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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, July 1, 1904, L.M. Axline and Otis Lorton were editor/publishers. Local news included coverage from the surrounding communities, as well as Medicine Lodge. 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
Jan 4, 1907
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Died: Last week we printed an account of the marriage of Miss Daisy Benedict, formerly of this city, to Frank J. Wilson at Albuquerque, N.M., and this week it is our sad duty to announce the death of George H. Wilson, the husband of Violet Benedict, sister to Daisy. The following from the Albuquerque Morning Journal tells the sorrowful story: "George H. Wilson, foreman of the car department of the Santa Fe railway of this city, died at 9:10 o'clock, December 25th, at the Santa Fe hospital of pneumonia. His death was a shock to all of his friends and family. He was taken to the hospital at noon, Monday, the 24th, and lived until 9:10 Tuesday night. Mr. Wilson was born in Boston and was about 35 years old. He leaves a wife and aged mother, father and one brother. The mother, father and brother reside in Boston. His wife and her mother, Mrs. Laura Benedict, of this city, were with him when death claimed him and left in his place a memory that will live immortal in the hearts of his friends. He came west about twelve years ago and was married tin La Junta, Col., to Miss Violet Benedict, ten years ago last June." The many friends of the Benedicts here will be surprised and shocked to be called upon so soon to mourn with them, after extending best wishes for the recently married daughter. It was rather a peculiar coincidence that the names of both sons-in-law was Wilson.
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Married: J.R. Woodward, youngest son of Uncle Dick Woodward and wife and Miss Mary Burdg of Harper were married Christmas eve at the home of the bride's parents. The bride is the eldest daughter of Crawford Burdg and wife of Harper and is very popular among all of her acquaintances. Dick is a young man of sterling qualities who is sure to make his way in this world. They will make their home at Harper for the present. Mr. Woodward and his bride came over Monday for a short visit among Medicine Lodge friends. We extend our most hearty congratulations.
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Married: Louis B. Kinkaid and Nellie M. Riggins of Elm Mills township were married on New Year's Eve at the home of the bride's parents by Probate Judge Gleason. The groom is a son of T.B. Kinkaid and is a young man of excellent habits and pushing energy that will one day land him among the successful farmers of this section. The bride is a daughter of Wm. Riggins and is a young lady every way worthy of the high esteem in which she is held.
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Married: Harper L. Jarvis and Hersey P. Jewell of Elwood township were married in this city on Thursday, Dec. 27th, by Probate Judge Gleason. Mr. Jarvis is a son of A.B. Jarvis and wife and his bride is a young lady highly respected by all who have the pleasure of her acquaintance. We join the many friends of this young couple in wishing them an abundance of this world's goods and a full measure of happiness.
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Birthday: Tuesday was the 65th birthday of C.M. Ross, and a number of his friends, led by Mrs. Kauffman, walked in on him and his good wife about dinner time, laden with things calculated to refresh the inner man. They also brought a nice reading lamp which was presented by Mrs. Kauffman in a neat and appropriate speech. The following were present: Mr. and Mrs. B.S. Kauffman, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McNabb, Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Schmidt, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Romig, Mr. and Mrs. Strohl, Mrs. Nella English and daughter Marian.
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Born: A nice girl baby arrived to Fred Phye and wife just east of this city on Dec. 30. She was introduced by Dr. Coleman and Grandpa and Grandma Urton think she is all right.
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Born: Dr. Donovan reports a fine girl baby born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Ogier, who live about a mile south of Sharon, on Friday of last week, Dec. 28.
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Born: To Joe Gant and wife, Dec. 29, a daughter. Here's a hearty welcome to the little lady to the friendship of the community.
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Born/Died: A boy baby was born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Blackstone on Wednesday, January 2. The little one lived only a short time. The remains were laid to rest in Highland cemetery yesterday. Mrs. Blackstone is a daughter of Mrs. Chilcott. The parents have the sympathy of all.
Jan 11, 1907
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Died: J.R. Schofield came in from Marysville, Kansas, Tuesday, where he had been attending the funeral of C.S. Chapman, the father of Mrs. E.A. Shepardson, well known in this city, whose husband was principal of our school about six years ago. Mr. Chapman was a very prominent man of Oketo, well known throughout Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma. He was engaged in the milling business and was prominent in Masonry, as well as in other orders. Mr. Chapman and Mr. Schofield were soldiers during the war, were captured and imprisoned together in a Southern prison and both escaped at the same time, promising that if possible, the funeral of the first to die would be attended by the other. Mr. Chapman died Dec. 30 at Oketo. Mr. Schofield was in Denver and upon receiving the sad news hastened to fulfill the pledge made so many years ago.
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Married: Springfield (Mo.) Republican - "The wedding of Clara Mae McCauley and Frederick Houghton was celebrated during the holidays at the home of the bride's parents on Jefferson street. The witnesses were limited to the immediate families and a few close friends. For the occasion the house was beautifully decorated with ferns and white roses. The impressive service was said by Rev. Douglass of the First Congregational church. The bride's gown was of pale blue crepe de chine over taffeta silk. She carried a bouquet of white roses. After congratulations were tendered, the dining room was thrown open where a choice menu was served. The bride is popular and well known here. The groom is a prominent business man of Medicine Lodge, Kansas." Mr. Houghton has gained the friendship and good will of all whom he has met since coming among us and we join them in welcoming his bride to our city.
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Married: Probate Judge Gleason issued a marriage license Monday to Frederick Burgin and Maud Olivia McConnell. They were married Jan. 8th at the home of the groom's father, Robert Burgin, of Turkey township. Judge Gleason met them at the depot on their way from Woodward. They will be at home in Woodward after Jan. 15th.
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Married: David S. Fuller and Miss Ida Rutlidge of Aetna were married at Coldwater on Friday, Jan. 4th.
Jan 18, 1907
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Died: On Tuesday evening about six o'clock, January 15, Frank Fullerton, son of Wm. Fullerton and wife of Hazelton, died of typhoid pneumonia after an illness of but a few days. He was employed in the Sharon Valley State Bank previous to his illness and was a young man of exemplary habits who had won the esteem and confidence of his business associates, as well as the friendship of all his acquaintances. He was of robust constitution giving promise of a long and useful life and his sudden death was a terrible shock to his relatives and friends. He was about 24 years of age. The funeral took place at Hazelton yesterday.
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Married: At the home of the bride's mother on January 11th, 1907, at 3 o'clock p.m., Mr. Joseph N. Hargis and Miss Lillian E. Wise, Elder C.W. Owens officiating. Mr. Hargis is the son of A.J. Hargis of Lake City and the bride is one of Kiowa county's school teachers. Their many friends wish them a happy and prosperous life.
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Married: James J. Jarnagin of Kiowa and Sarah Maude Springer were married on Wednesday, January 16, 1907 by Probate Judge Garrison. The bride is the fourth daughter of James Springer and possesses the esteem and friendship of all who know her. The groom is a prosperous farmer near Kiowa and we join their friends in extending congratulations. It was Judge Garrison's first wedding and he stood the ordeal like a veteran though the other officials gathered in and tried to rattle him.
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Born: Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Skinner welcomed a nice little lady at their home on North Walnut St., Friday evening, Jan. 11th, introduced by Dr. Donovan.
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Born: The proudest man in Guthrie is J.W. McNeal. He and his wife are rejoicing over the arrival of a little grandson at the home of their daughter, Ethel, wife of Alva J. Niles, on December 24th. The youngster will have to get up and hustle if he makes good on the record of the McNeal side of his family.
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Birthday: The sixteenth birthday of Raymond Schmidt occurred Friday of last week, Jan. 11th and about 40 of his school mates gathered at his home on North Main street in the evening and made the occasion one to be remembered. Refreshments were served and the evening passed in the usual manner. All wishing him many returns of the day.
