Well Known Citizen of Near Aspinwall Buried Sunday

The entire community was shocked last Thursday evening when it was learned that Henry Guth, one of the most widely known farmers in this section of the state, had suddenly died.

It had been known that his health had been poorly for several years but no one thought he was in danger. His trouble was of a nervous nature, probably caused by the intense energy which exerted itself in all his thoughts. He was a man who read extensively and who had advanced ideas along many lines. Readers of the Monitor will recall several articles that he wrote during the past year. His writings were clear and to the point and touched upon questions that were vital. As a man his neighbors speak highly of him. Ten sons and daughters as they pass through life will remember the departed as a kind and loving father. The widow, Mrs. Guth, can find consolation in the thought that her husband lived for her.

Services were held at the home, the M.E. Church and at the cemetery. At the home Rev. Wendt, of Manilla, held short services. He also assisted Rev. Hozier of the Methodist Church at the church, and finally held short services at the cemetery, after which the Modern Woodmen took charge of the body and held the last funeral rites. More than a hundred members of that lodge were present. Mr. Guth had been a member for years and was held in high esteem by the members of the lodge. We are indebted to Rev, Hozier for the following:

"Henry Guth was born April 17, 1870, at Lost Nation. Iowa, and was confirmed March 29, 1885, at the age of 15 at the Evangelical Zion's Church at Lawton, Iowa. He lived at home until he reached the age of 20. Two years later he married Miss Dorethea Wieck. To this union were born ten children, four sons and six daughters. They are Henry, Julius, Lora, Alma, Anna, Raymond, Albert, Alice, Florence and Mabel.

The deceased suffered seven years with a nervous disorder and on Thursday morning became unconscious. The doctor was called but found him beyond medical aid. He peacefully passed away that evening.

Besides his wife and ten children he leaves to mourn his death one sister, Mrs. Julia Shade; two brothers, Julius of Hollywood, California, and Charles of Kingsley, Iowa, besides many more distant relatives. The deceased was 40 years, 5 months and 12 days old, and in the full strength of manhood when struck down by grim death. A large and sympathetic congregation assembled at the church to hear the words of the ministers and, take one last look at their friend. Later sorrowing friends and relatives followed the departed one to the cemetery where the last sad funeral rites were spoken and where the body will rest until Resurrection Day. Then there will be a reunion of the loved ones again. The bereaved family has the sympathy of the entire community in their sorrowing hours.

CARD OF THANKS
Words will not express our deep appreciation for the comforting words and help tendered us at the death of our beloved husband and father. The kind words of Rev. Wendt and Rev. Hozier, and the attendance of the Modern Woodmen were indeed consoling. We wish to also thank those who so kindly brought the beautiful flowers. Our wish is to some day repay those who were so kind and thoughtful.
Mrs. Henry Guth and children.

Resolutions
Whereas, the great God in the exercise of his infinite wisdom, has removed by the relentless hand of death our esteemed neighbor, Henry Guth, and Whereas, the life, character, and works of the departed were such as to merit the recognition of his neighbors, it is but fitting that some records should be written of him and his many deeds and virtues. He was a loving husband, a kind father, a good Woodman, and a worthy citizen, therefore be it
Resolved, by the officers and neighbors of Barber Camp No. 1771, Modern Woodmen of America, that we humbly submit to the will of the Most High, we mourn for our departed neighbor, and be it further
Resolved, that in the death of Henry Guth this Camp laments the loss of a neighbor who was ever ready to offer the hand of aid and the voice of sympathy to the oppressed and the needy; a friend and companion who was dear to all; a citizen whose upright and noble life was a standard worthy of emulation, and be it further
Resolved, that the sincere sympathy of the members of this camp be extended to the family of the departed in their great bereavement and that these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of the meetings of this camp and a copy thereof transmitted to the family of the deceased neighbor and to each of the newspapers of Manning, Iowa, and that the charter of this camp be draped in mourning for a period of thirty days.
Peter Kuhl, P.H. Jones, P.H. Dethlefs; Committee

Henry Guth
On Friday evening the community was shocked by the news of the sudden death of Henry Guth at his home one mile west of Aspinwall September 29, 1910. He retired the evening before not feeling well and the next morning decided to stay in bed. At noon he was taken with a fainting spell and did not regain consciousness. Everything that was possible was done for him, but he died at 7 o'clock in the evening.

Henry Guth was born at Wheatland, Iowa, on April 17, 1870, to Henry and Minna (Behrens) Guth. He spent the younger years of his life in this little town and with his brothers came to Aspinwall in 1890. Here he wooed and married Miss Dorothea Wieck and to this happy couple were born ten children, four boys and six girls, all of whom survive him. He also leaves two brothers and a sister to mourn his loss, Charles K., of Kingsly, Iowa; Julius, of Los Angeles, California; and Mrs. H. Shade, of Kingsly, Iowa.

The funeral services were held at the First Methodist Church of Manning on Sunday afternoon, October 2nd. His body was laid to rest in the Manning Cemetery. Funeral services were conducted at the grave by the Woodmen of America, of which order he was a member.

Henry Guth will be missed, not only by his family, but by everyone who knew him. He was always willing to help a friend in need and never spoke a harsh word to anyone. The great God has seen fit to call him home, although it has caused much sorrow and sore hearts, and we lift our eyes to the Almighty and in reverence say, "May he rest in peace."
Denison Review Denison, October 5, 1910