Death of Mrs. Hatheway
After an illness of but two weeks duration, last Saturday afternoon Mrs. Melissa Hatheway, wife of Mr. E. Hatheway, died at the family home five miles west of Manning. The news of her illness and death brought sorrow to a multitude of friends. The illness which laid so firm hold upon her was brain trouble and for some days before death she lay in a semi-conscious condition. But at her bedside watched sympathetically and hopefully, eager and ready with tender ministries, a circle of loved ones and close friends who did everything in their power to nurse her to life and strength. Constantly from all quarters where she is known came anxious inquiries concerning her condition. The family physician used his utmost skill with whole-souled kindness and vigilance. Husband and children spared nothing in sacrifice to her whom they cherished in abundant and overflowing love. Yet, in spite of all, the angel summons came calling the soul away. All through these parts Mrs. Hatheway was known and beloved for her sweet disposition and charitable heart. Her love for and willingness to help all In need has been expressed 'time and again in deeds of kindness, and thoughtful ministries to sick, afflicted and the dead. Scores of times she has done for others what called for sacrifice of her strength and means. Her neighbors will not forget her true womanly sympathy and activities in their behalf. In her own home and to her own kin hers was the life of a queen-heart. No tenderer, gentle comforter to her children, no truer helpmeet to her husband, no more considerate daughter and sister will one meet with then she. In all her social life she exemplified grace and a blessed type of goodness. She was an ardent and faithful and successful worker in church circles being deeply interested at the time of her death in the good work of the United Brethren society at Botna. The ministers of God were always welcome at her home and encouraged by her in their work of helping others.

She was born and reared in a devout Christian family, and in her own family she taught the same pure life and wise precepts, herself hoping, and in a faithful way preparing for the reward of such life and truth. Her faith is evident in her deeds. She loved the church and the Christian fellowship, as well as all noble and true fellowship wherever found. Shortly ago she became a member of the Eastern Star and her name added grace and character to the roster of that society. The funeral service was conducted Tuesday morning from the home. Rev. G.E. Bertch, pastor of the Botna U.B. Church, had charge. He was assisted by Rev. Alexander Bennett, pastor of the M.E. Church of Manning. Rev. Bertch spoke of the passing of life as like the passing over of a cloud, and his thoughts, well chosen and appropriate, impressed the hearers and imparted comfort to the mourners. Music was tendered by a double mixed quartet from this city. An exceptionally large gathering of friends and acquaintances of the family by their presence paid their last respects to the deceased, enroute to the cemetery forming a cortege extending almost a mile. Interment was in Iowa Township Cemetery, the body being laid to rest beside the bodies of three children gone before. The grave was decorated with flowers. Beautiful floral tributes were sent by the ladies of the Botna Church, the Eastern Star and other friends.

The maiden name, of the deceased was Melissa Hasson (additional information: daughter of William M. & Ann (McCurly) Hasson). She was born January 1, 1859, in Clinton County this state, where she was raised to womanhood. At Miles, Jackson County, Iowa, November 8, 1879, she was married to Mr. E. Hatheway, and to this union of love six children were born, three of whom survive, namely Mrs. Ida Brown, of Sloan, Iowa, and Beryl and Iva Belle. These with their father though bereaved because of the exceeding great loss, yet have as precious treasure the memory, influence and example of a woman, mother, wife, good and true. Mr. and Mrs. Hatheway came to Manning, March 20, 1880, and here have continuously resided since, so are counted among the "old settlers" of this really "new" region. Attendants at the funeral were the father and four sisters of Mrs. Hatheway, namely, W.M. Hasson and Mrs. J.W. Campbell, of Preston, Iowa; Mrs. A.J. Cook and Mrs. N.J. Millheim, of Miles, Iowa; and Mrs. H.C. Crowe, of Bennington, Kansas. Mr. Hatheway's father, who has been visiting among his children since the death of his wife some months ago, was present, also Mr. Brown of Sloan, Iowa, and Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dalbey of Orient, Iowa.

The entire community unites in sympathy for the bereaved.