EVENING CAPITAL COLLECTION (Obituary) “George Jewell, 73, Claimed By Death,” 24 July 1930, MdHR M214-02 [MSA SC 2750]
George Jewell, 73, Claimed By Death
Well-Known Contractor Succumbs at Hospital—Injured Two Weeks Ago.
George Jewell, 73 years old, well known contractor for masonry, of Annapolis, died at the Emergency Hospital yesterday from complication s that developed from an accident which he suffered two weeks ago when he fell down a latter, fracturing three ribs and his collarbone.
Mr. Jewell for many years was a leading contractor and master builder and was engaged on such important projects as Bancroft Hall and other structures of the new Naval Academy more than a quarter century ago. He also had a part in erecting most of the large buildings in Annapolis and vicinity including the annex to the State House. He was also a successful road builder and held many contracts under State supervision during his time.
For many years Mr. Jewell was an active member of the Annapolis Lodge of Odd Fellows, and he also was a charter member of the local Lodge of Elks.
Mr. Jewell was twice married and is survived by his second wife, formerly Mrs. Arabella DeLeon, of Annapolis. His first wife, who died a number of years ago, was Miss Jane Cadell. He is also survived by three brothers, all of whom reside in Annapolis. They are Edward Jewell, Frank Jewell, and Augustus Jewell, and two sisters, Mrs. James Small of Annapolis and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Loose, of Baltimore. Thomas Cadell is a stepson, and there are six grandchildren as follows: William Gilbert, Frank and Charles Cadell, Mrs. Catherine Wirth and Jeanette Cadell.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral which will be held from the later residence in Cedar Park at 3:30 P.M. Saturday. The serviced will be conducted by the Rev. Robert W. H. Weech, pastor of the Calvary M. E. Church, and Rev. Charles R. Curtis, pastor of Trinity M. E. Church, South. Funeral Director John M. Taylor is charged with arrangements. Burial will be in Cedar Bluff Cemetery.
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