Buchanan County, Missouri - Chapter 28: Reminiscences, 1904 (part 4 of 18)

The "Comet" reached the United States with the "Bowes," in safety, making several more important captures and sailing through the entire English blockading squadron in Chesapeake Bay to her wharf in the citv of Baltimore.

citizens remember one whose honorable and useful life left an influence more enduring than the granite which marks his last resting place. The late Colonel Russell, wbose portrait accompanies this sketch, was born on March 23, 1814, in the Shenandoah \^alley, \irginia, many long years before this same beautiful valley became the scene of civil war.

When he attained manhood. Colonel Russell removed for business purposes to Vicksburg, Mississippi, where he engaged in the merchant tailoring business until the spring of 1850, when he located at St. Joseph, Missouri. Here he engaged in the lumber business, in partnership with Elijah Patee. who later became his brotherin-law. After 10 years in the lumber business. Colonel Russell removed to Montana, and at \^irginia City opened up a supply store in connection with Paris S. and William Pfouts. The enterprise succeeded and Colonel Russell remained in that section for three years, becoming well and favorably known and was elected Speaker of the Upper House, in the General Assembly.

Colonel Russell was always deeply interested in St. Joseph and believed in the city's future, proving his faith by becoming a large investor in real estate here. In the early "seventies" he erected a handsome residence on 12th street, and some two vears later, in connection with the late Albe "SI. Saxton, of the State Savings Bank, erected the fine block of buildings on Felix street just east of Fifth street. In the fall of 1873, Colonel Russell embarked with a Mr. Mullen in an extensive grain business, in which he continued to be interested until his death, and in which he amassed a large fortune. In the spring of 1873 he accepted a position on the St. Joseph Board of Public Schools, and no official was more earnest for the public welfare than he. In spite of heavy business cares and absorbing fraternal responsi-

Colonel Russell was twice married, first to Minerva Patee, deceased in 1868, who was a daughter of John Patee, of a well known pioneer family of Missouri. In 1869 he married Almira E. Patee, daughter of Alvah Patee. who was a cousin of his .first wife and the widow of the late J. W. Clayton. She had one son, Alvah P. Clayton, who is president of the Sheridan-Clayton Paper Company, at 302-306 South Third street, St. Joseph, the largest paper house in the Western States. Colonel Russell had two children born to his first marriage.

The late Colonel Russell was one of the most zealous and efficient workers in symbolic, capitular and cryptic Masonry and Knight Templarism, having been for two score years an active worker in the States of Mississippi, Illinois, Montana and Missouri. He was the one who organized the first chapter and the first commandery in the State of Montana, in which he retained his membership until his death. He was the first eminent commander of this commandery, ranking higher in point of efficiency than any other Mason in the Territory. Other positions he filled were : Past grand captain general of the<jrand Commandery of Missouri ; charter member and eminent commander from 1869 to 1871 of Hugh DePayens Commandery, No. 4; deputy grand high priest of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Missouri in i860, 1862 and 1865; high priest in 1866 and 1867 ; and for several years was high priest of the St. Joseph Royal Arch Chapter, No. 14.

This eminent Mason was district lecturer of the Grand Chapter, Russell Royal Arch Chapter, No. jy, at Stewartsville, the same having been named in his honor. He was also junior warden of the Grand Lodge of Missouri in 1862, and a charter member and the first worshipful master of Zeredatha Lodge, No. 189, which position he filled for many terms. He was also deputy grand master for the 14th District for three years and was lecturer for this district from the time of the institution of the office until his death. He was known and honored by the Masonic fraternity all over the Northwest.

The sad intelligence of his death was met with the sorrow of thousands of friends. His funeral was conducted by the Masonic order, from his late residence at 12th and Lafayette streets, by members of Zeredatha Lodge, No. 189, A. F. &

Whereas, It lias pleased Almighty God to remove from this, our earthly tabernacle, our well beloved companion, Samuel Russell, Past Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Missouri, and for many years the active and effective High Priest of this Chapter, and district lecturer for this district, and

Whereas, His zeal for the Order, his attachment to its principles and his faithful discharge of all duties incumbent upon him during his Masonic life, from the holding at various times of official positions in all the Grand as well as Subordinate bodies, render it fitting that we should give public expression of our esteem and regard for him, as a man, a companion and a friend: be it

Resolved, That in the death of our companion, Samuel Russell, Capitular Masonry has lost one of its brightest lights, this Chapter an ardent, earnest worker and for years a regular attendant, his family an affectionate husband and an indulgent father, the community a public spirited citizen, one whose purse was always open to the relief of the worthypoor, who so lived that when the dread summons came he sank to rest

Resolved, That we hereby tender to the family of our deceased companion our warmest sympathies in their sad bereavement, and implore for them the continued care and watchful kindness of Him who has promised to befriend the widow and the fatherless.

Resolved, That a memorial page be set apart in the chapter records and the foregoing preamble and resolutions be inscribed thereon; a copy thereof, with the seal attached thereto, be presented to the widow of our deceased companion, and a copy furnished to each of the daily papers of the city and tothe Freemason, with a request to publish the same.

Commander of Hugh DePayens Commandery, No. 4, died in St. Joseph, Missouri, December 7, 1874, in the 6ist year of his age. His sterhng worth as a citizen, his faithfuhiess as a friend, his untiring devotion as a Knight Templar and exemphfier of the subHme principles of our Order, endeared him to a large circle of true friends who sincerely mourn his loss. His light of example still burns."

Colonel Russell secured almost unconsciously the regard and esteem of all with whom he came in contact. He was warm-hearted and generous, forgiving to a fault, but retaining and acting at all times up to his convictions of right. His surviving widow resides in a beautiful home at No. 919 South 1 2th street, in the enjoyment of large means and takes part in the quieter social pleasures of the citv's life.

HOMAS J. MURPHY, the fortunate owner of a magnificent farm of 280 acres, situated in section 18, Crawford township, the very garden spot of Buchanan County, is a representative of one of the old pioneer families of this part of the State. He was born on the farm he now occupies, the old family homestead, on March 24. 1854, and is a son of Milton and Louise (Christopher) Murphy, of Irish, French and Scotch ancestry.

The parents of our subject were natives of Kentucky, and his maternal grandmother, formerly Elizabeth Huff, belonged to one of Kentucky's famous families. She died at the home of our subject, in advanced age. Milton Murphy and wife were pioneers in Buchanan County, Missouri, coming to this section in the old Kentucky prairie schooner, which served, later, to haul many loads of corn to market. "Sir. Murphv's life story was typical of the indomitable energy and enterprise possessed by that band of courageous men. who pushed into the wilderness and through sheer determination not only wrested a living out of the virgin soil, but developed the resources which have made this section so rich in agricultural results and possibilities.

When Milton ]\Iurphy and family reached Crawford township. Buchanan County, he purchased a well-located tract of land from its first owner, Joel Penick. who had put up two log barns and a i6-foot-square house of logs. About 25 acres had been cleared and were under first cultivation, but the rest of the claim was covered with heavy timber, walnut and oak predominating. That Mr. Murphy in so short a time, comparatively, cleared his farm and placed it under cultivation, is remarkable, considering the tools and machinery with which he accomplished it. Compare his old wooden mold-board plow, his reaping hook, hand scythe and old-time cradle, with the machines now utilized by his son, - the grain binder, corn binder, mowing machine, riding plow and cultivator, corn planter, - all of these of modern construction able to be operated with steam or possibly electricity, and what he accomplished will seem more of a marvel.

Our subject can recall many of the conveniences in his pioneer home, where his busy and capable mother so effectively managed her household, rearing her family of 13 children to healthv. maturity with never a thought of the difficult problems which now seem such stumbling blocks in the paths of modern housekeepers. From the sheep grown on the farm and sheared there, and from the flax also raised on their own land, her busy fingers fashioned warm, sensible clothing, which was often put together in the long winter evenings by the light of home-made tallow candies or the old lard lamp. At the time of which we write, Weston was Milton Murphy's nearest trading point. His first crop was mainly hemp, but ere long he had plenty of hogs, which in those days could only be marketed after killing. Mr. Murphy lived, however, to see many wonderful changes come about. He was a man not only of enterprise and capable of managing his own affairs with judgment and consequent success, but he w^as liberal and broad-minded and took an interest in his locality. He assisted in the building of schools and churches and promoted the improvenfents which changed the old by-paths and rough forest roads into the broad highways which through Crawford township are notable for their excellence. Few men were held in higher esteem than was Milton Murphy in his neighborhood. He became connected with the old Birmington Lodge of Masons (now known as Halleck) soon after its organization. His faithful wife, who passed away in March. 1872, possessed superior qualities of mind and heart. She was beloved by those to whom she gave womanly comfort and kind assistance, in the days when sickness fell upon her neighbors and physicians and religiovis ministrations were not within reach. Mr. Murpliy survived until February, 1888. The 13 children born to these most worthy and respected pioneers were the following, the greater number of whom have become comfortably settled in life within reach of each other: \Villiam. a retired merchant living at \\'allace, Buchanan County : Louis, who died during the Civil War. in the army ; George Washington, a farmer of DeKalb County, Missouri ; J. H.. a farmer of Crawford township ; Mary Elizabeth, wife of P. W. Nolan, a coal and wood merchant of St. Joseph ; James, a carpenter of Union Star, DeKalb County; Thomas J., of this sketch ; Merritt Cleveland, who resides with our subject ; Nancy Jane, wife of G. W. Kirby, who is engaged in mercantile business at Dearborn. Missouri ; Ida, wife of Thomas Zachariah Russell, who is farming in Kansas. Sterling Price, a farmer living near DeKalb. Missouri: Lee. a farmer of Platte County, Missouri; and Grace (Mrs. Curtis), of Buchanan County.

