Obituary. Died: at the residence of his father in this city en Monday evening, July 14, 1884, Elmer W. Betts, aged 23 years.
 
Our readers without exception will join us in this tribute of respect 'to the worthy dead of the bereaved family the who are so severely afflicted. Elmer was a part of our town, efficent, and gentlemanly in every respect. Three years in the Post Office where he was brought into hourly contact with things which excite impatience and beget bad manners in many public servants, he held his way evenly along winning the respect of all classes. As a member of the church, the Knights of Pythias and society in general he was favorably and affectionately known by his brethern and friends. His place will not be filled again on earth. We are glad to have known  him and wtite this brief memorial of his honest life, remembering that our lossis his eternal gain. May his ashes rest in peace.
 
Olath Mirror
July 17, 1884
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