ROBY, Rachel Savage, Springs Valley Herald (November 8, 1923) Death Notice
Rachel Savage, daughter of Jeheil and Emeline J. Savage, was born in Dillsboro, Dearborn County, Ind. April 23, 1862. Died Oct. 29, 1923, aged 61 years, 6 months and 6 days. She was first married to William Ganstine, March 6, 1880. To this union were born two children, a daughter and a son, both having preceded her in death. She was again married to Edward Edlin, May 28, 1891. To this union were born two daughters, Emma Breedlove and Ida M. Carnes. After the death of her second husband Dec. 24, 1898 she was married to Pius Roby, April 9, 1908. To them was born one daughter, Rosa Sorrels.
She united with the Christian Church at Shoals, Ind. in 1897 and later experienced a change of heart and often worshiped with God's people of various denominations, realizing that God is not confined to any one denomination.
She was a true companion, a loving mother, a kind friend, and a generous neighbor ever ready to administer to the sick and needy, lending a helping hand when an opportunity came. She was very unselfish and considerate of others. At times during her six months illness she suffered intensely, but bore it patiently, and expressed herself as being resigned to God's will, and said she was prepared to go and was anxious for the change to come.
She leaves to mourn their loss a husband, three daughters, four grandchildren, a brother and a host of other relatives and friends. A Friend. Submitted by Tom Agan.

DAVIDSON, Elizabeth, Springs Valley Herald (November 15, 1923) Death Notice
Mrs. Elizabeth Davidson, after a lingering illness of many months, died at her home here (Paoli) last Friday, aged 67 years. Besides her husband, Albert Davidson, she is survived by two sons, Roger, of Paoli and Charles of Bloomington, one daughter, Mrs. Effie True, of Paoli, and one step-daughter, Mrs. Elsie Couchman, of Casey, Iowa. There are ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. She is also survived by three brothers, Hiram Henderson, of New Albany, John and Lee Henderson, South Bend; and by three sisters, Mrs. Katherine Alderson, of South Bend, Mrs. Anna Langley and Mrs. Pearl Naylor, of Detroit, Michigan. Mrs. Davidson was a daughter of William and Hannah Caroline Henderson, was born and reared in the vicinity of Paoli. She was a good christian woman, a kind neighbor and a very devoted wife and mother. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the M. E. Church, of which deceased was a member, and interment was made in the Paoli Cemetery.
Among those from out of town in attendance at the funeral services of Mrs. Albert Davison, were, Hiram Henderson, of New Albany, John and Lee Henderson and Mrs. Katherine Alderson, of South Bend; Mrs. Anna Langley and Mrs. Pearl Naylor, of Detroit, Michigan; Charles Davidson, of Bloomington; Mr. and Mrs. Moore, of West Baden, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gresham, of French Lick. Submitted byTom Agan.

BAKER, Arizona, Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) Death Notice
A tragic death occurred at the Southern railway crossing at the east end of College St. about eleven o'clock Tuesday when Mrs. Commodore Baker was hit by a cut of cars being put on a siding.
Mrs. Baker, who had been down town to the post office, was on her way home and apparently did not notice the string of cars approaching her as she started to cross the tracks. It is reported that when she saw them she seemed to be stupified by fear and stood on the track till she was hit and knocked down. Her arm and leg were terribly mangled by the wheels and her body bruised and lacerated. She was picked up and carried to her home which was only a few rods away and Dr. Ryan was summoned, but she died in a very short time after the accident.
She was about forty years old and had not been in good health for some time. She leaves one son, aged fourteen years, besides the husband and her aged mother, who lives with them.
Was a member of the Holiness Church and the funeral was held at that church Wednesday, services conducted by Rev. Baughman, a former pastor, followed by interment at Mt. Lebanon cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) Obituary
Arizona Hoskins, daughter of John C. and Rachel Hoskins, was born May 30, 1883. Departed this life to be with Jesus December 4, 1923, aged 40 years, 6 months and 4 days.
She was joined in holy matrimony to Commodore Baker October 29, 1901. To this union were born five children, only one remaining, the others have passed on before.
Sister Baker was inclined toward the Lord for her youth, having joined the M. E. Church of her own accord at eight years of age. Later she affiliated with the church now known as the Pilgrim Holiness Church, in which she has been known as a faithful worker and attendant for several years. She was always on hand unless seriously hindered by from dential circumstances.
She leaves to mourn their loss a mother, a husband, son and one brother, together with a host of other relatives and friends.
He last words were words of exhortation and testimony, spoken with a remarkable clearness of mind, considering the circumstances.
We know of no words more appropriate than the last verse in the book of Proverbs:
"Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates."

