1906

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"The Kinmundy Express"; Kinmundy, Illinois; F.O. GRISSOM, Editor and Publisher

Jan. 4, 1906:

- H.G. PHILLIPS: Henry Gillard PHILLIPS was born in Christian County, near Taylorville, Illinois, Sept. 29, 1870. He was married to Miss Ellen Lee _______ and to this union eight children were born, two having died in infancy. About six years ago, he professed faith in Christ and united with the Christian church. He departed this life Dec. 30, aged 35 years, 3 months. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife and six children, a father and five brothers. After religious services at his late residence Sunday afternoon consisting of some very beautiful songs a Scripture lesson, prayer and a few remarks by Rev. John BALLANCE, the body was laid to rest in the city cemetery.

- Discovered Escaping Gas. A Peculiar Discovery Made in the Public Highway seven miles west of Kinmundy. People Greatly Excited. Yesterday George H. CONANT, a prosperous farmer residing west of this city, was driving along the public highway seven miles west of this city and he heard a roaring and rumbling noise and for sometime he was unable to determine what it was, but upon investigation, he found places in the road where the water was bubbling and boiling as if it was in a kettle with hot fire under it. Mr. CONANT observed his discovery for a few minutes and then went to a nearby farm house and told what he had found and in company with some other parties. They returned and dug a hole in the ground about two feet deep and the roaring sound got louder and could be heard several hundred yards. Today the situation remains the same and it is the opinion of many that a short distance under the surface gas and oil will be discovered in immense quantities. This place is a mile south and a half mile west of the gas well on Henry HOLT’s farm that was discovered a few months ago.

- Mrs. E.J. TURNER and Mrs. F.M. COLLINS of Etbon, Kan., are here visiting their sister, Mrs. J.W. BARROW.

- Henry D. COLEMAN and wife left Tuesday morning for their home in Pittsburg, Pa., after a week’s visit in this city with his mother, Mrs. Henry COX.

- Mrs. Frank HUMPHREY went to Edgewood Monday morning to attend the funeral of her mother.

Jan. 11, 1906:

- GRAY-MUCK: On Tuesday, Jan. 8^th, at the residence of and by Rev. J.H. BALLANCE, Mr. Robert GRAY, and Miss Louisa MUCK, both of Tonti, were united in marriage. They arrived in Kinmundy on the morning train, procured a rig at SMITH’s livery and were accompanied by Mrs. Stella BALLANCE. After the ceremony a repast prepared by Mesdames Emma and Stella BALLANCE, was enjoyed and the afternoon spent socially, when they returned to Kinmundy and took the train for Tonti. The bride is the eldest daughter of Jacob MUCK, of Tonti, formerly of Lebanon, Ill. The groom has been employed at the Borden farm for a number of years. These two young people have a large circle of friends who wish them unbounded happiness.

- Lester News: Rev. LAWRENCE spent last Sunday with Willie GARRETT and family.

- Lester News: Robert QUAYLE, the Lester school teacher, reports a good attendance of scholars, all doing well in their studies. Mr. QUAYLE is the best teacher we have had at Lester and is well liked by all the scholars and the community.

- Lester News: A box supper was held at Arnold Chapel Saturday night under the auspices of Alf DUKES and Miss Edith ARNOLD. Will JONES was the auctioneer. A good crowd was present considering the bad roads and all present spent a very pleasant evening.

- Lester News (written for last week): Mr. and Mrs. Claude DOOLEN have returned from their wedding trip to Chicago, and Claude has resumed his duties on the mail route. Their many friends extend congratulations.

- Lester News (written for last week): Miss Pearl EAGAN, one of Chicago’s most industrious young ladies has been spending the holidays here with her sister, Mrs. Hen JONES and family and visiting among her friends. She has worked her way up to a responsible position with Geo. B. PETTY & Son, of Chicago.

- Lester News (written for last week): Dan ARNOLD has returned from Oklahoma where he has brought 160 acres of good land for $15 per acre, three miles from a good sized town.

- Lester News (written for last week): C.C. ARNOLD, late of Lester, has a good position with Hibber, Spencer, Barlet & Co. largest hardware house in the world in Chicago.

- Lester News (written for last week): Reports from L. Frank LOWE and wife, of Georgetown, Washington, says their baby boy is doing fine. Frank is an industrious upright young man and their many friends extend congratulations and wish them success in far away Wash. where they have gone to make their home.

- Lester News (written for last week): A New Years letter from Ivy GARRETT, formerly of Lester, but now Postal Clerk in the Chicago Postoffice, states that he and his mother are well.

- Lester News (written for last week): George B. BRATCHER, of Waynesville, spent the holiday season with Mr. and Mrs. John BRATCHER, and among his many friends here, who were all pleased to see him again.

- Lester News (written for last week): George B. BRATCHER entertained Selby GARRETT, Monroe LANSFORD, Artie CHICK, Henry ABENDROTH, Frank V. ARNOLD, and Edd ABENDROTH of St. Peter last Sunday evening with music.

- Lester News (written for last week): John Mass ARNOLD has returned south after an extended visit here with relatives and friends.

- Lester News (written for last week): Grant ARNOLD and wife gave a New Years dance to their many young friends Monday night, which was enjoyed very much by all present, who were Misses Buelah and Edith ARNOLD, Bertha and Mable DOOLEN, May MEADOWS, Leona and Ilma DAVIDSON, Jessie and Jennie RUSE, and Oley GREEN, Frank QUAYLE, Frank V. ARNOLD, Ely ROBB, Selby and Berthal GARRETT, Sam ARNOLD, George and Jimmie SHAW, Fred and Floyd LITTLE, Chester and Orville DOOLEN, Fred LAWRENCE, Bob DAVIDSON, Ben MARTIN, Geo. HATHAWAY, Frank ROUSE, and Mr. and Mrs. TUCKER.

- In this issue we announce the name of Geo. B. SIMCOX as a candidate for Sheriff of Marion county subject to the democratic primary election to be held Saturday, April 28^th, 1906. Mr. SIMCOX was born in Kentucky, June 9, 1864 and with his father’s family in 1866 moved to this county and settled near where the Foster townhouse now stands, shortly afterwards removing to Patoka where they have ever since resided. At an early age George entered the service of the I.C.R.R. company and for several years served as trainman and telegrapher and afterwards was connected with some Western roads. Ten years ago he returned to Patoka and engaged in the mercantile business, but in a few months after this venture, he was put out of business by a disastrous fire. He served for four years as supervisor of Patoka township, and in 1902, was made chairman of the county democratic central committee and these offices he filled with honor to himself and the people. In the fall of 1902, he was appointed Deputy Sheriff, which place he has since filled and his excellent services there makes him well qualified entitled to the position he now seeks and his party will make no mistake in placing him in this important office.

Jan. 18, 1906:

- A Happy Surprise: The home of F.W. KILLIE and wife was the scene of much merriment Tuesday evening. It being the wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. KILLIE, the "Thimble Club" with their husbands planned to surprise them and, with their usual silence (?) appeared at their home at 7:30. The evening was spent playing Flinch, Pitt Flags, etc.; the company regaling themselves, meanwhile, upon fruits supplied by their hospitable host. The company dispursed wishing them many such anniversaries, leaving them a small token of their visit and felling that another delightful evening had been added to the many enjoyed by this Club since its organization. - Rev. FANNON Returned: At a recent meeting of the official board of the Christian Church, Rev. F.O. FANNON was unanimously elected to the pastorate for the year 1906 at an advance in salary of $104. From the throngs that have gathered to hear Rev. FANNON recently it would indicate that the board made no mistake. (*)

- Lester News: Rev. FYKE preached an excellent sermon at Arnold Chapel Sunday. There will be services next Sunday at 11 a.m.

- Lester News: Will JONES and Monroe LANSFORD had good luck hunting Saturday night.

- Lester News: Lafe BASSETT and wife, Tom JONES, Jimmie and George SHAW, and Frank V. ARNOLD visited with Avill JONES and wife Sunday.

- Lester News: Miss Cliffie LANSFORD visited Miss Bessie JONES Sunday.

- Lester News: Selby GARRETT visited Monroe LANSFORD Sunday.

- Lester News: Mr. and Mrs. Ras ARNOLD visited Dan ARNOLD and wife last week.

- Lester News: Jimmie G. ARNOLD is J.T. ARNOLD’s son, his brother-in-law and his fourth cousin. Question - what relation is Darrell Wesley to his grandfather?

- Mrs. Elsie WEESE, widow of the late Geo. WEESE, and J.F. KELLOGG, both of St. Louis, were married Monday, the 15^th. The bride is quite well known here and her many friends extend congratulations.

- Ike PRUDEN and wife and daughter, Mrs. Harry T. WEST, were in Odin and Iuka yesterday attending the funeral of Mrs. PRUDEN’s father Wm. BRADLEY, who died at his home near Odin Monday night, aged 85 years.

Jan. 25, 1906:

- A Double Wedding: On last Thursday evening Frank REESE and Miss Martha CONANT and Ira D. CONANT and Miss Hattie B. HARVEY, all of this vicinity, went to Salem and were united in marriage at the parsonage of the M.E. church by the Rev. J.G. TUCKER. These young people are well known by Kinmundy people and all wish them a happy voyage through life.

- Left For Louisiana: Tuesday evening ex-mayor Leander C. MATTHEWS departed for Monroe, La., where he will engage in the lumber and timber business. Mr. MATTHEWS has been engaged in business in this city for a number of years and during that time he has worked untiringly for the interests and upbuilding of Kinmundy. He has made hosts of warm friends in this city and surrounding country and all regret to have him engage in business elsewhere. He will not remove his family from this city and expects to return home every few weeks.

