Malinda Taylor was born in Tenn., Nov. 24, 1855, and moved, with her parents to Illinois in 1861. She was married July 16, 1869, to John L. Deatherage, and has lived in the vicinity of Waverly for a number of years. She united with the church of her choice about fifteen years ago and had lived a consistent Christian life. She is survived by her husband and sic children besides a host of friends and other relatives who mourn her loss. The funeral was held at the family residence last Friday evening, Aug. 31, and was conducted by Rev. Burton. Interment was made in the Rogers cemetery.