Andy P Cole
Transcribed by Linda K. Lewis, Jan, 2015.
Source: Olathe Mirror, Olathe, KS, Thurs. 24 Mar 1904, pg. 6.
Died, of pneumonia at his home near the Stringtown school house, at 9:50 o'clock Wednesday, March 16, Andy P. Cole, aged 73 years. He had resided in the community for quite a number of years and was well respected throughout the entire community as a christian [sic] and sueful [sic] citizen. The funeral was conducted at the Baptist church in Aubry where he held his membership, Rev. Shoufier [sic] officiating on the 17th and the remains were laid to rest in the Aubry cemetery.
Albert Martin who resides opposite the Stringtown school house while officiating as one of the pall bearers at the funeral of Andy P. Cole received a severe stroke of paralysis and at the time of writing is considered in very critical condition. Dr. M. F. Sloan of Aubry has pneumonia but very little hope for his recovery.