Engagement, Wedding, and Anniversary Announcements
1882
January 13, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Tom DALE, of this city, and Miss IRELAND, of Oconee, were united in marriage at the bride's home last week. They arrived in Clinton last Friday, and immediately began housekeeping, Tom having rented a house and furnished it previous to taking unto himself a wife.
From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
DALE, THOMAS C. IRELAND, DORA 01/01/1882 MACON
January 13, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On Thursday afternoon, January 5, at the residence of the bride's parents in this city, Mr. Wm. H. MAGILL, of Clinton, Illinois, and Miss Ollie MADISON, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Madison, were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed by Rev. James Frothingham, pastor of the Presbyterian church, in the presence of a large number of the relatives and friends of the contracting parties.
The bride is an educated and accomplished young lady, and has hosts of admiring friends, by whom she will be greatly missed.
The groom is well and favorably known here, having been engaged in business near this city, until quite recently, for the past year or more. He is a first-class business man and a social, gen… gentleman. Notwithstanding he has taken captive one of our prettiest and most accomplished young ladies, we wish him success, and trust that...may crown the lives of himself and...(About a third of this article is covered by an ink blot.)
Mr. and Mrs. Magill left this city on the evening of their marriage for Rock Island, where they will make a short visit with friends. From thence they will go to Clinton, Illinois, their future home.—Manchester (Iowa) Democrat
January 20, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's brother, in Harp township, on the 19th day of January, 1882, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. William E. HARP and Miss Minnie E. GATCHELL.
January 20, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Willis HORN and Miss Libbie GAMBREL, daughter of Mr. William Gambrel, were married on Thursday evening of last week.
January 27, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Truman C. TAYLOR and Miss Villa COLWELL were united in marriage at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. B. L. Colwell, near this city, on January 26th.
June 30, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—In the city of Clinton, on the 28th day of June, 1882, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Jacob M. BOWMAN and Miss Helena BERRING.
February 1882
Paper Unknown
Clinton, Illinois
Married, at the residence of Joseph Shaffer, near Waynesville, on Sunday, February 19th, by Rev. H.C. Adams, Mr. Joseph SNOOK and Miss Emma MORFORD.
February 1882
Paper Unknown
Clinton, Illinois
Married, on Thursday evening, February 16th, at the residence of James Price, near Waynesville, by Rev. H. C. Adams, Mr. William SHORT to Miss Cora CRIHFIELD and Mr. Guy HAMMITT to Miss Laura CRIHFIELD.
August 11, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Melancthon WAKEFIELD, youngest son of Orin Wakefield, of DeWitt, was married in Chicago on the 1st of August to Miss Ellen NEIGHBOR, a teacher in one of the public schools in Chicago. They will make their home in Cherokee, Iowa. Mr. Wakefield has for a number of years been in the government mail service, being route agent from Sioux City to Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Note: Melancthon was not Orin's youngest son.
September 22, 1882
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois
WILLIAMSON— DAVIS WEDDING.
Married on Wednesday evening, September 20, 1882, at the residence of the bride's father, three miles south of Maroa, Mr. Ellwood WILLIAMSON, of Lodge, Piatt county, and Miss Ollie DAVIS, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Davis, of Macon county, by Rev. E. W. Moore, of Decatur, officiating minister.
The beautiful young bride was arrayed in a rich cashmere, with satin bodice, trimmed with lace and adorned with wreaths and flowers. The handsome groom appeared in a neat suit of black. Immediately after the ceremony the happy pair received the warm congratulations of about seventy-five relatives and invited guests, and enjoyment got loose and roamed at will among the happy lively assemblage. The evening's pleasantries crowned by a magnificent feast of good things prepared for the occasion by the bride's mother, to which ample justice was done by those present. After supper some time was spent in lively conversation and music, when the guests dispersed to their several homes, and the happy couple took a carriage to Decatur, where they boarded the train for a few week's wedding tour in the east. The Register was not specially represented, but was kindly remembered with a liberal supply of delicious samples of the feast, which were greatly appreciated and speedily cared for by The Register force. Nothing so effectually captivates ye printer boy as these little tokens of remembrance. The Register hopes this young couple may realize all the happiness this life can afford; and when they come to its closing scenes that they may dodge the "Grim Monster" and land in heaven without a scratch. Au revoir!
Following is a list of the valuable presents, and the names of the donors:
Gold bracelets — groom to bride
Large mirror — Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Davis
Silver butter dish — Rev. E. W. Moore
1 dozen silver spoons — Mrs. Lucinda Williamson
Glass lamp — Mrs. L. C. Davis
Glass lamp — Mr. J. A. Williamson
Water set — Mr. and Mrs. Milton Colwell
Napkin rings — Charles Canfield
Glass fruit dish and one dozen sauce dishes — Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hartsock
Pickle castor — Mr. and Mrs. Henry Simpson
Silver butter dish — Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Ziegler
Glass fruit dish — Belle Colwell
Silver call bell — Lou Simpson
Silver butter knife — Frank Griffith
Japanese waiter — J. C. Williamson
Set silver knives and forks — Mr. and Mrs. William Chapin
Ottoman — Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Dunkle
Music rack — James R. Hockaday
Silver sugar spoon and china cup and saucer — L. Crocker
Silver mug — James A. Harkrider
Celery dish — Julia V. Baldwin
Silver spoon holder — Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Thrift, Misses Mary and Gracie
Thrift
Silver pickle castor — Messrs. Alonzo and Charlie Thrift
Glass lamp — Mr. and Mrs. E. Hartsock
Tea set — Mr. and Mrs. Henry Flood
Glass fruit dish — Mr. and Mrs. E. Dunkle
Dozen napkins — Mrs. E. Young
Half dozen silver spoons — Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Harkrider
Silver butter knife — P. Helf
Crumb brush and pan — Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Mowry
Linen towels — Mrs. Humphrey
Book mark — Libbie Humphrey
Majolica pitcher — Heston J. Baldwin
Linen napkins — Mrs. Wm. Crawford
Silver salt dishes — Misses Lina and Etta Shorts
Parlor hanging lamp — Mr. and Mrs. F. Davis
Glass bread plate — May Hartsock
Large photograph album — Messrs. Ed., Will. and Chas. Hartsock
Lamp mat — Ellen McCann
November 24, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Last week there was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony Mr. Howard J. WINSLOW and Miss Alice WATSON, daughter of Mr. H. D. Watson. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. W. Faris, of Carlinville, assisted by the Rev. Duncan MacArthur of this city. Mr. and Mrs. Winslow start in life with the sun of prosperity shining upon them, and the hope of THE PUBLIC is that no cloud will ever darken their lives. Howard Winslow is one of the model young farmers of DeWitt county. His life thus far has been an ambition to excel in whatever he turned his attention to. When a scholar in the public school in this city, he fought manfully for three years to win the honor of being the valedictorian of his class, and only failed by a fraction in attaining the coveted honor. The same determination to excel has marked his course on the farm, and today he ranks as one of the most progressive farmers in the county. He has a charming wife, one who is in every way fitted to be the help meet of such a man.
