Clay County MO Archives News.....Deaths in Newspaper 1857 1857 ************************************************ 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 August 19, 2007, 12:10 am The Liberty Weekly Tribune 1857 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 1857. Some the deaths did not occur in Clay County. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). Jan 9, 1857: In this county on the 27th ult., Mr. Richard Foley, aged 61 years. In Richfield, on the 30th ult, Mary Eliza, daughter of J.P. and Sarah E. Withers, aged 2 years and 10 months. In this county on the 23d ult., Nancy Jane, wife of Wm. Lee Woods. Also, on the 25th ult., Wm. Lee Woods. Each died with a Christian’s hope, and laid side by side in the silent tomb, leaving an orphan daughter, 7 weeks old, to journey in this troublesome world until God may call her home. At High Hill, Montgomery county, MO., on the 12th inst., Mrs. Sarah Miller, daughter of Mrs. M. Hamilton. Jan 23, 1857: In this county, on the 13th inst., Simera Jane, daughter of John and Emeline Corum, aged 1 year, 3 months and 21 days. Jan 30, 1857: Thos. T. Sweatnam died at his residence in this county on the 26th, aged about 60 years. Mr. S. was extensively known in this county, and was universally esteemed as an intelligent and honorable man. He represented Clay county in the Legislatures of 1848 and 1850, with decided ability. God never made a nobler man than Thos. T. Sweatnam. Peace to his ashes. Died, in Richfield, Dec’r. 30th, 1856, Mary Eliza, daughter of Jas. P. and Sarah E. Withers, aged 2 years and 10 months. In Richfield, Jan. 12, 1857, George, son of Jas. P. and Sarah E. Withers, aged 2 months. In Richfield, Jan. 13th, Julia, daughter of Jas. P. and Sarah E. Withers, aged 5 years. This in a few days were fond parents bereft of three lovely and promising children. The Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away, blesseth be the name of the Lord. Died, in this county on the 19th ult., Emma Dudley, only daughter of Henry and Zerady Foley, aged 1 year and 6 months. Yes it is gone to a land of peace and rest Where nothing will disturb its quiet little breast; No wrong it ever don, nor harm it knew, Whilst on this earth the lovely flower grew. But the grim monster, king of terrors came Marked out this child, and claimed it as his prey. But kind angels waiting, robbed him of his prize, Swift on the wings of morning, bore it spirit to the skies. Feb 6, 1857: In this county, on the 5th December, 1856, Mr. John O. Gross, aged 52 years. In this county, on the 20th ult., Elder B.Y. Gross, aged 24 years. Feb 13, 1857: Suicide. – Maj. James Shelby, son of Richard P. Shelby, who lived about ten miles west of Arrow Rock, committed suicide by shooting himself in the head with a pistol. It is supposed that he perpetrated the fatal act while laboring under a temporarily disordered intellect, as for some time prior to his death he had, at times, manifested rather unmistakeable signs of aberration of mind. He was quite a young man, and was married in Kentucky about a year since. He has left a young an interesting wife and an infant child, to mourn hi unfortunate, tragic and untimely end. Boonville Patriot. In this city on the 6th inst., Willliam A., son fo A.G. and M.A. Reed, aged 2 years 11 months and 12 days. In this county, on the 5th inst., Washington Scott, aged about 50 years. In this county, on the 28th ult., Eveline, daughter of Dr. J.H. and Mary A. Compton, aged 8 months and 12 days. Feb 27, 1857: Death of Elder N.W. Miller. Elder N. w. Miller, Pastor of the Christian Church in this city, died at Pleasant Hill, on Monday last. The death of Mr. Miller was sudden and unexpected and his loss will be deeply felt, not only by his congregation in this city, but by the church at large in upper Missouri. Mr. Miller was a young man, and blessed with talents, education and piety, and bid fair to be one of the most useful servants of the most High, in the western country. His remains were brought to this city, and interred in the city cemetery on Wednesday. He leaves a young wife, and infant child, to mourn his untimely death. – Ind. Messenger. In this city on the 24th inst., Catharine, infant daughter of Thomas and Catharine Sublette, aged about 4 months. Mar 6, 1857: Dreadful Accident. – A most distressing accident occurred at the bridge near Buell’s mill, in this city, yesterday morning. The bridge had been undermined by the washing of Black Snake and fallen in. Several had been called to the spot to remove the timber, and, in the act of doing so, a carpenter by the name of Benj. W. Johnson, was seriously hurt. The bank caved in on him, falling with great weight upon his hip. From the position in which he was standing, the fall of the earth forced the joint out of place at the thigh, and the bone was shoved forward and up into the