B.F. ELLIOTT; OLDEST MASON IN COUNTY, LAST L'MOURE CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DIES Last La Moure Civil War Veteran Stricken Raised as Master Mason On March 19, 1866- about 4 years in War Was Pioneer Abstracter of La Mourne County- Honored at Rites Tuesday
Benjamin F. Elliott, aged nearly 87, oldest Mason in LaMoure county both in years of membership and span of life, and last Civil war veteran of La Moure city, and perhaps the last or last of two or three such veterans in the county, and pioneer abstracter of this community, passed away at midnight last Thursday, June 19.
Death resulted from pulmonary edema and paralysis of respiration, with arterio-sclerosis a contributory cause.
He had been in ill health for the last several years, and had been tenderly cared for at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure.
Mr. Elliott was born in Indiana on Nov 27, 1843.
ENTERED ARMY AS DRUMMER
Too young to enlist as a soldier, Mr. Elliott served about a year as a drummer in the Civil war. He then enlisted and served for three years, as a member of Co. E. 29th Indiana Infantry, Western Army. He was honorably discharged Sept 26, 1864.
He saw active service in many engagements, besides the hardships of the march and sleeping on wet, cold ground. Mr. Elliott participated in the bloody battle of Chickamauga, where thousands of men were killed in a few hours. His company, which prior to the battle had been reduced to 35 officers and men, was reduced to 14 at the end of the second day of the terrible conflict. But he escaped unscathed.
MADE MASON, MARCH 19, 1866
Mr. Elliott was raised as a Master Mason on March 19, 1866 at Rossville, Indiana., making him at the time of his passing, the oldest Mason in LaMoure county both as to age and years of membership in that order.
Interestingly, another Civic war veteran, the late C.W. Salie, who for many years lived in LaMoure county, was raised as a Master Mason on Mar 24, 1866, only five days later than Mr. Elliott.
To LaMoure County in 1894
Mr. Elliott came to LaMoure county and North Dakota in 1894, when he formed the LaMoure County Land and Title company of which he was president, with Atty. W.J. Hughes as secretary. He was thus a pioneer in this business in the county, and known for his accuracy and as an authority on lands and titles. The standard set by virtue of a name alone as standing for service is reflected in the fact that the name "Elliott" is still incorporated in the present LaMoure reality and insurance firm, The Elliott-Holbert company.
Mr. Elliott conducted the abstracting business for many years until decline in health checked active business operations. Since he was confined to his home, of late years, if had been the custom of the LaMoure Legion post to pay its respects each Memorial day, in presenting the flag and arms to the venerable veteran. To the last he raised his hand in salute, his last feeble gesture to the colors being made on Memorial day, May 30, 1930.
Besides his membership in the Masonic lodge for 64 years, Mr. Elliott belonged to the Odd Fellow and A.O. U.W. lodges. He was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church.
Prior to coming to North Dakota, Mr. Elliott served several terms as county treasurer of Wolworth county, South Dakota, living for a time in Dakota Territory.
His mother, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Lincoln, a cousin of President Abraham Lincoln.
Leaving home before he was 14 years old, Mr. Elliott showed determination in winning his way, working on a farm for his board and clothes for about two years. He next was employed on a farm at $8 a month from which he had to buy his own clothes. Then he entered the army, and after practically four years service, he "cut into the big school of life" as he expressed it.
MASONIC RITES TUESDAY
Following a prayer at the home, funeral rites under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, A. F. & A.M. of LaMoure, were conducted at the LaMoure Presbyterian church at 2 P.M. Tuesday of this week.
The Masonic male quartet, composed of Dr. G.B. Ribble, Rev. L.R. Burgum, B.W. Loppnow, and John Muir, with Mrs. O.L. Juberg as accompanist, sang, "Lead, Kindly Light," "Rock of Ages," and "Crossing the Bar."
Rev. Burgum delivered an inspiring sermon in which he eulogized the service as a builder rendered by Mr. Elliott, as a soldier in the great conflict for principle, as a veteran mason and as a pioneer and exemplary citizen. Referring to the building of King Solomon's temple, he spoke of the bearers of burdens who throughout all life are the real builders of empire and promoters of progress. The speaker stressed the need for present day emulation of the example of men, who like Mr. Elliott have stood for determined overcoming of obstacles as pioneers, who exemplified the fine tenets of Masonry and fought on the battlefield for their ideals of right and justice.