Thomas J. Murphy, the immediate subject of this sketch, was educated first in the sul)scription schools and later in the district schools. which were established in the locality mainly through his father's efforts. He was reared to the business he has always followed and in which he has met with such uniform success, - that of general farming, fruit growing and stock-raising. He has demonstrated what careful, intelligent farming in ^Missouri can accomplish. After his marriage he settled on a farm which he had previously purchased, which adjoined the Underwood farm, southeast of DeKalb. \\'hen he and his wife settled upon it, the land was similar to that upon which his earl}- boyhood was passed, - wild and uncultivated. Mr. Alurphy cleared this farm, improved it with good buildings and remained on it until the death of his father. 13 years later. Then he purchased the old homestead and in the following year he removed to it and has been settled here ever since. One of his first improvements was the setting out of an immense apple orchard, some 1.400 hardy trees, which have ])roduced abundantly and proved a very good investment. His other improvements include a comfortable home, barns, granaries and all necessary buildings and shelters. rec|uisite to the successful operation of a large farm. A part of his 280 acres is devoted to pasturage antl he has paid much attention to the raising of fine cattle, horses, mules and hogs. His stock is sold to the home markets.

On November 29. 1876, 'Sir. Murphy was married to Margaret Ann Wiley, who was born in Bloomington township, Buchanan County, Missouri, June 12. 1853. and is a daughter of Andrew

S. and Sarah Elizabeth (Morris) Wiley. The mother of Mrs. Murphy was born in Jackson County, Missouri, a daughter of an old pioneer of Buchanan County, who came here from his native State of Kentucky. Andrew S. Wiley was also one of the early settlers of Buchanan County, one of the honored pioneers. Two of his children survive, viz: Margaret Ann (Mrs. Murphy) anil ]Mrs. William \Vood. of Center township. Mrs. Mary E. Thomas and G. W. Wiley are both dead. The mother of Mrs. IMurphy died in August. 1884.

The four children of our subject and wife are : Sarah Jane, named for a maternal ancestor; Ida Louise, named for her grandmother; ]\lilton Andrew, named for both of his grandfathers ; and .\llen Pearl. The children are all at home although Ida Louise has prepared herself for business life, having taken a commercial course at St. Joseph and become an expert stenographer.

As one of the township's intelligent and prominent citizens, Mr. Murphy could be nothing less than a politician and he has long been a leading Democrat, active in ])artv councils and frequently serving as a delegate to conventions. He has strong convictions on many subjects and is vicepresident of the Good Roads Association and also of the Anti Horse Thief Association. He is also a member of the camp of Modern Woodmen of America at Faucett. \\'ith his family, he belongs to the old Union Christian Church, the oldest consrree-ation of this religious bodv in Buchanan County. Both jNIr. and Mrs. ]\Iurphy are held in the highest esteem in Crawford township. Their hospitable home is often the scene of many pleasant reunion of friends and it has been more than once remarked that the happiest and youngest members of the party are the genial host and hostess.

ILLIAM H. FRANS, chief of police of the city of St. Joseph, is a citizen who is equally popular in official and private life. He was born November I. 1863, in Buchanan County, Missouri, and is a son of John M. and Sallie (Reynolds) Frans.

The grandfather of Chief Frans came with his family from Kentucky to Missouri at an early day and followed farming near Sparta. John M. Frans, the father, was born in Kentucky and accompanied his parents to Missouri, where he also followed an agricultural life. He

John Fiske Barnard

William H. Frans obtained a good, commonschool education in Buchanan County, growing up healthfully on his father's farm. At the age of 21 years he learned the carpenter's trade, which he followed for a few years and them embarked in a grocery business in St. Joseph. On February i6, 1893, he accepted a position on the city police force and his special qualifications advanced him to a position on the city's secret service, on December I, 1894. In December, 1896, for fidelity to duty and for the qualifications which go to make an efficient officer, he was made a 2nd sergeant, a position he most efifectively filled until June, 1899, when he was promoted to a captaincy on the force. This was followed by his appointment in Jul}', 1901. as chief of police, a position he still holds, much to the satisfaction of the best element of the city. He thoroughly imderstands all the details and demands of this responsible position, handles his large force of 51 city police, five detectives and 13 men at headquarters in such a manner as to promote the welfare and good name of the city.

In 1882 our subject married Lizzie Martin, who is a daughter of Jeptha Martin of Atchison, "Kansas, and they have six children, namely: Rov C, Walter C, Sarah M., IMcnola I., Marie R. and ^ label H. The famih- home is a comfortable residence at No. 2417 ()live street. Chief I'rans and family all belong to the Christian Church.

( )HN FISKE BARNARD, a prominent and esteemed citizen of St. Joseph, was born at Worcester, Massachusetts, A])ril 23, i82(;. and is a son of John and Sarah R. (Bigelow) Barnard. .^ Barnard family originated in England. John I'arnard. our subject's father, was a descendant of John and Sarah IJarnard, who sailed from the river port of Ipswich, .^ulTolk. England, in 1634, and settled at Watertown, Massachusetts, adjoining P>oston. The liarnard family has scattered all over the Cnited States and many members have l^ecome distinguished in the varied \\alks of life.

Our subject was reared on a farm and until he was 17 years of age enjoyed only the educational advantages offered in the country schools during the winter seasons. In 1847, however, his prospects changed and he entered the State Normal School at Bridgewater, Massachusetts. His special talents attracted and interested his teachers, who suggested to him the wisdom of thoroughly preparing himself for a career in which his mechanical abilities might have play, and this resulted in his entering the Rensselaer Polytechnic School at Troy, New York, where he took a course in civil engineering, being graduated in 1850. It was to him a gratifying incident that he was almost immediately engaged by the chief engineer of the St. Lawrence & Atlantic Railroad, now a part of the Grand Trunk Railway of Canada, to go to the Dominion, where he remained in the service of the St. Lawrence & Atlantic Railroad Compan>' and the Grand Trunk Railway Company until the spring of 1857, when he took charge of a short road on the banks of the Ottawa River in Canada. This was a part of the proposed, and partially l)uilt, Montreal & Bytown Railroad. The portion built was along the rapids and was intended during the construction of the road to connect two stretches of navigable water on which steamers plied. The company and contractors had failed to complete the work and the road built was only used during the season of navigation.

INlr. Barnard remained in charge of the road until 1863, when he was appointed superintendent of the Alontreal & Chaiuplain Railroad, which extended from Montreal rvn St. John's to Rouse's Point, and also from Montreal 77'a Lachine, to Moore's Junction, on the Ogdensburg & Lake Champlain road. After this road was merged, in August, 1864, into the Grand Trunk, his charge was divided between the superintendency of the Grand Trunk east and west of Montreal. Mr. I'arnard removed to lirantford, Ontario, to become superintendent of the road previously known as the Buffalo & Lake Huron, which had, on August T, 1864, been consolidated with the Grand Trunk. In March, 1866, Mr. Barnard was recalled to Montreal to take charge, as chief engineer, of that portion of the Grand Trunk road lying east and south of Montreal and the St. Lawrence River - between 600 and 700 miles.

This responsible position he retained until 1869 when he came to the United States and took charge of the Missouri X'alley Railroad, as chief engineer and superintendent. In 1870, the Missouri Valley and the Council Bluffs & St. Joseph roads were consolidated, and he remained with the consolidated company as chief engineer until the road was completed and some other work was accomplished. In 1871 Mr. Barnard left the Kansas City, St. Joseph & Council Bluffs Railroad, and then took charge of the St. Joseph & Denver City Railroad, as chief engineer and superintendent. This road was extended 50 miles under his supervision. He left this road in May, 1872. and in August was appointed superintendent of the Kansas City, St. Joseph & Council Bluff's Railroad, which position he retained until he was made general manager of the same upon its purchase by the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Company in 1880, and in this position he continued until October, 1886, being also, from the autumn of 1884, general manager of the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad as well. From October, 1886, to October, 1892, he was president and general manager of the Ohio & Mississippi Railroad Company. Subsequently for five years he was receiver of the Omaha & St. Louis Railroad. From January 15, 1897, he was also receiver of the St. Clair. Madison & St. Louis Belt Railroad, his tenure of that office continuing about four 3'ears, when the property was returned to the company, of which he has been and is now the president.

On April 21, 1853, ]\Ir. Barnard was married to Gertrude Agnes Harvey, of Bath. England, who died March 25, 1865, leaving four children. His second marriage, on April 28, 1868, was to Julia Boswell Keefer, of Gait, Ontario, and they have seven children. Eight of his children are living, his four sons being in railroad service. The family home at No. 117 South 15th street is one of the handsomest in the city, and its atmosphere is one of refinement, contentment and happiness. It is beautifully located in the midst of highly ornamental grounds, 129 by 240 feet in dimensions.

Away from his native country for the 1 1 years preceding and eight years after the beginning of the Civil War, Air. Barnard took no active interest in i)ublic matters at that time. He is a man of peace and sought no military glory, his work in life being constructive rather than destructive in its character. He is held in the highest esteem by his felnw citizens. During his active years he probably attained as much proficiency in his profession as any other man of his time. His portrait accompanies this sketch.

ICHAEL SCANLON. one of the old. pioneers and highly respected citizens of Marion township, Buchanan County (where he now lives retired with his son-in-law on an improved farm of 80 acres, in section 28, township 57, range 33), was born in County Roscommon, Ireland, August 27, 1827, and is a son of James and Mary (Daynan) Scanlon.

The parents of Air. Scanlon never left the old country. They belonged to the farming class there and, while able to provide for their immediate wants, had little to offer their two sons, Thomas and Michael, to induce them to remain in Ireland. Thomas came to America in 185 1 and lived and died at Easton, Missouri. The one sister, Catherine, who was the wife of Hugh Carmichael, has also passed away.

