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Wesley and Betty (Raine) Cruse, 1N 45W



In 1850 Scotland County, Missouri, Joseph S. Rain is farming, 53, Mary A. Rain 39, James Rain 20, George W. Rain 18, Joseph S. Rain 16, Nancy V. Rain 11, Betty Rain 5, born in Kentucky, Mahala L. Rain 0, and Martha A. Cockrill 16.

Joseph Shelton Raine BIRTH 8 Nov 1796 Campbell County, Virginia, DEATH 9 Sep 1880 Fairmont, Clark County, Missouri, BURIAL Bear Creek Cemetery Washington Township, Clark County, Missouri, MEMORIAL ID 69363409.
Mary Ann Dillard Raine BIRTH 19 Nov 1810 Kentucky, DEATH 11 Oct 1882 Missouri, BURIAL Bear Creek Cemetery Washington Township, Clark County, Missouri, MEMORIAL ID 29186971.

NANCY RAINE YATES

Betty had a sister Nancy in 1900 Weld County, Colorado, John H. Yates 57, Nancy Yates 61 Wife, Lulu Yates 18 Daughter, John W. Yates 16 Son, Alfred Raine 25 Servant, and Albert Shanitt 28 Servant.

(Alfred Raine would be a nephew of Nancy.)

September 1905 "Mr. Yates and wife and Mrs. Lulu Tegor of Greeley, came up to visit relatives in this vicinity for a week. Mrs. Yates is a sister to Mrs. Wesley Cruse. Mrs. Pearl Dake and little Ruth visited with her mother at the Crossings Saturday and Sunday."

Nancy Virginia Raine Yates BIRTH 16 Nov 1838 DEATH 30 Oct 1906 BURIAL Eaton Cemetery Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 73500645.
"Tuesday evening, October 30, at her home in Eaton, Mrs. Nancy Yates, wife of John Yates, died, aged 66 years. She is survived by her husband, and six children, Thomas and John Yates, Mrs. G. W. Hill, Mrs. J. Teague, of Eaton, Mrs. Wm. Hockley of Greeley, and Mrs. Charles Pixler, of Ault. The funeral services were held at the Congregational church Thursday afternoon and interment was made in the Eaton cemetery, Rev. S. C. Dickinson, pastor of the Congregational church, officiating.
Mr. and Mrs. Yates came to the Eaton country about tweny years ago."

ALBERT RAINE - son of James Dillard Raine BIRTH 13 May 1830 Kentucky, DEATH 12 Jun 1892 Missouri, USA BURIAL Bear Creek Cemetery Washington Township, Clark County, Missouri, MEMORIAL ID 75787919.

James Alfred Raine BIRTH 1875 DEATH 5 Sep 1946 Olmsted County, Minnesota, USA BURIAL Liberty Cemetery Grant County, Oklahoma, USA MEMORIAL ID 78320304.
"J.A. "Al" Raine, well known farmer of the Alfalfa community where he had lived the past 40 years, died at Rochester, Minn., Sept. 5, where he had gone last week on account of his health. Altho he had been in failing health for a long time he had not given up active work on his farm. Services were held in the Carnegie Methodist church at 10 a.m. Monday by the pastor, Rev. Leroy Simmons. Bearers were J.H. Maxson, W.W. Rutherford, Chas. Ditwiler, Ira Ray, C.L. Hancock and A.M. Kelly. The Pitchers were in charge of arrangements. Burial was made in the Liberty church cemetery at Jefferson, former home of the family. James Alfred Raine was born in Clark County, Mo., in 1875 and was 71 years old at the time of his death. He spent his boyhood days in Clark county where he attended public schools. Later he lived in Greeley, Colo. He was married to Miss Lillie McDowell in 1903 and to them three children were born, two having died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Raine lived at Jefferson two years and Lamont three years where he was engaged in wheat farming. In 1908 the family located east of Alfalfa where they have since lived. Mr. Raine joined the Methodist church in 1907.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Lillie Raine; his only daughter, Mrs. James Eddie Park; two grandchildren, Ila Dee and James Richard Park of Clapham, New Mexico; a brother, Thos. Raine, and nephew, Everett Raine of Gorin, Mo., and a sister, Mrs. Sara Lee Davis, of Rutledge, Mo., all of whom with Mr. Park were here for the funeral service. Two sisters, Mrs. Emma Kildue, Wyconda, Mo., and Mrs. Amanda Hottle, Los Angeles, and a number of nephews and nieces and other near relatives including Mrs. J.H. Maxson of Carnegie, also survive."

