The Waterloo Times About Jan 1915, there was no date on this paper but it was microfilmed immediately before the Jan 22, 1915 paper, the microfilm roll starts with Jan 1915 Renault Mrs. Tom Carr is on the sick list. Quite a good many people are sick on account of having bad colds. Roads are so bad that the country people can scarcely get into town. Mrs. C. S. Dashner and Nellie visited Mrs. Ed. Dashner Sunday afternoon. Tommy Carr and Joe Wright visited Valmeyer relatives Saturday and Sunday. Dr. Harry S. Church of Modoc was called here to see his father one day last week. Mrs. Lutmann and son Willie were called to Fults last Friday but returned home again Sunda. Mrs. Irma Drury, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Franklin and son Gilbert visited Mrs. Carr Sunday afternoon. Dr. and Mrs. Isom were called to the City last week on account of sickness of his brother's children there. Mrs. Sadie Eades was called to the bedside of her dying mother Mrs. Thompson at Modoc last week. The old Lady died last Friday and was buried Saturday in Prairie du Rocher.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wessel Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Hh.2ADE/234.1 Message Board Post: I'm a Wessel that moved to Illinois from Indiana. I have not been able to find the Wessel that came from Germany. Did your Wessel's come to the area via New Orleans or New York? wessel@htc.net

Monroe County Plat Book submitted by Wayne Rey and added to the Monroe Co website. http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmonroe/plat_book.html sharon

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Vonderheide of Monroe Co. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Hh.2ADE/277 Message Board Post: Hello, I am looking for a Val. Vonderheide family that lived in Monroe Co., New Athens area in 1870. We feel that Val and a brother Geo. immigrated to the US from Dormstadt abt. 1840. Val. mar. a young lady, Anna or Barbara - both on different census, and began his family with son b. in 1842. Any assistance or suggestions would be appreciated, Please contact me at nrhundley@sbcglobal.net

Added to the Church index is a scanned copy of the John Evangelical and Reformed Church 100 year Anniversary - 1860 - 1960 Submitted by Wayne Rey

Hello, I am searching for an obituary or death notice for Susan (Bradshaw) DIETZ/DEERTZ of Renault, Monroe Co., IL. I have found her husband Cornelius widowed on the 1900 census, so know she died before 1900. Might be between 1885 to 1899 Susan was born in Ivy, Monore Co., IL 1852 to George and Jane Bradshaw. Appreciate any information you can share with me. Regards, Pat ~~ deersbuck@yahoo.com --------------------------------- Celebrate Yahoo!'s 10th Birthday! Yahoo! Netrospective: 100 Moments of the Web

Wedding photo of William H. and Frances "Huster" Jansen added to website. Photo was submitted by Great-granddaughter Gloria J. Weber http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmonroe/monroe_people/jansen_wm_francis.html

I'm seeking information on the family of Leo Eschmann and his wife Mary Darlene Schifferdecker. Sincerely, Leah Pearson

Submitted by Vernon Ritter Immaculate Conception Cemeter, Columbia Frierdich, Anton F. Kaempf, Theresia Stebig ( Steppig), Martin Stepig (Steppig), Margaretha Obits Becker, Florence nee Eschmann Beck, Brema E. nee Hogendobler Doerr, Marian M. nee Schorb Drexler, George D. http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmonroe/

Thought you might all enjoy this site: Old School Annual Yearbooks Project. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usyrbook/ Sharon

The following tombstone pictures were added to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Columbia, they were Submitted by Vernon Ritter Biserni, Quinto Georgens, Margaret Goosens, Rev. Hy. Julius, Frank L. Julius, Carolina Klupfel, George Klupfel, Thersia LaCroix, Charles Sr. LaCroix, Elizabeth La Croix, John La Croix, Cora Meier, Father Otto Menner, Ferdinand Menner, Katharina Petri, Lorenz Reininger, Franz Ritter, Charles Ritter, Mary L. Ritter, Jacob Ritter, Josephine Schreuder, Father John Schulte, John Vogt, Anna Vogt, Henry Walker, Dorothy A. Wehinger, Albert SURNAMES Keith Fessenden has added his surnames to the list, they are: Ebert Janson Vogt Weilbacher Wienhoff

