Democratic Sentinel, Volume 9, Number 33, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 11 September 1885 — On The Death of Charles F. Downing. [ARTICLE]

On The Death of Charles F. Downing.

Geneva, (neb.) Review. Charles F. Downing was bora in the town of Rensselaer, Jasper county. Ind. November 1, 1863, and died at Colo rado City, Colorado, August 18,1885. Mr. Downing came to Geneva two years ago let May and entered the employ of J. E. Maek, as a barber. About a year ago last June he began business for himself by opening a barber shop and confectionery store which he carried on very sucessfully until compelled to desist on account of failing health. Last Christmas he was married to Miss Laura Shumway and her loving care brought him through the many low spells when it seemed as though he could not live. Four weeks ago Tuesday, in company with his fath-er-in-law, he started to Colorado in hopes that the pure mountain air would bring him relief, butthat dread disease, consumption, had too firm a hold to be loosened. Although it was plain to eyeryone that he could not last long, still his death was sudden and news could hardly be realized. The remains were brought to Geneva and buried last Thursday morning. Rev. Burr conducted the services which were held at the house and attended by a very large audience. His popularity and esteem was further attested by a virtual suspension of business until the funeral was over.

WANTED.—AII parties knowing themselves to be indebted to me are requested to call and settle

at once.

R. H. YEOMAN.