MRS. JAMES SHAW GOES TO HER REWARD
Alice Loise Shaw, beloved wife of James Shaw of Logan, passed to her reward at St. Joseph's hospital in this city Monday morning at about seven o'clock, following an illness of less than a week from peritonitis. It was but a week ago Monday night that Mrs. Shaw became ill very suddenly, an operation being performed the following morning. Her condition was so serious from the beginning that surgeons held out but little hope for her recovery. She was given the greatest care tow nurses being in constant attendance. She made a brave struggle for life, declaring that no withstanding that her attendants held out no encouragement for her, she would survive and this undoubtedly prolonged her life several days, but the All Wise Ruler of our destiny saw fit to call her hence.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Van Fleet's undertaking parlors and never in the history of our city has a higher tribute been paid to anyone than during those obsequies. Friends gathered from everywhere and the rooms were hardly able to hold the large number. Scores of friends from Logan, Sawyer and other localities gathered to pay their last tribute to the noble little woman.
The Episcopal services, conducted by Rev. J. N. MacKenzie, were very impressive and the minister's remarks, directed more to the living than to the dead, will long be remembered by those who were there. He spoke of the unselfish Christian life of the deceased and told how he had been called to administer the last sacrament not long before she was called hence. She looked forward to meeting her Maker as only a true Christian could and said "I am at peace with my Savior." The floral offerings were beautiful and numerous. A large number of nurses from the city who had become acquainted with Mrs. Shaw professionally, attended the services. Episcopal ritualistic ceremonies were held at the grave in Rosehill cemetery, and as the snow-white casket was lowered there was not one present but who shed tears.
Mrs. Shaw was a most remarkable woman. She was born in London, England, where she lived until five years ago, coming to America to marry the man who had asked her to join him in this land of promise. Almost immediately upon her arrival here she was married to Mr. Shaw, the ceremony being performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earle Stredwick at Logan, April 8, 1911. Mrs. Shaw had spent twelve years nursing in England. She was a graduate of Guy's hospital of London and from the St. Bartholomew hospital, making a specialty of Opthalmic work. She brot to America recommendations from the leading London specialists. Since her marriage she followed her profession for some time, being superintendent of the Anamoose hospital for fifteen months. Her services as a nurse were in demand at all times and it is believed that she over-exerted herself in trying to help others, perhaps bringing on the illness which caused her death.
The bright faced little woman, with her sparkling eyes and beautiful manners, will ever be remembered in the homes of the people where she was instrumental in alleviating so much pain.
Mr. and Mrs. Shaw met in London eighteen years ago. Mr. Shaw was employed at the time as correspondence clerk for the Prudential Insurance Co. When the Boer war broke out he volunteered his services, fighting with Sir Leslie Rundle's column, the Eight division, in 1901 and 1902, when he was wounded. After the war, he came to America but all the while he kept up his correspondence with the girl far across the sea. Mrs. Shaw was not only a loving wife but she was truly a partner in his business affairs, lending wise counsel. Mr. Shaw has ever been ready to give to the business acumen of his wife much of the credit for what success he has made in life. Mrs. Shaw has worked hard that she might assist in building the cozy little home at Logan, intending soon to quit nursing that she might spend more time with her husband and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Over Mrs. Shaw's desk at he Anamoose hospital this motto was to be seen: "The Noblest Purpose in Life is Service and Uplift to Humanity." and this seemed to be the guiding principle of her life. As she lay suffering at the hospital her main desire was that she might be able to assist in relieving the sufferings of others.
Mrs. Shaw is survived by her aged mother, three sisters and two brothers living in London, besides her husband, all of whom have the sincerest sympathy of the host of friends.
The Ward County Independent
Thursday, April 27, 1916
Page 1
Alice Loise Shaw, beloved wife of James Shaw of Logan, passed to her reward at St. Joseph's hospital in this city Monday morning at about seven o'clock, following an illness of less than a week from peritonitis. It was but a week ago Monday night that Mrs. Shaw became ill very suddenly, an operation being performed the following morning. Her condition was so serious from the beginning that surgeons held out but little hope for her recovery. She was given the greatest care tow nurses being in constant attendance. She made a brave struggle for life, declaring that no withstanding that her attendants held out no encouragement for her, she would survive and this undoubtedly prolonged her life several days, but the All Wise Ruler of our destiny saw fit to call her hence.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Van Fleet's undertaking parlors and never in the history of our city has a higher tribute been paid to anyone than during those obsequies. Friends gathered from everywhere and the rooms were hardly able to hold the large number. Scores of friends from Logan, Sawyer and other localities gathered to pay their last tribute to the noble little woman.
