SWITZER, Nellie, Springs Valley Herald (July 3, 1941) Death Notice
Miss Nellie Switzer, 62, died at the home of her brother, Joe Switzer near Prospect Thursday night from acute indigestion. Miss Switzer, accompanied by two sisters, came here a few days ago from Florida for a visit.
Schmutzler accompanied the body to Crawfordsville, Ind. Sunday where funeral services and burial were held.
She is survived by three sisters and two brothers. Submitted by Tom Agan.

LEFFLER, Ada, Springs Valley Herald (July 3, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Ada Leffler, 60, wife of Elmer Leffler, passed away at her home on Indiana Avenue around 2:30 Wednesday morning from a heart ailment. She had been in failing health for some time and had suffer a heart attack on Sunday night.
She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lytle and was born in Missouri.
Funeral services will be held at the Ritter Funeral Chapel Thursday afternoon with interment in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery.
Besides the husband, she leaves a son, Leo. daughter-in-law, one grandson, Martie, three sisters, Cora, of Indianapolis, Della, of Jasper and Dessie, of Arizona; four brothers, William, Harry, John and Roy "Pete" Lytle.

Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Obituary
Ada Leffler, daughter of Frank Lytle and his wife, Sarah Gatten Lytle, was born October 15, 1880 in Orange County, Indiana. She attended the public schools and grew to womanhood in the community of her birth.
On may 17, 1902 she was united in marriage to Elmer Leffler. They moved to French Lick immediately after the marriage and settled in the home where she has resided with her family almost forty years.
One son, Leo, was born in this union. Her life was lived in and for her home and family.
She departed this life Tuesday, July 2, at the age of 60 years, 8 months and 17 days.
She is survived by her husband, son, daughter-in-law, a little grandson, Martie Lew. She was a good, kind neighbor, a faithful wife and mother and to know her was to love her.

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We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to our neighbors and friends for their tokens of sympathy and assistance during the death of our beloved wife and mother. Elmer Leffler, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Leffler and Son. Submitted byTom Agan.

CHASTAIN, Earl, Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Death Notice
Earl E. Chastain, 40, was found dead in his room in the Denbo property on Pluto Street Thursday morning.
The body was discovered by Theo. Riley, who lived in the same building. It was reported that death occurred sometime Tuesday night from alcoholic heart trouble. The body was found slumped in a sitting position on the floor. He had not been seen since Tuesday.
Short funeral services were held at the grave at Ames Chapel by Rev. Wm. Hancock Thursday afternoon. W. V. Ritter & Son had charge of the arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEONARD, John, Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Death Notice
John Leonard, 47, died at the Veterans Hospital from an abscess on the lung. He suffered a stroke about four months ago and has been a patient in the hospital since that time.
He resided in Orleans, Ind. before coming to French Lick after the death of his wife two years ago.
Mr. Leonard served in the U. S. Army for five years during which he traveled extensively over the world. He re-enlisted during the World War and served in France. He was a member of the Orleans and French Lick American Legion Post.
He is survived by one son, Frankie, four brothers, Homer and Noble of Birdseye, Raymond of Diablo, California, and Ben of Indianapolis; a half sister, Mrs. Charles Gilliatt of French Lick and a half brother, James Leonard of French Lick.
Mr. and Mrs. Noble Leonard, Mr. Homer Leonard and son, Max, of Birdeye and Mrs. Charles Gilliatt were called to Indianapolis yesterday. The body will be taken to Birdseye where funeral services and burial will be held at the Christian Church Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. Submitted byTom Agan.

BELTON, William, Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Death Notice
William S. Belton, 55, (colored) died at his home here Sunday from acute indigestion.
Mr. Belton has been a room service waiter at the French Lick Springs Hotel for many years.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at the A.M.E. Church with burial in the K. of P. cemetery at Mt. Lebanon. W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Mrs. Belton died suddenly eight weeks ago. Submitted by Tom Agan.