December 1, 1882
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Lycurgus WAKEFIELD, son of Mr. Orin Wakefield, of DeWitt, was married at Sioux City, Iowa, on the 10th of November to Miss Mary HOSKINS, of Sioux City. Mr. Wakefield is a practicing attorney in Pierre, Dakota Territory. The bride is a member of one of the oldest families in Sioux City.
1883
February 9, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Judge J. J. McGRAW may be old in years, his age being seventy-six, but he has as young a heart as any youth of twenty-one. And he proved this last Wednesday morning by quietly going to DeWitt, where he was united in marriage to Mrs. DAVENPORT, a widow lady of Harp township. The bride has passed her threescore years. The old Judge got weary of hotel life. For more than forty years he had sat by his own hearthstone and had a home of his own, and it was rather lonely in the evening of life to sit by the stove of strangers. Then this thing of getting married was constantly before the old gentleman's mind, for scarcely a week passed that he was not called upon to perform the ceremony for someone else. Indeed the Judge is the champion marrier of DeWitt county, for he has united in marriage nearly five hundred couples during his official life. What wonder then that he should catch the fever. May the old Judge and his estimable wife live many years to enjoy each other's society.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
MCGRAW, JOHN J. DAVENPORT, MARY W. (MRS.) 02/07/1883 DE
WITT
February 23, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
John PERRY and Miss Sarah WHEELER were married last Monday at Clinton, and at night the boys gave them a regular old-fashioned charavari.
April 6, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—In the city of Clinton, on the 5th day of April, 1883, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Joseph L. GROVES and Miss Sarah BUCK.
May 18, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. French DeLAND, book-keeper in the DeWitt County National Bank, and Miss Belle, youngest daughter of Mr. Philip WOLF, were united in marriage on last Tuesday morning, the ceremony being performed by Rev. T. I. Coultas, assisted by the Rev. E. A. Hamilton, of Monticello. The wedding was at an early hour in the morning as the young couple took the seven o'clock train for the north, intending to spend a few days among relatives in Storm Lake, Iowa. French and his bride received a number of costly presents from relatives and friends. THE PUBLIC hopes for the young couple a long life of unalloyed bliss and pleasure.
November 2, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Miss Luella F. BORDERS, of this city, was married at Burlington Junction, Mo., on the 17th of October, to Mr. John T. STEWART, of Wellington, Kans. In a notice of the wedding the Wellingtonian has this to say of the bridegroom: "John T. Stewart is recognized as one of the shrewdest and most successful business men of Sumner county, and without knowing anything of the facts, but relying wholly on his judgment, we venture to say that he never made so good an investment as the one foretold by the few words above. We likewise congratulate the fair lady whose fortunes are linked with his, and bid them a hearty welcome among the families of Wellington, and a happy trip on the journey toward life's setting sun. May pleasure, prosperity and good deeds attend them."
November 9, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Geo. B. ARMSTRONG, second son of Mr. William Armstrong, and Miss Maggie ROBEN, daughter of Esquire Roben, of Creek township, were united in marriage on Wednesday evening.
December 28, 1883
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
WEDDING BELLS.
While the Christmas bells were ringing their merry peals in other cities, the wedding bells in Clinton were responding. Less than five months ago Prof. J. W. COULTAS came to Clinton a confirmed old bachelor. He had withstood many a heart siege during his college days and while traveling in Europe and finally capitulated to the charms of one of Clinton's fair daughters. It is said, however, that once these old bachelors get their eyes opened to the true condition of their single misery they become the most ardent of lovers. This must have been our Professor's case, for here he is now a member of the happy army of Benedicts. For the information of our readers who are not of Clinton we will state that Prof. Coultas is the new superintendent of our public schools. The lady to whom he was married is Miss Mary BEATTY, also one of the teachers. The wedding took place at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. I. B. Beatty, on Christmas afternoon and the bridal party left on the afternoon train to Springfield on a brief tour. Next Wednesday they will have to come back home to take up their work in the school-room. THE PUBLIC figuratively places its hands on the heads of the happy couple and gives them its blessing.
About the same hour, a similar happy scene was being enacted at the home of Mr. Henry ZIEGLER, his daughter Martha E. being united in marriage to Mr. William H. HARTSOCK. There was a large company of relatives and friends present to witness the ceremony and enjoy the rich dinner prepared by Mrs. Ziegler. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. George Hartsock, one among the wealthiest farmers of this county. The young couple have known and loved each other for years, and it was a happy thought of the parents to make each other such a Christmas gift. The bridal party left on the evening train on the Central road for St. Louis and other points. May they live long to enjoy each other's love and society, and may their troubles in life be little ones.
1884
January 11, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— In the city of Clinton, on the 9th day of January, 1884, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. John TALLMAN and Miss Clara CRABB.
— On the 1st inst., by Rev. O. B. Thayer, John W. GARRIOTT and Mrs. Emma McCUDDY, all of Clinton. May peace and happiness attend them.
January 11, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. J. O. McLEAN, a popular druggist of this city, was recently married to Miss Florence E. KING, of Cooksville, McLean county. She is the granddaughter of the gentleman who married Mrs. Robbins, the mother of Mr. McLean's first wife. Mr. and Mrs. McLean are at present boarding at the Magill House. His many friends join in congratulating him on his marriage and hope that in drawing a King he had a full flush of hearts.
January 25, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of Miss Mary E. Welch, in the city of Clinton, on the 22d day of January, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. William D. VAN BUSKIRK, of West Virginia, and Miss Lizzie E. PATTERSON, of DeWitt county, Illinois.
