Dover Township (part 1 of 2)

Dover Township

The first mention of Dover township occurs February 5, 1836, when it was ordered by the county court " that Tabo township be hereafter known and designated by the name and style of Dover township." This was only a small remnant of the original Tabo township, and comprised the most of the territory now embraced in Dover and Middleton townships. The boundaries of the newly named township are not given; but it is at this date laid off into eight road districts, with numbers and overseers as follows:

First road district, Wm. W. Shroyers, overseer; second road district, JLegrand Buford, overseer; thirty-fifth road district, John Smeltser, overseer; thirty-fourth road district, Robert Sensabaugh, overseer; thirtythird road district, Wm. Hickman, overseer; thirty-second road district,

The first mention of schools occurs May 4, 1840. A majority of the voters of Dover township had petitioned to be organized in accordance with an act of the legislature, entitled " an act to provide for the organization, support, and government of common schools," approved February 9, 1839. The county court appointed Joseph W. Hall, Nathaniel Davidson, and Hubbell Foster, school directors for the township; and the first school meeting was to be held at the town of Dover, July 23, following.

July 4, 1848, new boundaries for Dover township were established, as follows: " Commencing at the mouth of Tabo creek, in the middle of the main channel thereof, where the same empties into the Missouri river, thence up said creek with the middle of the main channel thereof, to where the same crosses the township line between townships No. 49 and 50 in range No. 26; thence east with said township line to where the same intersects the range line between ranges 24 and 25; thence with said range line north to the. Missouri river; thence with said river to the place of beginning." And so the boundaries remain to the present time, 1881.

The early French traders had called several places Terre Bonne (pronounced Tair Bone), or " good land;" such a name would first apply to the country generally, and then gradually be limited to a smaller portion and finally to the village or trading post. As American settlers came in, new names were given, and old ones localized and spelled by sound, rather than according to the original meaning in French, and often shortened in sound: Thus Terre Bonne was first shortened into Ta Beau. Some think this was the original name and meant " the gallant," or " elegant," or as we moderns say, " splendid," but this was merely a later shortening of the original; it was next Anglicized into Tabbo, and finally Tabo, and limited to a small creek instead of naming and describing a region of country. Such is the evolution of the name of Tabo creek, -which now forms the boundary between Lexington and Dover townships.

Early Settlements

The first settlement in this township Was made by John Lovelady and Solomon Cox, in the year 1817, one-half mile west of the present village of Dover. W. R. Cole and Tames Bounds settled one and a half miles west; they made some other improvements in the same year. Solomon Cox came from Virginia and settled on section 29. W. R. Cole came from Virginia and settled on section 30. James Bounds, Sr., James Bounds, Jr. and Obadiah Bounds, came from Tennessee and settled on section 31 in the year 1818. Christopher Jago, Wm. Carpenter and John Parkerson came from Tennessee in the year 1819. Z. Linville, a Sto- nite preacher, Martin Trapp, a reformed preacher, called by some at that time, a Stonite preacher,* John Welsh, Jesse Nelson, Enoch Fox,Wm.Fox, Dyer Cash and Joseph Cantrell came in 1818. Mr. Bovvers erected the first corn mill and distillery in the county, about one-half mile west of Dover. There was a log church erected in Dover by the different denominations. The ministers were Rev. Martin Trapp, Rev. Zachariah Linville, Finis Ewing, Robert King, Robert Mare; the three last named were Cumberland Presbyterian; Ransom Clark, an O. S. Baptist. These ministers invariably united and held their meetings, leaving the converts to join whichever denomination they pleased. The first marriage in the county was at Solomon Cox's in January, 181S; Mr. John Lovelady to Miss Mary Cox, daughter of Enoch Cox, of Grayson county, Virginia, by Rev. Martin Trapp. The first births were Rebecca and Elizabeth, twin daughters of Mr. John and Mary Lovelady. Rebecca is still living and the wife of John B. Dysart. The first death was Martin Trapp, in 1820; the second, Wm. R. Cole, September 15, 1821; both were buried in the cemetery near Dover, which Mr. Cole himself had laid out. The first physician was Dr. Buck, of Massachusetts; he died at the warm springs, Arkansas. The first school was taught in the log school house just south of Dover, in the year 1822, by George Marquis, who died soon after. The first school house was built of logs, gratuitously, by the citizens, and was located half a mile south of Dover. The first weaving of cloth is supposed to have been done by Mrs. John Lovelady and Mrs. Solomon Cox. In the first settling of the country, it was, like all other new countries, devoid of roads and means of travel, and the citizens wishing to go to a certain place took the direction, making a passable road as they went.

Page City

Page City, situated on the Lexington branch of the Missouri Pacific R. R., was laid out in 1871 by Joseph H. Page, on 20 acres of land belonging to himself and 11 acres belonging to his brother, G. R. Page.

Churches Of Dover Village

The Dover Baptist Church. - Organized in about the year 1844. The original members were: P. M. Gaw and wife, Wm. Fristoe and wife, Mrs. Ann C. Mallory, Willis Mathews and wife, Willis Gaulding and wife, David Powers and wife and M. T. Buford. The building originally occupied by this church was built in 1845, and dedicated by the Rev. Wm. C. Ligon. It cost about $1,500. In 1876 it was removed and a new one built in its stead - a fine commodious edifice - at a cost of $6,000. This was dedicated by the Rev. W. Pope Yeaman.

*This was then a new sect or denomination and was called by various nicknames, such as "New Light," " Stonites," " Campbellites," etc . They are now known as " Christians," -or " Disciples."

The successive pastors have been, the Revs. Wm. C. Ligon, E. Roth, Charles Whitney, E. S. Dulin, Mr. Kingdom, E. S. Tichenor, G. W. Smith, C. T. Daniel and T. W. Tate. Since the organization of this church five others have been established in the vicinity, which have drawn considerably from its membership, which at present is small, numbering about 50. At one time it had over 150 communicants.

The First M. E. Church, South, of Dover city. - Organized in 1880. The original members were: James Schooling, S. R. McCorkle and wife, Mrs. Swacker and daughter, M. Catron and daughter and others. The church holds its sessions in a frame edifice, built in 1881, at a cost of $1,500. It is not yet dedicated. At present the Rev. W. B. McFarland occupies the pulpit. Although but recently organized twenty members have already joined, and the indications of prosperity for the society in the future are favorable.

The present officers are, John C. Woods, W. M.; James Clayton, S. W. James Cather, J. W.; H. Wahl, Treas.; R. T. Koontz, Sec'y; L. Buford, S. D.; John Wheatley, J. D.; Lewis Ligon, Tyler; L. B. Gordon and F. G. Henry, Stewards. Number of members at present, 44 Hall built of brick, and rented of the Dover Store company.

War And Women In Dover

" And Dover, too - this pretty little village, so peaceful and so calm - had put on her gala dress to welcome the army and crown with garlands her returning braves marching in the advance of Shelby's division. Those same Dover girls cost some of Shelby's soldiers dearly, indeed. Lingering behind to gather a few more smiles and bind a few more soft lovewhisperings around hearts soon to be separated, were Capt's Charley Jones, Ben. Neal, Will Redd, Lieut. Seb Plattenburg, Sid. Martin, Den - nis McNamara, Sam. Downing and one or two others. Songs, music, patriotic toasts and wooings without number stole the night away, and continued until the cold October sun had risen red and ominous the next morning, when about eight o'clock one hundred or so Federals dashed into town and opened a furious pistol fusilade upon everything in sight. Seb. Plattenburg and Will. Redd were three hundred yards from their horses, and in a house at that, and busy with the girls. Jones mounted his men and fought a while to enable the two unfortunate cavaliers to regain their steeds, which they did and escaped from Dover in safety. The enemy then pressed Jones rapidly up the Lexington road, shot his horse, ran Sid. Martin out of his saddle, but were finally distanced in the race. Lieut. Plattenburg and Capt. Redd made a detour around Dover in order to gain this same Lexington road and came squarely upon the Federals who had halted in their pursuit of Jones' party. Mistaking them for friends, as almost all the Confederates wore blue overcoats at that time, they rode boldly into their ranks, remarking: 'It's all right boys. The damned melish are beaten at last. ' The mistake, however, soon came rudely home to them, and they were dismounted and disarmed."

Bushwhackers At Berlin

The Lexington Weekly Union of Sept. 19, 1863, says: "As the steamer Marcella, on her upward trip on Thursday evening last, approached Berlin Landing in Dover township, twelve miles below this city, she was ordered to land by about sixty bushwachers. There being no protection to the pilot house, and about fifty revolvers pointed at the pilot, he coulddo nothing but obey. The boat had no sooner landed than she was boarded by these monsters. They robbed the boat and passengers of $900, and sevral cases of boots and shoes, clothing, etc. They then searched the boat and found four soldiers, belonging to Col. Sigel's regiment, Fifth M. S. M., residents of this city, who were on furlough and on their way here. Their names were Martin Fisher, Chas. Waggoner, Edvv'd Knobbs, Chris. Seelly. They took them off the boat and a short distance into the woods, where they placed them in line and inhumanly fired on them. Fisher, Knobbs and Seely, were killed instantly; but Waggoner, not being hit, ran and hid and finally made his escape."

Corder

Corder is a station on the Chicago & Alton Railroad in Dover township, and was laid out in 1878 and incorporated in 1881. The first mayor was G. W. Neithercut. The post office was established in 1878 with W. J. Leise as post master. He also built the first house, and owned the first store in the town. The first physician, was Dr. Lewis Carthrae, who had practiced in the county before [coming to this place. The first religious service was held in the school house by the Baptists. The first minister was Edward Roth, of the Baptist church. The present officers are Geo. Neithercut, mayor; Henry Leise, marshal; Dr. Lewis Cathrae, L. Ambruster, H. F. Kleinmuck, J. W. Dean, council.

