Misc News page 2

1875

List of Marriages.

The following marriages were filed in the Recorders office of Madison county
during the year 1875:

Elijah Albright and Rosa Bess, September 1, by Rev. D. Hull

R.C. Arnett and Fannie Leyman February 24, by Rev. V. T. Settle

W. T. Planton (or Blanton) and Francis E. Polk, October 14, by Rev. R. C.
Martin

J.R. Berryman and Zeilah a. Murray, January 10, by R. E. Kelly, J.P.

Thomas Burns and Fannie Tharp, March 28, E. L. Graham, J.P.

Saml Brawington and Jane Morris, Mar 14, by A.S. Ferguson J.P.

John Beck and Minnie Knolhoff, January 2, by Rev. F. J. Reinhert

J. B. Bollinger and Rosa M. Hahn, May 6, by Rev. J. Starkey.

Walter Baker and Eliza J. J. Revelle, August 26, by Rev. F. M. Halbrook.

Elisha Burrow and Martha M. Reed, October 9, Rev. A. J. Green

W. P. Brewington and Sillena Williams, October 7, by R. B. Toler, J.P.

E. W. Bess and Martha E. Watts, February 24, by Rev. J. Dines.

Ancil Clifton and Harriet M. Jacobs, November 25, by R. E. Kelly, J.P.

Joseph Crissup and Nancy Dalton, October 23 by Rev. E. Ray.

Calvin Chapman and Sarah Moore, January 6, by Rev. R. C. Martin

John Cline and Mary Beckett, April 25, A. S. Ferguson, J. P.
F. J. Cromer and Cynthia E. Wallace, August 12, Rev. Hanesworth

James Cummings and Catharine Clubb, November 11, Rev. W. Watts

Levi Clubb and Mary A. Ragsdale, November 11, Rev. W. Watts.

John Dorsing and Esther A. Watkins, July 14, by Rev. f. J. Reichert.

Wm. L. Dees and Florence Robbins, January 3, by Rev. P. Graham.

J.B. Duchouquette and Victorino L. Clardy, May 10, Father Tucker

W. H. Dorsey and Fannie A. Allen, June 19, by Father Tucker

James Duncan and Martha J. Mills, May 27 by Rev. V.T. Settle

R. M. Edwards and Sarah N. Daniels, September 6, by Rev. F. J. Reichert

Ed Frazier and Laura Allen, May 4, by Rev. V. T. Settle

Josiah Graham and Mary E. Simmons, February 14, by R. E. Kelly, J.P.

J. C. Hurst and Rox D. Sanders June 20 by Rev. J. C. Farmer.

E. J. Halbrook and Mary A. Revelle, August 12, Rev. T. J. Mansfield

Hiram Hust and Amanda Skaggs, July 25, by C. Wigenstein, J.P.

R. P. Hinple and Elizabeth Smith, February 14, A. F. Ferguson, J.P.

F. C. Herzinger and Louisa Gordon, October 31 by Rev. J. Powell.

Wm. Johnson and Mary Austin, July 19, by W. M. Matkins, J. P.

F. M. Kelly and Sarah Lunsford, June 3, by J. W. Stewart, J. P.

B. W. Kennedy and Eliza E. McDowell, January 31, by Rev. R. Blaylock.

Merida S. Kelly and Mary Narramore, November 11, C. M. Stephens, J.P.

John Kerns and Jennie Taylor, November 7, C. Wigenstine, J. P.

Thomas Labaro and Hester A. Corner, March 30, Rev. W. T. Compbell

Lysander Lutes and Henrietta A. Corner, March 30, April 21, J. W. Stewart
J.P.

Samuel M. Lashly and Hannah E. Smith, June 13, Rev. J. Johnson.

W. H. Lutes and Mattie C. Clark, August 5, J. W. Stewart, J.P.

W. C. McKinnis and Josephine Menteer, December 23, Judge Ancil Mathews.

Felix Maze and Martha J. Tolar, October 14, R. E. Kelly, J. P.

B.F. McGraw and Lew Ella Arnnett, February 24, R. E. Kelly, J.P.

Franklin Moyers and Rachael d. Jolly, March 21, by Rev. J. D. McGlothlin

Wm. Murray and Sarah J. Edwards, February 28, by Cev. J. H. Denman.

