"During his administration as postmaster at Globe, Mr. Kellner had given the most complete satisfaction, and in the time intervening between his appointment, November 1, 1897, and the present, the department has increased in the volume of the matter distributed, and improved in the methods employed. To this work the popular postmaster has brought a keen attention to the minutest details, a ready consideration for all, and an unfailing desire to please. As

a third-class office, the salary in 1897 was but $1,100, but was increased to $1,700.

In other ways also Mr. Kellner was interested in local political affairs, although he never went out of his way to gain preferment.

As a stanch Republican, his first presidential vote was cast for Grant. In Globe he served for two terms as school trustee, and during that time was actively engaged in furthering the cause of education, and it was during his time of service that the new school building was erected. Mr. Kellner has otherwise aided by counsel, money and labor in the best and most substantial development of his town, and is regarded as one of the most enthusiastic advocates of its progress and well being.

A native of Texas, Mr. Kellner was born in 1847, and acquired his education in the academy at New Braunfels, Tex. His first independent venture was in old Mexico, whither he went in 1863, and where he assumed a position as clerk, continuing a similar position upon his return to Texas in 1866. In 1880 he became identified with the lively mining settlement of Globe, where

he conducted a sawmill business for his brother, E. F. Kellner & Co., until 1893, when he became bookkeeper for the concern until his appointment as postmaster in 1897.

In 1896 Mr. Kellner married Maria Gonzales, of Phoenix, and of this union there are four children: Tulita, William, Earnest and Alma. As an evidence of his success in life Mr. Kellner owned considerable real estate in Globe, and had, besides a good residence; two hundred and thirty-three feet of real estate on Broad street, which runs back to Hill street. He was a Woodman of the World, and a charter member and one of the organizers of the lodge at Globe."

Source: "Portrait and biographical record of Arizona: commemorating the achievements of citizens who have contributed to the progress..."

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William Kellner

Suggested Edit: "Kellner, Pioneer, Is Dead"

Half Brother Of The Late E.F. Kellner And One Of The Original Settlers Of Globe, Has Passed Away

Was At One Time Postmaster At Globe And For Years Held Office Of County Superintendent Schools

W.O. Kellner, one of Globe's original settlers, and a historic character in this part of the country, died yesterday morning at 11 o'clock, after a prolonged illness. The causes of death are ascribed to general breakdown and old age. Mr. Kellner was in the neighborhood of 70 years old.

W.O. Kellner came to Globe nearly forty years ago, and was active in the development of that city. He was at one time postmaster of Globe, and for years held the office of county superintendent of schools. He is a half brother of the late E.F. Kellner, the Arizona and California capitalist who died not long ago at Venice, Cal. Mr. Kellner leaves four children, W.O. Kellner, Jr. and Ernest Kellner, a married daughter, Mrs. Jack O'Neil, and Miss Cora Kellner. All are residents of Globe.

The funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at the Catholic church in Globe. The services will be held under the auspices of the Globe lodge of B.P.O. Elks, of which Mr. Kellner was a member. The Woodmen of the World will also attend the funeral, Mr. Kellner also being a member of that order.

Mr. Kellner was a member of the Woodmen of the World and the Elks Lodge. A meeting of the Woodmen of the World will be held this evening to make arrangements for the funeral.

(Arizona Silver Belt, Jan. 8, 1917; courtesy Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum, Miami, Az)

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"Aged Pioneer Goes To His Reward; Was Globe Postmaster"

"W.O. Kellner Passes Away Sunday From Complication of Disease"

"Funeral Will Occur Today"

"Had Resided Almost Continuously In District Since Arrival in 1883"

After a residence in this city of over 40 years, W.O. Kellner, one of the most respected citizens of the district, died at his home her Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock. the deceased had been suffering from a complication of disorders which coupled with his advanced age proved too much for even the robust physique of a hardy pioneer.

In 1883, W.O. Kellner crossed the plains to Globe from his home in Brownsville, Texas, where he was born in 1848. Of a progressive and fearless character, the Texan specially won the respect and confidence of his fellow townsmen and was appointed postmaster of Globe, a position which he filled with much credit to himself and the administration responsible for his appointment.

Following a conclusion of is term of office Mr. Kellner was again called from private life to assume the position of county school superintendent, a post which he held for four years. Since his arrival he had resided here almost continuously.

The deceased is survived by four children: Mr. J.E. O'Neill, William, Ernest and Clare Kellner, all of whom live in the city. He also leaves a brother, John F. Kellner, in Tucson, Ariz. Two relatives, Max and Miss Hedwig Bardewiemper, reside in San Antonio, Texas. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World and of the B.P.O. Elks.

Funeral services will be held at the Church of the Sacred Heart this afternoon at 3 o'clock. The funeral cortege will meet at 2:45 o'clock at the family home at 410 South Hill street.

(Arizona Record, Jan. 9, 1917, page 3; courtesy Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum, Miami, Az.)