February 1962 Carnegee, Oklahoma " Word has been received of the death of Mrs. J. A. Raine, Clayton, N. M., a former resident of the Alfalfa community for many years. Funeral services were at 3 pm February 9 in Clayton. Interment was at the Liberty cemeterv at Jefferson, Oklahoma, the following day.
Lillie McDole was born in Clark county, Mo., on March 25, 1875. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jim Park, near Clayton, Wednesday, February 8. In 1902 at LaBelle, Mo, she was married to James Alfred Raine, also from Clark county. Soon after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Raine moved to Grant county, Okla., where they lived for about five years. They then bought and moved to a farm one mile east of Alfalfa. Three children were born to them, two dying in infancy. They made their home in the Alfalfa community until the death of Mr. Raine in September, 1946. Mrs. Raine sold the farm on which Neil Horn now resides and moved to New Mexico to make her home with her daughter. She had been a member of the Methodist church for many years and continued to keep her membership in the Alfada church. She is survived by the daughter, Mrs Park: two grandchildren, Mrs. Jake Mitchell of Amarillo, and James Richard Park, Clayton; and two greatgrandchildren, James Dee and Jonnie Pat Mitchell."

WESLEY AND BETTY
Wesley Cruese Marriage Date: 25 Jan 1866 Marriage Place: Clark, Missouri, Betsy A. Raine.

In 1880 Scotland County, Missouri, Wesly Cruse is 37, Bettsy A. Cruse 34 Wife, Joseph R. Cruse 13 Son, Mary L. Cruse 9 Daughter, Michel M. Cruse 8 Son, Tilitha O. Cruse 2 Daughter, and Lily P. Cruse 8/12 Daughter.





Wesley Cruse proved up 160 acres in section 6, 1N 44W and 1, 1N 45W in 1895.

September 11, 1919 "Wesley Cruse, aged 76 years, 3 months, one of the best known men of the southern part of the county, died yesterday morning at his home in Morrison, dropsy and other complications being the cause.
Mr. Cruse was a native of Indiana, but came to Colorado from Missouri 34 years ago, first locating at Yuma. Ten years later he moved to Jefferson county, and had made his home in this county since that time. He was engaged in farming near Pine for many years, but two years ago he retired from active business and he and his wife moved to Morrison. Deceased is survived by his wife and three sons and three daughters, County Commissioner Joseph Cruse, Mrs. M. D. Newland, N. N. Cruse, Mrs. Charles Long, Mrs. A. H. Dake, and N. W. Cruse. In addition he leaves scores of true friends, who knew him as a splendid gentleman, honest and fair in all business dealings, and a citizen who was a credit to his community. Funeral services will be held at Conifer tomorrow afternoon, the arrangements being in charge of Woods & Sanders."
Wesley French Cruse BIRTH 15 May 1843 DEATH 10 Sep 1919 Conifer, Colorado, BURIAL Conifer Cemetery MEMORIAL ID 63933298
June 16, 1921 "Mrs. Betty A. Cruse, a prominent Jefferson county resident, passed away last Thursday, June 9, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. H. Dake. of Pine. Mrs. Cruse was visiting in Pine when suddenly taken ill, and her unexpected death was due to double pneumonia, which developed. Mrs. Cruse was the widow of the late Wesley Cruse, who died about two years ago, and had made her home in Morrison for many years.
She was born in Louisiana, June 1m 1846, and was 75 years old at the time of her death. She was the mother of Joseph Cruse, formerly county commissioner.
Funeral services were held Friday, at the Conifer school house, followed with burial in the Conifer cemetery. The arrangements were by Woods and Sanders. "


