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MacAvoy, Mary
Centre Square. Mary, the nine-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick MacAvoy, of Philadelphia, formerly of this place, died on Saturday after a long illness.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 5, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mackey, Lidia A.
Lidia A. Mackey, wife of John Mackey, of South Ambler, was buried on Monday in Trenton. Funeral services were held at the house on Sunday at 2 p.m. and in Trenton on Monday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 11, 1899, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
MacLaughlin, George
Died in the Woods. George MacLaughlin, of Broad Axe, Found Near His Home. Evidently Overcome by Heart Failure While Resting--Discovered by Two Sons After Five Days' Search--Leaves a Large Family.
The corpse of George MacLaughlin, late of Broad Axe, was found in Sheaff's woods, near his home, Sunday morning between 10 and 11 o'clock by his two sons, Ellis and Reuben, who with others had been searching since the father's disappearance Tuesday afternoon.
The deceased left home Tuesday morning and was in Broad Axe village for a time. About 3 o'clock he was seen on the pike going towards Ambler. This was the last known of him while alive, but it is supposed instead of going to Ambler he visited Mr. C. William Bergner's greenhouses and that in crossing the fields towards his home, and while sitting down to rest in Sheaff's woods he was overcome with heart failure and died. Such was the verdict of the coroner, who viewed the body at his late home Sunday evening. The physician found evidences to convince him that death resulted from this cause. The deceased had complained of late of sharp pains in the vicinity of his heart, but paid no particular attention to them.
George MacLaughlin was in his 70th year and was the son of the late Reuben and Mary Ann MacLaughlin, who were born in Ireland, but descended of Scotchstock. Deceased was born in Philadelphia in the district of Cohocksink. The family moved to Prospectville in 1862, and the subject of our sketch married Elizabeth Morgan, of Prospectville. For 20 years the family lived on the farm now owned by Theodore Allen. Afterwards they moved to Lansdale and later to the farm of John Marshall, near Gwynedd station. Four years ago they took up their residence on the Shelmerdine farm, Skippack pike, below Broad Axe, where the family still resides.
A widow and the following children survive: Sallie, Ellis and Ella, who are at home; Rueban and George of Springhouse, Charles and M. Ada, of Philadelphia, and Wesley, of Jenkintown. Besides these are brothers: William and Reuben, of Philadelphia, and sisters, Mrs. John Davis, of Ambler; Mrs. John Gilmer and Mrs. Heaton, of Philadelphia.
The funeral was held this Wednesday afternoon, services being held at the house and interment being made at Rose Hill cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 10, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
MacMullen, Mrs. Albert
Centre Square. Mrs. Albert MacMullen died last Wednesday of consumption. She had been sick for many months, and is survived by a husband and one son about nine years of age. Funeral was held on Tuesday at St. John's Lutheran church, where deceased was a consistent member.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 29, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Magee, Catharine H.
Mrs. Catharine H. Magee died Tuesday of last week, at her home, 1418 Arch street, in Philadelphia, where she had resided more than 50 years. Mrs. Magee was born in Whitemarsh Valley, near Chestnut Hill, on Oct. 19, 1807. Her ancestors were among the first settlers of Germantown. Her father, George Horter, was seven years old when the battle took place there between the British and the Continental armies. Mrs. Magee was a widow of the late Michael Magee, a prominent harness manufacturer, whose place of business was located on Decatur street, below Market. He retired from business in 1866 and died in 1884. When Mr. Magee built the residence on Arch street in 1848 it was said to be the farthest house west on that street, and a view of the Schuylkill river could be obtained from the window in the upper part of the house. Mrs. Magee was an attendant at the Arch Street Presbyterian church, formerly located at Tenth and Arch streets, for more than 50 years. She is survived by two sons, James F. and Wm. S. Magee.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 12, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Maguire, Ellen
Ellen Maguire, of Fort Washington, widow of the late Dr. Thomas Maguire, died Sunday at her home, the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Fred. Schlater, on Bethlehem pike, below Sandy Run. She was aged 63, and was the daughter of William and Amelia Teel. Of Dauphin county. About 40 years ago she was married to Dr. Maguire, near Lykens. They removed to Pottsville, where the doctor engaged in the practice of his profession until nine years ago, when death overtook him. The home at Pottsville was then broken up and the widow lived for a time in St. Louis. Last fall she took up her home with her daughter and has resided there ever since. She leaves two daughters: Mrs. Eva Schlater and Josephine Maguire, and one son, Harry, of Pottsville. The funeral was held this Wednesday morning from her late residence and interment --- --- ---.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 5, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Major, Hugh
Willow Grove. At the funeral of the late Hugh Major, at Pipersville on Tuesday of last week, one of the cab horses became frightened, and running away crashed into another cab, throwing the runaway team into a ditch. The horses broke away, but were caught. No injury was sustained by the four occupants.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 17, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, Miss
The funeral of Miss Mann, who met with such an untimely death at Ambler last week, was held on Thursday. Rev. Wm. F.S. Nelson officiated. It was attended by many sympathizing friends. Interment was made at Abington Presbyterian church, where the deceased was a member.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 16, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, Albert R.
Albert R. Mann, an old and well-known resident of Moreland township, died on Thursday in his 82d year. He has owned and operated a farm near Woodmount station, Newtown railroad, for many years. He was prominently connected with the affairs of the Abington Presbyterian church for a long time. He is survived by a family of grown children, several of whom reside at home. One daughter is the wife of L.B. Dannehower, of Southampton; another is Mrs. Morris P. Hallowell, of Ivyland; another, Mrs. George Hamel, of Jenkintown, while there are two daughters and a son, Albert J. Mann, residing at home. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon, with services at the Abington Presbyterian church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 26, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, Anna J.
Anna J., wife of Charles S. Mann, of Maple Glen, died at 3.10 Monday morning of consumption' in her 40th year. She had been ill for nearly a year. Deceased was the daughter of Charles Houpt, of Jarrettown, and was married to her husband on Dec. 25, 1889. Besides her husband she leaves three children: Elsie S., Charles Arthur, Elna D. The funeral services will be held Friday morning at 11 o'clock and the interment will be made at Rose Hill cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 1, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, Frances
Struck By an Express. Miss Frances Mann Suddenly Killed at Ambler Station--Walked in Front of a Rapidly-Approaching Train.
A sad accident occurred in front of the railroad station at Ambler on Monday evening about 5 o'clock which cost the life of Miss Frances Mann, of Prospectville. Miss Mann, who was about 56 years of age, had been visiting her sister, Mrs. Robert S. Mann, at Prospectville. The two drove to Ambler, Miss Mann intending to go to Tioga to visit friends. The carriage stopping in front of the station, Miss Mann jumped out and started across the tracks, saying as she started that she must buy her ticket. She heard the sharp whistle of an approaching train, but evidently she did not see it or believed she could get across before it arrived. The next moment the south-bound express train shot by, the locomotive striking the woman, hurling her body high in the air. When picked up it was between the milk platform and the fence enclosing the back yard at the residence of George Smith, in the opera house block, probably 200 feet from the place where she was struck.
The engineer of the train brought the cars to a standstill about opposite the chemical works and backed up to render assistance if possible. The lifeless body was taken into the freight house and afterwards given in charge of Undertaker George G. Davis.
Coroner Kurtz held an inquest Tuesday afternoon, when several witnesses were heard.
Rev. James A. McHugh, of Jenkintown, was standing on the west platform, when he saw Miss Mann attempt to cross. He waved his hand, warning her not to come, but she apparently gave no heed.
Policeman Stevens was sitting on the porch of Hotel Ambler, when he heard the danger whistle and the next moment saw an object flying up in the air which resembled a mail bag. He ran quickly and was the first to reach the body.
Mr. C.W. Gerhart saw Miss Mann drive up to the station. She appeared to be in a hurry. Mr. Gerhart warned her not to cross, as the express was coming. She paid no attention to the warning, however.
Albert Davis Clemens was sitting on the hotel porch, heard the whistle and saw the woman struck.
