Carthage Township (part 2 of 2)

In 1874 or 1875 he disposed of his dry-goocls business in Carthage to W. D. Bennett, who had long been with him as a salesman; a branch store at Burnside he continued to own until his death, which occurred April 12, 1876, from paralysis; his widow and two sons, James and Arthur, survive him, and reside at the homestead, in Carthage. Walter, another son, was killed at Fort Madison, June 16, 1879, as he was attempting to get aboard a train of cars.

Dr. R. was a reticent man concerning himself and private affairs, but in all his dealings with his neighbors and the public, he ever maintained the highest integrity, and was generally considered one of the most perfect men, morally, in the connt}'. He was a Presbyterian, but had never transferred his Church membership to this cit3^ He was a constant attendant at Church services, and liberally supported the interests of religion.

As one of Hancock county's most honored, beloved and respected citizens, who have passed away to that world from which none return, we present on another page of this volume a portrait of Dr. Randolph, engraved from a picture taken at the age of 40 years.

A. B. Regn'iei\ insurance agent, is a son of Dr. Felix Eecrnier, now living with him, who is a native of Otsego count}', N. Y., and came to Marietta, O., with his parents when two years of age. He was born Dec. 25. 1801, was educated at Marietta, and studied medicine with Dr. Hildreth, a celebrated author and scientist of early days. He received his diploma from the Medical Society of Ohio, and began the practice of his profession at Gallipolis about 1824. He was married in 1826, to Miss Eliza DeVacht, a native of Grallipolis. In 1831 he removed to Jacksonville, and in 1833 returned to Ohio on account of his wife's declining health, but buried her on the way home. One girl, Josephine, now deceased, was the only child. Mr. R. afterward became successfully engaged in the practice of his profession at Harmon, Ohio, a suburb of Marietta, where he married Elizabeth Barber Sept. 24, 1835. She was born in Harmon, Feb. 24, 1807, and died Aug. 22, 1859. By this marriage 3 children were born, all of whom are living: Austin B., Felix, Jr., and Charles F. He was again married, May 1, 1861, to Miss Julia C. Gardiner, a native of Ohio, who was born July 24, 1823, and died July 10, 1877, leaving one child, Earl. The grandfather of our subject was Dr. John Baptiste Regnier, who was born in Paris, France, in 1769. His maternal grandfather was Colonel Levi Barber, of Harmon, 0., who represented his district in Congress, was president of the Marietta branch of the State bank of Ohio, and held various other responsible trusts. The subject of this sketch, Austin B., was born at Harmon, 0., May 13, 1835, on the site of the old block house at the confluence of the Muskingum and Ohio rivers, the place where the first settlement by whites was made west of the Alleghany mountains. He graduated at Marietta College in 1857, and began the study of law with Judge Arins Nye, and David Alban. In 1859 he graduated at the Cincinnati law school, and began the practice of his profession in that city. Subsequently, his health failing, he abandoned his profession, and engaged in various out-door occupations. He moved to this county in 1866, and followed farming for 14 years. He has recently removed to Carthage, and is engaged in the business of fire insurance. Among his companies are the old Continental, of N. Y., and American Central, of St. Louis. He was married June 21, 1860, to Miss Eunice E. Anderson, of Marietta, O., who was born April i, 1841. Their children are: Austin B., Jr., Louis E., Eunice A., Mary E., David A., Felix and Gertrude.

Perry Reger, a farmer, sec. 27; P. O., Carthage: is a native of Upshur county, W. Va., where he was born in 1836. His parents, Abram and Pamelia (Roherbaugh) Reger, were natives of that State; came to this county in 1859, and settled in Carthage tp., where he resided until 1S76; then he returned to Virginia, and is now in the8Sth year of his age. He was an early pioneer of Virginia, a soldier in the Revolutionary war, and the father of 23 children by two marriages. His first wife died in 1872. The subject of this sketch came to this county in 1858. He was married in 1860 to Miss Susan F. Boothe, a native of this county. Of their children 6 are living; namely, John A., Nancy A., Peryger, Maggie, George F. and Victoria. Mr. Reger located on his present farm of 80 acres in 1876. Politically he has always endorsed the Democratic platform.

James W. RicKard, Professor of Latin and History, Carthage College, was born in Frederick county, Va., in 1843. He received his early education in the Roanoke school at Salem, Virginia, and entered upon a course of studies in the college at Gettysburg, Pa. He graduated at that institution in 1868, and served as tutor eighteen months prior to his coming to Illinois. He was a thorough reader and student, especially of the sciences, and devoted three years of his life to the study of theology. In 1871 he accepted a pastoral call of the Evangelical Lutheran Church at Sterling, 111., where he was married tiie following year, to Miss Matilda E. Tressler, a native of Perry county. Pa. They are the parents of one child, Mary L. Prof. Richard became a resident of Carthage in Aug., 1873, since which time he has been engaged in his present position. He has always taken an active interest in the cause of religion, and his life has been consistent with his profession. He is a devout member and supporter of the Evangelical Lutheran Church and fills the office of Secretary of the Synod of Central Illinois, and is Pastor of the TrinityLutheran Church of Carthage.

Edward M. Rohbins, dentist, was born in Lagrange county, Ind., in 1S42; is son of Eppaah and Mary (Clark) Robbins, natives of Pennsylvania and New York, who came to this county in 1861. He is a practicing physician and a resident of Osage, Kan. Edward M. came to this countv with his parents and settled in Nauvoo, and in 1862 enlisted in Co. H, 7Sth 111. Vol. Inf., and served until the close of the war. lie participated in the battles of Chickamauga, Chattanooga, Missionary Ridge, Lookout Mountain, Buzzard's Roost, Kenesaw Mountain, Jonesboro, Bentonville, with Sherman on his march to the sea, and through the grand review at AVashington. During the entire service he was absent from his command but two da3's. He was married in 1870 to Miss Mary Brownlee, a native of this county, and daughter of Samuel Brownlee, and their children are: Eulalie, Eddie and Sammy. Mr. Robbins has been in his present place five years, and has a large practice. He is a member of the A. O. (J. W., I. O. O. F. and Knights of Pythias; family are members of Trinity Lutheran Church. Politically, is a strong Republican .

Georrje J. Rogers, lawyer, was born in Albany, N. Y., in 1824; son of Penuel and Mary (White) Rogers, natives of that State, who emigrated to this State in 1865 and settled in Quincy, where his mother died in 1867. His father is at this time a resident of that city. George J. secured his classical education in the office of Jas. R. Dayton, of Quincy. He was admitted to the Bar in 1848, and read law in the office of Almeron Wheat until 1849, when he crossed the plains to California. In two years he returned and began the practice of his profession at Quincj'. In 18.54 he moved to this city, and in the fall of 1857 was married to Miss Mary F., daughter of Major John Scott. Mr. Rogers was City Clerk at AYarsaw, and in 1860 was appointed U. S. Marshal to take the Sth census of the county, which he executed with ability and satisfaction. He was a member of the Board of Education some j'ears and was elected County Clerk in 1869. This office he filled until 1877 and then returned to the duties of his profession, to which he has since devoted his time. He is the father of 7 children, 5 of whom are living: Minnie, wife of Lieutenant J. W. Carlin, U. S. Navy; Hiram S., Anna, Nellie C. and John W. Politically Mr. R. is a Democrat.

