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Leon I. FOX, son of Jerome I. and Ida LARABEE FOX was born near Cuba, Kansas Aug 26, 1900 and died in the general hospital at Muskogee, Oklahoma of pneumonia , following an operation for appendicitis. His sweetheart, Miss Kate HUDSON of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and his room mate, Ira
_INDER (torn) were with him during his illness and were at his bedside when death came. At an early age he came with his parents to this vicinity and when five years old, he was left an orphan and became the object of the loving kindness of his brothers and sisters. His early life , all boyhood’s time of June was spent here; attending the schools where he endeared himself to his schoolmates and all who knew him by his cheerful, happy disposition. When about seventeen years old he went to Oklahoma to visit his older brothers. who were there and the lure of the new country proving great, he eventually made that his home. He was introduced to Masonry, Sept 11, 1925 and was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason, Nov 13, 1925. A short life, all to short, only 29 years, 4 months and 19 days, the youngest of ten children. Three sisters, Mr. F.H. GIBBONEY an Mrs. B. A. DRIPS of Haddam, Mrs. Frank PARRACK of Chicago, Illinois; five brothers, Frank FOX of Grand Island, Nebraska, Schuyler, Roy, Manely and Glenn of Ponca City, Oklahoma, are left to mourn for him. One sister Mrs. Nell ROBERTS of Greeley, Colorado, died in Aug, 1927. Many other relatives are among those who mourn. "Pete FOX" was loved by all who knew him for his cheerful, happy, kindly disposition. Here, where he was known to all his death has brought sorrow. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at the Haddam M.P. church by the Rev. J.P. SNARE, assisted by the Rev. G.S. LATIMER of Blocker. The Haddam Masonic order conducted the final rites at the grave in Old Cuba cemetery, where he was laid to rest.
Franklin Hale BOBBITT, son of David and Arminta BOBBITT, was born in Washington,KS, May 28, 1870 and departed this life Dec 12, 1935 at Luthern Hospital, Yuma, CO at the age of 65 yrs, 7 mos and 15 days.
His boyhood days were spent near Washington, Kansas, attending the Eureka district school and Friends Academy there.
April 16, 1896, he was united in marriage to Gertrude ROBERTS. To this union were born five children and three, Merle, Raymond and Ollie Ruth with their mother preceded him in death.
He spent five years of early married life near Morrowville, KS and moved to his farm home west of Haddam 33 years ago. He made his home there until two years ago when he moved to Kirk, Colorado
In 1907 he was united in marriage to Bertha WEAVER, who preceded him in death in 1923. He was a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, having united in his boyhood days.
He was a faithful member of the Odd Fellows Lodge of Haddam and was always interested in the betterment of the community. Mr. BOBBITT was a faithful son to his aged mother, Mrs A. D. BOBBITT, having her in his home the past four months, a loving brother and a devoted father to his motherless children.
He leaves to mourn, his aged mother, Mrs A.D. BOBBITT, two daughters, Etta LESKE and Olive SUTHERLIN of White Salmon, WA. Two granddaughters, one grandson, one sister, Mrs. Nettie WHITE of Lawrence, KS, and two brothers, Will BOBBITT of Anboy, Washington and Lewis BOBBITT of Haddam.
Funeral services were conducted at the Haddam Church, Sunday afternoon by the Rev. L. E. DIXON. The I.O.O.F. Lodge had charge of the services at the grave in Haddam Cemetery.
Generation 1 Henry W. Tanner born May 06,1793 died December 09,1878 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. Married Sarah ? born December 18,1795 died 1867 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. Both are buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery,Columbia Co.,Pa, Children: Hannah Tanner married Martin Umstead Sarah Ann Tanner married John Umstead Susan Tanner married Amos Heller John Tanner born 1813 Peter Tanner born 1815 died 1892 Mary May Tanner born 1821 died 1880 married Jacob Schultz born 1818 died 1880 Henry W.Tanner Jr. born September 17,1823 died December 17,1864 Joseph Jacob Tanner born August 21,1831 died November 04,1908 Catherine Tanner born 1834 Generation 2 John Tanner born 1813 married Hannah ? born 1810 Children: Sarah Tanner born 1844 Mary Tanner born 1846 Peter Tanner born 1815 in Danville, Montour Co., Pa. died 1892 married Sarah Schultz born 1820 died 1889 Children: Martin Tanner born 1841 Henry J. Tanner born 1844 died June 19,1864 in Petersburg, Va. William Tanner born 1849 in Danville, Montour Co., Pa. Martha Tanner born 1847 died 1928 Simon Phillip Tanner born 1851 died 1919 John Franklin Tanner born July 26,1853 in Danville Montour Co., Pa.died April 30,1917 in Sheldon, Iowa Jacob Schultz Tanner born August 07,1856 died February 18,1922 Thomas N. Tanner born August 1858 in Danville, Montour Co., Pa died 1915 Sarah Ann Tanner married John Unstead Children: Jacab Henry Umstead born January 07,1858 in W.Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.,Pa.died January 01,1040 in W.Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.,Pa. Henry W.Tanner Jr. born September 17,1823 died December 17,1864 married Mary ? born 1827 Henry is buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery Columbia Co.,Pa. Children: Rosanna Tanner born 1849 Mary Tanner born 1851 Harriet Tanner born 1853 Hiram Benjamin Tanner born March 30,1857 died May 16,1918 married Lydia Catherine Fenstemacher Hiram and Lydia are buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery Columbia Co.,Pa. Hannah Tanner born 1859 married Joseph Umstead Henry A.Tanner born 1862 Joseph Jacob Tanner born August 21,1831 in Columbia Co.,Pa. died November 04,1908 in Liberty Twp.,Pa. married Susan Hileman born November 05,1832 in Columbia Co.,Pa. died March 02,1879 in Derry Twp.,Pa. Joseph and Susan are buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery,Columbia Co.,Pa. Children: Marie Jane Tanner born May 17,1855 Derry Twp.,Pa. died July 04,1872 buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery Columbia Co.,Pa. John Henry Tanner born December 04,1857 in Derry Twp.,Pa. died March 11,1921 in Derry Twp.,Pa. Emma Tryphena Tanner born December 09,1862 in Derry Twp.,Pa. died July 20,1953 Elizabeth Tanner Born October 16,1864 in Derry Twp.,Pa. Henry James Tanner born April 27,1865 in Derry Twp.,Pa. died 1937 Jacab Albert Tanner born January 26,1868 in Derry Twp.,Pa. died february 04,1870 in Derry Twp.,Pa. buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery Columbia Co.,Pa. Anna Catherine Tanner born Marchj 03,1870 in Deerry Twp.,Pa. died January 26,1874 buried at Strawberry Ridge Cemetery,Columbia Co.,Pa. Calvin Boyd Tanner born May 28,1874 in Derry Twp.,Pa. died July 19,1960 Twin Sister to Calvin Tanner born May 28,1874 died May 28,1874 in Derry Twp.,Pa. Generation 3 Willaim Tanner born 1849 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. married 1st ? died July 20,1895 married 2nd Bertha Moore May 08,1899 in Turbotville,Pa. daughter of William Moore born 1876 Children: Alvin Tanner born 1895 Henry James Tanner born August 16,1900 lloyd Tanner born February 18,1904 Martha Tanner born 1851 died 1928 married HJenry Heller born 1849 died 1930 Children: James Elmer Heller born 1874 married Mary ? born 1874 Jacab Harvey Heller born November 1879 Charles Heller Simon Phillip Tanner born 1851 died 1919 married 1st Abigail Cromley born 1851 died 1877 married 2nd Sarah Mariah Bonderman born 1861 died 1940 Children of Simon and Abigail: Araminta Tanner born 1871 died 1945 Matilda Tanner born 1874 Melissa Tanner born 1876 Children of Simon and Sarah: Lawrence Tanner born 1878 Dennis Theodore Tanner born May 03,1880 died May 31,1969 in Genoa,Colorado Phillip Eli Tanner born 1883 died 1963 married Gertrude Slise Lewis R.Tanner born 1886 Apphia Mae Tanner born 1889 Martha Tanner born 1891 died 1922 married Earl Bartly Cora Tanner born 1894 John Franklin Tanner born July 26,1853 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. died April 30,1917 in Sheldon,Iowa married 1st Rebecca Jane Whitenight daughter of Mathias Whitenight and Mary Kline born September 16,1847 died february 08,1887 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa married 2nd Mary Ida Beagle daughter of George Beagle and Rebecca Whitenight born December 25,1869 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. died November 11,1944 in Sheldon,Iowa Children of John and Rebecca: Charles Oliver Tanner born November 23,1880 in Dnville,Montour Co.,Pa died 1892 Henry Calvin Tanner born March 02,1884 inj Danville,Montour Co.,Pa died December 22,1965 in Genoa,Colorado Sarah Caroline Tanner born December 15,1886 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. died March 03,1993 in Waverly,Iowa Arminta Jane Tanner born July 23,1879 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. Children of John and Mary: Phillip Harvey Tanner born 1888 died 1968 Elvaretta Viola Tanner born July 11,1890 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. died December 23,1960 in Primghjar,Iowa Alice Martha Tanner born April 26,1892 in Archer,Iowa died May 08,1914 married George W.Black born October 22 died November 27,1945 Arthur Cleveland Tanner born January 16,1894 in Archer,Iowa died 1954 Clarence Harold Tanner born October 24,1895 in Archer,Iowa died December 29,1971 mrried Lillian Schielfubine born October 30,1893 died November 13,1970 John Ralph Tanner born August 24,1989 in Archer,Iowa died July 27,1977 in Newell,Iowa Gilbert Earl Tanner born June 01,1899 in Archer,Iowa died October 23,1953 in Archer,Iowa married 1st Grace Sorenson married 2nd Jennie Elgersma born July 16,1899 in Millbank,South Dakato died July 23,1978 in Modesto,California Raymond Robert Tanner born October 03,1901 in Archer,Iowa died January 29,1971 in Sheldon,Iowa Verness Lemont Tanner born August 09,1903 inj Archer,Iowa died February 09,1988 in Primghar,Iowa Ernest Elmer Tanner born May 08,1906 died 1983 Lila Fern Tanner born April 29,1910 died 1965 Jacob Schultz Tanner born August 07,1856 died February 18,1922 married Clarice Rosanna Flick daughter of Sylvester Flick and Tacy Styer born February 07,1860 in West Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.Pa died 1888 in West Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.,Pa. Jacob and Clarice are buried at Columbia Hill Cemetery,Montour Co.,Pa. Children: George Washington Tanner born 1882 died 1916 buried in Columbia Hill Cemetery,Montour Co.,Pa. Bessie May Tanner Born January 28,1884 inj West Hemlock Twp,Columbia Co.,Pa died January 07,1941 in Genoa,Colorado Roy W.Tanner born 1885 died 1968 After Clarice died Jacob couldn't care for all of the children and adopted some of them out to other people.Roy W. went to live with a family named Vought,his tombstone reads:Roy W.Vought he is buried in Columbia Hill Cemetery,Montour Co.,Pa. Jacob Schultz Tanner born 1886 died 1970 Sarah E.Tanner born 1887 died 1888 Thjomas N.Tanner born August 1868 in Danville,Montour Co.,Pa. died 1915 married Hannah Catherine Umstead born October 1857 Children: Albert Tanner born November 1882 Emma Tanner born 1884 married David Jones David Tanner born December 1886 Sarah Tanner born March 1891 married James Arter Alberta Mae Tanner born July 20,1893 died March 20,1901 Mary E.Tanner born December 1894 married Jacob Winters Jacab Henry Umstead born January 07,1858 in West Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.,Pa. died January 01,1940 in West Hemlock Twp.,Montour Co.,Pa. married Ida Amelia Hester daughter of William Hester and Sara Moser Children: Charles Ruben Umstead born February 28,1883 Dora May Umstead born May 28,1886 William Lloyd Umstead born April 02,1889 died March 27,1963 John Edgar Umstead born July 15,1895 Simon Mearl Umstead born May 23,1898 Sarah Florence Umstead born August 13,1901 Esther Marion Umstead born March 29,1902 Harry Hester Unstead born July 17,1903 Martha Rozilia Umstead born December 30,1906 Harvey Calvin Umstead born January 21,1912 Henry A.Tanner born 1862 married Emily Matilda Ortman born 1860 Children: Sadie Melinda Tanner born October 16,1884 married Bill Linnert Agustus Leroy Tnner born November 25,1886 George Edwin Tanner born December 20,1888 died 1962 married Catherine Elizabeth Martin born 1884 died 1944 Mary Louise Tanner born December 23,1889 married Ernest Hause Jake Henry Tanner born April 04,1892 Luther Atwood Tanner born March 12,1894 died January 06,1982 Calvin Lawrence Tanner born June 05,1896 died 1978 Hiram Charles Tanner born June 10,1899 died November 07,1968 in Maquoketa, Jackson Co.,Iowa married 1st Dora Irene (Irean) Enos born october 02,1905 died January 24,1973 married 2nd Jeanette ? Generation 4 Hiram Charles Tanner born June 10,1899 died November 07,1968 married Dora Irene Enos born October 02,1905 died January 24,1973 Children: George Newman Tanner born November 16,1924 in Milford Twp.,Juniata Co.,Pa. died June 11,1974 in Houston, Harris Co.,Texas married 1st Hazel Hollister married 2nd Stephanie Dora Morford born August 07,1930 07,1930 died July 02,1977 Harry(aka Mike)Tanner born August 12,1929 died January 1979 Irene Tanner married Harry Joseph Generation 5 George Newman Tanner born November 16,1924 in Milford Twp.,Juniata Co.,Pa. died June 11,1974 in Houston,Harris Co.,Texas married 1st Hazel Hollister married 2nd Stephanie Dora Morford born August 07,1930 died July 02,1977 George and Stephanie married August 23,1950 in Saline,Michigan George and Stephanie are buried at Veterans National Cemetery in Houston,Harris Co.,Texas NJ otes on George Tanner:George served in the US Army during WWII as a paratrooper,he served in Company B 505th Paratroop Infantry Induction date June 15,1943 date of entry into active service June 29,1943 place of entry into service Fort Custer,Michigan. Battles and Campaigns: Normandy Campaign,Rhineland Campaign and Ardennes Campaign. Decorations and Citations:Purple HJeart,Combat Infantry Badge,Good Conduct Ribbon,European Afrikan Middle Eastern Campaign Ribbon and Three Bronze Campaign Stars.Wounded in action November 02,1944 in Germany,given an Honorable Discharge from Percy Jones Hospital October 03,1945. Children: Jessica L.Tanner married 1st Tommy Irby married 2nd Jeff Whitaker married 3rd Kenneth Watanabe married 4th Floyd Skillern Doreen L.Tanner married 1st James M.Foy married 2nd Mike Scruggs married 3rd Melvin Clark Lynda S.Tanner Paul N.Tanner married 1st Eileen ? married 2nd Angie Warren Stephen D.Morford Tanner married Theresa Buxton notes on Stephen:Stephen was born to Stephjanie Morford before her and George were married and although he was never legally adopted by george he went by the last name of Tanner Irene Tanner married Harry Joseph Children: Harry Joseph Jr.
