Mr. J. W. Kaster. an esteemed citizen of Olathe, died at his home on Kansas avenue Wednesday morning soon after 12 o'clock, in the 64th year of his age. Mr. K. had been an invalid for a long time, with Bright's disease of the kidneys, and his death was not unexpected. A good man has gone from us, and one whose kindly face will be greatly missed in the community. The family have the sincere sympathy of all in their great bereavement. The funeral services will be conducted at the residence at 11 o'clock a. m. today, but the. ceremony at the grave will be conducted by the Masonic fraternity, of which order deceased was an honored member.
 
Olathe Mirror
March 7, 1895
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