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Pioneer CeMeTerY Douglas On Antelope Flats, North of Douglas, Wyoming History of Pioneer Cemetery Douglas Wyoming August 1886—1902 Douglas’s first cemetery was established shortly after the founding of “Antelope”, an end of the track tent town that arose in the spring of 1886 near the confluence of Antelope Creek and the North Platte River. A graveyard was started on “Poverty Flats”, a patch of prairie a short distance north of the tent town. In June the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad announced that its new station and town site were to be placed one mile further south, on the east side of the North Platte. In early August, the Western Town Lot Company laid out the present town site of Douglas, named in honor of Statesman Stephen A. Douglas. In spite of this move, the cemetery was utilized for sixteen years, from 1886 to1902. The first burial apparently was A.H. Myers, the victim of a gun fight on August 10, 1886. The cemetery was originally located within the boundary of the vast Fort Fetterman military Reservation. After the government relin- quished the military land in 1882, a man named Rouse homesteaded the area containing the original Douglas Cemetery. In 1895, Douglas Budget editor Bill Barlow urged the city to acquire the cemetery land from Mr. Rouse. However, it wasn’t until January 10,1901 that the City of Douglas acquired title to a 38.02 acre tract containing the graveyard, comprising Lot 5 of section 5, in Township 32 North, Range 71 West. According to the patent (#274) issued by U.S. gov- ernment, the parcel was dedicated to “ the occupants of the town site of Douglas for Park and cemetery purposes.” A year and a half later, in 1902, the town of Douglas established a new cemetery on elevated terrain adjoining the east side of Douglas. The last burial in Pioneer Cemetery occurred in 1902, although LaPrele area pioneer George D.L. Froggatt, who died in 1887, was reportedly re-interred in Pioneer Cemetery in 1907. For many years the pioneer Cemetery, north of Douglas, Wyoming lay in ruins—fences were down, cattle grazed among the stones, and of course time took its toll on the few gravesites that remained marked with a tombstone. After Laura Reid, a concerned lady from a Pioneer ---PAGE BREAK--- family, decided to record what stones were left in the summer of 1966 the plight of this old cemetery came into focus with the compiler, Sharon Lass Field. Sharon had been recording cemeteries throughout Wyoming—especially those that had no written records. Laura very kindly loaned her information to Sharon. It soon became apparent no written records were ever recorded for this old cemetery. The only course to list those buried there had come from sources in the County Court House i.e. probate, etc. or our valuable newspaper, Bill Barlow’s Budget. Whenever Sharon was in Douglas she would read a few more newspapers, recording the deaths and burials written by Mr. Barlow. A list was typed up for her own records. Later, Peg (Layton) Leonard requested a copy of this list for a newspaper article she was writing regarding the old cemetery. When the Civic League of Douglas took notice of the state of the cemetery, and decided to fence and clean up the graves, Sharon sent copies of her list to Mary (Cross) Williams and Arthur Horr. The Civic League took this list and made some addi- tions and corrections in 1969. A copy of the deed to the new ceme- tery was also included in the packet. A note from Blanche Reese, 600 Birch, Douglas, Wyoming 82633 was sent to the Wyoming State Ar- chives and received on 31 January 1983. The note was passed on to me and I acknowledged the data sent to the Archives on 15 February 1983. The note read: “Enclosed find a copy of the original land grant for the Douglas Pioneer Cemetery, also a revised list of the people buried there. There are many mistakes in the list you have there in your files. The changes in dates and spellings were obtained from the rubbings that were done in 1980, those rubbings, laminated in plastic and a copy of the list are in a large book and may be viewed at the Pioneer Museum, located at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in Doug- las. There is also a copy if this list at the Converse County Library.” The errors mentioned above most likely came from the poor condi- tion of the tombstones when Mrs. Reid took the first inventory in 1966. Since that time, more research has given us the most accurate readings of names and dates available for this old cemetery. In doing research of this type, there is always a “grey area” that cannot be proven with any certainty. Wherever doubt is known, an effort has been made to point out the differences. The reader can readily see many persons were determined that the lives and deaths of these pioneer Douglas residents would not be forgotten. MOST OF THE FOLLOWING DATA IS FROM BILL BAR- LOW’S BUDGET, PUBLISHED ON WEDNESDAYS FROM FETTERMAN, WYOMING, LATER DOUGLAS, WYOMING. ANY OTHER SOURCES ARE GIVEN WITH THE BURIAL TEXT. Note: First date in ( ) is the date of the newspaper followed by obit/death notice of death and burials. Items in [ ] are compiler’s ad- ditions. In the summer of 1966, Laura Reid made a tombstone inven- tory. Date from that inventory is noted with “Laura Reid T.I.” and further comments others, credited, have been added to the text. Some of the longer obits have been abstracted as noted. References to Pages From Converse County’s Past, are from that book published in 1986 by Heritage Book Committee, Wyoming Pioneer Association, Converse County, Douglas, Wyoming, John R. Pexton, Chairman The “New Douglas Cemetery Records from an old inventory, located at the Pioneer Museum, Douglas Fairgrounds, have been searched, and the reburials from this old cemetery or unknown locations into the New Douglas Park aka Sunnyside Cemetery have been noted. (Original Alphabetical record of Graves in Park Cemetery, Douglas, Compiled from a survey of the Entire Cemetery Made on The Ground and From Burial Record of C.H. Hofmann with Corrections to Make Record Conform to Actual Locations. By L.C. Bishop, Civil Engineer, 1931-2) It should be noted the editor, Bill Barlow, in the early obits for burials in Douglas Park Cemetery referred to the Cemetery as “Sunnyside Cemetery.” ---PAGE BREAK--- ADAMS, ALIDA (LIDA) MOVED (3 September 1890 p5 c 2) wife of John Adams died on Sunday morn- ing [31 Aug] of nervous prostration, the result, mainly, of weeks of sleepless vigil beside the bed of sick son, Earl. Deceased was 40 years of age, devoted mother and Christian lady, and her death has brought sadness to the hearts of a wide circle of friends. Sympathy of entire community goes out to her husband and children. Funeral took place from the home on Monday [1 Sep] morning, under the direction of the Ladies Aid, of which she was an active and valued member. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. ALLEN, INFANT DAUGHTER TOMBSTONE Laura Reid TI: Infant daughter of Harvey P. and Edith Allen. Died 1891. [sister of Bob Allen] Note: No notice of death found in news- paper search. See Also: Pages from Converse Count’s Past p 18-19 AMSPOKER, HATTIE TERESA MOVED (24 Oct 1900 p5 c 3) Age 44 years, wife of W.E. Amspoker, daughter of O.D. and A.M. Books. She was a resident since 1886. Hattie died of Typhoid Pneumonia on 22 Oct 1900 and was buried on 24 Oct 1900. Note: Moved to the Douglas Park Cemetery ANKEY, CHARLES (22 May 1901 p5 c4) Died week of May 17th and buried by the Coun- ty. ARNOLD, CORA E. TOMBSTONE (16 Apr 1902 p5 c3) Cora E. Arnold, wife of W.A Arnold, died 10 Apr 1902 of pneumo- nia. Funeral was held on 12 April. Laura Reid TI: Cora Arnold 1902 [age 37] AUSTIN, INFANT DAUGHTER (10 Dec 1890 p5 c1) An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Aus- tin, died Saturday last [6 Dec 1890] and was interred in city cemetery on Sunday [7 Dec 1890]. See Also: pages From Converse County’s Past p 27-28 BARTH, CHARLES (24 Oct 1900 p5 c3) Charles Barth, a laborer, age 32 died Monday night [22 Oct] of heart failure. He was buried 23 Oct. He left a wife and two children. BERRY, TOM (10 Dec 1890 p5 c1) Tom Berry died yesterday [9 Dec]. Came up from Horseshoe [near Glendo] a few days ago; died from epilepsy. Buried here today [10 Dec 1890] BLAISDELL, MRS. DELLA TOMBSTONE MRS. JOHN C. (24 Dec 1890 p5 c2) Mrs. Della Blaisdell died 20 Dec 1890, at house of her mother, near Douglas. Wife of John C. Blaisdell of this city. Age 21. Daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Bartolett, a native of Ohio. Devot- ed wife and mother of a son age 2 years. Laura Reid TI: Della M. Blaisdell (1869) 1890 age 21. (24 Dec 1890) Fred Hubbard and wife Tom Eubanks and wife, and Charles Ricker and wife, all of Cottonwood attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Blaisdell on Monday [22 Dec] Laura Reid TI: Bellam Blaisdell 1890 age 21. [No doubt the stone is worn and could not be read correctly] BLAISDELL, JOHN C. TOMBSTONE (4 Nov 1896 p5 c2) The community was shocked last Friday to learn that Mr. John C. Blaisdell, proprietor of the local coal mine, was killed by the fall of a portion of the mine roof. (Details of the accident follow) Body was taken from the mine as soon as possible and examined. Death was instantaneous. Fu- neral occurred on Saturday from the residence under the direction of IOOF. The proces- sion, who followed the remains to cemetery, was one of the largest in our history. John ---PAGE BREAK--- Blaisdell old resident of area, only 36 years of age, coming here in 1880, as a Cowboy. First to engage in business in old town of Doug- las in 1886. To the widow, who gave birth to a little girl only two days before the death of her husband, to Mr. O.G. Blaisdell, the father who lost a son, and to Mr. and Mrs. Berolette, parents of the widow and three little ones, the heart of the entire community goes out in sincere sympathy. BROOKS, FRED “SHORTY” (Dec 1899 p5 c2) Fred Brook, better known as “Shorty”, died yester- day [5 Dec] of heart disease and will be buried by County today [6 Dec]. He was without relatives or friends. BROOKS, ANN MARIA MOVED (19 Aug 1890 p5 c3) Died at the ranch near Douglas, 11 August 1896, of pneumonia, Ann wife of O.D. Brooks, aged of 60 years. De- ceased came to this section of the country ten years ago. Devoted wife, mother, Christian woman. Leaves husband, four daughters and three sons to mourn her loss. Funeral from Methodist Church on Sunday; remains interred in the Douglas Cemetery. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery See Also: Pages from Converse County’s Past p 73-4 BROWNRIGG, E. (14 Dec 1898 p5 c4) A young man named E. Brownrigg, a sufferer from Consumption, died yesterday morning at the Bury Lodge house. He was recently an employee of Cull Bros. as a sheep herder; was a native of Ireland and had no relatives in this country. He was interred in the local cemetery, funeral held at Episcopal Church. BUELL, TRACEY O. TOMBSTONE (12 Sep 1900 p5 c4) the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Buell, died on Wednesday last, interred in cemetery on Thursday [6 Sep]. The funeral taking place from the Methodist Church. The little fellow was 3 years and 3 months of age. Laura Reid TI: Tracy Buell 1900 [born 1897] died age 3 years. BURNS, ROBERT MOVED GEORGE? (5 Aug 1891 p5 c1) Robert Burns, son of Mr. and Mrs. N.E. Burns, died Thursday [30 Jul 1891] of cholera infantum; funeral occurred Fri- day [31 Jul 1891] at residence, parents have sympathy of entire com- munity. Note: A George Burns is shown in Douglas Park Cemetery Records, died 1891 is buried in the New Douglas Cemetery. Burials in the Park Cemetery did not occur until 1902, so this grave would have been moved to the new cemetery, but original location is not given. Perhaps the child’s name has been written in error on one of the rec- ords-newspaper or the cemetery—or two Burns children died in 1891? CAMP, MISS BIRDIE MOVED (22 Dec 1886 p3 c2) Miss Birdie died Sunday last [19 Dec] of Typhoid Fever CAMP, ADDIE MOVED Mother Addie Camp died Dec 1886, she took morphine in suicide over the death of her daughter. She asked that Frank not be told of her death as a suicide. Details of the death in the newspaper. News- paper states “The remains of Miss Camp were interred on Monday [Dec20], the funeral being largely attended. The mother will be buried tomorrow beside her child.” Evidently the family, a bit later, decided to bury the two Camp ladies in Cheyenne, Wyoming– Lakeview Cem- etery, Register of Burials Lakeview Cemetery, Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY p21 and 22: Lot #323 CAMPLIN, DOUGLAS TOMBSTONE VICTOR (13 Feb 1889 p5 c3) son of Judge & Mrs. M.B. Camplin, age 2 yr 1 day died Friday last [8 Feb], funer- al, Sunday [10 Feb], with four little boys acting as cas- ket bearers and a procession followed the re- mains to the grave. (9 Feb 1887 p5 c6) Camplin: In this city on 8th Instant, born to wife of Judge M.B. Caplin, a son. ---PAGE BREAK--- Laura Reid TI: Victor Camplin 1887-1889 age 2 years. She noted: “Was first born in permanent town of Douglas.” Notes from Emma Cross Morton: “son of Meredith B. Camplin, an Attorney. Was City Attorney and Camplin and White had a Marble Quarry 4 miles east of Douglas. Camplin build the Valley House Hotel in Douglas.” CAROTHERS, W.J. MOVED WILLIAM (17 Oct 1900 p9 c4) W.J. “Billy” Carothers of Wagonhound, died 17 Oct 1900, after a fall, when his horse stumbled in the chase of a cow. (details of the accident in the article) He was 39 years of age and leaves a wife and one child. Funeral will take place tomorrow [18 Oct] from the Episcopal Church under the directions from IOOF, of which he was a member. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 100 CASE, SAMUEL (6 Mar 1901 p5 c2) Samuel Case died at Orin Junction at 11 a.m. on 5 Mar 1901. He was 88 years of age. He leaves one son W.W. of Auro- ra, Ill. and two daughters, Mrs. M.G. Howe of Orin and Mrs. J.B. Un- derwood of New York City. The funeral was held [at Douglas] from Congregational Church, 7 Mar 1901. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 102-4 CASTLE, INFANT DAUGHTER (30 Oct 1895 p5 c2) Baby Castle, infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M.N. Castle, aged 3 mo, 1 day, died last Thursday [24 Oct], and was buried in the city cemetery on Friday [25 Oct] afternoon. CASTLE, EDWARD (26 Dec 1894 p5 c10) On 24 Dec 1894 Edward, infant son of George V. and Ella Castle, aged 8 months. Funeral took place yesterday (25 Dec) from the residence.. COOPER, A.C. MOVED ALEXANDER (18 Nov 1896 p5 c3) Mr. A.C. Cooper died last night after an illness of several weeks. He was 47 years of age and had been a resident of this community for about 10 years. Leaves a wife, four sons, and three daughters. Funeral tomorrow under auspices of IOOF. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. COWAN, JOHN TOMBSTONE (13 Oct 1897 p5 c2) John Cowan, manager of Platte Valley Ranch near Orin Junction, fell from a wagon loaded with lumber and was run over, last evening. He sustained injuries from which he died this morning. He was enroute from this place to the ranch, when the accident occurred. (20 Oct 1897 p5 c2) The funeral of John Cowan, whose accidental death was chronicled last week, took place on Thursday. He was unmar- ried and had no relatives in the state. (The Laramie Republican, publ. Laramie, Albany Co., WY. 18 Oct 1897 p1 c6) gives details of the accident . Laura Reid IT: John Cowan 1855-1897 [age42] CURRAN, JOHN (6 Jan 1892 p7 c3) John Curran died Friday [1 Jan] in Casper of heart failure. Remains brought by train on Monday; funeral that evening [4 Jan] at armory. Interred with full military honors. He was survived by a mother and brother, Adolph. DAVIS, JOEL TOMBSTONE (13 Jan 1897 p5 c5) It is with regret we announce the death of Joel Davis of this city, which occurred on the 9th Instant. He was the fa- ther of our esteemed fellow citizen, Jesse Davis. The funeral took place yesterday [12 Jan], the services being held at the Methodist Church. The deceased was 81 years of age, and leaves 4 sons and 2 daughters, to mourn his death: Joel Davis, Denver, W.H. and I.C. Da- vis of Des Moines, Mrs. R. Taylor of Nebraska, and Mrs. H.L. Hay- worth of Oklahoma. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the be- reaved ones. Laura Reid TI: Joel Davis 1891 age 81. (Note: The inventory by Mrs. Reid evidently read the tombstone incorrectly as 1891 when it should be 1897. ---PAGE BREAK--- DOWLING, WILLIAM H. (18 Jul 1888 p5 c2) Shot by Mrs. Elizabeth Simon on Sunday last [15 Jul 1888] for attempted rape of her daughter at Berry’s Ranch on Lit- tle Box Elder. Article gives details. Inquest was held. Preliminary hearing freed Mrs. Simon. “His body fills an unmarked grave.” DOYLE, DELLA (4 Apr 1900 p5 c3) (Douglas Cemetery Records) show her as buried in the Douglas Cemetery dated 1900. Burials were not conducted in Douglas Park Cemetery until 1902, so she must have been moved from the old cemetery, or another location, not given. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 154-6 ELDER, FLORA TOMBSTONE (MRS. ALBERT) ELDER BABY (5 Jun 1895 p5 c3) Drowned in LaPrele Creek yesterday [4 Jun] while fording near The Elder house. Family was on their way to the circus in Douglas. Also drowned were her sister, Mrs. William Powell and her baby. (See Powell entry). The newspaper notice reported the incident in detail too long to report in this column, All four were buried in the city cemetery on Friday [7 Jun]. See Also: (12 June 1895 p5 c2) Laura Reid IT: Florence, wife of Albert Elder and Elder, infant daughter of Albert and Florence died 1895. Note: (27 Oct 1897 p5 c6) Born to wife of Bert Elder of LaPrele, a daughter. The little one died on Monday [25 Oct]. The parents have the sympathy of the entire community. [This baby, born to sec- ond wife, Zenana Miller, may be buried at ranch.] Also See: Pages from Converse County’s Past 9 18-19 ELY, DAUGHTER (19 Oct 1887 p5 c2) Three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ely, died Sunday night [16 Oct] of Scarlitina, after a sickness of 48 hours. Dr. Barber pronounced it the most malignant form and another child in the family is also down with the disease. EUBANKS, W.T. “TOM” TOMBSTONE (20 Jun 1900 p5 c5) Article detailing the shooting death of W.T. Eubanks in Newcastle, WY, by Charles Davis, on Wednesday last [13 Jun 1900]. His body was returned to Douglas on Saturday [16 Jun ] and interred on Sunday [17 Jun]. W.T., better known as Tom, was 35 years of age and an old resi- dent of the state, who came here from Glendo about two years ago. He was a partner with State Treasurer Abbott of Cheyenne, in the sheep busi- ness. He leaves a wife and one child, a boy (sic) to mourn him. [The child left was a girl, from his first marriage, who was sent to a school in Nebraska just two years later, after the death of her mother, 30 Oct 1901.] Davis was convicted of manslaughter and received 20 years by Judge F.H. Harvey of Newcas- tle. (3 Sep 1902 p7 c5) Miss Leona Eubanks, the little daughter of the late W.T. Eubanks, arrived here last Monday, and will make her home with Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Wright. The little girl’s mother died recently at Leadville, Colorado. Laura Reid TI: William Eubanks 1864-1900/ large stone with fence. FALKNOR, ARCHIE A. TOMBSTONE (14 Aug 1901 p5 c3) Archie Falknor, of Upper LaPrele, died last night [13 Aug] after a prolonged illness. (21 Aug 1901 p5 c2) The remains of A.A. Falknor were brought from Beaver Thursday [15 Aug] and interred in the local cemetery. Note: from Emma Cross Morton: “He