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Charles and Henrietta Labhart
Charles & Henrietta Bocoly Labhart. They were the parents to five children, John, Charles, Henry, Walter and Alma.
Charles Peter Labhart
Son of Johannes and Anna Maria Gemeinder Labhart
Grandma Leona Thompson Labhart and Irene Terry
Leona Thompson working at the Rendezvous in 1953.
Grandpa Labhart
Henry Labhart
GRANDMA AND GRANDPA IN TEXAS
Henry and Leona Labhart on a visit to Texas to visit his brother Walter.
Grandma and Grandpa early days
Henry and Leona Thompson Labhart wedding photo.
Labhart Family taken 9 Jan 1949
Henry and Leona Thompson Labhart family. Front row Left to Right is Bettye, Edith, Leona, Henry, Henrietta and Joan. Back row Left to Right is Jim, Hazel, Henry, Harry, Bill, Ruth and Harold. One child Pearl died in childhood.
Ulrick standing and Johannes Labhart Seated
Johannes immigrated to the USA in 1849 settling with his wife Anna Maria in Vevay , Indiana. He later moved his wife and 3 children, Wilhelmina, Charles and Sigmund to Perry County in 1861. He built a home that was located on Hwy. 37. He was a farmer and also worked for the Swiss Colonization Society. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Johannes married Anna Maria Gemeinder Tell City Anzeiger February 2, 1889 Anna Maria Labhart The news spread like a wildfire last Saturday of the death of the lady mentioned above, an old pioneer. The 74-year old lady, who on the eve of her birthday was still joking and laughing in the best of humor,succumbed to a stroke. The lady, who will be missed by many, was--as one says-- a good German wife, always ready to joke, and kept her humor to the end. She had often made visits to the Anzeiger and spent many a gay hour in our office. She lived on her place since 1861, and Mother Labhart took part in all societies from the beginning. She managed the kitchen for all festivities for the free schools and other festivals, and spoke her mind, often bluntly, to many a person .Everyone knew the deceased and all will keep a good remembrance of her. Upon her often expressed desire to be lowered into the grave with music, where she herself saw so many laid, the Mechanics Band paid her the final honor along with many friends, and Mrs. C. Uebelmesser gave a well earned and well stated eulogy. Mrs Labhart was born in Langhenrhein (Langenrain) by Konstanz in Baden, married there in 1843 and came with her husband in 1849 by way of New Orleans to Vevay in this State. Since 1864 she had shared the joy and pain with all of us in Tell City and no doubt young and old would have paid her the final honor on Sunday, had the weather permitted it. Peace to her ashes and honor to her memory. She leaves two sons, a daughter and several grandchildren. (same issue and Page, Col. 6 item 1) Expression of Thanks. Anna Maria Labhart, nee Gemeinder. Charles Labhart, Sigmund Labhart, Wilhelmina Butler, nee Labhart, children, along with grandchildren and relatives.
Jacob and Anna Schneider with Grand Daughter Christine
Anna immigrated with her family to America in 1846. They arrived in New York on the Ship Leontine on September 12, 1846. Her parents Frank and Barbara Seibert Pfeifer came with Anna, her brother Frank,a sister Maria, John and Jacob. Her sister Maria married Peter Schneider who also traveled with his father Martin Schneider on the same ship. They married in Louisville, Ky as did Anna Pfeifer and Jacob Schneider brother to Peter. For some reason Jacob did not immigrate until 1852.
Anna Pfeifer Schneider
Wife of Jacob Schneider born in Schwarzenbach, Germany
Peter and Elizabeth Hess Schneider and daughter Clara
Peter and Elizabeth Hess Schneider were the parents of Clara, Viola and Elizabeth. Three children Peter, Michael and Anna Mathilda died in infancy.
