Sunday, February 13, 2011

Sunday’s Obituary – Martin S Belknap

This is an obituary for my 3rd great grandfather Martin S Belknap, he is the spouse of Betsey Ann Belknap (nee Bristol).  

          M. S Belknap Dead                           
A Former Resident of the Town of
   Algoma Dies in Minnesota.

  Word was received in this city Sat-
urday announcing the death at  Big-
low, Minn., M.S. Belknap for-
merly of the town of Algoma.  The
deceased was about eighty-six years
old and was a highly respected resi-
dent of the town of Algoma for many
years.   The family moved to Minne-
sota about eighteen years ago.  Mr
Belknap was the father of Mrs. J.
W. McWilliams of this city.  The re-
mains will be brought here for burial.

“M.S. Belknap,” obituary, Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, 13 Feb 1893, p 4

                  Short Notes                                 
                        
   The remains of Martin S. Belknap
arrived in the city last evening and
were taken to the home of Mrs. J.
McWilliams on Oregon Street where
the funeral was held this mooring at
ten o’clock.  The remains were
interred at Elmwood cemetery.

“Martin S. Belknap,” short notes, Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, 15 Feb 1893, p 4

 Find A Grave Memorial# 113903560

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