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Quincy, IL. Newspapers -- March 1924- Mrs. Anna Mary RECKER-- Mrs. Anna Mary RECKER died at 12:o'clock Saturday afternoon in her residence, 1307 Elm street, of diabetes, after an illness of 10 years. She had been bedfast for three days. Mrs. RECKER was born in GERMANY May 7, 1843, and came to this country and Quincy at the age 15 years. Miss Anna Mary SCHONHOFF and Herman RECKER were married in St. Boniface Church, August 31, 1875. The husband died August 1, 1893. Mrs. RECKER was a member of the Christian Mothers Society. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Henry TUSHAUS, Mrs. Herman EICKELSCHULTE, Mrs. Francis CAMPBELL of Quincy; Mrs. F. MONTGOMERY, East Moline, and Mrs. John P. BECKER of Kansas City, MO. and one son, Herman RECKER of Quincy. Two sons, William and Henry, died 15 years ago. Twenty-eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren also survive. *** Note Anna Mary SCHONHOFF MARTIN RECKER died March 15, 1924.
Daily Whig Republican, Quincy, Illinois, Nov 17, 1860 page 1-- Died--In Melrose, Nov 12th, of Typhoid fever, Mr. Daniel REEDER, aged 69 years. Mr. R. has been a resident of this county 28 years, and was the third member of the family that has fallen a victim to this disease within a short time.
Quincy Daily Whig, April 20 1886, Page 3--Obituary--Mrs. P. H. RHEINHOLDT-- Mrs. RHEINHOLDT, wife of Capt. P. H. RHEINHOLDT, died at noon yesterday. She was a native of Prussia, but came to America in her early youth. She was married to Capt. RHEINHOLDT in St. Louis a little more than twenty-five years ago. It has been a short time since she and her husband celebrated their silver wedding. She was 50 years of age, and besides her husband, leaves several children to mourn her loss. She was a devoted wife and mother, and unselfishly labored for the best interests of all connected with her family circle. She had a goodly number of friends, all of whom will sincerely regret to hear of her death and who will sympathize sincerely with the bereaved family. The funeral will take place Wednesday morning at 7:30 from the residence, Sixth and Vermont streets, and at 8 a. m. from the St. Boniface church.
Quincy Daily Whig, Aug 3, 1888, page 3 "Funeral Notice" The funeral of John REQUET takes place this morning at 7:15 from the residence of his mother, Mrs. Christina REQUET, on Maine between Tenth and Eleventh streets, and at 7:30 from St. Boniface church. Young REQUET, who was a brother of ex-Harbor Master REQUET, was only 19 years of age and died very suddenly from spasms on Wednesday evening while home on a short vacation from school. Many friends of the family extend their sympathies in the sad bereavement.
The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, April 24, 1858, Page 2 -- died -- In Keokuk, Iowa, on the 22d inst., Elizabeth LOWRIE, wife of William H. RICE. The funeral will take place in this city, from the residence of Joel RICE, on Saturday, the 24th inst., at 10 o'clock A. M. The friends of the family are invited to attend.
Quincy Daily Herald, Sept 15, 1878 page 1- Died- Friday, September 13th, at 12'30 a. m., in the 85th year of his age, Joel RICE. Funeral Services at the family residence at 2 o'clock, Monday afternoon, the 16th inst. Private burial at 5 o'clock.
Quincy Daily Whig, Jan 6,1880- "Brevities"- Mary RICKERT died suddenly of Apoplexy yesterday on South Tenth street. She was engaged in washing, and fell to the floor and expired instantly.
Quincy Daily Journal Newspaper Feb. 24, 1916 page 12 Quincy, IL.-- Mrs. RIDDICK Summoned -- Death Occurred at the Family Home This Morning After Lingering illness-- It is with great sorrow that friends today learn of the death of Mrs. Anna RIDDICK, which occurred at 10:30 o'clock this morning at the family home, 2065 Vine Street, after an illness of about two years from complications. Her-passing is extremely sad as she leaves a family of young children who will now be without a mother's care and the home will be desolate without her. Mrs. RIDDICK was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James LONG and was born in this city August 25, 1876, being past 39 years of age. Her husband, Francis RIDDICK, is employed at E. Best Plumbing Company. She was a member of the Vermont Street M. E. church and was well known and highly respected by a large circle of friends. Besides her husband, she leaves her mother, three sons, Francis, Nicholas and James, and three daughters, Ruby, Mary and Ruth. One brother and one sister survive also.** Note spelling of surname same as in newspaper clipping. *** Note surname should be REDDICK.
Quincy, Illinois Herald Whig, Thursday, August 10, 1893--Fell Back and Died--Sudden Death of Nancy J. REDDICK Thursday Morning-- Coroner RYAN was a busy man Thursday morning. Long before daylight he was summoned to the foot of Jefferson street, where Nancy J. REDDICK, the 13 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. REDDICK had died suddenly. The girl had been suffering from rheumatism and dropsy since last November. Her parents are poor people and did not employ a doctor but went to the store and got some medicine for her. Some time ago she went to her grandfather's near Siloam and returned last Sunday. She was in continual pain, but went to bed as usual Wednesday night. About midnight she woke up with a shriek, got up and tried to dress herself. But her end was near, With an agonizing cry of pain she sank back on the bed and died in a few minutes. The coroner impaneled a jury composed of Dr. P. A. MARKS, John A. HORBELT, Henry GIBSON, Charles BAKER, William SCHAEFER and Fred WESTFIELD, and after hearing the evidence of the parents returned a verdict that death had resulted from rheumatism of the heart.
