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Arthur James Cook, the son of a soldier, was born in Wookey, Somerset, on 22nd November 1883. Cook was raised as a Baptist and by the age of sixteen he acquired the title of "the boy preacher". A devout teetotaller he was attracted to Socialism as he saw it as a natural expression of his Christianity. (1)

In 1899, at the age of seventeen, Cook moved to Merthyr Tydfil to seek employment in the coal mines. Paul Davies, the author of A. Cook (1987), has argued: "From Somerset alone in the 1890s an average of a thousand boys a year were sucked into Glamorgan by the attraction of pit work and higher earnings." (2)

On his first day in the pits, a fall of rock killed the man working next to him. He helped carry the man's body to the surface and then home to his wife and children. Cook made good progress at his work and graduated quickly from labourer to haulier, and then went on to become a collier. He earned enough to send money home to his mother. This achievement was made easier by Cook's teetotalism. He was now in a position to marry Annie Edwards and with the £100 in his savings he was able to furnish a small house in Porth.

In 1905 Cook joined the Independent Labour Party (ILP), and campaigned for its candidates in the 1906 General Election. Cook was also an active member of the South Wales Miners Federation. He also preached at his local Baptist chapel and became a Sunday School teacher and deacon. At the time Cook was more interested in religion than politics: "To me, an ardent young preacher... was all I thought worth living for; it filled my thoughts and kept me tense and absorbed." (3)

Arthur J. Cook gradually became more interested in trade union matters. His front room was converted on Saturday mornings into a miners' consultation office. Cook, who could read and write, helped his fellow miners to fill in the complicated forms necessary to claim their compensation entilements. In 1906 he resigned from the chapel. As Paul Foot has pointed out: "The conditions in the pits soon persuaded him that heaven would have to wait. What mattered immediately was a better life on earth, and under it". (4)

Cook played a leading role in the strike that broke out at the Cambrian Combine, where its miners wanted parity with colliers working richer seams. Keir Hardie and Tom Mann arrived in the area to give the strikers their support. On the 8th November, strikers became involved in hand-to-hand fighting with the Glamorgan Constabulary. The home secretary, Winston Churchill, responded by sending in the British Army to "defend the mine-owners property". Hardie responded by claiming that "the bringing in of troops as typical of the militarism of the so-called Liberal reformers". (5)

According to Christopher Farman, Cook was: "A wild but hypnotic orator, whose revolutionary fervour was flavoured with the religious revivalism of his days as a Baptist lay preacher, his pithead meetings drew crowds even greater than those which had listened to Keir Hardie. Cook was a mirror-image of every miner's frustrations and yearnings. In private conversation often in tears himself when describing the privations of the miners, Cook was able to produce an astonishing effect on an audience." (6)

Cook was awarded a two-year scholarship by the Pontypridd and Rhondda district of the South Wales Miners' Federation (SWMF) to the Central Labour College (CLC) in 1911. At the college he was deeply influenced by the ideas of Karl Marx. He did not return for his second year, instead becoming actively involved once more in the labour movement. He also helped establish the Industrial Democracy League and agitated for independent working-class education. (7)

Cook became a supporter of a new political creed called syndicalism. Cook argued "that the power of the workers to organise or disrupt their own production – their power to strike – was the only power which the owners were likely to recognise: the only power which might change the miners’ conditions and the only power which could eventually change society". This was in direct opposition to the Labour Party that advocated a parliamentary approach to socialism. (8)

Arthur J. Cook joined forces with two other syndicalists, Noah Ablett and William H. Mainwaring, to produce the pamphlet, The Miners' Next Step (1912). It stated: "That the organisation shall engage in political action, both local and national, on the basis of complete independence of, and hostility to all capitalist parties, with an avowed policy of wresting whatever advantage it can for the working class... Today the shareholders own and rule the coalfields. They own and rule them mainly through paid officials. The men who work in the mine are surely as competent to elect these, as shareholders who may never have seen a colliery. To have a vote in determining who shall be your fireman, manager, inspector, etc., is to have a vote in determining the conditions which shall rule your working life. On that vote will depend in a large measure your safety of life and limb, of your freedom from oppression by petty bosses, and would give you an intelligent interest in, and control over your conditions of work. To vote for a man to represent you in Parliament, to make rules for, and assist in appointing officials to rule you, is a different proposition altogether." (9)

In the autumn of 1913 Cook had written articles for the South Wales Worker in which he criticised newspapers like the Daily Mail for building-up hatred of Germany. In August 1914 Cook was sacked and was given fourteen days' notice to quit the company house he rented. This was seen as blatant victimisation by the local union lodges and demanded the company reinstate him. The management refused and so the union threatened strike action. Worried about the impact of the strike on their profits that gave Cook his job back. (10)

After the outbreak of the First World War was active in the opposition to the conflict. He was especially angry about the willingness of the government to spend such large sums on the military where they had been slow to deal with the problems of working-class poverty. In one article for the Porth Gazette, he argued "we must do our duty as trade unionists and as citizens to force the Government, who in one night could vote £100 millions for destruction of human life to see that justice is meted out to these unfortunates". (11)

In March 1915 the Miners' Federation of Great Britain (MFGB) demanded a twenty per cent wage increase to compensate for inflation. The coalowners refused to discuss a national wage rise, and negotiations reverted to the districts. Agreements were arrived at satisfactorily in most areas, but in South Wales the owners were only willing to offer ten per cent. In July the miners in South Wales went on strike. (12)

Walter Runciman, the President of the Board of Trade, met with miners leaders but was unable to obtain an agreement. H. H. Asquith, considered using the Munitions of War Act, which effectively made strike action illegal. David Lloyd George warned against this and he negotiated a settlement that quickly conceded nearly all of the miners demands. This included a 18½ per cent wage increase. (13)

Cook was a strong opponent of conscription and advised union members not to volunteer for the armed forces: "Daily I see signs amongst the working class with whom I move and work of a mighty awakening. The chloroforming pill of patriotism is failing in its power to drug the mind and consciousness of the worker. He is beginning to shudder at his stupidity in allowing himself to become a party to such a catastrophe as we see today. The chains of slavery are being welded tighter upon us than ever. The ruling classes are over-reaching themselves in their hurry to enslave us... Economic conditions are forcing the workers to think; the scales are falling from their eyes. Men are wanted to give a lead. Comrades I appeal to you to rouse your union to protect the liberties of its members". (14)

The high casualty-rate during 1916, especially at the Somme Offensive, prompted the government to draft men from essential industries who had hitherto been exempt from conscription. It was decided to take 20,000 miners from the pits and put them in the army. Cook took steps to obstruct the military's attempts to recruit men and posted notices at the local colleries advising miners to disobey instructions to report for army examination. Captain Lionel Lindsay, Chief Constable of Glamorgan applied to the Home Office to have him prosecuted but worried it would result in a strike the suggestion was turned down. (15)

At a mass meeting on 15th April 1917, Cook called for "peace by negotiations". In an article in The Merthyr Pioneer, he argued: "I am no pacifist when war is necessary to free my class from the enslavement of capitalism... As a worker I have more regard for the interests of my class than any nation. The interests of my class are not benefited by this war, hence my opposition. Comrades, let us take heart, there are thousands of miners in Wales who are prepared to fight for their class. War against war must be the workers' cry." (16)

Arthur J. Cook welcomed the Russian Revolution and according to a MI5 agent he told one meeting: "To hell with everybody bar my class. To me, the hand of the German and Austrian is the same as the hand of my fellow-workmen at home. I am an internationalist. Russia has taken the step, and it is due to Britain to second the same and secure peace and leave the war and its cost to the capitalist who made it for the profiteer." (17)

In November, 1917, the Chief Constable of Glamorgan once again reported the activities of Cook to the Home Office: "It was only reported to me by a Recruiting Officer last night that A. Cook, the agitator from the Lewis-Merthyr Colliery, Trehafod, Glamorgan, who I have frequently reported for disloyal utterances, without success, openly declared, whilst denouncing the Recruiting Authorities at Pontypridd, that if he decided that a man should not join the Army the Military Authorities would not dare to send him... Anyone with the slightest knowledge of human nature must be well aware that to punish a conceited upstart of this type, especially when he is a man of no real influence, like Cook, always gives universal satisfaction." (18)

Cook continued to make speeches against the war. When he visited the village of Ynyshir he called on miners to do what they could to bring the war to an end: "Are we going to allow this war to go on? The government wants a hundred thousand men. They demand fifty thousand immediately, and the Clyde workers would not allow the government to take them. Let us stand by them, and show them that Wales will do the same. I have two brothers in the army who were forced to join, but I say No! I will be shot before I go to fight. Are you going to allow us to be taken to the war? If so, I say there will not be a ton of coal for the navy." (19)

Once again Captain Lionel Lindsay contacted the Home Office: "As promised I enclose a list of the ILP and advanced Syndicalists employed at our collieries, who are really the cause of a good deal of the trouble in this part of the coalfield, not only at our own collieries, but also in the neighbourhood. Of this lot, Cook is by far the most dangerous. As he considers himself an orator he has most to say at the various meetings in the district, and without exception, the policy which he preaches is the down-tool policy, and he is also concerned with the peace-cranks." (20)

In March 1918 the Home Office acceded to Lindsay's pressure and Cook as arrested and charged with sedition, Charged under the Defence of the Realm Act and was found guilty "of making statements likely to cause disaffection to His Majesty among the civilian population" and was sentenced to three months' imprisonment. Miners in the Rhondda threatened strike action and Cook was released after serving only two months. (21)

After his release from prison, he became increasingly seen as a leader of the left in the Rhondda. In November, 1919, he was elected as miners' agent for the area. On 31st July, 1920, he became a founder member of the Communist Party of Great Britain (CPGB). However, he resigned from the party a few months later over disagreement over industrial policy and rejoined the Independent Labour Party (ILP).

In January 1921 his meteoric rise continued when he became a member of the executive of the Miners' Federation of Great Britain (MFGB). "A month later the decontrol of the mining industry was announced, with a consequent end to a national wages agreement and wage reductions. A three-month lock-out from April 1921 ended in defeat for the miners; at its end Cook was again gaoled for two months' hard labour for incitement and unlawful assembly". (22)

Will Paynter, later recorded: "Cook had been a union leader at the colliery next down the valley to where I worked and we heard much of his exploits there as a fighter for wages and particularly for pit safety... He was... a master of his craft on the platform. I attended many of his meetings when he came to the Rhondda and he was undoubtedly a great orator, and had terrific support throughout the coalfields." (23) During this period he developed a reputation as a great orator. John Sankey, a High Court Judge, once stood at the back of a crowded miners' meeting to hear Cook speak. "Within fifteen minutes half the audience was in tears and Sankey admitted to having the greatest difficulty in restraining himself from weeping." (24)

In 1924 Harry Pollitt was appointed General Secretary of the National Minority Movement, a Communist-led united front within the trade unions. Pollitt worked alongside Tom Mann and according to one document the plan was "not to organize independent revolutionary trade unions, or to split revolutionary elements away from existing organizations affiliated to the T.U.C. but to convert the revolutionary minority within each industry into a revolutionary majority." Cook and a large number of miners also joined this organisation. (25)

Newspapers became increasingly concerned about the political activities of Cook. The Daily Mail reported that at a Labour Party meeting he claimed that people such as Jimmy Thomas and Tom Shaw "had no political class consciousness, and that the Labour leaders and trade union leaders were square pegs in round holes. He was glad to find some Red Socialists in London. He hoped he would find more later". The newspaper quoted Cook as saying: "I believe solely and absolutely in Communism. If there is no place for the Communists in the Labour Party, there is no place for the Right Wingers. I believe in strikes. They are the only weapon". (26)

Cook and Herbert Smith, the president of the MFGB, found it difficult to work together. Margaret Morris has argued that "Smith was temperamentally and politically the antithesis of Cook. Where Cook was emotional and voluble, Smith was dour and short of words. He was an old-style union leader, used to dominating the miners in Yorkshire... Relations between Smith and Cook were not always harmonious; neither of them really trusted the other's judgement, but each could respect that the other was dedicated to serving the miners. Neither of them was a very good negotiator: Cook was too excitable, and Smith perhaps a little too defensive in his tactics." (27)

Frank Hodges, general secretary of the Miners' Federation of Great Britain (MFGB) was elected for Litchfield in the 1923 General Election. Under the rules of the union he now had to resign his post but he initially refused. It was not until he was appointed as Civil Lord of the Admiralty in the Labour Government that he agreed to go. However, his time in Parliament did not last long and he was defeated in the 1924 General Election. (28)

Arthur Cook went on to secure the official South Wales nomination and subsequently won the national ballot by 217,664 votes to 202,297. Fred Bramley, general secretary of the TUC, was appalled at Cook's election. He commented to his assistant, Walter Citrine: "Have you seen who has been elected secretary of the Miners' Federation? Cook, a raving, tearing Communist. Now the miners are in for a bad time." However, his victory was welcomed by Arthur Horner who argued that Cook represented “a time for new ideas - an agitator, a man with a sense of adventure”. (29)

On 30th June 1925 the mine-owners announced that they intended to reduce the miner's wages. Will Paynter later commented: "The coal owners gave notice of their intention to end the wage agreement then operating, bad though it was, and proposed further wage reductions, the abolition of the minimum wage principle, shorter hours and a reversion to district agreements from the then existing national agreements. This was, without question, a monstrous package attack, and was seen as a further attempt to lower the position not only of miners but of all industrial workers." (30)

On 23rd July, 1925, Ernest Bevin, the general secretary of the Transport & General Workers Union (TGWU), moved a resolution at a conference of transport workers pledging full support to the miners and full co-operation with the General Council in carrying out any measures they might decide to take. A few days later the railway unions also pledged their support and set up a joint committee with the transport workers to prepare for the embargo on the movement of coal which the General Council had ordered in the event of a lock-out." (31) It has been claimed that the railwaymen believed "that a successful attack on the miners would be followed by another on them." (32)

In an attempt to avoid a General Strike, the prime minister, Stanley Baldwin, invited the leaders of the miners and the mine owners to Downing Street on 29th July. The miners kept firm on what became their slogan: "Not a minute on the day, not a penny off the pay". Herbert Smith, the president of the National Union of Mineworkers, told Baldwin: "We have now to give". Baldwin insisted there would be no subsidy: "All the workers of this country have got to take reductions in wages to help put industry on its feet." (33)

The following day the General Council of the Trade Union Congress triggered a national embargo on coal movements. On 31st July, the government capitulated. It announced an inquiry into the scope and methods of reorganization of the industry, and Baldwin offered a subsidy that would meet the difference between the owners' and the miners' positions on pay until the new Commission reported. The subsidy would end on 1st May 1926. Until then, the lockout notices and the strike were suspended. This event became known as Red Friday because it was seen as a victory for working class solidarity. (34)

The Royal Commission was established under the chairmanship of Sir Herbert Samuel, to look into the problems of the Mining Industry. The commissioners took evidence from nearly eighty witnesses from both sides of the industry. They also received a great mass of written evidence, and visited twenty-five mines in various parts of Great Britain. The Samuel Commission published its report on 10th March 1926. Interest in it was so great that it sold over 100,000 copies. (35)

The Samuel Report was critical of the mine owners: "We cannot agree with the view presented to us by the mine owners that little can be done to improve the organization of the industry, and that the only practical course is to lengthen hours and to lower wages. In our view huge changes are necessary in other directions, and the large progress is possible". The report recognised that the industry needed to be reorganised but rejected the suggestion of nationalization. However, the report also recommended that the Government subsidy should be withdrawn and the miners' wages should be reduced. (36)

The National Union of Mineworkers was put in a difficult position when Jimmy Thomas, the general secretary of the National Union of Railwaymen (NUR), welcomed the Samuel Report as a "wonderful document". Arthur J. Cook, at the MFGB conference advised delegates not to reject the report outright, so as not to jeopardise the support of the TUC. He was aware of the need to appear reasonable, but he also reaffirmed his opposition to wage reductions: "I am of the opinion we have got the biggest fight of our lives in front of us, but we cannot fight alone." (37)

Cook toured the mining areas in an attempt to gain support for the proposed strike. It is claimed that he made as many as six speeches a day in an attempt to keep up the spirits of the miners. One former miner remembered: "Never were such vast crowds seen in the coalfields – perhaps never in Britain – as that which the Miners’ General Secretary, Mr. A.J. Cook addressed... He got, and held, the crowds. It was unusual to have a miners’ official going through the coalfields in this way... That Mr. Cook was a subject of great devotion was undeniable. He was a prophet among them. To this day men speak of those gatherings with awe." (38) John Scanlon pointed out that "when Mr Cook addressed meetings, he did not hold the lapels of his jacket as all good statesmen do. Mr Cook took his jacket off." (39)

Arthur Horner later recalled: "We spoke together at meetings all over the country. We had audiences, mostly of miners, running into thousands. Usually I was put on first. I would make a good, logical speech, and the audience would listen quietly, but without any wild enthusiasm. Then Cook would take the platform. Often he was tired, hoarse and sometimes almost inarticulate. But he would electrify the meeting. They would applaud and nod their heads in agreement when he said the most obvious things. For a long time I was puzzled, and then one night I realised why it was. I was speaking to the meeting. Cook was speaking for the meeting. He was expressing the thoughts of his audience, I was trying to persuade them. He was the burning expression of their anger at the iniquities which they were suffering." (40)

Kingsley Martin, a journalist with the Manchester Guardian, was a supporter of the miners but was not convinced that Cook was the best person to negotiate an end to the dispute: "Cook made a most interesting study - worn-out, strung on wires, carried in the rush of the tidal wave, afraid of the struggle, afraid, above all, though, of betraying his cause and showing signs of weakness. He'll break down for certain, but I fear not in time. He's not big enough, and in an awful muddle about everything. Poor devil and poor England. A man more unable to conduct a negotiation I never saw. Many Trade Union leaders are letting the men down; he won't, but he'll lose. And Socialism in England will be right back again." (41)

Beatrice Webb, one of the leaders of the Fabian Society, was also highly critical of Cook: "He is a loosely built ugly-featured man - looks low-caste - not at all the skilled artisan type, more the agricultural labourer. He is oddly remarkable in appearance because of his excitability of gesture, mobility of expression in his large-lipped mouth, glittering china-blue eyes, set close together in a narrow head with lanky yellow hair - altogether a man you watch with a certain admiring curiosity ... it is clear that he has no intellect and not much intelligence - he is a quivering mass of emotions, a mediumistic magnetic sort of creature - not without personal attractiveness - an inspired idiot, drunk with his own words, dominated by his own slogans. I doubt whether he even knows what he is going to say or what he has just said." (42)

David Kirkwood, took a different view of the general secretary of the MFGB: "The purpose of the General Strike was to obtain justice for the miners. The method was to hold the Government and the nation up to ransom. We hoped to prove that the nation could not get on without the workers. We believed that the people were behind us. We knew that the country had been stirred by our campaign on behalf of the miners. Arthur Cook, who talked from a platform like a Salvation Army preacher, had swept over the industrial districts like a hurricane. He was an agitator, pure and simple. He had no ideas about legislation or administration. He was a flame. Ramsay MacDonald called him a guttersnipe. That he certainly was not. He was utterly sincere, in deadly earnest, and burnt himself out in the agitation." (43)

Stanley Baldwin and his ministers had several meetings with both sides in order to avoid the strike. Thomas Jones, the Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, pointed out: "It is possible not to feel the contrast between the reception which Ministers give to a body of owners and a body of miners. Ministers are at ease at once with the former, they are friends jointly exploring a situation. There was hardly any indication of opposition or censure. It was rather a joint discussion of whether it was better to precipitate a strike or the unemployment which would result from continuing the present terms. The majority clearly wanted a strike." (44)

Considering themselves in a position of strength, the Mining Association now issued new terms of employment. These new procedures included an extension of the seven-hour working day, district wage-agreements, and a reduction in the wages of all miners. Depending on a variety of factors, the wages would be cut by between 10% and 25%. The mine-owners announced that if the miners did not accept their new terms of employment then from the first day of May they would be locked out of the pits. (45)

At the end of April 1926, the miners were locked out of the pits. A Conference of Trade Union Congress met on 1st May 1926, and afterwards announced that a General Strike "in defence of miners' wages and hours" was to begin two days later. The leaders of the Trade Union Council were unhappy about the proposed General Strike, and during the next two days frantic efforts were made to reach an agreement with the Conservative Government and the mine-owners. (46)

Ramsay MacDonald, the leader of the Labour Party refused to support the General Strike. MacDonald argued that strikes should not be used as a political weapon and that the best way to obtain social reform was through parliamentary elections. He was especially critical of Cook. He wrote in his diary: "It really looks tonight as though there was to be a General Strike to save Mr. Cook's face... The election of this fool as miners' secretary looks as though it would be the most calamitous thing that ever happened to the T.U. movement." (47)

The Trade Union Congress called the General Strike on the understanding that they would then take over the negotiations from the Miners' Federation. The main figure involved in an attempt to get an agreement was Jimmy Thomas. Talks went on until late on Sunday night, and according to Thomas, they were close to a successful deal when Stanley Baldwin broke off negotiations as a result of a dispute at the Daily Mail. (48)

What had happened was that Thomas Marlowe, the editor the newspaper, had produced a provocative leading article, headed "For King and Country", which denounced the trade union movement as disloyal and unpatriotic.The workers in the machine room, had asked for the article to be changed, when he refused they stopped working. Although, George Isaacs, the union shop steward, tried to persuade the men to return to work, Marlowe took the opportunity to phone Baldwin about the situation. (49)

The strike was unofficial and the TUC negotiators apologized for the printers' behaviour, but Baldwin refused to continue with the talks. "It is a direct challenge, and we cannot go on. I am grateful to you for all you have done, but these negotiations cannot continue. This is the end... The hotheads had succeeded in making it impossible for the more moderate people to proceed to try to reach an agreement." A letter was handed to the TUC negotiators that stated that the "gross interference with the freedom of the press" involved a "challenge to the constitutional rights and freedom of the nation". (50)

The General Strike began on 3rd May, 1926. The Trade Union Congress adopted the following plan of action. To begin with they would bring out workers in the key industries - railwaymen, transport workers, dockers, printers, builders, iron and steel workers - a total of 3 million men (a fifth of the adult male population). Only later would other trade unionists, like the engineers and shipyard workers, be called out on strike. Ernest Bevin, the general secretary of the Transport & General Workers Union (TGWU), was placed in charge of organising the strike. (51)

The TUC decided to publish its own newspaper, The British Worker, during the strike. Some trade unionists had doubts about the wisdom of not allowing the printing of newspapers. Workers on the Manchester Guardian sent a plea to the TUC asking that all "sane" newspapers be allowed to be printed. However, the TUC thought it would be impossible to discriminate along such lines. Permission to publish was sought by George Lansbury for Lansbury's Labour Weekly and H. N. Brailsford for the New Leader. The TUC owned Daily Herald also applied for permission to publish. Although all these papers could be relied upon to support the trade union case, permission was refused. (52)

The government reacted by publishing The British Gazette. Baldwin gave permission to Winston Churchill to take control of this venture and his first act was commandeer the offices and presses of The Morning Post, a right-wing newspaper. The company's workers refused to cooperate and non-union staff had to be employed. Baldwin told a friend that he gave Churchill the job because "it will keep him busy, stop him doing worse things". He added he feared that Churchill would turn his supporters "into an army of Bolsheviks". (53)

The government relied on volunteers to do the work of the strikers. Cass Canfield, worked in publishing until the strike began. "The British General Strike, which occurred in 1926, completely tied up the nation until the white-collar class went to work and restored some of the services. I remember watching gentlemen with Eton ties acting as porters in Waterloo Station; other volunteers drove railroad engines and ran buses. I was assigned to delivering newspapers and would report daily, before dawn, at the Horse Guards Parade in London. As time passed, the situation worsened; barbed wire appeared in Hyde Park, and big guns. Winston Churchill went down to the docks in an attempt to quell the rioting. For a couple of days there were no newspapers, and that was hardest of all to bear for no one knew what was going to happen next and everyone feared the outbreak of widespread violence. Finally, a single-sheet government handout appeared - the British Gazette - and people breathed easier, but settlement of the issues dividing labor and the government appeared to be insoluble." (54)

However, most members of the Labour Party supported the strikers. This included Margaret Cole, who worked for the Fabian Research Department, pointed out: "Some members of the Labour Club formed a University Strike Committee, which set itself three main jobs; to act as liaison between Oxford and Eccleston Square, then the headquarters of the TUC and the Labour Party, to get out strike bulletins and propaganda leaflets for the local committees, and to spread them and knowledge of the issues through the University and the nearby villages." (55)

In his book on the the General Strike, the historian Christopher Farman, studied the way the media dealt with this important industrial dispute. John C. Davidson, the Chairman of the Conservative Party, was given responsibility for the way the media should report the strike. "As soon as it became evident that newspaper production would be affected by the strike, Davidson arranged to bring the British Broadcasting Company under his effective control... no news was broadcast during the crisis until it had first been personality vetted by Davidson... Each of the five daily news bulletins plus a daily 'appreciation of the situation', which took the place of newspaper editorials, were drafted by Gladstone Murray in conjunction with Munro and then submitted to Davidson for his approval before being transmitted from the BBC's London station at Savoy Hill." (56)

As part of the government propaganda campaign, the BBC reported that public transport was functioning again and after the first week of the strike it announced that most railmen had returned to work. This was in fact untrue as 97% of National Union of Railwaymen members remained on strike. It was true that volunteers were emerging from training and that more trains were in service. However, there was a sharp increase in accidents and several passengers were killed during the strike. Unskilled volunteers were also accused of causing thousands of pounds' worth of damage. (57)

Several politicians representing the Conservative Party and the Liberal Party, appeared on BBC radio and made vicious attacks on the trade union movement. William Graham, the Labour Party MP for Edinburgh Central, wrote to John Reith, the BBC's managing director, suggesting that he should allow "a representative Labour or Trade Union leader to state the case for the miners and other workers in this crisis". (58)

Ramsay MacDonald, the leader of the Labour Party, also contacted Reith and asked for permission to broadcast his views. Reith recorded in his diary: "He (MacDonald) said he was anxious to give a talk. He sent a manuscript along... with a friendly note offering to make any alterations which I wanted... I sent it at once to Davidson for him to ask the Prime Minister, strongly recommending that he should allow it to be done." The idea was rejected and Reith argued: "I do not think that they treat me altogether fairly. They will not say we are to a certain extent controlled and they make me take the onus of turning people down. They are quite against MacDonald broadcasting, but I am certain it would have done no harm to the Government. Of course it puts me in a very awkward and unfair position. I imagine it comes chiefly from the PM's difficulties with the Winston lot." (59)

When he heard the news, MacDonald, wrote Reith an angry letter, calling "for an opportunity for the fair-minded and reasonable public to hear Labour's point of view". Anne Perkins, the author of A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) has argued that if the government had accepted the proposal and people had "heard an Opposition voice would certainly have done something to restore the faith of millions of working-class people who had lost confidence in the BBC's potential to be a national institution and a reliable and trustworthy source of news." (60)

At the same time Stanley Baldwin was allowed to make several broadcasts on the BBC. Baldwin "had recognized the importance of the new medium from its inception... now, with an expert blend of friendliness and firmness, he repeated that the strike had first to be called off before negotiations could resume, but repudiated the suggestion that the Government was fighting to lower the standard of living of the miners or of any other section of the workers". (61)

In one broadcast Baldwin argued: "A solution is within the grasp of the nation the instant that the trade union leaders are willing to abandon the General Strike. I am a man of peace. I am longing and working for peace, but I will not surrender the safety and security of the British Constitution. You placed me in power eighteen months ago by the largest majority accorded to any party for many years. Have I done anything to forfeit that confidence? Cannot you trust me to ensure a square deal, to secure even justice between man and man?" (62)

By 12th May, 1926, most of the daily newspapers had resumed publication. The Daily Express reported that the "strike had a broken back" and it would be all over by the end of the week. (63) Harold Harmsworth, Lord Rothermere, was extremely hostile to the strike and all his newspapers reflected this view. The Daily Mirror stated that the "workers have been led to take part in this attempt to stab the nation in the back by a subtle appeal to the motives of idealism in them." (64) The Daily Mail claimed that the strike was one of "the worst forms of human tyranny". (65)

Walter Citrine, the general secretary of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), was desperate to bring an end to the General Strike. He argued that it was important to reopen negotiations with the government. His view was "the logical thing is to make the best conditions while our members are solid". Baldwin refused to talk to the TUC while the General Strike persisted. Citrine therefore contacted Jimmy Thomas, the general secretary of the National Union of Railwaymen (NUR), who shared this view of the strike, and asked him to arrange a meeting with Herbert Samuel, the Chairman of the Royal Commission on the Coal Industry. (66)

Without telling the miners, the TUC negotiating committee met Samuel on 7th May and they worked out a set of proposals to end the General Strike. These included: (i) a National Wages Board with an independent chairman; (ii) a minimum wage for all colliery workers; (iii) workers displaced by pit closures to be given alternative employment; (iv) the wages subsidy to be renewed while negotiations continued. However, Samuel warned that subsequent negotiations would probably mean a reduction in wages. These terms were accepted by the TUC negotiating committee, but were rejected by the executive of the Miners' Federation. (67)

Citrine wrote in his diary: "Miner after miner got up and, speaking with intensity of feeling, affirmed that the miners could not go back to work on a reduction in wages. Was all this sacrifice to be in vain?" Citrine quoted Cook as saying: "Gentleman, I know the sacrifice you have made. You do not want to bring the miners down. Gentlemen, don't do it. You want your recommendations to be a common policy with us, but that is a hard thing to do." (68)

On the 11th May, at a meeting of the Trade Union Congress General Committee, it was decided to accept the terms proposed by Herbert Samuel and to call off the General Strike. The following day, the TUC General Council visited 10 Downing Street and the TUC attempted to persuade the Government to support the Samuel proposals and to offer a guarantee that there would be no victimization of strikers.

