Willard Weber

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-107107

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00127-7784.4

Notes:

"Orton Weber, 60, of RR2 West Montrose Tp., died suddenly at the KW Hospital yesterday. He suffered a stroke a week ago. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Josiah Weber, he was born March 9, 1892.

Surviving besides his wife, the former Amanda Eby, are three sisters, Mrs. Atlanta Martin, Elmira; Mrs. Maurice Kinzie, Breslau; Mrs. Ella Detweiler, Floradale; one brother, Nelson, Elmira. One brother, Ian, predeceased him....."

KW Record obit. of Fri., Sept. 19, 1952

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Weber, -- Orton, son of the late Josiah and Marion (Lichty) Weber, was born March 9, 1892; passed away at the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital, Sept. 18, 1952; aged 60 y. 6 m. 9 d. On March 21, 1934, he was united in marriage to Amanda Eby. He united with the Mennonite Church early in life, having his membership first in the Sharon congregation, Guernsey, Sask., and since 1928, with the congregation at Elmira, Ont., of which he was a faithful member. Surviving are his wife, 3 foster children (Margaret, George, and Stuart), 3 sisters (Mrs. Altana Martin, Elmira, Ont.; Pearl-Mrs. Maurice Kinzie, Breslau, Ont.; and Mrs. Ella Detweiller, Floradale, Ont.), and one brother (Nelson, Elmira, Ont.). One brother preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Sept. 22, at the home by O. D. Snider and at the Elmira Mennonite Church by O. D. Snider and Howard S. Bauman. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume XLV , Number 42 - October 14, 1952 page 1021, 1022

Orton married Amanda Eby 21 Mar 1934. Amanda (daughter of Reuben Eby and Mary Ann Brubacher) was born 8 Nov 1897, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Oct 1985, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Amanda Weber
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-107106

Notes:

Amanda W., daughter of Reuben and Mary Ann (Brubacher) Eby, was born in Waterloo Co., Ont., Nov. 8, 1897; died of heart failure at Cambridge, Ont., Oct. 10, 1985; aged 87 y. On Mar. 21, 1934, she was married to Orton Eby, who died in 1952. She was a member of Elmira Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on Oct. 12, in charge of Ray Brubacher, Mary Schiedel, and Jim Reusser; interment in Elmira Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald- Volume 78, Number 48 - November 26, 1985, pages 838, 842

Weber -- Correction printed in January 7, 1986 issue: There were some errors in the obituary of Amanda Eby in the Nov. 26 issue. Her name should have been listed as Amanda Weber, not Amanda Eby. She was married to Orton Weber, not Orton Eby.

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00127-7784
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farme
• Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Josiah Weber," was born October 13th, 1864. On March 26th, 1889, he was married to Mary Ann, daughter of Benjamin Lichty. They reside on west end of lot No. 102, German Company's Tract, Woolwich Township, being half of his father's lot. They have two sons named VII Nelson and VII Orton."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Weber. --- Josiah Weber, was born Oct. 13, 1864; died after an illness of a few months; aged 75 y. 6 m. 11 d. On Feb. 26, 1889, he was married to Mary Ann Lichty, who predeceased him in 1921. To this union were born 6 children who survive, namely, Nelson, Orton, Ion, Altana (Mrs. Norman R. Martin), all of Elmira, Pearl (Mrs. Maurice Kinsie) of Breslau, and Ella (Mrs. Reuben Dettwiler) of Floradale. Two brothers (Israel and Sidney of Elmira) also survive. The Lord has been very gracious and longsuffering in lengthening out his days to a time during his last illness, in which he confessed Christ as his personal Saviour, desired baptism, and was received into the Church. And so we mourn not as those who have no hope. Bro. O. D. Snyder conducted the service. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

"Father, dear, your wish is granted;
Sorrow, pain and grief are o'er;
By the grace of God we'll meet you
Over on the peaceful shore."

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXXIII, No 10 - June 6, 1940 --- page 206, 207

Josiah married Mary Ann Lichty 26 Mar 1889. Mary (daughter of Rev. Benjamin Lichty and Esther Wenger) was born 20 Aug 1868, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Dec 1921; was buried , Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Ann Weber
• Eby ID Number: 00072-4234.3
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Eby ID Number: 00031-2400
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Reuben Eby, "was born February 13th, 1860. He is married to Mary Ann Brubacher. They reside near Elmira and have a family of four children"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Reuben — Mary Ann Brubacher. Mary (daughter of Jacob M. Brubacher and Magdalena W. Eby) was born 24 Aug 1860, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Nov 1932; was buried , St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, St. Jacobs, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Mary Ann Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1446.4

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• Elected Office: Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Woolwich Township counillor - Deputy Reeve
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7780
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Gravestone Image
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Retired: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Income
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Aaron Weber," was born September 20th, 1833. On October 20th 1855, he was married to Mary Weber who was born October 20th, 1834. She is a daughter of Peter and Elizabeth (Wenger) Weber. In January, 1856 they moved on part lot No. 102, German Company's Tract, Woolwich Township, north-west of Elmira. Here they resided ever since. He has been one of the councillors for the township of Woolwich for a number of years, and has been first deputy reeve since January, 1891. They have a family of six children"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Another Woolwich Pioneer Gone

Again, as has been the case so often during this year, we are called upon to chronicle the death of one who has gone well past the allotted three score and ten. We refer to Aaron Weber, who passed away early on Tuesday morning.

