Joplin Township (part 2 of 6)

White Lead Works. - These are the more extensive and the only onesof the kind in the world. The fumes from the numerous Scotch eyes, in the smelting department are all conducted to a main flue above the system of furnaces, and drawn through a cylindrical pipe, five feet in diameter and made of heavy sheet metal, for a distance of three hundred feet by meansof a large suction fan, situated in the machinery-room. The pipe is supported by iron colums about thirty feet apart. The fan above referred to is also repelling and forces the fumes on into the " blue-room." This is one hundred and ten feet long, seventy feet wide, and about sixty feet high. It is really a double room, there being a partition dividing it in the center. The fumes^ are distributed equally by branch pipes from the main into four rows of hoppers, of ten each. These hoppers describe the frustum of a cone inverted, and are supported by iron columns; the columns are protected from chemical injury by cylindrical earthernvvare shields. Above is an iron floor perforated with twelve holes eighteen inches in diameter over each hopper; to these holes are fastened an equal number of flannel bags of same diameter and thirty-three feet long. They are suspended at the top, the fumes being forced in by a heavy pressure of air mostly fall into the hoppers; a part, however, rises with the air and gases and adheres to the sides of the bags. The bags are so constructed as to facilitate the escape of hot air and gas, and are placed in such a position that the cold air shall constantly come in contact with the cloth; thus is the condensation made complete. The bags are occasionally shaken or beaten causing the adhered particles to fall into the hoppers below. A slide is provided at the bottom of the hoppers, which being drawn, allows the substance to descend on a eolid cement floor. It is now of a dull blue color, and is excellent material for colored paints; there is yet a per cent of foreign matter which must be eliminated before it is in a condition for making white paint. It is next set on fire for the purpose of solidifying it and extracting the carbon. After this it is taken to the "paint furnaces." The building containing these is eighty feet long, thirty feet wide, and thirty-five feet high. It is situated almost directly between the"refining-room" and " blue-room, "just described. There are four of these furnaces, each containing one "slag eye." They open upward into an immense horizontal flue which extends the full length of the building, and is supported by iron columns. The "slag eyes" are sup- ]ilied with a blast by a blower, the current being conducted to them and controlled as that for the " Scotch eyes," explained in the smelting department. A stream of water passes beneath and through the lower part of the furnaces for the purpose of neutralizing the heat, which otherwise would cause even the fire-brick, of which they are constructed, to crumble and melt away. The fume is mixed witti coke, and the slag or dross from the refining process is thrown into the "slag eyes." There it is subjected to a most intense heat which causes the lead in great part to become oxidized and pass into the flue. A portion, however, sinks to the bottom of the furnace and passing into a liquid form is ladled into moulds and taken to the refining room.

There is also a lighter substance, an excellent quality of glass, which passes oif above the lead by reason of its lesser density. This in the near future will doubtless be utilized. The fumes produced by oxidation are drawn through a series of inverted U-shaped pipes, the first of which is seven feet in diameter and thirty-five feet high. The others are the same in lieight, but only four feet in diameter. This is what is termed the " cooling process." The force is that of a large suction and repelling fan similar to the one above given. The fumes, passing the fan, are driven into two large cooling hoppers attached to the end of the " white-room," and thence through three inlets and distributed into three rows of hoppers. The *' white-room " is ohe hundred and ten feet' long, fifty feet wide, and sixty feet high. In it are the hoppers just referred to. Above these is an iron floor, perforated with holes eighteen inches in diameter, to which bags having the same circumference are adjusted. These bags, like ^hose in the " blue-room," are thirty-three feet long, and are fastened at the top. The process in the second treatment is very like the first, the only material difterence beino- in the degree of heat to which the fnnie is subjected. The second burning eliminates all foreign substances, leaving pure white lead, which is let down into tins and barreled for shipment. Thus,^ the smoke, which for ages has passed away into the air, is caught and utilized. It is only just here to add that the success of this experiment, for until recently it has been considered '- an experiment," is, in great part, due to the inventive and constructive genius of Messrs. Motfet and Black, the proprietor and superintendent. Besides the buildings already described,, there are numerous others. Among them is a coke repository thirty-five feet long by thirty five feet wide; a fan and machinery building sixt}' feet long, twenty-five feet wide, and twenty high; an engine-room thirty by fifty feet, containing a forty -five-horse-power engine; a boiler-room same size; superintendent's office, etc. They have an elevated water-tank with a capacity for five hundred barrels; this rests on a solid rock foundation, and furnishes an immense water pressure. The water is brought from Shoal Creek, three miles distant, by the Joplin Water- works. The charcoal used in smelting is mostly manufactured in kilns near at hand. Other materials principally reach the works by rail. The railroad facilities are excellent^ the St. Louis & San Francisco road running directly past, and numerous switches being arranged, giving the greatest convenience for the reception of mineral, coke, etc., and the shipment of goods. To indicate more clearly how extensive are the wonderful works, it may be added that it requires from one hundred and forty-five to one hundred and sixty men to operate them. Ninety-six thousand pounds of pig lead, and twenty-four thousand pounds of white lead are produced per day. In that time one thousand five hundred bushels of charcoal, and two hundred and seventy-five bushels of coke are consumed, besides coal for engines, etc. The smelting department was established in 1874 by Messrs. Mofi'et & Sergeant. In 1877 the first white lead works were built by the same parties. On April 3d, 1880, the entire works were burned. They were rebuilt in 1880-81. .Before their completion Mr. Sergeant disposed of his interest to the senior member of the firm, who has since had them under his control.

JoPLiN Zinc Works. - In writing the history of these wonderful works it is the purpose of the writer to give also a pen picture of them, setting forth as accurately as possible the location, the buildings, and the difterent departments, together with their respective work. This description, however graphically made, must necessarily fall far short of the reality. Two individuals cognizant of a particular object frequently gather ideas greatly at variance. Much less can it be expected that one in hastily viewing these works

They were established in December, 1881, by the Joplin Zinc Company, the stockholders of which were Patrick Murphy, Judge Wm. Byers, Thos. Connor, T. A. McClelland, O. H. Picher, L. P. Cunningham, C. H. Brewster, and Ed. Zelleken. Messrs. Cunningham and Zelleken have since retired from the company. The works are located just west of Byer's and Murphy's addition to Joplin, about a mile and a quarter southwest of the City Hall. They are conveniently reached by street car, the Joplin street railway having been recently completed through Byei'sville to the end of Tenth Street. Directly in the center of this street produced is the superintendent's and book-keeper's office, also the scale-room. North of this, and a little to the right, is a building 30x20 feet which contains the "dry kiln." This is principally used in wet weather or when the mineral is exceptionally damp. East, and across the railroad track from this, has just been erected a warehouse, G0x30 feet, for the storage of uncrushed mineral. West of the "dry room," and separated from it only by a driveway, is a structure one hundred and fifty feet long, forty feet wide, and about thirty feet high. This contains several distinct departments. It is now only in place to notice two of them, the crusher and roller- room, and the engine-room. The latter is about thirty feet square, and contains a forty-horse-power engine which drives all the machinery connected with the works. The former is 50x40 feet and contains a huge crusher, two rollers, and an apparatus for grinding lire-clay, of which retorts and condensers are made.

The mineral is first thrown into the crusher which reduces it to lumps about the size of a small marble; it is then run through the rollers, by which it is reduced almost to a powder; it is then taken to either of the three "calcine-rooms." These are sixty feet long, fifty feet wide, and from thirty to forty feet high, and contain, each, a double kiln, sixty feet in length, twenty-four feet in width, and eight feet high. In each kiln are two systems of ovens and two furnaces. The blast passes from the latter over the lower tier of ovens to either end of the kiln, thence over the upper tier to the fine in the center. The mineral is introduced near the center above and gradually worked to the center below, when by reason of the intense heat the sulphur is extracted. It is then taken to the "mineral repository" and is ready for smelting. Before noticing this last operation it is well to return to the large building containing the diiferent dej^artments above referred to. The south half is used for the manufacture of retorts and condensers. The former are cylindrical in form, four feet long, and from eight to twelve inches in diameter. The latter are about eighteen inches long, and describe the frnstum of a cone. After they are produced they are placed in a dry room adjoining, tlien taken to a kiln and kiln-bnrned. West of all these is the main structure, the sraelting-room. This is eighty feet long, fifty feet wide and forty feet high. It contains four furnaces, and each furnace has one hundred and twelve retorts. These are filled with a mixture of mineral and coke; the condensers are then inserted and made air-tight by a plaster of mud; the small end of the condenser is filled with mineral, and the retorts are subjected to an intense heat and the fumes are condensed producing the zinc, which when moulded is ready for market. During the smelting different colored mineral flames are emitted from the condensers. These, at night-time, present a most beautiful appearance. In them passes ofi^ a quantity of mineral. The ore is drawn, on an average, once in six hours. South of the furnace just described, about 150 yards distant, a new furnace has been recently put in operation. The building is forty-five feet wide, fifty feet long, and forty feet high. There are thirteen buildings, together with the proper machinery, furnaces, and other necessary appurtences. These have been erected at an enormous expenditure and the amount required to operate them, to the ordinary reader, would seem almost incredible. The works are in operation day and night, there being two shifts of men. Twenty tons of mineral are smelted daily, consuming three car-loads of coal and one of coke. The number of men employed are, in the calcinerooms, twenty-seven; in the retort manufacturing rooms, from nine to thirteen; old smelting room for both shifts, forty-four; new smelting room for same, from twenty-four to thirty; yard hands, about twelve, making a total of from one hundred and sixteen to one hundred and twenty-six. The shipping facilities are excellent. The K. C, Ft. S. & Gulf Railroad runs directly past the works, and a number of switches have been conveniently arranged reaching the several departments for the reception of mineral, coal, and other necessary materials, and the shipment of the zinc. The Missouri, Pacific, and the St. Louis & San Francisco railroads are also accessible.

As to the importance of these M^orks little need be added. Situated in tiie center of the great mineral region of the Southwest they are destined to become the most extensive and valuable of their kind. The company is now composed of Patrick Murphy, Judge Wm. Byers, Thos. Connor, F. A. McClelland, C. H. Brewster (deceased), and O. II. Picher. The present officers are P. Murphy, president; Judge Wm. Byers, secretary and treasureer.