Jan 25, 1907
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Died: "Mrs. Martha Best of This City and Her Brother, Jas. Carter, of Ohio Die Same Day." Martha Carter Best died at the residence of her daughter, Mary, just west of this city Wednesday morning, January 23, 1907, aged 85 years, 6 months and 23 days. For some time Mrs. Best has been in poor health. Her age made it difficult for nature to assist in righting wrongs and for medicine to effect much. Her death, while not unexpected, is nonetheless a shock to her children and to the many friends the cheerful, intelligent and kindly old lady had made in our midst. Martha Carter, one of a family of nine, born at Halifax, Yorkshire, England, June 30, 1822. Married John Best. She was the mother of four children, two of whom are now living, Thos. J. and Mary, both of this city. Five grandchildren survive her, three in England and two in America. Her husband died in 1897 and Mrs. Best came to Medicine Lodge where she has since resided. A brother and sister live in England, a brother in Ohio and a sister in Pennsylvania. Early in life Mrs. Best joined the Methodist church and lived a consistent Christian to the day of her death, passing away in the triumphs of a living faith. The Bests have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. Death has called from them their mother, a grand old lady, kind, gentle and homeloving, yet withal of strong mentality and widely informed. To dust must our bodies all return and we can only sympathize with those who suffer and sorrow with those who mourn. [Martha Carter Best's brother, James, died at Alliance, Ohio, apparently the same day as his sister. He was 83 at the time of his death, but he had lived in the United States for "fifty years or more."]
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Married: We clip the following regarding the marriage of Fordy Woodard from the Alva Review. F.G. Woodard is a son of Ben Woodard and wife, formerly of this city. The Woodard boys grew to young manhood here and Fordy has many friends here, including the Cresset, who will remember him and wish him and his wife long life, joy and success. "Last Saturday evening at the home of Dr. and Mrs. A.W. Clark occurred the marriage of Miss Louvilla Cox to F.G. Woodard of our city. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Newby of the Christian Church in the presence of a few intimate friends and relatives of the contracting parties. The sudden news of the marriage came as quite a surprise to the many friends of the groom. Mr. Woodard has grown to manhood in our town and it is with interest we have noted his success in the business world. He was for several years head man in Share's Clothing department, but recently resigned that position to go into the real estate business with C.E. Pray. Everyone likes Ford and it is with hosts of other friends that we speak for this couple a bright and prosperous life."
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Married: The following notice of marriage was taken from the Alva Pioneer. Wm. A. Cummins is a nephew to the Pilgrim Bard, Orange S. Cummins: "Married at the residence of the bride's parents, Faulkner, Okla, Sunday evening, Jan. 6th, Miss Ollie M. Faulkner and Mr. Wm. A. Cummings, also of Faulkner, Rev. Eaton officiating. Only the immediate friends and relatives were present. Miss Ollie is one of Woods County's most estimable young ladies and the groom has made a wise selection in choosing her for that dearest of all companionships in married life. The groom is a well known and rising young farmer of that community and we join with their many friends in wishing them a long and happy life."
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Married: William Stores of this city and Miss Zelma Auner of Moreland, Okla., eloped from this point, went to Alva and were probably married yesterday. The bride is a sister of Mrs. Robt. E. Bigham of this city, and it was while visiting her sister she met Mr. Stores and acquaintance soon ripened into love. For years, Wm. Stores, known as "Red," has been the target of Cupid's darts; many narrow escapes has he run and doubtless a few scars he bears, but at last he has been bound with the golden chains and William Stores Zelma Auner in the matrimonial boat for the voyage of life. And at Feb 1, 1907, pg 5, col 2: Wm. Stores and bride returned from their elopement wedding trip last Saturday night. Instead of going to Alva they went to Anthony and were married. As near as we can learn, opposition to the match has ceased and everything is serene.
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Born: Dr. Donovan reports a fine 10 pound girl at the residence of C.W. Smith and wife which arrived Jan. 17th. The parents reside about 12 miles west of here in Lake City township.
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Born: Geo. A. Axline and wife, of Albion, Idaho, where George is president of the State Normal School, are the proud parents of a boy born January 19. George and wife now have a girl and boy.
Feb 1, 1907
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Died: On Monday, January 28th, 1907, Dr. J.K. Osborne died at his home about six miles west of this city, of cancer of the stomach. While the Dr.'s health had not been the best for some time, he was not considered in any danger until within the last few days and was confined to his bed less than a week. Dr. Osborne was born in Morgan county, Ohio, in 1826 and was at the time of his death 80 years of age. He moved to Saline county in 1866 and was married to Isabelle Garvin, July 3rd, 1867. In 1890, he moved to Barber county, near Medicine Lodge where he resided until his death. He leaves a wife and three sons, F.F. Osborne and W.W. Osborne, who reside at Oklahoma City, and J.B. Garvin Osborne who has been living with his parents. The Dr. was a member of the order of Odd Fellows and was an old soldier, having enlisted in the 26th Ohio and was appointed surgeon of his regiment. Dr. J.K. Osborne was twice married. He married his first wife in Ohio. Six children were born to the union, two of whom, Frank and William, of Oklahoma City, survive him. Dr. Osborne was born Aug. 24, 1826. One of his last requests was that he be buried with the Bible in one hand and the Mail and Breeze in the other. Dr. Osborne was not a professor of religion, but he believed in the Bible and was a student of God's word. His religious leanings were toward the Presbyterian Church. His dying request was for the Bible to be buried in his clasped hands. The short funeral services were held at his late home 5 miles west and north of Medicine Lodge and was conducted by Elder Barnum of the Christian Church, after which the I.O.O.F. took charge of the body and laid him away in the Medicine Lodge cemetery north of the city, there to await the call at the last day when the grave shall give up her dead.
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Died: Coats Courant - Harold L., the little adopted son of Mr. and Mrs. L. Hawkins died Friday morning, January 18th, 1907, of pneumonia, aged 13 months. He had been sick only one week and everything that human hands could do was done to prolong his life, but it seemed that he was not born to live in this sinful world.
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Married: Fred Thresher and Miss Bessie Ida Tilden were married at the office of the Probate Judge, this city, by Judge Garrison, on Thursday evening, January 31. The happy couple are of Isabel, though the bride has lately resided in this city. The groom is a splendid young man and proprietor of a livery stable at Isabel. The bride is a daughter of Harry I. Tilden and is a bright, handsome young woman with a wide circle of friends. We extend most hearty and sincere congratulations.
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Born: To Mr. and Mrs. Dave Iford, a son. The interesting event occurred January 24th, 1907. [Mumford news]
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Married: Miss Maud McGarrah, daughter to B.F. McGarrah and wife, was married to Ernest Row at Butte, Montana, Jan 15. Mr. Row formerly lived at Kiowa.
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Born: To M.V. Lewis and wife on Monday, Jan. 21st, a fine boy. Dr. Donovan.
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Born: Dr. W.H. Moore reports a fine young lady at the home of Green Harris and wife, who arrived on Thursday of last week, Jan. 24th. Father and daughter will both celebrate Jan. 24 as their birthday.
Feb 8, 1907
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Died: James F. Mitchell, who has been employed for some time on the A.D. Shaw ranch southwest of this city a short distance, died suddenly from apoplexy of the heart Sunday afternoon, Feb. 3rd. He had partaken of a hearty dinner and went out to walk about the place and look after the cattle and feed. Not returning when expected, a search was made and his son found him dead less than half a miles from the house in a corn field. It seems that Mr. Mitchell has suffered from heart trouble for some time and his death was not altogether unexpected. Coroner VanDewalker decided that an inquest was unnecessary as it was evident that death was due to natural causes. Deceased was 49 years of age. He leaves a wife and six children, five sons and one daughter. He was a member of the Church of God, a good man and respected citizen. The funeral occurred from the Shaw ranch Wednesday morning, conducted by Rev. W.H. Moore of the M.E. church, this city. And on Feb 15, pg 1, col 4, a Card of Thanks signed Mrs. James Mitchell and children.
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Married: At the M.E. church in this city, on Wednesday evening, Feb. 6, 1907, Mr. Marvin M. Williams was united in the bonds of holy matrimony with Miss Mary Fairley, Rev. W.H. Moore, pastor of the church, officiating. The wedding was one of the pleasantest social events that has occurred in the city. The church was filled with the friends of the contracting parties, when, shortly after the appoint hour, 7:30, the bride and groom appeared and, to the strains of Lohengrin's wedding march, passed down the north aisle of the church to the altar. After a short, impressive ceremony, passed through the south aisle and out of the church. Mrs. D.W. Major presided at the organ. The bride was attired in a beautiful and becoming blue dress. The groom wore conventional black. The bride is a daughter of J.B. Fairley and wife who reside on their farm north of this city. She is well known and highly respected. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. L.T. Williams of this city and grew to manhood here. The happy couple have the best wishes of everybody. They departed the next morning for Wichita.
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Married: The Wichita Beacon announced that a marriage license was issued Wednesday, Feb. 6, to Floyd N. Hillmon of Medicine Lodge and Lucretia Mahaffer of Burlington, Kansas. Mr. Hillmon is the cashier and telegraph operator at the Santa Fe depot in this city, is a good business man and well liked. The happy couple arrived here last evening and will make their home with Judge and Mrs. C.S. Gleason until they can secure a house.
