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© Alex Tribune Alex, Grady Co., OK Friday, April 30, 1920 Dr Silas H. Burch September 21, 1853 ~ April 23, 1920 Dr. S. H. Burch, one of the pioneer doctors of Oklahoma passed away at his home in Alex, last Friday morning, April 23rd, 1920. He was born in the state of Alabama, September 21st, 1853, and was educated at Mobile. He graduated from a medical school at Nashville, Tenn. Coming to Indian Territory early in life he settled at Erin Springs where he practiced his profession and some time later moved to Alex. In 1889 when the country was opened for settlement he made the run and secured a claim 1 ½ miles from Norman. After proving up his claim he sold it and moved to Norman, where he was a leading physician for many years. He was united in marriage in 1892 to Miss Ella Davies, a sister of Mrs. W. V. Alexander, and with whom she made her home. To them were born two children, Mrs. Ruth Bailey of Blanchard and Bert of Norman, who with their mother mourn the loss of a kind husband and father. He was converted and united with the Christian church at Norman, in 1894. He was also a member of the M. W. A. and W. O. W. lodges. He was a gentleman of the old school, courteous and polite to all. A fine historian, he was an interesting entertainer and well informed on events of the day. Failing in health he was unable to stand the strain of heavy practice and moved to Bradley about two years ago, and a few months later came to Alex where he had since made his home. The funeral services were held at the residence Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. C. C. Williamson, pastor of the Methodist church and burial was made in the Morris cemetery. |
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