Clara was the daughter of William Paul Bucher and Canadian immigrant Ida Buker (sp?), who married circa 1871. They had three children together (per Ida on the 1910 Census).
I found the family on the 1880 Census, living in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana. Paul Bucher, “Butcher” on the record, aged 29, was, ironically, earning a living as a butcher. Wife Ida, noted as Liza B. on the record (how did THAT happen? Age was correct, Canada birthplace was correct…), aged 20, was home with daughter Clary, aged 7.
Without the 1890 Census, it isn’t until 1900 that we get to check back in the family. Paul, his surname again noted as “Butcher” in the record, aged 50, was still earning a living as a butcher. Ida, aged 48, reported that she had only had one child, and that that child was still living. Clara was not with her parents however. She had married first-husband Homer Watson on 29 Nov 1895, but I couldn't find them in 1900. I did find her in 1910, aged 33 (25 on the record), divorced, and living in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, where she was employed as a store clerk. She was lodging with Frederick and Clara Phillips and their son George that census year. Five years later, on 17 Jul 1915, Clara would marry second husband Herbert W. Bortree, the son of Charles Bortree, and Harriet L. Labar.
By the year 1920, Clara, aged 43, and husband Herbert Bortree had moved to Plymouth, and were living at 222 Michigan Street. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant. Clara, 48, was keeping house.There were no children with them.
Five months after that census was enumerated, Clara's father Paul Bucher died at age 70. Clara’s mother Ida appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 72, living at 210 Garro Street. Head of household was Clara Bortree, aged 52, also noted as a widow. Clara’s second husband Herbert Bortree had died in 1927 at age 68 or 69, victim of a stroke.
A year after that census, Clara's mother Ida died on 9 Feb 1931 at age 73. Clara had her laid to rest next to her father Paul Bucher here in Oak Hill.
Three years after her mother died, Clara married for a third time, exchanging vows with Fred Edward Robbins on 17 Nov 1934 in Lake Co., Indiana. Fred was the son of Dr. Alfred Horn Robbins and wife Cornelia G. Hilton. It was a second marriage for Fred. He had first married Elizabeth C. Foster on 2 Sep 1918 in St. Joseph Co., Indiana. Elizabeth had died in 1932. They do not appear to have had any children together.
Clara, aged 62, and third husband Fred Robbins, aged 60, appeared together on the 1940 Census, still living at the 210 E. Garro St. address in Plymouth. Fred was working as the operator of a steam bath. Fred’s previous occupations included car salesman in 1910, machinery inspector in 1920, two years between 1921-23 in Columbia, South America working for the United Fruit Co. and as an engineer, and electrical mechanic for a machinery company in 1930.
No death year was ever engraved on Clara’s headstone but her death certificate gives New Years Day 1 Jan 1957 as such, and indicates that she was buried here in Oak Hill. Her parents’ stones are to one side, third husband Fred Robbins (died in 1950) next to her on the other side, with second-husband Herbert Bortree just beyond him.
Herbert was the son of Charles Bortree and Harriet L. Labar
Two years after that census, Herbert married first-wife Patience Edna Durrell on 20 Dec 1882 in Cook Co., Illinois. I found two children for them—Charles Herbert (12 Sep 1883 – 14 Nov 1956) and Lillian Edna (9 Sep 1891 - unknown).
In 1906, Herbert acquired property and built a summer home in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana, about a two-hour drive from Chicago. (From: The Weekly Republican, Plymouth, IN – Thu 15 Feb 1906 pg. 8) “Stephen W. Jackson and wife to Herbert W. Bortree etal, lot 19 Pretty Lake; $600.” (From: The Culver Citizen, Culver, IN – Thu 8 Nov 1906 pg. 5) “Walter S. Howard to Herbert W. Bortree, lot 18, Pretty Lake. $150.”
Sadly, two years later, the family lost wife and mother Patience on 19 Jan 1908, aged 43. I couldn’t find Herbert or the two children on the 1910 Census.
Three months later, Herbert married second-wife Clara Watson (nee Bucher) on 17 Jul 1915.
The 1920 Census placed them at 222 Michigan St. in Plymouth. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant (see description that follows). Clara, aged 48, was keeping house. There were no children with them.
