REEL #I664/KSHS Microfilm Collection
The Isabel Herald was a weekly newspaper, published in Isabel on Fridays beginning early in 1905.. At the time this reel begins, Friday, February 10, W.H. Holmes was publisher. Most of the coverage was of Isabel’s families and activities, but there are occasional news items from other nearby townships. This reel continues through October 6, 1906. The information has been copied as accurately as possible, but errors may still occur. Minor printing errors have been corrected, but otherwise the information is presented as it originally appeared. Please consult the individual reels to verify an item. I do not have any further information about these individuals or families. Contributed by Ellen Knowles Bisson
Feb 24, 1905, pg 1, col 4
Died: Mrs. Elizabeth Scherer, one of the county’s most respected citizens and beloved by all who
knew her, died Friday evening at Topeka aged 80 years. Mrs. Scherer was born December 31, 1824,
in Indiana, and moved to Illinois ag the age of 13 years. She was married to Ralph Scherer April 27,
1843, and on April 27, 1893, they celebrated their golden wedding on their farm eight miles
southeast of Chapman, theirs being the first house built on the prairie. She leaves two sons, George
and Charlie, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her husband died about seven years
ago. Mrs. Scherer joined the Lutheran church at the age of 14 years, lived an exemplary Christian
life and died strong in the faith of a life beyond. The bereaved ones have the heartfelt sympathy of
their friends who have known and loved this good woman. Funeral services took place at the
Lutheran church last Sunday morning, Rev. Hall officiating. Burial in the Hiawatha cemetery.
(Chapman Lookout) This lady was an aunt of our well known and respected citizens, Uncle Jake and
S.R. Blackwelder.
Mar 10, 1905
pg 1, col 1
Born: To Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Collins on Friday morning, March 3rd a son. Kirk is the happiest man
in Isabel with his young heavyweight horseshoer partner. He probably won’t put him to work right
away, but the young gentleman will be in line in time.
pg 9, col 4
Died: Mrs. Johnston Simmons died at her home six miles southeast of Isabel Tuesday morning,
March 7th, at 8 o’clock, of cardiac dropsy. Burial Wednesday at 10 o’clock in Nashville cemetery.
Mrs. Simmons was forty-eight years old and beside her husband leaves four children to mourn her
loss.
Mar 24, 1905, pg 12, col 1
Married: Harry Jordan was married Wednesday to Miss Edith Jones at Spivey. They are expected
home Thursday. And also: Mar 31, 1904, pg 12, col 1 - Married: Miss Edythe Jones of Spivey and
Mr. Harry Jordan of Sawyer were married Wednesday evening, March 22nd, at Spivey, Kansas, in
the presence of a few immediate friends. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan came to Sawyer Thursday and that
evening attended a reception given them by Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Jordan. They are keeping house in
the M.L. Fuller property. [Sawyer news]
pg 12, col 2
Birthday: A party of young folks gathered at the home of Charlie Bird to surprise him on his
seventeenth birthday Friday [Mar 24] of last week and those present report an enjoyable time.
Apr 7, 1905
pg 1, col 3
Born: Clyde Graves was the happiest man in Isabel Saturday. The joy was over the advent of an
eight pound girl that arrived Friday evening [Mar 31]. Dr. Nossaman attended and mother and child
are reported as doing nicely.
pg 9, col 3
Married: John Spriggs returned last Saturday from one of his eastern trips accompanied by a fair and
worthy bride. Mrs. Spriggs was welcomed into the neighborhood by a “linen shower” Tuesday
evening. Each one present seemed to think only of the esthetic side of life and have but one object
in view which was to enjoy and help others enjoy themselves. All report an excellent time and wish
- especially the writer - for many such times in the future. The presents, too numerous to mention,
were of the nature to show good wishes and good will. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Walter
Bentley, Frank Lucas and family, Mr. and Mrs. George Louthan, Ed Louthan and family, Steve
Bruner and family, Grandma Louthan, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hadicka, Mrs. Karnohan, Mrs. Mattie
Thornton and children of Isabel, Mr Perry and family, Wm. and Mary Karnohan, Sam Louthan, Sam
Ruggles, George Orniston, John McClellan and others, a few with whom we are not acquainted. The
Herald and its readers congratulate the exceptionally fortunate Mr. Spriggs and wish him well. May
the newly made couple live a long, happy and prosperous life. [Nashville news]
Apr 14, 1905, pg 12, col 1
Married: Miss Olga Davis from southwest of town was married last week to Mr. Will Heflin. They
are at home in Belvidere, Kansas. [Sawyer news]
Apr 28, 1905
pg 9, col 3
Married: “Wedding Bells” - One of the most pleasant weddings that has taken place in this section
occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. S.E. Dodd last Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock when their
accomplished daughter was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr. Ed Keller. The ceremony
being performed by the Rev. J.R. Millsap in his most happy manner. These young people are too
well known to need introduction. They are among the brightest and best that Kansas can boast and
that prosperity, happiness and joy be their future lot is the wish of all. The bride was arrayed in a
white silk gown, ornamented with orange blossoms and presented a most handsome picture. The
dress was the handiwork of Miss Mary Buckles of Isabel and was of a style and fit that made the
charming lady look her best. The groom wore the conventional black and the happy couple,
surrounded by a host of loving and well wishing friends embarked on the broad sea of a happy and
prosperous life. And also @ pg 12, col 2 - We have a wedding to report for our neighborhood at last.
