WM. VOIGT

TWO RIVERS MAN, CIVIL WAR VET, ANSWERS CALL
William Voight(sic), civil war veteran and old resident of Two Rivers died at
his home there yesterday and his passing marks depletion of the ranks of
the men who founded Jos. Rankin post, G.A.R. of that city. He is one of
the last survivors of the civil war residing at Two Rivers.
Mr. Voight was born in Germany March 15, 1836 and came to America in 1843,
the family locating in the town of Mishicot. He enlisted and served in the
Civil war and shortly after his return was married in 1869 to Theresa
Krause. For a number of years Mr. Voigt(sic) conducted a saloon in Two
Rivers. He sold his saloon and he and his wife went to reside on the farm
of his parents and they returned to Two Rivers to live about twenty-two
years ago. Deceased is survived by his widow and one daughter, Mrs. Wm.
Brunemmer(sic).
Mr. Voigt had been a member of the Odd Fellows lodge at Two Rivers and
identified with the order for fifty years. The funeral will be held Friday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 23, 1921 p.1
~~~~~~~~~~~
ONLY ONE CIVIL WAR VET IS LEFT AT TWO RIVERS
The passing of Wm Voigt of Two Rivers a few days ago leaves only one
surviving veteran of the Civil War in that city and only a few more in
the northern part of the county. Thomas Lahey is the only remaining
veteran who resides in Two Rivers. The veterans who attended the funeral
of their comrade, Wm Voigt, were Mr. Buenzow of the Town of Two Creeks
and August Terens of Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 2, 1921 page 1
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

WILLIAM VOIGT

OLD TIMERS
The veterans of the Civil War are fast passing away or growing very old. 11,000 died in the past year. William Voigt is one of the few remaining who show very little the marks of old age. He enlisted in the 26th Regiment in 1862.
On December, 1853, he arrived in Two Rivers with his parents and they remained here only a short time at the home of Christian Berger. The family then settled in Saxonburg in the Town of Mishicot where William was at work with his father when the young men all around became agitated with the patriotic spirit to fight for the preservation of the union.
William and a friend, Carl Myer were undecided whether to enlist in the 26th or 27th regiment. So they came to Two Rivers to investigate. Here they met Mr. Linstedt, the mill owner, who advised them to go with him by wagon to Neshoto where a public war meeting would be held that afternoon. They went along. A great many others had come up from Two Rivers on a large scow. The meeting was addressed by Henry Baetz, Register of Deeds, John Betzaller and others. Going up to the speaker, Mr. Voigt inquired whether he too would go where duty called with those who volunteered. Being given a hand clasp of assurance on this point he and his friend enlisted from Two Rivers in August, 1862 in Company E of which Henry Baetz was made Captain. The other members of the company from Two Rivers were as follows: Gottfried Boetcher, Felix Burkhardt, Chas. Burstaedter, Carl Dietrich, Hy Hacker, Jacob Hein, Wm Hoss, Wm Hoefling, Conrad Hoffman, Martin Kuhn, Anton Kuhnel, John Kunkel, Frederick Nieman, Herman Raatz, Mathias Reisenbegler, Nikolaus Roeder, Christian Schmidt, Chas Stiede, Frederickk Zermuehlen.
The 26th Regiment became part of the Army of the Potomoc and participated in many great battles among them Chancellorsville and Gettysburg. At the battle of Chancellorsville while their regiment was advancing upon the enemy, Mr. Voigt was wounded, a bullet plowing through the side of his head and ear. With thousands of others who were removed from that bloody field, he was brought to a hospital in Washington. The wounded were taken up the Potomoc River in boats and then removal was hasty as the confederates were advancing.
