25 October 1916, Wed., The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 1
Paralytic Stroke Results Fatally
Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill Passes away at home.
The announcement Sunday afternoon that Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill had suffered a stroke of paralysis came as a shock to his many friends at Bishop Hill as well as at Galva.
Mr. Arnquist had apparently been enjoying his usual good health and during the past few weeks was busy about the chores of his home, as well as making frequent visits to his boys at his old place of business, so that his friends had had no warning of any symptoms of illness.
Saturday evening he attended an entertainment at the hall and during the forenoon of Sunday seemed as well as he had been for years. Soon after dinner he and his wife each laid down to take an afternoon nap, he taking his newspaper and lying down on a couch in the dining room, Mrs. Arnquist going into the bedroom. One of his sons called at the home about 1:30 and in talking with his father as he lay there looking over the paper, the old gentleman said he was feeling fine. This son went away shortly, and about 2:30 the other son called at the home and upon walking into the dining-room, he saw his father lying there apparently asleep, and he started to quietly withdraw, but noticing that on of his father's feet was not resting on the couch, but rather hanging in an uncomfortable position, and also noticing that the old gentleman was making an attempt to raise it onto the couch, but couldn't, he walked over and spoke to him, but no answer came in return. He took hold of the foot and raised it, again speaking to his father, but no answer. By this time, he saw that breathing was a trifle unnatural and the family physician was summoned, but from that time until 9:15 Tuesday evening, when he passed away, he never regained consciousness having had a stroke of paralysis. His lungs immediately became congested and before his death the physician reported that double pneumonia had set it.
Mr. Arnquist being spoken of by all that knew him as a fine old gentleman, who had practiced integrity and courtesy in a noticeable way during the 39 years he had been engaged in business in Bishop Hill.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the residence, and at 2 o'clock from the Methodist church in Bishop Hill.
Mr. Arnquist was a pioneer citizen and business man and we hope to be able to publish a sketch of his long and useful life in our next issues.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
1 Nov 1916, Wednesday The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 10
Obituary by P.J. Stoneberg
Andrew Arnquist was born in Lyras, Soderala parish, Helsingland, Sweden, 29 April 1847 and died at his home in Bishop Hill, IL .Oct 24, 1916 at the age of 69 years, 5months and 25days.
In common with his brothers and sisters he early became obliged to earn his livelihood and worked with his father at the carpenter's trade and also at farm labor in his home country. In 1870 he emigrated to America, being the only member of his family to come to this country. After arriving at the ort of New York he went directly to Bishop Hill, which has been his home ever since.
After working as a farm hand for three years he became a clerk in the general merchandise store of Lindbeck & Jacobson. In the autumn of 1877, he started a store on his own account by purchasing a lot, erecting a building there on and laying in a small stock of merchandise. In those days the freight trains on the Rock Island and Peoria railroad went only as far as Galva from either direction and it is related that Mr. Arnquist walked to Gala in the morning to catch the freight for Peoria, where he purchased his stock of goods for his new venture, returning on the midnight freight to Galva, when he again walked to Bishop Hill.
He made a success of his business and in a few years bought the general merchandise store conducted by Andrew Barlow and which was located just across the street from his own. This store he consolidated with his own and some years later purchased the location and stock of a co-operative store known as the Farmers Mercantile company. This store was located near the others and was also used by Mr. Arnquist in his business, chiefly for his stock of furniture when he had added to his line of goods. In the early eighties he entered into the undertaking business also and carried on the same until his death.
He was one of the five men who started the Bank of Bishop Hill and was connected with it at the time of his passing away.
In 1873 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna E. Berg, who survives him, together with two sons, Bennett J. and Andy L., also two daughters, Mrs. Henry G. Olson and Mrs. Lester Ericson. One daughter, Emma died in 1898. He also leaves eight grandchildren. Of his two brothers and four sisters are living, who reside in Sweden. The deceased was a member of Weller lodge, Ancient Order of United Workmen. He belonged also to Svea legion, No. 6, Select Knights of America, and to the Home Forum at the time of the existence of those organizations. He was a member of the village board at different times, either as president or trustee. He had also held the office of township school trustee.