JVieaPs Cha-pcl, Corder, was organized in 1870. The names of the original members were Lewis Neal, and family, W. Barley and some ten or fifteen others. The first church building was erected in 1870, and is of frame, at a cost of $4,000. It was dedicated in 1S71 by Bishop Marvin. Their pastors have been J. C. Shackleford, M. Atkinson, W. F. Camp, B. Margason, R. H. Laffer, W. T*. Brown and W. B. McFarland. The number of the present membership about 100. The church since its organization has been situated about half mile from Corder, but is now being removed to Corder.

Corder Grange was instituted by Thomas Allen, in the year 1881. Nathan Corder, F. S. Burton, John Board, L. Frazier, S. B. Shrader, Chas. Burton, Wm. Corder, H. S. Huffman, Mack Avitt, F. M. Burton, Morton Hilliard, J. C. Board, Chas. Shrader, Mrs. F. S. Burton, Mrs. Geo. Corder, Miss Dora Frazier, Miss Zoah Avitt and Miss R. Corder were charter members, and the first officers, were Nathan Corder, W. M. : F. S. Burton, Overseer; John Board, Lecturer; S. B. Shrader, Chaplin; Wm. Corder, Treasurer; Chas. Shrader, Secretary; L. Frazier, Steward; Chas. Burton, Assistant Stewart; H. S. Huffman, Gate Keeper; Miss R. Corder, Pomona; Dora Frazier, Ceres; Mrs. Geo. Corder, Flora, Miss Zoah Avitt, Assistant Steward. The number of present membership is eighteen.

Long Grove Settlement

The earliest settlers in this neighborhood were Martin Warren and son. who arrived in 1S24, and located on section 23, township 50, range 26. The next to appear were Samuel Walker, Adam Sensibaugh, John Ennis, Thomas Bucklev, Richard Collins, and Mr. Welch, who were natives of Kentuckv and came there in 1826, locating on or near section 26. Alexander H. Page, also of Kentucky, located there in 1827, upon section 23. The first marriage ceremony performed was that of William Johnson and Peggv Ennis, 1S2S, at the residence of the bride's father. The knot was tied by Duke Young. The usual custom of " running for the bottle " at weddings, was indulged in, and the prize was won by Granville Page. This curious custom is described as follows: A bottle of whisky, with a red ribbon tied around its neck and called " Black Betty " was the prize. The contestants would start on Ihorseback from the house where the " infair" was to be held and run to meet the bride and groom. The one who first met them was declared the winner, and had the pleasure of presenting " Black Bettv " to the parson, who took the first drink, then to the bride, then to the groom, etc. All drank from the same bottle. Whole settlements came without invitation and all were made welcome and had a merrv time, usually terminating the proceedings with a dance.

Lafayette Collins, son of Richard and Katy Collins, born in 1827, is reported as being the first male child born in the settlement. He went to

Texas. The first death occurred in 1830, that of Sarah Page, wife of A. H. Page. She was buried in the Page family burying ground. The next was that of the wife of Martin Warren, occurring in 1830 or '31. Mrs. Dillingham died in 1832. The first regular phvsician who located there was Dr. Ward. He came from Lexington and died some years ago. The next was Dr. Buck, also now dead; and afterwards Drs. Flournoy, Percival, and others. Among the first ministers was Finis Ewing, who conducted the first religious services in a neighbor's house. Services were held in private houses until 1S25, when a church was erected, where Dover) nowl stands, by the Methodists and Reformers. It was constructed of logs and services were held in it bv all of the different denominations. The first school numbered about eighteen pupils and was taught on the premises of John Ennis, bv Mr. Gilliam, and others. Sessions were held during twenty-six days of the month aud the tuition was one dollar per pupil, per month. The first school house was built on section 26, (John Ennis" land >. Was constructed of logs and built bv the community, who contributed both labor and material. No money was expended. The settlers raised their own cotton, flax, wool, etc., and each family did its own weaving. Mr. Parkinson in Tabo Grove and Johnny Nelson, south of Lexington, each operated a cotton-gin. Supplies were procured at Lexington. Goods were hauled from Arrow Rock and Old Franklin to Lexington.

Indians were numerous in early days, of a peaceable character, however, though given to theft. The following good joke is told on a party of settlers who were in pursuit of an Indian who had stolen a horse from one of them: They had succeeded in apprehending him and were bringing him back to the settlement. The red man professed to be very penitent, and so won upon the sympathy of his captors that they allowed him considerable liberty. One night while encamped on the Blackwater, as he was assisting them to gather firewood, he gave them the slip, and secreted himselt, as they afterwards ascertained, in some drift-wood in the creek, just allowing his head to project above the water, where he remained until they had ceased hunting for him and the camp had become quiet. He then emerged from his hiding place, secured another and better horse from the camp, with which he succeeded in making his way to his tribe.

Game was plenty. Chris, Mulkev, in 1826, killed five deer before sunrise, where Mr. Page now lives. Bears, panthers, catamounts and elk were plenty, and " wolves by the acre," as " Uncle " Joe Page savs. A panther killed a hog weighing J 50 pounds and covered it with grass, near Uncle Joe's residence. Hunters watched for it, but it did not return.

The old-fashioned flint-lock rifle was the weapon used at that time. On the 4th of July it was customarv to organize a grand hunt, the proceeds of which went to furnish the barbecue which was invariably had after-

Flour and meal were procured at the mill of Solomon Cox, near Dover, also at Jonesboro, Saline county. In 1829 Dick Collins and John Ennis built a horse-mill on the farm of the latter. Sifters were made either of horse-hairs or deer-skins.

Company musters were held at Johnson's Grove, and general musters at Swift's place, five miles south of Lexington. Gen. Graham was in command. The captains were Mock, Graham, Dowden, and others. Three hundred and six Shawnee Indians under a brother of that noted Indian chief, Tecumseh, were encamped for a short time on Tabo creek, in 1828. They were going west.

This settlement is situated on the line between Davis and Dover townships, and derives its name from the original settlers - the two William Johnsons, cousins - who located there in the years of 1827 and 1828. Up to the year 1835 - according to information received from Mr. O. K. Burns - no other settlers appeared in the neighborhood. About that time Mr.

The first regular physician who came there was Dr. W. I. Seeber, who appeared in 1842 or '43. He died in April, 1872. The first church was built in 1844, under the united auspices of the different denominations represented in the settlement, and was named " Oakland Church." It was torn down in 1880.

The first religious services were held in this church, conducted by Dr. J. L. Yantis, old school Presbyterian. Occasionally a Methodist circuit rider would pass that way and hold services. Prior to the building of this church the people worshiped at Dover village, ten miles away.

The first school was taught in 1841, in the log cabin of Mr. O. K. Burns, in Davis township. It consisted of seventeen pupils, taught by Mr. Harris, now a lawyer of Brunswick, Chariton county, Mo., at a compensation of one dollar per pupil per month - it being a private enterprise. The first school house was built of logs, near Oakland church, in 1842 or '43, and was built out of funds subscribed by the community. It cost about $40, exclusive of the labor contributed. About this time Oak-^ land postoffice was established in this neighborhood, with M. C. Burns as postmaster. This has since been discontinued. Prior to its establishment the nearest office was Dover.

procured at Lexington and Dover. The nearest flouring mills were "Brown's" mill in Saline county, and "Webb's" horse-mill at Dover. The settlers frequently had enough corn and wheat ground at a time to last them six months. A few Indians, of a peaceable character, however, were encamped near by, in that early day. Game was scarce - a few deer, turkeys, etc. In 1832 or '33 a traveler was attacked by a panther, eight miles east of Johnson's Grove, on the Salt Pond and Lexington road. He escaped to the settlement, and in company with the Johnsons and others returned and killed two. These were the last seen in that vicinity.

In 1863, a bushwhacker was caught by some militiamen - his horse having stumbled over a negroe's grave, thus enabling his pursuers to come up with him - tied to a tree in front of Oaklend church and shot. A few moments prior to the execution he rather irreverently remarked that " a d - d nigger, whether dead or alive, was always in the way."

Two Federal soldiers, belonging to Deitzler's Regt., Kansas, were killed in 1862 at Tabo bridge in the southern part of Dover township, on the Georgetown road, by Charles Petite and Thomas Paine. One other was severely wounded. The Federals were gathering up horses and other plunder and taking them to Kansas.

Bethel Church was organized sometime in 1871. The original members were Dr. Bull, Jackson Corder and wife, W. R. Finch and wife and about 10 others. The first church building was erected in 1878, of frame, at a cost of $800. It was dedicated in 1878 by M. M. Pugh. Their pastors have been R. H. Shaffer, W. T. Brown, W. B. McFarland. The present membership is about 30. There is a nice lot of ground included with this church.

Lafayette Grange No. 305 was instituted by Thomas Allen in 1873, which was the date of dispensation. The names of the charter members are Dr. W. C. Webb, J. G. Webb, Isaac Neale, E. Roth, G. K. Campbell and wife, and Jacob Zantameyer. The first officers were Dr. W. C. Webb, Master; Richard Barley, Secretary; J. G. Webb, Treasurer. Names of the present officers are Isaac Neal, Master; G. K. Campbell, Overseer; W. G. Neale, Secretary; J. G. Webb, Treasurer; Hon. W. H. Carter, Lecturer; N.J. Davis, Chaplain; Mrs. E. Roth, Ceres; Mrs. M.J. Campbell, Pomona; Mrs. Jacob Zantameyer, Flora. Number of present membership is 60; have no hall but lease the brick school house on the the nw \ of Sec. 15, 50, 25. Lodge in good condition stock-trader and farmer, Dover P. O. The subject of this sketch is a native of Kentucky; born in 1849. His parents came to Missouri in 1857, locating in this county, where Jared is still living, engaged in the cultivation of a fine blue grass farm of 124 acres. His mother still living, residing with him; his father being dead. Mr. C. is an industrious and enterprising business man, of unimpeachable integrity, possessing the confidence of all who have any dealing with him.

