Chariton County, Missouri - The whole text, 1896 (part 3 of 6)

In some respects there is a different social atmosphere here from that of older counties of eastern states. Old traditions have })een thrown aside, former predjudices uprooted and new standards adopted by which men are judged. There is more of a disposition to judge people by their own merits and value them accordingly. A family name which gives the owner a certain local prestige in a far eastern county is of no particular value one thousand miles away, where one's associates, not having had the honor of his grandfather''s acquaintance, estimate one according to his own value and not fc)r what that respected ancestor may have done. Warmhearted, generous, hospitable are the dwellers in Chariton county; pursuing pleasure with the same keen avidity with which they grasp business opportunities, active and aml>itious and thoroughly in earnest in whatever they undertake. Chariton county is the ideal home for young people, who though they may have little capital, but brains and ambition, and a determination to win success if perseverance and application will do it, will always

In Chariton county the stranger will lind the same social and moral standards found in other localities, only in some respects ideas have been broadened with wider opportunities. There is the same subtle influence in the atmosphere, that keeps the nervous energy to a little higher tension and sharpens the mental facidties so that the people think they are a little keener in the conduct of business, appreciate the good things of life more thoroughly and take the cares more lightly than they formerly did. In Chariton county the stranger will tine people from l)leak New England, from the Sunny South, and from the Queen's Dominion, who have come with diverse manners and customs and varying traditions, different in aims and purposes; engaged in building up a county, second to none in the union in all that makes a community strong wealthy and happy.

ALISBURY, the acknowledged metropolis of Chariton county and one of the most peaceful, happy and prosperous cities of two thousand live hundred inha])itants, handso.iiely located upon an elevated prairie and surrounded l)y one of the most beautiful and productive agricaltural reo-ions to be found upon the face of the globe, was organized into a city, of the fourth class, under the laws of the state classifying and governing cities '%2j/) ^^-^ ^^^^ various classes, in 1882. Prior Bibo, a soldier in >f 6 the war of 1812, was the original owner of the land upon [^ which the main part of the city noAv stands. Bibo drew 320 acres which he transferred to one John Bull, he in turn selling the land to one James Bennett. In 1856 Judge Lucius kSalisbiny, father of the, city that now bears his name, paid Bennett 'l-iOO in gold for the two quarters. Two years later Judge Salisbury moved to his farm, erecting a box house as a temporary place of abode, until he could complete a more substantial structure, which was a frame house of two rooms, and stood upon what has since been known as the "Salisbury Square." The city of Salisbury was laid out April 1, 1867, by Judge L. Salis))ury, G. W. Williams and O. W. Lusher. The first l)usiness establishment operated in the city was a ))lacksmith shop run by one John Culver. John H. Thomas opened the first general store. The post-oflice was located here in 1863 and was kept at the residence of Judge Salisbury, who conducted an entertainment house, known as "Stop-a-while, where travelers and the stage coach stopped. In 1870 the city had grown until it had a population of 626. According to the census of 1880, the population was only 908, while the next ten years increased the number to 1,700.

To-day Salisbury has upwards of 2, .500 loyal, enterprising, proofressive citizens, who are proud of their city and the steady growth and })rosperity it has enjoyed. Why shouldn't they be? Located on the main line of the Wa])asli railroad, in direct connection with the great markets of Chicago, St. Louis and Kansas City, surrounded by a soil unequaled in fertility and with a climate that is both healthy and de- lio;htful, Salisbury stands with head erect, " Queen of the Prairie, " enveloped in a nineteenth-century atmosphere, ready to challenge the world in the race of progress. Nowhere in the whole country can you find a city with a larger proportion of beautiful homes or with more churches and educational institutions or with Ijetter facilities for advancement than here. An unquestioning faith in her future kindles the spirit of enterprise among her citizens causing them to unite, eager to work for her upbuilding. Men love to work where there is a promise of reward and a sure foundation to rear the structures of their hopes, and in Salisbury they work without question or doubt, and watch with pleased eyes and grateful hearts the fruits of their labor in the upbuilding of the city. Salisbury, of to-day, possesses many attractive features of which her citizens have just J$ reasons for feeling proud. They are proud of the location of the city and its excellent natural drainage; proud of their lousiness houses and the enterprising spirit of the merchants ; proud of the broad, shady streets, l)ordered on either side by beautiful homes, answering all the demands of wealth, refinement and ease, adding beauty to ' utility and blending the prac- Salisbury's first business house. tical with the ideal. Salisburians take pride, too, in the social advantages to be found here, for a more social people are not to l)e found. In the way of church organizations, various shades of religious belief and creeds here tind congenial environment, and are represented by twelve different organizations, in charge of pastors of more than ordinary al)ility, who lal)or unceasingly, not only in looking after the intellectual welfare of their congregations, but are active in promoting the social culture in all things conducive to the highest ideal f)f Christian manhood and womanhood. Another source for great pride are the educational advantages offered here to-day, unequaled by any city of doul)le population in North Missouri. Salisbury is pre-eminently a city of schools, as well as of churches, but as they are more extensively spoken of elsewhere we refrain from comments here. Art has its home in Salisbury and there are those amono; its devotees whose names may become household words throughout the land. Music has her gifted representatives and literature her followers whose names may yet become familiar fireside words throughout America.

A City Of Churches

A CITY OF CHURCHES. As has been previously stated, Salisbury is pre-eminently a city of churches, as well as of schools, there being eleven substantial and elegant structures to testify to the religious convictions of her citizens. Perhaps no other city of equal size in North Missouri has, in proportion to its wealth, expended so much for the cause of Christianity. Salisburians are justly proud of their churches, the influence of which is felt and appreciated throughout the community.

First Baptist Church

This church was organized on the ninetheenth day of January, 1867, at the old Union church, two miles southwest of Salisbury, by Elders Louis EUedge and W. L. T. Evans, but one year later was moved to this city where services were held at the city hall until the erection of their present commodious structure, the largest in the city, which was built in 1869, costing $3,432.42. This building however has undergone many modern improvements and changes, until now it presents a marked contrast to the original structure. The interior is nicely carpeted and handsomely furnished and presents a very cozy, inviting ap})earance. The original organization was composed of twenty-flve members, while the present membership numbers over three hundred. Rev. Louis Elledge served as the first pastor. The first trustees of the church were M. L. Hurt, Eli Wayland, and W. C. AA'right. This organization has always been very strong, numerically and financially; and very active in work. Services are held every Sunday morning and evening. Rev. S. P. Brite, being in charge as pastor. Prayer meetings are held every Wednesday evening. The ladies of the church have benevolent and missionary societies, home and foreign and do a good and noble work.

Cumberland Presbyterian Church

This church was organized in 1873 with W. R. Slaughter, Mary E. Slaughter, F. T. Dysart, Lou. E. Dysart, Susan E. Dysart, Pollen Williams, Mary J. Ellington, L. D. Brummall and C. A. Brummall as the original memliers. As stated elsewhere the church property was built by the first presbyterians, and sold under a deed of trust, when it was l)()Ught in by W. R. Slaughter and sold it jointly to the Methodist and Cuml)erland Presbyterians, the latter in 1885 acquiring entire control. 8ince, the building has undergone a complete transformation, especially upon the interior now is one of the best furnished churches in the city. Rev. H. 1). Maness is now in charge as pastor, his flock numl>ering something like 125. In addition to services being held every Sunday, well attended prayer meetings convene each Wechiesday evening and a number of societies from time to time.

Church, South

This organization was made in 1869, with seven members; namely: John Redding, Rebecca Redding, Jno. T. Marr, Mrs. J. K. Marr, J. M. McMurry, S. E. McMurry and Charles W. Hogan. Until 1885, the Methodist people shared property with the Guml)erhind Presbyterians when they disposed of their interest and erected the projierty they now occupy, ol)served by the accomjjanying illustration. This organization has enjoyed a very prosperous growth, until now the mem])ership is about two hundred. The l)uilding is nicely furnished and seated with opera chairs. Services are conducted each Sunday, by Rev. James Ramsey, pastor, who this fall will close his second four years

First Presbyterian Church

The tirst church Iniildinoj erected in Salisbury was built in 1868 by the above oro^anization and is now the property of the Cumberland Presliyterian people. This organization was small, a Mr. Webber beino- the rulino- elder. Due to the removal and death of members the organizations was forced to sell their property and disband. However the church was again reorganized in 1878, when a neat structure was erected on 4th street, which they have since occupied. The present menibership numbers about fifty.

Christian Church

Among the various churches of Salisbury which have enjoyed a highly satisfactory growth, we note with pleasure that of the Chsistian church, organized in 1873 with the following membership : J. N. Moore, L. C. Moore, L. Silvey, Charlotte Silvey, Mrs. C. J. Via, Mrs. Mary Baily, Mrs. M. Dulany, Mrs. C. Dempster, J. H. Hickerson and wife, F. B. Phil pott and wife, Calvin Sweeney and wife, and R. L. Osborne. The building now occupied by this denomination is a nice frame structure, well furnished, and erected in 1883 at a cost of $1,800. Rev. G. D. Edwards is at this time in charge as pastor, services l)eino; held twice each month. As with the other churches mentioned, there is connected with the church a flourishing Sunday school and one or two society organizations for missionary work, which meet regularly and accomplish much good work for the cause of Christianity. The present membreship numbers about one hundred and seventy-five.

German Eve. Lutheran Church

This church was organized in Salisbury with only twelve memliers in 1887, but the church property they now occupy, in the north part of the city, was not erected until during the fall and winter of '89 and '90. It is a frame structure, nicely finished ofi', and erected at a cost of 1900, which stands as a credit to the enterprise and loyalty of the members of this denomination. The present membership is about forty. At present. Rev. Wockenfuss is in charge as pastor.

German M. E. Church

This organization is an offspring of the Bowling Green church, and was estaljlished in Salisliury with about twenty-five members in 1889. The property they now occupy was erected the same year, at a cost of about $1,000 Rev. Rompel is the pastor in charge.

