Sterling Standard
April 6, 1900
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WAS FOUND DEAD IN A BARN

The Mysterious Death of John Callahan Formerly of Deer Grove
Word was received at Deer Grove Thursday of the mysterious death of John Callahan who formerly resided at that place. He was found dead ina barn at an early hour at his home near Garfield, Ill. No particulars were given. The deceased was a married man and leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death.

STERLING STANDARD
April 10, 1900
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DEER GROVE MAN SUICIDES
John Callahan, Formerly of That Place, Kills Himself at Streater
John Callahan of Streater shot and killed himself Thursday night. The funeral was held in Dixon Saturday. Mr. Callahan wa well known here having resided all his life util a few months ago at Deer Grove. He leaves besides his wife and five children, one sister, Mrs. Daniel K**t of this city. He was also related to Mrs. John Dundon of this city. No cause can be assigned for his rash deed. He was seemingly cheerful all day Thursday and was seemingly in good health.