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The Liberty Weekly Tribune 1856
DEATHS IN THE WEEKLY TRIBUNE, CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI

The following death notices appeared in The Weekly Tribune, Liberty, Clay 
County, Missouri during the year of 1856.  Some the deaths did not occur in 
Clay County.  The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s).

Jan 11, 1856:
Froze to Death – On Saturday night last, Thos. Blythe, living about two and  a 
half miles from this place, froze to death within a short distance of his 
residence.  The inquest held over his body by Justice Northcutt, found that he 
came to his death by intoxication and exposure.  He leaves a wife and several 
children – Columbia Statesman.

Feb 15, 1856:
In Montgomery county, Jan. 31st, ult., Col Granville N. Love.

Mar 7, 1856:
In this county on the 27th ult., of consumption, Mr. Robt. Chandler, aged about 
23 years. 

Mar 14, 1856:
Died, on the 18th December, 1855, in Clay co., Miss Barbara Vance, and on the 
21st February last John M. Vance aged 35 years, both children of Solomon Vance, 
Esq., of Clay county Mo.

Mar 28, 1856:
In St. Louis, on the 19th, Elder S.S. Church, after a protracted illness.  He 
was a minister of the Christian Church, and a man of great ability.

Apr 3, 1856:
In this County, on the 26th inst., Mr. John Blevins, aged 67 years.

In Nicaragua, on the 23d of February, Wm. Anderson, aged 27 years.

May 9, 1856:
At his residence, in Clay county, Mo., on the 21st ult., Capt. William Duncan, 
aged 66 years.  Capt. Duncan was an old citizen of the county and was highly 
esteemed by those who enjoyed his acquaintance.  His place will be hard to fill.

May 16, 1856:
On the 6th inst., at Barnum’s St. Louis Hotel, Mrs. Mary Ann Josephine, consort 
of Graham L. Hughes.  

May 30, 1856:
At the Harry House in this city on Sunday the 11th inst., at half past two 
o’clock, A.M., Mr. J. S. Bowie, late of Lowndes county Alabama, in the 27th 
year of his age.
The deceased was attacked with pheumonia whilst ascending the Missouri on board 
of one of our packets, emigrating to Kansas in company with the band of 
chivalrous Southerners, who passed up the river late in April.  Mr. Bowie’s 
friends brought him ashore at this place where he was hospitably and 
comfortably cared for at the Harry House, during his rather protracted illness, 
and attended personally by his friend and fellow countryman Mr. McCord who has 
just assisted in paying the last sad offices to his mortal remains.
The funeral services of Mr. Bowie, took place on Monday, 10 A.M., at the 
Methodist church, and were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Cake, of the Baptist 
Church, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Allward.  Mr. Cake’s sermon was touchingly 
appropriate from the text
“Thus saith the Lord God, set they house in order, for thou shalt surely die 
and not live.”
After the sermon the funeral procession proceeded to the city burial ground, 
where all that was mortal of the deceased was solemnly and sadly deposited in 
its kindred clay.
We were gratified to find so large an audience in attendance at the church, on 
the occasion of a stranger’s funeral.  A kindly and hearty sympathy was evinced 
for the deceased whom Providence had struck down with fatal sickness in our 
midst, away from the soothing attentions of kindred and the endearments of 
home, which we feel called upon to record with pride and pleasure.  We are glad 
to have it to sa to those of the near friends of the deceased, to whom the sad 
intelligence of their loss must soon be told, that although in the bloom of 
youth he was cut down in the midst of strangers, he nevertheless found at their 
hands a kind and Christian sympathy in his illness – that his burial was not a 
tearless one – that he died among Southerners and Christians. – Brunswick 
Gazette.

Jun 27, 1856:
In this county, on the 19th inst., Charles Neal, son of Darius and Phoebe A. 
Gittings, aged about 4 years.

