Adair County, Missouri - Biographical sketches, 1911 (part 6 of 8)

JOHN T. NORFOLK was born in Baltimore, Maryland, December 23, 1M* being a son of Thomas H. ami Mary Norfolk. He was married in 1S66 to EJifc Hodgsen, a daughter of Thomas ami Rebecca (Boring) Hodgsen. They have sev. t children: F. M., born in 1867; George T., 1869: William H., 1871; Alice, is?. Lafayette. lK7.r>; J. P., 1S79; C. C, 1884.

Mr. Norfolk moved to Pennsylvania with his parents when only about nine yr orold and was reared there on a farm. He lived at home till the breaking out of tV Civil War, and then in 1<S63 enlisted in 2nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry for a jvn«*i three years. He served until August 23, 18ti">, when he was mustered out of servi-- at Camp Chase, Ohio. He then returned to Pennsylvania and remained then* t ' 1*71 . At that time he came to Adair County, Missouri, where he has since lived ;&n«i been engaged in fanning. At present he owns a farm of 24o acres about four mil-- north-west of Cibbs. He does general farming and stock raising.

C. I. SPENCER was born in Adair County. Missouri, near Cibbs. August hi isss. being a son of \Y. Scott and Addie Spencer. He was married July 20. 1911 to Virgie Davidson, daughter of J. W. and Callie Davidson.

Mr. Spencer was born ami reared on a farm where he lived with his panints t:l' February. 1910. He was at that time ap|>nintcd carrier on R. F. D.. No 1. Glbh*. Missouri, whii'h position he now holds.

JUDGE R. W. HART, son of William and Elizabeth (Cragg) Hart, wiw born in Adair County, fourteen miles northeast of Kirksvillc, August 29, 1859. He was married September 22, 1880, to Maria Maekoy, a native of Illinois. Mrs. Hart is a daughter of James and Sarah Maekoy . Mr. and Mrs. Hart have three children: James \\\, born October 14, 1882; Lawrence M., July 0, 1887; H. Waring, February 25. 1S90. Both James and I^awrenee are married, and live near their father.

Mr. Hart was born and reared on a farm near where he now lives. His father one of the early settlers of this county, coming here and entering land in the -arlv day*. Mr. Hart lived at home till married, then his father gave him part of he farm on which he now lives. Later he purchased land ad joining and now has 500 uTcs, one of the best farms in the county, with a beautiful home and splendidly improved.

He is a stockholder and president of the Farmers State Hank at Greentop, and Is also interested in other business enterprises. In 1900 Mr. Hart was elected Judge |)f the Second District, and re-elected in 1908. In 1910 he was not a candidate. He |s Republican and takes a deep interest in politics. He and his family belong to the iM. thodist Church, South.

THOMAS J. HICKMAN is a native of Ohio, and was born in Belmont County >f that state April 16, 1865, being a son of Isaac and Mary Ann Hickman. Mr. Iic-kman has been twice married, his first wife being Miss Elizabeth Scobee, to whom ie was married November 2, 1854. They had two children: Sarah, born April I". 1857; James L., March 29, 1864. After the death of his first wife he married Jjrinda Hughes, a daughter of I^ewis Hughes. They were married July 3, 1873, ind they have three children: Charles L., born July 10, 1874; Amy E., August l!7, 1879; Maude, March 19, 1884.

Mr. Hickman moved with his parents to Adair County, Missouri, in 1852, setling near Old Nineveh. He lived there on a farm till grown, then took up the vocation of farming, in which he has been engaged all his life. In 1907 he retired and noved to Connelsville and was appointed j*)st master at that place in 1910, his daughter, Maude, serving as his assistant. In January, 1911, he resigned as postmaster ind moved with his family to Walla Walla, Washington, where he now lives.

At the breaking out of the war Mr. Hickman enlisted in the 11th Missouri Cavilry, which was later consolidated with the 2d Missouri Cavalry. He saw much ictive service, taking part in the battle at Caj>e Girardeau, as well as many skirmishes vith bushwhackers. He is a Republican in politics and a member of the Christian -hureh.

HENRY G. GARLOCK, l>orn in Adair County, Missouri, near Brashear in s72, is a son of Jacob and Martha Garloek. He was married April 15, 1903, to lane lx>ng, daughter of George B. and Mary Long.

Mr. Garloek was born and reared on a farm. He lived at home till grown, then Harried and began farming for himself. All his life he lias been a farmer, and at present owns a farm of 120 acres, three miles northeast of Gibbs. He engages in general -inning and stock raising.

G. A. PROSSER was born in Knox County, Missouri, January tt. ISM. and - a son of Allen and Alice Pressor. Ho was married August lo, 190S, to Mary 1 fo >. a daughter of K. W. and Eliza Buck. They have one child - Paulino (Ma, November 17, 1909.

Mr. Prosser is a teacher. He was fitted for this work by attending the n:. schools of Knox County. After finishing the course as prescribed in the rw schools he attended Centenary Academy, Palmyra, Missouri. He then finish*- ! business eourse at (Jem City Business College, Quiney, Illinois. He has ntUixl«v Kirksville State Normal School two or more years.

As a teacher Mr. Pressor has been eminently successful. After teachinr - eral years in the rural schools of Adair County, where he won the reputation oi ing one of the best rural teachers, he was, in HMO, eleeted to the principakhipor Willard School of Kirksville. He was re-elect cd in HM1. and still holds that pu>r

JAMES W. FARMER was born in Schuyler County, Missouri, Februin 1. 1877, being a son of William Q. and Naomi Fanner. He was married April 12 1 'li to Nettie Gloason, daughter of Mark and Nancy Gleason.

Mr. Farmer moved to Adair County with his parents when two yearx ol«l H - he lived till grown, then began farming for himself. He has followed that oyjtction since that time and at present owns a farm of 200 acres, three and one-half ir.:'- northeast of Sperry. He handles Shropshire sheep, Poland-China hogs. SI: Horn cattle and English Shire and Coach horses.

JAMES I. BURRIS was born in Boone County, Indiana, in 1S54, and i> . - of Robert and Palma Burris. He was married in 18K1, to Ida Bureh, a daucb'' Moses and Eufona Burch. They have one child - Ora F., born March 22,

Mr. Burris was born in Indiana, but came to Adair County, Missouri, with parents when only three years old and has lived here continuously since. Ifr li with his parents on the fartn till grown, then continued farming for himself. H*' ^ followed that occupation all his life. At present he owns a farm of forty arr»- '< miles northeast of Kirksville. It is well improved and he has a very pretty h -

Mr. Burris is a Democrat, in politics and takes a deep interest in political tft He is a member of the 1. O. (). F. lodge, and he and his family belong to the fW terian church.

CHARLES J. CUNNINGHAM, a native of Adair County, Missouri, May 31, 1.SK4, being a son of Green B. and Ann (Eitel) Cunningham. He wa» mried December Hi, 1903, to Lillie Yowell, daughter of Henry L. and Elizabeth Vell. Mrs. Cunningham was born August 4, 1SS3, being also a native of thbcojr They have three children: Vernon, born July 9, 1905; Delmas, June 27. It'" Lola, January 27, 1910.

Mr. Cunningham was born and reared on a farm in the western part of A-!1-' County, where he lived at home with his parents till his marriage. He then k-v farming for himself and has followed that occupation all his life. At pn1*'"* ' owns a farm of 330 acres, two miles east of Lcefflcr, his land being well impro This farm is the original home place. Mr. Cunningham is caring for las ' He engages in general farming, stock feeding, etc. In politics he is a Rq'iiN :

JUDGE SOLOMON F. STAHL was born at Bethel, Shelby County, Missour.. February 8, IKfil. His parents were Frederick and Margaret Link Stahl. hV father and grandfather were among the original colonists of the German communis eolony founded at Bethel by Dr. William Keil in 1844, some account of which l i been given in a section in this book on Nineveh. Judge Stahl way educated in tK school maintained by the colony at Bethel. At the age of thirteen year* ho v assigned the work of a clerk in the colony store and served in that position from N-? to 1800.

In 1 Kt'rfi he came to Nineveh, Adair County, at which place a branch of the Bff* Colony had boon established in 1849. He and J. G. Bauer were made the roknn - mercantile agents at Nineveh, and acted as such until 1S70. In that year he w drew from the eolony and began business for himself in Nineveh in partnership a: J. D. Miller. The firm was burned out in November, 1X73, everything having U> lost. Judge Stahl then moved to Shibley's Point, a few miles to the north of Nineveh, and was engaged in business then' from 1874 to 1KS0. He then moved to «1 is now Stahl in this county and developed the coal industry there in a eomturr-' way. He remained there until about 1S82, when he moved to Kirks ville. and : connection with I). C. Pierce engaged in the wholesale and retail grocery l>UMn»-v He was elected assistant cashier of the First National Bank, commonly known Baird Bank, and continued in that business until IKS'). He then moved to Bon', t ville, Arkansas, and was engaged in the banking business there until 1897. In iny year he was appointed 1*. S. Marshall for the Western District of Arkansas for f<>;; years by President McKinley, and was afterwards reap|>ointcd for another i» r years by President Roosevelt. In May, 1906, he again returned to Kirksville. ir.-: was elected President of the Kirksville Savings Bank. In 1907 he severed his «>: nection with that institution and was elected cashier of the National Bank of hirkville, which jMisition he still holds.

Judiee Stahl is a Republican in polities. He was elect ed County Judge for IV 1 rift Number One in Adair County in 1880, and served for two years. He wa> V " Marshal for the Western District of Arkansas from 1897 to 190o, as lias already said. He is a member of the Presbyterian church. Prior to the union of the Cum!* r land Presbyterian and the Northern Presbyterian churches, he was a member of ; former. He has been an elder for thirty years. He is a member of the Maso: lodge and of the Commandery.

He was married to Miss Sarah Shoop January 9. 1874. To them six cMMm hive been born: Mrs. Lillie A. Hennon, Kirksville; Claude C, deceased; Ray 1 deceased; Dr. C. S. Staid, Kirksville; Richard F., Kirksville; Mrs. Nellie A Btok. Joh nsto wn . Pen n sy I vania .

CHARLES BENNETT was born February 25, 1872, in Vinton County. Oh He was married to Grace Miller, a daughter of Otis and Nancy E. Miller. March ? 1900. They have three children: Ruth M., born March 2. 1903; Clifford C , Msr : 2, 1900; Clinton L., September 19, 1907.

Mr. Bennett came to Adair County, Missouri, in 1890, moving from Illim*.-. where he had lived with his parents since quite young. He purchased his prc*i farm in 1902, and has always been engaged in general farming and stock rai*ir: He is a Democrat and a member of the Christian church.

