I'm sure there were probably alot of violent instances in the area - for one thing, it was a mining town. Without knowing the year, the one that immediately comes to my mind is the Lapine/Christopher family murder in 1870 - tho, I'm not sure it took place in Belgrade? I had been interested in it because I have a gr-grandmother named Mary Christopher from Washington Co- but this ended up being a different family. November 21, 1870 Washington County. A French Creole family, David and Louisa Lapine and their child along with Mrs. Lapine's sister, Mary Christopher and her child were brutally murdered in their cabin 1.5 miles north of Potosi near Brushy mine diggings. What was left of the Lapine family was gathered and put in a box, brought to Potosi and buried in the city cemetery. Sheriff Clarke immediatelly began an investigation which quickly determined the perpetrators of the heinous crime. Upon questioning the citizens of the neighborhood, witnesses were located. Leon Jolly stated that his brother, Charles Jolly, and his cousin, John Armstrong (also Creoles) were the murderers. John Jolly (brother of Leon and Charley) and others also testified as to what they were told.... On Saturday night, November 19th, after indulging in whiskey, Leon and Charley Jolly and John Armstrong went to the Lapine cabin at about midnight. Leon, age 14, who was not permitted to enter the cabin, held a jug of whiskey and watched through a crack in the cabin wall. John Armstrong, who was carrying an ax, burst open the front door. The Lapine family were all asleep. Charley shot Davey four times then shot Mary in the head. Louisa was then around him holding to his coattail and he knocked her in the head with his fist then shot her. John Armstrong chopped Davey's head off then chopped the women and children in the head with the ax. The two fiends then set fire to the cabin, burning the mutilated bodies beyond recognition. With blood still on their hands and clothing, they then returned to John Jolly's home for breakfast. The murderers did not flee the area until Monday when the crime was discovered. Sheriff Clarke quickly organized a posse which set off in vigorous pursuit. The chase led to Jefferson County where four citizens apprehended the criminals as they sat at supper at the Bellagantha Lucas house. They were given to the posse and returned to Potosi. On November 26th, an attempt was made to lynch the prisoners by outraged citizens. About 12:30 at night a mob of 75 people appeared in front of the jail, a one story brick structure about fifteen feet north of the courthouse. The sheriff and four other men were stationed on the 2nd floor of the courthouse armed with revolvers and double barreled shotguns. The angry mob was ordered to disperse or be fired upon, but they kept yelling, "Keys! Keys!" and howling and shouting. The sheriff and men fired indiscriminately down at the crowd, sending them fleeing in all directions. A young man named Mainwaring was killed and six or seven others were wounded. The trial was held December 21, 1870. Both defendants pleaded "not guilty" with John Armstrong claiming he was not present at the Lapine cabin the night of the murders. The case was presented throughout the day with testimony given by various witnesses including members of the defendant's own family. No family members testified on their behalf or even attended the trial except those ordered to do so by the court. The proceedings closed at 10:30 P.M. It took the jury only 10 minutes to return with a verdict of 'guilty'. The next day the prisoners were sentenced to be hanged. Charles Jolly received his sentence with stoicism and made no reply. John Armstrong, however, received his sentence with agitation and replied in broken sentences, still denying his guilt and claiming he was not present at the cabin the night of the murders. The judge solemnly closed the sentencing with the invocation, "May God have mercy on your soul." Fyi- Carroll's Corner website also has quite a bit about this story. You can find it with a google search! -Kay Sent from my iPhone On Jul 31, 2014, at 9:07 PM, "James T. Harris via" <[email protected]> wrote: > This is part of a note I got from a friend just now. Does anybody know anything at all about the comment? > > “Violence happened in Belgrade a long time ago to a family - I remember there was a book written about it.” > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Thanks to Esther and Kay so far. I wish I knew more about what my friend said but that was all that they knew. My family came from Belgrade but that was many years ago and they never talked about anything like that but they are gone now so I can't ask anyone. -----Original Message----- From: James T. Harris via Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2014 8:07 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [MOWASHIN] Violence in Belgrade, Mo. This is part of a note I got from a friend just now. Does anybody know anything at all about the comment? “Violence happened in Belgrade a long time ago to a family - I remember there was a book written about it.”

This is part of a note I got from a friend just now. Does anybody know anything at all about the comment? “Violence happened in Belgrade a long time ago to a family - I remember there was a book written about it.”

