Elk County Citizen - July 13, 1893
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married--Nelson--Primm
Tuesday, July 11, 1893, at the residence of and by Rev. C. L. McKeeson, Mr. Orrin Nelson of Longton, Kansas and Miss Minnie Primm of Fairmont, Arkansas.

The groom, Mr. Orrin Nelson, is one of the oldest residents of Elk county, and is one of our most wide awake, energetic, progressive young farmers and teachers. He is well known and highly esteemed in all the southern part of the county, and he has a host of friends who join in the hearty congratlulations and good wishes of the CITIZEN.

Miss Minnie Primm, the bride, was formerly a resident of Longton, and was also a teacher in the county. She is a lady esteemed and honored by all who know her, and the wishes for her future happiness are earnest and sincere.

The young couple begin the journey of life together with bright prospects for success and happiness and the CITIZEN joins their numerous friends in hoping that they will find the fullest fruition of their highest anticipations.

Elk County Citizen - September 7, 1893
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married--At the M. E. Parsonage in Howard, Thursday evening, August 31, 1893, by Rev. McDole, Miss Jessie M. Mayne to Mr. I.N. Kling. The happy couple left the same evening for a two weeks visit with friends in Indianapolis and other points in Indiana. May their days be many and the sun of peace and prosperity ever shine on them.

Elk County Citizen - September 14, 1893
Submitted by L. Morgan

MARRIED
WEATHERS-UNDERWOOD--Sunday, September 10, 1893, at 6 in the evening, Mr. Charles E. Weathers and Miss Mary S. Underwood were united in marriage at the residence of the bride's parents by Rev. C. L. McKesson. Only relatives of the contracting parties were present to witness the ceremony and partake of the excellent supper which was gracefully served after congratulations.

Mr. Charles E. Weathers, the bridegroom, is one of the most energetic and successful young farmers of ELk county. His strict attention to business, hard work and perseverence, and fine business qualities will keep him in the front rank, and will give him as great prosperity in the future as is enjoyed by our best farmers, and business men. The bride, Mary S. Underwood, is a modest, beautiful, accomplished lady, who merits the high esteem in which she is held by a large circle of friends, and Mr. Weathers is to be congratulated on securing so excellent and amiable a companion. The CITIZEN'S best wishes for the happiness and success of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Weathers are heartily extended.

Elk COunty Citizen - October 5, 1893
Submitted by L. Morgan

MARRIED--At the Windsor hotel in Howard, Tuesday, October 3, 1893, at 2 o'clock p.m., by Rev. C. L. McKesson, Mr. S.A. Stewart of Longton and Miss Nettie Jones of Painterhood. The young couple are prominent among the highly esteemed young people of our county and have the best wishes of many friends.

Elk County Citizen - December 7, 1893
Submitted by L. Morgan

ORANGE BLOSSOMS
CHAPMAN-ALDERSON--At Elk Falls, on December 4, 1893. Ed T. Chapman and Miss Bda (?) Alderson were united in marriage, Rev. G. T. Bundy pronouncing the words that made them man and wife.

Miss Alderson is one of Elk county's brightest young ladies and will be a true helpmate to her husband. Mr. Chapman is editor and proprietor of the Longton Gleanor and is a man of considerable ability and one of the best boys in the journalistic field.

We congratulate him and his bride and hope that as their boat glides down the stream of life, that the sunshine of joy and happiness may shine continuously on them, may their life be full of hope, peace and prosperity and may they never have cause to regret the step they have taken.

Elk County Citizen - January 4, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Marriage licenses issued during the month of December 1893, by Probate Judge Chase of Elk County:

S. A. Harper, of Howard, and Olivia Crain of Cave Springs.
Wm. A. Short and Emily E. Seymour, both of Longton, Kansas
T. S. Wicker and E. M. Fleek, both of Elk Falls, Kansas
J. W. Oliver and Rhoda H. Maloney, both of Howard.
C. M. Rice and Carrie Lamb, both of Moline
D. M. Clouse and Fannie L. Jones, both of Moline, Kansas
J. S. Sherman and Cora Thompson, both of Howard.
J. M. Teal and Della McLaughlin, both of Fall River, Kansas
Wm. A. Stonebraker, of Severy and Edna A. Ruthford of Howard.
Frank O. Ross of Richmond and Nannie A. Rambo of Howard.
H. P. Fesler, of Chanute and Effie L. Zaldwin of Grenola
N. E. Hines and Adelia A. Stiles, both of Grenola.
Wm. Jinks and Mary Barnaby, both of Howard.
Leonard Jackson and Adelia Brace, both of Moline
O.M. Brewington and Lida Richards, both of Longton
Daniel Key, of Hampton, Mo., and Etta Drutery of Moline
Fred Olmstead and Minnie B. Ramsey, both of Howard

Submitted by L. Morgan
Elk County Citizen - January 18, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

At the residence of Jonas Spencer, in Howard, by Probate Judge Chase, January 11, 1894, Mrs. Anna Morris to Mr. Alvin Kasson, both of Howard. The affair was a quiet one and only the immediate relatives and a few friends were present. After the ceremony the guests sat down to an elaborate wedding supper. Aside from the relatives there were present; E. M. Akers and wife, Wm. Royse and wife, James Spencer and wife, Mrs. J. E. Dobyns and Frank Dobyns. The happy couple have the best wishes of many friends.

Elk County Citizen - January 25, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, at the residence of J. B. Dobyns in this city, by Rev. McDole on Sunday, January 21, 1894, Miss Mattie Hill to Mr. Oscar Harris, of Union Center township. The young couple start on life's journey with the best wishes of many friends.

Elk County Citizen - January 25, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, Sunday, January 21, 1894, at the residence of the bride's parents near Howard, Miss Nellie Kingsbury to Mr. J. W. Baughman, Rev. J. N. Young pronouncing the words that made them husband and wife.

The bride is one of Elk county's handsome ladies and as good as she is handsome, while the groom is one of our sturdy young farmers, the son of our old friend P.H. Baughman. May life hold many happy years in store for the young couple.

Elk County Citizen - February 1, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

The following marriage licenses were issued during the month of January:

January 8, at Howard, by Judge S. L. Chase,
James Armick and Miss Ella Rush, both of Eureka.

January 10, at Moline, by Rev. Stranahan
G. H. Cramer and Miss Nellie Shupp

January 11, at the residence of Jonas Spencers, by Judge S. L. Chase
Alvin Kasson and Annie N. Morris, both of Howard

January 16, at Moline, by J. D. McKernan
George L. Walker and Sophia Adams, both of Moline

January 21, at Howard, by Rev. McDole
Oscar Harris and Miss Mattie Hill, both of Howard

January 23, at Howard, by Judge S.L. Chase
H. J. Gilman and Miss Etta Hull, both of Moline.

Elk County Citizen - June 21, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Bennett--Cheney Are Married At the Presbyterian church in this city, Sunday evening, June 17th, 1894, Rev. D.K. Steele officiating, Miss Winnie Cheney, of Howard to J. E. Bennett, of Rosindale, Mo. The bride is the daughter of C. C. Cheney, Howard's popular dentist and is a young lady of many virtues. She has a host of friends who unite in wishing for her life's fullest measure of happiness. The groom is a talented young man with a bright future before him. He is postmaster at his town and editor of the Rosindale Signal, one of the brightest Democratic papers in Missouri. After the ceremony the happy couple drove to Moline and took the train for Winfield, Kansas where they will visit the Chautauqua now in session after which they will return to Rosindale, their future home.

The Citizen joins in wishing them a pleasant journey on life's sea. A generous supply of wedding cake found its way to this office.

Elk County Citizen - September 14, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Bright-Stewart Are Married
In the parlors of the Windsor Hotel at Howard, Wednesday, September 12th, Mr. Newton Bright to Miss Jessie Stewart, both of Longton, the ceremony being performed by Judge Chase.

Mr. Bright is one of Elk county's enterprising farmers. The bride is the daughter of A. G. Stewart and is a most estimable young lady.

We join in wishing the young couple all the happiness that falls to the lot of the most favored.

Elk County Citizen - September 14, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Brummitt-Wyatt Marriage
It was a brilliant party that assembled at the M.E. church in this city last Wednesday evening, Sept. 12, 1894, at 6:30 p.m. when Reverend Daniel D. Brummitt was joined in holy wedlock to Miss Estella Wyatt, of this city. The church was profusely and very beautifully decorated with goldenrods, about two wagon loads being used. The beautiful bride was attired in a handsome traveling gown and attended by four little Misses, Lillian and Edna McKesson, Alta Wyatt and Alice Steele. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. W. Wright, of Independence.

The bride is one of Elk county's most accomplished teachers and is a general favorite in society circles. The groom is pastor of the M.E. church at Altamont, Kansas.