Charles O. Rohrer. proprietor of the Rohrer House, was born Mar. 15, 1843 in Asch, Austria; isa son of John Adam and Reginia (Waldzeck) Rohrer, natives of that empire, where his father died in 1860. His mother with one child emigrated to America in 1861, and resided in this city. Charles G. emigrated to this country with a younger sister in 1860, and settled in Vicksburg, where he was engaged in hotel business for two years, then entered the mercantile business which he disposed of in 1863, and turned his attention toward the liberation from Confederacy. He was a strong adherent of the Union cause, and during his confinement in the Confederate lines was subject to many trials and sufferings. He came to this county in 1863, and worked at his trade, painting, and in 1866 returned to Vicksburg where he remained two years, then came back to Carthage, where lie has since made it his home. He was married in 1877 to Miss Kate L. Dedwiler, a native of Chester county, Pa. He opened his iine residence as a hotel in June, 1S78. The house under his charge has an extended reputation, and is patronized wholly by the traveling public and commercial men. The cuisine and all appurtenances are of the best. ]\Ir. R. is agent for the Northwestern National Insurance Co., of Milwaukee, the German, of Freeport, a member of the Masonic and I. O. O. F. orders, and the family are members of the M. E. Church. He is the father of 2 children, Willie L. and Ralph G.

A. J. Ruchei\ farmer, sec. 27; P. O., Carthage; was born in Grant county, in 1830. His parents were James M. and Julia A. (Loyd) Rucker, natives of Virginia, who came to Illinois in 1835, and settled in Schuyler county, where he resided until his death. His mother also died in that county. He was married in 1862, in Schuyler county, to Miss Abigail Lashmet, a native of North Carolina. He came to this State when three years of age. Mr. and Mrs. R. have 3 living children - William E., John T. and Mary E. They came to this county in 1S65, and settled on his present estate, consisting of 160 acres, valued at $50 per acre. Mr. R. is School Director, and is an old settler of Illinois; is a well-known and honored resident of the county. His advantages for education were limited, and his success has been attained bj^ his own industry. In politics he is a Democrat.

E. Rucker, farmer, sec. 29; P. O., Carthage; was born in Kenton county, Ky., in 1826. His parents, William M. and Julia A. (Loj'd) Rucker, were natives of that State, and moved to Schuyler county. 111., in 1835, where they both died. He was married in 1843, in Schuyler countj-, to Miss Polly A. Lashmet, a native of Virginia and daughter of John Laslimet, a pioneer of that State. Mr. R. has one adopted daughter, Adaline, wife of Thomas Metcalf, of this tp. He came to this county in 1865, and located on his present farm, consisting of 160 acres, valued at $50 per acre. His advantages for education were limited, but through energy and industry he has secured a good farm and comfortable home. Politically he has been an advocate of Democratic principles, and always voted that ticket.

Wm. W. Sackman. farmer, sec. 23; P. 0., Carthage; was born in Jefferson county, Va., in 1816; is a son of William and Susauah (Wright) Sackman, who settled in Morgan county'. 111., in 1828, where he purchased patent land and resided until 1835, when he moved to Schuyler count}'. Mo., where he died in 1874. His wife died previously in Ohio. He was for 50 years a minister, and was well known throughout the State. The subject of this sketch was married in 1842, in Schuyler county, to Miss Elizabeth, daughter of John Baker, a native of Tennessee. By this marriage 3 children have been born, 2 of whom are living, AVilliam F. and Erastus B. Mr. S. came to this county in April, 1847, and settled at West Point, in St. Alban's tp., where he resided until 1850, when he moved to his present home. He has a farm of 201 acres, and is one of the earlj' pioneers of the county and State. He was Magistrate for 20 years, and is well and favorably known. In politics he is a Democrat.

James Sample, furniture dealer, is eldest son of Robert and Jane (Hawthorn) Sample, natives of Pa., who emiojrated to Illinois in 1850, and settled in Canton, Fulton county. The following year he moved to this county and settled in Hancock tp., where Mrs. Sample died in 1868. Mr. S. has been prominentl}' identified with the interests of Hancock tp., and resides with a sister. The subject of this sketch was born in Lancaster county. Pa., in 1836. He remained on the farm until 1S52, when he was married to Miss Eliza, daughter of Samuel Spangler, a native of Cumberland county'. Pa. He moved to Carthage and opened a shop, where he applied himself to his trade, cabinet-making, and undertaker of the city. When the war broke out he enlisted in Co. B, 118th Pegt. I. Y. I., was promoted to Lieutenant, and participated in the battles of Haines' Bluff, Arkansas Post, Vicksburg, Thompson's Hill, Champion Hills, siege of Vicksburg, where he^vas sent out on a reconnoitering expedition 20 miles from that place, and while in command of the company was ambushed and shot through the shoulder. He was secured by the rebels, and carried to a rebel house, where he was left for dead, and afterward rescued by the Union forces, and conveyed to a farm house, where he was kindly cared for, and confined to the house six weeks, when he was sent home. For several years he was greatly disabled by this wound, and his resignation was accepted with official inducements to occupy other positions, which he declined. When able, with the little accumulations saved from his army service, he began at his trade on a small scale, and by energy and industry is enabled to occupy a good position in the business community of this city. In 1875 he erected the store lie now occupies, 20 by 70 feet, and carries a stock of .$4,000, and enjoys a liberal patronage. They have one child, adopted, Katie. Tlic family are members of the Presbyterian Church. Politically Mr. S. is Republican.

Charles J. Scojield, lawyer, was born in Carthage, 111., in 1853; is son of Charles and Elizabeth (Crawford) Scofield, natives of Kew York and Kentucky, who emigrated to this county in 1850, where he died in Jan., 1857. She died May 27, 1877. Charles J. began the stud}- of law in the office of Scofield & Hooker, of this city, and attended school at Canton University, Mo., where he was graduated in 1871. Tiiree years afterward he took the degree of A. M., and began the practice of his profession in this city. In June, 1875, he was appointed Master in Chancery, and in Mai-ch, 1879, the partnership of Dayton ite Scofield was formed. In 1876 he was united in marriage to Miss Rosa, adopted daughter of Dr. A. Spiiler, of this city. Mr. S. served as Town Attorney; is a member of the I. O. M. A., and a member of the Christian Church. Politically, is a Democrat, and although young in years, is one of the most earnest and able workers in the legal profession.

T. J. Scofield, lawyer, is a son of Charles K. and Elizabeth (Crawford) Scofield, early settlers of this conuty, where tliey both died. He was born in Carthage in 1856; began the study of law in the office of Edmunds & Hooker, of tliis city; w^as educated in the Carthage College, and after graduation w-as admitted to the Bar in 187S. He was married in 1877, to Miss Georgia H., daughter of Jndge 11. Edmunds, of this city. She is a native of this county. They have 2 children, whose names are Charles J. and Jessie. Mr. S. spent a portion of 1877-'8 in Colorado, and began practice in this cit}' in the fall of 1878, forming partnersliip with J. C. Williams. He is a member of the I. O. M. A., and politically is a Democrat.

Thomas CoJce Sharp was born Sept. 25, 1818, at Mt. Holly, N. J. His father, Eev. Solomon Sharp, was a native of the eastern shore of Maryland, and a noted pioneer Methodist preacher of the Philadelphia Conference. His mother was a member of the extensive Budd family, of Pemberton, Burlington connty, N. J. The earliest recollections of Thomas C. were of Trenton, N. J. After that his father was stationed at Philadelphia, then Wilmington, Del., Salem Circuit, N. J., Christiana Circuit, Del., Smyrna Circuit, Dover Circuit, and thence back to Smyrna, when, on account of age and disease, he was placed on the superannuated list, and died soon after.