In the hospital, Mr. Voigt had the honor of a visit from his former Corps Commander, General Sigel. This general had resigned his command a short time before owing to some unsatisfactory conditions. But he was anxious to visit some of his former soldiers who had been wounded. He wanted to know all about the battle. During the general's visit the chief surgeon came along to show him Mr. Voigt's wound and explained that if the bullet had cut the thickness of a finger nail deeper, it would have meant instant death. The wound left its effect for years and incapacitated him from further service in the war.
After his return from the war, Mr. Voigt engaged in farming and then took up his residence here in 1895. Forty four years ago he joined the Odd Fellows Lodge. He is a member of the Jos. Rankin G.A.R. Post and has been its quartermaster for many years. The soldier's monument at the Public Square was erected largely through his efforts. He resides with his wife in the Odd Fellows building and but for the fact that he is slightly troubled by rheumatism at times, his health is first rate at the advanced age of seventy eight.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 30, 1913
~~~~~~~~~
ANSWERS FINAL ROLL CALL
One of Last Members Here of the Grand Army of the Republic, Called to
His Reward
WILLIAM VOIGT, 85, DIES
Was Pioneer Settler Here, Member 26th Wisconsin Infantry Over 50 Years;
Member of I.O.O.F.
Tomorrow, Friday afternoon, all that is earthly of one of the last
veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic here, will be born to its
final resting place. William Voigt, convivial friend and neighbor to
many who loved him well, patriot and veteran of many battles of the
civil war, has responded to the last bugle call and joined the Grand
Army "Over There". The last honors of the grave will be a salute fired
by members of the Robert Burns Post, American Legion, who will march in
the funeral procession, a fitting tribute to one who fought and bled in
the great struggle, which he voluntarily entered to save his country in
the hour of its greatest peril. (photo)
William Voigt, aged 85, passed away at his home in Odd Fellows Hall of
which he was the care taker for the past twenty years, and which he
always kept scrupulously neat and trim, its lawn and flower beds being
one of the beauty spots of the city. Deceased came to this country in
1853 with his parents who settled in Mishicot. He enlisted with the 26th
Wisconsin Regiment in the Civil War and served until incapacitated for
service by being wounded in the head at the battle of Chancellorsville.
Excepting for about 10 years residence on a farm in the Town of
Mishicot, he and Mrs. Voigt, nee Theresa Krause, have since the war made
their home in this city. He was for over 50 years a member of the lodge.
The Odd Fellows here which will have charge of the funeral, Rev. T.T.
Holway acting as chaplain. He was the quartermaster for the Jos. Rankin
Post G.A.R. for many years and was a "moving spirit" in the
organization, his efforts being in part responsible for securing the
splendid soldiers monument on Washington Street.
Being scrupulously careful and precise in all things, he saw that no
grave was overlooked in the annual memorial day decorations. William
Voigt had been gradually failing in health for the past few months. He
was confined to bed for several weeks. Besides his widow, he is survived
by their only daughter, Mrs. William Bruemmer and four grandchildren,
Mrs. Otto Wilke, Mrs. William Kronforst, Mrs. Walter Mueller and Harold
Bruemmer besides five great grandchildren.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 24, 1921
********
MORE THAN ONE REMAINS
The Manitowoc Herald News states that there is only one more civil war
veteran left in Two Rivers. There are still two or three civil war
veterans in the city, among them Thomas Lahey and Charles Mathieson.
Among the survivors of the Grand Army from out of town who attended the
Voigt funeral where John Buenzow and August Terens of Mishicot.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 3, 1921
============================================