TAYLOR, Hester Ann, Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Hester Ann Taylor, 87, passed away Friday at her home near Mt. Lebanon from Cadis Renal.
Mrs. Taylor had been in failing health for a long time and seriously ill for several weeks before death occurred.
Funeral services were held in Ritter's Funeral Chapel Monday afternoon with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (July 17, 1941) Obituary
Hester Ann Taylor, daughter of Henry and Nancy Ann Wininger, was born June 6, 1854 and departed this life July 4, 1941 at the age of 87 years and 28 days.
She was united in marriage to James Marion Taylor December 10, 1877. To this union were born five children. The husband and one daughter, Pearl, preceded her in death.
She was a kind and loving mother and was always ready and willing to help her neighbors and friends in sickness and death as long as she was able. In her last illness she told her children she was ready and willing to go and told them she wanted to meet them in Heaven.
She leaves to mourn her passing the four remaining children, Mrs. Florence King. Mrs. Laura Henson, Ross Taylor and Harvey Taylor of French Lick, one granddaughter, Olive Weaver Idiaque of Zuni, New Mexico, a grandson, Kenneth Taylor of South Bend, Ind. a twin sister, Mrs. Julia Ann Charnes and a host of relatives and kind friends.

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We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to our neighbors and friends for their sympathy and assistance during the illness and death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Hester Ann Taylor. The Children and Grandchildren. Submitted byTom Agan.

ANDREWS, William O., Springs Valley Herald (July 10, 1941) Death Notice
William O. Andrew,, 40, died around midnight Friday from a concussion at the base of the skull received when he was run over by a car. Death was pronounced accidental by Justice of the Peace Henson, acting coroner.
Mr. Andrew was returning home from the 4th of July celebration at West Baden at the time of the accident. A car driven by a Mr. Wilson of near Abydel passed him as he was lying on the side of the road near his home of the old road from West Baden to Abydel. Before help could be obtained a car driven by Homer Elliott ran over Andrew. Elliott was accompanied by Billy Andrew, son of the victim, and Bud Cope.
The victim was lying just over a hill in the road and Elliott was absolved from all blame of the accident as he could not have seem Mr. Andrew in time to avoid running over him.
He was rushed to Dr. Boyd's office in West Baden, but died before medical aid could be given.
Rev. James Austin conducted the funeral services at the West Baden Methodist Church Sunday with burial in the Emmons Ridge cemetery. The funeral arrangements were under the direction of Schmutzler.
He leaves his wife, six children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Andrew, four sisters and two brothers. Submitted by Tom Agan.

GOODMAN, George, Springs Valley Herald (July 24, 1941) Death Notice
George Goodman died Tuesday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Paul Wells, in the Fairground addition, following an illness of several weeks.
He was 77 years of age and was born in Dubois County where he had spent his life until eight years ago at which time his wife died, and he came to Paoli to make his home.
Surviving relatives include two sons, Oscar Goodman and Ted Goodman of Dubois; and six daughters, Mrs. Lillie Wilson and Mrs. Paul Wells, Paoli; Mrs. Manda Hagen and Mrs. Pearl Cooper, Dubois, Mrs. Lottie Chastain, Crystal, and Mrs. Nora Davidson, South Bend.
Funeral services will be conducted at Crystal Thursday afternoon and burial made in the Dubois cemetery. Submitted by Tom Agan.

NELSON, Rillie, Springs Valley Herald (July 31, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Rillie Nelson, 77, widow of I. V. Nelson, died at her nome near Sulphur Creek Monday night after a long illness following a stroke.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the home with burial in the Sulphur Creek cemetery with Schmutzler as funeral director.
She leaves five children, Mrs. John Hamilton, Mrs. James Tussey, Floyd Holland, Mrs. Bertha Mell and George Holland. Mr. Nelson died two months ago. Submitted byTom Agan.

THACKER. Alfa, Springs Valley Herald (July 31, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Alfa Thacker, 71, wife of Mr. Benjamin Thacker of West Baden passed away Saturday while visiting her daughter at Wakegan Lake, Ill. from a cerebral hemorrhage.
The body was accompanied to French Lick where it lay in state at W. V. Ritter & Son until Tuesday afternoon when Rev. James Austin conducted the funeral services with burial at Velpen, Ind. in Pike County. Submitted byTom Agan.

LINDSEY. Millard F., Springs Valley Herald (July 31, 1941) Death Notice
Mr. Millard F. Lindsey, 70, died Friday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Bledsoe near Elon, after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at Cane Creek Sunday afternoon by Rev. Ed Apple with burial in the church cemetery. Schmutzler was in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Besides the daughter mentioned above he leaves two sons, Zelbert and Monroe Lindsey. Submitted by Tom Agan.