Obit from the Quincy, IL. Newspaper-- Oct.1921--Deaths-- John Wesley REDDICK-- John Wesley REDDICK died suddenly at 6:30 o'clock, Sunday morning at his home on Front Street. Mr. REDDICK was born in Brown County, IL. May 2, 1852, and was 69 years old. He was a stone cutter by trade, and had lived in Quincy 28 years. He is survived by four children. There are two daughters, Mrs. S. J. MARSHALL of Quincy, Mrs. Margaret BUNFIELD, Ashport, Tenn.; two sons, Frank and George of Quincy. He also leaves two brothers, Jesse of Quincy, and Clinton of Tulsa, Okla. *** John Wesley REDDICK died Oct 2, 1921*** Note BUNFIELD should be BUNFILL.
The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, April 27, 1858, Page 2 -- died -- In this city, on Monday the 26th inst., Mr. Warren A. REED, in the 35th year of his age. The funeral will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) at 10 o'clock A. M., from the residence of the family, on Broadway, between 7th and 8th streets. Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend.----The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, April 27, 1858, Page 3,-- Death of Warren A. REED-- We have to assume the painful task of announcing the death of Warren A. REED, Esq., a well known and highly esteemed citizen. He died at his residence in this city, yesterday forenoon, after a protracted illness. His disease was consumption. His funeral will take place tomorrow forenoon, at 10 o'clock, and his remains will be accompanied to the grave by the Masonic Fraternity, Odd-Fellows and by the Fireman of the city. We knew Mr. REED well--and can testify to the many excellencies of character which endeared him to all who know him. The community has sustained a loss, in his death, not easily repaired, and will extend as earnest and sincere sympathy to the bereaved family, to who the affliction is indeed a poignant one.
The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, June 10, 1858, Page 3-- A notorious character, by the name of Kate RICHARDS, died in this city, on Tuesday, under circumstances that lead to suspicion. of foul play. A post-mortem examination, we learn, is to be held upon her body.--The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, June 16, 1858, Page 3-- The "Murder Case"--New Development. We noticed, yesterday, that a more thorough post mortem examination of the body of "Kate RICHARDS" had been made by Drs. WILSON, WATSON, PARSONS, and LEACH. This examination was made at the request of BROWN, who was commimitted to jail for the alleged murder. The result of this examination is now known. It was found that the woman's neck was not broken! The theory of the prosecution, therefore, falls to the ground. The most probable solution of the mystery is that she died of apoplexy.
The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, June 3, 1858, Page 2-- Died--In the town of Concord, Adams county, May 13th, Matilda ROBINSON, in the 57th year of her age. She was highly esteemed by all her acquaintances, and died in the glorious hope of a blessed immorality beyond the gave.
Quincy Whig, June 14, 1885, page 3--"Brevities"--The funeral of the Late Dr. ROESCHLAUB will take place this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock.
Mendon Dispatch Newspaper, Mendon, Illinois Nov. 18, 1897 --ROGERS, Amelia May --Died-- Amelia May, daughter of Clark E. and Mary E. ROGERS. Born January 19, 1878. Died at the home of her birth 6 miles northwest of Mendon, Illinois. November 15th at the age of 19 yrs., 9mos., 26 days. She was sick for 7 months. She became a member of the Church of Christ December 10, 1893 during a meeting held by Bro. W.S. LOWE at the Mt. Hebron church. Services at the home on Tuesday, November 16th at 11 A.M. by Bro. ROE of Ursa and Bro. KNIGHT. Buried will be in Franklin Cemetery. She leaves her mother, 2 brothers, Johnson L. of Atlanta, Missouri, and William H. , 3 sisters, Mrs. Margaret F. McCULLOUGH of Bloomfield, Mrs. Laura M. THOMPSON and Lottie E.-------Mendon Dispatch Newspaper, Dec 9, 1897, Mendon, Illinois ROGERS, Amelia M. "Probate" Probate Notice of Amelia M. ROGERS, deceased 1st. Monday of Feb. 1898.
Mendon Dispatch, Mendon, Illinois, May 2, 1889--ROGERS, Clark E.--- Died- Clark E. ROGERS of Mendon Township died at his home last Saturday April 27th from Nephritis. Born in Lyons, Lyons County, New York, March 28, 1829, the 2nd of a family of 9 children. Came to Illinois in 1838 after tarrying a short time near Carthage (Hancock County, Illinois) settled in the northern part of Adams County. He married Mary E. LAUGHLIN in December 1860 and they had 3 children. 2 of whom are, Johnson ROGERS of Carrollton, Missouri and Mrs. George McCULLOUGH of Camp Point, Illinois. His wife died March 1868 and he married Mary E. WARD in October 1870. He leaves his wife and their 5 children. Member of the Christian Church. Services at Franklin Church and buried in Franklin Cemetery.