February 22, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Samuel A. O'BANION, of Maroa, and Miss Effie M., daughter of Mr. John A. PHARES, were united in marriage at the residence of Mr. Thomas Cackley, in this city, on Wednesday, the Rev. T. I. Coultas officiating. Mr. O'Banion is a printer and expects at an early day to begin the publication of a newspaper at Moawequa, Macon county.
November 21, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
HAPPY HEARTS.
On last Tuesday evening, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends, Mr. James H. ZIEGLER, of Fonda, Iowa, and Miss Fannie B. HICKMAN, daughter of Mrs. B. T. Mitchell, were united in marriage by the Rev. W. A. Hunter, pastor of the Presbyterian Church. Nearly all of the guests bore with them tokens of their affection for the bride and her life partner, and the young couple received a large number of useful and valuable presents with which to begin house-keeping. The groom is the oldest son of Mr. Henry Ziegler and for the past year has been living in Pocahontas county, Iowa, cultivating a farm owned by his father. He has everything prepared for his bride, and the young couple will leave on Monday for their new home. May their future be bright and pleasant is the prayer of their many friends.
(See next article)
November 21, 1884
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At the residence of Mrs. B. T. Mitchell, Tuesday night, Nov. 18, 1884, by Rev. W. A. Hunter, Mr. James H. ZIEGLER, of Fonda, Iowa, to Miss Fannie B. HICKMAN, of Clinton, Illinois.
— At the residence of the bride's parents, in the city of Clinton, on the 16th of November, 1884, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Henry C. PENNINGTON and Miss Amanda J. ARTURBURN.
1885
January 9, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Wilson S. MASON, who went from his home near this city a year or more ago to engage in business in Rockville, Mo., is back here on a visit to his father and mother. Mr. Mason was married on New Year's day at Newcastle, Penn., to Miss Ida May PORTER, of that city. He and his bride will remain here a couple of weeks, when they will go to their home in Rockville. Mr. Mason is the owner of an extensive hardware and lumber business, and till the time of the election was making money. Since then business has been very dull. The Democrats in Missouri are not well pleased with the political change which they helped bring about, and now wish that Blaine had been successful.
January 9, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 30th day of December, 1884, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Joseph SMITH and Miss Alice BLUE.
— At the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 5th day of January, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. John D. PUTMAN and Miss Hannah BEST.
January 30, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— In Clinton, Ill., Wednesday, January 28th, at 8 o'clock, by Rev. W. A. Hunter, Mr. Charles M. MILLS to Miss Addie V. FIELDS, all of Clinton.
— At the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 27th day of January, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Jefferson LONG and Miss Mary A. DELAVOU.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
LONG, JEFFERSON DILLAVOU, MARY A. 01-27-1885 DE
WITT
January 30, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
A quiet wedding took place in this city on Wednesday evening, the principal parties to the event being Mr. Charles MILLS, an employee of the Illinois Central road, and Miss Addie V. FIELDS, of this city. The Rev. W. A. Hunter tied the knot. Several handsome and appropriate presents were given to the bride by relatives and friends.
January 30, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Michael REYNOLDS, a young Irish farmer who lives north of Clinton, was married on last Wednesday, in Springfield, to Miss Maggie REAGAN, of that city. Seven young Irishmen from his neighborhood accompanied Mr. Reynolds to Springfield to attend the wedding. Mr. Reynolds is a prosperous young farmer and had a good home prepared for his bride.
Note: Maggie died eleven months later, after the birth of their first child. (See obituary).
January 30, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—Wednesday, January 21, at the bride's home, Mr. J. WELCHEIMER and Miss Anna DENNISON. We wish the happy couple much joy and success.
February 6, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At Clinton, Illinois, February 5th, 1885, by R. P. McHenry, J. P., Albert BAKER, of McLean county, Ill., and Miss Mary GATES, of Waynesville, Ill.
— At the Magill House, in the city of Clinton, on February 3, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Drury MARTIN and Miss Annie GASOWAY, all of Logan county.
February 13, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—On Wednesday, February 11th, at the residence of the bride's parents, by G. W. Read, Mr. James DOWNING and Miss Belle PARLIER. After the usual congratulations the guests partook of a bountiful repast, which had been prepared for the occasion. Presents were numerous.
February 20, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's father, in the city of Clinton, on the 17th of February, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Harry D. RICHARDS and Miss Ella LESTER.
February 27, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On last Wednesday evening, at the residence of Mr. J. H. Conklin, the Rev. W. A. Hunter united Mr. Albert W. RUNDLE and Miss Annie FITZSIMMONS in the holy bonds of matrimony. The wedding was a quiet affair, only the immediate friends of the bride and groom being present. A number of valuable and useful presents were given to the young couple to assist in decorating their new home. Mr. Rundle is an industrious young man, has good habits, and will make an excellent husband.
February 27, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on Wednesday, February 25th, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Wm. MEACHAM and Miss Cora DAVIDSON, all of DeWitt county.
— At the Robbins' house, DeWitt, Illinois, by Rev. G. W. Kling, pastor of the M. E. Church, on Tuesday, February 24th, 1885, Mr. Charles HALL and Mrs. Mary J. WALTON, all of DeWitt.
--------------------February 27, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Robbins went to DeWitt Tuesday to attend the marriage ceremony of Chas. HALL and Mrs. WALTON. The ceremony took place at the residence of D. F. Robbins. Several of the notables of the town were present. Dr. J. H. Tyler and lady stood up with the bride and groom. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Kling, pastor of the M. E. Church. After the ceremony they repaired to the parlor and received the usual congratulations and some handsome presents, after which the DeWitt cornet band played some of its finest selections. Mr. Hall put up to the boys and all had a very pleasant time.
February 27, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's mother, two miles west of Weldon on Thursday evening, February 19th, by Rev. A. H. Widney, Mr. Samuel L. GANS, of Creek township, and Miss Belle BARCLAY, of Nixon.
March 20, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—By the Rev. G. W. Read, on Thursday night, at the M. E. parsonage, Mr. John SENIFF to Miss Martha GAREE.
May 22, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Charles HAMMOND, a clerk in Sackett's grocery, was married yesterday at Delavan to Miss Mary WAITFIELD.
June 5, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
PHARES— SAWYER.