St. Joseph Catholic Church

With sixteen members was ororanized in Salisbury in 1874, their house of worship being erected the same year at a cost of $800.00 and was dedicated by Bishop Kyan, of St. Louis. The present membership now numbers about fifty families, and Rev. Father Jno. L. Gadel is in charo^e as pastor. Through his instrumentality the church property was removed to a different location in the city in '92, when $1,600 was expended in its improvement, and enlargement,

Colored Churches

Salisbury has three colored church organizations, who have property that certainly reflects much credit upon the thrift and management of the members. As a rule, Salisbury's colored people are peaceable, law-abiding citizens, among whom are found many of more than ordinary intelligence, hence it is not sur[)rising that they suppoi't three regular organizations in an approved manner.

The above illustration shows an interior view of L. T. Jackson's Palace Barber Shop, North Second street, Salisbury, Mo. The room is laro;e, well lighted and ventilated and newly furnished throughout. Elegant bath i-ooms are handsomely furnished at rear end where hot and cold l)aths can be o-iven any time of day.

Fraternal Organizations

In a previous article we have stated that Chariton county was pre-eminently a county of fraternal organizations, and what is true of the county in that respect is especially true of Salisbury. In this city there are at the present time nine secret organizations, all of which have a most creditable memliership and are enjoying a healthy, substantial growth. Salisbury Lodge No. 208, A. F. & A. M., the first lodge organized in the city, was instituted May 18, 1867, and has since been an active and influential organization. The lodge numbers about 95 members, S. F. Tranunel being Worshipful Master. Regular meetings are held on the Tuesday evening on or before the full moon of each month. White Stone Royal Arch Chapter, No. 57. was organized November 10, 1867, with twelve members and has enjoyed a satisfactory increase.

The second lodge organized in the city was Salisbury Lodge, No. 236, I. O. O. F. instituted June 20, 1870, with six charter members, only two of whom are now living and reside in Salisbury; namely, M. R. Williams and R. M. Jones. The growth of this lodge numerically and financially has been all that could have been desired or expected. It has performed a good and noble work in this community the influence of which has been felt and appreciated. The present enrollment contains the names of 90 members. P^dward C. Westenkeuhler is the present Noble Grand. Regular sessions are held each Friday night. In connection with the I. O. O. F. is the Daughters of Rebekah, who have a very prosperous organization and occupy the same hall.

The third secret organization instituted in the city was Salisbury Lodge No. 252, A. O. U. W., organized July 15, 1883, with twenty charter members. In the thirteen years of its existence this lodge has also made a very commendable advancement in the point of numbers and usefullness. The present membership is aljout 60 with John Le- Gendre as Master Workman.

Cloudine Lodge No. 179, Knights of Pythias, was instituted September 29, 1890, with about 36 charter members, and the rapid growth with which it has met has indeed been remarkable. The present membership is about 95 with John B. Hayes as Chancellor Commander. The Rathbone Sisters is a comparatively new organization in connection with the K. P. lodge, but has a good membership and is in a healthy active condition.

properly ventilated and conveniently located which never fails to impress upon visiting; lirethren the pride and interest taken in fraternal work in this city.

Considering its age and the financial condition of the country at the time of its organization the most phenomenal growth made by any organization in the city has been that of the Knights of E([nity, the first lodge of which was instituted in this city, November ist)4-. The present membership is about one hundred strong. Charles C. Hammond is the present Commander of Salisbury Council No. 1.

The Tripple Alliance and Maccabees also have very creditable lodges in this city, composed of some of Salislniry conununity's most enterprising and influential citizens.

Salisbury is justly proud of her fraternal associations, for by them the stranger finds a reliable standard from which to judge the character of men who compose the element of any city or connnunity. United by strong, solenm, irrevocable ties, based on the great principles of brotherhood and having for their object the helping of one another, wherever found in large numl)ers, will be found a harmonious and united community free, from strife and contentions.

Some Things Salisbury Has

A canning factory, which during a season of three or four months of each year furnishes emph)yment to from 40 to (50 men and women, boys and girls at renumerative wages, to say nothing of the market atl'orded the farmers and gardeners near the city as an inducement for them to raise tomatoes, corn and apples for canning pur]:)oses, the revenue derived from the sale of which at the end of the season amounts to quite a little sum.

A rirst-class opera house 70x100 feet, with a seatin o- ca])aeity of 1,200, furnished with substantial opera chairs and supplied with all the necessary con- V e n i e n c e s and equipments f o r the successful performance of the many attractions that visit the city. The interior view of this temple of amusement and entertainment is indeed a creditable one. With large roomy stage and beautiful scenery, well ventilated and lighted by electricit}^, Salisl)urians have just cause for taking pride in this structure.

Three colleges that will favorably com})are with the best similar institutions of the west, under the charge of christian gentlemen, thoroughly qualified for the duties in charge.

P^leven churches, representing as many different creeds or lielief, all of which are lilierally supported and well attended and under the charge of pastors of more than ordinary ability and intelligence.

More shade and ornaiiental trees, clean and broader streets, and more home-like dwellings than any other city of equal population in the state.

Eight or ten fraternal organizations with an aggregate membership of six or seven hundred loyal, enthusiastic members, whose intiuence for the uplifting of humanity and the betterment of society is duly felt and appreciated.

More public-spirited, liberal-minded, go-ahead citizens, with fewer "old fogy" grumblers and "chronic kickers" than any city of equal population in the state.

More pretty, refined and cultured young ladies, and more polite, courteous young gentlemen than can be found among the same number of people in any state of the union.

Raymond C. Elliott

The handsome little boy whose picture appears above is the son of S. B. and Mary S. Elliott, of Salisbury, Mo., and was born July 4, 1892. In a votinof contest to determine the prettiest baby in Chariton county, held by the Salisbury Press-Spectator in 1895, Raymond received a plurality of 4,112 votes.

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tion, as musicians, is commensurate with that of the city. The announcement that the Salisbury Mandolin Club will furnish music for an entertainment, never fails to brin^ a good attendance.

One of the best electric plants in the state, owned by the city, and under the management of a gentleman, thoroughly qualified for the position.

Three first-class hotels, with plenty of room, well lighted and properly ventilated, where guests sleep in clean beds and eat wholesome food.

Two safe, solid and substantial banks, with large capital and a creditable reserve fund, officered by gentlemen of honor and integrity, who are courteous and obliging to their patrons and labor unceasingly for the best interests of the institutions they represent.

Two as good newspapers as are to be found anywhere, and to whose unrelenting energy and zealous labor is due nuich credit for the growth and prosperity Salisbury and community has and is now enjoying.

A building and loan association that has enjoyed a remarkably successful career and which has proven no small factor in the building of so many homes in the city, which otherwise would never have been erected.

One of the prettiest parks and artificial lakes to be found, which is no small attraction as a pleasure resort to " drive dull care away" on a July or August day.

An amusement park where in season the visitor or citizen can secure a comfortable, shady seat for ten cents and witness as good a game of ball as is ever put up by amateur teams. Foot races, foot ball and various other attractions are often witnessed.

Six physicians who prescribe pills and cure our ills and otherwise administer to the wants of sufiering humanity. Salisburians are justly proud of their physicians and the excellent reputation they have established.

Seven disciples of Blackstone, who are recognized as able representatives of a worthy profession. They are also representative citizens who never miss an opportunity to say a good word or do a worthy act for the good of their town or county.

Two as good merchant tailoring establishments as any town of the state, conducted by gentlemen who keep thoroughly posted in their line and do first-class work at consistent prices.

Will A, Clakk Frank O. Oameron

sfts City, owned l)y u o-entlemnn. wlio is not only supplied with all the latest improved ap))liances for the execution of tirst-class work, hut who is an artist of rare ability in his line and whose i)atronaa"t' is hy no means eontined to the city of Salisbury and tributary territory.

Three tonsorial estahlisliiiient.s, either of wliich would be a credit to many hirofer cities. With })Ientv of room, keen razors and lirstchiss artists, strangers need have no fear alono^ this line.

A first-class machine shop su])|)lied with the latest and most improved machinery for the repairina" of eno-ines, l)oilers and machinery of all kinds. Jt is owned and o])erated by a o;entleman who is a thorou_o;h mechanic in every respect, thorouahly ((ualitied to do tirst-class work at reasonable prices.

A cio-ar manufactory, which sends out nothino- but a first-class article. Operated by a o^entleman who makes his business a stud^^ and has consequently succeeded in not only sup})lyino; the home trade but who enjoys a good patronao-e abroad.

One of the most accommodatino;, pains-takino; postmasters in "Uncle Sam's" employ, who is assisted b}' a gentleman who always h:is a pleasant smile and a friendly word for all who come regardless of all conditions or positions in life.

Two larofe Hourincr mills with a capacit}^ of two hundred and fifty barrels of Hour i)er day, and three large elevators are other enter- })rises of the city.

Two livery stables prepared to furnish as nice a turnout as any estal)lishment anywhere. In fact, Salisl)ury lays claim to the finest livery building between St. Louis and Kansas City.

The finest lumber yard and hardware establishment to l)e found in the state of Missouri is located in this city, a visit to which will convince the most skeptical.

In Salisbury can be found men representing all callings and professions. No matter whether its a lawyer or doctor, a preacher or a school teacher, a dentist or a silversmith, a carpenter or a brick layer, a plasterer or a painter, he is here and you may rest assured he is all right and ''onto his job.""

In short, Salisbury's industries are many and of great variety, but space forbids our continuing the list futher. No doubt we've failed to mention many we intended, but if such is the case the reader may rest assured, they are alright and up-to-date.

