All articles extracted from the newspaper, The Marion Daily Republican
January
Mrs. Tabitha Wells died at three o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the state hospital at Anna. Mrs. Wells was born at Ava, Mo. August 6, 1870 and at the time of her death was 54 years, 4 months and 25 days of age. She was the daughter of David and Sara Marler. At the age of 17 she was married to S. A. D. Worrell. To this union six children were born, 5 who preceded their mother in death. April 22, 1913 the deceased was married to Charles Wells who survives her. She also leaves two daughters, Mrs. Will O’Neil and Mrs. Floyd Groves, both of Marion. Deceased was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at the home of W. P. O’Neil of Marion and interment will be at the Maplewood Cemetery. Jan 1, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Marshall Jarvis, Johnston City 25
\Selina Uzzle, Johnston City 21
/Walter Cox, Herrin 19
\Mable Jarvis, Blairsville 17
/Miram H. McMillan, Wolf Creek 54
\Mary Collier, Goreville 50
/George L. Hill, Johnston City 21
\Georgia Burgess, Johnston City 20
/Lester Ridgeway, Makanda 21
\Hazel Hall, Makanda 18
/Ralph C. Boren, Carterville 21
\Carlon Mae Presley, Carterville 19 Jan 1, 1925
Stanley Smith, a widower of Herrin was arrested for having intoxicating liquor in his possession and sentenced to sixty days in the county jail. In the meantime, his two daughters, ages nine and fourteen years, wrote a letter to their father in jail telling him they were cold and starving at their home on 7th Street in Herrin. Jan 1, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Rinella of 704 North Johnson Street announce the arrival of a New Year’s baby born to them at 7:50 A.M. January 1st and have named him Ernest. Jan 1, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Finis Fairhart of Marion Rt.1 announce the arrival of a baby born December 31st at their home, the fifth child of the family. Jan 1, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Whittington of North Vicksburg Street are the proud parents of a fine 8 pound baby girl born December 31, 1924. Jan 1, 1925
Main News Events Of 1924
January
Joe Barringer’s home destroyed by fire
Joseph B. Smith, fireman, killed by C.B.&Q. train at Herrin
Cecil Nicholson died
State Militia ordered to Marion, Glenn Young acquitted of assault charge on Paul Corder
Body of Joe Yoka, who hung himself near Pittsburg found by skaters
George Willis died
Dr. Black purchased Marion Hospital
Mine explosion at Johnston City killed 33 and injured 7 at East Side Mine
Wilbur Stone killed in automobile accident
Carl McInturff electrocuted
February
Benjamin Goodwin, age 92, died at Creal Springs
Nancy E. Pulley died
A. C. Lowlery killed at Madison No. 9
Robert S. H. Hendrickson died
Sheriff George Galligan arrested for murder of Caesar Cagle
Galligan taken to jail at Urbana
Spiller D. Lewis died
William B. Cox, died from injuries received in the mines.
Roy Pennington died
John M. Davis died
William Wiggs died at Corinth
March
Opening of Hub (Clothing Store) on square
Charls Parks and Joe McKoskey (McCoskey?) of Marion jailed by Federal Judge
Sheriff Galligan and John Layman indicted
Jim Long sentenced to jail
C. W. Stafford sells grocery store to Phillips
Mrs. Katherine Purdy burned to death
Guy Walker sentenced to prison
Mrs. John Greeney died
Lucille Cash and Forrest Robinson married
William Kelton died
Charles Birger sent to jail for one year
Cebern Harris and Flossie Cagle married
Walter Harris, colored, shot and killed at Colp
April
Williams Hotel opened
Clyde H. Perry died at Pittsburg
J. R. Swinney dropped dead
Henry Tullos, Negro, confesses killing Orangie Walker at Colp last September
Mrs. W. A. Perrine died at Herrin
Cora Moore and Dennis Lawrence married
Charles Borum and Lucille Booth married
Mrs. Terry Davis died
Riley S. Hartwell died
Ruth Crosson killed in auto wreck
Mrs. Opal Cutrell died
Elza Cash undertaking company moves in new home on South Van Buren Street
May
A. R. Kent, high school teacher disappeared
Fire destroyed Ben Sparks barn and three automobiles
Orval Morgan of Johnston City died
Josiah Davis died
Mrs. Ellen Carter died
Noah Hunter died
Mrs. Thomas Mitchell died
Slayer of Jack Skelcher undetermined by Coroner’s jury
Clarence Crain, war veteran, died
Glenn Young and wife were shot from ambush near Okawville
Jack Skelcher, alleged Young assailant killed near Herrin
Mrs. Anna Mitchell died
Zoe Campbell and Fay Luyster married
Leslie Lee and Lawrence Campbell married
June
Hattie Grobe died
Lucretia Tyner died
Mrs. Anna Mangrum died
Mrs. Ann Thompson died at Johnston City
Robert Sanders and Dora Marie Alexander marry
Warder Batson and J. R. Gleb commissioned lieutenants in Reserve Corps
Finley Jones of Herrin killed in mine accident
Lloyd Sullins and Gwendolyn Weber married
Walter Harris died
Judson Fleming and Ruth Kemper married
Ralph Poe killed by concrete mixer on hard road
Rosen Tanner died
Thomas Owens kills self by drinking carbolic acid
Walter Johnson and Vella Norman married
July
Grant Swafford died
Elmer Stanley and Helen Kent married
Sally Cash of near Hudgens died
Cline Vick opens beauty parlor
Larue Swinney and Callie Logan married
Edmond Moss died at Anna Hospital
Carter Johnson and Ruth Whitesides married
Jeff Deming of Scottsboro died
Noah Killman died near Crab Orchard
Glen Young removed as Klan Kleagle
Beulah McAlpin and R. L. Jacobs married
John Crompton of Herrin indicted and held without bail for slaying Jack Skelcher
William Choate died
Hosea Cagle killed in auto crash
Dr. Gilbert White opens Marion office
Mrs. Emma Stanley Rinehart died at Herrin
August
Mrs. Pearl Norman weds W. F. Green at Benton
Opal Grace and Thomas Coonce married
Isabelle Crosley died at Anna Hospital
James K. Parks funeral held
Herman Burbes died
Peter Vaiksnis of Johnston City charged with stamping wife to death
Charles Delaney escaped jail
Joseph Gestrutas of Herrin kills self
Mrs. Sarah Arms died
R. Kimmel died at Creal
Leonard Brummit died from injuries received in mine
Albert Adams of Herrin electrocuted in mine
The Shelton brothers released from charge of killing Caesar Cagle
September
Velma Fairless and Earl Goddard married
Lell Cooksey and Ray Nolen married
Harry Bauders of Herrin killed in auto crash
Corner stone laid for Second Baptist Church
Mrs. Ada Dunham died at Creal Springs
Maurine Collins and Martin B. Odum married
Sidney Gepford, high school coach, killed self
Terry Sanders and Miss Fay Forsythe married in Chicago
Neil Hughes died at West Frankfort Hospital
Wansom Watson died of injuries in mine at Herrin
Mrs. Louis Graves shot and killed her husband
Dr. Joseph R. Baker of Pittsburg died
Will Morgan’s home destroyed by fire
Ray Bearden died of injuries received in mines
Bracy building destroyed by fire
Ruby Harrington Tate admitted her part in murder of her husband, Jodie
Harrington.
Robert Tate confessed he helped poison Jodie Harrington
Herman Phemister died of injuries received in Smith Garage of Herrin
October
Galligan, Duty, Bowen indicted for murder
Dr. J. W. Cummins starts sixth year as local M. E. pastor
Mrs. Mary Paul’s funeral held
Hattie Homer died
Harry S. Woolsey electrocuted at Ice and Cold Storage Company at Herrin
Reece Tyner and Wavey Conley married
Ike Collier filed bond for murder of Edgar Potter of Creal Springs
Mrs. Polly Ann Morris died
Thelma Thorpe and Roy Raybourn married
Mrs. Lavina Schafer Brown died
John L. Whiteside moved garage to East Goodall Street
Funeral of Edward Jones, formerly of Marion at Taylorville
Glenn Young denounced Democratic ticket
Will Bruce’s home destroyed by fire
Robert Tate attempted suicide in Jail
Ditio found guilty of killing of Fred Slater and sentenced to 16 years in the penitentiary
John Williams shot and killed his brother Twitty Williams at Freeman
Domineck Brizzi killed by unknown party
November
Dannie Yahoni, Italian child, run over and killed by Anna Mae Campbell
Ernest Holland and Mable Lodge married
Everett W. Culbreth died
Pleasant G. Brush died
Mrs. Sarah A. Moore died at Herrin
Mrs. Martha Sullins died
H. L. Ray killed by train near Lake Creek
Bennie Nunn, Colp boy, accidentally shot and killed Richard Patton
Mable Benton and Herbert Jones married
John F. Lewis, squire married Mrs. Sophia Cawthon
Dr. J. T. Black filed bond on charges of murder
Jake Cacciabindo (Cacciabaudo?) shot and killed by Clifton Hatcher
December
Mrs. Nora Taylor committed suicide
George Hill died
Mitchell Rogers of Hen–in killed himself
Mrs. Anna Troutman died
Mrs. Celinda Pease died
Mrs. Beatrice Edmonds died at Pittsburg
Hight sentenced to life in prison
Clay Ingram killed in accident
Mary Sinks and Arvel Bogard married
Funeral of David Gahm who died in California
Fred Bain of Energy killed at Taylor Mine Jan I, 1925
Mable Mae Doughty of Pittsburg passed away at the family residence in that city Thursday, January 1, 1925. Mrs. Doughty was born near Corinth May 21, 1901 and was the daughter of S.L. and Ada Garret. She is survived by five half-brothers, Algie, Earl, Sylvia Adel, Ivan and Tena Mae Garret, all of Arkansas. She was united in marriage on January 2, 1922 to Earl Doughty and to this union one child, June age one year, was born. Cause of death was tuberculosis. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at the Shiloh Chapel and interment occurred at Shiloh Cemetery. Jan 2, 1925
Johnie Pogue of Crab Orchard was coming along the west hard road near the C.B. & Q. bridge, when he was struck by a car. He was run over by three cars before he received help. The last man that ran over him picked him up and brought him to the Marion Hospital. Pogue received several injuries on his chest and legs but none were serious. Jan 2, 1925
Miss Pearl Roberts of Marion was married to Claude Cox of Carterville on December 27, 1924. The new Mrs. Cox is the daughter of Mrs. Ed B. Roberts of Marion. Mr. Cox is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cox of Carterville. Jan 2, 1925
Newly elected coroner, George Bell of Clifford has purchased a home at 1809 West Cherry Street in Marion and has moved into his new residence. Jan 2, 1925
Mrs. Katherine Rosine Horner of near Carbondale died December 21, 1924 in the Holden Hospital, aged 68 years and 13 days. Mrs. Horner was born in Whittenburg, Germany December 8, 1856, the daughter of Henry and Henrika Schnek. The father now is 85 years old and resides near Vergennes. She was the wife of John W. Horner. She leaves her husband and father and three children, William M. Horner, Centralia, Henry H. Horner, Carbondale and Mrs. Effie Hill, Carbondale. Five sisters, Mrs. Henry Weber Murphysboro, Mrs. Mary Wilkinson, Pinckneyville, Mrs. J. T. Bowyer near Carterville, Mrs. Jake Bechlettifi near Oraville and Mrs. Joseph Collins, Murphysboro and Henry Schenk, Jr. Vergennes also survive. Interment was in Oakland Cemetery, Carbondale. Jan 2, 1925
Franklin Marshall Bennett passed away at his home at 1614 West Main Street Friday afternoon. He was born January 12, 1836 in Union County to Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bennett and moved to Marion at the age of five years. He was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church of White Ash. He was married to Emma Manier of Marion and after the death of his first wife he later married Mrs. Addie Vole of Marion. Mr. Bennett leaves his wife and one son, Dave Bennett of California. Interment will occur at Fountain Cemetery. Jan 2, 1925
According to the Cairo Bulletin of January, a marriage license was issued for Paul Simpson and Nellie Stanley, both of Marion. Mrs. Simpson will be remembered as Mrs. Guy Stanley of North State Street. Jan 2, 1925
Mrs. Josephine Kee of Herrin, mother of William R. Kee former Marion attorney, passed away at her home in Herrin Friday morning at the age of 68 years, 2 months and 4 days. The deceased was born at Blue Jay, Sanning County, Georgia. She moved to Herrin 18 years ago and had resided there since. She was united in marriage to John Kee 47 years ago. The surviving children are, William R. Kee, Mae Kee, Mrs. Saidia Long and Mrs. Tom Wells, all of Herrin. Funeral services to be conducted at the Methodist Church in Hen–in and interment will occur at the Herrin City Cemetery. Jan 3, 1925
Raymond Shaw is now the owner of the furniture department of the Duncan-Baker Hardware Co., while the hardware department has been taken over by the Duncan Spiller-McArthy Hardware Co. Mr. Shaw has resided in Marion for twenty-four years and has been connected with the store for the past ten years. The store will be called Shaw Furniture Co. Jan 3, 1925
Pittsburg A shower party was given Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Springs who were married Christmas at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and. Mrs. James Howerton, Tuesday night. Jan 3, 1925
Sheriff George Galligan and son, George, Jr. were the guests of Sheriff Galligan’s sister, Mrs. E. B. Dangerfield in Herrin Friday. Jan 3, 1925
Thomas Edmond Shotton passed away at the family residence, 1305 North Glendale Street Saturday evening. The deceased was born in Spillertown March 3, 1912 and at the time of his death was 11 years and 10 months of age. He was the son of Tommy and Emily Shotton. Besides his parents the deceased leaves three brothers and two sisters, Harry aged 10 years; Anna aged 8 years; Jack aged 7 years; Morane aged 3 years and Howard aged 9 months, also a nephew Charles Fryer aged 12 years. Funeral services were conducted at the home Monday with interment at the Maplewood Cemetery. The young lad fell on the ice about a week ago and his death was the result of injuries sustained by the fall. Jan 5, 1925
Robert H. Jeter passed away in this city Sunday morning January 4th at 8:10 a.m. at the home of his sister, Mrs. Robert Bryan. Mr. Jeter was born in Marion on November 10, 1875 and was the son of Ben H. and May A. (Lamaster) Jeter. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Marion. The deceased was united in marriage to Madeline Hurst of Mt. Carmel twelve years ago. His wife preceded him in death six years ago. Mr. Jeter leaves five brothers and three sisters, Ed, Fred, Cullen and Leonard Jeter, all of Marion, Ernest of Carterville, Mrs. Jane Stroud, Mrs. R. F. Bryan of Marion and Mrs. Ethel Goodwin of Cape Girardeau, Mo. He served as a Corporal in the Spanish-American War and was honorably discharged in 1899. At the time of his death, he was manager of the Bryan Store Company of Marion. Funeral services Thursday at the First Methodist Church. Interment will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery. Jan 5, 1925
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at Coal Bank Springs Chapel for Mrs. Clarissa Tanner of Stonefort who passed away Sunday evening at 8 o’clock. Mrs. Tanner was born at Stonefort fifty-eight years ago and was the daughter of Rufus and Annie (Stephens) Parker. She was united in marriage to Marion Tanner thirty-two years ago and to this union four children were born, Herman Tanner of Pittsburg, Rt.1; Curt Tanner of Creal Springs; Ira Tanner of Stonefort, Rt. 2 and Mrs. Ora Fife of Harrisburg Rt. 2. The deceased has six brothers to mourn his departure, Silas Parker of West Frankfort, George, Otis and Alva Parker all of Wichita, Kansas and Sherman and Aud Parker of Kansas. Interment occurred at Coal Bank Cemetery. Jan 5, 1925
Funeral services were conducted at Mt. Herron Church near Goreville for Mrs. Pearl Stout who died Monday January 5th at 11 a.m. from appendicitis. The deceased leaves a husband, Fred Stout and four children, Ray 8, Eugene 6, Juanita 4 and Irene 8 months. She was 27 years old and has lived at Wayside near Goreville most of her life. Jan 6, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rex are the proud parents of an eight-and-a-half-pound boy who arrived at their home at 106 West Goodall Street on Saturday morning, January 3rd and has been named Edward Neal Jr. This is the first child in the family. Jan 6. 1925
News of the marriage of Miss Reba Parmley and Robert Cole both of Marion on April 27, 1924 at Ulin, Illinois was recently learned. Mrs. Cole is the youngest daughter of Mrs. Alice Parmley of 102 South Liberty Street and will finish her studies at M.T.H.S. this year. Mr. Cole is the son of Mrs. 0. 0. Cole of South Court Street and graduated from M.T.H.S. last year and entered the School of Pharmacy in St. Louis. Jan 6, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Jesse Owens, Benton 21
\Hattie Clark, Benton 22
/Lucian Leaver, Harrisburg 21
\Essie Priest, Harrisburg 18
/Clyde Coleman, Carbondale 21
\Neva Hodges, Cobden 21
/Murray Masion, Herrin 21
\Ina Sanders, Herrin 17
/Clarence W. Prince, Marion 21
\Mable Howerton, Pittsburg 16
/Walter Hulsey, Herrin 19
\Ethel Quillman, Herrin 23 Jan 6, 1925
Bill For Divorce—Martha Sweeney vs. Sam Sweeney February 1925 Jan 6, 1925
Bill For Divorce and Custody of Child– Ethel M. Whitledge vs. Charles M. Whitledge Jan 6, 1925
Bill For Divorce – Robert E. Brigham vs. Georgia Brigham Jan 6, 1925
Dr. J. G. Parmley left Monday for Miami, Florida where he expects to spend the remainder of the winter. Jan 6, 1925
S. Glenn Young, noted Williamson County Ku Klux Klan raider, has quit raiding for a living and turned to ‘slinging hash.” Young is now operating a café in Herrin. Jan 7, 1925
Herrin Mrs. Frank Adams is seriously ill at her home on South 22nd Street. Jan 7, 1925
Attorney and Mrs. Charles Murrah are entertaining her sister, Miss M. D. Colan of Chicago at their home on S. Park Ave. Jan 7, 1925
Mrs. Julia Mitchell returned to her home in Metropolis after visiting with her son F.G. Mitchell and family for the past two weeks. Jan 7, 1925
The residence of Mrs. Minnie Vaughan of 1000 South 13th Street was completely destroyed by fire Saturday morning about 2 a.m. Jan 7, 1925
Pittsburg Mrs. Mable Mae Doughty died at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fate Smith, New Years Day. She was 23 years old and had been ill about one month. When Mae was an infant her mother departed this life. She leaves her husband, Earl Doughty and her baby, June. The funeral was held at Shiloh Church followed by burial in the Shiloh Cemetery. Jan 7, 1925
Marion Personals Mrs. Frank Pinson and son Loren Eugene, of East Marion Street left for St. Louis where the little boy will see a specialist. Jan 7,1925
Dewey Brush accepted a position as teacher at the Logan School to fill the vacancy made by Miss Gertrude Smith who resigned her position to attend the S.I.N.U. at Carbondale. Jan 7, 1925
Mrs. Cora Bradley and children, Lucille and Lorene are spending a few days with her aunt, Mrs. Tom Williams of Cypress. Jan 7, 1925
Mrs. W. H. Rix of West Central Street is spending the week with her son, Stanley Rix at Corinth assisting in the care of his young daughter, Mary, who has been quite sick. Jan 7, 1925
Raymond Fuca, six-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fuca of 501 East Main Street was seriously injured when Mrs. Lanta Neely’s Maxwell Coupe ran over him. The boy was playing in front of the Logan School and ran out in front of the moving car. Before Mrs. Neely could stop the car’s two front wheels had passed over the child’s stomach. The child was immediately taken to the Marion Hospital. Jan 7, 1925
Ora Edward Levelsmier of Carbondale and Miss Thelma Mae O’Keefe of Stonefort were married Wednesday just after midnight. Levelsmier is a switchman at Carbondale and came here before going on duty to obtain his license then drove here to be married after his night’s work was over. He is the son of Henry Levelsmier and his bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank O’Keefe of Stonefort. The new Mrs. Levelsmier has been employed in Carbondale for some time. Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Jarrett of Carbondale witnessed the double ring ceremony. Jan 7, 1925
The case of Robert and Ruby Tate, charged with the murder of Mrs. Tate’s first husband, Jodie Herrington is set for January 13th. Jan 8, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Mckinney of 1714 West Cherry Street have a baby girl born at their home January 6th and the first child in the family. The mother was formerly Miss Minnie Hunsinger of Carterville. Jan 8, 1925
Herrin Charles Calcaterra underwent an operation at the hospital last week for the extraction of a bullet in the left arm. Charles was severely shot December 24th by an unknown person in Johnston City while attending a dance. The operation proved unsuccessful, as the bullet could not be removed. Jan 8, 1925
Miss Adelaide Graham who attends McKendree University, Leon Zwick who attends the Washington University St. Louis, Willamae Gassaway and Gladys Bateman who attend the Woman’s College at Jacksonville, all returned to school after spending the holidays with family here. Jan 8, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Morgan of East Charles Street are the proud parents of a baby girl born to them January 4th, the second child and first daughter. They named her Thelma Louise. The mother was formerly Flossie Davis of Cypress. Jan 8. 1925
Born January 5th to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mccuan of Marion a baby girl, the first child of the family. They named her Mary Lou. Jan 8, 1925