They left on the evening train for their future home at Altamont. The best wishes of their many friends go with them.

Elk County Citizen - November 2, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

BRILLIANT WEDDING
A very brilliant wedding took place at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31st at the home of Sheriff S. H. Patterson in this city. The contracting parties were Mr. Harry Swartwood and Miss Susie Patterson, both young people well and favorably known in the city. Miss Suzie is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patterson.

The rooms were artistically decorated with vines, potted plants and cut flowers.

The bride was very tastefully dressed in white mull and valenciennes lace, with a bouquet of white carnations.

After the marriage services, which were performed by Rev. D. K. Steele, pastor of the Presbyterian church, the guests, about twenty in number, led by the bride and groom, repaired to the dining room and were seated around the table loaded with good things, which were elegantly served. The presents from friends at home and abroad were very numerous, costly and elegant and were much admired by the guests.

Mr. and Mrs. Swartwood went to their country home, attended with the good wishes of the guests for their happiness.

Miss Patterson was born and has always lived in Elk county, and her many friends wish the young couple a happy life.

Elk County Citizen - December 28, 1894
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, at the residence of the bride's parents in Oak Valley, Tuesday December 25, 1894, Mr. Mayo Thomas of Longton and Miss Kate Coneway of Oak Valley.

The bride is one of Oak Valley's fairest gems and will be sadly missed by all. The groom is a rising young lawyer, recently elected clerk of the district court of this county.

The bride was dressed in a gown of cream albatrose, trimmed in silk lace and ribbon, with a long, flowing veil, and looked very beautiful.

C. L. McKesson was master of ceremonies.

After the ceremony was performed which made them man and wife, they all repaired to the dining room. Words fail to express the elegance of the dinner that awaited them there. The good things vanished rapidly, but more were brought in their place. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas, Mr.and Mrs. W. R. Wooldridge, Mrs. Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Lester, Mr. and Mrs. P.S. Brunk, Mr. and Mrs. James Orr, Mr. and Mrs. John Wooldridge, Miss Agnes Orr, Miss Rachel Thomas, Miss Mabel Lester, Mr. Minor Thomas, and Mr. Martin Barbour.

The newly wedded pair received a number of beautiful and valuable presents. It was a day long to be remembered in the hearts of those present. We wish them a happy and prosperous voyage o'er the sea of life.--One Who Was There.

Elk County Citizen - February 4, 1903
Submitted by L. Morgan

Marion Speer and Miss Margaret Wilson, at the home of the bride's parents southwest of Severy, Jan. 28th, 1903. Charles Speer, brother of the groom and Miss Clyda Elledge acted as best man and bridesmaid. The ceremony was witnessed by about fifty of the relatives and friends of the young couple. The ceremony which pronounced them husband and wife was performed by Rev. Bixby at 1:30 p.m.

After usual well wishes for a long and happy life, a bountiful dinner was enjoyed by all present. There were many useful and beautiful presents received. Mr. Speer is an energetic young farmer and is held in the highest esteem by a host of friends. While he is to be congratulated on this choice for a life companion,(as we have known the bride for many years, we know her to be an accomplished young lady, loved and respected by all who know her), we feel that she has made a choice which will give a life of future happiness.

The day following, the groom's parents spread an elegant dinner for the young couple and a number of their most intimate friends and relatives.

To them we trust that no dark cloud may ever rise to banish the sunshine from their future life, and long may they live to make each other happy is the wishes of a host of friends.

Elk County Citizen - March 4, 1903
Submitted by L. Morgan

Probate Judge Jewett issued licenses to the following parties during the month of February:

Philip E. Munsinger and Clara F. Beu.
George Hupp and Effie Kincaid.
A. H. Hubbell and Mary Anderson.
Theodore Preston and MAbel Miller.
George W. Briggs and Florence A. Kewis.
C. W. Kinney and ELiza Holton.
Alex H. Dunlap and Jessie A. Easley.

Married, at the home of the bride’s parents in Howard, Wednesday evening, April 29, 1903, Dr. Roy E. Cheney of Eureka, Kansas, and Miss Mary Grace Reid, of Howard, Rev. L. D. Noel, officiating.

At 8:15 the happy couple stood before rev. Noel in the handsomely decorated parlor and after a short but beautiful address on marriage and love, the minister impressively pronounced then man-wife. Congratulations followed, and then the small party of guests with the immediate relatives sat down to an elegant supper, such as Mrs. Reid’s friends know she alone can prepare.

At 10 o’clock the bride and groom accompanied by Dr. C. M. Cheney and wife and J. I. Bennett and wife drove to Moline to take the train for Winfield, where they will visit their grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Pugsley, after which they will visit Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Grant at Augusta, before going to their home at Eureka.

The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. K. Reid, and has lived almost all of her life in this city. She is a graduate of the Howard High School and a young woman of many mental and social attainments, a dutiful affectionate daughter and loving sister. She is beloved by all who know her. Dr. Roy Cheney grew to manhood in Howard, but after adopting the profession of dentistry, he located at Eureka, where in partnership with his brother, Dr. C. M. Cheney, he enjoys a lucrative practice and is a popular citizen. He is the youngest son of Dr. C.C. Cheney of this city.

They will be at home in Eureka after June 1st. This entire community join in wishing Dr. Cheney and his amiable bride a long life of happiness, usefulness and prosperity.

Elk County Citizen - July 22, 1903
Submitted by L. Morgan

On Wednesday, July 15, about fifteen guests assembled at the beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sherman, one mile south of Howard, to witness the marriage of their elder daughter, Leota, to Mr. G. Sumner Clark.

At high noon Miss Emma Fritsche began to play the wedding march and the bride and groom entered the parlor.

After the ceremony which was performed by Rev. B.M. Powell, and congratulations were extended, the company assembled in the dining room where a fine dinner was served.

The company seemed especially free from restraint or even solemnity, everybody heartily enjoying themselves in happy conversation and admiring the beautiful and rich presents.

This marriage unites two popular young people. They have grown from childhood among us, the bride living all of her life here and the groom near Longton.

We extend the well wishes of everyone to Sumner and his happy bride.

Elk County Citizen - July 1, 1903
Submitted by L. Morgan

Issued by Probate Judge Jewett during the month of June:

NAME				AGE

E. S. Sinclair                  21
Lottie Jellison                 18

John Richardson, Oklahoma       26
Minnie L. Jones                 23

Chas. C. Forgeot, Elk Falls     64
Susan Smith, Elk Falls          54

E. H. Bacus, Howard             23
Emma L. Osborne, Howard         18

J. C. Logsdon, Grenola          22
Ada B. Doty                     17

Joseph McSpadden, Moline        22
Gertrude Kill, Moline           22

C. R. Peak, Piedmont            22
Bertha Lauffer, Piedmont        18

Elk County Citizen - December 30, 1903
Submitted by L. Morgan

Otto R. Grubb and Miss Irene Blair, both of Oak Valley, were married by Probate Judge Jewett in this city, Thursday, December 24th, 1903.

Otto Grubb is the oldest son of County Commissioner J. A. Grubb, and has lived at Oak valley for the past ten years, except when in the Philippians as a member of the famous Twentieth Kansas, and while at college. He is a young man of fine ability and good character.

The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Blair of Oak Valley and is a young lady of rare attainments and a favorite with all her acquaintances.

The Citizen extends hearty congratulations to these excellent young people.

Clarence Bailey and Edna Mitchell were married at Longton today. The bride is one of the county's popular teachers and the groom is a highly esteemed young man of Longton.

Elk County Citizen - February 3, 1904
Submitted by L. Morgan

The following marriage licenses were issued during the past week:

J. B. Beach and Miss Lela Haul, both of Moline.

W. J. Crews, McKinley, Oklahoma, and Miss Kate Brynes, Farmersburg.

Edman DeMoss and Miss Emma Woods, of Grenola.

Frank Weathers, Wellston, Oklahoma, and Miss Maggie O’Neal, Howard.

Elk County Citizen - February 3, 1904
Submitted by L. Morgan

At the pleasant home of the bride in McFall, on Wednesday afternoon January 27, at 2:30 o’clock, occurred the wedding of Arthur W. Goodwin of Howard, Kansas and Miss Elizabeth Hardin of McFall, Mo., in the presence of a number of relatives and intimate friends.

A few minutes before the bridal party entered the parlor Dr. Koven’s (?) “O Promise Me” was effectively rendered by Wyota H. Murphy, a former pupil of the bride, who also played Mendelsohnn’s wedding march as the bride and groom took their places before the officiating clergyman, Rev. H. Horwood Johnson of Albany, Mo. The impressive ceremony of the M. E. church, south, was used in uniting the happy pair, while the subdued strains of Nevin’s “Narcissus” floated upon the air.