Bettie A. Raine Cruse BIRTH 1 Jun 1846 Kentucky, DEATH 9 Jun 1921 Jefferson County, Colorado, BURIAL Conifer Cemetery, MEMORIAL ID 63933299.

JOSEPH

In 1880 Jefferson County, Colorado, James Kemp is farming, 40, Mary F. 35, Jessie R. 21, Lydia F. 15, George W. 13, Robt H. 11, Lucy C. 9, Joseph S. 7, Hellen N. 3, and Robert 1.

Frances Mary Goodsell Kemp BIRTH 17 May 1841 England DEATH 15 Nov 1915 Denver, Colorado, BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 21226686.


J. R. Cruse and Lucy Kemp married 23 Apr 1890 in Hutchinson, Jefferson, Colorado.

"Lucy is the daughter of James KEMP and Frances Mary GOODSELL. She married Joseph R. CRUSE 23 Apr 1890 in Conifer. They were married the same day as her sister Sadie (Sarah) KEMP and Lincoln DARK. The ceremony was performed at home by her father Reverend Kemp. On her 85th birthday, she was quoted in the Rocky Mountain Newspaper that it was her happy memories that made her lonely. "I remember the big dinners at home when I was a child up in Conifer--that's 77 years ago. And my own home, my own children. Lots of noise. Lots of laughs and fun. They've all been good years--even where there's been tragedy--and it's too easy to recall them" especially in the evening when all was quiet."

Joseph proved up a quarter in 7, 1N 45W in 1893.

In 1900 Jefferson County, Joseph R. Cruse 34 is a farmer and postmaster, Lucy E, Cruse 29 Wife, Chas, W. Cruse 8 Son,m Jesse F. Cruse 6 Son, Mitchel B. Cruse 4 Son, and Albert F. Cruse 1 Son.

June 1, 1900 "Joseph R. Cruse has been appointed postmaster at Urmston, Jefferson county."

October 1928 "Joe Cruse of Morrison and Jesse Cruse from Kennsburg spent Thursday with Joe's brother M. M. Cruse."

April 1930 "J. R. Cruse of Brighton and Mrs. A. E. Dake of Denver visited from Monday till Wednesday at the home of their brother, M. M. Cruse and family."

Joseph R. Cruse cash-claimed 80 acres in township 6S 72W in 1906, from the Leadville land office.

James D. Raine is listed on the Register of Cash Receipts for land in 9N 61W.
He might be the Dawson Raine of Shaffer's Crossing mentioned in Jefferson County newspapers.

July 28, 1905 "The stork has visited this community several times this month, Bringing sons to Mrs. C. Long and Mrs. Tom Shaffer. A daughter to Mrs. Jensen, and a son to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Cruse, who was claimed by its maker 'ere it was eight hours old. The little infant was buried in the cemetery near the Conifer school house, Wednesday, July 12th. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all, as their home is one where everyone is welcome."

March 1906 "Mr. and Mrs. W. Cruse and Mrs. Raine, of Shaffers Crossing* spent one day last week in Pine.."

April 25, 1940 Steamboar Springs "Mrs. A. F. Cruse and children returned Wednesday night from Denver, where they had been to attend the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Cruse, who live at Edgewatcr. Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Cruse and daughter, and Charles Cruse of the Hotel Harbor, also went to Denver on the occasion.
A. F. Cruse, who is at Fitzsimmons hospital, was able to be present. He expects to return home by May 1.
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Cruse held an open house and were greeted by approximately 250 persons during the day. Their three sons, A. F. Cruse, Jesse Cruse, and Bryan Cruse, and their families were there. There are eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Charles, who is day clerk at the Hotel Harbor, is Jesse's son, and his sister is Lucy.
J. R. Cruse was born in Missouri, and his wife was born in Nebraska, and both came to Colorado before their marriage, which occurred in Denver."