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Died: At the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Ida Miller, Monday morning at one o'clock, Feb. 4th, Mrs. Noah Warrenstaff [sic], aged 78 years, 3 months and 28 days. Asenath Couger was born Oct. 7th, 1828 in Pendleton Co., West Virginia, was married to Noah Warrenstaff in that county Sept. 27th, 1854. She was converted and joined the Methodist church at the age of 23 and those who were acquainted with her know that she truly lived a Christian life. They moved to Kansas in 1878 and have lived in Barber Co., about twenty-nine years. They built a house about two miles north of Lake, where they lived until two years ago, and since that time they have resided with their daughters. Mrs. Warrenstaff has been afflicted with rheumatism for twenty years. During that time she has been powerless to help herself. Although she has suffered so much, she was ever happy and cheerful, looking always on the bright side. She leaves a husband and five children, Jacob Warrenstaff who lives near Lake, Henry in Harper, Mrs. Davis in Arizona, Mrs. English in Medicine Lodge and Mrs. Miller east of Lake City. She was buried Tuesday afternoon, funeral services being held at the Methodist church in Lake, Rev. Moore of Medicine Lodge preached the funeral sermon assisted by Rev. Gilmore. She was laid to rest in the Lake City cemetery. How cheerless the home seems without her, we know for we have been through it all and the days seem so long without mother. [Memorial thoughts and poem follow.] And Feb 15th, pg 1, col 4: A Card of Thanks signed by Noah Warnstaff; J.S. Warnstaff and family; Henry Warnstaff and family; Ben English and family; Gideon and family; and Mrs. Davis.
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Born/Died: The home of J. Griffin and wife was brightened on Friday of last week by the arrival of a baby, but their happiness was turned to sorrow the next day when the little eyes were closed forever and the soul returned from whence it came. The sympathy of this community is extended to the parents.
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Born: An awfully nice girl baby was born to E.A. Grandstaff and wife Saturday morning of last week, February 3, at the residence of B.S. Kauffman and wife, parents of Mrs. G., this city. Dr. Coleman in attendance. Everybody is getting along nicely and Grandpa Kauffman is getting prouder every day.
Feb 15, 1907
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Married: At the office of the Probate Judge at the court house, this city, Probate Judge Garrison officiating, Mr. Frank Huitt was married to Miss Florence Twyman, on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at about 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon. Both the contracting parties are of Isabel. Judge Garrison seems to be as popular as his predecessor, Judge Gleason, as a tier of matrimonial knots. The bride's people live near Nashville, Kas. The groom is one of the best young farmers in Valley township. The young couple are well known in the northeast part of this county and have the respect of everybody. The Cresset joins their many friends in hearty congratulations and best wishes.
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Married: A marriage license was issued Wednesday to Claude B. Stockstill and Bertha Rice, both of Sharon township. Mr. Stockstill is a son of T.B. Stockstill and is one of Sharon's most popular and prosperous young men. The bride is a niece of Mrs. B.F. Kemp and is a young lady possessing those qualities that most endear her to her acquaintances. We understand they were to be married at Kiowa yesterday.
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Marriage License: Issued yesterday afternoon [Thursday, Feb 14th] for the marriage of Jesse Newkirk and Annice Johnson, both of Kiowa.
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Born: To Newton Warren and wife on Wednesday night, Feb. 13th, a fine boy. Dr. Kociell. Mr. Warren resides about 7 miles north of this city.
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Birthday: A crowd of girls numbering in all about twenty-five gathered last Saturday [Feb. 9th] afternoon at the residence of H.P. Selling on Kansas Avenue west to help celebrate Miss Mamie's eleventh birthday. They were royally entertained from two until five. Games were played and refreshments were served. Miss Mamie received several nice presents and the jolly crowd departed wishing her many more happy birthdays.
Feb 22, 1907
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Died: "Hugh Rankin of This County Called to the Great Beyond" - Sorrow was spread throughout our county this week by the announcement that Hugh Rankin was dead. He died at a hospital in Wichita on Sunday, February 17th and was buried in Highland Cemetery, this city, on Wednesday, the 20th. Early in the winter the relatives and friends of Mr. Rankin became alarmed as to his condition and at their request he went to Alva and took osteopath treatment. He thought the treatment helped him. He returned to his home in the northeast part of this county in January. He soon became worse and on the 8th of this month was taken to a hospital at Wichita with the hope that an operation might remove the cause and save his life. An operation was performed on the 12th, but it was unavailing and Hugh passed from life. It is said that his trouble was cancer of the stomach. However that is, it was stomach and bowel trouble and it seems that Mr. Rankin has had the trouble for several years, though he never complained and it was only known to his family and intimate friends. Hugh Rankin was born in Scotland, March 8, 1860. He came to this country with his parents when about 8 years of age. The family first located in Indiana. They came from a coal district in the old country and worked in the mines in this country for a time. In1884 he came to Harper county, Kas. In 1885, he returned to Indiana and on March 3, was married to Miss Emma Webber, at Clinton. In 1885, he settled on land in the northeast corner of Barber county and has made his home there practically ever since, though he lived on year on Elm creek a few miles north of this city in this township. The deceased is survived by his wife and two boys, Henry and William, his aged father, Henry Rankin, his sister, Mrs. George Kernohan, and brothers John, Archie and George, all of this county, and sister Mrs. Harrison of Indiana and brother Henry Rankin, Jr., of Byron, Okla. It will be remembered that his mother died quite suddenly at Harper November 26, 1906. [See Nov 30, 1906 for death of Hugh Rankin's mother, Mary Archibald Rankin.] Hugh Rankin was one of those men of sterling qualities, rugged honesty and frank fairness. He was member of the Board of County Commissioners this county and was on the board when the bond compromises were carried out which took our county out of the column of hopeless indebtedness and placed it in a position to meet its obligations. As an official, he had the confidence of all, as a neighbor he was liked and respected and as a father and citizen he was all that could be desired. He was a member of the A.F.&A.M., the A.O.U.W., and the Woodmen. He carried $4,000 or $5,000 insurance in the last two named orders. As a Mason, he was earnest and enthusiastic, often coming to this city a number of miles to attend lodge. The remains arrived in this city Tuesday afternoon and were laid to rest, the ceremonies being conducted by Delta Lodge 77, A.F.&A.M., of this city. A large number of people attend the funeral and one of the strongest tributes to the deceased's true worth was the large attendance of neighbors and friends from the section of the county in which he had lived so long. Words are inadequate to express the sorrow of the relatives, friends and neighbors. A good man and a good citizen is gone. His residence among us was good for us on account of the frank manliness and honesty he taught by his daily life. [Memorial resolutions of Delta Lodge follow. An additional fraternal resolution appears on Mar 1, 1907, pg 5.]
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Married: Hiram Saunders and Josie Martin, both of Hazelton township, were married in this city on Wednesday, February 20th, by Probate Judge Garrison. The young couple are among the most popular young people in their locality and deserve the good wishes that are extended to them by their neighbors.
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Born: To Lloyd Davis and wife of Sharon township, on Monday, February 18th, a girl. Dr. Donovan.
Mar 1, 1907
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Died: Laura, the two year old child of Robert Bigham and wife died Tuesday, Feb. 26th of pneumonia. The little one had been suffering from a severe cold for some time which developed into pneumonia last week. The parents live in tents on the end of the lake west of the bus barn. The funeral occurred Wednesday at 2:00 from the residence of the child's grandparents, J.W. Bigham and wife, conducted by Rev. W.H. Moore, pastor of the M.E. Church.
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Married: Mrs. Ellen Stevens announces the marriage of her daughter Gertrude and Walter Cushenbery on Wednesday evening, March 6th, 7 p.m., at the Baptist church, Medicine Lodge. And Mar 8, pg 1: One of the nicest weddings that has occurred here for a long time took place at the Baptist church Wednesday evening at 7:00 o'clock, when Walter L., only son of Dr. and Mrs. J.T. Cushenbery, and Gertrude, youngest daughter of Mrs. Ellen Stevens, were united in the holy bonds of wedlock. A little after the hour set, the groom entered the church accompanied by Henry Hanson, his groomsman, and passing around the east aisle was met at the altar by the bride-to-be, accompanied by her brother and her bridesmaid, Miss Alma Shell, where a very impressive ceremony, taken partly from the Baptist and partly from the Episcopal rituals, was performed. The bride's sister, Mrs. Luther, played the wedding march. The bride was beautifully dressed in white and wore white carnations in her hair, a combination that was very becoming. After the ceremony, the happy couple with many of their friends repaired to the home of the bride's mother where a wedding supper was served, after which they took the evening train for Kansas City. A very large crowd was at the depot to wish them God-speed and to fill the seats and aisles with rice. Mr. Cushenbery intends to locate at Wann, I.T., in the brokerage business after a week's honeymoon. The many friends of the young couple in this city extend to them the most hearty congratulations and best wishes for their future happiness and prosperity.