CARD OF THANKS

I wish to thank all the neighbors and friends for their sympathy and assistance in the recent sad and tragic death of my companion.
Your kindness will never be forgotten. Commodore Baker. Submitted by Tom Agan.

MCINTOSH, Alpha, Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) Death Notice
Mrs. John B. McIntosh, after a lingering illness of many months, died at her home in Paoli on Monday of last week. She was about 30 years of age and had lived in Paoli ever since her marriage. She was born about 4 miles north of Paoli and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Fullen, both deceased. Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church on Thursday morning conducted by the pastor, Rev. George Dalrymple. Mrs. McIntosh is survived by her husband and three children and also by a number of brothers and sisters and a host of friends. She was a good woman and a very devoted mother. We extend sympathy to the bereaved relatives. Submitted byTom Agan.

STUMP, George, Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) Death Notice
George Stump, an employee of the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus died at his home in West Baden about two o'clock Sunday morning of heart trouble. The body was shipped to Columbus, Ohio Monday for burial. He was a member of the Masonic Order and the local lodge escorted the remains from Ritter's undertaking parlors to the Monon depot.

Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) West Baden News
George Stump, Superintendent of the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus stables died very suddenly of heart failure Saturday night last at his residence near the winter quarters of the circus. He had not been confined to his home by illness, but was about town Saturday making purchases, apparently in his usual good health. During the night his wife was awakened by his labored breathing and in a short time he passed away. The family home is at Columbus, Ohio, where his mortal remains were taken to be laid to rest beside other members of his family. He had been connected with the Hagenbeck-Wallace organization for the past five years, and was regarded as one of their most valuable men. Possessed of a friendly and cheerful disposition, he had many friends who sincerely mourn his sudden taking away. His age was 55 years. He was made a Mason in French Lick No. 586 a few years ago. Submitted byTom Agan.

POTTER, Wright, Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923) Death Notice
Wright Potter, an old time and well known resident of this place (West Baden) departed his life Monday night. He had been in failing health for some time, but had been confined to his room at intervals by reason of illness. He leaves a most devoted wife surviving him. He came to West Baden many years ago from Bowling Green, Ky., the family home place. The remains were interred in the cemetery near French Lick. Wright Potter had so lived his life as to merit and win the respect and confidence of all who knew him. He had been a faithful and consistent member of the Baptist Church for years. Submitted byTom Agan.

WIGGINTON, Yarmouth C., Springs Valley Herald (December 13, 1923) Death Notice
Yamen C. Wigginton (colored) passed away last Thursday at his home on Wells Ave. after an illness of about two weeks. He had been a prominent personage about the French Lick Springs Hotel for many years and for a long time dipped water for guest at the famous Pluto Spring and from this fact he was perhaps better known by the name of "Pluto" by residents of the Valley and visitors to the Springs. He was a man of genial and happy disposition and no one could hold a grouch very long if brought under his radiant play of wit and humor.
He was a member of the Colored Knights of Pythias, The Uniform Rank of that order, the Masonic Lodge and various other civic organizations in the valley. Several years ago he was converted and became a member of the A. M. E. Church of which he lived a consistent member up to the time of his death.
He was an exemplary life and character and he will not only be missed by his own race for whom he was ever striving to help and uplift, but by his many white friends in the Valley and also by the thousands of visitors to the Springs who knew him personally from his long connection with the hotel.
He was the editor of the column of Colored Notes which have been published in the Herald for some time. He did this for the purpose of showing to the community what the Colored people are doing for their own endeavor with a hope that a better understanding of the colored people by the whites of the community would be helpful to both races.
The body lay in state at the A. M. E. Church on Wells Ave. till Sunday afternoon when funeral services were conducted by his pastor and the body was laid to rest in the Colored K. of P. cemetery at Mt. Lebanon, the Uniform Rank, Ross Company No. 5, having charge of the burial services.

Springs Valley Herald (December 6, 1923)
The Valley has indeed lost one of its most valuable assets in the person of Yarmouth Wigginton, known throughout the community as "Pluto." Born in Bloomfield, Ky. more than 50 years ago. He came to French Lick in 1888 and here he had toiled and made a reputation to be envied by the highest as well as the lowly. In every avenue of life where true manhood and courage of conviction was required, he was there, to play his part for the advancement of his race and the community. He realized to the fullest that no part of a community can be regraded or kept down without lowering the remaining part. Thus he worked not only for uplift, but interracial understanding. Such a citizen, though humble, amy not walk Legislative halls, nor boast of College Degrees, leans a silent influence that makes the coming generation, better citizens, place to his ashes, and comfort to his family. Twas truly the passing of a great man whom the community will find it hard to replace. Floral tributes came from many family friends in various cities. Submitted byTom Agan.