They are probably referring to the book "Murder In The Afternoon".  It is a true story about a robbery & murder where several people were murdered at a store & one person was seriously wounded.    One of the men that committed the crime who went to prison just died a few years ago.  You should be able to get a copy of the book at the local newspaper office the Independent Journal.   ZIOCK63664 Genealogist, Historian, Author, Servant to 12 spoiled-rotten cats, 1 lazy dog, 1 tolerant husband www.carrollscorner.net/ www.youtube.com/Ziock63664 www.facebook.com/197thAntiAirCraftArtillery ________________________________ From: James T. Harris via <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2014 8:07 PM Subject: [MOWASHIN] Violence in Belgrade, Mo. This is part of a note I got from a friend just now. Does anybody know anything at all about the comment? “Violence happened in Belgrade a long time ago to a family - I remember there was a book written about it.” ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: CourtneyLaramore Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Yes she did! There is another lady that does it now. Grandma loved that! Can't wait to see the pictures! Can you see the ones I have on here for our tree? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jkeane5263 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks again, just read through the website. So weird seeing my dad's name at the age of 3 and 14. I will send info on my dad. Maybe more details will come through from other relatives. I do remember your grandma wrote for the local paper in Caledonia and would send my Dad copies of it, especially when the Watson children were in the paper. I have to go through some old pictures and put them up on facebook. We have a really old one of Louisa and my sister Louise. Talk to you soon. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

February 27, 1890 – Iron County Register School teacher Gouvreau, of the Kinsey district, Ste. Genevieve county, switched two pupils for fighting, one day last week.  The same night he attended a dance in the neighborhood, and the father and “big brothers” of the boys assaulted him with clubs and knives.  He was a finely carved specimen of humanity when they got through with him, but he will probably survive.  The penitentiary ought to yearn for the assaulters, and we hope it will right speedily. December 20, 1894 – Iron County Register A new post office, named Quaker, has been established on Cub Creek.  The post master, Mr. W. W. Turner, is building a store house and is hurrying to open his store before the holidays. April 29, 1886 – Iron County Register I have been informed that Miss Lucy Yount, of Washington County, has been chosen to teach the next school at this point; school will open on the first Monday in July June 24, 1886 – Iron County Register Mrs. James Martin, of Cub Creek, died the morning of the 9th inst., of consumption July 12, 1888 – Iron County Register On last Sunday an accident occurred to Mr. James Bryan, which would doubtlessly have resulted fatally to him had not Mr. William Gillam, who was with him at the time, succeeded by prompt action in adverting such a result.  According to our information Messrs. Bryan and Gillam were riding together near the residence of the latter on Cub Creek, when the mare which the former was riding fell into a hole by the roadside which was hidden from view by bushes and brush;  Mr. Bryan was thrown, his foot hung in the stirrup and it is said the badly frightened mare kicked him several times, but without inflicting serious injury.  Before the animal had time to run away Mr. Gillam caught it by the bridle and thus rescued his companion. February 7, 1889 – Iron County Register Mrs. Elizabeth Woodruff, aged 87, died at her home on Cub Creek, on the 16th inst., of pneumonia. September 17, 1891 – Iron County Register Born to Mr. and Mrs. Green Mason, an 11 pound girl.  All parties concerned are “doing as well as could expected” November 23, 1892 – Iron County Register Married – On Wednesday, October 19th, Mr. Albert Nipper to Miss Josephine Webb, daughter of Levi Webb, of near Black, Missouri.  Mr. Nipper has been working for Mr. D. S. Love for several years and has, it is said, rented Mr. Love’s farm for next year. Married – On the evening of the 27th inst., Master Sylvester McLain, son of Mr. John McLain, of Cub Creek, to Miss Alice Alcorn, youngest daughter of Mr. Harmon Alcorn. The marriage was peculiar in one respect at least.  The groom is scarcely 17 years of age and the bride but 15! Rev. Mr. James Yount performed the marriage ceremony. October 18, 1894 – Iron County Register Married – August 29th, Mr. William Jarvis, of Cub Creek, to Mrs. William Kirby, (nee Williams) March 26, 1896 – Iron County Register The Potosi Independent notes the passing away of an able physician and good citizen: “The many friends of Dr. Daniel Dunklin, of Bonne Terre and formerly of this county, will pained to learn of his death.  Dr. Dunklin married a Miss Rush of Mineral Point.  