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The Marshall County Republican, Henry, IL - January
24, 1867
- Mrs. Phebe (Johnson) White for many years a
resident of Whitefield township, was married recently at Minonk to a Mr.
McClure, a farmer said to be well-off. Mr. White her first husband went
to California to seek a fortune and died there as of 2 years ago. Mrs.
McC. has our best wishes.
The Henry Republican, Henry, IL - October 13,
1870
- Married At Metamora by Rev. Jas. M. Berry, John W.
Burdette of Peoria and Miss Annie Robert of Metamora
The Henry Republican, Henry, IL - December 14,
1871
- Married in Washburn, by Rev. James, Robert Barton
and Mary J. Redden, both of this county (Marshall).
The Henry Republican - April 9, 1874
- Married In El Paso, March 25, by Rev. G. N.E. ,
Harvey Wilson of Lacon and Miss Mary E. Scott of E.
The Henry Republican - August 9, 1877
- Married at Lacon, August 2, at the residence of J.
E. Ong, Esq., by Rev. J. P. Agenbroad, Dr. A. S. Hayes of Minonk and
Miss Jennie A. Ong of L.
The Henry Republican - September 13, 1877
- In Belle Plain township, William Boon of Richland
and Miss Maggie L. McClure of Washburn.
The Henry Republican - July 25, 1878
- Married at Caledonia, Putnam county, by Rev.
Porter, Dr. E. A. Wilcox of Minonk, late state senator of the 20th
legislative district, and Miss Victory Boyle of C.
The Henry Republican - March 3, 1881
- Married at Lacon, Feb. 22, by Ira Norris, Esq.,
Chas. Hoshor of Woodford county, and Miss Ella Amanda Seward of
Lacon.
- The Henry Republican - March 3, 1881 - At
Cazenovia, Woodford county, Feb. 16, by Rev. Wilson, John Clark of
Eureka, and Miss Alice Gilpin, sister of A. L. Gilpin of this
city.
The Henry Republican - March 10, 1881
- Married at Metamora, Woodford county, March 1, by
Rev. Eli McClish, Clint G. Ford and Miss Littie Foster, both of
Breyer's dramatic company.
- Clint G. Ford, late of the Lacon Democrat and Miss
Lottie Foster, were married at Metamora recently. Both are traveling
with Breyer's dramatic company. Clint is a star in his specialties
and Miss Foster is a general favorite with the public and both are the
leading actors in the troupe referred to above.
The Henry Republican - February 9, 1882
- Married At Lacon, Feb. 2, at the residence of the
bride's parents, by Rev. Blair, Frank Mau of Washburn, and Miss Carrie,
daughter of August Frede, the shoemaker.
The Washburn Leader - 21 Feb 1907 (courtesy Barb
Darling) Washburn Leader, Front Page
Baker-Combes
- On Thursday last week at 10 am the nuptials of Mr.
Albert Baker and Miss Loney Combes were celebrated. The wedding occurred
at the ME Church Parsonage, the pastor officiating. They were attended
by Mr. Edward Wood and Miss Dora Koch. Immediately after the ceremony,
they left for a brief visit with relatives in Galesburg. Mr. Baker is
from Indianapolis. During his three years in this community he has
sustained a good reputation for industry and integrity. His fair bride
is a young lady of many excellent charms, fully attested by a host of
warm friends. They will reside on a farm near Toluca. The Leader with
many friends extends them warm wishes.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 25,
1882
Cannon-Donahue
- Monday, February 20, 1882, by Rev. Father O'Kelly,
at his residence in El Paso, Douglas Cannon and Miss Ellen Donahue,
daughter of Dan Donahue, of Gridley, Ill. We have known this young
couple so long that the memory of man reunneth not to the contrary, and
although we cannot extend to them the hand of fellowship and welcome
them into the matrimonial state, not being in that realm, ourselves, we
wish them a bright, happy and prosperous future.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 25,
1882
- J. L. Causey, at one time a merchant in Secor, and
well and favorable known in this county, now doing business in Streator;
was married, last week to Mrs. Clara Goodie, of Cleveland, Ohio.
The Minonk Journal - Saturday May 31, 1884
Hopkins-Hymer
At the residence of the brides mother, in Afton,
Iowa, Thursday evening, May 15th. Rev. J. T. Hopkins of El Paso, Ill.
and Miss May I. Hymer, of Afton, Rev. J. B. Wetty
officiating.