It is Miss Alice Dodd and Ed Keller. They were married at the bride’s residence Wednesday evening
after which the “boys” visited them. We wish the young couple all happiness and success during
their wedding life. [Sand Creek news]
May 12, 1905, pg 9
Died: Henry Briggs, 76 years old, and for a number of years the postmaster of our town, died
Monday at 3:50 p.m. Mr. Briggs was a man who was thoroughly identified with Isabel and her
interests, took a keen interest in the affairs of the community and was well liked by all. Henry Briggs
was born December 18, 1829, and came to Kansas in 1881. He engaged in the cattle industry and
was successful. He located in Isabel some eight years ago, farmed, served as postmaster and at the
time of death conducted a fruit and confectionary store. “Uncle” Henry, as he was universally called,
was a man of keen intelligence, fair and upright in his dealings and one whose word was equivalent
to a bond. He has solved the great problem of life, gone to that strange undiscovered country, only
arrayed in those robes that a life fraught with experience on the frontier gives a man, an inflexible
desire to do right and see right done. Bro. Wrentmore, the evangelist, preached a fitting tribute to
a man, made in His image, and with the weeping of the skies Henry Briggs was laid to rest. Uncle
Henry leaves two daughters, Mrs. Jerome Bliss of Malone, New York, and Mrs. G.E. Sorrell of Paul
Valley, Indian Territory. The funeral was well attended, the burial being conducted by many who
were sincere mourners of a life that had fought the battle boldly, fearlessly and manfully, but found
in death a triumph. He was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon in the cemetery of Isabel mid the kind
thoughts of all who knew him.
May 19, 1904
pg 1, col 2
Died: The sixteen year old son of W.R. Clark of Sawyer died Sunday night of spinal meningitis.
He was an exceedingly promising young man, one in whom all who knew him took pride.
pg 1, col 4
Anniversary: “Cotton Wedding” - Wednesday, May 10, being the first anniversary of Mr. and Mrs.
Harvey E. Dunham, they invited a number of their many friends in to spend the evening, but on
account of bad weather only about thirty had the pleasure of the evening. The amusement of the
evening was social games and fine music furnished by Walter Murray’s graphophone which was
appreciated by all. A fine supper was served with everything good to eat, also ice cream. They were
remembered by a lot of nice and valuable presents: Ma Dunham, pair of linen towels; Mr. and Mrs.
John Dunham, fine bedspread; Mr. and Mrs. Mart Roessler, pair of towels; Mr. and Mrs. John
Harper, cut-fringed bedspread; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Murray, linen tablecloth; Mr. and Mrs. C.
Campbell, pair of linen towels; Mr. and Mrs. James Murray, nice handkerchief and lace collar; John
Ballard, dozen linen table napkins; Mrs. Emerichs, sofa pillow; Mr. and Mrs. James Gardner, pair
of linen towels; Miss Allie Twyman, linen dresser scarf; Mr. and Mrs. R. Hunt, sofa pillow. Miss
Mary Anderson and Miss Amber Hunt, door ushers.
Jun 23, 1905
pg 9, col 3
Died: It is our sad duty to report the death of Sydney Eden, the son of our neighbor, J.J. Eden.
Monday morning at 9 o’clock, he was subjected to an operation for appendicitis but as his was an
aggravated case and had been delayed, it proved unsuccessful. The remains were laid to rest in the
Elmwood cemetery Tuesday afternoon. The funeral sermon will be preached the morning of the first
Sunday in July at 11:00 a.m. We extend our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. [Sand Creek
news]
pg 12, col 2
Born: Jim Bird and wife are the happy parents of a big baby girl. [Franklin news] And also: Jun 30,
@ pg 1, col 4 - Mr. and Mrs. James Bird rejoice in the advent of a nice little girl “Bird” that has
come to their home to stay. The little one was born on the 21st [of June].
Jun 30, 1905, pg 12, col 1
Married: Mr. C.H. Reynolds of Arlington and Mrs. Mary Hite of Prairie Center were united in
marriage last Wednesday, June 21st, by the probate judge of Pratt. Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds will soon
make their home at Arlington.
Jul 7, 1905, pg 1, col 3
Birthday: Miss Ivy Dye was presented with a handsome gold watch last week by her parents. The
gift was in remembrance of the little lady’s fourteenth birthday.
Jul 28, 1904, pg 12, col 1
Died: Mrs. Mary J. Clark, who has not been in good health for some time, died at the home of her
son, W.E. Clark, here Sunday. A.R. Clark and W.E. Clark left Tuesday with the body of their
mother for Fairfield, Iowa, that they might lay the body away beside that of their father who died
there several years ago...Mr. and Mrs. A.R. Clark and family came out from Wichita Monday on
account of the death of Mr. Clark’s mother...Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Bucklin were down from Cairo to
attend the funeral of Mrs. Clark. [Sawyer news]
Aug 4, 1904
pg 1, col 4
Birthday: George Sellers was 43 years old Tuesday and about fifty of his friends and neighbors made
him a visit on that date loaded down with ice cream and cakes. George was somewhat surprised we
are told but not more so than were some of the guests at George’s capacity for cream. One of those
present intimated that he host got away with forty-three dishes.
pg 12, col 1
Born: Mr. and Mrs. Len Readshaw have a fine baby girl. [Prairie Center news]
Aug 11, 1905
pg 1, col 3
Born: Ed Boots is doing all kinds of business. In fact, he is a busy man. He buys every load of grain
he can get his hands on, sells coal, is vice president of our bank and last Saturday morning took a
girl to raise. The little visitor weighed seven pounds and is undoubtedly the best Boots in town.
