BIRTH, MARRIAGES, DEATHS FROM
The Beach Advance 1910



The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 7th, 1910

A really, truly surprise was given Miss Pearl Bond last Saturday evening, the occasion being her sixteenth birthday. After supper she was called to a neighbors by arrangement and during her absence her friends gathered at her home and were quietly enjoying themselves upon her return. Games and other amusements helped to pass an enjoyable evening. Miss bond was presented with a number of birthday gifts and congratulations and best wishes by her friends.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 7th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cramer received a real, live New Years gift shortly after the dawn of 1910. It was a boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 7th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. John Dietz are rejoicing over the arrival at their home the first of the week of a fine baby boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 7th, 1910

Gone Before
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Mrs. Harry Cobleigh of Carlyle, Passes Away After a Short Illness
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The Advance is this week called ed upon to chronicle a particularly sad event in the death of Mrs. Harry Cobleigh of Carlyle, which took place at the Beach hospital, Thursday morning, January 6, at 7:55 o’clock.
On Monday, December 27, Mrs. Cobleigh gave birth to a fine baby girl, but a few days latter was attached by Peritonitis. She was at once brought to the hospital at Beach and everything done known to medical science to save life, but all proved useless and yesterday morning she passed to that great unknown from which no traveler returns. The anxious husband and relatives who sat tireless at her bedside, hoping almost against hope, have indeed the sympathy of the community.
Mr. Cobleigh came to the Golden Valley three years ago this fall and took a claim about five miles north of Carlyle, his wife joining him a years later. During her stay here she taught two terms at the Burke school house in the Lame Steer district and by her many acts of kindness and thoughtfulness of others had won for herself a place in the hearts of her neighbors and acquaintances seldom occupied in so short a time. She was a member of the Catholic church and was ever ready to assist in any movement for the up building of the community or to help a neighbor. Truly the world is better for her having lived and her untimely death will cause many to mourn.
She leaves besides her husband and daughter, a mother. Mrs. C. Murray of Hammond, Minn., came to Beach who Tuesday and was with her daughter at death, three brothers and six sisters, only one of whom are located in this part of the country, Mrs. H. C. Larsen of the Lame Steer district. To these sorrowing relatives is extended heartfelt sympathy.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 10:30 from the Catholic church in this city and interment will be made in the Beach cemetery.
“Verily in the midst of life there is death.”
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 14th, 1910

Cassidy - McNiece
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T. S. Cassidy and Miss Mary McNiece Form a Partnership for Life
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Last Tuesday morning the Catholic church of this city was the scene of a very pretty marriage service when Rev. K. Hielmier united in hold wedlock T. S. Cassidy and Miss Marty NcNiece, both of Beach.
After the service the party and invited guests repaired to the home of Mr. and Mrs. John McNiece, south of town where a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. The afternoon and evening was spent in dancing and various amusements and a delightful time enjoyed.
Mr. Cassidy has been a resident of this part of the country about two years and has a farm of his own where he and his wife will begin their wedded life. Mrs. Cassidy is exceedingly popular among her many acquaintances and the best wishes of their host of friends is extended for a long and prosperous life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 14th, 1910

Schweitzer - Nelson
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Popular Clerk at The Big Store Returns From the East With His Wife
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Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Schweitzer returned from the east Wednesday evening, where they had been on a wedding trip.
The wedding ceremony was performed at the home of his parents at Mapleton, Minn., on Wednesday January 5, and several days were spent with friends before they started for Beach, where they will make their home for the present.
Mr. Schweitzer has for several months been employed in the Big Store as assistant manager and has made many friends, both as a business associate and in a social way. Several of the ladies in this vicinity are acquainted with his wife in the east and are ready to vouch for her many accomplishments and good qualities. She is a very pleasant person to meet and will undoubtedly made friends rapidly.
They will be at home to friends after February 1, at the Dr. Melvin residence on Grant street.
Congratulations and best wishes are extended.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 21st, 1910

Words From Home
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Account of the Marriage of Theodore Schweitzer and Miss Nelson in the Home Paper
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The Blue Earth County Enterprise, published at Mapleton, Minn., gives the following account of the wedding of two young people now located at Beach, says:
“At the spacious home of Mr. and Mrs. John Schweitzer, our genial druggist, on Wednesday afternoon last, occurred the marriage of their son, Theodore, and Miss Clara Nelson, of Lemon South Dakota. It was strictly a home wedding, the guests being limited almost entirely to the immediate relatives of the contracting parties. It was, however, a very pretty wedding. The parlors were tastily decorated with roses and smilax while in the dining room the color scheme was green and white.
At three o’clock while Mrs. Ed Ulrich, a sister of the groom, played the wedding march, Mr. Schweitzer accompanied by Mr. James Cody, of Northfield Minnesota, took their places under the festoons of roses and smilax where they met the bride and her maid, Miss Leona Bond, also of Lemon, South Dakota. The ladies were preceded by little Louise Schweitzer, a niece of the groom, who carried the ring concealed in the heart of a beautiful white rose. Father Stack, pastor of the local Catholic church, assisted the young couple in plighting their vows and spoke the impressive and solemn words which proclaimed them mad and wife, after which the guests extended them sincere and hearty congratulations. Following the ceremony a most bountiful and delicious four course dinner was served. The bride was dressed in a beautiful creation of white satin mescaline with pearl and gold trimmings and carried a bouquet of pink La France roses. Her maid of honor wore a gown of light blue silk with Persian trimmings and carried a bouquet of white carnations.
While Miss Nelson is a stranger in this vicinity, she is of very pleasing appearance and during her short stay here can count all those she met among her friends. She has been the competent and efficient bookkeeper and stenographer in the First National bank at Lemmon, South Dakota, which position she has just resigned. That she is a young woman of thrift and push is evident from the fact that she went to Dakota and acquired on of that fair state’s claims. The four young people, she and her husband, Miss Bond and Mr. Cody, all having claims in the same vicinity.
Theodore Schweitzer is the second son of Mr. and Mrs. John Schweitzer, a young man of excellent business judgment and who has been very successful in his business pursuits. At the present time he hold a responsible position in a large mercantile establishment at Beach, North Dakota, where he and his bride will make their future home.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 21st, 1910

Happily Wedded
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Fritz-O'Brien Marriage celebrated at the Catholic Parsonage This City
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Mr. Joseph Fritz and Miss Lucille O'Brien of Belfield, were united in matrimony’s hold bonds at the Catholic parsonage in Beach Friday evening. But few friends were present, among them being Messrs. John and Joe O’Brien, brothers of the bride.
Both bride and groom are acquainted in this vicinity and are held in high esteem by their many friends in the Belfield vicinity. Mrs. Fritz is a lady of many accomplishments and popular. Mr. Fritz is a prosperous young farmer, owning a fine farm north of Belfield, where the happy couple will make their future home.
Congratulations.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 28th, 1910

C. G. Cook, of Brenizier, Mont. was married Thursday Jan. 20, at Wibaux, to Mrs. Unice Weil of Indianapolis, Ind. A reception was tendered them by the immediate neighbors and was a most enjoyable affair. The happy couple will reside on his farm north of town. The Advance with their many friends wish them the best possible in their wedded life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 28th, 1910

Obituary
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Sylvia Graham was born in Meadville, Pa., April 13, 1951, and died in Mantorville, Minn., Jan. 17, 1910

, at 3 o’clock a.m. She was the youngest of four children, Edward Graham of Tionesta, Pa., and Mrs. Margaret First and Mrs. Fannie McKinney, both of Meadville, Pa., of whom are still living. In April 1875, she was married to T. J. Rodgers and in March the next year they removed to Mantownship where (and in Milton township) they resided until about three years ago. They then removed to a homestead near Beach, N.D. A suffered from heart disease, Mrs. Rodgers came with her husband about two months ago to Mantorville, seeking medical help, her death occurring at the home of Mr. R.’s cousin, Mrs. William Denton. To Mr. and Mrs. Rodgers were born two daughters, Leona, (Mrs. John Denton of Beach, N.D., prevented by illness from attending her mother’s funeral and Clare (Mrs. Chas. Grems) deceased June 5, 1904. There are five grand-children, one of whom little Rodger Grems, has made his home with his grand-parents for the past six years.
A graduate of the Edinburgh (Pa.) Normal school, she was universally loved by her pupils. Patient in illness, uncomplaining and cheerful, a kind and loving wife and mother, she will be greatly missed by those who knew her best.
In early girlhood, Mrs. Rodgers united with the Presbyterian church, and later, at Mantorville, with the Congregational church, of which she continued a member until her death.
The funeral was conducted Wednesday afternoon, one o’clock at the Denton home and 1:30 at the Congregational church in this village, the pastor, Rev. V. Prucha, officiating. The attendance at the church as large many former neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Rodgers in Milton being among those present. Mesdames Mulvaney and Parker and Messrs. Taylor and Crawford, Miss Clair Gilbert organist. Interment was made at Evergreen cemetery, Undertaker Andrist in charge and Messrs. O. S. Campbell, Jos. Parkin, Robt. Parkin, Geo. Edison, J. L. Curtis and C. L. Britts serving as bearers. - Mantorville Express
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, January 28th, 1910

Quite a number of the young people surprised Mrs. Barnett last Friday, it being Mr. Barnett’s birthday, but as he had not returned from Sentinel Butte the surprise was on her. The evening was spent in pleasant games and music on the graphaphone. At midnight lunch was served and all went home happy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 4th, 1910

Tony Bares returned Friday from, Cavalier, this state, where he had gone to get married. Mrs. Bares returned with him and a sort of reception was held at their home Sunday afternoon. Congratulations are extended.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 4th, 1910

Cupid Busy
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Several Marriages of Young People of Beach and Vicinity Recently
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Francis James O’Rourke and Miss Bessie Gullickson rather fooled their many Beach friends in regard to the time when they would be married. For some time past circumstances pointed to the near approach of the time, but on each occasion their friends were doomed to disappointment.
However, the interested parties finally took a hand at selecting the time and last week Wednesday quietly slipped down to Belfield, where they were married by Rev. K. Heilmier of the Catholic church of this city. After the ceremony they left immediately for points in Wisconsin, where they are now visiting.
Mr. O’Rourke came to the Golden Valley about four years ago and took a claim northwest of town, where he has since lived. He is a progressive, enterprising young man, enjoys a splendid reputation for honesty and industry and has made a success of his operations since coming here. Miss Gullickson operated a millinery establishment on Blanche street in this city for some time after coming here, but also took a claim a few miles northeast of Wibaux, which she has operated quite extensively. She is a lady of many accomplishments, enterprising and progressive and will be a helpmate indeed during the voyage of life.
Congratulations and best wishes for a long and happy life are extended by their host of friends in the Golden Valley.
They will be home to friends after February 20.
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On Monday morning at 9:30, at the Catholic church in this city, occurred the marriage of William Fry, who lives northeast of Sentinel Butte, and Miss Margueritte Reiter of Medora. Frank H. Gallus acted as best man while Miss Anna Molitor was bridesmaid.
Mr. Fry took a claim northeast of Sentinel Butte some three years ago and has enjoyed the prosperity which has been so universal in the Golden Valley. He is a young man of good qualities and progressive ideas.
Miss Reiter came to Medora from her home in St. Cloud, Minn., about two years ago and much of the time since she has been employed in the neighborhood of that town.
The young couple have many friends who wish them best of luck during the allotted span of life.
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A pretty home wedding took place Tuesday morning at the home of the groom’s parents, when Miss Mary Kunda was united in marriage to Flex Zadroski, in the Lame Steer district. Rev. Father K. Heilmier of the Beach Catholic church performed the ceremony, using the beautiful and impressive ring service. A temporary altar had been erected and the priest said mass before the wedding. The bride was beautifully gowned and wore a bridal veil and carried orange blossoms. She was attended by Katie Kunda, Frances Kierzek, Mary Zodroski and Antonette Florek as bridesmaids, while the groom was supported by Stephen Zadroski, Felix Dunda, John Sazroski and Frank Kierzek.
After the ceremony the bridal party repaired to the home of the bride’s parents, where a sumptuous wedding dinner had been prepared for the party and invited guests, and to which the guests did ample justice. A dance followed the dinner and was largely attended by neighbors and friends.
The young people are popular among their many acquaintances and are extended the hearty congratulations of all. May their wedded life be one of uninterrupted success.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