The Daily Whig Republican Newspaper, Quincy, Illinois, Sept. 29, 1858, Page 2-- Died- In Big Neck, Aug 29. Mary Catherine, daughter of Sarah and John KETCHUM, aged 4 yrs 8 mo. Of croup in the same home Aug 31st, Wm Henry son of Rebecca and Washington KETCHUM, aged 2 yrs 9 mo and 3 days.Of croup in Big Neck, the 10th day of Sept., Cornelia Maybelle, daughter of Elizabeth S. and Thomas Wm. ROGERS, 3 yrs, 7 mo and 15 days. The funeral of the three was preached by the coffin of Maybelle, in Union Church, Big Neck, Sunday, Sept 12. "Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not." -- "Alas, how changed that lovely flower, Which bloomed and cheered my heart, Fair, fleeting comfort of an hour, How soon we're called to part!"
Quincy, Illinois Quincy Whig Republican Newspaper, Feb 17, 1866, page 3--Death of Hiram ROGERS- We inadvertently omitted to notice yesterday the death of our old and highly esteemed fellow citizen, Dr. Hiram ROGERS. The following well merited tribute to his memory, we take from the Issue of last evening. Another old citizen has gone from among us. One by one, like the stars at night, the old pioneers of the West go out. Dr. ROGERS came to Quincy when the population of the place numbered but a few hundred, and has been, during the long period that intervened, one of is most active enterprising, useful, and highly respected citizens. Like most others of our oldest citizens, he had prospered with the growth and prosperity of the city. He had held some responsible public positions, having been appointed by President Polk to the office of Receiver of Public Moneys in the land office at this point, having been acting Postmaster, and was at the time of his death Vice President of the First National Bank of Quincy. The intelligence of his death will be received with emotions of the profoundest regret by all who knew them. He died this morning about nine o'clock, after a protracted illness. He leaves a large circle of relatives and acquaintances to mourn his loss.
Quincy Daily Herald Jan 3, 1882 page 4--Death of H. A. ROGERS.--Mr. H. A. ROGERS, a resident of Quincy since 1854, died at his residence yesterday morning of consumption. Mr. ROGERS was well known a one of our prominent and popular citizens. He was for many years a member of the firm of ROGERS and MONTGOMERY, retail druggists, on Hampshire street. but cessed his connection with the firm, about one month since. He had been in failing health for the past several years, but was not concerned in any dangerous condition until a short time ago. Mr. ROGERS was born in Albany, New York in 1832, and was therefore fifty years of age. He came to Quincy in 1854 and has resided here ever since. He was united in marriage to Anna PARIS in 1859. He leaves a wife, and three children Susan A., Fred W., and Rosa.Mr. ROGERS has always been counted as one of our foremost citizens and a thoroughly live and responsible business man. He had many warm friends, both here and in other cities where he was acquainted. His close attention to business, strict honesty, and pleasant, gentlemanly ways, drew to him a large business and enabled him to amass a considerable property, which leaves his family in comfortable circumstances. In connection with thousands of other sorrowing friends the Herald extends its sympathies to the afflicted family in this really and bereavement. Mr. ROGERS in early life became a member of the Masonic fraternity. He was for years a member of Bodley Lodge, of this city, the first, lodge organized in the state. Several years ago he was demitted from the Bodley Lodge and was one of the charter members of Luce Lodge No. 439.His funeral will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 10 o'clock and will be conducted by the Masons. The five lodges of the city have requested all Masons in the city to attend. *** Note Hiram A. ROGERS
Obit from Quincy Herald Whig, Sunday pg 16 August 31, 1930 Lee ROGERS son former Mayor is dead-- Lee ROGERS, member of a prominent family and son of a former Mayor, died Saturday afternoon at 2:20 o'clock in his home, 625 North Fourth street. He had been in ill health some time and had suffered recurrent attacks of indigestion. The attacks increased during the last few days, however, and his death was rather sudden. Mr. ROGERS was born in Quincy July 22, 1859, and lived here all his life with the exception of four years spent in Colorado Springs, where he was an auditor for the Denver and Rio Grande railroad. He was the son of William T. ROGERS, who died in the office of mayor in 1880. Mayor ROGERS won distinction during his regime because he turned his salary as chief executive back to the city to help liquidate municipal debts. Before being elected mayor William T. ROGERS was associated with his brother. E.A. ROGERS, in the manufacture of wagons and Lee ROGERS was bookkeeper for the firm. After the death of his father, the business was continued nine years and Lee ROGERS remained with the company. Later Mr. ROGERS entered the real estate bsui;ness, which he maintained for some time. Recently, however, he had been looking after his personal interests in the city. He is survived by his widow; a daughter, Ruth D. ROGERS, of Jacksonville; three brothers, Dr. Timothy ROGERS, Quincy; Dr. William ROGERS, Granite City, Illinois, and E. A. ROGERS, Fox Lake, Illinois, and a sister, Mrs. Cora R. MONTGOMERY, Quincy. He was a member of the Baptist church.
