Newspaper Clippings 1877-1907 - Greenwood KSGenWeb genealogy, family history

MABEN, RAE V.
MAHAN, E.
MALLICOAT, T.G.
MALONE, SARAH J.
MANN, EFFIE
MARSHAL, ELWOOD
MARTIN, DAVID
MARTIN, MRS.
MASON, BURGE
MAXFIELD, J.W.
MCALLISTER, J.N.
MCGREW, IDA
MCGREW, WALTER W.
MCKESSON, ANDY
MCMAINS', FLOY
MCMURTY, EMELINE
MCQUEEN, C.E.
MELBOURN, E.
MENUCH, R.B.
MICHAELSON, HAZEL
MILLER, JOE
MILLER, THOMAS
MILLS, JAMES
MILLS, JAMES
MILLS, JOHN
MILLS, MATTHEW
MILLS, PROBATE JUDGE
MITCHELL, GEORGE
MOCK, LAURA
MOCK, LEWIS
MOCK, MARVAN
MONGER, SARAH
MONTGOMERY, GEO.
MOORE, JOSEPH T.
MOORE
MORGAN, A.W.
MORGAN, MONROE
MORRIS, D.W.
MORRIS, JOHN
MORRIS, W.W.
MORTON, MARGARET
MOSS, BURT
MOSS, P.G.
MOXLEY, HATTIE
MULLINAX, H.H.
MURPHY, B.F.
MURPHY, JAMES
MYERS, WILLIAM
NELSON, O.B.
NETHERTON, J.C.
NEWBURY, RUTH
NICHOLAS, A.F.
NICHOLS, J.G.
NIXON, W.E.J.
NORRIS, ANNIE
NORVAL, JAMES
NUCKOLS, J.V.
NYE, CLARK
O'NEIL, MRS.
ORAIL, G.B.
OSBORN, A.J.
OSMUNDSON, C.
OWEN, R.
PEEPLES, L.N.
PERKABLE, JIM
PETERS, FANNIE
PETTERSON, ALBERT
PEYTON, JOHN
PEYTON, WILLIAM PATRICK
PIGGOTT, L.M.
POLLEY, JACK
PORTER, J.O.
PORTER, JOSIAH
POWELL, W.W.
PRATT, L.H.
RADER, MURRY
RAGLE, EUGENE
RALSTON, J.
RAVENSCROFT, R.G.
RAVENSCROFT
REDMOND'S, GEORGE
REISING, E.
REISING, ED
REYNOLDS, KIAH
RHOADS, J.A.
RICE, C.R.
RICE, C.R.
RICE, GEORGE
RICE, STELLA
RILEY, D.
RODENBAUGH
RODMAN, LOLA
ROLAND, HANNAH
RUGGLE, CLAUD
SALLYARDS, WIN
SALTER, M.J.
SALTER, M.J.
SALTER, M.J.
SALTER, M.J.
SANDERS
SCHLOTTERBECK, J.N.
SCHULTZ, R.
SCOTT, ELISHA
SCOTT, EUNICE
SCRUGGS, ELDER
SELLERS, O.F.
SERVICE, R.W.
SEXTON, NETTIE
SEYMOUR, BERT
SEYMOUR
SHELL, NINA
SHEPARD, H.M.
SHINN, C.W.
SHINN, KIRK
SHOOK, J.J.
SHORT, J.D.
SHREEVES, J.M.
SIMPSON, ELLA
SIMPSON, ELLA
SIMPSON, J.E.
SIMPSON, MRS.
SINGLETON, B.F.
SLATER, CECIL
SMETHERS, W.
SMITH, ALICE G.
SMITH, GRACE
SMITH
SMYTHE, M.J.
SMYTHE, MAMIE

12 Jul 1877 - Eureka Herald

John Kummerland had fifteen or sixteen acres of good wheat and another field of inferior quality. He stacked the wheat of each piece separately. On Tuesday night of last week, during the storm, lightning struck the stack of good wheat totally destroying it, but left the stack containing the inferior grain untouched.

Al Frazier reports that some one attempted a burglary at his house last Saturday night. They first tried the door, then a window. Failing to open either they got into the cellar or basement and tried to find admittance to the upper part of the house but were still unsuccessful. Al it seems heard all of this and lay wondering "what next."