The great society event of this week was the marriage of Miss Cora, daughter of Abner R. PHARES, to Mr. Henry SAWYER, of Chicago. About one hundred and fifty guests were assembled at Mr. Phares' residence, and at half-past eight o'clock Dr. Villars performed the ceremony which joined two happy hearts together in wedlock. Miss Hattie Phares and Miss Maude Lisenby attended the bride and groom. Standing in the end of the long sitting room, the nuptial party made a pleasing picture. Full of love and hope for the future, the bride and groom have a pleasant prospect in life. If good wishes will bring happiness, then Mr. and Mrs. Sawyer's pathway through life will be strewn with roses.
The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Phares, and is an amiable and accomplished lady. Formerly she was a teacher in the public schools in this city. Seven years ago Mr. Henry Sawyer came to this city and engaged in the grocery business with his father, under the firm name of Sawyer & Son. They prospered here, but the old gentleman sighed to return to the friends and neighbors of his youth, so the firm disposed of their business and retuned to their old home in the northern part of this state. Henry went to Chicago and entered the wholesale grocery house of Harmon, Merriman & Co., where he has since held a responsible position. But he did not forget the "girl he left behind him" in Clinton, and for more than six years they corresponded, with occasional visits to Clinton by Henry. The boy and girl love of seven years ago was consummated last Wednesday evening. May happiness and prosperity be their portion in this life.
The list of presents was costly and handsome, and will be souvenirs in after life of the good feeling of friends in Clinton. The bridal party left on the midnight train for Geneseo, the home of Mr. Sawyer's parents, where they will remain a few days, and then make their home in Chicago.
June 19, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Elmer NIXON and Miss Lida LAFFERTY were married last week at El Dorado, Kansas, and last Saturday came back to make their home in this county. Elmer is a son of the late George Nixon.
At this point they started numbering the marriages that were published in the paper.
June 26, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
No. 450. Married, at the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 22d day of June, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Albert A. NELSON and Miss Melissa C. FORD, all of the town of Santa Anna, DeWitt county, Illinois.
August 7, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mrs. M. J. SWEARINGEN, of Long Point, was married to Mr. John CARSON, of Eureka, Ill., at Clinton, last Thursday night, by Eld. Heney [?]. They departed for their home Monday morning.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
CARSON, JOHN SWEARINGEN, MARY J. (MRS.) 07/30/1885 DE
WITT
September 11, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. William A. HAINES, son of O. P. Haines, of Texas township, and Miss Lucy MILLER, daughter of Mr. F. W. Miller, of Decatur, were united in marriage at the residence of the bride's parents, on the 3d of September. Over one hundred guests were present, and many of them made the newly married couple a number of valuable presents. Mr. Haines is inspector of pumps and bridges on the Wabash road.
October 30, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
No. 462. Married, at the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 27th day of October, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Solomon TUGGLE and Mrs. Clara L. TALLMON, all of Harp township, DeWitt County, Illinois.
No. 463. Married, at the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 27th day of October, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. John J. SESSIONS and Miss Mary FOSTER, all of DeWitt county, Illinois.
No. 464. Married, at the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 28th day of October, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. David WEST and Miss Susan DILLOW, all of DeWitt County, Illinois.
November 27, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
THE BRIDEGROOM GOT LEFT.
Patrick T. KEATING, a young Irish farmer from Wapella township, went to Decatur last Tuesday, where he was married to Miss Mary E. KEARNEY, the ceremony being performed in the Catholic Church. After a grand dinner, which was prepared specially at a hotel for the bridal party, Pat and his bride went to the depot to take the afternoon train for Wapella, and after seating his new wife in the coach he went out to attend to the checking of their baggage. Before Pat knew it the train pulled out, and there he was in the middle of the track with the train and his bride rapidly passing out of sight. What a predicament for a newly married man! Pat yelled till he was hoarse and wildly waved his hat at the receding train, but all to no purpose. The poor fellow was completely broken up at the thought that he must remain in Decatur till midnight, but the light-hearted friends of the bride only laughed at his calamity. The last he saw of his fair bride was her face peering out of the end window of the car as the train turned on the curve leading out of the city. In reply to a questioner who, had watched his actions as to where he was going, Pat replied: "Going! I'm not going at all. Here I am while that devil of a train has carried off me new wife." When the train reached Wapella there was a large number of friends at the depot to welcome Pat and his wife, but so far as Pat was concerned they had to put off that part of the reception till the arrival of the passenger train from the south at half-one on Thursday morning.
December 11, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Miss Lizzie PHILLIPS, formerly of this city, and niece of the Hon. Wm. Bishop, was married at the residence of her sister, in Kansas City, on last Wednesday, to Mr. Jack CUMMINGS, of Chicago. Mr. Cummings is a jeweler by trade and works for one of the leading firms in Chicago. Miss Nellie Magill and Miss Grace Bishop went to Kansas City last Monday to be present at the wedding.
December 18, 1885
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of John J. McGraw, in the city of Clinton, on the 15th day of December, 1885, by John J. McGraw, J. P., Mr. Ralph HAUX and Miss Laura S. WILLIAMS.
1886
November 11, 1886
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Dr. Thad. KIRK wisely concluded that it was not well for man, especially a doctor, to live alone in this world, so he looked over the borders from Minnesota into Wisconsin and there saw one who would make a loving helpmeet to him in his journey through life. The St. James (Minn.) Journal tells the rest of the story: Dr. Kirk left for Milwaukee, Wis., on Tuesday, and on Thursday afternoon was married to Miss Annie E. CLINTON, daughter of Geo. Clinton, brother of Mrs. G. H. Herrick, of this place. The Dr. had arranged to visit his home in Illinois before returning here, but Dr. Bacon being sick and unable to attend to professional calls would leave St. James too long without a physician at a time when there was considerable sickness in this section, and an immediate return was necessary. The young couple arrived in St. James last evening, and in a few days more will be ensconced in their new house, recently finished. In the list of presents from relatives and friends was a handsome assortment of furniture from the bride's parents, which arrived last week. The Dr. has hosts of warm friends here, and one and all wish him and his bride a long life of happiness.
November 19, 1886
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On Tuesday evening, November 9, at Los Angeles, California, Miss Lizzie EATON, of this city, was united in marriage to Mr. Sherman HAMMOND. Mr. Hammond was in the railway mail service under President Arthur's administration, but was retired in order to make room for a Democrat. He now holds a responsible position in one of the leading banks in Los Angeles.