Clayton Enterprise Newspaper of Clayton, Illinois -- ROGERS, Lorena --"Our Own Bailiwick"-- Nov. 26, 1896 -- Accident at home of George Rogers in Quincy Friday eve which resulted in death of their 3 year old daughter. It appears that little Lorena and her 2 year old cousin were playing, the second had a knitting needle in her hand and struck Lorena with it in the back of the head. She died soon after.
The Quincy Whig Newspaper, Sat. Nov 26, 1887, page 5, Quincy, Illinois --Mrs. Mary P, ROGERS died suddenly yesterday forenoon shortly after 10 o'clock. She had been in unusually good health until a very few minutes before the fatal attack, and consequently there was universal surprise in the city upon the announcement of the sad event. Even relatives were astonished as well as pained, for upon Thursday a number of them had gathered at her residence and partaken of Thanksgiving dinner, when the hostess expressed herself as feeling unusually well and gave evidence of the fact by marked animation. Mary PEASE ROGERS was born in Brighton, Mass. in 1818. Her father removed to Quincy in 1834, and two years afterwards she was married to the lamented Dr. Hiram ROGERS, who died over twenty years ago. No children blessed the union, and since the death of husband Mrs. ROGERS has devoted herself to the care of needy and suffering humanity. Always manifesting a benevolent, charitable and Christian spirit, she was one of the rounders of the Woodland Home, which has proved a refuge for many a waif and remains a monument of her interest and liberality. But her effects took a much wider range, for she sought out the poor and distressed in all parts of the city, ministering to their wants and furnishing them with necessaries. Her work was distinctively her own, and while she could not conceal from public how much that she did in the way of charity, her uniform modesty prevented several knowledge of the thanks which were showed upon her by the deserving poor for bounty judiciously bestowed. Mrs. ROGERS was also a truly Christian woman. A consistent and conscientious member of the First Baptist church, the congregation owe and grant to her memory praise for liberality which perhaps preserved the church organization for its present usefulness. With a handsome income, one thought little of self, but she was wrapped up in the thought of how much good she could do to those by whom she was surrounded. So to the church, to the home for little ones with which she was identified, to the hospital and to the sick and suffering in their humble dwellings, she was a messenger of substantial cheer and encouragement. Her character was fairly illustrated when, some years ago, her money in bank being jeopardized by its suspension, she declared she had only the regret that it was a fund set apart for the relief of the poor and its loss might occasion them suffering. Happily, however, it was restored its intended use, and this and much more from her purse went too make glad hearts which bear her memory in grateful and tender remembrance. Mrs. ROGERS was a sister of Mr. Nat PEASE and of the late Mrs. John WHEELER. Their descendants will be but a fraction of the genuine mourners in the community, where Mrs. ROGERS was dearly loved for her purity of heart and her abundance of good deeds.-----The Quincy Whig Newspaper, Wednesday Nov. 30, 1887, page 3- Quincy, Illinois --Funeral of Mrs. ROGERS--The funeral of the late Mrs. Mary P. ROGERS took place yesterday from the First Baptist church. There was a very large attendance of members of the congregation and friends of the deceased, and the casket bore an abundance of floral tributes to the worth of this estimable lady. The gathering at the obsequies was a suitable testimonial of the high esteem in which she was held by the community. The services were conducted by the Rev. Dr. WHITING, Rev. Dr. SCHOFIELD, and Rev. R. M. HARRISON, Appropriate and beautiful were these ceremonies. A quartette consisting of Mrs. C.W. KEYES, Miss KESPOHL, Mr. J. W. HEITZ and Mr. I. C. PARKER, rendered effectively "Saints Eternal Rest", "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," and "Rest for the Weary," all favorites of Mrs. ROGERS in her life and in the rendition of which she had frequently participated with Christian spirit and fervor. The pallbearers were Messes. Robert W. GARDNER, William A. RICHARDSON, Charles H. BAGBY, W. V. CHANNON, J. PHIL, Bert E. K. HURLBUT, John H. BROWN, and R.M. NANCE. The funeral cortege, with its long line of carriages conveying citizens who thus paid the last token of respect to one loved and honored, proceeded to Woodland Cemetery, where the burial rites were performed. The remains were tenderly laid to rest with gratitude for noble work performed and confidence that the example she set will make the world in which she moved better for her exemplary life and kindly deeds.
