Volume XXIV June 1930 Number 6

Holy Baptism

      Louis Preston son of C. H. Garrison and his wife Elsie, nee Gueltig, born November 23^rd, 1929, was baptized May 11^th. Sponsors were Miss Eleanor Garrison, Mr. Louis Schweickhardt.

      Ronald Clyde, son of Harry S. Miller and his wife Catherine, nee Treece, born February 7, 1930, was baptized May 11^th. Sponsors were Miss Daisy Duke and Mr. Clyde Treece.

Death’s Toll

      Milton O. Braeutigam was born in New Albany, Indiana, February 1^st, 1893, and after years of suffering he was called home on May 1^st. He is survived by his parents; two sisters, Misses Lenora and Marguerite Braeutigam; one brother, Henry Braeutigam; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held on May 3^rd and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      Mr. Braeutigam was a life-long member of our church, and as long as he was able was active and interested in its welfare. It is seldom that a young man is called upon to bear the suffering which was his, but he bore it with fortitude.

      Miss Mollie Schmidt, was called out [of] this life on May 16^th, having reached the age of about 82 years. She had been an invalid all her life, and death came to her as a welcome release from suffering. Funeral services were held on May 17^th and burial was in Fairview Cemetery. She, too, was a member of our church.

      Mr. Oscar Wetter was born November 25^th, 1856, and after a short illness was called out of this life on May 22^nd.

      He is survived by his wife; one son; one daughter; three sisters, Mrs. John Fenwick, Mrs. John Egle, Mrs. John Spatig; by other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held May 25^th and burial was in the Floyd Knobs Cemetery.

      Mrs. Augusta Plaschke, nee Schnabel, wife of Mr. Emil Plaschke, was born in Seidenberg, Germany, April 20^th, 1953, but had been a resident of America for forty years.

      She was called to rest after a prolonged illness on May 24^th, and is survived by her husband; by one daughter, Mrs. R. B. Fenton; by one son, Mr. Paul Plaschke; by three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held on May 26^th and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      We express our heart-felt sympathy to Mrs. John Kummer on the death of her son, August Kummer. After a protracted illness Mr. Kummer was called out of this life on May 20^th, at his home in Birmingham, Alabama, where the funeral services also were held.

      Mr. Kummer was well known to most of our members, as he was active in church work during his residence here, at one time having served as Superintendent of our Bible School.

In Memoriam

      Beautiful flowers were placed on the altar in our church as follows:

      On May 4^th in memory of Mr. John Baer, by Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Huncilman, and also by the Ladies’ Bible Class.

      On May 11^th in memory of Mrs. Wm. H. Biel, by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Walker.

      On May 25^th in memory of Mrs. Mary Schmitt, by her husband, Mr. John Schmitt.

A Memorial

      Mr. Charles Hammersmith, Mr. Louis Hammersmith, and Mrs. Eva Stark, have presented the church with a beautiful silver vase to be used in church, as a memorial to their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hammersmith.

An Appreciation

      The Braeutigam Family wish to thank the members of St. Mark’s and the various organizations for their kindness during Milton’s long illness.

Volume XXIV July 1930 Number 7

Cupid’s Doings

      June is the month of roses and brides. That it takes a bride-groom to make a wedding a success to too often overlooked. Nevertheless it is true. So, therefore, in the report of the following, we will give the grooms full mention and credit also.

      Mr. Harry Harter and Miss Dorothy Stricker selected June 2^nd as the day upon which to enter the greatest state of all—the State of Matrimony. The words making the twain one were said in church in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Miss Martha Kleiber and Mr. Edmund Magness acted as witnesses.

      On June 24^th Mr. Earl Seabrook and Miss Frankie Zenor were joined in the bonds of wedlock. This service also was said in church, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. Attendants were Miss Virginia Seabrook and Mr. Shirley Zenor.

      Another of our young men who believes that June is the month of roses—and brides, is Mr. Robert M. Baer. He brought Miss Georgia Wolfe to the parsonage on June 28^th, where the words uniting them for life were all said.

      June 28^th was selected by Mr. Melvin Orme to bring the young lady of his choice, Miss Ethelda Rhoads, to the parsonage, so they could from then on journey life’s pathway together. A number of relatives and friends accompanied the young couple, and Miss Marguerite Orme and Mr. Harry Howard acted as witnesses.

Death’s Toll

      George F. Metz was born in Alsace-Lorraine on June 28, 1853. At the age of four years he came to America with his parents, and had long been a resident of New Albany, where he had long been a member of our church.

      On June 14, 1897, he was united in marriage with Miss Anna Frosh, who preceded him into eternity on November 1^st, 1920.

      Mr. Metz had been in ill health for some time, and was called out of this life on June 14^th. He is survived by one niece, one nephew, other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held on June 16^th, and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      Joseph W. Sicer was born March 17^th, 1867. He was called out of this life unexpectedly on June 19^th, being survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. William Miller; one son, Wellington Sicer; one brother, Edward Sicer; three sisters, Miss Leona Sicer, Mrs. Dora Birney, Mrs. Michael Hoffman; two grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held June 22^nd and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      Edward E. Zenor was born in Corydon, Indiana, February 25^th, 1969, but had been a resident of New Albany for the past twenty-one years.

      On December 14^th, 1898 he was united in marriage with Miss Lillian Hess.

      Mr. Zenor had been in ill health for a long time, and was called home on June 20^th. He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Miss Frankie Zenor; two sons, Edward and Shirley Zenor; two brothers, Amos and Wolford Zenor; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Bruce and Mrs. Mary Woehl; one grandchild; other relatives and many friends. Mr. Zenor had also been a member of our church.

