This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hammack, Greer Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1023 Message Board Post: Boy Breaks Leg Floyd, son of Mr. And Mrs. C. L. Hammack, met with a serious misfortune about Tuesday afternoon, which resulted in his ankle being broken. He was helping haul hay from the Rayl farm when the wagon capsized. He jumped but in some manner a ladder struck the ankle, breaking the bone. He was brought to town and Dr. Orrick set the broken bone. Indications are that no serious complications will set in and that Floyd will suffer no permanent injury. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, July 13, 1916. ------------------------------- Celebrates 89th Birthday On Thursday morning, July 6th, several of the neighbors and friends with well filled baskets fathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Brown, the occasion being Grandma Greer’s eight-ninth birthday. For several years past it has been the custom of her friends to celebrate the day with her. Grandma came to Missouri in 1851 and has lived on the same farm for the past 48 years. Those present were J. R. Smith and daughter Madria, Mr. And Mrs. Silas Wilkes, Mr. And Mrs. John Carmack, Mrs. H. Roam and children, Mrs. Ed Howard, Mr. And Mrs. Ed Crawford and family, Mr. And Mrs. Eb Bryant and children, Thos. Stockton, Mr. And Mrs. Joe Sears, Mrs. Chas. Singleton and children, Otis Greer, Ivy Carmack, Snowden Roam, Mabel Carmack, and Helen Smith. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, July 13, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Odom, Pruit Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1022 Message Board Post: Isaac J. Odom Isaac J. Odom, an aged and highly respected Pulaski county citizen, died early Monday morning while being taken to a St. Louis hospital for treatment. His death occurred while the train was between Newburg and Rolla and the remains were put off at Rolla and brought back home for interment. Isaac Odom was born in Osage county this state January 28, 1852, being at the time of his death 64 years, 5 months, and 12 days old. He was married to Martha Jane Pruit an this union were born eight children, five of whom survive him—three sons and two daughters, his wife and three children having pr0ceeded him in death. He was converted to Christ at the age of twenty and united with the Baptist church. He was prominent in the political affairs of the county as a Democrat, and at the time of his death was a candidate for county judge of the Eastern district. Funeral services were held at the home. Rev. J. L. Hicks of Richland preached the sermon. Interment was made in the Joiner cemetery. The graveside services were conducted by the Crocker Lodge I. O. O. F. of which the deceased was an honored member. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, July 13, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Gray, Pickering Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1021 Message Board Post: Charles Gray Dies Suddenly Charles Gray died at his home about four miles south of Crocker on Monday morning, about six o’clock. Heart failure was the immediate cause of his death. He was apparently in good health and his passing away came as a surprise to his family and friends. He is survived by his wife and several children by his first marriage and one son by his second marriage. The remains were taken to Van Cleave, Maries county, for interment. The deceased was about sixty eight years of age. He came to Pulaski county from Maries county about twenty years ago and has lived in and near Crocker most of the time since. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, May 4, 1916. --------------------------------- In Memoriam Of Charles C. Gray, who died one month ago today. Charles C. Gray was born in the state of Michigan June 20th, 1847, and died near Crocker, Mo., May 1st, 1916, aged 69 years, 10 months, and 10 days. Comrade Gray was twice married and eleven children were born to the first union. On July 4th, 1897, he was married to Martha Pickering. To this union one son was born. The widow, six sons, and four daughters remain to mourn their loss. Comrade Gray was enrolled in Co. G. 28th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Oct. 3rd, 1864, and discharged June 5th, 1866. Comrade Gray was of a quiet, peaceable nature, honest and upright in his dealing with his neighbors and but for his old army complaint, would have been a regular attendant at church. He was too honest to be a church member and not attend the means of Grace. Written by A Comrade Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, June 1, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Denton, Harrison, Price,Teeple, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1020 Message Board Post: James M. Denton James M. Denton was born near Crocker in 1853 and made Pulaski county his home until he moved to Hazel Green, Camden county, about thirty years ago. He died in a St. Louis hospital on April 30, 1916, as a result of a stroke of paralysis suffered the previous day. He was married to Hannah Teeple in 1872. She died in 1884. To this marriage were born five children, three of whom survive Mr. Denton. They are: Mrs. Mary Harrison, Hazel Green, Mo., Mrs. Nora Price of near Richland, and Jacob Denton of Los Angeles, Calif. In 1891 he married Mrs. Ada Harrison, and two children blessed this union: Harry Denton of St. Louis, and Miss Mamie Denton, who is at home with her mother. Mr. Denton was well known in this vicinity, having been engaged in the mercantile business hera bout thirty years ago, when the family moved to Hazel Green. For the past five years Mr. Denton has been a salesman for the Famous Barr Co., in St. Louis. Mr. Denton untied with the M. E. Church at Richland in 1891 and has since lived a true Christian life. He leaves behind a host of friends who miss his genial companionship and Christian works. The remains were brought to Crocker and short funeral services were held at the graveside, in the Crocker Cemetery, by Rev. H. T. Guthrie. The deceased was an uncle of C. E. and Elmer Teeple. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, May 4, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Cheatum, Hall, Phillips, Terry, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1019 Message Board Post: Dick Phillips, of near Waynesville, came the latter part of last week to see his grandmother, Mrs. Thomas Phillips, who is ill. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 27, 1916. --------------------------------------- Death Angel Calls Aged Pioneer Mrs. Nancy M. Phillips was born in Kentucky on October 17, 1836, and died at her home in Crocker, April 28, 1916, aged 79 years, 6 months, 11 days, after an illness lasting since last October. She was bedfast from February 4th until her death. She moved with her parents to Missouri and settled in Franklin County, on the St. John’s Creek, in 1845. At the age of seventeen she married William Terry. After his death she later married Thomas Phillips on November 1, 1860, who survives her. There were seven children born to this union, four of whom are living—two sons and two daughters as follows: George W. Phillips, Mrs. Maggie Hall, D. B. Phillips of Western Washington, and Mrs. Ida Cheatum, of Eads, Colo. She moved to Pulaski County in 1884 and made her home in Crocker continuously from that time. Grandma, as she was familiarly known, untied with the church at the age of seventeen and lived a Christian until her Savior called her home. She had a very sweet disposition, a smile and pleasant word for everyone, and bore her suffering patiently. She will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services were held at the home on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock and the remains were laid to rest in the Crocker Cemetery. Rev. E. M. Vance by her special request, had charge of these services. The family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, May 4, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Barnes, Morgan; Hancock, Sullins Classification: Marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1018 Message Board Post: Barnes—Morgan The Thomas Turpin residence was the scene of a quiet wedding last Friday at which two of Pulaski County’s well known and highly respected young people embarked upon life’s journey together as man and wife. The principals of the ceremony were Hattie Barnes, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. John L. Barnes, of Cookville, and C. E. Morgan, son of J. B. Morgan of near Waynesville, Rev. W. D. Johnson officiating. The young folks will make their home in Cooper County, where Mr. Morgan is manager of a large stock farm. The News extends best wishes. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 27, 1916. -------------------------------- Mert Hancock Marries Word comes to Crocker that M. E. Hancock of Crocker, and Miss Nannie Sullins, of Rockyford, Colo., a former Crocker girl and sister of J. B. Sullins, of our city, were married in Rockyford, on April 16th. The News is informed that Mr. And Mrs. Hancock will make their home in Crocker. Their many friends here wish them much happiness. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 27, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Baugh, Bell, Jurgens, Nelson, Sauls, Stites, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1017 Message Board Post: John B. Sauls John B. Sauls was born in Maries County, Missouri, September 7, 1862. On April 26, 1886, he was married to Lucinda Stites, of Maries County. He has lived in Pulaski County for several years. He was converted before his marriage and has always lived true to God. He will be greatly missed in the Sunday School and church work. Mr. Sauls was taken to St. Louis on April 7th for medical treatment and died there April 12th. The body was brought to Crocker the next day, accompanied by Mrs. Sauls and a nephew, Charles Nelson. He leaves to mourn his loss his widow; his adopted son, Anda, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. M. Vance and interment was made in the Bethany Cemetery—the first grave in the new cemetery. His relatives who attended the funeral were his wife and adopted son, Mr. And Mrs. Fellar Nelson, Mr. And Mrs. David Stites, Mr. And Mrs. Harvey Baugh, Mr. And Mrs. Johnnie Nelson and children, Mr. And Mrs. Riley Bell and children, Ray Sauls, Charles Nelson, Johnnie Stites, Mr. And Mrs. Jules Jurgens, and C. C. Bell. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of all in their time of sorrow. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 27, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Dearduff, Overby, Payne, Wilkes Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1016 Message Board Post: Obituary One sweet face has passed from us The one we loved so dear Though we miss you in our home We know you’re at home over there. Lydia Dearduff Payne was born in Ohio, March 17, 1850, though was principally reared in Illinois. In 1868 she was united in marriage to James B. Overby. To this union were born seven children, one having died an infant. The other six children survived until Oct. 23, 1914, when the death angel called their brother, Elmer to rest. The other five who survive are: John and Willie, of Carthage, Mo.; Frank, of Weister, Okla.; Dora, of Crocker, Mo.; and Mrs. S. C. Wilkes, of Crocker, Mo.; all being present at her death. She was again united in marriage to John Payne, of Crocker, July 18, 1897. She joined the Baptist Church at Liberty, Ill., at an early age, and remained a member of that church until 1872 when she joined the Christian Church at Crocker and remained a faithful member until death. She died at her home in Crocker, Feb. 19, 1916, leaving a husband, one daughter, four sons and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Oh how could we realize that call That came for you that day For you’re sadly missed by all At home in every way Oh yes you’re gone but not forgotten Gone to rest on that bright shore Dwelling with our dear Savior on that shore Where sad partings come no more Lovingly, Her daughter Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, February 24, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Roam, Strain, Stockton Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1015 Message Board Post: Henry Roam Henry Roam was born in Overton county, Tenn., November 30, 1835, and died at his home in Crocker, Mo., February 15, 1916, aged 80 years, 2 months, and 115 days. He was married to Rhody Strain, April 16, 1853 (or 1858? or 1859?), who died in January 1892. To this union were born eleven children, nine of whom survive him. On April 24, 1892, he married Pearlie Stockton. Ten children were born to this union. Of these children all but one survive him. He leaves to mourn his demise his widow, eighteen children, all of whom attended the funeral and a host of true friends. He was a member of the church for many years and for over thirty years was a minister of the Gospel. Funeral services were held in the Christian Church on Tuesday afternoon of last week and interment was made in the Crocker cemetery. Rev. Mahaney, of Richland, conducted the services. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, February 24, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Carmack, Foot Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1014 Message Board Post: Mrs. William Foot Mary Carmack was born at Bardville, Carlisle, Kentucky, May 4, 1878, and died at her home near Crocker, Missouri, January 17, 1916. She was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. John Carmack, old and reputed settlers of Pulaski county. She came to Pulaski county with her parents in 18_ _? And had since made her home in this vicinity. On July 8, 19_ _ ? she was married to William Foot and to this union five children were born. The two eldest children a daughter and a son, Nora and George, preceded her to the better world. She is survived by her husband, three children—Luther, Thursey and Sell—her father and mother, and two brothers—Ivy and William Carmack—numerous other relatives and a host of friends. She united with the Christian church here at the age of nineteen and has lived a faithful and consistent Christian life since. Funeral services were held at the Christian church on Tuesday afternoon, January 18, at three o'clock and interment was made in the Crocker cemetery. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of their many friends. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, January 27, 1916.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Head Classification: Death Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1013 Message Board Post: Viola Jane Head Viola Jane head was born March 17, 1904 and died May 10, 1915, aged eleven years, one month and twenty-three days. She had been confined to her bed ever since Christmas, suffering from Tuberculosis. She bore her suffering patiently and when she could no longer withstand the dreaded disease, passed quietly into eternity at the hour of 6t a.m. All that the patient hands of a loving father and mother could do was done to save her but to no avail. The funeral services were conducted at the cemetery by Rev. Roam, after which she was laid to rest. Viola was a bright, lovable girl and will be greatly missed, not only by those at home but by her many school friends. She leaves a father, mother, five sisters, three brothers, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, May 13, 1915.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Sears Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1012 Message Board Post: Died John Sears, died Wednesday night about 11:30 at the home of his parents, Mr. And Mrs. Joe Sears, after a lingering illness of many months. Funeral services will be held this afternoon and interment made in the Crocker cemetery. Sympathy of the whole community is extended. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, March 11, 1915. -------------------------------------------- Obituary John B. Sears was born in Montgomery county, Ill., Nov. 18, 1886 and died March 11, 1915 in Crocker after a lingering illness of many months, being 28 years, 5 months and 11 days. He came here with his parents when only a few months old and has lived here until his death. He joined the Christian church nine years ago and was faithful unto the end. John was one of the best boys we know; always loving patient and never complaining. He leaves a father, mother, and two brothers namely: Mr. And Mrs. Joe Sears, Otto and Otis, besides a host of friends and relatives to mourn for him. Funeral services were held at the Christian church Friday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock conducted by Rev. E. M. Vance, and interment made in the Crocker cemetery. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, March 18, 1915.