Robert A. Murray and Mahaia R. Lance, April 8, Rev. P.C. Martin

Wm. Morris and Missouri Beckett, March 47, A. S. Ferguson J. P. (note that
the newspaper states March 47)

Wm. McFall and Fannie Norvell, July 21, Rev. D. Hill

Peter Miller and Caroline Elmort, July 19, J. W. Stewart, J.P.

W. H. W. Mullins and Margaret A. Cox, July 4, by Rev. J. C. Farmer

Columbus Nicholson and Mary L. Dillinger, July 4, Rev. J. C. Farmer

D. W. Oâ€™Bannon and Sarah D. Smith, March 24, Rev. D. C. Martin

R. C. Poston adn Malinda C. Morris, Noverber 11, Judge Mathews

W. Rackdolph and Frances Casteel, December 12, C. Wiegenstein, J.P.

Valentine Reed and Martha D. Smith, August 14, J. A. Shoemaker, Esq.

G. K. Self and Laura C. Vanhees, December 16, Rev. J. C. Farmer

Jasper N. Piva and Amanda Maze, November 11, Rev. E. F. Wright.

D. J. Saunders and Rosa E. Spain, April 25, A. S. Ferguson, Esq.

A. H. Sawyer and Laura Foster, May 11, Rev. V. T. Settle.

W. W. Shaw and rosine Pratte, June 10, Father Tucker

Joseph Simmons and Mary J. Prewitt, Feb. 14, R. E. Kelly, Esq.

G. W. Shults and Mary A. Counts, Jan 21, Rev. J. J. Martin

John Santoff and Maggie Earley, March 2, Rev. V. T. Settle

Joseph Turnbeau and Eliza Duncan, December 24, R. E. Kelly, Esq.

Wm. Tripp and Susan Pritchard, July 25, Rev. Wm. London

Chas Taylor and Elizabeth Abina, February 6, Rev. F. Reichert.

W. H. Viers and Nacny J. Settle, July 26, Rev. M. R. Moser

Adam Voss and Elizabeth Skaggs, May 4, Father Tucker

Evans White and Sarah A. Sweaza, Sept. 19, R. B. Toler, Esq.

Noah F. Wright and Elizabeth Cox, March 22, Rev. E. E. Wright

J. F. Weismantel and Amanda Deil, June 17, Rev. J. T. Baker

Jesse Wilson and Alise Shults, March 18, Rev. J. J. Martin

A__II Webb and Mary E. Wenecks, January 29, R. V. T. Settle

J. M. C. Young and Susannah M. Davidson, April 18, Rev. J. W. Wood

Watts--Watts--On the 4th day of January 1876, by Robert B. Toler, Justice of the Peace, Mr. James B. Watts and Mary s. Watts, all of Madison County.

McLane--Frazier, At the Madison House in this city on the 6th (ineligible), by J. W. Stewart, Esq., Mr. James McLane to Miss Francis E. Frazier.

Day-Campbell--At the residence of James W. Hill in this city on the 6th (ineligible) by Rev. John Bowell, Mr. E. H. Day to Miss Carrie Campbell.

Died--

We learn with regret of the death of John Francis of Creek Nation Township who departed this life on new years day. Mr. Francis was an old and highly respected citizen of our county and his death will be deplored by many who learned to esteem him for his many (ineligible) qualities.

Died on Thursday night, December 23d, 1875 at his residence two end a half miles east of Perryville, Mr. Aaron Messiein, aged about fifty years.

Died, on Tuesday, December 21, 1875, at her residence in Bois Brule bottom, Mrs. ---Meyer.

Died, on Monday, December 20, 1875 at her residence four and a half miles northwest of Perryville, Mrs. Julia Reed, aged about 22 years.

Died, on Thursday, December 28, 1875 at her residence seven miles west of Perryville, Mrs. ---Hahn, wife of Mr. Lafayette Hahn.

There is considerable excitement amongst the miners at Mine La Motte, caused by recent discoveries of new lodes and the registering of ground and prospecting is lively at present.

The Probate Court was in session during the first three days of this week and quite a large amount of business was transacted.

The Madison Histronics will give an entertainment for the benefit of a public library on the evenings of the 2d and 3d days of February next.