The bride is the youngest daughter of V. S. Hardin and is known and loved by a large circle of friends. She is an accomplished musician, and this added to her graces of character and person make her a charming helpmeet to the man who has been so fortunate as to win her love. She was handsomely attired in a traveling suit of blue zibeline and she wore a champaign felt hat trimmed with wings and blue velvet.

The groom is the son of Rev. and Mrs. W. C. Goodwin of Moline, Kansas, and is a young business man of integrity and high moral character.

Immediately after the ceremony the newly wedded pair were accompanied to the depot by a number of the wedding party, where they took the train for Kansas City, and later will make a short visit with the groom’s parents at Moline, Kansas, before going to housekeeping at Howard, Kansas, where Mr. Goodwin is engaged in the mercantile business.

A large number of valuable presents were received from their many friends who join in wishing them every happiness in their new relation and home.---Albany, Missouri Ledger.

Arthur and his bride arrived in Howard Monday morning and received a royal welcome. They will make their home in the cottage just north of the Christian church.

Elk County Citizen - February 3, 1904
Submitted by L. Morgan

Sunday, January 24th, at 4 p.m., Mr. Frank Weathers and Miss Maggie O’Neal were united in marriage at the home of Elder S. N. Fear, near Cave Springs.

The young couple are well known and highly respected. Mr. Weathers formerly lived in this county, but a short time since moved with his parents to Oklahoma, where he is engaged in the hardware business, and is making a fine successful business man. Mrs. Weathers was a daughter of our late brother W. B. O’Neal and is beloved by all.

The young and happy couple will make their home in Oklahoma. All wish them a happy journey through life.

Elk County Citizen - May 25, 1904
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, at the residence of the bride's father in Moline, Kansas, Wednesday morning, May 18, 1904, Mr. Charles McCaslin and Miss Nora Martindale, Evangelist Herbert Buffum officiating. The happy couple took the 10:18 train for a bridal trip to Kansas City. A large number of their friends were at the depot to see them and showered them with rice and good wishes as they boarded the train.---Review.

Elk County Citizen - June 8, 1904
Submitted by L. Morgan

A quiet but pretty wedding took place Wednesday afternoon at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Broc Crawford, to a few invited friends. The contracting parties were Mr. Joseph Thil, of Augusta, Oklahoma and Miss Mae Crawford of this city. Rev. Poston performed the ceremony. Miss Crawford is an accomplished young lady, well known in this vicinity, and the groom Mr. Thil, is a prosperous young farmer at Augusta, Oklahoma. The young couple left on the afternoon train for their future home. The best wishes of the Review go with them.-- Moline Review.

Miss Crawford lived nearly all her life just south of Howard and her many friends all wish her and her husband many years of happy life. We do not know Mr. Thil but those who do speak very highly of him. He was a soldier in the Philippines for a couple of years.

At the home of the bride's parents, 6 1/2 miles northeast of this city at 6:30 p.m., Mrs. C. A. Templer led to the alter mid the strains of a wedding march played by Mrs. Davidson, Miss Pearl Shannon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Shannon, after which Rev. Geo E. Tifft spoke the words that made this twain one.

Congratulations and a sumptous feast followed. Many valuable and useful presents were received.

Mr. Templer is one of Elk county's promising young pedagogues who wields the birch this winter at Pleasant Plains. The bride was born and grew up in the vicinity of Howard and is a most charming young woman. The well wishes of a large circle of friends go with them. Will be at home to their friends after December 5.

Submitted by L. Morgan
Elk County Citizen - December 20, 1905

Chas. W. Smith, Oak Valley, Kans
Mary N. Baily, Longton, Kans.

B. L. Simons, Howard
Vera Clark, Howard

R.O. Frye, Kansas City, Kans
Vergie Hamar, Howard, Kans

N. R. Gilman, Moline, Kans
Jennie Hall, Moline

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Elk County Citizen - April 26, 1905

Miss Stella McGlasson and Frank Palmer were married at Howard by Probate Judge Jewett, Wednesday, April 19, 1905.

The young couple are both of Longton, grew up among us and are well known to all our readers.

They immediately went to housekeeping in the Palmer house on Fourth and Nemaha streets.

They have the best wishes of a host of friends in Longton and vicinity. ----Gleaner.
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Elk County Citizen - April 26, 1905

Miss Sarah J. Rodin and John Dowty were united in marriage Wednesday, April 19th, 1905, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Rodin. D. W. Jackson, Justice of the Peace, performed the ceremony.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Dowty, who live south of town. He is an industrious, worthy young man. The bride has grown to womanhood in Longton and has many friends to wish them a happy and prosperous voyage through life.

The young couple left in the afternoon for Fredonia, where they will make their home.----Longton Gleaner.

Submitted by L. Morgan
Elk County Citizen - November 1, 1905

Mr. D. E. Hamilton and Miss Hattie Elstun were married Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock at the M. E. church by Rev. A. B. Bruner. After the ceremony a reception and supper was given in the opera house.

Mrs. Hamilton grew to womanhood in Moline and is universally loved by a wide circle of friends. Mr. Hamilton has been in this city about three years and is a jeweler by trade. He has friends in all the citizens of the town. Everybody unites in wishing them unbounded happiness and success in life. ---Moline Review.

Submitted by L. Morgan
Elk County Citizen - November 1, 1905

Married at the home of the bride's parents in this city, Wednesday evening, Oct. 25, 1905 at 8 o'clock. Mr. Will S. Barackman and Miss Mattie Grant, both of Howard, Rev. Searcy of the Baptist church officiating.

Only the members of the family and near relatives of the bride and groom were present. After the ceremony a lunch was served, and at an early hour the bride and groom were escorted to their home on Randolph street, where every preparation had been made to immediately go to housekeeping.

Will Barackman is the junior member of the firm of Barackman Bros., grocers, and is one of the best known and popular young in this community. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Grant and has lived in Howard nearly all of her life. She is an amiable and popular young woman and beloved by a large circle of friends. Everybody joins us in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Barackman a long, happy and useful wedded life.

They will be at home to their friends after November 15.

Elk County Citizen - November 22, 1905
Submitted by L. Morgan

MARRIED
At Grenola, Kansas, Sunday, Nov. 12, 1905, Mr. George Symmes of Richmond, Calif., and Miss Ella Thompson of Grenola.

The wedding took place at the home of the brides father, John W. Thompson, and Mr. and Mrs. Symmes took the train that evening for their home in California.

The groom is, we believe, unknown to most of the Courant readers, but the bride has lived in Elk county all her life, is a graduate of the Howard High School and is a young woman of talent and highest character. For some years she has held a responsible position in the State Hospital for the Insane at Topeka, having made a special study of that kind of work. She is very popular with a host of Howard friends, also the sincere good wishes of this entire community accompany her to her home in the far west.

Elk County Citizen - November 22, 1905
Submitted by L. Morgan

MARRIED
At high noon on Wednesday, November 15, 1905, at the home of the groom’s parents, eight miles north of Howard, Mr. A. F. Sims, of Howard, Kansas and Miss Jetta B. Evans, of Piedmont, Kansas, Rev. Searcy of the Baptist church at Howard officiating. The day was ideal, and many of the friends and relatives of the contracting parties were present to witness their marriage and to bid them God’s speed in entering upon their wedded life.

After the ceremony the bride and groom with their guests repaired to the dining room, where an elegant dinner was served. Those who were permitted to enjoy this spread, and to enter into the gladnesses of the day, will not soon forget it. The bride received many beautiful presents as an evidence of the high regard in which those young people are held by a large circle of friends.

Mr. Sims is a graduate of the State University, school of law. He began the practice of law in Howard about a year ago, and has quickly taken a place among the first lawyers of the county. The bride is one of Elk county’s most successful teachers. Mr. Sims recently purchased the W. W. Campbell residence, where they go to housekeeping at once. Few young people begin life under more favorable conditions, than do Mr. and Mrs. Sims, and their friends will follow them with many good wishes for a long, useful and happy life.

On Wednesday evening there gathered at the Windsor Hotel about forty guests, to witness the marriage of Miss Katharine Cook, youngest daughter of Mrs. J. H. Cook, to Mr. Simon Winfred Gregg of Tulsa, I. T. (Indian Territory)

In the parlor, at seven-thirty, Mr. J. Whitney Eby, a former classmate and friend of the bride, sang “Dearie” with Mrs. Jas A. Jackson at the piano, after which she played the Wedding March, when Master Albert Swartwood and Miss Mary Momma, in their beautiful white satin suits in which they so recently presided as King and Queen of the children’s flower parade at the street fair, carrying white ribbons forming an aisle down which the wedding party passed; they were followed by Miss Ruth Smith, in white over pink, as ring bearer, and Mr. Jonas Devore, nephew of the bride accompanied by Miss Mable Thompson, who stood with the bridal pair during the ceremony, after whom came Miss Katherine and Mr. Gregg.