Mrs. Bennett is a member of one of the pioneer families of the county, her n>"' « r being the first white girl born in Adair County, Missouri.

CHARLES L. FISHER was bom in Saxony, Germany, October 22, 1X23, ar.d came to America in 1848 by way of New York. He went to Chicago and lived one year, then settled in Iowa. Here he married Caroline Aencr, July 4, 1852. She was also a native of Germany, being born in Berlin September 20, 1825. In the fall of 1S47 she came with her parents to America by way of New Orleans where they remained one year, then moved to Muscatine, Iowa.

Charles I., and Caroline Fisher moved to Adair County, Missouri, in the fall of 1856, where they lived till the death of Mr. Fisher, October 5, 18X6. His widow moved to Kirksville a few months after his death and made this her residence till her death. October 16, 1K01.

Mr. and Mrs. Fisher had three children, two daughters and one son: Otto E. who died November 15, 1908. lived at Willmathville, Missouri; Amelia (Fisher) (iardener and Emma (Fisher) KoeJh, who live in Iaw Angeles, California.

O. E. FISHER, deceased, was a native of Adair County, Missouri, and was horn near Willmathville, February 14, 1X5X. His parent*, Charles L. and Caroline Fisher, were among the earliest settlers of this county, coining here in 1856. They lived on a farm in that section till their death in the early eighties. Charles L. Fisher died October 5, 1X80; Caroline Fisher died October 16, 1891.

Mr. Fisher was reared on a farm at the old home place, living there with his parents till grown. He then married and continued the occupation of farming till his death, November 15, 1908. He owned a farm of 120 acres, one mile west of Willmathville, which is now the property of his widow; and one farm of 100 acres, two miles west of Willmathville. Since his death Mrs. Fisher and her children have remained at the place and conducted the farm.

He was united in marriage September 20, 1885, to Anna Clouse. They had three children, all of whom are living: Verna D., Leonard F., and Orville M.

JUDGE WILLIAM C. DITMARS, born in Clark County, Missouri, April 17, 1859, is a son of Henry S. and Sarah (Anderson) Ditmars. He was married September 23, 1879, to Narcissus Byrd, daughter of John S. Byrd. They had eleven children, three of whom died in infancy: Ida L., born September 3, 1879, now the wife of James Ewing; Nellie M., November 28, 1X81, wife of C. O. Bledsoe; Ella M., December 6, 1883, wife of W. A. Shelton; Charles W., August 1, 18X5; William M., March 10, 1887; Eva F., April 30, 1X88, wife of I'M. Palmer; Warner S., September 15, 1889; Opal P., August IS, 1894, wife of Frank Hays. Mrs. Ditmars died November 30, 1903. Mr. Ditmars was again married April 21, 1907, to Margaret V. Eason, daughter of John G. Eason.

Judge Ditmars moved to Illinois with his parents when five months old, living there two years, then went to Iowa. Here his parents remained till 1868, then came to Adair County where the Judge has since lived. He has always been engaged in farming and owns a farm of 240 acres, three miles northeast of Sublette. He also has 160 acres in Colorado. He is a general farmer and stock raiser, and a breeder of Aberdeen-Angus cattle, fine horses, mules, etc.

In 1903 he helped to organize the Farmers' State Bank at Grecntop and is a director and stockholder. From 1901 to 1905 lie served as Judge of the First, District, and from 1907 to 1911 he was Presiding Judge. He is a Republican and a member <>f the M. W. A. fraternity.

Mr. Weaver moved to Cooper County, Missouri, with his parent* when .1 five years old, remaining there three years. They then moved to this county. - tling on a farm near Kirksville. They remained on the farm nine years an»i '.removed to Kirksville where Mr. Weaver has since lived. On coming here he leanthe plasterer and bricklaying trade and wcrked at that business continuously - 1900. At that time he and his brother, J. C. Weaver, started a cement plain [ is known as Weaver Bros. Granitoid Works, and they manufacture cement blwput down sidewalks and do all kinds of ornamental work.

The cement plant is one of the most extensive in North Missouri, and they L done a vast amount of business. Their work has been confined largely to Kirbv.ii and the evidences of their labor and skill can be found in all parts of the city Th-t two brothers have been partners in business since they were l>oys, and they b never had a misunderstanding nor even a settlement. Jt has been share and *Lr alike with perfect harmony, working for each other's interests. Although orir them is married and the other single, the home belongs to both and they live in feet amity. As an example of brothers and partners in business, this is exceeding remarkable.

Mr. Weaver was never married and makes his home with his brother at #rj North Baltimore. Street . He is a Democrat and a member of the Methodist Kpcopal Church, South.

JOSEPH C. WEAVER, a son of John C. and Nancy (Fretz) Weaver, was burin Noble County, Indiana, April 16, I860. He was married October II, 1S1W. Stella Cheney, a daughter of Marion and Nettie (Cowell) Cheney. They had rivchildren, four of whom are living: Nellie, born December 1, 1S94, died December 2S, 189-1; Benjamin F., February 17, 1S96; John B., May 15, 1900; Alma CI.. June 10, 1905; Anna B., October 31, 1910.

Mr. Weaver moved to Cooper County, Missouri, with his parents when onh three years old. After remaining there about three years they moved to this county and sett let! on a farm near Kirksville. About nine years later they moved t" Kirksville where Mr. Weaver has since resided. Soon after moving to Kirk.Mi//. he learned the trade of bricklayer and plasterer, working at that business continuously till 1900. Then, in connection with his brother, S. W. Weaver, he started j cement plant, known as Weaver Bros. Granitoid Works. It is situated near hihome at 30*2 North Baltimore Street. They do all kinds of granitoid work, a* well as manufacturing cement blocks, and have a most excellent business. Mr. Weaver and his brother have been partners in business since early manhood. He is a Democrat in polities ami a member of the M. W. A. lodge.

Mrs. Weaver was l>orn in Macon County, Missouri, March 3, 1S72. She emu to Adair County with her parents when but a child and has lived here since.

At the time of the cyclone at Kirksville, Mr. Weaver and his brother were living where they do now, and their parent* were making their home with them All the members of the family were at home, which was directly in the path of the cyclone. The younger members of the family could have found safety in flight after they saw the storm coining, but refused to leave their parents, both of whom wentoo feeble to get away. The house, which was a large nine-room building, was completely demolished, broken up into the smallest fragments and split into kimllii c wood. All the furniture was destroyed, except a piano stool which stood on ih» floor in the parlor and was not even turned over. This was the only thing left of i& house and all its furnishings. Their father, who was sitting in a rocking chair. »t carried about twenty feet north of the building, the chair broken into the snulis bits, and he was so severely injured that he died in a few minutes. Joseph C , married brother, was very badly crushed, and it was thought for some week* ik he could not recover. His wife was also so badly hurt that her life was despairrc Bcn F., then their only child, was also very badly hurt . Miss Ella, a sister. whi now Mrs. Frank Davis, but who was then single and at home, bad both l*-^ br>.» the kitchen range being literally picked up and thrown on her. The only m<m'- < f the family who were able to walk after the storm were Samuel W. and hi- rncttboth of whom were badly bruise* I.

Joseph C. Weaver and his wife have four very talented children. Ben F,;: oldest child, is almost a musical prodigy. He is an accomplished pianist and all sorts of instruments. He has taken but few lessons, and at the age of four y*vhe played the piano in public concert.

EDWIN REED is a native of Kirksville, Missouri, born November 14. Ki a son of Samuel and (Icorgiana Reed. He was married June 14, 1S94, to Kirir. Ross, daughter of Marcus J. and Mary Ross. They have one child - Ruth R.. bo- November 2S, 1903.

Mr. Reed was reared in Kirksville and belongs to one of the oldest familio the county. He attended the public school ami the St. Louis School of Pharnun graduating in 1S92. He worked for Mr. Font in the drug business till IS94. wix he formed a partnership with S. li. McKeehan, the firm being known as MoKwb: & Reed. He owns stock in the Electric Light Company, Ivie Coal Company, Sir Coal Company, Trust Company, Citizens National Bank, and the I'nion Stat*. Bank, of St. Louis. He belongs to the Elks, K. of P. and Masonic lo<lges.

SAMUEL RUSSELL McKEEHAN was born in Appanoose County. Ion June 15, 1SG0, being a son of James and Jane McKeehan. He was married Ju& 20, 1880. to Laura B. Pickler, daughter of George and Emily Pickler. They bx four children, two of whom are living: Ethel, born August 24, 18SI, now wife r: Eldic Wood; James S.. January 30, 1883, died October 10, 1891; Met tie, bora October lf>, 1880, died November 26, 1889; Edwin Carl, July 3, 1890.

Mr. McKeehan was born and reared on a farm in Iowa, remaining there till 1876, when he moved with his parents to Adair County, Missouri, where he since lived. They settled on a farm near Kirksville, and he remained at home with them till 1S79, when he married and followed the vocation of farming till St then moved to Sublette where he remained five years and was engaged in the mttcan tile business. At the end of that time he came to Kirksville and went inU>ii> drug business with his brother. In 1894 the latter sold his interest to Ed. Rwl- The firm is known as McKeehan & Reed, and they have been in the drug husmfs in Kirksville continuously since that time. They are now located on the west of the square ami have what is conceded to be one of the handsomest stores in North Missouri. Beside* his drug business, Mr. McKeehan is interested in many other business enterprises. He is a stockholder in the Citizens National Bank, »wra 1 large amount of stock in the Kirksville electric light and ice plants, also intheftir and Ivio coal companies.

REUBEN A. SLAUSON was born in the* town of Marion, Perry County, Alabama, November 20, 1S70, being a son of Daniel H. and Julia A. Slauson. He was carried September 27, 1S91, to Mollie S. Jameson, daughter of William H. and Kliza Jameson. They had seven children, five of whom are living: Stanley II., horn uly 10, 1S92, tli<fl August 13. 1S03; James R., September 0, 1N03, died September 1K93: Klith C, August 25, ISO*; D*o G., September 13, IMM); Harry 10., November 2."), 1002; Hershal A., June 10. 1000; George M.. June 27, 1010.

Mr. Slauson moved to Schuyler County, Missouri, with his parents when about, year old. Here he was reared on a farm, living there till grown, lie then learned be carpenter's trade and has followed that occupation and farming mdcc, except \v<» and one-half years he was weighmasler for the Manufacturers Coal and Coke : 'otnpany mines.

He moved to Adair County soon after his marriage and has lived here since that nine. At present he owns a farm of eighty acres, one and one-half inihs east of Trinity Store. Mr. Slauson is a Republican in polities, and served as ct.olahlc of lay township two years.

