This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/HKB.2ACE/109.126.239.1 Message Board Post: I'm sorry, but My John Myers was married to a Jane Starnes. They were married in 1825, in Tenn. John died before Jane in Morgan Co, Indiana. Sorry that I could not help you.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McCabe/Myers/Meyers/VanVactor Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/HKB.2ACE/368 Message Board Post: Looking for information on the Alexander McCabe family that lived in Gentry Co near Stanberry probably around 1870-1887. His wifes name was Rodah. They had 2 daugherts that lived with them named Emma and Olive (Married a Wm VanVactor) that attended a teacher college. Emma is the only child of 8 that I cannot find. I think she married a Myers or Meyers and had one son that I know of--John. There is reference to an Emma Myers that is buried in Cooper Twp by the Montgomery Standard but I cannot find this. Alex, Rodah and son Perry moved on to Oregon and all died there between 1890-1903. Need to find Emma. Please help if you can.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/HKB.2ACE/109.126.239 Message Board Post: Would you be connected to a marriage of a John, not sure of first name Myers or Meyers who married an Emma McCabe? Emma was a teacher and must have died. She had a son John. She was born in 1854 abt. in Dearborn Co., Indiana. She had a sister Olive who also lived in or near Stanberry. They were both teachers. Her father was Alexander McCabe and her mother Rodah Knapp. Thanks

Henry Walters' journal/diary continues until 1942, however, he leaves Missouri and I don't feel the postings belong on any Missouri list. The entries are interesting, but the focus is on the railroad, politics, crops, weather, and wars. With his new job on the railroad, Henry moves to Salida, CO. The altitude does not agree with Minnie and the children and they move back to Stanberry, until such time they buy a permanent home in Hastings, NE. Frederick Willis Walters, b 1896, died of cholera and is buried in the Cooper Cemetery in Gentry County. I was told there is no longer a stone, or a stone that can be read. Daughter Grace Marie, was b 1898 in Hastings. Edward Walters marries Eva Day in 1894. She was the daughter of Henry V. Day. They have no children. Minnie Florence Fisher Walters (she goes from Minnie to Mrs. Walters to Mamma in the diary) dies in 1923 of Bright's disease. Daughter Dell marries and lives one door down on 2nd Street in Hastings. Henry retired from the railroad and spent his retirement gardening, looking at the stars through his telescope and discussing politics with his son-in-law. He lived into his nineties and is buried in the Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Lori

1892 This year proved to be the busiest one of my life, as I was on duty every day of the year and at no time was I a mile away from the scene of my labors, the Stanberry Post Office. The entire management of the office was thrown upon me, as my employer, Mr. V. T. Williams devoted his time almost entirely to other duties. My health was good however and as my work was ever before me, I had no opportunity to get away from the office. I had agreed to remain in the office one year from July 1, 1891 at a salary of $40.00 a month. I did so and at the close of the year I worked by the month receiving $45.00 hoping to receive a call to enter the Railway Mail Service. My call finally arrived on Dec. 18 and I notified my employer that I would resign my position at the close of the year. The exciting political campaign during the fall made my work more exciting. As I had ever done, I voted the Republican National Ticket, but otherwise divided my support with the Populists. The winter of 1892-93 proved severe all over the world, or rather the Northern Hemisphere. In the Mississippi Valley, the preceding four or five winters were mild. Crops were fair though there was but little fruit. The farmers, however, are mostly dissatisfied, and are expressing themselves in a political way. With me, times were never better and I feel content with my surroundings. +++++++++++++

NOTE: 1892 starts with July 4, there is nothing written before this. Monday July 4, 1892 Attended the celebration in Dr. Morris grove north of town. Read the Declaration of Independence from the stand. Witnessed a game of baseball at the Fair Grounds in the afternoon. The post office was closed at 10 A.M. and I did not return until 5 P.M. A quiet day. Monday Oct 3 1892 The Republicans had a grand rally at Stanberry. Major Warner, the candidate for Governor and others made speeches in the Park. Monday Oct 24, 1892 The Democrats had their grand rally at Stanberry. Mr. Stone, the candidate for Governor, Congressman Dockery and others made speeches. About twenty beeves with several sheep and hogs were barbecued for a free dinner served in the Park. Wednesday Oct 26 1892 Edward came up from Amity in his buggy and spent the night returning the next afternoon. Saturday Nov. 19 1892 Paul Spurgeon our third baby was born at 5:25 A.M. His weight was 8 1/2 pounds. Dr. Hawthorn officiated, being the first doctor to be present at a birth in our family. As yet, our children have no cousins. There had been no birth in the family for more than ten years so the coming new addition was quite an event. +++++++++++++ I don't know why they chose the middle name of Spurgeon. All relatives are mentioned in the journal and there are no Spurgeons. Ephraim's mother may have been a Spurgeon, that's a possibility. Does anyone know of a prominent individual with the name Paul Spurgeon?