The bride’s dress was of sheer white material and she wore a veil and carried many white roses. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. E. Deggendorf of the Presbyterian church.

Immediately after, the guests were seated in the dining room at fine tables decorated with pink carnations and ferns, to partake of the wedding supper; there were four courses, at the close of which the bride’s cake was passed; each guest cutting a piece for himself.

The bride and groom slipped away and were soon dressed for their journey upon which they at once started, waving a gay farewell to all.

Mr. Gregg was formerly in charge of a store here and our people became acquainted with him at that time; he now travels in the employ of the Smith-McCord-Townsend Co., of Kansas City. Mrs. Gregg has lived among us nearly all her life, has been prominent in society and church affairs, and for several years was teacher of the primary department of the Howard schools, where she was eminently successful.

Many beautiful gifts were sent to honor this event, of cut glass, hand painted china, art needlework, linens and silver.

After January first, Mr. and Mrs. Gregg will be at home at Tulsa, I. T., where their many friends wish them a future full of good things.

Sunday, Nov.18, 1906, was quite appropriately celebrated at the home of Theodore McDonald near Elk Falls.

The occasion of the celebration was the wedding of Theodore McDonald and Miss Mattie Burch. Both parties are held in high esteem by a wide circle of acquaintances.

A bountiful supper was served after which the guests departed wishing Mr. and Mrs. McDonald a long, useful and happy life.

The happy couple were the recipients of many valuable and beautiful presents, tokens of the esteem in which they are held by their neighbors and friends.

The day was also the 33d wedding anniversary of the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam McDonald of Busby.

Howard Courant February 16, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

A pretty though quiet wedding was celebrated Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at the home of Rev. A. Cullison, the officiating minister, when A. C. Force and Mrs. Minnie Schoffen were joined in marriage. The bride looked lovely in a handsome gown of champagne batiste. As they left the house to the musical strains of "Annie Laurie" they were met by a shower of rice from some of their many friends who were waiting on the porch. They have gone to housekeeping on Pine street, having the well wishes of hosts of friends.

A very pleasant evening in rural society circles was the marriage Wednesday evening, February 15, 1911, of Miss Grace Highsmith to Mr Arthur Boren, at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. M. G. Highsmith, of Paw Paw.

In the presence of 55 guests, the contracting parties preceded by Rev. __________entered (can't read)______________________________________________ wedding march rendered by Miss Jennie Highsmith. After the marriage ceremony and congratulations, the company was ushered into the dining room and seated to a superb wedding feast. The table was tastily decorated and viands served were above criticism in point of abundance and excellence.

The bride was the recipient of many useful presents.

The bride was attired in a dress of light blue silk and the groom in the conventional black.

Miss Highsmith is one of the most popular young ladies of Paw Paw and the groom is a prosperous young farmer of that neighborhood.

About 10 o’clock an awful noise wac heard outside the house. It was the charivari crowd and they were invited in and treated to cigars and cake. Everybody then went home after wishing them a long and prosperous wedded life.

Howard Courant - March 30, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

At the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Talitha Dougherty on North Wabash, on Wednesday evening, March 22, Sam Dolen and Miss Jessie Dougherty were married, Rev. Nichols performing the ceremony. A small company of relatives and intimate friends of the happy couple witnessed the interesting event, after which all sat down to a six o’clock dinner.

The bride and groom are both natives of this neighborhood and have lived here all their lives. They are highly respected by all who know them and that they will have a happy and useful wedded life is the hope and belief of all.

They went at once to their farm home, just west of town, where Sam had everything nicely arranged to welcome his bride, and where they will be at home to their friends after April 5th.

Howard Courant - March 23, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

At the home of the bride’s father Mr. Sanford Biddinger, northeast of Howard, at 12 M., Sunday, March 19, Miss Maude Biddinger and Mr. Walter C. Webster. Elder S. N. Fear officiating.

The ceremony was witnessed by many friends of the bride and groom, and they received many useful and valuable presents.

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Webster are among the best and most popular of the young people in that section of the county and all their friends congratulate them on the step they have taken.

They will make their home on the Webster ranch east of Howard.

Married
At the home of Elder S. N. Fear in this city, Wednesday, July 12, 1911, Mr. Oris Boulton and Miss Chrissie Eley, both of this city. Elder Fear Officiting.

Mr. Boulton is an old citizen of Howard and has may friends who congratulate him on his marriage.

Mrs. Boulton is not so well known but has the friendship and respect of all with whom she has made acquaintance.

They are at home in the Lorance residence in the northwest part of town.

Howard Courant, July 20, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married
At the home of Probate Judge A. Cullison in this city, Wednesday July 19, 1911, at 10 a.m., John Eggers, of Louisville, Kansas, and Miss Mary Ellen Highsmith of this city. Rev. A. Cullison officiating.

Mr. Eggers lived in Paw Paw township but laely moved to Louisville, Kansas, where he is working at the carpenter trade. Mrs. Eggers is one of our most popular young ladies and has held a responsible positon in the Tate real estate company for the past six months.

Howard Courant - August 24, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Thompson in this city, Tuesday morning, August 22, 1911, at six o’clock, Miss Alma M. Thompson and Mr. Dorus Bascom of Ft. Collins, Colorado. Only the immediate relatives were present at the service, Rev. T.A. Nichols officiating.

Preceeding the ceremony Miss Hazel Thompson sang “Beautiful Garden of Roses” with Blossom Thompson as accompanist.

The ceremony was performed beneath a beautiful canopy of flowers, the ring service being used.

Alma is a graduate of H.H.S., also of Baker University and was lately awarded a life diploma by the State Board of Education. For the past three years she has served as assistant principal and late principal of the Howard High school. During her years of service in the High school she was the beloved teacher and helper of every high school student.

Dorus is also a graduate of H.H.S. and of Kansas State Agricultural college. For the past year he has held a splendid position as secretary of the Y. M. C.A. of Colorado Agricultural college at Ft. Collins. He was re-elected to the position for another year. Dorus lately returned from Chicago and Lake Forest, Illiniois, where he has been taking special Y.M.C.A. work.

After a delightful three course breakfast, they left on the morning passenger and after September first will be at home at Ft. Collins, Colorado.

The well wishes of everybody accompany them to their home in Colorado.

Howard Courant - December 28, 1911
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. N. G. Harris, on Christmas day, their daughter, Leona B. to John D. Larkin of Des Moines, Iowa. Promptly at five o’clock p.m. the bridal couple entered the parlor to the strains of a wedding march, which was beautifully rendered by Miss Grace Grant. The bride’s sister, Mrs. R.A. Maxey sang “Tis You,” just before the couple took their place. The bride wore a dress of white messaline satin trimmed in tinsel bugle beaded fringe. The bridal veil was trimmed in a wreath of lilies-of-the-valley completed the trousseau. The groom wore the conventional black. Miss Tyla Maxey carried the ring in a white rose and the ceremony was successfully conducted by the officiating minister, O.L. Weir, pastor of the Baptist church.

The bride is well known in Howard, having been reared in this community, and is quite an accomplished young lady, who has a host of friends. The groom is manager of the People’s Popular Magazine, which is located in Des Moines, Iowa. He controls a large and extensive force of representatives and is quite a promising young man. Their tour will extend through the Southern States, visiting Galveston, New Orleans, Florida, and up to Bridgeport, Conn., after which they will be at home to their friends in Des Moines, Iowa. Their many friends extend hearty congratulations.

Howard Courant - January 4, 1912
Submitted by L. Morgan

At the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Clampitt, of Bolivar, Mo., Miss Wilda L. Clampitt and Howard L. Bethard were married Sunday, December 24, 1911, by Rev. H. Phillips of the Baptist church.

The young couple came to Longton Monday and went to housekeeping in the Greene property on North Kansas Avenue.

Mr. Bethard, the son of Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Bethard, has grown to manhood in this community and the Clampitts lived near Longton for a year, and both parties have many friends to wish them every happiness in their wedded life.--Gleaner.

Howard Courant - November 20, 1913
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, at the Catholic church at Moline, Wednesday morning, November nineteenth, at six-thirty, Miss Margaret Prentiss of Howard, to Mr. Grayson A. Bellman of Klamath Falls, Oregon, Rev Father Egan performing the beautiful service.

Mendelssohn's Wedding March was played by Miss Hazel Keifer of this city.

An elaborate wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Ed Walker, immediately after the ceremony.

Out of town guests were Mrs. George A. Shyrock of Independence, Miss Opal McClamroch of Wichita, Mrs. Hanlon of Caney, Mrs. Theodore Cox and Miss Hazel Keifer of Howard and Burr Best of south of Moline.