groin. He suffered greatly. P.S. Mr. Johnson died last evening. – St. Joseph Jour. Mar 27, 1857: Died, in this city on the 24th inst., Joseph Clarence son of Dudley V. and Christiana Miller, aged 4 years and 5 months. “Away, away to the sun bright clime, To fairer worlds on high, To strike thy harp in strains sublime, Where song eternal never die. Earth’s lureing charms were naught to thee; They could not bind thee here; Thy angel spirit now is free And thou art happy there.” May 1, 1857: Of scarlet fever, on the night of the 18th inst., Lura Willemette, infant daughter of Eliza J. and J.J. Moore, aged 7 months and 8 days. Death has the second time entered this little circle and torn from their embraces the last remaining child. Yes! their last cherished one is gone; the toys, the cradle, speak in language that cannot be mistaken- but thou canst not die again, death has no more power over thee; thy fond mother will no more agonize at thy parting sigh – neither hast thou lost thy way dear one, but has been borne on Angel’s wings far above the sorrows and sufferings of earth. Thy mother saw but the feeble dawn of thy being, for thou wast blighted in the very bud of thy earthly existence, but thy school is in Heaven, and Christ is thy Teacher; and thy young mind will expand with the knowledge of Angels; and will rise higher and higher in that Heavenly world; no future blight or sorrow will ever com nigh thee. Live on then, sweet Lura – live in the society of thy Angel Brother, and all that’s pure and holy; and oh! may the contemplation of thee and thy happy home be the means of allureing thy heartbroken parents up to thee and to God. Then will the Angel spirits of their children by the first to welcome them to Heaven. oh! lovely babe of promise bright, Our little circle’s fond delight, How hard to part with thee, No more to see thy smiling face – Thy sparkling eye, thy winning grace, Thy innocent and mirthful glee. None but a mother’s heart can know The measure of a mother’s woe, When from her fond embrace A child like this by death is torn – Her only and her latest born, Oh! what (but Heaven) can fill her place. May 15, 1857: Sad Accident. – On Thursday evening last, Mrs. Mildred Straughn, wife of Maj. Jacob Straughn, living four miles west of this place, on the Rocheport road, came to her death in a singular manner. She was walking on some stepping stones from the house to the kitchen, smoking a pipe at the time. She accidentally slipped from one of the stones and fell, her breast coming in contact with a stump and the stem of the pipe being forced some distance into her neck. Violent inflammation and swelling supervened and she died the next day in the 57 year of her age. – Missouri Statesman. May 22, 1857: In Fillmore, Andrew county, Mo., on the 1st inst., at 5 o’clock P.M., Mrs, Ruth C. Holt, wife of John W. Holt, in the 22d year of her age. May 29, 1857: On Monday, May 25th, at the residence of Wm. Davenport, Clay county, of Paralysis, Stephen Shrader Melone, youngest son of the late Cullen Melone. In Platte City, on the 16th inst., Prof. Arch. Patterson, in the 56th year of his age. At the residence of her mother, in Clay co., after a painful and tedious illness, Mrs. Ellen E. Duerson, wife of Daniel F. Duerson, in the 32d year of her age. The deceased had been a member of the Baptist church 10 years, and now we trust has gone home to dwell with Jesus in a church not made with hands eternal in the heavens. She has left a fond old mother, who never left the bed side but stood and supplied her every want – a kind husband, a smiling infant, six brothers and two sisters to mourn her loss. May God help them to bear the stroke. Lonely the house and sad the hours Since my sweet Ellen’s gone; But oh a brighter home than ours In heaven is now her own. Oh anguish! how she gazed on me When panted out her breath; I never, never knew before How terrible was death. Jun 12 1857: Died, on 9th inst., after a brief illness, Mary Elizabeth, only daughter of Rev. J.C. and Kate R. Thornton, of this city – aged 7 months. We may sorrow for the dying, We may weep when they are dead, But our faith awaits their rising – Hope shall guard their lovely bed. Jesus bid young children welcome When upon the earth he lived, He who blest them when abased, Now exalted, owns them still. “There’s a choir of infant songsters White-robed round the Savior’s throne, Angels cease, and waiting listen Oh! tis sweeter than their own!” Lizzie joins that heavenly choir, Swells the song of rapturous praise, And with happy soul admires, All the Savior’s matchless grace. Died, At Clay Seminary, on the morning of the 8th inst., after a short, but painful illness, Miss Fannie, daughter of the late John Graham, in the 18th year of her age. Death, with ruthless hand has entered our happy circle and taken from us the fairest the loveliest