(From: The Argos Reflector, Argos, IN – Thu 17 Mar 1927 pg. 11) “H.W. BORTREE. Everything in Hardward, Hoosier Paints and Sporting Goods. Mr. Bortree is located in Plymouth, Ind., at 200 N. Michigan St. and is ready to serve you with Hoosier Paints, hardware and sundries, tools, guns, ammunition and sporting goods. The store of this prominent hardware dealer is well known by farmers, suburban residents and businessmen in this section. He had kept thoroughly abreast of the times by carrying in his store a line of hardware and supplies for which he has almost daily calls. Mr. H.W. Bortree in Plymouth has such an institution that is alive and wide awake to what is going on in the community. When he knows what the people in general are thinking about he knows just about what they will want to purchase in the way of hardware and carries that kind of stock. Mr. H.W. Bortree handles a high grade line of ‘Hoosier’ Paints and can supply your wants on short notice. Farmers all through this section should know ‘Hoosier Paints’ for it is Hoosier made and has the widely known Hoosier reputation for long lasting qualities. He has a well kept stock of Hoosier line of paints, and this line has a paint for every purpose. It makes no difference if you wish to paint your house, outbuildings, barn, or what not, he can supply you with the proper paint for that purpose. His prices are moderate in relation to the high quality sold. This prominent dealer is thoroughly familiar with paint problems and can give you valuable information as to the amount of paint and colors that will help make the finished job attractive. When it comes to cutlery, tools, and shelf hardware this dealer carries an endless array for your selection. At this store you will not hear that never to be forgotten alibi ‘Just out’ for his hardware stock is most complete. Mr. H.W. Bortree has had years of experience in the hardware business and when you ask his advice on most any point concerning hardware lines you will receive a reply that can be depended upon. When it come to garden supplies you will always find at this store a line of tools that keep in harmony with modern gardening. It makes no difference if it is some special garden tool, to use by hand for cultivation or some sprays or sprayers you will find it at this modern 20th Century Hardware Store. In compiling this Annual Farmers’ and Business Men’s Review there is no one whom we wish to commend more than Mr. H.W. Bortree whose model hardware store is the center of activity for farmers in this section. We have found him constantly striving to keep always abreast with the times and in doing so has made his store a credit to this community.”
A month after that write-up appeared in the paper, Herbert suddenly died on 22 Apr 1927, after having a stroke.
Clara appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 52, living with her widowed mother Ida at 210 Garro St. in Plymouth.
I found the family on the 1880 Census, living in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana. Paul Bucher, “Butcher” on the record, aged 29, was, ironically, earning a living as a butcher. Wife Ida, noted as Liza B. on the record (how did THAT happen? Age was correct, Canada birthplace was correct…), aged 20, was home with daughter Clary, aged 7.
Without the 1890 Census, it isn’t until 1900 that we get to check back in the family. Paul, his surname again noted as “Butcher” in the record, aged 50, was still earning a living as a butcher. Ida, aged 48, reported that she had only had one child, and that that child was still living. Clara was not with her parents however. She had married first-husband Homer Watson on 29 Nov 1895, but I couldn't find them in 1900. I did find her in 1910, aged 33 (25 on the record), divorced, and living in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, where she was employed as a store clerk. She was lodging with Frederick and Clara Phillips and their son George that census year. Five years later, on 17 Jul 1915, Clara would marry second husband Herbert W. Bortree, the son of Charles Bortree, and Harriet L. Labar.
By the year 1920, Clara, aged 43, and husband Herbert Bortree had moved to Plymouth, and were living at 222 Michigan Street. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant. Clara, 48, was keeping house.There were no children with them.
Five months after that census was enumerated, Clara's father Paul Bucher died at age 70. Clara’s mother Ida appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 72, living at 210 Garro Street. Head of household was Clara Bortree, aged 52, also noted as a widow. Clara’s second husband Herbert Bortree had died in 1927 at age 68 or 69, victim of a stroke.
A year after that census, Clara's mother Ida died on 9 Feb 1931 at age 73. Clara had her laid to rest next to her father Paul Bucher here in Oak Hill.
Three years after her mother died, Clara married for a third time, exchanging vows with Fred Edward Robbins on 17 Nov 1934 in Lake Co., Indiana. Fred was the son of Dr. Alfred Horn Robbins and wife Cornelia G. Hilton. It was a second marriage for Fred. He had first married Elizabeth C. Foster on 2 Sep 1918 in St. Joseph Co., Indiana. Elizabeth had died in 1932. They do not appear to have had any children together.