We are informed by Thomas N. Dabney, Coroner of Clay county, that he was called 
upon on the 24th inst., to hold an inquest upon the body of a youth supposed to 
be about eleven years of age, who was found in the Missouri River, near the 
Randolph landing in this county.  A jury was summoned who rendered their 
verdict “that the deceased came to his death by accidental drowning.”  We are 
informed by the Coroner, that the body was first found by Wm. Carpenter, about 
one mile above Randolph on the N. side of the Missouri River in Clay county – 
that the body presented the appearance of having been in the water six or eight 
days.  The jury was satisfied from the deceased being found naked, that he 
probably had gone into the river to bathe and had been accidentally drowned.  
The body had been so long in the water, that it would be difficult to identify 
it.  It was impossible to ascertain the color of the eyes as they were 
destroyed.  The hair was a light brown.  The body was buried in the presence 
and with the assistance of the jury, and many of the citizens of the vicinity, 
in a plain, but substantial walnut coffin, one mile above the town of 
Randolph.  

Jul 18, 1856:
We understand a difficulty occurred in the town of Parkville on Saturday last 
between H.L. Routt, of this city, and a man by the name of Wright, which 
resulted in the death of the latter.

Jul 25, 1856:
We are pained to announce the death of Joseph A. Peters, who was born in 
Woodford county in our State.  He died on the 30th ult., aged about 38 years.  
Mr. Peters received a liberal education , and being naturally endowed with a 
strong and vigorous mind, matured by study and reflection, he rendered himself 
attractive in every relation of life.  For several years previous to his death, 
he suffered with a pulmonary disease.  He was the center of a large circle of 
admiring friends and relatives, whose love and esteem he secured by the amiable 
qualities of his head and heart.  He leaves a bereaved widow, the accomplished 
daughter of our worthy townsman, Richard Lightburn, Esq., to mourn his loss.  
He died near Versailles, at the house of his childhood, and his remains were 
attended to their last resting place by the Masonic Fraternity, of which he was 
one of the brightest lights, together with a large concourse of relatives and 
friends. – Louisville Eve. Bulletin.

Sep 5, 1856:
In this city, on the 30th ult., Charlote C., daughter of Mrs. Letitia Tillery, 
aged 8 years and 5 months.

Died in Clay county, Mo., on the morning of the 25th of August, Mrs. Susan F. 
Coons, wife of Capt., T.M. Coons, (formerly of Jessamine co., Ky.,) in the 32d 
year of her age.  Mrs. Coons was a most excellent neighbor, a kind, devoted 
wife, and a fond indulgent mother.  A more generous and charitable heart never 
beat in the bosom of woman.  She was beloved by all who knew her; and it will 
be long ere her many acts of kindness will be obliterated from the memory of 
her friends and family.  She leaves a husband and five children, (the youngest 
of whom, was only a day old,) to mourn her loss.  But, peace! troubled hearts! 
why should you mourn?  You feel, that in every relation of life, she faithfully 
performed her duty, and thereby fulfilled the commandments; and we therefore, 
humbly hope and believe that she has exchanged a place on earth for a home in 
Heaven.  Knowing that, he who raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us also, 
by Jesus, and shall present us with you.
“Some never have felt, the sorrows that melt,
The soul of full many another,
The keen, piercing dart, that strikes through the heart,
When at the death-bed of a mother     E.R.A.

Sep 12, 1856:
In this city, on the 29th ult., Mary R., daughter of Geo. W. and Rebecca A. 
Hall, aged 1 year, 2 months, and 10 days.

Sep 19, 1856:
In this city, on the 17th inst., Lee, son of John J. and E.J. Moore, aged --- 
months.

Sep 26, 1856:
Died – In this city on the 22nd inst., Frank Henry McCoun, son of Wm. H. and 
Vie S. McCoun, in the 9th year of his age.
When the aged pilgrim sinks into the tomb, our natural sorrow is mingles with 
resignation; he had run his full   course; he had drained the sweet and the 
bitter of the cup of life; it was meant that after life’s fitful fever he 
should rest from his toils, and lie down to sleep with his fathers. – With what 
different feelings do we meet the shock when the inexorable hand suddenly 
strikes down the innocent one, radiant with youth and golden hopes, careening 
joyously along the flowery path of life.  To no child did length of days seem 
more certainly promised than to the subject of this notice – his exuberant 
health – his person lithe and vigorous – the ceaseless flow of joyous 
irrepressible animal spirits.  But alas! the destroyer touched the seemingly 
solid temple, and it crumbled into dust;  the sweetest of visions passed 
suddenly away; a few brief hours of suffering, and the mournful tidings reached 
us that our young friend had departed to the silent land.
Brought into intimate communion with the rich treasures of mind and heart of 
this interesting child, we can deeply sympathise with the grief of bereaved 
kindred.  There is a void in the home circle which can never be filled, the 
sunlight of the household has departed; a well-spring of daily joy is sealed up 
forever.
All of him that was earthly has faded but time can never efface the sweet image 
from the tablet of memory; and we have the Christian’s assured hope that the 
pure spirit is abiding in happier realms, where the mourners will meet to part 
no more.  Farewell Frank.