Baldwin refused but did say if the miners returned to work on the current conditions he would provide a subsidy for six weeks and then there would be the pay cuts that the Mine Owners Association wanted to impose. He did say that he would legislate for the amalgamation of pits, introduce a welfare levy on profits and introduce a national wages board. The TUC negotiators agreed to this deal. As Lord Birkenhead, a member of the Government was to write later, the TUC's surrender was "so humiliating that some instinctive breeding made one unwilling even to look at them." (69)

Baldwin already knew that the Mine Owners Association would not agree to the proposed legislation. They had already told Baldwin that he must not meddle in the coal industry. It would be "impossible to continue the conduct of the industry under private enterprise unless it is accorded the same freedom from political interference that is enjoyed by other industries." (70)

To many trade unionists, Walter Citrine had betrayed the miners. A major factor in this was money. Strike pay was haemorrhaging union funds. Information had been leaked to the TUC leaders that there were cabinet plans originating with Winston Churchill to introduce two potentially devastating pieces of legislation. "The first would stop all trade union funds immediately. The second would outlaw sympathy strikes. These proposals would... make it impossible for the trade unions' own legally held and legally raised funds to be used for strike pay, a powerful weapon to drive trade unionists back to work." (71)

Arthur Pugh, the President of the Trade Union Congress, and Jimmy Thomas, the general secretary of the National Union of Railwaymen (NUR), informed the Miners' Federation of Great Britain leaders, that if the General Strike was terminated the government would instruct the owners to withdraw their notices, allowing the miners to return to work on the "status quo" while the wage reductions and reorganisation machinery were negotiated. Cook asked what guarantees the TUC had that the government would introduce the promised legislation, Thomas replied: "You may not trust my word, but will not accept the word of a British gentleman who has been Governor of Palestine". (72)

Jennie Lee, was a student at Edinburgh University when her father, a miner in Lochgelly in Scotland. During the lock-out she returned to help her family. "Until the June examinations were over I was chained to my books, but I worked with a darkness around me. What was happening in the coalfield? How were they managing? Once I was free to go home to Lochgelly my spirits rose. When you are in the thick of a fight there is a certain exhilaration that keeps you going." (73)

When the General Strike was terminated, the miners were left to fight alone. Cook appealed to the public to support them in the struggle against the Mine Owners Association: "We still continue, believing that the whole rank and file will help us all they can. We appeal for financial help wherever possible, and that comrades will still refuse to handle coal so that we may yet secure victory for the miners' wives and children who will live to thank the rank and file of the unions of Great Britain." (74)

Newspapers relentlessly attacked Cook during the lock-out: "The press had hated Cook ever since he was first elected. Now, in the full flow of the lock-out, they brought out all the tricks of the trade to damage him... By use of demonology - the study of the devil - they sought to detach the miners’ leader from the miners. All Cook’s qualities were described as characteristics of the devil. His passionate oratory became demagogy; his unswerving principles became fanaticism; his short, stooping stature became the deformity of some gnome or imp. In particular, Cook’s independence of mind and thought was turned into its opposite. He was the tool of others, the plaything of a foreign power". (75)

The Morning Post reported a speech made by Sir Henry Page Croft, a right-wing Conservative Party MP who had been issuing favourable statements about Italy's new leader, Benito Mussolini. "I want to warn you most seriously that the government of Russia is making war on this country daily... Mr Cook (cries of ‘Shoot Him!’, ‘Lynch Him!’) has declared that he is a Bolshevik and is proud to be a humble disciple of Lenin. He is treating the miners of this country whom we all respect and honour as cannon fodder in order to achieve his vainglorious ambitions." (76)

Despite these attacks Cook remained the support of most of his members. A miner's wife was quoted as saying: "Cook is trusted implicitly. The malicious attacks of the capitalist Press only serve to strengthen the loyalty the miners and their wives feel for him.". (77) Ellen Wilkinson, a young left-wing Labour MP, wrote: "In thousands of homes all over the country, and particularly miners’ homes, there is hanging today, in the place of honour, the picture of A.J. Cook. He is without a shadow of a doubt the hero of the working women." (78)

On 21st June 1926, the British Government introduced a Bill into the House of Commons that suspended the miners' Seven Hours Act for five years - thus permitting a return to an 8 hour day for miners. In July the mine-owners announced new terms of employment for miners based on the 8 hour day. As Anne Perkins has pointed out this move "destroyed any notion of an impartial government". (79)

Cook toured the coalfields making passionate speeches in order to keep the strike going: "I put my faith to the women of these coalfields. I cannot pay them too high a tribute. They are canvassing from door to door in the villages where some of the men had signed on. The police take the blacklegs to the pits, but the women bring them home. The women shame these men out of scabbing. The women of Notts and Derby have broken the coal owners. Every worker owes them a debt of fraternal gratitude." (80)

Hardship forced men to begin to drift back to the mines. By the end of August, 80,000 miners were back, an estimated ten per cent of the workforce. 60,000 of those men were in two areas, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. "Cook set up a special headquarters there and rushed from meeting to meeting. He was like a beaver desperately trying to dam the flood. When he spoke, in, say, Hucknall, thousands of miners who had gone back to work would openly pledge to rejoin the strike. They would do so, perhaps for two or three days, and then, bowed down by shame and hunger, would drift back to work." (81)

Herbert Smith and Arthur Cook had a meeting with government representatives on 26th August, 1926. By this stage Cook was willing to do a deal with the government than Smith. Cook asked Winston Churchill: "Do you agree that an honourably negotiated settlement is far better than a termination of struggle by victory or defeat by one side? Is there no hope that now even at this stage the government could get the two sides together so that we could negotiate a national agreement and see first whether there are not some points of agreement rather than getting right up against our disagreements." (82) According to Beatrice Webb "if it were not for the mule-like obstinacy of Herbert Smith, A. Cook would settle on any terms." (83)

This meeting revealed the differences between Smith and Cook. "After a wary start the two seem to have developed a mutual respect during their many hours of shared stress. By the middle of the lock-out, however, they seem to have drifted on to different. wavelengths. Undoubtedly Cook felt Smith's obstinacy to be impractical and damaging. Smith, however, as MFGB President, was the Federation's chief spokesman, and Cook could not officially or openly dissociate himself from Smith's position. The MFGB special conference had granted the officials unfettered negotiating power, but Smith seems to have grown more stubborn as the miners' bargaining position worsened. One may admire his spirit, but not his wisdom. It is likely that by this time Smith reflected a minority view within the Federation Executive, but as President his position was unchallengeable, and there was no public dissent at his inflexibility. Cook, meanwhile, had embraced a conciliatory, face-saving position: he was only too aware of the drift back to work in some areas; he saw the deteriorating condition of many miners and their families." (84)

In October, 1926, G. D. Cole of the Labour Research Department, published The Coal Shortage: Why the Miners Will Win, with a foreword by Cook. It pointed out that the strike had a very damaging impact on the British economy. Pig iron production, which had averaged 538,000 tons a month from January to April, was down to 14,000 tons in August. Steel production, 697,000 tons a month from January to April, had slumped to 52,000 tons. The president of the Federation of British Industries, Sir Max Muspratt, had estimated the total cost of the strike to the beginning of October was £541 million. "By the end of the year the loss would amount to between £1,000 and £1,500 million." (85)

By the end of November 1926 most miners had reported back to work. Will Paynter remained loyal to the strike although he knew they had no chance of winning. "The miners' lock-out dragged on through the months of 1926 and really was petering-out when the decision came to end it. We had fought on alone but in the end we had to accept defeat spelt out in further wage-cuts." (86)

Cook remained defiant and argued on 28th November, 1926: "I declare publicly, with full knowledge of all that it means, that the Miners' Federation will leave no stone unturned to rebuild its forces, to remove the eight hour day, to establish one union for the miners of Great Britain, and a national agreement for the mining industry... We have lost ground, but we shall regain it in a very short time buy using both our industrial and political machines." (87)

As one historian pointed out: "Many miners found they had no jobs to return to as many coal-owners used the eight-hour day to reduce their labour force while maintaining productions levels. Victimisation was practised widely. Militants were often purged from payrolls. Blacklists were drawn up and circulated among employers; many energetic trade unionists never worked in a it again after 1926. Following months of existence on meague lockout payments and charity, many miners' families were sucked by unemployment, short-term working, debts and low wages into abject poverty." (88)

In December, 1926, Cook visited the Soviet Union and thanked officials for donations made during the General Strike.
Russian workers, he pointed out, contributed more to the strike fund than the combined contributions of unions affiliated to the TUC. At the end of the tour he commented: "I promise to devote all my powers to Lenin's doctrines and to the colossal work begun by him as his sincere and loving disciple. Long live the Soviets! Long Live the Revolution!... I return (to Britain) encouraged for the great class war... May the English revolution come soon." (89)

This statement increased the hostility of the press towards Cook. Leaders of the Labour Party also attacked Cook. Ramsay MacDonald claimed that "in all my experience of trade union leadership... I have never known one so incompetent." (90) Philip Snowden claimed that Cook had wrecked the Miners' Federation of Great Britain and "given the mineowners a power they have never before possessed, given the Conservative government an excuse for lengthening hours and making a general attack upon trade union rights, reduced practically every trade union to a state of bankruptcy and inflicted permanent injury upon British trade." (91)

In 1927 the British Government passed the Trade Disputes and Trade Union Act. This act made all sympathetic strikes illegal, ensured the trade union members had to voluntarily 'contract in' to pay the political levy to the Labour Party, forbade Civil Service unions to affiliate to the TUC, and made mass picketing illegal. As A. P. Taylor has pointed out: "The attack on Labour party finance came ill from the Conservative s who depended on secret donations from rich men." (92)

Miners' Federation of Great Britain saw a major drop in membership. "The union was lucky to survive at all. In many places, it didn’t. At Maerdy pit, in South Wales, the proud flagship of the Federation for a quarter of a century, the owners wreaked terrible revenge. They refused to recognise the union, and victimised anyone known to be a member. In 1927 there were 377 employed members of the lodge at Maerdy; in 1928, only eight... This was not because the overall unemployment figures were falling - quite the reverse. It was just that to stand any chance of getting work, men were forced to leave the union (or the area)." (93)

Despite its victory over the trade union movement, the public turned against Stanley Baldwin and his conservative government. Between 1926 and 1929 the Labour Party won all the thirteen by-elections that took place. Cook made his peace with the Labour leadership and in February, he attended a meeting with the Labour leaders in which he agreed a way forward. In a speech he made the following month he argued "I have fought for and will continue to fight for a Labour government as a step to socialism; to repeal the pernicious 8-hours Act; to secure a Minimum Wage, adequate pensions at 60, nationalisation of the mines, minerals and by-products. A Labour government would bring new life and hope to the workers; it would increase faith in trade unionism and would lead us nearer to socialism." (94)

In the 1929 General Election Labour won 287 seats and its leader, Ramsay MacDonald, formed the next government. However, it soon became clear that MacDonald was not willing to keep his promises. The Eight Hours Bill was not repealed, there were no provisions for adequate pensions at 60, a minimum wage for miners or any plans to nationalise the industry. "He saw very quickly that the Labour government was not bringing new life and hope to the workers. Instead, it brought more unemployment, more sickness and more despair. He noticed that in two years the government had decreased faith in trade unionism and had postponed any socialism by as long as anyone could see into the future". (95)

He explained his disillusionment with Labour government in a letter to the prime minister. "I think you should know how some of us feel in regard to the action of the Labour Cabinet towards the mineworkers. I am terribly disappointed at the shabby way our men have been treated in the face of the attacks of the coal owners especially in South Wales. I think a Labour government would defend its own Mines Act and put up a fight against the coal owners attacking the mineworkers - but no - we are left to battle alone against the most vicious set of capitalists existing in this country. We have had nothing but lavish promises from a Labour government which makes it difficult and impossible for some of us to defend (it) in the future. It appears to me that our only hope is in our trade union movement. Had it not been for the splendid fight put up by the South Wales miners, huge reductions would have been forced upon them." (96)

Cook's health went into decline after the General Strike. Ignoring all advice he refused to reduce his workload, and continuously drove himself to the point of breakdown. His failure to seek medical attention for an injury to his leg that had been aggravated by a kick from a demonstrator, resulted in its amputation above the knee on 19th January 1931. One of his visitors in hospital was Oswald Mosley, the Labour Party MP for Smethwick, and was the only trade union leader who agreed to sign his manifesto that urged the government to provide old-age pensions at sixty, the raising of the school-leaving age and more public spending to cut unemployment, and a programme of public works. However, he refused to join his New Party. (97)

Within six weeks of his operation Cook was back at work equipped with a cork leg and crutches. However, in July he was diagnosed with cancer. In September he attended the Trade Union Congress in Bristol against doctor's orders, and there he told a reporter that he knew he was "for it". Later that month he had a cancerous growth from his neck. However, he also suffering from lung cancer. (98)

The 1931 General Election was held on 27th October, 1931. MacDonald led an anti-Labour alliance made up of Conservatives and National Liberals. It was a disaster for the Labour Party with only 46 members winning their seats. Several leading Labour figures, including Arthur Henderson, John R. Clynes, Arthur Greenwood, Charles Trevelyan, Herbert Morrison, Emanuel Shinwell, Frederick Pethick-Lawrence, Hugh Dalton, Susan Lawrence, William Wedgwood Benn, and Margaret Bondfield lost their seats.

Cook told Ben Tillett that he was very upset by the election result. "He (Arthur Cook) was terribly agitated about the Labour Party's collapse in the election, and said to me, What has happened to the multitude to desert you and other old friends like this? I tried to soothe him, and assured him that the cause was not dead, and would rise again. He grasped my hand and held it for about ten minutes, saying beseechingly, Don't go, old man. Don't leave me. Then he seemed to pause a little, and murmured, Goodbye, Ben. I left him then, knowing that the end was very near. (99)

Cook's condition remained critical for several days, and he finally died aged 47 on 2nd November, 1931. "Apparently his last words were to a nurse who was watching over him - it was a cold night, and he told her to go and warm herself; she returned to find him dead." (100)

Arthur James Cook was cremated at Golders Green. Ernest Bevin was one of those who paid tribute to him. "I know of no man in the Miners' Federation who had fought so hard and yet created such an extraordinary love for himself in the hearts of miners as Arthur Cook. He was abused probably more than any other man of his generation, and yet all the time he worked and fought, guided by the highest motives." (101)

Today the shareholders own and rule the coalfields. To vote for a man to represent you in Parliament, to make rules for, and assist in appointing officials to rule you, is a different proposition altogether.

Our objective begins to take shape before your eyes. Every industry thoroughly organized, in the first place, to fight, to gain control of, and then to administer, that industry. The co-ordination of all industries on a Central Production Board, who, with a statistical department to ascertain the needs of the people, will issue its demands on the different departments of industry, leaving to the men themselves to determine under what conditions and how, the work shall be done. This would mean real democracy in real life, making for real manhood and womanhood. Any other form of democracy is a delusion and a snare.

Every fight for, and victory won by the men, will inevitably assist them in arriving at a clearer conception of the responsibilities and duties before them. It will also assist them to see, that so long as Shareholders are permitted to continue their ownership, or the State administers on behalf of the Shareholders, slavery and oppression are bound to be the rule in industry. And with this realization, the age-long oppression of Labour will draw to its end. The weary sigh of the overdriven slave, pitilessly exploited and regarded as an animated tool or beast of burden: the mediaeval serf fast bound to the soil, and life-long prisoner on his lord's domain, subject to all the caprices of his lord's lust or anger: the modern wageslave, with nothing but his labour to sell, selling that, with his manhood as a wrapper, in the world's market place for a mess of pottage: these three phases of slavery, each in their turn inevitable and unavoidable, will have exhausted the possibilities of slavery, and mankind shall at last have leisure and inclination to really live as men, and not as the beasts which perish.

Daily I see signs amongst the working class with whom I move and work of a mighty awakening. Comrades I appeal to you to rouse your union to protect the liberties of its members. An industrial truce was entered into by our leaders behind our backs which had opened the way for any encroachment upon our rights and liberties. Away with the industrial truce! We must not stand by and allow the workers to be exploited and our liberties taken away.

I am no pacifist when war is necessary to free my class from the enslavement of capitalism... The interests of my class are not benefitted by this war, hence my opposition. War against war must be the workers' cry.

It was only reported to me by a Recruiting Officer last night that A. Anyone with the slightest knowledgee of human nature must be well aware that to punish a conceited upstart of this type, especially when he is a man of no real influence, like Cook, always gives universal satisfaction.

Are we going to allow this war to go on? The government wants a hundred thousand men. I have two brothers in the army who were forced to join, but I say "No!" I will be shot before I go to fight. Are you going to allow us to be taken to the war? If so, I say there will not be a ton of coal for the navy.

As promised I enclose a list of the ILP and advanced Syndicalists employed at our collieries, who are really the cause of a good deal of the trouble in this part of the coalfield, not only at our own collieries, but also in the neighbourhood. As he considers himself an orator he has most to say at the various meetings in the district, and without exception, the policy which he preaches is the down-tool policy, and he is also concerned with the peace-cranks.

The secretary of the miners' union was, at this time, A. Cook, an eloquent agitator, who coined the slogan around which all miners rallied: "Not a penny off the pay; not a minute on the day." Cook had been a union leader at the colliery next down the valley to where I worked and we heard much of his exploits there as a fighter for wages and particularly for pit safety. He later became a miners' agent for the Rhondda, and I remember discussing his work as an agent with the officials of the Cymmer lodge some years later, when I became a member of the committee. They supported his candidature for national secretary in 1924, but did not regard him as a good negotiator at pit level. He was, however, a master of his craft on the platform. I attended many of his meetings when he came to the Rhondda and he was undoubtedly a great orator, and had terrific support throughout the coalfields. He frequently said: "When you hear that A.J. has been dining with royalty, he will have deserted you." When he came back to Porth just after dining with the Prince of Wales, he was accused by the men at the meeting of having broken faith with them. These men were largely from the pit where he had previously worked and their accusations must have hurt him deeply.

Mr A.J. Cook, the secretary of the Miners’ Federation, was the guest of a social evening held by the Holborn Labour Party at 16 Harpur Street, Theobalds Road, WC, last night. Mr Cook said that Mr J.H. Thomas and Mr Tom Shaw had no political class consciousness, and that the Labour leaders and trade union leaders were square pegs in round holes. He hoped he would find more later. Mr Cook added: “I believe solely and absolutely in Communism. They are the only weapon”.

A wild but hypnotic orator, whose revolutionary fervour was flavoured with the religious revivalism of his days as a Baptist lay preacher, his pithead meetings drew crowds even greater than those which had listened to Keir Hardie. In private conversation often in tears himself when describing the privations of the miners, Cook was able to produce an astonishing effect on an audience. Lord Sankey, a High Court Judge who chaired the Royal Commission on the mining industry in 1919, once stood at the back of a crowded miners' meeting to hear Cook speak. Within fifteen minutes half the audience was in tears and Sankey admitted to having the greatest difficulty in restraining himself from weeping.

26th April, 1926: Cook made a most interesting study - worn-out, strung on wires, carried in the rush of the tidal wave, afraid of the struggle, afraid, above all, though, of betraying his cause and showing signs of weakness. And Socialism in England will be right back again.

He is a loosely built ugly-featured man - looks low-caste - not at all the skilled artisan type, more the agricultural labourer. I doubt whether he even knows what he is going to say or what he has just said.

The Great Depression is usually placed in the 1930s, when unemployment climbed to over three million. The Great Depression in the South Wales coalfield started immediately after, and as a direct result of, the Miners’ Lock-out. The poverty of the mining families, especially those in the more militant pits where the sackings and victimisations were the hardest, is, literally, unimaginable. Those that could afford the journey left the area. Other miners simply drifted away from their families to seek some sort of work during the week in or around London, or to beg in the London streets. Almost as soon as he got back to his office in Russell Square, Cook found himself besieged by South Wales miners who came to the offices day by day to beg for money or a crust of bread.

I think you should know how some of us feel in regard to the action of the Labour Cabinet towards the mineworkers. Had it not been for the splendid fight put up by the South Wales miners, huge reductions would have been forced upon them.

He (Arthur Cook) was terribly agitated about the Labour Party's collapse in the election, and said to me, "What has happened to the multitude to desert you and other old friends like this?" I tried to soothe him, and assured him that the cause was not dead, and would rise again. He grasped my hand and held it for about ten minutes, saying beseechingly, "Don't go, old man. Don't leave me." Then he seemed to pause a little, and murmured, "Goodbye, Ben." I left him then, knowing that the end was very near.

