Clay County MO Archives News.....Deaths in Newspaper 1876 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/mo/mofiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Ronald J. Reid rreid21@cox.net October 28, 2007, 1:28 pm The Liberty Tribune 1876 DEATHS IN THE LIBERTY TRIBUNE, CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI The following death notices appeared in The Liberty Tribune, Liberty, Clay County, Missouri during the year of 1876. Some the deaths did not occur in Clay County. The date of publication is shown prior to the listed item(s). Jan 7, 1876: Mrs. Mary Payne, consort of the late Elder A.H. Payne, who was so brutally murdered by soldiery in 1864, died at her residence near Plattsburg on the 28th ult., aged 70 years. She has ceased from her labors and has joined her murdered husband in the “land of the blessed.” May her Christian example be followed. Mrs. Snider, of Kearney, died on the 25th inst. In Memoriam. At the Catholic Convent in this City of, - Miss Bridget Costelloa, - who departed this life Dec. 28th, 1875 – fortified by the last rites of the Church. In the season of joy and festivity death makes a visitation, and a Christian soul passes beyond the confines of the tomb. The deceased was a native of the County of Clare, Ireland, and was about 65 years of age. At 3 o’clock on the eve. of Dec. 29th, after Funeral Services by Rev. Father Hanley, who gave a very affecting discourse on the life of deceased, - the body was taken for interment to the Old Cemetery, attended by a large concourse of friends. And as the earth has now closed over her mortal remains, this simple tribute we indite, as a memorial of her example and a token of her worth. In faith and practice, a Catholic, her life was spent in the exercise of true devotion, and her daily walk was such that, “though in the world she was not of it.” Her Christian humility casts a halo of glory round her name, and her memory will be fondly cherished by relatives, friends, and associates, long after it has been enrolled amongst the inheritors of heaven. Requiescat in pace. Jan 14, 1876: Tribute of Respect. At a meeting of Gallation Grange, No. 714, on the 11th of December, 1875, a committee was appointed to draw a memorial of respect for Sister Mellville Thompson, who died on the 4th ult., which committee presents the following: Again the angel death hath visited our little band and plucked another gem fro the Redeemer’s crown, altho’ He has given us sufficient warning, yet how hard, Oh! how hard it was for us to yield to His stern, relentless grasp, and yet it seems as if this unwelcome messenger always takes the brightest. Gone, yes, she hath gone; but oh! sisters, what hath she bequeathed unto us? Could we ask a greater boon than her noble example of womanly purity. Mrs. Mellville Thompson, one of Clay’s oldest and most respected citizens, loved and honored by all who knew her, closed the spotless record of an immortal life December 4th, 1875. She breathed her last out quietly as her spirit took its flight to the ethereal regions of Him who gave it, while her body be committed to Mother earth. Yes, beneath flower-starred turf the Angle form was laid – she a fairer flower blighted on earth, but to bloom again in Heaven. Being a native of Virginia, born in Fauquier co., of that State, on the 19th of May, 1808, where she resided until the time of marriage to her now bereaved husband, Col. Jesse Thompson, August 20th, 1820, when they removed to Indiana in September flowing, where they remained seven years, thence to Clay county, where she lived until the time of her death. She reared a respectable family and lived to see them all married and settled in life, (save one an affectionate daughter) by whom she will be greatly missed, for she was a fond, indulgent mother; but weep not fair daughter, remember your loss is but her gain. She was useful to society, very intelligent, being well versed in sacred and profane history, as well as the literature and general intelligence of the day. The sublime truth, as revealed in the book of life, was the guide of her faith and practice. She hath crossed the mystic river, From sin and sorrow now set free, The pearly portals open for her. The great king saith dwell with me. Resolved, That we bow with submission to the will of God, and that we try to learn and remember the lesson of wisdom which this dispensation is designed to teach, and while cherishing a memory for the dead we will practice mercy, truth, justice and love to the living. Resolved, that this Grange extends their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved husband and children, and though it fails to restore their lost one, let it be one drop of consolation in this their time of trouble. Resolved, That one copy of these resolutions be sent to the Tribune office and one to the Advance office for publication, and a copy to her husband. Kate Holt, Fannie Wild, Martha Broadhurst, Committee. Feb 4, 1876: Sudden Death. Mrs. Scarce, wife of Robert Scarce, of Clinton County, and daughter of the late Judge Robert Adkins, of this county, died very suddenly of heart disease, on Sunday night last at the residence of her brother, R.S. Adkins, of this city. She retired at night in her usual health, and when called in the morning was found to be dead, the body being still warm. Mrs. S. was a lady of rare accomplishments and intellect, and beloved by all who knew her, and her sudden death will be sincerely mourned by numerous friends and relatives. Truly, “In the midst of life we are in death.” Her remains were taken t Clinton county for burial. Miss Susie Younger died on the 27th ult., and was buried by the Order of Good Templars at New Hope Cemetery. She was much beloved by her acquaintances. Feb 11, 1876: Mrs. Fanny Pettigrew, wife of Mr. Joseph Pettigrew, died in Fishing River Township on Saturday last. A good woman has gone to meet her reward. Feb 18, 1876: Dr. Nathan Kouns died at the residence of his son, C.F. Kouns, in Callaway county, Feb. 5, 1876, aged about 81 years. He was the first physician and the first postmaster of Fulton. Independence, Mo., Feb. 14. – While attending a friend who was having her teeth fixed by Dr. Parker of this city this afternoon, Mrs. Graham was suddenly