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The Medicine Lodge Cresset (meaning "bright light") was a weekly newspaper, published in Medicine Lodge beginning early in 1879. At the time this reel begins, Friday, September 17, 1880, brothers T.A. McNeal and J.W. McNeal were publishers; publication changed to Thursdays toward the end of 1880. Local news included coverage from the surrounding communities, as well as Medicine Lodge. This reel continues through April 13, 1882. 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
Sep 17, 1880
pg 6, col 1
Died: The infant child of William Horne, who resides
about four miles west of here, died on last Sunday, and was buried Monday in the
new cemetery.
pg 6, col 3
Died: On last Friday evening, our community lost, by death after a short but
severe sickness, one of her most highly respected citizens, T.B. Long. The deceased was forty-one years of age and came to
Barbour county in Nov. 1878. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn the
loss of an indulgent father and kind husband.
Oct 8, 1880
pg 5, col 2
Married: At the residence of Wm. L. Murdock, on the 3rd day of Oct.,
by Probate Judge J.R. Easley,, Josiah L. Murdock to
Miss Sarah Crawford. Len is a good boy and not apt
to get the worst of a bargain.
pg 5, col 2
Married: At the residence of W.D. VanSlyke, Oct. 3rd, 1880, Mr. A.V.
Shepler to Miss S.M. VanSlyke, Rev. A. Axline officiating. The Cresset
was the recipient of some very find wedding cake and extends its heartiest good
wishes for a long and happy life to this young couple, unmarred by a single
sorrow.
Oct 22, 1880
pg 5, col 1
Married: It is rumored that Pat Gallagar and Miss
Julie Fulkner were joined in the holy bonds of
wedlock last Tuesday. If this is a fact, Pat, here's our K.
pg 5, col 2
Married: On Sunday evening, at the M.E. Church, by Rev. Rolingstone, Mr. Mancy
Nichols to Miss Ollie Stockstill, all of Medicine Lodge. We have long felt
need of more small change in this town and hope at least that there will be more
"Nichols" in circulation in the future than there has been in the past. [See
below @ Nov 24, 1881 for birth of son.]
Oct 29, 1880,
pg 5, col 1
Born: A. Hughes is happy over the fact that a big
boy baby, of the Garfield and Arthur persuasion, has been added to his family.
With eight or ten barrels of sorghum standing around, it ought to be a sweet
child.
Nov 12, 1880
pg 5, col 3
Married: At St. Louis, Mo., Oct. 28, 1880, by Rev. J.G. Eberhard, Mr. Geo. M.
Levis, chief engineer of the steamer, "Centenial,"
[sic] and Miss Addie Hawkins, of Medicine Lodge,
Kansas.
pg 5, col 3
Married: Nov. 7, at the residence of the bride's father, Dr. B.F. Brattain, by
Rev. A.H. Mulkey, assisted by Rev. J.L. Cottom, Mr. Harry B. Anderson and Miss Viola M. Brattain, all of Barbour county, Kansas. A large number
of guests were present to witness the ceremony and partake of the bountiful
repast which had been prepared. As the guests assembled at rather an early hour,
there was necessarily considerable waiting for the ceremony. A sort of far away,
hungry look came into the faces of those assembled and we could detect an
involuntary working of lower jaws, as if they were snatching at imaginary fowl
and cold ham. The suspense was broken at last, however, by the entrance of the
happy pair, who were tied in the holy bonds, etc., by the Rev. Mulkey, in the
shortest time on record. We suppose the Prof. got a regular, scientific, bow
line knot, but it was done so quick that it seemed to an outsider like a
slight-of-hand performance. We had expected to have a chance, after the ancient
style, to throw in a few objections to Harry's appropriating one of the
handsomest young ladies in the county without asking our consent at all, but we
had not time. After the ceremony, D.A. McCanless, who was first on deck, stepped
up and in offering his congratulations, deliberately disregarded the time
honored custom of kissing the bride. Setting such an example was a rash break
which may yet cost that living skeleton his life. Knowing that it would be our
last opportunity, he deliberately, by his example, deprived us of our privilege.