Another theft was committed last Saturday night. Early Sunday morning H.S. Jones, two and one-half miles below Eureka, discovered that a set of harness, two saddles and three bridles had been taken from his stable. He thought he had a clue to the guilty parties and at once set out in pursuit following their trail east. Coming up with the wagon he supposed contained the thieves he made a careful examination, but became convinced he was in error. On Saturday afternoon two men had been seen riding mules bare back, and they were supposed to have camped near Mr. Jones's. An effort was made on Monday morning to get on their trail, but it proved ineffectual and the theft still remains a mystery. Mr. Jones was aided in his search by the active efforts of the Wheeler brothers and Sheriff Claycomb.

One day last week a little girl aged about eleven years, daughter of Robert Loy, was out on the prairie riding a pony, when seeing a wolf, she give chase. She unbuckled one side of the bridle rein, which fortunately had a rather heavy buckle, and guiding her horse with a single rein, she beat the wolf over the head with the buckle. Getting up with the beast she would dismount and tackle him until he turned to attack her when she would remount and renew the chase. In this way she ran the wolf down and finally killed him. During the conflict, the wolf bit the pony's legs slightly several times. The girl should have a special bounty on that wolf scalp, and deserves the first premium on equestrianism . This wolf has been busy for some time with several others in killing lambs belonging to Mr. Loy.

23 Jan 1878 - Eureka Censorial

In consideration of no further prosecutions by the authorities of the City of Eureka, Kan., Frank Davis, by his attorney, T.L. Davis, agrees to the following.

1st. That he will sell no more intoxicating liquor of any kind, including port, ale and beer, within the corporate limits of the City of Eureka, Kansas.

3d. That he will dismiss the appeals taken in the nine cases that have been tried in the police court and pay the cost and fines therein at once.

Names of pupils who were neither absent nor tardy, and whose scholarship and deportment average 90: Eva Worford, Merva Worford, Henry Worford, Riley Baywell

The following are those whose general average is 90 and above: Hattie Worford, Alice Cox, Elia Cox, Effie Glover, Ettie Klingsmith, John Cox, Henry Cox, G.L. Thompson, Florance Thompson, Josie Kreigle, Victoria Thompson, Cora Thompson, Lucy Klingsmith, Lawrence Worford, W.B. Worford, Chas. Thompson, Joal Klingsmith
J.J. Groseclose, Teacher

Mr. Batton lives in the first white house immediately after you cross the creek on the Howard City road. He has a good farm and it is in a splendid state of cultivation; he has also a splendid wife, and the family, consisting of but these two, manage to live cheerful in their cozy little cottage. As a genius, Mr. B. is a success. He can repair a watch as well as any jeweler you ever saw. He can make a gun, and do all kind of carpenter work, but the most skilled piece of workmanship he ever did in the latter occupation was to make a chain out of a pine stick while he was held a prisoner in the army. He first commenced it by cutting a ring at the end, similar to the ring at the end of a common trace chain; he then cut two rows of twisting links for a distance where he makes a swivel; he then cuts one row of plain links till he arrives near the end of the stick where he makes another ring; he then finished it with the making of a Catholic cross. All this work he did with a pocket knife. The parts of the chain are so true and consistent as to perfectly astonish a person whenhe learns how it was made. Mr. B. has the chain nicely varnished and hung up in a show glass where it attracts the attention of every one who enters the house. It is said that he could have sold it for $50, and I think that a small price to pay for such a grand piece of workmanship.

Near to Mr. Batton lives Mr. John Hill. He, too, is a man that is duly respected by his neighbors, and is making a nice start in the farming business.

Mr. James Mills, who resides a short distance from Mr. Hill, is thinking of removing to Colorado in the spring.

22 May 1878 - Eureka Censorial

Mrs. Julia Cubbon of Cleveland, Ohio, is in the city visiting her parents Mr. And Mrs. B.J. Stilwell. She will remain here during the summer months.

Chas. Hoy, L.H. Pratt and J.D. Briggs, and their families all started for Colorado on Thursday of last week. They are all good citizens and we regret very much to see them make this change, however we expect to see them return within a few years.

While coming from Emporia on Friday of last week, Mssrs. O. Colburn, A.P. Ingalls and wife were overtaken by the severe wind and rain storm, and being unable to secure shelter, were compelled to make the best they could of the situation. Their clothing was thoroughly saturated. At man times during the evening they were compelled to stop their team and wait for a flash of lightning in order to ascertain if they were in the road. Mr. Colburn remarked that he had often heard of people traveling at "lightning speed" but it was his opinion this was a case where they "traveled by lightning."