Of a quiet disposition, he found the most satisfaction in the routine of his work or in his home duties. Genial in temperament, he made many friends. Patient with his customers, he did not press the payment of their accounts but gave them whatever time they needed. Kind in heart, he contributed to charitable purposes and to the support of local church work. Industrious and possessed of a good business mind, he made a success of his chosen vocation. His life is an illustration of the rewards of industry, honesty and application.
The funeral of the deceased was held Friday afternoon. The village school was closed out of respect to his memory. After a short service at his late home, the main service was held at the M.E. church where a large concourse of people has assembled to pay their last respects. Rev. A.G. Peterson officiated, delivering a discourse in Swedish, followed by Dr. A. F. Benson, who spoke in English. Three selections were sung by a male quartette, consisting of Dr. A.F. Benson, P.L. Johnson, A.F. Nordstrom and P.J. Stoneberg. Oscar Johnson, of Galva, sang a solo. The pall bearers were the following business men of the village: A.E. Anderson, Jacob Jacobson, P.L. Johnson, Reynold Johnson, F.R. Peterson and E.L. Swanson. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The interment was in the family lot in the Bishop Hill Cemetery.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
Paralytic Stroke Results Fatally
Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill Passes away at home.
The announcement Sunday afternoon that Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill had suffered a stroke of paralysis came as a shock to his many friends at Bishop Hill as well as at Galva.
Mr. Arnquist had apparently been enjoying his usual good health and during the past few weeks was busy about the chores of his home, as well as making frequent visits to his boys at his old place of business, so that his friends had had no warning of any symptoms of illness.
Saturday evening he attended an entertainment at the hall and during the forenoon of Sunday seemed as well as he had been for years. Soon after dinner he and his wife each laid down to take an afternoon nap, he taking his newspaper and lying down on a couch in the dining room, Mrs. Arnquist going into the bedroom. One of his sons called at the home about 1:30 and in talking with his father as he lay there looking over the paper, the old gentleman said he was feeling fine. This son went away shortly, and about 2:30 the other son called at the home and upon walking into the dining-room, he saw his father lying there apparently asleep, and he started to quietly withdraw, but noticing that on of his father's feet was not resting on the couch, but rather hanging in an uncomfortable position, and also noticing that the old gentleman was making an attempt to raise it onto the couch, but couldn't, he walked over and spoke to him, but no answer came in return. He took hold of the foot and raised it, again speaking to his father, but no answer. By this time, he saw that breathing was a trifle unnatural and the family physician was summoned, but from that time until 9:15 Tuesday evening, when he passed away, he never regained consciousness having had a stroke of paralysis. His lungs immediately became congested and before his death the physician reported that double pneumonia had set it.
Mr. Arnquist being spoken of by all that knew him as a fine old gentleman, who had practiced integrity and courtesy in a noticeable way during the 39 years he had been engaged in business in Bishop Hill.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the residence, and at 2 o'clock from the Methodist church in Bishop Hill.
Mr. Arnquist was a pioneer citizen and business man and we hope to be able to publish a sketch of his long and useful life in our next issues.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
1 Nov 1916, Wednesday The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 10
Obituary by P.J. Stoneberg
Andrew Arnquist was born in Lyras, Soderala parish, Helsingland, Sweden, 29 April 1847 and died at his home in Bishop Hill, IL .Oct 24, 1916 at the age of 69 years, 5months and 25days.
In common with his brothers and sisters he early became obliged to earn his livelihood and worked with his father at the carpenter's trade and also at farm labor in his home country. In 1870 he emigrated to America, being the only member of his family to come to this country. After arriving at the ort of New York he went directly to Bishop Hill, which has been his home ever since.
After working as a farm hand for three years he became a clerk in the general merchandise store of Lindbeck & Jacobson. In the autumn of 1877, he started a store on his own account by purchasing a lot, erecting a building there on and laying in a small stock of merchandise. In those days the freight trains on the Rock Island and Peoria railroad went only as far as Galva from either direction and it is related that Mr. Arnquist walked to Gala in the morning to catch the freight for Peoria, where he purchased his stock of goods for his new venture, returning on the midnight freight to Galva, when he again walked to Bishop Hill.
