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The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, December 31, 1908 MR. and MRS. D.H. WATKINS and children, of Hiteman, were guests of his parents, J.J. WATKINS and wife, at Lucas, Christmas, and also visited her parents, MR. and MRS. F.F. MORGAN, in Lincoln Township over Sunday. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net *Judy, (from Oregon), would this be part of your Watkins family? Nancee

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 MARY IDELLA HOWELL, fifth child of NEWTON and NANCY MILMOUTH HOWELL, was born at Waterloo, Ia., September 12, 1860, died at the Methodist Hospital, Des Moines, January 1, 1909. Between these dates she has lived a modest, unpretentious life of kindness, cheerfulness and loving helpfulness to others. She believed in the efficacy of the Savior's blood, the sufficiency and boundlessness of His love. Her life was filled with kindly deeds and Christian graces. She illustrated in the sincerity of her profession by visiting those who were sad and lonely as well as those who were sick and in distress. While realizing the seriousness of her condition there was no repining, no vain regrets for the course she had taken but she went bravely on to the end But sustained and soothed with an unfaltering trust she approached the grave. This poor tribute was written by her brother, her childhood playmate, and who by days of constant association has learned to know and value the purity and nobleness of the soul that possessed her. Rev. S.A. Soxe of the Presbyterian Church conducted the funeral services. Interment was made in the Russell Cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 Among the many books placed on the Library shelves in 1908, there is one of peculiar interest. It is the first volume of a series to be published later of the roster of Iowa soldiers from the Mexican War, to and including the wars in Cuba and the Philippines. In a work of such magnitude only the chief data can be given. The mustering in and out of the service, nativity and death of the veteran are the most that can be said. Any one desiring this volume can obtain it by sending one dollar and twenty-five cents to Adjutant General Thrift, Des Moines, Iowa. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 MARRIAGE LICENSES: CHAS. M. HOOD (no age), to ANNA L. ELLIOTT, (no age.) THOS. J. ANDERSON, 26 to MAGGIE E. STREETER, 21. MATTHEW E. SHORE, 20 to ALICE APGAR, 22. C.W. HAWK, 25 to MABEL WEBER, 19. D.C. JOHNSON, 27 to ELVESA NEWSOME, 26. ROBEY DOTSON, 28 to ESTHER MOON, 18. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 THOS. J. ANDERSON and MAGGIE E. STREETER were joined in holy matrimony on Dec. 31, 1908 at the M.E. Parsonage. Dr. A.H. Lathrop performed the ceremony. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ C.W. HAWK and MABLE WEBER were united in marriage on Jan. 2, 1909, at the M E. Parsonage. Dr. A.H. Lathrop performed the ceremony. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 MR. and MRS. WRIGHT NEWSOME announce the marriage of their daughter, ELVESSA to MR. DAVID C. JOHNSON, on Wednesday the 6th inst. The young couple will be at home at Derby, after January 15. They are most estimable young people and start out in life with bright prospects and with good health will succeed in the affairs of life, both being energetic, matter-of-fact and intellectually well equipped by training and nature to cope with the problems of the domestic and business affairs of life. The Leader congratulates the young couple both separately and collectively. "May they live long and prosper," is our sentiment. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 On last Saturday morning, Jan. 2, at ten o'clock, occurred the marriage of MISS ANNA L. ELLIOTT at the home of her parents, MR. and MRS. H.W. ELLIOTT, of Russell, to MR. CHAS. M. HOOD, of Creston. The bride was beautifully attired in a traveling suit of peacock blue chiffon broad cloth, with large black hat. At her waist she carried a large bouquet of violets. Miss Mabel Schee, of Indianola, a classmate of MISS ELLIOTT's played Mendelssohn's wedding march as the couple entered the room. Rev. W.S. McCullagh performed the ceremony, after which all sat down to a three-course wedding breakfast, where each guest found place marked by hand painted heart place cards. While breakfast was being served the newly married couple smartly outwitted their friends by withdrawing from the table and entering a waiting carriage and were driven to Chariton, where they boarded No. 6 for a wedding trip to Chicago, Milwaukee and other points. MR. CHAS. M. HOOD is a prosperous young business man of Creston, a member of the Brown & Hood shoe store of that city. During last year MISS ELLIOTT has done considerable work as an evangelistic singer. The young couple will be at home to their friends on North Sycamore Street, Creston, after Febr. 15th. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 28, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