[M. K. SWKIENEY. Prominent in the social and business circles of Chariton county, worthy of mention in this Biographical Record, is the subject of this sketch. Chariton county is the home of many vigorous, enterj^rising men of strict integrity and business activity, but none more justly entitled to the confidence reposed in them or the esteem and respect in which they are held by their fellow citizens than our subject. Mr. Sweeney was born June 5, ISHI, hi McDonough county. 111. In 1S7(» his parents removed to this state, settling tract of land, two northwest of early age he was the importance of applied himself in At the age of IT tended the public bury, he was cate an<l was emterm in his home excellent satisfacclose of his sc^hool ville, taking a ten the State Normal study and a})})!!- ra])id advanccof knowledge. On he again enlisted professions, that upon a beautiful and one-half miles Salisl)ury. At an impressed w i t h an education and a fitting manner, years, having atschools in Salisgranted a certifiployed to teach a district, giving tion. At the he went to Kirksmonth's course at where by close cation he made ment as a seeker returning home in that noblest of of school teaching, successfully conducting six sucessive terms. Being favoral)ly im- ]iressed with the drug business, t)ur subject dismissed aspirations in other directions an<l in ISSC) came to Salis])ury for the purpose of compounding drugs. AVhen we say that he is now the proprietor of one of the best draor stores in the city, a retjistered pharmacist, with a generous patronage, the reader can at once appreciate the efforts put forth by our subject while layino^ the foundation for his present position. Providence has suiled upon Mr. Sweeney in more ways than one during his brief career. On the 22nd day of July 1891, it was his good fortune to be united in marriage to Miss Flora Koenig, of Hunville. Mo,, a most estimable lady. Though live years have passed since this union occurred, Mr. and Mrs. Sweeney are still enjoying their honey-moon as happy and contented as when the officiation minister pronounced them man and wife. Politically, Mr. Sweeney is a staunch republican, who's ability and party loyalty ha^'e l)een recognized and appreciated. He is an honored member of the 1. C). O. F. and Knights of Pythias orders, in which societies he has held a number of positions of distinction and honor. Religiously, he affiliates with the Christian church. Being well educated, experienced in his chosen profession, full of energy, enterprise and of popular manners, he gives every promise of becoming a sucessful, and a leading business man of the county and a useful member to society.

R. J. F. WELCH. Among the worthy and talented members of f\ the Chariton Co. Medical Fraternity who have made an enviable reputation for honor and exceptional ability, and one of Salisbury's most influential, liberal-minded and pu}>lic-spirited citizens, who by his attable manner personally connnends himself to all, is the gentleman whose name heads this article. Our subject by birth is a Missouri product, being born in Monroe county, November 18, 1856. His father, a Virginian by birth and a school teacher by occupation, though in huml)le circumstances, gave his son the best educational advantages afl'orded by the school districts, which was supi)lemented by a thorousrh English course at the Kirksville State Normal. Deciding to enter a i^-offessional life. Dr. Welch in 1877 l)egan the study of medicine under Dr. E. A. Gore, of Paris, Mo., as preceptor. In 1878 he entered the Missouri Medical College at St, Louis, to Avhich school he refers as his aJmn mnter^ graduating with honors in 1880. His "shingle'' was first swung in Salisbury in 1880 and with the exception of six years ('84 to '90) during which time he practiced at Stoutsville, Mo., he has been an exceedingly active practitioner at this place. On April 13, 1881 our subject was united in marriage to Miss Lucy Y. McNutt, an accomplished and cultured lady of Paris, Mo., by which

Socially Dr. Welch has tilled the chairs of Salisbury Jjodo^e I. (). (). F., No 28H, Past Hi^h Priest White Stone Royal Arch Chapter, No. .57; Past Master Salisbury Lod^e, Xo. 20S, A. F. & A. M. and is a prominent niemljer of a nunil>er of other orsranizations. Kealizino; the importance of l)einothorouo-hly in touch with his profession, our subject has identitied himself with a number of medical societies, in a number of which he has held a number of ottices of distinction and trust, as follows : Ex- President Mf)nroe and Chariton Co. Medical Associations, Ex-Vice

President Mo))erly District Medical Association; Correspondino- Secretary North Missouri Medical Association; Member of Missouri State Medical Association; Member of American Medical Association, and also of Missouri State Pharmaceutical Association. In 1892 he attended the New York Post (xraduate school of medicine, from which he now holds a certificate. At the present time (1896) he is spending the summer visiting the best schools and hospitals of P^urope, located at London, Berlin, Vienna and Paris.

Few men possess the energy, aml)ition and ability which has characterized our subject. He is a true and loyal democrat and takes an active interest in the wellfare of his party and in all public movements tending to the inn)rovement and elevation of his fellow-countrymen. A man of intelligent culture and broad sympathies, progressive in his ideas and earnest in his efforts for the betterment of mankind he is recognized as a substantial citizen and friendly neighbor.

[ILLIAM A. HOWARD. Some one has said " wise is the father who has his son taught a trade, for that is a capital of itself." Due to the skill of his own hands does our subject owe his success and position in life. He was born at Alton, 111., May 8,

1S(K), tind spent the earlier part of his life in the pnltlic schools and machine shops of that city. A. F. Howard, father of our sii))jectwas born at Elizabeth City, (xermany, but came to the United States at as^e of 17 years. Learning the trade of a mechanic at Baltimore, he located at Alton, 111., securino; em])loyment in the C-hicaaro & A\Um K.K. shops, gainino; promotion until he secured the position of master mechanic. He is now an extensive affriculturialist of Audrain county. Mo., operatino; a tine farm of 1,100 acres. Keachinij; his majority, our subject tried railroadins^ for three years, })ut an inherent love for the noise and bustle of machinery, caused him to seek another field, (xoino- to Chicago he secured employment with one of the l)est electric firms of the city, where by close study and application to business, the company soon ent and placed as an expert elecer Mr. Howard more hicrative Sperry Electric com pany h e wen t & Houston Elecwhom he remainemployed l)y the Mo., in the conelec trie 1 i g h t speakino- of his the Press-Spectain its issue of "This work was com})leted that him the managerecog-nized his talhim on the road trician. Soon aftwas tendered a position by the Co. From this to the Thompson trie Co., with ed until he was city of Salisbury, struction of an phuit in 1S!)L>. In work at Salisbury tor, of that city, Aug. 2,lS9,5says, so satisfactorily the city tendered mcnl a1 a good salary. He started the plant with 27 arc lights and I'.O incjindescents. To-day the plant is running over 40 arc lights and ."(O:') incandescents, the full cai)acitv of the dynamos, and is a standing monument to the enterprise of our city as well as to the mechanical ability and inginuity of its electrician."' March 151, iss.'), our subject was united in inarriage to Miss Amma Chinn, of Mi;nua, Mo., by which union three children were the issue, two daughters, aged It and ."> ycai's and a son, aged 7 years. Socially, Mr. Howard is a most ])leasant and acti\(' citizen and a prominent n\embcr of the Knights of Pythias and I. (). (). F. orders. ReligiousU', he is a devout Methodist.

fLLIAM W. KILEV. Amoncr the business men of Salisbury, held in hioh esteem for their ability and inteofrity, and who have contributed very materially to the welfare of the city is the trentleman whose name heads this sketch. He was born Auofust 14, 1S47, at Huntsville, Mo., his ])arents beinof John F. and Elizabeth (Patton) Riley, natives of Ind. and Tenn. After attendino^ the district schools, our subject com])leted his education at the old Mt. Pleasant Colleo-e, of Huntsville. Mo., at that time one of the most popular institutions of the state. Tpon attainino^ a suitable ao^e he chose the callinor of a contractor and builder as his life occupation and on Octol)er 1, 1866, he entered an apprenticeship under the well known mechanic, C. (x. Anderson, of Huntsville, Mo. Servino^ a regular apprenticeship he branched out for himself, locatinof at Jacksoville, Mo. It was at this place that he met and >)ecame enamored with Miss Sarah J., daughter of James B. and America Herndon, with whom he was united in marriage, April 1, 1869. Mrs. Eiley's parents were natives of Kentucky, but emigrated to Missouri at a very early day. Mr. and Mrs. Riley are the parents of six children, live of wdiom are now living, namely, E(lo;{ir N., Cella May, Lela A., Hardy M., and M^m. H. Edcrar N. was married to Miss Maofgie Morehead, of Whiteright, Tex., in which state he now" resides, engaged as instructor of band music. Cella May was married to Clarence B., son of Judge J. B. Hyde of Salisbury, Mo. and now engaged in the druo' business in Ladonia, Texas. The others are yet single and at home. Desiring a larger field for the prosecution of his occupation our subject removed from Jacksonville to Himtsville where he remained and |)rotitably worked at his profession until March 2i>, 18S0, when he removed to Salisbury, Mo., accepting a position with the well known lumberman, T. G. Dulany, with whom he remained for seven years. During that time Mr. Kiley did not fail to keej) himself thoroughly posted u})()n all the changes and improvements in modern architecture and since 1888 has been recognized as the leading contractor and builder of Chariton county, having erected man}^ of the finest buildings })ut up in the county, lieing enterprising, relial)Ie and conscientious in everything he undertakes, he has secured the confidence of the ])ublic to a marked degree, a confidence which his proficiency and integrity have made him the just recipient.

August 28, 1868, our subject connected himself with Kandolph Lodge No. 23, I. (). (). F., of Huntsville, Mo., in which order he has been an influential and prominent worker, a numl>er of times having been Grand Representative to the Grand Lodge of Missouri; also. District Deputy. In 1882, he moved his membership to Salisbury Lodge, No. 28(), of which he was elected Secretary, a position he yet holds, having been re-elected five times. He is also D. D. G. Master, No. 9,5 and Representative to State Grand Lodge. He is a member of Huntsville Encampment No. 66, I. (). O. F. located at Himtsville, Mo., in which he is a P. C. P. and Past Representative; also a meml)er of Salisbury Tent, No. 78, K. O. T. M., of which he has ])een Record

Politically, Mr Hiley is a staunch democrat and a stronoj advocate of his party's principles. Officially, he is a prominent and influential nieml)er of the C'it}^ Oonucil and an earnest worker for the interest of his city. Socially, Mr. Riley posesses a irenial disposition and is an entertainino- companion, always true to his convictions in what he considers rio-ht, reofardless of the opinion of others.