He made a success of his business and in a few years bought the general merchandise store conducted by Andrew Barlow and which was located just across the street from his own. This store he consolidated with his own and some years later purchased the location and stock of a co-operative store known as the Farmers Mercantile company. This store was located near the others and was also used by Mr. Arnquist in his business, chiefly for his stock of furniture when he had added to his line of goods. In the early eighties he entered into the undertaking business also and carried on the same until his death.
He was one of the five men who started the Bank of Bishop Hill and was connected with it at the time of his passing away.
In 1873 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna E. Berg, who survives him, together with two sons, Bennett J. and Andy L., also two daughters, Mrs. Henry G. Olson and Mrs. Lester Ericson. One daughter, Emma died in 1898. He also leaves eight grandchildren. Of his two brothers and four sisters are living, who reside in Sweden. The deceased was a member of Weller lodge, Ancient Order of United Workmen. He belonged also to Svea legion, No. 6, Select Knights of America, and to the Home Forum at the time of the existence of those organizations. He was a member of the village board at different times, either as president or trustee. He had also held the office of township school trustee.
Of a quiet disposition, he found the most satisfaction in the routine of his work or in his home duties. Genial in temperament, he made many friends. Patient with his customers, he did not press the payment of their accounts but gave them whatever time they needed. Kind in heart, he contributed to charitable purposes and to the support of local church work. Industrious and possessed of a good business mind, he made a success of his chosen vocation. His life is an illustration of the rewards of industry, honesty and application.
The funeral of the deceased was held Friday afternoon. The village school was closed out of respect to his memory. After a short service at his late home, the main service was held at the M.E. church where a large concourse of people has assembled to pay their last respects. Rev. A.G. Peterson officiated, delivering a discourse in Swedish, followed by Dr. A. F. Benson, who spoke in English. Three selections were sung by a male quartette, consisting of Dr. A.F. Benson, P.L. Johnson, A.F. Nordstrom and P.J. Stoneberg. Oscar Johnson, of Galva, sang a solo. The pall bearers were the following business men of the village: A.E. Anderson, Jacob Jacobson, P.L. Johnson, Reynold Johnson, F.R. Peterson and E.L. Swanson. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The interment was in the family lot in the Bishop Hill Cemetery.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
25 October 1916, Wed., The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 1
Paralytic Stroke Results Fatally
Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill Passes away at home.
The announcement Sunday afternoon that Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill had suffered a stroke of paralysis came as a shock to his many friends at Bishop Hill as well as at Galva.
Mr. Arnquist had apparently been enjoying his usual good health and during the past few weeks was busy about the chores of his home, as well as making frequent visits to his boys at his old place of business, so that his friends had had no warning of any symptoms of illness.
Saturday evening he attended an entertainment at the hall and during the forenoon of Sunday seemed as well as he had been for years. Soon after dinner he and his wife each laid down to take an afternoon nap, he taking his newspaper and lying down on a couch in the dining room, Mrs. Arnquist going into the bedroom. One of his sons called at the home about 1:30 and in talking with his father as he lay there looking over the paper, the old gentleman said he was feeling fine. This son went away shortly, and about 2:30 the other son called at the home and upon walking into the dining-room, he saw his father lying there apparently asleep, and he started to quietly withdraw, but noticing that on of his father's feet was not resting on the couch, but rather hanging in an uncomfortable position, and also noticing that the old gentleman was making an attempt to raise it onto the couch, but couldn't, he walked over and spoke to him, but no answer came in return. He took hold of the foot and raised it, again speaking to his father, but no answer. By this time, he saw that breathing was a trifle unnatural and the family physician was summoned, but from that time until 9:15 Tuesday evening, when he passed away, he never regained consciousness having had a stroke of paralysis. His lungs immediately became congested and before his death the physician reported that double pneumonia had set it.
Mr. Arnquist being spoken of by all that knew him as a fine old gentleman, who had practiced integrity and courtesy in a noticeable way during the 39 years he had been engaged in business in Bishop Hill.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the residence, and at 2 o'clock from the Methodist church in Bishop Hill.
Mr. Arnquist was a pioneer citizen and business man and we hope to be able to publish a sketch of his long and useful life in our next issues.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
1 Nov 1916, Wednesday The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 10
Obituary by P.J. Stoneberg
Andrew Arnquist was born in Lyras, Soderala parish, Helsingland, Sweden, 29 April 1847 and died at his home in Bishop Hill, IL .Oct 24, 1916 at the age of 69 years, 5months and 25days.
