It is the writer's sad duty to chronicle the demise of Augustina Nordwig, widow of Wm. Nordwig, Sr.  who departed this life March 5th, at the residence of her son, William Jr. Thus, one by one the old pioneers, who paved the way for this generation, are leaving us. Deceased was 66 years of age and is survived by four sons, Herman, Otto, Gustav and William, Jr., and one daughter, Mrs. Emma Hohn. The regard in which deceased was held was attested by the large funeral cortege that followed the remains to their last resting place. Services were held from the Methodist church of Seneca, Pastor Weining officiating.

It is the writer's sad duty to chronicle the demise of Mrs. Johanna Maas, wife of August Maas, Sr., who died July 31st aged 71 years. Deceased has been a great sufferer for some time past, until death relieved her, and was noted for her many Christian qualities. The funeral services were held from the Ev. Lutheran church of Seneca on Sunday and the remains were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of relatives and friends.

Mrs. William Brodhagen, (nee Henrietta Grunewald) of Belle Plaine, who underwent an operation at Oshkosh a short time ago, died two days later. The remains were brought home for burial, the funeral taking place last Tuesday. Mrs. Brodhagen was 72 years of age and leaves three sons and two daughters.