NOBLE, Nora Olive, Springs Valley Herald (July 31, 1941) Obituary
Nora Olive Noble, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Noble Jones, was born February 17, 1911, died July 21, 1941 at the age of 30 years, 5 months and 4 days.
She was married to Gilbert Noble Oct. 12, 1929. To this union were born 5 children. Robert Dewayne, age 9, Olive May, 6, Carlene and Katherine, 2, and one infant which died at birth.
In the year 1932 at French Lick Pentecost Church she repented, was baptized in Jesus' name and received the Precious Holy Ghost and spoke in other tongues as the spirit gave utterance like they did on the day of Pentecost according to Acts 2-4. Nora lived a true and devoted Christian to her faith till death. She told her friends and neighbors they must receive this Holy Ghost and speak in other tongues as the Bible says for it's the only way to meet Jesus when He comes for His own. And all who knew her learned to love her because of her kind and loving spirit that she always had.
Nora always had a smile and a kind word for all and was a kind mother to her children and a loving wife to Gilbert, and best of all, Heaven was her goal.
She leaves to mourn her departure the husband, four children, her father, mother, three brothers, Oscar, Rosco and Clarence Jones of French Lick. five uncles, four aunts, one grandmother and a host of other relatives and friends.

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We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to Rev. Howard and Rev. Johnson for their consoling words and to our neighbors and many friends for their sympathy and assistance during the illness and death of our dear wife and mother. Also W. V. Ritter & Son, undertaker. Gilbert Noble and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

ERVIN, Lottie, Springs Valley Herald (August 7, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Lottie Ervin, 59, widow of John Ervin of the Mt. Lebanon vicinity died suddenly Sunday night from a heart attack.
Mrs. Ervin had enjoyed having company on Sunday and had complained of feeling bad, going to the doctor Sunday night where she died when starting home.
Funeral services were held at the United Brethren Church Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. Burial was made in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery with Schmutzler as funeral director.
She is survived by four daughters and six sons and several grandchildren.

Springs Valley Herald (August 14, 1941) Obituary
Lottie Cassidy Ervin, daughter of Isaiah and Sarah Cassidy, was born near Red Quarry and departed this life at the age of 59 years, 5 months and 18 days at her home in Mt. Lebanon vicinity.
On April 15, 1898 she was united in marriage to John Ervin. To this union were born twelve children. The husband, two sons, Everett and Cleo and two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death.
She spent her entire life in French Lick. Aunt Lottie, as she was often called by everyone, was always cheerful and kind, ready to help anyone in sickness or death.
She always looked forward to see the children and grandchildren to come home. She was a mother to her grandchildren and the neighbor's children. The would always ask mother for advice.
In 1929 she was united with the U. B. Church in French Lick under Rev. Eskridge. She was always ready to attend church and Sunday School when possible. She would walk three and four miles to attend services. She has been a member of the church although she drifted away from her Savior a few times, but always tried her best to serve Him.
Although mother never suffered much, it was a great shock to us all. She was always patient with the boys at home. she took special interest in Muriel, who has been in the Sanitarium for two years.
She leaves to mourn her departure the children: Mrs. George Ervin, Mrs. Lizzie McLane, Mrs. Inez Brown, Mrs. Dora Howard, all of French Lick, Mrs. Myrtle Pedersen of Chicago and the boys at home, Earl, Clarence, Muriel, Vern and Clair. She leaves 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren and eight step-grandchildren; also four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Wininger, Mrs. Brace Bennett of French Lick, Mrs. Sarah Haecker of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret Otto of Ashland, Ohio; and one brother, Rolla Cassidy of Dayton, Ohio besides several other relatives and friends to mourn her departure.

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We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy during the brief illness and death of our Mother, Mrs. Lottie Ervin. We wish to thank Rev. Ivy for his consoling message and the singers, those who furnished cars and for the beautiful floral tributes, the pall bearers and any who helped in any way; and Mr. Schmutzler for his efficient service. The Children and Relatives. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEWIS, Nancy, Springs Valley Herald (August 7, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Nancy Lewis, 87, widow of Richard Lewis, passed away at the home of her son, Thomas Lewis, near South Liberty Tuesday night at 12:30 after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at the French Lick Baptist Church Thursday afternoon. Elder Wm. Hancock delivered the funeral rites.Interment was made in the Wininger cemetery in Dubois County with Schmutzler in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Lewis was a member of the Baptist Church for 45 years.
She leaves four sons, Richard F., John W., Thomas A. and George W. One daughter, Eliza Jane Sanders, preceded her in death.