was a real pioneer and was foreman of Frank Wol- cott's V.R. Ranch of Glenrock, for many years. He had meat markets at Fetterman and ---PAGE BREAK--- Glenrock. He then established a ranch on Little LaPrele, where he lived with his family.”Laura Reid TI: Arthur Falknor 1854-1901 [age 47—Emma O’Brian Adair was his niece] GALLAPAUX, DAUGHTER TOMBSTONE (30 Apr 1891 p5 c1) The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Gallapaux, about age 4, died yesterday [29 Apr] of the croup. Funeral this afternoon [30 Apr]. Laura Reid TI: Helen Gallapaus 1890 age 3 years. [Note discrepancy of death date and spelling] GASTON, ADDIE (18 Feb 1902 p5 c2) Addie Gaston, age 15, died Monday night [17 Feb] after a lingering illness from a complication of disease and was buried yesterday from the Methodist Church, Rev. Gillespie officiat- ing. GREEN, MRS. ( 1 Dec 1886 p5 c6) A lady named Green, wife of a plasterer, died Monday night [30 Nov] of Typhoid Fever. From all accounts her husband shamefully neglected her during her illness and deserves tar and feathers. The Ladies Aid Society discovered her a few days be- fore her death and did all in their power to minister to her comfort and bring about her recovery, but it was too late. She was buried to- day [1 Dec], the Society and County jointly paying the bills. HAZEN, JOSIAH MOVED (7 Jun 1899 p5 c5 and 14 Jun 1899 p5 various columns) Died in this city 6 Jun 1899 age 44 years. Joe Hazen as he was best known, came to this section of the Territory in 1879, worked as cowboy and ranch foreman. In 1890 engaged in business in Douglas which has since been his home. Elected Sheriff in 1896 & 1898. Leaves a wife and two little boys. His death leaves a void in the community. Funeral tomorrow at the Masonic Lodge, of which he was a member. Note: Article re: his killing by robbers on page 5 c3. Note: Grave later moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. HARL, INFANT SON (9 May 1900 p5 c2) The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Harl, died Sunday night [6 May] and was interred in the local cemetery on Mon- day [7 May]. His age was one month. HARTMAN, HENNIE M. (27 Apr 1892 p5 c1) age 24, wife of G.W. Hartman, died Thursday last [21 Apr] and interred on Saturday[23 Apr]. Note: There is an O. Hartman Infant died 30 Sept 1907 moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. Records do not state where infant was moved from. HEWIN, EDWARD M. TOMBSTONE (30 Nov 1898 p5 c5) died, at the Gammel Ranch on LaBonte, Nov 28, 1898, Edwin Hewin, age 60 years. Deceased came to this section about 18 months ago from Oklaho- ma & engaged in the ranch and cattle busi- ness on LaBonte, with son in law, Mr. J.C. Gammel. He was a sufferer of asthma, which, complicated by a severe cold, resulted in his death. His wife, three daughters, and a son are left to mourn his loss. Remains were brought to the city yesterday [29th] and in- terred in the local cemetery, Masonic rites. (14 Feb 1900 p5 c4) A copy of the Bartlesville Magnet, published in Indian Territory, tells of the formation of the Hewin’s Monument Association for the purpose of erecting a monument, in honor of Mr. Edward M. Hewin, who died here about a year ago. He was the father of Mrs. J.C. Gammel of Wagonhound. The Magnet stated: “Ed Hewin was a cattleman known all over Kansas and was an extremely popular citizen. The firm of Hewin, Titus, and Hamilton, which existed twenty yeas ago, handled more cattle, made more money, and was better known than any other cattle firm in Kansas” Laura Reid TI: Edward S. Hewing 1839-1898 [age 59—fence was down] ---PAGE BREAK--- HOLDORF, MRS. TOMBSTONE MARGARETHA (15 Feb 1899 p5 c2) Mrs. Holdorf, wife of Claus J. Holdorf of Lost Springs, died on Thursday night [9 Feb], age 32 years. Remains brought to Douglas on Monday night and interred Tuesday [14 Feb] from the Episcopal Church Laura Reid TI: __wife of C. Holdorf died 18 stone unreadable. Information from Daisy Shippen: she was wife of Lost Springs sec- tion boss. HYMER, INFANT DAUGHTER (27 May 1891 p5 c1) infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.J. Hymer, age 4 months, 24 days, died this afternoon [27 May]. Funeral tomorrow from residence [28 May] JOHNSON, W.E. (29 Jan 1902 p5 c4) W.E. Johnson’s body was found 23 Jan 1902, when the reservoir was drained to clean it. Last seen 20 days before, drunk and threatening suicide. Johnson was a Kentuckian, who came here from Idaho as an employee of the Bell Telephone Company. He was buried by the County on 24 Jan 1902. JOHNSON, WALTER MOVED (13 Apr 1898 p5 c1) An old trapper, named Walter Johnson, died of consumption Monday [11 Apr 1898] and was buried yesterday [12 Apr 1898] Note: Same as Edward Johnson, moved to Park Cemetery. KESSLER, MANILLA (21 Sep 1898 p5 c5) Manilla, aged 3 months and 16 days, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Kessler, died of cholera infantum the 16 Instant, and was buried in the local cemetery on Saturday [17 Sep]; Rev. Steere officiating. The parents have the sympathy of many friends. KIMBALL, MAY TOMBSTONE ( 27 May 1891 p4 c1) May Kimball, the 12 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Kimball, died Thursday night last [21 May], of heart failure. Funeral occurred on Saturday. Laura Reid TI: 1884-1891 [age 7 years] KING, INFANT SON (26 Mar 1890 p5 c1) son of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. King. Born Wednesday [19 Mar 1890] and died following Sunday [23 Mar 1890], was laid to rest in City Cemetery. Also noted: “C.H. King will open store on the Elkhorn Railroad on the line of Cheyenne and Northern construction. Will open a store in Bothwell in June” KING, EUGENE (Big Horn Sentinel , 30 Jun (Sat) 1888 p3 c4) Death on the Range: The Douglas Budget gives the following account of a sudden summons of a young cowboy working on the roundup down on the Platte. “The mutilated body of Eugene King, a young boy about 15 years of age, was brought to Douglas Sunday evening and placed in charge of Un- dertaker Selkirk. Messrs Mortimore and Russell accompanied the re- mains, whose statement regarding the manner in which King met his death is as follows: Roundup #4 was at work on Wagonhound near Falknors Ranch. [A description of King’s dismounting a horse, and his spur getting caught in the cinch’s latigo and then was King drug to death follows] King had been an employee of Gutherie & Oakaop [sic-Oskamp] for a few days previously working for the Douglas- Willian outfit. No one knows who his relatives are or where he came from. He was a bright, intelligent boy, a fine rider, and