In 1835 Thomas entered Dickinson College, Carlisle, Penn., but took only the scientific course. In August, 1837, he entered the law school of Judge Eeed, Carlisle, supporting himself during the last 18 months of his law course by teaching the male high school of the town, which he took charge of at the age of 20 years, and during a six months' absence of Prof. McClintock was a tutor of mathematics in Dickinson College. He graduated in the law school and was admitted to the Cumberland County Bar, April 14, 18-iO. In July of the same year he started West, arriving at Quincy August 11. Here lie opened a law office, but after a few weeks became discouraged with the prospect and changed his residence to Warsaw, where he arrived Sept. 24, 1840; remained there continuoiisly until Dec. 26, 1865, and then removed to Carthage, where he has resided ever since. On his arrival at Warsaw he opened a law office and continued the practice for about a }'ear, but being afflicted with a dullness of hearing, which seriously interfered with him in tlie trial of cases, he became discouraged, abandoned the practice, and did not resume the same until 1858, since which time he has been continuously engaged in the practice of his profession.

At the time of his arrival in Warsaw the onl}' newspaper published in the county was the Western World, which had been established in that town by D. N. White, afterward of the Pittsburgh Gazette, in May, 1840. Mr. W., becoaiing convinced that Warsaw did not offer sufficient inducements for him to remain there, determined to return to Pittsburgh, and offered to sell the office to Mr. Sharp and James Gamble, bis foreman, who was an excellent practical printer, now an eminent pli\'sician of Le Clerc, Iowa. The boys (Mr. S. being the oldest, and only 22 years of age) bit at the bait, and on the 6th of November, 1840, became proprietors. They were both green in business matters, but managed to make a paper which was highly complimented by citizens and the press tor its typographical and editorial excellence. It was Whig in politics, but in the spring of ISil, Mr. S., who had been raised a Jackson Democrat, and who had been drawn into the Harrison ranks by the cry of retrenchment and reform, raised in the hard cider campaign of 1S40, drifted back to his first love, as soon as the tariff and financial schemes of the Whigs developed themselves in Congress, and from that time on the paper maintained a neutral position in politics. In May, 1841, the proprietors deeming the name of the paper too big for the size of the town it was published in, changed it to Warsaw Signal. In Nov., IS-tl, Mr. Gamble retired from the firm, and from that time until the summer of 1842 the paper was conducted h\ Mr. S. alone, when, becoming convinced that the establishment could never pay the debt accumulated upon it, he gave it up, and it again went into the hands of D. N. White.

At the time Mr. S. came to the county there was but little feeling discernible on the surface against the Mormons, but the sycophancy of politicians to the Mormon leaders had disgusted some of the people, and the Mormons themselves, who were very humble and docile when they first came, were daily growing insolent and overbearing. The conduct of the Legislature in 1840-41 in granting the charters they asked for with all the powers they sought to have inserted, and the anxiety of both Whigs and Democrats to cater to them with the evident purpose in each party that the other should not get the lead in securing Mormon favor, created much dissatisfaction; but it appeared but little on the surface. Judge Douglas was appointed to the circuit in which Hancock was situated, and presided for the first time in the Hancock Circuit Court at the March term, 1841. To placate the Mormons who had become embittered against the Democrats in Missouri, appeared to be a part of his mission, and he came under a promise to appoint J. B. Backinstos, a Jack Mormon, Circuit Clerk; but the Judge saw signs of dissatisfaction, which caused him to pause, and J. C. Davis received tlie appointment. At the June term, however, the Judge appointed Gen. J. C. Bennett, of the Nauvoo Legion, Master in Chancery. This appointment, it was thought, was made in order to give the Mormons the ofiicer who had power to issue writs oi fuiheas corpus in the absence of the Judge, and thus defeat any attempt that might be made to transport any of the Mormon leaders to Missouri, under a requisition from the Governor. On the making of the appointment, the Signal opened fire and denounced the toadying manifested by politicians to the Mormons, particularly referring to the appointment of Bennett as one not fit to be made. This article brought to the surface all the latest disafiection which had been smoldering in the breasts of the people, and the result was a sudden outburst of indignation from members of both political parties. The Mormons were also terribly excited. The Signal followed up its assaults on tlie politicians and the Mormons, until the matter appeared to be ripe for action, when, on its^own hook, it called a convention to nominate an Anti-Mormon ticket. The first attempt was a failure, owing to the notice being too short, but the few wiio met adjourned to a subsequent day, when a full convention assembled and a ticket for county officers was nominated. Some of the Democrats got up an opposition, but the Anti-Mormons carried the election by a good majority. By tlie next year the Mormons had increased to such an extent that they and their friends carried the county, as tliey did at all subsequent elections during their stay. The Signal continued, however, to pour hot shot into the Mormons until its suspension.

On Sept. 6, 18i2, Mr. S. was married to Mrs. Hannah G. Wilcox, widow of John R. Wilcox, one of the original proprietors of Warsaw, and lived with her until her death, which occurred at Carthage, Oct. 3, 1879. She was a lady highly esteemed and respected by all who knew her. She was the mother of 6 children, one by her first husband, still living, and 5 by her last, 3 of whom survive her.

After the suspension of the Warsaw Signal, Mr. S. employed himself in clearing land, intending to engage in farming, but after about eighteen months' experience, concluded that nature did not intend him for a tiller of the soil, and made an arrangement for resuscitating the Warsaw Signal, whicli was efi^ected in Feb. 1844, succeeding the Warsaw Message, conducted by Mr. Gregg. As the organ of the old settlers or Anti-Mormons of Hancock county, the Signal, after its resuscitation, became famous throughout the whole country. Upon the liead of its editor, whose slashing articles made the fur fly, the wrath of the Mormons was poured with concentrated venom. He was the subject of their vituperation and ridicule, and was more dreaded and hated by the whole Mormon tribe than any other Anti-Mormon in the county. The editorials of the Signal were extensively copied into other papers throughout the country, and from their pugnacious and violent character, people at a distance were led to believe that " Old Tom Sharp" (as the Mormons were accustomed to call the young man who wrote them), was a perfect walking arsenal, his person bristling with bowie knives and pistols, who would rather fight than eat, instead of the mild-mannered, good-natured and rather conservative individual tJiat he has always appeared to his most intimate acquaintances.

