Billings County (Includes Slope County) Marmarth Mail - 1907 - 1912 Extracted and contributed by Trudy Mckean, NDGenWeb Coordinator for Slope County. ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. ************************************************************************ (C) 1999 Trudy McKean Excerpts of birth, death, marriage, and miscellaneous announcements from The Marmarth Mail, Billings County, ND Volume 1, No. 2, December 24, 1907 through Volume VI, No. 3, 1912. Some parts of the microfilm were too difficult to read or completely illegible, therefore, this does not necessarily include all such announcements. Mrs. Christian Stockert died suddenly at her home on the evening of Dec. 13th. Mrs. C. Stockart died at her home near Shackville on Friday and left an infant babe besides many of her children. Volume 1, No. 3, January 3, 1908 A bouncing baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hesser early Thursday morning, mother and child doing well. The Herald extends congratulations. A young homesteader named John Peterson living a few miles south of Scranton, was found dead on Christmas day by a brother who was about to pay him a visit. Death was caused by heart disease. Volume 1, Number 5, January 17, 1908 Christian Stockert was married the first of the year to Mrs. Frank Roshan of Fayette. The happy couple have sixteen children. The marriage of Bert Smith and Mrs. Carrie Glenn at Bowman and their return to Marmarth Tuesday evening was the occasion of a great report of fire arms, banging of tin pans and hallooing. The boys say Mr. Smith treated all night. Volume 1, Number 6, January 24, 1908 Word has been received in the city of the death at Seattle on January 11th of Mrs. Harry Williams, daughter of Mrs. Josephine Nichols, and mother of Mrs. A. Esler of Jamestown. The remains will be brought to Jamestown and the funeral held from the residence of Mrs. Nichols, Thursday, burial at Highland home. Deceased was 38 years of age. Jamestown Alert. We just learned this week of the death of an old time resident of this country, Henry Mulllkey. He had had a case of Bright's disease and an attack of pneumonia. Henry has been a member of his brother's family at the old 101 ranch for many years. He had many friends and acquaintances in this country who are sorry to learn the sad news. Volume 1, Number 9, February 14, 1908 Mr. and Mrs. Levi Paul celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary Saturday evening of last week by inviting a few of their friends and neighbors to a good old fashioned supper. The evening was good but the house was crowded and all had a good time and hoped they could all be present at their golden anniversary. The doctor from Dickinson came down to see Mr. Young was who seriously ill at the time but di4ed Monday evening. Mr. Young has been an old farmer on the Little Missouri river for about twenty years, and everybody was sorry to hear of his death. Volume 1, Number 15, March 27, 1908 We regret to say that Mrs. K**** a homesteader living hear here died last Tuesday. She was buried Friday, March 20. A very sad affair occurred at the home of George Belknap Monday of last week when Mr. Belknap met an untimely death. The coroner was down from Beach Wednesday and the stomach was sent to Bismarck to ascertain whether the deceased died from an overdose of laudanum or from a blow received in a family quarrel. Volume 1, Number 17, April 19, 1908 Joseph Frize, who worked for Theodore Hayes the past winter, died Friday night of peritonitis. Volume 1, No. 31, July 17, 1908 A young man named Harry Lightning of Fargo, was drowning in the river at Belfield on the 4th while in bathing. The unfortunate man had taken a cramp and drowned before his companions realized anything was wrong. Volume 1, No. 32 July 24, 1908 Arthur E. Dague, commonly known as the "Eklaka Kid," will be married Sunday to Miss Willie Martin at Camp Crook. Volume 1, No. 33, July 31, 1908 A Sad Accident Last Sunday evening, July 19, 1908, while little Frankie Oswald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Oswald was throwing some hay out of the wagon the team became frightened, breaking loose they ran with the little boy in the wagon. Mrs. Oswald who was standing near, ran to catch the lines, but alas, she was too late. So she called to the little boy who was eight years oaf ago to run to the back end of the wagon and jump, but the little fellow rang to the front end of the wagon, thinking he could grasp the lines and stop the team, but he failed to reach them. Then his mother heard him calling, "Oh mother, mother," but the maddened team soon carried him out of hearing distance. They ran about a mile and in making a turn to start down a high, steep bank the wagon was upset throwing the little boy, also a barrel which was in the wagon, and the wagon bed some distance. When his parents got to him they saw that life was almost extinct and in half an hour Jesus claimed him as one of his angels, as his earthly work was done. Little Frankie was a very bright little fellow and much loved by all who knew him. The friends of the family gathered to aid the grief stricken parents in this sad moment. Mr. Oswald lived on a claim, just coming to this country about last march. Little Frankie was laid to rest in the Bowman cemetery, Monday evening, July 20, 1908. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community. There is a home, a blessed home in that fair land above where peace and happiness abound the paradise of love. There is a home, a heavenly home in fadeless verdure dress. Where toil and labor are no more the paradise of rest. There is a home, a happy home Where care and sorrow cease. Where sin and sickness never come The paradise of peace. Volume 1, No. 34, August 7, 1908 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Oswald who lost their boy in a run-away, Sunday July 19th buried him in Bowman. His was the first grave in the county cemetery. Volume 1, No. 38, September 4, 1908 This Friday morning a bay girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Glennon. Mr. Glennon is one of the railroad dispatchers. Volume1, Number 40, September 18, 1908. Rozell and Anna Madzo were married at Bowman last Thursday. They called at Mound on their way to their new home at Medora. Miss Madzo had been staying with Mrs. Gamble this summer and was very much like by all who met her. Monday evening W. C. Vandevort surprised his numerous friends by arriving in town with a bridge, a former Miss Blake of Minneapolis. The proverbial merry wedding bell and all the unalloyed joy of approaching conjugal relationship were in this instance, but an iridescent dr4am as their route of final courtship and marriage was ensnared with parental dissatisfaction and outside interference so that the whole affair was a romance in real life. We will not attempt to give any deals as every paper in St. Paul and Minneapolis had full column, first page accounts of the affair, but we will say, with a host of others, that we're glad Van "went and done it", and may all the hope and happiness and good things in life attend him and his charming ***** throughout the golden vista of **** peers. Volume 1, Number 41, September 25, 1908. A. Armstrong dropped dead last Friday, September 18th, while talking to his former partner, E.D. Caudle. Mr. Armstrong up to the time of his death was enjoyed splendid health and his death came without warning. Mr. Armstrong was one of the biggest sheep ranchers in the country and came here from Al*ada, Mont., where he formerly had a cattle ranch. He recently sold out his Bowman county holdings to his sons and was planning to leave in the spring with several other ranchers for the Aleutian Islands; Alaska, where he intended opening up a new ranch. Mr. Armstrong was very popular and leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his loss. He is survived by his father, wife and two sons. Volume 1, Number 42, October 2, 1908 Medora, N.D., Sept. 28 - Jennie Robinson, wife of Harve Robinson, president of the Interstate bank of Billings County, died at Sentinal Butte last evening. She laves a child two weeks old and two other children age seven and eight years. Mrs. Robinson was the daughter of Henry Gilbert, clerk of court and for over twenty years postmaster at Sentinal Butte, and the oldest resident of the county. Mrs. Robinson was the first white child born in the county and has lived here all her life. What old timer does not remember Jennie Robison as girl, wife and mother? Harve Robinson has lost a true wife, his children a most excellent mother, and Billings county a good, true woman; a woman without an enemy. Let us hope she is now with her god. Wednesday morning a fine baby boy arrived at the home of O.C. Jenks. We might have put a big headline on this and lengthened it but to about a column but we haven't got that smokerino yet. Future papas take notice. Volume II, Number 13, March 12, 1909 We have recently learned that S. P. Grane who is now in Wisconsin, will be married on the 185h of this month to Miss Jacobson who has a claim adjoining his south of town. This news gives all his unsuspecting fellow honyocks and lady friends down that away a slight shock, as Grane, although he should have been married long ago, was generally considered too bashful and backward