William F. Jann
WILLIAM F. JANN was active in many fraternal organizations in Camden. His affiliations included Camden Lodge No. 15, Free and Accepted Masons; Camden Lodge No. 293, Benevolent Protective Order of Elks; Order of Owls; Camden Lodge No. 111, Loyal Order of Moose; and Camden Aerie No. 65, Fraternal Order of Eagles. He worked in sales, lastly as a commission merchant involved in the wholesale fish trade.
William F. Jann was born in Pennsylvania on November 19, 1860. He appears in Camden City Directories in 1885 at 206 North 11th Street, working as a salesman, a trade he followed all of his working life. His wife Chrisie had gave birth to a daughter, Alice Jann, around the time of the move to Camden. The family remained at the North 11th Street as late as 1899. The 1901 City Directory shows the Jann family at 1101 Federal Street, where they stayed for a few years. By 1906 William Jann and family had moved to 643 Market Street. The 1910 Census list the family at 309 State Street, while City Directories for 1910, 1911, and 1912 has the at 319 State Street.
William F. Jann fell ill in the spring of 1912. He went to Sheboygan, Wisconsin for his health, which failed to improve. He passed away on June 29, 1912. His body was brought home and he was interred at Harleigh Cemetery.
Eagles Honor Dead Brothers
Camden Post-Telegram —
Impressive Memorial Services Held by Camden Aerie, No. 65, F. O. E.
Large Attendance of the Members
Fully 200 members attended the annual memorial services of Camden Aerie, No. 65, Fraternal Order of Eagles, at the lodge headquarters, on Market street above Tenth, yesterday afternoon. Very interesting and impressive services were held.
The big lodge room was heavily draped in black by Funeral Director George Blake. Around the neck of the big eagle which adorns the room was a handsome wreath of immortelles. From it glowed twelve incandescent lamps.
As the name of each departed brother was called by the secretary and no answer being made a light was extinguished.
The program was as follows: Hymn, “Rock of Ages,” Herold, Eagle Quartette: Messrs. Harry J. Weiss, Thomas J. Atkinson, Brothers Julius R. Schoof and Anthony Oberst; opening announcement, by the Worthy President William J. Jann; prayer, by the Worthy Chaplain William Petzelt; baritone solo, “The Holy City,” Stephen Adams, Brother Julius R. Schaaf; remarks, by the Past Worthy President James F. Cleary; cornet solo, “A Dream of Paradise,” H. Gray, James F. Cleary; roll-call of our honored dead, by the Worthy Secretary Charles F. Sattler; tenor solo, “The Palms,” J. Faure, Mr. Harry J. Weiss; oration, by Brother Frank S. Deveeaux; part song, “The Lost Chord,” Arthur Sullivan, Eagle Quartette; hymn, “Nearer My God to Thee,” by the entire audience; bendiction, by the Worthy Chaplain.
The services were held in memory of the following deceased members: Alfred Kemble, died June 16th, 1901; William Dennelier, died October 4th, 1902; Conrad Brill, Jr., died June 16th, 1903; Frank Burt, died March 10th, 1904; Dr. P. W. Beale, died June 7th, 1904; Jacob Hess, died August 16th, 1904; Daniel W. Broomley, died September 1, 1904; Frederick Johnson, died December 3d, 1904; William H. Cole, died December 21st, 1904; Harry B. Middleton, died April 7th, 1905; J. S. B. Chandler.
These mottoes of the order were printed on the program above and below the list of honored dead:
Their virtues are treasured; their faults are forgotten.
Life leaps the grave, the sleeper shall rise. Hope never ends and the soul never dies.
At the annual ball of Trenton Aerie last week a large delegation from Camden Aerie was in attendance and through Worthy President Jann presented to the Trenton lodge a bronze spread eagle about six feet in height.
Eagles at Their Memorial Service
Camden Daily Courier —
The Camden Aerie Mourned Yesterday for the Departed Members.
Twelve Have Passed Away
The memorial service of Camden Aerie, No. 65, F. O. E., was held at the clubhouse on Market street above Tenth, yesterday afternoon and the program of ceremonies was one of the most touching and befitting ever held by the Eagles in this city in honor and memory of their departed brothers. Since its organization twelve Eagles of Camden Aerie have flown to eternity’s silent shore, as follows:
Alfred Kemble, died June 16, 1901.
William Denneler, died October 4, 1902.
Conrad Brill, Jr., died June 16, 1903.
Charles Beale, died October 29, 1903.
Frank Burt, died March 10, 1904.
Dr. P. W. Beale, died June 7, 1904.
Jacob Hess, died August 16, 1904.
Daniel W. Broomley, died September 1, 1904.
Frederick Johnson, Died December 3, 1904.
William H. Cole, died December 21, 1904.
Harry B. Middleton, died April 7, 1905.