He studied medicine and practiced his profession, successfully at Bonne Terre and for some time was located at Springfield, Mo.” There is something in the following item, published by the Potosi Journal, which makes a man to think better of his species: “An old soldier living near Potosi, who draws a pension from the government, contributes one dollar of his pension money every quarter to the support of the Confederate Home at Higginsville, Mo., and says he intends to continue doing so as long as he is able.  Mr. Edmund Casey, county committeeman for the Home Association, is the authority for the statement.  The old soldier sets a good example for other old soldiers to follow.” September 7, 1899 – Iron County Register Willard, the 18 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jarvis, died on the 30th inst., and his remains were buried in the Abbott Graveyard next day. May 5, 1898 – Iron County Register Died April 4, 1898, Mrs. Marion Jarvis, of consumption. She was the daughter of Mr. George F. Mason and was about 25 years old at the time of her death.  Her remains were buried in the cemetery at Emmaus Church on the 5th instant.   July 7, 1898 – Iron County Register Died, on the 12th inst., the one year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Abney.  Her remains were buried in the cemetery at Emmaus Church. One the 17th inst. the eleven month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jarvis died and was buried the next day in the Abbott Cemetery. Married, on June 2nd, near Dillard, Mo., by Rev. A. M. Alcorn, Mr. Jesse Mason to Mrs. Sarah Edgar. The groom is 76 years old, and the bride 46. Born June 4th, to the wife of Frank Martin, a son. Whereas, the Supreme Ruler of the universe in his wisdom has removed from our midst our worthy Brother, James Thompson, who died June 4th, 1898 March 9, 1899 – Iron County Register Born on February 15th, to the wife of John G. Yount, a 9 pound boy. April 20, 1899 – Iron County Register A marriage license was issued in St. Louis last Thursday to Robert B. Hall of Ironton, and Rebecca Bayer (Boyer?) of Cadet, Mo. March 8, 1900 – Iron County Register We are glad to learn that among those who were fortunate enough to “strike it rich” in prospecting and mining near Palmer this winter.  Mr. Charles Yount, formerly a resident of this county, succeeded in clearing over $700 with “plenty of mineral (lead ore) in sight”.  Mr. Yount is an honest, deserving man; we hope he and his family will realize much enjoyment as the fruit of his arduous toll, which though long in vain, was ultimately crowned by an abundant reward. June 7, 1900 – Iron County Register Rev. John A. Love, (Baptist) died at his home near Salem, Mo., on the 5th inst.,  The deceased was about 75 years of age at the time of his death, which was caused by pneumonia.  Mr. Love was for a long time a resident of this county and was the owner of “Love’s Mill” said to have been the first grist mill in Iron County.

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: CourtneyLaramore Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: http://www.mdnestor.com/goad/goad31223 Here is the website for the Goad side (Louisa) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: CourtneyLaramore Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It's so wonderful to connect with you!!! I love researching all of this and finding my long lost relatives! My dad was the baby of the family so he doesn't remember a lot. Yes, my grandma had Alzheimer's. She passed away April 9, 2005. Grandpa took care of her to that day. I've never seen a man so heart broken. Took him a while but he started coming to family parties and "living again" because he had taken care of grandma for so long. When you said your dad loved his beer, I've always heard that about grandpa, he was a big drinker back in the day. When I was old enough to remember he had switched to Mt. dew! ha But sounds like that ran in the family? I love your parents love story! That is something to treasure forever! Seems their generation, everyone went into the military. Grandpa was enlisted for four years and there is a picture of him and a man in a tank and on the back it says...to my sweet wife...I've always cherished that picture. I never got to ask him stories, I need to ask my dad, about back when he was growing up and in the military. I missed out on a lot. He passed away when I was 23 so I didn't realize at the time how important all those stories are. My dad always said they called his grandma (Louisa) the old Indian woman but nothing I can find leads me to that fact either. So, that is interesting about the DNA test. Sounds like everyone just called her that! haha Louisa's grandpa was a soldier in the Civil War. He was stationed at Rolla which is about 30 miles from where they lived at the time. Louisa's dad, Luke Goad, actually picked him up at the camp because he was so sick. About 2 weeks later he died from double pneumonia. I found that story on a Goad website that I found through here. I sent the man the information on my grandpa and aunts/uncles. I'll look for it and send it to you so you can send him your dad's stuff! So wonderful to find you! Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

There is a postcard dated March 28 19?? 9 am from Lena Riehl to Mrs. R. Bugg if anyone is interested $9.99 The year looks like 1910.