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Born: T.L. Lindley is grandpa some more. A fine boy baby was born to his daughter, Mrs. Essie Scott, at Wichita, Monday, February 25.
Mar 8, 1907
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Married: In the parlor of the Grand Hotel, this city, at high noon, Wednesday, March 6, Robert C. Benet and Miss Nine Maud Foster, both of Kiowa, were united in marriage, Probate Judge Garrison officiating.
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Married: Probate Judge Garrison issued a marriage license on Tuesday of this week to Arthur Ray and Gertrude May Mitchell, both of Kiowa. The young couple were married there by the Rev. Kitch of Kiowa.
Mar 15, 1907
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Died: H. Clay Evans, father of Mrs. W.C. Miller of this city, died at Roswell. N.M., on March 4th ag the age of 65 years. Mr. Evans was well known in Barber county having resided here a number of years in early days and was one of the prominent stockmen of this section. The Inquirer (Gonzales, Texas) in noting his death says: "Mr. Frank Priestley received a telegram this morning from Rosell, N.M., conveying news of the death of his wife's father, Mr. H. Clay Evans, which occurred in that city on Monday night, March 4, at 9 o'clock after a prolonged illness. While he had been in bad health for a year, it was only recently that his condition became critical. Mr. Evans was well known in Gonzales county, where he resided for many years. He was a member of Terry's Texas Rangers and was with Hood's Brigade. He served throughout the war with credit to himself as a man. He resided in Gonzales until the year 1888, when he removed to Kansas City. Here he remained for some time, but recently has been located with his family in Roswell, N.M. News of his death was received with sadness by his friends in t his section who knew and esteemed him. He is survived by a wife and several children, two of whom are in this city, Mrs. Frank Priestley and Mrs. Carrie Miller, the latter having arrived several days ag on a visit to her sister. Mr. Priestly left this afternoon for Roswell."
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Died: Preston C. Patton, who died at his home on North Main Street at 4:00 o'clock Sunday morning, March 10, 1907, was born in Monroe county, Tennessee, April 1st, 1875. He was 31 years, 11 months and 10 days old. The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at the Methodist Episcopal church. A large crowd of people attended the services and accompanied the procession to the cemetery where his remains were laid to rest. Preston Patton was a consistent Christian gentleman. He first united with the Congregational church in the winter of 1897. He transferred his membership to the Methodist Episcopal church in the year 1902, and was a faithful member of the same until his death. On the death of Mr. Patton, the community sustains the loss of an excellent citizen; his family loses a kind father and husband. The many friends of the family extend hearty sympathy to all the bereaved, but especially to Mrs. Patton and her two children. The relatives of the deceased desire to express their gratitude to their neighbors and friends for the help and sympathy which was given throughout the sickness and death of Mr. Patton.
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Married: V.E. Sleeper and Miss Emily S. Simmons were married by Probate Judge Garrison on Monday, March 12th, at the residence of the bride's father, J. Simmons. Mr. Sleeper is the son of Mr. and Mrs. V.C. Sleeper of Valley township and is a hard working and successful young farmer. Miss Simmons is the eldest daughter of J. Simmons residing on Second Avenue West and is a young lady possessing many admirable traits and good judgment which it her for the responsibilities of a farmer's wife. Vic had intended to steal a march on his friends and not let them know of his marriage, but the actions of Judge Garrison created a suspicion in this office that something was doing and the stir at the Simmons residence settled it. Judge Garrison has not been in the position so long but that a close observer can tell the nature of his errand.
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Born: Fred Elliott and wife are the proud parents of a fine 10 pound girl baby which was born March 7th. Fred is located at Chickasha, I.T.
Mar 22, 1907
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Anniversary: "Fifty Years of Married Happiness" - The fiftieth anniversary of the marriage of Dr. and Mrs. W.H. Moore was celebrated on Saturday, March 16th, in a most pleasing manner. It was in the nature of a surprise to the Dr. and his wife,, gotten up by their children and friends. The guests were continually coming and going between the hours of 3 and 5 in the afternoon and after 7 in the evening, each one anxious to grasp the hands of Dr. and Mrs. Moore and express their friendship and esteem and congratulate them on their arrival at this station on the journey through life. They were the recipients of many beautiful and useful presents, each carrying the good will of the donor. Dr. Moore was born in Vermillion county, Indiana on the 10th day of August, 1838 and his wife on April 14, 1840, at Shelbyville in the same state. They were married March 17, 1857, at Bloomfield, Iowa. Six children were born to this union, all of whom were present at the anniversary with the exception of one daughter who died in infancy. The children present were: Lemrick W. Moore and wife of Alva, Okla.; Della E. Palmer, husband and family, Daisy A. Rackley, husband and family, all of Medicine Lodge; Mrs. Gail Newkirk of Kiowa, Kansas and Gladys Moore, single. The Dr. was a soldier in the Civil War, having enlisted in Co. F of the 30th Iowa Vol. Infantry, was honorably discharged at Washington, D.C., in June 1864. Dr. Moore and wife came to Medicine Lodge in 1883, having formerly lived in Ft. Scott and also in Sumner county. Their children have grown up to be an honor and a blessing to them in their old age and their future is as bright in prospect as usually falls to the lot of man. MLC
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Married: Hiram Cushenbery and Alpha Tincher were married at Sharon on Friday, March 15, by the Rev. H.C. Brown. Both of these young people have won the esteem and confidence of their neighbors and the Cresset joins in wishing them a long and happy life.
Mar 29, 1907
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Died: Ella C., wife of S.B. Rohrer of Isabel, this county, died at Topeka, Kans., Sunday, March 17, 1907. The following account is from the Topeka Daily Herald of March 21: "The funeral of Mrs. S.B. Rohrer was held yesterday afternoon from 1634 College avenue where she died last Sunday evening. The large number of floral offerings almost covered the casket. The services were in charge of Rev. Ira M. Benham, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal church of LaHarpe, Kansas, and a former pastor of Mrs. Rohrer. The following relatives of the family were present: R.F. McGregor and wife of Elkhart, Ind., Mrs. Eliza Rohrer and Mrs. Barber of Wichita, Mrs. H.W. Rohrer of Springfield, Ill., Ralph McGregor and wife and Frank Appleton of Chillicothe, Ill. The interment was in the Topeka cemetery. The following close friends of the family acted as pallbearers: Hon. F.D. Coburn, Justice A.L. Green, F.L. Peacock, C.E. Gault, D.H. Brannaman, and Norman Wear. Ella C. McGregor was born in Dayton, Ohio, October 16, 1860. She grew to womanhood in the city of her birth. There on February 8, 1883, she was married to Samuel B. Rohrer. Soon after their marriage they came to Kansas, locating first at Newton. Later they went to Denver, Col., where they lived four years. The rest of their married life was spent in Kansas. They lived eight years at LeRoy, Coffey county, and three years in Topeka. For the last two years they have lived on their ranch near Isabel, Kansas. Five years ago, Mrs. Rohrer had an attack of typhoid fever from which she never fully rallied. Last September Mr. Rohrer took her to Ohio to visit relatives in the hope of reviving her fast declining health, but that hope was not realized. About six weeks ago they came to Topeka that she might be near her son, Ralph, who is a student at Washburn college. For the past six months Mrs. Rohrer has been a helpless invalid, requiring the constant care of her husband who had given up all business matters to minister to her. She leaves a husband, a daughter, Blanche, and son, Ralph.
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Anniversary: The neighbors and friends of W.E. Calloway planned and carried out a very pleasant surprise for the 20th anniversary of their wedding which occurred on Friday of last week, March 22nd. Those present were: L.D. Elliot and family, Dave Funk and family, L.A. Baldwin and family, Miss Elsie Schwatken and Allen E. Herr. An elegant supper was spread before the guests to which ample justice was done and all joined in wishing Mr. Calloway and his estimable wife many returns of the day.