K. HAMILTON. Few youn.o- men of Chariton county deserve greater credit for what they have accomplished for themselves in the social and business world than the subject of this sketch. Mr. Hamilton is a true exami^le of what can Ije accomplished when the spirit of determination is exercised in connection with the art'airs of every-day life. His reputation for honesty and integrity has been weighed in the l>alance and found not wanting; his financial al)ility, when tested has always resulted with credit to himself, while his social (jualities are well known and appreciated, possessing a host of friends, whose esteem and confidence he was never known to betray. He was born in Linn county, September 4, 1S5T, being the fourth of seven children of J. M. and Elizabeth Hamilton, who moved from Linn to Chariton county in iSli;"), locating upon a fine farm of "JOi) acres, 4 miles south of Salisbury, where Mr. Hamilton yet resides. In 1872 the mother of our subject died, sometime after which the father was united in marriage to Mrs. Harriet C. Banning, of Chariton county. Being born and reared upon the farm, our subject was trained to agricultural duties and his career has been one of honest and continued toil. Attending the district schools in winter an(i improving his opyjortunities of evenings, he was not slow in preparing himself sufficiently well to successfully stem he graduated in 1882 with the deoree of M. D. Returnincr home he hnuor out his shingle in Salisbury, Mo., from which time he has enjoyed a large and increased clientage. Always being enthusiastic in his profession and ambitious to master every branch of the healing art, he has taken a number of special courses in surgery and medicine, among others lieing a post graduate course in the N. Y. City Polytechnic Institute in 18i)2, and the St. Louis Post Graduate School of Medicine in 1896. While he has never failed to give his undivided attention to his profession, our subject has other interests, l)eing senior partner of the firm of Dr. J. D. Brummall & Bro., proprietors of one of the finest drug esta))lishments of the county, as well as other financial interests. On Dec. 1, 1892, he was united in marriage to Miss Alice, daughter of Judge J. B. Hyde, of Salisbury, an intellectual and cultured lady, who has borne him one child, a bright little son, named Clarence.

Fraternally, Dr. Brumniali is a worthy and enthusiastic member of Salisbury Lodge A. F. &A. M.; White Stone Koyal Arch Chapter, No. 57, and Knight Templar; also, a member of Salisbury Lodge, No. 23(i, I. O. O. F.; Cloudine Lodge, No. lTi», Knights of Pythias, and Knights of the Maccabees, in all or most of which orders he has held many offices of honor and trust. Professionally he is a member of the County, North Mo. District, and State Medical Associations; also, of the Mississippi and American Medical Association, and holds a life memJiershii) in the State Pharmaceutical Association.

Politically, he supi)orts the jirinciples of the democratic party, ever ready to contribute his aid in the advancement of those measures he believes to ])e right and just. Socially, he is a pleasant and agreeah\e gentleman, a man of u|)right character, highly respected and esteemed by a large circle of acquaintances, while religiously he is an earnest and consistent member of the C. P. Church.

ILTON K. WILLIAMS. A descendant from a worthy ancestry, who were among the earliest pioneer settlers of Chariton county. Mo., our subject is a man with many friends, who admire him for his excellent qualities and appreciate his zeal, energy, industry and intelligence. Edward Williams, grandfather of our subject, was of AVelch descent and among the earliest settlers of Kentucky; a soldier in the Revolutionary war and messmate of Wm. Washington. As early as 1819, he emigrated to Missouri, set- tlino- in Howard coiintv. Thomas Williams, father of our suhject was horn in Madison coimty Kentucky, in ISOO and with his })arents emicrrated to this state, the trip heino- made by team and waaon. The mother of our subject, whose maiden name was Susan Wasson and of Irish decent, was also a native of Madison county, Ky., but Avith her parents emifjrated to Missouri as early of ISIO, settlino- in Howard county. The marriaije of our sid)ject\s parents occurred in this state, and in ISol), they settled in Salisbury township, about 3 miles southeast of Salisbury. Four children were the result of this union, only two of whom are now livino^, Edward, who resides in Salisbui'y, and our subject.

M. K. Williams, was born at Bluff Port, Howard county. Mo., Jan. 2?), 1S8T, but since 1839 has resided in this township. Spendinohis boyhood days on the farm, amid the pioneer civilization his educational advantaii-es were necessarily limited. However, in 1S51> he attended Duff's Business College at Pittsburo-, Pa., from which he jjraduated with becoming- honors. From that date to this he has )>een an active and influential citizen, thor()uo;hly identified with the o:rowth and proofress of the county and state, and has held various official positions, to the duties of which he has given the prompt considera- tion and the faithful service denianded. On ()ct()])er 2, 1866, occurred the niarria_tfe of our suhjcct to Miss Frances K. Williams, a most amiable and intellitrent lady. A record of his life vvoidd he incomplete without mention of her who has assisted and encouraged him in days less jjropitious. Mrs. Williams was the dauofhter of Samuel and Martha Williams, also natives of Ky., and pioneer settlers of Mo. Mrs. Williams is a consistent and devoted member of the Cumlierland Presbyterian cHiurch and an honored member of the Rebekah Lodofe. Samuel, her father, was 16 years of ao;e when he came to this state, locatino- in Chariton (U)unty in ISIl""), where he owned and operated a tine farm of ()<>() acres until his death in 1860, at the asre of .5.5 years. Martha (Morris) Williams was born in Jessamine county, Kentucky, in IS 1 1, came to Howard county, Missouri, with her i)arents in 1818 and to Salisbury townshi}) in is:^)^. She was the mother of 15 children, seven of whom are now livintj;. The tjood old mother now in her 85th year yet survives and receives the care and attention whi<^h she well deserves from her sons and dauofhters. (A more extended notice of whom may be found elsewhere. ) Prior to 1877, oui- subject in addition to other interests, successfully oj)erated a tine farm near town. To him belonofs the (credit of startino; the about 1S8(), which he sold to J. M. (iallemore, when it was c(msolidated with the -' Press," since known as the '' Press-Spectator." In 18!>2, Mr. ^^'illiams was chosen as Re})resentative of Chariton county to the State Leofislature, and to whose skill, influence and patriotic loyalty beloni^s nuich credit for the establishment of two terms of the circuit court in Salisbury. The tjreater portion of Mi', \^'illialns' time of recent years has been spent in the real estate business, in whi(;h he has made a pronounced success. He is a charter member of encampment No. S4, I. (). (). F., at Moberly; also, a charter member of Salisbury Lodo;e, Xo. 21)6, I. (). (). F. Politically, he is a staunch <leniocrat whose party loyalty and Hdelity to the i)rinciples advocated has never been (juestioned. Socially, he is one of Salisbury's most friendly and aofreeable citizens, a pleasant companion and a orifted conversationalist, and from whose appearance it is difticult to remember that he is the father of three sons, namely, Edward M. Jr., ao^ed 28, now en^ao^ed as local editor of the '' Democrat" of the city of Salisbury, and a writer of re(H)iJfnized talent and ability; C. Clay, a^ed 24, one of the })ublishers of this Portrait and P)iotrra})hical Record, whose ability as practical ])rinter is herein demonstrated and Thomas, ajjed 12 years.

^|JLEXANDER W. JOHN8(3N. The leoral profession of Chariton ^l^fi!| county is one of which we have just cause to feel proud, and amono; the worthy members of the local l)ar, none rank hio;her than our subject. Mr. Johnson was born Sept. 1, 184:8, in Audrain county, Missouri, and was a son of Henry Johnson, a native of \"irginia, who moved from that state to Ohio in 18-12, where he met and married iCdmonia J. Anderson, the mother of our subject, and with whom he removed to this state in 1845, engaging in farming in Audrain county, where he resided until his death. May 28, 1858, at the age of 53 years. Six childern were the issue of this union, four sons and two daughters, of whom our subject was the second. Due to the youth of our subject at the time of his father's death, he gained very little knowledge of the life of his grandfather, Wm. L. Johnson, other than he was a native of Virginia, of Scotch-Irish descent and lived and died there. The mother of our sul)ject was of Welch-Irish descent and daughter of Spencer B. and Nancy (Trailor) Anderson, also natives of Virginia. She lived to reach the age of three-score and ten, and died March 13, 1893.

Beinor born and reared upon the farm, the elementary education of our suliject, was obtained from the common district schools of the state. In 1870, he beoan school teaching as a means of a livelihood, which he continued for seven years with emminent success. At the age of 24, having determined to become a lawyer, he began devoting his time to that fascinating study, lieing admitted to the bar three years later by Judge John Kedd, in 187.5. The first live years of our subject's professional life was spent near Paris, Monroe county. Mo. Desiring a larger field, in 1880 he located in Salisbury, Mo., where he has succeeded in building up a very large and lucrative clientage. As an attorney he is able and talented. He has made his profession his life's study and is one of the best posted men on legal matters in the

Mary E. Davidlent and cultured son was born at county Mo., Jan. the statement of ^' e n e r a b I e old at the age of 90 near rehitive of ( M a r k Twain. ) the distinguished been born in the celeljr ated hu- Mrs. ffohnson with four chil- Martha D. a n d son, a most excellady. Mrs. John- Florida, Monroe 13, 1854. Upon Mrs. Quarles, a lady now living years and a very 8. L. Clements Mrs. Johnson has honor of having same house as the morist. Mr. and have been blessed dren, n a m e I y , Robert C, who died in infancy and Miss Brunnetta and Allie K., two bright and intellectual young hidies, respectively 22 and 20 years of age, who are single and reside at home. Religiously, Mr. .Johnson connected himself with the Christian church when only 21 years of age and to-day is and active, consistent and influential member. Socially, he is a man of sterling qualities and possesses a genial, social nature. He is an honored member of the A.O.U. W., in which order he has been officially honored. Politically, he has always been an enthusiastic democrat, whose ancestors loyally supported the same principles so ably advocated by him. Mr. Johnson, however, has never expressed a desire for official recognition as a reward for his faithful service to his party.

