Extracted chiefly from the newspapers, The Leader (TL) and Egyptian Press (EP)
August
A new post office has been established in Williams Prairie community, northeast part of the county, called Dwina. M.M. Williams is the postmaster. TL 1 Aug 1895
The hand of affliction has been laid heavily upon Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Norman the past month. One child killed by a wagon and another one died 29 Jul of whooping cough and brain fever. EP & TL 1 Aug 1895
C.T. Stokey and Mrs. Delia Holcomb, of Freeburg, F.M. Woods and Mrs. Kate Hefty of Centralia, relatives of Mrs. Holcomb, here to attend the funeral, returned home Monday. TL 1 Aug 1895
Dr. Samuel M. Mitchell died at his residence near Corinth last Tuesday morning, aged 77 years and 6 months. He was elected to the Illinois Legislature in 1872 as a member of the 47th district. Funeral services were at Zion M.E. Church by the Masonic order. The Corinth column stated Drs. John and Henry Mitchell had been called to the bedside of their father, Dr. S. Mitchell. TL 1 Aug 1895
Notice of adjustment — Harriet Goodall admrx estate of Hardin Goodall TL 1 Aug 1895
Ella Holcomb, wife of John H. Holcomb, died of consumption last Sunday at her residence in this city, aged 36 years and 7 days. Burial was in the New Cemetery. TL 1 Aug 1895
Creal Springs — Rev. W.F. Smith preached at Stonefort Sunday forenoon and in the afternoon officiated at the wedding of H.P. Eubody and Laura Osburn. The bride is the daughter of Dr. Osburn of Stonefort. TL 1 Aug 1895
Crab Orchard — Miss Cinda Parks, of Texas, has come to live with her uncle, Will Parks, here. TL 1 Aug 1895
Union Grove
G.W. Clark and Sula Wilson were married last Sunday.
F.M. Chanabery will teach in the Kelley district this year. TL 1 Aug 1895
Non-resident notice
A.J. Summerset et al vs M.B. Wolfe et al
Ellen Fozzard vs Martin Fozzard et al, bill for relief, non-residence of Joseph
Hayes, Emma Hayes, Mary Terry and Martin Fozzard TL 8 Aug 1895
Fredonia — A newcomer at the residence of Mon Tyner in the form of a fine looking boy. TL 8 Aug 1895
Indian Camp
Sylvester Allen, who has been in the Indian Territory almost a year, has returned to Egypt.
Since our last writing, we note the death of the following: Uncle Hiram Chaney, a 5-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tanner and a 4-month-old babe of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Jones. TL 8 Aug 1895
Johnston City
Miss Rosa Felts left Wednesday for an extended visit to Mt. Olive, IL. She will be the guest of Mrs. Emma Outhouse.
Miss Marion Sanders and Argyle Felts have been employed as teachers here for the coming year. One school will be at Johnston City and one at Lake Creek.
Mrs. Kate Brown left Monday for an extended visit with her children, Mrs. Bettie Favor and Carrie Cawthorn, near Guthrie, OK. She will go via St. Louis where she will visit her daughters there for a short time.
J.E. Pike returned Friday from Hot Springs, where he had been some time. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Lucinda Wilson, who will visit her parents awhile before departing for Colorado where she will join her husband. TL 8 Aug 1895
D.R. Harrison, of Herrin’s Prairie, will soon have a new store room ready and his stock moved from his old stand to the new town. On account of the heavy cost of moving his brick store house, he will let it remain on the farm and use it for some other purpose. TL 8 Aug 1895
Hampton — Dolph Howell, baby son of John Howell, died Thursday of last week with malaria. TL 8 Aug 1895
Samuel Minton Mitchell, aged 77 years and 6 months, son of Sion H. and Elizabeth Mitchell, was born in Wilson County, TN 30 Jan 1818. He came with his parents to Illinois in 1819 and stopped at Garrett’s Prairie, Franklin County for a short time, and then moved to what has since become Williamson County, near Corinth. After a stay of about one year, he went with his parents back to Tennessee and in 1821 came back to their former home near Corinth and stayed there until 1830 when they moved to Providence farm in Franklin County, where the subject of this sketch grew to manhood. He was very fond of hunting and by his marksmanship the family larder was often supplied with deer and turkey that fell victim to his deadly aim. From Providence farm he went to Tennessee and studied medicine under Dr. Vick Cook, He graduated from the Louisville Medical College 18 Feb 1842 and the honorary degree of M.D. was conferred upon him by Rush Medical College, Chicago on Feb 16, 1839. After graduation in 1842, he went to Blairsville, Indiana and tegan practice. In 1850, he moved to Williamson County, Illinois where he resided until his death. While in Indiana, he married his first wife, Martha Jane Pease on 24 Jun 1845. Two children were born, Sion Francis and Emily Elizabeth. His wife died 1 Jun 1848 and he married Martha Ann Harrison 1 Jan 1849. Six children were born, John H., Audobon Q., Martha J., Henry C., George 0. and Thomas M. His second wife died 14 Jul 1859 and he married 1 Jan 1860 May Maria Moulton. No children were born to this marriage. His third wife died 21 Aug 1885. All his children survive except Emily Elizabeth, who died in infancy. As a physician and surgeon, he succeeded immensely. No night was too cold, dark or stormy, when called by the sick and suffering, to keep him from his duty. He rode as many as ninety miles on horseback in one day and often slept in the saddle and as a surgeon performed successful operations that are considered by our modern surgeons as very difficult. He was a staunch Union man during the stormy days of the rebellion and contributed greatly to the cause by his liberality and medical assistance to the families of Union soldiers. He died at his old home with all of his children around him, but Sion and Jennie, after four days illness on 30 Jul 1895. TL 8 Aug 1895 [A lengthy obituary.]
Non resident notice
Paducah Building & Trust Co. vs T.H. Stankard, Mary Stankard, John Yopp and Lusk Bond
National Home Building 7 Loan Association vs E.W. Vinson, Sarah L. Vinson, W.L. Benson, W.S. Sexton, Andrew Sproule, John T. Davis, I. Gans, F. Smith & Son grocer Co.