At the time of the resuscitation of the Signal excitement in the county ran high on the Mormon question, and the advent of such a hot-blooded, slashing writer as Mr. S. at the head of the Anti- Mormon newspaper, was not calculated to allay it. While the Signal was lashing into fury the blood of the Gentiles, outside of

History Of Hancock Countt

Naiivoo, internal dissensions sprang up within the city, caused by the secret propagation of Jo Smith's famous revelation, sanctioning polygamy and enjoining its practice on tiie Saints, and the secret practice of polygamy under tiie name of spiritnal-wifeism, by many of the leaders. Against this doctrine and the practice under it, several of the most influential and wealthy of the Mormon brethren rebelled. Great excitement ensued, and finally the protesting brethren bought a printing office and commenced the publication of the Nauvoo Expositor. The first number appeared filled witli proofs of the existence of the revelation, which the leaders had not dared to publish, and of attempts made by sundry Mormon leaders to seduce virtuous females, under the guise of "Thus saitli the Lord." The crisis had become imminent; it would not do for such literature to be circulated in the Holy City, and therefore the city council was convened, an order passed declaring the Expositor a nuisance, and the Marshal was ordered to suppress it, which lie proceeded to do by breaking up the press and furniture, and scattering the type through the streets. The dissenting Mormons fied the city, seeking refuge with the Gentiles in the various towns, and the story "of their treatment, added to the fiery appeals of theWarsaw Signal, lashed the Anti-Mormons into a perfect foam of excitement. Writs were issued for Jo and Hyrum Smith, an officer sent to Nauvoo to arrest them, but they refused to obey. The Governor was appealed to, the militia of neighboring counties ordered out, and soon Gov. Ford in pei'son appeared in Carthage. In the meantime Jo Smith had declared martial law, and converted the city of Jfauvoo into a camp, allowing neither [ingress nor egress without a pass. Writs were now issued against Jo Smith and otliers for treason, and officers sent to Nauvoo to make the arrests; but their mission was futile. Governor Ford then commenced negotiations with Jo Smith and the Mormon leaders, and by promises induced them to surrender. To the Anti-Mormons, who understood the situation, the whole aftair had now assumed the form of a broad farce. Jo Smith controlled a large majority of the votes in the county, he elected whom he pleased for county officers, these officers selected the jurors; and what fear need Jo and his fellow prisoners have of a conviction when they could, through their minions in office, select the jurors that were to try them? Jo Smith did not fear, and had no need to fear the law, no matter what outrage he might commit on life or property. The only thing he feared was the mob. When Mr. S. who was in Carthage heard of the determination to disband the troops, knowing that the Warsaw force was already in motion to Nauvoo under previous orders issued by the Governor, he borrowed a horse and rapidly rode toward Warsaw to stop the further progress until official orders could reach them. He met the advance at Prentice's shanty, a halt was called, the men formed in line by Mayor Aldrich, who was in command, and the announcement made that orders had been countermanded, and that they wovild halt where the,y were until official orders were received. The men called on Aldrich for a speech, but he declining, Sharp was called for and he addressed them in his usual fiery style, but declined to recommend any course of procedure. He then mounted his horse and returned to Carthage, meeting the Governor's messengers a mile or two away. After he had left, volunteers were called for to go to Carthage, and the result was, that a part of this force marched to Carthage, and killed Jo and Hyrum Smith. This occurred on the 27th day of June, 1844. The death of their leaders broke the power of tlie Mormons in Hancock, and the riddance of the county of the whole tribe became only a question of time. The indignation against the Anti-Mormons, on account of the killing of the Smiths, was intense outside of the county, and the Signal was kept hot in its efforts to vindicate them.

In September, 1844, occurred the famous "Wolf Hunt War." Handbills were issued announcing a wolf hunt on a certain daj', and giving the programme in the usual style. The getters up of the handbills designed nothing more than a bona fide wolf hunt, and had not the most distant idea of any interference with the Mormons; but, after the bills were out, the Saints began to suspect that maybe they were the wolves wliich were to be hunted, and expressed their suspicions to some Anti-Mormons. The wags took the hint, and soon stuffed the Mormons with the most enormous stories of the thousands and tens of thousands that were coming from Missouri and the surroiinding counties to take part in this wonderful hunt. The Saints, who had grown timid since the death of Jo Smitli, became seriously alarmed, and sent deputations to the Governor asking for protection. The Governor allowed himself to be humbugged, and called out the uniformed companies of Springfield, Jacksonville and Quincy, and ordered them to proceed to Hancock to disperse the expected mob. Col. E. D. Baker (afterward killed at Ball's Blufl) was put in command of this force. The army came, accompanied by the Governor, but when Hancock was reached, and the truth became known in the camp, the position of the Governor became highly ridiculous. He was simply furioi;s, and to redeem himself, concluded he would accomplish at least the arrest of some of the Anti-Mormon leaders, whom rumor pointed to as being concerned in the killing of Jo Smith. Writs were therefore issued in Nauvoo for Sharp and Williams. A constable named Hose wentto Warsaw and arrested Shar]), but was told by him that unless the citizens of Warsaw so advised, he would not go to Nauvoo. The citizens objected, and Rose left town. Ford's army was then approaching, and Sharp and Williams skipped across to Alexandria to await developments. The Governor and his soldiers finally entered Warsaw to find that the birds had flown. The whole performance had become exceedingl}' ridiculous, and Ford seemed anxious to get out of his scrape, by accomplishing atleast something by the expedition, which was highly expensive to the State. He therefore sent Col. Baker to Alexandria authorizing him to negotiate with

Sharp and "Williams for their surrender, on terms; that is, they should give bail and be allowed to go free. The treaty was signed. Col. Baker pledged himself that it should be observed to the letter, or he would send Sharp and "Williams back into Missouri. Sharp and "^"illiams then went to the Governor's camp in "Warsaw; the Sheriff read his writ to them, and turned Jiis prisoners over to Col. Baker, who accompanied them to Quincy, where Judge Thomas was holding Court. IS o effort was made to confine the prisoners, and they went where the}' pleased. The matter coming up before Judge Thomas, his Honor refused to observe the terms of the treaty, which required that the Attorney-General, who was present, should admit that the crime charged against the prisoners was not evident, or the presumption great, so that they could be admitted to bail; but consented that if the prisoners would waive an examination, he would hold them to bail in a small amount. This was agreed to under protest of innocence; bail given, and the farcical character of the whole proceeding made more apparent than ever. It was on this occasion that Judge Douglas, entering a crowd which was making merry at the Governor's ridiculous position, exclaimed: "Gentlemen, this matter has passed beyond ridicule; it is time for sympathy."

At the October Term of Court following, indictments were found against five leading Anti-Mormons and four otliers, who were said to be concerned in the killing of the Smiths. These indictments were procured by the perjured testimony of Mormon witnesses. Mr. Sharp was one of the persons indicted. After the adjournment of Court no effort was made to arrest the defendants until some time in the winter, and this was so handsomely frustrated, that it was not repeated. At the March term of the Circuit Court, the five principal men indicted appeared, Judge Young presiding. By consent of Josiah Lamborn, who had been sent by the Governor to Hancock to prosecute the defendants, and who, by the by, was the strongest prosecutor in the State, the defendants were recognized to appear from day to day during the trial, and was conducted throughout with as much decorum as any trial ever conducted in Hancock county, the slanderous statements of John Hay in the Atlantic Monthly to the contrar}', notwithstanding. Everybody respected Judge Young, and not the slightest indignity was offered to him. Mr. Lamborn made no complaint of unfair treatment, but on the other hand expressed himself as having great leniency accorded to him, the Court, by consent of the defendants, adjourning over at an early hour in order to give Mr. L. time to send for a witness to try and corroborate one of his impeached witnesses. The prosecution made out their case by three Mormon witnesses, and the defendants so completely and overwhelmingly impeached them by contradictory evidence and the contradictions they made of themselves on cross-examination, that when Mr. Lamborn arose to address the jury, he said he would not ask the jury to believe them ; that in tlie course of his practice he had never known witnesses as effectually broken down. In reference to Mr. Sharp it was not pretended that he went with the crowd that did the killing to the jail ; all he was accused of was stirring up the boys in that little speech he made at Prentice's shanty. The substance of that speech was proved by willing witnesses to the jury, and there was nothing in it but what made up the burden of Anti- Mormon speeches of that day. The jury was out but a short time, aud brought in a verdict of " Not guilty," and as had been previously arranged, there was no demonstration of applause in the audience. Throughout the whole -trial there was no " armed mob in the court-house," which " stamped applause or hissed defiance, according as they approved or disapproved the proceedings." This charge, made by John Hay, in his Atlantic Monthly article, and copied into Davidson & Stuve's " History of Illinois," is a lie made out of whole cloth. Nor is it true thac the whole people knew the defendants were guilty, for it was a matter that Anti-Mormons- were very close-mouthed about ; and who were concerned in the affairs and who were not, was known only to the people generally by uncertain rumor.

