William Huff Salmon

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William Huff Salmon

Birth
Mill Hall, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death
21 Feb 1909 (aged 25)
Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA
Burial
Mill Hall, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA GPS-Latitude: 41.0777435, Longitude: -77.4778366
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William Huff Salmon was born Jan. 21, 1884 in Mill Hall, PA to Charles Salmon and Anna Huff.

William died on Feb. 21, 1909 at Bald Eagle Twp. Clinton County, PA from a fractured skull after being kicked by a horse.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., Feb. 24, 1909.
William H. Salmon Dead From Kick of a Colt.
Young College Graduate Dies From Injuries Received Seven Weeks Ago.
William Huff Salmon, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Salmon, of Beech Creek township, died at 5 o’clock of being kicked in the forehead by a colt The accident occurred on January 3, and despite the best that medical skill and careful nursing could do he rallied a number of times, but finally his spirit fled to the great beyond at the time stated.
The unfortunate young man was a graduate of the Central State Normal school in this city and later entered State college, where he pursued a course in mechanical engineering and graduated from that institution last June. He had a bright future before him, being industrious, energetic and possessed of the qualifications that foretold an active life and a successful career. Before this misfortune occurred the announcement of his engagement in marriage to Miss Ollie Blanche Clark, a well known Blanchard lady, was made and September 22 next, was the day selected for the event.
Deceased was born on January 21, 1884, and was consequently 25 years and 1 month old when he died. He is survived by his bereaved parents, who have the sympathy of his many friends.
Funeral services will be conducted in the Presbyterian church at Mill Hall at 2:30 o’clock this afternoon by Rev. W. M. Grant, pastor. Interment will be made in Cedar Hill cemetery.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., March 3, 1909.
Funeral of W. H. Salmon A Peculiarly Sad One.
Stricken Down on Youthful Manhood and Had Every Thing To Live for.
The funeral of William H. Salmon was held Wednesday afternoon from the Mill Hall Presbyterian church, of which he was a member, and was conducted by Rev. W. M. Grant, the pastor, assisted by Rev. Dr. W. P. Shriner, pastor of the Trinity Methodist church in this city. The latter conducted the service at the home of the deceased and also at Cedar Hill cemetery, where interment was made. Rev. Grant not being in a physical condition at present to admit of his being at the house in Beech Creek township or at the cemetery.
Prof. Ayars of State college, and Dr. G. P. Singer of the Central Normal school faculty, spoke at the services at the church in eulogy of the deceased, both of whom knew him personally and admired his many traits of character.
the following were the casket bearers: Shuman Furst, Flemington; Harry Furst, Cedar Springs; Harris Clark, Blanchard; Albert Myers, John Marks and Harry Haagan, neighbors.
The death of William Salmon was peculiarly sad. He had just completed his education, being a graduate of the Normal school in this city and last June completed a course in mechanical engineering at State college. He had secured a desirable position in Williamsport, the duties of which he was to assume on the Monday following the Sunday (January 3) that he was fatally kicked in the forehead by a colt.
Before the accident occurred the announcement of his marriage to Miss Ollie Blanch Clark, of Blanchard, was made and the prospects for the young couple were unusually bright. But in a few short weeks the whole scene changes, and what was but a short time ago a home of joy and hope, has become a house of mourning on account of the loss of an only son, one in whom the affections and hopes of self-sacrificing and loving parents were centered.
In the midst of life we are in death, is a truth that is verified over and over again, but those who die in the Lord have anchor for their soul that is sure and safe.

The entire article is printed again on another page this date, with a few variations added:

“He was very patient and tried to do what was best for his speedy recovery. He told his mother only eight days before his death that he was not afraid to die but wanted to live for her sake – when he was gone all was gone.”

”Engaged to Miss Ollie Blanche Clark, of Blanchard, only daughter of the late D. W. Clark and only granddaughter of Samuel H. Kunes, deceased, who was well known throughout the surrounding counties. He had left a broken hearted widow at heart if not in name and she has the sympathy of the whole community. Miss Clark came to him the same day of the accident and was at his home the whole seven weeks and the last seventeen days and nights she never left his side – was alone and in her arms when the Heavenly Father took him from her.”

