P. H. Dickerson died at his home in this city Monday afternoon, January 8th 1906, aged 64 years, 1 month, and 15 days.
Mr. Dickerson was born in Tennessee. He came to Missouri in the latter part of the 50s.
For twenty-five years Mr. Dickerson has been traveling salesman representing various St. Louis firms, the last one being August Nasse. Mr. Dickerson was a straight forward businessman and maintained the respect of all. He leaves a wife and two children: R.B. Dickerson, of Salem and Mrs. Joseph Morris of this city to mourn his loss.
The funeral took place yesterday morning from the home , Rev. F.S. Beggs of the Methodist church officiating.
Ruby Lamar, the two year old daughter of Kirby Lamar and wife, of Houston, Missouri, died Tuesday, January 2nd, 1906. She was the grand daughter of W.T. Cox and wife, of Edgar Springs.
Neighbors not having see or heard anything of him for several days, forced an entrance into the house where he had lived alone since the death of his wife some years ago, and found his corpse. A bullet hole in the forehead told how he had died, and the revolver he still clutched in his hand. The body was badly decomposed, showing the suicide had been committed several days before.
Ullrich's cattle, hogs and horses were next visited by the neighbors and found nearly dead, having had nothing to eat or drink for nearly a week. They were all locked in their stables and pens.
Mr. Hamilton, or "Uncle Bob" as every one called him, was born in Tennessee on the 8th of March, 1834. He came to Phelps county when a small boy. He secured possession of a farm on Spring Creek in early manhood, and owned same at the time of his death. He was united in marriage with Miss Mary J. Mize. One child was born. In a few years Mrs. Hamilton died. In due time Mr. Hamilton married Miss Nancy J. Deer, and of this union three children were born, after which Mrs. Hamilton died. Several years later Mr. Hamilton and Mrs. Marion Coppedge were united in marriage.
Mr. Hamilton was one of the most highly respected citizens in the county. In 1897-8 he served as collector of the revenue of Phelps county and left a clean and honorable record.
The news of his death was heard with a sigh of grief by all the old time citizens and most of the younger ones, all of whom knew him and respected him.
He leaves a widow and a step-daughter, Mrs. H.W. Lenox, and four children, John, William, Thomas and Mrs. J.L. Asher, to mourn his death.
His funeral took place on his farm on Spring Creek 25 miles south of Rolla Sunday the 21st day of January, 1906, Rev. T.H. Jenkins officiating at which there was a large crown in attendance to evidence their sympathy for the stricken family.
Funeral services were held at the residence on Thursday evening, Dec. 28, by C.E. Ireland, pastor of Carondelet Christian Church, St. Louis, and the next day services were continued and closed at Hematite, MO., where the lifeless form was laid to rest. Her many friends at Rolla and other places will regret her early departure.
Although a son of Barkoff, John Barshall spelled his name differently.
Barkoff was found dead in his store Saturday morning by a small son of Ben Williams, a neighbor. Barkoff's throat was cut and his skull fractured by a blow which Doctor J.W. Phemister, who examined the body, says was inflicted with a hammer.
The evidence at the inquest brought out the fact that Barshall and his father had not been on friendly terms for several months, and that numerous threats had passed between them.
Barshall's wife testified at the inquest that her husband left his home at a late hour Tuesday night and was gone for a long time.
Harry McCaw, furniture dealer in Rolla was summoned by phone to come to the scene of murder, to embalm the dead man. He left Monday arrived there Tuesday.
Deceased was born in Alton Illinois, March 14th, 1857, and when a small boy moved with his parents to Rolla, then to St. James, to Dixon and finally to Newburg at the start of that town over twenty years age. The family ran eating and boarding ____ at those points. James went railroading at seventeen years of age, and has been a locomotive engineer nearly 30 years, and one of the best on the "Frisco". He was ever a good son and brother, a true friend and a valued citizen. A careful businessman, he had recently built an $8,000.00 brick hotel on the site of the frame one destroyed by fire a year or two since.
The funeral services was held in the Rolla Catholic Church at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, the 27th, on the arrival of No. 10 train from Newburg. Father Wood, of Lebanon, assisted by the choir with Miss Sadie Donahoe as organist, sang the requiem mass, and preached a brief and touching sermon on death. Father O'Laughlin, the pastor, then made a short address, and Miss Marguerite Cole sang as a solo Cardinal Seaman's ____.