The quarterly meeting held at the M. E. church south on last Saturday and Sunday was well attended and the Presiding Elder, Rev. J. H. Headlee delivered a series of able and interesting sermons.

Judge John B. Robinson spent several days in our city during the week, negotiating for property preparatory to making this his home in the future. The Judge expects to move here the last of this month and we feel assured that he will meet a hearty welcome from our citizens.

The Christmas tree at the Methodist Church on new years eve was a decided success, both as to attendance and general satisfaction. The house could not contain all who wished to participate in the festivities and the juvenile portion of the assemblage were delighted with the magnificent and bounteous display of the good things prepared for their especial benefit The originators and managers deserve and no doubt will receive the thanks of parents and children for their impartial and successful management of the whole affair. Mineral has been discovered in more than one part of our county in different times, but the mines have not been worked with much success, that is, the mineral did not pan out well. Two gentlemen, named J. Turner and Mr. Johnson, hailing from Reeds Landing, Minnesota are now busily engaged at work up on the lands belong to the estate of Mr. James A. Burns, some nine miles northeast of Perryville. They have found some good load ore but not in sufficient quantities to pay well, however we understand these gentlemen are quite sanguine of success, and believe that they will discover good deposits in that locality. We wish them success.

Western press--

Three weeks ago some thieves went into Mr. John Becks grocery store on the levee and stole about $65 worth of groceries and about $1.50 in small change, which was left in the drawer. Nothing was heard of the thieves or the goods until some 8 days ago a boy, who is employed in the Union Mill cooper-shop happened to go to the old Paint Mill, where he found two boxes, one containing chewing tobacco and the other shirts. As Mr. Becks name was marked on the same, the boy returned them to him.

Since that time a man named Jim Sullivan reported of having found on Wednesday last in a cave, about two miles north of town, near Sloans farm, two dozen empty oyster and sardine cans, one coffee mill, one chisel, four keys and other things.

It is supposed that this cave was used by those thieves who have so frequently visited our town, and that they disappeared as soon as cold weather was settling in. May they never return.

1876

Fredericktown--The Plain Dealer--Saturday, Jan 8, 1876

The married folks party at Goffâs Hall on last Thursday was a grand affair and reflecs credit upon the managers. Everything passed off pleasantly and all
seemed to enjoy themselves to the utmost. The music furnished by Messrs Jayne, Shoults, Osst and (ineligible) excellent and the lovers of (ineligible)
(ineligible) sport kept time to its sweet strains until the wee small hours of the night. The supper was furnished by mine host of the White House was enough
to temp the appetite of the most fastidious epicurean, and those present did ample justice to the tempting vinds. Amongst those present we noticed the
following married couples, B. B. Cahoon and lady, George Harris and lady, Judge L. H. Alfred and lady, Dr. W. H. Gosney and lady, Dr. H. M. Lowry and lady,
Capt. Jasper Belkin and lady, Judge John Schulte and lady, Joseph Schulte and lady, W. H. Dorsey and lady, Williams Newberry and lady, Phillip Cohen and lady,
James Hammock and lady and T. H. Johnson and lady.

Amongst those present who have not yet divided their joys and sorrows with a life partner, we noticed the four Misses Allens of Mine La Motte, Miss Lizze
Schulte, Miss Rouse, Miss Fannie Holladay, Miss Minnie Herzinger, Miss Carrie Goff, Miss Minnie Biggs (or Beggs), and Miss Slader, also Mrs. H. E. Beggs,
Mrs. Kennerly and Mrs. Harris, together with a large number of gentlemen who failed to bring their better halves or who have not yet entererd the mystic tie
that causes two hearts to beat as one, although we became convinced from the actions and looks of some present that Barkis was willing.

Farmington Times-Thursday, Feb 10,1876
Died

On Tuesday, February 1st, 1876, at the residence of her husband near Farmington, MO, Mrs. E.E. Poor in the 37th year of her age.

