•See Rose Anne Willis Quinn.
•See Dr. Werner Hemstead.
•See Margaret Johnson Hemstead.
•Married Thomas L. McGinnis on November 10, 1886 in Brainerd, Crow Wing County,
Minnesota.
•Married Daniel Thomas Loftus on February 19, 1895 in Staples, Todd County,
Minnesota.
•See 1920 and 1930 Federal Census' (below). I have been unable to find any marriage record for John Cook Austin and Anna Reilly McGinnis Loftus.
Married.
MCGINNIS-REILLY—At St. Francis church in this city, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1886, Mr. T. L. McGinnis and Miss Annie Reilly, by the Rev. Father Watry at 9 a. m.
The parties to the above contract are well known in Brainerd the bride being the daughter of T. M. Reilly, of East Brainerd, and the groom a trusted employee of the N. P. Co. On the evening of the 10th a select company assembled at Mr. Reilly's residence for congratulations and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed; dancing and other amusements being indulged in. A sumptuous repast was served and the couple left on the night train for a short wedding tour. The following elegant list of presents was received:
Thomas Reilly, brother of the bride, $100.
Pat. Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
Mike Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
The father and mother of the bride, elegant hanging lamp.
From groom to bride, a bed room set.
P. Murphy and sister, silver tea set.
J. F. McGinnis, a silver caster.
Mrs. P. Hefferon, silver butter dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Percy, silver napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. John Quinlan, silver cake basket.
Mr. and Mrs. P. Corcoran, silver and cut glass celery dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Meekins, silver and cut glass pickle caster.
Mr. and Mrs. George Forsyth [sic], silver and gold lined napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Cullen, a clock.
Mr. James Smith, silver and cut glass card receiver and bouquet holder.
Mrs. G. F. Samples, of Caledonia, silver napkin rings.
Mr. Thomas Willis, silver, gold lined card receiver.
Mr. Gavin, a silver individual caster.
Charles Fritz, silver card receiver.
W. T. Lowery, silver individual caster.
Geo. Gavin, silver napkin ring.
T. J. Reilly, silver butter dish and knife.
Misses Mary and Maggie Meekins, silver and cut glass pepper caster.
D. M. Clark, silver and granite teapot.
Koop Bros., a fine non-explosive lamp.
John Cullen, six silver knives and forks.
Geo. Watts and sister, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Mr. and Mrs. John McGivern, a china set.
Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Wilson, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Miss Mary Prendergast, silver perfume case.
Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald, half dozen silver tea spoons and pair of vases.
Mr. and Mrs. E. Breheny, a very handsome ribbon worked sofa pillow.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Scobie, a dressing case.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Stein, a lemonade set.
Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Fleming, a nice plush ottoman.
Cohen Bros., three finger bowls and cups and saucers.
Miss Katie, Lizzie and Mary Minogue, two china bread and milk sets.
Mr. and Mrs. and Mary, Sarah and Joe Canan, a very handsome easy chair.
Mrs. C. Grandelmyer [sic], an elegant hand painted chromo.
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Patek, a center table.
Caffery Bros., a very nice paper rack.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Theviot, a pair of lace pillow shams.
Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig, a dozen very fine linen napkins.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes, lace pillow sham and spread.
Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Hagerty, two handsome Turkish towels.
Miss Eleanor Badeaux, pepper and salt case.
Misses Annie and Emily Murphy, dozen goblets.
Miss Mamie McCarthy, pair of very fine linen towels.
Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Quinn, toilet set.
Hawkins Bros. and sister, a nice plush folding mirror.
Miss Ella Prendergast, set of finger bowls.
Miss Lizzie and Joe Early, a dressing case.
Miss Nellie Nelson, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Nellie Greene, nut cracker and pick.
Mrs. D. S. Forgey, dress pattern and a pair of mitts and ruching.
Miss Mary Horihan, Marseilles bed spread.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Nelson, granite bed room set.
Miss Annie McCarthy, hand painted chromo.
Miss Annie Prendergast, a toilet set.
Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Schultz, a white linen table cloth.
Mrs. W.H. Titus, a pair of linen towels and pin.
M. J. Reilly, very handsome hand painted chromo.
Miss Mary Nicholson, hat rack and mirror.
Mrs. James Cullen, a pair of fine linen towels.
Messrs. Geo. and James Morton and Miss Florence Foster, Marseilles bed spread.
Mrs. B. Vetsch, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Libbie Hefferon, fruit dish.
Mrs. James Parker, pair of linen towels.
Mrs. J. A. Morton, pair of child's mitts.
Miss Carrie Morrison, china candle stick.
J. J. Kennedy, an oil painting.
Henry Ludwig, set of kitchen utensils.
Andrew Wallace, wash tub, wash board and scrubbing brush.
James Cullen, saw-buck and saw.(Brainerd Dispatch, 12 November 1886, p. 4, c. 5)
Married.
