Comments: FUNERAL: The Manti Messenger, 17 AUG 1951
Impressive Funeral Held Saturday For "Ferd" Alder
Large and impressive funeral services were held Saturday in the Center Ward Chapel for F. C. Alder who died suddenly of a heart attack at his home on August 8, 1951. Bishop B. C. Braithwaite conducted the services and burial was under direction of the Buchanan Mortuary.
Prayer in the home was by Alphonso Henrie; those at the service were by David Olsen Jr. and Max Larsen and the grave was dedicated by Edgar T. Reid of Salt Lake City.
Pallbearers were Mr. Alder's fellow members from the Lions Club and Odd Fellows Lodge. Prelude and postlude organ music was by LaRue Pedersen, and special musical numbers included a vocal solo, "Face To Face", by Elden Sorensen of Delta, accompanied by Pauline Dyreng; "Come Unto Me", by the South Ward quartet consisting of Viola Tatton, Amy Bond, E. H. Petersen and Ray P. Dyreng, accompanied by Pauline Dyreng, and a vocal solo, "Goin Home", by Jay McAllister accompanied by Jane Anderson.
Two resolutions of respect were read, one from the Manti High School Alumni Association was read by Dale Johnson and one from the Lions Club was read by Gail Jensen.
Speaker Ray P. Lund described Mr. Alder as a man in every sense of the word, one who reached out in the highways and byways of life to make friends. He was always determined to help a boy find the right way, Mr. Lund said.
Speaker Ellis Johnson said Mr. Alder always planned and strived to make things better and more beautiful and he had been an influence for good wherever he went. He was particular in the shop that the boys care properly for the tools and was always punctual to all assignments, Mr. Johnson said. Mr. Alder taught the boys to always plan their work and then work their plan.
A Mr. Hopkinson represented the Utah Poultry and Farmers Co-op and paid tribute to Mr. Alder as a director of the association during the years 1944 to 1950, and as a member of the association for over 25 years.
Elden Westenskow, vocational agriculture teacher at the Moroni High School, spoke highly of Mr. Alder as a friend and associate and as a teacher of agriculture and related subjects. He said his advice was always sought as being timely and reliable.
Speaker Pratt Allred said he had appreciated working with Mr. Alder in the Center Ward and paid tribute to him as one who was always ready and willing to serve his community, church and nation. Mr. Allred also paid tribute to Mrs. Alder as a temple worker and a mother.
Bishop Braithwaite expressed appreciation for Mr. Alder's work in the ward as president of the Elder's Quorum and in other capacities. He expressed the appreciation of the family for all who had helped in any way.
Comments: Resoultions Of Respect: The Manti Messenger, 17 AUG 1951
Out of respect to the memory of Ferdinand C. Alder and sympathy for the members of his family, the Manti Lions Club respectfully submits the following resolutions:
WHEREAS: Ferdinand C. Alder, a devout and beloved member of the Manti Lions Club, was called from his earthly life to a greater mission beyond, on August 8, 1951, and
WHEREAS: "Lion Ferd", the named used within our Club, was one of our few remaining charter members, having assisted in the organization nealry 16 years ago; he was a Past-President and has filled most all of the important elective positions within our club; he was one of our most progressive members which, combined with his desire to promote and sponsor projects for the betterment of our community, has done much toward the building of the ideals for which Lionism stand; and
WHEREAS: we shall miss his cheerful disposition, his friendliness toward all men, and his untiring efforts to enrich the lives of all those around him; and , to the man, we join with his wife, Lean, and their family in the sorrow of his untimely passing, and
WHEREAS: our Fellow Lion has received and accepted the last great call and passed on to his mission in fairer fields, where we know he will again take up his position as a leader of men, now
THEREFORE: be it resolved that we ascribe upon our records this tribute to his memory; that we may ever keep in mind and appreciate his contribution to our organization.
