Mrs. Josie Bales.
Mrs. Josie Bales, colored, died at the home of Otto Manlove on North Walnut street, Nov. 28, 1913 at the ae of fifty-four years. Rev. Martin officiated at the funeral services, which were held from the residence at 2 o'clock p. m., Nov. 29th. Asthma is given as the cause of death. Interment in Olathe cemetery.
 
The Olathe Independent
December 3, 1913
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