May 1, 1890 Iron County Register La grippe has literally raged in this and adjoining neighborhoods.  Though in many instances its attacks were of alarming severity, but few cases resulted fatally.  Among the most prominent, was that of Mr. Andrew H. Laramore, who resided about 2 ½ miles below here in the south western portion of Washington County.  Mr. L., was at that time of his death, 68 year of age; a quiet, inoffensive, intelligent and hospitable old gentleman, who had many friends and few – if any – enemies.  His unexpected decease is sincerely regretted.  He was, for a number of years a supervisor of roads, and was elected road overseer at the last school meetings in his road district.  He died at about 9:30 a.m. on April 9th, 1890. Among the most severe cases of la grippe and of diseases followed by it – in this vicinity – are John G. Yount, who was quite ill for several days, but is now recovering; William Jarvis, of Cub Creek, who is ill at Jas. M. Lucas’, for whom he had been working; he is now somewhat better; and James Lucas who has recovered. June 12, 1890 Iron County Register The public sale of the effects of Mr. A. H. Laramore deceased, on the 23rd inst., was very well attended and pretty much everything sold well – some things in fact brought far better prices that had been expected.  Corn, in 10 bushel lots, brought from 38 to 48 cents per bushel.  Bacon, from 10 ½ to 13 cents per pound.   A two horse farm wagon sold for $36.50, and other things in proportion. DIED – At about 9 p.m. on the night of May 29, 1890, Lucien, the two and ½ year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John G. Yount.  The poor child suffered much from what was diagnosed by the attending physician as a spinal disease.  The little sufferer was always a puny child, with very little vitality.  His remains will be interred this afternoon in the cemetery at Ammaus Church.  He was the only son of his parents and his early decade will be mourned by them, by his little sisters and by his grandparents and numerous other relatives. June 24, 1886 Iron County Register Mrs. James Martin, of Cub Creek, died on the morning of the 9th inst., of consumption. On the afternoon of the 8th inst., we were agreeably surprised by a call from Mr. William Huitt, Sr., better known as “Uncle Buck Huitt”.  Although 83 years of age, Uncle Buck is quite spry – fully as much so as many who are from 10 to 20 years younger than he. February 8, 1894 Iron County Register Mr. and Mrs. James H. Huitt, of near Salem, recently passed through this neighborhood on their way to attend the funeral of Mrs. Huitt’s mother, Mrs. Harvey Byrd, who died from the effects of a cancer, near Sunlight. December 15, 1881 Iron County Register The Potosi Independent says Mr. Michael Flynn has leased, in addition to the Ford property in Franklin county, the lands owned by Mr. Null, of North Carolina, on which there are some three or four prospects, producing 1,500 to 2,000 pounds of ore daily.  The Ford lands are yielding 50,000 pounds monthly.  Mr. Flynn instead of hauling the ore to his at Richwoods, will smelt it at the furnace of Ford & Co., near St. Clair. August 30, 1894 Iron County Register Blue Ribbon Fair! AT CALEDONIA STOCK FARM! Friday, August 31, 1894 Burgoo Soup and Bread, all kinds of refreshments will be served on the grounds (what the hell is burgoo soup?) (the following is the list of prizes for different catagories.  I just thought it interesting) No. 15 1st premium, a fine English riding whip, given by W. J. Slais, to the most graceful lady rider; 2nd premium, pair of fine kid gloves donated by Jos. Connolly. No. 16, A pair of gentleman’s riding gloves to the most graceful gentleman rider, donated by R. M. Bugg Mercantile Co. No. 17, Best combined horse, mare, or gelding, any age. No. 18, On track, fastest trotting mare or gelding No. 19, On track, fastest pacer No. 20, On track, fastest trotting mare or gelding No. 21, Mule race, twice around the track.  Premium $2.50 to first, $1.00 to second In addition to the above, prizes will be awarded as follows: Fancy shirt and tie, by Long and Berryman of Potosi, for best gentleman’s rig Valuable prize by H. N. Nichols of Potosi, for the best burlesque rig Once fancy all around, polished steel shoeing, for fastest run and walk or fox trotter, for one mile, by M. L. Livingston. May 20, 1886 Iron County Register Mr. P.  Ramsey has just finished his new house, which adds much to our country Mr. Wesley Horton is expecting to leave soon for California. And the girls, how they sigh. Miss Johana Thomas, daughter of Mart Thomas, died Friday, 7th, of consumption