FRANK VORACEK

Death claimed Frank Voracheck, aged 76, at his home on 13th Street
Sunday due to the weakness of old age. Deceased was a native of Bohemia
and came to this country in 1855. He settled in Kewaunee where he
resided for many years until he took up his residence in Two Rivers
about ten years ago. He and his sons, Frank and James, made their home
together. Besides these sons he leaves his sons, Henry and Joseph of
Menominee, Mich., and two daughters, Mrs. Louis Trottman and Mrs. Rose
Schible of Owendale, Mich. All the children were here to attend the
funeral which was held from the home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. H.G.
Koten officiating.
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness
and sympathy shown us in our bereavement due to the illness and death of
our beloved father.
The Voracheck family.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 5, 1921
********
Frank Voracheck who has been an employee of the Hamilton Mfg. Company
since August, 1902, and whose death was mentioned in the Reporter was
insured for $1000.00 by the Hamilton Mfg. Co., and his heirs will be
paid that amount.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 19, 1921
=========================================

VORACEK - you don't have any of these.

============================================
You're missing some of these. I also have obituaries for most.
WILHELM WEGNER

The funeral of the late William Wagner (sic), held at Two Rivers
attested the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of
friends, a delegation of thirty or more from this city going to Two
Rivers to attend the burial services. Mr. Wagner had made his home
with William Fricke in this city for some time and Mr. Fricke with
fifteen others attended from this city, in addition to G.A.R. and
the Odd Fellows, both orders sending large delegations.
Manitowoc Daily Herald Monday, December 23, 1912 pg. 2
*********
(March 2, 1833/December 15, 1913(sic)/From Manitowoc County Civil War
Roundtable)
[bur. 1912]
*********
MAY LOSE HANDS FROM EXPOSURE
William Wagner, Two Rivers, County Board Member in Bad Shape
Exposure, that resulted when he became confused in the blinding snow
storm early
last week while on his way home, may cost William Wagner, deputy sheriff
and
member of the County Board from Two Rivers, the loss of his hands which
were
frozen by the cold. Mr. Wagner, who is well advanced in years, had
served as a
member of the Circuit court jury having the Clay Co. case and it was while
returning to his home at Two Rivers. The snow had not been cleared from
the walk
leading to his home and he experienced trouble in reaching his residence
and
becoming exhausted, fell and was unable to rise. When found, Mr.Wagner was
unconscious and had been in the snow for two hours or more, the result
being that
he suffered severely. Owing to the advanced age of Mr. Wagner an
operation for
amputation of the hands, which now seems necessary, may be a most
serious matter.
The unfortunate man is well known in this city, having served as a
member of the
County Board from Two Rivers Third Ward for years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Feb. 19, 1906
==========================================

news article GERTRUDE WILKER; 80th birthday

OLD TIMER CELEBRATES
Having reached the good old age of 80 years with a generous share of
good health and strength still hers, Mrs. Henry Wilker gathered her
children around her and celebrated the event with becoming enthusiasm.
Mrs. Wilker settled here with her husband in the late 50's, coming from
Chesley, Ontario, when this vicinity was a wilderness. Her husband
enlisted in the army in the Civil War returning safely. There are six
children, namely, Mrs. Katie Schmidt and Mrs. C. Sprenger of Milwaukee;
Mrs. T.W. Neuman of Sheboygan, who came here for the occasion; also
William of Gillett, who visited here a short time ago; John Wilker and
Mrs. Geo. Lamson of this city. There are many grandchildren and eleven
great grandchildren. The Reporter extends best wishes for many happy
returns of the day.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921
============================================
ANSWERS FINAL ROLL CALL
One of Last Members Here of the Grand Army of the Republic, Called to
His Reward
WILLIAM VOIGT, 85, DIES
Was Pioneer Settler Here, Member 26th Wisconsin Infantry Over 50 Years;
Member of I.O.O.F.
Tomorrow, Friday afternoon, all that is earthly of one of the last
veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic here, will be born to its
final resting place. William Voigt, convivial friend and neighbor to
many who loved him well, patriot and veteran of many battles of the
civil war, has responded to the last bugle call and joined the Grand
Army "Over There". The last honors of the grave will be a salute fired
by members of the Robert Burns Post, American Legion, who will march in
the funeral procession, a fitting tribute to one who fought and bled in
the great struggle, which he voluntarily entered to save his country in
the hour of its greatest peril. (photo)
William Voigt, aged 85, passed away at his home in Odd Fellows Hall of
which he was the care taker for the past twenty years, and which he
always kept scrupulously neat and trim, its lawn and flower beds being
one of the beauty spots of the city. Deceased came to this country in
1853 with his parents who settled in Mishicot. He enlisted with the 26th
Wisconsin Regiment in the Civil War and served until incapacitated for
service by being wounded in the head at the battle of Chancellorsville.
Excepting for about 10 years residence on a farm in the Town of
Mishicot, he and Mrs. Voigt, nee Theresa Krause, have since the war made
their home in this city. He was for over 50 years a member of the lodge.
The Odd Fellows here which will have charge of the funeral, Rev. T.T.
Holway acting as chaplain. He was the quartermaster for the Jos. Rankin
Post G.A.R. for many years and was a "moving spirit" in the
organization, his efforts being in part responsible for securing the
splendid soldiers monument on Washington Street.
Being scrupulously careful and precise in all things, he saw that no
grave was overlooked in the annual memorial day decorations. William
Voigt had been gradually failing in health for the past few months. He
was confined to bed for several weeks. Besides his widow, he is survived
by their only daughter, Mrs. William Bruemmer and four grandchildren,
Mrs. Otto Wilke, Mrs. William Kronforst, Mrs. Walter Mueller and Harold
Bruemmer besides five great grandchildren.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 24, 1921
********
MORE THAN ONE REMAINS
The Manitowoc Herald News states that there is only one more civil war
veteran left in Two Rivers. There are still two or three civil war
veterans in the city, among them Thomas Lahey and Charles Mathieson.
Among the survivors of the Grand Army from out of town who attended the
Voigt funeral where John Buenzow and August Terens of Mishicot.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 3, 1921
============================================