Mr. Thos. Loftus, foreman of the switching crew in the yards here, and Mrs. T. McGinnis were married in the Catholic church in this place Tuesday morning, Rev. F. Zumbusch performing the ceremony. Both are well known and highly respected citizens of this place, and their many other friends will unite with the World in wishing them long life and happiness. They are both well worthy of them. Among the Brainerd Citizens to attend the wedding were Thomas, Mike and Sadie Reilly, father, brother and sister of the bride, and Miss Kate Canan.—Staples World. (Brainerd Dispatch, 22 February 1895, p. 4, c. 5)
THOS. LOFTUS INSTANTLY KILLED BY SWITCH ENGINE
_____
Well Known Staples Railroad Man
Killed This Morning at 8 O'clock
_____
SWITCHING IN THE YARDS
_____
At Staples When Accident Occurred — He Missed His Footing and Fell
Thomas Loftus, one of the best known railroad men in this section, having worked at Staples in various capacities for fifteen years or more, was instantly killed this morning at 8 o'clock at Staples while at work in the yards there.
It seems he was going out with a switching crew, over which he was foreman, to do some work. He stood on the track awaiting the approach of the engine intending to step up on the foot board, as is the usual custom with switchmen. Just before the engine reached him there was a gush of steam from the exhaust pipes which completely enveloped the engine, particularly the front foot board which Mr. Loftus intended to step up on. On account of the density of this steam he lost all sight of the board and trying to reach for it was hit by the engine, thrown backward on the track and in an instant is body was mangled almost to shreds. He died 10 minutes after that, never having gained consciousness.
The deceased was very well known in this city, having married a daughter of Mr. Tim Reilly, and having been for years a frequent visitor here. He leaves besides a sorrowing wife four children by his present wife, three girls and one boy and two step children, William and Hazel McGinnis. William McGinnis is a resident of this city, being an attendant at the high school here, and treasurer of the Brainerd opera house.
M. J. Reilly, Miss Mayme Reilly, Mrs. H. P. Dunn and Mrs. J. A. Batchelder, brother and sisters respectively of Mrs. Loftus, left for Staples this afternoon. William McGinnis left for there on the same train.
Mr. Loftus had been a resident of Staples for nearly 20 years. He was a man of sterling qualities and was beloved by all his fellow workmen and other friends in Staples and Brainerd. He was one of the most trustworthy employees of the N. P. company at Staples. He was about 45 years of age.
Much sympathy is expressed for Mrs. Loftus in this city. This is her second affliction, her first husband having been killed in almost the same manner. His name was Thomas McGinnis, a brother of J. F. McGinnis, of this city. He was killed about 12 years ago.
The funeral arrangements have not been announced but it is likely that the remains will be brought to this city for burial (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 06 February 1906, p. 3)
1910 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
Anna Loftus, Head, Female, 45, Ireland, 8 children born, 5 living, Boarding House Keeper
William Mcginnis, Son, Male, 22, Minnesota
Hazel Mcginnis, Daughter, Female, 17, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Daughter, Female, 12, Minnesota
Glyndon Loftus, Son, Male, 10, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Daughter, Female, 5, Minnesota
Inga Gunderson, Domestic, Female, 25, Norway
1920 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
John C Austin, Head, Male, 55, Iowa
Anna Austin, Wife, Female, 54, Ireland
William H McGinnis, Stepson, Male, 32, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 22, Minnesota
Glendon Loftus, Stepson, Male, 20, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 15, Minnesota
1930 Federal Census, San Francisco, San Francisco County, California:
McGinnis, William, head, age 42, b. 1888, Minnesota, married
McGinnis, Genevieve, daughter, age 7, b. 1923, California, single
Loftis [sic], Anna, mother, age 63, b. 1867, Ireland, widow
BODY OF MRS. LOFTUS BROUGHT HERE FOR FUNERAL SERVICES
_____
Death of Mrs. Anna Loftus, 68, in Minneapolis last night was made known to relatives here today. The deceased, enroute from San Francisco to Minnesota and Brainerd, died suddenly in Minneapolis last evening.
Mrs. Loftus was a sister of Mrs. Harry O'Brien, Mrs. J. A. Bachelder, Mrs. Frank Lowey and the late Mrs. H. P. Dunn of this city, also Mike Reilly of Detroit Lakes.
Funeral arrangements will be made upon the arrival of sons from California. The body is being brought to Brainerd and will be at the Dunn residence tomorrow. Tentative funeral arrangements include services here Saturday morning. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 13 February 1935, p. 2)
LOFTUS FUNERAL RITES SATURDAY CATHOLIC CHURCH
_____
Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Anna Loftus of California, who died suddenly in Minneapolis, will be held from the H. P. Dunn residence at 8:30 o'clock Saturday morning and from St. Francis church at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
A son, W. H. McGinnis, and a daughter, Mrs. [Mary] James Callen[sic], Glen Loftus of Port Townsend, Wash., two daughters of Minneapolis, Mrs. [Margaret] Rolf Bergford and Mrs. [Hazel] Gilbert Pinney, and a brother, M. J. Reilly of Detroit Lakes, John Austin of Minneapolis and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O'Connell of St. Paul are expected for the services. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 15 February 1935, p. 3)
FamilySearch Death Record
Name: Anna Loftus Austin
Gender: Female
Death Date: 12 Feb 1935
Age: 69
Birth Date: 1866
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's Name: John C. Austin
Father's Name: Timothy O'Reilly
AUSTIN, ANNA LOFTUS
CERTID# 1935-MN-018387
Date of Death: 12 FEB 1935
County of Death: HENNEPIN
•See Dr. Werner Hemstead.