Interesting Chariton history, but out of my range: http://cgi.liveauctions.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=6527312030&fromMakeTrack=true http://cgi.liveauctions.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=6527312011&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1 Dick Kinkead Lantana, FL

Hi all, First piece is an obit and it mentions a son CARL. Does anyone know if this CARL is the same person mentioned in the second piece that wed Grace M. Matheny? Thanks, Deborah The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, March 26, 1908 WILLIAM H. ATHY was born at Leon, Iowa, Oct. 15th, 1863 and died at Clarinda Hospital on Monday, March 16th, 1908, at 9:45 p.m. His remains were brought home to his stricken family at Chariton and the funeral services held from the family residence on Thursday morning, March 19th at 9 'clock a.m., conducted by Rev. C.E. Wells, Pastor of the christian Church, and interment will take place at Leon. MR. ATHA was married to MISS JENNIE JARSONS at Leon, January 15, 1882, who survives him. From this union were born 7 children, 6 of whom are living. MRS. GEO. SAGE, CHAS. M., OTIS L., CARL, HAROLD, and FRANK H., all of whom live in our city. MR. ATHA has lived in Chariton 19 years. He became a Christian 12 years ago was baptized during a revival held by Rev. Harold J. Morsor, and has been a consistent member of the Christian Church ever since. He was also a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and the I.O.O.F. of Chariton Lodge, No. 64. He was a good husband, and father and until the unfortunate necessity of his being detained at the hospital was a cheerful, honest citizen of our city. Many sympathetic friends join the suffering family in their bereavement. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert February 7, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net http://www.rootsweb.com/~ialucas/Main.htm The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, December 10, 1908 MARRIAGE LICENSES: RAY E. SELLERS, 21 to GRACE LARIMER, 20. CARL ATHA, 19 to GRACE M. MATHENY, 17. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 19, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net http://www.rootsweb.com/~ialucas/Main.htm

IOWA OFFICIAL REGISTER 1933-1934 BIOGRAPHIES OF STATE REPRESENTATIVES G. J. GITTINGER, Chariton. - Representative from Lucas county, was born in  Lucas county November 29, 1859.  He was raised on the farm and educated in  the rural schools, with a course of instruction in a business college.  Agriculture - his vocation until 1905, when called to the sheriff's office  of his county, and on the completion of his term as sheriff was called to the  treasurer's office as an assistant, and was later appointed city clerk, which  position he held for six years.  For the past fourteen years he has been  city assessor of the city of Chariton, resigning that office when elected to the  legislature.  His religious and political beliefs are based on the Golden  Rule.  Serving first term in the legislature.  A democrat. posted at this site with Debbie's permission http://www.iagenweb.org/history

Subj: H.O.Penick-Bess Foster & Newbern  Date: 4/25/05 1:45:43 PM Pacific Daylight Time From: garysuiteki@yahoo.com To: alohawahine75@aol.com Sent from the Internet (Details) Dear Deborah Brownfield-Stanley,      I wunder & hope as to the reason that you have posted such important articles on the message board about H.O.Penick, The Fosters of Franklin,La and such? We here are descended from H.O.Penick & have been in touch with the Fosters through-out the many log years. I hope for more information about H.O.Penick. He is a great-grandfather of ours.There are 6 of us left now. Myself & a brother & a sister,our mother,her sister & her son.Plus we have children & grand-children. My grand-mother was a step-child in his Foster marriage. She lived with the Fosters at franklin until she married my grand-father in New Orleans,La. H.O. Penick was her father.                                         Respectfully,    J.W.B. __________________________________________________ Subj: Re: H.O.Penick-Bess Foster & Newbern  Date: 4/26/05 12:28:29 PM Pacific Daylight Time From: garysuiteki@yahoo.com To: Alohawahine75@aol.com Sent from the Internet (Details) Hello & Thank You very much! Please do re-post it. I would be glad to hear anything. I know that H.O.Penick died in 1940 in Washington state. I also got this from the Fosters of Franklin,La.        J.W.B.