Flagman Patrick Kerns had his eye on the woman and saw that nothing could save her. He was too far off to render any assistance.
Harry Meeks, cab driver, told Miss Mann not to cross, but she replied that she must get her ticket.
John Colflesh, assistant agent, declared he gave the engineer the white flag, and received the usual reply. He didn't see the accident.
J. Watson Craft was standing in his office when he saw a woman start across the track. He heard the danger signal.
Engineer William Tyldsey said his train was a few minutes late. He saw the white flag and answered it. The next moment a woman appeared on the track not over 100 feet in front of the engine. He applied the brakes, but to stop in time was impossible.
The testimony of Fireman Albert Bickers was of like character, and Conductor Harry Craven said the train was about 12 minutes late.
Robert S. Mann, a brother-in-law of Miss Mann, said she was not hard of hearing, but was slightly near-sighted. She wore glasses. She made her home at his house. She was a telegraph operator, and for several years was employed on the Vandalia line as station agent and operator.
The jury, composed of Daniel F. Quillman, A.K. Thomas, Frank A. Comly, W.C. Blackburn, Dr. J. Bennett, Dr. C.B. Hough, rendered a verdict of accidental death, exonerated the train crew, and recommended the placing of a safety fence between the tracks in front of the station.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 9, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, Frances A.
Perhaps a brief reference to Miss Mann, whose recent tragic death is not fresh in our minds, and the mention of a few facts in connection with her life may not be unacceptable to her hosts of friends in this and other localities where she sojourned.
Frances Aurelia Mann was born 56 years ago in Groveland, N.Y., and in early womanhood went out to battle with the world, first as a teacher of youth in the district schools of her home neighborhood. But she was ambitious and desired wider fields. Graduating at Oberlin college, Ohio, she at once became an employe of the Vandalia line, and for 10 years held a position of trust as agent and operator at Clayton, Ind. After leaving this post she engaged in the telegraphic business in Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and later in Chicago, where she was during the World's Fair. A little less than two years ago she came east, and for the most part made her home with her sister, near Prospectville.
Miss Mann was the oldest of four sisters, three of whom survive her, all married; a brother also living in the far west. As a lady of ability in whatever she undertook she had few equals. Having seen much of the world, she perfectly understood herself in whatever situation she was placed. Knowing many people, who all came to be her friends, she was a most lovable and interesting companion, and her mental equipment was complete. She said, "I want to die quickly," and she had her wish. Death held no fears for her. The duty of the day and hour, and how to meet it, was what concerned her. The rest she resigned.
We whose privilege it was to know her so intimately feel that we have lost one who cannot be replaced. We can, however, cherish her memory, and as long as that lasts her influence will remain with us to do us good.
Robert S. Mann, Prospectville, Pa.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 23, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, James
James Mann, a resident of near Ambler many years ago, died Sunday evening in Philadelphia, aged about 80 years. He was the son-in-law of the late James and Matilda Gillin and spent about seven years on the homestead in Lower Gwynedd. The funeral was held this Wednesday, interment being made in Rose Hill cemetery. Deceased leaves seven children.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 31, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mann, John H.
John H. Mann, of Maple Glen, died at 8.40 Thursday morning aged 71 years. For some time he had been afflicted with a number of ailments incident to his age, but it was only within the past month that his affliction took a serious turn.
Deceased was the son of Isaac Mann, who lived on the old Mann homestead in Horsham township on the road leading from Jarrettown to Norristown road and near the Welsh road. The property has been occupied by the Mann family for five generations, a son of the deceased, Charles, now residing thereon. The old house was erected just about 150 years ago. Here the deceased spent all but a few years of his life, removing eight years ago to his late residence at Maple Glen. He had but two brothers: Isaac, of Southampton, and James, a newspaper man of Oklahoma.
The deceased married Hannah, daughter of Enoch Shoemaker, long a resident of Whitpain township. She has been dead about eight years. The surviving children are: Charles S., of Horsham; W. Harry and Cornelia, of Maple Glen. Five children are deceased.
John H. Mann followed farming all his life, and his character was stamped with that rugged honest and integrity that made him a valuable and estimable citizen of the township and one who will be missed in the family circle and in affairs generally where stability and uprightness are honored among men.
The funeral was held Monday, services being conducted in the Upper Dublin Lutheran church. Interment was made at Rose Hill.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 15, 1903, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]
Manno, Dominico and Harvey Cathers
Two Meet Violent Deaths. Drowned in a Quarry and Crushed by an Elevator. Harvey Cathers Drowned in a Pool at Springhouse Before His Mother's Eyes--Dominico Manno Has His Head Crushed in Ambler.
Drowning in a pool of water with his mother a frantic witness to the tragedy was the pathetic fate of 9 year old Harvey Cathers, living with his parents near Springhouse, on Thursday morning.
Harvey Cathers is the son of Mr. Pembrook Cathers, who resides on the McKean farm. Opposite their home is a quarry, and at one place there is a pool of water 12 feet in depth.
Thursday morning young Cathers and a boy companion were playing beside this quarry pool. It was about 9 o'clock when Cathers picked up a heavy stone and lifted it high over his head to hurl into the water. As he threw the stone he slipped and plunged headlong over the embankment into the pool. His companion, realizing the danger, ran to the Cathers home, but a few feet distant and told his mother. She grasped a coil of clothesline and untied it as she ran to the pool.
Her boy had sunk for the second time when she got there and came to the surface in a weak and exhausted condition. He was his mother there and a pathetic little smile of hope radiated his countenance as she threw one end of the rope to him. That rope meant life to him the saving of terrible mental anguish to his mother, and as it fell almost directly within his hands, he made a feeble grasp for it. But he was too weak, the effort proved futile and an instant later he sank, while the agonized mother stood on the bank hoping against hope that her boy would again come to the surface.
The body was recovered some time later. Coroner Kane decided no inquest would be held.
Dominico Manno, an Italian, aged 17 years, was crushed to death in an elevator at the Keasbey & Mattison works, Ambler, Monday just after the morning whistle blew. The circumstance of his death is almost identical with that of Albert Reed, who was also crushed in an elevator there.
A gang of Italians were employed about the mill, and they had a room in the basement of the mill where they change their clothes and kept their lunches. The whole gang had come from this room and hoarded the elevator to take them to the upper floor. Manno was a trifle later than the rest, so that when he reached the elevator it was moving upwards and had risen several feet from the floor. He gave a jump and spring on the platform. The other Italians, realizing his danger, tried to push him out of harm's way, but their efforts were unavailing and --- --- --- the elevator and the ceiling. The machinery was stopped as soon as possible, but Manno was already a corpse.
As soon as appraised of the accident Superintendent Rose telegraphed to an uncle in New York, who, so far as could be learned, is the only relative the unfortunate boy had.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 12, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mantz, John Sr.
John Mantz, Sr., a well-known farmer, of Warminster township, died at his home on the Jacksonville road, near Hatboro, on Wednesday, from general debility, aged 69 years. He had been ill for some time and was confined to his bed for several weeks. Mr. Mantz came to this country from Germany, accompanied by his wife, many years ago, and by close economy had gathered some wealth. He was an upright citizen, a consistent member of the Hatboro M.E. church, and at one time a member of its official board. A wife and two children survive him, Mrs. John Ritchie, who resides at home, and John Mantz, Jr., of Horsham. One daughter died several years ago. His funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at the Hatboro M.E. church at 2.30 o'clock.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 18, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marin, Howard E.
Howard E., son of John B. and Johanna Martin, Main street, Ambler, died this Wednesday morning in his 27th year of pneumonia.
Deceased leaves a wife, Hattie, who was the daughter of the late William Aimey, and three children: Ralph, Howard and George. Howard is also ill with pneumonia.