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Born: Another ray of sunshine has brightened the lives of Fred Moomau and wife in the person of a little daughter which arrived Friday, March 22, with Dr. Updegraff as master of ceremonies.
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Died: Ellen, the six weeks old child of Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Gwinup, of Oklahoma, died Monday evening, March 24th of congestion of the lungs. Mrs. Gwinup is a daughter of James Burgoyne of this city. The parents took the remains to their home south of Kiowa Tuesday for burial. They were here on a visit when the child was taken sick.
Apr 5, 1907
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Died: On Friday morning of last week, this community was shocked to learn of the death of Earl Holmes which occurred at his mother's home in this city on Thursday night, March 28, 1907, at 10:10. For the last two days his condition was considered serious by his physicians but the public was unaware of the seriousness of his case and the news came to many as though one of their own relatives, for Earl was universally like and respected. The cause of his death was aneurism of abdominal aorta, the technical term for the dilation or breaking down of the walls of the large artery connecting the left ventricle in the heart and the abdomen. Earl Franklin Holmes was born in Riverside, Iowa, on December 3, 1878 and was at the time of his death 28 years, 3 months and 25 days old. He leaves a wife and one child, a daughter, besides his mother, Mrs. M.M. Holmes, two sisters, Mrs. Jas. Dobbs and Miss Gay Holmes, and his grandmother, Mrs. P.J. Boyd. His parents came to Kansas in 1887 and resided at Kiowa for a number of years when they removed to Medicine Lodge. In 1894, the family removed to Kansas City where Earl's father died two years later. Earl had suffered greatly with his eyes for many years and his residence in Kansas City seemed to aggravate his complaint. The family returned to this city in 1901 in hopes of the change being beneficial. In December of that year, he was married to Miss Mamie Cole, daughter of P.B. Cole and wife and to this union was born one daughter, Lois, now three years old. While in Kansas City Mr. Holmes united with the Tabernacle Baptist church in 1896. The funeral services were held at the residence of his brother-in-law Jas. Dobbs on Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W.A. Cain, pastor of the Baptist church at Caldwell, assisted by Rev. W.M. Covert, pastor of the Presbyterian church of this city. The services were attended by a large number of friends of the deceased and the family who followed the casket to its last resting place in Highland cemetery. Earl Holmes earned and held the esteem and friendship of all with whom he came in contact. His pleasant manner, honesty and manliness won for him a warm place in the heart of his associates. His love and devotion to his family made the parting more agonizing, but will sooner heal the wounds. It is needless to add that the family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their terrible loss. [See Reel #M871, at December 12, 1902 for marriage of Earl Holmes to Mamie Cole. The birth of their daughter is found in the same reel, at May 20, 1904.]
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Died: Harry N. Brownhill, brother of Mrs. Fred Merrill, died at the home of his sister in this city on Wednesday, April 3, 1907 at 2:45 in the morning, of consumption. The remains were escorted to the train yesterday by the Masons of which order Mr. Brownhill was a member, to be taken to Trenton, Mo., where under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge of that city, he will be laid by the side of his wife, who died several years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Merrill, Mr. Brownhill's daughter Nellie and Mrs. John Merrill accompanied the body. The father of the deceased will meet them at Kansas City and accompany them to Trenton. Mr. Brownhill, who was 45 years of age, leaves two children, a daughter Nellie, 14 years of age, well known to residents of this city, and a son Charley, 16 years of age. Mr. Brownhill has been a sufferer from consumption for many months and was compelled to give up his position as locomotive engineer on that account.
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Died: Harriet A. Draper, wife of Alexander Draper, died at her home on Bear Creek, south of Lake City, on Wednesday, April 3, 1907, at the age of 77 years. Mrs. Draper has been suffering from the grip and rheumatism for some time. The remains were brought to this city and laid to rest in the Highland cemetery yesterday evening. The family, who have recently moved into their new community in their bereavement. Mr. Draper had recently purchased a home in this city where he intended to pass the remainder of his days. Also on Apr 12, 1907, pg 5, col 3: The Silent Reaper has again been in our midst and took away from among us a beloved wife and mother. Harriet Abigail Skinner was born in Vermillion county, Indiana, August 15, 1830, was married to Alexander Draper October 15, 1850, in Vermillion county, Indiana. She died April 3 at 7 p.m. at the home of her son, Wm. Draper in Lake City township. The remains were interred in the Highland Cemetery at Medicine Lodge April 4. A short but very impressive service was held at the grave. She is survived by a husband and a son, two children have predeceased her, a son who died in infancy and a daughter who was a young lady when she died. Two grandchildren, Lew Draper of Lake City township and Miss Nannie Woods in Caddo county, Okla, also survive her. She was 76 years, 7 months and 18 days old at the time of her death. Life is not measured by the time we live. A beautiful life ends not in death. [Card of Thanks follows signed by Alexander Draper, Wm. Draper and wife, Lew Draper and wife.] [Bear Creek news]
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Born/Died: A little daughter came to the home of Frank Strickland and wife March 28th, but God had need of the tiny babe and it went to sleep the next morning. And all that remains to them is just a precious member. "Two little feet 'neath earth's brown sod. Two little wings somewhere safe with God."
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Died: Again "the silver angel with sad, sable wings," has made a visit to Lake City. After only a few hours illness, Mrs. Albert Heflin died at her home near Lake Saturday morning, the 30th of March. Lu Burton Heflin was born in Ohio Co., Ky., March 28th, 1869, was married at Coldwater, Kansas, to Albert Heflin, June 3, 1886. She leaves an aged mother, a husband, eight children and two step-sons whose lives are shadowed by the loss that has fallen upon them. Mrs. Heflin has long been a resident of Lake City, and all who were acquainted with her knew that she was a good woman. She was a mother in every sense of the word, seldom away from home, never complaining, but doing the best that she could and living a pure, good life. She was a professed Christian and therefore not afraid of death. Funeral services were held at the M.E. church Saturday afternoon March 30th. Rev. Gilmore preached the funeral sermon and she was buried in the Lake City cemetery. Seldom have the people of Lake City known such sadness as the taking away of this mother from her family of little ones. There was not a heart that did not ache. It is so hard to understand why God should still the beating of that mother's heart, for there is no one upon this earth who can take her place, words of comfort; words of comfort it would be vain to speak now, but perhaps after a while we may come to know that it was for the best. Let us think that, "She sleeps who yesterday was tired, she who was weary rests." [Additional sympathetic phrases follow.] Mr. Al Heflin and children desire to express their thanks and appreciation of the many acts of kindness by friends and neighbors during the illness and death of the wife and mother.
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Born: Dr. Donovan reports a fine little girl born to Thomas Balmer and wife on Saturday morning, March 30, 1907.
Apr 12, 1907
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Died: John H. Ricke, an old man about 60 years of age who lives on the old Frank Shell place between here and Sharon, was driving north from his place Monday when a tug became unhitched and the horse, which was used by the family and considered very gentle, ran away and threw Mr. Ricke out. The accident occurred a little after 12 o'clock and Mr. Ricke was found about 2:30 by mail carrier Ward who, with the assistance of neighbors, carried him to his home. Dr. J.W. VanDewalker of this city was summoned, but Mr. Ricke died at 5:30 from internal hemorrhage. Mr. Ricke leaves a wife and seven children. He came here from Marion county about two years ago.
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Married: Probate Judge Garrison issued a marriage license Tuesday to R.L. Cormick of Soloman, Kas., and Miss P.H. Hull of Moore township, this county. We have been unable to learn just when the ceremony took place, but it is almost safe to presume that the happy couple were joined together on Wednesday, April 10, at the home of the bride's parents. The bride is a daughter of John Hull and wife, of Moore township, and is a very estimable young lady. The Cresset extends best wishes.
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Married: Noah Mills and Mrs. Minnie Crum of Lake City township were married by Probate Judge Garrison on Monday, April 8, 1907. Mr. Mills is one of our prosperous farmers and is a brother of Jeff and Landon Mills. His wife is a sister of Mrs. S.P. Wilson. Also at pg 5, col 4: On last Monday afternoon, Noah Mills gathered up his Crumbs and went down to the court house in Medicine Lodge before Judge Garrison and the twain were made one. Noah is a brother of L.C. and Jeff Mills and Mrs. Press Parr. His bride, Mrs. Minnie Crumb [sic] is a sister of Mrs. Govan Mills, Mrs. S.P. Wilson, Mrs. Crick, Mrs. Adams and the Hittle boys. We extend the glad hand of congratulation to Mr. and Mrs. Mills. [Celebratory poem follows.]