Be it further resolved that a copy of thses resoulutions be presented to his bereaved family, also that a copy of these resolutions be submitted for publication in the Manti Messenger.
Signed this 11th day of August, 1951.
MANTI LIONS CLUB.
Elliott Braithwaite
BIOGRAPHY: Lived in Manti. Attended Manti, Utah High School. Hobbies include quilting, crocheting and cooking. Filled mission to Central States. Serve L.D.S. Church as Relief Society president, Primary teacher. Work in Sunday School. Member and past president Literary Club; member Hopeless Club.
Note: Daughter of John Rowland Braithwaite and Annie Keller. Born in Manti, Sanpete, Utah. Married Ferdinand "C" Alder Sept 1, 1920. Children: Jack Conrad, Norma Kay, and Barbara.
Comments: Dau/o Frederick Walter Cox & Jemima Losee
OBIT: The Manti Messenger, 3 JUN 1909
Mrs. Elvira J. Alder Dead
An Idel Mother and Wife of Well Known Townsman Succumbs to Dreadful Disease After Months of Patient Suffering
After battling bravely and patiently with a dreadful disease for six months, during which time everything possible to be done by loving hands and medical skill was employed. Mrs. Alfred Alder passed peacefully from the active field of labor on this earth at her home in this city at about 11 o'clock last Friday evening. While it was thought by her family and the attending physician for some weeks past that she could not live long, no one expected that she would be taken at such an early date. She showed no signs of giving up the well fought battle until the day before her death, when she complained to her husband of an unusual feeling and said she would take to her bed. The physicians examination revealed the fact that the end was close at hand. Members of the family and relatives from out of town were summoned. With the exception of her son, Byron and his wife, who were in Logan attending school, the entire family was at the bedside when she died.
The deceased, Elvira J. Alder, was the daughter of Frederick Walter and Jemima (Losee) Cox, and was born in this city May 14, 1885. She was married to Alfred Alder February 5, 1877, and was the mother of twelve children, eight of whom are still living, four boys and four girls, the youngest being twelve years of age. Mrs. Alder was a kind and loving mother and enjoyed the profound respect of all who knew her. She realized the seriousness of her disease and bore it bravely to the end.
A conjoint funeral service was held at the Tabernacle at 3 p.m. Sunday, at which the large building was filled to overflowing with relatives and friends who were present to pay their respects and perform the last sad rites over the remains of Mrs. Alder and those of her little 6 year old nephew, Carrol, the son of George B. Cox, Jr. The floral offerings were many and beautiful.
The speakers were President Lewis Anderson, Bishop L. C. Kjar, Judge A. H. Christensen, Patriarch, John B. Maiben and Bishop N. R. Petersen. All made appropriate and timely talks but the remarks of Judge Christensen __________ to Mrs. Alder especially impressed us as being especially appropriate and comforting for the bereaved family. The Judge spoke from the standpoint of a neighbor. He said that he had lived in the immediated neighborhood of the family for the past eight years and was in a position to know as to the true worth of a woman as a mother and a companion. He very beautifully portrayed the life of a true mother, who willingly sacrifices everything in life that is pleasant for the sake of her family. He referred to the large and promising family, and said that it must have been gratifying to the mother to know that in so far as she had been able to proceed with her life work her efforts had not been in vain. A beautiful picture of that mother was carefully painted by words and artistically embellished by the speaker and hung up before the sons and daughters. They were asked to keep the picture constantly with them in their journey through life as an aid and incentive in the guidance of their footsteps along the "straight and narrow part" as outlined by mother.
A funeral discourse along these lines is always, to us, and we believe, to the bereaved ones, inspiring and beneficial.
Comments: 103rd Birthday: The Manti Messenger, 2 APR 1964
Manti Patriarch To Observe 103rd Birth Date
Patriarch J. Hatten Carpenter will be spending his 103rd birthday anniversary listening to sessions of the general conference this Saturday, April 4, 1964. Still alert and keen of mind, the elderly patriarch amazes his townspeople with his abiltiy to think and do.