JANE E. PATTERSON, a native of Ohio, was born April IS, IS'.O. being a dawgditer of Joseph and Phoebe Keller. She was married December ">. iStiO, to Sylvester Hill, son of Isaac and Mary Ann Hill. They had five children: Martha Ktta. horn January 30, 1 S7 1 . died when two years old; Flora Alice. June Hi. 1S71; br. January ~>. 1S70; lOva M.. July 1!). 1S7S; Cordon. November 2-1. INSO.

Mr. and Mrs. Hill lived in Kirksville for about twelve years, where Mr. Hill died in February. 1SS3. He taught singing schools all over the county, and was highly respected wherever known. Mrs. Hill and family still n sided in Kirksville until the fall of 1SS4. Mrs. Hill was again married and became the wife of John Patterson, who died February 2.*>, 1000. They had no children. Mrs. Patterson now lives seven miles east of Kirksville, on land adjoining the old Patterson home-, i.st i ad

JACOB W. SCOTT was born in Adair County. Polk Township, October 1S" l^tVO. He is a son of Andrew and Mary Scott. He was united in marriage Sep} trmber 3. 1HS2, to Kllen Bond, daughter of Hugh and Sarah (Hardin) Bond. Thew had seven children: Martin \V.. born Augu>t 4. 1SS:{; Jessie, August 12, lSSf», no Mrs. Frank Gillispie; Harry J., July 2:>, 1SSS; Nina 10., December 13. 1S02; I0dn!i I... December 0, 1X04; Jas|>er, December 23. ISOti; hula 10., July 4. 1S00

Mr. Scott was reared on a farm in this county, twelve miles northeast of Kirksville. He now owns a farm, three miles southwest of Crccntop, in this county. It consists of eighty acres. He also owns forty acres in Nineveh Township. He has fanned all his life, except sixteen months which he s|»cnt in serving as janit- r at the court house, being apjM»inted in October. 1000.

DAVID SEES, a native of Ohio, was born May IS, isf>.">, being a son of Thomas and Margaret Sees. He was married December 17. lss,"». to lOstetla Parsoi.s. daughter of Kphraim and Marietta Parsons. They have one child Harry. b< in June 21, ISSN. Mrs. Sees was born in Illinois. February 10. lstiti.

Mr. Sees came to Adair County. Missouri, with his parents in ls«(S He owns a farm of 114 acres, four miles west of Brashear, but devotes his time to carpentering and contracting, making his home at Brashear. He has built the greater part of the best buildings at Hrashear. He also takes large contracts in other towns, being considered an expert in his line.

DR. A. W. PARRISH was born in Scotland County, Missouri, March 2, 18,51, being a son of Dr. A. and M. A. Parrish. He was married March 7, 1877, to Kmma L. Bartlett. They had three children, two of whom are living. Those living are K. C. Parrish, of Omaha, Nebraska, and Dr. Bert B. Parrish, of Kirksville.

Dr. Parrish was born ami reared on a farm in Scotland County, remaining there with his parents till grown. He attended the public schools of his neighborhood and took a course at the Memphis High .School. He then entered the Keokuk Medical College at Keokuk, Iowa, graduating from that institution in 1S7.K He entered the practice of his profession at Queen City, remaining there till IS'!.'). He then came to Kirksville, where he has since lived and been engaged in the general practice of medicine and surgery.

Dr. Parrish is a Democrat in politics, a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge, also belongs to Xo. 300. A. F. and A. M., and to the Chapter, all of Kirksville.

SEVRENIOUS R. BURCHETT, deceased, was born in Adair County, Missouri, October 21. 1*5S. He was married October 25. ISS5. to Mary K. Kimberly. I daughter of Ira and Margaret (Wilson) Kimberly. Mrs. Burchett was born in Deft fianee County, Ohio, August 10, 1S04, coming to Adair County. Missouri, in IKON, i They had six children: Fmmctt, born August 27, 1NN0; Otto, August 2, 1NKN; Nettie, November 23. 1SSU, now the wife of Gail Custer; Lena, October 11, 1S01, now the wife of Clarence Darr; Warner. May 2S. 1S97; Ruby, September 10, 1900.

Mr. Burchett was born and reared on the farm on which his widow now resides. He lived with his parents, George and Klizal>cth Burchett, till grown, then marrie<l, and for four years farmed for himself. He then moved to the old home and hcl|>cd to care for his parents till their death, purchasing the old home place. Here he lived and farmed till his death, September 4, 1907. The farm consists of 160 ;icres, five miles northwest of Pure Air. Mrs. Burchett has conducted the farm since his death. His father was a native of Ohio, and came to Adair County, Missouri, in the late forties, living there till his death in 1S9N. Mr. Burchett was a Democrat.

LEONARD NEWCOMB was born in Ivee County, Iowa, April 19, 1S4S, being a son of David and Anna B. Ncwcomb. He was married January 10, 1S71. to .Jane Heryford, (laughter of James and Kliza H cry ford. Mrs. Neweomb was born in Scotland County, Missouri. September 4. 1N4N. They had four children, three of whom are living: Fannie, born July 4, 1S72, now the wife of O. M. Sparks; Harry W., April 11. 1SS0; Maude, March 31, 1SS4, now wife of Harry A. Kunz; Nellie. June 20, 1SS9, died January 4. 1003.

Mr. Ncwcomb came to Adair County. Missouri, with his parents in is.",t», settling on a farm which Mr. Neweomb now owns. His father lived there till his death in 1S02. his mother dying in issu.

After his marriage Mr. Neweomb began fanning for himself on :i part of the old home place, and after the death of his parents came into possession of a part of the home farm. It consists of 320 acres, two miles north of Sperry. He also owns twenty acres just acres- the line in Schuyler County. He does general farming and stock raising.

GREEN B. CUNNINGHAM, a native of Adair County, was born January 9, 1847, being a son of James and Sarah Cunningham. He was married January 5, 1868, to Julia A. Eite), a daughter of Gottlieb and Magdalena Kite!. They had four children: Claudy B., born October 16, 1870, died September 16, 1879; John, January' 7, 1876; Magdalena, September 11, 1880, now the wife of John Fair; Charles J., May 31, 1884.

Mr. Cunningham was born near Millard, where he lived till 1850. His father then went to California and died there. He went with his mother to Randolph County, Missouri, remaining about a year, during which time his mother died. Mr. Cunningham then returned to Adair County and made his heme with Abal Stukcy until grown. After his marriage he began farming for himself and has followed that occupation all his life. He had no school advantages. His wife taught him to read and write. Mr. Cunningham had a farm of 800 acres which he turned over to his children, retaining a life right in it. He now lives at the old home place, near Lcetfler, where he has a very pretty home.

At the breaking out of the war Mr. Cunningham joined Company M, 2nd Missouri Cavalry, serving until 1864. then re-enlisted in Company H, 42nd Missouri Infantry, and served till the close of the war. He saw much hard service. Mr. Cunningham is the third oldest man born in Adair County. James Kennedy is the second oldest. There are said to be only two native soldiers of this ecunty living. Mr. Cunningham is one and Mr. Kennedy the other.

JUDGE J ICOB SANDS was born at Darlington, Montgomery County, Indiana, February 20, 1838, being a son of Benjamin W. and Margery (Barker) Sands.

Judge Sands was born and reared on a farm in Indiana, remaining at home there with his parents till the breaking out of the war. At the beginning of that conflict he assisted in organizing Company C, 36th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, and was made Finst .Sergeant. Later he was promoted to Lieutenant for meritorious conduct at the battle of Pea Ridge. After serving almost four years he re-enlisted in the same company. He took part in many important engagements, including the battle of Pea Ridge already mentioned, and the siege of Corinth. In the fall of 1862 he was sent to Cincinnati and from then- to l^ouisville, being put in Sheridan's division. While with this army he fought in the battle of lVrrysville. Chiekamauga, Mission Ridge and Stone River, in the latter battle 230 soldiers of his regiment were killed, wounded or captured. Judge Sands was in Illinois at the time of the Lincoln-Douglas campaign and heard several of the famous debates between these two men.

At the close of the war Judge Sands came to Adair County. Missouri, and bought a farm in what is known as the Illinois Bend neighborhood, lb' lived there and farmed till 1868, when he was elected County Judge. He then sold his farm and moved to Kirksville where he has since resided. He served four years on the bench :md then for six years acted as railway mail clerk on the Wabash. He was then elected Probate Judge of this county, serving for six years. Later he also filled the office of County Collector for two years. Since then he has retired fmm active business. He is an ardent Republican and has been honored in many ways by his patty. He is a member of Corporal Dix Post. \o. 22, d. A. R., Kirksville. being Past Commander of this organization. He is also n prominent member of the I. O. < ). F. order. Judge Sands is a Republican in politics and a devoted member of the Methodist church.

Residence and Ham of Cireen B. Cunningham, near Ixrffler. Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham in foreground, and cannon-hulls shot at thr battle of Kirksvilleon chair. Center picture, Mr. Cunningham an«l .lames Kennedy in Ashing boat at Yarrow

B. B. CAMPBELL was born in McDonough County, Illinois, December 21, I860, and is a son of John S. and Nancy V. (Bridges) Campbell. He was married March 14, 18N,*1, to Tilla Reed, daughter of John T. and Sarah (Jones) Reed. Mrs. Campbell was born in Warren County, Illinois, January 17, 1S03, and died November 26. 1910. They had five children, three of whom are living: Ralph R., horn January f>, IHS7; Ward C , August 4. 1X90; Arthur D., March 30, 1X92, died June 12, 1X92; Claude R., October 2, 1895; Krtnan B., March 30, 1S97, .lied July lo. 1 *<»?).

Mr. Campbell was born and reared on a farm in Illinois, remaining at home with bis parents till grown. He attended the public schools and took a course at Flliot Business College, at Burlington, Iowa. Soon after quitting school he married and moved to Stronghurst, Illinois, where he went into the mercantile business, and was also engaged in banking. He helped to organize the First National Bank at that place, was the principal stockholder, and chairman of the finance committee. In 1!M)2 he sold out his interests at Stronghurst and moved with his family to Adair County, Missouri, where he has since lived. Since coining here he has given his entire attention to banking. At present he and his sons, Ralph R. and Wan! C, own ami conduct a bank at Gibbs, Missouri, and one at Bucklin, Missouri. Mr. Campbell is president of both banks; Ralph R. is cashier of the institution at Gibbs, ami Ward C. the one at Bucklin. Both institutions are in splendid condition and ahly and carefully managed. Mr. Campbell is also interested in other business enterprises, owns a large tract of land near Stronghurst, Illinois, and also a large body of land in Arkansas.

