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Bach, Mary
Mrs. Mary Bach Dies in Philadelphia. Widow of William P. Bach Jr., Will be Interred in Pottstown Cemetery
Mrs. Mary Bach widow of William P. Bach, Jr., formerly of Pottstown died on Saturday of complication of ailments at the family residence, No. 1527 North 21st Street, Philadelphia. She was aged about 48 and was a daughter of Ephraim Yergey, a well known Pottstown man for years now residing in Philadelphia. Her mother is deceased. Mrs. Bach's husband died some years ago. She has two children: Edith and Leon. She was a sister to Mrs. Millie, wife of Eli Hartenstine, Pottstown, and Mrs. Laura Robins of Philadelphia. Frank Yergey of West Pottsgrove and Dr. L. C. B. Yorgey, both deceased, were brothers of Mrs. Bach. She was a member of Camp No. 5 P.O.of A. this borough. Funeral services will be held Tuesday evening at the family residence and the remains will be borough here on Wednesday morning at 11:41 a. m. for further services at the Wilson parlor and interment in Pottstown Cemetery.
[Source: Pottstown Ledger, Monday, July 19, 1915. Submitted by Betty.]
Bach, William Jr.
Mr. William Bach, Jr., and Miss Mamie B. Yergey, were united in the bonds of wedlock on Saturday last, at noon, at the residence of Mr. W. C. Coates, 1223 Fox Street, Philadelphia. The ceremony was performed by Rev. S. M. K. Huber. Mr. Bach is a son of ex-Burgess William P. Bach and the bride a daughter of Mr. E. R. Yorgey, of Bramcote. The young couple have gone on a wedding trip to New York and other places and will return and reside in Pottstown.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, November 26, 1889. Submitted by Betty.]
Bachman, Mrs. Alvin B. and Children
Badorff, Jonathan
Narcissa. Jonathan Badorff, who for many years lived in this neighborhood and was known by almost every one, fell from a tree last Thursday afternoon, which he was trimming, and was rendered unconscious by striking his head on the frozen ground. The accident occurred in Norristown, at Mrs. Sower's, on Swede street. He was carried into Mrs. S.P. Child's house, where he made his home, but did not regain consciousness, death resulting Monday about 3 a.m. He will be buried at Cold Point this Thursday. The services will be at the church. The funeral will reach the church about 11.30 a.m.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 18, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Bailey, Agnes
The funeral of Mrs. Agnes Bailey took place on Saturday last. Her remains were taken to Lancaster for burial.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 1, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Bessie
North Wales. Our town's young folks were greatly shocked to hear of the death of Miss Bessie Baker, of Lansdale, but formerly of this place. Her death was caused by diphtheria. Her funeral took place on Saturday afternoon. Interment at St. Luke's cemetery, this borough. She was the oldest daughter of Charles E. Baker, who for many years in connection with his father, the late David Baker, carried on the building and contracting business here.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 1, 1900, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Charles S.
The Late Charles S. Baker.
Further facts in the life of the late Dr. Charles S. Baker, of Philadelphia, have been supplied in the following letter:
Dr. Charles S. Baker, whose death occurred Dec. 1, in Philadelphia, was one of the oldest graduates of the University of Pennsylvania. After graduatig he was appointed resident physician at Blockley hospital. When he completed his time at that institution he commenced practicing at Fourth and Vine streets, Philadephia, remaining there a short time. He then removed to Montgomery county, where he soon built up a large practice, practicing there for 14 years. He sold this practice to Dr. Thomas Kepphart, being compelled to give it up on account of his health. He removed to Philadelphia where he continued practicing for many years. About five years ago he retired.
Dr. Baker was one of the old school practitioners. Those who knew him loved him. He had a certain magic charm about him which seemed to draw all to him. He had a most lovable disposition, genial smile and a kind word for all. He always entered the sick room with a smile and left it with an encouraging word. He had been in poor health for several years and was a patient sufferer.