In common with his brothers and sisters he early became obliged to earn his livelihood and worked with his father at the carpenter's trade and also at farm labor in his home country. In 1870 he emigrated to America, being the only member of his family to come to this country. After arriving at the ort of New York he went directly to Bishop Hill, which has been his home ever since.
After working as a farm hand for three years he became a clerk in the general merchandise store of Lindbeck & Jacobson. In the autumn of 1877, he started a store on his own account by purchasing a lot, erecting a building there on and laying in a small stock of merchandise. In those days the freight trains on the Rock Island and Peoria railroad went only as far as Galva from either direction and it is related that Mr. Arnquist walked to Gala in the morning to catch the freight for Peoria, where he purchased his stock of goods for his new venture, returning on the midnight freight to Galva, when he again walked to Bishop Hill.
He made a success of his business and in a few years bought the general merchandise store conducted by Andrew Barlow and which was located just across the street from his own. This store he consolidated with his own and some years later purchased the location and stock of a co-operative store known as the Farmers Mercantile company. This store was located near the others and was also used by Mr. Arnquist in his business, chiefly for his stock of furniture when he had added to his line of goods. In the early eighties he entered into the undertaking business also and carried on the same until his death.
He was one of the five men who started the Bank of Bishop Hill and was connected with it at the time of his passing away.
In 1873 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna E. Berg, who survives him, together with two sons, Bennett J. and Andy L., also two daughters, Mrs. Henry G. Olson and Mrs. Lester Ericson. One daughter, Emma died in 1898. He also leaves eight grandchildren. Of his two brothers and four sisters are living, who reside in Sweden. The deceased was a member of Weller lodge, Ancient Order of United Workmen. He belonged also to Svea legion, No. 6, Select Knights of America, and to the Home Forum at the time of the existence of those organizations. He was a member of the village board at different times, either as president or trustee. He had also held the office of township school trustee.
Of a quiet disposition, he found the most satisfaction in the routine of his work or in his home duties. Genial in temperament, he made many friends. Patient with his customers, he did not press the payment of their accounts but gave them whatever time they needed. Kind in heart, he contributed to charitable purposes and to the support of local church work. Industrious and possessed of a good business mind, he made a success of his chosen vocation. His life is an illustration of the rewards of industry, honesty and application.
The funeral of the deceased was held Friday afternoon. The village school was closed out of respect to his memory. After a short service at his late home, the main service was held at the M.E. church where a large concourse of people has assembled to pay their last respects. Rev. A.G. Peterson officiated, delivering a discourse in Swedish, followed by Dr. A. F. Benson, who spoke in English. Three selections were sung by a male quartette, consisting of Dr. A.F. Benson, P.L. Johnson, A.F. Nordstrom and P.J. Stoneberg. Oscar Johnson, of Galva, sang a solo. The pall bearers were the following business men of the village: A.E. Anderson, Jacob Jacobson, P.L. Johnson, Reynold Johnson, F.R. Peterson and E.L. Swanson. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The interment was in the family lot in the Bishop Hill Cemetery.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
Paralytic Stroke Results Fatally
Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill Passes away at home.
The announcement Sunday afternoon that Andrew Arnquist of Bishop Hill had suffered a stroke of paralysis came as a shock to his many friends at Bishop Hill as well as at Galva.
Mr. Arnquist had apparently been enjoying his usual good health and during the past few weeks was busy about the chores of his home, as well as making frequent visits to his boys at his old place of business, so that his friends had had no warning of any symptoms of illness.
Saturday evening he attended an entertainment at the hall and during the forenoon of Sunday seemed as well as he had been for years. Soon after dinner he and his wife each laid down to take an afternoon nap, he taking his newspaper and lying down on a couch in the dining room, Mrs. Arnquist going into the bedroom. One of his sons called at the home about 1:30 and in talking with his father as he lay there looking over the paper, the old gentleman said he was feeling fine. This son went away shortly, and about 2:30 the other son called at the home and upon walking into the dining-room, he saw his father lying there apparently asleep, and he started to quietly withdraw, but noticing that on of his father's feet was not resting on the couch, but rather hanging in an uncomfortable position, and also noticing that the old gentleman was making an attempt to raise it onto the couch, but couldn't, he walked over and spoke to him, but no answer came in return. He took hold of the foot and raised it, again speaking to his father, but no answer. By this time, he saw that breathing was a trifle unnatural and the family physician was summoned, but from that time until 9:15 Tuesday evening, when he passed away, he never regained consciousness having had a stroke of paralysis. His lungs immediately became congested and before his death the physician reported that double pneumonia had set it.