Southwest Lead and Zinc Company Works - Zead jDcpartment. - Constructed in ISTGby the Picher Lead and Zinc Company, the history of which will be found elsewhere in this volume. They are located about one mile southeast of the City Hall in what is known as "Picher's field.'' In the fall of 1881 they passed into the control of the subject company. The same officers, however, were continued. There are four buildings. The ''smelting room" is one hundred and twenty-two feet long, forty feet wide, and thirty feet high. Its length is from north to south. Along the east side are eight large bins, each having a capacity for one hundred and fifty thousand of mineral. This is brought direct from the mines. On the opposite side are five Scotch ej^es with the Woodhouse Refining Basin attached. The Scotch eyes are twenty-six inches wide, round back with a semi-diameter of nearly the same and sixteen inches deep. In front of these are aprons four feet long by two wide, which fall from the eye, descending an inclined plane, r^n either side are the refining basins above referred to. These are three feet long, two feet wide, and sixteen inches deep. In front of the furnaces are arranged a number of small bins which contain alternately charcoal, mineral, and lime. Almost centrally located in this building is a double track on which are cars for conducting materials to the Scotch eyes and bearing oflT the lead. A blast is furnished by means of a No. 6 Sturtevant fan, and can be increased or diminished as desired. A mixture of charcoal and mineral is put into the Scotch eye or furnace. This is stirred and more mineral throwed in. Lime is also added for fluxing. Near the top of the Scotch eye reservoir is an opening through which the lead in a liquid state passes into the refining basin. In the center of the basin a piece of wood is immersed by means of a sinker. This keeps the liquid in constant agitation which causes the dross to rise to the top when it is removed. At the end of this basin a car is placed on which are four moulds. The lead is run into these and. after cooling, is taken out, weighed and is ready for shipment. The pigs thus made usually weigh about eighty pounds each - sometimes a fraction more or less. There is also in this building an additional refining basin or kettle which can be used if necessary. It has a capacity for one hundred and fifty pigs. At each Scotch eye two men are constantly engaged. They are given three thousand of mineral, the smelting of which constitutes their day's work. There being five Scotch eyes, and three shifts or changes of men during the twenty-four hours, thirty men are enabled to smelt forty -five thousand of mineral per day. Besides these numerous yard and other hands are employed. Just west of and adjoining the smelting building is an engine and boiler-room. This is forty-five feet long and thirty-six wide. South of these, about fifty yards, is a charcoal repository, fifty feet long by thirty-six wide. A track leads from this to the smelters. The superintendent's office and scale-room is situated a short distance east of south of main building. Shipping facilities are most excellent. The K. C, Ft. S. & Gulf Railroad reaches the works on the west, while an excellent safe of the finest and costliest make, with an improved Hall safe and time lock. They are always ready to accommodate their customers, and do a sreneral exchange and hankins: business. Individual liabilities,

JoPLiN Hotel. - This splendid brick structure is located on the corner of Main and Fourth streets, in the business heart of the cit3^ It was erected in 1874 by Messrs. Davis 6c Murphy and Moffet & Sergeant, at a cost (building and furnishing) of about $46,000. It has a frontage of one hundred and one feet on Main Street, is eighty feet deep, and three stories high. On the lower floor is a spacious office, a dining-room fifty feet long by forty wide, several large sample-rooms, baggage-rooms, wash-room, etc. Above are richly furnished parlors, besides about fifty rooms for the accommodation of guests. These are well arranged and ventilated, provided with fire escapes, lighted with gas, water on each floor, have electric bells and annunciators, and telephone communications with all parts of the city and adjoining towns. The present proprietors are Messrs. Jones & Connor. It is under the personal management of Mr. Jones, one of the proprietors, who is indefatigable in his efforts to insure the comfort of his guests. Mr. L. C. McCarthy has charge of the office, and is not only a gentleman of experience in the business, but is very ]iopular with the traveling public. In short, the Joplin Hotel is one of the finest west of St. Louis.

St. James IIotp:l. - In 1872 a portion of what is now the St. .lames Hotel was erected by Monroe Clark, one of the first who came to Joplin. It was then called the Broadway Hotel, and was a two-story frame building, fifty feet long by twenty-six wide. The first landlord was W. H. Fallis, of this city. Since then it has been greatlj^ enlarged, and is now sixty feet long, fifty feet wide, and two stories high. Besides a large office, samplerooms, dining-room, and elegantly furnished parlors below, there are twenty-five rooms, well ventilated and provided with all necessary conveniences for the accommodation of guests. These are lighted w^th gas, have water at hand, and telephone connection with all parts of the city and neighboring towns. Mr. Charles Gaede, the ])resent lessee and landlord, took charge in August, 1878. He is a jovial German gentleman of experience in the bilsiness, and by his attention and efforts to please, has gained a popularity second to none in the Southwest.

Pacific Hotel. - This is one of the finest frame hotels in the state. It is centrally located on the corner of Second Street and Virginia Avenue. In 1875 the main building, which is fifty feet long, forty feet wide, and three stories high, was erected by L. P. Johnson. Two years later the property was purchased by Messrs. Ferguson & Dorsey, the present proprietors.

Shortly afterward an addition was made, thirty feet long, twenty-four feet wide, and same height as the former buildipg. It contains about twentyfive rooms for guests, besides finely furnished parlors, large office, spacious dining hall, sample-room, baggage-room, etc. These are all finely ventilated, lighted with gas, water in each room, telephone advantage, in fact, the hotel is first-class in all its appointments. The present lessee and landlord. Mi-. Fred Matthews, is a wide-awake and genial gentleman; ever courteous and obliging, he makes the Pacific a home in the fullest sense of the term. Although he has had charge but a few months the house is full to overflowing ; yet there is "always room for one more."

Harmany's Foundry. - Established in 1877, by Webb S. Harmany, a gentleman of many years experience in the business. The first was a frame building eighty-five feet long by fifty-five feet wide, and one story high, and was known as the Joplin Foundry. It was situated near the Lone Elm Mining and Smelting Company's works, and with those was burned on the afternoon of April 3, 1880. Notwithstanding the great loss sustained Mr. Harmany determined to rebuild at once. Accordingly on April fifteenth following work was commenced on the present building. It is constructed of stone, is one hundred feet long, sixty feet wide, and two stories high. Besides, there are engine, boiler, and other rooms in connection. In the spring of 1881 machine shops were also established, making this the largest institution of the kind in the Southwest. The lower story is occupied with the moulding-room, machine shops, and office. On the upper fioor are pattern and warerooms. Mr. Plarmany is a first-class mechanic in every respect, and has the best facilities for operations. His machinery is new, the latest improved, and expensive; his workmen are experienced; his work speaks for itself. He is now prepared to build engines, crushers, and other mining machinery; has new and original designs for building fronts, and all kinds of ornamental -work, and does a general repairing business.

JoPLiN Machine Works. - An institution of great importance and one which ranks high in the estimation of citizens of Joplin are the above named works. They were established in the fall of 1878 by William M. Leckie, the present proprietor. Mr. Leckie commenced to learn the trade of mill- Wright when fifteen years of age and continued in that capacity nearly five years. He then served as draughtsman for nearly two years. Subsequently he attended the School of Arts at Dundee, Scotland, taking a full course. After this he engaged in the Black Ness Foundry at Dundee for a time. Coming to America in 1872 he engaged first at the Eoger Locomotive Works, Paterson, New Jersey, then at the Hezekiah Bradford Machine Works, same place. He came to Joplin in 1877 and one year later pur- chased one of liis present shops, since which he has added a foundry, pattern shops, store rooms, etc.; has also tripled the machinery, and is doing an immense business. He does all kinds of foundry work, from the largest crushers, building fronts, etc., to the smallest and most difficult in execution. Builds engines, boilers, and does general repairing. Works are located about one-half mile west of the City Hall, near the track of the Girard Branch of the St. Louis & San Francisco Railway.

JoPLiN Wagon and Carkiage Works. - These extensive works were established in 1876 by W. V. White, the present proprietor. They are situated on the corner of Main and Eighth streets. The building is a large twostory frame, one hundred and ten feet long by seventy-five feet wide. On the lower floor are the smithing, wood- work, and constructing departments, also material warerooms. In the upper story are the painting, furnishing, and upholstering departments, also a large carriage repository. East and across the alley from there is a lumber yard, in which are numerous lumber sheds, dry houses, etc. A commodious repository for heavy wagons, etc., has lately been constructed. Mr. White is a mechanic of twent3'-five years experience and gives personal supervision over all the difterent departments. He has from sixteen to twenty workmen constantly employed and yet iiis force is insufficient to meet the growing demand for his work. In this establishment all kinds of vehicles, from an omnibus and heavy farm wagon to the smallest and most difficult in execution are constructed. The materials used are the best, and taking into consideration the excellency of work produced it is not surprising that Mr. White is unable to supply the demand. The works will soon be enlarged.

JoPLiN Paint and Oil Works - South Main Street, opposite the Joplin Wagon and Carriage Works - were established January 1, 1883, by the Joplin Paint and Oil Company. Ilere are manufactured all kinds of mixed paints ready for use. Capacity of the works from three to five hundred gallons of paint per day. The company have a number of men on the road who are meeting with abundant success. Such, at at least, as to render it utterly impossible at present to fill the orders received. The works are under the efficient management of Messrs. Brown & Pierce.

by the excellency of work done has obtained a large, increasing, and remunerative business. The works are of great value to Joplin because of the vast amount of repairing to be done and the pipes for drainage needed.

Joplin Loan and Building Association - Organized April 10, 1883, with a capital stock of $200,000, consisting of 1,000 shares of 1200 each, all subscribed. The association is organized on the principle of not allowing one man to hold more than ten shares, thereby precluding the possibility of juonopoly. The directors chosen by the association are John H. Taylor, Clark Craycroft, W. B. Halyard, C. J. Lewis, G. B. Young, A. II. Waite, D. C. McConey, W. II. Fairbanks, and J. C. Gaston. The purpose of this association is the same as those of like organizations elsewhere; namely, the upbuilding of Joplin by inducing immigration and offering to those who are unable to build by individual means such pecuniary aid as will insure an easy and safe way of securing homes. The present officers are W. B. Halyard, president; B. T. Webb, secretary; A. II. Waite. treasurer; Clark Craycroft, attorney.