Clara, aged 62, and third husband Fred Robbins, aged 60, appeared together on the 1940 Census, still living at the 210 E. Garro St. address in Plymouth. Fred was working as the operator of a steam bath. Fred’s previous occupations included car salesman in 1910, machinery inspector in 1920, two years between 1921-23 in Columbia, South America working for the United Fruit Co. and as an engineer, and electrical mechanic for a machinery company in 1930.
No death year was ever engraved on Clara’s headstone but her death certificate gives New Years Day 1 Jan 1957 as such, and indicates that she was buried here in Oak Hill. Her parents’ stones are to one side, third husband Fred Robbins (died in 1950) next to her on the other side, with second-husband Herbert Bortree just beyond him.
Herbert was the son of Charles Bortree and Harriet L. Labar
Two years after that census, Herbert married first-wife Patience Edna Durrell on 20 Dec 1882 in Cook Co., Illinois. I found two children for them—Charles Herbert (12 Sep 1883 – 14 Nov 1956) and Lillian Edna (9 Sep 1891 - unknown).
In 1906, Herbert acquired property and built a summer home in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana, about a two-hour drive from Chicago. (From: The Weekly Republican, Plymouth, IN – Thu 15 Feb 1906 pg. 8) “Stephen W. Jackson and wife to Herbert W. Bortree etal, lot 19 Pretty Lake; $600.” (From: The Culver Citizen, Culver, IN – Thu 8 Nov 1906 pg. 5) “Walter S. Howard to Herbert W. Bortree, lot 18, Pretty Lake. $150.”
Sadly, two years later, the family lost wife and mother Patience on 19 Jan 1908, aged 43. I couldn’t find Herbert or the two children on the 1910 Census.
Three months later, Herbert married second-wife Clara Watson (nee Bucher) on 17 Jul 1915.
The 1920 Census placed them at 222 Michigan St. in Plymouth. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant (see description that follows). Clara, aged 48, was keeping house. There were no children with them.
(From: The Argos Reflector, Argos, IN – Thu 17 Mar 1927 pg. 11) “H.W. BORTREE. Everything in Hardward, Hoosier Paints and Sporting Goods. Mr. Bortree is located in Plymouth, Ind., at 200 N. Michigan St. and is ready to serve you with Hoosier Paints, hardware and sundries, tools, guns, ammunition and sporting goods. The store of this prominent hardware dealer is well known by farmers, suburban residents and businessmen in this section. He had kept thoroughly abreast of the times by carrying in his store a line of hardware and supplies for which he has almost daily calls. Mr. H.W. Bortree in Plymouth has such an institution that is alive and wide awake to what is going on in the community. When he knows what the people in general are thinking about he knows just about what they will want to purchase in the way of hardware and carries that kind of stock. Mr. H.W. Bortree handles a high grade line of ‘Hoosier’ Paints and can supply your wants on short notice. Farmers all through this section should know ‘Hoosier Paints’ for it is Hoosier made and has the widely known Hoosier reputation for long lasting qualities. He has a well kept stock of Hoosier line of paints, and this line has a paint for every purpose. It makes no difference if you wish to paint your house, outbuildings, barn, or what not, he can supply you with the proper paint for that purpose. His prices are moderate in relation to the high quality sold. This prominent dealer is thoroughly familiar with paint problems and can give you valuable information as to the amount of paint and colors that will help make the finished job attractive. When it comes to cutlery, tools, and shelf hardware this dealer carries an endless array for your selection. At this store you will not hear that never to be forgotten alibi ‘Just out’ for his hardware stock is most complete. Mr. H.W. Bortree has had years of experience in the hardware business and when you ask his advice on most any point concerning hardware lines you will receive a reply that can be depended upon. When it come to garden supplies you will always find at this store a line of tools that keep in harmony with modern gardening. It makes no difference if it is some special garden tool, to use by hand for cultivation or some sprays or sprayers you will find it at this modern 20th Century Hardware Store. In compiling this Annual Farmers’ and Business Men’s Review there is no one whom we wish to commend more than Mr. H.W. Bortree whose model hardware store is the center of activity for farmers in this section. We have found him constantly striving to keep always abreast with the times and in doing so has made his store a credit to this community.”
A month after that write-up appeared in the paper, Herbert suddenly died on 22 Apr 1927, after having a stroke.
Clara appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 52, living with her widowed mother Ida at 210 Garro St. in Plymouth.
