Thomas County, Kansas Marriages

THOMAS COUNTY, KANSAS

MARRIAGE NOTICES

ACKERMAN, ROBERT A. ~ McDANIEL, ERMA

A weeding that had taken place in Atwood on December 28 and kept secret until recently was revealed this week when Miss Erma McDaniel and Robert A. Ackerman joined Mr. and Mrs. Evans on their honeymoon trip to Colorado. Erma affectionately known to her friends as Sally, is the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. S. McDaniel and Bob, the son of Mrs. Ackerman-Glasscock. Both attended school in Brewster and have a host of friends to join with the Herald in wishing them a long and happy married life. (The Brewster Herald, May 28, 1931, Vol. 16, No. 6, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)\

ALLEMAN, MORRIS ~ KECK, GENEVA

Since the last report the following weddings have been solemnized by Rev. Bieber.

August 8: Eugene Young and Ruth Stacey, both of Jennings, at the parsonage in Brewster.

August 9: Morris Alleman and Geneva Keck, both of Levant, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Keck.

August 14: Wm. E. Mann of Sharon Springs and Ruth Marie Johnston of Brewster, at the parsonage. (The Brewster Herald, August 21, 1930, Vol. 15, No. 18, front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

ANDERSON, REUBEN C. ~ SHIRLEY, ANNA IRENE

Anna Irene Shirley and Reuben C. Anderson were married at Kanorado on July 24th according to announcement cards received by local friends this week. We do not know the young gentleman, but we can say that he has won a mighty fine young woman. Anna is a daughter of Dell Shirley. She is accomplished, especially as a trained nurse. She was graduated by the Brewster High School and has many friends here to wish her happiness and prosperity. (The Brewster Herald, Vol. 16. No. 18, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

ATKINSON, D. F. ~ TWILLIGER, HALLIE

Miss Hallie Twilliger, a musician of this vicinity was married to D. F. Atkinson on the Fourth of July at Leadville, where they still reside. (Muldrow) (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, August 9, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BARBER, JOHN ~ HUDDLESTON, SARAH J.

Married - Last week Mr. John Barber to Miss Sarah J. Huddleston, by Judge Fowler. We wish the young couple much peace and joy. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, June 25, 1885, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BARLOW, CHAS W. ~ BATES, OLIVE

Married - at the office of N. J. Adams, Justice of Peace, this city, on Wednesday, May 18th, Mr. Chas W. Barlow, to Miss Olive Bates. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, May 19, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BENSON, G. W. ~ OUDERKIRK, MISS

Married

Miss Ouderkirk to Mr. G.W. Benson, at the home of the brides parents, north of Brewster, on Christmas Day. Both the contracting parties are well known and have many warm friends who join with us in wishing the happy couple a prosperous and pleasant journey together through life. Mr. Benson was the first Clerk of Sherman county and is a good business man, but we trust that his present partnership is the best of all. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, December 27, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BOERNER, HENRY ~ FINK, CARRIE

Married at the bride's residence at Wymore, Neb., Nov. 20, 1888, Henry Boerner to Carrie Fink. Mr. Boerner is one of our most respected citizens and the Democrat wishes them health, wealth and prosperity through life's journey. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, November 22, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BOGER, JONAS ~ BLOOD, LINDY

Married - Blood Boger, - At Rev. Armstrong's, July 10th, 1886, Miss Lindy Blood to Mr. Jonas Boger, Rev. Armstrong officiating. (Wendell) (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, July 29, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BOLT, JOHN ~ GRIM, MISS

John Bolt of this city was married on Sunday, Nov. 13, 1887 to Miss Grim, an estimable young lady of Colby. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, November 17, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BRACHEAR, M. H. ~ GARVER, ETTA A.

