Rebecca Lang
F, #17401, b. before 1765, d. 1 February 1832
Biography
Rebecca Lang was born before 1765. She married
Peter Joseph Wendel, son of
Samuel Wendel and
Margaret Becker, on 26 June 1787 in Frederick Co., VA, Ceremony by Rev. Simon Hare (info from Handley Library, Winchester, VA.) Rebecca Lang died on 1 February 1832 in New Market, Shenandoah Co., VA.
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Eleanora List
F, #17402, b. September 1916
Parents
Biography
Eleanora List was born in September 1916.
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Amanda C. Herreid1
F, #17403, b. 24 April 1884, d. 29 January 1971
Parents
| Father | Jacob Herreid (b. 14 February 1848, d. 26 July 1905) |
| Mother | Olina (b. January 1853, d. 1936) |
Biography
Amanda C. Herreid was born on 24 April 1884 in Minnesota.
2 She married
Clarence William Semler, son of
Henry William Semler and
Effie Jane Gebhart, on 3 May 1908 in Williams Co., ND. Amanda C. Herreid died on 29 January 1971 in Bellingham, Whatcom Co., WA. She was buried in 1971 in Bayview Cemetery, Bellingham, Whatcom Co., WA, Findagrave #7824423.
Amanda C. Herreid lived on 16 June 1900 in Green Meadow Twp., Norman Co., MN.
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Citations
- [S5006] Green Meadow Twp., Dist. 0124, sheet 7B, Dwelling 116, Family 117, 1900 Federal Census, Norman County, Minnesota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T623, Roll 778; FHL #1240778.
- [S1703] Pherrin Twp., Dist. 39, sheet 2A, Dwelling 31, Family 31, 1930 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 1745; FHL #2341479.
Oscar Henry Semler
M, #17404, b. 16 September 1911, d. 31 October 2005
Parents
Family: Dorothy Lois Burley (b. 25 August 1917, d. 22 March 2010)
| Son | Edison Semler |
| Daughter | Jane Semler |
Biography
Oscar Henry Semler was born on 16 September 1911 in Williams Co. (probably), ND.
1 He married
Dorothy Lois Burley in December 1947 in Whatcom Co., WA, Dorothy was first married to Vernon Leroy McIvor (1913 - 1946), and had children Leroy, George, and David by April 1940. He died on 31 October 2005 in Milton, Pierce Co., WA.
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Citations
- [S1703] Pherrin Twp., Dist. 39, sheet 2A, Dwelling 31, Family 31, 1930 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 1745; FHL #2341479.
Mabel Louise Semler
F, #17405, b. 16 March 1908, d. June 1985
Parents
Biography
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Citations
- [S1703] Pherrin Twp., Dist. 39, sheet 2A, Dwelling 31, Family 31, 1930 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 1745; FHL #2341479.
Ella Marie Semler
F, #17406, b. 12 April 1915, d. 8 October 2000
Parents
Biography
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Citations
- [S1703] Pherrin Twp., Dist. 39, sheet 2A, Dwelling 31, Family 31, 1930 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 1745; FHL #2341479.
Dorothy Lois Burley
F, #17407, b. 25 August 1917, d. 22 March 2010
Family: Oscar Henry Semler (b. 16 September 1911, d. 31 October 2005)
| Son | Edison Semler |
| Daughter | Jane Semler |
Biography
Dorothy Lois Burley was born on 25 August 1917 in Wallace, Shoshone Co., ID. She married
Oscar Henry Semler, son of
Clarence William Semler and
Amanda C. Herreid, in December 1947 in Whatcom Co., WA, Dorothy was first married to Vernon Leroy McIvor (1913 - 1946), and had children Leroy, George, and David by April 1940. Dorothy Lois Burley died on 22 March 2010 in Pierce Co., WA.
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John William Stewart, Sr.
M, #17408, b. 10 April 1905, d. 29 August 1962
Parents
Biography
John William Stewart, Sr., was born on 10 April 1905 in Decorah, Winneshiek Co., IA.
1,2 He married
Mabel Louise Semler, daughter of
Clarence William Semler and
Amanda C. Herreid, about 1929.
2 John William Stewart, Sr., died on 29 August 1962 in Williston, Williams Co., ND.
John William Stewart, Sr., was also known as William John Stewart. He lived on 9 April 1940 in 815 West Broadway, Williston, Williams Co., ND.