SouTiiWESTEKN LivEKY, Yeed. a.\d Sale Staule - Comcr of Main and Si.vth streets, established in the spring of 1877, by T. F. Calvin. In August of that year Jno. B. Serage took charge and has since continued. The building is a frame, one hundred feet front by one hundred and ten feet long, well arranged and desirably located. Mr. Serage keeps twenty head of liorses, fourteen carriages and buggies, and is always prepared to furnish first-class rigs at reasonable rates. He also does a general feed and sale 'l)usiness.

BoNNEK Stable - Corner Main and Fourth streets, established in January, 1876, by C. P. Mallett, the present proprietor. It is a frame building fifty feet front by one hundred feet deep, having a stabling capacity for forty horses. Mr. Mallett keeps twenty good livery horses, five carriages, ten top buggies, besides other vehicles. Everything is first-class, and he makes a specialty in dealing in fine horses for the Eastern and Westei"n markets; also, feed and sale stable.

Southern Livert, Feed, AiNd Sale Stable - Located on Main Street, between Third and Fourth, established in 1880 by Dan Collins, the present proprietor, who for several years had charge of the Broadway. The Southern stable has fifty feet front, and is one hundred and ten feet deep. It has a stabling capacity for fifty horses. Mr. Collins keeps from twenty-five to thirty horses for livery use; carriages, buggies, and other vehicles. His establishment is first-ch.ss in every respect, and i>; receiving a very liberal patronage.

was established in 1875, by the pret^eiit proprietor, Mr. Eli Botkin. The stable is a two-story frame, thirty-six feet front by one hundred feet deep. He has a stabling capacity for forty horses, besides storage room for vehicles, hay, and grain. Mr. Botkin keeps from fifteen to twenty good livery horses, carriages, etc., and is prepared to furnish first-class rigs to those desiring them; also, furnishes board for horses, and deals in stock.

The Henshaw Carriage Repository - Is located on Fourth Street between Main Street and Virginia Avenue. This establishment was erected in the spring of 1883, by Mr. Henshaw, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri. It is an elegant frame building fifty feet front by fifty feet deep, and has a storage capacity for nearly one hundred vehicles. Mr. Henshaw carries a full line of fine carriages, buggies, phaetons, etc. He is a man of -enterprise and excellent business qualifications, and certainly deserves the patronage of those needing anything in his line.

John Klotz's Cigar Manufactory - Established in March, 1882, under license for fifth district of Missouri. At first the enterprise was prosecuted on a limited scale, but subsequently facilities were increased to meet the growing demand for goods, and now from six to ten men are regularly employed. The factory is on the corner of Main and Second streets. The special brands manufactured are Belle of Joplin, Genuine Havana, First Trip, La Criolla, Planter's Bride, Golden Chariot, etc. Mr. M. Klotz, the proprietor, is a man of energy and enterprise, and we have little fear but that the above will prove a permanent and valuable institution. He expects soon to keep a man on the road all the time. Present demand quite flattering.

McCoNEY & Frazier's Brick- Yard. - This yard is the most extensive in the county, and is located about three-fourths of a mile due west of the City Hall. It was established in the spring of 1882 by the above firm and has -since continued in active operation. The grounds comprise eight acres of beautiful prairie land, situated on an eminence, and gently rolling in all directions. During the year 1882 these gentlemen produced 2,000,000 brick of excellent quality. They also engaged quite extensively in building. Among the buildings which they erected are the Masonic Block, Perkins Block, Swartz & Maulsbury Block, and the City Hall. Each being a fine specimen of neat and substantial masonry. Their facilities for 1883 have been greatly increased. A new Eagle brick machine has been secured and put in operation. It is of the Yandalia, Illinois, manufacture, and has a capacity for turning out 60,000 brick per day. Near the machine are three drying sheds, each about eleven feet wide, and one hundred and twenty feet long. There are employed from twenty-five to thirty men, and it is expected that upwards of 4,000,000 brick will be produced during the present season Mr. McConey, the eenior member of the tirm, has recently erected an elegant new brick packing house, and has for some years been extensively engaged in beef and pork packing. The firm is also doing a general contracting and building business.

RoTENBERGER & Son's Brick-Yard. - -The yard owned by these gentlemen' was established about the year 1866, and is the oldest existing here, and doubtless in Jasper county. Many of the magnificent brick structures, for which Joplin is so justly noted, are made of brick produced at this yard. Among these may be named the new M. E. Church, one of the finest, if not the finest church edifice in southwest Missouri, the L. Reseling Block, etc. The firm manufacture from 400,000 to 500,000 brick per year.

PiLKiNGTON & Dumond's Brick-Yard. - The present yard was establisheil in April, 1883. Since then they have burned upwards of 300,000 brick, and expect to double that number during the season. The yard is located o\h Turkey Creek about one-fourth mile north of Lone Elm.

The Joplin Brewery - Established in 1881 by Messrs. MuennigcfeZentner^. the present proprietors. The gentlemen in charge are both practical brewers, of years of experience in Germany and America. The excellent quality of beer produced brought it into immediate popularity, and rendered it necessary for them to enlarge their buildings, and increase facilities for manufacture. They are now quite extensively engaged, have men constantly on the road, and are receiving a liberal patronage from vendors and consumers in the Southwest. They also have in connection a large bottling establishment, and are prepared to furnish their customers with either keg or bottled beer.

Joplin Floral and Vegetable Gardens. - An enterprise which adds materially to the beauty and attractiveness of the city are the floral and vegetable gardens on the corner of Second Street and Byers Avenue. These were established in 1875 by Thomas Green, the present proprietor, and a gentleman of thirty-two years experience in gardening in England and America. Especial attention is being paid to floriculture. A large stone green-house has been erected, sixty feet long, to one end of which is attached a packing-room and potting-shed. Among the numerous varieties of flowers and flowering plants are: Ever-blooming roses, ever-blooming teas, hybrid perpetuals, climbmg perpetuals of various colors; ever-blooming moss, strictly perpetual; also dahlias, gladiolus, tuberose, tulips, caladiums, arayrillas, hyacinths, crocuses, and lilies in variety; a full stock of hardy perennials, including peonias, dialetra spectabulas, white day lily, columbines, tritona, pampas grass, eulalia japonica, eulalia zebrina, pansys, and verbenas- in great variety; an extensive collection of cactus, aloes, palms, century plants, and exotics from all parts of the globe; geraniums in almost endless variety; fuschias, hibiscus, begonias, bouvardias, salvias, cyclamen persi- -cuni, Chinese primrose {Primula Japonica), English double primrose, and coleus in great variety; camelia japonica, grafted oranges, cape jassimina, stephenotis, ardisa, clerodendron, euonymus, ivys, ferns, mosses, sempervivuras, and oleanders in variety; pomegranates, crape myrtle, rubber ])lant, ^iarnations, ])inks, pansiHoras, lemon verbenas, oxalis, pelargoniums, and messembrianthemums, besides many others. Mr. Green is also extensively engaged in the raising of early vegetables and vegetable plants for market; also fruit trees and evergreens, a full line of shrubbery, and bedding plants; ever-blooming hardy roses a specialty.

Lt-ul and Zinc Region of the Southwest - General Discussion of the Mines - First Mines - Oronogo Mines - Wehh Cifi/ Mines - Carterville Mines - Stephen Diggings - Sherwood Diggings - Cox Digging.'^ - Leadrille Mines - Came;/ Diggings - Tanyard Hollow - Taylor Diggings - Bellville Mines - Jacl-son Diggings - Tioaring Spring Mines - Mines af Joplin - Lone Elm District - Kansas City Bottom - Picher Field, etc. Mining Companies - Joplin Mining and Smelting Co. - Picher Lead and Zinc Co. - Granhg Mining ind Smelting Co. - West Jojjlin Lead and Zinc Co. - Lone Elm Mining and Smelting Co. - Phoenix Mining and Smelting Co. - Xeiv York and Joplin Mining and Smelting Co.

The greatest lead and zinc region known to the world extends from about six miles south of Gran by, in Newton county, in a northwesterly direction through Jasper county to the Short Creek lines, just beyond the state Hue in Kansas. It has a mean width of about fifteen miles, and the ores are found ail the way from the surface to a depth of about 250 feet. There are four well defined strata of lead ore, the first of which is found in places at the surface, and extends downward to a depth of jBfty feet. This stratum is commonly called " float mineral," and is usually mixed with limestone and granite, with slate walls and flint caps. The mineral at this depth is, as a rule, found in "pockets," a single one of which has been known to yield 4,000,000 pounds. The second stratum is found between fifty and ninety feet beneath the surface, and is usually in well defined "leads," with the same kind of wall, cap, and stone; the granite generally predominating. At this depth, it is usually found in openings containing 3'ellow clay, together with spar and flint rock, and often zinc. The third stratum is from J)0 to 160 feet beneath the surface, is well defined, and runs from a northeasterly in a southeasterly direction. This is the "run" now being worked most extensive^', and in it the ore is found in "leads" from 40 to 100 feet in breadth and 4 to 40 feet in thickness. The walls and cap-rock re- Kemble those of the second ]a3'er described. The fourth stratum may be found at a depth of from 150 to 250 feet. This has as yet not been extensively mined, but is the best that has been prospected; is better defined, yields far more and better mineral; is eaiser worked, and the supply inexhaustible. One lead of this was struck on the Xew York Company's lands near Turkey Creek, one on Swindle Hill, and one also on Parr Hill, all near Joplin, and shoM'ing an extent of three miles, so far as developed. The width of this lead is from 250 to 800 feet wide, an average thickness of 40 feet; and with a yield of 30,000,000 pounds per annum, it would require a century and a half to exhaust the I'nowii supply, and saying nothing of future probable discoveries. To-day, every indication gives proof that the mining interests of this wonderful region are only in their infancy as yet, and that the richest developements are reserved for the future.

The reader will already have observed that the foregoing mineral history contains little concerning zinc, and in fact, after a perusal of the difi'erent conditions in which lead ore is found, the several strata, their depth, etc.^ little need be said concerning this metal. It is not, as a rule, found in the first stratum of lead, though in some instances it has been discovered very near the surface. It by no means preserves the regular order of deposit that lead does, but may or may not be found in either or all of the three lower strata described, and between the same. Sometimes, in fact frequently, it is found where there is no lead, and vice versa; often a bod}' of limestone or flint, when blasted or picked out will be found to contain both zinc and lead ores, the two being in contact, but never in actual combination.