1891 Another very mild winter; during the year the thermometer not having reached zero in the Western Missouri nor in Eastern Kansas. The four winters the dealers in ice found great difficulty in laying in a supply. The crops were the best ever known, as the supply of grain surpassed any previous record. After closing my school, I came home and kept a close look out for a steady job. About the first of April, I was again attacked by the "grippe" and for nearly a month was not fit for work. Thinking a change of scene would benefit me, I went to Amity and spent four weeks with Edward in the store. My intention had been to take charge of the school at Burlington Junction, MO, but having an offer of a situation in the post office, I accepted it. During the month of June, I worked free in order to learn something of my duties. On July 1st I assumed the duties of Asst. P.M. and expect to hold that position for one year at least. I have found the work very confining. For nearly four months, I was not outside of the corporation. My work keeps me employed about twelve hours a day and about six hours on Sunday. About Dec 20 I had another attack of the "grippe" and was confined to my room for nearly a week. This time the trouble was in my throat which suffocated(?) Although it is confining, I prefer my present situation to work in the school-room, and it is not at all likely that I shall ever teach again. +++++++++++++

Saturday July 4, 1891 The office was closed from 10 A.M. until 4 P.M.. Went out to the grounds and read the Declaration of Independence. This was the first time I had been outside of the corporation since I had commenced work in the post-office. Monday Oct. 19, 1891 Laid off for four days having employed S. M. Jordan to take my place in the office for that length of time. My object was to prepare for the Civil Service Examination to be held at Kansas City, MO on the 22 following. Tuesday Oct. 20, 1891 Left for Kansas City on the evening passenger arriving at Brunswick shortly after midnight. Waited here three hours for the morning train for Kansas City where we arrived about 7 o'clock. Spent the day trying to rest but found it no easy matter to do so. Visited several places of interest. Thursday Oct. 22 1891 Was on hand promptly at 9 A.M. at the K.C. P.O. building to take my examination. Found about one hundred others there also for examination. Finished my work by noon. Elmer E. Starrett of Stanberry was with me to take the examination. We spent the afternoon riding on the street cars. Left Kansas City on the Rock Island passenger at 6 P.M. going as far as Wabash Crossing where we spent the night. Put up with Mr. Sutton. Took the train on the following morning for Stanberry. While in Kansas City, we put up at the St. James House. ++++++++++

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/HKB.2ACE/11.12.1 Message Board Post: My father is looking for a girl he dated in school - her name was Emily Gillett. He is in a Nursing Home in Springfield and he was telling me about dating her He was born 1920 and said she was one grade behind him. Any help appreciated

I am hoping someone on this list can help me. I am working on my Luntsford/Lunsford line and just received some interesting information today on Maggie Lunsford/Luntsford. In 1906 she was left 75 acres, some cows, chickens, etc. some cash by her late husband Reuben T. Luntsford according to his will. Today I receive a copy of a probate record where an O.F. Gunter alleges that Maggie Lunsford in of unsound mind and unable to take care of herself and property that is valued at $150.00 in Stanberry, Mo. On April 26, 1939, her attorney William F. Seevers files an order to dismiss which is granted due to the fact that she has no property in her name and no money. I received this from the Courthouse in Gentry. They didn’t have anything beyond this. I would really like to dig into this further….Especially who exactly was O.F. Gunter. Can anyone help me with where would be the best place to continue this search? I have no idea when or where she died. She did have several children living in the area at the time of her husband’s death. They were Jasper S. Luntsford/Lunsford, Stella (b.1886) Nellie, Nora (she reportedly married a man named Jack Kirby), Beulah (b.1899) and Clifford. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Wanda

