All articles extracted from the newspaper, The Marion Daily Republican
July
Martin Mofield of Pittsburg, who was injured Saturday, June 25, died at 10:15 o’clock Thursday night as a result of injuries. The accident, which caused Mr. Mofield’s death took place in the hold when his team ran away, throwing him from his seat. Mr. Mofield has been a farmer in Williamson County most of his life, coming here from Tennessee at the age of eight. Deceased was born in Tennessee August 31, 1851 and was aged 70 years and 10 months at death. When a young man, Mr. Mofield married Miss Emily Graves. Four children of this union, Mrs. Florence O’neal, Luther Mofield, Mrs. Myrtle Hankins and Walter Mofield survive. Their mother died about 25 years ago. Mr. Mofield later married Sarah Hudgens and one child of this union died in infancy. Mrs. Mofield was burned to death three years ago when her clothing caught fire from burning leaves. On October 28, 1919 Mr. Mofield was married a third time to Minnie Ray who survives him. One brother, Moody Mofield of Advance, Mo. and three sisters, Mrs. L C. Travelstead of Marion, Mrs. Ello Spain of Cobden and Mrs. Martha McCowan of Dwina, Illinois also survive. Two sisters and one brother preceded him in death. Funeral at Pleasant Grove Sunday at 10:30 a. m. with interment at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. July 1, 1921
The accident to Mr. Mofield occurred on Saturday and while considered serious was not believed to be a fatal one. He was in Crab Orchard on Monday and came to Marion on Tuesday. Wednesday he was taken worse and died at 11 p.m. on Thursday. July 1,1921
Bettie Lue Walker, the infant who was born to Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Walker at 6:20 p.m. Friday, lived only a few hours and died Saturday morning at 5:20 o’clock. Burial was made Saturday morning at Rose Hill Cemetery. The mother was formerly Miss Nellie Fowler. July 1. 1921
Mt. Pulaski, June 30—Word came here Saturday to Reide Wilson that his brother had died at Herrin, III. Mr. Wilson was not at home when the word came, having gone to the south part of the state and later when he was located it was found that he was within twenty miles of the town where his brother, whom he had lost track of since the war, had died. The body arrived Sunday afternoon, accompanied by his brother and an escort from the organization of which he was a member and taken to the home of Mrs. Jane Holler, where a short funeral service was conducted by Rev. WARD, pastor of the Methodist Church. Frank Wilson was a son of Albert Wilson, formerly of this city, but now a resident of California. He was a graduate of law and served one term as city attorney of Mt. Pulaski. The last heard of him here was on his way east to enter the army and since then his whereabouts had been unknown to his Mt. Pulaski relatives. Besides his wife and daughter, he is survived by his father and sister, Mrs. Oscar Danner of California and brother Reide of this city. July 1, 1921
William Barnett was a Herrin teamster and was hauling a load of tile when his team became frightened and he was thrown under the wagon and the wheel passed over his body and the tile fell upon him. The Coroner’s Jury returned a verdict of death by a fall from his wagon, when his horses ran away on South Park Avenue on June 27, 1921 at 2:30 p.m. July 2. 1921
Marriage Licenses
Homer Forsythe Pittsburg 22
Ora Brown, Pittsburg 16
Edwin Springs, Marion 26
Gladys Franklin, Marion 18
C. R. Guthrie, Herrin 29
Mae Stewart, Herrin 29
S. S. Starrick, Marion 18
Ruby Maneese, Marion 18
Albert Nace, Johnston City 21
Pearl Cobb, Johnston City 18 July 2, 1921
Alberta Clayton, the little child that was born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Clayton of 1304 North Logan Street Monday evening, lived only two hours, dying at 7 p.m. Interment was in the Liberty Cemetery Friday. The mother of the infant was formerly Pearl O’Neal. July 2. 1921
A nine-pound boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Claude Hudgens of East College Street Monday, at the home of Mr. Hudgens’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Zach Hudgens at Hudgens. This is the first child of the family and the mother and baby are reported doing nicely. July 5, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Elmer Dempsey, Marion 18
Edna Chuver, Marion 18
Cano Curley, Stonefort 21
Blanch Hancock, Stonefort 20
Basil Stanton, Johnston city 21
Etta Wilson, Clinton, Ind. 20
Will Irwin, Marion 48
Nancy Jordon, Marion 45
S. H. Lence, Carbondale 21
Tacy Harris, Ashley 19
Glen Floro, Benton 23
Stella Harris, West Frankfort 20
George Darnell, Herrin 26
Mrs. Nelle Johns, Herrin 28
C. 0. Montgomery, Piggot, Ark. 21
Vera Bearden, Piggot, Ark. 18
Allen James, Marion 19
Maggie Nicholson, Marion 18
W. S. Anglen, Salem 25
Nettie Jones, Johnston City 21 July 5, 1921
Mrs. Rapsey A. Murphy, wife of Bazil G. Murphy, 921 West Union Street, died at her home at 6:30 Wednesday morning after a two week’s illness, Brights disease was the cause of her death. The deceased was born August 21, 1864 and was 56 years, 10 months and 15 days of age at the time of her death. She was born and spent her childhood on a farm four miles south of Marion. At the age of 16 she united with the Christian Church at Shiloh. On October 30, 1887 she was married to Bazil G. Murphy. Besides her husband she leaves an adopted daughter, Mrs. Minnie Stewart of Toledo, Ohio and one brother, G. W. Lewis of Crab Orchard. Funeral services were held at the home on Thursday with burial at Maplewood Cemetery. July 5, 1921
Mrs. Grace May Mitchell, wife of Oscar Mitchell, of the Coal Belt office, died at her home on West Johnson Street at 8:25 o’clock Monday morning, aged 25 years, 7 months and 4 days. Mrs. Mitchell was born November 13, 1895 at Cambria and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Boles. She attended the public schools and on February 23, 1918 was united in marriage with Oscar Mitchell at Marion. The young couple have made their home in Marion. The deceased was a member of the Free Baptist Church. She was also a member of the Pocahontas and Rebekah Lodges. Besides her husband she leaves one brother, Charles Boles of Marion and one sister, Mrs. Arthur Huffstutter, also of Marion. The funeral was held at the First Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon. Burial was made in Maplewood Cemetery. July 5. 1921
Miss Maurillian Ayers, the 13 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Ayers of Hudgens died of Diphtheria at the home of her parents at .5 a.m. Monday. The deceased was born January 23, 1908 and at the time of death was 13 years, 5 months and 12 days of age. She lived in Illinois all of her life and with her parents moved to Williamson County five years ago. Her father, W. E. Ayers, is section foreman for the C. & E. I. Railroad at Hudgens and she had attended the public schools near there. Three brothers, Gray, aged 18, John W., aged 15 and W. E. JR., aged 6 and one sister, Vest, aged 8 survive. One brother, Theodore, died May 26. Funeral services at the Fountain Church Thursday afternoon with burial in the Fountain Cemetery. July 5. 1921
Funeral services for S. Q. Gibson were held at the home of his father, S. 0. Gibson at East Main Street at 3 o’clock Tuesday afternoon with interment in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mr. Gibson died several days ago in Tulsa, Oklahoma and the body was shipped to Marion for burial. Besides his father, one sister, Mrs. J. G. Parmley also survives his death. July 5. 1921
Harry M. Sutton, 21, and Miss Anna Belle Crain, 18, were married by Justice 0. P. Loudon at his office here yesterday. Both are from Marion and will reside there. The groom is a coal miner. July 5, 1921
Creal Springs James Slater of this city and world war soldier was quietly married on Tuesday evening to Miss Clemensie Hazel of Grantsburg the ceremony taking place at the home of Justice J. B. Carson, who also had the honor of officiating. We extend hearty wishes to these good people. July 5. 1921
George L. Leach, Jr. of Marion and Miss. Clara Burris of Grantsburg, were united in marriage at the County Clerk’s office in Vienna on Saturday morning, June 25, 1921. Mr. Leach is one of the well-known business men of Marion and is well known in Grantsburg where he is connected with the Leach Timber Co. July 6, 1921
Vienna Times Vernon Gillispie and Miss Ethel Schovers of Johnston City eloped to this city Saturday morning and were married by Justice Ed M. Strickland at his office. They were accompanied to the court house by E. C. House, a former neighbor and friend of the bridegroom July 7, 1921
A child was born dead to Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Mitchell of South Future Street Thursday at 2:00 a.m. The infant was buried in Rose Hill Cemetery Thursday morning. July 7, 1921
At 8:30 p.m. Wednesday {July 6th} James E. Lambert answered his last roll call and departed from this world after a brief illness. He was taken down with a stroke of paralyses on Monday evening and never spoke after that time. Mr. Lambert was born in Wilson County, Tennessee on February 22, 1835 and at the time of death was 86 years, 4 months and 14 days of age. Sixty-five years ago next August he was united in marriage with Miss Saroci Burns, who with four of their 10 children survives. The children are former supervisor, Wiliam Lambert of Creal Springs, Fred Lambert of Marion, Ed Lambert of Peoria and Mrs. Jack (Maud) Wood. July 7, 1921
Acting Coroner, George Miller, was summoned to Spillertown Wednesday night to hold an inquest over the body of Frank Ambrose, who was found dead in a field just west of West Virginia Mine by John Mazurik of Spillertown about 7:15 Wednesday evening. The dead man had been missing since early Tuesday morning when he left his home in Spillertown after telling his wife that he was going berry picking. There were no marks of violence on the body and it was thought that death might have been due to sunstroke. A watch and $30, which were in his possession when he left home, were still on the body when it was found. According to the evidence before the Coroner’s Jury, Frank Ambrose left home Tuesday morning, presumably in good health. When he did not return Tuesday night, a search was made, but the body was not found. The Sheriff’s office at Marion was notified on Wednesday that the man was missing and Deputy Sheriff S. E. Storme directed the neighbors to organize a searching party. John Mazurik testified that he found the body of Ambrose in the field with an empty bucket nearby and that he saw no signs of the man having been hurt or shot. His testimony was verified by John Polinski who was also searching for the missing man. The body was taken to the Cash Undertaking Parlors following the discovery. Ambrose was 41 years of age and was born in April 1880 in Poland. He is survived by a widow and one daughter. The deceased was a miner at Scranton. Funeral services were held at the Spillertown Catholic Church Thursday morning. July 7, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Albert Griffin, Murphysboro 28
Ora Pinketon, Murphysboro 25
Harvey Randal, Carterville 23
Paulina Wheatley, Carterville 21 July 7, 1921
Marriage Licenses
R. A. Gurley, Buncombe 23
Miss Nova Hunsacker, Buncombe 21 July 8, 1921
Louis P. Yandell, 1703 West Main Street, following an operation in an attempt to save his life, died Thursday. Mr. Yandell had been in ill health for several weeks and in critical condition for many days. Mr. Yandell was born in Illinois on May 218, 1862 and when death summoned his age was 59 years, 1 month and 9 days. On October 25, 1882 he was united in marriage with Miss Lucy Woodside and she with four children survive. These children are Mrs. Geroge W. Burlison of Evansville, Ind.; Mrs. O.M. Graves, Mrs. Finley Pentecost and Miss Jewell Yandell of Marion. The brother and sisters who survive are Mrs. L. L. Smoot of Mario; Mrs. W. G. Lambert of Creal Springs; Mrs. Martin Jacobs of Indianapolis, Ind.; Miss Bess Yandell of Rockford; Madison Yandell of McGenee, Ark. and Ed Yandell of Kankakee. Mrs. Miles Yandell, mother of the deceased, was at the bedside when death came. The deceased was a carpenter and contractor and well-liked by all. His last big work was in assisting with the completion of the Marion Township High School addition. Mr. Yandell was an ardent Republican and served one term as tax collector for East Marion. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Marion. Funeral services on Sunday afternoon at the home on West Main Street. Interment at Maplewood Cemetery. July 8, 1921
Miss Daisy Jeter of Marion was united in marriage here this morning at the Methodist parsonage with L. F. Pettisuad of West Frankfort. The marriage was performed by Reverend 0. L. Markman, pastor of the M.E. Church and the impressive ring was used. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. J. E. Hall of Johnson County and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. AL. L. Pettisuade. They will make their home in West Frankfort. July 8, 1921
The wedding of Miss Marie Mysch and Oscar Schafale, both of Marion will be solemnized on Tuesday July 12 at the home of Miss Mysch’s sister, Mrs. Albert Lang of Decatur. Miss Mysch is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Adolph Mysch, formerly of Marion and is a graduate of the Marion Township High School and of the Library School of St. Louis and has for the last year served as librarian for the Marion Carnegie Library. Mr. Schafale is the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Schafale of West White Street. After a three months wedding trip through the west they will be at home in Marion where they have a new bungalow awaiting them. July 9, 1921
James E. Lambert, a son of Hezekiah and Jane (Brown) Lambert, was born in Wilson County, Tennessee, February 22, 1835. After a short illness with paralysis he passed away at his home in Creal Springs, Illinois July 6, 1921 being 86 years, 4 months and 14 days old. When he was about 16 years of age he with his parents left their Tennessee home, locating near Samath, Illinois where they remained about one year when they moved to their newly purchased home near old Reynoldsburg in Johnson County. He was married August 16, 1858 to Margaret Burns, a neighbor girl who remained his faithful companion through nearly 63 years of varied experiences. This union was blessed with the birth of ten children, only four of whom, with their mother, survive. They are: William G. Lambert of Creal Springs; Edward B. Lambert of Peoria; Mrs. Maude Woodard of Murphysboro and Fred B. Lambert of Marion. On August 22, 1862 he enlisted at Reynoldsburg for service in the Union Army, becoming a member of Co. G. of the 120th Illinois Infantry. He served under the flag of his country for more than three years, undergoing the many trying experiences common to the life of a soldier. He received his discharge at the close of the war and returning home he took up the occupation of farming and carpentering, which he followed until forced to retire on account of age. Deceased was converted in 1873 and united with the Missionary Baptist Church at Cedar Creek. Besides his widow and children he leaves twelve grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. The funeral services were held at the Ozark Church, the vicinity where he had resided for more than 60 years. July 9, 1921
Chancery Bill For Divorce G. Gordon Treece vs. Agnes Treece July 9, 1921