It will here be in place to notice a limited number of "diggings," as they are termed in miner's parlance. Those not found below are given in the history of the townships in which they exist, and are excluded from thisarticle for the purpose of avoiding needless repetition.

From the most authentic sources we learn that the first actual mining in the Southwest, excepting, perhaps, the very little engaged in by the Spaniards and aborigines, dates back as far as 1848. A man living some two miles northwest of this city, discovered near his house a chunk of mineral He at once informed a neighbor, William Tingle, who lived near by, and the latter took his pick and shovel and proceeded to the spot and began digging, and in a little more time than it requires to record the incident, threw out nearly one hundred pounds of lead ore. Thus was demonstrated to the world that lead did exist, and in paying quantities, in southwest Missouri. A considerable mining was done immediately following. The first smelting was there engaged in by means of an air furnace constructed by Mr. Tingle and a Mr. Fitzgerald of Carthage. The mines were then, and have since the war, been known as the Leadville "diggings."

Oronogo Mines. - In the vicinity of Oronogo lead was discovered in the spring of 1851 by Judge McKee. Shortly afterward, he, with other gentlemen, proceeded to the spot which was immediately south of the railroad depot of that place, for the purpose of making further investigations. With a little digging lead was obtained; even the roots of the grass being tangled with the pieces. The first shaft was sunk at the point where the discovery was made, and the mineral deposit was found to exceed in richness any previously discovered. The mines were worked to some extent previous to the war, but not successfully until they came into the possession of the Granby Company, since which they have developed largely and have proven more than was ever anticipated.

Webb City Mines. - ^Lead was first discovered here in 1873 by John C. Webb, who at the time was ploughing corn. He commenced digging in the fall after his crops were out of the way, but owing to the large amount of water little progress was made. In the following year a large steam pump was put on the ground and the mines being extensively worked, proved the richest in existence. The developement of these has already built up a town of more than 2,000 inhabitants, and the wealth of mineral is by no means exhausted. Indeed, indications are that mining operations are but fairly begun and that the deposits of lead and zinc ores are inexhaustible.

Cartkrville Lead and Zinc Mines. - Following is a statement of number of pounds of lead and zinc ores produced from fifteen shafts on the Carterville tract, from January 1, to December 31, 1882: Lead, 2,371,802 pounds; zinc, 2],(;82,640 pounds: value, $279,207.82. There were shipped 931 cars, averaging nearly eighteen cars per week. The average price of zinc ore at the mines has been about twenty dollars per ton, and that of lead ore $27.65 per 1,000 pounds. The lands are owned by W. A. Daugherty, C. C. Allen, T. N. Davy, and Wra. McMillan. Phil E. Hannum is superintendent. Carterville and the Blende City mines are the richest zinc mines in the world, and the ores are produced at the least cost. The Carthage lead and zinc mines, two and a half miles south of the city, has just been opened, and from two shafts there is now turned out about ten tons of zinc daily.

Stephens Diggings. - These diggings were opened about the year 1872 hy Messrs. Davis & Murphy. There were perhaps 600,000 pounds of lead ore taken out at an early day, besides an unknown quantity of zinc blende, wliich at that time was not used because of a lack of facilities for smeltino'. The mines have not been extensivel}^ worked for a number of years owing to the water. The deepest shaft thus far is about 100 feet. Mineral is found, however, all the way from the surface to that depth. They are now the property of the West Joplin Lead and Zinc Company, and are situated three and one-half miles northwest of the city.

Sherwood Diggings. - Mines were opened at the above place about the years 1872-73, also by Messrs. Davis <fc Murphy, and were worked extensively and paid largely. The land, 120 acres, is divided oft* in lots, each 200 feet square, and is leased to miners on the usual terms. Mineral is found from 50 to 182 feet. Excellent drainage is found by means of steam pumps. They are owned and controlled by the West Joplin Lead and Zinc Company.

Cox DiGGiN(iS. - These are situated about one mile south and a little west of Joplin. They Avere opened in 1873 by Davis & Murphy, and proved very lich. Dr. Carter, of Carthage, now owns almost the entire interest, but little work is being done. Thomas Green, of this city, has been for some time operating them, but with limited success.

PiNKARD Mines - Situated three miles east of the city, were opened by Messrs Davis <k Murphy, and mostl}' lead is mined. The land, consisting of eighty acres, is reasonably well drained, and possesses a considerable wealth of mineral. The mines are the property of the West Joplin Lead and Zinc Company.

Leadville Mines. - These were open, as before indicated, in 1848. They are situated on Turkey Creek about two miles northwest of Joplin. Much mining was there engaged in during the war. There, too, the first smelting furnace was erected; subsequently the West Joplin Lead and Zinc Company operated them. They are now the property of the C. H. Brewster estate, and are under the direction of C. H. Brewster, of this city. There is no doubt but that rich deposits still exist, and it is understood that operations will soon be resumed.

Carney Diggings. - The above diggings were opened about the year 1873 by Davis & Murphy. They are situated about one mile south of Joplin, and are the property of the West Joplin Lead and Zinc Company. The land, 120 acres, is divided into lots and leased on the same liberal terms as other mineral lands owned by this company.

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Taylor Diggings. - Mineral M^as discovered in the vicinity of these mines about the year 1875, but no eflforts were made at mining. In February, 1883, parties leased the land from J. H, Taylor, of this city, and commenced active operations. The deepest shaft thus far is eighty feet and the deposit is exceedingly rich. A twenty foot face of solid jack has recently been struck, which gives from 800 to 900 pounds to the load. The mines are on Turkey Creek, four and one-half miles east of Joplin.

Beli.villk Mixes. - These mines are situated five miles northwest of Jo]>- lin. Kich ore has been struck, but, although work has been going on for some years, little has been done because of a lack of pumping facilities.

The Roaring Spring Mine - Have recently been opened by E. B. Leonard & Son, of this city. The mines are situated about six miles southwest of the city, and the present indications are that the deposit will exceed the most sanguine expectations of the gentlemen who have them in charge. Mr. E. B. Leonard gives them personal supervision and is highly pleased with the outlook.

Concerning the mines adjoining and within the corporate limits of Joplin, little need be said. Millions have been taken out and untold millions remain in subterranean veins and cells awaiting to be claimed. These have fostered and mainly built up Joplin. True, other mineral fields surrounding as those at Short Creek, Oronogo, Webb City, Carterville, Granby, and the numerous diggings in the mining district have each paid tribute to the " City of Lead," but the " Lone Elm Mining District," " Kansas City Bottom," " Picher's Field," etc., etc., have contributed grandly to her upbuilding, and established institutions which are her crowning glory and source <;'f pride. The last named districts are completely honeycombed with shafts, many of which are now being used, while others have been deserted, almost since the founding of the city. The principal points where mining is now extensively carried on are " The Granby Mines," in the Lone Elm District; the Joplin M. & S. Co.'s Mines, in and adjoining the " Kansas City Bottom," and the "Parr Hill," "Power's Hill," "Poverty Flat," and -' Island" diggings, in the " Picher Field."

Joplin Mining and Smelting Company. - This is the oldest of the Joplin companies, being incorporated December 20, 1871. The company was organized principally through the efibrts of John H. Taylor, who became the first president, and has since held that position. The lands of thig company consist of upwards of 800 acres; ()00 acres lie four mile north of Joplin; 200 acres are M'ithin the city limits. The following well known names designate mining localities on this company's land in Joplin: the "Moon Ptange"; '- Kansas City Bottom"; "Bray 40"; - St. Joe Hollow," and " Beainer Hill." The deepest shaft in southwest Missoui-i is in " Kansas Cit}' Bottom." It is two hundred and twenty feet and eight inches deep. The present officers of the company are John II. Taylor, pi-esident and treasurer; J. B. Glover, vice-president, secretary, and general superintemi ent. Directors, John H. Taylor, J. B. Glover, C. F. Taylor, Win. Crisman, of Independence, Missouri, and James W. Lewis, Glasgow, Missouri.

The East Joplin City and Mining Company own about 380 acres of valuable land in and adjoining Joplin. The company was organized in 187'2. John H. Taylor was one of the original incorporators, and is now the president and treasurer.

The Pichek Lead and Zinc Company - AVas organized in January, 187*'. with the following officers: O. H. Picher, ]iresidcnt; W. H. Picher, vicepresident and secretary, Directors, O. II. Picher. W. 11. Picher, and O. .^. Picher. The company owns over 1,200 acres of valuable mineral land. A considerable portion of this is and has been leased on the most liberal terms to companies and private individuals for mining purposes. On this land some of the richest lead and zinc deposits have been found, and recent developments indicate a remaining wealth of ore beyond the most sanguine expectations of those in charge. The facilities for draining the mines are excellent, there being numerous steam pumps in continual operation. The present officers of the company are O. H. Picher, president; W. II. Picher. vice-president; G. W. Gore, secretary.

Granby MiNiN(i ANn Smelting Company. - In 1857 Messrs. Peter E. Blow and F. B. Kennett formed a partnership under the firm name of Blow <V Kennett, for the purpose of engaging in mining operations. In 1865 Mr. Kennett retired from the firm, and shortly afterward the above company was organized at St. Louis, with stockholders, as follows: Peter E. Blow. Henry T. Blow, James B. Eads, Chas. K. Dixon, and Judge Barton Bates, The first officers were Henry T. Blow, president; James B, Eads, vice-president, and Peter E. Blow, general superintendent. The company engaged extensively in mining at Granby, Newton county, at Oronogo, and Joplin. this county. They now own upwards of 19,000 acres of mineral land in Missouri and Arkansas; 13,000 of this is in Jasper and Newton counties, and is mineral land of great richness. The company have large smelting works at Granby and Joplin, and have recently erected and put in operatiorf at Pittsburgh, Kansas, the largest zinc works in the West. Extensive minin:*'- operations are being carried on in connection with the smelting works at the above named places. The present officers are Edgar T. Wells, Hartford, Connecticut, president: Solon Humphreys, New York City, vice-president; A. G. Trevor, secretary, and Peter E. Blow, general superintendent.