a general fa- vorite. The remains were interred in the Douglas Cemetery, Messrs Gutherie and Oakaop [sic] paying the expenses. Wyoming State Tribune Cheyenne, WY 11 Apr 1940 p5 c4, Grave of Youth Killed 52 Years Ago is Hunted, from Douglas WY. County Coroner C. H. Hoffman, Thursday, considered the strange request of a Lovell woman that he find the grave in the Douglas cemetery of a young man drug to his death by a team in 1888. Hoffman said that no records were kept on graves in the old portion of the cemetery and that he may not be able to furnish the information. The woman, Mrs. Fred ---PAGE BREAK--- Lowry, said that Eugene King of Richmond, Virginia was killed in June 1888; the body was interred in the Douglas Cemetery. Mrs. Lowry said the information is wanted by King’s brother now living in Richmond. LEHMAN, MARY TOMBSTONE (20 Oct 1897 p5 c6) Mrs. Oscar Lehman, wife of the well-known sheepman, committed suicide by hanging at the ranch near Lost Springs last Thursday [15 Oct] afternoon. The lady has been suffering from insanity of a mild form for more than a year, and has made repeated at- tempts at self-destruction, but was closely watched. She managed to elude the vigilance of her attendant, however, and going to the barn, fastened a strap about her neck and was dead when found. Her husband and their many friends have the sympathy of the community. The remains were interred in the Douglas Cem- etery today. Laura Reid TI: Mary Lehman, 1873-1897 age 24 LENNON, “JESS” (23 Nov 1898 p5 c4) Shot in midst of a quarrel between Pete Matteson and John Ferrell at Glenrock, WY Monday night [21 Nov 1898] Details of argument are given in the article. “Lennon has made Douglas his home for about three years: was a quiet, gentlemanly fel- low, wholly without fear but in no wise quarrelsome. The remains were brought down from Glenrock today [23 Nov] and interred in the local cemetery. LIEGER, A.S. TOMBSTONE (8 Nov 1899 p5 c4) The funeral of Mr. A.S. Lieger took place Friday [3 Nov] last under IOOF direction. Floral contributions were great and the procession was and inspiring. Note: Card of Thanks from Mrs. Lieger followed. Laura Reid TI: A.S. Lieger 1841-1899 [age 58] LINDER, GEORGE (22 May 1895 p5 c2) A cowpuncher named George Linder, in the em- ploy of J.C. Shaw, was breaking a colt on Monday [13th] of last week, when his saddle turned. His foot got caught in the stirrup and he was dragged some distance, sustaining injuries from which he died the fol- lowing Thursday. [16 May] Dr. McKinney was called in, but the man never recovered consciousness. The remains were brought in on Thursday and interred in the city cemetery. LLOYD, EVAN (19 Oct 1892 p7 c1) A miner, Evan Lloyd died at Inez Sunday [15 Oct] of Brights Disease. He was buried in the Douglas Cemetery yeaterday.[18 Oct] LUCAS, JAMES CLARENCE (14 Sep 1898 p5 c1) Death claimed little son of Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Lu- cas. James Clarence, age 5 mo. And 13 days on the 11th instant. Re- mains were interred in the local cemetery yesterday.[13th] MACLAUGHLIN, BERTHA (12 Oct 1891 p5 c1) Age 2, daughter of Lewis and Mary Maclaughlin. Died on October and buried in City Cemetery on Sunday [18th] MADISON, JOHN F. MOVED (27 Jan 1892 p7 c2) Age 12 yr, 6 mo, 16 days. Died 24 Jan 1892, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Madison. Funeral on Monday [25 Jan]. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. See also: Pages from Converse County’s Past p 363 McCORMICK, MATILDA MOVED (23 mar 1892 p5 c1) Matilda McCormick, mother of Mrs. Brockway of Douglas, died on Thursday, last [17 Mar], remains interred in city cemetery. Deceased was 72 years of age. McPHERSON, ELLEN MOVED (19 Mar 1902 p5 c6) Ellen, wife of Tom McPherson, of this city, died ---PAGE BREAK--- at her home on 17th instant of pneumonia, age 40 years. Deceased was a native of Missouri and came to Wyoming with her husband in 1887. Left a husband and son. Funeral was this afternoon [19 Mar] from the Episcopal Church, which she was a member. Remains in- terred in the local cemetery. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. McREYNOLDS, CHARLES (12 Jul 1893 p5 c2) Charles McReynolds, died at Inez, WY 9 Jul 1893 of consumption aged 23 years. Brother to Mrs. A.D. Chamberlain, who with husband, had gone to Nebraska and brought him to Doug- las in the hopes it would help him. He was interred in local cemetery on 11 Jul 1893. MEEVES,ANA (Anna Cose) MRS. JOHN ( 9 Mar 1898 p5 c2) The death of Mrs. John Meeves of Lost Springs, occurred at her home on 1 March. The funeral took place at Douglas Thursday. The deceased was a most exemplary lady and leaves a hus- band, three sons and two daughters to mourn her loss. Note: a correspondence with the compiler and Mr. Craig R. Christian- sen of Omaha, NE gave the name of Mrs. John Meeves as Anna, nee Cose. MESSENGER, LOTTIE B. TOMBSTONE (20 Jan 1896 p5 c6) Lottie age 11 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Messen- ger, died Sunday morning [17 Jan 1896]. Deceased was a bright and lovable child, a general favorite with all who knew her, and her sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the entire community. The remains were interred in the City Cemetery. Laura Reid TI: No stone found, her sister Sadie Delahoid informed Laura Reid the child was buried there in an unknown loca- tion. Field Inventory found the stone as noted in the photo section. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 392-3 METCALF, BABY (9 Oct 1889 p5 c1) daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Metcalf. Born 29 Sep 1889. Died on Thursday, last [3 Oct 1889] See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 393 MILLER, WEST TOMBSTONE (23 Jan 1889 p5 c2) Son of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Miller. Age 4 years, 9 months. Died 23 Jan 1889, ill but two days with croup. Funeral on Friday, 25 Jan 1889 from Methodist Church. Re- mains will be interred in Douglas Cemetery. Laura Reid TI: Note “Miller Child” with no dates. MULL, MRS. Z.P. TOMBSTONE HATTIE (7 May 1902 p5 c3) Mrs. Z.P. Mull died about 1 May 1902 of apoplexy., age 67 years of age. Leaves a husband, three sons, and two daughters. Laura Reid TI; Hattie Mull 1839-1902 [age 63] Fenced, no gate [note age discrepancy] MUSER, GEORGE “DUTCH GEORGE” (27 Oct 1888 p5 c2) thrown from wagon by reason of his team taking fright and running away last Tuesday night [19th] near John Marsden’s Ranch on Wagonhound. Body not found until next day. Coroner’s Jury called, went out to ranch and brought body to