Marta Mae Cannady
July 5, 1937- Oct. 16, 1943
Marta Cannady, 6, Dies; Rites Set for Monday
Marta Mae Cannady, 6, daughter of Mrs. Allene Cannady, 1101 Ferry street, and Harold Cannady, Detroit, died at her home here this morning at 7:40 after an illness of two weeks.
Beside her parents, she is survived by two sisters, Nancy, Washington, D.C., and Delores; two brothers, Eugene and Clayton, all at home.
The body will be taken from the Pifer funeral home to the home, Sunday morning, where friends may call until noon Monday. Private services will be conducted at 2 Monday afternoon in the Pifer funeral home by the Rev. Floyd Johnston. Burial will be in Silverbrook cemetery.
Niles Daily Star, Saturday, October 16, 1943, page 2, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library
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Leatha Allene Cannady
March 20, 1933-January 5, 1934
Set Cannady Infant Funeral for Monday
Funeral services for Leatha Allene Cannady, 9 month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Cannady, will be held Monday afternoon from the Troost and Turner funeral home. Elder G. B. Rowe, Mishawaka, Ind., will officiate, and burial will be in Silverbrook cemetery.
The child died Friday afternoon in Pawating hospital after a brief illness. Besides the parents, she is survived by a sister, Nancy, and two brothers, Eugene and Clayton.
Niles Daily Star, Saturday, January 6, 1934, page 2, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library.
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Allene Cannady
Oct. 9, 1901-July 16, 1945
Niles Daily Star, Monday, July 16, 1945, page 2, col. 7, microfilm Niles District Library
Mrs. Cannady, 44, Dies Today at Pawating Hospital
Mrs. Allene Cannady, 44, 1001 Ferry street, died at 5:30 a.m. today in Pawating hospital. She had been ill since Tuesday.
Mrs. Cannady was born in Niles, Oct. 9, 1901, and has lived here all her life. She is the daughter of Schuyler Finley, 815 Sycamore street.
Surviving in addition to her father, is her stepmother, four children, Nancy, New York, N.Y.; Eugene, Niles; Delores, Niles, Clayton, Niles; and a brother and sister, Mrs. Percy Gay, Niles; Harold Finley, Niles, and a half-brother, Oscar Curtis, Kankakee, Ill.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Niles Daily Star, Tuesday, July 17, 1945, page 2, col. 6, microfilm Niles District Library
Funeral Wednesday for Mrs. Allene Cannady, 44
Funeral rites will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel of the Pifer funeral home for Mrs. Allene Cannady, 44, 1001 Ferry Ferry[sic] street, who died Monday in Pawating hospital. Burial will be in Silverbrook cemetery with the Rev. Alexander, Second Baptist church officiating.
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Claude Newton Alward
August 20, 1873-January 25, 1874
Niles Republican, Thursday, February 5, 1874, page 3, col. 6; same in Niles Democrat, Saturday, February 7, 1874, page 3, col.4, microfilm Niles District Library
ALWARD--On Sabbath morning, Jan. 24, after a brief illness, Claude Newton, infant son of Cyrus M. and Mary S. Alward, aged 5 months and 5 days.
August 20, 1873-January 25, 1874
Niles Republican, Thursday, February 5, 1874, page 3, col. 6; same in Niles Democrat, Saturday, February 7, 1874, page 3, col.4, microfilm Niles District Library
DIED
ALWARD--On Sabbath morning, Jan. 24, after a brief illness, Claude Newton, infant son of Cyrus M. and Mary S. Alward, aged 5 months and 5 days.
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Franklin Muzzy
Dec. 23, 1815-March 14, 1879
Niles Democrat, Saturday, March 15, 1879, page 3, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library
Franklin Muzzy, Esq., one of our oldest and most prominent lawyers had a stroke of paralysis on Thursday afternoon last, and from the effects of which he died today (Friday) noon. We will publish a more extended notice next week.
Our citizens were shocked, on Thursday last, at the sudden news that Franklin Muzzy was stricken down with apoplexy, or palsy, and was conveyed to his house, on Bond Street. Soon after reaching there he became insensible. Drs. Bonine and Simpson were called and at once pronounced his case hopeless. He remained in an unconscious state until 12 o'clock on the 14th, when he expired, just 18 hours after the attack.
Mr. Muzzy was a native of Maine, a son of Joseph and Sally Muzzy, of Searsmont, Waldo County, born Dec. 22, 1815, and was 63 years of age. He prepared for college in Readfield, Maine, a Methodist institution, and completed his education in Middleton College, Ct., in 1842. He then studied law with Judge Johnson, of Belfast. While Hanibal Hamlin was in Congress, in 1843 and '44, he was in his office. He came to Niles in July, 1846. He was a descendant from revolution stock, is ancestors taking part in the first battles, one of whom fell at Lexington.