- A Farmer Arrested: Henry LAMKIN, a farmer residing six miles east of this city, was arrested Sunday afternoon and brought to this city and landed in jail, where he remained till Monday when he was released on a hundred dollar bond for his appearance next Saturday. The states warrant was sworn out by Constable A.G. PORTER, who charges LAMKIN with taking one bird dog belonging to PORTER. It seems from what we can learn, that the accused took the dog and give it to his son at Flora, who disposed of it. The member of the canine family is quite valuable and is prized very highly by Mr. PORTER, he having refused $35 for it. While the result of the case can not be determined at this time, it is rumored that it may possibly be compromised upon the return of the dog. LAMKIN will be remembered by many, as he is the one that sold the quails here last fall, and turned state’s evidence against the purchasers.

- Lester News: Jones J. ARNOLD has counted up 21 buyers for his home place with some good offers. He is thinking of selling and going to Oklahoma.

- Lester News: Sam ARNOLD and Miss Isabel NICHOLS were married Wednesday at Vandalia. The bride is a beautiful and charming young lady and worthy of the hand she obtained in marriage. The groom is one of our most industrious and ambitious young farmers and is well respected by all who know him. Their many friends extend congratulations. We welcome Mrs. ARNOLD into the ARNOLD family.

- Lester News: Theodore GARRETT was in Vernon last week on business.

- Lester News: Monroe ARNOLD has been visiting in this vicinity with relatives.

- Lester News: Sam ARNOLD was good to the boys at his chivari as he coughed up a 5 spot for them to have a good time on. It was not his fault that the Lester boys did not get their money’s worth.

- 66^th Birthday: Mrs. James COCKRELL entertained about 30 friends on Friday, Jan. 19 in honor of her husband’s 66^th birthday anniversary. The occasion was a complete surprise to him as he supposed the preparations being made were for the daughter to entertain company. Mr. COCKRELL enjoyed the day very much. It was thought by all present that he could make a speech anywhere, from the home literary to the halls of Congress, and they were astonished when he, being presented with a beautiful rocking chair, broke down. But he soon rallied and expressed his appreciation for the gift and the good will of his friends and neighbors. After spending a very pleasant day in social conversation and music, both vocal and instrumental, the company departed wishing Mr. COCKRELL many more such happy anniversaries.

- W. Smith CONANT is the happiest man in Kinmundy township this stormy weather. Since he has installed the new heating plant in his residence, he only comes to town once a week. He says the new heating plant is working fine and the whole family is in a good humor as the question of building fires has been laid on the shelf. Mr. CONANT has otherwise improved the interior of his residence and now he has everything more convenient.

- A fine boy arrived at the home of Wilbur SMITH and wife Sunday morning.

- Farina Express: John FORD was up from Alma a few days ago on business and pleasure.

- Farina Express: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. COOLEY are the possessors of a fine large girl born Monday.

Feb. 1, 1906:

- Obituary: Mary Jane BARROW was born in Kingston, Mo., Nov. 1, 1886, and father died when she was only two years of age. She came with her mother to Illinois where she grew to womanhood. She was educated in the Kinmundy public school; was united in marriage to W.T. JONES of St. Louis in 1898; to this union two sons were born. She professed a religious faith and was a member of the Baptist Church. She died Monday, Jan. 15, 1906 at 9 o’clock in St. Louis, and the body brought here for burial. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.H. BALLANCE and the body laid to rest in the Eastland Cemetery. She leaves to mourn their loss a husband, 2 sons, mother, 4 brothers, and a host of relatives and friends.

- A Former Kinmundyan Dead: Harlan CROSSETT, who for many years resided one miles south of this city, died at his home at Covert, Mich. Saturday, Jan. 27^th, aged 68 years. He has been failing in health for several years, and for many months has been almost helpless, having suffered from paralysis. Mr. C. was well and favorably known in Marion county. He was a man exceptionally well informed on subjects of general interest. He was strongly identified with matters of local importance, and zealous in the accomplishment of what he believed public interests demanded, a man of strong personalities and forceful character as strong in his expressions of appreciation of sincerity and true manhood as in denouncing trickery and chicanary. He could be depended upon to follow his convictions of right regardless of consequences. He is a brother of Lloyd CROSSETT near this city and is survived by a wife and two sons.

- Basket Factory Sold: Some weeks ago, F.A. PRUETT & Son sold their interest in the PRUETT SNELLING Package Co., in this city, to John MOTCH, and on last Friday on deal was closed between Mr. SNELLING and Mr. MOTCH in which the latter became sole owner of the plant. Mr. MOTCH informs us that he expects to add a new boiler and some other new machinery and then he will push the business for all there is in it. In the near future he expects to put in some machinery for making other kinds of packages and then he will be enabled to run the factory almost the entire year. He has procured the services of Mr. SNELLING for this season and he thoroughly understands the fruit package industry from start to finish.

- HASELDEN-DAVIS: Sunday evening, Jan. 28, 1906, at 6:30 o’clock at the home of Rev. G.W. SCAWTHON, Mr. D.R. HASELDEN and Miss Junia DAVIS were united in marriage, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Mr. SCAWTHON. The bride has made her home with her aunt, Mrs. A. MILLICAN, in this city, since childhood. For several years she has been employed in Miss M.A. SONGER’s dry goods store. The community recognizes the many estimable qualities of the young lady and she is universally loved and respected. Mr. HASELDEN, the groom, is known by the community as he has held the position as clerk in the C.B. ROHRBOUGH clothing and shoe store for the past year. The couple has the best wishes of a host of friends and their desire is that their lives may be flooded with happiness.

- H. LAMKIN Released: The trial of the State vs. Henry LAMKIN in Squire ROTAN’s court last Saturday attracted a great deal of attention and the court room was crowded throughout the proceedings. The state was represented by Attorney HUGGINS and the defense by Attorney DONOVAN. LAMKIN was charged with taking a bird dog belonging to A.G. PORTER, but the complaining witness could not produce enough evidence against the defendant to demand a conviction and he was released. The trial occupied the whole afternoon and the arguments of the attorneys were heard after supper.

- A fine baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O.L. EIKENBERRY and wife Sunday evening.

- Wm. CLOW and family and Wesley CLOW and family and Chas. CLOW and wife went to Alma this morning to attend the funeral of Earl CLOW who died Tuesday night after a two weeks illness. He died at the home of Robt. MALONE and the funeral services as held at the residence this morning at ten o’clock and interment made in the Martin Cemetery.

- Farina Express: Mr. SATTERLEE celebrated his 79^th birthday Tuesday by giving a family dinner.

- Farina Express: C.R. DAVIS spent a couple days with his daughters recently and celebrated his 61^st birthday.

Feb. 8, 1906:

- RAMEY-BRAUNICK: Last Monday morning at 9:30, a quiet wedding occurred at the home of Mrs. Dora BRENNER, the contracting parties being Mr. Harry M. RAMEY of Little Rock, Ark., and Miss Bessie A. BRAUNICK, of the same city, Rev. N.D. SWEENEY, of the M.E. church, officiating. The bride is a niece of Mrs. BRENNER, and is well known in this city and has a large circle of friends, among whom she is quite popular. The groom is state manager of one of the large insurance companies and enjoys an enviable place in business circles. The happy couple departed on the ten o’clock train for New York City and other places of interests, after which they will return to Little Rick, where they will reside.

- An Early Blaze: Monday morning at 7 o’clock, the fire bell was sounded and it was reported that the Kinmundy Hotel, occupied by I.D. LEAR, was on fire. The citizens responded to the call and it was but a short time till the flames were extinguished. The fire originated from a defective flue in the room occupied by Dug FREEMAN and he is the one that discovered the fire. The fire department had the engine out in a very short time after the alarm was given, but ice soon froze in the nozzle of the hose and the bucket brigade had to do most of the work. The loss to the building and contents is estimated at about $75 and it is very fortunate that it is not more.

- Obituary: Early F. CLOW was born in Kinmundy, Illinois on Feb. 18, 1880 and died Jan. 31, 1906, aged 25 years, 11 months and 19 days. He was the youngest son of W.M. CLOW and wife of this city. He was married to Miss Nora MALONE of Alma, on Dec. 9, 1901; to this union three children were born. He was sick but a short time and his death was a sad shock to his family. Early was taught from infancy to be devotional and his life is an open book to the public. He will be missed so much by the lone one at home and by his many friends. He told his mother that he was ready and willing to go. The pallbearers consisted of his six brothers, T.H. CLOW of Joliet; J.R. CLOW of Alma; J.G. CLOW of Centralia; B.W. CLOW of Rock Island, C.S. and W.M. CLOW of Kinmundy. The funeral services were conducted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. MALONE on Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. by Rev. J.H. BALLANCE after which his remains were laid to rest in the Martin Cemetery 2½ miles west of Alma. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife, three children, father, mother, six brothers, three sisters.

- Farina Express: Mrs. ZINN’s 53^rd birthday was celebrated last Friday by some relatives and friends.

- Farina Express: The Farina Cannery was organized Monday by the election of the following directors: T. ZINN, Carl SCHWABE, M.L. SABIN, A. WHITFORD, and C.W. MAXON.

- Advertisement: WILLIAMS & LACEY, Restaurant and Confectionery. Meals, Lunches, and Sandwiches, Hot or Cold. Fancy Creams, Made to Order. Paper Napkins, Nuts, Fruits and Candies. Fresh Pies every day. Pop Corn, Cracker Jack, Salted and Roasted, Peanuts, Cream and Brick Cheese, Etc. Call and see us. Kinmundy Restaurant.

Feb. 15, 1906:

- CHANCE-LOGAN: At the Southern Methodist church in this city on Monday Feb. 12^th, 1906, Mr. Bert D. CHANCE of near Tonti, and Miss Ethel LOGAN of Patoka Prairie, were united in marriage. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. LOGAN and is well and favorably known in Patoka township and is a model young lady and by reason of her sweet disposition is much admired by her many friends, both young and old. Mr. CHANCE is one of Marion county’s enterprising young farmers and for his many good qualities is held in high esteem by all who know him. Their host of friends join in wishing them much happiness in their voyage over life’s sea.