Michael Scanlon was 20 years of age when he and his sister decided that they would seek home and fortune in America. Neither had enjoyed very good educational advantages, but both possessed the common sense, the pleasant manner and the native wit of their birthright and, as shown by the friends they made and the success they met, their lack of early opportunities was no drawback. They took passage on a sailing vessel which completed the voyage in four weeks, landing its passangers at Castle Garden, New York. Alichael found work at Woodstock, Connecticut, where lie remained eight }-ears, engaged in farming and in work in a tanyard. In the spring of 1857 he went to Omaha, Nebraska, but at the end of the summer he moved to Easton, Missouri, where his brother Thomas was located. There he rented a farm for one year, but in 1858 he was able to purchase 60 acres of wild prairie, in section 28. township 57, range 33, in Marion township. He had married in the previous year a most estimable lady whom he had met in Connecticut. She was Alary Carroll, also a native of Ireland, who came to America in 1849. ^^e gave ready and cheerful assistance during those early days of hardship and privation. They had five children, namely: James and Thomas Philip, both deceased in infancy; John, a resident of Buchanan County ; Barney, deceased, who married Carrie Connor, - his widow resides in St. Joseph with two children, Bernard and James : and Mary E., who married, October 21, 1896, Eugene A. AUgair. of Clinton County, Missouri, who now owns Mr. Scanlon's old farm, - they have five children, Alichael S.. Anna Alary, Catherine, Eugene and Bernard.

Mr. Scanlon is an example of what can be accomplished through honest, persistent endeavors. He came to America a poor boy and through his own efforts acquired 230 acres of fine land. He lias retained only 120 acres, 80 of which is in Buchanan County and 40 acres in DeKalb County. He has carried on large agricultural operations, raising wheat, corn and oats, and many hogs and much fine cattle. Politically a Democrat, he has always been active in township matters, serving many years as a school director. He is one of the leading members and liberal supporters of St. Joseph's Catholic Church at Easton. No one can tell in a more entertaining manner of the great changes which have taken place in Buchanan County in the past 40 years than Mr. Scanlon and he has done his full share in bringing about better agricultural and educational conditions. He is well known and universally respected.

ILTON TOOTLE, deceased, without doubt the most successful business man the city of St. Joseph has yet known, was the founder and head of many successful enterprises, chief among which is the Tootle, Wheeler & blotter Mercantile Company, whose prestige is by no means confined to the limits of ^^lissouri. His death, January 2, 1887, threw the city into mourning as for a public loss. In his biographv we have a life rich in accomplishment and instructive lessons.

Milton Tootle was born February 26, 1823, in Ross County, Ohio. He spent his boyhood days in Ohio, engaging in the pursuits of the average country lad of his day and attending the common schools of the neighborhood in which he spent the first 13 years. In 1836 he removed "with his father to Jersey Countv, Illinois, where a few years later he entered upon the mercantile career in which he was so abundantly successful. He made a wise .start and employed the helpful principles of his early teachings to such good advantage that, by proper methods and strict attention to business, he accumulated the largest fortune of any individual in St. Joseph, Missouri. Milton Tootle entered the employ of George Smith, a prosperous Illinois merchant, who in 1842 removed to Andrew County, Missou-ri, and opened a store at Savannah. Mr. Tootle accompanied him and in 1844 ^^^s given entire charge of a store in Atchison County, Missouri, which Mr.

Smith established there. He remained in Atchison for one year, returning at the end of that time to Savannah, where he look charge of his employer's large interests, the latter removing to St. Joseph. In 1848, Mr. Tootle embarked in business for himself, choosing Oregon, Holt County, ^Missouri, as a promising location. Constant and honest effort there was rewarded by success and the venture proved profitable in every way. His early employer watched with more than ordinary interest the career of the young man who had made a business start in his store, and in 1849 urged Mr. Tootle to return to St. Joseph and engage in btisiness with him. The offer was accepted and Mr. Tootle was given an interest in the firm of Smith, Bedford & Tootle. Soon after the establishment of this firm Mr. Smith died, and Mr. Tootle, in connection with his two brothers and William G. Fairleigh, purchased the stock and continued the business under the firm name of Tootle & Fairleigh. Before many months had passed the business had grown to such an extent that- Mr. Tootle was able to open branch stores in Omaha, Nebraska, Sioux City, Iowa, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Kansas City. Missouri. In i860, Joseph Tootle died, and shortly after his brother Thomas Tootle withdrew his interest from the firm. The business continued however under the firm name of Tootle & Fairleigh, prospering without unfortunate interruption and growing to a place of great importance in the commercial world. In 1873. Mr. Fairleigh withdrew on account of ill health, and the firm was changed to Tootle, Craig & Company, other partners being taken into it. In 1877 another change was made, the firm becoming Tootle, Hosea & Company. Upon the death of W. E. Hosea in 1892, the Tootle, Wheeler & Motter ^Mercantile Company was incorporated and has since carried on this extensive business.

In 1872, Milton Tootle erected a large building for theatrical purposes, which having undergone improvements within the past few years is known as one of the handsomest theaters in the State. He was a man of great property holdings and diversified affairs. He amassed a fortune of immense size, and was free-handed in assisting: every worthy cause, helping the needy and giving to public enterprises that appeal to him as meriting his support. The building occupied bv the Tootle, Wheeler & Motter Mercantile Company is one of the finest structures used for wh.olesale purposes in the country. Mr. Tootle's friends know that his success in life was largelv due to the care with which he superintended and directed the minutest details of business, and the constant attention he gave to everytliing connected with his numerous enterprises. He was especially fortunate in attracting and retaining faithful and capable employees, whom he inspired with his own courage and perseverance. His connection with any enterprise was a guarantee af success, and in his death St. Joseph lost one of her most public-spirited citizens and her foremost representative in the business world.

Milton Tootle was married, in 1866. to Katherine O'Neill, a daughter of James L. O'Neill, at one time cashier of the Western Bank of Missouri. Mrs. Tootle survives her husband, and her palatial home, imposing in its exterior appearance and furnished in costly richness and luxury, can be compared only with the residence palaces of New York, Chicago and other great cities of this country. Mrs. Tootle represents her husband's large interest in the Tootle, Wheeler & M otter Mercantile Company. To our subject and his /wife three children we're born, namely; Mrs. Frances S. Dameron ; Milton Tootle, Jr., president of The Tootle Estate and active head of a number of St. Joseph's enterprises and institutions ; and John James Tootle, a large property holder and president of the Missouri X'alley Trust Company, who is a leader in the social and business afifairs of St. Joseph. This family home, erected by Milton Tootle, is at nth and Charles

ENNETT REECE. a prominent farmer of Buchanan County, residing in section 18, townshi]) 56. range 34, in Agency township, has been a lifelong resident of this county, with the exception of the time he spent in the army during the Civil War and one year in Texas and Arkansas. He was born in DeKalb, Buchanan County, Missouri, November 15. 1844, and is a son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Smith) Reece.

Jacob Reece was born in Johnson County, Tennessee, November t, t8o2. and was one of the four following children of Jacob Reece, Sr. : Joel, Hugh, Jacob and Mary. Jacob Reece, father of our subject, lived in his native county 39 years, then in 1841 accompanied l)y his family made the trip overland with two four-horse wagons to Buchanan Count)-, Missouri. Here he entered 40 acres of land, and in time added to it until at his death hi^ farm C('nii)rised 240 acres. He was a very successful farmer, and rose to a position of means. His death occurred January 12, 1879. aged 76 years. He was a Democrat in politics, and a Southern sympathizer during the war. He married Elizabeth Smith, who was born in North Carolina in 1809, ^^^ was a daughter of Abner and Mehitabel Smith. She died in 1879, having reared the following children : Rebecca (Berman), deceased ; Elizabeth (Wilson), deceased ; Harvey, who lives in Arkansas and was a member of the same regiments as our subject during the Civil War; Melinda (Dunn), of St. Joseph; Bennett; Jacob S., deceased ; Hugh A., deceased ; and John C.

Bennett Reece was reared on the home farm and lived at home until early in the Civil War, when he enlisted, on September 21, 1861, in Coml^any C of Boyd's Battalion. After six months in the infantry he reenlisted in Shelby's brigade of cavalry. Third Missouri, with which he thereafter continued. He participated in the following engagements : Lexington ; Pea Ridge ; Independence : Lone Jack ; Newtonia ; Prairie Grove ; second battle of Springfield ; shirmishes attending the battle of Helena; raid through Missouri; Steele's raid to Camden ; and Price's raid through Missouri. He surrendered with his regiment at Shreveport, Louisiana, on June 9, 1865, after nearl}- four years of continuous service, having never been wounded nor taken captive during that time. Returning home, he engaged in farming with a l)rother-in-law until December 26, 1866, when he was married and immediately after moved to Fannin County, Texas, where he raised one crop. He then went to Benton Count\-, Arkansas, and at the end of one year returned to P>uchanan County, wliere he has since remained. He has a farm of too acres, which he cleared of brush and timber and converted into a modern farm. He built a comfortable home, a barn and other good out-buildings, and has been highly successful. He devotes his land to the raising oT wheat and is also extensivelv engaged in stockraising.

Mr. Reece was united in marriage with Lucy A. Lawless, who was born in Kentucky. October 24, 1852. and is a daughter of Eli and Elizabeth (Still) Lawless, natives of Kentucky, who came to Buchanan County by steamboat in Novem])er. ifs53. Our subject and his wife have four children, as follows: Robert V., of this county, who' has two children. - Clara and Gladys ; Edward, wlio has a daughter, - Maude N. ; Laura L., who married Edward King, and has two children, -

Madge and Opal ; and Aiaude E., who married James Brinton and has-a son, - Reece. Mr. Reece is unswerving in his allegiance to the Democratic party. Fraternally, he is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

G. NOTHHOUSE, one of the prominent and successful farmers of Washington township, Buchanan County, who resides on his fine farm of 8 1 acres, situated in sections 7 and t8, township 57, range 54, was born in Bavaria, Germany, March 15, 1846, and is a son of Andrew and Magdalena Nothhouse.