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(1) Hywel Francis, Arthur James Cook : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(2) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 3

(3) Arthur J. Cook, autobiographical notes in the TUC Library (file CT/C)

(4) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(5) Bob Holman, Keir Hardie: Labour's Greatest Hero? (2010) page 166

(6) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) page 29

(7) Hywel Francis, Arthur James Cook : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(8) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(9) Arthur J. Cook, Noah Ablett and William H. Mainwaring, The Miners' Next Step (1912) pages 19-20

(10) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) pages 22-23

(11) Arthur J. Cook, The Porth Gazette (3rd October, 1914)

(12) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 23

(13) Chris Wrigley, David Lloyd George and the British Labour Movement (1976) page 127

(14) Arthur J. Cook, The Merthyr Pioneer (15th April, 1916)

(15) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) pages 26-27

(16) Arthur J. Cook, The Merthyr Pioneer (3rd March, 1917)

(17) File on A. Cook (Public Record Office: HO 45/10743/263275) (8g)

(18) Captain Lionel Lindsay, Chief Constable of Glamorgan, report to the Home Office (24th November 1917)

(19) Arthur J. Cook, speech in Ynyshir (20th January 1918)

(20) Captain Lionel Lindsay, Chief Constable of Glamorgan, report to the Home Office (24th November 1917)

(21) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) pages 31-32

(22) Hywel Francis, Arthur James Cook : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(23) Will Paynter, My Generation (1972) page 31

(24) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) page 29

(25) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(26) The Daily Mail (21st June 1924)

(27) Margaret Morris, The General Strike (1976) page 127

(28) Keith Davies, Frank Hodges : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(29) Frank McLynn, The Road Not Taken: How Britain Narrowly Missed a Revolution (2013) page 395

(30) Will Paynter, My Generation (1972) page 30

(31) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) page 40

(32) Tony Lane, The Union Makes us Strong (1974) page 121

(33) Alan Bullock, The Life and Times of Ernest Bevin (1960) page 277

(34) Anne Perkins, A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) page 53

(35) Julian Symons, The General Strike (1957) page 32

(36) The Samuel Report (11th March, 1926)

(37) A. Cook, speech (12th March, 1926)

(38) John James Lawson, The Man in the Cap. The Life of Herbert Smith (1941) pages 215-6

(39) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(40) Arthur Horner, Incorrigible Rebel (1960) page 72

(41) Kingsley Martin, diary entry (26th April, 1926)

(42) Beatrice Webb, diary entry (10th September, 1926)

(43) David Kirkwood, My Life of Revolt (1935) page 231

(44) Thomas Jones, Whitehall Diaries: Volume II (1969) page 16

(45) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 95

(46) Margaret Morris, The General Strike (1976) page 214

(47) Ramsay MacDonald, diary entry (3rd May, 1926)

(48) Hamilton Fyfe, Behind the Scenes of the Great Strike (1926) page 24

(49) Hamilton Fyfe, Thomas Marlowe : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(50) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) pages 139-140

(51) Julian Symons, The General Strike (1957) pages 137-138

(52) Margaret Morris, The General Strike (1976) page 241

(53) John C. Davidson, Memoirs of a Conservative (1969) page 238

(54) Cass Canfield, Up and Down and Around (1971) pages 86-87

(55) Margaret Cole, Growing up into Revolution (1949) page 123

(56) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) page 183

(57) Anne Perkins, A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) pages 203-204

(58) William Graham, letter to John Reith (9th May, 1926)

(59) John Reith, diary entry (10th May, 1926)

(60) Anne Perkins, A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) page 214

(61) Christopher Farman, The General Strike: Britain's Aborted Revolution? (1972) page 190

(62) Stanley Baldwin, BBC broadcast (8th May, 1926)

(63) The Daily Express (12th May, 1926)

(64) The Daily Mirror (12th May, 1926)

(65) The Daily Mail (13th May, 1926)

(66) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 99

(67) Julian Symons, The General Strike (1957) pages 198-199

(68) Walter Citrine, Men and Work (1964) page 194

(69) Frank McLynn, The Road Not Taken: How Britain Narrowly Missed a Revolution (2013) page 461

(70) Charles Loch Mowat, Britain Between the Wars (1955) page 332

(71) Anne Perkins, A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) page 199

(72) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 99

(73) Jennie Lee, My Life With Nye (1980) page 43

(74) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) pages 102-103

(75) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(76) The Morning Post (10th June, 1926)

(77) The Sunday Worker (18th July 1926)

(78) The Sunday Worker (6th June 1926)

(79) Anne Perkins, A Very British Strike: 3 May-12 May 1926 (2007) page 255

(80) A. Cook, The Miner (28th August, 1926)

(81) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(82) A. Cook, minutes of Miners' Federation of Great Britain concerning meeting with Winston Churchill (26th August, 1926)

(83) Beatrice Webb, diary entry (August, 1926)

(84) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 121

(85) G. Cole, The Coal Shortage: Why the Miners Will Win (October, 1926)

(86) Will Paynter, My Generation (1972) page 31

(87) A. Cook, statement (28th November, 1926)

(88) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 134

(89) The Times (1st January, 1927)

(90) Ramsay MacDonald, letter to Arthur J. Cook (14th January, 1927)

(91) Philip Snowden, Reynold's Illustrated News (2nd January, 1927)

(92) A. Taylor, English History: 1914-1945 (1965) page 318

(93) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(94) A. Cook, speech (March, 1929)

(95) Paul Foot, An Agitator of the Worst Type (January, 1986)

(96) Arthur J. Cook, letter to Ramsay MacDonald (9th January, 1931)

(97) Hywel Francis, Arthur James Cook : Oxford Dictionary of National Biography (2004-2014)

(98) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 183

(99) Ben Tillett, The Daily Express (3rd November, 1931)

(100) Paul Davies, A. Cook (1987) page 184

(101) Ernest Bevin, speech (5th November, 1931)

Harold J. Cook

Harold John Cook FRCP (born 1952) is John F. Nickoll Professor of History at Brown University and was Director of the Wellcome Trust Centre for the History of Medicine at University College, London (UCL) from 2000 to 2009, and was the Queen Wilhelmina Visiting Professor of History at Columbia University in New York during the 2007-2008 academic year. [1]

Prof. Cook's research interest include a number of related projects on the ways by which medical knowledge was exchanged between distant locations. More generally, he is interested in the ways in which challenges and opportunities for the field of the history of medicine are unfolding in the context of recent developments in global history. [1]

Cook is co-editor of the journal Medical History, serves on a number of advisory boards and professional bodies, and has been elected to an honorary Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians. [1]

Arthur J. Cook - History

Obituary

Arthur J. Cook, 79, of Salem, NH died Thursday, Oct. 31st at his home.

Arthur was a lifelong Salem resident, the son of the late Anna and Albert Cook. He served in the US Army. Arthur enjoyed working, hunting and fishing. He and his wife, own and operate Cook’s Trailer Park.

He was predeceased by his brother Francis Cook and his sister Arlene Leighton.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Alice (Durocher) Cook of Salem,
His 4 children, Arthur “Tuggy” Cook and his wife Heidi of Salem,
Cindy Gregory of Pelham, NH, Beatrice Cook of Cape Coral, FL and
Christine Chambers of Salem,
his brother, Raymond Cook of Kentucky and his sister, Jeannette Clanton of Florida
8 grandchildren, Danielle, Jonathan, Nicholas, Brittany, Matthew, Brandon, Dale and Desiree and great granddaughter, Nayeli

Allen Family History Page

The Allen Family has been in New York State since the early 19th century.

We had traced this branch of our family back to William P Allen of Orleans County - then found ourselves unable to go back any further. We thought he was born in Oneida County NY, but his son George said on the 1900 census that his Father had been born in Ohio! We were unable to sort it out for several years until we discovered the material that Mr. Jeff Knapp of Mesa Arizona had posted on his website. Jeff's information, taken from a family bible, solved several problems and took us back another generation! Recently we gained more ground when we found out that Margarette BANDALB found in the Knapp bible was really Margaret RANDALL!

We now that William P Allen Sr was an early settler of the town of Paris, Oneida Co NY. We also know he married Margaret Randall in Durham, Maine, and then moved to Paris where he died in 1810. We are working hard to find his parents.

Recently we made contact with Mrs Debbie Wilkins in Utah. Debbie is also a descendant of Margaret Randall through her second marriage to John Cook Clark. This means that family members from all three marriages are now working on this branch of the tree!

Special thanks goes to Jeff Knapp - be sure to visit his website!

We also would like to thank Mr. David C. Young from Maine for his help with the research.

Please note: the direct line from the earliest known Allen ancestors to Margaret Allen Cook are shown by a larger font size and bold print.

1. Margaret Randall . [1], [2] Born on 1 Mar 1783. [1] Margaret died on 10 Apr 1863 she was 80. [1] Daughter of John Randall and Anna Roberts.

On 28 Sep 1807 when Margaret was 24, she first married William P Allen S (I) [1], in Durham Cumberland County Maine. [1], [3] William P died on 15 Jul 1810 in Paris Oneida Co NY. [1]

They had the following children:
2 i. Ebinezer (1808-1809)
3 ii. William P (II) (1810-1867)

On 17 Aug 1813 when Margaret was 30, she second married John Clark, in Paris Oneida Co NY. [1] John died on 18 Aug 1823 in Columbus Franklin Co OH. [1]

They had the following children:
4 i. Lysander (1814-)
5 ii. Olando (1816-)
6 iii. Margarette (1819-1856)
7 iv. John (1823-)

On 21 Sep 1825 when Margaret was 42, she third married James Mason, in Parma Monroe Co NY. [1] Born on 28 Aug 1773 in Rehoboth MA. [1] James died on 7 Jun 1849 he was 75. [1]

They had the following children:
8 i. Sally R. (1826-)
9 ii. Edna S (1828-)
10 iii. Anna M. (1833-)

Second Generation
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Family of Margaret Randall (1) & William P Allen (I)

2. Ebinezer Allen (Margaret Randall1). Born on 12 Sep 1808 in Derhan (?) Cumberland County Maine. [1] Ebinezer died in Paris Oneida Co NY, on 15 Dec 1809 he was 1. [1]

3. William P Allen (Margaret Randall1). Born on 17 Aug 1810 in Oneida NY. William P died on 29 Apr 1867 he was 56. Buried in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY. Occupation: Tanner. [4]

Using data from J. Knapp the following story emerges: When William was born in Paris, Oneida Co, his mother Margarette (Margaret) had buried his baby brother nine months earlier and his father a month before. Three years later she married John Clark, and by the time William was nine, they had moved to Franklin County Ohio. By July of 1823 William was the oldest of five children. A month after his half brother, John Clark (jr) was born, John Clark Sr died. By 1825 the family had moved east, and his mother married once more to James Mason in Parma, Monroe Co, NY. By 1826 they had moved to Millville where Margarette had three more children. William stayed in Millville, bringing his young wife Lucinda to the town in 1835. (TSC, based upon [1])

Tannery existed in Millville at this time period.
1900 Census under George E says he was born in Ohio [5] (See note above.)

1840 Census, Brockport, Monroe Co NY
Wm Allen head of household. 2 males under 5 2 males 20 to 30, 1 female under 5 1 female 20 to 30.

William P married Lucinda Dwyer (Dyer) [6]. Born in 1810 in Lynn, Massachusetts. Lucinda died on 10 Mar 1895 she was 85.

They had the following children:
11 i. George Ebenezer (1836-1913)
12 ii. Charles W. (1839-)
13 iii. Margaret (1841-1876)
14 iv. Henry (1842-1863)
15 v. Sarah Ann (1845-)
16 vi. Randall S (1846-1926)
17 vii. Harvey J (1849-)
18 viii. Gilbert (1851-)

Family of Margaret Randall (1) & John Clark

4. Lysander Clark (Margaret Randall1). [1] Born on 15 Aug 1814 in Floyde (Florida) Oneida Co NY.

5. Olando Clark (Margaret Randall1). [1] Born on 25 Aug 1816 in Rome Oneida Co NY. [1]

6. Margarette Clark (Margaret Randall1). Born on 30 Jun 1819 in Madison Franklin Co OH. [1] Margarette died in Brunswick Medina Co OH, on 28 Sep 1856 she was 37. [1]

On 5 Apr 1837 when Margarette was 17, she married Samuel J Church Jr. [1], son of Samuel Church Sr. & Elizabeth Cowles. [7] Born in 1811. [8] Samuel J died in Adrian MI, on 18 Feb 1892 he was 81. [7]

They had the following children:
19 i. Orlando H. (1838-1905)
20 ii. Harriet A (1842-1879)
21 iii. Frances E. (1850-1925)

7. John Clark (Margaret Randall1). Born on 30 Jul 1823 in Columbus Franklin Co OH. [1]

Family of Margaret Randall (1) & James Mason

8. Sally R. Mason (Margaret Randall1). Born on 22 Jun 1826 in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY. [1]

9. Edna S Mason (Margaret Randall1). Born on 1 Jan 1828 in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY. [1]

10. Anna M. Mason (Margaret Randall1). Born on 31 Mar 1833 in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY. [1]

Great Great Grandmother of Jeff Knapp, Mesa AZ [1]

Third Generation
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Family of William P Allen (3) & Lucinda Dwyer (Dyer)

11. George Ebenezer Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 11 Aug 1836 in Brockport NY. George Ebenezer died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 30 Sep 1913 he was 77. Buried in Boxwood Cemetery, Medina NY. Occupation: 1880-Roofer and police 1869-"Manuf. and dealer in leather, show findings of every description" 19 Shelby. [9], [10] [11]

George Ebenezer married Elnora A. Hunt , daughter of Daniel Fay Hunt Jr. & Tryphosa Ann Greenman. Born on 7 Jun 1843 in Ridgeway, Orleans Co NY. Elnora A. died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 2 Mar 1934 she was 90.

They had the following children:
22 i. Edith May (1862-1934)
23 ii. Millie A. (1868-)
24 iii. Leon Hunt (1871-1926)
25 iv. Daniel F (1876-1953)
26 v. Fred (George) (1880-)

12. Charles W. Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1839 in Monroe Co, NY. Occupation: 1869 - "C.W. Allen & Brothers, dealers in leather, shoe findings & c 19 Shelby.

listing in Millville shows the CW Allen & Brothers lot 8, tanners and curriers [12]

Child:
27 i. Grace (1869-1890)

13. Margaret Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1841 in Monroe Co, NY. Margaret died on 23 Apr 1876 she was 35.

Abt 1862 when Margaret was 21, she married William Gardner Hunt, son of Daniel Fay Hunt Jr. & Tryphosa Ann Greenman. Born on 24 May 1840 in Ridgeway, Orleans Co NY. William Gardner died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 15 Sep 1901 he was 61. [13]

They had the following children:
28 i. Ida (

14. Henry Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 17 Dec 1842. Henry died on 8 Aug 1863 he was 20. Buried in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY.

Military: Member of Co A 28th NY Vol, killed in battle of Cedar Mountain

15. Sarah Ann Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1845.

In 1880 when Sarah Ann was 35, she married William Gardner Hunt, son of Daniel Fay Hunt Jr. & Tryphosa Ann Greenman. [5] Born on 24 May 1840 in Ridgeway, Orleans Co NY. William Gardner died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 15 Sep 1901 he was 61. [13]

16. Randall S Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in Apr 1846. Randall S died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 26 Oct 1926 he was 80. Buried in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY. Occupation: 1869 - part of C.W. Allen & Brothers. [12]

lived in Millville, Orleans Co in 1869 [12]

Randall S married Evelyn E Green. Born in Aug 1856. Evelyn E died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 7 Feb 1928 she was 71.

They had one child:
33 i. Chester A (1880-1899)

17. Harvey J Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 17 Dec 1849 in Orleans Co NY. Occupation: 1869 - part of "C.W. Allen & Brothers" dealers in leather goods, Medina. [14]

lived in Millville in 1869 [12]

Military: Member of Co A 28th Reg NY Volunteers

18. Gilbert Allen (William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1851.

Family of Margarette Clark (6) & Samuel J Church Jr. (This is William P Allen II step-sister)

19. Orlando H. Church (Margarette Clark2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 20 Apr 1838 in Brunswick Medina Co OH. [7], [8] Orlando H. died in Adrian MI, on 28 May 1905 he was 67. [7]

Orlando H. married Tabitha Collyer.

20. Harriet A Church (Margarette Clark2, Margaret Randall1). [7] Born on 9 Mar 1842 in Brunswick Medina Co OH. [7] Harriet A died in West LeRoy, Calhoun, Mi, on 28 Mar 1879 she was 37.

Harriet A married Henry W. Marsh [7]. Born on 7 Dec 1840 in Clarence, Erie Co, NY. [7] Henry W. died in Newkirk, Kay, Oklahoma, on 14 Aug 1896 he was 55. [7]

21. Frances E. Church (Margarette Clark2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1850 in Brunswick Medina Co OH. Frances E. died in DeSoto Nebraska, on 19 Apr 1925 she was 75. [7]

On 20 Oct 1866 when Frances E. was 16, she married Urban Cachelin, in DeSoto Nebraska. [7] Born in France. [7]

Fourth Generation
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Family of George Ebenezer Allen (11) & Elnora A. Hunt

22. Edith May Allen (George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 25 Dec 1862. Edith May died on 4 Apr 1934 she was 71. Buried in Boxwood Cemetery, Medina NY.

23. Millie A. Allen (George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1868 in New York. [9]

Millie A. married Evelyn Fred Rowe.

24. Leon Hunt Allen (George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1871 in Medina, Orleans Co NY. Leon Hunt died in Rochester NY, in 1926 he was 55. Buried in Riverside Cemetery, Rochester NY.

Family Story - worked at Rochester Button Co and lived at St. Paul Street. He was Protestant and died of Lobar Pneumonia on Easter Sunday. He walked with two canes, crippled with Rheumatism. he played checkers, Polyanna. No Known military experience. [15]

In Nov 1897 when Leon Hunt was 26, he married Grace Smith , daughter of Joseph Smith & Ida A. Titenberg. Born on 25 Feb 1878 in Rochester NY. Grace died on 3 Mar 1960 she was 82.

They had the following children:
34 i. Arthur Louis (1898-1979)
35 ii. Charles J (1903-1978)

25. Daniel F Allen (George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1876. Daniel F died on 12 May 1953 he was 77. Buried in Boxwood Cemetery, Medina NY.

26. Fred (George) Allen (George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). [5] Born in May 1880. [5]

in St. Petersburg Fl in 1934

listed as George in 1880 Census [9]

Family of Charles W. Allen (12)

27. Grace Allen (Charles W.3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1869. Grace died in Medina, Orleans Co NY, on 21 Nov 1890 she was 21. Buried in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY.

Family of Margaret Allen (13) & William Gardner Hunt

28. Ida Hunt (Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). [6] Born abt 1863.

29. Olive Hunt (Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). [6] Born abt 1867. [6]

30. Alice Hunt (Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). [6] Born abt 1869. [6]

31. Franklin Hunt (Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). [6] Born abt 1874. [6]

32. Margaret Hunt (Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in Mar 1875.

lived with father and stepmother in 1900 [5]

In 1897 when Margaret was 21, she married George E. Armiger. [5] Born in Jul 1869 in Pa.

They had one child:
36 i. Kenneth (1897-)

Family of Randall S Allen (16) & Evelyn E Green

33. Chester A Allen (Randall S3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 7 Nov 1880. Chester A died on 15 Mar 1899 he was 18. Buried in Millville, Shelby Township, Orleans Co, NY.

34. Arthur Louis Allen Sr (Leon Hunt4, George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 25 May 1898 in Rochester NY. Arthur Louis died in Brockport NY, on 17 Jul 1979 he was 81. Buried in White Haven Cemetery, Rochester NY.

Family story - worked at Delco Products and Old Northeast Electric - went to #18 school - never owned property in his name - Catholic (Holy Redeemer Church, Clifford Ave, Roch- turned Lutheran, never in military - physical deferment [15]

On 17 Oct 1917 when Arthur Louis was 19, he married Margaret Emily Blekkenk , daughter of Abraham Blekkenk & Mary Amelia (Emma) Kessler. Born on 4 Oct 1898 in Rochester NY. Margaret Emily died in Hilton NY, on 29 Sep 1975 she was 76.

They had the following children:
37 i. Margaret Mildred (1918-1999)
38 ii. Arthur Louis (1923-)

35. Charles J Allen (Leon Hunt4, George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in 1903. Charles J died in Tenafly N.J., on 7 Mar 1978 he was 75.

Charles J married Lilian. Lilian died on 5 Mar 1998.

They had one child:
39 i. Ronald Hunt

Family of Margaret Hunt (32) & George E. Armiger

36. Kenneth Armiger (Margaret Hunt4, Margaret Allen3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born in Sep 1897.

Sixth Generation
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Family of Arthur Louis Allen Sr (34) & Margaret Emily Blekkenk

37. Margaret Mildred Allen (Arthur Louis5, Leon Hunt4, George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 7 Jul 1918 in Rochester NY. Margaret Mildred died in Rochester NY, on 11 Aug 1999 she was 81. Buried in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester NY. Education: Earned GED diploma. Religion: Roman Catholic.

On 12 Jun 1937 when Margaret Mildred was 18, she married Stillman Thomas Tsioheri'Son Cook , son of Louis Teiaweka'Te Cook & Elizabeth Kanati'Res Herne, in Hogansburg NY. Born on 12 Jun 1917 in Syracuse, Onondaga Co NY. Stillman Thomas Tsioheri'Son died in Melbourne Fl, on 26 Feb 1994 he was 76. They were divorced in 1967.

They had the following children:
i. Gail Margaret (1938-2004)
ii. Lawrence A (living)
iii. Gary C (living)
iv. Andrew Woodrow (1946-1999)
v. Thomas S (living)

38. Arthur Louis Allen Jr (Arthur Louis5, Leon Hunt4, George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1). Born on 17 Jul 1923 in Rochester NY. Occupation: Kodak Company, Rochester NY. Religion: Roman Catholic.

Christened 5 Dec 1926 at Holy Apostles Church, Rochester NY

On 19 Nov 1945 when Arthur Louis was 22, he married Bernice Amanda Streb , daughter of Arthur J Streb & Sarah Knipper, in St Andrews Church, Rochester NY. Born on 2 Jun 1926 in Rochester NY.

They had the following children:
i. Daniel Arthur (1946-1974)
ii. Jacquelyn M (living)
iii. Leon J (living)
iv. Peter E(living)
v. Andrea D (living)
vi. Robert W (living)
vii. Christine A(living)

Family of Charles J Allen (35) & Lilian

39. Ronald Hunt Allen (Charles J5, Leon Hunt4, George Ebenezer3, William P2, Margaret Randall1).

1. "Family Bible," Knapp Family, Jeff L Knapp Mesa AZ see his website at www.orangecones.com
2. E.S. Stockpole, History of Durham, Maine, pp240-241, as per David Young 8 Dec 2002.
3. E.S. Stockpole, History of Durham, Maine, pp240-241.
4. "Census," Shelby Township, 1850.
5. "Federal Census," Town of Ridgeway, Orleans CO NY, 1900.
6. "Federal Census," Shelby Township, Orleans Co NY, 1880, internet.
7. "Family Chart of Samuel Church and Marietta Clark," www.mexia.com/LadyHawke/0021.HTM (page no longer works)
8. "Federal Census," Brunswick, Medina CO, OH, 1850.
9. "Federal Census," Orleans Co, 1880, www.familysearch.org.
10. Child, Hamilton, Gazetteer and Business Directory of Orleans Co for 1869, Syracuse: The Journal Office, 1869., p185.
11. "Medina Tribune," Medina NY, October 2, 1913, Newspaper, Medina Public Library, Medina NY, George E. Allen Obituary.
12. Child, Hamilton, Gazetteer and Business Directory of Orleans Co for 1869, Syracuse: The Journal Office, 1869.
13. Richard O Greenman, "Greenman File," ancestory.com, June 2002.
14. Child, Hamilton, Gazetteer and Business Directory of Orleans Co for 1869, Syracuse: The Journal Office, 1869., p 185.
15. "Interview with Margaret Cook," 1978, T. Cook, Rochester NY.

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Amy P spouse of 25
Lilian spouse of 35
Allen
Andrea Dorothy child of 38
Arthur Louis Sr 34
Arthur Louis Jr 38
Charles J 35
Charles W. 12
Chester A 33
Christine Anne child of 38
Daniel Arthur child of 38
Daniel F 25
Ebinezer 2
Edith May 22
Fred (George) 26
George Ebenezer 11
Gilbert 18
Grace 27
Harvey J 17
Henry 14
Jacquelyn Marie child of 38
Leon Hunt 24
Leon James child of 38
Margaret 13
Margaret Mildred 37
Millie A. 23
Peter Edward child of 38
Randall S 16
Robert William child of 38
Ronald Hunt 39
Sarah Ann 15
William P Sr spouse of 1
William P 3
Armiger
George E. spouse of 32
Kenneth 36
Blekkenk
Abraham parent of spouse of 34
Margaret Emily spouse of 34
Cachelin
Urban spouse of 21
Church
Frances E. 21
Harriet A 20
Orlando H. 19
Samuel Sr. parent of spouse of 6
Samuel J Jr. spouse of 6
Clark
John spouse of 1
John 7
Lysander 4
Margarette 6
Olando 5
Collyer
Tabitha spouse of 19
Cook
Andrew Woodrow II child of 37
Gail Margaret child of 37
Gary Charles child of 37
Lawrence Allen child of 37
Louis Teiaweka'Te parent of spouse of 37
Stillman Thomas Tsioheri'Son spouse of 37
Thomas Stillman child of 37
Cowles
Elizabeth parent of spouse of 6
Dwyer Dyer
Lucinda spouse of 3
Green
Evelyn E spouse of 16
Greenman
Tryphosa Ann parent of spouse of 11
Tryphosa Ann parent of spouse of 13
Tryphosa Ann parent of spouse of 15
Herne
Elizabeth Kanati'Res parent of spouse of 37
Hunt
Alice 30
Daniel Fay Jr. parent of spouse of 11
Daniel Fay Jr. parent of spouse of 13
Daniel Fay Jr. parent of spouse of 15
Elnora A. spouse of 11
Franklin 31
Ida 28
Margaret 32
Olive 29
William Gardner spouse of 13
William Gardner spouse of 15
Kessler
Mary Amelia (Emma) parent of spouse of 34
Knipper
Sarah parent of spouse of 38
Marsh
Henry W. spouse of 20
Mason
Anna M. 10
Edna S 9
James spouse of 1
Sally R. 8
Randall
Margaret 1
Rowe
Evelyn Fred spouse of 23
Smith
Grace spouse of 24
Joseph parent of spouse of 24
Streb
Arthur J parent of spouse of 38
Bernice Amanda spouse of 38
Titenberg
Ida A. parent of spouse of 24
Welton
UNNAMED spouse of 8

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Jones was born in Beloit, Wisconsin, to Lillian Jones, a Sunday School teacher and Arthur Joseph Jones Sr., a factory worker and World War II veteran. [5] He served in the United States Army in the Vietnam War. [6] [7] He studied at University of Wisconsin–Whitewater from 1974 and majored in political science and journalism. [8]

Jones is an independent insurance broker who worked in commission sales for large insurance companies for 25 years. [6]

Affiliations Edit

Jones was a member of the National Socialist White People's Party for eight years [9] and describes himself as a former leader of the American Nazi Party, the NSWPP's former name. [1] He has also been a member of the Populist Party, a far-right political party active in the 1980s and 1990s. [10]

Candidacy Edit

A perennial candidate, Jones has run for various elected offices since 1976, but has never won an office. In that year, Jones unsuccessfully ran for mayor of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [11] In 1987, he unsuccessfully ran for alderman of the 13th Ward of Chicago. [11] As of 2018, Jones had run for the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican eight times in 1984, 1992, 1996, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2012, and 2018. [11] In 1989 Jones had attempted to run for mayor of Chicago, but was denied inclusion on the Republican primary ballot due to issues regarding his candidature petition. [12]

In 2017, Jones declared his intent to run for the Republican nomination for Congress from Illinois's 3rd congressional district in 2018 he was the only declared candidate of that party. His candidacy was repudiated by the Illinois Republican Party [4] [3] and the Republican National Committee. RNC spokesperson Michael Ahrens stated, "We condemn this candidate and his hateful rhetoric in the strongest possible terms". [13] Jones won the primary unopposed on March 20, 2018 and moved on to face Democratic incumbent Dan Lipinski in the general election. Following his primary victory, Republican party officials encouraged members not to vote for Jones. [14] [15] Despite the GOP disavowing him, 26.2 percent of voters still voted for him in the general election on November 6, 2018, as he lost by more than 47 points. [16]

Jones ran for Congress in Illinois's 3rd congressional district again in 2020 and was described as a "fake Republican" by the party whose nomination he was attempting to gain. One of the party's digital ads ran with the slogan "Say No To The Nazi". [17] He came a poor third in the eventual result of the primaries. [18]

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Jones is a white nationalist and Holocaust denier. [3] [4] [19] [11] His 2018 candidate website calls the Holocaust a "racket." He has claimed that the Holocaust was "the biggest, blackest lie in history" [15] and "nothing more than an international extortion racket by the Jews." [10] [20] Jones does not support interracial marriage or integration in public schools. [15] In 1993, Jones was filmed in a fight with Milwaukee Alderman Michael McGee Jr. on The Jerry Springer Show. [21] Jones also “saluted” Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan for his views about Jews, as well as referring to Jews as the enemy. [22]

A neo-Nazi, Jones appears in a photo captioned: "Jones was a guest speaker at the event organized by the Loyal White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, based in North Carolina" the image is in a slideshow on his own official candidate website. [23] The same slideshow has another image (captioned "Arthur Jones speaking in Harrisburg Penn., on November 5, 2016") showing him among black-clothed men who hold a National Socialist Movement banner and carry shields marked with the neo-Nazi circle-cross emblem. [24] The same slideshow has an image showing Jones speaking amid Aryan Nations emblems (caption: "Art Jones speaking at the Aryan Nations 2014 World Congress in Converse, La.") [25]

Jones has attended many rallies commemorating Adolf Hitler or supporting white supremacy. [10] Jones considers himself a "white racialist" and has stated "I will work with the [Ku Klux] Klan, with socialists—I exclude communists of course—any patriotic organization that is in general agreement with my beliefs and principles". [9]

In 2016, he was a supporter of Donald Trump for president. Jones said in an interview then, "I agree with a lot of what Mr. Trump has to say [. ] He's his own man. I like the fact that doesn't have to go hat in hand to Jewish billionaires to get money". [26] In February 2018, Jones nonetheless said President Trump "surrounded himself with hordes of Jews", and regrets his 2016 vote. [11] At a neo-Nazi meeting in Kentucky, Jones said that Trump "surrounded himself with hordes of Jews including a Jew in his own family, that punk named Jared Kushner", and moved on to say "I'm sorry I voted for the son of a bitch, pardon my English" and that Trump was "nothing but a puppet … this Jew-loving fool", all of which was also captured on video. [13]

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, it takes thousands more signatures to get ballot-approved as an independent candidate than as a Republican Jones therefore ran in 2016 as a Republican, but the party disavowed him and found technical reasons for removing him from past ballots. [4] Again according to the Sun-Times, Jones took countermeasures in 2017 and 2018 for which the party was unprepared, and so he appeared on their ballot despite official Republican disapproval. [4]

Arthur James Gregg (1928- )

Army General Arthur James Gregg was born on May 11, 1928 near Florence, South Carolina. He obtained his elementary education in South Carolina, but moved to Newport News, Virginia during high school where he observed the military lifestyle. After graduating from high school, Gregg went to Chicago, Illinois to obtain training as a medical laboratory technician. Due to segregation laws that were in place at the time, Gregg was not allowed to handle white patients, so he returned to Virginia in 1945 to enlist in the United States Army at the age of 17.

