ELIJAH RHEA

Elijah Rhea, an old and respected citizen of Nevada, died last night at his home 721 West Hickory street, of a complication of diseases, having been confined to his bed for some time.  Though a native of Warren county, he has resided in Vernon for the past forty years.  He leaves a wife and 6 children to mourn his loss.  The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at eight o’clock, from the late residence, to the Balltown cemetery, Rev. Mr. Watts of the M. E. Church, South, officiating.

The Nevada Daily Mail, Nevada, Missouri; 19 August 1897.

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