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/UNB.2ACI/1011.1 Message Board Post: Jayne: I also enjoy reading them too, and hope that it helps others to make connections. I try to transcribe as much information from the newspaper clippings as I can; however, I am sure I might be missing some. Thank you, Shirley

Hello Shirley: Thank you so much for taking the time to type those stories from the Crocker newspaper. Like others, I really enjoyed reading about some of the things that happened in 1915. I did recognize some of the surnames even though they were not related to me. Hope that we might get together again one of these days. Sincerely yours, Wayne north of Battle Ground, Washington

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Sparks, Lewis Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1011 Message Board Post: I just wanted to thank you for posting these stories. These people are not in my line, but I enjoy seeing how people lived and interacted in the place and time where my own ancestors lived. Jayne

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Payne, Cowan, Krouse Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1010 Message Board Post: Obituary Joseph Henry Payne was born near Crocker, Mo., July 12, 1871, and died April 23, 1915, at his home about four miles southeast of Crocker. Mr. Payne was well known all over Pulaski county and all his acquaintanences were friends. His life was so thoroughly Christian that no man ever had cause to become his enemy. When but ten years old his father was killed by a runaway team and being the oldest child he became his mothers’ chief support. He was a good son and never failed to meet the responsibilities thus early placed upon his young shoulders. While still a young man, he was married to Miss Emma Cowan from which union were born six children, all living. Upon the first Sunday in October 1893, Mr. Payne was baptized into Christ. This was to be expected for his father before him had been a faithful Christian and an Elder of the Church and his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Payne, has been a true Christian since she was eighteen years old and she is now seventy-two years old. Mr. Payne was seriously a Christian. He had but a common school education and spent his days in hard work upon the farm but he did not allow these hindrances to keep him from study. It was his practice to spend the after supper hours in study and his leading text book was the Bible. So familiar was he with the Bible that he was a real defender of Faith and could successfully “contend for the Faith which was once for all delivered to the Saints.” He was faithful in church attendance, never allowing cold or heat or rain to keep him from going to the Lord’s house at the appointed hour. He soon became a leader in the church, having been ! chosen Elder and as Elder often led the service. His funeral was held at the /Crocker Christian Church, April 23, at 3:00 o’clock, the sermon being preached by the pastor, Alden R. Wallace, of Springfield, Mo. There was a large congregation of friends present and several beautiful floral offerings. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emma Payne, and his six children: Everett, Essie, Lorine, Fay, Goldie and Fern; his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Payne; one brother, Walter Payne, and one sister, Mrs. Nora Krouse. To these the church and community extend their sincere sympathy. Alden R. Wallace Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 29, 1915.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bensick, Peterson, Manes, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1009 Message Board Post: Tornado Strikes Golden Center About nine o’clock last Thursday night, the Golden Center neighborhood, about three miles southwest of Crocker, was visited by a tornado. The storm was a regular twister and did considerable damage. On the Bensick farm the house was blown about fifty yards and completely demolished. The family lives in S. Louis and used the farm as a summer home, so no one was in the house when the storm struck. On the Edward Peterson farm, near Schlicht’s Mill, the house was moved from its foundation, chicken house and other outbuildings demolished and many chickens killed. Mr. And Mrs. John A. Manes were slightly injured when the storm destroyed their home. They had retired but at the approach of the storm had gotten up, which action undoubtedly saved their lives as the chimney fell upon their bed when the house was blown down. Several large trees were blown down and torn from the ground near the Dave Peterson home. Much other damage was done in the neighborhood but the above are the most serious. This is the first tornado that has ever visited this section of Missouri and was probably a combination of the one that did so much damage at Seymour. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 15, 1915.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Turpin Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1008 Message Board Post: Boy Breaks Arm Lyle Turpin, the small son of Mr. And Mrs. T. H. Turpin, had the misfortune to sustain a broken arm about nine o’clock this afternoon. He was playing around a line shaft at his father’s bottling works, with a cord, when the cord became entangled with the line and catching his arm, twisted it around the shaft breaking the bone between the wrist and elbow. Dr. Rayl was called and set the broken bone and the little fellow is getting along nicely. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 15, 1915.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Crews, Shaw Classification: Marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1007 Message Board Post: Crews-Shaw Miss Ova Crews and Mr. Allen Shaw were married in Waynesville, on Wednesday of this week. The bride is the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Manuel Crews, living about a mile north of Crocker. The groom is the son of Mrs. Rosa Shaw who lives on a farm northeast of Crocker. Both Mr. And Mrs. Shaw are well known here and have a large circle of friends who wish them a long and happy married life. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 15, 1915.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Butler Classification: Death Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/UNB.2ACI/1006 Message Board Post: Cary M. Butler Our community was greatly shocked Sunday morning by the sad news of the sudden death of Cary M. Butler of near Wheeler, Saturday night at the home of Rev. Tull. Mr. Butler was one of our best citizens and will be greatly missed from our midst. Funeral services were held at Mitchell Chapel Sunday afternoon, following which interment was made in the cemetery. He leaves a wife and three children, who have the sympathy of the entire community in this their sad bereavement. Published in The Crocker News, Pulaski County, Missouri on Thursday, April 8, 1915.