West Joplin Lead and Zino Company. - The above company was organized in the fall of 1875, with the following officers and stockholders: Thos. E. Tootle, of St. Joseph, president; T. K. Hanna, of Kansas City, secretary and treasurer, and Patrick Murphy, of this city, superintendent. In 1879 C. H. Brewster, of Booneville, Missouri, and K. B. Tyler, of St. Joseph, became stockholders. The company now owns and controls upwards of 3,000 acres of the best mineral lands in southwest Missouri, which they are extensively operating. It is mostly well drained by steam pumps. It is divided into lots and leased to miners. The present officers are Thos. Tootle, president; T. K. Hanna, secretary and treasurer, and Patrick Murphj^ superintendent.

Lone Elm Mining and Smelting Comi'any. - This company was organized February 22, 1877, with E. P. Moffett, J. B. Sergeant, and W. A. Botkin as stockholders. The first officers were E. R. Moffett, president; J. B. Sergeant, treasurer; George a Case, secretary. On April 15th, 1878, Mr. Botkin retired, and in the fall of 1880 Mr. Sergeant disposed of his interest. In July, 1879, Mr. Case retired from the secretaryship and A. W. Stillwell succeeded him. The present directors are E. P. Moftet, L. P. Cunningham, and A. W. Stillwell. Present officers are E. R. Moffet, president; A. W. Stillwell, secretary and acting treasurer. The company owns and operates much valuable mineral land in this and Newton county.

Phcenix Mining and Smelting Company. - The above company was organized in November, 1882, with the following officers: William Ellison, president and treasurer; Joseph Ellison, vice-president; Edward E. Smith, secretary; and S. S. Bice, general superintendent. Directors, William Ellison, Joseph Ellison, and S. S. Bice. The company owns 130 acres of rich mineral land in section eleven, township twenty-seven, range thirty-two, and about one mile southwest of Scotland post-office. They are known as the Burch Mines, having been discovered by a Mr. Bnrch while plowing in 1872. He at once opened them up and was richly rewarded. In 1878 they were leased to and worked by Messrs. Moffet & Sergeant, who continued operating them until 1881, at which time they ceased, owing probably to the fact that most of the product was zinc blende and not so desirable, as only lead ores were smelted in their furnaces. A statement furnished by Mr. A. W. Stillwell, secretary for the Lone Elm Mining and Smelting Company, shows that the total amount of mineral received during the years 1879 to 1881 inclusive, from the Burcli mines, was 531,988 pounds. This, however, was only a very small fraction of the entire amount taken out. The Phosnix Company have introduced new pumping and crushing machinery, and are meeting with wonderful success. Their deepest mine is at present 130 feet. Present officers same as above. Mr. William Ellison was the founder of Phcenix Iron Works, St. Louis.

New York and Jovlin Mining and Smelting Company. - The above company was organized under charter in New York, in 1878, with the following officers: L, S. Chase, president and treasurer; A. Carter, Jr., vicepresident; J. M. Stamp, secretary and superintendent. The company now own and operate twenty acres of very rich mineral land situated just north of the city of Joplin. Their facilities for working are excellent. There are in operation eight eight-inch pumps driven by powerful steam engines, besides numerous smaller ones. These furnish the best of drainaore, rendering it possible for those engaged in mining to work free from the disadvantages of water. The company lease the lots into which their land is divided on the usual terms. Thus far nearly six million pounds of lead ore have been mined by this company.

Sterling Lead and Zinc Comi'any. - The above company was organized in New York City March 1, 1883, with a paid up capital of five hundred thousand dollars. The stockholders are Earl C. Bacon and W. Swain, of New York; Thomas P. Marshall, of Trenton, New Jersey, and others. Officers: Earl C. Bacon, president; Homer Swain, secretary; W. Swain, treasurer; and H. Tutcher, of Joplin, Missouri, general superintendent. The company controls 160 acres of rich mineral land, situated about two miles northwest of Joplin on the Girard Branch of the St. Louis & San Francisco Railway. Their land is divided into lots 200x220 feet, which are leased to miners on the same liberal terms as other substantial companies in the mineral fields of southwest Missouri. Lead was first discovered in this land about the year 1867, but little was done until the Sterling com- ]iienced operating some months ago. In fact the vast mining deposits were not known to exist in that part until recent developments. The company have introduced new and effective machinery, rendering draining facilities most perfect. The mineral is found all the way from thirty to one hundred feet.

Introduction - Social, Benevolent, and Secret Organizations - Commercial, Military), and Miscellaneous Organizations - A. F. <f; A. M. - Medoc Lodge No. 335 - Fellowship Lodge No. 34r) - Joplin R.A.C. No. 01 - I. 0. 0. F. - A. 0. U. W. - Joplin Lodge No. 34 - Select Knights of A . 0. U. W. - Aurora Lodge No. 41 - Knights of Pythias - Germanic Social and Literary Cluh - Knights of Honor - 0. P. Morton Post G. A. R. - Joplin Rifle.-! - American Legion of Honor - The Episcopal Ladies' Society.

Not only has Joplin made rapid progress in commercial and business affairs, in mining and manufacturing, in public improvements, in railroad, and in religious, and educational matters, but her social development has also been great. The Masons, Odd Fellows, and the strongest and most popular orders or associations which have sprung into existence and become powerful means of good in the past fifty years are represented. As far as can be learned every one of the bodies in this city is in a flourishing condition.

Below will be found a complete list of the benevolent, secret, social, national, military, and miscellaneous organizations in the city. Each one ha& received such mention as the scope and character will permit of, and the age character, strength, and usefuUness of the order deserves.

A. F. & A. M. - Medoc Lodge No. 335, was organized June 18, 1860, at Medoc, this county. The first officers were S. M. "Williams, "W". M.; C. A. Underwood, S. W. ; S. Yangundy, J. W.; Thos. Donahoo, treasurer; John M. Young, secretary; E. Pearce, S. D.; O. P. Sutherland, J. D.; Preston Storms, tyler. In the meeting of December 21, 1875, by a vote of the members, the lodge was removed to East Joplin, Missouri. The first meeting after its removal was held in the frame hall, corner of Main Street and Galena Avenue, East Joplin, on the evening of February 17, 1876. At that time there were eighteen members. Present membership fifty. The lodge has a commodious hall, richly furnished, in the large brick building erected on the site above given, and is in a prosperous condition. The present officers are John S. McDonald, W. M.; M. F. Downing, S. W.; A. H. Duree, J. W.; Lee Taylor, treasurer; S. A. Underwood, secretary; G. M. Stephenson, S. D. ; E. P. Dixon, J. D. ; John Roesch, S. S,; W. M. Leckie, J. S.; Wm. M. Quick, chaplain; P. F. Richardson, tyler.

D.; Jolin Welliey, tyler; Fenton Parish, W. W. "Webb and others. On February 19th, 1874, on petition from lodge, authority was granted by R. E. Anderson, G. M. for the State of Missouri, removing the lodge from Fidelity to Joplin, Missouri. The first meeting in this city was held on the evening of April 1, 18T4. First officers after removal were M. H. Patrick, W. M.; J. W. Brock, S. W.; M. W. Halsell, J. W.; J. W. Burch, .secretary; Jas. Aylor, treasurer; C. D. Tucker, S. D. ; E. M. Burch, J. D.; W. W. Webb, tyler. The lodge at first met in what is now Armory Hall, corner of Main and Second streets. Two years later the rooms now occupied by the Herald were used. In 1877 the fraternity built a frame hall on Main Street, between Fifth and Sixth. In 1882 the present Masonic building was erected, at a cost of about nine thousand dollars. It is a magnificent brick structure situated on the corner of Main and Fourth streets; is one hundred and ten feet long, twenty-five feet wide, and two stories high. The corner-stone was laid with appropriate ceremonies on May 23d, 1882, there being deposited beneath a roll of members of the lodge, officers, copy of constitution, and by-laws, name of the G. M. of the State of Missouri, copies of the Joplin newspapers, coins of the various denominations, etc. The hall was dedicated on the evening of November 15, 1882, by Clark Craycroft, D. G. M., appointed by the G. M. of the State of Missouri. It is admirably arranged and elegantly furnished, and is considered the finest west of St. Louis. The ])resent membership of Fellowship Lodge is seventy-five. The present officers are J. W. Keynolds. W. M. ; F. E. Williams, S. W.; Alex McClaren, J. W.; A. W. Stillwell, secretary; Peter Schnur, treasurer; H. J. Wilhardt, S. D.; A. J. Morgan, J. D.; Ira Gilbert, tyler. The lower story of the Masonic building is now occupied by A, W. Gove, hardware merchant.

,Io8eph Feel, staudarU bearer; L. liiseling, sword bearer; W. A. Dennis, warden. The commandery is in a very tiourishing condition. Meetings in Masonic Hall, corner of Main and Fourth streets.

Inukpenuent Okdek of Odd Fellows. - Joplin Lodge No. 287 was organized November I, 1872, in what is now East Joplin by John Allington, Ira Creech, William Karbe, and others; regularly installed by L. J. Burch, iJ. D. G. M., of Carthage Lodge No. 17L The first officers were John Allington, N. G.; S. H. White, V. G.; L-a Creech, E. S.; E. W. Beach, R *5. ; William Karbe, T. The society was authorized to do general lodge work immediately after organization, although a charter was not granted tintil June 10, 1873. In 1874 the place of meeting was changed to the liall on the corner of Main and Second streets, Murphysburg, and about one year thereafter returned to former quarters in East Joplin, and returned to West Joplin in the fall of 1877. Fresent membership, eighty. Present officers: M. Scherl, N. G.; J. J. Gofer, V. G.; G. R. Lavery, R. S.; H. O. Sproal, P. S.; W. B. Halyard, T. Hall on the corner of Second and Main streets; commodious, well arranged, and richly furnished.

Knights of Pythias. - Joplin Lodge No. 140 was organized January .5,. 1876, by G. C. Charles 1). Lucas, assisted by G. K. of K. & S. John P. Swygard, of Kansas City, Missouri. The charter members were W. IL Picher, E. D. Porter, W. A. Pyle, T. W. Miles, W. E. Maynard, F. E. Williams, J. M. Wise, R. T. Greer, George W. Gore, A. P. Gore, J. B.Abbott, S. H. Caldwell, W. A. Williams, Theodore W. Davis, Patrick Murphy. George A. Chase, and Peter Schnur. One year after organization the charter was surrendered, but the lodge was reorganized and the charter restored by G. C. C. W. II. Rudolph, of St. Louis, Missouri. Since that time the chapter has been in a prosperous condition. The present officers are P. C, F. E. Williams; C. C, S. C. Henderson; V.C, A.H. Waite; P., Galen Spencer; M. A., John Wise; K. of R. & S., F. P. Hurd; M. F., Thoma* Eattaile; M. E., L. C. McCarty; J. G., C. E.Tyler; O. G., Philip Bass. Regular meetings on second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at Castle Hall, corner of Main and Fourth streets. The lodge owns a cemetery lot. which they are taking great pains to ornament, for the interment of their dead.