JOHN E. DISMUKES, the subject of this sketch was ))orn in Cxarrard county, Ky., July 8, 1843. Mr. Dismukes was partly educated in the city of Lexington, of that state. In 1868, at the age of 25 years, he came to Missouri, locating in Howard county, where he occupied his time in farming, and teaching in the public schools during the winter season for seven years. In the fall of 18T() our subject came to Salisbury, and engaged in the printing l)usiness, and has folknved it ever * since. His tirst position in this city was on the " Salisbury Press, '" in its infancy, where he remained till 1883, when he purchased a half interest in the publication, which was run under the tirm name of Disnuikes & Gallemore. Four years later he sold his interest to his partner and purchased a half interest in the " Democrat," which paper he now owns and is successfully running. Our subject is the father of four children, J. W., the elder, was born in Howard county, August 22, 1869, and is a printer l)y trade, and one of the most artistic workmen in this section, and resides in Salisbury. The next is Claude O., who was born in Salisbury, Fel)ruary, 13, 1882, and is now attending the public school. The next is Jennie May, who was born in Salisbury, July 20, 1886, and the last is the baby, Jessie Lorene, who was born in Salisbury, March 19, 1894.

Mr. Dismukes is a member of the I. O. O. F., and A. O. U. W. secret societies, and is a consistent and influential member of the Christian church. It may be well known from the place of his birth that he is a staunch supporter of the democratic party and its iii|i}i|MONG the public-spirited citizens whose intelligence and enterji^w^l prize have brought influence and prosperity to Salisbury, not one has been more loyal to the interests of his town, nor more willing to sink personal preference or advantage in her favor, than the gentleman whose placid physiognomy appears in connection with this paragraph.

mail, indicate that he has inherited, in no small deo-ree, the couia^e, enerofy and personal mau'iietism of his grandfather, Rev. Fieldino- Wilhite, a l>ai)ti-^t minister of l)ioneer fame, an<l the intellisenee of his father, Dr. W. I). Wilhite, so long and favora])lv' known in this city as a physician and christian gentleman.

As Mr. Wilhite's matrimonial fortnne is already made, he makes no secret of the fact that his eyes first opened on the scenes of Boone county, August (5, 1SH().

After leaving college he was a telegraph operator for two years, and was connected with the post-office for four years. In the latter position he had the opportunity, not only of serving the pul)lic, but by his efficiency, perfect faithfulness and uniform courtesy, of winning a degree of public favor and contidence that w^as invaluable in laying the foundation for his present business.

About nine years ago, Mr. Wilhite began an insurance business here, which has grown constantly from its very beginning. Two years ago he widened the field of his operations, by establishing a general Real Estate, Loan and Insurance Agency. The prosperity this business has enjoyed is highly complimentary to the industry and ability with which it has been conducted. Its success, however, is not entirely due to his aljility and industry. One of its prime factors is the universal confidence in his integrity, as well as his judgment. Everybody believes in Hollis Wilhite, and those who seek his advice in financial matters are not few. In all that concerns Salisbury's real interests - business, social, religious, humane - his influence is no small factor. The only time on record when he deliberately and premeditatedly got the better of anybody in a contract was when he married Miss Kate E. Spencer, of Marshall, Mo., October 11, 1887.

His office adjoininor the "Press-Spectator" office is one of the handsomest and most commodious in the city, and his friends and patrons always find a most comfortable welcome in his easy chairs.

l| ijROF. JOHN W. LOCKHART. Chariton county is no less proud ''^ '^' of her worthy sons of adoption than of those who are native born. The strono; characters and accom})lished intellects and ennoblino; spirits that come into her borders are welcomed as the leaven of culture and rehnement for the elevation of society. Prof. John W. Lockhart lias found it thus. His stronor qualities of mind and heart were readily recognized, and his name has come to be esteemed and honored in this county. He came to Salisl»ury in 1S!»2 to take charg-e

: Institute. He has for 4 years occupied this position with signal success and ability, havino^ contributed in a laro-e measure to the oTowth and hitjh reputation of this institution. He is a man of scholarly attainments. His whole life has been devoted 'to scholarship and mind culture, foliowinoin this the footsteps of his talented father, who was and is one of the successful educators in the state of Alabama, and a prominent minister of the M. E. Church, South.

Prof. Lockhart was born February .5, 18(5-}-, in Lee county Ala. His early years were spent in securino- an education, under the direction of his father. In LS84 he completed the full course in the Alabama Polytechnic Institute, and distiniruished himself by bearinootf lirst honors and the deffree of A. I). Later he was further honored 1)V this institution, in receivino- the desfree of A. M. Since (luittina* colk'oe life as pu})il, lie has made an excellent record in i-olk'^e life as teaciier ; nd professor. Before comino- tc) Salisbury he had occu}iie(l leadinof positions in several institutions in Ala))ama and (reoroia. He has siiccessfnlly tauofht ancient lanofuao-es, mathematics, and the sciences, but his special and most conspicuous work is Latin. It is no idle boast to say he is a thorouo;h master of the Latin lano-na^e. He l)eo^an its study at the early nge of ten, and charms of the old lano;uao-e never grow less to him. Fortunate indeed the c()lleo;e, and happy the student that have the benefit of his instruction in Latin. P)nt not only as an instructor is Prof. Lockhart valued. He is a model citizen as well. He is whole-souled, he is aentle, he is true. The boys in school love him for his willing; assistance and sympathy. His friends in society love him for his manly purity, and his forcfetfuiness of self in his thought for others. He has an eye that is quick to appreciate, and a courage that is bold to defend every movement for the public good.

JAAH^S H. P. BAKER, M. 1)., one of Chariton's most prominent and talented physicians and surgeons, and a cultured and coiu'teous gentleman, w^as born in Johnson Co., Mo., Feb. 18, 1837. AV. C. Baker, his father, a native of Virginia and of English descent, was among the pioneer settlers of the state locating in Johnson county in 1881, where he engaged in agriculture until his death in June, 1861. Peter Baker, grandfather of our subject, was a Virginian by Itirth,

^-^^^ and an active [)articipant in the Indian war and later in the war of 181:^. He was an early settler of Tennessee, but after his son came to this state, he emigrated here, and lived to be nearly one hundred years old. Nancy (McClinnis) leaker, mother of our sui)ject and a native of Tennessee, was the daughter of flohn McCiinnis, a Protestant Orangeman of Ireland, who upon coming to America, located in Tennessee wheie he resided until his death. Mrs. Baker was the mother of six children, three boys and three girls, foiu" of whom are now living. Her death occurred in 1868.

joyed excellent school advantages, tinishino; his literary education at William Jewel College, Liberty, Mo., in 1860. Having chosen the practice of medicine as his life's occupation, our subject l)egan its study, reading under Drs. Dobbins & Goodwin, of Columbus, Johnson county, for several months, when he entered the 8t. Louis Medical College. In brief time he left college to join the Missouri State Militia under Jackson, in the late war. At the close he located in Salt Springs township, Randolph county, now known as Clifton Hill. Being unable, financially, to continue his medical studies, he practiced until "67, when he entered the Rush Medical College at Chicago, from which he gi'aduated in '68 with his degree of Doctor of Medicine. Returning to Clifton Hill, he resumed his practice, which rapidly increased until 1891, when he removed to Salisbury, Mo., since which time he has enjoyed a large and lucrative clientage. During his residence in Clifton Hill, Dr. Baker for eight years conducted a drug store, enjoying a satisfactory [)atronage, and also accpiired and improved a tine farm of 250 acres near that town, which he operated with good results. On July 25, 1865, our sul)ject was united in marriage to Miss -Jennie W . Henderson, a worthy and exemplary lady and daughter of ,1. H. Henderson, a native of Virginia and an early settler of Missouri. This union was blessed with four children, namely, Arthur G., ,Jennie B., (now Mrs. Dr. H. D. P)r()a<ldus, of Gallatin, Mo.,) Wilfred L. and Mary W.

Socially, Dr. Baker is a member of the A. (). U. W., of which he is Past Master Workman; also, a Past Master of the A. F. <Sc A. M., and a Select Knight. Professitmally, he is a member and ex-President of the Chariton Co. Med. Society, ex-President and Corresponding Secretary of the Moberly District Medical Society, Chairman of Executive committee of the North Missouri Medical Association, ex-President of the Randolph Medical Association, \'isiting Member of the K. C. Medical Association, Tri-State Medical Association, National Railway Surgeons Association, \^'estern Society of Eye, Ear, Throat and Nose Surgeons, Local K. R. Surgeon for the western division of the Wabash R. R. and ex-Surgeon C. & A., ex-C'hief Surgeon of (ieneral Hospital and Division Surgeon for Shelby's Hospital, Clarks\ille, Texas. Besides his degree the Doctor took a J-*ost-( i raduate Course in 1898 in the New York Polyclinic Hospital, and intends to take another course in the near future. Dr. Baker is Examiner for the Independent Order of Forresters, New York Life, Pennsylvania Mutual, Covenant Mutual and Nedderland Life Insurance CVnnpanies;

"The career of our subject has been successful because he is evidently one of those fortunate physicians who are born not made. Very often his best medicine has lieen his j)resence, and many are the families in his lonff experience who have intrusted their troubles of mind as well as bodilv ills to his tender care."

j^|^|LP)ERT F. MOREDOCK, a o-entleman of unquestionable honor pjf|| and strict inteo'rity, and one of Salisbury's (Mo.) most worthy, citizens was born in Breckenrido-e Co., Ky., May 1, 1855. Three years later with his parents, Henry and Elizabeth (Haynes) Moredock, he came to this state, locating- in Monroe county. Havino; finished the course of the district schools, our subject from 1871 to '74 attended William Jewel Colletre, of Liberty, Mo. On returnino- home he received the appointment of Deputy Circuit Clerk and Recorder of

Residence Of A. F. Moredock, Salisbury, Mo

On the 19th of February 1885 occurred the marria_o;e of our subject to Miss Gussie, an intellectual and accomplished dausfhter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Reddino-, who were numbered amonof the earliest settlers of Salisburv, Mr. R. beina; enofas^ed in the mercantile business. His death occurred in this city.

