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Succeeds Emnloyer MAGIC DEATH Son Of Sterling Woman Was Fatally Injured In A Seaplane Accident A graphic account of the fatal accident and death of Lieutenant Oddle W. Anderson, son of Mrs. Oneitfc Anderson of 202 Eleventh avenue. Sterling, has been received by Mrs. Anderson in a sympathetic letter from Captain H.

L. Wyman. commanding officer of the U. S. s.

"Idaho." from San Pedro. Calif, it will be remembered the Sterling young man was fatally injured in the seaplane accident on Naval Day, press dispatches of which catastrophe were prominent in the papers of the tune. Captain Wyman's letter to Mrs. Anderson in response to one written by her to him asking for certain information states: "Your letter of 18 November at hand and it Is noted that you did not receive word of the untimely death of your son Oddle until 12:30 p. Oct.

29, almost Iwo days after his accident occurred. I sincerely regret that a thorough search and inquiry failed to reveal your address, otherwise I should have most certainly informed you immediately by telegram. "The terrible accident occurred at 25 minutes past one o'clock Monday, Oct. 27. Oddle was the pilot of a faplane which was catapulted from ie USS.

Idaho at that time. Ensign Lee Desch of the Naval Reserve was also in the plane at the time. Everything operated normally until about 30 seconds after being catapulted, when the plane was a half-mile from the ship. The plane then climbed to an altitude of about ,150 feet (which is a normal when something unknown happened and the plane turned sharply to the left and the nose dropped. The plane seemed to make about a half-turn of what Is commonly called a then it struck the water and capsized.

Dies Death "Oddle had always seemed to be an extremely careful and conscientious pilot, and this accident cannot be attributed to any carelessness or lack of Judgment on his part. It Is one of those things which might happen to the best of) aviators at any time. It is one of have occurred so STERLING DAILY GAZETTE. WEDNESDAY. DEC.

3. 1930 yean r. Erk, abere, waa secretary the late Stephen G. Porter. Congressman from Pennsylvania.

In that capacity be navst learned a lot abort politics, for in the last election be was eboaen to succeed his former employer. gee him here after his arrival in Washington for the opening of the winter session. tended the committal at Portland, the home town of his widow. Officers and friends wanted the body committed In Arlington cemetery, but his widow preferred the burial to be at Portland. frequently; and which seems essential to the development of aviation- so that aviators of the future will be able to fly in safety.

Dying as he did. Oddle's was a hero's death, and his end came as the supreme sacrifice made for his country and his navy, just as much as though he had been shot down by the. enemy. Oddle was rescued Immediately and brought back to the U. S.

S. Idaho in a boat. His fellow passenger, Ensign, Desch. was kflled instantaneously. Oddle was alive and talking as he was brought on board, and weUad great hopes of his survival of this terrible crash.

His wife. Mrs. Constance R. Anderson, arrived on the U. S.

a. Idaho soon after the accident occurred and remained with Oddle to give him all the possible comfort within human power. She was with him until the end. "In he might receive the best medical attention available he was sent to the naval hos- ital ship which was in the harbor at the tune. We were all -shocked and grieved on the receipt of a mesage that night from the Relief that Oddle bad pased away at p.

m. At this tune a thor- search of his effects and pa- was made "your i address, but unfortunately, this was without result On Friday, Oct. 31, funeral services were held at 1 p. in. at St.

lake's Episcopal church. Long Beach, Calif. Admiral Frank Schofleld. U. 8.

Commander in battle fleet, and his staff. Vice Admiral Richard H. Leigh, D. B. commander battleship divisions, battle fleet, and his staff, the ho, who could possibly leave duty, ho who could posible leave their du- numerous enlisted men from the Idaho, who cherished pleasant mem- jpries of their associations with pd" die, and many other officers and friends from various ships of the fleet, gathered to pay their respects Vo our deceased friend and shipmate was taken from our midst so suddenly and dreadfully.

-Unfortunately Oddle did not carry any gov- enrment insurance and was not a member of the Navy Mutual Aid Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in your bereavement, and do not hesitate to call on me for any assistance or service within my power to give. By us of the Idaho who lived with Oddle, the memories of his cheerful disposition will always be cherished," JUeutenant Anderson was born at Rhineland. Jan. 11. 1904.

He made his high school course in three years and was graduated from the B-oaval academy at Annapolis. 9 7 ffis corpse was met -f. Beverly E. Anderson of New Brunswick, at Boston. and thVat- Promoted After Death Lieutenancy was cbnfered after death, although Mr.

Anderson had successfully passed his examination 1 for promotion but had not been officially notified. It is leared that Mr. and Mrs. J. R.

Flock, formerly of Sterling, were on the "Idaho" watching the maneuvers In which the fatal acideht occurred, and saw it. The mother of Ensign Desch Was also on the ship and saw the seaplane as It! plunged down to the sea. A letter from Mrs. Flock to Miss Ethel Brazelton. Sterling, stated: "The plane left the runway aboard tlap ship, veered sharply, went into a sidespin and then while we all looked on helplessly, tho plane crashed into the sea.

The Impact flung Desch into the water and Mr. Anderson was found in the wrecked ship. We saw him brought back and given first aid then taken to the fleet hospital ship. A lady near me remarked 'Soon some dear mother or dear one would get this sad Little did I realize that this message would to a mother living in Mrs. H.

Janette McKinney Harlan Dies At Her Home In Mt. Vernon, Iowa Copies of The dedar Rapids Gazette-Republican of Nov. 13. containing ah obituary of a former Sterling lady. Mrs.