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Citations
- [S5008] Glenwood Twp., Dist. 0155, sheet 5A, Dwelling 66, Family 66, 1910 Federal Census, Winneshiek County, Iowa. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T624, Roll 428; FHL #1374441.
- [S1703] Pherrin Twp., Dist. 39, sheet 2A, Dwelling 31, Family 31, 1930 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T626, Roll 1745; FHL #2341479.
- [S5007] Williston, ED 53-67B, sheet 6B, Household 120, 1940 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3018.
William Elbert Stewart
M, #17409, b. 1 January 1931, d. 6 August 2001
Parents
Biography
William Elbert Stewart was born on 1 January 1931 in Spring Brook, Williams Co., ND.
1 He married Sheila in Rockingham Co., NC. He died on 6 August 2001 in Colorado Springs, El Paso Co., CO. He was buried in August 2001 in Riverview Cemetery, Williston, Williams Co., ND.
William Elbert Stewart was also known as "Bill" Stewart. He began military service Korean and Vietnam War service, U.S. Air Force, TSgt.
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Citations
- [S5007] Williston, ED 53-67B, sheet 6B, Household 120, 1940 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3018.
Donald E. Stewart
M, #17410, b. 31 March 1939, d. 24 October 2017
Parents
Family: Elizabeth Fenster
| Daughter | Dawn Renee Stewart+ |
| Son | Mark Alan Stewart+ |
| Son | Scott R. Stewart+ |
Biography
Donald E. Stewart was born on 31 March 1939 in Williston, Williams Co., ND.
1 He married Elizabeth Fenster on 18 August 1962 in Williams Co., ND. He died on 24 October 2017 in Williston, Williams Co., ND,
Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):
Donald Stewart, 78, of Williston, passed away at his home, under the care of hospice, on Tuesday morning, October 24, 2017.
Donald was born in Williston on March 31, 1939 to Bill and Mable (Semler) Stewart. He graduated from Williston High School in 1958, then joined the U.S. Navy.
In 1962 he married Elizabeth (Liz) Fenster and to this union three children were born.
While in the Navy he went to nuclear power school and was stationed on the USS Enterprise and the Bainbridge; he travelled to many countries and saw the world. He also spent time as a Navy recruiter in Minot before his honorable discharge.
After the Navy he joined the National Guard and went back to school at Williston State College where he obtained an Associates Degree in auto mechanics. He put this training to work for the remainder of his career working for Jerry Harmon Motors, Murphy Motors, OK Tire and the State Highway Department in Williston.
Donald was an avid hunter and fisherman and always had a good story to tell you. He could tell you about any sporting event going on whether it was local or professional. He attended many Coyote high school sporting events and supported the local Tetons. Even though his health required him to use oxygen, this did not prevent him from attending these events. Donald retired at the age of 62; this allowed him to spend time with his 6 grandchildren which he thought the world of. He was also blessed to have time with 8 great-grandchildren.
Donald is survived by his wife, Liz; daughter, Dawn Holte (Mark Bates) and her daughter Tiah Rigby;. sons, Mark (Patti) and their children Emily and Michelle; Scott and his children Tate (Kiana) Sorenson, Tylor Sorenson and Jordan Stewart; sister, Lois (John) Pearce; sisters-in-law, Mary Stewart, Marilyn Stewart and Sheila Stewart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Mabel; brothers, Bill, Larry and Roger (Peewee).
Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home.
He was buried in October 2017 in Riverview Cemetery, Williston, Williams Co., ND, Findagrave #184584122.
Donald E. Stewart began military service U.S. Navy service, USS Enterprise and USS Bainbridge. He lived in 2016 in Williston, Williams Co., ND.
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Citations
- [S5007] Williston, ED 53-67B, sheet 6B, Household 120, 1940 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3018.
Larry Semler Stewart
M, #17411, b. 6 June 1936, d. 6 August 2014
Parents
Family: Mary E. Holm
| Daughter | Mari Lynn Stewart+ |
| Son | Michael Larry Stewart+ |
| Daughter | Melissa Lea Stewart+ |
Biography
Larry Semler Stewart was born on 6 June 1936 in Williston, Williams Co., ND.
1 He married Mary E. Holm on 11 April 1968 in Pella Lutheran Church, Sidney, Richland Co., MT. He died on 6 August 2014 in Williston, Williams Co., ND. He was buried in August 2014 in Riverview Cemetery, Williston, Williams Co., ND, Findagrave #134052948.
