DEATH OF CLYDE SMITH
A Bright and Moral Young Man Felled By the Grim Reaper
Expressions of sorrow and regret were heard on every side yesterday when it became known that Clyde Smith passed away.
A boy of quiet and lovable disposition, a young man of exemplary habits, none knew him but to love him, and his friends were numbered by the hundreds. Several weeks ago his heart began to fail as a result of over study, but it was less than a week ago that he got down sick, and only within a few days that his condition was considered serious, but peritonitis had begun its deadly work and loving hearts and willing hands could do nothing to ward off the onslaught of the angel of death.
Clyde was 18 years, 11 months and 27 days old and before he was taken sick the other members of the family had been planning to celebrate his nineteenth birthday on next Saturday but how different will be the day toward all looked toward with pleasure. Clyde's was the first death to break the family circle and the loving father, mother, brothers and sisters are well nigh heart broken, though through their tears they see the comforting face of Him in whom the departed one put his trust and hear the voice which says "I will never leave thee or forsake thee".
The Leader unites with the many friends in extending most heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
The funeral will take place this afternoon, services being conducted at First Presbyterian Church at 5 o'clock by Rev. McPareters.
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
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The Last Sad Rites
The funeral of Clyde Smith at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon was attended by over 500 people who listened to a touching but practical sermon by Rev. McPheeters who took for his text the words: "A goodly young man *** and he died". The church was beautifully decorated with palms, potted plants and flowers, prominent among them being a large cross and a vacant chair in white, appropriately draped and covered with roses, representing the loss to the Sunday school, of which he was a charter member and had long been the assistant secretary. The coffin was literally buried in floral offerings from friends of the deceased, prominent among the set pieces being a magnificent pillow of white petunias and carnations with the word "Safe" worked in pansies and a large anchor, offerings of the Sunday school, nearly a hundred members of which, headed by Clyde's teacher and classmates, had marched from the family residence on Cleveland avenue to the church and filled the whole east side of the building.
The music by the Mozart club and a few friends of the family was fine, and after the close of the services the longest cortege ever witnessed in Guthrie followed the body to its last resting place in Summit View cemetery.
The Daily Oklahoma State Capital. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 6, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1894
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LAST RITES
Clyde Smith Laid in Rest With Impressive Services
The funeral of Clyde C Smith, son of Dr and Mrs H L Smith, took place from the Presbyterian church at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. Wm. McPheeters. It was the largest funeral ever held in the city. The church was crowded to its utmost capacity by sorrowing friends of the deceased youth, and the decorations were profuse, they consisting of crowns, stars, wreaths and anchors made from fragrant flowers. The singing of the choir composed of those who knew the deceased in life, was rich and impressive. Rev. McPheeters took for his text: "A noble young man; he is dead." His tribute to the deceased was very touching.
After the services the remains of the deceased were viewed by the Sunday school, of which Clyde was a charter member, and of which he had served as assistant secretary ever since its organization, then followed the family and their host of friends. The remains were laid to rest in Summit View. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their hour of trouble.
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In Acknowledgment
To the many friends who were so kind to our loved one during his last illness and who came to our aid in the hour of great need, performing the many acts of love and Christian sympathy which came as shafts of sunshine through the dark clouds of grief, we wish to return our heartfelt thanks, praying God that he may long spare them from such times of sorrow and may send friends as kind and considerate when the clouds do gather.
H. L. Smith and Family
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 170, Ed. 1, Friday, June 22, 1894
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
Many thanks to Findagrave Contributor Cyndie who researched and found the obits for Clyde's memorial. Good job Cyndie...
A Bright and Moral Young Man Felled By the Grim Reaper
Expressions of sorrow and regret were heard on every side yesterday when it became known that Clyde Smith passed away.
A boy of quiet and lovable disposition, a young man of exemplary habits, none knew him but to love him, and his friends were numbered by the hundreds. Several weeks ago his heart began to fail as a result of over study, but it was less than a week ago that he got down sick, and only within a few days that his condition was considered serious, but peritonitis had begun its deadly work and loving hearts and willing hands could do nothing to ward off the onslaught of the angel of death.
Clyde was 18 years, 11 months and 27 days old and before he was taken sick the other members of the family had been planning to celebrate his nineteenth birthday on next Saturday but how different will be the day toward all looked toward with pleasure. Clyde's was the first death to break the family circle and the loving father, mother, brothers and sisters are well nigh heart broken, though through their tears they see the comforting face of Him in whom the departed one put his trust and hear the voice which says "I will never leave thee or forsake thee".
The Leader unites with the many friends in extending most heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
The funeral will take place this afternoon, services being conducted at First Presbyterian Church at 5 o'clock by Rev. McPareters.