Wheat took an upward trend the day of the young lady’s arrival and all Mr. and Mrs. Boots’ friends
extend their congratulations over the safe arrival of this little treasure.
pg 1, col 4
Died: Vera, little 5-year-old daughter of I.M. Mathis, formerly of Isabel, but now living in Wichita,
died Thursday morning at 12:45. A telegram was received by Lester White too late for him to leave
today for the funeral.
Aug 18, 1905, pg 1, col 3
Born: Joe Brubaker is the happiest man in two counties. It’s a girl and Joe says it’s the best ever.
Dr. Nossaman says the little lady will weight seven pounds and is as sprightly a little girl as ever
graced Pratt county.
Aug 25, 1906, pg 1, col 1
Birthday: Emma Raleigh celebrated her fourteenth birthday Monday by having a number of her little
friends out to their home. They all say they had just a splendid time.
Sep 1, 1905
pg 1, col 1
Born: Chas. A. Thornton has added another treasure to his brood. The little girl came to light
Friday morning and her name is Hattie. Mother and child are both doing nicely and Brother Charlie
is receiving the congratulations of all.
pg 4, col 2
Married: At 8 o’clock Wednesday evening, Elder Chas. A. Thornton pronounced the words that
bound together two of the bright young people of our community as man and wife. John H.
Dunham and Allie M. Twyman were married at the bride’s home in the presence of fifty guests and
with the congratulations of hundreds of others. Both of these young folks are exceedingly popular
and at this, the starting point, have the good will of a circle of friends of which they may well feel
proud. A splendid repast was provided for the assembled guests and we print below a partial list of
the many handsome presents sent to this worthy couple: Clara Roessler, parlor lamp; Grace and
Chester Groves, pitcher and bowl; Sam Roessler and wife, set of dishes; H.E. Dunham, table spread;
Vergil Twyman, tea set and cups and saucers; Mart Roessler and wife, table cloth; Mr. and Mrs.
White, napkins; Milford Dewesse, water set; Mr. and Mrs. Cornecel, cake stand; George Barnett and
Heath Bolin, water set and cake stand and also table linen; George Twyman, water pitcher and cake
plate; Grandma Dunham, cracker stand; George Barnett, pepper and salt; John Hasting, pickle dish;
Mr. and Mrs. Manty, water and cream pitchers, salad dish; Mr. and Mrs. John E. Dunham, linen
towels; Charlie Eckert, salad dish; Willis Hart and wife, sugar bowl.
Sep 8, 1905, pg 1, col 1 [date of issue in question; check original issue for verification]
Born: The coming of the stork is an event in life’s journey fraught with anxiety. A lovely little girl
came Sunday morning to the home of O.A. Harper; it weighed 10 pounds. This popular couple are
receiving the congratulations of a host of friends.
Sep 15, 1905, pg 1, col 4
Married: At the home of her parents in Witt, Illinois, Grace Ellliott Blackwelder will be married to
Edward R. Dixon on Wednesday evening, September 20. Miss Grace is a niece of Uncle Jake
Blackwelder and visited her last spring. The Herald and its readers wish for this young couple all
prosperity in their new life.
Sep 22, 1905
pg 1, col 1
Born: C.B. Meader is the happy father of a nine pound girl. The girls of Kansas are its price and
Mr. and Mrs. Meador [sic] are Rooseveltian enough to keep Kansas and Kansans in the front. The
Herald wishes them every happiness in the advent of the little Meader. Also on pg 12, col 1 - The
stork visited Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Meador last week and left a fine girl. [Sand Creek news]
pg 1, col 1
Born: An event in the annals of the Crook family was the arrival last Friday morning at their home
of a fine ten pound boy. What we hear of this youngster is that its peer never came to Isabel. The
mother is recovering nicely and papa Lou is the happiest mortal in town. Louis Dale is the
cognomen of this young sprig and both Grandpa and Grandma Silver think it a treasure as do we all.
pg 10, col 1
Born: Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Miller are the parents of a new boy. [Sawyer news]
Sep 29, 1905
pg 12, col 1
Born: John Filbrun was seen with a broad smile on his face. No wonder. Ell Armstrong talks of
calling their boy John and D.T. Murray’s named their boy John. It’s enough to make John smile.
John Bolt was seen smiling clear across his face and John Riffey couldn’t keep from laughing.
[Hardscrabble news]
Oct 6, 1905
pg 1, col 1
Born: The flower of the family is a rose in the home of Warren Rose, the little bud blossomed last
Saturday morning and is a fine little girl. All our people congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Rose over the
addition to their bouquet.
pg 1, col 4
Married: Jim, you all know Jim, he is head factotum at Bennett Bros. emporium. Jim heard we were
to have an entertainment in town Tuesday night and, well, Jim got up one of his own. We’ve not
asked Jim when he got the license and between you and us, Jim ain’t going to tell. But it’s a sure
thing that the Rev. Scott of Sawyer just said those words that made James Hayes and Effie Keller
the whole and indissoluble works. We don’t know Effie, but we got a pretty good idea of Jim - and
we ain’t telling anything out of school when we say that Effie got as good a boy as walks - and
thinking as we do of Jim, we’re willing to bet that James Hays [sic] got the best of the bargain.
Anyway the Herald and ninety-nine out of each hundred of its readers are wishing these young folks
nothing but sunshine, joy and prosperity and that they make hay while the sun shines. See also: Oct
12, 1906 for birth of a daughter to this couple.
pg 1, col 4
Died: Alice Estella Waller, only daughter of Col. and Grandma Dye departed this life in Kansas City
early Tuesday morning and was buried here Wednesday, Oct. 4th. Elder Chas. A. Thornton
officiating. Mrs. Waller was raised in Isabel and was thoroughly identified with the town. She was
married to Clay Waller in 1886 and leaves two bright and intelligent boys to bear her name, Clyde
19 years old and Fred 15. The funeral was largely attended by many a sincere mourner, testifying
to the high regard in which the deceased’s kindness of heart and open handed charity was regarded.