In Berrien county he soon became prominent actor in all the busy scenes of life, and it was not long before he stood at the head of the bar. In intellectual endowments he had no superior in the State. When aroused he was an unconquerable as a lion. Few were the men at the bar that did not fear to come in contact with him. Judges have counselled with him and the bar, everywhere, have looked up to him for advice. As Senator in the State Legislature, his was the leading mind. Four times he was elected Mayor of the City of Niles, and his master mind carried every one with him on the Board. At a time when it was believed the South Bend railroad track was to be laid through the city (without settling with the people) on Sunday, he ordered all the ties drawn off and effected a quick settlement. There was a power in him that made everything bend to his will. His enemies would curse him with one breath and court his favor with the next.
As an old Whig, we feared him; he was powerful in argument and convincing. He was the greatest reasoner and the most earnest and determined man in whatever he undertook.
The poor of this city will now find they have lost a noble hearted friend. Baskets of provisions found at their doors, they not knowing he donor, will not be found there now. His generous heart, his gigantic mind, is forever stilled. Let us emulated his good deeds and cherish his memory while we live.
Last Thursday night, Hon. F. Muzzy was stricken with paralysis. He was taken to his home, where he remained in an unconscious state until about noon the next day, when death ensued.
Mr. Muzzy was a native of Maine. He was born at Searsment, in that State, Dec. 23, 1815. He prepared himself for college in a school at Readfield, Maine, and finished his education in Middleton college in 1842. He afterwards studied law in the office of Senator Hannibal Hamlin. He came to Niles in July, 1846, where he had since remained.
Being a lawyer of fine abilities, he soon took a place high in the rank of the attorneys in this part of the State, which he held during his life. In 1858 he was elected Senator in the State Legislature.
He held the office of Mayor of this city for four terms. In all his official relations he was zealous in doing what he believed to be right, and the earnestness with which he managed any undertaking left no doubt of the sincerity of his convictions. He was a man of warm nature, generous impulses and of great liberality. Especially was he open to the calls of the needy for assistance, and he will be long remembered by many whom he had befriended in their time of need.
The funeral took place on Monday from the M.E. church, Rev. A.J. Eldred officiating. The attendance was very large, many being unable to gain admission to the church. The members of the City Council and the Police force attended in a body, and attorney of the city together with many members of the Bar from other places, marched in the procession. The pallbearers were ex-Mayors R.W. Landon, H.M. Dean, E.J. Bonine, S.G. Krick and Wm. Braves, and Mr. Luban Harter.
The death of Franklin Muzzy, Esq., which occurred in our city on Friday of last week, has cast a profound gloom of sadness over our entire city. Mr. Muzzy, like other men had his faults and short-comings, but the liberal and generous impulses of his nature were so prominent and manifest that in comparison to those noble qualities, his faults and errors of life sink into insignificance and appear as nothing. Never has death removed from our midst anyone who will be so universally missed as that of Mr. Muzzy, and as a proof of this we have to refer to the thousands of people who crowded the church and its surroundings to take a last sad look at his placid countenance and to drop a tear to the memory of their departed friend and counselor. The funeral discourse was delivered by his early and much esteemed friend, Rev. A.J. Eldred, of Three Rivers. His remarks were feeling and appropriate, and touched the sympathetic chord in many a breast. Mr. Muzzy was in the 63d year of his age. A sister, from Chicago, was the only relative present to mingle her tears with those of his friends at the funeral. His remains were placed in the vault to await the arrival of his brother from Maine.
Dec. 23, 1815-March 14, 1879
Niles Democrat, Saturday, March 15, 1879, page 3, col. 2, microfilm Niles District Library
Franklin Muzzy, Esq., one of our oldest and most prominent lawyers had a stroke of paralysis on Thursday afternoon last, and from the effects of which he died today (Friday) noon. We will publish a more extended notice next week.
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Niles Mirror, Wednesday, March 19, 1879, page 4, col 5, microfilm Niles District LibraryDEATH OF FRANKLIN MUZZY
Our citizens were shocked, on Thursday last, at the sudden news that Franklin Muzzy was stricken down with apoplexy, or palsy, and was conveyed to his house, on Bond Street. Soon after reaching there he became insensible. Drs. Bonine and Simpson were called and at once pronounced his case hopeless. He remained in an unconscious state until 12 o'clock on the 14th, when he expired, just 18 hours after the attack.