of the band; although our heart in humble resignation, must respond, “even so Father; for it seemeth good in thy sight,” yet we cannot but exclaim, why was our Fannie thus early in life, claimed by death as his victim? We loved her for she was amiable and gentle; as a pupil she was dutiful and industrious. Early in life, she sought an interest in her Savior’s love and, we trust, she rest in his bosom while we are left to mourn her loss. “But again we hope ‘o meet her, When the dream of life is fled, Then in Heaven, with joy to greet her, Where no farewell tear is shed.” Jun 26, 1857: For the particulars of the ill-fated Sonora Expedition, we refer our readers to the account given on our first page. Wm. H. McCoun, formerly a merchant of this city, was in the expedition and was killed. He leaves a wife and two children in this city to deplore his death. Dr. Oxley, formerly of Huntsville, was also killed. In this city on the 16th inst., Sarah Beverly, daughter of B. and Courtney V. Roberts, aged 16 months. In this city on the 21st inst., Margaret L., daughter of James S. and Margaret A. Coleman, aged 1 year 2 months and 2 days. In this county on the 23rd inst., Susan A. Gregg,in the 84th year of her age. She was the mother of Josiah Gregg, author of “Commerce of the Prairies.” Died June 23d, in Kansas City, O., Thurza J.Thatcher, aged 20, wife of W. H. Thatcher, and second daughter of J.M. Sullivan, of Clay county, Jo. Jul 3, 1857: In this city on the 27th, of measles, Emla, Daughter T.H. and Clarinda Clay, in the 11th year of her age. Jul 10, 1857: Cold Blooded Murder. – We are pained to learn Jas. M. Lyle, of Leavenworth City was, most brutally murdered in that place on Monday last. It appears that some difficulty had occurred, and upon Mr. Lyle’s inquiring what was the nature of the difficulty, he was answered in an insulting manner, and was immediately attacked by one or more assassins, and most shamefully butchered. Two men were arrested, but we have not heard the particulars. Mr. Lyle was one of the most promising young men in the Territory, was a true southerner – his untimely death will be lamented by a host of warm friends. At the time of his death, Mr. L. was Clerk of the Probate Court of Leavenworth county, and was universally esteemed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Weston Commercial. In this county, on the 2nd inst., Peter G. Lincoln, aged 30 years. Jul 17, 1857: In this county on the 6th June, Pendleton W. Tapp, in the 45th year of his age. Died, on the 22nd of May, 1857, in Clay Co., MO., Mr. Joseph Clark, aged 75 years. Father Clark, as loved to call him, was a native of Orange county, N.C., from whence he emigrated to Missouri, in 1836, and settled in Clay Co. His father was an active participant in the stormy scenes of the Revolution, and contributed with many other gallant spirits of the Old North State, much towards the final success of the American arms in the memorable struggle for liberty. The lamented deceased, was a man in whom were happily united those elements of character, which strongly marked him as one to be known and loved. His attachments were strong and rarely ever misplaced. His mind was vigorous and his judgment clear. There were a delicacy and refinement in his feelings, which the writer has seldom seen surpassed. In all the relations of life he stood above reproach. As a husband and father, the heart of his venerable widow, and the tender affection of his children, are his best witnesses. As a neighbor and friend, the entire community in which he resided for so many years speak the voice of emphatic approval. But it is as a Christian gentleman, we love most to regard the character of this estimable man. Father Clark united with the Presbyterian church more than forty years ago. During the whole of that long period, his piety was active, uniform and consistent. He came to Missouri at a time when the Presbyterian element among her population was small. With every movement of the Church he was fully identified. His prayers, and efforts, and means were never withheld from any of her great enterprises. Quiet and unpretending, he was nevertheless active and efficient. In the early settlement of the country, his house was often for weeks and months the homes of God’s ministers. If Abraham “was the friend of God,” Father Clark was the preacher’s friend for Christ’s sake. There are many in different parts of the Union, who, as they read the notice of the death of this good man, will recall to mind the hospitality of his home. During the last years of his life, the Church of God seemed to be nearer if possible to his heart than ever before. All that affected the Church affected him. If she was prosperous he rejoiced; if she was threatened with disaster, he keenly felt for her. Dissensions among brethren, and strifes in particular congregations, greatly