JOHN G. ROBERTS. SLATINGTON, LEHIGH, PENNSYLVANIA.
John G. Roberts, retired slate operator, formerly of Slatington, died on Sunday morning, at 3.35 o'clock, at the home of his son John Roberts, 142 South Street, Mauch Chunk, aged 65 years.Mr. Roberts was born in Wales and came to this country at an early age. He settled in Slatington and lived there until two years ago when he retired from business and made his home with his son in Mauch Chunk. He was engaged in the slate operating business for many years and was widely known.
His wife died about fout years ago.
Besides his son with whom he lived, he is survived by anothe rson, Matthew Roberts of Slatington.
The funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Welsh Congregational church, Slatington, and internment at Fairview cemetery, that town. Rev. Hughes will have charge of the services.