After the hand shaking and well wishing, an ample and excellent supper was done
full justice to by those present. Among the presents received (for which Harry
and lady tender their thanks), we notice the following: Full set of glass ware,
goblets, etc., Mrs. Youmans, Mrs. Standiford, Mrs. McCanless, Mrs. Taliaferro,
Mrs. VanSlyke, Mrs. Byerly, Mrs. McNeal and others; pair of handsome towels,
Mrs. S.K. Field; rolling pin, Miss Ella Iliff. Thus, one by one, the boys are
going, and little Cupid is still sneaking around with his bundle of arrows,
waiting for a fresh victim.
Nov 26, 1880,
pg 5, col 4
Born: A new boarder came to Castine's a few days
ago, but from the general get-up of the newcomer, and the treatment it received,
we judge it is making permanent lodgings. It's a girl at that. Now won't our
young men be happy?
Dec 2, 1880,
pg 5, col 2
Died: Mrs. Wm. Lockard died at her home on Little
Mule Creek yesterday. She has been in feeble health for some months, but until
recently her friends and relatives entertained hopes of her recovery. The
funeral will take place at Medicine Lodge tomorrow.
Dec 9, 1880
pg 5, col 1
Married: Friday, Dec. 3rd, 1880, at the residence of Mr. Morehead, by
Jno. Easley, Probate Judge, Mr. George W. Hamer to
Miss Etta Erickson, all of Barbour county,
Kansas.
pg 5, col 2
Married: Frank Whitaker and Jack Hubbard returned from their big trip, around through
Oklahoma and Missouri, on Tuesday evening. They don't think the Oklahoma country
will ever be much of a country except for stock-growing, and has no especial
advantages over Barbour county if the right to settlement was undisputed. Frank
said he succeeded in getting married at Springfield, Missouri. The lady's name
was Miss Powell, a sister to Mrs. Hubbard.
pg 5, col 4
Died: At her residence in Medicine Lodge, Sunday, Dec. 5th, 1880, of
pleuro pneumonia, Mrs. Sophia Pettit, wife of Peter
Pettit, in the 60th year of her age. Nearly forty years ago, this
estimable lady was united in marriage to Mr. Pettit, and during all that long
series of years she proved herself a devoted wife and mother. Among her
neighbors, she was justly popular for her gentle manner and quiet acts of
charity and kindness. Up to her last hour, she was perfectly rational, one of
her last requests being that her little grandchild, whom she dearly loved,
should come, when the spring birds were singing again, and plant flowers upon
her grave. It is safe to say that no death has ever occurred in this community
which has caused more general and sincere regret, and that no mother will ever
be held by her neighbors and friends in more tender memory.
Dec 30, 1880
pg 5, col 1
Naturalization: Among the business transacted at the special term of court on
Tuesday, was the conferring of full citizenship on our townsman, Joshua Story. Josh is a whole hearted, honorable fellow, and if
the U.S. can always procure such citizens, she will be the gainer by the
acquisition. Josh was a Canadian.
pg 5, col 2
Married: On Christmas eve, at the Palmer house, by Probate Judge J.R. Easley,
Mr. Charles Packard to Miss Della Palmer. This young couple start out in life under very
favorable auspices. Miss Della is the pet and only child of her parents, while
Charley is a young man of good habits who, by his industry and economy, has
obtained a good position and accumulated a good start in life.
Jan 6, 1881,
pg 5, col 1
Born: To Mr. and Mrs. Mead C. Stolp, January
3rd, 1881, a daughter, weight 82 pounds. Look here, Mead, aren't
you getting a little reckless? Or perhaps you haven't heard of the raise in
flannels and soothing syrup?
Jan 13, 1881,
pg 5, col 2
Married: On Wednesday evening, Dec. 29th, 1880, at the residence of
Hon. M.C. Davis, by Judge E.R. Morgan, Mr. B.F. Lane
to Miss Josie Pickett. (Pratt County Press)
We congratulate friend Lane on t his fresh indication of his warlike qualities.