Brachear--Garver.--At the residence of the brides brother, Voltaire, Kan, M.H. Brachear of Colby, Kansas and Etta A. Garver, of Penn. After the ceremony was over and the usual time spent in congratulations, the newly married couple and guests (about thirty in number) were invited to the Whitney House where they found supper awaiting them. After spending a very pleasant hour at the table they all retired to the Garver mansion where they spent the rest of the evening. All together it was a most delightful affair. The happy couple were the recipients of some very handsome presents.

Miss Garver was the first young lady in Voltaire as was Mr. Brachear one of the first young residents and they both have made many warm friends during their sojourn here, who deeply regret that Mr. Brachear's business calls him to Colby instead of Voltaire. We with them a long and happy life.

Friends, Voltaire, Kan, July 15, 1886. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, July 22, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BREECE, WELLINGTON ~ STARR, J. M.

Married at the parsonage farm, March 11, 1888, Mr. Wellington Breece, to Miss (Mrs.?) J. M. Starr, both of Colby, Kas., S. R. Ferguson, pastor of the M. E. Church, officiating. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 22, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

BROTHERTON, ED ~ NEWCOMB, ESTELLA

Ed Brotherton has gone and done it--got married. The ceremony was performed at Oblerlin last Sunday and the lady of his choice was Miss Estella Newcomb. May their pleasures be many, nad their cares little ones.

BROWNFIELD, AUSTIN M. ~ SAMPLE, NETTIE M.

Married at the Colby House, August 9th by Rev. S. R. Ferguson, Mr. Austin M. Brownfield to Miss Nettie M. Sample. We wish them happiness. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, August 16, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

CARSKADON, JOHN J. ~ BIRD, VILEANY

Married at the residence of N. J. Adams, on Aug. 1st, 1887, Miss Vileany Bird, of Thomas Co., Kas., to Mr. John J. Carskadon of Kearney Co., Neb. Judge Adams tied the knot in his usual foriclbe and impressive style. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, August 4, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

CARY, IRA B. ~ HIGH. LILLIE M.

Married.--Cary--High.--At the residence of the bride's parents, in Colby, Kansas, on Tuesday evening, May 25th, by Rev. Turner. Mr. Ira B. Cary, to Miss Lillie M. High.

The many friends of the bride and groom wish them a safe and happy journey through life. Quite a number of guests were present at the ceremony, and the many gifts indicate the esteem with which the young couple is held. On Wednesday morning they started on a wedding trip to Wisconsin, to be gone about three weeks. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, May 27, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

COOVER, CHAS. H. ~ WILLIAMS, ANNIE E.

Married on June 10th by Rev. B. R. Turner, Mr. Chas. H. Coover to Miss Annie E. Williams. The bridge and groom are well known here and their many friends wish them a safe and happy voyage through life. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, June 17, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

DIVEN, D. Q. ~ STOWELL, HATTIE E.

Married at the residence of the bride's parents in Colby, Kansas, October 29th, 1886, by J. W. Van Eman, Miss Hatie E. Stowell to Mr. D. Q. Diven of Humboldt, Nebraska. The bride is well known in this cmomunity as a lady of culture and refinement and is loved by all. The groom is an enterprising and prosperous business man. They will take a trip to the mountains and then settle down in Humboldt to live. We should have been better pleased to have had Mr. and Mrs. Diven locate here but on this mandane(?) sphere we can't have everything our own way and so console ourselves with the fact that what is our loss is Humbodlt's gain and with the happy couple a pleasant trip and happy voyage through life and may they live long and be happy. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, October 21, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

DOBGE, JOHN E. ~ ZEIGLER, DELLA

Married in the parlor of the Opera House in Colby, March 8th, 1888 Mr. John E. Dobge(?), Dooge(?), or Dodge(?), Probate Judge of Logan county, Kansas, to Miss Della Ziegler of Oakley. Rev. V. W. Vanenean officiating clergyman, (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 15, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

EBERHART, A. H. ~ SMITH, SUSAN

Married at the Farmers Hotel, this city, Mr. A. H. Eberhart of Thomas county and Mrs. Susan Smith of Jewell County, N. J., Adams, J. P. officiating. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, April 21, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

EMSHIZER, ARTHUR J. ~ GOFF, GRACE E.

