Estranged from wife ("Mary Gondek") who lived across the street while he lived with his mistress (unknown) who was their housekeeper. His relationship was solemnized several years before his death though she is not named in the obituary. List merely as his "widow".
Records show Anton arrived in the USA aboard the Steamship "Nurnberg" on Jan 24, 1884. Port of Departure was Brenmen, Germany and disembarked in Baltimore, MD. His calling is listed as "painter" and his destination "IL". He was 19 years of age, traveling with one suitcase and "Anna Kring" his 14 year old sister.
Anton is reported as being 34 in 1900 Census and birth year as 1866 which conflicts with other supporting records. Census confirms the 1884 immigration date with both parents listed as Germany (Polish) descent. 1910 Census indicates Swiss-German descent with both his parents born Swiss. He was listed as a "house painter" by trade who lives in Michigan City, Ward 3.
In the 1920 Census in Michigan City, Anton (56) is living with his sister "Marie Krause" (48) and his son John (11) is listed in the household as well. This location is listed as a "poultry farm". It is believe he separated from his wife around the birth of their last child in 1915. A 1929 Directory list him living at 1602 W 8th Michigan City, and wife as "May".
Being "Swiss" he was known as a good singer who yodeled. He spoke German. Was handsome and know as a "ladies man". In his later years he had white hair and wore a goatee.
He was a painter and decorator, associated with Elmer Blomquist of Michigan City, for many years. He was a "hard worker and had many friends who will regret his passing" per the obituary.
His sons drove him around town because he did not drive.
He died at his home at age 71 at 1602 West Tenth Street (possible misprint - 8th street the more likely life-long address), Michigan City, IN.
Records show Anton arrived in the USA aboard the Steamship "Nurnberg" on Jan 24, 1884. Port of Departure was Brenmen, Germany and disembarked in Baltimore, MD. His calling is listed as "painter" and his destination "IL". He was 19 years of age, traveling with one suitcase and "Anna Kring" his 14 year old sister.
Anton is reported as being 34 in 1900 Census and birth year as 1866 which conflicts with other supporting records. Census confirms the 1884 immigration date with both parents listed as Germany (Polish) descent. 1910 Census indicates Swiss-German descent with both his parents born Swiss. He was listed as a "house painter" by trade who lives in Michigan City, Ward 3.
In the 1920 Census in Michigan City, Anton (56) is living with his sister "Marie Krause" (48) and his son John (11) is listed in the household as well. This location is listed as a "poultry farm". It is believe he separated from his wife around the birth of their last child in 1915. A 1929 Directory list him living at 1602 W 8th Michigan City, and wife as "May".
Being "Swiss" he was known as a good singer who yodeled. He spoke German. Was handsome and know as a "ladies man". In his later years he had white hair and wore a goatee.
He was a painter and decorator, associated with Elmer Blomquist of Michigan City, for many years. He was a "hard worker and had many friends who will regret his passing" per the obituary.
His sons drove him around town because he did not drive.
He died at his home at age 71 at 1602 West Tenth Street (possible misprint - 8th street the more likely life-long address), Michigan City, IN.
Estranged from wife ("Mary Gondek") who lived across the street while he lived with his mistress (unknown) who was their housekeeper. His relationship was solemnized several years before his death though she is not named in the obituary. List merely as his "widow".
Records show Anton arrived in the USA aboard the Steamship "Nurnberg" on Jan 24, 1884. Port of Departure was Brenmen, Germany and disembarked in Baltimore, MD. His calling is listed as "painter" and his destination "IL". He was 19 years of age, traveling with one suitcase and "Anna Kring" his 14 year old sister.
Anton is reported as being 34 in 1900 Census and birth year as 1866 which conflicts with other supporting records. Census confirms the 1884 immigration date with both parents listed as Germany (Polish) descent. 1910 Census indicates Swiss-German descent with both his parents born Swiss. He was listed as a "house painter" by trade who lives in Michigan City, Ward 3.
In the 1920 Census in Michigan City, Anton (56) is living with his sister "Marie Krause" (48) and his son John (11) is listed in the household as well. This location is listed as a "poultry farm". It is believe he separated from his wife around the birth of their last child in 1915. A 1929 Directory list him living at 1602 W 8th Michigan City, and wife as "May".
Being "Swiss" he was known as a good singer who yodeled. He spoke German. Was handsome and know as a "ladies man". In his later years he had white hair and wore a goatee.
He was a painter and decorator, associated with Elmer Blomquist of Michigan City, for many years. He was a "hard worker and had many friends who will regret his passing" per the obituary.
His sons drove him around town because he did not drive.
He died at his home at age 71 at 1602 West Tenth Street (possible misprint - 8th street the more likely life-long address), Michigan City, IN.
Records show Anton arrived in the USA aboard the Steamship "Nurnberg" on Jan 24, 1884. Port of Departure was Brenmen, Germany and disembarked in Baltimore, MD. His calling is listed as "painter" and his destination "IL". He was 19 years of age, traveling with one suitcase and "Anna Kring" his 14 year old sister.
Anton is reported as being 34 in 1900 Census and birth year as 1866 which conflicts with other supporting records. Census confirms the 1884 immigration date with both parents listed as Germany (Polish) descent. 1910 Census indicates Swiss-German descent with both his parents born Swiss. He was listed as a "house painter" by trade who lives in Michigan City, Ward 3.
In the 1920 Census in Michigan City, Anton (56) is living with his sister "Marie Krause" (48) and his son John (11) is listed in the household as well. This location is listed as a "poultry farm". It is believe he separated from his wife around the birth of their last child in 1915. A 1929 Directory list him living at 1602 W 8th Michigan City, and wife as "May".
Being "Swiss" he was known as a good singer who yodeled. He spoke German. Was handsome and know as a "ladies man". In his later years he had white hair and wore a goatee.
He was a painter and decorator, associated with Elmer Blomquist of Michigan City, for many years. He was a "hard worker and had many friends who will regret his passing" per the obituary.
His sons drove him around town because he did not drive.
He died at his home at age 71 at 1602 West Tenth Street (possible misprint - 8th street the more likely life-long address), Michigan City, IN.
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