J. S. B. Candler.
The beautiful program commemorating the dead was rendered in the presence of an assemblage that overflowed the large auditorium, and was as follows: Hymn, “Rock of Ages,” Herold, Eagle Quartet, Messrs. Harry J. Weiss, Thomas J. Atkinson, Brothers Julius R. Schaaf and Anthony J. Oberst; opening announcement, by the Worthy President, William F. Jann; prayer, by the Worthy Chaplain, William Petzelt; baritone solo, “The Holy City,” Stephen Adams, Brothers Julius R. Schaaf; remarks, by the Past Worthy President, James Cleary; cornet solo, “A Dream of Paradise,” H. Gray, Brother Frank Rouh; roll call of our honored dead, by the Worthy Secretary; tenor solo, “The Palms,” J. Faure, Harry J. Weiss; oration, by Brother Frank S. Deveraux; part song, “The Lost Chord,” Arthur Sullivan, Eagle Quartet; hymn, “Nearer My God to Thee,” by the entire audience; benediction, by the Worthy Chaplain.
Eagles for Dead Members
Camden Post-Telegram —
Annual Memorial Services Held Yesterday at the Camden Theatre
Render Elaborate Program
The annual memorial service of Camden Aerie, No. 65, Fraternal Order of Eagles, were held in the Camden Theatre yesterday afternoon. They were of the usual impressive character and the several hundred persons were at times very visibly affected.
The feature of the occasion was in the reading of the roll of the dead by Worthy Secretary Charles F. Sattler. In the rear of the stage there was a large painting representing the setting of the sun. The frame was draped in black crepe, incandescent lights being arranged about it at intervals. As the names of the departed were announced the lights were extinguished.
The oration was given by Grand Trustee Thomas C. Hayes, of Nevada. [sic] His address was a splendid, eloquent effort and was in thorough keeping with the occasion.
The balance of the program, replete with interesting features, included the following:
Orchestra—
(a) March-Coronation….Meyerbeer
(b) Overture—Morning, Noon and Night….Suppe
(c) Intermezzo-Traumerei….Schumann
Opening address….Worthy President Frank S. Devereaux.
Quartet, “Come Gracious Spirit”….Marzo
La Favorita Quartet.
Miss Julia Robinson, soprano; Miss Katharine Rosenkranz, contralto; A. D. McNichol, tenor; Henry Hotz, basso; W. Silvano Thunder, accompanist.
Prayer….Worthy Chaplain John L. Jarvis.
Tenor solo, “The Lord is my Light”….Allittson
A. D. McNichol.
Contralto solo, “From the Depths”….Campana
Miss Katharine Rosenkranz.
Remarks….Past Worthy President William M. Petzelt.
Duet, from “The Crucifixion”….Stainer
Misses Robinson and Rosenkranz.
Recitation, “The Last Hymn”….M. Farningham
Miss Marjorie R. Durgin.
Orchestra, “Serenade”….A. Emil Titl
Flute solo by Wm. A. Joseph.
Roll Call of Our Honored Dead….Worthy Secretary Chas. F. Sattler
Soprano solo, “Show Me Thy Ways”….Flotow
Miss Julia Robinson.
Memorial Address—Grand Trustee Thos. C. Hayes, of Newark, N. J.
Trio, “Protect Us Through the Night”….Nicolai
Misses Robinson and Rosenkranz and Mr. McNichol.
Orchestra, Inflamatus from “Stabat Mater”….Rossini
Bass solo, “Through the Darkness”….Rossini
Henry Hotz.
Quartet, “Incline Thine Ear”….Himmel
La Favorita Quartet.
Hymn, “Nearer My God, to Thee”….Mason
Sung by entire audience.
Benediction….Worthy Chaplain John L. Jarvis.
Orchestra, “Stars and Stripes”….Sousa
Brother Anthony J. Oberst, Musical Director.
Those in whose memory the services were held included the following:
Alfred Kemble, died June 16, 1901.
William Denneller, died October 4, 1902.
Conrad Brill, Jr., died July 8, 1903.
Charles Beale, died October 29, 1903.
Frank Burt, died March 10, 1904.
Dr. P. W. Beale, died June 7, 1904.
Jacob Hess, died August 16, 1904.
Daniel W. Broomley, died September 1, 1904.
Frederick Johnson, died December 3, 1904.
William H. Cole, died December 21, 1904.
J. S. B. Candler, died January 15, 1905.
Harry B. Middleton, died April 7, 1905.
George D. Strain, died July 9, 1905.
Martin MacNeil, died July 30, 1905.
Adolph Peschlow, died January 28, 1906.
H. J. McNermy, died March 2, 1906.
L. L. McClennan, died March 15, 1906.
Henry Price, died June 6, 1906.
Nathaniel Myers, died October 7, 1906.
Isaac Toy, died December 25, 1906.
Thomas J. Farnan, died March 12, 1907.
George Griffin, died March 18, 1907.
George W. Haman, died April 5, 1907.
Michael Raidon, died May 23, 1907.
Thomas Flatley, died August 8, 1907.
John F. Berton, died November 1, 1907.
Joseph E. Healy, died December 29, 1907.
Thomas Dwyler, died February 10, 1908.
Michael J. Lynch, died March 19, 1908.
Otto Heydrich, died March 24, 1908.