December 3, 1886
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
The Rev. Calvin TALBOT, who during the past year was pastor of the Methodist Protestant congregation that worshipped at Prairie Centre, north-east of this city, found time during his pastoral labors to fall in love and court one of the fair members of his congregation. Mr. Talbot is now stationed at Foosland, but on the 30th of November he came to Clinton and by the Rev. W. A. Hunter was united in marriage to Miss Rhoda TORBERT, daughter of Mr. C. P. Torbert, a wealthy farmer of Harp township. During his ministry Mr. Talbot has proven himself a faithful and zealous worker in his chosen profession. THE PUBLIC wishes the young couple a life of real joy and usefulness.
1887
January 7, 1887
Atlanta Argus
Clinton, Illinois
Waynesville News.
Married at the residence of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas TAYLOR, on Wednesday, December 29, 1886, at five o'clock p.m., Miss Minnie TAYLOR and Sherman BUCK, son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvertus BUCK of Waynesville.
The bride was dressed in an elegant ottoman and velvet dress. After the ceremony was performed by Rev. Dixon, they were presented with the following valuable and ornamental presents: Clock by his father; set of china dishes by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Taylor; Set of chairs by Mr. and Mrs. Dan Stevens; set of goblets and pair of towels by Wm. Reeves and wife; water set from J. B. Reeves; set of cups and saucers by Jos. Baker and wife; same R. H. Baker and wife; spice box by F.M. Srout and wife; dozen napkins, W. J. Rayner and wife; sugar bowl, Hattie Baker; fruit dish, J. W. Baker; same and set goblets, O. Samuels and wife; honey dish, Mrs. I. N. Morford; caster fruit dish and set goblets, Mr. and Mrs. Ellington; picture and frame, S. H. Cunningham; dressing case, Cade Brown; water set, Joe Greenly; axe handle, Thomas Taylor.
There were about 50 relatives and friends present. After the presentation of the presents, the guests did ample justice to an elegant supper which was in waiting. The next day, an infair was held at the residence of the groom’s parents, where an elegant dinner was prepared by a number of friends and relatives. We wish the couple a long and happy life!
January 14, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
From a Kansas City daily we learn that Ellwood S. HUTCHIN, formerly of this city, and Miss Emma S. PARKE, a prominent young society lady of Kansas City, were united in marriage, on the 29th of December, at the home of the bride's parents. Among the guests present were Miss Minnie and Mr. I. W. Hutchin, brother and sister of Ellwood.
January 14, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Sixty-three years ago, on the 12th of January, James FACKRELL and Maria CHAPPEL were united in marriage in the city of Bath, England. The old folks have been residents of this city for a number of years, and the old man is still able to make a living for himself and wife.
January 21, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
HEAR THE MERRY WEDDING BELLS.
The marriage of Mr. J. Edwin HARTSOCK and Miss Minnie WELD, which occurred yesterday evening [Jan. 20, 1887] at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Weld, was an occasion long to be remembered, not only by the bride and groom, but also by the one hundred and fifty guests who were so pleasantly entertained. The ceremony was performed at five o'clock by the Rev. W. A. Hunter, using the beautiful ritual of the Presbyterian Church, and in his solicitous prayer that the Good Father would shower upon the bride and groom life's sweetest blessings and purest happiness, and their journey hand in hand, not only through this world but through the eternities might be one of joy and peace and love and beauty, he expressed the desire and hope of all.
The bride has ever been admired and loved by a large circle of friends on account of her beauty, generous heart impulses, and nobleness of character, and it is needless to say she never looked more lovely than on this occasion in her rich attire of white mull, lace and orange blossoms.
The groom is well known in DeWitt county, having lived in Creek township almost his entire life. He belongs to an honorable and wealthy family, and is a young man of good habits, substantial education, strength of character, and is said to be in every way worthy of the prize he has secured.
Among the guests from abroad were Mr. and Mrs. Chapin of DeLand; Mr. and Mrs. Cal. Williamson, of White Heath; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Williamson, of Lodge; Mr. Simpson and son, of Rantoul. Presents to the value of several hundred dollars were received, some coming from friends and relatives residing in Boston, Minneapolis, Beaver Dam and California.
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Weld never entertained more pleasantly and hospitably than on this occasion. The supper was superb in every way. The occasion taken all in all, was one of mirth, joy and gladness. THE PUBLIC extends salutations to the bride and groom, and blends its wish with the hundreds of others for their prosperity and happiness.
Note: James Edwin HARTSOCK was the son of George and Emily (JAMES) HARTSOCK.
February 4, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's parents, in Logan county, on last Sunday evening, Ed MARVEL and Miss Clara BARR. Mr. Marvel is a prosperous young man, surrounded by a host of friends in the community in which he lives, and is well deserving of his fair bride. We wish them happiness and prosperity as they go hand in hand along the pathway of life, and be crowned with success in the end.
February 4, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
WAPELLA.
Dennis POWERS was married to Miss Annie TOOHILL, Wednesday morning, in the Catholic Church, Rev. O'Callahan officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Pat Toohill.
February 18, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
The wedding of Dr. J. C. MYERS to Miss Ada THORP, of Wapella, occurred on Tuesday, the 15th inst., at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. S. M. Thorp, a prominent farmer near Wapella. It was an affair in full accord with the recent phase of fashionable taste, unostentatious. The ceremony was witnessed by a small escort of the Doctor's family relatives and one or two friends, and friends with relatives of the young lady. Her trousseau was of the richest kind, and at twelve o'clock noon, as she entered the parlor, touching the arm of the Doctor and bearing a beautiful white lily wreathed in similax, one would readily say there was no exaggeration of her charms and graces. Rev. A. T. Orr officiated and talked pleasantly to the company, after which the guests withdrew to the table, laden with a profusion of daintiest of all the seasons. The presents were numerous and elegant, among them a beautiful ring mounted with a crescent set containing five diamonds, the gift of Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Myers. The Doctor came to DeWitt county six years ago, and by business ability and attainment has rapidly widened the circle of his friends. This event is a fitting climax to his prosperity and that of his young wife in her suitable choice. The reception at home was limited mostly to the members of the families. The supper evidenced every refinement of the culinary and decorative art known to such select occasions.