Ivan Jacob, the oldest son and the fifth child of Ralph and Ella HALFERTY was born on a farm five and one half miles northeast of Haddam, Kansas on Sept 16, 1895. At the age of four years he moved with his parents to a farm five miles southeast of Haddam. His occupation was farming and mechanical work. In the fall of 1930 he moved to the home of his widowed sister, Mrs. Beulah CORBETT and helped her care for her home and two small children. He resided with her for twelve years, having moved about a year ago to his farm south east of Haddam, hwere he has since lived and assed at this place on Monday Jan. 24, 1944 at the age of 48 years. To mourn the loss of a dear, kind hearted loving son and brother are his aged mother, five sisters, and one brother, namely, Mrs. Stella STONE of Denver, Colorado Mrs. Jennie CARLSON, Haddam; Mrs. Belva TOWNS of Concordia, Mrs. Beulah CORBETT, Haddam, Mrs. Veda LESHER, Blanchard , Iowa, and Scott HALFERTY , Haddam. Besides his mother, sisters and brother he leaves six nephews and six nieces, who will deeply mourn the loss of Uncle Ivan. His father preceded him in death Mar 2, 1941. In early manhood he was baptized and united with the Christian church at Haddam He was a true friend,, never speaking ill of any one and ever ready to lend assistance when help was needed
Mary Ann PACKER, daughter of David and Mary Ann (GRIMM) PACKER was born near Aliance, Ohio, Jan. 5, 1856, and passed away at the home of her son Dec 22, 1945 near Haddam at the age of 89 years, 11 months and 16 days. In the 1881, she with her parents came to Kansas settling on a farm near Odell, Nebraska
On March 6, 1887 she was united in marriage to Jacob E. KLING at Beloit, KS. To this union were born two children, Mrs. Emily LINDSLEY of Washington, KS and Albert KLING of Haddam, Ks.
When a young woman she was baptized in the Methodist Church. Since the passing of her husband, Apr 22,1942, she has made her home with her son, visiting at times in the home of her daughter.
She believed in walking humbly with God is simply to live a life at its best witha deep reaverance for the highest.
She leaves to mourn her passing her daughter, her son, two grandchildren, Harold and Dorothy KLING; one brother, Frank PACKER of Kirk, Colorado and other relatives and friends.
Services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Hoffman funeral home, con ducted by the Rev. J.P. SNARE of Washington. Interment was made in the Haddam cemetery.
An article following this - Dorothy KLING of Lincoln, NE was called home to the death of her grandmother, Mrs. J.E. KLING.
KOZEL-Death has again entered the Morrowville community and taken one of the most active workers and capable business women. Mrs. KOZEL had been in poor health for several months but was stricken with apoplexy the evening of Aug 21 and lived but a few days, never regaining consciousness. Since the death of her husband about 6 years ago, Mrs KOZEL had successfully managed his business operations which were extensive, until a short time ago when ill health forced her to release the work to others. She had keen business judgment, and an indomitable courage that led her to undertake any task however difficult.
Julia PRYMEK, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ignac PRYMEK was born at Cuba, KS Feb. 25, 1874 and died at her home in Morrowville Monday, Aug 26, 1929. Her life was spent in the Cuba community until her marriage to William H. KOZEL, May 19, 1896. Since then Morrowville has been her home and she has given of her time and efforts to the upbuilding of the community and the maintenance of her home.
Those left to mourn her going are her only daughter, Mrs. L. C. WURTZ, her grandson Billy WURTZ of Morrowville, her aged father, Ignac PRYMEK, her three brothers, Otto, Ernest and Fred PRYMEK all of Cuba, Kansas, and four sisters, Mrs. Fred HRUZA and Mrs. John MORAVEK of Munden, Mrs. Chas. BROSH and Mrs. Ben BROSH of Mt Rose, Colorado.
Services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon, Aug 27, and were conducted by Rev. W.E. JENKINS of Clifton, assisted by Rev. BUDD of Morrowville. Rev. JENKINS was the minister who in the PRYMEK home in Cuba united Mr. & Mrs. KOZEL in marriage. Interment was in the Morrowville Cemetery.
William Allen MYERS, the third son of Martin H. and Marietta MYERS, was born Feb. 18, 1900, on a farm northeast of Morrowville, Kansas and passed away Friday, Mar. 14, 1941 at the age of 41 years and 24 days.
He lived all of his life in Washington Co, except for two months which he spent in Colorado with his brother, Troy, in hopes that the change of climate might benefit his health.
He united with the Christian church in Morrowville in Sept 1931 and had been faithful in his attendance.
He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted father and mother, four brothers, Harry of Hutchinson, Ralph of Fairbury, Troy of Brush, Colorado, Harold of Haddam, Kansas; two sisters Mrs. Eva HUFFMAN of Morrowville, and Beryle of the home, fifteen nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. One sister, Nora, preceded him in death 47 years ago.
William devoted his entire life to his aged parents. His patience during his days of illness and suffering, revealed his sublime faith and confidence in the wisdom and goodness of God.
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Christian Church in Morrowville and burial was made in Morrowville Cemetery.
CARRIE BELLE NUTZ RUCKER Wife of William Lee Rucker _______
THE FORT SCOTT, KANSAS, TRIBUNE -- MONITOR Monday Evening, December 31, 1828
MRS. W. LEE RUCKER, Died at 5 am, Resident for 57 years dies at Mercy Hospital, Was ill for two years.
Member of Eastern Star and Women's Relief Corps -- Belonged to NUTZ FAMILY
Mrs. Carrie Belle Nutz Rucker, wife of W. Lee Rucker, insurance agent of 13 S. Holbrook street, passed away at 5 o'clock this morning at Mercy Hospital, where she had been a patient since October 26th. Mrs. Rucker underwent an operation in 1926 for carcinob--since which time she has suffered severe illness at intervals. Her husband was constantly at her bedside and everything known in science was done to save her life. Mrs. Rucker displayed a cheerful spirit, and even hope, when chatting with friends and relatives. Her sickroom was filled with flowers that were greatly appreciated and during the holidays many kind courtesies were bestowed.
Carrie Belle Nutz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard N. Nutz. Was born in Alton, Ill., March 14,1858, making her 70 years, eight months and seventeen days. Her mother, widowed came to Fort Scott in 1872 and reared a family of ?? sons and two daughters. Mrs. Rucker was the last of the brothers and sisters. The brothers were expert machinists connected with the Old Fort Scott Foundry.
The deceased was thrice married, first to Jacob Smith, former Justice of the Peace and later to J.P. Miller, pioneer Banker, both deceased.
On Christmas day, 1924, she was united in marriage to W.L. Rucker an old schoolmate. Then after many years renewed the friendship and became congential life companions. Mrs. Rucker was a good business woman, managing much real estate industriously. She was a home love and faithful, sincere friend, kindly in cases of sorrow or illness. She had an unfailing sense of humor which made her a merry associate.
She joined Olive Chapter No. 13, O.E.S. April 4, 1893 and was active as an officer for many years. She also served as Noble Grand of the Rebekah Lodge. She kept her membership in the Women's Relief Corps and in the Methodist Ladies Society.
She will be sorely missed by those dear to her.
Mrs. Rucker took an motherly interest in her niece, Miss Margaret Nutz nephews, Harold Nutz of the Tribune Office Leonard Nutz, Wichita Clarence Nutz, Pueblo, Colorado Everett Nutz, Liberty, Missouri Mr. and Mrs. Will Garrison of Joplin, Missouri nephew and neice and other of the late Theo. Nutz visited her also. Mrs. Charles Nutz of Topeka, was a sister-in-law, while Mrs. Ralph Richards is a niece.
The body will lie in state at Konantz Mortuary until the Funeral.
The services will be held Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock pm at the First Methodist Church, Conducted by the pastor, the Rev. H.J. Cockerill.
Burial in Evergreen Cemetery in the family lot.
Pallbearers will be: Upton Snider J.T. Beatty E.C. Bright Ralph Bright Cliff Crain C.R. Hughes. _______
TRIBUTE to MRS. RUCKER:
THE FORT SCOTT, KANSAS TRIBUNE-MONITOR , Thursday, January 3, 1929
Sermon by Rev. H.J. Cockerill at rites yesterday --
Eastern Star Burial Services Among the many sorrowing friends and relatives, who attended the funeral of Mrs. Carrie Belle Rucker yesterday at 2:30 pm at the First Methodist Church were members of the W.R.C. with the colors, and members of Olive Chapter No. 13, O.E.S. whose officers gave the burial service.
More About CARRIE BELLE NUTZ RUCKER: Burial: January 02, 1929 Evergreen Cemetery Bourbon County, Kansas
Louia N. ROSAMOND the eldest son of B.F. and Ella M. ROSAMOND, was born near Quincy, IL, on Feb. 21, 1874 and passed away at his home in Haddam, KS on Jan 27.1945, at the age of 70 years, 11 months and 6 days.
"Lou", as everyone called him came to Haddam about 53 years ago with Gabrial ELLINGER, who was in the merchantile business and by whom he was employed.
He was married on November 15, 1899 to Bertha ROSAMOND (I think this should be YODER) and three years later he purchased the J.H. YODER interest in the YODER Brothers store and in which business he soon grew to become one of Haddam's most respected and successful citizens.
In 1922, he and his father-in-law and partner sold the store to Jos. H. and Edward R. FENCL and Lou spent the remainder years in the real estate and insurance business. Soon after the selling of their store Mr. and Mrs. YODER both became invalids and Lou proved himself a man worthy of the highest respect for the devotion and care he displayed in the care of these two, and had they had a son her could not have shown more kindness and love as he did.
To his wife he has ever been a devoted and ideal companion and his greatest worry was parting with her. Besides his wife, Bertha, he leaves one sister, Mrs. Marie TYE and husband Charles of Henderson, Tennessee. one brother, Roy ROSAMOND and wife of Denver, CO., one niece, Constance HASTY and husband of Denver, Colorado, one brother-in-law, Bill DICKERSON of Sun City, Kansas and a host of admiring friends and neighbors.
Lou was a member of the Christian Church and on the Masonic Lodge for over 35 years. Funeral services were conducted at the Haddam Church with Rev. A.C. POERSCH officiating. Burial was made in the Haddam Cemetery.
Anna Cora ROSE, the daughter of John and Alice GRAY, was born on a farm near Haddam, Kansas on Nov 3, 1885 and was called to her reward at her home at Morrowville, KS on Dec 16, 1957, at the age of 72 years, 1 month and 13 days.
As a young girl she joined the Freewill Baptist Church at Blocker. On Nov 3, 1803 she was united in marriage with Warren G. ROSE of Haddam, KS. Four children were born to this union: Lola May, who died in infancy, Orval W., Grace E. and Loren W. They lived on a farm near Blocker until the death of her husband, Warren on Jan 26,1942.
In 1944, she married Henry ARTERBURN in Twin Falls, ID. He proceeded her in death in 1954. She lived the last few years of her life in Morrowville, KS. She was an Eastern Star member of the Haddam Lodge, Venus Chapter 275. She was a loving and devoted mother, a kind neighbor and friend, always striving to live a Christian life.
Others who preceded her in death were her parents, on sister, Mrs. Grace DAY and her brother,
Milford. Left to mourn her passing are her three children: Grace BALDWIN, Lakewood, Colorado; Orval ROSE of Burley, ID; and Loren ROSE of Idaho; one sister Mrs. May KENNEDY of Morrowville, KS; five grandchildren; Patsie and Jim ROSE of Twin Falls, ID, John CUMMINGS of Topeka, Imogene BALDWIN, Hardy, Neraska, one great grandchild, Curtis CUMMINGS and a host of others relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, Dec 19, at the Morrowville Christian Church at 2:00 pm with Philip KING, minister officiating. Burial was in the Blocker Cemetery.