The Army sent Gregg to Germany as a medical laboratory technician, but due to low demand, he transferred to the position of unit supply sergeant. After spending three-and-a-half-years in the Army, he applied and was accepted into Officer Candidate School and left OCS as a First Lieutenant due to his academic excellence in 1950. In 1965 Gregg graduated (Summa cum laude) from Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas and simultaneously obtained a Bachelor of Science from Saint Benedict College.

Gregg was assigned to many positions and locations through his time in the Army. These include the 403rd Quartermaster Depot, Camp Hakata, Japan as Post Quartermaster, Army Reserve units in Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania, Quartermaster Advance Course in Ft. Lee, Virginia, Army Material Command in Washington, D.C., and 3764th Quartermaster Direct Supply Company.

In 1965 Gregg assumed command of the 96th Quartermaster Direct Support Battalion in South Vietnam. His battalion was awarded the Meritorious Unit Citation and LTG Gregg was awarded the Legion of Merit for their outstanding effort.

Returning to the U.S. in 1967, he was assigned to Joint Petroleum Office, Logistics Directorate, US European Command where he was responsible for the communication between the US and NATO petroleum logistics. Gregg was promoted to Brigadier General in 1972 prior to taking control of the Army and Air Force Exchange System in Germany.

In 1977, President Jimmy Carter nominated Gregg for the position of Director of Logistics, Organization of the Joint Chief’s of Staff, and approved his nomination to Lieutenant General. In that post Gregg’s goal was to improve the readiness of the armed forces. This position led to the acceptance of the position of Deputy Chief of Staff, Logistics for the US Army in 1979. Greg also attended the Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government concentrating in Executive Program in National Security.

Gregg retired from the US Army in 1981. Since then he has served on numerous boards such as the one for the Quartermaster association. Gregg was appointed founding trustee and chair of the Board of Trustees of Excelsior College in 1998 and chair emeritus in 2008. He also received an honorary degree from Excelsior College in 2012. He also received the General Creighton W. Abrams Medal from the Association of the US Army. In 2016, the US Army created the LTG Gregg Award to honor his leadership and innovation.

Arthur J. Cook - History

The Cook County Sheriff’s Police Department originated May, 1931 under Sheriff James Kinzie.

In the late ‘30s and early ‘40s, suburban vehicular traffic increased. Named Highway Deputy Sheriffs at the time, officers started patrolling on motorcycles, similar to today’s policing method.

In 1952, the department was renamed to Cook County Police and wore the uniform known as the “Tombstone Patch.” That same decade, patrol transitioned onto vehicles and operated an ambulance and towing service. In the ‘60s, the color of the squad cars changed from black and white to entirely white, like the vehicles today.

The department image was revamped in 1962 under Sheriff Richard Ogilvie. He changed the uniform from blue to brown and upgraded to a shield-shaped patch over both shoulders. In the late ‘70s, Ogilvie updated to the current patch with the Cook County flag on the uniform’s right shoulder.

Sheriff Joseph Woods’ administration, between 1966 and 1970, drafted the first quadrennial report for the police department. The report showcased the agency’s accomplishments, forecasted departmental changes (e.g. need to grow personnel), and offered recommendations on pay scale, equipment acquisition and the creation of a communications center, suggestions adopted by his successor Sheriff Richard Elrod.

Under Sheriff Michael F. Sheahan’s direction in the ‘90s, the department increased productivity by dispersing the district stations to Bridgeview, Markham, Rolling Meadows and Skokie, facilitating resource access for nearby patrolmen and increasing the department’s visibility in the community.

The current Sheriff, Thomas J. Dart, has orchestrated a number of initiatives since 2006 when he was sworn-in.

With the collaboration of law enforcement agencies from around the country, he leads the semi-annual National Johns Suppression Initiatives, where police target buyers shopping for sex.

In a joint-effort with the Chicago Police Department, the Street Crimes Suppression Unit is working to reduce violence and the number of illegal guns in the city’s most crime-prone wards.

In addition to patrolling unincorporated Cook County, Sheriff’s Police is Ford Height’s primary and only law enforcement agency. Sheriff Dart’s vision continues to remind the community that law enforcement is invested in the community it serves.

Arthur J. Cook - History

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SACHT, John J. - of Hoffman Estates
A funeral Mass for John J. Sacht 72, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, at St. Hubert Church.
Born June 15, 1927, in Chicago, he died Sunday, Aug. 8, 1999, at St. Alexius Medical Center. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Mr. Sacht was a member of Chicago Truck Drivers Union 705 Independent. Survivors include his wife, Margaret 'Marge' (nee Grabowitz) children, John J. (Cecilia) Sacht and Kevin Sacht grandchildren, Kayla Francis, Morgan Marie and John Joseph IV and special friend, Maggie. He was preceded in death by his parents, John J. and Mary. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at The Oaks Funeral Home, 1201 E. Irving Park Rd., Itasca. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) - August 10, 1999 - submitted by Sara Hemp]

SAFJAN, William - beloved husband of the late Anna devoted father of Blanche and Aurelia dear grandfather of Mark and Lucille fond great-grandfather of three. Member of R.N.A. camp No. 9701 and Carpenters union. Funeral Saturday, 8:30 a.m. from Ostapa Funeral Home, 5325 Fullerton, at Lorel avenue, to St. Genevieve church. Interment St. Adalbert. Visitation after 12 noon, Thursday. [The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12]

SALES, Louise - wife of William mother of Charles, Jeannette Bright, Mary Huges and Constance Booth. Sister of Victor, Joseph, William, Catherine, Maria and Martha of Brussels, Belgium. Internment St. Mary's [Thurs. 25 March 1965, Chicago Trib. - From a Friend of Free Genealogy]

SALZER, Doratha - nee Feldt, April 26, 1930, late of 557 Briar-pl., beloved wife of Frederick A. Salzer, mother of Mrs. Elizabeth Gohl and Frederick A. Jr. Funeral Monday at 1 p.m. at chapel 929 Belmont-av. Interment Waldheim. Member of Schleswig Holsteiner Frauen Verein. Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6

SANCHES, Katherine B. - April 26 [1930] 2757 Maypole-av., sister of Mrs. R.H. Johnson, Frank and Harry Weldansky, Member of Daylight chapter, O.E.S. Funeral Tuesday, April 29, 2 p.m. at the chapel, Normal-blvd., at 62d-pl. Interment at Mount Greenwood [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SANTORIA, Lena, nee Rini, beloved wife of the late Sam loving mother of Mrs. Josephine (Tony) Divarco, Mrs. Mary (Sam) Gullo, Mrs. Frances (John) Ferollo, Mrs. Marie (Louis) Schmidt, Nick (the Greek), Charles (Ann), and the late Joseph grandmother of eight great-grandmother of four sister of Tony Rini and the late George, Mariana Caccamo, Josephine Cardone, and Rose Caccamo. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m., from the Montclair Funeral Home, 6901 W. Belmont avenue, to Our Lady of Angels church. Interment Mount Carmel. Please omit flowers. NA 2-9300. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SAPP, Elnora - nee Pleasants of 5433 Ridgewood court, aged 96 years beloved wife of the late George Sapp, fond mother of Rose Leitzell and Eula Cole. Also survived by seven grandchildren. Services Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. at chapel, 5203 Lake Park avenue. Interment Oak Woods. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12]

SAPRANAUSKAS, Mrs. Pauline, of Edbrooke, died Monday, May 28, in her home. Her death was caused by a heart ailment. Born in Lithuania she had been a resident of this community for 40 years. She was a member of St Ann's Society: Ideal Club and the 9th Ward Lithuanian Democratic Club. Surviving are three sons,. Joseph, Peter and daughter, Monica Bruzas and six grand-children. Funeral services were held Friday, June l, at a.m. from Lachawlcz Funeral Home to All Saints Church where a requiem mass was solemnized. Internment was in St. Casimir's Cemetery. Mass will be solemnized at 9:15 a.m. by the Rev. J. Saulinskas. U'Dlebranf, the Rev. E. Abromaitis,deacon and the Rev. A Stanevi, sub-deacon. Interment be in St. Casimir's Cemetery. [Suburbanite Economist (Newspaper) - June 13, 1951, Chicago, Illinois Sub. by Src #214]

SASALA, Joan R. - June 24, beloved wife of Martin dear mother of James and Thomas dear daughter of Evelyn Sulester. Funeral Monday, June 29, at 2 p.m. from Schmidt Funeral Home, 2056-58 Belmot av., to Irving Park cemetery. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SAYERS, Ethel - beloved wife of the late Charles A. loving mother of John, Anne, David, Nancy, Thomas, June, George, Ethel and the late Charles grandmother of 34 great-grandmother of one. Services Saturday, 1 p.m. at Burke-Sullivan Funeral Home, 5018-20 Chicago avenue. Interment Elmwood. [The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12]

SCANLAN -- Catherine Scanlan, beloved sister of Mrs. Amelia Mangan, nee Scanlan native of Carrigaholt, County Clare , Island. Member of St. Cecilia court, No. 22, W. C. O. F. Funeral Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 9:30 a.m., from the residence of her sister, Mrs. John Mangan, 7700 Lowe-av., by autos to St. Leo's church, where high mass will be celebrated, thence to Mount Olivet. For seats phone Prospect 3796. [Chicago Tribune, 2/14/1916 - Sub by FoFG]

SCANLAN -- Martin Scanlan, April 26, 1913, beloved husband of Mary, nee Doherty, fond father of May and Martin. native of County Clare , Ireland member of St. Mel's court No. 157. C. O. F. Funeral from his late residence, 4343 Park-av., Tuesday, April 29, at 9 a.m., to St. Mel's church. where high mass will be celebrated. Carriages to Mt. Carmel. [Chicago Tribune, 4/28/13 - Sub by FoFG]

SCANLON -- Thomas Scanlon, beloved husband of Margaret, nee Canty, fond father of Josephine, brother of Michael and Patrick Scanlon and the late Mrs. Ellen Smith, Mrs. Margaret Scanlon, and Mrs. Minnie O'Dea. Funeral Sunday, Dec. 27, at 8:30 a.m., from late residence, 927 W. 38th-st., to Nativity church by carriages to 49th and Halsted-st. depot. trains to Mount Olivet. Native of Carrigaholt, County Clare , Ireland. [Chicago Tribune, 12/26/1914 - Sub by FoFG]

SCHAEFER - Ruth Agnes -- A funeral Mass for Ruth Agnes Schaefer will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at Our Lady of the Wayside Parish, 432 W. Park St., Arlington Heights. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood, Ill. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today, at Lauterburg & Oehler Funeral Home, 2000 E. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights. Born Dec. 29, 1930, to Howard and Bernadette Marnan of Chicago Heights, Ruth entered eternal life on Saturday, Aug. 7, 1999, at her home. A dedicated and loving mother, Ruth is survived by her children, Robert (Valerie), Lawrence, Therese (John Chidlow), Mary and Paul nine grandchildren brother, Howard and sister, Marie. She was preceded into eternal rest by Robert Schaefer her parents and sister, Luella. Ruth graduated from St. Agnes Grade School in 1945, and Bloom High School in 1949, both located in Chicago Heights. Ruth was a successful real estate broker for many years and also served as deputy sheriff under the late Sheriff Elrod of Cook County. Later, she was president of Master's Funding Corporation and Boardwalk Real Estate in Arlington Heights.
Ruth was a member of the rosary prayer group at Our Lady of the Wayside. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) - August 10, 1999 - submitted by Source #67]

SCHABES, Charles J. - of Fox Lake, formerly of Chicago, loving brother of Anna Schabes of Fox Lake and the late Frieda Heun, Otto Schabes and Ernest Schabes uncle of two. Former employee of Monarch Brewery, Chicago. Resting at K. K. Hamsher Funeral Home, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Road, Fox Lake, between 6 and 10 p.m Thursday. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m. Interment Grant Cemetery, Ingleside. [Chicago Daily Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) February 14, 1974 - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHABES, Christina Marie - nee Dirian, beloved wife of the late Charles, fond mother of Charles and Anna, the late Frieda Heun, Ernest, and Otto Schabes, beloved sister of Frieda Haaker, William and Gustav Dirian. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday, at chapel, 1648 W. 63d street. Interment Waldheim. [Chicago Daily Tribune, March 12, 1951 - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHABES, Gladys K. , nee Gehring, beloved wife of the late Henry M. fond mother of Kenneth B., Donald W., and Gene N. grandmother of nine sister of Alice G. Stinson of Gray, Ind., and Gerald T. Gehring of Lombard, Ill. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at the Zimmerman & Sandman chapel, 5200 W. 85th street. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South. 424-0340. [Chicago Tribune [Nov 19, 1969] -- Submitted by Source #96]

SCHAGEMAN, John H. - Sept. 24, beloved husband of Lillian M., nee Anderson dear father of Ethel Watt, Robert, and John H. Schageman Jr. fond brother of Elizabeth Peterson, Mamie La Bonte, Ann Idstein, Helen Charley, Lillian Dappen, Rose Farrell, Joseph, and Richard Schageman. Funeral Wednesday morning at 9:30, from mortuary, 1356 Wellington avenue. Services in St. Andrew's church at 10 o'clock. Interment St. Boniface's cemetery. Member of local No. 9, I. B. E. W. and De Soto company, No. 517, K. of C. [1960-09-27 Chicago Tribune - Source #52]

SCHAGEMAN, Lillian M. - nee Anderson, March 30, wife of the late John H. dear mother of Ethel Watt, Robert, and John H. Jr. sister of the late Ollie Hanchett and Harry Anderson grandmother of seven great-grandmother of two. Funeral Thursday morning at 9:30, from Birren & Son Funeral Home, 6125 N. Clark street. Services in St. Hillary church at 10 o'clock Interment St. Boniface cemetery. Member of St. Jeanette court W. C. O. F. [1964-04-01 Chicago Tribune - Source #52]

SCHAYER, Clara - wife of the late Herman beloved mother of Honey, Ester, Muriel, Rita, Rose, Leonard and the late Harry and William sister of William Rice, Grace Fields, and the late Morris, Andy, Sam, and Dave Rice fond grandmother of 10 great-grandmother of 22. Service Friday, 11 a.m., at Original Weinstein & Sons Chapel, 3019 W. Peterson road. Interment O.K.O.J. cemetery, Waldheim. Visitation Thursday, 7-10 p.m. [The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12]

SCHEUNEMAN, Theresa A., nee Thome, beloved wife of the late Frederick Scheuneman loving mother of Loraine "Bonnie" (Walter) Wischhover and the late Leonard Scheuneman dear grandmother of Alan and Wayne Wischhover, John, Robert and Mark Scheuneman great-grandmother of two fond sister of Leonard and Frank Thome and the late Margaret McLaughlin, Harry Thome, Florence Lanktree and Joseph Thome. Funeral Friday, 9 a.m., from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., to St. Germaine Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. [Chicago Daily Tribune - 13 Jun 1974 - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHILLING- Magdalen (Helen) Schilling, nee Heidenfelder, beloved wife of Rudolph H.: dear mother of Rudolph, Edward, Patricia, and James: daughter of Elizabeth and the late John Heidenfelder: sister of Roland Heidenfelder. At rest in funeral home, 5948 W. Archer, corner Major Ave. Service Friday, 10:30am Interment Bethania cemetery, PO 7-8808[Chicago Tribune, unknown date submitted by Src #53 " My Father s Sister"]

SCHLECHT-- Gustave, at Phoenix, Ariz. Funeral notice later. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SCHLEITER-DOEDE, Silva-- Dr. Silva Schleiter-Doede, beloved wife of the late Daniel Doede loving mother of Ryan Doede dear daughter of Helen Schleiter and the late Richard Schleiter sister of Lillie (Phillip) Stelmokas-Gurtisen aunt of Dana and Julija Stelmokas, Michael Gurtisen, and sister of Elizabeth (Kevin)Leman, and aunt of Abby, Richard and Jason Leman(b. July, 4 1964 - d. November 21, 2009) (November 25, 2009, unknown newspaper, unknown contributor]

SCHMIDT - Albert Leo Schmidt of Trevor, WI, formerly of Chicago, beloved husband of the late Lillian, nee Sheldon dear father of Robert (Diane) and Laura (Virgil) Ready, Dorothy (Lyman) Fox, and the late Leonard loving brother of the late Phillip Schmidt and Elouise Jordan fond stepbrother of Robert Phelps grandfather of 16 great-grandfather of many. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 1994, at the Strang Funeral Home, 1055 Main St. (Rt. 83), Antioch, IL. Interment 12 noon at Fairmount Willow Hills Memorial Park, Willow Springs, IL. Visitation 4-9 p.m. Wednesday.[Chicago Tribune, July 11, 1994 - Submitted by Src #96]

SCHMIDT, Frederick B. - late of 4205 Madison avenue, Congress Park, beloved husband of Evelyn, fond father of Joan, dear son of Henrietta and Fred. Resting at funeral home, 9446 Odgen avenue, Congress Park. Services Tuesday, April 11, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran church, Brookfield, Ill. Interment Emmanuel Evan. Lutheran cemetery. Proviso twp. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12]

SCHMIDT, John H. ?? (82?), 45 Fremont-st., April 20 [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, April 23, 1902 Submitted by source #6]

SCHMIDT - Leonard A., dear father of Leonard A. Jr., Michael G., Glenn S., Andrew S. and Scott E beloved son of Albert and Lillian fond brother of Robert P. (Patricia) and Laura, uncle of four. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday at Strang Funeral Home, Antioch, Ill. Interment Fairmount Hills, Willow Springs, Ill., at 4 p.m. [Chicago Tribune, July 31, 1980 - Submitted by Src #96]

SCHMIDT, Lillian -- of Trevor, WI, beloved wife of Albert dear mother of Robert (Diane), Laura (Virgil) Ready and the late Leonard fond sister of Joseph Sheldon, Rose Larson, Margaret Swanson, Louise Phelps and June Hansen grandmother of nine. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday at Strang Funeral Home, 1055 Main St. (Rt. 83), Antioch, IL. Interment Willow Hills Memorial Park, Willow Springs, IL. Visitation 3 until 9 p.m. Sunday. 708 395-4000. (born March 20, 1907 Chicago, Cook County, Illinois died Nov 22 1990 Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin) [unknown paper - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHMOHL, Julis C. - of 1233 Eddy street, fond father of Margaret Woerz, Elsie Staker and Herbert Kleeberg, grandfather of Arthur and Dorothy Woerz and Margaret Lube, brother of Lizzie Lauschke. At chapel 3905-07 Lincoln avenue, where services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. Interment Acacia Park. [bet. May 24-27, 1941 - submitted by source #21]

SCHNEEBERGER, Ada L., nee Belkow, late of Berwyn, beloved wife of John L. dear mother of Audrey L. (John) Bartha and the late John L. Jr. (Lois) grandmother of Karen and Debora and Steven Bartha. Services Friday, 1:30 p.m., at H. Marik Sons, 6507 W. Cermak Rd., Berwyn. Interment Glen Oak Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday after 7 p.m. 484-6310 or BI 2-3255. [obit published Nov 21, 1974 - Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHNELL, Albert - April 10 of 324 S. 23d avenue, Bellwood, beloved husband of the late Clara, fond father of Mrs. Frank Postill, Walter and Carl. Services Wednesday, April 12, at 2:30 p.m. at funeral home, 301 S. 5th avenue, at Maple street, Maywood. Interment Waldheim. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944, Submitted by source #12]

SCHNELL, Hattie - nee Walger, of Bellwood, beloved wife of Carl D. loving mother of Robert Martin, and Sandra fond grandmother of David and Daniel dear sister of Anna Mozockie, John and Charles. Resting at Bormann Funeral Home, 16th avenue north of Lake street, Melrose Park, until 11 a.m. Monday. In state at Zion Lutheran Church of Bellwood until time of service, 1:30 p.m. Visitation after 2 p.m. Saturday. [The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12]

SCHOCK, Louise M. - April 18 [1930] sister of Frederick R. Schock, aunt of Natalie S. Foster, Jean A. Schock and David F. Oliphant. Funeral Thursday, 10 a.m. from funeral home, 318-20 N. Central-av. Austin, to St. Lucy's church, corner W. Lake-st and Mayfield-av. [Chicago Tribune, April 16, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SCHOENBECK, Anna - nee Busse, loving wife of Fred Schoenbeck, fond mother of Helen Hogreve, Mabel Gieske, Arthur, and Fred Jr. Resting at funeral home, 207 N. Vall avenue, Arlington Heights. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, 1946, at St. Peter Ev. Luth. church, Arlington Heights. Interment local. [Chicago Daily Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) April 29, 1946 - Submitted by Source #96]
Anna Schoenbeck , nee Busse, was born January 23, 1877, in Elk Grove Township, received her education at the Elk Grove Lutheran School and was confirmed March 30, 1890, by Rev. Ramelow at Elk Grove Lutheran church. May 15, 1902, she was united in marriage to Fred Schoenbeck by Rev. C. M. Noack at the St. Peter Lutheran church, Arlington Heights. After their marriage this couple made their home on their farm in Wheeling township. Mrs. Schoenbeck passed away at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. George Gieseke Friday afternoon, April 26, at the age of 69 years, 3 months and 3 days. She leaves to mourn her departure her loving husband, Fred, and 4 children: Mrs. Helen Hogreve, Mrs. Mabel Gieseke, Fred, Jr., and Arthur 2 daughters-in-law and 2 sons-in-law 6 grandchildren 2 brothers and 3 sisters: Mrs. Clara Haas, Herman Busse, Mrs. Frieda Kruse, Christ D. Busse, Mrs. Christina Busse 7 sisters-in-law and 8 brothers-in-law 1 uncle, Mr. Henry Busse. Funeral services were held from Karstens funeral home Tuesday, April 30, to St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church. Interment St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery.[Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, Illinois) May 3, 1946]

SCHOENBECK,Fred Sr -- beloved father of Helen Hogreve, Arthur, Mabel Gieske, and Fred Jr. grandfather of seven greatgrandfather of eight fond foster-father of Walter Thornsteins dearest brother of Chris. Resting at Black's Memorial Home, Northwest hwy. and Vail avenue, Arlington Heights. Service 2 p.m., Monday, at St. Peter Lutheran church. Will lie in state at church from 12 noon til time of service. Interment St. Peter cemetery. [Chicago Daily Tribune - December 28, 1963 - Submitted by Source #96]