The groom is a graduate of Parson college,
Fairfield, in the class of '81 and in April last received a diploma from
the Presbyterian Theological Seminary located at Chicago. He at once
accepted an ;invitation to El Paso where he has since been engaged in
ministerial labors.
Miss Mymer has been connected with the Afton
schools for the last two years and is classed with the successful
teachers. Having grown up from childhood where she has many warm friends
who regret that her future home is to be in another state.
After a beautiful re past and a pleasant social
hour, the company dispersed and at 11:45 the two who had taken upon
themselves the solemn duties of husband and wife, departed for Chicago,
where they will spend a few days, then proceed to their new home in El
Paso. That as many of life's blessings as usually fall to mortale may be
their share, is the wish of their many friends, among whom is the
Reporter - Every Sunday Morning Creston, Iowa.
The Minonk Journal - June 24, 1882
Wednesday evening, at the St. Matthew's Episcopal
church was solemnized the wedding ceremony uniting the lives of Mr.
Clarence Alcott and Miss Emma Beard, two most estimable young people of
this city. Mr. Alcott is an industrious young machanic (sic) working in
the finishing department of Geo. Brand's furniture manufactory on Front
street. Miss Beard is the daughter of Mr. Thomas Beard, a miller
formerly of the firm of Beard & Johnson, and is a most excellent you
lady, a fine singer and player and organist at the Episcopal church.
Both of the young people are members of the church in which they were
married by the pastor, Rev. S. P. Simpson. After their marriage they
left the city for a short wedding tour, and on returning will begin
housekeeping at the home of Mr. Alcott's parents (Pantagraph)
Miss
Beard has many friends in El Paso, where at one time she resided, who
will unite with the Journal in wishing this young couple a most happy
future.
The Minonk Journal - Saturday June 17,
1882
- Married at the residence of the bride's parents,
Mr. and Mrs. John Simpson, five miles northeast of El Paso, Thursday
eve., May 8th, Mr. Chas. Fordyee and Miss Marie Gray.
The ceremony was performed in the presence of a
large circle of relatives and friends, by the Rev. Birch, shortly after
six o'clock. The bride was attired in ashes of roses silk and natural
flowers, and was attended by Miss Minnie Loomis, of Decatur. The groom
was dressed in the customary color, black, and was attended by Mr. Geo.
M. Holferty, of Eureka.
The ceremony and congratulations over, attention
was given to the disposing of the feast of good things, prepared for the
occasion. After supper the remainder of the evening was agreeably spent
in conversation interspersed with music.
The presents were numerous,
handsome and useful. The following is a list: Pair linen table cloths
and tureen, from bride's mother; set silver tea spoons, Mr. and Mrs. M.
A. Fordyee; tea tray, Rev. Birch and wife; glass tea set, Mr. A. W.
Shepard and wife; tea set and fruit dish, neatly engraved with bride's
and groom's name, Mrs. Kingdon and daughter; glass fruit dish, Lena
Fordyee; pair of linen towels, Mrs. Theo. Gray, stereoscope and views,
also elegant bound copy of "The great events of our past century," Chas.
Fordyee to bride; box of handkerchiefs, Minnie Loomis, copy of "Lucile,"
Geo. M. Halferty; glass honey dish, Alva and Lizzie Jaynes; pickle dish,
Vertie and Annie Simpson; pickle castor, F. Guard, handsome bouquet,
Blanche Cloud; glass water pitcher, Thos. Simpson, set goblets, Willie
Simpson; tea set, Mr. Lollis and wife and Mr. Robinson and wife.
Mr. Fordyee has just finished a course at the
Normal University, carrying off a diploma at the last commencement of
that institution. The happy couple left on the morning train last
Saturday to remain a week. They have our best wishes for success in
their journey through life.
- On Wednesday night June 7th, Miss Minnie Potthoff,
daughter of Squire Potthoff, of Peoria, was married to Fred Greiner, a
commercial traveler. Mr. Greiner is well known by many citizens of El
Paso where he at one time lived.
Double Knot
- A double wedding occurred Wednesday, June 7th at
the residence of Chas. Kettelle, a prominent lawyer formerly of
Metamora, now of Chicago. The parties were Frank Kettelle and Miss
Nevore, and George McConnell and Miss Abie Kettelle. Frank Kettelle is a
commercial traveler, and frequently visits El Paso.
