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Co., MO, Marriages, 1922: TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Rev. Chas. Burns was pastor of the M. E. church. He officiated at the wedding of Miss Elsie Mason and Mr. S. B. McFarland on New Year’s day. Mack Thralls, editor of the Urich Herald was here to attend the Mason-McFarland wedding and to visit with friends. (Appleton City Journal, 5 January 1922)
OREAR---SUNDERWIRTH Tuesday afternoon, December 27, 1921, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Rubel of Virginia, the words were spoken which united in the holy bonds of matrimony, their niece, Miss Ruth Orear, and Mr. Clarence Sunderwirth of Prairie City, Rev. Harry Bowman officiating. The bride’s attendant was Miss Clara Sunderwirth, the sister of the bride groom. Mrs. George Ruel gave the bride away. Before an altar appropriately decked with flowers and candles the words of the beautiful ring ceremony were spoken that united the lives of these two young people. Before the ceremony Miss Nina McComb sang “When Song is Sweet.” After congratulations and good wishes came a delicious luncheon. Mr. and Mrs. Sunderwirth left that evening amid a shower of rice for their home in Prairie City. Mrs. Sunderwirth has many friends in Butler where she attended the High School until her graduation. She is one of Bates County’s finest young women and Mr. Sunderwirth is to be congratulated on having won her. Mr. Sunderwirth is a son of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Sunderwirth of Prairie City and is a young man of high ideals and excellent habits, a successful business man, conducting the Prairie City cheese factory, one of Bates County’s most prosperous institutions. The Republican Press joins with many other friends in the many good wishes for a happy and prosperous journey through life together. ---Butler Republican Press. (Appleton City Journal, 5 January 1922)
WRIGHT---WAFEL Wednesday evening, January 4th, Mr. Hubert B. Wright and Miss Emma Wafel, both of Appleton city, wended their way to the Lutheran parsonage, and having duly presented the marriage license, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. Haller. Mr. and Mrs. Wright then enjoyed a sumptuous repast at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wafel, immediate relatives being present. Mr. and Mrs. Wright have their home in Appleton City. The aforementioned fact is the reason why the smile at Mr. Dierfeld’s place is broader, and why one door east, at the G. A. Pratt store, it is a wee bit smaller, the bride having been a popular clerk at the latter place for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Wright need no introduction to the people of Appleton City and vicinity. All heartily wish them a long, happy and blessed life. (Appleton City Journal, 12 January 1922)
FIFTEEN YEARS AGO The marriage of Miss Kitty Spry, to Mr. George Downer was recorded among the society items of the week. Judge Allison had issued license to wed to Otto C. Johnson and Susie D. Lewellen of Appleton City. (Appleton City Journal, 12 January 1922)
Lewis Items. Chas. Wilcox and wife spent Sunday at Harry Bourland’s. Ed Carroll and bride were also Sunday visitors at that place. (Appleton City Journal, 12 January 1922)
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY The home of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Cordes southwest of Appleton City was the scene of a happy gathering of friends, Sunday, January 11, 1922, the occasion being a surprise on them on their thirtieth wedding anniversary. The guests numbered about forty-five people, and they came in with a fine lot of eatables and a fine dinner was enjoyed at the noon hour and it is needless to say that the time was very agreeably spent by the guests in a social way. Mr. and Mrs. Cordes have been citizens of this section for a good many years and they have a large circle of friends who join in extending congratulations to them on this their 30th anniversary and hope that they will live and prosper to enjoy thirty more years of wedded life together. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. J. Henry Ruhl and two daughters; Mr. and Mrs. John Laubenstein, son and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. Jake Eye, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Eye and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kreissler and two sons; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schweer and two sons; Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Harms and children; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Witte and three daughters; Rev. and Mrs. Carl Haller and family; Mr. and Mrs. John Conrad and children; Mrs. Minnie Scholz; Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Scholz; Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Byrd; Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Cordes and daughter Blanche. (Appleton City Journal, 19 January 1922)
TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO The thirty-fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Lusk was celebrated. The marriage of Miss Lucy Dodge to Mr. James White was recorded as one of the important social items of the week.