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jkeane5263 Surnames: Watson, Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm so excited that you responded. I stopped in Missouri in 1995, Margie (Ross's wife was still alive but suffering from Alzheimer's disease) Ross was alive at that time and I think it was Bobby who stopped in. From that point I was curious of the Watson side. We had many questions, some told us we had Indian blood in us and that one relative road with Jesse James. Of course the internet was just starting up and we didn't have the tools we have today. My father enlisted in the Army just before WWII broke out, he was stationed at Fort Dix, NJ. One weekend one of his buddies asked him home to Brooklyn, NY. They had stopped in a local bar, my mother who was a beauty with black hair and the bluest eyes walked in to get her sisters. My dad, they called him Pete. Took one look at her and told his buddy she is going to be my wife. HIs response "You wish Hillbilly, she won't even look at you." My dad offered to walk them home with the excuse that three beautiful women shouldn't be out so late., the joke in our family is that he had to put his boots back on; my mother always said she met him barefoot. From that day until he shipped out to Europe, he would spend as much time with her as possible. They married and my mother was pregnant to my sister Louise when he left. He didn't get to see her till she was over a year old. The war was hard on him, he was in major battles and liberated two concentration camps; he asked me ! never to forget what happened and be on guard that such atrocities like that never happen. My parents went back and forth from NY to Missouri over the years but always returning to NY. The last time my parents lived in MO was 1968-1975. I only visited three times in my life time. My dad liked his beer, but managed to keep us well fed, clothed, and a roof over our heads. He died in 1990, in PA. My parents moved to PA to be close to my youngest sister Maryann, it was affordable for them. My mother passed away 2010 in KY where my sister Maryann lives now. All of us are spread around the country. Louise Florida, Carol Texas, Maryann Kentucky and me NY (Long Island). My brother lived with me, but passed last September. So needless to say, I find this all so fascinating. Now that I'm retired, next year my husband and I are planning cross country trip and I hope to visit MO and learn about our heritage. My mother's family came from Sicily, Italy; both her parents immigrated here and their family still have relatives in Sicily and Naples. Look forward to sharing details. My nephew, Eric has done a lot of research and told me the great grand parents= Louis & Luisa parents died during the civil war. He also told me that some of his research goes back to 1000 years, I plan to talk to him soon. Thanks for sharing. Would love to know where the Indian heritage came from. I think my nephew had DNA tested and it showed no Indian blood. Best Regards, JoAnn Watson Keane 51 Smith Rd, Shirley, NY 11067 [email protected] 631-399-5134 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

September 7, 1839 Saturday Morning Transcript (Boston, MA) DEATHS-  Near Potosi, Washington Co., Mo., July 25th, John Scott, in the (?)9thyear of his age. June 25, 1844  Commercial Advertiser (New York, NY) From the St. Louis Herald, June 20th– Distressing Occurrence On Thursday last, the only son of our mutual friend, E. S. Ruggles, Esq., of this county, was drowned in Big River.  Mr. Ruggles had started with his family, wife and three children – on a visit to their friends in Crawford County.  When they arrived at the river, it was swollen; but not apprehending any danger, Mr. R. drove into the flood.  The horses soon found themselves in swimming water; and the discovery was very speedily made, that the landing on the opposite shore could not be reached.  Mr. R. then turned his horses down the stream and after thus floating some distance, they struck the bottom.  This circumstance arrested their progress, and occasioned the carriage to swing round and turn on its side.  In this perilous situation, Mr. R., left the carriage with his wife who was clinging to him and the infant in her arms.  Having placed them within reach of the shore, he returned to the carriage just in time to rescue a little daughter of six or seven years of age.  He next carried to a place of safety.  Again he returned in search of his son; but he had disappeared, and was not found until some hours afterward, when he was picked up about half a mile down the river, lodged against a tree.  He was a most interesting boy of between 8 and 9 years old. February 15, 1845  Newport Mercury (Newport, RI) Melancholy and Murderous Affair – Bellevue, Washington Co., Mo, Jan. 26th Thomas Bird, Esq., is no more; he died on Saturday evening last.  His death was occasion by a wound  received at the hand of James Minor.  He shot him through with a pistol ball on Saturday evening, the (?) inst., at Caledonia.  Mr. Bird had a law suit with Minor, concerning which the latter was displeased, and had threatened to shoot him, which he actually accomplished, as stated above.  After committing the foul deed, he made his escape, and is still at large.  The friends of Bird have offered $100 for Minor, if taken in the State, and $200 if apprehended out of State.  He is about 31 years of age, 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, will weigh about 180 pounds, dark hair, and disposed to curl, blue eyes and very florid complexion.  His hair stands up straight before, leaving his forehead bare.  Mr. Bird was one of our most respected citizens and has passed away from us universally lamented.  