Martha J. Stilley vs A.J. Reed EP 8 Aug 1895
Clay Murrah, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Noah Murrah, died last Thursday of brain fever. Burial was in Lake Creek Cemetery. EP 15 Aug 1895
Will A. Bradley, aged 29 years, living five miles southeast of Marion, died by his own hand last Saturday. He was born in Herrin’s Prairie and was ranked among the best teachers in the county. His health began to fail about a year ago and he became despondent. Saturday morning, he secured a pistol and started out in a field near the residence, meeting his mother. She insisted he return to the house, but without effect. A boy came along, and Will agreed to return with him, starting in that direction. His mother went to where her husband, W.J. Caplinger, was at work and told him of her son’s actions. While they were discussing the matter, Will turned back and arriving within about 80 yards of where his mother and step father were, sat down, leaned against a haystack, placed the pistol to his head and fired. Funeral services were at Mt. Pleasant Sunday, 11 Aug. TL & EP 15 Aug 1895
Crab Orchard
J.H. Edwards and Nellie Crossley were married last Thursday. EP 15 Aug 1895
Mrs. J.V. Fowler, formerly Mattie Parks, died Saturday of typhoid fever. She was cut down in early in life and her body deposited by the side of her first born who preceded her three days. This leaves the husband and father as the only part of the family. Burial was in this city. EP & TL 15 Aug 1895
L.J. Forth, of Mt. Vernon, General Agent Northwestern Masonic Aid Association of Chicago, came down Monday to deliver a check for $2,500 to the guardian of Augustus Lodge Mitchell, grandson of Dr. A.N. Lodge, deceased, who held a policy in this association. TL 15 Aug 1895
Card of thanks — To those who assisted in our sorrow caused by the death of William A. Bradley. W.J. Caplinger, Julia Caplinger and family. TL 15 Aug 1895
Crab Orchard — Nellie Crossley and John B. Edwards were married 7 Aug. TL 15 Aug 1895
Wm. Reid and Wm. Moake, son of Isaac Moake and commonly called “Hutch”, two young men living about 4 miles northwest of town, were shot down in Fred Crenshaw’s field. They had started to an apple cutting about 2 1/2 miles away, concluded the distance was too great and decided to go to Fred Crenshaw’s and get some watermelon. Arriving near the place, they saw a light on in the house and a man about the wheat stacks, near the melons. Hitching their horses, they climbed over the fence and started toward him, when they were shot. Reid has about 45 shots in his right arm, side and neck. Moake has about 15 in his left side. Both are in critical condition; Reid is worst. C.C. Reid was in town when he heard of it and took Drs. Bently and Edwards to care for them. EP & TL 15 Aug 1895
Indian Camp — W.O. Potter, the only lawyer in our town, has returned from an extended trip through Missouri, Arkansas and the west. He says Arkansas chills make a lawyer love mother and home above everything else. EP 22 Aug 1895
Last Saturday afternoon, John Thomas Council, aged 28 or 30, shot and killed Silas “Bud” Morgan, about 50, outside Barney Carter’s saloon on West Illinois Avenue in Carterville. Morgan was shot in the face. Both his hands were in his pockets and when removed by the coroner it was found that one hand contained a pipe and the other tobacco. Some facts have come to light, one of which is Council had threatened to kill another party here. This is Council’s third attempt to kill, the other two being unsuccessful. Witnesses who testified at the inquest were: W.J. Beavers, Racheal J. Beavers, J.H. Travelstead, John 0. Travelstead, B.H. Carter and C.A. Bauder. Those mentioned as being in the saloon are: Jack Adams, Geo. Bulliner and Vince Tippy. Morgan was buried in Hurricane Cemetery. TL & EP 22 Aug 1895
Notice of adjustment — H.P. Lamaster admr estate of John K. Dillard IL 22 Aug 1895
Fred Crenshaw admitted last week shooting Reed and Moake. He had lost melons and his patch otherwise injured the night before and was laying for the intruders when these men entered the field. TL 22 Aug 1895
Crab Ochard — Several of the young people attended the funeral of their old friend and associate, John Hawkins who was buried at Mt. Pleasant last Thursday. TL 22 Aug 1895
Johnston City
Susie Moore and Noah Bearden were married Sunday at the home of Uncle Newton Atwood.
Work began on the house of Cornelius Richerson last Monday.
The foundation for B.R. Nall’s beautiful cottage is now completed.
John Moore has been appointed pound master.
The series of meetings held by Elder Boles in the brush arbor closed Sunday evening. Eph Mcgee sold his livery stable outfit last Friday to Mr. Dillon of Mulkeytown. McGee, we understand, is soon to erect a first-class hotel near the depot.
L.L. Pleffer of the J.P. Smith Co. is here interesting our farmers in the creamery business.
Grandma Harris died at the home of John Leigh on the 10th, at the age of 83. Thus, one by one the old land marks fade away. She was the oldest resident of this precinct. The proposed roller mill at our place is a certainty. The necessary stock has been subscribed and work will soon begin.
P.W. Duncan and W.E. Clayton went to Altamont Monday to arrange with President Johnston of the C.P. & M, to run an excursion from Altamont, Marion and Carbondale to the big picnic and barbeque to be given here Sep 7. A grand picnic and barbeque dinner will be given by the First Baptist Church. It will be the greatest day Johnston City has seen. TL 22 Aug 1895
Allen C. Carr and Mary M. Ice drove down from Lake Creek Monday and were married by Judge L.D. Hartwell. The price of the marriage license was $1. EP 29 Aug 1895
Rev. W.P. Throgmorton of Ft. Smith, AR is at present in this city. EP 29 Aug 12895
Grant
Noah Bearden and Susan Moore were married 18 Aug. EP 29 Aug 1895
Geo. Cox, sentenced to 19 years for horse stealing, was pardoned last week after serving 10 years. He was sent from Harrisburg. TL 29 Aug 1895
Ella Blake died Tuesday night at the residence of her parents in this city. TL 29 Aug 1895
September
Johnston City
Train service will be established on the C. & C. 1 Sep.
The mill site has been located in the northwest part of town near the railroad.
Extra work was done by the I.O.O.F. last Saturday evening after which they repaired to Griffith’s restaurant and feasted on a bountiful repast such as Mr. Griffeth and his estimable wife serve.
It is a deplorable fact, indeed, wanton drunkenness is so common on our streets.
The echo of the saw and hatchet resounds from the neighboring hill tops again and industry has aroused and is rubbing her eyes, ready for another busy season. On Missionary Ridge the new residence of Dr. Felts has begun to loom up and in the north part of town the carpenters are making the saws buzz in the timbers of B.K. Nall and F.C. Richerson’s houses. TL 29 Aug 1895
Pulley’s Mill
Dr. Fly reports the arrival of a “wee” humanity at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Green.