Mr. Campbell is a Republican in politics and a devoted member of the Christian church. He has been a member of the official board of the church at Kirksville for a number of years.

WARD C. CAMPBELL was born at Stronghurst, Illinois, August 4, 1X90, being a son of E. B. and Tilla Campbell. He was married August 10. 1911. to Edna Millay, daughter of Robert and Laura Millay.

Mr. Campbell moved with his parents to Adair County, Missouri, in 1902. He attended the public schools, took a two years' course at the State Normal and a business c;»ursc at the Kirksville Business College. After his completion of that course he entered his fathers bank at Gibbs, Missouri, as l>ookkceper. In the spring of 1911 he and his father bought a bank at Bucklin. Missouri, he being made cashier of that institution. Since then he has married and makes his home at that place.

THE ELKS LODGE building was erected in 1910, the cornerstone being laid June 29, 1910, with elaborate ceremonies, with visitors from all parts of the state. It was completed the latter part of the year and formally opened January 3, 1911. The building is conceded to be one of the handsomest of the kind in the state, and is splendidly furnished, the building and furnishing costing about X32.0OO. It is located on the corner of J< ITerson and Klson Streets.

DR. E. S. OUINN was born in New York November 17, 18)9. Hut |>arents were Matthew and Mary Quinn. He eame to Adair County, Missouri, with his pannts when a small boy and has lived here sinee. He was married June 9, 1891, to Mary Hayes, daughter of Michael and Anna Hayes. They have three children: Carmelita. born January 2, 1893; Hayes. January 11, 1897; Marian, March 14, 190S.

Dr. Quinn was educated in the public schools of Adair County and took a course in the State Normal School. He also attended the Oakland College, at Novelty, Missouri. He took a course in medicine at Louisville, Kentucky; graduating from tli** medical department of the Marion Sims Medical College, at St. l/ouis, Missouri, in 1S96. Soon after graduating he entered the practice at Kirksville, and has been here continuously since. At present he is president of the Adair County Medical Association, ami belongs to both State and National Associations.

He taught in the public schools six years; served sis deputy clerk and recorder four years, from 1890 to 1894. He is a Democrat ami a member of the Elk and Woodman lodges. He is a member of the Catholic church.

Judge Newton moved with his parents to Macon County, Missouri, February 22, 1870, and was reared on a farm in that county. After he was grown and married he continued the occupation of farming and resided in that county till 1894. He then moved with his family to this county, where he has since lived and farmed. He owns a splendid farm of 387 acres near Gibbs, and does general fanning and stock raising.

He wa> elected County Judge of the Second District in 1898, serving four years. In 1902 he was elected Presiding Judge of the County Court and served for a like period. Judge Newton is a Republican in politics and a member of the Universalis! church, but does not affiliate' with any lodges.

CHARLES L. HALL was born in Macon County, Missouri, February 25, 1877, being a son of Henry H. and Augusta (Hastings) Hall. He was married March 2, 1S9G, to Cora M. Sinclair, daughter of George E. and Dora Sinclair. They have six children: Ernest, born ()ctol>cr 10, lN9fi; Mary, March 22, 1S9S; Marie, September 21, 1899; Charles W., March 0, 1901; Sidney. January 5, 1903; Mamie, March 17. 1905; Bernice. February 14. 1907.

Mr. Hall was born and reared on a farm in Macon County, attending the public schools of his neighborhood. When about grown he moved with his parents to Milan, Missouri, completing his education at the Milan High School. He lived and farmed in Sullivan County till 1890. when he moved to Adair County, where he has since lived. At present he owns a farm of 320 acres, twelve miles southeast of Kirksville, which is regarded as one of the fine fanny of the county ami is well improved. He is a breeder of fine horses and cattle and does general farming.

Mr. Hall is a Republican in politics, a member of La Plata lodge, No. 237, A. F. and A. M.. and he and his family are members of the Methodist Episcopal church.

HENRY SHERMAN was born and reared on a farm in Illinois, living there with his parents till twent y-one years old. Ho then wont to Nebraska, taking a homestead in Seward County. He remained there three years, then moved to Sumner Count). Kansas, buying a farm whieh he conducted eight years. He then eame to Scotland County. Missouri, bought a farm, and lived there till 1905. At that time he came to Adair County, bought his present farm of 11") aeres, situated four and three-fourth milts northeast of Kirksville, where he has sinee lived.

Mr. Sherman was born April I I, 1S54, in La Salle County, Illinois, being a so». of Henry ami Susan (Sweet ) Sherman. He was married December 4. 1S77. to Ellen Spieee, born I)eeeml>er 14. 1X">7. in New York City. They have three children living, two dead: Ada, born October .">. 1K79. now the wife of John Clayton; William T., December 22, lv<ti; Mabol, June 9, ISX9; Henn died in infancy; Gertrude. di»i when about three years old.

He is a member of the M. W. A. and I. ().(). F. lodges. Mrs. Sherman is a rm'inber of the Christian church. Mr. Sherman is a Democrat in politics.

T. D. BELL was born in Belmont County, Ohio, June 2. lX.'Ui, being a son of William B. and Rebecca Bell. He was married December S, 1K*>K. to Martha Curtis. They had three children: Anna Laura, deceased wife of Hon. J. W. Johnson: Clyde C; Elizabeth Jane. His second wife was Miss N. M. Reynolds, whom h< married November 20, 1 SO 1 They had two children: Fannie, l>orn February S. 1S97; Rebecca. September 1, 1902.

In August, 1S02, he enlisted in Company E.. OSth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, entered the army of the southwest department of the Cumberland, o|x»rating in Tennessee, Kentucky. Alabama, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland. He was in the I at ties of Perry ville. Chiekamauga. Mission Ridge, Lookout Mountain, Dalton, Re.me. Dallas, Peaehtree Creek. Jonesboro. and many minor engagements. He served two years as sergeant. After the downfall of the Confederacy, he was mustered out at Washington, D. C, in June, 1X|>5, and came to Adair County, Missouri, the following year, locating in Clay township, twelve miles northiast of Kirksville. He owns a nice farm there ami raises fine stork. He is also mechanic.

Mr. Bell was a Democrat until recently, but is now an uncompromising Republican, belonging to the Insurgent*. He is an active worker in the Missionary Bapti>t church, of which he has been a member since 1X.">9. He belongs to the (I. A. R and 1. O. O. F. lodge.

LEMUEL C. BOZARTH. son of Beverley A. and Francis (Jackson) Mozart h, was born in Adair County, on the farm he now owns, February 7, IS.">7. He was united in marriage April 2"j. 1SX0, to Mary E. Shott. daughter of Jonas and Ollic (MePhetridge) Shott. Mrs. Bozarth was born in Adair County, April 2.'i. 1S02 They had twelve children: Pearl M., born February 17. I SSI, now* Mrs. Jos<>ph Page; Ira P.. July 11. 1SS2. died August 12, 1SS:{; Minnie A., May MO, 1SS4; Ollie F., May 17. ISS7, now Mrs. Albert Thomas; Ida E , October IS, 1SK9, now Mrs. O. L. Miller; Edna O., October 13, 1S91; Arthur J., June 13, 1S94; Mary Adaline, August 20, lN9t>; Lemuel A., January S, UMU; one child, a twin of I^'inuel. died in infancy; l^eonard C, September 17, 1902; Jess*' P.. August 14. 1904.

Mr. Bozarth was reared on the farm he now owns, which is six miles south of Novinger. He lived at home with his parents until grown and married. He has

Beverley A. Bozarth, father of I-omuel, was l>orn in Howard County, Missouri, January 1.), 1822. He came to this county in 1829, being among the first white set tiers to come to this region. He lived here till his death, November 2.r>, 1903 Ills wife wx» Francis Jackson, and they had eleven children, nine of whom are living. Five are now residing in this county: Alexander; L. C; Atninda, now Mrs. Bion Ziegler; Ida, now Mrs. Charles Monarch; Julia, now Mrs. James Pinktrton.

JAMES H. NOVINGER came to Adair County with his parents in 1S.11, seti tling where the town of Novinger now stands. He lived at home till grown, then I at the breaking out of the war he enlisted in Company A., K. C. serving only a few I months, then joined the State Militia, serving till August, 1X62. He then joined Company D, 27th Missouri Infantry, remaining in its service till the close of the war. He was first sergeant of his company. At the close of the war he returned home, married, and began farming. This occupation he followed till 1893, when he moved to Green Cily, where he now lives. He was also interested in the mercantile business at Novinger for several years. He still owns a farm of 240 acres, just west of Novinger. Since moving to Green City he has been in the banking business, being president of the bank.

Mr. Novinger was born in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, April 20, 1840, being a son of John C. and Sarah (Shott ) Novinger. He wiw married January 21, 1K66, to Elizabeth Shoop, daughter of Jacob and Mary (Snyder) Shoop. Mrs. Novinger is a native of Adair County, born near Novinger, Missouri, October 18, 1843. They have two children: Joseph K., born November 17, 1X06; Sarah E., March 3, 1X72. now the wife of Daniel C. Myers, of Green City, Missouri.

J. H. Novinger is a Republican. He was Judge of the County Court of Adair County from 1XX5 to 1XS7. township assessor three terms, and Justice of the Peace of Creen City several terms. He belongs to the Presbyterian church ami the G. A. K.

ABRAHAM OWEN SANBORN was born at La Crosse, Wisconsin, September 14, 18o7, being a son of Isaac Mason and Alice (MeCullough) Sanborn. He was married May 20, 1888, to Permelin Eggleston, daughter of Andrew and Harriet Eggleston. They had two children: Clyde Hay and Asa Owen. Mrs. Sanborn Hied March 22, 190.V He was afterwards married to Geneva Eggleston, a sister of his first wife. They have no children.

Mr. Sanborn moved with his parents to this county in 1X5'.), settling two miles north of Kirksville, where he lived five years, and in the fall of 1X04 moved to the farm where he now lives, and where he has lived continuously since. It consists of 220 acres, four miles east of Kirksville, and is well improved. He does general farming and stock raising. Mr. Sanborn is a Republican in politics and he and his family are memliers of the Christian church.

Isaac M. Sanborn was born in Vermont. January 1, 1706. He moved from there to Wisconsin and from there to Minnesota. In 1S,*><) he came to Adair County and was taken ill while on the trip, dying three weeks after his arrival hen-. His wife was born in 1X22 in An lee, Ireland. She came to America when a young girl and lived in New York eight years. She then moved to Wisconsin when- she was married November 10, 1X">3, to Mr. Sanborn. After his death she married Ansalum Moody, with whom she lived until his death in 1XX0. She then made her bona' with her son until her death, June 4, 1900.