Mr. T.A. Stanley of Lawrence, a cousin of Mrs. Simpson of this city, was in to see us last Saturday, and gave us the benefit of his observations as regards the crop prospects between here and Lawrence.

While he was painting his house, two weeks ago yesterday, Mr. T.L. Holloway who resides in the south part of the county, slipped and fell to the ground, a distance of about twelve feet, dislocating both his wrists. Dr. Grimes was at once sent for, who very soon replaced them, and on Friday of last week, Mr. H. was in the city, being able to use one of his hands to quite an extent.

While Edward Beedles and his 13 year old son, who resides on North Otter Creek twelve miles south of Eureka, were breaking prairie on Friday of last week, the boy was bitten on the heel by a small rattle snake, which caused the little fellow intense agony from the instant the reptile struck its fangs into his flesh, until he was brought to this city, where he received the skillful treatment of Dr. Wakefield. The leg was swollen as tight as the skin would admit and as spotted as a leopard. The antidote prescribed by the doctor had the desired effect , and on Monday the little fellow was able to be taken to his home and was considered by his physician to be out of danger.

District Court Proceedings
Moore vs. Moore, divorce granted plaintiff
Alles L. Boyer vs. Julia Boyer, divorce granted plaintiff

The names of pupils in room No. 3, who have neither been absent nor tardy, for the month ending May 17, 1878:

Jennie Stillwell, Lizzie Denison, Willie Bennett, Luella Fairbrother, Rosa Brock, Allie Tucker, Fannie Peters, Frank Baker

The names of pupils whose scholarship and deportment was 90 per cent, and above:

Hattie Grover, Rosa Jones, Samuel Wassam, Rosa Brock, Willie Barnett, Lizzie Denison, Maude Durkee, Frank Baker, Jennie Stillwell, Palmer Wakefield, A.W. Hant, Teacher

The names of pupils in room No. 1 who are perfect in attendance and 90 per cent and above in deportment for the month ending May 17: Maud Dethel, Ella Simpson, Bula Baker, Della Brookover, Mary Warder, Della Waybright, Jessie Yieldham, James Wilson, Alfred Waller, Charlie Hill, Eddie Ebenhack, Greely Brookover, Mattie Waybright

For the month ending April 12: Ada Wilson, Ella Simpson, Lola Baker, Bavanna Cochran, Flora Wilson

7 Feb 1884 - Eureka Herald

Mr. Clinton Huffman left Eureka last Tuesday to accept a position on a paper at Osage Mission.

Remaining uncalled for at the postoffice in Eureka, Kansas, February 4, 1884: Mrs. John Feller, Widow Hall, Edgar Haggard, Geo. F. Hise, B.F. Humphrey, Jim James, Mrs. Sarah Monger, Russell Lawrence, Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Hannah Roland, Miss Alice G. Smith

Notice is hereby given that the following named settler had filed notice of her intention to make final proof in support of her claim and that said proof will be made before J.S. Stewart, clerk of the district court at Eureka, Kansas, on Monday, March 17, 1884, viz: Mary M. Curtis of Piedmont, Kansas for the south east 1/2 of the northeast 1/4 of section 19, township 27 south, range 10 east.

She names the following witnesses to prove her continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: Brady Fowler, P.G. Moss, Burt Moss and Lem Ezell, of Piedmont, Kansas. No. 2399
M.J. Salter, Register

Land Office at Independence, Kansas, January 24, 1884
Notice is hereby given that the following named settler had filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before J.S. Stewart, clerk of the district court at Eureka, Kansas, on Saturday, March 15, 1884, viz: Joseph T. Moore of Virgil, Kansas for lots 3 and 4 and the south 1/2 of the southeast of section 28, township 26 south, range 13 east.

He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: Henry Coburn, Geo. W. Burges, Thomas B. Cook and Moses Cunningham, all of Toronto, Woodson county, Kansas. No. 2381
M.J. Salter, Register

Notice is hereby given that the following named settler had filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before J.S. Stewart, clerk of the district court at Eureka, Kansas, on Saturday, March 29, 1884, viz: John A. Walker of Beaumont, Kansas for the north 1/2 of the southeast 1/4 and the southeast 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of section 18, township 27 south, range 9 east.

He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: Henry Briggs, William Myers, Joe Miller and Josiah Porter, all of Beaumont, Kansas. No. 2420
M.J. Salter, Register

Notice is hereby given that the following named settler had filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before J.S. Stewart, clerk of the district court at Eureka, Kansas, on Saturday, March 15, 1884, viz: Timothy Boyer of Virgil, Kansas for lots 3 and 4 and the south 1/2 of the southeast 1/4 of section 1, township 24 south, range 12 east.