Douglas. Verdict was accidental death. MYERS, A. 1st GRAVE IN CEMETERY (11 Aug 1886 p4 c2) A. Myers was shot last Tuesday afternoon [3 Aug] by Jesse Richabaugh, an employee who was engaged to Myers’ daughter. Details of the shooting are noted in the article. Richabaugh gave himself up, and a jury found him ”Not Guilty” by reason of Self ---PAGE BREAK--- Defense. “Myers was interred on the banks of the Antelope above town—THE FIRST GRAVE IN THE FUTURE CEMETERY OF DOUGLAS.” NEWSOM, MARION D. MOVED (11 Oct 1893 p5 c1) Died 9 Oct 1893, Marion D. Newsom, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Newsom, age 2 mo. 4 days. Funeral from resi- dence on 4th Street, interred in city cemetery. Note: Moved to Doug- las Park Cemetery. There is also a Newsom, Edith, died 1903 buried in Douglas Park Cemetery. NILLSON, ANDY O. (26 Jun 1901 p5 c5) Andy O. Nillson, an old timer, died on Wednes- day last [19 Jun] after an illness of several weeks and was buried on Saturday [22 Jun]. PAUL, NED H. “NEDDY” MOVED (28 Sep 1887 p6 c2) Death entered household of Mr. and Mrs. H.R. Paul Monday night [25 Sep] and robbed it of its youngest member, “Neddy”, the baby and only son. Funeral held today [28 Sep] from the church with Rev. Staunton presiding and was largely attended. Ibid c. 6: Died, Ned H. infant son of Mr. and Mrs. H.R, Paul, age 19 months. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery PETERSON, SON TOMBSTONE PETERSON, DAUGHTER Laura Reid TI: from an unknown source to Mrs. Reid. “The son died 1892 and the daughter died 1897. Children of B. and Maggie Peterson. Stones were unreadable.” Note: No newspaper notice of deaths were found. PEYTON, WALTER (14 Mar 1900 p5 c3) Walter G. Peyton, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. James Peyton died Wednesday night of heart failure as a result of throat trouble which is almost an epidemic among Douglas Children. Funeral from Episcopal Church and procession was one of the largest in our history. Lad was favorite of all who knew him. Pall bearers were children from his Episcopal school class. POTTER, MARY MOVED (24 Aug 1898 p5 c2) Died at Casper on 18th instant, Mary, wife of Robert F. Potter, age 30 years, deceased was sister of Robert H. and F.S. Kittle of this city. Leaves a husband and four children, she spent a large portion of last winter in this city before removing to Casper. Remains were brought from Casper and interred in Douglas Cemetery Friday afternoon [19th] from the Episcopal Church. Note: A Mary Potter was moved to Douglas Park Cemetery; however the record states her death as 1896. The news paper record would be more cor- rect. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 481-2 POWELL, ALICE MOVED (MRS. WILLIAM) TOMBSTONE LEFT BEHIND POWELL, BABY (5 Jun 1895 p5 c3) Drowned in LaPrele Creek yesterday [4 Jun] while fording near Elder house. Family were on their way to the circus in Douglas. Also drowned were her sister, Mrs. Bert Elder and her baby. (See Elder entry.) The newspaper notice reported the incident in de- tail too long to report in this column. All four were buried in the city cemetery on Friday [7 Jun]. Note: moved to Douglas Park Cemetery but the monument with their names remains at the site in the Pioneer Cemetery. See Also: (12 Jun1895 p5 c2) See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 485-6 REID, CHARLEY MOVED (15 Mart 1899 p5 c2) Dr. Wilson received a telegram this morning from Alliance, Nebraska, announcing the death today of Charley Reid, presumably of pneumonia. Mrs. Reid having been previously notified that he was ill. The body will be brought here for burial, and if the present railway blockade is broken the funeral will probably be held on Friday [17th]. (22 Mar 1899 p5 c3) The remains of Charley Reid whose death at Gering, Nebraska was announced last week, reached the city on Saturday [20th] and were interred in the local cem- ---PAGE BREAK--- etery on Sunday [21st]. His surviving wife and family have the sympa- thy of the community. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 500-1 RICHIE, GEORGE B. (11 Jan 1888 p5 c4) On Thursday night last [5 Jan 1888] George Richie died in circumstances out of normal order-an inquest was held. Verdict “The excessive use of alcohol on a syphilitic condition. ” De- tails of the death were given. Had a brother William children and an aged mother. Buried in city cemetery on Monday [9 Jan 1888]. ROBINS, ETHEL (27 Oct 1897 p5 c5 The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John [and Ella Mills] Robins died this morning. Their many friends extend sym- pathy. (21 Jul 1897 p5 c3) Born on the 16th to wife of John Robins, a daughter. Mother and child are doing well. “Johnny’s friends are ten- dering congratulations.” See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 508-9 ROSE, MAIE (28 Aug 1901 p5 c4) Funeral services for Maie Rose were held at the Methodist Church last Monday [26 Aug]. The interment took place at the Douglas Cemetery RUTHERFURD, A.A.O. TOMBSTONE Archibald Aymer Oliver (1 Mar 1899 p5 c3) Died 22 Feb 1899 of pneumonia, Mr. A.A.O. Rutherford of Spring Hill, aged 31 years. He came in from the ranch on Monday last week, suf- fering from a slight cold and in- flamed eyes. Although suffering considerable pain, but was not seriously ill, and was about town on Tuesday. He was occupying a room at Mrs. Bury’s Lodging House. About 11 o’clock the follow- day Mrs. Bury was passing by and noticed his door ajar, she stepped inside and found him unconscious. He never regained consciousness. He suffered from pneumonia. Funeral was held on Saturday from the Episcopal Church, Masons attended in large numbers. Body was in- terred in local cemetery. Mr. Rutherford was a native of Scotland. See Also: The Douglas Budget, 11 Nov 1992 pA-2. “Search for roots never stops” The View from Pex’s Pasture by John Pexton. Archie’s brother was M.B.O. (Malcolm Brakespear Oliver Rutherfurd Laura Reid TI: Archibald Rutherford 1899. Noted: Was Mrs. Kin- non’s half brother. Archie saw the “image” of a man who had been murdered when crossing a creek near his home. He named the creek “Ghost Creek” after the incident. Mrs. Reid also noted “iron fence, in tact and in good shape.” See Also:Pages From Converse County’s Past p 516-7 SAMES, JACOB Aka HART, JACK (25 Jun1902 p6 c2) Jacob Sames. Known as “Jack” Hart died yester- day [24 Jun 1902] of blood poisoning and was buried this morning [25 Jun 1902] Rev. Erwin officiating. Jack had been a resident of this section for many years. He was a war veteran and members of the Grand Army Post had