Eliza Ellen Lovelace was a native of McCracken county, Kentucky. In her short life she experienced the truth of our Lords words to His disciples: In the world ye shall have tribulation. In the brief space of five years being called to mourn the loss by death of her husband and three children and soon after her second marriage becoming an invalid from that insidious disease, consumption. Ten months ago with the hope that a chance of climate would result in the restoration of her health, her husband removed from Mississippi county to the vicinity of Farmington. Then first the acquaintance of the writer with Mrs. P. began. About her former life he learned but little, except that her parents and immediate relatives were members of the Baptist church, under its influence she was reared and with it many years ago she united. There not being any church of that denomination in this place, she expressed an earnest desire to attend on the services of the Presbyterian church as soon as health would permit. But this with occasional intervals of slight improvements continued to decline; when it becoming evident that her hope in this respect could not be granted, she avowed her desire and purpose to unite with the Presbyterian church and enjoy the privilege of partaking of the Sacrament of the Lords Supper prior to her death. This was granted her. Just one week before that event, with a few Christian friends assembled in her room, she once more testified her devotion to her Lord by obedience to His command: Do this in remembrance of me.

It was an occasion of peculiar interest, never to be forgotten by the few who were favored with the enjoyment of it; when in company with that beloved sister, evidently so near her removal from the church militant to the church triumphant and her husband also continued to his bed by sickness--we, a few of the disciples of our Lord, gathered about His table, to partake of the memorials of His dying love to us. This wish so long gratified, nothing now disturbed our sister save the separation from her husband and infant son whom at last she was enable to commit into the hands of the Lord. Then freed from all solicitude, she patiently awaited the hour of her change; which by her was gladly welcomed for it relieved her from her protracted sufferings and admitted her to the enjoyment of that rest which remaineth to the people of God.
G.W.H.
Newspaper microfilm--Missouri Historical Society

Rev. J. Wesley Johnson will deliver the fourth of his series of sermons next Sunday evening. Subject: The Bible-its truth, motives, and influence. Its own evidences establish its Divine authenticity. Mr. Johnson will also preach at 11 a.m.

Last Sunday evening a boy was brought to town charged with horse-stealing, and lodged in Suts cage. The fellow does not appear to be yet out of his teens, but has all the marks of a hard case. He strenously denies the charge, asserting that, on the night the horse was stolen, he slept in the fair grounds.

The New Era, Farmington, Missouri
Thursday, May 18, 1876

News items--
Mr. Zeno B. Clardy returned from Washington University law school, St. Louis, Mo, last Tuesday. Zeno, we are glad to know, brought his sheepskin with him.

Next week we shall hoist our ticket; it was our intention to have done so this week, but all our spare space has been taken. Next week we expect to make Rome howl.

We have received the announcement of Hon. R. A. Hatcher, and will fling it to the breeze next week. We only expect a majority of 15,000 or 16,000 for old Bob. Mind that!

Mr. Ben F. Clark, representing the St. Louis Globe-Democrat, was in town this week, and paid a visit to our sanctum. We found Mr. Clark a very sociable, genial gentleman.

Herman Auerswald has rented and moved into the house formerly occupied by H. C. Rudy, opposite Cayces store, where he not only keeps retaurant, (exact spelling, not corrected) but has accommodation for boarders.

Messrs. Leggo Bros., lithographers and engravers, Philadelphia. have our thanks for copy of the Declaration of Independence together with the signersnames. Philadelphia is nothing if not Centennial.

We acknowledge the receipt of an invitation to be present at the unveiling of the marble statue of Geo. D. Prentice, and the formal opening of the new Courier-Journal building in Louisville, Ky., May 16th.

A man in Nevada recently sent Dr. Keith a fine ten-dollar hat, and in about two weeks the doctor learned that he had been sent to the penitentiary for stealing the hat. Sam Asbury told us all about it, so it must be true.

Mr. Wm Benson of DeLassus has had the misfortune to lose his horse, which has strayed off, and he has no idea where it can be found. Any person knowing its whereabouts will confer a favor by communicating with Mr. Benson.

The Good Templars of Farmington and DeLassus propose to unite in giving a picnic, on or about the third of June, at Sugar Groye (wherever that may be) on the St. Francis river. Come and bring your fishing tackle, grub and girls.

Mine La Motte Items--May 16, 1876

Tom Callow has had quite a neat house built and has moved into it.

F. W. Henry has a good trade in the confectionery business

There is a new building about completed at the furnace, which will be used for the purpose of refining lead. two large kettles for that purpose have already arrived.

Last night about ten oclock the furnace whistle blew for the boss, on account of a fire. The fire was caused by the bursting of one of the tops of the patent stack. Have not learned the damage.

