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Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION NINE WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER-PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY-ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. No. 215. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition. WOODSTOCK TO PLAY FREEPORT FIVE TONIGHT FOR SECTIONAL TITLE. Results Last Night WOODSTOCK, 32; Rochelle, 29. Freeport, 21; Rockford, 14. Game Tonight 8:30—Woodstock vs. Freeport. Well, Woodstock fought its way into the finals of the sectional tournament last night by defeating Rochelle by a 32 to 29 score. The boys coached by Larry Dale just managed to nose out the Ogle county aggregation after getting away to an early lead in the game. Slowing down to a walk in the final period almost cost the locals the game. They stepped into a 10 to 6 lead at the quarter and were out in from 17 to 15 at the half. Three periods found them in a 31 to 20 lead. However, in the last quarter they seemed to go "stale" and only scored one point while the Rochelle outfit climbed within striking distance of a tie with only a minute or two to play. Fortune smiled on the locals however and the game ended with the Dalemen having a three point lead. It was quite a battle and again, the locals showed their offensive power but again disclosed their big weakness on the defensive side by falling apart in the last quarter. Tonight the boys face Freeport at 8:30 for the sectional title. It should be a battle because Freeport pulled the unexpected last night and defeated the favored Rockford team by a 21 to 14 score. There will be no consolation game. Over at Waukegan Dundee came through with a 34 to 24 victory over Proviso to earn the right to play Waukegan for the sectional title. That means both the winner and runner up of the Crystal Lake tournament have reached the finals of the sectional. The Blue and White need your support tonight. If you are going plan on going early. Woodstock (32) FG FT PF TP Phillips, 6 2 1 14 Tucker, f ......1 0 0 2 Austin, c.......3 0 0 6 Bell, g ........4 1 4 9 Wilkerson, g ...0 0 0 0 Fink, g ........0 1 3 1 14 4 8 32 Rochelle (29) FG FT PF TP Krahenbuhl, (0.), f 2 3 17 Hazelton, f .......2 2 3 6 Eckhardt, c .......1 0 1 2 Whitelock, g ......2 0 0 4 E. Krahenbuhl, g ..0 2 1 2 Byro, g ...........1 2 0 4 Phelps, g .........2 0 1 4 10 9 7 29 Score By Quarters Woodstock ........................10 17 31 32 Rochelle.......................... 6 15 20 29 ERRATA Mrs. Charlotte R. Anderson died Dec. 31, 1934, instead of Jan. 1, 1935, as stated elsewhere. The name of Leota Eckert Frame was omitted in the list of 1933 Community high school graduates. Robert J. Beck of Chemung was first elected to the Legislature in 1892, instead of 1890 as stated under Roster of County Officers on Page 3, Section 2. We wish to correct the following errors appearing in section four, page four, column seven: L. B. Reed, 20-4 instead of 20-1; Schwartzwalder instead of Schwartzwaller; R. W. Bardwell instead of R. H. Beatty 22-23; Edna Huffman instead of Hoffman;Laura Heim,instead of Lonia Heinz; Esther Slough instead of Stough; Margaret Beatty instead of Beaty; Elsie Koupal instead of Elise; Blanche Thompson instead of Thomson; Barbara Van Heulen instead of Marbra; Toinette Cully instead of Culby; Agnes Amerphol instead of Amberphol; Melva Schulte instead of Schutte; Ruth Price instead of Prire; Ida Eppel instead of Eda; Erica Wiener instead of Wiesner. Smouse Funeral Sunday Morning. Last rites for Joseph Smouse, who passed away at his home on Friday morning, March 12, 1937, will be conducted at the late home at ten o'clock on Sunday morning. The funeral cortege will leave for Marseilles, Ill, where a second service and burial will take place. STERLING PLAYS ST. MARY'S HERE IN TOURNAMENT St. Mary's will play Sterling high at 3:30 here tomorrow afternoon in the second round of the Rockford Catholic high tournament. Sterling won over Aquin of Freeport last night by a 25 to 24 score to earn the right to enter the tournament. Marmion of Aurora plays St. Thomas of Rockford in the first game tomorrow afternoon at 2:30. The winner of this game and the winner of the Sterling-St. Mary's game play for the title at 8:30. THE EDITOR CLOSES THE BOOK ON THIS EDITION The editor wants to acknowledge defeat as this issue goes to press. With the aid and cooperation of others, some more competent than he, we have gone on and on in the work of producing this Eightieth Anniversary Edition and until now with the goal before us of completely bringing into passing review the old Woodstock for the benefit of the people of the new Woodstock of today. When we started on this task we appreciated it was no small undertaking, but now when the work should be finished, we must acknowledge that we have just begun and the Edition must go to the people only partly done—and indeed so small a part. Little did we realize in the beginning of this undertaking what a rich heritage those people of the old time Woodstock left to us, the people who are making the Woodstock of today. Only now, when the task is supposed to be completed does the editor realize feeble his effort has been, how little we have accomplished compared with what there has been to do. On the next page we have passed in review the names of some two dozen or more families who had a prominent part in the Woodstock of before the Civil war, all through the many sections of this edition we have pictures and stories of the olden days, there are about 400 pictures in this edition, and still as we pen these last lines to close the last pages there pass in review before our mind's eye literally dozens and dozens of names of families which we have not even mentioned. We acknowledge defeat. We started out to try and do a complete job-it can't be done, and we reluctlantly give up—let the printers close the last pages and turn over the results to our readers to be judged, not as a finished work, but merely as a milestone in the progress of events. History never changes, but after all, it is an endless story and the writing of it is never completed. We go on and on, but we never finish. ;When Mr we think we have accomplished some- ! thing, we really find that we have j only opened up more and richer fields of discovery than those we have been reviewing. And so it goes—our work on this edition is finished, but only for today. This is only the beginning, and after a few days of relaxation, we are going to resume this work again, and through the columns of the "ALBUM" carry on some of the things we have left undone in this Eightieth Anniversary edition. In that column we want your help. Those of you who do not think we have done a good job, that we have given no mention to this or that which should have been presented, you help us, bring in your old albums, let's I look them over and get out those pictures, so that we can carry on the story of the old generation and the old Woodstock for the good of the new. CHAS. F. RENICH, Editor. C. FRANK DALY [photo] C. Frank Daly is chairman of the Republican county committee in which capacity he has served since the death of Charles H. Eldredge of Richmond about six years ago. Mr. Daly is Deputy County Treasurer, serving with Treasurer Lester Edinger. He represents the First Dorr precinct on the County committee. Gallows From Which Dacey Was Hung In Court House Yard July 16, 1886. [photo] Only Legal Hanging In McHenry County Was That of James Dacey of Chicago, Fifty Years Ago The above picture shows the gallows from which James Dacey, convicted Chicago killer, was hung in the court house yard at Woodstock, on Friday, July 16, 1886. The gallows were loaned to McHenry county by Cook county and were erected on the court house grounds, to the north of the court house. They were erected by Simon Brink, assisted by his two sons, Fred S. Brink and Charles S. Brink. The latter did the painting. The men standing on the gallows, from RIGHT to LEFT are Asad Udell, sheriff; a Mr. Harper, deputy sheriff from Cook county; Simon Brink, who constructed the scaffold; Fred S. Brink, his assistant; Charles S. Brink, who painted it, and another deputy sheriff from Chicago, who is leaning against the scaffold. Dacey paid the penalty for the murder of Alderman Gaynor in Chicago, May 13, 1884. There was much excitement in Chicago over this killing, which occurred, if our memory serves us right, in a saloon quarrel. Dacey was brought to McHenry county for trial on a charge of venue. There were two trials, as we remember it, the last being on the question of sanity. The whole thing was a long drawn out affair. Luther Laflin Mills, state's attorney of Cook county, prosecuted the case, while Attorney T. D. Murphey of Woodstock had charge of the defense. The hanging was postponed once or twice. The story of the hanging as it appeared in the Sentinel, on July 22, 1886, is as follows: "DACY EXECUTED! Paying the penalty for the murder of Alderman Gaynor of Chicago, May 13, 1884. Dacey's last Night "James Dacey's last night on earth was passed in a quiet manner comparatively speaking. He slept, or feinted the sleep, a greater part of the time, but when he awoke in the morning was as boisterous and profane as ever, carrying out to the last, the threat that he made just after his insanity trial, that he would make it as uncomfortable for Sheriff Udell and his attendants as he could, until the day of his execution. He refused to take any breakfast and his guards were unable to get him to make a change of his clothing until Father Clancy arrived about 8 o'clock, when he became quiet and did as requested. Sheriff Udell used great care in making all necessary arrangements and they were as near perfect as possible. The doomed man was taken from his cell about 12:30, and on arriving at the scaffold, ascended the stairs with a firm step, never flinched as Sheriff Udell bound his legs, arms and adjusted the noose, but met his fate manfully and without a murmur, his last words being: "This is the happiest day since I came into Udell's hands." After everything had been made secure, the fatal drop occurred and James Dacey was dead without a struggle. In fifteen minutes the jury, composed of the following named gentlemen, reported life extinct: C. E. Cook, M. D.; P. W, Blanchard, M. D.; E. V. Anderson, M. D.; 0. Ballou, M. D.; Leo Galitzki; W. W. Cook, M. D.; R. M. Curtis, M. D.; Ed L. Herick, M. D.; M. W. Thompson, M. D.; R. I. Piper, M. D.; Wm. B. Hart, M. D.; E. O. Gratton. M. D.; John S. Cummings and P. S. Martin. The execution was witnessed by about 150 spectators. The day was bright and beautiful, but the event caused no excitement whatever, there not being as many people in town as usual on Saturdays. Sheriff Udell used every caution, in case of an emergency, and had 67 deputies sworn in for the occasion, but under the circumstances one good woman with a broom-stick would have filled the bill just as well, as our city was never more quiet or orderly than on that day. The body was immediately lowered into the coffin and turned over to Patrick Dacey, a brother, who took it to Chicago on the 4:52 train." Thomas Charles Was 92 Years Old Last October 9th. THOMAS CHARLES [photo] Thomas Charles was born at Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales, October 9, 1844. He came to the United States with his mother and brothers in 1853, crossing the ocean in an old sailing vessel which took seven weeks to make the trip. His father had been in the United States for two years and the family settled in New York state at Wales Center, near East Aurora. When his older brother, Timothy, returned to New York for a visit, after having served his time in the Civil war, he brought Thomas back to Illinois in 1866, where they worked at the Stewarts in Hebron township, In 1871 Mr. Charles managed the Hebron creamery and in 1872 he managed the Richmond creamery. In 1873 he married Mary Stewart and they operated one of the Stewart farms. Robert Stewart Charles is the only living son of this marriage. In 1878, Mrs. Charles died and in 1881 Mr. Charles married Emma Corelia Murphy of Greenwood township. They continued to operate the Stewart farm until 1882, when Mr. Charles purchased a farm in Seneca township. After living in Seneca for two years, he purchased the old Murphy homestead in Greenwood township, which Mr. Murphy had purchased from the government. In 1912 this farm was sold to a son, Fred C. Charles and Mr. Charles moved to Woodstock, where he now lives. Mrs Charles died in 1925. His children are Robert S. and Fred C. of Greenwood township; Paul L. of Winnipeg, Canada, and Emma O. of Woodstock. MRS. MARGARET MEYER [photo] Grandma Meyer Will Be 94 Years Old On April 2. Mrs. Margaret Meyer, who on April 2, 1937, will celebrate her 94th birthday, is one of this city's oldest residents. Her keen mind, good hearing and eyesight make her seem much ycunger than her years. She is a regular theater visitor, is interested in events of the day and cannot be beat for telling tales of early days upon her arrival in this country from Germany. Grandma Meyer has lived in Woodstock 35 years, since coming here several years following her husband's death, 43 years, ago, to live with her daughter and husband, the H. H. Bosshards. Later when her son, Edwin F. (Chief) Meyer, became associated in business with Mr. Bosshard, she established a home for him and continued to be a companion to him and his wife in their home, after his marriage. Since the death of her only son, his wife, Mrs. Genevieve Meyer, is carrying on in the home, where the elder Mrs. Meyer receives every possible attention from her beloved daughter-in-law. The Sentinel is happy to count Grandma Meyer one of its warm friends and sincerely wishes that the remainder of her days may be blessed with the joys which are due one whose life has been filled with good deeds to others. MARY A. JONES [photo] Wife of Lawrence H. Jones, born in Woodstock May 6, 1847, a daughter of Peter and Mary A. (Carr) Weaver. Mrs. Jones' mother died when she was six days old and her father two years later. She was brought up by a cousin of her mother's, John Ackerson, who was an old settler of Seneca. Mrs. Jones had four brothers, all of which served in the Civil War, she received her education in the county schools and also attended Todd Seminary. Since her husband's death she has made her home with her daughter. She will celebrate her 90th birthday in May, 1937. LAWRENCE (Larry) H. JONES Veteran of the Civil war and one of Woodstock's most beloved citizens, was born in Carroll, Chautauqua county, N. Y., Oct. 18, 1837. In 1854 he came with his parents to Illinois and settled on a farm in Hartland township, three years later moving to a farm in Seneca, which his father, Simon Jones, purchased. Mr. Jones had one brother, Clinton M., who passed away in childhood, and two sisters, Agnes L., and Mary Ella. In 1861 he enlisted at Woodstock and served until 1862, when he was discharged at Pittsburg Landing because of serious illness. He became First Lieutenant while in service. Married to Mary A. Weaver in 1863 and farmed in Seneca until 1874, when he moved to Woodstock and entered the employ of T. J. Dacy in the agricultural machinery business, later he had charge of the pickle factory of Haines and Noble. In 1883 he was appointed Deputy Internal Revenue Collector for the First District, including Lake, Boone, McHenry and Winnebago counties. Mr. Jones served as Deputy Sheriff under Sheriffs Steadman, Church, Eckert and Udell. He was a charter member of the G. A. R. and held all of the offices, including Post Commander. At the time of his death in July, 1907, he had held the office of Police Magistrate for many years. Mr. Jones had four children, two of which are living, George L. Jones and Mrs. A. R. Battern of this city. RingWOOd Church ToPresent Two Plays On March 16. The Ringwood M. E. church is sponsoring two plays to be given in the M. W. A. Hall, Ringwood, Tuesday, evening, March 16. The entire proceeds will help pay for the new furnace. Following is the cast of characters in "In the Fountain of Youth": Tabitha Tidbits, (Proprietor of "The Fountain of Youth Beauty Parlor") Lottie Harrison; Rosemary Haggles, (Her Assistant)—Mary Jane Butler; Martha Mulberry (The Town's human Newspaper)—Mabelle Merchant; Arabella Allenby (Whose feet bother her), Flora Harrison; Dora Dummer (With Dramatic Ambitions) — Viola Low; Leah La Verne (School teacher and erstwhile actress) — Clara Cristy; Theresa Trotter (The Banker's Wife) —Ethel Peters, Abigail Apricot (a bit hard of Hearing)—Myrtle Harrison: Ophelia Oldgal (who considers all men brutes)—Sadie McCanon; Sabina Salt-seller (wilh more proposals of Marriage than she can handle)—Ethel Smith; Widow Wallop (whose husband departed without warning) — Lena Peet; Mathilda Mushroom--Rise Jepson. Penelope Puddlemud—Gertrude Kitchens, Sophia Stayput—Rilla j Foss, Juliana Jumper-—Flora Neal. Mocking Bird Woman's Silver Lone Vocal Quartette. Bertha Burdens—(She writes poems—she would)—Mabel Collins. Cast of Characters in "More than a Million" includes Mrs. "Thatcher (a widow)—Alice Mae Low; Anne—Dora Anderson; Tom — Clarence Larson; Virginia—Gladys Shepard; Jim—Earl Harrison; Charles—John Cristy; the children. Mr. Robinson (a lawyer)—James Harrison. Civic Club Invites Public To Travel Talk Tuesday. The Woodstock Civic Club is sponsoring a motion picture travelogue Tuesday evening, March 16, at 8:00 p. m. at the Methodist recreation hall. This is a meeting open to the public and a real opportunity for an evening of enjoyment. Oscar Miller, a prominent Chicago attorney and famous world traveler will be the speaker and will explain the pictures which he took himself and relate many interesting experiences which he picked up in South Africa, India and other parts of the Orient. Miller Bros., Oscar and E. M. own several McHenry Co. farms and are well and favorably known in this community. COMING EVENTS Sunday, March 14 Diocesan Tournament—St. Mary's-3:30 p. m. Monday, March 15 Symphonic Choir—W. C. H. S.-—8:00 p. m. LOCAL WEATHER FORECAST Fair today and tonight; gentle north to easterly winds; increasing cloudiness with no decided change in temperature tonight; Sunday, becoming unsettled, possibly snow flurries. HARRY CLARK, Local Observer. DAVID SHALES David Shales, one of the two surviving Civil War veterans in Woodstock, was 92 years of age last Oct. 31st. At present Mr. Shales is confined to his bed, where he has been since he was afflicted with a sick spell eight weeks ago. Jack Adolphsen Joins Chemistry Club. MOUNT VERNON, IOWA—March 13 —Jack Adolphsen, son of Mrs. E. W. Ebert of Woodstock, will be among the ten Cornell college students to be initiated to membership in the college chemistry club at a dinner here this week-end. Adolphsen, a Cornell sophomore, is taking a pre-medical course with majors in biology and chemistry. He is a member of the A. X. E. social group. PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK daily SENTINEL, saturday, march 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition PIONEER FAMILIES WHO MADE HISTORY IN EARLY WOODSTOCK JOHN F. BUNKER The Bunker family can trace Its ancestry way back to the first settlements in Massachusetts about 1664, One of their ancestors owned the famous Bunker Hill in Boston. John F. Bunker came to McHenry county in 1844. He was born Nov. 1, 1803, and on Sept. 18, 1825, married Urnia Tuttle, a native of Connecticutt. They had 13 children, the oldest of whom was George K., born Nov. 1, 1826. One son, Alvin S. fell in battle at Stone River, Tenn., Dec. 31, 1862, aged 20 years, one daughter, Lucy A., married George W. Young of Woodstock, one daughter, Harriet M., married William B. Austin, one daughter, Mary, married Capt. A. E. Bourne, one son. Amos K. Bunker, was born March 1, 1846. In 1856 Mr. Bunker moved from Ridgefield to Woodstock. He served many years as justice of the peace, was also in business at Woodstock and for many years was township school treasurer. He died Jan. 16, 1892, aged 88 years. In 1888 Mr. Bunker wrote some verses about the different business concerns in Woodstock, which appear in another part of this edition. BUNKER, GEORGE K. grew up at Ridgefield, was married to Martha Cottle, daughter of Uriah, who was said to have been the first man to make a clearing and erect a cabin in Dorr township. George K. Bunker started in business at Ridgefield, but came to Woodstock, where he became established in business in 1869. The firm of Bunker Bros., dealers in hardware and groceries, was one of prominent business concerns in Woodstock for many years. Mr. Bunker was prominent in politics, served as mayor and in other capacities, and in his time was one of Woodstock's most influential citizens. He died Aug. 14, 1905, aged 79 years. He left two children, Frank M. Bunker, who died Apr. 12, 1917, aged 65 years; and Mrs. Florence B. Wright, who died Oct. 1, 1932, aged 63 years. LUCY BUNKER YOUNG, wife of George W. Young and mother of Leander J. Young; Edna Young Still, wife of Briggs Still; Lucia A. Barnes, Alma Young Taylor and Earl Young, all deceased, and Lewis, Esther and Mildred Young, living on Dean street. She died Aug. 18, 1908, aged 79 years. C. Percy Barnes, Mrs. Harriet Whitworth and Mrs. R. V. (Ethel) Taylor Offer, are all grandchildren of Lucy Bunker Young. HARRIET BUNKER AUSTIN, wife of William B. Austin, deceased, and mother of Attorney E. W. Austin and Mrs. T. J. Shackell. She died Apr. 7, 1893, aged 60 years. MARY BUNKER BOURNE, wife of Capt. A. E. Bourne, who died April 23, 1924. Capt. Bourne and his family went to Oklahoma about forty years ago. They had one daughter, Nellie. All are now deceased. LUCIA BUNKER ORMSBY, twin sister of Lucy Bunker Young, was the mother of Henry Ormsby and Mattie Ormsby Campbell. AMOS, K. BUNKER for many years was associated with George K. Bunker in the firm of Bunker Bros. He was prominent in business and political affairs and served for many years as school treasurer. He died Nov. 16, 1917, aged 71 years. Mrs. Amos K. Bunker died Sept. 12, 1925. They were the parents of two daughters, Mrs. V. S. Lumley and Mrs. John M. Hoy. WILLIAM AVERY Born in Erie county, Pennsylvania, July 10, 1825. Came to Marengo in 1858. Served in. the Civil war as Captain Co. A. 95th Illinois Infantry. Discharged at close of war with rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Served as County Clerk twelve years, 1882 to 1894. Had one daughter, Ella, now a resident of California. Died Nov. 16, 1896, aged 71. Mrs. Avery died July 5, 1911, aged 85 years. WILLIAM H. MURPHY Was a native of Virginia, born Nov. 25, 1807. In 1842 he came with his family to McHenry county and settled on what is now known as the McConnell farm, east of Woodstock. Mr. Murphy was a very active citizen and held many local offices, including Deputy Sheriff, Tax Collector and Supervisor. He was married in 1833 to Susan H. Friend, who died in 1846. They had nine children; one daughter, Almedia, was the wife of J. G. Hartman, and one daughter, Susanna, married William H. Gregory; one son, Aquilla J., died Feb. 8, 1906, aged 72 years. In 1853 Mr. Murphy married Lucilla Button. They had four children, one son, Albert J. Murphy is one of Woodstock's present most respected citizens. William H. Murphy in an early day accumulated considerable wealth, but lost most of it through the signing of notes for others, which he had to pay. GARVASE BLAKESLEE Born in 1825 at Harpersville, New York, first came to Woodstock in 1852, went to Kansas, where he was in business, then returned in 1866 and followed farming for a while, after which he returned to business. Married in 1856 Halina R. Root, a native of Bradford, county, Penna. They had five children, four of whom were: Halina C. (Mrs. Charles H. Donnelly), Ida, Fred G. and Frank. All are deceased except Ida, who resides with her niece, Mrs. Leslie Webster in Chicago. AN EXPLANATION The editor finds that there are literally dozens of family names that must be presented to our readers, in order to do justice to this subject. When we began making researches to obtain the facts and dates appearing under this title we thought we could complete a thorough survey for this Edition, but it is impossible, and we must leave its continuation for the future issues of the Daily Sentinel. To merely mention in the Ridgefield, Greenwood, Queen Ann Prairie, Kishwaukee Prairie, South Dorr and the Seneca localities, there are dozens of pioneer families, which we have wanted to include; in Woodstock there are old families such as the Bachmans, Schaafs, Leidigs, L. H. S. Barrows, Garrisons, Burgers, Eckerts, Gallaghers, and many, many others. This task has just begun, we are turning this Edition over to our readers as it is, but the work of reviewing the old families will be continued as it was begun some months ago, through the column of the "ALBUM" in the Daily Sentinel. —The Editor. WALTER P. JEWETT Was born in Vermont, but in 1836 came to Rockford and in 1838 to McHenry county. He was a farmer until his death, which occurred in 1879. His wife was Harriet C. Horton. They had five children, two of whom grew to maturity. EDNA, born April 1, 1851, married William C, Allen of Minneapolis, Minn. EMILIUS C. JEWETT, late president of the State Bank of Woodstock, former Alderman, Mayor, Supervisor and held many positions of trust in Woodstock. Mr. Jewett, on Sept. 25, 1879, married Alice C. Eckert, daughter of Jacob and Eliza Eckert, of Woodstock. They had two children Jessie E. Pfeiffer and Helene A. Brewer, both of this city. Mrs. Jewett died April 4, 1912, aged 55 years. Mr. Jewett died Oct. 8, 1931, aged 77 years. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Eckert had three daughters, Mrs. Jerry Richards, Mrs. Jewett and Miss Elizabeth Eckert, all now deceased except Miss Eckert of Chicago, who for many years was cashier in the office of the Deputy U. S. Internal Revenue Collector at Chicago. MARMA DUKE HOY M. D. Hoy was born In Schoharie county, N. Y., Mar. 3, 1821, and came in 1844 to Alden in McHenry county, where he acquired some new land, which he cleared and began farming. In 1865 he was elected County Clerk of McHenry county, and moved to Woodstock. He held this office until 1873, when he entered the merchandising business with his son, George H. Hoy. Later they organized the Farmers Exchange Bank, which in 1919, became a state bank called Farmers Exchange State Bank, Mr. Hoy's sons, George H., Fremont and John M„ were associated with him in this bank. Fremont later withdrew and entered the banking business at Crystal Lake and McHenry. M. D. Hoy was married in 1843 to Catherine M. Alberty, who died in 1863, leaving five children: SARAH I., now deceased, wife of E. W. Wilbur, later of Arizona; LUMAN T. HOY, who married Anna A. Vaudebogart. GEORGE H. HOY, married Mary L. Belcher. FREMONT HOY, who married Harriet Osborn, now deceased. JENNIE HOY who died in 1861. Mr. Hoy, in 1864, married Esther Elleanor Atwater, born Feb. 20, 1833, in New York. Her children were KITTLE A. HOY, born July 27, 1865, who died Jan. 25, 1833, aged 17 years. JOHN M. HOY, married Letah Bunker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Amos K. Bunker. Mr. Hoy is cashier of the First National Bank of Woodstock. M. D. Hoy died May 15, 1912, aged 91 years. Mrs. Esther A. Hoy died Oct. 10, 1918, aged 85 years. ABRAM B. McCONNELL Was born at Richmond, Feb. 3, 1839, the eldest son of William A. McConnell, who came from Pennsylvania and settled near Richmond in 1837. He married Hattie S. Potter, a native of New York. They had six children, of which three survive: WILLIAM S. McCONNELL, married Susan St. Clair. They have six children: Harold, Margaret (Mrs. George Grant), John W., Robert, William S., Jr., and Mary Harriet. FRED B. McCONNELL married Rose Barden. They have three children, Bessie, A. B. and Ralph. IDA M. SOUTHWORTH, married Arthur Southworth, who was recently deceased. They had one son. Mrs. Southworth resides at Evanston. In 1861, following their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. McConnell settled on the farm two miles east of Woodstock, where they cultivated 333 acres of choice land. A. B. McConnell was a prosperous and successful farmer. In the early nineties built a home in Woodstock, where he died Feb. 15, 1895, aged 56 years. Mrs. McConnell died Sept. 20 1912, aged 75 years. ISRAEL ST. CLAIR Born June 15, 1829, came with his parents, William and Elizabeth St. Clair, in 1837 to McHenry county, where they settled on new land two miles southeast of Woodstock. Israel St. Clair married Mary E. Morris on June 5, 1852. They had five children, Ella M., wife of Elias C. Brooks, Morris, George, Leila (Mrs. Blume) and Susie (Mrs. William S. McConnell). Mr. St. Clair died in October, 1899. Mrs. St. Clair died Apr. 29, 1915, aged 85 years. ERASTUS RICHARDS Came to Woodstock in 1852. Died Dec. 30, 1891, aged 80 years. Conducted meat market for many years, also town clerk, assessor and magistrate. His wife died Sept. 6, 1889, aged 79. They were the parents of: E. EMORY RICHARDS, born in Massachusetts, Feb. 12, 1838, who served in the Civil war, held many offices of trust in Woodstock, including Circuit Clerk, Mayor and others, and was one of the organizers of the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co., and for many years president of the State Bank of Woodstock. Married in 1864 to Francis A., daughter of Henry M. Waite, one of the earliest settlers in Woodstock. Died Feb. 8, 1927, aged 89 years. Mrs. Richards died Dec. 13, 1920, aged 77 years. Mr. Richards had wide experience in many public offices and his name was always above reproach. JERRY RICHARDS, stock and grain buyer. Mrs. Richards was a daughter of Jacob Eckert. Jerry Richards died Dec. 19, 1916, aged 72 years. CORYDON RICHARDS, lived at Harvard. Died Jan. 14, 1936. BELLE RICHARDS McEWAN, mother of Mrs. Winnie Curtis and Mrs. Francis Garland, died Dec. 9, 1933. aged 86 years. FRANCIS SHORT Francis and Catherine Donnelly Short were natives of Ireland, but married in Lowell, Mass., coming in 1886 to McHenry county, where they settled in Hartland township. Of their nine children: EDWARD SHORT was born May 6, 1834, was at one time In the grain business in Woodstock, and served as superintendent of a pickle packing plant. Owned and conducted his farm about two miles southwest of Woodstock. Died Jan. 19, 1912, aged 75 years. One daughter married Thomas Ryan. The Ryan home is on the west end of South street in Woodstock. JOHN D. SHORT, born Dec. 7, 1837. Was Justice of the Peace, Alderman and Assessor in Woodstock. Active in civic affairs. FRANK L. SHORT, active in business for many years. Died Feb. 6, 1894, aged 50 years. The parents were among the early settlers who organized St. Patrick's Catholic church in Hartland and later St. Mary's at Woodstock. JOHN A. DUFIELD Late editor of the "McHenry County Democrat" was born at Woodstock, a son of James A. and Charlotte Dufield. He attended the public schools and in 1865, when 15 years of age, began his apprenticeship as a printer. In 1877 he and his brother M. C. Dufield, began publishing the "Democrat," which he continued until 1902, when he sold the paper to Chas. A. Lemmers and others. Mr. Dufield, on Dec. 25, 1877, married Ada M. Jewett. They were the parents of two children, Opal and Allan J., the latter now a resident of Crystal Lake. Mr. Dufield served one term as Postmaster, from 1896 to 1900. After disposing of his newspaper he conducted a job printing and stationary business for several years. He died Sept. 9, 1908, aged 57 years. Mrs. Dufield died April 6, 1926. John A. Dufield's father, James A. Dufield, was born June 1, 1830 in Braxton county, West Virginia, and came tq McHenry county with his parents in 1837. In 1847 he began the shoemaker's trade with Michael McCahill, a pioneer shoemaker in Woodstock. In 1850 he married Charlotte He served during the Civil war in Company H, Eighth Illinois Cavalry, and was discharged in 1862 on account of disability incurred in line of duty. He served for many years as constable and died Sept. 9, 1902, aged 72 years. JAMES F. PARKER One of the most successful farmers in McHenry county, was born Sept. 2, 1828, in Niagara county, New York, came West with his father in 1840, and acquired land in Hebron township. In an early day the father Alvin H. Parker, was one of the most prominent men in the county. At one time he owned 1,000 acres of land in Hebron township. Alvin H. Parker died in 1879. He was the grandfather of George A. Hunt of this city and the late Mrs. Julia Herrington. ROBERT FORREST Was born Oct. 14, 1835, in Scotland, coming as an infant with his parents to Canada and in 1842 to the United States, where they located in Hartland township, and where Mr. Forrest was a prominent farmer and citizen for many years. He spent the latter years of his life in their home on West Jackson street, Woodstock. Mr. Forrest died Nov. 10, 1916. Mrs. Forrest died Feb. 1, 1908. Their children were: Jeanette (Mrs. Charles D. Judd), William H., Charles T. and Frank R. Mrs. Judd and Charles T. are deceased, Frank R. lives at Mobile, Ala., and only William H. with his wife are still residents of Woodstock. HENRY DUFFIELD Born in Randolph county, W. Va., Jan. 14, 1803; in 1823 married Anna Given of Bath County, Va., came to McHenry county in 1846, where they settled on the land which has since been the Dufield homestead, two miles east of Woodstock. One of their sons was Oscar F. Dufield, who was born in West Virginia, coming to McHenry county with his father when but seven years of age. On Jan. 1, 1863, he married Francena Frame of West Virginia. Their children were Carrie Ann and Mary Gertrude. Henry DuffieJd died Oct. 2, 1895, aged 92 years. Oscar F. Dufield died Mar. 11, 1916, aged 77 years. Mrs. Oscar Dufield died Nov. 11, 1924. NORMAN FRAME Norman Frame was one of the early active business men of Woodstock, our earliest recollections connecting him with the buying and wholesaling of pickles, which operations were carried on in the warehouse which stood for many years on the present location of the R. O. Andrews Co. plant. Mr. Frame's wife was Susie Sando. Their home for many years was on Clay street. They were the parents of five children. One of these was George W. Frame, owner before his death of the Home Oil Co., who served two terms as Postmaster, as well as many years as Alderman. He was married to Alma R. Cowlin. They had one son, Harold, now deceased. Mrs. Frame has continued the business of her deceased husband. RUDOLPH DIESEL Was born in Frankenhausen, Germany. Apr. 11, 1823. Learned the trade of cabinet maker of his father. Came to America in 1848, to Watertown, Wis. the next year. In 1859 went to Paducah, Ky., where he carried on a furniture business until 1861, when he came to Woodstock, where he conducted a successful furniture and undertaking business. In 1850 he married Rosalie Wiggenhorn. They had two children-—Charles and Matilda (wife of Henry DeClergue of Chicago). Mr. Diesel was Trustee and Alderman of Woodstock for many years, a member of the school board, President of the Maennerchor for two years, and a highly respected citizen. He died March 11, 1902, aged 79 years. Mrs. Rudolph Diesel died March 6, 1912, aged 86 years. ISAIAH A. (LADD) AUSTIN Born in Otsego county, New York. May 5, 1928, son of Pasqua and Polly Austin. Came to McHenry in 1840 with his mother, his father having died in 1833. Went to California during the gold rush in 1850 and to Portland, Oregon in 1855, where he conducted a livery stable until 1865. Returned to Woodstock in 1865 where he established a livery stable which was destroyed by fire in 1875, which he rebuilt. Was a veterinarian. Was father of ten childrenr-three from his first wife: William, James and Edward. His second wife was Mary 7. Judd. Their children were Alvin, Jesse, Estella, Aubert, Emery, Eda and Ethel (twins). Alvin J. Austin was father of Mrs. Matt Hoesley. He died Dec. 7, 1932, aged 65. Mrs. Emma (A. J.) Austin died June 11, 1934. V. E. JONES Born May 12, 1846, at Attica, N. Y., married Mary Gardner, who was born Oct. 3, 1840, at Batavia, Ill. They lived first at Solon Mills on the Gardner farm, before coming to Woodstock. Mrs. Jones died May 19, 1916, and Mr. Jones June 1, 1919. Mr. Jones conducted a livery and sale business in Woodstock for many years. He was located on Washington street, where the Desmond gas station is now in business. Later he sold this property and erected a new building on Throop street, where the Home Oil Company is now located. Mr. and Mrs. Jones were the parents of one son, Clinton E. Jones, who was in business in Woodstock, but later moved to Hartford, Wis. He died Feb. 21, 1927, aged 55 years. Also three daughters, Stella (Mrs. George W. Lemmers), Maude (Mrs. W. F. Glazier), and Merta, all of this city. STEPHEN 0. GREGORY Stephen O. Gregory, born Feb. 9, 1911, at Danbury, Conn., came to McHenry county in 1853, located in Dorr township. Married in 1836 Ruth Ann Olmstead, a native of New York. They had three children, Mary E., wife of Dayton B. Truax; Cordelia J., wife or B. H. Stevens, and William H. Gregory. Elmer A. Gregory, of this city, is a grandson of this old pioneer. THOMAS MC D. RICHARDS Born Apr. 18, 1819, in Madison county, N. Y., came to Seneca, in this county in 1846, where he was a successful farmer. Moved to Woodstock in 1883. Served as Supervisor from Seneca township 5 years, county surveyor 2 years and president of the county fair association for many years. One son—GEORGE B. RICHARDS served as Circuit Clerk for eight years, father of Waite Richards of Woodstock. THOMAS LINDSAY Came with his family from Scotland in 1840 and settled in McHenry county in 1842 on a farm south of Woodstock. The father died in 1856, the mother in 1880. They had six children. JEANNETTE married William Scott. THOMAS, born July 23, 1836, served in the Civil war, married in 1880 to Margaret Pope, who still survives and now lives on the old farm. CHRISTINE, wife of Oren Albee. ARCHIBALD. MARY A., wife of David Redpath. MARGARET J., wife of Thomas Wier. GEORGE H, GRIFFING George H. Griffing was born in Berkshire, N. Y., Mar. 22, 1812. First came West in 1837, remained two years, then returned home and married Mary Butler of Onondaga, N. Y. They came West and settled on a farm two miles west of Woodstock. He died April 3, 1872. They had six children, Theodore L., William Henry and Addison, who all entered service in the Civil war; the first two died in the service. Addison served his time out and returned home; Fred, George B. and Cynthia, the latter died in infancy. In 1883 Mrs. Griffing purchased the farm east of Woodstock, now known as the Mengs farm to whic'h she moved with her son, George B. Griffing. George B. later moved to Woodstock, and all of these children are now deceased. Lester Griffing and Mrs. Clara Griffing Richards of this city are children of George B. Griffing. JOSLYN One of the oldest, if not the oldest names in Woodstock is. the Joslyn family. The first member of this family in McHenry county was Lindsey Joslyn, who, in 1837, with his family, left New York State for the West. They travelled by horses and wagons, the men and boys usually on foot; and in due time arrived in McHenry county, where they settled a short distance southeast of Crystal Lake. There were four sons in this family, one of these being Merritt L. Joslyn, who was then about ten years of age. As a boy he worked with his father, improving the land on which they had settled and made claim. Lindsey Joslyn died Oct. 10, 1863, aged 63 years. His son, Merritt L. Joslyn, early began the study of law, located at Woodstock, where he began the practice of his profession. He became prominent in local affairs and in 1856 was a presidential elector on the Buchanan ticket. In those days he was an ardent Democrat. At the outbreak of the Civil war, he was Mayor of Woodstock and took a leading part in the, organisation of the Woodstock Rifles, the second outfit to muster in from this city. He was elected Captain of his company and served with distinction throughout the war. When Joslyn returned from military service he had become an ardent Republican; and entered actively into politics and the practice, of law. He served both in the House and In the Senate and in 1882 was appointed by President Chester A. Arthur as Assistant Secretary of the Interior at Washington. After completing his term of service, Judge Joslyn returned home from Washington and took up his law practice, serving for several years as Master-in-Chancery. He died October 13, 1904, aged 77 years. JOSLYN, MARY ROBINSON, wife of Judge M. L. Joslyn, was a daughter of D. W. Robinson. She was born in Pawlet, Vt., where she received her education. She was a cultured woman and took an active interest in literature. She was one of the founders and active supporters of the Woodstock Literary society. Her home was known for its hospitality and many gatherings of Woodstock's cultured people in that home were much enjoyed. Mrs. Joslyn spent the latter years of her life at Santa Monica, California, a land of flowers and sunshine. She died Sept. 9, 1923, at the advanced age of 88 years. Judge and Mrs. Joslyn were the parents of the late David R. Joslyn, Sr., of this city and Marcellus L. Joslyn of Chicago. David R. Joslyn, Jr., is a great-grandson of the Lindsey Joslyn, who came to McHenry county in 1837. NEILL DONNELLY Pioneer settler of McHenry county, was born May 18, 1816, in County Derry, Ireland, and came to America with two elder brothers about 1828, when he was twelve years of age. He first lived at Lowell, Mass., where he found employment in the woolen mills. At twenty years of age he married Mary McElroy, and in 1836 they came to Hartland, where his brother, Andrew, had located and opened Donnelly's tavern, a well known hostelry of pioneer days. He found various kinds of employment, but in 1849 was elected Sheriff of McHenry county, locating at Woodstock, where he later engaged in the mercantile business, which he continued until his death in 1883. He was a trusted, public spirited citizen, and served in many public capacities. He was a Douglas Democrat and at one time a candidate for congress, and a very ardent sxipporter of the public schools and all public improvements. Mr. and Mrs. Donnelly were the parents of the following named children: Elizabeth A. (Mrs. J. J. Murphy), Mary Jane (Mrs. Slavin), Lucinda (Mrs. T. J. Dacy), Frank P., Charles H., Julia E. and Hugh T. JOHN J. MURPHY, (married Elizabeth Donnelly), one of Woodstock's most prominent citizens and bankers. Came of Woodstock at an early day. Spent several years in California during the "gold rush," in banking business for many years. Father of Julia, (deceased), Mary Murphy Thomas, Eleanor Thomas, Eveline (deceased), Henry and George L. (deceased). Mr. Murphy died June 30, 1908, aged 76 years. Mrs. Murphy died Apr. 22, 1919 aged 80 years. T. J. DACY, married Lucinda Donnelly, was in the implement business and a very successful and prosperous business man, dealing extensively with farmers, until his death, Aug. I, 1896, aged 58 years. Their children were Charles F., Albert, Mrs. Alice Bergen-thal and George H. Dacy. Mrs. Dacy died Oct. 16, 1931. FRANK P., father of Neill and George Donnelly. Neill died Feb. 27, 1926, aged 49 years. George is a well-known resident of Woodstock. CHARLES H., prominent attorney and jurist over a long career in Woodstock. Served seven years as County Judge and twenty-three as Circuit Judge, married Nina Blakeslee. Their children are Mary (Mrs. Leslie Webster) and Helen (Mrs. Kenneth Cram). Judge Donneliy died Dec. 27, 1921, aged 66 years. Mrs. Donnelly died June 25, 1933, aged 76 years. EDWARD T. GLENNON, married Julia E. Donnelly. Judge Glennon was at one time a part owner of the Sentinel. Left Woodstock almost fifty years ago and rose to prominence in legal and business circles in Chicago. Lived latter years of his life at Lake Geneva, where Mrs. Glennon still lives. MARK HICKOX Mark Hickox was an enterprising farmer of Dorr township. He was born Dec. 25, 1819, in Massachusetts. He came to Illinois with his parents, Isaac Hickox, who lived the later part of his life near McHenry. Mark Hickox owned ninety acres just west and now a part of Woodstock. He dealt extensively in cattle and carried on a large dairy. One daughter, Mrs. Exa Allen, survives and lives at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. A. Carmack on Lincoln avenue. FRANK E. HANAFORD Was born Dec. 8, 1842, at Newhampton, N. H. When 15 years of age his family located in Woodstock. He enlisted in Co. A. 15th Ill. Vol. Inf. in 1861, and served with distinction. In 1865 he married Melissa Sears of Seneca township. They were the parents of four children, Edward, Mabel (Mrs. W. H. Munroe), Frank C. and Maude, who died in young womanhood. Mr. Hanaford was a hard working, highly respected citizen. He died Nov. 10, 1925, aged 84 years. Mrs. Hanaford died May 14, 1929, aged 88 years. GARDNER E. BURBANK Was born Aug. 19, 1842, in Vermont. Came to Illinois with his parents in 1843 and to McHenry county in 1848, where they settled on a farm. Gardner E. Burbank was married in 1872 to Mary McLaren. They settled on the farm two miles south of Woodstock, which he and his father had purchased in 1868. Mr. and Mrs. Burbank were the parents of five children: Anna Elizabeth, John McLaren, Harry Fay, James Frank, Helen Jeannette. EDWIN S. OLMSTEAD Was born in Cayuga county, New York, July 8, 1815, and came West in 1852, when he settled near Ridgefield in Dorr township. He died at Ridgefield July 15, 1913, aged 98 vears. One son, SILAS E. OLMSTEAD was born in New York state, Nov. 29, 1851. Reared on a farm, he has always been engaged in that calling, although he lives in Woodstock. Mr. Olmstead has served as Alderman and as Mayor of Woodstock. He was married in 1874 to Mary Scott, a daughter of Andrew Scott. One son, Delbert J., is in the feed business in Woodstock. GEORGE ECKERT Was born Feb. 24, 1841, in Alsace, France, brought to America by his mother when a very small boy. Attended school on Queen Ann prairie and in 1859 became a clerk in the store of A. W. Fuller in Woodstock. Enlisted for three years in the Civil war, serving until his discharge in 1865, when he returned to Woodstock where he was employed again as a clerk for many years with I. T. and A. L. Salisbury, where he remained until 1886. when he was elected Sheriff in which office he served two terms, also a number of years as deputy. For twelve years he served as an Alderman in Woodstock, and was very ' earnestly interested in all civic affairs. Mr. Eckert was the father of Miss Georgia Eckert of this city. JOHN DONNELLY Was one of the earliest pioneer residents in Woodstock and for many years his family played an important part in the community life of this city. One of his sons, John C. Donnelly, served three terms in the Legislature and played a leading part in political affairs of this county. His daughters conducted a successful millinery business for many years in the old homestead property south of the court house. One daughter, Margaret, was a teacher in the Chicago public schools. One daughter, Marcella, married JOHN J. STAFFORD, leading furniture dealer and undertaker for many years. They are the parents of Gordon and Marcellus Stafford. Mrs. Stafford has been a member of the Woodstock Board of Education No. 72 for many years. WILLIAM H. COWLIN Was born in England and came with his parents in 1852, when eight years of age, to America, where the father, Abraham B. Cowlin, located in 1857 at Franklinville, where he conducted a shoe shop for three years, then removed to Woodstock, where he was in the grocery business for many years, located on Main street. William H. Cowlin was ten years old when he came with his parents to this country. He served in the Civil war and for a time was a prisoner at Andersonville prison, where he saw much suffering, and himself was very ill. Mr. Cowlin was married Oct. 3, 1869 to Susan M. Whitson. They had three sons, Fred W., John A. and Thomas O. Mrs. Cowlin died in 1883. On Sept. 30, 1888, he married his second wife, Eliza Boutelle, and they had one daughter, Mrs. Sue Reed of Woodstock. Mr. Cowlin was an attorney for disabled Civil war veterans for many years and in that capacity did much to help his comrades of that great conflict. He was also interested in every useful civic activity. He died March 14, 1919, aged 75 years. CAPT. CHAS. H. TRfON Was born at Deerfield, Mass., June 2, 1826, and was thus ten years old when his parents brought him to McHenry county, where they settled near Hebron. Among his early school teachers was Deacon L. H. S. Barrows of Woodstock. Capt. Tryon had a busy life, served in the Civil war in command of Company H., Ninety-fifth Illinois Vol., which he organized. Served one term in the Legislature, elected in 1882, member of Board of Supervisors and in 1888 elected County Surveyor, which office he held until his death in 1908. Capt. Tryon was married twice, his first wife died in 1876, leaving two children, Jessie M., who married Geo. Trow, a farmer in Hebron township, and Bela A., who died at the age of 26 years. On July 4, 1877, Capt. Tryon married Mrs. Marion E. Sherman. In 1891 he moved to Woodstock, where he resided until his death on West Judd street. Capt. Tryon's household in his latter years consisted of himself and his wife, and "Bonnie Doon," now Mrs. George Cairns. , She is the granddaughter, of Capt. Tryon's only brother, and daughter of Ira Tryon. Two other members of this family are prominent officials of McHenry county, Charles Leon Tryon, highway commissioner, and George Leslie Tryon, surveyor. THE QUINLAN FAMILY The Quinlan family in McHenry county were the children of John and Ellen Quinlan, natives of the County Cork in Ireland, The father died in Ireland about 1923, and in 1827 the widow came to Canada with three of her oldest children, where they established a home near Ottawa. Two years later the mother, having, with the aid of her three children, saved some money, returned to Ireland to bring over the rest of her family. These children together were named Catherine, Humphrey, Cornelius, John, Dennis, Jeremiah and Ellen, the last two being twins. The family reunited remained In Canada until the fall of 1833, when they removed to Oswego, N.Y., where the sons found work on the Erie Canal. In 1837 they removed to Chicago, and were after that always identified with Illinois history, especially in Hartland and Greenwood township, McHenry county. Mrs. Quinlan was a most remarkable woman and lived to the extraordinary age of 103. Of her children, Cornelius was the father of Miss Agnes Quinlan. He lived to the age pf 92 years, died Aug. 17, 1898. Jeremiah Quinlan was the father of Dan and Lucy Quinlan of this city. He died Jan. 30, 1902, aged 81 years. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. PAGE THREE PIONEER FAMILIES MADE HISTORY IN W0ODSTOCK CORNELIUS F. LEMMERS Born in Holland near The Hayne, in 1812. Came to New York in 1847, and in 1848 to Woodstock, where he took up his trade as a carpenter and contractor. In 1850 he married Lois Wheeler. Their. children were Elizabeth L. Genevieve H., Almina M., Francis M., Charles A., Catherine M., Sadie L., George. W. and Guy C. Mr. Lemmers was a competent workman, among his accomplishments having been the spring house in the park, which was of a design much in vogue at that time. He died June 3, 1888, aged 72 years. Lois D. Lemmers died July 1, 1912, aged 79 years. Chas. A. Lemmers of Denver, Colo., is a regular contributor to the Daily Sentinel. George W. Lemmers of this city is the only surviving member of the family living in Woodstock. Frank M. Lemmers lives in Milwaukee. A sister, Mrs. Fremont Ellsworth of this city, died Oct. 2, 1931, aged 70 years. PETER J. HERDKLOTZ. The first pioneer settler on Queen Anne prairie was Peter J. Herdklotz, who was born in Alsace, France, Feb. 27, 1820. His father was Michael Herdklotz, who in 1837, sent two of his sons, Michael and Peter J., to America to select a place to which the family might emigrate. The two young men selected a location, in Greenwood township, where the entire family arrived in 1839, and made their homestead. On Jan. 29, 1848, Peter J. Herdklotz married Catherine Sondericker. They were, the parents of the following children: Catherine, Margaret, Christina, Eliza, Peter H., Sarah and Emma. Of these children, Christine married Emil Pfeiffer. They were the parents of Alvin Pfeiffer, Mrs. Emma Thomas and Raymond P. Pfeiffer, all of Woodstock. Eliza married Jacob Dellenbach also of this city. Emma married Alvin J. Austin. Both are now deceased. They were the parents of Mrs. Arlene Hoesley. JAMES G. MURPHEY One of, the earliest pioneer settlers of Greenwood township was James C. Murphey, who came to that locality from West Virginia in 1845. His family consisted of himself and wife and twelve children, of which number one was adopted. In 1867 James G. Murphey sold his farm in Greenwood and removed to Abington, Knox county, Illinois, where he died in 1879, aged 80 years, his wife dying at the same age. Three of the sons became prominent citizens of Woodstock, as follows: THEODORE D. MURPHEY, prominent attorney and judge, was the father of Mrs. Alice Kellogg; PERRY W. MURPHEY, was one of the prominent early dentists of Woodstock; ANDERSON R. MURPHEY, druggist and jeweler, was in business here for many years; Father of Walter H. Murphey; Elmer R. Murphey; Jessie, wife of W. T. Charles; and Bessie, wife of L. E. Allen, who has written a letter appearing in this issue of the Sentinel. Wrote letter For The Daily Sentinel Before His Death CHARLES F. DACY [photo] Just a short time before his death Mr. Dacy wrote a very interesting letter to the Daily Sentinel for its Eightieth Anniversary Edition, which appears in another part of this issue. Charles F. Dacy was born at Woodstock on February 8, 1870, a son of Timothy J. Dacy. From early boyhood he was afflicted by illness with a lameness which required the use of a crutch. He was associated with his father in early manhood in the implement business. Later he organized the Dacy Lumber Co., which business he sold in 1922, when on account of his wife's ill health, he moved to Ashville, N. C. Mrs. Dacy died May 3, 1931. Mr. Dacy died Jan. 19, 1937, leaving two sons, Kenneth and John, both grown to manhood. Kenneth is in the electrical contracting business at Asheville, while John holds a government position at Washington. FRED RENICH [photo] MRS. FRED RENICH [photo] Old Time German Editor and Local Business Leader. Modesty tells us not to say too much about our own family, but duty commands us that they be not overlooked in this edition. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Renich lived useful and prominent lives in this city, to which they came in the years soon following the Civil war. Fred Renich was born and grew to manhood in Berne, Switzerland, where he learned the trade of a confectioner. He came in 1864 to this country and entered the service of his adopted country as a private in Company L. Ninth Illinois Cavalry. Discharged from the service in the fall of 1865, returned to Chicago, where he entered the cigar business. He married Elizabeth Stein on July 26, 1866, and in January, 1867, came to Woodstock, where his wife died Oct. 24, 1867. He married Catherine Stein on Sept. 22, 1870. After coming to Woodstock Mr. Renich entered the wholesale cigar and tobacco business in which he continued until about 1880. He served one term as alderman and was always active in all civic affairs. In 1885 he established the German Volksblatt, to which reference is made in another column. He died in June, 1890 as the result of a sunstroke, aged 48 years. Catherine Renich, his wife, was born in Chicago, March 24, 1846. Her father, Charles Stein, came to Chicago in 1834, just a year after the present metropolis was founded. He prospered with the growth of the city and for many years conducted a hostelry on the corner of Clark and Adams street. The present federal building is now located there. At the time or the Chicago fire all of Grandfather Stein's properties were destroyed and he moved with his family to a small farm near Blue Island, where he died in 1885. Mr. and Mrs. Renich were the parents of seven children, Charles S. editor of the Daily Sentinel, Charlotte R. Anderson, now deceased, Fred L. of Milwaukee, Wis., Mary E., teacher, at Orange City, Iowa, Edward A., of Newton, Kansas, Amanda (Mrs. Arthur Bailey) of Owensboro, Ky. and Katherine, a teacher at Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa. Mrs. Fred Renich died in April, 1925, aged 79 years. JOSIAH DWIGHT The first editor of the Woodstock Sentinel, was a native of Massachusetts, coming to Greenwood township in 1838. He edited the first paper published in McHenry county in 1846 or 1847, which was called the Republican Free Press. Between running a newspaper off and on he was in the mercantile business and was in 1849 appointed Postmaster by President Taylor. In 1856 he started publishing the Sentinel, but retired after a few years and went to Wyoming, Ohio, where he spent the remainder of his life. W. H. Dwight was his son and conducted the shoe store which he later sold to Henry A. Stone. Charles Clossons Sends Greetings From Minnesota PETER E. ROSE [photo] MRS. PETER ROSE [photo] Peter B. Rose will be well remembered by all our old 1 residents. For many years Mr. Rose was superintendent of the bottling department of the Woodstock Brewing Co. This was back in the early nineties. About 1893 he purchased the property located east of the Desmond Gas station and established a bottling works of his own, manufacturing and selling ginger ale and soft drinks. Mr. Rose had the wholesale agency of the Pabst Brewing Co. He died May 7, 1922, aged 58 years. Mrs. Rose lives with her daughter, Mrs. Charles Closson at Anoka, Minn., where the Clossons operate their own theater business. One son, Ralph, is deceased. Mrs. Rose has been ill from a heart ailment recently, but has recovered. Mrs. Rose is a great grandmother. Little Sondra Ann, 7 month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Fraedrich, was recently in a Minneapolis hospital, following an operation, from which, at last reports, she was recovering. Sondra Ann's mother, Mrs. Fraedrich, was Beryl Closson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Closson. Mrs. Closson has also been ill this winter of lobar pneumonia. Dr. Hyde West Called Home In His 48th Year DR. WM. HYDE WEST [photo] When Dr. Hyde West was taken from us on May 11, 1933, at the age of only 48 years, as the result of an untortunate accident, there was a hush of stillness and sorrow over the loss of so popular and valuable a citizen as he had been during the years he had been among us. ISAAC H. FAIRCHILD Was born March 6, 1816, at Liberty, N. Y., came in 1837 to McHenry county and settled on some land near Woodstock. In 1855 he moved to Woodstock and for fifteen years labored in the cause of the American Bible Society in Illinois and Kentucky. In 1879 he moved to the farm east of Woodstock which is still known by old timers as the Fairchild farm. He was a prominent supporter of the temperance cause and preached in many churches in this county. McHenry County Bar Association McHenry county is represented in the legal profession by some of the most outstanding lawyers in the country. For years the county has been rated high in this profession and today with many of the older members being called by death, younger members are stepping forward to take their places, not only as practicing attorneys but in the judicial field. In the past year or more the legal profession of McHenry county has been hard hit by the grim reaper. Death has called such prominent members as Judge Edward D. Shurtleff, who for years has been prominent as an attorney, legislator and jurist; Charles T. Allen, who served as assistant state's attorney and later county judge, as well as enjoying a number of years as a practicing attorney and David R. Joslyn Sr., who probably was one of the most able trial lawyers in the Middle-west. In Judge Allen's place has been elected a popular young member of the county bar association in Henry L. Cowlin of Crystal Lake. The place left vacant by the death of Judge Shurtleff has not been filled and the people of the Seventeenth Judicial district are waiting word from Springfield that will bring a call for a special election. During the last year the legal profession of the county has seen a change in the office of State's Attorney in the election of William M. Carroll, one of the younger members of the association. Attorney Carroll succeeded Vincent S. Lumley, who for some twenty-six years rendered to the people of McHenry county as State's Attorney a service which has long been recorded in the halls of the legal profession of the county as one which has no equal on the record books. State's Attorney Carroll has selected as his chief assistant, Don A. Wicks, a young Woodstock lawyer, born and educated in Woodstock, who promises to give to the McHenry county people good service, as has been rendered in years gone by. State's Attorney Carroll retired from the State Legislature after serving six years to become the county prosecutor. Although much younger than his predecessor he has the ability and the desire to give to the people similar good service as was given by Attorney Lumley over the period of years he served in office. In looking over the roster of the county lawyers we note the names of Charles P. Barnes and D. T. Smiley, both of whom served in previous years as County Judge. We also note the name of L. D. Lowell, one of the older members of the association, who served as State's Attorney. We note the name of Charles H. Francis, who served the Eighth Senatorial district as representative at Springfield. There are some members of the association who are not in active practice of law, such as William S. McConnell, William R. Cairns, Charles S. Northrup, and Eugene R. Hoy. Also listed are the names of Oliver F. Field of Woodstock, who is in the legal part of the insurance department at Springfield and Hamilton O. Hale of Crystal Lake, who is now practicing in Chicago. The county bar association has one woman member in Hazel Black Cherney of Fox River Grove. She does not engage in active practice in the county. The name of Paul J. Donovan could be added to the list, although he does not engage in active practice in the county. He is connected with the Borden-Wieland milk company in the legal department. Attorney Donovan has been seriously ill for more than a year, during which time it was found necessary to amputate part of one leg to save his life. He is.much improved at present, which is good news to the many readers of this paper. He is a son of the late John D. Donovan of Woodstock. At present Judge Ralph Dady of Waukegan is supervising the work in the circuit court here. He is handling all of the work in Lake and McHenry counties, while Judge Arthur E. Fisher of Rockford is taking care of the judicial work in Winnebago and Boone counties. Again we say that in McHenry county there are located many of the most prominent and most talented men in the legal profession. Following is a roster of the membership of the county bar association: Russell Allen, Gary. C. P. Barnes, Woodstock. C. Percy Barnes, Woodstock. F. B. Bennett, Woodstock. W. R. Cairns, Woodstock. M. A. Carmack, Woodstock. William M. Carroll, (State's Attorney), Woodstock. Hazel Black Cherney, Fox River Grove. Henry L. Cowlin (County Judge), Crystal Lake. Hugh A. Deneen, Harvard. Andrew El Dianis, Cary. Floyd E. Eckert, Woodstock. Oliver F. Field. Charles H. Francis, Woodstock. Theo. L. Hamer, Woodstock. Walter G. French, McHenry. Hamilton O. Hale, Crystal Lake. Thomas V. Houlihan, Harvard. E. R. Hoy, Crystal Lake. D. R. Joslyn, Woodstock. Paul Jevne, Harvard. Walter F. Kelly, Crystal Lake. Fred R. Kelley, Marengo. Vernon J. Knox, Crystal Lake. V. S. Lumley, Woodstock. L. D. Lowell, Crystal Lake. James J. McCauley, Harvard. W. S. McConnell, Woodstock. Charles S. Northrup, Woodstock. L. B. Palmer, Harvard. D. T. Smiley, Harvard. C. B. Whittemore, Marengo. Arthur G. Waite, Woodstock. Don A. Wicks (Assistant State's Attorney), Woodstock. ST ANN'S MISSION EPISCOPAL In January of 1933 a group of Woodstock Episcopalians got together with Archdeacon Ziegler of the Diocese of Chicago and Reverend Chapman of Harvard and established the Mission of Saint Ann in Woodstock. Reverend Chapman of Harvard was appointed Priest-in-charge. For a time services were held in the homes of the various communicants. Due to the kindness of D. F. Fesler the Mission was invited to hold their services in the bungalow at the Alemite plant. Accordingly an attractive little chapel was made in the bungalow and the Mission continued there. Several memorable services were held there, including the ones presided over by Right Reverend George Craig Stewart, Bishop of Chicago and another by Bishop Fawcett of the Diocese of Quincy. In the fall of 1934 the Mission rented the house at 468 West Jackson street and moved there. Reverend Chapman was succeeded by Father Edwin B. Thayer, who also served the Mission at Crystal Lake. The next spring Reverend Thayer left to take the parish at Morrison, Illinois, and the Mission became the active charge of Archdeacon Ziegler, and remained so until his election to the Bishoprice of Wyoming. During his incumbency, he was assisted at Saint Ann's by the following seminarians from Seabury-Western Seminary at EVanston: Mr. John Schwer, Mr. Percy Gough and the present incumbent Mr. Justin B, Edwards. The Mission at present has for Priest-in-charge the Venerable Frederick G. Deis, Archdeacon of the Diocese of Chicago. The Mission has been greatly assisted by the work of the Saint Ann's Guild, who have been a loyal and active group. The membership has been increasing, and the Mission is daily getting on a more sound basis. The building fund is steadily increasing, and if the Mission is able to continue to progress as it has the past few years, the future should see a church of their own and the rating of a parish. Legion Auxiliary Plans Future Activities Card Party March 31. The American Legion Auxiliary held a pleasant meeting on Thursday evening at Legion home, with Mrs. Freeman Giesselbrecht conducting the business session, following the opening of the meeting in the usual impressive manner. The president gave a splendid report of the recent patriotic conference, and Mrs. Leslie Tryon gave the report of the County council meeting. The organization was happy to find that the rubber matting was already laid on the kitchen floor. The public card party was also discussed, the date to be Wednesday evening, March 31, and the Auxiliary, is asking the cooperation of other organizations as to the date. On Thursday, April 8, the group of ladies will serve the Boy Scout Executive Banquet. Members are urged to attend the next McHenry Council meeting on April 2 to be held at McHenry, at which time the department president, Mrs. Josephine Soliday, will mdke her official visit, with Mrs. Marian Thompson, district director and her mother, Mrs. Eva Springer as guests. Mrs. Chris Klabunde having resigned as historian due to changing her residence to Harvard before long, was honored by being escorted to the platform by the sergeant-at-arms, and was presented with a lovely gift from the local unit. Mrs. Klabunde graciously thanked the group for the gift and their thoughtfulness of her. At the next meeting here will be a historian elected to fill the vacancy. After a social hour, the social chairman of the evening, Mrs. Albert Pierson, and her committee, Mrs. M. Soenksen, Mrs. Theo. Clyde, Mrs. Merle Brimhall and Mrs. Louis Wendt, served a delicious lunch, suggestive of St. Patrick. FREE METHODIST This society was organized in 1865. The services were held in the homes of the members until the church at Pleasant Valley was built. The first resident pastor, Rev. M. V. Clute shepherded the church from 1866 to 1974. Rev. M. L. Vorheis, as a local pastor directed the interests of the church until 1884. The following ministers served during the next decade. C. S. Spalding, 1885; John Taylor, 1886; B. P. Clark, 1887; J. J. Schuyler, 1888-89; J. J. Hales, 1890; P. W. Newcomer, 1891-92; John Harvey, 1893-94. It was during Rev. Harvey's ministry that a small brick church was erected at the corner of Jefferson and E. Jackson, the site now occupied by Odd Fellows Temple. This church was a neat, modest structure, comfortable and cozy, and was dedicated free of debt. The ministers who served this church were C. B. Wetherell, 1895-96; J. G. Rickenbach, 1897-98; H. Crusius, 1899; H. C. Willing, 1900; R. G. Wilkin, 1901-03; D. W. Finsch, 1904-05; H. S. Willing, 1906. In 1906, with an abiding faith in the future, the members erected a new edifice at the corner of East street and McHenry avenue, and has since prospered and flourished at that location. Ministers who have served at the present location are: J. D. Kelsey, 1907-10; W. G. Hanmer, 1911; J. G. Rockenbach, 1912-13; W. M. Kelsey, 1914-16; W. T. Loring, 1917-19; A. L. Wright, 1920-21; J. M. Wolfe. 1922-24; C. E. Snlvely, 1925-26; W. F. Dick, 1927-29; W. T. Loring, 1930; O. L. Mullet, 1930; A. H. Fleming, 1931-32; N. W. Fink, 1933—. Sunday School. The church has a fine Sunday School. During the past three years the attendance has averaged over 90. Mrs. Flora Clyde is the superintendent. Mana Gilliem is secretary-treasurer; Newton S. Fink, chorister. The Board of Trustees include Herbert Kiltz, H.C. Gensch. E. H. Fritz, C. E. Tibbens, Mana Gilliem. Woman's Missionary Society President, Mrs. Lydia 0. Gaudin; Secretary, Mrs. Eva Marshall; Treasurer, Mrs. Mae Kiltz. Young People's Society: Superintendent, Mrs. N. W. Fink; president, Mrs. Wendell Sparrow; Secretary, Leroy Carlson; treasurer, Newton Fink. Junior Missionary Society: Miss Elizabeth Everitt is superintendent of this group of young people. DENNIS QUINLAN [photo] MRS. DENNIS QUINLAN [photo] Dennis Quinlan was born at Lamont, Illinois, but came as a child with his parents to Hartland township, where he became a highly respected and successful farmer. He married Nancy Evans, who was born at Oswego, N. Y. Thirty-two years ago they moved to Woodstock, where they spent their declining years. Mr. and Mrs. Quinlan had no children of their own, but brought up several children in their home. Among these was Mrs. Ann Maher of Lincoln avenue, who has loaned their pictures to us for this edition. Mr. Quinlan died in 1929, aged 89 years; Mrs. Quinlan died in 1924, aged 82 years. Mrs. John Ryan Is Club Hostess Mrs. John Ryan entertained the members of her bridge club and one guest, on Thursday evening. Two tables were in play at auction bridge, and the lovely awards were merited by Mrs. H. T. Cooney and Mrs. Walter Reed of Harvard. The hostess completed the delightful evening with a delicious lunch. Mrs. Frank Daly was the courtesy guest. THE OLD PEOPLE'S REST HOME "Come in," softly came the voice, as we paused in a door-way. Helpless, bed-fast, suffering, her face looked, with its frame of soft white hair and her blue eyes, so sei-enely happy. "I have just been thanking my heavenly father for allowing me to spend my last days here." Our visitor was following the matron as she made her rounds. "Most of our guests have accumulated a little and invested it in a small home where they expected to spend their last days. But that was lonely, and there was much they could not do for themselves, so they have turned over their home to us, and we are helping them to enjoy what time they have left." This Institution opened its doors for the care of tho aged in 1903. One of the founders who later became its superintendent and chief promoter was the late Rev. J. D. Kelsey. At first it was only possible to accommodate about ten guests, but was later remodeled to entertain fourteen. On the demise of Rev. Kelsey, Rev. C. E. Maxwell became the superintendent, and it was during his term of service that it was brought to its present standard, and enlarged to accommodate eighteen. During all these years the home has been filled to capacity, with many applicants on the waiting list. The purpose of the founders was to provide a comfortable, pleasant home for those who had no convenient place to live, yet had some means they could contribute, which when pooled with others would be ample to provide for them the rest of their life. A survey of the roster shows many names that some of our readers would remember. For during the history of the institution of the 97 who have found this home as a "Haven of Rest" during their last days, nearly 20 percent have been from Woodstock and nearby towns. At the present time one-fourth of the guests are from McHenry county. The Home opens its doors to any desiring a quiet, comfortable cheerful place to live. At present there is an aged minister, a physician, the widow of a Civil War Veteran, the widow of a minister, a nurse and others who have contributed their part in the communities from which they came. Statistics show that those who have come to the home have lived eight to twelve years longer than they had any prospect of living when they came. The home family is in charge of a registered nurse and three assistants. They are always pleased to have friends call and make the acquaintance of the guests. The present superintendent is Rev. N. W. Fink. THE McFARLAND TRIPLETS These attractive little youngsters are Jean, Joan, and James McFarland, triplet son and daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John McFarland of near Hebron. The only triplets in McHenry county, they celebrated their fifth birthdays on Feb. 2. They have flaxen hair and blue eyes. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL. SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTQCK DAILY SENTINEL Published every evening except Sunday by the Woodstock Sentinel Company 209 N. Benton St., Woodstock, Ill. Charles F. Renich, Editor and Publisher Entered as second-class matter Aug 31, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Ill., under the Act of Mar. 8, 1879. Subscription Rates By Carrier Per Week 10 cents. By Carrier One Year $5.00 By Mail Outside of City, one year $3.00 Outside McHenry County, one year $4.00 CLASSIFIED ADS PHONE 5 Rates For Classified Advertising 26 Words or less 50 cents. 3 Consecutive Times $1.00. 6 Consecutive Times $1.50. Over 25 Words 2c each. Numbers, Initials and address count as words FOR SALE Good selection of young Iowa farm horses every week. Geldings and Mares, some mares in foal. Well matched teams. New load of T. B. Blood tested cows. WM. E. GAULKE, Sales Barn. 10-1 mo. FOR SALE—Houses from $1,000.00 to $7,500.00. Lots from $200.00 to $1,000.00/ Farms. Lake property. H. G. FISHER, Phone 395-R. Enter Joslyn Block, 10-4 FOR SALE—New Iowar Seed Oats, No. 38 Seed Barley, Timothy & Alfalfa mixed Hay. ALMER AAVANG, Phone Greenwood 583. 8-6 REAL ESTATE—Farms and City Property for sale or rent. S. J. OGLE, Office 144 Washington St., Phone 510 or 235-J. Let's talk it over. 8-1 mo.* LIKE Good Fried CHICKEN? Raise your own Fryers! 50 Corn Belt Chicks and Electric Brooder—only $7.55—Get yours started NOW. Feeds, Electric and Oil Brooders, O. K. Peat, Chick and Hen Dine, Charcoal, in fact we have everything you need to raise your chicks successfully. CORN BELT HATCHERIES, Woodstock, Ill., Main St. Phone—634. 8-6 FOR SALE—Now is the time to buy your farm lime stone as prices are advancing. We have modern equipment for hauling and spreading. FRED BAIER, Phone 396-M. 128 S. Jefferson St. 16-lmo. FOR RENT—3 room furnished apartment, private bath and entrance. Phone 615-M. 12-3 FOR RENT—Furnished Apartments. 2, 3 or 4 rooms. MRS. E. E. McBROOM, Phone 189-J._13-1 MONEY TO LOAN LIVESTOCK LOANS—5% interest. Easy payments. Quick service. Small expense. See E. M. PHILLIPS, 207 Benton St., Woodstock, Phone 243-W. Res. 267-M. 10-1 mo WANTED—Married man for Dairy and Farm work. C. W. CHANDLER, Lake Geneva, Wis. 12-3* WANTED—Work on farm by married man. Experienced, steady, reliable, will furnish references. Capable of managing. LAURENCE MARKEE, 925 Northampton street, Woodstock. 11-3* TABLE TOPS RESURFACED — We now have a sanding machine to renew tops of office desks, tables, bars, etc. Satisfactory work guaranteed. Reasonable prices. HENNING NEWMAN, Phone 736-M., 434 Seminary Ave., Woodstock. Ill. Professional Cards GLENN E. WRIGHT, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Murphy Block Woodstock, 111. X-Ray Complete Clinic and Laboratory Examination Office Hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p. m. Tel. Office 88 - Res. 22 DR. HENRY W. SANDEEN Physician and Surgeon Elks Building Woodstock, Ill. Office hours—2 to 4, and 7 to 8 p. m. Except Thursdays Home Telephone 74 _Office 28 Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted DR. PAUL A. SCHWABE Hotel Building;, Woodstock, Ill. Monday, Wednesday, Saturday 9:00 a. m. - 5:30 p. m. Wednesday and Saturday Evenings Phone 674 for appointment. DR. HORACE S. BRADLEY DR. GERTRUDE G. BRADLEY OSTEOPATHS Above Royal Blue Store Phones: Office and Residence 181 DRS. BRAND & HETREED HOSPITAL Dr. King, Dentist Phone 539 DR. O. E. NELSON Physician and Surgeon Phones: Res. 225 - Office 250 Dushnak Bldg. 112 Cass St DR. THOS. FORREST PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Over News Depot Hours 10-12; 2-4; 7-9 All Phones 221 CHIROPRACTOR Hoy Bldg. Cass St. 10 to 12 — 2 to 5 Woodstock Ill. DR. W. C. NIEDERMEYER DENTIST Office 109 1/2 S. Benton St. Phone 501 Hours 9 to 12 1 to 5 p. m. Evenings by appointment. LOCALS Mrs. Jennie Parker and daughter, Miss Golda Parker, mother, sister and brother of Thelma Burden, are guests in the L. G. Wilcox home called here by the death of Mrs. John Gibson. The Parkers are from Martelle, Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Mann and Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Gay were in attendance at the big game at Freeport and saw the local high school defeat the Rochelle team, winning a light to play Freeport this evening. Burnell Leonard and a college class mate, of Marquette U. at Milwaukee, Robert Duggan of Elgin spent the week-end with Burnell's parents, the H. J. Leonards. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard, sons, Charles and Burnell and their guest spent Sunday at Oak Park. Emmerson Curtis, Clarence Murphy and Charles Leonard took in the Notre Dame-Marquette University basketball game at Milwaukee on Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Burroughs of Wilmot, Wis., spent Sunday with Mrs. Irene Dietz. Mrs. Etta Rogers returned home on Thursday from several weeks' spent at West Chicago. Mrs. W. Wilke is spending several days visiting in Chicago and Wheaton. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Lang, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lang, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. James Lang and Mrs. Frank Beilke and daughters spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Rawson at Edgewater Methodist Home in Chicago. Stitch and Chatter with Mrs. Gay. The Stitch and Chatter club met on Wednesday afternoon, at the home of Mrs. J. O. Gay. The ladies spent a social hour in chatting followed by the serving of a delicious, dinner at 5 o'clock. RUTH SERVICE GUILD. Installation of newly elected officers of Ruth Service Guild will take place in the Presbyterian church parlors on Tuesday evening, March 16, with the following hostesses: Hattie Leonard, Martha Heaton, Emma Sahs, Mary Klemme and Verne Bokemeier. The program will be in charge of Maud Nienstedt, Louisa Roderick and Birdie Schroeder. IN MEMORIAM In memory of Arthur H. Gustafson, who passed away a year ago, March 14,1936. It is not death to die— To leave this weary road And midst the brotherhood on high, To be at home with God. His Mother, Father and Sister. * Secret of Character The secret of character consists largely in the problem of self-control. WANTED—Lady to care for children and do light housework. Inquire at Home Bakery. 13-1 WANTED—Applications for Housekeeper at the Woodstock Country Club. Man and wife preferred. Address Committee, 214 Main St., Woodstock. 9-6 WANTED—Two salesmen with light cars for Rural work. Salary paid while training. Must be free to travel. Interview after 7:30 p. m. C. HENSLEY, 240 Throop St. 8-6* MODERN CONSTRUCTION CO. "Over 25 Years Building Experiences" General Contractors Fox River Grove, 111. Phone Cary 65 Excel in Modern Homes 17-1 mo. $3 CASH $8 for Dead Horses and Cows. Hogs & Sheep Removed. MIDWEST REMOVAL CO. Phone Dundee 10 and reverse charges. Jan. 14 tf. ELECTRICAL FLOOR SANDING. New equipment—latest on the market. All floors made perfect. Prompt and satisfactory service guaranteed. Estimates cheerfully given. HENNING NEWMAN. 434 Seminary Ave., Woodstock. Phone 736-M. NOTICE W. S. BATTERN, Odd Fellows Bldg. Phone 438 REAL ESTATE—RENTING INSURANCE DEAD ANIMALS—Will Pay From $3 to $5 for dead and crippled Horses. Cattle. Phone Bartlett 55-J-l; Dundee 371; Elgin 830. ARROW REMOVAL. FOR CASH AND QUICK REMOVAL of crippled, and Dead Horses and Cattle. Call AXEL BOLVIG'S PLACE Woodstock. Phone 1645-W-2, and reverse charges. NOTICE I will pay $4 to $14.00 for old and disabled horses. Call or write FRANK M. JAYNES, Phone Woodstock 209. RCA VICTOR 1937 RADIOS With Magic Voice, Magic Brain, Magic Eye, Metal Tubes. EASY TERMS R. B. SWEETLAND AUTHORIZED DEALER Sets Repaired RCA Tubes Phone 569 and 149-W 410 Clay St. MCHENRY ITEMS Richard Patzke spent Thursday with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Sund, at Ridgefield. Miss Augusta Buchert of Elgin spent the weekend in the home of her brother. Mrs. H. E. Durland visited her mother at Henrotin hospital, Chicago, Saturday. Billy Kinsala spent the weekend in Chicago. Mrs. F. A. Bohlander was a Chicago visitor Saturday. Miss Arleen Bacon of Waukegan spent the weekend at her home here. Bob Beckenbaugh and sister, Virginia, of Chicago spent Sunday at their home here. J. B. Kelter was a Chicago visitor Monday. Miss Lenore Frisby of Woodstock spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rob Frisby. Mary Celine Adams of Elgin spent the weekend at the farm home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Adams. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Brooks and son were weekend Chicago visitors. Recent guests of Miss Nancy Frisby were Mrs. Mina Frisby and daughter, Nancy, Mrs. S. Walsh, son, Vincent, and Mary Kenneally, of Elgin. Mrs. Vaughn Jones of Chicago spent the weekend with her husband in the C. W. Goodell home. Harriet Boger of Chicago spent the weekend here. Miss Ruth Phalin of Chicago visited, over the weekend, in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Phalin. Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Schaffer and family of Crystal Lake visited relatives here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Boyko and daughter, Connie, returned Saturday from Jacksonville, Fla., where they spent the winter. John Roney of Wauconda was a local Sunday visitor. William Young and friend and Miss Rosina Freund of Elgin visited relatives here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Young and family of Waukegan spent Sunday with relatives here. Mrs. Catherine Young is spending a few weeks in the home of her son at Harvard. Mr. and Mrs. William Ricks and John Ricks spent the weekend at their cottage on Fox river. Mrs. Joanna Walsh of Fox Lake visited her sisters here Sunday. Hubert Smith returned home Thursday from St. Therese's hospital, Waukegan. He is recovering from a recent operation. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dowling of Indianapolis, Ind., visited her mother, Mrs. F. O. Gans, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Smith of Chicago spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kilday. Miss Mercedes Hayes of Chicago spent Sunday with her mother. Miss Ruth Reihansperger returned to Rockford college Monday after spending the weekend at her home. Miss Maurie Taylor, high school teacher, was absent from her teaching duties the first of the week because of illness. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Burke have returned from a visit with her sister at Cleveland, O. Miss Kathrine Kortendick of Rockford spent the weekend in the home of her sister, Mrs. John Bolger. Her father, who had been visiting here, returned home with her. Miss Edna Bolling of Mundelein and Ed Miller were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, Sunday. Alfons Diedrich of Chicago spent the weekend at his home here. Miss Marguerite Johnson of DeKalb spent the weekend at her home on Main street. Mrs. E. R. Sutton and Mrs. George Miller were Woodstock visitors on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Paul H. Schwerman were Waukegan visitors Tuesday. George Kinsala was in Chicago on Monday as friends in McHenry learned when they heard him broadcast in the "Man on the Street" radio program. Miss Margaret Hines and Dorothy Simmons of Elgin motored to McHenry Friday evening to see Mrs. John Meehan of Jacksonville, Fla. Mrs. William Justen spent the weekend with her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hoffman, at Wilmette. RICHMOND, March 12 — Special Correspondence to the Sentinel — A message received here by Fred Arp announced the death of his sister Teal Anderson, at her home in Los Angeles, Calif., on March 5, 1937, following a brief illness. Ottealia Arp Anderson, only daughter of August and Christina Arp was born on the Arp homestead near Twin Lakes, August 7, 1861. Her girlhood was spent in the Richmond vicinity. In 1890 she was married to Frank N. Anderson of Chicago. They made their home in Chicago until 1907. The past thirty years she has been a resident of California. Mrs. Arp died there a number of years ago. Surviving are one daughter and two sons, Mrs. Clyde Danner and Frank of Los Angeles and Leslie of Bakersfield, Calif., also four brothers, Fred and John Arp of Richmond, Otto of Elkhorn, Wis., and August of Waterloo, Iowa. Funeral services were held in Los Angeles Monday. Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Brunswick, Mr. and Mrs. George Weber and Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Gunderson very pleasantly surprised Mrs. W. T. Toppen Tuesday evening in honor of her birthday. Auction bridge was the diversion of the evening with high score favors won by Mr. and Mrs. Weber. A lovely lunch was served by the self-invited guests. Mrs. H. F. Greeley accompanied Miss Hazel Neff to Chicago Monday. John Meyer spent Tuesday in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Anderson visited her father, Ray Bartholf at the West Suburban hospital Wednesday afternoon. They found him resting comfortably. Mrs. Charles Kruse and Mrs. R. G. Richardson spent Wednesday in Elburn with Mrs. Kruse's sister, Mrs. John Volstorff. Mrs. Volstorff left the same night for her home in Hood River, Oregon. She accompanied the Kruses on a trip to Florida. Mrs. Leo Karls and two sons drove to Elgin Wednesday to visit her aunt Mrs. Lewis Abendroth at the Sherman hospital. She is recovering from a recent operation. The Richmond Woman's Club will meet at the home of Mrs. John Myers an Tuesday afternoon, March 16. The next regular meeting of the Royal Neighbors Camp will be on Thursday evening, March 18, at the home of Mrs. Frank Motley. Mrs. Earle E. Bower and son, Thomas Charles, left Wednesday for a month's visit with friends at Hollywood, Florida. A capacity audience greeted the J. B. Rotnour Players at Memorial hall Wednesday; evening, when they presented, "Goldstein and Murphy In." Next Wednesday night's performance will be "The Last Mile." The Richmond Volunteer Fire Dept. will sponsor a St. Patrick's dance Tuesday evening, March 16, at Memorial hall. Miller's orchestra will furnish the music. Dr. and Mrs. W. C. Besley of Woodstock were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Love Sunday. RINK BALLROOM WAUKEGAN, ILL. Presents GASPER-REDA And His Famous Band TOMORROW NITE Sunday, March 14. Admission before 8—40c 8 to 9—55c after 9—66c. Box office open 7 o'clock. Wednesday, March 17 St. Patrick's Dance With Your Favorite Band Ted Weems THE FINEST ALUMINUM MIRRO specials of the month. A BRAND NEW SUPER-WEIGHT FRY PAN. Use as a Vapor-Seal fry pan, Dutch oven, top range roaster or as two individual skillets. An ideal double chicken fryer. NEW 284-PAGE COOK BOOK GIVEN with this new fry pan. 1057 recipes Illustrated. Reg. value, $1.50. COOK BOOK GIVEN WITH FRY PAN ONLY. SELF-MEASURING 3-PIECE COVERED PAN SET 1, 1 1/2 and 2-qt. sizes. Thick, hard, finest MIRRO quality aluminum. 5-IN-1 COMBINATION PAN SET A new MIRRO utensil—may be used as 2-qt. double boiler, 3-qt. covered pan, 2-qt. casserole, 3-qt. sauce pan, 2-qt. pudding pan. BOHN HARDWARE Woodstock, Ill. RIDGEFIELD RIDGEFIELD, March 10—Special Correspondence to The Sentinel— Marjory Allbee entertained eight of her schoolmates in honor of her eleventh birthday Tuesday afternoon. Games were enjoyed and dainty refreshments were served by Mrs. Allbee assisted by Mrs. Paul Washo of Crystal Lake. Guests present were Nina and Robert Pence, Betty Sund, Laverne Sund, Gloria Messeck, Elaine Schulz, Kenneth Westphal and Buddy Reed. Mrs. Robert Westphal returned Tuesday after spending a few days with her mother, who is ill at Evansville, Wis. Mrs. Arthur Skinner and Mrs. Rose Hartjen of Chicago spent a couple of days with Mr. and Mrs. A. Jacobs. While here Mrs. Jacobs and Mrs. Thompson, accompanied them to Woodstock on a shopping trip. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jurs of Chicago spent Saturday afternoon in the J. B. Lynch home. Dramatic Pupils Meet With Miss Kathleen Zoia. After school hours on Tuesday, a group of eighteen dramatic pupils of Miss Mildred Callahan gathered at the home of the Charles Zoias, where Kathleen was the hostess for the occasion. A delicious lunch was served preceding the program numbers, which were readings furnished by each one of the group and vocal solos by Arlene and Mary Frances Zoia. The bean-bag game followed the program, and the prizes were won by Marilynne Merwin and James Zoia. Miss Callahan arranged the pleasing program for her pupils. Dorcas Society To Hear Miss Boeck On Tuesday. The Dorcas Society of the Methodist church will meet on Tuesday afternoon, March 16 at the home of Mrs. Frank Tappan. Miss Clara Boeck, superintendent at the local hospital, will be the speaker of the afternoon, and will tell about "Hospitals in Foreign Countries, as compared to those in this Country and the advancements which have been made. The members should all avail themselves of the opportunity of hearing Miss Boeck. STOMPANATO'S 8TH ANNIVERSARY Thank You The management and employees extend sincere thanks for your splendid cooperation and patronage during the past eight years and hope to continue to serve you faithfully for many more years. 10% DISCOUNT On all permanents from $4 up to $10. Also a free 50c facial with any beauty service amounting to $1.00 up. (From 8 a. m. to 9 p. m.) during our anniversary for the months of February and March only. The 10% discount is not included in the 2 for 1 permanents. STOMPANATO'S BARBER and BEAUTY SALON 226 Main Woodstock, Illinois 229 Benton. COMPLETE FLOOR SANDING SERVICE OLD FLOORS MADE NEW NEW FLOORS MADE PERFECT Phone 641 DUSTLESS EQUIPMENT Quick, Efficient Service Dance Floors; Rooms, large or small, Sanded and Refinished, also Resurfacing Table Tops and Bars. ESTIMATES FREE LOW RATES HENNING NEWMAN CONTRACTOR 434 Seminary Ave. Phone 736-M Woodstock, Ill. CONGRAGULATIONS WOODSTOCK SENTINEL on Your Eightieth Birthday. 77 years ago when the Woodstock Sentinel was celebrating its 3rd Birthday, a young man named George Huntingdon Hartford had just arrived in the city of New York. He found himself in a position that enabled him to purchase an entire shipment of tea and to dispose of it himself, direct to the consumer. This transaction eliminated the usual middlemen's profit and led him to open a small store selling tea and other merchandise to the public at about half the prevailing prices. With the rapid growth of the nation it was only natural that the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co., with its entirely new principle of doing business, should grow, step by step, from the one tiny store to the organization it has now become. The personnel of this organization, dedicated to thrift and service, felicitates the Woodstock Sentinel and its thousands of friends, and hopes to continue to serve, with them, in the years to come. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. PAGE FIVE WOODSTOCK BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL MEN AND WOMEN ABSTRACTORS McHenry County Abstract Co. Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co. AMBULANCE SERVICE Slavin & Merwin. AUCTIONEERS Charles Leonard. Thomas M. Rafter. AWNINGS Woodstock Tent and Awning. BAKERIES Home Bakery. Hoesley's Bakery. BANKS The State Bank of Woodstock. First National Bank of Woodstock. BARBERS J. C. Rowe. Stompanato's. Ray Heniken. Frank Pufahl. Fred G. Kuhn. Michael Lehman. John S. Evans. James Wilkerson. Club Barber Shop. Jim's Barber Shop BEAUTY PARLORS Pearl Heeren. Lil-Mar Shoppe. Woodstock Salon. Peacock Beauty Parlor. Clarence's Cut and Curl. Powder Puff Beauty Shop. Stompanato's Beauty Salon. BLACKSMITHS Gordon Botts. BUS STATIONS Wicks & Conley. BEVERAGE DEALERS Woodstock Bottling Works. CONTRACTORS Geo. Meyer. James Lang. Niels Larsen. Dean Colcord. A. L. Bennett Herman Ohls J. W. L^'Fish Wm. F. Lang Albert Gerloff Os<:ar Walters. J. K. Kingsley. Henry Ohlrich. Thomas Sinkay. Jens Mikkelsen Clyde W. Ward. George Freeman. Henry Johansen. Harry Anderson. Arthur Anderson. Frisby & Thomas. George F. Knaack. Elmer A. Gregory. Victor Frauenfelder CUSTOM BUTCHERING Edward Nieman. DENTISTS Mary King. W. C. Besley. L. L. Metcalf. A. M. Yessler. W. H. DeWolf. George H. Pace. W. C. Niedmeyer. George A. Seegmiller. DEPARTMENT STORES Belcher Bros. Koblentz Department. Montgomery Ward & Co. Woodstock Dry Goods Co. DRUG STORES A. S. Wright. Walgreen System. Stone Drug Store. Pfeiffer Pharmacy. DRY CLEANERS AND TAILORS Fashion. Wm. Woolf. Hans Nielsen. Evans & Evans. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS AND APPLIANCES Karl Fritz. Wm. R. Burns. Frank Mishler. Home Electric. Boyd's Electric. Richard Backhus. Russell Willoughby. Woodstock Electiic Store. ELOCUTION TEACHERS Mildred Callahan. FINANCE Loan and Finance Co. Woodstock Building & Loan Ass'n. Woodstock Production Credit Ass'n. Woodstock National Farm Loan Ass'n. FLOOR SANDING Henning Newman. FEED R. O. Andrew Co. Buell & Olmstead. Corn Belt Hatchery. Wm. Lehman & Sons. FUNERAL PARLORS Pierce & Son. Stafford & Son. Slavin & Merwin. FURNACE DEALERS A. W. Wagner. Field Hardware. Woodstock Heating Co. FUR FARMS Woodstock Fur Farm. FLORISTS I. L. Burger. George Moncur. E. Fisher Nurseries. Raffle's Floral Gardens. Bauske Bros, (wholesale). Frank Westman Evergreens. FOOD STORES Royal Blue. R. A. Pratt. Paul Knuth. Star Market. Pete Conklin E. F. Rohloff. Riley & Riley. Ann Draheim. Evans Market. Harvey Jensen. Henry Carlson. Pingle & Koch. National Tea (2). Walter Torgeson. Eckert & Bending. Jos. P. McGaffrey. E. C. Bodenschatz. E. G. Shinner Co. Sweetland & Stone. Atlantic & Pacific (2). GASOLINE STATIONS Home Oil Co. Boyce Bros. Herb Menzel. Louis Wendt. Riley & Riley. F. H. Huffman. Frank B. Reed. Desmond Oil Co. Hurley Motor Sales. F. R. Goodall Oil Co. Wm. Schmidt Texaco. Olson's Phillip's "66". Meyer's Standard Service. Goodrow's Sinclair Service. Collen's White Rose Station. Steffensen's Standard Service. GARAGES & MOTOR SALES Fred Hein. Irvin Feltman. Harry Whiston. Goodrow Garage. Reed's Tire Shop. T. Abbott & Sons. Hurley Motor Sales. Burton Motor Sales. Townsend Chevrolet. Beardsley & Horick. National Accessories. Sherburne Motor Co. Woodstock Sales & Service. HARDWARE A. W. Wagner. Belcher Bros. Field Hardware. Bohn Hardware. HARNESS MAKER Carlson Harness Shop. HATCHERIES Corn Belt Hatchery. HOSPITALS Brand Hospital. Crosby Sanitarium. Woodstock Hospital. HOTELS Hill Crest. Lincoln Inn. Do Drop Inn. Dew Drop Inn. Hotel Woodstock. ICE DEALERS Pratt Ice Co. Hutson Ice Co. Kirkman Ice Co. R. 0. Andrew Co. FARM IMPLEMENTS Bakkom Bros. McConnell Implement Co. INSURANCE AGENTS Earl Toles. O. G. Mead. Guy E. Still. Ogle Howell. W. P. Miller. Grant Nolan. Wm. DeWolf. Country Life. D. R. Joslyn. Dan. Quinlan. Bob L. Smith. W. S. Battern. E. M. Phillips. Edward Lines. John J. Hayes. John E. White. M. A. Carmack. Lorraine Curtis. Verlan Battern. James R. Riley. George A. Hunt. James P. Green. John F. Wienke. Chas. B. Wrigh.t Floyd E. Eckert. Lucy T. Quinlan. C. W. Luckenbill. Chas. H. Francis. George Schroeder. William Desmond. Chas. J. Peterson. Walter P. Parker. John H. Corcoran. Walter E. Conway. John R. Reynolds. Edward L. Martin. Hartley E. Rardin. Clifford L. Merwin. Harry B. Nienstedt. Herbert T. Cooney. Thomas B. Merwin. George B. Huffman. Howard W. Courier. Chicago Motor Club. Frank J. Hendericks. Vernon N. Mikkelson. Hoy Insurance Agency. Tappan Insurance Agency. JEWELERS Bob Miller. M. Schwabe. Fred T. Ferris. JUNK YARDS Louis Baer. Harry Baer. Arthur Knell. JUSTICE OF PEACE W. S. Battern. Chas. F. Hayes. E. E. McBroom. LIVESTOCK TRANSPORTS Frank M. Jayne. Howard Goddard. Loren Thompson. LIVESTOCK DEALERS Frank J. Flood. Peter A. Schalz. Frank J. Green. Frank M. Jayne. William H. Gaulke. LUMBER & COAL Hall & Eckert. Dacy Lumber Co. E. E. McBroom (Coal) R. O. Andrew Co. (Coal). MANUFACTURING Holmes Bed Co. Dri-Co. Labatory. Woodstock Typewriter Co. Woodstock Metal Products. Alemite Die Casting & Mfg. Co. MILK DEALERS Parker Dairy. Oakside Dairy. Scharnau Dairy. Woodstock Dairy Co. Conway's Borden-Wieland. MEN'S FURNISHING Thorne & Son. John E. Conway. Woodstock Clothing Co. MOTOR CARTAGE Fred Baier. Leslie McNett. C. F. Anderson. R. L. Beardsley. Chas. A. Kupp.e Paine Motor Service. Emmitt Motor Service. Hollister Motor Service. NEWSPAPERS Woodstock Journal. Woodstock Daily Sentinel. NEWS DEPOT Wicks & Conley. OPTOMETRISTS Dr. Paul Schwabe. Dr. O. W. McClusky PAINTERS & DECORATORS L. E. Goff. Fish Bros. F. M. Gates. Fred Eicklor. Richard Carr Edwin Jessup P. J. Mahoney David Rattray. Edward C. Nelson. PHOTOGRAPHERS Medlar's Studio. PHYSICIANS O. E. Nelson. G. E. Wright. T. F. Forrest. Frank Hetreed. H. W. Sandeen. E. Thos. Brand. Charles Zaroski. 