He was married twice and his first wifewas Miss Annie Combs, daughter of Captain Combs, who died in 1871. He then married Miss L.C. Hager, who survives him, also three children by his first marriage--one daughter and two sons. Interment took place in Laurel Hill cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 19, 1901, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Charles S. Jr.
Charles S. Baker, Jr., died Monday evening at 11 o'clock at the residence of his sister, Mrs. M.B. Horn, Board Axe. He had been suffering for two years of enlargement of the heart. Deceased was born at Montgomery Square about 40 years ago. He spent all of his life in Philadelphia with the exception of the last two years, of which mention has been made. He studied medicine, but was never graduated. The funeral will be held Friday at 1 o'clock from Undertaker Fisher's, Chestnut Hill. Interment will be made at Central Laurel Hill. His sister, Mrs. M.B. Horn and brother, Mr. D. Baker, of Philadelphia, survive.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 22, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Charles S.
Dr. Charles S. Baker, whose death occurred in Philadelphia on Sunday morning, was one of the longest physicians in active practice in that city. He has for the last four years retired from his professional duties. Over 40 years ago he owned a large farm on the State road, near Montgomery Square, this county, which he conducted in connection with his practice. Upon leaving the country, having sold his practice to Dr. Kippard, he removed to the city, where he built up a large practice.
Dr. Baker was a man highly gifted, a ready writer, composing many valuable works and at one time a contributor to the "Ambler Gazette." He was graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and was for four years resident physician at Blockley. He leaves a widow, Mrs. L.C. Baker, two sons, William D. and Charles S. Baker, Jr., of Philadelphia, and one daughter, Mrs. Mary B. Horn, of Broad Axe, to mourn his loss.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 5, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Emily J.
Mrs. Emily J., wife of Andrew H. Baker, died at her husband's residence, 321 Beechwood avenue, Jenkintown, on Wednesday morning, after a lingering illness, of a complication of diseases. The funeral was held Saturday morning from her late residence. Interment was made at Montgomery cemetery, Norristown.
Mrs. Baker was born in Ohio. Her early childhood days were spent in Philadelphia, where she lived until she was married on October 6, 1864. Prior to her marriage she was principal of one of the Philadelphia public schools. The remainder of her life was spent in Jenkintown.
She had been a member of Grace Presbyterian church since its organization. She leaves a husband, Andrew H. Baker, a cashier of the Jenkintown National bank; one son, Frank Baker, of Norristown, and one sister, Mrs. H.W. Gibbs, of Marvin, Phillips county, Kansas.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 21, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Emma L.
Centre Square. This community was shocked to hear on Sunday evening of the death of Miss Emma L. Baker, daughter of the late Jonathan and Sarah Baker. The funeral will take place at St. John's Lutheran church. Miss Baker was highly esteemed. She is survived by one brother, Victor H., and one sister, Ida E. Baker.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 29, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, George C.
George C. Baker, husband of Mrs. Lizzie Baker, of Ambler, died Thursday last in Arizona, where he had gone a couple of months ago for the benefit of his health. In 1897 he was assistant sergeant-at-arms of the state senate of Pennsylvania and acted as secretary to Senator Durham. He was at one time proprietor of an umbrella factory, and took quite an active hand in politics in the Thirty-second ward, as a lieutenant of ex-Senator Porter. He afterwards moved into the Fifth ward and cast his political fortunes in with the anti-combiners, serving both Senator Penrose and Senator Durham in a confidential capacity. He is a brother of William H. Baker, clerk of the financial committee of councils. The body was brought on to Philadelphia and taken in charge by the brother of the deceased. The funeral was held on Tuesday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 12, 1899, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Hannah
Mrs. Hannah Baker, widow of Jacob Baker, formerly of Pottstown, was terribly burned by an explosion of gasoline in her home at No. 214 Mulberry street, Harrisburg, on Sunday, and died in the hospital shortly after midnight Sunday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 26, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Baker, Henry H.B.