The parents of our subject spent their lives on the old home farm in Bavaria, wdiere thev reared a family- of five children, W. G. being the only one to seek his fortune across the Atlantic.

Mr. Nothhouse enjoyed good educational advantages in the ( ierman schools and then served the necessary three years in the army, hence was 27 years of age when, in 1873, with his bride, he started for America. He soon secured employment as foreman in a sugar and glucose factor v. at Bufifalo. New York, and continued in the employ of one man for eight years, spending two years of this period, at Peoria, Illinois. In 1881 he came to Missouri, accepting the charge of the sugar and glucose factory of Saxton & W'hitlock, at St. Joseph, and managed this large plant for three years. His health failed, however, imder this strain and confinement, and with the idea of getting into the open air he embarked in farming. He bought his present farm of 81 acres, situated in sections 7 and 18, Washington townshijx At that time the place was entirely unimproved and the changes wrought by Mr. Nothhouse in the past 20 years but serve to show what can be accomplished by a hard and persevering worker. His land is acknowledged to be equal to the best in the county, capable of a high state of cultivation and productive to the highest degree. He raises corn, rye, oats and hay, in addition to all kinds of choice vegetables and fruits, and has devoted considerable attention also to horses, cattle and hogs. His farm is all that an agriculturist could desire, well watered and well located, making one of the most comfortable homes in Washington township. Mr. Nothhouse has proved also the value of an outdoor life, having regained the health almost lost in the heat and fumes of chemicals in the factorv.

In 1873 Mr. Nothhouse married Barbara Ratzer, who was also born in Bavaria, and they have two children : Alargaret and Michael A., both exceedingly intelligent young people. They have had excellent educational opportunities and are favorites in local social circles. The family belong to the Catholic Church.

Politically, Mr. Nothhouse is identified with the Democratic party, but has never accepted any but school offices in his township. He has been very active in school niatters and is president of the Riverside School Board. In addition to his valuable farm, he owns property in St. Joseph, consisting of two houses and lots at i8th and OHve streets. He has always taken a public spirited interest in local affairs and has given his support to all movements which, in his opinion, were beneficial to the township. His contributions to religious work have been as liberal as his means would permit, and he stands, to-day, one of the most highly respected men of his communitv.

ON. ROBERT M. STEWART, one time (iovernor of the great imperial State of Missouri, a man of winning manner, brilliant intellect and compelling infiuence, whose greatest achievements were somewhat clouded by his personal eccentricities, began life as a farmer boy, born near Truxton. New York, March 12, 1815.

From the age of 17 until the age of 20. Mr. Stewart taught school in his native locality, and then went to Kentucky, where he studied law and was admitted to the bar, at Louisville. In 1839 he came to Buchanan County, Missouri, locating in Bloomington township and practicing wherever the court happened to sit, at Sparta or at Blacksnake Hills. So able and brilliant was he, that in 1845 '^^ elected to the State Constitutional Convention, and from 1846 to 1857 he served in the State Senate. In the latter year he was elected as a Democrat to succeed Governor Polk, upon the latter's resignation.

Governor Stewart was a delegate from Buchanan County to the famous convention of 1861. He ardently supported the Union and decried secession and he helped to save Missouri to the Union, an action which was of a national character. He was one of the projectors of the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad, helping to survey the line. It was mainly through his eloquence and logic that the right-of-way was secured. Governor Stewart never married. His death occurred September 21. 1 8/ I, and there was a g'eneral suspension of business in St. Joseph on the day of his funeral. His remains were laid away at Mount Mora Cemetery.

Governor Stewart's administration lacked the dignity which usually marks the g"ubeniatorial functions and, in a way, brought reproach upon the State, although personally he was beloved and admired generally, through individual characteristics. While many of his acts were disappointing and in some respects objectionable, it is not on record that he was ever a party to corruption or dishonesty, his faults being those of many of the brilliant men of history, who have been their own worst enemies. With all his faults, he was a good Governor, proud of the State which had honored him, an urgent advocate of her internal improvements and intolerant of those who wished to make capital out of her necessities. He was a man of intellectual power and of such courtly bearing upon occasion, that when he met the Prince of Wales, now King Edward VH, on his visit to St. Louis, the latter expressed himself more impressed by Governor Stewart's manner than by that of any other American.

His last years were passed at St. Joseph. An appointment as colonel of volunteers, bv General Fremont, was later rescinded, for reason, by General Halleck, and then his public career closed.

ON. JAMES M. JOHNSON, a prominent citizen of St. Joseph, judge elect of the Kansas City Court of Appeals, and senior member of the law firm of Johnson, Rusk & Stringfellow, was born in St. Joseph. Missouri, July 5, 1862. He is a son of James B. and Henrietta ]\I. (Albertson) Johnson.

The father of our subject, the late James B. Johnson, was born near Wheeling, Virginia (now West Virginia) . Init was reared in Ohio. Shortly after marriage he came to St. Joseph, Missouri, embarking in the stone and marble business in 1857, and following this industry through the greater part of his life. During the Civil War he served as a member of the Home Guards and was noted for his , firm adherence to the Union cause during that unhappy time, in the face of popular feeling casting his vote for Abraham Lincoln. He was just as firm in his religious convictions and until the close of his life, in 1895,

James B. Johnson, was united in marriage with Henrietta M. Albertson, who was born at Orleans, Indiana. She still survives and resides with a daughter at Los Angeles, California. The four children born to this union were : Flarriet M., who is the wife of F. A. Pollard, of Los Angeles, California ; James M., who is the subject of this record ; Alary L., who is the wife of Walter Boyt, of Des Moines, Iowa; and Benjamin F., who is the manager of the collection department of the law firm of Johnson, Rusk & Stringfellow.

Judge Johnson has spent the greater part of his life in St. Joseph, having been educated here in the common and high schools and pursued his law studies with prominent firms in this city, subsequently attaining high rank in his profession here. He entered upon the study of the law in the office of Crosby & Rusk in 1882, and was admitted to the bar in June, 1884. He has been in continuous practice in this city ever since, having been associated with a number of prominent attorneys of Buchanan County. He first entered the firm of Craig, Crosby, Rusk & Craig. Six months later he entered into partnership with W. K. James, which continued one year under the firm name of James & Johnson. He was then associated with James M. Wilsou. the present city counselor, under the style of Johnson & Wilson, until 1892, which partnership was followed by Dowe, Johnson & Rusk until 1895, when the present firm was established. The firm of Johnson, Rusk & Stringfellow carries on a general law practice and its ability and experience has brought it to the front in almost all the important litigation of this section. Mr. Johnson, the head of this strong firm, has been particularly prominent, and was admitted in October, 1902, to practice in the United States Supreme Court.

For years Mr. Johnson has been one of the. leaders in the Republican party in this section and his nomination to the position of judge of the Court of Appeals was both a tribute to his loyalty to his party and to his eminent fitness. His election to the office was undoubtedly a personal triumph as he is the first Republican ever so honored in this district. It was gratifying to him to note the loyalty of the citizens of St. Josei)h, who testified to their confidence by offering no opposition, regardless of party preference. He takes his place on the bench unhampered by political promises and that his administration will be one of spotless integrity none can question who know this man of strong- determination, clean, manly life and honorable standards. Judge Johnson was elected by a majority which placed him in the lead of the presidential ticket in Buchanan County and, with one exception, the State ticket in Kansas City and also in St. Joseph. This election will necessitate his removal to Kansas City and the severing of many pleasant social ties.

On November 30, 1887, Judge Johnson was married to Jessie Ambrose, who was born at Bloomington, Illinois, and is a daughter of J. W. and Hannah S. Ambrose. Mr. Ambrose settled at St. Joseph in Mrs. Johnson's childhood and she was a schoolmate with her husband. At the time of the death of Mr. Ambrose, in 1891, he was president of the Ambrose Manufacturing Company. His widow still survives. Judge Johnson and wife have four children : Donald W., Elsa, Jessie Clayton and S. M., the three oldev ones still students Episcopal Church

Judge Johnson is very prominent in ^Masonry, belonging to Charitv Lodge, No. 331, A. F. & A. M. ; Mitchell Chapter, No. 89, R. A. M. ; Hugh de Pavens Commanderv, No. 51, K. T. ; Moila Temple, A. A. O. N. M'. S. ; St. Joseph Lodge of Perfection, 14th degree, No. 6, A. A.. S. R. He belongs also to the Benton, Country and Commercial clubs of St. Joseph. For some years he served as president of the leading Republican club of this city and in this connection made hosts of friends. His future is looked to with much interest, for it is a significant fact that he has been a masterful force in whatever he has undertaken.

E\^ JAMES P. BRADY, pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church of St. Joseph, is one of the younger members of the clergy, who has been very rapidly advanced from one responsible position to another, for Father Brady has only been in the priesthood since 1897. lie was born in Nodaway County, Missouri, on April 18, 1873, and is one of a family of 10 born to his parents, William and Rose fGrowney) Brady.

Father Brady's early education was obtained in the common schools, but as his intellect developed he was given better opportunities at Conception College, where he graduated in the class of 1892. When he entered upon the study of theology and preparation for the priesthood, he went to Montreal, Canada, where he spent four years in Grand Seminary. Upon his return to Missouri, he entered the seminary at St. Louis, and was graduated there in 1897. On May 30, 1897, he was ordained to the priesthood, the solemn services being conducted by Rt. Rev. Bishop Burke, who is now Bishop of the St. Joseph Diocese.