KENDALL, Alvis, Springs Valley Herald (December 20, 1923) Death Notice
Alvis Kendall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tuck Kendall of this place, died shortly after being in an automobile wreck at his home in Terre Haute Sunday. The remains were brought here and funeral and burial was held at Moores Ridge Tuesday with Rev. Apple, pastor of the United Brethren Church conducting the services. After the death of Mrs. Kendall, which occurred only a few short months ago, Mr. Kendall brought his three small children here to live with their grandparents while he returned home where he had employment. Submitted byTom Agan.

BARTL, Emma Jane, Springs Valley Herald (December 20, 1923) Death Notice
Mrs. S. J. Bartl died at her home in Lewisville, a suburb of this city, Wednesday morning about two o'clock. She had been a victim of Bright's disease for some time and a few weeks ago was taken to the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Harrison, in this city. A few days ago she desired to be taken home where she died Wednesday morning. The body was brought to the home of the Harrisons here Wednesday afternoon where it will remain till the funeral Friday. The funeral service will be conducted at the M. E. Church here at 2:00 p.m. and interment will be at Ames Cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (December 27, 1923) Obituary
Emma Jane McCord, oldest daughter of William Harrison and Elizabeth McCord, was born February 9th, 1862.
When she was sixteen years of age her mother died, leaving her to assist her father in the care of younger brothers and sisters on the farm near Alfordsville, Ind.
She was married to S. J. Bartl, August 17th, 1883. To them nine children were born. Four of whom, Theo, Cecil, Earla and Myrtle passed away in early life. The other five, Mrs. John Harrison, Claire, Otis, Ezra and Harold Bartl are living in French Lick.
She was converted and united with the Methodist Church at Alfordsville, during the first pastorate of Rev. A. M. Couchman in 1890.
In 1902 the family moved to French Lick and her membership, with other members of her family was transferred to the French Lick M. E. Church. She was quiet and unassuming in her religious life, but her experience was nevertheless real and sincere and was ever manifest in her influence in the home.
She was a devoted wife and an affectionate mother, and was happy in the love of her children.
No labor was too hard or sacrifice too great for her to endure in the care of her family.
As a neighbor and friend she was good and kind, always ready to do what she could to alleviate sickness or sorrow.
Nine years ago, while visiting her brother she was stricken with a slight stroke of paralysis, from which she never fully recovered.
During the last few weeks her illness became serious, the efforts of medical skill and care of loving hands were of no avail. Surrounded by her family, the end came peacefully, just at the dawn of the day Wednesday morning, December 19th.
During her last few days she expressed her faith in the Lord and said if it was His will she should go.
She leaves many sad hearts. Besides her husband, children and grandchildren, there is one brother, one half-sister and many friends.

CARD OF THANKS

We sincerely thank our many friends and neighbors for their kindness, help and sympathy during the recent illness and death of our beloved wife and mother.
Also those who so willing contributed the use of cars and beautiful floral offerings. Bartl and Harrison Families. Submitted by Tom Agan.

STREET, Mary, Springs Valley Herald (January 3, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Newton Street of Orangeville died Sunday of dropsy and heart trouble. Mrs. Street is the mother of Ernest Street of Prospect.
Funeral services and burial were held at Bethel Tuesday afternoon with Rev. E. E. Young in charge and Rev. F. L. Hacker of West Baden and Rev. Short of Orleans assisting. Submitted byTom Agan.

TOMLINSON, Opal, Springs Valley Herald (January 31, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Opal Tomlinson, 19, died Thursday jan. 24th at Muncie, Ind. following the birth of a baby daughter. The infant died at birth.
Mrs. Tomlinson was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Crowe, formerly of Sulphur Creek neighborhood, also a niece of Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Crowe and a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John N. Crowe of that community.
Funeral services were held at the Separate Baptist Church in Muncie Saturday afternoon. Submitted by Tom Agan.