R. M. Gent of Carbondale, formerly of Johnston City, passed away in Carbondale Monday morning at the age of 79 years. Mr. Gent was married to Mrs. J. A. Campbell who survives along with the following children, J.M. Gent, Johnston City, Mrs. Candis Owen, Johnston City, Mrs. Richard Barringer, Marion, Joe Gent, Marion, Will Gent, Carterville, George Gent, Johnston City and John Campbell, stepson, of Carbondale. Jan 8, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Elmer Haman, Blairsville 25
\Emma Fries, Marion 21
/Allen C. Hancock, Stonefort 21
\Clara Trammel, Stonefort 21
/George Blades, Johnston City 27
\Marie Kane, Johnston City 17 Jan 9, 1925
Creal Springs Mrs. Nora Wright of Marion visited with her parents, Mr. & Mrs. J.J. Simpson of Creal Springs. Jan 9, 1925
The Misses Carmen and Emma White of Paducah visited with their grandparents of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. White of Creal Spring Jan 9, 1925
Carbondale, Jan 9 Henry Sanders, 64, for more than 30 years a resident of Carbondale, died at his home there late yesterday from heart trouble. Mr. Sanders was born in Marion, July 12, 1860 and was the son of James Tass and Rachel Sanders. At the age of 24 he married Ida M. Winchester. To this union five children were born, two are dead and three are living, Mrs. J. E. Wood of West Frankfort, Ed of Cambria and Joe of Largo, Fla. His wife died September 18, 1903. He married Mrs. Elizabeth Robertson, widow of E. S. Robertson, in December 1903. To this union four children were born who are all living, Lena, Mrs. Shirley Vincent, Estella and Mildred, all of Carbondale. His parents died when he was a child and he was brought to Carbondale by his aunt, Mrs. Harriet Douglas, who lived on a farm west of Carbondale. He lived with her until she married Dr. Edwards of Carbondale, then he lived with them until the death of his aunt. The funeral services were at the Christian Church and burial was at Oakland Cemetery. Jan 9, 1925
Two Williamson County babies appeared in the January issue of the Missouri Pacific Magazine, Pauline Frances, 3 years and Evelyn Louise, 4 years, daughters of Engineer William Bencini of Bush. Jan 9. 1925
Bill For Divorce—Robert E. Brigham vs. Georgia E. Brigham Jan 9, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. John Nelson Crutchfield are the proud parents of a baby son who arrived at their home in Marion on Thursday morning, January 8, 1925 at 2:00 o’clock. They named him John Nelson, Jr. Mr. Crutchfield is employed at Parks Pharmacy in this city. Jan 9, 1925
J.L. Burns and family who have been living on Route 2, Johnston City, have moved to 325 Snider Street, Carterville. Jan 9, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hamann were married in Marion last Sunday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. at the Zion Evangelical Church. Clarence Kraemer and Miss Kate Fries, sister of the bride, attended them. They will reside in Belleville. Jan 10, 1925
The marriage of Lee Sullivan and Verna Colin Church took place on January 3 in Chicago. Mrs. Sullivan was music director at the Marion Township High School for two years. Mr. Sullivan is the son of Mrs. E. G. Sullivan of Marion and is a graduate of Northwestern University of Chicago. He is now practicing law in Chicago. Jan 10, 1925
U. S. District Attorney W. 0. Potter left Saturday for Florida on a vacation trip with Mrs. Potter. Before leaving, Judge Potter said he had no official advice of an investigation, but that federal agents were in and out of his office all of the time, going over his records and that at the time Glenn Young made charges against him, he invited an investigation as a means of proving the falsehood of Young’s charges. Jan 12, 1925
The case of People vs. Hildon Artman of Herrin who was charged with shooting his stepfather Claude Pierce in Herrin last year will be heard Monday in Circuit Court. Jan 12, 1925
An unknown assailant stabbed Troy Fogle Saturday evening at his home in Weaver, near Herrin. He was stabbed below the heart and was rushed to the Herrin Hospital in serious condition. According to A.T. Doerr of Herrin who went to Weaver after Fogle, several of the men had been drinking and Fogle was not in condition to give the exact facts of the stabbing. Jan 12, 1925
Jail News Robert Tate, confessed poisoner of Jodie Herrington of Johnston City was moved from the Williamson County Jail Friday to Murphysboro because he created disturbances in the jail talking to his wife. Jan 12, 1925
Cordie Croft of Cambria who is alleged to have passed six saws into the prisoners in the jail recently is reported sick. Jan 12, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Wright are the proud parents of a baby boy who arrived at their home on East Main Street at 12:30 a.m. Monday. The young man weighed 81/2-pounds. This is the first grandchild in both families of A. P. Wright and Bruce Coogan. Jan 12, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. William Joplin of Marion a baby boy on January 11th, the third child of the family. Jan 12, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Eldridge Cox of Marion Route 3 are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born to them January 4th and have named him Fred Milton. Jan 12,1925
Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Miller of North Monroe Street motored to Carterville to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Smith. Jan 12, 1925
Mrs. A. D. Young and daughter, Winifred, have been in South Bend, Indiana visiting her mother, Mrs. G. L. Bunker. Jan 12, 1925
The Coroner’s Jury investigating the death of Jackie Clingman who was killed by a truck driven by A. J. Harris at Johnston City on Friday, held that Mr. Harris did everything he could to prevent the accident and that he was not to blame for the death. Jan 13, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Carter of 909 West Chestnut announce the arrival of a baby girl at their home January 12th, the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Clio Dorris. Jan 13, 1925
A fire early Tuesday afternoon destroyed the roof and badly damaged the second floor of the recently remodeled residence of James R. Spiller in Thorne Place. Jan 13, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/ William Boden, Clifford 52
\Mrs. Nellie Dewitt, Clifford 23
/Michael Pilkevich, Herrin 37
\Margaret Predolka, Herrin 21
/L. E. Franklin, Carterville 61
\Richard Tanner, Carterville 58
/Kelley Mudy, East St. Louis 22
\Georgia Mann, Johnston City 19
/Mike Uakenski, Freeman 21
\Eva Spagnoll, Freeman 18 Jan 13, 1925
The Ford Coupe belonging to E. H. Elder of this city disappeared Tuesday evening and when recovered was found abandoned near Scranton Mine. W. B. Hughes’ Ford Coupe was stolen in a similar way a few days ago and was found abandoned at the side of the road. Jan 14, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Collier of 707 South Court Street announce the arrival of a fine baby boy at their home January 12th, and the second child of the family. Jan 14,1925
Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Cober left for Placentia, California where they will visit for the next two months with their son, William Cober who is in the hardware business in that thriving Southern California city. Jan 14, 1925
A party of Herrin High School pupils were out for a joy ride on the hard road between Herrin and Johnston City when they lost control of their car, which crashed into the ditch killing one and injuring the other four occupants. The fatalities were:
Edwin E. Duncan, killed
Leo Chamness, injured
William Williams, injured
Miss Ethel Burke, injured
Miss Cecelia Churnels, injured
Duncan is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Duncan of Royalton. His father was former water commissioner in Herrin and the youth had remained there to complete his school. He had been rooming with Dr. and Mrs. G. C. Chamness, whose son, Leo Chamness, was also in the car. They were all in the Dodge Sedan owned by Dr. Chamness, but being driven by William Williams. All of the occupants in the car were seniors in Herrin High School except Miss Burke who is a sophomore. They had been to the senior party at the High School and after the party had decided to go to Johnston City. William Williams, the driver, lost control of the car just west of the narrow bridge near the Burlington tracks entering Herrin on the east. Every bone in the head of Edwin was mashed and crushed while his face and body was cut badly and his face was barely recognizable. The deceased was seventeen years of age and one of five children, having one brother, Brooks, assistant cashier of the City National Bank of Herrin, three sisters, Wanda, bookkeeper at the Franklin Coal Company’s Store at Royalton, Mina, student at S.I.N.U. and Jean at home. The body will lie in state at the home of John Glenn in Herrin. Funeral services will be Friday at Cambria. Jan 15, 1925
Mrs. Herman Garrison of North Logan Street had an operation at the Holden Hospital at Carbondale. Jan 14, 1925
Georgia Mann of Johnston City may be only nineteen years of age, but she certainly has speed when it comes to being divorced and married in the same day. City Judge R.R. Fowler of Marion granted the divorce of Georgia Mann and Delbert Mann both of Johnston City. Delbert Mann was sent to the penitentiary for felony on October 6, 1924 and according to law his wife, Georgia Mann was granted a divorce. While City Judge R. R. Fowler was entering the case on the divorce record Mrs. Mann and Kelly Munday of East St. Louis, had gone across the hall from the circuit clerk’s office to the county clerk’s office and had a marriage license issued. They went to Johnston City where Rev. George A. Dunn, pastor of the First Methodist Church married them. Jan 15, 1925
Palzo Mr. and Mrs. Dent Tanner are the proud parents of a baby girl. The mother was formerly Miss Ruth Beltz. Jan 15. 1925
People of Palzo were very sorry to hear of the death of Rebert Throgmorton. Jan 15, 1925
Mrs. Mabala Boles who resided at the Williamson County farm died on Wednesday after being seriously burned while living at the farm. Mrs. Boles was passing the fire place Wednesday morning and her dress caught on fire. Before the flames could be extinguished, they had enveloped her body and she had inhaled some of the flames. Medical attention was immediately obtained but she passed away later due to the fatal injuries she received. The deceased was born June 11, 1854 on the J. T. Hill farm near Marion and at the time of her death was seventy-one years of age. She was united in marriage to Solomon Boles who passed away seven years ago. Mrs. Boles leaves three brothers and three sisters to mourn her departure, namely W. R. Hill and R. Hill who resides five miles from Marion, Mrs. J. H. Moak of Danville, Mrs. Martha Owens of Centralia and Pete McAnally of Marion. Funeral services were held Thursday at the county farm and interment occurred at the farm. Jan 15, 1925
George Dahmer, a farmer who resides three miles east of Marion, was painfully injured Wednesday afternoon when R. W. Gossage of Freedom knocked him off a load of hay onto the pavement. Mr. Gossage was arrested Wednesday by Ora Thomas and placed in the county jail where he will await action by the grand jury. Jan 15,1925
Morris Beal of Johnston City was instantly killed Thursday morning while working at Franco Coal Company’s Mine No. 1 near Paulton. Beal was employed as a miner and while loading a coal car in his room Thursday morning when slate fell on him and over two ton of coal fell on his body and completely buried him with the exception of his head. His brother who worked in the same room with him was seriously injured by the fall of slate but his injuries are not thought to be fatal. Jan 15, 1925
Miss Eva Young was recently re-elected Postmistress of the house of Representatives of the Fifty-Fourth General Assembly, this being her third successive term. While the Legislature is adjourned, she will be at home with her mother, Mrs. George W. Young in Marion. Jan 15, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Absher of 802 West Union Street Tuesday, January 13th, a 9 1/2 pound baby girl. The little Miss will be known as Lynne Mae. Jan 16, 1925
Lory Price, state traffic officer, has been appointed first sergeant of Company I of Marion and John W. Copeland of South Copeland Street has been appointed first sergeant of Company K of Marion, both the 344th reserve infantry regiment. Both young men served with honor during the World War. Copeland was in the C.M.T.C. last summer at Camp Custer and acted as the “top kick” for his company then. Jan 16, 1925
William Bradley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Minto Bradley of Marion, tried to help his mother on Thursday by getting the fire to burn more. To speed things up he threw some kerosene on the fire, which exploded in his face. The boy was badly burned about the mouth and face, but was experiencing very little pain on Friday. Jan 16, 1925
The dead body of Ambert Carnaghi of Herrin was found in Williams Woods near Herrin Saturday morning by his little sister who was hunting for him. Friday afternoon the young man went out with his gun, telling the family he was going hunting. He did not return that night but the family was no uneasy as he was in the habit of visiting with boyfriends and staying all night. Saturday morning when he did not return the younger sister went out in search of her brother and found him dead in the woods. It is supposition that while hunting he accidentally fell on his gun discharging the shot in his abdomen. He was probably killed instantly from the indications. The boy was sixteen years of age and had finished school last year. Jan 17, 1925
Creal Springs Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Starrick were called to West Frankfort Monday on account of the death of his sister, Mrs. Christena Clark who was stricken with paralysis and died January 6. At the time of her death she was 65 years, 8 months and 9 days of age. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of West Frankfort where the funeral services was held with burial at West Frankfort Cemetery. Jan 17, 1925
John Dupont of Marion called on his aunt, Teen Dupont Sunday. Jan 17, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Bailey of South Midway Street January 17th a seven-pound baby girl, Jewell Junita, the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Bertha Cox. Jan 17, 1925
Mrs. Margaret Ploeger passed away at the home of her son, Charles Ploeger, Thursday evening. The deceased was born in St. Louis on March 8, 1844 and was 80 years, 10 months and 7 days of age. She was united in marriage in about 1870 to Christian Ploeger and to this union three children were born, Elizabeth Ploeger of Anna, Anna Ploeger of St. Louis and Charles Ploeger of Marion. Besides the three children she leaves one half-sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Gowan of St. Louis. She was preceded in death by one brother Henry Tillman, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Gilbert. Funeral services were conducted at the home of Charles Ploeger and interment occurred at the Maplewood Cemetery. Jan 17, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Blackburn entertained at their home Sunday with dinner in honor of the birthday of both Aud Travelstead and Gib Blackburn, Jan 19, 1925
Mrs. Mina Dermond Kelley passed away at the family residence, 600 East Carter Street Sunday, December {probably meant January) 18, 1925 at six o’clock in the evening. The deceased was born at Glendale, Ill. and was the daughter of N. M. Lawrence. Besides her parents who reside on East Beech Street in Marion, she leaves a husband and three children, Earl Dermond age 12, Curtis Dermond age 9 and Carl Mack Dermond age 3. She leaves three brothers and three sisters, Mrs. Lefford Webb of Bush, Mrs. John Wooten of Marion, Mrs. Logan Carpenter of Danville, Ado Lawrence of Detroit, Mich., Troy Lawrence of Marion and Stepehen Lawrence of Marion. She was united in marriage to Everett Kelley in Marion. The deceased was a member of the Pentecostal Church at Creal Springs. Funeral services will be held at the Goddard Tuesday afternoon and interment will occur at Maplewood Cemetery. Jan 19, 1925
Mrs. Hallie Cargle is in the Hen–in Hospital suffering severe cuts and bruises about the face and body from injuries she received late Saturday evening when she was struck by a car driven by Roy Hagler on South Park Avenue in Herrin. Mrs. Cargle is a nurse and was on her way to the Herrin Hospital to take care of Mrs. Charles Cargle who is a patient there. Jan 19, 1925
Miss Maurine Hill and father, R. E. Hill of Carterville were slightly injured last Friday evening while enroute from Carterville to Herrin to attend a basketball game. The machine they were driving turned over in the creek between Herrin and Colp. Miss Hill was more severely injured than her father and a passing motorist took them to the Herrin Hospital where they remained until Saturday morning. Jan 2Q, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/William Cleters Hamilton, Harrisburg 22
\Ruth Wilson, Harrisburg 16
/Lloyd Gill, Galatia 24
\Helen Johnston, Galatia 19
/John Hansel, Johnston City 24
\Mary E. Pry, Johnston City 18
/James Brush, Marion 21
\Myrtle Clark, Marion 21
/Burgess Clark, Herrin 23
\Clara McMullan, Herrin 19
/Martin McWherter, Johnston City 21
\Furnie Cobb, Johnston City 19
/Loula Hornbarger, Marion 30
\Zella Mitchell, Marion 23
/Arthur Webb, Marion R. 5 18
\Opal Rush, Marion R. 5 17
/J. L. Compton, Herrin 18
\Ouita Council, Herrin 18 Jan 20, 1925
William Welge was taking his two sons to school at S.I.N.U. at Carbondale when his automobile collided with the concrete abutment of a bridge on the Carbondale-Marion hard road. Jan 20, 1925
Stephen Martin McWherter and Miss Furnie Burgess Cobb both of Johnston City were married at five o’clock Sunday afternoon in Marion. The groom is the son of Jethro McWherter of Johnston City and is employed as a teamster in that city. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cobb of Johnston City. Mr. and Mrs. Sam R. Moore witnessed the ceremony. Jan 20. 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Canada of 303 North Market Street a ten pound baby girl January 18th. She is the third child of the family and has been named Evelyn Marie. Jan 20, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. William Hodder of Marion announce the arrival of a seven-and-a-half-pound boy at their home January 19th, the second child of the family. Jan 20, 1925
Herrin Charles Vansaghi, the eleven years old son of Mr. and Mrs. Emilo Vansaghi is a patient at the hospital suffering severe injuries as a result of stealing a ride on a coal train last Friday evening near the C.W.F. mine switch. Chares, who is a pupil in the North Side School in company with several boys were riding a coal train and in attempting to alight he fell under the train and the right leg was severely cut and mashed, making it necessary to amputate the leg above the knee. Jan 20, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. Vernie McDonald of 1009 East Carter Street, a boy, James Wesley, January 16th, the second child of the family. Jan 20, 1925
A marriage license on Tuesday announces the marriage of Otley A. Monroe and Dorothy Batson. The marriage was performed on Tuesday evening and the newlyweds will make their home in Chicago. Mr. Monroe established the West Side Tailor Shop, now operated by his brother and served one term as Marion City Commissioner. He moved to Chicago a few months ago and is now a district manager for the Real Silk Hosiery Company with a large corps of workers under him. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Janie Batson of Marion. Jan 20, 1925
Mrs. Ollie Brummitt has been in Creal Springs a couple of weeks with her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ethel Brummitt, at the home of the latter’s aunt, Mrs. Amy Riddle. Mrs. Brummitt, whose husband, Leonard Brummitt died last summer following injuries received in the mine, is now the mother of a fine baby daughter. Jan 21, 1925
Mrs. Louise Elizabeth Dickinson died at her home in Pittsburg Sunday morning, January 18th at the age of 37 years, 10 months and 24 days. She was born five miles south of Marion on February 25, 1887 and was the daughter of Andrew and Anna (Funk) Fisher of Marion. She was united in marriage to William Henry Dickinson at Belleville on August 1, 1903. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, one son and three daughters, James, Dorothy, Carol and Ida Mae Dickinson at home. She also leaves her parents, three brothers, Oscar of Pittsburg, William and Roland of Marion and one sister, Mrs. Ida White of West Frankfort. The deceased was a member of the First Methodist Church of Marion. The funeral was held at the First Methodist Church of Pittsburg Sunday and interment occurred at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Jan 22, 1925
John Meadows, 13-year-old son of Logan Meadows of Scottsboro and James Allen, 10-year-old son of Vesper Allen of Marion, were arrested for loitering in West Frankfort Friday night while “out to see the sights.” They were returned home the next day. Jan 21, 1925
Friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Myron Roberts of Mat–ion surprised Mr. Roberts with a surprise birthday celebration at their home Saturday night, January 17th, in honor of his thirty-sixth birthday. Jan 21, 1925.