Samuel Biggerstaff

engineer and saw-mill operator, Dover P. O. Was born in Monroe Co., Ky., Aug. 15, 1824. Soon after his birth his parents moved to Cumberland county aud located on a farm, upon which the young man grew to manhood. Obtained his education in the common schools of that county. In 1846 he came to Clinton Co., Mo., where he lived until 1851, when he came to this county, where he has resided since, engaged in engineering and operating a saw-mill which he owns, it being the first mill with a circular-saw apparatus ever brought into the count)'. July 19, 1844, he was married to Miss Hizia Hill, of whom he was bereaved after seventeen short months of wedded happiness. In 1847, July 18, he was again united in marriage to Miss M. J. Beck, by whom he had seven children, five of whom are now living - Asa W., John M., Thomas J., Catherine B. and Ottie L. For the second time he was called upon to mourn the loss of a wife, she being thrown from a carriage while out riding, from the effects of which she shortly afterwards died. Nov. 20, 1869, he was married to Mrs. E. J. Inman, of this county. By this union he has one child - Willie. Mr. B. has been a resident of this county for a number of years, and is closely identified with its interests. Is a man of liberal views, clear headed and of good judgment.

John B. Burbridge

retired farmer, P. O. Dover. Born in Clark county, Kentucky, March 10, 1826. Was educated at the Transylvania University, at Lexington, Kentucky, from which he graduated, in about the year 1847. Aiter graduating, he removed to Garrett county, where he practiced medicine for one year. From thence, he went to Shelby county, and engaged in farming, which occupation he followed until December of 1850, when he came to this state and county, and located upon a farm, which he cultivated until a short time since, when he retired from active life, and is now residing about one-half mile west of Dover, enjoying the fruit of many years of unremitted toil. In 1848, he was united in marriage to Miss E. O. Buchanan, of Baltimore, Maryland, a relative of ex-President Buchanan. By this marriage he had four children: Mary, Elizabeth D., Sallie M., Emma B. His wife dying, he was married again, to Miss Emma A. Hilliard, of Lafayette county. Mr. B. has long been a resident of this county; is a man of strict integrity, and unimpeachable character; ready with money and counsel to further the development and progress of the natural resources of the county of his adoption.

blacksmith, P. O. Dover. Is a native of Illinois; born in St. Clair county, September 24, 184S. His father being dead, his mother moved to Cumberland county, Illinois, when he was quite small. He lived with his grandfather until he was nine years of age. His grandfather dying, he was thrown, at this early age upon the cold charities of an unfeeling world, with no resources but his own unaided exertions, to keep him from want and misery. Being active and intelligent, and willing to work, he succeeded in maintaining himself comfortably, until the year 1S62, when he enlisted as drummer boy in the Sixty-first Illinois infantry. He, however, shouldered a musket, and entered the ranks with the rest, participating in the following battles, in which he carried himself with the bearing of a veteran: Vicksburg, Fort Donelson, Little Rock, Helena, and other minor engagements. At the close of the war, he was mustered out, wearing the shoulder-straps of a first lieutenant, having, by meritorious con- duct, risen from the post of drummer boy to that of the second in command of a company. Returning home, he worked with his uncle, at the blacksmith's trade, for a short time, after which he went to California, where he spent ten years, traveling about and engaging in various occupations. In the summer of 1880, he returned to Higginsville, engaging in the restaurant business, until fall, when he went to Dover, where he now resides, working at his trade.

Dr. E. R. Ming

physician and surgeon, P. O. Dover. The Dr. is a native of Missouri; born in Callaway county March 13th, 1849. His father was a native of Virginia; born March 13th, 1813. Came to Missouri at an early da v, locating in Callaway county. He was married to Miss Elmira Harrison, a resident of Boone county, Missouri, and a native of the same. Their nuptials were celebrated in 1846. Seven children were born to them, as follows: John W., Edwin R., Bettie T., Laura E., Annie M., V. Lee and J. Samuel. In 1853, when E. R. was four years of age, the family moved to this county and located at Dover, where his father, being a physician, opened an office and pursued a successful practice. He afterwards opened a drug store, which, with the aid of E. R., he operated in connection with his other duties. The old gentleman died Oct 6th, 1880. Mrs. Ming is still living in Dover. The subject of this sketch was raised and educated primarily in this county. In 1874 he entered the Missouri Medical College at St. Louis, from which he graduated in the spring of 1876, acquitting himself with high honors. Since then he has been engaged in the drug business and the practice of medicine in Dover and vicinity. The Dr. is a finished scholar and a genial gentleman, eminently worthy of the liberal patronage accorded him by an admiring community. While applying himself closely to private affairs, he is not unmindful of public interests, and by his clear and logical analysis of cause and effect, and keen insight into the true inwardness of any enterprise, great or small, has contributed largely to the welfare of the county generally.

farmer and stock raiser, P. O. Dover. Born in Lincoln county, Ky., April 5th, 1832. His parents left Kentucky in 1838 and came to Missouri, spending one year in Cooper county and then in '39 coming to Lafayette county, where the subject of this sketch was educated, partially, attending school for a time at Sweet Springs, Saline county. Was engaged in farming until 1854, when he went to California, where he remained for five years, engaged in stock trading. Came back to Missouri in 1859 - remained until '61, and returned to California. He remained there three years and then went to Idaho and stopped two years there. Again returning to Lafayette county, he settled upon a fine farm of 920 acres, where he now resides, engaged in its cultivation; also giving special attention to raising stock. Mr. Dickson is an intelligent, progressive, farmer; a man who believes that a mere knowledge of how to plough and sow does not constitute all of the requirements of a first-class husbandman. A glance at his well appointed farm and plentiful crops will show at once that he combines reading and observation with his experience. In 1868 he was united in marriage to Miss Laura Brown, of Lincoln county, Ky. Three children were born to them, named as follows: William, Nora Belle and Joshua B. Mr. Dickson, ,Sr., is a native of Kentucky; born in 1797. He is still living in this county and enjoys good health for an octogenarian.

F. H. Bray

machinist. P. O. Waverly. Is a native of Christian county, Missouri; born July 9, 1845. Was educated at the Ozark Normal Institute, where he was at the breaking out of the war. He then enlisted for one year in the confederate army under Gen Price. Fought in all the battles of Corinth, and at the fall of Vicksburg. Was then transferred to the west of the Mississippi, and was engaged in the battle of Saline river, which was the last of any note. At the close of the war, the family moved to this county, where they have since resided. Mr. Bray learned his trade of his father. Since settling in this county, he has been engaged principally in smithing and farming upon a small scale. He also owns the largest steam thresher in the county, which he operates during the season. July 9, 1866, he was united in marriage to Miss N. C. Weedin, of this county. They have one child : Miles Edwin. His wife dying, he *vas married the second time to Miss M. E. Love, also of this county. By this union he has also one child, named Harris Leslie. His father was a native of N. Carolina, and came to Mo. in 1844. The place of his residence is called Braytown, in honor of his family. Mr. Bray has been a resident of this county for several years, and its development bears the impress of his good judgment and active co-operation.

farmer. P. O. Corder. Born in Rappahannock county, Va., January 24, 1822. Was educated and grew to manhood in his native state. September 7, 1851, he came to Mo.; stopping one year in Howard count}--, then coming to this county, where he has since resided, settling in 1854, upon the farm he occupies at the present time. It consists of 165 acres of well improved farm land, and bears the impress of an experienced hand in all its belongings. August 18, 1862, he enlisted in the confederate army, under Gen. Shelby. Fought in the battles of Lexington, Springfield,

Prairie Grove, Hartsville, Helena, Pine Bluffs, Marks Mills, Cape Girardeau, Westport, Newtonia, besides other minor engagements. Was honorably discharged at Shreveport, in June 1865. Was never wounded, but had his gun shot from his hands, twice. Mr. Corbin was first married, December 24, 1844, to Miss Francis M. Miller, of Va. They became parents of six children, named respectively as follows: Francis E., Henry, James W., Lula, Richard L., and Miller J. Mrs. Corbin dying, he was married again to Miss C. E. Carrolton, of this county, a native of Alabama. This union is blessed with five children: Estella, Bennie E., Mary A., Paulina and Mecham. Mr. Corbin deals considerably in stock. He is a man of strict integrity and good business habits. Is one of the substantial citizens of the county, honored by all.

Harrison Steele

farmer. P. O. Dover. The subject of the following is a native of this state and county, and was born on the 8th of October, 1849. Was educated in the common schools of this county, and has always followed the independent life of a farmer. His father was a native of Pa., and came to Missouri in 1838, settling in this county, where he died, his wife and five children surviving him. Mr. Steele has been identified with the interests of the county all his life, and is a young man of worth, taking an active part in public affairs.

Henry L. Corbin

farmer, P. O. Dover. Is a native of Virginia, born in Rappahannock county, June 12, 1845. His father moved to Missouri in 1851, and to this county in 1852, of which Henry, our subject, has ever since been a resident, with the exception of nine months spent in the army. Has always been engaged in farming. In October, 1864, he enlisted in confederate army, Col. Gordon's regiment, company C, Gen. Shelby's brigade. Was engaged in the battles of Westport, Cane Hill, and several other engagements of less note. Was honorably discharged at Shreveport, in June, 1865. He then returned to this county, making the trip from Shreveport to Waverly by water. June 10, 1869, he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Potter, of this county; six children were born to them, named as follows: Willie F., Thomas C, Ottie M., Henry, Edward and Sallie. Mr. C. owns a fine farm of 250 acres, upon which is built a handsome residence, and substantial outhouses. It is under a high degree of improvement, showing substantial evidence of the practical knowledge and enterprise of its owner, v farmer, P. O. Dover. The subject of our sketch was born in Fauquier county, Virginia, April 14, 1839. Was educated in his native state and came to Missouri at the age oL 19, and settled in this county, where he has since resided, the greater part of the time. In May, 1861, he enlisted in the confederate army under Gen. Shelby, Col. Gordon's regiment, company A. Participated in the battles of Carthage, Springfield, Newtonia, Marks Mills, Marshall raid, Helena, Little Rock, and many other minor engagements. Left the service at Corsicana, Texas, he, like many others, never having been regularly discharged. He then went to Mexico, where he remained ten or eleven months, engaged in farming. From thence he went to California and engaged in the same occupation there for about the same length of time. He then went to Virginia where he remained for a short time and then came back to this county. In 1873, was married to Miss Sallie J. Dickson, of: this county. They have four children: Margaret, Emma, Lizzie, Sallie.