A fine baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Halloway on Thursday of last week, December 3.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Odessa Prouty, the 9-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Prouty of Carlyle, is dangerously ill with diphtheria. Their youngest daughter died of this dread disease last Saturday and the serious illness of Odessa makes their burden doubly heavy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Mrs. Daisy Clark of Carlyle, daughter of Rev. Dudley, gave birth to a son on January 29, since which time complications have set in and yesterday she was brought to the hospital in this city for treatment. She is in a very critical condition, but her many friends hope for the best.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

The many friends of Miss Ellen Gustafson in this city will be surprised to learn of her marriage on Thursday, February 3, to M. W. Sorenson of Miles City, baggage man at the depot there. Miss Gustafson filled a position as clerk at the Big Store here for a time this winter and made many friends who will wish her well in her married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Ruth Tanger, aged seven years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Tanger, who live two miles south of town, died at her home Friday, February 4. Funeral services were held Monday from the Lutheran cemetery. The parents are extended sympathy in this their hour of sorrow.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

James Clark and Miss Bertha Campbell were united in marriage at Medora last Wednesday. The happy couple immediately left for Sioux Falls, S. Dak., where they will visit Mr. Clark’s parents and relatives. They will return to the Golden Valley to make their future home.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Blanche Prouty, eight year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Prouty of Carlyle, died Saturday morning, February 5, of diphtheria. Interment was made Wednesday in the Beach cemetery. The loss of their daughter is a severe blow to Mr. and Mrs. Prouty and they have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Married in Kansas
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W. C. Schultz (sic) and wife returned to Beach last Sunday evening after their wedding trip and will make this city their home. Mr. Schulz was married at Atkinson, Kan., February 3, to Miss Agnes Atkinson and the news comes as a surprise to his many friends here. He is the popular and efficient manager of the Schulz Lumber Co. in this city and has been a resident here at intervals for several years, during which time he had made a large acquaintance among the people of the Valley, among whom he is very popular. His wife is extended a welcome to Beach and best wishes of all are theirs for a long and happy wedded life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Dies In Canada
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Walter Hurt, Son-in-Law of Mr. and Mrs. George Sweet of Carlyle
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The first of last week a telegram brought the sad news to Mr. and Mrs. George Sweet, of Carlyle, Mont., of the sudden death of their son-in-law, Walter Hurt of Edmonton, Canada.
Deceased was born in Lexington, Ill., September 3, 1871; died at Edmonton, Canada, January 31, 1910

, and was therefore 38 years, 4 months and 28 days of age. He was stricken with typhoid fever on September 20, 1909, from which he never recovered.
In 1895 Mr. Hurt became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church of Colfax, Ill., and was also a member of the Masonic and United Commercial Travelers organization. He was married to Miss Nellie Sweet at Colfax on April 27, 1904, and was a kind and loving husband during the short time they were allowed to travel life’s journey together.
He has been connected with the International Harvester Company for twelve years, the past three of which were spent in Canada.
The remains were shipped to this city and the funeral services held last Friday afternoon from the Congregational church under the auspices of the local Masonic society. Interment was made in the Beach cemetery. Besides his wife he leaves to mourn his absence, an aged mother, a brother and sister at Colfax, Ill., a sister at Princeton, Minn., two sisters and two brothers at Carlyle, Mont. To these are extended heartfelt sympathy in their sudden sorrow and bereavement.
The Edmonton Daily Bulletin of January 31, says in part of his death: “The sudden death took place last night at his home, No. 259 Howard avenue, of Walter Hurt, who, for the past three years, has been in the employ of the International Harvester Co. of this city as block man. The deceased suffered from an attack of typhoid fever last fall and has since been unable to return to work owing to weakness as the result of complications arising from his illness. Last evening he was visited by a number of friends who were much pleased at his apparent improvement in health. Later in the evening, after they had left, he was taking worse and passed peacefully away shortly after midnight.
“The body will be shipped to Beach, N. D., tomorrow. Among the beautiful flowers which show the deep respect in which he was held by his associates, is one from the International Harvester Co., and Bellamy & Co. of this city.

The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Born - To Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Cooper, Wednesday Feb. 2, 1910, a son of regulation size and weight.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Word was received here Monday morning of the death of the son-in-law of Geo. Sweet. The death occurred in Canada, where he was in the employ of the International Harvester Co. Interment was made at Beach on Friday. The sympathy of all their friends is extended to the bereaved family and relatives.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Clark an eight pound boy. Congratulations.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 11th, 1910

Mrs. Abe Reese was lately called to Minnesota by the death of her mother.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 18th, 1910

Mrs. M. Laughnan was give quite a surprise Sunday by her relatives. Monday was her birthday and her relatives celebrated the event by spending Sunday with her.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 18th, 1910

Plomasen-Petersilie
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Married in This City Tuesday and Will Make Their Home in Burkey, N.D.
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Last Tuesday evening at 8:30, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harkins in this city, a ceremony was performed which made Otto Petersilie of Burkey and Miss Bertina Alice Plomasen of Luverne, Minn., husband and wife, Rev. C. M. Good of the Congregational church officiating. Miss Bertha Serina Christianson filled the position of bridesmaid while James G. Burke served as best man. The bride was attired in white pongee silk and carried white roses.
Mr. Petersilie came to the Golden Valley a few years ago to locate on a claim at Burkey and has been gathering around him considerable of this world’s good. He is an industrious upright young man and will make a good husband and citizen.
Miss Plomasen is a sister of T. G. Plomasen of Beach and just recently came from Minnesota.
Congratulations and best wishes for a happy and prosperous wedded life are extended the young couple.
They will be at home to friends after March 1 at Mr. Petersilie’s farm near Burkey.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 25th, 1910

W. J. Hurt, who came here to attend the funeral of his brother, Walter, who died in Canada and was brought here for interment, returned to his home at Colfax, Ill., last Friday evening. Since the funeral he has been visiting with relatives at Carlyle.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, February 25th, 1910

A fine baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. David McCullough last Sunday evening.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 4th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Sonsala arrived from Independence, Wis., Monday, where Tom joined the ranks of the benedicts and took unto himself a wife. They were treated to a royal ovation by their friends upon arrival at their home near Burkey. Congratulations, Tom.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 4th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. Guy Lovell are the parents of a fine baby boy which arrived at their home last week Wednesday. He is of regulation size and weight.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 4th, 1910

Attorney Suicides
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J. E. Messersmith, of Dickinson, Shoots Self Because of Ill Health
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Sunday evening Joseph E. Messersmith, a young attorney, shot himself through the temple. The deed was committed with a .32-calibre revolver in the kitchen of his home. He was alone at the time, having preceded his wife by a half hour from the residence of his sister. Mrs. L. A. Simpson, where they had been to tea. Messersmith told his wife that he would go over and fix up the fire so as to have it warm for her and the baby, when they came home. The deceased was the only son of E. E. Messersmith, one of the pioneers of the city, and attended the state university at Grand Forks some years ago. Poor health is given as the cause of suicide. - Fargo Forum
Mr. Messersmith was quite well known in the vicinity of Beach.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 4th, 1910

Henry Sunders received word this morning that a fine baby girl had been born to them on Thursday, March 3. Mrs. Sunders is in Valley City and is reported as doing nicely.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 4th, 1910

A daughter was born Wednesday to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Szudera, living three miles east of Beach.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 11th, 1910

A fine baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Brown of Elk Creek Thursday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 18th, 1910

Kugel - Kaminietz
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Married at Napolean But Will Take Up Permanent Location in Beach
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On Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Max Kaminietz, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Miss Hattie Elizabeth, to Mr. William Kugel, the Rev. Donald Bruce officiating, in the presence of only immediate relatives, of which there is quite a list here. After the ceremony an excellent wedding repast was disposed of and then all hands repaired to the M. W. A. hall where the happy couple were tendered a delightful reception and where “tripping the light fantastic” was continued for several very short hours by the large gathering of friends who were present to shower their congratulations and best wishes upon the newly married couple and to participate in the glad-some celebration of the occasion of their entrance upon the thresh-hold of hold matrimony. Many beautiful and useful presents were bestowed by friends of the contracting parties.
Mr. Kugel and his bride will leave today for a week’s trip to Minneapolis, after which they will go to Beach, N. D., where “Billy” (as he is familiarly called) has a good position and where they will make their future home. The Homestead joins in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Kugel’s voyage through life a long, pleasant aid successful one. - Napolean Homestead. Since coming to Beach Mr. Kugel has held a position in the general store owned by J. J. Bartley and his friends here also desire to extend congratulations and best wishes.
They are expected home today or tomorrow.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, March 25th, 1910

Married at Glendive
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Wednesday afternoon at Glendive, the ceremony was performed that made Miss Emily Peterson and Ernest Byers, husband and wife. The happy couple returned to Beach on the evening train and are making arrangements to occupy Mr. Byers’ homestead southwest of this city.
While the contracting parties have not been residents of Beach a great length of time, yet they have made many friends here who united in wishing them a long and happy married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

John T. Leakey and Mrs. Margaret Trotter, both of Trotters, this county, secured a license and were married by Judge Paxton, Monday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

A marriage license was issued Wednesday to Frank H. Emerson and Ida M. Odenbaugh, both of Beach. Mr. Emerson went from here to Bismarck on business.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

A fine ten-pound baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Henney last Saturday morning and they have promised to care for it as long as it will remain in their home.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

A boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Julius Kusske Sunday morning last.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

Dr. McNab was called to Chicago Sunday evening by the sudden death of his father.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 1st, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. R. J. McDonald of Elk Creek, Friday, March 25th, a twelve-pound boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 8th, 1910


The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 8th, 1910

Death visited our valley last Sunday noon and took the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Johnston, who was 5 years old. The funeral sermon and the interment took place at Beach. The parents have the deepest sympathy of the entire valley.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 8th, 1910

J. R. Waters was called to Montezuma, Ia., last Sunday by a telegram which announced the death of his father from heart failure. The old gentleman visited at the home of his son in Beach last summer and was an exceedingly pleasant person to meet.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 8th, 1910

A fine boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Chadderdon on Sunday, April 3.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 8th, 1910

Wava Johnston Gone
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Wava, the five-year-old daughter and only child of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Johnston, died Sunday, April 3, at 12:40, of pneumonia, after a very short illness.
The child was taken ill Friday and appeared very similar to what she had on several other occasions when attacked by a slight ailment. Saturday she was no better and a doctor was summoned, but his skill was of no avail and she passed away as above stated. Two years ago she had a narrow escape from being burned to death when their home in South Dakota was destroyed by fire. She was an only child and the loss is a heavy one on her parents, to whom is extended sincere sympathy.
Wava was born on Thanksgiving Day, 1904, and was therefore five years, four months and nine days old at time of death. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the Congregational church in this city, Rev. Zimmerman officiating. Interment was made in the Beach cemetery.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 15th, 1910

A fine twelve-pound daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Blue of Williams at the hospital in this city last Sunday morning. Mother and daughter are doing nicely and Will, well, he is as proud as he would be if given a deed to another quarter section of Golden Valley land.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 15th, 1910

A daughter was born to Mrs. Esther Fisher last Saturday, April 9th. Her husband, William Fisher, died during last fall, so the little one will miss a father’s care.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 22nd, 1910

Mrs. M. S. Griffith was called to San Francisco, Cal., Wednesday by a telegram announcing the sudden death of her brother, Walter Simonds. Only recently, when she left Frisco to come to Beach, he was feeling all right and she had just received a letter from him written two days before his death. She has the sympathy of her friends here in her sudden bereavement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 22nd, 1910

George A. Waters
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The Father of J. R. Waters, Our Respected Townsman, Called Suddenly by Death
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George A. Waters, one of the well known citizens of this community, died Sunday morning. Death came quickly. He had been in ill health for some time past and on Sunday morning he arose at the usual hour and proceeded to look after little duties around the house. He was stricken suddenly and passed away before help could be summoned.
The funeral service was held from the house this afternoon at two o’clock, conducted by Rev. Cleaver and was attended by the G.A.R. post and the I.O.O.F. lodge of which orders he was a member, as well as by a large number of old neighbors and friends.
The subject of this sketch, Mr. George A. Waters, was born at Ashtabula, Ohio, June 13, 1837, and died at him home in Montezuma, Sunday morning, April 3, 1910

. Mr. Waters was the last of four brothers and sisters, the others having preceded him by several years. He spent his young manhood in Ohio, where he married Miss Ellen Davidson. To this union two children were born, James R. of Beach, N.D., and Minnie B. Stone of this place. In 1871 he left his native state and settled on a farm near Montezuma, where he had lived till growing infirmities made it wise to dispose of his farm and settle in Montezuma.
He was one of the “Boys in Blue,” being enrolled in Company H, 171st Ohio.
His end was peaceful and painless, at sunrise his soul took its flight. His departure is mourned by his companion of many years, a son and daughter, and a host of sorrowing friends who will miss his cheerful greeting and hearty handshake. - Poweshiek County (Ia.) Palladium