FIFTEEN YEARS AGO The twentieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Powell was held at Rockville and was attended by a large number of guests. The marriage of Miss Florence Spry and Jesse Arnold was solemnized on January 6th. The marriage of Miss Pearl Hill of near Taberville, and Mr. W. D. Dudgeon was chronicled in the society column. Mr. and Mrs. Steele Williams celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. (Appleton City Journal, 19 January 1922)
Johnson City. Mr. and Mrs. Julius Carpenter passed through Johnson City Sunday. They were recently married. Mrs. Carpenter was Miss Lona Nichols of Monegaw Springs. (Appleton City Journal, 19 January 1922)
Pleasant Gap Mr. J. L. Cox of Butler and Mrs. Perky of Pleasant Gap were united in marriage at the court house in Butler Thursday. They will be at home in Butler, as Mr. Cox owns property there. (Appleton City Journal, 26 January 1922)
TENDERED A RECEPTON A reception was tendered Mr. Louis Pipes and bride by his neighbors and friends at the home of his father, A. T. Pipes Friday night, Jan. 13, 1922. After a social hour during which we got acquainted, a short program of “toasts” was given, as follows: A speech of welcome and introduction by Mrs. Deweese was followed by a toast on “Unionalls” by Mrs. Jesse Richards. Mr. Ben Baskerville responded to the toast “Take a Tip From Me.” Mrs. Claude Lampkin read an original poem on “Matrimony” in her usual gracious manner. Mr. Rylan Lampkin ably responded to the toast “Bachelors.” We judge that he now has “hopes.” Mrs. Deweese then gave the toast “Brooms,” in which she gave very timely advice to the bride. The bride and groom took all the excellent advice in a smiling manner and are no doubt treasuring it among the “Things We Keep.” After listening to music on the Edison, a one-course lunch was served. The following were present: Messrs. and Mesdames Chas. Richards, Will Turner, Alva Winbigler, J. H. Wooden, J. V. Kupka and boys, Jesse Richards and boys, C. W. Lampkin and boys, Burl Browning and babe, A. H. Deweese and family, Ben Baskerville and daughter, Frank Kelland and family (parents of the bride), Lee Browning and son, Earl Smith and son, Ed Dugan and sons, A. T. Pipes and son, Mr. Rylan Lampkin, Mr. Wilbur Richards, Paul and Pauline Saddler, Beulah Saddler. With best wishes we welcome this worthy couple into our midst. May their wedded life be on of happiness and usefullness, and may prosperity attend them. A GUEST. (Appleton City Journal, 26 January 1922)
GERLACH---HARVES Wednesday evening, January 18th, 1922, Mr. Walter Gerlach of Cowles, Nebraska and Miss Lena Harves, of near Appleton City, were united in marriage at the Lutheran parsonage, Rev. C. Haller officiating. As witnesses were present Mr. F. Hearting, who is home on a visit from Nebraska and Miss Carrie Harves, sister of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Gerlach departed Thursday evening for their home at Cowles, Nebraska, where the Journal will keep them informed of happenings at Appleton City and vicinity. Blessings and good wishes be ever theirs. (Appleton City Journal, 26 January 1922)
FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Lizzie, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Payne, was married to a promising young man of Missoula, Mont. The Paynes lived at Wibaux, Mont. (Appleton City Journal, 26 January 1922)
FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Weddings of the week were Miss Tacy Price to Mr. Harry Raybourn, and Miss Alta Patton to John Lee Summer, of Yukon, Okla. (Appleton City Journal, 2 February 1922)
SECOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Turner invited relatives and a few friends to their home last Friday night to play rook, and also to help celebrate their marriage of two years. All played progressive rook, Roy Wooden and Lee Browning scoring over 1200 points. Claud Lampkin, Kupka and Earl Smith tied for “booby” honors. A lovely lunch of salad, creamed chicken, pickles, white and brown bread sandwiches and coffee was served by the hostess. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Borland celebrated their silver or twenty-fifth wedding anniversary Saturday. The house was tastefully decorated with bells and flowers. About 65 guests were present and many beautiful gifts were received. At the noon hour a delicious dinner was served. Everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
Pleasant Home. Miss Thelma Sargent and Mr. Marvin Snodgrass were united in marriage last Wednesday evening at the L. W. Keele home in Butler. Both the bride and groom are well known in this community. The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Sargent.. The groom is the son of Mr. Robt. Snodgrass of Spruce. A 6 o’clock supper was prepared by Mrs. Merl Sargent, Miss Docia Anderson and her mother. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Herman and Claude Wilson were also at the supper. We all wish them a long and happy life. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