James Monroe Aikman died at his home on South Market Street at 7:30 Sunday morning. All of his life he was a resident of Marion or its immediate vicinity. His father donated the ground, which the Washington School building stand and owned part of the ground, which was platted for the town of Marion. Deceased was born one mile southwest of Marion on June 13, 1857 and at the time of his death was 64 years and 26 days old. He was the youngest of the three children of James and Martha C. Aikman the others being, Ellen Aikman Holland and Lorenzo Aikman, both of whom died a few years ago. His father died when he was three months old and his mother married William P. Goodall a few months later and George H. Goodall is a half-brother of the deceased. Mrs. Nathan Reida and Mrs. Mollie Davis are stepsisters. On February 18, 1880 Mr. Aikman was married to Miss Ida Missouri Gallagher of Marion, who with their son, Arthur B. Aikman survive him. A daughter died in infancy. Mr. Aikman was educated in the public schools of Marion and later attended Eureka College at Eureka, Illinois, and until a few years after he was married was engaged in farming near Marion. He then went into the lumber and hardware business with William Gallagher and continued in same until stricken with creeping paralysis a few years ago. Nine years ago Mr. Aikman retired from active business except to continue as a director of the Marion State Savings Bank and of the Marion Building and Loan Association, from which position he resigned last January to be succeeded by his son, Arthur B. Aikman. He also kept in close touch with his real estate interest. For nine years he served as a member of the Marion City School Board. Mr. and Mrs. Aikman were parents of two children of their own, but in addition they have the splendid record of having raised eleven orphan girls. These were given homes and educated and nearly all have become teachers. The youngest of these is Miss Clara Wall who has been a member of the household for the past four years and who was very close to the affections of Mr. Aikman in his last years. The funeral services were held at the home at 501 South Market Street at 4 o’clock Monday afternoon. Interment was in Rosehill Cemetery. July 11, 1921
Josephine Porto, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Porto of West White Street, died Sunday noon from Scarlet Fever. Burial was made in Rosehill Cemetery Sunday afternoon. July 11, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. James Culbreth celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary at their home just east of Marion Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Culbreth were married in 1875. They lived in Marion for several years and moved to the farm east of Marion early this spring. About 75 guests helped them celebrate. July 11, 1921
Word has been received of the death of little Imogene Walker, 5 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Walker, in Los Vegas, New Mexico. Mr. and Mrs. Walker formerly lived in Marion. The body is enroute and is expected to arrive Tuesday. July 11, 1921
The body of Imogene, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Walker, who died in Las Vegas, New Mexico, arrived in Marion at noon Tuesday. The funeral held at 3 o’clock Wednesday at the home of Aud Elliot at 1512 West Chestnut Street. July 12, 1921
Word has been received in Marion of the secret wedding on July 3 at Benton of Miss Violet Wollard to George Dail of West Frankfort. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Neal of West Frankfort, but has been a student of the Marion Township High School and has just completed her junior year. The wedding took place at the home of her sister, Mrs. Jack Smith. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Dail of West Frankfort, with whom the newlyweds will reside for the present. July 12, 1921
Creal Springs Mrs. Charles Wright attended the military funeral held in honor of her nephew, Lieut. Arthur E. Carter, who was killed in France during the World War and whose body was brought to his home in Carbondale, where the burial took place that Sunday. Lieut. Carter lost his life in the air service and fell to his death while in action against the enemy and now is body rests in the grave of a hero who dared to stand for the nation’s honor and if needs be make the supreme sacrifice to the cause of liberty. July 12, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Bond of 609 North Garfield Street have just received a letter from their daughter, Lois, in Des Moines, Iowa, telling of her marriage there to Arthur Kays, a former Marion man, on Thursday evening, July 7. The marriage is the result of a short courtship, which began several months ago when the bride met Mr. Kays while he was living with his parents. The bride is a graduate of the Marion grammar schools and a former student at the Marion Township High School. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kays of St. Louis, but formerly of Marion. He was employed in Marion a few months ago. He has been in Des Moines for the past three months where he is employed as a baker. Mrs. Kays left Marion Wednesday morning and joined Mr. Kays in Des Moines Thursday. July 13, 1921
Circuit Court The trial of Bud Eckels for the murder of “Slats” Holden is proceeding. The hearing of the evidence for the people began Thursday afternoon and continued thru Wednesday. The following six witnesses have been heard so far: W. S. Willis, C. T. Edmonds, J. D. Long, Clara B. Hostler, Vernon Corder and Proceta Elliott. July 13, 1921
A license was issued Monday for the marriage of R. L. Woodruff, 21, and Miss Ivy West, 13, both of Dawson Springs, Kentucky. The ceremony was performed by Squire James Knight in the vault room of the County Clerk’s office. July 13, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Emory Shreve, Crab Orchard 18
Grace Motsinger, Crab Orchard 18
Willard Stone, Herrin 18
Redia Haynes, Herrin 18
Floyd Bolds, St. Elmo 21
Lois Price, St. Elmo 18 July 14, 1921
Frank Starkis, Lithuanian, a shot firer at mine B. Herrin was killed Wednesday afternoon by a north bound I. C. passenger train at Bush Crossing, just north of Carterville. Members of the train crew said that the man was walking along the track when the train struck him. He was hit about the head and the upper part of the body was badly cut. It is thought that he might have been attempting to board the train and ride to the mine where he was employed. The body was taken to the Holland Undertaking Parlors at Herrin. Immediately Coroner McCown was called from Marin to hold an inquest but when he arrived the train crew had taken the train on and there were no witnesses. Coroner McCown wired ahead for the crew to return to Herrin for the inquest at 2:30 Thursday afternoon. Starkis, who was popular among the Lithuanian of Herrin, leaves a widow to mourn his death. The funeral was held Sunday. The priest of St. Mary’s Catholic Church was in charge, with burial in the Catholic Cemetery at Herrin. July 14, 1921
The funeral of Imogene Walker, the five year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Walker, who died in Las Vegas, New Mexico, was held at the home of her uncle, Aud Elliot, at 1508 West Chestnut Street Wednesday afternoon. The choir from the Second Baptist sang, “Safe in the Arms of Jesus.” The flower bearers were Ethel Smoot, Mrs. Myrtle Miller, Maggie Lavender and Mayme Smoot. Four uncles of the little girl, Aud, Will, Walter and Orphie Elliott, acted as pallbearers. July 14, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Chester L. Tallon, Worland, Wyoming 29
Nina Hall, Herrin 23
Virgil Swan 21
Phillipa Shearer, Marion 18 July 15, 1921
An eight pound girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Goddard of route one on Thursday morning. The little one has been named Mary Ann. This is the second child and first girl of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Dortha Williams. July 15, 1921
James A. Hammerzbee, a former resident of Marion, died at Grayville at 8 o’clock Friday morning. The body is to arrive over the I. C. Railroad at noon Saturday. Burial will be made in Maplewood Cemetery, but the funeral arrangements have not been announced. July 15, 1921
Cambria Little Esther Plumlee will celebrate her ninth birthday anniversary with a slumber party on Thursday night. July 15, 1921
Herrin Dr. Harry Fleicher and bride of St. Louis have been in Herrin on a visit to his sister, Mrs. Sam Susman. They were returning from their honeymoon trip. They were married in New Jersey. Dr. Fleicher first met the lady who became his bride while stationed at Camp Dix. July 16, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Fred Griffith, Herrin 21
Margaret Miller, Herrin 18
Charles C. Miles, Freeman 24
Effie Richard, Buncombe 27
Harvey Harris, Johnston City 21
Pearl Graves, Johnston City 17 July 16, 1921
Miss Phillipa Shearer and Virgil Swan accompanied by Miss Ethel Hussey went to Herrin Thursday evening and were united in marriage at nine o’clock by Rev. S. F. Spa1nhower, pastor of the Christian Church at the parsonage. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Shearer of North State Street and is a graduate of the High School at Dale, Arkansas. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Swan of Pittsburg and has been employed with Bray Fruit and Produce Company in Marion. They will make their home for the present with the bride’s parents. July 16, 1921
Herrin Miss Helen Carson and Boyd Hamlin drove to Fairfield, Illinois and were united in marriage at 8 o’clock at the M. E. parsonage, Rev. C. B. Latimer performing the ceremony. Mrs. Hamlin is the daughter of Mrs. Nellie Carson of this city {Herrin}. Mr. Hamlin’s home is in South Haven, Michigan but at present he is employed by the Coal Belt Electric Company. July 16, 1921
Charles C. Miles, 24, of Freeman and Miss Effie Richard, 27, of Buncombe were married Saturday by Squire George Knight. July 16, 1921
Harvey Harris, 21, and Miss Pearl Graves, 17, both of Johnston City were united in marriage Saturday by Squire George Knight. July 16, 1921
Circuit Court
Circuit Court convened Saturday morning with Judge D. T. Hartwell on the bench. Divorce and custody of the child was granted Grace Reynolds in the case of Grace Reynolds vs. Roy Reynolds. July 16, 1921
Divorce granted in the case of Virduis Deaton vs. Charles Deaton July 16, 1921
Fred Griffith and Miss Margaret Miller, both of Herrin, were united in marriage the other day by W. P. Throgmorton in his office. July 18. 1921
Uncle” Will Edwards, aged retired farmer, died at his home near Carterville at 10 o’clock Monday night after an illness of two years. He had lived most of his life in Illinois and for many years in the vicinity of Carterville. He was well known in Williamson County and leaves many descendants including nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. His nephew W. F. Edwards of Marion left Tuesday morning to attend his funeral. Deceased was 86 years of age at the time of death, having been born in the spring of 1835. While a young man he was married to Miss Martha Bundy and after her death he married Miss Jane Boyd, who survives. Two daughters, Mrs. Martha Motsinger of Arkansas, Mrs. Minnie Barwick and one son, Edgar Edwards of Farmington, also survive. Mrs. Fred Hauer, Mrs. Laurania Bullock and W. F. Edwards of Marion survive as nieces and nephew of the deceased. Among the grandchildren living are Roscoe Alexander of Marion and Arthur Alexander of East St Louis. No brothers or sisters survive, the deceased being the last of a family of nine sons and one daughter. The funeral at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church at Carterville, with burial at Edwards Cemetery near Crab Orchard. July 18. 1921
L. L. Gallimore died at his home at Wolf Creek Tuesday morning. He died upon the farm where he had lived for 50 years and where he and his wife started housekeeping. His wife also died from paralysis six years ago. She was the daughter of Eli Lence, deceased. The immediate members of the family to mourn the death of their loved one are the five daughters, Mrs. Flora Throgmorton, Mrs. Carrie Norman of Herrin, Mrs. Maud Titus of Mounds, Mrs. Myrtle Link of Ewing and Mrs. Madge Kelley, who with her husband resides on the home place. Besides these are the brothers-in-law and their families; J. M. Kilbreth of Marion, S. M. Fowler of Herrin, 1.N. and J. M. Lentz of Missoula, Montana, Prof. E. G. Lentz of Carbondale and Mrs. Isabel Throgmorton of West Frankfort. The deceased was born November 1, 1846 and last November celebrated his 74th birthday. He was a lifelong member of the Wolf Creek Baptist Church where the funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 o’clock conducted by the Chapel Hill Masonic Lodge. July 19, 1921
Marriage Licenses
G. R. Oglesby, Zeigler 21
Lela Sanders, Zeigler 18
John Byers, Herrin 58
Alice Bell, Herrin 64
Lawrency Lataya, Paulton 26
Amelia Jackson, Johnston City 18
Pete Marlow, Bush 24
Josie Parini, Bush 18
Mike Kukala, Johnston City 38
Mrs. Carolina Urk, Johnston City 28
Dude Vance, Bush 21
Minnie Holland, Bush 16 July 19, 1921
John Byers, aged 58, and Alice Bell, 64, both of Herrin, visited Marion Monday morning where they were married by Squire George Pritchett at his office on the public square. July 19, 1921
Lottie Ann Brown, wife of John W. Brown and daughter of Woodson Ford Minerva McCuan, was born in Kentucky, February 7, 1852 and died at the family home on the east side of Creal Springs, July 9, 1921, age 69 years, 5 months and 2 days. Mrs. Brown had been under the hand of affliction about 15 weeks, suffering with intense pain. She had been a Christian since early in life. Besides her husband she leaves the following brothers and sisters; Henry McCuan of Tunnel Hill, Louisa Hall and W. S. McCuan of Idaho; Sarah Edmondson of Louisville, Ky.; Letha Tapley of Mound City; Safronica Slankard; Alice Bellemy and Thomas McCuan of Vienna; Granvil McCuan in Colorado; James McCuan of Glendale; Dallas McCuan and Fred McCuan of McCormick and Mattie in California; also one son, Mr. Western, by a former marriage. July 19, 1921
Probate Court Nellie and Earl Smith, mother and brother of the minor heirs of Matt Smith, deceased, filed a petition in probate court Wednesday for John Herrin to be appointed guardian of their estate. Bond of $600 was filed and approved by the court and letters issued to John Herrin. July 19, 1921
In the matter of the estate of William McGeed, deceased, Minite Smith, administrator of said estate filed bond Tuesday also and filed petition for letters of administration. Petition was granted, bond was ordered by the court and oath and inventory filed. July 19, 1921
Word was received in Marion Wednesday of the death of Mrs. Thomas Howell of West Frankfort, which occurred at the home there late Tuesday evening, following the birth of a baby about a week ago. The funeral will be held Thursday after which the body will be brought to Marion for burial. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Howell was formerly Miss Ruth Dudley and lived north of Marion. She attended Brown’s Business College in Marion and was well known here, as is her husband. July 20, 1921
It was learned in Marion Wednesday of the death of Miss Myrtle Hill, formerly of Marion, at her home in Joppa at 8:45 Tuesday night of tuberculosis. Miss Hill was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Hill and was well known in Marion. Deceased was born in DuQuoin January 31, 1902 and at time of death was 19 years, five months and 18 days of age. She was a member of the M. E. Church at Joppa, but was a member of the First M. E. Church of Marion at the time of her residence here. She was a graduate of the Marion grade schools and had attended the M.T. H. S. Three brothers, Raymond, William Robert and Harry Hill survive with the parents at Joppa. The body is expected to arrive in Marion Thursday morning. Funeral at Goddard Chapel with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. July 20, 1921