- Lester News: Miss Cliffie LANSFORD spent Sunday with Miss Nellie JONES.

- Lester News: The many friends here of Mr. and Mrs. Noll JONES of Mt. Vernon, sympathize with them in the loss of their little son, Everett.

- Lester News: School closed here last Friday with a pleasant afternoon and an eloquent address by the teacher, Robt. QUAYLE, and a good treat for all. Mr. QUAYLE has been a faithful efficient teacher and we are sorry to lose him. The visitors were Theodore and Frank V. ARNOLD and Misses Elsie LOWE, Delsie STEELE and Nora HOLT.

- Lester News: For the benefit of those who have moved far away from Lester and others not familiar with its growth, we will state that we can now boast of a church, school house, department store, two rural routes, two hay presses, a squire, one soldier boy, one newspaper correspondent, two telephone bobblers, one traveling soap man, one physician, and many hunters headed by the Big Chief in our vicinity.

- Lester News (written for last week): Elmer ARNOLD and wife and Orie ARNOLD, wife and little daughter, Florence, spent last Thursday with Geams ARNOLD and wife.

- Lester News (written for last week): Dan ARNOLD and family have moved to Oklahoma. We wish them success in their new home.

- James C. COLE Dead: Hopeful and brave unto the last, Judge James C. COLE, a member of the local bar association, died at 6 o’clock on Saturday evening of Bright’s disease of the kidneys. Attended by a few friends the end came quietly and the physicians, realizing that death was only a matter of days, had telegraphed for his wife in Denver. Her arrival is expected this evening. His only son, Waldo C. COLE, a student in the Berkeley University, California, is also expected. The disposal of the remains will be decided upon on their arrival. Judge COLE was born in Illinois 48 years ago. As a young man he settled in Southwest City, Missouri where he resided and practiced law for a number of years. In 1895 he moved to Cripple Creek and was elected assistant prosecuting attorney in Colorado’s new mining camp. This office he filled satisfactorily and with the beginning of the strike times in 1904. He then moved to Denver where he resided until the Goldfield excitement begun. He arrived here about a year ago and during his stay has made many friends. His kindly ways and natural good fellowship with all whom he came in contact, combined with an inborn integrity and honesty of purpose, caused all who knew him to grieve the loss. He was a member of the local order of Odd Fellows and also belonged to the Woodman of the World, Camp 157 Cripple Creek. A committee of the bar association has been appointed to draw a set of resolutions regretting his death and his many lodge friends will meet at his bier. Besides his legal practice during his residence in Goldfield he also became interested in several mining properties. As president of the Red Mountain Gold Mining company he was very active in arranging and promulgating the driving of a long tunnel on the company’s property near Diamondfield. (Goldfield, Nev. Sun). Mr. COLE is well known here, having formerly resided west of this city, and is a brother-in-law of David HEADLEY.

- Chas. W. WITWER has sold his interest in the grain, hay and implement business of WITWER & BALLANCE to W.S. CONANT and Chas. will now devote his entire time to the real estate business. Mr. CONANT has put his son George in charge of his interests and the new firm name will be BALLANCE & CONANT, and they will continue the business at the old stand.

Feb. 22, 1906:

- To Be Voted On: The proposition to establish a Township High School in Kinmundy township will be submitted to the voters at the spring election. It is certainly a proposition worthy of your careful consideration. Such an institution would better our educational facilities and cause more young people to take advantage of school. It would be like bringing a college within the reach of every boy and girl in Kinmundy township. Under existing circumstances only one boy or girl whose parents are rich can afford to leave home and attend college, while a township high school puts an education in the reach of the wage earner and the common citizen as well. A Township High School will bring a desirable class of citizens into the community; families of means, intelligence and refinement will be attracted by the school. Real estate throughout the Township will increase in value. Now will you not help in this great work of bringing the means of an advanced education to the door of every farmer, day laborer, mechanic, business and professional man in the township? There are more than 30 township high schools all ready established with an enrollment of over 5,000 students who are thus receiving a college education and are yet under the parental roof and not subject to the pitfalls of college life away from father and mother. Are you a friend of the many country boys and girls who are striving so earnestly to get an education? Would you like to put a college training in the reach of the honest laborer whose son or daughter has an education? Then give the Township High School proposition your support and its civilizing influence and the praises of the rising generation will be your reward.

- Thos. DAY Insane: For the past several weeks, Thomas DAY, a prominent citizen of Alma, has been mentally deranged and it had been arranged to take him to the hospital at Anna Tuesday morning for treatment. Monday night he was being guarded by four men, but in some way the demented man made his escape from the house. A search was commenced at once and continued all day Tuesday, but no trace of him could be found. About one o’clock Wednesday morning Mr. DAY returned to his home in a very critical condition physically. He had been out in the heavy rain and was chilled almost to death. He has now been taken to Anna for treatment. Mr. DAY is highly esteemed by all who know him and it is hoped by all that he will soon recover and return to his home.

- Omega Weddings: Mr. George LONNON and Miss Bessie SCHOOLEY, both of Omega, were untied in marriage at the home of the bride last evening.

- On Sunday evening, February 11, at 7 o’clock, occurred the wedding of Mr. John BAKER and Miss Amy SOUTHWARD, at the home of the bride’s brother, A.A. SOUTHWARD, Rev. J.W. SIMERS performing the ceremony. After the ceremony an elegant supper was served to the many guests.

- Wedding Announced: Mr. John RETHORN and Miss Mary RUBIN, both residing northwest of this city, have announced their marriage to take place in the German church at St. Paul next Sunday. They expect to reside on the farm of J.L. DAVIS, one mile and a half north of this city.

- Mrs. Lenore PURCELL: Lenore GUNN was born at Richview, Ill., Sept. 7, 1850. She was the second daughter of John C. and Caroline GUNN. The family was composed of five girls and three boys. Two of her brothers have died leaving but one brother, Dan, who is in St. Louis sick and thus unable to attend the funeral. This death is the first break in the circle of five sisters, three of whom Mrs. M. MAXON of St. Louis; Mrs. W.W. NEIL of Kinmundy; and Mrs. A.C. BARNES of Centralia were present at the funeral; one sister, Mrs. B.E. BALDWIN is in Hoquain, Wash., too far away to be able to attend. She was married to Edward H. PURSELL April 25, 1866, in Centralia, Ill. They resided in Galesburg and other points for several years, finally settling in St. Louis, where the last twenty-five years of her life were spent. To them were born six children, four daughters and two sons. One daughter and one son have preceded her in death leaving three daughters and one son: Mrs. Edwin DYER, Mrs. Scott SHELLY; Miss Fannie PURSELL, and John Dates PURSELL, all of St. Louis. Also four grandchildren, Sadie and Alice DYER, Bessie and Edwin SHELLEY. Her husband died 16 years ago and was brought here for burial as were also their son and daughters. Her death occurred Friday, Feb. 16, 1906, at the age of 56 years, 5 months and 9 days. She was a member of the Compton Heights Christian church, the pastor of which Rev. F.N. CALVIN, held services at the home of the deceased, assisted by the members of the Eastern Star, of which she was a member, on Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. The remains were brought to Kinmundy Monday night. On Tuesday burial services were held at the home of W.W. NEIL and wife. Appropriate music was rendered by a trio of ladies from the M.E. church choir composed of Misses Alta BAGOTT, Bertha STEUBER and Mattie PRUETT, Rev. N.D. SWEENY of the M.E. church, delivered the sermon from S. John 14: 1-2-3. W.W. LOWE, Thos. BAGOTT, Chas. ROHRBOUGH, J.W. WILSON, O.N. TYNER, and R.P. McBRYDE were pallbearers. Interment was made in our city cemetery and the grave completely hidden amid the most beautiful floral offerings.

- Farina Express: Mrs. P.S. PARRILL died at her home in this city Wednesday morning. The funeral will be held at the M.E. church Friday morning at 11 o’clock conducted by Rev. J.W. WESTCOTT, of Xenia, assisted by Rev. V.W. THRALL, of this city. She leaves to mourn her departure two sons, six daughters and a host of other relatives and friends.

- Farina Express: Mrs. Edith CARROLL MARTIN of Michigan, arrived here last evening to visit her parents, B.N. CARROLL and wife.

- Farina Express: J.M. WILLIAMS and wife of Kinmundy, attended the funeral of his sister, Mrs. B.N. ANGLIN, Tuesday afternoon.

- Farina Express: Mrs. B.N. ANGLIN died at her home in this place Monday evening after a prolonged illness of cancer. The funeral service was held Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock.

- Farina Express (written for last week): J.T. HANBAUM and Mrs. Heneretta MYERS were married last week.

- Mrs. Peter S. PARRILL, of Farina died at 9 o’clock yesterday morning and the funeral services will be held at the M.E. church in Farina conducted by Rev. J.W. WESTCOTT and assisted by Rev. V.W. THRALL.

- In this issue we announce the name of Harper T. SWEENY of Salem as a candidate for treasurer of Marion county, subject to the will of the democratic voters. Mr. S. is a "Kinmundy boy" having resided here several years ago and he is well and favorably known by our citizens , especially the older ones. He has made a success in life and makes friends where ever he goes. As to the office he seeks, he is amply able to fill the place with credit to himself and the county and earnestly solicits your support.

- Mrs. Wm. HERSIG and little son of Nashville, Tenn., arrived in this city Tuesday morning to visit her brother, R.P. McBRYDE, and wife.

- W.H. GRAY has traded the opera house building to J.A. HUTTON for the John C. WILSON farm, three and a half miles south of this city. Mr. HUTTON and family will soon move to this city to reside.

