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TOJN. SATURDAY OCTH»Tlt;1SU DEATHMr. Henry'Herschler Died at 11:30 This Morning.Had Been III hut a Few Days—Wat Another Old Timer-Death of “English Ned” a Well Known Character.Death added another to its ranks of Burlington’s old and well known business mn Mr. Henry Herschler, the senior member of the firm of Herschler Bros., proprietors of the Golden Eagle Clothing company, dying at. 11:30 o’clock this morning, of pleurisy, at the home of his sister, Mrs. Gus Schaaf, corner Eighth and Franklin streets. The deceased was aibout the city and at his place of business, apparently well and hearty, but a few days ago, and the news of his sudden death will come as a sad surprise to his numerous friends and acquaintances. He first became ill Tuesday of this week, suffering an attack of acute pleurisy on the street, and was carried home, but medical aid availed nothing, and he passed away this morning.Henry Herschler was born January 16, 1849, in Terre Haute. Ind. With his parents he came to Burlington in infancy, making this city his residence continuously.He has been engaged in the clothing business for twenty years, being at one time book-keeper for Greenbaum Ar Schroeder and later starting in business for himself. With his brother he purchased the Golden Eagle stock from Simon Bros, a few years ago, and had been successfully managing this large concern up to within a week of his untimely death.The deceased was a member of numerous fraternal orders, affiliating with Washington lodge No. 1, I. O. O. F., Eureka encampment of Odd Fellows, Red Cross lodge, A. O. U. W., and Court of Honor. He stood high in the counsels of these orders and was a Past Master Workman in Red Cross lodge No. 242.Two brothers and a sister survive the deceased. They are Louis and Samuel Herschler and Mrs. Gus. Schaff, all of this city. The time of funeral will he announced later.Death of “English Ned.”Edw'ard Austin, an old and well-known character in Burlington, and known among the hunting fraternity as “English Ned,” died at Mercy hospital last night after but a brief illness. The deceased was a familiar figure on the streets, together with his faithful dog, who followed him wherever he went. Edward Austin was about 75 years of age, and had lived in this city for over twenty-five years. He spent his time and earned a livelihood by hunting, until within the past few years, he was compelled to give up his favorite pastime on account of advancing years.Nothing was known of the old man’s life. He was reported to have come from Chicago, but he was always very reticent concerning the past. He was taken sick a few days ago and sent to Mercy hospital by his friends wrhere he died last night.You will make no mistake if you order the “Sampson or the “Maine,” if you want a good smoke. Bohlen Leicht are the manufacturers.
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Burlington Evening Gazette
Burlington, Iowa, US
Sat, Oct 01, 1898
Page 5
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