•See Margaret Johnson Hemstead.
•Married Thomas L. McGinnis on November 10, 1886 in Brainerd, Crow Wing County,
Minnesota.
•Married Daniel Thomas Loftus on February 19, 1895 in Staples, Todd County,
Minnesota.
•See 1920 and 1930 Federal Census' (below). I have been unable to find any marriage record for John Cook Austin and Anna Reilly McGinnis Loftus.
Married.
MCGINNIS-REILLY—At St. Francis church in this city, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1886, Mr. T. L. McGinnis and Miss Annie Reilly, by the Rev. Father Watry at 9 a. m.
The parties to the above contract are well known in Brainerd the bride being the daughter of T. M. Reilly, of East Brainerd, and the groom a trusted employee of the N. P. Co. On the evening of the 10th a select company assembled at Mr. Reilly's residence for congratulations and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed; dancing and other amusements being indulged in. A sumptuous repast was served and the couple left on the night train for a short wedding tour. The following elegant list of presents was received:
Thomas Reilly, brother of the bride, $100.
Pat. Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
Mike Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
The father and mother of the bride, elegant hanging lamp.
From groom to bride, a bed room set.
P. Murphy and sister, silver tea set.
J. F. McGinnis, a silver caster.
Mrs. P. Hefferon, silver butter dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Percy, silver napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. John Quinlan, silver cake basket.
Mr. and Mrs. P. Corcoran, silver and cut glass celery dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Meekins, silver and cut glass pickle caster.
Mr. and Mrs. George Forsyth [sic], silver and gold lined napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Cullen, a clock.
Mr. James Smith, silver and cut glass card receiver and bouquet holder.
Mrs. G. F. Samples, of Caledonia, silver napkin rings.
Mr. Thomas Willis, silver, gold lined card receiver.
Mr. Gavin, a silver individual caster.
Charles Fritz, silver card receiver.
W. T. Lowery, silver individual caster.
Geo. Gavin, silver napkin ring.
T. J. Reilly, silver butter dish and knife.
Misses Mary and Maggie Meekins, silver and cut glass pepper caster.
D. M. Clark, silver and granite teapot.
Koop Bros., a fine non-explosive lamp.
John Cullen, six silver knives and forks.
Geo. Watts and sister, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Mr. and Mrs. John McGivern, a china set.
Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Wilson, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Miss Mary Prendergast, silver perfume case.
Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald, half dozen silver tea spoons and pair of vases.
Mr. and Mrs. E. Breheny, a very handsome ribbon worked sofa pillow.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Scobie, a dressing case.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Stein, a lemonade set.
Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Fleming, a nice plush ottoman.
Cohen Bros., three finger bowls and cups and saucers.
Miss Katie, Lizzie and Mary Minogue, two china bread and milk sets.
Mr. and Mrs. and Mary, Sarah and Joe Canan, a very handsome easy chair.
Mrs. C. Grandelmyer [sic], an elegant hand painted chromo.
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Patek, a center table.
Caffery Bros., a very nice paper rack.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Theviot, a pair of lace pillow shams.
Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig, a dozen very fine linen napkins.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes, lace pillow sham and spread.
Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Hagerty, two handsome Turkish towels.
Miss Eleanor Badeaux, pepper and salt case.
Misses Annie and Emily Murphy, dozen goblets.
Miss Mamie McCarthy, pair of very fine linen towels.
Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Quinn, toilet set.
Hawkins Bros. and sister, a nice plush folding mirror.
Miss Ella Prendergast, set of finger bowls.
Miss Lizzie and Joe Early, a dressing case.
Miss Nellie Nelson, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Nellie Greene, nut cracker and pick.
Mrs. D. S. Forgey, dress pattern and a pair of mitts and ruching.
Miss Mary Horihan, Marseilles bed spread.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Nelson, granite bed room set.
Miss Annie McCarthy, hand painted chromo.
Miss Annie Prendergast, a toilet set.
Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Schultz, a white linen table cloth.
Mrs. W.H. Titus, a pair of linen towels and pin.
M. J. Reilly, very handsome hand painted chromo.
Miss Mary Nicholson, hat rack and mirror.
Mrs. James Cullen, a pair of fine linen towels.
Messrs. Geo. and James Morton and Miss Florence Foster, Marseilles bed spread.
Mrs. B. Vetsch, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Libbie Hefferon, fruit dish.
Mrs. James Parker, pair of linen towels.
Mrs. J. A. Morton, pair of child's mitts.
Miss Carrie Morrison, china candle stick.
J. J. Kennedy, an oil painting.
Henry Ludwig, set of kitchen utensils.
Andrew Wallace, wash tub, wash board and scrubbing brush.
James Cullen, saw-buck and saw.(Brainerd Dispatch, 12 November 1886, p. 4, c. 5)
Married.