Mr. Sharp continued at the head of the Warsaw Signal until the Mormons had evacuated Nauvoo in the fall of 1846. In the final war Mr. S. acted as an aid to General Singleton who first had command, and after his retirement he occupied the same position on General Brockman's staff; was in the battle at Nauvoo and was sent with the Lima Company to make a feint on the Mormon battery on our right, while the General at the head of the main force made a flank movement on the left. This feint executed, Mr. S. with his command joined the main force, conveyed the orders that brought the 1st Regiment into the fight, and in person led the 2nd Regiment up to the support of the exposed artillery, during which movement several of the men were wounded.

After the Mormons had left the country, Mr. S. turned the Signal over to Thomas Gregg, and engaged in various out-door businesses, his long confinement to the office and the excitement of the Mormon struggle having worn on his health, so as to make the change necessary.

In the spring of 1847, Mr. S. was elected a member of the Constitutional Convention with four others from Hancock county, and assisted, as a member of said Convention, in drafting the constitution, which was adopted by the people in 1S48.

In the winter of 1S51, having been elected Justice of the Peace, at a time when there was a vast deal of business in that line in Warsaw, he returned to the office work. In 1853 he was elected first Mayor of Warsaw, and kept the office for three successive yearly terms; was again elected in 1858 and 1859. In 1854 he started the Warsaw Express, neutral in politics, and mainly devoted to the railroad projects then warmly discussed in the county. He tired of this in about fifteen months, and sold out to G. G.

Galloway. During the Mormon war, Mr. S. ceased to be a partisan Democrat, but acted witii the party in the main, until the introduction of the Nebraska bill, in 185i, by Mr. Douglas, when he joined the anti-Nebraska opposition, and drifted with it into the Kepublican party, with which he has been strongly and zealously identified ever since.

In the summer of 1856, he was nominated by the Republicans of the then 5th Congressional District, as a candidate for Congress to succeed Colonel Richardson, who had resigned to be a candidate for Governor. The district was overwhelmingly Democratic, and the nomination was but an empty honor, but Mr. S. canvassed the district, making speeches in ever}' county.

In 1S6-I:, being called on by the Union League of Hancock county, to take charge of a Union paper, he started the Warsaw New Era, which he conducted successfully for one year, and after that, it seeming to be the general wish, outside of Warsaw, that the paper be removed to Carthage, as more central, he sold out to Alex. Sympson, in June, 1S65. and the material was taken to Carthage, placed in the hands of -F. E. Fowler, and the Carthage Gazette started by him June 29, 1865. In the fall of 1865, Mr. S. was nominated by the Republicans for County Judge, and being elected, he assumed the duties of the ofSce, and removed his family to Carthage. This otHce he held four years, was nominated unanimously for re-election, but the Democrats having regained their ascendancy in the county, temporarily lost at the close of the war; the whole Republican ticket was defeated. At the close of his official career as Countj' Judge, he formed a partnership with H. W. Draper, and with him practiced law three years. In December, 1869, at the urgent solicitation of Mr. Fowler, who had received a Government appointment, Mr. S. assumed editorial control of the Carthage Gazette, expecting it to be but temporary; but his old passion for the journalistic profession being revived by editorial work, he, in June, 1870, bought the office, and with the exception of about thirteen months, when the office was in the hands of C. M. Shultz, has continued the management ever since. During this time he has continued in the practice of the law, now being the head of the law firm of Sharp & Berry Bros. Mr. Sharp's portrait is given on page 387.

Will 0. Sharp, photographer, was born in this county in 1854i is the son of Judge Thos. Sharp of this city. He served eight years in the printing office, and opened his present place of business in 1878, where he enjoys a fair trade. He was married in April, 1878, to Miss Georgiana Cannon, a native of this tp. They have one child, named Ethel K. Mr. S. is a member of the A. O. U. W., and is a respected citizen.

J. Mack Sholl, hardware merchant, firm Shell Brothers. The subject of this sketch is a native of Preble Co., O., and was born in 1851. His parents were Jacob and Mariah(Mack) Sholl, natives of Pennsylvania, who came to this county in 1852, and is a resident of this city. He established himself in the mercantile trade in

1866, and was succeeded by our subject and his brother Aleck, at this time Cashier of the Illinois State Penitentiary. Mr. S. was married in Sept., 1879, to Miss Elizabeth, daughter of Geo. T. Wilson, a native of Warsaw. The firm of Sholl Brothers is one of the oldest in the city and carries a stock of $i,000, with a good trade. Mr. S. is a member of the A. O. U. W., and is a Kepublican.

The subject of this sketch was born in Rockbridge county, E. Va., in 184:3, son of Jackson and Elizabeth (Spliter) Shultz, who emigrated to this county in 1854, and is now an established merchant of this city.

A. C. lived on the homestead until 1862, when he enlisted in Co. H, 118th. I. V. I., and served until the close of the war. He participated in battles of Arkansas Post, Thompson's Hill, Missionary Kidge, Raymond, Vicksburg, Black River Bridge, Jackson, Miss., where he was taken sick and put on detached service, and filled his honorable career in the Union cause, and was honorably discharged. He returned home and entered the mercantile trade in partnership with O. P. Carlton. Two years afterward he sold and engaged in the cigar trade one year, when he moved to Adrian, 111., and represented himself in the business circle of that place in the dry-goods trade, where he remained two years and returned to this city. He was married in 1878 to Miss Amanda E., daughter of John L. Foutch. They have 2 children, John L. and Grace. He is a member of the A. O. U. W., and of the Baptist Church. Politically he is a Republican.

Charles E. Stnales, market, Carthage, is a native of Virginia, where he was born in 1818. His parents, Matthias and Melinda (West) Smales, are residents of that State. He enlisted in 1862 in Co. H, oOtii Yol. Inf., and served nearly three years. He was assigned principally to detail service, and was honorably discharged at the close of his service. In 1865 he came to this State and located in McLean county, where he was married in 1869, to Miss Lucy F., daughter of John Benson, an early settler of that county, where he died in March, 1877. The wife and mother survive. To this union 3 children have been born, all of whom are living: Clyde, Clara and Dixie. Mr. Smales was engaged in his present occupation at Lexington, McLean count}', and moved to Carthage in 1870. He opened his present place of business in 1873, and enjoys a lucrative trade. He is a member of the Masonic order and A. O. U.W., and one of the active business young men of this city. Politically, is Republican.