To the old Colonel and his loved wife, as well as to her brothers and children, the sympathy of the
whole town was extended, their grief was the sorrow of all, and to them that live is extended a
sympathy, a love and neighborly affection that we trust will give relief to hearts full of sorrow.
Oct 13, 1905, pg 1, col 3
Born: Proud and happy mean a good deal when properly interpreted, but they are meaningless when
it comes to telling how Thomas P. Knight feels in regard to that pretty little seven pound daughter
that came to his home Sunday morning. The whole community feel like congratulating Mr. and Mrs.
Knight on this timely visit of the stork. May all the joy that comes with maternity and paternity be
theirs and may this little Knight blossom as the day into a womanhood and happiness for all who
love and like her parents. Dr. Nossaman attended the accouchement and with his uniform success
in obstetrics added to his growing reputation as a baby doctor. [Last line illegible.]
Oct 20, 1905
pg 1, col 1
Born: Mrs. Thomas Lockwood gave birth to twins at Pana, but they will have separate birthdays.
One is a boy, born at 11:45 p.m., October 2d, and the other a girl born at 12:15 a.m., October 3rd.
pg 1, col 4
Died: Josephine Arvidson was born in Sweden February 2, 1842, and died at Wichita October 17,
1905, aged 68 years, 8 months and 13 days. She was married to Peter Arvidson in 1865 and to this
union our well known friend, Frank W. Arvidson, was born and is left to mourn with his father the
loss of a kind and loving mother and wife. Rev. Scott preached an appropriate sermon at church
Wednesday afternoon and amid the sorrowing of many and sympathy of all, her remains were laid
to rest in the Bethel cemetery. And: Card of Thanks signed by Peter Arvidson and F.W. Arvidson.
Oct 27, 1905, pg 1, col 4
Died: Samuel P. Roots was born January 22nd, 1847, in Erie county, Pennsylvania, died October 21st,
1905 at his home near Sawyer. He was married to Phebe Pierce December 24th, 1867, at Gardner,
Illinois. To this union seven children were born. He served two years in the Union army. He joined
the Christian church in 1866 and on moving west he joined the M.E. church of which he has always
remained a member. He was also a member of the Modern Woodmen of America. The funeral
services were jointly conducted by Rev. J.R. Millsap and the Woodmen Lodge of Sawyer. Brother
Roots leaves a refined family of which he was proud; he dearly loved them and lived for them; they
must weep through this night of sorrow, he has reached his morning of destiny. Life is a pilgrimage
between two eternities, sunshine and shade are scattered on the way, love laughs in the sunlight of
life and weeps in the shadows of death. In life we have asked and questioned about the future; we
have heard footfalls we could not follow and have heard the rustle of garments we could not trace,
but we know that He that made all will do right. The time will come to all the good when the
morning will kiss the night goodbye and they shall commence their solemn pilgrimage toward the
great white throne, for there is no night there and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. Signed: J.R.
MILLSAP.
Nov 3, 1905, pg 8, col 3.
Born: Mr. and Mrs. Sewel Hamilton of Lawndale had a big boy come to their house Sunday, 10 lbs.
Babe and mother are doing well and Sewel is the happiest man in town.
Nov 24, 1905
pg 1, col 4
Died: Samuel Stewart, one of the prominent citizens of Barber county and a gentleman of wide
spread acquaintance met death by drowning last week Thursday. Mr. Stewart was one of the
foremost promoters of Barber county interests and was an unwearied worker for the greatest good
of his community. His untimely death is deplored by a wide circle of admiring friends and the
immediate family of the deceased have the sympathy and heartfelt sorrow of a world of friends.
pg 12, col 1
Born: Arrived at the home of W.F. Gillett Sunday, a fine girl. She expects to make her residence
permanent there. [Sand Creek news]
Dec 1, 1905
pg 1, col 4
Born: To Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Coss, on Wednesday, November 29th, a son. The little fellow came
near being a Thanksgiving bird, but we believe that Tom and his estimable lady are as thankful for
the safe arrival of the little one as if it came a day later. Dr. Bucklin of Sawyer was the attending
physician.
pg 12, col 2
Born: John Eccle celebrated Thanksgiving at his home on the safe arrival of a brand new baby. Dr.
Bucklin came over from Sawyer to attend the case.
Jan 5, 1906
pg 1, col 2
Died: “Andrew Roessler Dead” - Monday night at a little after nine o’clock, on the first day of the
new year, the life of this pioneer of Barber county was extinguished and a mind full to the brim of
the possibilities beyond had solved the problem of life and its future. A man of rugged character,
a mind of rare natural ability had gone to the destiny that awaits us hence. Honest as the sun, firm
in truth and grounded in a faith in the golden rule, he lived and died with love for humanity and in
the hope of a civilization that would make the whole world better. Mr. Roessler was one of God’s
noblemen and had his lot been case under different environments would have left a name national
in prominence but not one whit more grand than it is to the little band of friends who loved him for
his worth. Andrew Roessler was born at Fairfield, Ohio, about 72 years ago. He immigrated to
Shelbyville, Illinois in the 50s and married a Miss Stump by whom he had six children, two of
whom, Fred of Louisiana and Mrs. Maria Winter of Columbus, Kansas, still survive. He married
a second time to Miss Elizabeth Strohl, a sister of Mrs. D. Runkle and Joseph and Postmaster
Joseph Strohl, three children living by this marriage, Mrs. John Brill, and Sam Roessler of Nashville
[KS], Esther Roessler of Shelbyville, Illinois. In the 70s, he again married Minnie Mittendorf of
Shelbyville, by whom he has left Mrs. Ada Hines, Miss Estella, Mr. Mart, Miss Clara, Grover, Miss
Bessie, and Miss Emma. He moved to Barber county in the spring of 1884 and settled on the
southeast corner of Section 14, which place has since been his home. The burial took place at
Nashville Wednesday afternoon, attended by a large concourse of friends and neighbors. Rev. Myers
of Winfield officiated.