Mrs. Martha Adams and L.C.M. Newlin and family left Thursday of last week for Utah. TL 5 Sep 1895
Tuesday S.J. Esteycame to town with two women holding marriage certificates and claiming him as theirs. It appears he left a wife in St. Louis and came over to Mt. Vernon where he met and married an invalid, Miss Lizzie Garrison. After taking to himself wife No. 2, he made quite a parade of his intentions, so much that he published in the St. Louis papers, which led Mrs. Estey No. 1 into the light of his second adventure. Following him, she succeeded in finding the wayward husband as above stated. He was arrested at Creal Springs and Esq. Samuels fixed bond at $3,000. Mr. Estey claims to be Col. Estey who commanded a brigade in the 14 Army Corps. He is a native of New York. Also, Harvey Thompson is facing the same charge. He denies it but will board with Mr. Elliot until the facts are better known. TL & EP 5 Sep 1895
Theodore Henry Barth, son of John W. & Paulina Barth, died 1 Sep after a painful illness. He was 16 years 8 months and 4 days old. EP 5 Sep 1895
Mrs. Mary Marris died Monday in this city at a ripe old age. Burial was in the new cemetery. She had deposited with Mr. Buckhart [Burkhart?] some 15 years ago enough money to defray her burial expenses. EP 5 Sep 1895
Notice of adjustment
A.J. Gambill admr estate of John Gambill. EP 5 Sep 1895
A boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Clayborn Cash Sunday. EP 12 Sep 1895
John Motsinger and Mabel Parks were married last Thursday. EP 12 Sep 1895
Mrs. J.H. Manier has returned from Paducah where she attended the funeral of her granddaughter. TL 12 Sep 1895
Zolla A. Dodd, of Mulkeytown and Anna Peebles were married Sunday evening. TL 12 Sep 1895
Union Grove — Rebecca Dorris and Mr. Stump died this week. Two good citizens of this county. TL 12 Sep 1895
J.R. Roberts, of Lake Creek and Anna B. Chenoweth, of Herrin’s Prairie were married 1 Sep 1895 at the residence of G.W. Lamaster. TL 12 Sep 1895
Paducah Daily News — Carrie Manier, aged 10 years, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Manier died last night after a lingering illness of typhoid fever at their home, 629 North Fifth Street. The father was away in Palestine, Texas, but arrived in time for the funeral. Her Grandmother Manier of Marion, Illinois, brought many beautiful flowers from her home to adorn her lovely little casket. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery. TL 12 Sep 1895
Grant
Mr. Stump died the 3rd. EP 19 Sep 1895
A coroner’s verdict held at Anna on 2 Sep 1895 Perina Sarah Mendenhall, found that she came to her death by injuries at the hands of James S. Jones. She was away from home endeavoring to earn a small pittance for the benefit of her sick family when she was attacked, knocked down then choked, kicked and beaten literally to death. The assailant was compelled to desist in order to protect himself against an escaped patient from the asylum, who undertook himself to wreak vengeance on Jones. The murderer was transferred from Anna to the Cairo jail, it is said, to lessen his danger from mob violence. EP 19 Sep 1895
Notice of adjustment
M.C. Barsch admr estate of Conrad Barsch.
Sheriff’s sale
Judgment against John Goodall and M.C. Campbell in favor of D.R. Harrison. EP 19 Sep 1895
From the Murphysboro Era — A short time ago a child was born to Oscar Cruse and wife, residing near Blairsville and the mysterious disappearance of the child has led to the supposition that it was murdered. None were present at the birth except the parents and the attending physician. The doctor suggested that they call in some lady as a nurse or attendant and was informed one had already been summoned. The doctor left and the next day he called to attend the mother and was told the child was dead. It is now the general supposition that the little one was murdered and fed to the hogs. This rumor reached the parents and caused them to take to hiding. Warrants were issued for their arrest. — The above is another instance of injustice to Williamson County and her citizens by the pen of its special correspondent. The facts are the child died a natural death, in fact was almost stillborn, and was buried by the father and a friend, though somewhat secretly. The parents were young and newly married, are of good families and have well-to-do parents. Mrs. Cruse was formerly Miss Morsie Waldron. The parents give as a reason for the secret burial that fact that they had been married but half a year that the lady had stoutly denied her condition to her parents and since the child, being born before time, had died they desired to keep it a secret from the world that a child had been born to them. Sheriff Parks placed the parties under arrest and after placing them under $2,000 bond, set them at liberty again. EP 19 Sep 1895
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Humphrey was buried Monday. TL 19 Sep 1895
W.R. Parks, of Crab Orchard, ordered the Leader to be sent to his brother, J.G. Parks, of Dwelton, Texas. TL 19 Sep 1895
Jennie Montgomery, aged 18 years, 10 months and 26 days, died of consumption 6 6 Sep at the home of her father, 4 miles south of Marion. After disposing of her effects in a way she saw proper, and expressing a willingness to die, she bade all present goodbye and met death in peace. TL 19 Sep 1895
Indian Camp
It is with a sad heart we mention the death of two more of our citizens, Mr. James Graves and Mrs. Ablsey Mosley.
Mrs. Sarah Absher and family returned from Corning, Arkansas on the 14th. All of them are sick with the chills and fever. TL 19 Sep 1895
Elizabeth Bearden was born 10 Jun 1834 and died 23 Sep 1895 at Isaac Bearden’s, her husband. She joined the Primitive Baptist Church in October 1864 at Bethlehem, four miles east of Marion. The funeral was preached by J.C. Williams at Bethlehem Church 25 Sep. TL 26 Sep 1895
Grace Lewis, 14-year-old daughter of W.T. Lewis, died Saturday night. TL 26 Sep 1895
Minnie F. Roberts, 23-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.L. Roberts, of Corinth, died last Saturday of typhoid fever. TL 26 Sep 1895
Joe Willeford, 18-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Willeford, died Friday at their residence 4 miles north and was buried at the Spillertown Cemetery. EP 26 Sep 12905
Elizabeth Bearden, wife of Isaac, whose home is four miles east of Marion, was buried in the family burial grounds. EP 26 Sep 1895
Indian Camp
Jeff Mosley, since his wife’s death, has moved in with his brother Fayette.
Enoch Powell of Stoddard County, MO is visiting his parents in this vicinity.
E.O. Luster’s little girl was buried at Indian Camp last Monday. EP 26 Sep 1895
Adoption of child
To Alice Burchell, on 4 Nov 1895, a petition will be presented asking for an order declaring your minor child, William T. Burchell to be our adopted child and also changing his name to that of William T. Pate. Newton Pate and Mary Pate, petitioners. EP 26 Sep 1895
October
Chancery sale
Thomas Duncan et at complainants Samuel A. Vancil et at complainants TL 3 Oct 1895
Southern Precinct
Neely Midget, of Lem Branch, was made to rejoice the other day. One more member added to his little family.