afflicted him. In his old age he sought with the tenderness of a father to heal divisions, and to quiet disturbances in Zion. He suffered greatly during his last illness, but never complained. “Patience had her perfect work.” When the last struggle came, God gently released him, and brought him to his reward. “Though dead he yet speaketh.” Eight of his children survive him; all of whom he lived to see useful members, and some of them office bearers in the church. Through them his influence will be perpetuated. “Blessed are the dead, that die in the Lord for they rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.” Jul 31, 1857: Departed this life at Richfield, Mo., July 24th, Maude, youngest twin daughter of Daniel and Margaret B. Gano, aged one year and twenty-five day. In this county on the 11th inst., Mrs. Margaret Jane, wife of Wm. Donagal, aged about 56 years. In this county, at the residence of Simon P. Hudson of measles, Mrs. Susan, wife of the late Rev. John K. Lacy, of Cooper co., Mo. Aug 7, 1857: Died in this city on the 5th inst., Lavonia Clay, daughter of Wm. M. and Elizabeth C. Ferguson, aged 5 years, 6 months and 3 days. We can sympathise with the afflicted father and mother of this precious child. She was certainly sprightly and intelligent far beyond her age; and over her early grave, many sincere tears will be shed by those, with whom she was so general a favorite. She will be missed from the Sunday school, where her remarkably fine voice was often heard united with others older than herself, in singing the praise of the blessed Redeemer, But the saddest voice will be in the home circle. May a merciful God, kindly temper this affliction to the bereaved parents, and make their faith to contemplate their little Lavonia, as having followed. “The Lamb to his fold in the sky.” F. Died in Richfield, Clay county, Mo., on the 27th of July, Mrs. A.E. Burris, wife of Samuel M. Burris, Esq., and eldest daughter of James M. Alcorn, aged 18 years and 6 months. This excellent Christian lady, has been called in the reward of the righteous. The writer knew her well, and can testify to her uniform consistency as a member of the church of Christ. About two years since, during a period of great religious interest in the community where she lived she united with the Presbyterian Church under very solemn circumstances. Too much afflicted in her own person to attend the house of God, she requested that the session should convene in her sick room. She gave an interesting and highly satisfactory account of the dealings of God with her soul, recognizing his hand in the bereavement and afflicted that had befallen her, and the voice of his providence, as calling her to think of eternal things. She was then received into the communion with the church, giving evidence to her dying day, that she loved the Saviour and the people of God. She was gentle and patient under trials, and without murmering under affliction. Those who knew and loved her, will recognize the truthfulness of the portrait here drawn. She has gone to join her saviour, whom she followed by faith, and to enjoy the society of her precious babes and sainted mother. We have not a doubt as to her safety, for it is written, “Blessed are the dead, that die in the Lord.” To the husband, father and other relations we tender our sympathy and condolence, with the prayer that the early death of our sister may be sanctified to the good of the living. F. Aug 14, 1857: Died August 2nd, in Clay co., Mo., Daniel F. Duerson, in the 27th year of his age. Aug 21, 1857: Polly Kimzey, formerly Polly Brawley, daughter of John and Mary Brawley, died on the 11th day of May, 1857, in Maries county, Mo., about one mile from Vienna. She had been on the decline for some five or six years; had twice visited and remained at the sulphur springs in Gasconade Co., for some time. But still she grew worse, and worse, and finally unable to do more than set up, and walk in the house. In November 1856 she manifested a desire to travel about some in an easy carriage, and she was taken from Linn in Osage county to her sons in Maries county, and after staying there some few weeks, became so weak that she was unable to be moved back home. She remained at her sons until about the middle of April last, when she was moved some two miles in a house near Vienna. She had severe cough almost sometime to suffocation, which was much worse at night than in the day. This cough had followed her for more than twenty years, gradually increased and finally wore her out. She was married in Howard county, Mo., in 1821, and in 1822, at home with her husband only, she professed religion, and with loud shouts of joy, praised the Redeemer. She was a weakly woman, though never had any severe attacks of fever; but her weakness appeared mostly to arise from a diseased state of the