February 25, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the home of the bride's parents, in Clinton, Mr. Kimton S. BROWN and Miss Minnie I. OAKFORD were united in marriage by Rev. P. Reynolds, pastor of the Baptist Church on Wednesday evening. The occasion was a very pleasant one. The party was not large, as only the immediate relatives and a few of the most intimate friends were invited. The presents were generous and elegant. The supper was excellent, and all present enjoyed the occasion very much. We believe we echo the sentiment of all the friends of this young couple when we wish them a long and prosperous life.
March 11, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Wednesday evening, March 9th, 1887, Mr. Curtis HALL and Miss Matilda JENKINS both of Barnett township, were united in marriage by Rev. W. A. Hunter at the home of the bride's father. Mr. James Jenkins. A pleasant company of friends and neighbors gathered to witness the event, and brought many handsome presents as proof of their kindly feelings and good wishes.
March 18, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Ole LARSEN, of Chicago, was married Wednesday evening, March 16, by Rev. W. A. Hunter, to Miss Freddie ANDERSON, at the bride's home in Texas township.
April 29, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
A family gathering was held at James Cook's last Saturday, April 16. Mr. and Mrs. COOK were married October 13, 1886 [1836], but circumstances prevented the celebration of their fiftieth anniversary. They went to housekeeping (in a house on the place now owned by James Thompson, which has since burned down) April 20, 1837, and the gathering of the family was to commemorate the event. Mr. and Mrs. Cook relate many interesting reminiscences of their early life. He came to this country in '33, went back after a year, and soon returned with nine families, including that of Campbell Wakefield, of Heyworth. Nearly all of these settled in Randolph's Grove.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
COOK, JAMES ISHAM, POLLY ANN 10/13/1836 MC
LEAN
May 6, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the Baptist Church, in Clinton, May 1, 1887, by Rev. P. Reynolds, Mr. B. Frank HILL, of Clinton, to Miss Effie V. KETCHUM, of Turner, Ill.
May 27, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On May 4th occurred the marriage of Mr. E. B. PALMER and Miss Eva C. CRISINGER, both of Pierre, Dak. They left for Denver, Col., on their wedding tour.
May 27, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
But one marriage license was issued this week from the county clerk's office, and that was to G. A. STEELE, aged forty-seven years, and Miss Agnes SWEARINGEN, aged seventeen years.
September 9, 1887
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
The wedding of Mr. I. J. ATCHISON and Miss Vina GAMBREL occurred at the residence of the bride's parents Thursday evening of last week [Sept. 1] at six o'clock. Rev. S. G. Ferree pronounced the impressive words which united them for life, in the presence of a large company, made up almost exclusively of the numerous family connections of the bride and groom. A fine supper was enjoyed by all present. An infair was held at Walker Atchison's on Friday evening which was attended by the friends of the young people, of whom they have a host. The young couple will have plain sailing on the matrimonial sea if the wishes of their friends have anything to do with it. They received many useful and handsome gifts.— Waynesville Record
From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
ATCHISON, T. J. GAMBRELL, LAURA 09/01/1887
DeWITT
1888
January 27, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
ORANGE BLOSSOMS.
At the residence of Mr. Edwin Weld, on last Sunday evening, Mr. Ned PALMER, of Herrington, Kansas, and Mrs. Libbie MEGGUIER were united in marriage. The bride is the niece of Mrs. Edwin Weld and is well known as a former resident of Clinton. The invited guests were handsomely entertained by Mrs. Weld. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer were the recipients of a number of elegant presents from the relatives of the bride. The bridal party left Clinton on Tuesday for their future home in Herrington, Kansas. Mrs. Palmer's many friends unite in wishing for her a life of happiness in her new relation.
March 2, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's parents, near Chestnut, Ill., March 1st, by Rev. D. Mac Arthur, Mr. Preston D. WAKELAND and Miss Ida A. CLOUSE, both of Chestnut.
March 23, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of Mr. John Sullivan, at the Campbell farm, near the fair grounds, Mrs. Zolia BROWN, of Mt. Eden, Kentucky, was married to Mr. John T. SPRAGUE last Sunday evening. The wedding was an unostentatious one, but in every sense most pleasing to the twenty-five or more select guests who partook of the sumptuous feast provided by the host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan. The party was treated to some excellent vocal and instrumental solos by Miss Stella Bowles, of Prof. Mueller's Academy of Music, Bloomington. Parson Hite, of the Christian church, officiated.
November 9, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.— At the Catholic Church in Wapella Thursday, October 25, by the Rev. Father Corley, Mr. John STOKES and Miss Maggie LEARY, both of Wapella. They received a number of valuable presents.
November 9, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Mr. Samuel S. MIDDLETON and Miss Lulu F. CACKLEY were married Wednesday evening, November 7, in the study of the Presbyterian Church, by Rev. W. A. Hunter.
December 14, 1888
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
HUGHES—ARGO WEDDING.
Yesterday evening a number of guests and family friends collected at the residence of Mr. E. G. ARGO to witness the marriage of his daughter, Miss Florence, to Mr. Perry HUGHES, of the Register. At eight o'clock Mr. Hughes entered the front parlor with his bride, attired with becoming simplicity in a rich dress of green broadcloth, on the left breast of which shone an artistic bouquet of varied tints, when the Rev. W. A. Hunter, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church, in his graceful and popular manner, pronounced the ceremony and solemnly closed it with prayer. The family relatives presented their congratulations. Then a number of venerable single gentlemen who had for years known and associated with Mr. Hughes came next, and in mournful but unselfish words poured into the ear of their now benedictine friend their good wishes as he stood in a faultless suit of black beside his beautiful bride. Supper came next and it was a feast that would tempt the fastidious gourmand of a hundred banquets at Delmonico's. Mrs. Argo secured the professional services of Mrs. Brooks, who is a known adept in the culinary art, and Manny afterward passed around the cigars. A social chat was indulged by the young lady friends of the bride with the gentlemen present until a late hour, when Mr. Hughes and wife took the midnight train for Chicago to visit St. Paul, Minneapolis, and other places north, before returning. There were many presents— fruit stands, casters, books, fine articles of furniture, etc.
1889
January 4, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
McGRAW—JEFFREY WEDDING.