taken in an apoplectic fit. She was taken to the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Vaile, where she now lies in a precarious condition, her death being looked for at any moment. She has since died. Mar 10, 1876: Died, at her residence in Kansas City on Tuesday the 7th inst., after a short illness, Mrs. Candis Bogy, wife of Dr. A.M. Bogy, and daughter of Mr. Joshua D. Parks, of this county, aged about 26 years. She was a lady of rare Christian and intellectual qualities, and her death will be deeply deplored by relatives and friends. Mrs. Elizabeth Wrigley, wife of Wm. Wrigley, died at her residence in this city, on the 6th inst., aged about 36 years. A good woman has passed away. Mar 17, 1876: Emma, daughter of Jas. Easton, of Kearney, died on the 11th inst. Miss Maggie Thompson, daughter of the late Judge J.T.V. Thompson, died in this city on Saturday last, aged about 27 years. Obiturary. O’Fallon DeWitt, the son of John T. and Elizabeth H. Land, departed this life March 9th, 1876, aged 4 years and seven months. He was an amiable child. He was the object of the tenderest care of a fond father, almost adored by his mother; dearly beloved by hi brothers and sisters and numerous friends. Alas! how soon can our brightest earthly prospects be blighted forever. How suddenly our fondest anticipations are thwarted! How inscrutable the providence of our God! Though there is no power to bring back loved ones, though there are no footprints found from heaven to earth, yet, blessed be God, there is a well defined path to those we fondly love. There will be no more parting. There will no more sickness, no more death. E’er sin could blight or sorrow fade Death came with friendly care The opening bud to heaven conveyed And bade it blossom there. He rests in realms of light and love He dwells upon the mount of glory He basks in beams of bliss above And shouts to tell his happy story, Far from a world of sin and strife He now enjoys a heavenly life, And joins to praise and shout and sing And make the heavenly arches ring. Could we but hear his little tongue, So sweetly sing his heavenly song Could we but see his smiling face, Delighted with that happy place, We could not wish him back again, But say, dear one, with God remain, We’ll try to gain that happy shore, Where those we meet will part no more. No let us strive the prize to gain! Let’s come to Christ, with Him remain, Then we shall share in Jesus’ love And meet your dear little boy above. S.C. Mar 24, 1876: Death of T.J. Harper. We regret to announce the death of Mr. Thos. J. Harper, which occurred on Saturday last at the residence of his father-in-law, Mr. Jas. M. Keller, of consumption. He was buried on Sunday – his funeral being preached by Elder G.W. Longan, after which he was buried by the Masonic Order, of which he was a shining light. Mr. Harper was one of our most enterprising and respected business men, as well as one of our most honored citizens, and his death will be read with regret by all who enjoyed his acquaintance. He leaves a wife and several children to deplore their irreparable bereavement. Died. In Clay co., Mo., on Thursday, 9th inst., at 7 o’clock p.m., of membranous croup, O’Fallon DeWitt, infant son of John S. and Lizzie Land, aged 4 years and seven months and seven days. IN MEMORIAM. “Leaves have their time to fall, And flowers to wither at the North wind’s breath. And stars to set; but all! Thou hast all seasons for think own O death!” Oh! why should we weep for the early dead, Who have passed to the quiet tomb, In all the flush of his fair young day, Untouched by sorrow’s gloom? Happy for him, that he has gone, While his was a rose-hued life; Before he had learned the weariness of life, The cares of our after strife. Without a stain on his guileless youth, Or a cloud in his sunny sky, In the might of his trusting innocence Do we fear that he should die? No, ‘tis not a dread for his unknown fate That causes these bitter tears; ‘Tis the blight that has fallen on our hearth That will darken our hearts for years; We weep for the prattling childish voice, The smiling lips and the dancing eyes, That will no more our coming greet. We miss him at morning, at noon, at night, We yearn for him even in sleep; The gladness of youth seems gone with him, Surely we well may weep. But remember the stroke that took him hence, Was sent by your Father God! And, with meek bowed heads and trusting hearts, Received his chastening rod! And ever look up through your falling tears, To the promises Christ has given. The ties He has loosened from earthly things Are but binding you closer to Heaven! Little Fallie o’er whom you’re grieving now, Whose absence you here deplore, You shall find again in that upper world, “Not lost, but gone before!” B. Mar 31, 1876: In Memoriam. Holt, Mo., March 23, 1876: At a regular meeting of Holt Lodge No. 817, I.O.O. of G.T., the following was unanimously adopted: Whereas, Death has again visited our Lodge and removed from our midst, our worthy Christian, Sister Clara Arnold, whose name stood upon the roll of our Lodge as one of our most worthy members and Christian sisters. Resolved, That we bow with humble submission to the will of our Divine Master, knowing that He doeth everything for the best and our loss is her eternal gain. Resolved, That we extend to the Parents and Relatives of our deceased sister, our most sincere sympathies, and that we wear a badge of mourning for twenty days. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the Parents, and to the Liberty Tribune for publication. H.O. Greason, D.W.C. Towne, Josie Holt, Committee. Died, on Sunday evening at 3 o’clock, P.M., Susan H. Wade, wife of John W. Wade, of Edgarton, Mo., and daughter of Jacob and Virginia L. Creek, of Clay county. She was born Jan. 8, 1841, and married March 19th, 1863, and died March 19, 1876. She united herself to the Baptist Church in the year 1855, living strictly up to the rules of the church, and died in full assurance of a better world – leaving four children and a husband, besides many friends and relatives, to mourn her loss. A Friend. Tribute. Whereas, under the dispensation of him whose wisdom surpasseth human understanding, there has been removed from the communion and watchcare of this Lodge that faithful craftsman Thos. J. Harper, Esq. Therefore, resolved by its Master Wardens and brothers as follows, to wit: 1st. That we found in the lamented brother a courteous gentleman, a man of the most delicate sense of honor, a friend in whom was no guile, a Mason always deeply impressed with the high and enduring character of his Masonic duties, and most true in their performance, a citizen obedient to the moral as well as the civil law, a loving father and husband, and one, moreover, for whom had been cleft the Rock of Ages. 2d. That we tender our condolence and abiding sympathy t the mourning family and friends of he departed brother, and bid them rest in the pleasing hope, that the mortal has only put on immortality, and that he now only awaits, on the shores of the eternal kingdom, among the spirits of just men made perfect, the coming of those who will put o the same armor of purity manliness, and Christian grace. 3d. That our lodge room shall be draped in mourning, and that we will wear the usual emblems of it, for the period of thirty days in memory of our deceased brother and friend. 4th. That we direct that this preamble and resolutions be entered at large on the records of the Lodge; that a copy hereof properly endorsed, and under the seal of the lodge, be forwarded to our lamented brother’s family, and that copies be sen to the county newspaper with request that they be published. D.C. Allen, Sam’l Hardwick, W.W. Dougherty, Committee P.B. Grant. Mr. Van Wymore lost a promising little boy, of diptheria, last week. Apr 7, 1876: Died, at the residence of John Wilson on the 9th inst., Harrison w. Miller, aged 52 years. Misfortunes never come singly. But a few months ago Mr. John W. Collins lost a young and lovely daughter, and now he is called upon to mourn the death of another – Miss Fanny W., aged about 16 years. She died on Wednesday of that dread disease, consumption. He and his little family have the sincere sympathies of this community in their great afflictions. Died, in this city, Saturday, March 25th, of Dyphtheria, little Martin, infant son of Martin V. and Isabella Wymore, aged 8 months and 19 days. Beautiful gates, he’s passed them by. Beautiful gates, beyond the sky, Martin has gone like a sunbeam from our sight, To shine like a star by the gates of light; To shine like a star on that sinless shore, Where sorrow and death may come no more; Where the good and true forever rest, By the beautiful gates, embalmed and closed. Oh, beautiful gates! when life is done, We’ll pass thy portals one by one! One by one, we’ll clasp and hold Our dear ones by the gates of gold. Apr 14, 1876: Death of John N. Estes. The Lever of Plattsburg says: “Died in Maysville, Mo., on the 3d inst., of fever and pleurisy, Mr. John N. Estes, formerly of Liberty. He had been employed principally, within doors during the winter, but had taken a trip in Clinton and Buchanan counties on business, and was exposed to the last severe snow storm, which, no doubt, was the cause of his death. He leaves a wife and four children, with many friends to mourn his loss. The wife of Wm. Bratton died at her home in Mo. City Monday, and the day previous the wife of Jas. Mitchell died. Both excellent ladies. D.W. Arnold, an old citizen of Pike county, committed suicide on the 5th. The wife of Gen. B.F. Butler, who died in Boston on Saturday from the effects of a cancer, was the daughter of Dr. Israel Hildreth, of Lowell, and was an actress for about five years of her earlier life. Her last appearances were at Cincinnati in 1842, as Rosalind and Ion. Apr 21, 1876: Mrs. Lucy Davidson, daughter of the late Wm. Tillery, died at her residence near this city, on Sunday morning last. She was a lady of lovely character, and her death is mourned by a large circle of relatives and friends. Judge John W. Colvin, of the Court of Criminal Correction, died of congestion of the heart and lungs at his residence in St. Louis, on Wednesday last at 6:30 P.M. In Memoriam. Died, on the 4th inst., at the residence of her father Mr. John W. Collins, two miles south of Liberty, Miss Fannie W. Collins in the 16th year of her age. How often in life’s varied experience we are called upon to part with our most loved objects! Of all such calls none causes such piercing agony as that of which Death is the herald. His chilling breath falls upon the fair bud of promise, the unfolding blossom or the full blown flower, and cherished hopes are blasted, developing loveliness vanishes and attained beauty decays. At the same time the tenderest cords of affection are broken and sorrow’s keenest darts pierce the hearts of remaining friends. Death has again come with his message of sorrow into our midst and has removed one of he fairest of our opening flowers. Many are the hearts that have been caused to throb with unwonted anguish by the death of Miss Fannie Collins. She combined with rare perfection the qualities which go to make up a lovely character. She had ever been a fond and dutiful daughter, a loving and loved sister. Long will the vacant chair at the family board cause sadness to the bereaved, and never can her image be blotted from their memories. As a friend she was obliging and true To know her was to love her, and the circle of her friends was limited only by the number of her acquaintances. Around these amiable qualities she had lately thrown the graces of a faithful, submissive, and devoted Christian life. Thus while friends can but feel sadly bereaved, the summons of the Angel of Death was to her a message of mercy. She did not shrink at the call, for the rappings of the heavenly messenger were so gentle and their presence, so glorious that she could but say, “It is sweet to die.” Calmly as the lightest zephyr of summer’s eve her gentle spirit took its departure. How triumphant her death! Well may Christians, on witnessing such a victory, say with God’s servant of old, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.” Apr 28, 1876: Death of James M. Watkins. It is with the deepest regret we record the death of James M. Watkins. HE died at his residence on Sunday morning last. He was in town the day before, and complained of not feeling well, went home, took some medicine, and died next morning – being violently taken while the family were at breakfast – nothing serious being anticipated by the members of his family. He was about 60 years of age, and had been a citizen of Clay county for near fifty years. He was one of our leading and most enterprising citizens, and his death is a calamity to the county. No man stood higher – combining as he did in an eminent degree, all the elements that go to make up the true gentleman, good citizen, neighbor, and kind and indulgent husband and father. We have known him intimately for thirty years (at times when he was worried by the cares and anxieties of life, but in no instance did he ever compromise his integrity. He lived and died without a blemish on his character. May he wake to life eternal. We sincerely condole with his family in their sad and irreparable bereavement. From Arnold Station. Mrs. Mary J. Gibson died on the 11th inst., after a short illness, leaving many relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Died, in Clay county, on the 20th inst., of pulmonary consumption, Samuel A. Davidson, youngest son of the late A.S. Davidson, in the nineteenth year of his age. May 5, 1876: James Davidson died on the 22d ult., near Shoo Fly, of consumption, aged about 30 years. His brother died of the same disease 48 hours previous. Providence Locals. The community was perfectly horrified on Sunday morning by the news of the death of one of our very best citizens, Mr. Jas. M. Watkins. Mr. Watkins was truly a good citizen, and one who will be missed as much as anyone ever was, on account of his indomitable energy combined with a sound discriminating judgment in regard to business, and his accommodating neighborly spirit. He was always ready to give a neighbor in trouble assistance and the best of counsel. He was born and reared in Kentucky and married the estimable lady who is now so terribly bereaved, and who is awaiting the call that shall summons her over the river too, and removed at once to Missouri and settled in Clay co. where he died. He arose from a poor man by industry and frugality to considerable wealth, and leaves his family amply provided for. Mr. Watkins raised a family of which any parent should be proud; having given his children a liberal education, and also taught them his own habits of industry and economy. He was sixty-five years old one week before he died. His death was caused I think by a rupture of the heart aorta as an inspection of the body coupled with the manner of death would indicate. His remains were borne to their last resting place by a very large concourse of sympathizing friends, neighbors and relatives. His family have the heartfelt sympathy of all. Requiescat in pace. Demetrius. Died, on the 27th of April, 1876, Mrs. Catharine Majors, (wife of Elisha Majors) in the 73d year of her age. She was a most amiable lady. May 12, 1876: MR. Reuben Middleton, over 30 years ago a prominent merchant of Liberty, and a partner of the late Madison Miller, died at his residence in Washington City on the 22d of April past. HE will be remembered by our old citizens. Died, on the 4th inst., near Liberty, Mrs. Anabelle Grayson wife of John M. Grayson, aged about 25 years. She had for some years been a devoted member of the Christian church, and was much beloved by her acquaintances. Hon. Preston Dunlap, for some years Judge of the Platte county court, died on the line between Platte and Clay counties, on the 1st May, in the 74th year of his age. May 26, 1876: From Claytonville. May 17th, 1876. Mrs. Elisha Majors died a few days ago, after a short illness of five days. She was a good and amiable lady, and one of our first settlers. She and her husband emigrated from Ky. at an early day and settled in Clay county while young, and lived and died on the first place they settled. Mrs. Lou. Duncan was buried yesterday. She was the wife of Thomas Duncan, one of our worthy citizens of this vicinity, whose loss will be deeply felt and mourned by many relations and friends. Jun 2, 1876: Joseph Switzer, an old citizen and kind-hearted and inoffensive man; died at his residence in this city on 26th ult., aged about 60 years. HE was born and raised in Germany. Jun 9, 1876: We are informed by letter that Mr. D.W. Lingenfelter, son of Col. L. Lingenfelter, of Sidney, Iowa, was killed by the Indians in Black Hills a short time since. He was a young man of considerable promise, and was in the 24th year of his age. Jul 14, 1876: Mrs. Jennie Lampton died at the residence of her husband near Second Creek Church, Platte county, on the 31st March, 1876, being 19 years, 5 months and 13 days of age. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Link, and about a year and a half ago was united in marriage to Mr. Jno. Lampton. – Platte City Landmark. David McTaggert, aged 82 years, died at his residence in this county, on the 27th ult. A good man has gone to receive his reward. Mr. Geo. w. Reed, a clever man and good citizen, was killed at Kearney n Saturday evening last, by the cars. He was on the track and failed to get off at the sound of the whistle and being too close for the engineer to stop the train, was struck and thrown off, and so badly injured that he died in six hours. He was under the influence of liquor at the time. Jul 21, 1876: Mysterious Murder. – Independence, Mo., July 16. – On Friday morning last a painter by the name of James Woodman was found dead in a skiff on the Missouri river opposite Sibley, Clay county. An examination of the body showed that a bullet had pierced his brain, suppose to have been done by an assassin as no weapons were found near him and no powder marks on his face. A coronor’s jury returned a verdict in accordance with the above facts. Woman Murdered. – Leavenworth Ks., July 18. – Anna Johnson, a woman living in the northern part of the city, was murdered, on the government reservation, some time last night. Her body was found this morning, with the head beaten into a jelly. Louis Eartewine has been arrested, but it is not known whether or not he is guilty. Jul 28, 1876: We regret to hear that Mr. Arthur Miller, is very low with the typhoid fever, at his home in Kansas City. Since the above was in type, we hear of Mr. Miller’s death. He was a son of the late Madison