Dr. Cole of Elgin has purchased a business lot on the east side of the square, and is preceding with the creation of a building for his stock of drugs, which he will move up as soon as he can get his building completed which be in about two weeks.
Mr. Buckley of Peru, jeweler and blacksmith has located at the Falls.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Mr. John Lee of Elgin, President of the new Board of Commissioners was in town the first of the week.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Matanzas is the name of our town and post office in the new township of Little Cana. Formerly it was known as Jayhawk.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Peru has made arrangements to have another paper started there if the county is divided.
Peru in this county, is excited over the discovery of an unknown mineral in endless quantities near town. The specimen we have seen was smelted in a blacksmith forge and resembles tin or brittania. Specimens of it have sent to various places for the purpose of having it assayed.
Submitted by Freida Wells
A vein of coal four feet thick is reported one and a half miles west of town.
A boy about 14 years of age, son of E. W. Sames, while carrying an axe on his shoulder, fell and chopped off two of his fingers.
From the Ledger of the 14th, Mr. E. W. Fay of Peru, is said to be in Texas.
Submitted by Freida Wells
The following attorneys attending Circuit Court called at the Journal office, E. W. Fay & S. P Moore, Peru; C. C. Tompkins & J. J. Miller, Elgin; Mr. Browning of Cedar Vale. The later mentioned is a whilom editor and publisher, there fore knows something of the ups and downs of newspaper life.
Submitted by Freida Wells
GEO. E. CADY and REBECCA MCLANE, JNO MESCHER and LOUISA A. MILLBURN, E. W. BRISCOE and CLEMENTINE BEASLEY, CHARLES GODLSBERRY and MARY ENNES, V.CAFREY and MARGARET EATON, R. M. GILLBREATH and TERESA NAVE, W. Q. WICKERSHAM and LKATE GILLBREATH, WILLIAM QDDY and SARAH CLARK.
Submitted by Freida Wells
A. P. GREEN has moved his family from town to his new residence on the Wild Cat.
Submitted by Freida Wells
C. F. GARNER of Sugar Grove, Fannin Co., Texas is making a short visit to his relatives near Howard.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Died - June 2nd 1874 OF _______ MRS. MARGARET BOOK. 62 years of age married 42 years, leaves spouse and 4 children. (no names given)
Submitted by Freida Wells
JOHN BAUGHMAN left Howard this week to make his future home in Colorado.
A. C. HICKMAN has bid adieu to the climate of Southern Ks to rendezous in Iowa, his former home.
WILLIAM DORY of Greenfield starts for Chicago on Monday with one hundred head of fat cattle. MR. HAYNES of this place, will ship an entire train of fat cattle next week.
(Note Canola and Greenfield are now Grenola. KS)
Submitted by Freida Wells
Last Monday morning about nine o'clock a ten year old daughter of a MR. SWANKS, who resides on Duck Creek aboaut 10 miles east of Longton, was bitten by a rattlesnake, from the effects of which death insured at 6 o'clock on the same day.
Submitted by Freida Wells
J. L. HART, of Canola and MISS KATIE THOMPSON, of Boston were joined in marriage last week.
Submitted by Freida Wells
One of D. W. FRENCH'S children died of whooping cough last Monday.
Submitted by Freida Wells
A MRS. HUGH living near Grafton; this county while hoeing in the garden on Tuesday last. She was buried on Thursday.
Submitted by Freida Wells
BROKE JAIL- Salem BERGNER was committed to the Howard county jail because of non-payment of upwards of $100, assessed against him as costs in a case of malicious prosecution. Jim PRINGLE was the jailer, and any one who knows PRINGLE known that he is very vigilant, sleeps with one eye skinned, etc. But BERGNER, wearied of the monotony of solitary confinement, broke jail Wednesday night, and is now no longer restrained of his liberty. PRINGLE says he knew from the way the fellow acted that he was going to make an effort to escape. Not one regrets the departure , however.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Notice is hereby given that my son B. ABBOTT, aged 18 years, did on the 9th day of August without cause or provocation leave his home. All persons are hereby warned not to give him credit on my account as I will not be responsible for his debts. - John ABBOT
Submitted by Freida Wells
I. A. POWELL had just finished plastering his saddlery shop.
ALTER & BLACKBURN have adorned the front of their grocery with an awning.
G. W. BURCHARD will be in Elk Falls from 25th to 29th inst. to take applications for loans in Howard County.
Mr. FLEEK, living hear town, had a horse stolen recently, and has yet recovered it. We have heard of a number of persons whose stables have been visited by suspicious fellows within the last two weeks. Enough money was raised by subscription of buy Mr. FLEEK another horse.