The following marriage licenses have been issued in St. Clair county by the Recorder of deeds since the last report of The Democrat: R. C. DeLozier and Emma Wickstrom, Weaubleau; Marvel Rake, Sapulpa, Okla., and Miss Juna Mae Newland, Osceola; Walter Carl Gerlach, Cowles, Nebr., and Lena Marie Harves, Appleton City; Julius Carpenter, Appleton City, and Loma Nichols, Osceola. ---Democrat. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
THIRTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Mr. Eli Starkey and Miss Jennie Watson were united in marriage. The bride was employed in Mrs. Pickerill’s millinery store. Mr. David Pricer and Miss Ella McGauthey, prominent young people of the Ohio vicinity, were united in marriage by Judge Coffin. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
Pleasant Home. The neighbors and friends gave Miss Thelma Snodgrass a shower last Saturday evening. Those present were: Mrs. Leonard Hays and children; Mrs. Leona Herman, Mrs. Ira Ends, Mrs. A. Radford and baby, Mrs. Ray Herman, Mrs. Josie Wilson, Mrs. Geo. Wigger, Mrs. Frank Kretzinger; Misses Fern, Ina and Nina Snodgrass, Susie Parker, Mabel and Ruth Sutherland, Florence and Frankie Gragg, Edna Frey, Mande Kretzinger, Cora Prier, Ruth Fox, Helen Peacock, Opal Wilson, Docia, Ruth and Ruby Anderson. (Appleton City Journal, 9 February 1922)
THIRTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Judge Coffin officiated at the wedding of A. H. Lough and Miss Lola M. Hayden, both of Appleton township. Robert Lough was best man and Miss Laura Shoe was bridesmaid. The item stated that it was a strikingly handsome quartet. (Appleton City Journal, 16 February 1922)
DINGLE---HUEY WEDDING A wedding of interest to Journal readers was that of Mr. Ralph Dingle, to Miss Beulah Huey, at Sioux City, Ia., Feb. 11, 1922. The groom is the second son of Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Dingle, former citizens of this city, but now living near Anthon, Ia., while the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Huey, of near Oto, Ia. The bride wore a white satin dress trimmed in black satin and beading, and the groom wore a suit of brown serge. The young couple is well and favorably known in their home communities and have a host of friends who wish them success in life. They will be at home after March 1st on a farm near Anthon, Ia., where Mr. Dingle has a position on a farm. (Appleton City Journal, 23 February 1922)
George E. Smith, of Ohio Postoffice, and Miss Margie Moore, of Monegaw Springs, were joined in holy wedlock in Hotel Vannice, Osceola, February 11th, Rev. B. F. Lawler solemnizing the sacred rite. Mr. Smith is a son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Smith and Miss Moore is a daughter of J. Moore. These excellent young folks will be at home to their friends near Monegaw Springs. They were accompanied by Lewis H. Dunham and Miss Ruby Keeton who witnessed the ceremony. We join the many friends of the bride and groom in hearty congratulations. (Appleton City Journal, 23 February 1922)
TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO The marriage of Rev. Moore to Miss Jessie Routsong was chronicled among the society items of the week. (Appleton City Journal, 23 February 1922)
The home of Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Bothwell was the scene of a triple celebration Monday evening, February 27th, when the members of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Woman’s Improvement Club gathered to say farewell to a valued member of both organizations, Mrs. Powers, who is leaving for their new home at Butler, also to congratulate the host and host(ess) on their 45th wedding anniversary and to wish Miss Wood many happy returns of her birthday. The house was decorated for the occasion with pink and white carnations, pink roses and sweet peas, and the guests enjoyed an evening of friendly conversation, music and games, Mrs. Meredith winning a lovely silk handkerchief in a puzzle contest, and Mrs. D. D. Hitt a hand painted vase in a word contest. Refreshments consisting of sandwiches, pickles, cake and coffee were served to the following guests Mesdames A. J. Sunderwirth, J. W. Evans, R. E. Duley, R. H. Dunham, C. E. Heyle, O. H. McMurray, D. D. Hitt, O. F. Borden, Robt. Meredith, Walter Steiner, C. D. Parker, Mrs. Mary Heyle, Anna Duley, Mrs. Lough and son, Mr. and Mrs. Fredericks, Mrs. Powers, and Misses Emma Wood, Fay Elliott, Florence Marriott and Roseanna Henville. Owing to the inclemency of the weather many members of both organizations could not be present. (Appleton City Journal, 2 March 1922)
TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO Announcements from Santa Barbara, Cal., gave the news of the marriage of Miss Mary Graham to Chas. Eddeblute, both parties being well known in Appleton City. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Reed celebrated their thirtieth wedding anniversary at their home in the east part of town. Among the society notes was recorded the marriage of James Pollard and Miss Lettie Smith of Hornsinger prairie. (Appleton City Journal, 2 March 1922)
PURVIS---ROUNTREE Melford Purvis of near Ohio P. O. and Miss Goldie Rountree, of southwest of Appleton City, were united in marriage last Wednesday afternoon, March 8th, at the home of Elder W. W. Blalock, pastor of the Appleton City Christian church, who officiated. These young people are well known and deservedly popular in their respective communities and have many friends who join The Journal in wishing them a long and happy wedded life. They will reside on a farm about three miles south of Ohio. (Appleton City Journal, 16 March 1922)
WOODEN---WOLF Mr. Leroy Wooden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wooden, residing northwest of Appleton City, and Miss Bessie Wolf, of near Johnson City, were united in marriage last Friday evening, March 17th, at the M. E. parsonage in this city, Rev. C. A. Waters, officiating. Both these young people are well known and popular, having spent the greater part of their lives in this community. Their many friends join in wishing them abundant happiness and success in their journey through life together. They will make their home on the Jos. Wooden farm. (Appleton City Journal, 23 March 1922)
Fairmount News. Everett Fleischer left Wednesday for Pocahontas, Mo., where he was married to Miss Bertha Reuline Monday. (Appleton City Journal, 20 April 1922)
Prairie Home. Elmer Sagaser and Miss Blanche Coleman were united in marriage at the home of the latter’s mother, Mrs. Oscar Culbertson, on Friday, Apr. 14, at 10 p.m. The groom’s relatives were nicely entertained Monday at the home of his parents. A very pleasant day was spent and hearty congratulations were offered by all. The bride and groom will make their home in Kansas City. (Appleton City Journal, 20 April 1922)
Johnson City Jingles. A number of the young folks attended an egg roast at the Jas. Murphy home Saturday night and afterwards charivaried the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Sagaser at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Oscar Culbertson. Mrs. Sagaser was formerly Miss Blanche Coleman. We wish for them a long and happy wedded life. (Appleton City Journal, 20 April 1922)
William Murphy and Miss Della Baker were married at Butler Saturday afternoon, April 16, at 2:30 o’clock. Mr. Murphy is an industrious young farmer and the bride has taught several successful terms of school. We wish them much happiness and prosperity through life. (Appleton City Journal, 27 April 1922)
T. L. Adkins, a young farmer residing south of Spruce, and Miss Clara Dawson, of east of that place, went to Appleton City Monday and took the train for Sedalia, at which place they were united in marriage. Their many friends extend congratulations and best wishes for a happy wedded life. (Appleton City Journal, 27 April 1922)
SCHMITT---DINES Married, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Koeller in this city, Saturday afternoon, April 29, at 3 o’clock, Mr. Ralph P. Schmitt and Miss Dorothea L. Dines, Justice Koeller officiating. The groom is a son of Mrs. Priscilla Schmitt, residing six miles east of Appleton City, and the bride is the daughter of John Dines of Johnson City. Both are well known and popular young people in their respective communities and have many friends who wish them happiness and good fortune as they journey through life. (Appleton City Journal, 4 May 1922)
Mr. Ralph Schmitt and Miss Dorothy Dines betook themselves to Appleton City last Saturday and came back man and wife. They were accompanied by Miss Marsha Baldwin and Mr. Will Dines, brother of the bride. That night a crowd of about thirty gathered at the home of the bride and gave them an old time charivari. We wish for them a long and happy married life. (Appleton City Journal, 4 May 1922)
RHOADES---ANDERS Mr. Homer Anders and Miss Gladys Rhoades, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. James Wix, quietly drove to Butler on Wednesday, April 19, 1922, and at 3:30, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. Louis Keele, at the minister’s home. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Rhoades of Round Prairie and is highly esteemed by her friends. The groom is the oldest son of Mrs. Sallie Neff, of Dodge City, Kansas. He is an industrious farmer of this neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Anders will make their home on Round Prairie on the old Robert Davis farm, where the groom has batched the past several years. Mr. and Mrs. Anders were charivaried by a large crowd at the bride’s home, and the crowd left wishing them happiness health and prosperity.