SCHOENBECK, Helen, nee Skierkiewicz, formerly of the Bridgeport neighborhood, beloved wife of the late Arthur loving mother of Corine (Donald) Sobecki dear sister of Bessie (Walter) Kaczmarek, Sophie Stuba, and the late Lottie Superczynski, Gusty Czubaia, Stella Boze, Anthony Skierkiewicz fond grandmother of Gregory, Douglas, and Deborah Sobecki. Funeral Saturday, Feb. 25, 9:15 a.m., for Ocwieia Funeral Home, 4256 S. Mozart street, to Our Lady of the Snows church. Interment Resurrection. CL 4-3838 or Vi 2-1070. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SCHOLL-- Minnie Scholl (nee Vlereck), beloved wife of the late John Scholl, mother of Mrs. Emma Braunhold, Mrs. Lena Griffiths, Mrs. Lizzie Coyle, Louise, Anna, and the late Charles Scholl. Funeral Sunday at 1:30 p.m. from late residence, 96 Arlington-place, to Forest Home cemetery. Philadelphia (pa.) papers please copy. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SCHOLLER, Lora - beloved wife of the late George W., loving mother of Leonore Bahr and the late Rudolph Scholler, dear sister of Fred C. and Rudolph Bofinger. Resting at chapel, 6000 S. Halsted street, where services will be held Wednesday 2:30 p.m. Interment Cedar Park cemetery. Hobart [Ind.] The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12

SCHOPKE, Eva - age 86 (?) yrs, 11 months, at Freeport, Ill., April 27 [1930]. Beloved mother of Mrs. William M. Are--t, , Freeport, Ill Mrs. F.H. Gra-er and Mrs. Archie Tegtmeyer, Milwaukee, Wis. Services at chapel, 2 p.m. Burial ---[can't read] cemetery, Chicago, Ill. April 30, 1930. [Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SCHOTT, Annie - A trivial lover's quarrel occurred at Chicago between Annie Schott and her lover, Theodore Rudless. Annie went to her room, and shot herself in the right side of the head. She was found lying dead upon the floor, her brains oozing out and her hand clutching a revolver. [The Aitkin Age (Aitkin, MN), November 24, 1888, page 4, Sub by Src #211]

SCHRAMM, Charlotte G. - April 10, 1944, at her residence 6613 S. Parnell avenue, beloved sister of Margaret E. and Hermine K. Schramm. Friends may call Tuesday and Wednesday. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944, Submitted by source #12]

SCHREIBER - Jan. 18, Ernst Schreiber, at No. 379 Austin avenue, aged 38 years. Burial at Milwaukee, Wis. [Source: The InterOcean, Jan 21, 1888]

SCHROEDER, Carriebelle - [In Memoriam Notice] In loving memory of dear wife and mother, who passed away one year ago today, April 27. [Poem omitted] HUSBAND AND CHILDREN. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SCHROEDER, Josephine - [nee Tomasek], of 2010 S. Loomis street, Chicago, fond aunt of Charles A., Anton C., Joseph, Anton Tomasek, and Marie J. Hynous. Services Saturday, Oct. 3, 2 p.m. at Svec & Sans Funeral Home, 6227 W. Cermak Road. Cremation Woodlawn. Kindly omit flowers. The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12

SCHROEDER--Karl, husband of Johanna Schroeder, Dec. 22, aged 72 years. Funeral from ?? Gardner-st., Dec. 25, at 1 p.m., to Waldheim. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SCHULTHEIS--In memory of Otto Schultheis, who died Dec. 24. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SCHULTZ, Bertha - of 3149 Leland av., age 71, beloved wife of Eli, fond mother of Mrs. Louis Lebovitz, Mrs. Mike Robinson, Mrs. John Mednikow, Jack, Dora, Lillie, Hymie, Mrs. Manus Rosenberg and the late Philip Schultz. Funeral Wednesday, 3 p.m. at chapel, 3125 W. Roosevelt-rd. Chicago Tribune, April 16, 1930. Submitted by source #6

SCHULTZ - Thursday night Charles Schultz, while attempting to get on a freight train of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad, at Jefferson street crossing, fell under the train and was instantly killed. [Alpena Argus, August 17, 1871, page 2 Sub by FoFG]

SCHULTZ, Esther A.E. - April 25 [1930] beloved daughter of Emil F. and Minna, nee Riemer, fond sister of Dorothea. Funeral Monday, April 28, at 2 p.m. from late residence, 6655 N. Fairfield-av., to Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran church, Campbell and Farwell-ave. Interment St. Lucas cemetery.

SCHULTZ, Mrs. Fred - Lyons, Ill., Dec. 29, 1899. Burial from Presbyterian Church, Riverside, at 1 o'clock, Monday, Jan. 1, 1900, to Forest Home. Chicago Daily Tribune (1872-1963 Jan 1, 1900 pg. 5, col. 5. Submitted by source #6

SCHULTZ, Susie nee Geist, beloved wife of the late Anthony fond mother of Paul, Bernard, Theresa Ortwig, Roman, Francis, John, Rosemary Nevins, Joan Blazek, and the late Anthony, Louise Plorecki and Josephine sister of John, and Louis Geist grandmother of 18 great-grandmother of two mother-in-law of Leatta, Angeline, Buri Nevins, and Theodore Blazek. Funeral Wednesday, 9 a.m., from Funeral Home, 1145 W. 31st street, to Immaculate Conception church. Interment St. Mary's. LA 3-6645.[Chicago Tribune [July 17, 1962] -- Submitted by Source #96]

SCHULTZ -- Theodore, beloved husband of Mary Schultz, nee Shoenbildt, and father of Fred C. Schultz. Funeral from late residence, 4191 Milwaukee av., Jefferson Park, Thursday, May 30 at 1 p.m. to Rosehill. Please omit flowers. [The Chicago Times Herald, Thursday Morning, May 30, 1895 - Tr by Src #182]

SCHUMACHER, Angeline Gebel - Deputy Coroner's Mother, Old Settler, Is Dead
Mrs. Angela Schumacher, 82 years old, mother of Deputy Coroner Peter Seese, died at her home 1553 Cleveland avenue, yesterday afternoon of pneumonia. Mrs. Schumacher was born in a small frame dwelling at Cass and East Chestnut streets in 1840, and lived there until 1871, when the house was destroyed in the great fire. Her father was Peter Gebel, who came to Chicago in 1833.
Angeline Schumacher, March 13, in her eighty-second year, dearly beloved mother of Peter, John, Joseph, Kate, Ann, and Victor. Funeral Thursday, March 16, at 9:30 a.m. from her late residence, 1753 Cleveland av., to St. Michael's church. Interment St. Boniface cemetery. [Chicago Daily Tribune, Chicago, Illinois, March 14, 1922 - submitted by a Friend of Free Genealogy]

SCHWARTZ, Fannie nee Ginsberg, of Pikeville, Ky., formerly of Tigerton, Wis., beloved wife of the late Harris devoted mother of Julius of Los Angeles, John of Lincolnwood, Idella Kroger of Pikeville, and Ruth Beinhorn of Grundy, Va. loving grandmother of four dear sister of the late Rae Rubenstein, Morris Ginsberg, Sam Ginsberg, Pauline Holland, Flora Litowich, Lillian Bloch, Nathan Ginsberg, and Lena Cooper. Service Monday, 11 a.m., at Piser Memorial Chapel, 5206 Broadway. Interment Rosemont Park. Family at Schwartz residence, 7344 N. Kilbourn avenue, Lincolnwood. Friends may pay their respects at chapel, Sunday, after 7 p.m. LO 1-4740. [dod May 17, 1962] [Chicago Tribune (May 20, 1962) -- Submitted by Source #96]

SCHWARZBACH, Belle G. 93, beloved wife of the late Harry Schwarzbach loving mother of Ronald (Audrey) and Bud (Diane) Schwarzbach loving grandmother of Randi Schwarzbach (Arlen Gould), James (Colette) Schwarzbach, Beth S. Adolph, Mitchell (Leslie) Schwarzbach, Ellen Schwarzbach (Mark Wojcik), Laura and Peter Schwarzbach great-grandmother of Dan, Sonia, Heidi, Josh, Meredith, Bill, Douglas, Eric, Erin, Marissa and Nathan dear aunt of many nieces and nephews preceded in death by her siblings, Ruth Miller, Ann Kantor, David and Fred Goodman. Funeral services Thursday 1 p.m. at The Piser Chapel, 9200 N. Skokie Bled. (at Church St.), Skokie. Entombment Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Info, Piser Funeral Services, 847-679-4740. [Chicago Tribune (March 13, 2002) -- Submitted by Source #96]

SCHWEISTHAL, Rosemary A., nee Witt, beloved wife of Herbert dear mother of Renee Schweisthal fond sister of Margaret Lenz, Paul, and Jerome Witt, and the late Mary Witt, Rosalie Olsen, and Frances Matz. Funeral Saturday, 10:30 a.m. from the Theis Funeral Home, 3517-27 N. Pulaski road. to St. Viator church. Interment St. Adalbert's cemetery. IN 3-5800. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SCHWENK, ROSALIA mother of Albert Berthold, Caroline Hally, Rosalia Decker, Johanna Peters. 73 years of age. Funeral from residence. 754 East Ravenswood. Burial at Graceland on July 7. [July 5, 1909, Chicago Daily News - Sub. by Src #32]

SCOTT, Emma - see Hawekotte notice.

SCOTT, Winfield
Lived the Life of a Recluse. MOORE HAVEN, Feb. 14. - Winfield Scott, aged about 60, came to Moore, Haven. In July, 1918, from Chicago, where he had lived many years. He was a bachelor and, according to his own statement, had lived a life of a recluse. His home was where he slept, and he slept where darkness overtook him. he had paved up a neat sum of money and kept it on deposit in a Chicago saving bank. The cold winters of the north were too much for him and he came to Moore Haven to spend the balance of his days. He looked over the county and finally bought two acres of the finest land near Moore Haven. He made the deal with M. F. George, a local real estate agent, and took possession of it at once. He arranged with the Bank of Moore Haven to transfer from the Chicago bank enough of his deposits to pay for the land he had bought and to make needed improvements and went to work.
One day he was bitten by some small insect in the neck, and from that bite blood poison set in from the affects of which he died August,16, 1918 at Hotel Newell In Moore Haven. He was buried on a spot donated by Mrs. O'Brien, Moore Haven's mayor. Just before he died he called the bystanders to be witnesses to his will, as to how his property should be distributed, and which was in the following words: "I wish my property to go to my two nephews, sons of my brother." This was reduced to writing and signed by the witnesses, and after his death was deposited in the local bank for safekeeping. He had frequently stated to his friends when in good health that he wanted his nephews to have his property when he died. His only relatives were those two nephews, Murray W. Scott, of Stark county, Ohio, and David H. Scott, state senator for Hamilton county, Ohio - and a married sister, Mrs. Merrett Fawcett, who resides in Portland, Ore. He died before his money was received at Moore Haven to pay for his land, and, there being no written contract of sale, the deal was not consummated. His property consists of money in bank in Chicago and some lots in the city, amount and value of which is unknown. A public administrator has been appointed to take charge of the estate in Chicago, and the will is being probated in DeSoto county, Florida, where he died, and will be the basis on which the property will be distributed after the payment of his debts. [The Tampa Morning Tribune Saturday February 15, 1919 - Sub by Src #206]

SCULLY, Benedict J., of Arlington Heights, beloved husband of Dolores, nee Hodel dear father of Claudia, Celine, Jeanne, and Miriam fond son of Lucille Scully brother of Thomas. Services Saturday, 12:30 p.m., from Lauterburg & Oehler Funeral Home, 2000 E. Northwest highway, Arlington Heights, to St. James church. Mass 1 p.m. Interment Maryhill. 253-5423. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SEAMON, Nicholas Jerome - Funeral services were held Wednesday for Nicholas Jerome Seamon of 7800 Route 30, Lincoln Estates, Frankfort, who has operated Seamon's Grocery in Frankfort for eight years. The Rev. Cecil Coop officiated at rites at St. Anthony's church, Frankfort, and burial was in Calvary cemetery, Steger. Mr. Seamon died Sunday at his home. He was born October 3, 1908, in Piz, Poland, and had lived in the area 14 years. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of St. George and St. Anthony's church. Survivors include his wife, Helen two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Schefdore of Steger and Mrs. Carol Despensa of Concord, Calif. a son, Robert of Frankfort two sisters, Mrs. Anna Styger and Mrs. Olga Krenn of Chicago a brother, John Semenchuk of Chicago and 10 grandchildren. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL,Oct. 17, 1968, pg 8 - Submitted by Source #134]

SEBASTIAN, Harry Mark, beloved son of Harry C. and Laverne, nee Gessler half-brother of Debra, Sandra, and Linda. Services Saturday, 9 a.m., at Ev. Luth. church of St. Luke, Belmont and Greenview. Interment Rosehill. Lying in state at church from 8:30 a.m. Saturday until hour of services. Resting at Muelhoefer Funeral Home, 1458 Belmont avenue. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SEEMAN, Emil - husband of Jullann, nee Jeno: father of Henry (Kay) Gertrude (Joseph) Baranosky, Lydia (Herbert) Setzke, June (Elmer) Sonnenberg, and Richard (Pat) brother of Roman and Pauline Ritter. Hornburg and Sons Funeral Home . Internment Bethanla. LA3-6645 [Thurs., 25 March 1965, Chicago Trib. - From a Friend of Free Genealogy]

SEIDNER, Myrel - beloved mother of Helen Barren, Jacob, Henry, Dr. Maurice, Dr. Leo, Nathan, Dr. Max, and Adolph Seidner. Funeral Monday, 8 p.m. at chapel, 3125 W. Roosevelt-rd. Please omit flowers. Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6

SEIPP, Grace - beloved daughter of Mary C. and the late Conrad Seipp, fond sister of Mrs. Ida Mathiesen, Mrs. Louise Freeburg, Mrs. Clara Hellwig, Albert and Mrs. Mabel Rasmusson. Services Wednesday, April 2, [1930] at the residence, 5444 Berenice-av. Interment Forest Home cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SEITZ, Marie - Funeral services were held Wednesday in Zion Lutheran church, Sollitt, for Mrs. Marie Seitz of 708 Gould street, Beecher, who died Sunday in South Suburban hospital, Hazel Crest. The Rev. Waldemar Roth officiated, and interment was in the church cemetery. Mrs. Seitz was born March 29, 1901, in Washington Township. She is survived by her husband, Carl two sons, Richard and Norman of Beecher a sister, Mrs. Della Beseke of Beecher two brothers, Harry ____ of Grant Park and Martin ____ of Beecher, and three grandchildren. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL,Oct. 17, 1968, pg 8 - Submitted by Source #134]

SELL - Gaza Sell, Cooke, Brunst, 90, of Rockford (formerly of Elmhurst, IL) passed away Tuesday May 26, 2009. Born June 2, 1918 in Hamburg,Germany. The daughter of Henry and Emma Sell survivors include son Thomas (MaryAnn) Cooke of Rockford brothers Richard (Ruth) Sell and Otto Sell son-in-law, Larry Macek grandchildren, Emily (Daniel) DelVecchio, Kristen Cooke (finace Michael Zielinski), Lori (Greg) Reinhart,Michael (Stacy) Yacano and Diana (Jim) Neill and great-grandchildren Jeremy, Kyle, Brittany Reinhart, Michael, Samantha and Anthony Yacano, Hailie Neill, and Pierce DelVecchio predeceased by her husbands Harry Cooke and Carl Brunst beloved daughter Shirlee Macek. Memorial Service will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday June, 12 in Christ United Methodist Church, 920 Swain Ave., Elmhurst, IL with pastor Joane Patton-Seaton officiating. Burial in Chapel Hill West, Oak Brook Terrace, IL. [Unknown Newspaper, May 2009 Src #53 "1st Cousin 1xRemoved in Law"]

SENN, Fannie of 5480 Cornell avenue, beloved wife of the late Rubin dear mother of Ida R. Schneider of Milwaukee, Wis., Irving, Harold, Lillian Gerstein, and Benjamin of Indianapolis, Ind. 11 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren fond sister of Louis Gerchikov. Service Friday, 2 p.m., at Piser Memorial Chapel, 6935 Stony Island avenue. Interment Rodfei Zedek cemetery, Waldheim. Please omit flowers. DO 3-4920. [died Aug 1963] -- Submitted by Source #96]

SENN - Notable Deaths, January 1908: Dr. Nicholas Senn, surgeon, U. S. A., prominent in the Spanish American war, in Chicago aged 63. [New Ulm Review (New Ulm, MN), December 30, 1908, page 2, sub by RL]

SEPANSKI, Julian - April 28 [1930], husband of the late Elizabeth, fond father of George, Joseph, Helen, John and Allen(?). Member of the Catholic Order of T---ers, Holy Roman Catholic union, Polish Alma Mater and Catholic circle. Funeral Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m. from the residence, 5033 Cullom-av to St. Constantsa church. Interment St. Adalbert's. [Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SEVERSON, Walter G. - aged - 6(?) years, beloved son of Thomas and Mary Grant Severson, fond brother of Edmond. Military services will be held Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. at the home, 7229 N. Damers-av. Interment Memorial Park. [Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SEVIER - Four hunters were found frozen to death by the roadside near Dawes Creek, Newton County, Ark. It was believed they were W. H. Hughes, A. H. Dolphin, John W. Bright and Samuel Sevier, from Chicago. [The Nebraska Advertiser. (Nemaha City, Neb.), 31 Dec. 1897]

SHAKIN, Louis - husband of Jennie, father of Evelyn, Frimer and Irwin. Original Weinstein & Sons Chaple, Internment ,Westlawn Cemetery [Thurs., 25 March 1965, Chicago Trib. - From a Friend of Free Genealogy]

SHANAHAN, Joseph L., of 7936 S. Union avenue, beloved husband of Edna, nee Brown fond father of Dorothy Ann, Edna, Joseph A. and Charles Shanahan. Funeral Wednesday, 9 a.m. from chapel, 3424 W. 63d street, to St. Leo's church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Member of St. Rita council, K. of C. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12]

SHANAHAN - Mary J. Shanahan, nee McKenna, beloved wife of the late Thomas Shanahan, mother of Henry Sosine, Mrs. Josephine Ewing, and Vincent Sosinski, James, Thomas, and Martin Shanahan, and the late Joseph Sosinski, grandmother of 19, great-grandmother of one. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from chapel. 2346 W. Madison St., to Holy Ghost church. Burial Mount Carmel. [Chicago Daily Tribune 27 Apr 1941 Sub. by Src. #213]

SHARP, Gay Ianthe of 7759 N. Sheridan road, Oct. 24, 1955, wife of Richard L. Sharp dear mother of Stephen R. fond daughter of Genevieve and the late Ira B. Fehrman sister of Guinevere Fehrman. At chapel, 5501 N. Ashland avenue, where services will be held Thursday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. Interment Rosehill. [Chicago Tribune -- Submitted by Source #96]

SHARP, Sara - nee Recu, of 201 N. Central avenue, beloved wife of Benny, loving mother of Richard, beloved daughter of Betti and the late Ernest Recu, sister of Meyer Recu and Mrs. Sally Gertz. Service Sunday, 2 p.m., at chapel, 4225 W. Roosevelt road, corner of Tripp. Interment Westlawn cemetery. [Chicago Tribune (Illinois) April 27 & 28, 1951- Submitted by Source #96]

SHATTUC - Fred R. Shattuc, a young man of Chicago, died on Santa Fe train No. 2, Thursday morning near Kinsly. The remains were left here for embalming and was shipped later to Chicago, accompanied by the young man’s father who was traveling with him. [page – 5, column – 2, The Clipper, Hutchinson, Reno, KS, Feb. 27, 1901]

SHAUGHNESSY, Bridget, nee Hartnett, Sept. 24, 1893, at 4012 Wright st., wife of John, native of Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, aged 47 yrs. Funeral from St. Gabriel's Church to Sag Bridge.

SHAUGHNESSY, Edward H.
E. H. Shaughnessy To Be Buried Today
Washington, Feb. 13: Edward H. Shaughnessy of Chicago, second assistant postmaster general, who was fatally injured in the collapse of the Knickerbocker theater here last Saturday night, will be buried tomorrow afternoon in Arlington national cemetery. The Fort Meyer military hand and a mounted escort from that post will accompany the funeral procession and the air mail service, of which Mr Shaughnessy was in charge, will send a squadron of airplanes to drop flowers along the route.
Mrs. Shaughnessy, who with her two daughters also was injured in the catastrophe, has been forbidden by her physician to attend the funeral. High officers of the army and officials of the postoffice and other government branches will accompany the funeral cortege. [Albuquerque Journal (Albuquerque, NM) 04 Feb 1922, p3]

SHAY--Nov. 22, at No. 933 Elston avenue. John Joseph, son of the late John H. Shay, aged 20 months. [Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, IL), 24 Nov 1893 - Sub by Src #206]

SHEAHAN--Nov. 23, at No. 223 Clybourn avenue, Daniel W., son of Daniel Sheahan, aged 4 years. [Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, IL), 24 Nov 1893 - Sub by Src #206]

SHEEHAN -- Thomas Sheehan, March 9, beloved husband of Mary, nee Kelly, father of William, Mary, Michael, John, Edward, and the late Margaret Sheehan, brother of Patrick, John, and Officer Michael Sheehan, at his residence, 1846 N. Robey-st., native of County Clare, Ireland. Funeral Wednesday, March 12, at 9 sharp, to Annunciation church, where high mass will be celebrated thence by carriages to Calvary. [Chicago Tribune, 3/11/1913 - Sub by FoFG]

SHEER, Mollie nee Hamburger, of 6908 N. Oakley avenue, beloved wife of the late Ben fond mother of Dinah Cohen, the late Maurice A. Sheer, and Ruth devoted grandmother of Rhoda, Harold Gotthelf, Edward Sheer, and Elaine Cohen. Private services were held Thursday, Feb. 13. Shiva at Cohen residence 6308 N. Oakley avenue. Information, INdependence 3-5000. [Chicago Tribune, Feb 14, 1958 -- Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Anna S. nee Cody, beloved wife of the late Thomas Sheldon loving mother of Thomas (Allalie) John, Helen (John) Anderson and William (Annette) Sheldon dear grandmother of 10 and 14 great grandchildren fond sister of Lillian Erea and the late John Cody. Funeral Thursday, 10 a.m., at Blake-Lamb Chapel, 4727 W. 103d St., Oak Lawn. Interment Fairmount Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. For public transportation info, call 636-1193 or Chicago 735-4242. [dod March 21, 1976 - Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Anna (nee Thome), beloved wife of the late George W. Sheldon, loving mother of Frances (Tom) Cashin and the late George Sheldon, fond grandmother of nine, great-grandmother of three. Funeral Saturday, 8:45 A.M., from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 3737 West 79th St. to St. Bernadette Church. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Member of La Rabida Circle, No. 36, D. of I. and South Side No. 110 WOM. In lieu of flowers Masses would be appreciated. [Chicago Daily News, December 29, 1966 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, George William - beloved husband of Catherine Sheldon, nee King dear father of Mary (Patrick) Kenny, George E. (Margaret), Richard A., Joseph J., Mark F., and Catherine A. Sheldon, dear grandfather of Joseph Patrick Kenny, loving son of Anna Sheldon, fond brother of Frances (Thomas) Cashin. Funeral Saturday, 9:30 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 79th Street at Loomis boulevard, to Our Lady of Solace church. Interment St. Mary's cemetery. [Chicago Daily News (Chicago, Illinois) January 31, 1963 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, HENRIETTA - at 3303 Charlton St. Nov. 20, 1891. beloved wife of Robert Sheldon aged 46 years and 6 months. Funeral from above residence at 10 oclock Sunday Nov. 22 by carriage to Rose Hill.
(Henrietta Amelia Sheldon, nee Saward born 14 Apr 1844, Mile End, Stepney, Middlesex, East London, England) [The Chicago Daily News, page 6, Saturday, November 20, 1891 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Joseph - Feb. 13, 1942, beloved husband of Rose, nee Mackin fond father of Mrs. Loretta Maack, Thomas, Mrs. Rose Larson, Mrs. Henrietta Bohnlifink, Joseph, Mrs. Margaret Swanson, Mrs. Hazel Mays, Mrs. Lillian Schmidt, Robert, Mrs. Louise Phelps, and Mrs. June Hanson, 20 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral Monday, 3 p.m. at mortuary, 1750 W. 35th street. Member of Brighton Park, lodge, No. 354, A. F. & A. M. and Logan chapter, No. 196. Burial Fairmount. [Chicago Daily Tribune, February 15, 1942 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Joseph - 95, Highland, CA, formerly Brighton Park, Chicago, retired Policeman and Veteran of WW I beloved husband of Marge Ottway Sheldon devoted father of Betty (Phillip) Gaynor fond grandfather of Phillip J. (Heidi), Gary from Phoenix, AZ. and Michael (Nancy) great-grandfather of Danielle brother to Louise Phelps and June Hanson many nieces and nephews. [Chicago Tribune, January 9, 1994 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Julia Allalie - nee Griffin beloved wife of the late Thomas M.Sheldon loving mother of Thomas (Emy nee Mrkvicka) Sheldon, Susan(Jack) Sala, Barbara (Bill) Ross cherished grandmother of Marcy, Bethany, Michael, Jennifer, Scott, Christine and Lindsay great-grandmother of Alexis. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m. at Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St., Downers Grove (1 block South of Ogden Ave). Funeral service and interment private. -- [Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Margaret Madeline Becker Ottway, 97, Sept. 13, 1997, of San Bernadino, CA, formerly of Chicago, wife of the late Merton G. Ottway and Joseph Sheldon mother of Dolores Ottway McGinnis and Robert Merton Ottway grandmother of eight great-grandmother of 16 sister of Eda Conway, Orland Park, IL. Service Saturday, Sept. 27, 1 p.m. at Fairmount-Willow Hills Memorial Park, Willow Springs. [Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, May L. - April 22 (?) [1930] sister of the late Frank P. Sheldon. Interment was made at Rosehill cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 26, 1930 - Submitted by source #6]

SHELDON, Robert -AGED MAN KILLS HIMSELF
Explains It Is Because of Daughter-In-Laws Treatment
Lying in the yard in rear of his home (should read - his son's home) at 3313 Wood street the body of Robert Sheldon, a machinist, 68 years old, was found early to-day by W. W. Moran, a neighbor. Near the body was found a note which explained that Sheldon had taken his own life owing to the treatment of a daughter-in-law, Mrs. J. Sheldon. The decedent had been despondent for some time. He had taken a quantity of carbolic acid.
[Chicago Daily News, Tuesday, June 24, 1902 - Submitted by Source #96]
SHELDON, ROBERT, at his sons residence, 3313 Wood St. Burial Thursday, June 26, by carriage to Rose Hill. The Chicago Daily News, Wednesday, June 25, 1902, page 13