These young people need no introduction, to the people of Howard. The bride has lived in Howard all her life, and is loved by the entire town and community. And has for many years been head saleslady for the Smith & Goodwin dry goods store.

The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Bellman, who conducted a store in Howard, some thirteen years ago, but who are now in business at Klamath Falls. Grayson is a young man of business ability, and has made a success.

They left Moline at 9:45 a.m. for Caney and other points, for a few days visit before returning to their future home, coming through Howard early Saturday morning.

The entire community join the Courant in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Grayson Bellman a long and happy wedded life.

They will be at home at Klamath Falls, Oregon after December 1st.

In the marriage and going away of Mrs. Margaret Prentiss Bellman, to Oregon, Howard loses a most rare character; a girl educated in our public schools and employed in our leading business firms; one who through her geniality has won the admiration of this entire community, both young and old, and they feel her loss with a deep regret. In the social circles, clubs and different societies she will be greatly missed, and in the business firm of Smith & Goodwin, where she was employed for so many years, both employers and patrons who she has so faithfully served have occasion to feel a loss. Margaret Prentiss was a real true friend--your sorrows were indeed hers, your joys her pleasures. In the short eight years this writer has been connected with this little print shop, she has been a loyal true friend to the editor of the Courant, Pip and Sofy, and last summer when she resigned from her work at the store, her smiles and daily "hello's" as she passed the print shop doors, were greatly missed. I certainly wish her well in her new life and home--I wish her happiness supreme, and sincerely hope that Margaret Prentiss's friends will find occasion to hand her all her "bouquets" while she is here to enjoy them.--Sofy Daniels.

Miss Ethel Pervines, and Mr. Gay Eaton, of Union Center township, were married Sunday April 12, 1914, at the home of the bride's parents five miles east of Howard. Elder S. N. Fear, officiating.

Mrs. Eaton is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Pervines, has lived all her life in this vicinity, and is a recent graduate of the Howard High school. She taught a term of school the past season near Elk Falls. Mr. Eaton is a young farmer living twelve miles northwest of Howard and has many and warm friends.

They will make their home on the J. B. Eaton farm west of Howard, and all wish them great happiness.

A very pretty home wedding took place at the home of the bride's parents east of town, on Wednesday, April 22nd, when Miss Bertie Anderson and Mr. Leslie Wisner were united in marriage by the Rev. T. A. Nicholas.

The invitations read "high noon" and promptly at the hour, and to the wedding march played by Miss Opal Mason, Miss Anderson and Mr. Wisner preceded by Miss Katherine Kling and Mr. Rech, came in and took their places under a white and pink bower, and there, made the ever old, and at the same time ever new, promises to each other. The bride wore white and carried bride's roses and the bride's maid wore a gown of pink.

After the ceremony the wedding party repaired to the dining room, where as abundant feast had been prepared, and no one evidenced any failure of appetite because of excitement due to the occasion.

Accompanied by some of the friends to Severy, Mr. and Mrs. Wisner left for a short trip to Missouri.

The following relatives and friends were present: Mr. and Mrs. Saint Anderson, Misses Edith and Olive Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Wisner, Mrs. Wisner, grandmother of the groom, Rev. and Mrs. T. A. Nichols, Mrs. M. E. Ayres, Miss Eva Ayres, Mr. A. T. Ayres, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Kling, Mrs. Vice and Mr. Russell Vice.

Howard Courant - January 7, 1915
Submitted by L. Morgan

A very beautiful affair was the quiet wedding of Mr. Ira N. Rutherford and Miss Grace Akers. Two of Howard's most esteemed young people.

The wedding took place at the home of the bride, three miles north west of Howard, Wednesday evening Jan. 6, at 6 o'clock sharp. The wedding song and march was beautifully rendered by Miss Cleo Rutherford, the grooms sister. The happy couple took their places for the ceremony under a tastefully arranged decoration with the wedding bells directly overhead. After the ceremony which was said by Rev. T.A. Nichols, the company repaired to the cozy dining room with its table beautifully spread with all those innumerable best cooked and delicately prepared things that mean so much pleasure and delight of such an occasion.

The young couple were the recipients of many beautiful presents. They have the best wishes of many friends for long life and happiness.

They will make their home on the farm just north of the groom's father, Mr. Rutherford.

Howard Courant, June 17, 1915
Submitted by L Morgan

Married, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Boren in Howard, Wednesday evening, June 16th, 1915, Edgar Patrick and Miss Ruth Highsmith, both of this community. Rev. Sherman of the Christian church officiating. Mr.and Mrs. Patrick left for Colorado this morning for a few weeks stay during the summer. They have the best wishes of their many friends.

Howard Courant - June 24, 1915
Submitted by L. Morgan

Moline Advance: At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sheel, north of town, Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock, Miss Ruth Sheel and Mr. Charlie E. Durbin. Rev. J. H. Sutton of the Methodist church of Moline, performed the ceremony.

About seventy-five relatives and close friends of the couple witnessed the ceremony and as tokens of their esteem presented them with numerous valuable and beautiful presents consisting of silver and aluminum ware and linen.

Mrs. Durbin is an estimable and charming young lady who has taught school in this county for the past few years. She has a host of warm friends who wish her success and happiness in her married life.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Durbin, a graduate of the Moline High school and by occupation a rural mail carrier out of the Moline post office. He is industrious and accomodating in disposition. He has purchased the 10 acre property formerly owned by Joseph Hebb just north of town and the happy couple will make their home there after the first of next month.

Howard Courant - July 1, 1915
Submitted by L. Morgan

The marriage of Miss Clara Ida Forsyth and Mr. Carl R. Perkins was solemnized at 8:30 o'clock last Thursday evening, June 24, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Forsyth.

Rev. T.A. Nichols former pastor of the Methodist church of this city, read the ring ceremony in the presence of the immediate relatives and a few friends of the couple. The service took place in the parlor which was beautifully decorated with pink and white bride's roses and ivy.

Mr. Eugene Thompson played the Swedish wedding march and accompanied Miss Ruth Barackman, who sang, "O, Promise Me." The bride was beautifully gowned in white crepe meteor, accordian plaited, with pearl bead trimming. Her veil, reaching to the bottom of her skirt, fell from a pearl bandeau. She carried a bouquet of pink and white bride's roses.

After the ceremony, the guests were led to the dining room which was decorated with pink and white roses, carnations and ivy. A large basket of bride's roses formed the centerpiece. Delicious refreshments in two courses were served.

Mr. and Mrs. Perkins left Friday morning for California on their wedding trip. After August 1st they will be at home at their residence west of Howard.

The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Perkins, west of Howard, and was born and raised in this vicinity. He is a graduate of the Howard High school, is a fine business man and a good farmer. In fact Elk county never produced a finer young man than Carl R. Perkins.

The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Forsyth and was born and raised in the same neighborhood, is also a graduate of the Howard High school and taught school last winter. She is a pretty, sweet and intelligent young lady, and worthy of the young man who claimed her as his bride.

All rejoice with them in their happiness and with the Citizen wish them continued prosperity and long life.

Howard Courant - September 23, 1915
Submitted by L. Morgan

A very pretty home wedding occurred on Thursday evening September 16th at 8:30 o'clock, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Millard Monical, when their daughter Calista M. was joined in marriage to Harold C. Richards. The ceremony was performed by O.L. Weir, pastor of First Baptist church of Howard in the presence of a number of relatives and friends.

Immediately after the ceremony the guests repaired to the dining room where they were served with delightful refreshments.

Mr. and Mrs. Richards left Saturday morning for Kansas City and other points, and will be at home to their many friends after October 1st.

The writer joins with their many friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous journey through life.

Howard Courant, December 30, 1915
Submitted by L Morgan

Married December 25, 1915, at 5:30 a.m. by Rev. S. D. Anderson, at his home in Howard, Mabel R. Spencer of Howard, and John William Davis of Severy. After the ceremony they returned to the home of the bride's parents, Mr.and Mrs. Joe Spencer for breakfast. Immediately afterwards they took the train for Severy, eating Christmas dinner with the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaiah Davis. On Monday they went to Independence to visit friends expecting to return to Severy the latter part of the week and will go to housekeeping the following week.

Mr. and Mrs. Davis were born and raised in Elk county and have many friends who unite in wishing them a happpy wedded life.

Howard Courant, December 30, 1915
Submitted by L Morgan

Ralph R. Young and Blanche Hughes were joined in marriage on Friday December the 24th, at 8 o'clock p.m., at the home of the bride, two and one-half miles north of Howard. The ceremony was performed by O.L. Weir, pastor of the First Baptist church of this city, in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Immediately after the ceremony the guests repaired to the dining room where a delightful supper was served.