Henry McInturff is looking for a hard winter. He has been getting rid of his children, two at a time. Mr. Bill Phillips has taken Viola and he got one Miss Mollie Groves, of Vienna to take Albert. They were married at the residence of J.W. Mckinney, who officiated. TL 3 Oct 1895
Crab Orchard — If reports are true, E.E. Camden, of Bernie, MO and Fannie Lewis of this place were married last Sunday. TL 3 Oct 1895 Later — it was a false report.
Elder Samuel G. Spencer, of Riter, Utah, presiding elder in the Missionary church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, has established headquarters at Marion. He is a near descendant of the early colony of Latter Day Saints in Illinois. His father was with Joe Smith at Nauvoo; from there he went to Salt Lake City with those who went out of Illinois. His territory now consists of four states, with Mission address as above stated, at Marion. TL 3 Oct 1895
Pulley’s Mill — Wm. Stanley and Nola Hicks were married the 18th. TL 3 Oct 1895
Green B. Hobbs, one of Marion’s old inhabitants, died last Sunday night at the age of 63 years. TL 3 Oct 1895
A little child of Mr. and Mrs. John Clarida died Sunday at their residence in this city. TL 3 Oct 1895
Johnston City
The new mill is no more talk or guess work, but a reality. The building is well under way and when completed will stand 3 1/2 stories high, southeast of and near the depot. The McKee Hotel is also a fixed fact, located on main Street leading east from the depot. Dr. Felts has a model residence under way, when completed will be a beauty. TL 3 Oct 1895
Zula Reid, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Reid and W.F. Slater were married last night. EP 3 Oct 1895
Chancery sale
Robert W. Spiller et al complainants involving real estate and life estate of Elizabeth Spiller. EP 3 Oct 1895
Final settlement notice
James M. Young admr estate of Samuel T. Russell EP 3 Oct 1895
Neal Brown and family, of Lake Creek, took the train at this place Tuesday for Woodbine, Texas where they will make their home in the future. EP 3 Oct 1895
Lake Creek
Dr. B.R. Felts has almost completed at Johnston City one of the finest and most convenient dwellings in the county.
Jas. H. Higgason and a gentleman from Galatia are laying the foundation of a $5,000 flour and grist mill at Johnston City this week. EP 3 Oct 1895
Green Hobbs died at his residence Monday. Burial was in the New Cemetery. EP 10 Oct 1895
Estey, the man jailed here several weeks ago for bigamy was found guilty and sentenced to an indefinite period of time in accordance with the new statue. EP 10 Oct 1895
Bertie Fly and J.B. Hudgens were married last Sunday. EP 10 Oct 1895
Absher
Lewis Shaw and George have purchased a farm of Leander Tanner, right in the middle of Heelstring.
Newt Clarida is the proud father of a girl. EP 10 Oct 1895
Marriage licenses since Sep 1
Chas. L. Ralls, 31, Herrin’s Prairie – Adell Frick, 24, Carterville
Riley Berry, 24, Wolf Creek – Artansy Childers, 22, Wolf Creek
Zolla A. Dodd, 24, Marion – Annie Peebles, 22, Marion
Samuel Hester, 25, Carterville – Leslie Newton?, 22, Carterville
M. Culbreth, 20, Crab Orchard – Louetta Norman, 22, Marion
Pete Drake, 2, Vienna – Eva Dowdy, 20, Goreville
J.W. Sanders, 32, Marion – Martha A.E. True, 29, Lake Creek
J.M. Connell, 24, New Hope – Emma Beers, 24, Corinth
A. Whitehead, 21, Creal Springs – Minnie Clark, 18, Creal Springs
A. McInturff, 22, Marion – Mollie Groves, 18, Marion
Wm. B. Phillips, 43, Marion – Viola McInturff, 26, Marion
Henry Sutton, 23, Marion – Clara Groves, 20, Marion
J.F. Throgmorton, 23, Wolf Creek – Emma Fly, 20, Crainville
Dile Hasting, 19?, Marion – Flora Norman, 15, Marion
Noah Davis, 21, Carterville – Alice Cawthon, 17, Carterville
W.P. Pain, 22, Cottage Home – Minnie Yates, 17, Wolf Creek
Scott Arnold, 32, Carterville – Minnie Gunster, 35, Carterville
Frank York, 25, Cottage Home – Clara Thaxton, 19, Cottage Home
J. Ed. Wollard, 22, Thompsonville – Laura Carter, 21, Thompsonville
Jack Williams, 21, Corinth – Senie Hefflin, 19, Corinth
W.F. Slater, 26, Marion — Zula Reid, 26, Marion
Willie Murray, 23, Carrier Mills — Mary L. Ridgway, 17, Stonefort
Charley Cagle, 24, Crainville — Ella M. Watson, 18, Crainville
John B. Hudgens, 34, Pulleys Mill — Bertie Fly, 20, Pulley’s Mill
L.D. Allen, 27, Crab Orchard — Ida J. Clarida, 21, Crab Orchard
Minors:
Otto Davis and Rinda Holmes
James Greenway and Sallie Hutchinson
Andy Stone and Belle Milligan EP 10 Oct 1895
P.W. Duncan of the firm of Duncan Bros., Johnston City, reports the burglarizing of their store Friday night. Among the items taken were jewelry, pocket knives, pants, hats, shirts, shoes, a few watches, etc. TL 10 Oct 1895
Johnston City
Ten houses are being built at present and several more will start in a few days.
F.M. Sanders will commence school in Johnston City next Monday. We hope to have an elegant school house in our city ere another school term rolls around. TL 10 Oct 1895
Wichita, Kas., Oct 9 – A deadly battle occurred in a saloon at Woodward, Oklahoma, known as the “Cabinet” and owned by Jack Garvey last night. Lawyer Ed Jennings of Woodward was shot dead and his brother, John Jennings, was mortally wounded. The men who did the shooting was ex State Senator Temple Houston, son of Gen. Sam Houston and ex sheriff Jack Love of Woodward. The trouble began in a courtroom where Jennings, who was attorney for the Santa Fe Railroad Company, was prosecuting a boy for stealing a keg of beer from a car. Houston was defending him. During the examination of a witness the lie was passed and the battle followed when the men met later in a saloon, all drawing their guns simultaneously. After the shooting, Houston and Love surrendered to the sheriff. John Jennings cannot live. — The above was in the St. Louis Republic last Thursday. Jennings are the sons of Dr. Jennings, once States Attorney of this county, who so suddenly and without announcing he was going, went. The Dr. and the boys were citizens of Marion and well known here twenty years ago. TL 17 Oct 1895 EP 24 Oct 1895 says the men are sons of Probate Judge J.D.F. Jennings of this county [speaking of Oklahoma] . Ed Jennings came here last summer from El Reno, was widowed and his death orphans a son nine years of age.