The Minonk Journal - Saturday May 6, 1882
Golden Wedding
Rev. and Mrs. S. G. J. Worthington on last
Wednesday evening, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage
by an elegant reception, held at their residence in this city. Father
Worthington was joined in wedlock to Miss Mary Jane Hedges on May 3,
1832, since which time he has been a faithful minister of the M. E.
church, and his wife a constant help and co-worker. The couple are
widely known throughout this section of the State, Father Worthington
having several times served as presiding elder, and has filled many
important charges during his long and active ministry.
About 300 invitations were issued and the
attendance was very large. Exercises were commenced by Rev. F. M.
Chaffee, P. E. Normal district, who in a very happy manner presented an
address from the ministers connected with his district. He was followed
by Mr. G. E. Hubbell, a son-in-law of the host, who read an original and
appropriate poem. Father Worthington responded in a very neat and
affecting speech, after which a quartette sang "Only Waiting," Prayer
was then offered by Rev. C. Springer. The company then partook of an
elegant and bountiful repast
The presents were numerous and valuable, consisting
of many beautiful gold articles and a large amount of gold coin, in all
valued at several hundred dollars.
Among the many present we notice the following:
Hon. N. E. Worthington and family, Peoria, Mr. George E. Hubbell and
wife, nee Worthington, Davenport, Iowa; Mrs. Van Alstine and family,
Spring Lake, Ill., S. H. Worthington and family, El Paso; Miss Emma
Worthington, Miss Lela Coats, Rev. P. W. Chaffee, presiding elder Normal
district; Rev. J. F. James, Cropsey, Ill.; Rev. H. C. Birch, Gridley,
Rev. W. R. Wiley, Manito; Rev. C. H. Botkin, Deer Creek, Rev. C.
Springer, Piper City; Rev. A. L. Morse, Graymont; Rev. F. H. Cummings,
El Paso; Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Park, Normal, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. Frank
Tucker, Eureka; Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Ward, Eureka; Mrs. Chas. H. Moore,
Caldwell, Kansas.
The hour of midnight had long passed when, with a
hearty "God bless you" from the host and hostess, and with the best
wishes from those present, that the sunset of life for Father
Worthington and his helpmate might be crowned with blessings and
comfort, the guests took their departure.
The Minonk Journal - March 4, 1882
The wedding which took place in Secor last Thursday
evening was one of the most brilliant that ever took place in that
prosperous little village. The prominence of the high contracting
parties, Mr. Henry L. Steward and Miss Etta Nofsinger, and all
interested made the occasion of more than ordinary interest. The
ceremony was performed in the Christian church which had been previously
prepared for the happy occasion. At precisely 8 p.m. the bride, attended
by Misses Ella Collins, Carrie Cummins and Maggie Baird, and the groom
attended by Messrs. Jay Robeson, Charles Stewart (brother of the groom)
and W. F. Watkins, marched up the aisles and stood before the altar
where Prof. James Kirk performed the usual impressive ceremony and
pronounced them man and wife, after which the invited guests repaired to
the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Nofsinger, where
the large assemblage, numbering abut one hundred, sat down to a supper
which surpassed anything ever spread before the people of Secor. After
supper the guests were invited into the parlors, where the happy couple
received the congratulations of their many friends. Mr. S. B. Pool, in
behalf of the donors, then presented to the newly married couple a long
list of handsome and valuable presents, which is hereto subjoined. It
was a most pleasant affair for all in attendance, and the manner in
which the evening was passed does credit to Mr. Nofsinger and family.
The Journal extends its hearty congratulations to the happy couple and
wishes them a joyous and prosperous life.
The presents were: 56 pieces china ware, Mr. L.
Nofsinger; what-not, Mrs. C. J. Nofsinger; fine linen table cloth, L. L.
Weisel, Peoria; ivory and satin fan, Gage Bros., Chicago; pin cushion
pillow and sheet shames, Mrs. B. Saxton; silver pickle castor, Mrs. Dr.
Ross and daughter Alice, Peoria; fancy silk and lace shopping bag, Miss
Nannie Jamison, Quincy; set ivory-handled table knives, Adolph
Nofsinger; set glassware, Misses Sarah and Ella Collins; set silver
knives and forks, Charles Stewart; set silver tea spoons, J. E. Saxton;
silver caster, C. A. Nofsinger; book of poems, J. P. Sidwell, Chicago;
silver breakfast castor, Mr. and Mrs. Amos and W. E. and Mrs. S. B.