He seems not only to have stormed the fort and taken possession, but is now on
Pickett duty to defend his conquest.
Jan 20, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Died: The infant child of Oliver Armstrong,
living about ten miles down the Medicine River, died on Tuesday of this week,
and was buried to day at the city cemetery.
pg 5, col 2
Died: Danny O'Connor, infant son of Mr. and Mrs.
Barney O'Connor, aged 18 months, died at his father's camp, below the Cimarron,
on Thursday last, and was brought to the Lodge and buried last Sunday. The child
died of pleuro pneumonia.
Feb 17, 1881,
pg 5, col 1
Died: The wife of William Horne died at her
residence three miles up the Medicine, last Thursday evening. We have not
learned the cause of her death.
Feb 24, 1881,
pg 5, col 3
Died: Erret, infant son of Dr. and Mrs. T.W. Davis,
died of diphtheria, Feb. 21, 1881, aged 18 months and 16 days. As we stood over
this sweet, beautiful babe, and watched its young life passing away towards the
shoreless sea, we were sadly impressed with the touching sweetness and sublime
beauty of the Poet's words: "Death loves a shining mark." He was the household
pet, and idolized by all. But alas! He is gone: "Like the snow flakes in the
river, A moment seen, then gone forever." The Divine Command, "Suffer little
children to come unto me, and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of
Heaven, "lifts from our hearts a grief that would otherwise crush us with its
over-powering weight and lets in the golden sunlight of a hope that is far above
and beyond all earthly aspirations. "Beautiful and bright, he was but given. A
fair bud to earth to bloom in Heaven." And also on same date/column: Card of
Thanks: We desire to offer our heartfelt thanks to our neighbors and friends for
their kind attention and assistance rendered during our sickness and late
bereavement; and to especially thank Drs. Brattain and Johnson for professional
courtesy and medical aid. Signed: T.W. Davis and Heneretta Davis. [See also
below for death of a daughter.]
Mar 3, 1881,
pg 5, col 3
Died: Frankie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.W. Davis,
on Wednesday afternoon, March 2nd, 1881, of diphtheria, aged ten
years. Frankie was a particularly sweet and pleasing child and her death is a
hard blow to the family, especially as it followed so closely the death of
another child. They have the sympathy of their neighbors and friends. The burial
took place today (Thursday) at 2 o'clock, P.M. And also @ Mar 10, 1881, pg 5,
col 2: Rev. A.H. Mulkey will preach the funeral services of Dr. Davis' two
children on next Sunday, March 13th, 1881, at 11 A.M.
Mar 17, 1881
pg 5, col 3
Died: Thomas Clyde, infant son of Alonzo Smith,
living on Little Mule Creek, on the 8th of March 1881. The funeral
took place at Kiowa, March 10.
pg 5, col 3
Died: March 11, 1881, little Earnest [sic] Gibbs,
aged 3 years and 11 months. Earnest was a very bright, healthy child and
although he had been indisposed for a few days, his serious illness lasted but a
few hours. He died of congestion of the lungs. This is a sad blow to the loving
parents and their bereavement brings out the sympathy of the entire
community.
Mar 31, 1881,
pg 5
Engaged: We are in receipt of a very stylish and finely printed invitation
(printed at the Wellington Press office) to attend the silver wedding of
H.M. Hickman and Martha Thornton, at Wellington, Kan., on Friday evening, April
8th. Also @ Apr 14, 1881, pg 5, col 3: We are informed that the
silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. H.M. Hickman, which
took place last Friday at Wellington, was one of the most pleasant events of the
season. A complete set of solid silverware, was among the presents. We
acknowledge, with pleasure, in this connection, the receipt of some excellent
cake. We only had an opportunity of testing a small portion of it, however, as
our devil who has a weakness for wedding cake, got a scent of the cake and it
vanished like snow before the sun of spring.