Oct 3, 1856:
Died in this county, on the 25th, Miss Harriet D. Lucy, daughter of David and 
America Lincoln, in the 21st year of her age.
“Death loves a shining mark.” and it had its victim in Miss Lincoln.  She was a 
young lady of great sprightliness and personal beauty, beloved by all who were 
acquainted with her, and idolized by her parents, to whom she was ever a 
dutiful and obedient child.  No more, on earth, will her form be seen, nor her 
voice heard, no more will fond parents look forward with high earthly hopes in 
regard to her future life, but there is hope which reaches into eternity, and 
may that hope be theirs.  The death of a child at any time of life causes pangs 
which continue through the life of parents; but when it comes upon one who is 
just verging on manhood or womanhood it makes a deeper and more sad 
impression.  We commend to the relatives and friends of Miss Lincoln the 
christian’s hope.
“Farewell to thee, Lucy, thou hast passed to the bourne,
Which mystery shrouds in a mantle of gloom;
The form that was loved, and the heart that was prized
Reposes, alas! in the still tomb.
In the gay morn of life – in woman’s young prime,
When earth’s brightest visions so lovely appear,
Oh then, when they heart bounded lightly and free,
When pleasure entranced the spoiler was near.
He came in his might, and the conflict is over;
Thy spirit has flown, “disenthralled of its clay,”
May the angels of light, on their errand of love,
That soul to a father in heaven convey.
Farewell to thee, Lucy! we thy virtues revere;
A tear of regret to thy worth shall be given;
Thy faults – may the angel of mercy be there,
To blot out forever their record in heaven.”

On the 20th of September, of Erysipelas, Robinson, infant son of Daniel F. and 
Ellen E. Duerson, aged six months and 20 days.

In this city on Wednesday the 1st instant, William, son of Churchill J. and 
America White, in his 7th year.

Oct 10, 1856:
In this city on the 7th inst., Othello, son of Dr. G.G. and M.D. Hildreth, on 
the 14th year of his age.

Died. – Died at the residence of Dr. Jno. Vaughn in this City on Tuesday last, 
the 23d inst., of a lingering consumption, Mrs. L. Jane Akers, wife of Hon. 
Thomas P. Akers, member of Congress from this district.
There was something peculiarly affecting in this dispensation of Providence.  
Mr. Akers a few days after his election in August, he hastened to Washington to 
take his seat in order to save if possible th Army Appropriation Bill, and some 
other bills of equal importance to the country.  On the final adjournment of 
Congress, he returned through Illinois and Iowa, where he was detained some 
time by engagements to address the people at different places.  On Tuesday 
morning the boat on which he had taken passage, grounded on Baltimore Bar a few 
miles below this city, where she remained till near night.  O his arrival at 
home, he received instead of a warm embrace of an affectionate and doating wife 
the melancholy intelligence that the messenger of death had anticipated his 
arrival and made his home desolate.
Mrs. Akers was a daughter of Colby Cowherd, Esq., of Green county, Ky., and 
died in the 29th year of her age.  She was a member of the Methodist church, 
and died in the christian’s hope and faith, much regretted by all who knew 
her.  –Lexington Exp. 

Oct 31, 1856:
In Bloomington, MO., on the 14th, Florell, daughter of John R. Watson, aged 
about 13 months.

Nov 7, 1856:
In Clinton county, on the 26th ult., Mr. B.A. Atchison, aged about 45 years.

Mr, David S. Lamme, a gentleman extensively known throughout the State died in 
Harrison county, KY., on the 11th ult.