William T. Smith, druggist, established in present location in 1876. Carries a stock of $2,500, and has a good patronage. He was born in Adams county. 111., in 1851; is son of John K. and Susan (Curry) Smith, who emigrated to the West in 1832, and settled in Adams county, near Columbus; subsequently he moved to

Clayton, where he resided until his death, which occurred in Feb., 1880. His wife is still livino; in this city. Mr. S. was married in 18S0 to Miss Lillian Fielding, daughter of Mrs. R. II. Hardy. He is a member of the A. O. U. W. and of the Episcopal Church of this city, and is one of the active business men of Carthage. In politics, isRepublican.

William M. Spangler, retired farmer, was born in Cumberland county, Pa., in 1823; is a son of Samuel and Rebecca (Trego) Spangler, natives of that State, who emigrated to this county in 1838, and settled in Fountain Green tp., where he engaged in farming, and resided until his death. Wm. M. was married in 1844 to Miss Emily Rensliaw, a native of Sangamon county. 111. They have had S children, 7 of whom are living - Matilda, Evaline, Virginia, Josephine, Mary, Nellie and James R. Mr. Spangler is one of the oldest living pioneers of Hancock count}'. He moved to this city and settled on his present home in 1866, where he is living upon the fruits of his industrj'. His advantages for education were limited, and only such as were accorded to the pioneer youths of Illinois. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church. In politics he was, until the Rebellion, a Democrat, but now endorses Republican principles.

Adam Sjntler, retired physician, is a native of Augusta county, Va., where he was born in 1816. He received his early education in his native county and entered the university at Louisville, Ky., at which institution he graduated in March, 1850. The following year he began the practice of his profession in Upshur county, Va., where he resided 11 or 12 j-ears. In 1857 he settled in this city and followed his professional calling until the spring of 1880. He then retired from the active duties of life, and is living upon the fruits of his well-earned industry. He was married in 1851 to Miss Carrie A., daughter of James Janney, a native of Virginia. He is a member of the American National Medical Association, President of the Hancock Medical Society, and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church since 1833. Until 10 years of age he lived in Augusta with his parents, Daniel and Eleanor (Emory) Spitler, both natives of Virgina, who moved from Rockbridge to this county in 185-1, and settled in St. Mary's tp. ; subsequently he moved to Carthage, where he died in 1861. She died in 1S75. The family number among the early settlers and are highly respected in this community.

John D. Stevens, retired, was born in Greene county, 111., in 1826; is a sou of Joseph and Elmira, deceased, natives of New York city and Vermont, and among the early pioneers of that county, where they were married. Joseph was a hatter by trade and traveled extensively through the Western country, trading in furs among the Indians. In 1828 he moved to Hazel Green, Wisconsin, and became engaged in the lead mines at that place. In the fall of the same year he sent his wife and 2 children down the Mississippi river, on a keel-boat, and landed on the east bank of the river, where Little Cincinnati now is, and made his settlement in what is now Louisiana, Pike county, Mo. Here he established a trading post and engaged in the fur trade. Large bands of Indians sought his post to trade, and he was widely known among the tribes of the West. From that point he came to this county in lS33,and settled in what is now Chili tp., whei'e he entered 2J sections of land, upon which he made improvements and engaged in farming. Hewas at one time Mail-carrier and Contractor, and kept the first hotel in his growing settlement. 'He was widely known throughout the county and was among the early pioneers of the State and county. He died on the homestead in 1846. The widow and mother survived him until 1S63, when her spirit took its flight to its better home.

The subject of this sketch has been engaged ^mostly in farming and mining. In 1S50 he crossed the plains to California, and remained until 1855, when he returned, having an eventful journey by way of Arizona and Texas. Mr. S. was married in 1857 to Miss Julia A. Towler, a native of Ind. To this union 3 children have been born, all of whom are living: Leona M., Clara B. and Almira A. He engaged in farming and became an active participant in the public issues of the county. In 1870 he was elected Sheriff of the county, and re-elected in 1872 to the same office, the duties of which he filled with satisfaction to his constituents. He also was Justice of the Peace in Chili tp., and has been otherwise distinguished. In 1876 he erected the Stevens House, at a cost of $11,000, furnished, which he conducted successfully 11 years. In 1879, by reason of poor health, he rented the house and retired to the quietness of his home. The Stevens House is located on the south side of the Square, is built of brick, and will accommodate many guests. Its arrangements are of the best, and its location is all that could be desired. In fact, this is a reliable and the only first-class hotel building in the city.

L. C. Stevenson, retired, was born in Baltimore, Md., in 1809; is a son of Sater and Priscilla (Cole) Stevenson, both natives of that State, where she died in 1815. He moved to Franklin county, O., where he died in 1S1:9. L. C. came to Illinois in 1836, stopped one year in Chicago, and settled in this city in 1837, where he engaged in the cabinet and furniture business, in a log shanty that occupied the present site of the bank. Some years afterward he purchased a farm, and engaged in that business until he retired from all active pursuits, to the quietness and comforts of his pleasant home. He was married May 23, 18i4, to Miss Susan Gallop, a native of Eockland, where she was born April 26, 1827. Of their 11 children 5 are living; viz., Charles, Willie, Hattie, Frederick and Edward. Mr. S. is one of the oldest living settlers of Carthage, honored and respected by all who know him. Politically, he is a descendant of the old-line Whig party, and a strong advocate of Republican principles.

J. B. Strader, firm of J. B. Strader & Son, grocers. This firm was established in 1863, and was located on the lot of ground now occupied by the Hancock National Bank. In 1864 Mr. S. purchased his present premises, and from a small capital has gained a success, and is one of the prominent and active merchants of this city. The firm carry a stock of $6,000; a large warehouse is connected in the rear, and a large trade is realized in thejsale of feed and hay, sawed and split fence posts and drain tile. Mr. Strader was born in West Yirginia in 1822; is a son ot Martin and Mary (Rohrbough) Strader, natives of that State, both deceased. He came to this county in 1856 and settled in this city. For nearly two years he was engaged in the lumber business, and taught school four years, and engaged in various speculations until 1863. He was married to Miss Susannah Shultz. a native of Virginia, who died in 1855. They had 4 children: David S., Ellen J., Lenton M. and Willis L. He was married to his present wife. Miss Mary Rogers, in 1865. She is a native of Virginia. Mr. S. has been Superintendent of the Sunday-school in the M. E. Church 11 years. Trustee of the Church, and is highly esteemed by all who know him. The junior partner of this firm, D. S. Strader, was born in Upshur county, W. Va., in 1848. He was united in marriage to Miss Cynthia J. Mathews in 1867, who was born in Gallapolis, Gallia county, O., in 1846. Their children are Eddie L., Frank A. and William A.

C. W. Taylor, firm of Taylor Bros., grocers, was born in Garrard county, Ky., in 1841; is a son of David and Eliza (Thompson) Taylor, natives of that State, where he died in 1855. The widow came to this county in 1856, with 9 children, and settled in this city. Our subject was engaged in clerking until 1862, when he enlisted in Co. B, ll8th 111. Vol. Inf , and served until the close of the war. Participated in battles of Chickasaw Blufts, Jackson, Miss., and all the engagements of the regiment. He was married in 1871 to Miss Margaret Latimer, a native of Adams county, by whom he has 3 children, Charles E., William R. and Joseph. This firm was established in 1868 and has a good trade. Mr. T. was Town Trustee one term; is a member of the A. O. U. W. and is a Republican.