Mr. Muzzy was a native of Maine, a son of Joseph and Sally Muzzy, of Searsmont, Waldo County, born Dec. 22, 1815, and was 63 years of age. He prepared for college in Readfield, Maine, a Methodist institution, and completed his education in Middleton College, Ct., in 1842. He then studied law with Judge Johnson, of Belfast. While Hanibal Hamlin was in Congress, in 1843 and '44, he was in his office. He came to Niles in July, 1846. He was a descendant from revolution stock, is ancestors taking part in the first battles, one of whom fell at Lexington.
In Berrien county he soon became prominent actor in all the busy scenes of life, and it was not long before he stood at the head of the bar. In intellectual endowments he had no superior in the State. When aroused he was an unconquerable as a lion. Few were the men at the bar that did not fear to come in contact with him. Judges have counselled with him and the bar, everywhere, have looked up to him for advice. As Senator in the State Legislature, his was the leading mind. Four times he was elected Mayor of the City of Niles, and his master mind carried every one with him on the Board. At a time when it was believed the South Bend railroad track was to be laid through the city (without settling with the people) on Sunday, he ordered all the ties drawn off and effected a quick settlement. There was a power in him that made everything bend to his will. His enemies would curse him with one breath and court his favor with the next.
As an old Whig, we feared him; he was powerful in argument and convincing. He was the greatest reasoner and the most earnest and determined man in whatever he undertook.
The poor of this city will now find they have lost a noble hearted friend. Baskets of provisions found at their doors, they not knowing he donor, will not be found there now. His generous heart, his gigantic mind, is forever stilled. Let us emulated his good deeds and cherish his memory while we live.
THE FUNERAL
was held at the Methodist Church on Monday, at 2 o'clock p.m., the Rev. A.J. Eldred, his old friend, of Three Rivers, presiding, assisted by Revs. Mr. Bailey, of the Baptist Church, and Mr. Peck. During the services the business of the city was suspended. The Common Council and police officers of the city, headed by Mayor Platt, attended the funeral in a body. R.W. Landon, Wm. Graves, Dr. E.J. Bonine, H.M. Dean, ex-Mayors, and Mr. L. Harter, acted as pall-bearers. The church was densely packed with people, large numbers being unable to gain admission. To exemplify his generosity, the Rev. Mr. Eldred, in the course of his discourse referred to a circumstance that took place thirty years ago, when he had just started in the ministry. Having a wife and children on his hands and never having had the benefit of a Collegiate education, Mr. Muzzy offered to pay all his expenses through College and his family expenses at home if he would enter College and go through the course. His remains are at present deposited in the vault awaiting the arrival of his brother from Maine.* * *
Niles Republican, Thursday, March 20, 1879, page 3, col. 2, microfilm Niles District LibraryDeath of Hon. Franklin Muzzy
Last Thursday night, Hon. F. Muzzy was stricken with paralysis. He was taken to his home, where he remained in an unconscious state until about noon the next day, when death ensued.
Mr. Muzzy was a native of Maine. He was born at Searsment, in that State, Dec. 23, 1815. He prepared himself for college in a school at Readfield, Maine, and finished his education in Middleton college in 1842. He afterwards studied law in the office of Senator Hannibal Hamlin. He came to Niles in July, 1846, where he had since remained.
Being a lawyer of fine abilities, he soon took a place high in the rank of the attorneys in this part of the State, which he held during his life. In 1858 he was elected Senator in the State Legislature.
He held the office of Mayor of this city for four terms. In all his official relations he was zealous in doing what he believed to be right, and the earnestness with which he managed any undertaking left no doubt of the sincerity of his convictions. He was a man of warm nature, generous impulses and of great liberality. Especially was he open to the calls of the needy for assistance, and he will be long remembered by many whom he had befriended in their time of need.
The funeral took place on Monday from the M.E. church, Rev. A.J. Eldred officiating. The attendance was very large, many being unable to gain admission to the church. The members of the City Council and the Police force attended in a body, and attorney of the city together with many members of the Bar from other places, marched in the procession. The pallbearers were ex-Mayors R.W. Landon, H.M. Dean, E.J. Bonine, S.G. Krick and Wm. Braves, and Mr. Luban Harter.