The groom is one of Elk county's successful teachers and the bride is a charming young lady of many noble traits.

Mr. Young has rented Mr. Hughes' farm and the young couple will be at home to their many friends at the P.K. Hughes residence two and one-half miles north of this city.

The writer joins with their many friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Young a happy and prosperous life.

Howard Courant, April 20, 1916
Submitted by L Morgan

A double wedding, which was very much of a surprise to friends of the participants, took place at Independence Wednesday, April 12, 1916, when Miss Ora M. Timmons and Lofton E. White and Miss Elsie M. Wicker and Harry B. Leckliter were united in marriage. Probate Judge Roy Osborn performed the ceremony.

The young ladies are cousins. On Tuesday afternoon they went to Longton, Mr. White went to Moline and Mr. Leckliter whose home is in Howard, met him there. They left Moline on the night train and were joined by the girls at Longton, then all went to Independence, where the girls were guests of Mrs. W. V. Linville. The party returned to Longton Wednesday afternoon and after a wedding supper at the home of another cousin, Mrs. Lettie Bailiey, they were accompanied by Mrs. Bailey,and Waldo McKay, came to the Timmons home where they were met by a large crowd of friends who charivaried them.

Mrs. White is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Timmons and Mrs. Leckliter is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Wicker, both highly respected and very popular young ladies and among Elk county's best school teachers. Mr. White is a son of Mr. and Mrs. T. P. White and a most energetic young man highly respected by everyone. These three young folks have grown up in Elk Falls and are known to everybody. Mr. Leckliter, although not well known here has a reputation of being a fine young man. Both couples are starting out to tread the pathways of married life with the best of possibilities, and the Reflector joins their hosts of friends in extending heartiest congratulations for a long, happy and prosperous married life.

White will live in Elk Falls and Mr. and Mrs. Leckliter at Howard.--Elk Falls Reflector.

On June 1st, at 12:00 o'clock Vena Ruth Riley and Noble Sherman were united in marriage by Rev. 0. L. Weir of the First Baptist church, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. U. G. Riley, three miles east of Howard.

Mendelssohn's wedding march was played by Miss Hillis and the two marched into the room which was beautifully decorated in white and green. The bride was also dressed in white silk and carried a large bouquet of bride's roses. A number of the relatives were present to witness the marriage.

After the ceremony was performed a bounteous three course dinner was served, the table was beautifully decorated with pink and white drapery.

The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. U. G. Riley and a graduate of the class of 1916 of the Howard High School. She is a talented young lady and greatly beloved by all.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sherman, who live a mile south of Howard, where he was born and raised. Noble is a fine young man, one of the best and most enterprising young farmers in the county, and a young man whose honor and integrity is beyond question.

Mr. Sherman has but recently purchased a small farm south of town where the happy couple will make their home.

Miss Maud Small and Mr. Dave T. Jones were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Prentice Small, Wednesday, June 21st, at 8 o’clock, Rev. Harry Crane of the First M. E. church officiating. After the ceremony a bounteous three course supper was served.

The bride is the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Small and has spent most of her life in this city. She is one of Elk county’s successful teachers and is a very accomplished young lady. She was dressed in a beautiful gown made of white silk crepe de chine.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Jones of Leon, Kansas. He is one of Elk county’s prosperous farmers.

The young couple immediately went to housekeeping on their ranch near Elk Falls.

All join in wishing them a long, useful and prosperous wedded life.

Howard Courant, July 6, 1916
Submitted by L Morgan

Married, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Harris, three miles west of Howard, on Wednesday, June 28th, 1916, at eight o'clock p.m., Miss Lily Elzada Harris and Grover C. Collinsworth, of Potwin, Kansas.

Immediately preceeding the ceremony, Miss Vera Smith sang. The wedding march was played by Mrs. W. F. Elliott, sister of the bride, after which Rev. Harry E. Crane, pastor of the M.E. church of Howard pronounced the sacred words which made them man and wife.

The bride is the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Harris, is a graduate of the Howard High school and of Baker University. She has taught several terms of school successfully and is a young lady of the highest attainments and a great favorite with all.

The groom is a teacher by profession and a young man of the fine ability and good character and is making a success of his profession. He was born and reared near Potwin, attended the El Dorado High school and Brumback Academy. He graduated from the Kansas State Normal in 1912. After this he served as principal of the Rose Hill High School for two years, leaving it to assume the superintendency of the schools at Minneola, where he has organized a Barnes High school.

Besides the Harris family there were present as guests, Miss Grace Collinsworth, sister of the groom, or Potwin, Kansas; Prof. F. C. Gardner, Miss Nettie Dolen, Misses Vera and Cecil Smith, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Topliff, Mrs. Crane, and Mr. Brown, student at Baker University.

They will be at home after August 15th at Minneola, Kansas, where Mr. Collinsworth is superintendent of the schools of that city.

All their friends wish them great happiness.

Howard Courant, July 6, 1916
Submitted by L Morgan

Married, at Emporia, Kansas, Friday June 30, 1916, Miss Pearl Lorance, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P.Y. Lorance of this city, and Mr. Adam M. Guy, of Towner, Colorado.

Mrs. Guy has been one of the county's best teachers for several years, is a graduate of the Howard High school and a young lady of fine attainments and is greatly beloved by a host of friends. She was born and raised in this county.

Mr. Guy formerly lived in this county but for some time has been teaching school and ranching in Eastern Colorado. He is a young man of the best character and was a general favorite with all while a resident of this county.

The happy couple will make their home on the ranch near Towner, Colorado, and be at home after July 15th. All wish them great happiness.--Citizen

The Courant can cheerfully add to the above its congratulations and best wishes for the happiness and prosperity of this worthy young couple. We have no acquaintance with the young groom, but we knew his father and we know the family is one of the best. We have known the bride all her life, and her parents long years before she was born, for hers is a pioneer family of this county. Among the many useful and womanly accomplishments possessed by the bride, her talents as a musician and singer have made her greatly admired; she has a beautiful mezzo-soprano voice and she has many times assisted at public entertainments and social functions, to the delight of her friends and all who heard her. She will be greatly missed from Howard.

Howard Courant, July 27, 1916
Submitted by L Morgan

At 8 o'clock Wednesday morning, July 26, Miss Nettie Dolen of this township, was united in marriage with Fred C. Gardner of Howard. The wedding took place at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. William Dolen, southwest of town, and a small company of relatives and intimate friends only were present. Rev. H. E. Crane, pastor of the M. E. church performed the ceremony, the beautiful ring service being used. Just before the ceremony, J. Whit Eby sang "Oh Promise Me" by DeKoven, accompanied by Miss Leona Hedges on the piano.

An informal lunch was served, after which the newly married couple started in their auto for a trip to Colorado, their car bearing some appropriate emblems at the rear, all unbeknown to the happy Mr. and Mrs. Gardner.

The bride is the youngest daughter of Mrs. Dolen, who was born here and has lived here all her life. She has lately been a teacher in the Howard schools and is a young woman of rare personal charm and beauty of mind and character. Mr. Gardner is superintendant of the Howard schools, a place he has ably filled the past two years and will continue the work here indefinitely.

The entire community joins The Courant in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Gardner a long, happy and useful wedded life. They will go first to Cripple Creek to visit relatives, and after a few days they expect to be joined by other cars from Howard and will tour Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah for a month.

Howard Courant, May 24, 1917
Submitted by L Morgan

Married, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.E. Roberts, three miles west of Emporia, Kansas, on Sunday, May 20, 1917, at two o'clock p.m., Mr. Frank R. Reid of Howard, and Miss Margaret Roberts. Dr. Templeton, pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Emporia, officiating.

Only the parents of the contracting parties and Dr. and Mrs. R.E. Cheney and children were present.

The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lew E. Roberts and was born and raised and lived most of her life in Elk county. She is a graduate of the Howard high school and of the Kansas University. She has been one of the teachers of the Howard High school for several years. Mrs. Reid is a beautiful and accomplished young lady and popular with old and young.

Dr. Frank R. Reid was born and raised in Howard, is also a graduate of the Howard High school and attended Kansas University and is a graduate of the Kansas City Dental College. He has been practicing his profession in this city for a year or more and has a large and profitable practice.

After the ceremony the bride and groom left for Kansas City where they will visit a few days and then be at home in this city.