Apr 7, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Born: Will Watkins is again a happy sire. Boy,
weight 9 pounds, Dr. Davis officiating.
pg 5, col 1
Born: We neglected to mention last week that Milt Clements, of Sun City, had become the proud and happy
father of a ten pound girl, born a week ago last Saturday.
pg 5, col 4
Born: The proudest man in this community is Thadeus Cutlip. On the 4th, his wife presented him with
a beautiful pair of twins.
Apr 21, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Died: The infant babe of Mr. and Mrs. T.L. Lindley
died last Friday morning. This is a sad blow to these young people and the
sympathy of their many friends is extended to them.
pg 5, col 2
Born: Mrs. L.C. Faris remembered last Sabbath day by
giving birth to a fine eight pound boy. We expect that as soon as L.C. hears of
this he will quit looking after other peoples' stock and come back to look after
the increase at home.
May 21, 1881,
pg 5, col 3
Married: At the M.E. parsonage at Wellington, Friday evening, April
28th, by Rev. I.N. Morehead, Mr. E.W. Iliff, of Medicine Lodge,, to Miss Cora VanSlyke, of Yates Centre, Kansas. There were no cakes
or anything of that kind to rouse the editor's enthusiasm, but still we are
magnanimous enough to wish the couple unalloyed and unbounded happiness.
May 26, 1881, pg 5, col 1
Died: Nancy Ann, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Arnold, living near Bross, on the Chicaskia, died May
13th, 1881. This is a sad affliction to the young parents.
Jun 2, 1881
pg 3, col 3
Born: F.J. Saunders is reported as looking very
happy. Says he would rather it had been a boy, however. [Sun City news]
pg 3, col 3
Born: Mrs. Wiley Payne has a new girl baby. Mother
and child doing well, but Wiley is rather poorly. [Sun City news]
Born: B.F. Walker is also rejoicing over a young daughter. Plenty of rain will bring a crop in Barbour county every time. [Sun City news]
Jun 9, 1881, pg 5
Died: Charley Jordan, son of Mr. and Mrs. John
Jordan, died at the home of his parents at Hutchinson Tuesday, June
7th, 1881. Charley has long been troubled with diseased lungs and his
death was not an entire surprise. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan have many warm friends in
this community who extend their sympathy in this time of affliction.
Jul 1881,
pg 5, col 4
Died: Francis Fowler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Joseph Fowler, departed this life last Monday evening, July 11th,
1881. The funeral took place on Tuesday at the Christian chapel. [Memorial poem
follows.]
Aug 4, 1881
pg 3, col 3
Born: A fine boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Barney O'Connor on last Sunday.
pg 3, col 3
Died: The death of Frank Hosplehorn occurred
about 7 o'clock this morning. He died of diphtheria.
Aug 18, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Born: A ten pound girl baby put in an appearance at Harry Anderson's residence yesterday.
pg 5, col 3
Married: At Lake City, Friday, Aug. 12th, by Justice Davis of Lake
City, Mr. J.W. Pettijohn and Mrs. Rhoda Simmons, all of Barbour county.
pg 5, col 3
Married: At Medicine Lodge, Sunday, Aug. 14th, by S.J. Shepler,
Probate Judge, Mr. Oscar Turney and Miss Belle Brasswell, both of Medicine Lodge. The Cresset
office acknowledges the receipt of several pieces of choice cake, some of which
was baked by the bride herself. If this is a fair example of her culinary skill,
we should say that Os is to be congratulated on his choice of housekeeper.
pg 5, col 3
Married: On the 9th, by Judge Vickers, Charles F. Wilson, of Kiowa, Kansas, to Viola S. Perry, of Sharon, Kansas. (Anthony Republican)
Sep 1, 1881
pg 4, col 3
Died: In Sun City, Barbour county, Kansas, August 27, 1881, Gracie, infant
daughter of Esaw and Samantha Lamb. Aged ten months.
Short was the struggle for life, and severe the stroke that closed it up. It has
left two lacerated hearts which can only be healed by the sympathy of kind
friends and submission to the will of heaven. [Memorial poem follows.][Sun City
news]
pg 4, col 4
Married: At Medicine Lodge, Aug. 24, by S.J. Shepler, Probate Judge, Mr. F.
