1905 Obituary:2337, As his authority, Schillings cites the Democratic Watchman, Centre County, Pennsylvania, 21 August 1905. Charles Stem an aged and well known citizen of Harris Township died at his home near Linden Hall, on Tuesday morning. He was born in Northumberland, 86 years ago but came to Centre County, when only a boy and settled in Harris township. There for years he prospered as a farmer and only retired when he was no longer able to work. He was a member of the Reformed church of Boalsburg. Politically he was an earnest advocate of the Democratic party and was always loyal to its principles. He was a good citizen and a kind husband and father. He was twice married and is survived by his second wife who was Miss Campbell. Of his first children four sons are living, Charles Stem, of Altoona, and William Stem of Mackeyville, who were children of his first marriage, and Clarence and Clyde of the second marriage. Funeral services were held on Thursday morning and interment was made at Tusseyville.