Leonard - Jan. 18, 1871, Rebecca, wife of John Leonard, of Isabella County, Michigan; aged 25 years, 4 months and ten days. The deceased was formerly of Center tp., the Co., and a daughter of Jacob and Martha Fordyce. February 15, 1871 Lemley-Headlee - September 3, 1871, by the same [G. Wade, Esq.], John Lemley and Abigail Headlee, both of Perry Tp., this Co. January 10, 1872 Lemley-Evans - On the 10th day of Sept. 1871 by J. M. Shroyer, Esq., Mr. Harvey Lemley and Miss Frances Evans, all of this county. October 30, 1872 Death of Lieutenant John G. Fordyce Many residents will be deeply pained to learn of the death of John G. Fordyce in Philadelphia, on Friday last, 16th inst., of typhoid fever. This sad even cast a gloom over those who knew the deceased, which will not soon be dispelled, as his character and conduct inspired the respect and esteem of all. In all the situations of life in which he was placed he acted well his part, and who could do more? Lieutenant Fordyce was born in Whitely township, Greene county, in 1838, and was consequently in the thrity-sixth year of his age at the time of his death. He was quietly engaged in agricultural pursuits on the farm of his father, Major Benson Fordyce, until the bugle-call of Lincoln sounded for soldiers to suppress the rebellion, when he joined Capt. Kent's company I, 8th Regiment, Pennsylvania Reserves, and served with gallantry and credit until the discharge of his regiment in June, 1864. He was noted among his comrades in arms for his superior soldierly qualities, and in the many battles in which he was engaged for his courage, particularly in the Wilderness campaign, where, with a few others, along with the colors, he penetrated the enemy's lines and forced them back in is immediate front, and thus with the enemy in close proximity on both sides and in front, continued to deal death to the foe by firing his own and all the cartridges of the dead and wounded around him, and retired in safety with the colors only when the enemy had withdrawn and darkness closed around the scene, while his gun was so intensely hot by the constant blaze of fire from it that he had to exchange it for a cool one in the heat of the action. For his faithful discharge of duties and distinguished courage in action he was afterwards commissioned as a Lieutenant in Company K, Fifth Regiment, Pennsylvania Artillery, and served with Capt. Kent to the close of the war. On the return of peace Lieut. Fordyce engaged in the mercantile business in Jefferson, which he conducted successfully for some years, when he sold out and accepted a situation in the wholesale dry goods house of Hood, Bonbright & Co., Philadelphia, where he remained until the time of his death. He was an excellent salesman, and enjoyed the full confidence of his employers. Lieut. Fordyce married a daughter of Robert Rinehart, of Whitely township, who was with him, we believe, at the time of his death, and whom we sincerely condole in the great loss she has sustained. October 21, 1874 We regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Margaret Fordyce, wife of Abner Fordyce, of Frosty Run, on Sunday last. Consumption, we are informed, was the cause of death. She was buried on Monday. June 19, 1878 Mr. Layton Crouse, of Center township, had this season a turkey hen to hatch 11 young turkeys. Shortly after their incubation the old gobbler took great interest in the brood and succeeded in capturing them from the old lady. He took full possession of them and feeds them and fights for them in all respects as matronly as a mother. After many vain attempts to ecover her children's confidence and affection, the turkey hen abandoned her wayward brood and betook herself again to her nest and having accumulated another setting is again patiently awaiting a second hatch-out. June 19, 1878 Major Benson Fordice [sic], formerly of Whiteley township, this county, but for some years past a resident of Bedford, Iowa, is again in Greene county, visiting friends. He came in on the Narrow Gauge on Thursday evening and paid our office a visit on Friday morning. He is in good health and fine spirits and is as clever and affable as ever. He is largely engaged in the stock trade, in which he has been remarkably successful. June 19, 1878 Little Elmira, daughter of Abner Fordyce, of Frosty run, died on Tuesday of last week, of brain fever, superinduced by whooping cough, aged about six years. This family bereavement is all the sadder from the fact that the little girl's mother died just 9 days before. It is truly a sticken household, and the sorrowing father is the recipient of the deepest sympathy. July 3, 1878 Mr. Jacob Fordyce of Jackson township, died on Wednesday last, July 21, of Kidney infection, aged about 65 years. He was an industrious, upright and highly respected christian citizen, and earnest, patriotic and stalwart Republican and among his latest expressed regrets was that he could not live to see the party triumphant this fall. July 28, 1880 Miss Lottie Ankrom, wife of Joseph Ankrom, of Franklin township, died at their residence on Coal Lick, on Saturday last, at a ripe old age. Mrs. Ankrom has been an invalid - a helpless cripple - for the last twenty years. She has raised a family of sons and daughters, who are grown up and settled in life. She has been a member of the M. P. Church for about 50 years. She was buried on Sunday in the presence of many sorrowing relatives and friends. September 30, 1880 Obituary of William Shriver The subject of this notice died at his residence in Whiteley Township on the 14th day of November, 1880, aged 76 years. His death was sudden and therefore unexpected. He was well on Saturday morning, but at noon appeared to be somewhat stupid. The family physician was summoned who pronounced him the victim of a torpid liver, but evidently did not regard the case as alarming. He prescribed a remedy and promised to return the next day. The next morning, however, Mr. Shriver died. On the 2nd of November he had been taken to the election and while there was weighed and drew 263 pounds. He was very fleshy, not being a man of large frame. He leaves eight children, four sons and four daughters. Dr. J. L. Shriver of Jollytown, Abraham R., Isaac and Adam, all three of Whitely Township are his sons. He was an upright industrious man and was the owner of a valuable farm. December 22, 1880 Death of a Young Lady in Her Sad Circumstances About six weeks ago, Miss Amanda Stephens, daughter of Mr. Lindsey Stephens of Whiteley township, took a trip to the state of Iowa to visit her grandfather, Maj. Benson Fordyce, and other relatives residing in that State. She had visited about among her friends, and went to visit her uncle's Azariah Stephens, who lives in Ringgold county, same state, where she was stricken down with typhoid fever, which made rapid inroads upon her system. Her father was telegraphed to, announcing the serious illness of his daughter, and last Wednesday, accompanied by his mother, Mrs. Barzilla Stephens, he came to Waynesbiurg on his way to Iowa, purposing to take the afternoon train, but missed it. He remained over night here and took the early Thursday morning train, arriving at Azariah Stephens' on Friday night but to find his daughter had passed from earth. She died on Friday morning. Mr. Stephens will bring the body of his daughter home for interment, and is now on the way and will be here on this evening's train or to-morrow evening at the farthest. Miss Stephens was aged about eighteen years, a beautiful and amiable young lady, and her unexpected death is a sad blow to her father and many other loving friends. November 22, 1881 Ruth Shultz Mrs. Ruth Shultz, wife of Elijah Shultz, died at the residence of her husband, near Newtown, in Perry township, last Sabbath evening a week ago, the 18, of pneumonia, aged 61 years. Mrs. Shultz was a christian woman, and lived a consistent member of the ------ [sic] church; a good wife and mother, a friend to the afflicted and needy. She will be much missed as a neighbor as well as in the family circle. She was a sister to Mr. Abner Bailey, ex-County Treasurer, and a mother of Mr. Taylor Shultz who resides near Waynesburg. The bereaved husband, sons and daughters have the sympathies of the community in their great loss. December 27, 1881 Wilkinson-Headlee - January 12, 1882, by Rev. H. J. Hickman, John P. Wilkinson, of Parkersburg, W. Va., and Miss Mattie E. Headlee, of Greene county, Pa. February 7, 1882 A. L. Myers It becomes our unpleasant duty to record the death of Ayers L. Myers, which occurred at his late home in Kansas City, Mo., last Thursday, February 16, 1882. He contracted a severe cold about a week previous to his death which settled upon his, naturally, weak lungs and resulted in congestion of these vital organs causing his death. Mr. Myers was removed to Kansas City with his family about a year and a half since, and had been engaged in keeping a hotel the greater part of the time since. He was the scond son of Alfred Myers, deceased, and was well known in this county having filled several public positions in Waynesburg. The body was shipped to Waynesburg and arrived yesterday on the 11 o'clock train and was taken to the residence of Rob't D. Myers, a brother, from which the funeral took place at 2 o'clock when he was laid beside his former wife and two children in Green Mount Cemetery. He leaves a wife and three children in Kansas City. February 21, 1882 Hugh Smith Died at his residence in Franklin township on Thursday morning the 20th inst., Hugh Smith in the eighty-seventh year if his age. Mr. Smith was an excellent and useful citizen, kind and benevolent in disposition, and always ready to assist those in need. He was a bachelor. He lived and died on the same farm on which he was born. His death will be much regretted by his friends and neighbors. April 25, 1882 By an oversight last week the death of Mr. Otho Spragg, which took place last Saturday a week ago, was omitted from these columns. Mr. Spragg died at his home in Wayne township, from an affection [sic] of the kidneys, aged about 72 years. He was the last but two of a large and respected family of brothers and sisters, and the Spragg name is more frequently met with than any other, perhaps, in the county. The deceased was the father of two children, daughters, one of whom, with the mother, died before him. He leaves a rich estate behind him. April 25, 1882 Keener-Headlee [Married] On July 23rd, 1882, by John Fox, Esq., at the residence of the bride's parents, Spencer M. Keener and Elizabeth Headlee, both of Perry township, Greene county, Pa. August 1, 1882 Last Sunday Mr. Eno Crouse, who lives about three miles west of Waynesburg, sent his two little boys to a neighbor's house to inform the occupants that horses had broken into their cornfield. One of the boys, aged about twelve years, was set upon by a vicious dog belonging to the premises and bitten severely in both legs, and though we are informed there were two young men present, belonging to the house, they did not attempt to take the dog off, but the boy had to beat and kick the brute off as best he could, while they looked on. When the boys returned home and told their father he deliberately shouldered his gun and went to the neighbor's house, but, seeing him coming, the dog was secreted and not to be found by Mr. Crouse. Besides prosecuting the owner of the dog, Mr. Crouse ought to embrace the first opportunity to shoot the vicious canine to death. No person or persons have any right to keep such dangerous domestic animals about their home. October 10, 1882 It again becomes our unpleasant duty to recall the death of an old-timed, useful and respected citizen of Greene county, who died at his late residence in Greene township, last Wednesday night, aged 79 years. In his death another among the oldest men in the county has passed away, and though having lived all his long life, and been active and industrious, it is a matter of doubt with the writer whether he leaves an enemy behind him. He was honest and upright in all his business relations and in his social intercourse with his fellows - repected by all his neighbors and acquaintances. Being of cheerful disposition he was always kind to those around him - seeking to make others happy. He was long a consistent, useful member of the Methodist Protestant church, a devoted hisband, affectionate father, kind neighbor, good citizen, and christian gentleman. Harvey Fordyce belonged to an extensive family of the Fordyces which has for generations composed, proportionately, a large citizenship of the county, and exerted a useful and moralizing influence in the growth, and development of the same. The deceased leaves an aged wife and a grown up family of sons and daughters - all respected citizens, also a large connection to lament his death. A funeral discourse was preached on Thursday by Rev. J. L. Simpson, after which the remains were interred in Whitely Chapel cemetery. August 21, 1883 A little seven-months-old child of Arch Adams of Jackson township, this county, choked to death on a small green apple, with which it was playing on Monday last, the 9th Inst. It had attempted to swallow it, but lodging in its windpipe, caused its death in a very short time, ere the little sufferer could be relieved. Mr. and Mrs. Adams have the sympathy of the community in their sad loss. June 17, 1884 Died, at the home of her husband on Friday, August 1, 1884, Mr. Wm. Fry, in Whitely township, of consumption, Mrs. Lizzie Fry, aged about 23 years. Mrs. Fry is a daughter of ex-Treasurer A. M. Baily, and was a lady of many virtues. Was highly respected by all who knew her and was a Christian lady in every sense of the word. She joined the M. E. church at Newtown while quite young, and ever remained a faithful and consistent member until the day of her death. She leaves a young husband, two little children and a host of other friends and relatives to mourn her death. The funeral took place on Sunday. Services were conducted by Rev. J. C. McMinn, who preached a funeral sermon at White's church, after which the interment was made in the burying ground attached to the church. August 5, 1884 Mr. Samuel Crouse is lying very ill at his home in Center Township with slight hopes of recovery. Mr. Crouse is among the oldest citizens of Greene county and is well know throughout the upper end of the same. February 10, 1885 Mrs. Lucy Fordyce, wife of Henry Fordyce, Esq. of Frosty Run, died at her home on last Tuesday April 28, 1885; from measles; aged about 40 years. Mrs. Fordyce was an accomplished and highly respected lady, and her loss will be severely felt not alone by the sorrowing friends and immediate family for the love which she bore toward them, but by all who knew her, for her kind disposition tending to disseminate peace and love among everyone in her presence. She was a member of the M. P. church and was a zealous worker in the house of the Lord. The remains were interred in the cemetery at this place, on Thursday. The sorrowing friends have the sympathy of their acquanitances and the community. May 5, 1885 Mr. Abner Fordyce died at his home on Frosty Run, Saturday, May 9, 1885, of general debility; aged seventy-five years. Mr. Fordyce is one among the oldest citizens of the county, and was man who always bore the highest respect of those who knew him. A large connection are left to mourn his loss. He had been married twice. A family of twelve children survive him, six of whom remain at home, the others have married and moved away. He was the father of Mrs. Thomas Sayers, of this place, and grandfather of Miss Annie Ankrom. Two children are in the West - Capt. John Fordyce of Berwick, Ill, and Mrs. J. B. Lucas. Two brothers - Benson and Harvey Fordyce - aldo resided in the West, one of whom is dead. May 12, 1885 Leona Fordyce (communicated) Died - Near Hawleyville, Page Co., Iowa, April 20, 1885, Leona Fordyce, daughter of Corbley G. and Lydia Fordyce. She was born December 3d, 1871, in Greene Co., Pa., where her parents lived until January last year when they came to Iowa, locating near Hawleyville. It will be sad news to her many friends in Greene Co., where she spent her childhood years, her sweet and lovely temper making friends with all whom she came into contact. Her sickness was somewhat protracted, and retaining her mental powers to the last she gave the brightest evidence of an unwavering faith and trust in Christ her Savior. In talking with her parents about death as calmly as though it were only a visit she said, "I am not afraid to die but only wish to live for your sake. I often think of death as a cruel monster coming into our homes and with his long bony fingers taking from us our dearest ones, bringing sorrow and darkness to our lives and homes, but Jesus says 'I am the life, the truth and the way. I am the resurrection and the life, he that believeth in me though he was dead yet shall he live again, therefore be ye also ready, for in such an hour as ye think not, the son of man cometh.'" In the death of this Christian girl, we have the unmistakeable evidence of God's power to save his children from the fear of death. Born of Chrictian parents, her home training was of a character to develop the highest Christian graces, and though of feeble physical developments she was morally wonderfully strong. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Munford from this saying of Christ, "The damsel is not dead, but sleepeth." - Mark iv-39 May 12, 1885 Mr. Elijah Headley died at his home in Perry township, this county, Saturday May 23, 1885; aged about 65 years. Mr. Headley was a man always highly respected, whom every body liked, and by his death, his many friends and acquaintance will meet with a severe loss. But few lives would compare with his for uprightness and honor. He had been a consistent member of the M. E. chirch for many years and died a faithful Christian. His death removes the last of a family of several boys all of whom lived to be useful and successful men. The sorrowing friends have the sympathy of the community. May 26, 1885 Mr. Samuel Crouse died at his residence in Center township, this county, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 1885; aged 88 years. Mr. Crouse was among the earliest settlers in the county, and married Miss Rebecca Fordyce, daughter of Jacob Fordyce, deceased. A family of eleven children was reared by them, seven of whom are still living, Layton, Enos and Mrs. Dr. S. S. Williams in this county and the other four in the West. Deceased was a good, kind-hearted citizen, always ready to assist the poor and needy in time of want. He made a profession of religion when quite young, and so lived that his daily walks were in accordance with his religion, dying in the hope and firm belief of wearing the crown that is promised to the faithful. His wife had many years ago passed on before him. The sorrowing firends have the sympathy of the community. October 6, 1885 Wm. C. Fordyce, formerly of Jackson township, this county, died at his home in Tyler county, W. Va., on Monday, May 21, of neuralgia of the heart. He had been in good health until seized with the disease mentioned, and death ensued in about a half hour afterward. He was in his 53d year and was a member of Co. F, 85th Pa. Vols., during the late war serving the entire term and participating in all of the many sanguinary engagements in which the regiment took part. He leaves a wife and three children who deeply mourn their loss. He was and Elder in the Christian Church and had many friends in the neighborhood of his new home. His many friends in this county will learn of his death with sadness and deep regret. May 31, 1888 William Kent, Senior, died at his home in Wayne Township, this county, Monday, Oct 2, 1888 of general debility. Mr. Kent was past 80 years and had always lived in Greene County. He was well respected and we believe a member of the Methodist Church. He adhered to the principles advocated by the Republican Party and had voted for General Harrison. The funeral took place on Tuesday following and his remains, according to his own request were interred in the orchard on the old homestead. October 11, 1888 Mr. Layton Crouse, a highly respected citizen of Center township, this county, died at his home last Monday morning June 30. Mr. Crouse was 63 years of age and was born and had always lived in that neighborhood. He was a good citizen and much respected by his neighbors and acquaintances. He was a member of the Christian Church. The remains were interred in the family burying ground on Tuesday. July 3, 1890 Mrs. Catherine Whitlatch, wife of the late Jacob Whitlatch, died at the home of David Whitlatch, March 27, 1891, aged about 72 years. She was a daughter of John Headley, one of the first settlers of Perry township, and sister of the late Phineas, Lewis, Enos and Eli Headley. She was an earnest Christian, a true wife, a kind mother and honor to the church. She leaves four sons and two daughters to mourn her departure. We buried her on Easter Sunday at the Valley Church beside her husband to await the resurection of the just. A Friend April 2, 1891 Asbury Lemley, a highly esteemed citizen, died at his home at Mt. Morris, Pa., Monday, Feb. 22, of paralysis. He was 65 years of age and was one of the leading citizens of that community, being quite wealthy. He leaves a wife and eight children, John, David, Lewis; Mrs. Emma Howard, Mrs. Elizabeth Patterson, Mrs. Jonathan Kennedy, Mary and Martha Lemley. The funeral services were held by Rev. W. G. Morris on Tuesday. February 25, 1892 Mrs. Nancy B. Fordyce, relict of Harvey Fordyce, lately deceased, of Greene township, died at her home Friday morning last, the 8th inst. Mrs. Fordyce had been ill for a long time and had suffered considerably. She was aged over 83 years. The deceased was highly respected as a most excellent christian woman. July 14, 1892 Archibald G. Fordyce, Sr., died at his home in Center township, this county, Friday evening , April 28 at five o'clock. Mr. Fordyce was 85 years of age and was among the oldest and best known citizens of that community. He had formerly resided three miles west of Waynesburg at what is known as the Adamson farm but had lived at his late home for about 55 years. He was an upright, honest man, known for his integrity and respected by all his neighbors and acquaintances. He had been a member of the Christian denomination for many years and was faithful in church work. He was married twice, his first wife being Nancy Leonard who died about thirty-five years since. He afterward married Miss Elizabeth Simmons, who survives him. He also leaves a family of eight children living. They are: Silas, Albert G., Mrs. Jesse Wood, Mrs. A. B. White, all of Bluff postoffice; Jacob L. and Mrs. Edward Wood, of Michigan, Barnet, of North Dakota and Mrs. E. J. Eagon, of S. Dakota. One child, Wm. C., is dead. The funeral was held on Sabbath last at 11 a.m. The remains were laid to rest in the burial ground on the home farm. May 4, 1893 Lon, son of William C. Fry, of Franklin township, died Sunday morning, January 3, aged 17 years. His death was caused by an atack of diptheria of a very malignant type. The young man had attended school,on Thursday before his death and was taken sick on Friday. The funeral took place on Monday. A father and sister are left to mourn his death. January 7, 1897 Mrs. Lemley, widow of Asbury Lemley, deceased, died at her home near Mt. Morris, Tuesday morning, aged 70 years. Deceased was an excellent christian lady and her death will cause sorrow among friends. February 18, 1897 Mrs. A. I. Ankrom died at Franklin Township of blood poisoning at age 62 years. The oldest daughter of Abner Fordyce. SHe leaves a husband and four daughters, Misses Annie, Emma, Jena and Lottie. She was a sister of Mrs. T. W. Sayers and had other sisters and brothers in this county and Illinois. August 7, 1898 Mrs. Jane Whitlatch, widow of Joseph Whitlatch died at her home near New Freeport, Pa., Tuesday, July 4, aged 72 years. Her maiden name was Owen having been born in Wayne township. She was a highly respected woman and leaves several children to mourn her demise. July 13, 1899 Crouse-Lightner Married, at Rogersville, Greene county, July 22, by Rev. A. A. Doak, Mr. Fred Crouse, of Waynesburg, and Miss Ina Lightner, of Holbrook. July 27, 1899 Fordyce-Morris Spencer S. Fordyce and Mary Morris of Calls were marrie at the home of S. B. Eagon July 25, by Elder A. F. Ferguson. July 27, 1899 Jesse Fordyce, of Bluff, has bought the livery out-fit owned by Henry Fonner, and will conduct his business in the same barn occupied by him. Mr. Fordyce has all new rigs and is prepared to please his customers. August 17, 1899 Mr. Morton G. Smith, a successful young attorney of Chicago, and wife and two children, who have been visiting at the home of his brother-in-law, Albert Throckmorton, of Center township, for several weeks, will return to their home Friday of this week. Mr. Smith gave the Republican offcie a call on Monday and is a very clever young man. August 17, 1899 Jesse Orndoff, Esq., a prominent and wealthy farmer of near Holbrook, this county, died Tuesday morning. He was born in Franklin township, this county, May 20, 1816, his parents removing here from Virginia. He had been engaged in farming and stockraising all his life and accumulated considerable property. He was twice married, his first wife being Isabella Mooney, of this county, and his second wife Susan Wear, of West Virginia. His children surviving are: Mrs. S. R. Fordyce, William Inghram, Jesse B., Mrs. C. V. Smith and Mrs. Thomas Stewart. The four children by his first marriage are all dead. Deceased was a member of the M. E. church and was highly respected. September 21, 1899 Shultz-Stephens Quite a pleasant social event took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bowen Stephens, Kirby, Pa., on the evening of Sept. 28, 1899, being the marriage of their much esteemed daughter, Miss Grace, to Mr. Ross Shultz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Z. T. Shultz, also of Kirby. The happy couple were ushered into the parlor by their attendants, Mr. W. A. Silveus and Miss Jessie Shriver, while a wedding march was rendered by Mrs. McMinn. The marriage was solemnized by Rev. John C. McMinn, of Jefferson, Pa. The bride and bridesmaid each carried a beautiful bouquet of white carnations. Following the ceremony and congratulations, the young couple, with about thirty invited guests, repaired tot he dining room where a sumptuous wedding supper awaited them. The bride received many handsome and useful presents of silver-ware and other articles, also many beautiful flowers. A large circle of friends extend congratulations. May happiness and prosperity atend their journey through life. October 12, 1899 J. B. Fordyce, the well known Greene county wool-buyer, has sold 180,000 pounds of wool, of the stock he had on hands, to Bullock Bros., of Philadelphia. Half the amount was shipped from Littleton, W. Va., and half was taken from his Waynesburg warehouse last week. November 2, 1899 Miss Jean Ankrom, of this place, who recently went to San Juan Porto Rico, under the employ of the government, as a teacher, is engaged in conducting a normal there, that is, instructing teachers. The Porto Ricans are all eager to study English, now, and Miss Ankrom writes that they look with awe upon anybody who represents the United States government. She writes that such a thing as good order has never been known in the schools there, but that perfect order prevails while a school is under her charge, as she also instructs the children. November 11, 1899 Zimmerman-Lnng At 10 a.m., Christmas day, 1899, at the home of Mrs. Mahala Long, Miss Norma M. Long and Mr. J. Harvey Zimmerman were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. J. E. Hail, pastor of the Muddy Creek C. P. church. The parlor had been darkened and in the soft light of the wax tapers and ideal wedding scene was presented. Miss Nellie Long presided at the organ and played the wedding march. Preceded by the maid of honor the happy couple entered the parlor where the wedding ceremony was performed. The bride was beautifully attired in a costume of gray and blue silk trimmed in pearls. The groom was dressed in the conventional suit of black. The maids of honor were Miss Inez Long and Miss Rosa Zimmerman. The former wore a beautiful costume of golden-brown and green, the latter, steel gray and white. Following the solemnation of the marriage the guests sat down to an elaborate wedding dinner. After the sumptuous repast was ended the bride and groom , having assumed traveling costumes, left on their bridal trp to the East, an abundance of rice and the time-honored old shoe being thrown ater them. The fortunate couple received many handsome and expensive presents. The following guests were present:-Mrs. W. S. Long, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Long, Miss Inez Long, Miss Sadie Long, Mrs. N. V. Eicher, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Garard, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Long, Miss Sadie Stephens, Miss Nellie Long, Miss Mabel Long, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Laidley, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Garard, Mr. Jas. Lantz, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Long, Mr. and Mrs. McClure, Miss Flossie McClure, Miss Lizzie A. Kelley, Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Zimmerman, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Morris, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Bowers, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Smith Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Fuller and Mrs. B. M. Fuller. On this new household many good wishes fall and the prayers that Heaven may ever bless and prosper them. December 28, 1899 Mapletown "Ish" Mapel passed through town on Sunday accompanied by his wife who was returning from a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Fordyce, of Gray's Landing. January 28, 1900 Mrs. Jane Fordyce was born in Greene county, Pa., June 16, 1811, and died at the residence of her son, J. B. Fordyce, of Pine Bank, March 17, 1900, aged 88 years, 9 months and one day. In 1829, she was married to Corbly Fordyce, and as a result of this union twelve children were born, four of whom preceded her to the spirit world. In November, 1862, her husband died, ever since she has remained a widow. The following children survive her: Mrs. John Smith, Nettle Hill, Mrs. Thomas H. Smith, Urichsville, O., Dr. Garard Fordyce, Ancona, Ills., J. B. and J. G. Fordyce, Pine Bank, Mrs. Joshua Rice, New Freeport, Mrs. Wm. Huffman and Homer C. Fordyce, of Bluff. The deceased was a consistent member of the Bethel M. P. church and was highly respected and universally esteemed. Her piety was never called in question and her life was more than leaves of mere profession - it bore christian fruit. Grandmother's christianity was not a sham, but reality. On the 19th inst. her body was laid to rest in the family burying ground to await the ressurrection morn. The funeral services were largely attended and were conducted by Rev. T. W. Colhour, assisted by Rev. J. C. Carpenter. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." March 29, 1900 Jesse L. Fordyce, liveryman, of this place, and his little daughter Jean are both ill with typhoid fever. Mr. Fordyce lives in the rear of the Lippincott property on Morris street. Their illness is attributed to the unsanitary condition of an alley and the general surroundings in that vicinity. Miss Virginia Davis, a trained nurse, is taking care of the patients, who are both getting along well. March 29, 1900 Mrs. Mary Fuller, wife of Bowman Fuller, died at Bedford, Iowa, April 9, from heart and lung trouble. Mrs. Fuller was born in Greene township, this county, being a daughter of Harvey Fordyce, deceased, and is a sister of Mort and Benson Fordyce, of Fordyce post-office. April 19, 1900 Wells-M'Clelland Married at Harveys, Pa., July 14, Mr. Jacob Wells and Miss McClelland, daughter of B. F. McClelland, by J. C. Booher, Esq. July 19, 1900 Horne-Sayers A very pretty social event was witnessed yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Sayers, Cumberland street, being the marriage of their daughter Miss Mary E. Sayers to Professor Charles E. Horne. The ceremonty took place at 1:30 p.m., Rev. J. E. Garvin, pastor of the C. P. church, officiating. Miss Grace Sayers, sister of the bride, was the maid of honor and the wedding march was rendered by Miss Claudia Barmore. The house was beautifully decorated with flowers and palms and about forty guests were present, young friends and classmates of the bride and groom. At the conclusion of the ceremony an elegant wedding luncheon was served by W. W. Call, the well known caterer.The bride is an accomplished and agreeable young lady and was a member of the class of '99 in Waynesburg College. She is very highly esteemed by a large circle of acquaintances. Mr. Horne graduated here in '97, receiving first honors, and for the past year has been assistant professor of mathematics in Waynesburg College. He is a popular and talented young man. Owing to the very serious illness of the groom's mother at her home near Zollarsville, Pa., a wedding trip which was intended was postponed. The bride received many very handsome presents. The Republican extends the young couple its heartiest congratulations and happy wishes. August 9, 1900 Sawmill Burned Isaac Longstreth Has His Leg and Collar Bone Broken by a Log Rolling Upon Him. Two Accidents Near Rogersville. Two very serious accidents occurred at the sawmill of Scott, West & Co., on the farm of Charles Church, near Rogersville, last Saturday afternoon and Sabbath morning, which caused considerable exceitement in that neighborhood. Isaac Longstreth ad James Shaw were hauling logs for Mr. Church and Saturday afternoon had brought a piece of timber 26 feet long in to the mill to be squared up for use in the tin plate buildings here. The log started to roll and Mr. Longstreth put his foot in front of it thinking he would stop it. This proved a very serious undertaking, however, as the log continued to roll and knocked him down, the heavy timber passing over his leg and breaking it in two places below the knee. When he fell to the ground it was with such force that his collar bone was broken. The mill was stopped and the young man taken to his home and Drs. Scott and Johnson summoned, who attended to his injuries. Owing to the excitement caused by this accident it is thought that the fire about the mill was not all put out when the men left that evening, and early Sunday morning the mill was discovered to be burning. The flames were noticed by Lafe Lightner and Albert Throckmorton, who gave the alarm at Rogersville and soon there was a large turnout of citizens. By hard work until about 10 a.m., a great deal of valuable lumber was saved. The mill shed, the saw frame and carriage were destroyed. The mill is owned by Simon Scott, Morgan West and others. Their loss is estimated at $200. They left for Wheeling at once to purchase new parts of the mill, and it is expected to be running again by Friday. Mr. Church is expected to get out lumber for six new oil rigs at once and this has delayed the work. The lumber in the shed was owned by him. August 9, 1900 Mrs. Clara Church Adamson, wife of Albert Adamson, died at their home a mile west of Waynesburg on Saturday evening, Sep. 1, about six o'clock, of pulmonary trouble. Deceased had been ill for some time and her death was not unexpected. She was about 25 years of age and a most estimable young woman. She was married only about two years since and beside her husband leaves one child to mourn her departure. One brother, Charles Church, is the only surviving member of her family and will deeply feel the loss of an only sister. She was a member of the Rogersville M. P. church and an earnest christian. The funeral was held on Monday at 10 a.m., services being conducted by Rev. Dr. Darby and Rev. Colhour, the interment being in Rosemont cemetery. September 6, 1900 Capt. John Fordyce, of Berwick, Ill., arrived here last week to visit relatives in this county. Captain Fordyce at the outbreak of the civil war enlisted in Cmpany F, Seventh Virginia Infantry, which company was recruited by Major J. B. Morris, of Mt. Morris. Upon promotion of Captain Morris to Major, Mr. Fordyce, who was then a sargeant, was chosen captain. On OCtober 26, '61 the company entered its first battle, at ROmney, Va., and had one man killed, Jesse Taylor. Toward the latter part of the war Companies A and E were combined with Company F and were commanded by Captain Fordyce. The regiment saw hard fighting and at Ream's Station his company lost half of its members who were in action. Captain Fordyce will attend a reunion of the regiment at Fairmont, W. Va. He is a brother of Mrs. Thomas Sayers, of this place. September 6, 1900 On Friday last, Miss Grace Sayers, daughter of Thomas Sayers, of this place, and Miss Lottie Ankrom, daughter of A. I. Ankrom, of Franklin township, met with a serious runaway accident. They were on their way from the Christian Endeavor Convention, at Coallick church, to the home of Miss Ankrom and just after passing the County Home building, their horse started to run off. It ran down a hill which crossed a run at the foot of the hill breaking the railing. A short distance beyond the bridge the buggy overturned, throwing Miss Sayers out and one of the hind wheels passed over her neck. The vehicle righted itself again and the horse ran on. Just ahead of it was a buggy occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Bryan, who reside on the N. W. Sayers farm, east of town. The two buggies collided, tearing three wheels from the buggy occupied by Mr. Bryan and one wheel from the other buggy. Fortunately, neither Miss Ankrom nor the Bryans were injured in the tear-up. Both vehicles were badly broken up, one of which belonged to Thomas Sayers and the other to N. W. Sayers. Miss Sayers was brought home Friday evening, and although found to be considerably bruised, she was not dangerously hurt. Their escape was certainly a narrow one. September 6, 1900 Miss Jean Ankrom, of Waynesburg, has been appointed superintendent of the schools of the district of Ponce, Porto Rico. The position corresponds with that of county superintendent here. Previous to this appointment she had been elected teacher of English in the high school of San Juan. The Commissioner of Education, which corresponds with our State Superintendent, is Dr. Brumbaugh, of Pennsylvania, who is well known among our educators. The city of Ponce is the second largest on the island and the district under charge of Miss Ankrom embodies a considerable scope of country besides. Her Waynesburg friends will be glad to hear of her promotion. September 20, 1900 A young man named Frank Ankrom, son of William Ankrom, of Franklin township, met with a very serious and peculiar accident last Thursday. He and his father had just returned from Lippencott's distillery where they purchased two empty whiskey barrels, intending to fill them with cider. They had unhitched their team and young Ankrom got into the wagon and struck the side of the barrel with something to jar the bung out. As he did so the barrel exploded with terrible force, blowing it to pieces, as well as the other barrel standing near it and the entire wagon bed, setting the latter on fire. The young man was badly burned about the face, neck and hands and it is miraculous that he was not killed, as the explosion was almost equal to a charge of dynamite. The barels and wagon bed were blown into splinters. Ankrom was brought to town and his injuries were attended to by Dr. Ullom. It is a mystery what caused the explosion as the young man says he had no matches about him. Moral: better be careful even of an empty whiskey barrel. October 4, 1900 Death with its dark shadow entered the home of Mr. J. C. Morris, of Garard's Fort, Pa., on September 30, 1900, and took from him his beloved wife Mrs. Jane Morris. She was aged 53 years and 24 days. She was a daughter of Abner M. Baily, deceased. Typhoid fever was the cause of her death. She leaves a husband, two sons and two daughters to mourn their loss. Many years ago she gave her heart to God and united with the Methodist Protestant church and has since that time lived a devoted christian. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. A. McNemar, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Newtown cemetery. God needed one more angel, Amid his shining band, And so he bent with loving smiles, And clasped our mother's hand Had he asked us, well we know, We should say Oh! spare the blow. Yes, with streaming tears should pray, Lord, we love her let her stay. In love she lived, in peace she died. He life was asked, but God denied. Her niece October 11, 1900 Robert L. Stockdale died at his home at White Cottage, this county, Thursday evening, Oct. 4, of blood poisoning. Deceased was aged about 40 years and was a well known and successful stockdealer. He was highly respected and had always been an active Republican worker. He leaves a wife and family to mourn his demise. October 11, 1900 Headlee-Whitlatch Thursday evening, October 11, 1900, the home of Mr. Eli Whitlatch, of Brock, Pa., was the scene of a pleasant event, it being the marriage of his daughter Alice to Mr. P. L. Headlee, son of Joseph Headlee, of Perry township. Rev. W. G. Barron, of Waynesburg, performed the beautiful solemn rites which united the lives of the happy young couple. Both bride and groom are successful school teachers. October 18, 1900 Mrs. Elizabeth Blaker, wife of C. C. Blaker, died at her home on Shannon Run, Perry Township, November 7, 1900. She was a member of the Shannon Run M. E. Church and lived a true christian life. She was the mother of eleven children, of whom five boys and four girls are still living, two boys having preceded her to the grave. She was a true and devoted wife, a faithful, loving mother, a true friend to the poor and afflicted. She will be missed not only by her afflicted husband and bereaved children, but by all who knew her and had shared her kindness. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Lightner at which a large congregation of sorrowing friends were present. She was laid to rest in the Claughton Chapel cemetery. The bereaved ones need only emulate her example and they will soon form an unbroken family in that home where partings never come. November 15, 1900 A. J. Gillogly, a well known citizen of Holbrook, this county, died on Monday morning, last, aged about 70 years. A few weeks ago a horse stepped upon his foot, injuring it so that blood-poisoning set in and amputation of his foot became necessary. The operation failed to check the disease, however, which re-appeared, causing his death. He was greatly respected and will be greatly missed. December 6, 1900 Captain Hiram H. Cree, a prominent citizen of Cumberland Township, died suddenly at his home near Carmichaels on Tuesday of apoplexy. He had been at Waynesburg that morning and had arrived home shortly before noon. After eating his dinner, he complained of feeling ill and lay down upon a bed. Later he called a member of the family to him and asked to be raised up. After lying down again, a few minutes later he expired. Captain Cree was born May 21, 1819 on the farm in Cumberland Township where he spent his life, it having been in possession of the family since 1785. He was engaged in farming all of his life excepting for a short period in the 40s when he held a position in a wholesale drygoods store in Cincinnatti, Ohio. In 1862, he enlisted in Company A, 168th Pennsylvania Infantry. When the company was organized, he was unanimously chosen it's "Captain" and most faithfully served through-out the period of enlistment. He was a gallant soldier and was popular in his company and Regiment. In politics he was a staunch Republican and was esteemed by all his neighbors and acquaintances. He leaves a wife and daughter to mourn his demise, the latter being Mrs. Horner, wife of Dr. F. H. Horner of Wilkensburg. Two sisters also survive. March 14, 1901 Phillip Wood died Sunday, June 1, at his home near Higbee, Pa., at about 76 years. He was among Aleppo Township's oldest and most respected citizens, and was a member of a large family, being a brother to our fellow townsman, Joshua Wood. His wife was a Miss Courtwright who died several years ago. He is survived by four children: James W., Mrs. Josephine Hickman, Misses Maude and Olive Wood at home. The deceased was a member of the Christian Church, and an upright man. June 5, 1902 Mrs. John Smith died at her home at Triumph, this county, Sunday of Brights Disease. She was a sister of J. B. and J. G. Fordyce of Pine Bank and Dr. G. Fordyce of Illinois. July 20, 1902 Miss Jean Ankrom, Supt. of Ponce Schools, met death in a carriage accident. She was the daughter of A. I. Ankrom, a citizen of Franklin Township. She was 32 years of age, graduated from Waynesburg College in 1894. She done Missionary work in Mexico, returned in 1897 because of poor health, but in 1899 she was sent by the War Department to Porto Rico. Her mother died five years ago. She leaves three sisters, Miss Anna, Lottie, and Mrs. H. L. Sproat and her father. June 18, 1903 Benson Fordyce, Esq., of Garard's Fort, died on Monday morning at the home of John Morris, where he was visiting. Pneumonia was the cause of his death. Mr. Fordyce was 59 years of age ad is survived by three brothers, James and Jesse who reside in Iowa and Morton, of Frosty Run, this county. The funeral services were held at Whitely Chapel on Tuesday afternoon. January 28, 1904 Mrs. Kate Ely Fordyce, wife of Jesse Fordyce, this place, died Tuesday, Apr. 2, at 11 a.m. Deceased was 41 yars of age and had