0. W. McClusky. A. S. Romberger. PLUMBERS A. W. Geister. Wm. C. Husfeldt. D. B. Nichols & Son. PRINTING Harold W. Schmidt. Sentinel Printing Co. American Printing Co. POLICE MAGISTRATE Grant C. Nolan. POULTRY Walter Sahs. William Ohls. Chas. Bischoff. RADIO SERVICE Paul Gore. Joe Luedtke. Riley & Riley. Roy Sweetland. Russell Willoughby REAL ESTATE Frank Flood. Dan Quinlan. Henry G. Fisher. William H. Gaulke. McHenry Co. Land Co. RECREATION HALLS Paul Smith. Woodstock Recreation. RESTAURANTS O'Leary & Son. Double Dipper. Andrew Pearson. Knuth's Restaurant. Olgadon Restaurant. Dierk's Dixie Lunch. Allen's Confectionery. Shufeldt's Restaurant. Benton Street Restaurant. SHOE REPAIRING Carl Hess. F. Chichoki. Earl Rickard. Edwin Lindval. SEWING MACHINE Singer Sewing Machine. SIGN PAINTING R. H. Smith. John McGee. L. V. Anderson. TAVERNS Ed White. C. W. Ritt. Riley & Riley. "Ted" Tavern. Oscar Luedtke. Max Figlewicz. Jay G. Compton. Andrew Pearson. Clarence Conway. George (Pop) Jones. TAXI SERVICE E. J. Thomas. Francisco's Yellow Cab. THEATRE Miller Theatre. TYPEWRITER REPAIRS L. V. Kiltz. USED FURNITURE Elmer Carlson. VARIETY STORES Chris Hansen. Fall's Variety. Woolworth's Five and Ten. WOMEN'S WEAR Koblentz Department. Wien's Women's Wear. Woodstock Dry Goods. Cronin's Style Shoppe. WHOLESALE Newman Wholesale Co. JOHNSBURG Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Diethorn of Waukegan visited Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Peter Williams. Mrs. George King spent Tuesday at Woodstock with her sister, Mrs. Mike Gorskie. Mrs. Fred Smith, Mrs. John A. Miller and Mrs. Ben Freund were Waukegan callers Tuesday. Mrs. Wm. Freund of Spring Grove spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Miller. Mrs. Delbert Smith and daughter of Grayslake visited Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Ben J. Schaefer. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Miller of Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Jake Miller of Spring Grove visited Tuesday with Mrs. Mary Tonyan. Paul Huff of Greenwood spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Huff. Mr. and Mrs. Joe King and daughter, Sally Mae, visited Thursday with Jake Miller at Zenda, Wis. Hubert Smith returned home on Friday from St. Therese's hospital, Waukegan. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gielow spent Saturday and Sunday with relatives in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Bode and Mrs. Joe Karls were Waukegan callers on Saturday. Mrs. Joe King and son, Leo, were Chicago visitors Saturday. Miss Kathrine Althoff of Elgin visited Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Wm. Althoff. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Freund and daughter of Chicago spent Saturday and Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Steve H. Smith. Mrs. Martin Jung and Mrs. Math Schaefer were Woodstock callers on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. May and son, Richard, motored to Chicago Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Bohnen and son of Wilmette visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Meyers. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Gorskie and family of Woodstock spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jake Thiel. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hoffine of Genoa, Wis., visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Joe P. Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Huemann are the parents of a son, born March 6. The Oboe. The oboe is a conical section of wood, usually ebony, pierced with holes and fitted with a system of keys. It is played with a double reed. Breath control is important in playing the oboe in order to produce an even, sustained tone. It is capable of an agile, vocal, tone and is often called the lyric soprano of the woodwinds. Cultivated Hickory Nuts. Indians found so many uses for hickory nuts that they cultivated orchards. OUR MEAT DEPARTMENT A complete line of Groceries, Fruits, and Vegetables. Fresh and Cold Meats. PINGLE & KOCH A Super Service Store. Phones 46 and 47. Woodstock, Illinois. Congratulations Woodstock Sentinel On Your 80th Anniversary. Drink Heileman's Old Style Lager "For Health Sake". Conway's Tavern Dining Car. PAGE SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition IMPROVED UNIFORM INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL Lesson By REV. HAROLD L. LUNDQUIST, Dean of the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago. Western Newspaper Union. Lesson for March 14 JESUS PRAYING FOR HIS DISCIPLES LESSON TEXT — John 16:5-7; 17:14-26. GOLDEN TEXT — That they may be one', even as we are one. John 17:22. PRIMARY TOPIC —When Jesus Prayed forHis Friends. JUNIOR TOPIC—Did Jesus Pray for Me? INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC— Jesus Praying for Us. YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC— Unity with God and One Another. The assurance that someone is praying for us is an anchor in a time of storm. Many a man or woman has been on the point of giving up in despair, of yielding to temptation, and has been carried through to victory by the intercession of a godly mother or father. Just to know that someone prays for us is to find strength for the knees that have weakened and for the heart that has all but failed. Infinitely more precious is the truth of our lesson, that the Lord Jesus himself prayed for each one of his followers. John 17:20 makes clear that while he prayed for those who were with him at the time, he also included in his petition all who since that day have come to believe on him because of their testimony. Before entering upon his inexpressibly precious and beautiful prayer, the Lord gave to his followers a promise which was of vital importance. 1. A Promise (16:5-7). Persecution is coming, and Jesus will not be with them to meet the trying hour. He is about to enter upon that final scene in his earthly life, which will bring it to its end in "a place called the place of a skull." How then can he say to them that it is expedient for them that he go away? Because he will send the Comforter, the Holy Spirit. Students of the Scriptures recognize in the Holy Trinity an inscrutable mystery, but receive the teaching of the Bible concerning the ministries of the three persons in the one Godhead with glad and thankful hearts. It is a subject which cannot be entered into here, but which richly rewards careful study. Suffice it to say that while the Holy Spirit has always been active in the earth, he did enter upon a ministry of a special nature when Jesus had gone to be with the Father. The essence of the work of the Holy Spirit is to glorify Christ (16: 14), and in so doing he convicts the unbeliever of sin and guides the "believer into all truth. The mark of a Spirit-filled Christian is that he permits the Spirit to glorify Christ in him and in his service for God. II. A Prayer (17: 14-26). When one enters the sacred precincts of John 17 he feels that he has come into the holy of holies, and that he would not only loose the shoes from his feet, but also stand silent in worship and in praise. He prayed for me—for me! Each student of this lesson will wish to enter fully upon the meaning of these words as he re-reads them, in the illumination of the Holy Spirit. May I suggest three things which Jesus sought for His children? 1. Consecration (vv. 14-16). No lone is Christ's child without regeneration, but, sad to say, there are many children in his blessed household who are not obedient, not spiritually well and strong. They are in [the world, they must be here, but alas too many of them want to be as much like the world as possible. He prayed that we might be kept from evil, separate from the world, kept by God even in a world that hates him and his truth. 2. Sanctification (vv. 17-21). This means to be set apart and cleansed for God's service. How is it accomplished? Through the truth. His Word is the instrument of sanctification. Little wonder that there is so little holiness of living when the Word has so little opportunity to touch and cleanse the life. This separated life brings God's people into that unity of love—all in Christ, and he in the Father—all bound up in that "one great bundle of love." 3. Glorification (vv. 22-26). When Jesus came into the world in the flesh he voluntarily laid aside the glory which was his, and which still is his, and which he prays that we may behold. "But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image" (II Cor. 3:18). Thus in beholding his glory we also may enter into his likeness. "JUST KID'S" the Daily Sentinel's Daily Cartoon for the Children. City Versus Country It cannot escape even a casual observer that the Bible begins with a scene in the garden to end in a city: one may be "nearer God's heart in a garden than anywhere else on earth but certainly the dwelling-place of God is with men." Giving and Taking Orders He who will not accept orders has no right to give them; he who will not serve has no right to command; he who cannot keep silence has no right to speak.—-Hubbard. "Put and Take: Quips With a Punch." We have been wondering for quite some time what to write in this column for this eightieth anniversary edition for the Daily Sentinel. Eighty year is a long time and it is just about sixty-four years more than this column has been in existence. There are probably a lot of things we could write about that would be of interest to the readers of this edition but somehow or other we just can't get our thoughts together to write them. Our "Big Boss" has said nothing about us contributing anything for the edition through this column, but we have just taken it upon ourselves to try and fix up something, because we know that in years to come people will look back over the pages of this edition with much interest and we want people to remember that Put and Take didn't take a walk on the day the big edition was published. We are just wondering if you folks on the outside wouldn't like to look behind the scenes of the Daily Sentinel, we mean to join us as we, rather in a humble manner, describe the happenings around the office on just an ordinary day in the makeup of the paper. Well, here we go. About the first signs of life around the office is the appearance of "Bill" Cummins, who generally saunters forth about seven bells, quite some time before the rest of the gang. Just why "Bill" gets around this early is a mystery to us, although everybody around the office has made a guess as to why he gets up so early. Bill just kind of loafs around, even might take a few winks in a chair, until Waiten S. Beardsley makes his appearance about a quarter to eight with the morning mail and the Chicago newspapers. Sometimes we beat Waiten to the office, when he stops for a morning argument about rare postage stamps or some other important issue of the day. There is a mad scramble for the mail and anyone who beats Waiten in looking it over or getting the "funnies" in the papers away from him before he looks them over, is in for a battle. By this time Elmer Metzger strolls in from North street and "Tommy" Wood has completed his journey from the south end of town. The battle for the Chicago papers gets going good about this time. In fact, Waiten has by this time read all the headlines out loud and commented on the plight of Dick Tracy, The Nebbs and Orphan Annie. Emile A. DeCroix arrives about eight bells or a few minutes later and by this time Waiten has his feet off the editor's desk and has started his morning chores. The two linotype operators have started their machines and Omar Claspill has parked his "Chevie" in an open space in front of the office. If "Put and Take" has a streamer line in view and a lead on a couple of good stories he is in quite good humor, otherwise he is rather crabby and slouches in his chair and wonders what he is going to have for the front page. Oh yes, we forgot to mention that several minutes before eight Hugo Nelson arrives and salutes those present with a cheery good morning and keeps on his way to the basement with a song in his heart. Most always Hugo is in the best of humor and shows it by warbling a few notes of a popular song. Eight thirty and all is well, with the exception of answering a half dozen telephone calls, most of them for a most important meeting of Mrs. Jones' card club or the Thursday meeting of this or that Aid society. By this time Eleanor Masslich arrives to take over the situation at the city desk phone. Emile and yours truly feel quite relieved at this point and we settle down to more serious reading of the morning paper. "Bill" Cummins by this time is having his morning's morning at the Pfeiffer soda fountain and Waiten Beardsley has departed on his morning shopping tour for cigars, cigarettes, chewing tobacco and whatever the needs of the force be for the day. Just about now, and it is 8:45 or better, the "Big Boss" pulls up to the curb, if he can find a place to park, with old "611." If he doesn't happen to meet somebody outside the office he has his coat and hat hung up in a few minutes, otherwise it might take any amount of time. He always has a cheery hello for the office gang and his first act is to clip the end of a cigar and then he is set for the day and most of the time well into the night. If it is around election time the associate editors are lucky if they get a chance to write anything for an hour or so while the various issues of the day are discussed by the office gang and the daily morning visitors. If the smoke gets too thick we make our departure for the court house and our first morning round of the square hunting for news. Emile gets busy at his ads, and Omar thinks it is about time to start on an auction bill. Things are going pretty good about 9:30 or so. At the court house we visit the various offices and sometimes strike a story or two and sometimes we return in a gloomy state of mind to see whether Eleanor has rounded up anything. Judge Charles F. Hayes arrives around 10:00 o'clock and if he doesn't bring a tip or two we feel disappointed. Also our good friend Uncle O'Bie, who is more or less a part of the gang. The operators are either knee deep in copy or yelling for something to do. By 11:00 o'clock or so we have a pretty good line on just what we have for the day, although news keeps coming in until early afternoon. The boys in the back room have their hands on the lights a second or two before the noon whistle blows and then it is an hour for lunch. The gang assembles ten minutes or so before 1:00 o'clock in much the same manner as in the morning. The noon mail arrives and everybody looks that over. Then comes the making up of the paper. Sometimes it is 3:30 and many times later when the old press in the basement starts rolling. The carrier boys arrive and the office gang has to make way so the youngsters can look over the exchange papers and in general take charge of things until they depart on their routes. Five o'clock comes and the paper is on its way into the homes. It has been a busy day, but somehow or other the gang kind of hangs around and most every night finds some of them back in the office again. The office is always a hangout for the public in general. Saturday nights the boys assemble upstairs and play a little depression poker. This is the relaxation after a hard week. Many outside friends drop in and either contribute or accept contributions. This is a real organization and is pretty much a part of the office. Of course, as time marches on so does the grim reaper take from the roster of the gang. Gone are the visits of good old "Chief" Meyer every morning. It was his delight to come in and "mooch" a little tobacco to roll his own cigarette and then the next day bring a fresh can as a contribution. How the gang misses good old John C. Miller, who used to make several daily visits to the office. How he used to enjoy those Saturday night sessions and once in a while a specia1 meeting during the week. How the gang around the office miss dear Lottie Anderson and John Metzger. Yes, we could name many of those who have answered the last call who are missed around the office. But it is like the show business, the paper must be published daily with the exception of Sundays and holidays, regardless of God's calling of his faithful. By the way, here we are well near the end of our story and we forgot to mention that George (Pants) Wurtzinger also visits the office every day. He does much of his work at night (don't get me wrong), we mean he writes his sport stories after basketball games and they are ready for the press in the morning. Consider that day lost when the office gang doesn't pull one good joke on "Wurtz" during the day. A grand young lad, this same boy is. Well, folks we could write a whole page now that we have started, but we are not so sure but what C. F. R. will cut a lot of this when he gets his hands on it. Publishing a daily newspaper in a city the size of Woodstock is quite some job. It was general comment it couldn't be done when the Daily Sentinel started. Well here we are on our sixteenth year and going stronger than ever. Probably no where else in the paper is full credit being given for the success of this edition, so we want to speak in behalf of the official Sentinel family in general by saying we all have the greatest of admiration for Charles F. Renich. He has been our friend throughout, all these years and the esteem in which he is held by each and every one of us is beyond words to describe. This special edition is his big ambition in the newspaper game. He has worked hours on it, yes, well into the night on many an occasion. If it meets with your approval just mark it down that much of it has been his effort that has made it a most interesting souvenir edition of the Daily Sentinel. May we conclude by saying we have enjoyed these more than fifteen years association with Mr. Renich and the whole Sentinel staff. If we have contributed in any way to makes the paper successful we are more than satisfied. If we have pleased you in any way through our writings in this column we are happy. We hope that you read the pages of this paper thoroughly. If you do, then stop and think a while and convince yourself that it has been quite some job in assembling all this material. It has been a hard task and those who have labored the most including Mr. Renich, Emile DeCroix, Hugo Nelson, Charles Lemmers and others, will know that their efforts have not been in vain. This is "Put and Take" signing off in the hope that he will live to see the day when the century edition of this same newspaper is taken off the press and that he will be able to continue this story in that edition. Local Boys Attend Birthday Party In Elgin. Jack and Jim Nevin celebrated their 17th birthday on Mar. 12, and Lawrence Moyer of Elgin, their cousin, was 19 on Mar. 9. The boys celebrated together on Thursday evening at the Fred Moyer home in Elgin. The occasion also honored another cousin, Charles Edgington, who was chosen on that day as Captain elect of Elgin's 1938 basketball squad. The group of boys spent an evening at chess and monopoly, and at the close of the evening, delicious refreshments were served, including the birthday cake. Since the first birthday of the Nevin twins, the boys have celebrated together. The local boys at the party included the Nevin twins, Jack and Jim, their brother, Jean, Gerald and Clayton Peachy and Dick Edinger. Mrs. James Nevin accompanied the boys to Elgin. A POST OFFICE PICNIC 25 YEARS AGO [photo] Blanche Bunker Entertains Friends. Miss Blanche Bunker was hostess to her bridge club on Thursday evening. A delicious dessert course was served at the Olea-Don restaurant, followed by contract bridge at the home of Mrs. Raymond P. Pfeiffer. Prizes for high scores at the evening's pastime were presented to Mrs. D. F. Quinlan and Miss Maude Donavon. ANDERSON'S WOODSTOCK MILLER. TONIGHT "Boss Rider of Gun Creek" BUCK JONES in 'One in a Million'. Exclusive Showing IN THIS TERRITORY SUNDAY AND MONDAY introducing to the screen the lovely queen of the silvery skates! SONJA HENIE with Adopli Menjou, Ritz Brothers, Ned Sparks, Jean Hersholt, Dixie Dunbar, Rochelle Hudson, Borrah Minnevich and Band, Leah Ray, Don Ameche, Arline Judge. ALSO: Disney's Prize 1936 Silly Symphony, "The Country Cousin' All in color. SPORTLITE - NEWS - KLEMME ORGANLOGUE. Fred Wynkoop Insurance and Real Estate Manager of Hoy Insurance Agency. Sound Stock Companies RELIABLE SERVICE 100 Cass Street Woodstock, Ill. Phones 270-581. John Deere Tractors Burn Low Grade Fuel Delivered Complete with Power Take Off Shaft. Designed for comfort to the operator - simple in'construction - easy to keep in A-l operating condition for many years. Sold for years by McConnell IMplement Company Telephone 652 Woodstock. MR. AND MRS. CHARLES M. CHURCHILL [photo] Mr. and Mrs. Charles Churchill celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on October 14, 1936. They were married on October 14, 1871, in Tioga county, Pennsylvania. For more than 52 years they have made their home in Woodstock. So far as the Sentinel has been able to learn this record of 65 years of married life is the longest of any couple now living in McHenry County. WOODSTOCK'S CITY ADMINISTRATION Editor Reviews Political Events of County as He Lived Through Them for Past Fifty Years WOODSTOCK ONE OF BEST GOVERNED CITIES IN ILLINOIS; PROSPEROUS AND PROGRESSIVE; A HAPPY PLACE TO LIVE The people of Woodstock are fortunate in having as city officials an organization of citizens who not only have the interest of the city at heart, but also a desire to render efficient services day in and day out though-out the year. This group of citizens is headed by a man who for the past eight years has served as mayor. We refer to William R. Burns. If one were to write a history of the present city administration and the official family of the city in general, it would take more space than could be alloted in this special edition. However, it is the aim of the writer to touch lightly on the high spots of the various improvements made in the past few years and refer briefly to those individuals who make up the organization that operates the various departments which make up the city government. In Mayor Burns the people have an official, who for eight years has given the people a leadership which has taken the city out of politics. Not only has he acted wisely in the capacity of the city's chief executive, but he has also given to the city time which if paid for by the hour would amount to many times the small compensation received by the mayor for his services. Mayor Burns has been fortunate in having associated with him council-men, who also have given much of their time and rendered invaluable service to the community. Although harmony prevails on the council at all times, this doesn't mean that these men are all "yes men" and think only one way. In fact Mayor Burns and his councilmen differ on various matters, but in the end there is always a display of good judgment and once a decision is reached all of the members of the council join together in seeing that this decision is carried out. Light and Water Plant We can point with pride the interest the present council has taken in the Light and Water plant. This plant is one of the finest in the Middle-west and each year the city realizes a heat net profit from the sale of electricity and water to the citizens of Woodstock and to the various industries located in the city. The light and water rates in the city are much lower than in most cities the population of Woodstock. The service rendered the people far excells that offered by any public utility. We do not say this as a criticism of public utilities, but only in a comparative way. Seldom has it been recorded that the citizens have been without electricity. In fact when the power is shut off in Woodstock for any length of time it is front page news. The same can be said about the water system. This service can only be rendered by efficient management and that is what exists in the various departments of the city. Men employed in these departments have a keen interest in their work and it is their aim to keep the wheels of service turning twenty-fours hours per day. We could write a long history of the Woodstock power plant. We have watched this plant grow with the passing years. We have watched the improvements made and these improvements are necessary to keep step with the fast changing world. Plans For Enlargement Even at this writing an improvement estimated at some $100,000 is being planned which, if completed, will give the plant a capacity power load much needed. The present administration is in favor of such an improvement and all necessary steps are being made to accomplish it. It will mean the purchase of a new turbine. In recent years the plant has been equipped with much needed machinery and today all modern equipment has been installed, but the need for more power in the local factories has made it necessary to enlarge the kilowatt capacity of the plant. People look with pride at the water softening plant which was installed a few years back. This was a much appreciated improvement and today Woodstock boasts of the finest water system in any city its size in the Middle-west. At the time the water softening plant was installed all of the city mains were cleaned. Sewage Disposal Plant Although it was said at the time the recent sewage disposal plant was planned that any city council member who voted for it would never be re-elected, the proposition was passed and approved by the people and today the citizens would not want to return to the days prior to the erection of the present plant, which compares with the best in any city in the Middle-west. Woodstock streets are well supervised. It makes no difference whether it is summer or winter, the street department is on the job. It is true all streets are not paved and at times some streets are in need of repairs. However, when the weather permits, these improvements are always made. The council has now under consideration the paving of Calhoun street from the railroad tracks to Rt. 47, at the fair grounds, and also the improvement of Hill, the west end of South street and the south end of Dean street. There are. many other things we could write about, such as the tourist park, Olson play grounds, the city park and the public library. The council has taken a keen interest in all these worthwhile projects. Has Been Mayor for Past Eight Years WILLIAM R. BURNS [photo] Mayor of Woodstock LETTERS FROM FRIENDS DE PAUL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW Dear Mr. Renich: Being a frequent visitor to Woodstock, I have had many occasions to use the Woodstock Public Library and to receive the very generous and efficient help of the librarians. In my research work it has been demonstrated that the books in the Library are well selected and fairly ample to meet the normal requirements of the citizens of Woodstock. However, the housing facilities are obviously very inadequate; the reading space is too limited; and there is far from sufficient room for the accommodation of "the book-stacks. In this small space a balcony was erected years ago and the book-stacks are built up to the ceiling. Even under these conditions there are not enough stacks on the premises, to take care of the books and often I have noticed them on the floor because there was no place for them. I have heard, rather indirectly, that many books are not being purchased because of the lack of adequate space. It is a coincidence that the excellent fire department equipment housed next door to the Library also needs better facilities. Woodstock is very progressive and is a forward looking city in every respect. Look at its splendid schools and churches-its own electric light plant and water works. Its public improvements are a distinct credit to this city. Without entering into an expensive building program I think, with a re-arrangement of present facilities, provision could be made for both the Public Library and the Fire Department. The Fire Department could be moved to some garage or warehouse pending the time that a permanent place could be secured for it. The Library also could take over the space vacated by the Fire Department which would afford a comparatively large outlet for the expansion of the Library. Of course, in a sense, this recommendation is an expedient one. I am looking into the future when a separate building erected especially for the express needs of the Library will be provided by the citizens of Woodstock. Yours very truly, WILLIAM F. CLARKE, Dean College of Law. Former Congressman FRANK R. REID Aurora, Illinois. Dear Charlie: It is a real pleasure to learn of the Eightieth Anniversary of the Woodstock Sentinel and your Thirtieth Anniversary as its editor. I note that the Sentinel was founded "To Oppose Slavery and Its Extension." You have consistently carried out the original purpose by opposing all other great social wrongs and advocating and acting diligently to abolish them. Nothing is so critical as the test of time, and the fact that you have rendered great service to your community is adequately testified to by the fact that you are now celebrating the Eightieth Anniversary. I hope.that in the future you will continue to be the power for good that you have been in the past, and that the Sentinel will always continue to have leadership as able as yours. Sincerely, FRANK R. REID. Office of STATE'S ATTORNEY Kane County, Illinois. Dear Charlie: Congratulations to you, the Sentinel and Woodstock—to you for your thirty years of service with the Sentinel, to the Sentinel for its eighty years of faithful service to the public and to Woodstock for having such an efficient newspaper and editor to serve it. Few newspapers have such a long record of public service behind them and even fewer editors can point with pride to thirty years of service. The same qualities that successfully launched the Sentinel upon its career in 1856 will, I am sure, continue to mark its success in 1937. Best wishes for the future. Sincerely, CHARLES A. O'CONNOR, State's Attorney Kane Co. POLITICAL HISTORY OF MCHENRY COUNTY OVER PAST HALF CENTURY Mayor's Legal Advisor DAVID R. JOSLYN, JR. [PHOTO] City Attorney. Woodstock's Volunteer Fire Department With Some of Its Equipment [PHOTO] FRONT ROW—Left to right: S. J. Ogle, Claire Floyd, Dell Olmstead, Willard Sherman, A. W. Geister (chief) Robert Vieregg, Charles Zoia, Ray Horick, Raul Eickhoff, Ray Beardsley, Leo Dittman. REAR ROW: P. B. Anderson, T. B. Merwin, Walter Mengs, Karl Fritz, Charles Asmus. Absent when picture was taken: Cyrus Sanford, P. E, Conway, Lynn Stone, Robert Leidig. By CHAS. F. RENICH My first recollections of political affairs in McHenry county reach back to the latter years of the Eighties. My father was an ardent Democrat and naturally I can remember more about the affairs he was interested in than those of the opposite party. I can dimly remember the presidential campaign of 1880, between Garfield, 'Rep., and Hancock, Dem. Four years later came the campaign between the plumed knight, James G. Blaine, the brilliant Republican leader with his associate on the ticket, Gen. "Jack" Logan of Illinois. Blaine and Logan was the popular battle-cry of the Republicans, but Grover Cleveland, Governor of New York state, was elected by a narrow margin. I distinctly remember the excitement over the speech made by a New York preacher, Burchard, in which he denounced "Rum,'..Romanism and Rebellion," and in attacking the Democrats with those three words, defeated his own party, and elected Cleveland. This incident occurred only a few days before the election and incensed a large group of Irish Republicans, who turned by the thousands against their party. I remember how John J. Murphy, Woodstock banker, then at the heighth of his business career, but usually not much interested in politics, drove through the county for several days before election, urging all of his friends to vote Democratic. With the election of Cleveland, there was great rejoicing among the local Demacrats, my father included. Joel H. Johnson, who had had a most important influence in the early days of Woodstock, even giving the town first called Centreville, the name of Woadstock in honor of his home town in Vermont, became postmaster. He named John H. Higgins as his assistant. In that administration J. D. Donovan was honored by appointment as one of the Commissioners of the Elgin Insane hospital and John C. Donnelly was a Deputy U. S. Marshal. There may have been other political honors that came to Woodstock, but if so I do not remember them. Harrison Elected In 1888 In 1888 Cleveland was defeated and the Republicans came back to power with Benjamin Harrison as President. Simon Brink was named postmaster, to succeed Mr. Johnson. A. S. Wright in 1889 was appointed a Commissioner for the Penitentiary at Joliet by Governor Joseph W. Fifer, which position he held for three years. In those days all of the state institutions were governed by commissions of three or five members. Mr. Wright during the administration of Governor Tanner served as President of the board of trustess of the Elgin insane hospital, but under Governor Yates he was appointed to the board of trustees of the Soldiers' Home at Normal, and later to the state board of Public Charities, which position he held for a number of years. He was also honored by an appointment from Governor Deneen, but the writer has forgotten what it was. During all those years Mr. Wright was prominent in G. A. R. affairs, serving on the Council of Administration of the Illinois department. Previous to all of those political appointments Mr. Wright had served many years as secretary of the McHenry County Fair, in which capacity he brought many men of national fame to Woodstock as speakers at the county fair. Democrats In Quarrel In the Democratic party there was a fierce struggle on in 1890 for the one elective office which that party could control, member of the Legislature for Boone, McHenry and Lake county. E. M. Haines of Lake county had held this office for a number of terms. The Democrats were bitterly divided for and against Haines. John G. Donnelly of Woodstock was the Haines lieutenant in Woodstock. Grouped with him were J. D. Donovan, Frank L. Short and many other stalwarts, including my father, who was then publishing a German newspaper. The opposing group of Democrats was led by John A. Dufield, editor of the McHenry County Democrat. Mr. Haines had died and in 1890 John C. Donnelly was a candidate for the place which his chief had filled. In the same year, 1890, Judge Gilmore's appointment to the Board of Appeals at Washington left an opening for county judge of McHenry county. There were two outstanding Republican candidates for that office, both rising young lawyers with brilliant careers before them, both popular and each with a big following. Barnes vs. Donnelly These two candidates were Attorneys Charles P. Barnes and Charles H. Donnelly. A most active contest developed between the friends of these two candidates. Those were the days of the convention system and the question resolved itself largely on which of the two men would have the support of the Dorr (Woodstock) township delegates in the county convention. The contest was bitterly fought between two groups of political leaders, which we will designate as the old and a new. Previous to that time Republican politics in Woodstock had been pretty much in control of a group of old timers, who had had undisputed sway for about twenty years. At this time a group of younger men were becoming more and more active and threatened the control of the old crowd. George K. Bunker was one of the leaders of the old group, while Luman T. Hoy was the master mind of the new group. An agreement was reached between the representatives of the two candidates that the question should be submitted to a vote of the Republicans of Dorr township. A date was agreed on and judges of election selected. Amos K. Bunker, E. E. Richards and L. T. Hoy were named as judges, the election was held and Donnelly won. Donnelly was successful in the convention which followed and in the election. In that same year Asad Udell of Harvard was elected Sheriff; William Avery, County Clerk; James B. Perry of McHenry, Treasurer and William: E. Wire of Hebron, County Superintendent of Schools. In that same year the Republicans attempted to elect three members of the Legislature and named one candidate from each of the three counties, Boone, Lake and McHenry. Southworth, the McHenry county candidate, failed of election, being defeated by John C. Donnelly, the Democratic candidate. During the years from 1900 to 1904 political strife between the Republicans, themselves, in the county ran high. In 1902 Grover Cleveland was re-elected to the presidency, John P. Altgelt was elected Democratic Governor of Illinois and altogether the Republicans of McHenry county were in a disturbed frame of mind as the 1894 elections approached. John A. Dufield had been appointed as Democratic postmaster, to succeed Simon Brink, Republican. In the Republican county convention in 1894 there was almost a riot. Judge Donnelly and William E. Wire were renominated for the offices to which they were elected four years before, but William Avery, formerly of Marengo, who had been County Clerk for twelve years, was defeated by George F. Rushton of Alden. Henry Keyes of Algonquin, who entered the contest as a candidate for Sheriff, was switched to Treasurer, while George Eckert of Woodstock, was named for Sheriff. In naming Keyes for Treasurer, James D. Clark, of Harvard was defeated. Independent Ticket Named. Then followed the formation of a coalition between the defeated wing of the Republicans and the Democrats of the county and an arrangement was entered into by which the Democrats named three Republicans and two Democrats as their candidates. The battle which followed between the two groups of candidates for county offices was the fiercest contest in the county for many years. The regular Republicans won, and brought to an end all question as to the political supremacy of the younger group of leaders which had set out to capture the county offices four years before. In 1896 came the McKinley-Bryan presidential campaign. The Republicans in the county had named Vincent S. Lumley as their candidate for State's Attorney. Luman T. Hoy was the chairman of the county central committee and under his leadership the Republicans won a victory, in the county which was unprecedented. In 1892 the Republicans carried McHenry county by about 900 majority, this majority was increased in 1896 to 3137. Hoy Receives Recognition. Mr. Hoy received statewide recognition for this splendid victory, and in the years following became prominent (Continued on Page Ten) PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK ONE OF BEST GOVERNED CITIES IN ILLINOIS (Continued From Page Seven) Woodstock is proud of its fire department. More space is being given elsewhere in this edition, to this organization. The council has shown its interest in this department by time and again approving the purchase of new equipment. All in all, Woodstock's official family has a fine record of service. A complete roster, of the council, and department heads and employees of the various departments follow: Mayor—WILLIAM R. BURNS. Aldermen—First Ward — ARTHUR RUPPERT, RAY BEARDSLEY. Second Ward—A. L. BENNETT, ROY BURTON. Third Ward—P. E. CONWAY, ELMER SAHS. Fourth Ward— LESTER FISH, CHARLES WHITING. City Auditor—J. 0. GAY. Assistant City Auditor—RUTH CUNNINGHAM. Meter Reader—EDWIN COMISKEY. Chief of Police—HAROLD KEMERLING. Night Police-OTTO KRULL, LEWIS THAYER. City Electrician—JOHN SEAGRIST. City Engineer—C. K. AUSTIN. Supt. Disposal Plant—R. H. CORR. Supt. Streets—RICHARD FARRELL. Supt. Water and Sewer—WALTER MENGS. Health Physician—DR. H. W. SANDEEN. Milk Inspector—DR. W. W. LICHTY. City Attorney-D. R. JOSLYN. Librarian—LURA WANDRACK. Fire Chief—A. W. GEISTER. City Clerk—JAMES R. PIERCE. Police Magistrate—GRANT NOLAN. City Treasurer—H. T. COONEY. Employees of Departments. Employees of the power plant: Charles Perkins, Carl Schacht, Lyle Schacht, John Morris, Arthur Hollerbush, William Schneider and Matt Riley. Employees of street department: John Ryan, Ralph Milton and Marinus Thomsen. Employees of the electrical department: David Hutchinson, Robert Vieregg and Roy Barnes. Karl Olhrich is the superintendent of the tourist park and Michael Weston has charge of the Olson Play Grounds. From time to time, special police are used with Homer Mann and Earl Smith in this capacity. Warren H. Bartlett is the general handy man around the city hall and serves in the capacity of janitor. Pat Boyle, who has been confined to the hospital for several months, has been a special policeman for a number of years and has been stationed on the South street hill to aid in the regulation of traffic during the school hours. The office of city milk inspector was recently inaugurated, with Col. C. C. Miner as the first inspector. When Col. Miner resigned to take over the chief deputy sheriff position, Dr. W. W. Lichty was appointed to the post. It is an important post and has aided much in giving to the people of Woodstock high grade milk for use in their homes. Special mention should be made of Herbert Bennett, who for several years past has had charge of the city park and the park at the depot. The success of Mr. Bennett as a grass grower and his general all around work in keeping these two parks beautiful during the summer, has attracted the attention not only of local people, but many visitors in our city. WHO THEY ARE Roy Burton. Elected first to the council in 1928 and tied in length of service with Aldermen Sails. Has been interested in city affairs as a member of the board and has served on various committees with the public property committee as one of his favorites. Represents the Second ward. Charles W. Whiting. First elected in 1929 and has served continuously since that time. Is called the "watch dog" of the treasury and as head of the finance committee has made an outstanding record. Represents the Fourth ward on the council. Lester Fish. Junior member of the council, was first elected in 1934. Has made a fine record as head of the street and alley committee. Represents the Fourth ward. Ray Beardsley. His council colleagues call him "Reggie." First elected in 1928 and served four years. Elected again in 1934. He is much interested in the power plant and fire department. Represents the First ward. Arthur J. Ruppert. Elected in 1931 and has served continuously since that time. Is one of the council's hardest Working members. He has served on various committees, with the ordinance committee as one of his pet committees. Represents the First ward. P. E. Conway. First elected alderman in 1927. Is the oldest member of the council in point of service. Has been keenly interested in the improvements at the local power plant and as head of the light and power committee has made a fine record. Represents the Third ward on the council. A. L. Bennett. First elected alderman in 1929 and has served continuously since that time. Represents the Second ward and has been one of the city's hardest working councilmen. Elmer W. Sahs. First elected alderman in 1928 and has served continuously since that time. Has been very much interested in the city's health conditions and as head of the health committee has done much to better conditions in this field of work. Represents the Third ward on the council. C. K. Austin. In April, 1921, Mayor Frank J. Green appointed C. K. Austin as engineer of the city power plant. Since that time Mr. Austin has watched and supervised the improvements as well as the daily routine of work at the plant, until today the plant is one of the finest in the Middle-west. A keen student of the engineering profession, Mr. Austin has been one of the city's most loyal and efficient employees. A visit to the city plant will convince you that strict supervision has been one of the main reasons the present plant has been so successful. Mr. Austin is a home town man, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Austin. An able corps of assistants aid Mr Austin in his work at the plant, including Charles Perkins, Carl Schacht, Lyle Schacht, John Morris, Arthur Hollerbush, William Schneider and Matt Riley. John Seagrist. Appointed city electrician by the late Mayor A. J. Olson, John Seagrist is the oldest employee in point of service in the city. He succeeded the late Thomas Swale as chief electrician in 1914 and has served in that capacity since that time. He came to Woodstock in 1912 from Aurora, where he was employed with the telephone company. Mr. Seagrist cast his first vote in Woodstock. Mr. Seagrist has watched many changes in the city and has served under various administrations, including Mayors A. J. Olson, S. E. Olmstead, Frank J. Green, R. A. Pratt, and the present mayor, William R Burns. Under the supervision of City Electrician Seagrist the city's electrical system has undergone various changes until today probably no city of its size is better lighted and better supervised in the electrical department than Woodstock. This is due to the efficient management of the department by Mr. Seagrist. Other employees in this department, include David Hutchinson, Robert Vieregg ant Roy Barnes. Harold Kemerling. When Lester Edinger resigned as chief of police in Woodstock to take over the duties of sheriff in November, 1930, Mayor William R. Burns appointed Harold Kemerling to succeed him. That he made no mistake in doing so is evident from the manner in which Chief Kemerling has supervised the police work in the city since that date. Chief Kemerling is a world war veteran, having served overseas with Company G. He is possessed with a congenial disposition and has a legion of friends in the city. Richard Farrell. When Mayor Burns, several years ago, decided to split the supervising of the city streets from the water and sewer departments he named Richard Farrell as superintendent of streets. Since that time Mr. Farrell has more than "filled the bill." With a lot of experience gained as an employee of the state highway department for a number of years, Mr. Farrell has made an efficient head of the local streets. Supt. Farrell has employed in his department the following: Ralph Milton, John Ryan and Marinus Thomsen. R. H. Corr. People around Woodstock seldom see Ray Corr on the streets anymore. The reason is that he spends most of his time at the sewage disposal plant, north of the city, where he works in the capacity of superintendent of the plant. He is well qualified for this job from his long service as a plumber employed at the D. R. Nichols plumbing store in this city. A visit to the sewage plant will disclose to you one of the finest plants in these parts. It is well supervised. J. 0. Gay. J. 0. Gay was appointed city auditor by Mayor William R. Burns eight years ago and has served the city efficiently in that capacity since that time. He is courteous, faithful to his duties and has rendered invaluable service to the city. He has as his assistant, Ruth Cunningham who has worked in the same office for 17 years. Another employee of the city working out of this department is Edwin Comiskey. who has completed 12 years as in employee of the city. David R. Joslyn. David R. Joslyn was appointed recently to succeed Don A. Wicks as city attorney. The position is not a new one to Attorney Joslyn, who served several years under former Mayor F. J. Green in the same capacity. Dr. Henry W. Sandeen. Dr. Henry W. Sandeen has served he city for several years as city health physician and has taken care of his duties with the utmost of care. Dr. W. W. Lichty. Dr. W. W. LiChty is the present milk inspector of the city. His long period of practice as veterinarian, in the city qualifies him well for this position. Waiter Mengs. Walter Mengs, superintendent of water and sewer in the city, has been a faithful employee of the city for a number of years. He is well acquainted with his work and knows the city water and sewer system like a "book." A. W. Geister. A. W. Geister was appointed several years ago to succeed J. C. Pierce as fire chief. He is ambitious in this work and supervises the department like a veteran. Woodstock has one of the finest volunteer departments in the state and the finest fire fighting equipment to be found anywhere in a city the size of Woodstock. HERBERT T. COONEY City Treasurer. Mr. Cooney's term expires following the next April election. When elected, his successor will serve for four years, as the terms of Mayor, Alderman, Clerk and Treasurer under a new law will be for four years hereafter. Under an unwritten gentleman's agreement made a number of years ago and which seems to have the approval of the public, the office of City Treasurer is alternated between the banks of Woodstock, from one election to the next. Ernest F. Fues was the previous treasurer, Mr. Cooney succeeded him two years ago, and at the coming election some member of the First National Bank organization will doubtless be presented for the support of the voters. For a few years past the City Treasurer has not placed all of the city funds in one bank, but divided it between the banks, thus neither bank carries all of the city funds at one time. This arrangement, we believe is ideal. JAMES R. PIERCE City Clerk [photo]. WOODSTOCK POLICE OFFICERS HAROLD KEMERLING Chief of Police [photo] LEWIS THAYER Night Policeman [photo] OTTO KRULL Night Policeman [photo] GRANT NOLAN Police Magistrate[photo] ARTHUR J. RUPPERT Alderman, First Ward [photo] ROY BURTON Alderman, Second Ward [photo] P. E. CONWAY Alderman, Third Ward [photo] RAY BEARDSLEY' Alderman, First Ward [photo] A. L. BENNETT Alderman, Second Ward [photo] ELMER SAHS Alderman, Third Ward [photo] CHARLES W. WHITING Alderman, Fourth Ward [photo] LESTER FISH Alderman, Fourth Ward [photo] Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. PAGE NINE APPOINTEES AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK C. K. AUSTIN [PHOTO] Supt. Power Plant JOHN SEAGRIST [PHOTO] City Electrician J. 0. GAY [PHOTO] City Auditor A. W. GEISTER [PHOTO] Fire Chief RICHARD FARRELL [PHOTO] Supt. of City Streets RAY H. CORR [PHOTO] Supt. Sewage Disposal Plant DR. W. W. LICHTY [PHOTO] Milk Inspector RUTH CUNNINGHAM [PHOTO] Auditor's Department EDWIN COMISKEY [PHOTO] City Meter Reader WALTER MENGS [PHOTO] Supt. Water and Sewer DR. HENRY W. SANDEEN [PHOTO] City Health Physician CHARLES PERKINS [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee CARL SCHACHT [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee LYLE SCHACHT [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee JOHN MORRIS [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee MATT RILEY [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee ARTHUR HOLLERBUSH [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee WILLIAM SCHNEIDER [PHOTO] Power Plant Employee RALPH MILTON [PHOTO] Street Department JOHN RYAN [PHOTO] Street Department MARINUS THOMSEN [PHOTO] Street Department DAVID HUTCHINSON [PHOTO] Electrical Department ROY BARNES [PHOTO] Electrical Department ROBERT VIEREGG [PHOTO] Electrical Department PAGE TEN WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition POLITICAL HISTORY McHENRY COUNTY PAST HALF CENTURY (Continued From Page Seven) in state and national affairs. He served on the state committee, was secretary of the State Board of Pharmacy for several years, Appraiser of the Port of Chicago four years and U. S. Marshal at Chicago for eight years following. One of his most exciting experiences was as secretary of that memorable state convention in 1904, when Lowden, Yates and Deneen were deadlacked for four weeks for the nomination for Governor. "Uncle Joe" Cannon was chairman of the convention. Deneen won the nomination, when the Yates delegates went over to him. Gillmore Back Home In the election of 1898 there was not much excitement, but in the year previous there had been a bitter contest for County Judge, following Judge Donnelly's elevation to the Circuit judgeship. Judge Gillmore had returned from Washington and in 1907 defeated D. T. Smiley for County Judge. Smiley defeated Gillmore in a local primary in Woodstock, but in the convention Gillmore won out. Attorney A. W. Young of Harvard was a third candidate on that occasion. In 1900 L. D. Lowell was elected State's Attorney, defeating V. S. Lumley in the county convention. Richard Yates In 1900 In this same year Richard Yates was elected Governor of Illinois and the writer never forgot the exciting scene in the convention held at Peoria, when Yates was named in a stampede of delegates led by William Lorimer at that time called the "Blond boss" of Cook county. There were four candidates for Governor, Hanecy and Carter of Cook county, Reeves and Yates from downstate. The McHenry county delegates were divided, not definitely lined up for any one of the candidates. They had a preference for Hanecy, but wanted to remain friendly to the winner. Cook county was thoroughly divided between Hanecy, the Lorimer candidate, and Carter, and downstate Congressman Reeves of Streator had a decided lead over Richard Yates of Jacksonville, the son of the former war Governor Yates. The convention lasted almost a week, the forces of the several candidates delaying a vote in the hope of strengthening their lines. When the time for the balloting arrived the interest was keen. The first ballot was like a trial balloon, the vote being almost equal, with Hanecy and Carter about equally dividing Cook county, and Reeves leading Yates downstate. The writer isn't quite sure whether the big break came in the second or the third ballot, but it doesn't matter, it came when a scattering of Cook county votes went from Carter to Reeves. This was a signal to McHenry county and we cast our entire thirteen votes to Reeves. Stampede Started But things had only begun to happen. A big delegation of noisy Yates supporters from Southern Illinois burst into the convention hall through the main door, carrying a big Yates picture and banner, and paraded the convention hall. Following this while the voting was going on "Billy" Lorimer moved up on the platform and started shouting, "Yates, Yates, Yates," while his followers among the delegates did the same, switching their votes from Hanecy to Yates. As this switching continued the secretaries lost all track of the correct vote result and a new ballot was demanded. Amidst intense excitement, shouting, and cheering, about a thousand delegates standing on chairs and waving hats, flags or what have you the next ballot gave the nomination unquestionably to Yates. Shurtleff's First Election In 1900 Edward D. Shurtleff began his career as a member of the Illinois legislature where he served with distinction for twenty years, and being elected three times as Speaker of the House. Shurtleff was first elected Speaker by the aide of Governor Charles S. Deneen in 1904, and was re-elected two years later. He was elected a third time with the entire force of Governor Deneen's power in opposition. It was the Democratic members who came to Shurtleff's aid the third time, and made his election possible. Rural Delivery Established In 1900 Charles F. Renich became postmaster, succeeding John A. Dufield. On July 1, 1900, the first rural free delivery mail route was established from the Woodstock post office. The first rural route in McHenry county was established on March 1, 1900, from Harvard through the efforts of Postmaster M. F. Walsh. Albert J. Hopkins was Representative in Congress in those days, and it was through his influence that these two first routes were established in McHenry county. It was not long after that when more routes were established all over the county. The first route from Woodstock extended from the post office in a northwesterly direction to a cheese factory which in later years was converted into a tavern and known as "Bubbling Over," then it followed a southerly course through Seneca over what was known as Vermont road, then it swerved east to Franklinville and back to Woodstock. Charles W. Deitz of Franklinville was the first carrier and Bert J. Deitz was the substitute and carried the mail. The pay for the first year was $400. This was soon increased to $500 and then to higher amounts, until today the writer believes the position as rural carrier is the choice job in the post office service. Bolger Tries for Sheriff. In 1903 George W. Conn Jr. of Hebron succeeded William E. Wire as county superintendent, Mr. Wire retiring to give all of his time to the banking business. Judge O. H. Gillmore and George F. Rushton were reelected as Judge and Clerk; E. C. Jewett of Woodstock was elected Treasurer and Monroe W. Lake as Sheriff. In that year John Bolger of Woodstock was named as the Democratic candidate for Sheriff. He made a very active canvas for the office, and made heavy inroads on the Republican vote for sheriff, but was not successful. After the election Mr. Lake decided that he preferred tc live at Harvard and he appointed Charles Wandrack of Algonquin as his deputy, who came to Woodstock and with Mrs. Wandrack they occupied the sheriff's residence. Four years later Wandrack was elected Sheriff. Donnelly Has Opposition In 1903 when Judge C. H. Donnelly's first term as Circuit Judge was at a close and he was a candidate for reelection, an active campaign started in opposition, which was fostered by a number of the most prominent members of the McHenry County Bar. As a sidelight this apposition led to the purchase of a newspaper property, which the Donnelly opposition planned to use in their campaign against him. In the end Donnelly was re-elected and most of those who opposed him came back into line as his friends. Throughout his long career on the bench Judge Donnelly frequently had opposition, particularly among the lawyers, but he was always strong with the people and as a popular vote getter he had no equal. Hamer Steps Out In 1904 the principal local excitement in politics was the contest between George B. Richards, who had served eight years as Circuit Clerk, and Theo. Hamer, who was Deputy County Clerk, in which office he began his career under William Avery. It was quite an exciting battle in Woodstock between Richards and Hamer. A local primary was held and Hamer won out. After his first election he held the office for 16 years, and retired in 1920. Many important improvements were made in the court house building during the next few years. Two wings, one on the north side and one on the south side, were built to give the offices of both County and Circuit Clerks more room and vault space. On the second floor these additions also provided space which was much needed. Thirty Years Ago During the years of which we now write, 1905-1906, Theodore Roosevelt had just been elected and inaugurated President, following his completion of the unexpired term of the martyred William McKinley; Shelby M. Cullom and Albert J. Hopkins were United States Senators, Charles S. Deneen was Governor, Edward D. Shurtleff was Speaker at Springfield; Luman T. Hoy was U. S. Marshal at Chicago, with Charles T. Donovan of Woodstock one of his deputies. In McHenry county Judge Gillmore was completing his last term as County Judge, George F. Rushton was County Clerk, G. E. Still was his deputy; Theo. Hamer was Circuit Clerk, with Lynn W. Richards as his deputy; Monroe W. Lake of Harvard was Sheriff, with Charles Wandrack of Algonquin as his deputy; L. D. Lowell of Crystal Lake was State's Attorney; E. C. Jewett was Treasurer, George W. Conn Jr. was Superintendent of Schools; William S. McConnell was Supervisor; F. A. Walters was Mayor of Woodstock and Chas. F. Renich was Postmaster. Four Banks Then There were four banks in Woodstock as follows: The Farmers Exchange Bank of M. D. Hoy & Sons, located where the Cronin Hat Shop now is; The State Bank of Woodstock at its former location opposite the Sheriff's residence; the American National Bank where the First National Bank now is; the McHenry County State Bank, located in a part of the Stone Shoe Store building, corner Main and Cass streets. In those days the Oliver Typewriter factory was prospering, the Odd Fellows were planning to build their present Temple, which housed the post office for more than twenty-five years afterward. Many improvements were going on in Woodstock and general conditions were prosperous. Money Panic in 1907 How many of our readers can remember the money panic which hit this country about 1907, when for some reason or another, in the midst of prosperity we had a shortage of currency all over the country and it seemed impossible to meet a hardship, the like of which financiers had never before experienced? It lasted only a few weeks, but while it did it made lots of trouble. Smiley Elected Judge In 1906 Attorney David T. Smiley defeated Judge O. H. Gillmore for County Judge, after a period of almost ten years of strife between these two combatants. Judge Smiley held the office for twelve years, retiring in 1918. In this same year William S. McConnell was elected County Treasurer, succeeding E. C. Jewett. Mr. McConnell served a second term in the same office later. Charles Wandrack was elected Sheriff, following four years as deputy for Monroe W. Lake. Local Contest Omitted We have no intention of entering into the story of the many local scraps for aldermen and mayor which have occurred in the years past There were many, some quite bitter, while others had no political significance. In another part of this edition are given the names of the persons who have served Woodstock as mayor and aldermen during the entire period of this city's existence. There may be a few errors in dates in this list, but not many. In 1908 McHenry county and the Eighth Senatorial district saw a right snappy contest between four candidates for State Senator. Two of these candidates were from this county, A. J. Olson of Woodstock and Luna E. Mentch of Cary. Olson won out and was re-elected four years later. In 1916 he was renominated, but died before the election and Rodney B. Swift was his successor. Senator Olson's Career Senator Olson had a very successful career in Woodstock during the few years he was active here. It was in 1902 or 1903 that he first came to Woodstock, where he purchased the property on McHenry avenue which has since been known by his name. He was in the wholesale milk business buying from local farmers and selling at wholesale to Chicago restaurants and hotels. For the first few years Olson did not acquire a legal residence in Woodstock, but continued his political activities in Chicago, where he had served as Alderman and Republican ward committeeman. He belonged to the Deneen faction of Cook county politics, and was very influential in Cook county affairs. Later he decided to transfer his political activities to McHenry county and first sought and was elected as Alderman of the First ward, in which capacity he served until he was elected as Mayor of Woodstock in 1913. During his career in Woodstock he advocated and accomplished very many needed and worthwhile improvements in this city. These included paving, both in the business district and on some of the principal residence streets. He secured the location of the Emerson Typewriter factory in Woodstock, which after a few years was converted into the Woodstock Typewriter Company, following its purchase by R. W. Sears, the father of the present head of the plant. During Senator Olson's career in Woodstock he was involved in considerable political strife, between himself and many of the other political leaders. One of the interesting sidelights to this situation was the fact that his opponents never succeeded in defeating him for any office he sought and it was but seldom that he defeated them. Personally Senator Olson was a most delightful friend and companion. He did much for Woodstock during the few years he was here and it is sincerely to be regretted that his life's course was cut so short at the prime of his career. In 1908 David R. Joslyn was elected State's Attorney to succeed L. D. Lowell. New Primary Laws At about that time the new primary laws went into effect, which were passed by the legislature and which did away with the old convention system of delegates and gave us instead the system of a direct vote of the people. So far as our observation goes the change from the convention system to the direct primary method has not been of any benefit in the selection of better candidates. On the contrary in many ways we think it has done the opposite. One thing we know and that is that the present method is much more expensive, both for the candidates and for the public and tax payer. In this connection it has made it practically impossible for a poor man to seek public office, especially in a larger unit. In county affairs it has destroyed that old balance which previously prevailed by which every part of the county was represented in political office. Under the old convention system it was necessary to divide the offices around the county to secure the needed support for a united party. Now there is nothing to prevent all of the offices going to one town, even though it doesn't usually happen. The Democrats in Illinois have solved the problem for their party in the last few years by letting the machine select the candidates and then calling on the voters to endorse their choice in the primary. But in the last Illinois primary, Governor Horner was able to upset the machine when the "bosses" in Chicago refused to support him for a second term. Back In 1910 In 1910 McHenry county elected two members for the Legislature, Representatives Edward D. Shurtleff of Marengo and James H. Vickers of Harvard. This result came about because of a vigorous fight between Shurtleff and Olson. Olson went out to defeat Shurtleff and selected Vickers, who was Mayor of Harvard, to do the job. He campaigned the district for Vickers and while there were candidates from other counties Shurtleff and Vickers got most of the votes, betweeen themselves and were both elected. Conn vs. Copley The big contest that year was between George W. Conn Jr. of Woodstock and Col. Ira C. Copley of Aurora for Congress. Col. Copley had been ambitious to go to Congress for several years and had sent out Adam S. Clow, a prominent farmer of Will county two years before to try and defeat Congressman Howard Snapp of Joliet. Snapp had defeated Clow, but Col. Copley felt that his opportunity had come in 1910, when he announced his candidacy. It was expected that the contest would be a battle of the giants, and so it was, but instead of Snapp it was George W. Conn Jr., who sought the office and Congressman Snapp retired gracefully. The battle raged all over the district which includes four counties, Kane, DuPage, Will and McHenry. Both candidates went into the highways and byways seeking the voter. Copley had plenty of funds to back him, while Conn was limited in that respect, but he had the friends and political organization of Snapp with him. Local Candidates Line Up Meanwhile there was a strong lineup of candidates in McHenry county supporting each of the two principal contestants. Besides Senator Olson's support, Col. Copley had Attorney C. P. Barnes as his manager in this county, together with many other influential leaders. The Copley campaign also had strong newspaper support throughout the district, but likewise strong newspaper opposition. Both Conn and Copley had county candidates in their lineup, those supporting Conn were as follows. For Judge—D. T. Smiley, seeking re-election. For Clerk—Guy E. Still of Woodstock. For Treasurer—Arthur A. Crissey of Marengo. For Sheriff—Andrew H. Henderson of Crystal Lake. For Superintendent of Schools—Addison M. Shelton of Crystal Lake. On the Saturday night before primary day, which was in August that year, both factions held mass meetings in the park in Woodstock. The Conn supporters had the southeast corner of the park and the Copley followers held their meeting at the same time in the northwest corner. Both groups had arranged platforms and seating for their supporters and hundreds of people came to the meetings from all parts of the county. This happened only twenty-six years ago and many of our readers will remember it all. The writer can still visualize this unusual scene, two big gatherings in opposite corners of the park. Speakers addressing both gatherings at the same time, saying things against each other. Part of the crowd stuck close to where they were while another part drifted back and forth between the two meetings. Well, it was an exciting fight, Copley carried the district, but lost McHenry county by 2000 majority. The entire Conn ticket in McHenry county won out. Conn was defeated by only four hundred votes in the entire district. Two years later he made another attempt, but lost again. He made a gallant fight both times, but the odds were against him. McConnell Appointed Postmaster In 1911 the writer resigned as postmaster and William S. McConnell was appointed as his successor. A few years later the writer had become personally well acquainted with Col. Copley. On one occasion he told us that by the appointment of Mr. McConnell as postmaster he, Copley, had been saved much embarrassment, as no less than a half dozen Woodstock aspirants were expecting the appointment from him. (Continued on Page Eleven) Theodore L. Hamer ATTORNEY AT LAW TELEPHONE 23 WOODSTOCK, ILL. WILLARD S. BATTERN [PHOTO] Real Estate and Insurance Collections OFFICE IN ODD FELLOWS BUILDING Willard L. Battern was born in 1881 in Kansas, but later came with his parents to Iowa, where he graduated from the Sac City high school in 1899. He then attended Drake University Normal school at Des Moines for two years, after which he taught school one year. He came to Woodstock in January, 1906, where he worked in the Oliver for 5 years, then served as a rural mail carrier for 7 years. He served 3 years as City Auditor of Woodstock. In 1920 he entered the real estate and insurance business, which he has since followed. In 1925 he was elected Justice of the Peace for Dorr township and has been reelected twice since. He is clerk of Progress Camp No. 229, Modern Woodman of America. ZOIA MONUMENT WORKS [PHOTO] WE DELIVER ANYWHERE. SINCE 1890. OPEN SUNDAY AFTERNOONS. See our large selection of monuments and grave markers. 223 Throop Street Opposite McHenry County Court House on U. S. 14. Office Phone 358-W. Woodstock, Ill. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. PAGE ELEVEN POLITICAL HISTORY MCHENRY COUNTY PAST HALF CENTURY (Continued From Page Ten) Progressive Split In 1912. In 1912 came the Progressive split from the Republican party, when Taft and Roosevelt both ran for the Presidency and the Democrats won out, electing Woodrow Wilson for President, Jas. Hamilton Lewis for Senator and Judge Dunne of Chicago for Governor. In this mixup Senator Olson by some adroit maneuvers avoided opposition from the Roosevelt Progressives, Who put a ticket into the field for most offices. Representative J. H. Vickers was defeated for re-election in that scramble, but Shurtleff was re-elected. In that year Charles L. Tryon was elected surveyor without opposition and Dr. C. C. Peck of Harvard for Coroner. Josiyn was re-elected State's Attorney. Hamer was also re-elected as Circuit Clerk. In 1914 Charles Wandrack returned to office as Sheriff, after an absence of four years from the court house. He made Roy J. Stewart his deputy, which gave Stewart his start in county affairs. Lynn W. Richards of Crystal Lake was elected Treasurer. Judge Smiley was re-elected as were also Guy B. Still and A. M. Shelton to their respective offices. Frame Appointed Postmaster Later in 1915 George W. Frame was appointed postmaster, to succeed William S. McConnell. John Bolger was endorsed by the local Democratic organization, but Senator Olson opposed the appointment and his influence at Springfield with Governor Dunne was sufficient to defeat Bolger. Mr. Frame's selection followed as a compromise. He served two terms and gave the office undivided attention, refusing to be swerved from what he believed to be for the best interest of the service, regardless of political influences. During the fifteen years from 1900 to 1915 the post office had grown from a small institution with insufficient help and inadequate quarters, to a new building with city carriers and a total of about seventeen to eighteen employees. Somewhere in this edition a picture of the post office employees in the days when McConnell was postmaster, appears. Lumley Comes Back The most exciting part of the campaign of 1916 was a three cornered contest between D. R. Joslyn, C. P. Barnes and V. S. Lumley for State's Attorney. This contest flared up all over the county and hinged largely over the question of Joslyn's fees and his financial reports which were in controversy between himself and County Judge Smiley. In that campaign we heard a lot about fines and collections, which did or did not belong to the school funds, and the Joslyn report was hung up for several years in the county court. It was finally referred to an outside judge for settlement, but the matter was a subject of controversy in the campaign of that year. While Joslyn and Barnes fought each other over these reports and their proper settlement, Lumley went ahead and made his appeal for the support of the people without involving himself in the controversy. Lumley won out and returned to the State's Attorney's office after an absence of sixteen years. Senator Olson's Death In that same year Senator Olson died, after having secured a re-nomination. He died only a few weeks before the election. By his death the office of Mayor of Woodstock was also made vacant. Hiram J. Dygert, senior Alderman, served out the term as acting Mayor. In 1918 we were at war with Germany and only three changes occurred among the county officials. Roy J. Stewart was elected Sheriff, following four years as deputy under Sheriff Wandrack. The latter remained as Stewart's deputy. William S. McConnell was elected County Treasurer after a rather spirited contest, in which he was opposed by Joseph Sullivan of Marengo and A. D. Wiseman of Hebron. This was Mc-Connell's second term as Treasurer. Death of C. J. Hendricks In 1918 Judge Smiley retired from the county court bench and a lively contest followed for the office. The candidates were Calvin J. Hendricks and B. F. Manley, both from Harvard and James F. Casey of Woodstock. Hendricks won out, but following the primary campaign he became seriously ill from physical exhaustion as a result of the strenuousness of campaigning, and died before the election date had arrived. Attorney Charles P. Barnes was named by the county central committee to fill the vacancy and was elected. Judge Barnes was re-elected four years later. Lowden Was Governor We have failed to note that Col. Frank 0. Lowden had been elected Governor of Illinois in 1916, and many changes in the organization of the state government had taken place. The code system had been organized and put into law, largely through the influence of Representative Shurtleff, Who Was the Governor's close advisor. Under the new system, the state institutions were all placed under the control of one department, with a Director at its head, all other state affairs were grouped and consolidated. At the head of the finance department Omar H. Wright of Belvidere was placed, who is well known to many people in McHenry county and who placed the state's finances into an orderly and systematic condition, bringing much credit to the administration. Civil service was also given much support and M. F. Walsh of Harvard served on that branch of the newly organized system, with much credit to himself. Other men from McHenry county became active members of the state administration, although in less prominent positions. Looking Backward Among earlier state appointees from McHenry county which we have neglected to mention, were Robert J. Beck of Harvard, who, following his service as a member of the Legislature from 1900 to 1906, was appointed by State Secretary James A. Rose as Superintendent of the State House at Springfield, in which capacity Capt. Beck served with distinction for many years. During those years it was always a pleasure when visiting Springfield to greet Capt. Beck in the rotunda of the state house, where he was always ready and anxious to extend every courtesy to visitors. Other Old Timers Another old timer from McHenry county, although not as far back as Capt. Beck, is Louis Vogel, who has been in the Secretary of State's offices for many, many years and is still there, where he even now, under the administration of Secretary Hughes, holds a very responsible position. And still another old timer we must not overlook was Charles H. Eldredge, who was game warden under many administrations until his death a few years ago. Mr. Eldredge, besides being game warden, held the office of chairman of the Republican county committee for a number of years, succeeding William E. Wire of Hebron after his death. After Mr. Eldredge's death a few years ago, C. Frank Daly was elected to succeed him, which position he still holds. Hayes Elected Clerk In 1920 Charles F. Hayes, a returned war veteran, was elected Circuit Clerk to succeed Theo. Hamer, who had decided to retire. Mr. Hayes served two terms or eight years, and is now serving as a Justice of the Peace in Woodstock. V. S. Lumley was re-elected State's Attorney in this year and Charles H. Francis was elected to the Legislature to succeed E. D. Shurtleff. Judge Donnelly Retires Late in 1920 Judge Donnelly decided to retire, sending his resignation to Governor Lowden so that almost the Governor's last official act was its acceptance and the appointment of Edward D. Shurtleff as successor. In the following June, 1921, Judge Shurtleff was formally elected to the office to which he had been appointed by Governor Lowden. When Judge Donnelly resigned he had served thirty years on the bench, seven years as County Judge and twenty-three as Circuit Judge. He was beloved by all, and everybody regretted his retirement because of ill health. He died just one year later. Small Elected Governor We will touch but briefly on the election of Governor Len Small and the eight years of efficient service he gave to the state of Illinois. We will say nothing about the various things which stirred the whole state pro and con over eight years. Even those who opposed him most strenuously appreciate his sincerity, devotion and loyalty and determination to carry out any task to which he set himself. our good roads system is a monument to Governor Small. It was his pride and he devoted all of his energies to its accomplishment. He is entitled to much more credit for the good work he did for this state, we fear, than his opponents will ever concede to him. Governor Small is dead, but the people who believed in him remained loyal to him to the end. That he made many mistakes, we are well aware, but that he had many virtues and gave much to the people in good service is freely admitted. McHenry county fared well from Governor Small. He built roads, but he did much else for the county, which it will not be necessary to discuss. Shelton Made Director Among those honored by Governor Small was Addison M. Shelton of Crystal Lake, who soon after his retirement as Superintendent of Schools in McHenry county became Director of the Department of Registration and Education at Springfield, a position which he filled with credit throughout Small's term. Another appointee who held an important position at Springfield was Col. C. C. Miner of Woodstock, who started under Gov. Lowden and held through many years in the state feed inspection department. Earl Toles of Woodstock served as factory inspector for several years under Small. He was succeeded under Gov. Emmerson by B. H. Curtis of Woodstock. In the elections of 1922 Lester Edinger was elected Sheriff. Hattie C. Dake of Harvard was elected Superintendent of Schools. Miss Dake died in 1925, and was succeeded by Mrs. Ethel C. Coe, who has been regularly re-elected since. Roy J. Stewart was elected Treasurer, appointing Frank J. Hendricks as his Deputy. Stewart had been opposed in the primaries by Fred A. Walters, who lost in the county by only 50 votes. Barnes and Still were re-elected as Judge and County Clerk. Reid Defeats Copley The hottest contest in this campaign was that between Congressman I. C. Copley of Aurora and Attorney Frank R. Reid, also of Aurora. This contest reached into every part of the Eighth Congressional district and resulted in Col. Copley's defeat, Mr. Reid winning in the four counties by a majority of 3500 votes. Mr. Reid served with much distinction over a period of six terms or twelve years and retired voluntarily in 1934. Although the writer took no active part in Mr. Reid's first election, he did us the honor to ask for our cooperation after his successful primary contest and throughout the remainder of his service, the writer was active as his personal representative in McHenry county throughout the twelve years of his service. Mr. Reid's service to his district and the nation brought him national recognition, especially in his battle for flood control over the Mississippi river and its tributaries. Through his efforts much was accomplished to relieve the flood problem, especially in the lower Mississippi valley, and it is a fact that because of Reid's work the lower valley was not devastated this year, as was the stretch along the Ohio river. Had Congressman Reid's proposals been carried out over the entire valley we believe much of the flood loss and devastation along the Ohio river this year could have been avoided. In January, 1935, Congressman Reid secured for Mrs. Lucy Renich the appointment as postmaster at Woodstock, in which office she served for ten years. She retired on Oct. 31, 1934, after having completed over thirty years in the postal service. Campaign of 1925 In 1924 there were several hot campaigns, one of which was the contest between Alford H. Pouse of McHenry and William M. Carroll of Woodstock for State's Attorney. Pouse won. He served less than three years, when he quietly left the county, disappearing from sight. The story is too well known to need repeating. The charges against Pouse were in connection with the prohibition laws, which laws having been repealed he reappeared again about two years ago and opened a law office again in Woodstock. A few months ago he left with his family for New York City, where he is now located. V. S. Lumley was named by the Board of Supervisors to complete the unexpired Pouse term. Charles F. Hayes was re-elected Circuit Clerk. Another contest that year was against Congressman Reid, four candidates appearing against him. In the primaries Mr. Reid lost Kane county to one of those opponents, Will county to another and DuPage county to a third. He carried McHenry county, and in combination carried the district by a good margin. Campaign of 1926 In 1926 Frank J. Hendricks defeated Lester Edinger for County Treasurer by a very narrow margin. Mrs. Ethel Coe was re-elected County Superintendent of Schools, following her selection in the previous year to complete the unexpired term of Miss Hattie Dake, who died in office. Cyrus Sanford of Woodstock was elected Sheriff in a three cornered contest with Deputy Sheriff Don Hibbard and Marshal George Ehlert of Crystal Lake. The hottest campaign of that year was that between Judge Charles P. Barnes and Attorney Charles T. Allen of Cary, in which Allen won out. D. T. Smiley and James F. Casey were also candidates. Guy E. Still was re-elected without opposition. Stewart was elected to the Legislature, defeating Charles H. Francis. Hoover and Emmerson Hoover and Emmerson were the top candidates in 1928, while in McHenry county Charles F. Hayes retired from office and Will T. Conn was elected to succeed him. McHenry county failed to elect a candidate for the Legislature, Roy Stewart, W. M. Carroll and Peter Frett all going down to defeat. Jackson of Belvidere and McDonough of Waukegan were elected. E. H. Cook was re-elected coroner; he was first elected in 1923, to succeed Dr. E. Windmueller, who had gone to California to reside. Frank R. Reid was re-elected Congressman. Campaign of 1930 In this year Mrs. Ruth Hanna McCormick defeated Senator C. S. Deneen for U. S. Senator, but herself went down to defeat by James Hamilton Lewis. Lewis carried McHenry county in that election, the only time since the Civil war that a Democrat has won in McHenry county. Harry Peteit defeated Frank J. Green for Treasurer in the primaries by a margin of only 36. Reid went back to Congress; Carroll was elected to his first term at Springfield; Edinger was elected to his second term as Sheriff; R. D. (Brick) Woods won out over Theo. Hamer and Frank J. Hendricks for County Clerks to succeed Guy E. Still who retired after serving 20 years as County Clerk. Judge Allen was re-elected without opposition; likewise Mrs. Ethel Coe. We are not going into these last few years, since 1930. They are too recent and are familiar to our readers. We note that we neglected to state that George L. Tryon was elected County Surveyor in 1916, to succeed his brother, Charles, and has held the office ever since. In this survey of the politics, of fifty years in McHenry county we have naturally been compelled to be brief as to details and have overlooked or omitted many things which might be of interest to our readers. The writer in these fifty years has had a personal acquaintance with the happenings of which he has written. In some cases he was an active participant in the political struggles we have written about, but most of these are so far in the dim past that our mind has long been free from the prejudices which always go with poltical strife. As we see it now it has been a wonderful story, this story of the passing events of fifty years and as we have written it we realize how feebly we have told it. There have been many high spots in those years which alone would furnish material for a fair sized book, there has been pleasure and pathos, and as we see passing in review the fine type of citizenry which has composed McHenry county's officialdom over these years our pride swells and we feel happy that we have had a part in it. Again, we cannot help but shed a tear or more over the loss of so many good friends, as necessarily many of those people we have written about have long ago passed to the world beyond. We can see them now, one by one, as they passed in and out among us, and we can only say, adieu; kind friends, you did your work well here in this world, let us hope there is a reward in the next. A 40-Year Old Jewelry Store Extends Congratulations to an 80 Year Old Newspaper. We take this opportunity to thank our many customers for their fine patronage during the years. We hope to merit their continued confidence until we're established eighty years. M. Schwabe, Jeweler Opposite Miller Theatre 216 Main St. Woodstock, Ill. News Depot. Newspapers and Magazines. Cigars, Cigarettes, Tobacco and Sundries. Complete Soda Fountain Service. Ice Cream and Ices. Prompt Carrier Service on Morning and Evening Daily Newspapers. Wicks & Conley. North end of Main & Benton Sts. opposite C. & N. W. depot. We extend sincere congratulations to the Woodstock Sentinel Upon its long and successful career over 80 years past. Riley & Riley [photo]. 10 Years of Friendly Service. Our Line of Groceries Is Complete. We are open evenings and Sundays. Mobilgas and Mobiloil. We specialize in lubrication and car washing. Grunow Radio Sales and Service. Phone 561 for service. 501 Washington St. U. S. Rt. 14 Start to Stop at the Conoco Station WHEN YOU BUY Gasoline, Oils, Greases. Your first consideration should be quality. The company that refines the product must be reliable. We know we represent such a company—the Continental. Then next look into the matter of service. We are equipped to render this to you. Prove this by asking any of our customers. Included in this is the Conoco Travel Information. If you are planning a trip, Conoco will send you free marked routes and information as to accommodations and points of interest. Ask for a mailing card. After this comes the matter of price. It does not pay to buy a cheap grade at any price. However, when you use Conoco you get the lowest possible price for good merchandise. Desmond Oil Company GREASING Phone 510. RURAL DELIVERY WOODSTOCK Why Bake at Home? Try Our Bread-It's all in the Loaf! All kinds of bread, cakes and rolls. Special Limpa and Latt Rising Bread. Give us a trial. Home Bakery. North Benton Street Phone 436 CHAS. F. HAYES [photo] Justice of the Peace Telephone 693-W Woodstock, III. PAGE SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937 EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Milestones in the History of THE STATE BANK OF WOODSTOCK 1889: Opened for business on November 29th, with a capital of $25,000.00. 1907: Capital increased to $50,000.00. 1910: Acquired and occupied present location. 1910: Savings Department installed. 1920: Remodeled and enlarged banking quarters. 1927: Qualified as a Trust Company. 1935: Admitted to membership in the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. 1937: Capital increased to $100,000.00. the State Bank of Woodstock appreciates the good will and patronage of the public during all these years. Congratulations Woodstock Sentinel. We are proud to wish you the very best on your 80th Anniversary. We too, are celebrating as headquarters for the best of Beers and Liquors. COMING UP...is the slogan of anticipation that real beer lovers welcome when they've ordered a glass, or bottle of Meister Bran, the old fashioned beer, made the old fashioned way —no syrup, sugar or artificial carbonation. But "going down" is when you get the real enjoyment of a fine tasting, lively, properly aged beer of full body and full food value. You Are Always Welcome at pop's Tavern a Good Place to Bring the Family. The Meister Brau in cans is guaranteed to be the same beer as bottle or draught. POP'S TAVERN On the Square —Phone 228 118 Cass St. G. L. "Pop" Jones, Prop. Congratulations Woodstock Daily Sentinel on Your 80th Anniversary. Best Wishes to You and the Community. During the past year we installed a complete new KewTanee Steam Boiler and a Kol-Master Coal Stoker in the Hoy Block, which are serviced by the Sentinel plant. You are invited to inspect this installation, which is giving complete satisfaction. Plumbing Heating Stokers. Sanitary Plumbing and Heating Co. A. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBUSHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS GOODWILL MESSAGES TO WOODSTOCK Letters from President Roosevelt, Herbert Hoover, Alf M. London and Many Other Friends MESSAGES FROM EDITORS, SENATORS, CONGRESSMEN AND OTHER PUBLIC MEN The editor of the Woodstock Daily-Sentinel is indeed proud of the fine messages of congratulations which have come to this publication upon the event of its Eightieth Anniversary Eldition. A cordial letter from President Franklin D. Roosevelt, also equally pleasing letters from former President Herbert Hoover and former Governor Alf M. Landon, Republican candidate for President last November, in facsimile grace this page. Their kind words are highly appreciated. Equally do we appreciate telegrams from Senator Jas. Hamilton Lewis and Col. Frank Knox, publisher of the Chicago Daily News, and letters from former Governor Frank O. Lowden, who for many years has been a subscriber of the Sentinel, Col. Robert R. McCormick, publisher of the Chicago Tribune, William H. Stuart, editor of "Heard and Seen" in the Chicago American, Chauncey W. Reed, Congressman of this district, Senator Arnold Benson of Batavia, Representatives Richard J. Lyons and Nick Keller of our district, and last but not least, our friend, C. Wayland Brooks, who is personally so well known to our readers. We know our readers will enjoy reading these messages, just as we have enjoyed receiving them. We express our sincere thanks to them all. FRANK 0. LOWDEN Sinnissippi Farm, Oregon,Ill. Dear Mr. Renich: I congratulate you upon the coming eightieth birthday of the Woodstock Sentinel. While it is a little, and only a little, older than I, I have known the Sentinel for almost half of its lifetime. During all these years I believe it to have served its community ably and faithfully. I wish for its future uncounted years of future service to the good people of northern Illinois. With cordial regards, Sincerely yours, FRANK 0. LOWDEN. JAS. HAMILTON LEWIS United States Senator. Western Union Telegram. Please take my congratulations on the anniversary of your paper, with its great service to the cause of liberty and humanity. I send you personal wishes for your continued life of usefulness and of the continuing influence of your patriotic publication. JAS. HAMILTON LEWIS. ARNOLD P. BENSON Senator Batavia, Illinois. My Dear Mr. Renich: My attention has been called to the fact that the Sentinel is, this year, observing its 80th anniversary, and that this occasion is to be marked with a special edition shortly. Eighty years of service to a community should call for something in the way of a community celebration, for surely much of the progress of your splendid county seat city is due to the leadership the Sentinel has always given. Happy indeed must you be after directing the activities of this community asset for so many years. As a newspaper man myself, and realizing the many difficulties presented in publishing a real worth while paper, I hasten to extend mv congratulations to you and with them my best wishes for continued success for the Sentinel, its editor and the entire loyal staff. With kind personal regards, I am Very cordially yours, ARNOLD P. BENSON. Message From President Franklin D. Roosevelt. February 2, 1937. My dear Mr. Renich: It gives me great pleasure through the Eightieth Anniversary Edition of your newspaper to send to all of your readers my hearty felicitations. The fact that your paper has received the support of the reading public through fourscore years is ample evidence of its value as a public institution. I trust that as the years come and go it will ever uphold the best interests of the community which has been for so long the field of its activities. Very sincerely yours, Franklin D. Roosevelt. Mr. Charles F. Renich, Editor, Woodstock Daily Sentinel, Woodstock, Illinois. LETTERS TELL OF LOVE OF WOOSTOCK BY ABSENT FRIENDS. The Sentinel publishes in the following columns a number of letters from former residents, who now live in other parts of the country, all of whom express one central thought— an abiding love for old Woodstock, the town of their childhood days, of which they write in a most interesting manner, recalling much that the readers of this old time anniversary edition will enjoy. The following brief lines express better than anything we can say the thought that lives on and on in the hearts and minds of all former Woodstock people, no matter where their present homes may be. "Knocking at your door today Just to say 'Hello,' To one of the friendliest people It has been my luck to know. J. P. ALT. 4921 N. Francisco Ave., Chicago." We know our readers will enjoy these letters as many are reministic of former days in Woodstock and will recall to our readers incidents in their lives which may be now forgotten. Read them all, you will enjoy them. The first of these letters is from Mrs. Lettie Cummins Hayes. Lettie Cummins, to you old timers, who was a teacher in the Woodstock schools more than half a century ago. Mrs. Hayes, now past eighty years, is enjoying good health and lives in retirement at Denver, Colo. She would be happy to hear from any of her old friends or those who attended school to her way back in the eighties in the Woodstock schools. Her address is at the close of her letter-Other interesting letters are from Mrs. Erna Seiler Moote of Tulsa, Okla.; the late Charles F. Dacy of Asheville, N. C, who wrote a letter only a few weeks before his death; Mrs. Bessie Murphey Allen of Atlanta, Georgia; John M. Burbank of St. Paul, Minn., Otto E. Seiler of Chicago; Floyd H. Field, another old timer, brother of the late A. F. Field of this city; Robert H. Gillmore, son of the late Judge and Mrs. 0. H. Gillmore, now an attorney at law at Whittier, Calif.; Gertrude Breslau Fuller, a niece of the late "Corporal Jack" Darrell. She holds a responsible position in the state government at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Mrs. Gertrude Southworth Young, daughter of the late Gardner S. Southworth, former owner and editor of the Sentinel. She lives at Larchmont, N. Y.; Cliff V. Sherman, director Shrine band at Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. Morna A. Mumford, Chicago. (Continued On Page Two) 0. WAYLAND BROOKS. My Dear Mr. Renich: Please insert the following lines for me: "Congratulations to Chas. F. Renich, Editor and Publisher, Woodstock Daily Sentinel, and best wishes for continued service in a great community." With every kind wish, I am Yours very sincerely, C. WAYLAND BROOKS. Greetings From Former President Herbert Hoover. February 9, 1937. Mr. Charles F. Renich, Editor and Publisher, Woodstock Daily Sentinel, Woodstock, Illinois. Dear. Mr. Renich: I should like to add my congratulations to the many others you will receive on the eightieth anniversary of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel. I know that every thinking person realizes that the country newspaper ranks with the schools as the very foundations of public service, and I know that your community has long since come to regard the Daily Sentinel as an essential part of community life. NICK KELLER Representative 8th Senatorial District. Dear Mr. Renich: The history of Woodstock and McHenry County is interwoven with that of The Woodstock Daily Sentinel. During the past 80 years Woodstock has grown from a tiny pioneer settlement to the bright and sparkling city of today that rests like a gem in the terrain of Northern Illinois; and The Sentinel in its own march toward progress has played an important part in bringing about this municipal development. Woodstock, a city of beautiful homes, marked municipal achievements and energetic and contented citizens, has looked forward to the coming of the Sentinel to its doorstep with the news of the city, state and nation for more than three generations. In a true sense of its name it has always stood as a staunch sentinel in guarding the interests of the people of Woodstock and McHenry county. Founded by pioneers on humanitarian principles it has adhered to these ideals. During the more than 30 years that Charles F. Renich has served as editor and publisher of the Sentinel it has attained an enviable place in journalistic circles in Illinois. A newspaper so ably managed and edited could not be otherwise than influential and successful. As a subscriber to both the Woodstock Daily Sentinel and its contemporary, the McHenry Plaindealer, I am well acquainted with and a believer in the editorial policies of Mr. Renich. Woodstock is fortunate in having the Sentinel and Mr. Renich and the Sentinel and Mr. Renich should thankful that they have Woodstock. I extend my heartiest congratulations to Mr. Renich and his capable staff and to the city of Woodstock on this, the SOth anniversary of the foundation of THE WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL in the county seat of McHenry county. Very truly yours, NICK KELLER. Alf M. Landon Sends Congratulations. February 2, 1937. Mr. Chas. F. Renich, Editor and Publisher, Woodstook Daily Sentinel, Woodstock, Illinois. Dear Mr. Renich I am happy to extend congratulations to the editor and publisher of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel on the Sentinel's Eightieth Anniversary. The newspapers of America do a splendid public service not only in informing their readers of the news of the day, but in developing community ideals and spirit, and in furthering important projects. A democracy such as ours is particularly in need of a vigorous, honest and community minded press. We are fortunate that American newspapers have fulfilled their function so well. May the Woodstock Daily Sentinel continue to serve its territory for many more years and may it always carry out in full the duties of our American press. Sincerely yours, Alf. M. Landon. (Continued On Page Five) PAGE TWO WoODSTOCk DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition ERNA SEILER TELLS DAYS OF GIRLHOOD IN WOODSTOCK Dear Woodstock of Yesteryear: In my library in my home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, I am sitting with my pen in hand. Dropped from my fingers, upon the desk before me, is a letter from the Sentinel. It reads: "We desire a number of older residents of the city, long since removed to other localities, to participate in our anniversary issue, with a letter of (historical) incidents of early days as reviewed by memory." 