Herrin Funeral services were conducted Monday for Thomas Tripplett, who passed away at his home at 206 South 24th Street Saturday, January 17, 1925 after a lingering illness. Mr. Tripplett was 34 years, 1 month and 24 days old. His widowed mother and one sister of Dexter, Mo. and several brothers of Herrin survive him. Mr. Tripplett suffered from tuberculosis and underwent an operation for appendicitis at the hospital several weeks ago and death was not unexpected. The body was shipped to Dexter, Mo. where interment will take place Wednesday. Jan 21, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Greathouse of Route 6, January 6th a boy, Oscar, Jr. Jan 21, 1925
Marriage Licenses
Otley A. Monroe, Marion 34
Dorothy Batson, Marion 20
James Marks, Johnston City 24
Alene Pledger, Johnston City 18 Jan 21, 1925
Herrin The clothing shop of S. M. Stein in this city was partly destroyed by fire Wednesday evening. An electric iron caused the fire. Jan 22, 1925
Mrs. Flomona Duca passed away at the home of her son, Mike Duca on North Madison Street Wednesday evening at 9:30 p.m. The cause of death was asthma. She was born in Italy on November 2, 1845 and came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gratona Guafardo at an early age. She was united in marriage to Gratona Duca some fifty years ago and to this union three children were born, two are living in Marion, Mike Duca and Francis. The husband of the deceased preceded her in death about four years ago. Mrs. Duca was a member of the Roman Catholic Church of Herrin. Funeral services Friday at the family residence and interment will occur at the Maplewood Cemetery in Marion. Jan 22, 1925
Pittsburg The funeral of Mrs. Louise Elizabeth Dickinson was held at the family residence Tuesday afternoon at 1:30. It was one of the largest ever held in Pittsburg. The body was laid to rest in the 1.0.0.F. Cemetery in Marion. Jan 22, 1925
Claude Smith who was injured while driving a mule at Keystone is some better. Jan 22, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Len Walker are the proud parents of a baby girl. Jan 22, 1925
John Nowling is quite ill at his home with asthma. Jan 22, 1925
Friends and relatives gathered at the home of Orval Harris on East Carter Street Tuesday evening and surprised him with a dinner in honor of his twenty-first birthday. Jan 22, 1925
Poordo Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Mifflin are the proud parents of a seven and one half pound baby boy. This is the second child and the second boy. He has been named ‘Vernon Leon. Jan 22, 1925
Hugh Boatright is riding a race horse up and down the road. Jan 22, 1925
Gus Henderson visited his daughter, Mrs. Troy Murphy Sunday. Jan 22, 1925
Paul Whittenberg of Herrin was seriously injured morning when his car collided with the Durant Coupe driven by Charles King of Herrin. Whittenberg was driving north on South 14th Street and was at the street corner in front of the Baptist Church when the collision occurred. Mr. Whittenberg received several injuries on the arms and was taken the Herrin Hospital. Jan 23, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank F. Farmer of Marion January 20th a baby girl, the third child of the family and have named her Annabel. Jan 23, 1925
Young-Thomas Shootout – Born January 22 to Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Stowers of 418 South Vicksburg Street a baby girl, the second child and first girl of the family. The little Miss will be known as Kathryn Arline. The mother was formerly Miss Gertrude Crain. Jan 24, 1925
The shooting in which four lives are known to have been lost occurred in the European Hotel in Herrin and left the following dead, S. Glenn Young (raid leader), ‘Ora Thomas, (Deputy Sheriff), Ed Forbes, (Young’s guard) and Homer Warren (Young’s guard).
Stories vary somewhat as to exactly how the shooting occurred and there were three accounts given by witnesses. One version had Young entering the cigar store, located in front of the European Hotel, with his guards, Warren and Forbes and Ora. Thomas is alleged to have walked between Young and his guards and opened fire on Young. One of the first bullets entered Young’s right side and went through his heart. Falling mortally wounded Young gave the greatest exhibition of shooting ever known in Williamson County, according to one witness who stated that, from his dying position on the floor Young made good his treat to ‘Shoot Thomas’ eyes out” and sent a bullet through the brain of the leader of the Flaming Circles in the county.
Another story which, is credited by another eye witness, says that Young entered the cigar store and started to curse as Thomas entered. The clerk, an Italian woman whose husband had leased the cigar and restaurant privilege from the European Hotel, left as the words became warm. This witness says that Young told Thomas to take his hands off his gun, but that Young reached for his gun at the same time. Thomas, then according to this witness started to pull his gun, but at that moment Forbes, standing in the doorway shot Thomas, who although wounded put a shot through Young’s heart then collapsed to the floor and shot Forbes from the floor. It is alleged that Young never collapsed, but was carried out by friends and that at least some of his bullets went into the ceiling of the room. How Warren was shot is not explained, unless it was by flying bullets from Young’s gun as Warren was standing by the window, but outside on the sidewalk.
Still another version of the shooting is that Young entered the cigar store and tried to push a man named Green out of the place through the door that enters the hotel lobby. As he was pushing Green, Thomas entered and both Young and Thomas drew guns. Thomas fired first and Young wounded, fired one shot that killed Thomas who crumpled to the floor. Who shot Forbes and Warren is not known, but others including Green are said to have been shooting and Green is credited with putting the holes in the ceiling. Young’s two guns were found later. It is alleged one of them still in its holster, unfired and the other with one shot gone. Only one of Thomas’ guns was accounted for, but every bullet had been shot from it. Witness’s state and Sheriff Galligan confirms that Thomas only had one gun with him. Efforts are being made to find out who else fired shots and where they disappeared to.
Two bystanders, one on the opposite side of the street, were injured but not seriously. Young died without regaining consciousness near an undertaking parlor where friends were taking him for first aid.
Thomas laid on the floor, from 15 to 40 minutes, his friends being afraid to go to him. He died on the way to the hospital.
Young was shot in three places, a flesh wound on his right hand, a bullet entering his right side and going through his heart and a bullet entering his right side and ranging down his back.
Forbes was shot in the right side of the body the bullet going through the heart. Warren was shot twice, both bullets entering the top of his head and they were about one inch apart. Some claim Warren fell to the floor and when lying on the floor, was shot by Young’s stray bullets. Jan 26, 1925
Herrin Edward B. Forbes, one of the two Klan guards who were killed in the battle at the European Hotel was buried at Parish Cemetery near Vergennes Monday afternoon. Funeral services were held at ten o’clock Monday morning at the Herrin First Methodist Church. Forbes was born October 7, 1878 and at the time of his death was 46 years, 5 months and 25 days of age. He came to Hen–in a few years ago and was born in Illinois and was the son of David Forbes. He leaves a widow and two children to mourn his departure. Homer Ray Warren, the second guard who was killed Saturday night was buried Monday afternoon at the Herrin City Cemetery. Rev. Story conducted the funeral services at the family residence 1116 South 16th Street. Warren was born March 5, 1897 and was the son of Rolland Warren. He was 27 years, 10 months and 14 days of age. He was employed as a miner at the Freeman Coal Company and leaves a widow and two children. Jan 26, 1925
Herrin Lying in her bed at the Ly Mar Hotel in Hen–in Mrs. S. Glenn Young on Sunday evening informed newspaper representatives that she would complete the biography of the life of S. Glenn Young, which Mr. Young had written. Mrs. Young refused to tell any particulars of the life of her deceased husband and the full particulars of his life cannot be learned. She stated that Mr. Young had completed the book and that it was in the hands of a Chicago publishing house. Friends of Young state that he was between forty and forty six years of age. It is thought he was born at Dodd City, Kansas and has a brother and other relatives living in Kansas. Young followed the life of his father who was an officer. Early in life S. Glenn Young went to the southern part of Tennessee where he was engaged in the old revenue service. Later after passing of the prohibition law he became affiliated with the government service and later went to Hen–in. It was learned Monday that Young had plans to close his work definitely in Williamson County and go to Jackson County. Plans had been made, and he would have left Herrin in a few days. Jan 26, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Tanner of Route 3, a baby girl on January 16th, the sixth child of the family and have named her Vernie Vennie. Jan 26, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lowe of North McLaren Street are the proud parents of a nine-pound baby boy born January 26th and the third child of the family. The mother was formerly Mamie Tyler. Jan 26, 1925
Ora Thomas first jumped into prominence during the Herrin Mine Riot trials when he was one of the Union investigators for the defense. On October 11, 1924 he was appointed Deputy Sheriff of Williamson County by Sheriff George Galligan and during the sheriff’s absence a few months ago was acting sheriff of the county. The county board refused to allow Thomas’ claim for salary, and he has never drawn any compensation for his services. In an interview Monday morning Mrs. Ora Thomas stated that her husband had started home when he was killed. When Ora went to town in the afternoon Mrs. Thomas stated trouble was expected and late Saturday afternoon Mr. Thomas called his wife and told her that everything was quiet but that city court had not adjourned.
About eight thirty he called his wife and told her that a shot had been fired at Lisenby and that trouble was expected. He was by himself and told his wife he was in Charles Murrah’s office and was coming home. Mrs. Thomas begged him to let her come to town and bring him another gun as he had only one automatic with him. He told her that she must not come to town and that he did not need any help. He started home unaccompanied and enroute to his home was killed at the European Hotel she said. Anti-Klan factions claim that Thomas was called into the European Hotel by Young and those with him and that after he had been turned into the trap set for him he used the only alternative and shot Young. Anti-Klansmen claim Young was planning to kill Thomas and that Ora Thomas knew of this when he entered the European Cigar Store. They also claim the coroner’s jury is composed of Klansmen and that the actual truth of the killing will not be brought to light until the next session of grand jury. Jan 26, 1925
The store of William F. (Bush) Trout located on the hard road between Johnston City and Herrin, near Peterson or “Death Curve,” was fired into about eight o’clock Sunday night by unknown parties. Fourteen or fifteen shots were fired in the store. Jan 26, 1925
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Cash, wife of W. C. Cash 207 South Madison Street, passed away on Saturday night, January 24, 1925 at almost 9 P.M. She was born on a farm five miles south east of Marion the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Butts. She was one of seven children, all of them preceding her in death except Mrs. O. W. Jenkins of North Buchanan Street. The others who are dead are, Wilson Butts, a giant in stature being 6 foot 6 inches tall, Jeff Butts, Mrs. Prunet Cash, Mrs. Susan Alexander and Mrs. Samantha Winters. Her husband was raised on the adjoining farm and they were married early in life and were together happily for nearly half a century, raising four sons to manhood. These ware Eliza Cash, Omer Cash, Ira Cash and Harry Cash of Marion. Mrs. Cash was 72 years of age her last birthday, November 10, 1924. Mrs. Cash was a member of the Christian Church at Shiloh retaining her membership there after moving to Marion and her family belonged to that church. The funeral will be at the First Christian Church Tuesday and interment will be at the Maplewood Cemetery. Jan 26, 1925
At the Coroner’s Inquest the first witnesses testified that they believed the first shot of the evening was fired by Ross Lisenby who then tried to make it appear that someone else fired the shot. Jan 27, 1925
Henry Gamble of this city was injured Monday morning while working at Scranton Mine. Mr. Gamble is employed as a miner and while working below received injuries, which resulted in a broken foot. Jan 27, 1925
Herrin – Thomas Funeral Held Tuesday Two hundred thirty-six automobiles, two trucks full of flowers and more than a thousand union coal miners formed the funeral procession for Deputy Sheriff Ora Thomas. After services at the Thomas home in the west part of Herrin, the funeral wound its way through the business district. Hundreds of spectators jammed the sidewalks.
Ora Thomas was born at Wolf Creek, Illinois on October 17, 1892 and was 33 years, 3 months and 7 days of age. He was married May 29, 1912 and his wife with two children, Ralph age 6 and Jack 3 survive him. Four brothers, Charles of Cincinnati, Ohio, Alvin of Carterville, Frank of Wolf Lake and Mathew of Herrin, survive him. Several sisters and an aged mother also survive him. Thomas has been a resident of Hen–in for the past ten or twelve years, coming here from Carterville where one of his brothers resides at the present time. Ora was a coal miner. He entered the World War in the American Army and fought in the American ranks in France. He went over the top several times in France and his chest bears the scars left by the German machine gun bullets in the battle. Ora Thomas was one of the most courageous of men and in the army service he attained almost perfection in the use of firearms. When he returned from France he again went to work in the coal mines. He was a man of medium size with curly hair and black snappy eyes. To those who knew him he was jovial and always pleasant. To those who were his enemy he was a hard, un-relenting man. During the Herrin mine riot trials he represented the union miners as a United Mien Worker’s Investigator. Thomas was buried in the same cemetery {the Herrin City Cemetery}, on the opposite side from that where S. Glenn Young is to be buried. Jan 27, 1925
Herrin, Jan 28—Mrs. S. Glenn Young, widow of the slain Ku Klux Klan leader, will proceed to Belleville, Ill. immediately after the funeral Thursday of her husband and enter a hospital there to have an operation on her eye. Mrs. Young is totally blind as the result of wounds received May 23, 1924 at Okawville, Ill. when she and her husband were ambushed. She now has one glass eye and the other eye is sightless. “After my operation I plan to divide my time between Patoka, Ill. where my son is and Herrin. I have true friends in both places,” Mrs. Young said. Little Bobby Young, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Glenn Young, has been living in Patoka, Illinois with Mrs. Simcox {Mrs. Young’s mother} since she was blinded. Jan 27, 1925
Herrin, Jan 28—S. Glenn Young’s pearl handled automatics, which he is credited to have killed a number of men with in his colorful career will be returned to his widow, States Attorney Arlie Boswell announced today. The guns are now exhibit “A” at the Coroner’s Inquest. Three of the shells in them are discharged. One of these may have killed Deputy Sheriff Ora Thomas is reported to have been Young’s slayer. Jan 27, 1925
Herrin, January 29, 1924—An estimated crowd of forty thousand people attended the funeral services of S. Glenn Young, slain Klan chieftain Thursday afternoon. Jan 29, 1925
Herrin Americus Gasaway, the new postmaster, assumed charge of the Herrin Post Office today after receiving his commission late yesterday. Jan 29, 1925
L. H. Baker, well known farmer living in Creal Springs Township, died suddenly on Wednesday morning. Rev. Holt conducted funeral services Thursday afternoon at the County Line Church. Mr. Baker lived near Creal Springs about ten years. For several years he had trouble with his heart and Wednesday morning about 9 while on his way to Marion in his truck, his final stroke came. Aleck Howerton, a neighbor of Mr. Baker, was with him at the time of his death. The deceased was connected with the Farm Bureau of Williamson County and is about 42 years old. He leaves a wife and six children. Interment was at County Line Cemetery. Jan 29, 1925
Herrin Three representatives of the Ku Klux Klan from Marion and three from the Herrin Klansmen were selected as pallbearers at the funeral today of S. Glenn Young. The Marion pallbearers were: The Herrin Klansmen were:
Circuit Clerk, Leonard Stearns John H. Smith
Assistant Circuit Clerk, John Ford Roy Browning
Recorder, Fred Simpson Glenn Fowler Jan 29, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Sullins of South Buchanan Street, a fine baby boy weighing five pounds. The mother was formerly Miss Gwendolyn Weber. Jan 29, 1925
Rev. and Mrs. A. M. Stickney of South Mechanic Street are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born Sunday, January 25th and Weighing seven pounds. They will call him John Wesley. Jan 29, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Frey of Southern Township, announce the arrival of a baby boy at their home January 17th, the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Marie Kelton. Jan 30, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Lum Adams of Southern Township are the proud parents of a baby born January 27th, the third child of the family. Jan 30, 1925
S. Glenn Young’s twin daughters, Doris and June, aged nine years were brought to his funeral by their grandmother, Mrs. Dora Clark of Chicago, Illinois, with whom the first wife of Young now lives. Young is buried in a concrete vault built by William Lough and sons. Jan 30, 1925
Herrin, Jan. 31—The coroner’s jury brought in a verdict at 2:15 p.m. after hearing two unimportant witnesses at the afternoon session. Their verdict is:
S. Glenn Young came to his death as the result of wound inflicted by Ora Thomas.
Ora Thomas came to his death as the result of wounds inflicted by S. Glenn Young.