suffered from ill health for some time. She was a daughter of James Ely, deceased, of Hunter's Cave, and was highly esteemed by all her acquaintances. She was a member of the M. E. church and a devout christian. Her husband and three children, beside a mother, four brothers, Jonas, James, Hiram and William Ely, of Hunter's Cave, and three sisters, Mrs. S. C. Corwin, this place; Mrs. Nancy Canham, of Sandwich, Ill., and Miss Lizzie Ely, of Hunter's Cave, are left to mourn her demise. To all of these, the sympathy of many friends is extended in their bereavement. Funeral Friday at 12 o'clock. Interment at Hopewell. April 7, 1904 Mrs. Elizabeth Fordyce, relict of the late A. G. Fordyce, Sr., died Sunday evening, Oct. 14, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Malinda Fordyce, near Bluff, this county. She was born May 28, 1823, near Clarksville, Pa., her maiden name being Simmons. She was united in marriage to Mr. Fordyce in 1856. Her three children are all deceased, she is survived, however, by the following step-children: J. L. Fordyce, of Farwell, Mich.; Mrs. E. J. Eagon, of Cadillac, Mich.; Mrs. Maria Wood, of Holbrook; Mrs. Sarah Wood and Silas Fordyce, of Rogersville; Mrs. A. R. White, of Bluff. She is survived by three brothers, David, Daniel and Spencer Simmons, of Clarksville, and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Higgins, of East Waynesburg, and Mrs. Malinda Fordyce. The funeral was held at Willow Grove church, on Monday, services being conducted by Rev. Martin of the M. P. church. Deceased had been a member of the Christian denomination for nearly fifty years and was a faithful christian woman. October 18, 1906 Silas Fordyce, an old and respected resident of Greene county died at his home at Rogersville, Sunday morning, January 27, at one o'clock. For two years he had suffered ill health which proved to be caused by a cancerous growth in the stomach, as revealed by a post mortem examination conducted by Drs. Spragg and Milliken, of Rogersville. Deceased was born June 20, 1842, on the old Fordyce homestead in Center township and was a life-long resident of Greene county. He was married to Mary Jane Orndoff, January 23, 1862 and to them ten children were born, seven of whom are now surviving. Mrs Fordyce died Nov. 4, 1897, and about two years later he was united in marriage to Rebecca Phillips. Mr. Fordyce enlisted in the Eighteenth Pa. Cavalry and served eighteen months during the civil war. He was a man of upright character and a strong defender of every cause of right. The funeral was held on Monday from the Willow Grove Christian Church, of which deceased was an elder, services being conducted by the Rev. G. F. Assiter, the pastor, assisted by Rev. F. A. Bright. It was attended by the largest congregation which ever entered the church, a tribute of the high regard in which deceased was held. The interment was made in the family burial ground, two miles from the church, near the old home in which Mr. Fordyce was born. A detail from Co. K, N. G. P. attended the funeral and he was buried in honors of war, by firing three volleys over the grave. Thus a good man has been lain to rest, who will be missed by his church and community. Beside his wife, the following children are left to mourn his demise: Wm. L., Jesse, Archibald, Garfield, Mrs. William Moore, Mrs. Joseph Orndoff and Mrs. Susan Keener. [sic] January 31, 1907 G. H. Moredock, Esq., one of Greene county's prominent and most esteemed citizens passed away at his home, near Jefferson, Thursday morning, May 23, at 5:30. He had been in failing health for some months, having sustained an injury last fall by being thrown from a wagon and during the winter suffered a stroke of paralysis. The immediate cause of his death was a nervous collapse and heart failure. Mr. Moredock was born near Rices Landing, Pa., June 20, 1832, being in his seventy-fifth year. On August 20, 1857, he was united in marriage to Miss Matilda Ailes, of Cumberland township, and this happy union had existed for almost fifty years. His occupation largely consisted in farming and stock raising though for a long period, in partnership with his sons, he owned and conducted a large flour mill at Jefferson. He was one of Greene county's most successful business men, his farm being one of the finest and best improved in the county. He was straight-forward in all transactions and was a man of unquestioned integrity. For years he had been a director of the Farmers and Drovers National bank. He had been a member of the C. P. church, at Jefferson, for forty years and had always taken an active part in church work, being a liberal contributor. In politics he was a Democrat and had filled the office of school director for a number of terms. His influence was always for the uplifting of his community and his death will be sincerely mourned by all. Beside his wife he is survived by four children, Stephen A. and George B. Moredock, Mrs. W. B. Hawkins and J. C. Stewart, of Jefferson. One son and one daughter are deceased. One brother, Samuel, of Kansas, a half-brother, John Moredock, of California, four sisters, Mrs. Sarah Neel and Mrs. W. K. Reynolds, of Jefferson; Mrs. Samuel Sharpnack, of Rice's Landing, and Mrs. Eliza E. Martin, Of Tennessee, and a half-sister, Mrs. John Goslin, of Rice's Landing, survive him. The funeral was held on Saturday at 2 p.m. and was attended by a large number of people. May 30, 1907 Mrs. Jacob Patterson, of near Ninevah, met with a painful accident Tuesday evening. She was returning from Waynesburg and when near the Waynesburg tin mills her horse frightened at a freight train that was standing on a siding, and upset the buggy, throwing Mrs. Patterson out. She alighted on her right shoulder, dislocating it, and was otherwise bruised. She was brought to the home of her fatherinlaw, James Patterson, on North Morris street, where Drs. J. T. and Frank Ullom attended her. She is now getting along as well as could be expected. June 6, 1907 Mitchell-Stockdale Mr. Nathaniel J. Mitchell, of Canton, Ohio, and Miss Dora B. Stockdale, of Waynesburg, were unite din marriage at the home of Mrs. Wood, of Wellsville, Ohio, Wednesday, June 5, at 1 p.m. by Rev. W. H. Dye, pastor of the M. E. church of Wellsville. The bride is a trained nurse and is a high;y esteemed young woman. Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell will travel for a year and upon their return, will reside in Canton, Ohio. June 13, 1907 Patton-Ammons On Wednesday evening, June 5, 1907, Mr. William A. Patton and Miss Luvetta L. Ammons, of Waynesburg, were unite din marriage by Rev. J. F. Dimit. The groom is the son of Joseph Patton, Esq., and is an excellent young man, being now engaged with the firm of Gordon and Longanecker, carriage and machinery dealers. The bride is a daughter of the late Perry Ammons, deceased, and is a highly esteemed young lady. The Republican tenders its congratulations and good wishes. June 13, 1907 S. R. Fordyce S. R. Fordyce, a highly respected citizen, died at his home, near Rogersville, Saturday, June 29, aged 67 years. He was a veteran of the Civil war. He is survived by his wife and two sons, Archibald and Edward, at home. The funeral services were held on Monday in the Rogersville M. E. church, conducted by Rev. Martin. Interment in Rosemont cemetery. July 4, 1907 Sudden Death of C. C. Blaker. Highly Esteemed Citizen Passes Away as the Result of Heart Trouble. Waynesburg people were shocked and saddened on Saturday afternoon to learn of the sudden death of C. C. Blaker, Esq., a highly esteemed resident, which occurred at his home on Naser street, about 3:30 p.m. Mr. Blaker had been at Pittsburg, on Friday, to consult a specialist in regard to an eczema upon his hands. On Saturday morning he complained of feeling ill and Dr. A. B. Patton was summoned. During the afternoon Mr. Blaker was lying upon a couch when his wife noticed him breathing heavily and upon going to his side found that he was dead. Neighbors and the physician were summoned and the sorrowful news quickly passed from house to house. Deceased was in his sixty-first year and had spent most of his life in Perry township, Greene county, being a son of John Blaker. He was for many years an extensive dealer in livestock and was well known throughout the county. He was a man known for his honesty and integrity in business dealings and was successful in all of his investments, owning a large amount of valuable coal and farming land at the time of his death. He was a member of the Claughton Chapel M. E. church and was a liberal supporter of every religious cause. Genial in disposition, warm-hearted, upright in character, he was respected by all who knew him. In politics he was a Republican and was influential in his party. Mr. Blaker had been twice married. His first wife was a Miss Fordyce, who died some years ago and nine children survive this union. In December, 1906, he was united in marriage to Miss Zorah Moore, daughter of Alfred Moore, of near Reedsville, W. Va. The surviving children are: Porter and Imri, of Brave, this county; Mrs. Connor Stephens, of Iowa; Mrs. Charles Staggers, of Whiteley; John, Jesse, Fordyce, Nora and Euphon Blaker, of Mt. Morris. Memorial services were held at the residence, here, on Sabbath at 1 p.m., by Rev. J. B. Taylor, after which the remains were taken to the former home of deceased in Perry township. On MOnday at 3 p.m., the funeral was held at Claughton Chapel, the services being conducted by Rev. Moore, of Mt. Morris. The interment was in the cemetery near the church. July 18, 1907 Theophilus Blaker Theophilus Blaker, a well known and highly respected citizen, died at his home, near Carmichaels, Thursday, August 15, at 9 a.m., aged 72 years. His death was due to a stroke of paralysis which he suffered two weeks ago. In 1859 Mr. Blaker was united in marriage with Miss Sarah Inghram, who survives him. No children were born to the union. One brother, Lindsey Blaker, of Mannington, W. Va., and a sister, Mrs. Emma Ruse, of Ten Mile, also survive. The funeral services were held on Saturday at 10 o'clock. INterment in the Garard's Fort cemetery. August 22, 1907 Headlee-Mariner Mr. Eli Headlee, of Mt. Morris, at Miss Rose Mariner, of Pine Bank, were united in marriage, Wednesday, August 14, at the Walton hotel, Waynesburg. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. B. Taylor in the presence of a few friends. The bride is a daughter of John Mariner and for several years has resided at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Fordyce, of Pine Bank, and is highly esteemed. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Headlee, of Mt. Morris, and is an excellent young man. The happy couple left on the 3 o'clock train on a wedding trip to be spent at Washington D.C., and Jamestown, Va. August 22, 1907 Fox-Blaker Mrs. James Fox, of Jefferson, and Miss Anna Blaker, of Khedive, were united in marriage at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. J. B. Taylor, Thursday, August 22. August 29, 1907 Phillips-Masters Mr. George F. Phillips, of Beallsville, Pa., and Miss Belle Masters, of Davistown, this county, were united in marriage, Thursday, September 5, by Rev. J. E. Darby, at his home, on East High street. September 12, 1907 Mrs. James Fox Mrs. Leona Blaker Fox, wife of James Fox, died at her home near Khedive, Pa., Thursday, September 5, aged 22 years, of a complication of diseases. Mrs. Fox was a daughter of Mr. ad Mrs. Marion Blaker, of Khedive, and was united in marriage with Mr. Fox only two weeks previous to her death. She was highly esteemed and will be greatly missed in the community in which she lived. She is survived by her husband and parents and several brothers and sisters. The funeral services were held on Friday, conducted by Rev. A. T. Carr. Interment in Muddy Creek cemetery. September 12, 1907 Mrs. Jane Eagon quietly passed away Friday, August 20, at the home of her daughter, in Cadillac, Michigan, after an illness of several weeks. Elizabeth Jane Fordyce was born in Cente Township, Greene County, Pa., March 1, 1830, her father being the late Archibald G. Fordyce. At the age of eighteen, she was married to Lafayette Eagon. They made their home in Greene County until 1865 when they moved to central Michigan, where they bravely passed through the hardships incident to pioneer life. Of the twelve children born to them the five who are still living are Archibald, of Elm Hall, Mich., Uriah, of Wheeler, Mich., Alonzo and Mrs. C. L. Chadwick of Cadillac, Mich., and Frank, of Blue Earth City, Minn. She also leaves three sisters and one brother. At an early age Mrs. Eagon united with the Christian church and she ahs always lived a consistent christian life. She was devoted to her family and ever ready to lend a helping hand to those in sickness or trouble. Funeral services were held in the Christian church in Shepherd, Mich., and interment made in the Shepherd cemetery. September 12, 1907 Lemley-Moore Married, Oct. 16, by Rev. J. B. Taylor, of Waynesburg, Mr. G. S. Lemley, of New York, and Miss Virginia Moore, of Waynesburg. October 17, 1907 Mrs. Jennie Fordyce Sayers died at her home in Waynesburg, Pa., Oct. 24, 1907, after a long illness. She was born at Fordyce, Greene county, Pa., Jan. 26, 1850, and spent her early youth at the home of her birth. She was a thoughful young woman, interested in books and study, and she taught school for a number of years, first at Eldersville, Washington county, Pa., and afterwards at East Liverpool, Ohio, and later in her home school. She studied in Waynesburg College. She was married to Thomas W. Sayers, December 25, 1875. Since then her home had been at Waynesburg. Though a devoted and faithful wife and mother she never lost interest in books and study, or in the social and moral welfare of the community where she lived. She was a charter member and was long president of the Waynesburg Woman's Christian Temperance Union, and was the first president of the Greene County W.C.T.U., and held this office for a number of years. She was also for several years president of the Mothers' Club of Waynesburg, and when she was noonger able to attend its meetings was elected honorary president. She was, until disqualified by illness, an interested and helpful member of the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle. She had a rare taste for the beautiful, especially the best things in English and American poetry. While yet a young girl she joined the Methodist Protestant church near her home. Afer her mrriage she transferred her membership to the Waynesburg Cumberland Presbyterian church. For many years she was a faithful teacher in the Sunday school of this church and was an active member in the Woman's Missionary Society. She was ever faithful in her attendance at the services and a willing helper in the work. But her greatest work and best and most lasting influence was in her home. She was the mother of four daughters. One died in infancy. The other three who survive her are Mrs. Mary E. Horne, wife of Prof. Charles E. Horne, Morgan Park, Ill., Miss Grace and Miss Lucy, who with their father , are left in the home. The following brothers and sisters also survive: James and Capt. John Fordyce of Berwick, Ill.; Mrs. J. B. Lucas of Huston Heights, Texas; Mrs. Joseph Murdock, Mrs. John