Clara was the daughter of William Paul Bucher and Canadian immigrant Ida Buker (sp?), who married circa 1871. They had three children together (per Ida on the 1910 Census).
I found the family on the 1880 Census, living in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana. Paul Bucher, “Butcher” on the record, aged 29, was, ironically, earning a living as a butcher. Wife Ida, noted as Liza B. on the record (how did THAT happen? Age was correct, Canada birthplace was correct…), aged 20, was home with daughter Clary, aged 7.
Without the 1890 Census, it isn’t until 1900 that we get to check back in the family. Paul, his surname again noted as “Butcher” in the record, aged 50, was still earning a living as a butcher. Ida, aged 48, reported that she had only had one child, and that that child was still living. Clara was not with her parents however. She had married first-husband Homer Watson on 29 Nov 1895, but I couldn't find them in 1900. I did find her in 1910, aged 33 (25 on the record), divorced, and living in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, where she was employed as a store clerk. She was lodging with Frederick and Clara Phillips and their son George that census year. Five years later, on 17 Jul 1915, Clara would marry second husband Herbert W. Bortree, the son of Charles Bortree, and Harriet L. Labar.
By the year 1920, Clara, aged 43, and husband Herbert Bortree had moved to Plymouth, and were living at 222 Michigan Street. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant. Clara, 48, was keeping house.There were no children with them.
Five months after that census was enumerated, Clara's father Paul Bucher died at age 70. Clara’s mother Ida appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 72, living at 210 Garro Street. Head of household was Clara Bortree, aged 52, also noted as a widow. Clara’s second husband Herbert Bortree had died in 1927 at age 68 or 69, victim of a stroke.
A year after that census, Clara's mother Ida died on 9 Feb 1931 at age 73. Clara had her laid to rest next to her father Paul Bucher here in Oak Hill.
Three years after her mother died, Clara married for a third time, exchanging vows with Fred Edward Robbins on 17 Nov 1934 in Lake Co., Indiana. Fred was the son of Dr. Alfred Horn Robbins and wife Cornelia G. Hilton. It was a second marriage for Fred. He had first married Elizabeth C. Foster on 2 Sep 1918 in St. Joseph Co., Indiana. Elizabeth had died in 1932. They do not appear to have had any children together.
Clara, aged 62, and third husband Fred Robbins, aged 60, appeared together on the 1940 Census, still living at the 210 E. Garro St. address in Plymouth. Fred was working as the operator of a steam bath. Fred’s previous occupations included car salesman in 1910, machinery inspector in 1920, two years between 1921-23 in Columbia, South America working for the United Fruit Co. and as an engineer, and electrical mechanic for a machinery company in 1930.
No death year was ever engraved on Clara’s headstone but her death certificate gives New Years Day 1 Jan 1957 as such, and indicates that she was buried here in Oak Hill. Her parents’ stones are to one side, third husband Fred Robbins (died in 1950) next to her on the other side, with second-husband Herbert Bortree just beyond him.
Herbert was the son of Charles Bortree and Harriet L. Labar
Two years after that census, Herbert married first-wife Patience Edna Durrell on 20 Dec 1882 in Cook Co., Illinois. I found two children for them—Charles Herbert (12 Sep 1883 – 14 Nov 1956) and Lillian Edna (9 Sep 1891 - unknown).
In 1906, Herbert acquired property and built a summer home in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana, about a two-hour drive from Chicago. (From: The Weekly Republican, Plymouth, IN – Thu 15 Feb 1906 pg. 8) “Stephen W. Jackson and wife to Herbert W. Bortree etal, lot 19 Pretty Lake; $600.” (From: The Culver Citizen, Culver, IN – Thu 8 Nov 1906 pg. 5) “Walter S. Howard to Herbert W. Bortree, lot 18, Pretty Lake. $150.”
Sadly, two years later, the family lost wife and mother Patience on 19 Jan 1908, aged 43. I couldn’t find Herbert or the two children on the 1910 Census.
Three months later, Herbert married second-wife Clara Watson (nee Bucher) on 17 Jul 1915.
The 1920 Census placed them at 222 Michigan St. in Plymouth. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant (see description that follows). Clara, aged 48, was keeping house. There were no children with them.
