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George Ashpaugh
Suicide at Poor Farm Mr. Ashpaugh was an old resident of this vicinity, and was 67 years old. He told some of the people at the poor farm that he was getting ready to die and that he would not be at the poor farm any longer. Otherwise, he gave no indication of despondency. He was found hanging in the closet by Wm Findling, employed at the poor farm. Coroner Perry and Sheriff Chirnside went out and brot the body to Fairbury where an inquest was held Friday with a finding that death was the result of suicide. He leaves two children, Mrs. George Bennett of this city and "Billy" Ashpaugh of Cherry county. He was separated from his wife several years ago and she since married Chas Bloyd. The remains were buried at Richland Center where the funeral was held Sunday afternoon. [The Fairbury Journal, March 5, 1909]
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Rebecca Ashpaugh
Death of Mrs. Rebecca Ashpaugh She was born in Indiana, Jan. 20, 1842 and was married to Hiram Ashpaugh Jan. 3, 1861. In 1878, the family located in Fairbury. Mr. Ashpaugh died a few years ago. Five children were born to them, three sons and two daughters. Those who survive are the two given above and one daughter, Emma, whose address is unknown. The remains were brot to Fairbury and the funeral held at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Cline, Wednesday of this week. [The Fairbury Journal, Friday, January 8, 1909]
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