STONE, Martha, Springs Valley Herald (February 14, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Matilda Stone, 79, died Wednesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jacob Shipman.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at Crystal with burial in the nearby cemetery.
Schmutzler has charge of the funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

HERRIN, Charles M., Springs Valley Herald (February 21, 1935) Death Notice
Charles M. Herrin (colored), 58, passed away February 16 at his home on Walnut Street from heart trouble.
Funeral services were held at the Church of God here Thursday with services and burial at Hopkinsville, Ky.
W. V. Ritter and Son were in charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

ROMINGER, Floyd, Springs Valley Herald (February 21, 1935) Death Notice
The body of Floyd Rominger, 30 year old Northwest Township farmer, was found about seven o'clock Wednesday morning in the Lost River north of West Baden by a searching party which had been looking for him since his failure to return to his home last Tuesday night.
Rominger was found drowned in the cab of his truck which was sitting in an upright position in the stream and almost completely submerged.
It is thought that Rominger lost control of the truck at the curve on state road 150 where the highway swings close to the stream. Reconstruction of the accident indicates that the car hurtled through the tree tops lining the creek bank and dropped thirty feet or more to the water.
The drowned man was last seen when he left his home at 5:30 Tuesday night and the body was discovered by his father, Charles Rominger, and two friends, Frank Beatty and John Spoonmore.
The body was brought to Schmutzler's Funeral Parlor in French Lick to be prepared for burial. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
He is survived by his wife and four children, Chlois, Thelma, Sonny and Ruth. Submitted by Tom Agan.

BROSMER, Mary Eicher, Springs Valley Herald (February 21, 1935) Obituary
Mrs. Mary Brosmer, nee Eicher, was born in Germany October 7, 1862. In the year 1871 she came to the United States.
In the year 1883 she was united in marriage to George Brosmer in Dubois, Ind.
She died in her home near Dubois, February 12, 1935 at the age of 72 years, 4 months and 5 days.
To their union was born 8 boys and 4 girls. They are: Elizabeth Thome of Glenwood Springs, Colo.; Rose Rickelhoff of St. Anthony, Ind.; Barbria Hodges of Louisville, Ky.; John of Dubois, Ind.; Simon of French Lick; Albert of Louisville, Ky.; Leo of Dubois, Ind.; Fred of Louisville, Ky. and Alois of Dubois. Her husband and two children, Francis and Edward, preceded her in death.
She leaves to mourn her death 3 brothers, Joseph Eicher of Orleans, Ind.; George Eicher of Floyd Knobs, Ind.; and Simon Eicher of Tolono, Ill. and sixteen grandchildren.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the relatives and neighbors who so kindly assisted us in the sickness and death of our dear mother and sister. Especially do we wish to thank the singers, the donors of flowers, those who furnished cars, Mr. Schwank for the efficient way he conducted the funeral and Rev. George J. Sebastin for his consoling words. The Children and Brothers. Submitted byTom Agan.

BIRD, Elizabeth Jane, Springs Valley Herald (February 28, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Samuel Bird, 69, passed away at her home in West Baden Sunday following a long illness of hardening of the arteries.
Funeral services were conducted at the West Baden M. E. Church Tuesday afternoon with interment in the Ames Chapel Cemetery.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Obituary
Elizabeth Jane Newlin Bird, daughter of Joel and Permelia Newlin, was born October 9, 1866 and departed this life at her home in West Baden February 24, 1935, aged 68 years, 4 months and 15 days.
She was united in marriage to Samuel B. Bird, July 4, 1886. To this union nine children were born, namely: Mrs. Nora Moore, Hardinsburg, Ind.; William Claud and Heber, West Baden, Ind.; Charles, French Lick, Ind.; Adaline Lanham, Louisville, Ky.; and Earnest of Muncie, Ind. Two of the children have preceded her in death, Minnie May and Lawrence Henry; also her mother and father, one sister, Zora Belle Newlin, and two brothers, George V. and Linden T. Newlin.
Three sisters, Martha Ellen Wells, Minnie A. Wellman of Paoli and Annie M. McDonald of Muncie, Ind., 3 brothers, Samuel G. of Paoli, Jay L. of New Albany and Rufus Newlin of Muncie, Ind. and a beloved husband survive. Besides these relatives there are six grandchildren dead and twenty five grandchildren living, two great grandchildren and two step grandchildren, all who she dearly loved; also many other relatives and a host of friends who will miss her.
She was converted and joined the United Brethren Church at Concord at the age of sixteen.
She was a kind and loving neighbor and friend to all she knew, always willing to lend a helping hand in any way that was possible.
Perhaps one of the greatest sorrows of her life was bidding four of her sons good-by, sending them to the great world war, but she was repaid for her sorrow when they all returned home to her.
she was confined to her bed practically all the time for the past two years, but never once was she heard to complain or question the will of God.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Isaac Morris and Rev. Young at the M. E. Church on Tuesday, Feb. 26 with interment in Ames Chapel cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We take this opportunity to express our thank to all who assisted in any way during the sickness and death of our dear mother, Father and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