N. F. Fox

farmer and miller, P. O. Dover; is a native of this state and county; born July 1, 1827; has always been^ resident of Dover township. Was raised on a farm and educated in this county. In 1855 he went into the milling business, operating a saw-mill, in partnership with Samuel Biggerstaff, situated three-fourths of a mile east of Dover. In September, 1862, he enlisted in the confederate army, under Shelby, Gordon's regiment, company B; was engaged in the battle of Newtonia, where he was severely wounded in the thigh. Was taken prisoner about the LSth of October, 1862, and taken to St. Louis. From there he was taken to Alton, where he remained until June, 1863, when he was exchanged and ordered to the east, arriving in Richmond, Virginia, the last of June, and joining the command of Gen. Forrest, was engaged in several skirmishes and was again captured at Penola, Mississippi, February, 1864. He was taken to Springfield and there took the oath and returned home. In 1848, he was married to Miss Sarah E. McCool, of this county. Their union is blessed with five children, as follows: Sarah E., Susan A., Wm. N., Delia R., and Robert E. Mr. Fox is a veteran of the Mexican war, having served for one year under Col. Easton. He has a good record as a soldier and is a citizen of worth and merit, respected by all.

Capt. R. Todhunter

breeder of blooded stock, P. O. Dover. The captain is a native of Kentucky, born in Jessamine county, February 10, 1841; was educated at the Transylvania University, at Lexington, Kentucky, attending during the four years of '57 and '60, inclusive. Shortly after leaving school, he enlisted in the confederate army, under Gen. Churchill. Was commissioned captain and assistant-adjutant general, in 1863, January 16. Served in that capacity over Ector's Texas brigade, during the remainder of the war. Was in all of the engagements participated in by the commands of Hood, Johnson and Bragg. Was severely wounded at the battle of Murfreesborough, being shot through the left breast, also received a builet in the leg at Chickamauga, and one in the neck at Nashville. A colonel's commission was given him, with permission to raise a regiment of supernumery officers, (whose commands had become depleted by the casualties of war) which was nearly completed when the war closed. He surrendered under Gen. Taylor, at Meridiana, Mississippi, in April, 1865. By special permission of the officers in charge of the surrender, he was paroled as assistant-adjutant general of the brigade with which he served. He then went to Kentucky, where he remained five years and then came to this county, of which he has since been resident, engaged in breeding fine stock. In June, 1874, he was united in marriage to Miss Annie Neill, of Lexington, Missouri. They have had two children, one now living, viz: Neill, a fine boy of four years of age. The deceased one was named Jennie; born in April, 1875, and died in July, 1880. The captain in his attempt to improve the stock in this vicinity, deserves the hearty co-operation of all interested. He handles short horns, and trotting horses representing many different breeds.

James H. Cather

farmer and school teacher; P. O. Dover. Was born in West Virginia, Taylor county, November 20, 1849. Lived there, attending school when he became of the proper age, until 1866, when he came to this state, locating, first, in Knox county, where he attended school one year; going from thence to Chariton county, and entering the Brunswick seminary, which he also attended one year. He then went to Lexington, then to Dover, where he attend school for five years. After leaving school he engaged in teaching, which occupation he has alternated with farming ever since - teaching during fall and winter, and cultivating his farm during summer. January 27, 1875, he was married to Miss Emma E. Fulkerson, of this county; a native of Virginia. Their union is blessed with three children: Louiana, Ernest, and Amanda. Mr. Cather is living on a well cultivated farm of 85 acres, which, with all the property he now possesses, he has acquired by his own unaided exertions. He has always taught in this county, and during the last three years has taught the school situated one mile east of Dover, which fact argues well with his success as a teacher. During the latter part of the war he was engaged in teaming, between Webster and Beverly. He is an active, energetic business man; successful in whatever he undertakes; being so, probably, because he engages in no enterprise without first carefully weighing the reasons, -pro and con, and subjecting them to the critical analysis of his well balanced judgment.

Granville K. Campbell

faamer, P. O. Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Alabama; born at Huntsville, June 22, 1823. His parents, James and Ann Elizabeth Campbell, were formerly residents of Lafayette county, moving to Alabama in about 1818 or '19. In 1834 the family returned to this county, locating upon a farm in Lexington township, where Granville passed his youth in a manner common to farmer boys; attending school in winter and working on the farm in summer. In 1849, October 3, he married his first wife, Miss Louise J. Walker. By this marriage they had five boys: Samuel W., James H., Robert Lee, Hiram Farris, and Ion Granville, (deceased). Mrs. Campbell died July 9, 1865. In 1853 Mr. C. purchased the splendid farm upon which he now resides, consisting of 515 acres of land, which in its advanced state of cultivation, and comfortable and convenient buildings and improvements, shows that a man of broad views and practical experience is at the helm. June 5, 1866, he married for his second wife, Mrs. Maria Johnson, nee Hockensmith. The fruit of this union is one son: Alexander B. Mr. Campbell took no active part in the late war, remaining at home during the greater part of the time, engaged in the cultivation of his farm. By his steady application and industrious efforts, he has succeeded in accumulating considerable wealth, which he uses in a manner calculated, according to his judgment, to produce the greatest good to the largest number. He has started three of his sons in business, having given to each a fine farm. He has also taken an active part in public affairs, and to him the county is indebted in a great measure, for its present advanced stage of prosperity.

W. H. Carter

farmer and stock raiser, P. O. Dover. The subject of this brief sketch, one of the influential citizens of the county, was born January 30, 1842, and is a native of Richmond, Virginia. His father, having made several trips through the west, and being pleased with the country, made preparations for removing his family thither, but died in January, 1849, before accomplishing his object. His mother, however completed the preparations and moved to this state, November 5, 1848, locating on a farm, where our subject passed his boyhood - attending the high school at Dover for several years. In 1864 he entered Bethany college, remaining there two years. He then spent the same length of time in the Kentucky university, at Lexington, Kentucky. Returning to Lafayette county he taught school for six or seven years, the most of the time at Dover. Since then he has been engaged in farming and stock raising. He was united in marriage to Miss Ada B. Campbell, daughter of Robert Campbell, of this county, Dec. 20, 1866. Four children are the fruit of their union: Jennie, Ollie, Kenneth, and Byron. In November, 1880, he was elected to represent the eastern district of this county, in the state legislature; was the democratic candidate and was elected by a large majority, without any effort on his part; showing his popularity among the voters of his district. With such men as Mr. Carter in the legislature, the people may rest assured that public affairs will be administered upon a basis of right and justice.

William Kirtley

farmer, P. O. Dover. The parents of the subject of this sketch were native Virginians, who went to Boone county, Kentucky, at an early day, where Wm. was born, October 28, 1812. Was raised and educated in his native state. In 1837 he came to Missouri on a prospecting tour, and being prepossessed with the country moved there in 1844, settling in Lafayette county, Dover township, where he purchased land and opened up a farm. In 1856 he built a fine, large, brick residence. August 27, 1832, he was married to Miss Elizabeth E. Shelby, of Charlestown, Indiana, a distant relative of Gen. Jo Shelby of this county. By this union they have seven children, namely: Elijah B., Gustavus A., James B., Richard B., Charles C, (named after Charles Carroll, of Carrollton, Maryland, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence), Dora M., Montie M. In 1831 while making a trip from Cincinnati, to the south, via. the river, engaged in shipping stock, a causualty happened, which came near being serious. When near New Madrid the boat struck upon a snag and instantly filling, all came near being drowned. By prompt action, however, all were rescued. While on his return trip from Missouri, an opportunity was offered him to purchase a tract of land at $10 per acre, which is now worth $500 per acre. As he had already bought in Lafayette county, he declined, thereby making, as he expressed it, " the greatest mistake of his life." Mr. Kirtley is an energetic, enterprising business man; one who does not sit down to "cry over spilt milk," but immediately goes to work and rectifies a mistake, as far as possible when one is made.

E. Bee Small

merchant, P. O. Dover. Was born September 18, 1861, in Wood county, West Virginia. Was raised and educated there. His father being proprietor of a hotel in Lubeck, he was engaged in that for a time, acting in the capacity of clerk. He spent two years in Oxford, Dodridge county, clerking for a merchant of that place, named Ephraim Bee. He then returned home and worked on a farm for a time. In December, IS 79, he came to this state and count}-, stopping at first in Higginsville, working for different parties, finally locating at Dover, where he is now employed learning the tinner's trade. His father is a native of California, going to Virginia when a young man. Mr. Small is an industrious, energetic young man, of strict integrity, possessing the entire confidence of his employers and acquaintances.

George W. Garr

farmer, P. O. Dover. Is a native of Virginia, Madison, county, born May 4, 1S27. Was raised on a farm and educated in the common schools. May 17, 1850, he came to Missouri, locating in Lafayette county, and engaging at carpentering, which trade he had learned before leaving Virginia, and which he followed until the breaking out of the war. In July, 1862, he enlisted in Col. Gordon's regiment, company B, under General Shelbv. Entered as private and was engaged in the battles of Carthage, Little Rock, Prairie Grove, Helena, where he was wounded in the shoulder and arm, but not seriously. Was also wounded at Clarendon bv a ball passing through the arm, and breaking one of the bones in the wrists At Westport he was struck by a ball which he now has in his possession. His horse was killed in same battle, he making a very narrow escape. At the close of the war he went to Mexico with Shelbv and has never been regularlv discharged. July 4, 1S65, he left Mexico for home, arriving there the last of the month. In August, 1865, he was united in marriage to Miss Mary A. Slusher, daughter of Thomas Slusher. Their union is blessed with three children, viz: Alice M., Alberta, Wm. Willis. Mr. Garr built one of the first houses on the Petitesaw Plains. Is now engaged in the cultivation of one of the finest farms in the state, consisting of 600 acres.