FRANK VORACEK

Death claimed Frank Voracheck, aged 76, at his home on 13th Street
Sunday due to the weakness of old age. Deceased was a native of Bohemia
and came to this country in 1855. He settled in Kewaunee where he
resided for many years until he took up his residence in Two Rivers
about ten years ago. He and his sons, Frank and James, made their home
together. Besides these sons he leaves his sons, Henry and Joseph of
Menominee, Mich., and two daughters, Mrs. Louis Trottman and Mrs. Rose
Schible of Owendale, Mich. All the children were here to attend the
funeral which was held from the home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. H.G.
Koten officiating.
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness
and sympathy shown us in our bereavement due to the illness and death of
our beloved father.
The Voracheck family.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 5, 1921
********
Frank Voracheck who has been an employee of the Hamilton Mfg. Company
since August, 1902, and whose death was mentioned in the Reporter was
insured for $1000.00 by the Hamilton Mfg. Co., and his heirs will be
paid that amount.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 19, 1921
=========================================

VORACEK - you don't have any of these.

============================================
You're missing some of these. I also have obituaries for most.
WILHELM WEGNER

The funeral of the late William Wagner (sic), held at Two Rivers
attested the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of
friends, a delegation of thirty or more from this city going to Two
Rivers to attend the burial services. Mr. Wagner had made his home
with William Fricke in this city for some time and Mr. Fricke with
fifteen others attended from this city, in addition to G.A.R. and
the Odd Fellows, both orders sending large delegations.
Manitowoc Daily Herald Monday, December 23, 1912 pg. 2
*********
(March 2, 1833/December 15, 1913(sic)/From Manitowoc County Civil War
Roundtable)
[bur. 1912]
*********
MAY LOSE HANDS FROM EXPOSURE
William Wagner, Two Rivers, County Board Member in Bad Shape
Exposure, that resulted when he became confused in the blinding snow
storm early
last week while on his way home, may cost William Wagner, deputy sheriff
and
member of the County Board from Two Rivers, the loss of his hands which
were
frozen by the cold. Mr. Wagner, who is well advanced in years, had
served as a
member of the Circuit court jury having the Clay Co. case and it was while
returning to his home at Two Rivers. The snow had not been cleared from
the walk
leading to his home and he experienced trouble in reaching his residence
and
becoming exhausted, fell and was unable to rise. When found, Mr.Wagner was
unconscious and had been in the snow for two hours or more, the result
being that
he suffered severely. Owing to the advanced age of Mr. Wagner an
operation for
amputation of the hands, which now seems necessary, may be a most
serious matter.
The unfortunate man is well known in this city, having served as a
member of the
County Board from Two Rivers Third Ward for years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Feb. 19, 1906
==========================================