pg 1, col 3
Died: “Oliver A. Lunsford” - From the Barber County Index: Oliver A. Lunsford, barber in the
Marshall-Bisby barber shop, died Sunday night, December 31st, from obstruction of the bowels. He
was taken sick on Saturday, December 23rd and suffered great agony an entire week, in spite of
medical attention. On Sunday, December 31, a surgical operation was performed by Dr. Donovan
of this city and Dr. Hutcheson of Coats and Dr. Bucklin of Sawyer. His bowels were in a very bad
condition, mortification had set in and he was also badly afflicted with appendicitis. Mr. Lunsford
was not very healthy for some time. He was troubled for a long time with [a] stomach and bowel
disorder and his condition was probably made worse by a little friendly scuffle he and some friends
engaged in previous to his taking down as there was a displacement revealed in the bowels when the
operation took place. The deceased is a son of David Lunsford and wife, formerly of Elm Mills but
now of Isabel. He began the barber’s trade in Isabel several years ago and came to Medicine Lodge
in the summer. He was a cordial young man and his death is a sad shock to his friends and very
grievous to his parents, brothers and sisters. He was 30 years of age. His wife died about four years
ago. A girl five years old is left fatherless and motherless. Funeral services were held at the
Christian church on Monday afternoon conducted by Rev. W.M. Covert, Elder VanDewalker being
ill, and the body laid to rest in Highland Cemetery. A father, mother, three brothers and five sisters
are left to mourn the premature departure of an affectionate and dutiful son and brother, and the
hearts of many friends go out to them in deepest sympathy.
Jan 12, 1906
pg 1, col 4
Born: The stork made a call at the residence of F.A. Mueller leaving a fine boy. Mother and son
both doing well. [Sand Creek news]
pg 1, col 4
Born: Dr. Nossaman reports the arrival of a boy at the home of Roy Rose Sunday. [Sand Creek
news]
pg 1, col 4
Died: It is our sad duty to report the death of Mary, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spain.
Rev. Fred Spain preached the funeral sermon. [Sand Creek news]
Jan 19, 1906, pg 1, col 2
Born: Edger Corrie and family, big, little and all the relations are in a state of ecstatic bliss over the
safe arrival of a young son at the home last Thursday. The boy is a fine little fellow and is the
subject of laudatory comment by a coterie of friends and neighbors.
Jan 26, 1906
pg 1, col 1
Died: Mrs. Joe Glen of the Lawndale neighborhood died Monday night. Mrs. Glen has been an
invalid for some time, consumption, a dread disease, had marked her for its own. She leaves a
husband and host of friends to mourn her loss. She was buried in Cairo cemetery Wednesday.
pg 1, col 1
Born: Elmer Hedeka and wife needed the presence of a doctor at their house Sunday night. A fine
seven pound baby girl was safely delivered by Dr. Nossaman’s tender care. Isabel’s physician loses
not one bit of prestige he has gained in the past year as the baby doctor by all his frequent successful
stork bringing and resultant happy denoument.
pg 1, col 1
Married: Daniel V. Morris and Miss Mary McClain were married at the residence of the bride’s
mother, Mrs. S.C. McClain, on Walnut street, this city, Tuesday evening of this week, Jan. 16th. The
bride is one of the nicest young ladies of our city. The groom is well known here, his mother, Mrs.
Ella Morris, living here and he having taught school in the county. He is in the employment of the
Santa Fe Ry., Co., at Needles, California. They depart for their western home today. [Barber County
Cresset] Dan Morris’ many friends in and around Isabel join in congratulating a boy that has a high
place in the regard of all Isabelites.
Feb 23, 1906, pg 1, col 1
Born: Saturday night was born to Mr. and Mrs. Will Pewter a fine 8 lb. boy.
Mar 2, 1906
pg 1, col 4
Married: Dave Nossaman, one of the most open-handed, square and above board men that it has
been our lot to meet in the journey of life, stole away to Wichita last Tuesday morning, there to meet
Miss Vernie Boots of Bisbee, Arizona, and the two were married Wednesday. Now Dave need not
have kept the story all to himself. He is twenty-one and his charming wife is as popular a lady as
ever lived in Isabel. All the people in this town wish them both joy and every happiness. May the
journey of life be ever one of abundant success is the wish of the Herald. The bride and groom came
home on the Thursday noon train and are now receiving the congratulations of their host of friends.
pg 14, col 1
Married: At the bride’s residence at high noon Friday, Feb. 23rd, Mrs. Emma Hyattand Mr. Fred
Toff were united in the bonds of matrimony by Rev. M. Scott. A bountiful dinner was served to the
many friends present. They many friends wish them all happiness and success. [San Creek news]
Mar 23, 1906
pg 1, col 1
Birthday: Grandpa Samuel C. Huey celebrated his seventy-fifth anniversary Wednesday. He is a fine
old man full of the desire to do good and see good done. He showed us his first birthday cap, not
larger than for a doll that he has kept all these years. Uncle Sam is proud to show this souvenir of
an age past. Happy in thoughts of those long ago years. A proud father of sons in this section who
are respected, he moves among us as a worthy father, causing emotions of love to well in every heart.