Pool; ornamented lamp, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stewart; glass butter dish,
Mr. and Mrs. A. Horn; glass bread plate, Miss Anna Wilkerson; glass
fruit dish, Ross Polhemus; fancy toilet set, Mr. and Mrs. E. L.
Hereford; set glass goblets, Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Enyart; bouquet flowers,
Miss Kate Saxton, Peoria; glass fruit dish, Mr. and Mrs. James Collins;
fancy breakfast cap, Mrs. Nettie West, Chicago; glass berry dish, Mr.
and Mrs. Tribbey and daughter Minnie, set solid silver tea spoons, Mr.
and Mrs. R. L. Sidwell, Chicago; set goblets and table cloth, Ed and
Miss Mary Dierking; one dozen napkins, Miss Emma Harseim; parlor lamp,
E. J. Harseim; silver caster, Miss Ida Schafer, El Paso; glass toilet
set, Mr. and Mrs. Letcher Nofsinger, Roanoke; silver berry dish, Mr. and
Mrs. C. F. Stewart, Chicago; berry spoon, Miss Maggie Baird, Eureka;
glass berry dish, Miss Ida Wright; set jelly dishes, Miss Carrie
Harseim; pair individual silver salts, Miss Sallie Gassner and mother;
set glassware, Jay and Miss Stella Robeson; silver spoon-holder, Mr. and
Mrs. O. G. Merrill, Chicago; silver butter knife, Miss Ida Cannon; set
silver tea spoons, groom's mother; ornamented fruit stand, Misses Eva
and Dora Richardson; vase, Alonzo Brown; pair vases, F. M. and Miss Ida
Richardson, Pontiac; gold bronze library lamp, H. J. Tegtmeyer; glass
bread plate, Miss Hattie Taylor; bed spread, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Heineke;
towel rack with mirror, Miss Mary Harseim.
Married, at the residence of the bride's parents,
three and one-half miles southwest of Benson, Ill., Wednesday, march
1st, Calvin E. Hoff, of Roanoke, and Miss Ann Peterson, of East Linn. At
7 p.m. the happy couple took their places on the floor, accompanied by
Mr. James Huxtable and Lewis Peterson, brother of the bride, and Misses
Norry Peterson, sister of the bride, and Flora Ray, of Flanagan. After
the ceremony was performed congratulations were in order. The bride and
groom are both well known in this vicinity and highly respected by all.
We feel assured that theirs will be a happy life. The wedding supper was
a credit to the family, and all the substantial, delicacies, as well as
the luxuries, were spread before the large assemblage. After supper the
evening was passed very pleasantly, and at a late hour the guests
departed, leaving their best wishes for Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Hoff. The
JOURNAL extends to the happy couple its congratulations and wished them
a bright, happy and prosperous future. A list of the presents is
subjoined herto.:
Fine large bible, bride's parents; set chairs and
bed-stead, Mrs. Sallie Peterson; set silver tea spoons, Chas.
Peterson; syrup can, N. F. Peterson; two pickle dished, Simon
Peterson; glass pitcher, Lewis Peterson; clock, Mr. and Mrs. Phil
Peterson; fine parlor lamp, Mrs. Ella Peterson; lamp mat, Jennie
Jeter; two glass fruit dishes, Mr. and Mrs. Jeter; glass set, Bertie
Peterson, glass fruit dish, Mrs. Geo. Tollman of Hoopeston; blue and
white fringed bed spread, Wm. Tollman; fruit dish, Alice Tollman;
silver salt caster, Lewis Fartner, Hoopeston; six towels, Hattie
Tollman; worked tidy, Nettie Fartner, New Jersey; set pillow slips,
Miss Mary Fartner; one dozen saucers, Miss Eva Oltmann; bread plate,
Mrs. Geo. Oltmann; silver wine cup, Fred Oltmann; two glass dessert
dishes, Mrs. Susan Ray; one ?, dozen linen napkins, Jno. Ray; silver
tea pot, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Huxtable; silver tea pot, Mr. and Mrs. Jno.