Springs Valley Herald (August 14, 1941) Obituary
Nancy P. Lewis, daughter of James and Rachel McCarthy, was born in Lexington, Ky. August 27, 1853 and departed from this life August 6, 1941 at the age of 87 years, 11 months and 10 days.
She was united in marriage to George W. Lewis in the year of 1869. To this union were born six children, namely: John W., Thomas A. James, Eliza J. Saluers, Richard F. and George W. The husband and two children, james and Eliza preceded her in death.
She was united with the Primitive Baptist Church at French Lick in early age and remained a faithful member until God called her home.
she leaves to mourn her departure four boys, 21 grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren and relatives and friends. Submitted byTom Agan.

SCANLAND, George, Springs Valley Herald (August 7, 1941) Death Notice
George Scanland, 83, died at Indianapolis Sunday morning after a long illness.
The body was accompanied to the Schmutzler Funeral Parlor Tuesday morning where the services were held in the afternoon by Rev. O. E. Parrett. Burial was made in the Ames Chapel cemetery.
Mr. Scanland resided in French Lick most of his life and built the Scanland Hotel here which he operated for a number of years. He spent the past few years at the home of his daughter in Indianapolis. He was a member of the I. O. O. F, Lodge.
He leave four daughters, Mrs. Anna Roland, Mrs. Grace Charles of Indianapolis, Mrs. Myrtle Roach of this city and Mrs. Susan Bryson of Miami, Florida. Submitted byTom Agan.

EMMONS, Lilly, Springs Valley Herald (August 7, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Lilly Emmons, 73, widow of the late George C. Emmons, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Olive Leykouff near Shoals, Ind. Monday morning after several months illness.
She leaves to mourn her passing eight children, two sisters, Mrs. Mattie Whittinghill of Birdseye, Route 1 and Mrs. John A, Lynch, Shoals Star Route, one brother, William Freeman, of Indianapolis, several grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at Washington Wednesday with burial in the cemetery there. Submitted by Tom Agan.

LAMBDIN, Jonathan E., Springs Valley Herald (August 14, 1941) Death Notice
Jot Lambdin passed away early Saturday morning near Paoli after several year's illness.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Beech Grove.
He is survived by three brothers, Lee of Paoli, Joe of Paoli R.F.D. 3 and Rufus of Dalton City, Ill. He was preceded in death by an infant son. Submitted byTom Agan.

ARCHER, Mary Ellen, Springs Valley Herald (August 14, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary Ellen Archer, 63, wife of Thomas Archer passed away at her home near West Baden Monday from an illness following a stroke.
Funeral services were held at Ames Chapel Thursday afternoon with interment in the church cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the arrangements.
She leaves a husband and none children, Stella, Cathcart, Geneva Good and Lois Ritter of Indianapolis, Naomi Voelker of Bloomington, Albert Archer of St. Joe, Ill., Nora Dove, Grace Dove and Marble Archer of French Lick and Ruth Southern of Orleans.

Springs Valley Herald (August 21, 1941) Obituary
Mary Ellen Stout Archer, daughter of A. J. and America Jane Stout was born in Martin County, Indiana January 29, 1878 and died at her home near Roland, Ind. August 11, 1941, aged 63 years, 6 months and 13 days.
On May 23, 1897 she was united in marriage to Thomas C. Archer. To this union were born ten children, 2 sons and eight daughters. One son died in infancy.
She leaves to mourn her departure the husband and remaining children, Albert Archer of St. Joseph, Ill., Mrs. Stella Cathcart, Mrs. Lois Ritter, Mrs. Geneva Good of Indianapolis, Mrs. Naomi Voelker of Bloomington, Ind., Miss Mabel Archer of Madison, Ind., Mrs. Ruth Southern of Orleans, Ind., Mrs. Grace Dove of French Lick and Mrs. Nora Dove at home. She also leaves two brother and five sisters, Edward Stout of Orleans, Albert Stout and Mrs. Sarah Thomson of Mitchell, Mrs. Amanda Hendrix of South Bend, Rosa Ford of Lawrenceville, Ill. and Mrs. Minnie Kearby of French Lick, 18 grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.
About 18 years ago she was converted and buried with her Lord in Christian baptism, arising to walk in that reunion of life and ever strove daily to live near her Lord and Master. She was a loving wife and mother, always anxious about the welfare of her loved ones and her friends and neighbors, giving a helping hand wherever she could. She will be missed in the community where she live, for to know her was to love her.