PAINTER, John, Springs Valley Herald (February 28, 1935) Death Notice
John Painter, 57, died Sunday night at his home near Painter Creek from bronchial pneumonia.
Funeral services were held at South Liberty Tuesday afternoon by Rev. Ed Apple. Burial was made in the church cemetery.
He is survived by his wife and eight children.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

FERGUSON, S. William, Springs Valley Herald (March 7, 1935) Death Notice
S. William Ferguson, 79, passed away at his home near Mt. Lebanon yesterday morning after a long illness.
Funeral services are being held at Mt. Lebanon this afternoon by Eld. Wm. A. Crowder with interment in the church cemetery.
Schmutzler has charge of the funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

HANKINS, Benjamin F., Springs Valley Herald (March 14, 1935) Death Notice
Benjamin F. Hankins, 75, died Sunday at his home near the Gorge from a heart attack.
Funeral services were held at the Holiness Church in Orleans, Ind. Monday with burial in the nearby cemetery,
W. V. Ritter & son were in charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

PINNICK, Charles E., Springs Valley Herald (March 14, 1935) Death Notice
Charles E. Pinnick, 78, died suddenly at his home near Roland Store Saturday. Funeral services were held on Monday by Rev. James Austin with burial in the Anderson cemetery.
Mr. Pinnick had suffered with dropsy for several weeks, but was better before his sudden death occurred. He was born in French Lick and had many relatives and friends in the Valley.
He is survived by eight children. Submitted by Tom Agan.

BRUNER, Charles, Springs Valley Herald (March 21, 1935) Death Notice
Charles Bruner, 56, of near Scarlett Chapel died Friday night from hardening of the arteries at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at Union Chapel on Sunday with burial in the nearby cemetery.
Schmutzler had charge of the funeral. Submitted by Tom Agan.

STANFIELD, Mary Reynolds, Springs Valley Herald (March 28, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary Susan Stanfield, 84, died at her home in Cuzco Thursday night after a month's illness.
Funeral services were held at Cane Creek Saturday afternoon by Rev. W. A. Crowder with burial in the church cemetery.
She is survived by her husband and two sons, William J. Reynolds near French Lick and Branch Reynolds of Hillham.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (March 28, 1935) Cuzco News
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Simmons and children of South Bend; Mr. and Mrs. Orville Simmons and children of Lawrenceville, Ill. and Mr. and Mrs. Guy Simmons and children were called here last week on account of the death of their grandmother, Mrs. William Stanfield.

Springs Valley Herald (March 28, 1935) Cane Creek News
The funeral of Mrs. William Stanfield of Cuzco was held at this place Saturday afternoon with burial in the nearby cemetery. Bro. Crowder of South Liberty had charge of the services and Mr. Schmutzler was the undertaker. Mrs. Stanfield was the mother of W. J. Reynolds of this place and had formerly lived near here for many years. We extend deepest sympathy to the aged companion and children and other relatives.