The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 29th, 1910

A fine baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. A. D. McPhee on April 16 and we failed to announce his arrival last week. We assure His Majesty that the omission was unintentional b ut his future will not be jeopardized by the delay thus occasioned.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, April 29th, 1910

O. T. Griffiths was called to Minnesota yesterday morning by a telegram announcing the death of his father.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, May 6th, 1910

Died In California
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L. J. Emerson, Well Known in This Vicinity, Answers the Last Call
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E. E. Noble received a telegram last week announcing the death of L. J. Emerson, at the Angelus hospital, Los Angeles, Cal., of Bright’s disease. Deceased came to Beach in 1906 and filed on a homestead. He was an invalid at that time and sought more than anything else, recovery of health. Later he proved up on his homestead and during the past year has spent much of his time at some spring or in some hospital taking treatment. He still owns considerable property in this vicinity.
His relatives live at Norfolk, Va., and his brother left for Los Angeles, but did not arrive until after death ha summoned the deceased gentleman to the last journey.
Mr. Emerson was eccentric in many of his ways but was universally respected by all who knew him.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, May 6th, 1910

Death of Mrs. DeFrance
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On Monday, April 25, the final summons came which called Mrs. Guy DeFrance from this earthly life.
For two years she had been a suffered from cancer of the stomach and complications. Numerous operations and continual treatment failed to cure the disease. She died at her home at Richardton.
Funeral services were held at the DeFrance home at Richardton on Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. E. Jones, pastor of the Congregational church at Richardton, and the remains were taken to Dickinson on No. 7, where they were met by the local chapter of the Eastern Star in a body, of which fraternity Anna DeFrance was a member, and taken immediately to the cemetery, where services were conducted by the local order. There were generous tributes of flowers from the many friends of the deceased and from members of the fraternal order.
Deceased leaves a husband and three children to mourn the loss of a faithful wife and mother. Her father, Andrew Knutson of Beach, two sisters, Miss Matilda Knutson, and Mrs. Robert Welsh of Mandan, and a brother, K. A. Knutson, and a great many friends. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved. - Dickinson Press
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, May 13th, 1910

The Grim Reaper
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Two Especially Sad Deaths Occur in This Vicinity the First of this Week
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The Advance is called upon this week to chronicle the especially sad taking away of two recent comers to this part of the country.
Mrs. Mary Cleopha Hamilton, wife of Bernard K. Hamilton, died Monday noon, after a two weeks illness of peritonitis. Deceased was 25 years of age and was born in Owensboro, Ky., to which place the body was shipped for burial, leaving here Tuesday. She leaves beside her husband, a son about eighteen months old and a baby of two week, besides a sister who was here and a brother in the east.
Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton came to Beach something like eight weeks ago and expected to make this their home. He was employed as a carpenter and they were practically just starting life in earnest. Her death is a heavy blow to her husband and sister, who are extended sincere sympathy in this their hour of trouble.

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Mrs. John Beach died Tuesday evening, May 10, at 6 o’clock, after a short illness. She was born at Liberty Mills, Ind., in 1863 and was therefore 47 years of age at the time of death. A greater portion of her life was spent at Nappanee, Ind., from which city she, together with her husband and aged parents came to beach, arriving here a few weeks ago, and about ten days ago taking up their residence on the J. A. Taggart farm in the Lame Steer district, southwest of town. She leaves to mourn her departure, a husband, four children, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Offins, and two sisters, Mrs. David Keckler and Mrs. Charles Heckaman, all of this vicinity, three daughters at Nappanee, Ind., and three sons in Missouri, also a sister at Warsaw, Ind., and a brother at Grants Pass., Ore. They had purchased a piece of land in the Lame Steer district and were making arrangements to put it into crop. Her sudden death and under the peculiar circumstances, in a new country away from the friends and acquaintances of a life time, makes her taking away particularly sad and the relatives have the heartfelt sympathy of the community. The body will be shipped to Nappanee, Ind., for interment.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, May 27th, 1910

The Naked Archer
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Cupid Secured Two Couples to Join the Army of Benedicts in This City
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Last Monday morning at the Catholic church in this city was performed the ceremony that made Paul Roller and Miss Mary Ludwig man and wife. The ceremony was witnessed only by intimate friends, but a reception was given at the home during the afternoon, where the happy paid were the recipients of congratulations from their many friends.
Mr. Roller recently sold his farm north of Sentinel Butte and purchased lots in the Woodhull addition, where he has had erected a handsome cottage, in which he and his bride immediately went to keeping house. Best wishes for a happy and prosperous life are extended to them.
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Buel Richards and Miss Esther Newstrom of St. Paul, Minn., were married in Dickinson, by Rev. Brayfield, on Tuesday afternoon, May 24. The announcement of their wedding came as a surprise to their friends and acquaintances in this vicinity, as the event was not even suspected until it had been consummated. They returned to Beach Wednesday and last evening started east on a wedding trip. They will make their home in Beach where Buel will carry on the farm for his mother, Mrs. L. W. Richards and also expects to secure a farm of his own in the near future.
They are extended congratulations and best wishes from their many friends.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 3rd, 1910

Mrs. M. S. Griffiths returned this morning from California, where she was called by the death of her brother.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 3rd, 1910

Mrs. and Mrs. L. Waldo, of Wibaux, attended the funeral of the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Tullar in the city Monday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 3rd, 1910

J. B. Duncan went to Medora on May 18th to meet his intended bride. The lady is from Pinxsitwiney, Pa. The young couple were married on the 20th and are now at home on the claim, as happy as can be. The homesteaders join in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Duncan’s voyage through life, a long, pleasant and successful one.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 3rd, 1910

Called Home
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A short time ago the three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Tullar was taken to Dickinson for treatment for peritonitis, but medical skill was not sufficient to combat the disease and Saturday evening the news reached here that she had been called to her eternal home.
The remains were returned to Beach Saturday evening and Monday afternoon funeral services were held at the congregational church in this city. Interment was made in the Beach cemetery
The fond parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their heavy bereavement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 3rd, 1910

Langbein - Bolke Nuptials
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Poular Young Lady of Beach Will Make Her Future Home at Hebron, This State
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Last Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Langbein, in this city, the ceremony was performed that made Miss Henrietta Florence Langbein and Mr. Alfred P. Bolke, husband and wife. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. M. Good of the Congregational church and was witnessed only by intimate friends and relatives. The happy couple left on the evening train for a short wedding trip, after which they will make their home in Hebron, this state.
Miss Langbein has been a resident of Beach only a comparatively short time, but by her general good nature and courteous consideration of those with whom she came in contact she became exceedingly popular and was a general favorite among the young ladies of this city. Of her choice for a life partnership we know little but The Advance joins with the large number of friends of the bride is wishing them a long, happy and useful life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

The stork made hearts glad on section four on Tuesday evening, by leaving a daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. Johnstone.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

Some of our young men are getting tired of living alone and batching, so one day a week or so ago Herman Brackfmeyer and Miss Ethel Erne, were quietly married at the home of the bride’s parents, by Rev. Landis, of Carlyle, and are now happily living on the groom’s claim. Congratulations.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

Arthur Johnson surprised his many friends last week when he went to Beach and took the train to Dickinson to meet his bride-to-be, from Hastings Minn., and was married. All his Alpha friends wish them a long and happy life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

The Stork visited at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. K. McConnel but delivered the goods to Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Stockwell. As he is a fine man we hope they were well pleased.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

A Healthy Black Haired Baby
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Left to the Tender Care of a Bachelor - No Trace of Who Are its Parents
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Last Monday morning about 4 o’clock Agaard Carlson, a bachelor who lives some fourteen miles northeast of Beach, heard his dog making considerable noise, but dropped off to sleep and did not waken again until nearly 7 o'clock. Immediately after getting up he was attached to the door by the cries of a baby and upon investigation found a nice black haired baby girl on his doorstep, without other raiment than the shawl or blanket in which it was wrapped up. He lost no time in procuring the assistance of a lady of the neighborhood, who gave it every attention.
It is the opinion of those who saw it that the little Miss was not over twenty-four hours of age when discovered by Mr. Carlson: Mr. and Mrs. George Richardson heard of the affair and went out to Carlson's and took the baby home with the intention of adopting it as their own. It will be remembered that Mr. and Mrs. Richardson lost their only child, a little girl, not long ago and the vacant place in their home they hope to fill by this little one. The baby is strong and healthy in appearance and is reported to be doing nicely.
So far as can be learned no trace of the inhuman parents has been found.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

J. R. Delany was called to the phone early Sunday morning to learn of the sudden death of Mrs. A. B. Gordon of Stacyville, Ia., mother to Mrs. Delany and G. A. Gordon, both of whom live north of town. Death was due to paralysis and took place at 12:05 Saturday night. She was about 80 years of age. Mr. Delany at once notified G. A. Gordon and Sunday morning he left for Iowa to be present at the funeral. Sunday evening a letter was received from Mrs. Gordon, directed to her son, which was written on Friday previous, which stated that she was enjoying good health and the entire letter was full of good cheer. She was stricken Friday evening and died as above stated.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 10th, 1910

The Month Of Weddings
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The Old Time Precedent of June Weddings is Being Religiously Followed
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Although only a few days of the month of June 1910 have gone into history, the old precedent of the month of nuptials is being well looked after in this part of the state and its record will be well sustained.
This week we take pleasure in announcing the wedding of Loren Austin and Miss Anna Knowlton, which took place at Dickinson, Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Brayfield, the Episcopal clergyman performing the ceremony that made them one. The happy pair were accompanied to Dickinson by Mrs. Knowlton, mother of the bride, and Mrs. R. E. Morrow. Mr. Austin has been a resident of Beach about two years and is a young man of sterling qualities, upright, energetic and a thorough gentleman. He was first employed in the clothing establishment of Wesby Bros., but last year assisted J. R. Smith in superintending the cropping of 2,000 acres of flax and will again be in Mr. Smith's employ this summer. He has the respect and confidence of all who know him and his friends are many. Miss Anna Knowlton came to Beach from St. James, Minn., and during the past year has officiated as assistant principal of our high school, which position she held with credit to herself and the school. In a social way she has made many friends who will rejoice that she is to remain in this part of the country. The happy couple will commence their wedded life on the J. R. Smith farm south of town. The Advance joins with their host of friends, in wishing them the allotted span of life, with the cup of usefulness, contentment and prosperity filled to overflowing.
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St the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Halstead in the presence of intimate friends of the contracting parties, on Tuesday, at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Charles M. Good, pastor of the Congregational church, read the beautiful and impressive ring service which united J. A. Schmitz and Miss Florence Halstead in wedlock. Miss Alice McNiece acted as bridesmaid and Harry Halstead, brother of the bride, support the groom.
After a wedding supper the happy couple boarded the train for Miles City for a short visit, after which they will return to Beach and take up their residence on a farm nine miles south of this city. This farm was taken by Mr. Schmitz as a homestead over four years ago, shortly after he came to the Golden Valley to live. He is a young man full of energy, honorable and upright and ha made an enviable record as one of our prosperous young farmers.
Miss Halstead can also be numbered among the old settlers here and she also took a piece of government land, proof being made only a short time ago. By her genial disposition and good nature she made many friends who extend best wishes to both herself and husband for a long and prosperous life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 17th, 1910

Obituary
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William Fletcher was born January 25, 1842, Pendleton county, Kentucky; he died July 25, 1910, at Durham, Mo., and was therefore 68 years at death. He was married to Miss Line Hoskins, February 17, 1866, and their union was blessed with ten children, Oscar, George, and Charles of Edgehill, Mont., Lawrence, Arthur and Mrs. Edna Smizer of Hawarden, Iowa, Pearl of Fort Morgan, Mrs. Addie Hadfield and Miss Bird Fletcher of Durham, Mo., Nellie, with the mother, preceded the father to the better world twenty-two years ago. Besides the nine living children he has fourteen grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters and a host of friends to mourn his loss.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 17th, 1910

The people at Alpha were shocked last Friday to hear the sad news that Mrs. Henry Olson of Alpha, who was taken to Beach the week before had passed away that morning. The entire community mourns with the stricken ones. May the Comforter comfort them.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 17th, 1910

Charles Sweet of Colfax, Ill., came to Beach this week to attend the funeral of his father, George Sweet of Carlyle.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 17th, 1910