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We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our wife and mother, Mrs. Mary Ellen Archer. We wish to thank the Rev. Robert Hawkins for his consoling message and the singers, those who furnished cars and for the beautiful floral tributes; the pall bearers and anyone who helped in any way; and Mr. Ritter for his efficient service. Thomas Archer and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

GILLIATT, John L., Springs Valley Herald (August 21, 1941) Death Notice
John L. Gilliatt, 71, died Friday night at his home near Taswell after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at Fairview Sunday with burial in the church cemetery, Schmutzler was in charge of the funeral arrangements.
He is a brother to Lon Gilliatt near South Liberty. Submitted by Tom Agan.

HAMMOND, Golda, Springs Valley Herald (August 21, 1941) Death Notice
Golda F. Hammond, 46, World War veteran, was found dead in the woods near his home at Ethel, Ind. Saturday morning from gunshot wounds in the stomach.
A search party was formed when he failed to return from a hunting trip Friday. The body was found lying in the woods with his gun nearby in the woods and his death was pronounced accidental.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Maude Hammond and four children, all residing at home, two sisters, Mrs. Robert Speer, Paoli, and one residing at Richmond and a brother, Ben Hammond of Indianapolis.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the home, conducted by the Rev. Nyman Waynick and burial made in Cuzzart cemetery. Submitted byTom Agan.

GRIGSBY, Charles, Springs Valley Herald (August 28, 1941) Death Notice
Charles Grigsby, 28, son of James Grigsby of Orangeville, was injured fatally and four other young men were injured in an automobile near Paoli Tuesday morning.
Caswell Roach, 29, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Roach, of near Orangeville, is in a critical condition at the Clark Hospital at Paoli. He sustained head and body injuries and broken legs. He was a former resident of French Lick.
George Cook, 24, of Paoli, is also in the Paoli Hospital suffering from head and neck injuries of a serious nature. Clarence Moore, 16, and his brother, Raymond, both of near Orangeville, were released from the hospital after first aid treatment for minor injuries.
The young men were employed at the McCabe and Dixon quarry west of Paoli. A rainstorm had stopped work at the quarry and the youths were on their way to Paoli to buy hunting licenses when the accident occurred.
According to reports given to the State Police by Roach, driver of the car, he attempted to pass a car on U. S. 150 near the Newberry Church just west of Paoli. Roach stated that he changed his mind about passing the other car and when he applied the brakes the car skidded sideways on the wet pavement into a bridge abutment. Grigsby, who was riding in the front seat of the car, which belonged to the Moore family, was instantly killed.
The car was completely demolished and Roach, pinned in the vehicle, could not be removed until a torch was obtained to cut away the wreckage covering his legs. Submitted byTom Agan.

CAVE, Louisa Ruth, Springs Valley Herald (September 4, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Willard Cave, 81, passed away Wednesday, August 27th at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Sol Simmons in Indianapolis following a long illness.
Mrs. Cave came from Crystal to French Lick with her husband a few years ago. After the death of Mr. Cave she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Simmons. She was a member of the French Lick Methodist Church.
funeral services were held at a Funeral home in Indianapolis at 8:00 o'clock followed with another service at Crystal at 1:00 o'clock by Rev. O. E. Parrett. Interment was made in the nearby cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son accompanied the body here from Indianapolis.
Besides the daughter, she leaves Willie Painter, whom she raised.

Springs Valley Herald (September 4, 1941) Obituary
Louisa Ruth Cave, daughter of Noah and Nancy Cox, was born in Scotland, Ind. in 1859. She was united in marriage to Ashabel W. Cave in 1879.
To this union one daughter was born, Mrs. Emma D. Simons.
While living at Crystal, she was affiliated with the Baptist Church. On moving to French Lick she moved her membership to the M. E. Church.
She was devoted to her home and family and was loved by all who knew her. She had the happy privilege of enjoying good health most of her life. IN the last few years she began to feel her feebleness and expressed her willingness to go.
Her father, mother, sisters, brothers and husband preceded her in death. She departed this life August 27th, at the age of 81 years, 8 months and 20 days.
She leaves to mourn their loss one daughter and William painter, whom she raised and loved as a son, besides many relatives and friends.