Joseph R. Cruse BIRTH 1866 Missouri, DEATH 1945 Morrison, Jefferson County, Colorado, BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 21227635.


Lucy Elisabeth Kemp Cruse BIRTH 22 Mar 1871 Otoe County, Nebraska, DEATH 3 Mar 1962 Denver, Colorado, BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 21227421.

Charles W. Cruse BIRTH 1891 DEATH 1907 BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 63933305.
Fairplay, Colorado October 11, 1907 "Charlie Cruse, the 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Cruse, who contracted typhoid fever while away at school, died at his home in Pine on Tuesday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Cruse were formerly located at Chase and have many friends in this locality who mourn with them in their sad loss."

Bryan Mitchel Cruse BIRTH 1896 DEATH 1972 BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 63933303.

Albert Franklin Cruse BIRTH 23 Jan 1899 Conifer, Jefferson County, Colorado, DEATH Dec 1984 (aged 85) Loveland, Larimer County, Colorado, BURIAL Fairmount Cemetery Denver, Denver County, Colorado, PLOT Block 34 MEMORIAL ID 55935332.

June 1900 "M. M. Cruse was down from Pine this week. He had a horse drowned and came down for another."

June 16, 1900 "James Kemp went to Urmston Tuesday, to visit his daughter, Mrs. Lucy Cruse."

October 1900 Morrison "Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Cruse have returned from their trip to Greeley, and with Nick and Miss Pearl, called on Pine friends last Monday.
Morrison Graphic."

January 1901 "Mitchell Cruse sends the Times and the St. Louis Republic to his father at Pine, Colo., for a year beginning this week. A good son and his days shall be long in the land."

September 1901 "A letter from W. F. Cruse of Pine, Colo., says the crops there are better than usual, the potato crop being extra good. Cattle very cheap and feed a good price. "

June 1902 " Mr. and Mrs. Cookingham of Pine, Colorado are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Mitchel Cruse living west of Robb. Mrs. Cookingham is a sister of Mr. Cruse and lived in this vicinity years ago. They will remain over the Fourth."

November 1907 Wray "Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cruse, of Pine, Colorado, are visiting their son, Mitchell Cruse, west of town."

January 1910 "Wesley Cruse and wife returned to the mountains south west of Denver at Pine, Colorado, where they have been living some years. They visited their son, Mitchel Cruse and his family, and were the guests of J. P. Speirs and wife over Saturday and Sunday. They left Sunday afternoon on No. 1."

February 1916 "Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Cruse of Pine celebrated their Golden Wedding, Tuesday, January 25, 1916, a large number of friends and relatives being present. Mrs. A. H. Dake, a daughter, served dinner and supper at her home. Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Long gave a twelve pound wedding cake to grace the center of the dining table, which was prettily decorated with roses by Mrs. Geo. Hill, a niece, of Wray, Colo. A shower of gold wae given Mr. and and Mre. Cruse by their children and grandchildren.
As a climax to this glorious day, a ball was given in the auditorium, at which coffee, cakes and punch were served.
W. F. Cruse was born in Harrison county, Ind., in 1843. In 1849 he moved to Missouri, where he resided until 1885, when he came to Wray, Yuma county, Colorado. Later he moved to Jefferson county, and haa lived in and near Pine since. Mr. Cruse was united in marriage to Miss Betty Raine, of Louisville, Ky. , January 25, 1866, who haa been a faithful helpmeet and loving companion to him for half a century.
Mr. and Mrs. Cruse have six children, seventeen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Following are the children, all of whom were present excepting J. R. Cruse, the oldest son: J. R. Cruse, Denver, Col.; M. M. Cruse, Wray, Colo.; N. W. Cruse, Mrs. A. H. Dake, Mrs. M. D. Newland and Mrs. C. F. Long, Pine, Colo. There were twenty-one guests at the anniversary dinner and about ninety-five at the ball ia the evening."