The impressive Masonic ritual service then was given in charge of officers of the local Masonic lodge.
Local Post-War Bodies Pay Tribute
While in conformity with the wishes of relatives a planned firing squad and taps were dispensed with, members of the Frank L Townsend post, American Legion and Auxiliary assembled in a column of squads, a military formation at some distance from the church and marched to the church in that formation as a mark of respect. The column was headed by color bearers, G. W. Snell and Carl Carlson, and color guard, A.P. Ellian and
Will Good. The colors and arms were carried into the church and stacked in token of a silent guard for the departed Comrade of the Civil War. The column was reformed at the cemetery and stood at attention with the colors in present position during the Masonic service as a further mark of honor and tribute.
The column was in command of Guy Montgomery, sergeant in the World war.
At the cemetery the Masonic burial ritual service with prayer was used, in which brother Master Masons cast their twigs of evergreen upon the coffin.
The pallbearers were F.P. Bennett, J.W. Kniefel, C.F. Brandes, T. S. Hunt, H.L. Jungd and Dr. H.L. Cole.
Local business houses were closed during the funeral hour as a mark of respect.
Beautiful and fragrant blossoms were banked at the front of the church in silent tribute to the departed veteran and Mason. Besides the flowers contributed by relatives and friends there were beautiful set pieces and designs from organized groups, including the LaMoure Masonic Lodge, O.E.S., Frank L. Townsend American Legion post and Auxiliary. I.O.O.F., P.E.O., and M.E. Ladies Aid.
Surviving are one son, B. T. Elliott of Taft, Calif., who attended the funeral,; one daughter, Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure, and one brother, Elias Elliott, 83, of Royal Center, Indiana.
Attending the funeral from a distance, besides the son, were two nephews, Elmer Anderson, who was accompanied by his wife, and Lloyd Anderson of Frederick, S.D.
EXPRESSION OF THANKS
To the many friends who, during the illness and passing of our dear father, by their kindly deeds, expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral gifts did so much to lighten the sadness of the hour, we visit to express our most sincere appreciation.
Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam
Ben T. Elliott
Benjamin F. Elliott, aged nearly 87, oldest Mason in LaMoure county both in years of membership and span of life, and last Civil war veteran of La Moure city, and perhaps the last or last of two or three such veterans in the county, and pioneer abstracter of this community, passed away at midnight last Thursday, June 19.
Death resulted from pulmonary edema and paralysis of respiration, with arterio-sclerosis a contributory cause.
He had been in ill health for the last several years, and had been tenderly cared for at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure.
Mr. Elliott was born in Indiana on Nov 27, 1843.
ENTERED ARMY AS DRUMMER
Too young to enlist as a soldier, Mr. Elliott served about a year as a drummer in the Civil war. He then enlisted and served for three years, as a member of Co. E. 29th Indiana Infantry, Western Army. He was honorably discharged Sept 26, 1864.
He saw active service in many engagements, besides the hardships of the march and sleeping on wet, cold ground. Mr. Elliott participated in the bloody battle of Chickamauga, where thousands of men were killed in a few hours. His company, which prior to the battle had been reduced to 35 officers and men, was reduced to 14 at the end of the second day of the terrible conflict. But he escaped unscathed.
MADE MASON, MARCH 19, 1866
Mr. Elliott was raised as a Master Mason on March 19, 1866 at Rossville, Indiana., making him at the time of his passing, the oldest Mason in LaMoure county both as to age and years of membership in that order.
Interestingly, another Civic war veteran, the late C.W. Salie, who for many years lived in LaMoure county, was raised as a Master Mason on Mar 24, 1866, only five days later than Mr. Elliott.
To LaMoure County in 1894
Mr. Elliott came to LaMoure county and North Dakota in 1894, when he formed the LaMoure County Land and Title company of which he was president, with Atty. W.J. Hughes as secretary. He was thus a pioneer in this business in the county, and known for his accuracy and as an authority on lands and titles. The standard set by virtue of a name alone as standing for service is reflected in the fact that the name "Elliott" is still incorporated in the present LaMoure reality and insurance firm, The Elliott-Holbert company.