Married At Dickinson
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Miss Pearl Doubles of Burkey and J. B. Page of the Same Place Are Now One
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Rev. John Orchard of Dickinson performed the ceremony Wednesday that made Miss Pearl Doubles and J. B. Page of Burkey, husband and wife. The ceremony was witnessed by Miss N. McCornack, Mrs. R. I. Nichols and Miss Russell of Beach and M. A. Scherffius of Dickinson. They will reside on their farm near Burkey. Both young people have a large number of friends in the Valley and are exceedingly popular among all classes of people. Miss Doubles has held several positions as clerk in Beach and is an accomplished and popular young lady. The news of her wedding will come as a surprise to many of her friends, but the congratulations and best wishes for the future will be none the less sincere and hearty.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 17th, 1910

The Grim Reaper Busy
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A short time ago Mrs. H. A. Olson, who lived two and a half miles northwest of Alpha, was brought to the hospital in this city to receive medical aid, but her ailment proved to be beyond the aid of human skill and on Friday, June 10, she passed quietly into the last sleep.
She and her husband came to Beach two years ago and settled on land near Alpha, where they have since lived. She was born in Wisconsin and came from that state here. She is highly spoken of by those who knew her and her neighbors and friends mourn with the relatives she has left behind.
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Mrs. H. Hubble died last week Friday at the home of John Hubble, north of town, her brother-in-law,. Heart trouble was the cause of death. The funeral services were held Sunday, Rev. C. M. Good of the Congregational church officiating.
Mr. and Mrs. Hubble came to Beach this spring from Clark county, Wisconsin, and expected to make this their future home, having secured a farm some fifteen miles north of town. She had not been in good health for some time and it was hoped the change would be beneficial. She wash fifty- nine years of age and is survived by a husband and daughter, Mrs. Roy Tuttle.
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The many friends of George Sweet, both at Carlyle and Beach, were pained and surprised Sunday to learn of his sudden and unexpected death, which took place about 11 o'clock on Saturday night, June 11 caused by spasmodic spasm of the heart.
For several days Mr. Sweet had not been feeling just right, but had kept up most of the time and Friday and Saturday went upon several errands among his neighbors and to the Carlyle store. In the early evening he told his wife that he was not feeling as well as usual and went to bed. She done what she could with the means at her command to make him comfortable and in a short time he went to sleep. About 11 o'clock he made a peculiar noise, raised his hands and expired without saying a word or regaining consciousness. George Sweet was born in Medina county, Ohio, December 12, 1845, and was therefore 65 years and six months of age at time of death. He was among the first to offer his services to his country when President Lincoln called for volunteers and entered the army service in November, 1861, as a private of Company B, 11th Regiment of Connecticut Volunteers and was discharged on the 31st day of March, 1867, as private of Company M, 3rd Regiment of U.S. Artillery, by reason of expiration of term of service.
He was married in February, 1873, to Miss Ella Dudley, at Ellington, Conn., who survives him. In 1881 he moved to Illinois and resided there until three years ago, when he moved to Carlyle, Mont., where he took a claim and has since lived. He is also survived by two sons, Charles of Colfax, Ill., and Clifford of Carlyle, and two daughters, Mrs. William Abrams and Mrs. Hurt, also of Carlyle. He also has three brothers and one sister living in Connecticut. His death was especially sad as this is the second death in the family within four months.
Funeral services were held at the home yesterday morning, interment being made in the cemetery at Beach. Pall bearers were Messrs. Slater, Dilly, Hall, Carlock, Moore and Merritt, all neighbors.
Mrs. Sweet was a man who was much admired and greatly respected by all who knew him. His cheerful manner, honesty of purpose and readiness to lend a helping hand made him a warm, personal friend to a large number in his community and his untimely death is sincerely regretted. It can truly be said of Mr. Sweet that the world is better for his having lived. The community extends sincere sympathy to Mrs. Sweet and the family in their deep sorrow.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, June 24th, 1910

Russell - Linger
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Young Business Man of Beach Takes a Wife and is Now Russell-ing for a Living
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J. B. Linger of this city and Miss Enola G. Russell of Kentucky were married in Dickinson, Wednesday, in the afternoon, by Rev. Orchard. The ceremony was witnessed by Mrs. Bert Nichols and Miss Emma McClellan. The party returned to Beach on the evening train and the happy couple went at once to their home in the eastern part of the city. During the evening they were given a charivari by the young people.
Mr. Linger has been identified with the growth of the Golden Valley for several years and is among its progressive and enterprising young businessman. He owns a vehicle business at Sentinel Butte and is a member of the firm of Wood hull & Linger, implement dealers in this city. He also owns a number of pieces of land in the Valley and is a firm believer in the productivity of our soil. He is a gentleman of irreproachable character, upright and honorable in his dealings and greatly admired by all who know him.
Miss Russell recently came from Kentucky and during her short time among us has made a good impression. She is a young lady of many accomplishments and to and her husband is extended congratulations and best wishes for a happy married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 1st, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. H. Moe gave a surprise part for their son Alvin, being his second birthday. A host of little folks were present with their mothers. Those present from out of town were, Mrs. Johnson and Pearl of Ellenworth, Wis., and Mrs. Angliss and daughter of Dickinson. A table for the little folks was set with good things to eat. Their happy faces told how they enjoyed the dainty lunch set before them. All went away feeling they had enjoyed themselves.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 1st, 1910

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Montgomery, on Wednesday, June 29, a nice baby girl. Weight 11 pounds.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

To Her Final Rest
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Mrs. W. E. Kugel Went Into the Last, Long Sleep Wednesday Morning
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The Advance is called upon this week to chronicle a particulary sad death, that of Mrs. W. E. Kugel, which took place Wednesday morning at 6:35, of typhoid fever.
Miss Elizabeth Kaminietz was married to W. E. Kugel on March 9 last, at Napolean, N.D., and came to Beach only four short months ago a bride. The panorama of the future looked bright and with cheerful hearts and willing hands these young people started to prepare for the time when a competency should have been layed away as a result of faithful labor and prudent expenditure and home and each others company would be their joy in declining years. But it was not to be. Five weeks ago last Sunday she was forced to take to her bed, suffering from typhoid fever and although everything human skill could suggest was done to battle with the disease, yet it proved unavailing and death claimed her Wednesday morning.
Mrs. Kugel was 22 years of age at time of death and her untimely taking away is doubly sad. The bereaved husband has been called upon to bury both his father and mother and now, on the very threshold of his wedded life, he places the mortal remains of his wife beside the final resting place of his parents. Mrs. Kugel was one of seven children and her death is the first in the family. During the latter part of her illness her mother was a constant attendant at her bedside and was with her when the final summons came. The surviving relatives have the sincere sympathy of the people of this community in their heavy and sad bereavement. The body was shipped to Napolean for interment.
Since coming to Beach Mr. Kugel has occupied a position in J. J. Bartley's general store and he and his wife made their home with them. May her ashes rest in peace.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

Ray McCaskey and wife returned from Wisconsin recently and are now nicely located on his farm north of town. He was married June 27, to Miss Anna Jirschele of Tomah, Wis., a companion before he came west. On their return home the neighbors gave them a rousing reception in the form of a charivari, afterwards taking possession of their home and dancing until a late hour. A fine lunch was provided and a most delightful evening resulted. Mr. McCaskey filed on his claim four years ago last April and can be placed among the old settlers of the valley. His many friends in this vicinity extend a warm welcome to his bride and extend to them both best wishes for the future.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

Mrs. and Mrs. Hamilton Smith have taken a wee bit of a boarder that they will not only feed, but clothe and try and make happy. It is a fine baby boy and arrived at their home last Friday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

A fine baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Stockwell, Tuesday, July 12.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

A fine baby girl was born yesterday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sloss.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. Sebrecht were blessed with a fine baby boy recently.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Ingledue are the proud parents of a seven pound baby boy, born Saturday, June 25.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

Starting A New Life
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Wedding at Mile City and Glendive of Interests to People in the Golden Valley

- - - - - Last week Miss Lydia Knutson went to Miles City, Mont., to make final proof on her claim, but it was not given out that she would also make final proof on a young man's heart and pruse (sic) at the same time. However, such was the case and the happy couple are now receiving congratulations from their many friends.
The ceremony was performed by Rev. Thorpe of the United Lutheran church of this city, on Tuesday, June 28, that made Theodore Maanum and Miss Lydia Knutson husband and wife. They returned to Beach last Friday and will occupy their new home in Beach just as soon as it can be completed. Mr. Maanum came to Beach from Hancock, Minn., a little over two years ago, where he had accepted employment in the hardware store of Overstad and Hoverson. Afterwards he was employed as bookkeeper at the Golden Valley State Bank and when the First National Bank was organized he was offered and accepted the position of cashier of the institution which position he hat present occupies. He is a young man of good habits, high ideals and industrious and has won the confidence and respect of all.
Miss Knutson came to Beach from Parker, S.D., about the same time and filed on a homestead in the Lame Steer district in Montana and on which she has made final proof. She is a charming young lady of many accomplishments and has made many friends who join with The Advance in wishing her and her husband a long life filled with contentment and prosperity.
At Glendive, Mont., on Friday July 1, Rev. T. S. Leland united in the holy bonds of wedlock, Miss Pearl Herrick of this city and Frank Edwards of Capa, S.D. Miss Herrick came to the Golden Valley from St. Cloud, Minn., with her parents something over a year ago and after remaining in the city for a while went north of town and filed on a homestead, where she has since made her home. She is full of a determination to make a success of life and has made many friends by her cheerful disposition and ability to grapple with every day problems. She has the best wishes of all her friends both here and in Minnesota for a life of prosperity and happiness. The happy couple will make their home on her claim.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 8th, 1910

To The Great Unknown
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J. W. Now Died Monday, July 4, After an Illiness of Several Months
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While not unexpected, yet the news that J. W. Snow had died at his farm north of town, Monday, July 4, at about 10 o'clock in the forenoon, was a shock to his many friends in this part of the country.
Mr. Snow came to Beach something like two years ago from Lacrosse, Wis., and purchased the Doyle farm north of town. A short time afterwards he brought him family here and occupied the place, but much of his time was devoted to his profession as a veterinary surgeon
H was a promoter and a tireless worker for the organization of the Interstate Fair Association of Billings County and was much interested in its success. He was a thorough believer in the future of this country and did everything in his power to advance the interest of the community in which he lived and of Beach. For some time after coming her he improved in health, but he worked hard at his profession and last fall was obliged to go east to secure rest and look after some business matters. While absent he suffered two very severe attacks of sickness and had failed a great deal before he returned. Even after it was impossible for him to longer make the trip to town he would insist on going about the farm, to the barn and was continually looking after something. He made a most heroic fight for life and the end was indeed a relief from suffering.
His remains were taken to Onalaska, Wis., for interment and were accompanied by relatives. He was 73 years of age at the time of death and is survived by his wife and several children, two sons and a daughter living near his farm.
Mr. Snow was a man among men and his man acquaintances in the Golden Valley as well as in Wisconsin will indeed mourn with his bereaved wife and children for the loss of a husband, father and a friend.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 22nd, 1910

Otto Krall returned from South Dakota, where he was called by the death of his brother, who was drowned at Sioux Falls.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 29th, 1910

Anniversary and Reunion
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A Happy Gathering at the Carlock Home, Carlyle, Last Sunday
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Last Sunday was the forty-second anniversary of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Carlock of Carlyle, and the children also made the occasion one of the reunion of the family, all of the children and grand-children being present.
The entire day was made pleasant with different amusements and in a social way, not the least of which was an auto ride in the vicinity of the ranch. Pictures were also taken of the entire party. At noon a wedding dinner was served and the event was one long to be remembered.
Mr. and Mrs. Carlock have made many friends since coming to this part of the country all of whom wish them many happy returns of the day. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Dillard Carlock and son John D., of Carlyle; Mrs. T. O'Leary and niece, Miss Thelman, of Carlock, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Belsley, son John and daughter Margaret of Deer Creek, Ill,; Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Salzman and son Harvey and Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Artis of Beach.