Ed Forbes and Homer Warren came to their deaths as a result of wounds by party or parties unknown to the jury. Jan 30, 1925
Cecil Herbert Raybourn passed away at his home Saturday morning, January 31st at one o’clock after an illness lasting about six weeks. Mr. Raybourn first became ill with double pneumonia that later developed into a complication of diseases that caused his death. The deceased was the son of J. S. Raybourn and Amy Mathias and was born in Saline County on January 31, 1884. He was united in marriage to Nellie Hendrickson, daughter of the late William and Rosalie Hendrickson, on October 27, 1903 in Marion and to this union five children were born, Roy of Quincy and Edith, Fred, Rosalie and Carl of Marion, who survive. He also leaves one brother, Leamon Raybourn of Marion. The deceased graduated from the public schools and lacked three months of graduating from the M.T.H.S. He resided in this county twenty-seven years. In early life he was a worker in the Baptist Church, but for the last ten yeas worked at the Methodist Church and for two years was director of the Methodist Church orchestra. Mr. Raybourn on leaving school became associated with the mining industry of the county and at the time of his death held one of the most responsible positions. In his earlier days he was connected with the Peabody and Scranton mines and in 1918 joined the office force of the Burton Coal Mining Company. In January 1923 he became head auditor of both the mines of this company, the Bobby Dick Mine at Herrin and the White Ash Mine at White Ash. Mr. Raybourn was one of the best-known musicians in the county and was a cornetist of splendid ability. For the past fifteen years he has been connected with various music organizations first as a member and for ten years as a director. He was first leader of the Marion Military Band, a high school organization and later of the once famed Marion band. He was a member of the American Federation of Musicians. Funeral services to be held Sunday at the First Methodist Church and interment will occur at Rose Hill Cemetery. Jan 31, 1925
Creal Springs Barbara A. Brandon, wife of J. R. Tucker, was born in Jackson County April 6, 1857 and died in Creal Springs, Illinois January 25, 1925, aged 67 years, 9 months and 19 days. She became a Christian when about fourteen years and united with New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson County and as she moved to other sections, she also moved her membership in turn to other churches of the same faith. ‘Four years ago, she came to Creal Springs and became a member of the local church. Her first marriage was to Dr. G. W. Thomas on July 15, 1878. One son and six daughters were born to this union, all except two daughters have preceded her in death. Dr. Thomas passed away in _?_. The living daughters are Mrs. Mertie Cox of Cottage Home and Mrs. May Antrim of Decatur. Her second marriage was in 1902 to Elder J. R. Tucker, a prominent minister of the Missionary Baptist Church and he survives. One sister, Mrs. Adaline Warren of Cobden also survives. Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Elder G. E. Holt, in the First Baptist Church in Creal Springs Wednesday, January 28, 1925. Jan 31, 1925
Carterville Lamont Richardson and Miss Marguerite Carter motored to Nashville Sunday and were married. The groom, age 24, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Richardson. The bride is the daughter of Laura Carter. They plan to reside in Carterville. Jan 31, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bush and family moved to Carbondale Saturday where Mr. Bush has constructed one of the finest homes in that city. Jan 31, 1925
Mrs. Laura Mofield of DuQuoin is visiting with her sister and family, Mrs. Thomas Ricardson. Jan 31, 1925
February
Mrs. Olive Ann Hawkins passed away at the home of Jasper Woods, her son-in-law, on Sunday afternoon at 5:45 p.m. after an extended illness. The deceased was born in Virginia on May 2, 1848 and was the daughter of John and Mary J. Walker. She moved with her parents to Illinois at the age of nine years and has resided in this state since that time. She was united in marriage to I. M. Hawkins on January 9, 1866 and to this union six children were born, five of whom are now living, M. B. Hawkins of Marion Route 3, Mrs. Mary Bell Moore of Marion Route 3, Mrs. Joseph Woods of 500 Calumet Street, Mrs. Harry Peebles of 713 East Main, Marion and W. M. Hawkins of Marion Route 3 and one child, J. E. Hawkins who died several years ago. The deceased’s husband preceded her in death about fourteen years ago. Besides her children she leaves two brothers and two sisters, John Walker of Marion Route 3, William Walker of Marion Route 2, Mrs. Mary Calvert of South Buchanan Street, Marion and Mrs. Maggie Lathan of Marion Route 3. Funeral services will be at Mt. Pleasant Church and burial will be in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Feb 2, 1925
Mrs. Logan Randolph who resides with her daughter, Mrs. H. W. Bateman of East Thorne Street, was given a surprise birthday dinner on Sunday, February 1st at the home of Mrs. Roy E. Sullivan of west Frankfort in honor of her 74th birthday. Feb 2, 1925
Hiram Bradley, a farmer living near Marion, died at Barnes Hospital after an illness of two or three weeks. The funeral will be Tuesday at Shiloh Cemetery. Feb 2, 1925
Johnston City Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Pittman of Carbondale were called to Johnston City on Friday on account of the illness of her daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Jent on Union Terrace. Feb 2, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Hopkins of 10th Street announce the arrival of a nine and a half pond boy on Thursday morning at 8:45. Feb 2, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Summers of 811 West Henderson Street announce the arrival of a 7 1/2-pound baby boy, February 1st, the second child of the family. The little lad will be known as Bobby Dean. Feb 2, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Watkins of 603 east Reeves Street announce the arrival of a baby born January 28th and have named him Arthur, Jr. He is the third child of the family. Feb 2, 1925
The unknown man who was shot and killed by police officer, Rufus Whitson while running amuck in Herrin Sunday morning has been identified as Philip Farmer of Eldorado. Philip Farmer was born and reared near Eldorado and was thirty years of age at the time of his death. His father, Lee Farmer was a former businessman of Eldorado, but now resides on a farm at Ridgeway. He told the following of his son, “Phillip had been in the navy during the war served twenty-eight months abroad and bore scares of fist battles and brawls in seaport dives of Europe. After he was mustered out of service, he went about the country working at odd jobs. He knew every crook I the county,” the father said reluctantly. “We hadn’t seen him since December 31st when he left home after hanging around the house several months.” Farmer said he was confident that his son had come to Williamson County expecting to take part in the Klan and Anti-Klan tumult. He added that for the past ten years his son had been a heavy drinker. Feb 2, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wafer Daffton of 903 North Monroe Street a baby girl January 31st, the 6th child of the family and she will be known as Helen Louise. Feb 4, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clendenon of Marion announce the arrival of a baby born January 29th, the second child of the family. Feb 4, 1925
A marriage license was issued on January 29th at Murphysboro to Archie Mckee and Miss Stella Pass. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Mary Harden of Marion. The groom is a prominent young man of Carterville where the newlyweds will reside. Feb 4, 1925
Bill For Divorce—Charlie Willilams vs. Nina Williams Feb 4, 1925
Mrs. Belle Elkins of Cambria passed away at her home in that city February 1, 1925. The deceased was born August 13, 1878 and at the time of her death was forty-six years, five months and 18 days of age. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist Church in Cambria and interment occurred at the Oakwood Cemetery in Carterville. Feb 4, 1925
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Fry of Southern Township was found dead in bed on Tuesday morning. At the Coroner’s Inquest the jury reached a verdict that the baby, which was two weeks old, died from bold hives. Burial was at the Crab Orchard Cemetery in Southern Township on Wednesday. Feb 4, 1925
Constable D. M. Coleman of Hen–in arrested Clyde Thomas, son of Matt Thomas of Herrin Wednesday evening when he captured a quantity of “white mule” for evidence. When Coleman made the arrest, they heard them coming and poured the “mule” in a dishpan full of water. The Constable poured enough of the water and “mule” in a jug to have sufficient evidence. Feb 5, 1925
Cambria Clarence Wood is getting material for the building of a storage battery in connection with his filling station here, as soon as the weather is permitting. Feb 5, 1925
Mrs. Bell Elkins, wife of William E. Elkins, passed away at her home just south of the Cambria town units, on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Elkins had been in poor health for a year but was able to be up until she took the flu, which proved fatal. The funeral was held on Wednesday after the arrival of two brothers and two sisters from distant states. Mrs. Elkins was about forty-two years of age. Feb 5, 1925
Herrin Earl Wade underwent an operation at the hospital last week and was discharged Monday. Feb 5, 1925
Mrs. Roy McGee who underwent an operation was discharged a few days ago. Feb 5, 1925
Mrs. George Berra who underwent an operation for appendicitis was discharged Sunday. Feb 5, 1925
Creal Springs John Shoemaker received the sad message last Thursday of the drowning of his son William Shoemaker in St. Augustine, Fla. on Tuesday evening. He was about 35 years old and unmarried. He was a salesman for the Lee Tire and Rubber Company of Atlanta, Ga. This is a bitter shock on his father here who has long been an invalid and whose main dependence has been that of his now deceased son. Henry, brother of the deceased, went to Atlanta Friday to arrange for burial. The body will be brought to Creal Springs for the funeral and interment. Feb 5, 1925
A pleasant birthday social was given in the home of Mrs. Sutton in honor of her mother, Mrs. Howard’s 43rd birthday anniversary. Feb 5, 1925
Palzo Will Griffin sold his farm to Rev. Lloyd Fry of Pittsburg. Mr. Fry will move in the spring. Feb 5, 1925
Myrtle Maynell Smith, daughter of Nora and Henry Smith, born November 9, 1923, departed this life January 31, 1925, being 1 year, 2 months and 23 days old. Myrtle Maynell leaves a mother, father, four sisters, Grace, Pauline, Loraine and Syble and two brothers, Paul and Charles. Feb 5, 1925
A fire caused the total loss of the four room frame dwelling home of Harold Worthen at 600 North Vicksburg Street on Friday morning. Mr. Worthen is an electrician at the C.I.P.S. Company of Marion. Feb 6, 1925
Zion Hill Homer Rose went to Marion to visit his mother, Mrs. Hattie Robertson who is ill. Feb 6, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Solomin are the proud parents of a baby boy, born January 31, named Robert William. This is the second child and the second boy of the family. Feb 6, 1925
Alfred Groves is ill with the mumps. Feb 6, 1925
Angelville Mrs. Jim Springs is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Harry Priest of Wasson who is ill with the flu. Feb 6, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Mckinney Graves are moving in the Harry Priest house. Feb 6, 1925
Willie Peebles purchased a load of corn from George Parks Friday. Feb 6, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/ Cecil McMahan, Herrin 23
\Ollie Prather, Marion 21
/Sylvester E. Whittington, Marion 31
\Mae L. Kearns, Herrin 35
/Wayne Fiatherty, St. Louis 26
\Lena Ledbetter, Cambria 21
/Miles Robert Chitty, Herrin 35
\Ella. Leach, Hen-In 25
/Wade H. Jones, Herrin 25
\Elsie M. Stover, Herrin 22
/John Palmer, Mt. Vernon 32
\Mable Jones, Mt. Vernon 18 Feb 6, 1925
Williamson County Circuit Court The jury in the case of Mrs. Loyce Motsinger vs. Abe Susman of Marion awarded Mrs. Motsinger wages for which she had sued. Feb 6, 1925
John T. Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Jones of Marion, Route five died in a St. Louis Hospital at 7:50 a.m. Friday. The body will be shipped to his home Friday or Saturday. Feb 6, 1925
Hiram Nelson Bradley who passed away at the Barnes Hospital in St. Louis Monday, February 2nd. Was buried at the Maplewood Cemetery in Marion Thursday afternoon. Mr. Bradley was born at Pulley’s Mill on August 11, 1857. He was united in marriage to Paralee Teele and to this union two children were born, Tom Bradley of Miss Creek and Mrs. Maggie Hale of Cairo. The deceased was the son of Marcus and Jennie Bradley and leaves one brother, A. L. Bradley of Marion. Funeral services were held at Cash Funeral Home. Feb 7, 1925
Charles Butler 1411 West Walnut Street was injured while working at Scranton Mine Saturday morning. Butler received a sever sprain in his left ankle and it was caught in the bumper of a mine car. Feb 7, 1925
Della Jane Hughes, the four-year-old daughter of Charles M. and Verna Stilley Hughes, passed away at the family residence in Marion Saturday, February 7th at 5:00 a.m. after an illness of five days. The little daughter was born in this city on January 23, 1921 and leaves the parents and one sister, Charles Mary, to mourn her departure. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday afternoon at the First Baptist Church and interment will occur at the New Rose Hill Cemetery. Feb 7, 1925
J. R. HILL of West Frankfort, former Marion merchant, passed away Friday evening at six o’clock at the Miner’s Hospital in West Frankfort. The deceased was a former resident of Marion. He leaves one brother, H. H. HILL of Marion, one half-brother, Mack Crosling of Marion and one daughter, Mrs. George Newwell of West Frankfort. Funeral services will be held at the home of his daughter in West Frankfort Saturday and interment will occur at the Mosely Cemetery near Goreville Sunday morning at 11 o’clock. Feb 7, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. John Powell of 712 East Jefferson Street are the proud parents of a fine 8 lb. baby girl born February 2nd and the little Miss will be known as Bessie. Feb 7, 1925
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wyatt of 1007 North Monroe Street February 2nd a baby girl, the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Miss Bertha Graves. Feb 7, 1925
Poordo Mr. and Mrs. Alta Eckols are the proud parents of an eight-pound baby girl. Feb 7, 1925
Little Miss Lilly Newell the two-year-old daughter of James Newell of Clifford fell in a tub of boiling water Friday and received fatal burns, Mrs. Newell was washing clothes Friday afternoon and had put a tub full of hot water on the floor. She turned around and was working at the cook stove when her little daughter who was playing near the tub fell in it backward, scalding her from head to waist. A physician was immediately called and medical attention was given but the little daughter passed away Sunday afternoon. Feb 9, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Franklin Forster of Marion announce the arrival of a baby girl February 7th, the first child of the family and will be known as Bernice Arline. The mother was formerly Miss Ruby Mae Ray. Feb 9, 1925
Bill For Divorce–Anna Mainer, vs. Claude Mainer Feb 9, 1925
Bill For Divorce—Maude Barnett vs. Jerry Barnett Feb 9, 1925
Mr. Sten 0. Youngquist was named agent at Flint, Michigan for the Pere Marquette Railroad. Mr. Youngquist’s wife was formerly Miss Bessie Perry of Marion. The promotion came as a birthday gift, it being announced on his 28th birthday. Feb 10, 1925
Creal Springs W. M. Shoemaker, who was killed in an automobile accident at St. Augustine, Florida was buried here last week. Funeral services were held at the father’s home. Another brother met his tragic death in a train wreck a few years ago. William., son of John W. and Mary A. (Trigg) Shoemaker was born near Simpson, Ill. August 4, 1889 and came to his death in an automobile accident near St. Augustine, Fla. Tuesday, January 24, 1925, aged 35 years, 5 months and 20 days. In this fatal accident his manager who was accompanying him also lost his life, both of them being killed instantly. The deceased became a Christian when eighteen years old and united with the Baptist Church in Charleston, Missouri where the family then resided. He worked himself up from small beginnings with the Charleston firm of Bryant Mercantile Company doing delivery, grocery and warehouse duties, followed by service on the road for the John Dere Plow Company, stationed in St. Louis for a short time, after which he accepted a position as traveling salesman for the Lee Tire and Rubber Company in Atlanta, Ga. He spent fourteen years on the road as salesman mostly in the southern states. Besides his afflicted father, two brothers, Henry Shoemaker of West Frankfort and Rev. Alonzo Shoemaker of Sikeston, Missouri, one sister, Mrs. Florence Thompson of East Prairie, Missouri survive him. His mother and one brother, Frank Shoemaker died some years ago, the latter in a wreck on the Big Four Railroad. The funeral was held at the Mowery residence where his father resides on Thursday. Interment was made at the Creal Springs Cemetery. Feb 10, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/John Y. Mason, Bonnie 70
\Louisa Mackle, Marion 31
/Waine Cox, Buncombe 23
\Sarah Hawk, Energy 20
/Charles A. Schurlock, Marion 33
\Bessie Jones, Marion 34
/Louis Rubinell, Johnston City 22
\Emma Levan, Johnston City 18
/Adam Crite, Herrin 40
\Lona Gibbs, Herrin 41
/0. F. Dukes, West Frankfort 45
\Nettie Bryant, West Frankfort 38
/ William Irons, Charleston 42
\Sarah Hawkins, Ridgefarm 32 Feb 10, 1925
Funeral services were held Sunday morning for John P. Jones of Carterville who passed away at the Barnes Hospital in St. Louis on Saturday, February 7th. The deceased was 33 years, 9 months and 29 days of age. He was united in marriage to Ava Sizemore a few years ago and to that union was born one child, Jean, about five years of age. Mr. Jones went to the Barnes Hospital about six weeks ago. His death was caused by pneumonia and consumption of the bone. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Carterville Sunday morning and additional services were held at Fountain Church near Goreville Sunday afternoon. Interment occurred at the Fountain Cemetery. Feb 10, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Otto E. Simpson of 1013 West Boulevard are the proud parents of a baby girl born February 3rd and the third child of the family. Feb 10, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Boatright of 507 South Vicksburg Street are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born February 7th and weighing 12 pounds. The little lad has been named Robert and is the third child and third boy. Feb 11, 1925
Felix Furlong who resides on the North hard road was arrested for selling intoxicating liquor. Mr. Furlong denied the charge and filed bond. Feb 11, 1925
Carterville David Wallace, one of the pioneers of this city, died at his home here at 11:15 a.m. Saturday, February 14th at the advanced age of 74 years, 7 months and 8 days. Mr. Wallace has been in poor health the past three years following a stroke of paralysis. Death was directly due to hardening of the arteries. Decedent was born in Scotland July 6, 1850, the son of John and Jean McCowan Wallace. He came to America fifty-three years ago and has resided in Williamson County for thirty-four years with the exception of two years, which he and his wife spent on a visit to the old Scottish home. Mr. Wallace was married to Miss Amanda Stover of Carterville on November 21, 1872 and three years ago the couple happily celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. Three children survive the marriage, Rev. John Wallace of Carterville, William S. Wallace of Carterville and Mrs. Albert J. Nagle of Herrin. Four children are dead. Two brothers and three sisters also preceded him in death. Mr. Wallace was widely known in Carterville and Marion as one of the best postal mining men in the county having spent his life at the work. He helped sink the Big Muddy shaft and about twenty-six years he served as a mining inspector, quitting his work when his health failed. He was a lifelong member of the Masonic Fraternity and devoted a member of the Presbyterian Church of Carterville. Feb 14, 1925
Last week Mr. and Mrs. James Sneddon of Marion received a remarkable souvenir of the wedding of their son, Robert Sneddon, which occurred during the holidays at Cardenden, Fifeshire County, Scotland to a young lady of the isle, a sweetheart of his boyhood days. Robert returned to Scotland last fall to the old home to engage in the bakery business and in honor of his wedding sent his parents a wonderful wedding cake. Feb 14, 1925