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Died: Mrs. C.C. Arterburn, mother of A.M. Houchin and Roy Arterburn of this city, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.J. Shyrer in El Dorado, Kansas, on Monday, April 8th, 1907. Mrs. Arterburn was stricken with paralysis about three months ago. Mrs. Arterburn was a quiet, unassuming Christian woman with a great desire to lighten the burdens of all with whom she came in contact. We clip the following from the El Dorado Times: "Mrs. Caroline Arterburn died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.J. Shyrer Sunday evening, April 7 [sic], after several months' illness with paralysis. Caroline C. Hedges was born in Logan county, Illinois, December 20, 1838, was married to Wm. Houchin November 27, 1859, at the same place. Mr. Houchin was killed in the battle of Bowling Green, Kentucky, in 1862, leaving her with three small children. She was married to Dr. G.N. Arterburn November 2, 1869 and with him came to Kansas in 1878, locating in El Dorado. Mr. Arterburn died in 1883. Mrs. Arterburn was a faithful member of the Christian church and was a woman of true Christian character. Since her husband's death she has made her home with her children. She had a stroke of paralysis at the home of her daughter's in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, in December and Mrs. Shyrer went down and brought her here. For a time after her El Dorado in March, she seemed improved, but all hope for her recovery was given up several days before her death. Her five children were all with her at the time of her demise. A.M. Houchin and Roy Arterburn of Medicine Lodge, Mrs. Freemont Huston of Perry, Oklahoma, Mrs. Rose Withers of Ft. Smith, Arkansas and Mrs. W.J. Shyrer of El Dorado. The funeral will be held at the Christian church at 2 p.m. Tuesday, conducted by Rev. S.W. Brown. Interment follows in Belle Vista."
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Born: The stork found its way to the home of Harry Campbell and wife Thursday April 4th and left a ten pound baby daughter. [Lake City news]
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Born: To Wm. Curtis and wife a fine girl baby, on Friday April 5th. Dr. Moore.
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Born: To John Bloom and wife of Mingona township on Monday April 8, 1907, a girl. Dr. Moore.
Apr 19, 1907
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Married: On Monday Probate Judge Garrison issued a marriage license to George Cook of Kingman county and Sarah Lacy of this city. they were married Wednesday evening at the home of the bride by the Rev. W.H. Moore, pastor of the M.E. church of this city. Mr. Cook is a prosperous farmer of our neighboring county and is a man who carries his fifty years with ease while his bride is eight years his junior. The Cresset joins in wishing the happy couple many years of joy and prosperity.
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Marriage License: Probate Judge Garrison issued a license on Monday to Egbert Howard Blair of eastern Barber and Edna D. Brown of Harper county.
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Died: Axcia M., wife of J.L. Southard of Sharon, Kansas, died at her home in Sharon on Saturday, April 13th, and was buried in the cemetery at Sharon April 14. The funeral was at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. W.H. Moore of Medicine Lodge. A large number of the friends of the family attended the funeral. Axcia M. Tschapp was born April 20, 1867, in the state of Indiana. She was married to T.L. Southard at Medicine Lodge, Kas., May 3, 1890. She leaves a husband and five children, three girls and two boys, to mourn her loss. Her father, Washington Tschapp, two of her sisters and Mr. and Mrs. Mussen, relatives to the family, attended the funeral. Many friends and neighbors of the bereaved husband and children extend sympathy.
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Died: Elna, the three year old daughter of A. McCuen and wife residing about three miles east of this city, died on Monday, April 15th of typhoid malaria. The funeral services were held Tuesday at the family residence conducted by Elder Barnum, and the interment made in Highland cemetery. Edna was the only daughter and was the idol of her parents and brothers. The stricken family have the sympathy of this community.
Apr 26, 1907
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Anniversary: "Rouse Silver Wedding. Wallace T. Rouse and Wife Celebrate Their Silver Wedding at Wichita." There was a time when every man, woman and child in Barber county knew Walt Rouse. He was County Treasurer, County Clerk and held other positions about the court house. When he married his estimable wife (a Miss Saunders) in Sedgwick county, they came at once to t his city to live. Though the Rouses have left here and are enjoying prosperity in Wichita, their many friends rejoice with them on their arrival at the 25th milestone of wedded life, wish them every success and express the hope that they may be able to celebrate their golden and diamond weddings. We clip the following account of the silver wedding from the Wichita Eagle of April 17. April 16 was the anniversary. [Poem "A Mile With Me" by Henry Vandyke precedes information about the party.] Mr. and Mrs. Rouse of 131 South Hydraulic avenue celebrated the twenty-fifth, or silver, anniversary of their marriage, Tuesday evening. The spacious rooms were a bower of beauty with the Easter lilies, pink and white roses, palms, smilax and ferns. In the large reception room was a frappe bowl hidden in a mass of feathery green. This was presided over by Miss Maud Gowan, who had charge of all the floral decorations in the house. Miss Gowan wore an exquisite gown of pink satin elaborately trimmed in chiffon lace and delicate applique. The parlors where the wedding party stood was a charming picture of artistic effects in flowers and ferns. A large pier glass with colonial pillars at either side was trimmed very beautifully with trailing green and palms. Suspended from
the ceiling were five silver bells to represent the five children born to Mr. and Mrs. Rouse. The wedding party was headed by little Ruth and Thurman Rouse, the youngest children. Next came Beatrice and Saunders, then Mr. Rouse and his eldest son, H.E. Rouse. Last came Mrs. Rouse with the same bridesmaid as at her marriage, Mrs. J.R. Anderson of College Hill, formerly Miss Emma Patten. Mrs. Rouse looked lovely and very happy in a cream silk simply made with lace trimmings. Mrs. Anderson wore a dainty gown of white mull as did also Miss Beatrice and Ruth. The wedding party stood underneath the silver bells and Rev. Allen of the Christian church addressed Mr. and Mrs. Rouse with some tender and touching remarks. He said they thought they knew what happiness was when they were first marriage, but the years had shown them only more and more of joy and he could think of nothing more fitting to them than the beautiful little poem by Henry VanDyke, "Walk a Mile With Me," which was repeated to fine affect. At the conclusion of the talk, congratulations were showered upon the host and hostess and many beautiful gifts were presented to them. One of the most unique, as well as valuable presents, was a souvenir spoon from Jerusalem which was purchased on David street by Rev. Allen. One particularly fine thing about the anniversary was the fact that all the children were able to be present. Mr. H.E. Rouse came up from Little Rock, Ark., and Mr. Saunders Rouse from St. Mary's school, Topeka, Kan., expressly for the affair. Circle No. 8 of the Christian church served the elaborate supper. Following is the menu: Chilled fruit, Creamed Chicken in Ramekins, New Peas in Timbales, Potato Chips, Olives and Pickles, Ice Cream, Strawberries and Cream, Coffee and Cakes. The dining room was beautiful in pink roses and green ferns and palms. Misses Eloise Murray, Josephine Murray, Clara Morris, Ethelyn Hoag, Vivian Saunders of Cheney, Grace Williams of Medicine Lodge and Grace Hall served the supper and all looked very pretty and sweet in dainty white gowns. Miss Ivy assisted Miss Gowan in the decorating and wore a soft grey gown of simple make but pretty. Professor Cahoon's excellent orchestra furnished excellent music throughout the evening, A great many out of town guests were in attendance, and many beautiful gowns were noted. Miss Minnie Lefary, of Pittsburg, Kan., wore a beautiful evening dress of delicate cream lace. Mrs. R.G. Kirkwood was gowned in an exquisite reseda green silk, trimmed in velvet folds. Mrs Harry Jones looked lovely in a green voile made over silk, short sleeves of lace, half round neck and vandyke points of silk on the skirt. The gown was a symphony in soft greens. Mrs. A.S. Orr wore a beautiful gown of black and white check silk, very effectively trimmed in applique pink tints. Many other beautiful reception gowns were noted and the whole was a most beautiful picture - the flowers, greens, sweet music and bright evening gowns of the ladies. The affair was a great success in every particular and will be a pleasant memory for many days with those who were fortunate enough to be present.
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Died: Mrs. Wm. A. Ward died at the home of her son, S.O. Ward in Sharon on Sunday night April 21, 1907 at the age of 75 years. The funeral service, conducted by Elder Barnum, pastor of the Christian church of this city were held from the family residence on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Mrs. Ward suffered from no particular disease, but passed away in a peaceful manner as a result of old age. She leaves three sons and one daughter, her husband having died a few months ago.