Chancery sale — Emma Stocks vs Thomas C. Dwyer et al TL 17 Oct 1895
Thos. M. Grady, aged 17, was adjudged insane Monday and taken to the Anna Hospital. TL 17 Oct 1895 EP says Thomas M. Gram from near Carterville.
John Dunn, one of the oldest men in Williamson County, was buried last Thursday. He had reached his 95th year. TL 17 Oct 1895
A son, their first born, for Capt. W.B. and Gussie Lamaster. TL 17 Oct 1895
Jailer J.J. Elliott went to Chester last Friday with S.J. Estey of Mt. Vernon and Harvey Thompson of DuQuoin, convicted of bigamy. TL 17 Oct 1895
Herman Calvert and Parlee Forres were married Sunday evening at Fountain Church. TL 17 Oct 1895
Fredonia
Nora Rodd and Bert Fletcher were married the 13th.
An infant son of W.J. Beavers passed to Heaven on the 12th. The remains were placed in Reeves Cemetery. TL 17 Oct 1895
The frame of the Johnston City Roller Mill is up and shows that the projectors intend to have one of the best mills in the south end of Illinois. It stands in the southwest part of the town, by the railroad and towns [towers?] high above the other buildings. It will have, when completed, a daily capacity of 100 barrels of flour. EP 17 Oct 1895
Chancery sale
Nathan Jackson et al complainants. EP 17 Oct 1895
Indian Camp
Mrs. Mary Tuttle, from the vicinity of Harrisburg, has been visiting her brother, Frank Parks of this place. She brings glad tidings to her brother that they have fallen heir to a large estate in England. She carries with her a “spiritual knocker” that verifies her statement.
George Pritchett wears a broad smile now; there is a newcomer at his house.
Uncle Jacob Potter left a few days ago to visit his brother in Malden, MO. 24 Oct 1895
A bouncing fine girl took up her abode with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. James of Lake Creek the 15th. EP 24 Oct 1895
Albert Duty passed through this city Friday, going by dirt to Missouri, Arkansas and other geographical points. EP 24 Oct 1895
Lake Creek
F.M. Sanders is getting along well in the new school at Johnston.
Yes, Johnston City has two railroads which is booming the town but she is not satisfied, she must have one more. This time we are to be connected with Terre Haute, Ind. And tis sure to come. Just move to Johnston City and enjoy the boom. Advance! Hurrah. What’s the matter with the better class of people of Johnston City? Why don’t they call the States Attorney’s attention to their needs and stop this drinking and fighting of last week, which is disgracing our town so fast.
Monroe Harris happened to a very serious accident Saturday in helping move Lon Peterson’s dwelling from the old town. He was under the house placing the rollers when it fell but he happened to be between the sleepers, which alone saved his life. Had the sleepers been across him his life would have been crushed out at once. He will recover. EP 24 Oct 1895
Chancery sale
Judgment against A.J. Reed in favor of Martha J. Stilley. EP 24 Oct 1895
Southern Precinct
Mrs. Mary Ann Stone died 18 Oct and was buried in Freedom Cemetery.
Mr. and Mrs. John Hill of Newton district buried a child, which died of whooping cough, Sunday evening. TL 24 Oct 1895
Corinth
Mrs. Harrison Barret, of Eldorado, was buried in the Corinth Cemetery Saturday. Mrs. Marion Sims died Wednesday with a congestive chill. The funeral was held at Union Grove. TL 24 Oct 1895
Union Democrat, Dongola — Another old land mark gone. The Rev. John A. Williams was born 28 Apr 1822 near Nashville, Tennessee and died 9 Oct 1895, aged 73 years 5 months and 11 days. He married Kate Bowlin 21 Dec 1841 and had four children. Three survive: Mrs. Lizzie M. Watkins, of Cairo, Mrs. Lorena J. Stradley, of DuQuoin and Fenelon T. Williams of Thompsonville. Mr. Williams united with the Nine Mile Baptist Church, in Williamson County, in 1848 and was ordained to the ministry in 1860 and has been an active worker for the Master in the ministry for thirty five years. TL 24 Oct 1895
Chancery sale
Joseph Weiner vs W.R. Bennett et al
Leroy Maxam for the use of Arthur Dates vs William Schaeffer
TL 24 Oct 1895
John Anderson, an aged pensioner, died at his residence in this city last Sunday. The remains were taken to Union Grove for burial. He received injuries while serving his country that entitled him to a pension of $72 per month. EP 31 Oct 1895
Chancery sale
J.W. Roy vs William C. Woods and Martha J. Woods
H.R. Searing manager of estate of John H. Searing vs Felix B. Russell et al. EP 31 Oct 1895
Marriage licenses
F. Fletcher, 25, Marion — Ella N. Rodd, 15, Marion
J.L. Bickers, 24, Harrisburg — Blanche Qualls, 18, DuQuoin
Jas. H. Calvert, 36, Pulleys Mill — Paralee Farrer, 24, Pulleys Mill
J.T. Harris, 75, Lake Creek — Amanda J. Lee, 59, Marion
Ernest Dralle, 29, Marion — Caroline Wickerd, Marion
Noah Payne, 28, Carterville — Libbie D. Powell 25, Carterville EP 31 Oct 1895
Another daughter for Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Hull. TL 31 Oct 1895
Joseph Meiser is proprietor of City Hotel, Johnston City. Dr. BEEM will be found at the office at any business hour. TL 31 Oct 1895
Halfway — Thos. Anderson was buried at Union Grove Monday. TL 31 Oct 1895
On Sunday morning in Aug, 1862, at Corley school house, near this city, Thos. A. Anderson, a sound, healthy man enlisted in Company H 81st Illinois Vol. Returned home wrecked in health he survived the heat of summers and storms of winter until last Sunday morning he heard the last roll call and passed into “time’s eternal camping ground.” For seven years past he was helpless and drew $72 pension per month. It was Sunday ’62 he responded to the first roll call and Sunday ’95 responded to the last call. TL 31 Oct 1895
Absher — Mr. and Mrs. Eb Suster have lost three girls out of their home. They have the sympathy of the entire community. TL 31 Oct 1895
City Hotel, Johnston City — Joseph Meiser, proprietor. Board $2.50 per week. Table supplied with the best the country can produce. Also in connection with the hotel, a feed stable at reasonable rates. TL 31 Oct 1895
November