Messrs. MATTINGLEY and JOHNSON of Boston, called yesterday. They are strongly in favor of uniting upon some man for the Legislature who is against division of the county, no matter what point may be his preference for county seat.
The outside of the Journal is almost wholly occupied by a synopsis of a debate between J.H. COOK, a Seventh day Adventist, and J. D. McBRIAN, of the Christian or Disciple denomination. Though these discussion usually fail of convincing the minds of those who hear, a sufficient number of our readers will be interested in its perusal to repay for giving it the space it occupies.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Dr. J. T. PILE of Elgin, has been spending the past week with his Elk Falls friends.
Married on the 17th inst., at the residence of Jno. W. SEELY, by Rev. R. BAKER, Mr. John W. SEELY and Miss Phoebe A. MCWHIRT all of Howard of Kansas.
Mr. Wm HARKLERODES, of St. Joseph, MO. is visiting his daughter, Mrs. H. B KEELY, at this place. He drove through in a buddy within six days. He seems to be well pleased with the prospects of Elk Falls.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Married Aug 6th by Rev. E. A. GRAHAM at the residence of J. H. PRICE near Longton, Mr. James S. DRISKELL and Miss Mary S.SNYDER, all of Howard County Kansas.
MARRIED - BECK - BAKER, at the residence of the bride's father, on the 22nd of Aug by Rev. M. H MELTON. Mr. William BECK and Miss Ella BAKER. All of Howard.
Mr. BURCHARD has been spending the week in town, negotiating loans on real estate.
Personal - J. B. RICE, the candidate on the farmers ticket, called to see us on Sat. last.
Mr. E. S. CUMMINGS has purchased a very nice Burdett Organ for his daughter Alma.
Frank WILLIS returned from Independence on Saturday last where he had been on a visit to his family for a week or ten days.
J. Q. BURCHFIELD, of Longton will start with his family to visit friends in Indiana about Sept. 1.
September 8, 1874
J. B. RICE will speak at the school house on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7 o'clock p m.
Mrs. Dr. SAULSBERY, of Peru, announces herself as a candidate for the office of superintendent of Public Instructions.
G. P. SMITH of the reform ticket called on Sunday last found only the devil in. Sorry we were not in.
Mr. HUBBLE'S regular fare for carrying passengers to Eureka from this city is $3 and not $2 as formerly stated.
Dr. GRASS of Canola was in town yesterday. He gave us a short call.
W. W. JONES went to Thayer Thursday will return on Tue next.
A. F. GITCHELL and son have dissolved partnership. A. F. GITCHELL continues at the old stand. Chas. GITCHELL is going to engage in the sewing machine business.
Submitted by Freida Wells
GILBREATH-STURM, at the residence of Dr. R. N. HALL, on the 2nd of Sept. by Geo. F. Graham, Probate judge Mr. Nelson GILBREATH and Miss Lizzie STURM, all of Howard.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Peter Lynes has moved his house into town.
R. S. Turner had been fore sometime past, and is yet quite sick.
Mr. A. F. Gitchell has been very sick for a week past. We are glad to hear, however, that he is improving.
Cal Donaldson and wife have returned from a protracted visit.
Capt. Berry, from Iowa has rented the Sherrin Custer building which he will occupy in a short time.
Mr. Brizendine has sold his dwelling house to Mr. somebody, anyhow Mr. Rickseehers partner, for $350.
T. B. Rice who was to have spoken here last Saturday, failed to put in an appearance, for what cause we do not know.
A. B. Hicks drug store is closed up for and indebtedness of $35.
Mr. James Ogle and family from Illinois arrived in Elk Falls on Tuesday evening last. Mr. Ogle is the gentleman who purchased the Dr. Henry property.
Submitted by Freida Wells
In Ashes Our Little City Visited By The Most Disasterous Conflagration In Its History
The Loss Near Ten Thousand
A Good Servant But A Terrible Master The Fire Fiend Has Full Sway For A Time
On last Friday evening about 9:00 o'clock, just as most of the citizens were preparing to retire, the appalling cry of "fire" sounded out on the still air of night. The fire was discovered to be in the back part of W.E. Harvey's meat market, and as soon as the alarm was given, several men, who had not yet gone home, responded to the cry and rushed to the flaming building. The alarm soon spread and men, women, and children from all parts of town were soon on Main Street attracted by the bright flames which shot straight up nearly a hundred feet. The meat market and nearly every other place of business was closed but the door was burst open and then the flames came rushing through so hot that no one could face them. Work at once began to subdue the flames while part of the crowd went to work at once getting the goods and moveable property out of the offices and rooms adjourning. The buildings burned were all of wood. Commencing on the north, next to Darling's Hardware was Harvey's Meat Market, where the fire is said to have begun: then an empty building where the Smith stock of groceries, lately taken by an attachment, were stored, which building also belonged to Harvey. Next to this was a small building belonging to D.M. Reid and occupied by O.C. Shackelford with books and notions, next D.M. Reid's real estate office, then J.D. Pugh's drug store and Wells' barber shop. And last Joel Jackson's building occupied by J.L. Sollers with billiards and pool tables.