O'Leary, of Pantom, Arizona, to Miss Annie E. Denton, of Elm Mills, Barbour county, Kansas.
Sep 8, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Died: The little son of Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Duncan
died this morning about eight o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan have the sympathy of
the community in their affliction.
pg 5, col 1
Died: Harlan Nelson, infant son of John L. and Ida
Nelson, died this morning about 5 o'clock. Harlan was a bright little fellow and
his death is a severe blow to the afflicted parents.
pg 5, col 3
Born: Len Murdock came to town last week with a
broad smile of satisfaction spreading over his countenance and passed cigars
around in a most reckless manner. He explained that on Aug. 31, a lovely ten
pound girl baby made its appearance, and as it was the first, he naturally felt
a little exuberant.
Sep 22, 1881, pg 5, col 4
Died: Nellie Dunmire died Sunday morning, Sept.
18th, 1881, of diphtheria, aged 14. Nellie felt from the first that
she must die. She said she would like to get well, but was not afraid to die.
She talked lovingly to those around her and often spoke tenderly of her absent
brother whom she longed to see. May God in mercy enable the bereaved friends to
look beyond the dark grave to that home He has promised to those who love him.
Signed: Olive Cornelius.
Sep 29, 1881, pg 5, col 3
Married: Our old friend, C.C. Brown, wandered off his
range far enough about two weeks ago to gather in one of Reno county's fair ones
- Miss Dora Munday. Conner set up the cigars to the
Cresset force in royal style.
Oct 13, 1881
pg 5, col 3
Married: At Topeka, Kansas, Oct. 3rd, 1881, Mr. J.W. Jordan of Pueblo, Colorado, to Miss Sadie McMurtry, of Topeka. Mr. Jordan is a private secretary
to the manager of the D.&R. railroad and Miss Sadie is the daughter of our
McMurtry, of the firm of Faxon & McMurtry. The Cresset acknowledges
the receipt of a liberal supply of cake and a fine lot of grapes all the way
from Topeka, and expresses the hope that the matrimonial life of this young
couple may be full of happiness and that Jordan won't prove a hard road to
travel.
pg 5, col 3
Married: At the residence of the bride's parents in Med. Lodge, on Sunday
evening, Oct. 9th, 1881, by Rev. A. Axline, Austin VanSlyke to Miss Stella Denn.
A happy union of two congenial souls. This deservedly popular couple start in
wedded life with hosts of friends and no enemies. The Cresset wishes them
a happy, prosperous voyage down the river of time and thanks them for the
liberal samples of cake supplied.
pg 5, col 3
Married: At the M.E. church in Medicine Lodge, by Rev. A. Axline, on Sunday,
Oct. 9th, 1881, Mr. R.C. Williams to
Mrs. Mary Forsythe. By invitation, a number of
friends, after witnessing the ceremony, assembled at the Medicine Lodge House,
and partook of a wedding feast prepared by "mine popular host," Mort Strong, in
his best style. No pains or expense were spared to make it an enjoyable
occasion. The company departed wishing the happy bride and groom a long life of
connubial bliss.
Oct 27, 1881
pg 5, col 3
Married: On Sunday evening, Oct. 23, 1881, at the residence of the bride's
parents by Judge S.J. Shepler, Mr. Henry Blickhahn to Miss Anna Ayr.
After they were formally united, a large number of friends and invited guests
seated themselves to a bounteous repast prepared by masterly hands in the
culinary art. Mr. Blickhahn is one of the most industrious and popular young men
in this city, and the bride is a great favorite in society circles. A long and
happy wedded life to them is the wish of the Cresset. We were unable to
get a full list of the presents and donors, but noticed a set of knives and
forks, Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Brand; set of silver spoons, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Geppert;
matched set of table cover, napkins and towels, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Cook; moss
lamp mat, Mrs. F.W. Babin; set of ________, Mr. and Mrs. D.M. Carmichael; set of
napkins, Mr. and Mrs. McNeal; besides a large number of presents by the
family.
pg 5, col 3
Married: B.S. Kauffman, of the popular O.K.
Bakery, took a trip to Sumner county, Kansas, last week and returned with one of
her fairest daughters, née Miss Grace G. Long,
as his bride.
pg 5, col 3
Married: On last Monday at the residence of Joe Smith, by Probate Judge S.J.
Shepler, Mr. M.M. Jordan to Miss S.E. Frazer, all of this county. Mr. Jordan and lady expect to
move to Hutchinson in a few days where Mat will engage in business with his
father, John Jordan.
Nov 24, 1881
pg 5, col 1
Born: November 23, 1881, to Mr. and Mrs. Mancy Nichols, a fine boy of average weight. Specie resumption
is now a settled fact with Mancy.
pg 5, col 2
Married: We understand that a young lady near Haynesville has captured one of
the Barbour county boys, Al. McMillen, formerly of
Sun City. The marriage took place two weeks ago. Al. is a clever boy and has our
best wishes. [NB: Bride's name was not provided.]
pg 5, col 2
Married: Miss Ella Iliff was married to S.K. Wrenwick, at Atchison, Kan., on the evening of Nov. 7,
by the Probate Judge of Atchison county. Mr. and Mrs. Wrenwick have taken up
their abode near Valley Falls, Jefferson county, Kansas.
pg 5, col 2
Married: John Chinn, son of J.P. Chinn of Turkey
Creek, and Miss Lillie Bender, daughter of A.C.
Bender, were united in the bonds of matrimony one week ago last Sunday.
Dec 1, 1881
pg 5, col 2
Anniversary: "Crystal Wedding: - 1866 November 29th 1881. The
beautiful and commodious residence of W.W. Cook was
filled to overflowing with guests representing the beauty and chivalry of
Medicine Lodge and vicinity on last Tuesday evening to celebrate the crystal
wedding of W.W. Cook and wife, née Mattie E. Howe. The handsome parlor was ornamented with the mottoes:
"1866," "Welcome," and "1881," the handiwork of Mrs. Geo. Geppart. The wedding
ceremonies were conducted by Rev. J.H. Reed, who said: "Fifteen years ago in the
olden time, when life was smooth as the poet's rhyme, you plighted your faith to
love each other, and tread the pathway of life together. The months and years
have glided sweetly over your heads, made up with pleasant memories, unshaken
confidence and true affection. The waves of peace have dashed about the
hearthstone of your domestic homestead; and now, in token of your further
fidelity, you will please join your right hands." [This very lengthy article
includes what is apparently a verbatim transcript of this renewal of Mr. and
Mrs. Cook's vows. Gifts were presented and vows exchanged. Mr. Cook's statement
follows.] "Our friends: Should I attempt, upon this occasion, or any other
occasion, to make a speech, it would be a sign of failure; but I desire, in
behalf of my bride of fifteen years and myself, to tender to you our sincere
thanks for these expressions of your friendship towards us. Doubtless many
improvements could have been made upon the past fifteen years of our lives, but
we are glad to know this evening that we have so comfortable a home surrounded
by so many near and dear friends, and our hearts are stronger allied to each
other than they were fifteen years ago. You have our best wishes for your future
prosperity, peace and happiness." [Remarks by ministers followed, along with an
extensive listing of gifts received including a "bronze mantel clock with a
plate glass front and surmounted by an equine statue"!]
pg 6, col 2
Died: At Putnamsville, Ind., on Nov. 19, 1881, of typhoid fever, Alverta Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Smith, the baby, the
pet and pride of the family. Mrs. A.G. Smith had been poorly with the same
disease for some four weeks, but was convalescing when the baby's death caused a
relapse. Mr. Smith writes that they will return as soon as the health will
possibly permit. It is a sad blow on this happy family and the sympathies of
their friends are extended to them in their bereavement.
Dec 8, 1881, pg 5, col 3
Married: At the Arcade House, yesterday, by S.J. Shepler, Probate Judge, Mr.
