Grand Island Daily Independent Thursday, 20 Mar 1924, p. 1
Sudden Death of Official
Sheriff J. J. Lorentzen Always Held in Highest Esteem By Citizenship
Had Prepared For Trip
Was About Ready for Drive Into country on Official Business When Overcome - Prominent in Agricultural Circles.
The announcement of the death of Sheriff Jacob J. Lorentzen, shortly after 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, was a painful shock to the city and the county. Scarcely could it be believed. He had complained of feeling badly during the earlier portion of the day, he was continuing his duties as usual.
The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Miller, 622 West State Street, the first house east of Five Points, and at 2:30 from the English Lutheran church. Mrs. Miller is a niece of the deceased.
Mr. Lorentzen had complained to Deputy Sheriff Sievers earlier in the day about not feeling well, but had not permitted his indisposition to keep him from his office. About 2:30 o'clock he arranged to take a trip into the country, accompanied by Mr. Sievers, and before going had taken a light lunch at the Seebohm restaurant. when he arose he again felt badly, leaned against the country, and complained of a severe pain in the chest. From here, however, he went to the Cummings garage where he kept his two cars, a light runabout and a heavier one, for duties requiring a number of men, and had requested that the chains be put on the lighter car for a trip into the country. Fro here he went to his office. Upon reaching the door of the same, in the basement of the court house, he keeled over and Dr. W. Arrasmith, who was immediately called, pronounced him dead as a result of heart failure.
Few Better Known
J. J. Lorentzen came to Hall county with his parents when but 7 years old and lived here ever since, with the exception of a few years spent in Denver. Few men were better known and none more favorably. He was born in New York city on May 13, 1868 and would, therefore, have been 56 years of age next May. His father was originally a carpenter and ship builder and was employed in this occupation in New York City, but he preferred to rear his family on a farm and came to Nebraska on May 2, 1875, securing school land in Lake township upon which he lived until his death in 1896. From this time on Jacob J. Lorentzen continued to have charge of the farm until several years ago when after the death of his mother, the estate was sold and divided.
Jacob J. Lorentzen attended the public schools in Lake township, early took an interest in public affairs, and was well read and informed in current events. His interest led him to become supervisor for his district for several terms and, likewise, to take an active interest in agricultural undertakings, being for many years a prominent member and officer of the Central Nebraska Agricultural association. During the war time he was leader in his community in all efforts put forth by the government. He affiliated with the democratic party but was never an extreme partisan.
Popularity Shown
Upon the retirement of Sheriff McCutchan, about two years ago, he was appointed by the county board to fill the vacancy. Even a competing candidate for the appointment at the time gracefully complimented the board, after its final decision, and made a remark which was reflective of general opinion at the time and since; "We all know honest Jake." A few months later, when the law required an election to fill the vacancy, Mr. Lorentzen carried every one of the precincts in the county excepting the Soldiers Home and had a majority of over 1,500 votes at an election in which a republican county candidate also had a majority of 1,800.
Socially, he was modest and unassuming, belonging only to several of the older social organizations, being a lifelong member of the Liederkranz society and Plattdeutsche Verein. He was a supporter and attendant of the English Lutheran church, his family having been connected with that denomination even in its early days in Germany.
Besides his parents, one bother, Henry preceded him in death. Those who remain are his sister, Mrs. Ritterbush, who is residing with her daughter, Mrs. Miller, in this city, and Miss Amanda, now in California. The latter was immediately notified by wire of the sad event and promptly responded that she would leave on the first train and arrive here Saturday. Besides Mrs. Miller there is a second niece, Mrs. Albert Keller, daughter of the lamented Henry Lorentzen, residing on West First street.
The death of Mr. Lorentzen makes it incumbent upon the county board to fill the vacancy by appointment. Owing to the fact that the present deputy is thoroughly experienced, having himself formerly been sheriff, no special action will be taken and Mr. Sievers will remain in charge until,next week, when the county board has a regular meeting.