"Mrs. Bert Dake and daughter, Ruth, who had been visiting her brother, Mitchel Cruse, and family of west of town, and friends in Wray and vicinity, left for their home at Pine, Colorado, last Sunady. They were accompanied home by Little Miss Mildred, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cruse."

September 1914 "Misses Ruth Dake of Pine and Mildred Cruse of Wray, Colo., were the guests of their uncle Mr. J. R. Cruse and family last week. The young ladies regretted that school days called them home from such an enjoyable visit."

NEWLAND

October 1915 "We are happy to hear of the birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Tucker of Bailey's. We congratulate the proud parents, and also the proud grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dale Newland, of our town, and the great grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Cruse, of Pine. This baby has the honor of being the first great grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Cruse, and the first grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Newland."

November 1916 Morrison, Colorado "Mrs. A. H. Dake, Mrs. M. D. Newland and Francis, Mrs. Etta Xewland and Gertrude were calling on friends in this part of the country. Saturday"

January 1920 "Mrs. M. D. Newland and Francis of Hotchkiss, are visiting relatives and friends in this vicinity."

May 1920 "Mrs. J. R. Cruse visited with Mrs. B. M. Cruse and Mrs. M. D. Newland Thursday of last week."

October 1920 " Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Cruse entertained Mrs. Cruse's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Blakesley, of Denver at Sunday dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Newland are entertaining their daughter, Mrs. Viola Tucker of Maher, Colorado."

January 1924 "Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Dake of Pine, Mr. and Mra. Bart Cruse and daughter of Kane, Wyo., and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Tucker of Mt. Lookout spent Sunday at the Newland home."

July 1924 "Milton Dale Newland was born at Adrington, Iowa, March 20, 1879. At the age of 17 he went to San Francisco, where he lived for two years, then he came to Jefferson county and lived at Pine until 1920. When he located at Morrison and entered the garage business with H. K. Smith, which interest he held at the time of his death, Sunday, July 13, at 6:30 p. m.z Mr. and l Mrs. Newland were married Sept. 20, 1908. Mr. Newland was a member of the W. O. W. lodge No. 403, and of the Odd Fellows. Death was caused by tuberculosis, which was contracted about six months ago. Services were held at the Morrison church Tuesday at 10 a m., Rev. D. A. Kemp officiating with a comforting address. The Misses Jett and Rev. Mr. Kemp, with Mrs. Luce at the organ, rendered several beautiful songs. Interment was at the Conifer cemetery. Woods and Sanders were in charge of the services."

March 1923 "Mr. and Mrs. Korphage, of Yampa, Colo., visited Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Newland Sunday."

PEARL

August 1900 Wray "Miss Pearl Cruse, who has been assisting at the hotel for so long a time, has gone to Urmston to live with her parents, who are thinking of visiting their old home iu Missouri this fall. This will give Pearl an opportunity to practice the art of housekeeping."

Pearl Cruse and Albert H. Dake married on 20 Nov 1900 in Clifton, Jefferson County, Colorado.

In 1920 Pine, Colorado, Albert H. Dake is 58, Pearl Dake 40 Wife, and Norma Dake 17 Daughter.

December 1925 "Mrs. M. L. Newland left here Thursday for Denver, where she joined her sister, Mrs. A. H. Dake. The two ladies then went to Wray, Colo., where they enjoyed several days at the home of their brother, Mitchell M. Cruse. They will also attend the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Spiers, father and mother of Mrs. Cruse."