We wish and hope to greet this kindly old gentleman one year hence.
pg 1, col 2
Born: Charley Stewart came up to the hardware Monday smiling. That he smiles is not uncommon,
but when he announced the arrival of a brand new, latest improved and thoroughly warranted 11
pound boy at his home Sunday night, why all the talk about the best in the machinery line was of no
moment compared with this lump of humanity that bears the home brand. The mother and child are
both progressing finely under the tender care of loving friends.
pg 1, col 2
Married: Jesse T. Peterie and Miss Blanche Bailey took their many friends by surprise Saturday.
The only fine day for a month they took advantage of to sneak off to the Lodge and then and there
assume the matrimonial noose. The county judge was called on to tie the knot that made these two
popular Valley township young people man and wife. They are now at home on the fine Peterie farm
south of town, the recipients of a host of good wishes from a world of friends including the Herald.
Apr 6, 1906, pg 1, col 4
Married: Fred Swinson married Wednesday evening, but the boys got onto their job Thursday and
Fred and bride today know what it is to be one of the most popular couples of our section. At nine
o’clock, the folks, that is James Swinson and wife, Warren Rose and wife, Roy Rose and wife, Frank
Arvidson and Rena Carter paid the bride a visit. That they were welcome is sure and we have a faint
suspicion that welcomes can be worn out as the guests never seemed to understand when to quit.
Flinch was the game that stared the evening’s entertainment, but it got to be freeze out before
morning. At 11 o’clock, the groom said that he was tired, at 12 the guests were ready for more fun,
at 1 o’clock the groom and bride realized they were being entertained and by 2 o’clock, they were.
Frank Arvidson told a story, at 3 several of the visitors started to sing, but as the groom only snored
an accompaniment, the pleasures stopped till he was made to realize his duties as a host. At 4 a.m.,
the pleasures of entertaining friends dawned on the bride and groom and they refused to burn more
coal, but Jim Swinson knew about the cob pile and things kept warm till 5 in the morning. At half
past five, the welcome guests concluded that Fred and Laura had had a proper initiation into the cares
and troubles of entertaining and departed. As Fred has not been seen about Isabel since, we presume
he is now asleep getting even with himself and the friends.
Apr 20, 1906
pg 1, col 1
Born: Ed Towns of seven miles northwest called Dr. Nossaman to the ushering into this world of
ours a fine baby boy that weighed 10 pounds, Tuesday.
pg 1, col 3
Born: Our old friend, T.D. Inslee, is sure a dandy, a brand new boy came to his house last Saturday
morning and “T.D.” is so proud about the affair that [when] he comes to Isabel, he just takes the
middle of the road.
pg 16, col 1
Married: Mr. Guy Figge led to the altar of marriage Miss Ona Carpenter, both of this city. Guy is
an enterprising clerk in the employ of Figgo & Bennett. The lady is one of the bright young school
teachers of the country. The couple have taken up housekeeping in their own house very quietly,
having the very best wishes of all who know them. [Groom’s surname is transcribed as printed, with
two different spellings.][Nashville news]
Apr 27, 1906, pg 1, col 3
Died: The Rev. Samuel Murray, who would have been one hundred years old had he lived until
today, died yesterday morning at 7 o’clock at the home of his son, the Rev. L.E. Murray, 244 South
Ritter avenue, with whom he had been living. His children, who had arranged to observe the
anniversary of his birth in an appropriate manner and came for that purpose will attend his funeral
at Hungtington Monday instead. There will be no services here. Mr. Murray had been married five
times. He was the father of eighteen children (eleven of whom are living), leaves surviving him
thirty-four grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren. His last wife is yet living at the
advanced age of 87 years, but is in very feeble health, and makes her home with a daughter at
Lanark, Ill. Her name was Mrs. Leah Eschelman, and her 87th birthday will, like that of her
husband, be April 1. Mr. Murray was of Scotch-Irish ancestry and was born in Pennsylvania. When
six years old, he removed with his parents to Ohio. His father died soon after and the widowed
mother was left to care for ten children. Four of these, besides Mr. Murray, lived to be more than
90 years old. In 1843, he was ordained a minister in the Dunkard or German Baptist church, in
which the services are in English. He was proud of his ancestry and like to speak of the fact that
both his grandfathers fought for American independence in the Revolutionary War. Each recurring
birthday until five years ago he had preached in some church of his denomination and he had look
forward to preaching or at least appearing in a pulpit on his 100th birthday. Recently, the weight of
years had borne heavily upon him. He had become deaf and almost blind and recently had been
confined to his room. His mind remained clear until Thursday night, from which time until death
he was unconscious. This gentleman was an uncle of our friend, D.T. Murray, of Gove township.
May 4, 1906
pg 1, col 1
Born: Friday night was born to Mr. and Mrs. George Relleford a find ten pound girl, Dr. Bucklin
attending. “Uncle” Jake was seen on the streets bright and early Saturday morning with a smile of
happy content good to see. He strutted around as proud of his new granddaughter, with an agility
that speaks loud for the grandpa’s love of little one.
pg 1, col 4
Married: The house of C.H. Reynolds was the scene of a pleasant home crowd wedding Wednesday
night. Rev. L.D. Bartley was called on to tie the knot that is indissoluble. Maude Hite, one of this
section’s charming ladies, had seen fit to link her life with our popular young hardware merchant,
J.D. Larabee. These young folks start on life’s journey with the good wishes, the friendly accord and
an everlasting wish of success from all who know them. The bride and groom are home folks and
will be at home to all friends.