SHELDON, Robert - beloved husband of Mildred, nee Bliss dear father of Joseph (Chris) and Carolann (Robert) Matuzas loving grandfather of Deborah, Nora and Christpher fond brother of Rose Larson, Margaret (Al) Swanson, Joe (Marge), Lillian (Leo) Schmidt, Hazel Mayes, Louise (Robert) Phelps and June (Al) Hansen. Resting at Richard Funeral Home, 5749 Archer Av., corner of Lorel, Tuesday 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Lying in state at Gloria Del Lutheran Church, 53d and Major, Thursday from 10 a.m. until service 11 a.m. Interment Bethania Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Christ Lutheran Church, Fairfield, Ill. or Gloria Del Lutheran Church, Chicago. [Chicago Tribune (Illinois) June 7, 1977 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Thomas - beloved husband of Anna, nee Cody loving father of Thomas M., John J., Helen Anderson, and William E. Sheldon fond grandfather of nine great-grandfather of five dear brother of Joseph, Robert, Loretta Maack, Rose Larson, Margaret Swanson, Lily Schmidt, Hazel Mayes, Louise Phelps, and June Hansen. Funeral Monday, 1:30 p.m., at the Blake-Lamb Chapel, 79th street at Loomis boulevard. Interment Fairmount. Retired member of local 597, Pipefitters union. [Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) July 30 & 31, 1966 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, Thomas Michael - beloved husband of Allalie loving mother of Thomas (Emy, nee Mrkvicka), Susan (Jack) Sala and Barbara (William) Rossgrandfather of Marcy, Bethany, Michael, Jennifer, Scott, Christine and Lindsay great-grandfather of Alexis brother of Jack Sheldon and Helen Anderson nephew of Lillian Erea. Visitation Friday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St., Downers Grove (1 blk. S. Ogden). Funeral services and interment private. Retired employee of Fluor Corp. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Multiple Sclerosis or American Cancer Society appreciated. 708-968-1000. (born 20 Aug 1916 Chicago, died 16 Feb 1994 Downers Grove, DuPage, Illinois)[Unknown Chicago paper - Submitted by Source #96]

SHELDON, William Edward - Ret. Lt. CFD, age 66, beloved husband of Annette, nee Hudon loving father of Margaret (Earl) Jones, William E. Jr.(Teresa), Elizabeth (Robert) Specht, John (Sharon) and Richard (Sophie) Wesdzunas grandfather of 17 and great-grandfather of three fond brother of Thomas (Allalie), John and Helen (late John) Anderson. Funeral service Friday, 12 noon, at the Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn. Interment private. Visitation Thursday 3 to 10 p.m. Life member of Disabled Veterans. (Note: born 17 Apr 1924 Chicago, Cook, Illinois, died 5 Sep 1989, Hardy, Sharp County, Arkansas) [unknown Chicago paper -- Submitted by Source #96]

SHERMAN, B. F. Jr. (Fmr. of B.) d. Chicago, Ill. 3/11/1877 [Compiled from old newspapers by Milo Custer in 1912 - Submitted by source #105]

SHERMAN, Benson --- CHICAGO, Ill., April 8. - Benson Sherman died of black smallpox in a cell tonight at the Harrison Street police station, the largest in the city. A score or more of policemen and forty-five prisoners were exposed to the dreaded disease. [Omaha World Herald - 9 Apr. 1894 - Sub by #181]

SHERMAN, Frances Sherman (nee Witowski) - beloved wife of the late Ervin devoted mother of Janis [Frank] Bulow dear sister of Stella T. Giermak, Helen Lebedz, Eleanore Cunningham and the late Sophie Bigora, Edward Witowski and Bernice Fritzler fond grandmother of four. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from Thompson Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., to St. Gerald Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary. 425-0500. [Chicago Tribune (Illinois) May 20, 1973 - Submitted by source #96]

SHERWITZ, Suzanne E., aged --? months, beloved daughter of Otis and --nie, nee Loeffler. funeral from residence, 1461 Rascher-av., Monday at 2 p.m. to Rosehill cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SHIELDS, Daniel J., 7514 Chappel-av., devoted husband of Emma Frances Nicholson Shields, beloved father of Joseph N., Ella T., Arthur W., Norman F., Mrs. Dora Follis, Ruby N., and Eva. Services at parlors, 7509 Stony Island-av., Thursday, April 17 [1930] at 1 p.m. Interment Rosehill cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 16, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SHIELDS, REVEREND HARVEY M. died at Mineral Wells, Texas, on March 6, 1916. Dr. Shields had been living at the Texas resort for almost a year seeking to benefit his health through the waters of the famous springs there. Burial was made at that place.
Dr. Shields was well known throughout the State of New Mexico, having been a resident for many years. His first charge was at Las Cruces in 1893, one year after his ordination as a priest of the Episcopal Church. In 1894 he went to Chicago where he remained for five years. In 1899 he returned to New Mexico to take charge of the mission at Jemez Hot Springs, from which point the removed to the Upper Gila and later to Bisbee, Arizona, where he remained until 1908 when he was sent by his bishop to the church at Dawson, New Mexico. Dr. Shields was always prominent in public affairs notwithstanding his calling. He was a man of more than ordinary ability and well liked by all who knew him. He was elected member of the board of county commissioners of Colfax County in 1911, and was chosen chairman of the board, a position which he held at the time of his death. Dr. Shields was also prominent in the good roads movement and for several years was vice-president of the National Highways Association. He is survived by a widow. [Source: "Old Santa Fe", April 1916, Vol. III No. 10, pages 180-182 transcribed by Src #200]

SHIKORA, Sandra Chodock - A memorial service for Sandra Chodock Shikora will be held at a later date in Chicago. She died Sunday, Aug. 8, 1999, in Arlington Heights.
She was the beloved mother of Evan Scott (Lisa) Shikora, Heidi Alane Shikora and Todd Ryan Shikora daughter of the late Israel and Bella Chodock beloved sister of Harvey (Carolyn) Chodock and Leslie (Melitta) Chodock beloved grandmother of Mia Juliet and aunt and cousin of many. Arrangements were made by Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., Pittsburgh, Pa. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) - August 10, 1999, submitted by source #67]

SHIMUK, Anna, beloved wife of the late William dear mother of John loving grandmother of Sandra, Robert, and Diane, and great-grandmother of two. Member of Intercession of Holy Virgin Russian Women society, Br. No. 3, R. I. M. A. S. Funeral Saturday, Feb. 25, at 9 a.m., from Kiersch and DeStefano Chapel, 2411 W. Chicago avenue, to St. George Russian cathedral, 917 N. Wood street. Interment Elmwood Park cemetery. Info., AR 6-2000. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SHINE, Mary - nee Joyce, beloved wife of Joseph, mother of Virginia, Michael, Jean and Rosemary, daughter of the late Patrick and Ellen, sister of Mrs. Honors Howard, Mrs. Agnes Baska?, Mrs. Irene Morenilla, Edmund and M---? [can't read] Funeral Monday at 9 a.m. from late residence, 5630 S. Greenst., to V--? church. Interment Mount Olivet. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SHIPBAUGH, Patrick J. - beloved husband of Nancy, nee Zuehlke devoted father of Jan and Jonathan dear son of Mary, nee Pequignot, and the late William brother of William (Patricia), Malcolm (Norma), Robert (Maureen), Donald (Phyllis), Mary Jane (Leonard) Opel, Shirley (George) Watkins and Elizabeth (James) Brown many nieces and nephewsdear son in law of Marge and Harold Zuehlke dear brother in law of James, Donald and Kathy Zuehlke. Resting at Hornburg-Klein Evergreen Funeral Home, 2955 W. 95th St., Wednesday and Thursday 2 to 10 p.m. Services Friday 10:30 a.m. Interment Fairmount. 422-7010 [Chicago Tribune, April 26, 1978 - Submitted by Source #96]

SHIPBAUGH - William J. (Bill) Shipbaugh of Hoffman Estates, beloved husband of Patricia, nee Lewinski fond father of Marc and Kelly dear son of Mary Shipbaugh son in law of Pat and Rosalie Cutrona brother of Malcolm (Norma), Robert (Maureen), Mary Jane (Leonard) Opal, Donald (Phyllis), Shirley (George) Watkins, Elizabeth (Lee) Brezinski and the late Patrick (Nancy) beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Resting at the Ahlgrim and Sons Funeral Home, 330 W. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral Friday May 2, at 9 a.m. to Church of the Holy Spirit. Mass at 9:30 a.m. Please omit flowers. Interment St. Michael Cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1980 - Submitted by Src #96]

SHOREY -- DANIEL LEWIS SHOREY. Born, Jan. 31, 1824, in Jonesborough, Maine. Son of Joseph and Maria Sylvester (Hall) Shorey. Fitted at Phillips Academy, Andover. He taught at Washington, D.C., from Sept., 1851 to Aug., 1853, in Ritten House Academy. Studied law there with Joseph Habersham Bradley, Washington, and at Harvard Law School, and was admitted to the Massachusetts bar in 1854. After a year of practice in Boston, he removed to Davenport, Iowa, where he remained from 1856 to 1865, when he removed to Chicago. He was city attorney at Davenport member and president of the library board in Chicago author of the draft of the Illinois statute governing the organization of public libraries charter member and president of the Chicago Literary Club, before which he read important papers member of the city council for six years. Died, March 4, 1899, in Chicago.
Married, Sept. 4, 1856, Maria Antoinette, daughter of John A. Merriam of Bedford, Mass. Children: Martha and Paul. [Source: Dartmouth College Necrology, 1898-1899, Hanover, N.H., Dartmouth Press, 1899. - tr. by K. Mohler]

SHORRIS, Bess (nee Balaban), beloved wife of the late Merwyn, loving mother of Morton (Laurie, nee Kroger), darling grandmother of Perry and Stacey, fond sister of Shirley Einbinder, Mary Morris, Peggy (Irving) Gorenstein, Bea (Nate) Levinson of Florida and the late Etta (Sam) Lombardo. Services Friday 11 a.m. at Original Weinstein Menorah Chapel, 3019 W. Peterson Av. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. Chapel visitation at time of service. Information 561-1890. [Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SHORT - Mrs. Mary Short, the Norwegian wife of a negro waiter of Chicago, who had just fallen heir to considerable property, was found murdered, and her husband is suspected. [The Indiana State Sentinel (Indianapolis, IN) April 3, 1889]

SIEGEL, Regina nee Brown, wife of the late Jack loving mother of Arthur Brown (Rochelle) and Marion (Hyman) Holtzman five grandchildren fond sister of the late Sidney (Helen) Brown. Services Thursday, 1 p.m., at Piser North Town Memorial Chapel, 6130 N. California Av., Joel A. Weinstein Funeral Director. Interment Free Sons Cemetery. Member of Northwest Home for the Aged. Friends may pay their respects at time of services. Info. 338-2300. [published January 31, 1973 -Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SIEPAK, Vincent, beloved husband of the late Honorata, nee Cichorski loving father of S. M. Generose, O. S. F. B. K., Rose Yanos, Helen, Wanda (Nicholas) Grib, Josephine, Charlotte (Edward) Cygan, Theodore, Edward (Helen), and Loretta grandfather of six great-grandfather of one. Funeral Saturday, 9:30 a.m., from Szykowny Funeral Home, 4901-07 S. Archer avenue, to St. Bruno church. Interment Resurrection. 735-7521. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SIEWERT - Ida (nee Mack), beloved mother of Fred and Lizzie Siewert, March 31, age 62 years, 3 months, 10 days. Funeral from her late residence, 689 W. 13th Street, Sunday, April 3 at 1 PM, to Waldheim Cemetery. (Chicago Daily News, April 1, 1898- Submitted by Source #96)

SIEWERT, Ida [nee Jensh] Jan. 13, 1949, loving mother of Marie Winiarz, Elizabeth Risley and Bertha La Crosse, grandmother of four, great-grandmother of four. Resting at funeral home, 3653-55 Fullerton avenue. Services Monday, Jan. 17, at 3 p.m. Interment Waldheim. BElmont 5-1815. [Chicago Tribune, Jan. 15, 1949 -- Submitted by Source #96]

SIEVERS, EDMUND H. 81, Steger, 3443 Halsted Blvd., Steger, died Sunday at Parkway Center. Interment services will be held at a later date at Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Steger. Arrangements were completed by the Melvin-Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling.
He was born Aug. 10, 1907 in Atlanta, Ga., the son of Peter and Anna Christine Engelland Sievers. He married Bernice Hartmann and she died in November of 1988. Mr. Sievers was a member of First Congregational Church of Steger, Masonic Lodge AF & AM, Chicago Heights Chapter, Chicago, the Order of Eastern Star, Hazel Chapter of Crete, Steger Historical Society and the Steger Garden Club. He is survived by one daughter, Patricia Slaney of Sterling, one brother, Peter Sievers of Ft. Wayne, Ind. one sister, Ella Miller of Chicago Heights and three grandchildren. [The Daily Gazette, Sterling-Rock Falls, Illinois, April 3, 1989 - pg A2. Submitted by source #85]

SIKORA, Irene T. (Slezak), age 86, head cook at Holy Name Cathedral for over 30 years. Beloved wife of Raymond, loving mother of Donna (Hrair) Keleshian, Kathleen (Alan) Barc, Janet (Harpo) Mladic, cherished grandmother of Christopher (Jessica), Timothy, Nicholas Keleshian, Heather, Jennifer Barc, Krystal, Keaton Mladic, great-grandmother of Syndey Morgan Keleshian, dear sister of Esther (late Norman) Strossner, the late John (Anne), late Walter (Florence), late Al (Jay), late Casey, late Julie, late Mary, late Sr. Mary Virginia CHFN Slezak, the late Ann (late Peter) Wysopal, late Bernice (late Jack) Hargarten, wonderful sister-in-law and aunt to many and a friend to all. Funeral service Monday, June 18, 2007, Lying-in-state at St. Mary Immaculate 15629 S. Rte. 59, Plainfield, IL. 9 a.m. until Mass 10:30 a.m. Visitation Sunday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Mt. Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney, 60402. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Zefran Funeral Directors, 708-749-2033 [Chicago Sun Times, June 15, 2007 - Sub by FoFG]

SILVERMAN, Aaron -- of 924 Winona avenue, beloved husband of the late Celia, dear father of Fanet Schwartz, Mollie, Bea, Dr. Irwin Silvern, Jeanette Paddor, Sody, Marily, and Alfred. Services Monday, 1 p.m., at chapel, 5206 Broadway. Please omit flowers. [Chicago Tribune, Feb 20, 1944 Submitted by Source #96]

SILVERMAN, Celia (nee Gertz) of 924 Winona avenue, beloved wife of Aaron, dear mother of Fanet Schwartz, Mollie, Bea, Dr. Irwin Silverman, Jeanette Paddor, Sody, Marily, and Alfred, fond sister of Charles, Jack, and the late Bessie Arkin and Sam. Services Wednesday, 2 p.m., at chapel, 6206 Broadway. Interment O. K. O. J., Waldheim. [dod May 24, 1943] [Chicago Tribune [May 25, 1943] -- Submitted by Source #96]

SILVERMAN, Howard - April 24, aged 26 years, beloved son of Anne Silverman and loving brother of Rita. Funeral Sunday, April 27 [1930] at 2 p.m. from --? & Hobin's, Rock Island, Ill. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SIMON, Abraham E -- Abe E. Simon, beloved husband of Bertha Lifton dear father of Marcia Pomerantz, Leonard, Gladys Wolff, Robert and Lloyd Lifton loving grandfather of 12 fond brother of Anne Simon, and Tillie Schiff. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m., at Piser Memorial chapel, 6935 Stony Island avenue. Interment Temple Judea cemetery, Waldheim.. [Chicago Tribune, Jan 2, 1961. Submitted by source #96]

SIMON, Bertha Lifton , 89, of Hyde Park, a founding member of Chicago Hadassah, died Saturday [12 Nov 1983] in her home. Mrs. Simon is survived by three sons, Robert and Lloyd Lipton and Leonard Simon two daughters, Gladys Wolff and Marcia Pomerantz eight grandchildren three great-grandchildren and three sisters. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in K. A. M. Isaiah Israel Congregation, 5039 S. Greenwood Ave.
Bertha Lifton Simon, nee Axelrod, beloved wife of the late Abe Simon and Joseph Lifton devoted mother of Gladys Wolff, Robert B. (Norma) and Lloyd Lifton, Marcia (Alex) Pomerantz and Leonard Simon loving grandmother of Jan (Jim) Bensdorf, Eric (Dorothy) Wolff, Amy (Rick) Moss, David, Julie, Emily, Heather and Keith Lifton great-grandmother of Naomi Bensdorf, Jessica and Danile Moss dear sister of Rose Stern Sara Rubin, Daisy (Stuart) Driss and the late Annie Recu, Lena Gordon and Esther Axelrod. Services Monday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m., at Stone Chapel, K. A. M. - Isaiah Israel Congregation. Info., Furth Funeral Direction, 784-4300. [Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SIMON, ELIZABETH - At Los Angeles, Cal., Sept. 3, wife of Simon. Ravenswood, aged 49 years and 11 months. Funeral notice later. [Chicago Daily News, Monday, 5 Sep 1892]

SIMON, James, 71, died November 23, 2009, at his home. Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Mars Hill Baptist Church 5916 W. Lake St, Chicago Il 60644 Senior pastor Clarence Stowers Jr,. officiate. Mr. Simon was born August. 10, 1938, in Clarksdale MS., to William and Mary Simon. He graduated from high school and later served in the Unites States Army. He moved to Chicago in 1968 and made Chicago his home in 1973. In 1992, he retired from The Water Reclamation of Greater Chicago.. He was a member of the Mars Hill Missionary Baptist Church and enjoyed sports, camping, fishing, and reading. His family wrote: "James loved to watch the Bears games . He also enjoyed meeting and sharing life stories with everyone he met. He always told a good story and was a gentle man. He will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him." Mr. Simon is survived by his daughters, Cathy Louis, Denise Daniels and Susan Turner sons, James Simon, Carl Davis Sr. and Jason Simon son-in-law, Gregory Louis, Mike Daniels Bill Turner daughters-in-law, Darlene Simon, and Robin Davis and 8 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are with Mars Hill Baptist Church

SIMONS, Harry - trustee of Chicago Lawn lodge, No. 44, L.O.O.M. Resting McPhee Funeral Home, 7133 S. Western avenue, where services will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Interment Beverly. [The Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct 1964, Submitted by source #12]

SINARD, Stanley V., beloved husband of Helen Sinard. Funeral Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from home, 8304 (3304?) N. Avers-av. to St. Viator's church. Interment St. Adelberts. [Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SINDEWALD, Johanna--Sindewald, Johanna Johanna Sindewald of 3221 S. Throop Street, beloved wife of the late John Sindewald. Johanna Sindewald died: 10/25/1943, Cook County, Chicago, Illinois. Buried Bethania Cemetery. (Submitted by source 140)

SITTS, William H., 68, of 333 Arbor avenue, West Chicago, Feb. 22, Community hospital, Geneva, Ill., fond brother of Mrs. Eva Willoughby of Marine City, Mich., Miss Edna Sitts of West Chicago, Mrs. Edith Clinton of Chicago, Frank of West Chicago, and George of Geneva uncle of four nephews and three nieces. Funeral services Saturday, 1 p.m., at Norris Chapel, 132 Fremont street, West Chicago. Burial in Glen Oak cemetery, West Chicago. Visitation after 2 p.m. Friday. 231-0060. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SKEETER: Touching obituary notice in a Chicago paper: "Amos Skeeter, a well known resident of this city, and a fine singer, was instantly killed at the Tremont House last night by a stranger, who became angry at his attentions. He leaves a large family." [Source: Wyandotte Gazette (Kansas City, Kansas) Oct. 9, 1869, page 1]

SKINKLE, Frank - Died in Chicago, Jan. 10, suddenly of heart disease, Lewis Franklin Skinkle, 32.
Death of Frank Skinkle -- The friends and acquaintances of Mr. Frank Skinkle were shocked Tuesday morning when the wires flashed the sad news of his death. His demise was from heart disease and sudden. Mr. Harrison and Harry L. Gregory left yesterday to attend the funeral. The body will be placed in a vault for further disposal probably brought to Henry, interment in the family lot. In the death of Mr. Skinkle the great house of Field, Leiter and Co loses one of their chief clerks.
Later particulars are to the effect that he went home Monday evening and ate his supper, feeling as well as usual. About 8 o'clock he complained of not feeling well, and said he would retire. Soon after going upstairs, his wife heard a groan and called to Frank, supposing that it was from his father, getting no response from Frank, she went upstairs, and found him unconscious, who soon after expired. The physicians say that they could not have saved him had they been present. His body was placed in a vault until his wife determines upon its final resting place. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL, January 13, 1881 - Submitted by Source #25]

SKOPEC, Agnes (nee Hlanvicka) -- beloved wife of the late John Skopec dear mother of John Skopec, William (Vlasta) Skopec, and Lillian (Albert) Hadac grandmother of Allen Hadac. Services Wednesday, April 5, 1:30 p.m. at H. Marik Sons, 2534 S. Pulaski Road. Interment Bohemian National cemetery. Member of Josefa Havilchova, No 129, JCD&P, Milada & Dube, No 64, CSA, and Jim Podebrasky, No 100, CSA LA 1-3972. [Chicago Tribune Tuesday, April 4, 1967 - Submitted by source #77]

SKOPEC, John Sr., -- late of 2619 S. Springfield avenue, beloved husband of Agnes loving father of John, William, and Lillian Hadac brother of Michael grandfather of Allen Hadac. Services Wednesday, March 22, at 2 p.m. from H. Marik Sons chapel, 2534 S. Pulaski road. Interment Bohemian National. [Chicago Tribune, 1961-03-21

SKOPEC, Joseph F. of Schaumburg --- Prayers for Joseph F. Skopec, 88, will be said at 9:15 a.m. Monday at Countryside Funeral Home, 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Road) Streamwood/Schaumburg, and proceed to St. Marceline Church for a Mass at 10 a.m. Born March 4, 1914 in Chicago, he died Thursday, May 2, 2002 at Alden Poplar Creek Nursing Home, Hoffman Estates. Interment will be in Bohemian National Cemetery, Chicago. Mr. Skopec was a member of St. Marcelline Senior's Group. Joseph is survived by his wife, Agnes, (nee Seheffer) Skopec daughter Arlene (Mike) Andrews of Schaumburg son, Allen (Andrea) Skopec of Chicago Ridge grandchildren: Michael Jr., Brian, Mark, Matt, and Michael and his great-grandchildren:Robbie, Ryan, Megan, Michael III, Amanda, Katie, Mark Jr., Samantha, Michael and Allyson. He was preceeded in death by his parents, Joseph and Anna (nee Triner) Skopec sister, Elsie Skopec, and his brother, William Skopec. Visitation will be from 2 to8 p.m. today at the funeral home. [Submitted by source #77]

SKOPEC, William F. - of 2010 S. Loomis street, beloved husband of Eleanor fond brother of Elsie [Edwin] Homolka and Joseph [Agnes] Skopec son of the late Joseph and Anna. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m., from chapel, 1345 W. 19th street, to St. Procopius' church. Interment family lot. [Chicago Tribune, 1959-03-23 - Submitted by source #77]

SLAVIN, ISABELLA I.- At the family residence. 911 Fulton-st., Sept. 5. Funeral at 7 o'clock Wednesday Sept. 7 to St. Mainchl's church, thence to C. & N. W. depot to Woodstock, Ill. Friends are kindly requested not to send flowers. [Chicago Daily News, Monday, 5 Sep 1892]

SLEZAK -- John H. Slezak, beloved husband of Ann loving father of Ruth Ann (Albert) Collins, Dennis and Kenneth (Judy) dear grandfather of five great-grandfather of one fond brother of Irene Sikora and Esther Strossner. Funeral Service Monday, March 12, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Matz Funeral Home,410 E. Rand Rd., Mt. Prospect, IL. Interment Fairview Memorial Park. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 8 p.m. Info, 847-394-2336. [Chicago Tribune, March 11, 2007 - Sub by FoFG]

SLEZAK -- Josephine (Vogrity) Slezak 86, of Chicago Ridge, IL., loving wife of the late Aloysius, devoted mother of Patricia, Anthony (Margaret), Steven (Debra), and the late Martin. Grandmother to Laura, Linda, Angela, Bradley, Jonathan. Great-grandmother to John, Erika, Christopher, Miranda, Elaina, Jerod. Loving sister to her departed siblings Frank, Michael, Virginia, Concetta, Antoinette, and Gloria. Dearest companion of the late Anthony V. "Pops" DiNovo. Memorial service to be held at First United Methodist Church of Oak Lawn, 10000 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn, IL., Saturday, November 22, 2008, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. [Chicago Tribune, November 20, 2008 - Sub by FoFG]

SLEZAK -- Sr. Mary Virginia Slezak CSFN Angeline, was called home to God April 10, 2005, beloved daughter of the late Stanley and the late Maryann (nee Kuciemba), dear sister of John, Irene Sikora and Esther Strossner, preceded in death by Julia, Ann Wysopal, Casimir, Bernice Hargarten, Walter and Aloysius, nieces, nephews and her religious sisters. Funeral Mass Tuesday, April 12, 7 p.m at the Provincialate, 310 N. River Rd., Des Plaines. Wake Service 5 p.m. Visitation 3 p.m. until time of Mass. Interment All Saints. Walter L. Sojka, Director, 312-666-2673 [Chicago Sun Times, April 12, 2005 - Sub by a FoFG]

SMITH, Albert Paul manager of the Chicago Clearing House, fell dead in a Cottage Grove Avenue car a few evenings since, while on his way home from his office. Mr. SMITH had been at the clearing house, in the Merchants' National Bank building, during the day, and was seemingly in good health. January 31, 1890, Ava Advertiser

SMITH, Barney -died at Chicago on Monday. He formerly resided here and was half brother to Joseph and Samuel Holmes. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL September 3, 1874 - Submitted by Source #25]