Marion Personals
Charles Lasley is now assistant manager at the Red Spot Paint and Glass Co. Feb 14, 1925
Miss Elizabeth Longbons, who is teaching in the high school at Harrisburg, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Longbons of Thorne Place. Feb 14, 1925
Miss Jewell Stewart, schoolteacher of Hurst, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Mae Stanley of South Court Street. Feb 14, 1925
Charles Minton passed away at his home at 107 West White Street Sunday night at 11 o’clock after an extended illness from Tuberculosis. The deceased was born in Williamson County and has resided here all his life. He was united in marriage to Laura Simmons and was lately united in marriage to Detta Durham. Besides his wife he leaves two children, August age 13 and Edith age 12 years and one stepson, Lathie Jones. Mr. Minton was the son of John W. and Anna Minton and has two brothers, James Minton of Marion, Route 5 and Willis of White River, Arkansas and three sisters, Mrs. Ella Rader of Marion, Mrs. Anna Turnage of Danville and Mrs. Cora Neely of Marion. Funeral services Tuesday at Fountain Church and interment will occur at Fountain. Feb 16, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/George Parks, Marion 24
\Cynthia Jolly, Goreville 19
/Aaron Hall, Herrin 21
\Elizabeth Andusky, Herrin 18
/John Heller, Herrin 31
\Sylvia Helms, Herrin 24
/Robert Rushing, Carterville 21
\Irene Poteete, Carterville 18
/Edgar Russell, Marion 21
\Blanche Baker, Marion 18 Feb 16, 1925
The Herrin Hospital, owned by Dr. J. T. Black of Herrin, was sold to Drs. Frank Murrah and Columbus Brown of Herrin on Saturday. It is understood that Dr. Black will devote all of his time to his hospital located in Marion on East Main Street. Dr. Black purchased the Emma Jones Hospital in Marion a few years ago and has been operating this hospital successfully. Dr. Murrah is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Medical Corp. Officers Reserve Corps and is the ranking Reserve Officer in Williamson County. Feb 16, 1925
Charles Leigh has moved his real estate office to the Southern Illinois Gas Co. building at eh Southeast corner of the Public Square. Feb 16, 1925
Marion – Seven Arrested Saturday – February 14th Phillip Bloodworth, Frank Richardson and Carl Kingery were arrested for disturbing the peace and were fined $9.40. J. D. Smith was arrested for being intoxicated and was fined $11.40 and $9.40 for disturbing the peace. Henry Holmes was fined $11. 40 for being intoxicated and Talvis Davis was fined $11.40 for being drunk. Charles L. Brown was fined $9.40 for not having any state license. Feb 16, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Luther Shragal, Johnston City 21
\Carmen Morez, Johnston City 18
/Albert Warren, Marion 54
\Allice Downs, Marion 49
/George M. Parks, Goreville 37
\Mable Moore, Marion 26
Between 10:30 and 11 o’clock Saturday evening Misses Beulah and Eva Clarida were returning home on White Street when they noticed a Ford Sedan following them. The car stopped and the occupants asked the girls to go riding with them. The girls refused and the car drove to the next corner and stopped and the boys were becoming rude when J. H. Clarida, the father of the girls and mayor of Marion, was passing and noticed the boys were molesting his daughters. He stopped the car and held the boys while his daughters could go to the police. Police Chief Tom Boyd arrested the men who gave their names as Phillip Bloodworth, Frank Richardson and Carl Kingery. They were held overnight in the city jail and fined for disturbing the peace. Feb 16, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Jermine Lucas of 800 North Highland Street are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born to them February 11th and the 4th child of the family. They have named him Jeremie Marcellin. Both the parents were born in France. Feb 16, 1925
Fisher A. Davis of Carterville died in the Herrin Hospital on Tuesday after a short illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Grand Avenue Baptist Church in Carterville. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Mr. Davis was 59 years, 9 months and 28 days of age. He is survived by his wife formerly Miss Marcella Venerable and their three children. Feb 17, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Thompson are the proud parents of their first child, a son born Tuesday morning. (Feb 17th) The young man weighed ten pound and has been named Allan Joseph Thompson after his grandfather. The mother was formerly Miss Connie Starrick. Feb 17, 1925
J. M. Bradshaw of Morehouse, Missouri passed away at the Marion Hospital at 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, February 18th after a short illness. The deceased was a brother-in-law of C. A. Schurlock of 105 South Market Street and was visiting with his sister, Mrs. Schurlock when he became ill with appendicitis. Mr. Bradshaw was a brother of George W. Bradshaw, prominent Herrin business man. He also leaves another brother, Walter Bradshaw of Moorehouse, Mo. and five sisters, Ms. J. M. Armstrong of Murphysboro, Mrs. Will Sheppard of Bonnell, Texas, Mrs. J. W. Kearny of East St. Louis, Mrs. L. B. Gibbs of Marion and Mrs. C. A. Schurlock of Marion. The deceased was born near Makanda, Illinois on August 8, 1859 and was the son of Jacob 0. and Elizabeth (Lamely) Bradshaw. He was reared in Southern Illinois. The deceased lived in Marion until a year ago when he moved to Morehouse, Mo. He was never married and was a minister in the Baptist Church. At the time of his death, he was 59 years of age. Funeral services Thursday at the Warder Street Baptist Church. Interment will occur at the Rose Hill Cemetery. Feb 18, 1925
Mrs. Anna Katie Stock, widow of Fred S. Stock, died Tuesday evening at the home of her son, Charles Stock, route four, Marion. Mrs. Stock has lived with her son since the death of her husband September 2, 1922 but had only been confined to her bed for five weeks from cancer. Mrs. Stock was born January 21, 1852 and at the time of her death was 73 years and 26 days of age. She was united in marriage with Fred Stock on February 19, 1878 and three children were born to that union, one of whom died in infancy, Charles Stock lives near Marion and Mrs. Fred (Louise) Kebel lives at Mascoutah. There are three grandchildren and one great grandchild to survive. One brother Henry C. Funk of Marion and two sisters, Mrs. Louise Rinehart of Mascoutah and Mrs. Katey Herring of Belleville survive. The deceased was a member of the Evangelical Church at Mascoutah. The funeral services to be held at the son’s home and at the Zion Evangelical Church in Marion on Thursday, after which the body will be taken to Mascoutah for burial. Feb 18, 1925
Della Jane Hughes, baby daughter of Charles M. and Vernie Stilley Hughes, was born January 23, 1921 and died at the family home 600 East Main Street, Marion, Illinois, Saturday, February 7, 1925. Her age at the time of death was four years and 14 days. The funeral service was held at the First Baptist Church last Sunday afternoon conducted by Dr. A. E. Prince. Her parents, one sister Charles Mary and her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Stilley survive her. The little body was laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery. Feb 18, 1925
Carterville David Wallace, better known as “Uncle Dave” was laid to rest Monday, February 16, 1925 at two o’clock at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. W. M. Maxton of DuQuoin officiating. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery. Mr. Wallace was born in Gress Waters, Scotland July 6, 1850 and came to this country when a young man. With the exception of a few years, he has lived in this state and has always claimed Carterville as his home. His position as mine manager and mine inspector brought him a host of friends and he was recognized as an authority on most mining subjects. Feb 18, 1925
Funeral services were held Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at Creal Springs for Thomas J. Kirkpatrick, aged Civil War veteran who has been residing at Creal Springs for the past several years. The body was taken to Metropolis, his former home on the afternoon train for burial. The deceased died at Creal Springs Tuesday evening, February 17, 1925 at 9 p.m. Thomas Kirkpatrick moved to Creal Springs from Metropolis in 1919. He was a member of the Methodist Church near Golconda. His poor health brought him to Creal Springs and he located in the southeast part of the city on property of his own. He was the son of James and Polly (Brown) Kirkpatrick and was born October 4, 1844 and grew up on the old farm near Golconda, Pope County. He enlisted in January 1863 at Paducah in Company B, 16th Kentucky Cavalry. His regiment went to Nickelville, Ky. where they were drilled and set in order for their arduous experiences just ahead, most of which consisted of guard duty, skirmishing and chasing enemy Guerilla hand which service took the force into Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Kentucky. After more than two years of war life he received his honorable discharge in midsummer 1865 and returned to loved ones and the old farm home near Golconda where he resumed the occupation of farming continuing the same until 27 years ago when he returned to Metropolis where he made his abode until coming to Creal Springs. He was first united in marriage in the late 60’s to Fanny Murphy in Pope County and in 1905 his second marriage was performed in Metropolis, Janie Sanders being his choice in this second matrimonial venture. He is survived by his wife who resides at Creal Springs. Feb 19, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Weakley of 1612 West Cherry Street announces the arrival of a baby girl born to them February 17th and the 4ffi child of the family. They have named her India Katherine. The father is mathematics teacher at the Marion Township High School. Feb 19, 1925
Ralph Bigg and Miss Thelma Guess of Pittsburg were married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Acton McFarland Monday afternoon at four o’clock in Murphysboro. The bride is the sister of Mrs. Acton McFarland. Feb 19, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Shackleford of East Carter Street are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born Thursday morning February 19th. This is the second child of the family and the first boy. Feb 19, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Jennings Ward of Marion are announcing the arrival of a fine baby boy born to them February 17th, the fourth child of the family and they have named him Donald. Feb 19, 1925
Roy Hill filed a $2,500 bond on a charge of assault with intent to murder. His bondsmen were Frank Derfee, Alf Hill and Harvey Borum. Feb 20, 1925
John Henry Dangbar who resides on Marion rural route 6, near Crenshaw Crossing committed suicide by hanging himself Friday morning. He had been ill for several years and had suffered with epileptic attacks at frequent intervals. This was the fourth time he had attempted to take his life. The deceased told his parents Friday morning that he was going to visit a neighbor, G. H. Presley who lived nearby. As he had been acting despondent the parents and brother watched him and when he did not return when they expected him, his brother, George, went to the Presley home searching for him. He was found hanging from the hayfork rack in the barn. The deceased was born at Creal Springs on December 7, 1849 and was 30 years, 2 months and 13 days of age at the time of his death. He was the son of George and Mary (Zeigler) Dangbar and besides the parents leaves three brothers, Oscar of Marion, Mike of Cobden, George of Carbondale and two sisters, Mrs. Josie Stone of Alto Pass and Mrs. K. Vaughn of Millstadt. Funeral services will be at the family residence Sunday morning. Interment will occur at the Creal Springs Cemetery. Feb 20, 1925
Howard Geer entered the Mayo Brothers Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Friday morning for an operation. Feb 20, 1925
Pittsburg Mr. and Mrs. Edd Ford are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born February 9th. He has been named Henry Parker Ford. Feb 20, 1925
Tommy Jones who is employed at Panama visited home folks Saturday night. Feb 20, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Frances M. Casper, Goreville 18
\Carrie Foster, Goreville 20
/Theodore Watson, Bush 22
\Clara Mowell, Bush 16
/Floyd Rains, Harrisburg 36
\Gertrude Hart Harrisburg 28
/John Palkovey, Johnston City 48
\Walla Bysincki, Johnston City 29
/Emil Perrari, Logan 40
\Ella Spadaccini, Logan 27
/James McAlpin, Elgin 21
\Verna Yeckley, Makanda 20
/Charles Hutchison, Detroit, Mich. 50
\Liza J. Angelly, Zana, Mo. 40
/Elton Ridley, Carterville 21
\Mary Williams, Carbondale 19
/Paul Schumaker, Murphysboro 24
\Ina Trostel, Jewell, Ill. 19 Feb 20, 1925
Herman Hunter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Hunter, of Herrin and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Hunter of north Murphysboro, and Zetta Sizemore of Carterville were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage Wednesday at noon, said the Murphysboro Republican Era. The groom received his education in the Herrin schools and is employed as a truck driver at Herrin. His bride is the daughter of Mrs. Holly Sizemore and was educated in the schools of Carterville. The newlyweds will make their home in Herrin. Feb 20, 1925
Police Court Cathrina Salipara filed $2,500 bond for the Grand Jury Indictment for violation of the Illinois Liquor Law. Bondsmen were Tony Juvenozzo and Pete Relucenti. Feb 20, 1925
Pete Salmo of Herrin filed a $2,500 bond on a charge of violation of the Illinois Prohibition Act. Bonds were John Gualdoni and Ernest Ruggeri, both of Herrin. Feb 20, 1925
Funeral services were conducted Friday for John L. Ford at Creal Springs who passed away at his home in that city Wednesday afternoon. The deceased was born in Tennessee, May 13, 1844 and at the time of his death was 80 years, 11 months and 5 days of age. His parents were James and Nancy (Clarida) Ford. He was only one year old when he with his parents moved to Union County in the Western part of Kentucky, where the family resided until 1875. He grew up in Kentucky on a farm. In 1863 he volunteered for service in the army fighting to preserve the Union of the States. He enlisted in Company C, 35th Kentucky Mounted Infantry and served in Kentucky, mostly in guerilla warfare, which took the regiment into some severe fighting. Just over the line in Virginia the salt works battle took place in October 1864 and Mr. Ford was taken prisoner and carried off to Libby Prison where he remained about four months after which he was exchanged on February 5, 1865, and on account of illness brought on by prison life, was placed in a hospital in Annapolis, Maryland. He was afterwards sent to Louisville, Ky. where he received his discharge April 12, 1865. Mr. Ford was married in Kentucky the year the war ended to Miss Desty Cagle. They continued to farm until 1875 when they moved to Illinois. Five children were born to this union, only two are now living, Mrs. Viola Smith of Aurora, Mo. and Mrs. Carrie Berry of Herrin. On coming to Illinois they settled at Pulleys Mill in Johnson County where they remained until 1885 when they sold out and retired to Creal. Springs, purchasing a residence on Borton Avenue. The deceased ran a store in Creal Springs and was a member of the Free Baptist Church, having been a Christian for about forty years. The funeral services were conducted this afternoon (Friday) and interment occurred was at the Creal Springs Cemetery. Feb 21, 1925
Cambria Mrs. Sadie Mohan received word of the death of her cousin, Mrs. Albert Burbank in California. Feb 21, 1925
The funeral of Mary Lois, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Arnie Brookhouse was held on Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist Church. Burial was at the Hinchcliff Cemetery. Feb 21, 1925
Joe Stotlar of the Stotlar Drug Store has bought the Springer Drug Store at Hurst and has taken charge of the same. Feb 21, 1925
Emery Howell who had his knee injured by a fall at the mine a few days ago is having quite a painful time with it now. Feb 21. 1925
Mrs. Minda Enis, beloved wife of James Enis of Marion, passed away Friday at the United Mine Workers Hospital at West Frankfort after an extended illness. The deceased was brought to her home at 212 East Goodall Street in this city Friday evening and funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon. The body will be shipped to Alabama where it will be laid to rest at Bethel, Winston County Alabama. Mrs. Enis was born in Fayette County, Alabama on March 25, 1870 and was the daughter of Jesse and Frances Lawrence of Alabama. She attended the public schools and on December 11, 1887 was united in marriage to James W. Enis at Fayette, Alabama. To this union seven children were born, namely V. 0. Enis of Marion, Mrs. William Weunderlick of Marion, Vert Enis of Paulton, A. D. Enis of West Frankfort, Mrs. W. M. Burroughs of West Frankfort, Mrs. L. Crain of Calumet, Ala. and James R. Enis of Marion. They also had one adopted son, Dan A. Bowen who lived with them at their home in this city. The deceased also leaves one sister, Mrs. M. A. Wills of Carton Hill, Ala. Feb 21, 1925
Court Notes Jess Manning of Herrin filed a $2,500 bond on charge of assault with intent to murder. Feb 21, 1925
Ben Sanders of Herrin filed a $2,500 bond for violation of the Illinois Prohibition Act. Feb 21, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Verbal Barnett are the proud parents of a 91/2-pound boy that arrived at their home on Thursday. The young man, the first child in the family, has been named Verbal Wesley Barnett. The mother was formerly Miss Myrtle Phillips. Feb 21, 1925
Court Notes Paul Phemister, twelve-year-old son of Thurmond Phemister of Herrin., was taken to the St. Charles Reform School for Boys Sunday. The young lad’s case was tried before County Judge A. D. Morgan and Mrs. Laura Margraves, County Probation Officer Saturday afternoon at the Court House. According to evidence presented the young boy was in the habit of leaving home and being gone for a week at a time. He is under bond in Harrisburg on a charge of stealing an automobile. Feb 23, 1925
Buster Johnson and Leon Little, both of Herrin were also sent to the St. Charles School. These boys were charged with stealing a car at Herrin a few weeks ago. Feb 23, 1925
Fleeta Beltz filed a $2,000 bond on a charge of receiving stolen property Saturday afternoon. Feb 23, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ward of 304 North Fair Street announce the arrival of a baby girl born February 21st and the first child of the family. They have named her Verula May. The mother was formerly Verna Westmoreland. Feb 23, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Gus Lewis of 703 North Otis Street are the proud parents of a ten pound baby boy born February 23rd and the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Mable Stroud. Feb 23, 1925
Creal Springs Dr. W. P. Sutherland has been calling on his brother who is reported very low at his home in Marion. Feb 23, 1925
Mrs. D. A. Ledbetter was going down some steps at her home last week and fell and seriously injured her left foot and hasn’t been able to walk on it since. Feb 23, 1925
Mrs. Grace Keltner returned Tuesday from a long visit with her daughter, Mrs. Della Whitlock in St. Louis. Feb 23. 1925
Mr. and Mrs. B. Cowdrey returned from Mt. Vernon where they attended the funeral of Mrs. Cowdrey’s brother. Feb 23, 1925
Mine Claims The District Office of the United Mine Workers of America allowed the claim for the death of Ora Thomas, deputy sheriff under George Galligan, who was killed in the pistol duel at Herrin. The records show Ora Thomas, age 22, shot by Glenn Young January 25, member local union 1248, Herrin. The other claim for Williamson County was Thomas Tripper, age 34, tuberculosis caused death January 17th, member of Local Union 2678, Herrin. Feb 24, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Beckford Garris of East Marion are the proud parents of a baby girl born February 22 and the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Ruth Shadowens. Feb 24, 1925
Three men escaped from the county jail Tuesday night about 8:30 p.m. Acting sheriff, Randall Parks, was watching a movie at the Orpheum when the breakout occurred. He was immediately notified and had posse’s out within fifteen minutes, but they were unsuccessful in finding the men. Those who escaped:
- Pete Vaskins of Johnston City, a Lithuanian, aged 42, short and heavy and clean shaved, under life sentence for killing his wife
- Matt Wodshick of Johnston City, an Italian, aged 40, short, slim and charged with the murder of his sister.