Deceased was born at Strassburg, Waterloo County, on the 10th of September, 1833, On October .20th, 1855, he was married to Mary Weaver, who died about nine years ago. They settled on the farm where the subject of this sketch died, and there they spent the remainder of their lives. The union was blessed with one daughter and five sons. The daughter, Matilda, was married to Reuben Snider, Conestogo and died about four years ago. The sons are: Ephraim. near Elmira; Reuben, near Glenallan; Josiah, near Patton; Sidney, on the old homestead, and Israel, on a farm near the same, Seventeen grandchildren survive the deceased.

Mr. Weber in his younger days took a considerable interest in municipal and educational affairs. He was for a number of years a member of the Woolwich Township Council, Occupying the office of Deputy Reeve for several years, and that of reeve one year. He was also a member of the Elmira Public school board for some time. In both his private and public life he strove to do his duty and enjoyed in a high degree the respect of his fellow citizens. As a neighbor be was always willing to do others a good turn. Be enjoyed good health until some what over a year ago when he was troubled with sciatica. Added to this, he fell and broke his hip nearly a year ago.Since then he has been in bed, often suffering severe pain and gradually becoming weaker until the end came.

The funeral is being held thi: (Thursday) afternoon. A large nuntber of friends and neighbors are paying a the ,last tribute to f departed friend.

Aaron married Mary Weber 20 Oct 1855, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Peter Weber and Elizabeth Wenger) was born 20 Oct 1834, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Oct 1907; was buried , Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Mary Weaver
• Name: Mary Weber
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7749
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Gravestone Image
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant

Notes:

Mary Weber, the second daughter of Peter and Elizabeth Weber, was born October 20th, 1834. On October 20th, 1855 she was married to Aaron Weber."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00072-4234
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; RC
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1866, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Benjamin Lichty, "was born December 18th, 1844. He is married to Hettie Wenger and resides near St. Jacobs where he is engaged in farming."

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Another Woolwich farmer passed away at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Josiah Weber, Peel Township, on Monday. We refer to Benjamin Lichty, who was born in 1844, a son of the late George Lichty, in the Jerusalem section. Deceased was married to Esther Wenger, who died nine years ago. He lived on a farm near where he was born until a little over a year ago, when he went to live with his daughter in peel. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Lichty, one of whom Daniel, died. The living are: - Henry in Elmira; Mary Ann, (Mrs. Josiah Weber; Sarah, (Mrs. John Steiner), Drake, Sask.; George, Canfield, Ont.; Susannah (Mrs. Ephrain Snyder), Red Deer, Alta.; Benjamin, Drake, Sask.; Irvine, near Berlin. The funeral will be held next Sunday afternoon, at one o'clock, from the house in which he died to the Mennonite Cemetery at the Conestogo.

Elmira Signet Mar 6 1913 pg 3

Benjamin married Esther Wenger 17 Apr 1866, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Esther (daughter of Jonas Z. Wenger and Maria Martin) was born 5 Dec 1845, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Dec 1903, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Martin Meeting House Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Esther Lichty
• Name: Henrietta Winger
• Name: Hettie Wenger
• Name: Hetty Martin
• Eby ID Number: 00128-7999
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1866, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Esther Wenger, "is married to Benjamin Lichty, a farmer. They reside near Elmira, Ontario. To them were born seven children."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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• Interesting: pioneer, story
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2396
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonist
• Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1906, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer

Notes:

Elias B. Eby, "was born September 19th, 1829. On December 11th, 1853, he was married to Rachel Shantz who was born July 19th, 1833. They reside a mile or so to the west of Elmira where he followed farming for many years but now lives retired. To them were born twelve children"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Another Pioneer Gone

The old pioneers of Woolwich are disappearing from the scene of action. Another one passed away, on Thursday is the person of Elias B. Eby of Floradale neighborhood.

