The Republican journal. [volume] (Belfast, Me.) 1829-current, 1916-05-04
Recent Deaths.

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Recent Deaths.
Hon. John H. Ssnborn was born in
Stockton January 2, 1853, and died at his
home at South Dover April Is, 1916. He
came to Dover with his parents when
nine years of age and had since lived on
the farm where he died. AS a boy he
was earnest and active, attending the
public schools of Dover, thus fitting him
self for a useful life. He was united in
marriage to Miss Emma Stocker of At
kinson December 81. 1876. Mr. Sanborn's
home life was very pleasant, for he was
a kind husband and indulgent father,
always working for the best interests of
his family. He was recognized as one of
the most prominent and successful farm
ers of Dover His interest in the moral
uplift of the community was commend
able. He was regular attendant OF the
church at South Dover and contributed
generously toward its support. He was
an honored member of South Dover
grange, always identifying himself with.
and laboring hard to keep up an interest
in its numerous activities. For seven
years he was the grange deputy. In
1909 he was elected Representative to
the Maine Legislature and in 1911 was
elected Senator. While engaged in this
public service he was faithful and con
scientious, always working for what he
believed to be for the best interests of
his constituents. We can we'll say, he
made good record. He leaves to mourn
their loss, his wife and four children,
Edgar, Susan, Melbourn and Mildred;
also three sisters, Mrs. Rose Whitehouse,
Mrs. Marilla Shute and Mrs. Kate Staples
all of Stock ton, and one brother, Ashley,
of Indianapolis. Ind. -Piscataquis OBJ
server.
The funeral services of William C. Mos
her were held April 18th at the home of
his father, James E. Mosher, in Weeks
Mills, Rev J. R. Hall officiating, and
were attended by a large number of
friends and relatives who wished to pay
the last tribute of respect to one who
had spent his boyhood days among them.
Mr.. Mosher at the time of his death was
living in Brewer, where he was employ
ed by the Bangor Lumber Co. He was
young man of excellent habits,
genial, pleasing manner, and was re-
spected by all. The flowers were beau
tiful, evidence of the esteem in which
he was held. A pillow sent by his fellow
workmen was especially beautiful; also
one from the fire department.. Mr.. Mos
her was born at Weeks Mills and was 80
years of age. He is survived by his wife,
a father, three sisters and three brothers:
Mrs. Carrie M. Wentworth Of Red Creek,
Montana, Mrs. Burton Gliddings and Mrs.
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of Citypoint, Belfast, Freeman c. Mosher
Weeks Mills. The interment was at the
Mills.
The funeral of the late Rev. Frank H.
Jones was held at the Friends church in
South China April 10Th and was conducted
by the Rev. G. W. Lowell of Clinton
Mr.. Jones was a native of Portland and
was for many years engaged in evangeli-
cal work with Mr.. Allen. They travelled
together for several years under the
auspices of Charles M. Bailey of Winthrop.
Their meetings were largely attended
and were productive of great good. About
80 years ago he was united in marriage
with Miss Nellie Clark, daughter of the
late Samuel and Mahala Clark, and set
tied on the Clark place in South China,
but he continued his ministerial labors
until failing health obliged him to lay
aside his work, much to the regret of his
many friends. His age was 81 years, He
is survived by his wife; by one daughter,
Annabel Jones, and one son, Norman,
both of whom reside at home. He rests
from his labors and his works do follow
him. Much sympathy is felt for the
bereaved family.
Alonzo ]. @. Knowlton died April oath
at his home in Camden, after a long anu
painful illness. Mr.. Knowlton was
member of the we'll known manufacture
ing firm of Knowton: Bros, and on ac-
count of his ability, high character and
genial ways, stood very high in our COM
munity and had host of friends. Be-
sides being successful mechanic and
business man he was great home lover
and devoted to his family. His home
place was one of the most attractive and
well cared for in the town. He leaves
wife, one daughter, Marian, and three
brothers, with whom. he was associated in
business. He will be greatly missed in
business circles in town. He was a men,
Der of the Business Mems Association,
Amity Lodge of Masons and keystone
Chapter. Funeral services were held
Thursday, -Camden Herald.
Daniel Lane, native and lifelong resi-
dent of the town of Arson, died April oath
at the home of his daughter in North
Arson after an illness of few days, aged
SO years. Mr.. Lane was the son Of David
Lane, one of the early settlers of the
town of Arson, living on Lane Hill, which
was named after him, and was a we'll
known farmer. He was veteran of the
war of the Rebellion. serving as MEM
Der of Co., G. of the 10th Maine Regi-
ment, and was present at Lees surren-
der. He is survived by two daughters,
Mrs. Tanner of Portland, and Mrs. o. w.