Married 27th January by Dr. Wallace at the residence of the bride’s father in Monmouth, David E. Finley, Esq., to Miss Mary J. Gettemy, daughter of Wm. Gettemy, Esq., recently of Freeport, Ill.

Married on 10th February at the Baldwin House by Elder S.T. Shelton, Mr. Charles P. Johnson to Miss Charlotte Moore, all of Warren Co.

February 19, 1864

Married in Galesburg February 16th by Rev. Perkins, Mr. Embleton of Alawick, England to Miss Kate Beach of Cumberland, Ohio.

Died in the city Wed. at the residence of her son, J.S. Spriggs, Mrs. Elizabeth L. Spriggs in the 66th year of her age. Funeral services held at the First Presbyterian Church.

Died in Hale Twp. of scarlet fever January 28th, Hamilton R. son of Wm. and Anna M. Spence, aged 2y, 5m, 15d. Died in Hale Twp. February 3rd of scarlet fever, Sammie W. son of Wm. and Anna M. Spence, aged 6 months. Eulogy.

Died February 7th J.F. McCrery, aged 32y, 6m. The deceased was a member of the Associate Reformed Church at Cedar Creek under the care of late Rev. Porter, but due to ill health moved to Monmouth. Charter member of the 2nd Presbyterian Church in Monmouth. He leaves a wife and two children. Died January 18th, John Allen McCrery, son of above aged ly, 9m.

February 26, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that M.W. Graham, Administrator of estate of Wm. M. Graham, deceased, late of City of Monmouth Co. will attend the County Court during the April term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Thomas Graham, Executor, of estate of A.C. Gabby, deceased, late of Sumner Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that James Tucker, Administrator of estate of William L. Pittman, deceased, late of Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Henry Richardson, Administrator of estate of Thomas Carter, deceased, late of Kelly Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Elizabeth McCrery, Administrator of estate of John F. McCrery, deceased, late of Monmouth Twp. Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that A.J. Wilber, Administrator of estate of Jno. M. Wilber, deceased, late of Coldbrook Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Married in city on 23d inst. by Rev. J.B. Jones, Mr. David Ingersoll to Miss Mary T. Russel, both of Warren Co.

Married in this city 18th inst. by Rev. D.A. Wallace, Mr. William H. Beard of Co. B 59th Ill. Vol. to Miss Hannah L. Baird, of Warren Co.

Married 18th February by the Rev. John Scott at the residence of John Acheson, Esq., in Sumner Twp. Mr. A.W. Maley and Miss Mary Jane Acheson.

Public Notice is hereby given that James Wiltsey, Administrator of estate of Jacob Knabb, deceased, late of Mt. Pleasant, Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that George Morford, Administrator of estate of Frederick C. Morford, deceased, late of Roseville Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Died in Hale Twp. 15th inst. of dropsy on the heart, William H. Webb, eldest child of Wm. and Mary Webb, aged 14y, 2 weeks, 2 days. Eulogy.

March 4, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that James H. Martin, Administrator of estate of Thomas B. Graham, deceased, late of Tompkins Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the May term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Married by N.A. Rankin, J.P. on 28th February Mr. Henry Krohn to Miss Rebecca Triplett.

Married 1st March at his own residence by Rev. John Scott, Mr. Edward Hays and Miss Elizabeth Speaks.

Married 29th ult. by Rev. D.B. Jones at his own residence, Mr. John A. Cressy to Miss Jane Adams(?), both of Warren Co.

Died 8th ult. near Berwick, Orilla daughter of Wilson and Sarah Sheldon aged 21y, 5m. Her sickness was protracted and through wearisome months of suffering she wasted. Eulogy.

During the advance of the 86th Ill. against Sherman, two were killed and twelve wounded; 35th Ill. three killed and twenty wounded; Colonel Mihalotze, 24th Ills. mortally; E. Black of 85th Ill, slightly; J.M. Jordan, 60th Ill, slightly; J.H. Eaves, do. severely, D.W. Smith, 75th Ill, severely; James Penser 98th Ill, severely; Sgt. B.F. Blackford, 9th Ill, severely; J. Rankin, 84th Illinois, slightly; Bluford Gidis, 60th Ill, slightly; C.D. Maddy, do, severely, Sgt. John Euley, 80th Ill, severely.

March 11

Married in this city 9th inst. by Rev. D.B. Jones, Mr. Michael H. Powers of Xenia, Ohio to Miss Sallie J. Burnside of Warren Co.

Died at the residence of her mother near this city, 1st inst. of congestion of the lungs Mrs. Margaret A. Bruce, wife of Wm. G. Bruce, aged 26y, lm, 16d. Oquawka papers, please copy.

Thomas McClanahan, Administrator of estate of John Reynolds, deceased vs. James Reynolds, Hetta Reynolds, Hugh A. Reynolds, Amelia Reynolds, Ira D. Campbell, Dovey E. Campbell, James Campbell, John W. Reynolds, Jane Reynolds, James Pinkerton (non-resident), Jane Pinkerton (non-resident), Richey Campbell, Mary Campbell, James Pinkerton and Sara Pinkerton. Petition for sale of real estate.