PHILIP CARNAGEY moved to Adair County, Missouri, with liis parents in 1865, and settled near where he now lives. When grown he left home, married and began fanning for himself. He has followed the oeeupution of farming all his life. At present he owns a farm of 292 acres, one ami one-half miles southwest of Pure Air, and makes a specialty of breeding Aberdeen-Angus and Short-Horn cattle, Poland-China hogs and Perch eron horses. He is a member of the Pure Air Breviers' Association.

Mr. Curnagey was born in Ashland County, Ohio, October 19, 1859, being a son of George A. and Mary (First ) Carnagey. He was married March 25, 18K8, to Emma I.. Eitel, daughter of Christopher ami Catherine (Etzel) Eitel. Mrs. Carnagey was born in Adair County. Octol>er 24, 1809. They had seven children: Eva V., born February 10. 1889, died September 10, 1890; Laura H., December 27, 1890, now the wife of R. J. Harnett; Olive I)., August 31, 1893; Alt a M., April 11, 1896; Mattie M., August 25, 1898; Opal L, October 2S, 1902; Andrew A., March 15, 1906. All the children were born on the place where they now live.

Mr. Carnagey is of Scotch descent, and a distant relative of Andrew Carnegie, the Iron King, the way he spells his name being the old Scotch form. Mrs. Carna- Key's mother, Mrs. Catherine Eitel, is still living, and makes her home with her children. She was born February 16. 1834, in Germany, coming to America in 1853. She came to Adair County, Missouri, in 1S55. Her maiden name was Etzel, and she married the same year she came to this county to Christopher Eitel.

ROBERT J. BARNETT was bon. on a farm in Grundy County, Missouri, April 15, 1886. He moved with his parents, Perry H. and Mariah J. (Shaney) Barnett, to Laredo, Missouri, when two years old. His father was engaged in business there for six years; then moved to Kirksville, Missouri, where he lived eight years. He then bought a farm near Xind, Missouri. Here Robert lived with his parents until his marriage, then moved on a farm two miles west of Kind, Missouri, lived there one year, then moved on his father-in-law's farm near Pure Air. He still rents 100 acres of that farm and lives there.

Mr. Barnett was married December 31, 1908, to Laura B. Carnagey, daughter of Philip and Emma L. (Eitel) Carnagey. They have no children. In politics he is a Republican.

JESSE O. YOWELL came to Adair County when two years old. His parents settled near Pure Air, where his father now lives. Mr. Yowel! engaged in farming until 1907, then went into the mercantile business at Pure Air, where he still owns and conducts a stoic. He handles general merchandise. Besides his store lie owns a farm of 128 acres, two miles southwest of Pure Air, and thirty acres where the town of Pure Air is located. He is a stockholder in the Burk Bros. Packing Company at Kirksville. On the farm he raises Poland-China hogs and Percheron horses.

J. O. Yowell was born in Schuyler County. Missouri, February 28, 1S79, being a son of Henry and Elizabeth Yowell. He was married March 2. 1903, to Eva Vice, daughter of Samuel C. and Mary Vice. Mrs. Yowell was born in Adair County December 13, 1878. They have three children: Mary 10. , born December 21, 1903; Odessa M., May 2. 1900; Dental A., August 7. 1908.

B. F. REESMAN was Ixirn on a farm eight mile* southeast of Kirksville. living there till grown. He attended the public school and took a course at the State Normal School at Kirksville. After teaching several years he studied at the American School of Osteopathy, graduating in 1900. He then went to Idaho, practiced till 1<M>5, then returned to Adair County and resumed the occupation of farming. At present he owns a farm of 140 acres, well improved, situated five miles east of Kirksville. Here he has lived since giving up his practice. He does general farming ard >t<»ck raising.

Mr. Uecsman was born October 29, 1874, being a son of B. C. and Florence ( Benedict ) Kcesman. He wjis married October 2. 1900. to Bertha Barrows, daughter of Otis T. and Catherine (Carringt on) Barrows. They have three children: Homer, born April 23, 1906; Howard, October 19, 1907; Harold, October 11, 1910.

BEDFORD KEITH DICKERSON is a native of Adair County, Missouri, and was born near the present town of Millard, June 5, 1872, being a son of Patrick

H. T. and Cutherino I. Dickerson. He was marrie<l February 13, 1S9S, to Anna Salisbury, a daughter of John and Mary Salisbury. They had four children, only one of whom is living: William H., born August 20, 1K99, died the same day; Mary

Mr. Dickerson w;is born and reared on the farm he now owns and has lived there all his life. It consists of 160 acres and is situated about four miles southeast of Millard. It is a splendid farm and is one of the historic places of the county. Mr. Dickerson is a member of the I. O. O. F., A. F. & A. M., M. B. A. and M. W. A. fraternities, and he ami his wife are members of the Christian church.

PATRICK H. T. DICKERSON, deceased, was born November 20, IS32. in Barren County, Kentucky. His parents died when he was small, and in 1S49 he and his brother, Harden Dickerson, came to Missouri, making the trip on foot. They arrival at Dover school house, in Adair County, Missouri, October 25, 1849, where their brother, Edward, was teaching school at that time. Mr. Dickerson entered land in Macon County, remaining their till the spring of 1861. He then mo vet I to Adair County and purchased the farm that his son B. K. Dickerson now owns, living there till 1898. He then moved to La Plata, where he diet! April 26, 1899.

He was married to Catherine I. Saltmarsh, December 22, 1852. They had ten children, five of whom of are living: Mrs. Dickerson was born in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. November 19, I8^i7, and came to Missouri in 1S51, settling in Macon County. She died at La Plata September 3, 1902.

GEORGE W. WALTERS, a native of Adair County, Missouri, was born October 25, 1883. I/ewis and Hachel Walters were his parents. Mr. Walters still lives on the old home place near Stahl, and assists his father in farming. They have 500 acres of land. He is a breeder of Percheron horses and owner of two fine stallions. He also handles Short-Horn cattle and Poland-China hogs.

Mr. Walters was married December 25, 1905. to Bessie M. Novinger, daughter of Jacob B. and Margaret Novinger. Mrs. Walters was born August 24, 1XN0, in Adair County near Stahl, Missouri. They have three children: Ralph W., ls»rn September 27, 1906; Delta M., December 16. 1907; G«K»rgo Francis. October 25, 1910.

HARRY BALCH, a merchant of Youngstown, was born at Farmineton. Illinois, January 13, 1K70, being a twin of Harvey and Amanda (Lance) Balch. He married August 22, 1897. to Effie A. Young, daughter of George and Elizabeth (Sharr, Young. They have one child - Hazel P., born July 31, 1908.

Mr. Balch moved with his parents to Iowa when very small. After living t h<-n. five years they went to Nebraska where he grew to manhood, helping on the fare and attending the public school. He also at tended, a high school at Friend. Vbraska. When grown he farmed several years for himself, then in 1S94 eatnr Andrew County. Missouri, coming to Adair County one year later. In IS97. ;»t iltime of his marriage, he went back to Nebraska, where he remained an<l farm-: four yeans. Returning to Adair County, Missouri, in 1901. he fanned for Mirer vrar-. then on the starting of Youngstown, in 1004. built the first house in that town. WrXin the next year he started a store at that place, going into the mercantile hie-in-- He has been in business there since, being the main man in that thriving little < in The census gives a population of forty two, with two stores, blacksmith shop arM church. It is surrounded by a splendid fanning community, and was part of a farm belonging to Mrs. Batch's father. Mr. Balch was jKist master at Youngstown in: nearly three years.

PETER L. MILLER was born July 1, 1S70, in Adair County. Missouri, near Brashear. He is a son of John and Elizabeth (Biggs') Miller, both of whom are . On October 14, 1S91, he was united in marriage to Anna Wilson, daughter of Andrew J. and Susan (Harrell) Wilson. They have seven children: Dee, lx>rn January 4. 1893; Inn B., September 23, 1S94; Clyde L., November 29, IK95; Alta M , Sep. tember 7, 1897; Charles, December lo, 1902; Marie, February 18, 1907: Alma. July 10, 1910.

Mr. Miller remained on the farm near Brashear till grown. His father owned the land where Brashear now is, part of it l>elonging to Mr. Miller for a time a/t*r his father's death in 1884. After his father's death he began farming for himself, living near Brashear till 1903. He then bought his present farm and has lived then1 since. It consists of 120 acres, five miles southeast of Gibbs, well improved. Hi has a pretty home. He is a breeder of Poland-China hogs, fine horses and cattle

ISAAC NEWTON CAPPS, son of Henry and Charlotte (Thorpe) Capps. is a native of Adair County, lwirn March 27, 1800. He was married November "Jit, 1SN9, to Ida Uber, daughter of John and Chloe (Voorhies) I'ber. She was Iwrn in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, April 13, 1862, and came to Adair County, Missouri, in 1805. They have four children: Oletha L., born January 22, 1892; Ennine P, December 3, 1S93; Winona M., November 22, 1S95; Everett N., January 8, 1S««»

Mr. Capps was reared on the farm he now owns, on land entered by his father, who came to this county in 1844. His father was one of the best known farmers of the county, and died at the old home place January 28. 1901. Mr. Capps attended the public school, and took a course at the State Normal School. When prmv/i ho married and continued the occupation of farming. At present he owns a farm of 208 acres, two and one-half miles west of Novinger. He is a breeder of Jersey cattle and Duroc- Jersey hogs.

WILLIAM DANIELSON, son of Andrew and Hettie M. (Johnson) DarneU.n was l>orn in Lee County, Iowa, Xoveml>er 15, 1K55. He wjw married Xovemljer I 1S1M). to Amanda Abernathy, daughter of Hugh and Jane (Lay) Abernathy Ttwv I had one child. It died in infancy.

Mr. Danielson came to Adair County in 1S57 with his parents, settling on tt*» farm where his mother now lives, which adjoins his farm on the south. He liveiJ ahome till his marriage, then began working for himself. He has been engaged it-, farming and horschrccding all his life. Aside from that ho is a veterinary and d-»- considerable work in that line. At present he owns a farm of 200 acres, seven mil. southwest of Novinger. He is a beeder of Short-Horn cattle. Pereheron and g«y»l road horses, pure-bred jacks and jennets, Poland-China hogs, and thorough!*": barred Plymouth Hock chickens which rank third in the state.

Andrew Danielson, father of William Danielson, died July 5, 1900. His nu th : is still living. They had ten children, six of whom are living in this county Mr Danielson is a member of the I. < >. (). F. fraternity. His youngest sister. Tihla. nsides at Oakley, Kansas. The oldest, Malinda. resides near (Jueen City, MUsonri. and Sarah C. resides near Humansville, Polk County. Missouri.