'Long since removed to other localities, I quote, and now I am enumerating. It is 22 years since I left Woodstock and went to the University of Illinois and mother removed to Urbana with me until I graduated three years later. I have been back to Woodstock three times in the past eighteen years, the last time was ten years ago, when I spent three days in "The Old Home Town." Historical interest concerning Woodstock, brings the following to mind. I am a little girl, and my mother, Lena B. Seiler, is writing the history of the early German settlers of McHenry county for the Historical Society of Northern Illinois. Mother is taking notes while my grandfather, Frederick Bertschy, and his old friend, Peter J. Herdklotz, sit in their arm-chairs and visit. I am a small child and am listening. Grandpa Herdklotz, as we called him, is saying: "My brother and our sister came to Centerville (now Woodstock) in 1836. We located on what became Queen Ann Prairie. By day, we brothers felled trees preparatory to building a cabin and planting crops. At night, we brothers rested from our strenuous day's work, while our sister with an ax kept the wolves away. At the end of our first year in the cabin home, We got into a lumber wagon and followed an Indian trail to Fort Gawgo, an Indian fur trading post, and now the sight of Chicago, but which at that time was low marsh land on the banks of Lake Michigan. The moccasined prints followed the path of the present Northwestern railroad between Woodstock and Chicago. Your home here, Lainie (as he called mother) on Newell Street, was part of a thick forrest which was full Of wild life, wolves, wild turkey, and deer. Where the Oliver factory is located, was then a marsh lake. Here at evening time, on the banks, the Indians would lie with bow and arrow awaiting the deer which came out of the trees to drink at the water's edge." To which my grandfather, Fred Bertschy replies, "And thirty-three years later when I came here, the only wild life we ever saw, was an eagle which my son, George Bertschy, shot, and which measured six feet from wing tip to wing tip, and which Dr. Cook had mounted." Woodstock Unchanged To those who long ago removed from Woodstock, and who have seldom or never returned, the Woodstock of yesteryear has not changed. Absence for us has preserved the picture of our Woodstock. Our picture of those early scenes in Woodstock has not been confused or replaced by the scenes, sounds, and people, which make up the Woodstock of today. Today, as I am thinking of Woodstock, I forget that I am a wife and a mother with a six-foot son and a daughter in high school, for when I remember Woodstock, I am a little girl. I would like once more to "drop in" and find the neighbors as I knew them in their homes in my childhood. Most of these friends are now passed into the Great Beyond, but because I left Woodstock before this happened, I think of them as they were in the old neighborhood, doing the daily tasks that they did when their lives made up a part of mine. Many are the people who have been well known and well loved in Woodstock, and whose faces were familiar as belonging to Woodstock but who are now, gone and because we were not there when they actually passed from the picture, to us who removed long since to other localities, they remain, as vivid in the scenes that we would recall of "The Old Home Town" as though the Great Law of Change had not been in effect during our years of absence. Those who were young with my brothers and me in Woodstock, remain so in my memory because I have seldom or never seen them since, and those who were adults in the prime of life then, remain so, and are still frequently the scenes and streets of the old town as they were then, although I know many are now with hushed voices, and lie under the silent shades in Oakland. Childhood Memories Sometimes, we who have been away so long, follow again in memory the paths we traveled back and forth so much as a child. There are many who will remember this period in Woodstock. For instance: It is a school day, and the "first bell" has rung. I am hippety-hopping on the brick walk on Clay Street. I am a little girl on my way to school and I see the eight-forty train for Chicago and Luman Hoy is getting on it. Now I am running past Wien's store and I see Lawyer Lumley hurrying up the steps to his office above it. I pass Art Mullen and Gene Hoy talking to Park Bunker, Delbert Wright and Emery Arnold. They are talking about college and athletics. I know, because I hear my brothers talk, too, about Eckersal, the great Chicago football player. I think "maybe some day my brothers will go to college." In front of the express office I see stiff forms of calves laid across weighing scales. Sometimes I go inside of the harness shop to the rear with Ada when she has to leave some shoes to be repaired by Mr. Hans Christiansen. Out in front of Dirrenberger's restaurant is the colored cook, Mr. Bates, in his white coat and round hat, he is sweeping the walk. Irwin comes out of the door and asks me where Ott is. At Kennedy's Grocery, Ed Kappler is carrying out a basket of orders and calling gid-dap to his horse. At Frank Bunker's fruit stand, Al Heywood looks very jolly in his apron as he polishes Arkansas Black apples. A bunch of bananas is in the window and some blue plums and crates of oranges, which make me think of my geography lesson about California. Next door, Ed Whitson is standing in the door and his brother, Bill Whitson, is hustling some tin and big shears into their wagon drawn by two sorrel horses. Someone needs hardware repairs. Near the window in Stone's Drug Store stand Mr. Ed. Stone looking so much like pictures of the late President Garfield. Down in the basement window, I see Bernie Sherman fixing a wheel and upstairs in Schneider & Eckert's barber shop, Mike Lehman is shaving a customer. Grandpa told me that the first bath tub in Woodstock was in this shop and for a quarter it could be rented. Charles Barnes comes down the stairs from his office, he is going up to the Court House. John Mullen is first going into the dry goods store and Phoebe Kappler has gone in before him to advance the millinery department. At the bank through the window, I see George Murphy. He has graduated from college and is liked by Woodstock people as has been Prince Edward by the English. The clock hanging outside of Sherman's says I have plenty of time to get to school, so I go "around the square" instead of cutting through the park. My eyes linger a moment upon all the milk wagons with their horses hitched to the park chain, then I walk on. Louis Kapplar and Mr. Holmgren are cleaning the mud off the cross walks. Mr. Mead is arranging crisp vegetables in their grocery window, and Dr. Cutteridge is hurrying up the stairs to his dentist's office. I meet Charles Lemmers and Vinita is with him, they say "Good morning." At the corner area group of school boys talking to Jimmie Foreman who has a paper sack on his shoulder and is opening the door to his place. Just then Amelia Bier comes along, she speaks to me cheerfully. She is going into Choate's store where I follow her, to buy a spool of thread for mother to patch my brother's pants, (probably). Next door, as I pass, I see Anderson Murphy with his black cap on his head and today as I recall him, he makes me think of Cardinal Richelieu as was played by the late Mantel on the stage. Dr. Doolittle just drove up in his carriage in front of the drug store and tied his horse to a ring in the plank walk. His well groomed appearance is distinguished by his gotee. Now I am at Wright's drug store. Inside, Mr. Glazier is selling a tablet to a school child. Dr. Anderson, as he passes, with his doctor's case in land is saying good morning to Abe Still and Frank Hanaford. They are seated in chairs by the fire and talking to George Eckert, the sheriff. They are all "old soldiers." George Eckert, on his horse, always leads the Decoration Day parade and Abe Still leads the singing at the G.A.R-W.R.C. socials. Mother told me that Frank Hanaford with five others, tunneled his way out Andersonville prison where Wm. Cowlin lost his health while confined four years in the Civil War. A, S. Wright is just opening the door going into the drug store. He is dressed in a well pressed suit. Mr. Wright is an "old soldier" too but he looks so young that I can hardly believe it. Now I pass Bunker Brothers store and I see Dr. Lawrence going up to his dentist's office. Just then the "last bell" starts to ring so I run fast. I meet Reverend Sunderland. As I scamper along, I meet Mr. Bolger and I sober. He is the constable and I think "it would be terrible to get arrested." At the school corner I meet Judge and Mrs Gilmore. They speak and ask me how I am. At the corner Mrs. George Hoy comes along. She always looks pleasant like everything was all right. In the school yard, I pass Mr. Thorne and John Stafford. They are making a short cut to town. At school, as I arrive, on South Street, Jane Stanford is saying "left-right, left-right" and the high school girls' line is already marching up the big stone steps. The rest of us crowd up and mark time, while we listen to the big hula-ba-loo being made on the "boys' side." In our room, everybody is taking off their coats and hanging them in "the closet for their row" at the back of the room. There are so many coats the doors won't stay shut and some of the coats fall from the over-loaded hooks. It seems cold in the room and one of the boys takes the long pole and pushes shut the four top windows at the back. Just then Mr. Hart comes in and the room gets in order in a hurry as he leaves a note on the teacher's desk and goes out. While she reads it, there is a hub-bub in the room added to the noise of the thumping, knocking steaming radiators. Dora Delamere is kindly and we like her. Yesterday she had us bring our dinners and we ate them sitting in a circle about her desk. What I learned in that grade, I can't recall but this extra activity in the curriculum has stayed with me. When the noon factory whistle is blowing, Marguerite Zimplemann and I are running to get to Murphy's drug store first to ask for a new calendar. Just as we leave there, we meet Ada Parsons. She tells us to come to practice Saturday for the "Chrysanthemum Show." Grandpa is teaching Marguerite and me a French song and we are to sing it in costume. Marguerite was my inseparable companion in those years. I have seen her once in the last 25 years. That was fifteen years ago in Santa Ana, California, when I spent the day with her in her home among palms and fruit trees. We have our calendar now and are racing to the call window at the Post Office on Benton Street. Jimmie Brink hands me a letter. We scamper along and bump into the factory men who are endeavoring to hurry home to dinner and get back to their Work in an hour. At the railroad crossing, George Powell in his tower has let down the gates and a big freight with a snow shovel on the front of the engine thunders by. On the top of the cars, run brakemen to turn the wheelbrakes on the corners of the car tops. There were no convenient air brakes then. They throw their arms around their waists and beat their hands together to keep warm. I am a little girl and wonder how they can walk on those slippery freight cars, especially when the train is moving. When the train is past, a big crowd has collected and we all hurry along now. A big team is hauling some cords of wood to somebody. Their feet slip on the snow as they try to start their load. Further down the street, I see A. F. Field locking his coal office and his three spotted pointers patiently wait him. Unpretentious in his daily dealings, Mr. Field was big in his attitude toward others in his community. Many a home would have shivered if this man had demanded his rights when they were due him. At Sherwood's corner, I separate from Marguerite and run past Judge Donnelly walking home from Court with his crutch. Mr. Donnelly was never too occupied to speak to a child and I answer and run on past Donnelly's picket fence to let my hand run over the pickets as I pass along. Had it been summer, I would have walked it as that was one of the pleasurable risks of childhood then. Across the street, Emil Arnold is just going into their home for dinner and Emery is with him. Emery called to me that he wants to see my brother, George, and I say to him "I'll tell him." As I turn into our yard, I see Michael Senger at the corner priming their pump with hot water. I can see steam as he pours. He will pump some fresh drinking water for dinner. Blessed Home The sacred pictures of Home, Brothers, Mother, now confronts me. My mind would fain dwell upon this scene through it. Woodstock is securely woven in my heart. That picture of Mother and my brothers and myself with them seems a very natural mingling and yet it is 23 years since we last were together in that home. On my way back to school, Ada Johnson is with me and we giggle all the way. About what? I don't know unless it is the sheer joy of living which is childhood's gift. I have to stop on in errand to our neighbor, Fred Schneider, who is in bed with a broken leg. On our way, Ada and I meet Emil Pfeiffer. He says to us, "That's right, girls, laugh and be merry, school days are the happy time." Marguerite joins us at the corner. She says, "We are going to have electric lights in Woodstock." I say "Mike Snyder won't have to go around nights then to light the lanterns on the lamp posts all over town. Ada says, "Those electric bulbs won't ever be so pretty as is the rose-globe lamps Mrs. Knutson has in her parlor. To which Marguerite concludes, "No, but there won't be any more Saturday job of polishing smoked lamp chimneys." Ada asks me then if we are going to have a phone. I tell her, "Yes Uncle Adolph Bertschy is putting one in our house because he works for the telephone company." Ada says, "It will only, make your grandpa swear. That's what phones do to all men." I asked her why and Ada answers, "Because they can't hear what the person talking to them is trying to say." Just then the fire whistle starts to blow and Ed. Hanaford's big grey team are turned into race horses as they run with the dray toward the city hall. When they get there, the men are already hitching Frank Hanaford's bay team to the hook and ladder wagon and away they go with all the boys and dogs in town shouting and barking after them. Everybody has come out of the stores and "The Square" is full of excitement and people. Ada says to me, "There'll be a lot of tardies this noon. Don't you wish it was May Day and school was almost out and we were going after school to pick cowslips for May baskets." Marguerite says, "Erna and I always pick them in Blakeslee's slough. Arnolds keep their cows in that pasture and so do Pfeiffers and Sengers." That pasture is the sight of the present Woodstock Typewriter Factory. Now we meet Dr. Windmueller, he is going into his office in back of Hoy's Drug Store, he speaks to us all. Marguerite and Ada both say, "He is our doctor," to which I answer, "he is ours too, but I am mad at him; he promised to bring us the next baby he got, and last week he walked right by our house with his big case and left a baby at Asmus'." Next we meet George Hunt and his wife. They have just come from Sole's Restaurant under the express office and Mr. Hunt is wiping his ears and coatsleeve and Mrs. Hunt is laughing. She says, "The waitress spilled Mr. Hunt's dinner on him today," and Mr, Hunt says to us, "Little early for corn "on the ear" don't you think so, girls." We all laugh, and Marguerite walks on with them. Ada comes with me. I have to go into Renich and Harts Grocery to order some flour for mother to bake bread. The small town grocery, in those years, had its own smell. It was of coffee, cheese, vinegar, or pickles and kerosene dominating and was blended with many other separate flavors, which the differentiating nose could easily distinguish. But none of these smells are unpleasant to Ada or me. They have a pleasant conation and are associated with lickorish candies, gum drops, carmels, and pyramid cream chocolates so dear to the palate of any child. As we turn to leave the store, Mr Stark Hart calls to us, "Wait a minute," and our salivary glands secrete readily as Ada and I see him reach in the candy case to give us a handful of these goodies. These separate smells which I have mentioned, blended by old associations of "The Old Home Town" became cherished by the olfactory nerves of the small town child. In after years, more aristocratic odors that should have been savory compared, have failed to register so agreeably. Now I have to stop at the Volks-blatt in the top of the Renich building. The paper is printing the stories which Mother writes about the early German settlers. Mr. Metzger asks me if grandpa is coming to town. I tell him he is going to Blind man Merton's for a while and will probably be over afterwards. After school I see the Penny Mites ladies sewing in Larry Jones' office in the city hall. As I run through the park, I see Mrs. Bagley with her father, Mr. Furer, and I meet and speak to Old Mr. Hoy, who has been down to the bank talking with his son, George Hoy. Further on, I meet Mrs. John Mullen and she reminds me that I haven't come to see her for a long time. I tell her I will come some day when Emma Peiffer goes to take her piano lesson with Miss Agnes Quinlan. While we talk, Mr. Northrup and Jay walk by toward Judd Street and cross the street. I see Garry decorating the Window in Austin's grocery and Mr. Austin is standing close by. I go into Stone's shoe store. Mr. Stone tells me that I am growing and need a whole size larger rubber. Mrs. Nettie Judd comes in and Mr. Donovan waits on her at the bank. Mrs. Judd, to me, was the prettiest lady in Woodstock when I was a child. Charles Stone is in the shoe store and I see Mr. Christiansen repairing shoes as I go out the side door and run on past Merton's. Chicago Fire Mr. Schaff and Fred Eppel are in there, as is also grandpa, so I go in. They are talking about the Chicago fire in 1871. Mother has told me that Mr. Merton lost his business and his eyesight in the great fire and but for his blindness would be a smart businessman in Chicago as he is a graduate of Heidelbergh University in Germany. I hear my grandfather saying, "Yes we could see the fire sometimes from the Court House and the smoke was all round us at times at my farm north of town." Mr. Merton gets up and feels his way around the candy-counter to get me a "marshmallow fish" and a "black jaw-breaker." Mr. Merton knew the way to a child's heart. I thank him for the candy and run out. As I pass Caskey's livery barn, I notice Rudolph, Howard Burger, and Raymond Pfeiffer in there with Earl. They are watching Mr- Caskey hitch up a horse and carriage for a traveling man. As Rudolph sees me he comes up and says, "I wish I could travel like that fellow they are hitching that horse for. Why! that fellow is going to Ridgefield yet tonight." I ask Rudolph how far Ridgefield is and he says, "Six miles." Across the street, we can hear words of a forceful character coming from the Griebel Brothers' repair shop. Howard, Raymond and Rudie run over but I don't follow. Ed and Albert are both lying under Dr. Windmueller's auto and getting it in shape for spring-use. Beside a thrash-engine in the shop stand two farmers who are conversing in absolute terms. Outside as I wait for Rudie I hear: "Those horseless carriages won't ever amount to anything, are in the shop more than they are on the road. Ought to run them things off the roads, ain't safe anymore to ride behind a horse with them autos scaring the critters into the ditch!" To which the other farmer replies, "Well the Doc gets over the country at a great lick with it when the weather is good. Hippers 'along at the rate of twelve miles an hour, stopped at our place once at midnight for water for the boiler. Doc said, "Sorry to disturb you at this hour, but I've gone nearly ten miles and the thing needs water.'" At Kappler's corner on Brewery Street as it was then called, I see Mrs. Lehmann. She has a bouquet of chrysanthemums. While I talk to her, Charley Renich comes by and tells me he wants to see Ott about a job at the Sentinel. I watch Mr. Renich go up Main Street and his coat blows in the wind and he is waving 'hello" to somebody all the time. Without Charley Renich, Woodstock could never be the same. In the town and reaching out into McHenry county he has been the man with David Larum's human qualities. Like his sister, Lottie, he has lived with and for others and enjoyed life while it was being done. That is a Renich trait, Kate and Mary were no different, to know a Renich was to have a friend. As I hurry past the depot, I see Otto and George going, down Clay Street toward home but I have to wait for the milk-train to switch its cars before I have a chance to run after them. As I walk on toward home, I meet Aunt Josie Zimpelmann. She is walking fast, this was just natural she walked no other way. She is carrying a loaf of bread, and it is still warm. She didn't say so, but I could smell the delicious flavor as she passed. The grave necessity of dying or being born was made easier in Woodstock if Aunt Josie was present and today I am wondering to whose assistance she was going that day. Sometimes she went to "lay out" the dead and sometimes it was someone whom she had bathed, maybe years before at birth. When I reached home, Mother sent me on an errand to Reverend Hay. Erma Sylvester and Susie Cowlin went with me. As we came through his dormant, snow-laden vineyard, we saw him standing in his back yard with a man. A cord of wood was piled close by and Mr. Hay had just given half of the cord away. That evening, I went with Mother to Uncle Johnny Zimplemann's. In his green house he was clipping carnations, ferns, and smilax, while Mother helped my Aunt weave the flowers into a wreath. How many such wreaths from Uncle Johnny Zimpelmann's greenhouse brought comfort to homes in Woodstock. When Mother and I went home, we saw the northern lights streaking across the heavens. From our back upstairs window, my brothers and I watched the electrical display while Mother explained the phenomena to us. When I am tucked in the feather bed the nine o'clock whistle blows and I hear the creak-crunch of the snow as it crushes under the feet of the passing factory men whose hours of work started that morning at seven. This is not just one day, one trip to town, but like Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer which he said was not one boy but a combination of several boys, my trip to town is a cross section of a number of trips, and I have enumerated only a fragment of the tender memories of my Woodstock. Sincerely, ERNA SEILER MOOTE. JOHN J. SULLIVAN [photo] Above picture is that of John J. Sullivan, who for many years prior to his death was one of Hartland township's most successful farmers. He was born November 1,1824, in County Cork, Ireland, and came to the United States in 1845, settling in Hartland township. For 56 years Mr. Sullivan made his home in Hartland township, moving to Woodstock in November, 1910. He died December 1, 1910, at the home of his son, J. J. Sullivan, in this city. He had celebrated his 86th birthday prior to his death. Mr. Sullivan was one of the early tillers of the soil in McHenry county. Farming during his early life, did not have all the conveniences of today, but this did not hinder him from successfully operating his farm and raising a family of two boys and two girls. He was one of the pioneer settlers of Hartland township and helped much in the early upbuilding of the farming community in which he lived. Hartland for many years, was made up mostly of people of Irish decent and this held true up until just recent years. The picture above is a typical likeness of him. His kindly spirit, his love for his home and family won for him a host of friends which was clearly demonstrated at the last rites held for him from the Catholic church in the largest funerals ever held from the church. One son, Patrick H. Sullivan and one daughter, Mrs. Mary Ellen Hayes have followed him in death. One son, John J. Sullivan, and one daughter, Mrs. Catherine Williams, both of Woodstock, survive him. ALOIS DREYER [photo] Born in Kleinlitzel, near Basil, Switzerland, Mar. 11, 1855, Alois Dreyer came to America with his parents and two younger sisters in 1872, after having spent his earlier years in school and graduating from four years in High school, and after having taken training for three years in learning the sadler's and upholstery trade. Coming to Woodstock in 1873, his busy, energetic, helpful and useful life was an inspiration to the many friends that he rapidly and surely acquired. His first employment was with the late E. R. Bird, long a harness dealer in this city, where he spent 10 years as a valued and respected employee. In 1883 he opened a shop for himself on Main street and there remained until increasing business demanded a better location, when he moved to the Furer building on Benton street, where he spent a busy life until fatal illness overtook him and he was called to eternal rest and felicity. In 1879 Mr. Dreyer took for his wife Marie Stein, a sister of Mrs. Fred Renich and William and Charles Stein, who were engaged in the hardware business in Woodstock for several years. One son was the result of this union—Alois the 3rd—who, after graduating from the local school, engaged in the handling of bulbs and flowers and passed away in the blush of early manhood, greatly to the grief of his relatives and of his many friends. Mr. Dreyer Was appointed a member of the public'library board in 1890 by Mayor Richards and for two terms was a member of the board of education, where his expert knowledge and keen perceptions made him a valuable member of this important body. He was also a member of the Maennerchor, that old-German singing society, that was so valued by the people in the 70's, and for more than a dozen years he was the leader of the Presbyterian choir, and under his direction this choir gained a reputation for producing high-class music for the pleasure and edification of those who worshipped there. Whether in solo or quartet or chorus, his melodious tenor voice added much to the effectiveness of all public occasions that specialized the service of song. On Jan. 3, 1899, Mr. Dreyer laid down life's burdens and ceased his useful life at his home in Woodstock, following several surgical attempts to prolong his existence, and all agreed that the world was better for his having lived in it. In speaking of his life his biographer had this to say: "Mr. Dreyer was a man of simple tastes and worthy aspirations. He was unostentatious and courted not notoriety. In his home he was the embodiment of kindness; in business he was unwaveringly honest and marvelously energetic; in society he was modest and unassuming, always exemplifying the sturdy virtues acquired in the land of his nativity. He was kind-hearted, obliging and sincere, and once his conscience dictated to him the right, his iron will invariably led him in that direction. Fearless in the expressions of his convictions, his fellows respected his opinions and honored him because they felt that he was one of Nature's noblemen, who could at all times be trusted in whatever position he was placed." Mrs. Dreyer passed away on Dec. 27, 1925, following a widowhood of more than a quarter of a century. FRED MARKUS [photo] MRS. FRED MARKUS [photo] Mr. and Mrs. Fred Markus were Germans who came to Woodstock in the years following the Civil war. We have no records stating the exact date. Mr. Markus was in the saloon business in the building called the "Rathole," on the corner where the State Bank is now located. One of his best known products, which had a wide favorable reputation, was the famous 'Markus' Bitters." Mr. and Mrs. Markus lived in a modest home located on Calhoun street where Elmer Carlson's second hand store now is. They were great lovers of flowers and during the summer their entire front yard, was a complete garden show of beautiful blossoms. The house was well back from the street and there was no room for lawn as the entire front yard was filled with beds of flowers of the Markus' own planting and cultivation. Mr. Markus was an early riser and spent hours and hours among the flowers he loved so dearly. In those "horse and buggy" days the average family "took a walk" on Sunday, and the route of the family parade almost invariably led past the Markus home, where friends would stop for awhile to chat and admire the beauty of the natural display. Mr. Markus was very public spirited in many ways and took a prominent part in local affairs. In 1893 the block burned where the Markus business was located. Following this disaster Mr. and Mrs. Markus moved to Chicago, where they spent their declining years in retirement. MICHAEL GRIEBEL [photo] MRS. MICHAEL GRIEBEL [photo] Prominent and successful Hartland farmer, where he at one time operated 476 acres of fine prairie land. This fine farm was recently sold to a prominent Chicagoan. Michael Griebel was born August 23, 1834, in France, came to America at 19 years of age, where he found employment on a farm. Worked first year at $8 a month. After three years he rented a farm and some years later he bought 130 acres to which he added more land until he owned 476 acres. He was married in 1865 to Margaret Zimpleman. They had five children. In 1911 Mr. Griebel retired and moved to Woodstock, where he died in 1920. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE REMINISCING LETTER WRITTEN BY LATE CHAS.F.DACY A Reminiscing Letter The following letter was written the past fall, by the late Chas. F. Dacy, who on Jan. 19, 1937, passed away in Washington, D. C, where he had gone from his home in Asheville, N. Carolina, to visit his son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John Dacy and their young child. Asheville, N. Car. Dear Woodstock Friends: Looking backwards through the years it seems hardly possible that I might recall events and happenings of fifty-five years ago, but such is the fact, so I guess I am growing old and probably am classed as a Woodstock "old timer." My earliest recollection of Woodstock or of myself was going with my father, T. J. Dacy, to the fire ruins of Hunt's lumber yard and a livery stable on Jefferson street. We then went over to the Perry Murphy brick house, where I was born and which father used as a shop; it was on the site of McConnell Implement Co. This must have been in 1875 or '76 before I was stricken with infantile paralysis, for I could not walk for a long time thereafter. I remember a "monster" 4th of July, celebration some time prior to 1880. There was a big parade in the morning and my father had in it dozens of Warrior mowers loaded on wagons, also some drawn by horses, as well as Johnson reapers revolving, as at work, and in the evening residences and business house windows were illuminated with candles stuck on lath, and fastened inside windows. I am sure of this for I went with father to our warehouse where he replaced burned out candles and to guard against fire. The population of Woodstock in those days was about nine hundred and almost everybody knew every man, woman, child, and even dog in town. An accident or a sudden death was a cause of genuine regret to all and was talked about for days afterwards. A friendly, kindly spirit seemed to possess all the people. How different it was from the cold indifference of most everyone today towards his fellow man: "Each for himself and the devil take the hindmost." Recalls Old Times I well remember the Salisbury Bros., E. W. Blossom, J. C. Choate, William Sanford, Thos. Whitson, E. E. Thomas, Jack Leidig, John Medlar, Asa Smith, Ben Smith, Joseph Johnson, my uncle J. H. Slavin, D. W. Robinson, E. E. Dike, W. B. Austin, Allen Giles, John Short, Fred Marcus, R. C. Jefferson and his father, Mr. Nixon, Alec McNorton, Thomas Maher, A. Dreyer, Fred Renich, Mr.Lemmers, Sr., J. K. Wheat, Nelson and Garvis Blakeslee, T. D. Murphy, Henry Waite, Alvin Judd; Ira Slocum, Ed Furer, John Bunker, William Smith, Doctors Green, Davis, Nbrthrup, Buck, Bennett, Stone and Cook, all of whom are long since deceased, I believe. Each and all of them were always friendly and courteous to me. I also remember Fathers Carroll, Leyden, and Clancy and Revs. Todd, Harry B. Long, Boggess (?); Erngey, and of course numerous others who have died within recent years. The first momentous event in my life as portrayed on memory's tablets "(C.A.L.)" was the destruction by fire of my father's ware-house and the Jefferson elevator on March 5th, 1880. I recall that I stood on Hoy's drug store corner, crying wildly and exclaiming, "the beautiful wagons, machines, and plows are burning up." No Supervised Play The youth of today with their varied amusements and restlessness could never imagine the dullness of children's lives in a small town in those days. There was hardly any amusement except what we improvised ourselves,—no picture shows, radios, telephones, autos, bicycles. We had only the Fourth of July, circus day and the county fair to look forward to and we really derived a lot of pleasure from them. What a thrill it was (to me at least) to visit the old abandoned Barrows Planing Mill on Washington St., the old Quinlan Flour Mill (a great abode of tramps) on the same street, and the old Foundry on the site of Nester and Merwin buildings, to examine and wonder about the silent machinery and power plans and handle the different tools. Also it was a pleasure to visit the big Pickle Factory, where "Larry" Jones once gave me a large salt pickle which I devoured with great relish; also on the way to school to skip in the front door and out the side door of the Flouring Mill which then operated in the Kellog block across from the City Hall. The most thrilling enjoyment of the, "gang" was the reading of nickle and dime novels, surrepticiously of course. After we had read one we would trade with another boy, and believe me they circulated until they were in tatters. I recall my favorite, "Frank Reed and His Steam Man of the Plains."—a gigantic steam man which walked into bands of Indians and bandits and completely obliterated them. How strange that a few years later came the steam and gas propelled automobiles! I well recall that every few days I traded two 3c stamps for a new novel and a stick of candy at a certain news stand, (wonder where I got the stamps). There was nothing much to sharpen a kid's wits in those days, and I wonder that so many successful business men developed from our gang. I remember one time that I desired a sling shot but couldn't raise the price of the 10c rubbers. I did have a Velocipede with one decrepit wheel, however, so I offered it to "Ted" Joslyn for a sling shot of which he had several; not wishing to take "advantage" of a poor kid like me, he offered me two, but I would take only one. McHenry County Fair The high light each year was the "Great McHenry County Fair." I recall the visit (I think it was in 1884) of the "Black Eagle," General John A. Logan, vice-presidential candidate. This visit to our fair was due to the influence of an old army friend of the General, A. S. Wright, who was then Secretary of the Fair Association. I doubt if there has been as large a crowd in Woodstock since that day. Political Rallys The Blaine and Logan and Cleveland and Hendricks campaign of the same year afforded us considerable excitement, what with great rallys, speech making and long torch light processions, and bountiful barbeques in the park, prepared, by George Bachman as chef, and "Pinstone" as helper and "entertainer," so-to-speak. Many men expressed their affiliation to one party or the other by wearing, instead of the small buttons used today, a regular brass sign about half inch high with letters cut out for a full name Cleveland or Blaine. I obtained a Blaine sign somehow, hence was a Republican, but soon traded with Bill Adams or "Snooks" Medlar for a Cleveland badge because it appeared more showy to me. If my venerable grandfather, Neill Donnelly, an hereditary and consistent Democrat along with Richard Bishop, who held the party together for many hopeless years, could have lived a few months longer to know that at last the Democratic party had elected a president, how happy he would have been. Recalls School Days I was going to write about the class I accompanied through school, but I guess the least said about that the better. There were eight "Charlies" in the class as well as many other "play boys," most of whom made life miserable lor the teachers. The morale of the school was very good except one year when we had a principal, who had only two fingers on his right hand and who wore a pair of carpet slippers and a long brown dressing gown during school hours. Two teachers came from his part of the country, it was reported, and riot raged in their rooms most of the time. The three werA missing the next year. In passing I want to pay a tribute of love and affection to the memory of two noble women, Alice Blakeslee and Jennie Schryver, who were the best teachers I ever studied under. They were patient, kindly, and thorough in their work, and were sweet, lovable women. Shortly before our fire, "Heme" Ringland, Earl Murphy, Frank Medlar, "Dad" Giles, and several others including a couple of girls, left for Cary, where a boat which the boys had built, had been teamed to the river by Pat Muldoon. The bunch spent the night in the water tank house and next morning intended to embark for New Orleans. Before morning, however, the irate fathers arrived, smashed the boat, and thus another voyage of discovery was nipped in the bud. Notable Fires In the early 80's there were several mysterious fires in the business district—three in the Stafford building and three in the old Phoenix (now Kellogg) block, the latter being completely gutted twice. In 1886 the old brewery was completely destroyed by fire and the fine new brewery burned in 1902. I cannot place definitely the date of the "Rat Hole" fire (probably '85 or '86) which cleaned out old buildings from the State Bank corner to Stafford's store, including the Universalist church. This event made possible the partial building of a better Woodstock for it was a good riddance of a great eye sore. The only fire fighting equipment was the big Button Hand Power engine which required about 40 or 50 men to work it properly and it was a hard matter to induce enough volunteers to man the brakes. At one fire Judge Joslyn, then mayor, ordered several arrested for refusing to pump. This was the same engine, about which, after it had been useless at a recent fire, a certain alderman proposed a resolution in the City Council: "That 30 days before each fire the engine be tested and put in good working condition." The water supply was pumped by wind-mills from wells into three enormous tanks, two on Calhoun street and one on Throop street; several cisterns located in residential sections and two in the park were filled through hose stretched on the streets. Any large fire exhausted the available supply of water and it took days to replenish it. How different from simply attaching hose to a fire plug as is done in these days. But don't forget that the old firemen with their hand pumper fought and controlled some very bad fires. Another blessing to Woodstock was the destruction by fire (about '90 or '91) of most of Main Street except Stone Shoe Store, which finally vacated the best business lot in the city through fire last year. Woodstock Still "Home" Those readers who remember Judge Joslyn will recall his determination to do anything he set out to do, and should thank him for the City Hall and Opera House which he built, in spite of the great opposition of the tax payers, when he was mayor about 1889. Otherwise you would still be going to "Murphy's Hall" to attend shows and lectures in all probability. The same might be said about A. K. Bunker, the leader of the committee, who raised the money for the Pump Factory which was built about 1890 and later developed into the great Oliver Plant which more than doubled the population and brought great prosperity to all for many years. For this my dear friend, John Whitworth, was largely responsible, as the plant would have left town on at least one occasion were it not for his influence with Lawrence Williams, the president, not to consider offers from other cities for removal of the plant. I have driven through hundreds of towns between Asheville, Washington and Chicago several times and I have never seen a small town more attractive than Woodstock when last I was there three years ago. It is well kept and looks prosperous and alive and is inhabited by a friendly, loving people. Had not the illneSS of Mrs. Dacy made it necessary to move to this climate, I would be gracefully growing old in dear old Woodstock with my two fine sons associated in the lumber yard. C. F. DACY, Asheville, N. C. Two Picnic Scenes in a Greenwood Woodlot About 25 Years Ago [photo] Woodstock citizens enjoying a happy day in the woods. How many of them can you name? Lettie Cummins [photo], Early Teacher Here Sends Felicitations LETTIE CUMMINS HAYES Denver, Colo. Dear Friends: I have many pleasant recollections of my school days in Woodstock, and having taught in the public school for eight consecutive years, beginning September, 1876, there are many of my former pupils who may be interested in knowing that I am "hale and hearty," although I passed my eightieth birthday last November, 1936, "Age is a quality of mind," and the best test of age is our habit of thought. It is with pleasure that I recall the names of Chas. F. Renich and Chas. A. Lemmers, both former pupils of mine, and of high standing, as their present responsibility testifies. To all my friends I send greetings. May the years deal kindly with you! Sincerely, LETTIE CUMMINS HAYES. 1320 East 25th Ave., Denver, Colo. Bessie Murphey Sends Greetings From Atlanta. Atlanta, Ga. Aug. 3, 1936. Editor The Sentinel: Woodstock! What memories it recalls! Father's old store, where a telephone girl in the back could listen in on politics and acquire a taste for it that lasted; the old school house, with the long horse block in front for the girls to sit on and gossip until the last bell rang; the old pump and the cups that hung by a chain (no germs in those days.) Then the Congregational church, with its Reed pipe organ, and when the Todd boys came to church we had a full choir. Along came a dream that materialized into a parsonage, new church with beautiful windows, one by Mrs. Joslyn's class of boys, a pipe organ, too, and as lovely as if one a much larger scale. All the girls and boys who had "gym" in the old armory under Rev. Roy B. Guild, thank him for the good times we had there. I know I could do the wand drill now and swing Indian clubs, though his large black ones quite out-shone ours in his fancy exhibitions. Picnics, swims and camping at Crystal Lake made up the crowd's growing years. I wonder yet if I helped with the dishes enough for my share when the boys arrived on moonlight nights and the lake beckoned. How glad we were that "Ma" Wright had only one good ear and agreed to lie on it to sleep! We have visited the Shermans in California many times since and always begin where we left off, even though Lynn has been grandpa three times and Cliff has a tall daughter who also will never know exactly how "The Bird on Nellie's Hat" should be sung. As they took us to the lovely mausoleum in Glendale last June and we saw "Ma" Sherman's grave, my mind went back to many orchestra rehearsals at her apartment and how it felt like home always to us all. One can never forget "Pinafore" under Johnny Carroll, with its many rehearsals and thrills. The stars on Broadway never had more. Then Forty-Five Minutes From Broadway under Clint Jones and the Ladies' minstrels. I never hear Little Cotton Dolly, but I see again the little nigger doll in a high chair that rolled his eyes as we sang, nor hear the "Glow Worm" but I hear, as plain as day, Winnie Curtis, lovely contralto, in the obligato. Years have flown, but no matter where I live I realize you belong to your home town as you do to your mother. She is yours if sorrow comes and her pride, if you are successful, doubles your joy. I wonder if Woodstock old-timers realize what a comfort they are? We know you are still there to make it seem like home and we gladly return whenever life grants us the privilege. BESSIE MURPHEY ALLEN. The Oliver Typewriter Fire Department 30 Years Ago [photo] (Continued on Page 4) PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition ROBERT H. GILLMORE, SON OF OLD JUDGE, TELLS Of BOYHOOD Dear Friends:' It's very pleasant to look back at Woodstock through "the golden haze of bygone days," but it is quite another thing to say any part of what you see, when you want to put it on paper. Those school days with Miss Frey, Miss Fillmore, Miss Young, Miss McDowell, Miss Renich, and Mr. Hart and Mr. Churchill (for the latter was something of a playground supervisor) "Beanie" Bunker and "Dutch" Richards, "Dutch" Joorfetz and "Hank" Hoesley, Leslie Stone and George Hyde, Elmer Gibson, Dale Floyd and George Vermilya, Floyd Woodard and Alfred Holmgren—what a bunch! And the battles to keep the class flag flying at the top of the old school house tower. And pom-pom pull-away in the back yard. And finally the baseball and football games with Beloit and Lake Geneva and Elgin ond Rochelle. And the,wrath of Vinita Lemmers when the music teacher called her "Veniter." The struggles of Miss Orr to instill an appreciation of the language we are supposed to use daily; Emma Witwen, who endeavored nobly to innoculate the class with German and Latin, after Luverne Cutting had passed to other fields. Charley Barnes and his silk hat, and his chestnut team, and his red Rambler, the race between Barnes in his Rambler and Olson in his Winton with "Perce" Barnes crouching on the running board giving it "body English." Our old family clock "out in California" has the initials "M. S. 1896" inside the lid, recording a cleaning and repair job at the skillful hand of "Yankee" Sherman. And Cliff, now leading the Los Angeles Shrine band and Lynn helping him toot on big occasions. Dr. Doolittle (the younger) coming to the house on the corner, where the Lutheran parsonage now stands, in the snowy wintry weather; Elder Hay and his wealth of kindly suggestion and consolation. Mother answering the phone and saying: "No, this is not Father Gilmartin's, this is Father Gillmore's!" Aggie Quinlan singing "Annie Laurie." Judge Gillmore speaking on public occasions. Frank Belcher blowing the Company G bugle. Captain Field, Lieutenant Miner; the roar of ground arms when drill was being held at the old armory. Riding our bicycles to Crystal Lake to swim. George Hoy pulling fish off the set lines and telling the other boats what great fishing he was having. Mr. Merton feeling for the money on his candy counter. Squire Lindsay, the Knapps, the Fred Perkins, the Desmonds, Will Wire, county superintendent of schools: Earl Ellsworth winning the bicycle races; George Dacy in the first pair of track pants to appear in McHenry cqunty. And finally memory vividly brings back a certain night in January, 1918 when the Murphy hall was as cold as the sub-zero weather outside and one pane of glass was missing from the top of one of the front windows, all to the vast discomfort of an Entered Apprentice Mason. Those are some of the memories. M. D. Hoy and Mrs. Hoy, T. McD. Richards; Dr. Anderson, Rev. Sunderlin—they keep coming and they would go on all day—Mrs. McConnell, Lena McConnell, Will and his Shepard dogs, Susie Sinclair McConnell, the Kimball girls, "Lish" Austin, Bart Austin, John Stafford, then Frank and Susie Streets went to Oregon and Elmer and Mrs. Bagley; and there were the Murphey twins, and Mrs. Kindt and Mary and Louise and "Bill Scharnau" and the Zimpelmans. And were you there, Charley, when the brewery burned down? or the Rabbitry? Do you remember how we burned the new electric lights all night before they would get the meter in? And old Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, the old negro couple out near the Fair Grounds. And Fanny Belle Greenwood. Casa De Paga Gold Mining company, Chauncey Hill and "Tan Tan." Charley Lemmers and the old Sentinel and the McHenry County Republican. Charley Lemmers singing in the choir. And Whittleton and Walsh and the Harvard Herald, and Mallory of Crystal Lake. What an old home week! ROBERT H. GILLMORE. Niece of "Corporal Jack" Darrell Sends Greetings. Dear Editor: I am writing in response to your request for a brief article about my family as a contribution to the special edition of your paper. Permit me to say that I never appreciated the valuable service of a local paper to a community as I did when I visited your office seeking information about events which happened in the lives of members of my family before I was born. I am the great-granddaughter of Bela Darrell and Matilda Baird Darrell and the niece of Bela, Charles, Henry, and "Corporal Jack" Darrel, whose memory I found green and treasured in the minds and hearts of many of his townsmen still living. My knowledge of the early history of my family is incomplete due to the loss of family records. The Darrell family migrated to Illinois in the '50s, paused briefly in Chicago and settled in McHenry county, where they lived, worked, enlisted in the Civil war, died and where they rest in the beautiful little cemetery. Many of the graves are marked by the Legion's flag of service. A family tradition is that my grandfather, coming home one day early in the period of the Civil war, said: "Mother, Abe Lincoln is calling for volunteers. The boys and I must go." Grandmother replied, "But, Father, aren't you past military age?" Grandfather blazed: "That makes no difference. I can volunteer." As he went out of that little home with three of his sons, he turned to the youngest son, 16 years of age, and said, "Jack, you stay home and take care of mother and the girls." Jack stayed home two days; then he drove the team to town and tied them to a post in front of the court house and rushed away to join his father and brothers, lied about his age and got into the war. He was made a bugler and continued to the end of the war. It is said that he was always called upon to play the bugle at the reunions and that several governors of the state had congratulated him upon his bugling. One of the uncles was captured by the Confederates and spent several months in Libby prison. When he was furloughed home he walked around to the rear of the cottage where his mother was working in her garden. He remained silent. She looked up, did not recognize this grey, emaciated, middle-aged appearing man. She asked, "what can I do for you?" He answered, "Mother, don't you know your own son ?" She cried out and almost fainted. The story of my family suggests the life and struggles and hardships pf the pioneers who grubbed the trees, drained the swamps, conquered the soil, built the roads, homes, schools and churches and made possible our comfortable, secure living. One of the brothers lost his life soon after the war from shipwreck and freezing on the lake. Another lost his life in a railroad accident. My grandfather was helping a contractor move a building. Thinking that the jack screws needed adjusting, he went under the building. The screws slipped and he was crushed. Your editor remembers seeing his body as it was brought into the court house. One of the daughters married James Cushman Breslau, a war artist, and spent several years on the stage playing Shakespearian and tragedy parts. After Mr. Breslau's death she married James A. Fair, theatrical manager and later with the Chicago Tribune. This was my mother, and mother of Clarice Breslau Botay. One of "Corporal Jack's" sons resides in Eldon, Missouri—-Alex Darrell; another is a distinguished chemist in Philadelphia, Penn. The daughters—Anna, Bertha and Mabel—married respectively, Edward Haffner. Hawthorne, Calif.; C. M. Blethen, Long Beach, Calif., and another, Bertha, died a few years ago. Mrs. Miriam Howell, of Woodstock, is one of the granddaughters. The family was marked by vital, joyous, active, kindly living, profound patriotism, humor and kindliness, combined with an irrepressible zest for fun. I felt a sense of affection, pride, and kinship in Woodstock. Mv family was fairly typical of the vigorous pioneer stock. I deeply appreciated the quiet kindliness tho Woodstock people extended to me on the occasion of my recent visit when I came to be with my sister, Mrs. Clarice Breslau Botay, for 50 years a resident and friendly neighbor in the Twin Lakes section. Very truly yours, GERTRUDE BRESLAU FULLER. Assistant Director the State Museum of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg. A Bevy of Feminine Beauties in Former Years [photo] Top row: Bessie Wiley Clark, Emma Flavin Huntzinger, Edith Johnston, Katherine Bolger, Ruth Lee McCauley, Lulu Medlar. Bottom row: Maud Hanaford, Kate Sullivan, Edith Kirk, Bessie Wright Copeland, Lizzie Sullivan. MEMORIES OF WOODSTOCK BY AN OLD TIME By MORNA A. MUMF0RD "Beauty and knowledge and faith Constancy, love and truth—These are a few of the Gods I worshiped in my youth. What,after years do I love After busy years passing o'er? Beauty and knowledge and truth And the friends that I loved before." It seems to me that no child could ask for a pleasanter environment in which to grow up than the pleasant, patriotic hospitable, cultured, friendly little city of Woodstock as I knew it. Though its sidewalks were of wood and its streets, in the rainy season, like the bottomless pit, it was always beautiful to me. The park, with its fountain, was my especial pride. Nor did I then deem it possible that anything, anywhere, could outshine the glories of the McHenry county fair. Can any of the old-timers ever forget how everyone who owned any sort of a horse-driven vehicle, washed and maybe painted it, polished his harness and brushed and curried his horses down to the last shiny hair jtp make his outfit presentable for the annual Decoration Day parade to the cemetery. And how unconsciously proud we all were when the city hall was built. We called it the "opera house" then. Of the notables who visited our town and spoke in our "opera house" I recall Oglesby, Fifer, Alschuler, Frances Willard, Gunsaulus, Tanner, the latter because of a claim he made that he could trace his ancestry back to Bible times, proving it by citing this verse,—"and he tarried many days in Jappa in the house of one Simon A. Tanner." Among my first tastes of social life was attendance at what was then called "The Literary." Mrs. M. L. Josjyn," I recall, was one of the leaders and it met at the larger homes one evening each week. It was well attended and a fine thing for us all. It gave us young sprouts a chance to air such talents as we had and also to listen to the wisdom pf our elders. And always one of my greatest pleasures was listening to the sweet voice of Agnes Quinlan. To this day I can even remember the words of several of her songs, always well selected. Later came the Monday evening Literature club at Judge Smiley's, the noble work of the women of the Penny Mite society, the merry "Ugo Igo" card club, the W. C. T. U., the chrysanthemum show at the opera house, the week of the teacher's institute at the old school house on South street. What a gala time that was! Always winding up with a program the last evening. My recollections of the old home town are unusually pleasant—vivid memories of a people who loved social life, books, music, pictures, trees and bright gardens. The one sad remembrance of the old home town is the fact that the ranks of the precious old-time friends, neighbors and teachers are thinning fast. How we miss them! Those faithful ones who neyer once failed in loyalty to their friends or their convictions, who steadfastly lived up to and cherished their ideals. "As when the Wise Men From the East afar Followed the guidance Of the radiant star. "Perhaps the star that guided them Across the fields of Bethlehem Will lead us on from day to day And shed its light upon our way—"Till pur enchanted eyes shall see The glory of the King And our enraptured ears shall hear The harps of heaven ring." MORNA A. MUMFORD. Cliff V. Sherman Recalls Days Of Orchestra Work. Los Angeles, Calif. Greetings! In answer to your letter asking for a few incidents of early days in Woodstock, will say that about the first event that I can remember is having my curl's cut off just 50 years ago by Henry Schneider, and the last time I was in Woodstock I saw him standing at the same location, bless his soul, I hope he is still living. In 1885 my father built the home on Washington street now called the Conley place and when I was eight years old my father taught me to play the picolo and at the age of nine I was playing with the Spring City band. Walter Wheeler heard me playing one night when the band was practising and asked me to join. At the age of 13 I studied clarinet with Prof. Slocum, of Harvard, a very fine musician and leader of Slocum's orchestra. I also studied piano with Stella Jones (Mrs. Geo. Lemmers) and violin with Agnes Quinlan and I owe a great deal of my success to these two ladies. In fact, it was their musical training that started me on my way and later took me with musical organizations to Cuba, Hawaiian Islands, Mexico. Alaska, Canada, and into almost every state in the Union. Father built the Sherman building, now the State Bank building, in 1893, and, as you know, Sherman's jewelry store was a landmark in Woodstock from 1866 to 1910, when we moved to Los Angeles. It seems to me that I can remember an old Indian cigar sign (life size), about 1885, belonging to Chas. Renich's father, but I am not sure as to ownership. I have pictures of our family taken by John Medlar, Herb Medlar's father, up in the Hoy block. Also recall when they hung Dacy, a Chicago man, and also of Debs being in jail and the night he went free and the Chicago crowd came out with a band and paraded around the square in the mud. How many remember the old stage in Murphy's hall before the city hall opera house was built? And Chas. Lemmers singing in the "Mikado," also Clint Jones and his home talent shows and "Pinafore" opera, Johnny Carroll leading the band. It's no use, I must, stop, as I could fill your whole paper, so use any part of the above, I am now on my vacation—last week in the Yosemite and leaving tonight for Catalina Island. Very truly yours, CLIFF V. SHERMAN-Assistant director greatest Shrine band in the world. Thev Put On Many Gay Parties In Woodstock Thirty-five and More Years Ago [photo] This group of girls had a part in a Chrysanthemum Show, an annual event, in the period about 1900. Top row—Edith Murphy, Katharine Renich, Esther Herlugson, Belle Hart, Grace Arnold, Bertha' Walters, Clara Richards, Erie Primm. Bottom row—Alice Hughes, Ethel Nottingham, Emma Shearer, Neva Jones, Alice Hart, Belle Allen, Alice Bunker. A Group of Woodstock Social Leaders 35 Years Ago [photo] Standing, left to right—Mrs. F. W. Streets and daughter, O. G. Mead, Mrs. and Mr. George H. Hooker. Seated—Elmer E. Bagley, Mrs. F. A. Daniels, Miss Belle Furer, Frank H. Belcher, Mrs. E. E. Bagley, Miss Grace Parsons, Clifford Hooker, Frank A. Daniels, Frank W. Streets. Post Office Employees Enjoy Annual Picnic [photo] Back in the days 30 or more years ago the Woodstock post office employees had an annual picnic, which was held on Labor day each year, usually in Mason's woods east of town and was the occasion for much fun and jollity. Sons of Veterans Camp Members in 1892 [photo] Top row: Clinton Jones, Robert Eckert, John H. Higgins, Chas. F. Renich, Frank Roe, John Eckert, Frank Holcomb, Bottom row: Orsemus Dickerson, O. G. Mead, W. D. Freestone, J. A. Cowlin, Edgar Still. John M. Burbank Writes Old Timers From St. Paul. Dear Charles: I received your letter some time ago and note that you are planning to compile an 80th anniversary number. The Woodstock Sentinel was started about the time the firm I have been connected with was started as an Indian trading post. It has been a great many years since I left Woodstock, but it seems but a short period back to the time when I was living on the farm just south of the present city limits on Huntley road. This farm at one time was used as a Fair grounds and as a boy the outline of the race track could be traced in the growing grain. I suppose being packed caused it to affect the fertility of the soil. I was present at the burning of the Waverly house and the "Rat Hole," which stood on the east side of the square about where the Jewett bank now stands. The old side-sweep fire engine seemed to work pretty hard after a few minutes of pumping. The Hobart addition, which was opened up about the time, the 'Oliver.' typewriter came to town, was all farmland and I helped my father work a good deal of this property for Mr. Hobart. Among the fond memories is the Little Cyclone band, of which Walter Wheeler was leader. Some of the original members are still living in Woodstock, among whom are Willard Sherman and Dr. Besley. This band played for the county political rallies at the time the Independents were trying to oust the ring, which I believe was supposed to have consisted of Judge Donnelly, A. S. Wright and L. T. Hoy. The band showed no partiality and was willing to work for either side. I left Woodstock in 1898 with Company "G" and haven't lived there since, but always enjoy the occasional stop-overs I am able to take when on business trips. I wish The Sentinel the best of good-luck for the next 80 years. The past 80 years have been very interesting and can see no reason why the next shouldn't be. Yours very truly, J. M. BURBANK, St. Paul, Minn. Floyd F. Field Remembers Days Of Lyman S. Page Dunning, Nebraska. Dear Mr. Renich: First I must ask you to pardon my tardiness. My health is now at low ebb and at these times I am some- what neglectful, but I trust I am not too late. Your letter and invitation gave me somewhat of a thrill and brought back pleasant memories. Your father, I remember well in his cigar store. The staff on your paper, I recall all of them, but some of the names will not return with the faces—Murphy, Tom Russell, etc. My first sight of Woodstock was as a boy of 18 years. I came from Elk Grove to stay with my brothers. My first employment was mail carrier, bringing the mail from the depot down town. Soon I was accepted as baggage man, working for Lyman S. Page. Pleasant memories surround this. At the time of the Chicago fire, we were given orders to take siding there. The excitement of it is still vivid in my memory. Letters from my people left in your city—Ethel Greenleaf and Ed Field-tell me how things have changed and make me wish I could return. I have a nice home here and a nice family, but I do so much enjoy hearing from folks back there. I wish you much success with ypur paper and thank you for the invitation to join. Very truly, FLOYD H. FIELD. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Page Five OTTO E. SEILER Dear Charlie: The first thing that flashed through my mind when your letter arrived about the 80th anniversary edition of The Woodstock Sentinel was the daily special edition that the Sentinel published during the McHenry county fair week. As a little fellow it was my first contact with a newspaper office, when a large group of boys gathered at The Sentinel headquarters—then on the third floor above Hoy's drug Store—and carried the papers all over town and the fair grounds, too. For this we received free admission to the fair, which was a tremendous thrill. A great deal of fun has been made of county fairs, but as I look back they served as great a purpose in their community as the present world's fairs do on a national and international scale. Later I was a printer's devil at the Old Volksblatt, started, I believe, by your father, and there I fed press to the old hand-turned machine and on one or two occasions upset part of the type which made the paper come out a day late. I have noticed in past years, having been in various departments of great metropolitan newspapers, such as the Chicago Tribune and the Daily News, how almost unchanged is the atmosphere and character at the present time of these modern news gathering and composing rooms from that of the old Woodstock Sentinel. Old Football Days. One of my earliest recollections is that of the old pump factory. Its space was later occupied by the Oliver Typewriter company, which is now the home of the Alemite company. Just the other day I was in an office and it took me back a good many years when I saw an Oliver still in use. We played football where the Woodstock Typewriter company now stands and on that same field in the late '90s and early 1900s the old Woodstock town team, composed in part of Dr. Cutteridge, Del Olmstead, Rev Roy B. Guild, Ed Losee, George Murphy and Clyde Miner, played teams from Chicago, particularly one made up of employees of Marshall Field & Company. These games were played on Thanksgiving day and the excitement was as tense throughout the town as it is now on the university campus at homecoming time. Auto Race. In 1905 referring again to the county fair one of the features in '05 was the mile race, twice around the track, between Judge Charles P. Barnes with his Rambler and A. J. Olson's Winton, called "Winnie." These cars had chain drives, the entrance was through a door in the back of the car by means of two steps from the ground, which were permanent equipment. These cars covered the full mile without any engine or tire trouble— in those days some accomplishment! The mention of automobiles recalls the first car in town, owned by Dr. Windmueller, a good Samaritan, if one ever lived. It was guided by a hand steering rod and a fire had to be lighted and steam generated, which took some time. Many a head was held a little higher for several days after the good doctor had given them a thrilling ride through the dusty streets at fifteen miles an hour. New Electric Lights. There were many things that happened, which, to me, and I know to others, were sensational, things which today we just take as commonplace and for granted. One evening I remember not being able to get home fast enough to announce all about the new electric street lights which replaced the old kerosene lamps on a post that Henry Schneider, later night watchman of the town, used to light with matches. When the electric sign up on the Murphy block, which read "Welcome Home" when Company G returned from the Spanish American war. That sign caused almost as much excitement as the actual return of the soldier boys themselves, and how proud everyone was of it! Electric lights and signs, automobiles, and all the rest of the mechanical developments of the machine age since the turn of the century are now commonplace and the younger generation perhaps wonder what their mothers and fathers did when they were younger and there were no movies, no radios nor paved roads and high-powered cars, nor even many modern bathrooms. Social life revolved very much around the church and school. Common interests for sociability developed such indelibly fine organizations as the Presbyterian church choir, composed, among others, of Letah Eckert, Mrs. MacFadden, Belle Lawrence, Sadie Murphy, Charles A. Lemmers, Ben Anderson, Fremont Hoy. Months of practice and preparation were earnestly and gladly devoted to the annual chrysanthemum show. It was not so much an exhibit of flowers as it was a show of the varied talents of young and old; and what a meal was served, prepared by a goodly percentage of the mothers and daughters in the town! Some Old Memories. No doubt an ice cream social is now only a memory, but it was a gala occasion when some spacious lawn was set up with tables and chairs, Chinese lanterns were stretched between the trees, and ice cream—usually imported—and cake were served to all comers by the industrious ladies who the next Sunday turned over $10 or $15 to some worthy fund. But, at and between the tables, and later on when the dishes were washed and all the cleaning up was done, some vociferous and lusty conversations took place. There was no ice cream parlor in town at the time and when they came it spelled doom of the ice cream social and a part of the social life of that time. Sunday School Picnics. What fun it was to go to Crystal Lake for the annual Sunday-school picnic in a horse-drawn bus. It was an event anxiously awaited from year to year, and incidentally, it took about an hour and a half each way to cover that nine miles. Then there were bob-sleigh rides out to a place like Desmond's farm in Hartland township, with an oyster stew ready when we got there, and then the seven-mile ride back singing the popular songs of the day like "In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree." These events were as thrilling to us then as the movies or a cabaret is today. And do they still have high school musicals made up of piano solos and duets and readings at the admission of 10 cents? It seems a very far reach back to he old torchlight parades in the famous campaign of William McKinley against William Jennings Bryan, with free silver the vital issue. I was small enough so that "Vint" Lumley, in a suit of gold-colored cloth, with little Guy Mills, in a silver suit, thrilled and fascinated me and was I just a bit envious of Guy, even though he was older—but the Algonquin Indians, who marched in the parade with big Charlie Wandrack among them, frightened me quite a bit. A Changing Country. It has been refreshing to ramble on about those old days of my boyhood and to have had in this pleasant hour a panoramic view of a changing country, because Woodstock was then and is now, a typical American town with all the durable qualities and deals that have made us the predominating nation in all history. I am not opposed to change, but I still have a boyish and home-town loyalty for the Northwestern railroad and have never forgiven them for changing the color of their cars from brilliant yellow to the ugly frog green of the present time. But we need never fear about our future and the changes that may naturally and logically come to us as a people, if not forced upon us, if we retain that indelible fineness of character and spirit that predominated the citizens of Woodstock of years ago— just a small town in a vast civilization, but in these innumerable Main streets is the heart and soul of America, which epitomizes the heart throbs of our civilization. It must be a satisfaction to you Charlie, to know what a far-reaching factor the Woodstock Sentinel has been down through the years in every phase of the life of that community. Sincerely yours, OTTO E. SEILER. Gertrude Southworth, Brings Back Memories Of Days Long Ago. Alden House Apts., Larchmont, N. Y. My Dear Mr. Renich: Your letter asking me to participate in the 80th anniversary issue of The Sentinel has been received, and while I am not prepared at this time to tender any valuable service, I do want to assure you of my deep interest which is the more sincere since it lates back to the early days of The Sentinel, when my father, G. S. Southworth, was its owner and publisher. I congratulate The Sentinel for its many years of service to the residents of McHenry county and to you, who it this time are shouldering its responsibilities, bringing to the former residents of the county much that will be of interest. You and I shared the many advantages which the Woodstock High School offered and I retain many happy memories of that period of my life. I wish you all success always. Cordially, (Mrs.) Gertrude Southworth Young HENRY KEYES [photo] Served one term as County Treasurer and one term as Sheriff. His home was at Algonquin. Mr. Keyes was very prominent in the political affairs of the county in the late nineties. MESSAGES FROM EDITORS, SENATORS, OTHER PUBLIC MEN (Continued from page one) CHICAGO DAILY NEWS TELEGRAM As one of your fellow publishers of Illinois I am happy indeed to send you my most cordial felicitations on the occasion of the observance of the Eightieth Anniversary Edition of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel. It must be a source of considerable pride to you to have conducted the affairs of this important publication through thirty of its eighty years of life. May you have many more years of usefulness in the future. FRANK KNOX, Publisher Chicago Daily News. THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE Dear Mr. Renich: It gives me great pleasure to extend congratulations, personally and on behalf of the Tribune, to you and the Daily Sentinel on the occasion of your eightieth anniversary edition, particularly because my grandfather and the founders of the Sentinel fought a common cause in opposing slavery. ' The ability pf any newspaper to survive and prosper for any considerable period of time depends on the service which it renders the community which supports it. Your eightieth anniversary you may take as a testimonial to the services which the Sentinel has rendered. It is my wish that the Sentinel may continue for many more years under your direction to serve McHenry county and prosper with it. Yours sincerely, ROBERT R. McCORMICK. WILLIAM H. STUART "Heard and Seen" Chicago American. To the Woodstock Daily Sentinel, its editor and publisher, Charles F. Renich, and the members of the organization, I beg leave to extend my most cordial congratulations and best wishes upon the occasion of the eightieth anniversary of the publication. That the paper has stood through the stress and storms of 80 years speaks for itself probably more eloquently and impressively than anything that writer or orator could say. In truth it is a Sentinel, a tried and true American sentinel, always protecting the fundamental laws and highest traditions of our Republic. It was founded in 1856 "to oppose slavrery and its extension." It stood with Abraham Lincoln on that issue and on all issues in the cause of equal opportunity, a square deal, for persons in general. It has been more than a Sentinel. It has been a beacon dispelling the mists of evil propaganda and enabling the people to see things in their true light. It has led in McHenry county, as fine an American community as exists anywhere in the land. Illinois has good reason to be proud of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel and the clear thinking, square dealing people of McHenry county. More power to the guiding genius of this newspaper, which has kept the faith, the faith of the founders, through eighty years! That such a newspaper, such a community, exist, gives hope and inspiration in this day when men are apt to become cynical and discouraged. Very sincerely, WILLIAM H. STUART. CHAUNCEY W. REED Congressman 11th Dist., Illinois. My Dear Mr. Renich: Conceived in a critical period of our nation's history, the Woodstock Sentinel has, for the enlightenment of its readers, faithfully recorded the stirring events of over half of the present lifetime of this republic. Three times it has heard our government call its young men to defend national honor with their lives. It has seen these young men, many of them mere boys, march away with all the glamour and enthusiasm of youth. It has sorrowfully recorded the names of those who never returned. It has seen one by one, seventeen men elevated to the highest position of honor within the gift of the American people. Thrice it has solemnly conveyed the startling news to its stunned and sorrowing readers that the ruthless hand of the assassin had taken from them their President. It saw Chicago devastated and destroyed by conflagration and then miraculously rebuilt to become the fourth largest city in the world. It saw this mighty nation grow from 31 states and a population of twenty-seven million people to 48 states with a population of one hundred twenty-eight million souls. This must indeed be a happy occasion for you, Mr. Renich. to have been privileged ror tnree decades to guide the destinies and policies of a newspaper which has served the people of McHenry county so faithfully and so long. As Representative in Congress of the people of the Eleventh Congressional District of the State of Illinois, may I hasten to extend to you and to the Woodstock Daily Sentinel my sincere congratulations. Very sincerely yours, CHAUNCEY W. REED, M. C. J. C. Pierce and Company Furniture and Undertaking. Entrances, Main and Benton Streets. Phones: Business 3 Residence 176. We Congratulate You Woodstock Sentinel on Your 80th Anniversary. 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WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition Page Six WILL START WORK ON NEW HOSPITAL IN EARLY SPRING WOODSTOCK'S NEW HOSPITAL BUILDING Architect's conception of how the new hospital will appear when completed. [DRAWING] Money Ready for $65,000 Plant. Woodstock's proposed new public hospital is attracting attention beyond the confines of this city. In a recent issue of the Chicago Tribune quite a story appeared covering this subject. Within the next six months it is hoped the new hospital will be completed and ready for occupancy. It is expected that as soon as spring breaks work will be underway. Frederick Hodgdon of Barrington is the architect and the plans have been completed and approved. On this page appears a picture to show what the new hospital will look like. Old Hospital Commended. It should not be misunderstood, Woodstock has had a hospital for many years which has done splendid work for the community, but it has proven far too small and inadequate to meet the demands placed on it for service. The city hospital board was first organized under a charter dated Jan. 9, 1914, and its first directors were Rev. William Kilburne, John J. Stafford, F. A. Daniels, A. J. Olson, Drs. E. Windmueller, J. E. Guy, A. B. Smith, H. M. Francis, H. C. Thon, N. L. Seelye, C. F. Baccus and Hyde West. The first officers were: President—Rev. Kilburne. Secretary—Dr. West. Treasurer—F. A. Daniels. Presidents who have served were Rev. Kilburne, John R. Kellogg, Frank A. Daniels, Rev. N. A. Sunderlin, Floyd E. Eckert and Rev. Roger C. Kaufman. The latter is the present incumbent and has served from 1921 to 1931 and from 1935 until now. The old hospital began operations at its present location on January 4, 1915. Present Board Members. The present members of the hospital board are Rev. R. C. Kaufman, president; Mrs. Harriet Bigelow, vice president; Mrs. Florence M. Lounsbury, secretary; F. V. Giesselbrecht, treasurer, and Miss Boeck, Drs. O. W. McClusky, O. E. Nelson, Henry W. Sandeen, A. S. Romberger, Glenn E. Wright, T. F. Forrest, Mrs. McClusky, E. M. Phillips, Mayor William R. Burns, and W. J. Colahan, superintendent of schools. The new building will be one of beauty and service as can be seen from the picture which appears on this page of the Daily Sentinel. The building will be in the form of a cross. The main part of the new building will run north and south with two wings, one on the east and the other on the west. The south end of the main part of the building will connect with the present hospital building. Gift of Mrs. Bentley. The citizens of Woodstock can be grateful to Mrs. George Bentley for this new building. It was a $50,000 bequest from the will of Mrs. Bentley which is making possible this new structure. The $50,000 really comes from the estate of the late Dr. George Bentley of Pasadena, Calif., because of a clause in his will that requests his widow at her death make the $50,000 bequest to the local hospital. Dr. Bentley was born and reared in Woodstock. He was one of the city's most highly respected citizens. He made his home in California during the late years of his life prior to his death. By the terms of the will of Mrs. Bentley all of the $50,000 must be used for the erection of a new building and no part whatsoever can be used for repairs on the old building or for the purchase of new equipment, of any kind. It is for that reason that the new building is being erected entirely from the $50,000 bequeathed. With this sum of money the hospital board and the architect feel confident that a building to accommodate all of the needs of this community and surrounding vicinity in general can be constructed. Plans For the Building. Plans for the new building call for two stories over all of the building, with a third story over part of the north and south part. The third story will be used exclusively as an operating and sterilizing room. An elevator will be installed. The remainder of the building will be used for rooms. When the new building is completed the hospital as a whole will have a 42 bed capacity. This is 20 more beds than the present hospital contains. Most of the rooms, will be large enough for two beds although a number of the rooms will be equipped with one bed only and will be of the private variety. Citizens Make Donations Funds for new equipment and for remodeling the hospital building will be procured in part from $12,000 available to the hospital from the Julia Herrington estate and in part from money donated by citizens of the community. Complete equipment for a room may be purchased for from $160 to $200, and six or seven rooms have already been promised. About $6,000 is still needed. "Right now," said Miss Clara E. Boeck, the superintendent, in a recent interview, "we are handicapped and have to make things do. We are short of space and turn away about twenty patients weekly, and we have neither an emergency room nor an elevator. Patients must be carried up to the second floor and into any room in the hospital because the doors are too small to admit of their being wheeled in. "We will have new beds, including a $400 delivery room bed, however, when the work is completed. All doorways and halls in the old building will be widened. We will have two new operating rooms in a penthouse, to be built, and about $2,600 will be spent for a new X-ray machine and another $1,000 for a laboratory. Other features which will be included in the new building are a pharmacy, new kitchen and dining room, an ambulance entrance, and an emergency room. There also will be private rooms for both doctors and nurses. The new fireproof building will be erected in front of the present structure, forcing the removal, to Miss Boeck's regret, of a number of fine old trees. It will run north and south, with wings at the east and west, and will be of two stories, except for the third floor operating room and sterilizing room over part of the second floor. Most of the rooms will be large enough for two beds, although there will be a number of private rooms with telephones. There also will be reception rooms on each of the first two floors, including one near the maternity room, Miss Boeck said, "for those waiting papas." Will Enlarge Staff. The present staff, which includes seven nurses, a janitor, a maid, a cook, and a secretary, will be enlarged by the addition of five nurses, an anesthetist, and an operating room superviser and laboratory technician, and three maids and a housekeeper. Miss Boeck has been in her present post for about a year. Most of the patients come from Woodstock itself or from the surrounding area, but a number are emergency patients brought in from auto accidents on the state road which passes through town. There have been as many, as eleven accident victims in a single night. To the $50,000 now available from the Bentley bequest, there will probably be a $50,000 addition, at least, since the terms of the will provide for the hospital receiving one-third of the estate's residue after all claims against it have been settled. This amount may be used for additional building or placed in a trust fund. In the latter case the interest from the fund is to go for expenses of charity cases. Rev. Kaufman, president of the hospital board and pastor of the Grace Lutheran church, regards the future of the institution with undisguised satisfaction. Solves City's Problem. "This new building will solve the problem for Woodstock for many years," he said, adding earnestly, "we think we'll have a nifty little hospital when it's done." When completed, the new hospital will be one of the finest in these parts. It is sure to attract much attention in McHenry county and the hospital board has had assurance from physicians in various parts of the county that they will be glad to bring their patients to Woodstock rather than to take them to other cities such as Waukegan, Elgin, and Belvidere." The people of Woodstock should not only pay tribute to the memory of Dr. Bentley and his good wife, and to the late Mrs. Julia Herrington, for their contributions, but also commend the present hospital board for the interest and hard work each and every member has put in during the past year or more in connection with this matter. These people have worked many hours in connection with this work and they believe they have arrived at the zero hour when the realization of a dream of many years is to come true. JOHN C. DARRELL [photo] "Corporal Jack," as he was known among Grand Army circles everywhere, was a baggage master on the old Woodstock Accomodation train to and from Chicago. That was back in the nineties, when this train was operated by Conductor Lyman S. Page, Engineer James Winters, Brakeman Jesse Austin and Express Messenger H. D. McLaughlin. Firemen we remember included Fred Brink. After Mr. Page's, death came Conductor James McCaffrey. As a bugler, "Corporal Jack" had no superior and in all parades and public affairs, especially political rallies, he took a prominent part. He was loved and respected by all. One of his daughters is Mrs. Edward A. Senger of this city. Mr. Darrell died March 11, 1913, aged 67 years. MEDLAR'S STUDIO Established in Woodstock in 1856 by John S. Medlar 80 Years of Service in This Community. Your Photographer. Most of the old time photographs reproduced in this edition were made by John S. Medlar in his day, while the later photos were made by his son, Herbert B. Medlar [photo]. Congratulations! Woodstock Sentinel on your 80th Anniversary. NATIONAL TEA CO. FOOD STORES Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK ILLINOIS JAMES ANDERSON FRAME [photo] Was the eldest son of the late Norman and Susannah (Sando) Frame. His parents came to Dorr township in 1846 and remained here until their deaths. Anderson, as he was best known, spent his younger years on his father's farm and later was engaged for many years in threshing grain for the farmers over a wide range of territory, in which he was assisted by his brother, Charles Burton Frame, William Nottingham and others, Anderson being the thresher interested in the power end of the game, whether it was horses or steam engine. Another brother was George William, formerly postmaster of Woodstock and dealer in gasoline and oils. About 1910 Mr. Frame and his wife migrated to Faith, Meade county, S. D., where he took,up a government claim and ultimately proved up on the same and where he passed away only a few years ago, after a long period of pioneering in that semi-arid region. As indicated by the photograph, Anderson Frame was somewhat foppish at times, always full of fun and a congenial companion and friend, and enjoyed hunting wild game. Mrs. Frame died in South Dakota, March 8. 