Peter J. Schneider
Tell City News July 29, 1911 PETER SCHNEIDER Dies at the Age of Forty-nine Was a lifelong Resident of this city. On last Monday afternoon sometime after two o'clock, Peter Schneider, lifelong resident of this city, answered the final roll call at the age of 49 years, 5 months, and 5 days. He was born February 19, 1862 on a farm near Tell City but received his education in the local schools. He was married to Miss Elizabeth Hess and is survived by widow and three daughters; Mrs. Baumgart, Elizabeth Schneider, Viola Schneider, also his mother, four brothers, John, Theodore, Michael and Joseph Schneider, and a sister, Miss Mary Schneider. For many year she was connected with the Tell City Furniture Company. The funeral was held Wednesday morning from St. Paul's Catholic church of which he had always been a faithful member. Many friends and the local branch of Catholic Knights accompanied his remains to their last resting place in St Mary's Catholic cemetery. TELL COUNTY TRIBUNE July 29, 1911 ANOTHERVICTIM OF TYPHOID FEVER Mr. Peter Schneider died at his home don't and Fulton Streets last Monday afternoon. Mr. Schneider was born on a farm near Tell City, February 19, 1862, being 49 years, 5 month sand 5 days of age at the time of his death. He worked in the Tell City Furniture Factory for many years and had many friends. His wife, three daughters, and many other relatives survive him. Anzeiger July 29, 1911 Peter Schneider passed away Monday afternoon after a short by hard illness at the age of 49 years,5 months and 5 days. He was born 19 February 1862 not far from town and later attended the local schools. After he left them, he became good support to his father on the farm and later came here, where he found work in the factory of the Tell City Furniture Co. and was always liked and respected among his fellow workers. In 1889 he married Miss Lizzie Hess, who grieves his death with three daughters. how He was peace loving, quiet man and respected and appreciated everywhere he was known. His burial took place Wednesday morning from St. Paul's Church to the Catholic cemetery. His fellow workers as well as his many friends gave him the last escort, which best show how much he was respected. Besides his family he leaves his aged mother, two brothers and a sister, as well as relatives. Rev Jos. A. Thie conducted the funeral service.
Vincent Hess
VINCENT HESS PASSES AWAY AT THE AGE OF 85 YEARS Mr. Vincent Hess, one of Tell City's oldest, and most highly respected citizens died at the home of his son Gust on thirteenth street near Tell at 8:15 Sunday morning. The deceased was born in Germany March 23rd, 1844 and came to this country with his parents when two years of age. He spent his youth and early manhood on a farm near Fulda. In later years he moved to the St. Mark's neighborhood, coming to Tell City about 44 years ago. When about 19 years of age Mr. Hess was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Weigand. She preceded him in death 6 years ago. Five children survive this union. They are John Hess of near McCallister schoolhouse in Troy township, George Hess, Mrs Elizabeth Schneider, Henry Hess and Gust Hess all of whom live in this city. He is also survived by thirty grandchildren and forty great-grandchildren. Up and until a few weeks ago Mr. Hess was unusually spry and alert for a man of his years. Bet he began going down hill rather fast about two weeks ago and continued to fall rapidly until the end. Mr. Hess worked hard from the time he was a boy until very recent years. When his own work was done he went to work for others and as long as there was work to do, he could get a job. After coming to Tell City he tended his own small tract of land and rented land here and there. IN addition to that he plowed and harrowed gardens in springtime and teamed. In fact, he was always busy and wasn't content unless there was work to do. Since the death of his wife, and for many years before Mr. Hess made his home with his son Gust, and he was held in highest esteem by all neighbors. Those who knew him best were his best friends. Mr. Hess was christened in the Roman Catholic faith and remained at rue believer in the principles and teachings of this church throughout his life. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 8 from the late residence on Thirteenth street and St. Paul's Catholic Church. Rev. Father Thie officiating. Burial in St. Mary's cemetery. His family arrived in the USA at New Orleans, Louisianna on June 29, 1846 on the ship Sea Lion. He was two years old. The master of the ship was Captain Elishua Dyers. They departed from LaHavre, France. Taken from microfilm, passenger arrivals, New Orleans, M 272.