Lewis W. Wernway

stock and grain dealer, P. O. Higginsville. Was born in Nicholas County, Ky., July 20, 1S36. Is the oldest son of Thomas D. The family moved from Kentucky in 1S44, and settled in Ray County, near Richmond, upon a farm, where Lewis grew to manhood. He then engaged as bookkeeper for the firm of Gratz & Shelby, with whom he remained until 1857, when he left them and engaged as clerk on one of the large steamers, then plying on the Missouri River from St. Louis to St. Joseph, in which capacity he remained until the breaking out of the war. He then entered the confederate service as 2d Lieutenant in Col. Grave's Regiment. Fought in all of the engagements in which his command was engaged up to 1S63, when-he was discharged at Tupelo, Miss. Was married to Miss LUC3- A. Thompson, of Louisville, Ky., in May, 1S66. By this marriage they have three children, viz.: William, born the 11th of March, 1867; Lewis, born July 11, 1869; John, born July 13, 1871. Since the war, matters being somewhat unsettled, he has been engaged in buying and shipping stock and grain, while his family remain upon his farm, which is situated in Dover township, about half way between Dover and Lexington.

James L.Warren

farmer, P. O. Higginsville. Son of John Warren; was born in this state and county, Dover Township, October 1, 1S39. His grandfather, Martin Warren, a pioneer of three states, Virginia, Kentucky, and Missouri, was in the revolutionary war under Washington, and is mentioned in Redpath's history of the United States. The town of Warrensburg is named for him. James, the subject of this sketch, was, reared in this county, his principal occupation being farming. Took no part in the civil war. Taught school a part of the time, and in 1S64 went to Nebraska for a short time. A brother, belonging to Col. Elliott's Regiment, was captured and died in prison. At the close of the war he located upon the farm, where he now resides, engaged in its cultivation. Jul)7 18, 1862, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Watson. They are parents of eight children, four boys and four girls, all living. Mr. Warren and wife are members, in good standing, of the Christian church. A native of this county, Mr. Warren points with pride to the evidences of its progress, and feels the satisfaction of having done his share towards the accomplishment of its present stage of prosperity.

Joseph H.Page

farmer, P. O. Page City. Born in Warren County, Ky., April 16, 1813. Came with his father and family to Lafayette County in 1827. They traveled the whole distance in wagons, which contained all their worldly possessions. Lived in the wagons until they succeeded in erecting some cabins sufficient for their protection, which were located within a few rods of his present residence. Here he lived the life of a pioneer in the full sense of the word. In 1830 he went to Fort Gibson, in Cherokee Nation, where he worked eleven months, clothing himself, and saving the sum of $60 out of his wages, which he sent to his father. In 1835 he again went to the Cherokee Nation, and returned at the end of six months after experiencing many privations, with $150. In 1836, January 7, he was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Couts, a native of Kentucky, born September 5, 1819, and who is still enjoying gook health; able to do her own work. When first married they commenced housekeeping in a manner consistent with their means, thereby escaping the trials incident to the lives of young married couples, who desire to make a showing which their income will not warrant. They lived in a little cabin with simple furniture, Mr. Page making his own table out of a plank, caught in a drift, in Little Tebo. Mrs. Page's dowry consisted of a cow, a calf, and a bedstead. Comfortably situated as they are now, surrounded by all of the comforts and many of the luxuries of life, the aged couple may review their past experiences with complacency, and point with pride to their luxurious home, acquired by their own unaided efforts and unremitting economy. They are parents of fifteen children, twelve of whom are now living. Two died in infancy, and the other at the age of 22. All live in this state. Mr. and Mrs. Page are members of the Reformed church. Mr, P. is a member of the A. F. and A. M. Lexington Lodge. The farm upon which Mr. P. resides is a fine one, with all the necessary improvements in the way of buildings, machinery, orchards, etc. One apple tree in his orchard measures nine feet in circumference. Probably Mr. Page has done more than any other one man, towards developing the resources of this county. Active and energetic, he is always on the alert and ready to put his shoulder to the wheel in the prosecution of any enterprise which meets with the approbation of his well matured judgment.

Gegrge W. Corder

Mr. Corder is a native of Rappahannock county, Va.,. born March 5, 1828. His parents moved to Lafayette county in the spring of 1839. Mr. C. has since been a resident of this county, obtaining his education principally in Lexington, Mo. Has always lived upon and operated the farm which his father entered in 1839. In 1861, he enlisted in the Missouri State Guards, under Shelby. He served six months in the M. S. G. and then enlisted in the regular service, joining company C, Col. Gordon's regiment. Was engaged at the battles of Lexington, Pea Ridge, and quite a number of others of less note. Was honorably discharged at Shreveport, in June, 1865. He went through the service without receiving a scratch, although having several bullet holes in his coat, and also having several horses shot under him. In 1853, he married Miss Elizabeth Wall, of Henry county, Mo. Six children were born to them, as follows: Wm. M., Nathan, Rovella A., Robertie Lee, Bettie and George. In 1878, Mr. Corder platted and laid out the town of Corder, which the railroad company named in his honor. Is a member of the A. F. and A. M., Higginsville Lodge, No. 364; also a member of the P. of H., Corder Lodge. Is also a memher of the M. E. church, south, of Dover. Postoffice, Corder.

George Neithercut

Mr. N. is a native of Virginia, and was born in Lee county, October 22, 1829. His parents and family moved to Castor county, Ky., about the year 1841, where he was educated. After reaching his majority, he engaged in farming, which he followed until the spring of 1858, when he traveled towards the setting sun and settled for a time in Jasper county, Mo., engaged in farming and carpentering, having learned the trade while in Kentucky. In 1863, he went to Nebraska City, where he was engaged in wagon making for two years. He then came to Saline county, Mo., stopping at Elmwood, where he followed same business until 1868, when he came to Lafayette county and purchased a farm of 125 acres, in Middleton township, which he still owns. He operated this farm until 1879, when he removed to Corder and engaged in a general merchandise business, which he has followed since. He carries a good stock and has a fine trade. Was first married in 1850, to Miss Sarah Cornutte, of Lawrrence county, Ky. Eight children were born to them, viz: Rebecca, Jordon, Martha, William, Alice, Bettie, George and Marvin. Jordon is living in Nebraska, engaged in the cattle business. Mr. N. is a worthy member of the A. F. & A. M., Brownsville Lodge, No. 217. Is also a member of the M. E. church, south, of Dover. His wife died in February, 1872, and Nov. 1, 1877, he married Miss Mary A. Feehrer, of Clarke county, Va. This union is blessed with one child.

Charles Knipmeyer

The subject of this sketch is a native of Missouri, and was born in Warren county, April 8, 1860. Was educated at the Central Wesleyan College, at Warrenton. In 1874, he went to Higginsville, and there engaged in the mercantile business with his brother. Was also engaged with M. E. Keller, at Lexington, in the dry goods and clothing business for a time, and afterwards again at Higginsville. He next went to St. Louis and engaged as traveling saleman, for the wholesale grocery firm of S. B. Sale & Co., with whom he remained for one year. He then purchased his brother's interest in a store at Corder, since which time he has been engaged in the mercantile trade at that place. Has a large and well assorted stock and an excellent trade. December 26, 1880, he was married to Miss Rosie M. Grow, of Higginsville, Mo.

Mr. K. is a native of Missouri, born in St. Louis, Dec. 3, 1856. Was educated in the public schools of St. Louis, attending both German and English departments. After leaving school, he was engaged in a hat and cap store, with H. Knoble, of St. Louis, for one year. He then learned the tinner's trade, which he followed for nine or ten years. In August, 1873, he engaged with August Hoevel, a stove and tinware dealer, of St. Louis. In 1878, Mr. H. sold out to L. and F. Hoevel, with whom Mr. K. remained six months, and then went to Higginsville, where he and his cousin, H. Kleinschmidt, opened a stove and tinware store. He remained there about three months, and then returned to St. Louis and engaged with the St. Louis Stamping Company. In Nov. 1880, he opened a store at Corder, with a fine stock of stoves and hardware. At that time the firm was styled H. Kleinschmidt & Co., but in 1881, the partnership was dissolved and Mr. K. is now sole owner. October 6, 1880, he married Miss Louise Rosengarn, of St. Louis. His parents are natives of Prussia, and came to America in about 1850, coming directly to St. Louis, where they are still living. His father is a salesman with R. Sellew & Co.

Dr. C. is a native of Missouri; born in Saline county Jan. 11, 1845. He was educated at the Independence High School and also spent one year at a commercial school in St. Louis, taking mathematics and language in addition to the regular course. After leaving school he was engaged with Geo. W. Wilson & Co., a hardware firm of St. Louis, and also as book-keeper for the firm of Page & Co. At the same time, after business hours, he read medicine with Dr. J. M. Scott, and at times attended lectures. He afterwards entered the Missouri Medical college of St. Louis, from which he graduated in 1872. During the year previous to his graduation, however, he had been engaged in practicing, and operating a drug store at Aullville, this county. After graduating he sold out at Aullville and at once located in the neighborhood of where Corder now stands, there being no town there at the time. In the spring of 1879 he engaged in the drug business at Corder, the firm being styled Carthrae & Corder. In August, 1862, Dr. Carthrae enlisted in Col. Gordon's Regiment, Company I, under Gen. Shelby. Participated in the battles of Pea Ridge, Helena, Springfield, Hartsville and all others in which his company was engaged. Was taken prisoner near Little Rock, in November 1864, and was held until the close of the war, being discharged in the latter part of May, 1865. Nov. 16th, 1871, he married Miss Ella. Martin, of St. Louis, and a native of Virginia. Three children were born to them, viz.: Lewis, Walter and Edna, twins. His parents were formerly from Virginia, and came to Saline county, Mo., in about 1830, locating near Miami. Dr. C. is a member of the A. F. and A. M., Aullville Lodge, No. 464- Was one of the charter members and was W. M. for seven years. Was formerly a member of George Washington Lodge No. 9, of St. Louis. The Dr. stands among the first in his profession and has a large and lucrative practice.