John McGrath to Miss Rebecca Lockard, all of Barbour county. No couple has ever been
united in the holy bonds of matrimony in Barbour county who are more generally
respected and esteemed than this. The Cresset extends its
congratulations, believing that neither bride or groom will ever have reason to
regret their choice.
Dec 15, 1881, pg 5
Married: Ben S. Miller, generally known here as one
of the New Yorkers, was married at Chicago on the 23rd of last month
to Miss Josephine A. Bowen. The Post states
that the happy couple will take up their residence in Caldwell. We hope this may
be the most profitable investment that Ben ever made, that the losses may be
nothing, and the increase 100 per cent.
Dec 22, 1881, pg 5, col 2
Died: W.H. Curtis departed this life Sabbath evening
at about 5 o'clock at his residence six miles north of Kiowa. His death resulted
from a gun shot would received in the service of his country. Mr. Curtis enjoyed
the confidence and respect of all his neighbors. His death was sudden and his
family keenly feel their loss.
Jan 5, 1882
pg 5, col 1
Died: Mrs. D.A. McCanlass and her two little
girls returned last Tuesday evening. They attended the funeral of Mrs. M's
mother, Mrs. Ann C. Hughes, at Wichita, Dec.
30th, 1881. "A troubled, weary life is changed to peaceful
repose."
pg 5, col 2
Died: Last Saturday morning, Dr. Brattain
received a dispatch from Eureka stating that his daughter, Mrs. Iva Smethers, had died on the day previous. This is a sad
blow to the young husband and family of this estimable lady. Mrs. Smethers was
well known in this county and was esteemed and loved by every one who knew her.
Cut off in the bloom of womanhood, her death seems to bring unusual sadness.
Jan 26, 1882
pg 5
Married: By the Rev. J.M. Adams, at the hotel in Lake City, Barbour Co., Kansas,
on Wednesday evening, Jan. 11th, 1882, Mr. Chas. Rankin to Mrs. J.W. Lusk. This
event was celebrated by a social dance at the hotel where joy was
unconfined.
pg 5
Born: On last Thursday we noticed there was a happy smile on Lem Moore's countenance, and, on inquiry as to the cause, we
learned that it was on account of "dot leedle baby." Lem now claims to be the
father of three children and reasons it out in this wise: Last week he had one
boy in his family, and on Thursday, last, he had two (Moore) boys. It therefore
follows that he must have three boys in all. As a counter, Lem is a success.
Feb 2, 1882, pg 5, col 1
Married: T.L. O'Bryan returned here last Sunday
morning. He was married on the 15th of last December to Mrs. Nannie
Long, of Forest City, Arkansas. His bride will be
here in a short time, when they will take up their residence in the McCanlass
property. We shall gladly welcome Mr. O'Bryan and Lady as citizens here, and
wish them all the pleasures and joys this life can afford.
Feb 9, 1882
pg 5, col 1
Born: To Mr. and Mrs. Oliver, on Friday evening,
February 3rd, a nine pound girl. Oliver feels the respectability and
solemnity of the situation.
pg 5, col 2
Married: At Sun City, yesterday evening, by T.P. Whitaker, J.P., Alfred Martin to Miss Rebecca Tomlinson.
pg 5, col 2
Died: Little Jessie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. McCarty, died last Thursday, and was interred on Friday
at the Lake City cemetery.
pg 5, col 3
Married: At the residence of the bride's parents, at Kirkwood, Ill., on Tuesday,
Jan. 31st, 1882, by Rev. Thompson, Mr. George Ellis, of Bonanza, Col., to Miss Florence Chapin, of Kirkwood, Ill. The bride and groom arrived at
Medicine Lodge on Friday night last, and met a warm reception from their many
friends and acquaintances. George will return on Monday next to his home, at
Bonanza, Col., where he has been engaged for the past year in the practice of
his profession. The bride will remain with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. P.H.
Chapin, for the winter.