Quincy Daily Whig Newspaper, June 20, 1880, Last page, Quincy, Illinois--Obituary--Mr. Penuel ROGERS, an old resident of this city, died at his home on Vermont Street. between Fifth and Sixth, yesterday, aged 81 years. He was the father of Mr. Hiram ROGERS, of this city, Mr. George ROGERS, of Carthage and Mrs. SIGSBEE, of Ellington, and was well and favorably known throughout this section of the county. The funeral services took place this afternoon at 4 o'clock.-------Quincy Daily Whig Newspaper, Monday June 21, 1880, Quincy, IL. ROGERS- In this city at his residence on Vermont Street died on Sunday Morning June 20,1880 after a brief illness, Penuel ROGERS in the 82 year on his age. Funeral services from the Frist Baptist Church will be held Monday June 21 at 4pm. Friends of the family are invited to attend.-------The Quincy Daily Whig, Quincy, Illinois, June 21, 1880, page 8 --OBITUARY--Mr. Penuel ROGERS, an old resident of this city, died at his home on Vermont street between Fifth and Sixth, yesterday, aged 81 years, He was the father of Mr. Hiram ROGERS, of this city, Mr. George ROGERS, of Carthage and Mrs. SIGSBEE, of Ellington, and was well and favorably known throughout this section of the country. The funeral services took place this afternoon at 4 o'clock.------The Daily Whig Republican, Quincy, Illinois, June 21, 1880, page 8--Died--ROGERS- In this city, at his residence, on Vermont Street on Sunday Morning, June 20, 1880, after a brief illness, Penuel ROGERS, in the 82d year of his age. Funeral services from the First Baptist church Monday, June 21, at 4 P. M. Friends of the family invited to attend.
The Quincy Daily Herald, Quincy, Illinois, April 21, 1883, page 5--Obituary--Susie ROGERS-- Miss Susie ROGERS, daughter of Dr. Hiram ROGERS, who died in January 1882, and of Mrs. Anna ROGERS, who is still living, passed away at midnight, Thursday, after a protracted illness. The disease was consumption. The deceased was a charming and gifted young lady, and was beloved by a large circle of friends. Her death is a serious loss to her relatives and friends. The funeral will take place from the residence on North Fourth street at 4 o'clock this afternoon.--------- The Quincy Daily Herald, Quincy, Illinois, April 27, 1883, page 5--Death of Miss Susie ROGERS--The Carthage Republican, in an extended notice of the death of Miss Susie ROGERS, daughter of the late Dr. Hiram A. ROGERS, of this city says: She was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram ROGERS, and a niece of our former citizen, George J. ROGERS, Esq. now of Warsaw. Her father died some months ago, a victim of consumption, and not long after his demise Susie's health began to fall also. she being afflicted with the same disease, and from which she died. Susie has often visited here, and was warmly attached to the young people of Carthage. She will be remembered as a bright and interesting young lady, with many amiable traits of character. Those who knew Susie can easily guess with what fortitude she bore her prolonged illness, with all its attendant sufferings. Though but just entering upon the sun shiny pathway of a happy life's journey, she complained nor feared not when the summons came to turn aside and tread the valley of shadows; that universal highway of mankind at last. And is there one of us who can say aught, but that, was the lengthening shadows of that valley closed around her, she did hear the loving voice of him that had gone before, calling to her from out the darkness and across the swelling tide, to come; and fear not. A mother's heart upon earth is breaking; yet that mother must know there is joy among the angels of Heaven as they swung the pearly gates ajar, and welcomed back her child to a happy reunion, and to life eternal in the land that is fairer than day.
Obit from Quincy Journal Newspaper, Thursday, Dec 8, 1898, page 8--Quincy, Illinois--Heart and Lung Trouble Carry Off One of Quincy's Pioneer Citizens--Thaddeus M. ROGERS, aged 63 years, one of Quincy's pioneer citizens passed away suddenly at 7:15 o'clock last evening. His death was wholly unexpected and proved a severe stock to his friends and that means the whole town. Dr. ROBBINS, the attending physician, describes the cause of his death as being edema or pulmonary effusion of the lungs, all of which followed an attack of the grip. About two weeks ago Mr. ROGERS returned from a trip to Chicago. He was not feeling well and still did not consider his condition serious enough to consult a physician. A week ago today his condition grew worse, and he called in Dr. ROBBINS, who found Mr. ROGERS suffering from the grip. Medicine was precribed but Mr. ROGERS felt no alarm over his condition and was careless about taking it. Last Tuesday he was on the streets as usual and few person knew that he was not in his usual good health. However he took ill down town and was compelled to go home in a carriage. He soon recovered on reaching home and was reading and smoking that evening. Yesterday his condition grew worse and Dr. ROBBINS was again called. Dr. ROBBINS remained with him until noon, at which time his condition was growing worse. The doctor noticed immediately on reaching the house, that Mr. ROGERS heart was acting badly. During the afternoon his condition began to improve, but it was only temporary, and shortly after 4 o'clock his family began to realize that he was critically ill. Everything possible was