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Albert Melvin “Pop” Carter

Birth	:	23 Mar 1861 Tuscola, Douglas County, Illinois, USA
Death	:	18 Dec 1952 Harper, Harper County, Kansas, USA
Burial	:	San Gabriel Mission Cemetery, San Gabriel, Los Angeles County, USA
Coordinate	:	34.0974998, -118.1062012
Description	:	Son of Catharine Jane Carter and father unknown Evans. This is known only through DNA testing. He was given his mother's maiden name Carter. He married Agnes Ann Mayginnes, Jan. 23, 1887 in Leoti, Kansas. They had 7 children, Johnny, Nancy, Orville, Charles, Mable, Thomas Raymond and Ondus Carter. He was 91 when he was hit by a car and killed, 8 days before his wife Agnes died. Obituary; Albert M. "Pop" Carter, 91 received fatal injuries last Thursday evening when he was struck by an automobile on Highway 160, near Jefferson street. John Reber, Anthony, driver... Read More	Son of Catharine Jane Carter and father unknown Evans. This is known only through DNA testing. He was given his mother's maiden name Carter. He married Agnes Ann Mayginnes, Jan. 23, 1887 in Leoti, Kansas. They had 7 children, Johnny, Nancy, Orville, Charles, Mable, Thomas Raymond and Ondus Carter. He was 91 when he was hit by a car and killed, 8 days before his wife Agnes died. Obituary; Albert M. "Pop" Carter, 91 received fatal injuries last Thursday evening when he was struck by an automobile on Highway 160, near Jefferson street. John Reber, Anthony, driver of the auto, said an oncoming auto blinded him momentarily. A street light was out at the intersection, which may have contributed to the poor visibility conditions. ------OBITUARY: Albert Melvin Carter Albert Melvin Carter, son of Catherine Jane Carter and unknown Evans was born March 23, 1861 in Tuscolia, Illinois and passed away in the Joslin Hospital Dec 18, 1952 at Harper Kansas. In early manhood he taught school in Illinois. At the age of 23 he located to Mound Valley Kansas. He was married to Agnes Ann Mayginnis on January, 23, 1887 in Leoti Kansas, they being the first couple to be married in Wichita County. To this union was born 5 sons and 2 daughters. Two sons, Orville and John and a daughter, Nancy having preceded him in death. In the spring of 1887 they came to Harper where he became associated with Bob Kiefer, father of Frank and Louis Kiefer in the machinery business. Because of his ability in this work he was later recommended by the late Dr. W. G. Muir for superintendent of the new water works which was to be installed in Harper. He became superintendent of the new water and was later the overseer of the installation of electricity in Harper. He held this position for many years planning and installing pipe lines and electricity power lines for the city of Harper. His careful planning and tactful integrity has meant much toward making the water and light systems in Harper what it is today. The blueprint of the water lines which hang in the city building was made by him and given to the city which shows his generosity and willingness to do for those he loved. He has watched Harper grow and develop into the modern little city it is today with keen interest. All his years of service and labor and contacts with people here and elsewhere have won for him that lovable name of "Pop Carter" which made him love and service others more. Many will remember the reminiscent articles written by him which have appeared fr om time to time in the local newspaper telling of the early days. Pop Carter was faithful and true in all his activities. He was a kind and loving husband assuming much of the care of Mrs. Carter in her recent lingering illness.He was a wonderful example for his children, a friend and neighbor never to be forgotten. He loved children and played his part in their story hour where he met the children not as Santa Clause but as a messenger with an inspiring message for them. In 1910 he joined the First Baptist Church of Harper. He was also a member of the A.O.U.W. Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Agnes, 3 sons, Charles A. of Tampa Florida, Raymond and Ondus of Wellington, Kansas and one daughter Mrs. Mable Trimm also of Wellington, Ks.; 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends who mourn his passing.

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Albert Melvin “Pop” Carter's memorial is located at: San Gabriel Mission Cemetery, San Gabriel, Los Angeles County, USA.
When did Albert Melvin “Pop” Carter death?
Albert Melvin “Pop” Carter death on 18 Dec 1952 in Harper, Harper County, Kansas, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Albert Melvin “Pop” Carter's memorial?
Latitude: 34.0974998
Longitude: -118.1062012

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Agnes Ann Mayginnes Carter

(1869 - 1952)

Siblings

Children

Nancy Carter

(1887 - 1900)

Johnnie Carter

(1888 - 1888)

Orville Melvin Carter

(1889 - 1916)

Mabel May Carter Trimm

(1893 - 1977)

Thomas Raymond Carter

(1898 - 1973)

Ondus Arvid Carter

(1902 - 1972)

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