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We wish to extend our sincere thanks to our relatives, neighbors and friends for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our dear mother. Also fir the many beautiful floral offerings. We especially wish to thank Rev. Parrett, Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Ritter, the singers and pall bearers. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Painter. Submitted byTom Agan.

SORRELS, George W., Springs Valley Herald (September 18, 1941) Death Notice
George W. Sorrells, 72, passed away Saturday, September 13th. at his home near West Baden following a long illness.
Funeral services were held at Bethel Monday with interment in the church cemetery with W. V. Ritter & son in charge of the arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

TOLIVER, Andrew, Springs Valley Herald (September 18, 1941) Death Notice
Andrew Toliver, 75, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Sadie Hopper at Greenwood, Ind. Wednesday, September 10th.
Funeral services were held at Ames Chapel Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Lorraine Ragsdale and Mr. Otto Brooks of Orleans sang. Mr. Ochs, also of Orleans, was in charge of the funeral arrangements.Mr. Toliver was the father of Clarence Toliver, formerly of French Lick, but now in California. He also leaves two other sons, Frank of California and John of Bedford, two daughters, Mrs. Fannie Moore of Orangeville and Mrs. Hopper. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEONARD, William, Springs Valley Herald (September 25, 1941) Death Notice
Addison (Bill) Leonard, 29, was fatally injured in a motorcycle accident near Waverly, Ind. at 8:30 Saturday evening, He was a form French Lick resident, but was living at Bloomington at the time of his death.
Leonard was on his way to Indianapolis with several members of the Blue Jay Motorcycle Club. After stopping to put on a sweater, he was hurrying to catch his friends when the accident occurred. The cycle left the road on a curve and crashed into a fence post. He suffered a broken neck and chest injuries.
He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Lou Leonard, with whom he made his home at Bloomington, four brothers, Andrew of Paoli, Therman and Harvey, Bloomington, and Charles of Anderson, two sisters, Mrs. Wilbur Morgan and Mrs. Pauline Grider of Bloomington, and a seven year old daughter, Patty Jo.
Funeral services were held at Moores Ridge Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock by Rev. Wm. Hancock. The body was escorted from Bloomington by twelve motorcyclist, members of his club. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEONARD, Emma, Springs Valley Herald (September 25, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Emma Leonard, 66, widow of Charles Leonard passed away Thursday at the home of her son, Louie Leonard near Orangeville after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church at Orangeville Saturday with burial in the Bethel cemetery with W. V. Ritter & Son as funeral directors.
Mrs. Leonard is a sister to Mrs. Mag Bledsoe of this city and Mrs. Tom Lewis of near South Liberty. Submitted by Tom Agan.

FLETON, George, Springs Valley Herald (September 25, 1941) Death Notice
George Felton, 59, of Hillham, died in the Daviess County Hospital in Washington, Ind. last night following a stroke.
Funeral services will be held at Hillham Friday with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son are in charge of arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

TAYLOR, John Southern, Springs Valley Herald (September 25, 1941) Death Notice
John Southern Taylor, 46, passed away at his home here early Saturday morning following a long illness.
In May 1917 he enlisted for service in the World War at Akron, Ohio, where he was employed in a steel mill. From there he was sent to Atlanta, Ga. and on to New Jersey. At the end of the war he received an honorable discharge, January 1919. While overseas he was gassed and received treatment in government hospitals, but was not cured. While in Cincinnati, Ohio he became a member of the Disabled Veterans of America.
He moved his family to French Lick where they have resided several years.
Southern was left by the death of his mother when he was a small baby and was taken into the home of his grandfather, Daniel Southern, where he was cared for by aunts and uncles, whom he learned to love as if they were his parents.
Rev. O. E. Parrett conducted the funeral rites at Ritter's Funeral Chapel Wednesday afternoon followed by interment in the Ames Chapel cemetery.
He leaves a wife, Alta, one daughter, Mrs. Mary V. Petty, of Los Angeles, Calif., four aunts and two uncles. One son, Gail, preceded him in death a few years ago. Submitted byTom Agan.