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Niles Democrat, Saturday, March 22, 1879, page 3, col. 3, microfilm Niles District LibraryFranklin Muzzy
The death of Franklin Muzzy, Esq., which occurred in our city on Friday of last week, has cast a profound gloom of sadness over our entire city. Mr. Muzzy, like other men had his faults and short-comings, but the liberal and generous impulses of his nature were so prominent and manifest that in comparison to those noble qualities, his faults and errors of life sink into insignificance and appear as nothing. Never has death removed from our midst anyone who will be so universally missed as that of Mr. Muzzy, and as a proof of this we have to refer to the thousands of people who crowded the church and its surroundings to take a last sad look at his placid countenance and to drop a tear to the memory of their departed friend and counselor. The funeral discourse was delivered by his early and much esteemed friend, Rev. A.J. Eldred, of Three Rivers. His remarks were feeling and appropriate, and touched the sympathetic chord in many a breast. Mr. Muzzy was in the 63d year of his age. A sister, from Chicago, was the only relative present to mingle her tears with those of his friends at the funeral. His remains were placed in the vault to await the arrival of his brother from Maine.
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Mrs. A.G. (Mary Elinore Gore) Dailey
March 18, 1834-November 18, 1919
Niles Daily Star-Sun, Wednesday, November 19, 1919, page 1, col. 7, microfilm Niles District Library
Word has been received by relatives of the death of Mrs. A.G. Dailey, which occurred in Detroit on Nov. 18. The body will be brought to Niles on Thursday on the 11:09 train and will be taken directly to Silver Brook cemetery, where a prayer service will be held before committing the body to a grave beside that of her husband.
The body will be accompanied to Niles by three daughters of the deceased and their husbands.
Mr. and Mrs. Dailey at one time resided in Niles and will be remembered by old residents. Mr. Bailey was prominent in railway circles.
Niles Daily Star-Sun, Thursday, November 20, 1919, page 6, col. 5, microfilm Niles District Library
The body of Mrs.A.G. Dailey was brought to Niles today from Detroit and taken directly to Silver Brook cemetery for burial in the family lot.
March 18, 1834-November 18, 1919
Niles Daily Star-Sun, Wednesday, November 19, 1919, page 1, col. 7, microfilm Niles District Library
DEATH CLAIMS MRS. A.G. DAILEY
Word has been received by relatives of the death of Mrs. A.G. Dailey, which occurred in Detroit on Nov. 18. The body will be brought to Niles on Thursday on the 11:09 train and will be taken directly to Silver Brook cemetery, where a prayer service will be held before committing the body to a grave beside that of her husband.
The body will be accompanied to Niles by three daughters of the deceased and their husbands.
Mr. and Mrs. Dailey at one time resided in Niles and will be remembered by old residents. Mr. Bailey was prominent in railway circles.
Niles Daily Star-Sun, Thursday, November 20, 1919, page 6, col. 5, microfilm Niles District Library
The body of Mrs.A.G. Dailey was brought to Niles today from Detroit and taken directly to Silver Brook cemetery for burial in the family lot.
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Minnie Blanch Horner
Oct. 18, 1904-Nov. 15, 1982
Minnie Blanch Horner, 79, 251 Cass Street Apt. 312, Niles, died at 4:30 a.m. Monday at Carlyle Nursing Home, South Bend, Ind., after an lengthy illness.
She was born on October 18, 1904, in Michigan City, Ind., and lived in Niles most of her life. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. On June 7, 1922, she married Everett W. Horner, who died Oct. 29, 1974.
Survivors include: three sons, Charles of Dunnellon , Fl., Everett of Mattawan, N.J., and Michael W. of Dowagiac. She had one sister, Mrs. Jenny Daron of South Bend, Ind., 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at PiferSmith[sic] Funeral Home with Rev. Raymond Cunningham of the First Baptist Church of Niles, officiating. Burial will take place at the Silverbrook Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the Pifer-Smith Funeral Home.
Niles Daily Star, Wednesday, November 17, 1982, page 2, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library
Oct. 18, 1904-Nov. 15, 1982
Minnie Blanch Horner, 79, 251 Cass Street Apt. 312, Niles, died at 4:30 a.m. Monday at Carlyle Nursing Home, South Bend, Ind., after an lengthy illness.
She was born on October 18, 1904, in Michigan City, Ind., and lived in Niles most of her life. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. On June 7, 1922, she married Everett W. Horner, who died Oct. 29, 1974.
Survivors include: three sons, Charles of Dunnellon , Fl., Everett of Mattawan, N.J., and Michael W. of Dowagiac. She had one sister, Mrs. Jenny Daron of South Bend, Ind., 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at PiferSmith[sic] Funeral Home with Rev. Raymond Cunningham of the First Baptist Church of Niles, officiating. Burial will take place at the Silverbrook Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the Pifer-Smith Funeral Home.
Niles Daily Star, Wednesday, November 17, 1982, page 2, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library