Looking for information on the DICK, COOK and McKEE families. My grandmother was married in Stanberry in 1909 to Fred HOPPER. Her mother was Eliza DICK McKEE COOK. Eliza and Izar McKEE had several children, some of their names were Myrtle McKEE, Arthur McKEE, Pauline, McKEE and Iva McKEE. I don't know what happened to Izar, the father of these children but their mother, Eliza went on to marry a Mr. COOK and moved the family to Polk County. I have an old picture of a couple sitting with a musket across their laps with the names, John W. McKee and then under that, Mr. and Mrs. James Mckee, 1845. If these names ring any bells please contact me. Any tidbit would be helpful. Mari

Thursday April 16, 1891 Took the train for Gallatin on my way to Amity where I spent four weeks assisting Edward. Arrived at Amity on the evening passenger. Saturday May 16, 1891 Left Amity for Stanberry, going over land in Edward's buggy. Made the trip safely and found all well at home. Monday May 18, 1891 Took the morning train for Burlington Junction, where I consulted the school board concerning their school for the coming year. Went to Skidmore on the 10 A.M. freight and took dinner with my friend John W. Ware, an old school mate. Found him engaged in the hardware business, married, and settled down. Had a very pleasant time at his home. Also called on the school board. Returned to Burlington Junction on the evening passenger and had another consultation with members of the school board. Returned to Stanberry on the evening passenger. Saturday May 23, 1891 Returned to Amity as I had left with Edward's horse and buggy. On the day before, I had a disagreeable ride in search of the nag that was missing. Thursday May 28, 1891 Left Amity for Stanberry, coming home in a wagon. Albert came with me and returned the next day with the team. I commenced work in the post office on the next day. ++++++++++++

Friday Feb. 13, 1891 After dismissing school, I walked down to the boarding place of Mr. E. P. Greenawalt, who ws teaching in the district adjoining mine on the south. I had been to see him the Saturday previous spending the night with him. My object was to collect money due Edward and I succeeded in getting twenty-five dollars. I spent the night with one of his directors and concluded to go down to Amity and give Edward his money. I was lucky enough to find chances to ride to Maysville where I took the train for Amity arriving in time for dinner. Edward took me to Berlin the next day in his buggy. We stopped at Fairport and took dinner with Mr. Joe Pierce, hotel keeper and an old friend. Paid our way as transients. Tuesday Feb. 24 1891 Closed my twenty-first term of school. Had several visitors, but nothing in the way of exercises outside of the usual recitations. Spent the night with Mr. Howry. Wednesday Feb. 25, 1891 Left Mr. Howry's early and walked to Berlin where I took the hack for Maysville. Was not so fortunate in catching a train and so walked to Amity on the track. Remained at Amity until the next week when I went to Stanberry by way of Gallatin. Took my trunk at McFall where it was in waiting for me. The roads had been in a bad condition and I waited at Amity until my trunk could be taken to McFall. ++++++++++

NOTE: For those of you who were wondering why George C. Walters' grave cannot be found in the Maysville cemetery, here is your answer. Some of you may find this entry disturbing. Friday Jan 16, 1891 Dismissed my school the previous evening and spent the night with one of my directors, Mr. Howry. Early in the morning, I walked to Berlin and took the hack for Maysville where I was fortunate enough to catch a freight for Amity. Arrived in time for dinner. Spent the night with mother. Saturday Jan 17, 1891 Took the morning train for Maysville and went to the cemetery where arrangements had been made for removing the remains of my brother George to the cemetery at Amity. I found a number of old acquaintances at the grave waiting for my arrival. The earth had been removed from the rough box and the coffin was soon taken out and the remains inspected. The rough box and coffin were in a good state of preservation. The boards placed over the rough box were as sound as when placed there. On removing the lid of the rough box, the coffin was found intact. The wreath on the lid was there, but fell to pieces at the first jar. The lid of the coffin was removed and the coffin taken up by straps running through hooks screwed into the top edges of the coffin. The remains looked like a clothed skeleton. The clothes were well preserved. I noticed that the seams were very distinct and found the cloth firm and strong. and the inside pocket of his coat looked quite new. Not a trace of flesh remained, but all the bones were in place. There was nothing offensive about the remains. I examined the skull and to my surprise found that the ball that had caused death had passed diagonally through it. The remains were placed in a rough box prepared for them, and every piece of board taken up was removed to Amity and buried with the remains. When empty the grave had the appearance of being freshly dug. I noticed that the ________ ________ around the rough box still retained their sharp edges. Before reinterring at Amity, I again examined the remains with Edward. and found a piece of the ball that had lodged against the upper jaw bone. The object of my trip to Amity was to take charge of the removal of the remains as Edward could not leave his store. Monday Jan 19, 1891 Left Amity on the morning train going to Maysville where I found Mr. Pearson in a conveyance from Fairport. Rode up with him and walked from Fairport to my boarding place. The day was clear and the snow melted making the roads slushy. Commenced school again on the following morning. ++++++++++ NOTE: I believe this removal must have been at the request of their mother, Anna K. Ballou. Likely she wanted to be near the grave and later be buried beside her son. Not only were the two graves side by side, but they were very close together. After seeing this, I believe it was the reason and the plan for the removal.