Mr. Finch has purchased a fine hack from Lang & Bro., of Farmington, which he is now running daily between the station and this place. W. H. McFarland has also bought a fine buggy from Lang & Bro.

Rev. Mr. Jacob Schwarz preached in the Presbyterian church at this place last Sunday morning and evening, first in the English and afterward in the German language.

Mrs. John Karsch was visiting her friends in this place last week. Gus Olander left last Saturday for White Water on a visit to his father-in-law. He is accompanied by his family.

J. Kreiger has had his spring wagon repaired and is ready to do any job hauling reasonable rates. He will drive for less than any other.

We expect to soon see a fine house going up for Mr. Setz, near Lockwood House. The foundation is now finished.

Observor

Married--
At Valle Mines, MO, Wednesday, May 10, 1876 by Rev Eddleman, Mr. Richard Roe to Miss Eliza Sykes. At the same time and place Mr. Albert Sykes to Miss Mary Wills.

Oct 1886

Extracted from The Cape Girardeau Democrat dated Oct 1886

The Capture of Gen. Marmaduke
J.P. Monaban in The Detroit Free Press

The “Battle of the Osage” was fought in the latter part of October 1864. There were two engagements, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

During the morning fight the present Governor of Missouri, Gen. Marmaduke, was taken prisoner. I was a participator in the charge made by the Union forces, and an eye-witness of his capture, although his identify was not known for a half hour afterwards. The country for miles in the Osage region is broken prairie; the ground undulating; the hills and hollows seeming to run parallel. It was, therefore, a model battle ground, and, in reading the accounts of the English campaign in the Soudan, I was reminded vividIy of our pursuit of the Confederates through Missouri.

Just after crossing the dry bed of the Osage River, we heard skirmishing, and soon came in sight of the enemy formed in line of battle, and waiting for us. I was captain of Company H, Tenth Missouri Cavalry, Col. Bertine commander, and Gen. Pleasanton, brigade commander. My position was on the left, as we drew up in line. During my four years’ service I had seen many wonderful sights, and had been in some very close quarters. But had never seen 9000 horsemen drawn up in battle array, and the sight was certainly a thrilling one. I believe I am safe in saying that since the battle of the Pyramids in Egypt, modern warfare had not seen the like. The enemy were well supported by their artillery, and as I looked across the intervening space I could see the mouths of the cannon. While we sat on our horses waiting for orders, Gens. Pleasanton and Curtis came riding down between the lines. As they passed me I heard Pleasanton say, “We must come together now.” These words, and the ominous looks of the cannon, assured me that a serious moment was at hand. I had $600 about me, and I put it into an official en-velope. I then directed it to my sister, and gave it to our surgeon, with the request to forward it in case of my death, or as the boys were in the habit of saying, in case I did not “come out.”

At last the bugle sounded the charge. The long lines surged in and out, but no advance was made.

Again the bugle rang out on the still air, and again the lines wavered. Then suddenly a rider on a white horse burst through the ranks and rode at the foe. Like an avalanche we followed. In the excitement every fear vanished, and we rode through the enemy’s ranks, dispersing them right and left. They had fired one volley and had no time to reload.

Thier right wing was completely cut off from the main body and surrounded. Having no other alternative, they surrendered, and we were soon busy dismounting them and hurrying them to the rear. On my way back with a _______ of prisoners, Gen Jas, Lane came to the front. He stopped and halfway through the crowd of __________ ___________ walked up to ______ _____ looking Confederate, held out his hand and said, “How do you do, Gen Marmaduke?” The man shook his hand warmly and after a few words, Gen. Lane walked away, taking Gen. Marmaduke with him. When taken, Gen. Marmaduke had on his hat a star and crescent. At the time no one knew him, and Col. Bentine noticing the ornaments cut them from his hat as trophies of war. The star when last heard from was in a museum in Chicago. Gen. Marmaduke had no insignia of office from which he could be distinguished from the common soldier, having a simple gray uniform and a large slouch hat. I have never learned who the rider on the white horse was that led the charge other than that he was a staff officer.

The Confederates made a stand again in the afternoon, forming in squares, but could not stand before our onslaught, and again retreated. That night horses and men lay down and slept together. So utterly worn out were we that no one thought of eating; going to sleep was so much easier.

Submitted by Ted Henderson