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Born: A nice little boy baby was born to D.H. Axline and wife on Friday night last April 19. Dr. Donovan. Mother and child got along nicely until Tuesday morning of this week when she was taken suddenly sick.
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Born: Lee Nurse and wife are the proud parents of a little baby daughter who arrived at their home last Thursday night, the 18th. Grandpa Nurse is thinking seriously of giving up his work so that he can help take care of the baby.
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Anniversary: Mr. and Mrs. A. Avery celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 16th. [Eagle news]
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Born: To Jesse Shamberger and wife on Sunday, April 21, 1907, a boy. Dr. W.H. Moore.
May 3, 1907
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Married: Probate Judge Garrison issued a marriage license on Saturday of last week to John J. McCracken of Salmon, Idaho, and Miss Hazel Winters of this township. They were married on Tuesday morning April 30th at 8:30 by Rev. F.C. Ward, pastor of the Baptist church of this city and took the morning train for Idaho where they will make their home. Miss Winters is a daughter of M.R. Winters living three miles east of town and is a young lady of charming personality who has made many friends during her residence in the county. Mr. McCracken is a wealthy mine and cattle owner of Idaho. He is 27 years of age.
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Married: Frank DeGeer and Pearl Edith Trotter were married at the home of the bride's parents fourteen miles west of this city, on Wednesday, May 1st. The bride is a daughter of A.J. Trotter and wife and is a young lady of more than ordinary ability having graduated from our school with honors and is possessor of those qualities of mind and disposition that endear her to her associates. The groom is a son of Lyman DeGeer and is a sober, industrious young man who has the respect and confidence of all. The Cresset joins with their many friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous future. And at May 10, pg 5, col 2, Deerhead news: We had the pleasure of attending the wedding of Mr. Frank DeGeer and Miss Edith Trotter, which took place at twelve o'clock on May 1st, at the Trotter home. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Ward of the Baptist church of Medicine Lodge and a bountiful dinner was served. About sixteen guests were present. The young couple have our best wishes for a happy future
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Died: On Saturday, April 27th, 1907, Mrs. Harriet Savidge died at the home of her son-in-law, Robert Warren of Elm Mills township, of old age. The funeral services were held at the family residence conducted by Rev. Frank C. Ward, pastor of the Baptist church of this city, and the interment was made in Highland cemetery. Mrs. Savidge was born in New Jersey on April 8, 1830, being 77 years and 19 days old. She joined the Baptist church in her native state but never changed her membership to this place. The only immediate relatives are her son-in-law and her granddaughter, Mrs. Dan Axtell, and a brother living in the east. [Memorial poem follows, signed F.G.]
May 10, 1907
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Married: Thomas L. Jaret of this city was married in Alva on Wednesday, May 1st to Miss Maude Krause. The parents of the bride are owners of the Cottage Hotel at Alva. Mr. Jaret and bride will make their home in this city.
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Died: On Wednesday of this week, Mrs. G.A. Eubanks received a telegram from Sioux City, Iowa, to the effect that her son, Frank Stockstill, had died in that city Wednesday, May 8, at 1:00 a.m. The wire gave no particulars. Frank Stockstill was the oldest son of Troy Stockstill and wife and grew to young manhood in this city. He was born at Burlington, Kas., and was about 34 years of age at the time of his death. The death of Frank leaves only two of the six children of Troy Stockstill and wife. They are Mrs. Nancy Nichols of Newkirk, Okla, and Mrs. Decoy of Denver, Colo. Troy Stockstill came to this county in an early day and was a prosperous cattle man. His brothers, T.A. and J.B. Stockstill still reside in this county. In the early 80s, while assisting some men in bringing cattle from the southeast part of the Indian Territory, the outfit was attacked by cattle thieves and Mr. Stockstill was killed. We understand Mrs. Eubanks has decided to have her son buried in Sioux City. Also June 14, 1907, pg 8 - The remains of Frank Stockstill, who died in Sioux City, Iowa, on May 8th, were brought to this city on Friday of last week by his mother, Mrs. Eubanks. Services were held in the Christian church on Sunday June 9th and the casket was laid by the side of that of Troy Stockstill, father of the deceased.
May 17, 1907
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Married: Cards have been received in this city whereby Mrs. Rebecca McClearey of DesMoines, Iowa, announces the marriage of her daughter, Lulu Sparks McClearey to Ralph E. Nix. The ceremony occurred Tuesday, May 14, 1907, at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Thornton F. Sanborn, at Preston, Cuba [sic]. The bride, daughter of T.A. McClearey and wife and a sister to Emmett McClearey of this city, grew to young womanhood in this city and has a wide circle of friends who will wish her and her husband every joy and blessing.
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Born: To C.C. Myers and wife on Saturday, May 11th, a fine 10 pound boy. Dr. VanDewalker.
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Born: Dr. Donovan reports the birth of a daughter to Lon White and wife on Saturday, May 11th. Mr. White lives 6 miles southeast of this city.
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Born: The smile on Col. Reutlinger's face Saturday was accounted for by the arrival the day before, Friday, May 10th, of a nice little lady at his home. Mother and child doing well under the care of Dr. Donovan.
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Married: Harry L. Downtain and Miss Lula Hauser both of Kiowa, were married on Wednesday, May 15th by Probate Judge Garrison. The young couple were discovered by a number of young ladies and plentifully sprinkled with rice and their buggy decorated with appropriate banners.
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Born: Dr. Coleman reports a fine boy born to Bert Groves and wife on Saturday, May 11th. The families of Warren Simpson and Bert Groves have been close friends for years and each home was brightened on Saturday by the arrival of a baby boy.
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Born: To Warren Simpson and wife on Saturday, May 11th, a boy. Dr. T.A. Coleman.
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Married: Geo. E. Wood of Kiowa and Miss Anna Muller of this city were married on Monday by Rev. Frank C. Ward, pastor of the Baptist church. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. M.A. Muller and has taught school in the county several terms. Mr. Wood and his bride will make their home in Kiowa for the present.
May 31, 1907
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Marriage Pending: Cards are out announcing the marriage of Garfield Parsons to Miss Lizzie Landis at the home of the bride's parents in Kansas City, Mo., June 19, 1907. Both contracting parties are well and favorably known here. Miss Landis is daughter to Harry S. Landis and wife, living here some time with her parents, and is highly esteemed. The groom is second son of Wm. L. Parsons and wife of this city. "Gar" is known by almost everybody here. Garfield Parsons is one of the finest appearing young men in this country and he fully sizes up to his looks. The Cresset takes pleasure in extending congratulations and best wishes.
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Died: Hannah M. Bookwalter was born in Indiana, Mar. 13th, 1846, died in Medicine Lodge May 24th, 1907, age 61 years, 1 month and 11 days. She was married to John Jay Chilcott Nov. 2nd, 1855. Of this union five children were born, only one, Mrs. Frank Blackstone is now living. Mr. Chilcott preceded his wife to the grave about one year, he having died June 4th, 1906. [See June 29, 1906 for John Chilcott's obituary.] Mrs. Chilcott became a Christian about 20 years ago and has held out faithful ever since. Her request was that Elder Barnum preach the funeral sermon and to take for the text Eph. 2:8, "For by the Grace are ye saved thro' faith and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God." The services were conducted from the Christian church last Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. and the body laid to rest in the Highland cemetery to await the last summons from on high.
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Died: Melissa, wife of Z.P. Ball of Eagle township died at her home at 7:30 o'clock Monday morning, May 27th. She leaves a husband and several children, mostly grown. The remains were taken to Wichita for interment, where her relatives reside. Mrs. Ball has been a great sufferer for several years from kidney and stomach trouble and at her request Drs. Donovan and Updegraff made a post-mortem examination. Mrs. Ball had suffered greatly from gall stones and the examination proved the correctness of the physician's diagnosis during her sickness. The stricken family have the sympathy of the entire community in their irreparable loss.
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Married: A pretty home wedding was solemnized at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Rigg, at high noon, Sunday the 19th. The contracting parties to the partnership entered into for life were Miss Estella Lynes and William H. Rigg. Rev. A.J. Bradshaw of the Christian church was the officiating clergyman who united the lives of these estimable young people in our little city. The wedding was a quiet one, witnessed by only the immediate friends and relatives of the bride and groom. The newly wedded couple have been leading social lights in our midst for some time and are quite popular among their large circle of friends. The bride is the eldest daughter of J.W. Lynes, one of our leading merchants and has grown to womanhood in our county; she is a young lady possessing modesty, refinement and intelligence and is admired by all who knew her for her many womanly qualities. The groom is the son of F.W. Rigg and is the junior member of the mercantile firm of Rigg & Son and stands high in the commercial circles of our community and through his popularity as much as any one cause is due the large patronage of the firm. The Times congratulates the young people and wishes them a long life filled with the good things of this earth.