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 GEORGE J. EWALD died at Pratt Center, Kansas, January 1, 1909, age 43 years and 26 days. His remains were brought to Russell where funeral services were held, conducted by Rev. Shenton, of the Methodist Church, and interment made in the nearby cemetery, on Sunday the 3rd inst. He was the oldest son of MR. and MRS. NICHOLAS EWALD, was born Dec. 5, 1865, in Bushnell, Illinois, coming with his parents to Russell when 5 years of age, where he resided until three years ago when he went to Kansas on account of his poor health, for years being afflicted with asthmatic and kindred troubles. He was converted when 14 years of age and united with the M.E. Church -- afterward identifying himself with the Presbyterian Church in deference to his wife, remaining an earnest Christian until his death. He was united in marriage to EVELINE THRELKELD, May 14, 1890, who died Oct. 29, 1905. To them a son was born, which died in infancy. He leaves to mourn his departure a father and mother, six sisters and three brothers, all of whom were present at the funeral except, ALBERT who was with him during his illness and death, and who resides in the southwest. As a personal tribute the Leader desires to add a word, having known him from childhood, and testifies to his exemplary character and the early energy shown in his business career. He was raised on the farm but desired to enter the commercial world and engaged with R.A. Hasselquist in Russell, to learn business. He was industrious and apt and after a few years entered trade on his own account and succeeded so well that later he had one of the largest business establishments in the town, hampered as he was by ill health, still later removing to Kansas. In the boy associations we never knew him to speak ill of anyone and possessed such an even temperament that he reasoned well before taking offense at real or imaginary insults and hasty words never caused him remorse or pain to others. This trait abided with him to the end. His personal honor was above reproach and it is pleasant now to remember him as he lived in the years following the youthful acquaintance, but with it comes that feeling of sympathy for the parents and kin who suffer the direct severance of family ties. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 27, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, January 7, 1909 The citizens of Chariton were startled by the announcement of the death of MRS. W.C. PENICK, at her home in this city, on Friday evening. In fact but few knew she was ill and her own family did not realize that her condition was serious, but a sudden heart failure seized her and as the new year was ushered in her life went out with the twilight of the day. Her husband had been constantly by her bedside and her passing was so tranquil that it seemed more like natural repose than that which is called death. Scarce could they realize the change. Thus, the tie which had bound these two in a long and harmonious career had been severed and the sorrow fell heaviest on that aged companion, who had been encouraged by her councils in the days of youthful effort, and had shared his burdens during the many years -- joined cheerfully in his enterprises and established a competency for old age -- and in that leisure had returned their second youth and it is to be doubted if they had ever enjoyed each other's association more than now, since their children had one by one married and gone from the home to found domestic establishments of their own, leaving the "old folk" an undivided companionship. Sometimes we imagine that these partings come with less regret and sadness when life's work is well finished and the course is complete to the full allotment, but when the test comes the living are as loath to say "good bye" to mother or father as though the more youthful had been called and a long life of opportunities cut short. The grim reaper is never welcome, but there is consolation in knowing that life has been well lived and the righteous standard emulated. Thus the best encomium that can be pronounced is to say that a noble woman has been called to her reward. Funeral services were held from the family home on Monday at 2 o'clock p.m. and the mortal remains laid to rest in the Chariton Cemetery, Dr. Lathrop preaching the sermon and eulogizing the character, of which she was a type. * * * * MARTHA THOMPSON was born at Lancaster, Fairfield County, Ohio, on Jan. 29, 1831. She was married to W.C. PENICK at Newcomerstown, Ohio, April 10, 1853 They came to Iowa in the same year and located at Eddyville and to Chariton in 1862. To them were born eight children, the four surviving: J.A and W.B., of this city; H.O., of New Orleans, Louisiana, and MRS. F.Q. STUART. Two sons, HALLARD and ED, died during recent years. She had been a consistent member of the M.E. Church since 1858 and an entire community bear witness to her death with general sorrow. "Leaves have their time to fall And wither at the north wind's breath -- And stars to set -- but all -- Thou hast all seasons for thine own -- Oh Death." -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 27, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, December 31, 1908 MARRIAGE LICENSES: CHAS. O. SNUGGS, 21 to ELSIE B. MEEKER, 19. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIED CHAS O. SNUGGS and MISS ELSIE B. MEEKER, both of near Lacona, were united in marriage at the home of MR. and MRS. LON RUBLE, Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Hugh Moore, Pastor of the Baptist Church of Chariton, officiating. They will reside on a farm near Lacona. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 27, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, December 31, 1908 It is with a great sense of sadness the Leader records the death of W.G. COFFMAN, at the home of his son, T.B. COFFMAN, in Washington Township, which occurred last Friday, the funeral being held on Sunday and interment in the Russell Cemetery. For many years the COFFMAN family and that of the writer lived close neighbors -- in more senses than one. Not only were these family seats only a quarter of a mile apart on adjoining farms but the social relations were so close that during all those years there was never an unkind word spoken between them or an unneighborly thought that we know of. MR. COFFMAN was one of the kindest and most generous hearted men we ever knew and while in after years these homes were broken up owing to the changes of time and fates of human existences and separations followed yet many were the time when the mind reverted to the days of childhood and a longing for the days of happy communion which could never return as they once were. Several months since when he was stricken with paralysis the fact was mentioned in these columns, together with a brief sketch of the home life and the early association; his companionship of the boys, chaste conversation, lively disposition and unstinted fidelity to his obligations. They yet form a shroud of sunshine on the landscape of existence and when cares weigh heavy it is a pleasure to return and renew the associations of old if only in memory. Who has not had such feelings. If there be not such the poverty of life is apparent. The following is the sketch of his life: WILLIAM G. COFFMAN was born in Putnam County, Indiana, February 11, 1833, and died Dec. 25, 1908, aged 75 years, 10 months and 14 days. With his parents he emigrated to Appanoose County, Iowa, in 1849, where he grew to manhood. At the age of 21 he was united in marriage to TRYPHENA EVANS, with whom he lived until her death, which occurred Sept. 25, 1898. To this union were born four children, NANCY MARGARET, who died in childhood, THOMAS BENTON, with whom he made his home since the death of his beloved wife; FRANCIS MARION, now of Lawton, Okla.; and EMMA FLORENCE, who died Dec. 10, 1894. After his marriage he located in Washington Township, where he reared his family. His parents, also his brothers and sisters have all preceded him except one sister, POLLY ANN JONES, now of Moravia. At the age of 20 years he united with the Methodist Episcopal Church but subsequently took membership in Trinity class of the Evangelical Church and at the time of his death was a member of the United Evangelical Church at Trinity, in Washington Township. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 27, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