to frame up a deal of this kind all by himself without any advice or guidance from his numerous sod-busting compatriots. We understand that the Pioneer Debating Society, of which he is president, will at the next meeting, discuss his case, and probably impeach him for flagrant neglect of his official duties in the pursuit of matters immaterial, irrelevant and not pertaining to the welfare of the society. Dan McNeal, the suicide found up the track, east of the town a little distance, some short time ago, whose remains were identified by numerous sorrowing acquaintances, who was legally declared dead, duly buried in our brand new cemetery, and regarding whose demise the Mail did its greatest darndest to give a heartrending and tear extracting account, has, it is reported, come back to this vale of sorrow and is again alive and kicking. Judge Whiting received a letter from McNeal's son Tuesday containing the information that his father was working at Three Forks, Mont at the present time. Action has already been taken to discover the identity of the man who was supposed to be McNeal. If developments s don't hustle along pretty quick McNeal will either have to put in an appearance or stay dead.12 Volume II, Number 19, April 2*, 1909 Prominent Man of Rhame, ND Dies Suddenly from Bright's Disease For the second time in its existence, our little community was thorn into a state of deepest gloom Sunday evening when it became known that heath had again been a visitor among us. As is so often the case, the one chosen was one apparently in good health. Mr. Iver Lyng at 8:30 o'clock in the morning walked in from his homestead just south of town at 8:30 at night he was sleeping the sleep that knows no waking in the hospital art Marmarth. About noon he was seized with a convulsion from which he rallied. Dr. Lochead, who was called, decided that he should be taken to the Marmarth hospital on the afternoon train. Drs. Bordwell and Lochead with the nurses at the hospital worked hard, but in vain, for Mr. Lyng passed away at 8:30 p.m. From the nature of his illness - Brights Disease - it is evident that he has been a silent and uncomplaining sufferer fro some time. His sister, Miss Anna Lyng accompanied the body to Sioux Falls, South Dakota where his mother and brother live. Mr. Lyng was one of our most estimable young men, being possessed of most of the virtues and none of the vices of mankind. Being possessed of a retiring disposition his violin was almost his constant companion. Few were the dances in the surrounding country and towns at which he was not present as a musician. Easter Monday night he was to have played for the dance at Buffalo South Dakota. Mr. Lyng was a graduate of Sioux Falls Normal '05 and came west over a year ago. He would have proved up on his homestead in another month. He will be much missed around town for his unobtrusive manner had endeared him to us all. - Rhame Review Volume 2, Number 24, A baby girl recently arrived at the ranch home of Frank Dekleinhans. At the dance on the evening of the home-coming of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Harrison, the dining room was filled with a happy throng who were all anxious to express their good will and extend their heartiest congratulations to the newly married couple. During the midnight luncheon Mayor Warren in a brief an appropriate address present Mr. and Mrs. Harrison with a chest of silver, a token of the esteem of a number of their friends. A multitude of individual presents has since been added to this gift. Dick, commonly called, is one of the old timers here and has made a reputation for Marmarth in the hostelry line that is an enviable one. The Mail joins with every resident of the vicinity in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Harrison all the blessings of a happy wedded life. Volume II, Number 25, June 4, 1909 Last Friday evening while Tilden Martin and family living seven miles west, were driving to a wedding anniversary at the Dean home their buggy was struck by lightning which instantly killed Mrs. Martin and the horses. The twelve months old baby which Mrs. Martin held in her arms and the other two children were unharmed but Mr. Martin was so severly burned as to render him unconscious. The oldest child was sent to the nearest neighbor, a mile distant and medical assistance was immediately summoned. The lightning struck Mrs. Martin at the back of the head causing instantaneous death. Mr. Martin's shoe was ripped off of his foot and flung a short distance from the rig. The horses fell with their feet in the road and their bodies to the outside. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved husband. Volume II, Number 28 Tuesday evening at 9:30 p.m., occurred the death of Mrs. O'Conner, the grandmother of Mrs. J. W. O'Bannon of this city. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock the service being performed by Father van den Heuvel of Bowman. The deceased was eighty-nine years of age. The weight of years, together with minor infirmities brought about her demise. The beraved relatives home have the sympathy of the community. Volume II, Number 29, Monday morning immediately preceding mass Father Van den Heave pronounced the words which made Patrick McNamara and Katherine Corcoran of Bowman man and wife. The couple left the same evening on the west bound train. Volume II, No. 30 Mr. Paul Nitcy and Miss Susie Wiebe were united in marriage in Bowman County, Tuesday, June 29th. Rev. J.G. Dickey being the officiating clergyman. There home is at the Atkinson ranch. A happy company of friends witnessed the marriage of Mr. Walter Seaman and Miss Ida Wetherill at the home of the brides parents in Custer county, Montana, at 8 o'clock Wednesday evening June 30, 1909, Rev. J.G. Dickey of the Marmarth Congregational church officiating. A number of beautiful and costly gifts added materially to the united expressions of good wishes and congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Seaman will reside on his homestead in Custer Co. Word was received here in railroad circles Tuesday of the death of Ed. Dowdle, one of the older breakeman on the division west. The details of the accident are meager but we understand he was run down by an engine at the McKenzie pit between Terry and Miles City and was dead when found. Mr. Dowdle left a wife and three children, whom he was preparing to bring out either to Marmarth or Miles City in the near future. The sympathy of all go out to those so suddenly bereaved. Volume II, No. 31 Engineer Biddle who lost a leg in an accident at Miles City some days ago died at Miles City Sunday night. Volume II, No. 32 Wednesday, at Beach, Samuel Lowery died of cancer in the face, after nearly 18 years of suffering. Mr. Lowery has lived in Billings county nearly 25 years, and served a term as commissioner. He was at one time in affluent circumstances, having extensive land and stock interest in the north-eastern part of the country, but through expenses incident to treatment and its hindrance of active work , his substance was exhausted. He leaves a wife and four children of whom two are under twelve years of age, to mourn the parents death - Billings County Herald. Volume II, No. 34 The arrival of a little son at the home of Agent Smart last Friday caused a flurry of good humor around the depot. Volume II, No. 39 Last Tuesday evening Frank Dolan celebrated the return from his recent nuptials by giving his many friends an opportunity to trip the light fantastic toe at the Closterman House. Everybody was busy with congratulations and a number of the boys presented him and his bridge with an armadilla basket. It is needless to enlarge on the thoro enjoyment of the occasions. Last Wednesday before Judge Boyesen at Bowman occurred the marriage of Miss Hahan to Gray Stuart. The couple were attended at the ceremony by a number of friends. They returned the same evening and were met at the train with the usual demonstrations. The couple are well known in this vicinity and both have lived here for some time. The Mail joins with a host of friends in wishing them Godspeed and happiness adown the path of life. Volume II, Number 45 From the Sentinel News. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Ridgeway died Wednesday morning. The little one was about one week old. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents. Volume II, Number 46 Many Marmarthians Win Homes James D. Ratchford, one of the pioneer residents of Marmarth is the proud and happy possessor of No. 50 in the drawing o the reservation lands. This number is practically as good as No. 1, there being several hundred very desirable tracts of land which are almost identical in point of worth, and Jimmy has ordered two cases of red top champagne as a demonstration of his appreciation of the good luck which befell him. Out of the several hundred Marmarth people who registered, only ten or twelve3 have as yet been notified of having drawn land privilege. The lucky ones are as follows: J.D. Ratchford, 50; L. W. Johnson, 1233; J.R. Kelly, 2452; J.R. Cooley, 3533; G.P. Dalton, 3650; Joseph Welch; 4678; Sam Pappas, 3855; Thos. E. Bowe, 4971; H.D. Patten, 6259. Volume II, Number 48 Monthly School Report Marmarth School The following pupils received highest grades and therefore, first honors in their class: First grade: Myrtle Monson, 96 Verna Monson, 96 Second grade; Wesley Pirnie, 5 Third grade; Ledna Leming, 94. Fifth grade; Lottie Gorman 98' Eva Delaria 98. Sixth grade; Charley Winegar ?, Cora Pirnie 97, Leslie Carter ?? Seventh Grade; Lucy Wymore, ??, Beatrice Sult 97. Eighth grade; Florence Smyth ??, Hattie Winegar 96 and nine-???, Merl Comstock 96 and four-fifths. Nine Grade; Bernice Ludolph Tenth Grade; Winifred Hughes. Card of Thanks We hereby wish to express our thanks for the aid and sympathy shown us by all friends and neighbors in the recent bereavement by death of our husband, son and brother. Mrs. John B. Wyman, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Wyman, Henry V. Wyman. Milton Bude celebrated his 14th birthday today with a party for some eighteen of his young playmates. A dainty luncheon was served and many presents received. We clip from the Randolph (Indiana) Enterprise the following account of the life and death of I. R. Gilmore, who will e remembered here as having made his son Lee Gilmore of this place an extensive visit a year ago: Isaac R. Gilmore was born near Pendleton, Madison county, Indiana in 1839. When quite young he removed with his parents to Illinois, where he lived until the begging of the Civil war, when he enlisted and served until the close with honor. He was united in marriage with Elizabeth, daughter of Edward and Susannah Thornburg. To this union was born 9 children, five sons and four daughter, two of whom, Mary Luella age nine months, and Clayton aged 32 years having preceeded their father to that better world. For forth years he was a member of the Christian church, devoting a great amount of his time, labor and money to the upbuilding of his fellowman. At the organization of the G.A.R. he became a member of that order and was always devoted to its teachings. September 23, 1871 he was made a master Mason by Blountsville lodge and in all ways tried to practise the teachings of that great order. He died on October 30, 1909, aged 69 years, 11 months and 19 days, leaving a widow, 7 children, 1 brother, 1 sister, numerous relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at Union church Monday morning at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. R. P. Arrick assisted by Rev. Thornburg. Interment at Union Cemetery. Volume II, Number 49 A ten pound daughter which arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L.D. Gilmore last week, and which is now fat and well, was overlooked by our newsgatherer. A little daughter arrived at the home of Hess Neal and wife last Tuesday and Hess has been handing out the cigars in appreciation of his good luck. Volume II, Number 51 Frank Smith, an old-timer in this vicinity, was killed in a runaway last week, while driving a team belonging to the Field & Walker ranch down on the reservation. Considerable effort has been made to locate his relatives, who reside somewhere in Texas, but as yet no one has been found who knows their exact whereabouts. Lee Field came to Marmarth Wednesday evening to spend Thanksgiving and take in the opening of the Barber opera house, but was compelled to return to the ranch upon a message telling of the accident. Volume II, Number 52 Judge Whiting and Marshall Divine were summoned to section 24, 134-104, Wednesday evening to hold inquest over the remains of John McCormick who was found dead in his homestead shack that day, by R. L. Weire. Mr. McCormick who is about 55 years of ago, has been divorced from his wife for a number of years, and since filing upon his claim has lived the life of a hermit. He was a man of considerable means, having made a small fortune in the saloon business, in Wisconsin. He is supposed to have died from a paralytic stroke, as he had had two former strokes. He had for some time been almost entirely paralyzed on one side and walked with a crutch. His body was brot to Gibbs' undertaking room last night where it will await the orders of friends of the dead man. Mrs. McCormick has wired the judge that she would arrive here tonight. Carl A. Olson and Ellen Munson, both of Marmarth were united in marriage at Hillsbro, this sate, on November 26th, 1909. Mr. Olson is an industrious and successful young farmer of the Sunny Slope district, south of Marmarth, and the bridge is one of the most popular and accomplished belles of that beautiful little settlement. After visiting with relatives at Mayville and Portland they returned to Marmarth on the 8th inst., to take up their residence upon the Olson farm. The Mail wishes the happy couple success and continued happiness. School Notes The following pupils received highest honors in their classes for November:' Tenth grade, Herbert Molchoir 86 1-2 Claud Molchoi 86 1-4. Ninth Grade Berenice Ludolph 97, Greggie Fullarton 95. Eighth Grade Florene Smyth 98 3-10, Merl Comstock 98 1-10 Eva Pirnie, 96. Seventh Grade Anna Peterson, 97 1-2, Beatrice Sult, 97. Sixth Grade Cora Pirnie, 97. Leslie Carter, 96, Charley Winegar, 96. Fifth Grade Lottie Gorman, 98, Eva Delaria 98, Chester Allison, 96. Third Grade Bernadette Bott 95 1-2 Lawrence Smyth 95. Second Grade Wesley Pirnie, 95 Katie Meyer 93 3-4, Harold Delaries, 93. First Grade Reginia Bott, 95, Myrtle Monson 94, Verna Monson 94 1-2. Volume 3, Number 1 A twelve pound son arrived at the home of W. C. Vandervort, last Friday. This is the first boy among a half-dozen recent births in Marmarth, and the advent of the youngster naturally causes Van unbounded joy and pride. Volume 3, Number 2 Chas. Winegar had a birthday party last Friday night, that being his fourteenth birthday, about 30 of his young friends being present. A splendid supper was served and all went to their homes highly pleased with the entertainment they were given. Volume 3, Number 3 Joseph H. McDonald, one of the old timers of Coal Creek, died last week after a lingering illness with pneumonia and complications. Carl Olson, the husby honyock and his chick young bride, were treated to an old fashioned charivari last Saturday evening by a host of their friends and neighbors. The young newly weds took their less fortunate (?) friends and neighbors in, and soon the frosty Dakota air was filled with the hazy smoke and sweet aroma of the weed that sooths. Volume 3, No. 4 Ed Nevill returned recently with his bridge formerly Miss Gray and are comfortably settled in their "little shanty on the claim." Volume III, No. 6, January 21, 1910 Badland Correspondence-Delayed The community was shocked to hear of the death of Albert F. Braese, which occurred at his home Dec. 24th, 1909. The cause of death was a cancer of the intestines, from which he has suffered for some time. He came here with his family from Madison, S.D., a year ago last fall. He leaves a wife and eleven children. Relatives from a distance to attend the funeral, were, his daughter, Hattie, of Marmarth, and his brother, of Madison. Rev. Dickey, of Marmarth, conducted the funeral service. Volume III, No. 8, February 4, 1910 Thursday morning occurred the marriage of Miss Helen Kunick to Keo Kukowski. The ceremony was performed by Father Herlmeier at the residence of M. Zent,. Both the bride and groom are prosperous homesteaders living south of town and the Mail extends well wishes. Volume III, No. 9, February 11, 1910 The marriage of George Adolph Kurt to Miss Jessie Johnstone Milne, which took place at the Congregational Church Wednesday evening, was the first public function of the kind ever given in the village, and was attended by a large audience. The bride was attended by Miss Hazel Kelly, and presented by her uncle, Robert Fullarton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.G. Dickey. Wm. Deneen attended the groom. The bridge was exquisitely gowned in cream albatross trimmed with netting and moiré taffeta sash, and was veiled and wreathed and carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses. The bridesmaid wore white silk and carried a bouquet of pink carnations. After the ceremony the bridal party, accompanied by a number of friends, repaired to the Gorman residence to indulge in the wedding dinner. The dining room and tables were appropriately decorated and the repast excellent. We extend, with their friends, congratulations and wish them long life and prosperity. Born to H.H. Bovy, and wife Jan 27, 1910, a boy baby. Dr. Stork called at the home of Frank Melke and wife last Monday and left a daughter. Volume III, No. 11, February 25, 1910 Born to Mr. and Mrs. James Ainsley, Wednesday, Feb. 23, 1910, a baby girl. A surprise shower party was given on the 19th at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Shultz, in honor of their daughter, Dorothy. Died William Pliley, in Marmarth, Sunday, February 20th, 1910. His people, who reside in Kansas were notified of his death and have sent instructions for the interment to be made here. Volume III, No. 12, March 4, 1910 A telegram from Dick Harrison Tuesday announced the birth of an eleven pound daughter at their Minneapolis residence. Dick and his estimable wife have our congratulations. Volume III, No. 15, March 25, 1910 Married at the home of the bride's brother, Thursday, March 24th, 1910, Miss Ida Strom to Mr. Sidney Berg, Rev. Dickey officiating. The Mail joins their many friends in wishing the happy pair prosperity. Volume