Endowment Rank, Section oOl. - Organized June, 1S82. Present membership, twenty- two. President, Galen Spencer; secretary and treasurer^ G. B. Young. Concerning this order little need be said, as it has already gained a national reputation. Of Joplin lodge it may be said that it is composed of many of the leading and most worthy business men of Joplin. The regalia and other accouterments are of great beauty and fine quality, and the body is one of the most popular of the secret societies of the city.

Germania Social and Litekary Society. - Organized December 22, 1876. by Henry Leutz, H. Wilhardt, K. J. Winzenburg, and others. Original membership, thirty. First officers were: President, Henry Leutz; vicepresident, S. Landauer; secretary, Henry Wolf; treasurer; William Karbe.

The purposes of the society are social and literary culture and benevolence. Balls, picnics, and other entertainments given by this society are usually brilliant, and are looked forward to by the citizens as events of especial importance. Hall on Main Street, between Second and Third; large and elegantly furnished. Present membership, forty-six. Present officers are: President, William Guengerich; vice-president, H. Geldmacher; secretary, Chris, Guengerich; treasurer, Charles Schifferdecker. Meetings on second and fourth Thursdays of each month.

Knights of Honor. - Joplin Lodge No. 2,812, organized August 17, 1882, by Willard Mason, of Neosho, Newton county, and D. G. J), for Missouri. Charter members, twenty-four. First officers were: J. C. Mason, P. D. ; S. H. Claycomb, D.; J. H. Stephens, V. D.; Henry Carter, A. D. ; Isaac C. Hodson, R.; W. B. Mc An tire, F. R.; N. B. George, treasurer; T. J. Maupin, C; John W". Calvin, guide; Charles T. Williams, G.; William Harlow, S.; W. S. Paul, George Gilligan and Mastin Byler, trustees. Present membership, about twenty. Present officers same as above given, excepting recorder, W. S. Paul, and trustee, Josiah Woolen. Meetings in T. O. O. F. Hall, corner Main and Fourth streets.

Joplin Rifles. - The first military company organized in Joplin under the state laws was the Joplin Rifles. Organization was efi:ected August 5, 1881, by Clark Craycrofr, W. H. Fairbanks, and W. W. Pate. W. W. Pate was commissioned captain; Clark Craycroft, first lieutenant; A. P. Hoyt, second lieutenant. The company was mustered into service September ], 1881, with thirty-seven members. On November 24th, 1882, Lieutenant Clark Craycroft was commissioned captain by Governor Crittendon; Galen Spencer was promoted to first lieutenant, and A. P. Hoyt retained his former position. The company is now armed with the latest improved Springfield rifles, have a magnificent full dress uniform, a beautiful silk banner, presented by the ladies of Joplin, and fine equipments. Present membership, forty. The non-commissioned officers are as follows: M. W. Staftbrd, orderly sergeant; Julius Miller, first sergeant; H. P. Campbell, second sergeant; 32'

Walter Atkinson, third sergeant; Frank Franklin, fourth sergeant; corporals, G. W. Byron and W. 0. Williams; color sergeant, J. B. James; business officers: President, Colonel W. H. Fairbanks; vice-president, Julius Miller; secretary, Captain W. W. Pate; treasurer, George Carson.

American Legion of Honor. - This council so well and favorably known throughout the East was organized in this city June 28, 1881, by Supreme Deputy Commander E. E. Winn of Boston, Massachusetts. Charter members were Dr. Fannie E. Williams, L. M. Johnson, Geo. Orear, Dr. E. D. Flag, Chas. G. Ade, L. A. Short, D. W. M. Gray, B. F. Payton, Francis McFall, and others.

The object of the order is, firsts to unite in a fraternal society for beneficent purposes, all white persons of good moral character who are socially acceptable, and, if for beneficial membership, of sound bodily health, and between eighteen and sixty years of age. Second, to educate its members inorallj' and intellectually, and to establish a fund for the relief of the sick and distressed beneficial members. Third, to establish a beneficial fund, from which, on the satisfactory evidence of the death of a member who has complied with all its lawful requirements, a sum not exceeding $5,000 shall be paid to the famih', orphans, or dependents, as the member may direct. The council is now in a flourishing condition with an increase of membership. Only two have died since the organization was effected. Both held certificates of $2,000, which was paid within thirty days from date of death. The present officers are L. A. Young, commander; Chas. G. Ade, past commander; Fannie E. Williams, secretary; Mrs. Luzetta Lopp, orator; Thos. T. Cofer, collector; Dr. F. D. Owen, treasurer. Meetings are held bimonthly.

The Episcopal Ladies Society. - On February 26th, 1878, a preliminary meeting was held at the residence of Mrs. C. P. Mallet by the ladies of the Episcopal Church, who inaugurated a society to promote social intercourse and advance the financial interests of the church. Every week, since the inauguration of this society, the ladies have met on Friday afternoons at the house of one of the members. These places of meeting are made to occur in regular alphabetical order, and they employ their time in sewing to realize money for the church. These societies are often followed in the evening by a mite social, where innocent amusements are participated in, proving highly enjoyable to those who attend. Some of the most interesting entertainments ever given in the city have been under the management of these ladies. They have also given many festivals which were noted for the elegance and su])erior management displayed. Under the skillful management of the officers the society has attained a prominent place in the annals of Joplin, in its moral and intellectual influence, and has gained the cooperation of some of the most influential citizens who are not members of the Episcopal Church. From a financial and social point of view, this society has been eminently successful and bids fair to go on progressing in the years to corne.

Abbott, J. B., physican and surgeon. Acord, Mrs. M. F., milliner. Allen, A. Y., Eagle Cornice Works. Anderson, A. W., Marble Works. Anderson, W. M., shoemaker.

History Of Jaspek Coukty

Dahill, Thos., prop. Dahill mines. Davis, John, groceries. Darnall, F. M., White Lead-works. Deever, L. J., M. and S. Co. Dennis, I. M., blacksmith. Dennis, W.A.,agt.K.C.,Ft.S. & G.R'y. Dolan, Thos., attorney at law. Doniphan, Joe, barber. Dorsey, Sam, grocer. Downing, M. F., aid. first ward. Dumars, W. A., insurance agent. Dykeman, C. W., grocer.

McAntire, J. W., attorney at law. McAntire, W. B., attorney at law. McCarty, A. B., druggist. McCarty, L. C, druggist. McClelland, T. A., capitalist. McConey, D. C, butcher and packer, McOown, L., groceries. McCormack, Rev. Wm., Catholic Ch. McDaniel C. W., supt. telephone. McGill, Frank, lumber. McGory, J., tailor. McMurtry, Geo., city police. Malang, Joe, shoemaker. Mallett, C. P., livery. Martin, A. R. saloon. Mason, J. C, attorney at law. Matthews, Fred, pro. Pacific House. Maupin, T. J., groceries. Maxwell, W. D., groceries. May, T. R., groceries. Meacham, S. F., physician and surg. Meek, J. R., carpenter. Moffet, E. R., capitalist. Montgomery, C. H., attorney at law. Moore, Mrs., millinery. Morgan, A. J., painter. Morgan, J. B., druggist. Morris, Isaiah, Turkish baths. Molyneux, Ted, book-keeper. Muenning, Geo., Joplin bakery. Murphy, Pat, capitalist.

Eay, G. W., physician and surgeon. Reading, J. S., flour and feed. Redburn, F. M., police justice. Reeves, James, boiler maker. Renzenhausen, H., groceries. RenKenhausen, W., groceries. Rich, Harry, tailor. Rich, Solomon, tailor. Riseling, L., hardware and furniture. Roberts, Mrs. Annie, confectionery. Robertson, James, variety store. Roesch, John, saloon. Rose, E., jeweler. Rothschild, Louis, clothier. Royer, L. S., saloon. Rust, John, market.

Schmierer, G.. wholesale liquors. Schnur, Peter, ed. and -pwh.^N'eios.. Seela, I. N., restaurant. Serage, J. B., livery and feed. Sergeant, J. B., capitalist. Sellars, C, boots and shoes. Sellars, Fred, boots and shoes. Sevier, W. J., L. & Z. Co. Shangle, Rev. H. S., M. E. Ch. South. Shehan, Daniel, city polictman. Shepherd, J. A., lumber. Sherman, A. L., attorney at law. Shipp, F. M., dentist. Short, J. H., physician and surgeon^ Short, L. A., constable. Sherman, M., blacksmith. Simmons, Chas,, cond. Frisco R'y. Sinamaker, Charles, painter. Smith, Charles, market. Smith, Mrs., dressmaker. Spencer, Galen, attorney at law. Spurrier, J, H,, second-hand store. Squire, E. C, H., physician and surg, Stafford, M. W,, postmaster. Stallman, Charles, Frisco R'y. Staples, M,, real estate. Stillwell, A. W., Lone Elm M & S.Co. Stewart, W. J., feed store. Street, Oscar, miner. Sutton, H, C, groceries. Swartz, P, L,, groceries, Swartz, Simon, dry goods and mill'y Swift, E. P., groceries.

City Op Joplin

Walker, T. N., boots and shoes. Webb, B. T., real estate. Webster, Elmer, insurance agent. Weiler, M., Great Western Clothing. Weyland, J., photographer. Wheeler, C. C, phys. and druggist. Wait, A. H., cashier Miners' Bank. White, J.'G., justice of the peace. White, W. Y., wagon and bl'k shop.

