Yates, Sam

Sam Yates


  • Born March 21, 1855.

  • Died February 27, 1890 in Fillmore County, Nebraska at the age of 34 of consumption.

  • Married to Estella Taylor who died seven months later.

  • Parents of three children: Mabel, Roy, and Eva. The two daughters also died a month later, leaving Roy an orphan. He was raised by an aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hughey.

  • In 1882, ran a flour and feed business at 128 So. 8th.

  • In 1883, ran a flour and feed business at 1120 G.