Elizabeth Hess Schneider (left) and Louise Hess Benedict (right)
Elizabeth Schneider Dies At Tell City Home At Age 81 Mrs. Elizabeth M. Schneider, 81, life-long resident of Perry and Spencer counties, died a 5:30 A. M. Friday, June 22 at her home, 842 Twelfth, Street, Tell City. She had been ill for six months prior to her passing. Born in Spencer county January 20, 1870, the daughter of Vincent and Elizabeth Weigand Hess, she spent much of her life in Tell City. She was the widow of Peter J. Schneider, who preceded her in death a number of years ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Frank Sabelhaus, and Miss Elizabeth Schneider, both of Tell City; 13 Grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; three brothers, George, Henry and August Hess, all of Tell City. The deceased was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church and of St. Ann's Sodality. The body was removed from Finch funeral home to the residence last Saturday morning. Funeral services were held Monday morning a 8 o'clock at St. Paul's Catholic church with the Rev. Edward Gayso, assistant church pastor officiating. Burial was in St. Mary's cemetery.
Charles Labhart on left with sons Henry and Walter
TELL CITY NEWS January 10, 1930 TELL CITY NEWS Charles Labhardt pioneer citizen of this community and a farmer and successful politician in this younger days, died at his country home near Greenwood cemetery, this city last Saturday morning. He had been in failing health for some months past, but did not become bed fast until four weeks before his death. At the time of going to bed Mr. Labhardt assured his son Henry, with whom he made his home, that he would never leave the bed alive and his premonition came true. Mr Labhardt was born a Vevay, Indiana on the 2nd day of February 1853 and came to this city with his parents, the late John and Mary Labhardt, landing in Tell City on the 3rd of January 186l. They had bought a lot of the Swiss Colonization Society. The family moved into the little frame building next door to Becker Bros. Store and in the following spring where the subject of our sketch continued to live throughout the remainder of his life. September 18, 1881 Mr. Labhardt was united in marriage to Miss Henrietta Bocoly, who died May 2, 1896 leaving him with several small children. However, he possessed enough of that indomitable will that carries men onward, and by hard work and perseverance managed to hold his little brood together. In his younger days Mr. Labhardt took an active interest in politic sand he certainly was a loyal and true Democrat. He carried his political convictions so far that he apparently did not trust Republican in any manner, shape or form. However, we believe it can be truthfully said of him that his was more a matter of pretense and fun-making as he numbered scores of Republicans among his warmest friends and would go as far out of his way to favor them, or to retain their friendship as his closest political allies. During his years of political service he often served as precinct committeeman and was offered the county chairmanship on more than one occasion but always turned it down. Mr. Labhardt served twelve years as county coroner and eight years as county assessor. He made one race for Sheriff, but was defeated in the primary. However, after being defeated in the primary he came home and went to work for his opponent. Mr. Labhardt was a member of the Woodmen of the World, but it was asana Odd Fellow that that he was best known as a lodge member. His membership in the latter order dates back almost fifty-two years until recent years his face was nearly always seen in the lodge hall on meeting nights, and it was his counsel that helped to pull the lodge over many of its roughest spots. For a period of 27 years Mr. Labhardt served as sexton at Greenwood cemetery and he knew where every burying-place in the cemetery was located. In fact , he possessed an unusual memory for dates, place sand happenings. There have been but few individuals who possessed an equal fund of information concerning such events. Mr. Labhardt was a genial, whole souled old fellow-always good natured and always true to his friends. If by chance he ever harmed anyone, it certainly was not intentional on his part. Four sons and one daughter survive him. They are John. W. Labhart of Evansville, Charles P. Labhart and Henry A. Labhart of near this city,Walter Frederick Labhart of Fort Worth, Texas and Mrs Alma Lindsey of Indianapolis. There are also 26 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. It was a wish of the deceased that when he died a band should play at his funeral and so Joe Moutschka and Philip Arnold gathered a bunch of their musical friends together and complied with his wish. The funeral was held a two o'clock Monday afternoon and the remains were laid a rest in Greenwood cemetery. Officers and members of Tell City Lodge No.206 I.O.O.F. had charge of the small children.