Marriage Licenses
S. J. Spencer, Marion 29
Vivo Jewell, Marion 24 July 20, 1921
Everett A. Morgan, the 11 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Morgan of North Pine Street, died at the home of his parents at 1:30 Wednesday morning and was buried in the Fountain Cemetery after the funeral at the Fountain Church Wednesday afternoon. The little child was born July 29, 1920 and was 11 months, 2 weeks and 6 days of age at the time of death. Besides the parents, one small sister, Beulah, survives. July 20, 1921
Circuit Court In the case of Myrle Whitesides vs. John Whitesides, Jr., the complainant was granted a divorce and her name of Hudgens restored by Judge D. T. Hartwell in Circuit Court Tuesday. July 20, 1921
Friends of Miss Gladys Gassoway and Bert Sliger will be surprised to learn of their marriage, which occurred at 7:30 on June 17, at the home of Rev. J. T. Rushing at Goreville. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Gassoway of South Monroe Street. The groom is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Will Sliger of West College Street and is employed at No. Three Mine. Mr. and Mrs. Sliger will make their home for a time at 805 North Court Street. July 20, 1921
Among the marriage licenses issued in Benton last week are the following from Williamson County:
Charles Smith to Gladys Brooks, both of Marion
Holland Abbott of Christopher to Miss Velma Davis of Herrin July 21, 1921
Luck Boles, who has been a resident of Williamson County for more than half a century, passed away at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the home of his nephew, Herman Boles, 206 North Vicksburg Street, after being confined for the past nine months with cancer. Deceased was born in the year 1863 and was 58 years of age at the time of his death. He was born in Williamson County and had spent his entire life in this vicinity. He was the son of Henry Boles and attended the public schools of Williamson County as a boy. Mr. Boles followed farming, but for the past few years he had not served in any active occupation. He never married and is survived by one sister, Mrs. Louise Schaller of North Logan Street as the closest relative. Funeral at 11:30 Thursday at Shiloh morning with interment in the Shiloh Church Cemetery. July 21, 1921
Marriage Licenses
John Dellilla, Johnston City 40
Elizabeth Viculo, Johnston City 26
Charels Shearer, Marion 29
Ethel Hufsey, Marion 29
William Rix, Marion 18
Alma Lang, Marion 18 July 21, 1921
Mrs. Alma Lang and William Rix were united in marriage at nine o’clock Wednesday evening at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Julian Atwood, Rev. Atwood performing the ceremony. There were no attendants and the simple ring ceremony was used. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. E. B. Lang of North Garfield Street and is a graduate of M.T.H.S. The groom is the son of Mrs. and Mrs. W. H. Rix of North Johnson Street and attended the public schools of Marion. Both the bride and groom are employed with the Provart Candy Company. July 21, 1921
Miss Viva Jewell and S. J. Spencer were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Jewell of North Market Street at seven o’clock Wednesday evening, in the presence of the immediate family and a few close relatives and friends. The attendants were Miss Effie Gulley and Earl Woods of West Frankfort. July 21, 1921
The funeral services for Miss Myrtle Hill, former Marion girl who died at the home of her parents in Joppa Thursday were held at the Goddard Chapel Thursday afternoon with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. Among the many from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hill, father and mother of deceased, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Hill, brother and wife, Harry Hill, brother, all of Joppa, ILL. July 22, 1921
Births
A nine pound girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Borah of North Monroe Street on Wednesday. This is the first child of the family and has been named Fronia. July 22, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. August Broeking of route two are the proud parents of a nine-pound baby girl, who arrived on Thursday. This is the fourth girl of the family. Both mother and baby are doing nicely. July 22, 1921
Robert Hinchcliffe and Miss Alice Lucy Minchin, daughter of George Minchin of Lansing, Michigan were married on July 7. Mrs. Hinchcliffe is the son of Mrs. Lulu Hinchcliffe of North Court Street and has always lived there until the lat two years, during which time he has been employed in a drug store in Lansing, Michigan. July 22, 1921
The funeral for L. L. Gallimore, who died at his home at Wolf Creek was held Wednesday at Palestine Baptist Church and the body was laid to rest in Chapel Hill Cemetery. The little church yard was crowded with people among whom were Masons from Marion, Carterville, Herrin, Carbondale and many other places who had gathered to pay their respects to their departed brother. Pallbearers were Fred Boles, Charles Stewart, Walter Monroe, William Bradley, J. W. Throgmorton and Harvey Hudgens. July 22. 1921
Lloyd Allen Stephens, the small son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Stephens of 308 North Garfield Street died at their home at 12:30 a.m. Saturday after an illness of only a few hours. The funeral was held at the home Saturday afternoon with interment in Maplewood Cemetery. The little child was born November 12, 1919 and was one year, nine months and eleven days of age at time of death. One small sister, aged seven months survives with the parents. July 23, 1921
Mrs. Thomas J. Sanders, aged Williamson County resident, died at her home in Pittsburg at 3:45 Friday afternoon of dropsy, with which she had been afflicted for several years. Mrs. Sanders was born in Williamson County and spent her entire life in this vicinity. She had been married two times, her first husband losing his life in the Civil War as did a brother also. Deceased was the daughter of David and Lucy Davis and was a member of the Union Grove M. E. Church for many years. Deceased was born May 5, 1843 and was 78 years, two months and 16 days at time of death. In 1861 she became the wife of Thomas Owens who was killed in the war a few months later. She married a second time in 1863 to Thomas Sanders, who survives. One child of the first marriage died in infancy. The children who survive are Monroe, Eddie and Willis Sanders of Pittsburg, Lon Thomas Sanders and Mrs. D. H. Sherertz of Marion, Mrs. Quincy Sims of near Creal Springs and James Edward Sanders of Johnston City, R.R. Three daughters, Mrs. M. H. Hendrickson and Nellie June and Nancie who died in infancy preceded her in death. The following brothers also survive: Joseph Davis of Pittsburg, John Davis of Johnston City, R.R. and Thomas Davis of Pittsburg. Two sisters, Mrs. W. N. Fowler and Mrs. Betsy Fowler are dead. A brother, Hezekiah Davis, died last winter and Mon Davis, another brother, died several years ago. Funeral at the home Sunday and burial in the old family cemetery. July 23, 1921
The funeral for Mrs. T. J. Sanders, mother of Thomas and Lon Sanders and Mrs. Sherertz of Marion, who died of dropsy at her home in Pittsburg Friday was held at the home Sunday afternoon with Reverends J. W. Cummins and Emery Allen in charge. Burial was made in the old family cemetery on the Sanders home place. The following grandsons acted as pallbearers; James Sanders, John Sanders, Charles Sherertz, Harry Sanders, Paul Sherertz and Frank Hendrickson. Granddaughters of the deceased acted as flower girls as follows: Lela, Ethel and Cecil Sanders, Pearl and Myrtle Sims and Mrs. Maude Nelburg. Mrs. Sanders was a member of the Union Grove Church of many years standing. July 25, 1921
Oral L. Jones of Marion and Miss Ola Jack of Spillertown were married at 7 o’clock Saturday evening at the parsonage of the First Methodist Church. The bride is the daughter of S. C. Jack. July 25, 1921
Orval Braten and Miss Viola Geil, both of Marion, were united in marriage at 7:30 o’clock Saturday evening at the parsonage of the First Methodist Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Geil of West Cherry Street. July 25, 1921
A nine-pound boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Graves of East Boulevard. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Opha Calvert. July 25, 1921
Mrs. Bert Angel of Marion Rt. 1 entertained a number of little folks Wednesday afternoon, July 22, in honor of the first birthday of her little son, Andrew Berton. July 25, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Bethel Johnson, Johnston City 24
Frances Tarrent, Johnston City 18
Orval Bratten, Marion 22
Viola Geil, Marion 18
Oral L. Jones, Marion 18
Ola Jack, Spillertown 16 July 25, 1921
Mrs. Harriet Newral Edwards, widow of Charles Edwards, died at her home at 208 South Court Street at 8:15 Monday night with complications of diseases. Mrs. Edwards spent most of her life in this city. Deceased was the daughter of Adolphus Grider and born in Marion April 26, 1856, at the time of death being aged 65 years, 2 months and 29 days. Early in life she became the wife of James Robinson and four children of this union survive, all of who are residents of Williamson County. They are Charles L. Robinson of Pittsburg, James Harry Robinson, Mrs. Anna Thornton and Mrs. Roscoe Clarida, all of Marion. One child of this marriage died in infancy. Mrs. Robinson died April 17, 1877 and the widow became the wife of Charles A. Edwards on July 17, 1886. Her second husband died December 11, 1920. Of the second marriage, the following three children survive: Mrs. Mamie Boles and Miss Catherine Edwards of Marion and Mrs. Ruth Woodyard of Cleveland, Ohio. Two sisters, Mrs. Leonard Whorley of Marion and Mrs. H. A. Edwards of West Frankfort, and one brother, John Grider of Breeze, Illinois also survive. Deceased has been a member of the Southern Methodist Church for many years. She was also a member of the Rebekahs, Ben Hur and Knights and Ladies of Security. Funeral at the M. E. Church South, Wednesday afternoon with interment in Rose Hill Cemetery. July 26, 1921
Mrs. Albert Donelson of Co1p died at 1:00 A.M. Sunday in the West Frankfort Hospital following an operation for appendicitis. Funeral services were held at the Bethel Baptist Church Monday afternoon. Deceased was born in Saline County November 19, 1893 and at time of death was 27 years, 9 months and 5 days of age. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will King. In childhood Mrs. Donelson attended the public schools near her home and later was a student at the Creal Springs College. On August 15, 1914 she became the wife of Albert Donelson at Murphysboro. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church of Bethel. There were no children in the family and besides the husband, the deceased is survived by the following relatives and friends who attended the services to render their respects: John Perry and Rebecca King and James Gawneace and wife of West Frankfort, Albert Cague and wife of Energy, Mrs. Lum Donelson of Creal Springs, Mrs. Edd Tanner of Carterville and Mr. and Mrs. Everett Donelson of Creal Springs. July 26, 1921
Death Sunday night at 10:15 p.m. claimed Ben H. Jeter who suffered a stroke of paralysis on Saturday, at his home, 206 North Bentley Street. Mr. Jeter was born August 20, 1849 and would have been 72 years old next month. He was born in what is now Franklin County but at that time there was no division of the two counties. On July 28, 1868 he was united in marriage with Miss Mary Ann Lamaster who survives. Ten of their children also survive, namely: Theodore Jeter of Marion and his twin sister, Mrs. Herschal Stroud of Pittsburg; Ed Jeter, Fred Jeter, Mrs. Robert Bryan, Robert Jeter, Cullen and Leonard Jeter of Marion; Ernest Jeter of Carterville and Mrs. Ethel Goodwin of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Two sisters, Mrs. Ann Barth of near Carterville and Mrs. Matilda Moore also survive. Mr. Jeter was a lifelong Republican. His father and his two oldest brothers fought in the Civil War, but Ben was not old enough. Mrs. Jeter was the first assistant supervisor in the county and at different times served as Justice of the Peace, school director for four terms, alderman and highway commissioner. He spent a part of his early childhood at Mascoutah, but the majority of his lifetime was spent in this county. He was a lifelong member of the First Methodist Church and funeral services will be held from the church at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, conducted by Reverend J. W. Cummins with interment at Rosehill Cemetery. July 26, 1921
Clarence Tibbals of Marion and Miss Bessie Harper of Harrisburg were united in marriage on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the home of Reverend Markman of Murphysboro. The beautiful ring ceremony was used. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Harper of Harrisburg. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Tibbals of North Bentley Street and is employed as switchman on the railroad at Bush. For the present the young couple will make their home with the groom’s parents. July 26, 1921
Miss Marjorie Wells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Wells and Ira O. Neal, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer A. Neal, both of Herrin were married in Murphysboro on Saturday by Justice Fletcher Lewis. They will make their home at Herrin where Mr. Neal is a miner. July 26, 1921
Marriage Licenses
George Jones, Pittsburg 23
Pearl Welborn, Pittsburg 20
Leo Sweeny, Marion 19
Naomi Roberts, Herrin 19 July 26, 1921
Crab Orchard Several neighbors and friends of aunt Mary Ann Clarida surprised her Friday evening with six o’clock dinner to remind her of her 60th birthday. After visiting with her awhile all departed wishing her the best there was in life and many more happy days under the sun. July 26. 1921
Marriage Licenses
Charley McCaskey, Herrin 23
Grace McCaskey, Herrin 20
Lloyd Elmore, West Frankfort 21
Hattie Vincent, West Frankfort 21
James Bailey, Johnston City 21
Bertha Farris, Johnston City 25 July 27, 1921
Little Naomi Wayne Pentecost was born February 15, 1921 at Dorrisville, Illinois and died July 22, 1921; age 5 months and 7 days. She had been a delicate little babe from birth and about six weeks ago contracted that dreaded disease, whooping cough, of which caused her death. She leaves to mourn her death, her father and mother, one brother, James Lewis age 9 and two sisters, Pauline, age 5 and Lucy Frances, age 3. Her grandmother and great-grandmother. Her grandfather Yandell was laid to rest two weeks ago. July 27, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. J. Frank Thornton of West Boulevard are the proud parents of a nine and one-half pounds baby boy who arrived Monday night. The little one has been named Louie Neal. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Bessie Botte of Herrin. July 27, 1921
Death came into the home of Tilden Parks (near Sarahsville bridge) Last Friday And Claimed Him As Its Victim. Two weeks ago Mr. Parks accidentally broke the skin on his face near the temple, erysipelas set up and became worse. Two skilled physicians did all in their power to keep the disease from spreading, but blood poisoning developed and nothing could be done. He leaves a wife and eight children with a large host of friends and relatives. He was 44 years old. Interment was made in the Parks Cemetery by Arnold View. Nearly 500 were present. Strange to relate there have met death here, all caused from blood poisoning since this house has been built. July 27, 1921