(From: The Argos Reflector, Argos, IN – Thu 17 Mar 1927 pg. 11) “H.W. BORTREE. Everything in Hardward, Hoosier Paints and Sporting Goods. Mr. Bortree is located in Plymouth, Ind., at 200 N. Michigan St. and is ready to serve you with Hoosier Paints, hardware and sundries, tools, guns, ammunition and sporting goods. The store of this prominent hardware dealer is well known by farmers, suburban residents and businessmen in this section. He had kept thoroughly abreast of the times by carrying in his store a line of hardware and supplies for which he has almost daily calls. Mr. H.W. Bortree in Plymouth has such an institution that is alive and wide awake to what is going on in the community. When he knows what the people in general are thinking about he knows just about what they will want to purchase in the way of hardware and carries that kind of stock. Mr. H.W. Bortree handles a high grade line of ‘Hoosier’ Paints and can supply your wants on short notice. Farmers all through this section should know ‘Hoosier Paints’ for it is Hoosier made and has the widely known Hoosier reputation for long lasting qualities. He has a well kept stock of Hoosier line of paints, and this line has a paint for every purpose. It makes no difference if you wish to paint your house, outbuildings, barn, or what not, he can supply you with the proper paint for that purpose. His prices are moderate in relation to the high quality sold. This prominent dealer is thoroughly familiar with paint problems and can give you valuable information as to the amount of paint and colors that will help make the finished job attractive. When it comes to cutlery, tools, and shelf hardware this dealer carries an endless array for your selection. At this store you will not hear that never to be forgotten alibi ‘Just out’ for his hardware stock is most complete. Mr. H.W. Bortree has had years of experience in the hardware business and when you ask his advice on most any point concerning hardware lines you will receive a reply that can be depended upon. When it come to garden supplies you will always find at this store a line of tools that keep in harmony with modern gardening. It makes no difference if it is some special garden tool, to use by hand for cultivation or some sprays or sprayers you will find it at this modern 20th Century Hardware Store. In compiling this Annual Farmers’ and Business Men’s Review there is no one whom we wish to commend more than Mr. H.W. Bortree whose model hardware store is the center of activity for farmers in this section. We have found him constantly striving to keep always abreast with the times and in doing so has made his store a credit to this community.”
A month after that write-up appeared in the paper, Herbert suddenly died on 22 Apr 1927, after having a stroke.
Clara appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 52, living with her widowed mother Ida at 210 Garro St. in Plymouth.
I found the family on the 1880 Census, living in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana. Paul Bucher, “Butcher” on the record, aged 29, was, ironically, earning a living as a butcher. Wife Ida, noted as Liza B. on the record (how did THAT happen? Age was correct, Canada birthplace was correct…), aged 20, was home with daughter Clary, aged 7.
Without the 1890 Census, it isn’t until 1900 that we get to check back in the family. Paul, his surname again noted as “Butcher” in the record, aged 50, was still earning a living as a butcher. Ida, aged 48, reported that she had only had one child, and that that child was still living. Clara was not with her parents however. She had married first-husband Homer Watson on 29 Nov 1895, but I couldn't find them in 1900. I did find her in 1910, aged 33 (25 on the record), divorced, and living in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, where she was employed as a store clerk. She was lodging with Frederick and Clara Phillips and their son George that census year. Five years later, on 17 Jul 1915, Clara would marry second husband Herbert W. Bortree, the son of Charles Bortree, and Harriet L. Labar.
By the year 1920, Clara, aged 43, and husband Herbert Bortree had moved to Plymouth, and were living at 222 Michigan Street. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant. Clara, 48, was keeping house.There were no children with them.
Five months after that census was enumerated, Clara's father Paul Bucher died at age 70. Clara’s mother Ida appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 72, living at 210 Garro Street. Head of household was Clara Bortree, aged 52, also noted as a widow. Clara’s second husband Herbert Bortree had died in 1927 at age 68 or 69, victim of a stroke.
A year after that census, Clara's mother Ida died on 9 Feb 1931 at age 73. Clara had her laid to rest next to her father Paul Bucher here in Oak Hill.
Three years after her mother died, Clara married for a third time, exchanging vows with Fred Edward Robbins on 17 Nov 1934 in Lake Co., Indiana. Fred was the son of Dr. Alfred Horn Robbins and wife Cornelia G. Hilton. It was a second marriage for Fred. He had first married Elizabeth C. Foster on 2 Sep 1918 in St. Joseph Co., Indiana. Elizabeth had died in 1932. They do not appear to have had any children together.