March 1, 1906:

- A Farina Citizen: Miss Nancy JONES was born in Gentryville, Ind., July 18, 1836. While a child, she came with her parents to Illinois. In the year 1855 on the 24^th day of May she was married to Mr. Peter Switzer PARRILL, and to this union 11 children were born, three of whom died in early childhood. The remaining eight survive. They are F.M. PARRILL of Glasco, Mo.; G. __ PARRILL of Washington, Ind.; Mrs. _____ SMITH and Mrs. Minnie SIPLE, of ______; Mrs. Annie RICHARDSON of Hammond, La.; Miss Elizabeth PARRILL of Vincennes, Ind.; Mrs. Jennie HOHLT and Miss Lillian PARRILL of Farina. The greater portion of her married life was spent in Iuka. In 1892 the family home was changed to Farina. The past few years marked the decline of her strength. Her last illness was of about six weeks duration. On Wednesday Feb. 21^st, 1906, at 8:40 a.m. the chariot swung low and she was born to the many mansions of her Father. Her life was one unusual cheerfulness and sweetness. She leaves an honored and respected family. Her circle of friends was limited only by the number of her acquaintances. She lived a consistent Christian life from the age of 13 years. In early life she was a member of the M.E. church, but in later years united with the M.E. church South in which fellowship she remained until her departure.

- Last Saturday, a fine 8 lb. boy arrived at the home of Harry G. WHITSON and wife in St. Louis.

- Wm. HERSIG of Memphis arrived in this city Friday evening to spend a few days. He was accompanied home by his wife who had been visiting her brother, R.P. McBRYDE and wife.

- Farina Express: Mrs. Emogene FORD has gone to Enfield to visit her son, Will.

- Farina Express: Friends of Mr. and Mrs. E.G. CROSLEY celebrated their 10^th wedding anniversary

Friday.

- Farina Express: Eugene FORD was in town a few days ago.

- Wm. And Leonard JONES, Mrs. FYKE and Mrs. KENNEDY, of Iuka, were in this city last Friday attending the funeral of their sister, Mrs. P.S. PARRILL.

March 8, 1908:

- Fruit Growers Elect: The annual meeting of the Kinmundy Fruit Growers & Shippers Association was held in the K. of P. hall last Friday and the following officers elected for the ensuing year: D.C. BEAVER - President; John LENHART - Vice President; G.W. SNELLING - Secretary; John MOTCH - Treasurer; J.A. BAYLIS and W.H. MEEKS - Directors. Quite a large number of the members were in attendance and the meeting was very spirited at times.

- Lester News: Mrs. Sam ARNOLD is still receiving wedding presents, one coming from J.T. MORGAN, Gillette, Wyo., and presents by mail from J.B. MORGAN in Honolulu, who is in charge of the U.S. Government Iolani T.H. College of that place.

- Lester News: Orie ARNOLD and wife, Mrs. Marie STORMENT and Mrs. Mate ADKINS visited Theodore GARRETT last Wednesday evening and were entertained with some excellent

music by Emma, Bethel and Claude GARRETT.

- Lester News: Eli ROBB and Selby GARRETT attended a dance in Patoka last week.

- Lester News: Monroe LANSFORD makes regular trips to St. Paul now.

- Lester News: Mrs. Marie STORMENT closed a successful term of school at North Fork last week. An excellent program was rendered. The following pupils had been neither absent nor tardy during the term: Ruby, Lotta, Dorothy, Willie, Frank, Bryan and Minnie DOOLEN, Laura and Esta GARRETT, Allie JONES. The visitors present were Ed DOOLEN and wife, Emmit JONES and wife, J.G. ARNOLD, wife, and baby, Orie ARNOLD, wife and baby, Theo. GARRETT and wife, Dock ADKINS and wife, Sam MORRIS and wife, Charles DOOLEN and wife, Ben and Eli DOOLEN, Eli ROBB, Frank V. ARNOLD, Selby GARRETT, Ovin and Fred HEADLEY, Misses Cordelia PIERSON, Emma GARRETT and Bessie JONES, Mrs. Willie GARRETT, Mrs. Mate ADKINS, Kate and Bett ADKINS, Mrs. Mag DOOLEN, Wes MORGAN, Mrs. F.M. ROBB, Maggie PIERSON, Fred JONES, Albert SHERWOOD, Earl BUNDY, Mrs. Henry MILLER, Gene HEADLEY, Mrs. Mable JONES, and Pid GARRETT.

- Lester News (written for last week): School closed at the Doolen school last Friday with spelling bee. The teacher Ethel JOHNSON is well liked by all. The scholars highest in their studies were Carl and Bertha DOOLEN, Harry MEADOWS, Beulah ARNOLD and Maggie STEEL. The visitors were Mr. JOHNSON, Frank V. ARNOLD, Mesdames Mable JONES, Pearl and Mag DOOLEN.

- Lester News (written for last week): Eli and Thurman ROBB made a business trip to Chicago this week. Eli had one of his fine teams shipped up there and sold for $400.

- Walter L. WEISE and wife of Winslow, Ariz., are rejoicing over the arrival of a little son at their home on Friday Feb. 23. Mrs. WEISE formerly Miss May PIERSON, will be remembered by many in this city as she spent two seasons in the millinery department of M.A. SONGER’s dry goods store.

- The body of Mrs. Louisa HATFIELD, of Centralia, arrived here last Saturday morning and was taken to the Elder cemetery in Meacham township for burial. She formerly resided in that neighborhood and was well known there. The remains were accompanied her by her son-in-law, Joseph TATE.

- Farina Express: The friends of T.P. ANDREWS and wife celebrated their 40^th wedding anniversary Wednesday, the 7^th inst. Mr. and Mrs. ANDREWS have resided here 40 years and quite a number of people who came here about the time they did, were present at the celebration to express a continuation of old time friendship.

March 15, 1906:

- BOYD-DENISON: A quiet wedding was celebrated at the M.E. parsonage last Thursday evening the contracting parties being Mr. Charles BOYD and Miss Edith A. DENISON. The impressive ring ceremony, uniting these young hearts for life’s journey, was performed by Rev. N.D. SWEENEY at 7:30 p.m. The attendants were Mr. Claude WILKINSON and Miss Estella DENNISON, the bride’s sister. The bride is daughter of Mrs. A.A. DENNISON, residing a half mile east of Kinmundy and is highly esteemed by all her acquaintances for her superior traits of character and charming disposition. The groom is an industrious and prosperous young farmer of Meacham township, and enjoys the friendship of the best people of the community among whom he is esteemed as an honorable citizen. The Express joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes.

- Farina Express: At the Fruit Shippers’ meeting W.H. GOODRICH was elected loader and Wes WEHE unloader.

- WILKINSON-WILKINSON: Mr. Ellis A. WILKINSON and Miss Hattie WILKINSON were united in marriage at the Southern Methodist parsonage, Tuesday evening, March 13^th, 1906, Rev. S.K. HOGAN performing the ceremony. The bride is the accomplished daughter of Mrs. J.H. WILKINSON and is well known in Meacham township commanding the respect and admiration of all who knew her. The groom is the son of Esq. J.E. WILKINSON, of near Miletus, and is a sturdy, industrious young man whose friend can be counted by the score among his acquaintances. Their many friends join in wishing them a long happy and prosperous life.

- Birthday Surprise: The many friends of Mrs. W. EAGAN gave her a very pleasant surprise Monday evening, March 5, the occasion being her 74^th birthday. The evening was very pleasantly spent. Refreshments were served and the guests retired at a late hour wishing her many more returns of the day. Those present were: O.N. TYNER and wife, G.L. EAGAN and wife, J.W. WILSON and wife, J.F. DONOVAN and wife, John EAGAN and wife. Mesdames J.B. ELDER, L.R. DAVIS, W.W. NEIL, BANDY, Lee HAWORTH, D.C. BEAVER, C.N. NEAVILL, J.W. HAWORTH, Harriett HAWORTH, E.O. KILLIE, E.B. RAY, R.A. PRUETT, Fannie K. EAGAN, D.R. HASELDEN, M. MILLICAN, Misses Lida BEAVER, Bessie KING, Jennie DAVIS, Florence MOTCH, Goldie HOWE, Kittie NEAVILL, Ruth and Harriett HUMPHREY, Maud DAVIS and Master Kleon HAWORTH.

- A new daughter arrived at the home of Harry E. MINER and wife Sunday.

- Thomas ZIMMER of Neoga visited in this city a portion of last week with his brother, P.Q. ZIMMER.

- Raymond CRAIG, one of the popular young men of this city and Miss Mae SKINNER, residing near Kell, were united in the holy bonds of wedlock at the home of the bride on the third inst. They will reside on a farm near Kell so we are informed. The Express joins with their many friends in extending congratulations.

- Lester News: Frank NICHOLS and wife spent Sunday with Theo. ARNOLD and wife.

- Lester News: Miss Jennie LANSFORD is visiting in Kinmundy with Lon HAMMERS and wife.

- Lester News: J.W. ARNOLD, the republican boss of Foster township is busy electioneering this week.

- Lester News: Sam B. EAGAN, the democratic captain of this township is doing some electioneering now.

- Lester News: Dan ARNOLD writes us from Eldorado, Okla., that he is well satisfied with his new farm.

- Lester News: Mrs. C.C. SPENCER, wife of Attorney SPENCER, of Chicago, was down last week with Master Charles D. to attend the golden wedding anniversary of her parents, Richard WILSON and wife at Alma.