The first June wedding of interest to local people took place when Arthur J. Emshizer and Miss Grace E. Goff journed into Colorado June 4 to find the pathway to the altar of Hyem. Arthur is the youngest of the children of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Emahizer, and a world war veteran with service in France. The bride has been connected with the East Side Café for some time and has won many friends by her never-failing courtesy and good nature and high regard by her evident culture. They have not announced their plans for the future, but The Herald breaks a bottle of wine over the prow of their life's ship, thus joining many friends in wishing them a prosperous and happy voyage on the sea of matrimony. (The Brewster Herald, June 4, 1931, Vol. 16, No. 7, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

EUBANK, CLARENCE H. ~ GANDY, CARRIE J.

Married at the residence of the bride's father, L. J. Gandy, Aug. 19th, at 9 p.m. '86, by Rev. Caldwell, Mr. Clarence H. Eubank of Howard City, Howard County, Neb., to Miss Carrie J. Gandy of Sherman Center, Sherman County, Kans. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, August 26, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

EVANS, JESSE J. ~ SAFFER, LUCILLE

Miss Lucille Saffer and Jesse J. Evans were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage Saturday evening, May 23, Rev. Ira J. Bieber officiating. The bride's former home was at Reading, Kansas but for the past year she has been employed as domestic science instructor in the Seneca high school. Mr. Evans also formerly from Reading is assistant cashier of the Brewster State Bank, where he is considered a valuable employee. Immediately following the ceremony the young couple left for a brief honeymoon in Colorado, after which they will be at home in the dwelling formerly occupied by L. L. Steinshouer. (The Brewster Herald, May 28, 1931, Vol. 16, No. 6, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

FEHAN, THOS. ~ HALEY, MAGGIE

Married.--In the Catholic church, at Odell, Ill., by Rev. Halpin, Mr. Thos. Fehan, of Thomas county and Miss Maggie Haley, of Livingston county, Ill.

Mr. Feehan is one of Colby's most respeced young men, and the Cat, with the entire community, wish the happy couple a pleasant voyage through life. (Note: Typed as printed in newspaper.) (Transcribed by Jim Laird, The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, February 11, 1886)

FIESTER, MILTON ~ ESTES, LORIS

Married - On Tuesday, Feb. 12th, Mr. Milton Fiester, to Miss Loris Estes. Success and happiness to the young couple. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, February 15, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

FLOOD, ISAAC ~ LUTGIN, AZELIA E.

Married at Colby, on Jan. 25, '87, at the office of the officiating J.P., N. J. Adams, Isaac Flood to Azelia E. Lutgin. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, February 3, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

FRANKLIN, HENRY ~ CALLAHAN, LAURA A.

Married.--At the M.E. parsonage farm, one and one half miles southwest of Colby, by Rev. S.R. Furguson, pastor of M. E. church, Colby, Kas., Nov. 24, 1887, Mr. Henry Franklin, of Colby, to Miss Laura A. Callahan, of Northfield, Kas.

This is a happy couple, well matched and quite good looking. May the pathway of their lives be ever strewn with many flowers, joy and peace. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, December 1, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

GILLETT, A. V. ~ WEIGHT, MRS.

Mrs. Weight to Mr. A. V. Gillett, Wednesday, Dec. 18th, 1889 at Goodland, Kan. Both parties live in the vicinity of Brewster. We extend congatulations. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, December 27, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

GIROUX, JOSEPH ~ SWINTON, CARRIE

Mr. Joseph Giroux and Miss Carrie Swinton, both of Brewster, were united in marriage at Colby, Tuesday night, April 30th. Judge Lesh tied the knot.

"Two souls with but a single thought, Two hearts that beat as one."