The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, July 29th, 1910

Of Chlorera Infantum
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Harold Prehm Passed Away after Only Fifteen Hours of Sickness
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Harold Prehn, aged one year and one day, died last Monday after suffering fifteen hours from cholera infant. The funeral services were held Tuesday. Rev. C. M. Good of the Congregational church preached the sermon.
Harold was the only child and Mr. and Mrs. E . E. Prehn have the sympathy of their many friends in their heavy loss.
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Mr. and Mrs. Prehn desire to express their deep appreciation of the kindness and sympathy which has been extended to them during the death and burial of their son Herold (sic).
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Alfred W. Martin a brother of L. F. Martin of this place, died at his home in Johnson City, Texas, on July 19, at the age of 80 years.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Lands, July 23, a daughter.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. O. Vance, July 19, a son.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. August Johnstone lost their two year old boy with inflammation of the bowels last Sunday, Interment was made in the Sentinel Butte cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the community.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Thomas Ulve, of Beach, and Mabel Bleu, of Sentinel Butte presented themselves before the county judge at Medora Tuesday sued (sic) out a license, and were married at once. The new Mrs. Ulve's mother accompanied them.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Tuesday, July 26, was a great day in Alpha, when John Adams and Miss Matilda White were pronounced man and wife. The ceremony was performed at 9 o'clock at the Burkey church. The bride was beautifully dressed in white embroidered batiste, wore veil and wreath and carried a large bouquet of roses. The groom was dressed in the conventional black. The maid of honor was Miss Merchant of Jamestown and James White was the best man. A bountiful dinner awaited the guests at the home of the bride after the ceremony and to it justice was done. The happy couple were the recipients of many beautiful wedding gifts. In the evening a dance was given in the school house and a large crowd attended. All report a fine time and your correspondent unites with their many friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Adams a safe voyage through life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

William and George Fletcher returned Wednesday morning from Durham, Mo., where they had been to attend the funeral of their father. Charles Fletcher remained and will return later with his sister.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Green, Tuesday, August 2, a son.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 5th, 1910

Killed by Stock Train
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Body Carried Four Miles Before Train Crew Learn of Accident
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L. W. Berge met a sudden and violent death yesterday about noon at Sentinel Butte. He was expecting his son with a car load of cattle and had gone down to the depot to ascertain if something definite could be learned about it. He attempted to cross the tracks at the depot and was struck by a stock train going east. It is reported that the train was going at the rate of about forty miles an hour. The pilot of the engine struck him and he was thrown into the air several feet, coming down in such a way as to land on the pilot close up to the boiler. In this position he was carried to the next station, where the train went on to the siding for the through passenger. It was at this time that some one of the crew found the body and it was their first knowledge of the fact that they had killed someone. A livery rig from Sentinel Butte brought the remains back home.
In the way he attempted to cross the track his view of an approaching train from the west would be obstructed and whether or not he was aware of this fact will never be known. However, when some distance from the tracks he started to run and as he approached the danger a warning was shouted to him by Eddie Gilbert, but he evidently did not hear it and the extra haste cost him his life
The death is particularly sad. Mr. and Mrs. Berge came to Sentinel Butte from Black River Falls, Wis., where he was a respected citizen, only a few weeks ago, for the purpose of visiting their daughter, Mrs. Albert F. Bailey. They like the country very much and had decided to make Sentinel Butte their home. To this end he had purchased a lot and had dug the cellar over which their future home was to be erected.
He has many acquaintances here among the people of Wisconsin, all of whom speak of him as an upright man and a good citizen. He was also an old veteran. A wife, daughter and two sons survive him.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 19th, 1910

In its flight over Beach Sunday night the stork left a sweet and beautiful little baby girl to gladden the hearts of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Sheppard. The couple at the present time are stopping at the home of R. A. Sprague and we learn from “Bert” that a happier couple could not be found. Mrs. Sheppard is a daughter of Ben Grant, the Beach plummer (sic).
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, August 26th, 1910

The Advance is pleased to publish the following article taken from the Chetek, (Wisconsin) Alert, dated Aug. 19:
“On Wednesday the seventeenth of August at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ziesenis occurred the marriage of their daughter Iva to Dr. H. Benjamin Museus of Beach N.D.
The house was prettily decorated with ferns and white roses and at high noon, under an arch of ferns from which hung roses, the ceremony took place. The bride was attended by her sister Miss Hazel Ziesenis and Rev. J. W. Irish of Chippewa Falls read the service in the presence of only immediate relatives. At half after twelve the wedding breakfast was served. Above the table hung a bell of roses from which streamers of white satin ribbon were stretched to join the roses and the hand-decorated place cards at the guests places.
The bride was attired in a gown of white imported Swiss embroidery trimmed in Irish hand-lace and carried a shower bouquet of bride's roses. Miss Hazel Ziesenis as maid of honor wore green voile and carried bridesmaid roses.
Dr. and Mrs. Museus left in the afternoon for St. Paul where they will spend a few days and from their will go to Beach, N.D. where they will be at home after the fifteenth of October. Mrs. Museus wore a gown of green shantung silk and a traveling coat of natural color rahjah trimmed with green with hat to match.
The bride is a popular young lady of Chetek and a student of both Hamline and Minnesota universities, in the meanwhile developing her artistic talents at St. Agathas' Conservatory. Her china is almost entirely of her own decoration.
While she will be missed in the social circle of Chetek we fell that what is our loss will be Beach's gain.
Mr. Museus is a successful physician of Beach, N.D., and a son of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Museus of this city.
The many friends in Chetek and vicinity send with them their heartiest congratulations and best wishes.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

A Cold Blooded Murder
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A cold blooded murder occurred at Wibaux last Saturday. A cowboy came to town and hired a saddle horse from on of the liverymen. About noon he tied the animal to a post after riding him all morning. The liveryman thinking he was probably through with the horse sent a boy, who was working in the barn after him, with instructions that he put him in the barn, and give him feed and water. The cowboy saw the lad when he was taking the horse to the barn, and immediately followed him to the stable, where he entered by the door and shot the boy dead on the spot, without any provocation whatever.
A blacksmith who was there tried to arrest him, but was driven back with a six-shooter. He then took the horse and started to make his getaway. The arm of justice was too fast for him, however, and just as he was leaving the deputy sheriff appeared on the scene. He succeeded in arresting the fellow after several short had been exchanged between them. The fellow fell off the horse claiming to be shot, but no wound could be found.
The citizens were for lynching him, but while talking it over the sheriff got his prisoner out of town.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

The community around Alpha was shocked to hear of the sudden death of Bennie Odirone, who was sick only a few days. Much sympathy is felt for the stricken family in their deep sorrow over the loss of their only son.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

Passed Over the “Great Divide”
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Discouraged Over Financial Troubles Chas. Voller Ends His Life With Strychnine
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Wednesday morning the citizens of Beach were surprised to hear that Chas. Voller had committed suicide in his slaughter house west of the city. In the morning he arose and had his breakfast as usual, after which he attended to his meat market until about 10:00 o'clock when he hitched up his horse and started up town. He went into tone of the local drug stores and purchased a half ounce of strychnine. As he was passing the City Bakery he stopped and bought three bottle of pop. The clerk told him that it was not necessary to pay for the bottles if he would return them when empty. He seemed anxious to pay for them, however, saying that he might forget the bottles when he returned. About 11:00 o'clock people who live in the vicinity of his slaughter house heard his agonizing cries for help and saw him run in the direction of his wagon. John Anderson was the first to arrive, and as he picked Mr. Voller from the ground, where he had fallen, he died in his arms. Not knowing the cause of the trouble. Mr. Anderson, hurried the body to the office of Dr. Stough, but nothing could be done to bring back the life that had flown.
Deceased came to Beach with his family from Bowbells, N.D., about a year ago and started in the butcher business. Since that time he has apparently enjoyed a satisfactory business from all outward appearances. Nevertheless, he worried considerably over his financial affairs, and, it is thought, that is what deranged his mind.
During his life Mr. Voller was looked upon as an honest and upright man, a kind neighbor, and in all, a very desirable citizen.
Besides his wife, deceased leaves to mourn the loss of a loving husband and kind father, three small girls, who have the sympathy of all in their deep sorrow.

The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

Passed Peacefully to Rest
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Mrs. Joseph Denoyer Succumbs to a Hemorrhage Sunday Morning
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A cloud of sorrow enveloped the home of Mr. Joseph Denoyer Sunday morning about 2:15 o'clock, when the Almighty God called to her heavenly home, the wife and mother, at the early age of 32 years. For some time Mrs. Denoyer had been ailing, but few thought but wheat she would rally from her sickness and regain her former health. Such, however, was not to be. About 12:00 o'clock Saturday night she was taken with a hemorrhage, and in a little more than two hours life was extinct.
A year ago last February deceased moved to Beach, with her husband and since that time, has endeared herself to many by her kind and pleasant disposition. She was a devote member of the Roman Catholic church, and never was the road too long or the night too dark, to go to the relief of a wanting neighbor.
Much sympathy is extended to Mr. Denoyer at this time. In the loss of his helpmate he is called upon to take the place of both father and mother to three small boys, the two oldest being only eleven years of age, and the youngest nine.
Besides her husband and three children deceased leaves to mourn her loss an aged father and mother who at present reside at Crosby, N.D.
The Advance extends its heart-felt sympathy to Mr. Denoyer and his three sons, in this, their greatest bereavement.
The remains were interred in the R. C. cemetery at Devils Lake, yesterday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

Gone to the Angels Above
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Sunday afternoon about five o'clock the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Sheppard, passed peacefully from this world to her Father in Heaven. She was a bright little girl, and also the firstborn. Sympathy is weak in sorrow of this kind, as only the mother and father can realize the real sting of such a great loss. The little pet was just two weeks old, and up to the time of her death was apparently healthy. It was thought she was attached with heart trouble. Services were held Monday in the Congregational church, Rev. Good officiating. The remains were interred in the Beach cemetery.
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Card Of Thanks
We wish to tender our sincere thanks to our friends for the kindness shown us at the time of the death of our beloved baby.
(signed)
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Sheppard
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

Douglas - Hutchins
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A Very petty wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. V. Knox on Wednesday, when the daughter of Mrs. Knox, Miss Leora Hutchins, was united by marriage to Rev. Alexander Douglas, a minister of the Congregational church. The ceremony was performed just at the noon hour by Rev. Chas. M. Good, pastor of the Beach Congregational church. While Mr. Carl Bratton played the wedding march, Lohengrin, the bride and groom marched to the altar. The bride was dressed in cadet blue with trimmings of Persian lace and carried bride's roses. She was attended by her cousin, Miss Mabelle Monet, who acted as bridesmaid and was dressed in pink silk voile. Mr. Carl Bratton acted as best mad. After the ceremony the whole company in attendance partook of the bounteous feast usually associated with such happy occasions.
In the evening they took the train for a visit in the east and on their return will probably take up some pastorate in the eastern part of the state. Rev. Douglas is a graduate of Auburn Seminary, Rochester, N.Y., and one of the pioneers of the Golden Valley. He located on a claim east of Beach about seven years ago, when there were but few people in the community, and it was thorough his efforts, perhaps more than any one else, that the work of the church was successfully started. Recently, he has been laboring along with line of the Milwaukee in Hettinger county, making his home at Mott.
Miss Hutchins was one of the most popular and virtuous young ladies in this city, and all who knew either of them join in wishing them a long life, happiness and success in their Christian work.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 2nd, 1910

Shears - Olson
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On Wednesday evening in the Congregational church were joined together in holy matrimony Hiram Shears and Mrs. Gertrude Allen, both of Beach, N.D. They came from the east on train No. 7 and at once proceeded to the church where the ceremony was performed by Rev. Chas. M. Good, the pastor of the church.
Mr. and Mrs. Shears own land in the northern part of the county where they will make their home. They carry with them the best wishes of all friends for their success and happiness.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 9th, 1910

Mrs. Herr Wet of here died Thursday of last week. The remains were taken to Indiana for burial.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 9th, 1910

A welcome visitor arrived September first at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnston just in time to do the fall plowing. The new hired man weighed 8 pounds and Fred is passing cigars.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 16th, 1910

A very pretty wedding occurred in Miles City, Mont., last Sunday, Sept 11th, when our old friend, J. L. Jepson, was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Anna Gliddie of Carlyle.
The groom was one of the early settlers in Western North Dakota and for twelve years successfully followed the ranching business in the Golden Valley. His first ranch was south of Beach, which he finally sold and purchased another in the northern part of the valley. About a year and a half ago the he consummated a deal with E. H. Hall for his livery stable in this city and by his square and business like dealing with the public is enjoying a very lucrative business.
The bride is a very charming woman and, until about a year ago, at which time she came to Carlyle, was a resident of Kenyon, Minn., where she has many dear friends. During her stay in Carlyle she was engaged in school work. We understand she received many compliments for her efficient work.
Tomorrow they leave on extensive honey moon to the coast, where they will visit the many points of interest along the Pacific.
On November 1st they will be at home to their many friends in the handsome new residence which Mr. Jepson recently built opposite the Lutheran church.
All will join with The Advance in wishing them a long, happy and prosperous married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 16th, 1910