John W. Dean

Mr. Dean is a native of Virginia; born in Clarke county, Oct. 10, 1830. His parents moved to Warren county, Va., when he was quite young, where he was reared and educated. Was first married in 1851 to Miss

Sarah M. Skinner, of Loudon county, Va. Their union was blessed with three children, living, viz.: Howard, Sallie and Lizzie M. In 1857 he came to Missouri, stopping at Jefferson City, where he was engaged as a building contractor, having followed same occupation before leaving Virginia. He contracted to build the new addition to the asylum at Fulton, Mo., which was finished in 1859. In the fall of the same year he came to Lafayette county, Mo., and purchased a farm, where he was engaged in farming and stock raising until 1878, when he went to Corder and built the hotel known as the Corder House, which he is operating in connection with his other business. Is associated with L. W. Wernway in the grain business, which firm has handled all of the grain shipped from Corder, since engaging in the business having shipped during the last 12 months about 75,000 bushels. His wife dying, he was married again in 1S68 to Miss Mary J. Colborn, of Jackson county, Mo. Bv this union they have three children, viz.: John W., Beulah and Gertrude. Mrs. Dean has occupied the position of teacher in the Corder schools for the past four or five years, and is re-engaged for the coming year. She is a graduate from the school at Independence, under Wra. H. Lewis, now a professor in one of the colleges of Missouri. Mrs. D. is a highly cultivated lad}f, and a faithful wife and mother.

Augustus W. Willis

Mr. Willis is a native of Carroll county, Mo.; born Aug. 2, 1847. His parents moved to Lafayette county in 1854, where he was educated. With the exception of five years spent in farming in Ray county, Mr. W. has been a continuous resident of this county since his advent. He is engaged in the cultivation of a fine farm of 280 acres, paying considerable attention to the raising of stock. In December, 1869, he was married to Miss Susan V. Eppes, of South Carolina. They have five children, named as follows: Edward S., John W., Claude R., Bessie and Gussie. His father was a native of Maryland, and came to Missouri in 1840. He was familiarly known as " Col." Willis, the title, however, being founded on fiction instead of fact. He died at the advanced age of 74 years, the sad event occurring July 5th, 1881, at Eureka Springs, whither he had gone for the benefit of his health. His remains were brought home and interred at Waverly. Mrs. W. is still living. Mr. Willis' postoffice is Corder.

The subject of this sketch is a native of Kentucky; born in Breckenridge county. May 10, 1826. Was educated at Mt. Morieno College. Alter completing his education, he was engaged, for a time, in selling goods, and afterwards at farming and trading on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers. In November, 1S47, he married Miss Frances N. Van Meter, a native of Virginia. They became parents of six children, as follows: Isaac W., Howell, Laura J. Malcolm, Missouri, and George H. In 1853, he came to Missouri, and located in Lafayette county, where he has since resided, with the exception of a short time spent in Illinois, during the war. After the surrender, he went to Kentucky, and in the fall of 1865, he returned to his farm in this county, to find his buildings and improvements utterly destroyed, and a herculean task before him, to get things in shape again. A glance over his farm at the present time, however, would leave no impression that such was ever the condition of things, as everything bears the impress of a pains-taking hand. In 1879, he built a handsome residence, which is a model of comfort and convenience. He and his wife are members of the Baptist Church.

William Walker

Mr. Walker was born in Lafayette county, Missouri, June 25, 1857, upon the farm where he now resides. Was educated at the University of Missouri, at Columbia. Has always been engaged in farming, and dealing in stock. His father is also a native of Lafayette county; born in about 1S27. His grandmother, who is still living, is a native of Kentucky, born January l;>, 1789. She is one of the oldest persons, if not the oldest, living in the county, and has lived for fifty-three years in the house where she now resides. Her husband and herself were among the first settlers of this county. Mr. Walker owns a splendid farm of 450 acres, and is one of the substantial, rising young men of the county.

James M. Slusher

The parents of the subject of this sketch came to Missouri in 1828, where his mother is still living, at the advanced age of sixty-three, his father having been dead several years. James M. was born in Lafayette county, November 29, 1849. Was educated in this county, but, in consequence of the war, was denied the privilege of completing his studies. Has always followed farming for an occupation, although he is a good carpenter, having learned the trade from his father. November 18, 1879, he married Miss Birdie B. Payne, of Orange county, Virginia. Their union is blessed with one child, named Lawrence Payne, born November 28, 1880, and died June 6, 1881. In October, 1880, Mr. Slusher formed a partnership with Mr. Kensler, in the grocery business, at Higginsville. Mr. K. attending to the store, and Mr. S. remaining on his farm. He is a member in good standing of the A. F. & A. M., Dover Lodge, No. 122. Mr. Slusher is a substantial farmer, and an influential citizen. P. O., Dover.

Rev. J. C. Shackelford

The subject of this sketch, one of the leading clergymen of the county, is a native of Missouri, born in Saline county, August 4, 1829. Was educated at Yale College, from which he graduated in 1854. After graduating, he entered the ministry, and has since been consecutively in charge of churches in the following various counties, remaining, with one exception, one year in each, viz: Jackson, Saline, St. Louis, Jackson, Lafayette (two years), Johnson, and St. Louis, where his health failed him, and he was obliged to abandon his calling for a time. Returning to Lafayette county, he purchased a farm of 160 acres, upon which he has built a fine residence, and upon which he now lives. In November, 1S59, he married Miss Martha Neale, of Wood county, West Virginia. They have had four children, two now living, viz: Emma and Mary. The deceased were named Samuel and John Wesley. Mr. Shackelford also preaches at Waverly, Lafayette county, having in charge a congregation numbering 120. His father came to Missouri in 1820, and was one of the first settlers of Saline county. Post-office, Corder.

L. E. White

Mr. W. is a native of Virginia; born in or near Richmond, May 19, 1838. His parents came to Missouri in 1842, settling in Lafayette county, two miles north of the farm upon which the subject of this sketch now resides, where they lived for one year, and then removed to his present residence. In 1858 or 1859, his father died, leaving him in possession of the farm. Was educated in the common schools of the county. In August, 1862, he enlisted in company B, of Col. Gordon's regiment, under Gen. Shelby, with which command he participated in the following battles: Prairie Grove, Springfield, Hartsville, and other minor engagements, too numerous to mention. His brother being taken sick, he remained with him, until his death, which occurred at Batesville, Arkansas. In March, 1863, he received a furlough for six weeks, but at the expiration of that time, owing to a change of circumstances, did not return to his command. He made two attempts, at different times, to rejoin his regiment, but failed. He and his mother went to Illinois, where they remained until 1866, when they returned to their home, where his mother died, in June of tne same year. Mr. White has never ventured upon the uncertain sea of matrimony, chosing rather to "bear the ills he has than to fly to those he knows not of." His sister has been keeping house for him, until recently. She is now living in Kansas City. His post-office is Corder.

Dr. Willtam C. Webb

The doctor is a native of Virginia, born on 5th of February, 1825. His parents came to Missouri and settled in Lafayette county, in the neighborhood of Dover, in 1836. His literary education was obtained at Kemper college, near St. Louis. He attended one course of lectures at Lexington, Kentucky, and graduated from the medical department of the University of Pennsylvania, in 1849. After graduating he engaged in the practice of medicine at Dover, where he remained for five or six years, having, in the meantime, acquired a large and lucrative practice. Becoming somewhat disabled, in 1856, he purchased the farm upon which he now resides, consisting of 850 acres, of, at that time, raw prairie. It is now one of the finest farms in Lafayette county, and a model of neatness and thrift. He has a fine orchard of about 700 trees, of which 450 are apple trees. Has a beautiful residence. In August, 1862, he enlisted under Gen. Shelby, as surgeon, and afterwards served in same capacity with Col. Shank's regiment, and also Collins' battery. Upon the solicitation of Gen. Shelby (as the doctor thinks, he having treated him while wounded at Helena), he was given the position of surgeon of Jackman's brigade. Was at the battles of Cape Girardeau, Helena, Little Rock and with Price on his raid through Missouri, in 1864. Was discharged at Shreveport, Louisiana, in June, of 1865, and arrived at home shortly after, since which time he has been engaged in practicing his profession and attending to his farm. In October, 1853, was married to Miss Martha H. Jones, of Chariton county, and a native of Amherst county, Virginia. Six children were born to them, as follows: Walter Leslie, now civil engineer on the coast of Gulf of Mexico; James Edward, now practicing medicine in Corder, Missouri; Mary S., Robert M., Helen C. and Jane W. The doctor is a member of A. F. & A. M., Dover Lodge, No. 122; and also of P. of H, Lafayette Grange, No. 305. Postoffice, Dover.