Miller, and was a fine business man, and of irreproachable character, and his numerous friends will hear of his untimely death with deep regret. How rapidly the family are passing away. Died at the residence of his grandfather, (J.J. Armstrong) in Liberty on the 23d inst., Walter Sloan, aged about 11 months. Mrs. James Henderson died at her home near Kearney a few days ago. She was a most worthy lady. Aug 4, 1876: Tribute of Respect. Office of Secretary of Liberty Lodge, No. 31, A.F. & A. Masons. Liberty Mo., July 28th, A.D. 1876, AL. 5876. Whereas the Great Architect of the Universe in his infinite wisdom has removed from the companionship of our Brotherhood and the unrest of this world, our esteemed craftsman and genial associate, MR. Michael A. Miller: therefore resolved by the worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Liberty Lodge No. 31, A.F. & A. Masons as follows, to wit: 1st. That in the death of Bro. Miller the fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons has lost an earnest, active member, the community an excellent citizen and his acquaintances an affable, kindly associate. 2nd. That to his bereaved wife and children who are the greatest losers in this calamity, we tender our sympathies and condolence, and beg them to hope that while they have lost one of the tenderest and most affectionate of relatives, he has simply gone before and now awaits them in that kingdom “not made with hands eternal in the heavens.” 3rd. That the Brethern wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days, and that this preamble and resolutions be spread upon the records of the Lodge and a copy of the same be forwarded to the family and mother of the deceased, and that copies be sent to the local papers for publication. J.T. Johnson, J.J. Stogdale, A.J. Calhoun, Committee P.B. Grant, Secretary. We regret to hear that Mr. Wm. T. Davis of he Claysville neighborhood, had the misfortune to lose his wife several days ago. She was a lady much beloved for her ladylike and Christian virtues. Mr. Arthur Miller, whose death we announced last week, was buried in this city on Friday last with Masonic honors. The funeral discourse was by the Rev. Mr. Coulter, and the burial at the Old Cemetery – a very large concourse of sympathizing friends being present. He was aged about 32 years of age, and leaves a wife and two children to lament his death. Capt. J.E. Bouldin, formerly a citizen of Howard county, died in Austin, Texas, on the 11th inst., in the 89th year of his age. Historical Sketches of Platte County, by William M. Paxton. Saturday April 29, 1876, Jos. Todd, the third of that name, and the oldest inhabitant of Platte county, was gathered to his fathers, in the 69th year of his age. (Note: The historical sketch of the Todd family is quite lengthy and the transcriber refers the researcher to the August 4, 1876 edition, page 1) Aug 11, 1876: Mrs. Julia Munkers died at her home in Missouri City on the 1st inst., aged about 35 years. She was the daughter of Mr. O.P. Gash, and was much beloved by a numerous circle of friends and relatives. “Peaceful be her sleep.” Aug 18, 1876: Death of An Estimable Lady. – Mrs. Matilda E. Link, wife of Mr. David J. Link, died at the family residence, about seven miles east of Platte City, on the 4th inst. Mrs. Link was the daughter of the late Hon. Benj. L. Lampton, of Clay county, and was born March 11, 1830, and was married Nov. 23, 1847. In 1854 she united with the Christian church, and ever afterwards followed faithfully the precepts of the divine master. Her husband and four children survive her, and to them the deepest sympathy is extended. In all the relations of life Mrs. Link filled her allotted part conscientiously and nobly. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother, an earnest Christian, and as a neighbor and member of society was a woman beloved by all, and whose home was the abode of cheerfulness and happiness. – Landmark. Not Lost But Gone Before. – Grim death has vacated another chair. Matilda E. Link, consort of D.J. Link, and daughter of the Hon. Benj. L. Lampton, dec’d, departed this life Friday July 4th ult., of congestion of the lungs, which gathered her from us without an hour’s warning. Though for the past fifteen years in her delicate state of health we would not have been surprised, still not prepared to give her up. She was the eldest of the family, and one to whom we were all devoted. She leaves a husband, children, brothers and sisters, and an aged mother to lament her loss. And may we all die like her, with that bright hope, and singing home, sweet home. Willingly we submit her to the God who gave, feeling all is well with her, and her sufferings are no more. Died. – At his late residence in Camden Point, Mr. Michio Maupin, in the 78th year of his age. Mr. Maupin was one of the pioneer settlers of Platte county. Dr. Johnston Likens, an old and influential citizen of Kansas City, died this week. Aug 25, 1876: Died, near Healdsburg, Sonoma co., California, Mr. Wilson Roberts, aged 73 years, and formerly of Liberty, Mo., and a brother of the late David Roberts. Mr. Joel P. Moore, died at his home in Fishing River township on the 14th inst. He would have been 82 years old the 11th Oct. next. He had been a resident of Clay co’ty a great many years, and was well thought of. Some one acquainted with the history of the deceased should write it out. Also, died on the 18th inst., in same township, Mr. James Allen, aged about 55 years, and a most worthy citizen. Sep 1, 1876: A sad event occurred about seven miles east of Shelbyville on the 17th of August, in the death of Mrs. Rollins. She was the wife of John Rollins. They had been married about ten mos. She gave birth to three boy babies, well developed, though dead. Mother and children were buried in the same coffin. Death of Mrs. Mary Ringo. Fro the Pacific (San Francisco) Methodist. Died, July 16th, 1876, at her residence in San Jose, Mrs. Mary Ringo, aged 49 years and 8 months. Mrs. Ringo was born at Liberty, Clay county, Mo., and was a daughter of the late John R. Peters. She came to California in 1864. While crossing the plains her husband was accidentally killed, and she was left with her five little ones to fight the battle of life