All wish Frank and Margaret a happy and prosperous life. They have been sweethearts since childhood and this wedding is no surprise to their friends.--Citizen

The Courant, July 5, 1917
Submitted by L Morgan

Miss Ella Priscilla Suter, daughter of Mrs. Maltby of the Youngtown neighborhood and Mr Earl C. Barnaby, of Howard, Kans., were united in marriage at the Youngtown church on Wednesday afternoon of last week, June 27. The church was decorated for the occasion in the national colors. Miss Mary Hayes played the wedding march and the bride and groom were accompanied by Miss Clara Maltby and Mr. Edward Larkins. The bride was becomingly gowned in rose taffeta and Georgette crepe, with white lace picture hat. The ceremony was pronounced by Rev. Price of Lincolnville. After the ceremony, the guests--about one hundred and twenty in number--were entertained at a reception at the school house, which was also decorated in red, white, and blue. Mr. and Mrs. Barnaby will make their home at Howard, These splendid young people have the heartiest wishes of many friends for their happiness and good fortune.--Marion record.

Howard Courant - November 3, 1921
Submitted by L. Morgan

Married, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. F. McKey in Howard, Wednesday evening, November 2, 1921, Miss Lucile Cleveland and Mr. Alton Traughber, both of Moline, Kansas, Rev. Newton A. Peck, pastor of the Howard Presbyterian Church officiating. Only members of the family were present at the ceremony.

The bride the youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Cleveland of Moline, and a sister of Mrs. Frank McKey of Howard was a graduate of the Moline H. S. and of the Journalism Dept. of Kansas University. She is a member of the Sigma Kappa Society and an accomplished and popular young business woman. She is owner and proprietor of the Cleveland Hotel at Moline and is successfully managing and operating that popular hostelry.

The groom is a popular Moline young man, was a student at K. U. and a member of the Delta Tan Delta fraternity, and has plenty of good looks and character.

The happy pair left for a short wedding trip to Tulsa, and after their return will be at home to their friends at the Cleveland Hotel, Moline.

The Courant join with their many friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Traughber a long happy wedded life.

Married at Winfield, Kas., December 24, 1921, Mr. M. S. Meade and Miss Velma M. Olmstead, both of Howard, Howard Judge White officiating.

The bride is a well-known and popular Howard young woman, a graduate of the Howard H. S. and a capable stenographer in the office of the County Attorney. The groom is a young man of fine appearance, whose home has been at Moline for many years, and is now employed in the oil development work in the fields near this city.

The Courant joins their friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Meade a long, happy and successful married life. They will make their home in Howard for the present.

On Wednesday afternoon, December 28th at the Methodist parsonage in this city, occurred the wedding of Cora Mae Baughman to Mr. John R. Short, the Rev. J. R. Creamer, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Chas. Baughman a well known farmer living northwest of Howard. She is a graduate of the Howard High School class of ‘21, and has a host of friends who love her for her fine qualities of heart and mind and the womanly graces. She is teaching a successful term of school six miles south of Fall River.

Mr. Short is a son of Mrs. Susie Masterson of Fall River, and is employed in the oil fields near this place. He seems to be a very worthy young man.

The happy couple left immediately for a short visit to Wichita. On their return they will be at home to their many friends in the neighborhood south of Fall River where Mrs. Short will finish her term of school.

The best wishes of their many friends go with them.

The marriage of Miss Margaret Corbin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Corbin and Mr. Arthur Cummins son of Mrs L. G. Cummins, was solemnized Sunday January, 29th, at the Christian church just after the close of the evening services, Rev. Lee Cochran, their pastor officiating.

The wedding was very simple but beautiful. The bride wore a lovely dress of white satin combined with georgette crepe and bead trimming.

Mr. and Mrs. Cummins are both excellent young people and have a host of friends in and around Howard, being especially popular in their home community. They are prominent members of the Howard Christian church in which thy take an active part in the work of the Sunday School and church, the bride being an accomplished musician. The groom is an energetic young farmer and they will make their home on the Phillip Smith farm near Howard.

The best wishes of the community is extended to them.

At the Catholic church Moline, Wednesday, February 22, 1922, Miss Ruth Barackman of Howard, and James F. Enright were married, Rev. Father Maloney officiating, with the beautiful and impressive ceremony of the Catholic Church. The parents of the bride and a few relatives and intimate friends witnessed the interesting event.

The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Barackman of Howard, and was born here, educated in our schools and almost all her life has been spent in Howard. She graduated from the Howard H. S., then attended Baker University and afterwards was a successful teacher in the schools of various Kansas towns and cities. She is a young woman of charming personality, attractive and popular. Her friends are numbered by the scores. Mr. Enright has only been a resident of this community about a year, coming here from Ohio and engaging in the activities of oil development. He has made many friends during the time he has been with us and he is industrious and capable in his chosen vocation.

Mr. and Mrs. Enright, after a brief wedding trip to Winfield, returned to Howard, and are now at home to their friends at Beaumont, where Mr. Enright is employed with a drilling company.

The Courant joins with their many friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Enright a long, happy an useful married life.

Miss Artie F. Reddick, age 18, became the bride of William C. Reimer age 24, on April 2nd. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Reddick of Elk Falls. She has lived and grown to womanhood in Elk county, near Howard. She has many friends here and where ever she has been and is well respected by all who know her.

The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reimer of Enid, Oklahoma. Mr. Reimer has been here only a few months, but has made many friends. He is well known near Enid and Fairmont, where he has lived and grown to manhood and is respected by all.

They will make their home near Elk Falls. Their many friends wish them much happiness and success in their married life.

At the Methodist parsonage in this city, on Sunday, May 7, at 12:15 p.m. Edwin G. Beu of Moline and Sarah Pearl Tucker of Howard were united in marriage, Rev. J. R. .Creamer officiating. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Schult of Moline.

Th bride groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Christian Beu of Moline, and is a fine young man whose industry and business integrity has made a place for his work in the employ of Dresser & Woodman hardware store of Moline.

The bride is the daughter of Mrs. W. C. Tucker who lives about five miles east of Howard. She formerly lived at Moline and was bookkeeper and stenographer for Tilton & Tilton.

Her womanly graces and charming manner befits her place as a home maker.

They went to Wichita on the Sunday evening train for a few days and will be at home to their friends in Moline after May 15th.

Last Sunday evening, May 14, at six o'clock, Glenn M. Spencer and Miss Florence Opal Barnaby were unified in holy wedlock. The marriage took place at the Methodist parsonage in the presence of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Carter, Rev. J. R. Creamer officiating.

These young people are well known to this community having lived all their lives in and about Howard. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Spencer of this city, is one the world war veterans having spent almost a year in France with the 3rd Corps Ammunition Train. Glenn is a fine young man, industrious and worthy of the best this world provides. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Barnaby. She is one of Elk county's popular school teachers, loved by all who know her. She has been employed to teach the Excelsior school next year.

They will make their home for the summer with the bride’s sister Mrs. Ben Carter where they are now at home to their many friends who wish them much happiness on their wedded journey of life.

The marriage of Miss Ramona Turner and Mr. John Blizard was announced at an informal party given at the home of the bride's parents, Monday, May 22nd. That marriage occurred at Wichita. January 18th, 1922.

A few friends of the bride were invited to see her graduation gifts. The gifts were admired, and some time spent in visiting. Delicious refreshments of angel food cake strawberries with whipped cream, and grape juice were served. Then the hostess disclosed the real purpose of the gathering by passing to the guests the book containing her marriage certificate. She requested that the guests write their congratulations in it.

The guests Ariel Smith, Ethel Beaty, Marjorie DePew, Opal Criger, Mrs. Francis Glasscock, Genevieve Tonkin, Vivian Fouts, Mary Barackman and Elizbeth Blizard.

Mrs. Blizard is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Turner of this city and is extremely popular among the younger set. She graduated from high school this spring.

Mr. Blizard is the son of Mrs. Frank Blizard, also of Howard. Their many friends join in wishing them a long and happy wedded life

Mary Gertrude Weyrauch and Allen Leo Loyd were united in marriage Wednesday, May 31st at 9 o’clock at St. Mary’s Church, Moline, Kans. The ceremony was performed by Rev. P. J. Maloney.

The bride is the cecond daughter of Mrs. M. E. Weyrauch of west of Howard. She is a charming young lady and loved by all who know her.

The groom is the third son of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Loyd of Union Center township. He has lived near Howard all his life and is well known in this community.

Allen is a very industrious young man and well liked by all who know him.

After the ceremony a bounteous dinner was served at the home of the bride’s mother. All the relatives of the bride and groom and their intimate friends were present. Many beautiful gifts were received by the happy couple. They left today for a short trip to Winfield and Wichita and will be at home to their many friends in Howard after June fourth.

Mr. Gorden Buford McKinney of Howard, Kansas, and Miss Lillian A. Bennitt of Elk Falls, Kansas, were united in marriage on the evening of May 24, 1922, at the home of the bride’s parents, three miles north of Elk Falls.

This was a pretty home wedding, typical of the spring season, with many beautiful roses and evergreens for decoration.

Miss Myrtle Wilmore of Emporia played the wedding march and the Rev. J. A. Pratt of Longton officiated, using the ring ceremony.