Mr. Thos. Loftus, foreman of the switching crew in the yards here, and Mrs. T. McGinnis were married in the Catholic church in this place Tuesday morning, Rev. F. Zumbusch performing the ceremony. Both are well known and highly respected citizens of this place, and their many other friends will unite with the World in wishing them long life and happiness. They are both well worthy of them. Among the Brainerd Citizens to attend the wedding were Thomas, Mike and Sadie Reilly, father, brother and sister of the bride, and Miss Kate Canan.—Staples World. (Brainerd Dispatch, 22 February 1895, p. 4, c. 5)
THOS. LOFTUS INSTANTLY KILLED BY SWITCH ENGINE
_____
Well Known Staples Railroad Man
Killed This Morning at 8 O'clock
_____
SWITCHING IN THE YARDS
_____
At Staples When Accident Occurred — He Missed His Footing and Fell
Thomas Loftus, one of the best known railroad men in this section, having worked at Staples in various capacities for fifteen years or more, was instantly killed this morning at 8 o'clock at Staples while at work in the yards there.
It seems he was going out with a switching crew, over which he was foreman, to do some work. He stood on the track awaiting the approach of the engine intending to step up on the foot board, as is the usual custom with switchmen. Just before the engine reached him there was a gush of steam from the exhaust pipes which completely enveloped the engine, particularly the front foot board which Mr. Loftus intended to step up on. On account of the density of this steam he lost all sight of the board and trying to reach for it was hit by the engine, thrown backward on the track and in an instant is body was mangled almost to shreds. He died 10 minutes after that, never having gained consciousness.
The deceased was very well known in this city, having married a daughter of Mr. Tim Reilly, and having been for years a frequent visitor here. He leaves besides a sorrowing wife four children by his present wife, three girls and one boy and two step children, William and Hazel McGinnis. William McGinnis is a resident of this city, being an attendant at the high school here, and treasurer of the Brainerd opera house.
M. J. Reilly, Miss Mayme Reilly, Mrs. H. P. Dunn and Mrs. J. A. Batchelder, brother and sisters respectively of Mrs. Loftus, left for Staples this afternoon. William McGinnis left for there on the same train.
Mr. Loftus had been a resident of Staples for nearly 20 years. He was a man of sterling qualities and was beloved by all his fellow workmen and other friends in Staples and Brainerd. He was one of the most trustworthy employees of the N. P. company at Staples. He was about 45 years of age.
Much sympathy is expressed for Mrs. Loftus in this city. This is her second affliction, her first husband having been killed in almost the same manner. His name was Thomas McGinnis, a brother of J. F. McGinnis, of this city. He was killed about 12 years ago.
The funeral arrangements have not been announced but it is likely that the remains will be brought to this city for burial (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 06 February 1906, p. 3)
1910 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
Anna Loftus, Head, Female, 45, Ireland, 8 children born, 5 living, Boarding House Keeper
William Mcginnis, Son, Male, 22, Minnesota
Hazel Mcginnis, Daughter, Female, 17, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Daughter, Female, 12, Minnesota
Glyndon Loftus, Son, Male, 10, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Daughter, Female, 5, Minnesota
Inga Gunderson, Domestic, Female, 25, Norway
1920 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
John C Austin, Head, Male, 55, Iowa
Anna Austin, Wife, Female, 54, Ireland
William H McGinnis, Stepson, Male, 32, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 22, Minnesota
Glendon Loftus, Stepson, Male, 20, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 15, Minnesota
1930 Federal Census, San Francisco, San Francisco County, California:
McGinnis, William, head, age 42, b. 1888, Minnesota, married
McGinnis, Genevieve, daughter, age 7, b. 1923, California, single
Loftis [sic], Anna, mother, age 63, b. 1867, Ireland, widow
BODY OF MRS. LOFTUS BROUGHT HERE FOR FUNERAL SERVICES
_____
Death of Mrs. Anna Loftus, 68, in Minneapolis last night was made known to relatives here today. The deceased, enroute from San Francisco to Minnesota and Brainerd, died suddenly in Minneapolis last evening.
Mrs. Loftus was a sister of Mrs. Harry O'Brien, Mrs. J. A. Bachelder, Mrs. Frank Lowey and the late Mrs. H. P. Dunn of this city, also Mike Reilly of Detroit Lakes.
Funeral arrangements will be made upon the arrival of sons from California. The body is being brought to Brainerd and will be at the Dunn residence tomorrow. Tentative funeral arrangements include services here Saturday morning. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 13 February 1935, p. 2)
LOFTUS FUNERAL RITES SATURDAY CATHOLIC CHURCH
_____
Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Anna Loftus of California, who died suddenly in Minneapolis, will be held from the H. P. Dunn residence at 8:30 o'clock Saturday morning and from St. Francis church at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
A son, W. H. McGinnis, and a daughter, Mrs. [Mary] James Callen[sic], Glen Loftus of Port Townsend, Wash., two daughters of Minneapolis, Mrs. [Margaret] Rolf Bergford and Mrs. [Hazel] Gilbert Pinney, and a brother, M. J. Reilly of Detroit Lakes, John Austin of Minneapolis and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O'Connell of St. Paul are expected for the services. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 15 February 1935, p. 3)
FamilySearch Death Record
Name: Anna Loftus Austin
Gender: Female
Death Date: 12 Feb 1935
Age: 69
Birth Date: 1866
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's Name: John C. Austin
Father's Name: Timothy O'Reilly
AUSTIN, ANNA LOFTUS
CERTID# 1935-MN-018387
Date of Death: 12 FEB 1935
County of Death: HENNEPIN
•See Rose Anne Willis Quinn.
•See Dr. Werner Hemstead.
•See Margaret Johnson Hemstead.