J. B. ABBOTT, M. D., physician and surgeon, Joplin, was born at Abbott's Corners, Erie county. New York, Nov. 13, 1843. His father, George W. Abbott, was a native of tlie Empire State, born near Buffalo about the year 1815, and died at Abbott's Corners in the fall of 1841. His mother, Ann C. (Sednor) Abbott, was a native of Yirginia, born in Petersburg in 1815, and died October 10, 1871, at Petroleum Center, Penn. Our subject was raised in the city and therefore had excellent school advantages. When sixteen years of age he entered the University of Buffalo, where he pursued his studies until the breaking out of the war. He then went to Illinois and enlisted as a musician in Company I, Forty-ninth Illinois Infantry Yolunteers, Colonel John A. Davis commanding, and served until hostilities ceased. He participated at Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, Yicksburg, Corinth, Spanish Fort, and many others of importance. He was wounded at Yicksburg and taken prisoner, but was subsequently exchanged. He was mustered out at Baton Rouge, La., as assistant surgeon of the Eighth Illinois Infantry, and shortly afterwards discharged at Springfield, Mc He returned to New York and engaged in the study of medicine, first witli Dr. Depew, then with Dr. C. B. Mottsam, formerly surgeon of the Sixth Michigan Infantry Yolunteers. In 1866 he entered the Buffalo University (medical college) and graduated from that institution in May, 1868. He immediately 3ame west to Kansas, and locating at Lawrence engaged in the practice of his profession with his former preceptor, Mottsam. He also embarked in the drug business. He remained there for a time, then traveled, continuing practice, and came to Joplin in May, 1874. Dr. Abbot was married in Oregon, Illinois, January 29, 1867, to Miss Elizabeth E., daughter of John M. and Elizabeth (Elliott) Snowden, formerly of Pittsburgh, Penn. Mrs. Abbott was born at Pittsburgh, Penn., July 19, 1844. They have three children : Alfred S., born May 23, 1868, at Golden, Mich.; Fred J., born Nov. 11, 1870, in Pentwater, Mich., and Harry C, born in Lawrence, Kan., June 28, 1874. Mrs. Abbott is a member of the M. E. Church. The Doctor, although now afflicted because of exposure during the war, is having a very remunerative practice. He is a member of the state, district, and county medical associations and is universally considered one of the most successful practitioners in the Southwest.

A. V. ALLEN, proprietor of the Eagle Cornice Works, Joplin, was born in Genesee county. New York, Nov. 10. 1835. His parents, Joel and Mirab (Root) Allen were natives of Connecticut. Our subject remained in the county of his nativity until sixteen years of age. His parents then moved to Ohio, locating in Piqua county, and his father, being a mechanic, engaged at his trade. Our subject received a liberal education in the schools of New York and Ohio. He also, during boyhood, worked in the shop with his father. At the age of eighteen he went to California, stopping at Hangtown, where he worked at his trade for nearly two years. Thence to Sacramento, and shortly afterward to Nevada City, same state, where he engaged in mining. Returned to the states in the summer of 1858, and soon after went to Texas, where he engaged on the stage mail-route between Henderson and "Waco, western Texas. Shortly after he disposed of interests there and went to Ohio, then back to St. Louis, and in 1861 he made another trip to California. While out West he did military duty for a time under General Connor, and afterwards engaged in mining in Montana. Returned to the states and engaged in business, first at Piqua, Ohio, tlien at Frankfort, Ken., and later at Omaha, Neb.., where he secured a contract for roofing and heavy sheet iron work on the round houses, machine shops, etc., etc., for the U. P. Railroad. Continued there three years, then returned to Piqua, Ohio. In 1870 he came West again to St. Louis, and engaged in cornice business. Came to Joplin in July, 1872, and established his present business. Mr. Alien was married in Miami county, Ohio, in the fall of 1869, to Miss Elizabeth, daughter of John W. and Delia Gordon, of that county. Mrs. Allen was born in the Buckeye State in 1843. They have one child, William Gordon, born November 12, 1870. Our sub- ject and Mrs. Allen have a splendid home on the corner of Ninth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Business on the corner of First and Main streets. Makes a specialty of cornice work, also manufactures heavy sheet iron and tin wares.

W. R. ATKINSON, M. D., physician and surgeon, was born in Louisiana, March 17, 1826. His father, Richard Atkinson, was a native of England, born in 1780, and died in 1846, His mother was a native of Seville, Spain, who was born in 1801 and died in 1849. When about thirteen years of age, our subject went to New York, where he attended school for about seven years. He then entered the Fourteenth Street medical college, graduating from that institution in the fall of 1853. He commenced the practice of his profession at Louisville, Ky,, but shortly afterward went to Memphis, Tenn, where he practiced for two years. Then he went to Minnesota, locating at St. Paul, and practiced a half decade, after which he practiced at Hudson, Wis., for a time. He then came to Platte county. Mo,, and practiced his profession one year; thence to Jacksonville, Kan,, and practiced two years. He came to Joplin in the spring of 1871, and has since continued here. Dr, Atkinson was married in Marion county. Mo., May 22, 1856, to Miss Nanc}', daughter of Henry Humphrey, of that county. From this union there were five children, Arabella, William, John, Harry, and Fannie. The first three are now deceased. After the death of his first wife he was again married, at Fort Scott, Kan., April 23, 1868, to Miss Adelia, daughter of Joseph Carpenter, of that city. From this union there are three children li ving, Harry Willis, William Richard, and Charles L. Three died in infancy. Mrs. Atkinson is a member of the M. E. Church South. Dr. Atki nson is one of the first physicians of Joplin, both as to date coming here and as to ability as a practitioner.

C. W. BABST, druggist of Joplin, was born in Marion county, Ohio, May 10, 1852. His father, Daniel Babst, a native of the Keystone State, born in Lancaster county. His mother, C atharine (Yost) Babst, of Ohio, wa born in Stark county. They are now living in Akron, Ohio. Subject grew to maturity in the Buckeye State, and was liberally educated in the common schocds and the Roach Institute. He entered the last named institution when 15 years of age, completing his education in June, 1868. He came west to Missouri in 1871, stopping at Carthage. In the fall of 1872 he engaged as clerk for Orner & Shepherd, druggists of that city. Remained there several months and then came to Joplin and continued for the same parties in the same business. He next engaged with Stafford & Murphy, of this city, in the capacity of clerk, and with them remained three years. He then went to Lone Elm and became a partner in the firm of Stafford & Co., continuing for one year, then purchased the entire interest and did business alone until the spring of 1879. Mr. Babst was married in Joplin, to Miss Dora Harland. Mrs. B. was born in Cedar Falls, Iowa. From this union thrre are three children, Lulu, Catharine, and Charles W. Mr. and Mrs. Babst. have a pleasant home on Joplin Street, between Eighth and Ninth, in the most beautiful part of the city. Business on Main Street, between Fifth and Sixth ; carries a full line of the best goods and has everything so neatly arranged that his has been well termed the "Model Drug Store of Joplin.'" Mr. Babst is a man of excellent business qualifications, courteous and obliging. He well deserves the liberal patronage which he is receiving,

CAPT. E. F. BARKER, foreman of the smelting works, S. W. L. & Z., Co., Joplin, Mo., was born in Lincoln county, Maine, March 1, 1843. His parents, Jacob and Anna (Ham) Barker, were also natives of the Pine Tree State. His father was born in 1796 and died in April, 1863. His mother was born in 1800 and died in 1876. Subject grew to maturity in his native state. Was educated in the common schools and the Lewiston academy, at Danville, Maine. When twenty-one years of age he went south to New Orleans and remained there a short time, then to Mobile, Ala. In the spring of 1857 he went to Iowa, locating in Linn county, where he engaged in farming until the breaking out of the war. In the spring of 1861 he enlisted in Company A, Sixth Iowa Infantry, Colonel McDowell commanding, and served until the summer of 1865. He participated in the battles of Shiloh, Cornith, Memphis, in those around Atlanta, at Vicksburg, wiili Sherman on his march to the sea, and in all his subsequent campaigns. Was wounded by a minie ball in Tennessee, the ball entering the left breast, just above the heart and coming out to the right of and beneath the left shoulder blade. Was at that time first lieutenant in command of the company, and after being shot gave command for the company to rise and fire, then relinquished his command, ordering a sergeant to take his placeand retired. He was taken to the hospital where he remained six weeks. He returned to his command at Kenesaw Mountain, and enlisted as a private but was at diflerent times promoted, and after the battle of Jackson Miss., was commissioned captain of Company A. Was mustered out at Louisville, Ky., and discharged at Davenport, Iowa, in the summer of 1865^ and came to Missouri in the spring following, locating at Carthage. Engaged at different occupations for a number of years. Came to Joplin in the winter of 1873-74 and engaged in smelting for about five years. Was then appointed foreman of the smelting works of Richer L. <k Z. Company, and has since held that position. Mr. Barker was married in Carthage in 1872.

J. 0. BARKLEY, grocer, was born in Greene county, Tenn., Feb. 18, 1854. His father, Ebenezer Barkley, was a native of North Carolina, born Dec. 5, 1815, and died in Washington county, Mo., Sept. 20, 1858. Ilis mother, Jane (Shields) Barkley, of Maryland, was born Dec. 27, 1817, and died in this county Dec. 24, 1876. While yet a child our subject was brought to Missouri, and his parents located on a farm in Washington county; there his father died, and shortly after his mother moved to Taylor county, Iowa, locating on a farm near Bedford. There they remained eight years, after which time they moved to Montgomery count}^ Kan., and engaged in farming until 1877. In the fall of that year they came to Jasper county, Mo. One year thereafter he went to Leadville, Col., but returned and commenced mining near this city. He embarked in his present business May 1, 1882, with Mr. J. C. Stacy, and Jan. 1, 1883, purchased his partner's interest, and has since continued alone. Mr. Barkley was married in Joplin, March 23, 1882, to Miss Alice, daughter of John T. and Esther (Cannon) Mosely, of this city. Mrs. B. was born in Lincoln county. Mo., May 14, 1858. He carries a full line of staple and fancy groceries, provisions, feed, etc.