The guests present were: Judge Ayres and wife, Mrs. T. J. McKinney, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bennitt, Mr. Parks McKinney, Russell McKinney, Mr. and Mrs. Harve Buskirk and little Miss Helen Louise, and Mr. Bert Shapland, all of Howard; Rev, and Mrs. Pratt, and two children of Longton; Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Bennitt, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Jones and Master Rowland, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Jones, Carl and Donald Bennitt. and Harvey and Hallie Lomon of Elk Falls and Miss Myrtle Wilmore of Emporia.

The bride and groom received many pretty and valuable presents. After the ceremony a splendid wedding dinner was served in courses, by the two Mrs. Jones and Miss Wilmore, after which the guests departed, leaving warmest congratulations and best wishes for the newly weds.

Every since the old Hymenal festivals of ancient Greece, marriage ceremonies have come first in point of beauty and gladness. The old classic order of simplicity and beauty - of solemnity and joy - can yet be retained on such occasions as was evidenced at one of the most beautiful and impressive ceremonies witnessed here for many years, when Miss Opal Perkins of Howard and Mr. Paul Thompson of Grenola took their marriage vows at the alter of the Presbyterian Church on the afternoon of Jun 28, at four o'clock.

The lovely new church chapel supplied in every way the atmosphere of classic beauty. At the altar, above the railing from which hangs a rich green velvet drop ferns were trained artistically. The background also was of ferns, banked high, with palms on either side. Vases of sweet peas gave color and elusive fragrance to the scheme.

The guests were relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, together with a few of their most intimate friends.

At four o'clock, with the chapel bathed in soft light of afternoon, the ceremony opened with the song, "O Promise Me," beautifully rendered by Mrs. Katherine Vinette. Following that the bridal party entered to the Wedding March from Lohengrin, played by Miss Gladys Jones of Topeka.

The bride was beautifully dressed in a soft white canton crepe, Grecian in its long and flowing lines. The bridal veil was fastened with lilies of the valley, and the bride's bouquet was of white roses showered with lilies of the valley.

The groom was dressed in the conventual black.

The bride's maid, Miss Alice Perkins, was tastily dressed in pink silk with a soft white hat. She also carried a bouquet of roses. Mr. R. J. Thompson of Grenola was best man.

The marriage rites were read by Dr. Horn of the Presbyterian Church, while Miss Jones played softly on the piano McDowells "To a Wild Rose." The ring ceremony was used.

When the service was completed the party and guests left the church to the Recessional, and all departed to the bride's home where they were served delicious iced fruit punch, brick ice cream and cake, while music was furnished Miss Gladys Jones and Miss Ruth Smith. At this time too, be guests saw the many beautiful wedding gifts which were on display.

After the reception, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson started in their car for Wichita on their way to Colorado for a two weeks honeymoon. The bride was cleverly dressed in a blue cape dress with hat to match. Gaiety held sway at the departure and the bride and groom left amid a shower of rice in a car all decorated for them with placards and ribbons.

The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Perkins of Howard, having lived the most of her life in and about this city. She graduated from the Howard High School and from the College of Emporia where she was elected to the Athenas, a scholarship organization. For two years she has been instructor in the high school English, one year at Coldwater and one at Howard. Her success as a teacher was most marked, her efforts in literature, debate and newspaper work having been invaluable to the schools where she taught.

Her work also in the church deserves especial notice for she has rendered help in all departments whenever help was needed as teacher or co-worker anywhere.

All who know Mrs. Thompson know her to be not only capable but charming to meet and delightful to know, one who stands herself as the greatest tribute paid to womanhood - a lovely woman.

Mr. Thompson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Thompson of Grenola. He is well known and liked throughout the county as a young man of sterling worth and high ability. At present he is cashier of the Grenola bank. He served his country in the late Word War, and it was while he was in this service that he met Miss Perkins. It has been another war romance realized in time of peace.

All the friends of the young couple, and they are legion, wish them a wealth of happiness and all the good things which they so richly reserve. R.S.

Miss Helen Stewart Ames and Mr. C. Harold Mullendore were married Sunday, October 8, 1922. at the home of the bride’s parents in Moline.

Miss Ames is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin E. Ames of Moline and Mr. Mullendore is the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Mullendore of west of Howard. Two of Elk county’s prominent families are united by this marriage and two of the finest young people have joined their lives together as man and wife.

Harold is in the banking business at Wynona, Oklahoma where they will make their home.

The marriage was witnessed by members of the two families and by many friends. May great happiness follow them on life’s journey is the wish of their many friends.

Last Saturday evening, December 9, Miss Elizabeth Blizard of Howard was given in marriage to Mr. Lawrence A. Rodin of Longton, Rev. J. R. Creamer officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Frank Blizard and is a very efficient and capable young woman and will be a fine home maker for the man she has accepted as her life companion.

Mr. Rodin is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Rodin of Longton, and is a fine appearing young man and is to be congratulated upon his choice of a companion.

The happy couple left on the evening train, Saturday evening for a short wedding trip. On their return they will be at home to their many friends at Longton.

The community joins in wishing them long life and much happiness.

Howard folks were much surprised Sunday to hear that a double wedding had taken place the night before, Saturday, May 13th, and that two popular Howard girls had been married to two out-of-town young men.

Charles J. Beu, an Elk county boy and son of one of our prominent farmers, and Miss Anna O’Sullivan an attractive young Howard girl, who with her parents have lived in this city for several months.

Mack C. Womacks of Moline, son of Mrs. Florence Webb Womacks and nephew of J. J. and Frank Webb; and Miss Maxine Mays, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orval Mays of Howard.

Probate Judge F. L. Shaff performed the marriage ceremony.

This reporter is not well acquainted with any of the interested parties except Miss Maxine Mays, who we know to be one of the most popular and useful girls of Howard’s younger set, a graduate of Howard High, an accomplished pianist and singer, always ready and willing to assist in anything that needs her. She has been one of the most loyal friends of The Courant publisher ever since she was a child, and we certainly wish her a long, happy and useful wedded life.

And we are sure this community heartily wishes all these young folks the best of this world’s blessings. May they all live long and prosper.

Miss Helen M Hutton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Hutton of Bennet, Nebraska and Mr. Richard L. Montgomery, son of Mrs. Beulah Montgomery of Howard, Kansas, were united in marriage on Sunday evening, January 9, 1944, at the home of Rev. Merritt W. Faulkner in Howard.

The bride was dressed in a dusty rose crepe dress with brown accessories.

Richard is employed in one of the war industries in Wichita, where he has been, since receiving his discharge from the army. He served as a sergeant in California, the Hawaiian Islands and Texas before being mustered out of the service.

The couple will make their home at 722 Antler Street, Wichita, Kansas.

Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Lister celebrated their Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary on February 13th with a family dinner at 12 o'clock and open house from 2 until 5, when coffee and cake were served to their friends.

Irvin Lister and Mable Orin of Chautauqua county were married February 15, 1899 in Sedan with Judge Brewster officiating. They went to house-keeping on a farm 10 miles south Grenola in the Shialo District. In 1937, Mr. and Mrs. Lister moved to Grenola. To this union were born five children, four of whom were present to help celebrate the anniversary. The children are: Loren and Clarence of Howard and Mrs. Mable Bohannon and Mrs. Andrew Wilkerson of Cedar Vale, and Mrs. Marvin Grunden of De Ridder, La who was unable to be present. For many years Mr. Lister has made brooms, at one time as many as 96 brooms in one day. When orders were plentiful he would make as many as 25 dozen a month. He now owns and operates in the west part of Grenola the "Sunflower" Broom Factory. The day before their celebration, Mr. Lister made a dozen brooms to finish filling an order of 2 dozen which went to Kansas City.

The relatives enjoying the family dinner were: Mrs. Lister's sister, Mrs. Emma Hooper and daughter; Mrs. Ives Higgins of Blackburn, Oklahoma and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hooper of Mannford, Okla. These relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Lister had not seen for twenty years, Mrs. Edna Dungan, (Mr. Lister's sister); Lookeba, Okla; Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Lister and son, Hugh, Sedan; Mr. and Mrs. Newt Bohannon, Rollen Bohannon and family, Mr. and Mrs. Brown and family, all of Cedar Vale, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lister and daughter of Howard; Mr. and Mrs. Wilkerson and family of Cedar Vale and Mr. and Mrs. Earl McCloud. Those who called in the afternoon were: Mesdames Madge Demoss; C. W. Jordan; Lucille Logsdon; Oea Logsdon; Vera Jordan; Marguerite Clubine; Miss Glenner ? Jordan; Mr. and Mrs. Pal French; Mr. and Mrs. Gene Kessinger and G. L. Miller.

Due to inclement weather many friends and relatives were unable to attend.