alone. The trial was severe; the struggle hard, but the Father of the fatherless, the God of the widow, girded her with strength for trial and duty, and sustained her to the end. In 1865 Mrs. Ringo joined the M.E. Church South, at San Jose, and remained a faithful and consistent member of that Church until called to the communion of the Church Triumphant. As the time of her departure drew near, her faith grew stronger, and her hope brighter. She had done what she could, and with beautiful trust in her God who had sustained her through life, she committed her children to his loving care, bade them live to meet her again in the Heavenly home, and peacefully fell asleep in Jesus. “A deep and dreamless sleep, Sweet to the wearied frame; the harbinger Of that bright dawn when, far from strife and stir, The saints shall their eternal Sabbath keep.” G.S. We regret to hear of the death of Judge Thos. M. Wilson. He died on Sunday after a protracted sickness. A good man has gone from us. In all the relations of life he was a model gentleman, and he leaves behind him a name untarnished as a rich legacy to his children. May he sleep in peace. Died near Claytonville in this county, on Saturday the 26th inst., Mr. Samuel Cummings, aged about 50 years. Sep 8, 1876: At a meeting of Fishing River Grange No. 573, held at their hall, Sept. 2d, 1876, the following preamble and resolutions were adopted: Whereas, Our Divine Master in his infinite wisdom has seen fit to remove our beloved Brother, James F. Allen, from his labors on earth to his eternal Home – Resolved, That in the death of Bro. Allen, Fishing River Grange has lost one of her true friends and an ardent lover of our Order and the community a useful and upright man. Resolved, That we tender to the bereaved widow of our deceased brother our heart-felt sympathy in the sad dispensation of the righteous Judge. Resolved, That as a token of respect for the memory of the departed, this Grange wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the widow of the deceased and also a copy be forwarded to the Tribune and Advance, with request to publish the same. R. King, P.J. Smith, Committee. Sep 22, 1876: From Harlem, Mo. Sept. 20th, 1876; The community was much shocked to hear of the death of MR. William Reese, formerly a resident of Clay, at Mobile. Mr. Reese, I believe, was traveling for a house in Louisville, Ky., and was in New Orleans on business when his disease was contracted. Mrs. L.B. Lampton, an estimable lady died in Fishing River township last week. Sep 29, 1876: Nebo Items. Died on the 22d of Sept., on e of our dear and well beloved sisters, Mrs. L. Mount, belonging to the Independent Order of Good Templars, from whose lodge she will be greatly missed, but we do sincerely hope that her spirit has winged its way to the “land of the blest.” She was buried according to the rules and customs of the Order. Yes, she is gone – yet do not thou The goodness of the Lord distrust; But meekly to his wisdom bow, Who lays thy loved one in the dust. The form is there –but seek not here The spirit born for light and love: Look upward – free from sin and care, It rests in joy with God above. K.T. DID Died, Sept. 13th, at her residence, in Clay county, Mo., Mrs. Ruth. B. Grimes, wife of Lewis Grimes, Sr., aged 64 years. Mother thou art gone to rest Thy loss we will not deplore; But hope in Heaven with thee to be blest, Where sin and sorrow cometh no more. Oct 6, 1876: Died in Richmond, on the 22d ult., Richard M., son of Wm. P. Hubbell, formerly of Mo. City. Died, in Gallatin township, on the 28th ult., of fever, Miss Mary Summers, aged about 35 years. Oct 13, 1876: A Tragic Affair. Many or our citizens known Frank Barnum late proprietor of the Barnum several years and was very highly esteemed. Mr. Barnum had been in ill health for several weeks, and about the 18th ult., he went to Sweet Springs, Saline Co., to rest and recuperate. On the 7th Oct. his body was found near the Springs with the head beaten in, his watch, money and jewelery gone, and bearing every indication that he had been murdered and robbed. No clue has, so far, been obtained to the perpetrators of the double crime. This tragic affair has created much sensation in Kansas City, and, indeed wherever he was known. He was formerly a newspaper man and was at one time, business-manager of the Kansas City Evening News. He left a wife – an estimable lady – but we do not know if there are any children. Oct 20, 1876: Resolutions of Condolence. At a meeting of the members of the Congregation of St. James’ Church, Liberty, Mo., Mr. Philip Fraher was called to the chair, and a committee appointed to draft resolutions expressive of their feelings of regret upon the news of the sudden death of the lamented Mr. Graham L. Hughes, an earnest and devoted Catholic, whereupon the following resolutions were had: Whereas, We have learned with deep regret of the sudden death of our esteemed friend and fellow member, Mr. Graham L. Hughes, who, fortified by the last rites of the holy church he loved so long and well, departed this life in the city of St. Louis, Oct. 5th, 1876; therefore, be it Resolved – 1st. That while we deeply deplore a separation from one, who, by many acts of kindness continued through a series of years, has very much endeared himself to us, yet we bow in meek submission to the will of almighty God, who has called him to Himself, and rejoice in the reflection that what is our loss is his eternal gain. 2d. That in the death of our esteemed brother society has lost a bright ornament, the community an exemplary citizen, his associates a genial and faithful friend and the church a generous and devoted member. 3d. That we the members of St. James’ Church shall cherish in grateful remembrance his kindly assistance and more than generous support in our efforts to build up a prosperous congregation at this place, which, aside from his eternal salvation, was the darling ambition of his life. 4th. That we tender our sincere sympathy to the family of the deceased in this, their sad bereavement, and that they will find abundant consolation in the happy knowledge that he answered the summons of the death Angel, having the glorious record of a life spent in holy devotion to God, and was found waiting for the bridegroom with his lamp trimmed and burning. 