D. P. BLAIR, merchant, was born in Otsego county, N. Y.,Feb. 11,1850. His father, Lester Blair, was also a native of New York, and born in Middletown, Otsego county, in Sept., 1818. His mother, Eliza (Clover) Blair, of the Empire State, was born in Springfield, Otsego county, in May, 1824. They are now living at Chautauqua, N. Y. During infancy our subject was taken by his parents to Chautauqua county where they located on a farm near the noted lake, from which the county derives its name. There he engaged in agricultural pursuits and attended the common schools. When about sixteen years of age he entered the Albany Commercial College, Albany, N. Y., graduating from that institution in the spring of 1867. He returned to Chautauqua and engaged in farming for a time, then in the mercantile business, and afterwards in teaching. He came west in 1870 to Brown viile, Neb., and a little later located at Paola, Kan. He remained there one year, and then went to Prescott, Linn county, and soon after to Arkansas. He came to Joplin in April, 1873, and commenced mining. He embarked in his present business in October, 1880. Mr. Blair was married in Joplin. Mo., March 8, 1877, to Mrs. Nannie P., relict of A. W. Cook, and daughter of I. H. and Malinda E. (McKey) Patton, of this city. Mrs. Blair was born near Crawfordsville, Ind., Sept. 26, 1850. She had one child from her former husband and also one from this union, Berta Randolph, born March 5, 1878. Mr. and Mrs. Blair reside one and a half miles east of Joplin. They have 120 acres of land, well fenced, and forty acres in good cultivation, well watered, good orchard, and an abundance of small fruits. His place of business is on Main Street, between Fifth and Sixth. He carries a full line of furniture and second hand goods. Mr. B. is a man of good business qualification.

J. H. BLACK, superintendent Lone Elm White Lead Works, Joplin, was born in Greenup county, Ky., Aug. 11, 1848. His parents, Henry and Eliza (Bradshaw) Black, were also natives of Kentucky. His father was born Dec. 25, 1818, and died Nov. 25, 1862. His mother was born Jan. 7, 1819, and now resides at Baxter Springs, Kan. When about seven years of age our subject moved with his parents to Atchison county, Kan. There he attended the common schools, receiving a liberal education, and also learned the blacksmith's trade. In the winter of 1863 he enlisted in the Fourth Kansas Battery and served until the close of the war. The principal part of his fighting was with the Indians. He was in Curtis's expedition, and participated in the battle at the headwaters of the Republican River and others. He was mustered out in June, 1865, returned to Kansas, and went to Fort Scott, where for ten years he engaged in mining, working about thirty men. He came to Joplin in the spring of 1875 and -jvent into the employ of Messrs. Moffet & Sergeant, engaging in smelting, and took charge of the entire works as superintendent in Dec, 1880. Mr. Black was married in Fort Scott, Kan., June 1,1873, to Miss S. R., daughter of A. S. and Ellen Humphreys, of that city. Mrs. B. was born in Illinois Dec. 2, 1852. From this union there were jthree children: Howard, born March 9, 1874, in Fort Scott; Cora, born Feb. 9, 1876, and died Feb. 15, 1877, in Joplin; and Gertrude, born May 12, 1880, also in Joplin. Mr. Black is a member of the I. G. G. F. He is a man of extraordinary business qualifications, and it is only just to say that the success of the "experiment" which he has conducted is in no inconsiderable part due to his management.

E. F. BGTKIN, proprietor Botkin's livery, feed, and sale stable, Joplin, was born in Springfield, Ghio, March 7, 1834. His parents, Charles and Dorcas (Tuttle) Botkin, were natives of Virginia. His father was born in 1797, and died in the fall of 1872, in Clark county, Ghio. His mother was born in 1798, and died in the fall of 1877. The subject was raised on a farm, and educated I'berally in the common schools; he engaged in agricultural pursuits until twenty-six years of age, and then commenced railroading, which he followed three years. In April, 1865, he came west, locating in Linn county, Kansas, and, two years later, to Baxter Springs, and for four years engaged in the grocery business. He came to Joplin in 1874, engaged in the livery business, and established a stage line between here -and Baxter Springs. Mr. Botkin was married in Joplin, Dec. 25, 1878, to Mrs. Mary M. Nesbit, daughter of John and Temperance (Sullivan)

McCorinack, of Sparta, 111. Mrs. B. was born in Nashville, Tenn. This union was blessed with one child, Mary D., born Oct. 2, 1880, and died Dec. 25, 1882. Mrs. B. is a member of the M. E. Church. Mr. B. is a member of the A. O. U. W. tResidence and business is on Fourth Street, between Main and Joplin streets.

J. L. BRIGGS, agent of the St. Louis & San Francisco Railroad, Joplin, was born in Adrian, Mich., January 3, 1847. His father, Clark Briggs. is a native of the Bay State, born in 1817. His mother, Eunice (Symonds) Briggs, was born in New York in 1819. They now reside in Vancouver, W. T. At the time of the subject's birth his father was engaged in the state survey of Michigan. In 1848 the family returned to New York, and the father engaged in the lumber business in Allegheny county. There our subject grew to manhood, receiving a liberal education at Wellsville high school, which he attended for a number of years. In December, 1863, he enlisted in Morgan's battery. Second New York Artilery, Captain Berry commanding, and served until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of the Wilderness, Spottsylvania Court-house,. Cold Harbor, Petersburgh, Hatcher's Run, Five Forks, and numerous others of lesser importance; was also present at Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court-house. He was wounded by a bursting shell in front of Petersburgh, and at Cold Harbor was promoted to quartermaster-sergeant; was mustered out at Washington, D. C, July 12, 1865, and returned to New York. Soon after he commenced the study of dentistry at Wellsville, that state, and continued two years. He then entered the Lewisville College, Lewisville, Pa., which he attended for some years. After quitting college he came west to Kansas, and engaged several months with a government surveying party; then went to Lawrence and engaged as book-keeper for the railroad contractors and builders then at work constructing the St. Louis, Lawrence & Denver Railroad, and remained in that position until the completion of the road. In 1871 he began to learn the art of telegraphy at Lawrence, and being an accountant of considerable experience, was rapidly promoted, taking charge of the station at Lawrence in July, 1872, and continued until January, 1874. He then went to Marshfield, Mo., and accepted a similar position, where he remained until August, 1879, and then went to Girard, Kan., and took charge of an office there for two months. He came to Joplin September 28, 1879, and accepted the position which he now holds. Mr. Briggs was married in Marshfield, Mo., Oct. 5, 1881, to Miss Adah Goss, of Marshiield. Mrs. B. was born in Webster county, Mo., Nov. 5, 1860. She is a graduate of the Mt. Holyoke Seminar}', in Massachusetts; she belongs

JAMES BROADLEY, grocer, Joplin, was born in Michigan, Oct. 25, 1844. His parents, Thomas and Sarah (Coats) Broadley, were natives of England. The subject grew to manhood in his native state, receiving a liberal education. When twentj-'-six years of age he went to Indiana, locating near Lagrange, Lagrange count}', where he engaged in farming two years. He then came west to Cherokee county, Kansas, and continued farming and the raising of stock for about eight years. Came to Joplin in the fall of 1878, and mined for several months; then embarked in his present business, with F. A. Allen, under the firm name of Allen 6c Broadley. On Sept. 21, 1882, he purchased the entire interest and has since continued. Mr. Broadley was married in St. Josepli county, Mich., Feb. 20, 1869, to Miss Fannie M., daughter of John and Sarah (Soars) Jarrett. Mrs. B. is a native of the Keystone State, born March 17, 1850. From this union there were two children, one living, Sarah Gertrude, born July 13, 1870, and Charles H., born Nov. 23, 1872, and died May 9, 1873. Mrs. B. is a member of the Baptist Church. Mr. B. is a man of good business qualifications, and may be found on Main Street, between Fifth and Sixth, where he carries a full line of staple and fancy groceries, provision, feed, etc.

ROGER BURGESS, baker and confectioner, Joplin, was born in Cambridgeshire, England* May 8, 1828. His parents, James and Susan (May) Burgess, were also natives of England. His father was born in 1797, and died Aug. 2, 1861. His mother was born in 1799, and died Jan. 3, 1861. The subject grew to manhood in England, and was educated liberally in the English schools. When fourteen years of age he commenced to learn the trade of baker and continued at it until 1846, when his parents moved on a farm and he left the confinement of his trade for the more healthful pursuits of agriculture. Lie immigrated to America in 1851, sailing from Liverpool Oct. 29, on the Yanguard, and after a voyage of about five weeks, arrived at New York City. Came west to Chester county. Pa., and learned the trade of augur-raaker at New London. He went to Wilmington, Del., in 1854, and cotinued in same business for three years. He returned to England in the S])ring of 1857, and for two years engaged in agricultural pursuits; also, was local correspondent of the London Times. Then returned to the United States and came west to Chicago, 111., and shortly after to Kansas, and engaged at farming in Labette county. Came to Joplin in 1881, and engaged in present business. Mr. Burgess was married in Cambridgeshire, England, Dec. 25, 1880, to Miss Sarah, daughter of John and

Marian Beck. Mrs. Burgess was born April 5, 1843. There are troni this union four children: James, born Feb. 27, 1862; John Roger, born Nov. 4, 1863; Arthur W., born Jan. 3, 1869; and Herbert E., born Aug. 31, 1870. While in England Mr. B. was frequently honored with positions of public trust and always proved a worthy and efficient officer. Business on Main Street, between Sixth and Eighth. He is a practical baker of years of experience, also a confectioner.

MARTIN BYLER, blacksmith, Joplin, Mo., was born in Seneca connty, Ohio, June 4, 1842. His parents were natives of Germany. Our subject grew to maturity in the Buckeye State, receiving a liberal education in the common schools. When sixteen he commenced to learn the trade of blacksmith at Attica, Seneca county. He afterwards went to Mansfield same state and engaged at his trade. In the fall of 1861 he enlisted in the First Ohio Independent Battery, Capt. McMullen commanding, and served three years, participated in battles of Antietam, Frederick City and others of lesser importance; mustered out at Martinsburg West Va., and discharged at Oolumbus, Ohio, after which he returned to his home and shortly after went to Sandusky, same state. While there he engaged at his trade, and he subsequently engaged in same business in Meadville, Pa., Huntington, Ind., Decatur and Springfield, 111., Omaha, Neb., Des Moines, Iowa, St. Louis and Sedalia, Mo., Ft. Scott and Baxter Springs, Kansas. At the last named place he remained eight years; came to Joplin in fall of 1877 and engaged :at his trade. Mr. Byler was married at Baxter Springs, Kan., March 20, 1873, to Miss Demoris McQuig, a native of Pennsylvania. Mrs. B. was born Aug. 5, 1853. From their union there are two children. Eddie, born March 10, 1874; Cleo M., born Sept. 30, 1876. Mr. and Mrs. B. have a pleasant home on Joplin Street, between Second and Third. Business on corner -of Joplin and Fourth streets.