lungs. After she professed religion she joined the Cumberland Presbyterian church and was baptized probably by the Rev. Robert D. Morrow of Howard county, Mo., and at the time of her death she was a member of Barnett church, Osage county, Mo. It is remarkable that from the time of her profession of religion, that she never manifested one doubt but that her peace was made with God, and at all times when sickness and danger of death would appear, she would declare her readiness, and willingness to submit to the will of God. A few nights before her death she set up in her bed, her husband setting by, and prayed in a loud voice, for all her brothers and sisters naming them at the same time, and for all her children and her husband with a strong desire to meet them all in Heaven; and finally about sun rise on the 11th of May, 1857, she bid adieu to time and time things. And if there be a Heaven, a place of peace, a place of joy, a place of rest, a place where sickness, sorrow and death comes no more, a place where the virtuous, pious, and faithful believers in Christ, lives forever, she is there. And all her brothers, and sisters, and her children are invited to so live, so conduct in life, as to make their peace with God, die happy as she died, and then go up to that good world, and see her, and live and reign with her forever. S.K. Sept 4, 1857: On the 20th inst., at the residence of his brother-in-law, J.A. Sinclair, in this county, John Chapman Beatty, son of Capt., Jos, B. Beatty, in the 20th year of his age. He was a very worthy and excellent young man. Departed this life, at half past five o’clock P.M., of the 21st inst., Mrs. Elvira H., consort of Benjamin F. Watkins, of Saint Louis county, Mo., in the 42nd year of her age. The deceased was for many years previous to her death, a member of the Christian Church; and, in point of Christian virtues, domestic and social qualities, equaled by few, and surpassed by none. A few hours before her death, upon being questioned as to her hopes and prospects of future happiness, she replied “that her hopes of Heaven, and happiness were as clear as the sun at noon-day.” A consolation, (to her devoted husband, children and numerous friends, who mourn her loss) dearer than all the treasures of this fleeting world. Oh Death where is thy sting. Oh Grave where is thy Victory. BY A FRIEND. Sep 11, 1857: In this county, on the 3d inst., Mrs. Letitia, wife of Abijah W. Ecton, in the 27th year of her age. Sep 18 1857: In this county on the 14th inst., Mr. John Capps, in the 74th year of his age. Sep 25, 1857: Died in Clay county, Mo., September 9th, 1857, Wm. F. Hodges, aged 20 years. Oct 2, 1857: Died the 1st of August at the residence of his father-in-law near Anderson (Texas,) Rev. T.H. Hardwick, late of this county. Oct 16, 1857: Died, in Smithville, Mo., on the 26th of June, of Small Pox, Telcla Cardwell, daughter of Wiley C. and Mary E. Snail, aged seven months and 17 days; and at the same place, on the 30th day of September, of Typhoid Fever, Bettie Cowan, daughter of Wiley C. and the late Margaret A.E. Snail, aged eight years, one months and ten days. Died. from Disease of the heart, on the 27th, ult., at his residence in Clay county, Mo., Mr. Wade Moseby, in the 63d year of his age. The disease had been gradually invading his system for many yeas and during the last six months of his life rendered him the subject of unremitted sufferings – all of which he bore with the utmost fortitude and Christian resignation. His long life was uniformly characterized by the most unexceptionable moral integrity – ever practicing justice towards his fellows, towards himself temperance. His disposition was remarkably affable and complaisant, his conversation emphatically chaste, and his heart was humble. Several months before his death he made the Christian profession, and died in the full assurance of a blissful and a glorious immortality beyond the grave. He left a devoted and Christian wife, and a family of six children to mourn his loss. Oct 30, 1857: Departed this life October 2d, at Richfield, Mo., Blanche, eldest twin daughter of Margaret 8, and Daniel Gano, aged 13 months and 4 days. Nov 6, 1857: In this city, on the 1st inst., after a protracted illness, Margaret, wife of William H. Fisher, and daughter of E.D. Murray, in the 18th year of her age. In this city on the 26th ult., John Reed, son of Jas. A. & Ruth M. Hall, aged 18 months. Nov 13, 1857: In this city on the 7th inst., Mrs. Julia L., wife of Wm. T. Bryant, in the – year of her age. At the city of Los Angelos, Cal., on the evening of Saturday, September 12th, A.D. 1857, Mrs. Emily M.G., wife of Hon. Benjamin Hayes, formerly of Liberty, Mo. Nov 20, 1857: In this city on the 15th inst., Ernest, infant son of R.P. and M.F. Evans. In Richmond, on the 30th ult., Lemuel, son of Hon. G.W. Dunn, in the 16th year