Mr. Elliott conducted the abstracting business for many years until decline in health checked active business operations. Since he was confined to his home, of late years, if had been the custom of the LaMoure Legion post to pay its respects each Memorial day, in presenting the flag and arms to the venerable veteran. To the last he raised his hand in salute, his last feeble gesture to the colors being made on Memorial day, May 30, 1930.
Besides his membership in the Masonic lodge for 64 years, Mr. Elliott belonged to the Odd Fellow and A.O. U.W. lodges. He was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church.
Prior to coming to North Dakota, Mr. Elliott served several terms as county treasurer of Wolworth county, South Dakota, living for a time in Dakota Territory.
His mother, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Lincoln, a cousin of President Abraham Lincoln.
Leaving home before he was 14 years old, Mr. Elliott showed determination in winning his way, working on a farm for his board and clothes for about two years. He next was employed on a farm at $8 a month from which he had to buy his own clothes. Then he entered the army, and after practically four years service, he "cut into the big school of life" as he expressed it.
MASONIC RITES TUESDAY
Following a prayer at the home, funeral rites under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, A. F. & A.M. of LaMoure, were conducted at the LaMoure Presbyterian church at 2 P.M. Tuesday of this week.
The Masonic male quartet, composed of Dr. G.B. Ribble, Rev. L.R. Burgum, B.W. Loppnow, and John Muir, with Mrs. O.L. Juberg as accompanist, sang, "Lead, Kindly Light," "Rock of Ages," and "Crossing the Bar."
Rev. Burgum delivered an inspiring sermon in which he eulogized the service as a builder rendered by Mr. Elliott, as a soldier in the great conflict for principle, as a veteran mason and as a pioneer and exemplary citizen. Referring to the building of King Solomon's temple, he spoke of the bearers of burdens who throughout all life are the real builders of empire and promoters of progress. The speaker stressed the need for present day emulation of the example of men, who like Mr. Elliott have stood for determined overcoming of obstacles as pioneers, who exemplified the fine tenets of Masonry and fought on the battlefield for their ideals of right and justice.
The impressive Masonic ritual service then was given in charge of officers of the local Masonic lodge.
Local Post-War Bodies Pay Tribute
While in conformity with the wishes of relatives a planned firing squad and taps were dispensed with, members of the Frank L Townsend post, American Legion and Auxiliary assembled in a column of squads, a military formation at some distance from the church and marched to the church in that formation as a mark of respect. The column was headed by color bearers, G. W. Snell and Carl Carlson, and color guard, A.P. Ellian and
Will Good. The colors and arms were carried into the church and stacked in token of a silent guard for the departed Comrade of the Civil War. The column was reformed at the cemetery and stood at attention with the colors in present position during the Masonic service as a further mark of honor and tribute.
The column was in command of Guy Montgomery, sergeant in the World war.
At the cemetery the Masonic burial ritual service with prayer was used, in which brother Master Masons cast their twigs of evergreen upon the coffin.
The pallbearers were F.P. Bennett, J.W. Kniefel, C.F. Brandes, T. S. Hunt, H.L. Jungd and Dr. H.L. Cole.
Local business houses were closed during the funeral hour as a mark of respect.
Beautiful and fragrant blossoms were banked at the front of the church in silent tribute to the departed veteran and Mason. Besides the flowers contributed by relatives and friends there were beautiful set pieces and designs from organized groups, including the LaMoure Masonic Lodge, O.E.S., Frank L. Townsend American Legion post and Auxiliary. I.O.O.F., P.E.O., and M.E. Ladies Aid.
Surviving are one son, B. T. Elliott of Taft, Calif., who attended the funeral,; one daughter, Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure, and one brother, Elias Elliott, 83, of Royal Center, Indiana.
Attending the funeral from a distance, besides the son, were two nephews, Elmer Anderson, who was accompanied by his wife, and Lloyd Anderson of Frederick, S.D.
EXPRESSION OF THANKS
To the many friends who, during the illness and passing of our dear father, by their kindly deeds, expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral gifts did so much to lighten the sadness of the hour, we visit to express our most sincere appreciation.
Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam
Ben T. Elliott
B.F. ELLIOTT; OLDEST MASON IN COUNTY, LAST L'MOURE CIVIL WAR VETERAN, DIES Last La Moure Civil War Veteran Stricken Raised as Master Mason On March 19, 1866- about 4 years in War Was Pioneer Abstracter of La Mourne County- Honored at Rites Tuesday
Benjamin F. Elliott, aged nearly 87, oldest Mason in LaMoure county both in years of membership and span of life, and last Civil war veteran of La Moure city, and perhaps the last or last of two or three such veterans in the county, and pioneer abstracter of this community, passed away at midnight last Thursday, June 19.
Death resulted from pulmonary edema and paralysis of respiration, with arterio-sclerosis a contributory cause.
He had been in ill health for the last several years, and had been tenderly cared for at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure.
Mr. Elliott was born in Indiana on Nov 27, 1843.
ENTERED ARMY AS DRUMMER
Too young to enlist as a soldier, Mr. Elliott served about a year as a drummer in the Civil war. He then enlisted and served for three years, as a member of Co. E. 29th Indiana Infantry, Western Army. He was honorably discharged Sept 26, 1864.
He saw active service in many engagements, besides the hardships of the march and sleeping on wet, cold ground. Mr. Elliott participated in the bloody battle of Chickamauga, where thousands of men were killed in a few hours. His company, which prior to the battle had been reduced to 35 officers and men, was reduced to 14 at the end of the second day of the terrible conflict. But he escaped unscathed.
MADE MASON, MARCH 19, 1866
Mr. Elliott was raised as a Master Mason on March 19, 1866 at Rossville, Indiana., making him at the time of his passing, the oldest Mason in LaMoure county both as to age and years of membership in that order.
Interestingly, another Civic war veteran, the late C.W. Salie, who for many years lived in LaMoure county, was raised as a Master Mason on Mar 24, 1866, only five days later than Mr. Elliott.
To LaMoure County in 1894
Mr. Elliott came to LaMoure county and North Dakota in 1894, when he formed the LaMoure County Land and Title company of which he was president, with Atty. W.J. Hughes as secretary. He was thus a pioneer in this business in the county, and known for his accuracy and as an authority on lands and titles. The standard set by virtue of a name alone as standing for service is reflected in the fact that the name "Elliott" is still incorporated in the present LaMoure reality and insurance firm, The Elliott-Holbert company.
Mr. Elliott conducted the abstracting business for many years until decline in health checked active business operations. Since he was confined to his home, of late years, if had been the custom of the LaMoure Legion post to pay its respects each Memorial day, in presenting the flag and arms to the venerable veteran. To the last he raised his hand in salute, his last feeble gesture to the colors being made on Memorial day, May 30, 1930.
Besides his membership in the Masonic lodge for 64 years, Mr. Elliott belonged to the Odd Fellow and A.O. U.W. lodges. He was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church.
Prior to coming to North Dakota, Mr. Elliott served several terms as county treasurer of Wolworth county, South Dakota, living for a time in Dakota Territory.
His mother, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Lincoln, a cousin of President Abraham Lincoln.
Leaving home before he was 14 years old, Mr. Elliott showed determination in winning his way, working on a farm for his board and clothes for about two years. He next was employed on a farm at $8 a month from which he had to buy his own clothes. Then he entered the army, and after practically four years service, he "cut into the big school of life" as he expressed it.
MASONIC RITES TUESDAY
Following a prayer at the home, funeral rites under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, A. F. & A.M. of LaMoure, were conducted at the LaMoure Presbyterian church at 2 P.M. Tuesday of this week.
The Masonic male quartet, composed of Dr. G.B. Ribble, Rev. L.R. Burgum, B.W. Loppnow, and John Muir, with Mrs. O.L. Juberg as accompanist, sang, "Lead, Kindly Light," "Rock of Ages," and "Crossing the Bar."
Rev. Burgum delivered an inspiring sermon in which he eulogized the service as a builder rendered by Mr. Elliott, as a soldier in the great conflict for principle, as a veteran mason and as a pioneer and exemplary citizen. Referring to the building of King Solomon's temple, he spoke of the bearers of burdens who throughout all life are the real builders of empire and promoters of progress. The speaker stressed the need for present day emulation of the example of men, who like Mr. Elliott have stood for determined overcoming of obstacles as pioneers, who exemplified the fine tenets of Masonry and fought on the battlefield for their ideals of right and justice.