County Clerk James A. Felts, 33, ran down to Cottage Home last night and married Miss Stella Sanders, 18. Oh my! Those Republicans. EP 7 Nov 1895
Lum Davis and Mary Davis, both of this city, were married on the 30th. EP 7 Nov 1895
The ladies of the Baptist Church of Johnston City set dinner and supper in the hall over Grant & Chamness millinery store. EP 7 Nov 1895
Lizzie Calvert, formerly of our city and Robert L. Kawkins of Murphysboro were married Sunday at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. W.B. Buckly in Murphysboro. EP 7 Nov 1895
W.L. Stilley, old and respected citizen, died Tuesday. Death was a climax of afflictions contracted while serving the Union in the stormy sixties. Burial was in the family cemetery. EP 7 Nov 1895
Ephraim McCormic of Herrin’s Prairie had quite a thrilling experience last Sabbath evening. He went over to Squire Everett’s to chat the good-looking school marm who boards there and she met him at the door with a stick of stove wood. Ephraim tried to bribe the old Squire to silence with a large jug of most delicious and sparkling cider but the beverage was too weak. EP 7 Nov 1895
States Attorney Peebles left here Saturday morning, having in custody William Knight, a juvenile offender of this county, whom he escorted to the State Reform School at Pontiac. Knight was released from this institution about a year ago but since that time his conduct has warranted his reincarceration there. EP 7 Nov 1895
Chancery sale — Julia I. Campbell vs W.E. Wiley et al TL 7 Nov 1895
Dr. McIntosh and wife have another son. TL 7 Nov 1895
Gus Sizemore and Nannie Keaster were married 24 Oct. TL 7 Nov 1895
Wm. Ballard, of Schoharie Prairie, fell from a hickory tree Thursday while gathering nuts and was killed. He regained consciousness after the fall and remained so until his death in the afternoon of the day he met with the misfortune. It happened on Big Lake Creek, some two or three miles down the creek from where the Johnston City and Herrin’s Prairie road crosses the creek. Bill Ballard, his son, George Felts and his son were out nutting. Ballard climbed a tree to knock some nuts out and lost his hold about sixty feet from the ground and hit the ground broadside. Not a bone was broken nor a blackened bruise made upon the body. He had recently moved here from DuQuoin and was living near Mr. Felts. He leaves a family. TL & EP 7 Nov 1895
Stein Roberts, 6-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Roberts, was buried Monday at Corinth. She died of diphtheria in Carbondale where the family is temporarily located. Florence, 16 years old, is also very low with the same disease. TL 7 Nov 1895
W.L. Stilley died at his home east and near Marion Tuesday night. He was almost three score and ten. TL 7 Nov 1895
Last Saturday night, at the close of services at the First Baptist Church, George Parker and Dick Jordan, porter at the Goodall House, met and became involved in a difficulty. Parker, after a blow had been passed, drew a pistol and shot Jordan. The ball entered just above the heart, passing near enough to push the skin out on the opposite side, where Dr. Casey found it Monday morning, cutting it out. Jordan walked to the court house, indulging in invective profanity, where he gave down and had to be carried. Jordan had gone to the church to whip Parker. The wound was serious though not thought to be fatal. Parker was jailed. TL 7 Nov 1895
Crab Orchard — A child of Anderson Alexander was buried in Mt. Pleasant Saturday. TL 7 Nov 1895
County Clerk Jas. A. Felts and Stella J. Sanders were married Wednesday night at the bride’s residence in Grassy. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sanders. TL 14 Nov 1895
P.W. Duncan and Lizzie Felts were married last Wednesday at Christopher, IL. She is the daughter of W.H. Felts of this city and he is a prominent merchant at Johnston City. TL 14 Nov 1895 EP says married last Sunday.
Robt. Hudgens attended the marriage of his brother Zach Hudgens to Carrie Fly last Sunday. EP 14 Nov 1895
Sherman May was called to Creal Springs to embalm the body of Mrs. Sherrell of Paducah who had been to the Springs for her health. EP 14 Nov 1895
Miss Orpha Furlong, who spent the past two weeks visiting relatives here and at Crab Orchard, left yesterday for her home at Poplar Bluff, MO. She was accompanied by her grandmother, Mrs. Lotha Furlong. EP 14 Nov 1895
Absher
Two deaths occurred in our neighborhood last week: Mrs. John Hill and Mrs. Wm. Barwick.
Lon Parks, Leander Tanner and Geory [George?] Parks with their families stated for Arkansas last Thursday. Are there any more Heelstrings? EP 14 Nov 1895
Chancery sale
C.H. Denison vs Junior Pritchett et al — foreclosure of mortgage. EP 14 Nov 1895
A Carterville miner with whiskey in his stomach and powder in his pocket stepped into a restaurant in Johnston City owned by Mr. Griffith and soon became a nuisance. Mr. Griffith place a pistol to his eye and pulled the trigger. The gun snapped and a life was saved but the gun was again pulled to a half cock before parties could quiet the enraged Carterville man. EP 14 Nov 1895
Last Sunday the body of Charley Rich was found in Saline Creek, near New Denison. The theory is that he, being subject to fits, was seized with one while standing on the bridge and fell in and drowned. Another theory is he committed suicide. He was of weak mind and upon hearing that it was the intention of his folks to send him to the asylum he remarked that he would not go, he would die first. He was about 18 years old. EP 14 Nov 1895
Executors notice
S.G. Stilley exec of estate of William L. Stilley. EP 14 Nov 1895
Mrs. Elizabeth J. Simpson, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Scurlock, was born 8 Jul 1846 in Williamson County. She married Steven J. Simpson in 1865. She joined Mt. Pleasant C.P. Church, known as Motsinger Shed, in Oct 1865. She leaves a husband and six children. Burial was in Mt. Pleasant. TL & EP 21 Nov 1895 EP 14 Nov says died Tuesday.
Pulley’s Mills
Little Ruth Patrick, daughter of Wm. Patrick, died Tuesday of last week.
William Gray and Della Grimes went to Marion one day last week and were quietly married.
