The funeral of Mrs. West's illness and death, that two weeks ago last Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Duffy and daughter, popular wife of well-known pioneer, lost her fight against pneumonia. Both families were stricken immediately afterward and Mr. West and Mr. and Mrs. Duffy's daughter, although quite sick at first, recovered. Mr. Duffy died a week ago and Mrs. West died Monday evening. It was reported that Mrs. Duffy had died, Monday evening but Tuesday forenoon she was reported to be much improved and, although not out of danger, strong hopes of her recovery are held out. Mrs. West was a woman of estimable character and disposition and everyone who knew her was her friend. Quiet and unassuming, she did not go into society much, but she made and retained friends among all with whom she became acquainted. Her death, following that of Professor Rich, has added much to the deep gloom that has overspread Moscow. Mrs. West's Funeral Tomorrow. The funeral of Mrs. R. C. West will be held from the family home at 2 o'clock tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon. Mrs. Buchanan is Dead. 