The impressive Masonic ritual service then was given in charge of officers of the local Masonic lodge.
Local Post-War Bodies Pay Tribute
While in conformity with the wishes of relatives a planned firing squad and taps were dispensed with, members of the Frank L Townsend post, American Legion and Auxiliary assembled in a column of squads, a military formation at some distance from the church and marched to the church in that formation as a mark of respect. The column was headed by color bearers, G. W. Snell and Carl Carlson, and color guard, A.P. Ellian and
Will Good. The colors and arms were carried into the church and stacked in token of a silent guard for the departed Comrade of the Civil War. The column was reformed at the cemetery and stood at attention with the colors in present position during the Masonic service as a further mark of honor and tribute.
The column was in command of Guy Montgomery, sergeant in the World war.
At the cemetery the Masonic burial ritual service with prayer was used, in which brother Master Masons cast their twigs of evergreen upon the coffin.
The pallbearers were F.P. Bennett, J.W. Kniefel, C.F. Brandes, T. S. Hunt, H.L. Jungd and Dr. H.L. Cole.
Local business houses were closed during the funeral hour as a mark of respect.
Beautiful and fragrant blossoms were banked at the front of the church in silent tribute to the departed veteran and Mason. Besides the flowers contributed by relatives and friends there were beautiful set pieces and designs from organized groups, including the LaMoure Masonic Lodge, O.E.S., Frank L. Townsend American Legion post and Auxiliary. I.O.O.F., P.E.O., and M.E. Ladies Aid.
Surviving are one son, B. T. Elliott of Taft, Calif., who attended the funeral,; one daughter, Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure, and one brother, Elias Elliott, 83, of Royal Center, Indiana.
Attending the funeral from a distance, besides the son, were two nephews, Elmer Anderson, who was accompanied by his wife, and Lloyd Anderson of Frederick, S.D.
EXPRESSION OF THANKS
To the many friends who, during the illness and passing of our dear father, by their kindly deeds, expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral gifts did so much to lighten the sadness of the hour, we visit to express our most sincere appreciation.
Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam
Ben T. Elliott
Benjamin F. Elliott, aged nearly 87, oldest Mason in LaMoure county both in years of membership and span of life, and last Civil war veteran of La Moure city, and perhaps the last or last of two or three such veterans in the county, and pioneer abstracter of this community, passed away at midnight last Thursday, June 19.
Death resulted from pulmonary edema and paralysis of respiration, with arterio-sclerosis a contributory cause.
He had been in ill health for the last several years, and had been tenderly cared for at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure.
Mr. Elliott was born in Indiana on Nov 27, 1843.
ENTERED ARMY AS DRUMMER
Too young to enlist as a soldier, Mr. Elliott served about a year as a drummer in the Civil war. He then enlisted and served for three years, as a member of Co. E. 29th Indiana Infantry, Western Army. He was honorably discharged Sept 26, 1864.
He saw active service in many engagements, besides the hardships of the march and sleeping on wet, cold ground. Mr. Elliott participated in the bloody battle of Chickamauga, where thousands of men were killed in a few hours. His company, which prior to the battle had been reduced to 35 officers and men, was reduced to 14 at the end of the second day of the terrible conflict. But he escaped unscathed.
MADE MASON, MARCH 19, 1866
Mr. Elliott was raised as a Master Mason on March 19, 1866 at Rossville, Indiana., making him at the time of his passing, the oldest Mason in LaMoure county both as to age and years of membership in that order.
Interestingly, another Civic war veteran, the late C.W. Salie, who for many years lived in LaMoure county, was raised as a Master Mason on Mar 24, 1866, only five days later than Mr. Elliott.
To LaMoure County in 1894
Mr. Elliott came to LaMoure county and North Dakota in 1894, when he formed the LaMoure County Land and Title company of which he was president, with Atty. W.J. Hughes as secretary. He was thus a pioneer in this business in the county, and known for his accuracy and as an authority on lands and titles. The standard set by virtue of a name alone as standing for service is reflected in the fact that the name "Elliott" is still incorporated in the present LaMoure reality and insurance firm, The Elliott-Holbert company.
