Death of J. M. Milligan. -
 
James McDonald Milligan was born in Des Moines county, Iowa, January 26, 1856, and died at Olathe, Kansas, May 26, 1920.
 
At an early age he united with the Reformed Presbyterian church of  Sharon, Iowa. In 1882 he was united in marriage to Miss Rhu Goerge, of Cedarville, Ohio. To this union four children were born. George, Mrs. Dean Lorimer of Olathe, Dr. J. Donald of Chicago, and Miss Mildred, in the home. All were present  during the last days of illness. Mr. Milligan's sister; Mrs. Eda, of Olathe and 'brother. Dr. Will Milligan, Burlington, lowa mourn the loss.
 
After living on their farm in Iowa unftl the spring of 1903, Mr. and Mrs. Milligan and family moved to Olathe which has since been their home. As the sun arose in splendor that morning, the Spirit took Its flight to be with Christ, whom he loved and whom he served.
 
Mr. Milligan was a public spirited man, taking a greats interest in all affairs pertaining to the work of his church or the daily events of life. He was well posted on the current topic of the day. He saw beauty in everything, and during his long illness he always met his friends with a smile and daily showed his sweet resignation in the affliction laid upon him. He delighted in music and thought no effort on his part too great a sacrifice to make, in order that he might instruct others In the same art.
 
His special delight was good congregational singing and he served very acceptably in the capacity of leader in the singing, both in the church where he grew to manhood, and in the Olathe R. P. church, until bodily weakness compelled him to remain in his home. He served on the board of deacons of Olathe congregation until he felt unable to perform the duties required of him. A loving husband and father, a true friend, a wise counsellor, a loving trusting child of Jesus has been called home. His six years of bodily infirmity deepened his devotion to Christ. His works do follow him. A large circle of friends and relatives mourn his departure. "Be ye also ready." A life long friend.
 
Olathe Mirror
June 3, 1920
Page 10, col 4