1907. Their only daughter, Mrs. Elsie Corby, resides in Chicago. WILLIAM B. AUSTIN [PHOTO] MRS. W. B. AUSTIN[PHOTO] One of Woodstock's prominent citizens and implement dealers in tne last century, Mr. Austin's business location was on Washington street. He built the Austin flats. His home was the present home of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Shackell on Jackson street. Attorney E. W. Austin is a son and Mrs. Shackell a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Austin. FRED WIEDRICH [photo] Well known farmer, died Oct. 19, 1895, aged 50 years. His widow, Mrs. Mary Wiedrieh, still survives and lives with her daughter, Mrs. John Reynolds, on Tryon street. CHARLES DUFFIELD [photo] Brought up by his uncle Charles Duffield, who owned and lived on the Sando farm, south of Woodstock. He was a cousin of Mrs. A. J. Murphy. He farmed around Ridgefield and for several years was the tenant on the Lily Pond farm. His wife was a sister of Mrs. Edward Eddy, they had one daughter. They went West more than 20 years ago, where Mr. Duffield died a few years ago, aged over 80 years. JAMES DUFFIELD [PHOTO] was born in Nicholas county, West Virginia, on July 31, 1801. In 1834 he and his wife made the journey by covered wagon West. On reaching Chicago, Mr. Dufield considered settling on what is now in the heart of that city, but he decided that the soil was not good for farming, so he continued on to where he and several friends formed what was called "Virginia Settlement" in Dorr township. Later a post office was established, which they called "Elysian." A two-room log cabin was their first home. Later the first school in the county was held in this cabin. Over 85 years ago the Walkup brick school house was built, and Mr. Duffield helped plant the lovely trees which now surround this school yard. Church services were held regularly and nothing but illness or impassable roads kept them from attending services. Mr. Duffield was an ardent Republican and kept well posted on public affairs. He was always a farmer, and in later years was known to everyone as "Uncle Jim." In time he built a commodious home and often told that everything in its construction, except the McHenry brick, came off from his own land. There must have been a saw mill near by which turned his walnut and oak trees into lumber, as many of the timbers in the house and barn are of solid oak or walnut. He died in this home in 1885 as the result of injuries from a fall on the ice, at the age of 84 years. He is survived by his only child, Mrs. A. J. (Sadie) Murphy, who still ownes the old farm and home. GEORGE F. MILLS [photo] Prominent jeweler in Woodstock for many years. He was friendly and kindly to all. SUSIE K. (CHOATE) STREETS [photo] Was the eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John C. Choate, and was reared in Woodstock, where her sweet personality won for her the admiration of all who came within the circle of her acquaintance. Early in her young womanhood she became the wife of Frank W. Streets and bore him two lovely daughters. During all of her residence in Woodstock, Mrs. Streets was intimately associated with musical circles and for several years was a member of a quartet whose soprano was Mrs. Julia Sheldon and whose tenor was Alois Dreyer, Jr., and in this capacity she always delighted all hearers by the beautiful timbre of her voice, singing at various social functions and always meeting the expectations of the most severe critics. She was a graduate of the Woodstock High school in the class of 1879, which was one of the most conspicuous classes ever graduated from the school on account of the prominence of the parents of the members of the class. It is a pleasure to recall that the Other members of this class were Nellie Austin, Fannie Cooper, Jessie Eckert, Augusta Furer, Exa D. Hickox, May E. Munger, Julia C. Murphy, Frank H. Richards, Mary H. Whitney and Bessie Wilkie. The last few years of her life Mrs. Streets resided in the state of Oregon, where her husband became one of the leading business men after he sold his clothing store in Woodstock and moved his family to the coast, and where he pasesd away only a short time ago. She was a sister of Frank B. Choate and Flora and Emma Choate, all of whom have passed to fairer shores. Surely the memory of this good woman is fragrant to all who knew her during her exemplary activities. JOHN.P. ZIMPELMANN [photo] Mr. Zimpelmann was a local grocer, very prominent in Woodstock until the time of his death in the early nineties. He was the father of Mrs. Dora Taylor and Mrs. Charles M. Kennedy. Our good friend, Mrs. Josephine Zimpelmann, the mother, resides at present with another daughter in California. PERRY W. MURPHEY [photo] Farmer and later alderman in Woodstock. He was a man of outstanding opinions and a readiness to express them. Died Oct. 30, 1931. WILLIAM FREY [photo] Son of George Frey. One of the young popular men in Woodstock, who died in the early years of manhood. JOHN S. MEDLAR [photo] Woodstock's photographer who established his business in this city in 1856, the same year the Sentinel started. Mr. Medlar carried on, two sons joining with him in the business. Frank W. and Herbert B. Frank W. Went to Iowa, where he became a nationally prominent photographer, until his death a few years ago. Herbert B. continued the business following the father's death on Sept. 28, 1898, aged 78 years. GEORGE W. CONN, SR. [photo] Mr. Conn was one of Hebron township's most respected citizens for many years. He located on a farm in Hebron in 1861 and in time acquired 584 acres of land. In 1872 he built a butter and cheese factory, one and one-half miles east of the village wnich he conducted for many years. He was very public spirited and took a deep interest in the affairs of his home town and county. He died May 15, 1922, aged 88 years. ABEL W. FULLER [photo] For nineteen years, from 1849 to 1868 A. W. Fuller was an active, intelligent and successful merchant in Woodstock. Of him the editor, at the time of his death, said, "a man whose word was as good as gold, and whose grasp of the hand as good as a bond." Mr. Fuller was born in 1821 in Pennsylvania. In 1844 he came to Little Fort (now Waukegan), where he was first employed for three years peddling dry goods and merchandise among the farmers. In 1849 he settled in Woodstock and entered the dry goods business, in which he was engaged until his death. His home was on Clay street, later occupied by Norman Frame, and still later sold to the Oliver Typewriter company. Mr. Fuller was a very public spirited citizen, and his name will always continue prominent here in the title of one of the city's divisions called Fuller & Wheat Addition. His widow, Mrs. Nellie Fuller, is still living and a regular reader of the Daily Sentinel. She lives with her daughter at Wilmington, Illinois. Mr. Fuller died on August 10, 1868, 68 years ago. PETER WEBER [photo] He was a well known old timer in Woodstock. In his days there was no gas or gasoline for cooking. The housewives all used cord wood, cut in stove lengths. Mr. Weber sawed wood for many regular customers. Many stories were told that he was the scion of a noble family in Germany and had been disinherited and sent to America to shift for himself. Ha was a kindly old man, as we remember him, who lived by himself and said nothing about his past. MRS. RACHEL ANDERSON [photo] Was the mother of P. Benjamin Anderson, lived a useful Christian life in this community. She died April 7, 1901, aged 68 years. FRED D. PERKINS [photo] Prominent Supervisor and Seneca farmer, who retired and passed the last years of his life in Woodstock. Died Dec. 3, 1933. CHARLES RETTERER [photo] Our older citizens will remember Charles Retterer. He was born near Strassburg, Alsace, France, in 1849, and came with his parents to this country in 1853. They settled at Wheeling, Illinois, but Charlie came to Woodstock in 1870, where he conducted a blacksmithing business. He was a member of Company G, I. N. G. He died in 1888. He was an uncle of Mrs. Harry Cross of this city, also of Georgo Retterer and Mrs. Emma Weiss. One brother, Jacob Retterer was a hardware merchant in Chicago for many years. GEORGE GUTH [photo] MRS. GEORGE GUTH [photo] Mr. and Mrs. Guth were worthy farmer friends who lived in Hartland tOwnship. One son, Joseph Guth now lives with his family in Greenwood township. Mr. Guth was best known as a violin player or "fiddler" as they then called it and as leader of Guth orchestra played at popular barn dances all over the county. WILLIAM E. WIRE [photo] County Superintendent of Schools for 16 years. He lived at Hebron where he entered the banking business after retiring from public office. For many years he was prominent in Republican politics and served as chairman of the county committee Nov. 19, 1921. RICHARD BISHOPJ, [photo] Prominent citizen and leader in Democratic political affairs in McHenry county. He was a pioneer resident of McHenry, where he conducted various lines of business, including banking, milling and wagon making. Bishop's mill at McHenry, up until the nineties, served the farmers from all parts of the county for grinding their wheat into flour and their other grain into meal. Mr. Bishop died at McHenry May 31, 1895, aged 75 years, after a long and useful career. CALVIN J. HENDRICKS [photo] A leading attorney. Nominated for County Judge, but died two months before election. Brother of Frank J. Hendricks, and Miss Sybil Hendricks. Died in August, 1918. DORR W. THOMAS [photo] Was a prominent citizen of Algonquin, but a frequent visitor in Woodstock, where he had a host of friends. Dorr's annual fish chowder parties at Algonquin were always attended by a large gathering of friends and were very popular events. He never sought public office, but was always keenly interested in helping his friends. He died April 5, 1922, aged 72 years. MRS. LENA MENTZER RETTERER [PHOTO] Mrs. Retterer, wife of Charles Retterer, was a sister of the late Henry and Philip Mentzer, and was one of the sweetest and dearest women the writer ever knew. Among her younger friends she was known as Aunt Lena and they all ioved her dearly. She grew to womanhood on the Mentzer farm in Greenwood, now occupied by John Hanley, Mrs. Hanley being a Mentzer. She spent her womanhood caring for the sick and in those days of practical nursing her services were always in demand. She died late in the nineties, the exact date we are unable to supply at this writing. ADDISON M. SHELTON [photo] Mr. Shelton was superintendent of schools at Crystal Lake and later was elected County Superintendent of Schools. From 1920 to 1929 he served as Director of the Department of Registration and Education in the cabinet of Governor Len Small. He died May 1, 1932, aged 56 years, after an honorable career in public life. PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Congratulations! Woodstock Sentinel Years May Come, Years Have Gone, Times Have Changed, Sentinel Marches On" Eighty years of good work and hard work have put you up along with the top ranking newspapers of the country. Keep it up and Woodstock will always be on the map. We, too, are celebrating your anniversary along with our second anniversary. We are featuring the highest grades of merchandise at prices that everybody can afford. Fresh Fruits, Fancy Vegetables, along with Land O'Lakes Butter and Silver Cup Coffee, are always of top quality and prices are always at a fair medium. Centrella Foods are the Best to use WE DELIVER ANYWHERE—ANY DAY LAND O'LAKES BUTTER FREE DELIVERY SWEETLAND AND STONE SHOP HERE AND SAVE 136 CASS ST. WE TAKE ORDERS FOR FRESH MEAT. PHONE 162. TO THE WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY. You should feel proud of this long record of dependable service. The "Busy Corner Grocery" Also has a record to be proud of. After sixteen years of dependable distribution of Fancy Groceries, Fruits and Vegetables we feel certain that we are able to please the most discriminating shoppers. We take this opportunity to thank our many friends, and hope to make many new ones in the future. Busy Corner Grocery E. C. Bodenschatz, Prop. Congratulations Sentinel! First Home of Montgomery Ward [photo]. MONTGOMERY WARD AND COMPANY congratulates the Woodstock Daily Sentinel on their eightieth anniversary, Montgomery Ward and Company is proud to be associated with an organization whose high standards and progressive action reflects eighty years of unchanging policy and unselfish hard work. In the past eighty years, Woodstock has seen many improvements take place. Glancing through the yellowing sheets of past issues of the "Sentinel" we find that almost without exception the changes and improvements sponsored and supported by the "Sentinel" have proved to be of a permanently beneficial nature to the people of Woodstock. SIXTY-FIVE YEARS AGO, two men, A. Montgomery Ward and George R. Thorne, founded a business in a fourth floor room on Chicago's North Clark Street with a few simple merchandise lines and an ideal. Today this business has grown to national proportions. Montgomery Ward and Company sells thousands of articles in 550 complete, modern retail stores, and through large mail order houses. But, basically, Montgomery Ward has not changed. The ideals of the founders are lived up to by the present Ward organization, the standards of 65 years ago remain unaltered and unchanged. The merchandise sold is constantly undergoing modernization and improvement - the standards of quality remain the same. It is our aim to serve our customers faithfully and well, give them what they want, and, if they are not satisfied, refund their money cheerfully. It is our honest belief that simplicity and honesty are the foundation of any success, and it is with organizations who conduct their businesses along these lines that we en joy associating ourselves. So again we say "Congratulations, Sentinel, we are proud to know, and do business with you." 101 Johnson Street. Phone 525 Woodstock, Ill. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPERS-PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition. SECTION SEVEN PAGE ONE WOODSTOCK ALWAYS SPORTS MINDED Championship Teams in Football and Basketball; Winning Baseball Teams In Past Years REVIEW OF ACTIVITIES OVER 40 YEARS REVEALS MANY OUTSTANDING STAR To write a complete history of athletics in the Woodstock community over a period of the last forty years or more would take up a lot of space in this anniversary edition. However, this writer is going to only touch lightly on the high spots in baseball, football and basketball as played in and around the county seat back over a period of years. We are not going to try and give the exact date of the inauguration of football, basketball or baseball in these parts. That would start an argument, because athletics were on the schedule many years ago, in fact so long ago that there is no official record as to the exact beginning. One thing is certain and that is that Woodstock has played its part well in all lines of sport. Athletic teams from Woodstock have won numerous honors on the field of battle, both in amateur and professional ranks for many years back. Famous Oliver Team | Although there were baseball teams before the nineteenth century started, Woodstock people as a whole refer to that famous old Oliver Typewriter club of 1902 to 1905 as the best baseball team ever to wear the colors of the city. Prior to this we could take you back to a team composed of such players as Vincent S. Lumley, W. H. Hobbs, O. G. Mead, Horatio W. Wright, George Murphy, Robert Leidig, Albert Dacy, Bert Sales and Tom Higgins. That roster of players played baseball in the days long before the Olivers. However, the Oliver club of 1902 with Gurtis, Corson, Hill, Moriarty, Richards, Wynkoop, Cook, Beebe, Stratton and Ryan, was a team which really made a record for itself. Take a look at the record of a season with wins over such teams as Spaldings, Elgin, Kenosha, Racine, Union Giants and Joliet. Is it any wonder there was a smile on the face of John Whitworth, general manager of the club, when a picture of the club was taken, at the end of the season. So we say the Olivers really made history in baseball for Woodstock. The players all worked in the factory, but every afternoon they were off to the fairgrounds for a practice and Saturday and Sunday found them playing the best in these parts. Then Came The Reds When the Oliver club finally broke up there was a demand for a home town club to take over the limelight. It was then that the late Jay Conway broke into the picture as a baseball manager of considerable ability. (Continued on page two) OTTO SEILER [photo] Otto Seiler played stellar football for the University of Illinois during the years of 1909, 1910 and 1911. He played the quarterback postion and won nation-wide publicity, with his kicking. In 1910 Illinois defeated Indiana, Syracuse and Chicago by a 3 to 0 score and it was a drop kick in each game by Seiler that won the game. Seiler played football in the loca1 school. In track Seiler was considered one of the fastest men in the state and could step the century dash in 10 seconds. RED O'BRIEN [photo] "Red" O'Brien brought to Woodstock probably the first and only world's title in any line of athletics, when he rated as one of the best lightweight title several years before the start of the world war. O'Brien today is rated as one of the best lightweight matmen ever to take part in a contest not only in the United States, but the world at large. In his prime O'Brien was one of the most clever athletes to enter the ring. He was known throughout the land for his endurance and his ability to pin his opponent's shoulders to the mat. He wrestled many of the best men in his weight and on numerous occasions he used to "give weight" to his opponents and still pin their shoulders to the mat. Woodstock is proud of O'Brien's record as a wrestler. He won lightweight crown by hard work and defended it often with success. Although not real active any more in wrestling, he still can give a good account of himself on the mat when called on for an exhibition. Woodstock people salute their only world champion athlete. TWO FAMOUS OLD TIME BALL TEAMS Made History For Woodstock In Their Day OLIVER BASEBALL CLUB, 1902 [PHOTO] Pictured above is the Oliver typewriter baseball club of 1902, which won many honors in the middle-west as one of the best semi-professional baseball clubs ever organized. Reading from left to right in top row: Curtis, Ackers (secrotary), Corson, Whitworth, mgr., and Hill. Middle row: Moriarty, Richards, Wynkoop and Cook. Bottom row: Beebe, Stratton and Ryan. Lester (Stubby) Griffing is the mascot. WOODSTOCK REDS, BASEBALL TEAM, 1907 [photo] Pictured above is the Woodstock Reds baseball team organized after the famous Oliver semi-professional team disbanded. This team was one of the best home talent teams in the middle-west. In the top row from left to right: Jack Ryan, Louis Bending, D. Easton, Dr. A. M. Yessler, John E. Conway and Joe Kappler. Middle row: Ernest Joorfetz, Tom Collier (umpire), Elmer Sahs, Jay B. Conway, mgr., and John Riley. In the bottom row: William Howard, Joe Bergthal (mascot), and William Riley. PENNY MITES IS LOCAL CHARITY ORGANIZATION ITS WORK WELL DONE This organization, which was christened the Woodstock Ladies' Social Benevolent Penny society, organized an old-fashioned neighborhood—a friendly neighborhood- had as its chief idea to do work for and to do good to those in the greatest need. The poor "who are always with us," and how the society has functioned throughout the 40 years of its existence is best told in the hearts of its members and in the minds of those who are aware of its many benefactions. The first meeting was held with Mrs. John Tong, on Throop street Jan. 11, 1896, where 12 women assembled as charter members, namely: Mmes. John Tong; Veloma E. Jones, Morris S. Caskey, B. Sherman, Chas O. Judd, Eliza Richardson, Fred W. Mumford, Henry D. McLaughlin, John J. Donovan and Jesse M. Austin, and Misses Helen Church and M. A. Richards—and what precious memories surround the reading of their names! At that time by-laws were prepared, adopted and later neatly printed for the use of the members. Friday afternoon was chosen as the meeting day of the organization and this day was sacredly set aside from week to week throughout these useful, helpful years. It was decreed that the charter members and the presiding officers should compose the executive committee, and as the years advanced and charter members, one by one, passed away, a new member was chosen to take her place. This society started with its 12 members and reached an enrollment of about 200 paying members, each paying yearly dues of 50 cents. The only charter members now remaining are Mrs. Clara Sherman, of Woodstock, and Mrs. Mary Caskey, of Beloit, Wis., and it is with pride that these two have watched the wonderful growth and expansion of the society they helped to organize. The work of the society has been varied throughout the years, and there (Continued On Page Seven) CLYDE ZOIA [photo] Clyde Zoia probably rates as one of the greatest football players for his size ever to play college or professional football. In 1916 he made the Notre Dame university squad, but did not play regular that year. In 1917 he played in every game as regular left guard and distinguished himself time and again with his fine play. Knute Rockne was coach at the time and rated Zoia as one of the finest guards ever to be turned out at Notre Dame. In 1920 he joined the Racine Cardinals, which later was changed to the Chicago Cardinals. He played professional ball for five years with the Cardinals and proved his worth to this organization. Although rather small for a lineman he was one of the outstanding guards in the pro league. Zoia is a product of the local school, where he played football and basketball. GEORGE MORIARTY [photo] George Moriarty's name has long been recorded in baseball's hall of fame. He got his real start with the Woodstock Olivers. It was in a game against the Chicago League a few seasons later and as a member of the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers he won for himself a place with the best of third basemen in the history of the game. When "Morry" finished his playing days he was named as one of the American League's umpires. In this capacity he distinguished himself with credit. When the famous Ty Cobb resigned as manager of the Detroit Tigers, Moriarty took over the job as manager of the Detroit club. He worked hard to give Detroit a winning club, but lack of material hindered his ambition and after a short "fling" at the managership he returned to his post as umpire in the same league, which job he now holds. He is considered by baseball experts as one of the best baseball officials in the game. Moriarty has done much to aid in the progress of baseball. He spends his winters touring the country talking baseball in high schools and before civic organizations. He is an able orator and together with movie pictures of the game his winter tours have done much to keep major league baseball in the front rank as the nation's national pastime. Woodstock recognizes Moriarty as one of its favorite sons, who made good in big league baseball. PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL. WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition SPORTS ACTIVITIES OVER 40 YEARS; MANY STARS (Continued from page one) A team was organized and called the Woodstock Reds. To start with it was composed of such players as Jack Ryan, Louis Bending, D. Easton. Dr. A. M. Yessler, John Conway, Joe Kappler, Ernest Joorfetz, Elmer Sahs, Jack and Bill Riley and Bill Howard. Season, after season, this aggregation met and defeated the best semi-pro teams in these parts. The team wasn't as strong as the'Olivers, but it upheld the reputation of the county seat in baseball. There were many other teams representing the city in the early years of this century. We can't overlook the famous "Brewery Street" aggregation, sometimes called the White Sox. This was a team made up of boys who learned baseball on the back lots of the territory around Washington street, better known as Brewery srreet in those days. Shepard of the Hills We can take you on down through the years and mention the Athletics, the Eagles, and various other teams representing the city. We can take you on after the war to the teams sponsored by the local Legion when William Penn, the "Shepard of the Hills," came to town to pitch the Legionnaire aggregation to many a victory. We recall a day over at the State Line park when Manager Harold Reese plucked Freddie Pope, a youngster who never pitched a game, from the bench, when his regular pitcher failed to show up, and how Freddie set the famous State Line aggregation back inning after inning in what will always remain in our memory as one of the greatest victories a local baseball team ever won. With the development of the auto-mobile and the growing interest in major league baseball, the semi-pro teams of the smaller cities started to fade out a few years after the war. The game seemed to lose its pep with fans flocking to Chicago to see the Cubs and White Sox play, the attendance dropped off and in general the game as played by such teams as the Olivers, Reds and Legion died. Kill the Umpire However, with the loss of semi-pro baseball in these parts fans can neyer quite forget the early days when Harvard and Woodstock used to clash or when Woodstock and McHenry used to cross bats. A Harvard and Woodstock game in those days wasn't a success unless there was a battle! Many an umpire got "beaned" and many a fan came home with a black eye. That was baseball in those days. It was in those days that the famous saying of "kill the umpire" was born. In this connection it would not be right not to mention the names of Tom Colier, Bill Colberg and Bill Howard. These three men umpired many ball games around these parts. They took plenty of abuse, but that was the game in those days and the players and fans liked it. Game Has Slipped The semi-pro game has almost passed out around here. Now and then they have tried to revive it, but with no success. Gone are the crowds of 1,000 at a game at the fair grounds. Gone are the thrilling games at the county fair. In general the game is fast dropping out of the picture around here. Some say softball has taken its place. That is not true, because softball can never win a place in the hearts of the fans who used to follow the Olivers and Reds and other teams. It may serve as an amusement to pass away a little time, but that is all. FOOTBALL Now for a little history on football. The date of the first football team in Woodstock goes back to the days before the Spanish-American war. In those days high school football was only a minor sport, although football as played professionally was quite an attraction. Oldtimers will tell you that the Woodstock Athletics was probaly the greatest "town team" ever to don uniforms. That famous aggregation played over a period of three years against the best pro teams in the middle-west without a defeat being chalked up against them or their goal line being crossed. Oldtimers recall the thrilling game against Marshal Field at the fair grounds back in the fall of 1899, when the Athletics won a 11 to 0 decision before a crowd of more than a thousand fans. It was the climax to the greatest season the city has ever known in town football, although in later years there were teams which made fine records. Do You Rememtar Them? Do you remember some of the players who took part in that Thanksgiving day battle of 1899? Well, to refresh your memory we will mention a few of them. They were Everett Sherman, George L. Murphy, Ed Losee, Del Olmstead, Bill Colberg, Clyde Miner, Dr. Geo. Cutteridge, Bill Desmond, Volney E. Brown, John Hallisey and Eddie Field. That was a football team, although Cotton's Colts of 1897 with Mullen, Colberg, Quinlan, Eiklor, Hoy, Hanaford, Guild, Brown and Murphy were good. The years passed and the game progressed with passing time. Football became more popular in high school and it was only a short period of time when graduates of the Woodstock high school were making history in college football. Seiler, Stuessy, Zoia It is with pleasure we recall the days when Otto Seiler was kicking dropkicks for the University of Illinois or when Gene Bunker was doing his stuff for Wisconsin or Joseph Wandrack winning his letters at Northwestern. To write about Woodstock's football history it would be incomplete not to mention Clyde Zoia's career at Notre Dame with the famous Knute Rockne and George Gipp. He was probably one of the smallest and best linemen ever produced at the famous South Bend college. It would not be right not to mention Dwight (Slip) Stuessy's career at the University of Illinois, where he played regular quarterback on the famous Illini teams of those days. Stuessy, although small of build, was mentioned on numerous all Big Ten teams tor two years and rated as one of the best field generals ever to wear the Illini colors. John Pace, another local high graduate, won numerous honors at the DeKalb teachers college, where he was noted the best all around athlete in the Little Nineteen conference. There were other boys wno made good in college football including Melvim Stuessy, Paul Smith, Ray Risvold, Art Evans, Laurie Herman and others. Famous Legion Eleven As football progressed, came the world war and the days which followed its close when the Woodstock Legion sponsored a town team which won high honors in the middle-west. It often has been compared with the famous Athletics, with such players as "Doc" Edinger, "Chuck" Haldeman, Joe Wandrack, Bill Schoor, Jack Dressell, Al Holtfretter, Cyrus Sanford, Charles Zoia, Harold Ueber, Tom Bolger and others too numerous to mention. That was a football team. During those same years the Woodstock Maroons made history as one of the best little teams in these parts. (Continued on page three) TODD SQUAD UNDEFEATED 1936 [photo] The third of Woodstock's undefeated football teams this season is pictured above. The team is that of Todd School For Boys which is coached by Tony Roskie. The team the past season won five games and tied two. Teams defeated included Barrington, Wheaton, McHenry, Francis Parker and St. Albans. Teams tied were Latin of Chicago and Beaver Dam. Pictured above in front row, left to right, include: James Larkin, Jack Morris, Robert Strause, William Wahl, Captain Sandy Smith, Phil Clark, Kenneth Muir, Robert, Robert Cavanaugh and Robert Woodley. Second row top, includes Coach Tony Roskie, Ray Kostulski, George Pardee, Mike Buss, Willis Hanson, Charles Luckow, John Mathews, Myron Piker, William Meigs, Robert Wilson, Ray Moore, Crandal Barners, William Carpenter, Malcolm Anderson, Joe Spring, Assistant Coach Gerich and James Elsberg. WILIIAM DESMOND [photo] William Desmond of this city won probably ,the first college monogram ever to be awarded to a Woodstock athlete in football. The monogram was won at Notre Dame, where Desmond played as a member of the Fighting Irish in 1903, 1904 and 1905. In those days Desmond was rated one of the best linemen in the Middlewest. Football in those days was played somewhat different than at the present time. There was plenty of hardships and knocks then and players had to be able to stand the pace to stay in competition. A review of athletics in Woodstock without special mention of "Bill" Desmond's contribution to the game as a Woodstock athlete "would not be complete. His picture occupies a conspicuous place in the hall of fame at Notre Dame, where football is a serious business each year. DWIGHT STUESSY [photo] Dwight Stuessy is probably one of the most popular athletes to graduate from the Woodstock high school. He was a star in basketball and football during his high school days and following his graduation he continued his athletic career at the University of Illinois, where he played regular for three years under Coach Zuppke. He piloted the Illini eleven ,in 1926, 1927 and 1928 and was rated one of the best pilots in the Big Ten. Since his graduation he has been coach and athletic director at Durham high in Durham,N.C. His teams have captured state honors in basketball and football and his record as a coach is one of the best in the Southeastern states. That Dwight is headed for a college coaching job in the very near future is the prediction of his friends. WOODSTOCK'S FIRST HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM, 1893 [photo] Here is Woodstock's first high school football team. The team was first organized in the fall of 1893. The picture above was taken on the site now ccupied by the Alemite Die Casting factory. The background shows houses on Clay street, some have long since been torn down. Seven members of the above team are now deceased, Stanley Richards, George L. Murphy, Volney E. Brown, Clayton Charles, Edward Losee, Garry Austin and Dell Dirrenberger. In the top row are pictured from left to right: Clyde C. Miner, Eugene Hoy, Stanley Richards, Dell Olmstead, Arthur J. Mullen, Park Bunker and George L. Murphy. From left to right in bottom row: Thomas, Volney E. Brown, Fred Bird, Dell Dirrenberger, Clayton Charles, Edward Losee and Garry Austin. WOODSTOCK ATHLETICS, 1899 [photo] The Woodstock Athletics pictured above was one of the best professional football teams in the middle-west in the early days of the game. This team won national recognition by defeating the best teams in these parts. In the top row from left to right are: Everett Sherman, George L. Murphy, Roy B. Guild, Simpson and Dell Olmstead. In the middle row are: William Colberg, Clyde C. Miner, Dr. George Cutteridge, William Desmond and Volney E. Brown. In the bottom row are: John Hallisey, Edward Losee and Edward J.Field. The mascot is Eddie Hibben. F. T. FERRIS, JEWELER On December 10, 1910, the firm of Ferris & Bartelt opened a jewelry store in the Bunker block. On July 1, 1911, Mr. Bartelt retired from this firm and entered the piano business. Mr. Ferris continued the jewelry business. The business grew to such an extent that it was necessary to move into larger quarters, which was done December 1, 1929. This store has always had the name of carrying a high grade and complete line of JEWELRY SILVERWARE FOUNTAIN PENS SHEET MUSIC AND OTHER GIFT GOODS. You are always welcome at this store. All kinds of watch and jewelry repairing done promptly and fully guaranteed. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE SPORTS ACTIVITIES OVER 40 YEARS MANY STARS (Continued from page two) The famous Woodstock A. C. with Joe Pean, Julius Wien, Ray McGee, Jobe Twilligher, Murney Smith, Anderson Eskridge and others made history on the gridiron just prior to the war. So on down through the years, as year after year high school teams kept collecting honors. In recent years teams under Larry Dale have won many honors, being acclaimed county champs in various years. One of the latest high school stars to graduate from the local school was Robert Peacock, who bids fair to win a permanent berth on Harry Stuldroher's Wisconsin eleven next fall. The past season has been one of the best in the history of the city with tha Blue and White, St. Mary's and Todd haVing finished the season with clean slates. All in all, football as played by athletes from the Woodstock community has won its place in the spotlight. BASKETBALL Basketball didn't take its place at the top ranks in Woodstock until well after the nineteenth century started. It was played in high school for many years before teams broke into the professional ranks. High school teams for many years have ruled the court in McHenry county. The Blue and White high school teams have won seven county championships since 1920. Teams coached by Bill Weeks, Bert Boyd and Larry Dale have well represented the Blue and White in the past sixteen years. Basketball has been popular in the Woodstock high school for many years. Rivalry between Woodstock and the other teams in the county has been at a high pitch for years back. Woodstock is always the team to beat each year by the neighboring towns and as the years pass this seems to hold true more than ever. St. Mary's Teams Woodstock has three high schools sponsoring basketball and football. Up at St. Mary's Melvin Stuessy is coach and athletic director and although this is a small school, Coach Stuessy has turned out some very fine teams in both lines of sport. At Todd School for Boys Tony Roskie is general athletic director and coach. Competition with private schools is the main schedule at this school and in late years Coach Roskie has had some fine teams in basketball and football. Woodstock high school teams have won a high place in athletics in the County and state over a long period of years and to mention the various teams and players would take up much space. It is well when you speak of high school football and basketball, not to forget the three Woodstock schools. Town Teams Over a period of twenty years or more Woodstock has sponsored. numerous fine professional teams. The Legion sponsored teams for several years. The Woodstock A. A. C. was another organization which put a fine team on the floor. Pro basketball used to go over in a big way here and during the days of the Purple Meteors, Harvard Marvels, Hebron Rascals, Jelke Good Lucks crowds numbered in the thousands at some of the games. Keen rivalry existed in those days and the teams were the best that could be assembled. In the last few years the pro game has dropped off and at present it is a hard proposition to get out much of a crowd at a game, although the Alemite team of this season is a fine aggregation. It seems that the days of "Skin" Englund, Barney Walters, the Sherburne brothers, Grant, Weeks, Stuessy, Risvold, Jensen brothers, Corson, Eppel, Sweetland and others have gone forever. It will always be refreshing for local fans to recall those days and when basketball is mentioned in the years to come certainly the teams of those years will be among those named. Golf, Bowling, Horseshoes Woodstock people have taken a keen interest in golf for a long period of years and are proud of the Woodstock Country Club, which is one of the finest natural courses in these parts. Golf has won its place in the hearts of many local people and each year the game seems to grow more popular. Woodstock has many fine golfers, who can compete with the best in tournament play. Bowling has always been a popular sport in Woodstock and probably no city its size in the nation has as many fine bowlers as Woodstock. Bowling in Woodstock dates back to many years ago and probably W. H. ('Arry) Hobbs can be called the father of the sport. At present four alleys are being operated here with leagues in the both factories and a major and minor league in the city. Horseshoe Popular Horseshoe pitching, sometimes called barnyard golf, is another outdoor sport much enjoyed in Woodstock. For several years two courts were operated in the downtown district. Interest now seems to center at the Riley filling station, where any night during ihe summer you can find scores of men pitching shoes at the stakes. Listed among the best local players is Earl Mann, better known as "Double Ringer" Mann. Softball Was Popular Softball is another outdoor sport which has been enjoyed in Woodstock for a number of years. This was first inaugurated in the old baseball park, located near the Woodstock typewriter factory, the park being known as Argument Park. City and factory leagues have been operated each year with the removal of the park to the present playground site on Clay street. The game has dropped off in popularity due to too much commercialism. Leagues are no longer being sponsored in the city, although teams are still being sponsored by the factories and organizations. Softball as played in the early stages of the game at Argument Park proved very popular with old and young taking part in the sport. However, there has been too much stress placed on the winning end of the game in late years and the game as a whole has lost its hold here. In closing this rather brief history of sports in Woodstock, we might say that hunting and fishing also is very popular with many local people. Although the vicinity of Woodstock doesn't offer so much in the fishing-line, local fishermen take to the lakes and streams in other parts of the country to enjoy the sport. The immediate vicinity around Woodstock has always been a good place for hunting and in the various hunting seasons many people from Chicagoland invade these parts for hunting. Many are the pages in the history of sports in Woodstock. No city of its size in the nation can look back over the years and boast of more fine athletes and teams in all kinds of sports than Woodstock. WOODSTOCK HIGH SCHOOL BLUE AND WHITE, McHENRY CO. FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS, 1936 [photo] Above is pictured the 1936 squad of Blue and White football players who won the undisputed championship of McHenry county on the gridiron this fall. Coach Larry Dale started the season with a green squad but the squad improved with each game and the final game with Harvard in which the locals won, found the Dale coached crew playing a fine brand of ball. Front row, left to right—Gordon Berg, Bob Joorfetz, Clayton Peachey, Jay Peacock, Jack Gordon, Harold Kristensen, Don Bell. Second row—Bill Bell, Newton Fink, Slade Austin, Jim Phillips, Fred Fotzler, Gordon Boone, Chas. Redeker, Mgr. Third row—Don Blodgett, Bob Walkington, Oran Percy, Harold Larson, Coach Larry Dale, Edward Monroe, Eugene Justen, Grover Wilkerson and Robert MacDonald. ROCKFORD DIOCESAN CHAMPIONS, 1936 [photo] St. Mary's high school team of 1936 is pictured above. This team had a clean slate in 1936, winning eight games and losing none. The Saints closed the season in brilliant style defeating St. Thomas of Rockford for the Rockford Catholic Diocesan title. Reading from left to right, lower row: Billy Baier, Wilbur Trainor, George Burke, Raymond Murphy and Wm. Carroll. Second row: Clifford Mackey, Larry Huck, Edward McNett, Clarence Murphy, Francis Dittberner and Dave Riley. Third row: Coach Melvin Stuessy, John Walgenbach, John Hayes, Jerry Buck, John Kramer, Wilbur Wickham, Bud Thiede, Tom Lawson. Top row: Al. Kuppe, William Heichel, Robert Kramer, Park Buckley, Raymond Cooney, Robert Conway, Robert Sahs and Robert Sweeney. WOODSTOCK ATHLETIC COACHES LARRY DALE [PHOTO] Larry Dale, coach at the Blue and White, has had a fine record since joining the local school. His teams have won numerous conference and county championships in football, basketball and track. The past season his boys won the county championship in football. In basketball this season his team won the Little Five conference title and county tournament honors. Coach Dale has had much success as mentor at the local school. MELVIN STUESSY [photo] Melvin Stuessy, coach and director of athletics at St. Mary's school here, is considered one of the ablest of school coaches in these parts. He hasn't had a large amount of material to work with at the local Catholic school, but his teams have been on par with the best in and around McHenry county, having won many honors. The past season his football team won the Rockford diocesan title and finished the season undefeated. His basketball team this year has a fine record. Stuessy was quite a star himself in his high school and college days and played considerable pro basketball and football up until a year or so ago. He attended the local high school and later St. Edwards university at Texas. TONY ROSKIE [photo] Tony Roskie guides the athletic program each year at Todd School in Woodstock. He coaches football, track, basketball and swimming. His teams, although small, have competed with some of the strongest private schools in these parts in the past few years and have a line record in all lines of sport. Roskie is a football and basketball official of high rank and works many games during the season. He is a graduate of Rockford high and was a fine athlete in high school and college. Drs. Bran and Hedreed Hospital Dr. King, Dentist Phone 539 Woodstock, Illinois Charles Herdrich & Son Distributors of Meister Brau, Schoen's Old Lager and Monarch Beer Call McHenry 16 McHenry, Ill. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK CHURCHES FILL IMPORTANT PLACE IN COMMUNITY AFFAIRS A good index of the character of the people who compose a community is found in the support they give to institutions for instruction in the things of God. The better these institutions are supported, as a general thing, the higher the character of the people. This being true, surely the inference can be correctly drawn that the people of Woodstock are of high moral character, and this fact should appeal to all who are looking for an ideal place of residence and a worthy place for the rearing of their families. The religious advantages of a community are not less important than the educational, and Woodstock is admirably equipped in both respects. The purpose of this article is to give, as briefly and completely as may be, a history of the houses of worship of Woodstock and their various subordinate societies, with the names of their present officers. BAPTIST This society as organized on May 12, 1847, in the old court house in the park, with Elmer Adams presiding and the following named members constituting the charter membership: Asa C. Churchill, Mrs. Submit Enos, Louise Churchill, Louis Allen, Freeman Churchill, Eleanor Allen, Bela Churchill, Norman Butts, Louis Cranston, Sara Allen, Mrs. Nancy E. Swartout, Polly Butts and Jane Cranston Stowell. The meetings were first held in a hall over what is now the drug store of A. S. Wright. The following year the society erected a house of worship on Jefferson street, south of East Jackson street, but as they went heavily in debt, the building was later sold to the Methodists, who, when their original church was erected in 1871, sold to the Universalists, now unorganized. The church was for some time used as an armory and a skating rink, and went up in smoke in the fire of 1893. The present Baptist church was erected in 1866, being located at the corner of Jackson and Throop streets. It is a frame structure with a seating capacity of about 250, with prayer rooms in the rear, and cost about $7,000. It has been vastly improved in recent years, and the payment of the last obligation in 1927 was celebrated by a happy gathering of the membership. The steeple was blown off during a severe wind and thunder storm many years ago. Officers of the Church: Pastor Rev. C. F. Kerr. Choir Leader—Walter Morris. Clerk—Mrs. George Freeman. Treasurer—Mrs. David McConkey. Trustees — Mrs. A. J. Ruppert, George Freeman, Merle Brimhall, Evan Van Hoozen, Kelsey Everill. Deacons — E. M. Phillips, Walter Morris, David McConkey, Frank Snow, Mrs. Ethel Coe, Mrs. Edward Herdklotz, Mrs. Hugh Walton. Unity Circle-President—Pearl Heeren. Vice-President—Mrs. Leota Thurow. Secretary—Mrs. William Drake. Treasurer—Mrs. Martha Bennett. B.Y.P.U. President— Vice-President—James Phillips. Secretary—Jeanne Nelson. Treasurer—Beth Snow. Intermediate B.Y.P.U. President—Dean Mishler. Vice-President—Martha Bennett-Secretary—Patty Nevin. Treasurer—-Bettie Collen. Sunday School (Organized in 1851) Superintendent—Arthur J. Ruppert. Secretary—Mrs. Merle Brimhall. Treasurer—Mrs. Kelsey Everill. Baptist Men's Club President—George Stock. Secretary-Treasurer — Merle Brimhall. Mission Circle: President—Mrs. James Dermott. Vice-President—Mrs. W. C. Monroe. Treasurer—Mrs. David McConkey. For many years, owing to deaths and removals, the society had a small membership and was unable to properly support a pastor, but the time was, especially during the pastorate of Rev. D. S. McEwan, when it was one of the strongest organizations in the city, with a large membership and wielding a powerful influence for good. The fact that it has recently cleaned up its indebtedness proves that its growth and influence in later years have been greatly augmented, due to "the faithful" who have ever had its best interests at heart. List of Pastors: Pastors who have served the church since its founding have been the following named: Rev. Whittier, Dec. 14, 1850, to-. Joel Wheeler, Nov. 24, 1851, to-. S. M. Brown, Aug. 1, 1852, to Mar. 1, 1855. E. F. Gurney, Oct. 1, 1855, to Oct., 1856. G. W. Gates, Feb. 8 to July 31, 1858. S. Washington, Sept. 19, 1858, to December, 1859. N. Colver, Jan. 4 to July 26, 1651. Nathaniel Nimm, June 13, 1861, to— A. C. Hubbard, Oct. 6, 1861 to Oct. 1, 1862- E. O'Brien, January to April 12, 1863. Rev. Ross, April, 1863, to December, 1864. C. B. Egan, December, 1863, to April, 1864. A. S. Freeman, October, 1864, to September, 1865. John Young, Dec. 16, 1865, to-. Wm. M. Haigh, February, 1866, to April 2, 1868. J. Sunderland, May 4, to July, 1868. I. N. Cannon, July 26, 1868, to Oct. 3, 1869. C. W. Woodruff, Dec. 30, 1869, to—. Rev. Maul, 1870. Horace Burchard, April, 1870, to Dec. 1, 1873. E. A. Ince, Mar. 15, 1874, to June 4, 1880. H. L. Stetson, October, 1874, to. January, 1876. P. S. Cox, May, 1876, to February, 1877. D. S. McEwan, May 20, 1877, to June 7, 1880. E. Anderson, Sept. 5, to Sept. 7, 1880. William Ostler, Oct. 10, 1880, to Aug. 3, 1881. J. D. McLean, Sept. 4, to Dec. 25, 1881. Rev. Clark, supply in 1883. Levi Parmely, Mar. 6, 1883, to Apr. 27, 1884. Henry Happell, Sept. 21, 1884, to Sept. 1, 1886. Edward McClain, short supply. G. W. Kemp, short supply. George P. Wright, Nov. 4, 1898, to May 11, 1890. E. C. Cady, June 1, 1890, to May 15, 1892. John A. McCaw, Nov. 20, 1892, to June 28, 1896. E. P. Stevens, June 6, 1897, to Oct 17, 1898. C. C. Markham, Nov. 16, 1898, to November, 1899. W. E. Sawyer, December, 1899, to Dec. 12, 1900. S. P. Morris, Dec. 16, 1900, to Nov. 7, 1901. S. E. Moon, Nov. 10, 1901, to June 15, 1902. W. I. Fowle, July 11, 1902, to June 21, 1903. I. T. Underwood, Aug. 9, 1903, to May 1, 1905. J. F. Eaker, Sept. 6, 1905, to May 1, 1906. G. C. Crippen, June 10, 1906, to Apr. 17, 1908. L. E. M. Freeman, Oct. 7, 1908, to January, 1909. John Henry Perry, Mar. 7, 1909, to Sept. 15, 1909. W. C. Monroe, Dec. 7, 1909, to Mar. 30, 1913. Herbert H. Smith, Apr. 20, 1913, to July 31, 1920. John L. Hess, Oct. 24, 1920, to Oct. 9, 1921. James McK. Smith, Dec. 4, 1921 to -. Robert H. Lynn, supply for a time. A. R. Axt, Mar. 27 to Sept 30, 1828. James W. Herring, supply for a time. A. F. Waechter, December, 1928, to Oct. 26. 1930. W. W. Meyer, May 1931, to Oct. 28, 1934. C. F. Kerr, Sept. 8 , 1935, (incumbent). CONGREGATIONAL Shortly after the cessation of hostilities between the armies of the North and the South—to be more explicit, on Oct. 1865—a group of 16 Presbyterians and one Congregationalist met to establish a new church bearing the latter name, and called Rev. J. J. A. T. Dixon as their first pastor at a salary of $600 per year. For the first few Sundays they met with their Baptist friends and then leased the old familiar Phoenix hall, but measures were taken in the spring of 1866 to erect a church building, a neat and trim house of worship like the New England meeting houses Of early days, which was built free of debt and dedicated to the service of God and on Dec. 13 of that year the first services were held therein. First Building In 1866 This building was erected on the corner of Dean and South streets and served its purpose until 1906. Its seating capacity was 450 and there were commodious parlors adjacent, but there was a feeling that the times demanded a new and better edifice, so, in the Sunday-school room, of the old church, on April 18, 1906, the matter was broached by Rev. Christopher H Bente, the then ambitious and resourceful pastor, who told of his dream of a new church to the young people assembled there, and they promised their support. At about that time five influential members of the church entered and tried to dissuade him from the plan, but Rev. Bente insisted that he could raise the necessary funds somehow, as he had made preliminary arrangements with a carnival company to come to Woodstock to raise the necessary money and he was confident that the people would support him in the venture. The carnival, participated in by the best of local talent, was a great success, and a fine start was made towards the fund. Soon a contract was entered into and work began, after the old church had been sold and moved away, and on June 2, 1907, the new church, a beautiful and substantial structure was dedicated, costing $12,000. On the following Nov. 25 a Kimball organ was impressively dedicated, and at a later date the church received a Peloubet reed-pipe organ as the gift of Mrs Mary R. Joslyn, of blessed memory, and the edifice was handsomely furnished and carpeted. The beautiful and architecturally complete new parsonage of the congregation was first occupied by Rev. and Mrs. Roy B. Guild, newly-weds and has since had many talented people as its tenants, as the record of pastors retained and bidden good bye amply attests. Kilburne Served 8 Years The longest tenure in the office of any pastor of the church was held by Rev. William Kilburne, who Served from June 6, 1909, until May 31, 1917 and who has since been located at Canton, Ills. The first officers of the church in 1865 were: Clerk, A. B. Bidwell; treasurer, William Hart, Jr.; trustees Josiah Dwight, Nelson Diggins and Abner R. Williams; committee to arrange for house of worship, William Hart, Jr, Nelson Diggins and I. E, Baldwin. Pastors who have served the church throughout the years are named as fellows, with the dates of their service: List of Pastors J. J. A. T. Dixon, Oct. 24, 1865, to Oct. 31, 1867; J. R. Danforth, Jan. 1 to Sept. 15, 1868; A. L. Riggs, Jan. 1, 1869, to April, 1870; A. P. Johnson, April 1, 1870, to Nov. 10, 1872, L. V. Price, Jan. 1, 1873, to Nov. 7, 1874; T. C. Northcott, May 1, 1875, to Jan. 1, 1878; M. A. Stevens, April 1, 1878, to Jan. 1, 1879; A. J. Buell, Feb. 23 to May 12, 1895; E. J. Alden, June 22, 1879, to Decv 28, 1880; J. D. Wells, May 1, 1881, to May 1, 1883; W. A. Evans, June 3, 1883, to Aug. 31, 1884; E. B. Boggess, Oct. 12, 1884, to Mar. 11, 1888; I. N. Adrian, Sept. 1, 1888, to Sept. 1, 1890; Harry B. Long, Oct. 22, 1890, to Sept. 1, 1893; Charles E. Enlow, Nov. 1, 1893, to Aug. 1, 1894; William R. Gaylord, Sept. 1, 1894, to Aug. 1, 1896; Roy B. Guild, April 15, 1897, to April 22, 1900, John W. Moore, Nov. 1, 1900, to June 30, 1903; Christopher H. Bentev Oct 4, 1903, to Jan. 31, 1909; William Kilburne, June 6 1909, to May 31. 1917; V. P. Welch, Oct 1, 1917, to Feb. 20, 1918; John W. Herring, Mar 12, 1918, to May, 1920; I. D. Stone, Nov. 1, 1920, to Feb. 21, 1922; J. W. Fifield, Nov. 2, 1922, to Sept. 1, 1924; R. E. E. HarknesS, Oct. 1, 1924, to June 30, 1927; Merodach Green, Sept. 1, 1927, to Feb. 1, 1931; C. Franklin Parker, Sept. 27, 1931, to June 15, 1932; W. D. Pratt, Oct 2, 1932, to April 15, 1936; Kenneth Murphy, Aug. 23, 1936 {incumbent). The resignation of A. S. Wright as treasurer over a long term of years was accepted with d hearty vote of thanks for his faithful and efficient service. In 1911 the chUrch had two subordinate societies called the Ladies' Aid and the Friends in Council, which were ultimately merged, into the Friendly Aid society, which has always done effective work for the church. Present Officers The present Officers and Organizations ot the church and their officers are as follows: Pastor—Rev. Kenneth Murphy. Organist—Louise Jung, Clerk—Walter T. Wheeler. Financial Secretary and Treasurer— Cora White. Custodian of Poor Fund—William Kapping. Trustees —Ralph A. McConnell, Frank J. Hendricks, Joel F. Hoke, Eva Huffman, William P. Rapping, Mrs. Isa Macintyre; Gladys Mills, Junior Member; Raymond Francisco, Junior Member. Deacons—Walter T. Wheeler, Arch Hill, Charles B. Wright, Leroy Kreuger, Junior Deacon; George Mills, Junior Deacon. Friendly Aid Society President—Mrs. F. B. McConnell. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Cyrus Van Dien, Vice-President—Mrs. Roy J. Stewart. Secretary—Belle Kimball. Treasurer—Mrs, E, L. Francisco. Young Women's Evening League President—Mrs. Eva Kapping. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Marian Hanley. Secretary-Treasurer—Mrs. Grace Hibbard. Flame Society Presidents— Betty Francisco and Robert Diggins. Secretary—Evelyn Knaack. Treasurer—Ray Knaack. Chairman, Social Action COmmittee—Joel Hoke. Boy Scout Troop Committee—Arch Hill, Dr. L. Metcalf and H. C. Gensch. GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Believing that it was expedient to organize an English Lutheran church in Woodstock, in 1907 Frank Wienke, Frank Foote, William Kiel and Malte Schwabe directed a request to Rev. William Eckert at Racine, Wis., who forwarded the same to ReV. A. C. Anda, then western superintendent of home missions in North America, and Rev. Anda came to Woodstock, gathered a bunch of sympathetic souls together and held a meeting at which he delivered the sermon at the first service on March 17, 1907, and at which the service was conducted by Mr. J. J. Meyers, of the Chicago Lutheran seminary. About 75 were present at this meeting, from which has grown, with phenomenal success, this prosperous and active society. All of the preliminaries having been properly attended to, a business meeting was called, of which Rev. Anda was chairman and Malte Schwabe secretary, and an organization was perfected that has grown steadily with the increasing years. On May 8, 1907, Rev. Henry J. Behrens took charge of the work, coming quite regularly from the Chicago Lutheran seminary at Maywood until he was ordained in June of the same year. At a congregational meeting following the services a constitution was presented and adopted, and the first church council was elected, consisting of Frank Wienke, Clayton C. Harting, Fred Readel, John Wienke, Frank Foote and Charles Peterson. Up to June of 1908 services were held in the German Presbyterian church on Washington street on Sunday afternoons, which hour was later changed to the mornings. Kaufman Came In 1909 Rev. H. J. Behrens having received a call to Rose Bay, Nova Scotia, in October of 1908, he resigned and left in November; and until August of the following year the pulpit was filled by a number of students from the seminary, but in the meantime Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, of Aurora, preached a trial sermon and he was called, accepting the charge on Aug. 2, 1909, and was duly installed on Sept. 19 following. At this time there were four congregations meeting in this church— the German Presbyterians, German Lutherans, Danish and English Lutherans—-and steps were taken to acquire the church building for the exclusive use of Grace Evangelical Lutheran church, the committee consisting of C. C. Harting, Frank Foote, Gus Handel, Ed Readel and Rev. Kaufman, who purchased the property for $2,000 and a complete settlement was made the following February, which included a donation of $125 from the German Presbyterian society. Following a humble beginning, several additions were made to the edifice, substantial improvements were made on the church, electric lights and other accessories were added, including a furnace for heating, and the entire expense of about $9,000 was met by subscriptions and cash, making the property one of the most complete church establishments in the city. 1100 Communicants So steadily and substantially has the membership of the church grown since its inauguration that at the present time the membership approximates 1,100 communicants. Much of the success of this organization has been due to the energy and title spirit the beloved pastor, Rev. Kaufman, who has managed to maintain cordiality and unity among the members, and thus he presides over the second largest Congregation in the city—thrifty, militant and growing steadily, so that there is no foretelling what the ultimate size of the organization will be. There are a number of communicants who come as far as 20 miles to attend the Sunday services. So popular and so well known has become this church that Rev. Kaufman, of late, has performed most of the marriage services Of couples who have come from outside places to be united in holy wedlock. Church Officers: The present church officers are: Secretary—Andrew Clausen,Treasurer—Frank Foote. Benevolent Treas.—Roscoe Jepsen. Statistician—Walter Torgeson. Property Man—Harry Peteit. Fin. Sec—Roy Christiansen, Clarence Foote. These constitute the board of deacons and the board of trustees. The church has several auxiliary organizations officered as follows: Grace Lutheran Circle President—Mrs, Grace Sohst. Vice Pres.—Mrs. Ruth Weiswedel. Secretary—Mrs. Marian Rasmussen. Treasurer—Mrs. Cecil Allen. Grace Ladles' Aid Society President—Mrs. Minnie Heider. 1st Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Iver Johnson. 2nd Vice Pres.—Mrs. Max Schmidt. Secretary—Mrs. Chris Andersen. Treasurer—Mrs, Reka Luedtke. Pianist—Mrs. Ira Trumble. Grace Brotherhood President—Edwin Schroeder. Vice-Pres.—Charles Kirkman. Secretary—Roscoe Jepsen. Treasurer—Carl Senz. Woman's Missionary Society President—Mrs. Howard Stone. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Carl Swanson. Secretary—Mrs. Gus Thon. Treasurer—Mrs. Egbert Evans. The choir leader is Harry Abraham, and the organists are Ethel Wienke and Mrs. George. Burney. Sunday School: There are about 335 members of the Sunday school, of which Miss Ethel Wienke is the superintendent. Miss Stella Jensen is primary superintendent; Mrs. Vernon Burke, in charge of the nursery department, and Mrs. Roscoe Jepsen in charge of the Cradle Roll. Officers of the Luther League are: President—Fred Fotzler. Vice-Pres.—Robert Kreier. Secretary—Violet Heider. Cor. Sec;—Helen Weiswedel. Treasurer—Evelyn Baymiller. German Presbyterian This church, which disorganized about 1908 or 1909, when the church building was acquired by the Grace Evangelical Lutherans, was an offshoot of the old church on Queen Anne prairie, which had been in existence since 1853. In 1881 a church edifice was erected on Washington street, a short distance west of Tryon. Rev. Jacob Kolb was the pastor at that time. The committee to raise the funds for the erection of the church was Fred Renich, Henry Herman and Jacob Zimmer. Fred Renich, father of the Sentinel editor, was superintendent of the Sunday school, and after his death in 1890, his widow carried on these duties for many years. Others prominent in the work of this society were Miss Emma Zimmer, who served as organist for a long time, Fred Eppel, Henry Schneider, Sr., the Hansmans, Michael Schneider, the Schaafs, Kapplers, Arnolds, Bachmans and Eckert families. For a number of years after the retirement of Rev. Kolb, the Rev. E. Benzing of Chicago served the church membership by visits here every two weeks. When the church edifice was sold to the Grace Lutherans, the congregation, then reduced by reason of deaths to a comparatively small group, took letters of dismissal and joined with other local churches. The funds from the sale of the church property were distributed to local churches and charities and the history of this church became a closed book. PRESIDENT BOARD OF EDUCATION. DISTRICT NO. 72 REV. ROGER. C. KAUFMAN [photo] Mr. Kaufman is the dean of Woodstock pastors. He came to Woodstock in 1909, and has been here almost 28 years. Besides his pastoral work, which is very heavy, he takes time to serve as President of Board of, Education, District No. 72, President of the Woodstock hospital board, which will erect a new building this summer at a cost of over $65,000 for building and equipment, member of library board, Civic club and many other activities, not connected with his church. The writer believes Mr. Kaufman carries a heavier responsibility of duties than any other citizen of Woodstock, to every one of which he gives a full measure of attention. He is loved and respected by the entire community. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH [photo] This picture is an artist's conception, drawn before the remodelling of the old Baptist church was done a number of years ago. The original building was erected in 1866 and had the usual church steeple, which was wrecked in a severe storm a number of years ago and not rebuilt. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH [photo] This church was built in 1882. Previous to that time the Presbyrterians worshipped in the "old brick church," a large and commodious building erected in the early fifties, now used as a store house by the Dacy Lumber company. The new church has been added on since it was first built. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH [photo] Originally this was the German Presbyterian church located on Washington street, but in the years following purchase of the property by the Grace Lutherans the building was remodelled, more than doubled in size and changed entirely in appearance both within and on the outside. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE FTVE CHURCHES FILL IMPORTANT ROLL IN COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN This church was organized Feb. 23, 1846, with Rev. J. B. Plumsted officiating, and the following named had gathered in the little church that stood Where the brick church was later erected, they constituting the charter membership of the church. They had received letters of dismissal from the New School Presbyterian church of Virginia Settlement as follows: Mustoe Given, Allen Dufield, Jesse Slaven. Ann Slaven, Margaret J. Slaven, Naomi C. Slaven, Charles Dufield, Andrew Scott, James Scott, Sarah Scott, Caleb Williams, Cardelia Williams, John Given, Isabella Given, Thomas Lindsay, Mary A. Lindsay, William Gilbert, Catharine Gilbert, William D. Given and Rachel B. Given. These organized into "the old school Presbyterian church according to confession of faith and rules of the Presbyterian church of the United States of America," in the words of the first records, which were signed by Jesse Slaven, clerk. The first ruling elders selected were Mustoe Given, Allen Dufield and Jesse Slaven. Shortly thereafter the little old church building of the organization was moved to Queen Anne prairie, when the brick church was erected on the same site and was used as a house of worship until 1882, when, because of the noise of the trains so near by, the church officials purchased from T. J. Dacy the lots at the corner of Tryon and Calhoun streets, where a residence was located, and there they erected the present edifice, which was dedicated on Christmas day, 1882, during the pastorate of Rev. John D. McLean, being freed of debt through the generosity of those present at the dedicatory services. Later an addition was built to accommodate the Y. P. S. C. E. and the growing needs of the Sunday-school and also to provide a kitchen and dining-room for the social affairs of the society. Rev. Todd First Pastor Rev. Richard Kimball Todd served the church as pastor from the time of its organization until 1865, a period of 18 years, and often occupied the pulpit as supply during the succeeding years. Rev. Samuel Cox Hay acted as a supply for a time after Rev. Todd relinquished the pastorate, was pastor from 1870 to 1874, during which time he was compelled to have a supply several times in the person of Rev. Charles Ryder because of a difficulty with his throat, and again took up the charge in May, 1883, remaining until 1911, when he concluded a service of 28 consecutive years, during which he acquired the love and respect of the entire community. His entire pastorate covered more than 30 years, and he did not long survive bis surrender of the same. The interim between the Todd pastorate and 1869 supplies occupied the pulpit in the persons of John Blood, 1865-6, and John Thomas, 1866-9. Those who have served since that date were: R. Carter Kirkwood, 69-70; J. Emery Fisher, 74-7; John D. McLean, 77-83; Lafayette D. Beck 1912-17; W. J. McDermott, less than a year in 1917; R. B. Guthrie, 17-24; Prof. Crawford, supply; E. Kreider Hershey, 25-30; Glenn 0. Canfield, 30-33; Austin Heuver, Sept. 33, incumbent. Sorosis Society The Sorosis society was organized on Oct. 31, 1901, and has been n strong auxiliary of the church. Its present officers are: president—Mrs. Lucy H. Renich. Vice President—Mrs. Flora Johnson. Second Vice-President— Mrs. Clara Richards. Secretary—Mrs. Bess Lawrie. Treasurer—Mrs. Delia Rohloff. Calling Committee— Mrs. Margaret Daniels. Flower Committee—Mrs. Ida Mead. Woman's Missionary Society One of the oldest societies in the church, having to do with the general subject of missions, is this organization that has existed and has done good work throughout the years. Its present officers are named as follows: President—Mrs. Emma Buell. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Elmer A. Gregory. Second Vice-President — Mrs. A. Dwight Osborn. Secretary—Mrs. O. G. Mead. Corresponding Secretary—Mrs. T. Zimmermann. Treasurer—Mrs. Bruce W. Lawrie. Secretary Literature—Mrs. E. Eddy. Secretary Education — Miss Lulu Delamere. Secretary Spiritual Life Group— Mrs. M. G. Eckert. Membership—Margaret Daniels. Secretary Young People's Work — Mrs. Dora Taylor. Secretary Over-Seas National Missions—Mrs. James Watt. Ladies' Aid Society One of the oldest auxiliaries of the church, whose present officers are: President—Mrs. Exa Allen. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. A. Dwight Osborn. Second Vice-President — Mrs. Lulu Hakes. Sec.-Treas.—Mrs- Dora Taylor. This organization has always done much towards the furnishing of the church and the care of the same throughout the years. Ruth Service Guild One of the youngest organizations is the Ruth Service Guild, started as a missionary auxiliary. Its officers at this time are: President—Mrs. Wilna Abraham. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Eleanor Masslich. Secretary—Mrs. Hazel Beardsley. Treasurer—Mrs. Mac Rathbun. Historian—Miss Lillian Schroeder. Musician—Mrs. Blanche Cairns. Publicity—Mrs- Gwyneth Cummins. Flowers—Mrs. Shirley Reese. Rummage—Mrs. Edna Ebert and Miss Stella Stupfel. Ways and Means—Mrs. Mary Klemme, Miss Jean Mathison, Mrs. Birdie Schroeder and Mrs. Florence Wrigley. FIRST RESIDENT PREACHER REV. R. K. TODD [Engraving] REV. SAMUEL C. HAY [photo] Beloved pastor of the Presbyterian church for 33 years. Mr. Hay's ministrations to the poor and lowly and his nobleness of heart and character will live in memory until the last child who knew him passes to the Beyond. Died July 17, 1911. CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH [photo] This church edifice was built in 1906 and completed in 1907, at a cost of about $12,000. This was accomplished largely through the efforts of Rev. C. H. Bente, who was pastor here at that time. METHODIST EPISCOPAL This society in Woodstock was organized in October 1850, by Rev. Morehouse, although there had been various work along this line during earlier years of the county, when pioneer preachers visited all of the region between Marengo and McHenry on the east and Beloit and Rockford on the west in what was known as circuit riders and theirs was a strenuous life, the first having been a mission to the Indians who then inhabited this territory. When Centerville, later changed to Woodstock, arose Woodstock was a preaching point in the Crystal Lake circuit. When the local church was organized the following named appeared as charter members: L. Cutting and wife, Mrs. C. Ramsay. Mrs. Dr. Rose, Mrs. Mary Sherwood, George Starr and wife, Silas Wilson and wife and William Montgomery and wife. The first church officers were George Starr, S. O. Gregory, W. H. Murphy, Silas Wilson, James G. Murphy, John Rider, Andrew Murphy and Owen Murphy, stewards; Charles McClure and I. H. Fairchild, local preachers. The Methodists built a church at Virginia settlement, north of Ridgefield in 1838, which was blown down in a storm, and in 1849 they erected a church on Queen Anne prairie and at Franklinville, April 29, 1848, a committee consisting of Mr. Bentley, J. K. Torbutt and M. J. Rider was appointed to estimate the cost of building a church at Woodstock, but the church they contemplated was never built. First Meetings The first meetings of the local organization were held in a school house and later in the old Excelsior and Phoenix halls on the south side of the square, and in 1862 they purchased the Baptist church, mentioned elsewhere in this department, which they used until 1971, when the house of worship was erected at Throop and South streets that was destroyed by fire, Feb. 4, 1923. During the construction of this church a tremendous windstorm broke and it was only by strenuous efforts that the frame work was held in place until the wind subsided. This was one of the largest and most commodious places of meeting in the city for many years. It cost $8,000. The new house of worship was constructed during the pastorate of Rev. John M. Schneider and was dedicated by Bishop Thomas Nicholson on March 9, 1924. Its cost was $78,000, and under Rev. Schneider's direction the entire amount was raised and nearly all of it paid into the treasury. A slab "dedicated to the memory of George and Eleanor Bentley and J. M. Matheny, whose devotion to this church shall never be forgotten," tells a story of faithfulness to duty and help in a financial way that speaks louder than the words. William Class and Mrs. Julia Herrington were also generous benefactors of the church. Notable Pastorates There have been some memorable pastorates in this well-known church, particularly worthy of mention being those of Rev. N. A. Sunderlin. who served the congregation and the public for nine years, making a record that has been unexcelled in Methodism in Illinois, and the pastorate of Rev. Samuel Earngey, who later became a bishop, was also of note, for it was during his tenure that several memorable revivals were held, the most noteworthy evangelist having been Mrs. Caldwell, who thrilled her audiences by her zeal and devotion bringing many prominent citizens into the fold. The present membership of the church is about 500, and the church is abundantly equipped to give the community and its families a noble service for many years to come, list of Pastors According to a brochure issued by Rev. George T. Nesmith, containing complete directors covering all of the ttctivities of the church, the following named having been its pastors from the beginning to the present date: Samuel Richardson (local elder); C. Lazenby; J. W. Agard; L. K. Davis; W. C. Willing; Edmund Cook; H. L. Martin; G. Wallace, 1847; Rev. Morehouse, 1850; Rev. Guyer, 1855; Rev. Burlimgame, 1856; Edward Brown, 1857; Joseph Hartwell, 1858; D. W. Lynn, 1859; G. G. Lyon, 1860; Edward Brown, 1861; W. H. Smith, 1862; W. A. Cross, 1864; M. B. Cleveland, 1865; G. L. Stuff, 1867; Calvin Brookings, 1868; S. T. Show, 1871; M. H. Triggs, 1872; N. D. Fanning, 1873; E. M. Boring, 1874; J. Hartman, 1874; Alonzo Newton, 1875; Samuel Earngey, 1877; John Adams, 1881; George K. Hoover, 1883; M. H. Plumb, 1885; Henry Lea, 1887; J. J. Walter, 1889; Frank R. McNamer, 1892; N. A. Sunderlin, 1895: Thomas G. Cocks, 1904; J. W. Hackley. 1906; Truman R. Greene, 1909; C. D. Wilson, 1914; J. A. Matlack, 1917; F. A. Graham, 1918; J. M. Schneider, 1922; George T. Nesmith, 1926; Roderick Murray, 1930; Joseph Burrows, 1935; Albert A. Bauman, 1936; J. R. Drees, 1936 (incumbent). The interim between the successive dates indicates the length of service of the respective pastors, as they served by designation of the annual conferences of the church and the bishop of the conference. Church Officers Current church officers are: Board of Trustees—L. G. Wilcox, George A. Hunt, E. E. Greenley, Thos M. Reese, Howard Sears, Guy E. Still, Wm. S. McConnell, V. D. Sherburne, Clarence A. Coonrad. Board of Stewards—J. W. Moore, Dr. O. W. McClusky, L. W. Gratton, Mrs. Henry Pugh, Mrs. G. L. Miller, E. E. McBroom, W. P. Miller, Melvin Belcher, Mrs. Carrie Wehner, Daniel Andrew, Clifford Harvey, Miss Carrie Rushton, Otto Lindgren, Clarence A. Coonrad, Mrs. Ella Moore, R. O. Andrew; J. McBroom, Anna Spencer, Myrtle Housholder, Lura Still. Mrs Minnie Brown, Dr. O. E. Nelson, Robert Peacock, James Tappan, Dr. H W. Sandeen, Charles H. Francis, W. H Robinson, Chas. H. Belcher, Mrs. Earle Bigelow, John H. Brock, H. F. Eames. Ed. C. Becking, Mrs. E. A. Dibler, Clair Little, Dwight Wilson, Walter Wagner, Leslie Warren, Ruth Bigelow. There are numerous subordinate officers and societies within the church, named as follows: Recording Steward— Myrtle Housholder. Treasurer—Donald Still. Treasurer Benevolences— Carrie Wehner. Director Religious Education—Clifford Harvey. Director Social and Recreational Life—Ernest Hanson. Superintendent Church School—Mrs Howard Sears. Superintendent Queen Esthers—Mrs. H. F. Eames. President Epworth League— Scout Master—Ed. Dibler. Delegate to Conference —Chas. H. Francis. Alternate Delegate—-W. H. Robinson; Woman's Foreign Missionary Society Present officers of this organization are: President—Mrs. John Conerty. Vice-President—Mrs. J. R. Drees. Secretary—Mrs. C. H. Francis. Treasurer—Mrs. E. E. Greenley. Young Women's Missionary Society Those holding office in this society are: President—Miss Jennie Cairns. Vice-President—Mrs. Orville Kerns. Secretary—Mrs. Thelma Burden. Treasurer—Mrs. Olive Still. Dorcas Society Present officers are: President—Mrs. E. L. Martin. 1st Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Earle Bigelow. 2nd. Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Carrie Wehner, Secretary—Mrs. Will Belcher. Treasurer—Mrs. Irene Dietz. Women's Home Missionary Society Officers of this organization are: President—Mrs. G. J. Miller, 1st Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Chas. Belcher. 2nd Vice-Pres.—Mrs. Geo. Beu. 3rd Vice-Pres—Miss Mildred Young. Rec. Sec—Mrs. I. R. Kelsey. Cor. Sec.—Mrs. H. O. Sears. Treasurer—Mrs. Minnie Brown. Mothers' Jewels—Mrs. Carrie Wehner. Spiritual Life—Mrs. E. E. Greenley. Christian Citizenship—Miss Lorraine Curtis. Missionary Education — Mrs. Will Robinson. Mite Box—Mrs. David Floyd. Thank Offering—Mrs. G. J. Miller. EPWORTH LEAGUE There are two Epworth Leagues in this church, the Senior League and the Hi group. Present officers in the Senior organization are: President—Lois Turner. Vice Presidents—Leota Becking, Edward Spencer, Chas. Redeker. Secretary—Walter Silliman. Treasurer—Billy Sandeen. Pianist—Carl McBroom. Councilor—Mr. and Mrs. John Brock. In the High League the following officers preside: President—Ed. Dibler, Jr. 1st Vice Pres.—James Sebastian. 2nd Vice Pres.-Robert Lee. 3rd Vice. Pres.-Jean Grammar and June Meyer. 4th Vice-Pres.—Billy Sandeen. Secretary—Robert McBroom. Treasurer—Howard McBroom. Pianists—Muriel Sandeen and Frances Stovall. Councilor—Mrs. Ole Lee. REV N. A. SUNDERLIN [photo] Rev. Sunderlin's pastorate in Woodstock was from 1895 until 1904. After his retirement from active service he took up his permanent residence here, where he continued to give of his talent and rich experiences much of good to the entire community. He was loved by all, and his wide acquaintance and spirit of Christian helpfulness brought him into many homes of sorrow, to which he brought consolation and peace. He died May 2, 1835, aged 86 years. FREE METHODIST This society was organized here about the year 1887, although most of its members had worshiped in the little church at Pleasant Valley, about four miles south of town, for many years. Its first meetings were held at the Orphans' home and at the homes of members. In the year 1893 a small brick church was erected at the corner of Jefferson and East Jackson streets, modest in appearance, but cosy and comfortable, and it was dedicated free of debt. About the year 1905, with an abiding faith in the future, the members erected a new edifice at the corner of East street and McHenry avenue, and has since prospered and flourished there. For several years the pastor was John Harvey, who also served two other charges. He was succeeded by Charles B. Wetherell, who, after a few years of service, withdrew from the church and became a member of the Methodist Episcopal conference. Later Rev. Wilkinson and Rev. Willing served the church. The present pastor is Rev. Newton W. Fink. The church has a fine Sunday-school of which Mrs. Flora Clyde is superintendent; Mana Gillim. sec-treas., and Newton Fink chorister. The board of trustees includes: Herbert Kiltz, Herbert Gensch, Chas. Mibbens, E. H. Fritz. Woman's Missionary Society. President—Mrs. Lydia Gaudin. Secretary—Mrs. Mae Kiltz. Treasurer—Mrs. Eva Marshall. Young People's Society: Superintendent—Mrs. N. W. Fink. President—Mrs. Wendel Sparrow. Secretary—Leroy Carlson. Treasurer—Newton Fink. Junior Missionary Society: Miss Elizabeth Everitt is superintendent of this group of young people. St. John's Evangelical Lutheran As far back as 1869 Lutheran clergymen came to Woodstock to serve the few Lutheran families with the Word of God. During the first six years divine services were conducted in private homes by the following ministers: Henry Schmidt, Sr., of Dundee, F. W. Richman, of Elgin, and Adam Detzer, of Des Plaines. In later years the members assembled in the lecture room of the old Methodist Episcopal church and in the G. A. R. hall. In the fall of 1875, under the leadership of Pastor H. G. Schmidt, of Crystal Lake, about thirteen men united in establishing a Lutheran congregation and adopted a constitution, in which they declared and confessed that the Bible, the inspired Word of God, alone was and should be norm and rule of doctrine and practice among them. In 1892 the congregation, then numbering about 25 families, purchased a vacant church building for the price of $1,700. The future looked, rosy, and the prospects bright. But hardly were the necessary alterations completed when this house of worship was destroyed by fire. In the year 1898 the Lord gladdened the hearts of His faithful flock with the realization of a new church edifice. This building cost approximately $3,000, including interior decorations. It may be of interest to know that among the voting members whose names appeared en the membership role in 1898 the following are still with us: Carl Sahs, August Kindt, Carl Ohlrich, Henry Schmarje, Carl Hoebe, Carl Puttbrese and William Kunde. In the month of June, 1907, the Gilmore property, one block south of the church, was secured for a parsonage at a cost of $4,000, on which the present parsonage was built. Church Pastors During the past sixty years the following ministers served this congregation: H. G. Schmidt, 1875-1880; M. Heier, 1880-1883; Carl Schmidt, 1883-1894; H. Engelbrecht, 1894-1896; H. Dannenfeldt. 1896-1902; J. Bertram, 1902-1912; H. Laufer, 1912-1927; Paul Reetz, 1927-1929; and since February, 1930 Herman P. Meyer has been serving the congregation. Since 1910 the congregation has also maintained a Christian day-school, in which Christian principles permeate the entire course of studies. The Christian day-school promotes the growth of baptismal grace, and imparts intelligent knowledge of Christian religion. It lays the foundation for nonest and honorable citizenship, Christian conscience and character. Called teachers having served the school were Messrs. Ernst and Koester, and at the present time, E. Wittmus. Supply teachers were Messrs. Allman, Amt, and Senne. Additional religious instruction is given in the Sunday-school, week-day religious class and Bible class. The St. John's congregation is ruled by a general voters' body made up of four deacons, three trustees, secretary, treasurer and. chairman. The four deacons are John Ritter, Sr., Paul Hildebrandt, August Gerloff and Marcellus Senne. Trustees are Gust Guhrke, Frank Schuett and Albert Gerloff. Secretary—E. Wittmus. Treasurer—Edward Senne. Financial Secretary—Ernest Foote. Chairman—Harold Beth. School deacons are: Albert Steinway and Max Schmarje. St. John's Ladies' Aid. The present officers are: President—Mrs. Harold Schmidt. Treasurer—Mrs. Chas. Corey. Secretary—Mrs. H. Meyer. Walther League Present officers are: President—John Musser. Secretary—Audrey Ladwig. Treasurer—Wm. Musser. SCIENTIST A small group interested in Christian Science held their first meeting in the home of one of the group, Jan. 5, 1908. From that time on, the Sunday services were held regularly and on Wednesday evening, Sept. 29, 1908 the first mid-week Service was held. A children's class was started on October 16, 1910, and met regularly from then on. On January l, 1911, a room in the county court house, in Woodstock, was secured in which to hold the services. These early students organized as the Christian Science Society of Woodstock, Illinois, July 30, 1912, and continued to hold services in the county court house until the residence on a lot on the corner of Dean and South streets was purchased, August 1, 1914. and the residence remodelled. Following the occupancy of this building a Christian Science Reading Room was opened in April, 1915, in part of this same building. First Church of Christ, Scientist, Woodstock, Illinois, the outgrowth of the Christian Science Society, was incorporated Jan. 27, 1916. Since that time this church has continued to grow and it is with deep gratitude that the Board of Directors announce that the erection of a new church building on this same location, is now In process of construction. This new church edifice on the south-west corner of South and Dean streets is nearing completion and when finished will be one of the most beautiful edifices in Woodstock. The editor sincerely regrets that he is unable to present a picture in this edition. W. C. T. U. While not a church organization, this society's work is of such a purely moral and religious character, although absolutely non-sectarian, that it is deserving of mention in this connection. The first organization of the W. C. T. U. in this city was perfected more than twenty years ago, and it has steadily grown in membership and usefulness up to the present time. Regular semi-monthly meetings are held, and all lines of W.C.T.U. work are prosecuted with vigor and intelligence. Its membership embraces the representative motherhood of the city. Its present officers are: President—Mrs. Eva Marshall. Vice-Pres—-Mrs. John Conerty. Secretary—Mrs. Mattie Dermott. Treasurer—Mrs. Lydia Gaudin. Publicity—Miss Ora Senger. OLD METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH [photo] This picture will bring back many fond recollections of old timers who over the years worshipped in this building. It was destroyed by fire about 15 years ago, and in a short time after a beautiful new edifice costing almost $80,000 was erected under the direction of Rev. J. M. Schneider, and dedicated by Bishop Nicholson on March 9, 1924. Woodstock Nash-LaFayette Sales WM. H. SCHMIDT - C.A.COREY Phone 569 410 Clay Street Exclusive Agents For Nash and Lafayette Cars For Woodstock and Sharon, Wis. Also Handling Reo Trucks. We are equipped to service and repair all makes of cars. Good buys in used cars at all times. They are sold with a positive guarantee on any car $200 and over. Texaco Gasoline, Oils and Greases WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition Page Six CHURCES FILL IMPORTANT ROLL IN COMMUNITY CATHOLIC St. Mary's church was organized in Woodstock about the year 1854 by Father McMahon, who died of yellow fever in the South five years later. Among prominent and influential citizens who assisted in the organization were: Neill Donnelly, John Donnelly, Francis Short and John J. Murphy. The organization first held services at Hartland until 1856, when the first church edifice was erected on what is now Lincoln avenue at a cost of $4,000, with a seating capacity of 250. In 1881 the building was remodeled and improved and its seating capacity increased to 400, and the property was valued at $12,000. This church served the organization, comprising a membership of about 1,000, until 1909, when the present church on Tryon street was erected at a cost of $60,000, its dedication on Passion Sunday, 1910, being by Bishop Muldoon and marking an event in the religious history of the city, and many prominent local protestants assisted in presenting the musical program on that happy occasion. Three years later the church was free of debt, and the pipe organ, a gift of Mrs. Murphy, in memory of her daughter, Evelyn, cost $7,000. Rev. D. J. Conway, the priest in charge when this pretentious improvement was made, proved himself a fine administrator. Other improvements made on the property have been of great proportions until no point in the state can show a more comprehensive equipment for the purposes of the Catholic organization. School Built In 1916 The original brick church was demolished in 1916 and in its stead arose a beautiful two-story parochial school building that is the pride of the people. It has capacity for the accommodation of the Catholic children in the grades and in the high school, with a commodious auditorium and a club room of ample size. It, and the added ground cost the parish about $50,000. Only a few years ago the organization constructed an immense gymnasium just north of the new church which is used by the church and the community in general for various athletic and sporting events and has been the scene of many interesting contests of skill and endurance. In the early days this parish was attended from Hartland and mass was offered in private homes, the priests who attended having been Rev. Fathers Hugh T. Brady, 51-2; and P. Hampton, May 53-55. The first resident pastor was Father Bernard O'Hara, 55-8, and succeeding him following named: James Meagher, 59-60, associated with Father Hempstead; Terrence Fitzsimmons, 60-8; J. M. Ryan, part of 68; P. W. Riordan, assisted by Peter Sheedy and Father Egan, 68-9; Thomas Quigley, part of 69; L. Lightner, 69-70; Lawrence J. Dunn, 70-1, J. Lyons and Rev. Ryan, D. D.; John Carroll, 70-7; Thomas F. Leydon, 77-85; James F. Clancy, 85-95; H. F. Quinn, 95-05; M. F. Gilmartin, 05-9; D. J. Conway, 09-29; J. M. Lonergan, 29-34; J. M. Egan, incumbent). Various Church Societies The church maintains an Altar and Rosary society, a Mariola club, a Junior and Senior Holy Name society, and a large lodge of the Knights of Columbus, besides a well-attended Sunday-school. It was during Rev. Gilmartin's pastorate that a new Parish house was built, ground was added to the cemetery and the first $30,000 were collected for the new church, of which $20,000 had been given by Mrs. Elizabeth Murphy. The corner stone of this new church was solemnly placed by Rev. Bishop Muldoon on May 23, 1909. The first baptism in the church was on April 4, 1852, the participant being Katherine, daughter of James and Katherine Quinn. The first marriage solemnized there was on May 27, 1852, the contracting parties having been John Long and Johanna Haley. Benefactors whose names are worthy of mention in the early church of St. Mary's were Neill Donnelly, Mrs. Cornelius Quinlan and Mrs. Elizabeth Murphy. The school has about 200 pupils, with about 25 in the high school. Conspicuous in the choir of this church for many years were such well-known vocalists as the Misses Quinlan, the Misses Murphy, the first Alois Dreyer and many others. Present officers of organizations in St. Mary's church are: Holy Name Society President—Joseph E. Neiles. Vice-President—Charles E. Murphy. Secretary—James R. Riley, Jr. Treasurer—H. T. Cooney. Spiritual Director—Fr. Jos. M. Egan. Mariola Club President—Mrs. Kathryn Cooney. Vice-President—Mrs. Richard Farrell. Secretary—Mrs. Irwin Burger. Treasurer—Miss Lillian McGee. Altar and Rosary Society Officers at the present time are: President—Mrs. Ray Corr. Vice-President—Mrs. Frank Purvey. Sec.-Treas. —Mrs. John Ryan. Young Ladies' Sodality, The present officers are: President—Loretta Buckley. Vice-President—Lucile Koca. Secretary—Mildred Wiseman. Treasurer—Catherine Schroeder. St. Mary's Graduates The graduates of St. Mary's high school since the first commencement exercises have been as follows: Class of 1927 Harold R. Ewen, Mildred C. Rabbitt, Walter A. Guth, Marie J. Haznow, Lucille R. Pete,r Avice D. Pierce, Adalbert J. Anderson, Margaret M. Hallisy, Mary G. Hangarter, Marie M. O'Holleran, Clayton L. Wallis, Eldridge W. Wilcox, Mary M. Walsh, Marie L. Wurtzinger, Mary E. Goodman, Margaret Feuerhorn. Class of 1928 James F. Bovis, Adeline M. Peter, Ethel L. Green, Charles G. Pratt, Georgia M. Brennan. Class of 1929 Harold Stone, Raymond Hallisy, Lyle Desmond, Eugene O'Connor, Frances Haley, Armour Wallace, William Wurtzinger. Class of 1930 Mary Fuchs, Mary E. Stone, Edna Guth, Margaret Nihan, Helen Hayes, George Welcome, Mary Horick, Raymond Rabbitt, Charles McGee, Lucille McGuire, Lela Pratt, Frederick Brink, Louise Trott, Donald McNamara. Class of 1931 Helen A. Allen, George C. Meyers Loretto C. Brady, Alene O'Holleran, John J. Brandlin, Raymond T. Riley, Mary A. Brown, Kenneth V. Schmid, Elen M. Gaffney, Raymond A. Schmitt, John J. Green, Michael J. Brown, Alice M. Mann, Elizabeth M. Fisher, Rosemary M. Desmond. Class of 1932 Eleanor F. Corr, James R. Carlisle, Helen E. Ewen, Eugene L. O'Brien, Harold W. Haley, Cecelia C. Umathum, Marie J. Neiles, Margaret J. Leonard, Adelaide A. Muto, Norbert C. Burnham. Class of 1933 Arthur Brink, Edgar Daily, Jane Lumley, Roy Meyers, Helen O'Brien, Helen Riley, Margaret Corcoran. Catherine Allen, Richard Burke, Eleanor Desmond, Margaret Flood, Florence Gallagher, Dolores McCarthy. Class of 1934 Robert McGee, Anna Kane, Edna Riley, Grace Schmid, Sue Stone, Leo Warner, Eleanor Wilcox, Francis Mackey, Lucille Desmond, Margaret Burke, Harold Cooney, Ruth Fitzgerald. Class of 1935 Paul Brandlin, Virgene Haley, Wayne Brown, Emma Mackey, Jo Ann Burke, James Toomey, Frances Flood, Constance Clark, Margaret O'Brien. Class of 1936 Tone L. Jones, Fern E. Klicke, Helen F. White, Elwood R. Sahs, Helen T. Cooney, George J. Wurtzinger, Marguerite E. Burkhart, Charles J. Meyers, James P. Quinlan, Charles T. Trainor, J. Edwin Conway, James H. Cooney. ST. MARY'S PAROCHIAL SCHOOL [photo] Built in 1916. About 200 students from the first grade up to and including a four year high school course attend this school. REV. FATHER D. J. C0NWAY [photo] Was one of Woodstock's most beloved pastors over a period of twenty years. He came to Woodstock in 1909, succeeding Father M. S. Gilmartin. His service to his parish was most outstanding, but his service to the entire community gained for him the love and respect of Catholics and non-Catholics alike and his memory is revered by all. He died October 21, 1929, aged 65 years, the victim of a most unfortunate automobile accident, which closed a mast useful career. ST. MARY'S CHURCH In Woodstock [PHOTO] Built in 1909-10 at a cost of $60,000. This building was begun under the pastorate of Father Gilmartin, but completed under the direction of Father D. J. Conway. ST. MARY'S GYMNASIUM [photo] St. Mary's Gym. has an important place in many of Woodstock's public affairs. It has the largest floor space of any public building and is extensively used for sports, dancing and other gatherings. ST. PATRICK'S CATHOLIC CHURCH [photo] Located at Hartland This parish was in fact the parent parish of Woodstock. Until 1856 Woodstock Catholics worshipped at Hartland, and for many years the Hartland parish, consisting entirely of a farming community, has prospered, at present many of the older Catholic families have left the farm and non-Catholics taken their places. Rev. Father J. M. Tully is the present pastor. Each year during the summer months St. Patrick's holds a home coming event on one chosen Sunday at which time hundreds of former communicants and friends from Woodstock, Harvard, Chicago and elsewhere gather to worship, enjoy a bounteous chicken dinner and renew acquaintances and friendships. I CONGRATULATE THE WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL ON THEIR 80 YEARS OF SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS—AND TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK THE MANY PEOPLE WHO HAVE HELPED MAKE MY FIRST TEN YEARS IN PRACTICE A SUCCESS. Paul A. Schwabe, O. D. Cronin Style Shoppe Located in the Hoy Block A Complete Line of Women's Wear Is offered for your selection. The latest modes at reasonable prices. You Ladies we cordially invite to visit our store and inspect our display. It will be a pleasure to serve you. Hoesley's Bakery EAT Golden Crust Bread. FANCY BAKED GOODS OUR SPECIALTY EXPERT BODY AND FENDER WORK An expert on body and fender work and repainting is in our employ. We have also installed a "Sun" Motor Analyzer, giving a complete motor diagnosis and scientific tune-up. Let us make this new test on your car. HURLEY MOTOR SALES BUICK, PONTIAC CARS AND G. M. C. TRUCKS SALES AND SERVICE Telephone 640 Woodstock 106 Church St. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL. WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN The Old Original Red Front Drug Store of A. S. Wright A. S. Wright was born Feb. 14, 1847, in Pompey, Onondaga county, N.,Y. In early life he learned the drug business at Manlius, N. Y. At 16 years of age he enlisted in Company E, 22nd New York Cavalry. In the year 1864 he had charge of the medical department at Fort Schuyler, New York harbor. In the last year of the Civil war he participated in the battles of Shenandoah Valley, under General Sheridan, and was mustered out of the service at Winchester, Virginia, in August, 1865. Mr. Wright came West in 1866 and entered the drug business at Woodstock. He was then 19 years of age, and since that date has continued in business in Woodstock, a period of seventy-one years. The OLD ORIGINAL RED FRONT DRUG STORE is the oldest established business in Woodstock, continuously owned and conducted by the same person. Todd School for Boys started in 1848, the Woodstock Sentinel and Medlar's Studio in 1856, but all of these institutions have changed control during these years. Medlar's Studio was established by John S. Medlar, and is now conducted by his son, Herbert B. Medlar. When Mr. Wright came to Woodstock in 1866 he was first employed by Dr. W. P. Adams, his former employer at Manlius, N. Y. In 1869 he formed a partnership with John S. Wheat, but in 1880 he commenced business for himself and has continued alone since. Although 90 years of age Mr. Wright is personally back of the counters of his drug store every day, just as he has been over more than 70 years past and although he has an able assistant in the person of William F. Glazier, he waits personally on his many loyal patrons compounding medicines, assisting the customer in selecting merchandise, handing out cigars or wrapping packages. All honor to this veteran of business men in Woodstock. The Daily Sentinel, now celebrating its career of 80 years, in Woodstock, extends congratulations to this honored merchant who has been a loyal friend of this newspaper ever since he entered business in this city, 71 years ago. PENNY MITES IS LOCAL CHARITY ORGANIZATION (Continued from page one) have always been willing hands to help carry it on. In the early years much time was spent in making aprons, sunbonnets, garments, quilts and comforters, and the work of piecing blocks and making comforters is still carried on, but this constitutes only a fraction of the society's multitudinous activities. When the society was first organized and as the need for more money was apparent, the society added to its activities, giving entertainments, public suppers, dime teas, a band concert and using other means to raise the money. The year 1904 was its most profitable one from the money standpoint, and it was on Feb. 11 of that year that the society took full charge and edited a 16-page edition of the Woodstock Sentinel, which was twice the size of the regular issues of the paper. The business manager of this edition was Mrs. J. D. Donovan, while the editor-in-chief was Mrs. John A. Dufield, and there were many other portions of the job that were ably handled by members of the society. The effort was crowned with great success, netting the society its first $500, and so great was the success that the Chicago papers took notice of the effort and published the faces of the staff, especially the Chicago Chronicle of Feb. 21 of that year. Four years succeeding came the "Penny Mite Cook Book," dedicated to the citizens of Woodstock, and this cook book still holds a prominent place in the homes of the people, not only in Woodstock, but in other parts of the land. In 1921 a revised edition of this book was issued and dedicated "to the cherished memory of Miss Mattie Richards, former president of the Penny Mite Society, whose unceasing devotion to the aims of our organization and whose many acts of charity, made her best beloved of presidents." These books were all readily sold, and these three ventures proved financially the main foundation upon which the society has worked, although the donations of money and materials by friendly persons must not be overlooked in recounting the experiences of the years. No race, nationality or creed has been overlooked in the gracious minisrations of this noteworthy organization, and for this reason the society has been called "the society that gives everything and asks nothing"—except the good opinions of its friends and well-wishers. Throughout the years the members of the society have not overlooked the social side of life and have indulged in many social events as well as organized trips to various scenes of interest throughout the country, such as excursions to Geneva lake, Madison, Zion City, Ft. Sheridan and a tally-ho ride in Chicago, where pictures were taken for future contemplation. The trips were always financed by the individual members. To dwell upon the multitudinous activities of this organization would fill more space than can be allotted in this number of The Sentinel, but it is the truth to say that the women who have conducted the Penny Mite society have won and deserve the encomiums of a grateful populace- and undoubtedly will receive the rewards merited by those who look after "the least of these." Their names shine on "fame's eternal scroll" as surely as do those of others who have done meritorious, generous service in the cause of humanity everywhere. The personnel of the present executive committee of the society embraces the following named well-known women: Mmes. A. B. Pratt, Clara Sherman, W. F. Glazier, Kate Bennett, Geo. W. Lemmers, Clyde C. Miner, Josie Zimpelmann, Nellie Senger, Harriet Whitworth, Jacob Dellenbach, Reid A. Pratt and Charles P. Barnes. So keen is the appreciation of the writer for this splendid organization that we gladly would embalm its virtues and accomplishments in song, but the muse is too feeble to do the matter justice, so we add finis by saying, "God bless the noble doers-of-good in the Woodstock Penny Mite society." The present officers are Mrs, E. C. Bodenschatz, president; Mrs. Martha Backhus, vice-president; Mrs. Minnie Brown, secretary and Mrs. Luzena Pratt, treasurer. One Man Can Do Nothing Alone IT USED TO BE That the efforts of the individual farmer were concerned almost entirely with production problems arising within his own line fences that had to be solved by himself and his family. TODAY IT IS DIFFERENT The farm business like any other well managed manufacturing institution to be successful must invest part of its gross income in expense items relating to other activities than production such as: Research For Solving Farm Question, Information For Better Farming, Purchasing of Needed Farm Supplies, Legislative Representation, Sales Promotion for New Farm Products. The Farm Bureau is best equipped to furnish these services to farmers and at a cost much lower than that charged by industrial organizations furnishing the same quality of organization functions. Join The McHenry County Farm Bureau. We Join the Many Friends of This Newspaper In Extending 80th Anniversary Congratulations. In the 22 YEARS we have been doing business, we have made it a point to render prompt, courteous, and expert service. Our unusually large stock of new and used machinery and repairs enables us to give our customers what they want, when they want it, and at the right price. When our 80th anniversary rolls around, we hope we shall have sustained the fine record we have had in the past. BAKKOM BROS. International Harvester Co. and McCormick-Deering Dealers Hebron, Ill. Tel. 40. Woodstock, Ill. Tel. 91. Zenda, Wis. Tel. 774. We congratulate you Woodstock Daily Sentinel for your 80 years faithful service. We too celebrated our 10th Anniversary February 28th, 1937. During this time we have handled a complete line of quality groceries. Within the past year we have added a meat department so that we are now better prepared to serve the public. We carry only high grade meats. Our free delivery service stands ready to give your order prompt attention. We wish to thank all those who have made the past ten years successful ones for us and hope that we may continue to serve them. Eckert & Bending, Woodstock, Illinois. Phone 51 Phone 52 Quality Meats and Groceries PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS, EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WIENS In March, 1894, M. N. Wien came to Woodstock to make this city his permanent home, to establish a business and raise his family. For forty-three years the name Wien has been identified with Woodstock's growth and progress. In business, in civic life, in the public schools and in every local activity, both in war and in peace, the name Wien has played its part. How well—it is not for us to judge. With the growth of the Wien Department Store the reputation of M. N. Wien as a progressive merchant became favorably known far and wide, and in this field he continued to build and expand until death brought his career to a close. Wien's Women's Wear was established in 1933 by a younger generation, has taken its place in Woodstock merchandising and seeks to gain the approval of the buying public. This approval can only be obtained on merit and honest service to its patrons. The progress and growth during these few short years of Wien's Women's Wear encourages us to still greater efforts to meet the demands of our patrons. We shall strive to serve you with the newest selections and modes of the leading manufacturers always marked at the lowest consistent prices. By maintaining this policy we hope to continue to deserve and merit your patronage. At this time we congratulate the Woodstock Sentinel upon its 80th Anniversary Celebration. WIEN'S WOMEN'S WEAR We Congratulate You! Woodstock Sentinel On Your Record—80th Anniversary. INDEPENDENTLY OWNED ROYAL BLUE FOOD STORES BEST QUALITY ALWAYS. WE, TOO—Have built a record to be proud of, in the distribution of the finest Quality Foods MEATS - GROCERIES - FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES DAILY. QUALITY - ECONOMY - SERVICE, are the outstanding fundamentals of business and the strict adherence to these principles has, in the short space of less than three years made us one of the most outstanding, and complete food establishments in our entire community. This store is independently owned and operated by your fellow neighbor. Free Delivery Service in Woodstock Telephones 661 - 662 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS THIS BANK'S GROWTH The First National Bank of Woodstock, Illinois, opened for business on May 9,1934, with total deposits of $681,057.95, which had been turned over to it for distribution by a former bank. After less than three years, on February 9, 1937, its deposits had increased to $1,084,348.04. We appreciate this expression of confidence in our bank by the people of this community. We gladly make local loans on McHenry county real estate and other forms of good collateral. DIRECTORS HENRY C. MURPHY, President Upper Avenue National Bank, Chicago. GEORGE F. ECKERT, Hall & Eckert, Lumber and Coal. DAVID R. JOSLYN, JR., Attorney. WILLIAM M. CARROLL, State's Attorney McHenry County. JOHN M. HOY, CHAS. W. WHITING, FRANK J. GREEN. COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS We invite you to make a careful study of the two condensed statements of the condition of this bank published here. The first column is for the date of our opening, May 9,1934, and the second is for December 31, the last day of 1936. We are pleased to call your attention to the steady growth of deposits for each year as shown under the heading "Growth of Deposits." Call This Bank "Your Bank" We will be glad to serve you. OFFICERS HENRY C. MURPHY, Chairman of the Board FRANK J. GREEN, President GEORGE F. ECKERT, Vice President JOHN M. HOY, Vice President and Cashier CHAS. W. WHITING, Vice President F. V. GIESSELBRECHT, Assistant Cashier E. F. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition. LODGES AND SOCIETIES ARE ACTIVE Woodstock Is A City Filled With Neighborliness and Cordiality of Social Activities MUSIC HATH CHARMS; TALENT AND LEADERS MAKE FOR SUCCESS A historical sketch of Woodstock would not be complete without mention of the musical talent and the musical organizations of the city that have existed since the earliest days. Up to about the opening of the present century the principal and most conspicuous musical organization was the Spring City band, which had a rather fitful existence from 1885 until the opening of this century. For several years it was directed by Erastus E. Richards, without whose skillful and energetic services the musical life of the city would have been drear indeed, for his chief diversion and exhilaration was in fields musical as choir and band and orchestra leader and as a singer with an impressive tenor voice. He was the inspiration for many musical entertainments and dozens of singers and instrumentalists have felt the thrill of his dominant personality. The Spring City band of 1895 was composed of E. E. Mead, Geo. W. Field, Fred H. Raymond, H. F. Schneider, Samuel Mills, Michael G. Eckert, Edward L. Hanaford, Alvin Austin, B. A. Wager, Geo. W. Frame, V. E. Jones and George Hyde. There were times when the personnel embraced as many as 26 members. The band of 1886 was under the leadership of Albert N. Soper, formerly of Elgin, and it was under his leadership that the writer of this article was serenaded by this band when he brought his bride to Woodstock in the fall of 1886. Another band organization in vogue just near the end of the 19th century was called the Little Cyclone, which was organized in 1893, with the following named members: F. H. Raymond, B. A. Wager, Lynn F. Sherman, Del. Olmstead, M. Thomas, Clifford V. Sherman, Elmer L. Stone, Clarence Woodard, Adriel E. Cowlin, John M. Burbank, Willard H. Sherman, Delbert Dirrenberger, Clinton E. Jones, Bart C. Young, William F. Glazier, Robert McDowell and Winifield S. Leidig. Nearly all of these members were under 20 years of age at that time. Oliver Typewriter Band At about the opening of the 20th century Woodstock was enjoying the music provided by the Oliver Typewriter band, nearly all of whose members were employees of the typewriter factory, and they were led for some time by John L. Carroll, an efficient bandmaster. This band was so strong and artistic that it was frequently called to go to other cities, particularly to Chicago, to participate in parades and other public gatherings. Its first leader, however, was Burr W. Robbins, who recently passed away in California, where his home had been for many years. Its membership in 1901 embraced C. V. Sherman, P. K. Aldrich, Harry Brubaker, Edwin E. Mead, R. H. Aldrich, L. E. Hinds, Ben. B. Cronk, David Lonie, Luther E. Allen, Ole Simonson, Lynn F. Sherman, Charles H. Doll, Bennett Edmonds, Herman H. Bosshard, Calvin M. Curtis, Fred D. Wynkoop, Earl Ward, Bruce W. Lawrie, B. H. Robbins, Walter C. Besley, Howard Brubaker, Willard H. Sherman, Fred Luehring, Charles Collins, Bart C. Young, A. H. Osborn, Edward A. Rogers, R. Hoeller and Clinton E. Jones. It was a real misfortune to the people of Woodstock when circumstances forced the disorganization of this splendid band, which held its practices in the city hall and which gave concerts of great merit every summer in the city park, where delighted thousands listened to programs that embraced the best music of the greatest composers of band music in the world. Community High Band Present-day Woodstock enjoys splendid band music due to the skill of Clarence Olson, a home product, whose intense musical intuition has been given full play as leader and instructor of local school bands that are making their mark among the people of the community and of the state. Perhaps the most outstanding of these bands is that in connection with the local high school, whose summer concerts have been greatly enjoyed, and the Central school and other organizations are being led to the heights of musical accomplishment through his serene, intelligent and artistic leadership. Mr. Olson, who has grown up among us, is a born leader, and his love of the artistic in this line induces him to give of his best in the instruction of those who come under the movements of his baton. Naturally the personnel of these bands varies with changing conditions of residence and other incidents. The work they do and the pleasure they give are striking exemplifications of what can be accomplished with raw talent and unruffled nerve on the part of the leader. Singers of Note But string and reed music are not the only noteworthy kinds of music that has been enjoyed since the earliest days by the people of Woodstock, for Ave have had vocalists whose fame has been county wide, many of whom now sleep in the fields where eternal melodies of unbroken harmony prevail. As leaders of choirs and choruses we recall Erastus E. Richards, for many years leader of the Congregational and other earlier choirs; Alois Dreyer, who conducted the Presbyterian choir for many years and whose sweet and vibrant tenor voice thrilled all who ever heard him sing, so that he came to be known as "the singing harnessmaker"; James H. Durfee, local express agent for years, who was leader of the Baptist choir for a half-century and whose tenor voice was one to be remembered; Alois Dreyer, Sr., who led the German Maennerchor and had a fine bass voice that was often used in music for the public and in St. Mary's church j choir; Agnes Et Quinlan, leader of St. Mary's choir during a long period, who came to be known as "the local Adelina Patti," whose beautiful soprano voice has been an inspiration to the people during all of her long life among us, and whose vocal excellence and pleasing character have brought to her the love of all music lovers and the people in general; Mrs. Belle Richards McEwan, a sister of Erastus E. Richards, whose melodious soprano; voice was often heard in the Baptist! and other choirs and to whom it was always a delight to listen when she appeared in public entertainment or in the quiet of cultured homes. And there were Alice Chollar, an early day soprano, and many of later days whose voices have been loaned in the services of song at funerals, in church choirs and in other places, notably the quartet composed of P, B. Anderson, Clarence Coonrad, Thomas B. Merwin and John W. L. Fish, a group of singers who have been together for 27 years and whose melodious harmonies have cheered the bereaved, thrilled the lovers of harmony and delighted audiences by the quality of their productions. Their generosity and kindness have been appreciated by the general public, for their efforts have not been commercial in their nature or mercenary in their character, but they have sung for the (Continued on page two) Benton Street Before the Civil War [photo] The above is a picture of Benton street, on the east side of the park. The frame buildings in the picture stood from the present Joslyn block on the left side to the Murphy block on the right side. The stores in this stretch today are the Woodstock Pharmacy, the McHenry County Abstract Company, Stone's Drug store, Bob Miller's Jewelry store, the Thorne & Sons Clothing store. This picture was doubtless taken from Medlar's Gallery, then located on the third floor of the Hoy Block, almost opposite. This row of buildings, was destroyed by fire in 1872 and immediately after rebuilt with the present brick buildings erected, beginning from the bank corner on north in one, two, three order. We have no records which tell us what year this picture was taken, but from the pile of snow it is evident the people were experiencing a rather severe winter. Note the fact that in those days practically all the business houses had wooden awnings. Some of these awnings were none too secure and after a heavy fall of snow it was well to relieve them from the heavy weight. "Rathole" Building Where State Bank Now Stands Received Its Name [photo] Along in 1846, or thereabouts, the court house in the public park proved to be not fitted for the use of the county officers, and a building for their accommodation was erected on the corner of Deitz street and the public square, the present site of the State Bank of Woodstock, which was used for county offices until the new court house was constructed. It was built by Henry M. Wait, father of Mrs. E. E. Richards and Mrs. Emily Sherwood. This building was provided with a tin roof to make it fire-proof, according to the intentions of its builders. The year after it was built, so the story goes, along in the winter there came along a heavy wind, which suddenly lifted the roof from the structure and carried it some distance away. The county officers, who were in their ofiices at the time, thinking that the judgment day had arrived, rushed out into the street in great haste. As they came forth they were greeted with derisive shouts by the bystanders, and Henry Petrie, who was an ardent Whig, while the officers were Democrats, exclaimed in great glee: "See the d—d rats crawl out of their holes." Ever afterwards, whenever the building was mentioned on the county records or elsewhere, it was termed the "Rat-Hole," and so it remained until its destruction by fire. EARLY HISTORY SENECA LADIES' LITERARY SOCIETY Founded To Aid In Saving Mt. Vernon It is with a thrill of satisfaction to us (the members of the S. L. L. S.) that we discover, in looking back along the years for the beginning of our society, that it had its inception in a patriotic move then abroad in the land. In the early 1850s the old home of George Washington, Mount Vernon, was to be sold. A happy suggestion from a woman's mind, to the effect that it be purchased and held as a public trust, was at once acted upon, and all over the land sprang up Mount Vernon societies, the aim and end of which was to raise funds for the purchase, repair and maintenance of the old Washington home. The ladies of Seneca were not to be left out, and a Mount Vernon society was formed at Franklinville. A constitution and by-laws was formed and accepted, meetings were held semi-monthly, as now. The charter members have long since passed away. Among the names were those of Mrs. T. McD. Richards, Mrs. Lorenzo Parsons, Mrs. Amos Anderson and Mrs. G. W. Dietz. The early records have been lose or destroyed, but we know they were faithful, for in due time the end was accomplished, for in the year 1858 Mount Vernon was purchased, and has since been held in trust by the Mount Vernon association. In the meetings these Seneca ladies had held, there had been much of good cheer and sociability exchanged, and when there no longer existed the cause for which they had labored, they were lothe to discontinue the meetings. A society they were determined to have. Eighty years ago there was much to make such a society difficult to maintain, although the need was greater than today. But where there's a will there is always a way, and the society was continued, even if the ladies were obliged to walk to the meetings or ride in lumber wagons, or, at the best, in a "Democrat." The society was renamed and another object sought. So The Seneca Ladies' Literary Society, with the founding of a library its object, came into being. Libraries were not to be met with every day in those times, and they were well repaid for the effort it cost them, through the books that thus came into their homes. The little circle grew, and each year added a few books to the loved library, until another call for patriotic service came. Out from many quiet homes in Seneca, brave, precious boys in blue had gone, some to return in a few months in a vain hope that home and mother would recruit the failing strength, others to answer on the battlefield the last call to arms, still others heaving for weary months their burden in camp or prison. Mothers and sisters at home gladly put away all thought of added pleasure for themselves, if only they could do something for their suffering dear ones so far away from home and comfort. The present officers of the S.L.L.S. are: President—Mrs. Chas. Hobe. Vice-President—Mrs. Harry Silliman. Secretary—Mrs. Lester Perkins. Treasurer—Mrs. Henry Burmeister. Organist—Mrs. Cole Peterson. Ass't. Organist—Mrs. W. N. Sherwin. MRS. ALENE SILLIMAN. [photo] PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS LODGES AND SOCIETIES ACTIVE IN WOODSTOCK (continued from page one) pleasure of others and for the real joy of singing to themselves. And we must mention Mrs. Lizzie Quinlan Ennis, who sang beautifully with her sister, Agnes; Miss Lillian Schroeder and her beautiful soprano voice as she used it in the service of the bereaved and on other public occasions; Adele Medlar, whose resonant voice brought her the plaudits of many admiring audiences; Harry Abraham, principal of the high school, whose wide-range voice has often been given public expression to the pleasure of all hearers; William Hubbard, basso profundo, who often sang at public gatherings; and there are dozens of others whose voices have mingled in the service of song in the choirs of the city and at public entertainments and other gatherings and whose services have always been appreciated, among them being Mrs. Mary Murphy Thomas, Mrs. Augusta Bagley, Mrs. Anna McLaughlin, Miss Georgie Eckert, Mrs. Alice Losee Floyd, Frank Gates. Fremont Hoy, and dozens of others whom it is not possible to mention individually in this review. Among the instructors, conductors and accompanists in music who are remembered gratefully are Miss Agnes Quinlan, Mrs. Olive Owen Wright, Mrs. Sadie Dufield Murphy, Mrs. Lizzie Dufield Sanford, Mrs. Ella Loudenbeck Herman, Mrs. Ethel Greenleaf, Mrs. Jessie Murphey Charles, Miss Carrie B. Lawson, Mrs. Kathryn Diehl and Miss Louise Jung, one of the youngest in the line of artistic performers who have rendered incalcuable benefit to aspiring vocalists and instrumentalists in the city and vicinity. Throughout the years local musicians have participated in many notable musical treats, giving such operettas as "Queen Esther," "The Mikado," "La Pinafore" and many others including the recital of "The Reception," which was given by E. E. Richards, the author and producer, who wrote the words and the musical score and personally conducted the production before an interested and cultured audience, and there have been many others which time and space does not permit us to mention individually. Symphonic Choir. Another musical organization, perhaps the youngest at the present time, is the Woodstock Symphonic Choir, made up of about sixty local singers. Compensation for their long hours of practice is the joy received under the inspiration of its outstanding leader, Carl Hendrickson, recognized director, violinist, and composer and head of the music department at Todd School for Boys. In addition to its concerts, this a cappella group, now in its fourth year, contributes to many public gatherings. BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER OF ELKS A lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was instituted in Woodstock on July 18, 1907, and since that time the lodge has been in a flourishing condition, with a home of its own at the corner of Throop and Cass streets. The present officers are: Exalted Ruler—J. Leonard Townsend. Esteemed Leading Knight—Irving Stamets. Esteemed Loyal Knight— Paul 0. Knuth. Esteemed Lecturing Knight—Max Figlewicz. Secretary—T. Lester Griffing. Treasurer—F. V. Giesselbrecht. Tiler—Edward C. Kappler. Esquire—Clair Little. Inner Guard—Donald Tappan. Chaplain—John C. Howe. Organist—Al. Klemme. Trustees—Owen H. Corr, Fred Boehart and Ray Brown. WOODSTOCK LODGE NO. 1329 LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE Woodstock Lodge No. 1329, Loyal Order of Moose was instituted on Jan. 25, 1918, with the following named charter members and the first officers: Roy J. Stewart, Fred Ferris, M. L. Zumbaugh, George Moncur, F. E. Diffendafer, Robert O'Kane, Gordon Stafford, John Gors and William Wagner. The lodge has always been in a flourishing condition, as its members have a constant incentive in the great institution at Mooseheart, near Aurora, where thousands of children and homeless mothers have been cared for since its establishment and where the children are not only given a home, but an education and a trade, so that when they leave the institution they are equipped for active work in trade and industries. It is the most wonderful institution of its kind in the United States. At Moosehaven, Fla., they also maintain a home for the aged and Infirm. The local lodge also has a sick and funeral benefit fund. The present officers of the lodge are: Dictator—Waiten S. Beardsley. Vice Dictator—James H. Taylor. Prelate—Arvid Nelson. Secretary—W. P. Lounsbury. Treasurer—David R. Joslyn, Jr. Trustees — August Burkart, Michael Lehman and Dr. Thomas F. Forrest. ODDFELLOWS GUARDIAN LODGE NO. 60, I. 0. 0. F. HARRY PETEIT [photo] Noble Grand Guardian Lodge No. 6O. I. 0. O. F., was instituted July 25, 1850. Meetings are held every Monday evening in the hall in the Odd Fellows building, corner East Jackson and Jefferson streets, which was erected early in the 20th century as one of the prominent buildings in the city. For many years the lodge met in a hall on Cass street and later in the Waverly building on Main street. The local postoffice was located in the Odd Fellows building until the government erected a building at Jackson and Van Buren streets through the kindly offices of Congressman Copley, now a resident of California. The present officers are: Noble Grand—Harry Peteit. Vice Grand—Hans Hanson. Recording Secretary—Vernon Mikkelsen. Financial Secretary—William Kapping Treasurer—Grove P. Chittenden. R. S. N. G.—Grover Wickham. L. S. N. G.—Frank Hoffman. R. S. V. G—Arthur McCullough. L. S. V. G.—George Stock. R. S. S.—Wm. Belcher. L. S. S.—Chas Holmes. Outer Guard—Fred Ackley. Inner Guard—Gordon Botts. Warden—Oscar Walters. Conductor—Joe Mishnick. Chaplain—Edgar Pierce. Deputy—Ford Davenport. Past Grand—Lawrence Brown. SHERMAN ENCAMPMENT NO. 56 I. 0. 0. F. Sherman Encampment No. 56, I. 0 0. F., was instituted April 16, 1883 and its jurisdiction embraces all McHenry county. It is to the Odd Fellows what the chapter is to the Masons. Its present officers are: Chief Priest—William Kapping. Senior Warden—Orville Kerns. Junior Warden—Hans Hanson. High Priest—Fred Bristol. Scribe—Roscoe Jepsen. Treasurer—Edgar Pierce. Inner Sentinel—Frank Hoffman. Outer Sentinel—Gene Cox. First W.-E. Van Hoozen. Second W.—Arthur McCullough. Third W.-Fred Luedtke. Fourth W.—Leslie Nichols-Lodge Deputy—Grover Wickham. WOODSTOCK LODGE NO. 205 REBEKAHS MRS. GLADYS KERNS [photo] Noble Grand Woodstock Lodge No. 205 was instituted about the year 1906, with a large class of charter members, and is in a flourishing condition. Its present officers are: Noble Grand—Gladys Kerns. Vice Grand—Allie Thompson. Secretary—Mary Baker. Financial Secretary—Lydia Collen. Treasurer—Grace Parker. Warden—Eva Kapping. Conductor—Celia Mishnick. R. S. N. G.—Daisy Moore-L. S. N. G.—Alice Hanaford. R. S. V. G.—Olive Harrison. L. S. V. G.—Frieda Rattray. Inner Guardian—Mildred Jayne. Outer Guardian—Agnes McDowell. Chaplain—Clarice Thacker. Junior Past Noble Grand—Mabel Van-Hoozen. Musician—Nellie Holmes. There are about 125 members. AMERICAN LEGION PETER UMATHUM POST NO. 412 AMERICAN LEGION. Peter Umathum Post No. 412 of the American Legion was organized in 1919 and has grown to be one of the largest organizations in the city, doing commendable work for those in need and giving inspiration to the individual members. The officers for the current year are: Commander—Louis Ohlrich. Vice-Commander—Chris W. Klabunde. Sergeant-at-arms—Edwin Nelson. Finance Officer—David R. Joslyn, Jr. Trustee—Matt Hoesley. Adjutant—Sanford A. Howard. Membership—Owen H. Corr. Graves Registration—Charles Zoia. Service Officers—W. R. Cairns. G. E. Sullivan. Judge Advocate—Wm. Carroll-House Committee—Hans Magnusen. Floral—J. M. Stafford. Sick—A. Kuppe, I. Smith, C. W. Luckenbill, F. Jensen, O. K. Howell, M. Soenksen. Welfare—M. Hoesley and Owen H. Corr. Medical Officer—Dr. O. E. Nelson. School Awards—J. Wien. C. M. T. C.—C. C. Miner. Historian—W. J. Grammer. Athletic—Fred Wendt. Chaplain—Herbert Gensch. Boy Scouts—Dinnie Hurley. Americanism—Robert Andrew. Junior Legion—R. C. Johnson. Child Welfare—Dr. C. F. Baccus. Poppy Day—Wm. Hutchinson. Entertainment—R. J. Heniken. Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday evenings each month in the Legion building on Clay street. AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY The first meeting of the auxiliary was held July 13, 1920, to decide on matters pertaining to the organization. The present membership is 224, with 169 seniors and 55 juniors. Officers for the coming year: President—Agnes Giesselbrecht. First Vice President—Mae Farrell. Second Vice President—Mina Anthony. Chaplain—Mary Shales. Treasurer—Dora Giles. Sergeant-at-Arm—Bertha Davis. Historian—Arlene Klabunde. Secretary—Miriam Howell. Junior Past President—Earsel Nevin. WOODSTOCK COUNCIL NO. 776 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Woodstock Council No. 776 was instituted about the year 1902, when elaborate ceremonies were put on in the lodge rooms in the Waverly building on Main street, and practically all leading Catholics of the city became members. The present officers are: Grand Knight—Harold Evans. Deputy Grand Knight—James Hayes. Financial Secretary—Ray H. Corr. Recording Secretary—James Brink. Lecturer—Jay T. Pratt. Chancellor—C. Frank Daly. Warden—Hubert Evans. Inside Guard—Ray Rabbitt. Outside Guard—John Corcoran. Chaplain—-Rev. J. M. Egan. Trustees—Jay T. Pratt, Paul Jaster, M. Harold Riley. The council meets the third Thursday evening of each month at St. Mary's school building. The present membership is about 80. FIDELITY LIFE ASSOCIATION Was formerly the Mystic Workers of the World, which was chartered on Dec. 27, 1898, with a prize-winning degree team, and attained a membership of over 600 before the name of the organization was changed to the above in 1930. The first officers of the Mystics were C. L. Woodard, B. F. Ellsworth, F. A. Daniels, H. H. Hakes, Dr. Emil Windmueller, W. C. Knutson, E. B. Dickerson, Halsey W. Barnes, Earl Ellsworth, Wm. F. Lang, P. P. Woodard and A. C. Adams. This lodge was organized by Mrs. Joanna Downs, of Harvard, and Dr. Stokes, of Rockford. The present officers are: Prefect—John A. Ryan. Monitor—Elizabeth Ogle. Banker—Herbert Cooney. Correspondent—Cecile Pratt. Marshals—Fred Baier and George Conn. Warden—Lillian Downing. Sentinel—-Mary Sheahy. Supervisors—Arch Hill, James S. Ogle and Ray Corr. GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC Woodstock Post No. 108 was organized in 1880, being the first post in the county, and had a membership of 80 as late as 1895. Among its commanders have been Col. Wm. Avery, Benjamin N. Smith, Gardner S. Southworth, George Eckert, William H. Munroe, Adelbert S. Wright, Lathrop H. S. Barrows, Frank E. Hanaford, and Abram Still for many years and until his death. Mr. Wright was adjutant of the post during all of its history, which was a conspicuous one in the life history of the city, for no observance of Memorial day would have been complete without the members of the post having charge and marching to the cemeteries to decorate the graves of comrades until depletions by death caused the dissolution of the post, of which Mr. Wright is now the only surviving member. A. S. Wright and David Shales are the only surviving Civil War veterans in this community. MASONIC ST. MARK'S LODGE. NO. 63 A. F. AND A. M. KENNETH L. SEVERSON [photo] Worshipful Master. St. Mark's Lodge No. 63, A. F. and A. M., was chartered Oct. 4. 1848, and has numbered among its membership through the years many of the prominent citizens of the community. Its present membership is about 250, and its officers are: Worshipful Master—Kenneth L. Severson. Senior Warden—Harold E. Wicks. Junior Warden—Roy C. Reese. Treasurer—Jesse C. Pierce. Secretary—George D. Cairns. Chaplain—Walter T. Wheeler. Senior Deacon—Don A. Wicks. Junior Deacon—Harry G. Abraham. Senior Stewart—Ray L. Wilson. Junior Stewart—Geo. F. Knaack. Marshal—J. Willis Moore. Tyler—John B. Conerty. Organist—Al. Klemme. WOODSTOCK CHAPTER NO. 36, R. A. M. WILLIAM P. MILLER [photo] High Priest Was organized Oct. 3, 1857, its first officers being John D. Pierce, Benjamin Carter, E. I. Smith, J. J. Carter, W. B. Allen, E. W. Smith, A. B. Fuller, A. C. Palmer, M. C. Churchill, G. R. Smith and G. W. Pooler. Its present officers are: High Priest—Wm. P. Miller. King—Clifford L. Gregory. Scribe—Willard E. Chilcote. Treasurer—Henry W. Sandeen. Secretary—Walter T. Wheeler. C. H.—Bert D. Holmes. Chaplain—Roland E. Anthony. P. S.—David Rattray. R. A. C.—Raymond L. Wilson. Master Third Veil—Jesse C. Pierce. Master Second Veil—Grove P. Chittenden. Master First Veil—Elmer E. Carlson. Steward—John W. Moore. Sentinel—John B. Conerty. CALVARY COMMANDERY NO. 25 KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Calvary Commandery No. 25, Knights Templar was organized July 18, 1867. The commandery has jurisdiction over the whole of McHenry county and part of Boone county, and has long been one of the flourishing commanderies of the state. Its present officers are: Chancellor Commander—C. W. Luckenbill. Generalissimo—L. Anderson. Captain General—Dr. Henry W. Sandeen. Senior Warden—W. P. Miller, Junior Warden—J. W. Kruse. Prelate—-Bruce W. Lawrie. Sword Bearer—Hadley Thompson. Standard Bearer—Jesse C. Pierce. Color Bearer—A. W. Mathison. Warder—Grover P. Chittenden-Sentinel—Lawrence Bergman. Recorder—John W. Moore. Treasurer--Guy E. Still. The Commandery meets on the second and fourth Thursday evenings of each month. LADIES' AUXILIARY OF CALVARY COMMANDERY. President—Pearl Luckenbill. First Vice-President—Lyle Anderson. Se.cond Vice-President—Merle Sandeen. Secretary—Ida Miller. Treasurer—Marie Kruse. WOODSTOCK CHAPTER NO. 468 ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR On July 2, 1900, the officers of Bethel chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star came from Elgin, accompanied by the deputy grand patron of the state of Illinois, and installed the officers of Woodstock Chapter No. 463, whose charter members were Mesdames A. S. Wright, J. R. Hyde, A. R. Murphey, C. H. Donnelly, Frank R. Jackman, Luman T. Hoy, Emil Arnold, G. B. Richards, D. T. Smiley, E. C. Jewett, F. A. Walters, J. S. Andrews, A. K. Bunker, F. B. Bennett, G. O. Vermilya and Chas. F. Renich, and Messrs. Theo. Hamer, A. R. Murphey, J. S. Andrews, G. B. Richards and D. T. Smiley. The first oificers installed were headed by Mmes. A. S. Wright, J. R. Hyde, E. C. Jewett, A. R. Murphey, D. T. Smiley, F. A. Walters and J. S. Andrews, and the chapter has flourished during the years with different personnel in the respective offices, those for the current year being: Worthy Matron—Ann Wright. Worthy Patron—G- Arthur Parker. Associate Matron—Vida Gaulke. Associate Patron—Ernest E. Hanson. Secretary—Nina Hock. Treasurer—Gladys Dunning. Conductress—Myrtie Housholder. Associate Conductress—Irma Stockton. Chaplain—Martha Parker. Marshal—Dora Taylor. Organist—Jessie Charles. Adah—Louise Johnson. Ruth—Mary Klemme. Esther—Norma Taylor. Martha—Grace Sohs. Electa—Meta Knaack. Warder—Minnie Bohn. Sentinel—Alta Kirkman. MRS. ANN WRIGHT [photo] Worthy Matron ROYAL NEIGHBORS OF AMERICA PROGRESSIVE CAMP NO. 5300 Progressive Camp No. 5300 was instituted April 1, 1908, with the following named as charter members: Rosa V. Brown, Theron H. Brown, Blanche E. Deitz, Beatrice Dewey, Lewis J. Dean, Harry A. Dewey, Mary Gaulke, Lawrence H. Gillespie, Rachel Gilespie, Nioba Griffiths, Minnie Hein, Frank Hein, Ella E. Hakes, Emma Joorfetz, Ellen Jacobs, Wm. W. Lichty, Anna Lichty, Chas. A. Lemmers, Alice M. Lemmers, Clyde C. Miner, May Miner, Wm. Rushton, Lillian Rose, Lou A. Stevens, Clara Wicks, Lizzie Wilson, Myron Wilson, Reka Waller. The parent organization ranks third on the list of fraternal insurance societies, and has a beautiful and commodious home for aged members near Davenport, Iowa. Among its first officers was Mrs. Ellen Jacobs, wife of Thomas Jacobs, who has won local fame by the excellence of her culinary accomplishments. The present officers of the camp are: Oracle—Pearl Eckert. Recorder—Clara Larson. Receiver—Hilda Brink. Chancellor—Elizabeth Friend. Vice Oracle—Mary Jensen. Past Oracle—Mary Wentworth. Marshal—Mabel Hesselgrave-Assistant Marshal—Maude McDonald. Inner Sentinel—Elizabeth Krause. Outer Sentinel—Edith Wilkerson. Manager—Cleo Schaller. Musician—Mary Wells, Flag Bearer—Alice Hanaford. Faith—Nettie Hollarbush. Courage—Salome Gabrielson. Modesty—Catherine Nester. Unselfishness—Mary Huffman. Endurance—Minnie White. Cap. Deg. Staff—Mabel Hesselgrave. PROGRESS CAMP NO. 229 MODERN WOODMEN Progress Camp No. 229, Modern Woodmen of America, was organized July 20, 1886, and for 25 years Chas. Lemmers was its clerk, having become, in 1912, the first clerk in the jurisdiction who held that office for so long a continuous period. Its officers are: Venerable Consul—Albert F. Rehberg. Advisor—John P. Reynolds. Secretary—Willard S. Battern. Escort—Gus A. Larson. Watchman—Thos. Jacobs. Sentry—Martin Nelson. Trustees—David Rattray, Wesley D. Coonrad and E. Danneman. WOMEN'S RELIEF CORPS MRS. CARRIE O'NIELL [photo] President Corps No. 223 was organized in January, 1893, and has always been a very active organization to whom credit goes for the beautiful monument to the soldier dead that ornaments and embellishes the public park, the raising of the money for which required months, even years, of supreme effort on the part of every member, marking an accomplishment without a superior in the history of the city. Their work for the veterans has always been invaluable. The presidents who have served this corps since its organisation have been: Emily G. Whitson, 1893-1894-1896. Carrie Kirk, 1895-1900. Laura Vermilya, 1897. Anna M. Achley, 1898. Susie W. Clark, 1899. Lucy H. Renich, 1901-1902-1903. Elsie M. Eckert, 1904-1905. Martha E. Rose, 1906-1907. Mabel Hanaford, 1908-1909. Lucy Eddy, 1910-1911-1919. Lena B. Sailer, 1912-1913-1914. Hattie M. Coquilette, 1915-16-17-18-21-22-25. Niobe Griffiths, 1920. Mary B. Baker, 1923. Luela Chapman, 1924. Katherine Erby, 1926. Elisa Dellenbach, 1927-1928-1929. Mary Kaiser, 1930. Carrie O'Neil, 1931-1932-1935-1937. Ida Hanaford Shepard 1933-1934. Pearl Eckert, 1936. The present officers are: President—Carrie O'Neill. Senior Vice—Pearl Eckert. Junior Vice—Eliza Dellenbach. Secretary—Lydia Haupris. Treasurer—Alice Hanaford. Chaplain—Edna Barker. Conductor—Ida Shepard. Guard—Mary Mallette. Patriotic Instructor—Elizabeth Friend. Press Correspondent—Irene Bonnichsen. Musician—Mary Wells. Assistant. Guard—Dorothy Williams. Assistant Conductor—Nettie Hollarbush. Color Bearer No. 1—Elsie Smith. Color Bearer No- 2—Mary Wentworth. Color Bearer No. 3—Lena Krumpen. Color Bearer No. 4—Emma Waterman. WOMEN OF THE MOOSE The Women of the Moose were organised in January, 1920. The first name for the women's organization ot the Moose was "Women of Mooseheart Legion." When the home for the aged in Florida was projected and started, in addition to the City of Childhood at Mooseheart, it was decided to make the name of the women's group more inclusive and the present name was chosen. The first head of the organization was Mrs. Amanda Closson, who remained,active in.the order until the Closson family moved to Mankato, Minn., some years ago. Mrs. Wm. Botts was chosen as the first past regent, which honorary title designates the women who have headed the organization in the past or who have been of great assistance in other ways. Mrs. Charles Kennedy suceeded Mrs. Closson as senior regent. Others who have been active heads of the Woodstock chapter No. 364, Women of the Moose, are the late Mrs. Salia Lehman, Mrs. Marie Rahn, Mrs. Katherine Erby, Mrs. Reuben Hesselgrave, Mrs. Dora Taylor and the present senior Regent, Mrs. Ruppert Eckert, who has been in her present office for several years. The Woodstock group of The Women of the Moose are planning a birthday party in January in commemoration of their 17th anniversary. The present officers of the Women of the Moose follow: Senior Regent—Mrs. Ruppert Eckert. Past Regent—Mrs. Bert Evans. Junior Regent—Mrs. Marie Rahn. Chaplain—Mrs. Emma Waterman. Recorder—Miss Anna Spencer. Treasurer—Mrs. Jacob Haupris. Guide—Mrs. Wm. Botts. Ass't. Guide—Mrs. Elsie Smith. Sentinel—Mrs. Elizabeth Davis. Argus—Mrs. Joseph Spencer. Musician—Mrs. Mary Wells. MCHENRY COUNTY DRY CLEANERS. Bring your Suits and Garments to us for cleaning and mending. We have the most complete equipment in our line in this part of the state. No confusion, loss or delay through sending out of town. GOOD WORK PROMPT SERVICE LOWEST PRICES Hans Nielsen We Deliver 221 No. Benton St. Woodstock, Ill. Chas. A. Kuppe Woodstock, Illinois DRAYAGE AND TRANSFER Local and Long Distance Hauling Phone 585-M, Res. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE OLD TIMER LISTED BUSINESS MEN OF 1888 IN RHYME AND VERSE In 1888, John F. Bunker, the venerable father of the late George K. and Amos K. Bunker, who for many years, was the treasurer of the town board of school trustees, penned the following lines, which give in detail the business and professional set-up of those who were the active business people at the city at that time: We'll commence at the corner, Please walk up the stairs, You'll find Mrs. Quigley, She don't put on airs. But is fitting a dress And will make it up neat, Then when it is finished You'll find it complete. The next place we'll call at Is the Donnelly girls, With bonnets and feathers And maybe false curls. Whatever you'll purchase You'll find it in style And when you've received it, Will leave with a smile. The next place is Stafford's New furniture store, He's constantly selling Then purchasing more. If he's as good at collecting As he is making sale, There's no kind of danger He ever will fail. The next, Albert Soper, In order you'll find, Has granite and marble, The very best kind. He'll make you a monument And finish the same By engraving thereon Your relative's name. The next is Cap. Kelly, The south side of square, With tools all in order For any repair, An axel, a felly, And even a spoke, He's honest and upright, But don't like a joke. The blacksmiths are plenty, I think four or five, And all are as busy As bees in a hive, Among them is Andrews, Labors hard every day, When farmers remember They all need their pay. You please call at Perry's, A new music store Tis not on the corner, But at the next door. All musical instruments There can be seen, And also a splendid Nice sewing machine. Next Bunker and Brother Are always on hand, Both groceries and hardware You'll find at their stand. Leander's the workerAnd he'll never tire Of handling the salt,The flour, and the wire. Next east is the drug store Of Friend Delbert Wright, There Edward is pleasant And Delbert's polite. With all things in order And everything new, You're certain to purchase The very first View. The next, I. T. Salisbury, You'll, find just and true, He'll deal with you fair And give you your due. He has a good clerk, 'Tis John Kennedy, He'll deal out the goods And then take the pay. Please call into Murphy's, The second drug store, With paints and, with oils And many things more. He's also a jeweler With everything fine, He sells clocks and watches That keep perfect time. And when you go east, There's Choate in his store, He keeps fancy dry goods And many things more. You'll find him on hand From morning till night, In dealing with friends He takes great delight. The next one in order, With everything neat, Is Billy and partner With plenty of meat. He's mutton and pork, And lard in the leaf, With poultry that's good And sausage and beef. The next place we come to The ladies know where, It is Mrs. Church's, The east side of square. The ladies, they know All she keeps to sell, Her bonnets and trimmings With me are pell mell. Next, Leidig the barber, You all know his place, He'll open the door With a smile on his face. "Now please take a chair, You are just in time," He'll shave you completely And charge you a dime. Then next comes McFadden, A straight, honest man, He'll warrant his tinware From quart cup to can. His stoves, they are splendid For cooking and heat, You need not look further, They can not be beat. Next Sanford, the tailor, He's been here so long That every one knows His work is done strong. And as to his fitting, It's perfect and neat And when it is finished Every part is complete. Next place is the Market With plenty of meat, It's clean and in order, With everything neat. The owner, George Bordwell, Won't ask you to trust, When he buys your cattle, He'll pay you the dust. The next is old Rathole And just up the stairs Dan Ring is there, ready For any repairs. He'll sew on a patch Or peg on a sole And every dime helps him To purchase his coal. Up the same pair of stairs, With awl and waxed-end, Sits Tripp, ready waiting Your harness to mend. Of him you should want A harness that's new, We'll warrant his work, For he's honest and true. Our National bank, The pride of the city, Should be written in prose And not in this ditty. It's sound and it's sure And under full sail, With John J. at, the helm It never will fail. The store that's adjoining Is splendid and grand, With John as its captain And clerks at command. With goods without number And prices so low, You'll never do better Wherever you go. Next comes Yankee Sherman With jewels and rings, With clocks and with watches And many fine things, And as to repairing, He'll do it up neat On very short notice And have it complete. The next door you'll find The United States mail, All moves as majestic As a ship under sail. With Johnson, the master, And Higgins the mate There's nothing to hinder Their keeping things straight. The next, Burney Sherman's, And just down the stairs You'll find him all ready For any repairs. On guns, and on pistols, His charges are small, He does his work neatly, Please give him a call. There are plenty of shoe stores, But not one to spare, Call at the next door, You'll find C. F. Thorne there. With shoes in abundance And boots ready made As cheap as the cheapest For cash or for trade. The next, E. H. Richmond, Been here a long while, He'll make you a harness And trim it in style. Whatever he does Will be superb and strong, If you can not pay down, Don't let him wait long. Next Gallagher & Schneider, They are both barbers, They treat you politely, But rogues they won't harbor. Says those that get trusted Are nothing but trash. They'll shave you completely And then take the cash. I've mentioned two drug stores And this is the third, E. Stone Is the owner And he must be heard. He's a fair, honest dealer, His drugs are first-class, He keeps paints and oils, With putty and glass. Next Whitson and Brother, You'll find them on hand And ready to labor At every command. They'll sell you their hardware And stoves very low, So don't leave the city Till to Whitsbn's you go. Please call on Frank Bunker, He sometimes looks blue On a very hot day, As all fruit dealers do. But now he will say, "My fruit's looking prime," While McLaren is listening Frank's humming this rhyme: "Say, why don't you marry A maiden so fair, And buy my fine glass And crockery ware?" Another new store, It is Boston by name, And by advertising Has established its fame. It's generally known They're selling quite low, If you want to purchase, To the Boston store go. Next comes the baker, A good, honest man, He feeds all the hungry And helps all he can. He deals out the candies And cakes to the boys, And then he'll stand smiling While they make a noise. Please step down the stairs, You'll find everything neat, George Sherwood keeps there With plenty to eat. Now make your wants known And get a square meal Of what you like best, Oysters, beefsteak of veal. Zimpleman and Kappier Are always on hand, They deal out the fruits That are already canned. And, groceries a-plenty As good as are made, They sell to you cheap As they're anxious for trade. And now we will call On our friend, E. R. Bird, He'll stand on a level Although he is third. His work it is perfect, His harness are right And if you call on him He'll treat you polite. The American Express Is an institution Free from all stain Or any pollution. It's run by J. H. Durfee In the interest of all, He'll attend to you promptly, Please give him a call. In Dacy's brick block You'll find a new store, With boots, shoes and hats, Any, many things more. They are a new firm, Please give them a call, I think you'll find prices Have taken a fall. L. Hoy and G. Mills Have a splendid new store, Its beauty is seen As you enter the door. The first is a druggist, You see by the sign, The second's a jeweler And keeps perfect time. Their goods are attractive And dazzle the eye, And if you call on them Will certainly buy. And now we will go To the upper floor And see what Friend Medlar Has got there in store. You'll find him all ready To take your profile, He'll do it up neatly And in the best style. Step in the next door, M. D. Hoy & Son, They have a large stock And get a good run. Their goods they are splendid And prices quite low, You'll never do better Wherever you go. Next Blakeslee & Son In their new grocery store, They're doing good business As they've done before. They keep a good stock, Their prices are all prime, Their terms are for cash, But will wait a short time. Next comes our friend Merton, Just hand him a dime And take a cigar, You'll find it is prime. And I will assure you You'll find it no joke, Just take it and puff it And then watch the smoke. And next on the corner You'll find Willie Dwight, His boots and his shoes He'll sell to you right. There is one thing certain, In which he is wise, He knows to succeed He must advertise. Call at the next corner, It's Bart Austin's store, Keeps crockery and groceries And many things more. Whatever he sells you You'll find it the best. And if you'll believe him, He's beating the rest. The next thing you do Is to walk up the stair, Dr. Kendall politely Will hand you the chair. Then clinch the arms hard And straighten up stiff, Now open your mouth And it's out in a jiff. The next, John McManus, Been here a long while, And all of his garments Are perfect in style. If you want a good suit That will fit you complete, He will make it for you And finish it neat. The next, Bradley's market, With all things complete, He keeps it in order And well stocked with meat. I think if you'll call And get a good round, You'll say it's as nice As any you've found. And next, call on Diesel, The north side the square, It's all kinds of furniture You will find there. He keeps fancy articles, With bureaus and chairs, And if you require it, Will do all repairs. Our new county building Is splendid indeed, For sheriff and jailor It's just what we need. The foreman and builder, His name, Captain Beck, You'll find him no sluggard, But always on deck. In economizing He takes great delight, He'll finish the building And do it up right. Our friends at the court house, We'll give them a call, So up the stone steps And into the hall. The Captain, the Colonel, And our brave recorder, We think the three soldiers Could keep things in order. Twas our worthy sheriff And others so brave Who fought southern rebels Our country to save. And in case of invasion The bugle should sound, George Eckert and comrades Would be on the ground. And yet it is strange And beyond comprehension That some men will say They don't deserve pension. It is my opinion, And has been for years, That a pension be given To all volunteers. There are three public houses. And all of them good, They'll furnish you lodgings And choicest of food. They'll treat you politely, Please give them a call, yoU will not be crowded, There are rooms for all. And there are three dealers You'll find on the street, They'll sell you machinery With all things complete. They're Austin and Dacy And Donovan, too, They'll sell you on tick And wait 'till it's due. We have seven attorneys And all of them right, In attending to clients They take great delight. So choose from the number The one you like best And then the defendant Can choose from the rest. We have seven physicians, They are men of renown, Their practice extends Over several towns. They are sure to attend At every call, And I'm sorry to say There is business for all. Please call on the printers And do not refuse To subscribe for their papers And get all the news. You never'll regret it, The price is so small, To call on the printers And subscribe for them all. Yes, study your interests And show yourselves wise, And say to the printers, "I will advertise." We must not forget Our new city band, On public occasions It's always on hand. Man made the lawyer, The clerk and physician, But none less than God Could make the musician. It's music's inspiring And is always grand So we'll give three cheers For our new city band. And now, my good friends, I will close this ditty, As I expect soon To leave your fine city. So I bid all farewell Until we meet again, In that happy land Free from sin and pain. JOHN F. BUNKER. Mr. Bunker passed away on Jan. 16, 1892, aged 88 years. Once Declined Decoration Sainte-Beuve, the famous French writer of last century, was so conscientious as to once decline the Cross of the Legion of Honor because he felt that it was offered him not so much for his literary merit as because several of his personal friends were high in power and they had got it for him. BEAUTIFUL CITY OF THE DEAD FAITHFULLY CARED FOR AND IMPROVED Previous to the year 1859 the Woodstock village buring-ground was located on the land now occupied by the former residence of Mrs. Mary Avery on South street. In May of that year the village board appointed a committee of three to act with an additional six from the general public to select a new site for a cemetery, and this committee selected the present grounds, at the west end of Jackson street, which were originally purchased for $1,000, and most of the bodies in the old cemetery were moved thereto. Organized in 1885 The new cemetery was allowed to remain without a great amount of care until 1885, when the Woodstock Cemetery association was organized, with the following named as the first directors: John S. Wheat, A. Bourne, George Eckert, E. E. Thomas, A. R. Murphey, G. S. Southworth, Geo. L. Sherwood, R. Diesel and D. Crumb. The board held its first meeting at the Waverly House on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1885, and organized by electing John S. Wheat president, Andrew Bourne vice-president, E. E. Thomas secretary and A. R. Murphey treasurer. The association at once took charge of the cemetery and began work for its improvement and beautification. Twice since then the board has made additions to the grounds, city water has been supplied for keeping the grass and graves and flowers green, and later, through the efforts of a ladies' auxiliary, a beautiful iron fence was erected along the street line. Since the year 1901 a sexton has been employed, at first only during the summer months, but later for the full year, under the direction of the superintendent. The first sexton thus employed was J. W. Matheny, who did very efficient work until 1918, when he resigned for the purpose of moving to California. His successors, as shown below, have been acceptable men and to them is largely due the beauty and well-kept appearance of the cemetery and its individual lots, especially those whose owners contribute yearly towards the support of the association. Mausoleum Built In 1915 an imposing mausoleum was constructed on the cemetery grounds for those who prefer interment in that manner. It is substantially built of cement and marble, with 200 crypts, of which about 150 are already occupied. The mausoleum was built by the International Mausoleum company, who made provision for $1,000 for the care and upkeep of the same. The association has issued about 50 certificates providing for perpetual care for the lots of those who have paid the fee of $50 for a full lot or $25 for a half-lot, and the money thus received has been placed in a trust fund, only the interest being used in the care fund. Since the organization of the association the following named persons have acted in official capacities in connection with the same, holding annual meetings each year in March to elect officers and transact the business of the organization: Presidents John Wheat, 85-6. Andrew Bourne, 86-94, 96-01 (died in office). Edwin E. Thomas, 94-6. George K. Bunker, 01-6 (died in office). Dr. E. V. Anderson, 06-23 (died in office). Charles T. Forrest, 23-35 (died in office). Albert J. Murphy, 1935-6. William S. McConnell, 36 (incumbent). Vice-Presidents Andrew Bourne, 85-6. George Eckert, 86-7. Gardner S. Southworth, 87-9. George K. Bunker, 89-91, 96-01. Dr. E. V. Anderson, 01-6. Fremont Hoy, 06-8. Abram Still, 08-18. Fred Eppel, 18-21. Hiram J. Dygert, 21-3. George Burger, 23-32. Albert J. Murphy, 32-4. William S. McConnell, 34-6. William T. Charles, 36 (incumbent). Secretaries Edwin E. Thomas, 85-94. Edward E, Stone, 94-6. Chas. A. Lemmers, 96-12 (resigned). Emilus C. Jewett, 12-3. Guy E. Still, 13-31. Owen G. Mead, 31 (present incumbent.) Treasurers Anderson R. Murphey, 85-10 (resigned). Fremont Hoy, 10-23 (resigned). Emilus C. Jewett, 23-31, (died in office). Guy E. Still, 32 (incumbent). Superintendents Andrew Bourne, 86-9. George Eckert, 89-90, 96-8, 00-21, (resigned). Robert Forrest, 94-6. Owen G. Mead, 22-32. Wilbur D. Eckert, 32-3. Erwiu E. Greenley, 33-4. George Hutson, 35-6. Edward J. Field, 36 (incumbent). There were short periods when there was no regular superintendent, wnen the work was overseen by the president or by committee appointed for the purpose. Directors Anderson R. Murphey, 85-10. George Eckert, 85-22 (resigned). Andrew F. McGhee, 85-6. John S. Wheat, 85-6 (died in office). Andrew Bourne, 85-00 (died in office). Gardner S. Southworth, 85-91. George L. Sherwood, 85-01. Alexander L. Salisbury, 85 (died in office). Edwin E. Thomas, 85-94. Rudolph Diesel, 86-96. Darwin Crumb, 87-8. Mark Hitckox, 88-97. George K. Bunker, 89-06 (died In office). Robert Forrest, 91-00. Fremont Hoy, 96-9, 00-21 (resigned). Chas. A. Lemmers, 96-12 (resigned). Ira Slocum, 96-00. Lorenzo Parsons, 99-00. Dr. E. V. Anderson, 00-21 (resigned). David T. Smiley, 01-3. Thomas McBroom, 02-11. Abram Still, 02-17. Fred Eppel, 02-20. Jacob Dellenbach, 05-28. Dr. William H. Doolittle, 07-10. Hiram J. Dygert, 13-28. Guy E. Still, 14-26 (incumbent). Charles A. Herririgton, 15-16. John R. Kellogg, 17-9, George-Burger, 20-29. Erastus E. Richards, 21-4. Owen G. Mead, 21-36 (incumbent). Charles T. Forrest, 33-34 (died in office). Emilus C. Jewett, 24-31 (died in office). Albert J. Murphy, 24-36 (incumbent). Robert McLean, 27-36. Edward J. Field, 31-6 (incumbent). William S. McConnell, 31-6 (incumbent). Wilbur D. Eckert, 32-5 (died in office). Erwin E. Greenley, 32-6 (incumbent) Mrs. Mary Doolittle, 33-6. William S. Thorne, 36 (incumbent). William T. Charles, 36 (incumbent). Edward C. Kappier, 36 (incumbent). Sextons Edward Wienke, 1890-00. J. W. Matheny, 01-18. Charles D. Stratton, 1918-24. George Hutson, 24 (incumbent) Calvary Cemetery Not long after Oakland cemetery was located on the present site the members of St. Mary's organization secured land directly south of and across the street from Oakland, which they denominated Calvary. It is in the name of and in charge of the higher authorities of the church and the local priest, and has been developed to a fine state of beauty. Its handsome monuments and well-kept avenues and graves attract the attention of all who pass that way. A beautiful iron fence of artistic design was installed about 1900. Mausoleum Built In 1915 [photo] TAPPAN INSURANCE AGENCY More Than a Quarter of a Century of Reliable Service ESTABLISHED IN 1906 The George W. Lemmers business was merged with this Agency in 1936. We haven't the honor of celebrating this agency's Eightieth Anniversary at this time, but we are proud of our record of over a quarter of a century of "RELIABLE INSURANCE SERVICE." If It Is Insurable We Can Insure It. LIFE—Northwestern Mutual. CASUALTY—Trinity Universal. Glen's Falls Indemnity. Fidelity and Casualty. Banker's Indemnity. FIRE— American Insurance Company. Insurance Company of North America. Springfield Fire and Marine. London, Liverpool and Globe Ins. Co. Agricultural Insurance Company. Boston Insurance Company. INSURE WITH THE TAPPAN INSURANCE AGENCY Don F. Tappan, Manager. 820 Clay Street. Phone 353-R. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition PEOPLE WHO WORKED FOR WOODSTOCK IN THE PAST HALF CENTURY LAWRENCE H. JONES [PHOTO] Was Police Magistrate of Woodstock for many years. Civil war veteran. Active in Republican politics. His widow, aged 92 years, is still enjoying good health. Lives with her daughter, Mrs. A. R. Battern on Lawrence avenue. Died July 10, 1907. FRED J. SCHROEDER [PHOTO] Merchant tailor. For many years recognized as the leading fashion tailor in Woodstock. A fine citizen and upright man. DAVID R. JOSLYN, SR.[photo] His passing only a few weeks ago marked the end of a most active career as an attorney and public spirited citizen. Served eight years as State's Attorney of McHenry county. JUDGE EDWARD D. SHURTLEFF [photo] Judge Shurtleff lived at Marengo, but was equally well known in Woodstock, where he presided over the circuit court since 1921. Previous to that served twenty years in Illinois legislature. JOHN BOLGER [PHOTO] Will be best remembered for his splendid work in Woodstock as chief of police for many years. In later years was superintendent of buildings for school board. Was a leader in Democratic political circles. Died Feb. 25, 1932. M. N. WIEN [PHOTO] Came to Woodstock in the early nineties. Built up a successful general merchandising business. Civic leader and highly respected for his sterling qualities and splendid citizenship. Died Feb. 9, 1929. FRANK A. DANIELS [PHOTO] Popular pharmacist and manager Of Hoy's Drug Store for many years. Woodstock never had a finer gentleman or more progressive citizen than was Frank Daniels. Died Oct. 10, 1917. JUDGE O. H. GILLMORE [PHOTO] Was one of Woodstock's most active political leaders in the late nineties. Served many years as County Judge and for a number of years in an official capacity in Washington under President Arthur. Died Feb. 1, 1924. JOHN C. MILLER [PHOTO] Built Miller Theatre nine years ago, after many years in theater business. Was active and a leader in all civic affairs. Died July 1, 1934. JOHN C. DONNELLY [PHOTO] Was an active Democratic leader and member of the Illinois Legislature. Also served as Deputy U. S. Marshal. SENATOR A. J. OLSON [PHOTO] Served as Mayor of Woodstock and State Senator. A political leader and active in all civic affairs. Senator Olson had many loyal friends and supporters. Died Oct. 20, 1916. CHARLES H. DOLL [PHOTO] One of the best known employees of the Oliver Typewriter factory. A good citizen. Father of Mrs. Lester Fish. CLAYTON C. HARTING [PHOTO] An Oliver Typewriter employee, who was called by death m his early manhood. Beloved by all who knew him. MRS. OLIVE O. WRIGHT [PHOTO] Wife of A. S. Wright. Very active in church, social and musical circle's. Beloved by everybody who knew her. Died Sept. 14, 1922. S. E. CUNNINGHAM [PHOTO] Carpenter and contractor, many beautiful homes in Woodstock built by his skill. Served on city council and was a leader in the affairs of Woodstock for years. Died Nov. 26, 1925. AL. M. HEYWOOD [PHOTO] Popular merchant on Main street, whose place of business was the favorite eating place for a large group of shop workers. During his active days "Al" served thousands of meals to the hungry and served them well. GEORGE BURGER [PHOTO] In coal and implement business for many years. Served on city council and school board. Had the good will and confidence of the people, which he never betrayed. Died Dec. 23, 1981. A. DWIGHT OSBORN [PHOTO] A successful merchant. One of the finest gentlemen the writer ever knew, he was a loyal friend, a good citizen and honorable in all his dealings. Died Sept. 28, 1928. M. J. WRIGHT [PHOTO] Active in farm circles, at one time as Farm Advisor. Always interested in farm problems and their solution. Died May 9, 1936. EMILIUS C. JEWETT [PHOTO] One of Woodstock's most useful citizens. Banker and business man, served many years as alderman and mayor, also county treasurer. Died Oct. 8, 1931. WILLIAM H. MUNROE [PHOTO] Former postmaster at Ridgefield, almost as well known at Woodstock. Civil war veteran. Father of Mrs. F. J. Hendricks. He was a good citizen, highly respected and a leader in his community. Died Apr. 16, 1916. FRANK M. BUNKER [photo] Best remembered as fresh fruit and grocery merchant. Always, had the first strawberries or peaches on the market. Enjoyed the patronage and confidence of the public. Died April 12, 1917. REV. N. A. SUNDERLIN [photo] Methodist pastor, who during his long and busy life served many pastorates in this part of the state. Rev. Sunderlin was beloved by everybody. Died May 2, 1935. JOSEPH R. HYDE [photo] Came here originally from Richmond. Was in the insurance business and interested in all local affairs. A highly respected citizen. Died Oct. 9, 1919. JOHN R. KELLOGG [PHOTO] Former superintendent of the Woodstock schools. Very actively interested in the Woodstock hospital, which was first made possible through the aid of Prof. and Mrs. Kellogg. Died Aug. 27, 1918. HENRY HERMAN [PHOTO] Active farmer and businessman, served many years oN school board. A man of strict integrity and fine sense of honor. Father of Miss Irene Herman. Died Jan. 23. 1917. CHARLES T. DONOVAN [photo] Active for many years as one of Woodstock's leading blacksmiths. Served for eight years as Deptuty United States Marshal, with Luman T. Hoy as his chief. Active in local affairs. Died Apr. 30, 1935. GEORGE MOORE [photo] Came to Woodstock from Wisconsin. Had large farm interests in the Northwest. A hard worker, honest man and good citizen. Died Oct. 12, 1918. PATRICK H. SULLIVAN [PHOTO] Was beloved by all who knew him. Worked in the Oliver for years and served quite a stretch as night police in Woodstock. Died Jan. 3, 1929. HENRY A. STONE [PHOTO] For many years conducted a successful business in footwear, he had a wide circle of friends and patrons. Died Jan. 24, 1934. JUDGE CHARLES H. DONNELLY [PHOTO] Served for thirty years as County and Circuit Judge. One of McHenry county's most beloved and popular citizens. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Page Five THEY WROUGHT WELL AND HAVE GONE TO THEIR REWARD DR. EMIL WINDMUELLER [photo] Had a very active career in Woodstock in his profession. Spent the last years of his life in California. Was coroner for a time. Probably officiated at more births than any other physician ever in Woodstock. Died Jan 21, 1931. ALOIS DREYER SR. [photo] Was a native of Switzerland, coming about 1872 with his family to this country. By profession an instructor, had private tutoring in Germany. For many years was leader of the choir at St. Mary's church. CHARLES L. WILCOX [photo] Served for many years as an efficient night policeman. Was a worthy citizen. Died Apr. 23, 1918. M. H. FITZSIMMONS [photo] Retired farmer, vice president of Woodstock National Bank, lived in retirement latter years of his life in beautiful home on West South street. Died Apr. 20, 1936. EMIL ARNOLD [photo] Abstractor by profession, he served In many public capacities throughout his active life. A loyal friend and respected citizen. Died Sept. 10, 1921. FRANK M. GAULKE [photo] Had a large business as a farmer and dealer in livestock. Widely Knovn and respected. Always interested id local civic affairs. EDWIN W. MEAD [photo] Oliver Typewriter employee and prominent musician. Brother of 0. G Mead. Spent his last years in California, where he died June 26, 1919. EDWIN F. MEYER [photo] Alderman and influential worker in city affairs. Secretary of Woodstock Country Club. Spent much time and splendid talents in public affairs. CHARLES WANDRACK [photo] Popular Sheriff and political leader "Big Charlie" was favorably known to every man, woman and child in the county. Died July 12, 1925. FRANK W. STREETS. [photo] Clothing merchant for many years. Removed to Oregon, where he died a few years ago. DR. ERICKSON [photo] Masseur. Had a very successful practice in his profession, which after his death has been continued by his son. GEORGE ECKERT [photo] Civil war leader, served as sheriff several terms and in other public capacities. One of Woodstock's most useful citizens. Died Jan. 23, 1923. ELAM FELT [photo] Served for many years as purchasing agent in Chicago for Woodstock people. Lover of flowers which he sold evenings. Father of Mrs. W. T Wheeler. Died July 27, 1919. MARMA DUKE HOY [photo] Came to Woodstock in an early day, served as County Clerk. Entered general merchandising and later banking business. Established Farmers Exchange Bank, later merged with American National Bank. Died May 15, 1912, at advanced age of 91 years, honored and respected by all. WILLIAM DESMOND, SR. [photo] Served in State Legislature and for many years as clerk of Board of review. A successful farmer, lived his latter days in. retirement in Woodstock. Died Oct. 15, 1934. FRANK E. HANAFORD [photo] Prominent Civil war veteran. Hard worker, honest man. Respected by the community. Died Nov. 10, 1925. ANTONIO J. ZOIA [photo] Founder Zoia Marble Works, he was successful in business and lived an active, industrious and honorable life. JOHN WHITWORTH [photo] Superintendent of the Oliver Typewriter factory, where he made a record for efficiency. His sterling qualities of leadership made him beloved by a large circle of friends. Died Aug. 25, 1934. FRED G. SCHUETT [photo] Implement dealer. Alderman. Good citizen. Left Woodstock for Milwaukee about 20 years ago. Died June 19, 1931. GEORGE W. CONN, JR. [photo] Educator, served as County Superintendent of Schools. Much interested in agriculture and active in real estate. Moved to Dakota about 1918. Died in California May 15, 1928. MRS. ELIZABETH SMILEY [photo] Wife of former Judge D. T. Smiley. Worker in church and social circles. Had the love and respect of the community. Died Jan. 26, 1919. REV. J. D. KELSEY [photo] Superintendent of Children's and Old Peoples' Home. Former pastor of Free Methodist church. An active leader among his people, who held him in high esteem. Died Aug. 17, 1918. JOHN A. DUFIELD [photo] Printer and newspaper publisher. He was active in Democratic political circles. Served one term as postmaster. Died Mar. 17, 1908. BEN STUPFEL [photo] Long a leader in community affairs served as alderman. Successful in business. A good friend and neighbor. Died May 26, 1921. GEORGE F. RUSHTON [photo] Served many years as County Clerk. Leader in political activities. Later in real estate activities. Died Jan. 29, 1932. WILLIAM H. C0WLIN [photo] As pension attorney cared for thousands of claims of Civil war veterans, their widows and orphans. Was a man of wide influence and leadership. JAMES F. CASEY [photo] Prominent attorney over long period of years. An outstanding personality, ready and witty public speaker. Died June 1, 1929. FRED EPPEL [photo] Successful farmer. Lived his last years in Woodstock. Civil war veteran. Active church worker. Respected by all. Died Dec. 29, 1920. JOHN D. DONOVAN [photo] Was successful in the implement business for many years, later entered banking and was president of Woodstock National Bank. Served many years as Alderman and eight years as Mayor. A very active civic eader. Died April 17, 1934. MRS. 0. H. GILLMORE [photo] Served many years as member of Board of Education. Deeply interested in the education of the youth, a woman of fine qualifications and sincere purposes. ABRAM STILL [photo] Father of Guy E. Still, was active leader in G. A. R. and M. E. church circles. Beloved and respected by all. W. P. MORSE [photo] Circuit Clerk and Recorder forty-five years ago. Came here from Crystal Lake. An upright man. JOHN I. COE [photo] Y. M. C. A. secretary and an active worker among the young people, to whom he devoted his life and splendid abilities as a leader and counsellor. Died Feb. 17, 1923. WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition Page six LIST OF OVER 2200 DEATHS, WITH DATES OVER PAST 50 YEARS EDITOR'S NOTE This list covering the next two pages, contains the names of about 2200 people who lived and died in or around Woodstock, during the past half century. The list was compiled with much care from various sources and is printed in this edition as a valuable record for future reference. The editor does not claim that it is a complete list of the people who have lived and died in this community and we will not accept responsiblity for any omissions or errors it may contain. We suggest that if any omissions or corrections are submitted to us we will in some future issue of the Daily Sentinel print the addtional names or corrections for the information of those interested. These additional names can then be filed as a supplement to this list. A Name, date of death and age-Thomas Andison, Apr. 5, 1891—91. Frederick Arnold, Oct. 22, 1892—62. Mrs. Harriet E. Austin, Apr. 7, 1893—60. Andrew 0. Anderson, June 11, 1894—50. George Abbott, Dec. 26, 1889—69. William Avery, Nov. 16, 1896—71. Mrs. Mary P. Avery, July 5, 1911—85. Mrs. Orin Allbee, Dec. 10, 1907—67. Pasco Austin, Feb. 1, 1908—81. Mrs. Rachel Anderson, Apr. 7, 1901—68. Mrs. K. A. Austin, June 22, 1901—61. Robert Andrews, Sept. 18, 1904—78. James Allen, Aug. 28, 1908—82. Florence Edith Austin, Apr. 16, 1910—46. Elisha S. Austin, Nov. 18, 1911—78. Fred Albrecht, Jan. 19, 1912—72. Mrs. Etta Haas Andrews, Dec. 23, 1910_59. Henry P. Allen, Jan. 1, 1911—72. Peter Anderson, Oct. 13, 1888—62. Edward W. Allen, July 31, 1916—57. Barton S. Austin, Dec. 29, 1916—72. Mrs. Margaret Guth Averill, Jan. 24, 1918—49. William C. Austin, Aug. 25, 1919—25. Mrs. Virginia Adams, Feb. 5, 1920—72. Henry Andrus, Apr. 20, 1920—80. Bolette J. Anderson, Oct. 26, 1920—84. Mrs. A. L. "Whig" Austin, Mar. 26, 1921—60. Mrs. Clara Allen, Apr. 24, 1921—82. Emil Arnold, Sept. 10, 1921—65. James A. Austin, 1921— Emery Arnold, Sept. 10, 1921— Frank F. Axtell, Feb. 26, 1922—75. Mrs. B. S. Austin, Apr. 21, 1922—67. Samuel Atkinson, June 30, 1922—72. Mrs. S. E. Atkinson, Dec. 28, 1922. Mrs. Jane Austin, Nov. 9, 1923. Rev. Isaac N. Adrian, May 12, 1925. Gustav E. Adams, May 19, 1925—80. Ashley Anderson, June 26, 1925. William P. Allen, Dec. 29, 1924— Mrs. Susan Andrus, Feb. 13, 1928—79. -Herbert W. Allen, Sept. 13, 1926—66. Mrs. C. Anderson. Jan. 6, 1930—90. Hans O. Anderson, Jan- 19, 1930—91. Garry R. Austin, Apr. 11, 1931—54. Anton Anderson, May 22, 1933—66. Mrs. James S. Andrews, Dec. 1, 1932. Alvin J. Austin, Dec. 7, 1932—65. Mrs. Emma (A. J.) Austin, June 11, 1934. Mrs. Bertha (Anton) Anderson, June 28 1934. William I. Averill, Sept. 16, 1934—62. Mrs. Minnie Albrecht, Oct. 20, 1934—91. Mrs. P. B. Anderson, Jan. 1, 1935—62. Mrs. Lars Anderson, Aug. 4, 1935—36. Ole H. Aavang, Oct. 18, 1935—76. Mrs. Addie Armstrong, Jan. 5, 1936. Alfred Anners, Jan. 11, 1936—72. Charles T. Allen (Judge), Jan. 24, 1936-54. Ed. R. Andrews, Aug. 28, 1936—71. Mrs. Fred Anderson, Aug. 17, 1929—80. Thomas Adrian, Dec. 6, 1930. Mrs. Delbert Abbott, Mar. 7, 1933. Mrs. Charles Albright, Nov. 2, 1932—75. A. F. Alexander, June 3, 1936. Theo. Anderson, Aug. 21, 1936. B Algernon C. Belcher, Mar. 28, 1911—81. George A. Burbank, Jan. 26, 1891—47. John F. Bunker, Jan. 16, 1892—88. Mrs. Sarah C. Bassett, Jan. 31, 1892—70. Edmund Baldwin, Mar. 7, 1892—86. Mrs. Eva Buell, Sept. 30, 1893—37. Mrs. Clara A. Bird, April 17, 1894—53. John H. Bagley, May 25, 1894—70. George S. Beach, Aug. 4, 1894—65. Nelson Blakeslee, Mar. 21, 1895—81. Richard Bishop, May 31, 1895—71. John T. Barden, Jan. 6, 1890—65. Gervase Blakeslee, Oct. 24, 1890—83. Prof. Joseph A. Badger, Mar. 29, 1891—72. Wallace P. Benson, July 28, 1895—65. Mrs. Emma W. Brass, Dec. 10, 1907—69. Mrs. A. C. Belcher, Nov. 6, 1898—68. Mrs. Elvira F. Barrows, Feb. 17, 1899— 78. Alice E. Blakeslee, June 27, 1899—54. Andrew Bourne, Dec. 4, 1900—81. Mrs. John T. Barden, May 24, 1898—71. Mrs. Clara M. Beardsley, Apr. 21, 1905—78. George K. Bunker, Aug. 14, 1905—79. Mrs. Laura J. Bourne, Aug. 18, 1909—84. Mrs. Martha Bunker, May 29, 1910—84. Edwin R. Bird, June 26, 1910—81. Gardner E. Burbank, Sept. 21, 1910—78. Frederick S. Brink, Nov. 23, 1911—47. Dr. William H. Buck, Jan. 19, 1912—72. Halina R. Blakeslee, Oct. 20, 1911—75. George W. Baird, Nov. 12, 1911—78. William H. Burger, June 2, 1912—55. Dr. Edward Bennett, Feb. 3, 1889—75. William C. Bates, Dec. 27, 1912—64. Christian Bier, Oct. 13, 1912—76. Frank H. Belcher, Dec. 21, 1915—45. Peter Burger, Nov. 11, 1914—87. Lathrop H. S. Barrows, June 12, 1914. Mrs. Julian A. Becker (Florence Sessions), Mar. 7, 1915—59. Mrs. T. H. Brown, Oct. 1, 1916—60. Frank W. Buell, Oct. 13, 1916—66. Frank M. Bunker, Apr. 12, 1917—65. Joseph C. Button, Apr. 19, 1917—97. Orson N. Brass, July 7, 1917—84. Amos K. Bunker, Nov. 16, 1917—71. Mrs. Harriette L. Brown, Jan. 26, 1918—92. Mrs. Amy L. Brink, Aug. 18, 1918—83. Charles A. Betz, Feb. 27, 1919—73. Mrs. Mary Burger, Jan. 12, 1920—50. Frank N. Blakeslee, May 23, 1920—45. Roscoe Brewer, May 8, 1920—39. Abel D. Barden, June 30, 1920—65. Charles H. Buckley, Nov. 8, 1920—38. Mrs. Eliza Burger (wife of Peter Burger) Dec. 2, 1920—89. Mrs. Harriet D. Brown, Feb. 11, 1921—93. Horace G. Barden, 1921—57. Mrs. Mary Buck, (wife of Dr. Buck), May 20, 1921—78. John Bockhus, June 6, 1921—84. Mrs. John Bockhus, Feb. 10, 1919. John N. Barber, Oct. 19, 1921—78. Mrs. Gardner E. Burbank, Mar. 27, 1922—69. Mrs. Thersea B. Bossier, June 11, 1922—78. Geo. K. Burbridge, Aug. 11, 1922—73. Jesse A. Baldwin, Dec. 7, 1921—67. Mrs. George Burger, Dec. 29, 1921—62. A. Broderman, Sr., Apr. 29, 1923—67. George Barden, July 11, 1923—62. James A. Bayrd, Feb. 25, 1923—84. Mrs. Ellen M. Brooks, Mar. 1923—68. Frank Brink, Mar. 27, 1923. George Brown, April 6, 1924. John W. Brewer, April 10, 1924—67. Mrs. John N. Barber, Apr. 15, 1924—68 Capt. Alb. E. Bourne, Apr. 23, 1924. Wilbur F. Bassett, July 5, 1924—77. Ensley D. Barnard, Sept. 26, 1924—72. Jesse Barnes, Jan. 1, 1925. Mrs. Amos K. Bunker, Sept. 12, 1925. Mrs. Emil Beilke, Apr. 1, 1926—53. Mrs. Lorenz Brugger, Apr. 14, '26—72. Mrs. Jas. A. Bayrd, Apr. 27, 1926-77. John M. Barden, July 1, 1926—74. Mrs. Sylvia Besley, Sept. 1926. Mrs. Emelie Bosshard, Sept. 26, 1926. Mrs. Delight Bigler, (sister of A. J. Murphy), Dec. 31, 1926. Mrs. Emma Baars, Jan. 18, 1927. Mrs. Mac. Brunson, Jan. 24, 1927. George E. Brink, Feb. 5, 1927—55. Mrs. Fredericks Bloom, Mar. 7, 1927. John Becking, Mar. 17, 1927—81. Frank Brown, Apr. 25, 1927—73. William Barry, Oct. 3, 1927—73. Carrie Bailey, Jan. 26, 1928. Robert Banford, Mar. 24, 1928—83. Mrs. Walter C. Besley, July 7, '28—51. James Thos. Bower, July 7, 1928—75. Mrs. John Brown, July 21, 1928. Thomas Bennett, Sept. 6, 1928. John Brandon, Sept. 7, 1928—97. Mrs. Geo. W. Bentley, Sept. 24, 1928— Mrs. A. Belshaw, Sept. 24, 1928. Mrs. Lewis C. Boone, Oct. 9, 1928—66. Mrs. Thos. Bonnichsen, Dec. 5, 1928. Mrs. Johanna Birk, Dec. 13, 1928—80. Ernest H. Bishop, Apr. 15, 1929. Joseph Bransby, Apr. 27, 1929—63. Smith M. Brown, Nov. 9, 1929—73. John Brown, Aug. 8, 1930—78. August Broderman, Jan. 14, 1930. Mrs. Adelia Bonslett, Jan. 14, 1930—83. William Barry, Apr. 30, 1930—61. Agnes E. Bigelow, Apr. 29, 1930—57. Mrs. Elmer E. Bagley, May 18, 1930. Theron H. Brown, May 23, 1930—75. Dr. A. E. Baldwin, May 25, 1930—78. Fred G. Blakeslee, Jan. 15, 1931. Mrs. Mary W. Brewer, Feb. 25, 1931. Mrs. Caroline Burley, Mar- 10, 1931. Dr. Thos. Blakeslee, Aug. 19, 1931—87. George Burger, Dec. 23, 1931—71. Mrs. John Beam, Feb. 24, 1932. John Bolger, Feb. 25, 1932. Mrs. W. A. Barry, Apr. 11, 1932. Fred Bigelow, Mar. 25, 1933—72. Adolph J. P. Bertschy, June 6, '33—58. Mrs. John P. Burke, June 25, 1933—76. George W. Bentley, Oct. 30, 1932. Mrs. Fred Bockhus, July 9, 1933—60. Mrs. Kate Betz, Aug. 26, 1933—73. Mrs. Katherine Bier, Sept. 4, 1933—86. George Bergen, Oct. 25, 1933. Charles Burland, Oct. 17, 1933—85. Mrs. Frank Booth, Dec. 4, 1933. Joseph C. Botts, Jan. 31, 1934— Fred Bowers, Feb. 13, 1934. Park J. Bunker, Jan. 17, 1934—52. Mrs. Frank M. Barber, May 10, '34—72. Mrs. Sarah Barnard, May 20, 1934—73. Mrs. Samantha Button, July 22, '34—103. Mrs. Lucinda Bates, Dec. 18, 1934—81. Mrs. Ellen Begley, Dec. 20, 1934—80. Mrs. Lydia Burdick, Feb. 11, 1935—90. Norman A. Baker, Sept. 18, 1935—64. Emil M. Beilke, Oct. 15, 1935—66. Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, Jan. 14, '36—84. John Baldock, Jan. 26, 1936—90. Mrs. Agnes Brennen, May 30, 1936—95. Mrs. Thos. Bonnichsen, June 5, '36—52. Amory Barber, July 2, 1936—86. Mrs. Catherine Boner, Aug. 11, '28—76. Rev. C. H. Bente, Apr. 7, 1929. James P. Brink, Sept. 10, 1929—54. Rose Barden, Sept. 11, 1929—62. Halsey W. Barnes, July 14, 1929—65. Mrs. Margaret Blank, Aug. 8, 1930—77. Jennie Schryver Brown, Jan.l8,'33—76. Euretta Bumstead, Dec. 13, 1935—74. Mrs. Olive Barnes, Dec. 21, 1898. Mrs. Adelia Bennett, Jan. 10, 1899—56. Grandma Barber, Oct. 31, 1897—87. Mrs. Marg. Buckley, Jan. 30, 1898—57. C Mrs. Ann Crosby, Jan. 7, 1891—62. Thomas Connor, Dec. 19, 1891—65. Amanda B. Chappel, July 10, 1892—84. Thomas M. Cook, Feb. 13, 1893—69. Alvin W. Cumins, Mar. 26, 1894. Dr. Wm. Wallace Cook, Feb. 4, '95—40. Mrs. Ella Cook, Feb. 12, 1895—41. Catherine Clapp, April 29, 1895—73. Philander W. Clark, Jan. 17, 1890—55. Mrs. Ann Crosby, Jan. 7, 1891—62. Abraham B. Cowlin, Sept. 25, 1907—85. Thomas Coffey, Dec. 31, 1907—75. Isabel Craik, Feb. 13, 1895—75. Collins Clark, Oct. 28,1896-86. Mrs. Sarah J. Cook, Apr. 28, 1899—78. Leander Church, Dec. 20, 1880—71. Mrs. Amanda Chase, Oct. 21, 1900—85. E. R. Caskey, Jan. 1, 1898—70. James M. Cowen, Feb. 24, 1898—73. Mrs. J. C. Choate, Feb. 24, 1903—72. Samuel E. Clark, Feb. 18, 1903—55. Thomas Cowlin, Mar. 11, 1905—60. Mrs. R. H. Conant, Aug. 2, 1905—69. Mrs. Richard Carr, Nov. 17, 1905—69. Mrs. John D. Charles, Mar. 15, '06-60. William D. Carr, Aug. 14, 1908—73. James M. Carr, Oct. 29, 1908—64. Harvey H. Chappell, Mar. 11, 1909—67. Frank M. Clark, Jan. 11, 1910—80. Sarah F. Church, Feb. 17, 1910—76. Loraine R. Harper Church, Oct. 1,'10—80. Malachi Church, Dec. 8, 1899—. Mrs. Mary Conley, July 14, 1911—77. Frank B. Choate, Mar. 14, 1911—52. Edward J. Coquilette, Nov. 12, '11—45. Isaiah C. Chase, May 3, 1889—70. John O. Cunningham, May 12, '13—53. R. H. Conant, Oct. 8, 1915—77. Mrs. Conant, 1906—. Mrs. Wright Carr, Feb. 19, 1916—73. Mrs. Louise Cook, Mar. 4, 1916—80. Patrick Cooney, Dec. 26, 1916—71. Mrs. A. B. Cowlin, Feb. 5, 1917—83. Mrs. Charles Clark, Nov. 29, 1917—71. Mrs. Mary E. Carr, Apr. 18, 1918—85. Fred A. Copeland, May 6, 1918—47. Mrs. Mary Cook, July 22, 1918—87. Mrs. Owen H. Corr, Oct. 11, 1919—36. Mrs. Susan Clark, Feb. 26, 1919—79. William H. Cowlin, Mar. 14, 1919—75. James Cooney, Apr. 19, 1919—69. Mrs. Wealthy Cowdrey, Feb. 21, '20—87. Levi Cowdrey, May 21, 1904. John Coates, June 8, 1920—90. Mrs. Amos B. Coon, Jan. 7, 1922—92. George W. Conn, May 15, 1922—88. Hayward J. Conn, June 1, 1922—39. Cornelius Crowley, July 27, 1922—55. John A. Oakley, Aug. 27, 1923. Mrs. T. S. Carr, Oct. 25, 1922—90. John J. Carroll, Nov. 4, 1922—64. Thomas F. Cooney, Dec. 24, 1922—74. John R. Conn, Jan. 6, 1923—79. John I. Coe, Feb. 17, 1923—34. Silas C. Crossman, Mar. 12, 1923—72. Mrs. Philander Clark, Mar. 27, '23—82. Roy Cowlin, Nov. 30, 1923—30. Mrs. Dennis Corr, July 4, 1924. Morris S. Caskey, Nov. 26, 1924. Timothy B. Collins, Dec. 24, 1924—82. Mrs. Thomas Charles, June 7, 1925—74. Mrs. Elizabeth Charles, Jan. 30, 1925. Sam. E. Cunningham, Nov. 26, '25—61. William Cooney, Dec. 25, 1925. Mrs. Mary Ann Coffey, Jan. 11, '26—86. Edward Chapman, Feb. 20, 1926—67. DeWitt Compton, Mar. 29, 1926—75. Margaret Corr, July 22, 1926. Thomas Corcoran, Nov. 13, 1926—81. Mrs. Harriet Crawford, Feb. 4, 1927. George L. Copeland, Feb. 10, 1927. Mrs. Frank Choate, Oct. 6, 1927. Mattie Ormsby Campbell, Nov. 10, '27. John Carlson, Nov 23, 1927—84. Glen Cowlin, Apr. 30, 1928—34. Charles Clark, Apr. 30, 1928—63. George W. Conn, May 15, 1928—58. Thomas Collier May. 30, 1928. William Conerty, Aug. 6, 1928—79. Mrs. George W. Carr, July 24, 1928. Geo. W. Carpenter, Oct. 2, 1928—96. J. Elbert Conklin, Oct. 6, 1928. Mrs. Anna M. Collen, Oct. 12, 1928. Mrs. Patrick Conerty, Nov. 8, 1928—82. Mrs. Mary Canfield, Jan. 21, 1929—68. William Corr, Apr. 24, 1929. Mrs. Sarah Cooney, May 10, 1929—69. James F. Casey, June 1, 1929—68. Rev. David J. Conway, Oct. 21, '29—65. Mrs. Mary Conklin, Oct. 7, 1929—72. Beatrice Wilkins Cowlin, July 13, '30— Adriel E. Cowlin, Jan. 6, 1930. Mrs. L. B. Compton, Dec. 23, 1929. Mrs. Frances Cannon, Mar. 6, 1930—79. E. H. Cadwallader, Mar. 3, 1930—68. William E. Coonrad, May 21, 1930. Mrs. Myrtle C. Cuneo, June 1, 1930— Mrs. William Clark, Oct. 6, 1930. L. B. Compton, Oct. 10, 1930. Mrs. Esther Cowlin, Jan. 3, 1931—51. Mrs. Melissa Calvert, Feb. 17, 1931—71. James H. Corr, Feb. 21, 1931—70. Mrs. John Cameron, Apr. 3, 1931. Mrs. Mary A. Conerty, June 3, '31—55. Mrs. Alpha M. Clark, June 28, 1931. Lucy Glennon Cheasbro, Aug. 13, '31. Clinton D. Carr, Oct. 9, 1931—79. Mary J. Crossman, Feb. 13, '32—71. Richard D. Croak, June 12, 1932—64. Hans C. Christensen, Dec. 19, 1932—69. Mrs. Elizabeth Clark, 1933. Arthur J. Cannon, Mar. 9, 1933—59. Herbert Cowdrey, Nov. 15, 1932. Mrs. P. Christensen, July 27, 1933—63. John W. Cameron, Sept. 14, 1933—84. Elizabeth Crandall, Oct. 20, 1933—96. Minerva Clapsattle, Dec. 10, 1933—89. John Callahan, May 1, 1934—65. William H. Crumb, Sept. 23, 1934—61. Mrs. W. D. Covent, Feb. 3, 1935—82. Jay Conway, June 26, 1935—50. Byron Cheasbro, Sept. 16, 1935—66. Mrs. John Corcoran, Nov. 15, 1935. Jas. E. Cunningham, Jan. 4, 1936—77. Mrs. Victoria Clancy, Jan- 28, 1936—74. Mrs. Laura Curtis, Feb. 23, 1936—100. Dr. Clayton Charles, May 3, 1936—58. Harry Compton, Feb. 3, 1925. Walter Cobb, Mar. 23, 1930—64. Jay Comiskey, Oct. 1, 1933—42. Calvin M. Curtis, Apr. 1, 1934—63. Robert E. Cleveland, July 31, 1935—65. Lee M. Colton, Oct. 13, 1898—45. Jennie M. Calif, Nov. 18, 1898—47. J. C. Choate, Mar. 20, 1907. D James G.Dufield, Jan. 13, 1892—80. Mrs. Jas. G. Dufield, Sept. 6, 1892—73, Dr. Lyman H. Davis, Mar. 6, 1893—71. Mary McElroy Donnelly, May 20, '95—79. Franklin P. Donnelly, Apr. 4, 1895—42. Sarah W. Dufield, Dec. 10, 1895—77. Henry Duffield, Oct. 2, 1895—92. Cassious C. Dilley, Jan. 14, 1897—55. Dr. W. H. Doolittle, June 10, 1912—62. Charles Dufield, Jan. 5, 1891—83. Timothy J. Dacy, Aug. 1, 1896—58. John A. Dufield, Mar. 17, 1908—57. John J. Donnelly, Dec. 10, 1898—44. Alois Dreyer, Jr., Jan. 3, 1899—44. Abram Dygert, Feb. 2, 1899—75. Rudolph Diesel, Mar. 11, 1902—79. Timothy Driscoll, May 11, 1902—88. Mrs. Ann C. Donnelly, Apr. 16, '02—78. Peter Dietrich, May 20, 1901—89. John A. Dufield, Sept. 9, 1902—72. Albert W. Deitz, Sept. 16, 1904—74. William H. DeWolf, Nov. 16, 1905—52. Mrs. John Dacy, Mar. 2, 1909— Mrs. Louis Dimmel, July 14, 1909—85-Mrs. Rosalie Diesel, Mar. 6, 1912—86. Nathan Disbrow, Aug. 8, 1911—96. Alonzo Dickinson, Oct. 15, 1911—89. Mrs. John C. Darrell, Dec. 29, 1910—65. Mrs. Abial Dike, Jan. 8, 1911—81. Edwin W. Dike, Mar. 17, 1911—91. Mrs. M. N. Durfee, Mar. 22, 1911—85. Charles W. Deitz, June 12, 1912—54. John C. Darrell, Mar. 11, 1913—67. Robert L. Dufield, Nov. 4, 1914—77. Catherine Donnelly, June 22, 1915—65. Oscar F. Dufield, Mar. 11, 1916—77. Mrs. Hiram J. Dygert, Aug. 1, 1916—71; John J. Donnelly. Dec. 20 1916-99. Mrs. Julia Dike, Jan 5. 1917—78. Frank A. Daniels, Oct. 10, 1917—52. Mrs. Frederick Dietz, Mar. 14, '18—88. Michael E. Duggan, July 19, 1918—74. John C. Donnelly, Oct. 15, 1918—62. Mrs. D. C. Doolittle, Oct. 28, 1918—90. Charles Doll, Jan. 1, 1920—60. Mrs. George Dewey, Mar. 9, 1920—64. Mrs. Almina Dwelly, Feb. 14, 1921—90. Charles H. Donnelly, Dec. 27, 1921—66. Rupert D. Donovan, Mar. 23, 1922—33. L. C. Dana, July, 1922. Annie Driscoll, Nov. 10, 1922—71. Mrs. Martin Dirrenberger, Mar.l4,'23—67. William H. Dwight, Nov. 7, 1923. Mrs. Lillian DeWolf, Nov. 20, 1923. Mrs. James Donnelly, Dec. 4, 1923—63. Mrs. Sarah Donnelly—67. Frank W. Doten, June 14, 1923—68. James Dermont, June 10, 1924—72. Mrs. Michael Dassow, Oct. 23, 1924. Mrs. Oscar Dufield, Nov. 11, 1924. John Duggan, Apr. 16, 1925. John Davis, May 6, 1925—82. Miss Hattie Dake, Feb. 20, 1925. Mrs. Mary Dreyer, Dec. 27, 1925. Neill Donnelly, Feb. 27, 1926—49. Mrs. Ada Dufield, Apr. 6, 1926. Theodore Davis, June 18, 1926. Bruce Diggins, Aug. 29, 1926. Mrs. T. J. Deneen, Sept. 1, 1926—82. Lon O. Diggins, Oct. 3, 1926—72. John A. Dufield, Jan. 1, 1927—85 (Farmer). Mrs. Anna Duggan, Apr. 26, 1927—72. Mrs. Edward Durkee, May 3, 1927—41. Miss Mary E. Dacy, July 27, 1927. Lincoln H. Dibler, Oct. 24, 1927—63. Mrs. Alan Dufield, Dec. 27, 1927—32. Michael Donovan, Jan. 15, 1928. Mrs. M. J. Dermont, Jan. 18, 1928—71. A. J. Deitz, Jan. 26, 1928—51. Mrs. Ruth A. Dewey, Apr. 5, 1928—91. Miss Anna Donovan, Apr. 25, 1928. Mrs. James Dilley, Oct. 4, 1918—45. W. E. Dike, Dec. 26, 1928—68. Mrs. Ellen Duffy, Mar. 13, 1929—80. Mrs. Marie L. DeCroix, Apr. 3, 1929. Miss Hannah Donnelly, July 3, 1929. Harry Dodson, July 3, 1929. Charles Dufield, Aug. 8, 1929. Miss Marg. Donnelly, July 22, 1929. Martin Dirrenberger, Feb. 2, 1930—75. Zachary T. Dickerson, Mar. 14, '30—81. Mrs. Margaret Dufield, May 11, 1930. Louis Dimmel, Oct. 23, 1930—84. Mrs. Chas. F. Dacy, May 3, 1931—56. Frank Draheim, Aug. 6, 1931—66. Mrs. Lucinda Dacy, Oct. 16, 1931. Albert Dittbenner, Oct. 25, 1931—66. Thos. Ben. Donnelly, Feb. 2, 1932—63. Mary Ellen Doten, Feb. 16, '32—84. Orsemus Dickerson, Jan. 22, 1932—73. Arlie A. Deitz, Apr. 4, 1932— Mrs. Belle Dufield, Apr. 6, 1933. Mrs. John A. Dwelly, Apr. 23, 1933—75 Clarissa E. Dickerson, Apr. 19, '33—92. Mrs. Nina B. Donnelly, June 25 '33—76. Hiram J. Deygert, Aug. 13, 1933—84. Melvina Dickerson, Nov. 14, 1933—81. James Donnelly, Dec. 20, 1933. John D. Donovan, Apr. 11, 1934—83. Maurice J. Daly, Apr. 22, 1934—67. Miss Jane Donnelly, Aug. 21, 1934. Thomas J. Deneen, Jan. 8, 1934—87. William Desmond, Oct. 15, 1934—85. Charles T. Donovan, Apr. 30, 1935—83. George Dewey, May 25, 1930. Mrs. John Dennis, June 4, 1931. Mrs. Ruth A. Dewey, Mar. 16, 1932—95. Mrs. Sarah J. Dietz, June 16, 1935. Mrs. W. H. Doolittle, Oct. 26, 1906. John Dacy, May 9, 1896. Eliza Donnelly, June 13, 1926—82. Cyrus R. Durfee, Nov. 7, 1897—51. Patrick Driscoll, Dec. 14, 1897. Mrs. H. G. Durkee, Aug. 10, 1936. George Davis, Aug. 11, 1936—28. E Michael S. Eckert, Oct. 17, 1894—62. Henry Eckert, Dec. 4, 1892—67. Michael G. Eckert, Nov. 13, 1893—55. Jacob Eckert, Mar. 3, 1896—78. Wm. W. Ellsworth, Apr. 29, 1895—65. William Edwards, Oct. 10, 1896—87. Mrs. M. S. Eckert, Mar. 9, 1898—66. Henry G. Ehle, May 21, 1898—78. Mrs. Geo. Eckert, Oct. 24, 1902—55. Mrs. Frances Ehle, Aug. 5, 1905—73, Christian Eppel, Aug. 28, 1909—63. Jacob F. Eckert, 1910—45. Lydia E. Ercanbrack, Nov. 30, '11—86. James Eddy, Mar. 7, 1888—92. Mrs. Kitty A. Edinger, Dec. 22, '19—59. Henry Lewis Eddy, Aug. 17, 1920—60. Fred Eppel, Dec. 29, 1920—78. Mrs. M. G. Eckert, Sr., Aug. 20, '22—70. George Eckert, Jan. 28, 1923—80. George Eldredge, Jan. 31, 1923. Mrs. Cath. Eckert, Mar. 4, 1924—96. William H. Eckert, June 20, 1924. Alvin J. Eppel, Aug. 18, 1925—50. Mrs. Geo. F. Eckert, July 11, 1930—64. Rev. Chas. E. Enlow. May 16, 1931. Chas. M. Eldredge, July 4, 1931—64. Mrs. C. F. Ellsworth, Oct. 2, 1931—76. Wilbur Eckert, Mar. 7, 1933. J. Edw. Ercanbrack, June 8, 1933. Carl W. Eckdahl, Sept. 25, 1933—63. Mrs. E. W. Ercanbrack, Mar. 5, '34—85. Mrs. Jane Eckert, Oct. 1, 1935—39. Ed. W. Ercanbrack, June 3, 1928—81. Charles F. Eckert, Oct. 4, 1929—66. D. S. Emery, Dec. 25, 1929. Jacob V. Egelston, Apr. 3, 1930—84. Eliza (Jacob) Eckert, May 8, 1915-84. Mrs. Ragnilda Estrom, July 31, '98—78. Mrs. Carl Eickhoff, Mar. 5, 1898—48. F Owen Flood, Sept. 10, 1891—78. Frances Forrest, Nov. 28, 1893—76. Eliza B. Friend, Aug. 21, 1894—55. Luther Finch, Dec. 5, 1894—84. Rev. I. H. Fairchild, Feb. 26, '90—74. Robt. J. Furney, Feb. 14, 1897—86. Mrs. Robt. Forrest, Feb. 1, 1908—76. Peter Frey, Apr. 14, 1908—77. Lyman Francisco, Jan. 19, 1899—93. Mrs. Owen Flood, Dec. 21, 1900—76. Mrs. A. F. Field, Aug. 2, 1902—59. William Fisher, May 22, 1903—67. Mrs. Josiah Forman, Oct. 31, 1902—85. John H. Finch, Oct. 13, 1904—73. Albert L. Francisco, July 27, 1907—55. Josiah H. Forman, Sept. 30, 1908—90. Mrs. Rachel Frame, Sept. 13, 1910—90. Chas. M. Fosdick, Dec. 12, 1910—45. Mrs. Weston Foreman, Jan. 8, '11—86. Edw. E. Furer, Feb. 25, 1911—81. Marshall D. Friend, Oct. 31, 1914—78. Rev. Frank M. Fish, Sept. 19, 1915—67. Mrs. David Floyd, Jan. 1, 1916—71. Robert Forrest, Nov. 12, 1916—81. Mrs. Jas. A. Frame, Mar. 8, 1917—61. Mrs. Henry W. Fish, June 1, 1918—65. Leroy Fosdick, June 25, 1918—84. Benjamin F. Frame, Mar. 2, 1919—61. Sarah A. Freeman, May 11, 1919—73. Elam Felt, July 27, 1919—82. Mrs. Oliver F. Field, Feb. 3, 1920. Wm. G. Flanders, May 22, 1920—53. D. A. Fenlon, Oct. 26, 1920—61. Miss Emma Furer, Jan. 1920—63. Mrs. Sarah L. Fillmore, Jan. 24, 1923. Weston Foreman, June 2, 1923—93. John Fuchs, July 11, 1913—50. Maurice Fleming, May 27, 1924—78. Sophia Smith Fish, Apr. 1925. Mrs. Elam Felt, July 8, 1925. Mrs. Jas. C. Fuller, Dec. 13, 1925. Chas. S. Fay, Dec. 23, 1925—51. Mrs. Mary Fleming, Mar. 31, 1926—82. Mrs. D. W. Fitzgerald, Apr. 29, '26—41. Judge Chas. E. Fuller, June 25, '26—77. Mrs. John Foote, Nov. 9, 1926. Fred A. Fisher, Nov. 6, 1926—58. Ammie M. Francisco, Mar. 20, 1927—66. Frank J. Fisher, Apr. 24, 1927—52. Chas. B. Frame, Apr. 29, 1928—70. Mrs. Mary Frickle, May 18, 1928—86. Chas. A. Franson, Oct. 14, 1928—68. Mrs. Milan Fisher, Feb. 3, 1929. Mrs. Eliz. A. Freeman, May, 1929—88. Jas. F. Flood, June 7, 1929. Mrs. E. E. Fairchild, June 7, 1929—84. George W. Frame, Dec. 2, 1929—63. Adelia D. Fish, Mar. 30, 1930—95. Mrs. Matilda Fehrman, Mar. 25, '31—64. Fred Fehrman, 1923. Michael W. Frey, Mar, 28, 1931—71. Albert Francisco, Dec. 5, 1931—56. Lewis L. Freeman, Nov. 15, 1930—61. Horace E. Freeman, Mar- 30, 1932—62. James C. Fuller, Apr. 1, 1932. Albert F. Field, Apr. 3, 1932—92. Elizabeth Furney, Apr. 12, 1932—72. Mrs. Wallace E. Fish, Dec. 14, '32—78. Mrs, Wm. Fleming, Apr- 5, 1924—53. Wm. Henry Fish, Apr. 23, 1934—85. Jas. T. Furney, Dec. 12, 1934—92. J. Sibley Forrest, Apr. 6, 1935. Mrs. J. Sibley Forrest, June 22, 1933. Robt. I. Furney, Apr. 17, 1935—88. Chas. T. Forrest, June 17, 1935—70. John Albert Furney, June 29, 1935—91. Joseph Fierke, Mar. 26, 1936—72. Matt. H. Fitzsimmons, Apr. 20, '36—93. Mrs. Chas. T. Forrest, Mar. 6, 1925—64. Dr. Edw. E. Foley, May 18, 1932—58. John Fahey, Oct. 28, 1933—84. John A. Fosdick, Jan. 20, 1936—74. Myron Francisco, June 24, 1936—78. Edgar C. Fish, Feb- 20, 1936—76. Abraham Francisco, Jan. 19, 1899—93. Geo. B. Finch, Jan. 3, 1898—33. G Wm. D. Given, Dec. 23, 1891—74. Mrs. Mary B. Griffing, Apr. 29, '91—77. Stephen O. Gregory, Jan. 7, 1892—82. Michael Gallagher, Feb. 1, 1892—66. Mrs. Sylvia D. Gates, Dec. 15, 1892—82. Mrs. S. O. Gregory, Nov. 23, 1892—83. Robert Green, May 21, 1892—83. Mrs. Maria Gibbons, Dec. 26, 1894—66. William Giles, Apr. 18, 1896—35. Patrick Green, Aug. 17, 1895—69. Geo. Griebel, Mar. 22, 1891—84. Thomas Glennon, Sept. 26, 1907—86. Allen Giles—Mar. 27, 1893—64. Marguerite Griebel, Feb. 21, 1897—56. Mrs. E. R. Gillmore, July 11, 1897—73. James Gould, Dec. 7, 1901—77. Lewis J. Gates, Oct. 12, 1905—71. Mrs. Amy Green, Nov. 8, 1909—87. Chas. A. Given, Apr. 27, 1910—68. Geo. H. Garrison, Jan. 26, 1912—85. Mrs. D. C. Green, Mar. 30, 1911—72. Mrs. John Gillies, June 18, 1888—77. Jas. H. Garrison, Mar. 23, 1913—68. Mrs. Geo. B. Griffing, Feb. 28, 1915—57. Mrs. Orlando Garrison, July 28, '15—67. Nicholas Grady, Apr. 11, 1916—83. Flavel K. Granger, June, 1905—85. Mrs. Ellen Gaffney, Dec. 23, 1917—74. Mrs. Julia C. Given, Feb. 9, 1918—90. Eugene P. Griebel, Sept. 1, 1918—22. Mrs. Jas. Gillies, Aug. 16, 1919—71. Orlando Garrison, July 19, 1919—78. Melinda E'. Graves, Mar- 2, 1920—73. Mrs. Eliz. Grady, Jan. 12, 1920—79. Michael Griebel, Aug. 10, 1920—86. John Gallagher, Sept. 19, 1921—87. Mrs. Chas. F. Gaulke, Apr. 5, 1922—71. Charles Geske, Oct. 4, 1918—35. David L. Gibson, Nov. 1, 1922—73. Mrs. O. H. Gillmore, Jan. 25, 1923—73. Judge Orson H. Gillmore, Feb. 1, '24. Mrs. E. G. Griebel, July 29, 1923. Chas. Gaffney, Apr. 13, 1923—39. Mrs. Bernard Gallagher, Apr. 26, 1923. James Gannon, Apr. 8, 1924—75. John C. Gillies, Apr. 19, 1924—74. Wm. H. Gregory, May 28, 1924. Mrs. N. J. Garrison, Nov. 5, 1924. Geo. J. Griffiths, July 11, 1924—60. Dr. John W. Groesbeck, Feb. 8, '26—81. Wm. H. Gorham, Feb. 14, 1926—49. Mrs. Mary Gallagher, Feb. 14, 1927—90. T. S. Gabrielson, June 7, 1927. John Gibson, July 4, 1927—60. Mrs. John Gillies, Nov- 19, 1927. Mrs. Geo. Goodrow, Nov. 21, 1927. Addison Griffing, Dec. 14, 1927—69. Mrs. Dora Goodsell, Feb. 18, 1928—86. Mrs. Marg. Goodfellow, Feb. 25 '28—65. Robert Gaulke, July 4, 1928—60. Peter F. Gallagher, Mar. 21, 1929—58. Fred Griffing, June 2, 1929. Carl A. Graves, Apr. 24, 1930—88. Clarence Goddard, June 15, 1930—73. William Gaylord, Oct. 8, 1930—65. William O. Garrison, Sept. 1930. Mrs. A. W. Geister, Nov. 7, 1930—32. Charles Gregory, Jan- 21, 1931. B. R. Goodrow, Dec. 6, 1931—72. Geo. F. Gaulke, Apr. 21, 1932—43. Walter F. Geske, May 13, 1932—43. Helen Sawyer Gorham, Nov. 11,'23—93. George T. Goodrow, July 2, 1933—73. Chas. F. Gaulke, Sept. 19, 1933—78. Mrs. S. K. Gabrielsen, Jan. 8, 1934—40. Mrs. Clarence Goodall, Jan. 31, '34—39. Elmer S. Gorham, Apr. 22, 1934—59. Mrs. Amelia Gibson, Jan. 10, 1935—84. Wm. D. Gates, Jan. 26, 1935—81. Frank W. Glennon, Feb. 3, 1935—66. Wm. Gallagher, Sept. 4, 1935—56. Miss Effie Giles, Sept. 18, 1935. Mary A. Greeneltch, Jan. 11, 1936—87. George G. Graves, Feb. 25. 1936—55. Gus Gahlbeck, Mar. 14, 1936—78. F. R. Goodall, Mar. 24, 1936—69. Chas. H. Gaulke, Apr. 6, 1936—48. Mrs. Lucy W. Green, July 1, 1936—82. Mrs. Peter GruidI, July 11, 1936. Wm. Grawe, Sr., July 14, 1936—78. Mrs. Augusta Gerloff, Sept. 26, '24—63. Thos. H. Gill, Sept. 14, 1926—69. Thos. P. Green, June 30, 1929—38. Gus Gahlbeck, Mar. 14, 1936—78. Dennis B. Gregory, Dec. 5, 1898—78. Cameron Goff, Dec. 6, 1898. Mrs. Anna M. Gray, Dec. 31, 1898—62. Mrs. Viola Garrison, June 12, 1899—78. G. D. Grover, July 5, 1898—92. Edw. Gorenflo, Aug. 31, 1936—69. H O. A. Hitchcock, Dec. 14, 1892—90. Mrs. Pet. J. Herdklotz, May 24, '93—64. Mrs. Amanda Howe, Nov. 28, 1893—69. Mrs. Goodsell Hallison, Oct. 13 '93—83. Thos. S. Huntley, May 22, 1894—87. Mark Hickox, May 18, 1896—77. Mrs. Abigail Hunt Hanaford, Jan. 8, 1896—74. Rev. Sam. Cox Hay, July 17, 1911—75-Karma Duke Hoy, May 15, 1912—91. Jacob Huber, Dec. 9, 1896—69. Mrs. A. H. Heaton, Jan. 26, 1897—77. Sarah A. B. Hakes, Nov. 22, 1907—83. Mrs. J. L. Hibbard, Jan. 3, 1908—71. T. M. Hanaford, Sept. 19, 1898—77. George Hansmann, Dec. 9, 1898—83. Warren D. Howe, Apr. 27, 1899—73. Mrs. Abigail Hurd, July 24, 1901—86. Mrs Cath Hansmann, Nov. 15, '01-76. Mrs. Geo. M. Herdklotz, Jan. 22, '01—33. Mrs. Geo. Herdklotz, July 20, 1902—67. Cornelius W. Huff, Apr. 3, 1903—89. Nathaniel T. Heaton, Apr. 4, 1903,56-1 Mrs. Geo. Hansmann, Sept. 2, 1905—35. Michael Harmon, Mar. 11, 1906—90. Horatio G. Hakes, Apr. 8, 1906—84. John L. Hibbard, Jan. 30, 1909—82. Bartholomew Higgins, Sept. 18, '09—77. Peter J. Herdklotz, Jan. 3, 1910—90. Christian Hansmann, Mar. 15, 1910—72. Mrs. Mary M. Hunter, Nov. 21, '11—82. Patrick J. Hanley, Mar. 8, 1912—77. Mrs. Henry Herman, May 1, 1911—71. Michael Herdklotz, Dec. 15. 