Mr. Arnquist being spoken of by all that knew him as a fine old gentleman, who had practiced integrity and courtesy in a noticeable way during the 39 years he had been engaged in business in Bishop Hill.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the residence, and at 2 o'clock from the Methodist church in Bishop Hill.
Mr. Arnquist was a pioneer citizen and business man and we hope to be able to publish a sketch of his long and useful life in our next issues.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
1 Nov 1916, Wednesday The Galva News, Galva, IL. page 10
Obituary by P.J. Stoneberg
Andrew Arnquist was born in Lyras, Soderala parish, Helsingland, Sweden, 29 April 1847 and died at his home in Bishop Hill, IL .Oct 24, 1916 at the age of 69 years, 5months and 25days.
In common with his brothers and sisters he early became obliged to earn his livelihood and worked with his father at the carpenter's trade and also at farm labor in his home country. In 1870 he emigrated to America, being the only member of his family to come to this country. After arriving at the ort of New York he went directly to Bishop Hill, which has been his home ever since.
After working as a farm hand for three years he became a clerk in the general merchandise store of Lindbeck & Jacobson. In the autumn of 1877, he started a store on his own account by purchasing a lot, erecting a building there on and laying in a small stock of merchandise. In those days the freight trains on the Rock Island and Peoria railroad went only as far as Galva from either direction and it is related that Mr. Arnquist walked to Gala in the morning to catch the freight for Peoria, where he purchased his stock of goods for his new venture, returning on the midnight freight to Galva, when he again walked to Bishop Hill.
He made a success of his business and in a few years bought the general merchandise store conducted by Andrew Barlow and which was located just across the street from his own. This store he consolidated with his own and some years later purchased the location and stock of a co-operative store known as the Farmers Mercantile company. This store was located near the others and was also used by Mr. Arnquist in his business, chiefly for his stock of furniture when he had added to his line of goods. In the early eighties he entered into the undertaking business also and carried on the same until his death.
He was one of the five men who started the Bank of Bishop Hill and was connected with it at the time of his passing away.
In 1873 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna E. Berg, who survives him, together with two sons, Bennett J. and Andy L., also two daughters, Mrs. Henry G. Olson and Mrs. Lester Ericson. One daughter, Emma died in 1898. He also leaves eight grandchildren. Of his two brothers and four sisters are living, who reside in Sweden. The deceased was a member of Weller lodge, Ancient Order of United Workmen. He belonged also to Svea legion, No. 6, Select Knights of America, and to the Home Forum at the time of the existence of those organizations. He was a member of the village board at different times, either as president or trustee. He had also held the office of township school trustee.
Of a quiet disposition, he found the most satisfaction in the routine of his work or in his home duties. Genial in temperament, he made many friends. Patient with his customers, he did not press the payment of their accounts but gave them whatever time they needed. Kind in heart, he contributed to charitable purposes and to the support of local church work. Industrious and possessed of a good business mind, he made a success of his chosen vocation. His life is an illustration of the rewards of industry, honesty and application.
The funeral of the deceased was held Friday afternoon. The village school was closed out of respect to his memory. After a short service at his late home, the main service was held at the M.E. church where a large concourse of people has assembled to pay their last respects. Rev. A.G. Peterson officiated, delivering a discourse in Swedish, followed by Dr. A. F. Benson, who spoke in English. Three selections were sung by a male quartette, consisting of Dr. A.F. Benson, P.L. Johnson, A.F. Nordstrom and P.J. Stoneberg. Oscar Johnson, of Galva, sang a solo. The pall bearers were the following business men of the village: A.E. Anderson, Jacob Jacobson, P.L. Johnson, Reynold Johnson, F.R. Peterson and E.L. Swanson. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. The interment was in the family lot in the Bishop Hill Cemetery.
Contributor: Bob & Mairby (46502422)
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