I thought you all might find these interesting. ----- Original Message ----- From: Wanda To: Undisclosed-Recipient:; Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 8:36 PM Subject: Histrorical Facts Subject: Fw: Fw: INTERESTING In George Washington's days, there were no cameras. One's image was either sculpted or painted. Some paintings of George Washington showed him standing behind a desk with one arm behind his back while others showed both legs and both arms. Prices charged by painters were not based on how many people were to be painted, but by how many limbs were to be painted. Arms and legs are "limbs," therefore painting them would cost the buyer more. Hence the expression, "Okay, but it'll cost you an arm and a leg." ************************************************************** As incredible as it sounds, men and women took baths only twice a year (May and October)! Women kept their hair covered, while men shaved their heads (because of lice and bugs) and wore wigs. Wealthy men could afford good wigs made from wool. They couldn't wash the wigs, so to clean them they would carve out a loaf of bread, put the wig in the shell, and bake it for 30 minutes. The heat would make the wig big and fluffy, hence the term "big wig." Today we often use the term "here comes the Big Wig" because someone appears to be or is powerful and wealthy. ************************************************************** In the late 1700s, many houses consisted of a large room with only one chair. Commonly, a long wide board folded down from the wall, and was used for dining! g. The "head of the household" always sat in the chair while everyone else ate sitting on the floor. Occasionally a guest, who was usually a man, would be invited to sit in this chair during a meal. To sit in the chair meant you were important and in charge. They called the one sitting in the chair the "chair man." Today in business, we use the expression or title "Chairman" or "Chairman of the Board." ************************************************************** Personal hygiene left much room for improvement. As a result, many women and men had developed acne scars by adulthood. The women would spread bee's wax over their facial skin to smooth out their complexions. When they were speaking to each other, if a woman began to stare at another woman's face she was told, "mind your own bee's wax." Should the woman smile, the wax would crack, hence the term "crack a smile." In addition, when they sat too close to the fire, the wax would melt . . . therefore, the expression "losing face." ************************************************************** Ladies wore corsets, which would lace up in the front. A proper and dignified woman as in "straight laced". . . wore a tightly tied lace. ************************************************************** Common entertainment included playing cards. However, there was a tax levied when purchasing playing cards but only applicable to the "Ace of Spades." To avoid paying the tax, people would purchase 51 cards instead. Yet, since most games require 52 cards, these people were thought to be stupid or dumb because they weren't "playing with a full deck." ************************************************************** Early politicians required feedback from the public to determine what the people considered important. Since there were no telephones, TV's or radios, the politicians sent their assistants to local taverns, pubs, and bars. They were told to "go sip some ale" and listen to people's conversations and political concerns. Many assistants were dispatched at different times. "You go sip here" and "You go sip there." The two words "go sip" were eventually combined when referring to the local opinion and, thus we have the term "gossip." ************************************************************** At local taverns, pubs, and bars, people drank from pint and quart-sized containers. A bar maid's job was to keep an eye on the customers and keep the drinks coming. She had to pay close attention and remember who was drinking in "pints" and who was drinking in "quarts," hence the term "minding your "P's and Q's." ************************************************************** One more: bet you didn't know this! In the heyday of sailing ships, all war ships and many freighters carried iron cannons. Those cannons fired round iron cannon balls. It was necessary to keep a good supply near the cannon. However, how to prevent them from rolling about the deck? The best storage method devised was a square-based pyramid with one ball on top, resting on four resting on nine, which rested on sixteen. Thus, a supply of 30 cannon balls could be stacked in a small area right next to the cannon. There was only one problem...how to prevent the bottom layer from sliding or rolling from under the others. The solution was a metal plate called a "Monkey" with 16 round indentations. However, if this plate were made of iron, the iron balls would quickly rust to it. The solution to the rusting problem was to make "Brass Monkeys." Few landlubbers realize that brass contracts much more and much faster than iron when chilled. Consequently, when the temperature dropped too far, the brass indentations would shrink so much that the iron cannonballs would come right off the monkey. Thus, it was quite literally, "Cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey." (All this time, you thought that was an improper expression, didn't you.) You must send this fabulous bit of historic knowledge to unsuspecting friends. If you don't, your floppy is going to fall off your hard drive and kill your mouse. "If you can read this, thank a teacher" "If you are reading it in English, thank a soldier."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Hh.2ADE/11.20.1.1 Message Board Post: I posted a message somewhere else to Jane King, I have a picture that is of my mother, Luberta Poffenbarger Knauer, her sister Myrna Poffenbarger Wilson, a Meda Jane Crowe King & a Marjorie Crowe Sayre. Was wondering if she is this Meda JANE Crowe KING? Also, John Crow & Emily Modglin were married in St. Clair County Illinois in October 1857, I have a copy of the marriage license. I was wondering if anyone has more information on these families, I believe she died before him, but not sure when. Any help & any response from relatives would be great. Thanks.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Crow/Crowe Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Hh.2ADE/276 Message Board Post: This is to Jane King, Are you Meda Jane Crowe King? I am Sheryl Knauer Wagoner, my mother was Luberta Poffenbarger Knauer, daughter of Homer & Ferne Crowe Poffenbarger. I have my grandmother's pictures & there is a picture of my mother, her sister Myrna, a Meda Jane Crowe King, and Marjorie Crowe Sayre. I am assuming that these the two Crowe's are my mothers first cousins. I have alot of pictures not sure of who they are & some have names not familiar. You may email me at sharae62@yahoo.com. I am trying to find some of the same information as you, but am just getting started, as are a few distant cousins. I am planning to take a trip to the State Archives Building in Springfield to see what I can locate. Look forward to hearing back from you or anyone else in the family.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Hh.2ADE/225.1 Message Board Post: I know the Weinel family, there are still living relatives in Columbia-Karen