The community was saddened when the word came Thursday afternoon of the sudden death of Mrs. Guy TARMAN, formerly Miss Helen WILKINSON of Haddam, at her home at Loveland, Colorado. An infant son was born Thursday afternoon and she passed away about two hours after his birth.
Her sister, Mrs. Chas. RYCHTARICK had arrived at the TARMAN home Thursday, just a short time before her death. She had planned to spend about a month with the TARMAN family.
Marion WILKINSON and a sister, Mrs. Wilhelminia AUXIER of Dawson, NE went to Benkleman, NE, Saturday night where they accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Albert BLECHA, and Mrs Tom ANDERSON, who drove to Loveland, CO. Sunday.
A short story of her life: Helen Irene WILKINSON, the youngest child of Charles and Minnie WILKINSON was born at the farm home north of Haddam on Jan 10, 1914 and departed this life at her home in Loveland, CO, Thursday, Feb 18, 1942, at the age of 29 years, 1 month and 8 days.
She grew to womanhood in this community and graduated from the Haddam rural high school with the class of '32. She taught school one year, then attended the Grand Island Business Collage.
On Aug 1, 1941, she was united in marriage to Guy E. TARMAN. They lived at Estes Park until this winter, when they moved to Loveland.
She is survived by her husband and infant son, a daughter Peggy Jean ROGERS, eight years, by a former marriage, five sisters, Mrs. Iva ANDERSON, Parks, Nebraska, Mrs. Ester WELLS, Verdon, NE, Mrs. Hattie BLECHA, Benkleman, NE, Mrs. Wilhelminia AUXIER, Dawson, NE, Mrs. Ethel RYCHTARIK, Haddam, Kansas and one brother, Marion WILKINSON, Haddam. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs WILKINSON preceded her in death.
Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock by the Rev. H. C. KEPHART, at the Kibby Funeral home in Loveland. Interment was made at Lakeside Burial Park.
A sense of deep sorrow prevailed throughout the community Friday morning, Jan 1 when the word came of the passing of Harry ROONEY at the Patterson Memorial Hospital at Belleville at 8:30 o'clock. His death was accidental due to asphyxiation in the MILLER home in Belleville, KS, the night of Dec 28, caused from fumes from a gas furnace. George MILLER, as associate in the ROONEY Motor Co, in Belleville was dead when they were found by friends Tuesday noon, Dec 29. Harry, who was unconscious when found was taken to the Patterson Memorial Hospital in Belleville, where Doctors BEIDEWELL and MUNFORD worked tirelessly over him until he passed away Friday morning, never having regained consciousness. Other medical advise including that of Dr. MAYO, was obtained but nothing further could be done. In the story of his life, Harry Edward ROONEY was born at Haddam, KS May 22, 1914 and departed this life Jan 1, 1943 at the age of 28 years, 7 months and 19 days. He was the seventh child of William T. and Otilla ROONEY.
After his graduation from the Haddam public schools, Harry attended St. Benedict's in Atchinson one year, then Kansas State College at Manhattan, where he was a member of the Phi Deltha Theata fraternity. More than any of the other ROONEY children, Harry has been identified with the Haddam community and in recent months the towns of Belleville and Brewster. After college he formed a partnership with his brother George, to conduct the ROONEY Motor Co. car agency at Haddam and Belleville. Later they acquired a ranch at Brewster, Kansas.
Harry was interested in aviation, he had piloted planes and tried repeatedly during the past year to enlist in the Air Corps, but was unable to pass the physical examinations, due to defective eyesight and an asthmatic condition. Therefore,. He stayed home to manage their various undertakings while his brother George has been in the service of his country the past year.
Harry was one of a family of ten children: Anne, director of Town School, a private day boarding school for girls, Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois; Mabel, Mrs. James J. CAHILL, Forrest Hills, Long Island, New York; Mary, dietitian, Charity Hospital, New Orleans, Louisiana; Wm. T. Jr., rancher, Deerfield, KS.; father of W. T. the third and Linda Ann, only nephew and niece of Harry; Helen, artist, Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. ; George, 1st Lieutenant, Army Camp Beaurgard, LA; Harry deceased Jan 1, 1943; Paul Senior Lieutenant, U.S. Army fighter plane duty; Frederick born Dec 10, 1917, passed away eleven days later; Geraldine, Mrs. Donald SIMPSON, Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
The death of Harry was the first one in the W. T. ROONEY family since that of baby Frederick twenty-five years ago. Harry with his brothers and sisters and close friends enjoyed gathering in the family home. There was a tie of affection that held the family close together. Now, something of the joy of living has gone from the family circle, and while no doubt they will be together again. Harry's passing will leave a vacant place which will be filled only by a beautiful memory of him. The community suffers a loss in his passing, as well as the youngsters on the street, who always knew they could depend on Harry. Harry was a member of the Haddam Masonic and Odd Fellows Orders. Services were held at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon, Jan 5 at the Methodist church in Haddam. They were simple, with the reading of the Episcopah ritual by Rev. NEWTON of Clay Center, KS, with one song, "My Task" by Tom BROWN, tenor of Belleville, KS. He was one of Harry's close friends. Burial was in the family plot in Haddam cemetery.
Other relatives in Haddam for the services; Mr. Edward ROONEY, 89 years of age, uncle of Harry, oldest brother of Mr. W.T. ROONEY, of Fairview, KS, his daughter, Mrs. TILLER of Fairview, his sons , Harry and his wife, Margurite, of Satanta, KS, Chester of Minnecila, KS, Orlie and wife of Fairview, KS, Mr. George B. ROONEY, uncle, youngest brother of W.T. ROONEY, of Fairview and Dodge City, his son George B. II of Dodge City, KS. Mr. Bert PELESKY, uncle and wife, of Munden, KS, 1st Liuetenant Chas. ROONEY and wife, Fort Riley, KS, his brother Mark and sister Eva. Mr. Edward ROONEY, his wife and son, John, Topeka,KS. Wives of Wm. T. Jr. and George, Donald SIMPSON, husband of Geraldine. Mrs. Florence SANDERS, Mrs. Mabel SMITH, Mrs. Charlene WEAVER, of Manhattan, KS. Mrs. John DOAK, Kansas City, Missouri Mr. Vernon O. WARD, Dodge City, KS. .
From the Canton Daily Register, Canton, Fulton Co. IL APRIL 29, 1908 MR. and MRS. ELIAS SIMPSON (Note: Newspaper misprinted Mr. Simpson's name--should be Silas instead of Elias as printed.) Elias Simpson and his wife, who live on or near Big creek, northwest of Bryant, in Putman township, can not be classed with those brave and sturdy pioneers who came here in an early day and converted the forests into fruitful fields which are today being cultivated by their descendants and producing vast wealth. But they can be classed with those who have passed through many hardships and dangers; with those whose personal histories contain much of genearal interest. The early recollections of both Mr. and Mrs. Simpson are many indeed and their experiences in pioneer life in their native states--Indiana, and North Carolina--are thrilling and numerous. "No," said Mr. Simpson, "we do not belong to that advanced guard of civilization, those fearless men and women who came to Illinois in pioneer times and opened the road for those who came after them; but we know something of pioneer life and have been in Illinois for a long time. "I recall the time when I was a boy in Indiana, when whisky was considered an indispensable article of the household and the most desirable and profitable commodity for tavern-keepers. Then, as now, however, it was a source of no little trouble and many bruised heads. "I lived in a rude cabin covered with clapboards for several years after I moved on this place, and all around us was a heavy growth of timber. The points of timber and the valleys along Big creek must have been attractive resorts for the red man. "I was born and lived until I was eight or nine years old among the poplar and beech trees of Indiana. This township, including a good deal of timber land as it did, soon attracted a liberal share of immigration and was pretty well settled up when we came to the county. Cornbread, squashes and mush and milk constituted our principal diet, with a little pumpkin butter and New Orleans or sorghum molasses on the side. "I was born in Delaware County, Ind., March 13, 1852, and am the son of Henry and Lamira (Noah) Simpson, both natives of Indiana. The Simpson family is of English descent. My sister, who died in infancy, and myself were the only children of our family. This infant sister had two well-defined and pretty faces. She lived but a few days and I recall the fact that mother was besieged by doctors and showmen wanting to buy the body and have it preserved in alcohol. One man offered a thousand dollars for it. "My father and mother were divorced and mother's second marriage was to a man named John McCarty, who ran a water mill on the Salamona river in Indiana. In this stream I used to angle for bass and have landed some big ones. "I was born in a cabin and most of the settlers along the river lived in cabins when I was a boy. Stock ran at large and the woods wore full of rattlesnakes and copperheads, with quite a sprinkling of large game. "I came to Fulton county with my mother and stepfather in the spring of 1861. We landed at Copperas creek, came thence by team to Canton and finally located in St. David. We lived at and near St. David for three years, then moved to Bryant and lived there until I was married. "My mother is still living, although well along in years, and is a resident of Lewistown. "When I was about 12 years of age I dislocated my hip in a wrestling match with a boy named Murphy, at St. David, on the old John Williams place, and have been a cripple ever since. "I went to school at Bryant when Miss Annie Jordan was the principal and learned to read and write. I also learned to play the violin. This is the instrument I learned to play on, and it is a good one. "Oh, yes--I used to play for dances and for all kinds of entertainments and made enough money to get a start in life. For the first dance where I furnished the music, I got 20 cents; but later my price was invariable $5 and expenses, and I made money at it. "I have played for platform dances on Duck creek and the woods were full of fellows who were slightly inebriated and wanted to fight. Milo McCaskey gave us a good deal of trouble in those days. "I have been a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church for years and I once asked our minister what he would do if he was in my shoes--play the fiddle for dances, or let his family suffer for something to eat? 'Well,' he replied, 'I would never let my wife and children go to bed hungry.' The sweet strains of that old violin often sooth me and quiet my nerves, and I would not part with it. "I was married in Bryant in May, 1876, to Miss Cornelia Boone of Liverpool township. Elder William Kirkpatrick officiated at our wedding. We have been blessed with nine children, eight of whom are living, namely: Mrs. Nola McCombs, St.David; Chalmer Simpson, Cuba; Mrs. Minnie N. Shadock, at old Independance; Mrs. Minerva Laird, Buckheart township; Elmer, Ethel, Frank and Oscar Simpson, at home. "When we moved on this place we were poor, practically had nothing, but I made enough with the old fiddle to tide me over until I could raise a crop. "Yes, I was one of the contestants in that oldtime fiddling match at Canton not so many years ago. Beside byself I recall the fact that John Raker and Miss Madge Pollitt won prizes. "I remember the great temperance wave that struck this part of the country in 1877 and the whole county became awakened on the great question of temperance. The people were enthusiastic and were determined to crush the hydra-headed monster, but they did not do it. Yet the movement did a great deal of good. In this temperance work all minor differences and distinctions should be lost sight of and people of all classes should meet as brothers and sisters laboring in a common cause. But the fellow who becomes a temperance worker and then bobs up for office at the very first opportunity should be turned down. There is a class of office-seekers who try to ride into office on every reform wave that comes along. But while I am in favor of temperance in all things, I believe we have too many so-called reforms, too many now fads, too many cranks. "In the good old days almost everybody danced and the people were just as good then as they are now, were just as honest, and did not sell their souls for money. Sociability and true Christianity are closely allied and I don't know just where we are drifting. "I at first rented this place from Emanuel Feeser but it changed hands and I later bought it from Henry Hitchcock. There was only 15 acres cleared when we moved here and I lived in that cabin up there for 16 years. The rain and snow came in on us, but we did not freeze, and we raised a big family of healthy girls and boys. "Politically I am a Republican, and am a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and firmly believe that there are many old-fashioned, plain, common people in heaven--and fiddlers, too,--and I want to go ther when I die." "I was born, " said Mrs. Cornelia Simpson, "in Stanley county, N.C., Sept. 13, 1850 and am the daughter of Martin and Eliza Boone, both natives of North Carolina. My father was related to Daniel Boone, the noted pioneer hunter of Kentucky. "I am the oldest of a family of 11 children, seven of whom, besides myself, are living, namely: Lewis Boone, a resident of North Dakota; Mrs. Malinda Hagena in Colorado; Alex Boone, at Council Bluffs, Iowa; Brady Boone, at Neola, Iowa; Frank Boone, on a farm near Shelby, Iowa; Elmer Boone , in Montana; Mrs. Anna Haacke on a farm in Buckheart township. "I was about 14 years of age when my parents moved from North Carolina to east Tennessee, where we lived for four or five years, when we came to Illinois. "We lived in North Carolina during the war. Our house was back in the timber from the road. Father was in the Union army as a scout and guide and I remember when about 30 Confederate soldiers came to the house looking for him. He deserted from the rebel army and joined the Union forces and had they found him they would have shot or hanged him. "My uncle, who lived near us, slept under his barn floor for six months--in fact, lived there. The rebels often visited his place and searched for him but he got into the Union lines before they caught him. "My mother and Aunt Nellie Boone farmed our place for three years and I have worked many a day in the fields. Mother and aunt sowed and cradled wheat and helped to thresh it. The women operated and fed the old ground threshers, ran the water mills, etc. The women and old gray-headed men did all the farm work and got along pretty well, everything considered. "At first we had to give a tenth of everything we raised to the Confederate government, but later a fifth and finally a third. "One old man who ran a thresher had his three girls with him, and they all worked early and late. The women of the south, especially those whose husbands and sons were in the Union army, had a hard row to hoe. Women whose eyes were as bright and whose forms were as erect as in the days of their girlhood when the war broke out, were bent with care and work and troubled at its close, and their heads were covered over with the snow that never melts. Their last thoughts at night, as they wafted their prayers to the throne of God, asking him to care for their loved ones, and their first thoughts in the morning, were for their husbands and sons. Mothers, wives, sisters and daughters suffered in silence and God alone knows how much they suffered and what trials and dangers they passed through. "Oh, but I can never forget the old civil war days in the south, notwithstanding I was but a child. "We lived just five miles from the line between North and South Carolina and I often went on horseback to Bradaway's mill on the river between the two states. Sometimes I took my grist of corn to Meggs' mill, on the same stream. "There were no buggies in the south in those days and we all rode in wagons. "There were a good many slaves in Stanley county before the war and many of them did not know their own Master. They were put in charge of an overseer and worked in the fields from early morning until late at night. Their time was given to them from Saturday noon until sunrise Monday morning--and such times as they did have, singing, dancing, playing the banjo and the fiddle! "The poor people wore cotton or homespun clothing and often went to church barefooted. The women wore calico sunbonnets. "The poor white people in the south before the war enjoyed life better than did the slaveholders. The agitation of the slavery question and the growing sentiment against human bondage, not only in the north but all over the world, were thorns in the sides of the slaveowners. "A part of the troops raised in Stanley county were drilled in a big field near our house and we often saw large bodies of Confederatesoldiers pass and repass. It was their boast that they would soon whip the Yankee, it would only be 'a breakfast spell'--but the conflict proved to be one of the greatest in history and lasted till after dinner--in fact, till nearly supper time. Everything hinged upon the result of that war, but peace came and the nation was saved. "The happiest days of my life were spent in the old North Carolina and Tennessee homes, but our days during the war were not happy ones. Many times did I lean my arms on the window sill while mother was preparing the evening meal and look far into the dusky shadows that encircled the brow of night; but papa did not come. "Oh, we were never free from the tortures of anxiety about the absent ones, and we often went to bed with heavy hearts. Why should the slaveholders cause sorrow and death to overspread our fair land, and the voice of waiing go forth from every fireside? The hours were long and dark, but peace came at last--thank God!--and came to stay, so far as the north and south were concerned. "A few of the old slaveholders and their descendants will never be satisfied with the result. The people of the south--I mean the common people--were in antebellum days more sociable than the people of the north and would often congregate together and have a general good time. As things were then, I would rather live in the south than in the north. "There were many good people among the slaveholders, and there were some bad ones, too. "We practically abandoned our old homestead in North Carolina, because we could not sell it, and went to east Tennessee, about the time the war closed. The Union sentiment in east Tennessee was pretty strong and many Union refugees found a home there after Lee's and Johnston's surrender." Both Mr. and Mrs. Simpson possess many good personal qualities and are classed among our best citizens. Both are Methodists in religion and both are uncompromising Republicans and take considerable interest in all political matters.