Pella, Iowa - A Touch of Holland; Spring/Summer 1995: 'EMIGRATION PREJUDICE' ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ To discredit the leaders of the Seceders in The Netherlands in the 1840s, it was brought to the attention of the people of The Netherlands in the form of a series of malicious cartoon-type drawings. This kermisprent was printed in Tiel in 1846. The title of the cartoon panels was "Sad Relation of the Miseries of a Journey of Spiritual Emigrants to the New Utopia." Fifteen pictures illustrated some of the stories about America. It seems that at that time some immigrants, especially Germans, had failed to make a living in the woods and prairies of America. Stories of these failures reached the all-too-ready ears of critics in The Netherlands, and the cartoons resulted. Even before the emigrants had left the shores of The Netherlands, an anonymous pamphlet entitled "Farewell Greetings" was published. It said that schism was always unchristian and was contrary to the Bible, using 1 John 4, the first two verses. "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are of God; for many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the spirit which confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God." The anonymous author deplored the drastic policy of the state and declared he championed the Seceders' freedom. However, he could not "stomach" Scholte and spurned his motto, "In unity lies strength." Said the anonymous writer, "let him go to the magic land of freedom which sets such store on unbelief and fanaticism." Fortunately, Scholte was not deterred by any of this negative attitude, nor were four shiploads of his fellow compatriots who made the venture to America. Van Raalte had already taken his followers to Michigan, and other leaders went elsewhere. Perhaps the anonymous writer and the kermisprent cartoonist suffered from what we could term "the sour grape syndrome." In unity there was strength! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 26, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net