March 11

A.C. Higgins writes from Clarksville on March 3. Only four members of the right wing are left in the hospital: Henry Brady, Co. D; Corp. Drennen, Simon Deihl and Henry Allen of Co. F.

Christopher C. Dickson, Administrator of estate of Chambers Wick, dec’d. vs. Catharine Wick, widow, Elizabeth Wick, Alvira Wick, Nancy Wick, Madison Wick, William Rufus Wick, Melissa Bell Wick, Curtis Wick, heirs at law of Chambers Wick, deceased. Petition to sell real estate.

Levi Hocker, guardian of George Hocker, a minor, both of Dauphin Co., Pennsylvania gives notice to sell land in Warren Co. it being the undivided one-sixth part.

March 25

A soldier by the name of Sands of Young America learned that his mother had ben abused during his absence by a man named Sam Wilcox who is known in that community as a copperhead. As a result the community became incensed, windows were broken, fire-arms discharge, etc. [Details] Whit Gilmore and Samuel Hutchinson, two noted copperheads, took the oath of allegiance. Amongst those who armed themselves in defense was Dr. Elliot. During a scuffle with McDougal, the latter was shot through the fleshy part of the arm.

We hear that Lt. Williams of this city, serving in the 1st Iowa Battery, died at St. Louis on Wednesday last.

Died February 18th of scarlet fever 5 miles west of Monmouth, John Calvin son of Thomas and Sarah McBroom, aged 5y, 2m, 2d. Eulogy.

Died in Orono, February 6th Mrs. Lucinda Henry, aged 52y, 11m, 21d. For many years sister Henry resided in Illinois and there a few years ago the loved forms of an only son and daughter, each having attained majority, were consigned to the native dust. They were followed to the spirit land by her companion and she was a widow indeed and alone, with the exception of a little girl adopted after the decease of her children. The loss of her family caused great depression of spirits and she sought sympathy and comfort among relatives in New England. Details of her last weeks. From the Augusta (Maine) Banner.

April 1

Circuit Court Proceedings: Grand Jury:

Geo Tubbs, Foreman, New York, 39, farmer

John Young, Germany, 53, farmer

Thos. Johnston, clerk, Virginia, 52,

C.F. Bissell, New York, age 56, carpenter, Ins. agent

C. Corwin, South Carolina, age 54, carpenter

Levi Lincoln, New York, 38, farmer

R. McReynolds, Virginia, age 57, farmer

H.G. Lord, New York, 56, farmer

H.M. Hervey, Pennsylvania, age 8(?)9, farmer

G.L. Church, New York, 49, farmer

Wm. Kiddoo, Pennsylvania, 46 farmer

T.D. Allen, New York, 50, farmer

E j. Meadows, Kentucky, age 62, farmer

Geo McClure, Ireland, 62, farmer

E.C. Atchinson, Tennessee, 44, farmer

B. Youmans, New York, 39, farmer

James Boggs, Pennsylvania, age 53

S. Rymer, Pennsylvania. age 48, farmer

People vs. Benjamin McFarland, indicted for assault with intent to kill John Shunick. Verdict: Guilty.

People vs. John O’Brian assault with intent to kill Thomas Branner in an Irish, drunken row. Guilty; one year in Penitentiary.

White vs. Weaver, assumpsit; venue changed to Peoria by defendant Young, Administrator vs. Joseph Weaver - Judgment by agreement $175.54 88.

Trustees of School vs. Nash et al. - dismissed

Bruyn vs. Brooks debt - dismissed at plaintiffs cost

Holloway vs. Boggess vs. Clark, ejectment - ^“not guilty^”

Boggess and Board of Supervisors - dismissed

The People for the use of &c vs. C.M. Mills, debt - verdict for defendant Ray vs. Hardin, attachment—judgment for plaintiff for $125.00

O’Neal vs. Walker et. al. - verdict for plaintiff $17.62

Babcock and son vs. Wealdey - judgment for plaintiff by agreement Baker vs. Williams - judgment and execution of last term set aside Eldridge vs. Reeves - old case; has been retried several times.

The body of Lt. James M. Williams who died at Woodville, Alabama on 18th ult. arrived in Monmouth on Wednesday. The funeral will take place at the 1st Presbyterian Church on Friday.

Married in this city on March 24th at Bay State House by Rev. D.B. Jones, Mr. Wesley Malcolm to Miss Harriet Emma Statt, both of Warren Co.

Died at her residence 3 miles south of Monmouth on the 7th ult., Mrs. Nancy Hardinbrook daughter of Allen Kelley and wife of Francis Hardinbrook. She was born in Northumberland Co. Pennsylvania on March 5th 1809. Made a profession of religion and united with Harmony Presbyterian Church in Knox Co. in 1829. Her death was sudden.