As we all know, newspaper articles can sometimes contain incorrect information. Keep this in mind when reading this article.
The Canton Daily Register Newspaper article was typed exactly as the copy I recieved. There are some discrepencies such as Silas Simpson's parents being 'both natives of Indiana'. Henry Simpson was born in OH as was Lamira Noah/Noe. Also, Cornelia Boone Simpson mentioned that her father was related to Daniel Boone. So far, I have found a Daniel Boone in the ancestry, but not THE famous Daniel Boone. So far, I have only found German Boone's/Boon's/Bohn's and have been unable to find a connection with The famous Daniel Boone. I hope you find the article interesting and somewhat informative as to conditions during the civil war, etc. Jody
I, Peter Rucker of Saint Marks Parish in the County of Orange planter being weak in body but of perfect mind and memory knowing that it is appointed for all men once to die do make and ordain this my Last will and Testament in manner following:
Imprimis: I, do order that all my Just Debts and funeral charges be paid and satisfied.
Item: I, lend unto my beloved wife Elizabeth Rucker all my Estate both real and Personal During her natural life and after her Decease to be Devided in the following manner.
Item: I, give and bequeath unto my beloved Daughter Margaret Tinsley and my Son In-law Isaac Tinsley a negro boy named Yorkshire to them and their heirs forever.
Item: I, give and bequeath to my beloved Son Ephraim Rucker a negro Girl named Fillis to him and his heirs forever.
Item: I, give and bequeath to my beloved Daughter Ann Cook and my son in law Shem Cook a negro girl named Jeney to her and her increase to them and their heirs forever.
Item: I, do Desire that all the Remainder of my Estate both real and personal after my wifes Decease as aforesaid to be sold by my Exr. hereafter named at public auction to the highest bidder on six months credit for Current Money the Buyer giving Good Security and the money arising by Sale to be Equally Devided amongst my beloved Children by name as followeth:
Thomas Rucker
Elizabeth Pierce
William Rucker
Mary Offell
James Rucker
Ephraim Rucker
Ann Cook
and to their heirs forever,
and lastly I do Constitute and appoint my beloved Sons James Rucker and Ephraim Rucker to be my Whole and sole Executors of this my last will and Testament hereby revoking and Disannuling all other Testaments and wills by me made Confirming this and no other to be my Last will and Testament in witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and Seal this eighteen day of January 1742/43.
Signed sealed. {{seal}} Peter Rucker his X mark
Published in the presence of Wm. Jackson Wm. Offell Mich. Holt his X mark
At a Court held for Orange County on Thursday ye 23 Day of Febry. 1743.
The Last Will and Testament of Peter Rucker Dec'd. being presented into Court by James Rucker and Ephraim Rucker Exrs. Therein named and proved by the oaths of Wm. Jackson and Mich. Holt two of the Witnesses Thereto who also made Oath that they saw William Offell sign the same as an Evidence and the sd Exrs. having severally Taken the Oath of an Exr. and having Entered into bond with Mic. Holt, George Holt and Richard Mauldin Junr.,
Their Securities, before their due Execution thereof, Probate is Granted them and the said will together with the Bond was admitted to record.
TWO VERSIONS OF JOHN RUCKER'S WILL ---- Son of PETER RUCKER
John left one (1) shilling sterling to his daughter Margaret Smith, less than what he willed to his other children. Her marriage to Isaac Smith was greatly DISAPPROVED of by her family.
ORANGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA Will Book 1, p. 248,
Probated Jan. 28, 1742
In the Name of God Amen.
I, JOHN RUCKER Marks Parish in the County of Orange A Planter being weak in Body, but of Perfect Mind and Memory And knowing that it is appointed for all men once to Dye, Do make and Ordain this my last Will and Testament in manner and form following.
IMPRIMIS:
I, do order that all my just Debts & funeral Charges be paid and satisfied.
Item: I, give to my well beloved Wife, Susanah Rucker, four negros name by Bristol, Tony, Doll & Sue, and one third part of my houshold & Furniture and Stock, horses Excepted one horse I give to my wife named Roger, the four mentioned Negroes to remain my Wifes no Longer than her Widowhood after to be sold and divided as the rest of my Estate hereafter mentioned.
1. Item: I, give to my son Peter Rucker one black horse, called Jockey and his choice of my guns
2. Item: I, give to my Son John Rucker one grey horse called Oglesby and a gun the next choice after his Brother,
3. Item: I, give to Thomas Wright Belfield one lot in Fred Kurg No. 5 to him and his Heirs for ever.
My desire is that the one half of my land on the Branches of James's River may be sold by my Exector, for six months credit to the highest bidder Likewise my Waggon and five horses and horse kinds in the same manor in order to pay my debts,I likewise leave my Dwelling house and Land thereunto adjoining to be sold at the Direction of my Executor if my Debts can't be complyed with if they can the dwelling house and Land to Remain my wifes, dureing her Widowhood and If she marrys to be sold by way of auction.
4. Item: I, give to my well beloved Sons:
Peter Rucker
John Rucker
Ambrose Rucker
Benjamin Rucker
Reuben Rucker
Isaac Rucker
Anthony Rucker
and to their Heirs forever.
half the Land I hold ln the Branches of James River to be equally divided between the seven brothers, the rest of my Estate I desire may be Equally divided among my beloved Children as follows:
Peter Rucker
John Rucker
Sarah Rucker
Winniford Rucker
Ambrose Rucker
Benjamin Rucker
Reuben Rucker
Isaac Rucker
Anthony Rucker
Mildred Rucker
Pheby Rucker
to them and their Heirs forever.
5. Item: I, give my Daughter MARGARET SMITH one shilling Sterling and lastly
I, do constitute and appoint my beloved wife Susanah Rucker my Exr and my beloved Son Peter Rucker, and my beloved friend George Taylor my whole and sole Exs of this my Last will & Testament, hereby Revoking and Disallowing all other Testament and Wills by me made Confirming this and no other to be my last Will and Testament.
In witness whereof I have now unto set my hand and seal this XI day Jan 1742
Signed, Sealed, Published John Rucker {{seal}}
In the Presence of Robert Seag {{seal}} Joseph Hawkins {{seal}} Richard Cross {{seal}}
At a Court continued and held for Orange County on Friday the 28th day of Jan 1742
This Last Will & Testament of John Rucker Gentleman Dec'd being Produced into Court by Susanah Rucker his Widow and Relict and Peter Rucker his son two of the Execr therein named who made oath thereto according to Law and being proved by the Oaths of Robert Seagre and Richard Cross two of the Evidences thereto who also made Oath that they saw Joseph Hawkins sign the same as an Evidence the said will is admitted to Record on motion of the said Executor and their perorming what is usual in such cases Certificate is granted them for obtaining a Probate thereof in due form and the said Susanah and Peter Rucker together with Anthony Head, Michael Holtand James Picket their securities acknowledged their bond for the said Susanah & Peter Rucker
- faithful and true Administration of the Estate of John Rucker Decd which Bond is admitted to Record
28 January 1742
Jonathan Gibson Court Clerk
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WILL OF JOHN RUCKER
Orange County, Virginia Will Book 1, p. 248,
Probated Jan. 28, 1742
In the Name of God Amen.
I, John Rucker of Saint Marks Parish in the County of Orange A Planter being weak in Body, but of Perfect Mind & Memory And knowing that it is appointed for all men once to Dye, Do make and Ordain this my last Will & Testament in manner and form following.
IMPRIMIS: I, do order that all my just Debts and funeral Charges be paid and satisfied.
Item: I, give to my well beloved Wife, Susanah Rucker, four negros name by Bristol, Tony, Doll & Sue, and one third part of my houshold & Furniture & Stock, horses Excepted one horse I give to my wife named Roger, the four mentioned Negroes to remain my Wifes no Longer than her Widowhood after to be sold & divided as the rest of my Estate hereafter mentioned.
Item: I, give to my son Peter Rucker one black horse, called Jockey and his Choice of my guns,
Item: I, give to my Son John Rucker one grey horse alled Oglesby and a gun the next choice after his Brother,
Item: I, give to Thomas Wright Belfield one lot in Fred K urg No. 5 to him and his Heirs for ever.
My desire is that the one half of my land on the Branches of James's River may be sold by my Ex.r for six months credit to the highest bidder Likewise my Waggon and five horses & horse kinds in the same manor in order to pay my debts, I likewise leave my Dwelling house and Land thereunto adjoining to be sold at the Direction of my Exec if my Debts cant be complyed with if they can the dwelling house and Land to Remain my wifes, dureing her Widowhood and If she marrys to be sold by way of auction.
Item: I, give to my well beloved Sons:
Peter Rucker
John Rucker
Ambrose Rucker
Benj a Rucker
Reuben Rucker
Isaac Rucker
Anthony Rucker
and to their Heirs for ever.
half the Land I hold ln the Branches of James River to be equally divided between the seven brothers, the rest of my Estate I desire may be Equally divided among my beloved Children as follows:
Peter Rucker
John Rucker
Sarah Rucker
Winniford Rucker
Ambrose Rucker
Benja Rucker
Reuben Rucker
Isaac Rucker
Anthony Rucker
Mildred Rucker
Pheby Rucker
to them and their Heirs forever.
Item: I, give my Daughter Margaret Smith one shilling Sterling
and lastly I do constitute and appoint my beloved wife Susanah Rucker my Exr and my beloved Son Peter Rucker, and my beloved friend George Taylor my whole and sole Exs of this my Last will & Testament, hereby Revoking and Disallowing all other Testament and Wills by me made Confirming this and no other to be my last Will and Testament.
