Arthur, George Edward

George Edward Arthur
1873-Aug. 23, 1914

Niles Daily Sun, Tuesday, August 25, 1914, page 4, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library

DEATH AT HAMMOND OF G. EDWARD ARTHUR
Body Will Be Brought to Niles Tomorrow Afternoon

    The remains of Edward Arthur will be brought to Niles tomorrow afternoon via the Michigan Central from Hammond, Ind., at 3:25 o'clock and will be taken directly to Silver Brook cemetery for buriel[sic].  Mr. Arthur is a former well known Niles young man. At one time he held a position in the Niles post office, but for a number of years he has resided in Hammond.  He was the son of Mrs. M.A. Arthur, of Hammond.  Leon Arthur is a brother of the deceased.  A widow and one child also survive. No particulars were received as to the cause of his death.  Mr. Arthur was a member of the Masonic order and an escort of Masons will accompany the body to Niles.  The committal service will be in charge of the local Masonic fraternity.  Mr. Arthur was about 40 years of age.