The Gazette extends its congratulations. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, May 3, 1889, Transcribed by Jim Laird)

HALL, E. A. ~ McNIEL, NELLIE

In that far eastern state, Ohio, a short time ago, the wedding chimes rang gaily out over the marriage of Miss Nellie McNiel of Cleveland, Ohio, to Mr. E.A. Hall of this city. Romance and the love that comes but once in a life time entered into this solemn, holy compact and peace and happiness must be their lot through life.

Mr. Hall is the well known cashier of the First National Bank of this city, and has been prominently indentified with every move for the advancement of Colby and the county for the past two years.

Mr. and Mrs. Hall arrived here on Friday last and will soon take up their residence in the elegant dwelling erected by Mr. Hall this summer.

The Democrat extends a cordial greeting and a hearty welcome to the new bride and wishes the happy couple, long life, peace, and Heavens choicest blessings. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, October 27, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

HANSCOM, E. E. ~ WOODCOCK, FANNIE M.

Married, Miss Fannie M. Woodcock, and E. E. Hanscom, both of Brewster, were united in the holy bonds of matriomony last Sunday at Goodland. Rev. W. A. Saville, officiated. Both the young folks are well known in this vicinity, and hosts of friends who wish them peace and prosperity in their future journey together, and The Gazette joins in with good wishes. We were presented with a couple of large pieces of the wedding cake and testify to its good quality. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, November 1, 1899, transcribed by Jim Laird)

Married. Miss Fannie M. Woodcock and E. E. Hanscom, both of Brewster, were united in the holy bonds of matriomony last Sunday, at Goodland. Rev. W.A. Saville, officiated. Both the young folks are well known in this vicinity, and hosts of friends who wish them peace and prosperity in their future journey together, and The Gazette joins in with good wishes. We were presented with a couple of large pieces of the wedding cake and testify to its good quality. (The Brewster County Gazette, Friday, November 1, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

HARTZELL, LAUGHRIDGE ~ PARKER, EDITH

Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Miss Edith Parker and Laughridge Hartzell, which will be solemnized at the home of the young man's parents at high noon, August 3rd. (The Brewster Herald, July 31, 1930, Vol. 15, No. 15, front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

HAZELL, ARTHUR ~ BROWN, MISS

It is reported that Arthur Hazell of 8-37 was married last Wednesday to Miss Brown of near Eustis.(Siggns Chaff.) (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, January 5, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

HOWE, HENRY ~ SAMS, L. MRS.

The first wedding in Thomas county occurred at Colby on New Year's eve. Mr. Henry Howe, of Ashland, Neb., led Mrs. L. Sams, of this county to the altar.

The wedding party came to town early on Thursday, but not finding Judge Lacey in town, concluded to go to Oberlin the following day and have the ceremony performed there. This became known, and our liberal citizens contributed and sent a messenger for the Judge. The couple agreed to be married publicly at one of the dances in town. Yocum's dance was selected.

The Judge did not get to town until about half past tne. The bridal party were escorted to the hall a half an hour later, where Judge Lacey performed the ceremony in a neat and impressive manner. Congratulations then poured in upon the couple, after which repasts were served at the Windsor and Commerical Hotels. The couple received many presents from the citizens of Colby, as marks of esteem in which they were held.

The bride is a blushing burnette of 260 pounds weight by Howe's stand and scales, while the bridegroom lifts the beam at 110. May they love through thick and thin. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, January 7, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

JOHNSON, G. B. ~ BELT, E. E.