Springs Valley Herald (March 28, 1935) Obituary
Mary Susan Reynolds Stanfield, born August 12, 1850 in Hawkins County, Tennessee, departed this life March 22, 1935 age 84 years, seven months and ten days.
At the age of eighteen Mary Susan Arnold was united in marriage with William R. Reynolds. To this union was born seven children, Mary Drake, Thomas E., Martha A., Branch L., Ida E. William J. and Effie A. Simmons.
Soon after migrating to Indiana in 1877, Grandmother Reynolds, as she was known for many years, became a member of the Cane Creek Christian Church. She for many years was an active church worker and remained a faithful Christian to the very end. After suffering a paralytic stroke in her eighty-first year she often expressed a desire to attend church again if she could only hear as well as she once could.
In 1909 they moved from the farm near Cane Creek to Cuzco where Mr. Reynolds passed away August 13, 1923.
On December 1, 1926 she was united in marriage with William Stanfield. They were always devoted to each other.
She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, two sons, William J. of near French Lick and Branch L. of Hillham, twenty three grandchildren, thirty-four great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to take this means of thanking the many friends and neighbors for their kindness, sympathy and help during the illness and death of a loved member of our family, Mary Susan Reynolds Stanfield. The family. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEFFLER, Pearl Grace, Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Pearl Leffler, 47, passed away at her home here early Saturday morning after a long illness of cancer.
Rev. F. J. Goins assisted by Rev. Fletcher conducted funeral services at Mt. Lebanon Monday afternoon with interment in the nearby cemetery.
She is survived by her husband, Claude Leffler, one son, Wallace and one grandchild.
Ritter & Son had charge of funeral arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Obituary
Pearl Grace Carnes Leffler, daughter of Edward and Nancy J. Carnes, was born in Naylor, Missouri, March 15, 1888, and passed away at her home near French Lick March 30, 1935 at the age of 47 years and 15 days.
On June 20th, 1909 she was united in marriage to Claude Leffler. To this union was born one son, Wallace Harold.
The husband and son lovingly and tenderly cared for her during her long illness, doing everything that was possible for human hands to do for her comfort.
At the age of fifteen years she was converted and joined the Methodist Church at Mt. Lebanon. Pearl was always true to this early allegiance, keeping her faith strong in God. She expressed herself many times by saying she was ready to go any time the Lord called her.
Besides the husband and son she leaves to mourn her departure a little granddaughter, Gloria Anne and the daughter-in-law, Grace. There existed between Pearl and Grace a devotion as rare and beautiful as that of Ruth and Naomi.
She leaves two brothers, Bert A. Carnes and William J, Carnes of French Lick; two brothers and four sisters , Edward C., Charley, Bell, Elzora, Minnie and Maggie having preceded her in death. Many other relatives and friends mourn her going. Pearl will be sadly missed among her friends for she always had a cheery word and bright smile for everyone.

CARD OF THANKS

We deeply appreciate and wish to extend our sincere thanks to the friends and neighbors for the many acts of kindness shown during the illness and death of our dear wife and mother, to those who furnished cars, to those who sent flowers and to Rev. Goins and Rev. Fletcher. Claude Leffler, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Leffler. Submitted byTom Agan.

BLEDSOE, Mary F., Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary F. Bledsoe, 54, widow of Eldo Bledsoe, died at her home here Sunday morning following a long illness of cancer of the liver.
Funeral services were held at Ames Chapel Tuesday afternoon by Rev. M. P. Kindred with burial in the church cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters and one son, by her mother, Mrs. George Brown and several sisters and brothers.
Schmutzler was in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Obituary
Mary Florence Bledsoe, daughter of George and Rosa A. Brown, was born August 6, 1880 at West Baden, Ind. and departed this life March 31, 1935 at the age of fifty four years, seven months and twenty-five days.
On March 4th, 1901 she was united in marriage to Eldo Bledsoe, to which union six children were born, three of whom, together with the husband have preceded her in death. The children who remain are Norman Bledsoe, Mrs. Bernice King and Marie Bledsoe, all of French Lick. Besides the children she also leaves her mother, Mrs. Rosa A. Brown of Chicago; three brothers, Hilbert Brown, West Baden, Charles Brown, French Lick and George Edward Brown, of New York City; 5 sisters, Mrs. Anna Teaford, Los Angeles, California; Mrs. Iona Schweithelm, New York City; Mrs. Jessie Knight, Chicago; Mrs. Dora Britton and Mrs. Oma Bird, both of West Baden and besides these she leaves a host of other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Bledsoe was a member of the United Brethren Church in French Lick. She was a good wife and faithful mother; and since the death of their father she made a home for her three children. As a neighbor and a friend she will be greatly missed. Submitted byTom Agan.

PRUETT, Thomas, Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Death Notice
Thomas Pruett, 81, died Sunday at his home near Bonds Chapel from hardening of the arteries.
Funeral services and burial were held at Bonds Chapel Tuesday afternoon. Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

DRAKE, Christopher, Springs Valley Herald (April 4, 1935) Death Notice
Christopher Drake, 67, died at his home near Cane Creek early yesterday (Wednesday) from heart trouble.
Funeral services and burial will be held at Cane Creek tomorrow afternoon at one o'clock.
Schmutzler will be in charge of the funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

ROBBINS, David T., Springs Valley Herald (April 11, 1935) Death Notice
David Taylor Robbins, 88, passed away early Monday morning at his home in Northwest Township after a long illness.
Funeral services were held at Ames Chapel Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock by Rev. Russell of Orleans followed by interment in the church cemetery.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