I double-checked the 1900 Census for Missouri regarding Clayton ROBERTSON. The online image shows his state of birth as Illinois NOT Indiana as I said in my original message. I apologize for the error. Clayton Robertson found in: Census Microfilm Records: Missouri, 1900 Lived in: Miller Township, Gentry County, Missouri Series: T623 Microfilm: 855 Book: 1 Page: 305 Michelle Wierson Stillfield Maysville, DeKalb Co., MO

I am researching my husband's (James "Kelly" Stillfield) Robertson (Roberson) line: James "Kelly" Stillfield son of Lucy "Maude" (Cockriel) Stillfield daughter of Elsie ROBERSON Ulrich Cockriel (b. Dec. 21, 1889; d. Nov. 3, 1991) daughter of Daniel Conway ROBERSON (b. Jan. 17, 1951; d. Jan. 21, 1939) son of possibly Clayton ROBERTSON (b. Jul. 18, 1819; d. Jan. 17, 1907) The following information is taken from a handwritten note sent to Maude in November 1996 from Vivian (Chamberlain) Roberson wife of Orris Lee ROBERSON son of Harvey Samuel ROBERSON son of Daniel Conway ROBERSON and brother of Elsie ROBERSON: The following was taken from The Albany Ledger (no date given). She said that some of the information was so faint she could hardly make it out. "Came to Gentry County in 1935 - Robertson (Roberson) Clayton born 7-18-1819 - Died 1-17-1907 married Jane Weese. Children: D. C. Roberson; Emeline Baxter - Excelsior Spgs., MO; T. J. Robertson, Excelsior Spgs., MO; J. L. Robertson, Oklahoma; Lydia Stimety(z), St. John, MO; Mrs. Martha Gay, Sterling, MO." I don't know if this info she found in the newspaper was from an obituary of Clayton Robertson (Roberson) which would mean the locations after each name could be where they were living at the time of his death. This is purely an assumption on my part that I need to check out. She goes on to say that "somewhere along the line the "T" was dropped and starting with Dan, it was ROBERSON. However, Harvey made out Dan's death certificate and spelled it Robinson. Even signed his name as Harvey Robinson." (Harvey was an undertaker.) More.... "Daniel Conway Roberson; Jan. 17, 1851 - Jan. 21, 1939 Catherine (Sophrena) Yingst; 1-11-1854 - 5-19-1951 Harvey Samuel Roberson; 5-15-1883 - 2-4-1962; Buried in Moberly, MO. Married Estella Ann Gotschall." I have checked the 1830-70 Missouri Census Index and found for 1860 a Clayton Robertson; County - Gentry; Page 696; Township or Other Info - Gentryville P.O.; Record Type - Federal Population Schedule; Database - MO 1860 Federal Census Index; ID# MO22993074 and for 1850 a Claton Robertson; County - Gentry; Page 202; Township or Other Info - Miller Township; Record Type - Federal Population Census; Database - MO 1850 Federal Census Index; ID# MOS7a4526033 I also found a marriage record from the Missouri Marriages to 1850 database for a Clayton Robertson and Jane Weese married August 6, 1840 in Clinton Co., MO. There is a question if Daniel Conway ROBERSON's father is really Clayton ROBERTSON. What has raised this question for me is that on the 1900 Missouri Census - Gentry Co., Daniel ROBERSON lists the state of his father's birth as being Missouri and his mother's state of birth as Tennessee. There is also a Clayton ROBERTSON on the 1900 Missouri Census - Gentry Co. - showing the same month and year of birth that Vivian found in The Albany Ledger, a widow and living as a boarder BUT he lists his state of birth as being Indiana. I am hoping that someone may be able to shed some light on the question of Clayton ROBERTSON (ROBERSON). Thank you for any help I can get. Michelle Wierson Stillfield Maysville, DeKalb Co., MO