The services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2.30 in the Ambler Methodist Episcopal church. Interment at Rose Hill cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 17, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marjarum, Anthony
Horsham. Anthony Marjarum died at his home on July 18, aged 76. He was a well-known citizen and highly respected. The funeral took place on Tuesday. Interment at Emilie, Bucks county.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 31, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Markley, Son of Arthur
Fort Washington News. A 14-months-old son of Arthur Markley was brought up from Tioga to Fort Wasington last Saturday for burial. The bereaved mother was formerly Laura Cambel, of Lancasterville.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 17, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Markley, Jennie
Lansdale. Mrs. Jennie Markley, wife of G.D. Markley, died here from typhoid fever on Friday afternoon. She was 39 years of age, and besides a husband she leaves a son Russell, a boy of eight years; also a brother, Morris Kindig, with his parents, Jacob Kindig and wife. Her funeral was held on Tuesday with interment in Lansdale cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 18, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Markley, John
North Wales. John Markley, long a resident of Upper Gwynedd, where he followed stone mason for many years, and who for a while resided in this town, died at the county hospital on Monday of general debility and old age. He has a daughter, Mrs. George Cook, residing in this borough. His funeral will take place from Mainland and interment will be made at Gwynedd Baptist cemetery, above town.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 26, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Markoe, James
Penllyn. James Markoe, who was killed in Philadelphia last Saturday night, was a nephew of Mr. Harry Markoe, of this place, and was a frequent visitor here. The funeral was held this Wednesday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 4, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marlin, Merritt H.
Merritt H. Marlin, of Prospectville, father of Mr. E. Hudson Marlin, of Ambler, died Sunday evening in his 85th year, from a heavy cold, which he took early in November.
Deceased was born in 1817 in Philadelphia. In 1836 he married Rachel Rebecca Moore, and early in the 40s they moved to Pineville, Bucks county, where he carried on harnessmaking for 22 years. Early in the 60 decade he engaged in farming near Hartsville and from there moved to the Darrah place, near Prospectville, and then farmed the Shevlin property for a few years. He then lived three years on the Scheetz farm, near Broad Axe; then for the same length of time lived on the Lewis farm. For 10 years he resided on the Dun farm, at Eu--- then for three more years lived on the Berkenstock place, Fort Washington. Here he sold out about 13 years ago and moved to Prospectville with his son, Samuel M.
Deceased leaves a widow and five sons, Samuel M., of Prospectville; Thomas C., of Philadelphia; Charles S., of Bucks county; Horace H., of Philadelphia, and E. Hudson, of Ambler, and daughters, Mary Elizabeth Beans, of Bucks county; Ella Augusta Alberger, of Philadelphia, and Josephine Ervin Hallowell, of Phoenixville. Two sons, George S. and John Howard, are dead.
The funeral will be held this Thursday, interment being made at Rose Hill cemetery, Ambler.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 12, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marple, Irvin; Mrs. Longacre; and Isaac Stahley
Narcissa. The funeral of Irvin Marple took place from his father's residence, at Hickorytown, on Tuesday. Interment at Cold Point cemetery. Mrs. Longacre, of Norristown, was interred at the same place on Saturday, and also Isaac Stahley, from the same place, was buried on Tuesday of this week.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 3, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marple, Rosanna
Mrs. Rosanna Marple, for many years proprietress of the Hickorytown hotel, died Tuesday of last week. The cause of death was paralysis. She died in the same building in which she was born, her father, George Ritter, having been landlord of the hotel at the time.
Mrs. Marple was a woman of kindly impulses and was noted for her adeptness in providing for sojourners under her roof. She was twice married. By her first husband she is survived by former Constable George K. Hipple, of Plymouth, and Clara, wife of Hunter Epright, of Norristown. By her second husband she is survived by three sons, John, James and Milton Marple.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 18, 1902, p. 7. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marple, Rosanna
Broad Axe. Mrs. Rosanna Marple, who died last week at Hickorytown, was well known here, being a frequent visitor here during the early part of her life while Theodore Schrieber, Sr., had charge of the inn.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 18, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marple, Sarah H.
The funeral of Mrs. Sarah H. Marple on Saturday was quite largely attended. She had been in somewhat delicate health for a long time. The interment was in the family lot at Hatboro Baptist church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 19, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Marshall, Harriet W.
Mrs. Harriet W. Marshall, of Philadelphia, an aunt of Rev. Dr. Darrach, of Ambler, was buried in Laurel Hill cemetery last week. The aged woman was noted for her practical charity and kindly interest in her less fortunate relatives.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 26, 1903, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Charlotte E. and Elenora S.
Burns Cause Two Deaths. Horrible Accident Results to the Martin Family at Weldon. Mute Daughter's Peril from Flames Causes Shock Whick Brings Death to Mother Aged 99 Years--Unfortunates Buried at the Same Time.
Charlotte E. Martin, of Weldon, Montgomery county, was seriously burned on Thursday, Mar. 26, while burning papers in the yard. The dried grass caught, and in attempting to tramp it out with her feet, her dress caught fire, and she, being a mute, was unable to cry for help. She ran into the kitcken of her home and her mute sister prevented her from going up stairs and at the same time threw a bucket of water on her. Then she ran into the next door neighbor's and finding no one home she turned to come out when she was met by Theodore Luff, who threw carpet over her, which partially extinguished the flames. He was assisted by an unknown stranger. The neighborhood was aroused and several kind women did all they could to relieve her sufferings until medical aid arrived. Dr. Heritage, of Jenkintown, summoned two doctors and a nurse from the Jewish hospital, where they carefully conveyed her. She was relieved of her suffering by death at 12.30 a.m. Mar. 27. She was 71 years of age. The peril which the daughter had been subjected to was a terrible shock to her mother, Elenora S. Martin, aged 99 years, who witnessed the whole disaster from an upstairs window, where she was sewing. Being a mute the daughter was a favorite of her mother. Although of sound bodily health the shock caused a physical collapse from which the aged woman never recovered, and she died Thursday only a few hours after her daughter had passed away.
The latter was the wife of the late John Martin, the mother of J.B. Martin, of Ambler. She was born in Devonshire, England, in 1803, and married John Martin, of Devonshire, in 1824. Three children were born to them in England--Mary, mother of Camby Van Horn, of Ambler; Jane, wife of Chalkley Shoemaker and Charlotte. They sailed to America in 1833 and were nine weeks in crossing the ocean in an old sailing vessel. Landing in New York, then going to Philadelphia, they walked from that city to Jenkintown making their home for a while with a brother-in-law, where John Wanamaker's gate house is at present, on the York road. Another son was born to them three weeks after they landed. This was Thomas R. Martin, who afterwards served in the Civil war and is now in his 69th year. Five other children were born to them, making nine in all, five deceased and four living, two brothers and two mute sisters.
The deceased was the mother of nine children has eight grandchildren and --- --- --- --- have reached the aged of 20 years.
They resided in Weldon, about one mile from Glenside, for a number of years, where her husband, John Martin died at the age of 82 years. Deceased and her mute daughter have lived together since till the time of the accident. Both the unfortunates were buried on Monday at 1 o'clock p.m. from their late residence, Weldon. Interment was made at Rose Hill cemetery, Ambler.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 3, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Emma L.
Emma, wife of John J. Martin, of near Broad Axe, died Thursday morning, in the 55th year of her age, after a long and painful illness. She was the daughter of John B. Johnson, and was born in Lower Gwynedd, and married John J. Martin over 30 years ago. Five children were born, of whom Warren D., Clifford, John and Clara are living. Winfield an[d] Lavinia died when young. Mr. and Mrs. Martin at first resided on the Pope place and then moved to Blue Bell to the former Charles Reiff property. About 20 years ago they moved to the Conard estate, near Broad Axe, where they have resided ever since. The deceased had been a patient sufferer for several years, being confined to her bed since last August.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon from her late residence and the body was taken into the Ambler Presbyterian church, where services were conducted by Rev. N. Thomas Brown, pastor. Interment was made in the North Wales Lutheran cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 6, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Estel
Estel, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hudson Marlin, of Ambler died Thursday morning of lung trouble, after an illness lasting for over a year, commencing July 7, 1899, with typhoid fever. She was born Dec. 6, 1879, and was therefore in her 21st year. She was an active church worker when her health permitted participating in the work, having joined the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church of Ambler 10 years ago. She was a member of the Aid society and the Baptist Young People's union and secretary of the Farther lights. She was graduated from the Ambler high school in 1896.