5th. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family of the deceased, and to the Liberty Tribune and Advance and St. Louis Watchman for publication. Hugh McGowan, T. Philip Fraher, Thos. J. Fraher, Committee Jas. W. Fraher, Sec’y. October 15th, 1876. Mr. James Sanders, a most worthy citizen of Harlem neighborhood, died a few days ago, aged about 60 years. Died, Oct. 8th, 1876, of Diptheria and croup, after a very painful, protracted illness of ten days, Mary Gillian Jeffries, eldest child of T.M. and B.E. Jeffries, aged 9 yrs., 10 months, 28 days. In Memoriam. Leaves have their time to fall, And flowers to wither at the North winds breath, And stars to set; but all! Yes thou hast all seasons for thine own, O death! Oh! why should we weep for the early dead, Who have passed to the quiet tomb, In all the flush of their fair young day, Untouched by sorrow’s gloom? Happy for them, that they have gone, While theirs was a rose-hued life; Before the had learned the weariness of life, The cares of our after strife. Without a stain on their guileless youth, Or a cloud in his sunny sky, In the might of their trusting innocence Do we fear that they should die? Oh! no, not a dread for their unknown fate That causes these bitter tears; ‘Tis the blight that has fallen on our hearths That will darken our hearts for years; We weep for the prattling childish voice, The little prattering feet for the vacant seat beside the board, That can never again be filled For all the sweet hopes our hearts have borne, That are now forever stilled. We miss them at morning, at noon, at night, We yearn for them even in sleep; The gladness of youth seems gone with them, Surely we well may weep. But remember the stroke that took them hence, Was sent by your Father God! And, with meek bowed heads and trusting hearts, Received his chastening rod! And ever look up through your falling tears, To the promises Christ has given. The ties He has loosened from earthly things Are but binding you closer to Heaven! Little Gillie, o’er whom you’re grieving now, Whose absence you here deplore, You shall find again in that upper world, “Not lost, but gone before!” B.*** Oct 27, 1876: Died, in the Gilead neighborhood, on the 20th inst., Mrs. Fanny Best, wife of Garner Best, aged about 25 years. Nov 3, 1876: Judge Vories Dead. – St. Joseph, Mo., Oct. 20. – Henry M. Vories, Judge of the Supreme Court of the State of Missouri, died at his residence in this city at 3 o’clock this morning, after an illness of two years with curvature of the spine, aged 66 years, 5 months and 4 days. Nov 10, 1876: Death of Elder T.N. Gaines. Another of Ray counties old citizens has passed across the dim divide into the land beyond. For several weeks Elder T.N. Gaines has been confined to his bed by an attack of paralysis, and from the first continued to sink until the vital spark went out last Friday. Elder Gaines was endeared to many of our citizens by a life of strictest probity, having passed his three score years, and organized the Christian church in this city. For forty years he battled in the cause of his master with a singleness of purpose truly commendable and his death has left a void that time alone can fill. During his illness he was surrounded by his children and friends, cheered by the christian’s hope, and sunk to his final slumber with a smile upon his lip, his work being ended. – Richmond Conservator. Nov 17, 1876: Obituary. Death has vacated another chair – Miss Sallie Rogers, the daughter of David S. and R. Rogers, departed this life Sunday, Oct. 29th, 1876, after a long six weeks suffering of inflammation of the stomach. God released her from her pain. Another link in a family circle is broken, one dear sister gone. Surely the saddest words in the English language are “dead and buried,” never more to speak, never more to be seen, it is the last of earth. Only through the imagination we now see her, yet the remembrances of her is so fresh in our minds, it is difficult to realize that she is gone. But the sad thought is forced upon us that we shall no more, on earth, blend our voices with hers in songs. She is gone from the living, and those she left on earth to sorrow must look beyond the grave to meet in that “better land” where parting and sorrow are unknown. Those left behind scatter summer roses and sprinkle the bitter tears over her new made grave. The tears are evidences of grief too deep for utterance. The withered roses are emblems of our own withered life. How sad are our hearts. But how it consoles the sorrowing to think of her last utterances, “to meet me in heaven.” How very lonely seems our home Since you dear sister have fled; How hard to think our precious one Art hidden with the dead. Yet not to thee, O grave, have we Our precious one resigned, But to the tender arms of him Who doth our faith refine. Yet, ah, we miss you but to say How much all words are vain, Our hearts would shrink could we not feel Our loss has been your gain. Friend. Dec 1, 1876: Rev. Wm. M. Newland, pastor of the M.E. Church South, at Glasgow, died on the 31st Oct., aged 48 years. A good and useful man has gone to rest. The Late John Baxter. The Honorable County Court of Clay county made the following order on the 9th ult., in reference to the death of the distinguished gentleman whose name heads this article. And now it is suggested to the Court that on the 8th inst., John Baxter, Esq., a citizen of Clay county, honored and respected, for fifty years, and formerly an officer of the Court, departed this life, and the he will be interred in this city in the evening of today. It is therefore ordered by the Court, as a testimonial of honor and esteem for the deceased and respect to his family and friends and in obedience to ancient custom on the decease of time-honored and worthy citizens, that it adjourn until 9 o’clock tomorrow morning. Nebo Items. It is with the deepest regret that I announce the death of one of our brothers, comrades, and associates, in Mr. C.A. Moore, who died on the 24th; he continued sick for about a week with the erysipelas – he has been a member of Madison Lodge No. 807 I.O.G.T. ever since it started and will be greatly missed therefrom. He