1910—61. John Hendricks, Mar. 21, 1911—78. Mrs. Barth. Higgins, Jun. 7, 1912—75. John Howe, Sept. 18, 1889—81. Mrs. Patrick Hanley, Mar. 3, 1913—75. Mrs. Martin Haas, July 23, 1914. William Haley, Sept. 12, 1915—88. Mrs. Geo. M. Herdklotz, Sept. 22, '15-42. Chas. A. Herrington, Apr. 9, 1916—61. John G. Hartman, Aug. 28, 1916—85 Oldest settler of the county. Henry Herman, Jan. 23, 1917—86. Horatio H. Hakes, Mar. 8, 1918—60. Mrs. Mary L. Hunt, Mar. 7, 1918—93. Mother of Geo. A. Hunt. Mrs. Theo. Hamer, Apr. 30, 1918—51. Frank E, Hutson, Aug. 3, 1918—50. Clayton C. Harting, Aug. 21, 1918—47. Calvin J. Hendricks, Aug. 1918—46. Mrs. Esther A. Hoy, Oct- 10, 1918—85. Wife of M. D. Hoy. Josiah R. Hyde, Oct. 9, 1919—72. Mrs. Sara O. Hay, Nov. 19, 1918—81. Wife of Rev. S. C. Hay. John Hanck, Dec. 22, 1919. Fred W. Hartman, Mar. 9, 1920—58. Henry G. Herman, Mar. 23, 1920—68. George Hansman, Aug. 10, 1920—53. Fidelia Belcher Hamilton, Sept. 29, 1920—81. Russell Hyde, Dec. 22, 1920—46. James S. Howard, Oct. 22, 1921—77. William Holden, Sept. 19, 1921—92. Mrs. S. L. Hart, Feb. 28, 1922— John D. Hurley, Apr. 8, 1922—61. William F. Holtz, Mar. 31, 1922—69. Philip C. Hay, June 1, 1922. Jason D. Hakes, Sept. 4, 1922—60. Lyman Harrison, July 31, 1922—73. Peter H. Herdklotz, Feb. 28, 1922—64. Avery S. Holmes, Nov. 28, 1922—52. Wm. H. Harrison, Dec. 14, 1922—82. Chas. W. Harrison. June 13, 1923—75. Geo. H. Hooker, Feb. 12, 1923—69. Alfred Hansen, Mar. 30, 1923. Mrs. Michael Hogan, Dec. 27, 1923 (Mary Higgins). Francis Hutson, Jan. 23, 1924—82. Andrew Hansen, Apr. 1, 1924. Stark L. Hart, Apr. 12, 1924—64. Mrs. Marian Hubbard, Sept. 28, 1924. Stephen Horr, Jan. 24, 1925. Albert Hensel, Sept. 21, 1925—75. Frank E. Hanaford, Nov. 10, 1925—84. Mrs. Martha J. Hill, Mar. 5, 1926—84 Wife of Josiah Hill. Mrs. John Hayes, May 2, 1922—66. Mrs. Bertha Hensel, Apr. 22, 1926—78. William Howard, Aug. 27, 1926—41. C. W. Hart, Oct. 27, 1926. Mrs. Clara J. Hobart, May 7, 1927—71. Henry Holmgren, June 16, 1927—74. Mrs. Elvira Hutson, July 21, 1927—87. Mrs. Clara E. Harrison, Aug.29, '27—72. Henry Hacker, Apr. 22, 1928. Michael Harmon, May 10, 1928. Jerry Hecht, May 13, 1928. John Howe, July 23, 1928. Alva Hoage, Oct. 26, 1928. Mrs. J. J. Howell, Dec. 1, 1928. Wm. Harbison, Jan. 22, 1929—80. Mrs. W. H. Hobbs, Jan. 24, 1929. Mrs. Josiah R. Hyde, Feb. 7, 1929. Mrs. Ben Hutson, Mar. 4, 1929. Kenneth Hoy, Apr. 3, 1929—34. Fred A. Howell, Apr. 14, 1929—48. Mrs. Fr. E. Hanaford, May 14, '29—88. Charles Howard, June 3, 1929—74. Fred L. Hatch, July 7, 1929—81. Mrs. Geo. H. Hooker, July 17, 1929. Henry J. Hagert, July 26, 1929. Mrs. Delhia Hobart, Aug. 9, 1929—80. Mrs. Fremont Hoy, Nov. 20, 1929. Geo. Huntzinger, Nov. 21, 1929. Mrs. Henry Hansman, Dec. 16, '29—79. Mrs. C. A. Herrington, Aug. 24, '30—67. Amel O. Heider, Sept. 7, 1929—56. Mrs. Delia S. Howe, Jan. 9, 1930. Mrs. W. B. Henrie, Jan. 12, 1930—77. Mrs. M. Hallstrom, Jan. 30, 1930—65. Mrs. Elsie Hich, Feb. 21, 1930—82. Mrs. Julia Howe, Feb. 26, 1930. Charles Hadley, Mar. 21, 1930—82. Mrs. Frank Holcomb, Mar. 21, 1930— Ellery A. Harrison, Nov. 4, 1930. Carlton C. Hunt, Jan. 26, 1931—71. Charlotte Hollarbush, Apr. 1, '31—74. Dr. Obidiah H. Howe, Apr. 15, '31—76. Mary Jeanette Hurd, Apr. 24, '31—85. Garrett A. Hoxey, July 7, 1931. Robt. L. Hadden, Aug. 4, 1931—77. Mrs. J. B. Heistand, Sept. 4, 1931. Dexter Herrington, Nov. 11, 1931. Chas. W. Harrison, Jan. 18, 1932—65. Walter Hanaford, Feb. 15, 1932—51. Clyde R. Harrison, Nov. 10, 32—74. Augustus Herdklotz, Sept. 8, 1933—52. Mrs. Walter Holtz, Sept. 18, 1933—54. Margaret Hallisy, Oct. 31, 1933—25. Louis Hammond, Jan. 16. 1934—70. Mrs. Ida Huse, Jan. 19, 1934—67. Henry Hansman, Jan. 27, 1934—84. Frank T. Harlin, Mar. 4, 1934—78. Mrs. Lizzie Hakes, Apr. 17, 1934. John Hill, May 6, 1934—90. Robert Hanley, July 11, 1934—66. Mrs. William Hartman, Feb. 1935—46. Mrs. Sarah Hughes, Feb. 25, 1935—74. Mrs. Frank Hobart, Nov. 6, 1935—71. Harry M. Hanaford, Nov. 11, 1935—70. Mrs. Cecelia Holmgren, Dec. 3, '35—74. Mrs. Nettie Harrison, Dec. 18, '35—68. Mrs. Catherine Hurley, Jan. 7, 1936. Miss Lucy Hall, Jan. 1936—77. Mrs. Grace P. Hale, Feb. 16, 1936—65. Nellie Glennon Hartman, Mar, 1936. Mrs. Vandla Hoesley, Feb. 27, 1936—70. Mrs. Claribelle Howe, Mar. 14, '36—70. Chas. W. Herlklotz, Mar. 28, 1936—60. Claus H. Hamer, Mar. 30, 1936—94. Mrs. Clara Herlugson, May 25. '36—81. George Herdklotz, June 15, 1936—79. Wm. D. Huffman, July 14, 1936—79. George Howard, Oct. 6, 1927. Dr. E. L. Herrick, Nov. 3, 1929. Mrs. Lois Housholder, Oct. 28, 1929. William Halderman. June 13, 1930. Brodley H. Hanaford, Mar. 21, '31—85. John Hoch, Oct. 22, 1932—76. Lemuel Hall Hartman, Feb. 15, '94—53. John Henrie, Sr., Sept. 30, 1898—90. Jeanette A. Heaton, Apr. 21, 1899—60. George Hopke, Sept. 20, 1936—50. I George Irish, May 22, 1912—77. Iver Iverson, Apr. 22, 1911—8O. Mrs. Mary Wheeler Irish, Feb. 2S. 1920—77. J Mrs. Joel H. Johnson, Apr. 15, '90—59. Lawrence H. Jones, July 10, 1907—70. Helen E. Sherwood James, Apr. 18, 1896—37. Joel H. Johnson, Nov. 7, 1896—79. Severt T. Johnson, Aug. 20, 1907—69. Merritt L. Joslyn, Oct. 13, 1904—77. Mrs. E. C. Jewett, Apr. 4, 1912—55. Mrs. Thor Johnson, Jan. 9, 1916—68. Mrs. V. E. Jones, May 19, 1916—76. Joseph C. Johnston, Mar. 9, 1920—77. Whitney Judd, Mar. 30. 1920—90. Frederick Joorfetz, May 22, 1920—76. Mrs. Frank Johnson, Aug. 21, 1918—52. Mrs. Rufus C. Jefferson, Nov. 1, 1919. Mrs. Frank Johnson, Aug. 21, 1918—52. Elmer L. Joslyn, Apr. 3, 1921—58. Charles D. Judd, Dec. 9, 1922—83. Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn, Sept. 20, 1923—88. Mrs. Peter Justesen, Mar. 27, 1923—63. Mrs. J. C. Johnston, Apr. 25, 1924—81. Ada R. Johnson, Aug. 9. 1929—35. Thomas Johnson, June 21, 1926—74. A. J. Johnson, July 8, 1926—58. Martha M. Johnson, Oct. 22, 1927—75. Mrs. John S. Jones, Nov. 24, 1927. Thor Johnson, May. 18, 1928—83. Dr. C. M. Johnson, June 24, 1928—74. John S. Jones, July 13, 1929—63. Christian Jensen, Jan. 7, 1930—37. Mrs. Anna Johnson, June 6, 1931—80. Adam Jung, Sept. 21, 1931—54. Emilus C. Jewett, Oct- 8, 1931—77. Mrs. Frank Jewett, Oct. 27, 1931— Aaron Josephson, May 30, 1932—73. Nettie (C. D.) Judd, Aug. 24, 1933—77. Mrs. Melvin Johnson, Apr. 12, 1934. Mrs. Martha Judson, Apr. 25, 1934—74. Mrs. Mary Johnson, July 11, 1934—62. Frank O. Johnson, Dec. 31, 1934—63. Mrs. Chas. Johnson, Jan. 5, 1935— Christian Jensen, Dec. 25, 1934—76. Mrs. Chas. E. Jecks, July 1, 1935—56. Emma C. Johnson, July 25, 1935—74. Everett Judd, Feb. 24, 1936—56. Francis H. Johnson, Mar. 13, 1936—74. Mrs. W. P. Jones, Sept. 19, 1936—86. Mrs. Dora Johnson, Aug. 27, 1936. Clinton E. Jones, Feb. 21, 1927—55. Mrs. Aaron Josephson, June 6, 1926. Charles Jackett, Jan, 21, 1928. Frank O. Johnson, Nov. 7, 1932—66. John Jones, Aug. 20, 1934—43. Mrs. Sophronia Jacobs, Apr. 3, '99—83. K Chas. Kappler, Oct. 24, 1908—71. Magdalena (Chas.) Kappler, Feb. 23, 1924—83. Dr. C. N. Kendall, May 9, 1893—54. Judson P. Kimberly, 1894—64. James Kasson, 1895. Mrs. John A. Kennedy, Aug. 15, '95—67. Capt. L. D. Kelley, June 19, 1890—61. Mrs. Wm. C. Kniebusch, Feb. 9, '02—59 Jared Knapp, Apr. 2, 1903—97. Edwin M. Kemerling, Mar. 10, '05—35. Wm. W. Kennedy, Mar. 12, 1905. Mrs. Jud. P. Kimberly, Sept. 4, '05—76. Mrs. Lois Shipton Kirk, Oct. 25, '05—79. Mrs. Woolsey Knapp, Dec. 5, 1905—52. Mrs. Elma D. Kimball, Apr. 23, '06—83. Woolsey Knapp, Aug. 16, 1910—73. Jas. M. Kimball, May 24, 1911—91. Judson P. Kimberly, Jan. 10, 1911—82. Mrs. Mary H. Kelley, Mar. 21, 1911—95. James Kasson, July 27, 1911—61. Louis L. Kappler, Oct. 1, 1889. Magdalena (L. L.) Kappler, Nov. 1, 1914—72. Jacob Kuhn, Mar. 1907—75. Mrs. Jacob Kuhn, Sept. 1901—66. Mrs. W. E. Kennedy, Oct. 13, '14—51. Carroll F. Kingman, July 1, 1916. Mrs. Goodsell Knutson, Mar. 19, '17—62. Wm. E. Kennedy, Oct. 15, 1917—49. Mrs. Elizabeth Lemmers Kimball, Nov. 24, 1917-64. Walter D. Kimball, Mar. 2, 1915. Israel Kline, June 10, 1918—89. John R. Kellogg, Aug. 27, 1918—63. Mrs. John D. Kelsey, 1919—74. John Kindt, Nov. 18, 1918—65. George Kunkelman, Oct. 25, 1920—74. Mrs. Emeline Knapp, July 1, 1922—88. Eugene A. Kelsey, Dec. 4, 1922—46. Mrs. John Kohl, Apr. 28, 1923—79. William Kiel, Apr. 5, 1923—51. Mrs. M. W. Kerwin, June 15, 1924. Mrs. E. A. Knaack, July 1, 1924. Chas. W. Kellogg, Oct. 9, 1924—73. Mrs. Mary Kiltz, Aug. 30, 1925. Mrs. Mary Bachman Kibitz, 1926. John Kohl, July 20, 1926—83. August Kappler, Nov. 8, 1927. Rev. John D. Kelsey, July 19, 1928. Mrs. Catherine Kelley, Aug. 28, 1928. Michael Kelly, Jan. 12, 1929—92. William F. Krause, Mar. 21, 1929—61. Mrs. Frank Kimball, May 21, 1929—77. John Kolb, Nov. 15, 1929. Benj. F. Kelley, Apr. 10, 1930. Wm. D. Kingsley, Dec. 11, 1930—80. Fred L. Kimberly, July 25, 1931—74. W. L. Klein, Aug. 20, 1931—81. Mrs. Wm. Kennedy, Sept- 2, 1931. John Keepe, Apr. 9, 1932—70. Frank W. Kniebusch, Sept. 4, 1932—57. Goodsell Knutson, Mar. 30, 1933—90. Mrs. Wm. Kingsley, Nov. 30, 1932—79. Mrs. Christina C. Kuecker, July 11, 1933-84. McDonald Knight, July 8, 1933—82. Frank L. Kappler, Aug. 18, 1933—67. J. Nelson Kelly, Jan. 14, 1934. Mrs. Roger C. Kaufman, Jan. 29, '34— Mrs. Caroline S. Kirk, Jan. 16, 1934. Thomas S. Kirk, Apr. 2, 1931. Henry Kopsell, Mar. 8, 1934—84. Al. D. Kennedy, June 28, 1934—83. Miss Josephine Kennedy, July 25, 1934—78. Louis Kirchman, Aug. 19, 1934—75. Mrs. Maria Kopsell, Nov. 26, 1934—58. Daniel Kline, Jan. 27, 1935. Mrs. Eliz. W. Kugler, July 22, 1935—61. Gardner Knapp, Sept. 10, 1935—67. Mrs. Minnie Krull, Sept. 21, 1935—88. Mrs. Carl Kjell, Nov. 12, 1935—50. Harry E. Kelly, Jan. 14, 1936—65. Wm. Clark Kinney, Mar. 4, 1936—78. George Kohl, Mar. 2, 1938—54. Harvey Kimball, Mar. 12, 1936—74. Mrs. Bertha Koepsel, Sept. 21, '36—81. Dewey Knapp, Apr. 2, 1927. Mrs. Henry Keyes, May 1, 1926—76. Alanson Keese, Apr. 6, 1926—90. Mrs. Mary Kindt, July 14, 1929. Mrs. Wm. Kunda, Sept. 3, 1930—75. Mrs. Alice Klabunde, May 1, 1932—31. Joseph S. Kline, Apr. 23, 1933—63. Chas. F. Krause, Aug. 19, 1933—69. Mrs. Wm. Kinney, Sept. 18, 1933—70. Otto W. Koch, Jan. 24, 1934—50. William Koch, Sr., Oct. 28, 1933—78. John Kirchman, June 5, 1915—86. Ernest Knilans, Sept. 30, 1936—75. Charlotte E. Kelly. Aug. 6, 1936—70. Mrs. Jennie Peatt Kalbo, Jan. 7, 1935. L Guy D. Lawson, Oct. 9, 1907—67. Thos. R. Luniley, Nov. 14, 1896—69. Leonard Leidig. Jan. 21, 1897—54. John Lumlev, Feb. 11, 1899—85. Andrew W. Lascelle. Sept. 17, 1901—61. Mrs Jos. Lunney, Jan. 26, 1901—74. Thos. T. Lawson, Aug. 14, 1897—52. Eliz. A. Losee, Oct. 24, 1897—91. Thos. Lindsay, Oct. 21, 1902—66. Joseph Losee, Feb. 14, 1903—73. John Ladwig, May 25, 1903—66. James Lunney, Dec. 31, 1905—78. Albert O. M. Leland, Mar. 24, 1912—61. Cornelius F. Lemmers, June 3, '88—72. Lois D. Lemmers, July 1, 1912—73. Elam M. Lamb, Mar. 6, 1889—70. Mrs. E. M. Lamb, July 15, 1893—71. Mrs. Thos. Lumley, Jan. 12, 1913—76. Mrs. Eliz. Lawson, Feb. 16, 1915—74. Mrs. Chas. E. Losee, Feb. 7, 1916—53. Minor Lockwood, Apr. 1, 1916—89. James Lang, May 19, 1916—77. (Continued On Page Seven) Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Page Seven LIST OF OVER 2200 DEATHS OVER PAST 50 YEARS (Continued From Page Six) Mrs. John Lee, Feb. 28, 1920—65. James Lamb, July 17, 1920—89. Daniel W. Lichty, Dec. 2, 1920—73. Peter Lee, Mar. 28, 1922—76. Mrs. Minard Long, May 14, 1922—81. Mrs. Caroline Ladwig, July 24, '22—75. Mrs. Mary Lascelle, Sept. 9, 1922—76. Mrs. Mary Litzenberger, Aug. 27, '23. James Lake, Oct. 16, 1923—73. Rev. Thos. F. Leydon, June 19, '24—77. Mrs. Harriet Lloyd, Nov. 30, 1925—88. Mrs. D. W. Lichty, Jan- 6, 1926—76. Andrew Liden, Feb. 4, 1926—55. Mrs. AbbieLarkin, Feb. 10, 1927—51. Mrs. Mary C. Leonard, May 2, 1928— William Luedtke, Jan. 17, 1932—80. Timothy Leonard, Feb. 23, 1932—93. Frances Lockwood, Apr. 30, 1932—94-Siever't Lien, Dec. 27, 1932—83. Cynthia Lawrence, Jan. 22, 1933—91. Mrs. W. P, Lounsbury, Feb. 26, 1933— Mrs. Julia Lines, Apr. 7, 1933—93. Christ Lorenz, Oct. 3, 1932—68. Richard J. Long, Dec- 17, 1932—78. Mrs. M. Lehman, July 18, 1933—50. Mrs. Henry Lambke, Dec. 4, 19,33— Mrs. Mary Longworthy, Feb. 8, '35—87. Dr. Allison Lumley, 1935— Mrs. Chas. R. Leidig, July 29, 1935—55-Mrs.Solomon Langman, July 15, '36,-76 Charles E, Losee, July 18, 1936—83. Mrs. Kate Lawson, Aug. 31, 1926—82. Fred Lloyd, May 5, 1929— Mrs. Lena Lehman, May 11, '30—73. Jchn Lee, Dec. 20, 1930—75-Miss Mary Lunney, Aug. 29, 1931— Wiihelmina Luedtke, Mar. 4, 1933—-75. Mrs. Minnie Losee, June 2, 1934—89. Minard Long, Feb. 14, 1936—84. John Lumley, Feb. 11, 1899—85. M Mrs. John Miles, Aug. 2, 1897—72. Jesse Marvin, Nov. 19, 1891—73. Chas. E. Mead, Nov. 8, 1893—56. Michael H. McCahill, May 8, 1894—73. William G. Murphy, Feb. 22, 1896—77. Thos. B. McDowell, Mar. 6, 1895—47. A. Bodine McConnell, Feb. 15, 1895—56. Permelia McLean, Apr. 3, 1895—71. Jeremiah McAuliffe, Mar. 30, '95—73. Mrs. Rose Marum, Sept. 26, 1895—66. Sylvester Mead, Oct. 8, 1895—73. Rev. Henry H. Munroe, Oct. 22, '95—78. Anderson R. Murphey, Aug. 29, '10—70. Gad Moses, Mar. 9, 1890—78. Peter S. Martin, July 28, 1907—70. John McManus, Oct. 15, 1907—76. Mrs. Luceba Murphy, Apr. 18, '97—82. Jacob Mengs, Oct. 7, 1901—78. Mrs. A.T. Montgomery, Jan. 23, '02—55. Mrs. Levi McNett, Dec. 19, 1907—73. John J. Murphy, June 30, 1908—76. John S. Medlar, Sept- 28, 1898—78. Mrs. Cynthia L. Mills, Feb. 12, '99—76. Henry W. Mead, May 12, 1898—75. Abner A. Martin, Apr. 18, 1903—79. Robert W. Martin, May 7, 1903—49. Ira M. Mallory, July 18, 1904—69. Mrs. Alison McLean, June 29, 1906—69. R. Frank Murphey, Oct. 9, 1905—51. Mrs. Willard McNett, Jan. 6, 1906—31. Aquilla J. Murphy, Feb. 8, 1906—72. John McBroom, Mar. 5, 1906—66. Samuel McNett, July 19, 1907—59. Andrew W. Murphy, July 24, 1908—91. Mrs. Terrence McGee, Dec. 12, '08—103. Mrs. E. S. McFadden, Oct. 6, 1908—55. Mrs. John McManus, Mar. 1, 1909—77. Frederick Merton, Mar. 12, 1909—83. Milton M. Morley, Aug. 21, 1910—76. Wm. H. Miner, Nov. 28, 1911—39. Margaret C. Matheny, Mar. 7, '12—89. Mrs. Patrick McCabe, July 17, '11—86. Mrs. E. H. Murphy, Jan. 26, 1911—65. Henry D. McLaughlin, May 31, '15—62. Oliver P. Mead, Oct. 17, 1888—71. Mrs. O. P. Mead, Jan. 20, 1899—68. Theodore D. Murphey, 1888—62. Wm. Montgomery, June 12, 1887—87. Mrs. A. B. McConnell, Sept. 20, '12—75. Mrs. Thomas McGee, Feb. 3, 1913—48. Mrs. M. Louise Medlar, Mar. 25, '13—73. Ann McGee, Apr. 18, 1913—71. John Miller, Aug. 31, 1915—77. Willis H. Mann, Nov. 16, 1915—61. Mrs. Thos. McAllister, Nov. 20, '15—70. Mrs. Ed. Martin, Feb. 13. 1916—29-Wm. H. Munroe, Apr. 16, 1916—73. Thomas McAllister, Mar. 10, 1917—82. Willard N. McNett, May 3, 1917—64. E. S. McFadden, Mar. 11, 1918—70. Mrs. Dora Miller, May 30, 1918—82. Mrs. Richard Marriott, July 4, '18—93. Mrs. Mary McLaughlin, Aug. 1. '18—76. George Moore, Oct. 12, 1918—62. Mrs. James McCauley, Aug. 27, '19—52. Mary M. Murphy, Sept. 12, 1919—75. Mrs. Henry Mentzer, Sept. 18, '19—53. John McGee, Nov. 8, 1919. Mrs. Eliz. Murphy, Apr. 22, 1919—80. Edwin E. Mead, June 26, 1919—49. Michael Mullen, Mar. 14, 1920—64. Mrs. M. A. Morse, June 30,1920—97. Dr. C. C. Miller, Sept. 3. 1920—89. Anna McLaughlin, Sept. 11, 1920—6. Bernard Muldoon, Dec. 4, 1920. Chas. Emery McNett, Dec. 8, 1920—65. Mrs. Martin Miller, June 6, 1921—77. Thos. F. Mahon, Nov. 12, 1921—88. Mary Ann McCue, May 7, 1922—59. Mrs. Thos. B. Merwin, July 21, '22—44. Frank W. Medlar, July 26, 1922—57. Philip J. McCauley, July 31, 1923—68. Mrs. Sarah Marble, Sept. 23, 1923—87. Mary C. McBroom, Mar. 1923—81. Lewis W. McCannon, Apr. 2, 1923—83-Mrs. A. R. Murphey. Dec. 9, 1923. Catherine Given McCoy, Mar. 1, '24—71. Mrs. Walt. H. Murphey, Oct. 4, '24—38. Mrs. Anne Muldoon, Oct. 19, 1924—86. William J. McDowell, Dec. 16, 1924. Dr. T. R. McConnell, Jan. 6, 1926—30. Gusten B. Marble, Sept. 10, 1926—59. Jas. M. Matheny, Sept. 5, 1926—75. Thomas Miles, Sept. 22, 1926—60. Mrs. W. A. Martin. Sept. 29, 1926—90. George L. Murphy, Oct. 10, 1926—48. Mrs. J. J. Mergener, July 18, 1918-55. Chas. W. Morton, Aug. 31, 1927—75. Mrs. Harriet McNett, Dec. 2, 1927-71 Widow of Sam. McNett. Watson M. Murdock. Apr. 3. 1928—83. Peter McCue, July 15, 1928. Julia McCannon, Aug. 6, 1928. Mrs. Agnes Munroe, Aug. 23, 1928. Geo. H. Merwin, Nov. 2, 1928. Mrs. Lydia McNett, Nov. 10, 1928—64. John R. Miller, Dec. 25, 1928—90. James McBroom, Jan. 10, 1929—35. Mrs. Rose McGee, Mar. 7, 1929. John Miles, Mar. 26, 1929. Michael McDermott, May 12, 1929. Thomas McGee, Dec. 9, 1929—82. Walter H. Murphey, Apr. 16, 1930. Emily A. Mitchell, May 25, 1930—87. Francis M. Martin, Feb. 24, 1931—79. John W. Metzgor, Mar. 7. 1931—69. Thomas Marron, June 24, 1931. Wm. J. Miner, Aug. 19, 1931—74. Philip Mentzer, Oct. 3, 1931. Mrs. L. E. Morrow, Oct. 11, 1931. Perry W. Murphey, Oct. 30, 1931. Mary J. McCauley, Nov. 7, 1931—90. Frank Miller, Sept. 2, 1931-83. Miss Adell Martin, Aug. 31, 1931—79. Bert Merchant, Feb. 13, 1932—70. Henry Mentzer, Apr. 4, 1932—88. Benjamin F. Manley, May 25, 1932. Laura M. Morley, Dec. 1, 1932. Mrs. John P. Miller, June 8, 1933—48. Mrs. Anna H. Marvin, Nov. 14, '32—52. Westen McCullom, Dec. 18, 1932—79. Rev. C. E. Maxwell, Nov. 18, 1933. Joseph Musser, Dec. 1, 1933—52. Edwin F. Meyer, Dec. 19, 1933—59. Matthew Martin, Jan. 22, 1934—91. John McCarthy, Jan. 31, 1934—79. James Muldoon, Feb. 6, 1934—70. Michael Murphy, May 27, 1934—76. Wm. H. Mavis, May 31, 1934. John C. Miller, July 1, 1934—55. Mrs. Geo. Mansfield, Mar. 17, '34—84. Mrs. Wm. McGee, Mar. 1, 1935. Frank E. Martin, May 8, 1935. Peter Mortensen, June 3, 1935—74. James P. McCauley, Aug. 21, 1935—69. Andrew Moritz, Oct. 23, 1935—80. Mrs. Alex. McNaughton, Oct. 30, 1935. Walter Michaelis, Nov. 24, 1935—42. Mrs. Arthur (Reed) Miller, Jan. 30, '36. Arthur Miller, 1924. Mrs. John Musser, Apr. 24, 1936—53. August Mavis, Sr., July 11, 1936—74. Mrs. Fred Messman, Aug. 6, 1936—49. James Miles, Mar. 2, 1927—66. George W. Miller, Aug. 23, 1927—60. Arthur W. Miller, July 5, 1928. Henry Mengs, July 13, 1929—66. Thomas McGee, Dec. 9, 1929. Henrietta Maventhal, Mar. 21, 1930. Mrs. Belle McEwan, Dec. 9, 1933—86. Mrs. Terrence McCabe, Mar. 31, '34—69. James Monahan, Sept. 30, 1898—90. Mrs. Mary A. Miner, Feb. 11, 1899—85. J. B. Merchant, May 1899—64. John Muldoon, Oct. 25, 1899—65. William McDonald, Nov. 25, 1897. Helen R. Mclntyre, Mar. 26, '99—58. Helen Merwin, Aug. 3, 1936. N Thomas Norton, Oct. 16, 1897—75. John B. Nichol, Nov. 14, 1895—73. Dr. Jas. Northrop, Aug. 9, 1896—71. Nelson S. Norton, Apr. 9, 1902—54. Mrs. Chas. Nail, Oct. 13, 1904—57. Patrick Nolan, Aug. 21, 1911—81. Alfonso S. Newman, Dec- 25, 1910—79. Mrs. Jas. Northrop, May 5, 1912—83. James Nish, May 27, 1903—79. James Nealin, Aug. 1, 1916—45. John K. Nieman, Feb. 25, 1920—81. Mrs. Jane Newman, Dec. 6, 1920—91. Mrs. Alta Nottingham, Dec. 24, 1922. Cornelius Nolan, Apr. 21, 1924. Fred Nohr, Oct. 2, 1924. James Nolan, Apr. 6, 1925—75. Andrew J. Nelson, Jan. 9, 1925—66. Margaret P. Nichol, Feb. 21, 1925—87. Charles Nail, Feb. 1, 1926. Mrs. Frank Nolan, May 9, 1928 (Dora Mentzer). James Nihan, Aug. 23, 1928—77. Harry C. Nichol. July 30, 1930—73. Chas. Nienstedt, Sr., Jan. 5, 1930—100. John Nihan, Feb. 15, 1932. Timothy Nolan, July 2, 1932. Magdalena Nielsen, May 1, 1932—72. Hazel W. Nelson, Mar. 17, 1933—21. William Nohr, Sept. 8, 1934—44. James C. Norton. Feb. 1936. Albert Nieman, Feb. 12, 1936-47. Daniel T. Norton, Feb. 1936—78. Mrs. Clara Nelson, Aug. 7, 1936—59. Louis F. Nulle, Nov. 13, 1933—68. Mrs. Wm. B. Nogle, June 21, 1934—77. Niels Kirsten Neilsen, May 16, '35—71. Nelson Norton, Feb. 26, 1893—84. J. W. Nottingham, May 24, 1895—76. Mrs. Chester Northrup, Feb. 25, '98—75. Wm. Nottingham, Sept. 29, 1936—80. 0 Edwin M. Owen, Dec. 3, 1891—71. David Oleson, Nov. 28, 1901—77. Richard J. Osman. Nov. 14, 1898—89. Jacob Oleson, July 7, 1907—71. Peter O'Brien, Apr. 20, 1903—93. Wm. M. Ormsby, Feb. 22, 1910—95. Thomas Oliver, Feb. 9, 1909. Patrick O'Brien, Feb. 24, 1912—88. Albert J. Olson, Oct. 20, 1916. Chas. H. Ormsby, Nov. 13, 1917—71. Laura Orr, July 10, 1922. Julia Osmun, June 7, 1921—89. Mrs. Mary O'Brien, Oct. 29, 1922—73. Peter O'Brien, Mar. 17, 1925. Mrs. Emily Olsen, Aug. 26, 1926—90. Mrs. F. H. Opfergelt, Feb. 14, 1926—67. Frank H. Opfergelt, Apr. 2, 1928—73. William Ormsby, July 22, 1928. A. Dwight Osborn, Sept. 28. 1928—68. T. B. Overmeyer, May 13, 1930—73. Mrs. Herman Ohls, Dec. 6, 1931—58. James Oliver, Jan. 12, 1933—67. James O'Brien, Feb. 28, 1934. Mrs. A. J. Olson, July 19, 1936—68. Mrs. Mary Olson, Sept. 20, 1927—82. Mrs. Anna Olson, Jan. 27, 1930. Mrs. Oliver N. Owen, May 12, 1898—41. P John S. Pierce, May 19, 1891—73. Calvin Pike, Apr. 4, 1892-84. Lewis B. Peatt, Apr. 28, 1894—84; Adelina S. Pratt, Jan. 18, 1895—68. Augustus L. Patterson, June 5, '95—56. Lucratia H. Pierce, Oct. 27, 1898—63. Mrs. Lyman S. Page, Mar. 3. 1899—61. Lyman S. Page, Jan. 14, 1901—73. Chas. O. Parsons, Sept. 15, 1897—74. Mary E. Petterson, Apr. 23, 1905—77. Dr. J. W. Primm, July 26, 1911—61. Auvergne B. Pratt, Jan. 27, 1911—65. Lorenzo Parsons, Mar. 16, 1911—88. Mrs. Lorenzo Parsons, July 21, '17—85. George Peterson, Jan. 31, 1918—77. William Pitcher, Aug. 15, 1918—81. Henry S. Palmer, July 31, 1918—62. Waldo W. Paine, Mar. 16, 1920—87. Chris Pederson, Dec. 14, 1921—61. Mrs. John Pierce, Mar. 27, 1922—94. George Pierson, June 6, 1922—43. John Steele Porter, June 20, 1921—85. Mrs. Chris Pedersen, Dec. 3, 1922. James B. Perry, May 27, 1925. Horace M. Prouty, Jan. 24, 1925—88. Mrs. John W. Pierce, Nov. 24. 1925—56. Mrs. Carrie Peteit, Jan. 19, 1926. Abram Perlet, Sept. 16, 1926-82. M. Fletcher Perlet, Sept. 29, 1926-57. Mrs. Ella Parks, May 20, 1927—57. Jchn N. Pierson, June 11, 1927. Chas. E. Pettit, June 20. 1927—77. John Peters, Nov. 7, 1927—75. 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Quinlan, Oct. 25, '17—91. Patrick Quinlan, Aug. 13, 1918—74. Mrs. Ellen Quigley, Feb. 28, 1920—62. Mrs. Mary Quinlan, July 22, 1923—80. Mrs. Hannah Quinlan, Dec. 14, 1926. Mrs. D. B. Quinlan, Sept. 4, 1931. Chas. L. Quinlan, Dec, 12, 1933—66. Mrs. Patrick Quinlan, Dec. 14, 1926. A. J. Quinlan, Apr. 3, 1929. R Erastus Richards, Dec. 30, 1891—80. Ariel Richardson, Oct. 4, 1893—87. Edw. H. Richmond, Mar. 27, 1896—63. Marion B. Rogers, June 30, 1897—60. Lorinda H. Richards, May 8, 1896—81. Frederick Renich, June 28, 1890—48. David W. Robinson, Nov. 7, 1890—83. John Rothrey, May 11, 1890—70. John Rogers, Jan. 26, 1897—90. Levi A. Rairdin, May 10, 1897—91. Mrs. Chas. Rushton, Sept. 11, 1901—72. Christoph C. Readel, Dec. 14, 1901—79. Thomas J. Richards, Jan. 22, 1881—79. Martha Jane Richards, Aug. 17, '97—55. Mrs. Maria Robinson, Mar. 8, 1898. John Rose, May 30, 1903—71. Thos. McD. Richards, June 6, 1905—86. Mrs. Thos. McD. Richards, Aug. 17, 1897—55. Eliza A. Richardson, Sept. 16, 1904—88. 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Wheeler, Nov. 22, 1926. John L. Whitman, Dec. 9, 1926—72. Wm. D. Wheeler, May 31, 1927—50. J. F. M. Westman, July 31, 1927—71. Homer Wilcox, Jan. 15, 1928—82. Henry Weiss, Apr. 3, 1928—75. Mrs. Fred Weiss, Apr. 21, 1928. Wm. Wiggins, Aug. 6, 1928—60. Wm. H. Whitson, Oct. 9, 1928—78. Mrs. Lowell A. Walkup, Oct. 27, '28—72. M. N. Wien, Feb. 9, 1929—66. Nettie Westerman, June 22, 1929—75. James M. Winne, Mar. 3, 1930—88. W. H. Woodbeck, Mar. 23, 1930. Parker S. Webster, Mar. 28, 1930—74. Chas.N. Willis, Apr. 8, 1930—83. William Wieske, Apr. 29, 1930—75. Mrs. Helen Wills, Oct. 28, 1930—76. Ferdinand Waller, Jan. 15, 1931—77. Mrs. Ella Wynkoop, Feb. 25, 1931—85. Mrs. Hannah Weidner, May, 27, 1931. Dr. Emil Windmueller, June 29, '31—65. Mrs. Burton Wright, July 1, 1931. H. M. Wilson, Apr. 2, 1933—86. James H. Wilson. Aug. 6, 1933—66. Dr. J. Hyde West, May 11, 1933—48. August White, May 9, 1933—83. Mrs. August White, July 27, 1925. John Wurtzinger, June 11, 1933—94. Mrs. Carl Witt, June 11, 1933—80. Carl Witt, 1931. Florence B. Wright, Oct. 1, 1932—63. Clarissa A. Westerman, Oct. 31, '32—83. Mrs. R. A. Wilson, Nov. 9, 1932—53. Mrs. Carl Wagner, July 24, 1933. Mrs. C. L. (Phoebe) Woodard, Aug. 10, 1933—80. Edwin H. Waite, Sept. 28, 1933. Mrs. Wm. Wiley, Dec. 29, 1933—82. William Wiley, Jan. 6, 1934—86. John Whitworth, Aug. 25, 1934—76. George White, Oct. 20, 1934—47. Mrs. Christ Wagner, Feb. 9, 1935. Peter W. Wells, Mar. 18, 1935—70. John F. Wilson. Apr. 14, 1935—78. Edward Wienke, Apr. 18, 1935—70. Thomas S. Walsh, June 12, 1935—80. Fredericka Westman, June 9, 1935—82. Mrs. A. J. Whipple, Feb. 7, 1936—80. Mrs. Mary Winn, Mar. 26, 1936. Peter Wheeler, Apr. 17, 1936—77. Myron J. Wright, May 9, 1936—81. James M. Woods, June 27, 1936—78. Mrs. Eliz. Wheeler, Nov. 22, 1926. Calvin L. Woodard. Dec. 9, 1927. Arthur H. Wicks, July 7, 1934—71. William Welch, June 30', 1936—46. Warren Wilkie, Feb. 16, 1899—64. George Wiltshire, Oct. 1897—79. Mrs. Homer Wilcox, Aug. 26, 1936. Y George W. Young, Feb. 16, 1890—62. Oliver Young. Mar. 7, 1893—80. Lucy Bunker Young, Aug. 18, 1908—79. Mrs. Leander J. Young, Oct. 21, 1924. Mrs. Anna Pope Young, Feb. 6, '29—64. Leander J. Young, Feb. 7, 1929—78. Alvin H. Yaunke, July 4, 1933—40. Z Mrs. Jacob Zimmer, May 7, 1902—73. Jacob Zimmer, Feb. 25, 1909—80. Louis Zimmer, June 15, 1911—44. Michapl Zimnelmann, Apr. 8, 1918—62. Antonio J. Zoia, Oct. 30, 1930—73. J Mrs. Antonio J. Zoia, Apr. 11, 1923—52. Mrs. J. Zimmermann, Mar. 20, 1927. John Zimmermann, Oct. 5, 1930—73. Mrs. Louis Zierke, May 22, 1931. MISS EDITH AUSTIN [photo] All of our older residents will remember Miss Edith Austin, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William B. Austin. Mr. Austin was an implement dealer in Woodstock in the eighties and nineties and a competitor of the late T. J. Dacy and J. D. Donovan. OSCAR WHITSON [photo] The Whitson family ruled the hardware business in Woodstock in an early day. Oscar was a Civil war veteran, but died a few years after the close of the war. JOHN CALVIN CHOATE [photo] OLIVE BALDWIN CHOATE [photo] John C. Choate and Olive Baldwin were married January 11, 1854, at Joliet, Illinois. In 1857 Mr. Choate entered into the general merchandising business at Woodstock, in which he continued about half a century. This store was one of the leading trading places in McHenry county. The Choate store was located in what is now known as the Stafford building, and all three floors and basement were always well filled with merchandise. The hospitable Choate home was located on West Jackson street, just east of the Osborn home. Four children were born to this worthy couple: Susan Choate Streets, Frank Choate, Flora Choate Cannon and Emma Choate. All are now deceased. NELLIE JAMES [photo] Helen E. Sherwood, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George L. Sherwood, was born Sept. 22, 1858; married J. C. James in 1880. In the days when the Sherwoods conducted the old Waverly House on Main street Nellie Sherwood was one of the active and prominent young women of Woodstock, leader and active participant in all local social affairs. In the latter days of her short life she conducted a restaurant in the basement below the present location of Evans' market. In this enterprise she was associated with her mother, Mrs. Sherwood, and by David F. McCauley, who continued the business after Mrs. James' death in 1896. JOHN S. WHEAT One of Woodstock's most prominent citizens, mayor and public officials. The Wheat home was on the west side of Clay street, where the Alemite campus is now located, and was the center of many social activities. PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition EARLY SETTLERS OF SOUTH HEBRON WERE STURDY FOLK Stories of First Days on the Farm By GEORGE A. HUNT From the earliest recollection of my boyhood there were many things that transpired that were of a great deal of importance from my youthful point of view. The old orchard of 30 acres was a favorite resort, particularly from early spring until late fall. It was a delightful place to hunt bird's nests and from time to time to test the many varieties of apples growing there. The Red Astrachan, Early Harvest and Sweet Bough were the apples we delighted to munch during the harvest season. We used to bring quite a number from the orchard at a time and hide them in a convenient place in the straw stack or in the oat bin for future delectation. The Wagener, Northern Spy, Yellow Bellflower, Roxbury Russet and Seek-no-further were among the well known sorts of winter apples at that time. My father, George W. Hunt, and grandfather, A. H. Parker, used to haul load after load of apples to the cider mill to be made into cider and the dooryard fence was lined with barrels of cider, which was made into vinegar to be sold at 25 cents per gallon. Swimming In Cider One fall my grandfather had a large tank or cask set up in the cellar for the cider. My father counseled having new hoops made for the tank, but grandfather insisted that some old hoops which he would have welded together would answer the purpose just as well and save expense. There must have been at least 25 barrels of cider put into that cask and everything seemed to be lovely, but the staves swelled, the hoops burst and everything in the cellar went swimming in cider. It may easily be imagined that the strawberry patch often came under my close observation. The Wilson Warfield, Beder Wood and Crescent were the varieties planted most. It was my privilege also to help pick up the potatoes and I recall that the Early Rose, the Peachblow and the Blue Neshanic were as standard at that time, as the Early Ohio, Irish Cobbler and the Rurals are at the present time. As to the birds' nests: I used to have contests with my brother, Carlton, to see who could find the greatest number and sometimes we would have a hundred or more that we could show to the folks on a Sunday afternoon. It would be an exceedingly, difficult task to accomplish such a feat now-a-days. Passenger Pigeons Now Extinct I have a feeling of deep regret when I realize that the Passenger Pigeons that used to fly so swiftly overhead, are now extinct. They used sometimes to fly in such immense flocks that they seemed to darken the sky. In the fall they would often light down in the oak grove and feed on the acorns and made a beautiful and lively appearance as they did so. I remember hearing my uncle tell of the hunters invading their roosting places in Michigan and slaughtering them by the hundreds with long poles. They would then be shipped to the big hotels in New York City and served on their tables as "quail on toast." I often recall to mind when as a lad I used, occasionally, to trudge the two and a half miles west to Grandpa Boyds and sit on a bench watching him while he mended my shoes. I can see him now as he sat stolidly at work on his cobbler's bench. I can envision also Grandma Boyd, her body bent way over with rheumatism, a light wrap over her shoulders, a white cap on her head, a cane in her hand and a happy, welcoming smile on her face as she met me at the door. I can hear also her gentle, sweet voice as she opened the door and called to the old dog, "Carlo, Carlo, come in." Rail Fences Then I remember well the mile after mile of stake and rider rail fence in use in those days and when I was five or six years old my father began building the rail fences in a straight line, with two posts set close together and the ends of the rails placed one on top of the other between the posts with a wire around the posts near the top to keep them from spreading. I remember too the old ox yokes, the old cradle for cutting grain and the many ox shoes found around the old granary; also the old ox breaking plow with a beam about ten inches through and ten feet long and capable of cutting and turning a furrow twenty-six inches wide through the tough prairie sod and drawn by six yoke of oxen in the still earlier days. My father kept a flock of about 50 sheep and fed a carload or so every season, and I literally grew up with the sheep. It was my job to watch and drive them in from impending rains and to gather them into the big sheep barn at night. Bred Registered Sheep My father started with grade Merinos, but soon began breeding registered stock. His breeding stock was purchased from E. N. Bissell of East Shoreham, Vermont. In the earlier years, before shearing time we used to drive the sheep two or three miles to the creak to wash them. After a few days the wool became perfectly dry and the shearing began. A great many of the early farmers kept flocks of sheep, but about 1866 many began selling their flocks and going into the dairy business. We kept a few cows, but had no instructions from the health department in the fine art of sanitation and felt it to be very meet and proper that the milk bo kept in shallow pans on shelves in the cellar. Please note that I say "cellar." We had no basements in those days. The milk was skimmed every morning. The skim milk was fed to the calves and pigs and the cream was soured and made into butter. At first the old dash, crockery churn was used and later the square box churn that turned with a crank. The dairy industry continued to increase until by 1901 there were more creameries in operation in McHenry county than in any other county in the United States. Twenty years later there was not a creamery in active operation in the county. The most extensive Poland China hog breeders in Hebron township were Charles M. Brigham, C. Street & Son and George W. Hunt. We continued the breeding of Merinos and Poland Chinas after father's death, in 1882, and at one time shipped four head of Poland Chinas to Gustav Kaper, Tange Bei Varel, in Oldenburg, Germany. First School Board My grandfather, Alvin H. Parker, was a member of the first school board in Hebron township, having for his colleagues Bela H. Tryon and Jacob Gilbert. They raised the money by subscription to build the first school house in the township. This was a frame building located on prairie land owned by A. H. Parker in Section 26, opposite the Parker homestead and one half mile west of Tryon's Corners. This building was later moved about one mile east of Tryon's Corners and used for a time for school purposes and for lodge meetings. It was afterward fitted up as a residence and occupied by different families, including Perry Wodell. The last one to occupy it was Henry Hoffman, grandfather of the Waiters and Fisher families. The first teacher who taught in this building was Sabina Parsons, who taught a summer school in 1842. Other teachers were a Mr. Filkins, Gardner Barrows and L. H. S., Barrows. Among the early scholars in this school were Jeremiah Tuck, Milton Stewart, Thomas, Henry, Eliza and Cornelia Gilbert; Charles H. Tryon, George F. Tryon, Edwin Douglass and Elvira Douglass, who married Gardner Barrows; James F. Parker and Emily S. Parker, who married L. H. S. Barrows; Clarissa E. Parker, who married Edwin Douglass. Mary Louville Parker, who married Geo. W. Hunt, and Ellen Laura Parker, who married A. G. Hibbard, undoubtedly also attended this school. A school house was built at Tryon's Corners about 1850, which was attended by the next generation of scholars. I began attending this school in 1868, and Anna Sawyer, a sweet faced girl, was my teacher. Among the scholars attending this school during my school days were George W. Brown, C. Fred Tryon, Ira B. Tryon, Hattie Tryon, Gus, Jennie, George, Lewis and Henry Vogel; Will, Fred and Betty Hohenstein; William, George, Lewis and Jeanie Burger; Fred, Emma, Linda, Gus and Edna Walters; Lewis, Henry, Fred, Minnie and Louise Fisher; Eva, Norma and Will Hendrickson; Ellen, Mary and Edwin Bigham; Frank and Luella Tryon; Minnie Martin, Will Couth, Anna Ercanbrack. Boys Play Pranks Naturally with such a wide-awake company of boys in school it is not to be wondered at that there were many pranks and much mischief divulged in. One summer, while Will Westerman, the teacher, was away at noon, some of the older boys fixed the bell so it would not ring. We could see from behind the bushes when he came out to ring the bell. The clapper had been wound tightly with cloth and it would not make a sound. Shortly afterward however the bell did ring out with no uncertain sound. The year prior to my first summer in school, according to very authentic reports, the boys asked the girls to go home and then all climbed up overhead in the school house, through the scuttle hole in the ceiling, using a long bench, which had not been fastened to the floor, for climbing purposes. It was necessary for one of the boys to stay below to put the bench back in place. He had no way of climbing up and the first suggestion was that he get into the big sheet iron stove. They finally decided this would not do, so he got the broom and two or three of the boys hauled him up. Anna Sawyer was teacher that year also and when she came in she said, "I wonder where those boys are? - I'd like to wring their necks." Then she opened the big stove and looked in. Finally one of the boys who was in somewhat of a cramped position, moved a little and she heard him and of course they were summarily ordered to come down. Old Time Games The games played by the scholars in those days are seldom, if ever played by the scholars of this more scientific age. When school was dismissed or "let out" it would be "C'mon boys and girls, let's play Pom Pom Pullaway," or let's play Fox and Geese or, Bruce or I Spy the Wolf or Hela Over or Dixon Game, or C'mon boys let's play Duck Stone, or Crack the Whip, or Mumblety Peg, but woe unto the two or three at the tail end of the whip in Crack the Whip, as they were often thrown headlong; and woe unto him who had to pull the peg in Mumblety Peg as the peg was often driven practically out of sight, you were not allowed to use your knife or hands to dig away the dirt, but had to pull the peg with your teeth. Among, the teachers remembered in this school were Charles Arkol, Albert Alexander, Anna Sawyer, Mattie Hunt, A. E. Baldwin, William Westerman, Henry Burger, Nettie Wright, Elizabeth Downs, Joe Garrison, Anna Moore. Learned Morse Code Along in the early seventies Rob Martin, a relative of the Tryons and whose father and mother lived a short distance north of the Tryon home, was employed as night telegraph operator at Woodstock. He often visited in the Tryon homes and taught the boys the Morse Code. Ira B. Tryon, who was of an ingenious and mechanical turn of mind, made some wooden telegraph keys and some of us boys made keys also. We learned to telegraph with each other on these crude keys, until about 1874 when Ira Tryon was about eighteen years of age and being encouraged by his uncle, he built a telegraph line from the home of Fred and Ira to the home of their uncle, Charles H. Tryon. This line was soon extended to the Burger farm and a year or so later my brother, Carlton, and myself, assisted by Ira Tryon, extended the line to our home on the old Parker homestead, christened by my father, Oak Grove Farm. This name was listed among the registered farm names in the office of the circuit clerk at Woodstock in 1908. This telegraph line was extended about 1878 or '79 to the J. F. Parker farm, which was tenanted by H. E. Douglass and at the same time it was extended, on to the Edwin Douglass farm thus making a continuous line about four miles in length. This line was used for a number of years. The building and use of this telegraph line did much to develop in us a stronger initiative and gave us a keener sense of the need of a quicker and easier means of communication among the farmers. It therefore undoubtedly had a very potent influence leading up to the organization and development of the farmers New Era Telephone company. First Mail Carrier The first mail carrier remembered was Tom Hagerty, who lived on section 33 in Hebron township, across the road north of the farm now owned by William F. Douglass. He carried the mail every Thursday between Greenwood and Woodstock. Mr. Hagerty was an eccentric character. He could neither read or write but would sometimes take a paper, perhaps upside down and read to us very interestingly and amusing items of news. When carrying the mail he would not turn out to let anyone pass but would say, "get out of the road for the United States mail." At threshing time the farmers borrowed grain sacks from one another and Mr. Hagerty, who worked for Gardner Barrows, would always sort out Mr. Barrows' sacks. He would look at the stenciled name on a sack and say, "G. T. H. X. Y. Gardner Barrows." The severe cold and deep snow of January and February, 1936, recalled to mind very vividly the unusually deep snows of 1881 and 1888 or '89. The storm of '81, began March 4 and lasted several days, keeping the farmers busy shoveling paths between houses and barns. After the storm was over the snow became hard enough to walk on and finally became so hard that we could drive right over the fences in any direction. After the Mail The first morning after the storm cleared, my father went on foot to Greenwood, which was our post office at the time. On reaching Greenwood he organized a shoveling gang and broke a road through to Woodstock. Louis B. Peatt drove his team hitched to a long sleigh and Elder Young, the Baptist preacher rode with him on the sleigh. After reaching Woodstock photographer John S. Medlar took their pictures. I can remember just how my father looked as he started out for Greenwood, his long overcoat, his black rabbit skin cap without a visor, and his long whiskers outlined against the snow. Those rabbit skin caps were all the go at that time. Snow Until In May The snow did not all disappear until in May. When plowing that spring a strip about two rods wide along the fences had to be left and plowed later. My brother, Carlton, found snow in a gravel pit and made a snow ball on the tenth of May. After the next very deep snow which occurred about 1888 or '89, the train known as the K. D., running between Rockford and Kenosha, was blocked for two weeks or more. The cyclone of 1883, which destroyed the house and barn and killed the hired man on the Levi Nichols farm, I do not remember much about, as I did not visit the scene of disaster. There was a heavy storm of snow and sleet which destroyed the leaves and blossoms on the fruit trees April 23, 1910. I remember the date very distinctly as it was my brother's fiftieth birthday. South Hebron Cemetery At a very early date Robert W. Stewart set aside a plot of ground from his farm at the southeast corner of Section 27 to be used as a cemetery. A. H. Parker also set aside a plot of equal size at the southwest corner of section 26 and adjoining the Stewart cemetery. On the 4th of December he deeded this plot to his heirs. This deed was recorded October 12, 1877. This combined cemetery is now known as the South Hebron Cemetery. Perhaps thirty years ago a cemetery association was formed and known as the South Hebron Cemetery association. William Hohenstein was engaged and is still acting as caretaker of the cemetery. The sum of $337 was accumulated and placed in the State Bank of Woodstock under a trust agreement April 5, 1934. It is proposed that this fund be added to until it amounts to at least $1,500 in order to provide perpetual care. The present officers and trustees of the assocation are as follows: President, George A. Hunt; vice president, F. A. Walters; secretary-treasurer, Mary C. Perry; other trustees, Lyle Vanderkarr, W. C. Hohenstein, S. W. Brown, R. W. Stewart and Henry Vogel. Early Pioneers During my earlier years I became more, or less acquainted with fifty or sixty of the earlier settlers. Among those whom I remember in the South Hebron community were the Tryon families, Samuel W. Brown, Jonathan Brown, Seymour Whiston, Abner Martin, W. H. Hendrickson, William Fisher, Harley Benedict, August Walters, Peter Burger, Henry Vogel, Robert W. Stewart, John Stewart, William H. Stewart, Uncle John Vanderkarr, Esbon Vanderkarr, Grandpa Boyd, Edwin Douglass, W. S. Ercanbrack, Cranston or Crandall Thayer, Samuel Archibald, George Durkee, Peter Welbon, L. H. S. Barrows, Gardiner Barrows, Thomas Coffey, Lyman Glass, Josh Diamond, George Trow and others whom I do not now recall. A large majority of the pioneer settlers of Hebron township came from New York state, although some came from Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Connecticut and many from across the Atlantic. Many of them were English or of Scotch descent. A good sprinkling also of sturdy German families. While a majority of the early Irish Catholics settled in Hartland, many of them set their stakes in Hebron township. They were hard workers and good financiers and they and their families made good in the field of agriculture. Many were noted for their wit and for their skill in repartee, as well as for their ingenuity in turning a difficult situation into one accruing to their advantage. Wagons—Good and Bad I recall that one, Johnny Spencer, was a great admirer of T. J. Dacy. At one time Mr. Dacy bought a lot of spring wagons that were not up to specifications. One day a representative of the wagon company was in the office and Mr. Dacy was complaining about the wagons when Mr. Spencer came in. "Here," said Mr. Dacy, "is a man who can tell you about the wagons, as he recently bought one." "Well sir," said Mr. Spencer, I drove home and five of us got in and drove over the plowed ground and it never fazed it." "Well, Mr. Dacy," said the man "this does not speak very badly for the wagons." Mr. Spencer then understood the situation and said he, "Well, hold on, but lookit; the next day I throwed in a quarter of beef and the old woman got in and down she went." Whenever Tom Coffey and Owen Marron met in Woodstock they usually engaged in a friendly tilt and I have marveled greatly at the quality as well as the quantity of expletives and sarcasm used by them in their endeavors to belittle one another. The construction of railroads through the county from 1854 to 1864 brought many of the Catholic faith who made substantial contributions to the Pioneer life of the county. We can never know the spirit and toil and hardship of the early pioneers of Hebron, but we do know that a great majority of them succeeded in their efforts to carve out a future for themselves and their families. Their children and grandchildren have been equally successful, whether in the pursuit of agriculture or in other fields of endeavor. Those Bygone Days It is interesting and enjoyable, if not really profitable, to join occasionally with old friends in harking back to the old times to relate experiences and swap stories of incidents and happenings of by-gone days. The celebrations of golden weddings, Washington, Lincoln and other birthdays celebration and numerous other commemorative events indicate clearly the interest manifested, not only by the older people, but by the younger ones as well, in the happenings of the old days. LINDA ECKERT BURGER [photo] This is an old time picture of Mrs. George Burger taken when she was still unmarried. Mrs. Burger was a daughter of Henry Eckert, prominent farmer on Queen Ann Prairie. She was born January 12, 1859, and grew to womanhood on the surroundings by the old memories of the pioneers who came to that locality back in the early forties. She married George Burger and they came to Woodstock, where Mr. Burger was in business for many years. Mrs. Burger was a home loving mother, a kindly neighbor and friend, and her passing on Dec. 29, 1921, brought deep sorrow to her family and a wide circle of friends. Besides her husband she left two children, Mrs. Nettie Burger Baccus and Irwin L. Burger. SCANLON HAT SHOP This exclusive Hat Shop began business August 1, 1915, in the State Bank building, but on Oct. 1, 1921, moved to its present location in the Kellogg Block, south side of the Public Square. For more than 25 years we have served our patrons with the latest modes in seasonable hat styles. Our Prices Will Fit Every Purse We are now preparing for our Easter display and urge the ladies to call early for their selection. We carry the largest stock of Millinery in McHenry county, and are the only millinery shop, outside of the Chicago loop, equipped to match "My Lady's" outfit. "Order Work" is our specialty. It is our motto that every customer must be satisfied before a sale can be completed. Frances E. Scanlon. Kellogg Block. Woodstock, Ill. HOME OIL COMPANY In 1915 G. W. Frame and E. L. Hanaford organized the INDEPENDENT OIL COMPANY, then located in the Old Mill property, east of the Railroad tracks, between East Jackson and East Calhoun streets. In 1917 Frame and Hanaford purchased the interest of the Riecke Bros, in the Home Oil Company, local distributors of Deep Rock Oil and Gasoline Products. In 1919 the business was moved to the C. W. Hill property on Calhoun street, next to the City Hall. In 1921 the present location at the corner of Throop and Judd streets was purchased, and the Company erected one of the first modern "drive in" gas stations in this part of the state. In 1928 Mr. Frame purchased Mr. Hanaford's interest in the Home Oil Company. Mr. Frame died in December, 1929, at the climax of a successful and highly respected business career. Since the death of Mr. Frame the business has continued to grow in volume and in good will of the. community, conducted by Mrs. Alma Frame, owner, and A. R. Battern, manager. Home Oil Company Will appreciate your patronage. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION FIVE WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition. WOODSTOCK ACTS AS HOST TO COUNTY Cheering Crowds on June 10, 1919 Greet Marching Ranks of Uniformed Men of McHenry County Pavement Dancing During Afternoon and Evening [photo] Memorial Services at Miniature Flanders Field [photo] Thirty Thousand People Made Home Coming Celebration Greatest in Woodstock's History Woodstock did itself proud on Tuesday, June 10, 1919, in its entertainment of the soldiers, sailors and marines who went out from McHenry county to take part in the great World War and had then returned to their homes to again enter into the manifold pursuits of peace. Woodstock's motto—"the best little city anywhere" — was never more clearly proven true than on that long remembered Tuesday, when about 1000 of the county's, heroes, together witn thousands of their friends and relatives from all surrounding towns and villages were congregated in this city for the greatest celebration Northern Illinois, outside of Chicago, has ever known. Nearly all of McHenry county went on a strike that day and from early morning until late in the afternoon the automobiles came from every direction to bring the people here for the day's big events. Outpouring of People The peopie couldn't be kept at home on the farm and in the shops. Nobody in the neighboring towns as well as in Woodstock wanted to work—and they didn't. It was the big holiday on which the home folks gave the boys in the khaki and the blue a welcome back home after their months of hard service for Uncle Sam. Woodstock in its celebration set a pace that none of the neighboring cities even attempted to match or excell. The big program for the day was carried through without a hitch. Conservative attendance estimates that day placed the crowd in the county seat at 20,000. The city park was one mass of people throughout the entire day, except when they scattered for dinner or supper. In the evening during the entertainment, band concert and pavement dancing it was next to impossible to move about the park and downtown streets. There was outside talent provided for entertainment—outdoor cabaret at one place, quartet singing at another, dancing and comedy artists at a third. It was like a big three ring circus spread around the park. The boys with the accordions, "push fiddles" as they are sometimes called, were kept busy for hours. Everything Was Free Booths served soda pop, gum, peanuts and cigarettes all day and evening to the uniformed guests. Everything was free to them, just as it should be, and their lady friends shared with them the good things handed out. Many others came to the booths to buy drinks or sandwiches, but there was no money box at these stands, so they had to go to regular places of business to be served. The mayor and chief of police had issued orders in advance that no firearms, fire crackers or fireworks would be permitted and the twenty special policemen mingled all day with the crowd to see that order was enforced. The day passed without a single accident being reported. Moving Pictures Taken A professional "movie man" was on the job all day, cranking off a few feet of film from every point of advantage. This film, when completed was shown not only in Woodstock, but in every movie house in the county. There were many camera, (Continued on page two) Big Parade While Passing Reviewing Stand [photo] Executive Committee of Home Coming Celebration [photo] PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition COMPANY G WAS PRIDE OF WOODSTOCK The people of Woodstock and McHenry county have never failed in their duty when it came to answering their country's call to war or to quell internal disturbances, as has occurred on numerous occasions during the 80 years of the existence of The Sentinel, but it would be impossible to do complete justice to the subject within the confines of any one special edition. Notable occasions when the citizenry arose to defend the flag, of course, were the " Civil war in 1861 to 1865, the Spanish-American war in 1898-9. and the World war in 1917-18, in each of which the patriots of the community who were able to bear arms arose in their strength and offered their lives in defense of the flag of our country. In the Civil war Mchenry county furnished 2,533 men to bear arms in the various regiments that left the county to journey to the Southland. One of the first companies to go out from Woodstock to join the colors was the Woodstock Rifles, the roster of which appears in this paper in the review of the first 15 years, as disclosed by the files of The Sentinel. Companies A, D and F, of the 15th Illinois Volunteer infantry, were composed chiefly of McHenry county men, and these were the first companies raised in the county for this war. Capt. Lewis D. Kelly, of Company A, was from Woodstock, as were also First Lieutenants Daniel C. Joslyn, Lawrence H. Jones, Frederick W. Smith and William H. Sherman, and to these should be added Lieutenants Mark Hathaway and George A. Austin. Other officers came from Union, Marengo, Genoa, Harmony, Algonquin and Nunda. The 23rd Illinois Volunteer infantry, which was known as the "Irish Brigade" was mustered into the service June 15, 1861, re-enlisted men in 1864 and were mustered out in July 1865. Officers coNected with this regiment were from Chemung and Nunda. About 36 members of Company A and nearly all of Company H, of the 36th Illinois, were from this county, officers from Woodstock having been Chap. George L. Lyon, Capt. Merritt L. Joslyn, Capt. Theodore L. Griffing and First Lieutenant Alfred H. Sellers. The 95th Illinois Volunteer Infantry had nearly 700 men from this county, the captains having been William Avery, John B. Manzer, Edward J. Cook, John Eddy, William H. Stewart, Charles H. Tryon and James Nish, several of whom were later honored by election to prominent county offices. The regiment served from Sept. 4, 1862, and, after recruiting, to August, 1864, being mustered out the following year. The 141st Illinois Volunteer Infantry, a 100-day regiment, was officered mostly from Marengo, and many of its members came from that section of the county. The 147th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, which served one year, had about 25 men from this county. It served from February, 1864, to January, 1866. The 142nd regiment, in which 20 McHenry county men served, was mustered in June, and mustered out in October, 1864. It was officered mostly from Hartland. The 153rd regiment had members in several companies from McHenry county and served from January, 1865, to September of the same year. The 156th regiment was officered mostly from Chemung and Hebron and was in service from March to September, 1865. The Eighth Illinois Volunteer cavalry had several companies recruited from this county, Company H being recruited mostly from Woodstock. It was mustered into service in September, 1861, and served until July, 1865. In the 17th cavalry a number of McHenry county men served. Among its officers were Captains Louis D. Kelly, Dorr, and Cyrus Hutchinson and Benton (Franklinville), and some of the officers were from Richmond. Some McHenry county men also served in the 52nd Illinois Volunteer infantry and the 84th infantry, among its officers being Capt. Hiram M. Planchett, Woodstock. For the prosecution of this war McHenry county issued about $260,000 in bounty orders, of which $76,000 were outstanding in 1876. They drew eight and 10 per cent interest and were a burden upon the taxpayers for many years, giving added emphasis to the loyalty of the electorate. For the above information as to Civil war activities we are indebted to a "History of Illinois" published by the Munsell Publishing Co. in 1922 and the files of The Sentinel. War With Spain In the war with Spain in 1898 the old 3rd Illinois was recruited from Woodstock and many other cities in northern Illinois, the contribution of Woodstock having been Company G long the pride of local citizens, concerning which more will be added in this review. The regiment was enrolled for service in April 26, 1898, and mustered into the service for two years at Camp Tanner at Springfield. It arrived at Chickamauga Park in May of that year, arrived at Newport News in July, sailed for Puerto Rico and arrived there on July 31, landing at Arroyo, Aug, 2, under slight resistance from the Spanish. It participated in engagements at Guayama, did outpost duty there until October, was in camp until Nov, 2 and embarked for New York that day, arriving at its destination on the 9th, whence it was ordered home, arriving on Nov. 11 and being finally mustered out in Jan. 24, 1899. The homecoming of Company G was made a hilarious occasion and the people of Woodstock did themselves proud, giving over the city practically to its heroic sons, a feature of this event being a huge "Welcome" sign that spanned Benton street from the park to the John J. Murphy building. It was an event that still lingers in the minds of those who were here on that occasion. The roster of the company that entered the Spanish American war, was as follows: Co. G's Roster In Spanish-American War Captain — William C. Eichelberger. First Lieutenant — Horatio Wright. Second Lieutenant—Frank C. Hanaford. First Sergeant—Joseph S. Kline. Quartermaster Sergeant- James Sullivan. Sergeants — Clyde C. Miner, Canute Lee, William T. Charles, T. O. Cowlin, John M. Burbank. Corporal—Jesse L. Fleming, Augustus W. Wagner, Lawrence I. Dolph, Alexander G. Darrell, Frank H. Belcher, A. H. Dirrenberger, Emil Bachman, Roy T. Barnes, Henry E. Mountain, John J. Wurtzinger, A. C. McDougall, John W. Metzger. Musicians—Thomas B. Merwin, A. Anderson, William A. Vannice. Artificer—George H. Wood. Wagoner—Charles R. Darrell. Privates--Fred Averill, Charles Anderson, Otto F. Boettcher, Herman Aspholm, Ernest F. Brass, Frank W. Bennett, Henry Brown, Herbert L. Bennett, Thomas L. Brown, Wilber S. Bodkin, Clayton Charles, J. P. Christopherson, Charles E. McCarthy, Simon B. McCauley, Jens P. Mortenson, William L. Parsons, Michael M. Petersen, James W. Pierson, Charles A. Ronning, Howard Conover, Joseph J. Corrigan, Richard F. Delehanty, Richard S. Farrar, William H. Frazier, Thomas R. Grace, William Rothermel, M. W. Schoonover, Alexander 0. Selby, Augustus E.W.Siebel, Charles M Smith, William A. Smitkey, Oliver L. Stevens, William P. Stoddard, William L. Stratton, Louis F. Hansen, F. W. Hemenway, Isaac W. Hudson, Anders P. Jessen, Micheal J. Keating, Charles Swadish, Michael J. Thelen, Charles Trantow, Robert G. Tweed, Jesse M. Van Slyke, Charles E. Williams, Herman J. Windt, Arthur E. Woodard, A. E. Woodworth, Owen H. Corr, Nye W. Colby, John W, Collier, Peter Larson, W. L. Matteson, R. H. McDowell, Burt R. Murphy, John E. Murphy, Charles Nickel, Frank Peterson, William Plumer, Arthur I. Roach, Frank A. Dietz, Carey F. Dolph, Eugene Dyer, Eugene F. Egan, George Engeln, Charles S. Fay, William F. Fritz, Noah P. Gilbert, Edward Smith, Ed. D. J. Smith, Paul Smith, Dell Snyder, Alva Sullivan, Guy C. Hall, Albert Holly, John Holm, Chris Jensen, Nels Jensen, Martin Thelen, Frank Walton, Albert Willey, Carl F. Windt, Walter Hanson, Lewis L. Hawver, William C. Allworden. William T. Charles was a sergeant in this company, but was discharged for disability and suffered for many months in a southern hospital, finally recovering and engaging in business in Woodstock for many years and still active in this city. Of the above, Christian Jensen died Nov. 11, 1898; Oliver Stephens died in Puerto Rico; Edgar A. Woodard died in Puerto Rico Nov. 22, 1898; and Thomas R. Grace died at sea Oct. 1, 1898. Company G's History Reverting to this subject of Company G, a brief resume of its organization and its history is apropos at this time. For about 25 years prior to 1901 and until some time after the World war, Woodstock had a company of state militia—Company G, of the Third regiment. It was organized by Albert E. Bourne, then principal of the public school, who became its first captain, serving several years. He was succeeded by George Eckert, Charles H. Donnelly and John H. Higgins, the latter of whom resigned in 1893, when the straps were transferred to W. C. I Eichelberger, who recently died in Denver, who headed the company in the Puerto Rico campaign and who held the position continuously until 1901, when he resigned and George W. Field was elected to fill the vacancy. Captain Field held the office until 1905, when he was succeeded by Clyde C. Miner, whose record in the place and in the regiment was so signal that it is deserving of more extended notice. Mr. Miner enlisted in the company in 1898 and was mustered out after the Puerto Rico campaign, or in 1919, but he re-enlisted on July 30, 1903, and from that time on his advancement was so steady and rapid. Mr. Miner advanced through practically all of the minor positions in the company until he was elected captain on Feb. 28, 1905, when he when he was commissioned as major, serving in that position until Feb. 10, 1910, serving in that capacity until Sept. 11, 1919, when he was made a lieutenant colonel, the title that he now bears. Captain Miner was succeeded by the redoubtable Owen Corr, a soldier, and a militant one at that, who bears the respect of all who realize with what zeal and) loyalty he performed his arduous duties, who never "slept on his arms" or loitered in the performance of his duty, but who brought credit and honor to the ranks who wore the colors, no matter where they served or under what conditions they labored. Woodstock's Pride Company G. was always the pride of the city, and many of our citizens take pride in the fact that they served in the ranks during greater or lesser periods. Its members had some memorable experiences and have always conducted themselves with credit to the city and honor to its membership. On Oct. 21, 1S92, the company was encamped four days in the Transportation building at Jackson park, Chicago, and participated in the parade incident to the dedication of the World's fair. On June 10, 1893, Captain Higgins was ordered to report with his command at Lemont, the scene of labor troubles along the drainage canal, and the company was on duty there six days. On Aug. 21, 1893, it was again ordered to the World's fair, where it participated in a great military parade. In 1894, during the great railroad trike that eventuated in the incarceration of Eugene V. Debs in the Woodstock jail, Captain Eichelberger and the company assisted in protecting property and life in Chicago, the duties being arduous and trying. As the above stated, the most exacting service rendered by Company G which tried the stamina of its officers and members prior to the World war, was during the war with Spain in 1898. It then became a part of the volunteer army under command of Gen. Fred Grant, serving in Puerto Rico until news of the protocol of peace was received on that beautiful island just as it was lining up for the battle. Preliminary to going to Puerto Rico it was camped for some time at Springfield and also at Chickamauga, and the colonel, Fred Bennitt, of Joliet, gave the men credit for being the most soldierly body of men in his command, always quick to obey orders and eager to serve the country and its flag. The going-away and home-coming of "the boys" were made occasions of general outpouring and rejoicing, and will ever be remembered by those who participated in them. For several years the company drilled in the hall in the Kellogg block, later in the old church on Jefferson street that was destroyed by fire in 1893 and in the old brick Presbyterian church, and later still the late William B. Austin erected a commodious armory on Calhoun street, between Dean and Jefferson that was destroyed by fire Nov. 12. 1910, in which the late "Billy" Sunday conducted memorable revival services for several weeks. At about 1910, through the influence largely of Albert J. Olson, senator for the 8th district, and other enterprising citizens, a substantial armory for the company was erected on what was formerly known as the Fred Joslyn property on Madison street, where it still stands as a monument to the spirit of enterprising citizens and since the disintegration of the company, it has been used for merchantile and other purposes. The "boys" of 1917-19, however, with keen sense of the fitness of things have recently constructed a fine building tor the purposes of the American Legion organization and through their own exertions, and the nurturing patronage the public the new structure is practically free from debt. WOODSTOCK'S HOME COMING CELEBRATION (Continued from page one) pictures taken of the day's events and some of the best of them are shown in this edition. One picture shows a group of members of the committee in charge of the affair, but the writer remembers that only a part of the committee were on hand when the picture was taken. Other members could not be found when the time for the picture came. F. A. Walters was chairman of the finance committee which raised the money. His committee raised almost $4500 and if the writer remembers correctly it was all spent. The parade was the big feature of the morning's program. Some idea of its appearance can be gained from the two pictures on Page One. In both pictures parts of the parade were passing a huge reviewing stand, where Civil and Spanish-American war veterans were seated as honored guests. There were also the W.R.G. women and dignitaries, including the mayor and officials of the county and towns surrounding. One of the pictures shows the dancing on the pavement from in front of the City Hall to the Court House corner. A special dance orchestra supplied the music throughout the afternoon and evening. The other picture was taken during the memorial services held at the south-east corner of the park. An hour was set aside for these services from 2:00 to 3:00 o'clock and during that hour all jollity ceased, while the people gathered in front of an arch erected at that corner of the park. The services were conducted by Father D. J. Conway of St. Mary's church, Rev. R. C. Kaufman of Grace Lutheran and Rev. Wm. Kilburne of the Congregational, who had just returned from overseas. Note the miniature "Flanders Field" which was a small plot of ground covered with a mass of red poppies, scattered among a group of 58 white crosses each erected to signify a McHenry county soldier who had died in service. A six pointed star, representing a hero of Jewish faith, stood in place of one of the crosses. The crosses were made by Rev. Kaufman while the poppies, each a perfect flower in itself, were the handiwork of Mrs. Gracia Mosher and Mrs. Margaret Wood. These crosses and flowers represented many hours of patient work on the part of Rev. Kaufman and the two ladies. The Woodstock Male Quartette also had a part in this program, together with Weldon's band. J. J. WURTZINGER AND JOHN W. METZGER [photo] When Charles H. Donnelly Was Captain of Company G. [photo] Company G, I. N. G. In Camp at Springfield, Illinois, in 1897 [PHOTO] Top row from left to right: Willard Sherman, Will Fritz, Sam Merchant, Jim Mclntyre, Carl Lilya, William Parsons, Chas. Fritz, Ed. Mountain. Fourth row: Louis Hanson, Verne Dolph, Arthur Ronning McLagan, Edgar Beebe, Frank Belcher, Carl Wendt, William Backman. Third row: Andrew Jensen, Herman E. Spohl, John Wurtzinger, Clayton Charles, Si Tweed, Gus Siebel, Lynn Richards, Del Dirrenberger, Edward Senger, Roy Guild. Second row: Frank Hanaford, Joe Kline, Major R, J. Shand, Col. A. E. Fisher, Col. Fred. Bennett, Capt. W. C. Eichelberger, Lieut. H. W. Wright, Lieut. 0. G. Mead, G. E. Still, Canute Lee, James Sullivan. Bottom row: Ed. Woodward, Geo. Wiedrich, Carl Peterson, Jesse Fleming, John Burbank, Augustus W. Wagner, James Dilley, Amos Stephenson, Sam Merchant. COL. C. C. MINER [photo] COMPANY G ON THE BORDER IN TEXAS [photo] Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS ROSTER OF PETER UMATHUM AMERICAN LEGION, POST NO. 412 WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAST COMMANDERS OF PETER UMATHUM POST NO. 412, AMERICAN LEGION DAVID R. JOSLYN, JR. 1920 - 1921 [PHOTO] WARREN J. FISH 1922 [PHOTO] THOMAS P. BOLGER 1923 [PHOTO] HAROLD E. REESE 1924 [PHOTO] COL. C. C. MINER 1925 [PHOTO] DR. CLYDE V. BACCUS 1926 [PHOTO] WILLIAM M. CARROLL 1927 [PHOTO] GEORGE E. SULLIVAN 1928 [PHOTO] LESTER EDINGER 1929 [PHOTO] FRED BOEHART 1930 [PHOTO] HAROLD GILLES 1931 [PHOTO] GEORGE E. GRANT 1982 [PHOTO] CHARLES A. KUPPE 1933 [PHOTO] WILLIAM R. CAIRNS 1934 [PHOTO] RAYMOND C. JOHNSON 1935 [PHOTO] MATT HOESLEY 1936 [PHOTO] LOUIS OHLR1CH 1937 [PHOTO] CHRIS W. KLABUNDE Vice Commander, 1937 MEMBERSHIP ROSTER FOR 1936 Chas. A. Corey, Richard Farrell, J. J. Howell, Wm. Kapping, Cecil Allen, W. F. Conway, Isaac Fish, C. M. Hollister, Lloyd Kretchmer, R. S. Andrew, Dell Chase, Arthur Faust, Floyd Heubsch, Wm. Kohls, R. B. Anthony, Leo Clark, Clarence Foss, Arthur Hollarbush, Guy Knapp, Verne Abbott, R. H. Corr, Eric Erickson, David Harrington, Wm. Kotek, Chas. E. Anderson, Phillip Carroll, Albert Foote, Don Hohenstein, Henry Kunda, Jas. H. Allen, LeRoy Clark, W. G. Fehrman, H. B. Hoagland, Claude M. Kreuger, M. A. Anderson, Jas. J. Cover, Emil Foote, Augustus Huflman, Fred Kunda, J. C. Cronin, Michael Frederickson, Henry H. Henrys, Jas. B. Bennett, C. F. Baccus, Lulan Dance, F. V. Gesselbrecht, Chas. F. Hayes, Robert Hollarbush, Ray Lucas, Henry Lingenfelter, A. L. Bennett, Wm. M. Dutton, J. E. Giles, John C. Hurley, Wm. Haase, Chris Larson, Robert Boyd, Earl Davis, Lester Griffing, J. P. Liddell, Bert B. Bennett, Frank Dinse, Frank Geske, C. W. Luckenbill, M. E. Brimhall, Geo. Deirking, Frank J. Goodrow, Roscoe Jepson, Niels Larsen, Donald Bolger, Dale Dassow, Herbert C. Gensch Forrest Jensen, Henry Leonar, Fred Boehart, P. E. Dresser, W. J. Grammer, Ray C. Johnson, Ole Lee, Oscar Bates, Geo. Dibbler, Antone Gaylord, D. R. Joslyn, Jr., J. L. Brown, W. F. Drake, Herbert Grey, August Johnson, C. C. Miner, Fred Bernhardt, Allen I. Drury, Geo. E. Grant, Melvin B. Johnson, Niel C. Miller, E. C. Becking, H. F. Gillis, Jacob Jankauski, N. L. Miller, Allison Brown, Herbert Eckert, Melvin 0. Johnson, Homer Mann, Lee Baker, Chas. H. Eckert, Chris Hanson, Grant Johnson, R. C. Miller, W. F. Burke, Lester Edinger, Emery Heaton, W. F. Johnson, Hans Magnuson, Henry Brown, Ralph Eckert, Ray J. Heniken, 0. W. McCluskey, Paul Eickhoff, Albert. Holtfreter, Chas. A. Kuppe, Sherman Manny, Omar Claspill, Vic Edinberg, F. H. Hoffman, Jas. Koca, Clarence Murphy, W. R. Cairns, Fred Eiklor, Sanford Howard, Rudolph Kramer, Harold McConnell, W. J. Colahan, Robert Ervin, Wm. Hutchinson, A. J. Kuppe, Eugene McGee, P. E. Conway, Lemuel Ervin, Clarence Hartman, H. L. Kemerling, Wm. M. Mason, 0. H. Corr, Clayton Eppel, Matt Hoesley, M. L. Knutson, Henry Meyer, W. M. Carroll, D. N. Hurley, Chris Klabunde, Frank McBroom, Fred Chilson, W.J. Fish, Ogle Howell, Frank J. Kaiser, Pat Mahoney, Martin Mortensen, Wm. J. Mahan, Joe Nell, Edw. A. Nelson, Walter Nohr, J. R. Nevin, W. H. Newton, 0. E. Nelson, Carl Nelson, Fred Nieman, L. F. Ohlrich, Jas. A. Ogle, Robert Olson, S. T. Oliver, Harold Ostrum, Geo. O'Brien, Frank Okeson, Russell Overmeyer, Frank Purvey, Geo. Peterson, Albert Pearson, Wm. C. Pierson, Ernest Peck, Clifford Peachey, A. G. Peterson, Rudolph Paepke, Frank Peacock, Arthur Reed, H. E. Reese, M. H. Raemussen, Albert Rehberg, Knute Raney, Joe Rizen, Edw. Rogman, Rasmus Rasmussen, H. W. Sandeen, Geo. E. Sullivan, J. J. Sullivan, John Schildt, G. A. Seegmiller, Geo. H. Stoffel, Leslie Stevens, W. J. Silverman, Arthur Swanson, Walter Sahs, Geo. Stock, Joe Scheid, Harry Spencer, Irving Smith, Earl Scott ,J. M. Stafford, Frank Sheehy, M. A. Soenksen, Wm. Sullivan, Emil Schroeder, Andrew Soma, Wm. Schoor, Paul Spencer, Cyrus Sanford, Wm. Schwamb, Stanley Sebastian, Wm. Salzman, Wm. Steffen, Joe Schamet, Chas. Smith, Lewis Thayer, John F. Tarnow, Irwin C. Trumble, H. H. Traphagen, C. C. Twine, Wm. Thomson, Hadley D. Thompson, Fred 0. Vogt, Louis Wendt, Roy Wrigley, R. D. Woods, T. A. Wood, Phy Wanslow, Julius Wien, Joe Wurtzinger, Alvin Weiss, Archie Woodmansee, Fred Wendt, Earl Yates, Clyde J. Zoia, Chas. D. Zoia, Gus Zick. Deceased Members World War Veterans buried in the following cemeteries that have been affiliated with Peter Umathum Post, No. 412. St. Patrick's, Hartland: Thos. McDonald, Henry P. Nolan. Greenwood Cemetery: Louis Pritchett, Sidney Carney, Chas. Knutson, Hilda Knutson, Robert J. E. Low, Grant Hill,Alvin R. Yanke. Scandanavian Cemetery Christian L. Jessen. Calvary Raymond Murley, Thos. E. Srill, Peter Umathum, Adelbert Sullivan, Arvil F. Yager, Rupert D. Donovan, Frank T. Green, Arthur W. O'Neill, Jacob Koranda, Jay Comiskey, Albert F. Freund, Ralph M. Stupfel. Woodland Cem., McHenry Walter Geske. Marengo Bert Walling. Oakland Cemetery: James C. McBroom, Joseph L. Shearer, Clarence Hansman, Ethel McConnell, Harold W. Frame, Geo. W. Pierson, Eugene P. Griebel, Floyd L. Thayer, Elmer 0. Cunningham, Harry L. Feffer, Simon P. Feffer, Ralph L. Winegar, Everett Clark, Hans Bonnichson, Inar A. Carlson, Donald J. Blodgett, Wm. A. Eckdahl, Albert Bernhardt, Kenneth Hoy, Chas. E. Sperry, Clarence Sherburne, B. Ross Taylor, Raymond G. Southworth, Wilbur D. Eckert, Alfred Richardson, Walter Michaelis. Lamont, Illinois Joseph Lucheck. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary WOODSTOCK'S PART IN WORLD WAR ROSTER OF COMPANY G; PART PLAYED BY HOME FOLKS IN DAYS OF STRESS World War History History has recorded the part played by the good citizens of Woodstock in the World War, but the eightieth anniversary of the Woodstock Sentinel would not be complete unless there was some review in connection with this matter. As early as in May, 1917, young men from this community were offering their services to Uncle Sam and were being accepted. However, it was not until July of the same year that the people of Woodstock really realized the seriousness of the war. It was in this month that the federal government called to arms all branches of the National Guard. With this call, Company G of the 3rd Regiment, Illinois National Guard, was summoned for duty. In this company were 153 men, all of whom resided in this immediate vicinity. Drafted National Army At the same time the federal government was completing plans for the drafting of a national army and many young men of this community were being selected to join the colors in this manner. Company G had long before been a part of the community. The organization of this company dated many years back and the history of the early days of this organization will be found elsewhere in this issue. The Woodstock National Guard company was a part of the Illinois National Guard division, known throughout the war as the Prairie and Yellow Cross division. Following the call to arms members of this company assembled daily at the armory building here for drill. Captain Owen H. Corr commanded the company and had as his aids, Lieutenants William Thomson and Lester Edinger. Company Goes Overseas The company continued to drill here until August of the same year, when the entire division was sent to Houston, Texas. The division trained at this point until May, 1918, when orders from Washington sent the troops overseas for front line service. The division took part in most of the major offenses during the summer and early fall of 1918 and was still in the front line trenches when the Armistice was signed on November 11, 1918. The division stayed overseas until May of 1919, as a part of the Army of Occupation, returning to America in May, 1919, and being discharged from the federal service June 6, 1919, at Camp Grant in Rockford. While we give to this famous fighting outfit a little extra space, we do not in any way want to take away from those who took part in the war in other branches of the service. It is hard to estimate just how many other young men from this community went forth in those early days of 1917 and in 1918 to help America in that great war, but the number would be many times more than the roster of Company G. When Company G arrived in Texas it wasn't long after that it became known as Company G of the 129th infantry, and not the famous old 3rd Illinois regiment, as it had been known for many years previous. Woodstock's young men and women, because there were several of the community's young women who also joined the service at that time, served their country in a most loyal manner. Their deeds have been, recorded as we stated before, in the archives of the war department at Washington. Some Never Came Back Many of these young men who joined the colors in 1917 and 1918 and sailed overseas did not come back. Some of these are buried in cemeteries in that vast country across the ocean, while the bodies of many others who were killed or died of disease have been returned to their native land and their remains are at rest in their home cemeteries. There are others who saw service during those hectic days who are still fighting the war, having returned wounded in body or in mind. It would be easy to write pages about the part local young men played in that war. Many were decorated for bravery in action. Many were promoted to high rank in the service, but all fought for the same cause and gave to their country and the flag they love so well every ounce of devotion. It is not the purpose of this story to give to any individual or group of individuals extra credit for the service they performed, because each and every man who went forth from Woodstock and surrounding territory rendered such service as was possible to give. Home Coming Celebration So it was fitting and proper on June 10, 1919, that a giant homecoming was staged in Woodstock for all service men who took part in that war. Thousands gathered at the county seat for this event. The boys marched again in uniform. The band played and the city was decorated in gala attire for the occasion. However, during all the gaiety that surrounded this mammoth celebration of the return of the community's young men, there was a hush of silence at a given hour during the day when memorial services were held on the southeast corner of the park for those gallant dead who had given their lives for the cause. A miniature "Flander's Field" was constructed at this corner of the park and small white crosses carried the names of those young men who had answered taps during the war. This was a touching part in the program of that day and one that will long be remembered by those who witnessed it. With the close of the home coming celebration most of the community's young men who served during the war returned again to civilian life, some to take up their former duties, others to learn that their jobs had been filled while they wore gone and still others were unable to return to any occupation due to wounds and sickness which left them in a condition that time could not heal. History of Peter Umathum Post Post Organized in 1919) Peter Umathum Post No. 412 of the American Legion first saw the light of day September 27, 1919, when a group of some twenty world war veterans met in the city council chambers in the city hall at Woodstock and made application for a charter from the department of Illinois. Rupert Donovan signed the application as temporary chairman. Since that day in September, back in 1919 the post has steadily grown in size and activities until today it stands as one of the outstanding Legion posts in the state. On August 21, 22, 23 and 24 the Woodstock post staged its annual early fall festival. With this in mind it seems altogether fitting and proper to give a little history of the post during the years which have passed since that first meeting some seventeen years ago. It seems those veterans who were interested in the organization of a Legion post in Woodstock wanted to be sure and get off on the right road so they waited more than a month to elect the first commander of the post. During this wait a certain young soldier was concluding his homeward trip from overseas where he had been stationed for many months. He arrived in Woodstock during the early part of November, 1919 and a few days later attended a meeting of the post and was elected its first commander. This young soldier was David R. Joslyn, Jr. So in 1920 the Woodstock Legion post started to function in real style. Commander Joslyn had as his running mates Lester Griffing and L. D. Smiley, both being elected as vice-commanders. The adjutant of the post was Rupert Donovan. We may add right here that in securing a charter the post sent in the names of 50 members and the department records show that the post membership for 1919 was 50 and that Rupert Donovan was the temporary chairman of the first year. First Major Activity During the year of 1920 the post staged its first major activity. It was a celebration of Independence day and was held at the fair grounds. This celebration helped in a large way to enable the post members to get the proper "footing" in the county seat. The celebration was not only successful from an entertainment standpoint but also financially. It also helped swell the membership roll of the post to 200 for the year. The success of the Legion in 1920 was due in a large manner to the fine leadership of its first commander and it seemed natural that the members re-elected him again in 1921 with Warren J. Fish as vice-commander and Glenn Shales as adjutant. The post continued to grow in numbers during the year with a total of 251 members being reported at department headquarters. It was during 1921 that the Woodstock post was first recognized in the state as an up and coming organization. The post entered a contest sponsored by the Chicago Evening Journal in which prizes were being offered to posts furnishing the most service to disabled World war veterans in their communities. Woodstock post was rated second best in the contest which was state-wide. The reward for this rating was a beautiful post standard given the post by the Chicago Journal. A group of post members visited the Journal office in Chicago and received the prize which has stood side by side at all post meetings and various functions with a beautiful American flag given the post by the Woodstock Woman's Relief Corps. The standard has also been carried in funerals, parades and has been one of the prize possessions of the post. Fish Second Commander In 1922 Warren J. Fish was elected to succeed Joslyn with Glenn Shales as his vice commander. George E. Sullivan was Fish's selection for adjutant. The post continued to soar in membership and reached a total of 285 during the year. Service to the disabled and to the community continued to headline the post's activities. Thomas P. Bolger was elected commander in 1923 with Harold E. Reese as vice commander. Bolger's selection for adjutant was Roy Blomgren, who resigned during the year and was suc-(Continued On Page Five) COMPANY G OFF TO WAR [photo] Two scenes taken at Woodstock R. R. station when Company G left home for Houston, Texas, prior to going overseas. COMMANDER COMPANY G CAPTAIN OWEN H. CORR [photo] Roster of Company G at Time of Entering World War Major C. C. Miner, Captain Owen H. Corr, Lieutenant William Thomson, Lieutenant Lester Edinger, John Long, Earl Clement, Elmer Jahn, LeRoy Clark, Leo Clark, Theo. Clyde, Fred Emanual, Joseph Fitzek, William Kolls, Niel Miller, Glennos Ogdon, John Risting, Frank Sheehy, Lewis Thayer, William Ward, Harry Yagle, Everett Clark, Eugene Larson, Eugene McGee, Peter Brahy, Walter Geske, Bert Bennett, Ranson Bill, Lester Boone, Henry Brown, Harry Brahy, Victor Burton, Carl Bartelt, Fred Boehart, Theo. Butts, Wm. Davoll, Fred Eicklor, Paul Eickhoff, Lemel Erwin, Clarence Foss, Edward Lloyd, Isaac Fish, Harry Frank, David Gorham, Charles Haldeman, William Donnely, Everett Terwilliger, Peter Umathum, Wm. Hutchinson, Harold Kemerling, Walter Hoffmeyer, Ogle K. Howell, Leslie McLaughlin, Rudolph Paepke, Raymond D. Woods, Jos. Wurtzinger, Theo. Anderson, Jas. Alcumbrac, Willard Amacker, Bernard Buxton, James Bennett, Thomas Burns, John Bartenback, Arthur Buehler, Glenn Coquilette, Isadore Cooperman, Robert Cornell, Wm. R. Cairns, P. E. Conway, Henry Carlson, Ralph Churchill, Herman Dunker, George Dibler, Charles Darby, James Doherty, William Doughart, Wm. Sponholtz, Henry Schmidt, Elmer Fredendall, William Fairmont, Harry Francisco, Richard Farrell, Charles Golden, Fred Gaulke, Wesley Guffy, Cecil Grovar, William Haase, D. N. Hurley, John Hurley, William Home, Henry Henrys, Fred Heaps, John Jacobs, George Kane, Fred Kunda, Leslie Johnson, Harold Mille,r William Nohr, Frank Nohr, Frederick Pye, Mark Redman, William Sutton, Lee Stage, William Sipes, Ralph Stupfel, Lewis Stoffel, Glenn Shales, Roy Strube, Leslie Sanford, Albert Schutt, Harold Ueber, Walter Uteg, Arthur Ward, Fred Wendt, Ralph Winegar, Thomas Yode,r LeRoy Yor, Charles Zoia, A. B. Callan, Cyrus Sanford, A. W. Shipton, Eugene Griebel, Harold F. Gilles, Chester Hollister, Ralph Hildebrandt, Arthur Hollarbush, Robert Hollarbush, Clarence Hansman, David Herrington, Christian Jacobson, Clarence Johnson, Christian Jessen, Rudolph Kramer, Lloyd Kretchmer, August Kappler, Charles A. Kuppe, Arnold J. Lorenz, Edmund LaVoie, Joseph Lucheck, Walter Longman, Sherman Manny, Harold McConnell, Edward Nichols, E1wood Newman, Christian Nielsen, Arthur Plunkett, Clifton Richards, William Richards Joseph Ragatius Harold E. Reese Adolph Sommere George EL Sullivan, William Salzman, Harry Schneider, William Schnelle, Everett Webster, Raymond McGee, Edward W. Rogman, Kenneth M. Northrup, At the Home Coming Celebration [photo] Judge Charles H. Donnelly, speaking. Those front left to right: Rev. H. H. Smith, Judge Donnelly, Judge E. D. Shurtleff, William Thomson and David R. Joslyn Sr. LIEUT. WM. THOMSON [photo] LIEUT. LESTER EDINGER [photo] A GOLD STAR MOTHER MRS. MARY DITTMAN [photo] Several years ago two Woodstock Gold Star Mothers traveled to France as guests of the Government. The trip was to give these women a chance to visit the graves of their sons, who were killed in action. The two Woodstock women are Mrs. Mary Dittman and Mrs. Alphonse Schmitt. Pictured above is Mrs. Dittman at the grave of her son, Carl Joseph Dittman, in Aisne Marne cemetery. Mrs. Schmitt paid tribute to her son, Henry Schmitt, in the Somme cemetery, where a tablet has been erected in his honor. Schmitt's body was never found. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE FIVE LEGION POST AND ITS ACTIVITIES (Continued from page four) ceeded by George E. Sullivan, who finished the year. It was during this year that the post reached its highest membership on record. A total of 301 members signed during the year. Harold E. Reese succeeded Bolger as commander in 1924 with Colonel C. C. Miner as vice-commander. Sam Rasmussen was named adjutant. Membership in the post started to dwindle in this year due to the fact that many of the veterans around Woodstock moved to other communities and joined posts elsewhere. Many former Woodstock veterans who lived elsewhere also started to drop their membership in the Woodstock post and joined the posts in communities where they resided. However, service work became more and more a problem as the years passed. Colonel C. C. Miner was elected commander in 1925 with Ogle K. Howell as vice-commander and Ralph Winegar as adjutant. The post had a membership of 183 during the year. Dr. C. F. Baccus was selected commander in 1926 with Charles A. Kuppe as vice-commander, William R. Cairns was named adjutant. The post membership for the year was 169. William M. Carroll was elected commander in 1927 with James A. Madison as vice-commander. Arnold J. Lorenz was selected as adjutant. The post membership for the year was 185. George E. Sullivan succeeded Carroll as commander in 1928 with Lester Edinger as vice-commander. William R. Cairns was named adjutant. The post membership was 157 for the year, Edinger Elevated Lester Edinger was elevated to be commander in 1929 with Fred Boehart as vice-commander. Cairns continued to serve as aDjutant. The membership for the year was 158. Fred Boehart was the choice for commander in 1930 with Raymond D. Woods as vice-commander. Cairns continued to serve as adjutant. The post membership was 164. In 1931 the members selected Harold Gilles as commander with George E. Grant as vice-commander. Harold E. Reese served as adjutant and the post membership was 194. In 1932 George E. Grant was named commander with Charles A. Kuppe as vice-commander. Ogle K. Howell was named adjutant. The post membership reached 197 during the year. Charles Kuppe was selected commander in 1933 with W. R. Cairns as vice-commander. A. L. Bennett was named adjutant. The membership for the year was 156. William R. Cairns was named commander in 1934 with Charles D. Zoia as vice-commander and Harold Kemming as adjutant. The post membership was 162. In 1935 the post selected Raymond Johnson as commander and Matt Hoesley as vice-commander. Raymond D. Woods was named adjutant and the post membership soared to 213, the highest mark since 1924. In 1936 the post selected Matt Hoesley as commander, with Raymond D. Woods again serving as adjutant. During this year the membership jumped to a 240 mark, which was the fourth highest since the organization of the post. Louis Ohlrich was named vice-commander for the year. Louis Ohlrich was the choice of the Legionnaires for commander at the start of 1937. Chris Klabunde was named sergeant at arms, with Sanford H. Howard as adjutant. In 1925 during Commander Miner's term, Chris Klabunde was selected sergeant at arms and held the position up until 1935, when he relinquished the job and Edwin Nelson was elected. Comrade, Klabunde has also held the position of sergeant at arms in the county since 1930. This is indeed a fine record. Rehabilitation Probably no other post in the Illinois department has a better record for rehabilitation than the Woodstock post. The service department of ths post has functioned well since the early days of the post. Shortly after the war rhe post service officer was called on for duty in the form of making out applications for compensation for various veterans in the community. It was only a few years after the organization of the post when many local veterans needed hospitalization and again the post aided in securing entrance to the government jiosmtals for these men. During the early days of the post the service officer was called on to aid in securing certified copies of lost discharge papers and changing of beneficiaries for insurance policies. Various claims against the government for back pay, travel pay and other various items were handled by the post. When the state of Illinois voted a state bonus for all Illinois veterans the post officers again were called into duty making out applications. This work was all done free of charge to the veterans and several hundred claims in this community were filled out. The local post also served other veterans outside our community as the Legion in the county then was not as well organized by posts as today. Adjusted Service Act Probably the biggest job the post encountered was when the government voted the adjusted service act. This placed considerable work on the service department as more than 250 applications for adjusted service certificates were handled by the post. This necessitated notary public certification, finger print and various other kind of service. This was all handled free of charge to the veterans by the post regardless of whether the veterans belonged to the American Legion or not. As the years passed the matter of compensation for disabled veterans and the proving of service connected cases became a big problem of the post. Claim after claim was handled with good results. At times, various officers of the, post made trips to the veterans bureau in Chicago and in general made a deep study of the setup so as to be able to render better service to the veteran. When world war veterans died the post service officers immediately went to the relatives and offered the aid of the post in setting claims against the government such as cashing of the veteran's adjusted service certificate, securing of the $100 burial award and in general handling the veteran's estate in whatever manner necessary. This necessitated hours of work. When the government announced that loans could be made on the adjusted service certificates again the service department functioned and today records of more than 200 such claims are in the hands of the service department of the post. No charge was made for such service. Pensions for mothers of the world war veterans, widows of world war veterans, housing of orphans of world war veterans at the Normal home at Bloomington has been part of the service program of the post. In one case the service department worked for several months in securing a certified copy of the birth record of the veteran which the post is named after to aid in securing a most deserving pension for the mother of this veteran. The government insisted on the record and the post secured same although having to send to Austria to obtain it. The post service department has stopped at no expense or time doing all this work as it is one of the main objectives of the American Legion, to care for the disabled and the widows, mothers and orphans of the world war veterans. Along this same line of work the post is proud of the manner in which every grave of all war dead in local and nearby cemeteries has been properly marked. Not only have the graves been marked with government markers, where the family wanted same, but these graves have all been charted and blue prints of these graves are now on record in the county clerk's office. Cairns Directed Work Under the direction of William R. Cairns, past commander of the post, this work has been carried on throughout the county. It probably is one of the most outstanding achievements of the post as before the work was done many graves of war dead were unmarked and Memorial Day passed without as much as a flag being placed on these graves. On Memorial Day now, a flag flies over the top of every grave of war dead in cemeteries all over the county. The various changes in the laws governing veteran's compensation has placed a big burden on the post service department. The so-called economy act caused much work along this line and in order to be able to handle this situation various forms were obtained from the bureau and at times claims were appealed from the decision of the reginal board in Chicago to the main bureau in Washington to obtain the necessary results. All in all, the post has'been a big aid to the disabled veteran. Little or no publicity has been given this part of the Legion program because those in charge have never craved such publicity, being of the opinion that it is part of the Legion's program. However, the officers of the post feel as if the general public should know that the Legion is doing everything in its power to help and care for the disabled of this community. Expense ot this work has been taken care of by the post and individual members who are interested enough to help in this line. Post Activities Often times you hear the question what has the American Legion ever done for the community? This question is probably asked because the Legion is somewhat backward in boasting of its post activities, therefore the general public is not aware of the things the post does. The post has been active in community service since its inception. There are some things that stand out more prominent than others. However, the sponsoring of a Boy Scout troop for a number of years, until the city reached a point where there were too many troops in the city for the good of Scout work, is one of the many fine deeds of the post. The sponsoring of a junior baseball team for a number of years is another. This is a nation-wide program and thousands of youngsters enjoy taking part in this program each year. Both these projects have cost the post considerable money, but the members feel that the money has been well spent. The post has contributed liberally to the Boy Scout drive for funds each year. It has contributed to the Red Cross drive for funds each year as well as the Salvation Army and other drives for funds in the city. No Christmas has passed without the post purchasing a good size health seal bond. In speaking of something the post has done for the city in general, attention is called to the street signs now adorning our city streets. These were erected by the local post at an expense of more than $1800. The signs were erected without cost to the city with even the work of placing the signs about the city being done by the post members. Woodstock today has the best "signed" city streets in any city of its size, or larger, in these parts. The post feels proud of this service to the community. When the G.A.R. passed out of existence it was only natural another veteran organization should take over the sponsoring of a program on Memorial Day. With the Spanish American war veteran's camp dwindling in numbers the American Legion came forth to take up this work. During the past years the local post has taken care of the program in a most worthy manner. Each Memorial Day a program is sponsored in the Miller theatre in the morning after which a march to the cemeteries is made. All patriotic groups join in the program which ends with the placing of flowers on the graves of all war dead. Citizens of Woodstock have shown their appreciation of the service by attending the program each year in large numbers. The American Legion has joined hands with the Elks in the observance of Flag Day. An open meeting is held each year and the day is observed in a most fitting manner. The sponsoring of school awards in both the Community and St. Mary's high schools is another community service performed each year by the post. The outstanding boy and girl in the graduating classes of these two schools are each given a beautiful award by the post. Bogardis Act The post has for a number of years had charge of the bogardis work in the community. This is one of the bigger problems of the post and each year the post is allotted a sum of money from the county board of supervisors to be expended for the care of veterans and their families who are destitute. The past years have been tough ones, so to speak, in this line of work but through a carefully planned program between the post and the township supervisor this work has been carried on in a most efficient manner. Other activities of the post, which serve as a means of raising funds to carry on much of the work mentioned above, include the annual early fall festival. These festivals also furnish amusement and rather livens up the city as well as providing a neat sum for the post treasury. Surely every citizen of the city remembers the famous minstrel shows staged by the post for a period of years. In the early days the post sponsored celebrations on Independence Day but this program has been replaced by the fall carnivals and midwinter home talent shows. The post is proud of sponsoring a squadron of the Sons of the Legion and see in this organization a group of youngsters who some day will carry on where the post finishes as was the case of the Legion taking over the job when the G.A.R. passed out of existence here. The post is also proud of its sister organization. The American Legion Auxiliary. This group of women has done much to aid the Legion in all its progress. The Auxiliary also has a junior organization in the Junior Legion Auxiliary. It might be well to explain that the only regular revenue the post receives is one dollar per member from the member's yearly dues. One dollar of the member's dues goes to state headquarters and the other dollar to national headquarters, leaving only one dollar for the post treasury. This, of course, necessitates the raising of funds by other means to carry on the work of the post. The post members feel that they have taken an active part in the upbuilding of the community over a period of some sixteen years. The post has joined hands with local citizens in every worth while project for the betterment of the community and has never sought to appear in the limelight for any of its achievements. So in answer to the question of "what has the American Legion ever done for the community" we refer to some of the above activities which at least in a small way answers the question. Members Are Prominent Although the post as an organization does not take an active part in politics, a number of members of the post have been successful in this connection. The post felt proud to have one of its past commanders serve the district in the lower house at Springfield. We refer to the Honorable William M. Carroll, who has completed his third term as a member of the legislature from this district. Mr. Carroll has made a splendid record and holds the respect and friendship of his colleagues at Springfield, regardless of party affiliation. In 1936 the people of McHenry county elected Mr. Carroll to the important office of state's attorney, upon which duties he succeeded in December of that year. Mr. Carroll was elected by a large vote of the people, proof of the esteem in which he is held. Lester Edinger, another past commander of the' post, has a fine record of public service, having served for eight years as sheriff and is now serving the county as county treasurer. "Doc" is well known over the county and has been an active and hard worker of the post since its organization. Raymond D. Woods, adjutant of the oost this year and a past vice-commander of the post, has been successful in politics. He is now serving his second term as county clerk. He first started in politics as city clerk in Woodstock. Charles F. Hayes, another post member, served two terms as circuit clerk. He is a disabled veteran with a wide circle of friends all over the county. He now holds the position of Justice of the Peace, in which position he is making a fine record. On the city council, A. L. Bennett and P. E. Conway, members of the post, are serving as aldermen. Conway is the senior alderman of the board, having served four terms. Raymond C. Johnson, former commander of the post, served one year as alderman. Members Recognized Several members of the Woodstock post have served in higher offices other than their own post. George E. Sullivan, past commander of the post has served as commander of the second division, including the 8th 11th, 12th, and 13th districts of northern Illinois. He also has served as county commander and served on the state rehabilitation committee of the department for three years as well as being editor of the county Legionnaire paper. Thomas Bolger, past commander, has served as commander of the eleventh district. He did much to organize the district in the early days of the Legion. He also has served as commander of the McHenry post, now living in McHenry. Harold E. Reese, another past commander, served six years as chief deputy sheriff of the county. Colonel C. C. Miner, another past commander, is the present chief deputy sheriff having succeeded Reese when he resigned in the fall of 1936. Harold E. Reese also served as county commander and did a good job of organizing the various posts into the present county organization, which is rated as one of the best in the department. David R. Joslyn, Jr., another past commander, also served as commander of the county council. He served two years as commander of the Woodstock post and has been prominent in state Legion work for a long period of years. Lester Edinger, past commander served one year as adjutant of the county. Arnold Lorenz also served as adjutant for one year as did George E. Grant. James Nevin served on the state Boy Scout committee for two years and was very active in the division and district Scout program. William R. Cairns has been an active member of the state graves registration commission and aided much in putting over the program in the state which resulted in the marking of all graves of war dead as well as making plats of same and having them recorded in the county clerk's office. Other members have been active on county and district committees ana all in all the post has given much leadership in the Legion-outside of the Woodstock post. The New Building The year of 1936 was a banner year, because it was during that year that the post built its new home. The home today stands as a monument not only to the memory of those gallant war dead, but also to the comradeship of those veterans who are still carrying on for God and Country. This new home is plain, but modern in every way. It is 76 feet long and 36 feet wide and is constructed of the best material the members could obtain anywhere. It was constructed mostly by labor performed by the members themselves, including the digging of the basement, pouring the cement, electric wiring, plumbing and other items too numerous to mention. It is a two story building with a basement fitted for use as a meeting and banquet room. The basement is equipped with a most modern kitchen which was mostly installed by the members of the Legion Auxiliary unit. Upstairs is a large lodge hall which can be used for dances and meetings of various kinds. This hall is nicely decorated and has a hardwood floor which is said to be one of the finest dance floors in these parts. That Comradeship Probably no better example of comradeship could be displayed than in the construction of this building. Night after night crews from 25 to 75 veterans assembled at the location armed not only with shovels, wheelbarrows, picks, hammers, but with a spirit of comradeship seldom displayed in any kind of an organization. These veterans toiled hour after hour. It was hard work for many of the boys who came from their work in the factories or from their offices in the downtown district. There were others who dropped in from the farm or from work which fitted them more for the kind of work to be done. However, side by side these veterans worked until in a very short period of time this fine structure was constructed. Officially Dedicated Although the building was opened for use on Armistice Day when the post members gathered for their annual Armistices Day banquet in 1935, it was not until March 22, 1936, that it was officially dedicated. On this day James B. Murphy, department commander, was presented and was the speaker of the day. Following is the membership of the post, by years 1920..200 1921..251 1922..285 1923..301 1924..239 1925..183 1926..169 1927..185 1928..157 1929..158 1930..164 1931..194 1932..197 1933..156 1934..162 1935..213 1936..241 New Home of Peter Umathum Post, Woodstock, Ill. [photo] Local Legion Post Named For Him PETER UMATHUM [photo] The Woodstock American Legion post is named after a veteran who was probably one of the finest soldiers in the American army during the world war. We refer to Peter Umathum, who was killed in action in the Bois Du Chaum during the Meuse Argonne drive on October 16, 1918. He was serving as sergeant in Company G of the 129th Infantry at the time he was killed. Peter Umathum, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Umathum, was born May 26, 1897 in St. Peter, in the county of Wieselburg, Kingdom of Hungary. He came to America with his parents when only a small child and resided in Woodstock until he left with Company G in the early fall of 1917 to take up training in Houston, Texas, prior to being ordered overseas. Peter Umathum was a soldier. Prior to his world war services he saw service on the Mexican border with the Woodstock company in 1916. It was shortly after the return to Woodstock after this service that he again joined the colors in the world war. He was killed during active duty in the front line trenches in the famous Meuse Argonne offensive. Probably no greater tribute could be paid this dead hero than by Owen H. Corr, captain of Company G, who said at a recent post meeting that Peter Umathum was a true American, loved his home and country and died on foreign land while fighting for the stars and stripes. Peter Umathum's body was brought back from France a short time after the close of the war and now rests in Calvary cemetery in Woodstock. Michael Umathum, father of 1he young soldier, died several years ago but his mother, Elizabeth Umathum still resides in Woodstock. She is a grand little lady whose heart belongs to the local Legion post. She holds no bitterness in the loss of her son because, like her son, she is also a true American. Only recently would she allow the service officer of the post secure for her a much deserved pension from the government. Woodstock Pastors In Overseas Work REV. WILLIAM KILBURTEN [photo] Served Overseas During the War as Y.M.C.A, Secretary. FATHER JOSEPH LONERGAN Served as National Chaplain of the American Legion EVERETT (DUBY) CLARK [photo] Everett (Duby) Clark was one of Woodstock's best known world war veterans. He served as cook for Company G during the world war. Following his return from service, where he saw action in the front lines, he lost his life in an automobile accident between McHenry and Johnsburg. "Duby" was a great favorite throughout the 129th Infantry. PAGE SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition PUBLIC LIBRARY HAS 12,000 BOUND VOLUMES; 36,000 LOANED IN 1936 An institution of which the people of Woodstock are justly proud is the free public library, located in what used to be commodious quarters in the northeast corner of the first floor of city hall, but now badly needing more room. A prominent divine once said: "The morals of a community may be quickly guaged by its churches and the tendency of the people to patronize good books and good newspapers." This statement being undoubtedly true, the society of Woodstock bears the imprint of a cultivated literary taste and reaps the advantage of having a public library of carefully-selected works from which to draw the impressions of great writers, past and present, and a full assortment of up-to-date literature to keep them in touch with the every-day happenings of the world. According to Munsell's history of McHenry county, published in 1922, "the Woodstock library had its origin in 1856, when, through the efforts of a number of citizens in and near "Woodstock, contributions of books were made, and money secured from Judge Church, Dr. Perry W. Murphey, C. H. Russell, Elam M. Lamb, E. E. Richards, R. G. Schryver, M. F. Irwin, J. A. Parrish and others, and in this way was started a library. This library was not free to the public, but was kept up by subscription for many years. "When the Woodstock Literary and Library association was formed, Dec. 10, 1877, it had as one of its aims the accumulation and maintenance of a library and the books left in the old library collection were put with the new ones. These books were sometimes kept in stores, but were free only to members of the club or association; others paid $1 a year, or 10 cents a book, for their use. "On Mar. 5, 1880, a new by-law was added providing for the election of a librarian, and A. R. Murphey was the first to hold that office. In a report made by him in 1881 he gave the number of books on hand as 148. In May, 1882, the books owned by the Young Men's association were purchased for $20. "In 1886 A. S. Wright, the druggist, was made Mr. Murphey's successor and the library was moved to the Wright drug store on the south side of the square, where a room was provided. For the year 1887 he reported the number of volumes to be 678. "Verne A. Wright succeeded his father as librarian in 1888, and he in turn was followed in 1890 by CO. Parsons. "Through these years the Woodstock Library association gradually gathered together a library of standard books and the present library is greatly indebted to those progressive and intellectual members who had the forethought and energy to build as they did. Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn and J. C. Choate were especially untiring and inspiring leaders." Free Library Started At a meeting of the association on June 23, 1890, it was voted to move the books to a room in the city hall, and on Jan. 26, 1891, it was decided to transfer the library to the city of Woodstock, to be the nucleus of the Woodstock public library, and the books were made free to all of the the people residing within the corporate city. The mayor and councilmen appointed the first directors, who were John C. Choate, Luman T. Hoy, Chas. A. Lemmers, Alois Dreyer, Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn, Mrs. Frank Spitzer, Vincent S. Lumley, Dr. W. W. Cook and Miss Mary F. Murphy. The Woodstock Literary and Library association for many years held semi-monthly meetings at the homes of members, where interesting programs were carried out and discussed and often interesting debates were conducted on subjects that were debatable and that commanded the attention of the public. The public library is the outgrowth of that organization, whose semi-monthly gatherings, at which music and mirth and worth prevailed, are still remembered with pleasure by all who participated in the same. Gradually a fund was acquired from dues, collections, donations and lecture courses which was invested in books devoted principally to historical research, which made substantial additions to the. funds for a library, which was the objective for which they were organized, and for which they labored throughout the years with a zeal worthy of the cause. During the existence of this Literary and Library association entertainments and lectures were frequently given, the proceeds of which were devoted to the purchase of new books, until 900 volumes had accumulated up to 1889, when the establishment of a permanent home for the library was urged by those most interested in its success and who most keenly appreciated its advantages to the growing youth, as well as the older people of the community. Housed In City Hall When the city building was erected in 1889 and 1890 provision was made for a public library and reading room, which was thrown open to the public in September of the latter year with a large number of volumes on the shelves, which have since been added the to systematically until the library which in 1890 sheltered more than 900 volumes, among which were 400 volumes of history and biography, now has over 12,000. The history of every country on the face of the earth can be found on its ample shelves. The library is under the control of a board of directors appointed by the mayor, who make the rules to govern the management of the same, and who select the new books that are purchased. The mayors have always been careful to appoint on this board none but broad-minded, well-read people of both sexes, and the present board, which is one of the best ever vested with the power to manage the library, takes a deep interest in its welfare and carefully looks after every detail of its affairs. Ultimately the city council was induced to provide for the sustenance of the library by including a stated sum in the annual appropriation bill, and no year has since elapsed in which such an appropriation was not made. For the first few months of the library's existence the venerable Erastus Richards acted as librarian, who was later succeeded by his granddaughter, Mrs. C. M. Curtis, who was the intelligent and efficient librarian from 1894 until 1916 when she was succeeded by Miss Lura Wandrack who has since held the place. The books of the library are for the use of the people ot the city, subject to certain conditions which; are easy to comply witn, while transients in the city can also have the advantage of the same by securing some tage of the same by securing some well-known citizen to vouch for their honesty and integrity. No book is allowed to be kept away from the shelves longer than two weeks by one person, except it be returned and re-issued to that person, and there are certain books that cannot be kept over one week, and some that are not allowed to be taken from the rooms at all. Free Reading Room In connection with the library there is maintained a free reading room, on the tables of which all the leading periodicals of the day are kept for the perusal of all who desire to visit the library and read them, they being governed by certain rules of decorum that must be obeyed, and of which there have been few infractions. It is a common thing of a winter evening to see every seat surrounding the tables in the reading room occupied mostly by young people, all busily intent on devouring the newest cartoon or the freshest scene illustrative of the great events of this busy and active world. Thus is the library and Readmg Room proving a good thing by keeping the young people out of places of questionable repute or from running the streets aimlessly. That the library is most highly appreciated by the reading public is readily seen from a glance at the librarian's register, which shows the average number of books taken out each week, and the number of visitors as registered. The record of the books taken out shows, too, that people of Woodstock desire only the best reading matter in their homes and that they are most highly cultivated in their tastes, which is also demonstrated by the fact that there are several Chautauqua and other reading circles in regularoperation in the city, whose readings are of the most advanced kind. The present directors and officers of the library board are: Library Officers President—James S. Andrews. Vice-President — Miss Lulu Delamere, Secretary-Treasurer — Mrs. Irwin Burger. Other Members of the Board—Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, Mrs. Alice Kellogg, Mrs. Emma Buell, Mrs. W. T. Charles, Mrs. James Hecht, and George D. Cairns. Standing Committees: Finance— Rev. Kaufman, Mrs. Charles, Mrs. Hecht. Books—Mrs. Buell, Mrs. Kellogg, Mr. Cairns. Those who served as vice-presidents during the same period were Mrs. A. E. Bourne, Mrs. O. H. Gillmore, Mrs. W. D. Ringland, Alice Blakeslee, Sue Southworth, Mrs. M. Louise Medlar, Adda Stewart, Mrs. H. D. McLaughlin, Mrs. A. S. Wright, Alice Blakeslee, Miss Foote, Nellie Glennon, Mrs. D. C. Green, Cora Smith, Agnes Quinlan and Kathvyn Russell. Those who served as secretaries were Mary Bunker, Anna Donnelly, Miss Ashton, Hamlin Whitney, Gertie Robinson, Mrs. T. McD. Richards, Mrs. F. W. Sanford, Susie K. Choate, Ella Rowe, Calla J. Field, Florence M. Bunker, Jean Munroe, Mabelle Medlar, Mary F. Murphy, Bertha McConnell, Flora Choate and Pauline McManus. Treasurers who have acted: A. R. Murphey, L. A. Brown, Mrs. Baldwin, Mrs. Belle Hall, Edward C. Quinlan, Mrs. D. 0. Green, Mrs. E. E. Bagley, Mrs E. E. Richards, Mrs. M. L. Joslyn, Miss E. G. Murphy and Elizabeth Smith. Directors in addition to those mentioned above: A. E. Bourne, B. F. Church, J. C. Choate, Alice Blakeslee, Mrs. W. B. Austin, A. R. Murphey, 0. H. Gillmore, T. McD. Richards, J. F. Casey, E. E. Richards, C. A. Lemmers. The directors of the library and the officers of the board since it became a part of the city's affairs have been as follows: Directors John C. Choate, 91-10 (died in office). Mrs. Adda Spitzer, 91-02 (resigned). Vincent S. Lumley, 91-01, 10-18. Dr. W. W. Cook, 91-4. Mary F. Murphy, 91-2 (resigned). Luman T. Hoy, 91-3. Chas. A. Lemmers, 91-2, 11-12 (resigned). Alois Dreyer, Jr., 91-09 (died in office), John J. Stafford, 91-10. Erastus E. Richards, 93-11 (resigned). John R. Kellogg, 93-7. David T. Smiley, 96-9, 02-11. Frank A. Daniels, 97-9. Frank W. Buell, 99-02. Elmer B. Bagley, 91-03. Agnes E. Quinlan, 92-15 (resigned). Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn, 91-01. A. Dwight Osborn, 97-26 (died in office). Mrs. A. S. Wright, 01-10. Mrs. Chas. S. Northrop, 02-11 (died in office). Edward J. Heimerdinger, 03-9. Dr. William H. Doolittle, 09-10. James S. Andrews, 09-36 (incumbent). Pauline McMauus, 09-36 (died in j office). Charles R. Belcher, 10-23. Mrs. Elizabeth Quinn, 91-14. Herman H. Bosshard, 14-20. Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, 15-36, (incumbent). Mrs. W. H. Shipton, 11-24 (died in office). Mrs. Alice Kellogg, 11-36 (incumbent). Mrs. John J. Stafford, 10-24. Rev. N. A. Sunderlin, 20-35 (died in office). Mrs. Emma Buell, 23-36 (incumbent). Edwin F. Meyer, 23-24. Rev. R. B' Guthrie, 16-22. Mrs. W. T. Charles, 24-36 (incumbent). Mrs. Irwin Burger, 25-36 (incumbent). Miss Lulu Delamere, 27-36 (incumbent). Mrs. James Hecht, 36 (incumbent). George D. Cairns, 35-6 (incumbent). Presidents John C. Choate, 91-2. Luman T. Hoy, 92 (resigned). Erastus E. Richards, 93-11. Chas. A. Lemmers, 11 (resigned). Chas. H. Belcher, 12-7. Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, 17-25. Rev, N. A. Sunderlin, 25-35 (died in office). James S. Andrews, 35-6 (incumbent). Vice-Presidents Luman T. Hoy, 91-2. John J. Stafford, 92-3. Alois Dreyer, Jr., 93-4. E. E. Bagley, 94-6. Jas. A. Andrews, 12-35. Secretaries Mrs. Adda Spitzer, 91-2. Agnes E. Quinlan, 92-01. Mrs. Chas. S. Northrop, 01-11. Miss Pauline McManus, 11-15, 17-36 (died in office). Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, 15-7. Mrs. Irwin Burger, 36 (incumbent). Librarians A. R. Murphey, 82-5. A. S. Wright, 85-8. Verne A. Wright, 88-90. C. O. Parsons, 90-1. Erastus Richards, 91 (a few months) Marion B. Rogers, 91-2. Winifred Hall (Mrs. C. M. Curtis), 92-11. Lura Wandrack, 11-36 (incumbent) Chas. R. Belcher, Rev. N. A. Sunderlin and Mrs. Emma Buell served as treasurer at different periods. The present librarian, who has served with great faithfulness and efficiency for more than a quarter of a century, has an able assistant (and sometimes substitute) in the person of Miss Edna Wienke, both of whom have learned that "it is the smile that counts." Mrs. Walter Fehrman preceded Miss Wienke in her present position for several years. The growth of this local institution and its popularity with the public are amply shown by the annual report of the board of directors presented to and approved by the city council in July last, which shows that at the end of the library year there were 12,001 volumes on the shelves and that the circulation the previous year had been 36,674, divided as follows: Fiction books for adults, 24,567, and non-fiction, 6,201; fiction for juveniles, 4,057, and non-fiction, 1,849. During the year 472 books were added to the library, 91 were lost or withdrawn, and 37 newspapers and periodicals were available to the public. Purchased with state funds during the year, 44. New borrowers who were registered through the year were 309 and the total registration of borrowers was 3,480. Particularly worthy of special mention for their indefatigable labors for the library and their intelligent and effective ministrations for the same are Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, the late Rev. N. A. Sunderlin and Miss Pauline McManus. Too much can not be said in behalf of Miss Wandrack and Mrs. Curtis, while none of the board have been drones in the service. ROSTER OF TOWNSHIP OFFICES The town of Dorr was named after Governor Dorr, of Rhode Island. While the city of Woodstock is located in the town of Dorr, which is six miles square, the city and township are two distinct organizations, whose interests, however, merge in several particulars. Necessarily the township is greater in area than the city, although it has nothing to do with the management of city affairs, while all the voters of the city have a voice in township affairs. The officers who have served the township; since its organization in 1850 are named as follows: Supervisors Until Woodstock was incorporated as a city in 1873 the village was represented by the village president on the board of supervisors, so to indicate who represented the village in the following list we have marked the names with this mark: (v). Elzaphan I. Smith, 50-1. Merritt L. Joslyn, 51-2, 63-6, 68-73, 75-9. Alvin Judd (v), 52-4. Enos W. Smith (v), 54-5. Joseph F. Lyon, 52-3. Neill Donnelly (v), 55-7, 60-2. Orville A. Hitchcock, 53-4. George H. Griffing, 54-5. Nathan Jewett, 55-6. Charles M. Willard, 56-7. M. B. Baldwin (v), 57-8. M. W. Hunt, 57-8. H. S. Hanchett (v), 62-3. M. W. Hunt (v), 58-60. Lawrence S. Church (v), 66-7. William H. Murphy, 58-9. Pasco Austin, 59-60. Ira Slocum, 60-3. William Kerr (v), 63-6. William Kerr, 66-7. Elam M. Lamb, 67-8, 73-5, 79-8S, (died in office). Benjamin N. Smith (v), 68-9. M. D. Hoy (v), 69-70. E. E. Richards (v), 70-2. L. H. Davis (v), 72-3. Luman T. Hoy, 89-03. William S. McConnell, 03-7. Emilus C. Jewett, 07-11. Fred A. Walters, 11-27. Volney S. Brown, 27-36 (Died in office). Roy J. Stewart, 36 (incumbent). Assistant Supervisors John D. Donovan, 31-5 (died in office). A. B. McConnell, 35 (incumbent). Town Clerks Charles Fitch, 50-4. C. C. Kelley, 54-5. Josiah Dwight, 55-7. Charles Given, 57-8. Joseph Petrie, 58-61. E. E. Richards, 61-2, 66-7. Calvin Pike and Erastus Richards, 62-3. Andrew Bourne, 63-4. J. A. Parrish, 64-5. Benjamin N. Smith, 67-75. Edwin Baldwin and M. D. Hoy, 77-6. Edwin Baldwin, 76-83. Charles P. Barnes, 83-8. John H. Higgins, 88-90. William W. Maxwell, 90-4. Owen G. Mead, 94-8. Theo. Hamer, 98-03. Will S. Thome, 03-8. Lynn W. Stone, 08-12. Edward A. Rogers, 12-4. Jesse C. Pierce, 14-36 (incumbent). Assessors John Bunker, 50-1. William C. Ryder, 51-2. Henry Sherman, 52-3. Abner B. Bidwell, 53-5. E. H. Smith, 55-6. Calvin Pike, 56-7. Ira Slocum, 57-9. George Tyler, 59-60. Henry K. Given, 60-1, 66-7. Edwin E. Thomas, 61-2, 63-4. G. B. Dake, 62-3, 65-6. James Dufield, 64-5. L. M. Woodard, 67-73. James H. Tappan, 73-4. Charles H. Russell, 74-5. A. H. Nixon, 75-6. John D. Short, 76-81, 83-5, 86-9. Andrew Bourne, 81-3, 85-6. Andrew F. McGhee, 89-90. Charles D. Judd, 90-06. Leander, J. Young, 06-18. Albert J. Murphy, 18-28. Charles T. Forrest, 28-35 (died in office).Edward C. Kappler, 35-36 (incumbent). Collectors Nelson Blakeslee, 50-2. William A. Judd, 52-4. Jacob N. Petrie, 54-5, 61-2, 66-7. William H. Murphy, 55-7, 59-60. Erastus Richards, 57-8. Fred W. Smith, 58-9. Sabine Van Curen, 60-1. Alvin Judd, 62-4. Andrew Bourne, 64-5. Malachi Church, 65-6. Alvin Brown, 67-8. E. E. Richards, 68-9. Thomas Blakeslee, 69-70. George Eckert, 70-2. John D. Short, 72-6. William H. Cowlin, 76-7. Emilus C. Jewett, 77-8. Alonzo Dickinson, 78-9. James M. Kimball, 79-80. Delos D. Blakeslee, 80-2. George L. Sherwood, 82-5. William H. Munroe, 85-6, 90-1. A. F. McGhee, 86-7. William A. Newman, 87-8. Samuel McNett, 88-90. George B. Griffing, 91-2. William H. Sherman, 92-4. John A. Cowlin, 94-6. Fred Griffing, 96-9. Michael H. Schenck, 99-02. William J. Miner, 02. Frank J. Hendricks, 02-9. John McGee, 09-12. M. H. Brott, 1912-4. Frank C. Wienke, 14-6. Rebekah Stamets, 16-9. The office of township collector was abolished in 1919, and the duties were added to tnose of the county treasurer. Justices of the Peace Roswell Enos, 50-1. Christopher Walkup, 50-62. Levi Sherwood, 51-63. John Bunker, 52-4. Jesse Slavin, 61-2. William P. Walkup, 62-3. Asa W. Smith, 63-70, 85-93. George K. Bunker, 63-70. Edwin Baldwin, 70-83. Frank Kellogg, 70-3. S. M. Paine, 73-5. Samuel Morse, 75-6, Minor Lockwood, 76-7. Robert J. Furney, 77-81. Ezra B. Smith, 81-3, 85-9. John D. Short, 83-5. Edwin E. Thomas, 85-94 (died in office). Charles M. Keeler, 87-05. Edwin H. Waite, 94-01. Emil Arnold, 01-1922 (died in office). John W. Clute, 01-03. Robert W. Martin, 1903-5 (to fill vacancy). Clark E. Lockwood, 07-25 (died in office). Chauncey W. Hill, 06-21. Thomas Rushton, 19. William Desmond, 23-33 (died in office). Willard S. Battern, 26 (incumbent). Ephriam E. McBroom, 29 (incumbent). Charles F. Hayes, 33 (incumbent). Ray Abbott, 33 (incumbent). Constables William H. Murphy, 50-63. Nelson Blakeslee, 50-4. Judson P. Kimberly, 55-6. Fred W. Smith, 56-9. Jacob N. Petrie, 59-66. William M. Hartman, 63-7. William P. Walkup, 66-8. William H. Sherman, 67-S. Frank Sherman, 68-9. Martin D. Kellogg, 69-72. Fred C. Joslyn, 72-3. Sabine Van Curen, 73-81. N. Paine, 73-5. William Sherman, 75-7. Aquilla J. Murphy, 77-81. Velorus E. Jones, 81-93. Henry G. Ehle, 81-9. William Still, 85-9. Fred W. Hartman, 89-97, 12-14. James A. Dufield, 89-97, 98-01 (died in office). George B. Griffing, 93-7. Frank E. Thayer, 97-01. Alpha M. Clark, 97-8. Scott Thayer, 01-4. James Westerman, 00-3. John S. Jones, 01-3. Fred G. Arnold, 02-5. Gus Vogel, 01 (incumbent). John C. Darrell, 03-9. Milton M. Morley, 05-9. Daniel Kline, 05-9. William P. Walkup, 05. W. S. Jayne, 06-9. Ray Dygert, 10-11. Nels Peterson, 16-7. John F. Wienke, 13-7. William Cooney, 13-7. Perry W. Murphey, 20-4. Frank Behrmyer, 20-4. Thomas Shackell, 17-21. Frank Hubart, 26-33. (died in office). John Bolger, 25-30 (died in office). Merritt Thomas, 32 (incumbent). Edward L. Martin, 35 (incumbent). Highway Commissioners Henry Duffield, 50-1, 57-8. Ira Waterman, 50-4. Orville A. Hitchcock, 50-1. Walter P. Jewett, 51-2. Franklin Kellogg, 51-2, 65-8. Nelson Blakeslee, 52-3, 54-5, 57-9. Ambrose Bennett, 52-3, 55-7. Jesse Stevens, 53-4. George H. Griffing, 53-4, 56-7. Solomon Keyes, 54-5. Dennis B. Gregory, 54-5. Warren Waterman, 55-6. M. H. Cahill, 56-7. Charles F. Givens, 56-7. George W. Boone, 57-61. H. H. Munroe, 58-9. Jesse Slavin, 59-61. Robert Green, 59-60. Rufus Brown, 60-1. H. K. Given, 61-2. A. W. Bidwell, 61-2. Charles Dufield, 61-2. J. C. Button, 62-5. A. B. Bidwell, 63-6. Thomas Lindsey, 64-5. Woolsey Knapp, 65-74. A. B. McConnell, 66-78. Wiley Foster, 67-70. Jacob Snyder, 69-85. S. M. Paine, 74-7. George W. Waterman, 77-80. Jacob Zimmer, 78-90. Owen S. Marron, 80-01. George Irish, 85-7. Benjamin R. Morse, 86-8. Barney H. Terwilliger, 88-91. Albert J. Murphy, 90-99. R. H. Conant, 90-00. Samuel M. Simmons, 99-11. William S. McConnell, 01-3. Fred W. Hartman, 03-18. Frank Brown, 04-16. Fred Senne, 14-24. Fred Mengs, 20-8. Thomas Bonnichsen, 28-35. Peter J. Bonnichsen, 35-6 (incumbent). School Trustee F. I. Mansfield, 70-1. William P. Walkup, 70-76, 81-01, 02-05 (died in office). William H. Buck, 70-7, 79-91. A. B. McConnell, 71-8, 83-95. Isaac Hartman, 76-9. Ezra B. Smith, 77-83. Andrew Bourne, 78-81. L. H. S. Barrows, 91-00. Thomas Scott, 95-01. Fred B. McConnell, 00 (incumbent). Abram Still, 03-16 (died in office). Lowell A. Walkup, 05 (incumbent). James Hecht, 09 (incumbent). Thistle Commissioners Gus Vogel, 15-8, 2U-29. John Bolger, 19-20. John F. Wienke, 29 (incumbent). School Treasurers John Bunker, 73-86. Amos K. Bunker, 86 (died in office, 1917). Herbert T. Cooney, 18-20, 26-8. Charles W., Whiting, 20-2, 28-30, 36 (incumbent). Charles L. Quinlan, 22-4. Walter F. Conway, 24-6, 30-2. Guy E. Still, 32-6. City Hall and Public Library [photo] Woodstock's old fashioned City Hall building and its opera house, with its quaint Mid-Victorian architectural beauty, was the center of a mid-summer theatrical festival in 1934, which was patronized by many of Chicago's theatrical stars as artists and by social leaders as patrons over an eight weeks period in June and July. CITY HALL BUILT 1889-90 In the year 1888 the idea entered the heads of the city fathers that Woodstock had reached a sufficient degree of importance to entitle her to a city building that would be a credit to the taxpayers and a delight to the eye. They had become tired of meeting in an attic, so to speak, and the fire department, the public library and other city property needed better shelter, so on June 1, 1888, the records show, Alderman W. W. Cook made a motion that the city purchase the John Bunker lot at the corner of Dean and Van Buren streets, which bad remained vacant since the fire of 1871, on which to erect a suitable building for city purposes. This motion met with opposition, the council voting to a tie on the question, and Mayor Joslyn, who was in the chair, voted in the affirmative, and the lot was purchased for $2,000, the order being drawn and the deed secured on July 6 of the same year. On Sept. 10 of that year the council met and considered plans for a city building that had been submitted by Smith Hoag, an Elgin architect, and they were accepted, after making a few alterations. On Jan. 4, 1889, the council voted to purchase brick for the city building from the McHenry Brick company. On April 26 of that year the council ordered the public property committee to proceed to the construction of the building, said committee consisting of Aldermen Jewett, Diesel and Donovan. Started in 1889 Work was at once begun on the building, with S. Hoag and Simon Brink as overseers, but on account of the slowness in the arrival of materials, it dragged along at a slow rate. This was during the administration of Mayor John J. Murphy, who on June 18 resigned the office and the building was completed while Mayor Erastus E. Richards was in the chair, he having been elected at a special election on July 12, 1889, when he defeated John D. Donovan for the place. On Aug. 2 of that year, it was voted to issue city hall bonds in the amount of $16,000 to provide money with which to complete the structure, and these, we believe, were the first bonds ever issued by the city. At first it was intended to erect the building by day labor, and the first work was done in that manner, but on Aug. 9 the council entered into a contract with Mr. Hoag for the finishing of the building, the contract price being $26,000. On Jan. 25, 1890, it was voted to seat the building with folding opera chairs, the motion having been made by Alderman Wm. B. Austin. Dedicated in 1890 After much arduous labor by the members of the council, and especially the public property committee, the building was completed and accepted, and on Sept. 2, 1890, it was dedicated with an entertainment by Patti Rosa and her company, who produced "Margery Daw" before a large and delighted audience. The city hall was constructed of white brick, trimmed with red sandstone and terra cotta, and is of beautiful architectural design. The tower, 90 feet in height, with its pretty, artistically arched observatory, surmounted by a flag staff, adds much to the beauty of the structure. The main floor of the building is divided into a public library and reading room, police magistrate's office and council room and city auditor's and collector's office on the east side and the fire department on the west. In the basement is the city calaboose, which is seldom occupied, the steam heating plant and storage rooms. The second floor is devoted to an opera house which for many years was operated under an arrangement with George W. Lemmers and Clinton E. Jones. This audience room, with a balcony above, will seat nearly 700 people, and has often been filled by large audiences listening to all kinds of entertainments, and public gatherings of various sorts. It is beautifully decorated, with a steel ceiling and all of the essentials for comfort. Public Meeting Place The stage is wide and deep, provided with two curtains that were works of art, the first curtains having been the work of Sosman & Landis, of Chicago, with a view of the Bay of Naples embellishing it. It was not many years ere the building was freed from debt, the last bonds having been redeemed prior to 1900, and since that, date several important improvements have been made on the building, a structure that had long been needed for the prosecution of the business of the municipality, and to furnish an audience room for the people aside from the court room at the court house. The symmetry, architectural beauty and massiveness of the building readily attract the eyes of chance visitors to the city, and Woodstock people even yet do not tire of gazing upon it with admiration. U.S. SENATE CHAMBER The U. S. Senate Chamber The Senate chamber in the United States Capitol is 113 feet 3 inches in length by 80 feet 3 inches in width and 36 feet in height. The gallery accommodates 700 persons. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN WOODSTOCK'S PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND WHAT THEY ARE TODAY By WAYNE J. COLAHAN [photo] Superintendent of Schools To the reader of these pages who lives in Woodstock there will probably be little that looks strange or new in our schools, as the changes have come about very gradually. The Boards of Education have kept up with the modern movements, but have not made radical changes. What one finds in the schools here has been the result of a gradual evolution; to many people the schools seem the same as they were "way back when." Beginning with the smaller folks the first thing we notice is the Kindergarten. This was started in 1928 and 1930 was enlarged to include the four year olds. Our Kindergartens are functioning very nicely, and their good effects have made themselves felt throughout the whole system. This work with the little folk has sold itself to the community, and has made itself a permanent fixture. Typewriting Taught As the result of two years' experimentation, the teaching of touch typewriting is given to all children from the first grade to the fifth. In the next three grades it is elective, as it is also in the high school. The Woodstock experiments in elementary school typewriting are famous throughout the country, and Woodstock is the leader in this movement which is rapidly spreading throughout the nation. Junior High School The location of the buildings made rather easy to organize a Junior High school in the Central school building, and this was done. The best features of the Junior High school organization were incorporated. These include having a specialized teacher for each subject, rather than a room teacher teaching all subjects; use of a rich and varied program of activities outside of class, such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Drama club, Stamp club, Athletic teams, Band, Orchestra, Reading clubs, etc. The Junior High school is organised so as to make the transition from the elementary class room to the high school a gradual change, rather than a big step into a strange situation. As the Junior High school was able to add year by year to its objectives, and more nearly realize its possibilities, the sixth grade was added to the seventh and eighth that were already there. We now have a modern, well-equipped, functioning Junior High school of sixth, seventh and eighth grade pupils. Field Property Bought As the playground at the Clay Street school was inadequate and overcrowded, the Field property adjacent was purchased. This ground was cleared and the surface gravelled so that now the pupils have plenty of room. One passing the Clay Street school at recess time cannot help but thrill to the sight of so many children having so good a time. All are on the school property, and safe guarded by the best of school fences not only from the street, but from all neighboring property. This fencing was started a few years ago as the initial step in fencing all school playgrounds. Central school was fenced first, because it was bounded on two sides by U. S. Highway 14 with its constant heavy traffic. Then at the Dean Street school the playground was fenced from the neighbors. Then Clay Street school was fenced completely, the Board erecting a section each year. The completion of the fencing at Dean Street school will continue this summer. The buildings are kept in excellent repair, and modern improvements have been installed and are being installed each year. For example, in all schools where possible automatic stokers have been installed. The physical plants are under constant surveillance by the Boards, which are anxious to keep the children of Woodstock as carefully and comfortably housed as possible. Community High School The Community High school went into its new building in 1922. Probably the most noticeable changes are to be found here. As the attendance age has been increased and industry refuses to employ children, there has been a tremendous growth in High school population in Woodstock, as in the entire country. These new students are for the most part not going to college, so accordingly the High school has changed from a pure]y college preparatory institution to one which attempts to serve the children of the community. We found in Woodstock that less than 10 percent of the High school students attended college, so efforts were made to give instruction to the other 90 percent which would be closer to their needs in their later life. The group going to college are still well taken care of, as the Woodstock Community High school is accredited to the state university, and by the North Central association of Colleges and Secondary schools. It is one of the few schools in the state that is accredited to Dartmouth college, and there are Woodstock students in a large number of American colleges stretching from Columbia university in New York City to University of California; and from the University of Minnesota to the University of Texas. The non-college training students are being given as complete a program as possible, seeking to train them for their future life. Accordingly there is a complete course in Agriculture and the school is cooperating with the Woodstock factories in training the large group who enter the factories upon leaving the high school. A complete training in Bookkeeping, Stenography and Typewriting is also offered, and the offices in Woodstock are ful1 of employees who were trained at the high school. Vocational Auto-Mechanics and Building Trades are also offered and the boys from these courses have proved valuable additions to the artisans of Woodstock. Night School Courses Night School offers courses which are requested by the factories, and by groups of adults. Our Night School has one of the largest enrollments in the country for cities the size of ours. This movement is comparatively new and we look for a considerable development in the next few years. In conclusion may we state that the music in the Woodstock schools is based on the idea of participation by every pupil both in vocal and instrumental. Chorus and choirs, octettes, quartets, etc., are open to every child whether he has a good voice or not. Three orchestras, three bands, string quartet, brass quartet, Hungry Four and many other organizations take care of the child who is interested in instrumental music. And the Senior Band of 86 pieces is the pride of the community, we will not admit there is a better High school band in the country. We would be happy to have you visit any of the Woodstock schools at your convenience. Chicago Takes Notice of Local Typing System The following article, written by Superintendent of Schools, Wayne J. Colahan, appears in the February, 1937, issue of the Chicago Principals' Club Reporter, edited by George B. Masslich, and gives the latest developments in grade school typewriting, which in the Woodstock schools has become a regular part of the curriculum. Mr. Colahan's Article Follows At a meeting of the George Howland Club, Chicago, in the spring of 1936, a talk was delivered by the writer on the experiment being conducted in the public schools of Woodstock, Illinois, teaching touch typewriting to elementary pupils. The school people present seemed to be interested and a request was made for information bringing the report on the experiment up to date. As a result of the preliminary experiments, the Board of Education voted to put touch typewriting in the curriculum of all students from grades one through five. In the school year 1935-1936, the teacher who had conducted the experiment was employed and thirty-six typewriters were placed in the elementary school. These machines are standard machines with blank keyboards and primer type. Each child has one period each day for typewriting. As before, the achievement in touch typewriting was not the main objective, but a by-product. We hoped to secure the benefits of the accelerated achievement in the content subjects which we had learned to expect from typewriting. In short, we felt that the typewriter was a new tool of expression, a new tool of learning, a different psychological approach which had in the previous experiments materially aided the children in their grasp of their other work. We continued to experiment with material for the typewriting assignments and have developed a syllabus which is satisfactory, although under-going constant revision. We have had considerable enjoyment in reading certain articles which have appeared saying that touch typewriting cannot be taught in the lower grades, because we have done it and are doing it with hundreds of pupils. Possibly some of you saw the little eight-year-old second grade student who demonstrated at St. Louis during the Department of Superintendents meeting. Strangely enough our work was watched very closely by a number of rural teachers and during the school year 1935-36, there were eighteen one-room rural schools in McHenry county, Illinois, teaching touch type-writing to all their scholars and using our materials. At present there are 150 rural and elementary teachers who are attending classes held on Saturday here in Woodstock where we are telling them what we know about elementary typewriting. In the present school year 1936-1937, there are over one hundred one-room rural schools in our county and adjacent counties who are teaching elementary typewriting. Junior High Types In the school year 1936-1937, as a result of the demand from the community, the touch typewriting was continued in the Junior High school. Our Junior High school in Woodstock consists of the sixth, seventh, and eighth grades, housed separately and equipped with the accepted features of the Junior High school organization. The typewriting course in the Junior High school was made elective instead of compulsory as in the elementary schools, and it is interesting to note that 238 pupils out of 251 enrolled elected to take typewriting. As we are using the elementary typewriting as a tool of learning, we are continually trying to co-ordinate it with the other work, and have made some definite tie-ups with reading, language, spelling, social science, etc., and are continually experimenting with means to further this, our main objective. For example; we are at present using the typewriter for remedial work in phonics with the third, fourth, and fifth grades. It seemed at the outset rather far-fetched to attempt to teach remedial phonics on the typewriter, but it has met with considerable success. I am not claiming that we are making good spellers and will forever cure the pupils' difficulties in phonics, but we do feel that we are making more progress with the group that was given the remedial phonics on the typewriter than the comparative group, which was given the traditional approach. Successful Results While not emphasizing the typewriting achievement, we are watching and measuring, and are pleased to note that the children are learning touch typewriting much more rapidly and accurately than we had hoped. People have known for centuries that young children could be taught to play the piano and the two skills are to a large extent identical. With a subject as new as elementary typewriting and in consideration of the small experience we have to back us, we are quick to admit that what we know about elementary typewriting is small compared to what we do not know about it. But we are certain that it has earned its place in the curriculum in the elementary schools of Woodstock and that it has become a permanent feature and we are willing to continue to teach touch typewriting on standard machines with blank keyboards to all of our elementary students. WAYNE J. COLAHAN, Superintendent of Schools Woodstock, Ill. TODD SCHOOL FOR BOYS FOUNDED IN 1848 BY REV. R. K. TODD This popular and progressive institution of learning had its origin in the brain of Rev. Richard Kimball Todd, a pioneer minister of the gospel, who was the first pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Woodstock and remained in that position for about a quarter of a century, It was first established as a boarding school for boys and has since maintained that policy. For 43 years Dr. Todd remained at the head of the school, which was designated as "a seminary for boys," but advancing years and waning strength impelled him to cease management and the school was turned over to his principal, Prof. Noble Hill, who after many years of success, turned the institution over to his son, Roger Hill, who was born, and reared on the grounds of the institution, and who has since accomplished many improvements on the plant, so that it is recognized as an ideal place for the education of youth. Noble Hill, who managed Todd's for more than a quarter of a century, was a native of Nova Scotia, but came early to the states. His early life was spent in Boston, where he began his education and completed it with a thorough collegiate course. His connection with the school began in 1888, when he became associate principal, and he continued in that capacity until January, 1892, when he became the sole owner through purchase from Dr. Todd. Under the present regime, Todd School for Boys has become an ideal for the care and education of good boys. Some writer said: 'No bad ones need apply, for the institution is not in any sense a reform school." Many of its pupils have been those who, through the death of one or both parents, were deprived of proper home influences and those who, because of natural timidity or backwardness, were unable to keep up with their classes in the public schools. In Todd's the latter class progress more rapidly under the special care of instructors and are surrounded with home comforts and kindness, but thoroughly disciplined In all matters pertaining to neatness, promptness, and general behavior. The school draws a wide range of pupils coming from as far west as California and as far east as New York. The regularity insisted upon and the healthfulness of the community in which the school is located have made possible the somewhat remarkable record that during the almost 90 years of its existence there has not been a death or even a case of serious illness among its pupils. The school grounds, situated on McHenry avenue, just east of Seminary avenue, are sufficiently retired from the business center to avoid interruptions to study, and whether at work or at play pupils are constantly under the watchful care of instructors. Ample home quarters are provided for all in attendance, who are provided with baths, a gymnasium and all of the things that are essential in the proper rearing of youth to useful and skillful manhood, and graduates of the Todd school can be found filling positions of responsibility and trust all over the country. Prof. Noble Hill, released voluntarily from the active management of the school, spends his winters in California and his summers at Tosebo camp in Michigan, the name having been arranged from the first letters of the words, Todd Seminary for Boys. Watched Boys in Church It may be that yesterday's boys were more mischievous than our youngsters today, or it rnay be that their elders were more apprehensive, but at any rate they were watched closer in church. For example, a resolution passed in February, 1844, by elders of the First Congregational church, at Tallmadge, Ohio, provided that a "committee of three be appointed to sit in the gallery and keep order among the boys. MILLER THEATRE "DREAM OF YEARS REALIZED" JOHN 0. MILLER THE MILLER THEATR The following paragraphs are taken from the special program issued on the Grand Opening Day of the Miller Theatre, Tuesday, November 8, 1927. They were written by Mr. Miller and express his sincere thoughts and hopes. John C. Miller was one of Woodstock's most outstanding citizens and this beautiful theatre stands as a constant reminder of his many benefactions and civic enterprise. WITH the completion and opening to the public of Miller Theatre a dream of years has seen its fulfillment. Little might we have hoped in those first years of our activity in the show business, in those early days of slap-stick comedies, when only an ordinary store building served as a show-house, that in the years to come Woodstock should see the erection of a temple of such beauty of design, artistry of appointment and wealth of modern construction detail as is included in this new building. Nor could we but dream to have our share and part in such an accomplishment. As the years have passed, "the silent drama" has developed into an art with higher and more pronounced ideals of public service, gaining ever increasing public support and popularity. Out of those fleeting years gradually a vision was evolved in our mind. Following constantly was a growing hope and ambition of eventual fulfillment. Now, the dream of the past is the realization of the present. The Miller Theatre is that dream's fulfillment. It is an expression of our desire to provide for this community a palace, beautiful in its appointments, artistic in its details, luxurious and restful in its atmosphere and dedicated withal to provide entertainment that is expressive of the finest attributes and aspirations of art and music. AND NOW--- In this, the Tenth Anniversary Year of the Miller Theatre, we are striving to perpetuate the ideas and lofty ideals of John C. Miller by bringing you the greatest stars in the finest pictures. We endeavor to maintain every comfort and convenience for our patrons. Like Mr. Miller we appreciate your patronage - We thank you and promise our efforts will be to merit your continued support. WOODSTOCK POST OFFICE EMPLOYEES IN 1912 From left to right: Carriers John Fosdick, John Paulsen, W. S. Battern, W. N. McNett, E, C. Brooks, G. C. Barden, C. B. Shearer, E. E. Stevens, W. S. Blanchard, A. H. Herdklotz, E. H. Friend, John W. McConnell (Special Delivery), Anna Martin (substituting for Ed. L. Martin); Clerks Frank Foote, Alois Dreyer, Bert J. Deitz, Assistant; W. S. McConnell, Postmaster; Clerk Lucy H. Renich remained, on duty inside while picture was taken. PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK ILLINOIS EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Congratulations! Woodstock Sentinel. This Store is Proud to Wish You the Very Best on Your Eightieth Anniversary. Lincoln and Douglas were bitter political opponents in 1857 when the Woodstock "Sentinel" was founded. Today, 80 years later, this newspaper is, more than ever, one of the outstanding publications in the Middle West. It has been ever fearless in its fight for the best interests of the community, state and nation. That is why Conway's are proud to wish the Sentinel 80 years more of vigorous life. Conway's, too, are celebrating—as the Style Headquarters for Woodstock men. We are especially proud of our alliance with Hart Schaffner & Marx, America's favorite quality clothes. For 50 years millions of American men have looked to this maker for smart styles, dependable quality, unconditionally guaranteed satisfaction. And so we say, with deep sincerity, to both the "Sentinel" and Hart Schaffner & Marx, "More power to you." CONWAYS IN THE MILLER THEATRE BLDG. INSURANCE Consult Your Agent as you would Your Doctor or Your Lawyer. WOULD YOU enter into an agreement which might mean thousands to you without consulting your Lawyer? Would you place your confidence in an uncertain enterprise, the failure of which might cause you great loss? YOU WOULD NOT— Accordingly, the safe thing to do is to engage competent counsel in your insurance affairs. This agency is competent and qualified and has only strong stock company connections which enable us to serve you adequately and efficiently. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition. PIONEER DAYS IN M'HENRY COUNTY Woodstock High School Girl Composes Interesting Story of Early Days of County HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WRITES COUNTY HISTORY AS HER CREDIT THEME The following very interesting story of the early days in McHenry county was written last year as a school essay by Miss Mary Katherine Edinger, daughter of County Treasurer and Mrs. Lester Edinger. Miss Edinger spent many hours in research work, reading old histories and searching through hundreds of pages of material, and the following story is the result of her labors which the Daily Sentinel has been fortunate in obtaining permission to print in this edition. It was only after much urging that Miss Edinger consented to let her story be printed. The tribes of Indians in this territory, just before the entrance of the white man, were mainly the Chippewa, the Winnebago, the Pottawatomi, the Sacs, and the Fox. They made many treaties with the government, but usually these were disregarded by them. Blackhawk, leader of the Sacs, returned after he had promised to remain upon the west side of the Mississippi. This led to the Blackhawk war, when the famed chiefton and his son were captured and kept prisoners in Washington until 1883. Blackhawk's bones were in the Iowa Museum when it burned. By the treaty made at the close of the war, the whites were to stay out of the country until 1836, but this decree was not strictly obeyed. Discoveries of lead near Dearborn and tales of the fertility of the soil attracted many. The first settlement in this county was at Algonquin in 1834 by a Mr. Gillilan. Speculators purchased most of the land in the beginning. Much was acquired by claims, and, naturally, there were arguments. There have been many important incidents as a result of "claim trouble." To prevent claim jumping a "court of claims" was organized. The country was divided into districts. Every claim recorded was evidence of title. This lasted until 1842. In the beginning, McHenry county was composed of McHenry and Lake counties. It was named after an officer in the Blackhawk war who defeated Blackhawk at Bad Ax, William McHenry. The county seat was McHenry, chosen by the same commissioners who divided the county into precincts. The original county was tri-sected in 1837. McHenry county consisted of Range five, six, seven, eight, and nine. It contained 612 square miles. The soil was peaty soil and blue clay; and "blue grass" was abundant. New County Seat In 1842, an act was passed for selecting a new county seat as the old one was on the edge. Several far-seeing settlers estimated the center of the county, which proved to be a wilderness, and began settling there. At that time in spite of their crude instruments, they were able to place the "park" in the exact middle of the county. Although there was competition, Centerville became the capital in 1843. It is said that there was much argument, and much trouble was raised upon the moving of the courthouse in 1844. Even after it reached Woodstock, all was not well. Alvin Judd was supposedly the owner of the land on which the county seat would be. To everyone's surprise, a certain E. Smith brought the matter up in court, contending that he had already bought the forty acres from the government. He stated that he was but waiting for Judd to put in his preemption claim in order to contest it. The chief difficulty lay in the fact that Judd had not resided on the land the preceding fall. This difficulty was settled by a special act of congress. There was then a jail in the Centerville courthouse, although in the original county seat, the jail watchman had no place to guard. The first court house, built in the center of the park at a cost of about $1200, was a frame building and consisted of a courtroom or assembly hall, a jail and place for the sheriff to live, but strange to say there was almost no room provided for the offices of the circuit and county clerks and treasurer. Rathole Building To provide for this need a separate building of three foot brick walls was erected by Henry M. Wait and other investors to be leased to the county for offices. This building became sarcastically known as the "Rathole," and the dutiful occupants, the elected officers of the county, as "rats." These nicknames came about 1846, when there was much criticism over county affairs. The original "Rathole" building was but one story in height, but Waite and Company contracted to put on a second story at a cost of $600, and as a finishing touch a tin roof was added to completely insure the building against fire. Unfortunately, a wind came along and whisked it off. The terrified officers ran out and a Mr. Petrie, a Whig, called—"See the rats crawling out of their holes—" The name stuck. This "rat hole" was later converted into a saloon. In 1855, a bill was put up for the removal of the county seat to the Algonquin township. The ruling body passed it, but the people voted against this proposal, two to one, and so nothing ever came of the affair. Later the name was changed to Woodstock at the suggestion of the first circuit clerk, Mr. Johnson, who had come from Woodstock, Vermont. In 1837, $370.86 was collected in taxes. There was evidently a doubt as to the honesty of the tavern keepers, as uniform prices were established. Beds were 12 1/2 cents per night and horses could chew from dusk to dawn on new-mown hay for twenty-five cents. First Murder Trial The new county was none too orderly. Drinking and street brawls were common. One of the first trials was that of Driscolls for the murder of Campbell of Lee county in 1843. Campbell was the head of the "Regulators" organized to rid the county of horse thieves. The gang hunted chose Davis and Taylor Driscoll to kill Campbell and they performed the black deed in broad daylight. Unfortunately, for them, Lee Campbell's son saw them and was able to identify them at the trial. By some queer twist, the brothers were freed. Justice was rationed out a short time later, however, when they and the others of the gang, being captured, were all either shot or killed by hanging. For some reason thirty families emigrated suddenly just after this. The very first murder was when Breidenbeicher made an "American tragedy" by killing his fiancee so that he might be free to marry a German girl. Judged insane, he was sent to an asylum. It is believed, however, that he escaped by taking a dead man's place, a second "Count-de-Cristo." Cook county had a claim against McHenry county at this time, and McHenry held one against Lake. To prevent further argument, an investigation was conducted. It was discovered that both debts were $750. Lake paid the sum directly to Cook. McHenry county was Democratic until 1856, at the beginning of the trouble between the North and South, when it became Republican. Dr. R. Murphy, Democratic, won the first election over Giles Spring, Whig. It is interesting to note that Fremont held a three to one majority over Buchanan in 1856. The Civil war called forth 2,533 from McHenry county. (A draft was never needed.) The Pinnow family of Seneca township gave their all. The father, mother, four sons, one daughter, and a son-in-law went forth, and all returned safe. The 15th regiment joined Fremont's army, fought at Fort Donelson and Fort Henry; were with Grant at the Siege of Vicksburg; and were with Sherman on his famous march to the sea. McHenry county is essentially a dairying and grazing county. It is among the best in the state. It also excells in corn and oats. The cheese and butter industry has flourished. There are but few towns of mentionable size, but they are easily located by following the railroads. All of the largest are built near one. There are seventeen townships in the county in all. Alden Township ALDEN, Township 46, Range 6, was first settled in 1836 by Disbrow from New York and Booty from Canada. It is prairie land in the northern part. It was first called Wedgewood (the town, I believe), but as it was discovered that there was already another one in the state it was renamed after Alden, New York. Disbrows seem to have been very prominent. Theirs was the first wedding and the first birth. The first death was that of a stranger's child in the Disbrow home. The strangers were on their way further west. A Nelson taught the first school In 1841. The building (later a church) was twelve by fourteen feet. In 1885 there were 9 schoolhouses, and 313 pupils. The teachers received $1,430.90 annually. For some time, the Methodists were the only religious sect. There were as many members as there were school pupils in 1841, nine. It was a promising group. The church was built by the men themselves in order to save money. As happened to so many fine buildings around there, however, a thunderstorm blew it down. To add to their troubles, the class leader became a Millerite and sallied forth to proclaim that doctrine to the world. Sadly enough he also took the records of the church. The Methodist Episcopal church reorganized in 1861 and built a church at the cost of two thousand dollars. Again a wind blew down the frame. The Presbyterians attempted to get together, but were always few and died out in 1874. In 1837, Disbrow rescued seven unknown sheep from wolves. It was the advent of mutton in Alden. Later, a Bigfoot man came to claim them. The matter was closed when he sold them to Disbrow. The result was that wool and mutton become important products. The first postoffice was at the residence of Francis Wedgewood in 1843, who laid out the village of Alden. There were four creameries and cheese factories in the township at one time and orchards of apple trees, Algonquin Township ALGONQUIN, Township 43. Range 8. had the first settlement in the county, that by James Gillilian. It has a more broken surface than most of the others, with its bluffs and hills, particularly the town Algonquin's surroundings. It consists of prairie and timber land. Crystal lake is partly within its bounderies. The name was suggested by a Mr. Edwards, formerly of Philadelphia, who had once been a sailor on a boat of that title. The first school was held in Crystal Lake and was taught by Miss Beardsley who was the first one in the township to be married. The first death was also in her family, Dela, age fifteen. The Baptist church was the first church (1842) in the township. In 1885 there were five churches in Crystal Lake. As was the case in almost all of the townships there was a grist and saw mill, also a brick mill. The saw mill was forced to quit business because of lack of timber. While a ditch was being dug to carry water to the cheese factory, several human skeletons were found. Most had been trampled by cattle, but in all, there were seven perfect skulls and three perfect skeletons. This discovery naturally caused a great deal of excitement. The final explanation was as follows: It was said that while the way for the Chicago and Northwestern railroad was being graded, several husky men had a disagreement with John Moore of Dundee, who was in charge. The argument became more serious. Finally, one night, one hundred of them gathered together to kill him. Moore, however, had previously taken the precaution to construct a dummy which, placed by the lamp before the window with a newspaper, was realistic enough to attract a steady stream of bullets. Meanwhile, Moore and his friends had been able to get in back of the mob, and they attacked suddenly. Several men never called for their pay again. The bodies were probably hidden, so many believe, to prevent an investigation. Neither side would have cared to have the tale publicized. Crystal Lake is the oldest village. It was laid out in 1840 by Crandall and Walkup. The town, obviously was named after the lake, which, in turn, was named by a Mr. Beardsley, who casually remarked that the water was as clear as "crystal." Crystal Lake, in the olden days, was infested with horse thieves and counterfeiters. The famous detective Pinkerton, first became well known when he traced the latter to Bogus Island. At one time a Nunda college was situated in Crystal Lake. This college was unable to continue. There were three churches in 1886. Two of them had their houses of worship burned. The other important town in this township is Algonquin, built where there was once an Indian trail, in the deep valley at the junction of the Crystal Lake outlet with Fox river. Many Indian relics have been found in this vicinity. At present, there is a light tale which has been told concerning the name of the village. Algonquin is said to mean "All gone, Quin," referring to an Indian who asked for some whiskey. Nevertheless, it was originally named "Cornish Ferry," after an early settler. Later the name was changed to Osceola, but when it became known that there was already a town of that name in the state a wealthy citizen, (Mr. Edwards), titled it Algonquin. This same accident also happened to other towns in the county. William Powell was the original owner of the site of this town. The river has greatly aided the town by attracting summer vacationists. In 1885, there were two shops, three blacksmiths, and a milk can factory, also an Algonquin Mutual Fire Insurance Company. Cary and Fox River Grove are villages of more recent date. Burton Township BURTON, Township 46, Range 9, The first settlement was on English Prairie, by an Englishman, Imesou. The rest were almost entirely English. Often they would merely stake claims and then go west for better land. Sometimes they would fail, and so return. At times they would find their claims had been ignored and that strangers had taken over their land. This was what had happened when the English found a Yankee John Sanborn, stubbornly squatted on their land. He refused absolutely to leave. A dozen ordered him to leave, one day as he was in the field mowing. Angered, he turned upon them with his scythe. Unfortunately, he lost his hat in the fray and had to go bareheaded for several months— but he stayed. Burton Township is the smallest township in the county, and Spring Grove village is one of the smallest towns also. The "little red school house" began in 1846, taught by a Miss Case. It was started by a subscription. In 1885 there were two and one-half schools, the half being on the line between Burton and Richmond townships. Benton was the name first given the township. Nippersink was suggested later as there was already a Benton. WOODSTOCK AS SEEN FROM THE AIR The above is a very interesting picture of the down town or business section of Woodstock as photographed from the air by army fliers last summer. The Daily Sentinel is indebted to Mrs. Duncan C. Macintyre, 207 West Jackson St., for this interesting contribution. The photo was taken by her son, Robert D. Macintyre. Credit should go to the 108th Photo Section, 33rd Div., Aviation Dept. Ill. Nat'l Guard. The picture is printed facing north to the top. Note the railroad tracks which cut through the right hand upper corner. Woodstock has always been famous for its beautiful trees and this picture shows what an abundance of tree, foliage we have, as it almost obscures the streets and houses. In studying the picture our readers will readily locate the park and from there they can locate the roofs of many buildings, including the court house, city hall, post office and Central school. PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WRITES COUNTY HISTORY (Continued from page one) Illinois. Instead, the present name was continued. Spring Grove was surveyed and lain out by Barum. It once contained a grist-mill and cheese factory, one school and two churches. Chemung Township CHEMUNG, Township 45, Range 5, had no name until it was well settled. It was named by Seward after Chemung county, New York. The first settlement was in 1836. It contained more low land than any other town, but this had been turned into excellent pasturage. Lawrence village was the first election place in the township. It was in the days of "Jacksonian Democracy" then, but five loyal Whigs met anyway in spite of opposition. They finally carried the county. The cyclone of 1883 tore through this region, destroying life and property. A cow, placidly chewing in a barn wften it struck, was dug out of rubbish later unharmed. A hen—a solitary hen, escaped from one large flock, but it was plucked of all its feathers. Lawrence was named after a prominent merchant, Lawrence Bixby. There were, in 1885, three stores. The railroad company had intentions of putting their shops in Lawrence, but the exclusive land owners raised their prices so high that the company would not buy. As a result, Harvard was then chosen. Business immediately almost ceased, buildings were torn down and moved to Harvard, even the hotel. The postoffice was the only thing remaining. A building was constructed for a college. The college soon fell, and the Presbyterians bought the building as a place of worship. The Presbyterians were hit by the sudden departure of half of the town, and were forced to go to Harvard to church soon after the railroad center was built up. Harvard is sixty-three miles northwest of Chicagp. It was most important as a railroad center in those days. The Madison, Rockford and Kenosha railroads intersect there. Harvard is said to be very healthy. It was purchased, (the land on Which the city stands) originally from the government, but later sold to the "railroad men who laid out the city In 1856. Ayer, one of the men interested, named the place after Harvard, Massachusetts. The part of the city called "Blackman's Addition" was sold to Blackman by W. Diggins in 1859. "Hart's addition was, as one might suppose, first Hart's farm. The inhabitants believed for a long time that it would become larger than the county seat. It did seem probable. There was a steam flouring mill, two malt houses, and a brewery. The Church Hay Carrier Manufacturers did a flourishing business in an early day. The hay carrier was invented by a Mr. Church when he was a young boy. Some competition was provided by a "New Star" one way carrier, the manufacturers of which employed four traveling salesmen and was patented in both the United States and Canada. Pickles provided another industry. The largest industry was, naturally the railroad business. At first, the engine house had only two stalls. It was sold to a blacksmith and a roundhouse built to take its place. There was room for twenty-five engines. In 1885, $2,200 per month was spent by the repair shop in wages. All trains going to Baraboo, Milwaukee or Minnesota had to be made up there. Often thirty trains would be congregated there at the same time. There were two hotels established in 1885, the Walker House and Ayer'r Hotel, both having among the best reputations in the Northwest. The banks of Harvard grew until the Panic of 1873, which seriously damaged them. On the religious side—the Methodist's membership increased from five members in 1857 to over a hundred in 1885. The Catholic church was the largest group in Harvard. Presbyterians united with Congregatipnalists in 1868 and separated again in 1880. Episcopal church formed in 1870, used Congregational church until the Congregationalists and the Presbyterians split. Chemung village was founded in 1844, one of the oldest in the county. There were four hundred people in it when the railroad came to Harvard. Like Lawrence, half of the population left immediately. Although the railroad did come to Chemung two years later, it was too late to do any good. Coral Township CORAL, Township 43, Range 6, was first settled in 1835 by a man, Hamilton, from Ohio, who was also the first to die. He was crushed by a falling log as he and a group of others were aiding a neighbor in raising his house. The first settlers arrived a winter before it was legal to do so. They came while the Indians were "wintering in the South," and, coming upon an encampment of theirs near Pleasant Grove, "borrowed" many of their utensils. When the Indians returned to find themselves robbed, they silently arrived at the village and bit by bit collecfed their possessions. It is said that all the English they knew was how to swear! Pleasant Grove was the first settlement. (It is now Marengo). In 1844, the settlers decided upon a wolf hunt as the animals were a bit too plentiful. Accordingly the circle was formed. After the well planned trap had been sprung, there were found inside sixty deer, one fox, and one wolf. The great wolf hunt was never repeated. Caroline Cobb, reputedly the first teacher in the county, had no school-house. The first one in Coral township was taught by a William Jackson in 1839. At that time, greenbacks were not yet in use, and so instead of paying him with money his employers split one thousand rails per month. Rails, at that time, were quite valuable. He taught four months of the year. The next teacher was a Mr. Bartholomew. At the end o£ his term the playful scholars tore the schbolhouse down. In 1885, there were eleven school-houses standing and four hundred and nine persons of school age in the township. The first postoffice was at the home of William Jackson in Coral. It was also the first one between Chicago and Galena. In 1885, a Mr. Abraham was the postmaster. All the mail for the different post-offices was in one sack. Every post office had to take it all out and sort it out. Later, one sack was carried for each post office. It came by horseback once a week and the sorting and all delayed the carrier by about eight minutes. Union was named by William Jackson, who had already named the postoffice. He was quite important as he, as owner of the land, had laid out the village there when the railroad first came through. The station agent occupied the first house. Coral village was one of the oldest settlements, but it never prospered. Its first store burned down and was never rebuilt. Today, there is no town. Harmony also made no progress, although in 1885 it possessed a cheese factory and a schoolhouse. Dorr Township Township 14, range 7, is the second most populous township in the county. It is centrally located but not so level. There is no Prairie land, but there is timber in the eastern part. The soil has some blue clay and there is much "blue grass." There are seven miles of railroad passing through Woodstock and Ridgefield. If was named after Governor Dorr of Rhode Island, who opposed the English laws making the eldest son the only heir. Uriah Cottle came from Virginia in 1834. After making his claims, he returned home to get several friends. They settled in the Virginia Settlement near Ridgefield. All the houses were up in five days, although many were without floors for an entire Winter. Later the "Virginia Settlement" became Ridgefield as the railroad requested Mr. Hartman, who owned the land then in 1855, to change it. Hartman was the first one to take his corn to a mill. He did this, carrying three sacks to Ottawa, seventy miles away. At first he had started for Dupage mill, forty miles away, but he was half way there when he found that the water was too low! This corn belonged to McClure. His own brought worse luck. One winter he was forced to buy ten bushels of corn at one dollar per bushel as his supply was low. He didn't need it, however, until the following March. Arriving at Dupage mill, he found it frozen. He stored his meal there then. Later in the spring he returned to find the stuff spoiled. In the beginning, the Methodists and Presbyterians were with the Congregationalists. They separated later. In 1850 the Methodist's built a church, but a'tornado demolished it. The Presbyterians were the largest in numbers. The first postoffice was at Walkup's, one mile from Ridgefield. Woodstock is slightly elevated, the standpipe is on the highest point in Illinois. The city has a rather New English appearance, due to the two acre park. This park, however, was one of the requirements it had to meet in order to become the county seat. In the beginnig, Woodstock held no favorable position, except that as center of the county: it was merely on the side of a long slope. There were no rivers or lakes near, and nothing to attract. Its place as the center was the sole cause for its start. Alvin Judd settled here in 1844. He was very influencial and owned the American house. Some of the other settlers were Johnson and Dean, after whom streets have also been named. Slow Growing Town Centerville, as it was called then, did not grow by leaps and bounds. Its progress was gradual, but steadily increasing always. In 1885 it was 2,000; now it is 6,000. One factor which aided it was the coming through of the railroad in 1855. It seems that all of the towns in McHenry county of any size were those near a railroad. The square was graded in 1858 and the elms were planted. It wasn't until 1872 that the $600 spring house was built. Woodstock had a number of important businesses in an early day. Norman Frame's pickle factory was the largest in the county and even had orders from London. Barrow's Planing mill was a hotel brought from Brookdale by Waite for a flax mill. Having failed at that, it became a planing mill. The well of the tannery (Continued on page three) TWO VIEWS OF THE OLD FAIR GROUNDS [photos] The above pictures are views of the old fair grounds at Woodstock, where for more than fifty years there were annual meets of the McHenry County Agricultural Society. These pictures were taken about twenty years ago when George A. Hunt was secretary of the Fair and the association was still prospering. The upper picture was taken during a parade o£ fancy cattle on the race tracks. It also gives a final view of what was formerly known as Agricultural Hall. The upper part of the lower picture shows a line of cattle in front of the grandstand. The lower picture shows some of the tents and booths on the grounds. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WRITES COUNTY HISTORY (Continued From Page two) was being dug when a tamarack tree was uncovered with a sixteen-foot long trunk. There was also a brewing and bottling works. The first fire was in 1851 when the "Argus" newspaper office on the south side of the square burned. In 1861 Clapp's Tin Shop (east side of square) caught fire, but was easily put out. The very next night, about 11:30, the livery stable loft of Joslyn's (Main street) burst into flames. This and a saloon burned to the ground. Only the horses were rescued. These last two fires were laid to a man, Cosgrove, who, when arrested, tried to hang himself, but was revived. On October eighth, 1871, the day the Chicago fire broke out, a fire here caused a loss of $20,000 in property and several stores were burned. It originated in a haystack, for some reason, in the rear of a saloon. People on the way home from church discovered it. In 1872, the most disastrous of all fires took place on the east side of the square. Every building, sixteen places of business, one home, and three barns, from Dacy's warehouse to the "Rathole" were burned. First Court House Burns The courthouse before the "Rathole" had also gone down in flames in 1858. It had been purchased by the bank, which allowed it to remain, the eyesore that it was. The citizens were in favor of having it torn down, but they did nothing. Once before someone tried to burn it, an attempt which had failed. But at this time somebody had hired one of the best fire starters in Chicago to finish it. One night the watchman, was invited away for a few drinks by a "friend." He returned to find the building flaming. Hurriedly, he caught up a pail of water and threw it on the place. The "water" so conveniently placed was really a very inflammable substance, camphene. The result of these fires was new buildings and a better appearance of the down town district. In the year 1936, Stone's Corner Tavern building on the north side of the square was burned almost entirely. Fortunately, the firemen were able to keep it from spreading. It took place on a cold winter night and the next morning the embers were ice laden. The spring house established in 1872 was held to supply water full of valuable health-giving qualities. It is reported that people came just to drink this water. When analyzed this is what was found: chloride off sodium; sulphate of potassia; sulphate of soda; bicarbonate of soda, lime magnesia and iron; phosphate of iron, alumnina; silica; and sulphurated hydrogen. In addition, it was mildly alkaline. First Brick School The first schoolhouse was soon too small and became a blacksmith's shop. (Previously, the courthouse had been used, rented at two dollars per month by Richardson, former teacher of mathematics in Norwich University, Vermont.) It had been used since 1847 for nineteen years. A new one was built in 1857, at a cost of $40,000. This building, in 1885, had three stories, ten rooms, and an assembly room on the third floor, greatly similar to Central Junior High. The superintendent received three dollars for every school day. Woodstock has had several private schools. "Kinderwald" was a "family boarding school for girls," instituted in 1885 Reverend and Mrs. Hay. A special inducement was the offer of free tuition to one pupil every year when was preparing to become a missionary. Rev. R. K. Todd was the most important figure during the private school growth. ("Todd" means fox or cunning). He first opened a school in New York, then went to Princeton, after which he came out here. At first he was a minister (first pastor of the Woodstock Presbyterian church), and as a sidelight, a superintendent of the public schools. (It was he who organized the Teacher's Institute). A throat ailment forced him to give up his preaching and he turned to the school proposition entirely. After helping to organize the Marengo Collegiate Institute, he opened the "Woodstock University of Rev. R. K. Todd" in 1861 with one hundred and fifty students. One book states he had started the "Todd School Boys" in 1848; but another presents the claim that this was the first he opened. It had been in operation only twelve weeks, when the fire burned his buildings, causing a seven thousand dollar loss. The blame was laid on Cosgrove, whom Todd was said to have refused a "certificate." He was imprisoned, for six years. The school continued in the basement of the yet incompleted Presbyterian church until 1867. There is some doubt as to the relationship between this co-educational college and the private school for boys now in existance. In spite of this other, it is fairly positive that the latter began in 1848 as a "classical home for boys," also intended for orphans (of means) and backward children. Noble Hill joined Todd in 1888 as the associate principal. Police Force Organized The police force was organized in 1854 (as Woodstock was so disorderly), consisting of one chief and six assistants. The Northwestern Musical Conservatory was begun in 1873 by Mrs. Sherwood and a Signor Meli. The inhabitants of this city were very much concerned over the bitter winter of the early days, but the storm in March, 1880, seems to have outdone itself. On March 3 the railroads were first blocked between here and Chicago. The way remained blocked for a week before trains could get through. On March 14, Woodstock was cut off from all outside communications, except by telegraph. This severe weather continued through the month. The Centennial Fourth in 1876 was attended by six thousand people. There was a large parade, consisting of historical events. On one float were 38 girls, representing the states of the Union. At twelve, the oratory had just commenced when the "Indians" in the parade began throwing the chests of tea into the sea. In the evening, a drama, the "Hidden Hand" was given. Dunham Township DUNHAM, Township 45, Range 5, is fairly level. Diggins came in 1836 as the first settler. His daughter, Josephine, was the first white person to be born there. Four years after his arrival the first school house was constructed and used also as a place of voting. Dunham has no store or postoffice, but there are three butter and cheese factories (or were—in 1885). The cyclone of 1883 is perhaps the most notable event. The schoolhouse was smashed into splinters, trees were demolished and much damage done. In one case, water from a pond was sucked up and poured in a nearby cellar. Wyant dashed about afterwards, the "Paul Revere" of the day, relating- the news. This township was then considered the best for stock, such as sheep,, but'the dogs, used to do much damage to them. Grafton Township GRAFTON, Township 43, Range 7 is located in the southern part of the county. The center is its lowest point and borders on swamp land. It is very good for the dairy business. The first settlement was by Grinnell, the first house a hotel. Huntley was originally "largely foreign." (It was the largest dairying center in the United States in 1885.) It was named for Thomas Huntley, who owned the land and laid it out when the railroad came in 1851. There was for a time a steam grist mill of which the boiler burst, blowing the mill to atoms and killing the engineer. The first school in 1851 was taught by an Irish lass, with thirteen pupils. Also in 1851, came the postoffice, before which mail had been received at Coral. In 1885 there were three churches, a hotel and a drug store. Greenwood Township GREENWOOD, Township 45, Range 7, is just east of the third principal meridian. It is a central township with rich soil and second growth timber. Either in 1833, or 1834 an Englishman Boone (or Boon) came with his wife's sister Ann McQuinn (for whom Queen Ann Prairie was named), and made a rather large claim. In 1837, Mr. McCollum arrived, and deciding that Boone did not credit so much land, erected his cabin on one side. Boone demolished it and cut the logs in two. They met. He accused McCollum of jumping his claim. There was a fight. Boone was victorious. The settlers took sides. McCollum's side attacked Boone's. The latter was routed. Result: a, law suit. There was once a saw mill on Nippersink Creek, the Creek "supposedly" named because of an incident where an Indian held a line out to a drowning white man crying, "nip or sink." Greenwood fought unsuccessfully for the county seat in 1842. In the same year, the first orchard was planted on Queen Ann Prairie by Andrew Murphy. It was in 1843 that Ann Tuttle taught the first school. In 1850, the first postoffice was instituted in Goodsell's store. The first religious services were held in private homes. The Methodists built a church in 1848. Later, this was torn down, and used to shelter horses in Woodstock. Greenwood village was set out in 1842 by Toles on the south branch of the Nippersink. Annually, after 1877, a Harvest picnic was held by the farmers. Hartland Township HARTLAND, Township 45, Range 6, is the northwestern of the four central townships. This was the "Irish township," where the Irish Catholics settled. Many came when the Illinoisand Michigan canal project failed. The sawmill built by W. Diggins seemed to be the site of a future city, so it was named Brookdale. Like Oliver's Corners, it is only a ghost city, existing only in imagination. At first, Hartland township had trouble over claims. At meetings, the men stood watchfully, with loaded pistols and shotguns. The mail was first received twenty-five miles away, at McClure's Grove, then at Crystal Lake, later at Alvin Judd's in Woodstock. Finally a post office was established at Deep Cut, later at Kishwaukee. Hartland was no exception and had its share of lawlessness. At one time a gang of counterfeiters, secreted in a cave in the woods, was causing a great deal of trouble. Determined Hartlanders forced them to exit. In 1885, Kishwaukee was the one town with a railroad depot. Hebron Township HEBRON. Township 46, Range S, was named rather oddly. A Mrs. Tryon, a widow, was the sole woman in the township and her house was a meeting place for the tuneful bachelors. One night as they were singing "Hebron," she suggested that the township be named that. Her suggestion was followed, and the christening was celebrated with a batch of fried cakes. The settlement was made in 1836 by a Vermonter, Brigham, who found good timber and prairie land. Wisconsin is on the north of this township, Greenwood on the south, Richmond on the east, and Alden on the west. Fittingly enough, Mrs. Tryon held the first postoffice in her home. Hebron village was not begun until 1861, when H. Mead, the owner, sold off his land by lots. There were six cheese factories in 1885. Marengo Town ship MARENGO, Township 44, Range 5, in the west, contained the one stone quarry in the county, rich prairie land and but little timber. The settlement was begun in 1835 by Calvin Spencer, from Ohio. (His mother was the first to die there.) It was called Pleasant Grove at first, but later changed to the name Marengo to correspond with that of the postoffice. Marengo city is in the southeast corner. Spencer's residence was meant to be private, but so many travellers stayed over night that it was changed to a hotel in 1841. A fire corps was instituted in 1883. The fire in the Ryder House in 1867 resulted in two chemical engines being purchased. Here too, a private school, the Presbyterian Academy, was attempted. There were once 120 pupils. The institute perished five years later, when the building burned, and because of lack of funds was not rebuilt. The "Opera House" was opened in 1883 by H. M. Patrick, who erected it at a cost' of $30,000. There were seats for 750. Two years later there were seven sets of scenery. "Beautiful!" they said of it. One hundred gas jets lighted it. Besides a pickle factory, a flouring mill, a foundry and machine shop, and a canning factory, there was a new industry here, a cheese box factory in 1885. McHenry Township McHENRY, Township 45, Range 8-9, is the best watered in the country. It is on the east side, contains two and one-half lakes, and several rivers. Joel Wheeler, who arrived in 1836, came for the climate. The first church was only five feet high. Two of the choir members, a man—(6 feet 4) and a woman, (six feet) caused a great deal of laughter because they were forced to stick their heads up into the loft where they sang unconcernedly. McHenry village was the first town, being laid out by Bradley, Chicago surveyor, in 1837. Placed by the Fox River, it was near a ford made of stones by the Indians. These were removed and used by the settlers as hearth stones. Instead of the stones, a ferry boat was used. The bridge later built, was carried down stream, but rebuilt. The city was a combination of Americans, Germans and Irish. Boone Creek divided West McHenry from old McHenry. West McHenry was originally Gagetown (after Gage, who owned the site of the village). The railroad on that side of river caused much of the growth and it became almost equal to McHenry proper in size. The "Parker House" was a Gage hotel in Gagetown. Butter, cheese, brick, lumber, and pickles were the chief products. Ringwood (1837) was originally surrounded by a ring of woods, hence the name. It was settled by Dr. Hale and Wm. Beach. There was a milk or butter and cheese factory there in 1885 and the "Ringwood Nursery" is still an important industry. Johnsburg (1852) was settled by Germans and patronized by Germans, who built a Roman Catholic church and named the town after a leader. The only industry was a marble works. Nunda Township NUNDA, Township 44, Range 8 and one-third of 9, is on the east side of the county. Ben McOmber came in 1836. Amanda McOmber taught the first school with five pupils. She was paid $1.25 per week. The seats were placed near the wall and ran all around the room, with the pupils forced to face the wall. Goff first named it Brooklyn, but there was a postoffice of that name already and, as he wished the name of the postoffice and town to be the same, it was changed to Nunda, after Wm. Huffman's former home in New York. Barreville is very thinly populated. The first store—the storekeeper was accused of burning a house. He escaped and went away. The next store was successful, but there was no railroad, so the town did not grow. As in other parts of the county, wolves were plentiful. Accordingly, fifteen dollars apiece for wolf scalps was offered as an inducement to thin them out. Unfortunately, settlers In the township were not as honest as they could have been. The inducement was too great. Wolves were dragged across the line alive and then killed in order to collect the bounty. One man actually raised wolf cubs to the age of six months, then they were scalped and the reward collected. The first depot was shipped from Chicago ready made and set down at the crossroads. In order to keep It from blowing away, as others had done, it was staked down like a circus tent. Around this depot grew Nunda, a town first called Dearborn. The grocery store was nicknamed the "striped pig." There was bitter competition between the Chicago and Northwestern railroad and the Fox River Valley railroad. At one time, the latter wanted to pass under the former (through an. elevation) on the way to Elgin. Digging was begun by the F. R. V. At once the excavation was filled up by the determined C. & N. W. R. R. This strife kept up, until finally, one Sunday the Fox River Valley R. R. hurriedly finished the tunnel and built a bridge for the C. & N. W. to use. Seeing the bridge, the C. & N. W. finally gave in and peace was made. The sugar refinery did very well. A letter was received from President Hays commending the quality. The Crystal Lake Pickling and Canning Company had a tragic history. It was the largest in McHenry county. $150,000 needed for capital was raised by subscription and by three dollars tax on each acre on which produce used by it was raised. Everything seemed well. Then a Mr. Archdeacon was able to become president of the company. He had the property deeded to himself. This property he secretly mortgaged for $100,000. The mortgage fell due—He was unable to pay. Richmond Township RICHMOND, Township 46, Range 8, was first settled during Van Buren's term, in 1837, by William A. McConnell, the grandfather of William S. and Fred B. McConnell of Woodstock. This township was first called "Montelona." Richmond was settled by Cotting and Purdy. At the raising of the saw mill a contest was begun to see who could climb to the top. The winner was to name the village. Reed, who was victorious, named it after his Vermont home. The first cheese factory was two stories high and made the most cheese in the county. It is said that there was always good hunting in the township, ducks, deer, fish, fox, geese, and grouse. Riley Township RILEY, Township 43, Range 5, was settled by either Whitman Cobb, or Barnes, Underwood, and Isborn in 1836. It is Southwestern, is prairie land, with no village. There are many orchards, apples, and such, and the dairy business is, as elsewhere, the best. In 1885 Riley was the township set apart from most of the others by the fact that it had a building made for elections and meetings only. This was due, not to the wealth of the residents, but to necessity. The first marriage was that of Spencer Flanders and Caroline Cobb, noted as the first McHenry county school "marm" from Coral. Seneca Township SENECA, Township 44, Range 6, is one of the center townships, and, was named for an Indian tribe in New York. The first pioneer settlers were from Virginia. First in importance to them was the schoolhouse, later, the church. Mrs. Woodward, of 1836 settlement, died soon after coming here, and her husband could find no minister. As a last resort he conducted the last rites himself. The next Sunday, grieving friends and the minister arrived to comfort him, only to find that he and the hired girl were visiting some friends elsewhere. Franklinville was first titled Snarl-town after a certain crabby individual, George Albrore, from New York. It seemed to show promise-with three stores full of trade. Now, however, it is little more than a name. The first postoffice was in 1843: Belden. Its name came about thus: Congress was laying out a postal route from Woodstock to Marengo by way of Belden, a farm. Congressman Wentworth suggested a post office to be called Belden on the way. This lasted until 1866, when it was abandoned for six years. The Seneca Ladies' Literary Society was the earliest society of its kind in the county. It had a circulation library of 182 volumes in those days and auctioned off the books, as the members finished them, in order to buy new ones. The prices in 1836 were interesting. All the eggs and butter one desired could be bought for five cents per dozen and ten cents per pound. Corn was twelve and one-half cents per bushel. McHenry County consists of 384,000 acres and a population of 35,079. It has grown to this since 1840, when it had a population of two thousand, five hundred and seventy-eight. 