March 22, 1906:

- HIDDLESON-WILKINSON: Miss Alice HIDDLESON and Mr. Bert E. WILKINSON were quietly married last home of the bride’s mother in Morrison, Ill., Rev. WENZ, pastor of the M.E. church officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by a small company of relatives and friends of the couple. After the ceremony, a bountiful supper was served and the usual festivities held the attention of the guests throughout the evening. The newly wedded pair arrived in this city Wednesday evening at five o’clock and repaired to the home of the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.T. WILKINSON two miles southeast of this city, where they were given a reception. Mr. WILKINSON and wife will make their future home on the Rhoer or Kline farm, four miles southeast of Kinmundy.

- Lester News: Uncle Ben DOOLEN gave a dehorning party recently, assisted by Theo. And Willie GARRETT, Ed and Charlie DOOLEN and Orie ARNOLD. 38 head of cattle were dehorned in half day.

- Art SPROUSE, formerly of Alma but now of Chester, where he has a position in the State Penitentiary, was greeting old friends in this city past Saturday.

- Mrs. Angeline MARSLAND died at the home of her son, Geo. MARSLAND at Pana, Ill., Tuesday, March 13^th, at the age of 85 years. The body was taken to Dexter, Kansas, the same day for burial. Her husband died some years ago. She formerly resided in this city and was highly respected by all.

- E.G. FORD of Alma was in this city yesterday on business, and while here ordered some printed matter at this office.

- On Thursday, March 8^th a company of friends and neighbors gathered at the home of Hiram HERRICK and wife and gave him a very pleasant surprise in honor of his 77^th birthday. A very enjoyable day was spent by all present.

- The annual commencement exercises of the Kinmundy High School will be held at Gray’s Opera House on the evening of April 11^th. There are four graduates, Miss Clemmie WHITTENBERG, Harry CRAIG, Ben MORGAN and James LOWE. An excellent program is being arranged for the occasion.

- Farina Express: Mrs. Emogene FORD has returned from a visit in Enfield with her son, Will.

March 29, 1906:

- John A. CLAYTOR: John A. CLAYTOR, for many years a resident of this city, died on Monday, March 19^th, at his home in Palco, Rooks County, Kansas, in his 75^th year. He leaves two sons and four daughters to mourn their loss.

- Ellis WAINSCOTT and wife are rejoicing over the arrival of a little son at their home yesterday.

- Presley McHATTON, a prominent farmer residing two miles north of this city, and Mrs. Margaret DALTON, residing near Iuka, were married at the home of Chas. WETTER in this city Tuesday, afternoon at three o’clock, the Rev. S.K. HOGAN, of the M.E. church South, officiating.

- The body of Mrs. Susan A. BROOKING was transferred from the old Pickett cemetery in St. Louis to this cemetery last Saturday. She has been dead over eighteen years, and was the mother of Thos. GUNN of this city, and Mrs. S.E. CARRUTHERS OF Waukegon, Tex.

- Isaac MORRIS, of Mansfield, visited in this city a part of last week with his brother, Wm. H. MORRIS. He resided here 35 years ago and is well known by old settlers.

- J.J. PHILLIPS and wife of Farina, and Mrs. Ben PHILLIPS of this city, went to Mt. Carmel this a.m. to attend the funeral of Mrs. Jas. PHILLIPS who died at her home in St. Louis yesterday. Jas. PHILLIPS is a member of the hardware firm of Phillips Bros. in this city.

- S.L. BUNDY has traded his general merchandise store in the old Haymond Bank Building and his residence property in the Southeast part of town to Chas. W. WITWER for 300 acres of land known as the Henry Hall farm 7 miles south of this city. Mr. BUNDY and family will soon remove to the farm to reside.

- Mrs. Chas. C. FENSTER and little daughter, Zelma, of Okmulgee, Ind. Ter., are visiting in this city with her mother, Mrs. Dora BRENNER, and the FENSTER families.

- Farina Express: All of Mrs. FAES’ children were home to her funeral. Miss Emma from Indiana; Miss Ida from St. Louis; Misses Ella and Tillie from Texas and August from Minnesota. It was a sad family reunion.

- Lester News: Mr. John CHICK departed this life last Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gus GREEN at the age of 85 years, 3 months, and 18 days. He was married to Miss Lucinda WALKER, May 28, 1843 at Patroit, Ohio, and celebrated their Golden Wedding in May 28^th, 1893, and their 63^rd wedding anniversary last May. To this union was born 15 children. He was beloved by all who knew him. He leaves to mourn their loss, a widow, 8 children, 44 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a host of other friends. The funeral service was conducted at his home by Rev. S.M. WEBBER of Centralia, but it was his dying request that no funeral sermon be preached until after the death of his wife when it be preached for both. The family has the sympathy of all.

- Lester News: School closed at College Hill better known as Pop Gun School, with an excellent program prepared by the efficient teacher, Miss Ethel GEORGE, who has the respect of all. A dinner, in charge of Francis JONES and Miss Pansey COLE was given by the neighbors of the school. The program opened with as song by school; recitation, Grace WAINSCOTT; song, school; recitation, George COLE; dialogue, Pansy COLE and Grace SEITZES. There were 30 numbers given on the program and all were well rendered. Earl MORRIS was best scholar in the figuring contest and John HOLT best as visitor. Cliffie JACKSON received a certificate for being neither absent nor tardy and Pansy COLE had not missed a day since staring and was recommended for good behavior, also Earl MORRIS and Cliffie JACKSON. Those highest in their studies were Earl MORRIS, Pansy COLE, Grace WAINSCOTT, and Clara SEITZES. The directors, Wm. MORRIS, Wm. JONES, and Henry JACKSON, made short talks also the teacher. Frank V. ARNOLD made a closing address. The following visitors were present: Wm. MORRIS, Henry JACKSON, Wm. JONES, and Harry WAINSCOTT and wives; Mose SWIFT, John HOLT, Rollen EVAN, Herman ZINDELL, Frank V. ARNOLD, Ray JONES, Harry and Otto Henry SEITZES, Ray GEORGE, Misses Cora JACKSON and Stella MORRIS.

April 5, 1906:

- Samuel J. SMITH Dead: County Treasurer Samuel J. SMITH, died at his home in Salem this morning of organic heart trouble. Mr. SMITH is one of the best known men in Marion county and is highly esteemed by everybody. The funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 conducted by Rev. BECK of Flora.

- LAWRENCE-LACEY: A quiet wedding occurred at the M.E. parsonage Wednesday afternoon April 4, 1906, the contracting parties being Mr. Homer E. LAWRENCE, of Farina, and Miss Ivolene LACEY, of Meacham twp. The ceremony was performed by Rev. N.D. SWEENY pastor. The couple were attended by Harry HOWELL and Miss Olive LACEY. The groom is the son of Leonard LAWRENCE, one of Farina’s progressive merchants and serves as his father’s clerk. The bride is the daughter of A.H. LACEY, one of the prosperous farmers of Meacham twp., and is highly esteemed by all who know her.

- John R. KELL Dead: John R. KELL, a prominent citizen of Salem, died Tuesday night at the age of 70 years. He leaves a widow and two children, Dr. Omer KELL, of Kankakee, and Miss Lotta KELL of Salem. The funeral service was held today.

- Mrs. CARROTHERS Dies: At seven o’clock this morning the wife of F.L. CARROTHERS of the C. & A. Cash Grocery, died of consumption after an illness of a little over two years. When she came here with her husband from Fairfield, Ill., three years ago last November she was in the best of health. Two years ago while waiting on her mother who was ill and who afterwards died of Bright’s disease, she took the grippe and that developed into tuberculosis. Her’s was one of the rare cases which as developed in this state. It has been realized for some time that she could not recover and her death this morning was not entirely unexpected. She was 30 years old, and leaves her husband and a son five years old. (Boulder, Colo. Herald, Monday March 26, 1906). Mrs. CORROTHERS, formerly Miss Madge HOLLISTER, grew to womanhood in this city and has many friends here who will mourn her death.

- Various Township Election Returns: High School Proposition Defeated in Kinmundy:

Meacham Township

For Supervisor: A.J. PARRILL, rep. - 41, E.S. HOWELL, dem.- 75; Henry BALKE, soc.- 88

For Town Clerk: J.W. McCLURE, rep.- 64; Frank BOUSMAN, dem- 78; Art COCKRELL, soc. - 72

For Assessor: O.C. WELLS, rep. - 55; Hobart PARRILL, dem. - 80; Tom WADE, soc. - 71

For Collector: J.P. FRANCE, rep. - 47; J.A. GAMBILL, dem. - 81; D. WILKINSON, soc. - 72

For Highway Com.: E.M. VARNER, rep. - 47; W.S. NICHOLS, dem. - 84; Mike BUTTS, soc. - 62

For School Trustee: Fred FELLER, rep. - 45; A.E. SMITH, dem. - 89; All JOHNSON, soc. - 60

Kinmundy Township:

For Clerk: C.B. FRENCH, rep. - 148; D.C. BEAVER, dem. - 236

For Assessor: E.A. SNELLING, rep. - 168; L.J. NICHOLS, dem. - 213

For Collector: M.B. NELMS, rep. - 192; J.C. LAMBORN, dem. - 198

For Highway Com.: J.E. REESE, rep. - 167; W.S. JONES, dem. - 211

For School Trustee: C.H. WEST, rep. - 146; John MOTCH, dem. - 235

For Tp. High School - 107; : Against Tp. High School - 245

For District road tax - 151; Against District road tax - 198

Alma Township:

For Town Clerk: A.E. HUTCHISON, dem. - 122; Virgil McNEIL, rep. - 93;

C.G. POLLOCK, prohibition -12

For Assessor: A.W. FISHER, dem. - 124; Wm. BROOM, rep. - 96

For Collector: P.M. GRIFFIN, dem. - 113; W.H. SHAEFFER, rep. - 99; G.C. DUGAN, prohi. - 13

For Highway Com.; Lyman WALKINGTON, dem. - 106; Wm. GIFFIN, REP. - 105;

B.F. McCARTY, proh. - 13

For School Trustee: M.O. ALLMON, dem. - 111; Albert COFFIN, rep. - 83;

E.S. CROOKER, prohi. - 31

Foster Township:

For Supervisor: A.I. EAGAN, dem. - 108; C.W. LOWE, rep. -99

For Town Clerk: Harbin CHANDLER, dem. - 114; Rollin DOOLEN, rep. - 92

For Assessor: Dug MEADOWS, dem. - 103; Henry MOELLER, rep. - 99

For Collector: Chas. ANDERSON, dem. - 106; Sam WRIGHT, rep. - 98

For Highway Com.: J.R. MALONE, dem. - 108; Noah GRAVES, rep. - 94

For School Trustee: Eli CONANT, dem. - 108

For Constable: Frank V. ARNOLD, rep. - 103

- P.M. GRIFFIN, residing south of this city, received a telegram announcing the death of his brother-in-law, J.N. PEPPER, of Kirkmansville, Ky.