He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz: W.E.J. Nixon, Horace Dean and R. Owen of Virgil, Kansas. No. 2375
M.J. Salter, Register

29 Oct 1886 - Eureka Herald

Carl Birkett of Salem, went to Kansas City Wednesday for the purpose of buying cattle.

Mr. James Norval of Dodge City spent a portion of this week in the city visiting with his niece, Mrs. H.M. Shepard.

Mr. And Mrs. Frank Clark of Wichita were in the city this week visiting with Mrs. Clark's sister, Mrs. R.G. Ravenscroft.

Mesdames John Jones and Frank Lyon of Honey creek left Wednesday on a visit among relatives and friends at Princeton, Illinois. They will be absent about three weeks.

Miss Rea Blackburn, sister of Mrs. W.W. Powell of Clopia, has returned to her home near Cincinnati, O.

George Mitchell has purchased the restaurant business lately run by Jack Polley.

The Republicans of Eureka township met in convention last Saturday and placed in nomination a ticket as follows: For Trustee, H.T. Kenner; for Clerk, P.H. Landergin; for Treasurer, Edwin Tucker; for Justices, Granville Griffith and R.B. Menuch; for constables, D.R. Brock and T.C. Anderson.

10 Dec 1886 Eureka Herald

M.J. Verner has disposed of his interest in the two hundred head of Colorado steers, lately purchased, to Mr. O.G. Gregg.

F.H. Clark, Esq, who lives near this city on the northeast, has taken up as a stray. A red and white steer calf, no marks or brands.

The Lutheran ladies will meet in Aid Society session next Tuesday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. J.O. Porter, on School street.

On the 3d inst Judge Lamb licensed Mr. John H. Wilson and Margaret E. Hodgson to marry, and on the 7th did the same kindly act for Mr. W.J. Beedle and Miss Jennie Hill. Those are all Greenwood county people.

Mrs. Rev. Paul Hendrickson died at her home near Climax Friday night of last week. Her death was sudden and very unexpected, as she was sick but a very short time. Her bereaved husband has the sympathy of a large circle of friends.

Mr. Thomas Burkett, of Ivanpah, was picked up by the sheriff Wednesday as a talisman in the case of the state vs Rodenbaugh. But being a bachelor, with no one at home to look after his stock, the court took pity on him and excused him from sitting on the jury.

Miss Mamie Barger, who is attending the Female Seminary at Lutherville, Md., has received the "Golden Report." This report is only given to those who attain a high average in all their studies and sustain an exceptionable deportment. Of one hundred and twenty-six, but eight received it this term.

Mr. And Mrs. John Hanna returned Tuesday evening from a visit of two months with relatives in Illinois.

James Wilkinson, of Westmorland, England, cousin of Thomas Burkett and George Burkett of Ivanpah, came last Friday, and will probably make his home in this country.

Mrs. W.H. Drew, wife of our efficient county treasurer, and children, returned Wednesday evening from a three month visit among relatives and friends in Wisconsin and New York.

C.S. Hall of Bachelor Creek, was here on Monday. From him we learn that Mr. John Willis is able to be out, but that his brother Ezra Willis is still quite sick, though considered out of danger.

Mr. W.H. Wood of Delaware, Ohio, conductor on the C.C. & C. railroad, has been visiting the past week with his relative, Mr. W.H.H. Barger. He left yesterday for Wichita, with a view of finding a location.

Mr. Geo. Guess of Louisville, Ky, is in this city visiting with his sister, Mrs. E.N. Bailey, and is accompanied with his children. Mr. G is a conductor on the Louisville and Indianapolis railroad and his home is between these cities.

28 Jan 1887 - Eureka Herald

Mr. John S. Jones, of Honey Creek, sold his farm, with the intention of returning to Oregon. His children and friends persuaded him to give up the intention, and now he is again the owner of a farm in this county, having purchased the John G. Diehl farm on Honey Creek. The Herald, in common with all, is glad he will remain.

J.C. Netherton passed through the city Wednesday, driving thirteen head of yearling heifers, half-blood Galloways, that he had purchased of Mr. E. Mahan of Janesville township. He was taking them to his home on Spring creek. Mr. N. is making arrangements to enter quite extensively into the breeding of this fast-becoming favorite cattle. He paid for the yearling heifers mentioned the above sum of $25 per head. They are fine ones, sure.