November 1939 " Albert H. Dake, chairman of the board of directors of the Routt County National bank, died Tuesday morning at the Boulder hospital. The immediate cause of his death was pneumonia. Mr. Dake was 77 years old. Funeral services were held from the Woods mortuary at Golden at 12:30 Wednesday afternoon and interment was made in Conifer cemetery near Pine."
Mr. Dake was united in marriage to Pearl Cruse at Pine on November 20, 1900, to which union one child, Mrs. Ruth Hoffmeister, was born."
Albert H Dake BIRTH 3 Jun 1862 Iowa, DEATH 15 Nov 1939 BURIAL Conifer Cemetery Jefferson County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 63933300
Lilly Pearl Crjuse Dake BIRTH 1879 Fairmount, Jackson County, Missouri, DEATH 14 Jun 1958 BURIAL Green Mountain Cemetery Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado, PLOT Garden of Peace, Lot 137 MEMORIAL ID 11103100.

Ruth D. Hoffmeister Birth Date: 17 Oct 1901 Last Residence: Tacoma, Pierce, Washington, Death Date: 18 Jul 1995.

Harold Hoffmeister Birth Date: 12 Jan 1900 Last Residence: Tacoma, Pierce, Washington, Death Date: Nov 1978.

MOLLIE COOKINGHAM

November 1901 "Mrs. Cookingham and little daughter of Denver, were up last week to see the new baby at the Dake home. "

October 1903 "The body of Frank Cookingham, a Union Pacific engineer who died Monday at Colgate, I. T., will arrive in Denver this morning. The date of the funeral has not been set. Mr. Cookingham was an old resident here, well known in railroad circles and a respected member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, under whose auspices it is probable that he will be buried."

October 1903 "The husband of Mrs. Bert Dake and Joe Cruse's sister died suddenly in Oklahoma last week. Mr. Cunningham was railroading from Oklahoma into Texas, and was expecting to give up his position in a short time and go to Denver to live. Mrs. Cunningham was away visiting relatives in Missouri when the news reached her that her husband was dead. Mrs. Charles Long is another sister of Mrs. Cunningham. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Dake, Joe Cruse, and mother attended the funeral in Denver. This wus a very sad and sudden death, and all extend their sincere sympathy to all the friends and relatives of Mrs. Cunningham."

" Frank Cookingham, one of the best known local locomotive engineers, will be laid at rest this afternoon in Fairmount cemetery. The funeral services, which will be in charge of the Rocky Mountain lodge. No. 77, of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, will take place at the Simpson M E. church.
The deceased was 39 years of age and is survived by a wife and 8-year-old child. He came to Denver in 1892 and until six or eight months ago was connected with the Union Pacific in the capacity of fireman and engineer. For the few years he ran on the Julesburg division of the line. Cookingham's child, being in ill health, caused him to give up his position and take a trip South with his family. He settled in Denison, Texas, and associated himself with the Missouri, Kansas and Texas, running between Denison and Muskogee. I. T. He seemed to be in good health until several weeks ago when he suddenly broke down. Physicians pronounced his ailment malarial congestion. He gradually declined and Sunday night he breathed his last at Coal Gate, I. T. The body was sent to Denver and reached yesterday in charge of W. E. Vance and W. D. Robbins, both members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen."
January 1904 "Mrs. Mollie Cookingham and little daughter Viola spent Christmas with relatives at Pine and Elk Creek."

July 1904 " Viola Cookingham returned with Mrs. Dake from Denver and will remain in Pine until the 1st of September."

March 1905 " Mrs. Cookingham intends to make Pine her future home. She is now visiting Mrs. Cruise at Shaffer’s Crossing."

April 1905 " Molly Cookingham and little Viola moved to Pine last week for the summer."

In 1910 Pine, Milton D. Newland is 32, Mary L. Newland 37 Wife, and Eva V. Cookingham 14 Step Daughter.

September 1917 "Mrs . Mollie Newland has gone to Hotchkiss to visit her daughter , Mrs . Viola Tucker."