Thanks so much for your note! I always appreciate hearing from those who have found a 'nugget' of info. in my postings. You continue to support my addiction" of reading newspaper microfilms... smile!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: Willi Date: 04/26/05 09:51:32 To: IALUCAS-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [IALUCAS] BOWERS - EVANS MARRIAGE Thank you Nancee for all your posts - this one was of particular interest - William J. Marshall and his wife Sarah Jane (Jennie) were my granduncle/aunt. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert" <iggy29@rnetinc.net> To: <IALUCAS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, April 25, 2005 9:01 PM Subject: [IALUCAS] BOWERS - EVANS MARRIAGE > The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa > Thursday, December 31, 1908 > > One of the prettiest weddings of the holiday season was solemnized > Wednesday > evening at the home of MR. and MRS. W.J. MARSHALL, when their niece, MISS > JESSIE B. EVANS became the bride of CLAUDE H. BOWERS. It was a charmingly > informal affair and was witnessed by a company of about fifty, mostly > relatives of the bride and groom. > > The bride has been one of our efficient teachers for the last three years > and the groom is a worthy young farmer. Their large circle of friends > extend congratulations and wish them a happy and prosperous life. > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert > April 25, 2005 > iggy29@rnetinc.net > > > ==== IALUCAS Mailing List ==== > David, railrider503@aol.com: Lucas County List Administrator, > Website Coordinator, Lucas County IA Genweb - > http://www.rootsweb.com/~ialucas/Main.htm >

Thank you Nancee for all your posts - this one was of particular interest - William J. Marshall and his wife Sarah Jane (Jennie) were my granduncle/aunt. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert" <iggy29@rnetinc.net> To: <IALUCAS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, April 25, 2005 9:01 PM Subject: [IALUCAS] BOWERS - EVANS MARRIAGE > The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa > Thursday, December 31, 1908 > > One of the prettiest weddings of the holiday season was solemnized > Wednesday > evening at the home of MR. and MRS. W.J. MARSHALL, when their niece, MISS > JESSIE B. EVANS became the bride of CLAUDE H. BOWERS. It was a charmingly > informal affair and was witnessed by a company of about fifty, mostly > relatives of the bride and groom. > > The bride has been one of our efficient teachers for the last three years > and the groom is a worthy young farmer. Their large circle of friends > extend congratulations and wish them a happy and prosperous life. > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert > April 25, 2005 > iggy29@rnetinc.net > > > ==== IALUCAS Mailing List ==== > David, railrider503@aol.com: Lucas County List Administrator, > Website Coordinator, Lucas County IA Genweb - > http://www.rootsweb.com/~ialucas/Main.htm > > ============================== > Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the > last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx > >

Pella, Iowa - A Touch of Holland; Spring/Summer 1995: 'The Dutch Study Roosevelts' ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ In an ancient Dutch abbey in Middelburg in the province of Zeeland, a certain Dutch-American family is being studied in a prestigious Study Center Ironically, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, although proud of his origin, was not too enthusiastic about genealogy. He believed his family line originated in Haarlem, The Netherlands. Records proved that Middelburg was the ancestral home of the Roosevelts. Claes Martenszen van Rosenvelt, in the 1640s, settled in what later became New York City after emigrating from Zeeland. Middelburg was selected, in 1982, as the city for the Four Freedems Foundation. The Four Freedoms speech had been made by Roosevelt in 1941. The date of 1982 was the year of the Bicentennial of Dutch-American diplomatic relations. The abbey in which functions of the project took place dates back to the 12th century, completely restored after extensive bombings in World War II. Only Americans were honored in the first 30 years of the Four Freedom Foundation. However, in 1982, a Dutch person was honored. She was Princess Juliana. Theodore Roosevelt, also a descendant of Claes Martenszen van Rosenvelt, was from a different branch and was FDR's distant cousin. FDR's wife was also a distant cousin from the same branch as Theodore Roosevelt. An interesting note is that Theodore's grandfather insisted that his family use the Dutch language on Sunday. The family attended the Reformed Church of America and this practice of using the language on Sunday was common. FDR's middle name, Delano, was originally De Lannoy. This was the family name of his mother and they had descended from a businessman in Leiden, The Netherlands. The family having been French Huguenots. The De Lannoy name changed to Delano and were so registered when they left Leiden and sailed on the Mayflower in 1620. Middelburg honors a U.S. president in a unique way. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert April 25, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net *I thought this was very interesting..