In witness whereof I have now unto set my hand and seal this XI day Jan 1742
Signed Sealed Published
John Rucker {{seal}}
In the Presence of Robt Seagre/Seayre ? Joseph Hawkins Richd Cross
At a Court continued and held for Orange County on Friday the 28th day of Jan 1742
This Last Will & Testament of John Rucker Gent. Decsd being Produced into Court by Susanah Rucker his Widow & Relict & Peter Rucker his son two of the Execr therein named who made oath thereto according to Law and being proved by the Oaths of Robert Seagre/Seayre? and Richd Cross two of the Evidences thereto who also made Oath that they saw Joseph Hawkins sign the same as an Evidence the said will is admitted to Record on motion of the said Exec and their perorming what is usual in such cases Certificate is granted them for obtaining a Probate thereof in due form and the sd Susanah and Peter Rucker together with Anthony Head, Michael Holt and James Picket their securities acknowledged their bond for the said Susanah and Peter Rucker
- faithful & true Admon. of the Estate of John Rucker Decd which Bond is admitted to Record
WILL OF AMBROSE L.F.RUCKER SR.Son of Captain, John Rucker, Grandson of Peter Rucker. Also known as COL. Ambrose Rucker
Copies of Original Documents: by Earl Horton May, Bedford City/County Museum, Bedford, Virginia.. Transcribed by C.V. Leighton, Seaside, Oregon, 16 February 2000
Will Book #7, page 717, 718,
Accounts list
Will Book No. 4, pages, 479 - 480 - 481
In the name of God amen. I, Ambrose Rucker Sr. of Amherst Countyand Parrish of Lexington being in perfect health and memory, do make and ordain this my last Will and Testament in manner and form following. Viz,
I lend to my beloved WIFE MARY RUCKER during her widowhood or natural life, Ten choice negroes, with the addition of three others, namely Bart, Old Man and Clary, the Marman Plantation whereon I now live, with four hundred and seventy three acres of land in which said plantation is included, being a part thereof with one other tract of land on the head of Harrises Creek, called my Mountain Plantation (except what
I shall hereafter will to my SON, AMBROSE RUCKER Jr. with all the stock and plantation utensils of every kind, including the waggon and mill, all my household and kitchen furniture at her death or marriage to return to my estate to be equally divided among my children and grandchildren.
I give and bequeath to my SON AMBROSE RUCKER Jr. the new survey on the upper or north side of my Mountain Plantation containing two hundred odd acres, with the addition of one hundered acres taken off, the land formerly contested between Lucas and myself, which which said hundred acres last mentioned is a part of tract lent to my wife and all the land on the south or west side of the road that leads from the head of Harrises Creek, with two negroes (Viz) Sarah and Crese the former being now in his posession, with all other things I have given him heretofore, or let him have, except the ore Bank Land on the high peak of the Tobacco-row Mountain, to him and his heirs forever..The ore Bank Land containing three hundred and seventy five acres with one other tract adjoining, is to be sole at the direction of my Executors and divided equally among my children and grandchildren.
I give to my SON ISAAC RUCKER three hundred acers of land, from the upper side of my Rocky Creek Plantation,running quite accross the creek from oneside of the land to the other, also a negro woman named Anna and her children also Betty and her increase the said negro being now in his posession, also all other things I have heretofore given him, to him and his heirs forever.
I give to my SON BENJAMIN RUCKER three hundred acres of land, it being the tract of land my SON ISAAC RUCKER now lives on, with the addition of one hundred acres that are now in his possesion , Store-houses and my barn, also a horse, saddle and bridle, a good feather bed and furniture, two negroes (Viz) Caleb and Rhoda, two cows and calves, two sows and pigs, my rifle gun and three sheep, to him and his heirs forever.
Item.. I give to my SON REUBEN RUCKER {dec'd} equal to two hundred pounds, also fifty pounds more in property to his heirs forever..
I have given and now do confirm unto the heirs of WINIFRED PLUNKETT {dec'd} one hundred and thirty pounds, and my Executors are to pay them in property seventy pounds more to them and their heirs forever.
I have given and do give unto the heirs of PEGGY McDANIEL {dec'd} one hundred pounds in property and they are to be paid by my Executors (from my estate) in property one hundred pounds more, to their heirs forever.
I do give and have given unto FRANKEY LEE two negroes Viz Lydia and Cresey and sixty pounds in property making in the whole two hundred pounds to her and her heirs forever.
I give and have given to my MOLLY BURFORD, one negro woman named Sereler and other things to the amount of one hundred pounds, and my Executors are to pay her from my estate one hundred pounds more in property, so as to make her first portion two hundred pounds to her and her heirs forever.
I give to ELIZABETH MARR and have given two negroes (Viz) Dilcey and Tiller now in her posession and other things to the amount of one hundred and sixty pounds and my Executors are to pay her in property out of my estate, forty pounds more to her and her heirs forever.
Item. I lend to SOPHIA RUCKER now SOPHIA JENNINGS, five negroes, Vix, Letia, Dole, Craysey, Betsa and Daniel during pleasure, at her death they are to go to the heirs and issue of her body forever.. also I give to my DAUGHTER SOPHIA fifty pounds cash, which said sum I desire my Executors to pay personally.
I give to my DAUGHTER CAROLINE HANSFORD, two negroes Viz June and Nancy and other things to the value of one hundred and fifty poundsand my Executors are to her from my estate in property, fifty pounds more to her & her heirs forever.
I give to MATILDA MARR, two negroes (Viz) Anna and Carka and other things to the value of one hundred and eighty pounds and my Executorsare to pay her out of my estate, twenty pounds more to her and her heirs forever.
I give to CHARLOTTE RUCKER, two negroes Viz Caroline and Bicey,a good feather bed and furniture, a horse, saddle and bridle worth twenty pounds and the said negroes value at one hundred and twenty pounds, and bed and furniture at fifteen pounds making in all one hundred and fifty five pounds and my Executors are to pay her out of my estate, forty five pounds in property to make her legacy two hundred pounds, to her and her heirs forever. which legacy is to be disposed of to the use of my said Daughter at the discretion of my executors..
I give to my DAUGHTER SALLY MARR two negroes (viz) Dolshia and Little Lucy or yellow Lucy at the quarter valued at one hundred and fifty pounds, a horse saddle and bridle at twenty pounds, a feather bed and furniture at fifteen pounds and other things amounting to one hundred and ninety nine pounds nineteen schillings and my executors are to pay her one shilling to make up her legacy, two hundred pounds in all, to her and her heirs forever.
Finally all my land and other things not herein willed are to be sold and put to value to pay the legacies, after they are paid, the remainder of my estate both real and personal that is not willed away is to be equally divided among my children and grandchildren (Viz)
1. The children of REUBEN RUCKER one share. 2. The children of WINIFRED PLUNKETT one share. 3. The children of MARGARET McDANIEL one share. 4. The children of MOLLY BURFORD one share. 5. The children of FRANKEY LEE one share. 6. AMBROSE RUCKER one share. 7. ISAAC RUCKER one share. 8. SOPHIA JENNINGS one share. 9. CAROLINE HANSFORD one share. 10. BETSEY MARR one share. 11. MATILDA MARR one share. 12. SALLY MARR one share. 13. CHARLOTTE RUCKER one share. 14. BENJAMIN RUCKER one share. and their heirs forever..
I give to BENJAMIN RUCKER (dec'd), ANTHONY RUCKER and the heirs and representatives of ISAAC RUCKER (dec'd), their due share, sell the lands patented in my name in the State of Kentucky agreeable to contract to them hereto in for it is to be observed that I reserve half an acre of land for a grave yard, where the grave yard is now fixed to belong to my family forever.
And lastly I do appoint my beloved WIFE MARY RUCKER and my beloved SONS ; AMBROSE RUCKER and ISAAC RUCKER whole and sole Executrix and Executors of this my Last Will and Testament, In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal this third day of December one thousand eight hundred and three.
signed AMBROSE RUCKER {{seal}} 3 December 1803
Signed, Sealed and Acknowledged In presence of:
John Cooney, Henry A. Christian, Anthony Rucker Tinsley Rucker
Memorandium:
Tis ordered in my Will that the land whereon I now live shall be sold to the highest bidder. I hereby direct it shall be sold on credit three annual payments and the money to be divided agreeable to my will.
signed Ambrose Rucker 1st January 1807
At a Court held for Amherst County the 21st day of December 1807:
This last Will and Testament of AMBROSE RUCKER, deceased was proven by the oaths of John Cooney and Anthony Rucker two wittnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded. And I, Isaac Rucker one of the Executors named in said Will, personally came into Court and qualified according to laws, and entered into Bond with Anthony Rucker, David Tinsley, John McDaniel and Benjamin Rucker Jr., his sureties in the penalty of $50,000.00 current Money conditioned as the law directs, certificate is granted him for obtaining a probate thereof in due form.
Teste
At a Court held for Amherst County the 18th day of January 1808. William Ware & Thomas Moore being sworn say they verily believe that the signature to then above instrument of writing was in the proper hand writing of the said Ambrose Rucker.
The same is ordered to be Recorded
Teste
Wm S. Crawford Clerk
Will Book No. 4, pages 481 & 482
Know all men by these presents, that we Isaac Rucker, Anthony Rucker, David Tinsley, Benjamin Rucker, and John McDaniel are held and firmly bound unto Will Loving, James Montgomery, Philip Johnson and John Warwick,
Gentlemen, Issues of the Court of Amherst County, now sitting in the sum of fifty thousand dollars to the payment whereof well and truly to be made to the said Justices and their sucsessors, we bind ourselfs and each of us and each of our heirs,
Executors and Administrators jointly and severally, firmly by those presents.
Sealed with our seals, this 21st day of December in the year of our Lord eighteen hundred and seven and in the 32nd year of the commonwealth...
The Conditions of the above obligation is such, that if the above bound Isaac Rucker one of the Executors of the Last Will and Testament of AMBROSE RUCKER Deceased, do make or cause to be made, a true and perfect inventory of all and singular the goods, chattels and credits of the said deceased, which have or shall come to the hands and possesion of any other person or persons for him and the same so made do exhibit or cause to be exhibited into the County Court of Amherst at such time as he shall be there unto required , the said Courts, and the same goods, chattles and credits, and all other the goods, chattels & credits of the said deceased, which at anytime after shall come to the hands, possesion or knowledge of the said Isaac Rucker or into the hands or possesion of any other person or persons for him do well and truly administer, according to the laws and further then do make a just and true account of his actings and doings therein thereto required by the said Court, and also shall truly pay and deliver all the Legacies contained and specified in the said testament as far as the said goods, chattels and credits, will xxx to attend and the law shall charge, then this obligation to be said and void and of no effect or else to remain in full force and virtue.
signed, sealed and delivered in the presence of the court
teste Heartland DC
Isaac Rucker {{seal}} Anthony Rucker {{seal}} Benjamin Rucker {{seal}} David Tinsley {{seal}} John McDaniel {{seal}}
I, Ambrose Rucker of the County of Bedford and State of Virginia,being weak in body, out of sound and perfect of mind and memory, considering the uncertainty of this mortal life, and being of sound mind and blessed by the Almighty God for in his name, do make and publish this my last Will and Testament,in manner and form following, that is to say, first it is my wish and desire that all my just be prior.
I give and bequeath to my SON TINSLEY RUCKER, four dollars with what I have already given him.
I give unto my SON THOMAS RUCKER, four dollars with what I have here tofore given him.
I give unto my SON GARLAND RUCKER, my tract of land in Kentucky; extra on account of his misfortunes, also one negro boy, named Henry.
I give unto my SON ANTHONY RUCKER, two negroes, Essesco and Little Wat.
I give unto my DAUGHTER FRANCES HANCOCK, two negro boys named Nelson and Peter.
I give unto my SON-IN-LAW JAMES RUCKER, fifty acres of land adjoining the land on which he now lives commencing at one line and running and -----to the other.
I give to my GRAND DAUGHTER EMELY RUCKER, one negro girl, named Harrietta.
I give to my GRANDSON ELISHA HURT, one negro boy, named James.
I give to my SON AMBROSE L. RUCKER, the balance of the two hundred and fifteen acres of land, which I had reserved for myself, together with two negroes, named Reuben and Ewing. He is also to have a share of the present crop, for his two negroes Reuben and Gregory. also half of my stock, of all kinds, one half of all my household and kitchen furniture, together with all my plantation utensils.
I also leave my DAUGHTER NANCY RUCKER, into the hands of my son AMBROSE RUCKER and for which considerations, I further give unto him the following slaves, to wit Davy, George, Wat, Lary, Martha and Rhoda; also the remaining half of my household and kitchen furniture, together with the remaining half of my stock of all kinds.
I appoint ANTHONY and AMBROSE L. RUCKER my Executors to this my Last Will and Testament; I do hereby revoking all former Will by me made. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal, this day date above written..
his mark X Ambrose Rucker {{seal}}
Teste Richard Hobson Jr. Rawley Rather Francis Danizeln
This is my desire, that my SON GARLAND RUCKER take my two old negroes Ned and -----and lastly, it is my desire, that this my codicil by me and made a part of my last will and testament to all intents and my ----- witness of ----,
I have hereunto set my hand and seal This day and date above written.
signed - his mark X Ambrose Rucker {{seal}}
Teste Richard Hobson Jr. Rawley Rather Francis Danizeln
Probate Court held for Bedford County, at the Courthouse: August 27, 1827
The procedding Court, with the Will and Testament together with the Codicil thereto annexed, Of Ambrose Rucker, deceased. Was proved by the oath of Richard Hobson Jr., and Rawley Rather Sen. residing, witnesses, and was ordered to be to be recorded. In an motion of ANTHONY RUCKER, one of the executors, therein names, who made oaths and your bond and securities according to law, certificate was granted him for allowing probate thereof in due form;
AMBROSE L. RUCKER the other named Executor, DECLINED EXECUTORSHIP.
AMBROSE LeGRANDE F. RUCKER, III Died: 17 August 1859 Marion Township, Bourbon County, Kansas Territory
(F.= Franklin or Frederick.??) -------
Bourbon County, Kansas, Index To Willbooks 1867 - 1925 W. David Samuelsen -- Sampubco -- Salt Lake City Index page 14 --- Volume A -- Page 7
Ambrose LeGrande F. Rucker -- MARION Township, Bourbon County, Kansas Territory -------
Will Book Page 174 -- 175 Bourbon County Courthouse ---- Fort Scott, Kansas ------- 174
MY GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER AMBROSE LeGRANDE F. RUCKER, III ------ WILL ------
I, Ambrose L. Rucker of the County of Bourbon in Kansas Territory do make and publish this my last will and testament in manner and form following. ---ovq---
1st,It is my will that all my lawful and just debts be paid.