Father Brady entered upon his clerical work as second assistant at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, a holy office he filled until he was advanced to be first assistant and continued in the latter position until February 20. 1904. when he was appointed to his present pastorate. St. Mary's has a congregation of 85 families and has a parish school attached, which is under the care of three Sisters. Father Brady was also chaplain at the Academy of the Sacred Heart and at the St. Joseph Hospital, while stationed at the Cathedral.

The people of St. Joseph have had a chance to see the quality of the work of Father Brady, during his pastorate in this city, and, irrespective of creed, combine to accord him the respect and esteem due to a good, faithful minister and an upright, cultured Christian man.

L. McDANIEL, one of the most prominent and extensive agriculturists of Center township, Buchanan County, has risen from the lowest round of the financial ladder to a position of means. He was born in Platte County, Missouri, June 19, 1850, and is a son of D. L. McDaniel, Sr., and his wife, Phoebe JNIoore. His grandfather, John McDaniel, was born in North Carolina, became a pioneer of Indiana and at the time of his death at the age of 80 years, was a resident of Platte County, Missouri. He was a soldier in the Mexican War, serving under Colonel Doniphan, who died in St. Joseph a few years ago.

D. L. r^icDaniel, Sr.. was born in Indiana and came to ^lissouri with his parents. He settled in Platte Countv, where he was married and resided until 1850. in that year he started for the gold fields of California, and with 15 others was drowned in Green River, which they were trying to cross in a wagon during high water. Our subject never saw his father. The wife of D. L. McDaniel. Sr., Pheobe Moore, was born in Indiana in 1826, and came to Missouri in a wagon

HISTORY OF BUCHANAN COUNTY AND ST. JOSEPHwith her parents at an early day. She was a (lau,q-hter of WilHam C. and Carrie Moore. She had two cliildren as a result of her union with Mr. McDaniel, - Melissa, of St. Joseph and D. L., Jr. She formed a second marital union, the issue of which was three sons and five daughters. Her death occurred at Faucett at the age of 71 years.

D. L. McDaniel was reared by his step-father and his mother, and at the age of five years was taken to Jefiferson County, Kansas, where he lived 10 years. He then came to Buchanan County, where he has since resided with the exception of two years spent in Platte Coimty. He has always followed farming, and although he never inherited a cent of money nor a piece of property from any one he became an extensive land-owner. His first purchase was a tract of 133 acres in Center township, and as his intelligent management gradually increased his means he added to his holdings until he owned 925 acres. A portion of this he has since divided among his children and still retains some 600 acres. On this property he has five dwelling houses (in two of which his two sons live), substantial barns, granaries and other necessary outbuildings. All improvements of consequence have been made by him. He set out a good orchard of fruit trees, and many shade trees as well. The place is equipped with standard-bred stock, which he raises, and the land is devoted to the raising of grain.

In 1873, Mr. McDaniel was united in marriage with Martha Moore, who was born in Crawford township, Buchanan County, Missouri, September 15, 1855, and has always lived here. She is a daughter of William and Elizabeth (Long) Moore, natives of Kentucky and Tennessee, respectively. Her maternal grandfather, John Lewis Long, came from Tennessee to this county and secured a farm for each of his 12 children in the same neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. McDaniel have eight children, as follows : Phoebe, who married Dr. G. W. Isaacs of Weatherby, Missouri, and has two sons, - Lyman G. and Donald ; E. P., who is married and lives one mile and a quarter from the McDaniel homestead on the Sparta road ; Larry, who lives at home ; Oscar D.. living a mile east of the homestead, who is married and has a son, - Odell ; and Maude, Elizabeth, Charles and Paul, who live at home. Politically, Mr. McDaniel has always been a Democrat and is in favor of the gold standard. He is a Royal Arch Mason, Knight Templar, and Mystic Shriner. He also

ON. FRANK B. FULKERSON, an attorney of St. Joseph, Missouri, and Member of Congress from the Fourth Congressional District, was born and reared in this State. He is a son of Frederick D. and Waity M. Fulkerson, and was reared on his father's farm in Lafayette County, Missouri.

Our subject attended the district school until prepared for college. He then entered Westminster College, Fulton, Missouri, from which he was graduated in 1888. For two years thereafter he was engaged in teaching, after which he entered law school, and took the regular course, receiving his degree from the Missouri State University in 1892, since which time he has been actively engaged in the practice of his profession. Mr. Fulkerson was married to Parthenia Mc- Melan in 1898. They are members of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Mr. Fulkerson is a Republican in politics.

( )N. HENRY M. RAM FY. Among the I)rominent men of Missouri whose biography can but add interest to a history of distinguished citizens, is Judge Henry M. Ramey, of St. Joseph, who is known all over the State as an eminent lawyer, admirable judge and honorable, useful citizen. He was born in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, February 14. 1844, and is a son of Daniel F. and Amanda Malvina (Young) Ramey.

The Ramey family, of French extraction and Huguenot faith, fled from France in the days of religious persecution, and found in Virginia a hospita'ble welcome and peaceful, quiet homes. The immediate ancestors of the father of Judge Ramey removed to the rich farming lands of Mississippi very early, and there Daniel F. Ramey carried on agriculture, reared his nine children and passed away in advanced age, a type of the old-time planter and open-hearted, hospitable vSouthern gentleman.

Civil War, her solicitude for her eldest son. our subject, tried her sorely, but she lived to see him pass practicall}' unharmed through that great struggle and, through his own efforts, make a name and fame for himself in a sister State.

Until he attained the age of 17 years, Henry ]M. Ramey's life was spent on his father's plantation, securing only such educational advantages as were afforded by the subscription schools of the locality, the course of study including only the common English branches. Although but a home-reared and home-loving boy at the opening of the Civil \\'ar, the times soon made a man of him and his determination was soon formed to take part in the coming strife. Much against his ])rudent father's will and his loving mother's counsel, he joined a party of his young friends. who at the time were students at the Louisiana State Military Institute, which was then under the charge of William T. Sherman, who later became so distinguished an officer in the Union Army.

This band of young men, enthusiastic in their devotion to the South and its institutions, disregarded the advice of friends and teachers and organized for themselves a military company, at Monroe, Louisiana, under the name of the *'Ouchita Blues," and straightway tendered their services to the executive of the State. Although the Governor declined their services as the quota had already been filled, he did not discourage them, offering arms and accoutrements and promising to call them when needed. Again their enthusiasm led them on and the company went to Lynchburg, Mrginia, offered their services to the Confederate government and on April 11, 1 86 1, the "Ouchita Blues" became a part of the Confederate forces, being mustered in, for three years or the war, as the Fourth Louisiana Battalion under the command of Colonel ^Iclnery. one of their number.

To this battalion was assigned the duty of guarding at Libby Prison, Richmond, Virginia, the Federal prisoners v.ho had been captured at the ])attle of Bull Run. In the succeeding winter this battalion operated under General Floyd in West Virginia, and afterward on the Georgia and South Carolina coasts, an incident of this service being the battle of Secessionville, on James Island, near Charleston. Later, it garrisoned Fort Jackson, below Savannah, and it was subsequently transferred to the Department of the Mississippi, under Gen. Joseph E. Johnston. At the solicitation of his devoted mother, our subject secured a transfer to the 14th Mississippi Regiment,

Mr. Ramey served under 'General Johnston in the rear of \'icksburg, during the period when General Grant was forcing the town's capitulation by General Pemberton, was under the same commander in the Tennessee-Georgia campaign, and participated in all the engagements from Resaca to Atlanta, and under General Hood in the operations against the rear of General Sherman's army. He fared much better than many of his companions, but he did not entirely escape injury. In the battle of Franklin, while engaged in a charge on the right of General Cockrell's brigade, he was wounded in the shoulder by a minie ball. This battle was simply a slaughter and he was one of the 10 of his company who came out alive. His wound prevented him from taking part in the battle of Nashville, but he subsequently resumed his place in the ranks, participated in the Carolina campaign under his old commander. General Johnston, and was with the troops sui^rendered by that distinguished officer to General Sherman, in April, 1865, at Greensboro, North Carolina.

During a period of four years of incessant activity, the youthful soldier faithfully discharged every dut}- devolving upon him, and immediately upon the restoration of peace, resumed his interrupted efforts to secure an education. Within two years he had acquired a liberal English education and application- to books increased his knowledge in every branch. After a short season on the farm, he started on a prospecting tour through the West, visiting Utah and Wyoming, and in 1868 his travels brought him to St. Joseph. He had decided to begin the study of the law and, in order to provide for his wants, secured employment in a hat store. All his available time was spent with his books. While thus engaged, he became acquainted with one who had a great influence on his life at that time, Hon. Plenry M. Vories, then a leading attorney at the ^lissouri bar. The attraction was mutual and continued for many years. In addition to valuable instruction, Mr. Vories stimulated his ambition and gave him use of his own library, both important helps to the struggling young student. His close application and unremitting study resulted in his admission to the bar in 1869 and in the following year he entered into practice.

tion. In 1874 he was elected prosecuting attorney of Buchanan County and was reelected in 1876. At the end of the second term he declined to again become a candidate and settled down to a largely increased private practice. In 1889 he was appointed by Governor Francis judge of Division No. 2, Circuit Court of Buchanan County, and at the ensuing election he received the Democratic nomination for the full judicial term, and was elected without opposition on his personal popularity, the Republicans declining to nominate a candidate. After eight years of service. Judge Ramey declined another nomination and again returned to his private practice, but in November, 1902, he was again elected judge of the Circuit Court and assumed the duties of the office on January i. 1903.