Henry Labhart Sr
TELL CITY NEWS MARCH 29, 1913 Last Tuesday at Cannelton, Miss Leona Thompson and Mr. Henry Labhart, both of this city were united in marriage by Rev. Anderson Bolin .Miss Thompson is a daughter of Mr. A. F. Thompson and is well known here. For the past few years she has been living at the home of Mr. Jacob Metz, near the city. Mr. Labhart is a son of County Assessor Chas. Labhart. He is well known and well liked by his many friends in the city. They have the very best wishes of the News. TELL CITY NEWS August 1953 HENRY LABHART DIES AT AGE 65 Dies in sleep Saturday Night Henry Albert Labhart, Sr. 65 died suddenly in his sleep early Sunday morning August l4. He was found by members of his family about 9 A.M. when they went to awaken him. He was not ill except that he had complained recently of a shortness of breath and hurting in his chest. He visited a local doctor Saturday morning and the doctor found nothing serious wrong but did make arrangements for Mr. Labhart to enter the hospital for same on Monday of this week. Death was due toa heart attack. Mr. Labhart had listened to a baseball gave via radio Saturday night after he had retired and had gone to sleep as usual after the game ended. His passing of course, was a great shock to his family and many friends. Born, Lived, Died In Same House Henry Labhart was born at the Labhart home opposite Greenwood Cemetery near Tell City on January 2, 1888, the son of Charles and Henrietta Bocoly Labhart. He spent his entire life and died in the same house in which he was born. He attended township schools. The deceased was married March 25, 1913 to Miss Leona Thompson in Tell City. Twelve children were born to them. Surviving besides the wife are 11 children : 6 daughters, Mrs. Kermit (Henrietta) Silverthorn, Newtonville; Mrs. Norman (Hazel) Gayer, Ranger; Mrs. Carl (Ruth)Stephens, Mrs. Andrew (Edith) Walters, Tell City; Mrs. Norman (Betty)Howe, Troy; Mrs. Kenneth (Joan) Berg, Louisville; Five sons, Henry Labhart, Jr. and Harold Labhart, Tell City; Harry Labhart, Fort Deposit, Maryland; S/Sgt. William H. Labhart, U. S. Army, Hawaiian Islands; James Labhart, College Station, Texas; one sister, Mrs. Alma Linne, Indianapolis; three brothers, Charles Labhart, Tell City; John Labhart, Evansville; Walter Labhart, Fort Worth, Texas; and 35 Grandchildren. Henry Labhart was baptized in the Evangelical United Church. He was a staunch Democrat all of his life and was a hard worker for his chosen party in every election campaign. He had not been working recently after retirement. His last work was as deputy assessor in Troy Township. He has served as deputy assessor on numerous occasions and was well liked as an assessor. He had worked in Tell City factories during his life time.
Elizabeth Weigand Hess
Tell City News November 24, 1922 Mrs. Elizabeth Hess passes away after brief Illness. Mrs. Elizabeth Hess an aged and highly respected lady of our little city, passed away at 10:15 Monday morning at the home of her son August on Thirteenth street. Her death came wholly unexpected after a brief illness that was caused, no doubt, by a fall she received in her yard on Tuesday evening previous. Mrs. Hess was born in Germany and came to this country when a girl with her parents. They settled in Spencer county near Fulda. At the age of about 20 years she was united in marriage to Vincent Hess.After living in that community about 10 years they moved to this city 36 years ago and have made their home here ever since. For the past 14 years they have made their home with their son August on ThirteenthStreet. Besides her aged husband Mrs. Hess is survived by the following children: Mrs. Elizabeth Schneider, There are also 28 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Hess was a member of the Catholic Church and a devout, kind Christian lady. Her sons and daughters and her grandchildren as well have become honored and respected citizens in our community. Her family Arrived in American on the Ship Palestine on August 6, 1855. Port of Departure was London, England Port of Arrival was New York, NY.
Dr. S Foster: who posted this photo? I certainly would like to talk to that person.
I am related to many families in Perry County. My Ancestor Mary Jane Minor widow of Daniel taylor jr. remarried to the Fosters. I a m certain someone in that family will have a photo of my ancestor. I have been searching for years. Danny Hingley BC Canada
Hi Danny, So sorry for the delay responding to you. I had difficulty logging in to this site. Some of those in this photo are IDd but many not. I can send you the photo by email if you care to send that to me. No one was formally ID’d just a few from my ancestors Yaggi. Janet
Dr. Nicholas August James is my husband’s (James Kunard) first cousin, twice removed. I have a copy of his graduation photo from the University of Louisville …a handsome man.