2nd, I give and bequeath to my WIFE SUSAN RUCKER in lieu of her dower the plantation on which we now reside on Yellow Paint Road in Bourbon County, Kansas Territory, also a land warrant of one hundred sixty acres No. 77097, Issued to Richard Runee/Puree. The 25th day of January 1858 and assigned to me --- during her widowhood or so long as she remains my widdow, and the livestock, Horses, Cattle, Hogs by me now owned, also all the household and furniture and items not particular named and otherwise disposed of in this will closing her widdowhood as afore said --------- She however first disposing of a suffiecency thereof to pay my lawful and just debts as a foresaid and that whenever my said wife shal marry all the property hereby devised or bequeathed to her as aforesaid or so much thereof as may then remain unexpected to my Daughter:
ELIZA J. RUCKER
and Sons:
ELISHA H. RUCKER
THOMAS L. RUCKER
JAMES W. RUCKER
and to them heirs and assigns for ever.
3rd, I give and devise to my SON, WM G. RUCKER one dollar in addition to what I have before given him
4th, I give and bequeath to the heirs of my DAUGHTER Deceased MARY ANN ELIZABETH BARBONEY one dollar in addition to What I have before given their Mother.
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5th, I give and bequeath to my SON, AMBROSE L. F. RUCKER one dollar in addition to what I have before given him.
6th, I give and bequeath to my SON, CLIFTON T. RUCKER one dollar in addition to what I have before given him.
7th, I give and bequeath to my SON, JOHN Q. RUCKER one dollar in addition to what I have before given him.
8th, I give and bequeath to my DAUGHTER, SARAH F. CHAMBERS one dollar in addition to what I have before given her ----
And lastly I hereby constitute and appoint my WIFE, SUSAN RUCKER to be the Executive of this my last will & testament
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand & seal this 24th day of May 1859
signed AMBROSE L. RUCKER {{seal}} Teste
By the request of Ambrose L. Rucker
We Subscribe our names as witnesses David S. Waru Jacob (X his mark) Larue
August the 19th A.D. 1859 Wm Margrave, Judge of Probate
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County of Bourbon } Territory of Kansas,
To all persons to whom these presents shall come grieving:
Know ye that whereas AMBROSE L.F. RUCKER late of the County of Bourbon died intestate as it is said having at the time of his death property in this Territory which may be lost, destroyed or diminished in value of speedy case not taken of the same to the end therefore that said property maybe collected preserved disposed of according to law we do hereby appoint C. T. RUCKER Administrator: Of all and singular the goods and Chatts sights and executes, which were of the said Ambrose L. Rucker at the time of his death with full power and authority to secure and dispose of said property according to the law and collect all money due said deceased and in general to do and preform all other acts and things which are or hereafter may be required of him by law.
In testimony whereof: I, William Margrave, Judge of Probate in and for the County of Bourbon, aforesaid and hereunto sign my name and affix the seal of said Court at office this 17th day of August A.D. 1859
Wm Margrave {{seal}} Judge of Probate
RECORDED: August the 17th A.D. 1859 Wm Margrave, Judge of Probate {{seal}}
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Know all men by these present that we CLIFTON T. RUCKER as Principal and JOHN HAMILTON ISAAC N. WELLS and JOHN D. CHAMBERS
as securities are held and stand firmley bound unto the Territory of Kansas in the final sum of Sixteen hundred dollars to the Payment of which we bind ourselves and ourlegal representational if default be made in the following conditions.
The conditions of the above Bond is that Clifton T. Rucker, administrator of the Estate of AMBROSE L. RUCKER,deceased. Shall faithfully administer said Estate, account for pay and deliver all money and property of said Estate and perform all other things touching said administration required by law on the -----or -----of any event having competent jurisdiction then this bond to be -----attention to remaining in full force
Even under our hands and souls this 17th day of August A.D. 1859
C. T. Rucker {{seal}} John Hamilton {{seal}} Isaac N. Wells {{seal}} John D. Chambers {{seal}}
Recorded, August the 17th A.D. 1859 Wm Margrave, Judge of Probate
------------34 Know by all men by those presents that we SUSAN RUCKER, Executrix of the Estate of AMBROSE L. RUCKER, deceased as principal and WILSON D. BRANCH and JOHN BRANCH as securities are held and stand firmly bound unto the Territory of Kansas in the Final sum of Twenty two hundred dollars to the payment of which we bind ourselves and our legal representational if default be made in the following conditions.
The condition of the above Bond is that of Susan Rucker Executrix of the Estate of Ambrose L. Rucker deceased shall faithfully administrator said Estate Account for, pay and deliver all money and property of said estate and perform all other things touching said administration required by law or the order or excuse of any Court having Jurisdiction then the above bond to be void otherwise to remain in full force and given under our hands and seals, this 19th day of August A. D. 1859
Susan Rucker {{seal}} Wilson D. Branch {{seal}} John Branch {{seal}}
I, Thomes Levy Rucker, being of sound mind and memory, do make, publish and declare this to be my last will and testament, to wit:
FIRST: All my just debts and funeral expences, shall be first fully paid.
SECOND: I give devise and bequeath all the rest residue and remainder of my estate both real and personal to my beloved children:
Bertha Rucker
Elmer Rucker
Lara Rucker
Eva Rucker
Sedalia Rucker
and also my step-son
Milton Wolverton
in equal shares, except my Daughter Sedalia, She will receive two hundred Dolars $200. the most.
THIRD: I, nominate and appoint John McCubbin to be the executor of this my last will and testament, here by revoking all former wills by me madein witnesses wherof I have unto set my hand and seal this 11 day of April A.D. 1899
Thomes. Levy. Rucker. {{seal}}
Signed sealed published and declared as and of his last will and testament, by the above named testor in our presnce who have at his request and in his presence and in the presence of each other sign our names as witnesses there to.
Milton Rambo {{seal}}
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ GENERATION #7. Sedalia RUCKER married: William Burton Dexter ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
GENERATION #8. Violet Laurene DEXTER married: Daniel Carl Eugene Hill ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ GENERATION #9. Carla Virginia HILL married: Donald Orville Leighton ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Title: Marriage Record Article: SOPHIA JANE RUCKER: Born: 1878, Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas Died: Los Angeles, California Burial: California
Married: 14 January 1904 Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas
EMMETT MCDONALD Born: 1873, Lawrence County, Kansas Died: Los Angeles, California Burial: California ___
MARRIAGE LICENSE:
State of Kansas County of Bourbon
To any person authorized by Law to perform the Marriage Ceremony, Greeting: You are hereby authorized to join in marriage Emett McDonald of Fort Scott, Kansas, aged 31 years and SOPHIA J. RUCKER of Fort Scott, aged 26 years, and of this license you will make due return to my office within thirty days.
In testimony whereof, I, B. Hudson, Probate Judge of said County and State, have hereunto signed my name and affixed the seal of said Probate Court, this 14th day of January A.D. 1904
B. Hudson, Probate Judge {{ seal }} ___
CERTIFICATE:
I, Frank Lenig do hereby certify that I solemnized the marriage of EMMETT McDONALD and SOPHIA J. RUCKER at Fort Scott, Kansas on the fourteenth day of January A.D. 1904.
( address Lawrence, Kansas) Frank Lenig, Minister of the Gospel
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Title: Marriage record - Dora A. Rucker and Burton E. Fox Publication Date: 1903 Article: DORA A. RUCKER Born: 1883, Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas Died: Kansas City, Kansas Buried: Kansas
Married: 20 May 1903 Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas
BURTON E. FOX Born: 1882, Independance, Kansas Died: Kansas City, Kansas. Buried: Kansas
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MARRIAGE LICENSE
State of Kansas County of Bourbon
To any person authorized by law to perform the Marriage Ceremony, Greeting:
You are hereby authorized to join in Marriage, BURTON E. FOX of Independence, Kansas, aged 21 years DORA A. RUCKER of Fort Scott, Kansas aged 20 years, and of this license you will make due return to my office within thirty days. In Testimony whereof, I, B. Hudson Probate Judge of said County and State, have hereunto signed my name and affixed the Seal of said Probate Court, this 17th day of May A.D. 1903
B. Hudson, Probate Judge {{ seal }} ___
CERTIFICATE
I, Frank Lenig do hereby certify that I solemnized the arriage BURTON E. FOX and DORA A. RUCKER at Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas on the 20th day of May A.D. 1903.
Frank Lenig, Minister of the Gospel __________________
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Title: Obit Carrie Belle Nutz Rucker Publication Date: 1928 Article: CARRIE BELLE NUTZ RUCKER Wife of William Lee Rucker
THE FORT SCOTT, KANSAS, TRIBUNE -- MONITOR Monday Evening, December 31, 1828
MRS. W. LEE RUCKER, Died at 5 am, Resident for 57 years dies at Mercy Hospital, Was ill for two years.
Member of Eastern Star and Women's Relief Corps -- Belonged to NUTZ FAMILY
Mrs. Carrie Belle Nutz Rucker, wife of W. Lee Rucker, insurance agent of 13 S. Holbrook street, passed away at 5 o'clock this morning at Mercy Hospital, where she had been a patient since October 26th. Mrs. Rucker underwent an operation in 1926 for carcinob--since which time she has suffered severe illness at intervals. Her husband was constantly at her bedside and everything known in science was done to save her life. Mrs. Rucker displayed a cheerful spirit, and even hope, when chatting with friends and relatives. Her sickroom was filled with flowers that were greatly appreciated and during the holidays many kind courtesies were bestowed.
Carrie Belle Nutz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard N. Nutz. Was born in Alton, Ill., March 14,1858, making her 70 years, eight months and seventeen days. Her mother, widowed came to Fort Scott in 1872 and reared a family of ?? sons and two daughters. Mrs. Rucker was the last of the brothers and sisters. The brothers were expert machinists connected with the Old Fort Scott Foundry.
The deceased was thrice married, first to Jacob Smith, former Justice of the Peace and later to J.P. Miller, pioneer Banker, both deceased.
On Christmas day, 1924, she was united in marriage to W.L. Rucker an old schoolmate. Then after many years renewed the friendship and became congential life companions. Mrs. Rucker was a good business woman, managing much real estate industriously. She was a home love and faithful, sincere friend, kindly in cases of sorrow or illness. She had an unfailing sense of humor which made her a merry associate.
She joined Olive Chapter No. 13, O.E.S. April 4, 1893 and was active as an officer for many years. She also served as Noble Grand of the Rebekah Lodge. She kept her membership in the Women's Relief Corps and in the Methodist Ladies Society.
She will be sorely missed by those dear to her.
Mrs. Rucker took an motherly interest in her niece, Miss Margaret Nutz nephews, Harold Nutz of the Tribune Office Leonard Nutz, Wichita Clarence Nutz, Pueblo, Colorado Everett Nutz, Liberty, Missouri Mr. and Mrs. Will Garrison of Joplin, Missouri nephew and neice and other of the late Theo. Nutz visited her also. Mrs. Charles Nutz of Topeka, was a sister-in-law, while Mrs. Ralph Richards is a niece.
The body will lie in state at Konantz Mortuary until the Funeral.
The services will be held Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock pm at the First Methodist Church, Conducted by the pastor, the Rev. H.J. Cockerill.
Burial in Evergreen Cemetery in the family lot.
Pallbearers will be: Upton Snider J.T. Beatty E.C. Bright Ralph Bright Cliff Crain C.R. Hughes. ~~~~~~~~~~
TRIBUTE to MRS. RUCKER:
THE FORT SCOTT, KANSAS TRIBUNE-MONITOR , Thursday, January 3, 1929
Sermon by Rev. H.J. Cockerill at rites yesterday --
Eastern Star Burial Services Among the many sorrowing friends and relatives, who attended the funeral of Mrs. Carrie Belle Rucker yesterday at 2:30 pm at the First Methodist Church were members of the W.R.C. with the colors, and members of Olive Chapter No. 13, O.E.S. whose officers gave the burial service.
More About CARRIE BELLE NUTZ RUCKER: Burial: January 02, 1929 Evergreen Cemetery Bourbon County, Kansas ~~~~~~~
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Title: Lloyd C. EASTER Obituary Article: Son of EFFIE MAY RUCKER Easter
LLOYD C. EASTER: OBITUARY:
Lloyd C. Easter, 81, Wichita, died Saturday, December 4, 1993, Wichita. He was born June 6, 1912, at Fort Scott,
Son of Charles Edward and EFFIE MAY RUCKER Easter. He married Arlene Noggle on March 5, at Iola.
Survivors include his wife
Sons: Larry Easter, Wichita Steven Easter, Cheney, Kansas
Brother: Charles Edward Easter, Big Springs, Texas
Sister: Dora Flood, ElDorado, Kansas
Two grandchildren.
Pastor Charles Barlett will conduct the services at 1:00 pm Tuesday at Resthaven Mortuary, Wichita.
