A Virtual Tour of Worley’s Run Cemetery

During our visit to Worley’s Run Cemetery in Nile Township, Scioto County, Ohio, on December 3, 2023, we were immersed in the distinctive character of rural burial grounds that serves the needs of specific communities. This site exemplifies the blend of historical and currently active cemeteries, illustrating the evolution of Continue Reading

Death Claims Twin Babies at Biggs House

“Two six-months’ old babies. Eithel and Ethel Taylor, twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John Taylor of 345 1/2 Front street, died yesterday at their home following an illness brought on by the extreme heat and improper feeding. Coroner Virgil Fowler, who investigated the death of the children said that Continue Reading

Nile Township Woman Passed Away

“Mrs. Mary Anne Beavers, one of the oldest residents of Nile township, died at her home at Friendship Wednesday evening. Her exact age is not known, but is said she is past 90.” “She is survived by two children Andrew and Mrs. Cynthia Semones both of Friendship. Her husband, Andrew Continue Reading

Thomas Windsor Dies on Odle Creek

“A complication of diseases caused the death of Thomas Windsor, at this home on Odle Creek, Monday evening. He was a plasterer and a former resident of Portsmouth. The final summons came at the age of forty years, leaving a wife and two sons to mourn his loss.”

Child Dies from Choking on Bean

“Barbara Ann McGraw, 11 month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jess McGraw, Rural Route 1, Portsmouth, Ohio, died yesterday at Children’s Hospital as surgeons attempted to extract a bean from her windpipe.” “The child was taken to the hospital early yesterday from Portsmouth after relatives became aware that she Continue Reading

The Obituary of Carl Schroeder Taylor

“After a several days illness of diphtheria Carl Schroeder Taylor, five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Taylor of the Biggs House, Front and Market streets, died Monday afternoon. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Taylor will regret to learn of their loss.” “The funeral was held from Continue Reading