Dec 5, 1856:
Died. – In this city, at 4 o’clock, A.M., on the morning of the 25th, Mr. Abram 
B. Hathaway, in the – year of his age.  
The deceased was a man of great moral worth.  In his life an conduct were 
exemplified the pure principles of “Friendship, Love and Truth.”  He lived not 
for himself, but for his family and friends.  They were the burden of his 
cares, and for their comfort he toiled.  The writer knew him intimately, and 
ever admired him for his uprightness.  As a Mason he was honored and loved by 
his brethren, and deeply do they mourn his loss.  As an Odd-Fellow, hew was 
ever faithful and true.  Always at his post, with kind words to cheer his 
brethren, and an open hand, and sympathizing heart for the needy or the 
oppressed.  As we witnessed the last moments of this estimable man we cannot 
refrain from speaking of the solemn occasion.  After, affectionately parting 
with his sweet little children, whom he loved more tenderly than is usual for 
father’s, with an agonizing heart and eyes beaming with Heavenly kindness, he 
took his last adieu of his fond and devoted wife, on the shores of time.  This 
was indeed a sight that would have brought tears from an adamant.  Just before 
the last final hour of his earthly pilgrimage, he turned to a brother Odd 
Fellow, and said, “I want the Odd-Fellows to take care of my wife and children, 
for I have confidence in them and know they will do it,” and then calmly 
resigning himself to his God, slept his last sleep.  He closed his eyes on this 
beautiful earth, we trust, to open them in Paradise above.  
On Wednesday at 2 o’clock P.M., his remains were followed to the grave by both 
the Odd-Fellows and Masonic Fraternities and in the ceremonies of the former he 
was buried. – Weston Argus.

Dec 12, 1856:
In this city on the 8th ., Fanny E., daughter of Solomon and Elvira Umbarger, 
aged about three years.

Dec 19, 1856:
Died in this county, on the 6th inst., Robert son of John T. and Martha Hall, 
aged 2 years, 4 months and 2 days.

Died in Carroll County, Missouri, on Monday morning, Nov. 24th, 1856, Mrs. 
Elizabeth Jane Ligon wife of Rev. William C. Ligon.
Mrs. Ligon was the daughter of the late William Prosser, who emigrated from 
Jason county, Va., to Carroll county Mo., in the year of 1841.  She was born in 
Prince William county Va. March 23, 1813, and was, therefore, nearly 44 years 
of age at her death.  In the year 1836 she connected herself with the Baptist 
Church in Mason Co., Va., and in 1838 became the wife of her bereaved husband.  
She was the mother of eight children only three of whom survive her.  These are 
boy of the ages, respectively, of 17, 15 and 8 years.  The disease which 
terminated the earthly existence of Mrs. Ligon was of the throat and lungs and 
for several years past she endured an amount of suffering which but few persons 
ever bore so patiently and cheerfully.  That patience we doubt not, was the 
perfect work of the Spirit of God in her heart; for, at all times, she 
manifested the utmost resignation to His will, and a bright hope in His mercy.  
In her last moments, when her voice could scarcely be heard by her husband in 
whose arms she died, her trust was in the mercy of God.  Mrs. Ligon was a lady 
of fine accomplishments, of more than ordinary strength of mind and was 
universally esteemed by her acquaintances.  Strong in the belief of the Faith 
which she professed, and consistent in the discharge of the obligations which 
she assumed, the member of her own particular branch of the church of Christ 
found in her all that could give strength to christain love and regard; and 
others, not of the Baptist Church, can testify to the Catholic spirit, and her 
religious counsel – that it was universal and consoling.  Her venerable husband 
now in the “sear and yellow leaf,” with the frosts of age upon his head, found 
in her a “helpmate,” not only in his household, but in his ministry.  May that 
husband, and his motherless children, through life’s uncertain journey, be 
sustained and comforted; and when “ heart and flesh shall fail them,” and 
mortal life cease,” may they have a happy re-union in Heaven with wife, mother, 
sisters, and brothers, and forever sing praises to God and the Lamb, is the 
prayer of	
A. Friend.  Clay Co., Dec. 10, 1856.

Dec 26, 1856:
In Weston, on the 21st inst., Dr. W.S. Darneal, aged about 36 years.

In Fulton on the 16th inst., Mrs. Angelina W. Wilson, daughter of the late Dr. 
Wm. Jewell, in the 38th year of her age.



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