Mr. Elliott conducted the abstracting business for many years until decline in health checked active business operations. Since he was confined to his home, of late years, if had been the custom of the LaMoure Legion post to pay its respects each Memorial day, in presenting the flag and arms to the venerable veteran. To the last he raised his hand in salute, his last feeble gesture to the colors being made on Memorial day, May 30, 1930.
Besides his membership in the Masonic lodge for 64 years, Mr. Elliott belonged to the Odd Fellow and A.O. U.W. lodges. He was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church.
Prior to coming to North Dakota, Mr. Elliott served several terms as county treasurer of Wolworth county, South Dakota, living for a time in Dakota Territory.
His mother, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Lincoln, a cousin of President Abraham Lincoln.
Leaving home before he was 14 years old, Mr. Elliott showed determination in winning his way, working on a farm for his board and clothes for about two years. He next was employed on a farm at $8 a month from which he had to buy his own clothes. Then he entered the army, and after practically four years service, he "cut into the big school of life" as he expressed it.
MASONIC RITES TUESDAY
Following a prayer at the home, funeral rites under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, A. F. & A.M. of LaMoure, were conducted at the LaMoure Presbyterian church at 2 P.M. Tuesday of this week.
The Masonic male quartet, composed of Dr. G.B. Ribble, Rev. L.R. Burgum, B.W. Loppnow, and John Muir, with Mrs. O.L. Juberg as accompanist, sang, "Lead, Kindly Light," "Rock of Ages," and "Crossing the Bar."
Rev. Burgum delivered an inspiring sermon in which he eulogized the service as a builder rendered by Mr. Elliott, as a soldier in the great conflict for principle, as a veteran mason and as a pioneer and exemplary citizen. Referring to the building of King Solomon's temple, he spoke of the bearers of burdens who throughout all life are the real builders of empire and promoters of progress. The speaker stressed the need for present day emulation of the example of men, who like Mr. Elliott have stood for determined overcoming of obstacles as pioneers, who exemplified the fine tenets of Masonry and fought on the battlefield for their ideals of right and justice.
The impressive Masonic ritual service then was given in charge of officers of the local Masonic lodge.
Local Post-War Bodies Pay Tribute
While in conformity with the wishes of relatives a planned firing squad and taps were dispensed with, members of the Frank L Townsend post, American Legion and Auxiliary assembled in a column of squads, a military formation at some distance from the church and marched to the church in that formation as a mark of respect. The column was headed by color bearers, G. W. Snell and Carl Carlson, and color guard, A.P. Ellian and
Will Good. The colors and arms were carried into the church and stacked in token of a silent guard for the departed Comrade of the Civil War. The column was reformed at the cemetery and stood at attention with the colors in present position during the Masonic service as a further mark of honor and tribute.
The column was in command of Guy Montgomery, sergeant in the World war.
At the cemetery the Masonic burial ritual service with prayer was used, in which brother Master Masons cast their twigs of evergreen upon the coffin.
The pallbearers were F.P. Bennett, J.W. Kniefel, C.F. Brandes, T. S. Hunt, H.L. Jungd and Dr. H.L. Cole.
Local business houses were closed during the funeral hour as a mark of respect.
Beautiful and fragrant blossoms were banked at the front of the church in silent tribute to the departed veteran and Mason. Besides the flowers contributed by relatives and friends there were beautiful set pieces and designs from organized groups, including the LaMoure Masonic Lodge, O.E.S., Frank L. Townsend American Legion post and Auxiliary. I.O.O.F., P.E.O., and M.E. Ladies Aid.
Surviving are one son, B. T. Elliott of Taft, Calif., who attended the funeral,; one daughter, Mrs. H.E. Cottam of LaMoure, and one brother, Elias Elliott, 83, of Royal Center, Indiana.
Attending the funeral from a distance, besides the son, were two nephews, Elmer Anderson, who was accompanied by his wife, and Lloyd Anderson of Frederick, S.D.
EXPRESSION OF THANKS
To the many friends who, during the illness and passing of our dear father, by their kindly deeds, expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral gifts did so much to lighten the sadness of the hour, we visit to express our most sincere appreciation.
Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Cottam
Ben T. Elliott
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