From family record book, currently in possession of Brenda DeArth (ca 1800's to early 1900's) ** Norton Markham Borned Mt Ayr Iowa, Ringgold Co. Feb 8, 1877 newspaper clipping: Married at the residents of the bride's parents at high noon, January 6, Rev. C.M. Benight officiating, Miss Susie Kill and Norton Markham, both well known and highly respected you people of Graham. Guests and relatives to the number of twenty, assembled to witness the ceremony, after which a bountiful repast was served, and "all went merry as a marriage bell." Mr. and Mrs. Markham were the recipients of many useful and valuable presents, and will begin housekeeping immediately, as Norton had to cage already prepaired for his bird. Congratulation to both and may they live to eat the hen that scratches over their graves. (Missouri - Brenda's note) newspaper clipping: MRS. MABLE FRANK BECOMES BRIDE OF NORTON MARKHAM Wedding Took Place At Golden July 19. Bride Has Lived In Dailey For Twelve Years ---- Friends of Mrs. Mabel Frank, of Dailey, were surprised this week when they received announcement of the marriage of Mrs. Frank and Mr. Norton Markham of Denver. The marriage occurred July 19, at Golden and was kept a secret from their friends for several weeks. The bride has lived at Dailey for a good many years where she has conducted a general store. She is a lady of splendid accomplishments and has been very active in the community enterprises of that section. She is the postmistress and has made her home at Dailey continuously for the past 12 years. The groom is state traveling auditor for the Forsythe Mercantile company, in which capacity he has served his firm for the past four years. he has also been active in fraternal circles being a member of Masonic and Odd-Fellow organizations. He is also an experienced merchant. Mr. and Mrs. Markham will make their home at Dailey. The Harvest is glad to join their friends in welcoming them to the community and expanding best wishes for a long and ---- married life. (1926, Colorado - Brenda's note) newpaper clipping: DEATH TAKES NORTON MARKHAM, DAILEY BUSINESS MAN, FARMER After an illness of two years, Norton Markham passed away at his home in Dailey Wednesday November 21. Funeral services for Mr. Markham were held at the Dailey Evangelical church Friday afternoon Nov. 23 at 2 o'clock. The Reverend E--- Jackson, pastor of the Sterling Evangelical church, officiated at the services. Music was furnished by a quartet, Mrs. Hillard Yost, Mrs. Ernest Yost, Mrs. LeRoy Miller, and Mr. Ralph Burton, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Wm. Grauberger. Pallbearers were Messrs. Everett Davis, Roy Davis, T. E. Breezely, H. W. Lamebrt, B. A. Kelley and T. W. Horn. Interment was in the Haxtun cemetery. Arrangements were by the Radford Funeral home of Haxtun. The obituary read at the services follows: "Norton Markham, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Markham, was born at Mr. Ayr, Iowa, February 8, 1877, and departed this life November 21, 1945 at the age of 68 years, nine months, and 13 days. Besides his wife, Mabel Markham, he leaves two daughters, Lavada Brandstetter of Wheatridge, Colorado, and Navora Lawhead of Sacramento, California, three stepsons, LaNear, Ralph and Ross Frank, one sister, Sadie Vea Duey of Prescott, Iowa, two brothers, Vern of Otis, Colorado and Guy of Springdale, Arkansas. There are ten grandchildren. "In his early life Norton was engaged in the mercantile business at Graham, Missouri. He then moved to Otis, Colorado where he was in the mercantile business for 10 years. There he became auditor for Forsythe Oil company. This work entailed a great amount of traveling, the result of which he gained a large acquaintanceship with business men all over Northeastern Colorado. In July 1926 Norton was married to Mrs. Mabel Frank of Dailey and came to Dailey in September of that year where he has resided ever since. He was engaged in farming and stock raising, also assisted with the store and postoffice. "Norton was a quiet unassuming man, well informed on matter of business. Always interested in the advancements of the community and enterprises which made for improvement. He attended the Dailey church and was a member of the Oddfellows lodge, No. 189, at Graham, Missouri. There he held the position of grand master. He was a member of Masonic lodge, No. 74, at Akron, Colorado and a 32 degree Mason with membership in Consistory