May 11, 1906
pg 1, col 1
Born: Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Heastand welcomed Monday morning a fine little girl. Dr. Nossaman
attended. And on Jun 22, pg 1, col 2: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. George Hiestand [sic] died
Saturday afternoon from whooping cough and was buried Sunday evening at Bethel cemetery. The
parents have the sympathy of all in this their day of trouble.
pg 1, col 1
Died: The infant child of Frank Hyatt died Sunday morning and was buried Monday. Mr. Hyatt and
family are conducting the Houchin ranch and are newcomers. Their bereavement calls for sorrow
from all. Elder Thornton preached the sermon in his usual impressive manner.
May 18, 1906, pg 1, col 2
Born: Friday morning, May 11th, 1906, there was born to Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Ellinthorp a fine 8 and
one-half pound boy. The happy couple, the relations and friends, not overlooking the grandparents,
are all as happy as people used to be when it rained in Kansas. Dr. Nossaman was in attendance and
with his accustomed skill and fortune brought forth a happy result from what might have been a
serious complication.
May 25, 1906, pg 1, col 1
Married: Jacob Strohl left Monday morning for Wichita. Of course, none of us knew what the
worthy postmaster went for. Of a certainty, there were rumors of an impending crisis in the worldly
life of Jake. Things had looked suspicious for some time and the surprise was blunted when readers
of the Wichita Eagle saw in the Wednesday morning issue among the marriage licenses: “Jacob
Strohl, Isabel, age 46.....Martha Fairley, Medicine Lodge, aged 24.” This couple were married at
the court house in Wichita by the Probate Judge. The bride and groom came home on the
Wednesday train and started to keep house in the new apartments built for them adjoining the post
office. Our post office has been a most popular resort. Jake has ever been a genial friend and good
company to all who came his way. Now, the suspicion lingers in the mind of many that with the
advent of his lady assistant and wife, the club will have to seek new quarters. All, however, join
with the Herald in wishing the happy postmaster and his bride a world of happiness and prosperity.
May their “Strohl” through life be “Fairley” crowned with all that makes life worth living.
Jun 8, 1906, pg 16, col 4
Anniversary: Chas. Dunham and wife celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary on last Thursday
evening. About twenty guests were there.
Jul 13, 1906, pg 1, col 4
Died: Thomas Edes is dead, he was a man of many admirable qualities and some of the frailties of
life. He never posed as a saint, neither was he a hardened sinner. His life was an open book.
Thomas Edes was born of German parentage in Pennsylvania in the month of September, 1823.
About 1832, he moved with h is parents to Tazwell county, Illinois, where he grew to manhood on
a farm. In the early fifties, he married Rachel Clyne, seven children were born to this union, five
girls and two sons, only two of whom survive the father, Mrs. Sallie McCauley of Wichita, and Mrs.
Ella VanBenthusen of San Francisco, California. Up to 1875, he had accumulated and lost two or
three fortunes. In 1875, he moved to Kansas, a penniless pioneer, settling near Wellington. The
winter of ‘83-‘84 saw his coming to Barber county and Valley township as poor as the humblest
inhabitant. He showed his ability as a money maker and rapidly gained wealth and land till 1897
when reverses came anew. He owned thirteen quarters of our best land and was a farmer of
influence and worth in this county, being rated one of the heaviest tax payers in its confines. He
farmed about 1000 acres of land, mostly wheat, and was one of Barber county’s largest producers
of real wealth. With the reverse of 1897, his indomitable will power asserted itself and unknown
to relatives or friends, he started to make another fortune, locating in Chicago, then in Tazwell
county, Illinois, and finally at Wichita with his daughter. Here, at over 80 years of age, that spirit
of unrest urged him on and on until finally he came to Isabel on Wednesday, June 13th. Old, worn
and like a broken reed, he came to the scenes of his days of affluence. Some of his friends petitioned
the commissioners to give him a home in Barber county, the place where his energy, push and daring
had brought both him and it a fund of wealth. But the powers that be must follow the law and they
turned down the petition made in this sturdy old man’s necessity. How much this, or untimely glibs
[sic] or scenes of prosperity to others worked on the mind of him whose energy was so paramount
none can say. Last Sunday morning at 6:15 he came down stairs in his stocking feet for a glass of
water and in a few moments was found in convulsions, dying in a few minutes, cared for tenderly
by kindly hands. The coroner called a jury and a verdict in consonance with facts was rendered. The
body was laid out in the court room where it was viewed by many. The following funeral notice tells
significantly the final story: “Thomas Edes died Sunday, July 8, 1906, funeral Monday, July 9. All
who desire to pay the deceased a last respect will meet at the Court House at 10 o’clock a.m., from
when the body will be conveyed to the cemetery. No services. Friends invited.” Besides two
daughters and Mr. H.I. Tilden’s family who were grandchildren of the deceased, he leaves a brother,
B.F. Edes, and three sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Morse, Mrs. Anna Matthews and Mrs. Carrie Nichols, all
of Delavan, Illinois.