“The last week of his illness, he grew very weak, almost too weak to talk. One week before his death he called Miss Clark to his side and said, “I believe I am in the last stage of my condition.” A few days later, on Thursday evening before he died, he said, “I believe I will have to leave my Olive alone,” and on Saturday morning he said he fought and was still fighting. “Strange trip, Olive, I am taking without you, I am going, do you know it?” Concussion of the brain caused death.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., Dec. 1, 1909.
The Salmon Monument Erected in Cedar Hill. Beautiful Piece of Work in Memory of a Beloved Son.
A monument which is above the average in material, workmanship and size was erected in Cedar Hill cemetery last week to the memory of the late William Huff Salmon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Salmon, of Beech Creek township. As most of our readers know this was the only son and in whom the parents looked forward for a bright future. The unexpected death of this only son was a great shock to the parents, and feeling that they had lost for which they had to live, felt that the last tribute which they could show to a deserving son was to erect a monument which would be typical of the life of the deceased. With this aim in mind much time was spent in selecting designs and investigating the ability of different granite dealers to furnish the work. After some time a design was found which appealed to the taste of the parents, and was contracted for. It required time to secure so perfect a stone and to execute the work in the high class of work in which it has been finished. Last week the monument arrived at Mill Hall station, was hauled to the cemetery with a heavy traction engine. Many people visited the yard since the stone has been placed and all agree that it is the finest piece of work ever set in Clinton county. The material used was extra dark Quincy granite, the best that the quarries at Quincy, Mass, would produce, weighing almost ten tons, the height being seven feet with a base equal to the height. On the monument the full name, William Huff Salmon, is cut in heavy raised letters. On the base, State, 1908, from which institution the young man graduated from last year with highest honors. At the head of the grave is erected a handsome marker, which would do honor to any man without a monument. The work is as near perfect as material and time would make it and is not only an honor to the son and parents, but to the cemetery in which it stands. The work was executed by J. Will Mayes, Howard, Pa., who makes a specialty of high class cemetery work. Mr. and Mrs. Salmon express themselves as being highly pleased with the treatment received from this well known dealer and say the contract was filled to their entire satisfaction.
He was buried in a solid mahogany casket. large spray of pint and white roses covered the casket, which was buried with him.

Cedar Hill Cemetery
Salmon, William Huff b 1-21-1884 d 2-21-1909
William Huff Salmon was born Jan. 21, 1884 in Mill Hall, PA to Charles Salmon and Anna Huff.

William died on Feb. 21, 1909 at Bald Eagle Twp. Clinton County, PA from a fractured skull after being kicked by a horse.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., Feb. 24, 1909.
William H. Salmon Dead From Kick of a Colt.
Young College Graduate Dies From Injuries Received Seven Weeks Ago.
William Huff Salmon, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Salmon, of Beech Creek township, died at 5 o’clock of being kicked in the forehead by a colt The accident occurred on January 3, and despite the best that medical skill and careful nursing could do he rallied a number of times, but finally his spirit fled to the great beyond at the time stated.
The unfortunate young man was a graduate of the Central State Normal school in this city and later entered State college, where he pursued a course in mechanical engineering and graduated from that institution last June. He had a bright future before him, being industrious, energetic and possessed of the qualifications that foretold an active life and a successful career. Before this misfortune occurred the announcement of his engagement in marriage to Miss Ollie Blanche Clark, a well known Blanchard lady, was made and September 22 next, was the day selected for the event.
Deceased was born on January 21, 1884, and was consequently 25 years and 1 month old when he died. He is survived by his bereaved parents, who have the sympathy of his many friends.
Funeral services will be conducted in the Presbyterian church at Mill Hall at 2:30 o’clock this afternoon by Rev. W. M. Grant, pastor. Interment will be made in Cedar Hill cemetery.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., March 3, 1909.
Funeral of W. H. Salmon A Peculiarly Sad One.
Stricken Down on Youthful Manhood and Had Every Thing To Live for.
The funeral of William H. Salmon was held Wednesday afternoon from the Mill Hall Presbyterian church, of which he was a member, and was conducted by Rev. W. M. Grant, the pastor, assisted by Rev. Dr. W. P. Shriner, pastor of the Trinity Methodist church in this city. The latter conducted the service at the home of the deceased and also at Cedar Hill cemetery, where interment was made. Rev. Grant not being in a physical condition at present to admit of his being at the house in Beech Creek township or at the cemetery.
Prof. Ayars of State college, and Dr. G. P. Singer of the Central Normal school faculty, spoke at the services at the church in eulogy of the deceased, both of whom knew him personally and admired his many traits of character.
the following were the casket bearers: Shuman Furst, Flemington; Harry Furst, Cedar Springs; Harris Clark, Blanchard; Albert Myers, John Marks and Harry Haagan, neighbors.
The death of William Salmon was peculiarly sad. He had just completed his education, being a graduate of the Normal school in this city and last June completed a course in mechanical engineering at State college. He had secured a desirable position in Williamsport, the duties of which he was to assume on the Monday following the Sunday (January 3) that he was fatally kicked in the forehead by a colt.
Before the accident occurred the announcement of his marriage to Miss Ollie Blanch Clark, of Blanchard, was made and the prospects for the young couple were unusually bright. But in a few short weeks the whole scene changes, and what was but a short time ago a home of joy and hope, has become a house of mourning on account of the loss of an only son, one in whom the affections and hopes of self-sacrificing and loving parents were centered.
In the midst of life we are in death, is a truth that is verified over and over again, but those who die in the Lord have anchor for their soul that is sure and safe.