No 2 of the Denver Scottish Rites. "Norton was a good citiaen. A kind and loving husband and father. Always helpful to friends and neighbors, considerate of those in need. He will be greatly missed by is family, relatives and friends everywhere." **Infant son - Borned Aug 21, 1878 Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Ringgold Co. Died Aug 21. **Roy Markham - Borned August 29, 1879 Graham, Mo. Died Sept. 31, 1880 at Graham, Mo. (there is no Sept. 31; however, Sept. 30, 1880 was a Thursday. see below - Brenda's note) newspaper clipping: An infant son of Curt Markham died Thursday and was burried in the Odd Fellow's "prairie Home," Friday. **Ethel Markham Borned Dec. 30, 1880 Maitland Mo. Holt Co. newspaper clipping: MARRIED ---- Thornton -- Markham By T. N. Riley, J.P., at his office, four miles east of Graham, on Wednesday, January 13, Edgar Thornton and Ethel Markham. The bride is one of Graham's most estimable young ladies, and we congratulate Ed upon obtaining so rich a prize. The groom is a model young man, and the son of Frank Thornton. We wish the young couple all the happiness that life can give. May their journey through life be one of peace, happiness, and prosperity. newspaper clipping: OBITUARY --- Edgar Thornton, of Graham, Mo. died at the residence of his aunt Mrs. T. C. Smailes, Sat., Feb. 14, 1903 from consumption of which he has been a sufferer for some time. Age 28 yrs 5 months 6 days. Every thing in the way of medical aid was produced but to no avail. Doctors advised him to come west as the change might benefit his conditions. So accompanied by his little family he came to Stroud a short time previous to their coming here. But the disease was to deeply seated, for him to derive any benefit. Mt. Thornton was a member of the I.O.O.F. order which officiated during his sickness and death. The remains were taken back to Graham, Mo. for interment. He leaves a wife and two small children to mourn his loss, of who has the entire sympathy of the community. another newspaper clipping: E. Thornton of Graham, Nedoway county, Mo., died at Prague, O.T., last Saturday. The remains were shipped to his former home in Missouri, Monday night. Deceased was a nephew of T. C. Smailes whom a great many of Stroudn's citizens know as he lived here before moving to Prague. We did not learn the nature of the disease which caused his death. Deceased was married and leaves a wife and two small children. (O.T. = Oklahoma Territory; Mrs. T.C. Smailes was Ethel's maternal aunt - Brenda's note) OBITUARY ----- Ethel Markham, was bore in Maitland, Mo., December 30, 1880. She was united in marriage to Edgar Thornton, January 13, 1897. To them were born two children, Otto aged six years and Blanche aged four years. She was converted to God and united with the M. E. church at about 15 years of age and was a member at her death. A little over one year ago, a sad affliction befell her. Her married life had been replete with happiness, until the destroyer, consumption seized upon her husband, and in his long suffering and final death. (here paper has been cut in two) Graham, Mo. Aged 23 years, 3 months and 25 days. The funeral services were held at the M.E. church in Graham, and the remains were laid to rest in the I.O.O. F. cemetery yesterday. She was held in esteem by all who knew her. Card of Thanks ---- To all of the friends and neighbors who so kindly and generously assisted in the prolinged sickness of our beloved daughter and sister, Ethel Thornton. We extend our heartfelt thanks and commend them to HIM who alone can repay them for this generous menispetation. H.L. Markham and family. Written in ink: She was a devoted mother, a loving wife, and good sister, and a precious one. Otto Thornton Born Jan 19, 1898 Graham Mo Nodoway Co. Blanch Thornton born Aug. 9, 1899 Graham Mo. Nodaway Co. ______ A wedding of interest to the people of this county occurred at Bedford last Wednesday when Abe Brokaw, son of Mr. and Mrs. O.C. Brokaw of Mercer township, and Miss Blanche Thornton of west of Lenox were united in marriage. Both these young people are among the most highly respected young people of their communities and their many friends will extend hearty congratulations. Mr Brokaw is well known in the county, having been the democratic candidate this fall at the general election against J.S. Coakley, the republican nominee. The young man was in the world war and spent several months