      Funeral services were held on June 22^nd and burial was in the cemetery at Pfrimmer’s Chapel, in Harrison County.

In Memoriam

      Beautiful flowers were placed on the altar in our church as follows:

      In memory of Mr. Henry Kraft, who died June 8^th, 1897, and Mrs. Henry Kraft who died May 2^th, 1929, on June 1^st. Name of donor not given.

      In memory of Mrs. Catherine Tscheulin, who died on June 22^nd, 1928, by the family, on June 22^nd.

Volume XXIV August 1930 Number 8

Death’s Toll

      Louis Barron was born in Alsace Lorraine, September 15^th, 1844, and came to America with his parents when seven years of age. On December 21^st, 1886, he was united in marriage with Miss Magdalene Kaiser, who preceded him into eternity on November 15^th, 1910.

      Mr. Barron had been in ill health for some time, and was called out of this life July 1^st, being survived by five daughters—Mrs. John Bedaine, Mrs. Walter Veron, Mrs. William James, Mrs. Joseph McDaniel, Mrs. Barbara Hendrich; by fifteen grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William James on July 4^th, and burial was in the cemetery at Atkins Chapel.

      Anton P. Bader was born August 31^st, 1862 in New Albany, where he lived all his life, being one of the city’s well-known business men. He was joined in marriage with Miss Katherine Lindemann on April 17^th, 1889. Mr. Bader had been ill only about five weeks when he was called home on July 1^st. He is survived by his wife, one brother, Daniel Bader, other relatives and many friends. Mr. Bader was one of the faithful members of our church and Brotherhood.

      Funeral services were held on July 4^th and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      Mrs. Mary Erb, nee Feiock, widow of the late Joseph Erb, was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, February 5^th, 1842. During her many years of residence in New Albany she was an active member of our church.

      Mrs. Erb had been in ill health for many years, and God called her to rest on July 20^th. She is survived by one son, Casper Erb; two daughters, Mrs. George W. King, of Lafayette, Indiana and Mrs. Frank Enny, of St. Louis, Missouri; by sixteen grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held July 22^nd and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      Mrs. Katherine Weber nee Koehler, was born in Germany on October 2^nd, 1837. She came to America with her parents, when eight years old, and had lived in New Albany since that time, until death claimed her on July 28^th.

      On February 17^th, 1856, she was united in marriage with Mr. Jacob Weber, who preceded his wife into eternity on June 9, 1894.

      Mrs. Weber is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Gus. Widman; two sons, Dr. Louis Weber, and Dr. Jacob Weber, both of Louisville; a sister, Mrs. Lena Kragel, also of Louisville; by eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

      Mrs. Weber was the oldest member of our church, and was always interested in its welfare. The members of the choir will remember that Mrs. Weber always supplied them with lilies of the valley, during the blooming season of that flower.

          Funeral services were held on July 30^th, and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

Volume XXIV September 1930 Number 8

Death’s Toll

      Norma Frances Wolf, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wolf, born October 4^th, 1917 was called to a better home on August 19^th. She was laid to rest on August 21^st with burial in Graceland Memorial Park, Rev. Bassett, officiating.

      Beside her parents she is survived by two sisters, Kathleen and Wilma, one brother, Melvin; other relatives and many friends.

      George E. Steinhauer was born April 26, 1886. He was called out of this life on August 23^rd after a illness of only a few days. Funeral services were held on August 26^th with burial in Fairview cemetery. In the absence of Rev. Meusch the services were conducted by Rev. Krueger.

      Mr. Steinhauer was one of New Albany’s best known residents. For many years he conducted a Wall Paper store on Main Street, retiring to private life several years ago. He is survived by his wife, Augusta L. Steinhauer; two brothers, Edward and Louis; two sisters, Mrs. J. G. Hauswald and Mrs. Anna Beard; other relatives and many friends.

      Alpha L. Kreutzer born in New Albany July 19, 1888, was called to her reward on August 24^th, after an illness of seven months, at the age of 42 years, 1 month, 5 days.

      She was a life long member of our church and served as a Sunday School teacher for many years. She also served several years as Secretary of the Mission Society. She always took an active part in the welfare of the church and Sunday School. She was always ready and willing to give her time and talent wherever and whenever she could.

      Though sick and distressed she never lost faith, placing her trust in Him who she knew always took care of His children.

      Her thoughts were always of others rather than self. Even while sick she could always smile and do things for others who needed help.

      She attended Sunday School and Divine worship as long as health would permit. In her passing St. Mark’s has lost a true and loyal member.

      She is survived by her father, Wm. Kreutzer; one sister, Mrs. Rae Franklin; two brothers, Hugh and Chester; other relatives and a host of admiring friends.

      Funeral services were held on August 27^th, with burial in Fairview Cemetery.

      Mrs. Amanda J. Hynes was born in Kentucky on June 2^nd, 1861, and after a short illness passed out of this life on August 25^th. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, one son, three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one sister, three brothers, other relatives and many friends.

      Funeral services were held on August 28^th and burial was in Fairview Cemetery.

      The pastor also officiated at the funeral of Gus Simpson, who died at the age of sixty-three years.

In Memoriam

      Beautiful flowers were placed on the altar on August 24^th in memory of Mrs. Julia Meusch by the family.

          Others no doubt were placed there during the month but the cards failed to reach the writer. If you will call or tell us, we will gladly mention them next month.