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Born: The home of J.M. Walsh and wife on Central Avenue was gladdened on Wednesday morning by the arrival of a nice little daughter. Dr. Donovan in attendance.
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Born: To J.H. King and wife May 23rd a fine 10 pound boy. Mr. King and family reside on B.E. Wadsworth's farm northwest of town. Dr. Updegraff in attendance.
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Married: Cards are out announcing the marriage of Claude Nelson and Miss Irene Hall of Wichita. Mr. Nelson was formerly employed by J.A. Fair at the Metz Lumber yard.
Jun 7, 1907
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Born: James Bining reports a daughter born to Clyde Bining and wife at Elk City, Oklahoma, recently. I wonder how Grandpa Tom and Great Uncle Jim feel?
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Married: Ed. Bunch, the gentlemanly colored bus driver arrayed himself in fine linen Tuesday and after securing the necessary documents was wedded to the lady of his choice, Miss Bessie Martin.
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Married: Probate Judge Garrison issued a license on Tuesday for the marriage of George F. Wright and Georgiana M. Hull, both of this county. The bride is a daughter of Wm. Hull and wife of Moore township. The groom is one of the bright young men of our county and was candidate for County Superintendent on the prohibition ticket last fall. He also resides in Moore township.
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Married: Eugene Quertermous and Gladys Moore were married at the residence of the bride's parents in this city on Saturday evening, June 1. Owing to the critical illness of Dr. Moore, only the family and immediate relatives were present. The physicians had very little hope for their patient on Friday and although the date for the wedding had been set for a later day, in order that her father might witness the ceremony, it was decided to have it occur Saturday night. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W.H. Moore, pastor of the Methodist church.
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Born: The stork paid a visit to the home of Doc Roark and wife last Tuesday and left a fine boy. Mrs. Roark has been seriously ill but is now slowly improving. [Lake City news]
Jun 14, 1907
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Married: Frank T. Hickey and Miss Mable Granger, both of Woods county, Oklahoma, were married on Tuesday in this city by Probate Judge Garrison. The young couple departed for the western part of the county after the ceremony.
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Married: B.O. Strickland, son of J.L. Strickland and wife, and Miss Myrtle Garten, daughter of J.C. Garten and wife were married on Sunday, June 9th at the home of the bride's parents by Rev. J.H. Shamberger. This young couple, whose parents reside in Mingona township, take up the responsibilities of life under favorable circumstances and with the good wishes of all their acquaintances. They are worthy in every way of the esteem in which they are held and the Cresset joins in wishing that the future holds for them a goodly measure of prosperity and happiness. Also on pg 5, col 1 - Married: Hark! How those wedding bells ring. Married at the home of Elder J.H. Shamberger, June 9, Bert Strickland and Myrtle Garten. We need say nothing about the merits of these young people because they have been raised in this neighborhood. We wish them a world of joy and may the path of life be strewed with sunshine. They were charivaried on Monday night. [Mingona news]
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Died: "Meets Death in Cyclone" - On Sunday, the 9th, the southwest part of Barber county was visited by a twister and Milon Metcalf, a boy 14 years of age, was killed and another boy badly injured. The storm came from the southwest about 4 p.m. and just before reaching the south line of the county the funnel shaped cloud dropped to the earth and struck the Metcalf house completely demolishing it. The house was built partly in the ground in a bank and large gypsum blocks were used in the construction. As the building was twisted from its foundation, one of these blocks struck the Metcalf boy and crushed his chest causing his death. Ralph, son of Hanson Wiseman was also severely injured and was taken to Alva for medical assistance. The house was torn to pieces and scattered over the surrounding country. The twister dipped down once or twice after leaving the Metcalf house and killed some cattle in the Sprague pasture after which it disappeared.
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Born: Dr. T.A. Coleman reports the birth of a nice little girl baby to Arthur Goddard and wife on Friday, June 7th.
Jun 21, 1907
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Died: Wednesday morning, June 18, Geo. W. Hendrickson of this city received word that his other had died that morning at 5:00 o'clock at the residence of her daughter at Enid, Okla., where she was making her home. Mr. Hendrickson too the D.E.&G. train Thursday morning for Enid to attend the funeral which occurred at 3:00 p.m. that day. Mary A. Teter was born at Zanesville, Ohio, in February 1824. While a young woman she married Jesse Hendrickson and they lived happily together and raised a large family. Mr. Hendrickson died in 1875. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Hendrickson lived on the home farm in Missouri until she became quite old and then made her home with her children, first living with a son at Oklahoma City and then with the daughter at Enid. She leaves six children to mourn her loss, T.J. Hendrickson and Mrs. Josephine Winings of Oklahoma City; Mrs. May B. Hackett of Enid, Geo. W. Hendrickson of this city and Edward and John Hendrickson of Globe, Arizona. All of the children excepting Ed were expected at the funeral at Enid. John happened to be in Kansas City on business and was thus able to get to Enid in time. Ed being far away in Arizona was unable to attend on account of distance.
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Died: The many friends and acquaintances of E.P. Caruthers will be pained to hear of the death of his wife. Mr. Caruthers was twice married. His first wife lived here during the many years Mr. Caruthers conducted the Barber County Index. She was a woman of high character and esteemed by everybody. His second wife was not so well known here, he having married her after removing to Kennett, Mo., but it is known that she was an excellent woman beloved by all who knew her. We clip the following regarding the death of Mrs. Caruthers from the Dunklin County Democrat, Mr. Caruthers' paper: "Mrs. Electra G. Caruthers, wife of E.P. Caruthers, died at her home in Kennett at 9:10 p.m., June 7, 1907, after a sickness of practically three years duration. The funeral occurred Saturday afternoon, religious services being conducted at the house and the grave by her pastor, Rev. Nelson B. Henry, of the M.E. Church, South, assisted by Eld. M.R. Cooper, pastor of the Baptist church, and Rev. C.W. Latham, pastor of the Presbyterian church. The interment was in Oak Ridge cemetery, beside the grave of her first husband, J.B. Townsend. Deceased was born in Tipton county, Tenn., March 10, 1865, her maiden name being Pewitt. She was married to Mr. Townsend when about 20 years old, and lived at Covington and Dyersburg previous to moving to Kennett in 1894. He died in March 1898. She was married to Mr. Caruthers, Jan. 1, 1901. She leaves one son, Hubert Townsend, nearly 13 years old. Her only other near relative is a sister, Mrs. Eva Cochran, of Covington, Tenn. She had, however, a large circle of relatives in that county."
Jun 28, 1907 [Last issue on reel]
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Born: To James Clark and wife on June 25th, a 12 pound girl. Dr. Donovan.
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Died: John P. Cullison, an old soldier, aged 71 years, died at the home of his son John Cullison in this city on Thursday, June 20, 1907. The deceased had been afflicted with stomach trouble for a number of years. The funeral services, conducted by Rev. Frank C. Ward, were held at the family residence on Friday and the remains interred in Highland cemetery.
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Married: Raymond V. Rosewell and Miss Katherine W. Springer were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Springer in this city on Thursday evening, June 27, 1907, by Elder L.H. Barnum, pastor of the Christian church.
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Married: Edward E. Smith and Elsie Pearl Humphreys were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Humphreys on Wednesday, June 26. The groom is the son of Wm. Smith of Elwood township and is a most worthy young man. The bride is a young lady of unusual attainment and personal charms and is very popular with all h er acquaintances. We extend congratulations.
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Married: The marriage of Roscoe L. Robinson and Miss Dollie Hardesty occurred at the Baptist parsonage in this city on Wednesday, June 26. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Frank C. Ward in the presence of the immediate relatives of the bride and groom. The groom is a son of Samuel Robinson and wife of Sharon township and is a young man who is looked upon with pride by our citizens. He is assistant cashier and bookkeeper in the State Bank of Hazelton. We are not acquainted with the bride but feel sure that in her Mr. Robinson has found a fitting mate. Congratulations. The happy couple will be a home in Hazelton after July 4.
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Born: To Oliver Rule and wife on June 24 a ten pound boy. Dr. Donovan.
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