Huxtable; silver syrup can, Miss Mattie Huxtable; camel's hair clothes
duster, with gold handle and silver ring, Tommy Huxtable; Japanese tea
set, H. S. Brubaker and S. Tool; two velvet picture frames, Sauer
& Holland; silver pickle caster, Mrs. A. W. Forney and son -
Alfred; glass pitcher, Sherry Leonard; glass ink stand, Miss Emily
Fry; set silver table spoons, C. A. Nofsinger; fruit dish, Nettie
Tanninger; silver napkins rings, A. F. Marshal; silver napkin rings,
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rutz; silver napkin rings, Etta Nofsinger; fine
bronze toilet set, Mrs. D. Duttarer and daughter, Peoria; set knives
and forks, S. Nofsinger and lady; fine bronze lamp, Mrs. Livingston;
fine bronze lamp, Chas. and Carrie Farely; celluloid toilet set in
morocco case, Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Coleman; glass set, B. W. Deaton;
cake stand, Flora ?, glass pitcher, J. Maxwell; one half-dozen
saucers, Alice M. Tribbey; tulip basket, Dana Betz; worked tidy, Miss
Hattie Betz; two towels, Mrs. Betz; fine table cloth, T. F. Meineman;
one dozen linen napkins, El Williams; linen table cloth, Mrs.
Williams; linen table cloth, Mrs. Wm. McCord; toilet set, Miss Lucia
Martin, Lacon; napkins, Miss Anna Mochow; one dozen goblets, Mr. and
Mrs. R. M. Martin, Peoria; sliver vases, Miss Flora Ray; silver
dollar, Mrs. J. W. Coleman.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday March 25,
1882
Mr. Charles Metzger and Miss Liona Diseon were
married at Bloomington, Tuesday. The happy young people start in the
voyage of life with the best wishes of friends for their continued
health and happiness.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 11,
1882
- Married at the Catholic church, Miss M. Noirot to
Mr. Joseph Snyder. The bride was charming in a echru brocaded silk with
customary veil and orange blossoms. The happy couple go to house keeping
at once.
- Cupid's Captives - Hanley Warner, of El Paso, and
Miss Nellie R. Barrga, of Farmdale, were joined in wedlock in this city
(El Paso) on the 5th inst., Rev. A. A. Stevens officiating. The bride is
19 and the groom 22 years of age. - Peoria Transcript. One by one they
leave us. Hanley is a good boy. We know that, for he got part of his
early training in this office. Mr. and Mrs. Warner will please accept
our congratulations.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday February 25,
1882
Nelven R. Cavan and Miss Elizabeth E. Bowman;
Theophil Herbst and Miss Rebecca Mincosinwitz; Wm. House and Miss Ollie
White; Adam J. Smizer and Miss Catharine Baker; John Hawkins and Miss
Theresa Koempel; Douglass A. Cannon and Miss Ellen M. Donahue; Hermann
Rickert and Miss Ida May; George H. Culver and Miss Lottie L. Marsh;
James H. Sueed and Miss Minnie M. Lewis; Edgar T. Cannon and Miss Lydia
E. Bloodsworth, and Wm. Smith and Miss Emma Clauden, are candidates for
matrimonial honors.
The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, April 22,
1882
- Married by Police Magistrate Giehl, on Monday the
17th, Mr. Jason T. Corwin and Miss Jennie Robbin, both of Washington. We
wish the young couple much joy.
- Married - on Tuesday evening, the 19th inst., at
the residence of the bride, Mrs. Anna Shaffer to Mr. Sam Williamson of
Ohio.
- Married at Brooklyn, New York on Wednesday, April
11, 1882 by Rev. Cookman, Mr. George S. Fiske of Brooklyn, and Miss
Louisa Hamilton, daughter of R. L. Hamilton, of Minonk. Mr. Fiske is
with the elevated railway. They will reside at Willow Place, Brooklyn
where he has a residence splendidly furnished.
The Washburn Leader - December 11, 1902
- At the Methodist parsonage Dec. 6, 1902, at 6:30
p.m. by Rev. G. L. Taylor, Frank Harmon and Ruby Tweddale, were united
in wedlock. The friends of the young couple wish them many years of
uninterrupted happiness.
- On Dec. 10, 1902, at six o'clock in the evening,
at the home of the bride's father, W. Henry Smith, who resides a short
distance East of Washburn, Mr. Robert W. Irvins and Miss Jessie L.
Smith. Rev. G. L. Taylor, pronouncing the magic words that made them
husband and wife. Mr. and Mrs. Irvins, will make their future home near
Cazenovia, where Mr. Irvins will engage in farming. Their many friends
wish them success in life.
