Clinton MO, Oct 16 1897 - On Saturday morning, October 9, after an illness of four weeks, Wm. Aurand departed this life. An upright, conscientious man, esteemed and valued as a citizen. Born in Pennsylvania in 1841; at the age of three years moved to Stevenson county, Illinois and in 1858 or 1859, came to Clinton. In 1861, married Miss Melia Bailey, who, with two daughters, Mrs. Ella Walker and Miss Oda, survive him. By untiring industry and frugality, he acquired considered property. His career was varied. At times he handled stock, contracted, was in the lumber trade and at one time conducted one of the largest yards in the Southwest, at the corner of Washington and Grand River. In the early 70's, he united with the Baptist church, under the pastorate of Rev. J. W. Warder. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge. Funeral at the residence on South High Street and burial in Englewood.
Clinton MO, Oct 16 1897 - On Saturday morning, October 9, after an illness of four weeks, Wm. Aurand departed this life. An upright, conscientious man, esteemed and valued as a citizen. Born in Pennsylvania in 1841; at the age of three years moved to Stevenson county, Illinois and in 1858 or 1859, came to Clinton. In 1861, married Miss Melia Bailey, who, with two daughters, Mrs. Ella Walker and Miss Oda, survive him. By untiring industry and frugality, he acquired considered property. His career was varied. At times he handled stock, contracted, was in the lumber trade and at one time conducted one of the largest yards in the Southwest, at the corner of Washington and Grand River. In the early 70's, he united with the Baptist church, under the pastorate of Rev. J. W. Warder. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge. Funeral at the residence on South High Street and burial in Englewood.
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