was buried according to the rules and customs of the Order. K.T. Did. Dec 8, 1876: Tribute of Respect. Madison Lodge No. 807 I.O.G.T. at their regular meeting, made and passed the following resolutions: Resolved 1st. That in the death of our late and lamented brother, Mr. C.A. Moore, this Lodge has lost a good and faithful member, and the community a promising moral young man. Resolved 2d. That while we deeply deplore his loss, yet we are ever ready to bow in humble submission to the divine will. Resolved 3d. That we tender our deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, and point them for comfort and consolation to the Lamb of God, that taketh away the sins of the world. Resolved 4th. That a copy of these resolutions be published in the Tribune and Advance, and a copy be presented to the bereaved family. R.H. Mount, Walter Kaye, John Northern, Committee Dec 15, 1876: Died in this city on the 9th inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Reardin, widow of the late John S. Reardin, aged about 54 years. A good woman, and one universally esteemed, has gone to rest. Death of Well Known Kentuckians. – Nimrod Martin, aged about 80, of Georgetown; James Hardin, aged 87, and Laban S. Berry, aged 85, the latter two of Washington county; and Commodore Paul Shirley, formerly of Madison county, aged 53, all well known Kentuckians, died week before last. Dec 22, 1876: Chas. E. Low was frozen to death in Callaway county a few days ago. Mr. James Kelly, who was born in Ireland, March 16th, 1776 died at St. Louis last Sunday. He served twenty nine years in the British army and was under Wellington, in the Peninsular campaign against Napoleon. Sudden Death of Mr. Robert White. The people of Liberty were greatly pained lat Saturday to hear of the death of Mr. Robert White, son of D.J. White, cashier of the Kansas city savings Bank, and a grandson of the late Judge Adkins. His death was caused by accidentally taking an overdose of morphine. He was born, almost raised, in this county, was a favorite with his acquaintances both here and at Kansas City, and a promising young business man. His burial occurred in this city on Monday last. We clip the flowing from the Times of Sunday in relation to his death: The announcement of the death of Robert White yesterday afternoon struck the business portion of the community with a chilling shock. At first the report was scarcely credited and for a time the bad news was not believed. But the confirmation of the sad news came on all too fast, and reluctantly his many warm friends were compelled to believe the “Our Bob” was dead, and one of the best hearted young men in Kansas City was taken from us. It appears that Robert has not been enjoying good health lately, and on this account has been low spirited and rather irritable. Naturally high spirited and impulsive he scorned the restraints of the sick room and disregarded the precautions which one more prudent might have observed. On Friday evening he sent his roommate, a young man named Adkins, to a drug store for four grains of morphine to be divided into 16 powders. The powders Robert intended to use as a narcotic, and through which he might obtain sleep. It was the careless and inconsiderate use of these deadly powders that caused his death. He seems to have had but little care or knowledge of the deadly properties of the drug, for, after he had dissolved the first powder, containing a quarter of a grain of morphine, in water, he drank it off, saying he intended to go to sleep. After a while he got up and took another powder in the same way, but still being unable to sleep, became impatient, and got up and took a double dose. After lying down awhile he directed his roommate to light the light, remarking that the medicine he had been taking was no account, or words to that effect. He arose and took the same glass he had been using, and emptied into it the balance of the powders, which he drank off, and laid down and went to sleep. The theory and opinion of his more intimate friends is this: He allowed the first powders to settle in the bottom of the glass, and instead of drinking them off in the water, left them as a sediment to dissolve in the glass. Consequently each time he drank he received a heavier dose of the deadly drug, so that he, in his desperation, or in is impatience at his failure to obtain sleep, rinsed out the glass from which he had swallowed the last two grains of morphine, he swallowed enough of the poison to kill him. It was thus that the unfortunate young man died. He went to sleep expecting to wake up in the morning. He had lost much sleep and was irritable and sick, and had no idea that there was danger in what he did. In the morning his partner, who was sleeping by his side awoke, and seeing Bob asleep, went down stairs to breakfast. His mother, with characteristic are and anxiety, inquired for her son. He was asleep. After awhile she went up to his room; he still slept. A further inquiry developed the fact that he had taken a very large dose of morphine. Doctors were sent for, but their coming was too late; the deadly, subtle drug had been incorporated in the system, and, notwithstanding every effort to revive him, he never awoke from his long sleep. Poor Bob. He was one of the best boys in the city. Every one who knew him loved him, and all will heave a sigh or shed a tear at his untimely taking off. He was twenty-three years of age last March, and was a native of Liberty, Clay County, Missouri, where he will be buried today. He was the only son of Mr. C.J. White, of the Kansas City Savings Bank, of which he was the cashier. The funeral sermon will be preached this afternoon, by the Rev. A.D. Madeira, at the residence of the father of the deceased, on the corner of Independence Avenue and Cherry street. – Kansas City Times. Dec. 18th. (Note: In the same Dec 22 edition is a tribute of respect by the young men of the city of Liberty.) Mrs. Katie Flynn died a few days since at Marshall in the 96th year of her age. She had a distinct recollection of the Irish rebellion of 1798. File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/mo/clay/newspapers/deathsin125gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/mofiles/ File size: 51.1 Kb