Mrs. Martha Smith died on Friday night of typhoid fever at the home of her son, Charlie Harvel, She was 59 years old and is survived by two children, Charlie Harvel and Mrs. Lucella Cundiff. Her son, John Smith, was killed in the great mine explosion at Royalton several years ago. Another son, James, was killed in a mine a few months ago. There are a number of grandchildren and one little great-grandson. Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. Haug of the M. E. Church. Burial at the Wilson Cemetery. July 27, 1921
Clementine, wife of James Johns, deceased, was born December 10, 1830, and after a short illness of fever and old age, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William T. Smith, southwest of Creal Springs, where she had made her home for more than 20 years. Death taking place on July 21, 1921, age 90 years, 7 months and 11 days. Mrs. Johns was among the oldest residents of the vicinity and had always been a good neighbor. Her companion died about 5 years ago. She leaves four children in bereavement, whose names follow: Mrs. Mary Jane Robertson of Advance, Mo.; Mrs. Sarah Lundy, Oscar Johns and Mrs. Narcissa Smith of Creal Springs. The funeral service was held at the County Line M. E. Church Thursday afternoon. Interment was made in the nearby cemetery. July 27, 1921
Chancery Bill For Divorce and Custody of Child—Mayme Davis vs. William Franklin Davis July 27, 1921
Herrin Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Smith are the proud parents of a baby girl Thelma Irene, who arrived at their home on North 16th Street Thursday. July 28, 1921
Miss Marjorie Wells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Wells, and Ira O. Neal, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer A. Neal, both of Herrin were married in Murphysboro on Saturday by Justice Fletcher Lewis. They will make their home in Herrin where Mr. Neal is a miner. July 28, 1921
The funeral of Ben H. Jeter, who died Sunday night of paralysis, was held at the First Methodist Church Tuesday morning, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. W. Cummins. The following acted as pallbearers; B. M. Lamaster, E. B. Hearn, William Hendrickson, W. J. Caplinger, J. H. Schafer and Thomas Sanders. July 28, 1921
John Worley Brummett of 1304 North Logan Street died at his home at 7:15 o’clock Wednesday morning. Funeral Friday at the Goddard Chapel conducted by Rev. J. W. Cummins with interment in Maplewood Cemetery. Deceased was born May 9, 1864 and at the time of death was aged 57 years, 2 months and 18 days. He was the son of William M. and Elizabeth Roiston Brummett and was born in Lowden County, Tennessee, having come to Marion two years ago. Since coming to Marion, he followed mining. He served as Deputy Sheriff 6 years ago in his county in Tennessee and was a member of the I.O.0.F. of Fleming, Ky. He was a member of the Methodist Church. Deceased is survived by his wife and the following children, all of whom are at home: Leonard, Lizzie and Edward Brummett. One brother, W E. Brummett of Marion and one sister, Mrs. George Foland of Rockwood, Tennessee, also survive. July 28, 1921
The small son of Mr. and Mrs. George Whitlock of North Fair Street that died Thursday was held Friday morning at the home conducted by Rev. J. W. McKinney. Burial was made in the Davis Prairie Cemetery. Three children besides the parents survive. July 29, 1921
Banvard Robertson and Mrs. Dollie Robertson, both of Carbondale were reunited in marriage by Squire George Pritchett Friday morning at his office on the public square. July 29, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Sydney Jenkins, Johnston City 33
Helen Maroni, Clifford 24
Banvard Robertson, Carbondale 31
Dollie Robertson, Carbondale 30
Tom Pances, Herrin 25
Nellie Cammarato, Herrin 18 July 29, 1921
Among those married at Benton last week were Paul Hilliard, 24, and Miss Esther Spring, 18, both of Marion. July 29, 1921
The flag draped casket, containing the remains of Private Frank B. Dungee (Dungey?) arrived here at noon today and will be buried with military honors on Sunday afternoon. The services will be held in the Ozark Park Pavilion at 2 p.m. and interment will be in the Creal Springs Cemetery. Private Frank B. Dungee was a member of the Medical Department of the 309th Field Artillery. He was born March 20, 1882 and was killed in Oscle, France on September 14, 1918 when a field piece, belonging to his own regiment exploded when they were within a mile and a half of the front line. He entered the service on April 28, 1918 and landed in France on June 4, 1918. The body was returned to this country on June 15th and arrived in Creal Springs today. July 29. 1921
Mrs. Ezra Davis entertained a number of children at her home on north Glendale Street Wednesday afternoon in honor of the fourth birthday anniversary of her little daughter, Mary Caroline. July 29, 1921
Southern Mr. and Mrs. Harry Russell are the proud parents of a baby boy. The little one has been named William Earnie. Both mother and baby are getting along nicely. July 29. 1921
Marriage Licenses
Ernest Lane, Creal Springs 24
Marie Stephenson, Creel Springs 19
Vernon Smith, Herrin 22
Marion Walker, Herrin 21 July 29, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Bundy entertained at their home on East Jefferson Street Friday evening in honor of the second birthday anniversary of their twin daughters, Carolyn and Jacquelyn. July 29, 1921
The body of Mrs. Polly Howerton, widow of J. P. Howerton, who died at her home in Carterville Thursday arrived in Marion Friday afternoon. Deceased was aged 77 years, 7 months and 3 days and death was due to bowel consumption. She had no near relatives in Marion. July 29, 1921
August
Coroner McCown held an inquest in Johnston City on Monday over the body of Mortis Beall, aged farmer, who died Sunday night at this home three miles north of that city. The deceased was aged 72 years and had been previously afflicted with paralysis, thought to be the cause of his death. August 1, 1921
Joe Fontenetta died in the Herrin Hospital Monday morning from burns received in an explosion at Scranton Mine last Thursday morning. Fontenetta lived at 904 West Union Street. He leaves a widow and seven children. Flippino and Dinia were born in Italy, but the other children were born in this country. They are Vito, Casco, Antonio, Rosa and Joe. The body was brought to the Hudgens and Scoby Undertaking Parlor from Herrin and later was taken to the home of his brother-in-law AT 301 West White Street, where the Catholic Father will conduct the funeral. The funeral will be held after the arrival of the father, who lives in New York. August 1, 1921
Frank B. Dungy was born March 20, 1892 and died in France while in the military service of the United States, September 14, 1918 at the age of 26 years, 5 months and 24 days. After his untimely death his body was buried in France near where he had made his supreme sacrifice for the country’s honor, and where it remained nearly three years. At the expressed wish of his bereaved mother, he was disinterred and sent back to the homeland, arriving in Creal Springs on Saturday, and after appropriate funeral services held in the Ozark Park Sunday conducted by Rev. J. W. McKinney and Elder W. L Motsinger, with comrades in uniform as pallbearers, the sacred remains were conveyed to the Creal Springs Cemetery where the body was laid to rest. Frank Dungy left for camp April 28, 1918, arrived overseas June 4 and was killed September 14, only a few short months after bidding goodbye to loved ones at home. In a letter written to his mother from somewhere in France he told her that if they never met again on earth he’d meet her in Heaven. Besides his mother he leaves four brothers, four sisters and one half-sister. August 1, 1921
Hurst, Aug. 1—The funeral of Noel Robinson, who died in a hospital in France on October 5, 1918 from wounds received in action the day before was held here on Sunday afternoon after which the body was laid to rest in the Carterville Cemetery. The funeral was conducted by Noel Robinson Post, American Legion, which was named in honor of this Hurt hero who was a member of the Marine Corps and fought on the Aisne sector at Chateau Thierry and the Marne. The services were held in the city park and the address was by Rev. J. I. Gunn of Marion while the Carbondale band took part. Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Robinson of Hurst and was one of the first to leave this city to enter the service. August 1. 1921
Edward Dunning, Herrin mine electrician, was killed and Walter Batty, a boarder at the Dunning home was wounded in the shots fired from a 32-caliber revolver by Dunning’s wife at their home at 1617 North 14th Street in Herrin early Friday morning following a family quarrel. According to the evidence at the inquest held Sunday, Dunning and his brother, Carl Dunning, went to the former’s home about 11:20 o’clock Saturday night. Edward Dunning, who had been drinking quarreled with his wife and his sister-in-law who was present, and later struck both women. Carl Dunning and his wife then departed for their home and Edward Dunning followed them a short distance, returning later saying he had a gun. Walter Batty testified that Dunning struck Mrs. Dunning ten or twelve times whereupon Batty ran into the room and fell down or was knocked down when Dunning hit him. During the struggle the woman emptied her revolver at the men, three shots taking affect in Dunning’s body and one striking Batty in the head. According to Batty’s testimony the shooting took place about 3 o’clock Sunday morning. He testified that he saw only one gun and that was the one that did the killing. His own injury was accidental he believed. Although only four shots took effect the weapon contained five empty shell when turned over to Coroner’ McCown. The coroner’s jury returned the verdict that Ed Dunning came to his death by gunshot wounds at the hands of Grace Dunning, his wife, and recommended that she be exonerated. The dead man leaves one daughter, Pauline and a small son, Buster. He was aged about 32 years. August 1, 1921
Friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Rock three miles northeast of Corinth Sunday to help celebrate the 90th birthday of Peter Rock. Mr. Rock is in very good health and does lots of work around the home. He has six children, 18 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rock, Mrs. Kate Barham, Mr. And Mrs. Orville Halterman and son, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Rock and children, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Warren and son, Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and son, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rock, Mr. and Mrs. Quin Rock, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Moulton and children, Mr. and Mrs. Lowler Wadkings, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Neagle and children, Mrs. Perschbachu, Miss Agnes Conwell, J. M. Conwell, John Plumlee, Roy Wadkins and George Moulton. August 1, 1921
The body of Ed Miles who died in the Herrin Hospital at 3 o’clock Sunday morning passed thru Marion enroute to Buncombe for burial. He has been in the hospital since Saturday, having been taken there after being injured in a mine accident near Herrin. He is survived by a widow and three children. August 1, 1921
Marriage Licenses
J. W. Johnson, Herrin 3
Nancy Adams, Herrin 37
Geddis McCuan, Carterville 21
Laura Jacobs, Carterville 18
Pete Emmett, Herrin 21
Evelyn Scott, Carterville 18
Wayne Luster, Herrin 21
Lennie Gill, Herrin 18
William C. Pike, Carbondale 36
Media Livingston, Carterville 24
A. B. Edmonds, Herrin 48
Bernice Osborne, Herrin 48 August 1. 1921
The two day old child of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Todd of Gent Addition died Monday night {Aug. 1st}. Burial was made in Rose Hill Cemetery Tuesday morning. August 2, 1921
Chancery Bill for Divorce and Restoration of Maiden Name—Lenora Johnson vs. Louis Johnson. August 2, 1921
Lightning during the heavy rain Tuesday afternoon was the cause of the death of August Baraggia, 16 year old youth, who was the son of Louis Baraggia of Herrin route one. The boy was struck in a field near the Chitty School house just north of Herrin and John Molinor was the only witness of the accident and testified as follows: “About 3 o’clock p.m. August 2, 1921,1 and August Baraggia were baling hay and were on our way to the Chitty School house. The boy was about one hundred yards behind me. There came a flash of lightning, which gave me a jar. I turned and looked for the boy and could not see him and went back and found him lying in the grass. I saw him lying face down with his clothes torn and his hat burned and thinking he was dead, went for help. On returning, I found him dead.” The coroner’s jury returned a verdict that death was caused by being struck by lightning. August 3. 1921
Miss Lucille Reynolds and Fred Brewington, a young colored couple of Colp were married Tuesday, afternoon in the County Clerk’s office by Squire George Knight. August 3, 1921
William C. Pike of Carbondale and Miss Media Livingston of Carterville were united in marriage by Squire George Knight in the County Clerk’s office Monday. August 3, 1921
Rev. R. E. Copher united A. R. Edmonds and Bernice Osborne, both of Herrin, in marriage at the courthouse Monday. August 3, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Michel Yichtendhm, Quincy 39
Ellen E. Eickelkomp, St. Louis 30
Fred Brewington, Colp 29
Lucille Reynolds, Colp 18 August 3, 1921
A seven and a half pound boy was born on Thursday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Simpson of North Court Street. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Josie Hinchcliffe. August 4, 1921
Probate Court In the estate of Cornelia A. Rogers, deceased, George Kee, administrator filed notice of adjustment of said estate. Same was approved by the court. August 4, 1921
Pearl Durham administrator of the estate of Riley E. Durham, deceased, filed petition to sell real estate to pay debts. Bond was filed in sum of $300. August 4, 1921
In the estate of Nancy Campbell, deceased, W. A. Carter, administrator of said estate made proof of the adjustment of the estate as provided by law. August 4, 1921
Gertie Clendenen filed petition to be appointed administratrix of the estate of Ezra Tanner, deceased. Bond was filed and approved and letters ordered. August 4, 1921
In the matter of the estate of L. L. Gallimore, deceased, Oral Kelley, administrator filed his inventory and appraisement. Both are approved by the court. He also petitioned to sell personal property and the sale is ordered by the court. August 4, 1921
Arthur Hudspeth filed a petition to be appointed guardian of the heirs of the estate of William H. Phemister, deceased. Bond of $500 filed and approved and letters ordered. His inventory of said estate is also approved. August 4. 1921
In the estate of Alexander Henson, deceased, George D. Miller, public administrator, filed his report. The report was approved by the court and the administrator discharged. August 4. 1921
Della Phemister, administratrix of the estate of William H. Phemister, filed her final report of said estate showing all debts paid and a balance of $191.50. Report was approved and administratrix discharged. August 4. 1921
In the estate of Alexander Henson, deceased, James Monton, administrator, filed an appraisement of said estate, which was approved by the court. August 4, 1921
In the estate of B. F. Bledsoe, George D. Miller, public administrator filed an appraisement and proof of adjustment of said estate. Said appraisement and adjustment are approved by the court. August 4, 1921