Died in this city, March 18th, Mr. James H. Hall, formerly of Montgomery Co. Kentucky.

A.P. Brown and J.B. Charlton have dissolved their partnership by mutual consent.

April 8. 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that Jno. C. Rodgers, Administrator of estate of Aniel Rodgers, deceased, late of Hale Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is given that C.M. Rodgers and John B. Graham, Exr’s, of estate of Aleri Rodgers, deceased, late of Hale Twp. Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Died February 18th of scarlet fever five miles west of Monmouth, Lizzie only daughter of William and Lucy Wilson, aged 3y, 2m. Eulogy.

Died at his residence in Hale Twp. on 27th March last, Aniel Rodgers, in 78th year of his age. Mr. Rodgers was an early settler in this part of the country, having come to it more than 30 years ago. He was consequently well known in the community and all who knew him respected him.

April 22, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that R.F.M. Wallace, Administrator of estate of Elizabeth Ellifrit, deceased, late of Cold Brook Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims. Public Notice is hereby given that Alfred Knowles, Administrator of estate of Spencer H. Smalley, deceased, late of town of Monmouth, Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that James W. Butler, Administrator of estate of John M. Butler, deceased, late of Monmouth, Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Allanson Bostwick, Administrator of estate of Wm. H. Reynard, deceased, late of Roseville, Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the June term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Married in Young America on 13th inst by Rev. Joseph James, Lt. T.M. Wright of Blandinville to Miss Emma C. Bassett, formerly of LaHarpe.

Died in Hale Twp. on 5th inst. Mr. S.H. Smalley in the 65th year of his age.

Died at Fort Donelson, Tennessee, on April 7th of disease of the heart, Thomas J. Baugh, age 32y, 10, 2d. He was born in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Co. Ill. and on 2 March 1854, he was married to Miriam A. Hardenbrook. Long article about military career and decision to return to Fort Donelson after discharge. He was buried there.

April 29, 1864

Harrison M. Wilson, age 17 years, a nephew of Mr. Reuben Wilson of this city and John H. Fisher, deaf mutes were both killed on the Terre Haute and Richmond Railroad near Indianapolis, IN on 28th ult. They were walking on the track and being deaf did not hear the Engineer’s whistle. They were students in the Deaf and Dumb Institution at Indianapolis.

Died at Woolville, Alabama, on 18th March last 1st Lt. James Williams of 1st Regt. Artillery aged 29y, 4m. Lt. Williams was a native of Philadelphia, and removed to Monmouth in 1857. He married on 28 March 1861 Miss Martha Coiner, who survives him. On August 17th 1861, he enlisted in the 1st Iowa Battery and was ordered to Missouri. He participated in the battles of Sugar Creek, Pea Ridge and the march through Arkansas to Helena. After Helena, he returned home sick. Later, he was transferred to Tennessee, and participated in the terrible march of Sherman’s Corps from Corinth to Chattanooga and the almost incessant battles along the way. He was in the battle of Tuscumbia in the three day’s battle of Cherokee at Cane Creek, Lookout Mountain, Missionary Ridge and Ringgold.

        The incessant marching wore him away. At last, attacked by dysentery, he sank under it. His last days were cheered by the company and the care of his father.

        He was promoted to 2nd Lt. after battle of Pea Ridge and 1st Lt. after the march to Helena. Among the brave and noble heroes who have sealed their devotion to their country write the name of James Williams.

May 6

Married April 21st by Rev. J.H. Nash, Mr. James T. Bass to Miss Margaret J. Cummings, both of Warren Co.

Married May 3rd at the residence of the bride’s mother in Monmouth by Rev. D.A. Wallace, D.D., Rev. Daniel Harris to Miss Lydia Reed, all of Monmouth:

May 20

The Warren Lodge No. 160 IOOF passed a resolution of respect for Dr. Reason Ingram, who departed this life on 8th inst.

May 27

Ira E. Harsh writes from camp near Roseville, Ga. On April 20th John Miles of Knox Co. wrote describing the progress of the war.

Muster Roll of the 100 days service Company:

Wm. S. McClanahan, Capt.                    D.S. Hardin 2nd Corp

Guy Stapp 1st Lt                                 J.F. Ridlon 3rd Corp.

J.A. Findley 2nd Lt.                              R. McConnell 4th Corp.

O.G. Given 1st Sgt.                             S J. Stewart 5th Corp.

Wm. H. Abrams 2nd Sgt.                      J.W. Brook 6th Corp.

C.M. Stephenson 3rd Sgt.                     DJ. Cathcart 7th Corp.

E.P. Burroughs 4th Sgt.                        J.A. Gettemy 8th Corp.

A.B. Struthers 5th Sgt.                         J.W. Lusk, Drummer

J.C. Leslie, 1st Corp.

Privates

Allen, James

Frasier, George

McDill, Jno A.