(Note: The above was received in time for publication for last week, but through an oversight, it was omitted---Ed.) (Appleton City Journal, 4 May 1922)
HONORED THE NEWLYWEDS On the evening of April 29, a goodly number of neighbors and friends gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Wooden, in honor of the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wooden. Near the close of the evening an elaborate luncheon was served by the ladies. All departed at a late hour wishing the newly-weds a long and happy married life. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Pipes, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Richards, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Browning, Mr. and Mrs. Will Turner, Mr. and Mrs. Claud Lampkin, Mr. and Mrs. V. J. Kupka, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Winbigler, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Walker, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Richards, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wooden, Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Wooden, Mr. Roy Saddler, Misses Beulah, Mildred and Pauline Saddler, Miss Julia Deweese, Mr. Bertie Browning, Mr. James Deweese, Vannie Kupka, Phillip Lampkin, Paul Saddler, Edward Kupka, Charlie Lampkin, John Smith, Winston Richards, Chas. Richards. (Appleton City Journal, 11 May 1922)
Bee Mullen and Miss Margaret Keltner were married at Henry Dodson’s Saturday afternoon. The young people were planning to charivari them Saturday night but were hindered on account of threatening storm. (Appleton City Journal, 18 May 1922)
Fred Marsh of Montrose, and Miss Leota Griffith, of Clinton, were married Sunday at Sedalia by Rev. Harold Smith. (Appleton City Journal, 18 May 1922)
YOUNG PEOPLE WED
Mr. Walter Ison and Miss Grace Purvis of this city were united in marriage at Clinton, last Saturday, May 27. Mr. Carl Schneck and Miss Nina Colin were married at Nevada, Monday, May 29. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Colin, while the groom is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Schneck. All these young people are well and favorably known in this community and have many friends who join in wishing them happiness and success through life. (Appleton City Journal, 1 June 1922)
SIMPSON---DITTY Mr. Chester F. Ditty, of Kansas City, and Miss LeEtta Simpson, one of Butler’s most charming young ladies, were united in marriage at 9 o’clock Sunday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Coleman. The ring ceremony was used, Rev. H. A. Mitchell, of the Ohio Street M. E. Church officiating. Out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Buford Baker, of Kansas City. Immediately a dainty wedding breakfast was served. The bride was one of Butler’s most popular young ladies and numbered her friends and well wishers by her acquaintances. She is a graduate of the Butler High School. The groom was reared to manhood in St. Clair county and now holds a responsible position with the Emery, Bird Thayer Co. of Kansas City. The newlyweds left on the 10:55 train for Kansas City where they will make their home. ---Times. (Appleton City Journal, 1 June 1922)
A marriage license was issued at Independence Tuesday to Ira J. Sigfried, of Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Miss Irene Welling, of Montrose. (Appleton City Journal, 15 June 1922)
Clarence Atkeson Married In the marriage license column of Sunday morning’s papers appears the name of “Clarence E. Atkeson, Kansas City, and Kathleen Brown, Kansas City.” Mr. Atkeson is the youngest son of Congressman W. O. Atkeson and was reared to manhood in this city, where he has many friends and well wishers. ---Butler Times, 13th. (Appleton City Journal, 20 July 1922)
GRIGGS---KERNS Miss Esther Kerns and Giles Eli Griggs were united in marriage by Rev. H. R. Price at his home in Schell City Friday, August 4th. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kerns of Rockville and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Daze Griggs also of Rockville, where they are both well and favorably known. They have a wide circle of friends who join in extending best wishes. (Appleton City Journal, 17 August 1922)
Walter J. Kalberloh and Miss Alice Hestand were united in marriage at the bride’s home at Brownington, at 12:30 o’clock, August 6, Rev. H. F. Wright officiating at the ceremony. Mr. Kalberloh is a son of Mrs. Louise Kalberloh, of northwest of Lowry City. Following the ceremony a number of relatives and friends partook of a dinner spread in honor of the occasion. Their friends will wish these young people much happiness. (Appleton City Journal, 17 August 1922)
Miss Opal Suggs, of Roscoe, and Claude Gray of Kansas City, were united in marriage Monday of this week in the court house in Osceola, Judge T. G. Bernard performing the ceremony. The young couple will leave today for Kansas City, where they will make their future home. (Appleton City Journal, 31 August 1922)
WILSON---ANDERSON Claude Rea Wilson, of Spruce, Missouri, and Docia Ada Anderson, of Appleton City, were united in marriage at the home of the groom’s brother, Del Wilson, near Spruce on Wednesday evening, August 30, at 7:00 p.m., by Rev. L. W. Keele. They are both popular young people and have the best wishes of a host of friends. They will make their home on a farm near Appleton City. ---Butler Republican Press. (Appleton City Journal, 14 September 1922)
MANY WEDDINGS THE PAST WEEK
So many weddings have taken place in this community lately that The Journal would be justified in getting out a Wedding Edition. Congratulations and best wishes for the future years are extended to the newly-weds.
