The Barnes Chief Washington County Thursday September 1, 1921 The many friends of Miss Faye JOHNSON will be interested in learning of her marriage which took place, Tuesday, August 16, at Durango, Colo., the lucky man being Pearl B. HOLMES, of Cortez, Colo. They will make their home in Montezuma county on the farm of the groom. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Del Johnson who lived two miles east of town until last fall when they went to Colorado to spend a few months among their children. She was born and reared here where she is loved and respected by all who know her. While the groom is not know to the Barnes friends of the bride we extend congratulations to him for having won one of our most nicest girls. May their future life be a happy and prosperous one.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday February 10, 1883 Between 4 and 5 o'clock in the afternoon, election day, a number of men from the country indulged in a free fight on Broadway, near Market, over a neighborhood quarrel. The scene attracted a large number of spectators and was one of the most interesting amusements that has been afforded the people of this city for some time, although they would prefer being spared such a sight again. The offending parties should be arrested and fined. This statement of course excepts those who were obliged to defend themselves.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday February 10, 1883 Died. BURNETT.--In Centerville township, Linn county, Kansas, February 4, 1883, Aremesie BURNETT, wife of J.C. Burnett, of consumption, age 51 years, 11 months and 3 days. Her loss will be felt by a large circle of friends.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Saturday January 27, 1883 A number of deaths have recently occurred in Liberty township, this county. Among those who have died are John SULLIVAN, son of D.W. Sullivan, measles; Mrs. Anna COGSWELL, wife of William W. Cogswell and Maggie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel WOOTEN, of measles.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 20, 1883 Married. McCAHAN--FRANCIS.--January 7, in Richland, by J.L. Starks, Esquire, Mr. L.E. McCahan and Miss Almira Francis, all of Linn county.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 20, 1883 Married. DILLON--BRIGHT.--January 12, in La Cygne, Mr. James Dillon and Miss Mary Bright, Rev. W.J. Dyer, officiating, all of La Cygne.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 20, 1883 The city will soon have money enough in its treaury to buy fire extinguishing apparatus, and it could not be expended to better advantage then in purchasing a good hand water engine. Such a one as is needed here will throw up streams 140 feet, can be worked by twenty men, and will cost only $775 in St. Louis. Had it been here the morning of the sixth of last month the burned district would have been much smaller than now. The Journal understands that the city government favors the purchase of an engine and hopes that a trade for one may be consummated at an early date.

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 23, 1900 Mrs. Robert LEE departed this life Monday, at her home five miles east of town. She leaves a bereaved husband and eight children and a sorrowing community of neighbors and friends. Many gathered to pay their last tribute, at the funeral services, Tuesday afternoon at the Lee home. Rev. Barcafer of the Baptist church officiated. The remains were interred in Eagle cemetery. (McLouth.)

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 23, 1900 Miss Stella BLAIR, on of McLouth's brightest young ladies, and John DICK, third son of Postmaster Dick, were married last Wednesday in Denver, Colo. They will reside in Idaho Springs, where a happy and prosperous future is before them--is hoped by their many many firends and associates. (McLouth.)

The Oskaoosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 16, 1900 Mrs. Pete JORDAN died last Saturday morning of Bronchitis. She had been sick but a few days. Mrs. Jordan was a highly respected colored woman who has resided in this city for years. She was a very important witness in the Kirby-Foley case in session in Oskaloosa this week. (Perry.)

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 16, 1900 Mr. J.R. JOHNSON was born in Bonniehan County, Ireland, on the 10th day of January 1837, and died at his home in Jefferson County, Kans., on the 7th day of March 1900. When he was twelve years old he came to the United States with his parents settling at New Orleans, where they lived for about one year. >From that place they moved to Illinois, where he grew to manhood, and entered the service of his country. Mr. Johnson enlisted in Company H, 84th Regiment of Illinois volunteers. He served faithfully as a soldier for three years, and was honorably discharged at the close of the war. He was wounded at Salt River Bridge, October 13th, 1862. His regiment was in a great many engagements during the time it was out, and Mr. Johnson took part in every contest, save one. On July 12, 1865, he was united in marriage with Miss Adelia PURDY. To them was born eight children, six of whom are living and they were present at the funeral. Fourteen years ago he was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal church. Since that time he has lived a devoted Christian. He loved the church, and took pleasure in supporting it, though during the last years of his life he could seldom attend the services, owing to the disease which destroyed his life. In his death the church loses a consistent and helpful member; the neighborhood loses a neighbor whose place will be hard to fill; the children lose an affectionate father, and the wife loses a tender and loving husband. For many years Mr. Johnson has been a great sufferer of that dread disease, Asthma. Many times his life has been all but dispaired of; but he would rally and apparently improve, for a time. His funeral was preached at the family home, by Geo. W. Braden, of Osage City, and remains were laid to rest in the Newman Cemetery.

