Andrew Friend, aged 69 years and 16 days, died November 9th at

his home near Friendsville.  His death was a great shock to his

many relatives and friends at and near is late residence.  Mr.

Friend was a farmer and producer of coal.  He was exceedingly

happy and cheerful at all times, with a smile and kind word for

his acquaintances.  His wife died twelve years ago.  He is

survived by the following children: Mrs. W. H. Ferguson, Elder,

Md.; Philip Friend, who resides in Pennsylvania; Mr. Albert

Layman, Frostburg, Md.; Mrs. E. V. Showe, Oakland; Anna and Lulu,

who resided with their father.  Mr. Friend was a member of the M.

E. Church.

(dated Sept. 6, 1926)