ABBOTT, Martha Durham - Putnam

Martha Jane Durham, d/o John & Sarah Stubbins Durham was born near Waveland March 10, 1850 was married to Rufus Smith Abbott Feb 1, 1877 and d. July 27,1918. Early in life she became a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Waveland; after her marriage transferred her membership to the Presbyterian Church at Dillsboro. She was a sweet spirited unassuming Christian, only those most closely associated with her could fully appreciate her beautiful Christian character. She had been a great sufferer for many years, so when God came for her she gladly went home. Her departure for her Father's house leaves a sad vacancy in the home. She is survived by her husband, two sons, Harry Durham Abbott of this city and Irvin Walker Abbott of Chicago, three granddaughters and a devoted dau-in-law. Aurora Bulletin = kbz

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Source: Waveland Independent Jan 1, 1915

Mrs. R..  Abbott of Aurora, who has been making an extended stay with her sisters, the Misses Nannie and Dorcas Durham, received word on Friday that her husband had been seriously injured by being kicked by a horse.  Mr. Abbott had been expected as a Christmas guest. Mrs. Abbott returned to Aurora, Wed. Miss Nannie Durham accompanied her for a short stay. - kbz