Judge Ramey was married on October 3, 1876, to Adele Vegely, who is a daughter of the late August F. Vegely, who died in St. Joseph in 1885. Two sons were born to this marriage. One of these, Henry M. Ramey, Jr., is one of the prominent young attorneys of St. Joseph, having his office in the German American Bank Building. The other, F. A. Ramey, is now preparing himself for commercial life. Judge Rame\ and family reside in one of the aristocratic sections of St. Joseph, having an elegant modern residence at No. 2805 Frederick avenue.

Judge Ramey has made an honorable record in his long judicial career. Personally he is a man of deep sympathies, with dignity of character and address, but in him the law has an infiexible exponent. In a marked degree he possesses those qualities inseparable from a successful administration of the judiciary. He is a profound lawyer and unites with an equable temperament, keen, analytical powers, lofty conceptions of the responsibilities of his position, absolute fearlessness in the discharge of duty and a tender leaning to the side of mercy.

ILLIAM LOGAN WILLIAMS is the proprietor of a beautiful tract of land in Buchanan County, known as the "Locust Grove Farm," which consists of 290 acres of cultivated fields and rich pastures, situated partly in Platte and partly in Buchanan County, on the dividing line. Mr. Williams was born near Fayette, in Howard County, Missouri, April 22. 1840 and is a son of Fielding and Mary Ann (Collet) Williams.

Fielding Williams was born in Kentucky, a son of James Williams, who came to Missouri at an early date. Fielding settled in Howard County, married there and followed tanning and farming until 1849. This year marked the great exodus to the West, and Mr. Williams started for California, overland, with his ox-team and equipment for mining. His death took place in California, in 1857, at the age of 57 years. He was a veteran of the Black Hawk War, and was a stanch Democrat all his life. He was a worthsmember of the Baptist Church.

Fielding Williams married Mary Ann Collet, who was also born in Kentucky and came in youth to Missouri with her parents. She still survives and resides with members of her family in Idaho, having reached the age of 86 years. The children of Fielding Williams and wife were : Alfred M., deceased; Sarah Jane (Grooms), deceased ; William Logan, of this sketch ; George W\, of Idaho; Mary (Jackson), deceased, who lived until her death in Idaho ; Samuel K. ; Amanda (Martin) ; and a child that died in infancy.

Our subject was about three years old when his parents came to Buchanan County and was 15 when they removed to i\tchison County, Kansas. During a two years' residence here, ^Ir. Williams had farming experience and became interested in the stock business with which he has been prominently identified for so many years, but he returned to the home farm for two years more. In 1862 he started for Idaho, crossing the plains and the moimtains with an ox-team and worked for a time at mining there. Subsequently he engaged for seven years in packing goods between Umatilla, Oregon, and Idaho City. In 1869 he returned to Buchanan County and engaged in the buying, feeding and shipping of stock, being very successful. After marriage he settled down to farming and stock-raising in this county, where lie has remained in business ever since, with tlie exception of two years spent in Kansas. "Locust Grove Farm" is justly noted for the high grade of its cattle and hogs, Mr. Williams keeping some 70 head of the former and 200 of the latter. He also grows grains indigenous to this climate, in both lines carrying on extensive operations.

On October 8, 1872, I\Ir. Williams married Sarah F. Buchanan, who was born in Clay County, Missouri, October 3, 1841, and removed to Platte County with her parents in 1844. She is a daughter of John and Eleanor (Ballingcr) Buchanan, who came to ^Missouri from Kentucky in 1836. The father died here aged J^^ years and the mother, aged 66 years. Our subject and wife have two children: NeUie and Jay Eldon, both at home. Air. Wilhams and wife are valued members of the Christian Church, taking an active interest in the various departments of church work. Politically, Mr. Williams has always been identified with the Democratic party. Having mining interests in California, he has made a number of trips to that State, but has never since traveled "in a manner similar to the

HARLES B. FRANCE, deceased, late preside\it of the State National Bank at St. Joseph, was one of the leading financiers of the State of Missouri. He was born in Roanoke County, Virginia, October 5, 1835, and w^as a son of John and Mary (McCullough) France.

When a lad of 17 years, he removed to Louisville, Kentucky, where he entered a bank. In 1854 he came to St. Joseph, Missouri, and entered the dry goods store of Donnell & Saxton as a clerk and remained about six years. He then gave up the mercantile business to accept the agency of the Overland Express & Freighting Company at Denver, where he remained for several years. In 1866 he returned to St. Joseph to accept the position of assistant cashier in the State Savings Bank, which in that year, had succeeded the State Bank of ]\Iissouri. At this time L. M. Lawson was president and Albe M. Saxton, cashier. In 1871 when the bank was reorganized, Mr. France became cashier, and in 1881, when Albe M. Saxton withdrew from the corporation. Mr. France was chosen to succeed him as president, which important office he held at the time of his decease, the State Savings Bank having become the State National Bank wath a paid-up capital of $1,000,000. He was a shrew'd and successful business man and an able financier and was identified with many of St. Joseph's successful business enterprises. He conceived the idea of establishing the Stock Yards at St. Joseph and promoted the company and floated the bonds which made the enterprise possible. Until his death he was president and the largest individual stockholder of the St. Joseph Stock Yards & Terminal Company, which was capitalized at $1,000,000. He secured for St. Joseph, soon after the Stock Yards were built, the Allerton Packing Company, the Moran Packing Company, and the

St. Joseph Packing & Transportation Company, all of which erected large packing plants, for that time, at least, which houses started and established the St. Joseph live stock market, into which Swift & Company ventured two years after ]\Ir. France's death and which has been increased to its present strong position. He was foremost in increasing the railroad facilities of St. Joseph and in the upbuilding of the city as a commercial center. He was interested in a number of local bond and investment companies and was a great believer in the future of St. Joseph real estate, being at the time of his death the largest individual taxpayer on real property in the city. His value as a business citizen can scarcely be overestimated.

Mr. France possessed initiative, clear judgment, keen foresight and strong nerve and once convinced that an enterprise was feasible left no stone unturned in making it a success. He was a man of great determination and possessed of remarkable business sagacity. His ability along these lines was so universally recognized by the best business men of the city that his counsel w^as sought in connection with the promotion of every enterprise of importance.

Mr. France was married in 1865 to ]\Iartha McDonald, daughter of Dr. Silas McDonald, one of St. Joseph's pioneer physicians, and they had nine children, of whom the following survived him : Robert D. : Sarah, widow of Charles E. Pratt ; and Albert L.

Probably Mr. France's death w^as the result of the great American disease - "overwork." With a weak heart, he still continued to manage and direct his many large enterprises and the strain became too heavy. After several months of impaired health, he was taken seriously ill and in a few days passed away, on August 29, 1895. He was ^survived by his w'idow and three children.

Politically, the late ]\lr. France was a Democrat but not a partisan, and accepted no political honors. He was a man of unusually attractive personalitv. and the confidence he inspired in men was truly based on his upright character. He was devoted to St. Joseph and showed his pride and interest by promoting her enterprises and fostering her industries. He was very generous, giving liberally to all worthy charities in a quiet manner, and was a loyal and true friend. This loyal friendship often cost him much. Fle was reserved and dignified in manner, yet gracious and genial at the proper time. He was an un- assuming man, with no cant in his makeup. He was unobtrusive in his tastes and avoided all l)ublicity. He was seldom seen at large gatherings of a public character. He found great pleasure in aiding ambitious and worthy young men, both by his wise counsel and by his means, to achieve success in business. He was a deacon of the First Presbyterian Church and took an active interest in all that concerned its welfare.

At the time of his death, Mr. France was president of the St. Joseph Clearing House Association, of which he was one of the founders. The following is an extract from resolutions passed by this association at the time of his death :

"Alone of all her successful citizens Mr. France limited his labors to the city of his first and only love. He seemed to want nothing that St. Joseph could not supply. Sensitively alive to everything pertaining to his beloved city, he here concentrated the results of his life's labors, and with untiring zeal and faith sought to make St. Joseph the great metropolis of the valley."

ILLIAM RIDENBAUGH. who enjoyed the distinction of publishing the first newspaper at St. Joseph, and who was more or less identified with the press in this State until the close of his life, was born at Bedford. Pennsylvania. February 19, 1821, and died at St. Joseph, Missouri. October 18, 1874.

Mr. Ridcnbaugh was a practical printer, learning his trade during years of apprenticeship in his native place, and was competent to serve in any capacity in a printing office, from the devil on up to the editorial chair. In 1843 ^^^ came West and located at Liberty, Missouri, where he worked two years and then came to St. Joseph. He brought with him the equipment for a i)rinting office, which had been rescued from the Missouri River, at Independence. It had been the machinery used by the Mormons in printing their paper the Star of the JVcsf. which had been wrecked by an anti-Mormon mob, the types and press being thrown into the water.

Mr. Ridcnbaugh, with this beginning, established the St. Joseph Gazette, a weekly newspaper, the first number of which appeared April 2.S. iSdSThis he sold in 1854. but in 1868 he repurchased it and continued as one of its publishers until 1872. Tie had become very prominent in Democratic politics, served as clerk of the Circuit Court and held other political positions. For a number of years he was chairman of the Democratic County Central Committee and twice was a delegate to Democratic national conventions.

Mr. Ridcnbaugh was twice married; first to Hannah Creal, of Wathena. Doniphan County, Kansas, who was survived by six children. In 1870 he married Mary Baker, and they had one son. - George Young.

Mr. Ridcnbaugh was a man of kind and generous impulses. He was a prominent figure during some of the city's most stirring days. Alv>ays enthusiastic in favor of what he believed right, he was bitter in his opposition to dislionesty. He gave beyond his means to qharity and contributed no little to the upbuilding of many of the city's enterprises.