Della Watkins, executrix in the estate of Samuel L. Watkins, deceased, filed inventory and final report, showing all debts paid and a balance of $55.45 distributed. Report approved and executrix discharged. August 4. 1921
The funeral of Joe Fontenetta, who died Monday in the Herrin Hospital from injuries received in an explosion at Scranton Mine was held from the home in Marion Wednesday afternoon. His 18 year old son arrived from Chicago Tuesday night to attend the funeral. Burial was made in the Rose Hill Cemetery. August 4, 1921
The body of Albert D. Heyde, son of Mrs. George C. Heyde, who was the first Marion boy killed in the World War, is enroute here from New York City, having been shipped from there Wednesday. The body is expected to arrive here Saturday and the funeral will be held Sunday, August 14 at the First Methodist Church. Albert D. Heyde was the son of Mr. and Mrs. George C. Heyde and was born in Marion 30 years ago, having been 27 years of age at the time of his death. He was a young man of much ability before entering the United States Army he had been engaged in railroad construction work at Gary, Ind. He made two trips across the ocean before the United States entered the war. As soon as war was declared by the United States, he volunteered for Foreign Service and was among the first shipload of the Expeditionary forces, arriving in France June 1, 1917. He was a member of Company L. 16th Infantry and his war record included the battles Bethiemont, Romcourt and Cantigny, the latter being the one in which he was fatally wounded. Besides his mother, Mrs. Jennie Heyde and sister, Miss Georgie of Marion, he has one brother, Phil Heyde. His wife, who was formerly Miss Venola Haverport, and an eight year old son live in St. Louis. August 4, 1921
Mrs. Bethany Jane Reid died at 1 o’clock Friday morning, August 5, after an illness, which has lasted a number of weeks. Mrs. Reid was born in this country on January 17, 1843, and at the time of her death was aged 78 years, 6 months and 19 days. She was the daughter of Elijah and Elizabeth Powell Spiller and lived in Williamson County all of her life. She was married in 1867 to W. M. Reid who preceded her in death on May 3, 1917. To this union ten children were born, eight of whom are living. These are: Dr. W. Edward Reid, Mrs. Zula Slater, Mrs. Carrie Pease and John M. Reid of Marion; C. C. Reid of Denver, Colo., J. F. Reid of Warren, Ohio; George W. Reid of Worchester, Mass. and Mrs. Ella Austin of Benton. Mrs. Nellie Stotlar and Gertie May Reid preceded their parents in death. Besides her eight children and a number of grandchildren, Mrs. Reid is survived by one brother and three sisters. The brother is William J. Spiller of Marion and the sisters are Mrs. Amanda Williford of Downey, Calif. and Mrs. Martha Young and Mrs. Ellen Burkhart of Marion. Mrs. Reid was a lifelong member of the Christian Church and was a faithful and consistent Christian. He husband and children have all been prominent in the affairs of the community. The funeral will be held at the home at 1200 North Van Buren Street at 3 p.m. Saturday, August 6 and will be conducted by Rev. A. M. Laird, Pastor of the Christian Church, assisted by Rev. J. I. Gunn. Interment at Rosehill Cemetery. August 5, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Frely Elliott, Blairsville 21
Bertha Lennon, Blairsville 20
Jasper Howell, Herrin 54
Mollie Hernbeck, Herrin 48 August 5, 1921
Herrin Miss Afton Wollard and John Keck, both of Herrin, were united in marriage July 23 at Murphysboro by Willilam R. Roberts justice of the peace. The groom is employed at C. W. & F. Mining Office. They will reside in this city. August 5, 1921
Mrs. Mattie Gulledge, widow of the late John Gulledge, died at her home on South Liberty early Friday morning. The funeral services held Saturday from the residence. Deceased was formerly Miss Mattie Eaton. About 27 years ago she became the wife of John Gulledge, who died suddenly January 1, 1920. Of the family of six children the following survive; Mrs. Cora Bell Parish, Jess Gulledge, and Mrs. Bonnie Powell all of who live in Marion. August 5, 1921
Miss Zelma Hardy and Allen Aras, both of Herrin were married Thursday afternoon by Squire George Knight in the office of the county clerk. August 5, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Allen Arras, Herrin 23
Zelma Hardy Herrin 16 August 5, 1921
Carterville Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Shaw are the proud parents of an eight-pound girl. This is the third child, but first girl. August 6, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. Mort Shadowens are the proud parents of a nine-pound girl. Both mother and baby are doing nicely. August 6, 1921
Marriage Licenses
William Jordon, West Frankfort 18
Eva Thomas, Johnston City 16
Floyd Chancy, Marion 22
Bessie Horsley, Marion 24
Aley Bradford, Marion 22
Lulya Jones, Marion 22
Orlen Beck, Johnston City 21
Eva Rogers, Johnston City 18
Lennie Kelley, Pittsburg 21
Mable Williams, Pittsburg 21 August 8, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bowman of Spillertown are the proud parents of a ten-pound boy who arrived on Monday. The little one has been named John Henry. This is the second child and first boy of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Myrtle Lance. August 9, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Amost Brookhouse, Cambria 26
Clara Fergus, Goreville 24
Tony Parer, Johnston City 24
Josie Maluar, Johnston City 18 August 9, 1921
County Court Aud Manier pled guilty to wife and child abandonment, paid costs and was dismissed. The wife in case was granted alimony.
Circuit Clerk, Leslie 0. Caplinger, received a telegram on Tuesday evening informing him of the death of his uncle, Louis Caplinger, at his home at Crossville near Carmi in White County. Deceased was 62 years of age and was a painter by trade. Three years ago he fell with a scaffold and since that time has been ill with paralysis. He is survived by four sons and one daughter and was a brother of the late T. P. Caplinger of New Denison. Mrs. Maggie Furlong, a niece, left for Crossville on Wednesday morning and others of the relatives in Marion expect to attend the funeral. Among the relatives living in this county are Lloyd Caplinger, Solomon Caplinger, Leslie Caplinger and Mrs. M. Sizemore. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday and Leslie 0. Caplinger, Mrs. Lloyd Caplinger and others expect to leave on Wednesday evening for Crossville. August 10, 1921
Mrs. Henry Price, nee Mary Ellen Chamness, died at the West Frankfort Hospital at 6 o’clock Tuesday evening, August 9, 1921, where she had been taking treatment for the dread disease of cancer. She had been taken to the hospital a short time ago from the home at Perks. The remains were taken on Wednesday to the old family home near Chamness where they will remain until the funeral, which takes place at Pigeon Creek Church at eleven o’clock Thursday morning, August 11, with burial in Pigeon Creek Cemetery. Deceased was born near Chamness forty-six years ago and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johnathan Scott Chamness. She attended the rural schools of the community and her entire life has been spent in this state. She was a faithful member of the Pigeon creek Baptist Church. She was married twenty-one years ago to Henry Price who survives her, together with seven children, Eliza, Pauline, Opal, Kenneth, Virginia, Scottie and Evelyn. Two children are dead. Besides the parents the following brothers and sisters survive: Mrs. Opie Ardery of Carterville, Mrs. Elsie Craig of Pittsburg, Mrs. Arthur King, Mrs. W. E. Chamness and Harry E. Chamness of Marion and Dallas Chamness of near Carbondale Rev. Charles Taylor will conduct the funeral. August 10, 1921
Word was received in Marion on Tuesday that Charles and Maude Swain had been remarried in Benton on Tuesday morning. They were divorced at the January term of the Marion city court and have married again after the adjustment of a damage suit, which grew out of their separation. August 10, 1921
Southern Those who attended the funeral of Francis McNeely from other places were Mrs. Jennie Smith and son, Paul, of Carbondale, Mr. and Mrs. James McNeely of West Frankfort and Abe Vaughn of Orant Mo. August 10, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Kerkes Tatum, Herrin 21
Lillie Cornelius, Herrin 17 August 10, 1921
Funeral services for Albert Heyde will be held at the First M. E Church at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. J. J. Gunn. The body will be taken to the home of Mrs. George Heyde on East Marion Street where it will lie in state until Sunday morning when it will be taken to the First M. E. Church and placed under military guard until the funeral at 2 o’clock. August 11, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Joe Hail, Herrin 23
Hazel Anderson, Herrin 20
Charles E. Walker, DeSoto 25
Verna Sizemore, DeSoto 19
B. F. Carroll, Herrin 23
Lottie Brenner, Herrin 25 August 11, 1921
Ruth Mae Brown, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Brown, died late Wednesday afternoon at the home of its parents in the west part of the city. The little girl was born May 5, 1921 and at time of death was three months and five days of age. The funeral services were conducted at home Thursday morning by Rev. J. J. Gunn and burial was made in Rosehill Cemetery. August 11, 1921
Mrs. Rebecca F. Felts died at the home of her son, James H. Felts, on North Glendale at 7 a.m. Friday morning after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2:30 at the First Baptist church conducted by Pastor Rev. Julian Atwood assisted by Dr. W. P. Throgmorton. The deceased was born in Tennessee on September 5, 1845 and at the time of her death was aged 75 years, 11 months and 7 days. She was the daughter of James M. and Elizabeth Eckless Lucky and came from Tennessee to Williamson County, Illinois with her parents when a child. She received her education in the public schools of her new home. On January 1, 1860 she was united in marriage with Martin Felts, now deceased. Of the three children born to that union, Hon. James H. Felts, one of the publishers of the Marion Evening Post is the only one living. A daughter, Mrs. W. H. Grant, died August 2, 1901 and another son, M. A. Felts has been dead for several years. One sister, Mrs. T. R. Kelley of California also survives. Mrs. Felts was a member of the First Baptist Church of Marion for many years. After the funeral services at the church Saturday afternoon the body will be laid to rest in the old Hartwell Cemetery. Grandsons of the deceased will act as pallbearers with six members of the church as honorary pallbearers. August 12, 1921
West Frankfort, Aug. 12—Dr. J. G. Hutson, prominent Carrier Mills physician and well known throughout southern part of the state died at the Union Hospital here last night about 12 o’clock. Dr. Hutson was brought to the hospital last Saturday, having been suffering for several weeks. He suffered severe sunstroke Sunday July 4th and his condition grew worse. The deceased was a personal friend of Dr. Crain of the local hospital and it was his request that he be brought here. Dr. Hutson was a man of advanced years and had practiced in Carrier Mills and Saline County since completing his schooling. August 12, 1921
Mathew J. Turner, aged 74, of 711 North Garfield Street was found dead in the well at his home early Friday night after a search of the premises had been made by the neighbors when he was discovered to be missing about 8:30. The Pulmotor was applied after he was rescued from the well, but it was of no avail, the man having apparently been dead for some time. According to the developments at the inquest held by Coroner William McCown, Mrs. Turner noted the absence of her husband early in the evening, but supposed that he was in the rear of the house or at the home of some of the neighbors. When he had not appeared after eight o’clock she became alarmed and began hunting for him about the place. J. B. Bruce and Amon Thomas were attracted by her calls and joined in the search. By the light of a match discovered the dead man in the well, which was about 14 feet deep and contained about five or six feet of water. The Coroner’s Jury returned the verdict to the effect that M. J. Turner came to his death by drowning in a well at his home. Witnesses testified that Mr. Turner had been despondent over business matters for several days. He had written a letter Friday directing the management of his business, but did not mention any contemplation of ending his life. Mathew J. Turner was born near Coal Bank Springs February 14, 1847 and at the time of his death was 74 years, 5 months and 28 days of age. He was the son of Charles and Mary Graves Turner. He spent all of his life in the state of Illinois having lived until about five years ago, on the farm near Coal Bank Springs where he was born. He attended public schools near his home at the S. I. N. C. at Carbondale and when a young man was employed as a teacher. During the Civil War he served his country as an enlistment officer. He had served as County Commissioner and County Supervisor the last term being about five years ago. He was a member of many years standing at the Coal Bank Springs Church and early in life was an active church worker. For many years he followed farming as an occupation but retired several years ago. He has been a resident of Marion for about five years. The deceased was stricken with paralysis a few years ago and has been in poor health since that time. Mrs. Turner was married to Mrs. Eliza Ann Travelstead in Williamson County September 17, 1868 and of the nine children born to them, all are now living. They are Dr. C. W. Turner, Mayor of Harrisburg; A. L. Turner of Marion, Mrs. Floria Henderson of Pittsburg; Mrs. Florence Carter Frankfort Heights; Mrs. Gertie Davis, Indiana; Mrs. George Nicks, Johnston City; Mrs. Ida Glenn, Centralia; Mrs. Jebes Richey of Crab Orchard Township and Alonzo Turner of Saline County. One brother, G. H. Turner of Harrisburg and a sister, Mrs. Elijay Turner, also survives. Funeral services will be at the Coal Bank Springs Church Sunday August 14 with burial in the church cemetery. August 13. 1921
Marriage Licenses
James Boyd, Johnston City
Ethel Ramsey, Johnston City
L. M. Willis, Herrin
Lebbie Learly, Chicago
Orphia Phillips, Marion
Vivian Taylor, Carterville August 13. 1921
Gus Lewis and Mabel Stroud, both of Marion, went to Murphysboro Friday and after obtaining a marriage license went to the office of Justice of the Peace, W. E. Roberts and were married. August 13. 1921
The body of Albert Heyde, the first Marion man killed in the World War was taken to the home of his mother on Saturday afternoon and arrangements have been made for the funeral to be held on Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the First Methodist church. After the services the Legion will take charge and escort the body to the cemetery for interment. August 13, 1921
Chancery Bill For Divorce—Jessie Welch vs. Howard Welch August 13, 1921
Bill For Divorce and Custody of Child—Mayme Davis vs. William Franklin Davis August 13, 1921
Mrs. John A. Logan, widow of the famous Union Civil War Commander and born in Boone County, Missouri, is today celebrating her 83rd birthday. Her present home is in Washington D. C., but she has hundreds of friends in this vicinity. August 15, 1921