Janette McKinney Harlan, have been received by friends of Mrs. Harlan here, and many other old friends of the family will read thc account herewith reprinted, which revives memories of other days in Sterling and brings again to the community the sorrow that accompanies the gradual passing of the fine old pioneer families who established the solid foundations upon which the superstructure of our city has "been reared. Mrs. Harlan was a daughter of Joshua and Catherine McKinney. who came here from New York state in the early days.

"Deacon" McKinney, as he was known to the people of this part of Whlteside and the nearby portions of other counties, was one of the founders of the Congregational church in this city, serving as a deacon until his death. He was engaged in the milling business, in which he prospered, and his declining years were spent in retirement at his home, the substantial old stone residence whicl still stands at 301 West street Of the eight to Mr and Mrs. J. V. McKinney, one son William C.

McKuiney of Los Angeles, survives. Thomas McKinney. former cashier of the First National bank, whose death In 1905 caused widespread sorrow throughout the community, is well remembered by many friends. Two other sons are remembered and another daughter. Olive, who became the wife of Charles L.

White, Young Not Talk Politics Hendricks YOUR REXALL Let Rcxall Savings Help You to Kectp within Your Christmas Budget SPECIAL If this is a pletnre of a possible Democratic candidate for the presidency in 1932. Own D. Yotmg won't admit U. The General Electric chairman and father of the Young plan for settlement of German war debts shown as be returned to New York the other day after a scries of financial conferences abroad. But he had nothing to say about his political prominent attorney of Sacramento, will also be remembered by many people.

A nephew of Mrs. Harlan, John V. McKinney of Kansas City. son of Mr. and Mrs.

Thomas McKinney. is remembered by many school friends here. Wife Of College President The account of Mrs. Harlan's death, as published in the Cedar Rapids paper. Is as follows: the dispatch being sent from Mt.

Vernon, Iowa, under date of Nov. 13: Won for that day more band music. All seemed sad and we left the ship as soon as thc boats came." SNAK WILL CRAWL IN DIXON SUNDAY the Snaix will at Dixon Sun-i plate dinner will be served at 2 m. aharp. The hall will be open at one o'clock.

Ladies of members are invited. There will be a delegation from Sterling. It is proposed to organize a "Lizard Swamp" the invitation cards received state, and officers will be elected at the crawl for next year This is to be a Christmas party and each person is to bring their gift Dixon "hombres" will endeavor to make the event a signal one. "Mrs. Harriett Janette McKinney wife of Dr.

James Elliott formeJL president of Cornell died at her home here yesterday afternoon after an Illness of only a few l.surs. A heart attack following pneumonia was the cause. "Mrs. Harlan was 82 years old and had been married sixty-one years, she and Dr. Harlan having celebrated their sixtieth anniversary here last year.

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INSPECTION TO BE ON DECEMBER 18 The annual of Sterling Commandery No. 57 will be held on and fevening of Thursday-December 18. Prank Hooper of Chicago, grand warden will be the inspecting officer. A number of grand officers will be present from Iowa as well as. Illinois.

Grand Commander Edwin Wade of Rockford Is expected, and a letter from Cheater Cole, grand captain of the guard of Iowa, and a mem- zf.f. of tne state legislature, says he will be present OFFICERS CHOSEN BT ODD FELLOWS Odd Fellows lodge No. 174 held an election of officers Monday night with the following officiatory for the enmrtng term: Noble grand Earl Treat; vice grand. John Andrews; recording secretary. John o- hare; financial secretary.

Ernest primes; treasurer. Harold Swartfey: lodge' deputy. Prank Ryder; trustees. H. L.

Collier, Jim Coates. John R. Andrews and Walter Phelps. Will Aaaiat At Of ice Of Chicago Motor Club Miss L. Calhoun of the Chicago otfice of the Motor club has arrived in Sterling to attend the local office during the illness of Miss Mary Welch.

It was stated Tuesday evening Miss Welch's condition is slightly better, and it is believed fbe is on the road to permanent improvement. was married to Dr. Harlan the following year, Throughout their-long married life they have made their home in Mount Vernon practically all of the time. Dr. Harlan has been active in the affairs of the college for the last fifty-eight years.

"Following their graduation from college in the same class, they lived in Cedar Rapids for three years where Dr. Harlan was principal of the high school and then they returned to Mount Vernon to take up work with the college. Dr. Harlan served as a teacher of mathematics and astronomy until 1881 when he became vice-president of the college. In 1908 he was made president and on his resignation from her of the board of trustees.

Throughout all this period of service. Mrs. Harlan had been an active helper and homemnker, making great contributions to the work of her husband. "Mrs. Harlan Ls survived by her husband and her brother.

William McKinney of Los Angeles." Will Install New Radio Transformer At Range A new radio transformer is to be installed at the government radio range, north of Sterling, on Route 4C as soon as received, which is expected to be next week. It will be of a non-leaking type. Some radios in town are said to pick up a sound at intervals. This is the "flash" sign of the radio range by which some have been mystified, according to reports. District I.

0. 0. F. Meeting Monday evening. Dec.

8 the Odd Fellows will have a district meeting In the hall of Lodge 174. Sterling, with visitors from about six neighboring lodges. The initiatory degree will be conferred on a class of candidates. Architect's Drawing Of Store Front Displayed An architect's perspective drawing of the front of the new home of the J. K.

Chester Co. may be seen in one of the windows of the store at present. Many express delight that the beautiful classic front of the Sterling National bank building will remain intact. A mercantile display window arcade with balcony window arrangement has been conceived by the architect which will unusually enhance the beauty of the big new store giving it an individualistic appearance. Carpenters are now at work remodeling the upper floors of the building for the new tenancy.

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