January 1920 Morrison "Mrs. Molly Newland, from Hotchkiss, is visiting in Morrison and on the valley this week."

July 1924 " Milton Newland, for a number of years engaged in the garage business, Morrison, died Sunday at his home in Morrison. His funeral was held Tuesday at the Morrison Community church and interment was in Conifer. He is survived by his wife and several brothers and sisters."

In 1930 Morrison, Mary L. Newland is 59, Nicholas Cruse 48 Brother.

Mary Louise Cruse Newland BIRTH 10 Jul 1870 Fairmount, Jackson County, Missouri, DEATH 1 Dec 1948 Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, BURIAL Fairmount Cemetery Denver, Denver County, Colorado, MEMORIAL ID 126969810.
"Mary Louise Cruse Newland, 78, 2nd ave east, died at her residence Wednesday Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. She had been in Salt Lake City two months. Mrs. Newland was born July 10, 1870, in Missouri, a daughter of Wesley French and Betty Raine Cruse. She had been residing in Morrison, Colo. until coming to Salt Sal Lake City recently to visit relatives. She was the widow of Milton Dale Newland. Survivors include a grandson, R. R. Tucker, Salt Lake City, two brothers, Nicholas W. Cruse, Pine, Colo., Mitchell Cruse, California, two sisters, Pearl Dake of Denver, Colo., and .... Long, Colorado."

June 1914 "The marriage of Viola Cookingham to Raymond Tucker took place June 3rd, at 5 p. m., at the home of the bride’s aunt, Mrs. John Gilkson, on South Gaylord."

November 1915 " Mrs. M. D. Newland, Mrs. Viola Tucker and baby, Randolph. returned to Pine Wednesday."

LONG
Charles F. Long Marriage Date: 20 Nov 1895 Marriage Place: Urwston, Jefferson, Colorado, Spouse: Tilithy H. Cruse
In 1900 Jefferson County, Chas. F. Long is farming, 33, Tillithy H. Long 23 Wife, Hazel Long 3 Daughter, and Rudolph W. Long 1 Son"

August 1916 "Charles Long and son Rudolph were in Pine Saturday repairing line."

September 1916 " Charles Long and daughter Hazel were visitors at Insmont, Glenisle, Bailey, Riceville and Shawnee Tuesday."

October 1903 "The husband of Mrs. Bert Dake and Joe Cruse's sister died suddenly in Oklahoma last week. Mr. Cunningham was railroading from Oklahoma into Texas, and was expecting to give up his position in a short time and go to Denver to live. Mrs. Cunningham was away visiting relatives in Missouri when the news reached her that her husband was dead. Mrs. Charles Long is another sister of Mrs. Cunningham. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Dake, Joe Cruse, and mother attended the funeral in Denver. This wus a very sad and sudden death, and all extend their sincere sympathy to all the friends and relatives of Mrs. Cunningham."

In 1940 Junction, Jefferson County, Colorado, Tallthy H. Long is widowed, 62, Hazel M. Fitzerman 42 Daughter, divorced.

February 20, 1950 " Mrs. Tillithy Long, 72, mother of Mrs. Edith Rumsey of Fort Collins, died Friday at her ranch home near Shaffers Crossing, Colo. The funeral has been set for Tuesday at Golden. She was the widow of Charles F. Long, who helped set up the first mountain telephone circuits in Colorado. She was born in Clark county, Mo., in 1877."


NICHOLAS

January 1901 " Nick Cruse, who has been with his brother in eastern Colorado for several months past, returned home last Monday. “They” say it was a fair reason that kept Nick away so long."

February 1924 Morrison "Mr. Pitts has been enjoying a vacation and N. W. Cruse took his place at the meat market."

November 1958 "Funeral services were held at the Chapel of the Angels in Denver on Wednesday for Nickolas W. Cruse, late of Pine, who was a brother of M. M. Cruse of Lakewood, Calif. Burial was at Conifer, Colorado."

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