Zachariah Hudgens Jr. and Carrie Fly were married the 10th. TL 21 Nov 1895
Absher — Homer Powell and Miss Tanner were married the 14th. TL 21 Nov 1895
A girl was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Campbell. EP 21 Nov 1895
Prof. A.J. Gambill has sold his Marion property and located in Johnston City. He purchased half interest in the business of Kopp & Son. EP 21 Nov 1895
Ehud Watson and Ella Hudgens were married Sunday. EP 21 Nov 1895
In the case of John Jones, charged with killing Mrs. Mendenhall, he had a booth at the Anna fair last August and she worked for him. As a result of a few cents difference in their settlement, he kicked and belabored her so that she died in one hour. EP 21 Nov 1895
Dunklin (MO) Democrat — Eld. H.C. West, a minister of the Christian Church, well known in this part of southeast Missouri, died at his home two miles south of Kennett 12 Nov 1895, aged 44 years and 7 months. He had been sick about three weeks, first from pneumonia and then typhoid fever. He leaves a wife and four children: Emmett, Charles, Stella and Mattie. His mother lives at Carbondale and was here on a visit lately. He was born in Marion, IL, but came to this county about 18 years ago. He commenced work in the ministry about 12 years ago, his first sermon being at Gregory school house, north of Kenneth His funeral was yesterday under the direction of the Odd Fellows, of which he was a member. Burial was in Oak Ridge Cemetery. TL 28 Nov 1895
Gladys Browning, daughter of R.O. and E.M. Browning, was born 3 Jul 1895 and died 11 Nov 1895. TL 28 Nov 1895
A special dispatch to the Globe-Democrat from Fort Smith, AR last Monday says:
John Bell, a bridge builder from Carterville, IL, was shot and killed last night at the Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf bridge, twelve miles above this city on the Arkansas River, by an one armed gambler named Joe Hunter. The killing was the result of a spree that the parties had been indulging in all day. Hunter, who is an ex-convict, made his escape and is still at large. John was the son of the late Stanley Bell and was raised near this city He still has a large number of relatives living in this county. He is a driver by profession and worked on the Cairo, Merchants bridge at St. Louis and the new bridge at Memphis. The remains were brought to this place last Monday night and buried near Blairsville today. TL 28 Nov 1895
Creal Springs — We intended giving the names of twins who recently arrived at the residence of Logan Gulley, but when we asked the names, Mr. G. said, “The boy’s name is Barney and I have forgotten the girl’s name.” Twins are a tax on one’s memory. TL 28 Nov 1895
Johnston City
A girl was born Thursday to Mr. and Mrs. James Newton.
The work on the new hotel is being rapidly pushed and we will soon be a rival to Creal Springs in that respect.
J.L. Grant, since the arrival of that boy, seems to be the happiest man in Lake Creek. EP 28 Nov 1895
Logan Marks and Nannie Pulley were married Sunday. EP 28 Nov 1895
Fletcher Ferges, of Lake Creek, met with a serious accident at Carterville Wednesday of last week. He was hauling a load of baled hay to market and driving across a railroad at a point where there was no crossing. He was thrown from his seat and broke his leg. He was taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. Cox, where he received surgical treatment. EP 28 Nov 1895
Harrisburg Chronicle
Roman Cavanaugh, colored, was killed Tuesday night while assisting in a charivari at Rufus Smith’s. Little is known here, except he was shot and found dead the next morning. EP 28 Nov 1895
Final settlement notice
Ed M. Spiller, assignee of Otis Brown. EP 28 Nov 1895
December
Gertie Stephens, 16-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Stephens, died after a long and painful illness of paralysis last Tuesday at the family residence in this city. The funeral was at Pleasant Grove Church yesterday. TL & EP 5 Dec 1895
Edna Campbell, age 16 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Campbell, died last Sunday. She had not been well for some time and Saturday was taken with brain fever. IL & EP 5 Dec 1895
Wm. Casey, of MO, has been visiting his brother, Dr. Casey, in this city. TL 5 Dec 1895
Canaville — Uncle George White is quite an expert in the use of old Betsy Ann. The gun was carried by Willis Corder in the service of his country. TL 5 Dec 1895
Halfway
We learn there is a new arrival at Hez Davis’ (Brunner) but we don’t know what it is.
An infant child of Roy and Martha Mocaby died last Thursday. Burial was at Union Grove.
Mon Owens does not come to the store as often as he used to, but when he does come he is all smiles — for it is a boy.
Mrs. Ella Perdue (Hearn) of Garretts Prairie died of consumption Friday. She leaves three children. Burial was at Union Grove. TL 5 Dec 1895
Mrs. O.G. Campbell died last Monday at her residence in this city. She was a sister of J.H. Stewart of Corinth. She was born in 1830. Sydney Campbell, wife of Uncle Richard Campbell. Burial was in the New Cemetery. TL 5 & EP Dec 1895
Chancery sale
Howard Hanson and Julia Hanson vs James M. Richart, Marion C. Campbell and Edward McGuire. EP 5 Dec 1895
Sam Thompson died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Jno. Hestand the 29th. Burial was in Thompson Cemetery near Blairsville. TL 5 Dec 1895
Creal Springs – Logan Marks of Canaville and Miss Pulley of Bainbridge were married Saturday. They left Monday for Tunnel Hill to visit Mr. Marks’ sister, Mrs. Cover. TL 5 Dec 1895
Chas. Campbell and Vada Franklin were married 1 Dec. TL 5 Dec 1895
Marriages licenses issued in November
V.W. Williams, 47, Marion – Mary T. Wily, 43, Marion
James A. Felts, 33, Marion – Stella J. Sanders, 18, Cottage Home
Zack Hudgens, 21, Pulley’s Mill – Cora Fly, 22, Pulley’s Mill
Sam Morefield, 21, Carterville – Mint Carter, 23, Carterville
Willie Calvert, 24, Cottage Home – Ella Crain, 20, Crainville
Thos. F. King, 22, Corinth – Elizabeth Duty, 20, Corinth
Homer Powell, 22, Absher – Elizabeth Tanner, 20, Absher
Wm. S. Gray, 32, Pulley’s Mill – Amanda D. Grimes, 23, Pulley’s Mill
Geo. Mousley, 28, Murphysboro – Emma Bauder, 26, Carterville
Ehud Watson, 30, Marion – Ellen Hudgens, 23, Pulleys
R.P. Cobb, 39, Dwina – Harriet Harris, 18, Dwina
John A. Smith, 21, Corinth – Martha J. Harris, 21, Corinth
J.L. Marks, 28, Canaville – Nan Pulley, 21, Marion
Wm. D. Beavers, 24, Blairsville – Sarah Smith, 19, Blairsville
F.W. Simmons, 28, Harvill, MO – Alice Simmons, 24, Marion
W.A. Cline, 34, Crab Orchard – Cora A. Sheretz, 25, Crab Orchard
Charles Campbell, 28, Marion – Vadie Franklin, 19, Marion TL 5 Dec 1895
Resolutions – Death of Gertie Stephens – our Sunday School has lost a bright and cheerful member. TL 12 Dec 1895
Resolutions – Death of Sidney S. Campbell – M.E. Church South lost a member. TL 12 Dec 1895
Last Saturday coal was reached in Johnston City. 70 feet of limestone was passed through. Coal was discovered at 173 feet. Also, the mill is almost completed. Mr. Bozeman is proprietor. TL 12 Dec 1895
Creal Springs
A new boy arrived at the home of Robt. Donaldson Tuesday morning.