Marriage License
- Oren Eikin, Kansas tp - Millie White, Montgomery
tp
- John Peters, Peoria -- Marie Busman, Peoria
- Charles E. Sands, Peoria - Mabel Kathum,
Peoria
- George N. Stevens, Lowpoint - Coila E.
Lichtenberger, Eureka
- Hughs Pritchard, Washburn - Edith Safford,
Washburn
- Delard Carlock, Carlock - Edith Trunnell,
Palestine
- Henry Petri, Hollis - Charlotte Vedel,
Roanoke
- Menno S. Klopfenstein, Panola tp - Ella J. Roth,
Panola tp
- Peter J. Jusseman (Husseman?), Roanoke tp - Anna
Rankins, Washburn
- Percival A. Fisher, Roanoke - Osea M. Irvins,
Lowpoint
- Henry Bachman, Cazenovia - Emma Spies,
Metamora
The Washburn Leader - December 18, 1902
- The marriage of Miss Elsi Blackmon and Mr. Thomas
Parkins, took place, yesterday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock, at the home of
the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Blackmon. Elder J. W. Kilborn
performed the ceremony, immediately after which all were invited to the
dining room where most tempting repast was awaiting them
The bride was attired in a beautiful white dress
and carried a large bouquet of white carnations while the groom wore the
usual black.
Miss Elsi has for some time past been the pleasant
and much admired clerk at Martini's store, and in addition, to a
beautiful disposition, possesses a frankness of manner and speech that
is decidedly winning her all times. All who know her are her friends.
She has the sturdy qualities of a farmer's wife, which has always been
her ambition, and her many friends are more than pleased at the bright
prospect for her future.
The groom is the only son of Mrs. E. Parkins and is
an honest and thorough young man, who has assisted his mother in caring
for their farm for some time and though young in years, he is old in the
experience of farm life. He is a young man the bride could have no
scruples in placing her future with, and the prospects for a happy and
congenial companionship of these young people, is pleasant
indeed.
The newly wedded pair went directly to the home of
the groom's mother, where they will make their home and conduct the work
of the farm this year.
The Leader joins their many friends in wishing them
a long life of happiness and prosperity.
Marriage License
- Albert J. Ewen, Minonk - Gertje Kleen,
Minonk
- Edward Kaps, Peoria - Paulina Mitzefelt,
Peoria
- Robert W. Irvins, Cazenovia tp - Jessie I. Smith,
Cazenovia tp
- Oliver A. Tucker, Marchall co - Geneva Martin,
Minonk
Minonk News Supplement, Minonk, Woodford Co, Illinois
- Friday, February 15, 1895 (contributed by Amy Robbins-Tjaden )
- Mr Wert Folkers and Miss Lizzie Johnson were
united in marriage at the Lutheran church, Thursday, February 14th,
1895, Rev. Ficken officiating. After the ceremony the guests were served
with an elegant wedding dinner at the residence of the groom's parents,
Mr and Mrs Charles Folkers. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs
Wilke Johnson, living 2 miles south of this place. These young people
are well and favorably known in these parts, and ye scribe joins with
their many friends in wishing them much happiness. The groom has rented
a farm near Woodford, where they will be at home to their friends in the
near future. A grand free ball was given in the hall in the
evening.
February 22, 1942 - Unknown newspaper (possibly The
Bloomington Pantagraph)
El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. James B. Reeves
announced Sunday the marriage of their eldest daughter, Loretta, to Cpl.
Francis O'Rourke, Ft. Lewis, Wash. He is a son of Mrs. Mary O'Rourke,
Downs. The wedding took place feb. 14 at St. Michael's church, Olympia,
Wash., the Rev. Fr. M. P. Dwyer officiating. Miss Ruth Johnston and Pvt. 1
Cl. Patrick O'Rourke, brother of the bridegroom were attendants. Miss
Reeves wore a silk jersey printed frock with black accessories and a
gardenia corsage. The bride graduated from El Paso Township high school
and the bridegroom from Downs high school. They will live at Ft. Lewis,
where Mr. O'Rourke is stationed and his bride has
employment.
February 1942 - Unknown newspaper (possibly The
Bloomington Pantagraph)
Announcement has been made of the marriage of
Miss Arline Hocke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Williams, 1225 East
Oakland avenue, to Dick Dunmire, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Dunmire of El
Paso. The ceremony took place Jan. 21 in St. Louis, Mo.