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Salsmans; Essmans and Clines. Classification: Queries Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/HKB.2ACE/367 Message Board Post: I am searching for info regarding my family of clines, essmans and salsmans of Bogle , Mo. Also of Howard and Athens, Mo, I believe all three twps are in Gentry County. thank you in advance

I would like to request a census look up for 1910. I am searching for the following people: Jasper S. Luntsford/Lunsford, Clifford Luntsford/Lunsford, Maggie Luntsford/Lunsford b. abt 1866. I have no birth dates for the others. They were listed in the 1900 census for Stansberry under Reuben Luntsford/Lunsford but he passed away in 1906. I am researching this family any information on them would be greatly appreciated. Wanda

Monday, Sept. 29, 1890 Commenced my twenty-first term of school with an attendance of 51. Boarded with E. F. Lilly my brother-in-law. Came down the day previous from Stanberry. Sunday, Oct. 26, 1890 Bud having bought a home near Stanberry, and moved there, I took boarding at Mrs. Charity Norton's. Friday, Dec. 19, 1890 Dismissed my school for the holiday. After school, I rode over to McFall with Will Gentz and took the evening local for home arriving there after midnight. Spent my vacation of one week in Mr. Price's store, and then returned to my school. 1890 Another very mild winter proved a great surprise to all; dealers in heavy clothing and hardware especially. who were obliged to stand two very unfavorable seasons. My brother-in-law, E. F. Lilly, had located in McFall, buying out the Lewis Brothers. He remained in business but a short time, as he was notified to settle on a security debt which he had made no calculation to pay. The Lewis Brothers took back the stock of goods at a discount and Bud moved on his father's farm for the summer. The "lagnippe", a form of influenza, became an epidemic during the holidays and I sufferred severely with it. Some died from its effects and but few persons escaped in the U. S. without a tussle with it. After my school closed, I returned to Stanberry with the view of securing a permanent home there. In a few days, I found a property that suited me and purchased it from Mr. A. L. Tomblin, paying $600 for the same. We did not secure possession until June 1st when my family moved in, as I was busily employed in taking the census. My district, No. 156, lay in the southwest corner of Cooper Township, being 7 1/2 X 4 miles in dimensions. After completing my census work, I spent several weeks canvassing for Prof. Fesler in the interests of the Stanberry Normal. I made a thorough canvass of Daviess Co. soliciting students and putting up posters in the depots and post offices. During the summer, I secured employment at Nodd Times in Mr. Prices grocery store. Owing to Mr. Lilly's misfortune at McFall, I did not apply for the school there until it was too late as I expected a situation elsewhere. I finally accepted a situation near Berlin, in the district where Bud lived and took boarding with him for one month. The year was a prosperous one for us, as I was never out of employment and we secured a good home at low figures. Our health was good except that Dell was not able to attend school during November owing to an eruption on her face. Since then she has been hearty. ++++++++++++=

Sunday, Aug. 17, 1890 Spent Saturday night at the home of Mr. Thos. Davis. Went to Jamesport where I took dinner and then went three miles southeast of town and spent the night with Mr. (Yankee) Smith. Saturday, Aug. 23, 1890 Left Jamesport on the evening passenger for Amity where I spent the Sabbath with mother. Left Amity on Monday for Wetherby. Sunday, Aug. 3, 1890 Arrived at Stanberry on the previous evening on the local, having completed my contract for canvassing for the Normal. Thursday, Sept. 4, 1890 Left Stanberry on the morning local for Gallatin Crossing where I changed cars for Jamesport. Arrived before noon. Attended the fair in the afternoon canvassing for the Normal. Spent the night at Mr. Thos. Davis' four miles northeast of town. Went to Jamesport the next morning being delayed by rain. Left Jamesport on the afternoon passenger taking the "dude" for Pattonsburg arriving(?) at Gallatin Crossing. Spent the night at Pattonsburg and took the morning passenger for Stanberry. Friday, Sept. 19, 1890 Took the morning local for McFall, as I learned the school board wished to employ a principal. Found myself a few hours too late. Returned home in the evening. +++++++++++++