Mr. Manwarring died Wednesday.
A boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Shafer. TL 12 Dec 1895
Edna Campbell, daughter of James and Elizabeth Campbell, was born 15 Mar 1879 and died Sunday morning. TL 12 Dec 1895
A 10-pound boy was born Tuesday to Mr. and Mrs. R.P. Hogan. EP 12 Dec 1895
Mr. J.L. Grant informs us that the fine girl mentioned last week is a 13-pound boy. EP 12 Dec 1895
Johnston City
After years of toil and delay, the long sought for was found last Saturday morning at Johnston City. At a depth of something over one hundred seventy feet, the finest vein of coal in Williamson County was reached. Mr. Barlow has proven himself to be thoroughly acquainted with the plans and methods of reaching the “Black Diamond.” EP 12 Dec 1895
Wednesday of last week, Bill Ingram lost his life. In some way he was caught under a falling tree and so badly crushed that death resulted. EP 19 Dec 1895
Wm. Cheatham died Saturday at his home three miles east of this city. Burial was in Worley Cemetery. EP 19 Dec 1895
George F. Barth vs Mary Barth — bill for divorce EP 19 Dec 1895
Non resident notice
Marion Building and Loan association vs Susan A. Senter, Geo. F. Senter, Nancy E. Senter, Mark Senter, William E. Senter, Mahala Senter, Moody K. Hobbs, Ethel Hobbs, Pearl Hobbs and Lucian Holland. EP 19 Dec 1895
William C. Davis, James M. Davis, Ida Baker and Jeff Cox vs Clara Davis, a minor and George Davis, F.C. Zimmerman and Ed White. EP 19 Dec 1895
Mrs. H.M. Richart wrote a letter to the editor describing the 80th birthday party of Dr. James Hayton. He was born in 1815 in England and came to Williamson County in the early forties. He was a tailor by trade and went to Alton to help make blue coats for soldiers in the Mexican War. He was well educated and had studied medicine to some extent. His first wife was Bessie Crowther, also English. She lived a short time and left one child. He afterwards married her sister, Anna Crowther in 1847. They commenced housekeeping at Bainbridge in a house built by Rev. Hund for a schoolhouse and dwelling. Soon after my arrival in Illinois, my sister invited them to tea. Mrs. Hayton wore a cap as was the custom for brides in England. They both worked at the tailor’s trade. In the meantime, he studied medicine, then taught school several years. He finally settled near Grassy Creek and practiced medicine. The five sons are married and settled in comfortable homes. The eldest daughter is married and the two youngest remain at home. The wife and mother passed over the river to the home on the other side several years ago. TL 19 Dec 1895
Johnston City
Mr. Mckee is building a new hotel.
B.K. Noll [Nall] is building a very unique building.
Dr. Felts new residence is almost completed.
A social party was given Friday night at Martin Felts.
Our Congregational brethren are contemplating building a house of worship at this place. The rough lumber is already on the ground.
Our new mill is one of the finest in the state. The firm is composed of Messrs. Bozeman, Leigh, Otey and Mitchell. Otey and Mitchell purchased Mr. Hickerson’s interest. TL 19 Dec 1895
Mrs. Hezekiah Davis died at her home near Union Grove Church Wednesday of last week. EP 26 Dec 1895
H.G.W. Lewis has given up charge of the county farm and has moved to his farm near Crab Orchard. John Jeter takes charge of the Poor Farm and now has nine boarders. EP 26 Dec 1895
Drs. Casey and Evans were called by the county commissioners Monday to amputate the right foot of Sam Lewis, pauper from near Stonefort. The foot was afflicted with black erysipelas and had decayed half way to the ankle joint. It was taken off just below the knee. EP 26 Dec 1895
L.A. Goddard, a former banker of Marion, now of Chicago, has had $350 invested for some time in a western gold claim. A few days ago he received a telegram from his brother-in-law, who is out there, stating that his $350 investment is now worth $30,000. EP 26 Dec 1895
Johnston City
The new hotel which is being erected by Mr. McKee is progressing nicely. The structure is a large one.
A.J. Gambill and Belle Moore were married the 18th
Fire has been built in the new mill and some of the machinery put into motion. Mr. Bozeman is the miller. EP 26 Dec 1895
Canaville — The wife of Thomas Burns was buried at the Baptist Cemetery last Sunday. The recovery of her husband is doubtful; he has pneumonia very bad. She leaves three children.
Aunt Martha Turner has returned home to spend the winter with her son W.G.T. She was born in 1822 in Middle Tennessee and is now 73 years old. She and her husband, James Tanner, came to Illinois at an early day. He passed away some time ago at the age of 79. She has been compelled to give up her eyesight in her old days. TL 26 Dec 1895 [Name given as both Tanner and Turner]
Creal Springs
Jas. Wylie and Mrs. Rich, both of Creal Springs, were married Wednesday night. He is 19 and she is 39.
City Marshal Jno. Gulley went to Anna and brought Will Mcintosh back on a charge of seduction. He was held under one thousand dollars bond.
Myrtle Lewis, daughter of W.T. Lewis, born 31 Oct 1874 three miles southeast of Marion, died Tuesday, 17 Dec 1895, of typhoid-pneumonia. Interment was in the family cemetery. It has been but a short time since another daughter died of the same disease. EP & TL 26 Dec 1895
H.K. Manwaning died 4 Dec at this place. He was born in Stepelhurst, County of Kent, England 31 May 1818, being 77 years old. He was united into Jamaica Lodge No. 81 I.O.O.F. N.Y. 11 Apr 1843 and moved to Illinois in 1848, joined Weakena Lodge No. 34, Lasalle County, 1849. He moved to Cairo in the fall of 1861 and came to Creal Springs about 4 years ago. His aged wife survives him. TL 26 Dec 1895
Myrtle Lewis, daughter of W.T. and Anna Lewis, was born 31 Oct 1874 in Williamson County, three miles southeast of Marion and died 17 Dec 1895. She left a father, two brothers and three sisters. Sunshine was scattered all along her path at home, at the school, as a student, teacher and among friends wherever she went. TL 26 Dec 1895
Chancery sale — Benny Berrong, Henry Douglas Berrong, Sallie Berrong, Leo Laurena Berrong and Lloyd Berrong, last four minors by R.R. Fowler, their next friend, Geo. W. Martin and C.L. Mullins vs Laura Lee Karlisch and Fred Karlisch.
Notice of adjustment — Noah Cheatham admr estate of Wm. Cheatham TL 26 Dec 1895
(Extracted from microfilm at Morris Library and/or Illinois State Library by Helen Sutt Lind, published in Events in Egypt, Vol. 5)