SMITH-- Bernita Jeanette, beloved daughter of Loren and Lillian Smith, Dec. 24, at her residence, 1468 Harvard-st. Funeral private. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SMITH Charles, - aged 23 years, son of Andrew and Mary Smith (nee Fanning), native of Mullqueagauan, Parish of Larey, County Cavan, Ireland. Funeral from Alexian Brothers' Hospital, Tuesday, at 10 a. m., by carriages to Calvary. 1890-09-23 Chicago Tribune (IL) Submitted by Source #33

SMITH, Elijah - At Chicago, July 15, Elijah Smith, aged 70 years, formerly a resident of Henry.
Elijah Smith, we learn from the Chicago papers of yesterday, "has been gathered to his fathers." He died at the residence of his son Charles M. Smith, No. 215 37th street, on Tuesday, the funeral taking place today. Mr. Smith lived in this township from 1857 to 1867, and was owner and occupant of the Lombard place, a mile west of town. He was a brother-in-law of Rev. John Winn, and was an elder of the Presbyterian church of Henry at that time. He was then wealthy, living from the income of a large estate. The shrinkage of property in late years rendered him, like hundreds of others, comparatively a poor man, although his real estate operations since his return to Chicago accredited him as being worth, a few years ago $100,000. He was an old settler of Chicago, going there in 1838, when the population of that city was less than 5000. He was a very unassuming gentleman, but of excellent business tact, and respected by all. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL - July 17, 1879, Submitted by Source #25]

SMITH -- Eliza Bradley Smith, April 26, aged 93 years. Funeral Sunday at 2 o'clock, from residence, 3348 Indiana-av. Burial private. Chicago Tribune, 1901, submitted by source #27

SMITH In Dunton, Cook Co, Ill., Aug. 20, 1865. Gertrude H., wife of Rev W. Ward Smith, of the West Wis. Conference, and daughter of D.H. Kingtley, of Dunton.
She was born at Camillus, N.Y., June, 1839. Was married in November, 1863, and went immediately with her husband to his charge. In February last she suffered an attack of lung fever which resulted in consumption. Returning to her father's house at Mazo Manie, she remained there until her death. In her life she was an earnest, faithful Christian, seeking always opportunities for doing good. Under the hard hand of disease she was very patient and trustful. "Let us be cheerful," she said, while suffering intensely, "for God does it." "It is best or God would not permit it." We are bereaved, she is victorious. H. [The Albany Journal, Oct. 12, 1865. Transcribed by KT]

SMITH, Harry Jr. - March 30, 1930, beloved son of Harry G. and Frances, brother of Betty and Mildred. Services at residence, 8530 Rhodes-av., Wednesday April 2, at 3 p.m. Interment at Oakwoods. Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6

SMITH, Henry - at West Allis, Wis, beloved husband of the late Jennie, nee Jones, father of Mrs. Eva Brown, Mrs. Maude Van Deusen, and Harry Smith. Funeral Tuesday, 2 p.m. at chapel, 234-? Madison -st., Chicago. Burial at Forest --? cemetery, Masonic services. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

SMITH - The funeral of Mrs. J. M. SMITH occurred at St. Stepheus A. M. E. Church Saturday morning Rev. Hall officiating. The deceased was a member of Golden Gate Temple No. 2. Remains were interred at Waldheim Cemetery. [The Appeal (St. Paul, MN), February 23, 1889, page 2, sub by RL]

SMITH, Mamie - Died in Chicago, July 19, of heart disease, Mamie, 18, daughter of the late William J. Smith, a former resident of this city.
Mamie Smith, daughter of a former resident of Henry, died in Chicago last week, a notice of which will be found in this issue, from our Chicago correspondent. The families of J. P. Hinman, P. R. Brearley and Samuel Parker, were represented in attendance at the sad funeral rites. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL - July 28, 1881 - Submitted by Source #25]

SMYTH, Hugh Patrick, Rev., born in Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan on Sept. 21, 1855. He was ordained in Dublin in June, 1881 and left for Chicago. He was pastor at St. Patrick's Church, Lemont, IL, and in May, 1893 made rector of St. Mary's, Evanston where he remained until his death on Nov. 6, 1927. He was interested in Irish-American affairs serving as an editor for the Chicago Citizen, and helped to organize the A.O.H. in Evanston. Relatives that survived him, living in Chicago were: two nieces, Sr. Mary Agnes Marie of Mercy High School, Mrs. Edward Hartnett, and cousins: Fr. J. P. O'Donoghue of St. James' parish, Sr. M. Benedictine, O.S.D., Mrs. Mary O'Donoghue, Mrs. William Keefe and Kathleen O'Donoghue.

SNOWDEN, Elsie - Word announcing the death of Miss Elsie Snowden, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Jacob Snowden, has been received by Quincy friends. Miss Snowden, a former resident of Quincy, died Monday evening at the residence in Chicago following an operation. She was born in Quincy and was 34 years of age. With her parents she moved to Chicago ten years ago. The funeral was held from the residence this morning, with burial in Calvary cemetery, East Chicago.[The Quincy Daily Journal, Page 10, Wednesday, August 7, 1912 - Submitted by Src #82]

SNYDER, Edward C - Mass for Edward C. Snyder, 85, president of Chicago furniture transportation company, will be held Monday at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Worship Center, 3700 W. Dundee Rd., Northbrook. Mr. Snyder died Saturday in his Buffalo Grove home. He was president of the Chicago Forwarding Co. until his retirement in 1979. He was also a member of the Chicago Furniture Manufacturing Association and the Traffic Club of Chicago. Survivors include his son, Ned a sister, and three grandchildren and one great grandchild. [Chicago Tribune final edition for May 18, 1986. Submitted by source #32]

SNYDER - Jan. 18, Emma Snyder, at No. 113 North Elizabeth street, aged 50 years. Burial at Rockford, Ill. [Source: The InterOcean, Jan 21, 1888]

SNYDER - Mrs. Lillian Snyder Dies in West Suburban Hospital Sept 25 (1959) A solemn requiem Mass was said at St. Giles church Sept. 28 for Mrs. Lillian S. Snyder, 60, who died in the hospital last Friday, Sept. 25. Mrs. Snyder had been ill 10 weeks. Born in Chicago, she was a graduate of St. Patrick's academy and attended Lewis institute, where she was a member of Mu Delta sorority. She had resided in Oak Park for 40 years. A former member of the West End Catholic Woman's club, she also belonged to the Guild of the Tabernacle of St. Giles church and Guild 2 of Cordi-Marian woman's auxiliary. Surviving are her husband, Herbert, to whom she had been married 37 years a daughter, Mrs. Patricia Ann Hanley of Arlington Heights a brother, Emory J. Smith of Riverside and two grandchildren, Herbert and Steven Haney. Mrs. Snyder was also the sister of the late John Parker Smith of North Oak Park Avenue. The Huren funeral home made arrangements, and burial was in St Joseph's Cemetery. [unknown newspaper, Sept 1959]

SNYDER, Mollie, nee Bortz, beloved wife of Isaac dear mother of Mildred Goldberg loving grandmother of George Goldberg fond sister of Sophie Glass and the late Ben and Morris Bortz, Bessie Himmelstein, and Etta Goldfreed. Services Friday, 1 p.m., at Piser Memorial Chapel, 6935 Stony Island avenue. Interment Jewish Waldheim. Please omit flowers. Friends are asked to pay their respects at time of services. DO 3-4920. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

SOBCZAK, Frank Jr., late of 5626 S. Carpenter street, son of Frank and Nellie Sobczak, brother of Mrs. Anna Budzis, Mrs. Stella Kolinski, Mrs. Frances Hill, Walter, Margaret, and Edward Sobczak. Funeral Thursday, April 13, at 9:15 a.m. from chapel, 1729 S. Halsted street, corner 17th place, to Sacred Heart church, 19th and Peoria streets. Interment St. Mary's. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12]

SOBOTA -- the father of Stanley and husband of Mary [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL,Oct. 17, 1968, pg 8 - Submitted by Source #134]

SOMMER, Elizabeth - Dec 31, 1899, aged 83 years 6 months. Funeral from late residence, 8042 Exchange av., to Oakwoods, Jan. 1, 1900 at 2 p.m. [Chicago Daily Tribune (1872-1963 Jan 1, 1900 pg. 5, col. 5. Submitted by source #6]

SONNTAG, Robert Edwin - [In Memoriam] - In loving memory of our darling Buddy, who passed away one year ago today. MOTHER, DADDY, AND SISTER. Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6

SOTH, Agnes V. nee Hill, beloved wife of the late Fred C. fond mother of Fred C. Jr. and John C. grandmother of six great-grandmother of three. Visitation after 4 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 9 a.m., from the Drumm Funeral Home, 1200 E. 162d St., one block west of the Calumet Expressway in U. S. 6. South Holland. Mass 10 a.m. at St. Jude the Apostle Church. Interment Assumption Cemetery. Please omit flowers. 333-0011. [Chicago Tribune, Nov 21, 1972 -- Submitted by Source #96]

SOTH, Auguste Soth (nee Saewert) -- Auguste Soth, April 11, beloved wife of the late John fond mother of Fred C., Harry O., Henry A. Soth, and Evelyn Manley grandmother of Fred C., John C., and William H. great-grandmother of six dear sister of August Saewert. Funeral at chapel, 2036 W. 79th, corner of Seeley, Thursday, at 1:30 p.m. Interment Oak Woods. [Chicago Tribune, April 12, 1960 - Submitted by Source #96]

SOTH, Frederick Charles -- beloved husband of Agnes, nee Hill fond father of Fred C. Jr., John C. grandfather of six great-Grandfather of two brother of Harry O., Henry A., and Evelyn Manley. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, at the Drumm Funeral Home, 1200 E. 162d street, 1 block west of the Calumet expressway on U. S. 6, South Holland. Interment family lot. [Chicago Tribune, Aug 19, 1968 - Submitted by Source #96]

SOTH, Fred C. --"Frederick Charles Soth Jr" late of South Holland, beloved husband of Bette, nee McDermed, dear father of Pamela (Victor) Vogel, Fred C. III "Rick" (Barbara) Soth and Mark (Cris) Soth grandfather of Vic, Beth, Jason, Amy, Joshua and David brother of John (Shella) Soth. Visitation after 2 p.m. Friday. Funeral Saturday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m., from The Drumm Funeral Home, 1200 E. 162nd St. (one block west of Calumet Expressway on US 6), South Holland. Mass 11 a.m. at St. Jude the Apostle Church. Interment Assumption Cemetery.[ Chicago Tribune, Aug 31, 1984 - Submitted by Source #96]

SOTH, Harry O -- loving son of the late Auguste and John Soth dear brother of Evelyn (Ernest) Manley, Henry A. (Wilhelmina) and the late Fred C. Soth. Funeral Tuesday 1 p.m., at Ketcham Funeral Chapel, 2929 W. 87th St. Interment Oak Wood. [Chicago Tribune, May 4, 1975 - Submitted by Source #96]

SOTH, John -- age 53 years 9 months, beloved husband of Auguste Soth, nee Saewert, father of Fred C., Harry O., Henry A., and Evelyn A. Soth, Oct. 12, 1917. Funeral from his late residence, 6919 Calumet-av., Monday, at 2 p.m. to St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran church, the Rev. G. A. Fandrey. Interment at Oakwoods [Chicago Tribune, Oct 14, 1917 - Submitted by Source #96]

SOUHRADA - Anna Catherine Vopicka Souhrada -- last residence was 1120 S. Circle Ave. The High Mass would be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. from St. Bernadine's Church, Forest Park burial at St. Adalbert's Cemetery in Niles, IL. [ St. Adalbert Cemetery and Mausoleum 6800 North Milwaukee Ave. Niles IL - [Chicago Tribune & Denni Hlasatel, Aug 7, 1928 - Submitted by Src #7]
. . . Denni Hlasatel Newspaper, Death Notice (translation): With deep sorrow, we announce to all friends and acquaintances that our beloved wife, mother, sister, mother-in-law and grandmother ANNA SOUHRADA (nee VOPICKA), died on the 6th of August 1928 at 1 o'clock p.m., at the age of 55 years. She was born in Chicago. She was a member of the Club of St. Terezie/Theresa, number 11 K. J. Z. A. The funeral of our beloved dead will set out on Thursday, 9th of August at 9 o'clock a.m. from the house of grief at 1120 South Circle Ave., Forest Park, Illinois to the church of St. Bernadine and then to the cemetery of St. Vojtech. For a silent sympathy please remember: Frank C. Souhrada, the sorrowful husband, Karel, Frank Jr. and Daniel, sons Helen and Bernadete, daughters Marie Caithamer, sister Ruzenka, grand daughter brother in law, sister in law and other friends. Those who would wish to attend the funeral, please be so kind and register/apply by phone at the house of grief in Forest Park 1619, or at the funeral firm Nosek and Son, 1511, So. Crawford Avenue, phone Lawndale 1150. (from death announcement in the Denni Hlasatel)

SOUHRADA -- F. C. Souhrada Dies Retired Loop Lawyer
Requiem mass for Frank C. Souhrada, 93, a retired Chicago attorney, will be offered at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Luke Church 640 Vermont, Gary. Burial will be in St. Adalbert Cemetery, Niles. Mr.Souhrada, of 578 Van Buren, Gary, died Tuesday in a Gary nursing home. An 1892 graduate of Lake Forest College, he served as assistant Chicago city prosecutor, assistant corporation counsel, assistant state's attorney and government appeal agent for the Selective Service System during World War I. During his 63 years of law practice, he represented the Benedictine Order and, in that capacity, helped select and purchase the original site of St. Procopius College in Lisle. His private practice, which spanned a half century, was conducted from a Loop office. He retired in 1955. Survivors include three sons, Charles, Frank Jr., and Daniel, and two daughters, Mrs. Helen Albin and Mrs. Bernadette Stastny. [Unknown Newspaper, c. May 26, 1964 - Submitted by Src #7]
. . . Frank C. Souhrada Mass for Frank C. Souhrada, 93, of 578 Van Buren Street, Gary, a retired Chicago attorney, will be said at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow in St. Luke's Catholic church, Gary. Mr. Souhrada died Tuesday in the West Side Nursing home, Gary. He practiced law in Chicago from 1892 until 1953, and served as an assistant city prosecutor, assistant state's attorney, and government appeal agent for the selective service system during World War I. He was a senior counselor of the Illinois Bar association. Surviving are three sons, Charles, Frank, and Daniel two daughters, Mrs. Helen Albin and Mrs. Bernadette Stastny a sister 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. [Unknown Newspaper, c. May 26, 1964 - Submitted by Src #7]

SOUTHERTON, Janet L. (nee Saathoff) - 94, a longtime resident of Highland Park and Deerfield, passed away on July 7, 2007, loving wife of the late Leslie proud mother of Janann Gardner, Joy (Neel) Boss and William (Jan) Southerton dear grandmother of eight great-grandmother of 11 and great-great-grandmother of one. Services were private. For info please call Kelley and Spalding Funeral Home at 847-831-4260 [Published in the Chicago Tribune on 7/15/2007 - Submitted by Source #53].

SPAULDING - George R. Spaulding, a railroad clerk at Chicago, killed himself because he was jealous of a fast woman. [The Indiana State Sentinel (Indianapolis, IN) April 3, 1889]

SPAULDING - A requiem mass will be offered for Rev. Mother Henrietta Spaulding, religious of the Sacred Heart, at the convent of the Sacred Heart, 6250 Sheridan-rd., on Monday, July 31 at 8:30 a.m. Alumnae and friends are welcome. [Chicago Tribune, July 29, 1933. Submitted by source #6]

SPEAKER, Mary nee Cusack, beloved daughter of May, nee McQuaid, and the late Edmund loving sister of Catherine Cusack. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m., from Scanlon Funeral Home, 2907 N. Clark street at Surf, to Our Lady of Mount Carmel church. Interment Calvary. [published May 2, 1964 - Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SPIVEY, Henry T. - devoted husband of Blanche fond father of Gordon, Hope Hoffman, and Helen Hebert father-in-law of Thelma, Tom Hoffman, and Lester Hebert grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Friday, 1:30 p.m., at chapel, 5218 S. Kedzie avenue. Interment Mount Hope. Services under auspices of Grand Crossing lodge, N. 776, A. F. & A. M. Past patron of Nova chapter, No. 528, O. E. S., and member of Div. 241, CTA. PRospect 6-3809. Chicago Tribune - May 5, 1959. Submitted by source #34

SPLANSKY, Roy of 2737 N. Sawyer avenue, beloved husband of Jean, nee Friedman, devoted father of Joel Bruce and Carl Leonard, fond brother of William and James, loving son of the late Joseph and Ida. Funeral Wednesday, April 12, at 11 a.m. at chapel, 2235 W. Division street. Interment Free Sons of Israel cemetery. Member of Chicago lodge, No. 94, F.S. of I. [The Chicago Tribune, April 11, 1944 Submitted by source #12]

ST. CLAIR, Wm. D. -- Wm. D. St. Clair , an old-time editor and publisher died at Chicago , Ill. He was at different times connected with newspapers in different parts of the country and was the founder of the first penny paper in San Francisco. Of late years he has been living in Louisiana , where he built the town of Happywoods. [Mexa Evening Ledger - August 8, 1899 Submitted by Tina Easley

ST. GEORGE -- Boy Dies In Reformatory.
Pontiac, Ill., Oct. 24: Adolph St. George, son of Stephen St. George of Chicago, is the third inmate of the reformatory to die there within the last 10 days of acute typhoid fever. H.N. Parker, a sanitary engineer, is making an investigation as to the cause of the epidemic by direction of Governor Deneen. [The Rock Island Argus 24 October 1912 Sub by Pam Geyer]

STAACK, Fred C. - beloved husband of Anna brother of Christine Mensel, Heinrich, Walter, and William. Resting at Frank R. Ringa and Sons, 6833-35 Grand avenue. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday. Interment Acacia Park. [The Chicago Tribune, February 17, 1969. Submitted by source #6]

STAACK, Walter F. - dearly beloved husband of Emma, nee Delfs brother of Wilheim (Elizabeth). Funeral service Thursday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m. at The John C. Meiszner Funeral Home, 5620-24 Irving Park Rd. Entombment Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Shriners Crippled Childrens Hospital. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. Masonic service Wednesday 8 p.m. under the auspices of Providence Lodge No. 711 A.F.&A.M. [The Chicago Tribune, October 31, 1984. Submitted by source #6]

STANLEY, John M. - Sept. 23, 1907, husband of Laura A. Stanley, in his 54th year, at his residence, 623 E. 46th-pl. Funeral notice later. [Chicago Tribune, Tuesday, 24 Sept 1907, submitted by source #18]

STANTON, Elizabeth G. - ?? wife of John W., mother of L--? Burke, John O. (or G.?) Leo K., Paul N., Martin J. Haas, and the late C--? Virginia. Funeral from residence --? Greenview-av., Monday, April 28, 1930, 930 a.m. to Our Lady of Lourdes church. Interment Calvary. [Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

STANTON, Margaret M. - Prayers for Margaret M. Stanton (nee Fegan) 90, will be said at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, at Cooney Funeral Home, 3552 N. Southport Ave., Chicago. Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Gertrude Church in Chicago. Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines.
Mrs. Stanton was a native of Barna, County Galway, Ireland. She was the beloved wife of the late John J. Stanton dear mother of Martin (Jeanne) Stanton, William (Patricia) Stanton, James (Mary Lou) Stanton, Thomas (Cheryl) Stanton, Kathleen (Anthony) Kwilas, Margaret (the late John) Lawlor, Eileen (Douglas) Tednes, Mary Gallagher and the late John P. Stanton loving grandmother of 21 and great-grandmother of seven. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today, at the funeral home. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) - August 10, 1999, submitted by source#67]

STARON, Joseph Frank, dear son of the late John and Louise fond brother of Walter (Shirley), John (Bernice), and the late Matthew, Edward, and Sophie fond uncle of Gail, Linda, Shirley, and Edward. Funeral Saturday, Feb. 25, at 9:30 a.m., from Frank S. Patka Funeral Home, 3756 Paulina street, to St. Peter and Paul church. Interment Resurrection. LA 3-0829. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

STAUBER, Lola Marion - [In Memoriam Notice] In loving memory of our darling daughter, who passed on one year ago today. FATHER, MOTHER AND BROTHER. [Chicago Tribune, April 26, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

STAUDENMAYER, Fred G., beloved husband of Ella, nee Herwald fond brother of William, Florence Helland, Lydia, George, and the late Roy. Funeral Saturday, Feb. 25 at 1 p.m., from Schmidt Funeral Home, 2056-58 Belmont avenue, to Acacia Park cemetery. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

STEARLEN, Albert, died at the Cook County poorhouse March 7, 1896. Unless friends call for the body within five days the same will be disposed pf according to law. [Source: Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, IL) Wednesday, March 11, 1896 sub. by source #210]

STECKEL, Lena - April 25 [1930] --? [can't read] Julian Steckel and Regina Schmidt and --? late Isidor and Simon. Funeral at chapel 936 E. 47th st., Monday, 9:30 a.m. Interment Rosehill. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

STEINFATT -- Edward J. Steinfatt, beloved husband of May, nee Kittel, devoted father of Alice Termuende, Ethel Deak, Harry, Sarah Wilken, Irene Ebeling. Fond brother of Augusta Koehler, grandfather of 14. Resting at Schmaedke Funeral Home, 143rd and Southwest Highway, Orland Park, until noon Tuesday July 3. Will lie in state at Christ Lutheran Church,Orland Park, Tuesday 1PM until time of service at 2:30 p.m. Interment Hazelgreen. FI 9-0111. [Chicago Tribune, July 1, 1962 - Submitted by Src #55]

STENGER--Nov. 22 at No. 4019 Langley avenue, Catherine Stenger, aged 53 years. [Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, IL), 24 Nov 1893 - Sub by Src #206]

STEJSKAL, Alois -- The Bohemian Newspaper, "Denni Hlasatel", of June 26, 1898 states that Alois (Louis) Stejskal died on Friday, 24 June 1898 at the age of 24 years and six months. The deceased was born in Vienna, Austria. He was buried in the Bohemian National Cemetery. He leaves a wife, Barbara Stejskaiova, daughter Helena, sister Marie, and Antonin and Aloisie family ["Denni Hlasatel" - Submitted by source #77]

STERN, Arthur Beno - beloved husband of Julia, fond father of Louis, Mrs. M. Hecht, Joseph, Adolph, Mrs. J. H. Harris, Jacob, Lester, Helen, Gertrude, and Ethel. Funeral Monday, March 1, 11:30 a.m. from chapel, 936 E. 47th-st., to New Light cemetery. [Chicago Tribune February 29, 1920, pg. 15 - Submitted by Source #96]

STERN - Ernest A. Stern, beloved husband of Mellie Stern, nee Krieg, and father of Hugo J. Funeral Saturday, 1 p.m., from late residence, 831 Gilpin-pl., automobiles to Waldheim. [Chicago Tribune, June 18, 1915 - Submitted by Src #96]

STEVENS, Stella, beloved wife of the late Stephen dear mother of Martin J. (Marie) grandmother of Jean (Joseph) Wilk great-grandmother of Joseph and Laura. Funeral Saturday, 8:45 a.m., from Modell Funeral Home, 5725 S. Pulaski road to St. Nicholas of Tolentine church. Interment Resurrection cemetery. PO 7-4730. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

STEVENSON
Two Die When Plane Crashes Near Rosewood Harvey, Ill., Couple Enroute To Florida
Two Harvey. Ill., residents were killed when their private airplane, a one-seated Swift, crashed one and one-half miles east of Ky. Highway 181 near Rosewood on the Claude Jenkins farm, at about 4 p. m. Tuesday.
Dead were identified as Dr. Q. A. Stevenson. Jr.. about 55, and his mother. Mrs. Q. A. Stevenson, 83. They were en route to St. Petersburg. Fla., when the crash occurred. State Policeman Phillip Stone, who Investigated the accident, said that apparently the plane was lost and attempted to land. At the time of the accident a light rain was falling with heavy overcast skies. Civil Aeronautics Administration officials were notified by Stone. He was Instructed to guard the plane until CAA representative could get here to Inspect the wreckage and try to determine cause of the accident. Witnesses said that the plane circled the field several times before attempting a landing. On the third attempt the plane nosed over and crashed, plowing approximately 100 feet in the soft mud before coming to a stop. When they reached the plane they found both occupants dead. The plane was completely demolished. The bodies of Dr. Stevenson and Mrs. Stevenson were brought to Gary's Funeral Home and returned to their home In Harvey, Ill., Wednesday morning. The plane was removed from the Jenkins farm Wednesday noon and taken to Strong's garage. [Source: Greenville Kentucky January 3, 1952 The Greenville Leader Newspaper - Submitted by Src #82]

STERN, Lester -- of 6022 Harper avenue, beloved husband of Mildred, dear brother of Louis, Joseph, and Adolph Friedman, Mrs. Bertha Hecht, Mrs. Carolyn Harris, Mrs. Helen Kovins, Mrs. Gertrude Melzer, Mrs. Ethel Feldman, and the late Jacob Stern. Funeral Friday, Feb.23, at 10 a.m. at chapel, 936 E. 47th street. Interment New Light Cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, Feb 22 & 23, 1945 - Submitted by Source #96]

STETSON -- Elizabeth Stetson, April 26, 1901. Funeral Sunday, 12:30, April 28, from residence of Mrs. Gibson, 1267 Jackson-Blvd. Burial at Rosehill. Chicago Tribune, 1901, submitted by source #27

STEVENS, Mate L. - April 18, 1930, mother of Mrs. James L. Cook. Funeral services Thursday, 2:30 p.m. at her home, 6635 S. Artesian-av. Interment Cedar Park cemetery. Chicago Tribune, April 16, 1930. Submitted by source #6

STEWART, Fanny Elizabeth - At the residence of her father, 209 South Morgan-st., Fanny Elizabeth, second daughter of J. R. Stewart, aged 23 years. Funeral from her late residence, on Friday morning, at 10:30. Friends of the family are invited to attend. Halifax, N. S., papers please copy. [1872-12-26 Chicago Tribune (IL) Submitted by Source #33]

