Richard M. Murray was born in Holmes county, Ohio, May 10, 1849, died at the home of his daughter November 16, 1914, aged 65 years, 6 months and 6 days. He was married to Amanda Koontz Dec. 15, 1874 and to them were born one daughter and one son, Mrs. Emma Woodward and George J.

Mr. Murray has been a citizen of Henry county since his marriage, having been in the employ of the late James Connelly for 35 years. His death was quite sudden, caused by congestion. He is survived by his widow, two children, six grandchildren four sisters, the sisters residing in the far west.

Funeral services were held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jason Woodward, Friday, Nov. 20, Rev. D. E. Martz officiating. [Remainder cut off.]