Baptized Günther August Louis Gebicke 25 Dez 1861 Frankenhausen, Schwarzburg, Deutschland to parents Johann Friedrich Jacob Gebicke and Johanne Henriette Gebicke.
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The Evening Star, September 11, 1896
Louis Gebicke Dead
His Body Found in a Rocky Ravine Above Georgetown
No Signs of Suicide
Well-Known Member of the Marine Band
Funeral Services
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The deceased was thirty-three years of age and was a powerfully built man. He was a native of Frankhausen,
Germany, and had been in this country fourteen years. In Germany he was a member of Efhurt's miklitary band, and in America joined Gilmore's celebrated organization. At the request of Prof. Sousa he joined the Marine Band seven yars ago, but, becoming dissatisfied, he left and played with some local bands, finally securing an appointment on the police force. When Prof. Fanciulli took charge of the Marine Band Gebicke returned to the ranks, and by his skill and ability as a musician arose to the assistant leader. Shortly after, having trouble with the leader, he requested his discharge, but this was refused. He was a member of the
Police Relief Association, the Eastern Athletic Club and the Columbia Athletic Club. His jovial disposition winning him a large circle of acquaintances.
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Mrs. Gebicke and her six children are residing with relatives at 210 F street northeast, and it is understood that the family is without means other than such as is furnished by the relatives. The members of the Marine Band today made up a generous purse which is to be turned over to the widow.
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The Evening Star, September 11, 1896
Louis Gebicke Dead
His Body Found in a Rocky Ravine Above Georgetown
No Signs of Suicide
Well-Known Member of the Marine Band
Funeral Services
.......................
The deceased was thirty-three years of age and was a powerfully built man. He was a native of Frankhausen,
Germany, and had been in this country fourteen years. In Germany he was a member of Efhurt's miklitary band, and in America joined Gilmore's celebrated organization. At the request of Prof. Sousa he joined the Marine Band seven yars ago, but, becoming dissatisfied, he left and played with some local bands, finally securing an appointment on the police force. When Prof. Fanciulli took charge of the Marine Band Gebicke returned to the ranks, and by his skill and ability as a musician arose to the assistant leader. Shortly after, having trouble with the leader, he requested his discharge, but this was refused. He was a member of the
Police Relief Association, the Eastern Athletic Club and the Columbia Athletic Club. His jovial disposition winning him a large circle of acquaintances.
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Mrs. Gebicke and her six children are residing with relatives at 210 F street northeast, and it is understood that the family is without means other than such as is furnished by the relatives. The members of the Marine Band today made up a generous purse which is to be turned over to the widow.
Baptized Günther August Louis Gebicke 25 Dez 1861 Frankenhausen, Schwarzburg, Deutschland to parents Johann Friedrich Jacob Gebicke and Johanne Henriette Gebicke.
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The Evening Star, September 11, 1896
Louis Gebicke Dead
His Body Found in a Rocky Ravine Above Georgetown
No Signs of Suicide
Well-Known Member of the Marine Band
Funeral Services
.......................
The deceased was thirty-three years of age and was a powerfully built man. He was a native of Frankhausen,
Germany, and had been in this country fourteen years. In Germany he was a member of Efhurt's miklitary band, and in America joined Gilmore's celebrated organization. At the request of Prof. Sousa he joined the Marine Band seven yars ago, but, becoming dissatisfied, he left and played with some local bands, finally securing an appointment on the police force. When Prof. Fanciulli took charge of the Marine Band Gebicke returned to the ranks, and by his skill and ability as a musician arose to the assistant leader. Shortly after, having trouble with the leader, he requested his discharge, but this was refused. He was a member of the
Police Relief Association, the Eastern Athletic Club and the Columbia Athletic Club. His jovial disposition winning him a large circle of acquaintances.
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Mrs. Gebicke and her six children are residing with relatives at 210 F street northeast, and it is understood that the family is without means other than such as is furnished by the relatives. The members of the Marine Band today made up a generous purse which is to be turned over to the widow.
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The Evening Star, September 11, 1896
Louis Gebicke Dead
His Body Found in a Rocky Ravine Above Georgetown
No Signs of Suicide
Well-Known Member of the Marine Band
Funeral Services
.......................
The deceased was thirty-three years of age and was a powerfully built man. He was a native of Frankhausen,
Germany, and had been in this country fourteen years. In Germany he was a member of Efhurt's miklitary band, and in America joined Gilmore's celebrated organization. At the request of Prof. Sousa he joined the Marine Band seven yars ago, but, becoming dissatisfied, he left and played with some local bands, finally securing an appointment on the police force. When Prof. Fanciulli took charge of the Marine Band Gebicke returned to the ranks, and by his skill and ability as a musician arose to the assistant leader. Shortly after, having trouble with the leader, he requested his discharge, but this was refused. He was a member of the
Police Relief Association, the Eastern Athletic Club and the Columbia Athletic Club. His jovial disposition winning him a large circle of acquaintances.
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Mrs. Gebicke and her six children are residing with relatives at 210 F street northeast, and it is understood that the family is without means other than such as is furnished by the relatives. The members of the Marine Band today made up a generous purse which is to be turned over to the widow.
Inscription
New York
1 Cl. Mus.
U.S. Marine Corps
Family Members
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