Morris, Vincent and Henry Fordyce and Misses Flora and Ella Fordyce, of Fordyce. Mrs. Sayers' beautiful traits of character, her cheerfulness, kindness, purity, womanly dignity, her hospitality, thoughtfulness and sympathy for others and self forgetfulness made her home and her life a benediction and a blessing to everyone who knew her, or had the privilege of being a guest or visitor in her house. Funeral services were held from the house on Cumberland street, Saturday at 1:30 p.m., and were conducted by Dr. J. Calvin Mead, Dr. J. M. Howard and Rev. J. E. Garvin. Interment in Green Mount cemetery. October 31, 1907 Mrs. C. E. Horne returned to Morgan Park, Ill., Monday, being called here on account of the serious illness and death of her mother, Mrs. T. W. Sayers. November 7, 1907 Married, Nov. 16, 1907, by Clerk of Courts Spragg, B. F. Lemley, of Spraggs, and Miss Sadie Dulany, of Brock, Pa. November 21, 1907 Henry M. Hudson Henry M. Hudson died at the Mercy hospital, Pittsburg, on Sunday morning, Nov. 17, at 6:30. He had undergone a surgical operation about ten days previous, following which he had gradually become weaker. For a year or more he had been in declining health and had spent several months at Cambridge Springs, Pa., in the hope of receiving benefit, but failed ot improve. Mr. Hudson was born at Newtown, this county, being a son of John and Sarah Hudson, deceased, and was a great-grandson of the Rev. John Corbly, the noted pioneer minister. He was seventy years of age and had spent all of his life at the old homestead, with the exception of two or three years. He was well known as a dealer in live stock, in which occupation he had been very successful. Large numbers of cattle were purchased by him every season in West Virginia and brought to Greene county. He was genial in manner and a man of strictest integrity, having a host of friends , who will learn with sorrow of his demise. His remains were brought to Waynesburg on Monday evening and taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. S. H. Moss, East Lincoln street, who had tenderly watched at his bedside during his stay ion the hospital. he body was accompanied here by his nephews, John Hudson, of Pittsburg, and Thomas H. Hudson, Esq., of Uniontown. Beside the sister named, two others, Mrs. Imri Taylor, of Whiteley, and Miss Hannah Hudson survive him, also one brother, Thomas Hudson. Deceased was a brother-in-law of Mrs. H. M. Hudson, this place, and an uncle of Rev. W. M. Hudson, of Clarksburg, W. Va. The funeral services were held from the home of Mrs. Moss, Wednesday at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. J. C. Mead, D.D., and Rev. A. W. Robertson. Interment in Green Mount cemetery November 21, 1907 Lindsey Lemley Lindsey Lemley, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Lemley, of Franklin township, died Friday evening, Nov. 27, aged 3 years, after only a few hours illness of membranous croup. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon and interment made in Claughton Chapel Cemetery. December 5, 1907 Child's Narrow Escape from Death. A little three year old son of M. L. Morris, familiarly known as "Chink," of Rogersville, narrowly escaped being burned to death on Saturday morning. The little fellow was playing in a room alone, while his mother was doing work in the kitchen. She was not aware that anything had happened until he appeared in the kitchen door with his clothing ablaze. She caught the child up in her arms and smothered out the flames with her hands. IN doing so her hands were badly burned. Dr. Adamson was summoned and dressed the burns of both. The child it is thought will recover though undoubtedly it was a narrow escape. December 26, 1907 Headlee-Headlee Married, Dec. 21, by S. K. Strosnider, Esq., Mr. Rufus B. Headlee, of Mt. Morris, and Miss Osie P. Headlee, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Headlee, of Brock's. January 2, 1908 Thomas H. Hudson, Esq., of Uniontown, who retires from the office of District Attorney of Fayette county, January sixth, made an excellent official during his term of three years. He has done much toward restraining the lawless element in Fayette county and enforcing proper Sabbath observance. His efforts were fearless and impartial, in this regard, applying to the wealthy merchant the same as to others. He has had a number of murder trials and a large amount of other criminal business. His successor in office is Davis W. Henderson, Esq., who has been Assistant District Attorney. Both officials are alumni of Waynesburg College, the latter having been graduated in tha class of '97 and both have many warm friends here. January 2, 1908 Peter Chalfant Peter Chalfant, of Wayne township, died at his old home, near Pentress, W. Va., January 17, 1908, aged 84 years, of congestion of the lungs. He had been a consistent member of the Olive M. E. church for sixty years. He is survived by one brother, John Chalfant, of Fairmont, W. Va., and also two daughters and one son, Mrs. John E. Price, of Morgantown, W. Va.; Mrs. Harvey Barnes, of Fairmont, W. Va., and Solomon E. Chalfant, of near Blacksville, W. Va.; with whom he made his home. The funeral was held on Sunday at 11 a.m., services being conducted by his pastor, Rev. D. F. Carder, Interment in Mt. Morris cemetery. January 30, 1908 George W. Headley, of Morgan township, who has held the office of road supervisor for two years has resigned the office on account of ill health. Mr. Headley suffered a stroke of paralysis a few weeks ago from which he has never fully recovered. February 20, 1908 The remains of W. H. Baily, who died at his home in Minneapolis, Minn., on Feb. 11, arrived at Uniontown, Pa., last Wednesday for burial, accompanied by H. P. Baily, son of the deceased. The remains were taken to Oak Grove cemetery, where after a brief funeral service by Rev. J. D. Gold, they were laid to rest. Mr. Baily is survived by three children, the son mentioned and two daughters, one residing at Minneapolis and the other at Des Moines. Deceased was a brother of the late Ellis B. Baily, of Cumberland township, and leaves one sister surviving, Mrs. Ruth A. Lynn, of Ashley, Dakota, who at one time resided on the Hamilton farm in Cumberland township, now occupied by Marion Haines. The funeral of Mr. Baily was attended by his nephew, R. L. Baily, of Carmichaels. February 27, 1908 J. B. Fordyce, of Amos, W. Va., recently purchased the Milton Spragg farm, containing 172 acres, loacted in Richhill township, for a consideraton of $70 per acre, coal reserved. March 12, 1908 Mrs. T. J. Huffman Mrs. Caroline Huffman, wife of T. J. Huffman, deceased, of Center township, died at the home of her brother, Cephas Hathaway, of West Amity, Wednesday, March 11, aged 72 years, of pneumonia. Mrs. Huffman had gone to West Amity only a few days previous on account of the serious illness of her sister, Miss Maria Hathaway, who died shortly after her sister reached her bedside, of pneumonia. Another sister is also seriously ill with the same disease. Mrs. Huffman was a member of the Christian church and was an excellent woman. She is survived by the following children: Daniel Huffman, of Center township, with whom the deceased made her home; Robert and Joseph, of Rogersville; Jacob, of Oak Forest; Mrs. Elizabeth Gamber and Mrs. Dora Engle, of Washington, Pa., and Mrs. Belle Crouse, of Rogersville. Two brothers, Cephas and Elias Hathaway, of West Amity, and two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Anderson, of Rogersville, and Miss Elizabeth Hathaway, of West Amity, also survive. The remains were brought to the home of her son, Daniel Huffman, Wednesday evening, and the funeral services were held on Thursday at 1 p.m. Interment in Oak Forest cemetery. March 19, 1908 Headley-Patterson At the home of the officiating minister, Rev. Jacob Ruble, of Harvey's, Pa., Thursday, March 19, Mr. J. H. Headley, of West Finley, R. D. and Miss Alma S. Patterson, of Harvey's were united in marriage. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Patterson, deceased, and is an estimable young woman. The groom is an excellent young man and highly esteemed. March 26, 1908 Mrs. Eliza Patterson, wife of Frank Patterson, of East Waynesburg, died Friday morning, March 20, aged 49 years, of a complication of diseases. Mrs. Patterson was a daughter of Jacob and Lucy Whitlatch, deceased and was an excellent woman. She was a member of the Valley Chapel M. E. church at Brock. Besides her husband she is survived by ten children as follows: Ross, David and Harvey, of Brock; Enlo, of Pittsburg; Norman, of Waynesburg; Arthur, Charles, Donald, Ada and Alif, at home. The funeral services were held on Sunday at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. F. M. Cain. Interment in Green Mount cemetery. March 26, 1908 George Fordyce George Fordyce died at his home on Morgan street, Tuesday morning, March 31, at 3 o'clock, aged 48 years, of Bright disease. Mr. Fordyce was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fordyce, deceased, of Whiteley township, and has resided in Waynesburg for a number of years. For the past two years he had been proprietor of the Lantz hotel, South Morgan street, and was highly esteemed. He was a member of the Methodust Protestant church and also a member of the Odd Fellows fraternity. Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Jesse Fordyce, at home, and one daughter, Mrs. Irvin Ridgeway, of Waynesburg. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. F. Dimit. April 2, 1908 In Memory of Miss Nannie Fox Miss Nannie Fox was the daughter of John and Dorothy Haines Fox. She was born Feb. 19, 1873, and died May 1, 1908. An aged mother, six brothers and three sisters survive, namely: Eli, Taylor and William, of Kirby, Luther, of Morgantown, W. Va., Christopher, of Morrisville, and Daily, of Pittsburg; Mrs. J. L. Walters, of Brock's P. O., Mrs. W. S. Vandruff and Mrs. George Patterson, of East Waynesburg. Miss Nannie, for eighteen yeasr had been in ill health. Seventeen years of this time were spent in the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Patterson, who were very kind and devoted, doing everything in their power to minister to her comfort and happiness. It was from this home that the immortal spirit to its flight to the realms of the blest. When but a small girl she became a christian and united with the Methodist church. She was always interested in the work, and cheerfully rendered every service for the cause that was so dear to her heart. During the last year of her life, whe affliction and suffering prevented her from attending the church services, she was so often heard to speak about the work, and to express the desire that she might get strength again to work for the Master. But through all her suffering she was cheerful and patient and even seemed more concerned about the feelings of others than she did about her own affliction. Christ was indeed precious to her. When the end was drawing near, she would talk of death as one would talk of taking a visit. There was not a cloud; not a fear. It was going home. The beginning of an endless life, free from the limitations of the body; going where the Lord would be her everlasting light and where days of mourning would be ended. Thus without a fear, she passed out of the earthly house into the house not made with hands, Eternal, in the Heavens. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; yes, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." Funeral services were held a the home in East Waynesburg, on Saturday evening, conducted by Rev. J. F. Dimit, and Dr. Hudson, president of the college. Services were also held Sunday afternoon in Claughton Chapel, and the body laid to rest in the Chapel cemetery. The aged mother and surviving brothers and sisters have the sympathy and prayers of the community. May 7, 1908 Lindsey Stephens, Esq., a prominent and wealthy citizen of Waynesburg, died at his home on East Main street Friday evening, May 22 at 7 o'clock. Eleven days previous he was stricken with paralysis, which resulted fatally. Mr. stephens was born in Greene township, this county, June 23, 1836, being a son of Barzilla Stephens, deceased. He spent most of his life in Whiteley township, where he was a large land owner and carried on farming and stock-raising extensively. He was a man known for reliability in all business transactions and for excellent judgement. By wisdom of investments, he was at the time of his death the owner of nearly one thousand acres of coal. For nearly fifty years he had been a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Newtown and was a kiberal supporter of that church and of other churches. He was also a member of the Masonic order. In 1861 he was united in marriege to Miss Margaret Fordyce, whose death occurred in 1863, leaving on daughter surviving, who has since died. On Februry 23, 1865, Mr. Stephens was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth J. Hatfield, who now survives her husband. Of their seven children only three are living at present, these being John, James and Harry Stephens of near Kirby. Funeral services were conducted at the home on Saturday at 2 p.m., by the Rev. J. B. Taylor, pastor of the M. E. Church. On Sabbath afternoon, the remains were taken to Fairall Church, where a sermon was delivered by Rev. Taylor, being assisted in the services by Rev. Cain. The interment was in Fairall cemetery. The sympathy of our community is extended to the bereaved family. May 28, 1908 Mrs. A. J. Huffman Mrs. Belle Huffman, wife of A. J. Huffman, died at their home, on West Lincoln street, Saturday morning, June 6, aged 30 years, of dropsy of the heart. Mrs. Huffman was a member of the Harvey's Baptist church. Besides her husband she is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Thomas Burnfield, Mrs. Edward Bennett, of Des Moines, Iowa; Mrs. William Elliot, Mrs. William Ewing, of Burnsville; Mrs. Howard Kelso, Mrs. Bert Cooper, of Washington; John Burnfield, of Bristoria; Ellsworth Burnfield, of Simpson's Store; Mrs. James Dunlap, of Bridgeville; Mrs. William Hoge, Mrs Ernest Hull and Mrs. Hiram Garber, of Waynesburg. The funeral services were held on Monday, conducted by Rev. F. A. Bright. Interment in Oakmont cemetery. June 11, 1908 The last number of college lecture course, given Thursday evening, was much enjoyed by the large audience present. Prof. S. Frank Stockdale is a reader of much ability and pleasing, attractive manner. His rendition of the two selections from "Dr. Luke of Labrador" were admirably given, as was also the "Road of Yesterday," a clever and original arrangement of choice selections from the best authors. The readings were interspresed with splendid music. Miss Luta Grimes, vocalist, whose clear soprano voice always charms her hearers, received the highest praise for the excellent manner in which she rendered her selections. Carl M. Blose, violinist and Miss Ethel Blose, pianiste, formerly of Waynesburg, are musicians are [sic] rare talent and were enthusiastically received. The lecture course was a success throughout. June 18, 1908 Charles G. Headley, of this place, and George F. Drury, of Washington, Pa., recently drilled in their well No. 7 on the Simmons farm, near Spencer, W. Va., which is making at present 80 barrels of oil a