All of the buildings were one story frame erected when the town first started, and occupied until the owners could build better.
As was before stated the tike was first discovered in the rear of Harvey's meat market, and had made such headway that it was impossible to tell just where or how it originated. The fire soon enveloped this and the adjoining building and then, despite all effort, marched steadily on to the south sweeping everything before it.
Water was hard to obtain in sufficient quantifies to do any execution, although men and ú number of women too, worked with might and main with pails to check the onward progress of the destroying element. The buildings were very dry and took fire before the flames came in actual contact with them, and the heat drove those back who were trying to get near enough to throw water on the fire. It looked for a time as though our devoted little city was doomed, but fortunately there was no perceptible breeze which enabled work to be done on all sides.
When the fire had communicated to the last building, the bank of Barnes, Brown, and Denton stood next and it is fortunately built of stone two stories high and almost fire proof, although it has wooden door and window frames. Men mounted this building, and although it was a very trying place, they succeeded in keeping the fire from getting a hold on it. A number of brave men also stationed themselves on the roof of Bowdon Bro's store and ware rooms, which were of shingles, and stood their grounds amid falling cinders and fire and battled manfully to save this Melding, although it stands within less than thirty feet of where one building was a sheet of fire. By the aid of wet blankets salt and plenty of water, the building was saved although it seemed as though it would surely go, and perhaps it would had not several daring individuals got some scantlings an pushed in the side of burning building next to it.
Sparks fell around Smith Brothers barn but fortunately they have a force pump and hose which they used to good advantage to extinguish stray sparks and keep their roof wet. Fire also fell in the Rock Island lumber yard but was put out by those on the look out.
Goods were carried from the burning buildings and piled up in the streets promiscuously, and some petty thieving was done, but not much considering the amount of property exposed and the crowds allowed to pass among them at will.
When the fire became the hottest and it seemed doubtful that the bank could withstand the attack, Bowden Brothers began to remove their immense amount of dry goods and groceries and in ú short time, everything of value was out of the building. When the fire was finally subdued, the goods were put back in about as short a space of time.
On the north the work was as desperate and dangerous. Men were on the roof of Darling's Hardware and it was only by dint of hardest fighting that it was saved as the fire got under the roof back of the iron cornice on the front causing it to have to be torn away in order to get at the fire with water.
But finally, the fire began to diminish and everything was last under control. But less than an hour from the time it started, seven places of business were in ruins.
The loss will foot up nearly ten thousand dollars which is only partly covered by insurance. The Individual loss and insurance are as follows:
Everyone worked with a will and many brave acts were performed but more might have been accomplished had there been any trained organization on the ground. All seemed to be free from excitement but the work lacked direction or united effort with each individual doing what he thought best. This should be a warning and some effort should he put forth toward getting some sort of protection against fire, if it is nothing but a bucket brigade. Also let us have no more wooden buildings in the business portion of the town.
Submitted by Freida Wells
Howard Courant, August 25, 1927
John A. Miller Family Reunion
The reunion was held at the home ranch on Elk River 15 miles northwest of Howard on August 20th. This was the first time in twenty years that the family has all been at home at one time.
John A. Miller and his wife Elizabeth have five sons and six daughters all living, whose names and addresses are:
Giles H. Miller and Hobart R. Miller, Clovis, New Mexico; Mrs. Mabel Hollander, Hamilton, Kansas; Mrs. Bessie Rauch, Beaumont, Kansas, Mrs. Mary Hawkins, Sacramento, California; Mrs. Emma Johston, Enid, Oklahoma; George E. Miller and Alta Norman, Wasco, California; Buford J. Miller, Cropsey, Illinois; Chester A. Miller and Miss Nondus Miller, Piedmont, Kansas.
Mr. and Mrs. Miller are pioneers of Elk County, having come to Kansas in their childhood. Shortly after their marriage they homesteaded the ranch where they resided until 1920, when they moved to Piedmont. All the children except the oldest son were born on the homestead.