Dozens of railroad men, conductors, brakemen, firemen, roundhouse foreman, roadmasters, etc., and their families, and a number of business people from St. Louis, Monett, Springfield. Dixon and other towns were present a testimony to the popularity of deceased among all.
The active pall-bearers were: P.D. Hawkins, J. Weckerly, J.W. Scanlan, J.M. Diehl, H.A. Root, and O.W. Jones. The remains were conveyed to the city cemetery. The following fellow members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers were honorary pall-bearers and acted as an escort to the body: Joseph Hynes, Thomas Rowe, Wm. Mullanphy, Wm. H. VanHorn, Joe Harris, Geo. Hasler, Joe Brogan, Jerry Shine, J.W. Morrill, Robt. Lyons, M.J. Murphy, Robt. A. Murphy, James Kearney, Press Moore, Maurice C. Moore, (brother-in-law) Mr. Synnott, Mr. Harding, John Lynch, Mike Sullivan, (brother) James O. Harpe, Chas. Arnold, Louis Wilson, Walter Byod, Martin Healy, Will Donahoe, James O'Brien, Walter Casey, Wm. Roach, and Traveling Engineer Foote.
Among the floral offerings were: A large wheel, emblematic of the R.R. and of Eternity, "In Sympathy", from Div. 428, B. of L.E.; cross inscribed "My Son" and above it a white dove, from his mother; a pillow from "brother and sisters;" Gates Ajar and Carnations from "brother," anchor, with word "Uncle" from nephews and nieces; white roses, from same; calla lilies, from Mrs. Hynes; white roses, Mrs. H. McCaw; cross of white roses and lilies, John Spicer, Monett; white cross, Mrs. T. Harrison.
Deep and widespread sympathy, in which the Herald-Democrat joins is extended to the breaved mother, Mrs. Mary Sullivan, and to all the relatives. The memory of James Sullivan shall be kept green for many a year, and prayers shall be offered for rest, light and peace to his soul.
He was laid to rest in the Edgar Springs cemetery, Saturday afternoon, Feb. 3rd. A large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the remains to their last resting place. The funeral services were conducted by Mr. J.L. Asher. A Friend.
Willie as he was familiarly known, was a boy, always kind to everyone and it was his greatest pleasure to administer to the wants of the sick and afflicted. He leaves a father, mother, three sisters and three brothers to mourn his loss. His sufferings were very great, yet loving hands did all in their power to allay his sufferings. His funeral took place Saturday, afternoon when a large crowd of friends and relatives gathered to witness the last sad rites over his remains.
The services were conducted by Rev. Gough. The interment was at Dyer cemetery near his home. To the memory of him that is gone on will be as a star on eternity's ocean, beckoning you to that land, "The far away home of the Soul."
As this news travels throughout Missouri heart after heart will join in sympathy for the stricken and bereaved husband to whom she was such a source of comfort and strength. "O, why has worth so short a date."
The deceased was born in Tyrone county, Ireland, Jan. 21, 1849, and came with her parents to Muscatine, Iowa, when two years of age, at which place she resided until her marriage with Mr. Wm. W. Bunker Dec. 29, 1869. From this union was born five children Edward H. Bunker, of Rolla, Mo.; Henry K Bunker, of Prescott, Ariz.; Mrs. W.G. Copley of Washington D.C.; Orion M. Bunker, of Rolla, Mo.; and Raymond H. Bunker, of Spokane, Wash., all of whom survive her.
in 1876 Mr. and Mrs. Bunker removed to Walnut, Iowa, where they resided until two years ago, when they came to Rolla, Mo., which has been their home until the time of her death. Besides her husband and children three brothers and three sisters survive her.
The funeral was held from the Presbyterian Church at Rolla March 17, 1906. Rev. J.H. Alexander and Rev. F.S. Beggs officiating. Interment took place in Muscatine, Iowa, March 19, 1906.
For the past twenty-two years Mr. Orchard has been associated in business with L. F. Pillman at Arlington. Mr. Pillman preceded him to the grave about a year ago.
Forty three years ago Mr. Orchard and Miss Jane Anderson were united in marriage and of this union four children were born, three of whom survive: Mrs. John Ulrich of New York City, Mrs. W. H. Covell and Mr. W. F. Reinhart of Boston.