Allred, Francis

Frisbee, Eugene

McIntire, D.

Anderson, J.O.

Gettemy, J.C.

McKinnery, (---)

Acheson, J.

Gibson, D.S.

McLean, Jas

Avenill, C.P.

Giles, J.R.

McReynolds, D.W.

Babcock, J.P.

Graham, S.L.

Nelson, S.B.

Bailey, D.B.

Graham, Wm. F.

Newbanks, Robt

Barrett, W.H.

Hall, E.E.

Paine, B.W.

Bassett, F.L.

Hardin, H.D.

Rump, W. F.

Beveridge, And.

Henderson, C.

Reed, Daniel

Bickett, A.H.

Henderson, J.T.

Reed, J.B.

Boyd, Geo S.

Herdman, F.A.

Runge, J.C.

Brown, Wm.

Johnson, Wm. F.

Schualser, Geo B.

Caldwell, A.P.

Jones, Tom

Scott, Winfield

Campbell, J.W.

Kennedy, Pat

Scarlet, C.C.

Carson, F.M.

Kidder, Almon

Sellect, C.G.

Claycomb, Samuel

Killian, W.E.

Stevenson, R.E.

Cooper, Wm.

Kerr, S.F.

Stewart, E.T.

Crawford, Jas S.

Knapp, H.H.

Stockton, Samuel

Davis, A.A.

Liggett, J .B.

Taylor, Jno

Davis, C.F.

Madden, J.H.

Truol, R.

DeCook, Henry

Mannon, S.E.

Wallace, D.M.

Duncan, B.A.

Marshall, F.M.

Walker, W.J.

Earp., D.D.

Mitchell, Wm. B.

Watson, Bob

Findley, S.S.

McAdams, Geo

Woods, Wm. S.

Foster, M.S.

McAdams, W.

Young, Wm. B.

In October 1857 charges were preferred against Chancy [sic] Hardin and the committee who tried the case now feel his expulsion from the church was unwarranted. Edward Burns, Simon Firevoid, Robert Brown, Geo A. Samson, Christopher Swiler and Newton Barr.

Married 20th of May at the residence of Mr. William Kingden about 2 miles south of Cameron by Elder S.T. Shelton, Mr. Isaac Marks to Miss Nancy J. Chapman, both of Monmouth.

Public Notice is hereby given that Mary Bell, Administrator of estate of R.T.K. Bell, deceased, late of Hale Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the August term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that James Worden, Administrator of estate of Paul Salter, Sr., deceased, late of Young America, Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the September term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

June 3, 1864

James J. Wilson writes from Kingston, Georgia on May 21 giving casualties from Co. C, 36th Ill. Killed: Daniel Baldwin, shot through the lungs; James Daris shot through the heart. Wounded: Lt. Jacob Sands, struck by piece of shell on foot; foot amputated. Sgt. J.A. Porter, stuck on the head by a limb from a tree; Sgt. John W. McCoy, finger shot off. Corp. Samuel N. Wilson struck in the hand by a piece of shell, slight; Pvt. Robert J. Caldwell, arm, slight; Geo W. Nichols, finger shot off; Jams P. Barton, shot in the head, supposed mortal.

Andrew Thompson wrote his mother from near Kingston, Georgia.

Married in this city on 25th ult. by D.B. Jones at his own residence, C.P. Jackson of Stark Co. to Miss MA. Lacy of Warren Co.

June 10, 1864

J.E. Laferty wrote from near Dallas Georgia on May 27th, when the 102nd Regt. was burying the dead. Co. E 102nd: Cook was killed; John McCutcheon wounded, thought mortally. M. Oswalt lost a leg. Friday they marched into battle. Man named Harvey killed in Co G. Wounded: Sgt. Tidball, slight; Corp. Rothrock, not dangerous; Henry Middaugh, dangerous. J. Bentz, slight, J. Laughead, slight; J. Carmichael, serious. L. Carson wounded in right hand which was takn off today. Lt. Willets had a hole shot through his hat.

Died June 2nd Sarah E. daughter of B. Parker, Esq. of this city, aged 11y, 4m. Eulogy.

Public Notice is hereby given that R.C. Stewart, Administrator of estate of Benjamin F. Hill, deceased, late of Hale Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the August term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that P.F. Hogue, Administrator of estate of James H. Hogue, deceased, late of Tompkins Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the September term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

June 17

Details of escape from jail of John Day who was there for larceny of Nathaniel Allen.

Married in this city on 11th inst. by Rev. D.B. Jones at his own residence, Mr. James M. Ayres to Miss Almira Phillips, both of Warren Co.