He has left a widow and six children to mourn his sudden and distressing death. March 1, 1848  Rockford Forum, Rockford IL Horrible Murder – A horrible murder was perpetuated in Washington Co., Mo., a short time since.  It appears that a Mrs. Wright had made some remarks in reference to some young men, living in the neighborhood.  Three of the men visited the house and found Mrs. W. alone; they beat her unmercifully, and left her lying on the floor almost lifeless.  They left the house but returned and found Mr. Wright at home.  Mr. W., took his rifle and went out to meet them, when one of them named Patton, picked up a stone, threw it at Wright, and knocked him down; then knocked and beat him until he killed him.  They then drew the body some distance into the woods, covered it with bushes and leaves and burnt it.  About a week afterwards it was found burnt so as hardly to be recognized.  Mrs. Wright was found lying upon the floor, a day or two after she was beaten, hardly alive.  One of three men had been arrested, but Patton and the other are still at large. March 22, 1900,  Iron County Register Last fall J. H. Rush, who had been living in Madison county, moved into Ironton with his wife and occupied a cottage in the north end of town.  Shortly after coming here he secured a position as timber buyer for the Clark Manufacturing Company at Irondale in Washington County.  He spent most of his time there, but would occasionally visit his wife here.  As the days passed, however, his visits grew less frequent, and his wife began to doubt his fidelity.  A little inquiry brought the information that her husband had married a girl at Irondale.  On hearing this news Mrs. Rush at once departed for Washington County.  What happened there is told in last week’s Potosi Independent: “Mr. J. H. Rush, who for some time past, has been representing the Clark Manufacturing Company of Ironton, Mo., at Irondale and at Potosi, was on last Monday night arrested at Irondale by Messrs. M. L. Livingston and C. C. Mitner, charged with bigamy.  Rush was brought to Potosi on Tuesday morning and lodged in jail.  A warrant was issued against him, sworn to by one Rosa L. Rush of Ironton, who claims to have married Rush in St. Louis, October 2, 1892.  Rush had married Miss Nancy Turnbull of Irondale, on 5thof last December, and was living with wife No. 2 at the time of his arrest.  Mrs. Rush of Ironton was in Potosi Tuesday and says she will prosecute to the extent to the law.” December 18, 1890,  Iron County Register Mr. James Laramore died, at the house of his daughter, Mrs. George Mason, on Indian Creek last Monday, 1stinst.  Old “Uncle Jimmie” as he was familiarly known, lived to the unusually great age of 80 years.  He was one of the pioneer settlers of Washington County, Mo.  He removed thereto from Tennessee, his native state, in 1833, and has lived in said county from that time until he died.  His son, Mr. A. H. Laramore, died last spring.  One other son, Mr. Carroll Laramore, of near Salem, Missouri, and four daughters – Mrs. William Love, of Salem, Mo., Mrs. George Mason, Mrs. Obadiah Henslee and Mrs. Dotson – all of Washington Co., Mo., survive him.  He was buried on the 2ndinst., at Emmaus Church Cemetery. October 16, 1890,  Iron County Register George Frank Laramore, son of the late Andrew H. Laramore, who, with his brother, James L. Lararmore, has purchased the old Andrew Laramore homestead, is moving to it from the neighborhood of Salem, Mo., where he resided for some time past. Mr. Callaway Mason is quite sick.  Typhoid fever is said to be his ailment. November 26, 1885,  Iron County Register DIED- Near Courtois, Washington Co., Mo., November 8, 1885, Minnie Laramore, aged 1 year, 5 months, and 3 days. August 2, 1888,  Iron County Register Richard Martin, a young man residing near Palmer, Mo., shot himself last Tuesday.  The ball entered at the inner part of the left thigh and lodged on the outer side of it.  It is feared that the injured man will lose his leg if not his life.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: CourtneyLaramore Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JoAnn, Thank you for all that wonderful information! I'm actually friends on FB with your sister Carol....found her through a friend that was doing research on his family and one of his relatives was married to one of ours! ha My grandpa, Ross Watson, your dad's brother, had six children: Married: Margorie Julia Keeton Six Children: Charles Ross Watson (Married Pat) Son, Jeff and Daughter Christine - Charles passed away in early 1980's. Several grandchildren but I'm not sure of their names:( Robert (Bobby) Watson (married Jeanette) son Josh, daughter Rachel and son Jonathan. One grandchild (Hannah) that is Jon's daughter. Mary Watson...never married..no children..passed away in 2009. Virginia Szabo (married Steven Dain and had a daughter Tammy) married Stephen Szabo and had son Steven. Tammy has four children - Austin, Luke, Sam and Abbey. Stephen has a son Owen. Johnny Lee Watson - married Doris - she had two children Ryan and Erin Carmack. Between then Ryan and Erin had six children. Uncle Johnny passed away Feb 2010. Kenneth Richard Watson (my dad) married Tammy Gum. Six children - me (Courtney), Chase, Alexandra, Grant, Braeden and Hunter (she's a girl:) I have two children, Corben and Regan and Chase has two children, Hayden and Jacob. So awesome to connect with you! I'll send you a request on FB! I know very little about the Watson's except what I have learned on here. My grandpa's family seems to have come from south of where we live now and stayed pretty close to this area which is about an hour south of St. Louis, Missouri. How did your father end up in NY? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jkeane5263 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/2956.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Courtney/Glen I am also a relative from the Watson/Goad tree. My father was Orville (Pete) Watson, brother of Ross & Harold. I am also interested in our family tree. My parents lived most of their lives in New York and all of my siblings would love to know more about the Watson side. I can be reached at my email, [email protected] or facebook JoAnn Watson Keane. My father: Orville Watson married Vincenza (Elsie) Lombardo. 5 children from this union. Louise Watson Tedone Helmett Rynkowski -3 children Alfred Tedone , Keith Tedone, Clint Helmett two grandchildren from the marriage of Keith Tedone and Jennifer Hande ( Jacob and Kody. Carol Watson Buffmante Ellis 3 children Anita Buffmante Murphy, Eric Buffmante, John Buffmante. 5 grand children Anita Buffmante Murphy- Caitlin Murphy and Joesph Murphy. Eric Buffmante 3 children Marcus, Christopher and Steven My info: JoAnn Watson Keane married Richard Keane 2 children JoAnn Marlene Keane Fleischmann. Richard Lee Keane 2 grandchildren William Peter Keane and Skylar Fleischman Louis James Watson-deceased no children Maryanne Watson Rose married Andrew Rose 3 children Andrew Rose, Bryan Rose and Casey Rose. 2 grandchildren Casey Rose/Sabrina Messer Rayden Rose and Ryla Rose Look forward to hearing from you. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: posterone Surnames: SHIPP, HENDERSON, COLE, HULLVERSON, SIMS, LOOMIS, TRUDEAU, COOPER, DUTY, BAKER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/8129/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lawrence Neely Shipp of Potosi, Missouri departed this life on July 14, 2014 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home having reached the age of ninety five years, eight months and thirteen days. He was born on November 1, 1918 in Belgrade, Missouri a son to the late John Henry Shipp and Bessie Lillian (Henderson) Shipp. On October 8, 1944, Larry was united in marriage to Alice Lucille Cole and they shared almost seventy years together. Larry leaves behind his loving wife Alice Lucille Shipp of Potosi, Missouri; five children, Catherine Hullverson and husband Tom of Phoenix, Arizona; Thomas Shipp and wife Dianne of Wildwood, Missouri; Nancy Sims and husband Nolan of O'Fallon, Missouri; Colleen Loomis and husband Clay of Kirkwood, Missouri; Cheryl Kaye Shipp of Springfield, Missouri; two brothers Henry Shipp and wife Norma of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; Charlie Shipp and wife Sarah of O'Fallon, Missouri; four grandchildren Courtney Trudeau and husband Robert, Ciara Cooper, Tim Shipp and Gabe Sims; two great grandchildren Triston Trudeau and Olivia Cooper and many other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by four brothers Russell Shipp, Jesse Shipp, Bill Shipp, infant baby brother, two sisters Eunice Duty and Dorothy Baker. Larry thrived on hard work, and was devoted to his family and country. He was a veteran of World War II, during which time he served as a flight mechanic in the Air Force. After the war, he worked as a flight assembly supervisor at McDonnell Douglas until his retirement. His real love was farming, and he was happiest spending his time at the family farm in Belgrade. Larry generously devoted his time to many charitable organizations including The Guides division of the Shriners of St. Louis, the Masonic Temple in Potosi, the Potosi Lion's Club and the Potosi Presbyterian Church. Larry had a passion for aircrafts, and loved to tell you about the mechanics of a plane! Larry was a cattle man, an accomplished bowler, a wearer of dapper hats, a devoted fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, a chewer of Juicy Fruit gum (but only a half stick at a time. "Gotta save the other half for later!") He was a man known for his impressive thriftiness, and a teller of funny tales to his best buddies at the coffee shop in Belgrade on a Saturday morning. He possessed a wealth of homespun sayings that always made his family and friends smile. One of his favorites was "That's as nifty as a pocket on a shirt!" Larry's family would like to thank all those friends and family members who visited him during his time at Potosi Manor. It wasn't easy for him to be confined to a nursing home, and your visits meant the world to him. We would also like to thank the staff of Potosi Manor for taking care of him . A special thanks to Sue Jarvis for her countless acts of kindness for our family. Mere words can't express our gratitude, Sue. Oh they tell me of a home far beyond the skies. Oh they tell me of a home so far away. Yes they tell me of a home where no storm clouds rise. They tell me of an uncloudy day. -Myrna Summers "Uncloudy