Henry H.B. Baker died early on Wednesday morning at the residence of his parents Lewis E. and Rebecca Baker, No. 515 North Evans Street aged 27 years 2 months 25 days. He had been ill and in failing health from pulmonary affliction, since early in the summer. He leaves a wife and little daughter Mary, the latter about 18 months old. The funeral took place on Saturday last October 4, at 10 a.m. Interment in Pottstown Cemetery.
[Source: Montgomery County Ledger, Tuesday, October 7, 1890. Submitted by Betty.]
Baker, Infant Child of
Baker, Leah Mrs. Leah Baker, wife of Henry L. Baker, of Manatawny Station, Berks County, whose earlier attach of paralysis of the brain we have already noticed, died on Wednesday evening. She was in her 54th year. Deceased leaves a husband to mourn her loss but no living children. She was a sister of ex-Sheriff George R. Yorgey and Ephraim R. Yorgey of Douglass Township, Berks County. [Source: Pottstown Ledger, Tuesday, August 28, 1884. Submitted by Betty.] Baker, Percy The funeral of Percy Baker took place at Cold Point on Sunday afternoon. The house was crowded to over flowing. [Source: Ambler Gazette, June 15, 1899, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] Baker, Philip In the absence of direct evidence of murder, a verdict of suffocation by strangulation with suicidal intent was brought in by Coroner McGlathery's jury Friday at the second inquest on the body of Philip Baker, the aged cripple, who was found in Asbury's woods on Christmas. Dr. T. Parry Tsyon [sic], of Jenkintown, made the post mortem examination. [Source: Ambler Gazette, January 3, 1901, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] Baker, Rebecca Earlville - Rebecca, widow of Henry E. Baker, died at her home near Earlville, aged 84 years 4 months and 3 days. Deceased is survived by the following children: Ellen wife of Clayton Dilliplane; William E. and Thomas, all of Earlville; Millie wife of Calvin Hertzog, Weavertown. She was the last of her family. Mrs. Baker was a member of Amityville Reformed Church. [Source: Boyertown Democrat, December 11, 1924. Submitted by Betty.] Baker, Rebecca Worman--Mrs. Rebecca Baker widow of Henry Baker died at the home of her son-in-law near Earlville on Sunday. She was one of the oldest residents of this community. Her husband predeceased her in death many years ago. The following children survive: Amelia wife of Calvin Hertzog of Weavertown, Ella wife of Claytong Dilliplane, with whom she resided; William and Thomas Baker also of Earlville. [Source: Boyertown Democrat, December 11, 1924. Submitted by Betty.] Ball, Rebecca Fort Washington. Albert Conard and Wallace Mammel were at Quakertown Wednesday last attending the funeral of Rebecca, wife of Aaron Ball. Interment was made at Richlandtown burying grounds. Aaron Ball and Albert Conard are brothers-in-law. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 29, 1898, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] Balme, Martha P. Willow Grove. Mrs. Martha P. Balme, wife of Frank Balme, died on Sunday, Aug. 4, aged 90 years. Mrs. Balme was born in this place and has resided here her entire life. She was twice married, her first husband being Harry Krier, a well known person here several years ago. She had a large number of friends and the funeral was largely attended. The funeral was held on Aug. 6, interment at Horsham Friends' grounds. [Source: Ambler Gazette, August 15, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] Barber, Alfred H. Alfred H. Barber, one of Doylestown's most prominent and respected citizens, passed away last Friday afternoon in his 90th year, death resulting from general debility and old age. Alfred H. Barber was born at Oakdale, in Huntingdon county, N.J. on March 27, 1809. He was the son of Samuel and Mary (Hoppock) Barber. Samuel Barber was one of those patriots who hauled supplies for Washington's army during the famous march to Trenton. Alfred H. Barber learned the tailoring trade at New Hope, but never followed the business. From New Hope he went to Lumberville, where he was clerk in a general store for several years, and later went to Point Pleasant, where he engaged in the merchandise business. At Lower Black's Eddy besides running a store he engaged in the coal business and ran canal boats at a time when the stores along the river were thus supplied. It was at this time that Mr. Barber married Assenth W. Carver of Solebury, daughter of David and Ann (Walker) Carver, the date of the wedding being Jan. 21, 1840. Mrs. Barber died in 1885. After leaving Lower Black's Eddy store Mr. Barber went to Solebury, where he began farming, finally