- Ralph Summers of Corinth, a tall slim American youth charged with the theft of an automobile. Feb 25, 1925
Creal Springs Grandma Vandall of Marion came Saturday from Marion to visit her daughter, Mrs. W. G. Lambert for a spell. Feb 25, 1925
Mrs. Dollie Bragdon returned Saturday from an extended stay with her daughter, Mrs. Dimple Standard and family. Feb 25, 1925
Mrs. Mattie Carson who lives with her sister, Mrs. Oliver, in the country is visiting her brother, James H. Hailey and wife a few days. Feb 25, 1925
Word was received in Marion of the sudden death of Nathan Riddle, Jr., son of Nathan Riddle, formerly of this city, but now of St. Louis. Mr. Riddle, who is a railroad switchman at the St. Louis terminal, was killed by a train while at work. Besides his father and a brother in California his wife and two children survive him. Feb 25, 1925
Dr. J.T. Black, who recently sold his Herrin Hospital, has removed his household goods to Marion and now lives at 606 East Boulevard in this city. Accompanied by Mrs. Black, he went to St. Louis on Wednesday to complete the purchase of extra equipment for his Marion Hospital where he will have his office for general practice and surgery. Feb 25, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Harry J. Jackson, Salem 34
\Bessie E. Suvall, Harrisburg 33
/Natale Demori, Herrin 25
\Louise Rogers, Herrin 17
/John Verna, Herrin 25
\Rosa Ronsi, Herrin 16
/Herbert Evans, Bush 22
\Iva Deason, Hurst 18
/Earl Tregoning, Freeman 21
\Jonnie Gualdoni, Herrin 19 Feb 25, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Carlo Chilarenza are the parents of a fine girl that arrived at their home on Wednesday morning. This is the first child in the family and has been named Josephine Chaiarenza. Both parents were born in Italy and the father is a coal miner here. Feb 25, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. George B. Clore of 804 West Central Street announce the arrival of a baby girl at their home on February 21st and have named her Frances Alene. The father is cashier at the Missouri Pacific Railroad. Feb 25, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Verbal Barnett of 812 West Maplewood are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born February 19th, the first child of the family. They have named him Verbal Wesley. The mother was formerly Myrtle Phillips. Feb 25, 1925
Hubert Lorenzo Eaves of Bush was united in marriage to Miss Eva Lucille Deason of Hurst Saturday afternoon at the First Baptist Church parsonage. Feb 27, 1925
Logan Stroud, well known Williamson County farmer, died at his home on Carterville R.D.D. 3 at 9 o’clock Friday morning at the age of 66 years, 4 months and 3 days. The funeral services will be held at the Crab Orchard Church near Mouser’s Store at 1 p.m. on Sunday. Mr. Stroud was born in Williamson County on October 24, 1858 and was the son of John and Penelope (Bevel) Stroud. He was married in this county in 1889 to Miss Laura M. Cannon, who with six children survive him. Two others died in infancy. The surviving children are, John, Mrs. Lily Huff, Jessie, James, Fannie and Mamie. Mr. Stroud has lived in this county all of his life. Feb 28, 1925
March
Charles R. Parks, who passed away in Chicago Friday after an extended illness was laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion Sunday afternoon. Rev. J. W. McKinney conducted funeral services at the Goddard Memorial Chapel. Interment occurred in the Rose Hill Cemetery. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Parks and was survived by one daughter, Miss Vivian, aged 13 years of West Frankfort. He also leaves three sisters, Mrs. S. Coate of Chicago, Mrs. Sula Stallons of Colorado, Miss Lula Parks of California and three brothers, Pierce of Marion and Tend and Carl of Chicago. Mar 2, 1925
Herral Dorris son of W. B. and Effie Dorris of Johnston City was buried at the Williams Prairie Church Cemetery Wednesday morning. The deceased was born September 15, 1906 and died February 23, 1925 at the Benton Hospital where he had been suffering with appendicitis. He was a member of the Junior Class of the Johnston City High School. The young man professed hope in Christ at the age of fifteen years and joined the Williams Prairie Baptist Church. Rev. Ellis baptized him in November 1921. He was an active worker and leader in the Sunday school and church services. The deceased leaves his parents, one sister, Irene, who was younger than he, two grandparents, seven uncles and five aunts. Mar 2, 1925
Miss Grace Moroni of Herrin became the bride of former States Attorney Delos L. Duty on Sunday evening; the ceremony being performed by Squire George H. Pritchett at his apartments on the public square. Following the ceremony the couple drove to Carbondale where they took the Panama Limited for New Orleans. After spending a few days at the Crescent City, they will leave for the Pacific Coast where they will spend time and then make a trip to the Hawaiian Islands. The bride is the daughter of Tony Moroni, formerly of Marion. Mr. and Mrs. Duty will make their home in Marion. Mar 2, 1925
Miss Annie Neville Paul, aged 44 years, passed away at the home of her brother John Paul at 1202 North State Street Sunday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. The deceased was born in Durham County, England June 17, 1881 and came to this country with her parents, James and Mary (Neville) Paul about twenty-five years ago. She attended the public schools in England and was a member of the Methodist Church. Miss Paul resided in Carlinville until the death of her mother last October. Since that time, she had lived in Marion with her brother. She leaves two brothers, Jack of Marion and T. W. of Carlinville. Funeral services will be Wednesday and interment will occur at Maplewood Cemetery. Mar 2, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Delos L. Duty, Marion 41
\Grace M. Moroni, Herrin 23
/H. L. Dick, Bush 32
\Opal Drew, Bush 20
/William Forbes, Herrin 34
\Opal Drew, Herrin 16
/Jake Perko, Jr. Johnston City 22
\Clementine Piano, Johnston City 18
/Roy Harris, Colp 33
\Eunice Benceni, Royalton 23
/Lester Wills, Marion 25
\Thelma Turner, Marion 19
/Roland D. Centers, Benton 24
\Nannit Martin, Benton 30
/Arlet Greer, Dixon 22
\Lou Owens, Marion 22
/Oscar Abbott, Herrin 39
\Mary E. Warren, Herrin 26 Mar 2, 1925
Creal Springs The remains of John Henry Dangbar who died at his home near Crenshaw Crossing last Friday was interred in the Creal Springs Cemetery Sunday afternoon. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Dangbar and was born here and where the family resided some years ago. Mar 2, 1925
Mrs. Loery who has been a patient for several days in the sanitarium died last Saturday night and the body was removed Sunday to her home near Pulley’s Mill where burial was made in a cemetery nearby Monday. Mar 2,1925
L. A. Peterson, Charles Ashley, L. A. Wollard and Leonard Baress (Barras?), all of Herrin were arrested in Murphysboro Saturday and charged with the holdup of James Williams in his home. Wollard and Barress are said to have been with S. Glenn Young when he was killed at Herrin. They were captured when they entered their automobile in front of the William’s home and were taken to jail. Mar 2, 1925
Carterville James McGown bought a home on Pine Street and moved into it Wednesday. Mar 2, 1925
A new grocery store called the White Star Grocery and Shoe Rebuilder Service owned by Arthur Stanley opened Sunday in the Roy Norton Building. Mar 2, 1925
The Y.C. Millinery Shop owned by Miss Gus Young and Mrs. Russel Crain was robbed Tuesday night. About one thousand dollars’ worth of shoes was taken. Mar 2, 1925
Pittsburg A farewell party was given Thursday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Kobler at Pittsburg in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Eula Kelley who are leaving for Chicago Friday. Mar 2, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Hayden of South Virginia Street are the proud parents of twins that arrived at their home at 8 p.m. Saturday. The boy, named Mike, weighed five pounds and the girl, named Pat weighed five- and one-half pounds. They have one other child, a son called “Happy.” Mrs. Hayden’s sister, Miss Mae Hessel of Chicago is visiting with her. Mar 2, 1925
Saturday night about 9:30 p.m. two masked men broke through the font door of John Clark who resides near Herrin and made the Clark family get out of bed and preceded to search the home. In the course of the holdup one of the masks dropped off one of the men and Mr. Clark recognized his cousin, Mitchell Smith of Herrin as being in the holdup. He called the boy by name and told him he thought better of him. Both men ran away without taking anything. Mr. Clark had a warrant issued for Smith’s arrest and Lloyd Drew of Herrin was also arrested in connection with the robbery. Mar 2,1925
Mrs. Sherman Scobey passed away at the family residence in Carterville Monday morning at 4:15 a.m. after a short illness. The deceased was distantly related to E. H. Scobey and Bert Scobey of Marion. She was a sister of Willilam Sizemore, cashier of the Carterville State Bank. Mar 2, 1925
The Lewis Mercantile Company store, which has long been known as “Mouser Store,” owned by C. J. Lewis and William Kiger, was sold to Hall Marshalton. A 280-acre farm at McClure valued at $24,000 was the consideration. Mr. Marshallton is now operating stores at Thebes and McClure and plans to move stock from. Mar 2, 1925
Mrs. Mary E. Strickland passed away at her home in this city after an extended illness Tuesday morning at 4:20 a.m. The deceased was born in Tennessee on May 25, 1844 and was the daughter of Ned and Polly (Beal) Jackson. She moved to this state with her parents in 1860. She was united in marriage to William B. Strickland in Harrisburg in 1866, and to this union three daughters, Nancy J. Simpson of Eldorado, Effie Lightfoot of Marion, Bertha Osburn of Marion and one son, Joseph Strickland of Harrisburg. She also leaves one brother, John Jackson of Greenway, Arkansas, The funeral service will be conducted by Rev. P. M. Durham Wednesday afternoon at Harrisburg and interment will occur at the cemetery in Harrisburg. Mar 3, 1925
Carterville Mrs. Victoria Elizabeth Scobey, wife of Sherman Scobey, died at Carterville at 5 a.m. Monday after nearly a year’s illness due to diabetes. Death came at the family home, 703 Stanwick Avenue, Carterville. Mrs. Scobey was born in Carterville on October 17, 1861 and at the time of death was 63 years, 4 months and 15 days of age. She is survived by two children, Roy Scobey and Miss Cavanas Scobey of. Carterville and b two brothers and two sisters, Frank Sizemore, Wilson Sizemore, Mrs. Elmer Echols and Mrs. John Jones, all of Carterville. The deceased was a good Christian, a loving mother and was highly respected and honored in this community. Funeral services at the Carterville Baptist Church Wednesday. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Mar 3, 1925
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Grace Young, who passed away at the family residence in Cambria. Sunday at the age of 42 years, 6 months and 29 days. Interment occurred at the Hinchcliff Cemetery. Mar 3, 1925
John Logan Stroud of Carterville, route three who died last Friday, was laid to rest at the Crab Orchard Cemetery on Sunday following services at the Crab Orchard Church. Mr. Stroud was 66 years, 4 months and 3 days of age at the time of his death. Mar 3, 1925
Pittsburg Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Smith are the proud parents of a baby boy. This is their first child and the mother was formerly Miss Pearl Sims. Mar 3, 1925
Claude Smith, who was injured at Keystone is reported slowly improving. He is in a St. Louis Hospital. Mar 3, 1925
Friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Bogart Tuesday, February 24th for a birthday dinner in honor of Mr. Bogart’s 61st birthday. Mar 3, 1925
The Marion Carnegie Library celebrated its ninth birthday on February 28th. The first librarian was Miss Marie Williams, assisted by Miss Ruth Woodley. Mrs. Roscoe Parks, the present Librarian has been in charge of the library since September 1922. Mar 3, 1925
Miss Della Collins of St. Louis was in Marion Tuesday on her way to Nelson to visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Collins. Mar 3, 1925
Mrs. Lucinda Goodall, known throughout the county as “Aunt Dude” passed away at her home on South Gray Street Thursday morning at 8 o’clock at the age of 106 years, 8 months and 13 days. Aunt Dude was born in Saline County about twenty miles from Marion on June 22, 1818, he same year in which the state of Illinois was admitted into the Union. It was during her girlhood days that she acquired the nickname by which she was generally known throughout the county. She was the daughter of Junior and Margaret (Ward) Meredith. At the age of 18 she married Richard Goodall and the newly married couple settled on the Keaster farm east of Marion, living there for a period of fifty years. Five boys and six girls were born to couple and of all these eleven children three now live. They are Mrs. D. L. Thompson, Mrs. John Clarida and Mrs. George Pulley, all of Marion. The other children now deceased were Joab, John, Sarah Ann, Elizabeth, Charles, Buck, Dick and Ben. Mrs. Goodall had 30 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren and seven great, great grandchildren. It is said that she had never missed an attendance of the Williamson County Fair since the celebrations were started 65 years ago. Most of her life was spent within the county and St. Louis was the most distant point to which she had ever journeyed. Celebrations in honor of Aunt Dude’s birthday have been annual affairs since about seventeen years ago. The largest celebration was in 1918, the occasion of her 100th birthday. During the Civil War when Mr. Goodall was in the Union Army, Aunt Dude cared for nine children. She rode on a train for the first time twenty-three years ago and took a somewhat modern viewpoint in regard to automobiles and rode in them often. However, she disliked the trolley and preferred walking to that mode of transportation. When asked if she liked to take a spin in the air, at one time she indignantly made it plain that she was in no way in favor of such things and intended to “spend the rest of her days on the ground.” She was very active in the last few years of her life and at her birthday celebration held in 1921 had a carpet, which she wove on display. She did not wear glasses and had a remarkable memory. She attended school less than three months in her life and never learned to read or write, but could count money as rapidly as anyone. At the birthday anniversary last year, she prepared a large portion of the dinner without any help from anyone else. She walked from her home near the fair ground to the First Christian Church and worked around the house and cared for a small garden. Her grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Ward, who died at the age of 115 walked from Herrin to Marion on the day she reached her 110th birthday and an uncle, Richard Ward, lived to be 100 years of age. Rev H. 0. Wilson will conduct funeral services Thursday afternoon at the First Christian Church at 2 p.m. and interment will occur at the family cemetery, five miles southeast of Marion at the Jenkins Cemetery, Aunt Dude will rest beside her husband who preceded her in death about twenty-three years ago. Besides her children she leaves two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Lindsey of Alto Pass and Mrs. Anna Smith of Hudgens. Mar 4, 1925
Mrs. John Luchow, formerly Miss Nell Chamness, underwent a serious operation on Tuesday at the Harrisburg Hospital and is reported recovering nicely. She is a sister of Mrs. Charles Sherertz and was formerly a Williamson County teacher. Mar 4, 1925
Nancy E. Lewis, the invalid daughter of Joseph and Martha Lewis, passed away at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday March 3rd at the hospital in Anna. The deceased leaves three sisters, Mrs. Taylor Atkinson of Marion, Mrs. Minnie Clarida and Mrs. Mattie James of Carterville and one brother, James Lewis of Marion and her mother, Mrs. Martha Lewis of Marion. Mar 4, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Virgil T. Marks of 1712 West Dewey Street are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born February 27th, the second child of the family and will be known as Bobby Joe. The mother was Una Buckner before her marriage. March 4, 1925
Quite a number of friends and relatives went to Hudgens Wednesday morning to help celebrate the 84th birthday of Mrs. Barbara Perry. Those from Marion who went were: Mrs. Will Taylor, Mr. and Ms. Carol Mille, Mrs. Etta Maddox, Mrs. Alta Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sellers And Son and Uncle Worth Perry. Mar 4,1925
The funeral of the late Mrs. Cora Gent Jones, wife of John L. Jones, druggist of Johnston City, who passed away at the Missouri Baptist Sanitarium in St. Louis shortly before Monday night midnight, will be held at the family home in Johnston City. Interment will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion. The cause of death was acute anemia and Mrs. Jones has been very low for several weeks. She was taken to the sanitarium two weeks ago. At her bedside at the time of death were her husband, her daughter, her sister and Mrs. Bell Gent of Marion, her sister-in-law. Surviving the deceased are the husband, John L. Jones, the daughter, Miss Susan Jones and one sister, Mrs. Ed Aikman of Marion. One son, Theron, preceded his mother in death, as did two sisters and one brother. Mrs. C. I. Pease passed away at her home at Lynn Grove, Iowa and Mrs. Mattie Teeters and James Gent in Marion. Mar 4, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Candy Shot, Marion 23
\Sallie I. Boyt, Marion 18
/Ollie Edwards, Herrin 21
\Inis Wreght, Herrin 18
/Loren Stephens, Herrin 21
\Anna Stern, Herrin 18 Mar 4, 1925
Noel Cash and Frank Kennedy, both of Marion, were arrested Tuesday evening and charged with burglarizing the Marion Clothing Company’s store on West Main Street Saturday night. Mar 4, 1925
Miss Marjorie Evans, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. I. Evans of Johnston City was united in marriage on Sunday, February 18th at two o’clock at Delray, Florida, to Mr. Milton Wall of Delray. Mrs. Wall is known in Marion and Johnston City where she has lived for a number of years. They will reside in Delray. Mar 4, 1925
Wednesday evening Mr. E. R. Harwood of Spillertown was awakened by two men who had hold of him. They told him if he “hollered” they would kill him. They tied him to the bed and ransacked the house. He heard the men go out the back door and at the same time noticed there was a fire in the kitchen. The fire continued to spread and Mr. Harwood became excited and cried out for help. Esco Cross, a neighbor, was awakened by his cries and rushed to the home and released him from the bed. The home was completely destroyed by fire. Mr. Harwood was in his home alone as his wife was visiting in Chicago. Mar 5, 1925
Miss Annie Neville Paul Who passed away at the home of her brother, John Paul, 1202 North State Street Sunday afternoon was laid to rest at the Maplewood Cemetery in Marion Wednesday afternoon. Mar 5, 1925
Wednesday afternoon, while standing at the bottom landing at Taylor Coal Company’s Mine No. 5, at Freeman waiting for a cage to ride to the top of the shaft, C. D. Smith of Herrin dropped to the ground dead. Mr. Smith was about 59 years of age and resided at 620 South 12th Street. He was a married man, but did not have any children living, one son dying several years ago. The deceased was seemingly in the best of health and had been laughing and talking to a man standing near him, when he started to fall. The body will be shipped to Covington, Tenn. where funeral services will be conducted and interment will occur in that city. The deceased had relatives living in Oklahoma, Tennessee and Kentucky. Mar 5, 1925
Tommy Edmondson received word Thursday of the death of his brother, Andy J. Edmondson at Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. Edmondson who died Wednesday was born in Johnson County new Vienna in 1860 and at the time of death was 65 years of age. He lived a large portion of his life in Williamson County about four miles southeast of Marion, leaving the county about 18 years ago. Besides the brother in Marion he is survived by his wife and two daughters aged 13 and 15 in Tennessee and two sons who live in Indiana. Edmondson was pastor of Bank Hampton Christian Church at Memphis, Tennessee where funeral services will be held on Friday. Mar 5, 1925