June 24

Charley Melville writes from near Dallas, Georgia, on June 1. D.P. Baldwin of Co. C 36th Ill. was killed—known as “Little Dan.^” Lt. Sands left a foot in the amputating room. Sgt. Porter was struck down, not to rise again. Caldwell and Nichols both wounded. They bore their sufferings without a murmur. At Adair, 30 more of our boys fell. James Davis, an orphan boy of Co. C, was killed and McCoy, Barton and Sam’l Wilson were wounded. Details of battle of the 25th. Lt. Turnbull shot in the knee. Last night the Ord. Sgt. of Co. A of the 36th had his right arm amputated. Orderly, James I. Wilson had some close calls but is all right.

Killed in battle at Spottsylvania [Va.] on May 19th, Lemuel E. Tubbs, grandson of Lemuel Tubbs of Tompkins Twp.

July 8, 1864

Died at his residence in Spring Grove July 4th, Elias Winbigler, aged 54 years.

July 15

O.M.R. writes from near Marietta, Georgia on June 29th. “Again has the gallant 36th met the enemy.” In Co. C, Sgt. Geo N. Mercer was struck by a bullet in the lower jaw. John Wilson was wounded through the right arm. They both have gone to Chattanooga. Jack Snodgrass was struck in the ankle; his leg had to be amputated. Harlen E. King is “unconcerned about the port hole through his left thigh.” Little James Barton, who was wounded at Adairville is now in Chattanooga and doing well. His skull was fractured, but is all right now.

Died 9th inst. Mary Isabel, child of Samuel & Rebecca Merryfield.

July 22

We learn from the Oquawka Spectator that Thad. A. Kinsloe was tried by court martial upon the charge of desertion, due to his overstaying his time during the sickness and subsequent death of his young and interesting wife. Mr. Harris succeeded in having the verdict set aside and an order forwarded for Thad’s release.

Married July 14th at the residence of the bride’s father, J.D. Madden, Esq. by Rev. D.G. Bradford, Capt. William James 33rd USCT and Miss Maggie J. Madden of Monmouth.

July 29

From the Will Co. Republican: On Thursday, Theron Barbour of Monmouth, Ill who was visiting his brother-in-law, Mr. L.S. Parker of Lockport, accidentally shot himself while practicing with a revolver in the office of the latter. He was a signal man doing business in Monmouth -- was 30 years of age. He died about two hours after the accident. Young Barbour was brother of E.C. Barbour of Madison Ind. and uncle of Geo R. Barbour of Monmouth. His remains were brought to Monmouth.

Ann M. Gibson vs. James S. Gibson. (non-resident) Bill for Divorce.

August 5, 1864

On 24th April last a little son of Mayor Cowan, about 5 1/2 years, swallowed a piece of glass. An operation was performed, but it was not located. Although he bled from the lungs for several days, he recovered. On Thursday last, a door was accidentally shut violently against him and the offending bead was thrown up.

A.C. Higgins reports sickness is increasing at Fort Donelson. Daniel B. Eilenberger died yesterday morning. He had been in the hospital a week with a severe attack of dysentery. The universal testimony of officers and soldiers was that Mr. Eilenberger filled his place well and faithfully in his connection with the army. The deceased leaves a wife and several children.

Samuel S. Wallace is in a rather critical condition with remittent fever. Lt. Pierce of Co E was reported dangerously sick.

2nd Lt. James P. Dickson of Co. L, 12th Ill Cay. died of fever in hospital at Donelisonville, La. on the 18th ult.

Married in this city by Rev. D.B. Jones on July 28th, Marquis Giddings to Miss Mary C. Sheffield, both of Warren Co.

August 12

Charley Melville writes ^“almost from Atlanta” that Thos. R. Pollock of Co. C was wounded on 22nd or 23rd in the wrist and may lose his hand.

Dr. Mitchell, formerly of Monmouth, arrived at Fort Donelson by train. His son, John, was in a critical condition—not expected to live—from malignant attack of bilious fever. However, he is better. Samuel Wallace is improving.

Married at the home of the bride in Monmouth, August 9th by the Rev. J. Christian Miller, Joseph A. Baker of Chicago to Miss Carey Morey.

Public Notice is hereby given that Wm. Graham and R.E. Salle, Exr’s of the estate of Ezekiel Terpenning, deceased, late of Kelly Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the October term to settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Geo. W. Heard, Administrator of estate of William Wess, deceased, late of Kelly Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the October term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Nancy Harris and R.C. Stewart, Exr’s of estate of Robert Harris, deceased, late of Sumner Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the October term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that John Acheson, Ex’r of estate of Humphrey Acheson, deceased, late of Sumner Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the October term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

August 19, 1864

A.C. Higgins describes murder during robbery of Lt. Gamble. Two of the four boys murdered were from Nashville. Christopher McCarty was son of John and Sophia McCarty of Abingdon, Knox Co. Ill. Mr. McCarty enlisted Co. I, 83rd in 1862. After his discharge, he spent a short time in Illinois but returned here bringing his son, Christopher. Christopher was 15y, 11m when he was murdered. A father, mother, six brothers and two sisters mourn his death.