Mr. kiddoo moved to Adair County, Missouri, in March. 11)04. and has liv«i hen- continuously since. He owns 320 acres of land situated in Pettis and Wilson townships.

JOHN W. DAVIDSON was born in Cass County. Illinois, November 11, W\ being a son of John and Jane Davidson. He was married April I, 1SS3. to Susan C. Crawford, daughter of John and Mary Crawford. They have four children: Dale. l>orn July ti, lSSf>; Yirgie. November 21, 1HX9, now wife of Charles Sf>cnorr, James. November 7. 1S01; Blanche, November 20. 1S05.

Mr. Davidson's parents died when he was quite small and he lived in Illinois with his relatives till about grown. He then came to Adair County. Missouri, coming here in 1S00, where he has since lived, with the exception of one year spent in Iowa. He has always been engaged in farming and at present owns a splendid farm of 21)0 acres, three miles southwest of Gibbs. He does general farming and stock raising lie is an uj>-to-date, scientific farmer, and has a beautiful home.

Mr. Davidson is a Democrat in |x>litios. a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge, and he and his family belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church. South.

ELIJAH W. DOOLEY, son of John and Nancy A. Dooley. was Iwrn September 13, IS71. in Carlisle, Iowa. He w.is born and reared on a farm, where he remained till 11103. when he came to Missouri, settling in Schuyler County. In 1906 he came to Missouri and has live*! here continuously since that time. He is engaged in the well-boring business.

Mr. Dooley was married to Talitha Miller September 12, 1004. They have two children: John D., born May 1, 1005; ami Charles C, July 10, 1007.

F. L. LINK, .son of U'wis and Hannah M. (Crane) Link, was bom in Cam ton. Illinois, August 17, 1KT»4. In 1S05 he fame with his parents to Kirksville, Missouri. Noveniher 20, 187K, he was inarrieo! to Mary L. Downing, daughter «"»f J<h H. and Kebeeca Ann (White) Downing, at Olney, Lincoln County. Missouri. 1 "/ - have five children: Charles F., Luella D., .Samuel Kdgar. Anna V., and Albert grandson. Ralph Link, also has a home with them.

Mr. Link has never aspired to a political office, hut has lieen a member <>f 'f Board of Dim tors of Kirksville School District ahnot continuously since i.Mtl a: : has served as President, Secretary, and Treasurer of the hoard. At present fie lithe ixtsition of Secretary.

He learned the printer's trade in the Kirksville Journal office, beginning at age of thirteen, and has filled every position from "devil" to manager. He was ; - owner of the Journal with B. F. Heiny and S. S. McLaughlin. Later he and W \ Link bought the plant. When the Journal Printing Company was ineorixtrated I was ma<le Secretary and Manager, which position he still holds. Much en-dn - due to Mr. Link and tin- hoard of directors which has unhesitatingly baoked i> for the building up of one of the best printing plants in Nrrth Missouri.

THE JOURNAL PRINTING COMPANY was incorporated in April. IvC This company purchased the Kirksville Journal plant for £-l.">00.00. H. F. Hei:;;. F. L. Link. A. N. Seaber, W. F. Link and T. J. Dockery were the first board of i rectors. B. F. Heiny was elected president, and F. L. Link secretary and man:u.'< - These gentlemen still retain the offices to which they were originally elected. rw-i:_ unanimously chosen each year. The present board of directors are B. F. He;!-. F. L. Link. C. K. Still, J. A. Cooley. and (Jeo. M. Laughlin. The capital stock u :- increased to .510,000.00 in 100.'$, and again increased to $20,000.00 in 1910 T1 plant is one of the best equipped in North Missouri. Sixteen to eighteen pe-tv are employed, and a great deal of book printing, etc., is done for customers at honand in other states. While the capital stock has been quadrupled, they have nev. r made an assessment, and have never missed a dividend. Besides other equipment, the plant has Miehle and Cottrell book presses ami a Lanston Monotype t-y|v - senif ^ and tasting machine. All machines are run by Sprague individual electric motor-

CHARLES FRANCIS LINK wjis born in Kirksville, Missouri, July 7. lw. and is a son of F. L. and Mary L. (Downing; Link. He attended the public seh«* [- until about fourteen years of age, when he began learning the printer's trade und-r his father. With the exception of two years, s|>ent in the State Normal Sehooi. he has worked at that trade continuously, and is now foreman of the press-room «>:' the Journal Printing Company, having charge of the electrical, printing and typesetting machinery. Mr. Link is a Republican in politics, an elder in the Presbyterian church and a Past Chaneellrr in the K. of P. lodge. He owns a nice borne just south of the city limits, and slock in the Journal Printing Company.

Mr. Link was married June 1, 1001. to Lela Belle Tummond, a daughter of Harry and Margaret iLiehty) Tummond. They have three children: RoImtt Lewis, born August 0, lOOti; Anna Margaret. January 22, 1010; and Charles Francis, Jr., March 2. 1011.

DR. O. W. AVERY (deceased), was born in Union County, Ohio. February "22, 1KJ9, being a son of Aaron F. anil Elizabeth (Haskins) Avery. Ho was marrie<i May 2, ISoJt, to Sarah C. Willoy, (laughter o£ Samuel and Elouisa (Pool) Willey. She was born in Delaware County, Ohio, February IS, 1841. They had no children.

Dr. Avery was born in Ohio, attended the public school, road medicine ami uraduatcd from the Eclectic Medical College at Cincinnati, receiving his diploma in ISoO. He practiced his profession in Ohio about two years, then moved to Keokuk County, Iowa. At the beginning of the war he entered the army there, joining Company I, 40th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. At the close of the war he came to Missouri and located at Cjueon City, when* he practiced till 1SS7. He then came to Kirksville, when' ho practiced his profession till his death, September 2."), 1000. He owned a farm of 120 acres in South Missouri, which still belongs to Mrs. Avery. Mrs. Avery also owns a nice home in Kirksville.

EDWIN S. RINEHART was born in Knox County, Missouri, September 3, 1S04, being a son of Enoch and Martha C. Hinohart. He was married .January 27, 1004. to Mary I,. Rice, daughter of Columbus T. and Catherine Rice. They have no children. Mrs. Rinchart is a native of Adair County, and is a member of one of the old pioneer families.

Mr. Hinohart was born and reared on a farm in Knox County. He remained there on the farm till about grown, attended the public schools and Oak Lawn College, at Novelty, Missouri. He also took a two years' course at the Kansas State Agricultural College, at Manhattan. Soon after quitting school he went, into the electrical construction business, and helped to build the telegraph lira- along the Santa Fc railway from Kansas City to Chicago. In 1KK0 ho came to Kirksville, and soon after opened up an electrical supply house. In 1001 he added phonographs to his supplies. Then, in 1007, ho quit the electrical business and went into the piano business, in which he is still engaged. Ho owns a complete line of all sorts of musical instruments, as well as sheet music, and has excellent trade.

Mr. Rinchart is a Republican in |>olitics, and belongs to Kirksville Ijodgc, No. l()."i, A. F. and A. M.. belonging to the Chapter, and is also a member of the K. of 1\ and Elks lodges. Mrs. Hinohart is a member of the Methodist church.

FRANK T. PARISH came to Adair County with his parents when a small boy. He was bom in Macon County, Missouri, June 14, lMi7, a son of John R. and Samantlia Parish. He was married February 22, ISOo, to Jennie Miller, daughter of John and Elizal>eth Miller. They have no children. Mr. Parish had three children by a former marriage: I>ena, who died June H, 1S04; William E., born May IS, 1S00; James F., January 0. 1S02; Maude M., October 12, l«S«Ki.

He followed farming till 1001, then came to Kirksville. He was appointed deputy sheriff under C. N. Hoberts. He served with him three years, then went into the insurance business, which he has continued since. He served a* deputy sheriff under John T. Curry, and later was ap|)ointed constable of Ronton township to succiimI L. P. Carman, who resigned. In December, 1010, he was again appointed to succeed James Haywood, who also resigned.

Mr. Parish belongs to the M. \Y. A. lodge. He is deputy eonsul for that order, and spends much of his time working for that lodge, being the agent for the Woodmen Accident Association.

THOMAS S. RICE was born on a farm near Old Paulville. When about a year old his parents moved to Knox County, remaining there till Mr. Riee was fourteen years old, when they returned to Adair County. He attended the Brashear Academy, and Normal School at Kirksville. After leaving school he taught several years. For a time he traveled. Coming to Kirksville in 1897, he lived here a short time, then went to Oklahoma. In 1902 he returned and has sinee lived in Adair County. On February IS, 1911, Mr. Rice was ap|*>intcd city collector of Kirksville, then elected to that position in the spring election.

Mr. Rice w;is born in Adair County February 20, 1807, being a son of Samuel and Margaret (Sampson) Rice. He was married November 21, 1S97, to Alice Watson, daughter of David ami Jerusha (Pierce) Watson. She was bom in McDonough County, Illinois, in 1S7S. They have two children: Karl, born January 30, 1901; Howard, February 7, 1903.

JOHN D. MILLER, deceased, was born in Mahoning County, Ohio, September IK, 1X37. He was married August 12, ISG7, to Louisa Schucle. They had six children, two of whom died in infancy: (leorge R., born October 20, 1XGX, lives at Connelsville; Catherine A., November 4, 1X70. now Mrs. S. F. Shoop; M. C, Decerning- 19, 1X73; Ma L., April 7, 1S78.

Mr. Miller came down the Ohio River in a flat boat to Missouri in 1X44 with his father, settling first in Shelby County. He moved to Adair County in IS.">0, going to Nineveh where a Dutch colony had just been started. Here his father died in lS.").i. Mr. Miller returned to Shelby County, remaining there till I StiO. when he went to Oregon, going around by Panama. He remained there till 1X09, freighting and gold digging, then came back to Connelsville by the same route. He conducted a tavern and was in the mercantile business some years. His partner in the mercantile business was S. F. Stahl, then a young man. Their establishment was de- Mroyed by fire in 1X74 and Mr. Staid then went to Shibley's Point, Mr. Miller going to work on a farm. He continued in that occupation till his death, August 7. 1900, making a trip to Texas in the meantime, where he spent two years.

M ANTON M. PATTERSON was born in Logan County. Illinois, September 17. 1X0S, being a son of Milton and Jane Patterson. He was married November 10. 1X09, to Rebecca Ely, daughter of Stephen S. and Jane Ely. They have no children. Mrs. Palterson is a native of Adair County, belonging to one of the old pioneer families.