Feb 16, 1882
pg 1, col 6
Born: J.W. Wheat is the proudest man on the creek,
and is very affectionate to that boy of his, which arrived on the
7th. His time is wholly occupied in nursing him. [Pleasant Valley
news]
pg 4
Died: Mr. and Mrs. Carter have returned to the
Territory since the death of their little babe, which died Feb. 12th,
of pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Carter made many friends while here, and have the
sympathy of all in their sad bereavement. Miss Becky Thomas has gone to the Ter. to work for Mrs. Carter.
[Kiowa news][And see below.]
pg 4
Born: Mr. A.W. Cochran was seen in town on the
9th, smiling, shaking hands and treating the boys >cause a fine
boy made his appearance at A.W.'s on the 8th. [Kiowa news]
pg 5, col 2
Married: At Sun City, on Sunday, Feb. 12th, by Rev. J.M. Adams, Mr.
Dal Morris to Miss Darthula Puckett. The Cresset extends congratulations.
pg 5
Died: At Kiowa, Kas., Feb. 12th, at one o'clock A.M., Katie, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Carter, aged 5 months and
twenty-nine days.
Mar 2, 1882, pg 1, col 6
Anniversary: "Wooden Wedding on Mule Creek" - On the evening of the 17th, the
friends of Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Smith met at the
comfortable residence of the latter on Little Mule Creek to celebrate the wooden
wedding [anniversary] of Alonzo C. Smith to Miss Melissa Lamb. The guests, in all, numbered about seventy five, of
every age and sex; space forbids that we give the names of all present. The
supper tables could scarcely sustain their loads of luxuries, and although the
multitude was so great, yet as many more could have fared sumptuously. As the
new fledged J.P. was absent, the ceremony was not repeated, but we feel assured
that a union between such an amiable couple needs no additional vows. The "Old
Pilgrim" in a few appropriate remarks in behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, thanked
the company for their kind remembrance of the bride and groom on this occasion.
After supper, music arose, and a "promenade all" of the young folks commenced,
which lasted until day dawned on Mule Creek. Among the presents were a wash
board by Frank Streeter; butter mold by George Colins [sic]; darner by A.T.
Wilson; set of clothes pins by Clark Bunton; bread bowl by Tommy Wilson; wash
board by Johnny Watkins; butter paddle by Robert Smith, Jr.; cedar pail by Frank
Mills; towel rack by W.A. McWilliams; hat and coat rack by John A. Smith; wash
board by Chalton [sic] Smith; willow basket by M.M. Cumins; wooden bowl by N.C.
Cummins; large bread bowl by bride's parents; and broom by Alpha Updegraff. On
the bottom of a wooden bowl, the following stanza was written by the "Pilgrim
Bard" [poem follows].
Mar 16, 1882, pg 5, col 2
Married: Tonight will occur one of those social events which always puts society
on the "qui vive," viz.: the marriage of our popular young physician, Dr. Johnson, to an estimable young lady, Miss Lou Clinkscale. The ceremony will take place at the M.E.
church, and consequently, everybody may consider themselves invited. And @ Mar
23, pg 5, col 3: The marriage of Dr. R.B. Johnson and Miss Lou Clinkscale took
place at the M.E. church last Saturday evening. The church was crowded to its
utmost capacity and was handsomely decorated for the occasion. An arch of
evergreens fronted the pulpit, while back of the pulpit hung the American flag
festooned with evergreens. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Axline, after
which the bride and groom repaired to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Ewing, where supper was enjoyed by the family and a few
friends.
Mar 23, 1882
pg 5, col 1
Married: S.W. Taylor and Sarah Portnell were married in Pratt Co. last Sabbath by Rev.
A. Axline.
Apr 6, 1882
pg 5, col 1
Birthday: H. Shafer gave a dinner at Kingman this
week in honor of his sixty second birthday.
pg 5, col 1
Born: Font Shepler says he has the pleasure of
spending his evenings with the most charming young lady that ever came to
Medicine Lodge. Weight eight pounds.
pg 5, col 2
Married: The 22nd, at the residence of the bride's parents, near Hart's Mills,
by the Rev. J.N. Beall, Mr. Francis A. Record and
Miss Mary A. Kelso, all of Chatauqua County.
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