The happy home of Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Moredock has l)een blessed by the advent of three brig-ht and interestino; children, namely, Harry, Lizzie and Albert, aofed respectively, 10, 8 and 5 years. Their handsome residence is one of the nicest in the city and the center of attraction of a host of friends. In his political belief Mr. Moredock is a democrat, loyal to every i)rinci})le of his party, and while he has never souo"ht official recognition, he keeps himself thorouofhly posted upon all state and national issues. Religiously, he affiliates with the members of the Bai)tist church. As a business man of undoubted inteo-rity of character and a ])ublic-spirited citizen ussistina' in the ofi-owth of his home and county and the advancement of its social and religious enterprises, our sul)jcct has won and justly holds the hio-h reo^ard of the general ])ublic.

Mr. Morcdock's residence as shown in this article is a beautiful piece of modern architecture and is picturesquely located in the southern part of the city, where a fine view is afforded of the surroundino; country.

fAMUEL B. ELLIOTT, the subject of this sketch, and one of Salisbury's energ-etic, prominent and most enterprising citizens, was born in Andrew county. Mo., August 7, 1863, and with his parents removed to this county in 1871, locating upon what has since been known as the old Elliott homestead, just north of Salisbury. His boyhood was spent upon the farm, engaged in the usual occupations of farmer lads, his winters being spent attending the conmon district schools, until 18 years of age, when he took a two year's course at the Kirksville State Normal. On returning home Mr. Elliott taught a two year's term of school at Prairie Valley, his own district. His next move was the completion of a course at the Gem City Business College, of Quincy, 111. Imbued with the spirit expressed by Horace Greely, for young men to go west and grow up with the country, Mr. Elliott, after completing the above course, spent several years in the west, daring which time he performed the duties of deputy postmaster at Concordia, Kan. Eailing to lind a more desirable location, he returned to this county and engaged in stock raising and agriculture in which he was eminently successful. January 1, 1890, it was the o;ood fortune of Mr. Elliott to be united in marriage to Miss Mary [ Dameron, one of Chariton county's

G. G. Dameron, one of the oldest and most respected families of the county. By this union, one child was born, Raymond C, the bright little boy whose portrait appears elsewhere. Tiring of farin life, Mr. Elliott, disposed of his line farm of 160 acres in 1893, and moving to Salisbury, purchasing the large 2nd street livery establishment which he has since protiably operated.

- Socially, our subject is one of the most pleasant and friendly citizen of the county, and being a man of high intelligence and integrity, has a futnre of influence and usefulness before him. He is a prominent member of the I. (). (). E., in which he has been honored with many of the offices of distinction and trust, While he enjoys a hicrative business and is happy in his domestic relations, Mr. Elliott does not forget the duty he owes to his country, politically, and consequently keeps himself thoroughly posted on all state and national issues, supporting the principles of the democracy as instilled in the minds of the American people by that great statesman, Thomas Jeti'erson.

[aRTHA (MOKRIS) AVILLIAM8. Among the many venerable old ladies, who were pioneer settlers of Chariton county Mo. yet spared to recite many interesting incidents connected with the early settlement of this county, there are none, perhaps more worthy of special mention in this Portrait and Biographical Record of the county in which she has resided for over three score years, than the subject of this sketch, whose pleasant and contented physiognomy adorns this page. Mrs. Williams was born March 1, 1811, in Jessamine county, Kentucky, and was the daughter of Nathaniel and Nancy in 1818, settling in Howard county. Upon attaining her majority, our subject was united in marriage to Samuel Williams, a son of Edward Williams, a soldier in the Revolutionary War, and a pioneer settler of two states, who located in this state in 1819. The union of Samuel Williams and that of our venerable subject proved to be a long and happy one, and was blessed with tifteen children, nine of whom lived to be married, as follows: Nancy J., now Mrs. Callison; George W.; Sarah, Mrs. Wright; Edward M.; Pauline, Mrs. Banning; Susan, Mrs. Dysart; Ellen, Mrs. Williams; Josephine, Mrs. Donaldson; and Minnie, Mrs. Copeland. With the exception of Mrs. Dysart, now of West Plains, and Mesdames Banning and Donaldson, deceased, they all reside in Salisbury township and within a few miles of their kind and loving old mother, a pleasure and a comfort to her in her now rapidly declining years. With her husband, Mrs. Williams located in Salisbury township, between the East and Middle Forks of the Chariton River, in 1837, where our subject yet resides, her husband havinor died in 1860. Notwithstanding the fact that "Aunt Patsy" as she is familiarly known by all is in her 86th year, she enjoys the best of health and an activity, mentally and physically, remarkable in one so well advanced in years. Her recollections of pioneer days of Chariton county are now as fresh and distinct as occurrences of but yesterday and are related in a very happy and entertaininor manner. In speaking of her neighbors of the 'SCs and 'IrO's, the names of many of whom she can easily recall, Mrs. Williams says there existed much true-hearted hospitality among them and although deprived of the comforts and luxuries of to-day, their pioneer days were happy ones and even now in the quietude of her home, surrounded by every comfort and convenience she could wish, she frequently lingers in thought, longingly and lovingly, over the scenes of those by-gone happy days.

The first "temple of learning" erected in Mrs. Williams' neighborhood was a log hut, with a huge artistic (i) chimney, built of mud and sticks and was taught by one John P. McAdams. Mount Nebo was the first church erected and was built by the Baptist. Elder Felix Redding was the pastor in charge. Dr. James Brummall was the first physician in the neighborhood, who on visiting his patients traveled on foot, when the distance would permit. Mrs. Williams' relation of performances of one David Gross, a fiddler of no mein ability, are truly interesting and amusing indeed.

Standing in her cabin door, Mrs. Williams has often counted from 15 to 20 deer, some of them being in range of gunshot, while at night wolves would come to the open door and with their glistening eyes and their hungry wolfish faces and hideous barking at the bright blaze upon the rude and simple hearth, make some nights almost unbearable.

EVI J. HARRIS, a school teacher of recognized talent and ability and a gentleman of true worth and sterling integrity, was born October 22, 1870, one-half mile south of Salisbury, Mo. His father, Oscar D. Harris, was born in Howard county, but moved to Chariton county when quite young. His death occurred January 28, 1895. His mother, whose maiden name was Phoebe C. Warhurst, still resides upon the family homestead, 4 miles southeast of the city of Salisbury, Mo. To the subject of this sketch lielons^s the credit for the position he now enjoys in business and social relations, for it was throuo;h his own industry and perseverance that he has been enable to crain whatever knowledge and influence he may possess. After attending the public schools, Mr. Harris finished his education at the Salisbury Acade- 1113^ under the tutorship of Prof. G. C. Briggs. Since then he spent his time in that nol)lest of professions, school teaching in which he has been eminently successful, having taught a number of schools in the county in which he gave perfect satisfaction.

On May 4, 1893, it was the happj^ fortune of our subject to be united in marriage to Miss Arah Lee, a most worthy and industrious young lady and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Og Lee, pominent citizens of Chariton county. This union has proven a happy one and has been blessed by the birth of a bright little daughter, May me Edith, whose birth occurred November 28, 1894.

Five miles southeast of Salisbury our subject owns a nice little farm of 40 acres, upon which he resides and the revenue from which materially assists in ])rovi(ling the necessaries and some of the luxuries of life. Mr. Harris is a young man of noble purposes and a high aim in life, enterprising and progressive and certainly has a bright future awaiting hiui. Politically he affiliates with the democratic party.

OHN W. COOPER, one of Salisbury's representative young '^' lousiness men whose strength of character and mental vigor is recognized and ap})reciated, was born in Sullivan county, Mo., September 2, 1870. James W. Cooper, his father, was a Kentuckian by birth, while his mother, whose maiden name was Miss Mary E. Beets, was born in Ohio. Our subject was the eldest of a family of eight children, and until he attained his majority resided with his parents, attending the public schools in the winter and assisting his father in his agricultural persuits during the summer. Desiring a more finished education, in 1891 he entered the Salisbury Academy, then under the superintendency of Joseph H. Foy, D.D., LL.D., one of the most able educators of the state, where by dilio^ent study and application he made rapid advancement. On leaving school, Mr. Cooper, engaged in the insurance ))usiness, in which he was remarkably successful. Having connected himself with the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, Knights of Pythias and Knights of Maccabee secret orders, in the latter two of which he has been officially honored; also, in which societies he was impressed with their usefulness in the elevation and upbuilding of mankind, Mr. Cooper determined to found an order himself and as a result of his labors the Knights of Equity was first organized in this city in November 1894. (See fraternal organizations of Salisbury.) Since that time he has devoted his undivided time and energy to the upbuilding of this order with a commendable degree of success.

On July 16, 1893, our subject was united in marriage to Miss Mattie M., the accomplished daughter of Mrs. Nancy R. Cummins, of Salisbury, Mo. This union has been a decidedly happy one and has been blessed by the birth of a bright little son, John Marvin, now two years of age. Politically, Mr. Cooper affiliates with the democratic party, while religiously he is a devout Methodist. Socially, Mr. Cooper is one of Salisbury's most worthy and respected young men, enterprising and progressive and enjoys the esteem and confidence of a large circle of acquaintances, who appreciate his zeal and loyalty to those principles he believes to be right and just.

[M. F. and EDWIN C. WESTENKUEHLER. Prominent among the business men of Chariton county and worthy representatives of a pioneer family of the state, are the gentlemen whose names head this article. Herman H. Westenkuehler, the grandfather, was born in Germany, April 3, 1796, but in 1839 emigrated to this country, settling in St. Charles county, where he resided initil his death, September 12, 1869. The Inrth of Henry \V. Westenkuehler, the father, occurred in Germany, December 22, 1832, and was an infant two years of ag-e when his parents moved to America. On September 29, 1854, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Koeneke, a worthy and exemplary lady whose birth also occurred in (jermany but came to this country with her parents when but an infant. This union resulted in a ha})py one, and was blessed by the birth of ten children, seven of whom are now living. In 1854, Mr. AVesttenkuehler took charge of his father's farm where he continued to reside until March, 1896, when he disposed of his j)r()})erty and moved to Salisbury, Mo.