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
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The Last Sad Rites
The funeral of Clyde Smith at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon was attended by over 500 people who listened to a touching but practical sermon by Rev. McPheeters who took for his text the words: "A goodly young man *** and he died". The church was beautifully decorated with palms, potted plants and flowers, prominent among them being a large cross and a vacant chair in white, appropriately draped and covered with roses, representing the loss to the Sunday school, of which he was a charter member and had long been the assistant secretary. The coffin was literally buried in floral offerings from friends of the deceased, prominent among the set pieces being a magnificent pillow of white petunias and carnations with the word "Safe" worked in pansies and a large anchor, offerings of the Sunday school, nearly a hundred members of which, headed by Clyde's teacher and classmates, had marched from the family residence on Cleveland avenue to the church and filled the whole east side of the building.
The music by the Mozart club and a few friends of the family was fine, and after the close of the services the longest cortege ever witnessed in Guthrie followed the body to its last resting place in Summit View cemetery.
The Daily Oklahoma State Capital. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 6, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1894
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LAST RITES
Clyde Smith Laid in Rest With Impressive Services
The funeral of Clyde C Smith, son of Dr and Mrs H L Smith, took place from the Presbyterian church at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. Wm. McPheeters. It was the largest funeral ever held in the city. The church was crowded to its utmost capacity by sorrowing friends of the deceased youth, and the decorations were profuse, they consisting of crowns, stars, wreaths and anchors made from fragrant flowers. The singing of the choir composed of those who knew the deceased in life, was rich and impressive. Rev. McPheeters took for his text: "A noble young man; he is dead." His tribute to the deceased was very touching.
After the services the remains of the deceased were viewed by the Sunday school, of which Clyde was a charter member, and of which he had served as assistant secretary ever since its organization, then followed the family and their host of friends. The remains were laid to rest in Summit View. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their hour of trouble.
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In Acknowledgment
To the many friends who were so kind to our loved one during his last illness and who came to our aid in the hour of great need, performing the many acts of love and Christian sympathy which came as shafts of sunshine through the dark clouds of grief, we wish to return our heartfelt thanks, praying God that he may long spare them from such times of sorrow and may send friends as kind and considerate when the clouds do gather.
H. L. Smith and Family
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 170, Ed. 1, Friday, June 22, 1894
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
Many thanks to Findagrave Contributor Cyndie who researched and found the obits for Clyde's memorial. Good job Cyndie...
DEATH OF CLYDE SMITH
A Bright and Moral Young Man Felled By the Grim Reaper
Expressions of sorrow and regret were heard on every side yesterday when it became known that Clyde Smith passed away.
A boy of quiet and lovable disposition, a young man of exemplary habits, none knew him but to love him, and his friends were numbered by the hundreds. Several weeks ago his heart began to fail as a result of over study, but it was less than a week ago that he got down sick, and only within a few days that his condition was considered serious, but peritonitis had begun its deadly work and loving hearts and willing hands could do nothing to ward off the onslaught of the angel of death.
Clyde was 18 years, 11 months and 27 days old and before he was taken sick the other members of the family had been planning to celebrate his nineteenth birthday on next Saturday but how different will be the day toward all looked toward with pleasure. Clyde's was the first death to break the family circle and the loving father, mother, brothers and sisters are well nigh heart broken, though through their tears they see the comforting face of Him in whom the departed one put his trust and hear the voice which says "I will never leave thee or forsake thee".
The Leader unites with the many friends in extending most heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
The funeral will take place this afternoon, services being conducted at First Presbyterian Church at 5 o'clock by Rev. McPareters.
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
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The Last Sad Rites
The funeral of Clyde Smith at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon was attended by over 500 people who listened to a touching but practical sermon by Rev. McPheeters who took for his text the words: "A goodly young man *** and he died". The church was beautifully decorated with palms, potted plants and flowers, prominent among them being a large cross and a vacant chair in white, appropriately draped and covered with roses, representing the loss to the Sunday school, of which he was a charter member and had long been the assistant secretary. The coffin was literally buried in floral offerings from friends of the deceased, prominent among the set pieces being a magnificent pillow of white petunias and carnations with the word "Safe" worked in pansies and a large anchor, offerings of the Sunday school, nearly a hundred members of which, headed by Clyde's teacher and classmates, had marched from the family residence on Cleveland avenue to the church and filled the whole east side of the building.
The music by the Mozart club and a few friends of the family was fine, and after the close of the services the longest cortege ever witnessed in Guthrie followed the body to its last resting place in Summit View cemetery.
The Daily Oklahoma State Capital. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 6, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1894
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LAST RITES
Clyde Smith Laid in Rest With Impressive Services
The funeral of Clyde C Smith, son of Dr and Mrs H L Smith, took place from the Presbyterian church at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. Wm. McPheeters. It was the largest funeral ever held in the city. The church was crowded to its utmost capacity by sorrowing friends of the deceased youth, and the decorations were profuse, they consisting of crowns, stars, wreaths and anchors made from fragrant flowers. The singing of the choir composed of those who knew the deceased in life, was rich and impressive. Rev. McPheeters took for his text: "A noble young man; he is dead." His tribute to the deceased was very touching.