Stephen J. Greenard's father was born in Bennington County, Vermont, and served in the war of 18 1 2. He removed to Licking County, Ohio, and there resided until his death. Stephen J. Greenard was a boy when he removed with his father to Licking County. Ohio, and while there he worked on the Ohio Canal from Cleveland to Portsmouth. In 1838, he came to Audrain County, Missouri, and acquired a half section of land in its wild state, which he clearecfan.d cultivated. In 1844 he came to Buchanan County, Missouri, and settled in Vvdiat is now Agency township, where he eventually acquired 633 acres of good farm land and engaged in general farming and stock-raising. He died January 8, 187T. and his wife survived him until September. 1879. He was joined in marriage with ]\lary (Crisv.'ell) White, who was born in Ross County, Ohio. Her father, who was a native of Virginia, moved to Pennsylvania and later to Ohio. They had four children, as follows: William, deceased in 1868, who was a farmer; Mary R., who lives in Agency township on the old home place; Franklin, who died voung; and Alfred F. ]\lr. Greenard was a Democrat in politics in late life, having formerly been a Whig.

Charles Anton Pfeiffer

Alfred F. Greenard received but a limited education in the public schools, attending the primitive log school house of his district. He engaged in farming in Agency township until 1879, then moved to his present farm in Tremont township. He established a store at Garrettsburg, which he successfully conducted for many years, and for a period of 24 years served as postmaster of that place. He has a farm of 530 acres in section 10, which he rents, and also rents his store at Garrettsburg at the present time. He formerly farmed on an extensive plan and was a large stock-raiser. He has alwavs lived in this county, is well known to its people and is highly respected.

In 1876, Judge Greenard was joined in marriage with jNIary J. \\'hitson, a native of this county and a daughter of \\'illiam ^I. and Ann Smith Whitson, the former a native of Tennessee and the latter, of Virginia. Her parents came to Buchanan County, Missouri, in 1839, and lived here until death. Mrs. Greenard clied May 2, 1894, leaving the following children : Dr. William S., who lives at Amity. Colorado; Mamie, wife of Samuel Devall, who lives on a part of her father's farm ; Jewett F., living upon a part of his father's farm, who married Maude Gillette and has one son - Virgil; Julia D.. wife of J. P. Lyking, who lives with her father ; and Edith M., who died February 16, 1902, aged 19 years. Judge Greenard has always been active in Democratic politics, and served in the capacity of justice of the peace many years, and as county judge during 1885-86. He was at one time a member of Company D, 8ist Reg., Enrolled ]\lilitia of Missouri. Fraternallv, he is a member of the Blue Lodge, A. F. & A. ^L, at Saxton ; and the Odd Follows lodge at Agency.

HARLES ANTON PFEIFFER,.one of St. Joseph's most influential and useful citizens, whose portrait accompanies this sketch, is president of the Pfeiffer Stone Company, which is widely known tin-oughout Missouri and adjoining States. He was born at Sigmaringen, Hohenzollern, Germany, December 19, 1844, and is a son of Joseph and Aloise (Waldschuetz) Pfeifter.

of December, 1848. he left Donaueschingen. Baden, Germany, journeyed fia Strasburg. Metz and Paris, France, and embarked at Havre, France, on the sailing vessel "Sarah Sheaf" for New York, where he hoped to find a good opening for his trade as an expert ornamental carver and stone cutter. He reached the great metropolis on the 9th of March. 1849. and as conditions seemed favoral)le sent for his wife and son, who left Pfullendorf, Baden. Germany, on the 25th of August, 1849. sailing on the ship "Jenny Lind" and arriving in New York. October 2. 1849. The family resided in New York. Philadelphia and Chicago until i860, when they came to St. Joseph, reaching this city on April 17th of that year. Mr. Pfeiffer immediately secured quarters on the north side of Felix street, between Fourth and Fifth streets, where he remained until 1863, doinsr the cut stonework on the State Bank Building, corner Fourth and Felix streets, now the [Missouri \'alley Trust Building, and the stores adjoining the same. In 1863 he removed to the corner of Ninth street and Frederick avenue, in 1866 to the corner of Sixth and Charles streets, and in 1868 to Fourth and Locust streets, where the business has since been conducted on an extensive scale. Joseph Pfeifter died November 22. 1900. and the business of the Pfeifter Stone Company, which was incorporated in 1881. is continued with Charles A. Pfeiffer as president and E. W. Gensen as secretary and treasurer.

Charles A. Pfeiffer was very thoroughly educated, attending both German and English schools wherever the family was located during his youth. At St. Joseph he continued his education in the night schools and completed the commercial course at Bryant & Stratton's Business College. From his father he learned the trade of stone cutting, mastering its every detail and acquiring a knowledge that has been of infinite service to him in the management of the large company of which he is president. This company. establish'Cd bv his father in t86o, was incorporated as the Pfeiffer Stone Company in 1881 and our subject was elected president. It has conducted a verv extensive business and has gained fame as the producer of the widely known Batesville Marble. The company's quarries and plant, located near Batesville, Arkansas, on the St. Louis, Iron IMountain & Southern Railway, are on a very large scale and are conducted imder the superintendency of Otto Pfeiffer. son of Charles A. Pfeiffer ; from these quarries they are supplying the stone for the new $2,000,000 State Capitol Building, now being erected at Little Rock, Arkansas. The St. Joseph plant is under the forenianship of Joseph A. Pfeiffer, son of Charles A. Pfeiffer.

In 1864 and 1865, our subject served in the Civil War as a member of Com])any B, 87th Reg., Missouri Militia, under Capt. Louis Hax. Soon after coming to St. Joseph, he became interested in politics, the times favoring strong convictions. As an intelligent, reliable and substantial citizen he has been prominently connected with city affairs. He was corresponding secretary of the St. Joseph Board of Trade in 1871, one of the water commissioners under Mayor Hosea and a member of the committee to draft a contract with the St. Joseph Water Company (which was not accepted) under Mayors Shepherd and Vories. He is a Republican and served in the City Council as alderman at large and as chairman of the finance committee from 1890 to 1892. In 1898 he was chosen as Republican nominee for mayor, and his defeat at the polls by Dr. Kirschner was in no sense a personal one, but a political mistake caused by a factional quarrel in his party. He has taken a deep interest in all public movements here, has supported educational and charitable enterprises and has given his means and influence to everything promising to be of permanent and substantial benefit to the city. He was One of the trustees of the Hall School, a member of the boatd of directors of the Free Public Library, of which he has been secretary and treasurer for the past eight years, and has been LTnited States jury commissioner during the past six years.

On November 7, 1871, Mr. Pfeififer was married in St. Joseph to Louise Charlotte Koch, who was born in Clinton, Louisiana, and is a daughter of Gerhardt and Josephine Koch. They have seven children : Otto, Edward C, J'oseph Anton, Agatha Louise. Alma Pauline, Mary Elizabeth and Helena. But once has death invaded this happy family, Edward C. dying at the age of 19 months. The handsome family home is located at No. 1 7 17 Sbuth 20th street.

Mr. Pfeifi'er enjoys his fine library, particularly its works on practical science, mechanics and political economy, and he keeps well abreast of the times in public affairs. Like many others of his nationality, he has talent and taste in music, was formerly a member of the Philharmonia Society, and. has membership in newer organizations. Religiously, he is a consistent Catholic and attends worship at the Cathedral.

ON. JASON H. LANDIS, formerly county judge from the First District of Buchanan County, is one of the bestknown agriculturists of Agency township, where he has resided for many He was born in Rockingham County, \"irginia, November 17, 1845, ^"<^1 is a son of Henry B. and IMary (Huling) Landis.

The Landis family was established in this country in colonial days by three brothers, who were obliged to leave their native land, Germany, because of political views. Upon arriving in America, they located in Philadelphia. Henry, the paternal grandfather of our subject, was born in Pennsylvania, but at an early day moved to X'irginia, where most of his life was spent, there becoming a man of wealth and influence. Henry B. Landis, father of Jason H., was born in Rockingham County, Virginia, in December, 1812, and followed his trade as a carpenter there until 1854, when he removed to Iowa. He remained in Iowa imtil shortly before his death which occurred in Buchanan County, Missouri. He was a Democrat in politics, and religiously was a member of the INIethodist Episcopal Church. His wife, Mary Huling, was born in Rockingham County, Virginia, in October, 1821, and was a daughter of Joseph and Susan (INIurray) Huling. She died in Iowa at the age of 51 years, having given birth to the following children : Rebecca (Smith), deceased; Louise (Scull), of St. Joseph ; Jason H. ; Peter, of Buchanan County ; Frank, deceased; William, of St. Joseph: Susan. who died young; Jennie (Bealls), of Buchanan County ; Edward, of St. Joseph ; and Holland, of Buchanan County.

Jason H. Landis was nine years of age when he accompanied his parents to Louisa County, Iowa, where they lived on a farm near Wapello. He continued there until t868, when he came to Buchanan County, Missouri, and entered the employ of Albe M. Saxton. He continued with him for three years, working by the month, then rented a farm which he conducted with success for a period of five years. At the end of tbtime he purchased a tract of 80 acres in section 8, tov/nship 56, range 34, in Agency township, ar ' to this he added until he owned i'8t acres, which now make up his home farm. This land was covered with timber and brush wlicn first acquired by him and it rc(|uirc(l hard labor to clear it and place it in tillable shape. He has made extensive improvements, building a good home and two barns, and has succeeded beyond the average. He raised wheat for many years, but in recent years has devoted his attention to stockraising. He has always been a stanch Democrat, and frequently has served as delegate to conventions. He served as county judge during the years of 1897 and 1898, and gave eminent satisfaction in discharge of the duties of that office.