STEWART: Ramsey Stewart, Chicago Pioneer, is Dead at 82
Ramsey H. Stewart, a pioneer of Chicago, died at his home, 2216 Cleveland avenue, yesterday after a short illness. He was 82 years old. After the civil war, Mr. Stewart came to Chicago, taking active part in the city's affairs. It was through his efforts that the confederate monument at Oakwoods cemetery was erected. He is survived by his wife and three children, George, Catherine and Mrs. Edward Baker. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternooon from the chapel at 2702 North Clark street. [Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Ill) 22 Dec 1919, p21 tr by KT]
---- Ramsey H. Stewart, at his home, 2216 Cleveland av., Dec 19, 1919, loving husband of Julia, fond father of George R., Mrs. E.O. Baker, wife of Lieut Col. Baker, and Catherine C. Stewart. Funeral service Monday at 2 p.m. under the auspices of Cleveland lodge No. 211, A.F. & A.M., at chapel 2701 N. Clark st. Interment will be private at Graceland. Please omit flowers. [Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Ill) 21 Dec 1919, p21 tr by KT]

STEWART - A Pioneer Gone. Robert Stewart, the distinguished western Pioneer, died at Chicago, on the 23th ult. In his early life he was extensively engaged in the fur business, with John Jacob Astor and occupied quite a prominent position in Washington Irving's 'Astoria.' [The Democratic Pioneer.(Upper Sandusky, Ohio) Nove mber 17, 1848]

STEWART - Sudden Death: Robert Stewart, Esq., Secretary of the Canal Board, died very suddenly in this City on Sunday morning last. He complained of feeling unwell and a rose in the night and sat up and felt better. His wife retired to rest and on awake ning found him dead in his chair. – Ch. Citizen [The Ottawa Free Trader, Ot tawa, Illinois, November 3, 1848, NP, Sub. by FoFG]

STIMPSON -- Class of 1876 - LORENZO LIVERMORE STIMPSON. LL.B. Boston Univ., 1878 b. 17 Feb. 1850, St. Johnsbury, Vt. Electrician. d. 24 Mar. 1912, Chicago, Ill. [Source: Dartmouth College Necrology, 1911-1912, Hanover, N.H. - tr. by K. Mohler]

STOCKING, LaVerne [nee Larson], age 85, of Park Forest, beloved wife of the late Lawrence Stocking Sr. dearest daughter of the late Louis and Rose Larson loving mother of Alyce Stocking, Lawrence (Sandi) Stocking and the late Charles Stocking fond sister of Louis (Connie) Larson loving grandmother of six great-grandmother of five great-great-grandmother of four. Visitation Friday, October 25, 3 to 9 p.m. and Funeral service Saturday at 10 a.m. at Hirsch Funeral Home, Lincolnway Chapel, 3501 W. Lincoln Hwy., Matteson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charity of your choice. Info 708-748-8031. [dod Oct. 22, 2002] [Chicago Tribune, Oct. 24, 2002, page 9 -- Submitted by Source #96]

STODDARD -- Anna ?. STODDARD, April 3, aged 84 years, widow of the late Ele. G. STODDARD, mother of Albert S. STODARD. Funeral services at residence of her son, 1959 W. Lake-st., Tuesday afternoon, 4 o'clock. Burial at Oakfield, Wis. Chicago Tribune, April 4, 1911, submitted by source #27

STONE, Sarah A. - at residence, 41-(?)0 Jackson-blvd grandmother of George R. Stone. Funeral at Olivet Methodist church, Adams-st. and Kesler-av. Tuesday, at 3:30 p.m. Burial Rosehill. [Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

STOREN, Thomas--- ON RAIL TRAIN --- Thomas Storen, about 55, of Chicago, Ill., died Sunday evening aboard a railroad train of heart failure, presumably due to high altitude. Storen was returning to his home after attending the national convention of hotel and restaurant workers in San Francisco. He was a trustee of the Chicago , local of Bartenders' and Beverage Dispensers' union. Known survivors include a widow and two sisters, all of Chicago. The body will be shipped to Chicago by Kirkendall-Darling mortuary. [The Ogden Standard Examiner, Utah, Aug 22, 1938 - Submitted by source #6]

STOREY, Wilbur F. --- Death, Chicago, Cook Co, Ill Wilbur F Storey, editor and proprietor of the Chicago Times Shown born 12-19-1819 Salisbury, Vt, moved w/ family to Middlebury, Vt? 1831, worked at the Free Press there to learn printing business for 5 yrs. From Middlebury to NYC, to LaPorte, Ind where he started newspapers, then Detroit, then Chicago. Failed and succeeded in many ventures. [From Source #91: Date: not shown, born 1819 + age 63 at death = 1882]

STORMS, James - one of the first residents of Brookline, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Margaret Johnson, 7514 Ingleside Avenue, on October 3, aged 94 years and four months. The last months of his life passed calmly and peacefully away, Mr. Storms having no disease about him. The vital organs were apparantly worn out and ceased to operate, and his last moments were like a babe going to sleep. Mr. Storms came to Brookline and built a residence at 7316 Cottage Grove Avenue in the summer of 1864 and has resided in the same locality ever since. He was born in the north of Scotland in the year 1806 and came to America in 1857. He was the father of nine children of whom two sons and four daughters survive him. He had thirty-seven grand children, twenty eight now living. His great grand children number twenty eight, twenty six of whom are still living. Submitted by Source #58 (married JEAN SMITH October 13, 1825)

STRAIL-- Mahala Strail, May 17, 1918, beloved mother of Chester A. Strail, aged 73 years, at residence, 4919 West End-av. Member of Golden Rod chapter, No. 205, O. ?. S. Funeral Monday at 2 p.m. Burial Graceland. Chicago Tribune, May 18, 1918, submitted by source #27

STRAKE and ZELLER
Chicago, Sept. 19 - Joseph Zeller, Emil Strake, P. Strake, the two-year-old son of Emil, and an unknown man were drowned in Lake Michigan off the Sixteenth street pier this afternoon. The skiff in which they were riding was capsized by the waves of a passing steamer. None of the bodies have been recovered. [New Ulm Review (New Ulm, MN) Sept. 21, 1892, page 3]

STRESENREUTER, Katherine beloved wife of the late William, dear mother of Herman Stresenreuter, Mrs. G. J. Liver, Mrs. F. Stuckart, and Mrs. G. F. Coustant. Funeral Friday, 2 p.m., at chapel, 79th street at Loomis boulevard. Burial at Waldheim. Information, Tri. 1189. [Chicago Tribune, January 6, 7, 1943 -- Submitted by Source #96]

STREY, Bertha - A loving tribute to our dear mother, who passed away two years ago today, April 27, 1928. [poem omitted] YOUR LOVING DAUGHTERS. Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6

STREZESZEWSKI, Frances -- nee Opalewski, wife of the late Roman, dear mother of Marie (Charles) Cekal, Lillian, Eugene, and the late Severin Grandmother of Colette and Lolita, greatgrandmother of 4. .Sister to Teofil, John, and Martin Opalewski Entombment Resurrection Mausoleum. Ca 6-1240 [Chicago Tribune, Jul 1 1971 - Submitted by Source #124]

STRICKER--Eileen M. Stricker, nee Hennessy, beloved wife of George C. loving mother of Kathleen (Roger) Hernandez, Patricia (Anthony) Pease, Margaret (Gerald) Pinkowski, Georgette (Gary) Morris, Paul (Barbara) and James grandmother of 11. dear daughter of Mary and the late Dr. James Hennessy fond sister of John, Joseph, Timothy, the late James and Patrick. Funeral Saturday 9 a.m., from Daniel W. Lynch Funeral Home, 9837 S. Kedzie Av., to St. Christina Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Visitation Thursday and Friday 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Chicago Tribune, 21 May 1976 (Parents - James J. Hennessy/Mary Hogan - Submitted by source #64)

STRODEN, Martha suddenly, nee Kowalski, beloved wife of Sander dear sister of Charlotte (Steve) Machowiak, Josephine (Norbert) Malinowski and Dorothy (the late Walter) Majewski many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, 9:15 a.m., from Phillips-Labanauskas Funeral Home, 3307 S. Lituanica Av. (900 W.), to Mary of Perpetual Help Church. Interment St. Casimir Lithuanian Cemetery. Visitation Sunday after 6 p.m. YA7-3401. [Chicago Tribune, Aug. 12, 13, 1979 -- Submitted by Source #96]

STROM, Archie - age 45 years, beloved husband of the late Wanda, fond son of Christian and the late Christine, brother of Mrs. A. Fried, Melville, and Fred Strom. Services Monday, April 28 [1930] at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home, 2410 North-av. Interment Mount Olive cemetery. M--(?) of Northern Lights lodge No. 1065, A.F. & A.M. Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6

STROMBERG, Dr. Joseph G. - late of 2023 Eastwood-av., beloved husband of Mary R., dear father of Joan son of Augusta and the late John A. Stromberg, brother of Dr.G.E., Dr. W.B., Bertha S., and D. Maurice Stromberg. Remains at chapel, 4821 N. Damen. Funeral service Wednesday, April 2 [1930] at 2 p.m. at Laeke View Swedish Mission church, corner of School and Osgood-sts., where remains will lie in state from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6

STROSSNER -- Esther M. Strossner (Slezak), 85 beloved wife of the late Norman devoted mother of Thomas (Helen) Strossner, Virginia (Robert) Slovey, Patrick, Edward (Dawn) Strossner, and Margaret (Daniel) Stoika loving grandmother of Matthew, Melissa, Laura, Miranda, Allyson, Alexandria, and Tory. Chapel Prayer 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011 from the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 10621 S. Kedvale, Oak Lawn. Mass 10 a.m. Visitation Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 708-448-6000. [Chicago Tribune, January 13, 2011 - Sub by FoFG]

STRUBLE, Harry Beach - Died at Chicago, Ill., on October 24, 1906, Dr. Harry Beach Struble. Time of funeral hereafter. Dr. Harry B. Struble, formerly of this city, but for the past three years a resident of Chicago, Ill., died at noon yesterday while undergoing an operation. He was a son of Virgal H. Struble, retire, of 320 Chestnut Avenue and a brother of the late Dr. William McD. Struble, who died in this city four years ago. He was a graduate of the Model School in this city and later graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. He practiced for while in Trenton, but his health failing him he accepted a position as manager for Henry K. Wambold & Company, manufacturing chemists of Chicago and held this position at the time of his death. He was a brother to Miss Eva D. Struble, formerly of this city, but now a supervisor of drawing of the public schools of Newark, and Miss Luisa Struble, a teacher in the State Model School, this city. He is survived by his wife. The family received a telegraphic dispatch yesterday announcing the death and the body will ber sent here for burial. Definite arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. The funeral arrangements are in charge of Ivins & Taylor. [Trenton Evening Times (Trenton, New Jersey), October 25, 1906]

STUCKART - Ida nee Stresenreuter, wife of the late Fred dear mother of Henry, Rita Novak, and Louise Quinn grandmother of three sister of Mrs. Caroline Constant, and Herman Stresenreuter. Services Friday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m., at Drake and Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western avenue. Interment Oak Woods cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, February 24, 1966 - Submitted by Src #96]

STUMM, Emil H., beloved brother of Lorine Flodin fond uncle of Richard, Harvey, and Beverly Flodin. Funeral Saturday, 11 a.m. at Hursen Chapel, 5911 W. Madison street. Interment Mount Emblem. [Source: "Chicago Tribune," (Chicago, IL.), 24 Feb. 1967]

STUMPF -- Elgin, Ill., Jan. 29. - George Stumpf, one of Bartlett's (Cook County) prominent resident, died last night. He had held various offices. [Source: The Daily Inter Ocean, (Chicago, IL) Wednesday, January 30, 1895 transcribed by G.T. Transcription team]

STYLES -- Paul W(oodrow). Styles, 80, a former owner of a Southwest Side liquor store and longtime Chicago resident, died Thursday in a Raleigh, N.C., hospital. Mr. Styles, who moved to Cary, N.C., in 1986, operated Rich Wine & Liquors in the Roseland neighborhood from 1956 to 1975. From 1975 to 1986, he owned Mortgage Research Organization, which did property inspections for Chicago mortgage companies. He came to Chicago in 1948 and worked until 1956 as a salesman. He is survived by his wife, Elaine two sons, Paul Jr. and Rich a brother and seven grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday in Cary, N.C.[Chicago Tribune, March 13, 1993 - Submitted by Src #96]

SUCHALSKI, Maria B. - June 13, 1953, beloved mother of Angela Diefenbach. Martha Maltes, Mary Schroeder, Irene Sansene, Florian, Joseph, John and Harry. Funeral Monday, June 22, at 9:30 a.m. from chapel, 3313 Irving Park road to Immaculate Heart of Mary church. Interment St. Adalberts cemetery. (Transcribed by K. T. - unk. newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SUCHALSKI, Helen, nee Plesniak, late of 3920 N. St. Louis avenue, beloved wife of Harry, loving mother of Patricia, dear daughter of Mary and the late John Plesniak, fond sister of Walter and Vera Plesniak. Funeral Monday, 10:30 a.m. from parlors, 834-38 N. Ashland avenue to Holly Innocents Church. Interment St. Adalberts. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SUCHALSKI, John F. - beloved husband of Virginia, nee Fritz loving father of Dorothy Marchak, William and Edward Cosgrove fond brother of Frank, Joseph, Harry, Angeline Diefenbach, Martha Mattes, Mary Schroeder, Irene Sonsone, and the late Frances Fabish grandfather of Arlene Cosgrove. At Mec & Romme Funeral Home, 3918 Irving Park road. Service Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. Interment Irving Park cemetery. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SUCHALSKI, Virginia H. - wife of the late John F. and William A. Cosgrove loving mother of Edward J. and William A. [Connie] Cosgrove and Dorothy [William] Marchak fond grandmother of Darlene and Arlene Cosgrove dear sister of Walter Fritz. At Mec & Ramme Funeral Home, 3918 Irving Park Rd. Service 10 a.m. Monday. Interment Irving Park Cemetery. (Transcribed by K. Torp - no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SUGRUE-- Earl F. SUGRUE, May 16, 1918, at his mother's residence, 7040 Emerald-av., son of George ?. (possibly H.) and Sarah ? (possibly O or C.) SUGRUE. Funeral Saturday, 2:?0 p.m. to Mt. Hope. (very blurry and faded, but lookes like Mt. Hope.) Chicago Tribune, May 18, 1918, submitted by source #27

SULESTER - Anna Sulester, nee Urban, beloved wife of the late Frank dear mother of George (Marion) of Ft. Worth, Texas, Dorothy (Aldrich] Moe and Genevieve [Robert] Chambers, also the late Evelyn Sulester fond grandmother of eight great-grandmother of three. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m. from the M.J. Suerth Funeral Home, 6754 N.W. Hwy. to St. Eugene's church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Joseph's. Please omit flowers. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULESTER, Frank - beloved husband of Ann, nee Urban fond father of George, the late Evelyn Sulester, grandfather of seven. Funeral from chapel, 4332 Elston avenue, Monday Aug. 25 at 9:30 a.m. to St. Edward's church and St. Joseph's cemetery. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULESTER, Hazel H. - beloved wife of Edward J., dear mother of Donald G. and Glenn C., sister of George Wiborg. Resting at funeral home, 4138 W. North Avenue. Services 1 p.m. Monday Oct 19. Interment Montrose. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULESTER, John W. - beloved husband of Lilly, nee Grosskopf fond father of Raymond and Eleanor Knepp, dearest grandfather of Joan, Barbara, Georgia, and Marilyn, great-grandfather of James, Thomas, and Kimberly, dear brother of William and Edward. Services at chapel, 3234 W. North avenue, Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Montrose cemetery. Member of North chicago court, No. 947, I.O.O.F. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULESTER, Oneida - nee Rodenberg, of 1454 N. Kedzie ave beloved wife of John, fond mother of Raymond and Eleanor, three grandchildren, and sister of Hannah Mattern and Katherine Voigt. Funeral at chapel, 736 North ave, Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 2:30 p.m. Interment Montrose. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULESTER, Raymond J. - beloved husband of Florence, nee Raddatz dear father of Joan [Martin] Sasala two grandsons brother of Elenor Knepp. funeral services Friday 1:30 p.m. at funeral home 3722 W. Chicago Ave. Interment Memory Gardens, Arlington Heights. (Transcribed by K. Torp, no date or newspaper, submitted by source #49)

SULLIVAN -- Dorothy Sullivan, age 6 years, beloved daughter of William W. and Annabell SULLIVAN of 4207 St. Lawrence-av., at St. Luke's hospital, Saturday, April 1. Funeral at BOYDSTON Bros,' chapel, 42d-place and Cottage Grove-av., Tuesday, April 4, at 2:30 p.m. Interment at Oakwoods. Chicago Tribune, April 3, 1911, submitted by source #27

SULLIVAN -- John Sullivan, beloved son of Patrick and the late Mary Sullivan, fond brother of Mrs. Bart Golden, James P., Michael of St. Paul, Minn., Mrs. Margaret McGann, Mrs. Della Maddigan, Mrs. Nellie McGowan, Nora, Patrick, Susan, Katie, and the late Thomas Sullivan of Cree, County Clare , Ireland. Funeral Wednesday, Oct. 16, from his sister's residence, 340 W. 43d st., at 9 a.m., to St. Cecelia's church, by autos to Mount Olivet. Member of Policemen's Benevolent association. For information call Prospect 3889. [Chicago Tribune, 10/15/1918 - Sub by FoFG]

SULLIVAN-- Honora. Funeral today at 9:30 a.m. from 151 Lytle-st., by train to Calvary. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

SULLIVAN, Michael - who settled in Chicago when that city was a village, and who once owned a farm on Division street, died the other day, aged eighty-two. The Ava Advertiser, Ava, Jackson County, Illinois. Friday, November 14, 1890

SUTHERLAND, Hazel - April 18, 1930, beloved wife of George Sutherland, fond mother of Theodora, Dorothy, Allen (?), Nancy, George, Donald and Theodore, daughter of Theodore C. Morganweck, ---ter (?) of Ella. Remains now at funeral home, 318-20 N. Central, Austin. Funeral notice later. Peoria, Ill. and Indianapolis papers please copy. Chicago Tribune

SUTTER, Anna age 91, nee Cikanek, loving wife of the late Andreas beloved mother of Elmer (Edith), Eleanor (Ernest) Falck and the late Harold beloved grandmother of nine great-grandmother of 21 great-great-grandmother of six. Funeral services Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., at the Montclair Funeral Home, 6901 W. Belmont Ave. Interment Bohemian National cemetery. 50 year member of the Legion Chapter No. 860 O.E.S. Visitation Monday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. 622-9300.[published Feb 18, 1980 - Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

SUTTER - EMIL J. - 6320 S. Bell Avenue, beloved husband of Ellen R. Power Sutter, fond father of Thomas, John, Jerome, and Robert, brother of Mrs. Jennie Quigley, Mrs. Albertine Ahern, Mrs. Therese Orgel, John, and the late Magdalene Schlubeck. Resting at funeral home, 6915 Wentworth Avenue. Funeral Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., to St. Rita's chapel, 63rd & Oakley. Interment at St. Mary's.
[CHICAGO TRIBUNE January 1, 1950 Chicago, IL - Submitted by source #64]

SUTTER, HARRY V., 81, of Clearwater, died Tuesday (June 21, 1988) at Humana Hospital-St. Petersburg. Born in Cicero, Ill., he came here in 1967 from Downers Grove, Ill. He was owner of an auto service station. He was a Mason. Survivors include his wife, Flavia S. a son, Jerry, Houston, Texas an adopted son, Robert Fritsch, Elgin, Ill. and five grandchildren. Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, Clearwater. [Saint Petersburg Times, June 22, 1988 - Submitted by Src #96]

SUTTER - Jerome J. Sutter, beloved husband of Della Sutter, nee Eklin loving father of Geraldine (John) Giertych, Jacqueline (Alan) Paluszek, Georgene (Edward) Tornga and Bobbi (Gary) Pote dearest grandfather of Cheri, John, Corie and Alan Giertych, Alan and James Paluszek, Kelly, Tracy and Eddie Tornga, Bobbi and Jamie Pote devoted son of Ellen Sutter, nee Power, and the late Emil J. Sutter fond brother of Thomas (Marie), the late John (Carol) and Robert (Ruth) Sutter. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m., from the Sheehy Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th St., to St. Michael Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary's Heinen & Loschetter Directo rs. 361-4235. [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Chicago, IL , March 08, 1977 - Submitted by source #64]

SUTTER - John E. "Bup" Sutter, late of 12050 Elm Dr., Blue Island, Ill., beloved husband of Carol M. Sutter, nee Thusing loving father of Carol Joan (Leo) Sulda and Charles J. Sutter dear grandfather of Lisa and Susan Sulda devoted son of Ellen Sutter, nee Power and the late Emil J. Sutter fond brother of Thomas (Marie), Jerome (Della) and Robert (Ruth) Sutter. Funeral Monday, 8:45 a.m., from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, to St. Walter Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary's. Member of St. Walter H.N.S. and Div. 241 A.T.U. Please omit flowers. For transportation info.: 636-1193 or 735-4242. [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Chicago, IL, December 30, 1973 - Submitted by source #64]

SUTTER - Matthew T(homas). Sutter, beloved husband of Loretta loving father of Matthew E. and Gladys Freitag grandfather of six, great-grandfather of two. Funeral Wednesday, 10 a.m., at Burke-Sullivan Funeral Home, 5018-20 Chicago avenue. Interment Mount Carmel. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to your favorite charity. [Chicago Tribune, November 30, 1965 - Submitted by Src #96]

SUTTER - Robert D. Sutter, beloved husband of Ruth, nee Kashin dear father of Joyce, Judith (Richard) Feltz, Robert (Susan) and Dolores Sutter grandfather of Jennifer, Sharl, Michelle, and Rebecca loving son of Ellen and the late Emil Sutter brother of Thomas, Jerome, and the late John Sutter. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500W.), to St. Albert the Great Church, mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary's. Member of McDonald-Linn V.F.W. Post No. 5416. [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Chicago, IL, November 30, 1975 - Submitted by source #64]

SUTTON, Harvey J - b. November 23, 1881-Saginaw,Michigan d. March 27, 1944 - Chicago, IL
burial: Evergreen park, Illinois (Submitted by Source #106)

Chicago Genealogical Society

Find suggestions here for tracing your Chicago family history in our City’s fine repositories, as well as a summary of their holdings. There are, of course, additional genealogical resources in the city, but those listed here are basic starting points. Directions from Downtown using public transit are also included.

Chicago and Cook County

Vital Records

Directories

§ Cook County Online Historical Directories : An index to directories on subscription and non-subscription websites.

Cemeteries

§ Cook County Cemeteries (ISGS Cemetery Location Project)

§ Wunders Cemetery, Chicago – a CGS publication (and an Ancestry.com $ database)

Religious Institutions

§ Polish parishes Jubilee index: a compilation of names appearing in Jubilee, History and Financial books published by parishes to commemorate special events in their church history

Other Institutions & Organizations

§ Chicago Orphan Asylum Fifty-ninth Annual Report of The Chicago Orphan Asylum, For the Year Ending 1 Dec 1908. Incorporated November 5, 1849. 5120 South Park Avenue, Chicago. Telephone 520 Oakland. Published 1909.

City Government

§ Chicago City Council Proceedings : Explore this collection of early petitions, ordinances, communications and other official records from 1827-1933 to discover how police and fire protection, public works, schools and taxation originated in Chicago. Find out about the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal beginning in 1827, the incorporation of Chicago as a town in 1833, and the Great Fire of 1871 and its aftermath.

§ Cook County Assessor’s Office : Search properties in by address, neighborhood, or PIN number. Besides property value information, site also provides age of building, and photos .

§ Cook County Recorder of Deeds : Search properties by grantor/grantee, document number, PIN, trust number, find legal description.

History

§ Chicago in 1919 : Explore such topics as the 1919 race riot, new roles for women, the increasing uses of electricity, trends in the arts, labor organizing, business developments, and more. This unique multimedia history program makes you the historian as you sift through documents and photographs, listen to oral histories, and enjoy the top jazz, opera, and pop tunes of the day.

§ Deaths, Disturbances, Disasters and Disorders in Chicago : Cholera and influenza epidemics, Iroquois Theater and stock yards fires, Pullman strike, beer riots, etc.

§ Digital Past: images of Chicago and suburbs

§ World’s Fair 1933-34: A Century of Progress : Explore the theme of the fair, scientific discoveries and their impact on industry and daily life, by viewing 350 pamphlets and official publications of the fair from the University of Chicago Library’s collection.

Street Guides & Maps

§ Census, A Look At Cook : Maps and Boundary Descriptions for Wards, Townships, and Enumeration Districts.

§ Chicago Street Address Conversion Guide : In 1909, Chicago changed its street-numbering system for most of the city. Use this address conversion guide to find a building’s original address.

§ Atlas of Historical County Boundaries : This database gives the historical county boundaries of every county in the United States. You can view and download Adobe PDF files for any state that is of interest to you in your genealogical research. ie. Illinois. Each county in Illinois is listed alphabetically with a map showing the outline of the county at a given period of time. The time period is shown at the top of the map and there is an explanation of what change occurred to the map of the county during the time period in question.

§ Chicagoancestors.org : Discover the past by address. An interactive online map of Chicago where you can find and share historical information about Chicago. Are you researching the history of a neighborhood? Looking for the church where your great-grandparents got married? Interested in mapping the places where your ancestors lived?

§ Sanborn Maps for Illinois : These historical fire insurance maps of Illinois often include detailed drawings of the businesses, and occasionally details about operational hours or numbers of employees.

Neighborhoods

§ Chicago’s neighborhoods : This guide lists books, articles and maps in the Newberry Library and other links to neighborhood collections

§ Chicago neighborhoods : Explore Chicago’s 77 distinct community areas and diverse neighborhoods on the City of Chicago’s official tourism site. There is a downloadable, printable PDF map of the city. Discover stories and history on the North, West and South sides, and click on the neighborhood names for a more in-depth look at the communities .

Newspapers & Journals

§ Dziennik Chicagoski 1890-1929 : index of death notices and obituaries in Chicago’s Polish language newspaper

§ Dziennik Chicagoski 1930-1971 : index of death notices and obituaries in Chicago’s Polish language newspaper

Real Estate & Properties

Schools

§ Chicago school records: information, and what’s at the Newberry Library

§ Chicago schools: fact sheets, commencement programs, etc. (see boxes 35-37)

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