The Episcopal services, conducted by Rev. J. N. MacKenzie, were very impressive and the minister's remarks, directed more to the living than to the dead, will long be remembered by those who were there. He spoke of the unselfish Christian life of the deceased and told how he had been called to administer the last sacrament not long before she was called hence. She looked forward to meeting her Maker as only a true Christian could and said "I am at peace with my Savior." The floral offerings were beautiful and numerous. A large number of nurses from the city who had become acquainted with Mrs. Shaw professionally, attended the services. Episcopal ritualistic ceremonies were held at the grave in Rosehill cemetery, and as the snow-white casket was lowered there was not one present but who shed tears.
Mrs. Shaw was a most remarkable woman. She was born in London, England, where she lived until five years ago, coming to America to marry the man who had asked her to join him in this land of promise. Almost immediately upon her arrival here she was married to Mr. Shaw, the ceremony being performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earle Stredwick at Logan, April 8, 1911. Mrs. Shaw had spent twelve years nursing in England. She was a graduate of Guy's hospital of London and from the St. Bartholomew hospital, making a specialty of Opthalmic work. She brot to America recommendations from the leading London specialists. Since her marriage she followed her profession for some time, being superintendent of the Anamoose hospital for fifteen months. Her services as a nurse were in demand at all times and it is believed that she over-exerted herself in trying to help others, perhaps bringing on the illness which caused her death.
The bright faced little woman, with her sparkling eyes and beautiful manners, will ever be remembered in the homes of the people where she was instrumental in alleviating so much pain.
Mr. and Mrs. Shaw met in London eighteen years ago. Mr. Shaw was employed at the time as correspondence clerk for the Prudential Insurance Co. When the Boer war broke out he volunteered his services, fighting with Sir Leslie Rundle's column, the Eight division, in 1901 and 1902, when he was wounded. After the war, he came to America but all the while he kept up his correspondence with the girl far across the sea. Mrs. Shaw was not only a loving wife but she was truly a partner in his business affairs, lending wise counsel. Mr. Shaw has ever been ready to give to the business acumen of his wife much of the credit for what success he has made in life. Mrs. Shaw has worked hard that she might assist in building the cozy little home at Logan, intending soon to quit nursing that she might spend more time with her husband and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Over Mrs. Shaw's desk at he Anamoose hospital this motto was to be seen: "The Noblest Purpose in Life is Service and Uplift to Humanity." and this seemed to be the guiding principle of her life. As she lay suffering at the hospital her main desire was that she might be able to assist in relieving the sufferings of others.
Mrs. Shaw is survived by her aged mother, three sisters and two brothers living in London, besides her husband, all of whom have the sincerest sympathy of the host of friends.
The Ward County Independent
Thursday, April 27, 1916
Page 1
MRS. JAMES SHAW GOES TO HER REWARD
Alice Loise Shaw, beloved wife of James Shaw of Logan, passed to her reward at St. Joseph's hospital in this city Monday morning at about seven o'clock, following an illness of less than a week from peritonitis. It was but a week ago Monday night that Mrs. Shaw became ill very suddenly, an operation being performed the following morning. Her condition was so serious from the beginning that surgeons held out but little hope for her recovery. She was given the greatest care tow nurses being in constant attendance. She made a brave struggle for life, declaring that no withstanding that her attendants held out no encouragement for her, she would survive and this undoubtedly prolonged her life several days, but the All Wise Ruler of our destiny saw fit to call her hence.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Van Fleet's undertaking parlors and never in the history of our city has a higher tribute been paid to anyone than during those obsequies. Friends gathered from everywhere and the rooms were hardly able to hold the large number. Scores of friends from Logan, Sawyer and other localities gathered to pay their last tribute to the noble little woman.
The Episcopal services, conducted by Rev. J. N. MacKenzie, were very impressive and the minister's remarks, directed more to the living than to the dead, will long be remembered by those who were there. He spoke of the unselfish Christian life of the deceased and told how he had been called to administer the last sacrament not long before she was called hence. She looked forward to meeting her Maker as only a true Christian could and said "I am at peace with my Savior." The floral offerings were beautiful and numerous. A large number of nurses from the city who had become acquainted with Mrs. Shaw professionally, attended the services. Episcopal ritualistic ceremonies were held at the grave in Rosehill cemetery, and as the snow-white casket was lowered there was not one present but who shed tears.
Mrs. Shaw was a most remarkable woman. She was born in London, England, where she lived until five years ago, coming to America to marry the man who had asked her to join him in this land of promise. Almost immediately upon her arrival here she was married to Mr. Shaw, the ceremony being performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earle Stredwick at Logan, April 8, 1911. Mrs. Shaw had spent twelve years nursing in England. She was a graduate of Guy's hospital of London and from the St. Bartholomew hospital, making a specialty of Opthalmic work. She brot to America recommendations from the leading London specialists. Since her marriage she followed her profession for some time, being superintendent of the Anamoose hospital for fifteen months. Her services as a nurse were in demand at all times and it is believed that she over-exerted herself in trying to help others, perhaps bringing on the illness which caused her death.
The bright faced little woman, with her sparkling eyes and beautiful manners, will ever be remembered in the homes of the people where she was instrumental in alleviating so much pain.