Married at the Colby House in this city on Oct. 10, 1887, G. B. Johnson and Miss E. E. Belt of Oakley, Kanas. Rev. S. R. Ferguson, tied the knot. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, October 20, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

KONKLIN, ED ~ BENSON, CHRISTINA

Married. Mrs. Christina Benson to Mr. Ed Konklin both of Sherman County, at Goodland, Monday, December 23d, 1889, the contracting parties are well and favorably known. Mrs. Benson is much the older of the two, but for all that, we wish them a prosperous and happy journey together. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, December 27, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

LEWIS, B. L. ~ DARROUGH, MARY

Married - at the residence of L. A. Lewis, on the 10th inst. B. L. Lewis, to Miss Mary Darrough, aged 19 and 16. Only a few of the bride's friends were present. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, April 15, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

MANCHESTER, F. ~ DUFF, EMMA

Married - Miss Emma Duff to Mr. F. Manchester, Sunday, Sept. 22nd at the residence of Rev. Ferguson of Colby. Both of the contracting parties are well and favorably known in this vicinity, and the well wishes of their firends go with them. The Gazette extends congratulations. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, September 27, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

MANN, WM. E. ~ JOHNSTON, RUTH MARIE

Since the last report the following weddings have been solemnized by Rev. Bieber.

August 8: Eugene Young and Ruth Stacey, both of Jennings, at the parsonage in Brewster.

August 9: Morris Alleman and Geneva Keck, both of Levant, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Keck.

August 14: Wm. E. Mann of Sharon Springs and Ruth Marie Johnston of Brewster, at the parsonage. (The Brewster Herald, August 21, 1930, Vol. 15, No. 18, front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

McFARLAND, JOHN ~ REYNOLDS, HATTIE

Married.--at Russell Springs, Aug. 12, '88 by Rev. Plummer, John McFarland to Hattie Reynolds, both of Summers township. We with the happy couple all that married has to offer.(Saline Valley.) (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, September 6, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

McKENZIE, HAROLD ~ LISTER, LEOTA

Miss Leota Lister, daughter of Mrs. Vertie Lister and Harold McKenzie of Stockton were united in marriage Sunday evening, May 24 at the St. Francis Circuit parsonage. Rev. Ralph Walters officiating. They were attended by Miss Thelma Lister and Mr. Vernon O'Keefe. The bride, a graduate of the Brewster High School, has been successfully engaged as a school teacher in Sherman county and is one of our most highly esteemed young women. Mr. McKenzie, formerly in the employee of a local business house, is now in business at Stockton, Kansas, where they will make their home. He is an industrious and capable young man who made many friends while he lived in Brewster. (The Brewster Herald, May 28, 1931, Vol. 16, No. 6, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

PAINE, E. J. ~ ELSWORTH, LIDA E.

Married at the residence of the brides parents, east of Colby, March 27th by Rev. J. W. VanEman, Mr. E. J. Paine, Clerk of the District Count and Miss Lida E. Elsworth. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 31, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

PARKS, FRANK ~ DEYO, CORNELIA B.

Married Parks - Deyo - At the house of James S. deyo, 6-6-38, on March 7th, 1888 by Rev. A. A. Doyle, Mr. Frank Parks to Miss Cornelia B. Deyo, both of Eustis, Kansas.

Frank prosperity be with. Mrs. Frank you have secured one of the best of 'em. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 15, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

PASSELL, JAMES C. ~ KOONTZ, ETTIE

Married at Chardon, Kans., sept. 23 (28?), 1888, by Rev. Ferguson, James C. Passell to Miss Ettie Koontz, of Chardon, Rawlins County, Kans.

Jim Passell is one of the best boys in our county,a thorough gentleman, and the lady that has become his wife commands the friendship and respet of a large circle of friends. We wish Mr. and Mrs. Passell every good fortune we mortals are heir to. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, September 27, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

PATCHIN, A. W. ~ BEAN, CLARA

On Thursday evening, the 13th, Miss Clara Bean was married to Mr. A.W. Patchin at the residence of the brides parents, in this city, the Rev. Van Eman officiating.

The ceremony was performed in the presence of the immediate relatives of the bride, and a small circle of friends. Just at the close of the ceremony the band arrived on the scene and serenaded the newly made husband and wife. Mr. and Mrs. Patchin have a host of friends who will join us in a sincere wish that their path through life may be peaceful, prosperous, and happy.