III, No. 17, April 8, 1910 "A.B." Married AB. Johnson, the well-known stock dealer, of Camp Crook, Ismay and all over, was married last Saturday in Minneapolis to Miss Abbie Underwood of Ismay. The announcement by the young lady's mother states that they will be at home in Ismay. Robt. May and Kathrine Skeel were married last Thursday in Bowman. Volume III, No. 19, April 22, 1910 Ole Oleson of Austin was married last Saturday to Miss Mae Phillips formerly teacher of the Beaver school. Judge Whiting Married. Marmarthians were surprised when last Monday's train, No. 1, arrived to see Judge Whiting return from his eastern trip accompanied by a bride. Our message gives the following account of the event: Astabula, Ohio, April 7 - "The marriage of Georgiana Morris, of this city to Judge F. A. Whiting, of Marmarth, N.D., occurred here today. Mr. Whiting is a prominent real estate and townsite man of western North Dakota while the bride is one of Astabula's fairest and most estimable daughters." The Mail extends best wishes, and on behalf of the citizens of our village a hearty welcome to our social community. Volume III, No. 20, April 29, 1910 An Untimely Death It is with deep regret that we chronicle the death of Edward Harold Field which occurred in a most tragic manner about 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 26th, 1910, at Rhame, the second station east of Marmarth, by being literally cut to pieces by a Milwaukee engine. He was employed in the capacity of fireman and at Rhame he had occasion to alight from the engine, and in passing around the rear end his foot slipped, throwing him between the rails so close to the backward moving engine that it was impossible for him to recover before it passed over him, and being on the left side, the engineer could not see him in time to prevent the terrible deed. He was born in Thame, Oxford England, and at the time of his death was 18 years old, coming to this country at the age of fourteen, followed latter by three brothers who reside in Marmarth and who have the heart-felt sympathy of many friends. The funeral services were held from the Congregational church, conducted by the Rev. Dickey and interment was made in the Marmarth cemetery. Volume III, No. 27, June 17, 1910 Death Ends Suffering Mrs. Laben Woods succumbs after a complication of ailments lasting over two months. (Most of article is illegible) Volume III, No. 30, July 8, 1910 Married Last Sunday Miss Mary Carscallon was married at Jamestown to Mr. Fern Graham of Caster, Mont. From there they went to Rock Lake to spend a few days with the groom's parents after which they will move permanently to Carter. The bride is well-known here having taught in the local school ever since it was established. The Mail joins with a multitude of friends in wishing them Godspeed ********* of married life. Volume III, No. 32, July 22, 1910 Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Bently celebrated their first wedding anniversary July 1st by inviting in a few of their friends among them were MR. and Mrs. Geo. Pearl, it also being their thirty-fourth wedding anniversary. The many friends of Dominic Gravetti were pleased to welcome him back to the city this week in company with his bridge. In this latter regard he sprung a surprise on the boys and was kept busy receiving their congratulations and good wishes. They will make their home at Miles City where Mr. Gravetti has a run as an engineer on the Milwaukee. Volume III, No. 33, July 29, 1910 It has been rather dry around Mound of late but Rhame reports showers of rice. Ask Albert Blair and bride. Our hearty congratulations to you Mr. and Mrs. Blair. Volume III, No. 34, August 5, 1910 We omitted last week to mention the arrival of a baby girl at the home of MR. and Mrs. Gray Stuart at their ranch south of town. Volume III, No. 37, August 26, 1910 Miss. Velma Lamb recently joined the happy band of matrons bearing the proud title of Mrs. and is now keeping house for two in place of one on her homestead. Mr. Stowe is the gentleman that sits opposite at the mess table. We have not had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Stowe but take it for granted that he is well worthy of the honor bestowed upon him. Volume III, No. 38, September 2, 1910 Druggist Jorns left last night for Grafton to attend the funeral of their little daughter who died in Minneapolis in the morning. Mrs. Jorns wired her husband that she would leave Minneapolis this morning with the body for Grafton. Volume III, No. 41, September 23, 1910 Fatal Shooting at Concord Just as we are preparing to print word comes of the killing of old man Crowe, who lived with his son-in-law, Mr. Lowe, in the southern portion of Bowman county this evening by Denver Woods, of Marmarth. It is reported that the killing, which was by shooting thru the heart, was the result of a dispute over the possession of a horse. Denver at once gave his son over to the officials of Bowman county. Volume III, No. 42, September 30, 1910 The preliminary hearing of Denver and Labe Woods was called at Bowman this morning before Justice C.E. Davison. The boys waived examination and were bound over to the district court, without bail considerations. Mills, Hickey and Wood stood examination, and it is reported that the latter was released, while the other two were bound over with a bond consideration of $5,000 each. Volume III, No. 44, October 14, 1910 A quiet Wedding. A quiet marriage ceremony of this afternoon was at which Mrs. Ruth Robbins Loomis became the bridge of Dr. Frederick C. Rodda of Marmarth, N.D. The service took place at 5 o'clock at the home of the bridge's mother, Mrs. A.A. Robbins at Robbinsdale. Rev. Donald G. Clop of Robbinsdale officiated and only the brothers and sisters of the bride were present. American Beauty roses and autumn foliage made a setting of autumnal beauty throughout the rooms with clusters of garden flowers in the reception hall and on the piazzas. There were no attendants for the bride, who wore a gown of white and lavender chiffon over the same tone silk, and who held a bouquet of purple violets and lilies of the valley. Miss Gertrude Hull played during the ceremony and after the vows had been exchanged. Dr. and Mrs. Rodda left on a short eastern wedding tour. They will make their home at Marmarth, North Dakota. Volume III, No. 45, October 21, 1910 Wednesday at Aberdeen, S.D. occurred the wedding of Miss Valois Sult of our city and E.V. Whiton of Janesville, Wisconsin. They will make their home in Janesville. Miss Sult was one of Marmarth's popular young ladies and will be greatly missed by the young people of the city. Clarence Oberholtzer and Grace Oleson left Wednesday evening for Miss Oleson's home in Minnesota where they will be united in marriage. They expect to extend their wedding tour to New York and New Orleans. Monday at 12:00 occurred the death of little Bartie Gray, the five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gray, who live in North Marmarth. The child had been ill for only a short time and the cause of death was that terribly fatal disease among children - diptheria. The child was buried the following day and every means has been taken to prevent a spread of the malady. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the community in their sorrow and irreparable loss. Volume III, No. 48, November 11, 1910 Clyde Sims, assistant depot agent, slipped away from the maddening throng hereabouts and returned this week a married man. Clyde can now sit by the cook stove in the cold wintry evenings and hold hands till the cows come home. Pretty comfortable that, too. The home of Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Ugland was saddened last Monday by the departure of their infant son to a home beyond the skies. The child had not been strong for some days and Sunday evening a change was noticed from which time he gradually got weaker until about six o'clock Monday evening the tiny mortal breathed his last. It was a sad stroke for the young parents and they have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. The childs name was Theodore Morris Bordwell. We have but recently learned of the sad death of Mr. Fred Lowe, which occurred the forepart of last week. We understand that he has been subject to frequent attacks of paralysis and last week while taking the election returns to Bowman he received a stroke from which he did not recover. Volume III, No. 48, November 25, 1910 Just as we go to press the sad news reached us of the death of the daughter of C.A. Moulding. No particulars are obtainable beyond the fact that the angel of death gathered her in suddenly and without warning and where happiness and contentment before reigned supreme in the little family of three, sadness and despair now cast their somber gloom over a bereaved father and mother. The Mail together with a host of Marmarth friends, extends heartfelt sympathy to the parents over their irreparable loss. The funeral of the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Ugland was conducted at their home last week Thursday. Rev. Rasmussen presided at the ceremonies. A large gathering of friends and neighbors was present. Interment was made in the cemetery at the Norwegian church south of Rhame. Volume III, No. 49, December 3, 1910 Infant Burned