Sudden Death of Official
Sheriff J. J. Lorentzen Always Held in Highest Esteem By Citizenship
Had Prepared For Trip
Was About Ready for Drive Into country on Official Business When Overcome - Prominent in Agricultural Circles.
The announcement of the death of Sheriff Jacob J. Lorentzen, shortly after 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, was a painful shock to the city and the county. Scarcely could it be believed. He had complained of feeling badly during the earlier portion of the day, he was continuing his duties as usual.
The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Miller, 622 West State Street, the first house east of Five Points, and at 2:30 from the English Lutheran church. Mrs. Miller is a niece of the deceased.
Mr. Lorentzen had complained to Deputy Sheriff Sievers earlier in the day about not feeling well, but had not permitted his indisposition to keep him from his office. About 2:30 o'clock he arranged to take a trip into the country, accompanied by Mr. Sievers, and before going had taken a light lunch at the Seebohm restaurant. when he arose he again felt badly, leaned against the country, and complained of a severe pain in the chest. From here, however, he went to the Cummings garage where he kept his two cars, a light runabout and a heavier one, for duties requiring a number of men, and had requested that the chains be put on the lighter car for a trip into the country. Fro here he went to his office. Upon reaching the door of the same, in the basement of the court house, he keeled over and Dr. W. Arrasmith, who was immediately called, pronounced him dead as a result of heart failure.
Few Better Known
J. J. Lorentzen came to Hall county with his parents when but 7 years old and lived here ever since, with the exception of a few years spent in Denver. Few men were better known and none more favorably. He was born in New York city on May 13, 1868 and would, therefore, have been 56 years of age next May. His father was originally a carpenter and ship builder and was employed in this occupation in New York City, but he preferred to rear his family on a farm and came to Nebraska on May 2, 1875, securing school land in Lake township upon which he lived until his death in 1896. From this time on Jacob J. Lorentzen continued to have charge of the farm until several years ago when after the death of his mother, the estate was sold and divided.
Jacob J. Lorentzen attended the public schools in Lake township, early took an interest in public affairs, and was well read and informed in current events. His interest led him to become supervisor for his district for several terms and, likewise, to take an active interest in agricultural undertakings, being for many years a prominent member and officer of the Central Nebraska Agricultural association. During the war time he was leader in his community in all efforts put forth by the government. He affiliated with the democratic party but was never an extreme partisan.
Popularity Shown
Upon the retirement of Sheriff McCutchan, about two years ago, he was appointed by the county board to fill the vacancy. Even a competing candidate for the appointment at the time gracefully complimented the board, after its final decision, and made a remark which was reflective of general opinion at the time and since; "We all know honest Jake." A few months later, when the law required an election to fill the vacancy, Mr. Lorentzen carried every one of the precincts in the county excepting the Soldiers Home and had a majority of over 1,500 votes at an election in which a republican county candidate also had a majority of 1,800.
Socially, he was modest and unassuming, belonging only to several of the older social organizations, being a lifelong member of the Liederkranz society and Plattdeutsche Verein. He was a supporter and attendant of the English Lutheran church, his family having been connected with that denomination even in its early days in Germany.
Besides his parents, one bother, Henry preceded him in death. Those who remain are his sister, Mrs. Ritterbush, who is residing with her daughter, Mrs. Miller, in this city, and Miss Amanda, now in California. The latter was immediately notified by wire of the sad event and promptly responded that she would leave on the first train and arrive here Saturday. Besides Mrs. Miller there is a second niece, Mrs. Albert Keller, daughter of the lamented Henry Lorentzen, residing on West First street.
The death of Mr. Lorentzen makes it incumbent upon the county board to fill the vacancy by appointment. Owing to the fact that the present deputy is thoroughly experienced, having himself formerly been sheriff, no special action will be taken and Mr. Sievers will remain in charge until,next week, when the county board has a regular meeting.