of his age. Nov 27, 1857: In this City, on Friday the 20th inst., Robert Clifton Nutter, aged 19 years and 8 months. In this city, on the 20th inst., Mrs. Emily Morris, about the 45th years of her age. Dec 4, 1857: We stop the press to announce one of the most heart rending scenes that has ever occurred in this city. At 9 o’clock A.M. the boilers in one of Mr. Erasmus Perry’s saw mills, situated in the bottom a few hundred yards from the business part of the city, exploded causing a terrific shock sensibly felt all over the city. The cries of the wounded soon were heard, and many were seen running towards the scene of death. Mr. Perry was found horribly mangled lying under the part of an engine and was recognized by letters and his book in his pocket. His Negro boy was found with a part of the boiler 50 yards from the mill, with his heart lying on the ground. A Negro belonging to the estate of Phinehas Skinner, and one belonging to Mr. Woods of Clay county, were badly scalded. The engineer, a German whose name we have not learned was badly scalded, and since writing the above we learn that he has died. Mr. Perry was an enterprising and much loved citizen. He leaves a heart-broken wife and some children, a number of relatives, and a large circle of friends to mourn his untimely death. Nothing has ever occurred in this city that has thrown over it such a gloomy picture of sorrow. Platte Argas. Dec 11, 1857: Died, in this city on the 19th inst., after a protracted illness, Mary Ellen, eldest daughter of John W. Gill, Esq., of Clay county, aged 18 years. In the death of this amiable young lady, was exhibited in a wonderfully striking manner, the excellency of our holy religion. To the writer, it is a matter of sincere regret, that he was not permitted to see the closing scene in the life of one so ripe for the heavenly inheritance. Those who were privileged to witness the last struggle and to hear the last utterances of this young Christian will not soon forget the one or the other. For three years previous to her death she had been an exemplary member of the Methodist Church. Her conversion was one ending in the full assurance of faith and hope. In feeble health for many months, she had ample time to ponder the solemn issues of eternity. A few weeks since, she came to Liberty for the purpose of receiving medical treatment from one of our physicians, but it soon became apparent, that her disease was of such a nature, as to preclude the hope of restoration: although it was believed that her life might be prolonged. In a few brief hours she sank rapidly to her final repose, but death gave her no surprise. She had been all along, watching for the coming of the Lord. When told of the near approach of the last Enemy, she received the announcement with the calm assurance of one, whose confidence reposed upon an Almighty arm. Away from home with no earthly father to encourage, no loving assiduities of a mother to cheer, no brother or sister to sympathize with her, she fought the great battle and conquered, yea, more than conquered. No shadow crossed her pathway, as she entered the vestibule of the celestial temple; no doubt of complete victory, detracted from the moral grandeur of the conflict. She caught the spirit of Paul, and sang sweetly of heaven as she grappled with death and bid him welcome. When her voice seemed too feeble for utterance, she could nevertheless join with a sublime animation in singing the praises of god. With a distinctness absolutely startling, to those gathered around her dying bed, she united with them in the words. ”Oh! sing to me of Heaven, When I am called to die,” &c Among the last sounds she heard on earth, was the music of that hymn. Doubtless the first sounds heard in heaven, were swelling the praises of the Redeemed! May God sanctify so blameless a life, and so triumphant a death, to the present and eternal good of those who survive her. Dec 18, 1857: Death of Mr. John Wilson. – We are pained to announce the very sudden and unexpected death of Mr. John Wilson, one of our most promising and respectable citizens. He died in this city, at the residence of his brother-in-law, in the afternoon of Tuesday last, the 1st inst. Mr. Wilson was a young lawyer of more than ordinary promise. He graduated a few years since with high honors at the State University, and had he lived he would doubtless have become one of the brightest ornaments of the profession which he had chosen. St. Joe Journal. In Richmond on the 25th ult., of ???? complaint, Samuel Adrian, son of S. and M.E. Ringo, aged 17 months and 17 days. Dec 25, 1857: In this city, on 21st inst., Lizzie, daughter of E.B. & Harriet Allen, aged 18 months. File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/mo/clay/newspapers/deathsin84gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/mofiles/ File size: 29.9 Kb