Lewis B. Pulley, former office holder of Williamson County and a Marion merchant, died at his home at Downey, California at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, March 5th. Death came as the result of paralytic stroke, which came at 5 o’clock that morning. He suffered a first stoke on January 10, 1920 and never recovered from it. For a time he was entirely helpless, but with wonderful vitality he rallied and after being able to get around he and Mrs. Pulley moved to Downey on July 6, 1920. During the early summer of 1924 they visited with their daughter and other relatives in Marion. Mr. Pulley was born on the old Pulley homestead near Paulton on September 8, 1856 and at the time of his death was aged 68 years, 5 months and 25 days of age. He was the son of Washington Pulley, a native of Virginia, and Mrs. Nancy Owen Pulley, a native of Tennessee. He was married to Miss Annie L. Tidwell at the Tidwell home fourteen miles east of Marion on October 14, 1886. Mrs. Pulley and three children survive him. These are, Mrs. I. 0. (Lula B.) Caplinger, of Marion, Guy L. and Leamon T. Pulley of Downey, California. Two sons preceded him in death, Carl L, who died at the age of 19 days and Guy L. who died at Downey, April 27, 1922, being one of the victims of a filling station explosion near his store. Mr. Pulley is also survived by one grandson, Walter Caplinger, by two brothers, J. M. Pulley and Eldridge S. Pulley of east Marion and two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Davis of Marion and Miss Susan Pulley of Anna. He was educated in the public schools of Williamson County and attended the Southern Illinois State Normal for one term. He was a member of the Christian Church in Marion and of the Elks Lodge of Marion. He was a lifelong Republican. He taught school in this county for fourteen terms and served as deputy county surveyor for eight years and then as county surveyor for eight years and as deputy sheriff for one year. He was elected as circuit clerk in 1900 and filled that office for twelve years. Just before retiring on July 4, 1912, he engaged in the drug business on the pubic square in Marion, along with his three sons. The sons afterwards left the store being sold by the father and Leamon after the former had been stricken and all later moved to Downey. Guy and Leamon are both in the drug business at Downey and lived on either side of their father and Mrs. Pulley will continue to make her home there. The funeral services will be held at Downey and interment will be made at the Whittier Heights Cemetery beside the body of his son, Walter. Mar 6, 1925
Mrs. Henry Blakely, formerly of Marion, died in the West Frankfort Hospital at 1:30 this morning and funeral services will be held at the Baptist Church in West Frankfort on Sunday afternoon. Interment will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion. The husband is a C E. I. Railroad man. Mar 7, 1925
Wednesday, March 4th a number of friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mrs. Barbara Perry of Hudgens and helped her celebrate her 84th birthday anniversary. Mar 7, 1925
Attorney George R.Stone received a telegram telling of the sudden death of Dr. Felix G. Stewart of Tacoma, Washington at eight o’clock Friday night. Death was caused by apoplexy. Mrs. Stewart was formerly of Marion and was the father of J. R. Stewart of Corinth and a great uncle of Attorney Stone. He was coroner of Pierce County in the state of Washington and was also State examiner for the W. O.W. He was about 70 years old. Mar 7, 1925
Little Harry Lee Evrard, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Evrard of Pittsburg, fatally injured himself Saturday morning by falling into a tub of boiling water, dying Saturday evening at 8:30 p.m. The little boy was playing in the kitchen while his mother was washing. When Mrs. Evrard turned her back the little fellow fell into a boiling tub of water and scaled himself receiving fatal injuries about the face and arms. The deceased was born in Pittsburg on April 2, 1924 and at the time of his death was nine months and five days old. He was the son of Charles and Hazel (Humphrey) Evrard. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. and interment occurred at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Mar 9, 1925
Roe Blue and Madge Simpson, both of Marion were married Thursday, February 26th at 8 o’clock at Harrisburg. Mr. BLUE is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Blue of East Main Street and is employed at the Goddard Grocer Co. of Marion. Mrs. Blue is the daughter of Mrs. Lina Simpson of North Harper Street and is employed at the C.I.P.S. Co. and will continue her work for a short time. They will make their home for the present with the bride’s mother on North Harper Street. Mar 9, 1925
Mrs. Manda E. Murphy, 702 East DeYoung Street, wife of W. R. Murphy, died Friday night at 11 p.m. after a lingering illness of several months. Mrs. Murphy was the daughter of William and Mary Thomas and was born near Galatia, Saline County, October 11, 1846. She was 76 years of age when death occurred. She moved to this county forty years ago and had lived in Marion since that time. She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. Nine children were born to her marriage, two, Franklin J. and Charles A., preceded the mother in death. Those who survive are Mrs. Dora Alice Drake, Los Angeles, California, Mrs. Ida E. Edwards and Mrs. Agnes V. Summers, Galatia, Saline County, Mrs. Ethel Stone, West Frankfort and Mrs. S. Essie Hendrickson 800 East Carter Street, Marion, two sons, Samuel M. Murphy, West Boulevard and Edward D Murphy, North McLaren. Street, Marion, forty grandchildren and eighteen grandchildren and one brother, William Thomas of Dallas, Texas. The’ following grandsons were pallbearers, Randall, Byron, Hobart and Howard Summers, Royt and Bertram Edwards. The flower girls were granddaughters, Alene, Lavada, Helena and Geneva Murphy, Marie and Freda Stone, Sybil and Mable Summers and Opal Stanford. The funeral services were held Sunday at the home. Interment was at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery Mar 9, 1925
Robert Summers of Corinth was arrested for shooting two young men named Beers and Malone Saturday evening near his home with a shotgun. Mar 9, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Stanley are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born Sunday March 8th and have named him Gaston Lee. The little lad is the first child of the family. The mother was formerly Helen Kent. Mar 10, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Wright of 600 South Duncan Street are announcing the arrival of a fine baby girl at their home on March 6th and have named her Pauline. Both parents were born in Scotland. Mar 10, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Kennedy Endrizzi, Johnston City 24
\Teresa Abba, Johnston City 17
/White M. Triplett, Herrin 53
\Ella Etherton, St. Louis, Mo. 42
/Pete Petroff, Johnston City 29
\Clarissa Scofield, Johnston City 20 Mar 10, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Parks of 107 West White Street are the proud parents of a fine baby girl born to them March 8th and she will be known as Lucille. Mar 10, 1925
John L. Shanks of Marion was found not guilty of the charge of child abandonment place against him in county court Wednesday. Mar 11, 1925
Gradby Bibbs was found guilty of assault and battery, Bibbs, who resides at Pittsburg failed to appear for trial. Mar 11, 1925
George Marks and Lonnie Felts were found guilty of disturbing religious worship and fined $25.00 Mar 11, 1925
Clatterville Mrs. George Motsinger was taken to Marion Hospital Monday for an operation and is getting along nicely. Mar 12, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Carter spent Sunday with Buddy Absher. Mar 12, 1925
Bert Abney sold his farm to Oscar Wells and has moved to Doctor Ozment’s farm near Saline No. 4 Mine. Mar 12, 1925
Carterville Mr. and Mrs. William Wallace and family motored to Herrin Sunday and visited Mrs. Wallace’s brother, Mix Krautch and family there. Mar 12, 1925
Lloyd Underwood left Monday for Chicago where he has work in view. Mar 12, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. John Wallace motored to Herrin Monday evening to visit Mrs. Wallace’s father, William Kirk who is seriously ill. Mar 12, 1925
Mrs. Elizabeth T. Guill passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dina Heltsley, Marion Rt. 2 Wednesday and will be buried at Fountain Cemetery on Friday. Mrs. Quill was born in Williamson County February 8, 1846, and was the daughter of John and Nancy (Jordan) McAnelly. She was married in 1866 to Jefferson Guill and ten children were born to them, four now living, A. J. Guill of Marion, Mrs. Ida B. Childers of Goreville, Mrs. Dina Heltsley of Marion R.R. 2 and John Guill of Marion. Six children and the husband preceded her in death. The deceased was a member of the Christian Church and was 79 years, 1 month and 3 days of age. Mar 12, 1925
Thomas M. Sizemore, aged 67 years of Johnston City, passed away at the family, residence Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock after an extended illness. Mr. Sizemore has had paralysis since November 1923 and a second stroke Sunday was the cause of death. The deceased leaves a wife and three sons in Johnston City. Mar 13, 1925
Pittsburg The small son of Mr. and Mrs. Loren Bateman has been ill for two weeks with tonsillitis and flu. Mar 13, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. John Sanders have moved to Paducah, Kentucky where Mr. Sanders is employed. Mar 13, 1925
Carl Sherertz has been in the Herrin Hospital and was able to come home Tuesday. His arm was injured while he was working on a tractor and had to be taken off. Mar 13, 1925
Afton and Lillian Hicks and Eva Schmitt who were the telephone operators have accepted positions in the State Hospital at Jacksonville, Ill. Mar 13, 1925
Herrin Vance Walker, five-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Walker of Johnston City is suffering with pneumonia fever at the Herrin Hospital. Mar 13, 1925
Paul McCormick the small son of Mr. and Mrs. Eph McCormick underwent an operation at the hospital Tuesday and is reported improving. Mar 13, 1925
Funeral services were conducted Friday at the family residence for Virginia Lee Dolton, the young daughter of Oakley and Opal (Smothers) Dolton of Scottsboro. The little daughter was born at Herrin January 1, 1924 and died March 12th at the age of one year, two months and eleven days of age. Interment was at Maplewood Cemetery. Mar 14, 1925
Stonefort Mr. and Mrs. Ola Holmes are the proud parents of a baby girl. Mar 14, 1925
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Elba Tanner was laid to rest Wednesday morning. Mar 14, 1925
Mrs. Freda Wells and mother Mrs. A. A. Gurley who have been living here for the purpose of sending children to school have moved on the farm. Mar 14, 1925
William Edward Ragsdale, aged 20, of Creal Springs was arrested Friday morning for forging checks. Mar 14, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. George Haseker of Paulton are the proud parents of a fine baby girl born to them March 12th and will be known as Helen Imogene. Mar 14, 1925
Newt Pate, who resides on a farm about thirteen miles east of Marion, was attacked last Tuesday evening by Roscoe Henry, and severely injured. Henry had been assisting Mr. Pate on the farm and came home intoxicated. He asked Pate to purchase his share of the crop for $75.00 and when Pate refused, Pete said Henry started beating him with a wagon axle leaving a four-inch gash on his head, a large cut along the side of his face and several other injuries. Pete appeared before the Grand Jury Thursday and had a warrant issued for Henry’s arrest. Oct 14, 1925
Friends and neighbors of George Dew gathered at the home on Sunday to help him celebrate his fifty-seventh birthday. Mar 16, 1925
Albert Buhl killed a red Fox while hunting on the Scott Field road a mile from Shiloh recently. The fox was the second shot on the Buhl farm within the past two weeks, the other being killed by Robert, the 16-year-old son of Albert. Mar 16, 1925
Mrs. Lucinda C. Underwood passed away Sunday morning at 6:45. The deceased was born in Tennessee on March 10, 1846 and was the daughter of John R. and Fannie (Mason) Poulson. She had five brothers and two sisters to precede her in death and had one sister, Mrs. Mary Topley of Metropolis to mourn her passing. Mrs. Underwood was united in marriage to William G. Underwood several years ago and six children were born to them, all now living, Ms. Owen Bray of West Frankfort, Thomas Underwood of Ashley, Mrs. Anna Horsley of Salem, Mrs. Will Albright of Marion and Mrs. Albert Dolton of Harrisburg. She also leaves four stepchildren, Mrs. John Lasley of Vienna, Mrs. Andrew Mann of Herrin, Mrs. Ben Taylor of Vienna and James Underwood of Thebes. The deceased was a member of the Baptist Church near Tunnel Hill. She had lived in this state practically all her life and had lived in this county for the past eighteen years. Mar 16, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ingram of West Marion are the proud parents of a baby girl born March 14th and will be known as Adris Maxine. Mar 16, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Dahmer of South Buchanan Street are the proud parents of a baby born Saturday, March 14, 1925 and weighed 7 1/4 pounds. The little lad will be known as Leon Adolph and is the second child of the family. Mar 16, 1925
Joseph H. Siegelman, 24, and Miss Beverly Foster, 20, of Cairo came to Marion on Saturday evening and were married. Mr. Siegelman Is an auto dealer in Cairo. Mar 16, 1925
Mrs. George Kelly of Stonefort was chopping a stick of wood when one end flew up penetrating her left eyeball. She was taken to the Harrisburg Hospital and treated by Dr. Lehman. Mar 17, 1925
Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the First Baptist Church of Herrin for Mrs. George Perrine who passed away at the Herrin Hospital Friday morning where she had underwent an operation on Monday morning. Ata the time of her death Mrs. Perrine was 63 years, 3 months and 1 day old. She leaves a husband and seven children, Mrs. Gertrude Lott of Chicago, Mrs. Theodore McConigal of Herrin, Mrs. M. T. Chick of Herrin, Roy of West Frankfort, Bishum, Link and Eugene of Herrin. Two children preceded her in death, Harry who died in infancy several years ago and Henry who passed away about four years go. One sister, Mrs. Emma Henry of Kankakee, also survives her. Interment occurred at the Herrin City Cemetery. Mar 17, 1925
Marriage License
/Richard Beswick, Johnston City 25
\Georgette Gauer, Johnston City 18
/Robert William Baker, Hurst 20
\Florence Eva Wilson, Herrin 17
/H. L. Van Burne, Hurst 27
\Rosalie Vendel, Desoto 24
/Louis Boyd, Marion 23
\Zona Anderson, Marion 19
/Herman Felts, Johnston City 18
\Opal Mathis, Johnston City 16
/Herbert Summers, Herrin 18
\Nancy Ruth Kelley, Herrin 16
/Leslie McCullel, Johnston City 18
\Ethel Simpson, Johnston City 15
/George Moulton, Corinth 26
\Mrs. Hazel Sweet, Corinth 22
/Walter Taylor, Bush 21
\Aneva Walton, Bush 19
/John Wesmarlain, Marion 32
\Ruth Treece, Marion 9
/Joseph A. Pate, Crab Orchard 55
\Dina Sweet, Crab Orchard 45
/William L. Gregory, Marion 63
\Catherine Ray, Pittsburg 75
/Ed Lindsey, Hurst 45
\Grace Morgan, Hurst Mar 17, 1925
Arnold View The store at Rogersville is under the new management of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Parks. Mar 18, 1925
Theodore Arnold is at a loss due to a thieving rascal taking charge of his Ford batteries without Theodore’s permission. Mar 18, 1925
Verna Venus has purchased the George Smothers property and forty-acre farm for the consideration of $800.00 and has moved to the residence. Mar 18, 1925
Prof. Elvis Holmes of the Arnold School informs us that his school will close March 24th. A big entertainment is to be given. Mar 18, 1925
Carnie Parks was a Cavalier thru Clatterville Sunday. Mar 18, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Olba Sims and family were guests of Ollie Sims last Saturday. Mar 18, 1925
Uncle Jim Rogers traded his saw mil and rig to a party near Creal Springs. Uncle Jim received in exchange the following, one mare, one complete set of harness, one wagon, one Jersey cow, two Fords and one car truck. Mar 18, 1925
Audy Beers of Marion celebrated his 34th birthday on March 17th with dinner at his parents’ home, Mr. and Mrs. H. 0. Beers of 416 East Carter Street. Mar 18, 1925
Creal Springs The little babe, Benjamin, born March 5, 1925 to Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Drape, lived only three days and was buried in the Creal Springs Cemetery Sunday. Mar 18, 1925
The body of a former wife of Eld J. R. Tucker was removed from the Kerley Cemetery near Simpson last week and reburied by the side of her companion, who recently passed away, in the Creal Springs Cemetery. She was buried twenty-eight years ago. Mar 18, 1925
Uncle Charles Dewitt, old soldier, was considerably bruised above the eye last Thursday when he fell from a chair while sitting in the Leonard Store. It’s thought he had a weak spell from poor heart action. Mar 18, 1925
Rainey Howerton sustains a serious loss in the burning of his large barn Friday night when it was struck by lightning during the storm. Twenty odd head of stock (hogs, horses and cattle) were lost besides grain and hay. Some insurance on the barn, the rest a total loss. Mar 18, 1925
Mrs. Fannie Hodges, wife of C. D. Hodges, passed away Wednesday morning at 8:30 a.m. March 18th at her home at 300 North Vicksburg Street. The deceased was born October 15, 1877 in Pinckneyville and was forty-seven years old at the time of her death. She was the daughter of William H. and Martha Hartley and leaves two sisters, Mrs. Herman Mininger of Carbondale and Mrs. Mike Schaffer of Springfield and three brothers, Tom of Murphysboro, Harve of Cambria and Ed of Marion. She was united in marriage to Fred Nelson and two children, Allen Nelson of Cape Girardeau and Lucille who stays at home. After the death of her first husband, she married Charles Hodges. Mr. Hodges had two children, W. T. Hodges of St. Louis and Georgia at home, at the time of the marriage. Mrs. Hodges was a member of the Christian Church. She has been ill with tuberculosis for the past six months. Funeral services to be conducted Thursday at the family residence and interment will be at the Maplewood Cemetery. Mar 18, 1925
Pittsburg Charley Evrard was operated on for appendicitis Saturday and is improving. Mar 18, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Owens are the proud parents of a new baby girl; the mother was formerly Miss Fanny Smith. Mar 18, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Guy Jones of 510 South Bentley Street are the proud parents of a fine baby girl born Monday, March 16th. The little Miss will be known as Beverly Alene and is the first child in the family. The mother was formerly Miss Nellie Collins. Mar 19, 1925
Herrin Mr. and Mrs. Russell Miller are the proud parents of baby boy born Friday, February 13th at the Herrin Hospital. This is the first child in the family. Mr. and Mrs. Miller are residing in ST. Louis and at present are visiting relatives here. Mar 19, 1925
Mrs. E. J. Latham who took Lysol with suicidal intent on Wednesday is reported much better and she will probably recover. She had visited with her daughter who is ill a short time before and after preparing dinner for her husband and father-in-law, called them to the table and then went into an adjoining room, took a cupful of the Lysol and called “good-bye” to them. Her son whose home is at Springfield, Mo. is expected here Thursday. Mar 19, 1925
Jake Rush, a Marion relief worker sent to Murphysboro, received word that his uncle and family (wife and 3 children) were all killed in the tornado at Murphysboro. Mar 19, 1925
Andrew J. Kimmel, Marion attorney and Democratic politician, died Thursday at 5:40 a.m. at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bessie Kilgore in St. Louis. He had received treatment in the Missouri Baptist Sanitarium for cancer of the stomach. Mr. Kimmel was born in Hancock, Illinois on November 28, 1870 one of sixteen children one having died in infancy. He came to Williamson County with his parents on March 28, 1870 and was raised on a farm. He attended the S.I.N.U. at Carbondale and afterwards taught for ten years and during that time he studied law. In 1895 he was admitted to the bar. In 1896 he moved to Marion and opened his law office and later served as city attorney and for years was master in chancery. Besides his widow, Delphia Kimmel (nee Chenoweth), the surviving children are, Raleigh Kimmel, Mrs. Bessie Kilgore and Mrs. Edward Sisk. The brothers and sisters that survive are Ms. Malinda Sutcliff of Keokuk, Iowa, Henry Kimmel of near St. Joseph, Mo., Mrs. Emily J. Coleman of Springfield, Mo., Mrs. Frances Cruse of St. Louis, Mo., E. E. Kimmel of California, J. P. Kimmel of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mrs. W. W. (Anna E.) Woodside of Marion, E. M. Kimmel of near Creal Springs, Mrs. Tena Schwartz of Marion and P. L. Kimmel of near Creal Springs. The remains were in state in St Louis all day Thursday and were shipped to Marion for interment. Mar 20., 1925
Tornado Hits Bush Vicinity A tornado hit the vicinity of Bush about three p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 1925 and lasted about fifteen minutes. Bush proper was not damaged but a little spur from Bush known as Old Bush was completely demolished. The spur contained twenty-seven or twenty-eight houses and those were completely demolished and no walls of any building were left standing. The majority of the miners were at their work and the women and younger children are those injured. The action of the Bush school teachers prevented many young children from being instantly killed. The cyclone cloud darkened the horizon and before the school was out large hail stones the size of hen eggs were falling and it was raining heavily. At dismissal time the teachers quieted the pupils by having them sing and prevented them from going out into the storm. The dead and injured from the Bush tornado are being given attention at Herrin. The Missouri Pacific started a crew and train from Bush that took the 64 injured from Bush to the Herrin Hospital and the dead are being cared for at the Herrin undertaking establishments. Three died on the train while enroute to Herrin. Every doctor of Herrin and the doctors and nurses from Marion were also ready to aid when the special train arrived. The list of dead at Herrin includes the following:
William Adams – Bush
Joe Bascari, 30 – Bush
The list of dead at Herrin includes the following:
Anna Rush, DeSoto – died at Herrin Hospital
Mrs. Harrison Shirley, near DeSoto – died at Herrin Hospital
Joe Muscal, 26 – Bush
Mrs. Charity Muscal, 18 – Bush
Helen Barringer, 12 – Bush
Lucille Barringer, 7 – Bush
The last three are daughters of James Barringer, of Bush.