Mr. and Mrs. Shaw met in London eighteen years ago. Mr. Shaw was employed at the time as correspondence clerk for the Prudential Insurance Co. When the Boer war broke out he volunteered his services, fighting with Sir Leslie Rundle's column, the Eight division, in 1901 and 1902, when he was wounded. After the war, he came to America but all the while he kept up his correspondence with the girl far across the sea. Mrs. Shaw was not only a loving wife but she was truly a partner in his business affairs, lending wise counsel. Mr. Shaw has ever been ready to give to the business acumen of his wife much of the credit for what success he has made in life. Mrs. Shaw has worked hard that she might assist in building the cozy little home at Logan, intending soon to quit nursing that she might spend more time with her husband and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Over Mrs. Shaw's desk at he Anamoose hospital this motto was to be seen: "The Noblest Purpose in Life is Service and Uplift to Humanity." and this seemed to be the guiding principle of her life. As she lay suffering at the hospital her main desire was that she might be able to assist in relieving the sufferings of others.
Mrs. Shaw is survived by her aged mother, three sisters and two brothers living in London, besides her husband, all of whom have the sincerest sympathy of the host of friends.
The Ward County Independent
Thursday, April 27, 1916
Page 1
Alice Loise Shaw, beloved wife of James Shaw of Logan, passed to her reward at St. Joseph's hospital in this city Monday morning at about seven o'clock, following an illness of less than a week from peritonitis. It was but a week ago Monday night that Mrs. Shaw became ill very suddenly, an operation being performed the following morning. Her condition was so serious from the beginning that surgeons held out but little hope for her recovery. She was given the greatest care tow nurses being in constant attendance. She made a brave struggle for life, declaring that no withstanding that her attendants held out no encouragement for her, she would survive and this undoubtedly prolonged her life several days, but the All Wise Ruler of our destiny saw fit to call her hence.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Van Fleet's undertaking parlors and never in the history of our city has a higher tribute been paid to anyone than during those obsequies. Friends gathered from everywhere and the rooms were hardly able to hold the large number. Scores of friends from Logan, Sawyer and other localities gathered to pay their last tribute to the noble little woman.
The Episcopal services, conducted by Rev. J. N. MacKenzie, were very impressive and the minister's remarks, directed more to the living than to the dead, will long be remembered by those who were there. He spoke of the unselfish Christian life of the deceased and told how he had been called to administer the last sacrament not long before she was called hence. She looked forward to meeting her Maker as only a true Christian could and said "I am at peace with my Savior." The floral offerings were beautiful and numerous. A large number of nurses from the city who had become acquainted with Mrs. Shaw professionally, attended the services. Episcopal ritualistic ceremonies were held at the grave in Rosehill cemetery, and as the snow-white casket was lowered there was not one present but who shed tears.
Mrs. Shaw was a most remarkable woman. She was born in London, England, where she lived until five years ago, coming to America to marry the man who had asked her to join him in this land of promise. Almost immediately upon her arrival here she was married to Mr. Shaw, the ceremony being performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earle Stredwick at Logan, April 8, 1911. Mrs. Shaw had spent twelve years nursing in England. She was a graduate of Guy's hospital of London and from the St. Bartholomew hospital, making a specialty of Opthalmic work. She brot to America recommendations from the leading London specialists. Since her marriage she followed her profession for some time, being superintendent of the Anamoose hospital for fifteen months. Her services as a nurse were in demand at all times and it is believed that she over-exerted herself in trying to help others, perhaps bringing on the illness which caused her death.
The bright faced little woman, with her sparkling eyes and beautiful manners, will ever be remembered in the homes of the people where she was instrumental in alleviating so much pain.
Mr. and Mrs. Shaw met in London eighteen years ago. Mr. Shaw was employed at the time as correspondence clerk for the Prudential Insurance Co. When the Boer war broke out he volunteered his services, fighting with Sir Leslie Rundle's column, the Eight division, in 1901 and 1902, when he was wounded. After the war, he came to America but all the while he kept up his correspondence with the girl far across the sea. Mrs. Shaw was not only a loving wife but she was truly a partner in his business affairs, lending wise counsel. Mr. Shaw has ever been ready to give to the business acumen of his wife much of the credit for what success he has made in life. Mrs. Shaw has worked hard that she might assist in building the cozy little home at Logan, intending soon to quit nursing that she might spend more time with her husband and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Over Mrs. Shaw's desk at he Anamoose hospital this motto was to be seen: "The Noblest Purpose in Life is Service and Uplift to Humanity." and this seemed to be the guiding principle of her life. As she lay suffering at the hospital her main desire was that she might be able to assist in relieving the sufferings of others.
Mrs. Shaw is survived by her aged mother, three sisters and two brothers living in London, besides her husband, all of whom have the sincerest sympathy of the host of friends.
The Ward County Independent
Thursday, April 27, 1916
Page 1
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