done and Dr. ROBBINS remained at his side almost constantly, but all availed naught and at the hour stated above he breathed his last. Deceased was conscious up to within an hour of his death and seemed to realize that he was dangerously ill. He said to his wife that he feared that he would die suddenly as his father did. His death was calm and peaceful. The family residence is situated at Twenty-second and Spring streets, where the deceased had lived for many years. Mr. ROGERS, was a son of the late Timothy ROGERS, a pioneer settler of Adams county, owner of the Occidental Hotel, the ROGERS wagon factory, and considerable property in both the city and county. Thaddeus M. ROGERS was born in Connecticut, August 20, 1835 and came to this city with his parents three years later. Since then the city has been his home continuously and recently he celebrated his sixtieth anniversary of his arrival here. After receiving an ordinary education in the schools here, Mr. ROGERS was sent to the University of Heidelberg, Germany, where he graduated with high honors. He returned to this city, studied Law and was admitted to the bar. He formed a partnership with H. L. WARREN, but he did not take kindly to the legal business the partnership was dissolved and Mr. WARREN, afterwards went West and was elected a distant judge in Montana. After taking down his sign as lawyer Mr. ROGERS engaged in several commercial pursuits. For years he successfully conducted a printing and binding business on Hampshire street, which of late years has been under management of his sons. He also engaged in the newspaper business at one time, publishing the Daily News, which was consolidated with The Journal in 1889. Since then he has devoted much time to travel. He was a great reader and thinker and could take part in almost any discussion. He had a faculty for remembering nearly everything and he always genial and agreeable in any circle into which he might chance. Being in possession of a robust constitution and fond of research it was only natural that he should become a great traveler. Several years ago, during the world's fair, he drove to Chicago behind a team of horses. Later he made an overland trip to Florida, having as his guest on that trip Charles U. COLBURN. Just before the breaking out of the Spanish-American War, Mr. ROGERS visited Cuba as a newspaper correspondent and on his return delivered several interesting lectures on Cuba in this and neighboring cities. Being the owner of the St. James Hotel property which had been idle for some months he decided to to into the hotel business which he afterward leased to Hi Lattin. He was a republican and took a deep interest in politics. He served as alderman and for a number of years was the chairman of the county republican committee. He was always affiliated with the republican party, but frequently voted for democratic candidates who had proven themselves worthy of public office and public confidence. In politics and all other matters he was a fair and honorable man and his death is mourned by all. To his widow and children is extended the sympathy of the entire community. Besides the widow he leaves seven children, namely: Walter, Charles, Thaddeus Jr., John, Mrs. WALKER, Misses Ella and Isabella. Mrs WALKER resides at Brookfield, Missouri, and John is attending a Harvard preparatory school. The others are all at home. Mr. ROGERS was a member of the Unitarian church and also of Bodley lodge of Masons. Today's St. Louis Glode-Democrat says editorially: " Quincy Illinois loses a valuable citizen by the death of Col T. M. ROGERS. He was a man of unusual culture and intelligence and certain by his Strength of character to be a leader on his community. He was long prominent in the politics of Illinois and in other directions aided the advancement of the state. The manly trails of Col. ROGERS and his lifelong interest in the public welfare give to the announcement of his death the sense of a personal loss to a wide circle."----------Obit from Quincy Journal Newspaper, Thursday, Dec 8, 1898, page 8--Quincy, Illinois (this obit is next to the one above)Thad M. ROGERS Died.---Thad M. ROGERS is dead. He closed is earthly career and account last evening little after 7 o'clock quite suddenly and very unexpectedly to his legion of acquaintances and friends. He was ill but a few days. Two weeks ago this writer came down in the train from Chicago with Mr. ROGERS, and spent several hours in conversation with him. He was the picture of health and said that he was well. He had been taking a week's recreation in Chicago. At that time he was planning to unload his business cares and work, and to take things easy. He wished to travel. He was planning for an easier, pleasanter future. In the midst of these plans death came to him on swift wings. He has laid down his business came forever, and entered into another sphere and phase of life. Mr. ROGERS tried to do, the fair thing with his fellow mortals and future he had no fear. He was a man of kindly instincts and generous impulses. His heart was not the abiding place of bitterness. He did many a kind turn in his busy life to men who needed it and when they needed it; and these will cherish his memory. Thad ROGERS was a genial, companionable man-warm hearted and generous. Take him all in all, he was a manly fellow moral. Peace to his ashes. And may his future to his liking, his contentment and his happiness.