E. D. Taylor, firm of Taylor Bros., grocers, brother of the preceding, was born in Garrard county, Ky., in 1845. E. D. became associated with his brother in 1869. In 1875 he went to Nebraska and Kansas, and engaged in sheep-raising, but returned after a few years. Mr. T. was Town Trustee two years; is a member of the A. O. U. W., and of the military and fire department, and one of the city fathers. Politically, he is a Republican, and is a member of the Baptist Church.

Z>. L. Tressler, late President of Carthage College, though but a few years a citizen of Hancock county, deserves some notice in this work, and we give his portrait on page 441.

in the new College, was chosen its President and also its Treasurer, and by bis kind and Christian deportment, his zeal and earnestness in the cause of education, his courteous- manners, his talents and eloquence, he soon endeared himself to his college associates and pupils under his charge, and won in a high degree the public esteem. Born in 1S39, he had not reached half the allotted three score and ten, and was but barely 40 when called away from the broad and still unreaped field of his usefulness.

President Tressler, in addition to his college duties, was Pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Carthage, and also frequently assumed calls to preach in neighboring pulpits of kindred denominations. He was greatly instrumental in building up the Church in Carthage, and contributed freely of his time, talents and means toward the erection of the fine edifice belonging to it. On last New Year's eve, a new bell, having been placed in position, was dedicated; and in the hour of the Old Year's departure, it was tolled - " ringinw the Old Year out and the New Year in." On that occasion. President Tressler made a feeling address, in the course of which he said, " For whom of us all shall this bell first toll the funeral knell 'i" An ear attuned to prophecy might have interpreted in its clear tones, as they quiveringly died away on the prairies, the answer - David Loy TresslerV for within 60 days of the new year, that bell tolled its first funeral notes for him.

Echo of the heart's out^crying When its t'easured all is lying. Stricken ere the harvest time. Calling, greeting Anguished souls with soft entreating, Soothingly the words repeating - -' Transferred to a better clime."

President Tressler's father was a man of character and note in Pennsylvania, ever active in the cause of education and of the Church in which he was an exemplary member. He built of his own means an institution of learning at Loysville, called the Loysville Academy. In this institution David Loy received his preparation fur college, and after his graduation became its principal. The war took teachers and pupils to the '' tented field," and the Academy became a Soldiers' Orphans' Home, under the care of the State, the property still in the ownership of the Tressler estate. At eriifth it was sold, tlirougii the exertions of President Tressler, to

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President T. was one of a large family; his eldest brother, a young man of much talent and high promise, died at the age of 24, while occiipying the chair of mathematics and natural philosophy in the Capital University at Columbus, Ohio.

The widowed mother still lives in Carthage, as well as one sister, Mrs. Prof. J. W. Richard, and youngest brother. Dr. M. L. Tressler, druggist and bookseller.

As previously stated, Prest. Tressler was Pastor of the large Lutheran Church in Carthage, a position which he sustained for seven years. This fine edifice, the finest and costliest in the county, stands as a monument of his energy and labor.

" It becomes our mournful duty to chronicle the death of our beloved President, Rev. Prof. D. L. Tressler, Ph. 1). This sad event occurred at his home in Carthage, at seven o'clock, Friday morning, Feb. 20th. On tlie 1st of Feb. he went to West Point, a village twelve miles distant from Carthage, to fill an appointment for jjreaching. Owing to the bad condition of the roads he made the tri]) on horseback, a mode of traveling to which he had not recently been accustomed. On his arrival home in the evening he was very much fatigued, and found that he had taken a severe cold. He heard his college classes on Monday, but did not feel well enough the next morning to continue his work. On Thursday evening he presided at a faculty meeting held at his residence. A day or two afterward typhoid pneumonia made its appearance. This gradually assumed a rheumatic character, and was soon followed by a complication of other disorders. During the last week of his sickness he was delirious much of the time. In his intervals of consciousness he spoke tender farewell words to the members of his family, commending them to the loving care of God, and rejoicing in the blessed comforts and triumphs of the Christian faith.

" As we stood by the bedside of this good and useful man, and saw him calmly and peacefully breathe his last, it was hard to realize that one so eminent in the Master's service upon the earth, and just in the prime of life, and who but a few weeks before was so active and hopeful among us, was passing away from our bodily sight. It is difficult to think that he is gone. Wliy sliould he be taken? This is a mystery whicli, perhaps, we can not now understand, but we know that God rules wisely and well, and we humbly submit to His will.

him. He was faithfully instructed by his parents in the truth of the Scriptures, and at an early age united with the Lutheran Church of which they were prominent members. He prepared for college at the Loysville Academy, an institution founded by his father. In 1857 he was admitted to the sophomore class of Pennsylvania College at Gettysburg, from which institution he was graduated with honor in 1860, having received tlie appointment of valedictorian of his class. Soon afterward he took charge of the Loysville Academy, which he conducted with success. While engaged in teaching he also pursued the study of law. In 1862 he raised a company of volunteers, and entered the army as a Captain. He participated in the battles of South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville, receiving two severe wounds at Fredericksburg. In 1861 he was admitted to the Bar, and devoted the next fivej-ears to the practice of law. In 1865 he was married to Ada J., daughter of B. Mclntyre, Esq. In 1870 he removed to Mendota, 111., and in the same j-ear entered the Lutheran ministry and accepted a call to Lena, III. In 1872 he was elected to a professorship in Carthage College, and the following year he was chosen president of the same institution. In connection with the duties of this oiBce he had charge of the financial affairs of the college, which gave him a great deal of additional labor, and he was also Pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church of the city.

'' President Tressler possessed a rare combination of excellent qualities which admirably fitted him for the important position whicli he held. He was a man of higli purposes and indomitable energy, of quick intellect and fine business tact, of a kind, generous and sympathetic nature, of a cheerful disposition, inclined to look upon the bright side of things, of ready and pleasing address, capable of easily adapting himself to all classes of people and making the humblest feel at ease in his presence.

" With untiring efforts and unfiaggingzeal he labored for the welfare of Carthage College, and, through this instrumentality, for the advancement of Christ's kingdom and the promotion of God's glory. In this great work he sacrificed his life, and in his death the Church has lost one of her most eificient leadersj^one of her most useful servants. But his memory will abide with us as an inspiration to stimulate us to increased activity in the glorious cause to which he was so earnestly devoted.

" The funeral was largely attended. Many persons from a distance were present. Kev. Mr. Kuhl conducted the services. The church was heavily draped. A number of beautiful floral offerings testified to the high esteem in which the deceased was held by loving friends. Rev. Mr. Sparr, of Fairfield, la., read selections from the Scriptures. Kev. Mr. Behringer, of Mendon, 111., offered prayer. Dr. Rhodes, of St. Louis, delivered the discourse. This was followed by brief addresses by Eev. Mr. Anderson, of the Congregational Church, of Quincy, and Eev. Dr. Craig, of the

J. C. Willicyms, merchant, was born in Madison county, Ky., in 1819; is son of Richard G. and Catherine (daughter of Col. John Holden), early pioneers of Clark county, Ky., where he died in 1876. She is still a resident of that county. The subject of this sketch came to this county in 1857 and settled in this city. He became engaged in the mercantile trade as early as ISW, and established in this city in 1857. He erected the buildingUie now occupies in 1866, and carries a stock of $10,000, and ;has a fair trade. He was married in 1850 to Miss Mary Collier, a native of Lincoln county, Ky., where she was born in 1826. He represented this district to the Senate, member of the 27th General Assembl}* in 1871 and 1872. Has filled the ofiice of Town Trustee, President of the Town Council and is otherwise identified with the interests of the county. He has been a member of the Masonic order 35 years, and is one of the oldest and most liiglily respected merchants of this city. Oscar W., William, Josiah J., Susan and Jessie are his living children.