The Eby family are of Celtic origin; After the founding of the Mennonite body they united with the, and as early as 1683, we find one Jacob Eby ordained bishop in Zurich, Switzerland. The ancestor of the Ebys of the country was Theodorus Eby who came to Pennsylvania in 1715. His grandson, David Eby, came to Canada in 1807, and later settled north of Waterloo where the subject of this sketch was born on the 19^th September, 1829. On December 11^th 1853 he was married to Rachel Shantz. They settled on the farm a mile south-west of Floradale when it was all bush but 10 acres. Their first house was 14 ft. by 16 ft. in size with one window containing 4 panes of 8 by 10 inches. The roof was made of hollowed out basswood logs. But through the beginning brought hardships, Mr. and Mrs. Eby were undaunted, and with industry and economy became possessed of one of the finest farms in the Township. And to the original farm they added several others so that their children when they grew up, had a fairly good start in life. Deceased lived on the old farm until his death, with the exception of a few years that he lived in Floradale, where his wife died about six years ago.

To Mr. and Mrs. Eby were born 12 children, one of whom died before his parents. The living are: Absolom, of Elmira; Susannah (Mrs. Reuben Snider) now living on the old Eby homestead; Jesse, living in the Northwest; Reuben, near Winfield; Amos, near Floradale; Noah, of Winnipeg; Hannah (Mrs. Enoch Burkhart) Jacob, of Didsbury, Alberta, Rebecca (Mrs. Noah Good); of Floradale; Elias of New Haven, Conn., Rachel (Mrs. Emerson Morrison), of Didsbury, Alta.; Besides these there are 54 grandchildren, so that there is not much danger of the Eby family dying out yet.

One sister of deceased, namely Mrs. Samuel Snider, also survives him. Deceased was of a retiring disposition and a good neighbor, always ready to lend a helping hand where such was needed. The funeral will be held this (Saturday) forenoon, and will without doubt be largely attended.


Elmira Signet 8 Mar 1906

Elias married Rachel Shantz 11 Dec 1853. Rachel (daughter of Jacob Shantz and Susannah Schneider) was born 19 Jul 1833, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Jun 1900; was buried , North Woolwich Mennonite Meeting House Cemetery, Floradale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Rachel Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00110-6926
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Rachel Shantz, "was born July 19th, 1833. On December 11th, 1853, she was married to Elias Eby. They reside near Elmira."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Last Friday the remains of the late Rachel Eby, nee Shantz, were interred in the Mennonite graveyard; the attendance was large. Deceased and her husband had lived for some years with their son Absolom in the village. She suffered much from rheumatism but bore all sufferings and trials patiently till released by death. Rev. Gingrich preached the funeral sermon and spoke words of consolation to the bereaved family.

Elmira Advertizer 30 Jun 1900

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/17819927
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1446
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonist
• Residence: 1856, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Jacob M. Brubacher, "the second son of John W. Brubacher, was born December 21, 1831. He was married to Magdalena W. Eby who was born July 22nd, 1831. They resided on a farm being composed of part of lot No. 49, German Company's Tract, Woolwich Township, about three miles north-west of St. Jacobs where he died September 10th, 1889. They had a family of four children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Jacob married Magdalena W. Eby 27 Sep 1856, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Magdalena (daughter of John W. Eby and Veronica Weber) was born 22 Jul 1831, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Oct 1926, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, St. Jacobs, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/17820059
• Name: Magdalena W. Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2679
• Residence: 1856, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Magdalena W. Eby, "was born July 22nd, 1831. She was married to Jacob M. Brubacher, a farmer, and resided near St. Jacobs, Ontario. She has a family of four children, namely: Martin, William, Amanda, and Mary Ann. "

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Brubacher.-Magdalena Eby Brubacher was born July 22, 1831, near Kitchener, Ont. Oct. 15, 1926, she peacefully passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Reuben Eby, St. Jacobs, Ont.; aged 95 y. 2 m. 23 d. She had been able to be up and around till nearly 17 months ago when she took her bed and since she was never able to be up. Sept. 28, 1856, she was married to Jacob M. Brubacher who preceded her in death Dec. 10, 1889. This union was blessed with 3 sons and 2 daughters, of whom 1 son preceded her in infancy and Martin 19 months ago. Those left to mourn her departure are: Mrs. Christian Schiefle, and Mrs. Reuben Eby, St. Jacobs, Ont.; William H., of Rodney, Ont.; also one step-sister, Mrs. Phillip Cress, Phillips, Wis.; 23 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Oct. 17, at the Old Order Mennonite Church, Conestoga, and at the Riverside cemetery for burial. Funeral services were conducted by Urias Martin ant the house and by Israel Weber and Ezra Martin at the Church. Texts, I Pet. 3: 4; I Thess. 4: 13.
The room is quiet, all is still,
The bed is vacant, 'tis God's will;
So long you've waited for your rest,
Our blessed Lord knows what is best." -Grandaughter.

GOSPEL HERALD - Vol. XIX, No. 32 - November 4, 1926 - pp 686-686