•Married Thomas L. McGinnis on November 10, 1886 in Brainerd, Crow Wing County,
Minnesota.
•Married Daniel Thomas Loftus on February 19, 1895 in Staples, Todd County,
Minnesota.
•See 1920 and 1930 Federal Census' (below). I have been unable to find any marriage record for John Cook Austin and Anna Reilly McGinnis Loftus.
Married.
MCGINNIS-REILLY—At St. Francis church in this city, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1886, Mr. T. L. McGinnis and Miss Annie Reilly, by the Rev. Father Watry at 9 a. m.
The parties to the above contract are well known in Brainerd the bride being the daughter of T. M. Reilly, of East Brainerd, and the groom a trusted employee of the N. P. Co. On the evening of the 10th a select company assembled at Mr. Reilly's residence for congratulations and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed; dancing and other amusements being indulged in. A sumptuous repast was served and the couple left on the night train for a short wedding tour. The following elegant list of presents was received:
Thomas Reilly, brother of the bride, $100.
Pat. Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
Mike Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
The father and mother of the bride, elegant hanging lamp.
From groom to bride, a bed room set.
P. Murphy and sister, silver tea set.
J. F. McGinnis, a silver caster.
Mrs. P. Hefferon, silver butter dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Percy, silver napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. John Quinlan, silver cake basket.
Mr. and Mrs. P. Corcoran, silver and cut glass celery dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Meekins, silver and cut glass pickle caster.
Mr. and Mrs. George Forsyth [sic], silver and gold lined napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Cullen, a clock.
Mr. James Smith, silver and cut glass card receiver and bouquet holder.
Mrs. G. F. Samples, of Caledonia, silver napkin rings.
Mr. Thomas Willis, silver, gold lined card receiver.
Mr. Gavin, a silver individual caster.
Charles Fritz, silver card receiver.
W. T. Lowery, silver individual caster.
Geo. Gavin, silver napkin ring.
T. J. Reilly, silver butter dish and knife.
Misses Mary and Maggie Meekins, silver and cut glass pepper caster.
D. M. Clark, silver and granite teapot.
Koop Bros., a fine non-explosive lamp.
John Cullen, six silver knives and forks.
Geo. Watts and sister, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Mr. and Mrs. John McGivern, a china set.
Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Wilson, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Miss Mary Prendergast, silver perfume case.
Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald, half dozen silver tea spoons and pair of vases.
Mr. and Mrs. E. Breheny, a very handsome ribbon worked sofa pillow.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Scobie, a dressing case.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Stein, a lemonade set.
Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Fleming, a nice plush ottoman.
Cohen Bros., three finger bowls and cups and saucers.
Miss Katie, Lizzie and Mary Minogue, two china bread and milk sets.
Mr. and Mrs. and Mary, Sarah and Joe Canan, a very handsome easy chair.
Mrs. C. Grandelmyer [sic], an elegant hand painted chromo.
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Patek, a center table.
Caffery Bros., a very nice paper rack.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Theviot, a pair of lace pillow shams.
Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig, a dozen very fine linen napkins.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes, lace pillow sham and spread.
Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Hagerty, two handsome Turkish towels.
Miss Eleanor Badeaux, pepper and salt case.
Misses Annie and Emily Murphy, dozen goblets.
Miss Mamie McCarthy, pair of very fine linen towels.
Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Quinn, toilet set.
Hawkins Bros. and sister, a nice plush folding mirror.
Miss Ella Prendergast, set of finger bowls.
Miss Lizzie and Joe Early, a dressing case.
Miss Nellie Nelson, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Nellie Greene, nut cracker and pick.
Mrs. D. S. Forgey, dress pattern and a pair of mitts and ruching.
Miss Mary Horihan, Marseilles bed spread.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Nelson, granite bed room set.
Miss Annie McCarthy, hand painted chromo.
Miss Annie Prendergast, a toilet set.
Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Schultz, a white linen table cloth.
Mrs. W.H. Titus, a pair of linen towels and pin.
M. J. Reilly, very handsome hand painted chromo.
Miss Mary Nicholson, hat rack and mirror.
Mrs. James Cullen, a pair of fine linen towels.
Messrs. Geo. and James Morton and Miss Florence Foster, Marseilles bed spread.
Mrs. B. Vetsch, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Libbie Hefferon, fruit dish.
Mrs. James Parker, pair of linen towels.
Mrs. J. A. Morton, pair of child's mitts.
Miss Carrie Morrison, china candle stick.
J. J. Kennedy, an oil painting.
Henry Ludwig, set of kitchen utensils.
Andrew Wallace, wash tub, wash board and scrubbing brush.
James Cullen, saw-buck and saw.(Brainerd Dispatch, 12 November 1886, p. 4, c. 5)
Married.