Mrs. Chas. Voller returned Saturday from Fargo where she buried the remains of her late husband. She has not yet decided where she will take up her home in the future, but it is hoped among her friends here that she will decide to remain in Beach.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 23rd, 1910

Last Friday morning the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Wand succumbed to an unknown complaint that had been troubling the little fellow for some time. He was a little over a year old, the time their winning little smiles doubly endear themselves to their parents' hearts. The funeral services were held at the Catholic church Sunday after which the remains were interred in the Beach cemetery. The community extends its heartfelt sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Wand.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 23rd, 1910

Obituary
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The Late Mrs. F. M. Scott
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The sad intelligence reached this office Monday of the death of Mrs. F. M. Scott on their claim about ten miles northwest of this city, in her fifty- first year.
She was sick, but a short time when the Great Father decided to call her to her home beyond the skies where the wicked cease from troubling and the weary are at rest.
Deceased was a daughter of the late J. W. Snow and came to Beach with her husband about six months ago, believing the change of climate would be beneficial to her then failing health. However, such was not to be and Monday morning the death angel called her spirit home.
Mrs. Scott was a woman, who, during her life, done much to promote the best interests of the church and society. In both circles she had many dear friends, who will sincerely regret to hear of her untimely death.
The remains were taken to Minneapolis Wednesday for burial.
Besides an aged mother, deceased leaves to mourn the loss of an affectionate daughter, loving wife and kind mother, her husband, daughter and an adopted son.
Miss Scott is a teacher in Minneapolis, and at present is taking care of her brother.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 23rd, 1910

Winkleman - Myers
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In the city of Elkhart, Ind., Thursday, August 11, 1910, occurred a very pretty marriage when C. L. Winkleman, of Beach was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Martha Meyers of the former city. The ceremony took place in the Lutheran church, the pastor, Rev. Dressler, officiating.
Mr. Winkleman is one of the most learned and intelligent men in the Golden Valley. A few years ago he homesteaded 160 acres about eleven miles from Beach. By leading an economical life, he is today the proud possessor of 480 acres, which he has mostly in crop. He is an honest and broad minded man and is held in high esteem in his community.
The bride is a beautiful and charming young woman. Last June on a visit to the home of Mr. Mast she chanced to meet Mr. Winkleman; after this ties that bind stronger than friendship were knotted around them. She will be a blessing to her new neighbors, for, as is her way, she will devote her spare time to the good of the vicinity, whether it be in the church or at social gatherings.
The friends of the bride in Elkhart char varied the happy couple before they left there, and after wishing them God's speed started them on their journey for North Dakota. On arriving here they were again treated to a charivari by Mr. Winkleman's friends. He thanked them and treated the ladies to candy while the men all got a good cigar.
Their many friends will join with The Advance in wishing them a long and prosperous life, and that their joy may be keep as the ocean and their trouble as light as the foam.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 23rd, 1910

A beautiful little baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Hoverson, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 1910. Mother and child doing well.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 23rd, 1910

Died Suddenly at Sentinel Butte
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L. F. Martin, father of State Senator Martin, died very suddenly at Sentinel Butte last Friday. The remains were taken to Little Falls, Minn., where the family formerly resided. He was 70 years old and had been in feeble health for a long time. Deceased had many friends in the Golden Valley, where his son is extensively engaged in banking and ranching.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Madison - Murphy
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Well Known People in Beach Join Hands for the Journey of Life
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Tuesday morning at the hour of 7:30 in the Catholic church the Rev. Father Walpers joined together in marriage, Mr. John James Madison of Beach to Miss Catherine Veronica Murphy, of Elroy, Wis.
The bride wore an exquisite gown of gray silk and was attended by Miss Eileen Madison, who looked charming in a beautiful dress of blue serge. The groom wore the usual conventional black and was assisted by Joe Murphy, a brother of the bride.
Mr. Madison is one of the pioneer settlers of Beach, and has made a decided success of the well drilling and wind mill business and now employs several assistants. By his square and honest dealings with the public he has won their respect and good will and is now enjoying a very lucrative business.
Mrs. Madison is also very well and favorably known in Beach, having been employed for some time as waiter in the State Line Hotel.
After the ceremony a sumptuous wedding breakfast was served at the Wisconsin Café where plates were laid for eight.
The new house which Mr. Madison is having built on Frazier street is about finished, and they expect to take up house keeping about the twentieth of October, when they will be at home to their many friends.
The Advance joins with the people of Beach and vicinity in wishing the happy couple a long and prosperous married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Called To His Reward
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William H. Seeley Passed Peacefully to Rest at Him Home Tuesday Afternoon
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With much regret The Advance chronicles this week the death of William H. Seeley, which occurred at him home in Woodhull's addition, Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 o'clock, in the fiftieth year of his age.
For many ears deceased was a resident of Melville, N.D., but learning of the possibilities in Beach through his old friend and former partner in the contracting and building business, A. W. Mason, came here last fall and worked for Mr. Mason through the winter months. This spring he purchased ten acrtes of land from W. H. Woodhull on which he erected a comfortable home for himself and family, and moved here along in May. After they were comfortably settled, Mr. Seeley started taking contracts for himself, and was just finishing a house of the farm of John Johnston about eight miles south, when he was taken sick. In less than a week the Great Reaper had summoned his spirit home.
Mr. Seeley was a man who always enjoyed the respect of the community in which he lived. He was a very zealous member and ardent worked in the Advent church, and done much during his life to promote best interest of the faith.
One of the particularly sad things in connection with Mr. Seeley's death is the large family of small children he leaves - four girls and two boys - to the care and guidance of the mother; the oldest not over fifteen years of age, while the youngest in only an infant.
The services were held in the Congregational church Thursday afternoon, an Advent minister from Belfield officiating. The remains were interred in the Beach cemetery.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Mrs. Tony Rolysinski gave birth to a 10-pound baby boy, Saturday, Sept. 24, 1910. Shortly after the birth their little girl, two and a half yaers old, was taken sick with infantile paralysis and grave hopes are entertained for her recovery.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Roberts, on their farm north of town, Saturday morning, Sept. 24, 1910, a bright, little, 9-pound baby boy. Mr. and Mrs. Roberts have received many blessings during their married life, but the little infant will be numbered among the greatest.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Plans For His Long Trip
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Edward Kromrey Purchased Ticket on the Strychnine-Pop Route to the World Beyond
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Another sad death by suicide was brought to our notice last Monday noon when it was reported that one Edward Kromrey, had succumbed to the effects of strychnine. This time the victim was a lad of about nineteen summers who became despondent over a love tragedy that had crept into his young life in the city of Fall Creek, Wisc.
With his father, Edward came to Beachsome few months ago, and for some time past has been employed by August Weideman in the capacity of fireman on his threshing engine. He was a very faithful employee and soon became a favorite with Mr. Weideman.
Although it was known that the young man was grieving more or less over a slight dispute he had with his sweetheart before leaving for North Dakota, no one imagined that he preferred the grave rather than live without her, yet how weak are our minds when we try to realize the agony the young man must have endured that caused him to commit such a rash act. Monday morning he decided to end it all. After getting shaved in one of the local barber shops he stepped into a drug store and purchased some strychnine, with which he said he intended to kill rats. He then wended his way to the cigar factory and bought a bottle of pop. He paid for the bottle saying he would not return it.
When dinner was ready at the Weideman home, where the young man was boarding, the children were sent to the barn to call him, but on reaching the automobile shed found him lying on the floor. Mr. Weideman was immediately summoned, and discovered that life was not yet extinct, but before the services of a physician could be procured, the spirit had flown to the other shore, where it will be tried before that great tribunal in the heavens above.
Before taking the deadly poison the young man made a will, leaving his earthly belongs, a sleigh, cat, dog, etc., to the different members of the family. In another note he stated the kind of flowers he preferred to be placed on his casket, who the pall bearers should be, the minister and they hymns he wanted sung. He wrote and mailed a letter to the girl, and the following note to his parents was found in his pocket:
“Meet my body in a coffin at Fall Creek. Take my body and burn it to ashes and throw the ashes away, so nobody can find them, for I am your hateful son, Edward. Tell my brother not to worry for me. This is the way I wanted to be. I have taken strychnine and pop.”
Besides his parents, the young man had several brothers and sisters. One brother, John, lives about eight miles north of Beach.
The remains were buried in the Beach cemetery Wednesday, his father being present at the interment.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, September 30th, 1910

Succumbs To Burns
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Last Friday afternoon between the hours of 4:00 and 5:00 o'clock in some unaccountable way, the cook car owned by P. A. Cook caught fire. In the car was Mrs. Cook getting ready for supper, and noticing the blaze, apparently rushed out. She must have forgotten some article she highly valued, for she immediately entered the car again. By this time the flames were spurting out in every direction, and when she re-appeared her clothes were on fire.
Assistance was given at once, but before her clothing could be removed or the fire extinguished, the body was horribly burned, and Saturday morning about 4:00 o'clock the soul departed in quest of its heavenly home. Deceased, whose maiden name was Miss Aggie McCullough, was born in the province of New Brunswick, Can., in the year 1862. Afterwards the family moved to the state of Wisconsin, where Miss McCullough met Mr. Cook and finally married, about twenty-one years ago.
Mr. Cook came to the Golden Valley last fall on a trip and was so taken up with the rich soil an even climate, that he decided to make this his future home. He returned to Beach again last spring and a few weeks later Mrs. Cook started for North Dakota from Oshkosh, Wis., where they had lived for some time. She arrived here along the first of July.
A husband and two sons are left to mourn the untimely death of the dearest and best friend they ever knew. Although practically strangers, the community joins with The Advance in extending to Mr. Cook and his two boys, our heartfelt sympathy.
The remains were taken to Oshkosh, Saturday, for interment.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 7th, 1910

As we go to press the sad news comes to our office of the death of Clinton Logan, who succumbed to an attach of infantile paralysis about 1:00 p.m. The Advance will give full particulars in its next issue.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 7th, 1910

Answers Call From The Great Father
- - - - - - After a prolonged attack of cholera infant, Mildred May, the infant and only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dunlap, was called to her heavenly home Wednesday evening at 9:00 o'clock.
The best of medical aid could do nothing to save the young life that seemed destined to leave this world of trouble so soon.
Deceased was born March 20, 1910, and was an exceptionally bright baby, making it doubly hard for the fond parents to see her taken from their arms.
Services were held Thursday afternoon at the house, after which the remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Beach cemetery.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 7th, 1910

The four-year-old boy of C. A. Johnson was burned to death in Minot last Friday while playing on an old mattress in the back yard, which he accidentally set on fire.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 7th, 1910

On Monday, Oct. 3, 1910

, was born to Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Walde, at their home south of the city, a baby boy. Mother and child doing nicely.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 7th, 1910

On Wednesday, Oct. 5, at the home A. C. Thompson, three miles west of Beach, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, a baby boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

We have just learned of the marriage of Joseph Enos of Carlyle, and Miss Anna Anderson of Edgehill, Mont., which took place at Miles City, September 27, Rev. Raymond of the Episcopal church speaking the words that made them one. After a short honeymoon they will be at home to friends at Mrs. Enos' claim near Edgehill. Both of these people enjoy a large acquaintance in this part of the country and are loved and respected by all. The Advance joins their host of friends in offering congratulations and best wishes for a life full of happiness and prosperity.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

James Anderson of Carlyle and Mrs. Pearl M. Montgomery were married last Monday, at Medora. They will be at home to friends at Carlyle. May happiness and prosperity attend them on their journey through life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

Ripley - Newman Nuptials
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R. E. Ripley Forever Separates Himself From the Order of Bachelors
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Last Saturday ye writer experienced a feeling of deep melancholy when he learned that R. E. Ripley, one of the popular and influential bachelors of our city, had joined hands with Miss Addie Newman of Big Timber, Montana, on Wednesday, at 12 o'clock noon, on the 5th day of October, 1910

. Not but that we are pleased to know that the genial “Rip” had found a helpmate to sweeten and gladden his future days, but it is because we must now so often find his chair vacant at our after dinner smokers that causes a sadness and lonesome feeling to creep within our masculine frames.
The young couple were married at the home of the bride's parents, the knot being tied by the Congregational minister. After the ceremony a sumptuous wedding dinner was served to the immediate members of the family. A honeymoon trip to Hunter's Hot Springs was enjoyed, coming to Beach the first of the week, which will be their home for the present.
Mr. Ripley is well and favorably known in Beach, having been connected with the banking and loan business in the valley for some time. The bride was a popular young society lady of Big Timber and will be heartily welcomed to our city. They have taken rooms over the First National Bank. The Advance joins with the many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ripley in wishing them a long life of happiness and prosperity.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