leaving it for the purpose of entering the hotel business. His first venture was at Carversville, where he bought the hotel. He soon sold the Carversville hotel and went to Doylestown and bought the old Bucks County House, then located on the site now occupied by Lenape hall, in 1852. At the same time he carried on the droving and coal business. His coal yard was the first ever established in Doylestown. He remained at the Bucks County House until 1858, when he sold to Aaron Barndt. He continued the coal business until his death. The surviving children are Elliston P. Barber, of Doylestown; Dr. A. Walker Barber, of Cheyenne, ex-governor of Wyoming; Mrs. M. Arilla Kister, of Philadelphia; Miss Elizabeth W. Barber and Miss Meta B. Barber, of Doylestown. The funeral took place from his late residence Tuesday morning and interment was made in Doylestown cemetery. [Source: Ambler Gazette, August 18, 1898, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] Barndt, David The funeral of David Barndt, the oldest resident of Chalfont, was held Wednesday morning of last week. Services were held in the St. James' Lutheran church, of which Mr. Barndt was a founder and active member. Rev. F.A. Faber, the pastor of the church, officiated. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining, but not till the following day, however, owing to the heavy rains filling up the grave. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 30, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] Barndt, Jonathan G. Jonathan G. Barndt died on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at his home in Souderton, of apoplexy, aged 78 years, eight months and 17 days, after an illness of four years. Mr. Barndt was a life long resident of Franconia township, and a farmer by occupation. He was a director of the Lansdale Trust company from the opening of the institution until four years ago. He was a member of the Indianfield Lutheran church, where he served as trustee and elder for 25 years. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 4, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] Barnes, Barnet Barnet Barnes, of Warminster, died at his home July 14, aged nearly 80 years. He was the son of Barnet Barners, formerly of the same township and the father of 13 children, most of whom are still living, married and settled in life. The funeral was on Tuesday afternoon, july 17, conducted by Rev. D.K. Turner, Rev. J.B. Krewson and Undertaker Walter Decoursey. Interment at Neshaminy cemetery. Six sons of the deceased, William, John, Edwin, Howard, Elmer and Harry were the bearers, almost an unexampled circumstance. [Source: Ambler Gazette, July 26, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] Barnes, Charles Met Death in a Runaway. In a runaway at New Britain about 11 o'clock on Wednesday morning Charles Barnes, a farm hand working on John Hoffman's farm, received injuries that resulted in his death four hours afterward. Barnes was working out in the field on a hay wagon when the horses became frightened and ran away. Losing his balance, Barnes pitched headlong out of the wagon and became so tightly wedged in under the wagon and tongue that he could not extricate himself. While dragged along in a mad dash the hoofs of the runaway animals repeatedly struck the unfortunate man and he was horribly bruised and cut. A few seconds later as the wagon was being hurled about the field by the affrighted horses the wheels passed over Barnes, fracturing his pelvis, the upper third of the right thigh, and the lower third of the left thigh. The awful shaking-up that Barnes received in his terrible ride around the hay field caused internal hemorrhages, which were the immediate cause of Barnes' death. The unfortunate man was quickly removed to his home, which is on the Bristol road, near Iron Bridge, over the Neshaminy in New Britain township, and word was sent to Dr. Frank Swartzlander, of Doylestown, who was misled by baffling information given by the messenger. Later a telephone message was sent to Dr. Frank B. Swartzlander, who reached Barnes just as he died. From the nature of the injuries no medical assistance could have been of any use in saving or even prolonging the victim's life. Barnes was a man of about 45 years of age and leaves a wife and child to mourn his untimely death. He had moved to New Britain township from Bryn Mawr about two months ago. [Source: Ambler Gazette, July 19, 1900, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.] Barnes, Elizabeth Jarrettown Items. Elizabeth, wife of Nathan Barnes, died at her home in the city the past week. She and her family