Aug 3, 1906
pg 1, col 4
Died: Frank Clark, the bright young son of W.E. Clark, died last Monday morning of tetanus. Frank
was a fine manly fellow. Had all the characteristics of a man while but a boy. A youth whom all
could love and admire, his death is deplored throughout this whole section. Mr. Clark and the dear
little sisters of this boy have the sympathy beyond words to express from one and all.
pg 1, col 4
Died: Julia Estella Roots was born in Verona, Ill., October 18, 1875. In 1878, her parents moved
to McPherson, Kas., and in 1891, they came to this county where they have since resided. Stella was
always a good conscientious girl. She was converted in Jan. 1896, joined the M.E. Church at
Sawyer, Kansas, on probation, was taken into full membership the following August and has ever
since been a faithful member. Loyal to Christ, loyal to her church, loyal to her own family and to
her friends. God has given each one a mission in life, and if all men were as faithful to their mission
as Stella was to hers, surely God’s kingdom would soon come. In the home she was loving and kind,
asking only the privilege to serve those she loved. In her recent sickness she was patient and trustful.
She had not expected to recover but she was not afraid of the great future for she knew in whom she
had believed, and was persuaded that he is able to keep that which she had committed unto him
against that day. II Tim. 1:12. Shortly before her death God permitted her to have a glimpse of the
future, as He often does His faithful ones. She saw the father and a baby brother, Marion, who had
preceded her to the better land, beckoning her to come. So she passed Sunday afternoon, July 22,
at four o’clock, to her God and the loved ones gone before. The funeral services were held Monday
afternoon at Goshen church where a large number of relatives, friends and neighbors came to pay
their last respects. The body was laid to rest in Goshen cemetery by the side of her father. “And God
shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying,
neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away.” Rev. 21:4. She leaves
a mother, Mrs. Samuel Roots, a brother, Willie Roots, and four sisters, Miss Lorena Roots, Mrs.
Barker, Mrs. Gillett, Mrs. Swinson and many friends to mourn her loss. May God’s richest
blessing rest upon the bereaved ones. And a Card of Thanks on Jul 27, pg 1, signed by Mrs. S.B.
Roots, Lorena and William Roots, Mr. and Mrs. Barker, Mr. and Mrs. Gillett, and Mr. and Mrs.
Swinson.
Aug 31, 1906
pg 1, col 2
Born: There was born to Mr. and Mrs. Dr. A.H. Nossaman Tuesday night at ten o’clock a fine little
daughter. The young lady has come to stay and is a welcome addition to the doctor’s household.
pg 1, col 4
Died: The death and burial of the son, Jesse, of Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Armstrong, was a severe blow
to all friends of this worthy couple. We had hoped our Hardscrabble correspondent would have
furnished a more extended notice. Also Sep 7, 1906, at pg 1, col 4: Jessie Harold Armstrong was
born October 1st, 1891, departed this life August 22, 1906, aged 14 years, 10 months, 22 days. Just
as the sun was sinking low, the grim messenger of death came and his dear life was gone. Death
takes the young as well as the old, he was just budding into manhood now he lieth in cold death. His
young associates take warning, they knoweth not when death may come, a few short weeks ago he
appeared to be in the prime of life. His dear face will be sadly missed with the family and neighbors;
weep not for him he is at rest, free from life’s toils. Elder Cherry, of Sawyer, conducted the services,
his body was laid to rest in the cemetery near Goshen church. [Memorial poem written by
Grandmother Armstrong follows.] Also a Card of Thanks signed by J.E. Armstrong, Mrs.
Armstrong, Brothers and Sisters. See also Oct 5, 1906 for death of J.E. Armstrong.
Sep 14, 1906, pg 1, col 2
Married: Wm. Redenbaugh took a trip to his old home at Lyndon, Osage county, last week and then
and there married Miss Mary Thompson, one of that town’s fairest daughters. The groom and
handsome wife came home Friday. While Will has been here but a short time, he has fully
demonstrated that he is a hard working and thoroughly reliable young man. The young couple have
the well wishes of all.
Sep 28, 1906, pg 1, col 4
Born: There was born to Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Johnson Friday morning a fine 8-pound boy. The
mother and child are both doing well and are receiving the congratulations of a host of relatives and
friends.
Oct 5, 1906, pg 1, col 4
Died: J.E. Armstrong, one of the prominent farmers of the Lawndale country, died at the hospital
in Wichita Sunday morning of typhoid fever. Mr. Armstrong was taken to the hospital some ten days
ago in the hope that good and careful nursing would bring him health again, but all that the best
medical skill could do failed and he passed on. He leaves a wife and seven children, three boys and
four girls. Mr. Armstrong was one of those strong, rugged characters that made friends everywhere.
His remains were brought to Sawyer Monday and after a fine talk by Elder Wm. Cherry, were laid
to rest in the Goshen cemetery. Uncle Jacob Armstrong, his wife and children and relatives all have
the heartfelt sympathy of the community.
Oct 12, 1906, pg 1, col 1
Born: Jim Hays and wife Effie are rejoicing over the safe arrival at their home of a fine daughter.
Mr. and Mrs. Hays’ many friends here extend congratulations.
Oct 26, 1906 [Last issue on reel]
pg 1, col 2
Died: The little son of Mr. and Mrs. U.S. Rogers died at his home in Elm township of typhoid fever
Monday afternoon. Little Joe was a favorite of all and his death is a sorrow to many. The bereaved
parents and other children have the sympathy of the whole community.
pg 1, col 2
Died: Francis [sic], daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Gibson, died Monday of typhoid fever and was
buried Wednesday at Medicine Lodge. Earl, their sixteen year old son is said to be very dangerously
sick. Mr. and Mrs. Gibson have the sympathy of this whole section in this their day of sorrow.
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