overseas and while in the service was severely injured by an accidental explosion, resulting in his losing one hand. The young people had planned an auto trip to Colorado, but the injury of Mr. Brokaw's father, O.C. Brokaw, may change thier plans somewhat. (30 June 1920, Iowa - Brenda's note) __________ The wedding of Miss Lillian Mae Schafroth of Mercer township and Otto E. Thornton of Lenox, occurred Wednesday evening, at 7:30 o'clock at the home of the bride's brother, George L. Schafroth, the ceremony being performed by Rev. W. H. Warrior in the presence of the relatives and immediate friends of the bridal pair. following the pretty ceremony and congratulations, a three course supper was served. The bride was attended by Miss Irene Russell as maid and the groom by George L. Schafroth, brother of the bride as best man. The bride was daintily attired in a pretty white canton crepe gown and looked very charming. The color scheme was carried throughout in green and white in the decoration of the house. The bride is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Levi Schafroth, and was married in the home in which she was born and reared. She is the graduate of the Corning high school, of the class of 1916, since when she has been engaged in teaching in her home township. She is one of the most highly respected young ladies in her locality or county and will be indeed a genuine helpmate to the gentleman of her choice. The groom is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Thornton, and is one of the hustling young farmers of his neighborhood, and during the big trouble was one of the fighters from this vicinity, serving in France for many months. He also is held in high esteem by his friends, who will be pleased to extend hearty congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Thornton began housekeeping immediately on a farm in Taylor county where the best wishes of their friends will follow them. (8 June 1921, Iowa - Brenda's note) ___________________ newspaper clipping: ABE BROKAW The passing of one of Adams County's life time citizens caused a wave of sadness over the community when word was received of the death of Abe Brokaw. He had not been well for some time but the seriousness of his condition was not known until Thursday, previous to his death, when he was taken to the Veteran hospital in Des Moines where he received the best services that medical hands and the care of loved ones could render but God willed Abe to be with Him so clasped his loving hand. Abram Cecil Brokaw, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Orin Brokaw, was born in Grant Township, September 30, 1894, and departed this life at 7:15 PM April 27, 1941, aged 46 years, 6 months, and 27 days. At the age of 24 he was called for service in the First World's War and realizing his duties he gave his loyal support to help save his country and fellow men. Since that time he had been an active member of the American Legion. On June 30, 1920 he was united in marriage to Ethel Blanche Thornton at Bedford, Iowa to whom he always gave his most sincere love and devotion. With the exception of a few years, his entire life was spent on the farm where he resided at the time of his death. Abe was devoted to his loved ones and always gave his services to those about him. His honesty and cheery disposition made him a host of friends who will sadly miss him, but the greatest loss will be in the home where tender memories will always linger. Besides his loving companion he leaves to mourn his departure his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Brokaw; one brother, George of Audubon, Iowa; one sister, Mrs. Margaret Riley, of Corning; twelve nieces and nephews and a great number of relatives and friends. Also Miss laura Heatherington, who has been like a daughter in the home for the past four years. His father and an infant sister, Edna Mae, preceded him in death. To the bereaved wife and loved ones is extended the heartfelt sympathy of all who knew him. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 30, 1941 in the Methodist church, Corning, Iowa, conducted by the Rev. Homer Caskey of South English, Iowa. Music was furnished by Mrs. Russell Roland and John Reigel accompanied by Mrs. William Sparboe. Pall bearers were Linus Moore, J.R. Anderson, William Darrah, Glen Van Alstine, Earl McClelland and Homer Richards. Mr. Brokaw was buried with full military honors.