Russell, Hiram. This community was shocked Sunday by the announcement of the death of Mr. Hiram Russell, one of the oldest settlers of this vicinity. Very few were aware of his sickness until told of his death. Mr. Russell had been a sufferer for many years with stomach trouble, and although he had been confined to his bed about 2 weeks previous to his death, his sickness was not considered dangerous. He was taken worse Saturday night and died the following day. Mr. Russell was 68 years of age and had lived in this vicinity for 56 years, having moved from the old home place north of Tabor in Mills County to a farm 3 1/2 miles south of Tabor about 11 years ago. Funeral was held Monday afternoon from the home, conducted by Dr. John Askin, and interment was made in the Tabor Cemetery. (headstone reads: Hiram Russell b. 30 Aug 1832 d. 8 Apr 1900) Tabor Beacon 13 Apr 1900