AVilliam F. Westenkuehler, our senior subject, was born in St. Charles county, August 13, 1860 and where he resided until 1886 when he came to this city and engaged in buying and selling stock. From '87 to '92 in partnership with G. H. Westenkuehler, a brother, he was engaged in the threshing WILLIAM F. l)usiness.

The birth of P^dwin C. Westenkuehler occurred July 3, 1870. After attending the polilic schools of St. Charles county and city, in 1887 he entered the Central Wesleyan College at Warrensburg, Mo., from which he graduated with l)ec()ming honors, in June, 1891. From '91 to '93 he taught school in Madison county, III. In the fall of 1893, forming a partnership with his brother, Wm. F., they engaged in the grocery business in Salisbury, Mo., occu[)ying the Taylor building for two years, when they purchased and improved the property of Fli Shire in the same block which they now occupy and where they enjoy a substantial and increasing patronage. The })olitical convictions of these gentlemen are positive, sympathising with the platform and principles of the republican party. Socially they are pleasant and compaionable gentlemen.

Gertrude Crowder

|MITTS E. WrLHITE, I). I). S. Amon<r the men who ^ive char- '^' Si acter and tone to professional life and who add streno;th and substantialness to Salisl)ury citizenship, is our popular and successful dentist, whose name appears at the head of this paragraph. Dr. Wilhite is a native of Salisbury, havino- been born in that city, March lith 1870, where he has ever since lived except while away attendino; colleo;e. He is a son of the late Dr. W. D. Wilhite, so lonor known in the city of Salisbury as a jiracticing- physician and christian gentleman of high standing. He recieved his rudimentary education in the public schools of his native city, and was for two years, 1888-'89, a student in the Salisbury Academy. Having had for some time a yearning for the dental profession, and having early shown an aptitude for its peculiar requirements, he entered the Kansas City Dental College; and in March, 1892, graduated with a high grade from that institution. A month later he had equipped an office with all the latest and best appliances and was engaged in the practice of his profession in Salisbury, Mo. Most unusual to professional life, he was spared the necessity of passing through the proverbial "starving period," and from the first was accorded a successful practice by a generous and appreciative public. And his practice has never abated, but on the contrary has had a regular and continued growth, until now his patronage extends over a large territory, and he is one of the busiest men in Salisbury. He is thoroughly devoted to his profession, and takes delight in making every piece of work of the highest excellence, for the work's sake. He has proven himself a most proficient workman in all the departments of dentistry, and successfully operates all the latest and most difficult grades of work. He applies himself closely to his business and richly deserves his high reputation.

Dr. Wilhite is a valuable member of society. He is straightforward and honest in all his dealings, and is a consistent member of the Baptist church. On February 23, '93, he was married to Miss Ellen Thomas, daughter of Wm. A. Thomas, of Salisbury, Mo., and their attractive home on East third street is a favorite retreat for their many friends in the community.

II^IrESLEY D. MITCHELL. Among otlier citizens of Salisbury, ^ '^* Mo., in the prime of life and full of industry and enterprise, and who possesses all natural and acquired essentials for success in the occupation he follows, is the subject of this sketch. Mr. Mitchell came to this city not very long since, bringino^ with Hkn testimonials of worth, and his manner and deportment since then have certainly contirnicd the favoral)le oi)inions then formed. He was born November 12, 1870, at Jacksonville, Randolph county, Ylo. His parents were L. ,1. and l>urnette (Doofgett) Mitchell, the former born in Madison county, Kentucky, and the latter a native of Iowa. The father beino; engaged in agricultural pursuits, the boyhood days of our subject were spent upon the farm, attending the public schools in winter. Completing his education at the well known Central College, of Fayette, Mo., in 1890.

On leaving school our subject taught school for three terms as a means of a livelihood, in Howard and Macon counties, devoting his unemployed time to study of law, having chosen that profession as his life's occupation. Having read for several months under the direction of Capt. Ben Guthrie, of Macon City, a very al)le and distinguished attorney, our su])ject was formally admitted to the bar. May 1, 1894, opening his office in I this city, where he has flattering prospects of success. Politically, Mr. Mitchell is a true and loyal democrat, whose parents liefore him were of the same belief and principles. Religiously, of the Christian church and takes active Socially, he is a member of the Knights of Equity, and one of Salisbury's most pleasant and agreeable gentlemen, honored and respected for his many nol)le traits of mind and heart.

[AMES P. HENDERSON. A young man of industrious habits, socialile, of pleasant manners and one devoted to his business in which he has displayed an apt and practical knowledge, is the subject of this sketch. He was born one and one-half miles northeast of Salisl)ury, February 8, 1871, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Henderson, well and most favoral)ly known citizens of Chariton county. Prior to attaining his majority he resided at home, attending the public schools in the winter and assisting his father upon the farm in the summer. On Septemher 21, lS9'-2, he was united in marriao^e to Miss Leona E. Davis, a most worthy and exemplary lady and the dauohter of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Davis, iniiucntial citizens of Chariton county, residino; three and one-half miles southeast of this city. As should have ))een expected, this union resulted in a haj^py one, and has been blessed by the birth of two briirht little dautrhters. Followino- his marriaofe, Mr. Henderson erected a nice cottaoe upon his father's land and at once commenced sinkino^ a shaft for coal. At a depth of 60 feet, he was rewarded by striking a vein 4 feet thick, of as o^ood a quality of bituminous coal as is to be found anywhere. This vein he has since proHtably mined, furnishing- employment to some V2 or 15 miners the greater part of the year, finding ready sale in this city for his total outj)ut. Last spring our subject purchased a nice little cottage in the norliiern part of this city, to which he has moved his family, and is now perfecting arrangements ]:)rior to opening a wood and coal yard in this city, in which he will no doubt prove successful.

Mr. Henderson is an industrious young man, and gives ])romise of being richly rewarded, in so far as this world's goods are concerned, for his untiring energy. Politically, he afliliates with the democratic party.

[ILLIAM B. JAMES. Among others, in Chariton county yet in the prime of life, who have attained a reasonable degree of success in a chosen line due to their persistent industry, is the subject of this sketch. Being a gentleman with an extended circle of acquaintances, it is his pleasure to boast of as many friends as any one in the county. He was born near Roanoke, in Howard county, May 12, 1862, and was a son of Robert James, a prominent merchant of Roanoke, who with his family moved to Salisbury, in 1866, where he again engaged in the mercantile business until his death in 18TP>. Robert James, grandfather of our subject, of German descent and a

Kentuckian hy birth, was amonothe early settlers of Howard county, locatinof near Koanoke in 1819. .She who o:iu(led the early steps of our sul)iec-t was in her maidenhood, Miss Sarah Twynian, dauo^hof a V"iro;inian, who moved to Howard county in the lO's. It was there she met and married Robert flames, which union was blessed by the birth of two children, W. B., our subject, and a dauofhter, Allie, who died in her youth. By a former marriaoe, Kol)ert James, was the father of another son, Albert James, who now resides at Idaho Sprinos, Idaho. Sometime after the death of her husband, the mother of our sul)ject was united in marriao;e to Dr. J. W. Craio^, with whom she now happily resides at Jefferson City. At the ao;e of thirteen years, our subject, havino; chosen the druobusiness as his life's occupation, entered upon an apprenticeship in the establishment of W. H. Tindall, and t)y diligent study and improvement of every opportunity soon mastered the art of compoundino; medicine. Ten years later, (1885,) Mr. James, by his frugality and business foresioht. had accumulated sufficient means as to enable him to purchase a half interest in the estal)lishnient, which he has since owned and conducted with a commenda))le deo;ree of saofacity. The style of the ffrm is now James & Welch, Dr. J. F. Welch, of this city, a practicino; physician and suro-eon, with a o;enerous clientao-e, being the junior memliers. On March 4, 1885, Mr. James was tmited in marriage to Miss Ida K., the intelligent and accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Green, well and favorably known in this city for a numljer of years. This union has resulted in the l)irth of three l)right and interesting girls, namely, Lizzie, aged 1); Susie, 7; and Annie, now four. Fate has dealt very kindly with our subject. Blessed with a happy home, possessed of a good and paying business and enjoying the confidence and esteeiu of his friends, he may well congratulate himself that his lot has been cast along such pleasant lines. Socially, he is an honored member of the Masonic and Knight of Pythias fraternities, while politically he is a pronounced democrat.

^|i/RANKLIN M. CLEMENTS, M. D. A worthy representative of a family prominently connected with the development of Kentucky and a o-entleman closely identitied with the a^rowth and proo:ress of Salishiiry since 1876 is the subject of this sketch. He was born in Daviess county Kentuck}^ June 22, 1847. At the age of 16 years he enlisted in the army, in the cause of the South, but was taken a prisoner at Selma, Alabama, in March, 1865. On returnino; home at the close of the war, he completed his literary education by takino; a course in a popular Academic colleo;e of his state. Havino; decided upon the practice of medicine as his life's occupation, in 1868 he entered Jelferson Medical College of Philadel})hia from which he graduated with becoming honors in 1871. On returning home our sul)iect hung out his shingle and for live years following enjoyed a very lucrative and flattering practice. In 1876, being thoroughly impressed with the greater opportunities and possibilities to be had in

Chariton county, Mo., he bid farewell to Kentucky soil and has since been one of Salisbury's most enterprising, influential and publicspirited citizens. On account of failing health, in 1881 he was forced to al)andon his profession and turn his attention to other pursuits. He then engaged in the real estate and tire insurance business in which he met with commendal)le success for a number of years. In the spring of 1808 he was elected cashier of "The Peoples' Bank" of this city, a position he has since held with honor and credit to himself and to the stockholders and directors of the bank.

The third marriage of our subject occurred at Owensboro, Ky., Jime 22, 1892, when he was married to Miss Susy Spickernagle, a lady of culture and refinement.