Grand Island Daily Independent Thursday, 20 Mar 1924, p. 1
Sudden Death of Official
Sheriff J. J. Lorentzen Always Held in Highest Esteem By Citizenship
Had Prepared For Trip
Was About Ready for Drive Into country on Official Business When Overcome - Prominent in Agricultural Circles.
The announcement of the death of Sheriff Jacob J. Lorentzen, shortly after 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, was a painful shock to the city and the county. Scarcely could it be believed. He had complained of feeling badly during the earlier portion of the day, he was continuing his duties as usual.
The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Miller, 622 West State Street, the first house east of Five Points, and at 2:30 from the English Lutheran church. Mrs. Miller is a niece of the deceased.
Mr. Lorentzen had complained to Deputy Sheriff Sievers earlier in the day about not feeling well, but had not permitted his indisposition to keep him from his office. About 2:30 o'clock he arranged to take a trip into the country, accompanied by Mr. Sievers, and before going had taken a light lunch at the Seebohm restaurant. when he arose he again felt badly, leaned against the country, and complained of a severe pain in the chest. From here, however, he went to the Cummings garage where he kept his two cars, a light runabout and a heavier one, for duties requiring a number of men, and had requested that the chains be put on the lighter car for a trip into the country. Fro here he went to his office. Upon reaching the door of the same, in the basement of the court house, he keeled over and Dr. W. Arrasmith, who was immediately called, pronounced him dead as a result of heart failure.
Few Better Known
J. J. Lorentzen came to Hall county with his parents when but 7 years old and lived here ever since, with the exception of a few years spent in Denver. Few men were better known and none more favorably. He was born in New York city on May 13, 1868 and would, therefore, have been 56 years of age next May. His father was originally a carpenter and ship builder and was employed in this occupation in New York City, but he preferred to rear his family on a farm and came to Nebraska on May 2, 1875, securing school land in Lake township upon which he lived until his death in 1896. From this time on Jacob J. Lorentzen continued to have charge of the farm until several years ago when after the death of his mother, the estate was sold and divided.
Jacob J. Lorentzen attended the public schools in Lake township, early took an interest in public affairs, and was well read and informed in current events. His interest led him to become supervisor for his district for several terms and, likewise, to take an active interest in agricultural undertakings, being for many years a prominent member and officer of the Central Nebraska Agricultural association. During the war time he was leader in his community in all efforts put forth by the government. He affiliated with the democratic party but was never an extreme partisan.
Popularity Shown
Upon the retirement of Sheriff McCutchan, about two years ago, he was appointed by the county board to fill the vacancy. Even a competing candidate for the appointment at the time gracefully complimented the board, after its final decision, and made a remark which was reflective of general opinion at the time and since; "We all know honest Jake." A few months later, when the law required an election to fill the vacancy, Mr. Lorentzen carried every one of the precincts in the county excepting the Soldiers Home and had a majority of over 1,500 votes at an election in which a republican county candidate also had a majority of 1,800.
Socially, he was modest and unassuming, belonging only to several of the older social organizations, being a lifelong member of the Liederkranz society and Plattdeutsche Verein. He was a supporter and attendant of the English Lutheran church, his family having been connected with that denomination even in its early days in Germany.
Besides his parents, one bother, Henry preceded him in death. Those who remain are his sister, Mrs. Ritterbush, who is residing with her daughter, Mrs. Miller, in this city, and Miss Amanda, now in California. The latter was immediately notified by wire of the sad event and promptly responded that she would leave on the first train and arrive here Saturday. Besides Mrs. Miller there is a second niece, Mrs. Albert Keller, daughter of the lamented Henry Lorentzen, residing on West First street.
The death of Mr. Lorentzen makes it incumbent upon the county board to fill the vacancy by appointment. Owing to the fact that the present deputy is thoroughly experienced, having himself formerly been sheriff, no special action will be taken and Mr. Sievers will remain in charge until,next week, when the county board has a regular meeting.