One of the pleasantest events of the season was the surprise party made Mr. And Mrs. F.J. Cochrane, by their friends Monday evening. The occasion being the fifteenth anniversary of their marriage, their beautiful home on Oak street was filled with light, mirth and good cheer.

Morgan-McMurty - At the residence of the bride, on Walnut street, on Thursday evening, January 20th, 1887, the Rev. George Johns officiating, Mr. Monroe Morgan to Mrs. Emeline McMurty. No cards. No cake.

McGrew-Blackman - At the residence of the bride's parents, in this city, on Wednesday, January 26th, 1887, at 7:30 o'clock p.m., the Rev. C.R. Rice, pastor of the M.E. church officiating, Miss Ida McGrew, eldest daughter of Walter W. McGrew to Mr. T.V. Blackman, an attach of the Republican office.

Mullinax - At the residence of the family, in this city, on Thursday, January 20th, 2887, to Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Mullinax, a handsome boy baby. Dr. F.J. Stewart the attending physician.

Bennett - At the residence of her son, Benson S. Bennett, Esq., in this city on Monday, January 24th, 1887, at 11:10 o'clock p.m., of paralysis, Mrs. Jane Bennett, aged 78 years, 8 months and 18 days.

The funeral services, conducted by the Rev. C.R. Rice, were held at the M.E. church at 2 o'clock p.m. on Wednesday and were largely attended by the friends of the deceased and family.

The Herald was favored Saturday by a pleasant call from Mr. B.H. Foster of Wilson creek. Mr. F. is an old soldier, was a member of Co. K, 66th ILL. W.S. and his memory is stored with man reminiscences of that interesting period of our country's history. The Herald is always pleased by visits from old soldiers.

Mr. Alie, from Missouri, is visiting his cousins, Tom Wade and Charley Wade. He is a pleasant gentleman.

Mr. Harry Hart is back again, but will soon leave for Kiowa county. Charley Grimes and wife are visiting in Kiowa county. Mr. Grimes thinks of removing there.

Married Sunday, 23d, at the residence of G.B. Orail, Mr. Thomas Miller to Miss Maggie Taylor. Mr. Miller is an industrious young man. We wish them success.

Murry Rader has rented a farm near Howard, Elk county, where he will soon move to commence work.

4 Oct 1889 Eureka Herald

At the probate office, this city, Friday, September 27. 1889, Judge Emmerson officiating, D.W. Strimple and Lucy J. Curtis, both of this county.

At the probate office, this city, Tuesday, October 1, 1889, Judge Emmerson officiating, Oscar Hillman and Carrie Wiggins, both of this county.

At the probate office, this city, Wednesday, October 2, 1889, Elder Scruggs officiating, A.J. Hall and Elvira Curtis, both of this county.

At the home of the bride's parents, in Fall River township, Wednesday, October 2, 1889, Judge Emmerson officiating, Clark Jones and Anna Broddle, both of this county.

At the home of the bride's parents in Fall River City, Elder J. W. Hunter officiating, L.M. Piggott and Annie Wilson, both of this county.

16 Nov 1894 - Eureka Herald

Bachelor twp
Trustee - Geo. W. Burt
Treasurer - C.S. Hall
Clerk - H.A. Lovett
Justices - M.B. Wyant and W.W. Wells
Constables - C.E. McQueen and J.S. Davis

Eureka twp
Trustee James Murphy
Treasurer T.C. Williams
Clerk O.B. Nelson
Justices A.F. Nicholas and Geo. F. Boone
Constables C.C. Huntington and F.H. Clare

Fall River twp
Trustee H.L. Ward
Treasurer T.E. Wash
Clerk W.A. Batton
Justices S. Thygerson and W. Smethers
Constables James Mills and J.E. Simpson

Janesville twp
Trustee C.L. Worley
Treasurer Oliver Haight
Clerk J.J. Shook
Justices G.J. Wood and J.P. Todd
Constables J.M. Gordon and E. Reising

Lane twp
Trustee W.H. Dalton
Treasurer H.D. Dean
Clerk A.J. Osborn
Justices W.A. Hicks and I. Zeigler
Constables Thomas Dalton and S.D. Tatam

Madison twp
Trustee J.W. Maxfield
Treasurer A.C. Watrous
Clerk J.M. Butler
Justices P.S. Stoughton and J.C. Filson
Constables C.R. Day and John Stanley

Otter Creek twp
Trustee W.K. Blake
Treasurer H.K. Barg
Clerk W.J. Beedles
Justices N. Brigham and J.N. McAllister
Constables A. Futhey and D. Riley