Day" Rest in peace, Larry. You are loved and missed. Visitation will be held on July 17, 2014 at 4:30 PM - 8 PM DeClue Funeral Home, with a Masonic service starting at 7 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 18, 11 Am DeClue Memorial Chapel. Interment and final prayers will be held at the New Masonic Cemetery. Full Military Honors were provided by the United States Air Force and Local VFW Post# 6996. All arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: posterone Surnames: SADLER, GILLAM, NICHOLSON, COOPER, BOYER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/8128/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Geraldine Sadler of Belgrade, Missouri, departed this life on July 22, 2014 at her residence having reached the age of eighty years, one month and two days. She was born on June 20, 1934 in Belgrade, a daughter to the late Charles Nicholson and Laura Gillam Nicholson. On December 30, 1955 Geraldine was united in marriage to Walter Sadler and they shared almost fifty three years together. Throughout Geraldine's life, she attended church at both Belgrade United Methodist and Liberty Baptist in Belgrade. Geraldine is survived by son Jack Sadler and wife Glenda of Farmington, Missouri; daughter Donna Cooper and husband Tim of Belgrade, Missouri; four grandchildren Andrew Sadler and wife Stacey, Cory Sadler, Brent Sadler and wife Alyssa, Zach Sadler and Fiancé Chelsey; special friends Pat Johnson, Linda McClary, Peggy Sparks and Edna Rowe; dear cousin Charlotte Boyer; many other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Geraldine was preceded in death by her loving husband Walter Sadler on December 9, 2008, brother Charles Dean Nicholson and an infant sister Wilma Ruth Nicholson. Funeral services were conducted on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 11:00 AM held at the Liberty Baptist Church in Belgrade with Rev. Tom Conboy officiating. Honoring Geraldine's life by serving as pallbearers were Justin Sadler, Zach Sadler, Tim Wilkins, Rick Sadler, Troy Cooper, Mark Cooper, Justin Wilkins and Josh Harris. Interment and final prayers were held at the Liberty Baptist Cemetery, Belgrade, Missouri. Following the committal service, the family returned to the church for a luncheon provided by friends from Belgrade United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements were respectfully cared for by the DeClue Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: posterone Surnames: FITZWATER, RAWSON, NORTHCUTT, EYE, WERLEY, WREN, TROLL, SLATE, CASEY, MOUNT, HARNESS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/8127/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Barbara Jean Fitzwater Rawson of Potosi, Missouri departed this life on July 1, 2014 at her residence having reached the age of eighty three years, four months and twelve days. She was born on February 19, 1931 in Shirley, Missouri a daughter to the late Pryor Fitzwater and Florence (Northcutt) Fitzwater. On October 19, 1946, Barbara married George Rawson of Bonne Terre, where they resided for most of their married life. Barbara was a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, as well a caring and wonderful nurse at Parkland BJC Hospital for over thirty years. In addition to her parents and husband, Barbara was preceded in death by her sister Ruby Eye, two brothers Virgil Fitzwater, Leo Fitzwater, son in law Wayne Werley all of Potosi and a great granddaughter Brittany Wren of Columbia, Missouri. Those who remain to mourn the passing of her life include four daughters Rhonda (Mrs. Tom) Troll of San Antonio, Texas, Barb (Mrs. Wayne) Werley of Potosi, Debie (Mrs. David) Slate of Columbia, Missouri, Gay (Mrs. Will) Casey of Festus, and son Scott (Dena) Rawson of Dexter; eleven grandchildren Michael Mount and Greg Mount of Texas, Jeanne (Werley) Moberly, Robert Werley, Jessica (Werley), Meredith (Kentucky), Heather (Harness) Wren and Shawn Harness, Christopher Casey, Jeff Rawson, Levi Rawson, and Bobby Jo Rawson all of Missouri, eighteen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews, and friends who will sadly miss her. A memorial service was held Friday, July 11, 2014 at 12 Noon at the DeClue Chapel with Pastor Rhonda Troll officiating. Interment and final prayers were held at the Bonne Terre Cemetery. All arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, July 17, 2014 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: judybelford Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.missouri.counties.washington/3419.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have a Daniel Sullivan in my extended family. He is the son of William (1777 Virigina - 1821 St. Louis, buried Old Cathedral) and Sarah McElhaney/McIlhaney. Daniel was born in St. Louis 3 Feb 1807, baptized there 30 May 1807, married Mary Bone 18 Nov 1835 at St. Joachim. The witnesses at his wedding were brother-in-law John Kincaid, George Stewart, Charles Bone, sister Louisa Sullivan, and Francois Coleman. Daniel's and Mary's children were Therese Domitille (b.1837), Isabelle Elizabeth (b 1839), William (b. 1842), and Charles Daniel (b. 1845) Daniel died between 1845-1850. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>