Democratic Sentinel, Volume 15, Number 16, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 1 May 1891 — Death of D. M. Nelson. [ARTICLE]

Death of D. M. Nelson.

Ex-County Superintendent Nelson died in Chicago on Wednesday morning last at 3 o’clock. Ht had gone to that city on business Monday of last week, and although ailing som what at the time did not suppose that it would prove serious. But the disease assumed aggravated form and his wife was sent for, A telegram called Dr Hartscll to his bedside Monday. but he found him beyond reach of medical skill. The remains were brought to the residence of John W. Paxton yesterday. Funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church in the afternoon with large attendance. Mr. Nelson was a gentleman in all that the word implies, and his demise is deeply deplored.