Mrs. J. W. Turner died on Saturday morning at Stonefort. She was the wife of Professor J. W. Turner, who completed 54 years in the schoolroom and retired from the Washington School in Marion this year. Mrs. Turner was a sister of Captain James T. Cunningham and was a native of Marshall County, Mississippi. Her father was William C. Cunningham, a native of Tennessee and a cousin to John M. Cunningham, the teacher. of Mrs. John A. Logan. She was first united in marriage with Mr. McAnally, and two children by that union survive, Dana and Willie McAnally. She was united in marriage at the Pleasant Grove M. E. Church on May 3, 1874 with Professor Turner. The children who survive by this marriage are: James Walter Turner in Iowa; Gus Turner of Chicago; Charles H. Turner of Chicago and Miss Rosalie Turner. The other children died in infancy. August 15, 1921
The funeral of Mathew J. Turner who was found dead in the well at his home at 711 North Garfield Street Friday night was held Monday afternoon at the Coal Bank Spring Baptist Church near Crab Orchard. The funeral for Mrs. Turner was held at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Church and Cemetery. August 15. 1921
Mrs. Rebecca Felts, mother of James Felts, editor of the Evening Post, was laid to rest in the old Hartwell Cemetery in Lake Creek Precinct, The funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church in Marion and were conducted by Dr. W. P. Throgmorton and Rev. Julian Atwood, who told of the life and devotion of this fine woman. August .15, 1921
Miss Pearl Evans and James White, both of Johnston City were married Monday afternoon by Judge W. O. Potter at his office in the First National Bank Building. August 15, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Harry Hosman, Marion 25
Anna Abney, Marion 21
Paul Rogers, Johnston City 19
Edith Owens, Pittsburg 19 August 15, 1921
A. L. Turner, son of Mathew J. Turner, who died on August 12th states that from new evidence found since the inquest, it is the firm belief of the family and friends that his father did not commit suicide as reported at the time of the death, but that death was accidental. The elder Mr. Turner suffered a paralytic stroke about 7 years ago and the family thinks that Mr. Turner was drawing water and suffered a stroke of paralysis falling into the well. He had only been missing about 30 minutes according to his son and it is also said that the letter found and mentioned at the inquest was a contract between the father and son, C. W. Turner, dated August 10, but actually for a deal made three months previous to that time. August 15, 1921
Miss Lucie Maynard and W C. Boyd, both of Carterville, procured a license to wed in Marion Tuesday afternoon. The ceremony was performed by Squire George Knight in the office of the county clerk. August 17, 1921
Miss Amy Abney and Harry Houseman were quietly married Sunday afternoon. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Robert England. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Abney of North Van Buren Street. The groom is employed at Slogo Mine. The couple will make their home with the bride’s parents for the present. August 17, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Emory Smothers, West Frankfort 21
Dola Melvin, West Frankfort 19
R. Bankhead, Marion 54
Mordeen Shaw, Marion 31
Herman Davis, Marion 18
Marietta Brown, Marion 18 August 16, 1921
Little Vivian Woodard, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernice Woodard of 1116 North State Street, died at 4 o’clock Wednesday morning. The little girl was born May 3, 1921 and at time of death was 3 months and fourteen days of age. This was the only child in the family and is survived by its parents. Mrs. Woodard was formerly Miss Freda Meader. Funeral services for little Vivian Woodard held at the home at 11 o’clock Thursday morning conducted by Rev. Julian Atwood, pastor of the First Baptist Church. August 17. 1921
Marriage Licenses
W. C. Boyd, Carterville 18
Lucile Mayneard, Carterville 18
L. H. Derrington, Johnston City 22
Belle Cooper, Johnston City 19 August 17, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Braton Davis, Bush 21
Mary Smith, Bush 18
Guy Darnel, West Frankfort 29
Mary Massey, West Frankfort 21 August 18, 1921
Tony Porch and Miss Josie Mainor of Johnston City were married at Marion Saturday morning in the office of the county clerk. August 20, 1921
Coroner William McCown was called to Herrin Sunday night to hold an inquest over the body of Ezra Cox who died in the hospital there Sunday as a result of knife wounds received on the night of August 15. Before his death Cox made a statement that he was stabbed by William Holland and the Coroner’s Jury recommended that Holland be held to await the action of the Grand Jury. Holland was brought to the county jail in Marion. According to evidence at the inquest, the cutting affray took place at the home of Carrie Dodds in Weaver. Wesley Cox, father of the deceased, Sam Cox, William Holland, Ida Dotch, sister of Carrie Dodds, were in the house where the trouble started. Ezra Cox and Holland started a fight in the house during which Cox was stabbed with his own butcher knife, which had dropped from his belt to the floor. The men had been drinking according to the evidence. Cox was taken to the Herrin Hospital where he was given medical attention. According to the attending physician, the knife thrust had penetrated the stomach. He died about 7 o’clock Sunday night. August 22. 1921
Late Sunday night Sheriff Thaxton and his deputies were searching for Horace Gamble, who is wanted for the killing of Avery Henry, colored, a miner, about 5 o’clock Saturday evening on the railroad tracks near Dewmaine. The coroner’s jury recommended that Bamble be held to wait action of the Grand Jury. The evidence at the inquest did not show any reason for the crime, which was apparently a deliberate killing. Clinton Gaines, a miner employed by the Madison Coal Company who was with Henry at the time of the shooting testified as follows: “On August 20, 1921 at about 5 o’clock p.m., I was in company with Avery Henry off the switch that runs from Madison Number Eight to the main line of the railroad new Brush Crossing about 700 yards north of Number Eight Mine, when Horace Gamble approached us from the north side of a house that is near the tracks and without any remarks, drew a gun from the bib of his overalls and shot Henry in the left breast. Gamble then turned away from us and ran toward the north. He fired only one shot from a long bright gun. After Henry was shot he ran several steps, about 10 or 15 and fell on his face. The only remark that he made to me after he was shot was, “just let me be quiet a moment.” I called George Ayers and asked him to stay with Henry while I went after a doctor. I was gone perhaps five or seven minutes and returned with Dr. C. M. Evans, but Henry was dead when I returned. I do not know whether or not Gamble and Henry had been together before this time on this date. I had never seen them together and could give no cause for this deed. So far as I know, I was the only witness to the shooting. Gamble lives at White Ash, Ill., and is a single man. Henry lived at Dewmaine and was employed by the Madison Coal Corporation as motorman and trip-rider. He leaves a widow and one child.” The Coroner’s Jury returned a verdict to the effect that Henry came to his death by a gunshot wound at the hands of Horace Gamble and recommended that Gamble be held. August 22, 1921
Sunday being the 33rd birthday anniversary of Will Booth and the 12th birthday anniversary of his daughter, Lucille, the mother and grandmother, Mrs. Aaron Roberts of route five, entertained with dinner in their honor. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Will Booth and children, Mr. and Mrs. Troy Booth and children, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Newlin and son, Woodrow, Miss Mary Ellen Newton, Mrs. Ore B. Johnston and son, Noble Gulley, Rule Booth and Jeff Butts. August 22, 1921
A fine boy arrived on Friday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Mayers of North Johnson Street. The little one has been named Jean Edward. This is the third child and first boy of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Ola Childes of Creal Springs. August 22, 1921
A baby girl arrived Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jones of South Mechanic Street. This is the third child and first girl of the family. The little one weighed five pounds and has been named Mildred Nadine. August 22, 1921
James Isaac, the miner who was injured at Franco Mine Number Two Monday morning, died about 3:10 o’clock Monday afternoon as a result of the injuries. The body was brought to Marion where the inquest was held Monday night. R. 0. Sneed who was with Isaacs at the time of the accident testified that he was a machine operator and that Isaacs was his helper. The accident happened about 9:30 Monday morning when Isaacs caught his leg in the chain of the machine severing one hand and the left leg. The man was mangled in the machine for over an hour before he was cut loose by a physician. He was removed to the home of Harry Pierson’s in Paulton, where he boarded and where he succumbed to his injuries several hours later. The coroner’s jury returned a verdict that death was accidental. August 22, 1921
An eight pound girl was born Monday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Touve of South Mechanic Street. The little one has been named Helen Holland. This is the first child of the family. The mother who was formerly Miss Emma Holland is reported as doing nicely. August 23. 1921
A telegram was received by Miss Maude Turner of West Main Street from Mrs. E. C. Bell, formerly Miss Ada V. McCall, teacher at the M.T.H.S. telling of the death of Mrs. Bill’s sister, Mrs. Gertrude Cox. According to the telegram, Mrs. Cox died at the home of her sister and the body has been shipped to Vienna, where the funeral is to be held Thursday afternoon. Both Mrs. Bill and her sister were well known in Marion. August 23, 1921
Charles O’Brien, aged 35, a farmer, was murdered at New Burnside Saturday evening. Mike and Clarence Wess of Wolf Creek were held as the murderers on circumstantial evidence. Alex Heatherington, a neighbor who pastures O’Brien’s cow, noticed Saturday evening that the cow had not been milked and when he saw she had not been milked Sunday morning went to O’brien’s house to investigate and found O’Brien dead of a wound inflicted by a shotgun at close range. Mystery surrounded the shooting. O’Brien lived alone on a small farm one-half mile south of town. He was industrious and quite popular and so far as known had but few enemies. He went to his home from New Burnside Saturday evening about 6 o’clock. The groceries he had purchased were found put away in their accustomed places in the kitchen. His hat was also found in the house, although when his body was found the house was locked and the key was in his pocket. The shot that is supposed to have killed O’Brien was heard by neighbors about 8:30 Saturday night. Where he had been since his return home from town and why he was outside without his hat and with the house locked has not been learned. O’Brien was very careful with his livestock and neighbors cannot understand why he had not milked his cow. This is the second murder in this vicinity in the last six months, and the feeling is quite intense. August 23, 1921
Leslie Franklin, the four days old infant of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Brigham of West Maplewood, died Tuesday morning at four o’clock. Funeral services will be held from the home 1009 West Maplewood Wednesday morning at nine thirty o’clock with burial at Rosehill. August 23, 1921
A mining camp near Mine B just north of Herrin, known as the Ditto Camp was the scene of Williamson County’s most recent killing when Frank Limbermont shot and killed John Delong on the porch of the former’s home late Monday night. The coroner’s jury recommended that Limbermont be held to await the action of the grand jury. From the evidence of Joe Saddler and John Malinar who were in the home of Lilmbermont when the shooting occurred it developed that the two men had had a fight earlier in the day. About 10 o’clock Monday night the Delong came to the home of Limbermont and one of the witnesses testified that Delong was drunk at the time Lilmbermont accused Delong of following him and drew a gun and fired one shot into Delong’s body. Delong fell dead in the yard. The bullet entered through the left shoulder and lodged near the outside of the right shoulder. It was fired from a 32 caliber lver Johnson revolver. The body was taken to Herrin where the inquest was held Tuesday morning and the jury returned the verdict that John Delong came to his death as the result of gunshot wounds received at the hands of Frank Limbermont recommending that the slayer be held. August 23, 1921
The funeral of James Isaacs was held at Number Eight near the Williamson and Franklin County line at 11:30 o’clock Thursday morning. August 24, 1921
Miss Pearl Willis and Dewey Baker, both of West Frankfort were married in the office of the county clerk Tuesday morning. The young couple then returned to West Frankfort. August 24, 1921
Miss Harriet Redley and E. J. Nidersters, both of Johnston City secured marriage license in Marion Wednesday and were married by Squire George Pritchett at his office on the public square. August 24, 1921
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Leon Sanders of Scottsboro on Thursday a seven and one-half pound son, their first child. The new arrival is learning to call Ottie Sanders at Powell’s Clothing Store “granddad” and the youthful looking grandfather was letting his whiskers grow Friday so he could live up to the part. August 26,1921
The Benton papers state that a license was issued the first of the week to Floyd Groves, 18, of Benton and Miss Grace Wills, 18, of Marion. August 26, 1921
Word was received in Marion of the death of W. E. Fisher on Tuesday, August 24. Mrs. Fisher left Marion in February 1919 to return to his old home at Emmaus, Pa. where he again entered the employ of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad. Deceased was of a retiring disposition, but one who made many friends while agent at the Coal Belt Electric Station. He with his wife and grandson made his home at the Burkhart Flats. At the time of death he was aged 63 years, 11 months and 17 days. The funeral was held at Kutztown, Pa., with interment in the Hope Cemetery at that place. His widow and grandson, Edwon Fisher, survive him. August 26, 1921
Lillian Maurine Vaughn, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Vaughn of West Boulevard, died at 9 o’clock Friday night at the home of her parents. Funeral services held Sunday morning at 11 o’clock followed by interment in Maplewood Cemetery. The little girl was born in Herrin January 2, 1920 and at the time of her death was one year, seven months and twenty-four days of age. One sister, Charity Gertrude, aged six survives with the parents. The mother was formerly Miss Lillian Hartwell of Marion. August 26, 1921
A 10 1/2 pound boy was born Tuesday, August 23, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dempsey of East Carter Street. The little one has been named Jack Waldo. This is the third child and second boy of the family. The mother, who was formerly Miss Euna Hendrickson, is doing nicely. August 26, 1921
A 9 1/2 pound boy was born Thursday, August 25, to Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Borum near Marion. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Kate Pritchett. August 26, 1921
A 9 1/2 pound boy was born Friday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Edwards of Chicago at the home of Mr. Edward’s parents, Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Edwards of West Main Street. This is the second child and first boy of the family. He has been named C. M. Edwards. The mother was formerly Miss Gertrude Streng of Marion. August 26. 1921