In 1868, Judge Landis was united in marriage with Mary Catherine I\Iann, who was born in Pennsylvania, October 4. 1849, ^"d is a daughter of Fleming and ]\Iary Ann Mann, both natives of Pennsylvania. Two daughters blessed this union: I\Iinnie Lulu, deceased; and Ida May, who married John Karns, of Buchanan County, and has three children : George, Fay and Jason L. Religiously, the family belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church. Fraternally, Judge Landis i? a prominent member of the Blue Lodge, A. F. & A. M. He is a man of great strength of character, and is held in highest esteem.

ON. HENRY S. KELLEY, LL. D., of St. Joseph, who has been prominent in legal and political circles in Buchanan County and the Northwest for the past 30 years, has name and fame as author and lecturer over a much wider territory. Judge Kelley was born on the T8th of December, 1832, near Cincinnati. Ohio, and is a son of Samuel and Mary (Holder) Kelley.

William Kelley, the paternal grandfather of Judge Kelley, was born near Dublin, Ireland, and came to the United States in young manhood. He settled first in Pennsylvania, then removed to Ohio, in the early days of the founding of Cincinnati, and that he had thoroughly adopted this country as his home could scarcely have ISeeu shown than by the faithful service given by himself and his tv/o sons, John and David, in the war of 18 1 2. They w^ere present at Hull's surrender. William Kelley married a member of the Wallace family, also of Irish extraction, who was a greataunt of Gen. Lew Wallace of military and literary fame. William Kelley became a man of affairs, prominently connected with a number of public enterprises, one of these being the building of the Miami Canal, for which he held the contract.

a number of workmen. After following the business for several years, he sold out and then settled down to an agricultural life fc5r the remainder of his days. In 1840 he removed from Hamilton County, Ohio, to Wayne County, Indiana, later to Henry County, and still later to Grant County, in the same State. In the last named county he died in 1878, respected by all who knew him, as a man of upright, honorable life. He married Mary Holder, who was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, her parents having removed thither from Pennsylvania. Her death also occurred in Grant County, Indiana, in 1878. Of the 11 children of this marriage, to grew to maturity and four still survive. The intense loyalty of this family was shown by five of the brothers entering the Unio]i Army during the Civil War, two of whom, Samuel and William, never returned. Both parents were members of the Christian Church.

While Judge Kelley's boyhood was filled with various duties incident to settlement in a new locality and the work which always presses on a farm, his education was not neglected, both father and mother being intelligent and anxious to afford their numerous children every opportunity in their power. He attended the district schools in his neighborhood, and, after the family settled in Grant Count}-, he found a chance to attend a select school at Marion, the county seat, by working for his board and tuition. During his last session there, he boarded at the home of James Brownlee, the county auditor, who took a great interest in the youth and encouraged him and gave him instruction in law for which the ambitious student paid by office work. Fortunately, about this time, the postmaster required an assistant and, as an exemplary, able young man, the future judge was given the position. He continued his law studies until he was admitted to the bar in 1854, having previously done a little practicing, although but 21 years of age.

He immediately entered into active practice and his ])ersonal popularity was shown by his election, in the same year, as chstrict attorney for the district composed of the counties of Blackford, Delaware and Grant. He served one term as district attorney and in 1856 he was elected judge of the same district, perhaps the youngest judge in the United States. He served in that position for four years, being only 23 years of age at the time of his election, and the efficiency of his service testified to the thoroughness of his legal knowledge as well as to an unusual mental development. In t86t Judge Kelley went to South

Dakota, locating at \'crmilion. Soon after he was made a member of the staff of Gen. James Bouge, of the State miUtia. There he entered upon the practice of the law and became interested in many of the public enterprises of the locality. It was through his eff'orts that a road was located and surveyed from Lake Shetek, Minnesota, to Sioux Falls. South Dakota, and a mail route established, which was afterward abandoned on account of Indian troubles. Pleased with the country and its prospects, he located on a claim in 1862, but soon found the country yet too uncivilized to afford a safe or comfortable home, Indian massacres and depredations being of frequent occurrence. Therefore he spent the winter of 1863 at Sioux City, Iowa, and in the following spring returned to Grant County, Indiana, called there to assist in some legal business. Until the fall of 1864 he resided at Marion, Indiana, engaged in practice, and then located at W^abash, where he became editor of the WabasJi Tribune, and built up a lucrative practice.

In x-\ugust. 1866, Judge Kelley removed to Missouri, settling at Savannah, where he became an active practitioner and where, m 1869, he was elected alderman. In 1870 the Republicans made him their candidate for circuit judge, but he was then defeated, but in the spring of 1872, at a s]iecial election, he was nominated on the same ticket for the same office, his able opponent being Judge Thomas Collins, and he was elected judge of the 29th Judicial Circuit. In 1874 he was reelected, and again six years later. In 1884 he was the unanimous choice of his party for the Congressional nomination, but was defeated in the election by the late Hon. James N. Burnes. Since 1887 J^^^ge Kelley has made his home in St. Joseph and has continued in the practice of his profession. In 1873, on the organization of the department of law, in the University of Missom-i. Judge Kcllev was aiipointed lecturer on criminal law and practice, and on pleading and practice, and continued to lecture on these subjects in that institution for the succeeding 16 years, resigning the position in 1889, on account of the pressing demands of his business. Judge Kelley was splendidly equipped for this work and his learning and sound com|)rehension of law and jurisprudence, combined with his fine oratory, made his lectures of the greatest value to students. Judge Kelley's scholarly ability is shown in his published works, mainly on subjects pertaining to the law, and l)eginning as early as 1868. His work on "Civil Law" has passed through three editions ; "Kelley's Probate Guide," written in 1871, has had three editions, as has "Kelley's Criminal Law and Practice," published in 1877, which is found in eyery law library, being considered one of the most valuable works on the subject in recent years. Judge Kelley has ample means, owning a number of valuable tracts of real estate in the city, a valuable fruit farm in Andrew County and other property. In 1882 the degree of Doctor of Laws was conferred by the LIniversity of Missouri.

In 1855 Judge Kelley was married, at Sturgis. Michigan, to Adelia Harlan, who was born at Marion, Indiana, and is a daughter of Hon. Andrew J. and Delia (Hendricks) Harlan. Mr. Harlan still survives, at the age of 90 years, the only survivor of the 31st Congress, in which body he served two terms. He was a very prominent politician of Indiana, and for seven years was a member of the State Legislature of Indiana. He was Speaker, during 1867 and 1868. of the Missouri House of Representatives, and for one term was speaker of the House of Representatives of the Dakota Legislature. He was appointed by President Harrison and served four years as postmaster at Wakeeney, Kansas Mr. and Mrs. Harlan now live in Savannah, INIissouri.

Mrs. Kelley was reared at ^Marion, Indiana, and was educated mainly at St. Augustine Convent, at Fort Wayne, Indiana. Her death occurred on February 9, 1900, at St. Joseph. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and an active worker in all its various departments and in other charitable organizations. The six children who survive her are : David B., Samuel H., Henry S., Mary, Ralph and Thalia.

David B. Kelley was born in Grant County, Indiana, was educated at the University of Missom-i, was appointed postmaster at Savannah by President Arthur, and is now a practicing attorney at St. Joseph. He married Flora lUiis. Samuel H. Kelley is a graduate of Columbian College, of Washington. D. C, from which he received the degree of LL. B., was adjudicator of claims in the United States Treasury Department from 1882 to i88,S, and was then appointed chief clerk of the United States Land Office at Wakeeney, Kansas, November t, 1886. This position he resigned and removed in 1889 to Scott Citv, Kansas, wdiere he enofaged in the practice of law and edited and published the Scott County Nein's, later entering into practice with his father at St. Joseph. In 1888 he was nominated for the Legislature from Scott County, Kansas, and in

1890 was made the Republican nominee at St. Joseph. In 18S9 he was united in marriage with Juha Graham, who was born at Berrien Springs, Michigan. Henry S. Kelley was graduated at the Ensworth Medical College, St. Joseph, in the class of 1893, and is practicing medicine at Fillmore. Missouri. Mary is Mrs. S. M. Marshall, of San Diego, California. Ralph Kelley is a graduate of the Central ^Medical College, in the class of 1903, and is practicing medicine and surgery at Amazonia, ^Missouri. Thalia remains with her father at home.

Judge Kelley has always been a stanch Republican and for many years led in the councils of his party. He belongs to the Ancient Order of United Workmen and the Degree of Honor. He has long been held in the highest esteem by his fellow citizens, as one who has brought honor to both the bench and bar of his State and one who, both in public and private life, realizes the highest standard of citizenship.

OL. JOHN DONIPHAN. The State of Missouri has had many distinguished citizens who have taken prominent positions in the activities which have made her the great and noble commonwealth she is. and among these must be classed that eminent statesman, lawyer, orator and historian. Col. John Doniphan, who passed out of life, at his home in St. Joseph, on December 9, 190 1. His parents were Thomas Smith and Rebecca (Frazee) Doniphan.

The genealogical record of the Doniphan family reveals the fact that it descended from Spanish ancestors. One Don Alphonso Iphan. the remote progenitor, was a Spanish cavalier who was knighted by Philip II for gallantry on the battlefield during the Moorish wars. He drifted to Scotland and there the name acquired a Scottish burr and still later, in the Engflish tongue, became Doniphan. His son accomplished John Smith to Jamestown in 1607. and in 1650 his grandson, who had married Margaret Mott. a Scotch heiress, was banished by Cromwell to \'irginia. whither the Mott family accompanied him. Charles II, upon coming into his own. rewarded their fealty by giving the family a valuable grant of land in the northern neck of X'irginia. This finally came into the possession of one, Mott Doniphan, a vestryman for many years in the Church of England, in Prince George County, \ irginia. His son, Alexander Doniphan, remained on the old estate and there was born Joseph Doniphan, the paternal grandfather of the late Col. John Doniphan.