Pleasant Grove twp
Trustee D.W. Hart
Treasurer Robert Wilson
Clerk B.F. Murphy
Justices T.N. Anderson and J.W. Zener
Constables Jesse Ludlum and J.N. Schlotterbeck

Quincy twp
Trustee W.E. Harris
Treasurer C. Hoover
Clerk E.N. Turney
Justices J.G. Nichols and J.M. Shreeves
Constables Geo. Montgomery and J. Ralston

Salem twp
Trustee A.B. Anderson
Treasurer J.E. Longabaugh
Clerk C.P. Johnson
Justices G.W.K. Bailey and Dow Wilson
Constables Kiah Reynolds and John Wilson

South Salem twp
Trustee B.F. Singleton
Treasurer Gilbert Hitler
Clerk C. Osmundson
Justices C.S. Spaulding and John Bryden
Constables J. Weirs and Win Sallyards

Shell Rock twp
Trustee W.H. Jones
Treasurer R. Wolcott
Clerk A.B. Wood
Justices K.V. Horton and R.W. Wolcott
Constables Thomas Hester and C. Bersie

Salt Springs twp
Trustee Elisha Scott
Treasurer Charles Springle
Clerk L.S. Eshbagh
Justices W.Q. Wickersham and A.W. Morgan
Constables J.D. Short and S. Jones

Spring Creek twp
Trustee Jesse Tharp
Treasurer O.H. Kerr
Clerk John Tharp
Justices B.H. Johnson and John Batchelor
Constables J.W. Forcum and S.T. Love

Twin Grove twp
Trustee A. Kinman
Treasurer George Rice
Clerk D. Gilbert
Justices A.R. Tomlinson and J.A. Rhoads
Constables M. Hillyard and R. Schultz

18 Oct 1895 Democratic Messenger

Miss Ella Hammond, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. L.W. Hammond, and at one time a resident of Eureka, is now in New York City observing the latest eastern style for the benefit of the Denver dressmaking establishment in which she is employed. After a few weeks Miss Hammond will proceed to Paris and remain there until spring. She has been very successful and enjoys the complete confidence of her employers as well as a handsome salary.

Mr. John Morris, of Butte City, Montana, was in town last week accompanied by D.W. Morris, of Emporia. They were here to visit with their brother, W.W. Morris, and he accompanied them back to Emporia Saturday and spent Sunday. The Montana brother has lived at Butte something like twenty years and is very enthusiastic concerning the beauties and advantages of the place.

Mr. Tom M. Harlan, of the Eureka Herald, and Miss Hattie Everhart, of Cincinnati, were married at the bride's home on Wednesday, October 9th. Rev. O.F. Sellers, of Lynchburg, Ohio, officiated. Tom and his bride will visit among relatives for a few weeks and then come to Eureka to live. They have the Messenger's best wishes.

The house on one of George Redmond's farms southeast of town was burned just before midnight last Wednesday night. It was occupied by Mrs. Bradshaw and her four children who lost all of their personal effects and are almost destitute. The housed was insured for $400. No clue to the origin of the fire.

A party was given at the home of Miss Myrtle Hurn last Friday night, to a few of her friends. Games and dancing were the amusements. Those present were Misses Marvan Mock and Laura Mock, Zoe Chandler, Myrtle Walk and Florence Walk and Nora Bailey, Messrs. Henry Dunlap, Lewis Mock, Grant Whipple and Ira Whipple, Will Bailey and John Wilson.

Mrs. M.J. Smythe and daughter, Mamie Smythe, returned last Tuesday morning from St. Louis, Missouri, and Duqoin, Illinois, where they had been on a business and pleasure trip.

Probate Judge Evay performed a marriage ceremony, Monday, the groom being F.M. Keller and the bride Mrs. Sarah J. Malone, both of Fall River.

W.S. Hinds and family moved down from Madison this week. Mr. Hinds has rented Mrs. Ware's farm southeast of town for the coming year.

Clark Jones, who lives a few miles southeast of town, accidentally made a small wound in his left hand last Thursday with a rusty nail. Blood poison followed and Mr. Jones is now in a precarious condition. His whole arm is swollen to an enormous size and he suffers the most excruciating pain. Amputation may be attempted.

John Holton left yesterday morning for a visit in the western part of the state. He was accompanied by his niece, Miss Ella Straley, at whose home John will visit.