day. They have six other good wells on the same farm. June 25, 1908 Mrs. James Crago Mrs. Eunice Crago, widow of James Crago, deceased, died at her home, near Rices Landing, Monday morning, June 22, aged 87 years. Mrs. Crago was a lifelong member of the Hewitt Presbyterian church and was most highly esteemed. She is survived by the following children: John C., of Masontown; George and Mrs. William Grooms, of Rices Landing; Mrs. Ellsworth Weaver, of Khedive and Miss Mragaret Crago, at home. The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 o'clock p.m., conducted by Rev. A. T. Carr. Interment in Hewitt's cemetery. June 25, 1908 W. H. Moore and his step-son, Samuel Bayard, of Holbrook, were among our visitors yeaterday. While watering their team at the trough on the hill, at the west end of town, the bridle had been removed from one of the horses, to allow it to drink, when they became frightened and ran away. The team was caught near Scott's wool-house, fortunately, before any damage had been done. June 25, 1908 A Double Wedding On Thursday, June 25, a double wedding was solemnized at the home of Thomas W. Sayers, Cumberland street, his daughter, Miss Grace Sayers being united in marriage to Mr. Walter C. Montgomery and her sister, Mrs. Lucy Sayers being united in marriage to Mr. Harry F. Baily. The ceremony took place at 12:30 p.m., and was performed by the Rev. Dr. C. E. Horne, of Chicago, Ill., brother-in-law of the brides. Only immediate relatives were present, the wedding march being rendered by Miss Edna Baily. A wedding dinner was served and both couples left on the 3 p.m. train, Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery going to Canada and Mr. and Mrs. Baily to New York and other eastern cities. The brides are most estimable young ladies and are popular among a large number of friends here. Both are graduates of Waynesburg College and both were formerly teachers in the College. Mr. Montgomery and Mrs. Baily are among our best and successful young men and are also alumni of the College. Mr. Montgomery is a young attorney who is gaining a good practice and Mr. Baily is a member of the well known real estate firm of Randolph & Baily. Upon their return they will reside in Waynesburg. The Republican joins their many friends in extending congratulations and good wishes. July 2, 1908 Rinehart-Moredock A pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Moredock, of Fordyce, Pa., on Tuesday, June 30, when their daughter, Miss Blanche Moredock was unite din marriage with Mr. Jacob A. Rinehart, of Waynesburg. The ceremony was performed at high noon by the Rev. J. F. Dimit, pastor of the Waynesburg M. P. church, in the presence of only the immediate relatives. Following the ceremony a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. The bride is an estimable young lady and the groom is a well known merchant, of this place, and a member of the city council. Mr. and Mrs. Rinehart left on the afternoon train, at Rice's Landing, for Niagara Falls, Buffalo and Toronto, Canada, where they will spend their honeymoon. July 2, 1908 Clara Hoskinson, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Hoskinson, met with a painful accident, Monday evening. While playing with some other children in the new Blair building, on West Main street, she stepped on a loose board and fell into the basement, a distance of eight feet, sustaining a severe gash on the back of her head and the bone in her nose was fractured. Dr. T. L. Blair dressed her injuries and the little patient is doing as well as could be expected. July 23, 1908 M'Neely-Haines Mr. Charles L. McNeely, of Washington, and Miss Rosa E. Haines, of East Waynesburg, were united in marriage, Saturday, August 1, at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. J. F. Dimit, pastor of the M. P. church. The bride is a daughter of M. and Mrs. Lindsey Haines, of East Waynesburg, and is an estimable young woman. Mr. and Mrs. McNeely left on the 3 o'clock train for a short wedding trip. Upon their return they will reside in Washington. August 6, 1908 Simeon S. Crago Simeon S. Crago died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Laura Kelley, of Carmichaels, Thursday, September 10, aged 58 years, of typhoid fever. Mr. Crago was a member of the Presbyterian church and was highly respected. He was never married. Four sisters and a brother survive: Mrs. Kelley, with whom he made his home; Mrs. C. W. Barkman, of Waynesburg; Mrs. Philip Hoskinson, of New Freeport; Mrs. Anna Worthington, of Washington, and Wesley N. Crago, of Carmichaels. The funeral services were held on Saturday, conducted by Rev. T. B. Kerr. Interment in Laurel Point cemetery. September 17, 1908 John-Headley At the home of the bride's parents, M. and Mrs. D. L. Headley, of Second avenue, Thursday evening, September 24, at 6 o'clock, was solemnized the marriage of their daughter, Miss Eva D. Headley and Mr. F. W. John, of Kirby. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. M. Hudson, D. D., president of Waynesburg college, in the presence of about forty guests. Miss Carrie John, sister of the groom, was maid of honor and Mrs. Floyd Headley, brother of the bride, acted as best man. The bride is a popular and highly esteemed young lady, and the groom is the deputy clerk of courts. Mr. and Mrs. john were given a reception in the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. John, of Kirby, on Sunday. October 1, 1908 Horace Fordyce was arrested here Tuesday and taken to Washington on a charge of selling intoxicating liquors without a license. The offense is alleged to have been committed at the recent Sandy Plains fair. Charles Cage, of this place, was arrested at that time and placed uner bond, at Washington, to await trial at court for a similar offense. It is claimed that Cage and Fordyce were operating together in the sale of the ardent. October 15, 1908 Horace G. Fordyce, of this place, who was arrested a few weeks ago on a charge of selling liquor at the Sandy Plains fair, was sentenced on Monday, in the Washington county courts, to pay cost, of prosecution, a fine of $500 and undergo imprisonment in the county jail three months, with labor. A similar charge has been made against Charles Cage, also of Waynesburg, whose case has not yet been disposed of. October 29, 1908 Hazel French, the two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanton French, of West Waynesburg, died Saturday morning from the effects of eating poke root. The other three children of the family were also badly poisoned in the same way but will recover. On Friday the French children together with some neighbor children were playing near their home in West Waynesburg. The children had beuilt a playhouse and were playing at cooking. Poke roots were dug by them to be used for horse radish. The children ate of the roots and they were all for a time in a serious condition. Physicians were summoned and all were relieved except little Hazel French, who died in terrible agony. The funeral services were held Sunday at 1:30 conducted by the Rev. F. A. Bright, pastor of the Waynesburg Christian church. October 29, 1908 Zimmers-Mariner Married by the Rev. J. C. McMinn, at his residence, Jefferson, Pa., Nov. 4, Mr. Walter Zimmers and Miss Elizabeth Mariner, both of Carmichaels. The groom, who is an industrious young farmer, is a son of David Zimmers, and his youthful and estimable bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mariner, of Pine Bank. A large circle of friends extended best wishes to the deserving couple. November 12, 1908 Charley Cage Sent to Workhouse Sentenced to 3 Months Imprisonment and to Pay $500 Fine for Illegal Liquor Selling. The trial of Charles Cage, of this place, upon the charge of selling intoxicating liquors illegally, was called up at Washington, last Thursday morning. Cage had attended the Sandy Plains fair, in 1907 and 1908, and on both occasions is alleged to have engaged freely in the traffic of string drink. At the last fair and officer attempted to arrest him, but Cage whipped up his team and got away, several shots being fired after him. An employe of Mr. Cage's, Homer Fordyce, was arrested, however, and taken to the Washington jail, where he is now serving a sentence, and later Cage was taken into custody and gave bail for his appearance at court. Fordyce plead guilty to the charge of selling intoxicants illegally and was sentenced to three months in jail. Only three witnesses had testified in the Cage trial, when the defendant concluded that enough evidence had been produced against him and he decided to change his plea of "not guilty" to one of "guilty." This conclusion was announced by his attorney and the trial came to a close. A number of witnesses had been subpoenaed by the commonwealth from Waynesburg, among them being District Attorney H. C. Staggers and Clerk of the Courts C. K. Spragg, who were instructed to bring copies of the court records from Greene County, showing how many times and for what offenses Cage had been indicted here. It is claimed that the records show he has been in the courts nineteen times, upon various charges, but has generally escaped punishment. Cage was allowed to spend Thursday night, at his home here, before sentence was pronounced. On Friday he was sentenecd by Judge McIlvaine to pay costs of prosecution, $500 fine and to undergo three month's imprisonment in the Allegheny county workhouse. Cage's attorney asked that a jail sentence be imposed, but the court declined to do this. The Washington Record says, "Cage broke down and cried bitterly when sentence was pronounced." When taken to the jail Cage indulged in another flood of tears. After regaining his composure he called up his wife in Waynesburg by telephone and asked her, "Will you have enough to live on for three months?" On receiving the answer he imparted the information, "I have been given three months; I expected at least a year." November 19, 1908 Rice-Phillips At the home of the bride's parents, near New Freeport, Pa., on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at noon, was solemnized the marriage of Mr. John L. Rice and Miss Mary I. Phillips, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. K. Phillips. The ceremony was performed by the bride's brother, T. G. Phillips, Esq., in the presence of a number of friends and relatives of the young couple, after which a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. The happy couple were the recipients of many handsome presents. Mr. and Mrs. Rice left in the afternoon by way of Waynesburg for a wedding trip to Niagara Falls. On their return they will reside on their farm between New Freeport and Jollytown, Pa. November 26, 1908 Mrs. Gilman Hickman Mrs. Phoebe Clovis Hickman, wife of Gilman Hickman, died at their home, on East street, Saturday evening, November 28, at 6:30 o'clock, of a stroke of apoplexy. Mrs. Hickman was in her 87th year and her death comes as a great shock to her aged husband, who is 92 years of age and is prostrated by his grief. At the aged of 13 years she united with the Methodist Episcopal church and lived a consistent christian life, and was always an earnest worker in the church. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: Mrs. Arthur Shriver, of Washington; Mrs. Emaline Spicer, of Kirby; L. M. Hickman, of Oak Forest, and Frank and John Hickman, at home. The funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. L. S. Wilkinson, pastor of the Waynesburg M. E. church. Interment was made in Green Mount cemetery. December 3, 1908 John Stockdale John Stockdale, a prominent citizen, died at his home, near Pine Bank, Saturday morning, December 3, aged 55 years. His death was due to a complication of diseases. Mr. Stockdale was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and always took an active interest in church work. Besides his wife he is survived by four children, Mrs. Fank Keiger, of Nettle Hill, Rex, Hallie and Earl, at home. The funeral services were held on Sunday, conducted by Stephen White. Interment in Pine Bank cemetery. December 17, 1908 Death of Oldest Woman in Greene County. Mrs. Elizabeth Mariner, of Near Jolleytown, Passes Away In Her 98th Year. Mrs. Elizabeth Mariner, the oldest woman resident of Greene county, died at the home of her son, William Mariner, in Gilmore township, Jan. 19, 1909. Mrs. Mariner was born near Jolleytown, Aug 2, 1811, bring a daughter of George and Mahala Argo Hennen, who were early settlers of the Upper Dunkard valley. January 31, 1830, she was married to Dr. James Mariner, who died in 1884. To them were born thirteen children, eight of whom are still surviving: Stephen, of Conway, W. Va., Van Buren, of Mt. Morris, Jeremiah, of Wise, W. Va., William and John, of Gilmore township, Mrs. Frank Taylor and Mrs. Henry Taylor, of Wadestown, W. Va., and Mrs. Mathias Gilbert, of Washington Pa. Her funeral was held last Thursday, services being conducted by Rev. S. S. White. Interment in Mt. Tabor cemetery. The above picture was taken of Mrs. Mariner on her birthday anniversary, in 1907. At that time she was quite active and retained her mental faculties perfectly. January 28, 1909 Harvey Zimmerman, Esq., Nominiated for Burgess. Winter Primary in Waynesburg Resulted in Several Warm Contests. The winter primary, here, on last Saturday, developed several strenuous contests and there was evidently a resort to methods that were not creditable on the part of a few candidates and their friends. The law-abiding citizens of the town, however, stood together as opposed to such methods. Attorney Harvey Zimmerman received the nomination for burgess upon both the Republican and Democratic tickets, having a majority of 18 over G. E. Minor upon the Republican and 78 upon the Democratic ticket, giving Mr. Zimmerman a total majority of 96. As he had already been nominated upon the Citizen's ticket, this means that he will be the next burgess of Waynesburg. For justice of the peace Samuel Montgomery, Esq., received the nomination upon both tickets. For tax collector, Corbly Fordyce is the Republican nominee and William Shultz is the Democratic candidate. Prof. G. F. Martin is the nominee for auditor, 3 years, and John L. Wood, Esq., 1 year. North Ward, John Church is the Republican nominee for council and H. J. Ross, Esq., the Democratic; Walter R. Hawkins is the Republican nominee for school director and L. M. Waddell, the Democratic. South Ward, Oscar Highes is the Repbulican nominee for council and J. J. McCormick the Democratic; for school director, Dr. J. A. Knox is the nominee upon all the tickets. January 28, 1909 Cephas Shriver Cephas Shriver, son of Jacob L. Shriver, of Brave, this county, died at his home Monday, February 1, aged 21 years, of pneumonia. For the past year he had been employed as a rig builder and was a bright, industrious young man. The funeral was held on Tuesday. Interment in the Mt. Zion cemetery at Bluff. February 4, 1909 George W. Headley George W. Headley, a prominent farmer of Morgan township, died Thursday, February 4, aged 58 years. His death was due to paralysis. About five years ago, Mr Healdey was injured in a runaway accident, from which he never fully recovered. Mr. Headley was a son of Jesse Headley, deceased, of near Mt. Morris. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and always took and active part in all church work. For the past three years he had served the township as road supervisor. He had also held the office of township auditor. Besides his wife, he is survived by the following children: Mrs. Abraham Brewer, of Whiteley; Harmon Headley and Mrs. A. M. Yoders, of Castile, and Myra, Edna and Carrie, at home. The funeral services were held on Saturday at 10 o'clock, consucted by the Rev. J. C. McMinn. Interment in the Jefferson cemetery. February 11, 1909 Samuel Lemley Samuel Lemley, Esq., an aged and highly respected citisen, died at his home, near Mt. Morris, Saturday morning, February 6, aged 82 years, after and illness of several months. He is survived by his wife and two sons, Oliver, of Pentress, W. Va., and Hacob, at home. The funeral services were held Monday at 10 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. William Hart, of Morgantown, W. Va. Interment in Cedar Grove cemetery, at Mt. Morris. February 11, 1909 Abijah Rose Abijah Rose, a well known and highly respected citizen, died at his home near Clarksville, Monday evening, February 8, aged 67 years. His death was due to a general break down of health. Mr. Rose was a son of the late David Rose, and was born and reared on the farm on which he died. He was a prominent farmer and stock raiser and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Besides his wife, Mrs. Rebecca Willard Rose, he is survived by four sons, Prof. Frank L. Rose, principal of the West Homestead, Pa., schools; Prof. O. E. Rose, principal of the schools at Donora; C. C. Rose, Esq., of Morgantown, W. Va., and Jesse Rose, of Sycamore, this county. The following sisters also survive: Mrs. Demas Horn, of Zollarsville; Mrs. George Porter, of Ohio; Mrs. Degood, of Michigan; Mrs. Sarah Gardner, of Kansas, and Mrs. Margaret Degood, of Iowa. The funeral services were held on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. John C. McMinn. Interment in the Lutheran cemetery at Zollarsville. February 11, 1909 J. Harvey Zimmerman, Esq., Elected Burgess of Waynesburg. Warm Contests for Council and Other Offices. The election passed off quietly in Waynesburg. The only contests were for tax collector, borough council and school director. Attorney J. Harvey Zimmerman was elected burgess, being the nominee upon all the tickets, and receiving 658 votes. February 18, 1909 Death of Hugh Beeler Well Known Waynesburg Veteran Suddenly Passes Away. Hugh Beeler, more familiarly known as "Battle" Beeler, a well known resident of Waynesburg, was found dead Tuesday forenoon. He lived in a house adjoining the residence of his nephew, Henry Beeler, South Morris street. Not having been seen since the evening previous, and there being no response to knocking at the door, which was found to be locked, and entrance was made through a window and his lifeless body was found lying upon a couch. The cause of his death was believed to have been heart failure. There was a hot gas fire burning in the house, at the time, and had it not been for the timely entrance it is feared the building might soon have been in flames. He was in his 74th year and had served in the Union army in Co. I, Eighth Penna. Reserves, enlisting first under Capt. Bailey and at the end of that period re-enlisting under Capt. Kent. He was known as an excellent soldier. He had never married and leaves one brother, Henry, of Michigan. He was a brother of the late Joshua Beeler and of Mrs. John Gamber, Deceased, this place. Henry Beeler, of Waynesburg, and Alonzo Beeler, of Morrisville, were nephews, and Mrs. Jonathan Flowers and Miss Kate Gamber are nieces of the deceased. The funeral will be hald from the home of Miss Gamber, West Greene street, today at 2 p.m. February 25, 1909 William H. Murdock William H. Murdock, one of Greene conty's aged and most highly esteemed citizens, died at his home at Fordyce, Friday, Feb. 26, of infirmities incident to old age. Deceased was 88 years of age. He had been almost a life-long member of the Methodist Protestant church and was a man of sterling qualities, who will be greatly missed in that community. In politics he was a staunch adherent of Republican principals. The following children survive him: Mr. C. C. Conway, of Whiteley; Mrs. W. T. Spragg, of Spraggs; Mrs. Sarag Fordyce, John G. and George Murdock. The funeral was held on Sabbath at 1:30 p.m. A more extended notice will appear in the next issue of the Republican. March 4, 1909 Now Burgess Zimmerman New Official Enters Upon His Duties - Council Organizes. J. H. Zimmerman, Esq., Waynesburg's new burgess, was sworn into office and entered upon his duties on Monday, Burgess D. L. Sayers retiring. On Monday evening the council met and organized, the two new members, H. J. Ross, Esq., and Oscar Hughes entering that body to fill the places of James L. Iams and George Silveus, retired. The council organized by electing George D. Huffman president, W. H. Sutton, secretary, J. L. Fulton borough treasurer and J. E. Debolt, Esq., soliciter. T. B. Dinsmore was elected borough engineer and John W. Shaffer street commissioner. March 4, 1909 William H. Murdock Memorial Upon Long and Useful Life of Well Known Citizen William Hopkins Murdock was born at Fordyce, Pa., December 10, 1820 and died February 26, 1909. In 1842 he married Miss Nancy Gillett, who died Dec. 5, 1906. From this union were born nine children, four of whom are deceased; also twenty grandchildren, seven of whom are dead, and twenty-three great grandchildren two of whom are dead. On Jan. 20, 1892, he and his estimable wife celebrated their golden wedding anniversary and all the children and a large company of other relatives and friends were present. Soon after his marriage his wife, who had about two years before accepted Christ, pursuaded him to unite with the church and from that time these two lived conscientiuos christian lives. It is peculiar to note that while his wife joined the church a little more than two years before him yet he outlived her enough time that they both had served their Master an equal number of years. Though the writer has known this noble character for only a little over two years, their close association has given him a broad view of this man's exemplary christian life and much can be conscientiously said of his piety and honest christian spirit. As a husband he was kind and labored arduously that his wife and family should lack no necessity and his home be well provided for. Besides his own large familyhe fostered two orphans and several grandchildren and rejoiced in the success of each or was sadened by their sorrows. Few men live to his great age and enjoy to almost the last such health and strength. Although at different times he suffered physical disabilities which would have broken down a less robust constitution, he would rally and soon be active again. At one time he fell and broke his hip, at another he suffered from several broken tibs and again from a badly sprained shoulder and several minor accidents but so active was he that during the last summer he was in the hay field some and this faill husked corn because he enjoyed work. His life has been one of the most active in this community. Only two weeks before he died was he bedfast and it seemed to those about him that his body could hardly be overcome, but it finally was and his soul released to speed homeward to heaven. Greene county has lost one of her foremost citizens who always stood for honesty and uprightness. He was in politics a staunch Republican and served his party several times in his own township and county and filled the offices ably and acceptably. It is a note worthy fact that his desire always to be on the side of right was shown in the election last November. He said he might never have the chance to vote again and he believed the true christian should vote for prohibition and so he did. He was a firm believer in the doctries and polity of his church and ably defended and worked for them. He gave exemplary loyalty and confidence to each pastor and felt that Biblical doctrine and guidance should come from him. The writer has spent many enjoyable hours in conversation with him upon the scriptures and scriptural incidents. Church and pastoral support was loyally given and his home has been the stopping place for the pastors of this circuit for many years. For some years his deafness prevented him from hearing a word of the service buthe faithfully attended church for he so often said he wanted to do his duty to the church.\ In his later days he read the scriptures daily and meditated upon their contents. His favorite chapter was the 51st Psalm, which was read to the burial service. Deeper than his faithfulness, more loving than his worship was his heart ever anxious about the good of the church and the welfare of some of his neighbors' souls. The best that can be said of him is that his example was wonderfully and nobly christian. O. W. B. March 11, 1909 Fordyce-Sellers Mr. Jesse L. Fordyce and Miss Pearl Sellers, both of Waynesburg, were united in marriage at the Clerk of the Court's office, Saturday morning, March 20, by Deputy Clerk Ray Headley. Mr. and Mrs. Fordyce left on the 6:25 train for a short wedding trip. Upon their return they will reside in Waynesurg. March 25, 1909 Joseph Conklin Joseph Conklin died at his home, near Brocks, this county, Saturday evening, March 20, aged 55 yers, after several weeks illness from stomach trouble. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and was highly respected. He is survived by his wife and four children Two brothers and two sisters also survive, Henry Conklin, of Ohio; Ananias Conklin and Misses Cassie and Lucinda Conklin, of Clarksburg, W. Va. The funeral was held on Monday. INterment in Claughton chapel cemetery. March 25, 1909 Burgess Zimmerman and Policemen Cleavenger and Gladden are doing their duty in the arrest and punishment of disorderlies, who after consuming some of the "Brewery product" stand around on the streets using vile language and make it generally unpleasant for decent people. March 25, 1909 Mrs. James B. Murdock Mrs. Arabelle Murdock, wife of James B. Murdock, died at their home, near Fordyce, this county, Friday evening, March 26, aged 47 years. Mrs. Murdock had been an invalid for the past ten years. She was of gentle disposition and was loved by all who knew her. SHe was a member of the Methodist Protestant church and always took much interest in all church and Sunday School work. Besides her husband she is survived by an adopted daughter, Marion Murdock and the following brothers and sisters: Vincent and Henry Fordyce, Mrs. John Morris, Mrs. Joseph Murdock, Misses Florence and Ella Fordyce, all of Fordyce, and Mrs. Margaret Lucas, of Texas. The funeral was held on Sunday at 1 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. O. W. Bolton, of Fordyce, assisted by the Rev. T. T. Conway, of Fairmont, W. Va. Interment in the Murdock burying ground. April 1, 1909 Taylor-Sproat Married by Rev. John C. McMinn, at his residence on Pine street, Jefferson, Pa., March 30, 1900 [sic], William L. Taylor and Miss Lizzie Sproat, both of Lippincotts, Greene county, Pa. A wedding march was played previous to the ceremony. The bride is the excellent daughter of Jacob Sproat. The groom is a son of Levi Taylor and is one of Greene county's industrious and respected young men, having for several years had charge of the instruction of the children at the children's home. They left on the "Adam Jacobs" for Pittsburg where they will spend a few days. On their return they will go to housekeeping near Jefferson. Many friends wish them a happy journey through life. April 8, 1909 Milliken-Pethtel Mr. H. E. Milliken, of Delphene, and Miss Goldie Pethtel, of Nettle Hill, were united in marriage, Saturday, April 3, at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. L. S. Wilkinson, pastor of the Waynesburg M. E. church. Mr. and Mrs. Milliken left on the 3 o'clock train for a short wedding trip, upon their return they will reside in Delphene. April 8, 1909 David Patterson David Patterson died at his home, near Brock, this county, Sunday afternoon, April 11, aged 30 years, of tuberculosis. Mr. Patterson was a son of Frank Patterson, of East Waynesburg, and was highly respected. He is survived by his wife and four children, also seven brothers and two sisters. The funeral services were held on Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock. INterment in Valley Chapel cemetery. April 15, 1909 That Burgess J. Harvey Zimmerman intends enforcing the law in regard to the speed of automobiles within the borough limits is evident, as he had five owners of automobiles brought before him Monday evening, for a hearing. They were fined $2 each and were informed that for the next offense the fine would be much greater. April 29, 1909 Mrs. Perry Ammons Mrs. Martha Ammons, widow of Perry Ammons, deceased, died at her home in Franklin township, Thursday, April 29, aged 52 years, of tuberculosis. Mrs. Ammons was a consistent member of the Methodist Protestant church and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She is survived by three children, Mrs. William Patton, of Waynesburg, and Mrs. Joseph Gordon and Arthur D. Ammons, at home. A brother, Arthur Donley, and a sister, Mrs. Ida Patterson, of Mt. Morris, also survive. The funeral services were held on Saturday at 1 o'clock, conducted by the Revs. O. W. Bolton and J. F. Dimit. Interment in the Muddy Creek cemetery. May 6, 1909 Mrs. George Crago Mrs. George Crago died at her home in Rice's Landing, Thursday morning, April 27, aged 60 years, of pneumonia. She was highly esteemed. Besides her husband she is survived by three sons and two daughters , Frank, Albert, John and Effie Crago, at home, and Mrs. Elijah Dukate, of Clarksville. The funeral was held on Saturday at 2 o'clock. Interment in Hewitt's cemetery. May 6, 1909 Ananias Conklin, a highly respected citizen, died at his home, near Blacksville, W. Va., Thursday, May 27, aged 66 years, of dropsy. He is survived by one son, who resides in West Virginia, also one brother, Henry Conklin, of Ohio, and two sisters, Misses Cassie and Lucinda, of Brocks, this county. The funeral was held on Saturday. Interment in Piles Burying ground. June 3, 1909 George W. Lemley, Sr. George W. Lemley, Sr., died at his fome, on South Cumberland street, Monday evening, May 31, aged 64 years, after a lingering illness. Mr. Lemley for several years was engaged in the livery business here, but of late he had devoted his time to heavy hauling. Besides his wife he is survived by one son, George Lemley, Jr., and one daughter, Mrs. Emma Christianson, both of Waynesburg. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. F.A. Bright, and Dr. J. C. Mead. Interment in Green Mount cemetery. June 3, 1909 On Sabbath afternoon, while Mrs. Melvin B. Patterson and her mother, Mrs. Shriver, were driving in a buggy along West Main street, one of the holding back straps broke, or became unfastened, causing the buggy to push against the horse and the animal ran away. When passing Judge Inghram's residence the buggy collided with a telephone pole and several men ran to the assistance of the ladies, catching the horse and helping them out of the vehicle. The horse had kicked furiously while it was running, Mrs. Patterson being struck near the knee by one of its hoofs, but fortunately she was not seriously injured. The buggy was badly damaged. Both ladies, after remaining for a short time at the Inghram residence were taken to their home on Wayne street in Dr. Harry Scott's automobile, accompanied by the latter and Dr. T. B. Hill. June 10, 1909 Throckmorton-Crouse In the Waynesburg Methodist church, Saturday morning, June 12, was solemnized the marriage of Mr. Samuel R. Throckmorton and Miss Alice Crouse, both of Rogersville. The ceremony was performed at 10 o'clock by the Rev. L. S. Wilkinson, in the presence of a few friends. Mr. and Mrs. Throckmorton left on the 11:20 train on a wedding trip and upon their return will reside in Uniontown. June 17, 1909 Lewis Lemley Lewis Lemley, a prominent farmer of Perry township, died at his home near Mt. Morris, Monday, June 14, aged 65 years, of tuberculosis. Mr. Lemley was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and was highly respected. His wife's death occurred several years ago, and the following children survive. Arthur, of Mt. Morris; Mrs. Smith Bowers, of near Mt. Morris, and Ray, Misses Martha, Sarah and Elva at home. The funeral was held on Wednesday. Interment in the Mt. Morris cemetery. June 17, 1909 Elias Headley Elias Headley, a well known and prominent citizen, died at his home in Richhill township, Friday, July 2, aged 87 years, of rheumatism, from which he had been suffering for several months. He was a member of the Methodist Protestant church and was highly respected. He is survived by his wife and four sons, Robert and M. P. Headley, of Waynesburg; Frank, of near Harveys and Gilbert, of Washington, Pa. The funeral was held on Sunday at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. W. H. Gladden, of Rogersville. Interment in the Fairview cemetery. July 8, 1909 Jonathan B. Willison Jonathan B. Willison, a most highly respected citizen, died at his home in Morrisville, Thursday evening, July 8, aged 72 years, after a few hours illness from heart trouble. Mr. Willison was widely known as an expert blacksmith, he having spent the greater part of his life at the blacksmith trade in Morrisville. He was a man of many sterling qualities, was kind hearted and generous, and most highly esteemed by all who know him. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. L. F. Milliken, of Rutan. The funeral services were held on Saturday at 2 p.m. and were conducted by the Rev. W. H. Gladden, of Rogersville. The Masonic order attended in a body. July 15, 1909 Alpheus Mapel Alpheus Mapel, an old and highly esteemed citizen and veteran of the Civil war, died at his home near Carmichaels, Pa., Tuesday evening, July 20, of tuberculosis. He was born Sept. 7, 1830, and was nearing the end of his 79th year. The greater part of his life was spent near Garards Fort, having removed to his late home about seven years ago. He served three years in the Civil war, in Co. E, 14th Regiment, Penna. Volunteer Cavalry. He united with the Goshen Baptist church in 1869 and for forty years was true and loyal to the church of his choice, living a consistent christian life in his walk and conversation. He was faithful in all the varied relations of life to his family, to his country and to his God, and has gone to receive his reward in a brighter and better world. In politics he was a firm supporter of the principles of the Republican party. He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Martha A. Shaffer, who died August 24, 1867. Of this union there is one son, Clark D. Mapel, who resides at Ceylon, Pa. Deceased was married January 1, 1870, to Miss Maria A. Long, who survives him, together with three children by this marriage, John H., of Carmichaels, Harry E. Mapel and Myrta A. Roberts, of Charleroi. He leaves also, three half-brothers and three half-sisters. Taylor Mapel, of Dunkard; John, of Maloy, Iowa, and Thomas, of Uniontown; Mrs. Margaret Huff, of Pittaburg; Amanda, of New York, and Mrs. Belle Core, of Etna, Pa. Brief funeral services were conducted at his home on Thursday, by Rev. H. G. McCool, pastor of the New Providence church, after which the remains were taken to the Baptist church, at Garards Fort, where a sermon was preached by his pastor, Rev. Burdette, of Morgantown. Interment in Garards Fort cemetery. The pall-bearers were nephews of deceased: Friend, Owen, Jesse and William Minor, Benjamin Mapel, Minor Williamson and Milton Baily. The honorary pall-bearers were army comrades: Eli Titus, James Neil, Otho Core, Houston Kerr, Frank Gwynne, John Evans, Russell Armstrong, Demas Shape and B. B. Evans. The first three were members of the same company with Mr. Mapel in the war. July 29, 1909 Mr. J. V. Marner Mrs. Matilda Mariner, wife of J. V. Marner, died at their home in Perry township, Tuesday morning, August 24, at 7 o'clock, aged 73 years. Mrs. Marner had been an invalid from rheumatism for twenty-two years and the greater part of that time she was confined to her room. She was a member of the Shannon Run M. E. church. Besides her husband she is survived by one son, Clerk of the Court W. O. Headlee, of Waynesburg. One brother and two sisters also survive, Joseph Headlee, of Greene township; Mrs. Eliza Hartley and Mrs. Elizabeth Shriver, of Perry township. The funeral was held on Wednesday at 12:30 o'clock. August 26, 1909 Gordon Wood, son of William Wood, of Franklin township, met with a serious accident on Wednesday evening of last week. He was assisting a force of workmen in repairing a telephone line near the residence of Jacob S. Patterson, in Whiteley township, and he had climbed to the top of an old pole to remove the wire, as the pole was to be replaced by a new one. Upon detaching the wirethe pole broke and he was precipitated into the road, a distance of twenty feet, and the pole fell on top of him. He was rendered unconscious and was carried by his companions to the home of Mr. Patterson and Dr. L. S. McNeely, of Kirby, summoned, who rendered medical attention. He was severely bruised upon the left side of his face and body, his eye, shoulder and knee being the most seriously injured. Fortunately there were no fractured bones or internal injuries, as at first feared. Mr. Wood has been a student of Waynesburg College for the past year or two and we are sorry to learn of his accident. August 26, 1909 Mrs. Harry Baily, of South Washington street, and her sister, Mrs. Charles E. Horne met with a slight accident on Friday. They were driving near the double bridge, east of town and in making a sharp turn in the road the buggy was upset. Mrs. Horne was considerably bruised but Mrs. Baily escaped uninjured. September 2, 1909 Professor and Mrs. C. E. Horne will leave this week for Denver, Colo., where the former has been elected to the chair of mathematics in Westminster College. Professor Horne is a graduate of Waynesburg College and also the Chicago University. He spent one year in special study in Germany, and is well fitted for the position. September 2, 1909 Born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter C. Montgomery, Saturday morning, September 4, a daughter. September 9, 1909 Mrs. William Huffman (From our Ninevah Correspondent) Mrs. Margaret Stewart Huffman, wife of William Huffman, died at their home, near Time, this county, at 3 o'clock on Saturday afternoon, September 4, after a lingering illness, of a complication of diseases. Mrs. Huffman was aged 77 years, 9 months and 3 days. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stewart, of Oak Forest and was born February 6, 1832. She wa sunited in marriage with William Huffman, of Oak Forest, Oct. 11, 1849. She had been in failing health for several years and had been seriously ill for several months and her death was not unexpected. She had been a faithful member of the Union Valley M. P. church for many years and was loved and respected by all her friends and acquaintances. Mrs. Huffman was a patient sufferer and bore her afflication with christian fortitude, knowing that "our light afflication, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory." Besides her aged companion she is survived by eight daughters and two sons: Mrs. Kate Breese, Mrs. Jane Porter, Mrs. Sidney Wise and Mrs. minnie Ealy, of Time; Mrs. Belle Jenkins of Pittsburg; Misses Ada, Flora and Ella Huffman, at home; Joseph Huffman, of Ninevah, and Richard Huffman, of Time. One son, William Huffman, died December 20, 1895. She also leaves four sisters: Mrs. Maria Brown, Mrs. Ellen Ullom and Miss Mary Stewart, all of Monroe county, Ohio, and Mrs. Sidney Stewart Huffman, of Oak Forest. The funeral services were held in the Union Valley M. P. church at 2 o'clock on Monday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. A. Rush. The interment was made in the Union Valley cemetery. September 9, 1909 Mrs. Catherine Conklin Mrs. Catherine Conklin, one of the oldest residents of Morris township, Washington county, died at the home of her son, William Conklin, of near Sparta, Monday evening, September 6, aged 91 years, after a short illness. Mrs. Conklin, whose maiden name was Catherine Ross, was born and reared in this county and was united in marriage with William Conklin on March 2, 1838, who died in 1880. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Methodist Episcopal church and always took a great interest in all church work. Despite the fact that Mrs. Conklin was nearing the century mark she was active and spent a great part of her time in drivng and reading. She retained all her faculties until the last and before her death made all arrangements for her funeral and the disposition of her business affairs. She was most highly esteemed by all her many friends. Five children survive: Mrs. Phoebe J. Meek, of Ruffs Creek; Mrs. Ophelia B. McClain, of Bristoria; Mrs. Iva Mann, of Danville, Ill.; W. A. Conklin, of Sparta, Pa., and Ross M. Conklin, of Oklahoma. The funeral was held on Wednesday, at 10 o'clock. Interment in the Prosperity cemetery. September 9, 1909 Mrs. James L. Patterson Mrs. Ida L. Patterson, wife of James Patterson, died at their home, near Mt. Morris, Thursday, September 9, aged 45 years. Her death was due to a complication of diseases. Mrs. Patterson was a daughter of William Donley, of Mt. Morris, and was a most excellent woman, who was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. Beside her husband and father she is survived by one daughter, Miss Mary Patterson, at home. One brother, Arthur Donley, of near Mt. Morris, the last of a family of ten children, also survives. The funeral services were held on Saturday at 10 o'clock. Interment in the cemetery at Carmichaels. September 16, 1909 Guseman-Crago Mr. Franklin H. Guseman and Miss Elizabeth E. Crago, both of Rices Landing, were united in marriage at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. J. C. McMinn, of Jefferson, Wednesday, September 22. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Crago and is an esteemed young woman. The groom is a son of James Guseman and is employed in Rices Landing. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the groom's parents, in the evening. September 30, 1909 Kuhn-Crouse At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Crouse, of Dunn's Station, Saturday evening, September 25, Miss Blanche M. Crouse and Mr. Edward G. Kuhn, of Center township were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed at 7 o'clock, by the Rev. F. A. Bright, pastor of the Waynesburg Christian church, in the presence of the immediate friends and relatives. The attendants were Miss Mattie Stephens and Mr. Ira Tustin. Misses Lida Crouse and Jean Conger acted as ribbon bearers. The wedding march was played by Mrs. A. A. Crouse. Following the ceremony a wedding supper was served. The bride is an esteemed young lady. The groom is a prosperous young farmer. Mr. and Mrs. Kuhn will reside in Oak Forest. September 30, 1909 Burgess J. H. Zimmerman returned on Tuesday from a trip to New York city, where he attended the Hudson-Fulton celebration, and at Wilkes-Barre, Pa., where he was a delegate from the Waynesburg Lodge to the National Convention of the National Protective Legion. At the latter he was honored by being placed upon the salary and constitution revision committees. He reports that the crowd at New York was immense and the part of the celebration he witnessed was fine. September 30, 1909 Sad Death of Young Girl Miss Bernice Conklin Fatally Injured by Falling Upon a Knife May Greene County people will learn with sorrow of the tragic death of Miss Bernice Conklin, daughter of James Conklin, formerly of Wayne township, this county, and a granddaughter of ex-Commissioner Henry Conklin. From the Fairmont Times of last Thursday we take the following: Miss Bernice Conklin, aged 13, a bright young student at the Fairmont High school, stumbled on a boardwalk at her home on High street, last evening, at 5:30 o'clock, and a sharp knife that she was carrying in her hand entered her chest and pierced her heart. Although mortally wounded the young girl regained her feet and staggered across the yard. A stream of blood flowed from her injury and every moment was bringing her end nearer. The brave little girl realized the fact that she had received a fatal injury, but with her last strength she tried to reach the side of her mother who was in the kitchen of the house. "Mother," she cried faintly from the yard, "Mother, I am dying." And with this she fell to the ground, unconscious. Long before Doctors Sands and Fitch arrived she had expired and her body was borne tenderly into the house. The affair was one of the most pitiful that has ever occurred in this city and a gloom was cast over the entire city as the news spread rapidly. A great pool of blood was found where the body lay and this gave mute evidence of the fact that the knife had severed an artery. The young lady had been asked by her mother, Mrs. James Conklin, to go into the garden and gather some pumpkins. She was given a paring knife to cut the stems and as she walked down the boardwalk she carried the knife in front of her. Her sister, Miss Goldie Conklin, was in the yard at the time. In some manner, the unfortunate girl caught her foot on the walk and she was thrown to the ground in a violent manner. She fell fairly upon the knife, which entered her left breast. Miss Conklin was the daughter of Mrs. James Conklin and she is survived by her mother, two sisters, Mrs. Charles Hough and Miss Goldie Conklin, and one brother, Earl Conklin. Miss Bernice was 13 years of age on September 17. She was considered a very bright child, and a month ago entered the high school as a member of the first year class, she having graduated from the public schools last spring. She was a sweet, lovable child and her cruel death will come as a severe shock to her numerous friends throughout the city. October 7, 1909 Rose-Lemley Mr. Walter B. Rose and Miss Ethel Lemley, both of Mt. Morris, were united in marriage at the Blair hotel, Wednesday, October 6, by the Rev. Dr. A. S. Kelley, pastor of the Waynesburg Baptist church. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Lemley and is an estimable young woman. The groom is a well to do young carpenter. Mr. and Mrs. Rose left on the 3:10 train on a wedding trip. Upon their return they will reside in Mt. Morris. October