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The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., January 5, 1934, page 1

JACK LASKA

Mr. Jack Laska was born in Germany in the year 1863, passed away December 31st, 1933.
He moved to Glenwood in the nineties and has lived there until he passed away. Funeral services were held in Glenwood, Wednesday, Jan. 4th. Rev. Alfred E. Derby officiating.

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., January 12, 1934, page 6
"Glenwood News"

GLENWOOD, Wash., Jan. 12 -- The funeral of Jack Lasky was held last Wednesday, which was conducted by Rev. Derby and Oscar Gardner of White Salmon. A large crowd of friends and neighbors attended, and he was laid to rest in the Mt. Adams Cemetery with floral offerings.

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., January 12, 1934, page 6

TRIBUTE TO A FRIEND

On December 31, 1933, with the passing of the old year there was taken from our midst a life-torn soldier, an honored friend and a beloved neighbor, Jack Paul Lasky, exemplifying the true ambitious nature, left his home across the seas to better himself in the United States of America. He became a citizen, a student, and a progressive thinker in our American life -- an achievement that many would be proud of.
After leaving Wisconsin, Mr. Lasky made the Western states his home, where the coal mining industry attracted him.He spent most of his time in the state of Washington and worked in many of the best mining towns on the coast.
In 1910, "Jack", as his many close friends knew him, moved to Glenwood. He shall always be admired for his rugged constitution, his great stamina, and his honest and ambitious character. He sets a lasting example of what one can do under bitterly adverse conditions, a lesson which should leave its indelible imprint on many lives. In passing, Mr. lasky was mourned not only as a true friend, but a deeply as one's own kin. At his burial he was paid the most fitting and highest tribute in a few words, "He was loved by all."

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., January 4, 1934, page 1
"Glenwood"

Jack Laskey passed away about midnight, December 31st, and will be buried on January 3rd. He has been very ill for some time and suffered a great deal, but was always cheerful. He has made many friends who will miss him.