with House Horrible Tragedy to Carlyle Neighborhood Grandchild of I.W. Dudley Burned to Death Before Mother's Eyes (Most of article is illegible) Volume III, No. 52, December 9, 1910 The mail inadvertently failed to mention the marriage a week ago Monday of Floyd Way and Miss Leah Hughes. The ceremony occurred at Mcintosh. The groom is a prominent member of the local B. of L. F & E. and the bride has been a resident of Marmarth for sometime having been assistant postmistress under Mrs. Woods. The many friends of the happy couple wish them joy and prosperity throughout their wedded life. Volume IV, No. 1, December 16, 1910 Among the births recorded in the city this week are; Foreman Lintleman, a boy; Walmer Rasmussen, a boy; Wm. Gore, a girl; Ed Dixon, a girl. Nothing can keep Marmarth from growing. Volume IV, No. 2, December 23, 1910 On Tuesday morning at the Deaconess hospital in Minneapolis was born to Mr. and Mrs. Vandervort a baby girl. It had been decided beforehand that the little one was to be named Dorothea Clark. Van set up the same good grade of cigars as he did when the little boy arrived. Volume IV, No. 3, December 30, 1910 Man Killed in Local Yards Early Tuesday Morning, a Man, Who had Just Emerged From a Freight Train Was Run Over by Freight Engine. Early Tuesday morning a man, who had been beating his way on a west bound freight, which had just pulled into the yards, was run over and killed by the freight's big engine as she was being backed down the siding, preparatory to entering the roundhouse. Evidently the stranger was thoroughly benumbed with cold and had just crawled out of his "nest," and was standing close by the siding, where the engine came bearing down upon him. Warning was shouted to him, but evidently he was too benumbed with the cold to understand the warning and the tender caught him, dragging him along for several rods, before he became loose and fell between the main line and the siding. Various railroad men who immediately went to this aid found that his left leg was cut off above his knee and that his head was badly bruised and crushed. The injured man was hurriedly taken up to Dr. Bordwell's office where he died almost immediately. The body was taken to Frank Gibb's undertaking rooms and Justice Whiting empanelled a coronor's jury, which, after viewing the remains and the scene of the tragedy, brought in a verdict exonerating the railroad company from all blame. Investigation showed the man to be a Fin, who had evidently come over to this country some five years ago. He had a check and cash amounting to about $50 and papers showing that when he came to America he had changed his name to Joe Wilson. No other names or addresses were given. The remains were interred Thursday afternoon with Rev. Dickey offering prayer at the grave. John Baer, the efficient secretary of the Beach Commercial Club was married on the 28th to Miss Estelle Kennedy of Minneapolis. While attempting to mine coal from an old well southwest of Beach Albert Popil lost his life being overcome by gas. It was about two hours before he could be taken out. Card of Thanks We wish to thank our neighbors and friends who assisted us during the fatal illness of our baby. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lintleman. Volume IV, November 9, February 10, 1911 Nuptial Knot Tied Sunday Charles W. Sampson and Mrs. Louis Were Made Man and Wife at the Congregational Church Sunday A large No. of friends gathered at the Congregational church last Saturday afternoon at half past two to witness the marriage of Charles W. Sampson of Rhame and Mrs. Louise M. Smyth of our city. The bride was beautifully gowned in cream hand embroidered Sicilian cloth with satin bands. She carried cream roses. Miss Lulu played the Lohengrin wedding march. The ring service was pronounced by Rev. F. G. Dickey, pastor of the church. After hearty congratulations the bridal party with the intimate friends repaired to the bride's home, where a delicate repast was served by Florence Smyth. Tressa Carter and Cora Pirnie. A number of pretty gifts, hearty toasts and sincere best wishes provided the esteem in which Mr. and Mrs. Sampson are held. Those present from out of town were, the Misses Olive Murray and Gertie Scheidelmantel and Messrs. Carl Ross, Paul Murray, Alfred Lanquist and Alfred Almquist. At ten minutes past five the guests escorted the bride and groom to the train which was to carry them to Butte for a day, thence to Tacoma, and from there a steamer trip to San Francisco is planned. They will return by way of Salt Lake City about March first. In the spring they will move into their beautiful new farm home north of Rhame, where Mr. Sampson purposes to have a large tract of land put into crop. We shall greatly miss Mrs. Sampson and family from our community, but our hearty best wishes are theirs. Volume IV, No. 10, February 17, 1911 Card of Thanks We wish to thank our friends and neighbors and the round house employees for the beautiful floral offerings and the sympathy shown in our sorrow and sad loss of our dear sister, wife, and daughter. John Neiswender, Mrs. T.J. Neiswender, J.W. Mitts and Family of Chicago; Mrs. Stella Diehl and family of Springfield, Ill; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Graft and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Vatterlin all of Topeka, Kansas. Volume IV, No. 11, February 24, 1911 Mrs. Andrew Bonney Robbins of Robbinsdale announces the engagement of her daughter, Esther, to William Wright Scott of Marmarth, N.D., formerly of Fargo. Miss Robbins is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority. Mr. Scott attended the University of Wisconsin, where he was a Phi Kappa Psi. The wedding will take place at the home of the bride's mother in Robbinsdale, Minn., the latter part of April. Volume IV, No. 22, May 12, 1911 The happiest man in town these days is Lewis Horn and the whole cause is a new Woodman in the family. The little chopper arrived Wednesday evening and Lou was down bright and early Thursday morning with an application card properly executed. Volume IV, No. 23, May 19, 1911 Don Case and wife are the proud parents of a baby girl that arrived last week, but the Mail juvenile editor failed to learn of it. Volume IV, No. 25, June 2, 1911 Last week just after the Mail was on the press we received the announcement of the marriage of Miss Anna Olson of Beaver Creek, Montana, and J.F. Divine of our city, which occurred, at Minneapolis Monday, May 22, Mr. and Mrs. Divine arrived home from their bridal tour Sunday evening and are furnishing the home on First Ave. West which Mr. Divine had provided for the bride. The bride is one of the most popular young ladies of Eastern Montana, and the groom is too well-known to Marmarthians to need anything said of him. He is a royal good fellow all the time and is one of our most progressive and responsible business men. They will be at home to their many friends after June 22. Volume IV, No. 17 June 16, 1911 The Wedding of Miss Millie Bessey of Jaynesville, Wisconsin and Verne Freemore of our city took place at the home of the bride's parents in Heller, Wis., June 1st, but the happy couple have been so busy enjoyed their honeymoon that the Mail has been unable to get any report of the social affair until their arrival here Wednesday. Mr. Freemore is one of the early residents of Marmarth having been employed as engineer on the Milwaukee. He is one of the popular young railroad men of the city and has constructed the most beautiful and expensive residence in the city for the convenience and pleasure of the bride who is a popular Wisconsin belle. The ceremony was performed in the presence of only the most intimate friends of the family, and immediately the happy couple was whirled away in a big automobile, just escaping the charivari party of admiring friends that he been laying in wait to capture the groom and thus interrupt the early start of the honeymoon which included many eastern cities and points of interest until it culminated at Marmarth where the happy couple will be at home in to their many friends after July 1st. Volume Iv, November 34, August 4, 1911 A. Finn a tailor of Dickinson, was severely burned, which resulted in death as a result of a gasoline explosion in his tailor shop. A young man was burned to death over at New Salem. It seems he had gone to sleep while smoking and that the fire from his pipe set the bed on fire. Volume IV, No. 36, August 24, 1911 The ten days old child of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brakefield passed away last Friday night, and was buried on Saturday. Rev. J.G. Dickey officiating. A goodly number of friends gathered to show their sympathy to the bereaved parents. The many friends of C.H. Moulding will be grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. Moulding, which occurred at Mobridge Wednesday as the result of a paralytic stroke. Mr. Moulding has taken the remains east for interment. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Gus Johrns, a $100,000.00 boy. "Foul mouth" Bill Jones, a pioneer charter of Pembina, Bismarck and Billings county, is report o have frozen to death last winter in the Yellowstone country. Volume IV, No. 39, September 8, 1911 Tom Corcoran is Found Murdered Tom Carbury is Arrested and Charged with the Crime of Murder Monday morning our little city was torn asunder and started into a raging excitement by the murder of old Tom Corcoran, an *** railway conductor, who had been herding sheep for G. H. **** the past year, had been murdered. Old Tom who was a whole souled good-natured and harmless old Scotchman who saved his money and minded his own business, was well like by all who knew him, and was casually known by many people, as it was his custom when in town to make the acquaintance of all with whom he came in contact. In fact, he was a genial old one-armed Scotchman who enjoyed the company of his fellow citizens. His wagon had been in town a few days and he had been on a visit to Aberdeen having just returned Saturday evening and it was his intention to go back on the range Monday morning. Mr. Sult found Corcoran's injured dog on the street Monday morning and went to the sheep wagon to learn why old Tom had not taken care of him, only to find his lifeless form. Mr. Sult immediately notified Justice Whiting who was requested to act as coroner, and as soon as possible Mr. Whiting swore in a jury consisting of Jack Leonard J.E. Criger and J.H. Cramer and they with the officers went to the scene of the murder. Investigation soon developed the fact that several of the neighbors in the vicinity of the wagon had heard three distinct shots, two of them occurring at about 10:45 Sunday night and the third one about 25 or 30 minutes later. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Glass, who live just 100 feet north of the sheep wagon heard the first shot and Mrs. Glass testified that when she heard the first shot she opened the door to let the dog in and then went to the window where she saw two men scuffling on the ground and that she called her husband. Then her narratives is a s follows: They seemed to scuffle and one man was on top of the other as though he had his knees on the other for 7 or 8 minutes, when the one on top sprang away three or four feet and pointing his arm at the head of the other man, who was just raising up on his hands, fired. Then the other man fell back to the ground and squirmed around for a time, and all the time the man who fired kept pointing his arm and acting as though he was trying to make him get up and go into the wagon. Then the man who was down did get up and walk into the wagon and the man kept pointing his arm and followed him in. In about a half hour I heard another shot and a dog cry and I thought they had shot a dog." Mr. Glass testified to the same scene except that he did not go to the window until after his wife called him and that he arrived just in time to see the man spring back and fire. Circumstantial evidence seems pointed toward Tom Carberry especially as one of the parties who had murdered the old man and he was immediately arrested and later it was found that he had a bullet wound in his hip. Upon examination of the murdered man it was found that he had been severely choked, and hit in the ear with the muzzle of a gun, besides a bullet which had slitted his left ear and then entered the front portion of his left shoulder, passing downward thru the lung and lodging just under the skin in the left side of the back. The bullet when taken out provided to be a 41 caliber Colts which is a very uncommon one; the bullet with which Carberry was wounded was of the same caliber, and the gun which had been owned by Corcoran was of this caliber. The gun was found about 7 or 8 rods southwest of the sheep wagon partially hidden in the sane, and certain belongings of Carberry were found in the same spot. Mr. Corcoran's son who was a train dispatcher in the east was notified and is expected today. It is expected the body will be taken east. Volume IV, No. 40, September 15, 1911 John Oaklund crushed by cars Man Working on Milwaukee Gravel Train Accidentally Killed Monday John Oakland, a farmer, employed on the work train of the Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Railway company, was killed at Rhame Monday about ***. The gravel train had come in from the pit near Rhame, and Oakland who was working at the ** rode in on it. He stepped off the train in the yards at Rhame, stepped over on another track and was struck by another train that was being pushed through the yards. The wheels of several cars passed over the body of the unfortunate man and he was terribly mangled. No one saw him fall, but he was noticed by fellow workmen while he was being crushed, but they were powerless to aid him. The train was immediately stopped and the remains were cared for. Coroner O'Keefe of Bowman was notified and went to Rhame at once and held an inquest. The jury returned a verdict to the effect that John Oakland came to his death by being struck by a Milwaukee train. The members of the train crew found blameless in the matter. The deceased was a native of Norway and came to this county about two years ago, having a homestead in Section 18, township 130, range 104, upon which he was about to make proof. Before coming here he resided at Wokonda, S.D. He was a single man about 27 years of age. A brother, Peter Oakland, resides in the western part of this county, while his parents reside in Norway. The remains were brought to the undertaking rooms of the Bowman Furniture Co., where they were prepared for burial. The funeral took place Wednesday from Bethania church. Rev. Danielson officiating. The Bowman Pioneer. Just as the Mail was going to press last week Bert Glass, one of the important witnesses at the Coroner's inquest over the body of Thomas Corcoran, was arraigned for boot-legging and signified his desire of pleadings guilty. He was bound over to the district court. Oscar A. Greenawalt entertained fourteen of his little playmates on his fifth birthday last Monday. All the little folks enjoyed to the full the cake with its five candles, and other dainties. Oscar received a number of pretty gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Beckman welcomed a baby boy into their home last Friday. Volume IV, No. 42, September 29, 1911 Man is Killed by Plow Engine Accident occurred on Farm of C.W. Sampson north of Rhame. Remains buried in Marmarth. *******Most of article is illegible on microfilm - name of deceased appears to be Anton Branvold. A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Turnmeier of north east of Marmarth last Saturday. Volume IV, November 43, October 6, 1911 Threshing Engine Crushes Man Farm C. C. Noggle is Scene of Sad Accident which is the Second of this Nature John Abeln, tank driver of a threshing crew, was instantly killed by being crushed beneath the drive wheels of the mammoth tractor engine at the C.C. Noggle farm situated in Section 10, Twp. 134, Range 103, about twenty five miles northeast of Marmarth on Saturday Sept. ? While the thresher was pulling up to the stacks Albeln and others climbed up on the first stack just above where the engine must pass in putting the machine into position. It was a straw burner and a considerable pile of straw had accumulated upon the footboard, this suddenly took fire just as the engine started in between the stacks. Some one called, "Your straw is afire." The engineer, Henry Noehren, stopped his engine, calling to one standing there to uncouple from the separator, then pulled the throttle wide open, driving the blazing menace to the stacks through and out of harm's way before the grain could kindle. In the excitement no one could be sure just how it happened, but Abeln either jumped or fell just at such a time and into such a position that the big drive wheel caught his foot and passed over the whole length of his body. No blame of any sort is laid upon the engineer, or any other. Several immediately hastened to Bessie P.O. to call F.A. Whiting, acting coroner, who fulfilled all the requirements of his office. The body was brought to Marmarth, where in response to telegrams sent to relatives at Rose Mound, Minn., Nick Kerst, brother-in-law of the deceased, arrived Wednesday. Interment was made in the Marmarth cemetery that afternoon. Her many friends will be interested to know of the marriage in Seattle on Sunday last of Miss Hattie Winegar to Mr. Harlie Manning. The groom is a fireman on the Milwaukee road. They will reside in Seattle. Volume IV, No. 45, October 20, 1911 J.J. Hendrix was married on Tuesday to a Miss Benson of Rhame. They will reside in the Oscar Osmunson house which Mr. Hendrix purchased some time ago. Volume IV, No. 46, October 27, 1911 Resurrection of the old gun shooting act, wherein the performer artistically doused the light of a lamp resulted in the serious injury of Chester Ashley of Marmarth. His brother Arthur Chester, was responsible for the bullet wound that was sustained by Chester, the ball passing through the body. Volume IV, No. 47, November 3, 1911 *** Christenson and Miss Estella Rood Are Quietly Married While on Trip up in Montana (most of article is illegible on microfilm) It is reported that Engineer Ross and Mrs. Early went to Aberdeen on No. 18 Sunday where they were made husband and wife. From there they are to go on for a visit with relatives. They were accompanied by Mrs. Early's sister, who had been visiting her for a couple of weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gibbs celebrated their Crystal