Mr. Patterson was born in Illinois, but moved to Knox County, Missouri, when only about six years old. About a year later they moved to Macon County, Missouri, where Mr. Patterson was reared. When only about fourteen years old his father died and he was compelled to make his own way. He entered a photograph gallery at Macon City, where he learned the photograph business. He has been engaged in that business continuously since that time. He has worked and been in business at various places, including Macon, Memphis, Iowa City, Iowa, and St. Louis, Missouri. He was also with Henry Moore, at Kirksville. two years. Finally, in July, 1910, he returned to Kirksville and opened up a gallery, being still engaged in that business. He is considered a gifted artist and an excellent photographer.

DR. CHARLES E. STILL wax born at Controj>olis, Kansas, January 7, 1805, and is a son of Dr. Andrew T. and Mary K. (Turner) Still. Ho was married Juno :«), 1892, to Anna Ryder, <laughter of I^ewis and Elizabeth Ryder. They had five children, throe of whom arc living: Harold, born March 11, 1893. diet! December 24, 1893; Gladys, December 10, 1894; Andrew T., September 10, 1897. died December 3. 1905; Elizabeth, November 1, 1899; Charles E., Jr., March 20, 1907.

Dr. Still came to Adair County with his parents when nine years old and has lived here almost eontiniously since. He attended tin- public schools, graduating from the Kirksville High School. Ho also took a course at the Kirksville Business College. After quitting school he went to work in the office of the Kirksville Journal, learning the printer's trade. After working at his trade a few years he studied Osteopathy with his father, Dr. A. T. Still, and was the prime mover in the organization of the A. S. ()., an account of which is given in the historical part of this work. On the organization of the school he took a complete course in it and was made vicepresident and general manager, which |x>sition lie has held continuously since. The great success and world-wide fame of this institution has been due in a large measure to his efforts.

Besides the school, Dr. Still is interested in a large number of business enterprises. He owns a sanitarium in the Ozarks and one at Bentonville, Arkansas, Dr. Earl Laughlin being at present the manager of the latter institution. Dr. Still is also a large stockholder in the International Life Insurance Company, at St. l^ouis. Besides these, he and Dr. George M. Laughlin are among the most famous stock breeders in the world. They are the owners of the famous Kinloch herd of Jersey cattle and Berkshire hogs. A sketch of these famous herds is given elsewhere in this history. Dr. Still owns 350 acres of land adjoining the city of Kirksville on the west, on which are located some of the most productive coal mines in the country. He and Dr. Laughlin also own 450 acres of land adjoining Kirksville on the east. These two farms are used by them for the handling of their cattle and hogs.

LEWIS HUGHES, a native of Wayne County. Kentucky, was born Deoomher 7, 1X00, being a son of Oliver and Emalinc Hughes. He was married October 20, 1904, to Rosa Houston, daughter of John and Anna Houston. They have two children: Walter, five years of age; and Gordon, age two. Mr. Hughes has two children by a former marriage: Edward, age twenty-two; and Boone, age twenty-one.

Mr. Hughes moved to Macon. Missouri, with his parents, when he was two years old. He was reared on a farm in that county, living with his parents till twenty years old. He worked for the railroad a few years, and was also in the mining business for a time. Coming to Adair County in 1S98, he settled at Xovinger, Missouri, where he worked in the mines.

Mr. Hughes is a Republican in politics. In 1902 he was clotted marshal of Novinger, serving four years. He has acted as deputy sheriff there for the past nine years. He was elected constable of Nineveh township in 1909, and is still serving in that capacity, and also as deputy sheriff. While at Macon he served on the police force, and was also deputy sheriff of that county several years. He is a mom- Imt of the K. of IV, I. O. (). F. and Rodmen lodges.

DR. HARRY M. STILL was bom at Baldwin, Kansas, May 20, 1Ko7. and \* a son of ])r. Andrew T. and Mary K. Still. Ho was married October 7, 1S«M. t- Nannic Miller, daughter of Lighter and Fannie Miller. Mrs. Miller's name wi- Seott, who was a descendant of General Winficld Scott. They have two children: Fred M., born July 25, 1898; Kichard II., November 25, 1903. Mrs. Still was Ijoro at Ix>xington, Kentucky, July 2S, 1807.

Dr. Still came to Kirksville with his parents when only about eight years old He attended the public school and took a course at the Kirksville Business Coll«u« After quitting school he clerked in a store several years for John Hannah. He then took up the study of Osteopathy with his father. After completing his studi«*s in this science he began to practice at Hannibal, Missouri. He also practical at Kansas City, Missouri, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Chicago, Illinois, New York City. St Iiouis. Missouri. He continued the practice till 1907, when he was compelled t'. give it up on account of ill health. He then returned to Kirksville where he has since lived. Since coming here he has become interested in a large number of business enterprises. He has dealt largely in real estate, is director and stockholder in the Star Coal Company, the Kirksville Power, El<*ctric Light ami Ice Company He is also president of the Citizens National Bank, owns stock in the Journal Printing Company and the A. S. ()., helping to organize the latter institution. Dr Still owtis 2,(XX) acres of land in Adair County, as well as large farms in Iowa. Te\a.«. Kansas, Oklahoma and other states.

He is a member of the Masonic order, belonging to the Chapter. Coinmandery and Shrine. He is also a member of the Elks lodge and is a Republican in |x>litu>

ED. J. HUTCHINS, a native of Kansas, was born March 20, 1879. He is a son of E. C. and Margaret Hutchins. He was married to Ama Halley March 16. 1901. Mrs. Hutchins is a daughter of Don ami Helen Halley. They have thrre children.

Mr. Hul chins moved to Green City, Missouri, with his parents when small, and lived there one year. They then moved to Greencastle, Missouri, remaining four years. From there he mo veil to Stahl. Adair County, in 1884. There he followed the mining business, later moving to Connelsvillc, where he now resides. He has lived in a mining district and followed mining continuously since coming hire in ISM. He is an ardent Socialist in politics.

GEORGE B. IIEABERLIN was born eight miles southeast of Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. January 12, 1802, being a son of John G. and Catherine C. Heaherlin. He was married February 13. 1K83, to Martha E. Minton, daughter of Calvin L. and Sarah Minton. They have ten children: Everette E.. born November 29, 1883; 1*>onard L., August 15. 1887; Eunice Z., October 21, 1887; Claude Y , June 1, issu; Freeman. September 13, 18<»1 ; Rosy M., February 11. 1895; Benjamin F., February 27, 1897; John (',., April 13, 1899: Augusta E.. March 20, 1901; Theodore. January 20, 1900.

Mr. Heabcrlin is a miner by trade. He owns a nice home southeast of the eorl>orate limits of Kirksville, where he resides. He is a musician and was formerly director of the band at Kirksville. His children are all musicians, and they have an excellent orchestra, made up of members of the family. In politics he is a Socialist. He is a member of the 1'nited Mine Workers of America.

JOHN M. RAINWATER was born in Keokuk County. Iowa, February 18.">8, being a son of John K. and Raehacl A. (La Porte) Rainwater. He wa* :?,*-- ried May 1. 18S1, to Mary C. Shulze, a native of McDonough County, Illinois r,.,r there June 9, 1857. Mrs. Rainwater was a daughter of John W. and Barbara Sh'j.?- They had three children, only one of whom is now living: Jess*' W.. born May .'. 1883, died February 3, 19()S; next child died in infancy; Ray M.. April 10. b -

Moving from Iowa to Kansas in 18<K), Mr. Rainwater's parents lived there years, lived in Illinois two years, then went back to Iowa, remaining one year ! 1807 they came to I/'wis County, Missouri, coming to Adair County in ISM VJ. M. Rainwater then married and moved to Illinois, where he live«l jmd farmK McDonough County till 1898, when he came back to Adair County, Missouri, then bought his present farm where he has since livetl. The farm consists «»j '.' acres, two miles east of Kirksville. He also owns a farm in the northwest par the county, consistsing of 170 acres, making a total of 290 acres which he own* handles thoroughbred Jersey cattle, doing a milk and cream business as well x» »: eral fanning.

MICHAEL G. CLEM was born in Hocking County. Ohio, October 22. lv He livetl there till 1841, when he came to Adair County, Missouri. He settl": a farm near Kirksville, and for many years ran a mill on the Chariton. In he moved to Kirksville, where he livetl till his death, February 23, 19O0. Hi * married in 1838 to Ellen Pullens. She was also born in Hocking County, t >\ March 31. 1820. She is still living, and makes her home with her daughter. Julia Atterberry. Mr. and Mrs. Clem had seven children, four of whom an ing: Mary J. Ely; Mrs. Margaret ami Mrs. Julia Atterberry; Mrs. Emma Rrc Mrs. Hragg lives near La Plata, in this county, and the other three live in KirL-\ -

In Mrs. Clem's family there are two lines of five generations: Mrs. Clem, - daughter, Mrs. Ely; her daughter, Mrs. Alfred West; her daughter, Mrs Oi.tr Glasgow: her daughter, Miss Margaret Glasgow. Mrs. Clem; her daughter Ely; her son, John Ely; his son, Charles Ely, and his son, Harold Ely.

I. H. HUMPHREY, the present editor of The Kirksville Democrat, is s r* - paper man with mctrojx)litan training. He served the New York Herald for n .v years as their City of Mexico correspondent, covering a territory which emhn old Mexico and the five republics of Central America. While in Mexico (V. served on the staff of the Mexican Herald, of which paper he was news editor ^r* he retiretl from Latin-American work, and spent some months on the staff Impartial, the greatest Spanish daily of North America.

MICHAEL HOWLEY was born November 10,1820. He was a natiwo! J: land. He came to American in 184o, landing in New York City with only five cents. Working his way west he landed in Adair County in 184S. and in a farm for a short time. Later he entered land, on which he livetl till hi> His widow and son Andrew, still live on the same farm. It consists of 20M * and has never changed hands. Mr. Howley died Noveml>er 12, 1887. He *n on the Home Guard all during the war. David Howley, another son, died A: 2'», 1911.

I>R. GEORGE D. GREENSLATE was horn in Greenup County. Kentucky July 14, 1849, being a son <if Silos and Elizabeth Greenslate. He was married eember 18, 1871, to Lorena Erwin. They had five children, four of whom are living: Jennie, born September 14, 1872; S. V., October 20, 1874; Elizabeth. January 26. 1S7S, now wife of J. M. Frederick; Oren, May 2*1. 1880. died May Hi. 1'Hil. Kay. October 24. 18X9.