W. H. Sagaser and Mrs. Charlotte Steller were married at Clinton on Tuesday September 5th, and are now away on a wedding trip to Colorado. Mr. Sagaser is a former mayor of this city and has long resided here. The bride has lived here for several years. Their many friends will forgive them for slipping away so quietly and will welcome them home.
Mr. Floyd Pointer and Miss Velva Pitt were married at the court house in Clinton on Wednesday, Sept. 5th, Rev. Thos. J. Haney officiating. These young folks have grown to maturity in and near this city and have a host of friends who join in wishing them a long life together. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Pointer and is engaged in the barber business here. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Pitt.
Mr. Henry M. Luchsinger and Miss Ida M. Walker were married at the home of Rev. Thos. J. Haney, the officiating minister, in Clinton, on Thursday, Sept. 7th. Mr. Luchsinger is a member of one of the pioneer families of this city and a member of the firm of Luchsinger Mercantile Co. The bride is a daughter of Mrs Ada E. Walker, and for quite a while has been a very faithful and efficient employee of the local telephone company. These young people have grown up in this community and have a legion of friends. They visited with relatives in Kansas City a few days, returning Tuesday. They have purchased the new house recently built by the father of the bride, and have it all ready for housekeeping.
Mr. Oscar Pointer and Mrs. Hella Griggs were married at the home of the bride on Saturday, September 9th, Rev. E. N. Webb officiating. Mr. Pointer is rural mail carrier on route three out of this office, and is a capable and industrious postal employee. Mrs. Pointer is a daughter of Mrs. John Deffenbaugh and was raised a few miles west in Bates county. She has made this city her home for some years. She recently built an attractive bungalow where they are now at home to their many friends.
Mr. Bert M. Butler and Miss Mary Dean were married in Clinton last Friday evening and visited friends and relatives here a few days before going to Kansas City where they will reside. The bride is the oldest daughter of Walter Dean, who has long been in the service of the Katy railroad and has made this place his home.
Mr. Loren A. Porter and Mrs. Nannie H. Hill, both residing east of this city, were married at Clinton on Monday of this week. Both are well and favorably known in their home communities. They have purchased the Geo. Schaeffer farm east of town and will make that their home after December 1st. (Appleton City Journal, 14 September 1922)
Mr. and Mrs. Harve Chappell who were visiting Mrs. Chappell’s mother, Mrs. Finklang went to Nevada Sunday evening, where Mr. Chappell is employed. This young couple were married August 7th, but only recently made the fact known, but they have the best wishes of their many friends. Mr. Finklang, with his daughter, Mrs. Chappell, will leave this week to visit another daughter at Mountain View, Mo. (Appleton City Journal, 14 September 1922)
Eastern Bates. (written for last week) Miss Edna Frey and Harry Plympton were married at Butler Wednesday. Miss Edna is a popular and beautiful young lady, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Frey, was born and raised in Deepwater township. Mr. Plympton lives a few miles southeast of Appleton City and is a prosperous young farmer. We wish them a long and happy married life. (Appleton City Journal, 14 September 1922)
Eastern Bates. (written for last week) Claud Wilson and Docia Anderson were quietly married Wednesday. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. Anderson, who live near Appleton City. Mr. Wilson is a young farmer near Spruce. We wish them much happiness. (Appleton City Journal, 14 September 1922)
TWO WEDDINGS Mr. T. A. Culbertson of Roscoe and Miss Sarah Brissey of Collins, and Wilie Ray Culbertson and Miss Annie Laura Elliott of Collins were united in marriage in Hotel Vannice in Osceola, Mo., Sept. 30th, 1922, Rev. B. F. Lawler solemnizing the sacred rite. ---Democrat. (Appleton City Journal, 12 October 1922)
MESSICK---STEVENER Mr. James Messick and Miss Susie Stevener were united in marriage at Butler last Saturday, October 7th. The groom is the son of Mrs. Julia Messick, and the bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Stevener, all of this city. For several months the groom has been following his trade as plasterer in Kansas City, and the newlyweds left for that place Monday where they will reside. Their many friends here offer congratulations and best wishes. (Appleton City Journal, 12 October 1922)