The Barnes Chief Washington County Thursday July 28, 1921 P.G. Brandt Drowns Sunday. One of the most tragic deaths it has ever been our duty to chronicle occured Sunday afternoon, a little after four o'clock when P. G. BRANDT lost his life while in the Little Blue river just north of Horace Holt's about six miles north of Barnes. It is not know exactly how the accident happened but it was noticed that he was in deep water and although a good swimmer for some reason was unable to swim. Before help could get to him it was too late and he had gone under. His body was recovered almost immediately, it was not in the water more than three minutes, and everything possible was done for hime but he could not be revived. Dr. Weiss of Barnes and Dr. Chambers of Hanover were called and did all in their power to revive him but to no avail. A party of about twenty people had gone to the river about two o'clock in the afternoon for an outing. Most of them went in the water either swimming or wading. They were about ready to come out when the accident happened. The death of Mr. Brandt has cast a gloom over our entire community as everybody feels a personal loss as he was a friend to everybody. The funeral was held at the residence Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. A.F. Crouse of Waterville having charge of the services which was conducted under the auspices of the I.O.O.F and Rebekah lodges. He leaves a wife and four children besides several brothers and sisters also numerous other relatives and friends. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their great loss. Obituary: Philemon Gibbony BRANDT, was born July 7, 1858, died July 24, 1921, aged 63 years and 17 days. He was born at Carrol, Ohio, and came to Kansas on Feb. 20, 1881, where he has resided continous with the exception of a few years at Lancaster, Ohiol. Mr. Brandt was united in marriage to Addie MICHAELS in Jan. 6, 1881, an Lancaster, Ohio. Four children came to brighten and cheer this home, Leroy G. of New Orleans, La.; Oliver Morton of Fon Du Lac, Wisc.; Ethel, Mrs. O.M. FELLOWS, of Robinson, Kans.; and Ralph of St. Joseph, Mo., who with four brothers and four sisters, eight grandchildren and his faithful wife remain to mourn their loss. Mr. Brandt was a member of th I.O.O.F., the Encampment of the Woodmen lodges. He came into the Lutheran church of Barnes under Rev. Loew and has remained faithful to his vows ever since. When this church disbanded he brought his letter to St. Mark's church at Waterville. Mr Brandt will be remembered as a pillar in the church as honored citizen of his community, a faithful loving husband and the father of four children who have gone out into the world's fields of endeavor. The life of our departed brother has declared his faith, "My first, my last, my chief request Are all comprised in this; To Follow where they saints have led, And then poses their bliss." Card of Thanks. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the sympathetic friends and all who have been so kind to us during our recent tragic bereavement. Their thoughtfulness and kindness were deeply appreciated and will never be forgotten. Mrs. Addie Brandt and family Wm., Ed, and Amos Brandt.

The Barnes Chief Washington County Thursday May 19, 1921 We are sorry to learn of the death early this week of Mrs. Herman MEYERS, who lived four miles south of town. Death was due to childbirth, the child having died also. Mrs. Meyers, who was formerly Alma KEEN, was preceded in death within the last three years by her mother, who was killed in an automobile accident, and two grown brothers. --Washington Palladium.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 6, 1883 Married. PLATT--CARNAHAN.--At Pleasanton, December 27, by Rev. N.K. Crowe, Mr. J.W. Platt, of the Pleasanton Herald, and Miss Sophia O. Carnahan, of Pleasanton.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 6, 1883 Married. LONGSWORTH--LUCE.--At Pleasanton, December 28, by Rev. J.E. Whitman, Mr. L.L. Longsworth and Miss Fannie E. Luce, all of Pleasanton.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 6, 1883 Married. GOWING--DYER.--At Mound City, January 1, by W.A. Trigg, Probate Judge, Mr. T.B. Gowing and Miss Arminda E. Dyer, both of La Cygne.

The La Cygne Weekly Journal Linn County Saturday January 6, 1883 Married. BARNARD--MOONEY.--At the residence of William Barnard, December 25, by Rev. W. B. Long, Mr. J.C. Barnard and Miss Belle Mooney, all of Linn County.

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 16, 1900 Several ladies wearing "rainy day" skirts were to be seen on the streets of Oskaloosa last week. One gay old girl, probably from Valley Falls, had a skirt that came considerably above her shoe tops, and those who saw her say that she certainly uses good judgement in the selection of her hosiery.

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 16, 1900 Old Bill Skaggs. Mr. William SKAGGS one of our most progressive citizens is soon to move to California. It will be a great loss to Oskaloosa. The above is a sample of the way we were compelled to speak of Old Bill SKAGGS before he left. He is gone now, and it would have been a good thing for the town had he never located here. He was constantly grumbling because he couldn't have everything his own way, and abused people who failed to appreciate the great ability and genius he thought he possessed. Another thing about the old scamp, he was full for "forty rod" whisked about half the time and when drunk was an awful nuisance. He got familiar and insisted on telling his troubles.

The Oskaloosa Times Jefferson County Friday March 16, 1900 A wedding occurred in this vicinity, Wednesday, at the Roberts home north of town. Miss Frankie ROBERTS and Otis SHRADER were the happy couple. Hosts of friends extend congratulations and good wishes for thier prosperity. (McLouth.)