Dr. Greenslate came to Adair County, Missouri, with his parents in 1XV». titling near Trinity school house, in the north part of the county, where his father (rite red land. His parents moved to Schuyler County and lived there till their deal1 the father dying in lS7t> and the mother in 1905. at the age of ninety-four. Dr Greenslate was reared on a farm, attended the public schools and then read me.iteine for a few years with a preceptor. He attended the Keokuk Medical Colleg* at Keokuk, Iowa, graduating in 1X70. He then entered the practice of his prof<^ sion at Willmathville. remaining at that place till his death, July 12. 191 1. Sx.n after l>eginning his practice he took a course in a medical college at Joplin, Missouri. He was, fierhaps, the best known physician in the county, and at. the titm- ><{ hi* death, had been the longest in active practice. Soon after going to Willmathville he opem-d tip a drug store, in connection with his practice, which he conduct^/ till 190:i. He then bought out a general store at that place, his daughter. Miss Jennie, and son, Silas V., l>ecoming his partners in that business, and the latter w;t> m*l. manager. Since his death Miss Jennie and Silas V. have taken entire charge of tr><- store.

SILAS V. GREENSLATE, a native of Adair County, was born near Willmathville, October 20, 1874. He was reared at Willmathville, attendee:! the public school and graduated at the Kirksville High School in 1H94. He then taught school till 190.1, attending the summer sessions at the Normal School, at Kirksville, for a number of years. In HMKJ he quit teaching and went into the mercantile busmen with his father at Willmathville, being made manager of the store. Since his father's deat h he ami his sister. Miss Jennie, have taken full charge of the business. TV store was entirely destroyed by fire March 14, 1909, including all the contents. A new building was soon erected and the business continued. One of the large>t country stores in the county is the one Mr. Greenslate conducts. Miss Jennie, who helps to manage the business, also graduate! at the Kirksville High School and took a brief course at the State Normal School, after which she engaged in teaching for several years.

JAMES B. HIBBARD, son of William and Susan J. (Rogers) Hihhard. w.v born January 2."», IS.V), iti Adair County, three ami one-half miles southeast of Kirksville. He was married September 18. 1S89, to Laura Dodson. daughter of Benjamin C. and Maggie (hinder) Dodson. They had three children: Hazel M.. born September 29, 1S92; Audrey D.. July 10, 1908; one child, a boy, born June 20, 1 Nil 1 . died in infancy.

Mr. Hihhard lived on the old Hibbard homestead, land entered by his father, till grown and married. He has been farming all his life, and lived here all the time, except a few trips west and southwest. At present he owns a farm of eighty acre*, four miles southeast of Kirksville, on which he lives. He is a Democrat in |*>litic*

DANIEL D. NOVINGER was born and grew to manhood on the farm n< v owned by his brother, S. A. Novinger. Ho farmed till twenty-eight years old. (hiwent into the mercantile business at Novinger, where he remained five years, lb- \ 'u- returned to farming and bought his present farm where he haw since lived. He n<» owns a farm of 540 acres, five miles southwest of Novinger. He is a brevier of ¥ - land-China hogs, Duroe-Jersey hogs, fine cattle, horses, etc. His farm is un-i.:- laid with four feet of coal, gas is known to be present, and probably oil.

Mr. Novinger was born February 20, 1853, a son of Isaac and Christina iSh<« ; Novinger. He was married May IK. 1882, to Elnora J. Bozarth. daughter of Mi ton J. and Lucy J. (Spivey) Bozarth. They have four children: Charles A . b-r February 13, 1883; Karl D., and Carl S., twins, born January 15, 18S0; Isaac M December 30, 1889. Charles A. arul Isaac are marrie<J, but the others an1 sinii'- ami at home. Mrs. Novinger was Imrn in Adair County, on the farm when- she i;< * lives, March 9, 1857. Mr. Bozarth is not living and Mrs. Bozarth makes her with Mrs. Novinger.

GEORGE W. VANLAN INGHAM was bom February 12. 1828. in Ham- County, Indiana. He was married January 24, 1851. to Sarah S. Blakelev. Tin had eleven children, six of whom are living: John W\; Emma L.. now Mr> Phipps; George L.; J. G; Kit-tie M., now Mrs. Edward Lininger; Thomas M

Mr. Vanlaningham came to Adair County, Missouri, in 1855, where he lived ;n : farmed near Novinger till his death. January 15, 1907. Mrs. Vanlaningham <h. . February 21, 1!K)7. Mr. Vanlaningham was one of the oldest and best known m>:, in Adair County.

COLUMBUS T. RICE was born in Tompkins County, New York. Fehruan 15, 1S27. lie attended the public schools until about seventeen years of age. wlm he was apprciitieed to learn the carpenter's trade, at which he worked for four or five years in Northern New York, then came to Chicago, Illinois. Returning * New York, he was married to Catherine A. WycofT in 1854, shortly after ret limine to Chicago, where he followe<l the contracting and building occupation until th> fall of ls57, when he moved with his family to Missouri, where he had previoiiv} entered 2(K) aeres of land in Clay township. Adair County, where he continue*! '<- reside until January. 1890, when he moved to Kirksville. where he resided until lu> death, which occurred October 9, 1897 (his wife having previously died March 2 ls«Ki). They raised a family of seven children, three sons and four daughters. « f which four are still living: Edward A. Hice, born in 1855, receiving his education at the public seh(»o!s and State Normal at Kirksville. and a graduate of the A. SC. at present connected with the Post Office department at Kirksville: Charles Rut. born in 1K03, receiving his education in the public scIkhiIs of Adair County, anil at present iti the lumber business at Milan, Sullivan County, Missouri; Mary L, bin; in 1801, receiving her education in the public schools and State Normal at Kirk?- ville, married to Edwin S. Kinehart in 1904, and now residing with her husband in Kirksville, Missouri; August A., born in 1800, receiving her education at the jniblk schools and State Normal, graduating frotn the State Normal in 18S5, married v.> James E. \\ addill in 1S88.

During the Civil War he volunteered, but was unable to pass the examination, and then enlisted in the Home Guard and later in the County Militia and served in this organization during the entire war, participating in the Battle of KirksvilK August 0, 1N«)2.

THE WOODMEN DRILL TEAM, as shown by the accompanying cut. was organize*! in 1909, with Noah C. Lane as captain. It soon became one of the crack teams of the state and won numerous prizes in competitive drills*. against Mime of the best teams in the country. At present John Williamson is captain ancl Sam Stewart, assistant.

MRS. MARGARET ATTERBERRY was horn in Adair County in 1*45? being a daughter of Michael (1. and Ellen Clem. She was married in 1N72 to M. V Atterberry. They had two children: Klmer and Anna Atterberry. Elmt»r died May 10. 1«.MK». Mr. Atterberry was also a native of Adair County and was born in lS^tf, and died March 27, \SS.i. He followed the occupation of farming and owmil a farm of 200 acres, fourteen miles southwest of Kirksville. Since his death his widow and her daughter have made their home at Kirksville.

WILLIAM A. ROSS came to Adair County with his parents when ten year* old. He lived iti t he vicinity of Brashear and farmed till the death of his wife. A\*n. 15, 1890. Since that time he has lived with his son, John Ross, five miles east <-/ Kirksville.

Mr. Ross was born in Athens County, Ohio, September 4, 1855, being a son o; John and Hilura Ross. He was married April 28. 1880, to Rosa Emmons, daughter of 1^'wis E. Emmons. They had four children: Cora, now Mrs. James Shepherd; John; Ina, now Mrs. Albert Clemmons; Edward.

JAMES C. CALHOUN was l>orn in U-wis County, Missouri, April 14. ls*>7 His parents' names wen* David E. and Martha (Herr) Calhoun. He was married to Miss Anna Walker, a cousin of William J. Bryan, January 14. 1S91. Mrs. Calhoun's parents' names were Peter and Charlotte (Jennings) Walker.

Born and reared on a farm, Mr. Calhoun lived there till 1890, when he went to Gorin and engaged in the harness business. In 1903 he came to Kirksville, when he dealt in real estate till 1909 when he went into the grocery business, in which he is still engaged.

In Mr. Calhoun's family there an* six children: I tester, aged nineteen: Harold, seventeen; I^ottie, twelve; Alice, ten; Robert, seven, and Elizabeth, four.

J. R. BURCHETT, whose home is at Connelsville, Missouri, was l)orn in De> Moines County, Iowa, August 23, 18(>0. He is a son of Benjamin and Onda Burehett. He was united in marriage' to Maggie Kimberly, a daughter of Ira and Margaret Kimberly. August .'1, 1890. They have two 'hildn-n: Bruce, born December 5, 1S94; Jessie. September 10. 1897.

Though born in Iowa, he came to Adair County, Missouri, when only nine month* old and was reared in this county on a farm. When twelve years old he left the farm, worked at various occupations, finally entering the restaurant business at ConneNville. This he sold recently, ami has since given his entire time and attention to his feed and grist mill at Connelsville. He is a member of the 1. (). (>. F. and M. W. A., and votes the Democratic ticket.

HENRY CLAY WORMAN is a native of Illinois, born in Adams County, of that state, October 22, 1868. He is an adopted son of John and Maria ( Barker ) Wurman. He was married January 4, 1888, to Man,' K. Wilson, a daughter of A. C and Caroline Wilson. They have one adopted son - Sena, born July 9, 1893. Mr. Worman was reared on a farm in Illinois, where he remained with his pai nuts, working on the farm and attending the public school, until grown. He then i married and started in the farming business for himself, purchasing a farm near the - old home place where he lived until 1892. At that time he came to Aduir County.

Missouri, and bought a farm twelve miles northeast of Kirksville. which he still owns, consisting of 120 acres, all well improved. He also owns another farm of ii >ixty acres, northeast of Kirksville. After following the occupation of farming till \< 1N9S, he was elected county treasurer of Adair County, then moved to Kirksville. i took charge of his office, and has since remained here. His term expires in 1912.

He is a Republican and has always taken a deep interest in public affairs. In i' HUO he was elected chairman of the County Central Committee, later made a member of the Congressional Committee. He and his wife both tielong to the Methodist Kpiscopal church.

G. E. DAVENPORT, a native of Missouri, was born September Hi, 1881, being a sm of Charles and Emma Davenport. He was married in 1902 to Gertrude Kl- \ iw re, daughter of Thomas and Alice Elmore. They have two children: Dolores, i horn May 27, 1903; Harold. April 19, I90'».

Mr. Davenport was educated in the public schools and Humphrey's College. He is a traveling salesman and is with Fcrguson-MeKinney Dry Goods Company, of St. Ixmis, Missouri. He came to Adair County in 1907. ( 1. E Davenport is a Republican in politics and a member of the Christian church.