Mr. Thos. Loftus, foreman of the switching crew in the yards here, and Mrs. T. McGinnis were married in the Catholic church in this place Tuesday morning, Rev. F. Zumbusch performing the ceremony. Both are well known and highly respected citizens of this place, and their many other friends will unite with the World in wishing them long life and happiness. They are both well worthy of them. Among the Brainerd Citizens to attend the wedding were Thomas, Mike and Sadie Reilly, father, brother and sister of the bride, and Miss Kate Canan.—Staples World. (Brainerd Dispatch, 22 February 1895, p. 4, c. 5)
THOS. LOFTUS INSTANTLY KILLED BY SWITCH ENGINE
_____
Well Known Staples Railroad Man
Killed This Morning at 8 O'clock
_____
SWITCHING IN THE YARDS
_____
At Staples When Accident Occurred — He Missed His Footing and Fell
Thomas Loftus, one of the best known railroad men in this section, having worked at Staples in various capacities for fifteen years or more, was instantly killed this morning at 8 o'clock at Staples while at work in the yards there.
It seems he was going out with a switching crew, over which he was foreman, to do some work. He stood on the track awaiting the approach of the engine intending to step up on the foot board, as is the usual custom with switchmen. Just before the engine reached him there was a gush of steam from the exhaust pipes which completely enveloped the engine, particularly the front foot board which Mr. Loftus intended to step up on. On account of the density of this steam he lost all sight of the board and trying to reach for it was hit by the engine, thrown backward on the track and in an instant is body was mangled almost to shreds. He died 10 minutes after that, never having gained consciousness.
The deceased was very well known in this city, having married a daughter of Mr. Tim Reilly, and having been for years a frequent visitor here. He leaves besides a sorrowing wife four children by his present wife, three girls and one boy and two step children, William and Hazel McGinnis. William McGinnis is a resident of this city, being an attendant at the high school here, and treasurer of the Brainerd opera house.
M. J. Reilly, Miss Mayme Reilly, Mrs. H. P. Dunn and Mrs. J. A. Batchelder, brother and sisters respectively of Mrs. Loftus, left for Staples this afternoon. William McGinnis left for there on the same train.
Mr. Loftus had been a resident of Staples for nearly 20 years. He was a man of sterling qualities and was beloved by all his fellow workmen and other friends in Staples and Brainerd. He was one of the most trustworthy employees of the N. P. company at Staples. He was about 45 years of age.
Much sympathy is expressed for Mrs. Loftus in this city. This is her second affliction, her first husband having been killed in almost the same manner. His name was Thomas McGinnis, a brother of J. F. McGinnis, of this city. He was killed about 12 years ago.
The funeral arrangements have not been announced but it is likely that the remains will be brought to this city for burial (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 06 February 1906, p. 3)
1910 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
Anna Loftus, Head, Female, 45, Ireland, 8 children born, 5 living, Boarding House Keeper
William Mcginnis, Son, Male, 22, Minnesota
Hazel Mcginnis, Daughter, Female, 17, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Daughter, Female, 12, Minnesota
Glyndon Loftus, Son, Male, 10, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Daughter, Female, 5, Minnesota
Inga Gunderson, Domestic, Female, 25, Norway
1920 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
John C Austin, Head, Male, 55, Iowa
Anna Austin, Wife, Female, 54, Ireland
William H McGinnis, Stepson, Male, 32, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 22, Minnesota
Glendon Loftus, Stepson, Male, 20, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 15, Minnesota
1930 Federal Census, San Francisco, San Francisco County, California:
McGinnis, William, head, age 42, b. 1888, Minnesota, married
McGinnis, Genevieve, daughter, age 7, b. 1923, California, single
Loftis [sic], Anna, mother, age 63, b. 1867, Ireland, widow
BODY OF MRS. LOFTUS BROUGHT HERE FOR FUNERAL SERVICES
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Death of Mrs. Anna Loftus, 68, in Minneapolis last night was made known to relatives here today. The deceased, enroute from San Francisco to Minnesota and Brainerd, died suddenly in Minneapolis last evening.
Mrs. Loftus was a sister of Mrs. Harry O'Brien, Mrs. J. A. Bachelder, Mrs. Frank Lowey and the late Mrs. H. P. Dunn of this city, also Mike Reilly of Detroit Lakes.
Funeral arrangements will be made upon the arrival of sons from California. The body is being brought to Brainerd and will be at the Dunn residence tomorrow. Tentative funeral arrangements include services here Saturday morning. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 13 February 1935, p. 2)
LOFTUS FUNERAL RITES SATURDAY CATHOLIC CHURCH
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Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Anna Loftus of California, who died suddenly in Minneapolis, will be held from the H. P. Dunn residence at 8:30 o'clock Saturday morning and from St. Francis church at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
A son, W. H. McGinnis, and a daughter, Mrs. [Mary] James Callen[sic], Glen Loftus of Port Townsend, Wash., two daughters of Minneapolis, Mrs. [Margaret] Rolf Bergford and Mrs. [Hazel] Gilbert Pinney, and a brother, M. J. Reilly of Detroit Lakes, John Austin of Minneapolis and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O'Connell of St. Paul are expected for the services. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 15 February 1935, p. 3)
FamilySearch Death Record
Name: Anna Loftus Austin
Gender: Female
Death Date: 12 Feb 1935
Age: 69
Birth Date: 1866
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's Name: John C. Austin
Father's Name: Timothy O'Reilly
AUSTIN, ANNA LOFTUS
CERTID# 1935-MN-018387
Date of Death: 12 FEB 1935
County of Death: HENNEPIN
•See Dr. Werner Hemstead.
•See Margaret Johnson Hemstead.
•Married Thomas L. McGinnis on November 10, 1886 in Brainerd, Crow Wing County,
Minnesota.
•Married Daniel Thomas Loftus on February 19, 1895 in Staples, Todd County,
Minnesota.
•See 1920 and 1930 Federal Census' (below). I have been unable to find any marriage record for John Cook Austin and Anna Reilly McGinnis Loftus.
Married.
MCGINNIS-REILLY—At St. Francis church in this city, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1886, Mr. T. L. McGinnis and Miss Annie Reilly, by the Rev. Father Watry at 9 a. m.
The parties to the above contract are well known in Brainerd the bride being the daughter of T. M. Reilly, of East Brainerd, and the groom a trusted employee of the N. P. Co. On the evening of the 10th a select company assembled at Mr. Reilly's residence for congratulations and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed; dancing and other amusements being indulged in. A sumptuous repast was served and the couple left on the night train for a short wedding tour. The following elegant list of presents was received:
Thomas Reilly, brother of the bride, $100.
Pat. Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
Mike Reilly, brother of the bride, $50.
The father and mother of the bride, elegant hanging lamp.
From groom to bride, a bed room set.
P. Murphy and sister, silver tea set.
J. F. McGinnis, a silver caster.
Mrs. P. Hefferon, silver butter dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Percy, silver napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. John Quinlan, silver cake basket.
Mr. and Mrs. P. Corcoran, silver and cut glass celery dish.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Meekins, silver and cut glass pickle caster.
Mr. and Mrs. George Forsyth [sic], silver and gold lined napkin rings.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Cullen, a clock.
Mr. James Smith, silver and cut glass card receiver and bouquet holder.
Mrs. G. F. Samples, of Caledonia, silver napkin rings.
Mr. Thomas Willis, silver, gold lined card receiver.
Mr. Gavin, a silver individual caster.
Charles Fritz, silver card receiver.
W. T. Lowery, silver individual caster.
Geo. Gavin, silver napkin ring.
T. J. Reilly, silver butter dish and knife.
Misses Mary and Maggie Meekins, silver and cut glass pepper caster.
D. M. Clark, silver and granite teapot.
Koop Bros., a fine non-explosive lamp.
John Cullen, six silver knives and forks.
Geo. Watts and sister, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Mr. and Mrs. John McGivern, a china set.
Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Wilson, half dozen silver tea spoons.
Miss Mary Prendergast, silver perfume case.
Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald, half dozen silver tea spoons and pair of vases.
Mr. and Mrs. E. Breheny, a very handsome ribbon worked sofa pillow.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Scobie, a dressing case.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Stein, a lemonade set.
Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Fleming, a nice plush ottoman.
Cohen Bros., three finger bowls and cups and saucers.
Miss Katie, Lizzie and Mary Minogue, two china bread and milk sets.
Mr. and Mrs. and Mary, Sarah and Joe Canan, a very handsome easy chair.
Mrs. C. Grandelmyer [sic], an elegant hand painted chromo.
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Patek, a center table.
Caffery Bros., a very nice paper rack.
Mr. and Mrs. H. Theviot, a pair of lace pillow shams.
Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig, a dozen very fine linen napkins.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes, lace pillow sham and spread.
Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Hagerty, two handsome Turkish towels.
Miss Eleanor Badeaux, pepper and salt case.
Misses Annie and Emily Murphy, dozen goblets.
Miss Mamie McCarthy, pair of very fine linen towels.
Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Quinn, toilet set.
Hawkins Bros. and sister, a nice plush folding mirror.
Miss Ella Prendergast, set of finger bowls.
Miss Lizzie and Joe Early, a dressing case.
Miss Nellie Nelson, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Nellie Greene, nut cracker and pick.
Mrs. D. S. Forgey, dress pattern and a pair of mitts and ruching.
Miss Mary Horihan, Marseilles bed spread.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Nelson, granite bed room set.
Miss Annie McCarthy, hand painted chromo.
Miss Annie Prendergast, a toilet set.
Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Schultz, a white linen table cloth.
Mrs. W.H. Titus, a pair of linen towels and pin.
M. J. Reilly, very handsome hand painted chromo.
Miss Mary Nicholson, hat rack and mirror.
Mrs. James Cullen, a pair of fine linen towels.
Messrs. Geo. and James Morton and Miss Florence Foster, Marseilles bed spread.
Mrs. B. Vetsch, pair of Turkish towels.
Miss Libbie Hefferon, fruit dish.
Mrs. James Parker, pair of linen towels.
Mrs. J. A. Morton, pair of child's mitts.
Miss Carrie Morrison, china candle stick.
J. J. Kennedy, an oil painting.
Henry Ludwig, set of kitchen utensils.
Andrew Wallace, wash tub, wash board and scrubbing brush.
James Cullen, saw-buck and saw.(Brainerd Dispatch, 12 November 1886, p. 4, c. 5)
Married.
Mr. Thos. Loftus, foreman of the switching crew in the yards here, and Mrs. T. McGinnis were married in the Catholic church in this place Tuesday morning, Rev. F. Zumbusch performing the ceremony. Both are well known and highly respected citizens of this place, and their many other friends will unite with the World in wishing them long life and happiness. They are both well worthy of them. Among the Brainerd Citizens to attend the wedding were Thomas, Mike and Sadie Reilly, father, brother and sister of the bride, and Miss Kate Canan.—Staples World. (Brainerd Dispatch, 22 February 1895, p. 4, c. 5)
THOS. LOFTUS INSTANTLY KILLED BY SWITCH ENGINE
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Well Known Staples Railroad Man
Killed This Morning at 8 O'clock
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SWITCHING IN THE YARDS
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At Staples When Accident Occurred — He Missed His Footing and Fell
Thomas Loftus, one of the best known railroad men in this section, having worked at Staples in various capacities for fifteen years or more, was instantly killed this morning at 8 o'clock at Staples while at work in the yards there.
It seems he was going out with a switching crew, over which he was foreman, to do some work. He stood on the track awaiting the approach of the engine intending to step up on the foot board, as is the usual custom with switchmen. Just before the engine reached him there was a gush of steam from the exhaust pipes which completely enveloped the engine, particularly the front foot board which Mr. Loftus intended to step up on. On account of the density of this steam he lost all sight of the board and trying to reach for it was hit by the engine, thrown backward on the track and in an instant is body was mangled almost to shreds. He died 10 minutes after that, never having gained consciousness.
The deceased was very well known in this city, having married a daughter of Mr. Tim Reilly, and having been for years a frequent visitor here. He leaves besides a sorrowing wife four children by his present wife, three girls and one boy and two step children, William and Hazel McGinnis. William McGinnis is a resident of this city, being an attendant at the high school here, and treasurer of the Brainerd opera house.
M. J. Reilly, Miss Mayme Reilly, Mrs. H. P. Dunn and Mrs. J. A. Batchelder, brother and sisters respectively of Mrs. Loftus, left for Staples this afternoon. William McGinnis left for there on the same train.
Mr. Loftus had been a resident of Staples for nearly 20 years. He was a man of sterling qualities and was beloved by all his fellow workmen and other friends in Staples and Brainerd. He was one of the most trustworthy employees of the N. P. company at Staples. He was about 45 years of age.
Much sympathy is expressed for Mrs. Loftus in this city. This is her second affliction, her first husband having been killed in almost the same manner. His name was Thomas McGinnis, a brother of J. F. McGinnis, of this city. He was killed about 12 years ago.
The funeral arrangements have not been announced but it is likely that the remains will be brought to this city for burial (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 06 February 1906, p. 3)
1910 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
Anna Loftus, Head, Female, 45, Ireland, 8 children born, 5 living, Boarding House Keeper
William Mcginnis, Son, Male, 22, Minnesota
Hazel Mcginnis, Daughter, Female, 17, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Daughter, Female, 12, Minnesota
Glyndon Loftus, Son, Male, 10, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Daughter, Female, 5, Minnesota
Inga Gunderson, Domestic, Female, 25, Norway
1920 Federal Census, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota:
John C Austin, Head, Male, 55, Iowa
Anna Austin, Wife, Female, 54, Ireland
William H McGinnis, Stepson, Male, 32, Minnesota
Margaret Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 22, Minnesota
Glendon Loftus, Stepson, Male, 20, Minnesota
Mary Loftus, Stepdaughter, Female, 15, Minnesota
1930 Federal Census, San Francisco, San Francisco County, California:
McGinnis, William, head, age 42, b. 1888, Minnesota, married
McGinnis, Genevieve, daughter, age 7, b. 1923, California, single
Loftis [sic], Anna, mother, age 63, b. 1867, Ireland, widow
BODY OF MRS. LOFTUS BROUGHT HERE FOR FUNERAL SERVICES
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Death of Mrs. Anna Loftus, 68, in Minneapolis last night was made known to relatives here today. The deceased, enroute from San Francisco to Minnesota and Brainerd, died suddenly in Minneapolis last evening.
Mrs. Loftus was a sister of Mrs. Harry O'Brien, Mrs. J. A. Bachelder, Mrs. Frank Lowey and the late Mrs. H. P. Dunn of this city, also Mike Reilly of Detroit Lakes.
Funeral arrangements will be made upon the arrival of sons from California. The body is being brought to Brainerd and will be at the Dunn residence tomorrow. Tentative funeral arrangements include services here Saturday morning. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 13 February 1935, p. 2)
LOFTUS FUNERAL RITES SATURDAY CATHOLIC CHURCH
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Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Anna Loftus of California, who died suddenly in Minneapolis, will be held from the H. P. Dunn residence at 8:30 o'clock Saturday morning and from St. Francis church at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
A son, W. H. McGinnis, and a daughter, Mrs. [Mary] James Callen[sic], Glen Loftus of Port Townsend, Wash., two daughters of Minneapolis, Mrs. [Margaret] Rolf Bergford and Mrs. [Hazel] Gilbert Pinney, and a brother, M. J. Reilly of Detroit Lakes, John Austin of Minneapolis and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O'Connell of St. Paul are expected for the services. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch, 15 February 1935, p. 3)
FamilySearch Death Record
Name: Anna Loftus Austin
Gender: Female
Death Date: 12 Feb 1935
Age: 69
Birth Date: 1866
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's Name: John C. Austin
Father's Name: Timothy O'Reilly
AUSTIN, ANNA LOFTUS
CERTID# 1935-MN-018387
Date of Death: 12 FEB 1935
County of Death: HENNEPIN
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