After the services the remains of the deceased were viewed by the Sunday school, of which Clyde was a charter member, and of which he had served as assistant secretary ever since its organization, then followed the family and their host of friends. The remains were laid to rest in Summit View. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their hour of trouble.
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In Acknowledgment
To the many friends who were so kind to our loved one during his last illness and who came to our aid in the hour of great need, performing the many acts of love and Christian sympathy which came as shafts of sunshine through the dark clouds of grief, we wish to return our heartfelt thanks, praying God that he may long spare them from such times of sorrow and may send friends as kind and considerate when the clouds do gather.
H. L. Smith and Family
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 170, Ed. 1, Friday, June 22, 1894
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
Many thanks to Findagrave Contributor Cyndie who researched and found the obits for Clyde's memorial. Good job Cyndie...
A Bright and Moral Young Man Felled By the Grim Reaper
Expressions of sorrow and regret were heard on every side yesterday when it became known that Clyde Smith passed away.
A boy of quiet and lovable disposition, a young man of exemplary habits, none knew him but to love him, and his friends were numbered by the hundreds. Several weeks ago his heart began to fail as a result of over study, but it was less than a week ago that he got down sick, and only within a few days that his condition was considered serious, but peritonitis had begun its deadly work and loving hearts and willing hands could do nothing to ward off the onslaught of the angel of death.
Clyde was 18 years, 11 months and 27 days old and before he was taken sick the other members of the family had been planning to celebrate his nineteenth birthday on next Saturday but how different will be the day toward all looked toward with pleasure. Clyde's was the first death to break the family circle and the loving father, mother, brothers and sisters are well nigh heart broken, though through their tears they see the comforting face of Him in whom the departed one put his trust and hear the voice which says "I will never leave thee or forsake thee".
The Leader unites with the many friends in extending most heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.
The funeral will take place this afternoon, services being conducted at First Presbyterian Church at 5 o'clock by Rev. McPareters.
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
********************************
The Last Sad Rites
The funeral of Clyde Smith at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon was attended by over 500 people who listened to a touching but practical sermon by Rev. McPheeters who took for his text the words: "A goodly young man *** and he died". The church was beautifully decorated with palms, potted plants and flowers, prominent among them being a large cross and a vacant chair in white, appropriately draped and covered with roses, representing the loss to the Sunday school, of which he was a charter member and had long been the assistant secretary. The coffin was literally buried in floral offerings from friends of the deceased, prominent among the set pieces being a magnificent pillow of white petunias and carnations with the word "Safe" worked in pansies and a large anchor, offerings of the Sunday school, nearly a hundred members of which, headed by Clyde's teacher and classmates, had marched from the family residence on Cleveland avenue to the church and filled the whole east side of the building.
The music by the Mozart club and a few friends of the family was fine, and after the close of the services the longest cortege ever witnessed in Guthrie followed the body to its last resting place in Summit View cemetery.
The Daily Oklahoma State Capital. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 6, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1894
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LAST RITES
Clyde Smith Laid in Rest With Impressive Services
The funeral of Clyde C Smith, son of Dr and Mrs H L Smith, took place from the Presbyterian church at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. Wm. McPheeters. It was the largest funeral ever held in the city. The church was crowded to its utmost capacity by sorrowing friends of the deceased youth, and the decorations were profuse, they consisting of crowns, stars, wreaths and anchors made from fragrant flowers. The singing of the choir composed of those who knew the deceased in life, was rich and impressive. Rev. McPheeters took for his text: "A noble young man; he is dead." His tribute to the deceased was very touching.
After the services the remains of the deceased were viewed by the Sunday school, of which Clyde was a charter member, and of which he had served as assistant secretary ever since its organization, then followed the family and their host of friends. The remains were laid to rest in Summit View. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their hour of trouble.
****
In Acknowledgment
To the many friends who were so kind to our loved one during his last illness and who came to our aid in the hour of great need, performing the many acts of love and Christian sympathy which came as shafts of sunshine through the dark clouds of grief, we wish to return our heartfelt thanks, praying God that he may long spare them from such times of sorrow and may send friends as kind and considerate when the clouds do gather.
H. L. Smith and Family
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 170, Ed. 1, Friday, June 22, 1894
The Guthrie Daily Leader. (Guthrie, Okla.), Vol. 2, No. 43, Ed. 1, Thursday, June 21, 1894
Many thanks to Findagrave Contributor Cyndie who researched and found the obits for Clyde's memorial. Good job Cyndie...