J. J. Williams, lawyer, was born in Carthage in 1858; is son of J. C. Williams, one of the oldest merchants of this city. He received his education at the Carthage College, and was graduated at that institution in 1877. He began tlie study of law with Edmunds & Scofield of this city, and was admitted to the Bar in 1879. The same year formed the present partnership of Scofield and Williams, and began practice in this city. Politically, he is a Democrat.

Henry C. Wilson, livery stable ; established in this business in 1879, moved to present location in April, 1880, where he keeps a large stock of horses and carriages at all times. He was born in Carthage, 111., in Isil: ; is son of J. and Mary (Stuart) Wilson, who came to this county from Kentucky in 1834, and settled in this tp.; subsequently he removed to this city and opened the Wilson House, where he became popularly known and resided until his death in 1873. He entered and purchased land on sec. 16, and dealt considerably in landed property, and was one of the early pioneers of Hancock county. His widow is still living in this city. Henry C. was married in 1865 to Miss Ellen E. Ferry, a native of this county. To them have been born 4 children, 3 of whom are living, - Roila H., Mary L. and Tessie.

Stephen S. Wilson, miller, succeeded S. L. Hobart in the purchase and business in the mill in 1876, where he is doing a good business. He also owns a farm of 250 acres in this tp., valued at $20 per acre, and deals considerably in stock. He was born in Garrard county, Ky., in 1844; is son of James F. and Elizabeth (Stewart) AVilson, natives of New York and West Yirginia, who emigrated to this county in 1849 and settled in this tp. on sec. 16, where he resided until liis death in 1854. She died in 1864. Our subject enlisted in April, 1861, in Co. D, 16th I. V. I., and served until July, 1865. He participated in the battles of

Corinth, Stone River, Murfreesboro, and with Sherman on his march to the sea, through the grand review at Washington, and was mustered out at Louisville, Kentucky. He received a slight wound in his left hand^at Bentonville, and was twice taken prisoner, but escaped. He was married in 1869 to Miss Arabella Buckman, a native of Kentucky, who died in 1872, leaving one child, Lela B. He was again married to Miss Leah Johnson, a native of West Virginia. Mr. W. is Trustee of the town and was elected Assessor in April, 18S0; is a member of the Masonic order, and of the M. E. Church. Politically is Republican.

William ^V^l$on, farmer, sec. 9; P. O., Carthage; was born in Pock Castle county, Ky., in 1835; is son of James and Elizabeth (Stewart) Wilson, who emigrated to Hancock county in 18-19, and settled in Carthage tp., where he resided until 1S5S. She died in 1868. The subject of this sketch was married in 1861 to Miss Lydia, daughter of Joseph Deuel, a native of Ohio, and their 7 children are: Ida L., George C, Ellen, Eva, William, Mary and Lula. Mr. W. settled on his present land in 1872, consisting of 140 acres, valued at $50 per acre. He is a School Director, and in politics is a Republican.

James F. Woodhurn; P. 0., Carthage; was born in Carthage in 1839, son of William and Gracie (Irving) Woodburn, natives of Kentucky, who emigrated to this county in 1831 and settled in this tp., where he entered 40 acres of land, and is yet a resident of Carthage, in the 75th year of his age. She died in July, 1872. The subject of this sketch enlisted in 1862 in Co. B, 118th t. V. I., and served until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of Arkansas Post, Vicksburg, and in nearly all the battles in which that regiment was engaged. By exposure in the service he lost his sight and slowly became totally blind. He was able to complete his service and return home, where lie engaged in farming until his sight was entirely gone. He was married in 1869 to Miss Angeline, daughter of Thompson T. McCants, a native of this tp. To this union one son has been born, John E. Mr. W. is ably supported bj^ the Government in his afliiction, and resides in the quiet and enjoj'meut of his home. Politically he is divided, and casts his vote only for those whom he considers capable and trustworthy.

Stanley Fdioards Wom'cll was born in Carthage in April, 1845, about live months before his father, Lieut. Franklin A. Worrell, was killed in the Mormon troubles. After his father's death, his widowed mother (Anne Elizabeth Lawton) resided chiefly in Quincy, for seven or eight years, until her re-marriage with Dr. George L. Hewitt, and for a number of years thereafter, when they removed to Hannibal, Mo. At Quincy and Hannibal young Stanley was reared, and in the latter place he is settled, having married Miss Virginia Warner, in New Hampshire, about New Year's day, 1873.

grated with his mother (now Mrs. Leebvick) and brothers to Quincy. There the family settled, and Frank located in Carthage and engaged in merchandising. Dnring his sliort career in that place he gained the reputation of an active, excellent and public-spirited young man, and died much regretted.

Colman Wyatt, farmer, sec. 22: P. O., Carthage; was born in Cheshire county, Ky., in 1817. When one year old he was taken to Knox count}^ Tenn., by liis parents, where they died. When 17 years of age he started for the West, arriving in this tp. Nov. 9, 1S34, with but 50 cents in his pocket. He entered 90 acres of his present farm, which was but a wild prairie, upon which he settled and has since made it his home. He was married in April, 183.5, to Miss Elizabeth Kimbrough, daughter of James Kimbrough, deceased, an early pioneer of Hancock county. To this union i children have been born, all deceased. Mr. Wyatt is one of the oldest living settlers of this tp. and county. He hauled the first foot of lumber ever brought to this tp. His advantages for education were limited, and only by industry, economy and energy has he succeeded. The homestead now consists of 120 acres, valued at $40 per acre. He took an active interest in the Mormon difficulties, being in active service with the militia in 1844, by which service he lost a crop from his improved lands. Politically he is a Democrat.

D.J. Wylie, farmer, sec. 27; P. O., Carthage; is a native of Garrard county, Ky., where he was born Nov. 16, 1822. His parents, John and Mary (Thompson) Wylie, were both natives of that State. The wife and mother, with 9 ciiildren, moved to McDonough county in 1850, where she resided until her death in February, 1875. The subject of this sketch was married Nov. 4, 1845, to Miss Elizabeth, daughter of John Patterson, of Madison count}', Ky. Three children, the fruits of this marriage, are all married, as follows: Mary J., wife of F. M. Esterbrook, residing in Nebraska; Sarah M., wife of AVm. Coker, of this county; and Angeline, wife of Geo. T. Proctor, resides in this tp. Besides, Mr. W. has one adopted son, George. Mr. Wylie came to this county in 1850 and settled on sec. 16, in this tp. A few years later he moved to Carthage, where he resided some yeai-s, and in 1S57 purchased his present farm, of Artois Hamilton, consisting of 160 acres, valued at §60 per acre. The same year he erected his present fine residence, and now has one of the best improved farms in the county. His opportunities for education were very limited. Left without means, his accumulations and his position have been secured only through energy and industry. In politics he was for years an old-line Whig, but now indorses the Democi'atic platform. His first vote cast was for Millard Filmore.

We give a list of the Supervisors, Clerks,''Assessors and Collectors who have served Carthage township since its organization, with the years of the beginning of their respective terms: