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MALONE, MARGARET

Sacramento Daily Union, 5 September 1868

Died In Virginia City, Sept; 2d, Margaret, wife of James MALONE, aged 23 years.

MANUS, LEENHARD

Daily Alta California, 13 December 1862

DIED In Virginia City, Dec 8th, Leenhard Manus.

MARTIN, HENRY

Morning Union, 26 September 1896

DEATH ON THE COMSTOCK. Henry Martin, an Old Resident, Died Thursday.
Former residents of Virginia City who are at present living in Grass Valley will regret to read the following from the Virginia City Chronicle: Henry Martin, an old resident and a well-known miner of the Comstock, died in Virginia City Thursday morning at about 8 o’clock. His death was caused by miners’ consumption. He had been ill with consumption for a long time, but it took a serious form only a short time ago. He had been employed at the Con. Virginia mine up to the time when his illness confined him to his room. He had been compelled to keep his bed for only two or three weeks when his sickness terminated fatally. Deceased had been on the Comstock since the seventies, and he had a large circle of friends and acquaintances. He was attended during his illness by his mother, who was called hither from Butte, Montana. He was a member of Virginia Lodge, No. 3, Encampment No. 1, and the Canton, I. O. O. F. He was unmarried and besides his mother leaves three sisters. They are Miss Martin and Mrs. Henry Piper of San Francisco and Mrs. Thierman of Butte. Deceased was a native of Germany, aged 37 years.

MATHEWS, THOMAS

Gold Hill Daily News, Jan 3, 1882

Died In Storey County in December, 1881; Native of England, aged 30; death caused by scalding in the mines.

McCARTHY, DENNIS

Daily Alta California, Volume 40, Number 13308, 2 February 1886

Dennis McCarthy's Estate.

Albert Steffen has applied to the Probate Court for letters of administration on the estate of Dennis E.. McCarthy, late owner of the Virginia Chronicle, who died December 16, 1885. The deceased left a house and lot in this city worth $3,500. The heirs-at-law are his widow and five children, all living in Virginia City.

McCARTHY, JERRY

San Francisco Call, 24 October 1896

DEATH OF A MINER.

Jerry McCarthy, Formerly of Virginia City, Suddenly Expired Yesterday.

Jerry McCarthy, a miner who was formerly well known in Virginia City, died suddenly yesterday afternoon in his room at 404 Post street. He was attacked with stomach trouble Thursday morning, but his condition was not regarded as dangerous until be called for assistance yesterday afternoon. Physicians were immediately summoned, but he was beyond medical aid when Dr. Callandreau reached his bedside. Mr. McCarthy was born near Boston, but during the past twenty years lived in Nevada and California. Relatives of deceased reside in this State.

McCUE, ELLEN

Gold Hill Daily News, Jan 3, 1882

Died In Storey County in December, 1881; Born in Ireland, died in Virginia the 31st, aged 43.

MCCUMBER, G. W.

Red Bluff Independent, 29 February 1864

DIED In Virginia City, on the 19th inst., of disease of the heart, G. W. McCumber was an old resident of Shasta county, and on a short time since removed to Virginia City. He leaves a family in Shasta county to mourn his loss.

MCGOWAN, J. V.

Daily Alta California, 21 May 1866

DIED An old citizen of Virginia City, named J. V. McGowan, died at ßarbacoas on the 14th ult.

McKINLEY, JAMES

Press Democrat, 26 July 1906

Nevada Mining Man Dead

Virginia City, Nev., July 25. — James McKinley, superintendent of the Consolidated Virginia and Ophlr mines, and one of the most prominent mining men in the state, died this morning of consumption.

MCMEANS, Dr.

Press Democrat, 1 August 1876

DEATH OF Dr. McMEANS.
School Superintendent A. C. McMeans received this morning, by telegraph, the sad intelligence of the death of his father, at Reno, Nevada, last evening. Dr. McMeans was a native of Tennessee, aged 70 years. He was a pioneer resident of the Pacific coast and occupied a prominent position in the early history of California. In 1855 he was elected State Treasurer of the State. He resided many years in Solano and Sacramento counties and moved to Nevada in 1863, where he has since practiced his profession at Virginia City. The Pioneer Society of Virginia City took charge of his remains and conveyed them to his home in that city, from whence they will be brought to San Francisco and thence to this city for interment.

MINER, CICERO

Pacific Appeal, 31 October 1874

MINER. —In Virginia City, Nev, recently, Cicero Miner; aged 40 years. Mr. Miner was one of the oldest residents of Virginia City, and was an exemplary man and highly respected. There are a large number of persons in this city who sympathize with his family for their loss.

MITCHELL, Mrs. Mary

Sacramento Daily Union, Volume 191, Number 6, 6 September 1916

Well Known Woman of Nevada City Dies

Special to the Union. NEVADA CITY (Nevada Co.). Sent. —The funeral of Mrs. Mary Mitchell, who died yesterday at the age of 79 years, will take place tomorrow, Wednesday,, afternoon from the- home of John A. Curnow on Nevada street at 2 O'clock. Mrs. Mary Mitchell was born in England and came to the United States many years ago. For a while she and her husband lived at Virginia City, Nev., and in Mariposa county, and then came to Nevada City. She leaves two daughters. Mrs. A. G. Walker of Oakland and Mrs. S. J. Walker of San Francisco.

MORRISON, ANGUS RAE

Sacramento Daily Union, 13 December 1916

CHICO INSURANCE MAN PASSES AWAY
A. R. Morrison formerly Lived in Virginia City and Nevada County.

Special to the Union. CHICO (Butte Co.) (Dec. 12.—Angus Rae Morrison, a well known Insurance man of Chico, died suddenly at 3:45 o’clock this morning in his home in Chico, Vecino. Morrison has been in poor health for some time, but maintained good spirits till the end. A month ago he was seriously ill, but last week had sufficiently recovered to be upon the streets. He awoke this morning in a sudden relapse and died a few minutes later. Morrison was born at Prince Edward Island on the 11th day of January, 1849. He came to California at the age of 18 years, residing at first in Sacramento. Later he went to Virginia City, Nevada, where he followed mining as a bookkeeper until 1881. He then went to North Bloomfield, Nevada county, to take a position as bookkeeper for the Durbeck mine, which he held for five years. Later he went into business with J. H. O’Connors at that town and conducted a grocery for a number of years. He has been in the insurance business for 15 years. The deceased was married in 1883 to Delphlne Blaine of North Bloomfield. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Delphine Morrison, and a son, Rae Blaine Morrison. Two sisters are living at Prince Edward Island. A niece and nephew survived him at Sacramento and nieces at San Francisco. Mr. Morrison was an honored member of Nevada City B. P. O. E. No. and of the Nevada City lodge of Masons.

MOSS, WILLIAM

Sacramento Daily Union, Volume 172, Number 25, 25 July 1913

William Moss, who was one of the best known prospectors and miners on the coast, died in the county hospital, where he went a few weeks ago for treatment. For many years he was employed as timberman in the Sutro tunnel. He worked in the mines at Bodie, Cal., before coming to the Comstock and was one of the pioneers of Tonopah, locating ground that afterward became known as the Midway mine. He was a native of Ireland and 57 years.

NESMITH, MILES

Daily Alta California, 13 December 1862

DIED In Virginia City, Miles Nesmith, aged about 40 years. (Date of death not noted in notice)

NOEL, SOL

Morning Union, 24 September 1896

Death on the Comstock

Sol Noel, a pioneer resident of the Comstock and who was known in Grass Valley, died at his home in Virginia City Tuesday. Deceased had suffered from lung trouble for a long period and he had been confined to his bed for several weeks. His death was, therefore, not unexpected although it was a severe blow to his family, says the Virginia City Chronicle,

NOVITZKY, HENRY

Morning Union, 20 January 1891

Henry Novitzky, one of the pioneer residents of Grass Valley, died at Virginia City, Nevada, on Saturday, being in his 76th year. The cause of death was nervous prostration, which came upon him gradually, and without pain, and unaccompanied by other ailment. It was a breaking down of the physical forces from old age, although previously he had always enjoyed good health. Mr. Novitzky first located at Nevada City, and after a short time came to Grass Vallev in 1852. He subsequently went East and to Europe, and returned to this place with his family in 1859, where he continuously resided until 1888, where he removed to Virginia City, with his son in law, Mr. Isidor Stein. Mr. Novitzky was a very genial and companionable man, and had many friends here, who respected him for his excellent and manly qualities Although not pursuing the mining business, he was an ardent prospector, and first and last invested a considerable amount of money in mining operations. He was for many years a member of Madison Lodge, No. 23, F. and A. M., and was at the time of his death the oldest member of the Lodge. The remains were brought here for interment, and yesterday afternoon were buried with Masonic honors, at the Jewish cemetery, a large number of the members of the order and citizens being in attendance. Beside the usual ceremonies, there was singing by a choir, consisting of Mrs. W. S. Stoddard and Mrs. Charles W. Kilts, and Messrs. D. D. Bowman and Frank Ayer. The deceased leaves a wife, three daughters and two sons—Mrs. I. Stein and Miss May Novitzky, of Virginia City, Mrs. H. Harris, of Chicago, Samuel Novitzky, of Towle’s Station, and George T. Novitzky, of Norfolk, Virginia.

O’DONNELL, Hugh

Daily Alta California, 5 November 1867

Hugh O'Donnell, an old resident of Nevada, died suddenly in Virginia City, on the 2d. He was a member of the Fenian Brotherhood.

O’NEIL, JOHN

Morning Union, 18 September 1914

EARLY DAY RESIDENT DIES IN VIRGNIA CITY

John O’Neil, who resided in this city in the early 60's, going from here to Nevada State, where he had since resided, died a few days ago at Virginia City, following a short illness. For some time he had been at Butte, but returned to Virginia City a short time ago and reopened his tailor shop, keeping at his work as long as he was able to stand. Deceased also resided at Bodie at one time. He was a native of Ireland and aged 70 years. A son, John R. O'Neil, resides in San Francisco.

O’SHEA, MRS. MARY

Sacramento Daily Union, Volume 217, Number 4, 4 November 1920

Octogenarian Woman of Nevada City Dies

NEVADA CITY, Nevada Co., Nov. 3. —.Mrs. Mary O'Shea, an aged pioneer woman who was born in 1835 died at the home of Mrs. Charles Grimes in this city. Coming to California in 1855 she lived in .San Francisco for many years, later moving to Virginia City, where her husband and son passed away. For a score of years she has lived in this city. A grandnephew, John B. Byrne, a student at the state university, is the only surviving relative.

OLIVER, A. W.

Sausalito News, 5 March 1921

JUDGE OLIVER, PAL OF MARK TWAIN IN PIONEER DAYS, DIES

San Francisco. — Judge A. W. Oliver, California pioneer and close friend of Mark Twain during the latter's life in Virginia City, died February 22 at his home, 1031 Fair Oaks street. Alameda, after an illness of several weeks. Oliver was a judge in Virginia City, Nev., when Samuel L. Clemens came to that settlement. The two became warm friends and inseparable companions. Several pages of "Innocents Abroad" are devoted to a description of the joint journey made by Mark Twain and Judge Oliver out of Virginia City. Judge Oliver was 86 years old, a native of Bath, Me., and attended Bowdoin College in that, state. He was caught by the mining fever caused by the early discoveries of mineral wealth in California and Nevada, and took passage on a ship around the Horn to San Francisco. Fifty years ago he was principal of the schools in Gllroy and later superintendent of schools in San Jose. He is also credited with having introduced industrial training into the schools of this state. A widow, Mrs. Caroline Oliver, and three sons, Ernest. W. Oliver of Douglas, Ore.; A. D. Oliver of Alameda, and Roland P. Oliver of Congo Free State, Africa, survive him.

OLSEN, FREDERICK

Sacramento Daily Union, 10 January 1861

VIRGINIA, Jan. 9th — 9 P. M. A killing affair came off here this evening between Frederick Olsen and Thos. Van Houton. Olsen was killed instantly, being stabbed four times. The act is said to have been done in self-defense. Van Houton is in custody.

OTT, JAMES J.

Sacramento Daily Union, 30 March 1907

ASSAYED FIRST ORE ON THE COMSTOCK

VIRGINIA CITY (Nev.), March 29. James J. Ott, who died on Monday at Nevada City, was the first assayer to make an assay of the ore from the Comstock. That was in the fall of 1859. He discovered that the miners had been throwing away sulphurets that ran $1595 in gold and $3196 in silver. The next day the great rush started for Virginia City and for a while Nevada City and Grass Valley were depopulated.

OVERTON, J. B. Captain

Los Angeles Herald, 28 September 1909

PIONEER MINE OPERATOR EXPIRES AT RENO, NEVADA

Associate of Mackay, Fair and Flood Succumbs to Effects of Stroke of Paralysis

RENO, Nev., Sept. 27.—Captain J. B. Overton, 85 years old, who for thirty years, was the president of the Virginia City and Gold Kill Water company, and had personal charge of all the water supply for the Virginia City mines, died last night in this city. Captain Overton suffered a stroke of paralysis last May and another last Friday. During the palmy days of the Comstock, Captain Overton was an associate of Mackay, Flood and Fair, and aided in accumulating their fortunes.

PATTON, Mrs. R. R.

Sacramento Daily Union, 7 September 1898

Died at Virginia City. The death is announced of Mrs. R. R. Patton at Virginia City, Nev. Mrs. Patton has many friends in this city, where she resided for many years. She was one of the early Presidents of St. Paul's Guild, and for many years was prominently identified with the work of that society. Mrs. Patton leaves a son, Fred. Patton, who resides in Virginia City. The remains will be interred in the family plot in this city, and funeral services will be held at St. Paul's Church.

PATTON, ROBERT R.

Sacramento Daily Union, 13 June 1896

TO BE BURIED HERE.

Robert R. Patton's Remains to Arrive This Morning. Robert R. Patton died in Virginia City, Nev. yesterday morning after a short illness. Deceased leaves a wife and one son, Fred E. Patton of Virginia City. Deceased left Sacramento about three years ago, after a residence here of over thirty years. He was an accountant, and experted county books for many years, besides making maps for this county. His remains will arrive this morning on the 5:50 train, and the funeral services will be held at St. Paul's Church to-day at 8 p. m.

PELLEX, FRED

Marysville Daily Appeal, 23 May 1875

VIRGINIA (Nev.) May 22d. Fred Pellex, injured by falling in the Overman mine last week, died yesterday from injuries received.

PLATE, Mary

San Francisco Call, Volume 86, Number 46, 16 July 1899

PLATE - In this city, July 15, 1899, Mary, beloved wife of Frank E. Plate, mother of Frank Plate, and sister of Maggie, Andrew and Abe Wall of Virginia City. Nev., a native of San Francisco. aged 27 years. (Virginia City. Nev., papers please copy.)

POLLOCK, ELIZABETH

Gold Hill Daily News, Jan 3, 1882

Died In Storey County in December, 1881; Born in England, aged 63, murdered and burned the 28th.

POLLOCK, PERIANDER

Gold Hill Daily News, Jan 3, 1882

Died In Storey County in December, 1881; Born in Pennsylvania, aged 71; murdered and burned the 28th

POOLING, P. J.

San Jose Mercury-News, Number 138, 18 May 1913

P. J. POOLING IS DEAD; WILL BE BURIED MONDAY He Was Brother of Judge Dooling, Who, With Three Sisters, Survive Him. Special to the Mercury Herald

Hollister, May 17. — P. J. Dooling, one of the most prominent citizens of this city, and a brother of Judge M. T. Dooling, the well known Jurist, died this morning at his home near this city. The funeral will be held Monday at the Catholic church, of which he was a member Mr Dooling was born at Virginia City, Nev, and educated at the Sacred Heart college, Holllister and St Mary's college. Oakland . He was appointed to the clerical force at Folsom prison, and later he became one of the moat prominent citizens of Hollister, near which place he resided, at the family ranch, until his death. Dooling. who is survived, aa stated. by his brother, Justice Dooling. also leaves three sisters Mrs John O'Connell, Mine Annie Dooling of Hollister and Slater Gertrude of Milwaukee, Wis. He was a Native Son of the Golden West.

PRAEDERS, A. J.

Daily Alta California, Volume 21, Number 7009, 28 May 1869

J. Praeders, the Portuguese injured by the fall of a heavy timber, died in Virginia City on the 24th.

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RALSTON, JAMES A.

Daily Alta California, Volume 18, Number 6013, 28 August 1866

James A. Ralston, Cashier of the Branch of the Bank of California, at Virginia City., Nevada, died at that place on the morning of the 26th inst., after a painful illness of two weeks. Deceased was first attacked with a violent cholera morbus, succeeded by inflammation of the bowels, which baffled the best medical attention, and terminated fatally. Mr. Ralston was formerly a resident of this city, and two years since was attached to the Bank at Virginia City, as Cashier. His probity of character, high moral worth, and religious inclinations secured from all who knew him the warmest feelings of attachment, and he will be lamented by a large circle of friends. Deceased was a brother of William O. Ralston, Cashier of the Bank of California, and Andrew J. Ralston, Cashier of the Pacific Insurance Company of this city. He was born in Ohio, and was thirty-one years of age on March 7th last. The remain; were brought from Virginia City, arriving here by the Sacramento boat last night. The funeral will take place this (Tuesday) afternoon at four o'clock, from Calvary Church, on Bush street, to proceed to Lone Mountain Cemetery. Some eight years since, Samuel Ralston, another brother, died in St. Louis, and his remains were brought here and placed in the family vault at Lone Mountain Cemetery.