Larry Semler Stewart began military service in 1956 U.S. Air Force service, Airman 1st Class, discharged 1960.
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Citations
- [S5007] Williston, ED 53-67B, sheet 6B, Household 120, 1940 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3018.
Roger Clarence Stewart
M, #17413, b. 22 June 1942, d. 15 July 2016
Parents
Family: Marilyn Margaret Baldner (b. 31 October 1943, d. 19 January 2018)
| Son | James Stewart |
| Son | Jon Edward Stewart |
| Daughter | Sara Lynn Stewart |
| Daughter | Lori Jean Stewart |
Biography
Roger Clarence Stewart was born on 22 June 1942 in Williston, Williams Co., ND. He married
Marilyn Margaret Baldner on 27 April 1963 in Mantador, Richland Co., ND. He died on 15 July 2016 in Tea, Lincoln Co., SD,
Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):
Roger Stewart, 74, died Friday, July 15, 2016 at his Tea home, from complications of renal failure.
Roger Clarence Stewart was born on June 22, 1942, in Williston, ND, the son of William J. and Mabel (Semler) Stewart. He grew up here and graduated from Williston High School in 1961. He then graduated from the North Dakota State School of Science, Whapeton with an electrician’s degree.
On April 27, 1963 he married Marilyn Baldner at Mantador, ND.
The couple lived in Bismarck for a year and a half before moving to Madison, MN, where they lived for next 20 years. From there they lived in Bedford, OH for five years, St. Paul for 13 years and retired to Tea, SD. They wintered in Apache Junction, AZ the las t six years.
Roger worked as an electrician for 25 years and as a teacher for 20 years, instructing at risk youth in the educational branch of home builders for the U.S. Job Corps. Roger belonged to the Catholic faith. While living in Madison, MN, Roger was a member of the Moose Lodge, Madison Clown Club, Madison Volunteer Fire Department, Madison Jaycee’s and a Boy Scout leader.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, golf and camp near the Missouri River..
Besides his parents, Roger was preceded in death by two brothers: Bill and Larry.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife of over 53 years, Marilyn. Tea; four children: Jim (Pam) Stewart, Hurley, SD, Jon (Sherri) Stewart, Cologne, MN, Sara (Lance) Jaeger, Norwood, MN and Lori (Michael) Zabak, Broadview Heights, OH; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; siblings: Don (Liz) Stewart and Lois (John) Pearcy both of Williston, ND as well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
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Mabel Kathinka Evenson
F, #17414, b. 16 July 1887, d. 9 July 1973
Parents
Biography
Mabel Kathinka Evenson was born on 16 July 1887 in Barton, Pierce Co., ND, or 1889 per 1900 census.
1 She married
Lewis Edward Semler, son of
Henry William Semler and
Effie Jane Gebhart, on 23 April 1911 in Williams Co., ND. Mabel Kathinka Evenson died on 9 July 1973 in Williston Twp., Williams Co., ND. She was cremated.
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Citations
- [S5012] Barton Twp., Dist. 0205, sheet 1A, Dwelling 7, Family 7, 1900 Federal Census, Pierce County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T623, Roll 1230; FHL #1241230.
Charles Edward Semler
M, #17415, b. 11 January 1912, d. 7 May 1980
Parents
Family: Helen Roberta Gheen (b. 14 February 1918, d. after 1993)
| Son | Dr. Charles Edward Semler, Jr.+ |
Biography
Charles Edward Semler was born on 11 January 1912 in Spring Brook, Williams Co., ND. He married
Helen Roberta Gheen, daughter of
Thomas Edward Gheen and
Hattie Mae Snyder, on 11 May 1940 in Greene Co., OH, Helen remarried to Robert B. Slauter on 1 NOV 1986, Clark County, Ohio, and that marriage was legally dissolved 27 SEP 1993 in Clinton County, Ohio. Charles Edward Semler died on 7 May 1980 in University Hospital, Columbus, Franklin Co., OH,
Obituary -- Dayton Daily News, Dayton, Ohio, Friday, 9 MAY 1980, p.38 (Newspapers.com):
SEMLER, Charles E. Sr., age 68 of 810 Xenia Avenue, Wilmington, O., passed away Wednesday at University Hospital, Columbus, O. Son of Louis Edward & Mabel Johnson Semler. Born Jan. 11, 1912 in Williamson (sic) Co., N. Dakota. Married May 11, 1940. A member of the Church of Christ (Christian), he was the owner & manager of the Semler Ice Cream Parlor, Wilmington, O. Survivors include his wife Helen R. (Gheen) Semler, 1 son Dr. Charles E. Semler Jr., Columbus, O., 2 grandsons, 2 brothers: Orland Semler of Fairborn, O. & Lawrence of Miles City, Montana, 2 sisters: Mrs. Evelyn Flagen (sic) of Kennewick, Washington & Mr.s Ethel Zigler (sic) of Cleveland. Service Saturday at 1:30pm at the Church of Christ (Christian), Rev. Arthur Merkle officiating. Burial in Medway Cemetery. Friends may call at the Fisher Funeral Home, Wilmington, O. Friday 2-4pm & 7-9pm and at the church Saturday from 12 noon until time of service. Contributions may be made to the Church of Christ (Christian) or the American Cancer Society.