ROACH, Charles F., Springs Valley Herald (October 2, 1941) Death Notice
Charles F. Roach, 56, died September 25th in the Daviess County Hospital at Washington after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at the United Brethren Church Saturday by Rev. Elliott. Burial was at Mt. Lebanon with Schmutzler in charge of the arrangements.
He leaves his wife, five children, Mrs. Elva Crowder, Louie and Lester of Gary, Ind., Mrs. Lois Reynolds and Mrs. Violet Cox of French Lick.

Springs Valley Herald (October 2, 1941) Obituary
Charles Franklin Roach, son of Feilding and Eliza Roach, was born in Indiana April 12, 1885 and departed from this life September 25, 1941 at the age of 56 years, 5 months and 13 days. He was united in marriage to Delsie Dendal in the year of 1909.
He leaves to mourn his departure his wife, five children, Lester, Mrs. Elva Crowder, and Louie of Gary, Ind.; Mrs. Lois Reynolds and Mrs. Violet Cox of French Lick, four grandchildren to whom he was much devoted, two brothers, Joe and Elmer of French Lick and a host of relatives and friends.

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We wish to thank all who so kindly assisted us during the illness and death of our husband and father, Charles Roach. We especially thank Rev. Elliott for his consoling words, the singers, and for the floral arrangements. Mrs. Delsie Roach and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

HALL, Joseph Flet, Springs Valley Herald (October 9, 1941) Death Notice
Joseph Flet Hall, 43, died early this morning at his home in Leipsic, following a long illness o a complication of diseases. In April 1940 he underwent an operation and then another one in December, from which he never fully recovered. His condition became much worse Sunday.
He was born in Jackson Township, a son of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. hall, where he spent his childhood. Later his family moved to Leipsic, where he was affiliated with his father in the general store business until his health failed. In November 1933 he was married to Nelle Edith Sibbitt, Paoli.
Surviving relatives include the widow, father, two sisters, Mrs. harry Parish, Leipsic, and Mrs. Gertie McGinnis, Franklin, two brothers, Ernest Hall, residing south of Paoli and John Hall of Lafayette.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at the Leipsic church of Whiteland. Burial will be made in Liberty cemetery. Submitted byTom Agan.

SPEECE, Mary B., Springs Valley Herald (October 9, 1941) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary B. Speece, 80, widow of Albert Speece, was found dead at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alice Wilson in French Lick Tuesday night. Mrs. Speece had been in failing health for several years, but was not thought any worse than usual. Mrs. Wilson had gone out to call on friends awhile, returning home about 10:30 and finding her mother lying on the floor by the door.
Mrs. Speece taught school several years and was active in church work as long as her health permitted her to do so.
After the death of her husband, she made her home with the daughters, Mrs. Ava Stapleton and Mrs. Alice Wilson of French Lick.
Funeral services will be conducted at the First Baptist Church in West Baden Friday afternoon where she has been a member the past several years. Interment will be made in the Ames Chapel cemetery with W. V. Ritter & Son as directors.
Besides the daughters mentioned above she leaves three sons, Monta B. Speece of Pontiac, Ill., Clarence Speece of French Lick and Byron Speece of West Baden, one sister, Mrs. Susie Hurst of Media, Pa., two brothers, Andrew J. McDonald of West Baden and Kinsey McDonald.