wedding last Saturday. A number of the young people, hearing of the happy date, arranged a surprise for that evening, which was a complete success. The delicacies were oyster stew with all its trimmings, sandwiches, cake and coffee, and for dessert a liberal quantity of jolly "rough house." Mr. and Mrs. Gibbs were the recipients of several pretty pieces of cut glass. The party broke up at a late hour, every one of the sixteen guests wishing to be present at not only their Silver anniversary, but the Golden and Diamond weddings as well. Volume III, No. 47, November 17, 1911 Mr. and Mrs. William Trigg mourn the loss of their two weeks old daughter, Dorothy Marian. Interment was made Sunday. Volume V, No. 5, January 12, 1912 Dr. W. L. Barbour and Miss Barbara DeLange sprung a surprise on their many friends Tuesday when they arrived on the Olympian from Aberdeen and announced themselves as Dr. and Mrs. W. L. Barbour. Their many friends had been expecting the event to occur in June after Miss DeLange had completed her years work in the Parker, S.D. schools, and nothing was thought of the occasion when the Doctor left here Saturday, to accompany Miss DeLange as far as Bowman on her trip to Parker, and it was truly a surprise when they arrived home Tuesday announcing they had been married in Aberdeen. The event is a very romantic one, and happening as it did at the opening of leap year, it is quite natural that the young people should be the subjects of considerable banter and pleasantry from their friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. W. Hyslop at the home of Mrs. Helen S. Ackley long-time friend of the bridge, and was followed by a luxurious supper. The happy couple arrived at home Tuesday forenoon and that evening were banqueted at the home of the bridge's parents the occasion being one of felicitation and happiness throughout. The bride is the daughter of MR. and Mrs. P.I. DeLange, residents of our little city for the past year. Mr. DeLange being the founder and resident of the Farmers State Bank, and is very popular among the large circle of young people, who have come to know her. She is a graduate of the Aberdeen Normal school, and was holding a position as teacher in the Parker, S.D. public schools, which she has resigned. Dr. Barbour is a Vermont University graduate, and after taking several hospital courses, practicing medicine in the New England States and spending two years in Alaska in the government service, came to Marmarth last spring to take up the practice left by Dr. Bordwell. He is a very popular young man, making friends of all with whom he comes in contract, and his many friends are heartily congratulating him upon this momentous event. The young couple will reside with the bridge's parents until about the first of February, when they expect to go to housekeeping. Volume V, No. 10, March 8, 1912 Card of Thanks We wish to heartily thank our many friends for their kindness in showing us the many favors during the illness and death of our little daughter, Frances. Mr. and Mrs. Pat Frivar. Volume V, No. 12, March 22, 1912 A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Boyd on Thursday morning. The mother and child are getting on nicely. Volume V, No. 25, May 31, 1912 The body of Joe Meyers, who was drowned in the Box Elder just after the ice went out, was found about 5 miles down stream from the drowning in the Little Missouri last week. The remains were taken to Minnesota for interment. Volume V, No. 26, June 7, 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Archie Blethen are the proud parents of a bouncing baby girl and Arch said "Oh you girl" and then the band held a meeting. Volume V, No. 28, June 21, 1912 Darnall-Bruce The many Marmarth friends of Miss Mayme Darnell will be interested to know of her marriage on Wednesday evening, June 19th to Harry L. Bruce of Rhame. The ring service was ready by Rev. J.G. Dickey in the presence of the immediate members of the family only. Following the ceremony a dainty luncheon was served, to which were also invited the members of the Rhame band, who serenaded Mr. and Mrs. Bruce, and a few other friends who dropped in. Mr. Bruce has a homestead near Rhame and also is in charge of the Atlas yards. Miss Darnell was the highly successful and prized teacher of the primary grades of our school for three years and the Board was loath to let her go after the last years work. The groom is one of the successful young business men of Rhame and has a host of friends. All join in wishing all happiness to Mr. and Mrs. Bruce. Volume V, No. 29, June 28, 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mielke are the proud parents of a new baby boy that arrived at their home Sunday morning. Dr. Barbour reports that mother and son are doing fine. Volume V, No. 33, July 26, 1912 Court In Session Judge Crawford and Stenographer Boulger arrived Tuesday on a late train and opened court. The matters receiving attention were to do with passing on petitions for naturalization, and the sentencing of such malfactors as were confined in the county jail, and desiring to plead guilt6y of their charges. The work was not finished until about ten o'clock in the evening. Petitions of forty applications for naturalization were passed upon. Examiner Griffin of St. Paul, assisted the court in examinations. Anthony J. Sheperski appeared before the court with a petition that his name be shortened and changed to "Perski." On the showing made, the prayer was granted. The following plead guilty to the respective charges. Geo. Feller, on a charge of violating the prohibition laws, was sentenced 90 days, and $200 or one addition day. Vincent Cocherham, on a charge of bootlegging, was given 90 days, and $200 or ten additional days. Hermann Johnson, same charge was given a suspended jail sentence of 90 days, $200 and $100 cost or 50 additional days; 60 days credit was allowed for time spent in the county jail. David and Fred Pfieffer, brothers, and George Merrill, all mere boys, plead guilty to charges of petit larceny, and were given 20 days and a long lecture. Fred Blomstrom was fine $100 and assessed $50 costs, or an additional 75 days, on the charge of maintaining a gambling house. The "Greek named Geo Brown" who read name is George Papas, was sentenced to two years in the state penitentiary for grand larceny. Court adjourned, and will probably be called for the hearing of jury cases some time in September of early Oct. - Medora Herald. Volume V, No. 33, July 26, 1912 A shocking accident occurred at Rhame on Monday, when Porter Robinson, a young homesteader from near Amos post office, was killed by passenger train number 18. The gentleman and his sister had finished their shopping, and were just driving across the tracks east of the depot on their way home, when the locomotive hidden by the depot until too late to be avoided crashed into the rig at lightning speed. The pilot struck just between the horse and the buggy, carrying both for no little distance. The horse was killed instantly, and the vehicle torn to bits. Both the occupants were thrown a long distance, but while death must have instantaneous for the man, his sister escaped with only some severe bruises and the shock. The other sister was immediately summoned by automobile, and accompanied the injured lady home next days. In these days of high speed the unguarded crossing daily take their toll. This death is a cause of grief to a great many in this corner of the state. Volume V, No. 41, September 27, 1912 Phillips-Wyman Nuptials Monday morning at ten o'clock at the home of the bridge in Warren, Ill., occurred the marriage of Miss Mayme Phillips to Henry V. Wyman. The function was a quiet affair only their immediate relatives of the bride being present. Miss Phillips is well and favorably known socially and inn a scholastic way having been one of the teachers in the local high school and is a lady of estimable qualities. And "Heine," well almost everyone knows "Heine" and those who don't have heard about him in a way that would make them glad to meet him. He is one of the highball, run-around, go-devils of the order of Railway Conductors on this division and has a best of friends from one end of the line to the other. They will be on their honeymoon trip until about the 20th when they will return and be at home in the Dr. Schultz residence. The Mail joins with innumerable friends in wishing that their joys may be as deep as the ocean and their sorrows as light as its foam." Married at Bowman, Tuesday Evening, Miss Mareta Simpson and Allie Kelly. Both are well known in Marmarth. Baby Duncan was the first baby born in the local hospital. Volume V, No. 43, October 4, 1912 Prayed with Dying Boy Man Who Accidentally Shot Him Confesses to Father Kneeling beside Anton J. Bryn, aged fourteen years, who had been mortally wounded near Devils Lake by a bullet accidentally discharged from his rifle, Iver P. Lokken at the injured boy's request, began with him the Lord's Prayer. Only half had been completed when the boy died. This is the story told by Lokken who has confessed to the father of the lad that it was a shot from his rifle, rather than from the boy's own gun, that killed him. At the time it was supposed the boy's death was caused by his own carelessness. Lokken's story came