news article GERTRUDE WILKER; 80th birthday

OLD TIMER CELEBRATES
Having reached the good old age of 80 years with a generous share of
good health and strength still hers, Mrs. Henry Wilker gathered her
children around her and celebrated the event with becoming enthusiasm.
Mrs. Wilker settled here with her husband in the late 50's, coming from
Chesley, Ontario, when this vicinity was a wilderness. Her husband
enlisted in the army in the Civil War returning safely. There are six
children, namely, Mrs. Katie Schmidt and Mrs. C. Sprenger of Milwaukee;
Mrs. T.W. Neuman of Sheboygan, who came here for the occasion; also
William of Gillett, who visited here a short time ago; John Wilker and
Mrs. Geo. Lamson of this city. There are many grandchildren and eleven
great grandchildren. The Reporter extends best wishes for many happy
returns of the day.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921
============================================
ANSWERS FINAL ROLL CALL
One of Last Members Here of the Grand Army of the Republic, Called to
His Reward
WILLIAM VOIGT, 85, DIES
Was Pioneer Settler Here, Member 26th Wisconsin Infantry Over 50 Years;
Member of I.O.O.F.
Tomorrow, Friday afternoon, all that is earthly of one of the last
veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic here, will be born to its
final resting place. William Voigt, convivial friend and neighbor to
many who loved him well, patriot and veteran of many battles of the
civil war, has responded to the last bugle call and joined the Grand
Army "Over There". The last honors of the grave will be a salute fired
by members of the Robert Burns Post, American Legion, who will march in
the funeral procession, a fitting tribute to one who fought and bled in
the great struggle, which he voluntarily entered to save his country in
the hour of its greatest peril. (photo)
William Voigt, aged 85, passed away at his home in Odd Fellows Hall of
which he was the care taker for the past twenty years, and which he
always kept scrupulously neat and trim, its lawn and flower beds being
one of the beauty spots of the city. Deceased came to this country in
1853 with his parents who settled in Mishicot. He enlisted with the 26th
Wisconsin Regiment in the Civil War and served until incapacitated for
service by being wounded in the head at the battle of Chancellorsville.
Excepting for about 10 years residence on a farm in the Town of
Mishicot, he and Mrs. Voigt, nee Theresa Krause, have since the war made
their home in this city. He was for over 50 years a member of the lodge.
The Odd Fellows here which will have charge of the funeral, Rev. T.T.
Holway acting as chaplain. He was the quartermaster for the Jos. Rankin
Post G.A.R. for many years and was a "moving spirit" in the
organization, his efforts being in part responsible for securing the
splendid soldiers monument on Washington Street.
Being scrupulously careful and precise in all things, he saw that no
grave was overlooked in the annual memorial day decorations. William
Voigt had been gradually failing in health for the past few months. He
was confined to bed for several weeks. Besides his widow, he is survived
by their only daughter, Mrs. William Bruemmer and four grandchildren,
Mrs. Otto Wilke, Mrs. William Kronforst, Mrs. Walter Mueller and Harold
Bruemmer besides five great grandchildren.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 24, 1921
********
MORE THAN ONE REMAINS
The Manitowoc Herald News states that there is only one more civil war
veteran left in Two Rivers. There are still two or three civil war
veterans in the city, among them Thomas Lahey and Charles Mathieson.
Among the survivors of the Grand Army from out of town who attended the
Voigt funeral where John Buenzow and August Terens of Mishicot.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 3, 1921
============================================

FRANK VORACEK

Death claimed Frank Voracheck, aged 76, at his home on 13th Street
Sunday due to the weakness of old age. Deceased was a native of Bohemia
and came to this country in 1855. He settled in Kewaunee where he
resided for many years until he took up his residence in Two Rivers
about ten years ago. He and his sons, Frank and James, made their home
together. Besides these sons he leaves his sons, Henry and Joseph of
Menominee, Mich., and two daughters, Mrs. Louis Trottman and Mrs. Rose
Schible of Owendale, Mich. All the children were here to attend the
funeral which was held from the home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. H.G.
Koten officiating.
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness
and sympathy shown us in our bereavement due to the illness and death of
our beloved father.
The Voracheck family.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 5, 1921
********
Frank Voracheck who has been an employee of the Hamilton Mfg. Company
since August, 1902, and whose death was mentioned in the Reporter was
insured for $1000.00 by the Hamilton Mfg. Co., and his heirs will be
paid that amount.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 19, 1921
=========================================

VORACEK - you don't have any of these.

============================================
You're missing some of these. I also have obituaries for most.
WILHELM WEGNER

The funeral of the late William Wagner (sic), held at Two Rivers
attested the high esteem in which he was held by a large circle of
friends, a delegation of thirty or more from this city going to Two
Rivers to attend the burial services. Mr. Wagner had made his home
with William Fricke in this city for some time and Mr. Fricke with
fifteen others attended from this city, in addition to G.A.R. and
the Odd Fellows, both orders sending large delegations.
Manitowoc Daily Herald Monday, December 23, 1912 pg. 2
*********
(March 2, 1833/December 15, 1913(sic)/From Manitowoc County Civil War
Roundtable)
[bur. 1912]
*********
MAY LOSE HANDS FROM EXPOSURE
William Wagner, Two Rivers, County Board Member in Bad Shape
Exposure, that resulted when he became confused in the blinding snow
storm early
last week while on his way home, may cost William Wagner, deputy sheriff
and
member of the County Board from Two Rivers, the loss of his hands which
were
frozen by the cold. Mr. Wagner, who is well advanced in years, had
served as a
member of the Circuit court jury having the Clay Co. case and it was while
returning to his home at Two Rivers. The snow had not been cleared from
the walk
leading to his home and he experienced trouble in reaching his residence
and
becoming exhausted, fell and was unable to rise. When found, Mr.Wagner was
unconscious and had been in the snow for two hours or more, the result
being that
he suffered severely. Owing to the advanced age of Mr. Wagner an
operation for
amputation of the hands, which now seems necessary, may be a most
serious matter.
The unfortunate man is well known in this city, having served as a
member of the
County Board from Two Rivers Third Ward for years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Feb. 19, 1906
==========================================