charge of the funeral SCANLAN, JOHN (29 Apr 1896 p5 c2) Another old timer has crossed the range. Mr. John Scanlan of Sage Creek Stage Station—whose name and face 1s familiar to all old residents-died at the ranch on Sunday last [26 Apr] of pneumonia aged 52 years. He had been ailing for years. His part- ner, Mr. Clark, brought his remains to town yesterday and they were interred in the city cemetery. SEARLES, RODERICK (26 Jun 1901 p5 c4) Roderick Searles, employed by Garriott Sheep Company about 5 weeks, committed suicide. He was 18 years of age. Came from Long Pine, Nebraska. His father directed Sheriff ---PAGE BREAK--- Mc Demott to bury his son in the local cemetery at the father’s ex- pense. SEARS, MRS. KURK MARTHA or ELISE PAULINA (11 Jun 1890 p5 c1) Ms. Kurt Sears died last Wednesday [4 Jun 1890] and was interred in city cemetery [6 Jun 1890]. A letter to the compil- er, 1983 from Mrs. Carl (Ethel) Lembke of Glenrock, WY asked about the gravesite of her husband’s Aunt (sister to his grandmother), Elsie Paulina (Wollesen) Sears, married to Kurt Sears. Born April 1877 Stelle, Germany. She was the daughter of Johannes Dietrich Wollasen and wife, thought to also be named Pauline Elise. Mrs. Lembke stated Paulina died in childbirth, and Kurt tried to contact the family re taking care of the baby. The family did not get their mail on a regular basis, and when Kurt received no answer, started “east with the baby.” The baby died along the way. Note: There is a C. Sears age 1, died 1902 and a Curtis Sears age 45 died 1905 buried in the Douglas Park Cemetery. See Also: Pages From Converse County’s Past p 526-7 SHIELDS, ORVAL (25 Sep 1901 p 5 c4) Age 6 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Shields died Monday morning [23 Sep] and was buried yesterday afternoon [24 Sep] from the Methodist Church, Rev. Taylor officiating. SKINNER, HARRIETT TOMBSTONE (14 Aug 1889 p5 c2) Harriett Skinner passed away just before midnight last night [13 Aug] aged 46 years. She was taken sick two weeks ago enroute to Laramie. Deceased leaves husband and four children. The funeral will take place this after- noon [14th] from the Methodist Church with bur- ial in Douglas Cemetery. Laura Reid TI: Harriett Skinner 1889 Age 46. Noted: “Wife of Rev. Skinner, Episcopal Minister who held church in old Opera House. SLAUGHTER, ELLA TOMBSTONE (22 Feb 1899 p5 c3) Mrs. Ella Slaughter wife of Mr. J.R. Slaughter of Glenrock, died on the 19th instant, after an illness of several weeks. The remains were brought to this city yesterday and interred in the local cemetery-the funeral taking place from the residence of her sister, Mrs. Am- mon Rice on 4th Street, Rev. Steere offici- ating. The deceased was born at Green- field, 8 Jan 1850, and has been a resident of this section for many years. Her family and friends have the sympathy of everyone. Note: daughter of James A. and Anna (Young) Howard. Married #1 to Samuel Slaymaker. She and J.R. Slaughter built the Opera House in Douglas. Her tombstone was un- covered in 2010 after being buried for many years. See Also Pages From Converse County’s Past p 542-43. SMITH, EDWIN MOVED TOMBSTONE PIECES REMAIN (7 Apr 1897 p5 c4) The tragic death of honest, genial, Ed Smith was a shock to the entire community. The Order has lost a zealous member [IOOF?). We extend sympathy to the bereaved in their hour of afflic- tion. Note: Moved to Douglas Park Cemetery, pieces of his tomb- stone remain at the Pioneer Cemetery. See Also Pages From Converse County’s Past p 552-5. SNYDER, ETTA (14 Sep 1892 p5 c2) Etta daughter of J.W. and Mary Snyder, living on the Leet place near Orin Junction, was bitten twice by a rattlesnake on Thursday [8 Sep] afternoon in the garden of their home. She died Friday [9 Sep] forenoon. Her father charged at full speed horseback, changing to a hand card, to get her to Dr. Wilson in Douglas. It was too late. The remains were interred in the Douglas cemetery Friday at 11 a.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- SOTHMAN, MARY SOTHMAN, ANNA SOTHMAN. JOHN (28 Jan 1891 p5 c1) died 16 Dec 1890 age 4, died 9 Jan 1891 age 8 years 10 months, died 22 Jan 1891 age 5 years. All died of diphtheria and were children of Timothy Sothman of Inez, Wyoming. SPARKS, WILLIAM J. (14 Jun 1893 p5 c3) William Sparks, working for one of the outfits receiving Texas cattle at Orin Junction, stole five horses and started north. When he reached Lightning Creek, a crew, knowing about the theft, took his horses and brought him to Douglas. The judge asked him to show where three stolen saddles were “cached”. Traveling with the foreman, Snyder and Deputy Sheriff Allen, they stopped for dinner. Sparks grabbed Snyder’s revolver and shot himself in the head. Body was interred in local cemetery at County’s expense. (28 Jun 1893 p5 c2) Sheriff Virden rec’d letter from T.J. Sparks, brother , of Mitchell, Texas. W.J. Sparks, he wrote, tried to commit suicide be- fore; hence the scars on his throat. SPRACKLIN, WILLARD TOMBSTONE (17 Oct 1894 p5 c3) Willard, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Spracklin died Thursday night last (11 Oct 1894). The funeral took place Friday (12 Oct) afternoon from the residence, Rev. Thomas, officiating, and the remains were interred in the Douglas Cemetery. The child was seven weeks old. Laura Reid TI: Baby Spracklin 9 days old. Note: difference in ages. Either newspaper age was incorrect, stone reading incorrect, or there are two Spracklin children buried here and one does not have a stone. SPRACKLIN, WILMINA TOMBSTONE WILLAMINA ( 27 Nov 1901 p5 c5) Wilmina Jane wife of George H. Spracklin, died at her home in Beaver precinct on the 22nd instant and the remains were interred in the Douglas Cemetery Sunday afternoon [24 Nov], Rev. Taylor officiating. Deceased was 39 years of age and leaves a husband and six children to mourn her. Laura Reid TI: Willamina J. Spracklin, Wife of George H. 1862-1901 age 39. See Also Pages From Converse County’s Past p569-70 STODDARD, IDA BELLE (29 Jun 1898 p5 c2) Died at Douglas 27 Jun 1898. Ida Belle, wife of James M. Stoddard age 34 years. The deceased was sister of Mrs. C.A. Sherman of this place: born at Bushell, Ill, educated at Rochelle, Ill, taught school for sometime in Nebr. Married 30 Jun 1886 to J. M. Stoddard & became a resident of this country in 1895. Leaves a hus- band and 2 sons, aged 10 & 8 years to mourn her loss. Funeral held yesterday [28 Jun] from Congregational Church and remains interred in the city cemetery in presence of a large number of friends and ac- quaintances. SULLIVAN, SAM (11 Jan 1899 p5 c2) Last evening (10 Jan) Sam Sullivan was stabbed by 13 year old George Reid. Details in column. Coroner sent for. (18 Jan 1899 p5 c4) The body of Sam Sullivan, died on Tuesday evening last was interred in the local cemetery on Thursday [12 Jan], funeral taking place from the Episcopal Church. Details of Coroner’s report and arraignment followed. SUTPHIN, MART (SUTPHEN) (3 Jul 1895 p5) Mr. Mart Sutphen, injured by a log rolling on him last week died today noon. At a consultation yesterday, Drs. Jesurun, Wil- son, and McKinney the case was given up. Deceased was unmarried and a brother of the well-known “Dick” to whom the heartfelt sym- pathy of the community is extended. A younger brother is expected in on tonight’s train. Note: because of the location of the above Doctors [Douglas] and the brother coming to Douglas on the train, the com- piler felt Mr. Sutphen was more than likely buried in the Pioneer Cemetery in Douglas. ---PAGE BREAK--- SWANSON, GOODMAN (13 Feb 1889 p5 c1) A man named Goodman Swanson, a native of Ireland but recently from Casper, died at the hospital on Saturday of consumption. Remains were interred in the Douglas Cemetery. SVENDSEN, SON TOMBSTONE (15 Aug 1888 p5 c1) Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Svendsen died Monday [13 Aug 1888] after an illness of only three days. Remains interred in city cemetery on Thursday [15th]. Laura Reid TI: Infant Svendsen died 1888 TATE, CARRIE TOMBSTONE MRS. GEORGE (2 Dec 1896 p5 c1) Mrs. George Tate died on Sun- day [29 Nov] after a long illness and was buried on Monday [30 Nov]. Laura Reid TI: Carrie Tate age 43 TOBIN, PATRICK TOMBSTONE (25 Nov 1899 p5 c1) Pat Tobin of Lower LaPrele, died at his ranch yesterday [24 Nov] of pneumonia. He has been a resident of this section about thirteen years. The funeral will be held today [25th]. Laura Reid TI: 1850-1899 [age 49] TRAINER, IDA ELIZABETH (17 Oct 1900 p9 c5) Ida Elizabeth, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Trainer died last week [week of 7 Oct] and was bur- ied from the Congregational Church on Friday [9 Oct]. TUCKER, INFANT (7 Jan 1891 p5 c1) Infant of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. tucker. Died Friday [3 Jan] last, buried on Sunday [5 Jan]. Have sympathy of many friends. UNKNOWN MAN (18 Sep 1889 p5 c4 & 25 Sep 1889 p5 c3) Unknown man found in gultch, covered by branches, about 10 miles east of Douglas, between Antelope and Shawnee Creeks. Details of discovery in articles. Proba- bly dead about 3 months. Description of man and clothing in article. Coroner’s jury found Unknown man came to death by persons un- known. Body has been brought to Douglas and interred there. VAN METER, J.H. (3 Oct 1888 p5 c3) Died in this city at residence of J. Svendsen on Tuesday , 25 Sep 1888, J.H. Van Meter, aged 69 years. Deceased was a native of Ohio. Masons took charge of the funeral, held this after- noon [3 Oct]. Since coming to Douglas has made his home on Mr. Leet’s Ranch east of town. Death came very suddenly. He called at the residence of Mr. Julius Svendsen where Mrs. Van Meter was. He complained of feeling sick and sank to the floor with violent pains to the stomach, followed by vomiting. Dr. Barber was called later, but the patient sank rapidly and breathed his last. The deceased will be remembered as the author of the poem on Douglas and Bill Barlow last spring. Mrs. Van Meter has the sympathy of the community. VIRDEN, HAROLD (7 Sep 1898 p5 c3) on 5 Sep 1898 Harold, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Virden, aged 9 months and 13 days. Funeral took place yester- day from residence. Note: the 1900 Census shows the Willard Virden family living in the town of Douglas, so feel this child is buried in Pio- neer Cemetery even though the burial is not given in the newspaper notice. WILCOX, M.C. (11 Apr 1900 p5 c3) M.C. Wilcox has been herding sheep in this sec- tion for about two years and at the time was in the employ of A.D. Chamberlain Company, became insane one day last week. (Details of his wounds are noted in the article). He had left camp and had lain in bad condition for about four days when found in an abandoned shack on Walker Creek. He was brought to town and although he had lost considerable blood, his wounds were not considered fatal; but he died the following night. A brother, living in Iowa, wired to bury him here, ---PAGE BREAK--- which was done. WILLIAMS, DR. (31 Jan 1900 p5 c3) Dr. Williams, appeared in the front window of his room in the Maverick Block and called for help. Passerbys ran up the stairs and found him pacing and complaining of pains in his chest. He fell to the floor unconscious and an hour later he died. No doctor in town to be of help. He came to Douglas about three months ago to practice medicine, but it was apparent he was “morphine fiend”. It will never be known exact cause of death. Brother arrived from Denver on Saturday. He was buried on Sunday from the Methodist Church. He had a wife and child residing in Oregon. WOODS, INFANT GIRL MOVED Or WOODS, VERN WISE (6 Sept 1899 p5 c4) The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.B Woods of Box Elder died Friday evening and was interred in the Douglas Cemetery Saturday. A card of thanks for assistance in death of Infant child [gender not named in either death notice of thank you card.] Mr. Joe Snyder, Springfield, Missouri sent the following data from Wood family documents to the compiler: Family Record: Vern Wise Wood 23 Mar 1899-1 Sept 1899 age 5 months, 9 days. Invoice dated 2 Sep 1899 to Mr. “Batch” Wood from E.L. Mewis, Hardware, Imple- ments, Furniture, Undertaking, Douglas, Wyoming For: Coffin Box, undertaking service, Livery, digging grave, ministers service, Totaling $49.00, paid by Mr. Woods, signed by H.R. Meeves. Note: Douglas Park Cemetery records show a Vern Wise, died 1899 buried there. Compiler feels this grave of Vern Wise Wood, whose name was incor- rectly recorded in Douglas Park Cemetery records when the grave was moved to the new cemetery. ZUMWALT, CHARLES TOMBSTONE (18 Feb 1893 p5 c1) Charles Zumwalt, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Zumwalt, of Douglas, died at Hot Springs, South Dakota Feb 12th of Typhoid Malaria. He was 24 years of age. The body arrived last night by train and will be interred in the Douglas Cemetery this after- noon. This brochure was financed in part with funds granted to the Douglas Historic Preservation Commission from the National Park Service. U.S. Department of the Interior. 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