Mr. and Mrs. William McGee passed their seventieth wedding anniversary at their home in Rockville, Saturday, October 14. The following of their children took well filled baskets and ate dinner with them: John McGee and family, Mrs. Geo. Brown and family, Mr. and Mrs. Chris Parker, Mrs. Lucy Melton, all of Rockville, and Mrs. Luella Wilson, of Jefferson City. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Dunbar and son Bobbie, Jr., were also present, Bobbie being a great-grand-son. One son, Thomas, and one daughter, Mrs. Olive Adkins, living in the state of Washington, could not be present. The old folks are still able to be around and still enjoy life. (Appleton City Journal, 19 October 1922)
Pleasant Home. Mr. Earl Taylor and Miss Florence Gragg, both well-known young people of this neighborhood, were married Thursday at Butler by Rev. R. A. Wright. We extend best wishes and congratulations. (Appleton City Journal, 19 October 1922)
James G. Dark, a former resident of the Chalk Level neighborhood in this county, and now residing at Stafford, Kas., and Mrs. Lula Gertrude Keller of Kansas City, were married at Stafford, October 9th. (Appleton City Journal, 19 October 1922)
County Seat Notes. (From the Democrat) Married, in the ladies’ rest room at the court house on October 10th, 1922, by John T. Fields, justice of the peace, Mr. Walter A. Carricker and Miss Etta I. Coleman, both of Roscoe. (Appleton City Journal, 19 October 1922) GOLLER---GROTHER The home of Mr. and Mrs. John Goller, east of Appleton City, was the setting for a very pretty wedding, on Sunday evening, October 22nd, at which time their daughter, Gertrude was united in marriage to Mr. Rudolph Grother, of Sedalia, Mo. Before the ceremony Miss Laura Henselmann, accompanied by Miss Elsie Smith, very sweetly sang “I Love You Truly,” after which the bridal party made their appearance in the parlor to the strains of the wedding march. Preceding the bridal couple were Miss Florine Goller, sister of the bride, and Mr. Theo. Otto. The bride and groom then entered, taking their places in a bower of ferns and autumn leaves. Rev. Rohlfing very impressively pronounced the words which launched them on life’s voyage together. After congratulations the happy couple led the way to the dining room where an elaborate supper was served. The bride looked charming in white satin and lace. She carried a beautiful bouquet of roses and wore orange blossoms in her veil. She has grown to womanhood in this community and by her sweet disposition and pleasing personality has won many friends and become a general favorite. Although Mr. Grother is an entire stranger to this part of the country, judging from his appearance and reputation he is worthy of the young lady he has won. Mr. and Mrs. Grother received many beautiful and useful gifts. They will leave in a few days for their future home in Waterloo, Ia. A host of friends wish them much happiness and success in their journey through life. About seventy-five guests were present. Those from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. C. Grother, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Albers, and Mrs. Wm. Eckhoff, of Sedalia, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Goller and Helen Marie of El Dorado Springs, Mo. (Appleton City Journal, 26 October 1922)
Rockville Dept. Miss Bertha Pickard and Nathan Hern were married Friday, October 13th. Friends extend congratulations. (Appleton City Journal, 26 October 1922)
ARNOLD---STONE Mr. Vernon Stone and Miss Asenath Arnold stole a march on their many friends in this city, Tuesday, driving to Nevada, where they were united in marriage. This came as a great surprise to their many friends. Mrs. Stone is the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Arnold of this city and is a graduate of the Butler High School last year. She is numbered among Butler’s most accomplished young ladies. Mr. Stone is the son of Mr. and Mrs. C. Stone of this city and has a host of friends who extend best wishes for a long, happy and prosperous wedded life. ---Butler Republican Press. (Appleton City Journal, 26 October 1922)
RODERICK---DOW Friends in this city have received announcements of the marriage of Miss Kathryn Roderick to Mr. John Dow. The wedding took place on Wednesday, October 25, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Mitchell in Emporia, Kan. They will be at home at Grayling, Kans., after November 15. Mrs. Dow was until October 1, Bates County’s home demonstration agent. Her work carried her into all parts of the country where she has many friends who join in wishing her much success and happiness. (Appleton City Journal, 9 November 1922)