Funeral services under Rev. E.E. Valentine, pastor, were held at her late home and the Baptist church and Sunday school room were crowded with friends and relatives of the deceased. Rev. Valentine spoke very beautifully of her life and example. Miss M. Susan Morris sang a solo and with Mrs. Valentine rendered a duet. Interment was made at Rose Hill cemetery, where a short service was held.
Mr. and Mrs. Marlin desire to express their gratitude and thanks to all their kind friends who so graciously ministered to them in their bereavement and who by their sympathy and presence visited and sustained the deceased during her illness. The Christian acts of friends and loving kindnesses in time of trouble is the true charity of the faith in Christ.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 5, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Harry
Willow Grove. Quite a number of residents about here attended the funeral of Harry Martin on Wednesday. Harry was one time a resident of this locality.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 19, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Howard E.
Broad Axe. Theodore Schrieber and family attended the funeral of Howard E. Martin in Ambler on Saturday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 24, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Humphrey
Lansdale. A telegram was received here on Thursday last from Nevada announcing the death of Humphrey Martin. He had been away from this part of the country for about 40 years and was a brother of Algernon J. Martin, of Upper Gwynedd, and of John J. Martin, of near Broad Axe. He was an unmarried man, and his age was over 60 years.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 24, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, John C.
John C. Martin, tax collector of Conshohocken, died Friday at the home of his father-in-law, Caleb Hallowell, near Phoenixville, of pneumonia. He was taken ill at the Christmas dinner table. For several years he was a Pennsylvania railroad station agent at Franklin avenue, Norristown.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 14, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martin, Maggie
Jarrettown. The funeral of Mrs. Maggie Martin, late of Philadelphia, was held on Sunday at the Methodist church. The husband and also the father of the deceased, both well known in this vicinity, died only a few months ago and were buried in the same cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 31, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Martindell, Elijah
Elijah Martindell, a retired farmer of Newtown, died on Monday of last week at his residence in Norristown, aged 87 years. He was a native of Newtown township, where he was born on April 11, 1813. His parents were Isaac and Rachel (Bonham) Martindell. He resided on the Martindell homestead until 1884, when he moved into Norristown. Deceased leaves several children.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 12, 1898, p. 7. Submitted by Nancy.]
Massinger, Charles
The funeral of Charles Massinger Thursday, March 1st., was largely attended. Due to the inclemency of the weather the body was put in the vault at Beulah cemetery, from which it was interred on Saturday. The bearers were Austin Griffith, Preston Hagerty, Moses H. Rice, Samuel Kerns, John Swartley and Milton K. Freas. The remains were removed from the house to the hearse by Mr. Massinger's five sons and one son-in-law.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 8, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Massy, Julia Pratt
Broad Axe. The funeral of Mrs. Julia Pratt Massy passed through out village Friday afternoon.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 26, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Master, Infant Child of John R.
Mather, Edward
One of the oldest--if not the oldest--residents of Jenkintown died last week. We refer to Mr. Edward Mather, member of the society of Friends, whose death occurred at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. R.J. Mitchell, of 117 York road, at 2.45 a.m. on Tuesday, 26th day of the fourth month, according to the Friends' reckoning. Deceased was born in Cheltenham township and lived all his life in that locality as a farmer, but retired from business several years ago. He was a brother of 'Squire Charles Mather, the well known conveyancer, who resides at West avenue and Cedar street, and who was 78 years of age on Feb. 11 last. Another brother, Isaac, who was born in Whitemarsh and now resides on the old homestead, on Washington Lane, in Cheltenham township, is 95 years old. Since the death of his wife, several years ago, the deceased had lived with his daughter. He was a member of the Abington meeting and at one time was a director of the Jenkintown National bank, and at one time owned the property occupied by the Wharton Switch company and also the property in the rear of Jenkintown station owned by John Wanamaker. His funeral took place at 11 o'clock Friday morning from the Friends' meeting house in Abington. It is interesting, in connection with the death of this member of the Mather family, one of the most honorable and virtuous ever known in the commonwealth, to recall the fact that the old homestead, above named, has been in the family since it was purchased from William Penn in 1683, only one year after the great founder of Pennsylvania first came to America and settled on the banks of the Delaware.
He leaves two daughter, Martha Mitchell, of Jenkintown, and Philena Parry, of Warminster. He leaves two brothers, Isaac and Charles Mather, and two sister[s], Rebeca Michener and Anna Mather.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 4, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mather, Job R.
Job R. Mather died in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, March 11, 1900, at the home of his sister, Jane M. Foulke, in the 90th year of his age.
To all who knew Job R. Mather, and especially to those who knew him most intimately, his life was full of kindly thoughts and deeds. His sense of justice was keen; his respect for opinions that differed from his own unfailing, and his charity such as could only come from a noble generous heart. Quiet and unobtrusive, only those who knew him in his daily life could fully appreciate the thoughtfulness, the gentleness, the serenity and unselfishness of his character. The close of a life so long, so well rounded is ever a benediction and in the halo of its perfected light, we learn "how beautiful 'tis to die," and closely watching, we may catch a faint reflection of the perfect peace beyond "that low green tent whose curtain never outward swings." E.F.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 22, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mather, Job Roberts
Job R. Mather died at the home of his sister, Jane Foulke, Quakertown, Sunday morning at 9.15 in the 90th year of his age. He had a stroke of paralysis on Tuesday, the 6th, and could not recover from the shock.
He was the son of Charles Mather and was born on the Mather property, near Penllyn, April 17, 1810. He had a younger brother Charles, who died about a dozen years ago and is buried at Gwynedd. His sisters are: Jane, wife of Benjamin Foulke, Quakertown; Susan, wife of Samuel J. Levick, of Philadelphia; Lydia, deceased, married John Lester. A relative of Job R. Mather, Isaac Mather, of Jenkintown, is now in his 95th year, apparently in good health.
The old homestead in Whitpain township is a land mark in the county. The mill was built by the elder Charles Mather and operated by him and his sons. Farmers came for miles to have their grain ground into flour until many years ago, when its wheels ceased to turn regularly and the deceased retired from active work. A portion of the property was bought by the Pickering family, and the tract still remains in their possession.
Job R. Mather nor his brother never married. In the summer the homestead was occupied by Mr. J. Sims Wilson and family and the deceased, of whom Mr. Wilson married a niece, and the winters of Mr. Mather were spent in Quakertown. He was a well preserved man up until the last, despite his 90 years. His form was tall, straight and sinewy, and he walked as erect and firm as a man of 30 years his junior. He took more than an ordinary interest in the affairs of the neighborhood and was an ardent supporter of the extention of trolley lines.
The ancestors of Job R Mather came from England in William Penn's time. The first of the family in this country was Joseph Mather, who settled in Cheltenham township, on a farm of 300 acres. Jay Cook, the eminent financier, owned a part of the tract, and Ogontz seminary is located on it. Joseph's wife was a Russell, the land coming from her father. His son Richard inherited the estate from his mother. Richard's son, Isaac, married Mary Morris, their son Charles being the father of the deceased.
'Squire Job. Roberts, mater[n]al grandfather of deceased, was a resident of Whitpain, close to the Gwynedd line. He was one of the best known business men of Montgomery county. He died August 20, 1851, in his 95th year. He was known as a successful farmer also, having produced as high as 60 bushels of wheat per acre. He was a pioneer in the introduction of Merino sheep. In 1780 he drove to Gwynedd Meeting, fo which he and his family were members, in a carriage of his own manufacture, the only one seen at that meeting or for 25 years afterward. He was a justice of the peace from 1791 to 1820.
The remains of Job R. Mather were interred this Wednesday afternoon at Gwynedd Friends' burying ground.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 15, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mather, Penrose
Penrose Mather, an old resident of this vicinity died at his home on Tuesday morning.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 7, 1895, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mather, Rachel N.