The officers of the local aerie include these: Past Worthy Presidents, John H. Riddle, John A. Furey, James F. Cleary, Wm. H. Cole (deceased), Julius R. Schaaf, Wm. F. Jann, John J. Cleary, William M. Petzelt; Worthy President, Frank S. Devereaux; Worthy Vice President, Theodore B. Rambo; Worthy Secretary, Chas. F. Sattler; Worthy Treasurer, George S. Dilmore; Worthy Chaplain, John J. Jarvis; Worthy Conductor, Harry A. Durgin; Inside Guard, Robert M. Hartman; Outside Guard, B. Tierney; Worthy Trustees, Anthony J. Oberst, Harry C. Halbert, Charles E. Cullen; Worthy Physicians, Dr. W. P. Wingender, Dr. J. L. Mahaffey.
House Committee—A. J. Docherty, chairman; Edward Hagerty, Frank Applegate, Wm. Vander-Straeten, Wm. J. Lawler.
Memorial Committee—Anthony J. Oberst, chairman; William M. Petzelt, Julius R. Schaaf, William F. Jahn, Chas. F. Sattler, James F. Cleary, Theodore B. Rambo, George Fisher, George S. Dilmore, Harry A. Durgin, John L. Jarvis.
Ushers—John J. Burk, chairman; Frank Moncreif, Louis Bennett, Robert C. Barr, Wm. A. Atkin, Jr., John Lloyd, Joseph Taylor, Charles Mulner, Chas. Blank, Geo. W. Johnson, Arthur Colsey, Wm. D. Hoover, Fay La Fayette, Howard A. Fern.
Said to Be Improving
Camden Daily Courier —
A change for the better is said to have taken place in the condition of William Jann, a well known and respected resident of 319 State street, who has been quite ill at his home for the past few days. Mr. Jann has been under the care of a physician for several weeks, and his condition still remains somewhat serious.
Wm. Jann Dying Out in Wisconsin
Camden Post-Telegram —
A dispatch received to-day from Sheboygan Springs, Wis., announces that William F. Jann, of this city, is dying. The dispatch came to Mr. Jann’s brother Ed and advised that he leave at once for Wisconsin, where “Bill” went for his health.
Mr. Jann is a member of the Elks, Moose and Eagles and his home is at 319 State street. He was a member of the C. E. Warner Co., wholesale fish dealers, in Philadelphia.
Death Notice: William F. Jann
Camden Post-Telegram —
JANN.—On June 29, 1912, at Sheboygan, Wis., William F. Jann, beloved husband of Chrissie I. Jann, in his 52nd year.
Relatives and friends, also Camden Lodge, No. 15, F. and A. M.; Camden Forest, No. 5, Tall Cedars of Lebanon; Camden Lodge, No. 293, B. P. of Elks; Camden Aerie, No. 65, F. O. E.; Camden Lodge, No. 111, L. O. of M., and Camden Owls and members of the Dock Street Fish Market, are invited to attend funeral services, on Thursday, July 4, at 2 o’clock, at his late residence, 319 State street, Camden, N. J. Interment, Harleigh Cemetery. Remains may be viewed Thursday evening, from 7 to 9 o’clock. (3)
Funeral of Jann Occurs Tomorrow
Camden Daily Courier —
Funeral services of William F. Jann, who died at Sheboygan, Wis., where he had gone to seek his lost health, will be held from his late residence, 319 State street, to-morrow afternoon. Interment will be made at Harleigh Cemetery.
Mr. Jann was one of the best known residents in the city, and was engaged as a commission merchant in Philadelphia. Failing in health several months ago he decided to rest at the above resort. He rapidly declined and death claimed him on Saturday.
The deceased was well-known in lodge circles, being a member of Camden Lodge, No. 15, F. and A. M.; Camden Forest, No. 5, Tall Cedars of Lebanon; Camden Lodge, No. 293, B. P. of Elks; Camden Aerie, No. 65, F. O. E.; Camden Lodge, No. 111, L. O. of M., and Camden Owls.
More Than 2000 Attend Moose Lodge of Sorrow
Philadelphia Inquirer —
Members of Camden Lodge of Moose yesterday paid tribute to their “departed brothers” in their annual lodge of sorrow. The exercises were held at the Broadway Theatre and were attended by the 2000 members and their friends. The decorations were beautiful and impressive.
Rev. Dr. John Handley, recently appointed to the pastorate of the Broadway M. E. Church, delivered the oration, while an address was given by former Common Pleas Court Judge Charles Van Dyke Joline. Other features of the program follow: Calling of the roll of the dead by Secretary William M. Callingham; selections by the Keystone Male Quartet; soprano solo, Miss Mary E. Swenk; duet, Charles Law and Harry S. Weidner, of Philadelphia Lodge; tenor solo, Joseph Mainwaring; soprano solo, Miss Mary E. Swenk; bass solo, Harry S. Weidner; closing ode by the audience. The music was furnished by the Third Regiment Orchestra, under the leadership of Brother Joseph Bossle.
There were twelve deaths last year, the “departed brothers” being William F. Jann, Alexander McCallum, Alexander Luker, Edward A. Schlereth, Clarence N. Davis, Frank X. Braun, Edward E. Jefferis, George Foley, George J. Klein, Thomas A. Leach, William B. Stetser and Christian G. Eppinger.