William G. Neale

Mr. Neale is a native of Virginia; born in Wood county, February 27, 1846. In 1856 his parents moved to Lafayette county, and settled on the farm where Wm. G. now resides. It consists of 450 acres of excellent land, only partially improved, however, at that time. Mr. N. obtained his education in the public schools of this county, and at St. Louis and Glasgow. In 1870, February 16, he maried Miss Sallie Morehead of Glasgow, Howard county, Missouri. By this union they have three children, viz.: Charley, Flora and an infant not yet named. His mother is still living at the advanced age of 84, having remarkablv good health for a person of that age. Mr. Neale is a member of P. of H., Lafayette Grange, No. 305, of which he is also secretary. He is an excellent busi-

P. O. Corder, Missouri. Is a native of Pennsylvania, born in Stark county, January 12, 1834. While quite young his parents moved to Ohio, where he was raised and educated. In 1848 the whole family moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There he learned his trade, that of a printer, in the Madison "Journal. He then went to St. Louis, where he worked for the Republican, then for the Democrat. In 1872 he began editing the Manifest Reporter, published in the interests of the mercantile class, which he continued to publish until 1880, when he sold out and came to this county, settled in Corder and engaged in the mercantile business, which he has since followed. In 1857, he was married to Miss Mary F. -Martin, of Richmond, Virginia, by whom he has six children: Thomas S., Belle, Matie F., Henrietta, Leonard and Edward A. His father was a member of the A. F. & A. M. - one of the highest members in Wisconsin and was buried by the order.

Richard Barly

P.lO. Corder, Mo. Was bocn in Frederick county, Virginia, in November, 1822, where he was raised and educated. He followed farming until 1849, when he went to California, going over the plains, from St. Joe, with a company of eight}Mmen. He remained in California for five years, and while there was engaged as supervisor of a canal. In 1854 he returned to Virginia via. the Isthmus, and was twenty-one days from San Francisco to New York. In Virginia he engaged in farming again* until 1860, when he came to this county, settled where he now resides and is engaged in farming and stock raising. For the last fourteen years he has served as justice of the peace for Dover township. He was first married in 1857 to MissAnnie E. Nelson, of Frederick county, Virginia, by whom he had two children: Lewis and Hunter. In the fall of 1860, his wife died, and in 1863 he married Miss Mary B. Cooper. He is a worthy member of A. F. & A. M, Dover Lodge, having joined in Virginia. He is also a member of Grange, No. 305 - a charter member.

Rev. T. W. Tate

Pastor of Baptist church at Dover, Dover P. O. The subject of this sketch is a native of Missouri, and was born in Andrew county, Feb. 24, 1851. His father and family moved to Clay county in 1864, where he now resides. He was educated at the William Jewell college, at Liberty, Mo. His father being in somewhat straitened circumstances, he was obliged to educate himself, in a measure, which he did by teaching and attending college alternately. During the summer of '74, his health failing him in conseauence of too close application to his studies, he took a tour on the plains, returning to Clay county in the fall. In the winter of '74-75 he was principal of the schools at Barry, on the line between Clay and Platte counties. During the summer of '75 he remained at home, waiting on the sick, several of the family being taken down with the scarlet fever, two of whom died. His mother had a severe attack, but finally recovered, after suffering for several months. In the winter of '75-'76 he took charge as principal of the schools at Westport, Jackson count}-. In the fall of '76 he re-entered college as a student, and also as tutor in the preparatory department. He graduated in the department of mathematics in June, 1877. May 16, 1878, he was married to Miss Anna Rouse, of Liberty, Mo., daughter of Ezekiel Rouse, a native of Kentucky. From this time up to July, 1880, Mr. Tate was engaged in teaching in various parts of the state, being at one time principal of a private Baptist school at Sedgwicksville, Ballinger county. In July, 1880, he came to Dover, where he has since resided, having in charge the Baptist church at that place. Since January, 1881, he has devoted half of his time to the Baptist church at Brownsville. Mr. T.'s father is a native of east Tennessee, and his mother of Kentucky. Both are now living near Liberty, Clay county. His wife is a graduate of the Liberty female seminary, graduating in 1867. Since that time she has devoted her time principally to teaching and literary pursuits. Both were converted, baptized and joined to the Baptist church in the winter of '66-67, at Liberty, Mo. It is rather a remarkable fact that they did not know each other at the time, and did not meet again until several years afterward, when upon comparing notes the above fact was ascertained. Rev. Mr. Tate was licensed to preach by the Liberty church, March 16, 1879. Was ordained by the Baptist church at Sedgwickville, on the first Sunday in August, 1879. His first sermon was preached at this latter place. He is now the honored and worthy pastor of the Baptist church at Dover, and held in high esteem by his congregation and the community in general.

Frank G. Henry

Physician and druggist, Dover. Was born in Bourbon Co., Ky., Aug. 4, 1830. Grew to manhood and was educated primarily in Mason county, Ky., whither his father and family had moved while he was quite young. His father died in Washington, I). C, having received an appointment in the postoffice department. Frank G. studied medicine with his brother, attended school at Lancaster, and finally entered the medical college at Cincinnati, from which he graduated in 1851. He then returned to Jefferson county, Miss., (where he was when he entered college) and practised medicine there for a period of seven years, at the end of which time he came to this state, locating in Carroll county, where he practised four years. The doctor then came to this county, and labored a short time in Berlin, after which he located in Dover, where he has since resided, engaged in the practice of his profession and in the drug business. He is also the proprietor of the hotel at the same place. In July of '54 he was united in marriage to Miss Jane T. Blanchard, of Mason county, Ky., by whom he has two children - Mary M. and William Lake. Dr. Henry has been identified with the interests of the county for nearly a quarter of a century, during which time he has watched the progress and development of its resources with much pleasure, contributing largely toward the same.

Rev. S. B. Whiting

Baptist minister, P. O. Dover. Is a native of Massachusetts, born in Boston January 26, 1836. His father moved to Missouri in 1837, settling in Warsaw, Benton county. Here S. B. obtained his education and grew to manhood. In 1855 he came to Dover, this county, and engaged in the mercantile business, which he followed for six years. Afterwards he studied medicine with Dr. Baer for one year. In 1861 he was married to Miss Virginia Webb, of this county, by whom he has seven children, as follows: Ella C, Virginia B., Mary E., Samuel B., Jr., Philip G., Lilly M., and Leverett. In the same year of his marriage he enlisted in the confederate service, Company C, Col. Grave's regiment, under Gen. Price. He entered as a private, but for meritorious conduct, was promoted to the command of a compan}'. He participated in the battles of Carthage, Wilson Creek, Drywood, Lexington, Pea Ridge, and other minor engagements, too numerous to mention. In 1862 he was taken prisoner on the Osage river, near Johnstown and was held for nearly a vear at Leavenworth. Cap't. Whiting was honorably discharged in the spring of 1863. After the war he was engaged in farming until 1870, when he entered the ministry, and since which time he has devoted his attention exclusively to the preaching of the gospel. He was licensed in 1870, and ordained in 1871 at Dover. At the present time he has in charge the churches of Waverly, Higginsville, and Greentown, this county. His father was at one time a very wealthy man, being a banker in Boston, but was broken up by the panic of '36. Mr. Whiting is one of Lafayette's substantial and most influential citizens, honored as a man and revered as a pastor by all who know him.

R. W. Cox

capitalist, P. O. Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Missouri; born in this county May 29, 1836. He first saw the light of day w within a few hundred yards ot where he now resides. His father was emphatically a pioneer, being the first settler in that neighborhood, and having been obliged to hew his way in with an axe. R. W. was partially educated in the schools at Dover, also attending, for one term, the unniversity at Columbia. Left this county in the spring of 1853, going to California; after an absence of two and one-half years he returned and entered Jones' commercial college at St. Louis, from which he graduated with distinction, in 1859. After graduating he engaged in the mercantile trade, which he followed for several years at Dover. During the progress of war he spent the greater part of his time in California. Having returned, he ao-ain entered the mercantile arena, which he occupied until 1868, when he retired from business with a competency, the result of good management and steady application to business. January 19, 1875, Mr. Cox had the misfortune to be afflicted with a paralytic stroke which disabled him for a time, and from which he has never completely recovered, but is greatly improved. May 13, 1875, he was married to Miss Lucy Fleming, of this county. They have had three children, two of whom are now living: Ozite and Edgar. Mr. Cox has placed himself under the medical treatment of Dr. Price, of Buffalo, who entertains warm hopes of his ultimate recovery. He is the wealthiest man in this section; an honorable man and an influential citizen; a man who is liberal with his wealth in any rational scheme for the advancement of the public interest and to whom all look for advice and counsel.

pastor of M. E. church, south. P. O. Dover. Was born in Penn., near Pittsburg, February 9, 1820. Was reared and educated in his native state, graduating from Alleghany College, at Meadville, in 1841. He at once entered upon the high and honorable calling of an expositor of the scriptures, for which he is so eminently fitted, both by temperament and education. During an uninterrupted term of 35 years, in which he has been engaged in the ministry, he has been pastor of the following various churches: Fairmount, Marion county, one year; Harrison county Va., two years; Monroe county, Ohio, one year: Elizabethtown, Marshall county Va.; Caball county Va.; Charleston Va.; Point Pleasant and Buffalo, in Mason county; Charleston again, when he was transferred to the St. Louis conference: Independence, two years, Westport, Jackson county, Lexington four years, where he was the only minister allowed to preach during the winter of '62. Brownsville, Saline county, two years; Miami, two years; Independence again two years; Brownsville again two years, and Dover, where he now resides as pastor of the M. E. church south, of that place. He also preaches at Higginsville, Corder and Three Groves. While in Caball county, he was appointed principal of Marshall Academy, and afterwards acted as agent of Marshall College, in same county, superintending its erection. June 1, 1848, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Kayne, of Marshall county, Va., by whom he has two children, Florence V. and Lucy. His wife dying, he was married the second time, January 1857, to Miss Alvira Early, of Kanawha county, Va., a sister of Gen. Early. By this marriage he has four children, all living: Robert E., Hattie, William and Samuel. Mr. McFarland owns one of the finest libraries in the country. He is enjoying excellent health, notwithstanding his arduous duties and close application to the same. Has traveled quite extensively through the east, and is shortly intending to take a brief, much needed vacation, and visit the western coast. He is very popular with his people, preaching in practice as well as by precept.

farmer and stockraiser. P. O. Corder. The subject of the following sketch is a native of this state and county; born in 1841, October 10. Was raised on a farm and educated in the county of his birth. His father was one of the pioneer settlers of this county, coming here some 50 years ago. At the opening of the civil war,, he enlisted in the confederate service under Gen. Shelby. April 1868, he was married to Mary E. Slusher, a daughter of Henry Slusher, of this county. By this union he has six children: Olla, Francis C, John, Forrest, Mary E. and Martha. Mr. Woods has traveled quite extensively during his lifetime, and is now located on a fine farm of 120 acres; has a fine residence, convenient barn and outhouses, and all the appurtenances necessary to a well regulated farm. He has a splendid young orchard of 100 trees. He is a member of the A. F. and A. M. Dover lodge, No. 122. Has been W. M. of said lodge for two years. Is also a member of the P. of H. Lafayette Grange, No. 305. Is an active and worthy member of the Baptist church at Dover.