were residents of this neighborhood for many years until recently. She was buried at Jarrettown on Monday of this week. [Source: Ambler Gazette, February 28 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] Barnes, Walter Prospectville. Mrs. Reuben Finley and Miss Bessie R. Weiss attended the funeral of Walter Barnes at Hartsville on Monday. [Source: Ambler Gazette, April 14, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] Barnes, Warren B. Warren B. Barnes, one of Norristown's most highly respected citizens died at his residence, No. 600 Swede street, Friday night at 10 o'clock, after an illness of less than three weeks. The cause of death was pneumonia complicated by a liver trouble of long standing, which prevented the recovery otherwise to be hoped for. Mr. Barnes had passed his 65ht year last New Years' day, but was very active and in excellent sprits until his last illness. A native of Bustleton, Philadelphia, Mr. Barnes, early in life became a resident of Moreland township, this county, and became one of the prominent citizens of his district. He married Mary A. Livezey, of Fox Chase, and they have four children, all daughters and all living, namely: Mrs. Carrie B. Hamlin, Miss Nannie R. Barnes, Mrs. Harry E. Foulkrod and Miss Jean L. Barnes. In 1879, upon his election to the office of register of wills of Montgomery county, Mr. Barnes and his family removed to Norristown and have since continuously resided there with the exception of three years in Quakertown. For some time Mr. Barnes has not been in active business pursuits, but has maintained a keen interest in political and municipal affairs. He was a Democrat, but inclined to vote independently in case of personal proclivities. Of strong social instincts, his acquaintances were many, and his death will be mourned in every section of this and Bucks county. Mr. Barnes was a member of William K. Bray lodge, No. 410, F. and A.M., of Hatboro; of Lynwood, lodge A.O.U.W., and of this Masonic Relief association. The funeral took place this Wednesday at 10 a.m. from his late residence. Interment at the Pennypack cemetery, near Bustleton. [Source: Ambler Gazette, February 27, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] Barrett, William H. William H. Barrett, prominent in labor circles in Philadelphia, and the organizer of the Ogontz Land company, died in that city Sunday, aged forty-six years. [Source: Ambler Gazette, July 11 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] Barsuglia, Two Children of Alexander Bartolette, Charles No Inquest Necessary. Coroner M.R. Kurtz was summoned to Souderton on Sunday to investigate the sudden death of Charles, the three months-old son of James Bartolette. The infant was apparently in good health on Saturday evening and was found dead in bed Sunday morning. No inquest was necessary, as the child had died on convulsions. [Source: Ambler Gazette, January 16, 1896, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] Bates, Mary See Kilby, Mary Baum, Henry Henry Baum, one of Ambler's oldest residents, died at the home of his brother, William Baum, Ridge avenue and Race street, last Friday morning at 5 o'clock, of convulsions and paralysis, aged 80 years.
The deceased was born in 1818, in Bucks county, and followed the occupation of farming all his life. He lived at Chestnut Hill and Fitzwatertown and also on a small property between Penllyn and Ambler near the county bridge over the Wissahickon creek. He then moved to the property now owned by Henry G. Keasby, near Penllyn, which he occupied for about 15 years and of whom the present owner acquired the premises. About five years ago he moved to Ambler, where he has since resided. He was never married. [Source: Ambler Gazette, April 22, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] Baum, Reuben Willow Grove. The remains of Reuben Baum, late of this place, were interred on Tuesday of last week in the Hatboro Baptist cemetery. For a number of years the deceased resided in Ambler, where he conducted an upholstering and undertaking business. From Ambler he moved here five or six years ago. He is survived by a wife, son and, a daughter. His age was 61. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 17, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] Bawnawitz, Joseph and Isaiah Hunsberger Two men, Isaiah Hunsberger and Joseph Bawnawitz, were killed by dynamite Tuesday near Sellersville, and Edwin Cope was badly injured. They were thawing the explosive over fire when the dynamite went off. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 20, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]