Yesterday at high noon Mr. Charles JEFFREY, second son of Mr. Aurelius Jeffrey, and Miss Lulu, eldest daughter of Captain and Mrs. McGRAW, were united in marriage in the presence of a large company of relatives and invited guests. At twelve o'clock Miss VanLue played Mendelssohn's Wedding March, to the delightful strains of which the handsome young bride and groom marched to the center of the family sitting room, where Eld. Young, pastor of the Christian Church, was in readiness to receive them. The Elder preceded the marriage service with a beautiful tribute to the marriage relation, which was substantially as follows:
"The loves that make memory delightful and home beautiful are those which form the sunlight and radiance of our earth-life. These blend young hearts in blissful unity and form new altars around which shall cluster the holiest happiness and sympathies of `Home Sweet Home!' Love is the sun of life; most beautiful in the morning and evening, but warmest at noon. To be true, Love must be eternal as God himself. The affection that links husband and wife together is too holy for levity. It is pleasant to contemplate the associations clustering around the wedding day. It is the happiest hour of human life and breaks upon the young heart like a gentle spring upon the flowers of earth. It is the heart's hour, full of promise and rich contemplation, as if `clad in the beauty of a thousand stars!'
"Matrimony is ordained of God. The first pair issued from the ambrosial groves of Eden and the family has ever been among the happiest and best institutions."
After which he pronounced the ceremony which made two loving young hearts one for the battle of life.
More than one hundred guests were present and we might safely say that nearly one-half of them were family connections of the bride. After the ceremony the guests sat down to an elegant luncheon, prepared by the mother of the bride. The presents were both useful and costly, one of them being a little sack containing $500 in gold from Mr. Jeffrey to his son. The bridal party left in the afternoon for Springfield, from whence they will take a more extended trip. Mr. Charles Jeffrey is studying dentistry, which profession he intends to follow.
January 11, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.— At Danville, Illinois, January the 6th, at 7 p.m., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Boyer, 103 W. Harrison St., Mr. Edward RICHARDS and Miss Blanche LESCH, both of Weldon. Rev. Henry Funk officiated. After the ceremony the happy couple repaired to their newly furnished home at 120 N. Jackson St. We are indebted to Rev. Henry Funk for the above item. We have been informed that Mr. Richards and his brother-in-law, Mr. Boyer, intend to run a butcher shop in Danville. May the young couple who have taken upon themselves the marriage vows have a long and prosperous journey through life.
March 15, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
J. W. GILLESPIE and Miss Emma COOK were married at the residence of the bride's parents Sunday evening March 10. He is a prominent young farmer of South Prairie.
March 22, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On Wednesday morning of this week there was a quiet wedding at the residence of Mr. Emmett Kent, there being present only the members of the family and a few of the bride's most intimate young lady friends. Mr. Benjamin MARTIN, of Logansport, Ind., and Miss Augusta KENT, second daughter of Mr. Emmett Kent, were united in marriage, the Rev. W. A. Hunter officiating. Mr. Martin is a stranger to Clinton people. He is a bright, active young man, and is engaged in the jewelry business in Logansport. But of Miss Gussie, now Mrs. Martin, it is different, for everybody in Clinton has known her from childhood as a pleasant young lady and as a general favorite. She will be missed by her friends. All unite in wishing her lifelong happiness. Her young friends remembered her with many tokens of their love, which will adorn her new home in Logansport.
June 7, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of the bride's mother in this city, yesterday afternoon, at half-past one o'clock, Lewis H. HUNTER, D. D. S., and Miss Mattie B. RUCKER were united in marriage, the ceremony being performed by the bride's uncle, the Rev. James C. Rucker, assisted by the Rev. Charles A. Crane. The invited guests were the intimate friends and relatives of both families. Among the guests from abroad were Mr. and Mrs. James Butterworth, of Wapella; Miss Nellie Blake, of Lincoln; Miss Rose McGowan, of Bloomington; Mrs. Rose Appleton, of Chicago; and Miss Forden and Mr. Forden, of Sangamon county. After the ceremony an elegant lunch was served. Dr. and Mrs. Hunter left on the afternoon train for Chicago. They received a number of handsome presidents [presents] from their friends. The bride was presented with a fine silver toilet set by the members of the Knights of Pythias, of which order the doctor is a member. Surely, now, she will never grumble when the doctor stays out late at night at a lodge meeting.
October 18, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of Mr. J. B. F. Brown, the bride's father, on Center street, Clinton, October 17, 1889, 8 p.m., Mr. Frank E. HENSON and Miss Grace Mabel BROWN were married by W. B. Young, pastor Christian Church.
October 18, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At the Methodist parsonage, October 16th, by the Rev. Horace Reed, Mr. Oliver WALDEN and Miss Cora JOHNSON, both of Solomon, Ills.
— October 17th, at the Methodist parsonage, by Rev. Horace Reed, Mr. Douglas YEAKEL and Miss Ella ARMSTRONG, both of Waynesville, Ills.
November 1, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.
— At the residence of J. C. Thurber, by Austin J. Richey, Esq., October 24, 1889, Mr. James A. LANE to Miss Mary E. THURBER.
— At the Methodist Parsonage, October 26, by Rev. Horace Reed, Mr. Charles H. BLYE, of Urbana, Ill., to Miss Catharine WHITE, of New Holland, Ill.
November 1, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
On Monday night as Mr. and Mrs. McHUGH were about to retire for the night, about forty couples drove up to his house and paid him a visit, and reminded them that they had been married just five years. Eld. Murray, on behalf of the friends present, presented them with a center-table. They never having been blessed with any children, some of the company had a rag doll with a squirrel’s tail for hair, and presented it to Dell and named it Jimmie for short.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
MCHUGH, DELL HUME, SELIA ELTON
10/28/1884 DE WITT
December 13, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
MARRIED.—At the residence of the bride's parent, three miles south of Weldon, December 11th, by the Rev. H. W. Trueblood, Mr. James M. BIRD and Miss Ella P. CRISMAN. The ceremony was witnessed by sixty persons. An elegant repast was served. The couple will depart in a few days for Wilcox, Nebraska, where they will reside.
December 13, 1889
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of Mr. Reuben SACKETT, last evening, his youngest daughter Mame was united in marriage to Mr. Will A. GOLZE, the Rev. Dr. Reed officiating. There were about fifty guests present, principally the young friends of the bride and groom, and the list of presents were both unique and serviceable. The young couple left on the train this morning for a short bridal tour. The bride is one of Clinton's fairest daughters and will make an excellent wife, for she had the benefit of excellent training under her practical mother. Mr. Golze has been in the employ of the Illinois Central as telegraph operator for the past six or seven years and is an expert at his business. He is a young man of unexceptionable character and habits. The blessing of their friends be with them in the journey of life.
