Dr. C. W. FROEDGE - 13 Nov 1865 - 7 Aug 1938
"Death of Dr. C. W. Froedge On Sunday.
"Death claimed one of Glasgow's most prominent and beloved citizens Sunday night around 10:30 o'clock with the passing of Dr. C. W. Froedge, at his home on Columbia Avenue of a heart attack. He had been complaining of not feeling very well for several days, but continued practicing his profession. He had just returned from calling on a patient when stricken Sunday night, and his sudden passing came as a shock to his many friends and acquaintances throughout Barren and adjoining counties.
"Dr. Froedge was one of the most widely known physicians in this section, having engaged in the practice of medicine in Glasgow for the past forty-five years. During this period he endeared himself to fellow citizens and was loved and respected by the entire community. Born and reared near Subtle, in Metcalfe county, he came to Glasgow and attended the Old Southern Normal School, later graduating from that institution when it was moved to Bowling Green.
"After graduating from the Normal School he was engaged as teacher in the rural schools of Barren county for six years and then entered the University of Louisville where he received his degree in medicine. In addiition to the practice of his profession he had been active in the civic, religious and political circles of this county the pst forty-five years. He was a devout member of the Beech Grove Baptist Church and of the Modern Woodmen of American Lodge. In politics, he was an ardent Republican, but in spite of his deep interest in his party, he was one not to let this interfere with personal friendship.
"Dr. Froedge was appreciated by all who knew him for his genuiness, his straightfoward and honest methods of dealing with all he came in contact with. He was the soul of honor; his word and judgment coul be relied on.
"Hundreds of citizens in Barren and adjoining counties are indebted to him for the many kindnesses and favors he granted during his life time. He was one of the finest men, one of the truest friends God ever created. He was a positive character, yet he respected the views of others; he was outspoken, quick to take a stand, but never crossed or argued with the other fellow.
"He valued his friends in every walk of life and there was no one who ever went to him with their troubles but what he was willing to lend a helping hand, if in his power. Dr. Froedge's influence was for the good and few men ever lived in Barren county who were held in higher esteem. His willingness to help, his continued interest in the betterment of the community always gained for him a good name and recognition as a community leader.
"Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Sallie Froedge; one daughter, Mrs. Max Painter, this city; five sons, Messrs Arlin Froedge, Indianapolis, Ind.; Flava Froedge and Everett Froedge, Eighty Eight; Orbin Froedge, Detroit, Mich., and Huey Froedge, this city; two sisters, Mrs. Flora Mosby, Subtle, and Mrs. Sudie Garmon, Breeding. He is also survived by two foster sons, Messrs Arthur Crompton, Summer Shade, and Ray Martin, this city.
"Dr. Froedge was born Nov. 13, 1865, at Subtle, in Metcalfe county. October 30, 1894, he was married to Miss Sallie Travis. Eight children were born to this union.
"Funeral services were conducted at the Beech Grove Baptist Church, near Eighty Eight Tuesday, at 1 .m. by Rev. J. H. Swann and F. W. Woodward. Burial was in the Refuge cemetery at Eighty-Eight. The pall-bearers were associated of Dr. Froedge in the medical profession and were as follows: Dr. C. C. Howard, Dr. Clifton Richards, Dr. E. L. Palmore, Dr. Paul S. York, Dr. C. G. Follis, Dr. Oren Beatty, Dr. A. T Botts and Dr. J. W. Acton."
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