Quincy Herald, Tuesday, Jan. 8, 1889, page 8--Quincy, Illinois--A Prominent Citizen Gone.--Death of Timothy ROGERS at the Occidental Hotel, Sunday Evening. Timothy ROGERS, one of the oldest and best known citizens of Quincy and Adams County, died at his residence, the Occidental Hotel, on Hampshire street, at 7:35 Sunday evening. His death was a surprise to the entire community. It was known that he had been failing for many months, but it was not expected, even by those closest to him, that death would come so soon. The deceased was born in Vernon county, Connecticut, November 15th, 1809. His early life was full of hardships and privation. With nothing but his energy and an ambition to succeed he started when a young man to carve out his future. That energy and a devotion to business finally placed him among the most influential and affluent citizens of Quincy, When a young man he learned the trade of wagon maker, at which he worked for many years after. September 6th, 1832, he was united in marriage with Dorothy BILLINGS, who survives him at Somerville, Connecticut, November 27th, 1838, he and his wife landed in Quincy to make the little town his home. He had nothing but his health and his ability as a mechanic to assist him. His first work was for a wagon maker named BLYTHE. He continued there for two years, when he purchased the business, Mr. BLYTHE retiring. Later the firm of ROGERS and WINN was organized for the manufacture of wagons and plows. The firm continued until 1855, when Mr. ROGERS became the sole owner. He remained in the business until April, 1864, when he was succeeded by his sons.In 1859 he became the owner of the present Occidental Hotel, then known as the Hess house, and has resided there ever seen. Several years later the hotel was given the name Occidental. Under Mr. ROGERS' management it became a favorite resort for strangers, especially for farmers. While Mr. ROGERS had accumulated a fortune and was able to retire he remained in charge, superintending all the details of the business until the day of his death. He was never more contented than when entertaining the many guests who registered at the hotel daily. For a few years past he conducted a large stock farm in Fall Creek and raised fine beeves for Chicago market. In many respects the deceased was a remarkable man. Up to the time his health began to fail he attended personally to his extensive business interests. He was strict in all his detailings and was governed by ridge business rules. He was a man of strict integrity, and never failed to stand by a promise once given. Outside his business he was affable, enjoyed a joke even at his own expense, and when cares of business were laid aside, liked nothing better than a pleasant evening with his friends. Those who knew him intimately will miss him greatly.The deceased was the father of six children, only two of whom, Thaddeus M., and Edward A., survive. One son, William T. ROGERS, died while Mayor of Quincy in 1880.The funeral services will be held at the Occidental hotel tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock to which friends are invited. The burial will occur at a later hour and will be private. -------Mendon Dispatch Nov 24 1892---Mendon Illinois--"Neighborhood News"--Mrs. Timothy ROGERS, one of the oldest residents of Quincy died on the 12th at Occidentila Hotel, her home for 34 yeas. 84 years old. Husband died full of years and Honors Jan 6, 1889. The Hon. Thaddeus M. ROGERS, E. A. ROGERS their only surviving children were present for her death.
Obit from the Quincy Daily Whig, Monday, April 12, 1880--The City in Mourning--Death of Mayor William T. ROGERS Sunday Morning--Close of an Active Life- His Business Operations in Quincy--His Official Career and Personal Traits--William T. ROGERS, mayor of Quincy died Sunday morning after an illness of a few weeks. The announcement of the sad event, although not entirely unexpected, was a surprise to many who hoped and had reason to believe that on Friday and Saturday Mr. ROGERS was in an improved condition; and flags are at half mast, the city offices, station, engine houses and all public building are draped in mourning, while the people add to these manifestations of sorrow exspessions of deep regret. No man in the city perhaps had more personal acquaintances than did Mr. ROGERS, and to all who did not claim his acquaintance he was known by reason of his official position, which brought him into contact with the citizens generally. His death therefore causes bereavement in which the public ahare closely with the family of the deceased. Mr. ROGERS is but the second of Quincy mayors who have died in office, the first being, Mr. Enoch CONYERS, who died of cholera in 1849, a few weeks before the expiration of his term, and who was succeeded by Mr. Samuel HOLMES. Mayor ROGERS, was in many respects a remarkable man. His life has been an exceedingly busy one, industry and indomitateristic of everything he undertook. Born in Folland County, Conn., July 10, 1833, he came to Quincy with his parents in in 1838, so that in reality Quincy is the only place he has at any time called home; and the anxiety and solicitude he manifested in the city's welfare were none the less apparent than was the close attention he paid to his private affairs, in all of which he was eminently successful. He was the head of the extensive wagon and plow manufacturing firm of W. T. & M. A. ROGERS, and conducted the business with skill, prudence and capacity, making the establishment at this time one of the most important institutions of the kind in the country. Although at no time seeking political preferment, the manner in which he attended to his individual interests warranted confidence that he was fitted to properly manage municipal affairs, and his services for the public were respectly sought by his party friends. He was elected a member of the city council from the First ward in 1876 by the largest majority over given for a candidate in that precinct, and served his term of two years with integrity and ability. In the spring of 1878 heas induced to run for Mayor on the republican ticket, and was elected by over 800 majority, and in 1876 he was reelected by even a larger vote. In neither case, however, was Mr. ROGERS a mere party candidate. Chosen at time when strict economy in the management of the city had become imperatively necessary, he faithfully carried out the pledge to the people to put a stop to extravagant and useless expenditures. It may be said that the firm position taken and maintained by the mayor against all unnecessary outlays of money is due the fact that the city for the coming fiscal year will have ample means for current expenses. Mr. ROGERS was some times since strongly urged to again be a candidate for mayor, but declined upon the advise if his physician, and personally expressed the belief that labors of the campaigns had impaired his health, At a recent meeting of the city council Mayor ROGERS was compelled to leave the chamber and go home, and immediately thereafter was made the announcement that he was seriously ill. Through even the delirium which attended the attack he appeared to be more concerned