Mrs. Belle Hubbard, wife of F.W. Hubbard, died at the family home in this city, Saturday, October 12th. The funeral was held Sunday at the Methodist Church.

Miss Annie Norris, of Salem, aged 25 years, died Sunday, October 13th, of consumption. Funeral services were held Monday.

25 October 1895 Democratic Messenger

Married, at the home of the bride's parents in Fall River, on Wednesday, October 23d, a 8 p.m., Miss Lucrecetia Sweet, Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Sweet, to Mr. Bert Mills Brown. Elder J.W. Butler, of Fall River, officiated. The parties to this marriage are among the best known and most highly respected young people in the southern part of the county. They begin wedded life under unusually favorable circumstances, and the Messenger hopes that the future may prove to be in reality all that it now promises to them. They will be at home to their friends on Brown's ranch five miles north of Fall River, after November 1st.

Between one and two o'clock last Monday afternoon the residence of Chas. A. Walker was discovered to be on fire. A prompt alarm brought out the fire department and the flames were subdued, but not until the building had been badly damaged as well as much of the furniture. It is believed that the fire started from the kitchen flue. Mr. Walker had $250 insurance on the building and $275 on the furniture and it is thought that those sums will fully protect him from loss.

Master Kirk Shinn, son of Judge C.W. Shinn, was given a surprise party by a number of his schoolmates last Friday, it being his eleventh birthday. Master Burge Mason managed the affair; he gathered the party together and marched them into the Shinn residence while Kirk was down town on an errand for his mother. The surprise was completely successful and the occasion proved quite enjoyable for the young people.

Miss Annie Giffin, who had spent a month or six weeks visiting relatives in Valpariso, Nebraska, returned home yesterday accompanied by her cousin, Miss Gertie Giffin, who will visit in this vicinity for an indefinite length of time.

Mr. E. Melbourn, who has been confined to his room for a week by serious illness, is now slowly improving. His friends hope to see him on the streets in a few days.

Mr. Frank G. Thrall was in town Monday. He still suffers some inconvenience from the injuries received by being fallen upon by a horse two weeks ago.

1 Jan 1897 - Eureka Herald

There was a shooting match at Mr. Logabaugh's last Wednesday. Did not learn the results.

M.J. Hellums dismissed school until Monday after New Years, and went home Thursday evening.

Ravenscroft is moving part of his cattle to Upper Willow creek, to be cared for by Andy McKesson.

J.V. Nuckols is home from visiting in Missouri, and he and the boys spent Christmas with his daughter, Mrs. Tom Bailey, on Bachelor creek.

Lee Howard will soon moved to his Highland farm, and the place he leaves will be occupied by Jim Perkable and family.

Mrs. Mamie Dickens visited with her parents, Mr. And Mrs. John Bennett, from Thursday to Saturday, last week.

John Clark and Myrtle Leming were married Thursday, December 24. They gave him a charivari on Christmas night. After the boys had their fun, John called them in and treated.

Mrs. James Bland and children are visiting her parents in Eureka, Mr. and Mrs. Lillie.

Miss Laura Wheat, of Yates Center, is visiting her grand-parents, Mr. and Mrs. Landers.

Mr. Seymour came home Sunday morning from Kansas City, Missour, where he was called by the sickness of his mother.

5 Feb 1897 - Eureka Herald

The literary was well attended Friday evening, last week, considering the bad roads. The following officers were elected: President, Fred Hutton; Vice-President, Wm. Foster; Secretary, Mrs. Wm. Stewart; Treasurer, Frank Fritz; Sergeant-at-Arms, Ed Fowler; Janitor, Geo. Vollmer. The debate was spirited - the program fair.

Douglass Jones was at church Sunday. We have not looked through Revelations to find out what particular sign it is, but we feel uneasy.

We missed David Martin from his place in church Sunday, and, upon inquiry, learned that he, together with his children, had gone to Peterton, Kan., to attend the funeral of his mother-in-law, Mrs. O'Neil. Mrs. Martin was at Peterton at the time of her mother's death.

We understand that Mr. Deming and family will soon move to their new home in Oklahoma.

Geo. Wasson left last week for Janesville, Wisconsin, to attend Valentine's school of telegraphy.

We understand that Mr. Hibbard will move back to his farm next week. We has had enough of city life. He has rented his Eureka property to Judge Worley.

About thirty of Miss Floy McMains' young friends went to her home last Monday night, to remind her that it was her 15th birthday. All report a splendid time.

Mrs. J.L. Barrier's sister, Miss Loy, from Fall River, is visiting with her. She came over last week.