Rev. W. T. Eastwood

local pastor of M. E. Church south, and merchant, P. O. Dover; a native of this state and county, born October 12th, 1841; was educated at the Masonic college at Lexington. After completing the prescribed course at college, he engaged as clerk in a grocery store at Lexington for a while, and afterwards in a hardware store. In September, of 1861, he enlisted as private in the confederate army, company A, Col. Bledsoe's regiment, under Gen. Raines; was engaged in the following battles: Pea Ridge, Cane Creek and other minor engagements; was mustered out during the summer of 1862. Returning home he engaged in a mercantile business at Dover. In 1869 he was married to Miss Sarah Ustick, a native of this county. They have three children: Gertrude, Susan and Elizabeth. Mrs. Eastwood is a graduate of the Baptist college, at Lexington, Mo., in charge of Dr. E. S. Dulin, at that time. Rev. Mr. E. preaches at Three Groves, Higginsville and Corder; expects to join the S. E. Mo. Conference this fall and go into active service as a preacher of the gospel. His parents were natives of Virginia, and came to this county at an early day; owns considerable property in Dover and has a hardware and grocery store at same place. Is a man of influence, and a hearty coadjutor in any enterprise of public interest.

John P. Hickman

merchant, P. O. Dover; born in Saline county, Mo., April 3, 1850. His parents went to Jefferson City when he was quite young, and from there moved to Lexington, this county, wnere they lived until 1877, at which time they went to Dover, this county; was educated at Lexington; followed the business of tanning and farming during the early part of his life,' afterwards engaging in the mercantile business which he is still following in Dover. August, 1877, he was married to Mattie B. Phleger, daughter of Mr. Allen Phleger, of Lafayette county. By this union he had two children, one of whom is now living, Clara Pauline. His father is a native of North Carolina, and is now living in Corder engaged in the hotel business; he was formerly at Lexington conducting a grocery business. Mr. H. spent the summer of '75 in Colorado, prospecting; is a member in good standing of I. O. O. F. Orion Lodge, 45; also a member of K. of P. of Lexington, and also of I. O. G. T. of Dover, and a member of the Baptist church of Dover; is superintendent of the Sunday-school.

Elias Miers

plasterer and farmer, P. O. Dover; was born in Frederick county, Va., October 29th, 1829; reared and educated in his native state. In his youth he learned the trade of plastering, which he followed for some time before leaving Virginia. In the spring of '57 he came to Missouri, settling in this county, where he has followed his profession in connection with his farming. In October, 1864, he enlisted in the confederate service, company B, Col. Gordon's cavalry, under Gen. Shelby. He took part in the battles of Independence, Westport, Carthage and other engagements in which his command participated; was honorably discharged on the 13th of June, 1865. In 1860, February 9th, he was married to Miss Sally Lovelady, of this county, and whose parents were among the first settlers in Lafayette county, and also the first cduple married in the county. Mrs. Lovelady gave birth to the first pair of twins born in the county. Mr. and Mrs. Miers have three children living: Mary E., Berty V. and Emma L. Mr. M. owns a splendid farm of 124 acres. Mrs. Lovelady, the mother-in-law of Mr. M. is living with him ; she is the daughter of Solomon Cox, who was one of the first settlers in the county, if not the first. She is now 88 years of age, in excellent health for a person of her age; rides horseback. Mrs. L. can tell manv an interesting anecdote of "pioneer life" in this county.

Allen Phleger

P. O. Dover; of the firm of Hickman & Co., merchants and stock dealers, is a native of Missouri, born in this county, July 10, 1829. Was raised and educated in his native county. His father owning a large farm, he kept the young man out of mischief by training him in agricultural pursuits. At the age of 21 he engaged in operating a saw-mill, which business he followed at times for twenty years. Afterward was engaged in farming and stock raising. In December, 1877, he became identified with the firm of J. P. Hickman & Co., merchants. In 1856 he was united in marriage to Miss M. Fox, of this county. They have one child: Mattie B., wife of J. P. Hickman. Mr. P's parents were natives of Virginia, and came to this county in 1828, settling on Tabo creek, two miles west of the present site of Dover. They belong to that class who endured trials and hardships, in the early settlement of this county, of which the present generation, in their comfortable homes, know very little of. " All honor to the hardy pioneers." His wife's parents came from Tennessee to Missouri in 1817 and in the spring of 1818, came to this county, therefore being one of the first families here. Mr. Fox died at the ripe age of 76, having lived beyond the full time allotted to man. He came herein the same year that Solomon Cox did, 1818.

Jeremiah C. Butler

carriage maker, P. O. Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Jefferson county, Virginia, born February 25, 1845. When J. was 17 years of age, his father moved his family to Lexington, this county. Being a miller and millwright, he erected a mill for McGraw & Bros., of Lexington, which he operated for a number of years. In the spring of 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, company A, Gordon's regiment, under Gen. Price. Held the rank of first lieutenant. He participated in the following battles, in all of which he acquitted himself, as a brave soldier and an. honorable gentleman: Lexington, Springfield, Prairie Grove, Cowskin Prairie, Shreveport, Helena, Corinth, Ballstown and other minor engagements. Was mustered out at Shreveport May, 1865. He then returned to Lexington, and engaged in the carriage making business, which he followed there for ten years. In 1876 he went to Dover, where he has since resided engaged in the same business. October 10, 1872, he was married to Miss Anna Hill, of Greenton, this county. They have four children: Delia, Ferdie, Johnie, Otis. Mr. B's parents are natives of Virginia. His wife's were born in this state. While in the army he was chief musician, under Gen. Parsons. His talents in this line were of the highest order, in token of which he was presented with a beautiful drum with brass hoops and lignum-vitae sticks, while at Shreveport. He had the best field band in the trans-Mississippi department. The presentation was made by the general inspector of arms, of said department. Mr. Butler is a thriving, intelligent, business man, respected by his fellow citizens.

Gegrge W. Marquis

teacher, postoffice, Dover. Is a native of this state and county, born Oct. 23, 1840. Was educated at the Old Masonic College at Lexington. After leaving school he served an apprenticeship at blacksmithing, which trade he followed until the opening of the civil war. Located in Lexington. May. 17, 1861, he enlisted in the confederate service, . company G, Col. McCullough's regiment, under Gen. Price. Engaged in the following battles: Wilson's Creek, Elk Horn, Corinth and various minor engagements. At the battle of Collinsville he was shot in the right side, the ball striking a rib and glancing around came out at the left side, a narrow escape. Was taken prisoner at Moscow, Tenn., and taken to Alton, Ills., where he was detained ten months. Was mustered out May 17, 1865, at Columbus, having served four years to a day. After the war he located at Oakland, engaged in blacksmithing. In 1866, he engaged in the mercantile business, which he followed for one year. He afterwards engaged in teaching, which occupation he followed until Sept. 1880, teaching a greater part of the time in Mississippi. At the time above mentioned, he came to this county, locating at Dover. He expects to resume teaching again this fall. December 23, 1869, he was married to Miss Mary F. Bell, of Tallahatchie county, Miss. They have two children: Willie and Claude. Mr. M's father came to this county in 1819, at the age of twelve years being one of the pioneer settlers of this county. He died in 1861. Mr. M. is a member of A. F. & A. M., Glasgow Lodge, 354, Miss. Also a member of K. of P., Amity Lodge, 982, Pope Station, Miss. Also of I. O. G. T., Dover Lodge, 221. Is a worthy and consistent member of the Christian church.

blacksmith and merchant, postoffice, Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Marion county, Mo., born May 6, 1822. His parents moved from Marion to Polk county, Mo., in 1832, where his father opened up a farm, he being the second man to put in a crop of corn in the county. They lived in Polk county eight years. John then started out into the world for himself, going to Texas, where he remained for two years. He then returned to Hannibal, Marion county, where he learned his trade, serving an apprenticeship of four and a half years with John S. Herrick, of that place. In 1847, April 27th, he was married to Miss Lucinda Bryant, of Ralls county, a native of Virginia, hy whom he has one child: John J. His wife dying, he was again married to Mrs. Elizabeth Estes, nee Franklin. On account of his wife's ill health, Mr. McAbel spent the greater portion of the time until 1877, in travering through various counties of the state, seeking a congenial climate. During his travels he located for a short time in each of the following places: Lexington, Waverly, Malta Bend, Arrow Rock, Jacksonville, Randolph county, Macon City, Macon county, Bloomington, same county, Waverly again and then in 1877 coming to Dover, where he now resides. He is a member of the A. F. & A. M., Dover Lodge, 122, and also of the I. O. G. T., Dover Lodge, 221. Is also a member in good standing of the M. E. church, south. Mr. McA. is the founder of the Alpha Lodge, at Waverly, and through his influence the lodge at Dover was formed. He has been a Good Templar since '.'>7. Is the " village blacksmith " of Dover, and is doing a splendid business in his line. Is an influential man and a good citizen.