The entire article is printed again on another page this date, with a few variations added:

“He was very patient and tried to do what was best for his speedy recovery. He told his mother only eight days before his death that he was not afraid to die but wanted to live for her sake – when he was gone all was gone.”

”Engaged to Miss Ollie Blanche Clark, of Blanchard, only daughter of the late D. W. Clark and only granddaughter of Samuel H. Kunes, deceased, who was well known throughout the surrounding counties. He had left a broken hearted widow at heart if not in name and she has the sympathy of the whole community. Miss Clark came to him the same day of the accident and was at his home the whole seven weeks and the last seventeen days and nights she never left his side – was alone and in her arms when the Heavenly Father took him from her.”

“The last week of his illness, he grew very weak, almost too weak to talk. One week before his death he called Miss Clark to his side and said, “I believe I am in the last stage of my condition.” A few days later, on Thursday evening before he died, he said, “I believe I will have to leave my Olive alone,” and on Saturday morning he said he fought and was still fighting. “Strange trip, Olive, I am taking without you, I am going, do you know it?” Concussion of the brain caused death.

The Clinton Republican, Clinton County, PA., Wed., Dec. 1, 1909.
The Salmon Monument Erected in Cedar Hill. Beautiful Piece of Work in Memory of a Beloved Son.
A monument which is above the average in material, workmanship and size was erected in Cedar Hill cemetery last week to the memory of the late William Huff Salmon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Salmon, of Beech Creek township. As most of our readers know this was the only son and in whom the parents looked forward for a bright future. The unexpected death of this only son was a great shock to the parents, and feeling that they had lost for which they had to live, felt that the last tribute which they could show to a deserving son was to erect a monument which would be typical of the life of the deceased. With this aim in mind much time was spent in selecting designs and investigating the ability of different granite dealers to furnish the work. After some time a design was found which appealed to the taste of the parents, and was contracted for. It required time to secure so perfect a stone and to execute the work in the high class of work in which it has been finished. Last week the monument arrived at Mill Hall station, was hauled to the cemetery with a heavy traction engine. Many people visited the yard since the stone has been placed and all agree that it is the finest piece of work ever set in Clinton county. The material used was extra dark Quincy granite, the best that the quarries at Quincy, Mass, would produce, weighing almost ten tons, the height being seven feet with a base equal to the height. On the monument the full name, William Huff Salmon, is cut in heavy raised letters. On the base, State, 1908, from which institution the young man graduated from last year with highest honors. At the head of the grave is erected a handsome marker, which would do honor to any man without a monument. The work is as near perfect as material and time would make it and is not only an honor to the son and parents, but to the cemetery in which it stands. The work was executed by J. Will Mayes, Howard, Pa., who makes a specialty of high class cemetery work. Mr. and Mrs. Salmon express themselves as being highly pleased with the treatment received from this well known dealer and say the contract was filled to their entire satisfaction.
He was buried in a solid mahogany casket. large spray of pint and white roses covered the casket, which was buried with him.

Cedar Hill Cemetery
Salmon, William Huff b 1-21-1884 d 2-21-1909