news article GERTRUDE WILKER; 80th birthday

OLD TIMER CELEBRATES
Having reached the good old age of 80 years with a generous share of
good health and strength still hers, Mrs. Henry Wilker gathered her
children around her and celebrated the event with becoming enthusiasm.
Mrs. Wilker settled here with her husband in the late 50's, coming from
Chesley, Ontario, when this vicinity was a wilderness. Her husband
enlisted in the army in the Civil War returning safely. There are six
children, namely, Mrs. Katie Schmidt and Mrs. C. Sprenger of Milwaukee;
Mrs. T.W. Neuman of Sheboygan, who came here for the occasion; also
William of Gillett, who visited here a short time ago; John Wilker and
Mrs. Geo. Lamson of this city. There are many grandchildren and eleven
great grandchildren. The Reporter extends best wishes for many happy
returns of the day.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921
============================================

ANSWERS FINAL ROLL CALL
One of Last Members Here of the Grand Army of the Republic, Called to
His Reward
WILLIAM VOIGT, 85, DIES
Was Pioneer Settler Here, Member 26th Wisconsin Infantry Over 50 Years;
Member of I.O.O.F.
Tomorrow, Friday afternoon, all that is earthly of one of the last
veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic here, will be born to its
final resting place. William Voigt, convivial friend and neighbor to
many who loved him well, patriot and veteran of many battles of the
civil war, has responded to the last bugle call and joined the Grand
Army "Over There". The last honors of the grave will be a salute fired
by members of the Robert Burns Post, American Legion, who will march in
the funeral procession, a fitting tribute to one who fought and bled in
the great struggle, which he voluntarily entered to save his country in
the hour of its greatest peril. (photo)
William Voigt, aged 85, passed away at his home in Odd Fellows Hall of
which he was the care taker for the past twenty years, and which he
always kept scrupulously neat and trim, its lawn and flower beds being
one of the beauty spots of the city. Deceased came to this country in
1853 with his parents who settled in Mishicot. He enlisted with the 26th
Wisconsin Regiment in the Civil War and served until incapacitated for
service by being wounded in the head at the battle of Chancellorsville.
Excepting for about 10 years residence on a farm in the Town of
Mishicot, he and Mrs. Voigt, nee Theresa Krause, have since the war made
their home in this city. He was for over 50 years a member of the lodge.
The Odd Fellows here which will have charge of the funeral, Rev. T.T.
Holway acting as chaplain. He was the quartermaster for the Jos. Rankin
Post G.A.R. for many years and was a "moving spirit" in the
organization, his efforts being in part responsible for securing the
splendid soldiers monument on Washington Street.
Being scrupulously careful and precise in all things, he saw that no
grave was overlooked in the annual memorial day decorations. William
Voigt had been gradually failing in health for the past few months. He
was confined to bed for several weeks. Besides his widow, he is survived
by their only daughter, Mrs. William Bruemmer and four grandchildren,
Mrs. Otto Wilke, Mrs. William Kronforst, Mrs. Walter Mueller and Harold
Bruemmer besides five great grandchildren.
The Reporter, Thurs., Feb. 24, 1921
********
MORE THAN ONE REMAINS
The Manitowoc Herald News states that there is only one more civil war
veteran left in Two Rivers. There are still two or three civil war
veterans in the city, among them Thomas Lahey and Charles Mathieson.
Among the survivors of the Grand Army from out of town who attended the
Voigt funeral where John Buenzow and August Terens of Mishicot.
The Reporter, Thurs., Mar. 3, 1921