Mr. Orchard joined the Masonic order in Rolla October 12th 1863 and has been a constant member of same ever since. He was also a member of the Knights of Phythias. He was an ardent member of the Methodist church.
In the death of Mr. Orchard Phelps county loses an honorable, honest and valuable citizen and a Christian gentleman. No man had more friends. His remains were brought to Rolla Tuesday and laid in state in the Masonic temple until today. His funeral will take place this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Methodist church Rev. F.S. Beggs officiating.
Mrs. John Ulrich and son and Mr. W.F. Reinhart have arrived from their homes to attend the funeral.
Mrs. Duncan was born in Warren county, Tennessee Aug. 31st. 1854, maiden name Scott, married to John R. Duncan Sept. 19th 1872 and became the stepmother to three children and mother of eight children. Three have passed on before with one stepdaughter. Her grandchildren number twelve with nine living, step grandchildren thirteen, with ten living.
Mrs. Duncan was a true mother to all her children and grandchildren, several of whom she has cared for so faithfully. May God in mercy comfort all those dear children and grandchildren so suddenly deprived of a mother's love and care. Mrs. Duncan received a second paralytic stroke and lived only a few hours. J. J. Watts
Captain Goodall was prominent in Southwest Missouri politics for many years. He resided at Lebanon for thirty years, during which time he served as sheriff of Laclede county for ten years and collector for four years.
In 1889 he was made superintendent of the Soldier's Home which position he held until death. The body was taken to Lebanon for interment, accompanied by many Masons of this place and Rolla.
The funeral services at Lebanon were conducted by the Masons of that city. He is survived by a widow and one son.
Captain Goodall was a potent factor to southwest Missouri. As superintendent of the Federal Soldier's Home at St. James, he made a record for honesty, courage and character that will rebound to his credit for all time.
Dear as thou were and justly dear.
We will not weep for thee:
One thought shall check the starting tear;
It is, that thou art free.
May God in mercy comfort all the relatives. The mother, step father, Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Kepler, Mr. John Brown of Flat, the grandfather, one-half sister and one half brother surviving. J. J. Watts
Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at Dow & Fitzsimmons undertaking parlor, Rev. Dr. J. N. Field officiating. Interment was at Hillside cemetery.
Mr. Scott, wife and son came here for the health of Mrs. Scott. The husband and son will remain here for the present.
Mr. Harris has always been an active progressive citizen. Always took a deep interest in public affairs and always found on the side of right. He was one of Phelps countys wealthiest citizens, and leaves a large estate.
Mr. Harris was preceded to the grave by his wife about a year ago. He leaves a large family of sons and daughters to mourn his loss. Phelps County has lost a valuable and highly respected citizen.
He was taken sick Monday the 11th inst with appendicities. He was brought to Rolla on Thursday and Dr. F. J. Lutz of St. Louis came out on Friday and performed the operation for appendicites. Although his condition was very serious, he rallied so strongly after the operation that his friends thought he would recover. Saturday afternoon he began to grow worse and failed rapidly to the end.
Charles Carney was an engeretic and industrious young man. He was just twenty-three years old. He staid closely at his fathers home and helped in all farm operations. He had the respect and confidence of all who knew him. His funeral took place from his home in Miller township Sunday afternoon at 6 p.m. and his remains were placed in the Dryer cemetery. Many friends join with the family in their breavement.
Mrs. Smith was formerly Miss Tommie Hedden of this city. She was born January 14th 1871 in Versailles, Kentucky. Her parents died when she was a child and she came to Rolla with her grant parents Edward Scott and wife, by whom she was raised.
On July 20th 1900 the deceased was united in marriage with Alfred A. Smith and of this union one child, a boy now twenty three months old was born.
Mrs. Smith was raised in the Presbyterian faith. She was a member of the Daughters of Rebekah. No one was more highly respected and esteemed than Mrs. Smith. She was concientious and sincere in every thing. She is survived by her husband and child and one brother William Hedden of Sioux City, Iowa.
Her funeral took place Sunday afternoon from the Presbyterian church Reverand J. H. Alexander of that church assisted by Rev. G. S. Daugherty of the Baptist church and Rev. T. P. Shaffer of the Methodist church officiating after which and just before the close of the day, her remains were laid to rest in the Rolla cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to Mr. Smith in his breavement.