During his residence in Salisbury, Dr. Clements has enjoyed the confidence, esteem and respect of a host of acquaintances;. He has been thoroughly identified with the growth and progress of the city and can always I)e relied upon to lend his influence and support towai'ds any scheme that promises to prove beneficial to the conmmnity. A gentleman in the true sense, possessed with a ripe understanding of matters of finance and a comprehensive grasp of business generally, his opinion and advice is frequently sought after upon a variety of subjects. Socially, he is one of Salisbury's most pleasant and courteous citizens while politicallj^ he affiliates with the democratic party.

[ILLIAM L. ALLIN. Numbered amonor the enerofetic. selfreliant and enterprising young business men of Salisl)ury, Mo., in the prime of life and with a bright future awaiting him, is the gentleman whose name heads this sketch. He was born near Renick, Randolph county. Mo., May 1, 1859 and is the son of Joseph Allin, now a prominent citizen of this city. The mother of our subject, who in her maidenhood was a Miss Cassie Dameron, died when her son was a youth l)ut seven years of age. The boyhood days of our subject, prior to attainincr his majority, was more or less uneventful, beino^ spent in securino; an education and assistincr Ins father in a grocery establishment at Huntsville, Mo. In 18S0 he assumed the responsil)ilities of life for himself, eno-aoino- in the cattle lousiness in Montana. Ten years later, (1890), o^rowinof weary of a frontier life, oar snl)ject returned to Missouri and accepted a clerical position with his father, who in the meantime had enwio-ed in the luml)er business in Salisbury. A year later Mr. Allin eno;ao;ed in the furniture business in this city and the success with which he has met and the patronao-e he has since enjoj-ed are liis best recommendations for his excellent business ability and his personal ada})tation to the o cc u pation in which he is enwaoed. On the 2Tth day of 8e))t., 1893, it was the happy fortune of our subject to be united in marriaofe to Miss Don Creson, one of Salisbury's fair and most worthy youno- ladies and the da u oh te r of Mrs. Fannie C'reson, for many years a resident of this city. This union has l)een ahap- ])y one and has l)een blessed by the birth of a brio-ht little dauo-htcr, now 21 months old. Socially, Mr. Allin is a worthy mend)er of the I. O. O. F., Kiiiuhtsof Pythias, Knio-hts of the Maccabees and Kniofhts of Fquity, while i)()litically he atii Hates with the democratic party.

ji^/'RANCIS BION McCTJHRY. Of the worthy citizens of Salisbury, Mo., who look at the brio-ht side of the world and have a a kind word and pleasant smile for all, whose enemies are few and friends legion, easily ranks the gentleman whose name heads this sketch. He was born in Indiana, Octolier 31, 1858, just across the line from White Pigeon, Mich. Three 3^ears later his parents, G. P. and llnice (Thurston) McCurry, moved to Missouri, locating in Chariton county, ten miles north of Salisbury, where the father yet resides.

The boyhood days of our subject,,^,.---^ ^ were spent assisting his father in the discharge of his farm duties and at- - tending the public schools oi the district in the winter. Upon attaining his majority, Mr. McCurry bid farewell to the parental roof and entered upon life's duties for himself. The first two years, 1880 and '81 he spent in Kansas as salesman for a nursery establishment. In 1882, being olfered a clerkship in a mercantile business in Salisbury, Mr. McCurry located in this city and with the exception of two years, has since been thoroughly identified with the growth and development of the town. For a number of years past he has ])een in engaged in l)usiness for himself and has always enjoyed a liberal share of the pul)lic patronage.

On Octolier 2, 1888, he was united in marriage to Miss Susie E. Redd, a most worthy and excellent lady and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Redd of this city. Mr. and Mrs. McCurry have a very beautiful home on LaFevre street, which is an attractive spot for a large circle of friends and acquaintances.

Socially, our sul)ject is modest and unassuming in manner and disposition and though comparatively young in years he has had considerable experience in business and gives promise of a liright future in the battle of life. He is an honored member of the I. O. O. F., in which order he has filled all the offices; also, a prominent member of the Knights of Pythias. Religiously, Mr. McCurry and his wife are active memljers of the C. P. church. The political views of our subject are positive and are the result of honest convictions, his affiliations being with the repul)lican party. He has always taken great interest in public matters and has strong faith in the party with which he is allied.

HOMAS P. SCHOOLER, Representative of Chariton county, Mo., and a siiceessfnl business man and prominent citizen of Salisbury, was born in Ray county, Mo., Feb. 2, 1862. The parents of Mr. Schooler, of Eno:lish descent, were Kentuckians ))y birth and early settlers of this state. The boyhood days of our sul> ject were spent at home in Ray Co., ujx)!! the farm, attcndiuii" the public schools in the winter. Ha vinor attained his majority in \S8, Mr. Schooler determined upon securino- for himself an education and accordino^ly entered the Salis])ury Hio-h Schools, then under the Superintendency of Prof. AVm. Cullen. At the close of this school, our suliject beoan teachintj, in order to provide himself with the necessary funds for pursuing his studies, which he has since continued. For two years he was a student at Roanoke Academy, and for the same leno;th of time of the Kirksville State Normal. In 18!) 1 he attended the Warrensburg: State Normal, from which he o-raduated with becomins; honors. At this school Mr. Schooler captured first award in a contest for the best declamation. In 1892 in an oratorical contest held by the Teachers' Institute of Chariton count}^ Mr. Schooler ao^ain won considerable distinction })y capturino; first prize, iB2.5.00 in crold. In 1804 after a hotly contested election, Mr. Schooler secured the nomination and subsequent election to the office of Representative of Chariton county. Among other bills introduced by him, which afterwards became a law, was tlie " Central Hicrh School Rill."

Havino; chosen the practice of law as his future occupation, Mr. Schooler, at the April term (1896) of the Chariton county circuit court, made application for admission to the bar, and standino; a satisfactory examination, was formally admitted by Judge W. W. Rucker.

On July 4, 1892, he was united in marriage to Miss Mary E. Fuller, a worthy and intellectual lady of Kandolph county. This union has been blessed with "one democrat (W. H.) who should he live will cast his first ballot in 1914." Socially, our subject is a gentleman of large sympathies, of gentle character, thoughtful and considerate for others, honored and respected by many friends and acquaintances.

Vl l/HOMAS J. MOORE, D. D. S. In presenting, in this volume, sketches of some of the most prominent and successful business men and citizens of Chariton county, very properly the gentleman whose name heads this article, presents itself for at least a brief biographical review, he having led a career and accomplished results, which render his life not only personally interesting, but, of value and importance to the conununity in which he resides. He was born near Fayette, Howard county, November 29, 1844. Geo. W. Moore, the father of our subject, was ])orn near Salisbury, North Carolina, Feb. 2, 1795, and, with his parents, in 1810, emigrated to Kentucky. .Two years later, having enjoyed fair educational advantages, he located in Dearborn county, Indiana, where he taught school until 1825, when he emigrated to How^ard county, Mo. It was during his residence in Kentucky that he met and became enamored with one Miss Burlinda Brockman, who became his wife, June 25, 1825, in Howard county Mo., she having emigrated to this state with her parents, a few months previous, from Kentucky. This union was blessed ))y the birth of ten children, of whom our subject was the tenth. The death of the mother occurred in 1873. The father died May 10, 1888, at the age of ninety-three, he having lived at the home of our subject the last six years of his life. In 1857, the father of our subject, who entertained lil)eral views res:ardino: the importance of an e(hication, urged his son to select some profession and strive to reach a high standard of excellence. Selecting the practice of dentistry as his life's occupation, our suliject, ])ractically without means, by his own exertions and personal worth, soon mastered his study, advancing to the highest standardof his profession; a position he has since maintained. He commenced his practice in Saline coimty, in 1865. There he enjoyed a commendable patronage until 'Tl, when he located in Salisbury, where he has since resided, enjoying a large clientage, as well as the contidence and respect of his fellow citizens and neighbors.

The second marriage of our sul)ject occurred May 19, 1880, when he was united with Miss Hannah M. Rutherford, a worthy, christian lady of Randolph county. To them one child has been born, a l)right and cheerful little daughter, Mary Larue, now 15 months old.

Socially, Dr. Moore is an honored member of all the l)ranches of Odd Fellowship and takes an active interest in secret work. Religiously, he is a consistent member of the Christian t-hurch: while politically, he is an uncompromising democrat.

JOSEPH C. HALL, the subject of this sketch, and a gentleman of exceptional ability and sterling integrity of character, was born at Laomi, near Springfield, 111., November 27, 1864. James A. Hall, the father, was ))orn in V^irginia, but moved to Sangamon county, 111., in 1831, where he has since resided. It was there he met and married Miss Margaret Darneille, mother of our subject. The father, being engaged in agricultural pursuits, the lioyhood days of Joseph C. were spent upon the farm. Having completed the course of the public schools, Mr. Hall went to Springfield, where he enjoyed the advantao-es of a high school, after which ll he finished his education at the Lincoln University, Lincoln 111., from which institution he graduated June 16, '87, taking second honors in his class. (It was while attending this school that our subject met Miss Florence Slaughter, one of Chariton county Missouri's most worthy, intelligent young ladies, with whom he was united in marriage, June 12, 1889.)

On July 1st, following his graduation, Mr. Hall was tendered a clerkship in the County Clerk's office of Sangamon county, which position he held until Septemi^er 1, '!»1, when he resigned it to accept a similar position in the People's Bank, of Salisbury, Mo. This position, Mr. Hall relinquished one year later, to accept a position with the Bank of Salisl)ury, which he acceptably filled until its failure, July '1)5, since when he has l)een retained by the assignee, to assist in winding up the affairs of that institution. Socially, Mr. Hall is one of Salisbury's most courteous and agreeable gentlemen. Possessed of a happy home, made Innght by the cheerful prattle and laughter of three bright children, namely, George D., aged 6; James A., aged 4; and Josephine, the Imby, he has just cause for the pleasures and happiness of life he experiences. He is an honored member of the I. O. O. F. and takes an active interest in secret work. Politically, he is an uncompromising democrat.