about the city's affairs than about his own condition, and invariably manifested a deep interest in the settlement of important questions then before the council. Personally Mayor ROGERS was a genial, sociable gentleman, hospitable to his friends, and public spirited. He was connected with almost every movement of a general character in the city, being especially active as a member of the fair association and of the board of commerce, and in securing favorable action by the general government in the survey and improvement of the river and bay. He studied closely the needs of Quincy, and in office and out of office he was at all times ready and willing to assist by every means in his power to spread her fame and foster her material interests. Mr. ROGERS was married in 1856 to Miss Catherine W. MURRAY, the results of their union being six children, all of whom survive him. He took a peculiar interest in every one of his family name, and for personal gravitation had prepared a genealogy of every person named ROGERS or ROGER of whom he could hear in this country, tracing his own ancestry with minuteness, and accumulating a mass of valuable information which in condensed form filled hundreds of pages of manuscript. It was a week upon which he spent much time and care, and one which brought him into personal correspondence with persons by the name of ROGERS in nearly every state in the Union. In conversation concerning it he did not expect to complete the records, as to do so would require more attention than he could give the matter, but he hoped it would be preserved for the benefit of all who could make use of it in the future. Mayor ROGERS was widely and favorably known throughout the surrounding country as well as in city. Though not yet 47 years of age, his business had given him an acquaintance in the towns of the west which is acquired but few men in a city the size of Quincy. All who knew him will regret to hear of his death, and will bear testimony to the straightforward, honorable character he exhibited in business transaction; and they will also unite with the citizens of Quincy in sympathizing with the bereaved family and families. A special meeting of the city council was held yesterday, when committees on resolutions and arrangements for the funeral were appointed. Another meeting will be held tomorrow morning. It is expected that the obsequies will be attended by the city government in a body, the police and fire departments, the military, and probably civic societies. The funeral occurs Wednesday at 2 o'clock from the Vermont Street Baptist church.-----Death of Mayor ROGERS--The announcement of the death of Mayor. ROGERS yesterday was not wholly unexpected by the public, although for a day or two previous some hope of his recovery had been entertained. As a resident of the city, and as prominently identified with its business interests, Mr. ROGERS has been known to our citizens for many years past; but for the last four years he has also ben prominent in public affairs,-two years as a member of the common council, and for the last two years as Mayor of the city. Concerning his career as a private Citizen we can say nothing that would add. aught to the information already possessed by the community. It is sufficient to observe, upon this point, that for many years Mr. ROGERS has been known to are citizens as a enterprising an successful business man. Neither indeed can we say anything not already known concerning the career of Mr. ROGERS as a public official; but when a man in a official position has constantly exerted himself in a effort to faithfully and honestly discharge the responsibilities imposed upon him, it is doe alike to the living and to the dead that his public services should be recognized and acknowledged. Probably the man never lived who could so discharge the duties of a responsible public office as to Command the unqualified approval of all classes of citizens. Nor is it at all likely that any such man will live; because men always will differ, as they have always have differed in there judgement about matters of public concern. But when it is evident that a man in public position is endeavoring to discharge his responsibilities with efficiency, and with a view solely to the public advantage, however men may differ in option with respect to the utility of his aims, all will you night in according tribute to the honesty of his intentions. So with Mr. ROGERS: while all were not agreed as to the wisdom of the policy he attempted to carry out, - more particularly with regard to the management of the municipal finances, know one ever pretended to question the honestly of his motives or the earnestness of his efforts. It was evident, moreover, that he had the public intrusts very seriously at heart. It is doubtful, indeed, whether a mayor of this city, or any other, ever devoted him self more assiduously to the discharge of his public duties; in so much that during his last illness, and his last moment, the affairs of the city seemed to be weighing constantly and heavily upon his mind. From the outset of his administration as mayor of the city he seemed to be actuated by and earnest desire to reduce the municipal indebtedness and to maintain uninspired the finical honors and integrity of the city; and whatever opposition some particulars of his policy may have met with, his efforts to promote the public interests ought, as they will, belong remembered to credit and honor. In short, mayor ROGERS will always be remember as a honest and faithful public officer; and to leave such a memory behind him is to leave that which many men who have figured in a more conspicuous career were not able to bequeath to those who that survived them.
Quincy Daily Whig, June 17, 1890, page 3
Quincy Whig, Jan 29, 1884, page 3--"Brevities"--Mrs. ROSENBROOK, of Mendon, died Saturday evening, aged over 80 years. She had been a resident of the town for many years, and was very well and favorably known.
Quincy Daily Whig, June 17, 1890, page 3-"Obituary"At his residence, 518 York street, at 8 o'clock yesterday morning, Mr. James RUSSELL breathed his last, after an illness of about three weeks. He came to Quincy in 1854 and for several years had been master mechanic at the paper mill. He was an expert machinist, and was a pleasant, affable gentleman who made hosts of friends. He leaves a widow to mourn his loss, who has the sympathy of many friends in her affliction.
Daily Whig Republican, Quincy, Illinois, Aug 29, 1860 page 1-- "Local Department"--Military Funeral--Yesterday evening there was a large procession, following the hearse, accompanied by Capt. SCHROER's rifle company and the Quincy band. It was the funeral of Mr. RUTT, of this city, late proprietor of the bluff brewery. The solemn dirge and the long procession made a deep sensation in our streets as they passed. The deceased died very suddenly. On Monday forenoon he left his work and came into his house, telling his wife he would lie down a little while. About noon she went to see him, and he was dead. It is supposed he had a fit of apoplexy. The large funeral attested the estimation in which he was held by his friends and neighbors.