Family member and many friends and associates will remember him on his anniversary and recall the days not so long ago when he made his daily walks to town. His walks in recent months have been limited to home and surroundings although he ofter accopanies members of his family in their automoblies for a ride to church. He was in attendance at the recent stake quarterly conference with his wife who shares his interests in people and world events. He has a special interest in the children, grandchildren and their activities and now numbers his posterity at 77. A great-grandchild arrived last year and letters from a grandson in the Swiss German Mission have brought satisfaction.
Elder Carpenter was born in Devonshire, England, April 4, 1861 and in 1887 he left for Australia. On leaving that country in 1888, he met Mormon missionaries was converted and came to Utah. He married Matilda Alder in the Manti Temple in 1889.
He served a mission to Samoa in 1890 to 1893, then worked as city recorder and in the Manti City Bank until 1911, when he was called to the Manti Temple for what proved to be a 42-year term as recorder.
His first wife died in 1920 and he married Lydia Schram in the Manti Temple in 1921.
Comments: 91st Birthday: The Manti Messenger, 4 APR 1952
Patriarch Is Ninety-One Today
Patriarch J. Hatten Carpenter observes another milestone today, April 4, 1952, and birthday anniversary number 91 finds him well and enjoying life. He is not completing his 42nd year as assistant recorder at the Manti Temple, where he daily performs the duties of his office. He also finds time to do much genealogy work and reading.
He will spend his anniversary, as usual, by attending General Conference in Salt Lake City. His daughter, Mrs. Edith Madsen of Salt Lake City, will have a family dinner in his honor, inviting relatives from the Salt Lake City area.
His sons were present at his home on Wednesday evening to honor him for his anniversary before he left for conference.
Comments: 97th Birthday: The Manti Messenger, 10 APR 1958
Patriarch Reaches 97th Milestone
J. Hatten Carpenter noted his 97th birthday anniversary quietly at his home last Friday, April 4, 1958, with members of his family coming to spend the evening with him.
Mr. Carpenter was recently honored at the Old Folks Party as being the eldest man present. He is also the oldest resident of Manti and is reported to be in "Good Health" and still enjoying his daily walks.
Four new great-grandchildren have been added to his family during the past year, making a total of 30 great-grandchildren. He has 18 grandchildren and four living sons and daughters. Just recently he spent a week visiting with his daughter, Mrs. Royal (Edith) Madsen, and her family in Salt Lake City. His three sons, Gerald, Edwin and Eugene Carpenter, called to wish him well on his anniversary. Other guests for the evening were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Carpenter and six children of Salt Lake City and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Carpenter and baby of Richfield.
Comments: OBIT: The Manti Messenger, 28 JUL 1911
John Alder
John Alder, an old resident of Manti since 1862, passed away at 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, 1911. He was 84 years of age July 8, 1911, having been born in 1827 at Schwellbrunn, Switzerland.
He joined the Mormon Church in 1854, and left his home, friends and native land and a good mercantile business in 1860 and gathered to Utah and has been a zealous defender of the doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ever since.
He was one of the salesmen in the Manti Co-op for 10 years. Went on a mission in 1880, was in charge of the Swiss and German mission. Was for a number of years bookkeeper for Tuttle & Company. Has been a worker in the St. George and Manti Temple.
He has been married to three wives, who have all died before him.
The following children survive him from his first wife: Ferdinand Alder, Alfred Alder and Emily Cook.
Children by his second wife: Matilda S. Carpenter, Paul B. Alder and Nettie E. Bleak.
Children by his third wife: Alfred F., Ernest, Clara, Lydia and john, the latter family reside mostly in Salt Lake.
He took sick in March and has suffered much but death came quiet and peaceful without a struggle. His funeral will be held tomorrow Saturday at 3 p.m. in the Tabernacle.
Friends wishing to view the remains may do so at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. H. Carpenter from 1 to 2:15 tomorrow.