Ira Butler, Co. C, 83rd Regt was murdered by guerillas in Dixon Co. Tennessee on July 30th in the 23rd year of his age. He was born and matured in Warren Co. He enlisted July 31st 1862 with his brother, Cyrus. Ira leaves a mother, a widow woman residing about 4 miles from Monmouth and several brothers and sisters to mourn his fate.

John F. Mitchell of Co. C died last Wednesday morning. Samuel Wallace is doing well. Hugh Wallace was prostrated for a short time but is well now. Mr. Diball of Co D is the most dangerously ill. Admitted to the hospital last Sabbath: Fletcher Marsten of Co. C, Mitchell Y. Huntin of Co. D and Lt. Lattimer of Co. I.

Thomas Salter vs. Rachel Salter (non-resident). Bill of divorce.

August 25

Fort Leavenworth: Quite a number of boys in the hospital: Secrist, Walker, Rob’t Stephenson, Geo. McAdams and Charles Davis. McConnel and Mitchell sick in the barracks.

Married August 22nd by Rev. A.M. Black, D.D., Rev. D.G. Bradford of Monmouth to Miss Sarah McClaughry of Fountain Grove, Ill.

Jane Forbes, Jesse Forbes, Delena Fowler, William Fowler, Anna Foster, Plinny Richardson and Henry Richardson vs. Mary Jane Boley (non-resident), Chloe Langdon (non-resident), Roswell Langdon (non-resident), Kellick Richardson (non-resident), Daniel Richardson (non-resident), Mary A. Richardson (non-resident), Henry Richardson (non-resident), Charlotte Richardson (non-resident), Susan Richardson (non-resident), Henry Richardson (non-resident), Sarah Reed (non-resident), Robert Reed (non-resident), Elizabeth Kindle (non-resident), Harvey Richardson (non-resident), William Richardson (non-resident), Delana Richardson (non-resident), Thomas C.C. Richardson (non-resident), the unknown heirs of Larkin Carter, dec’d (non-resident) unknown heirs of James Carter, dec’d (non-resident) unknown heirs of Wm. Carter, deceased (non-resident), Mary Washer, (non-resident) Elizabeth Thomas (non-resident), Mary Bassinger (non-resident), Samuel Bassinger (non-resident) and Elizabeth Goldsmith (non-resident). Petition for partition of land.

Public Notice is hereby given that Amanda R. Winbigler and John S. Winbigler, Executors of estate of Elias Winbigler, deceased, late of Spring Grove Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the October term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

T.A. Kinsloe has been promoted from Private to Quartermaster Sargeant.

September 2, 1864

Officers of the left wing of the 83rd passed resolution of respect for those members who died on 20th inst. by the hands of the enemy: Co B: Capt. Wm. W. Turnbull, Corp. Mitchell A. Thompson, Fifer: James Pattison and Pvts. Wm. W. Findley, S.A. Foster, John W. Hogue, Wm. F. Martin and David M. Nichols.

        These men were killed by a large squad of rebels about fives miles from the Tennessee River. J. Neily was captured; later paroled. J. Elliot and J.A. Struthers escaped. A fourth, Marion Morrison was badly wounded and beaten, but made his way to the river and is doing well in Paducah hospital. Details of the battle provided. W. Findley was wounded in the face, Jno. W. Hogue was shot in the right breast and D.M. Nichols shot behind the left ear and in the foot. S.A. Foster, by some means, got across the road and into the cornfield. They ran him down and left him there with both thighs broken. A neighbor took him him and sent for a physician, but later another rebel party went into the house and shot him. The Capt. was killed by a ball in the abdomen and one in the right cheek, besides a long gash on the top of his head.

Appointment of teachers: East Ward: Mrs. L.M. Tucker, Sup’t, Miss Fidelia Simpson, Miss Pheobe P. Tracy, Miss Mary Clark, Miss Isabel Wallace, Mrs. Lander. West Ward: W.F. Richardson, Supt, Miss S J. Cox, Miss Sarah Perry, Mrs. M.D. Sterett, Miss S.C. Rupp, Miss Bailey. South_, of Railroad: Mrs. C.S. Kendall, Sup’t and Miss Stella Smith.

William and Mary B. Mitchell, from Princeton, Indiana thanked officers and soldiers of 83rd Illinois for care of their son, John F.

Died August 24th Joseph son of A.J. and Hannah Allred, aged 12y, 11m, 1d.

September 9, 1864

Married September 1 by Rev. D.G. Bradford, Mr. George Chapin and Miss Emerett Turner.

Married at the same time and place by same. Mr. Marion S. Palmer and Miss H. Ella Turner, all of Monmouth.

Married in this city September 1st by Rev. D.G. Bradford, Mr. John W. Crawford of Zanesville, Ohio to Miss Maggie H. Stephenson of Monmouth.

Married in this city on 6th inst. by Rev. J.C. Miller, Mr. Daniel Mead of Ottawa, LaSalle Co. to Miss Lucy Adaline West of Monmouth.