He was buried in 1980 in Medway Cemetery, Medway, Clark Co., OH.
Charles Edward Semler lived in April 1980 in 810 Xenia Avenue, Wilmington, Clinton Co., OH. He was buried in May 1980 in Medway Cemetery, Medway, Clark Co., OH, Findagrave #100138673.
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Orland Richard Semler
M, #17416, b. 14 May 1914, d. 21 December 2003
Parents
Biography
Orland Richard Semler was born on 14 May 1914 in Spring Brook, Williams Co., ND. He married
Florence Luella Batdorf, daughter of
Victor Clyde Batdorf and
Clara May Stull, on 10 June 1941. Orland Richard Semler died on 21 December 2003 in Greene Co., OH,
Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):
Orland R. Semler, 89, of Beavercreek, formerly of Fairborn, passed away Saturday, Dec. 20, 2003.
Orland was born May 14, 1914, in Spring Brook, ND, the son of the late Lewis and Mabel Semler.
Orland served his country during WWII and was a member of the American Legion #526, Dignam Whitmore Post of Fairborn, the Byron Church, a distributor with Pet Milk Company of Coldwater, and a realtor in Greene County for 25 years.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Marilyn, infant son, Batdorf, and 3 brothers, Charles, Lawrence and Lyle Semler.
Survivors include his wife, Florence (Batdorf), of 62 years, daughter, Orlas (Gordon) Schwallie of Fairborn, two grandchildren, Brenda (Steven) Ring of Carmel, IN, and Stephen Schwallie of Racine, WI. Two great-grandchildren, Bennet and Nolan Ring.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2003, from the Byron Church, 3230 Trebein Road, Fairborn, with Rev. H. Wesley Barnhill officiating. Burial will follow in Medway Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to time of the service. Contributions may be made in Orland's memory to the Byron Church, or Trinity Community Home of Beavercreek. Arrangements entrusted to Belton Funeral Home of Fairborn.
He was buried in December 2003 in Medway Cemetery, Medway, Clark Co., OH, Findagrave #17610950.
Orland Richard Semler lived in 1990 in Fairborn, Greene Co., OH.
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Evelyn Jane Semler
F, #17417, b. 21 January 1917, d. 9 August 2013
Parents
Biography
Evelyn Jane Semler was born on 21 January 1917 in Spring Brook, Williams Co., ND. She married
Kenneth Raymond Flaten, son of
Christen Johan Flaten and
Agnetta Swenson, on 19 October 1941 in Yuma, Yuma Co., AZ. Evelyn Jane Semler died on 9 August 2013 in Kennewick, Benton Co., WA. She was buried in August 2013 in Desert Lawn Memorial Park, Kennewick, Benton Co., WA, Findagrave #115976365.
Evelyn Jane Semler lived in 1990 in Kennewick, Benton Co., WA.
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Lyle Jayson Semler
M, #17418, b. 3 March 1913, d. 23 October 1928
Parents
Biography
Lyle Jayson Semler was born on 3 March 1913 in Williams Co., SD.
1 He died on 23 October 1928 in Springbrook, Williams Co., ND,
aged 15 years, 7 months, 20 days, per St. James Lutheran church book record; Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Archives; Elk Grove Village, Illinois; Congregational Records.
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Citations
- [S5005] Springbrook, Dist. 245, sheet 6B, Dwelling 16, Family 16, 1920 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T625, Roll 1342; FHL #1821342.