SNYDER---ANDERSON Walter Snider and Miss Frances Anderson, prominent young people of the Taberville vicinity, were united in marriage at Nevada Monday, Rev. B. S. M. Edwards officiating. They each have a large circle of friends and well wishers in their home community. Schell City News. (Appleton City Journal, 9 November 1922)
Ora W. Talley and Miss Katie Ashinhurst were married in Hotel Vannice, Osceola, October 28, 1922, Rev. B. F. Lawler solemnizing the sacred rite. Mr. Talley is a son of G. A. Talley and wife of Lowry City, and Miss Ashinhurst is a daughter of J. O. Ashinhurst of Bentonville, Benton County. The bride is one of Benton County’s school teachers. They were accompanied by Rev. and Mrs. D. D. Talley and Misses Dessa Ashinhurst and Gladys Love. ---Democrat. (Appleton City Journal, 9 November 1922)
CARROLL---ALLISON A very beautiful home wedding took place Monday evening, November 20, 1922, at the home of the bride near Mt. Zion church, when Miss Dorothy Allison became the wife of Mr. Archie Carroll. The bride wore a white silk crepe dress and carried a cluster of white chrysanthemums. The bridegroom was dressed in conventional style. Mrs. Carroll is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Allison, and all of the children and grandchildren were present, except one daughter. Mr. Carroll had made his home the last few months with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Foster, and they, with two brothers of Mr. Carroll, were invited to the wedding. The bride is a beautiful young lady in person and character and Mr. Carroll has not erred in selecting her as a true helper in building a Christian home. These young people are members of the Mt. Zion Methodist church and have high ideals in life and are worthy of the highest esteem and confidence of all their friends and neighbors. The ceremony was performed by their pastor, Rev. W. J. Cox, of Rockville, Mo. The prophecy for these young people is a long and happy life. (Appleton City Journal, 23 November 1922)
County Seat Notes. (From the Democrat) Married, by Probate Judge T. G. Bernard at the ladies’ rest room in the court house on Friday, November 10th, Mr. H. E. Jones of Gerster and Miss Edith Moffet of Weaubleau, Hickory county. (Appleton City Journal, 23 November 1922)
County Seat Notes. (From the Democrat) Married, by John T. Fields, justice of the peace, at the ladies’ rest room in the court house on Thursday, Nov. 9th, Mr. Everett, G. Foster and Miss Ruby E. Roberts, both of Lowry city. On Wednesday, Nov. 15th, Mr. T. R. Wilson and Mrs. M. E. Hinkle, both of Wheatland, Hickory county, were married at the court house by Justice Fields. (Appleton City Journal, 23 November 1922)
SEIGISMUND---CARLEW On Wednesday, November 22, 1922, Mr. Eugene Seigismund and Miss Esta Carlew motored to Butler, Mo., where they were united in marriage. They were accompanied by Mr. Harley Lough and Miss Hilda Lyons. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Siegismund, of Rockville vicinity, while the bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luke Carlew, of Taberville, Mo. This young couple are prominent young people of this vicinity and have a host of friends who wish them a long and prosperous life. On the following day they moved to their home four miles northwest of Taberville, which the groom had prepared for his bride. They were charivaried that night by a very large crowd of friends. The married couple received some useful gifts, while the charivari crowd was treated to home made candy and cigars. (Appleton City Journal, 30 November 1922)
Miss Gladys Layher, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Layher, near Spruce, was married at Butler, November 14, 1922, to Mr. Roy Mock, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Mock, north of Rockville. Miss Layher is a beautiful and accomplished young lady and has made a host of friends since moving to the farm east of Spruce. Mr. Mock is a most popular young man and was one of the first to enlist in the late war and served during the entire war. The writer has known Roy all his life and sincerely wishes them all happiness and prosperity. (Appleton City Journal, 7 December 1922)
County Seat Notes J. A. Tucker and Miss Ola Olive Gump were married in Hotel Vannice Dec. 9, 1922, Rev. B. F. Lawler solemnizing the sacred rite. They were accompanied by Paul Tucker, brother of the groom and Miss Margie, a sister of the bride. Mrs. Vannice and Mrs. Pyeatt were present at the marriage. These fine young folks have many friends whom we join in wishing them a happy marriage. (Appleton City Journal, 21 December 1922)
Route Five. We understand that Miss Ada Wilson and Mr. Wesley Smith were married at Butler Saturday. We wish them well. (Appleton City Journal, 4 January 1923) Submitted by: Karen Foreman |
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