- Mrs. Chas. MARQUARD of Washington, Ill. is visiting in this city with her parents, R.C. CLAYBORN, and family.

- Farina Express: Widow PETERS, who lived northwest of town, died last Friday.

- Farina Express: Emorest GLICK of Annopolis, visited his brother, M.A. GLICK last Sunday.

- Farina Express: A large company of Mrs. M.D. HEWITT’s most intimate friends celebrated her birthday Sunday.

- Farina Express: Mr. GANT took possession of the AMBUEHL meat market Monday. Jno. AMBUEHL takes charge of it.

- Lester News: Miss Bertha LANSFORD is visiting with Willie GARRETT and wife.

- Lester News: Claude GARRETT, Earl BUNDY, and Frank V. ARNOLD visited Sunday with Selby GARRETT.

- Lester News: Miss Flossie MASSEY closed a successful term of school recently at the Bundy school. Earl, Carrie, George and Edna BUNDY were highest in their respective classes.

- Lester News: Miss Laura FISHER closed a most successful term of school at Swift school last week. An excellent program was rendered. The following scholars have been neither absent or tardy during the term: Bessie JONES, Otto REESE, Leila SWIFT and Johnny DOOLEN. Those highest in their classes were Garrell MEEKS, Bettie and John ROBB. The following won prizes: May SPURLIN, Belle and John ROBB.

April 12, 1906:

- Fourteen Graduate with Honors: Last Friday evening at Gray’s Opera House occurred annual graduation exercises of Grammar Grade of the Kinmundy Public School. The class was composed the following 14 members: Josie BALLANCE, Vera LENHART, John NEAVILL, George BARGH, Lloyd NEIL, Georgia SMITH, Mildred HOUGHTON, Flossie HARRIS, Norman SUGG, Marcelline EAGAN, Walter NEIL, Raymond MAHAN, Elston GREEN, Clark KLINE. The members of the class and their instructors, Misses Evangeline PARRILL and Grace WILLIAMS are deserving of much praise for the success of the school year as well as the entertainment. (*)

- Chas. H. DENNIS: Last Friday night, Dr. C.H. DENNIS, who for more than 20 years has been located in our city, was summoned by the grim messenger of death. Thus another well known citizen has joined the great procession of those who have tarried with us for a little while and then hastened on into eternity. Charles H. DENNIS, oldest son of Dr. and Mrs. W.B. DENNIS, of Effingham, Ill., as born in Williamsburg, Ohio, Oct. 28, 1858. He came with his parents in 1865, when but seven years of age, to Effingham, Ill., where he lived until March 9^th, 1885, when he came to Kinmundy and began the practice of dentistry which profession he followed as long as his health permitted. He was married Nov. 8, 1885, to Miss Allie PORTER, who with three children, one son and two daughters, survive him. He also leaves an aged father and mother and two brothers and a host of distant relatives. The family circle until now has been unbroken for two generations. Charlie was naturally of a genial disposition, kind and helpful to those in sickness or distress. After three months of suffering and affliction, which he patiently and kindly bore, he passed away on Friday, April 6, 1906, at the age of 47 years, 5 months, and 8 days. Funeral services were held at the family residence Sunday afternoon at three o’clock conducted by Rev. N.D. SWEENY, of the M.E. church, assisted by Revs. J.H. BALLANCE and S.B. BASCOM. The remains were laid to rest in our city cemetery.

- Dr. W.B. DENNIS, Jr. and Wm. DENNIS of Effingham, attended the funeral of their brother, Dr. C.H. DENNIS, in this city Sunday.

- Dr. W.B. DENNIS and wife of Effingham, were in this city Sunday attending the funeral of their son, Dr. C.H. DENNIS.

- Mr. Homer KAGY of near Brubaker, and Miss Grace WILLIAMS of this city, were married in Alma Tuesday evening at 6 o’clock. Mr. KAGY is a prosperous young farmer of Alma twp., and Miss WILLIAMS has been employed in the public school of this city the past two terms as teacher in room 5 and has many friends here who extend congratulations.

- Mr. Samuel IGO of Shelbyville, and Miss Mable SHAEFFER of East St. Louis, were married at the home of the bride last evening at 6:30, Rev. HARMON of the First M.E. church officiating. They are both quite well known in this city. They will make their home in Shelbyville.

- J.A. HUTTON returned home from Fancher, Shelby Co., this morning, where he has been on business and traded Gray’s Opera House to H. RICHMAN of that place. Mr. RICHMAN is here today looking for a house in which to move his family.

- Farina Express: Jas. MARSH’s house caught fire last Sunday. Best prompt action by the neighbors saved it.

- HAMILTON-JONES: Mr. E.E. HAMILTON and Miss Yetta M. JONES, of Loogootee, Ill., were married Sunday, April 8, 1906, at the home of Mrs. J.M. WITZEL, with whom the bride has made her home since the death of her parents, when she was but seven years of age. She was born near Kinmundy. Her parents will probably be remembered by the older residents of this vicinity, her mother’s maiden name being J.M. MORRIS. The bride is a charming young lady of true Christian character and held in high esteem by all who know her. The groom is a mail carrier on one of the routes from Loogootee and is a good Christian, being an Elder in the Loogootee C.P. church. They ware nicely located at present in a country home not far removed from town. After the ceremony which was performed by Rev. H.C. SHARP, of the C.P. Church, they with their friends, retired to a most delicious supper which proved the skill of those who prepared it.

- Dr. A.C. ELDER: Dr. A.C. ELDER, a former citizen of this city, died at his home in Topeka, Kan., last Thursday morning. The remains were shipped here, arriving Tuesday morning via Chicago. Brief services were held at the residence of Mrs. J.B. ELDER at 2:30 p.m. conducted by Rev. N.D. SWEENY of the M.E. church, and the remains were laid to rest beside his relatives in our city cemetery. Abram Caldwell ELDER was born in Covington, Ind., Jan. 20^th, 1833. He came to Kinmundy, Ill, in 1860 and resided here for 14 years, practicing medicine and later engaging in the drug business. His father, Rev. Jas. ELDER, a Methodist local preacher, died on a farm near this city and his body now rests in our city cemetery. His mother then moved to town and spent her latter years in the cottage on the corner recently occupied by Mr. and Mrs. BARGH. She is well remembered by many of our citizens who rever her memory as a devoted Christian woman. His two brothers, Capt. R.W. ELDER of Sedalia, Mo., and Rev. Lee ELDER of Boaz, Ala., are well known to many of our citizens, as are also his sisters, Mrs. Wm. HENWOOD of Welcome, Ont., and Mrs. Kate YOUNG of Boaz, Ala. Dr. ELDER was married to Larisa Wood FANCHER in Salem, Ill., March 4, 1855. In April 1874, they removed from here and after a few years spent in Mattoon and Chicago, finally settled in Topeka, Kan., where he has been in business for the past 24 years. His health has been failing for the past six years, and for more than a year he has been confined to his home. Death came in the early morning hours, April 5, 1906, in his 74^th year. Of his immediate relatives, he leaves besides the two brothers and two sisters, his wife, two sons and three daughters, namely: Frank W., and Bessie, who are at home, Mrs. P.I. PURPHY of Topeka; Mrs. A.F. ROBINSON of Chicago, and Charles A., of Los Angeles, Cal. - the last two mentioned being present at the burial services held in this city Tuesday. All of his children and his oldest brother were present at the services held in Topeka, which were conducted by the Rev. Francis L. HAYES, of the First Congregational Church.

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- Advertisement: Egyptian Poultry Yards, Kinmundy, Illinois. Pure Bred White Syandottes. Skees and Dustan Strains. Bred for last 20 years. Eggs $1 per 15. L.R. DAVIS.

April 19, 1906:

- Mrs. L.B. BRANSON: The funeral services of Mrs. Anna Eliza BRANSON was conducted by Rev. H.C. SHARPE, pastor of the C.P. Church, at Union Chapel Church 8 or 10 miles east of Kinmundy, on Saturday, April 14, 1906. The services were largely attended by neighbors and friends showing the high estimate of character in which she was held and the love and sympathy these good people have for humanity. Le the family sorrow not as for these who have no hope. I Thes. 4:13. She was born in Columbriana Co., Ohio, Nov. 7, 1836, and died April 12, 1906, aged 59 years, 5 months, and 5 days. She united with the Presbyterian Church while quite young and remained faithful to those vows until called to her eternal rest. She leaves to mourn their loss a husband, one brother, one sister, and five children, all of whom were present at the funeral but the brother.

- Four Complete Course and Receive Diplomas. It is with pleasure that we chronicle the commencement exercises rendered on the evenings of April 10 and 11, closing a seven months term of the Kinmundy High School which completed the course for the following graduates: Messrs. James O. LOWE, Harry F. CRAIG, J. Ben MORGAN, and Miss Clemmie WHITTENBURG. On Tuesday evening, April 10, at 8:30, the curtain lifted, revealing the eager gaze of hundreds, the graduates and orchestra seated on the stage in a semi-circle, whose radiant faces were beaming with smiles while their olfactories and optics were regales with the rich odors and superb tints of fragrant flowers. (*) (A class picture accompanied this article)

- Misses Matilda and Agnes HILLER are visiting with their brother, A.R. HILLER near Flora.