March 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The
Bloomington Pantagraph)
El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. James Kirby Wednesday
announced the engagement of their daughter, Violet, to Robert Wadsworth,
son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wadsworth. The wedding will be held April 30
(1942).
July 2, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington
Pantagraph)
El Paso - Miss Maxine Evans of Springfield, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Greeley Evans of Evening Shade, Ark., and Paul Meador, son of Mr.
and Mrs. Wilbur Meador of Gridley were married at 4 p.m. Sunday at
Kirkwood, Mo. They were accompanied by the bridegroom's brother, Sergt.
Joseph A. Meador, now at Will Rogers field, Oklahoma City, Okla. The cuple
returned to El Paso Monday. For the present they are living with the
bridegoom's parents east of town. Mr. Meador is employed by the Pfister
Hybrid seed Corn company.
July 2, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly
The Bloomington Pantagraph)
El Paso - In a ceremony Sunday afternoon at
the First Church of God parsonage in Bloomington, Miss Maxine Lewis,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Lewis became the bride of Russell Dodson,
son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson of Gridley. The Rev. William J. Parker
performed the single ring ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Grimes were the
attendants and Barbara Ann Herrin was the flower girl. The bride is a
graduate of El Paso high school. The bridegroom is a graduate of Gridley
high school and attended Illinois State Normal university. After a short
trip to St. Louis the couple will be at home on a farm south of
Gridley.
August 19, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The
Bloomington Pantagraph)
El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. Vivian Ball had
announced Friday the marriage of their daughter, Barbara, to Corp. John
Volk, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Volk of El Paso at Reno, Nev., Aug. 3.
They will live in San Francisco where he is stationed at a camp. They
graduated from El Paso Township high school in 1937 and the groom was
employed as a gas station attendant until his induction in the army. The
bride was employed at the telephone office here.
El Paso Journal, January, 1892
Married. Last Friday morning
Dec. 23, Mr. Chas. Perry and Miss Cora Johns, daughter of Alderman O.
Johns, boarded the Illinois Central train for Bloomington, where they were
married by Rev. Kane, pastor of the Presbyterian church. The newly
married pair returned on the noon train, when they duly "fessed up". On
Wednesday morning of this week, Mr. and Mrs. Perry started for Big Timber,
Montana, where Mr. Perry is engaged in the blacksmithing business. The
trip was made via Chicago and Minneapolis. The bride and groom were both
raised in this city, and are followed to their western home by the good
wishes of their friends.
Married Yesterday (Married February 12, 1913, contributed by Virgil
Whitaker)
Remmer M. Fischer, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Meinert Fischer of Benson, and Miss Minnie Timmerman, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. John Timmerman of Minonk Township, were married on Wednesday
afternoon, Feb. 12, 1913, by Rev. Theo. Kettelhut at St. Paul’s parsonage.
The bridal couple was attended by Jacob Fischer, brother of the groom, and
Miss Hannah Timmerman, sister of the bride. The young couple is quite
popular and highly respected in this community and will make their home on
a farm two miles west of Benson. The Dispatch extends congratulations.
(Unknown newspaper)
Metamora Herald - March 16, 1931
Miss Emma Schafer and Chris Frank
Wed
Miss Emma R. Schafer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Schafer of
Roanoke and Chris A. Frank of Morton were married Saturday morning March
10, by the Rev. B. G. Carpenter at his home, 505 North street,
Peoria. Miss Irene Frank, the bride-groom's sister and Edwin
Schafer, the bride's brother were attendants. Mr. and Mrs. Frank
left in the afternoon for Florida from where they will go to California on
a month's trip.
Metamora Herald - March 16, 1931
Eureka Minister and Wife Wedded 50
Years
The Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Rosborough of Eureka celebrated their
golden wedding anniversary Friday. A reception was held at Lida's
Wood in the afternoon with a program of songs, talks and readings.
They
were married in Lawrence county, Illinois, March 9, 1884. Mrs.
Rosborough was Miss Clara Correll. They came to Eureka in 1913 to
educate their children. Mr. Rosborough has been in the ministry for
45 years. He has held pastorates in Centralia, Clinton, Salem,
Chicago and numberous small towns.
There are five children and nine
grandchildren. The children are: O. O. and Dr. Paul, Chicago;
Mrs. Mary Baer, Kentland, Ind.; Miss Jean, New York City, and James on the
dutch West, Indies. |