REYGATE, FREDERICK

Sacramento Daily Union, 27 August 1888

NEVADA-A San Francisco Canvasser Dies Suddenly In Virginia City. Copyright, 1888, but the California Associated Press. VIRGINIA CITY, August 26th- Frederick Reygate, a resident of San Francisco, canvassing for Polk's California Gazetteer, died suddenly at the International Hotel at 7 o'clock this evening, in an apoplectic fit. He had been on the Comstock three weeks.

REYNOLDS, FATHER F. A.

Colusa Daily Sun, 26 November 1907

FATHER F. A REYNOLDS DIES IN VIRGINIA CITY

Rev. Father F. A. Reynolds, the pastor of Virginia City, Nevada, died at that city on Saturday last and was buried at Carson City, Nevada, at 10:.30 yesterday morning. The Nevada contingent of priests of the Sacramento diocese, with a large number from the California portion who were able to attend, were present at the solemn high mass of requiem which was' celebrated for his repose. Rev. Father Gartland, the pastor of Carson City, was celebrant of the mass and Rev. Father O’Donnell of Gold Hill. Rev. Father Tubman of Reno and Rev. Father Murphy of Virginia City, were the principal officials of the services. The Rev. Hogan of Sparks preached the sermon, which was a glowing tribute to the memory of the deceased. Rev. Father Reynolds was pastor of St. Monica's church, Willows, for twelve years and his numerous friends of Glenn and Colusa counties will be deeply affected to hear of his demise. A requiem high mass will be celebrated for the repose of his soul in St. Monica's church, in Willows. on Thursday next, the 28th, at 9:30 a. m. A large congregation of his former parishioners are expected to attend.

RIPPINGHAM, PATRICK

Morning Union, 6 February 1894

Sudden Death. Patrick Rippingham, an Old Comstocker. Drops Dead.

Patrick Rippingham, aged 67 years’ and a former resident of Virginia City, Nevada, died very suddenly Sunday about 12:30 p. m. at the office of Dr. W. C. Jones, in this city. He had worked Saturday night, but Sunday morning he complained of feeling unwell. About a quarter past 12 he visited Dr. Jones’ office and sat down to wait for the doctor, who arrived in a few minutes. Mr. Rippingham commenced to explain his trouble by saying, “I feel much pain here,” at the same time tapping himself over the heart. The words were no sooner out of his mouth than he gasped two or three times, fell back and died before the doctor could reach him. Dr. Jones held a post mortem examination on the body, and found that death was caused by dilitation of the heart and the clogging of the blood therein. A Coroner’s jury was summoned and a verdict in accordance with the above facts was rendered. Messrs. Isaiah Moyle (foreman), John Chellew, William Trathen, John Frank, J. H. Sullivan and A. L. Gill, comprised the jury. The deceased was a good musician, and was a member of Jenkins’ band and orchestra. Those who were acquainted with him speak very kindly of the deceased. A wife survives, also a married daughter and one son in Virginia City, a married daughter in Carson and also one in San Francisco. His youngest son, Richard, was here with him. The remains were embalmed and shipped to Virginia City last night for interment.

ROGERS, JEREMIAH

Stockton Independent, 2 October 1861

At the Toll-house, on Geiger and Tilton Road, on the 14th Sept., of typhoid fever, Jeremiah Rogers, aged 30 years, recently from Butte county, Cal., and formerly of Fountain county, Indiana.

ROONEY, JOHN W.

Gold Hill Daily News, Jan 3, 1882

Died In Storey County in December, 1881; Born In New York, died in Gold hill the 2nd of consumption, Aged 44.

RULE, RICHARD

Auburn Journal, 20 June 1888

Richard Rule, at one time, a resident of this place but of late years living in Virginia City, died at the home of his parents here yesterday. He had been ill some time and came here from Virginia City hoping that a change of climate might benefit him. He has several brothers and sisters who reside here. Deceased was a member of the A. O. U. W. and leaves a wife and three children. His funeral will take place here to-morrow.

RUSH, JOHN

Morning Union, 26 January 1916

JOHN RUSH, ENGINEER, STILLED Died Yesterday Near Orleans Mine, Where He Had Resided for Near Quarter of Century.

John Rush, mine engineer, died yesterday at his home near the Orleans mine, following an illness of several weeks. Mr. Rush was 7S years of age and a general breakdown in health induced by old age brought about his death. in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, Mr. Rush was attracted into the tide of western emigration when a young man. He sailed around the horn and first located at Virginia City, Nevada, where for a quarter of a century he worked as an engineer in the Virginia City mines. For four years he served as chief of the fire department at Virginia City, and this trust he discharged with fidelity and the zeal which characterized his every act. Twenty years ago John Rush came to this city, locating on Osborn Hill in which vicinity he has made his home ever since. A skilled man in his work, he found ready employment in the local mines and he worked continuously until ill health forced him to give up active work. The life of John Rush was one of dignity and service. Although reserved in his demeanor he made many warm intimacies and he enjoyed the respect and high regard of all who knew him. All through life he was known as an extremely competent and faithful workman. The deceased is survived by a wife and two sons, John P. and Eugene F. Rush, both of this city; also a brother, E. Rush and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Burke and Mrs. Kate O’Brien of Seattle. The body will be taken to the residence of George Trewren on South Auburn street, the home of one of the sons, from which place the funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. Foster of Emmanuel Church will officiate and burial will take place in the Elm Ridge cemetery.

RUSH, PATRICK

Sacramento Daily Union, 15 September 1863

Died- In Virginia City, Sept. 12th, the infant child of Patrick Rush, aged two weeks.

RYAN, JOSEPH

San Francisco Call, 2 July 1904

NEVADAN DIES AT ST. LOUIS
Mine Superintendent J. R. Ryan Succumbs to Pneumonia.

ST. LOUIS, July 1. — Joseph Ryan, national committeeman from Nevada and head of the Nevada delegation to the Democratic National Convention, died to-day at the Jefferson Hotel of pneumonia. Ryan and his wife came to St. Louis direct from their home at Virginia City, Nev., Monday. It was their intention to spend several days viewing the fair before the opening of the convention. Ryan, however, contracted a cold en route and when he reached St. Louis was quite ill. He never left his rooms at the hotel. His physicians pronounced his case pneumonia, but a a serious result was not anticipated. During the night, however, Ryan grew much worse and it became evident that he could not recover. Mrs. Ryan remained by his bedside all night. With her was Mrs. William E. Sharon, wife of a member of the Nevada delegation.

Joseph R. Ryan was for a number of years superintendent of the Con. Virginia and California, Hale & Norcross and Ophir mines of Virginia City, Nev., and was recently elected superintendent also of the Mexican and the Andes. In addition to these responsibilities he was manager of the great pumping plant on the Comstock. Ryan was born in Roxbury, Mass., August 23, 1848. He came with his mother to California in 1852 to join his father, the Hon. James Talbot Ryan, who preceded them hither in 1850. He was educated at Santa Clara College, where he distinguished himself by his histrionic ability. :For about thirty-five years he had been identified with mining interests in Virginia City; at one time he was assayer for the bonanza mines and was President Cleveland's first appointee on this coast as coiner of the Carson Mint. Ryan left Virginia City with his wife on June 22 to attend the Democratic National Convention, to which he was a delegate, being also the . national committeeman from Nevada. He was chairman of the Democratic State Central Committee for many years, and when urged by the press of Nevada to be a candidate for the United States Senate it was said: "To him more than any other man in Nevada is due the fact that the State is Democratic today and that It is represented by a Democratic instead of two Republicans, as has been the case ever since it was admitted Into the Union a third of a century ago." When a mere lad he saved two other boys from drowning in Humboldt Bay, one of whom was George A. Knight. It was a coincidence that both Knight and Ryan were national committeemen of the great parties this year.

Ryan leaves a wife, a daughter, Mrs. Alfred Collier, and two sisters, Mrs. Oliver P. Evans and Mrs. Charles A. Werden. His widow left St. Louis tonight, bringing his remains to San Francisco, where the funeral will take place.


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