Burial will be in Resthaven Gardens of Memory Garden of Freedom. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 2100 East Douglas, Wichita, Kansas 67214
More About LLOYD C. EASTER: Burial: December 07, 1993 Resthaven Gardens of Memory Garden of Freedom, Wichita, Kansas Cause of Death: Heart Attack
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Title: ABRAHAM LINCOLN LINK RUCKER Article: ABRAHAM LINCOLN LINK RUCKER:
Marriage License - State of Kansas --County of Bourbon
To any person authorized by law to perform the Marriage Ceremony, Greeting
You are hereby authorized to join in Marriage:
Lincoln A. Rucker of Fort Scott Kas, aged 29 years, and Minnie A. Prager of same place, aged 27 years, and of this License you will make due return to my office within thirty days.
In Testimony Whereof, I, R.J. Waters, Probate Judge of said County and State, Have hereunto signed my name and affixed the seal of said Probate Court, this 19th day of November A.D. 1889
signed R.J. WATERS Probate Judge {{seal}} -------
CERTIFICATE:
I, A.B. McCurdy, do hereby certify that I solemnized the Marriage of Lincoln A. Rucker and Minnie Prager, at Fort Scott on the 20th day of November A.D. 1889.
signed A.B. McCurdy Pastor, 1st Baptist Church, Fort Scott, Kansas -------
OBIT:
THE FORT SCOTT, KANSAS TRIBUNE - MONITOR -- 23 February 1948 --
RUCKER, Lincoln Abraham
" LINK RUCKER RITES "
Funeral rites for Lincoln A. Rucker, retired merchant and pioneer resident, who died at his home Friday morning, were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Cheney Memorial Chapel.
The Rev. W.F. Keesecker of the Presbyterian Church conducted services and spoke of Mr. Rucker's pioneer heritage, his long and useful life and his many acts of kindness.
Mrs. Howard Jones played favorite hymns on the chapel organ.
Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery,
with the following serving as pallbearers: Walter Prager, Cliff W. Crain, Ralph Ingham, Charles Hanes, Clifford Gordon, D.P. Gordon.
Out-of town relatives here for the services were: Mr. and Mrs. Carl Rucker, Tulsa; Mr. and Mrs. David Gordon, a Son JACK, and a Daughter ANN of Kansas City..
Mr. Rucker was born in a log cabin near Marmaton and was six months old when Kansas was admitted as a state to the union.
He moved to Coffeyville in 1892, where he was a merchant for 40 years.
Following his retirement in 1936, he came to Fort Scott to make his home.
He was a charter member of the Coffeyville Elks lodge and at one time served as secretary.
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More About ABRAHAM LINCOLN LINK RUCKER: Burial: February 22, 1948, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas
Wife of Link: MINNIE PRAGER: Burial: October 1931, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas
Children of ABRAHAM RUCKER and MINNIE PRAGER: CARL RUCKER JACK RUCKER ANN RUCKER
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Title: CLIFTON TINSLEY RUCKER, Jr. Article: CLIFTON TINSLEY RUCKER, Jr. b. July 1880, Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas; d. May 10, 1881, Fort Scott, Bourbon County, Kansas.
CLIFTON TINSLEY JR RUCKER:
DIED - RUCKER
OBIT: FORT SCOTT DAILY MONITOR Wednesday Morning, May 11, 1881.
On Tuesday evening, May 10th, 1881, at 5 1/2 o'clock.
C.T. Rucker, JR. infant son of C.T. and Sarah Rucker, died of Cholera Infantum, age 9 months and 15 days.
The funeral will take place at the residence of its parents this afternoon at 2 o'clock.
" Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." Although as A wise Father has seen fit to take this little one, who was a sunbeam, in the home now bereft of it, there is a solace in this declaration which can assurage the most poignant grief and disperse the deepest gloom...
More About CLIFTON TINSLEY JR RUCKER: Burial: May 11, 1881, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas Cause of Death: Cholera Infantum
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Title: William Lee Rucker Article: FORT SCOTT TRIBUNE - MONITOR , Fort Scott, Kansas, Saturday Evening, November 27, 1937
LEE RUCKER, BORN IN THIS COUNTY IN 1857, DIES THIS MORNING
The son of Mr and Mrs C. T. Rucker, His birthplace was near Marmaton, 14 September 1857
Funeral Rites Monday
" His death closes a long life that had many interesting incidents and made him a familiar figure here "
William Lee Rucker , better known as Lee Rucker, of 15 South Holbrook Street, a resident of the County all his life, Died this morning at 9:45 at Burke Street Hospital, where he was taken several days ago. Although Mr Rucker had been in failing health the past two years after undergoing a serious operation his health seemed to improve until last week when he suffered a severe Heart Attack and was taken to the hospital. Mr Rucker seemed to improve in the past few days, but was stricken suddenly this morning and death followed immediately. -------
" BORN NEAR MARMATON "
Mr Rucker was well known in the county and the city. Son of: Mr & Mrs Clifton T. Rucker and was born near Marmaton on 14 September 1857. He had lived in the city since 1869. He was united in marriage to MARY CARRIE NUTZ MILLER, who died in 1929.
Mr Rucker leaves one brother: Lincoln A. Rucker of Coffeyville, who had been at the bedside.
Three half-sisters: Mrs Effie Easter, Fort Scott; Mrs Sophia McDonald, LosAngles, California; Mrs Dora Fox, Kansas City, Kansas; and Harold Nutz and Miss Margaret Nutz, a nephew and neice.
Mr Rucker was a very interesting personality. He was very socialble and was an engaging conversationalist. He was well read and was very familar with the History of Fort Scott and the Old Time Residents. Mr Rucker attended The First Methodist Church. -------
" FUNERAL MONDAY AFTERNOON 2 o'clock, at the Konaniz Chapel and interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery. The srvices will be conducted by Dr. C.I. Coldsmith assisted by Dr. B.F. Gaither.
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THE FORT SCOTT TRIBUNE - MONITOR Tuesday November 30, 1937
A 12 -- LINE RUCKER WILL The Entire Estate Goes To Brother, Brief Document Stipulates.
By the Will of the late W.L. Rucker, filed in probate court today, the entire estate of the deceased is left to his brother, Lincoln Rucker of Coffeyville, Kansas, who is made sole beneficiary and executor.The Will made on January 23, 1933, is very brief, containing only 12 lines.
The names of Charles Hanes, Lillian Hurst and C.J. Kirkpatrick, are signed as witnesses.
The WILL reads as follows:
WILL OF W. LEE RUCKER
I, W. Lee Rucker, of the City of Fort Scott, County of Bourbon, State of Kansas, being of sound mind, make this my last will and testament.
I give devise and bequeath all of my property of whatever kind, real and personal, and wheresoever situated, after the payment of any just debts that may constitute a claim upon it at the time of my death, to my brother Lincoln A. Rucker.
I do hereby name and appoint my brother, Lincoln A. Rucker, the sole executor and administrator of this, my last will and testament and to act without bond. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of January, 1933.
Signed W. LEE RUCKER
Witness Charles A. Hanes Witness Lillian Hurst Witness C. J. Kirkpatrick -------
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
In the Matter of the Estate of W. LEE RUCKER, Deceased.
FINAL DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION
On this 3rd, day of October, 1941, at 10 o'clock A.M., of said day, the above entitled matter comes on for hearing on the petion filed herein on the 4th day of September, 1941, of the executor of the Will of W. Lee Rucker, deceased, for the assignment of the residue of said estate to the persons entitled thereto.
And the Petition filed herein this 3rd, day of October, 1941, to correct the description of the following described real estate, to-wit:
Lots One (1) and Three (3), Block Nineteen (19), Couch's Addition to the City of Fort Scott, Kansas.
The Court finds that due notice of the hearing of Final Settlement has been duly given and published as required by law and the Order of the Court, and that proof thereof has been duly filed in this Court.
The Court after hearing the evidence and being duly advised in the premises, further finds that the said decedent died testate on the 27th, day of November, 1937;
that at the time of his death the said decedent resided at Fort Scott, Kansas;
that the said estate has been fully administered;
that all inheritance taxes determined to be due the State of Kansas are paid;
that all estate taxes determined to be due the United States are paid; there being none.
The Court finds that the Petition of Lincoln A. Rucker, Executor of the Estate of W. Lee Rucker, deceased, this day filed praying that the real estate described therein as Lots One (1) and Three (3), Block Nineteen (19), Couch's Addition to the City of Fort Scott, Kansas, be and is hereby corrected and ordered to read as follows, to-wit;
The West Half of the East Half of Lot 1, Block 19, less Railway right-of-way, Couch's Second Addition to the City of Fort Scott, Kansas. ( 203 Heylman )
That the residue of said estate consists of the following described real estate, situated in Bourbon County, Kansas, to-wit:
Lot 7 and North 5 ft. of Lot 9, Block 93, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (15 South Holbrook);
North 40 ft. of Lot 10, Block 128, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (220 South Holbrook);
Lot 5, Block 1, Catholic Church Addition, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (723 South Eddy);
The West Half of the East Half of Lot 1, Block 19, less railway right of way, Couch's Second Addition to the City of Fort Scott, Kansas, (203 Heylman);
Lot 6, Block 22, Couch's Second Addition, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (412 Heylman);
Lot 5, Block11, Wilson's Addition, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (115 North Crawford);
Lots 1, 3 and 5, Block 207, City of Fort Scott, Kansas (302 E. Seventh St.);
Lot 18, Block 16, Tower Hill Subdivision of Blackett's Addition, City of Fort Scott, Kansas ( 1120 Horton Street )
and personal property as follows, None; that in and by his last will, duly admitted to probate herein, the decedent devised and bequeathed to Lincoln A. Rucker, all of the above and foregoing described property.
IT IS THEREFORE BY THE COURT DECREE, that the above described real estate and personal property and all other estate of the decedent within the State of Kansas, subject to any lawful disposition heretofore made, be and the same is hereby assigned to and vested in the said Lincoln A. Rucker, and his Petition for Final Settlement Approved.
The Court further finds that there remains due the Court, the sum of $9.80 Court Costs, and upon said Executor paying into Court the said sum, That he be discharged from all further liability as such Executor.
J. A. Stanton Probate Judge.
Prepared by A. M. Keene, Attorney for Lincoln A. Rucker, Executor -------
More About WILLIAM LEE RUCKER: Burial: November 29, 1937, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas Cause of Death: Heart Attack Medical Information: Failing health for past two years, after undergoing a serious operation. Heart Attack a week ago. Another and he died immediatly.
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Title: Sarah Frances Rucker Article: THE FORT SCOTT TRIBUNE--MONITOR Wednesday, December 28, 1910
Funeral Services Tomorrow
Rev. Satterlee will conduct Funeral of Mrs. C.T. Rucker Burial in Evergreen
The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Frances Rucker, wife of C.T. Rucker, Former SHERIFF of Bourbon County, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the home, south of the city. The deceased was a member of the Methodist Church and Rev. Satterlee, pastor of the church, will conduct the funeral service.
The body will be taken to Evergreen cemetery for burial.
Mrs. Bert Fox of Independence, Kansas and Mrs. Emmett McDonald of Coffeyville, two daughters of the deceased. Mrs. C.E. Easter the only other child, lives southwest of the city..
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Rucker, Sarah Frances, Place of death: 6 miles south of Fort Scott Age at death: 61 years, 0 months, 6 days, Hour of death 2:25 pm, Physician E. B. PAYNE. Services: Evergreen, 28 December 1910, 10:30am
More About SARAH FRANCES JENNINGS: Burial: December 28, 1910, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas
------- BORN: 28 January 1849 DIED: 27 December 1910
WIFE #2 of CLIFTON TINSLEY RUCKER
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Title: FIRST COUPLE TO MARRY IN MARMATON TOWNSHIP, BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS Article: FIRST COUPLE TO MARRY IN MARMATON TOWNSHIP, BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
Marriage Certificate Territory of Kansas County of Bourbon
This certifies that on the 16th of October A.D. 1856, the rites of Matrimony were solomized between Clifton T. Rucker of Franklin County, Missouri and Nancy E. Chambers of Bourbon County, Kansas. This 1st day of December 1856
C. R. RICE ------- Recorded this 26th day of December, 1856 A.F. Harley, clerk ______________ Notes for: NANCY ELLEN CHAMBERS Marriage to Clifton Tinsley Rucker ended in DIVORCE -------
*** MRS RUCKER DEAD ***
The Fort Scott Daily Monitor, Wednesday, 28 February 1900
Mother of Link and Lee Passed Away at 6 o;clock pm
Mrs. Nancy E. Rucker, one of Fort Scott's oldest and highly respected citizens, died last night at 6 o'clock at her home, 753 South National Avenue, after a breif illness. Death was caused by CANCER. She was about 65 years old and was the mother of Link and Lee Rucker. She was taken seriously sick about two weeks ago. Link Rucker was notified by telegram and came up from Coffeyville Monday night being at her bedside when she died. Lee Rucker is in the West, but it is probable that he will be here for the Funeral which will be held tomorrow afternoon. The deceased came here in the early days and was a worthy Christain lady whose high standing in the community cultivated a large aquaintance. -------
The Fort Scott Daily Monitor, Thursday, March 1, 1900
The funeral of the late MRS. NANCY RUCKER who died Tuesday evening of CANCER of the LIVER, will be held from the residence 753 South National Avenue this afternoon at 2 p.m. ...
Burial will be made in Evergreen Cemetery. -------
More About NANCY ELLEN CHAMBERS: Burial: March 01, 1900, Evergreen Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas Cause of Death: Liver Cancer
BORN: 05 April 1837 DIED: 27 February 1900
WIFE #1 of CLIFTON TINSLEY RUCKER...