Submitted by L. Morgan
Howard Courant, August 25, 1927
Moore Family Reunion (1927)
Like a bit of Old Ireland, under a brillant Kansas sky, was the big lawn around the Tom Carter home in Howard, Kansas, on August the 20th, when the Moore family held their 4th annual reunion.
Some branches of this family was founded in the year 1855 when James and David Moore migrated from Ireland to the United States. David settled in Ohio, while James laid the foundation of his home near Piedmont, Kansas. These two gentlemen still hale and hearty, were present. Uncle Jim being 99 years old. And with him was his wife, Aunt Jane, a sweet faced little lady, almost as old as her husband. The remainder of the guests being descendants and relatives of these two "Sons of Erin.
Dinner, the bountifulness of Kansas farms, was brought in baskets and placed on the 50 foot table which was centered with tall wicker baskets of garden flowers. The crowd of 170 people formed in line, and after singing grace, marched around the table and were served in cafeteria style. Then followed the serving of cold drinks and delicious ice cream.
After an hour's visiting, a bit of green was tied on each car, which was quickly filled and the procession repaired to Athletic Park, where a game of baseball between fathers and sons was scored by the sons, also the young ladies played a short but creditable game.
Returning to the Carter home "At the end of a Perfect Day," plans were formed for the next years reunion, which will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Moore of Kansas City, Kansas. This interesting couple planning to alone entertain this large family.
Plans were then made for departure and farewells were regretfully said. Among the many changes that Uncle Jim and his brother David have seen suring their 75 years of United States citizenship, perhaps none are greater than the evolution of transportation, which has made it possible for these widely scattered relatives to gather together in a few hours driving.
Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Trueman and daughter Lela and son Junior, Mr. and Mrs. Albert E. Moore and sons Warren and Duayne; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moore, Elsie, Clyde, Vern, Opal, Hazel and Mary Edna; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Arnold, Bettie, Charles, and Wendel; Mr. and Mrs. William Moore and son, Frank, Alice and Vera Montgomery, all of Holton, Kansas.
Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Utz, Corliss, and Louise Jane, Mr. Rufus Moore and son Harry, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Hollenback, Effie Medlock, all from Barkenberg (?)
Mrs. Sarah Baughman and son Carl, Miss Mamie Baughman, Mrs. Margaret Henshaw and son Carter of Ponca City, Oklahoma.
Mrs. John Heisler and son,Jack, of Oxford, Kansas. Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Harper, Mr. and Mrs. George Riggins and son Billy of Severy, Kansas. Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Honstead and Jessie, James and Luella of Dighton, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. James Yarbrough of Blackwell, Oklahoma; Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Yarbrough of Grenola, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. George Moore of Kansas City, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Emmitt Jenkins and daughter of Springfield, Missouri; Mr.and Mrs. Alpheus Moore and Murry, Chester, and Rosa Lee; Mrs. Lena Dobbins and daughter, Lucille, from Thomas, Oklahoma.
Mr.and Mrs. J. W. Moore and daughter, Eleanor of Wichita, Mr. David Moore of Amenda, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. James Moore, Margaret, Isabelle, and Lydia Lou, of Hutchinson, Kansas; Freddie Carl Gardner of Abilene, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Murry and Alberta of Leon, Kansas; Mr.and Mrs. Allen Moore of Beaumont, Kansas; Mrs. Daisy Moore, Mildred and Hazel, (retired school teacher residing in Howard) of Pittsburg, Kansas; Mr.and Mrs. Jim Moore; A.C. Moore and daughter, Alice; Orvil Richardson and Viola, Marie and Cecil; Mrs. Anna Bowser, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hutton, James, Cecil, Earl and Mary; Freddie Bower, Lula Bowser, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Norman and Russell, Isla and Phyllis; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Powers, Gertrude and Cecil Gene; Mr. and Mrs. Dave Moore and daughter, Opal; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Wessell; Madeline Dunlap; T.W. Easley, all of Piedmont.
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Carter and daughter, Myrtle; John J. Moore; Mr. and Mrs. George Moore, Bernadine, Kathryn, Lucille, Paul, and Ruth; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Dolen, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Carter and Sammie; Mr. and Mrs. Ira Davis and Mary E., Ralph, and Ross; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest McNeal, Nellie and David; Mr. William Dolen; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harper; Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Heisler; Mr. and Mrs. stuart Moore, Millard, Charles, Harold, Rose, Dean, and Carol June; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Carter, Mary Hope (later married J. C. Wiseman)and Ruth; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moore, all of Howard, Kansas.
Other invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. Frank McKey, Loran Leckliter of Howard and Roy Benefield, Paul Kavaunaugh of Hutchinson, Kansas.
Submitted by L. Morgan