SIMMONS, Sarah, Springs Valley Herald (April 11, 1935) Death Notice
The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Simmons, 75, was held at the home on French Lick Hill, Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock. She is survived by two children, Roy of French Lick and Mrs. Grace Manford, Indianapolis; five step children, Mrs. Mollie Baggerly, Indianapolis, Mrs. Mayme Torrence, Mrs. Rose Robbins, Elza and Ray Simmons, all of French Lick; two sister, Mrs. Louisa Chastain and Mrs. Laura Stringer, Washington, Ind.; and five brothers, John Archer, Oakland, Ind., Frank Archer, Indianapolis, Charles Archer, Bloomington, George and Sylvester Archer, French Lick.
Funeral was conducted by Rev. M. P. Kindred, of the United Brethren Church. Arrangements were in charge of Ritter. Burial was in Crystal cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (April 18, 1935) Obituary
Mrs. Sarah Simmons, daughter of James and Jane Archer, was born in Martin County, Indiana September 6, 1859; and departed this life April 9, 1935, at the age of seventy-five years, seven months and three days.
On March 17, 1898 she was united in marriage to Owen Simmons to which union were born two children, who survive her: Roy Simmons of French Lick and Mrs. Grace Manford of Indianapolis. Other survivors are five step children, Mrs. Mollie Baggerly of Indianapolis, Mrs. Mayme Torrance, Mrs. Rose Robbins, Elza and Ray Simmons, all of French Lick; two sisters, Mrs. Louisa Chastain and Mrs. Laura Stringer, both of Washington, Ind. and five brothers John Archer, Oaktown, Ind.; Frank Archer of Indianapolis; Charles Archer of Bloomington, Ind.; and George and Sylvester Archer, both of Martin County.
She served her day and generation well by being a mother to three sets of children. Her mother died while her younger brothers and sisters were small and she mothered them. Then when she was married some of the step children were still at home and she was a mother to them; and then her own children. And we might add that since the death of her mother, Grandma had been a mother to her little granddaughter, little Sarah.

CARD OF THANKS

The children wish to express their heartfelt thanks to the many friends for the many acts of kindness during the sickness and death of our mother and for the beautiful floral offerings and for all and every token of love and sympathy. The Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

EICKELBERGER, Naomi L., Springs Valley Herald (April 11, 1935) Obituary
Naomi L. Eickelberger, daughter of John W. and Jane Tarr, was born October 6, 1886 in Southeast Township, Orange County, Ind. and spent most of her life in this township, where she made many friends and acquaintances.
She was married to Moses A. Eickelberger March 11, 1914. They spent a very happy life together, sharing each other's joys and sorrows, doing all they could for each other during the hours of afflictions in that way that characterizes a true husband and wife.
To this union was born one son, who they christened Wesley Delmont. He brought happiness to her and she took quite a delight in him. It is indeed sad for this young son to be left with a mother so soon.
About twenty years ago she united with the United Brethren church at Concord in which church she lived and died. She not only professed but she lived a christian life. This noble christian mother so lived that her memory will ever be in the mind of her husband, son, father and mother and all who knew her well. All can truly say that the world is better off that she lived.
She has been afflicted a long time and bore it all in that way that characterizes a true christian until the end of her pilgrimage here, which came on April 3, 1935 when she calmly and peacefully fell asleep in the arms of her precious Savior, thus closing a very useful life of 48 years, 5 months and 27 days.
She leaves to mourn her departure the husband, son, parents mentioned above, one sister, Mrs. Dora Hall of Macon, Ill.; two brothers, Benjamin of Decatur, Ill. and Wilbur of Paoli, Ind. route one and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted at Cooks Chapel by Rev. W. C. Hancock with burial at Beech Grove cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the neighbors and friends for their kindness and assistance during the sickness and death of our dear wife and mother. We especially thank Rev. Hancock for his consoling words and the undertakers, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis for their kind assistance. Mr. Arthur Eickelberger and son, Delmont. Submitted byTom Agan.

