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Wilhelm George John Dau

Birth	:	24 Dec 1868 Kreis Dithmarschen, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Death	:	16 Jun 1935 Scribner, Dodge County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Chapel Cemetery, Sandstone, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.2522011, -84.5513992
Plot	:	Section 5, Lot 36, Grave 4
Description	:	History of Dodge and Washington Counties, Nebraska And Their People" (1921): "WILLIAM G.J. DAU. A purpose in life is as the helm of a ship for it shapes direction to the goal; it stirs ambition, arouses determination and is the mainspring of success. It is necessary for a man to have some definite aim in life for without it he stagnates. A number of men whose earlier years were spent in farming, discover this when they retire from an agricultural life and seek to find contentment in a life of leisure, for they find that they cannot... Read More	History of Dodge and Washington Counties, Nebraska And Their People" (1921): "WILLIAM G.J. DAU. A purpose in life is as the helm of a ship for it shapes direction to the goal; it stirs ambition, arouses determination and is the mainspring of success. It is necessary for a man to have some definite aim in life for without it he stagnates. A number of men whose earlier years were spent in farming, discover this when they retire from an agricultural life and seek to find contentment in a life of leisure, for they find that they cannot adapt themselves to their new environment. Having always had something to work toward, some purpose in view with each day, the hours hang heavy on their hands and those who are sensible, when once they realize this, do not wait, but embark in some other line, and usually succeed in it too, for back of them is that purpose which enables them to endure difficulties and hardships; take blows and rebuffs of fortune, and tolerate disappointments. One of the representative and energetic men of Hooper, who, after he had terminated his experience as a farmer, opened up a garage and is now operating it, acting as agent for several well-known cars and tractors and handling accessories, and doing a fine business in all lines, is William G.J. Dau, mayor of the city. The birth of Mr. Dau took place in Germany in 1868, and he is a son of Peter and Marguerite (Schomacher) Dau, natives of Germany, both of whom are deceased, he passing away in 1897, aged fifty-eight years, and she in 1916, aged seventy-five years. They came to the United States in 1878, and located at Fremont, Nebraska, where he obtained employment as a brick mason for seven years, and then bought a farm near Hooper, on which he carried on general farming and stock raising until his death. Of the thirteen children born to him and his wife, five survive, namely: John, who is a resident of Scribner, Nebraska, drives a car; William G.J., who is second in order of birth; George, who is a Dodge County farmer; Ernest, who is manager of the elevator at Scribner, Nebraska; and Edward, who is living retired at Hooper. Peter Dau was a democrat after coming to this country. He and his wife belonged to the Lutheran and were active in it. William G.J. Dau accompanied his parents to , Dodge, Nebraska, and assisted his father with the farm until the latter's death, after which he bought out the other heirs and continued to conduct it until 1917 when he retired to Hooper. After coming here he opened a garage which he conducts under the name of the Farmers Garage, and he is sales agent for the Nash automobiles and Nash and Reo trucks, and he carries a full line of automobile accessories. In 1894 Mr. Dau was united in marriage with Anna Studt, born in Iowa, a daughter of John Studt, one of the early settlers of Dodge County. Mr. and Mrs. Dau have two children, namely: Peter J., who is with his father in the garage; and Lillian who is at home. Like his father, Mr. Dau is a democrat, and he was twice elected to the State Assembly of Nebraska, in 1915 and 1917, and served two terms. Later he was honored by being placed on his party ticket for the office of mayor of Hooper, and elected by a gratifying majority, and is the present incumbent of the chair of chief executive of his municipality. A constructive citizen, Mr. Dau has sought since he has been in office to further practical improvements, and in spite of the restrictions of the times, has been able to make considerable progress and has plans for further advancement in the near future. He is a thirty-second degree Mason, and belongs to the Modern Woodmen of America. Mrs. Dau is a member of Grace Lutheran of Hooper. While Mr. Dau's educational training was confined to the public schools of Dodge County, he is a very well informed man, and his advice is sought and taken by a number of his fellow citizens who recognize his sound business sense and good judgment."

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Where is Wilhelm George John Dau's memorial?
Wilhelm George John Dau's memorial is located at: Chapel Cemetery, Sandstone, Jackson County, USA.
When did Wilhelm George John Dau death?
Wilhelm George John Dau death on 16 Jun 1935 in Scribner, Dodge County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 42.2522011
Longitude: -84.5513992

Family Members:

Parent

Peter Hinrich Dau

(1838 - 1896)

Margaretha Elsabea Schoolmann Dau

(1841 - 1916)

Spouse

Anna Katharina Studt Dau

(1872 - 1937)

Siblings

(1864 - 1932)

(1871 - 1879)

(1874 - 1880)

(1876 - 1934)

(1880 - 1965)

(1882 - 1890)

(1885 - unknow)

(1886 - 1886)

Edward Kermit “Dewey” Dau

(1887 - 1963)

Children

Johannes Peter Dau

(1893 - 1961)

Lillian Magdalena Dau Edelmaier

(1898 - 1983)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Chapel Cemetery
Sandstone, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2522011, -84.5513992

2. Dearing Cemetery
Sandstone Township, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2541656, -84.5369415

3. Parma Cemetery
Parma, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2672234, -84.6002808

4. Spring Arbor Cemetery
Spring Arbor, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2061700, -84.5504330

5. Bean Cemetery
Spring Arbor, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2242600, -84.4931900

6. Upton Cemetery
Sandstone, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2996000, -84.5973000

7. McCain Cemetery (Defunct)
Summit Township, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2317600, -84.4737100

8. Pherdun Cemetery
Sandstone, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3091660, -84.5191650

9. Jackson County Cemetery
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2767500, -84.4677100

10. Smithfield Cemetery
Parma, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2686119, -84.6516647

11. North Concord Cemetery
Concord, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2324982, -84.6511002

12. Crouch Cemetery
Spring Arbor, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1815490, -84.5009240

13. Campbell Cemetery
Parma, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3147354, -84.6192322

14. Odd Fellows Cemetery
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2477640, -84.4392550

15. Westminster United Presbyterian Memorial Garden
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1998550, -84.4471190

16. Lincoln-Pomeroy Cemetery
Tompkins, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3419456, -84.5119476

17. Temple Beth Israel Cemetery
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2530000, -84.4220000

18. Fairview Cemetery
Tompkins, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3452390, -84.5995930

19. Leidley Cemetery
Hanover, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1518211, -84.5708694

20. Bond Cemetery
Blackman Township, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3275833, -84.4564514

21. Mount Evergreen Cemetery
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2378006, -84.4111023

22. Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Memorial Garden
Jackson, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2455080, -84.4086940

23. Graham Cemetery
Parma, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2627780, -84.6950000

24. Maple Grove Cemetery
Concord, Jackson County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1708336, -84.6461105