1890
January 3, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the home of the bride's mother in Creek township, on New Year's eve, the Rev. W. A. Hunter united David BARCLAY and Miss Mary, daughter of the late Benjamin MILLER, in the holy bonds of matrimony. The bride is a highly cultured young lady and was the belle of Creek township. Mr. Barclay is a young lawyer in this city and has the respect and confidence of the members of his profession. David always gave the impression that he was not to be caught by any young lady, and indeed his friends and associates were grieved to find that he was so incorrigible, but little did they know that he was fast in the clutches of Cupid and that time would tell the story. At last the young man has thrown off the mask and his Benedict friends greet his entrance into the happy family.
January 10, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Washington Bailey, near Leroy, on the evening of January 4th, occurred the marriage of their youngest daughter, Miss Emma BAILEY, to Mr. Charles VANCE. The ceremony was celebrated by J. W. Boygess, Pastor of the U. B. Church.
January 31, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
Harry L. OAKFORD, who formerly lived in this city and attended the public school, is now living in Griswold, Iowa, and is clerking in one of the leading clothing stores in that town. Harry fell in love with Miss Flora, the eldest daughter of Dr. J. B. MARTIN, one of the leading physicians of Griswold, and the happy couple were united in marriage on the 15th of January. The Griswold Herald gives Harry and his bride quite a complimentary notice. They went to Omaha on a visit to Harry's parents.
February 14, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of the bride's parents in Mahomet, Ill., Mr. William O. HENSON, oldest son of Sheriff H. C. Henson, of this city, was united in marriage on Lincoln's birthday, February 12th, to Miss Nora, daughter of Mr. W. H. McCRACKEN. The ceremony was performed at half-past six o'clock in the evening, after which the large number of invited guests partook of a sumptuous feast. The bride was the recipient of many valuable presents. The young couple are expected to arrive in this city this afternoon. The groom is a member of the Sons of Veterans in this city.
Friday, April 18, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
PAST THE FIFTHIETH MILE-STONE OF WEDDED LIFE.
On Wednesday, April 9th, a goodly number of the friends and relatives of Isam HARROLD and wife gathered at their residence, near Wapella, with baskets filled to overflowing to remind the good old folks that they had been married just half a century. They were taken completely by surprise, as their children had intended. As the morning was very unfavorable many of the friends were kept away. The number present, however, was about sixty.
Among the relatives from abroad were Mrs. Nancy Seuver, of Warren county; Mrs. Martha Ellis and Mrs. Rittie Nolan, of Sangamon county; Mrs. Mary Winston and Mr. Thomas Simpson, of Champaign county; Mrs. Dr. Fisher, of LeRoy; Mr. and Mrs. John Spinning, of Bloomington; Mrs. Sallie Lane, of Lane Station; and Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Farris, of Logan county. Their children, five daughters and one son, were all present,
together with their grandchildren, numbering sixteen.
After all present had done justice to the bountiful dinner, the old folks were made the recipients of many useful and valuable presents, among which was an elegant gold-headed cane for the father and a beautiful gold ring for the mother, given by the children. Mr. Harrold, or Uncle Isam as he is familiarly called, said the old hickory cane he has been using so long would look very common place beside the new one.
The writer had the pleasure of meeting on that occasion Uncle Billy East, the oldest man in DeWitt county, now almost ninety-one, hale and hearty, and retaining all his faculties. He gave us many reminiscences of the early days in Illinois.
These are occasions that we very rarely are permitted to enjoy, and the day passed so pleasantly that we were loath to leave for our respective homes, but after many good wishes for the future welfare of the old folks, and many hand shakings with friends, the company separated.
These two old people were brought together in early life by the great tide of immigration from widely separated birth-places. Mr. Harrold was born in North Carolina, in 1815; going from there with his parents to Virginia, then to Indiana, and from there to Illinois in 1833, settling near Waynesville. Soon after, his father died, leaving his mother with a family of nine children, four of whom are living. The oldest brother, James Harrold, lives near Hume, Missouri, and the youngest, Eli Harrold, near his brother Isam, and the sister in Pomona, California. Mr. Harrold can give many interesting accounts of the hardships they had to endure in the early settlement of Illinois.
Mrs. Harrold was born in the sunny South, in Washington county, Tennessee, in 1819, but soon moved with her parents to Kentucky. When eleven years of age, the family moved to Illinois, stopping the first winter near Springfield, coming the following spring to DeWitt County. Mrs. Harrold's maiden name was Lisenby, and she belongs to that large family so well known in this county. She can recall many tales of suffering endured by the first settlers of that part of Illinois known as salt creek. The meal for their bread was made by pounding the corn
with a mortar on top of a stump, and when this simple food could not be obtained they lived on parched corn. She remembers distinctly the deep snow of 1831, which entitles her to a place among the snow birds.
Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
HARROLD, ISAM *LESENBY, POLLY ANN
04/09/1840 DE WITT
(*should be Lisenby)
June 6, 1890
Clinton Public
Clinton, Illinois
At the residence of the bride's father (Dr. W. F. Horner) in this city, on last Tuesday evening, Mr. Fred CRANG and Miss Alice HORNER were united in marriage, the Rev. Duncan McArthur officiating. Friends of both families from Michigan, Chicago, Buckley and East Lynn, in this State, were present. The young couple were handsomely remembered by valuable gifts, among which was an elegant fruit dish of hammered oxidized copper with gold lining, a present from the Knights of Pythias, of which order Mr. Crang is an honored member. Dr. Horner moved to Clinton about three years ago from Buckley, and his accomplished daughter at once won the hearts of not only the young ladies but of the young men also; but Fred won the prize. Every body in Clinton, and in fact in DeWitt county, knows Fred Crang. He has grown from childhood in this city, his father twenty years ago being the leading dry goods merchant in the county. After the death of his father, Fred entered the store as a clerk, the business being managed by his uncle Henry. Three or four years ago he bought his uncle's interest in the store, and at once stepped to the head of a large and important business. It was a big undertaking for one so young, but Fred has proved himself to be master of the situation and he is today one of the successful merchants of Clinton. He has acted wisely in the beginning of life to take a partner who will stimulate and encourage him. May the new firm have prosperity and long life to enjoy the fruits of a successful business and married career. Fred and his wife left on the Cyclone for Chicago on the night of their marriage and will be at home early next week.