F. P. Ladd, 30- Bush, father of the baby girl at the Jenkins Undertaking Parlor and whose wife is in the hospital.
Baby Ladd, aged 10 months – Bush
Thomas Adams, 76 – DeSoto
Ida Mae Shirley, 88- DeSoto
Charles Deavers, DeSoto
Lucinda Deason, 53, DeSoto
Brady Deson, DeSoto Mar 20, 1925
Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Springs, both physicians and surgeons spent all night Wednesday at Bush and Murphysboro attending victims of the tornado. They dressed a great many at their hospital in Dewmaine. Mar 20, 1925
Mrs. Thena Jones, wife of James S. Jones, 415 East Main Street, died Friday morning. She was born on September 17, 1869 near Carterville the daughter of James and Polly Crain Henry. On January 6, 1891 she was united in marriage with James S. Jones and three children were born to them, one of whom Ami Jones, is dead. Those that survive are Henry Jones and Helen Jones, both at home. One brother Andrew Henry lives in Herrin and a sister, Miss Hattie Henry, lives in Carterville. Mrs. Jones united with the Christian Church in Carterville while a young girl, but later transferred her membership to the Christian Church in Marion. Interment was at the Oakwood Cemetery in Carterville. Mar 20. 1925
Mrs. H. E. Sanders of Marion went to Murphysboro Thursday to try and locate her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bateman and found they were not injured but their home had been blown away. Mar 20, 1925
Hubert Ramsey of Marion was cleaning the boiler at No. 18 mine on Wednesday afternoon when the tornado hit. Although those in the boiler room were seriously injured, he escaped with slight injuries. Mar 20, 1925
Mrs. John L. Whiteside was called to Murphysboro on Friday on account of the death of her cousin, Arthur Dunn, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Dunn, who was killed in the tornado. Mar 20, 1925
Boogerville Dr. J. B. Miller of Marion was called to the bedside of Fate Jordan Thursday who is seriously ill. Mar 20, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Norb Tanner are the proud parents of a nine pound baby boy. Mar 20, 1925
Newton Pate and Mrs. Dana Sweet were married Thursday night. Mar 20, 1925
Clatterville Mrs. George Motsinger is home from the Marion Hospital after an operation. Mar 20, 1925
Virgil Motsinger left for St. Louis Tuesday where he has accepted employment in a packing house. Mar 20, 1925
Buddy Jones purchased a new Ford car. Mar 20, 1925
Mrs. Dennis Laningham spent a portion of the past week with her son, Mark Furlong, who is attending Brown’s Business College in Marion. Mar 20, 1925
James M. Spain of North Madison Street, died Wednesday from heart failure and funeral services were held at the home on Friday afternoon with interment at Benton. He is survived by his widow and several children. Mar 20, 1925
Mrs. Roy Oller of West Frankfort, cousin of Rev. Otto Horsley of Marion, was buried at the Maplewood Cemetery in Marion on Friday. Mrs. Oller’s husband, her daughter and three sons were uninjured by the tornado, but their home was completely destroyed. Mar 20, 1925
Acting Sheriff Randall Parks, the youngest sheriff Williamson Co. has ever had, lies at the Williamson County Jail in a critical condition with pneumonia and the flu. No one is permitted to visit Mr. Parks. Mar 21, 1925
Mrs. J. M. Norman’s mother, Mrs. Amanda Trout 84 years of age of Harrisburg, is in critical condition. On March 12 she fell while crossing the hard road near her home fracturing her skull and crushing an elbow. Mar 21, 1925
West Frankfort—March 20—a marriage of more than half a century duration was severed here when Abraham Moore, 70, was granted a divorce from his wife, America, also 70. Both Moore and his wife had filed petition for divorce each charging cruelty, but Moore was awarded the divorce. They were married in 1872 and have lived together continuously since that time. Mar 21, 1925
Plumville Last Sunday neighbors and friends gathered in at Mrs. E. S. Pulley’s and helped her celebrate her 64th birthday. Mar 21, 1925
Creal Springs As a result of the cyclone that hit West Frankfort the angel of death writes in the name of our fellow townsman, Charles Deaton. He was the son of William and Rebecca Deaton and was born April 15, 1885, dying March 18, 1925. He was married January 2, 1909 to Bessie Jennings to which the following children were born: Marie, William, Mildred and Warren (the latter deceased). One brother, Alonzo, one sister, Mrs. Francis Taylor, his aged mother, wife and three children survive. His father, one sister, Ida, and two brothers, John and Milo preceded him in death. Funeral services were held in the Free Baptist Church with interment in the cemetery nearby. Mar 21, 1925
Sarah J. Goodwin died on March 18, at the home of her niece, Mrs. L. R. Simmons on South Line Street in Creal Springs. Grandma, as everyone knew her, was born in Mansfield, Ohio July 26, 1836 to Mr. and Mrs. M. Westcot and had reached the advanced age of 88 years, 7 months and 22 days. She was married early in life to a Mr. Dyer and became the companion of Benjamin Goodwin in 1884. She took up residence in Creal Springs in 1898. The deceased leaves a brother, Ben Westcot of West Plains, Mo. Services were held at the Simmons’ home on Friday after which the body was taken on the noon train to Hoopeston on Saturday the burial was made in Foral Hill cemetery. Mar 21, 1925
Dr. J. T. Black’s has an office is in the Marion Hospital at 307 East Main Street. His residence is 606 East Boulevard. Mar 21, 1925
Mrs. Mollie C. Cloud of Hudgens died at Marion Friday evening after a short illness. The deceased was a sister-in-law of Attorney A. J. Kimmel of Marion who died at the home of his daughter in St. Louis, and was in St. Louis at the time of his death. She became ill on the train when accompanying Mr. Kimmel’s remains to Mario and died in this city a short time after arriving here. Mrs. Cloud was born in Illinois in March 1860 and about thirty-nine years ago united in marriage with Isaac Cloud. Five children were born to them, Syrrel Cloud of Mound City, Elvis of Hudgens, Richard of Paulton and Roy of Fort Screvens, Ga. Carrie, a younger daughter preceded her in death several years ago. The husband also died a few years ago. The deceased had only one sister, Mrs. A. J. Kimmel of Marion to mourn her departure. She was the daughter of William and Harriet (Ward) Chenoweth. Funeral services will be held at Shiloh Chapel Sunday with interment at Shiloh Cemetery. Mar 21, 1925
Little Georgia Betty Cox, six-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claude R. and Elizabeth (Tippy) Cox, died at the Marion Hospital Friday night at 10:45 from effects of influenza The little girl had been sick for over a month and was operated on the first of the week with hopes of her recovery. She was born in Marion August 10, 1918 and at the time of her death was six years, seven months and ten days of age. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Ms. C. R. Cox and sister, Mary Jane age 5 years. She was a student at the Logan School in the fifth grade, Miss Campbell’s room. Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church Sunday with interment at Rose Hill Cemetery. Mar 21, 1925
Mrs. Miriam Moore of Goreville died Sunday at 4:15 p.m. making the third death in the family of Mrs. A. J. Kimmel within a few days. The first death was when Mr. Kimmel died at the home of his daughter in St. Louis last Wednesday. The second death was on Friday evening when Mrs. Mollie C. Cloud died in Marion, having come here for the funeral of Mr. Kimmel and then Sunday as Mrs. Moore was planning to leave her home at Goreville, she was stricken with a stoke of paralysis and did not recover. Mrs. Kimmel and Mrs. Cloud were both nieces of Mrs. Moore. Mrs. Moore was born in this county near Marion 89 years ago. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dan Hudspeth with whom she has been living for some time. He husband, William Moore died over 25 years ago. Four children and one brother, Tom Ward of Marion survive. The children are, Mrs. Dan (Elvira) Hudspeth of Goreville, Jack Moore of Worthington, Minnesota, Richard Moore of Rockwell City, Iowa and James Moore of Pomona, California. Funeral services will be held at the Shiloh Church with interment at Shiloh Cemetery. Mar 23, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Gower of West Dewey Street are the proud parents of a fine baby girl born March 18, 1925 and the third child of the family. Mar 23, 1925
Jack Sorney of Zeigler, father of Mrs. Gilbert Pulley of Marion, died Sunday at 2:00 a.m. at his home in Zeigler following an extended illness due to pneumonia. Mr. His wife and nine children including Mrs. Pulley of this city survive Sorney. Funeral services to be held Tuesday at the family residence in Zeigler with interment at the Zeigler Cemetery. Mar 23, 1925
Louis J. Carlton, 39, superintendent of the C. & E.I. Railroad pumping station at West Frankfort lost his life in the tornado on March 18 or in the fire, which destroyed the railroad coaling chute after the tornado. Mr. Carlton’s home was at 1109 North Railroad Street, Marion, where he lived with his wife and four children, and from there he went to his work at West Frankfort each day. When the storm struck, he was caught under the debris of the big chute, which soon afterwards caught fire. In case he was not killed outright it is believed that he was stunned into insensibility and was unconscious when the flames reached his body. His body was so charred that what was left was placed in a small size baby carriage. His watch and keys were used to identify him. Mr. Carlton was born at Advance, Missouri and is survived by his widow who was formerly Miss Bertha Baker, and four children, Roberta, Ruth, Ruby and Ralph. His father and two brothers came to Marion on Friday and they and family accompanied the remains to Advance, Mo. where interment was made. Two brothers of Mrs. Carlton came from Southern Arkansas but reached here after the funeral. Mar 23, 1925
Elsie Barnett, six-year-old girl of DeSoto was the latest casualty at the Herrin Hospital. She died Monday morning from injuries received in the tornado Wednesday afternoon when it struck her home in DeSoto. Mar 23, 1925
Will Carter died at the Herrin Hospital early Sunday morning from injuries sustained in the tornado when it swept New Bush. This makes a total of sixteen dead in Williamson County from the effects of the tornado. Mar 23, 1925
An inquest was conducted over the body of Frank Osceaski who died at the American Hospital in Johnston City Friday morning. Osceaski worked at Orient No. 2 mine but could give no information about his family other than to say he had a wife and he though she had been killed in the storm. Mar 23, 1925
Marriage Licenses
/Charles E. Tucker, Anna 39
\Elsie Harris, Johnston City 33
/August Dalto, Herrin 29
\Ales Concellina, Herrin 18
/John Spasta, Johnston City 33
\Antonia Penko, Johnston City 24
/ Fred Ray, Pittsburg 29
\Edith Blunkell, Pittsburg 18
/Charles Willis, Marion 54
\Jane Smith, Marion 54
/Frank Roman, Colp 23
\Nellie Wood, Carterville 16
/Clarence Leehy, Herrin 18
\Blanche Kerley, Herrin 18 Mar 23, 1925
James Thomas Parson died at the home of his son, Roy Parson, 902 North Granite Street Wednesday at 2:15 a.m. after an extended illness. The deceased fell one year ago and dislocated a hip, which resulted in his death. His wife died three years ago. He had lived in Creal Springs ever since he was two years old. Mr. Parson was born in Mississippi in 1852 and was 62 years, 6 months and 25 days of age at death. He leaves six children, Roy of Marion, Jane Hundley of New Burnside, Bell Keil of Missouri, Bess Trammel of Marion, Jessie Upchurch of Energy and Jewell Watkins of Marion. Everett died when an infant. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at the Warder Street Baptist Church with interment at Maplewood Cemetery. Mar 25, 1925
Catherine Loudine Nicholson, infant daughter of Lawrence N. and Daisy (Douglas) Nicholson passed away at the family residence, 1123 North Market Street Wednesday morning. The baby was born Tuesday, March 23 and was one day old at the time of her death. Interment occurred at the Maplewood Cemetery in Marion Wednesday afternoon. Mar 25, 1925
Cooper Stout of Murphysboro, former U.S. Marshall for this district, died on Sunday from injuries received in the tornado. Mr. Stout’s name appeared on the first death lists, but relatives later learned that he was still living. However, death won the unequal struggle. Funeral services were held from the family residence in Murphysboro. Mar 25, 1925
N. B. Smith died at his home near Sarahsville bridge on Monday morning. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the home and interment was at Blackman Cemetery east of Stonefort. Mr. Smith was 89 years old and had previously claimed he had never been sick a day in his life time. Mar 25, 1925
George Frick was united in marriage to Mrs. Katie Newman of DeSoto Wednesday afternoon in Marion at the Zion Evangelical Church parsonage. The bride resided at DeSoto at the time of the tornado and had two children. Her children were injured in the tornado and her home was practically destroyed. Their marriage had been set for a later date, but due to the recent calamity they decided to wed this week. The groom is the brother of G. J. Frick of Marion. He resides one half mile west of Crenshaw Crossing and is employed as an engineer at Watson Mine. Mar 26, 1925
Funeral services for E.G. Dunning, DeSoto merchant who received fatal injuries in the tornado that struck DeSoto Wednesday, will be conducted Saturday. The deceased was 72 years of age and leaves a widow and three sons, Ed of Royalton, Alex of DeSoto and Jim of Christopher and one daughter, Mrs. Nell Eason of Hurst. Interment will occur at the Hurst Cemetery. Mar 27, 1925
Mrs. Missouri Ardella Cawthorn-Foutz, former pioneer citizen, was born March 12, 1887 and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Law, in Wichita, Kansas on March 16, 1925. The deceased was 68 years of age. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and in early womanhood was married to Samuel Shackelford. They were blessed with one child, Myrtle. After his death she lived with her parents until they died then she made her home with her brother, C. C. Cawthon who lived near the old home in Illinois. In 1902 she went to Kansas to make her home with another brother, J. P. Cawthon who lived on a farm near Kingman, Kansas. About eighteen years after the death of her husband Mrs. Shackelford united in marriage with John Foutz. They lived near Kingman, Kansas until his death and she again made her home with her brother, J. P. Cawthon who at that time was living in Wichita, Kansas. She lived with her brother until her daughter married and then she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. E. H. Law until her death. She leaves her daughter, four brothers, J. P. Cawthon of Wichita, Kansas, V. B. Cawthon of San Diego, California, R. A. Cawthon of Lansdale, Texas and C. C. Cawthon of Winfield, Kansas. Interment was made beside her husband in Walnut Hill Cemetery at Kingman, Kansas. Mar 28, 1925
Ralph H. South and Mildred Williams, both of DeSoto were united in marriage at the Williamson County Clerk’s Office Saturday morning. The young man is the son of Stanley South of DeSoto. His mother and sister were killed in the tornado and his father’s home was completely destroyed. The young man who is 24 years of age was not injured in the tornado. Miss Mildred Williams is 22 years of age and the daughter of Gilbert Williams of DeSoto. Her mother and father were seriously injured in the tornado and her sister was also injured. The newlyweds will reside in DeSoto. Mar 28, 1925
Phil Cline bought the Cline-Vick Drug Store at Tenth and Locust on Tuesday and is again in business after the cyclone put him on the shelf temporarily. The cyclone didn’t blow down his place, but the fire following in the wake of the storm gutted his place completely. L. V. Cline of the Cline-Vick Co., co-owners of the store at Tenth and Locust, is a brother of Phil and in order to let Phil get back into business at once, it was arranged to sell the Murphysboro store of the company to Phil. Mar 28, 1925
A. G. Dunning of DeSoto, one of the tornado victims of last week was brought to the Herrin Hospital Thursday suffering from lockjaw. Mar 28, 1925 – Herrin Journal
Little Gertrude Langson, 6-year-old daughter of Harry Langson, wanted to do her bit for the cyclone victims by giving one of her dolls. She asked the solicitors to give the doll to someone who lost all her dollies in the storm. Mar 28, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. William Carlton of 1012 W. Main Street are announcing the arrival of a fine 8 1/2 pound boy born at 4 o’clock Saturday morning, the first boy of the family and 4th child. The little lad will be known as Wiliam Mckinley Carlton, Jr. Mar 28, 1925
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Compton plan to spend Sunday at Vienna attending the celebration of the 92nd birthday of Captain. Mark Whitaker, father of Mrs. Compton. Captain Whitaker and his wife expect to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary next August. Both are now in good health. Their son, Dr. Hall Whitaker of Santa Cruz, California can’t be here at this time. The other children are, Mrs. A. L. Compton of Marion, Dr. Will J. Whiteaker and Mrs. Arata McElroy of Harrisburg and Mrs. Geneva Brown, Mrs. 0. E. Burris and Mrs. J. P. Mathis of Vienna. Mar 28, 1925
Williamson County deputies, took James Smith of Herrin to the Chester Penitentiary Sunday morning to serve an indefinite term for stealing a suit of clothes from a Hen–in merchant several months ago. Mar 30, 125
Mrs. Taletha L. J. Russell, wife of A. J. Russell of Goreville passed away at the family residence in Goreville Saturday morning, March 29, 1925 and was laid to rest Sunday at the Busby Cemetery near Goreville. Mrs. Russell was born in Mississippi on December 15, 1853 and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hendricks. Her parents died at an early age and she moved to Illinois with a child. She was married to A. J. Russell on May 2, 1869 and they were parents of nine children, two preceding their mother in death. Mar 30, 125
West Frankfort-–March 17—In all the sad circumstances growing out of the tornado disaster, in the matter locating missing children and assembling separated families, the most sad and unusual is that of Jerry Sullivan, who yesterday discovered that he had identified the body of another’s baby and buried it as his own, when in fact his child was living and uninjured. Yesterday he found his own child at the home of J. K. Whitaker, when the baby’s older sister identified her. Mr. Sullivan and a daughter are still in the hospital suffering from injuries received in the tornado. A thirteen-year-old boy who died after being pulled from the wreckage was buried last Tuesday, the day after the baby was laid to rest in the cemetery. And now the question arises as to whose child Mr. Sullivan buried. It is thought the child may have been that of Henry Barnes. Mr. Barnes has been searching the county since the disaster. It is not unlikely that the body of the little one will be exhumed in an effort to establish positive identity. Mar 30, 125
Marriage Licenses
/William C. Newton, Carterville 21
\Sybel Thaxton, Carterville 19
/Ralph H. Smith, Desoto 24
\Mildred Williams, Desoto 22
/Conrad Gwodizk, Johnston City 23
\Matilda Skooks, Johnston City 18
/Thomas C. Rookwood, Nebo 24
\Lelia Hayes, Harrisburg 28
/Ransom Beckham, Marion 20
\Marjorie Meadows, Marion 18
/Charles M. Williams, Pekin 52
\Beatrice Wright, Herrin 42 Mar 30, 1925
Ray Hedges, schoolteacher in District No. 6 near Thompsonville, was arrested Sunday on a charge of wife abandonment. Hedges is alleged to have left his wife and ran off with a fifteen-year-old girl. He is alleged to have claimed to marry the little girl when not divorced from his first wife. He was placed in the county jail to await action of the grand jury. Mar 30, 1925
Mrs. Lillian Chaplan (Chaplin?) of Bush passed away at the Herrin Hospital Monday evening March 30th from injuries received at her home in Bush during the tornado that hit Southern Illinois on Wednesday March 18th. She was twenty-one years old and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Greathouse of Blairsville. She was married to Mr. Chapman a few years ago and leaves two children. Mar 31, 1925
Three unidentified men robbed Fred Sherer Monday evening at 8:45 in the yard of his home at 915 West Union Street. Mar 31, 1925
Ruby Herrington Tate and Robert Tate will appear before Circuit Judge D. T. Hartwell in January to face three separate charges of the murder of Joseph L. Herrington, former husband of Mrs. Tate. Mar 31,1925
Mrs. Minerva Elders died at Carterville Friday and was laid to rest on Sunday at County Line Cemetery. Mrs. Elders was born November 4, 1836 and was 88 years of age. Mar 31, 1925
Claude Cox, nineteen-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cox of Marion was operated on at the Marion Hospital for appendicitis Saturday. Mar 31, 1925
(Extracted from microfilm by Mary Jo Moore, published in Bits of News, Vol. 6)