SCOTT, Elmer, Springs Valley Herald (April 18, 1935) Death Notice
Elmer Scott, 51, died at his home here Saturday from cancer.
Funeral services were held at the Marengo Christian Church Monday afternoon by Rev. Otho Jackson with burial in the church cemetery.
He is survived by a wife and six children.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

OWEN, Henry, Springs Valley Herald (April 18, 1935) Death Notice
Saturday morning Henry Owen, 67, was found in bed dead at his home in Prospect by his wife. It is reported that heart trouble was cause of his death.
Funeral services were conducted at Ames Chapel Sunday afternoon by Rev. E. E. Young, assisted by Rev. Graham. Interment was made in the church cemetery.
He is survived by his wife and several children.
W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of funeral arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (April 18, 1935) Obituary
Henry, the youngest son of James and Olive Owens, was born July 26, 1868, aged 67 years, 8 months and 18 days. He was born in French Lick Township, Orange County, Indiana, where he spent most of his life. He was raised on a farm near Ames Chapel, where he made many friends and acquaintances.
October 8, 1898 he was married to Miss Clara Pruett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Pruett. To this union were born six children: Trilvia Owens, Mrs. Chester Buffington, Mrs. James Denna and Jack Owen. Guy and Glenn died in infancy. Thirteen grandchildren, two of them, Clifford and Robert Chastain, he cared for as his own. He has one brother, Thomas Owens of West Baden.
Uncle Henry was an engineer by trade and worked for the West Baden Springs Company for many many years. He was a good moral man and always had a good and kind word for everyone he met. The community will miss him indeed.
Uncle Henry had been failing in health for sometime, but he seldom complained. April 13, 1935 when he calmly and peacefully fell asleep, closed a very useful life. He leaves his family and a host of friends.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank friends and neighbors for their kindness during the illness and death of our husband and father. Henry Owen. We are especially grateful to Rev. Young, Mr. Ritter, the M. E. choir and the community floral piece. Mrs. Clara Owen and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

NEWTON, George W., Springs Valley Herald (April 25, 1935) Death Notice
George W. Newton, 82, died Tuesday, April 23rd from heart disease at his home near Newton Stewart.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Wickliffe with Rev. Ed Apple in charge. Burial was made in the nearby cemetery.
Schmutzler was in charge of the funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

PHILLIPS, Thomas, Springs Valley Herald (May 2, 1935) Death Notice
Thomas Phillips passed away Friday at his home here from internal tuberculosis at the age of 69.
Funeral services were held at the home Sunday by Rev. F. J. Goins with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery.
W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

CLEMENTS, Jesse, Springs Valley Herald (May 9, 1935) Death Notice
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Cuzco for Jesse Clements, 70, who succumbs Monday of cerebral hemorrhage at his home near the Gorge, about three miles east of French Lick.
Burial was in the Cuzco cemetery and arrangements were in charge of Schmutzler. Submitted by Tom Agan.

SOUTHERN, Walter A., Springs Valley Herald (May 16, 1935) Death Notice
Walter A. Southern, 62, well known Northwest Township farmer, died suddenly Friday afternoon at the St. Edward's Hospital in New Albany where he was convalescing from a gall stone operation performed about three weeks ago. Cerebral hemorrhage was given as the cause of his unexpected death.
Mr. Southern had recovered to a point where plans for bringing him home on Saturday had been made.
The body was brought to his home near Faucetts Chapel Saturday and funeral services conducted Tuesday at Bonds Chapel by Rev. Russell assisted by Jesse Trinkle. Burial was in the church cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, three sons, Reid, Dale and Ford, four sisters, Mrs. Iris Felknor of Great Falls, Mont., Mrs. Cora Miller of Hudson, Mich., Mrs. Susan Smith and Miss Effie Southern of French Lick; four brothers, James and Edwin of French Lick, Elwood of Hillsdale, Mich. and George of Pittsford, Mich.
Schmutzler had charge of funeral arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

GRESHAM, William Q., Springs Valley Herald (May 16, 1935) Death Notice
William Q. Gresham, 62, prominent French Lick business man, was found dead in his room at the Milner Hotel in Indianapolis about noon Wednesday when hotel officials alarmed at the absence of response to efforts to arouse him, forced an entrance to the room.
Mr. Gresham was found seated at the writing desk and the unused bed indicated that death came shortly after ten thirty Tuesday night, the hour at which he had checked into the hotel and retired to his room.
The coroner's report was not available at press time today, but it is thought that death was due to heart failure or cerebral hemorrhage.
Gresham had gone to Indianapolis Monday evening for service on a Federal jury and a note of irony was injected into the tragedy when it was discovered that because of his age he was not subject to jury call and had in fact attempted to get excused from further service Tuesday so that he could return home.
Mr. Gresham was active in the business, social and civic life of the community having operated one of the towns largest stores for a number of years. He was a member of Kiwanis and always active in any move for the improvement or welfare of the community.
Funeral arrangements had not been completed as noon today (Thursday). W. O. Ritter, who is in charge, announced. Submitted by Tom Agan.