Clara, aged 62, and third husband Fred Robbins, aged 60, appeared together on the 1940 Census, still living at the 210 E. Garro St. address in Plymouth. Fred was working as the operator of a steam bath. Fred’s previous occupations included car salesman in 1910, machinery inspector in 1920, two years between 1921-23 in Columbia, South America working for the United Fruit Co. and as an engineer, and electrical mechanic for a machinery company in 1930.
No death year was ever engraved on Clara’s headstone but her death certificate gives New Years Day 1 Jan 1957 as such, and indicates that she was buried here in Oak Hill. Her parents’ stones are to one side, third husband Fred Robbins (died in 1950) next to her on the other side, with second-husband Herbert Bortree just beyond him.
Herbert was the son of Charles Bortree and Harriet L. Labar
Two years after that census, Herbert married first-wife Patience Edna Durrell on 20 Dec 1882 in Cook Co., Illinois. I found two children for them—Charles Herbert (12 Sep 1883 – 14 Nov 1956) and Lillian Edna (9 Sep 1891 - unknown).
In 1906, Herbert acquired property and built a summer home in Plymouth, Marshall Co., Indiana, about a two-hour drive from Chicago. (From: The Weekly Republican, Plymouth, IN – Thu 15 Feb 1906 pg. 8) “Stephen W. Jackson and wife to Herbert W. Bortree etal, lot 19 Pretty Lake; $600.” (From: The Culver Citizen, Culver, IN – Thu 8 Nov 1906 pg. 5) “Walter S. Howard to Herbert W. Bortree, lot 18, Pretty Lake. $150.”
Sadly, two years later, the family lost wife and mother Patience on 19 Jan 1908, aged 43. I couldn’t find Herbert or the two children on the 1910 Census.
Three months later, Herbert married second-wife Clara Watson (nee Bucher) on 17 Jul 1915.
The 1920 Census placed them at 222 Michigan St. in Plymouth. Herbert, aged 60, was a hardware merchant (see description that follows). Clara, aged 48, was keeping house. There were no children with them.
(From: The Argos Reflector, Argos, IN – Thu 17 Mar 1927 pg. 11) “H.W. BORTREE. Everything in Hardward, Hoosier Paints and Sporting Goods. Mr. Bortree is located in Plymouth, Ind., at 200 N. Michigan St. and is ready to serve you with Hoosier Paints, hardware and sundries, tools, guns, ammunition and sporting goods. The store of this prominent hardware dealer is well known by farmers, suburban residents and businessmen in this section. He had kept thoroughly abreast of the times by carrying in his store a line of hardware and supplies for which he has almost daily calls. Mr. H.W. Bortree in Plymouth has such an institution that is alive and wide awake to what is going on in the community. When he knows what the people in general are thinking about he knows just about what they will want to purchase in the way of hardware and carries that kind of stock. Mr. H.W. Bortree handles a high grade line of ‘Hoosier’ Paints and can supply your wants on short notice. Farmers all through this section should know ‘Hoosier Paints’ for it is Hoosier made and has the widely known Hoosier reputation for long lasting qualities. He has a well kept stock of Hoosier line of paints, and this line has a paint for every purpose. It makes no difference if you wish to paint your house, outbuildings, barn, or what not, he can supply you with the proper paint for that purpose. His prices are moderate in relation to the high quality sold. This prominent dealer is thoroughly familiar with paint problems and can give you valuable information as to the amount of paint and colors that will help make the finished job attractive. When it comes to cutlery, tools, and shelf hardware this dealer carries an endless array for your selection. At this store you will not hear that never to be forgotten alibi ‘Just out’ for his hardware stock is most complete. Mr. H.W. Bortree has had years of experience in the hardware business and when you ask his advice on most any point concerning hardware lines you will receive a reply that can be depended upon. When it come to garden supplies you will always find at this store a line of tools that keep in harmony with modern gardening. It makes no difference if it is some special garden tool, to use by hand for cultivation or some sprays or sprayers you will find it at this modern 20th Century Hardware Store. In compiling this Annual Farmers’ and Business Men’s Review there is no one whom we wish to commend more than Mr. H.W. Bortree whose model hardware store is the center of activity for farmers in this section. We have found him constantly striving to keep always abreast with the times and in doing so has made his store a credit to this community.”
A month after that write-up appeared in the paper, Herbert suddenly died on 22 Apr 1927, after having a stroke.
Clara appeared without him on the 1930 Census, widowed, aged 52, living with her widowed mother Ida at 210 Garro St. in Plymouth.
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