- Farina Express: Miss Nellie MAXON was in East St. Louis last week attending the IGO-SHAEFFER wedding.

- Farina Express: The S.D.B. Church celebrated the 40^th anniversary of it’s organization in this place last Saturday with special services.

- Farina Express: Mrs. KASTNER, who lived 3 or 4 miles southeast of town, died last Monday. She was about 75 years old.

- Lester News: A new boy at Air DUKES’.

- Lester News: Bertha ARNOLD has gone to Oklahoma.

- Lester News: Mr. and Mrs. LINTON are the proud parents of baby boy.

- Lester News: Mrs. Olive ARNOLD, late of Lester now of Chicago, lost her father recently. She and her mother and Frank Jr., are running the grocery store.

- Lester News: The Doolen Debating Society was organized recently with Chester DOOLEN president, and Voleney PRITCHETT vice president. They will meet every Saturday night.

- Lester News: Sunday School was organized last Sunday with the following officers: John STEELE, superintendent; Charles LOWE, assit. Supt.; Edith ARNOLD, sec.; Martha WALKER, assist. Sec.; Buelah ARNOLD and Nora HOLT, organists.

- Lester News (written for last week): Eli ROBB and Selby GARRETT were Kinmundy business visitors last Friday.

- Lester News (written for last week): Sam ARNOLD and wife visited J.W. ARNOLD and wife last week.

- Advertisement: A new dry goods store in Kinmundy! Having purchased a very large stock of Dry Goods, Notions, Carpets, Linoleums, Etc., Etc., which we have added to our clothing and shoes, we cordially invite you to call before purchasing. We will have plenty of competent help, and will earnestly endeavor to please you and merit a portion of your patronage.

April 26, 1906:

- School Board Organized: Last Tuesday night the school board met and organized. The newly elected president, W.W. LOWE, served in the "Big Chair" and he makes a very efficient officer. N.A. RICE was elected secretary for the ensuing year. The president appointed the following standing committees: Finance - Thos. BAGOTT, J.P. WHITSON, N.A. RICE; Building and Supplies - J.P. WHITSON, N.A. RICE, C.S. NEIL; Grounds - J.H. NELMS, L.R. DAVIS, Thos. BAGOTT.

- John PIGG, a young farmer residing near Fairman, was killed by lightening while at work in the field yesterday. The funeral was held today conducted by Rev. J.R. KELLEY of this city.

- James NOOT and family of Alma, spent Sunday near this city with her mother, Mrs. M.J. BOONE.

- Cards have been received here announcing the marriage of Clyde VICKERY and Miss Rochelle COCHRAN, two of Iola’s most prominent young people, the ceremony being performed on the evening of April 11.

- W.H. WHITE left Tuesday night for New Orleans to attend the annual reunion of the confederate soldiers.

- Farina Express: Mrs. GANT met with a painful accident Sunday by spraining her ankle.

- Farina Express: Charlie FRIEND’s father is visiting him. He had not seen him for 15 years.

- M.M. PRUETT: Another familiar figure has gone from our community; one whose genial smile and pleasant words reached a large circle of friends each day for many years, will be seen among us no more. Last Friday McKendree PRUETT passed to the great beyond. For many than 18 years, Mr. PRUETT, familiarly known as "Ken" PRUETT, has been in the employ of our Songer Milling Co., and as then delivery man has perhaps visited more or less frequently every house in Kinmundy. His illness was very brief, just one week. The funeral serves were held at the M.E. church Sunday afternoon and were attended by a concourse of friends that more than filled the house many not being able to even secure standing room. The Ladies Aid and Epworth League had filled the platform with beautiful potted plants while wreaths of cut flowers converted the casket. An appropriate funeral sermon was delivered by Rev. N.D. SWEENY from the text: "Tomorrow, thou shalt be missed." I Samuel 20:18, and the choir furnished appropriate music. His favorite song "The Ninety and Nine" was effectively rendered as a solo by C. ROHRBOUGH. Rev. F.O. FANNON led the closing prayer. The pallbearers were his former employer and fellow workmen of the Milling Co., Messrs. A.W. SONGER, J.T. BROWN, Ellis WOLFE, Geo. WHITE, A. HUMPHREY, I. PRUDEN, and a hearse was drawn by his old mill team; interment in our city cemetery. Ken PRUETT will long be remembered as a faithful employee, a kind friend, a citizen loyal to the best interest of the community, an indulgent husband and father and a man of faith in God. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community. The following obituary was read: Meridith McKendree PRUETT was born near Kinmundy, Illinois, Oct. 10, 1847, and with the exception of about 8 years, his whole life has been spent in this community. He was the second son of J.W. and Susan PRUETT of blessed memory, who for so many years were identified with the religious life in this community. Of his three brothers, F.A. the oldest, and S.B. the youngest, were present at the funeral, while of the third we must say with Jacob of old "Benjamin is not." His two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie J. LANGDELL and Mrs. Rose HAMMERS, also survive him. On the 20^th day of March 1870, he was united in marriage to Miss Nellie DEWEL, who with their six children and nine grandchildren, survive him. Their five sons and one daughter, namely, Horace, Robert, Harry, Clyde, and Floyd and Blanche (Mrs. USEMAN) were all present at his death. MR. PRUETT was raised in a religious home; he was consecrated to God in holy baptism, in infancy and received into his heart when but a child, the "see of Truth", which as born fruit in old age. His illness was of but one week’s duration; death came on Friday evening April 20, 1906, he being 58 years, 6 months, and 10 days of age. As the end drew nearer, he called each children to his bedside and gave to each separately his council and his blessing. Even the grandchildren each little one was remembered. He told them he was ready to go, giving praise to Christ the Redeemer, and spoke to his sister of meeting father and mother. After loving farewells he laid back upon his bed and after another attack of severe pain, became calm and peaceful and quietly fell asleep.

May 3, 1906:

- A Home Wedding: A very pretty home wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. SEXTON, in this city, last Sunday evening at seven o’clock, the contracting parties being their daughter, Miss Anna, and Mr. Francis Wayne WHITLOCK, of Dix, Ill., the Rev. H.C. SHARP, of the C.P. Church officiating. No one was present except the immediate members of the family. The bride is one of Kinmundy’s most charming and highly respected young ladies, having been employed in the Central Office of the Hull Telephone Co. for the past four years and has a wide acquaintance throughout the county. The groom is an industrious and hustling young man well qualified for any line of business he may engage in. He has taught in the Kinmundy Public School and his services were very satisfactory in every respect, and during that time he made hosts of friends in this city. The happy couple left Monday morning for Dix, where they will make their future home. The Express joins their many friends in extending congratulations.

- A Fatal Accident: The little village of LaClede, ten miles north of this city, was visited by a sad accident last Sunday morning. Four young men, Lucian KEPNER, Elmer SIMMONS, Will KIMBALL and Roy KEEN went to the creek to spend the day and were sitting on the bank fishing when Elmer SIMMONS attempted to draw a revolver from his pocket to shoot a fish which he saw in the water. The hammer of the gun caught in his pocket and the gun discharged, the ball passing through the right hand of SIMMONS and then striking KEPNER in the head above the ear. KEPNER fell into the water and was taken out by KIMBALL, who held him in his arms and washed the blood from his face till he died, about three minutes later. The unfortunate young man was taken to his home in LaClede where an inquest was held by the coroner and the jury returned a verdict of accidental homicide. The funeral service was held at the M.E. church in LaClede Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. V.W. THRALL of Farina, and it was attended by a large crowd of sorrowing friends and relatives. The young man was about 21 years of age and was a telegraph operator and a brother of Dr. M.E. KEPNER, of that place. This was indeed a very sad accident and the sorrowing family have the sympathy of all.

- Mrs. John F. SUGG Swallows Carbolic Acid: Startled by the screams of one of the patients shortly after 9 o’clock Saturday night, the nurses at the Centenary Hospital. No. 2945 Lawton avenue, rushed into a room and found Mrs. John F. SUGG, wife of a merchant at Odin, Ill., writhing in agony from the effects of a large dose of carbolic acid, mysteriously obtained, which she had taken to end her life. It is said that the label had been scratched from the bottle containing the poison. The woman died in a few minutes, notwithstanding heroic efforts on the part of the hospital physicians to save her. Despondency, due to the belief that a nervous affection, from which she suffered, was incurable, is assigned as the cause. An inquest will be held at 9 o’clock this morning at the Coroner’s office, to ascertain, if possible, how the acid was secured by the woman, who, it is said, had not been out of the hospital during the time she had been a patient there. Mr. SUGG stated that he was greatly shocked on receiving a telegram announcing the death of his wife. The message was handed him on the train while he was enroute to the hospital where he expected to find his wife bright and cheerful. "Mrs. SUGG has been in poor health for several years", he said, "and about four weeks ago she became so nervous that I placed her under the care of Doctor C.H. HUGHES, of No. 3872 Washington Boulevard, and at his suggestion, sent her to the hospital where had been well cared for. I know my wife was despondent at times. She remarked only last Sunday when I suggested a trip for her health that it was of no use, as she knew she was not going to get well. But how she could have obtained the acid is a mystery to me. I understand from the elevator boy, and one of the nurses of the hospital, that my wife had asked them on several occasions to procure some carbolic acid for her, which , she said, she wanted, to use in a diluted form as a face wash, but they both say they refused to comply with her request. This point will be investigated at the Coroner’s inquest this morning." The body was taken in charge by undertaker ALEXANDER of No. 2835 Olive street, who will forward it to Odin today after the inquest. Burial will take place Wednesday. The deceased is survived by her husband, a brother and three sisters. (Monday’s St. Louis Republic.)