Springs Valley Herald (October 16, 1941) Obituary
Mary B. Speece, daughter of Abner and Savicia McDonald, was born in Orange County November 28th, 1860 and departed this life October 7th, 1941 at the age of eighty years, ten months and nine days.
She was the eldest of ten children, six of whom preceded her in death, namely: David, Eli, Rebecca, James, Alonzo and Nora.
The deceased spent her entire life in and near the vicinity of West Baden Springs, Indiana.
On November 28th, 1888 she was united in marriage to Albert E. Speece and to this union were born five children, all of whom are living.
Some fourteen years ago, after the death of her husband, she came to reside in the homes of her daughters, Mrs. Harry Stapleton and Mrs. Harry Wilson, at whose home death occurred.
Several years ago she became a Christian placing her membership in the Church of Christ at Prospect, Indiana. The membership later on was moved to the First Baptist Church of West Baden Springs, Indiana.
She was exceedingly interested in the church and was faithful to the services and worship as long as her health permitted. Her beautiful christian life was a blessing and an inspiration to all whom she came in contact.
The fact that Grandma Speece, as she was familiarly known, was becoming more frail as the days passed was apparent to those who knew and loved her, yet her sudden going away was a distinct shock to both relatives and friends.
Even so, it was as she wished it to be, for as quietly as she herself lived the messenger came and with a brief summons bade her cross the bridge which is called death and thus she emerged into that fullness and completeness f life of which we are allowed an occasional fleeting glimpse.
The friendly greeting, the cheerful smile, the lovable personality of Grandma Speece will be sadly missed, it is true, but the influence of a good life beautifully lived can never die.
In the hearts of those who lived and knew her she leaves a deep and abiding joy and a sense of having graciously blessed by her presence.
Surviving are five children, Mrs. Harry Stapleton of West Baden Springs, Mr. Clarence Speece of French Lick, Mrs. Byron Speece of Portland, Oregon, Mrs. Harry Wilson of French Lick, and Mr. M. B. Speece of Pontiac, Illinois. Two brothers, Mr. Andrew McDonald of West Baden Springs, Mr. Kinsey McDonald of St. Louis, Missouri, one sister, Mrs. Susie Hurst of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Twelve grandchildren, one great grandchild, James David McCameron, and a host of other relatives and friends.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our very sincere thanks to every one who in any way helped during our time of need. We are especially grateful to Rev. Parks and Rev. Mohler, for their kindly ministry, the ladies who sang, the Fidelity Class, the pall bearers those who furnished cars, and to Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Ritter for services so beautifully rendered. We are so deeply appreciative for all of the beautiful floral offerings and for every kindly word of sympathy expressed at the death of our dear other, Mary B. Speece. The Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

CROOK, Otto, Springs Valley Herald (October 9, 1941) Death Notice
Otto Crook, 49, passed away Monday morning at his home near Moores Ridge from injuries received in a fall on August 3rd.
Mr. Crook fell from an open door at his home while walking in his sleep and suffered a broken back. He was taken to an Indianapolis hospital and placed in a cast. He was returned home several weeks ago where he fought a losing battle against death.
Funeral services were held at the Moores Ridge church Wednesday afternoon with burial in the Mentor Cemetery near Birdseye. Schmutzler was the funeral director.
He leaves the wife, six sons and one daughter. Submitted by Tom Agan.

CASE, William M., Springs Valley Herald (October 9, 1941) Death Notice
William Case, 57, died Saturday night near 11 o'clock while on the way to Clark Hospital at Paoli from injuries received when he was run over by a car near here.
Case was walking along State Road 145 near Wm. Marshall's farm just south of he city limits when he was struck by a car driven by Wallace Stout of near Queen City. His injuries consisted of a broken neck, head injuries and a crushed arm. He was brought her for medical attention by Winston Lashbrook, but no doctors were available. He was then taken to Paoli, but died enroute before reaching the hospital.
Stout reported the accident to Chief of Police Arthur Hicks, stating that he was attempting to pass another car and could not see Case walking along the road. Stout's car went over an embankment, into a corn field after hitting the victim. He was taken to Paoli by Chief Hicks where he was absolved from all blame for the accident.
Funeral services were held Monday at Mt. Lebanon with interment in the nearby cemetery, Schmutzler was in charge of the arrangements.
Submitted by Tom Agan.

MICKLER, John Wesley, Springs Valley Herald (October 9, 1941) Death Notice
John Wesley Mickler, 36, died Tuesday, October 7th, at his home in Chicago, Ill. from pulmonary tuberculosis.
Mr. Mickler was raised in French Lick where he was well known. He went to Chicago about ten years ago.
Funeral services were held this afternoon at 1:00 o'clock at the U. B. Church with Rev. James Austin, paster of the West Baden Methodist Church, in charge. W. V. Ritter & Son were funeral directors.
He leaves a wife, four sisters and one brother, Delbert. Submitted by Tom Agan.

MELTON, Joel, Springs Valley Herald (October 16, 1941) Death Notice
Joel Melton, 91, passed away at his home near the Hobson bridge in Greenfield Township Saturday. He would have been 92 years of age in January.
Mr. Melton had been a member of the Masonic Lodge for 70 years. He served as trustee of Greenfield Township at one time.
Funeral services will be held at Providence today. He leaves the wife and three children, Warren of Greenfield Twp., Mrs. Ella Williard and Arthur of Rexburg, Idaho. He also leaves several relatives and friends of French Lick. Submitted byTom Agan.