Ethel Marie Semler
F, #17419, b. 27 December 1919, d. 9 November 2018
Parents
| Daughter | Cynthia J. Ziegler |
| Daughter | Patricia Ann Ziegler+ |
Biography
Ethel Marie Semler was born on 27 December 1919 in Williams Co., ND.
1 She married
Charles James Ziegler, Jr., son of
Charles James Ziegler and
Bertha W. Spahn, on 23 January 1943. Ethel Marie Semler died on 9 November 2018
Obituary -- (Findagrave.com):
Ethel M. "Ziggie" (nee Semler) Ziegler passed away peacefully November 9, 2018, at the age of 98. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Charles J. "Zig" Ziegler III, and son-in-law Gene F. Schwind. Ziggie is survived by her loving daughters Cynthia (Bruce) Ropers-Schwind-Neudecker and Patricia (Michael) Oster; her adored grandchildren Jennifer Oster and Michael (Wednesday) Oster Jr.; and step-grandchildren Michelle (Steven) Bosau, Kevin (Mandy) Neudecker, and Keith (Shannon) Neudecker; precious great - grandchildren Grayson and Delia Oster; step-great-grandchildren Andrew and Nathan Bosau, Callen and Mackenzie Neudecker. Family will receive friends for visitation at Heritage Congregational Church, 485 West Street, Berea, Ohio, on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 10 AM to be followed by her funeral service at 11 AM. A graveside service will follow immediately at Sunset Memorial Park, 6265 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, OH. In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to Heritage Congregational Church; or to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, 15500 S. Waterloo Road, Cleveland, OH 44110. dostalbokas.com
Published in The Plain Dealer from Nov. 10 to Nov. 14, 2018.
She was buried in November 2018 in Sunset Memorial Park, North Olmsted, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Findagrave #178786002.
Ethel Marie Semler was also known as "Ziggie" Semler.
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Citations
- [S5007] Pherrin Twp., ED 53-40, sheet 1A, Household 3, 1940 Federal Census, Williams County, North Dakota. Microfilm Image, NARA Series T627, Roll 3018.
Lawrence Henry Semler
M, #17420, b. 4 March 1926, d. 10 November 1990
Parents
Family: Edna DuPaul (b. 20 February 1922)
| Daughter | Linda Semler+ |
| Daughter | E. Jane Semler+ |
| Son | Joseph E. Semler |
| Son | Lauren Semler |
Biography
Lawrence Henry Semler was born on 4 March 1926 in Bellingham, Whatcom Co., WA. He married
Edna DuPaul on 4 October 1947. He married
Joyce Ruth Davis on 12 November 1974 in Miles City, Custer Co., MT. He died on 10 November 1990 in Nevis, Hubbard Co., MN.
Lawrence Henry Semler was graduated in 1944 in Fairborn High School, Fairborn, Greene Co., OH. He began military service WW II service, U.S. Army, Italy, discharged 1946. He lived in 1980 in Miles City, Custer Co., MT.
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Helen Roberta Gheen
F, #17421, b. 14 February 1918, d. after 1993
Parents
Biography
Helen Roberta Gheen was born on 14 February 1918. She married
Charles Edward Semler, son of
Lewis Edward Semler and
Mabel Kathinka Evenson, on 11 May 1940 in Greene Co., OH, Helen remarried to Robert B. Slauter on 1 NOV 1986, Clark County, Ohio, and that marriage was legally dissolved 27 SEP 1993 in Clinton County, Ohio. Helen Roberta Gheen died after 1993.
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Florence Luella Batdorf
F, #17423, b. 20 April 1914, d. 15 August 2007
Parents
Biography
Florence Luella Batdorf was born on 20 April 1914 in Mad River Twp., Clark Co., OH. She married
Orland Richard Semler, son of
Lewis Edward Semler and
Mabel Kathinka Evenson, on 10 June 1941. Florence Luella Batdorf died on 15 August 2007 in Fairborn, Greene Co., OH. She was buried in August 2007 in Medway Cemetery, Medway, Clark Co., OH, Findagrave #100102236.
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Marilyn Kay Semler
F, #17425, b. 2 April 1946, d. 2 July 1947
Parents
Biography
Marilyn Kay Semler was born on 2 April 1946. She died on 2 July 1947.
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{ Infant Son } Semler
M, #17426, b. 20 June 1949, d. 2 July 1949
Parents
Biography
{ Infant Son } Semler was born on 20 June 1949. He died on 2 July 1949.
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