- David R. HANNA Injured: Last Tuesday afternoon Uncle David R. HANNA met with a severe and painful accident. He was riding a horse along the bank of the creek near his home and a portion of the bank caved in and the animal fell on Mr. HANNA’s left leg, breaking it near the ankle and dislocating the ankle. Dr. CAMERER was called and reduced the fracture and the Dr. pronounces it a severe break for a man the age of Mr. HANNA.

- W.H. MAXEY and wife drove to Jefferson county this afternoon to attend the funeral of his cousin, Robt. F. FIELDS.

- Mrs. Harry L. HOLLISTER and son, of Johnston City, visited east of town this week with her parents, James RICHARDSON and family. Mr. HOLLISTER and family are moving to Wichita Falls, Tex., where he has accepted the railroad agency.

- Noah DEAN and wife have returned home from Keokuk, Iowa, where Mr. DEAN has been attending medical college.

- Jas. NICHOLAS of Sullivan, Ind. spent a portion of the week here with his son, Howard, and family.

- Miss Stella WHITLOCK of Dix visited in this city Saturday and Sunday and attended the wedding of her brother, Wayne, and Miss Anna SEXTON.

- Farina Express: A lively little daughter was born to Teddy DAVIS and wife last Friday.

- Farina Express: Eugene FORD and wife and Mrs. Emogene FORD were in town Tuesday.

May 10, 1906:

- J.L. McHATTON a Suicide: James L. McHATTON, a farmer formerly residing three miles north of this city, who became mentally deranged about a year ago and was taken to the hospital at Anna, committed suicide at that place Monday by hanging. He was left alone for a few minutes in his room, and when found he had taken the sheet from the bed and tied it to a steam pipe and then to his neck and was strangled to death. His relatives here were notified of the affair and W.F. HARVEY and G.V. McHATTON went to Anna Tuesday morning and returned that night with the body. A short funeral service was held at the residence of his brother, G.V. McHATTON, Wed. morning conducted by Rev. J.H. BALLANCE, after which the body was laid to rest in the Harvey Gray Cemetery. The deceased died at the age of 64 years, 6 months, and 20 days and leaves two daughters, four brothers, and two sisters to mourn their loss.

- Eight Months School: the school board met last Tuesday evening and accepted the applications of the following teachers at the following salaries: M.A. THRASHER - Supt. - $100.00; Evangeline PARRILL - Prin. - $60.00; Pauline BAGGOTT - Room 5 - $40.00; Minnie PARKER - Room 4 - $35.00; Martha PRUETT - Room 3 - $35.00; A.E.W. PRUETT - Room 1 - $40.00.  There being no application for Room 2, that place remains to be filled at the next regular meeting. The question for an eight months school was brought before the meeting and the question was carried by a unanimous vote. Harvey BRANSON was re-employed as Janitor at a salary of $30 per month for the ensuing term. Prof. M.A. THRASHER was award the contract to take the school census the contracting price being $10.

- Mesdames Dora YOUNKER of Champaign, and Mable BARTON of Little Rock, Ark., visited in this city Monday with their father, Geo. NEAVILLS and family.

- Farina Express: Mrs. Will SNYDER died last Saturday after a long illness and was buried in the Farina cemetery Monday. She was about 45 years of age and leaves a husband and a large family of children.

- Farina Express: Oluf ARRINGTON has gone to Chicago where he has obtained a situation in the office with his brother, Will. Dever who went into the same office a short time ago, has received a promotion.

May 17, 1906:

- Alma Stores Burglarized: Last Friday night our neighboring village of Alma was visited by burglars and the general stores of R.F. MALLOTT and John MAZANEK were entered and at each place the safe was blown open. At the first named place, no money was procured, but several articles of merchandise are missing. That night when Mr. MALLOTT closed the store, he put his money in his pocket, as the safe was locked and he did not want to open it. To take his money home at night is something he seldom did, but it was fortunate for him that he did so on this occasion. At the store of Mr. MAZANEK about $140 was taken from the safe besides some merchandise. These robberies were not performed by amateurs as the store doors were unlocked (not broken open) and the manner in which the safes were blown showed the skill of experts. No clue to the robbers has yet been found. In the history of Alma, this is the first time for a safe to be blown open.

- Several members of the G.A. R. drove to Alma this afternoon to attend the funeral of Nathan A. WINKS, a highly respected citizen of that place.

- Farina Express: Ernest SWITZER’s baby swallowed a large does of iodine last week, which came near proving fatal.

- Farina Express: Report come that a boy has lately been born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert HILLER.

- Farina Express: Miss Grace SHEPARD called on Miss Eva SATTERLEE Sunday.

- Farina Express: A daughter was born to Fred REITZ and wife last week.

May 24, 1906:

- Alma Express: The cannery addition is almost completed.

- Alma Express: C.W. ROSE of Dumbs Creek was in Alma Monday distributing patient medicine literature.

- Alma Express: Dr. and Mrs. LASWELL attended the wedding of Wesley DOUGHET and Miss Josie FARMER in Patoka Sunday evening.

- The four months old daughter of Grover CARMAN and wife died yesterday and was buried this afternoon.

- Mrs. J.E. McCULLEY and children left Tuesday for Clinton, Ind. to visit a couple of weeks with her parents.

May 31, 1906:

- A Worthy Couple Honored: Monday, May 28, 1906, marked a notable anniversary in the lives of an aged and highly esteemed couple who have long resided in our midst. Samuel INGRAM and wife on that day passed the 62^nd milestone of their journey through life together. In honor of this event, a company of their relatives and friends gathered at the M.E. church and tendered them an informal but very fitting reception. The aged couple were escorted to the church in a carriage by J.W. SCOTT and Rev. N.D. SWEENY. Here they were cordially greeted by the assembled guests. Capt. C. ROHRBOUGH presided and so directed the program that good cheer and solemn truth were appropriately blended. The song "Blest be the Tie That Binds" was sung after which the pastor led in prayer. Short talks were made by F.A. PRUETT, J.F. DONOVAN, W.W. NEIL, Wm. BROWN, J.M. ROTAN, C. ROHRBOUGH, Mrs. M. MILLICAN and Rev. SWEENY. These were interspersed with songs by the choir, also beautiful and appropriate solos by Miss Bertha STEUBER and Mrs. F.O. GRISSOM and a duet by Misses Bertha and Louise STEUBER. In these brief addresses which bore testimony to the genial good nature of the old couple and of the beneficent influence of their lives. In them the young people of the rising generation may find examples worthy of their emulation. The secret of their honored and successful lives is found in the fact that they early dedicated themselves to God, who, according to His promise gave them the new heart and made them partakers of the spirit of Christ the natural result is manifest. They like their Master, love God and their fellowmen Hence they have lived lives of uprightness, kindness and holiness. How fitting it is that this worthy couple should thus be remembered on this unusual occasion.

- 4^th Anniversary: Of the Dedication of the Christian Church: On Sunday, June 3, the members of the Christian church of Kinmundy will celebrate the fourth anniversary of the dedication of their church with a feast of good things. Rev. F.O. FANNON will be present and preach both morning and evening. At 12:30 p.m. dinner will be served in the basement of the church. Those who have heard Rev. FANNON do not need urging to come. Those who stay away will miss a rare treat. Special services at 3 p.m.

- City Marshal Appointed: The city council met in adjourned session Monday night with all members present. The Mayor appointed R.H. FLANNIGAN as City Marshal for the ensuing term and on motion of MENDENHALL and SNELLING the appointment was confirmed.

- Alma Express: G.C. WILSON who is suffering with malaria fever, is worse again.

- Alma Express: After a long and severe illness J.H. BOLES died Sunday morning.

- Mrs. Tessie LOVELL, of Lincoln, arrived in this city Saturday morning to visit her parents, L.L. HULTS and wife.

- Mr. Walter GEORGE and Miss Nettie WILLIAMS, both of this city, were married at the home of the groom last Friday afternoon at 3 o’clock, Rev. H.C. SHARP of the C.P. Church officiating.

- ROLL OF HONOR: HICKS POST NO. 255, G.A.R., KINMUNDY, ILL.

SPANISH-AMERICAN:

Clay DeVORE - U.S.S. Brooklyn

Lewis COLLINS - Co. I 5 U.S. Inft.

Charles F. WILLIAMS - Co. E 3 U.S. Inft.

Fletcher WHITAKER - Sergt 43 Miss.

WAR 1812: T.C. WILLIAMS

MEXICAN WAR: J.W. WHITE

HICKS CIRCLE, LADIES OF G.A.R.: Nancy REYNOLDS, Meriam C. ALLMON, Mary E. COLEMAN, Margaret CRAIG, Nettie BLAKESLEE, Caroline L. GUNN, E. CAWREY, Elizabeth WEST, J.S. READNOUR, Demorious BREWER, Mary BLURTON, W.H. BAKER, Eliza BAXTER, Emma FISHEL, Elizabeth BARGH

JONES CEMETERY: Frances M. JONES - Private Co. B. 111 Ill. Inf.

GRAY CEMETERY: B.L. BLACKBURN, Private Co. B. 111 Ill. Inf.

OLD PRESBYTERIAN CEMETERY: Blackhawk War: David FISHER, John BLURTON, Eli ROBB, Joseph GRAY, James EAGAN

June 7, 1906:

- Obituary: Mrs. Elizabeth PLIANT MAHON was born near Knoxville, Tenn., March 27, 1828, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Geo. W. WEST, at Manhattan, Kansas, May 29, 1906, aged 78 years, 2 months and 2 days. Her remains arrived at Kinmundy on the early morning train, Thursday, May 31 and was taken to the home o