In its migration southward last Wednesday noon, the stork left a bright little baby girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Essene. The boarders and friends of the genial restaurateur are receiving cigars in exchange for congratulations. The mother and babe and both doing nicely.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

Lloyd Callender is busy this week passing out the cigars in honor of a baby boy born to the happy couple last Friday, October 7. As Lloyd says “have one on the boy,” we cannot help but notice the satisfied smile that seems to illuminate his face. Congratulations.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

An Exceptionally Sad Death
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Clinton George Logan Succumbed to an Attack of Infantile Paralysis Last Friday.
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The citizens of Beach were shocked last Friday noon when it was reported that Clinton George, a son of Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Logan, had succumbed to an attack of infantile paralysis at the home of his parents, in his twenty-first year.
For some time the young man had not been in the best of health, which he usually enjoyed, but as he did not complain his parents thought it was a slight irregularity of the system that would soon right itself. However, on the 29th day of September as he was fixing some goods into place on a top shelf in his father's store, he accidentally fell off the step ladder on which he was standing and, while being assisted to his feet, it was found he was practically helpless. He was at once taken to him home where every possible comfort was given. A doctor was summoned and diagnosed the disease infantile paralysis.
Everything ws done to restore his health, but God's will must be done and last Friday, October 7, about noon, he entered into that long sleep from which the eyes only open on the borders of paradise in the heavens above. Deceased was an exceptionally bright and energetic young man, and during the past three years had been closely connected with his father in business affairs. Honest in his dealings with the public, it is needles to say that his character was held in good repute by the citizens of Beach and his acquaintances throughout the Golden Valley. He came here from Winona, Minn., the place of his birth, three years ago.
Services were held Monday in the Congregational church, Rev. Good officiating. The remains were shipped to Winona, Minn., for burial in the family plot and were accompanied by the sorrow stricken parents and their two youngest children, Lavain and Pernie.
The family has the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their sudden bereavement.
John and Willie Logan of Winona, brothers of the deceased, were in attendance at the funeral here and returned east with the body.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 14th, 1910

H. C. Callender received a telegram this morning which announced the death of William, son of Mr. And Mrs. W. A. Potter, at Black River Falls, Wis. The young man was about twenty years of age and death resulted from blood poison. Mr. and Mrs. Potter only returned to Black River last week, after quite an extended visit in this city, and his death will be a severe blow to him. They many friends in the Golden Valley extend heartfelt sympathy in this hour of deep sorrow.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, October 28th, 1910

C. A. Nelson, a farmer six miles south of Beach, who was called upon to mourn the death of his wife about two months ago, wishes to thank the members of the local lodge of the Brotherhood of American, in which society deceased was insured, for their promptness in effecting a settlement. He received a draft for $2000 the first of the month.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 4th, 1910

The Late Ernest Buell
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Young Man Only Twenty-Three Years of Age Gave Up the Ghost Last Saturday
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At the home of his father, D. V. Buell, proprietor of the Buell ranch about twenty-five miles southeast of this city, Ernest Buell succumbed to a very dreaded malady he contracted about two weeks prior to his death.
Deceased was a young man of sterling qualities and was always held in the highest repute by a large circle of friends he had made during his short, but honest and upright life.
The remains were taken to Sentinel Butte for burial Sunday afternoon under the direction of E.O. Gault.
A short funeral service was held at the grave conducted by County Superintendent Kitchen before the remains were lowered to their last resting place. The Advance joins with a large number of acquaintances in extending sympathy to the bereaved family.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 4th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Cooper, Tuesday, November 1, 1910

, a bright little baby boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 11th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. Gustavason are the proud parents of a fine baby girl that arrived at their home last Saturday, November 5.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 11th, 1910

Called Home
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Jen H. Nichols Succumbs to the Ravages of Typhoid Fever After Short Illness
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The many friends of Jen H. Nichols were pained and shocked Wednesday afternoon to learn of his death, which took place at 11:15 that morning. Mr. Nichols was born in the town of Irving, Jackson county, Wisconsin, January 29, 1863, and was therefore forty-seven years of age at the time of death. He was married about seventeen years ago to Miss Mary Russell of Melrose, Wis., and up to the time of coming here, in September, 1907, lived in the town of Irving. On coming here he purchased the south half of section 23, four miles east of Beach, where he has since made his home. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon from the Congregational church, Rev. Willis Bennett of the Methodist church, preaching the sermon.
Since coming to the Golden Valley Mr. Nichols, by his sterling qualities and genial, good nature, has made many friends who sincerely mourn his untimely demise. He was an untiring worker and was fast accumulating a competency for himself and family. His reputation has been above reproach in whatever community he has lived, and Beach and vicinity lose a good citizen in his untimely taking away.
His wife and two girls survive him, and to them is extended the sincere sympathy of the community.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 11th, 1910

Beach Specially Favored
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The stork visited the following homes the past week: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holstead, Sat., Nove. 5, a girl; Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Thompson, Wed., Nov. 9, a boy; Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Bakke, Sunday, Nov. 6, a boy.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

Several friends surprised Geo. Sygulla at his shack Saturday evening, the occasion being his birthday. At the proper time refreshments were served, and among other things, a birthday cake was mysteriously produced, which George proudly declared his wife had prepared in his honor. Well, be that as it may, we hope before another such anniversary passes we will have no reason to doubt Mr. Sygulla's word when he makes such a statement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. George Sonsalla are the proud parents of a baby boy, born October 31.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

The sad intelligence reached our office Wednesday afternoon that Mrs. Jen Nickols is seriously ill with typhoid fever at her home three miles east of Beach. Last week Mr. Nickols succumbed to this same disease, having been sick but a short time.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

Last Saturday J. W. NcNiece was very busy passing around the cigars to his friends in honor of a young lady who had come to live with them; she weighed eight and a half pounds. All are getting along fine, especially John.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

In response to a telegram bearing the sad news of the death of her mother, Mrs. C. Moran, who passed peacefully away Thursday morning, Mrs. J. A. Bauman with her little boy, left for Bancroft, Neb., on No. 2 this noon, to be in attendance at the funeral.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 18th, 1910

Weller - Clocksin Nuptials
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A Very Prominent Young Lady of Carlyle Married Last Wednesday
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A very pretty wedding was solemnized last Wednesday at high noon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Clocksin, Carlyle, Mont., when their daughter Emma Zella, was united in the hold bonds of matrimony to Mr. William Weller, of Marquette, Wis., the Rev. Emerson officiating.
The bride moved to Carlyle from Wisconsin with her parents about two years ago and since then has made that her home. By her sweet and charming disposition she has made for herself many dear friends, who regret very much to see her leave Carlyle.
The groom is a young man of sterling character and about a month ago completed a three years' service in the navy. He enjoyed the around-the- world trip a little over a year ago.
After January 1, the happy young couple will be at home to their many friends in Fargo, N.D. where Mr. Weller has secured a good position. The Advance joins in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Weller a long, happy and prosperous married life.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 25th, 1910

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barnett a 12 ob. baby girl November 17th. All are doing nicely. Walter is all smiles now days.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 25th, 1910

Mrs. Bert Sprague started for …glye, Mich., Wednesday in response to a telegram which announced the serious illness of her mother. Shortly after she left another message was received stating that death had claimed her soul.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 25th, 1910

On awaking this morning Saturday, November 26, Mrs. Sidney Bean was shocked with grief to find that their only child, an infant boy three months and fourteen days old, was lying dead in her arms.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 25th, 1910

Local Drayman Met Horrible Death
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Buried Under a Load of Settler's Goods Young Man Lives Only Thirty Minutes - Head Pinned to Ground With A Stove - Settler Escapes Unhurt - - - - -
As we go to press word reaches our office of the death of Bert Brost, a young man who came to Beach last August from Cumberland, Wis., and entered the employ of E. B. Sutton as a drayman.
He was hauling a load of settler's good from this city to a farm south of Williams. They had almost reached their destination when just as they were going around a small hill the front wheel dropped into a chuck hole, throwing the furniture and driver to the ground. The settler immediately cleared away the furniture, but when he got to Brost he found that the stove had fallen on his head, badly crushing the skull. A doctor was immediately sent for, but long before he arrive life had been extinct. In an unconscious state, the young man lived about half and hour.
Miss Hazel Brost, a sister living at Clam Falls, Wis., was notified of his death, but as yet an answer has not been received. Deceased was only in his twenty-first year, and a boy, who, as far as we know always led an honorable life. Mr. Sutton says he was one of the best men he had.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, November 25th, 1910

Serious Fire Near Carlyle
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Home of Rev. Jos. W. Dudley Burns to the Ground - Grandchild a Victim of the Flames.
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Thursday morning the home of Rev. Jos. W. Dudley at Carlyle was burned to the ground with all its contents.
In the house at the time were the two small children of Mrs. Daisy Clark, daughter of Mr. Dudley. Mrs. Clark was in the yard when she first noticed the flames and, although she done everything a mother could to save her children, Dudley, the fourteen-months-old baby, perished in the flames. The other child was slightly burned, but not seriously.
Mr. Dudley suffered a heavy loss financially. Besides the house which was valued at $1200, he lost $2500 worth of grain, all his furniture, clothing, bedding, and a very extensive library.
The fire was of unknown origin, but it is thought that it was caused by an explosion in the stove. No insurance.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 2nd, 1910

Mr. Frank Montgomery died Thursday night in the Stein hospital at Dickinson of typhoid pneumonia. Deceased had been a resident of this city for the past two years, and leaves a wife and five children, all of whom are in Dickinson to attend the funeral services which will be held this afternoon. The family have the sympathy of the citizens of Beach in this, their hour or sorrow.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 2nd, 1910

Ulfers - Holstein
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A very pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Ulfers at 11:30 o'clock Wednesday morning, when their daughter, Miss Elizabeth, was bound in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr. Charles Holstein, the Rev. C. M. Good officiating.
The bride is a very popular and highly respected young lady, and looked quite charming in a gown of blue silk poplin covered with all-over lace. The groom is one of the progressive and successful young farmers of the Golden Valley, and has a beautiful farm home eight miles southwest of Beach, where the happy young couple will make their future home.
The Advance joins with many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Holstein in wishing that their joys may be as deep as the ocean and their troubles as light as the foam.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 2nd, 1910

Tragedy at Carlyle
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A correct account of the tragedy which happened at Carlyle on Tuesday, November 22, 1910

: About 12 o'clock Tuesday the home of Rev. J. W. Dudley burned to the ground and with it burned little Donald Clark, grandson of Rev. Dudley. The child's mother, Mrs. Daisy Clark, was sweeping the yard just in front of the door, when as agent drove up and began talking to her. Just then she heard a noise and heard the baby scream. She dropped her broom and turned to run into the house, when she was met by a volume of smoke and flame, which filled the house. By his crying she found Dudley, a two-year old child, and after carrying him out she started back after the baby, but was beaten back by flames. She then picked up an ax and ran to the front of the house, intending to break through the window into the room where the baby was, but found flames bursting out of all the windows. The agonized mother started into the flames, but the agent, who had returned, dragged her back. Cause of the fire will always remain a mystery. It is generally supposed that something in the coal caused a spontaneous explosion. Rev. Dudley has suffered a severe financial loss. Nothing whatever was recovered from the fire, the loss on household goods amounting to about $2,000, besides an extensive library and over 1,000 bushels of grain
A portion of the child's body was rescued from the flames and given a Christian burial. Funeral services were held Sunday at the home of W. A. Walters, north of Carlyle, Rev. Good of the Congregational church of Beach officiating. The body was laid at rest in the Beach cemetery. Donald Clark was born January 29, 1910, at the age of 9 months and 24 days. A blue eyed child with curly golden hair; an angels face could not have been sweeter or more pure. He was mentally developed far beyond an ordinary child and the merry smile with which he greeted everyone endeared him to the hearts of all. His life of purity and innocence has left an impression that time can never efface, just as his death leaves an acing void that can never be filled.
A tender ray of God's own sunshine, he drifter into the world, lighting up dark places and warming up hearts that were cold. No one but the mother can fully realize how much good the little life has done, but God needed the little sunbeam to shine around His heavenly throne and however much our hearts ache, we can only say, “Thy will be done.”
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 2nd, 1910

Succumbed to Spasms of the Heart
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Donald Leo, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Bean passed away Saturday, November 26 at the age of three months and fourteen days with spasms of the heart. Although he had been ill for a few weeks, it was surely a shock to all, especially the fond and loving parents.
Services were held at the St. John's Catholic Church, Monday, November 28, at 2 p.m. The remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Beach Catholic Cemetery.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 9th, 1910