Quite a number of people are complaining. The Broddle family are getting some better.

Matthew Mills and wife are up this week from their home near Ingalls, Oklahoma, to make their relatives and numerous friends a lengthy visit. Uncle and Aunt Mills are enjoying good health. The serious illness of John Mills was the cause of their coming at this time.

18 Mar 1898

To Mr. and Mrs. Will Cutmeyer, of Eureka, Saturday evening, March 12, a daughter.

To Mr. and Mrs. I.N. Duke, at their home in Spring Creek township, Friday, March 11, 1898, a son.

County Attorney Johnson caused a warrant to issue Wednesday evening for the arrest of Clayton Sumner on a charge of disturbing the peace. He quarreled with his wife Tuesday and threw a brich at her through a North Main street house.

Mr. Smith is building a house on his farm, as he lost his home by fire last fall. W.E. Harris is helping him.

12 Jul 1906 - Eureka Herald

William Patrick Peyton, 68 years old whose home is in Piedmont, Kansas, today surrendered to the military authorities at Ft. Logan his 19 year old son, John Peyton, who enlisted in the army at Wichita, Kansas, last January and later deserted from the Presidio in San Franchico. The boy was locked in the guard house. Peyton is a veteran of two wars. His act met with an ovation.

Albert Petterson of Eureka was adjudged insane in probate court here yesterday. About six weeks ago Petterson opened up a carriage and repair shop in Eureka and shortly afterward his friends noticed his peculiar actions in connection with business affairs. Two weeks ago he went to Wichita and opened up a similar shop. He was arrested there last Friday and brought to Eureka Saturday on a charge of fraud in a business transaction. He seems entirely unconscious of having done any wrong and maintains that everything will be all right. Albert is a bright young man and his friends would be glad to learn of his speedy return to health. The jury before whom he was tried was composed of Dr. Dillon, T.G. Mallicoat, C.M. Cheany and Elwood Marshal. Nine witnesses were examined and all told of deals and talks with Patterson which would indicate that his mind is affected.

12 Nov 1907

Will Hatton of southeast of here had a fair sale last week and had now moved to Emporia to engage in the teamster business.

John Kipper and wife returned from Wichita last Saturday where John had undergone a second serious but successful operation for a maliginant growth.

Al Black is wearing one of those smiles that indicate a successor to the family name.

Ed Hammer and sister, Mrs. Bert Seymour visited with relatives in Rosalie Friday.

Frank Fowler, the youngest brother of Ed Fowler, was thrown from a pony last Friday morning receiving a serious fall which made him unconscious for a short time. The pony was running and ran into a wire gate. We hope this fall will not prove serious.

Joseph Applegate who lives up near Madison, was down this way two or three days last week and visited his brother John Applegate. He is looking after a farm for next year.

2 May 1907

John Crump, a rural route carrier of Madison, was adjudged insane before Probate Judge Mills last Wednesday. Mr. Crump has been carrying the mail on one of the routes out of Madison for the past five years and is one of the community's most respected citizens. He has been sick much of the time of late and to this is assigned the cause of his mental condition. He will be taken to the state hospital at Osawatomie as soon as the proper arrangements can be made.

Olive Faught, Chas. Faught and Nellie Faught left Thursday for Madison. From there they will go to Oregon, where they will live with their father.

Walter Glasco left last week for Kansas City, where he has a position as stenographer for a lawyer.

Claud Ruggle is taking the normal course. He expects to teach school next winter.

Marriage Licenses
Ona M. Casto, Toronto, 22
Mattie Clark, Toronto, 18
C.C. Cheney, Howard, 56
Annie W. Hughes, West Union, 46

At the examination for common school graduates held Saturday, April 27, 1907 the following persons were graduated and awarded diplomas:

Madison - Hattie Moxley, Eunice Scott, Ruth Newbury, Grace Smith,
Lola Rodman, Eugene Ragle, Roy Gilman, Leona Standley,
Alta Filson, Enola Long, Nora Cook, Grace Hahn

Severy - Charles Bowlin, Clifford Butcher, Bertha Clover, Nina Shell, Gertrude Hilyard, Stella Rice, Ruth Hayes, Lulu Holmes, Hazel Michaelson, Otta F. Ullman, Frank Blecha, Effie Lyster, Cecil Slater, Dayrel Dove, Rae V. Maben

Fall River - Nettie Sexton, Margaret Morton, Mary Brown, John Gardner, Effie Mann, Ina Bernard