The "Democrat" force tenders thanks for a liberal supply of "cake" and also takes occasion to congratulate Mr. Patchin in his choice. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, January 20, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

PETERSON, CHRISTOPHER ~ MURPHY, SUSANNA

Married by J. W. Ellsworth, Esq., on February 28th at three o'clock p.m., at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. F. B. Murphy. Mr. Christopher Peterson and Miss Susanna Murphy all of Wendall township, Thomas County, Kan. May the happy pair live to spend many happy years together. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, March 11, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

RUSICKY, JOSEPH ~ HESS, ANNA

Married. At Colby, Oct. 4th, by Judge Lesh, Mr. Joseph Rusicky and Miss Anna Hess. The groom is a smart and engergetic young farmer of Sherman County. The bride is one of Hale townships good looking and pleasant girls. The Gazette extends its congratulations and wishes the young couple prosperity and happiness. (The Brewster Gazette, Thursday, October 9, 1890, transcribed by Jim Laird)

SECOR, SYLVESTER ~ MORGAN, MARY

Married - at the M. E. parsonage on April 3, '88, Mr. Sylvester Secor, of Holyoke, Colo., to Mrs. Mary Morgan, of Colby, Kansas. (The Thomas County Democrat, April 5, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

SMITH, G. W. ~ THISTLEWAITE, CALLIE

A quiet wedding took place at the home of Mrs. Wetherald, at Beatrice, Nebraska, only a few immediate friends being present. The contracting parties were Mr. G. W. Smith of this city and Miss Callie Thistlewaite of Copeland. Mr. S. is one of our best business men and enjoys a large circle of friends, all of whom congratulate him and wish all the good this world affords. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, October 4, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

STROUD, WILLARD HENRY ~ STARK, FRANCIS D.

Married - at the residence of Geo. Sebaugh on Sunday, Feb. 20, '87, Willard Henry Stroud to Miss Francis D. Stark, both of Thomas County. N. J. Adams officiating. (The Thomas County Democrat, February 24, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

SUTTON, THOMAS ~ KENNEY, HATTIE

Married - At the residence of the bride's mother in Thomas Co., Kan., Thursday evening, Dec. 30, '86, Mr. Thomas Sutton and Miss Hattie Kenney. Rev. J. W. Vaneman officating. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, January 6, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird))

SYKES, EDWARD P. ~ SINGLETON, MILDRED

Local friends are in receipt of announcements of the marriage of Miss Mildred Singleton and Edward P. Sykes at Topeka, Kansas, on May 27th. They will be at home to their friends at Brewster after June 9th.

The bride is a former instructor in the Brewster high school. She is in every way a splendid young woman and made many friends here will be happy in welcoming her back in the community.

Mr. Sykes is a prosperous and industrious young farmer whose place is a few miles north of town. He, too, is quite popular and is known among his friends as "Happy." The Herald joins their many other friends in wishing them a long happy and prosperous life's voyage. (The Brewster Herald, May 29, 1930, Vol. 15, Number 6 front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

TATE, W. T. ~ DURANT, LENA M.

Married at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Filmore L. Dow, uncle and aunt of the bride, on Sunday evening May 8, '87, Miss Lena M. Durant to Mr. W. T. Tate, Rev. J. W. Van Eman officiating. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, May 12, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

THOMPSON W. L. ~ SHULTZ, CLARA C.

Married - Mr. W. L. Thompson of Brewster and Miss Clara C. Shultz of Columbus, Ind., Thursday, June 13th at Columbus. Mr. Thompson is a banker of our town and is well and favorable known in this and Sherman Co.

The Gazette and his many friends will join in wishing the young couple a pleasant and profitable journey through life. The Bride and Groom will arrive here after their wedding tour to Denver, Saturday, June 22, and will soon go to housekeeping. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, June 21, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

Married.

Mr. W. L. Thompson of Brewster and Miss Clara C. Shultz of Columbus, Ind., Thursday, June 13th, at Columbus. Mr. Thompson is a banker of our town, and is well and favorably known in this and Sherman Co.

