Buffalo County NE

Biographical Sketch of Joseph H. Tague

Joseph H. Tague, born on July 13, 1841, in Ripley County, Indiana, is recognized as a distinguished soldier and prosperous farmer in Malheur County. He enlisted in the Sixth Indiana Infantry during the Civil War, enduring significant hardships and sustaining a serious injury. After the war, he married Martha E. Wise in 1865 and ventured to Nebraska, eventually settling in Dell, where he developed a successful farm. A Republican and advocate for education, Tague is revered for his contributions to both his community and his country.

Biography of Edwin H. Lupton

Edwin H. Lupton, born in 1858 in Iowa, represents a family dedicated to pioneering and development across America for over 250 years. After relocating to Kansas in 1886, he became a prominent figure in real estate and banking, amassing significant landholdings in Sheridan County. Renowned for his agricultural successes, Lupton has been instrumental in local growth and irrigation initiatives. A total abstainer from alcohol, he upholds the values of his Quaker heritage and has contributed greatly to the civic and economic landscape of Kansas.

Conrad, Edna L. – Obituary

Edna L. Conrad, a long-time resident of Wallowa County, Oregon, passed away on September 11, 1975, at Wallowa Memorial Hospital. Born on April 25, 1900, in Nebraska, she married Vernie (Bus) Conrad in 1937. Memorial services were held at Bollman Chapel, attended by family and friends, with interment at Enterprise Cemetery. Edna is survived by her husband, a son, two sisters, a brother, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, as well as predeceased by her son Bill Morris.

Biography of Morillo Abial Spalding

Morillo Abial Spalding, born in Vermont in 1856, has significantly contributed to the community of Dearing, Kansas, through his successful general mercantile business. After gaining experience in various trades, including a notable tenure in the drug business, he established a pharmacy in Dearing that he operated for eight years before transitioning to retail. A steadfast Republican and active community member, Spalding is also a past noble grand of the Odd Fellows Lodge. He has been married twice and has two daughters, emphasizing family values alongside his professional achievements.

Conrad, Edna L. – Obituary

Edna L. Conrad of Enterprise, Oregon, passed away on September 11, 1975, after several years of ill health. Memorial services were conducted at the Bollman Chapel, led by Pastor Wayne Pickens. Born on April 25, 1900, in Nebraska, she married Vernie (Bus) Conrad in 1937 and lived in Wallowa County since. She is survived by her husband, a son, two sisters, a brother, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Edna was preceded in death by her son, Bill Morris.

Biography of William Lenox McWilliams

William Lenox McWilliams, born on April 29, 1865, in Missouri, is a prominent figure in Miami, Oklahoma. Initially a pioneering physician and one of Miami’s first settlers, he transitioned to finance, becoming president of the First National Bank and an influential organizer in local politics. Active in the republican party, he served as mayor and was involved in various community initiatives. A successful rancher and businessman, McWilliams has left a lasting impact on the region through his diverse contributions and investments.

Light, Anna L. Mrs. – Obituary

Anna L. Light, aged 33, passed away from tuberculosis in Elgin, Oregon, on December 21, 1904. She and her husband, John J. Light, moved to Elgin in hopes of improving her health. Their time there fostered strong community ties, and her passing was deeply mourned by friends and neighbors. Mr. Light worked as chief clerk at D.B. Hendricks store and is left with their four-year-old daughter, Bonnie. The loss of Mrs. Light is regarded as a significant sorrow in the town’s history.

Godbey, Bert – Obituary

Bert (Bertie) Godbey, aged 95, passed away on December 27, 1968, at Bernath Nursing Home. His funeral will be held on Tuesday at Evenson Funeral Home Chapel. Born on April 13, 1893, in Kearney, Nebraska, he served in World War I and moved to Ellensburg in 1932. He married Bertha Looney in 1936 and worked as a cement finisher. He is survived by his wife and several siblings. Interment will be at IOOF Cemetery.