----- Original Message ----- From: " Smith, Kathleen" <HG0102@SLPL.LIB.MO.US> To: <ILSTCLAI-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, February 17, 2005 11:15 AM Subject: [ILSTCLAI] New Genealogy Class at St. Louis Public Library > Hi, Genealogy Buddies, > > St. Louis Public Library has schuled a new class, "Your Family History: > Beginning the Adventure of Lifetimes". This class is designed for those just > beginning their family history. We will discuss how to get started, where to > find information at home, doing interviews, and the basics of census, vital > records, and visits to cemeteries, libraries, court houses. > > The class will be Saturday, March 5, 2005, from 10AM to Noon. Location is > St. Louis Public Library, 1301 Olive Street, downtown, Meeting Rm. 1. > > There is no cost for the class, and you do not need to be a city resident or > have a library card to attend. Parking is free. > > Registration is recommended. Please call (314)539-0385 for registration or > further information. > > Listers, please pass this along to anyone you know who's just getting > started! It is the first in a series of four beginner classes that are > scheduled throughout the year. > > We're hoping to see lots of new faces! > > Kathleen J. Smith > Librarian > History & Genealogy > >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Vogt-Toenjes Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Hh.2ADE/275 Message Board Post: I am looking for a picture of my Grandmother, Catherine/Catharine/Katie/Kate Vogt. She was married to Louis Toenjes. She had two sons, Robert and Lewellyn. She died in 1925 at the age of 32 in Waterloo, Illinois. I am trying to find someone who has a picture of her or actually knew her. The Vogt family lived around Waterloo, Illinois. Catherine's birth certificate has her name as Katie Laura Vogt. The name inscribed on her headstone is Catharine.

The following articles were added to the website under newspaper articles http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmonroe/ Submitted by Pat Vaseska 1900 News Articles Jan- Dec 1901 News Articles Jan- Dec 1902 News Articles Jan- Dec 1903 News Articles Jan- Dec 1904 News Articles Jan- Dec 1905 News Articles Jan- Dec

New stones added to website Submitted by Vernon Ritter http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmonroe/cemeteries/immaculate_cath.html Brellinger, Emelia Brellinger, Kuni (Kunigunda) Brellinger, John Brellinger, Henry Stockel, Anna Weissler, George W. H. Weissler, John Weissler, Lena Weissler, Reverend Fr. John A.

Does anyone know whether Immaculate Conception Cemetery at Madonnaville is still in existence--or has it been washed down river by various floods? If still in existence, any inventory of graves in existence? Thanks, Cynthia in California