Sudden Death of Official
Sheriff J. J. Lorentzen Always Held in Highest Esteem By Citizenship
Had Prepared For Trip
Was About Ready for Drive Into country on Official Business When Overcome - Prominent in Agricultural Circles.
The announcement of the death of Sheriff Jacob J. Lorentzen, shortly after 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, was a painful shock to the city and the county. Scarcely could it be believed. He had complained of feeling badly during the earlier portion of the day, he was continuing his duties as usual.
The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Miller, 622 West State Street, the first house east of Five Points, and at 2:30 from the English Lutheran church. Mrs. Miller is a niece of the deceased.
Mr. Lorentzen had complained to Deputy Sheriff Sievers earlier in the day about not feeling well, but had not permitted his indisposition to keep him from his office. About 2:30 o'clock he arranged to take a trip into the country, accompanied by Mr. Sievers, and before going had taken a light lunch at the Seebohm restaurant. when he arose he again felt badly, leaned against the country, and complained of a severe pain in the chest. From here, however, he went to the Cummings garage where he kept his two cars, a light runabout and a heavier one, for duties requiring a number of men, and had requested that the chains be put on the lighter car for a trip into the country. Fro here he went to his office. Upon reaching the door of the same, in the basement of the court house, he keeled over and Dr. W. Arrasmith, who was immediately called, pronounced him dead as a result of heart failure.
Few Better Known
J. J. Lorentzen came to Hall county with his parents when but 7 years old and lived here ever since, with the exception of a few years spent in Denver. Few men were better known and none more favorably. He was born in New York city on May 13, 1868 and would, therefore, have been 56 years of age next May. His father was originally a carpenter and ship builder and was employed in this occupation in New York City, but he preferred to rear his family on a farm and came to Nebraska on May 2, 1875, securing school land in Lake township upon which he lived until his death in 1896. From this time on Jacob J. Lorentzen continued to have charge of the farm until several years ago when after the death of his mother, the estate was sold and divided.
Jacob J. Lorentzen attended the public schools in Lake township, early took an interest in public affairs, and was well read and informed in current events. His interest led him to become supervisor for his district for several terms and, likewise, to take an active interest in agricultural undertakings, being for many years a prominent member and officer of the Central Nebraska Agricultural association. During the war time he was leader in his community in all efforts put forth by the government. He affiliated with the democratic party but was never an extreme partisan.
Popularity Shown
Upon the retirement of Sheriff McCutchan, about two years ago, he was appointed by the county board to fill the vacancy. Even a competing candidate for the appointment at the time gracefully complimented the board, after its final decision, and made a remark which was reflective of general opinion at the time and since; "We all know honest Jake." A few months later, when the law required an election to fill the vacancy, Mr. Lorentzen carried every one of the precincts in the county excepting the Soldiers Home and had a majority of over 1,500 votes at an election in which a republican county candidate also had a majority of 1,800.
Socially, he was modest and unassuming, belonging only to several of the older social organizations, being a lifelong member of the Liederkranz society and Plattdeutsche Verein. He was a supporter and attendant of the English Lutheran church, his family having been connected with that denomination even in its early days in Germany.
Besides his parents, one bother, Henry preceded him in death. Those who remain are his sister, Mrs. Ritterbush, who is residing with her daughter, Mrs. Miller, in this city, and Miss Amanda, now in California. The latter was immediately notified by wire of the sad event and promptly responded that she would leave on the first train and arrive here Saturday. Besides Mrs. Miller there is a second niece, Mrs. Albert Keller, daughter of the lamented Henry Lorentzen, residing on West First street.
The death of Mr. Lorentzen makes it incumbent upon the county board to fill the vacancy by appointment. Owing to the fact that the present deputy is thoroughly experienced, having himself formerly been sheriff, no special action will be taken and Mr. Sievers will remain in charge until,next week, when the county board has a regular meeting.
Family Members
Sponsored by Ancestry
Advertisement
Records on Ancestry
Advertisement