Rachel N. Mather, a minister of the Society of Friends, died on the 6th inst., at her residence, No. 1787 North Fifteenth street, Philadelphia. She was the widow of Thomas T. Mather, a prominent resident of Cheltenham township, who died several years ago. Deceased was in early life a teacher, and taught in a school near Germantown, of which her future husband was a director.
Rachel Mather was a daughter of William Nicholson, who was a popular Republican campaign orator 40 years ago. He was active also in the anti-slavery and in the temperance cause. He held for 10 years a position in the Philadelphia custom house, under the administrations of Lincoln and Grant. Deceased was a descendant of Samuel Nicholson and Andrew Thompson, both prominent in the early settlement of New Jersey. In the work of the ministry she visited all sections of this country, including New York Baltimore, Indiana and Illinois yearly meetings. Her life was largely spent in labors for humanity, benevolence and kindness of heart being her prominent characteristics.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 15, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mathews, Benjamin
Quite a large number of relatives and friends attended the funeral of Benjamin Mathews, from his late residence at New Britain on Thursday afternoon. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. N.C. Fetter, pastor of the Doylestown Baptist church. Interment was made in the graveyard connected with the New Britain church.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 2, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mathias, Anna
Miss Anna Mathias, daughter of the late John Mathias, died at her residence, near Chalfont, on Wednesday, after a lingering illness of consumption. Miss Mathias was engaged in teaching school in the county for several years, and was a teacher in the Doylestown public schools about three terms. She was an active worker in the Sunday school, Christian endeavor, W.C.T.U. and L.T.L. until ill health compelled her to give up her labors. Three sisters of Miss Mathias, Emily, Ida and Fanny, died from the same disease. She is survived by her mother, on sister, Miss Ella Mathias, a teacher in the Bristol schools, and two brothers, Joseph and Robert, of Chalfont.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 13, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mathias, Jane
Jane Mathias, widow of the late John H. Mathias, formerly of Hilltown, died on Sunday morning at the residence of her son-in-law, Abram Keller, at Jamison, after a couple of days' illness, at an advanced age. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Abram Keller, of Jamison; a son living in Dakota and a daughter-in-law who resides in Brooklyn.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 30, 1897, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mattes, Francis
Lansdale. The interment of Francis Mattes, was at the Schwenkfeldter church in Towamencin, on Thursday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 31, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mattis, Mary
Mary Mattis, sister-in-law of Samuel H. Freas, Ambler, died at his residence Tuesday morning the result of cancer, which had been operated upon last week. She was 56 years of age and will be buried Friday morning from her late residence in Ambler. Interment will be in Cold Point Baptist cemetery.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 19, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mattis, Mary
Broad Axe. The funeral of Miss Mary Mattis passed through here on Friday to Cold Point burying ground.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 26, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Matz, Emma
Narcissa. Emma, wife of James Matz, who has been ill for a long time, died on Sunday.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 8, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Maust, Samuel B.
Samuel B. Maust, of near Fort Washington, died Monday of tuberculosis and heart trouble, in his 38th year. The funeral will be held Friday at 2 o'clock from the residence of his father, George B. Maust, and interment will be made in St. Thomas' cemetery, Whitemarsh.
Deceased was the son of George and Amanda Maust and was born in Whitemarsh township. Nov. 25, 1885, he married Sarah Cleaver and lived in Upper Dublin township ever since. A wife and four children, Norah, Elsie, Esther and Leonard, survive.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 18, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]
Maxwell, Cynthia Ann
At Spring Mill, June 21st, Cynthia Ann Maxwell, aged 21 years and 6 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, Spring Mill, Montgomery county, on Saturday morning, the 25th—meet at the house at 10 o'clock.
[Source: Philadelphia Press, June 24, 1859, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]
Maylor, Mrs.
Mrs. Maylor died Sunday in South Ambler aged 80 years. She made her home with Harry Ott on Locust street. The funeral was held this Wednesday at Blue Bell.
[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 4, 1903, p. 5. Submitted by
McAdams, James James McAdams, an old resident of Ambler, died Thursday at the Pennsylvania hospital, aged 77 years. The funeral services were held Monday morning at 10 o'clock at the parlors of David H. Schulyer's Sons undertaking establishment, Sixth and Diamond streets, Philadelphia, and interment was made privately in Union cemetery, Whitemarsh. Deceased was the son of Robert McAdams and was born when the latter was proprietor of the old Dreshertown hotel, which was located where the present Dr. Potter residence now is. On the death of his father the place was kept by the son, who became on of the last proprietors of the hotel, the license being revoked some years later. Mr. McAdams married Sarah Hymas, originally of Philadelphia, but who had made her home in the family of Abram Carn, at Fort Washington. The deceased for a time lived in Phoenixville, and later moved to Ambler, where he and his wife made their home on Main street. About 1884 Mrs. McAdams died leaving her husband childless. She was buried in the Union cemetery, Whitemarsh. Mr. McAdams continued living in Ambler for some years. About 10 years ago he and his sister took up their residence in a Presbyterian home in the city, when the latter died. About 10 days ago Mr. McAdams had a fall and injured himself so seriously as to cause his death. He had one brother and two sisters all of whom are now deceased. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 4, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McAdams, Jane Jane McAdams, a one-time resident of Ambler and well known in this vicinity, died last Friday at the Nazarine Home, 2032 Columbia avenue, Philadelphia, aged 84 years. She was the daughter of Robert McAdams, who kept the tavern at Dreshertown in the property which was afterwards purchased by Dr. Potter and modernized. The family is of Irish descent. She had a sister, who has been dead several years. There were two brothers, Thomas, who at one time worked in Frederick Huffnagle's shoemaking shop in Ambler, but who has been dead about 10 years. James survives. Many years ago he kept store at Phoenixville. He married Sarah Heimes, of Fort Washington, who has been dead many years. James and his sister resided in Ambler and then moved to Mrs. Farringer's house, at Fort Washington. Later they moved back again to Ambler, but last fall entered the Nazarine Home. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock from the home. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 3, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McAllonan, Elizabeth Elizabeth, wife of Samuel McAllonan, died on Thursday last, March 14th, in the eighty-fourth year of her age, having been born in 1810. Mrs. McAllonan's maiden name was Adams, and she was born in Ireland, as was also her husband. They were married about 1828 in that country and then came to America, settling in Philadelphia. In 1854 they moved to Upper Dublin township, where they bought the John Shoemaker farm of seventy-two acres. More than fifteen years ago they purchased the Whitcomb tract of sixteen acres, which lies over on the opposite side of the Limekiln road. Thirteen children were born in all, seven of whom are still living. Those surviving are Elizabeth, unmarried, residing at home; Ann, married Washington Estlow, lives in Philadelphia and has four children; Samuel, unmarried, lives on the homestead; Thomas, married, resides in Philadelphia and has two children; Archie, married, lives in Philadelphia, has five children; Matthew, unmarried, lives at home; Emma, married John Adams, lives in Philadelphia and has one child. John, the oldest child, was born in 1830 and died in 1874. William, another child, died about ten years ago, leaving a widow and one child. The deceased was buried Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Upper Dublin Lutheran cemetery, from her late residence, near Jarrettown. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 21, 1895, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.] McAlonan, Elizabeth Miss Elizabeth McAlonan died in Upper Dublin on Saturday morning last, at the age of 64 years. She had been ailing for some time and was found dead in bed on Saturday morning. She was the daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth McAlonan, who died last March. Miss McAlonan was a consistent member of the Upper Dublin Lutheran church and was much respected by her friends. The McAlonan family came from Philadelphia about 40 years ago and located in this vicinity. The funeral took place at Upper Dublin Lutheran church on Tuesday afternoon. [Source: Ambler Gazette, January 2, 1896, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] McAvoy, Jennie A. Centre Square. This community was grieved to hear of the sudden death of Jennie A., wife of Patrick McAvoy, of Philadelphia. Just one week before hear death she attended the funeral of her brother in law, Edward Kane, Esq., of Norristown. She was in good health at that time. Soon after she became ill with typhoid pneumonia, which soon developed seriously. She was a most estimable lady and had resided in this village several years. A husband and six children, her mother and five sisters survive. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 31, 1903, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] McCandless, John Centre Square. John, the 13-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John McCandless, died suddenly on Saturday afternoon of hemorrhages of the lungs. He had been out in the yard walking around and was taken sick. Dr. Seiple was summoned and did all that could be done, but death soon ended the sufferings. Deceased was a kind and affectionate son and brother and had been ailing for a long time. A few years ago Julius, the oldest son, died in the same way. The parents and remaining brother have the sympathy of the community in their sad affliction. Funeral this Wednesday afternoon at St. John's Lutheran church. [Source: Ambler Gazette, April 18, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McCann, Henry Glenside and Around. The funeral of Henry McCann was held Wednesday. He was gardener for Thomas Smith for several years and is survived by a wife and several children. [Source: Ambler Gazette, May 5, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McClarren, Ralph H. R. McClarren, former mayor Ralph H. McClarren, 87, former mayor of Bryn Athyn and a pioneer in aviation technology, died Friday at the White Billet Nursing Home in Hatboro. Mr. McClarren served two terms as mayor of Bryn Athyn from 1978 to 1986. Before that, he served 12 years on the borough council, where he was public works director. After retiring as mayor, Mr. McClarren was elected to the school board and remained active in the quaint Montgomery County borough, serving as grand marshal for parades and helping to tend a community garden. Born in Pittsburgh and raised in Seattle, Mr. McClarren came to Bryn Athyn in 1929 to work as an engineer for Kellett Autogiro Corp. of Philadelphia. He worked with other aeronautical engineers on a newly inverted aircraft called the autogiro, the forerunner of the helicopter. Mr. McClarren helped design the K-2 autogiro, Kellett's first successful model, and he also helped build autogiros for the Pitcairn Corp. A few years later, as chief engineer for the Herrick Convertiplane Corp. of New York, Mr. McClarren designed the first successful convertiplane, an aircraft which takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter, but which flies like a conventional airplane. Mr. McClarren joined the staff of the Franklin Institute in 1933 as a technical assistant and helped develop the museum's Hall of Aviation. He was later named an associate director, in charge of aviation and electrical engineering. During World War II, Mr. McClarren oversaw research on airborne fire-control sighting systems. He received the Naval Ordinance Development Award from the Navy for that work. In 1946, Mr. McClarren was appointed director of the electronics and instruments division of the Franklin Institute Laboratories for Research and Development. After leaving the Franklin Institute in 1952, Mr. McClarren remained active with the institute, serving on its committee on science and arts, which awards medals for outstanding work in the sciences. Mr. McClarren also was the main consultant in a successful multimillion-dollar suit by the Autogiro Co. of America against the U.S. government for patent infringement. He also did engineering consulting for other firms. Mr. McClarren earned a bachelor's degree in engineering science from the University of Washington in 1928, and a year later, received an advanced degree in aeronautical engineering from New York University. He was a member of the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences, the Franklin Institute, the Engineers Club of Philadelphia and the American Rocket Society. He was a past executive secretary of the Aviation Space Writers Association; a past president of the Aero Club of Pennsylvania, and a past treasurer of the Civic and Social Club of Bryn Athyn. Bryn Athyn Mayor Hyland R. Johns, who succeeded Mr. McClarren, said he brought his engineer's mind to the job of leader of the two-square-mile borough, population 1,000. "He was always extremely analytical and thoughtful and would weigh all of the aspects of a situation before he came to a decision," said Johns, who was president of the borough council during Mr. McClarren's tenure as mayor. "He was a real gentleman and was always thoughtful of other people and other positions or points of view." Mr. McClarren is surv[iv]ed by his wife, Marjorie; daughter Janet; sons, R. Gordon and Terry R.; five grand-children and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held today at 4 p.m. at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Contribution in his memory may be sent to the Emergency Financial Aid Fund, Bryn Athyn Church, P.O. Box 277, Bryn Athyn, Pa. 19009. [Source: Williams, Vanessa. "R. McClarren, former mayor," Philadelphia Inquirer, c. April 1, 1994. Submitted by David.] McClean, Elizabeth J. Elizabeth J., widow of the late William McClean, died Saturday evening at 6.30 at her old home in Horsham township, the residence of Charles McClean, in the 82d year of her age. The deceased's maiden name was Jennett and she was born in Delaware county, but at the time of her marriage in 1842 was living on the farm on which she died. Her husband was a miller and a farmer, and after their marriage moved on the farm now owned by Walter N. Heiss. After a few years they moved to the old Reiff mill property, Ambler, where they resided for six or seven years, and 21 years ago returned to the old homestead, where her husband died in March, 1900. Mrs. McClean was a member of the Ambler Presbyterian church, having transferred her membership from Prospectville Reformed church several years ago. She leaves children, Mary and Charles, of Horsham, and John, of Ambler. The following are dead: Carrie William, Anna and A. Elizabeth. The deceased had been ill for a year and a half, but was confined to her bed for the past five weeks. The funeral will be held this Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, services at the house and interment at Rose Hill cemetery. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 27, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McClean, William William McClean, of near Prospectville, Horsham township, died Wednesday morning, March 21, in his 79th year. About 10 days previous he had a paralytic stroke, which rendered him unconscious and from which he never recovered. He was born in 1821 at the old mill property in Horsham, now owned by William Dager, where he learned the trade of miller and followed farming until he married Elizabeth Jennette, of Chester county, when he purchased the farm now owned by Walter N. Heiss, of Ambler, where all but one of his children were born. The family resided there for about 25 years and then after selling the place to Harry Green, moved to Ambler into the old Reiff mill property, where they dwelt for 10 years. The deceased then bought the present home of the family, then the property of Joseph Kenderdine, and for a long time known as the Job Conard place. A widow and three children survive: John, of Ambler, Mary and Charles, who live at home. Four children are deceased. The funeral was held Saturday and interment was made at Rose Hill cemetery. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 29, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McClain, James Wyncote Victim of Thugs Buried. The funeral of James McClain, who was so brutally slain in his stable at Wyncote on Jan. 9, was held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock in the church of the Immaculate Conception, Jenkintown, when a requiem high mass was celebrated. McClain leaves a widow and three children--Catharine, six years old; Bernard, aged four years, and a baby, Elizabeth, 18 months old. A sister of McClain, Mrs. Daniel Riley, whom he had not seen for 16 years arrived from Colorado on Thursday to attend his funeral. McClain was a man well known --- --- and had made many friends in the vicinity. The brutal manner in which he was assaulted in his stable has shocked the community, and throughout the surrounding towns efforts are being put forth to bring his assailant to justice. An inquest as to the cause of death was held at the undertaking establishment of George Nice, Jenkintown, by Coroner Kane, of Montgomery county. Hibberd B. Worrell, of Meadowbrooke, called a meeting of the Abington Protective association at J.B. Smith's hall, Jenkintown, on last Monday evening. It is proposed to make a formidable organization against murders and burglaries and for the punishment of the criminals who have made Abington and Cheltenham townships their stomping ground. [Source: Ambler Gazette, January 29, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McCloskey, Mrs. Fort Washington News. The funeral of Mrs. McCloskey, late of Flourtown, which passed through here on Thursday, was one of the largest in recent years. [Source: Ambler Gazette, February 25, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] McCloskey, Mrs. Edward Flourtown. Mrs. McCloskey, wife of Edward McCloskey, died on Sunday morning of heart failure. Funeral on Thursday morning, burial at Ambler. She had eaten a hearty breakfast, and on going upstairs dropped over dead. She leaves a husband, one son and a daughter. [Source: Ambler Gazette, February 18, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] McCool, Henrietta Henrietta McCool, of Penllyn, died Sunday morning at 7.30, aged 78 years. She was one of eight children of John and Mary McCool, who lived on the present Harry Buzby place, one mile above Springhouse, on the Bethlehem turnpike, in Lower Gwynedd township. The family lived in Horsham and then a few years after returned again to Gwynedd township, living at Springhouse and then along the Wissahickon creek below Penllyn. Later they kept the tollgate on the pike east of Penllyn, where 36 years ago last March the mother died. The deceased lived there several years, after which the father and the deceased moved to the west of Penllyn station and then resided in one of Mrs. Jane Hart's houses, where 23 years ago the father died. The subject of this sketch then followed dressmaking for 13 years, relinquishing the business to keep house for Mrs. Hannah Robbins in Ambler and about five years ago took up her residence with Mrs. Hart at Penllyn, where she died. Deceased had suffered a slight stroke some nine years ago, but apparently had recovered. A neglected cold, however, became deep=seated and with failing recuperative qualities incident to age, rendered the case complicated and death resulted. Mrs. Hart and Mrs. Hanna Robbins, of Penllyn; Mrs. Adelaide Preston, of Philadelphia, and Joshua McCool, of Ambler, are the surviving members of the family. One brother, Nicholas McCool, enlisted in the Civil war and was never heard of afterwards. The funeral and services were held this Wednesday afternoon from her late home at Penllyn in charge of Rev. E.E. Valentine, pastor of the Mount Pleasant Baptist church, Ambler, and interment was made in the Mount Pleasant cemetery where her mother and grandmother are buried. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 10, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McCool, Henrietta E. Broad Axe. Misses Hannah and Emma McCool, of Morris road, attended the funeral of their aunt, Miss Henrietta E. McCool, in Penllyn last Wednesday. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 17, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] McCombs, James Bachelor's Sudden Death. James McCombs, aged 69 years, died suddenly Friday morning at Patrick Curran's farm, Plymouth township, where he had been employed in husking corn. McCombs was a bachelor and lived with his brother-in-law, Charles Lysinger, in Norristown who was also working at the Curran farm. McCombs had just spoken to his brother and was making preparations to quit work on account of the rain when he keeled over. He was carried to Mr. Curran't residence, but died before medical assistance arrived, Coroner McGlathery was notified. He found that death was caused by valvular disease of the heart and no inquest was necessary. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 9, 1899, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McCool, John Agawan tribe, No. 279, Court Ambler, No. 122, and the Wissahickon Fire company will attend the funeral of John McCool in a body this Thursday morning. The members of each organization are requested to meet at their respective meeting places at 10.30 a.m. Friends meet at the house at 11 o'clock. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 12, 1903, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.] McCool, John John McCool, of Chestnut street, South Ambler, died at 3 o'clock Monday morning after an illness of more than two weeks. Deceased is about 35 years of age and leaves a widow and five children, the former of whom was Annie, daughter of Richard Robinson, of Lancasterville. Mr. McCool has resided in Ambler for about 15 years, and was one of the pipe fitters of the Keasbey & Mattison works. He was chief of the Wissahickon Fire Company and a member of the Red Men and Foresters lodges. The funeral will beheld this Thursday morning at 11, services being conducted at the house, and interment will be made at Cold Point Baptist church. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 12, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McCool, Upman Upman McCool, aged 46 years, died at his home in South Ambler, Saturday morning at 4.45, after a painful illness since last spring, when it was discovered he ws suffering with cancer in the side of his neck and face. The deceased was buried Tuesday morning in Cold Point cemetery,, from the home of his sister, Mrs. Speelhoffer, No. 201 Locust street, South Ambler, services being held in the church. His body was followed to the grave not only by his relatives and close friends, but also by members of Bethany commandery, No. 39, A.I.O.K. of M.C., and Agawan tribe, No. 279, I.O.R.M., of Ambler, of which he was a member. It is supposed that the cancerous growth developed from a pinch he received years ago. Within the past few years a lump was noticed, which grew very painful. He was taken to the Medico-Chirurgical hospital, Philadelphia, where an operation was performed, which a few months after was repeated, but to no avail. The poison had infected his whole body. The flesh refused to heal and for the past few months he had been kept alive on milk, which towards the last was given him through a tube. Through the terrible pain he suffered he bore up nobly, being patient although aware of the end which awaited him. His tender and sympathizing friends and especially Mrs. Speelhoffer, his sister, did everything in their power to ease his terrible sufferings through the development of the dreaded disease. Mrs. Speelhoffer was always by the side of the sufferer, ministering to his needs and cheering him up through the ordeal of wasting away in spite of all earthy aid of nursing and the help of medical attendance. Towards the last of his life his sufferings were excruciating, but he died unconscious. [Source: Ambler Gazette, August 30, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McCracken, Joseph North Wales. Joseph McCracken, borough treasurer, died at his home, Shearer street and Pennsylvania avenue, on Friday night. His funeral took place from the Baptist church on Tuesday afternoon. Mr. McCracken has long been a resident of our town, and was born and in his youth resided in the western part of the state. Before the office was abolished he was sealer of weights and measures of the county, and in his younger days took an active part in politics, being a strong Republican. A widow and three sons survive him. The latter are: William, the well-known merchant of our town; Elmer E., the ice dealer, and Byron, a justice of the peace at Jenkintown. He was a prominent and well-known Odd Fellow. A delegation from the lodge and encampment of this town attended his funeral. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 31, 1904, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.] McDermott, William William McDermott, aged 72 years, died Wednesday evening in Norristown. Deceased was one of the best known men in the county. For the past 20 years he has been chaplain of the Montgomery county prison. Deceased was born in Upper Merion township in 1825. When 17 years old he entered the printing office of the Norristown Herald with Robert Iredell, and learned the art of printing. During the war he was resident editor of the National Defender and later was assistant editor of the Norristown Independent. For a number of years Mr. McDermott resided in Conshohocken and was cashier of the Conshohocken National bank. He was also at one time secretary of the Norristown Water company and Norristown Library company besides serving as treasurer of Mechanics and other associations. Mr. McDermott was a leading member of Central Presbyterian church. He was married twice; his second wife survives him. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 1, 1898, p. 7. Submitted by Nancy.] McDowell, Mrs. A.G. Jarrettown. The funeral of Mrs. A.G. McDowell was held on Saturday from her husband's residence. The interment was at Hatboro cemetery. She had been in failing health for a long time and leaves a husband and a daughter about five years old to mourn her loss. [Source: Ambler Gazette, June 7, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McEvoy, John Willow Grove. The funeral services of the late John McEvoy were held Wednesday morning of last week with interment at Jenkintown. Deceased leaves a wife and six children. He had been proprietor of the Fountain hotel, this place, for five years. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 29, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McFadden, Charles Charles McFadden, well-known railroad contractor and the head of the McFadden Hardware company, 735 Market street, was suddenly stricken with apoplexy after dinner on March 4, 15 his residence, 1711 Arch street, Philadelphia, and died shortly after 10 o'clock. His death was a surprise to his many business acquaintances, as he had been about town during the day. Mr. McFadden was born in Liverpool, Pennsylvania, December 13th, 1830. He acquired a country school education, and embarked early in railroad building, at which occupation he spent the greater part of his life. He built railroads very extensively in the eastern states, but his operations were confined chiefly to Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Virginia. He was well known to many people in this vicinity, having been one of the contractors on the Trenton Cut-off railroad. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 14, 1895, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McGlathery, Mehelm Mehelm McGlathery, aged 95, the oldest resident of Norristown, died Sunday morning. Deceased lived in that vicinity nearly all his life and for 50 years was secretary of the Montgomery Mutual Fire Insurance company. He held that position until three years ago, when he resigned on account of his infirmities. In September Mr. McGlathery celebrated his 95th birthday, and at that time was able to be about the house. Deceased is survived by three daughters and a son, as follows: Miss Caroline McGlathery, Miss Martha McGlathery, Miss Mary J. McGlathery and Rev. William McGlathery, all of Norristown. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 2, 1897, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McGowan, Joseph Joseph McGowan, a well known resident of Fort Washington, died Thursday evening at his home, after being confined to his home all summer with consumption. The deceased was about 49 years of age, and for 18 years had resided at Fort Washington, although for a few months last winter boarded in Ambler, where he held a good position with the Keasbey and Mattison company. He married Anna Hendley, who with the following children survives: Frank, of Germantown; Nettie, wife of Charles Crockett; Raymond, Dollie, William and Walter, all of whom reside at Fort Washington. Two children, Joseph and Mamie, are deceased. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, interment being made at the Union cemetery, Whitemarsh. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 15, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McGraugh, John John McGraugh, of West Ambler, died on Monday from blood poisoning caused by an abscess on the knee. The deceased was 39 years of age, and leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. The abscess resulted from a bruise on the knee, received while operating his moulding press at the chemical works. Dr. Shelly was called in but the patient died about a week after being taken sick. The children are all under 15 years of age, the youngest being a babe of less than 2 years. The family is in destitute circumstances, having nothing whatever to depend on outside of charity. The Guild relief, of Ambler, was appraised of the need of the family by Dr. Shelly, an don Tuesday a committee was sent up and aid was promised. Mrs. McGraugh will try to get along by taking boarders. She says they are striving to pay off some of their bills when the accident happened, and an inquiry about the town corroborates the state that Mr. McGraugh was a hard-working man and always paid his debts when able. The deceased will be buried this Thursday morning, when high mass will be observed at St. Anthony's church, Ambler, at 8. Interment will be made at St. Matthew's new cemetery, at Conshohocken. The Wissahickon Fire company is especially invited to be presnt at the services. [Source: Ambler Gazette, November 7, 1895, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.] McIntire, Mary Lansdale. The funeral of Mrs. Mary McIntire took place on Wednesday last. She was 80 years of age, and her interment was at the Haycock, Bucks county, Catholic church. [Source: Ambler Gazette, September 28, 1899, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McIntosh, Henry C. Henry C. McIntosh, of Doylestown, a well-known printer and newspaper foreman, died at Emile, on Saturday afternoon, of a pistol shot by his own hand. He had been employed in the Republican office and went to work on Tuesday morning of last week at the usual time, but complained of feeling sick. He was advised to go home and rest. On Wednesday morning he went on the trolley to Philadelphia, speaking to Motorman Weingartner of severe pains in the head. During the day he was at various business places in the city, and in the evening told Mr. Geiner that he would take a midnight train for Doylestown. From that time nothing was known in Doylestown of the major's whereabouts or movements until a message came about 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon of his death at Emile. Of the latter event it is known that Druggist William Stackhouse saw Mr. McIntosh coming down the road near his store about 1 o'clock. He turned away thinking no doubt the visitor would stop in. Shortly after Mrs. Joseph Stackhouse, next door, spoke of seeing a man go further down the road and halt under an oak tree. A visit to the place found the warm, but lifeless body of the veteran soldier and printer with a bullet hole in his head. [Source: Ambler Gazette, January 17, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McKeever, Mary Mrs. Mary McKeever, wife of Terrance McKeever, who lives on the furnace street, at north Edge Hill, died very suddenly on Wednesday. She had been ailing for some time, but was not regarded as in any serious danger. She was taken with a sudden pain about her heart and died almost instantly. Her age was about 60 years. She is survived by her husband and 10 children, six sons and four daughters. One of the daughters is married, her husband being Harry Norton, a member of the police force in the city of Philadelphia. One daughter was drowned three or four summers ago, and one son is dead. [Source: Ambler Gazette, February 11, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McKinlay, A.W. Sad Drowning Accident at Millersville. On Monday evening last an accident occurred here of a character the most sad of all accidents: Mr. A.W. McKinlay, a young man about seventeen or eighteen years of age and a student of the Normal School, after eating his supper started off, with a number of companions in a very joyful, buoyant manner, fro the creek to take a swim. Mr. McKinlay was about the last one to go into the water, and he had scarcely gone out thirty feet until he got cramp (it is is supposed) and, after coming up three times, went to the bottom, never to come up alive again. The water at the place where he went down was about twenty feet deep, rendering it very difficult for those trying to save him, to make much headway. They had him up once and were compelled to leave him drop in order to save their own lives. When the alarm was first given that a man was drowning it was supposed to be mere "letting on", but it was soon found out that the cries were well founded. The alarm was sent up to the school and it was but a very few minutes till all the male students and faculty were looking upon the sad scene. Dr. Reeder was also sent for, and was on the ground about fifteen minutes before the body was taken from the water. The young man was under the water about three-quarters of an hour. When he was taken out the doctor, with many others, got to work and did all they could to restore life, for the doctor said there was some hope. The accident occurred at about six o'clock, and at nine they gave up all hopes of his recovery and brought him up to the school, dead. The young man's sister who is also here attending school, was driven almost frantic on hearing of the sudden death of her brother, and she became sick herself. On Tuesday morning a telegram was sent to his parents, in Montgomery county, and at noon of the same day they arrived here and in the evening about four o'clock they started for home, taking their daughter and all that was left of their son with them. The accident throws a gloom over the school. A peculiar feature is that just one year ago last Sunday, another young man named Specht was drowned only a short distance above this place. He also was a student. Assurance full in this we find, [Source: New Holland Clarion, Saturday, June 9, 1883, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] McKinley, Margaret Lansdale. Mrs. Margaret McKinley died on Thursday last at the age of 81. She was a native of County Ayr, Scotland, and the widow of John McKinley, who came to America about 1847. Her son, John McKinley, is prominent in the Prohibition party of Montgomery county. Her maiden name was Smith and she was born near the city of Glasgow. [Source: Ambler Gazette, October 11, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McLaferty, John John McLaferty, of Plymouth township, died at the state hospital aged about 40 years. The funeral took place Wednesday morning from Undertaker O'Gorman's parlors, East Main street, Norristown. [Source: Ambler Gazette, June 15, 1899, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.] McLaughlin, George Broad Axe. The funeral of the late George McLaughlin was held on Wednesday from his former residence at this place. A large number of the friends of the family attended. [Source: Ambler Gazette, April 17, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McMullin, Catharine On the 8th instant, Catharine, daughter of James McMullin, in the 33d year of her age. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her funeral, from the residence of her uncle, Thomas Howland, Cheltenham, Montgomery county, on this (Friday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock, without further notice. [Source: Philadelphia Press, November 11 1859, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.] McMullen, Child of John Jarrettown. A seven-months' old child of John McMullen, died recently after short illness. The funeral was held on Wednesday last. [Source: Ambler Gazette, July 17, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.] McNair, Harry Harry McNair died at his home at Maple Glen, on Wednesday last, of catarrh of the stomach, after an illness of several weeks. He recently went under an operation for appendicitis, but had fully recovered from the same. He was a wheelwright by trade and carried on business at Southampton for a number of years. Last spring he entered the employ of George Lenhart, Maple Glen. He was a man interested in church work, being superintendent of the Johnsville Sunday school for a number of years, and a citizen beloved by all who knew him. He was a member of Ivyland council, Jr. O.U.A.M. They attended the funeral in a body. Funeral took place on Monday, services at the Hatboro M.E. church, interment at Hatboro cemetery. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 5, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.] McNair, Stephen Yerkes Stephen Yerkes McNair, a son of the Hon. John McNair, who lived in Abington, and who represented Montgomery county in congress before the war, died March 19, aged 62 years. He was secretary of the Cleveland, Akron and Columbus Railroad company. His brother is Admiral McNair, of the United States navy. The father of the deceased was a native of Southampton township, Bucks county. The family removed to Virginia before the war, and deceased became private secretary to President Jefferson Davis, of the Confederacy, holding that position when the end came. He was a cousin of C.C. McNair, of Hatboro, and G.K. Finney. [Source: Ambler Gazette, March 31, 1898, p. 7. Submitted by Nancy.] McVaugh, Edmund Edmund McVaugh, tollgate keeper of Butler drive, died on Saturday and was buried Tuesday at Orvilla church, near Lansdale. The deceased married Amanda McVaugh, of Philadelphia. He was a member of Kensington lodge, No. 211, F. and A.M.; Kensington R.A. chapter; Captain Philip Schuyler post, No. 51, R.A.G. [Source: Ambler Gazette, December 22, 1904, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]
Assurance that will tell,
That death to old is not confined,
But to the young as well.
No certain tie or place Death's got,
To take us for his prey,
But takes us when we're thinking not,
By night as well as day. --W.D.T