He was taken sick Monday the 11th inst with appendicitis. He was brought to Rolla on Thursday and Dr. F. J. Lutz of St. Louis came out on Friday and performed the operation for appendicitis. Although his condition was very serious, he rallied so strongly after the operation that his friends thought he would recover. Saturday afternoon he began to grow worse and failed rapidly to the end.
Charles Carney was an energetic and industrious young man. He was just twenty-three years old. He staid closely at his fathers home and helped in all farm operations. He had the respect and confidence of all who knew him. His funeral took place from his home in Miller township Sunday afternoon at 6 p.m. and his remains were placed in the Dryer cemetery. Many friends join with the family in their bereavement.
Mrs. Smith was formerly Miss Tommie Hedden of this city. She was born January 14th 1871 in Versailles, Kentucky. Her parents died when she was a child and she came to Rolla with her grant parents Edward Scott and wife, by whom she was raised.
On July 20th 1900 the deceased was united in marriage with Alfred A. Smith and of this union one child, a boy now twenty three months old was born.
Mrs. Smith was raised in the Presbyterian faith. She was a member of the Daughters of Rebekah. No one was more highly respected and esteemed than Mrs. Smith. She was conscientious and sincere in every thing. She is survived by her husband and child and one brother William Hedden of Sioux City, Iowa.
Her funeral took place Sunday afternoon from the Presbyterian church Reverend J. H. Alexander of that church assisted by Rev. G. S. Daugherty of the Baptist church and Rev. T. P. Shaffer of the Methodist church officiating after which and just before the close of the day, her remains were laid to rest in the Rolla cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to Mr. Smith in his bereavement.
Mrs. Hawkins was born in Maries county, Missouri, on the 11th day of April 1843. Her husband, Joseph Hawkins died in Phelps county in 1887, leaving a widow with four children, three of whom survive, John Hawkins of Belleville Ill.; Will Hawkins, of Aurora, Missouri and Alton Hawkins of Rolla.
Since the death of her husband Mrs. Hawkins has made her home with her son Alton at Rolla, but on account of ill health, she went on a visit to her son John about two months ago, where she could receive special treatment. She continued to grow worse until the end came.
Mrs. Hawkins was an excellent Christian woman and had the high respect and love of all her friends and acquaintances. Her remains were brought to Rolla, arriving here Wednesday morning and her funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from the home of her son Alton in this city, Rev. J. H. Alexander of the Presbyterian church officiating. She was laid to rest in the Hawkins burying ground one and a half miles east of Rolla. Deep sympathy is felt for the bereaved family.
Will Roach was well and favorably known around Rolla. He was the oldest son of Marion T. Roach and wife of Newburg and the grand son of Hugh W. Roach and wife of Rolla. He was in his twenty-sixth year. A few years ago he was united in marriage with Miss Ibby Lloyd of Rolla and to this union three children were born all of whom together with his wife survive him. Mr. Roach was a member of the Modern Woodman order.
Mr. Roach was one of the prosperous and progressive young farmer of this county and had the respect and confidence of all who knew him. He always attended to his own business and had the good will of all men.
His funeral took place from his home Friday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. L. D. Moneymaker, of the Christian church officiating. After the church service the remains were turned over to the Rolla Camp of Modern Woodmen, who conducted same to the Roach cemetery, where the Woodmen service was performed and the body laid to rest. As an evidence of the high esteem in which he was held, the funeral cortege was one of the largest that has been seen in the county for a long time. The public generally extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
Mrs. A. V. Billet died at her home in New Orleans, Monday the 9th day of July 1906. Her remains were brought to Rolla, arriving Wednesday morning. Mrs. Billet was formerly Miss Lena Spratley of this city. About two years ago she was united in marriage with Mr. A. V. Billet of New Orleans.
The funeral was held yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon from the residence of her mother Mrs. E. Stark, Rev. L. D. Moneymaker officiating and her remains were laid to rest in the Rolla Cemetery. She was a devoted daughter to her mother and their friends join with her in her bereavement.
12 July 1906
Passed to the higher life Joseph Arthur Kilgore, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Kilgore July 8th at 3:15 p.m.