The Gazette and his many friends will join in wishing the young couple a pleasant and profittable journey through life. The Bride and Groom will arrive here after their wedding tour to Denver, Saturday, June 22nd; and will soon go to housekeeping. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, June 21, 1889, transcribed by Jim Laird)

THOMPSON, WILLIAM H. ~ BARLOW, EMMA J.

Married at Colby on Jan. 25, '87, at the residence of the officiating J.P., N. J. Adams, William H. Thompson of Mo., to Miss Emma J. Barlow. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, February 3, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

WALDMEIER, FRED ~ POTTER, NELLIE

Married at Colby, on Feb. 28, '88, Mr. Fred Waldmeier and Miss Nellie Potter, all of Thomas County. Rev. J. W. VanEman officiating. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 1, 1888, transcribed by Jim Laird)

WALLACE, J. J. ~ ALGER, MALISSA

Married - At Colby, Oct. 20th, 1886 by the Rev. Mr. Turner, Miss Malissa Alger to Mr. J. J. Wallace, both parties are well known in this community and all predict for them a happy journey through life. We regret that we have not space to give them further notice. (The Thomas County Cat, Thursday, October 21, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr. J.W. Irwin, Mr. J.J. Wallace and Miss Melissa Alger were united in marriage by Rev. Mr. Turner. The contracting parties have long been residents of this county and have numberless friends to wish them joy. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, October 21, 1886, transcribed by Jim Laird)

WARD, B. G. ~ BYOUS, EVA

Married at the M. E. parsonage farm by Rev. S. R. Ferguson, pastor of M. E. Church, Colby, Kans., Dec. 25, 1887, B. G. Ward to Eva Byous, both of Thomas Co. (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, December 29, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

WARNER, MERVIN ~ LONG, MARY

The home of Mr. and Mrs. H. N. Warner west of Brewster was the scene of a quiet home wedding Monday evening when their son, Mervin and Mary Long of Goodland were united in Goodland, Rev. Enos Wonder officiating.

The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Dendurent of Goodland and stands high in the esteem of all who know her. Merwin is a scion of one of the most highly regarded families of this communities and is a steady industrious young man. The young people have purchased a dwelling in Goodland where they will make their home.

Congratulations and good wishes. (The Brewster Herald, July 17, 1930, Vol. 15, No. 12, front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)

WHEELER, JUDD B. ~ McCUMBER, MATTIE

Married - At the residence of the brides parents, north of Colby on Feb. 27th, 1887, Mr. Judd B. Wheeler and Miss Mattie McCumber. Rev. J. W. Van Eman, officiating. (Note: Wheeler is the best guess here as it is very difficult to read) (The Thomas County Democrat, Thursday, March 3, 1887, transcribed by Jim Laird)

WILLIAMS, H. J. ~ HOOD, EMMA

Married

Miss Emma Hood to Mr. H.J. Williams at the home of the brides sister, Mrs. Hodges of Cheyenne Co., Dec. 6th, 1890. Mr. Williams is one of our prosperous merchants of this place, and his estimable wife is well known in Brewster, being a sister of Mrs. S.A. Donelson, formerly of this place. The Gazette joins their many friend in extending congratualtions. (The Brewster Gazette, Friday, January 17, 1890, transcribed by Jim Laird)

YOUNG, EUGENE ~ STACEY, RUTH

Since the last report the following weddings have been solemnized by Rev. Bieber.

August 8: Eugene Young and Ruth Stacey, both of Jennings, at the parsonage in Brewster.

August 9: Morris Alleman and Geneva Keck, both of Levant, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Keck.

August 14: Wm. E. Mann of Sharon Springs and Ruth Marie Johnston of Brewster, at the parsonage. (The Brewster Herald, August 21, 1930, Vol. 15, No. 18, front page, transcribed by Peggy Thompson)