A 11 pound boy was born Saturday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Leon Norman of North Van Buren Street. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Clara Anz. August 26, 1921
Ed Blackburn of East Jackson Street was killed Friday afternoon when a loaded mine car ran over him in Scranton Mine where he was employed as a mule driver. The accident took place about 3:00 o’clock while he was driving to the bottom on the straight south entry with a string of four loaded coal cars. He died as a result of injuries about 4:15. It was thought that Blackburn was kicked by the mule that was pulling the cars and fell to the track where the cars ran over him, but the statement of the witnesses at the coroner’s inquest failed to uphold this theory. There were no eyewitnesses of the accident. According to the evidence the accident took place in a section of the entry where there was a slight hill, but as far as could be seen at the time there were no cars off the track. At least one and probably all of the cars passed over the man’s body, cutting off both legs and causing another wound on the left side of the head. He was lying about twelve feet behind the last car when found. The injured man was carried to the top of the mine and medical aid summoned at once, but he died within a few minutes. The body was brought to the undertaking parlors of Hudgens and Scobey where Coroner William McCown held the inquest Friday night. The jury, composed of Andy Summers, Louis Allen, W. H. White, A.M. Norman, D. J. Jackson and S. V. Aikman reached a verdict that the came to his death as a result of being run over by a loaded mine car. James Edward Blackburn was born in Marion February 17, 1889 and was thirty-nine years, six months and nine days of age. He was the son of Morris and Elizabeth H. Blackburn and attended the public schools of Marion in childhood. Upon reaching the age of manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ethel White, who with one daughter, Edie, aged ten, survive his death. One sister, Mrs. Milo Hill of Goreville route one and two brothers, W. E. Blackburn of South Madison Street and A. E. Blackburn of 411 East Jackson Street, with whom deceased made his home, also survive. The parents have been dead for several years. During the World War the deceased served in the army and was in training at Camp Taylor when the armistice was signed. He was a member of the U.M. W. of A. The body lay in state at the Hudgens and Scobey Undertaking Parlors until 3 o’clock Saturday afternoon when it was removed to the home on East Jackson Street where the funeral services will be held Sunday conducted by Rev. J. W. McKinney. Burial will be made in the Rose Hill Cemetery Annex. August 26, 1921
A license was issued Saturday for the marriage of Miss Clara Ditterline and Clyde Calvert, both of Marion. The young people were married Saturday afternoon by Squire George Pritchett in his office on the public square. August 29, 1921
Little Lillian Maurine Vaughn, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vaughn, who died Friday, was buried at Rosehill Cemetery. The funeral services were held at the home of West Boulevard conducted by Rev J. W. McKinney. August 29, 1921
Thinking that they would slip a surprise over on their friends, Miss Winnie Kimmel of Marion and Harvey Harris of Johnston City, quietly sneaked off to Vienna on Sunday afternoon and were married there by J. M. Bridges. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Kimmel, 512 South Future Street. The groom is a prosperous farmer living near Johnston City and he and his bride will make their home at Johnston City. Miss Ethel Kimmel, sister of the bride and John Rendleman of Casper, Wyoming, witnessed the ceremony. August 29. 1921
An eight and one-half pound girl was born Saturday to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Woods of East College Street. This is the second child and first girl of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Lucille Fischer. August 29, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Clyde Calvert, Marion 21
Clara Ditterline, Marion 18
H. J. Foster, Herrin 30
Eva Peoples, Herrin 37 August 30, 1921
Carterville Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Gentry and Charles Dorris, attended the funeral last week of the latter’s sister, Mrs. Maud Watkins at Cairo. Mrs. Watkins was formerly Miss Maud Dorris of this city. August 30. 1921
Johnston City A Polish miner named Dan Urban was found dead in his room at a boarding house here Wednesday night with a bullet hole in his head. Members of the family with which he boarded heard a shot and ran into the room where the man’s body lay with the gun by his side. A coroner’s inquest was held and the jury found that Dan Urban came to his death from a pistol shot fired by his own hand. Urban, who was formerly a miner had been a deliveryman for the past two weeks. He came to this country in 1910 and was single. The reason for the suicide is not known. August 30, 1921
September
Marriage Licenses
J. M. Smith, Marion 33
Edna Wollard, Marion 30 September 1, 1921
Miss Edna Wooland(Wollard?) and James Smith were united in marriage at the parsonage of the First Methodist Church Thursday morning at ten o’clock. The newlyweds left at noon Tuesday for St. Louis where they will enjoy a week’s honeymoon. September 1, 1921
Arnold View Mrs. George Tanner, who was called from this world to her Heavenly Father, at Carterville last Friday was brought to Arnold View and laid to rest in what is called the Tanner graveyard, on Walter Isam’s farm the next day, Saturday at 2:30 p.m. The rain prevented the funeral from being held, which was to be conducted by Rev, Musgraves. Plans have been made to hold the funeral the next 30th of May. September 1, 1921
John William, the small son of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Stone, died at the home of the parents with pneumonia and diphtheria at 6 o’clock Thursday morning. The little boy was born April 5, 1917 and at time of death was aged three years, seven months and four days. Besides the parents, three brothers, Virgil Eugene, aged six years; Leslie aged two years and James Everett aged seven months also survive. Funeral services held at the home Friday at 2:30 o’clock p. m. conducted by Rev. Julian Atwood followed by burial at Shiloh Cemetery. September 1, 1921
Mrs. Emma F. Scott and A. E. Hartwell, both of White Ash were united in marriage in Benton Wednesday. Justice J. H. Wright performed the ceremony. They are now at home in White Ash where their home was already furnished. September 2, 1921
Kelley Hudgens and Miss Elsie Harris both of Johnston City secured a marriage license at the county clerk’s office Saturday morning and were married in the office of the County Superintendent of Schools by Rev. J. W. McKinney. September 2, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Luther Boles, Herrin 23
Marie Jenkins, Energy 20
Charles E. Hogan, Marion 21
Anna Coy Marion 19
Kelley Hudgens, Johnston City 24
Elsie Harris, Johnston City 23
Ralph Williams, Cambria 23
Sybol Tinner, Cambria 23
Charles Jenkins, Pittsburg 30
Mable Phillips, Thompsonville 27
Bert Brasheras, Evansville 41
Condie Qualls, Herrin 39
John Ro. Gullege, Marion 29
May Everett, Pittsburg 25
Mike Boninifi, Herrin 28
Marie Oldani, Herrin 20 September 2, 1921
Mrs. Sherman Thompson, residing six miles east of Marion, died Monday from diphtheria, from which she had suffered for some time. Mrs. Thompson was born at Broughton on December 3, 1892 and at the time of death she was 28 years, 9 months and 2 days of age. She is survived by her husband and three children: Esther Louise, age 4 years old, Robert Sherman, age 18 months and James Melville age 2 months. Two brothers and two sisters also survive, namely Melville Barker of EarImart, California; George Barker of Charldron, Nebr.; Mrs. W. P. Brennan of Ashland, Ohio and Mary Barker of Stockton, California. September 3, 1921
Marriage Licenses Among the marriage licenses issued at Murphysboro on Saturday were the following:
Unil Hawkins, Colp 21
Rosella Brown, Colp 18
Claude Sutton, Carterville 21
Gertie Woodburn, Cambria 19 September 3, 1921
Coroner McCown held an inquest at Cambria on Tuesday afternoon over the body of George Morgan. The jury returned a verdict holding Abe Priddy to await the action of the grand jury. Priddy and Morgan had a revolver duel on the 30th of August in which Morgan received three shots and as a result was later arrested and put under a peace bond. According to evidence at the inquest Morgan is said to have threatened Priddy, just before the shooting but no one would testify as to who fired the fatal shot, although it was fired directly in front of Priddy’s home and no one else was near. September 7, 1921
A fine nine pound boy was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. R. Hamlet of North Logan Street. The young man has been named Loren Eugene Hamlet. This is the second child in the family, but their first born died. Mrs. Hamlet was formerly Miss Winnie Hastings. The proud daddy is a mechanic at Johnston City. September 7. 1921
Marriage Licenses
R. E. Tanner, Marion 29
Vernie Parks, Carrier Mills 24
B. J. Wilson, Marion 44
Viola Battet, Marion 25
John Rollo, Herrin 21
ZE Morefield 20
Elmer Oliver, Harrisburg 22
Rena Travelstead, Harrisburg 22
H. Adams, Goreville 29
L. Dunn, Goreville 19
Louis Ditto, Herrin 18
Lonnie Lee, Herrin 16
Phillip Mitchell, Johnston City 26
Anna Fezzina, Marion 18
Paul Bagas, Chicago 25
Lora Thomas, Marion 16
J. M. Ferrell, Freeman 68
Sarah Heather, DeSoto 39 September 7, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Oscar Lawrence, West Frankfort 30
Ella Ore, West Frankfort 29
L. C. Deahl, East St. Louis 33
Jessie Mille, Vienna 36
Van Anderson, Marion 22
Mary Stevenson, Marion 21
Bert Wiminger, Shoals, Ind. 38
Mae Lanon, Vienna 35 September 8, 1921
Miss Rose McCormick and Claude McRoy, both of Marion were married in Metropolis Saturday at twelve o’clock. The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed McCormick of East Union Street. The groom is a city mail carrier. For the present they will make their home with the bride’s parents. September 8, 1921
Mrs. S. E. Whittington lost the fight against the white plague {tuberculosis} on Thursday at the home of her mother in Carbondale. Mrs. Whittington was born in Carbondale on January 1, 1892, and at the time of death she was 29 years, 8 months and 7 days of age. Her maiden name was Ora Wilkins and by her first husband, James Wise, she leaves on child, Thelma Wise. Four years ago she was united in marriage with Sylvester Whittington, but no children by that union survive. One sister, Mrs. John Faris living near Marion survives. The deceased became ill about three years ago and traveled for two years seeking a change in climate with the hopes of a recovery, but a short time ago she returned to the home of her mother, Mrs. W. H. Pierce, at Carbondale. She obtained her early education in the schools at Carbondale and Marion and also attended the Southern Illinois Normal University at Carbondale. She was a good wife and mother and was a member of the First Methodist Church in Marion where she had lived about 7 years. Funeral services on Friday at 2:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Carbondale conducted by Rev. Landis with interment there. September 8, 1921
Cambria Miss Verba Talley sprung a surprise on her many friends by her marriage to Mr. Frank Keenon of Hurst. They went to Benton to get married. Mrs. Keenon has been the very efficient chief in the central telephone office here for some time. They will reside here for the present. September 8. 1921
Miss Sybol Tyner was married on Friday night to Ralph Williams. Mrs. Williams has also been employed in the telephone office for some time. September 8. 1921
William P. Ragland, familiarly known as “Dad” passed away on Sunday afternoon after an illness of 17 weeks, aged 76 years, 1 month and 3 days. He leaves a widow and the following sons and daughters, Richard and Roger of Cambria, Otis of Carterville, Mrs. Mellis Crowell, Mrs. Kate Shnonds, Mrs. Maude Eason, Mrs. Dola Hampton and Mrs. Edna Skelcher, all of this place. There are 23 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. All of them were present at the funeral, which was held at the Baptist Church at 2:00 on Tuesday afternoon. Burial was in Hinchcliff Cemetery. Mr. Ragland was a Civil War veteran and the last public meeting he attended before his sickness was when he walked with five other Civil War veterans behind the body of their comrade, Thomas J. Beavers when he was buried in the spring. September 8. 1921
A marriage license was issued in Murphysboro Thursday to Chalon Graddock, age d 30 and Miss Mildred M. Grizzell, aged 21, both of Carterville. September 9, 1921
Following an operation at the hospital in Carbondale, Mrs. Fern Hazel Sislock, wife of John Sislock died at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Mrs. Sislock was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Freeman of Pittsburg. She was born November 1, 1896 and at the time of death was 24 years 10 months and 7 days of age. She was married on November 7, 1916 to Mr. Sislock and they had two children, one of whom died. The other child, Geraldine Sislock, aged 4 survives. The brothers and sisters who survive are Mrs. Willis Sanders of Pittsburg, Mrs. Ross White of West Frankfort, Mrs. Lawrence Gleen of Marion and Lloyd and Floyd Freeman of Pittsburg. The body was shipped to Marion and then taken to the home of her parents in Pittsburgh in the hearse. Funeral services Tuesday at the First Christian Church in Marion conducted by Rev. A. M. Laird with interment at Rose Hill Cemetery. September 9, 1921
Marriage Licenses
A. L. Crawford, Eldorado 28
Sallie Flanders, Eldorado 19
W. M. Wilson, Dewmaine 38
Pollie Meeks, Dewmaine 24
J. F. Parker, Johnston City 21
Hazel E, Frick, Johnston City 20
Elza Ditterline, Carterville 21
Beulah Frost, Carbondale 18
C. G. House, Murphysboro 23
Mabel Johnston, Murphysboro 19
George Jones, Herrin 21
Lucretia Deaton, Creal Springs 16 September 12, 1921
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Pleasant Grove Church by Rev. J. W. McKinney for Mrs. Sherman Thompson, who died from diphtheria last Monday. The funeral had been delayed awaiting the arrival of the father, J. Baker of Oregon and a brother and sister from California. Interment was at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. September 12, 1921
Pulleys Mill Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gurley are the proud parents of a 10 pound boy. September 12, 1921
W. L. and E. T. Durham were called to Ewing on Monday to attend the funeral of their uncle, Joe Fleeman, who died on Saturday at the age of 83. Mr. Fleeman suffered a stroke of paralysis while at Sailor Springs. He leaves a widow and several children. September 12, 1921
Funeral services for Mrs. Fern Hazel Sislock wife of John Sislock, was held on Monday afternoon at the First Christian Church with interment at Rosehill Cemetery. Dr. A. M. Laird conducted the funeral. Mrs. Sislock, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Freeman of Pittsburg, died following an operation at Carbondale on Sunday. September 14. 1921
Joseph Ellis of Carterville died Wednesday afternoon after several years of suffering. Funeral services will be held at the home at two thirty Friday afternoon. He leaves a wife, one son and two daughters, also one brother, John Ellis of Herrin. September 15, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Jake Ruzich, Johnston City 23
Frances Hughes, Johnston City 18
Blaz Brazovich, Johnston City 25
Esther Stover, Johnston City 18
Dave Martin, Johnston City 24
Beulah Williams, Johnston City 17