After a protracted illness of many weeks from heart trouble at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. S. Plake of Jerome, Phelps county, Mo., Mrs. Lydia Ann Loughridge. Deceased was born at Kilgore, Ohio, April 13th 1829, was married to Joseph Wilson Loughridge, at Kilgore, Ohio, September 19th 1850. Died July 3rd 1906 aged 77 years, two months, and 20 days. Sister Loughridge was a member of the church of Christ at Arlington, Mo., having united with that congregation about 18 years ago. She was the mother of seven children, three sons and four daughters, four of whom survive, her husband and three daughters having preceded her to the great beyond. At 3 p.m. July 3, Brother J. C. Glover, of Lawrence, Kansas spoke words of comfort to the bereaved family and friends from the family residence where quite a number had gathered to pay their respects to the departed, after which the remains were taken to the burying ground near Arlington and there beside her husband laid to rest. May the God of all comfort bless and comfort the surviving ones we pray. L. D. Moneymaker
During the earthquake and fire, Mr. Shaw and his son moved their household goods from their home and they spent the night on the ground. Mr. Shaw contracted pneumonia, from which he was recovering, when the Grand Lodge I.O.O.F., of which he had been Secretary for fifteen years met at Santa Cruz, and which he felt bound to attend on account of so many of the records being lost and destroyed. It proved that he attempted to get out to soon and suffered a relapse, from which he died.
Mr. Shaw was a brother of the late Hiram Shaw of this city. He used to visit Rolla and many of our citizens will remember him.
Mr. O'Brien was the son of the late Patrick O'Brien and the brother of William O'Brien in this city. He moved to Oklahoma City about eighteen years ago.
His remains arrived at Rolla this morning and the funeral will take place this afternoon at 3 o'clock from the residence of William O'Brien in east Rolla.
26 July 1906
William Carney died at his home eight miles north of Rolla, Monday the 23rd day of July 1906 in the seventy-sixth year of his age.
Mr. Carney was born in Roanoke county, Virginia. He came to Missouri shortly after the war and settled in Phelps County.
A wife and three children, George and Winfield Carney and Mrs. Simon Snodgrass all of this county.
Mr. Carney was one of the old and highly respected citizens of this county. He ever stood for good principles and honesty and raising his children accordingly.
His funeral took place Tuesday from his residence Rev. R. N. Gough officiating. His remains were placed to the Wynn church yard.
It was learned today that Price passed last night in the woods near the home of J. A. Oliver, who came to town this morning and being informed of the guarantee of $500 reward offered for Price, asserted he would bring him in, but failed to do so. Oliver when seen later, stated that Price has promised to meet him in the woods, at an arranged spot, and give up, if assured protection from the mob violence, but failed to keep the engagement.
Men with bloodhounds scoured the woods all day, but without result.
Intense excitement yet prevails on account of the killing of Manes by Price alias Prichett. Price had escaped from Manes a few days previously, while under arrest for desertion from the Army, and when he again caught him at the home of his sister, six miles in the country, handcuffed himself to the prisoner and they walked to within 200 yards of the city limits, where the road was skirted on one side by thick growing timber and wire fence of the railroad on the other. There they came to view of Miss Cora Newberry. Price then struck Manes a blow that knocked him against the barbed wires and as he fell, gripped his throat and a deadly struggle commenced for possession of the revolver in Manes' pocket. As Miss Newberry rode near them not realizing the deadly encounter, Manes called for her assist or obtain assistance for him and Price declared that he would kill her if she interfered. Manes being overpowered, offered Price his release if he would spare his life. Miss Newberry was not over 30 feet away when Price gained the pistol and fired the fatal shot, the bullet entering the left temple and passing entirely through his head. Price arose and rushed toward Miss Newberry, warning her, under penalty of death, to ride straight home and make no outcry and in the wild race of two miles to her home, she met nobody to inform of the terribly tragedy.
James A. Manes, a brother of William Manes, was killed about seventeen years ago while serving as constable, by Tom Hendrix, whom he was attempting to arrest at a farmhouse two miles south of Richland. Hendrix served two years in the penitentiary for the crime.
James C. Pritchett enlisted in the army at Muskogee, I.T., June 28 last, arrived at Jefferson barracks July 1, was assigned to company C, and deserted nine days later. He gave his residence as Richland, Mo., and his mother's name as Mrs. Betty McCoy, residing at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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