Died in Elyris, on the 6th inst. Susan W. Elliot, aged 74, widow of the late Rev. Joseph Elliot. Burial from the residence of Draper Babcock on Friday the 9th. Funeral at Baptist Church.

Died in this city September 4th from inflammation of the bowels, Florence Perly Pierce, infant daughter of Wm. H. and Harriet H. Pierce, aged 11m, 10d. Eulogy.

September 16

The remains of the members of Co. B, 83rd Regt. killed near Fort Donelson on 20th ult. were brought home and interred on Thursday of last week as follows: Mitchell A. Thompson, Spring Grove; S.A. Foster, Jas. Pattison and D.M. Nichol, Sumner; W.W. Finley, Monmouth, J.W. Hogue and Wm. F. Martin, Hickory Point.

September 23

Public Notice is hereby given that Wm. R. Thorn, Administrator of estate of Mitchell A. Thompson, deceased, late of Spring Grove Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Andrew McCrary, Administrator of estate of James McCrary, deceased, late of Tompkins Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Z. Lewis, Administrator of estate of Jacob Moss, deceased, late of Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the November term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Died September 12th, Rodah Esther daughter of A. & Martha I. Massey, aged 6m, 12d.

September 30, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that Mary Finley, Executor of estate of Robert Finley, deceased, late of Monmouth Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

October 7, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that H.N. Hogan, Administrator of estate of Harmon Hogan, deceased, late of Kelly Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Almon Kidder and Wm. G. Kidder, Adms. of estate of Larnard Kidder, deceased, late of Swan Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term in order to settle and adjust all claims.

Married in Dunkirkn New York, on 27th ult., Mr. Wm. Swezy, late of 17th Regt. Ill Vol. and formerly of this city to Miss Sarah B. Jackson of Goshen, New York.

Married September 30th by Rev. James Tubbs at the residence of the bride’s father, near Young America, Mr. P.S. Groesbeck to Miss Sarah E. Wilson, all of Tompkins Twp.

Died at Cairo, Ill. on September 29th ^“Nellie” Kerney, infant daughter of W.B. and Sarah W. Kerney. The remains were interred in this city.

Died of typhoid fever at this residence in Warren Co. on 24th ult., Larnard Kidder, age 58y, 6m, 13d. The deceased was born in Mansfield, Connecticut on March 12th 1806. In the year 1818, he emigrated with his father’s family to Champaign Co. Ohio and there resided until 1837 when he moved to Swan Twp., Warren Co.

October 21

Married 14th inst. at the residence of the bride’s father, by Hon. Jas. Porter, James M. Skinner, Esq. and Miss Jennie M. Harper, all of Warren Co.

Solomon Sovereign, Administrator estate of Elias E. Brent, dec’d vs. Elizabeth A. Brent, widow, Home I. Brent, Coleman F. Brent, Alice N. Brent, Charles W. Brent, Lillian V. Brent, Kate R. Brent, Emma E. Brent, heirs at law of Elias E. Brent, dec’d. Petition to sell real estate.

October 28, 1864

Public Notice is hereby given that Daniel Griffee, Administrator of estate of Thos S. Griffee, deceased, late of Coldbrook Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Joshua Larkins, Administrator of estate of James Larkins, deceased, late of Swan Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the November term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that Rosanna Hogue and Wm. M. Hogue, Administrator of estate of Joseph W. Hogue, deceased, late of Tompkins Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the December term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

November 4

Married 28th October by Rev. D.B. Jones at his residence in this city, Mr. William M. Stormont of Greene Co. Ohio to Miss J. Hogue of Warren Co.

Died November 2nd of typhoid pneumonia, Mary E. Barnett daughter of the late Elias Barnett and grand daughter of J. Langdon, aged 16y, 2m, 22d.

Wm. R. Thorn and Wm. Walker, Executors of estate of James H. Logan, deceased, late of Spring Grove Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the January term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that John W. Larkins, Administrator of estate of Mary Tipton, deceased, late of Swan Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the November term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

November 11, 1864

Died in Tompkins Twp. November 6th of typhoid fever, Carrie T. twin daughter of James H. and Mary R. Martin, aged 6y, 2m, and 8d. Eulogy.

Public Notice is hereby given that John McHenderson, Administrator of estate of James Ralston, deceased, late of Tompkins Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the January term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

November 25, 1864

Jane B. McMillen and John McMillen vs. William T.P. Hogue, Harvey E. Hogue and Helen E. Hogue. Petition for partition.

Public Notice is hereby given that David Mondorff, Administrator of estate of Mary Smith, deceased, late of Ellison Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the January term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Public Notice is hereby given that T J. Caldwell, Administrator of estate of James H. Allen, deceased, late of Sumner Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the February term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Married at the house of John Bailey in Sumner Twp. November 16th by Rev. John Scott, Mr. George H. Sloan and Miss Cornelia J. Bailey.