William Orton, Herrin 51
Sarah Ward, Cambria 47 September 15. 1921
Pittsburg Edith Jean Horsley, three months and 27 days old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Horsley died at the parents’ home in Carterville on Saturday morning. The little baby had been sick for over a month. A brother, Hilly Davis Horsley survives. Funeral services on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the home of the deceased’s grandfather, William Horsley, 1305 South Buchanan Street. September 17, 1921
Finley Rogers, mine engineer dropped dead at his home at 1205 West Main Street about 6 o’clock Friday morning. Mr. Rogers was employed as hoisting engineer at Peabody No 3 mine when death came. He had started his automobile and was seen to suddenly leave the machine and sit down upon the porch of the house where he fell dead a few minutes later. He was a man of about middle age. The funeral services will be held at the home at 1:30 Sunday afternoon. September 17, 1921
Funeral services for little Virginia Lee Parks, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emra Parks of East Boulevard, who died Wednesday, was held at the Goddard Chapel in Rose Hill Cemetery. The little girl was born September 4 and was ten days old. Two small brothers, Emra, Jr. aged four years and Robert aged twenty-two months survive with the parents. September 17, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Frank Braggia, Herrin 26
Jessie Massetto, Herrin 17
Stanley Suftho, Bush 21
Georgie Hichs, Bush 18
M. A. Carter, Thompsonville 21
Jessie Maltby, Johnston City 19
Hugh Mcnelly, Herrin 21
Loraine Tupket, Herrin 18
Walter Gobin, Eldorado 21
Marie Mcdaniel, Ridgeway 18 September 17, 1921
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Eldridge, at their home in Pittsburg, a daughter. This is the second child and first girl,. Mother and daughter are doing nicely. Mrs. Kate Campbell and Mrs. Ethel Holland were summoned from Marion at 4 o’clock Saturday to welcome the new arrival. September 17, 1921
Finley Rogers was the son of Alonzo and Susie Gosney. He was born in Kentucky, March 1, 1876 and was 45 years, 6 months and 15 days old at time of death. He came to Marion when 31 years of age and was married to Miss Katie Casner at Murphysboro, Dec. 26, 1899. There are no children. Besides the widow, his parents and the following brothers and sisters survive: George Rodgers, Ezra Rodgers, William Rodgers and Emery Rodgers, all of Marion; Roy Rodgers, recently returned from the navy; Minnie Rodgers, Marion, Ohio; Eva, Hamilton, Ohio; Nellie and Mattie, Cincinnati, Ohio. Four of these brothers are veterans of the World War. Mr. Rodges was not a member of any church but was a believer in the faith and practice of the Christian Church. His death came as a shock to everyone, he being stricken at 6 o’clock Friday morning, September 16, while cranking his car to go to his work at the mine. He was apparently in good health and death came from heart failure. September 19, 1921
A ten pound boy was born Friday {Sept. 16} to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Elliott living on the South hard road. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Ethel Hudgens. September 19, 1921
Relatives in Marion received work of the death on Friday, September 16, of Mrs. Julia Goddard Harwood of Pueblo, Colorado, formerly of Marion. She was born in Marion and was the daughter of James T. and Winifred Goddard. She was married when quite young to W. R. Hall and they went to St. Louis to make their home. Three children were born to that union and still survive. They are the Honorable H. L. Hall of New Mexico, W. R. Hall now serving with the American expeditionary forces in France and Mrs. Fred 0. Lakin of Emporium. After Mr. Hall’s death several years ago she was united in marriage with Mr. Harwood and they went west to make their home. One daughter was born to that union and survives. She is Mrs. George Moodey of Durango, Colorado. Leroy A. Goddard of Chicago and H. T. Goddard of Mt. Carmel are brothers of the deceased as was the late John B. Bainbridge. Mrs. Harwood’s funeral services were held on Saturday in Pueblo. Interment being in the cemetery there. September 19, 1921
Marriage Licenses
W. H. Beltz, Marion 29
Dessie Wall, Creal Springs 21
Gus Bantz, DuQuoin 27
Beatrice Ramsey, West Frankfort 18
Joshua Milan, Herrin 18
Beulah Howe, Herrin 19
Claude Maddox, Clifford 23
Emma Lee Cannon, Clifford 20 September 19, 1921
Tony Raitano seven year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Raitano died at 4 p.m. on Sunday at the home 905 West Woodall. The child had just recovered from scarlet fever and had a relapse, which developed into kidney trouble and caused death. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Monday at Maplewood Cemetery. September 19, 1921
Morgan Cheney of Marion and Miss Anna Blackurn of Emery were married Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Sherrock, 1837 Madison Street, St. Louis. They were accompanied by Mrs. Ralph Hendrickson and Herbert Jones of Marion. After the wedding the bridal party motored to Jacksonville where they placed the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hendrickson in the State school for the deaf and dumb children where he will spend the winter. The party then returned to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sherrock where a wedding dinner was served on Friday. The bride and groom accompanied by Mrs. Hendrickson returned to Marion on the evening train Friday. They left Saturday for a wedding trip to Arkansas where they will visit the bride’s parents. September 19, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Blaine Ramsey, Dewmaine 32
Beulah Jones Dewmaine 19
George B. Crockett, Marion 36
Myrtle Jedy, East St. Louis 39
Ray Gosnell, Herrin 23
Addle Darnell, Herrin __ September 20, 1921
A ten pound boy was born Tuesday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Will Martin of West Chestnut Street. This is the second child and first boy of the family. September 20, 1921
A ten pound boy was born Sunday evening to Mr. and Mrs. L.E. Mauzey. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Genevieve May. September 20, 1921
Death at 10 a.m. Wednesday claimed Robert Earl Langenbaugh, the 10 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Langenbaugh, 905 West Prairie Street. The child became sick on Saturday. The mother’s maiden name was Ethel Jones. Funeral services on Thursday morning at 10 a.m. at the home conducted by Rev. Joe Meads. Interment at Rose Hill Cemetery. September 21, 1921
Mathew J. Turner was born near Coal Bank Springs, February 14, 1847 and at the time of his death was 74 years, 5 months and 28 days of age. He was the son of Charles and Mary Gravs Turner. He spent all of his life in Williamson County, Illinois. He attended the common schools and the S.I.N.U. at Carbondale and when a young man followed farming and-teaching. During the Civil War he served his country as an enlistment officer. He served three terms as a member of the county board. He is a member of the Coal Bank Springs Church, having confessed faith in his Redeemer when young. He served as clerk of the church for about 40 years. He spent most of his life on the farm and owned a farm of about 300 acres where he lived until about five years ago when he moved to Marion. The deceased was stricken with paralysis about seven years ago and has been very feeble and in poor health since. He was married to Eliza A. Travelstead Davis in Williamson County, Illinois, September 17, 1868. Of this union nine children were born, all of whom are living. They are: Dr. C. W. Turner, mayor of Harrisburg; Floria Henderson of Pittsburg, Illinois, Mrs. Ida Glenn of Centralia, Illinois; A. I. Turner of Marion, Illinois; Mrs. Florence Carter of Frankfort Heights, Franklin County, Illinois; Mrs. Gertie Davis of Indiana; Mrs. Alonzo Turner of Saline County, Illinois, Mrs. Mary Richey, living on the home place and Mrs. Ethel Nicks of Johnston City, Illinois. Besides his children he leaves his faithful wife, twenty-three grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren and one brother, G. H. Turner of Harrisburg, Illinois and one sister, Mrs. Elijah Turner. He and his wife have enjoyed over fifty years of married life. A Turner family reunion is planned to be held on the Fair Grounds on August 21. September 21, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Arthur J. Billings, Marion 21
Gladys Voss, Marion 18
Henry Fisher, Elles Grove 25
Mary Lutz, Marion 19
Harry McRoy, Marion 18
Cora Emery, Marion 19
Harvey Fearn, Rock Springs, Wyoming 23
Helen Skeltcher, Herrin 18
Arthur Des Camp, Johnston City 44
Zena Seragio, Johnston City 35 September 22. 1921
The funeral of Robert Earl Langenbaugh, 10 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Langenbaugh was held at the family home on West Prairie Street Thursday morning at ten o’clock, conducted by Rev, Joe Meads of Benton. Interment was in the new addition to Maplewood Cemetery. September 22. 1921
Mrs. Charles Clark of St. Louis, who was killed in an auto accident Monday was a cousin of E. E. and J. B. Leach of Marion and a sister-in-law of Rollie Clark of Marion. Mrs. Clark was out driving with her daughter and a friend when her car collided with another car. Funeral services and burial were held in St Louis Wednesday afternoon. September 22, 1921
Arthur Des Camp and Zent Seraglo, both of Johnston City, were united in marriage on Thursday afternoon by Squire George Knight in the county clerk’s office. The groom was born in the mining regions of Northern France, while the bride’s birthplace was in Mons, Belgium. The will make their future home in Johnston City. September 22. 1921
Word was received in Marion on Friday telling of the death on Thursday of Mrs. E. T. Gallagher at a hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The death following a prolonged illness during which time every effort was made to find a more suitable climate and to get the best of physicians. Mrs. Gallagher was a daughter of Mrs. Dan (Mollie) Davis of Chicago, who survives. She was about 50 years of age and is survived by her husband and two sons, Earl G. and Loren Gallagher of Hereford, Texas. The brothers and sisters who survive are Dr. Willie Davis, Dr. Walter Davis and Mrs. Mettie Keith of Beaumont, Texas, Mrs. Gertrude Asby of Joliet and Miss Inez Davis of Chicago. Mrs. Gallagher and the family left Marion about seven years ago on account of their son, Earl’s health. Funeral services are to be held Sunday in Hereford, Texas and interment will be there. September 22. 1921
Murphysboro Era James A Bennett of Carterville aged 68 and Mrs. Alice Bolen of Carbondale, aged 56, were united in marriage by Justice of the Peace Joseph P. Chamberlain on Wednesday. Mr. Bennett is a farmer and they will reside on their farm near Carterville—September 22, 1921
John F. Lee received a telegram Sunday from his son, John H. Lee of Elgin telling of the arrival Saturday at 6:00 p.m. of a seven and one half pound girl. This is the first child of the family. The little one has been named Gwendolyn. September 22, 1921
Marriage Licenses
R. Travelstead, Carrier Mills 21
Ival Lollar, Carrier Mills 18
Au Die Rains, Johnston City 23
Stella Gellinsky, Johnston City 18
Laud Boruman, Marion 20
Ella B. Pulley, Marion 16
William H. Zeigler, Herrin 19
Mable Baxter, Herrin 19 September 22, 1921
The remains of Edmond Chambliss, colored, was shipped to Buena Vista, Tennessee on Sunday. Mr. Chambliss was 61 years of age and had been visiting with a son at Dewmaine. He leaves a widow in Tennessee besides children in this county and Tennessee. I. Chambliss of Marion is a relative. September 26, 1921
Lorene Erwin 11 year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cal Erwin, died on Monday about 10 a.m. from scarlet fever. The little girl took sick on Saturday at 9 p.m. Besides the parents she is survived by three brothers and sisters, these are Leon, aged 8, Evelyn aged 6 and Hazel, aged 4. The father is an employee of the Marion & Eastern Illinois. Funeral services at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Maplewood Cemetery. September 27, 1921
A seven and three quarter pound girl was born on September 20th to Mr. and Mrs. Glen Weatherford of East Reeves Street. This is the first child of the family and has been named Gwendolyn. September 27, 1921
Arnold View William Beltz and Dessie Walls another couple decided to try life’s voyage of matrimony the other day and soon they were linked together in the holy bond, which collectively brings them into a new career of life’s pilgrimage. We wish them God speed with much happiness and prosperity. September 27, 1921
Little Mary C. White, eight months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thurman White living five miles southeast of Marion died at 6 a.m. Wednesday from cholera infantum. The child had only been sick a few days. She was born on February 19th and besides the parents is survived by these brothers and sister, George, Howard, Lucile and Edith White. Funeral services at 2:30 Thursday at Shiloh Church. September 28, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whiteside and children, Earl, Ruth and Ivalele, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Lacey and Mr. and Mrs. Duff Roberts were called to Desoto Wednesday afternoon on account of the death of Mrs. Whiteside’s father, Mr. Broadway, who was killed by a train there. September 29, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Peteo Luvich, Johnston City 24
Autane Lakatie, Johnston City 23
Nicoli Rodi, Bush 34
Rosa Varacoli, Bush 30 September 29, 1921
Leonard Howard Martin, son of Leonard Martin, colored, died at the home, 606 South Liberty at 1 a.m. Wednesday. The baby was 8 months old and was the only child in the family. Mr. Martin is employed by Lough and Sons and was formerly a local restaurant cook. He is best known as “Shine Broad.” September 29, 1921
Jack Cusson of Johnston City and Miss Edith Rodden of the same city were united in marriage on Friday morning by Dr. J. W. Cummins. Witnesses were Henry Cusson and Miss Lillian Rodden. September 30, 1921
A nine-pound boy was born Thursday to Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Brown of Ozark. This is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Hilda Reynolds, of Marion. September 30, 1921
Marriage Licenses
Jack Cusson, Johnston City 28
Edith Rodden, Johnston City 24
Paul Baga, Bush 28
Barsoni Antonietta, Bush 22 September 30, 1921
Mrs. Edith Elizabeth Duke, widow of Edward Duke, died at her home 808 North Carbon Street on Thursday evening. Mrs. Duke was born in Crab Orchard on June 6, 1843 and at the time of her death was 78 years, 3 months and 23 days of age. She was united in marriage with George Duke on April 7, 1863 and two children, George M Duke and Mrs. Drew Reynold of Marion survive. She was the last of 12 children. The funeral of her brother was the first funeral held in the Goddard Chapel after its completion. The deceased was a member of the Davis Prairie Church and had also been a member of the Rebekah Lodge for 25 years. Her father, Hamilton Corder, was one of the first settlers in this county. Funeral services conducted by the Rebekah Lodge on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Goddard Chapel with interment at Rosehill Cemetery. September 30, 1921
Probate Court
Mary Wright presented a petition in probate court asking that she be appointed conservator of the estate of Sam Wright, insane. Bond was duly filed and approved in the sum of $150 and letters of administration ordered issued to the said Mary Wright. September 30, 1921
(Extracted from microfilm by Mary Jo Moore, published in Bits of News, Vol. 2)