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Title: SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER Article: Death Notice:
SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER b: Tennessee or North Carolina.? I need Record of Birth.? d: 27 February 1868 - Marmaton, Bourbon County, Kansas Bu: Marmaton Cemetery, Bourbon County, Kansas.? m: Franklin County, Missouri Widow of Ambrose LeGrand F. Rucker, lll _______
Executor of the Estate: William Branch - Brother ___
State of Kansas County of Bourbon
WILLIAM BRANCH being duly sworn executor for the deceased. SUSAN RUCKER dec'd without a WILL and ---------- content of his knowledge and belief, Names and place of residence of the heirs of the deceased as follows, to - wit;
ELIZA JEAN RUCKER, Bourbon County,
ELISHA HURT RUCKER, Bourbon County,
THOMAS LEVI RUCKER, Bourbon County,
JAMES WILSON RUCKER, Bourbon County.
signed WILLIAM BRANCH Administrator
Subscribed and Sworn before me, this 4th day of March 1868.
PASCHEL BUCK, Probate Judge
CARLA in OREGON
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Title: AMBROSE L.F. RUCKER Article: AMBROSE L.F. RUCKER was FOUNDER of " RUCKERS PRAIRIE ", MISSOURI Established the First Post Office, 22 December 1853, served as the FIRST Postmaster until 15 May 1858.
Ruckers Prairie was later renamed Lubbering, Missouri. _____
522 Harvard Street, NW, Washington D. C. 21 February 1920
Judge Robert B. Denny Jackson, Missouri
Dear Judge Denny:
Ruckers Prairie Post Office was established 22 December 1853 and discontinued, 21 November 1861
The following Postmasters served there:
Ambrose L.F. Rucker - 22 December 1853 to 15 May 1858
T.C.G. Jones - 15 May 1858 to 18 January 1859
L.T. Jones - 18 January 1859 to 7 March 1860
William Russell - 7 March 1860 to 18 July 1860
Jeremiah Russell - 18 July 1860 to 21 November 1861
Have you any idea about what Section, Township and Range this Postoffice was located in or can you give me an idea who owns the land now, so I can hunt it up on the map?
Will appreciate any help or clue to help given. Notations hereon will answer.
Yours very truly, Herman G. Kiel per R.J.K.
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Title: WILLIAM LEVI BRANCH, Jr Article: WILLIAM LEVI BRANCH, Jr. (known as LEVI)
b: 1792 in North Carolina d: 1849 in Union, Franklin County, Missouri Bu: --?-- Cemetery, Franklin County, ? Missouri ? m: 1813 Nancy Branch Cumberland County, North Carolina. Nancy and Levi were COUSINS
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State of Missouri County of Franklin
The State of Missouri to all persons to whom these presenters come; Greeting.
Know ye that wereas LEVI BRANCH, late of the County of Franklin; died intestate as it is said having at the time of his death properties in this state which be lost due to my --?-- er or diminished in value if speedy care be --?-- takers of the same to the end therefore that the said property may be collected preserved and disposed of according to law.
We do hereby appoint WILLIAM BRANCH Administrator of all and --?-- ular the goods and chattels. in 8ths and credits which were of the said LEVI BRANCH at the time of his death with full power and authority to secure and dispose of said properity according to the law and collect all moneys due said deceased and in general to do and perform all other acts which are or hereafter may be required of him by law..
In testimony whereof I, C.J. Jeffnes, Clerk of the County Court in and for the County of Franklin
Appeared, have herewith Signed My name and affixed the seal of said Court at Office this Fourteenth day of May A D 1849.
C.J. Jeffnes Clerk
Recorded May 14, 1849 {{ seal }}
_____________________
Children: Susan Elizabeth Branch Rucker John Carrol Branch William Branch Wilson Devalson Branch
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Title: SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER Article: Estate of SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER ___
WILLIAM BRANCH Administration of the Estate of the said SUSAN RUCKER
For Medical Attendance and Medicine, furnished Mrs SUSAN RUCKER and Family from September 12th 1866 to February 23rd 1868. Twenty Two Dollars $22.00 ___
County of Bourbon State of Kansas
Before me John Todd a Justice of the Peace in and for said County personally appeared M.D. Elder agent of above named W.G. Elder who made solemn oath that there is justly due on the above claim the sum of $22.00 that no payments have been made thereon, and that there are no offers to against the same to his knowledge.
M.D. Elder, agent for W. G. Elder M.D.
Sworn to and subscribed before me this 4th day of October 1870
John Todd, Justice of the Peace
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Fort Scott, Kansas December 10th, 1870
For Mrs SUSAN RUCKER.
Five visits and medicine $35.00
N.N. Horton M.D.
MEDICAL Bill turned into the Estate of Susan Rucker. Dr. Horton claims that it is Justly Due..
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FINAL SETTLEMENT of the ESTATE of SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER Recorded: 30 April 1874 ___
SUSAN ELIZABETH BRANCH RUCKER: Born: 1814 - Tennessee or North Carolina.? Died: 1868 Marmaton, Bourbon County, Kansas Burial: 1868 Marmaton Cemetery, Marmaton, Bourbon County, Kansas.?
Marriage Record: December 23, 1846 to Ambrose LeGrand F. Rucker, lll Book B, Page 038-2 Franklin Co. Courthouse, Union, MO. ___
Parents: William Levi Branch, Jr. & Nancy Branch (cousins) ---- Brothers: John Carrol Branch William Branch Wilson Devalson Branch
History of Rush county Indiana 1888 Brant & Fuller Chicago John Arnold, M. D. one of Rush County's senior physicians and a very scholarly gentleman, was born on the Isle of Wright, January 14, 1815. He was the son of John and Mary A. (Cole) Arnold, the former of whom was the son of Richard and Mary (Bull) Arnold, and the latter was the daughter of James and Sarah (Dennett) Cole. Both his paternal and maternal ancestors were of English extraction, and had resided upon the Isle of Wright for more than three centuries. In 1821, when the subject of this sketch was but six years old, his mother and her children, in company with her brother-in-law, Isaac Arnold and his family set out for America, with her husband had come to locate a home a year previous. He had left his native Isle, in company with his brother, Richard Arnold, on the 20th of May, 1820, and on reaching this country, he came on westward to Rush county, and on the 1st Monday in October, 1820, he entered a 160 acre tract of land in Union Township, where he settled down and immediately set about preparing a home for his family, who was soon to join him in the wilderness. In the following year he went on horseback to Philadelphia, where in September, he met his wife and children, and the re-united family made haste to reach their Rush County home, when they arrived October 21, 1821. The development of a farm was at once begun, and in the course of a few years the forest was converted into beautiful and well-tilled fields; and with other corresponding improvements, the cabin and forest were replaced with a comfortable home and a good farm. That farm, which has ever since been known as "Arnold's Home" has, since the day it was entered, been in possession of the Arnold family, and it is now owned by the subject of this sketch. In 1824, John Arnold, Sr. moved his family to Cincinnati, where, for two years, he was engaged in the clothing business. In 1826, he removed to Aurora, this state, and they're engaged in general merchandising. While a resident of that place, on the 2nd day of July 1826, he was bereaved of his beloved wife, and his children of their affectionate mother. On meeting with this misfortune he determined to return with his children to his farm in this county, which he did the following year. There he opened a store, which he conducted in connection with his duties as Postmaster, for about ten years. He continued upon the farm until 1855, when he moved to Connersville, and there spent the rest of his life, his death occurring June 26, 1864. At twelve years of age, or in 1828, the subject of this sketch became a student at the first academic school ever taught in Rushville, which was presided over by Dr. William B. Laughlin. After pursuing his studies with diligence for one year, he spent a short time upon the farm, and in May, 1830, he entered the preparatory department of Miami University, at Oxford Ohio, in which institution he remained four years, completing the junior year. He then returned home, and after spending some time recruiting his health, which had become somewhat impaired, he entered upon the study of medicine with Dr. Jefferson Helm, who was then practicing at Vienna, now Glenwood, this county. November 6, 1836, he was licensed to practice medicine and immediately afterward he formed a partnership with his preceptor Dr. Helm, with whom he was associated until 1841. By this time the state of Dr. Arnolds health was such as to seriously threaten his life, and realizing that it was necessary in some way to check the disease which was fast gaining hold of him, he concluded to make a trip to England and his native land, believing that the change of habits and climate which the trip would occasion would either benefit him or produce fatal result. In August 1841, he started on his long journey, and at the end of about fifteen months he returned with his health fully recovered. Early in 1843, he located in Connersville, and there he was actively and successfully engaged in the practice of his profession for a period of ten years. His practice was very extensive, and was frequently more than he could attend. In 1853, he purchased the Old Arnold homestead in this county, upon which he located and where he continued to reside until 1877, giving his attention to the practice of medicine and to the management of his farm. He then became a resident of Rushville, where he has since practiced his profession. The marriage of Dr. Arnold occurred December 25, 1838, when Sarah Ann Ball became his wife. She was born in Fayette County, being the daughter of Abner Ball, who was among the first settlers of Fayette County. Doctor Arnold and wife are the parents of four children, three of whom are living. They are: Mary Ann, who is the wife of Hamilton R. Holmes, of Mobile, Ala, William W., who received a diploma from Philadelphia medical college, in 1886, and at present he is successfully engaged in the practice of medicine at Colorado Springs, Col. The third child is John Arnold, who is a farmer by occupation, and resides in White Co., Ark., and Abner who died in infancy. Doctor Arnold and wife are members of the Presbyterian Church. The political affiliations of the former have always been with the Whig and Republican parties. He takes a lively interest in politics, and uses every available instrumentality to promote the welfare of his party. While not an agriculturist, in fact, his sympathies have always been with the improvement of the condition of the agricultural classes and for a number of years he has been identified with various societies having for their object, the dissemination and utilization of the latest and most approved methods for the farming community. He is a member of the Rush County Agricultural Society, and has been Secretary of the Farmers' and Stock Growers' Union Association, of Rush, Shelby, Bartholomew and Decatur counties He is a member of the Rush Medical Society, the Union Distric Medical Society, the Indiana State Medical Society, the Medical Association of the Mississippi Valley and of the American Medical Association, in every one of which he has frequently been honored with positions of trust and distinction. Doctor Arnold has always been actively with the Old Settlers' Association and has been officially connected with the society ever since its formation. As a writer, he has exhibited remarkable skill and fluency, and in that capacity his historical sketches and his "Remininisinces of an old settler", a series of articles published in the Rushville Republican, have all been read with interest and have given him considerable of a reputation. He is a man of positive convictions and he does not hesitate to speak his sentiments in support of what he considers to be right. He possesses a vivid recollection of the scenes and incidents of pioneer life, and there is certainly no other living person who is so familiar with the country's early history. He is a man that has always exhibited public spirit, and there has probably been no enterprise within the radius of his associations, having for its object, the general welfare of the public, with which he has not been conspicuously identified. His portrait is presented in this volume.
Title:
Brewer - Elizabeth
Source:
The Advent Review and Sabbath Herald
Publication Date:
June 19, 1924
Article:
Elizabeth Brewer was born in Richview, Ill., 1844; and died in Denver, Colorado, April 20, 1924. In 1860 she was married to George H. Brewer. Sister Brewer was preparing for baptism at the time she was taken sick, having recently accepted the truth. She is survived by one daughter, two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and two sisters.
Submitted by G.W. Anglebarger to the Advent Review and Sabbath Herald I have no further connection to this family or individual
Two of our fellow citizens Messrs Henry and Able Tourtillott started for Colorado on Monday last. These gentlemen are Oconto's oldest Pioneers, having been among the first to settle in this place. They, are on a prospecting route and if that country should suit them better than this, they will send for their families in the spring. Mr. Thomas Judkins, of this city is already in that part of the country and has written glowing accounts, both as to the climate and wages, and on the strength of his recommendation these gentlemen started for that land "beyond the Mississippi." We shall expect to see them return during the next summer perfectly satisfied with Oconto."
MONROE Monroe, July 2. .....Joseph Striker has resigned his position with A. Radtke and engaged in business ......The city marshal has been ordered to place cups at all the drinking fountains ....Ed G. J. Lauer has placed a handsome soda fountain in his "Model" bakery .....The funeral of Mrs. John Kleeman was held yesterday and was largely attended ....John Schrouder is suffering from the flammation in the optic nerves of his right eye and is not able to be on duty at his shop ....Mrs. E. F. Flint and friend, Miss James, of Carleton are guests of Mrs. W.C. Sterling, Jr .....W.C. Sterling, Jr., returned from Cincinnati last night ....W.C. Sterling and Son have a handsome terra cotta colored boy to inform the public of their place of business (from Kathy: how awful) .......Miss Lillian Gage, of Saginaw, is the guest of Miss Della (or Delia) B. Hurd .....Walter Wing accompanies his uncle, W.C. Sterling, to Omer tonight ....Miss Anna Taylor is enroute to Oakland, California, where she will spend her vacation ....Miss Eugene Allen, of Milan, is the guest of Monroe friends .....Wm. Mejer, of Cleveland, (Ohio) is sojourning with Monroe friends and relatives ....Faust F. Crampton is home from Ann Arbor (Michigan) for his vacation ....Mrs. Harry H. Mulholland is visiting at Denver, Colorado ....Miss Mamie Keegan is entertaining Miss Sadie Priest, of Jackson, Michigan ....Thomas Keegan, of Sandusky, is visiting Monroe friends ...Miss Nellie M. Turner is home from Ann Arbor to spend her vacation.
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