Died on 14th inst. of consumption at the residence of C. Robison, east of Monmouth, Charles W. Fort of Co. B 103rd Regt. Ill Vols. age 32y, 2m, 8d.

Died on 15th October near Monmouth after a sojourn of 21 years in the earth-life, Charles Pim son of Jacob and Hannah Speakman, formerly of Chester Co. Penn., of typhoid. Long description of character and ^“last words”.

December 2, 1864

Married at the residence of Mr. Perry in Monmouth on November 29th by Rev. J. Christian Miller, Mr. William H. Black to Miss Polly H. Buck, both of Warren Co.

Died on November 23d of typhoid fever, May Keller, aged 7y, 10m, youngest daughter of Lt. W.A. and S J.B. Peffer.

Died at her residence near Sugar Tree Grove November 18th, Mrs. Anna Maria Allen widow of late I.N.E. Allen and daughter of Aniel Rodgers, who lately deceased. She leaves seven children, the youngest not much over a year old. These children within a year have been deprived successively of father, grandfather and mother and with an aged grandmother are overwhelmed with a three fold sorrow.98

Walter S. Morris by George W. Morris, his Guardian vs. Martin A. Jenks, James K. Jenks, and William H. Pierce, Gd. &c. Petition to partition.

December 9

Married Tues. last at the First Presbyterian Church by Rev. Dr. Cracraft of Galesburg, Mr. Wm. P. Rupp and Miss Emily A. Hammond, both of Monmouth.

Married at the residence of the bride’s parents, on 1st inst. by Elder J.W. Errett, Mr. James Tomlinson to Miss Letita A. Young.

Married at the the same time and place by same, Mr. Stephen B. Young and Miss Anna Stabler, all of Monmouth Twp.

Died in Monmouth on 31st of October of typhoid pneumonia, Floyd, son of Reuben R. and Lucinda Grames, age 14y, 7m.

Died in this city Tues of typhoid fever, Susie J. Barnett daughter of late Elias Barnett and granddaughter of J. Langdon aged 14y, 4m, 9d. Eulogy.

December 16, 1864

On December 1 from Nashville, Jas I. Wilson wrote his father, Peter Wilson regarding the battle near Franklin. ^“I have never seen men fight with such determined bravery in my life. Our regimental flag was completely shattered to pieces and its noble bearer, William Toll, with two others who held it aloft, were severely wounded.” Col. Olson was killed; Adj. Casey lost a leg. Miller Black, shot in face, William Toll, arm broken; S. Matteson in thigh; Samuel Markwell in arm; Ezekiel Skinner in face; William Rodgers in arm; Julius C. Wright in side; R J. Caldwell, missing.

Married in this city Tues. by Rev. Dr. Matthews, Mr. J.H. Wallace and Miss Carrie B. Fleming.

Died in Monmouth on 25th ult. of typhoid fever, Mary A. wife of Samuel Hallam in the 55th year of her age.

December 23

Public Notice is hereby given that Geo. R. Barbour, Administrator of estate of Theron L. Barbour, deceased, late of Monmouth Twp., Warren Co. will attend the County Court during the February term for the purposes of settling and adjusting all claims.

Details of attempted robbery in Henderson Co. involving Davis, Brooks, Jesse Kemp, John B. Fort and Galbraith, the latter three being wounded. One of the robbers was killed; the other two mortally wounded.

December 30, 1864

David Irvine, son of David Irvine of Young America and brother of James P. Irvine was killed in the engagement near Nashville on the 16th inst. While charging the enemy’s works, a ball passed through his temple causing instant death. His brother, Robert Irvine was wounded.

In the fight at Franklin on 30th November, A.B. Lane of Warren Co. and little Berry Parrish of Cameron meron were wounded. Lane was left in the hands of the enemy.

Casualties from Nashville:

Co. B (December 15th) Wounded Sgt. Wm. McElhenny in leg, slight; Wm. A. Crowder, shot through hand; Gideon B. Caldwell, shot in shoulder, slight.

(December 16th) Killed: George W. Ferrington. Wounded: Lt. R.B. Irvine shot through the thigh; Sgt. Josiah Hough in leg; Corp. John E. Brown, shot through groin, severely, Corp. Lewis C. Dougherty shot in thumb, slight; Niles P. Nelson, arm broken. Col. P. Sidney Post was mortally wounded on 16th.

Married Dec 20th by Rev. Dr. Matthews, Mr. H.D. Hardin and Miss Mary Bacon, all of Monmouth.

Married November 9th by Rev. J.A. Edie, Mr. David A. Brownlee to Miss Emma C. McAtee of Vinola, Illinois.

Married November 23d by the same, Mr. A.S. Milligan to Miss Letitia Brownlee.

Married December 23d by same Mr. John W. McCoy late of 56th Ill. Vols. to Miss Margery A. Caldwell.

Married December 25th by same, Mr. Luke Sincock to Miss Agnes McKelvie.