Beach Man Killed
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Former Laborer Here Meets Death in Fargo Freight Yards
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August W. Pippert of this city was crushed to death under the wheels of a moving train in the freight yards of the N. P. railway in Fargo last Saturday night. The exact cause of the accident will probably not be known. The deceased was a young man, and was perhaps preparing to ride the brake beams out of town. His body was horribly crushed and mangled, and recognition was obtained only by means of a notebook which gave the victim's name and the address of his aunt, Mrs. Eline Nissen of this place. Mrs. Nissen was communicated with by the Fargo authorities and she at once wired the distressing news to the young man's parents in St Louis. The lady was unable herself to go to scene of the young man's death, and the matter of disposition of the remains was left for the parents to decide.
Mr. Pippert is not widely known here but is well remembered by a few persons and was known to have been about this city off and on for some time. He is said to have been a baker by trade, but had worked at different lines.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 9th, 1910

Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Herrick of Trotters are reported as the parents of a new boy Nov. 27.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Several from here attended the funeral of Mrs. Clarke's little son at Carlyle Sunday morning. The remains were buried in Beach in the afternoon. Mrs. Clarke has the deepest sympathy of the community in her sad bereavement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Runk - Keith Nuptials
On Saturday, Dec. 10 , at high noon, at the residence of the bride's parents about ten miles southeast of town, occurred the marriage of Miss Mabel Runk daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Runk, to Mr. Geo. Keith, a prosperous young farmer of that vicinity. Rev. W. B. Bennett of Beach officiated.
Immediately after the wedding, a bountiful dinner was served to the guests present. The following were among the friends who witnessed the happy ceremony:
Messrs. and Mesdames E. M. Runk, John Runk, Earl Runk, Chas. Weed, and Messrs. John Kirkpatrick, Henry Kirkpatrick, Andrew Rausott, Chas, Clark, John Wagoner, Frank Brown, and Mrs. Sarah Weed, and Miss Annie Kirkpatrick. Note: from The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

“The Advance made a typographical error in announcing the Runk-Keith wedding last week. The bride is the daughter of F. M. Runk, instead of E. M. Runk, as stated. Editor, stand corrected.”
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Mrs. J. F. Carlock of Carlyle passed away at her home on Thursday morning, and burial is to made at Carlock, Ill., the remains being shipped to that point this evening. The deceased is the mother of Mesdames E. E. Salzman and W. B. Artis.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Work is received here of the death of Mrs. Julia Bennett of Yule, on Wednesday, of paralysis. The lady was a respected resident of the community. Mr. Bennett survives her, and will have universal sympathy in his bereavement.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Mr. L. G. Smith reports the arrival of an infant daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Buldhaupt three miles west of town, on the 11th inst. A later report brings news of the child's death.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

An eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Abbott of trotters died a few days ago, of uremia.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 16th, 1910

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Zabel on Thrusday morning, a son.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Mrs. Isaac Corliss Dead Mrs. Isaac Corliss, who with her husband was a resident of Rocky Butte neighborhood, died at the family home late last week after a prolonged illness of tuberculosis and other complications. The young woman had resided in this section since 1906, having come here at that time with Mr. Corliss, to whom she was married nine years ago. She was born at Ripon, Wis., and was about twenty-nine years old at the time of her death. Besides Mr. Corliss, the mother and a brother of the deceased are the only surviving relatives near of kin.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. M. Good on Sunday afternoon.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Dougherty - Quackenbush
On Friday evening, the 16th inst., Justice Heath presided at the wedding of Miss Anna Doughtery and Mr. Quackenbush, both of this city. The young people will make their home on the Rev. Douglas farm five miles east of tow, which Mr. Quackenbush has leased and will operate for the coming summer.
The marriage took place at the State Line Hotel.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Obituary - Carlock Julia A. Carlock was born in Ohio in 1842; died December 15, 1910, at her home, Carlyle, Mont. Moved with her parents to Illinois in 1864; married John F. Carlock in 1868. To this union were born seven children, four daughters and three sons. One son died twenty-two years ago; four of the children are living here, and two daughters in Illinois. Deceased has two sisters and one brother living. She united with the Christian church forty years ago, and has lived a faithful Christian life, a loving wife, a kind and devoted mother being loved by all who knew her. Short funeral services were held at the home near Carlyle, conducted by Rev. Mr. Landis. Miss Munga sang “Jesus, Lover of My Soul,: and “Lead, Kindly Light.” Mr. Carlock and all the children of the deceased left for Carlock, Ill., where the body was laid to rest, funeral services being held in the Christian church at that point. The family desires to thank all who so kindly assisted in caring for Mrs. Carlock during her sickness and death.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Local Man to Wed During Holidays
John M. Baer, secretary of the Golden Valley Commercial Club, left for Minneapolis on Wednesday, where, according to announcement, he will be married on the 28th inst. to Miss Estelle Kennedy of 507 Tenth Street South, of that city. Miss Kennedy is a well known and popular young lady who has spent two summers in this vicinity and has a host of local friends who will be glad to welcome her here as a permanent resident. She is the daughter of Mrs. J. R. Smith, also well known in this city, where Mr. Smith has prominent business and farming interests.
Mr. Baer is one of the prominent and rising young business men of this section, and will be permanently located in Beach, where in addition to his duties with the commercial club he is secretary of a line of land companies operating throughout this and adjoining territory. It is the expectation that he and his bride will arrive in Beach soon after January first, where at some time a little later they will be at home to their numerous friends and acquaintances.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

A few of the young people spent Friday evening at the home of S. J. Wells, it being Miss Gladys Wells' fourteenth birthday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Thomas Kelsey and wife are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl at their place. They have four boys, the oldest is married and the youngest boy is 13 years. Mother and child are both fine, and last report we had from there it was thought that Thomas would survive.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

A fine baby girl ws born to Mr. and Mrs. Otto Petersilie last Saturday, December 17. Otto says it only weighed five pounds but congratulated himself on the fact that precious things sometimes came in small bundles.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Hubble - Johnston At the home of the bride's parents, Miss Elsie Ethel Hubble and Mr. Edgar O. Johnston were united in marriage, Dec, 20th 1910

. Promptly at 5:15 p.m., the relatives and a few intimate friends of the bride and groom assembled themselves in the parlor where Miss Jessie McKibbin played the wedding march while the bridal party marched into the parlor, where Rev. W. G. Bennett of the M. E. church solemnized the happy event. The relatives and friends then extended congratulations and best wishes, with the recipients of many valuable present as tokens of good fellowship and future remembrance. Then came the sumptuous wedding dinner, to which all did ample justice, while by the way of entertainment, a few selections on the piano were rendered by Miss McKibbin.
The groom wore the conventional black, while the bride was prettily gowned in gray silk trimmed with white.
They left on the evening train for an extended trip to parts in Wisconsin, South Dakota and Nebraska where they will visit friends and relatives.
Edgar, by his industry, has gained possession of 300 acres of our valuable Golden Valley land, on which he has recently erected good buildings, including a large two-story house. The bride is one of our most highly esteemed young ladies, and a host of friends join with The Advance in wishing them a long and happy life, a life that shall be but a long, sweet song.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Coal Gas Kills Montana Man
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Waysiech Popiel, a Prosperous Resident Across Montana Line, is Asphyxiated
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Dr. Museus was called out southwest of town on Wednesday to the home of Waysiech Popiel, a prominent farmer just over the Montana line, who had been asphyxiated by coal gas while trying to excavate coal from an abandoned well on his premises. Death had occurred long before the physician's arrival, the unfortunate man having been in the well for about two and one-half hours before his body could be rescued.
Mr. Popiel who has been generally known as Albert, was a brother of John Popiel of the same neighborhood, the two having been natives of Austria, where they have a mother and brothers and sisters still living. The deceased was about twenty-eight years old, and though still single he had acquired considerable property, including a half-section of land, which will fall to his relatives.
At the time of descending into the well, he was apparently overcome at once with the gas fumes, as he called for help and was heard by the hired man. The well was dark at the bottom, and as no light would burn it, all help was exceedingly difficult. Being unable to do anything without assistance, the man went to John Popiel's a distance of about two miles. The body was secured only after much difficulty, and when secured, the signs of death were unmistakable.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 23rd, 1910

Aged Pioneer Passed Beyond
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Michael Knott, Old-Time Resident of Billings County, Is Dead, After Painful Illness.
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Death came, on Monday, to bring relief to an aged suffered who has been confined for some time past with painful ailments from which there was no hope of cure. The sufferer was Mr. Michael Knott, an old-time resident of this section, who was brought into town from his farm home about two weeks ago for such treatment and care as could be give him.
Mr. Knott was seventy-three years old at the time of his death, which occurred on December 19th. Funeral services were held from the undertaking rooms of Overstad & Hoverson on the 21st inst., Rev. C. M. Good officiating.
The deceased was a native of Germany, from whence he removed to American about twenty-five years ago after having served with credit in the Franco-Prussian war in behalf of his native land. He came west to this section at an early date, and being a meat cutter by trade he found employment at Medora as head cutter in the great packing plant of the Marquis de Mores, during the wild western days of that prominent Frenchman and our only living ex-president.
The old man is said to have been a good deal of a recluse in his later years and had few intimate acquaintances. Those who knew him but casually believed him to be of an irascible disposition; but it is generally believed that his peculiarities would have been less noticeable under more favorable conditions for acquaintance. His sufferings during his last illness attracted to him the profound sympathy of those who knew of his condition and understood the hopelessness of his ailment.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

A little daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Geyer last Saturday.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

Word was received here that a little son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Offley at Minneapolis.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

The Advance made a typographical error in announcing the Runk-Keith wedding last week. The bride is the daughter of F. M. Runk, instead of E. M. Runk, as stated. Editor, stand corrected.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

John Kalkmann of this section has bone to Clear Lake, Minn., to attend the funeral of his wife, who died very unexpectedly of heart failure on the 13th.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

Dies in Well
Beach - While attempting to mine coal from an old well on section 4-12- 50, southwest of Beach, Albert Popil lost his life, being overcome with gas. The well was about fifty feet deep and a soon as he went down he was overcome.
He cried for help, but was not able to assist himself enough to be drawn out by his hired man, who was at the top of the well. It was about two hours before he could be taken out, and with much difficulty.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

These Also Wed
Miss Annie Stone of Sentinel Butte and Harry B. Young of Mikkelson were happily married at the apartments of Rev. Charles Martin Good on Saturday, Dec. 24, at about four o'clock in the afternoon. The young couple returned home a short time afterwards, prepared to spend an enjoyable Christmas day in preparation for duties and pleasures of wedded life. They will be accompanied by the best wishes of all their friends.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

Kennedy - Baer
According to previous announcement in the Minneapolis papers, there occurred in that city on Wednesday, the 28th inst., the wedding of Miss Estelle Kennedy to Mr. John M. Baer of Beach. The particulars of the wedding are not at hand at time of going to press. Miss Kennedy is the popular and accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Smith, who have large farming interests here. The young people will be at home to friends here sometime in February.
The Minneapolis Journal of an early date this week gives an account of a delightful entertainment given by Miss Helen Coonan in honor of Miss Kennedy, just prior to the wedding.
The young couple will spend a short time visiting friends in various localities before returning home to Beach.
The Beach Advance, Beach, Billings Co, North Dakota, December 30th, 1910

Dentist Wins Lovely Bride
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Miss Daisy R. Hom Weds Dr. Glenn M. Foster of This City on Christmas Day
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Christmas gifts came in good packages to Dr. Glenn M. Foster of Beach on this season's festal holiday. December 25th dates the doctor's marriage to Miss Daisy R. Hom also of this city, where for some time past she has been a most successful professional nurse and has won for herself, besides the doctor, a wide circle of admirers and friends.
Dr. and Mrs. Foster arranged for themselves a very quiet but pretty wedding at the home of Dr. and Mrs. A. B. Macnab, on Sunday afternoon. They were attended by R. H. Thomas and Miss Belle Herrick, who acted as best man and bridesmaid, respectively. Rev. Charles M. Good read the impressive ceremony that made them man and wife. Following the marriage, Mrs. Macnab provided a dainty wedding supper, of which all present partook with relish.
The doctor and his bride left on the evening's train for a short visit at Glendive, following which they returned home and will in due time be pleased to welcome their many friends. It is understood that the doctor's present office suite will be converted into residence apartments after the removal of his office into the new P. O. building, which will be ready for his occupancy within a short time.
The Advance joins in the universal congratulations which are being sincerely bestowed upon the genial doctor and his estimable and accomplished wife.
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