when the man broke down after keeping his secret several days. Rehearing for Dr. Moeller Dr. Thor Moeller, convicted of murder, has been granted a rehearing by the state supreme court. It willl be held about the middle of October. Dr. Moeller was accused of being responsible for the death of Miss Lien of Union in connection with ******* L.W. Dale of Willmar, Minn, was sentenced to the penitentiary, later contracting tuberculosis, from which he died. Volume V, No. 46, October 25, 1912 It is said that there was some kind of a wedding in town Tuesday evening. Miss Patterson and "Billy" Bordwell know considerable about the matter but it is supposed to be a secret, hence our silence. Volume V, No. 47, November 1, 1912 Engine Explodes Killing Two A Fatal Accident Occurred Tuesday Morning Killing Engineer and Brakeman and Seriously Injuring Fireman Last Tuesday morning at about four o'clock, engine No. 5616, formerly the old 2116, blew up while coming west and about a mile east of Lemmon. Engineer E. C. Seeley and Brakeman Wm. Breitung, both of Marmarth, were instantly killed and Fireman Grooms of McIntosh was blown about fifty feet distant and severely bruised but will recover. The force of the explosion was so terrific that it blew the boiler over 250 feet from the frame work of the engine, burst out both ends and bent the heavy drive rods. The engine was rendered a complete wreck in an instant. From the appearance of vital parts of the engine and from what the fireman said in moments when not overcome by delerium it seems that they were hard pressed to keep up steam on the pull up Thunder Hawk hill, and the water got low. On going down the hill the water worked toward the front end of the engine and possible the injectors did not force water fast enough into the boiler to protect the crown sheet from the terrible heat of the fire box. When the engine slanted backward moving up the grade into Lemmon the scalding water gravitated full onto the hot, dry crown sheet and the chemical effect of the contact was the cracking or rending of the crown sheet with the usual fatal results. It is stated that at the moment of the disaster the three occupants of the engine were preparing to jump. Engineer Seeley having remarked of the danger. From the way the bodies were found the two dead men were getting off on the same side of the engine both bodies being found close together within twenty feet of the track, practically every bone in them broken. The fireman doubtless was on the steps on the opposite side of the engine in the act of jumping while Seeley and Breitung were still in the gangway. Mrs. Seeley and three children went to Mobridge the following morning and took the remains back for burial to their old home near Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The brotherhoods of the firemen and enginemen sent with it several beautiful floral offerings. The body of Wm. Breitung was interred in the local cemetery west of town following the funeral service in the Congregational church by Rev. Bennett. The quarette sang hymns well and impressively. The casket was elaborately decorated, a wreath being placed thereon by the brotherhood of trainmen and a floral pillow by the brotherhood of Carmen. The ceased leaves a wife and eleven children, eight boys and three girls, three of the former being of mature age. The family lives on the farm five miles south of town. Both of the dead men were residents of long standing here, industrious and efficient in their occupations and held in high esteem by innumerable friends. The awful suddenness of their end cast a mantle of gloom over town and country and caused many a head to bow in silent thought or prayer. With one accord all business houses were closed during the hours of the funeral, as a manifestation of respect for the deceased. It is needless to enlarge on the heartfelt sympathy of the community for the bereaved ones and the Mail voices the general sentiment in hoping that the hand of Time will heal over the rough wounds and leave only the dear and intimate memories. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Leaf accompanied Mrs. Seeley and children when they returned with the body of Mr. Seeley to Iowa. The relatives of Wm. Breitung who attended the funeral here were, J.E. Breitung and wife of Nelson, Wis., and Mr. T. Ender and Mrs. A. Ender of Groton, S. Dak. Volume V, No. 48, November 8, 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Lem Moomey are the parents of a new baby girl. Card of Thanks The undersigned wish through the columns of the Mail to express their sincere thanks and appreciation for the numerous kindnesses of friends and neighbors and especially for the thoughtfulness of Mrs. S. L. Richey and the floral tributes of the brotherhoods of Carmen and trainmen. Mr. and Mrs. T. Ender, Mrs. S. Ender, Mr. and Mrs. A. Breitung and Mrs. Wm. Breitung and family. Born Saturday night to Mr. and Mrs. H. Jeffries, a girl baby. The Mail got its wireless dispatches mixed last week in stating that Fred Hickey was the joyful father of another baby boy. It was a girl. Fred has four boys now and is going to raise a few girls. Volume V, No. 49, November 15, 1912 Rep. Robinson is Married Harve Robinson of Medora and Miss Nellie Elliott of Rhame Were United in Marriage Monday Afternoon. At 2:30 Monday afternoon Rev. Bennett of Marmarth pronounced the words that joined Harve Robinson and Miss Nellie Eliott in the holy bonds of matrimony. The wedding was a very quiet affair occurring at the home of the bride's mother in the presence of only a few friends. Harve is one of the oldest and best like cattlemen in this country. He is also present of the Stockman's State Bank of Medora and was one of the representatives in the twelfth legislative assembly from this district. Miss Elliott has bee principal in the Rhame schools for several years and is well and favorably known. The Mail wishes the happy couple a most pleasant and successful journey through life. Paul W. Lebo is Married The Efficient and Accommodating Clerk of Court of Billings County Joins the Benedicts at Dickinson Paul Lebo, the popular clerk of court of Billings county, was married at Dickinson to Miss Catherine Pagen by Judge Carter. Mrs. Lebo is from Wad***, Minn., and had been living in Medora with her sister, Mrs. Fred Naureth, for the past eight months. She is popular and her friends are numerous and Paul is to be congratulated on winning her as his bride. Mr. Lebo has a wide acquaintance and is very popular not only in this court but also in Stark county. He was born on the well known Custer Trail ranch about five miles from Medora has been clerk of court for the past four years and is again elected to go another term without opposition. He has fulfilled the responsibility of his position and there is none but good words for him everywhere. The happy couple are living in their constructed home in Medora. A dance and reception was given them at the Rough Riders hotel and many wedding presents were tendered them. The Mail wishes Mr. and Mrs. Lebo happiness and prosperity throughout their wedded life. Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Fisher are rejoicing over the arrival of a big baby boy at their home Saturday morning. A box of the best cigars were free for the taking the next day and everybody smoked. Volume V, No. 51, November 29, 1912 An 11-pound baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Vern Freemore Wednesday night. Vern is just about the proudest Hogger on this division these days and the boys are all smoking. Volume V, No. 52, December 6, 1912 Mr. and Mrs. Grover Deal of Yule are the proud parents of a 12 pound baby girl born yesterday. Mrs. Deal was at the home of Mrs. Nitcey in the village that she might have better medical care. Mrs. Vagts has been granted a decree of divorce from H. Vagts. The testimony in this case was heard by Justice Comstock as referee. Att. Brownlee appearing for Mrs. Vagts. The defendant put in no appearance. Volume VI, No. 4, December 27, 1912 George Nester of Billings, N. Dak., and Miss Marie Herzog of Bowman were united in marriage on Wednesday and we understand that they have gone to the former home of the groom in Minn. Upon their return they will reside on the farm of the groom near Billings. Bowman Pioneer Mr. and Mrs. Tom Milligen of Mobridge are the proud parents of a baby girl. Married at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Johnson of the North Side on Christmas eve, Miss Jennie Lintzedt and Chas. Blake of the B.& B. department. Rev. J.G. Dickey performed the ceremony. Last Saturday morning there was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Divine a little baby boy. The little fellow, however, was not meant for this world and only lived until Thursday morning when it passed to the great Beyond. A short service was held at the house yesterday afternoon and the tiny body was interred in the Marmarth cemetery. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss Lillian Allie and Joe Guldermann of Bowman, which occurs at the home of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. Moses Allie Saturday, December 28th, 1912. The Mail knows Joe to be of the salt of the earth and the bride is one of the popular young ladies of Bowman. We wish them happiness and prosperity.