1836 - 1936 Credit is given as follows: I. History of McHenry County by special authors, 1922. II. Directory of McHenry County Illinois, 1877. III. Woodstock Illustrated, Sentinel Print, 1895. IV. McHenry County History of 1877. V. History of McHenry County, 1885. M. K. EDINGER. $100 reward For the name of any man, living or dead, who has sold more McHenry County Real Estate Than Has Dan Quinlan. That's all he does. Large or Small Farms. Farms for Sale or Rent in All Parts of Illinois. Woodstock, Ill. Reserved Seat On a Snow Bank [photo] This picture was taken way back in the early eighties. Naturally our readers will ask who the man is perched on a chair at the top of the big pile of snow. We don't know. Neither do we know who the man with the umbrella is or why he was carrying it in winter time. The picture was taken on Benton street, looking north toward the Murphy block. It was in the days of the old wooden buildings from the present State Bank location to the Woodstock Dry Goods store. Stafford and Donnelly Buildings [photo] The above picture; will be recognized'by our readers as the old Stafford and Donnelly buildings which for many years stood on the west side of the; park, where the Montgomery Ward building is now located. In Memory of General Grant [photo] At the time of the death of former President U. S. Grant, Woodstock citizens erected arches at each of the four entrances to the park as shown in the above picture. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS AMONG BEST IN STATE AND NATION The cause of education is near and dear to the heart of every citizen, for it has well been said that the free public school system is the bulwark of the nation, as from it is developed the citizenship of the country, and the quality of that citizenship is gauged by the efficiency and worth of the schools. Woodstock has always been noted for the excellent quality of her schools, which is accounted for by the fact that her early settlers were people who, while deprived (many of them) of the advantages of a good education, nevertheless realized its value and determined that their children should not be deprived of these advantages. One of the first schools taught in the little village was in the year 1846, the court house serving as the school room, and the teacher, who was David Richardson, paid $2 per month for the rent of the house. He was at one time the processor of mathematics in Norwich university, Vermont, and when last heard from was a resident of Clinton, in this state. First School House The first school house in Woodstock was built in 1847 on the site of the building fronting South street that was destroyed by fire in 1919. It was not long used ere it was found too small and was enlarged to meet the demands of the village's growth. When it had been decided in 1860 to build a new and more commodious school house, this original building was sold, and part of it became a blacksmith and wagon shop conducted by Canute Lee, John Tong and others on the John Donnelly property on the southeast corner of Throop and Jackson streets. According to the records of the clerk of the board of education, the first meeting of the first board of directors of which we have any record was held in the office of Neill Donnelly, Sept 5, 1859, at which meeting they "cast lots" in order to fix the time for each director to serve, which resulted in Asa W. Smith being elected for three years, M. W. Hunt for two years and Neill Donnelly for one year, whereupon the directors proceeded to organize and elect a chairman, and clerk of the board, with the following result: M. W. Hunt, chairman; Asa W. Smith, clerk. In September of the same year, J. B. Jones, of Evanston, was hired as principal, and Misses E. A. Mack, Miss Burlingame, Carrie Diggins and Sarah Jewett as assistants. In November Miss Diggins resigned and Miss Lucy Whitlock was secured in her place. The corps of teachers for 1860 was: Gilman Chase, principal; Misses Griffith, Belle Stewart and Frances Wait, assistants. In 1861 G. M. Cole was principal, and the teachers were Misses Sarah Walker, Lucy Whitlock, Emma Allen, Lucretia R. Hite and Frank Wait. Old Time Teachers The corps of instructors for 1862-3 was: John A. Parrish, principal; assistants, Mrs. L. M. Brown and Misses Belle Stewart, Sarah Walker and Lucy Whitlock. In 1863-4 the principal was Mr. Parrish and there is no record as to his assistants. In August, 1865, the school election resulted in Gilbert Dake and Theo. D. Murphey being elected as the new members of the board of directors, Mr. Murphey being president and E. E. Thomas clerk. The board levied a 3 per cent tax on all taxable property in the district for the purpose of erecting a new school building. J. Thorpe was hired for principal and Misses P. Freeman, Anna Noble and Maria Stark assistants. In February, 1866, the first orders drawn for payment for the stone used in the foundation of the new building were in favor of A. W. Smith and A. J. Murphy. In March, 1866, Dake & Thomas were paid $300 for plans and specifications for the new building, and in July of-that year the contract was awarded to J. C. Boutelle and L. Francisco for the laying of the foundations. The corps of teachers for this year were: H. D. Nottingham, principal; Misses Anna Noble, Maria Stark and H. G. Correy, assistants, school being held in whatever empty rooms that could be found in the village. Bids For School House In January, 1867, a notice was published in The Sentinel asking for bids for the erection of the new school house that was burned to the ground Dec. 2, 1919. There were nine bids received, and the contract was awarded to W. F. Buskirk & Co., their bids being the last and lowest, for $30,000. At the annual election in August, Ira Slocum and James B. Church were elected new members of the board. On Dec. 2, 1867, school was opened in the new building, with J. A. Badger as principal and the following named teachers: Anna Hill, Sarah Owens, Miss Haywood, Miss F. EL Shaver and Miss Corey. The teachers in 1868 were: J. A. Badger, principal; Anna Hill, Miss Correy, Miss Shaver, Sarah Owens and Anna Gates, assistants. Corps of teachers in 1869: J. A. Badger, principal; Misses Dow, Shaver, Owens, Gates, Hill and Hayward. Corps in 1870: C. C. Miller, principal; Misses C. G. Haynor, E. L. Quirk, Anna Scott, Lou Haynor, Anna Russell, Cora Thomas, Lizzie Moore; janitor, Daniel Weaver. 1871: A. W. Young, principal; Miss Maryott, Miss Quirk, Eunice Ayer, Adele Fuller, Anna Russell, H. S. Barrows, Lizzie Moore; janitor, A. Hanaford. The new members of the board elected in 1871 were James Northrop and A. S. Stewart. In accordance with the legislative act of Feb. 3, 1872, which went into effect in July of that year, said act providing that in all school districts having a population of not less than 2,000 inhabitants and not governed by any special act in relation to the free schools then in force, there should be elected, instead of directors, a board of education consisting of six members, and the census showing the population of District No. 4, Dorr to be 2,118, an election was ordered and the following named persons received a majority of the votes and were elected: John S. Wheat, John J. Murphy, M. D. Hoy, Rudolph Diesel, George K. Bunker and Edwin E. Thomas. John S. Wheat was chosen president and John J. Murphy clerk. On April 12, 1873, soft maples were set out on the east, west and south sides of the school lot and elms on the north side. City Was Growing At about the change of the centuries, Woodstock began to acquire more population, due to the location of manufactories in the city, and the growth was so rapid that the school authorities were put to their wits' ends to find places in which to house and instruct the children, so in 1904 a movement was put on foot by residents of the north side to secure a building in that section that would provide more room and also would obviate the necessity of children crossing the railroad tracks to reach their school. A site was selected at Clay and Grove streets and thereon a fine building was erected that had to be doubled in size before many years had elapsed. And still, the city grew and more children had to be provided for, so that in 1906 a fine building for high school purposes was erected on the north side of the original school grounds, at South, Throop and Calhoun streets and this building was dedicated with appropriate ceremonies in April, 1907, and the need was thought to have been met for years to come, but still there was a scarcity of room, and as time moved on and new laws were enacted by the Legislature on the subject of schools and school management, the idea of a community high school blossomed and developed and was given impetus by the fire of Dec. 2, 1919, which destroyed the original brick building erected in 1867, and the result was the erection of the Dean street grade school at Tryon and Dean streets and a community high school on South street, and the districts were so arranged that two boards of directors became necessary to handle the situation, the community high school became district No. 152 and the elementary schools were merged under one management in district No. 72, and both districts were bonded to raise the funds for construction and equipment. Bonds For Schools On Mar. 1, 1920, a proposition was submitted to the voters to erect a community high school to cost approximately $200,000. The property known as the Sessions, Buck and Kellogg homesteads on South street was acquired by purchase, and some by condemnation, and later other tracts adjacent and abutting thereto were secured, and at the election on Mar. 13 all propositions submitted were approved by an almost unanimous vote of the electors. The members of the board devoted long hours and much labor to a consideration of the subject in all of its phases, and after the plans had been requested, submitted and adopted, an election was held to issue the bonds for the purpose, which secured the approval of the voters, and then bids were asked for and several contractors responded, the lowest and best bid, that of Charles Giertz & Son, was accepted at the price of $182,800, and the plumbing and heating contract was let to Ernest Ries, a local contractor in that line who has been located in Woodstock for many years, his first employment having been with the well-known firm of Whitson Bros. Soon thereafter, work was begun on the foundations and the structure proper. Later the landscape gardening was let to Charles H. Lawrence, of Iowa, a son of Dr. E. E. Lawrence, a local dentist. All of the work on these contracts, which constituted the most extensive building operations in the history of the city, was given the careful attention of the board, the members of which neglected their own businesses to give to the schools the best that was in them. Meeting after meeting was held to give this and, that proposition that had to do with completeness and an up-to-date establishment and various details were considered and none was too small to be given the careful scrutiny of this excellent board, whose members had a vision of the future and who were anxious that the people of this community should have as fine an educational equipment as any community in the state. It is the truth to state that, with the erection of this building and the Dean street school at about the same time, added to the Central and Clay street schools, which were already in existence, Woodstock has an educational equipment that cannot be excelled in any part of the state in cities much larger in population than the county-seat of McHenry county. All citizens are proud of our school facilities and the manner in which they are handled and conducted, and visitors are shown these show places of the city with a great deal of pleasure. Boards of Education The people who have served on the boards of education since 1873, as near as we can ascertain from the records and our files, have been as follows, but as some of the school records were destroyed in the fire of 1919, it is not possible to obtain an absolutely accurate record of all of them. In the following list we have not attempted to distinguish the members of the two present boards under separate headings, but those who have served on one, or the other of these boards are as follows: Presidents of Boards John S. Wheat, 73-6. Marma Duke Hoy, 70-81. Erastus E. Richards, 81-5, 88-9. Gardner S. Southworth, 85-8, 89-90, George H. Hoy, 90-93. Dr. E. V. Anderson, 93-8. Dr. J. W. Primm, 98-00. Elmer E. Bagley, 00-1. Emil Arnold, 01-5. Fremont Hoy, 05-6. George L. Murphy, 06-8. Dr. W. H. Doolittle, 08-12. John R. Kellogg, 12-4. George W. Conn, Jr., 14-15. Rev. William Kilbourne, 15-19. Luman T. Hoy, 19-25. Rev. Roger C. Kaufman, 25 (incumbent). William S. McConnell, (incumbent) Secretaries of Boards Marma Duke Hoy, 73-6. John C. Choate, 76-80, John A. Parrish, 80-2. Alexander L. Salisbury, 82-7. George H. Hoy, 87-9. Emilus C. Jewett, 89-92. Mrs. Clara Allen, 92-4. Elmer E. Bagley, 94-8. Frank W. Streets, 98-10. Theodore Hamer, 1919-20. William S. McConnell, 20-26. Chester I. Nelson, 1926, Dr. George A. Cutteridge, 17-36, (incumbent). A. W. Geister, (incumbent). Members of the Boards Part of the time the president of the board has been selected from the membership, but a change was made in the laws and since that time he has been elected by the voters. The men and women who have served on the board, including the presidents and secretaries, are named as follows: John S. Wheat, 73-6, 81-7. George K. Bunker, 73-6. John J. Murphy, 73-82. Rudolph Diesel, 73-9. Marma Duke Hoy, 73-81. Edwin E. Thomas, 73-5. Alexander S. Stewart, 74-5. Benjamin N. Smith, 75-9. Anderson R. Murphey, 75-6. Dr. DeWitt C. Green, 76-80. John A. Parrish, 79-82 (died in office). Erastus E. Richards, 79-88. Alexander L. Salisbury, 80-7. Gardner S. Southworth, 80-9. Henry Herman, 81-02. Edward A. Murphy, 82-7. Thomas McD. Richards, 86-9. George H, Hoy, 87-90. Orson H. Gillmore, 87-91. Gervase Blakeslee, 88-91. John D. Donovan, 88-97, 99. Emilus C. Jewett, 89-95. Luman T. Hoy, 19-26. Earl C. Hughes, 19-24. Chester I. Nelson, 24. Lewis B. McCannon, 24. Fred D. Perkins, 25-26. Dr. Henry W. Sandeen, 26-(incumbent). Fred G. Bosshard, 28-30. Edwin H. Waite, 18-32 (died in office). Mrs. Mary Doolittle, 19. Frank M. Bunker, 90-01. Alois Dreyer, 91-09. Mrs. Clara Allen, 92-04. Elmer E. Bagley, 94-08. Fremont Hoy, 95-07. Mrs. Anna G. Gillmore, 97-06. Frank W. Streets, 98. George Burger, 02-05. Charles S. Northrop, 02-05. John D. Donovan, 03. Theodore Hamer, 07-13. Chas. F. Renich, 07-13. Dennis F. Coakley, 08-11. W. C. Eichelberger, 08-09. William F. Glazier, 06-16. Edwin E. Mead, 09-10. C. Z. Aughenbaugh, 09-11. Fayette Thomas, 13-16. Harriet E., Young, 14-16. John Bolger, 15-24. Sidney A. Greenleaf 15-17. Owen G. Mead, 15-22. Elizabeth Smiley, 17. Present Board Members The present members of the Community High School board are: W. S. McConnell, President. A. W. Geister, Secretary. Dr. Henry W. Sandeen. Dr. W. W. Lichty. Woodstock Central School—Junior High Chas. E. Low. The present members of the Grade School board are: Rev. R. C. Kaufman, President. Dr. G. A. Cutteridge, Secretary. Fred T. Ferris. Mrs. J. J. Stafford. A. J. Ruppert. E. M. Phillips. Mrs. R. P. Pfeiffer. Some of these members have served many years. Instructors Since 1872 the following named directors and instructors have served the districts, many of the names being of blessed memory with hundreds of people who studied under their direction. Superintendents Albert W. Young, 72-3. L. S. Knight, 73-4. W. L. Klein, 74-7. Silas Wood, 77-8. Warren Wilkie, 78-79. Albert E. Bourne, 79-81. J. B. Estee, 81-2. C. R. Buchanan, 82-3. A. C. Harris, 83-4. S. B. Hursh, 84-8. John J. Kelley, 88-91. John R. Kellogg, 91-4. Ira Eskew, 94. L. B. Easton, 94-6. Geo. W. Conn, Jr., 95. C. W, Hart, 96-06. Carlos E. Douglass, 06-10. E. C. Thomas, 10-4. Richard W. Bardwell, 14-23. Willis I. Thompson, 23-8. E. C. 0. Eeatty, 28-31. Wayne J. Colahan, 31- (incumbent). Assistant Superintendents L. H. Cutting, 02-4. J. F. Grover, 04-5. Laura B. Orr, 05-7. M. A. Roark, 07-9. W. E. Evans, 09-13. B. S. Aldrich, 13-4. A. M. Holtzman, 14-5. Mrs. Raymond P. Pfeiffer, 15-21. W. I. Thomson, 21-3. C. O. Beatty, 23-8. W. J. Colahan, 28-31. Henry G. Abraham, 31 (incumbent). Instructors: Ella Quirk, 72-4. A. A. Smith, 72-5. Mary Schofield, 72-5. Eunice Ayer, 72-3. Lucy Jewett, 72-3. H. C. Barrows, 72-3. Lizzie Moore, 72-3. Alice Schryver, 72-6. Jennie Lemmers, 72-80. Jennie E. Haynor, 76-8. Mary Thomas, 76-7. Lettie Cummins, 76-84. Nellie Watson, 76-7. Josephine E. Sondericker, 76-83. Lou Haynor, 76-7. E. L. Hibbard, 77-8. Mrs. Cora Dickinson, 77-80. Jacob Kolb (German), 78. Annie Granger, 78-80. Agnes Taylor, 79-80. Mary McManus, 79-80. Kittie Watrous, 79-80. Nora Pierce, 80-1. Mattie Ormsby, 80-1. Phoebe Pratt, 80-1. Mattie McLaren, 80-4. Anna Donnelly, 80-5. J. F. Woiceshky, 72-3. Ella Wilbur, 73-4. Alice Blakeslee, 72-3, 77-88, 91-6. Lizzie E. Johnson, 73-6, Anna Crosby, 73-9. Anna Vandebogart, 73-5. Miss Gay, 74. Mattie M. Paddock, 74-6. Miss Strode, 74. Alice Sessions, 74-5. Miss Stark, 74. Florence Sessions, 74-6, 77-9. Felix B. Tait, 74. J. E. Hannahs, 75-6. G. Bliss, 75-6. Olive W. Owens, 75-7. Alice Eckert, 75-6. Jennie Schryver, 80-91. Mrs. F. B. Ehle, 81-91. Mrs. O. H. Gillmore, 81-3. Kate E. Fuller, 82-3. Lida Shallenberger, 83-4. Anna Wilkinson, 83-5. Margaret Donnelly, 83-91. Lucette Wilkinson, 84-5. Nellie Glennon, 84-90. Myra Foote, 85-6. Alma Young, 84-5. Calla Field, 84-6. Gertrude Murphy, 85-8. Ella Rowe, 85-7. Edith M. Kingman, 86-91. Lizzie Crosby, 86-90. M. Belle Kimball, 87-91. Winifred Allen, 88-90. Mildred Young, 88-00. Maggie Nugent, 90-3. Mamie Bayrd, 90-2. Emma Frey, 90-7. Ada L. Parsons, 91-2, 96-7. Nellie Pope, 91. Annie K. Meigs, 91-5. Nettie Haines, 91-2. Marie Carr, 91-2. Irene Kull, 91-2. Clara Hall, 92-3. Mary Heath, 92-3. Irene Kroll, 92. Mary Harrington, 92-3. Charlotte Renich, 92-01. Mary McNair, 93-5. Alice McDowell, 93-4. Rose Miller, 93-4. Bertha Stratton, 93-4. Alice McKenna, 94-7. Laney McDowell, 94-00. Dora Besley, 94-5. Grace Stevens, 94-5. Myrta Freeman, 94-5. Mary A. Richards, 95-7. Mrs. L. B. Easton, 95-6. Jane Stanford, 95-07. Cora Fillmore, 95-8. Matie B.Maxon, 96-8. Etta F. Beach, 97-8. Anna M. Andrus, 97-8. Miss Sutphen, 97. Maggie Guth, 97-8. Retta Peet, 98-9. Emma Sirrine, 98-9. Lucille Hinman, 98-9. Sybil Hendricks, 98-07. Lelah Shearer, 98-9. Dora Delamere, 98-9. Jennie Hall, 98-9. Grace Francisco, 99-02. Jennie Hulce, 99-00. Emma Eickhoff, 99-10. Mary Richardson, 99-01. Hannah Carr, 99-00. Alice B. Dacy, 99-00. Isabel Hartlett, 99-00. Belle Rosencranz, 99-00. S. E. Barrett, 99-00. Laura E. Orr, 00-5. Edna Francisco, 00-1. Nellie Johonnott, 00-1. Hattie Ladd, 00-2. Mrs. A. F. Swett, 00-1. Mary Rushton, 01-7. Katharyn Sweeney, 01-2. Lilla Ladd, 01-2. Emma Frey, 01-5. Grace Francisco, 01-2. Edith Wright, 02-4. Clara Mountain, 02-3. Emma S. Witwen, 04-10. Florence King, 04-6. Mary Gillies, 04-5. Esther Salter, 04-5. Lena Sweeney, 04-5. Eva Thompson, 04-5. Irene Herman, 04-36 (incumbent). Florence Smith, 04-5. Frances Jones, 04-5. Loretta Hallisy, 07 (died in office), Lulu Delamere, 05-30. Alice Ledger, 05-7. Mary Renich, 06-8. Alvina Rodee, 07-10. Alice Baker, 07-8. Frances McEwan, 06-10. Mrs. Frances Garland, 26 (incumb.) Ethel Salisbury, 07-9. Elfreda Senger, 07-8. Annis C. Jewett, 07-10. Adelaide Spohn, 08-10. Mary Trotter, 08-10. Alice B. Hereley, 08-11. Annabel Fish, 08 (incumbent). Ethel Thomas, 08-12. Clara Turner, 08-9. Grace Colton, 08-9. Mrs. Anna Armitage, 08-14. Mabel Donovan, 08-12. Annie Cooney, 08-13. Iva Disbrow, 08-10. Jessie E. Jewett, 08-12. Mrs. Raymond Pfeiffer, 13-19. Irene Cooney, 09-13. Edith Kahl, 09-11. Rose D. Allen, 09-16. Mary E. Newman, 06 (incumbent). Sybil Andrews, 09-13. Hulda Witte, 10-11. Catherine J. Austin, 10 (incumbent) Irma Boston, 10-1. Nettie Shelt, 10-3. Edith M. Kilburne, 10-16. Mary O. Hay, 11-2. Pearl Bayrd, 11-2. Ella Baker, 11-2. Myrtle Loomis, 11-2. Grace Arnold, 11-2. Faith Chamberlain, 12-3. Helen Wheeler, 12-3. Olga Nelson, 12-3. Marjorie Cockfield, 12-16. Ruth E. Hill, 12-6. Eva M. Austin, 12-6. Lucie McCarthy, 12-3. Myrtle Loomis, 12-3, Doris Osborn, 12-3. Capitola Parker, 12-8. Martha W. White, 11-8. Adelaide Brainerd, 12-3, Grace Clow, 13-4. Ethel Salisbury, 13-4. Florence F. Carey, 13-8. Edna Gehrke, 13-4. John H. Arnold, 14-5. Loretta C. Hallisey, 14-6. Cora E. White, 14 (incumbent). Vivian D. Howell, 14-6. Vera Sullivan, 14-8. Mary V. Hayes, 14-8. Lillian R. Conley, 14-8. Vera Dibler, 14-8. Frances E. Rushton, 14-8, 27-8. Frances H. Preston, 15-7. Margaret Marshall, 15-6. Mary Hanrahan, 15-6. Adelaide E. Ryan, 15-7. Grace E. Potter, 16-7. Blanche Jagers, 15-7. William H. Woodhall, 15-6. Thomas J. Gharrity, 15-6. Ruby Teeple, 16-7. William Breach, 16-7. Marguerite McLellan, 16-7. U. I. Averill, 16-7. H. J. Webner, 16-7. Margaret Axon, 16-7. Lillian Conley, 16-7. Irma Schaaf, 16-8. Mildred Young, 16-7. Elizabeth Hallisey, 16-7. Ruth Richardson, 16-7. Lillian Eckert, 16-7. Vera Bolger, 16-8. Maude Garrett, 16-7. Hazel Scatliff, 18-9. Pearl G. Miller, 18-9. Eileen Howard, 18-9. Margaret Gleasman, 18-9. Mrs. P. W. Cole, 18-9. Mabel Wienke, 18-9. Lillian E. Eckert, 18-9. Woodstock Community High School Willis I. Thomson, 20-3 (became superintendent). Eva E. Huffman, 20, (incumbent). L. A. Reed, 20-1. Jeannette Parritt, 20-1 (resigned). Eileen Howard, 20-1. Lucille Jenks, 20-1. Mrs. J. T. Montgomery, 20-1. Esther E. Heisig, 20-1. Edna I Buchanan, 20-1. Charles Olien, 20-1. C. V. Whitcomb, 20-3. Rhoda Doolittle, 20-1. Berniece DeFates, 21-2. Olive C. Harris, 21-4. Gladys I. Gutel, 21-4. Helen A. Evans, 21-2. Gail Ryan, 21-2. Mrs. Bernice Schwartzwaller, 22-4. Florence Conway, 22-3. Carrie Fate, 22-5. R. H. Beatty, 22-3. Edna Hoffman, 22-3. Lania Heinz, 22-4. Julia Thomas, 22-3. Wayne J. Colahan, 32-32 (became superintendent). J. Esther Stough, 23-5. Edna E. Huffman, 23 (incumbent). Marie Metz, 24 (resigned). E. C. O. Beatty, 23-28. (became superintendent). L. B. Reid, 23-4. S. Margaret Beaty, 23 (incumbent). Geneva Gregory, 23-29. Harry C. Abraham, 23 (incumbent). Edna I. Huffman, 24-8. Mrs. W. J. Colahan, 24-7. Elise Koupal, 24-5. Frank Loveland, 24-5. Marian Huson, 24-5. Donald G. Ziegler, 24-6 (resigned). Gertrude Heisig, 24-7. Robert Bailey, 24-5. Marie Oliver, 24-7. Ardis B. Carr, 25-8. Lois M. Coultas, 25 (incumbent). William S. Weeks, 25-8. Gladys C. George, 25-9. Carl Hendrickson, 25-6. Blanche Thomson, 26-9. Lawrence A. Dale, 26 (incumbent). Marbara Van Heuten, 27-9. Helen Bolger, 27 (incumbent). Bert B. Boyd, 27-9. Irene M. Evans, 27-8. Pauline Nesmith, 27-9. Toinette Culby, 28-9. Minnie Morris, 26-7. Mary F. Gannon, 26 (incumbent). Stasia Gannon, 26 (incumbent). Stella Rathbun, 26-7. Margaret L. Gillan, 26-9. Cornelia Burns, 26-7. Agnes Amberphol, 26-7. Earl Olson, 26-7. Harold R. Ray, 26 (incumbent). W. P. Miller, 26 (incumbent). Irene M. Evans, 27-8. Harold Wicks, 27-8. Freeman V. Giesselbrecht, 27-8. Mrs. T. C. Henrickson, 27-8. Earl Olson, 27-8. Stella Rathbun, 27-9. Pauline Nesmith, 27-9. Mrs. Peter Beck, 27-8. Emma Wiberg, 27-31. Irene E. Newman, 27-8. Mrs. Helene J. Brewer, 27. (incumb.) Mrs. Melva B. Schutte, 27-30. Bessie Wienke, 27-9. Toinette Cully, 28-9. Gladys Laughlin, 28-35. Milo Tomisky, 28-9. Walter G. Cioleck 28-9. Ruth A. Prire, 28 (incumbent). Bernice Foote, 28-32. Marian Bailey, 29.-31. Mary E. Doolittle, 29-31. Eda Eppel, 29 (incumbent). Elko H. Van Dyke, 29. (incumbent). Faith Rawson, 29-31. Mrs George Romberg, 29-31. Alice Vanderkarr, 29. (incumbent). Josephine Bronez., 29 (incumbent). Helen Slabang, 29-30. Velma Colbrook, 30-1. Gladys Laughlin, 30 (incumbent). Clarence Olson, 30 (incumbent). Marion Strong, 30-2. Erica Wiesner, 30-4. Laura Mackeben, 30 (incumbent). Marguerite Desmond, 30 (incumb.) Lillie A. Heider, 30-2. Roma Rawson, 30-3. Ethel Wienke, 30 (incumbent). Audrey G. Miller, 30 (incumbent). Ernest E. Hanson, 31 (incumbent). Marion Krockow, 31 (incumbent). Mrs. Winifred Young, 31 (incumbent). Eleanor Rader, 31 (incumbent). Mrs. Marguerite Smith, 31 (incumb.) Marion Bailey, 31-4. Allen Willets, 31 (incumbent). Eugenia Beck, 31 (incumbent). Helen Metzler, 31 (incumbent). George B. Smith, 31 (incumbent). Irving H. Stamets, 31 (incumbent). Vivian Witt, 31 (incumbent). David Crawford, 33 (incumbent). Elaine Jones, 34 (incumbent). Annabelle Carolus, 34 (incumbent). D. B. Lindsay, 34 (incumbent). Hazel Twomley, 34 (incumbent). Frank D. Hendricks, 36 (incumbent). In the above list will be found several cases of long terms of service that are worthy of special mention, especially those who have served the people so efficiently for over 10 years, notably: Irene Herman, 32; Mary E. Newman, 27; Lula Delamere, 25; Catherine Austin, 18; Annabelle Fish, 28; Alice Blakeslee, 17; Emma Frey, 17; Cora E. White, 22; Eva EL' Huffman, 16;; Wayne J. Colahan, 14; S. Margaret Beatty, 13; Mrs. Frances Garland, 13; Mildred Young, 12; Jennie Schryver, 11; Mrs. F. B. Ehle, Lois Coultas, Mrs. Raymond Pfeiffer and Mary and Stasia Gannon, 10 years each. And most or these are still doing efficient service. Janitors The schools in the early, days did not need many janitors, but as time moved on more were naturally required. The early janitors, as near as we can get at the facts, were: (Continued On Page Five) WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL [PHOTO] Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE FIVE WOODSTOCK'S PUBLIC SCHOOLS AMONG THE BEST (Continued from page four) Daniel Weaver (colored), Aaron Hanaford; Alvin Brown (for years janitor and holding other places of trust) John J. Donnelly, Charles M. Churchill, who began many years ago and is still on the job at the Clay street school. Mr. Churchill, a veteran in service, acquired the love of all who have attended school during his years of service, and is looked upon by them as their "Good Daddy" Churchill, for he has ever acted as their protector and guide. Other janitors whose terms of service we have been able to get, are named as follows: Fred Sahs, 23 (incumbent). James Gabrielson, 13-4, J. A. Miller, 23-4. Elizabeth Anderson, 23-4. Lizzie Sullivan, 23-4. Byron J. Wright, 24-5. Mrs. Rose Flood, 24-8. James S. Andrews, 25 (resigned). Ray H. Dean, 26 (incumbent). Alva Hollarbush, 27 (incumbent). August Johnson, 27. (incumbent). William Dittman, 36 (incumbent). August Johnson, 36 (incumbent). E. H. Van Hoozen, 36 (incumbent). John Bolger, for many years an exceptional city marshal in Woodstock, during, his later, years, was superintendent of the grounds and buildings, but he passed away Feb. 25, 1932. Miss Emma G. Charles has been secretary to the superintendent for several years and is the present incumbent. Graduates The first graduating, or commencement exercises, with the awarding of diplomas, was in 1878. The graduates at that time were William Sondericker, who later graduated from an eastern college, and shortly thereafter passed away; Levi A. Gardner, who for many years was engaged in mercantile pursuits at Harvard and there expired; and Mattie McLaren, who later graduated in medicine and has been a practicing physician in St. Paul since that time and who gained a high place among the medical women of the Northwest. The graduates since that date have been as follows: 1879 Graduates Nellie Austin. Exa D. Hickox. Susie K. Choate. Mary E. Munger. Fannie L. Cooper. Julia C. Murphy. Jessie Eckert. Bessie Wilkie. Augusta S. Furer. Mary H. Whitney. Frank H. Richards. 1880 Graduates Kittie E. Davis. Rose T. McManus. Eliza Eckert. Hattie L. Murphy. Grace Fuller. Jennie A. Paine. Lillian M. Furer. Kittie A. Schryver. Sarah C. Hartlett. Levi E. Spooner. Lulu M. Kennedy. Alma U. Young. 1881 Graduates Hattie E. Baldwin. Mary J. A. Kolb. George B. Finch. Hamlin L. Whitney. Marcella C. Donnelly. 1882 Graduates Etta Finch. Nellie Glennon. 1883 Graduates Florence E. Austin. Lena H. McConnell. Robert G. Earlie. Julia A. Norton. Mina Eiklor. Julia M. Parker. Amelia L. Furer. Herbert P. Wright. 1884 Graduates Edward W. Austin. Mary G. Murphy. Calla J. Field. Mary F. Murphy. Edward C. Higgins. Lottie A. Friend. George J. Schneider. 1885 Graduates Cecelia Lawrence. Charles B. Wright. Mary L. St. Clair. Mildred C. Young. 1886 Graduates Bertha L. Parsons. Alice Kimball. 1887 Graduates Ida M. Frey. Florence M. Bunker. Esther A. Young. Emily H. Ellsworth. 1888 Graduates George W. Lemmers. Katheryne F. Murphy. Gertrude. M. Southworth. 1880 Graduate Katherine E. Russell. 1890 Graduates Albert EL Dacy. John M. Hoy. Edwin H. Friend. Grace I. Parsons. Mary I. Thompson. Charlotte E. Renich. Pauline F. McManus. 1891 Graduates Mabel Hanaford. Guy E. Still. Mary B. Richardson. Mamie T. Herrington. J. Edward Ercanbrack. 1893 Graduates Clinton L. Hoy. Rose M. Barden. Evelyn C. Murphy. William T. Charles. John A. Nihan. Alice B. Dacy. Genevieve Smith. Ruth E. Lee. Susie J. Wiley. D. Maude Hanaford. 1893 Graduates Ruth I. Barnard. Jessie W Nichols. Minnie Bier. H. Alvin Pfeiffer. Letah Bunker. Susie M. St. Calir. Emma M. Kickhoff. Maude E. Still. Ida M. Eppel. Maude E. Jones. Mary R. Goodhand. May Thompson. Russell E. Hyde. Bart c. Young. 1894 Graduates Pauline F.Bachman. Mabel Osgood. Georgie C. Eckert. Agnes A. Perry. Nan Louise Hay. Grace Rogers. Margaret Lang. Maud Vinton. William Nichol. Harriet E. Young. 1895 Graduates The course of study was changed and no one could pass. Therefore there was no graduating class. 1896 Graduates Frederick J. Bird. Lucia Shearer. Agnes G. Murphy. August F. W. Siebel. Mary E. Renich. Claribel Wright. 1897 Graduates Earle C. Anderson. Adele B. Medlar. Eva Greenwood. Jessie C. Murphey. William P. Hoy. Bessie C. Murphey. Katherine F. Floyd. 1898 Graduates Blanche C. Bunker. Stella Cook. Walter H. Eckert. 1899 Graduates Nettie M. Burger. Edward A. Renich. Maude E. Donovan. Emma A. Schaaf. Walter G. Hoy. Hattie W. Wesson. Jessie E. Jewett. Adelbert S. Wright. Dorothy Zimpelmann. 1900 Graduates Emery Arnold. Clarence F. Hoy. Park J. Bunker. Fred L. Kellog. Paul L. Charles. Mamie L. Shearer. Earl E. Ellsworth. Louise F. Short. Irene E. Herman. Floyd C. Tryon. Blanche A. Stevenson. 1901 Graduates Irvin L. Burger. Elmer L. McDowell. Herbert T. Cooney. Edna McKee. Margaret E. Gillies. Mamie E. Mountain. Ida C. Hanaford. Jessie L. Richardson. 1902 Graduates Cora M. Anderson. Mabel Donovan. Vida A. Austin. Lillie Eckert. Rubie W. Carr. Ella O. Kane. Roy W. Carr. Frances McEwan. Kittie A. Collier. Amanda Renich. Edna A. Dickerson. Scott Sinclair. Beatrice E. Deitz. Grace E. Smith. Evelyn Thompson. 1903 Graduates Grace Arnold. Edith C.Murphy. Catherine J. Austin. Ada M. Richards. Pearl C. Bayrd. Inez A. Stevenson. Anna L. Harrison. Bessie C. Sullivan. Gertrude Heath. Bertha E. Walters. Nancy D. Kirk. Irene Thompson. Harriet L. Sullivan. Veronica L. Sullivan. Nellie C. Richardson. 1904 Graduates Belle Allen. Bessie L. Mason. Anna M. Cooney. Daisy V. Moore. John Desmond. James W. Northrop, Mabel Gibson. Emma A. Shearer. Sarah Gillies. Anna C. Slavin. Anna F. Kaiser. Alice Kennedy. Rolla M. Andrews. 1905 Graduates Ella L. Baker. Lila H. Hoaton. Rosella Clancy. Sadie S. Ormsby. George H. Dacy. Charles L. Tryon. Rupert D. Donovan. Martin J. Wandrack. George E. Gibson. Katherine L.Renich. Genevieve E. Alexander. 1906 Graduates C. Alice Baker. Emma C. Pfeiffer. Fred J. Carroll. J. Glen Richards. Robert H. Gillmore. Estella M. Sherman. Henry T. Hoesley. Emma L. Stupfel. Ethel I. Miller. Avice Wright. Marguerite L. Smith. 1907 Graduates Eva Austin. Ralph Mullen. Bertha Becking. Adaline Ryan. Paul D. Donovan. Helen Sanford. A. Dwight Hoy. George Seiler. Maude Hobbs. Floyd Woodard. H. Gordon Stafford. 1908 Graduates Emma Charles. Audrey Quinn. Irvin Dirrenberger. Otto E. Seiler. Elsie Frame. Claud Sondericker. Doris Osborn. Ethel McNett. Gertrude Ellithorpe. 1909 Graduates Bessie Barnes. Ada R. Johnson. Helen Burbank. Ethel McBroom. Charles Carroll. Alice McLean. Percy Forman. Martha White. Clinton Jackett. Pearl Wilcox. Burton Wright. 1910 Graduates Erna Seiler. Laray Brown. John Paulsen. Goldie Howe. Hazel Baker. Alois Dreyer. Effie Richards. Frank Peacock. Raymond Pfeiffer. Susie Thompson. Rachel Doten. Rudolph Seiler. 1911 Graduates David R. Joslyn, Jr. Arline Austin. Nellie Fosdick. Marjorie Lumley. Leila Abbott. Florence McDowell. William Kilburne. Lenore Mentzer. Barton Austin. Lillie Mentzer. Lola Barnes. George Robinson. Jessie Bosshard. Bethel Shelt. Royal Bosshard. Cora White. Floyd E. Eckert. Carol Hill. Clifford Hooker. Audus Shipton. Olive Slavin. Elizabeth Harmon. Leonie E. Zimpelmann. 1912 Graduates Thomas Bolger. Charles Green. Dorothy Lemmers. Vera Sullivan. William M. Carroll. Loren Thompson. Alice S. Austin. Margaret Deitz. Helen Doten. Vivian Howell. Lawrence Hyde. Alvina Becking. Audrey Thomas. Harold Conley. Thompson Putney. Shirley Gibson. Lionel Smiley. Vera Dibler. Vera Bolger. Anna S. Beck. Marguerite Murphy. 1913 Graduates Mary M. Gilkey. George Siperly. Irma M. Schaaf. Elizabeth Thomas. Wilber D. Eckert. Arthur V. Anderson. Edna Nester. Vera B. Thompson. Harold Frame. Genevieve Kennedy. Mary H. Donnelly. Florence C. Renich. Edward J. Horick. Doris M. Householder. Vincent Green. Raymond S. Hamer. Lucy E. Putney. Arthur C. Bartelt. Kathryn H. Hayes. Clara A. Heaton. Stanley L. Hart. Mildred E. Greene. Genevieve Wien. Irma M. Terry. Charlotte Moritz. James B. Joslyn. Gertrude E. Bernreuter. 1914 Graduates Luman E. Daniels. Anna T. Duggan. Mabel A. Wienke. Catherine Ryan. Miriam H. Senger. Helena F. Mergener. Agnes R. Conn. Elma Hakes. Bessie E. Watt. Fulbert J. Stuessey. Charles Lawrence. Rita E. Nolan. Blanche F. Hooker. Frances E. Murphy. James C. Bolger. Clarence M. Howard. Delbert Ogle. Will Ryan. Lucy Brott. Hazel Miller. Suzane E. Cowlin. Ellen M. Haley. Gladys A. Griffiths. Ogle Howell. W. Ralph Peacock. Cora C. Dwelly. Doris L. Terwilliger. 1915 Graduates Gladys W. Smith. Edith L. Mander. Estella C. Fues. Frank J. Hurley. Helen W. Duggan. William J. Marum. Clyde J. Zoia. Mary J. Daniels. Gladys A. Pugh. Carolyn Kilburne. Gladyce C. Murphy. Florence E.Callinan. Alice M. Severson. Margaret G. Howard. Ethel P. Callinan. Bessie H. McConnell. Howard L. Wright. Edwin M. Kemerling. Delbert F. Reed. Marguerite E. Hayes. Harold E. Reese. John M Stafford. Emil C. Schuett. Marian I. Marble. Lisle L. Mathews. 1916 Graduates Maude Anderson. Mildred Mergener. Donald Bolger. Marion Murphy. Marion Callinan. Grant Nolan. Clarice Chittenden. Justin Nolan. Frank Colton. Lillian Peet. William Croak. Bessie Reese. Mildred Dibler. Irene Rowley. Helen Eckert. George Rushton. Florence Eppel. Thelma Smith. Hadley Thompson. Florence Trott. Ethel Wienke. Clinton Wienke. Flora Fish. Gertrude Stamets. Phoebe Wilson. Mayna Getchell. Marion Greene. Eugene Griebel. Vera Hughes. Irene Jayne. Elizabeth Moritz. Clarence Sherburne. 1917 Graduates Martha D. Beck. Eva V. Johnson. Vera F. Bumsted. Dorothy M. Knaack. Emma G. Cannon. Mabel L. Mander. Bessie W. Clark. Frank L. McBroom. Edward W. Cooney. Mary G. McCabe. Mary E. Desmond. George A. Moritz. Helen B. Donnelly. Delia M. Newman. Irving H. Eppel. Signe K. Peterson. Hazel A. Frame. Mary P. Rasmussen. Esther C. Schuett. Howard F. Goddard. Grace F. Guth. Nettie E. Thomas. Mary V. Hughes. Madeline V. Dimmell. Harold W. Justen. Margaret M. Hurley. Raymond J.Williams. Helen S. Windmueller. Margaret B. McConnell. Benjamin R. Williams. 1918 Graduates Ebba I. M. Anderson. Edna C. Horton. Adeline S. Anderson. Mable I. Kiser. Herbert C. Behrens. Leitha B. McIntyre. Walter S. Draheim. Alice K. Mortenson. Ralph T. Eckert. Frank C. Olsen. Helen S. Freeman. Georgia M. Peet. Marie F. Gallagher. Marguerite M. Pugh. Alice A. Green. Mary G. Shipton. Mary R. Griffiths. Ellen L. Simmons. Helen K. Hansman. Lulu E. Stein. Ralph A. Heywood. Bessie K. Wienke. 1919 Graduates Ivan C. Abbott. Delpha M. Gerhart. Addie B. Axland. Margaret B. Wyman. A. B. McConnell. Esther M. Peters. Olive A. Dygert. Edith V. Letsler. Grace I. Gile. Lesta Heaton. Lillian D. Hummel. Walter J. Schuett. Alice B. Rogers. Helen A. Smalley. 1920 Graduates Harold B. Belcher. Thomas H. Wilson. Grace M. Horick. Hazel M. McNett. Millard C. Brink. Harold L. Peet. Julia A. Freeman. Alice L. Ogle. Erma M. Schwabe. Mary H. Alber. Karry E. Nelson. John C. Asmus. Anne L. Wiberg. La Verne Fisher. Gladys M. Conrad. Evelyn Lindvall. Raphael J. Hecht. Elsa C. Fisher. Kenneth W. Harvey. F. William Jung. Audrey E. Jacobs. Paul E. Haley. Marguerite B. Hansler. Anna M. Wurtzlnger. Dorothea C. Zimmerman. 1921 Graduates Irene F. Hurley. Agnes C. Peters. Alta M. Hutson. Lester W. Rummel. Zelma E. L. Hutson. Paul L. Smith. Madeline O. Lang. Melvin M. Stuessy. Keneth D. Lascelle. Earl H. Sweetland. Ada M. Lloyd. Donald F. Taylor. Edwin C. Mead. Grayce Tryon. Fred L. Mead. Muriel G. Tutell. Clifford L. Merwin. Emma W. Wiberg. Edith L. Meyer. Helen F. Wienke. Senorita E. Moore. Edna C. Wilson. Mary E. Newman. Ruby M. Yardley. Helen E. Northrop. Raymond T. Risvold. Percy H. Billings. Harold E. Corr. Helen L. Bolger. Arthur J. Evans. Helen M. Boyce. Mary B. Freeman. J. Kirby Bransby. Hazel K. Friend. Grace M. Callinan. Theodore T. Graham. Eelanor R. Anderson. Martha H. Broderman. Berneice M. Harrison. Florence M. Hoffmeyer. Lillian A. M. Severing. 1922 Graduates Paul B. Bonslett. Elizabeth A. Jung. Jaradene Van Hise. Winifield J. Tuttle. Isabelle R. Nelson. Anella M. Brown. Lloyd A. McCannon. Irene M. Freeman. Marion E. Wienke. James L. Lang.Ethel E. Taylor. Frank T. Corson. Kenneth B. Prouty. Clarice M. Miner. Gladys L. Mann. John Beebe. G. Vernon Besley. Lorie A. Dean. Amy A. Brink. Alice M. Haley. Emma A. Matthei. Lester I. Kirkman. Dorothy Frey. Ruth Gehrs. Fred M. Gleason. Elwood D. Howell. Laurietta A. Alt. Emma L. Fehrman. Mabel C. Wilson. Grace E. Smith. Merton C. Fisher. Byron W. Schaller. Mary A. Trott. Nina Black. Kenneth Dacy. Mabel Black. P. Kenneth Rawson. Armand C. Wittenberg. Mildred M. Kellerman. 1923 Graduates Luella M. Johnson. James F. Brink. Eleanor R. Jung. Olive I. Buckley. Theresa B. Kaiser. Albert B. Carlson. Darlene Kennedy. Mildred I. Clark. Edith J. Kline. Elmer Christensen. Irene J. Kontny. Dawn DeWolf. Arlene R. Mann. Orville S. Disbrow. John McConnell. Sydney I. Disbrow. Pearl McNett. William A. Ebert. May E. Michnick. Grace M. Eddy. Edna M. Nelson. Ruby A. Everill. Clarence Olson. Harold Evans. Dorothy V. Olson. Irwin Feltman. Florence M. Peet. Leland H. Fish. Richard Quinlan. Edythe Fisher. Joseph Schalz. Ernest F. Fues. Paul A. Schwabe. Alice L. Gile. Marie Sullivan. Adelaide Greenleaf. Ethel M. Thomas. Marjorie L. Hamer. Roy L. Thompson. Darlene Hawver. Frederick Trantow. Bernice Hurley. Donald Wheeler. Olive M. Harrison. Harold Wolfe. Wilhelmina Schildt. Agnes V. Wolf. Ralph A .McConnell. Buelah M. Yardley. Kenneth M. Gay. Elwood Bartlett. Dorothy F. Desmond. Jennie G. Bean. Michael L. Sullivan. Ralph Bransby. Winifred E..Smouse. 1924 Graduates Harold Abbott. Gladys E. Risvold. Dorothy L. Beebe. Endyn M. Schalz. Mary M. Bolger. Helen V. Shaw. Dorothy A. Bradt. Harold E. Steinke. Hazel L. Carlson. Bayrd Still. Roy E. Carlton. T. Dwight Steussy. Howard Glosson. Lynn A. Sweetland. Howard C. Conn. James S. Thomas. Anna E. Collen. Pauline O. Vieregg. Sidney G. Corson. Milton P. Ward. Frances K. Dean. Donald A. Wicks. Arthur Desmond. Edward W. Wilson. Walter H. Eckert. Ethel M. Wilson. Margaret D. Fay. John H. Young. Irvin G. Fierke. George J. Moriarty. Edward A. Field. Noble B. Anderson. Eleanor E. Green. Eleanor G. Averill. Ruth I. Gregory. William H. DeWolf. Albert T. Griebel. Howard W. Courier. Irwin A. Hecht. Frances L. Fischer. Edith L. Heider. Helen M. Fitzhenry. Clyde E. Holmes. Beatrice D. Lumley. Adelbert W. Hoy. John W. Hammond. Earl M. Hughes. Bernadine C. M. Bates. Edna M. Jessup. Theodore L. Hamer. Faith A. Rawson. George E. Lamphere. Mary E. Lemmers. Llewellyn L. McNett. Wilberne Marks. Russell W. Schneider. Helen L. Miller. Carroll W. Sherburne. Gladys H. Mills. Margaret H. Thomas. Elmer C. Miner. Irene LeMay Thomas. Karl A. Moritz. Arline G. Westerman. John T. Morris. Carlton E. Wittenberg. Helen Peterson. Julianna E. Schneider. May R. Pugh. William J. Keating. 1925 Graduates Grace Doering. Merlin A. Herdklotz, A. Ward Drill. Vincent A. Hokanson. Glenn F. Dygert. Raymond W. Jensen. Florence Field. Eleanor N. Kellerman. Alice M. French. Pearl E. Anderson. Helen D. Hauprise. Paul Anderson. Thelma A. Hayes. Dorothy C. Austin. Fred A. Heider. Margaret E. Belcher. C. Edwin Hewitt. Norma Bodenschatz. Vivian M. Hock. Ardis B. Buckley. Ulla Kallhauge. Charles W. Butler. Harold Ackman. Klaron M. Carmack. Louise K. Alt. Arnold Christensen. Leota M. Battern. Margaret H. Lang. Florence E. Bech. Terrissa L. Marvin. John W. Bowers. Albert W. Mathison. Earl K. Boyce. Lyle E. McCannon. Ida Brink. Roland B. McCannon. Dorothy I. Dean. William H. Sorenson. Paul D. Lonie. Lucille M. Stratton. Howard R. Miller. Regina M. Sullivan. Melvin L. Miller. Grace M. Thompson. James L. Moricoli. Dorothea E. Wienke. Laurine C. Nester. Lanneta S. Wienke. Nellie E. Perkins. Iona L. Wilkerson. James R. Pierce. Mary E. Doolittle. Grace R. Quinlan. Mary K. Draheim. Anna A. Schildt. Clarence C. Foote. Lucy M. Thomas. Florence E. Frame. Mary I. Toles. Flora M. Freeman. Victor Tuttle. Raymond A. Fues. John A. Vieregg. Elizabeth A. Green. Eliza S. Westphal. William J. Hanley. Ruth I. Wilson. Evalyn I. Peterson. James W. Wolfe. Hazel C. Peterson. Harold B. Wright. Walter B. Besley. Marguerite A. Desmond. 1926 Graduates Esther L. Austin. William H. Doering. Clemens Berg. Kenneth L. Farley. Albert W. Bier. Margie E. Francis. Ernest A. Bohn. Elmer D. Gregory. Helen M. Butler. Francis J. Hallisy. Ida I. Eppel. Clifford G. Hanes. Lola D. Fish. Arlene J. Hawver. Laura V. Gile. E. William Lehman. George M. Hoy. Zella F. McDowall. Alice L. Larsen. Stella I. Merwin. Robert F. Lewis. Celia V. Michnick. Hannah K. Mills. Marguerite R Ohls. Marie M. Moritz. Edward A. Parker. Rose A. Muldoon. Joseph G. Peacock. Joyce M. Nogle. Auvergne B. Pratt. Helen L. Oleson. Dorothy A. Schiller. Vera V. Oleson. J. Robert Schneider. John B. Ryan. Lucyle L. Schwambe. Colette M. Haley. Marcellus E. Senne. Edith P. Tappah. Margaret C. Stone. James G. Tappan. Madeline M. Stupfel. Lucia L. Tappan. Mary L. Wilkerson. Vivian L. Ward. Matthew H. Riley. Vernon J. Wiberg. Evelyn D. Steinke. Harold E. Wicks. Helene A. Wilson. Grant L. Wilcox. James R. Green. Mary J. Zoia. Jesse M. Stewart. Alyce M. Schumacher. Henry W. Schumacher. Marshall H. Woodbury. Donald E. Bodenschatz. Thomas H. Brownrigg. Evangeline A. DeWolf. Josephine C. O'Halleran. Marguerite L. Hansmann. 1927 Graduates Ruth Beebe. Mabel M. Whiston. Clarence A. Beu. Garnet T. Stamets. Hazel F. Bliss. Clark J. Peterson. Myrtle I. Bliss. Dwight L. Lichty. Francis Bodwell. Evelyn R. Wheeler. Edith V. Boyce. Harold G. H. Beth. Ruth M. Carlson. Sybil A. Nienstedt. James P. Conley. Gernila A. Andrews. Robert F. Dewey. Ronald O. Baymiller. Philip B. Evans. Donald J. Desmond. Ethel I. Feltman. Walter H. Freeman. Edith I. Gorham. Ingrid V. Gustafson. Ina E. Griebel. Dwight L. Hershey. Robert J. Haley. Lynnette R. Hewit. John Hanley. Viola J. Hokanson. Lillie A. Heider. Myrtle V. Huffman. Arlene K. Hobe. Charles F. Johansen. John W. Kelsey. Emerson C. Kunda. Mabel E. Knapp. Claribel E. Martin. Roy E. Myhre. Paul D. McConnell. Irene M. Oleson. Robert M. McConnell. Roma L. Rawson. Marion J. Mikkelson. Delbert O. Ryan. Chester W. Peterson. Lynn Schwantes. Lawrence A. Ruppert. Iva L. Shaw. Albert W. Schneider. Donald J. Still. Grace M. Stompanato. Lorayne E. Tutell. Grover C. Sweetland. Robert Vieregg. Allan J. Thompson. Frances M. Wells. Dorothy K. Thorne. Theodore C. Kreuger. Mareta B. Bodenschatz. 1928 Graduates Carl Austin. Wallace Johnson. Helen Brown. Alice Kniebusch. Luretta Brown. Bunker Romans. Ruth Carlyle. Rosalie Schinner. Leslie Burbank. Lester Anderson. Olive Emery. Charles Boothby. Melvin Everill. Harriet Brewer. Mary Harmes. Jennette Burbank. Grace V. Hock. Carolyn Charles. Harold Jensen. Walter Christiansen. Louise Jessup. Lorraine Dygert. Doris Johnson. Hugh Francisco. Sarah Johnson. Clifford Gregory. Harold Krull. Margaret Hanes. Doris Mallette. Dorothy Hokanson. John Murphy. Edith Hollarbush. Muriel Mentzer. Richard Maxwell. Ervin Nester. Beatrice Rockefeller. John Reynolds. Emma Sohneidewind. Howard Risvold. Robert Sherman. Joseph Ritter. Stanley Silliman. Margaret Senz. Elmer Soderberg. Henry Skow. Margaret Stamets. George Smith. Helen Thompson. Oliver Stratton. Floyd Wilmington. Mason Toles. Dwight Wilson. 1929 Graduates Edith H. Bohn. Ruth M. Johnson. Alice M. Clark. Helen O. Ohlrich. Leta A. Clark. Marie F. Backus. Frances Engeln. Elmer M. Benson. Valerie Gasser. Carl A. Peterson. Roger R. Goff. Gale Rockefeller. Lucile H. Helm. Louise V. Heider. Mary L. Hoy. Russell D. Knapp. Sylvia Z. Knell. Franella E. Bodwell. Louise M. Jung. Teresa R. Buttino. Ethel D. Kohl. Ebba W. Carlson. Ivan V. Markee. Dorothy E. Freeman. David W. Larkin. Frank P. Freeman. Roy E. Nickels. Frank D. Hendricks. John G. Pace. Arline B. Herdklotz. Leroy Peet. Marion R. Hershey. Nanette Sahs. Ethel A. Hollarbush. Cora B. Sweet. Marguerite H. Moss. Vera Wilson. Helen B. Stamets. Lyhton Thomas. Leroy W. Stewart. Jean Wittenberg. Walter W. Riedesel. Ethel L. Zickhur. John W. C. Peters. William S. McConnell. Walter F. Schneidewind. 1930 Graduates Elmer L. Aavang. Donald Tappan. Marjorie Austin. Julius A. Thomas, Leila Baars. Lucille M. Miller. Bethel Brink. Carol L. Nienstedt. Forrest Brown. Geraldine O'Brien. Carol Carmack. Harold L. Perkins. Marjorie Carr. Wesley R. Peterson. Jaunita Conerty. Clarence G. Pugh. Ruth N. Conerty. Mydella Rawson. John Coonrad. Harold P. Skow. Earl B. Courier. Leonard G. Thomas. Edward C Ferris. J. Robert Wienke. Paul Hyder. Ernest W. Bates, Jr. Harold A. Jensen. Wesley C. Brewer. Ruth M. Kallhauge. Raymond Francisco. Leila E. Kelsey. Jeannette A. Getchell. Harris S. Kunda. Hazel M. Gorham. Rosella M. Lang. Weldon W. Gratton. Dorothy E. Lasch. Lowell E. Graves. Delmar E. Lichty. Laurence T. Herman. Lucille Rogers. Gladys C. Mikkelsen. Gertrude Stone. Ellen R. Sullivan. Marjorie V. Bernhardt. Caroline E. O. Anderson. 1931 Graduates Mary D. L. Burns. Benjamin P. Ames. Robert O. Burto.n Marinda M. Bates. Mary G. Charles. Alice Blanchard. Winifred Charles. Richard P. Brown. John A. Cichocki. James M. Burbank. Marian E. Collen. Everette C. Anderson. Mary E. Eckert. Pauline R. Andrew. Harold S. Everill. John E. Bodenschatz. Norma Fish. Winifred L. Bosshard. Bert Garey. Hilda Christophesen. George Gaylord. Kenneth W. Conerty. Ned W. Glenn. Henrietta Dickinson. Virginia Hanes. Berneice I. Gaulke. Mary Harvey. Arthur H. Gustafson. Irvin J. Jensen. Edna M. Johansen. Vera Johansen. Clarence W. Krause. John F. Joorfetz. LeRoy M. Krueger. Lillian J. Knell. Harold J. Ladwig. Esther E. Kohl. Eugene M. Lawson. Helen E. Mann. Mary H. McConnell. George F. Mills. Alna W. Messmann. Erva E. Milton. Vera I. Messmann. John R. Musser. Vernon N. Mikkelson. Eva P. Nelson. Mildred E. Silliman. Martha Romans. Earl H. Sincerbox. Horace M. Sears. Kathryn C. Sinding. Ethel C. Silliman. Marguerite I. Smith. Vera F. Schuett. Emery Hansmann. Stanley W. Stone. Harold D. Wilson. Norma D. Taylor. Lester Welcome. Irma M. Wagner. Delia Widmayer. Marguerite S. Kaufman. E. Marguerite Merrell. Helen M. Schneidewind. William C. Wittenberg. 1932 Graduates Donald F. Baier. Annya D. Blackburn. Gordon T. Clark. Dorothy A. Burbank. Robert J. DeWolf. S. Corabel Charles. Lee E. Emery. R. Stanely Charles. Grace M. Francis. William H. Feltman. Thomas E. Frame. Frances E. Getchell. Gladys I. Gaulke. Alfred B. Mansfield. John E. Gibson. Mary A. Niccolai. Violet M. Gratton. Claude H. Nickels. Carla B. Hanson. Evelyn M. Ohlrich. Phoebe M. Hart. Donald E. Schuett. Mary F. Holmes. Howard R. Seagrist. Alice G. Jones. Kathryn J. Stedman. Julia L. Jones. Violet M. Steinmetz. Eugene R. Kuhn. Audrey F. Swanson. Walter A. Ladwig. Helen D. Thompson. Frances M. Lang. Florence Blanchard. Jane E. McClure. Harvey L. Christensen. Lynn E. Merwin. Marjorie E. Donaldson. Roy E. Meyer. Virginia E. Schwantes. John S. Parker. Andrey A. Westerman. 1933 Graduates Raymond B. Sahs. Lois L. Lichty. Viola B. Saylor. Helen Miller. Ruth S. Schildt. Laura A. Parker. Ben Stedman. Mary E. Pierce. Alfred H. Stone. Gladys M. Pigg. Lester H. Weiss. Lavern Porter. Floyd E. Wilcox. Harry Ritter. Clifton J. Wrede. John Romans. Carl H. Wrede. Norma D. Schroeder. Erma F. Wolf. Evelyn M. Simmons. Ethel L. Aavang. Gladys M. Sincerbox. Mary H. Austin. Elizabeth L. Thomas. Mary E. Baier. Frances L. Turner. Margary M. Bell. Dorothy A. Walton. Ruth S. Bigelow. Edan I. Wickham. Adah M. Burger. Arlene A. Bernhardt. Kenneth K. Doty. Gazenia R. Beard. Doris M. Eckert. John B. Bokemeier. Charles Fay. Margaret E. Butts. Lyle R. Gasser. Winifred E. Dunker. Ethel J. Griebel. Edward R. Frank. Helen Harvey. Mae Frederickson. Patricia Harvey. Mildred P. Freeman. Glayds S. Heider. Harold G. Huffman. Mary A. Hobart. Harold G. Knutson. Julia M. Horr. Donald T. Larson. Irene M. Jensen. Burnell A. Leonard. Laura R. Jensen. Lucille B. Mengs. Frances A. Kiltz. Charles H. Newman. Beverly L. Kiltz. Harold F. Reese. Henry J. Knell. Bertha Rosenthal. James Larson. Gilbert L. Wright. John W. Gaylord. Albert R. Rockefeller. Aileen E. Dirrenberger. Virginia E. Rasmussen. George W. Halderman. Margaret M. Steffeensen. 1934 Graduates Bessie Aavang. Helen J. Cummins. Jessie M. Eckert. Kenneth Feltman. Charles Gaulke. Laverne Gasser. Harold Gaylord. Rachel Granger. Marie Gustafson. Edna Hanaford. Pearl Hendricks. Edward Hipps. James Holmes. Irene Johansen. Edward Hipps. James Holmes. Irene Johansen. Henry Johnson. Marjorie Kiltz. Arlene Kollberg. Charles Krieger. Ralph Kristensen. James Lounsbury. Eugene Maxwell. Eleanor Nienstedt. William O'Brien. Willard Rogers. Dorothy Rosewall. Roger Ruppert. Arthur Westerman. Robert Wurtzinger. Spencer Young. Donald Schmidt. Norma Stamets. Stanley Stienke. Arthur Thomas. Melvin Zickuhr. Carolyn Ladwig. John Ames. Verda Anderson. Glenn Benoy. Arthur Brewer. Edward Cannon. Eleanor Clark. Joe Conner. Elsie Dierzen. Elmer Eckert. John Emery. Myrtle Fink. Garvin Frame. Jack Freund. Hazel Gates. Ora Gay. Floyd Kuhn. Mable Langhoff. Jack Mershon. Lucy Meyer. Dorothy Miller. Mary Morris. Jaine Nichol. George Pace. Evelyn Reese. Ruth Ryan. Phyllis Tryon. Harold Wagner. Kurt Warnquist. Paul White. Wendella White. Marcel Wilson. Laura Wright. Marie Zenz 1935 Graduates Alice Austin. Bernice Axelson. Gustav Axelson. Ernest Bauman. Melvin Belcher. Irvin Beth. Paul Eckert. Luella Everill. Frances Fay. Gladys Gancar. Clara Gratton. Maudie Hart. Karlen Hecht. Robert Howe. Hamilton Hoy. Frances Jahn. Arlene Jensen. Charles Jensen. Dorothy Jones. Elmer Judson. Elinor Jursich. George Knaack. Bessie Knell. Mildred Knuth. Betty Koblentz. Keith Landwer. Ernest Larson. Silas Milton. Evelyn Ode. Lyle Paulsen. Martha Pigg. Elinor Rahn. Harold Readel. Wendell Reed. Ruth Schmidt. Norma Senne. Alvin Walter. Elsie Thomas. Joan Adolphsen. Maxine Anderson. Nellie Bernardoni. Mary J. Buckley. George Cairns. Thomas Charles. Robert Conley. Marion Conner. Alma R. Cowlin. Emmerson Curtis. Stuart Diggins. Arthur Dillevig. Theodore Ferris. Frances Garland. William Glawe. Norman Johnson. Audrey McDonald. Gwendolyn Mills.. Elizabeth Moore. Robert Murray. Marvin Nickels. Leland Niewerth. Howard Pieper. Daniels Rawson. Evelyn Schmidt. Frances Schwabe. Arene Seagrist. Blanche. Shales. Betty Simmons. William Stamets. Bruce Steinke. Russel Stewart Milton Stockman. Josephine Taylor. Marian Tryon. Carlin Tucker. Howard Walkington. Donald Wilkerson. 1936 Graduates Dan Andrew. Carol Austin. Melvin Austin. Wilma Boeker. Bonnie Cairns. Leroy Carlson. John Coe. Lillian Dedina. Mary Hart. Lois Jones. Donald Kiltz. Lois Knaack. John Lehman. Robert Lorenz. Lester Luedtke. Joyce Marshall. Marian Martin. Willard Marvis. Robert Miles. Julia Moskal. Maude Nickels. Sylvia Nolan. Helen Parker. Ellen Paulsen. Robert Peet. Dorothy Peteit. George Perkins. Doris Pigg. Laura Russie. Lillian Seibel. Hazel Shales. Erwin Walters. Frank Weeks. Norma White. Charles Wolf. Dorothy Wrede. Russell Andrew. Raymond Benoy. Lorrain Dirrenberger. Floyd E. Eckert, Jr. Raymond Figlewicz. Duwayne Fox. Grant Fredrickson. Russell Gasser. Edward Gorenflo. Norman Hall. Gunnar Hanson. Oliver Hansman. Alvin Herdlklotz. George Hesselgrave. Ethel Johannessen. Virginia Johnson. Robert Johnson. Lorraine Jursich. Donald Kraemer. Patricia Murphey. William Musse.r Burton McBroom. Kenneth McDonald. Robert Peacock. Azel Rasmussen. Robert Schneider. Edmund Skoney. Edward Spencer. Robert Stedman. Mary Stephens. Luvena Thevenot. Marjorie Thoma. Muriel Thompson. William Thompson. Raymond Youngberg. Yew Trees The taxus, or "real yews," as some call these trees, because they had the name before the podocarpus was known, are headed by what we call the "English yew, though its native heath stretches from England across Europe to North Africa and the Himalayas, notes a writer in the Los Angeles Times. "In days of old, when knights were bold and barons held their sway," all were armed with bows of yew, made from taxus baccata, the so-called English yew. In fact, it is said that the word yeoman was originally yewman, one armed with bow and arrows. This tree becomes, with age, of noble proportions. Rarely more than sixty feet high, it is a widespreading tree with an occasional trunk diameter of more than eight feet. Ancient Treadpowers Treadpowers represent an early stage in the revoultion of farmers against back-breaking hand labor. Like sweeppower, another early step in farm mechanization, the treadpower was operated by horses, oxen and other farm animals to pump water, thresh grain and to turn a wide variety of machinery. Both types of power gave way to steam, which enjoyed no general acceptance for stationary engines on the farm because it involved a fire hazard. CLAY STREET SCHOOL [PHOTO] PAGE SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition CITY OF WOODSTOCK WATER AND LIGHT; FIRE DEPARTMENT If there be one thing more than another in which all of the people take great delight and over which their pride is aroused, it is the municipal water and light plant, abutting on First street and covering practically 10,000 square feet of space, for the truth is that no city in Illinois is provided with a more abundant supply of the purest of aqua pura or any that is equal to that owned and controlled by the municipality of Woodstock. For the purposes of this write-up we are going to quote somewhat from an article published in The Sentinel of Dec. 19, 1901, in order to more vividly show the growth of this popular municipal establishment, which not only furnishes pure water, brilliant electric light and superior power, but provides the city with protection from the fire fiend unequalled in this section of the country. After the fire of 1872, which destroyed the larger part of the east side of the square, the citizens of Woodstock raised a purse and purchased a fire engine, although as early as 1857 they had purchased one that would not throw water. This last purchased engine was used upon occasion until after several other bad fires, although many of our readers well remember its inefficiency, the water having been obtained from reservoirs located at the corners of the park and in various parts of the city, and being frequently inadequate. Water Works Started After the big fire of 1893 a public agitation began for the establishment of an efficient system of waterworks for fire protection, and in May, 1894, a lot was purchased and a well was sunk to a depth of 1014 feet. A reservoir 40 feet in diameter and 10 feet deep was constructed, and a complete pumping outfit was put in, a stand-pipe 16 feet in diameter and 80 feet high was erected near the west ena of Jackson street, which is still in use, and the contract was let for the laying of 20,679 feet of water mains and 42 hydrants. A standpipe pressure of 60 pounds was secured for the business part of the city, which could he increased to meet any requirements by using the pipes direct. By the middle of the summer of 1895 the contract was fulfilled and for the first time in her history Woodstock was provided with fire protection that was adequate for any possible contingency. Later a third deep well was added to the others and two wells on the Olson place. Said the writer of 1901: "Thrice since the erection of the first power house additions have been made to the building, and later a new well more than 1000 feet deep was drilled, to which was attached one of Fairbanks, Morse & Co.'s best deep-well pumps, so that, with the two wells an ample supply of water has been secured for the growing demands of the city, furnishing water for the homes and lawns of the people and providing a reserve for any possible cases of fire." In our issue of December, 1901, we said: "The last addition to the power house is now in the last stage of completion, making a structure that is both imposing and of sufficient capacity to house and protect the city's engines and its electric light dynamos and other apparatus." Power House Improvements That was surely "a pipe dream," for since that date three more additions and extensions and alterations have been made to the original structure, a a complete boiler house has been constructed, now housing two boilers with room for four and one more new one now coming as this article is written. There has also been constructed a fire-proof water softening building, complete with iron-removal, softening and filtration; also a cooling tower in 1928 and three cells added since. The softener is a series of seven vats that remove all impurities from the water as it comes from the ground, leaving it absolutely pure and wholesome for the consumption of the populace. Said the article of 35 years ago: "Since the original water pipe lines were laid there have been several extensions prayed for and allowed by the city council, increasing the lines until we have about five miles of pipe laid, from which nearly every dwelling in tho city can be reached for purposes of fire protection and from which to supply most of the people with the needed water for their residences and lawns." Since that time the pipage has been augmented many times, so that its amount would be difficult to estimate. At the present time there are only two wells, all five of the previous wells having been abandoned, as it was found that the needed water was far less distant underground, which, had been passed by when the original wells were drilled. Said the writer of 1901: "At the time of the writing of this article there are 264 consumers of city water, 173 paying according to the records of he meters and the remainder paying the flat rate at first adopted by the city authorities. The flat rate was $5 per year for household use and $3 for sprinkling. The users of meters, as a general rule, do not pay quite as much as this, although there are a number of consumers whose water tax will aggregate from $5 to $15 per quarter, especially during the summer seasons, according to the freedom or reserve with which they use the water, the meters protecting the city against wasteful use of the same." Two Wells At the present time there are two wells, one 194 feet deep and the other 204 feet deep, all five other wells having been abandoned in 1920, and the equipment consists of two Layne & Bowler turbine pumps, with a capacity of 2,900 gallons per minute, which were put into service on the last date mentioned. The consumers of water have increased to about 1,400, and all pay on he meter system with a minimum rate of $8 for drinking water—no flat rate, all using meters. The original heaters on the boilers have been displayed with a new one and another Will supplant it in a short time, possibly within the year. Since the establishment of this system of waterworks no fire has been able to gain sufficient headway to prevent its speedy subjugation by the members of the fire department, for once they have located a blaze, the pressure of water is of such volume that no fire can long withstand its' attack. As a result of the efficiency of the department insurance rates have steadily decreased throughout the city, thus recompensing the citizens for the assessments they endured in order that this system might be constructed and paid for. The saving in insurance alone has more than offset, in many cases, the taxes paid by the citizens on account of the establishment of the waterworks, and they are the winners, as 15 per cent of the gross income from the plant is now diverted to the general revenue funds of the city, thus reducing direct taxes. The building of this system of waterworks was accomplished during the administration of Mayor Donovan and reflected credit on him and his fellow-laborers of the council, and was a forward movement of which they were justly proud. Electric Lights Installed It was in the year 1897, during the first administration of Mayor Jewett, that the move was made which resulted in the establishment of a system of electric lights, the power being obtained from the same boilers in the city power house, which is the home of both the water and light plants. The writer of 1901 said: "To obtain this power, however, it was necessary to add another boiler to the plant. This new boiler was built by the Aurora Boiler works. It is five feet in diameter and 16 feet long, with a nominal power of 90-horse. It is provided with a Reliance safety water alarm column, which will instantly give a signal with a blast from a whistle in case the water goes below the safety point in the boiler. The boiler is capable of standing a working pressure of 125 pounds. It was given a cold water test of 200 pounds to the square inch by the Hartford Boiler Inspection Co. It is also provided with an Ashton safety pop-valve to prevent an over-pressure of steam." He also said: "The heater was also made by the Aurora Boiler works, and will heat water for the boiler up to 210 degrees Fahrenheit before it is pumped into the boiler for use. The heater is so arranged that the exhaust steam from the engine and pumps passes through it and is brought into control with the cold water, thereby heating the water and thus saving much otherwise lost heat. The water is afterwards strained and clarified by the action of the compartments in the heater and is then drawn off by the boiler feed-pump and forced into the boiler for use. The heater is provided with a hot-water thermometer, with a pressure gauge and with an automatic valve which keeps the water in the heater constantly at the same level, no matter how rapidly or how slowly the same may be drawn therefrom by the pump." The 1901 writer also said: "The engine for the light plant was built by the Gates Iron works, of Chicago, but after four years of use its inefficiency was so thoroughly established that the council the past summer went to Oswego, N. Y., where they purchased from the Ames Iron Co. two mammoth engines of improved pattern, which necessitated the last addition to the power house spoken of elsewhere in this article. These engines were installed as this article was being written in December, 1901." Another Pipe Dream The writer added: "These engines, being of the latest patterns, are triumphs of the machinist's art, calculated to be of sufficient capacity to supply the needs of the plant for all time to come." It was also said in 1901: The electrical apparatus for the light, plant was all built by the Fort Wayne Electrical corporation, of Ft. Wayne, Ind. It consists of one arc dynamo with a capacity of 60 200-candle power arc lamps, an incandescent dynamo with a capacity of 1500 16-candle-power incandescent lights, 55 2000-candle-power arc lamps, 600-light capacity in transformers and 600-light capacity in electric meters. Besides this, there goes with the alternator a small dynamo called the exciter, which furnishes the current for the alternator. There is also a switch-board which is a large marble slab carrying upon it the main line switches, rheostats, current detectors, station transformers, fuse blocks, lightning arrestors, volt meters, ammeters, plugs and station meters. These are the various devices used for protecting the electrical apparatus from lightning, grounds and short circuits, and for keeping the lamps and various circuits up to their proper brilliancy, and the station meter is for the purpose of measuring the entire electrical output of the entire electrical output of the station." This original lighting plant was installed by Adams, Green & Co., of Morrison, Ill., who made a specialty of building electric light systems for municipal corporations, the contract price having been $12,500. Mr. Adams had had an experience of 15 years in this kind of work, and after the plant was established he became an employee of the city and had much to do with the operation of the system his company had installed. Old Equipment Gone But practically all of the equipment described above was discarded and the original engines were displaced by 1921, for in 1919 there was installed a Nordburg uniflow engine, with a capacity of 380 kilowatts, which, with an Allis-Chalmers Corliss, with 180 kilowatts capacity, gives a total of 560 kilowatts. This was thought sufficient until 1928, when the city added a 1250 kilowatts General Electric turbine generator and in 1931 added 2500 kilowatts to its capacity, which is today's Mectric and power equipment. The original switch-board was revamped and changed to meet requirements as they developed until 1936, when the city installed a new metal-clad switch-board of Westinghouse make, it being the last word in switching gear, which is now in operation and adequate for future requirements, so constructed that all of the working parts are concealed, thus avoiding the dangers that prevailed when the original switch-board was in place. Water Softener It may be well to add that the water softener recently installed, and which is delivering to the consumers the finest water they ever enjoyed, has a capacity of 1,000,000 gallons per day. Lime and sodium sulphate are used in the settling basins and clarifiers, but a very small percentage of this remains when the water flows or is pumped into the mains, so that it is practically negligible. The construction of the original plant required the erection of 442 poles, and the number has steadily increased until at the present time there are about 1,200, which dot all of our streets. The council was careful, however, to provide that no poles should be erected around the public square. These poles were originally painted, the first six feet black and the remainder white, but later the color scheme was changed and they are all painted green. Those who are familiar with conditions in other cities say that our poles are far ahead of them all in symmetry and straightness. The system at first stretched a total distance of 10 miles, but now it stretches to about 35 miles and the wire used in its construction has increased from 26 to about 50 miles. The light and water plant was in charge of A. C. Adams for some time after its operation began, he acting under the direction of the public property committee of the city council, and he was succeeded by Thomas B. Swale, who became very popular with the public during the several years he was on the job up to the time of his departure for Beloit, Wis., his present home. The first engineer was William Wienke, a native of this city, and the trimmer was Fred Sahs, both of whom were faithful and industrious employees until their retirement. For many years the superintendent of the plant was John Bolger who looked after all details, collected the bills and in a general way heeded the requests of the public and listened to their complaints, if any, always with a courtesy that marked him as a capable man for the place. Growth of Plant The growth of our light and water system has been astonishing. As soon as the plant had been established the people began wiring their homes and places of business for incandescent lights and we became in truth a modern and up-to-date city. About 260 arc lamps light the public streets. The 1935 report from the plant shows that the revenue for the year from light and electricity for power was $124,205.26 and from the sale of water the sum of $18,742.10. As before stated, 15 per cent of the gross from the sale of electricity is diverted to the general revenue fund of the city, there being about $20,000 thus diverted in 1935. The new switch-board installed this year cost about $15,000. The light is all gauged by the meter system, and the plant has given such good service and is so liberally patronized by the public that it eventually became self-sustaining and is now a real asset to the city. For the past 14 years the superintendent and chief engineer of the plant has been C. Kendall Austin, a son of the late B. S. Austin, grocer, while the electrician is John Seagrist, who has held the place for 21 years, both being very capable operators, and they are assisted by the following named persons: Assistant Engineer— Charles Perkins. Operators—Karl and Lyle Schacht. Firemen—John Morris, Arthur Hollarbush, Matthew Riley-and William Schneider. Assistant Electricians—Richard Ferrell, on streets and alleys; Walter Mengs on sewers and water, Meter Reader—Edward Comisky. The present mayor, William R. Burns and the members of the committee on public property—in fact, all of the members of the council—are devoting a great deal of time to the plant and watching its growth and seeing that the people get the meed of service out of the same, and they are to be commended for the results so plainly shown—and, as stated at the beginning of this article, Woodstock is proud of her water and light plant, the superior of any similar institution in the state in a city of this size. Early Fire Fighters The conveniences for fighting fire in the earlier days consisted of good old bucket brigades, made up of long rows of men equipped with buckets, which were filled from wells or cisterns, and the filled buckets were passed from man to man for the purpose of extinguishing blazes. And was it an almost hopeless task? But many incipient fires were overcome and much property was saved even in this crude way. Then along in the earlier days of the city an alleged fire engine was secured, which proved almost a hopeless venture, as it was a failure in many respects and there was little water available. Later a real fire engine was secured, with long arms at the two sides, which had to be pumped by willing-hands to conduct water to the place of trouble, but some fine work was done with it as it drew from one or the other of the cisterns that had been constructed at the corners of the park, cisterns that were submerged beneath the surface of the ground and that proved of limited capacity if the blaze proved stubborn and long drawn out. Some years later, after the waterworks had been established, a hose cart was secured and did fine work on account of the abundance of water available, but which was later traded in for a modern Reo hose cart, to which was added a Seagrave hose cart, both of these manipulated through gasoline power, and with these most excellent work has been done in many cases of fire alarms. Former Volunteers All of the local fire departments of the earlier days were made up of volunteers, and the memory of this writer goes back to such valiant volunteer fighters as Luman T. Hoy, Charles H. Donnelly, Emilus C. Jewett, Leander J. Youngs, the Whitsons (Edwin and William) and many others, and later a younger generation of fighters who did valiant work for the good of the cause. Still later, as sentiment and good sense advanced, the city fathers saw the justice of allowing the firemen some compensation for their services and the dangers involved, and an arrangement was made whereby a lump sum was voted from the city treasury for every fire at which the members of the company labored, and this has eventuated into our present efficient fire department, fully officered with capable heads- and with a fighting force that knows no superiors, and it is rare indeed that a conflagration is not subdued within a very short period of time after the alarm is given with the city siren at the power house, which indicates the place of the blaze according to the toots given as noted on printed schedules that have been placed in most of the homes of the city. Great speed is made with these modern fighting hose carts, which are on the scene before you can say "Jack Robinson," with hose connected to hydrants and lined out to the places of battle with the devouring element. As the compensation of the firemen is minimum, the work is mostly a labor of love and duty with the firemen, who are entitled to the sincere gratitude of the public for the splendid work that they do on every occasion. Present Personnel The personnel of the present fire department is as follows: Marshal—A. W. Geister. Captain—Thomas B. Merwin. Lieutenant—P. B. Anderson. Second Lieutenant—Charles Asmus. Lieutenant—Lynn A. Stone. Assistant—Ray Horick. Police—Charles R. Leidig. Police—Willard H. Sherman. Police—Dell J. Olmstead. Police—Squire J. Ogle. Secretary—P. E. Conway. Treasurer—Clare Floyd. Mechanic—Ray Beardsley. Fireman—Cyrus Sanford. Fireman—Karl G. Fritz. Fireman—Paul Eickhoff. Fireman—Charles Zoia. Fireman—Lee Dittman. Fireman—Robert Vieregg. Fireman—Walter Mengs. Honorary—Edward C. Nelson, retired. Without this department and the splendid water system provided by the wisdom of officials of the past Woodstock would be at the mercy of the fire element. With it, the people rest securely, well knowing that any kind of a blaze that develops can be handled by the efficient department so meagrely recompensed by the city. Character in Eyes Clear, well-opened eyes looking straight at you show; an open, frank nature; half-opened eyes denote a rather secretive nature; eyes looking sideways, a sly nature; eyes which first look at you, and then wander restlessly around, a nature which begins well, but does not stay long, according to a writer in Pearson's Weekly. Eyes dancing about and never still indicate an unstable nature, not to be relied upon; restless, narrow eyes, a calculating and cruel nature; screwed-up eyes which make a ridge or frown mark over the nose are discontented eyes, never satisfied no matter what good things come their way; eyes which look down all the time and only glance at you now and again, are eyes of the not quite honest person. Raffel Floral Gardens Extends Congratulations to the Woodstock Daily Sentinel Upon it Eightieth Anniversary. Raffel's is only seven years old in Woodstock, but these seven years have been packed full of hard work, steady progress and growth in good will and greater accomplishment in our line. "Say it With Flowers." We are here to serve you. Benton Street Fire In 1872 [photo] Looking North-east From South-east Corner of Park The Old Woodstock Brewery Fire [photo] When the First Brick School House Burned, 1919 [photo] Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN BUSINESS DIRECTORY OF WOODSTOCK FOR 1872--65 YEARS AGO "The New Directory of McHenry County, Illinois, for 1872," published by Everts, Baskin & Stewart "giving the names of the principal professional and business men in the cities and villages and the principal producers of each township," listed the following named as patrons of the atlas in Woodstock. Naturally it is not a complete list of those in business in Woodstock at that time. The atlas from which we take this information is in the possession of W. T. Conn, circuit clerk and recorder, whom we thank for the favor. The name, date of settlement, nativity and business of these men are as follows: Austin, I. A. —1841, New York. Merchant. Badger, A. —1848, New York, Sheriff. Belcher, A. C. —1844, New York, Surgeon-Dentist. Bunker, G. K. —1844, New York, Merchant. Bunker, A. K. —1846, Illinois, Merchant. Brink, M. B. --, Meat Market. Bird, E. R .—1866, New York, Harness manufacturer. Blakesley, G. —1857, New York, Merchant. Bachman, G. —1865, Germany, Saloonkeeper. Barrows, L. H. S. —-1847, New York, Sash and doors. Buck, W. H. —1861, Pennsylvania, Physician and surgeon. Bitzer, C. S. —1872, Ohio, Attorney-at- law. Church, Mrs. M. —1851, New York, Millinery and fancy goods. Church, J. B. —1851, Vermont, J. P., N. P. and Coll Agt. Choate, J. C. —1853, New Hampshire, Grocery merchant. Cowlin, W. H— 1856, England, Boot and shoe merchant. Dacy, T. J. —1854, Ireland, Agricultural implement dealer. Dwight, W. H. —1845, Illinois, Boot and shoe merchant. Dickinson, C. H. —1854, New York, Merchant. Diesel, R. -1861, Germany, Furniture dealer. Donnelly, N. —1838, Ireland, Merchant. Eckert, G. -1850, France, Clerk. Eckert, M. S. —1855, France, Saloon-keeper. ' Forrest, J. S. -1849, Illinois, Merchant. Flavin, M. —1846, Ireland, Blacksmith. Gates, L. J. -1861, New York, Hardware merchant. Green, D. C —1838, New York, Physician and surgeon. Hoy, M. D. —1844, New York, County clerk. Hoy, L. T. —1850, Illinois, Druggist. Joslyn, M. L. —1838, New York, Attorney-at-law. Jefferson, R. C. —1866, New York, Capitalist. Kappler, L. — 1847, France, Saloonkeeper. Murphy, T. D. —1845, Virginia, Judge of circuit court. Murphy, J. J.--, -, Banker. Murphy, E. A. —1848, New York, Merchant. Murphy, A. R. —1845, Virginia, Druggist. Murphy, P. W. —1844, Virginia, Dentist. Medlar, J. S. —1858, New York, Photographer. Markus, F. —1861, Germany, Saloonkeeper. McCahill, M. H. —1846, Ireland, Boot and shoe manufacturer. Richards, F. —1852, Massachusetts, Boot and shoe dealer. Richards, E. E. —1852, Massachusetts, Abstracts of title. Renich, Fred —1867, Switzerland, cigar manufacturer. Retterer, C. —1871, France, Carriage manufacturer. Richmond, E. H. —1857, New York, Harness maker. Stewart, A. S. —1839, Scotland, County treasurer. Smith, W. E. —1858, England, Postmaster. Southwick, J. C. —1871, New York, Hardware merchant. Sherwood, E. E. —1845, New York, Merchant. Smith, B. N. —1838, Illinois, County judge. Salisbury, I. T. —1860, New York, Merchant. Salisbury, A. L. —1863, New York, Merchant. Sanford, W. H., Jr. —1857, Connecticut, Meat market. Sherwood, G. -1852, New York, Proprietor Waverly House. Smith, A. W. —1854, Pennsylvania, Attorney and insurance agent. Slavin, J. H. —1852, Nova Scotia, Attorney-at-law. Sherman, M. —1844, New York, Jewelry dealer. Southworth, J. M. —1858, Vermont, Clerk of circuit court. Southworth, G. S. —185S, Vermont, Editor Woodstock Sentinel. Thomas, .E. E. —1837, New York, Merchant. Thomas, C. G. —1845, Illinois, Merchant. Thomas, J. H. —1865, New York, Proprietor Exchange Hotel. Tower, H. E. —1837, New York, Liveryman. Taft, H. P. —1863, New York, Singer Sewing Machines. Wheat, J. S, --,--, Druggist. Wright, A. S. —1866, New York, Druggist. Whitson, T. —1854, New York, Hardware merchant. Whitson, F. 0. —1854, Massachusetts, Hardware merchant. Whitson E. -1854, Massachusetts, Hardware Merchant. Walter, A. G. —1871, France, Carriage manufacturer. Who They Were and What They Did For the purpose of more definitely identifying the "oldsters" listed above, the writer will draw on memory and available records for brief statements of their lives and activities that will more vividly bring them to mind, taking the list as it appears in the atlas and making needed corrections, for it is very apparent that all histories extant are full of errors, mistakes in names and initials and sometimes in dates, to correct which has been a herculean task, but to make this statement accurate has been the effort of this compiler of facts. Austin, I. A. (Isaiah Aladdin, known as "Ladd")—Born in 1828; came to Woodstock and here grew to manhood; early life was spent on farm until 1850; went to California; in 1853 went to Portland, Ore., and opened first livery stable in that city; returned to Woodstock in 1865 and opened livery stable, remaining in that business until his death; stable on Jefferson street, with all of its contents, including "Lady", valuable trotting mare, and six other fine horses, destroyed by fire, June 5, 1875, but was rebuilt; married Sarah Burke in 1864, who bore him three sons — William H. James A. and Edward L., who went to Portland, Ore., and there expired; married Mary E. Judd, daughter of Alvin Judd, formerly owner of the city site, to whom were born Alvin, Jesse M., Estella, Aubert, Emery, Edythe and Ethel (twins); only local survivor is Estella; the Austin home was at Jefferson and East Jackson streets, adjoining the livery. Belcher, A. C. (Algernon)—Born in 1827; member of village board, 1870-1; conducted dental parlors in present Hoy block.; married Susan C. Crandall; father of Mary, (Mrs. George H. Hoy), Fidelia (Mrs. George H. Hooker) and Frank H., of whom the first named is the only local survivor. Resided corner of Dean and South streets, now First' Church of Christ, Scientist. Died March 28, 1911, aged 84 years. Bunker, G. K. (George)-—Born in 1826; eldest of 13 children, six sons and seven daughters—Alvin S., Jane, George K., Lucia L. and Lucy A. (twins), Ezekial H., Dwight, Melvin, Clarissa, Harriet M., Amos K., Susannah and Mary; married Martha Cottle; first man to establish business at Ridgefield, where he was agent for the railway, postmaster and justice of the peace; established business in Woodstock, succeeding his father and taking his brother, Amos K., as partner under name of Bunker Bros.; business destroyed by fire, Oct. 8 1871; justice of the peace, 1863-70; member village board, 1872-3; member board of education, 1873-6; alderman, 1873- 6; mayor, 1883-7; president cemetery board, 1889 until his death; father of Frank M. and Florence (Mrs. C B. Wright), both deceased; influential in local and county politics and a large owner of farms. Resided in brick house on Jackson street. Died Aug. 14, 1905, aged 79 years. Badger, A. (Austin)—Born in 1834; circuit clerk and recorder, 1872-6; sheriff, 1868-72; constable, collector and deputy sheriff in Chemung township for a time; married Miss L. Smith of McHenry in 1852; had one son, Ansel. Bunker, A. K. (Amos)—Born in Dorr township 1846; junior partner in firm of Bunker Bros., groceries and hardware; alderman, 1876-82; father of Neva (Mrs. V. S. Lumley) and Letah (Mrs. John M. Hoy); prominent in Masonic circles. Resided at Jackson and Tryon streets. Died Nov. 16, 1917, aged 71 years. Bird, E. R. (Edwin)—Born in 1829; harnessmaker and miner in California 12 years and prospected for silver in Nevada; opened harness shop in Dacy building, destroyed by fire, March 6, 1880; located thereafter at opposite corner at Benton and East Jackson streets, with J. H. Durfee, express agent, having space in building; leader in Baptist church and ardent exponent of prohibition; married Clara A. Smith in 1867; had one son; Frederick J. Lived on South street, between Tryon and Hayward. Died June 26, 1910, aged 81 years. Blakesley, G. (Gervase Blakeslee)— Born in 1825; married Halina R. Root; four children grew to maturity—Halina C. (Nina, wife of Charles H. Donnelly), Ida, Fred G. and Frank— Fred's widow still residing in Boston; conducted grocery stores east and north sides of square as partner of Frank M. Bunker and later alone; alderman, 1874- 5, 1881-3. Resided on Madison street, north of East Judd. Died Oct. 24, 1890, aged 83 years. Bachman, G. (George)—Civil war veteran; conducted meat market and liquor businesses, father of Mary (Mrs. Fred Kibitz) Augusta, (Mrs. E. B. Cornue), Emma, Otto, Pauline (wife of David Lonie), Charles, George, Emil, Fred, William, (prominent in Chicago financial circles). Resided corner Judd and Throop streets; Mrs. Lonie and Charles only surviving local residents. Barrows, L. H. S. (Lathrop)—Born in 1826; collector in Greenwood township one year; taught school eight years; was proprietor of foundry, machine shop and planing mill and conspicuous as inventor, builder and doer; Civil war veteran, serving in 15th Illinois infantry; ardent advocate of prohibition and leader in Congregational church; father of Joseph, Mary O., Cornelia A., Charles S., Rose Etta and Sarah E. No living descendant in Woodstock. Resided on Clay, street. Died June 12, 1914. Buck, W. H. (Dr. William)—Homeopathic physician and surgeon; one son, Charles, died in infancy. Resided on Jackson street, moved to Indiana, but returned and erected fine home on South street, location of Community High school. Died Jan. 19, 1912, aged 72 years. Bitzer, C. S.—Left at early day and resided in Indiana or Ohio. No other data available. Church, Mrs. M. —Maiden name was Miss Loraine E. Harper; conducted millinery establishment where Woodstock Dry Gpods Co. now located, in only building in block not destroyed in fire of April 15, 1893; was wife of Malachi (Mac) Church, who was sheriff in 1872-6 and 1880-2. No descendants. Died Oct. 1, 1910, aged 80 years. Church, J. B. (James)—Served as justice of the peace, notary public and collection agent. Resided on Jefferson street, between East Jackson and Calhoun. No descendants. Choate, J. C. (John)—Pioneer grocer on Cass street and later conducted general store in own building, now Stafford's furniture store; member village board, 1861-2; clerk board of election, 1876-80; one of founders of public library and president of that board, 1891-2; splendid advocate of public improvements and generous advertiser in local newspapers; "Song of Rida Bika" , one of literary accomplishments; gathered great collection of curios and relics; father of Frank B., Susan (wife of Frank W. Streets), Flora (who married A. J. Cannon) and Emma. Resided at "High Elms" on Jackson street. Cowlin, W. H. (William)—Son of A. B. Cowlin, pioneer grocer; veteran of Civil war and sufferer in Andersonville prison; shoe dealer as member of firm of Cowlin, Forrest & Dwight, predecessors of Stone & Hart and H. A. Stone; handled pension matters for veterans and contributed columns of veteran news for The Sentinel and other papers; tax collector, 1876-7; father of Fred, Oscar, Augustus J. and Susan (Mrs. Reed); always unshakable Republican in politics; long an invalid and house-bound; his daughter the only local survivor. Resided on North Madison street, where he owned several rental properties. Died Mar. 14, 1919, aged 75 years. Dacy, T. J. (Timothy)—"A hustler from away back;" conducted implement business at Benton and East Judd streets, destroyed by fire on March 6, 1880, and rebuilt in present structure, after placing fantastic office on corner; village trustee, 1871-3; alderman, 1873-4; fire marshal, 1874, 1876-7 and 1884-5; father of Charles F., (late of Ashville, N. C, and formerly owner of Dacy Lumber Co.), Alice (Mrs. Victor W. Bergenthal, St. Louis), Albert and George; his wife, Lucinda, a daughter of Neil Donnelly. Resided on Judd street, facing Hayward. Died Aug. 1, 1896, aged 58 years. Dwight, W. H. (William)—Born in McHenry county, 1845, married Maggie H. Burton; only daughter, Bessie, died in 1884; formerly member of shoe firm of Cowlin, Forrest & Dwight; active leader in one faction of Republican party; moved to California many years ago, where he passed away. No descendants here. Was a son of Josiah Dwight, one of the founders of The Sentinel. Died Nov. 7, 1923, aged 78 years. Dickinson, C. H. (Charles)—Conducted shoe store on Benton street, destroyed by fire, August 27, 1872; wife was Cora E. Thomas, once a capable instructor in the local public school; moved to Texas, where he expired, and his widow, who was a daughter of Edwin E. Thomas, passed away recently in New York. No descendants. Diesel, R. (Rudolph)—Conducted furniture store and undertaking parlor in building now Hoesley bakery.; village trustee, 1866-8, 1870-2: alderman, 1875, (resigned). 1878-84, 1887-93, acting with great care as chairman of the committee on streets, alleys and sidewalks; member board of education, 1873-9; member of cemetery board, 1881-91; father of Charles and Matilda, both deceased; no descendants. Resided in room over store. Died Mar. 11, 1902, aged 79 years. Donnelly, N. (Neill)—Born in 1816; married Mary McElroy; conducted general store in his own three-story brick building where sheriff's residence and jail are now located; staunch Democrat and old-time party leader; county coroner, 1844-6; sheriff, 1849-51; Dorr supervisor, 1855-7: 1860-2; village trustee, 1854-5, 1867-8; president village board, 1855-6, 1860-1; mayor, 1874-5, 1876-7; member board of education, 1859; had 10 children, three of whom early passed away, (Catherine, Adeline and John); the others were: Elizabeth A., wife of John J. Murphy; Mary Jane, wife ot James H. Slavin; Lucinda, wife of Timothy J. Dacy; Franklin P., Charles H., Hugh T. and Julia, wife of Edward T. Glennon, all deceased except the last named. Resided on Clay street. Eckert, G. (George)—Veteran of Civil war; clerked many years in store of I. T. & A. L. Salisbury, next to Wright's drug store; alderman, 1878-87, 1891-7; sheriff, 1886-90, 1894-98; member of cemetery board, 1885 till his death; veteran marshal on horseback of Memorial day par- ades; used to drive the speediest little mustang ever seen in Woodstock; only child, Georgie, resides in Madison street home that was his last abode. Died Jan. 28, 1923, aged 80 years. Forrest, J. S. (Sibley)—Member of shoe firm of Cowlin, Forrest & Dwight; son of Francis Forrest, pioneer; married Calla Barrows, many years a teacher in the local schools; no descendants left here. Resided at Calhoun and Jefferson streets. Died April 6, 1935. Flavin, M. (Michael)—Blacksmith shop on Tryon street opposite his home, near Washington street; father of large family; all of whom expired in early life, except Mamie, who became the wife of M. S. Caskey and is now a resident of Beloit, Wis., and Mrs. Emma Huntzinger, a resident of Ohio. No immediate local descendants. Gates, L. J. (Lewis)—Conducted hardware store where Bohn store is now located, with J. C. Southwick as partner for a time; was active and a hustler; father of two daughters Florence (Little) and Mabel (Jones); moved family to St. Paul and there expired Oct. 12, 1905, aged 71 years. Resided on South street. Greene, D. C. (DeWitt C. Green) — Brother-in-law of Luman T. Hoy; successful medical practitioner for many years, with offices in rear of Hoy drug store; alderman, 1876-8; member board of education, 1876-80. Resided at Dean and Calhoun streets, later the home of Dr. Emil Windmueller. Left no descendants. Hoy, M. D. (Marma Duke)—Born in 1821; located on farm in Alden; came to Woodstock when elected county clerk, where he served until 1872; purchased half-interest in a drug store, which was conducted under firm name of Murphy & Hoy; later purchased a dry goods store formerly conducted by A. W. Fuller and conducted the same with the assistance of sons; later established a bank called the Farmers Exchange which was highly successful; married Catherine M. Alberty, who bore him five children— Sarah D., who became the wife of E. W. Wilber, who used to live at Tryon and Judd streets and later moved to Arizona; Luman T., who married Anna Vandebogart, former school teacher, George H.. who married Mary L. Belcher (Kittie); Fremont, who married Harriet Osborn; in 1864 Mr. Hoy married Esther E. Atwater, who became the mother of John M. and Kittie A., the latter of whom passed away at 18 as she was about to finish her education; was supervisor of Dorr, 1869-70; president of village board, same years; member of village board, 1872-3; 1875-6; president of board of education, 1876-81, and clerk of same, 1873-6. Resided at Dean and South streets. Died May 15, 1912, aged 91 years. LUMAN T. HOY [PHOTO] Hoy, L. T. (Luman)—Old-time druggist at corner of Benton and Cass streets, part of the time with A. R. Murphey as partner; city treasurer, 1879-81; alderman, 1882-4; supervisor of Dorr, succeeding Elam M. Lamb, 1887-03; director public library, 1891- 3; president library board, 1892- 3; also acted as secretary of state board of pharmacy and was appointed United States marshal in Chicago by President Roosevelt in 1906; also four years appraiser Port of Chicago; chairman of Republican county committee and Republican state central committee for some time and recognized as an astute organizer and leader; wife was Anna Vandebogart, former teacher in fifth grade of public school; father of Dr. Clinton L. and Eugene R. Hoy. Has resided for many years at corner of Tryon and Jackson streets, and still active despite his years. Joslyn, M. L. (Merritt)—Born in 1826; veteran practitioner at county bar; Dorr supervisor, 1851-2, 1863-6, 1868-73, 1875-9; was a captain in the Civil war; was village president, 1861-2, 1866-7; corporation attorney, 1855-7; mayor, 1881 until August, 1887-9; representative in Legislature, 1864-6; state senator, 1876-80; master in chancery of circuit court, 1889-98; second assistant secretary of the interior under President Arthur; father of David R. and Marcellus L.; his wife, Mary K., was a daughter of David vV. Robinson, prominent business property owner of city. Resided on Jackson street until his death Oct. 12, 1904, aged 77 years. Jefferson, R. C. (Rufus)—Born in 1843; erected residence on Judd street now the home of Charles S. Northrop, having formerly lived at the west end of Judd street; served in Civil war in First New York Dragoons; married Genevieve Church, daughter of Col. Lawrence S. Church, whose home was at Judd and Tryon streets, later the home of D. T. Smiley and now the home of A. W. Mathison; formerly furnished the market for nearly all of the wool grown in McHenry county; was philanthropist and strong supporter of First Presbyterian church; village trustee, 1870-2; mayor, 1875 (resigned the following February); father of Cyrus, Rufus, Lawrence and Isadore. Made his home in St. Paul his later years. Kappler, L. (Louis)—Reliable, respected citizen; father of Frank L. Mathilda (wife of A. P. Lymburner) and Emma (wife of Harry Cross). Resided at corner Main and Washington streets, the old Kappler home. First named daughter resides in Canada and last named in her native city. Died Oct. 1, 1889. Son, Frank, died Aug. 18, 1933. Kappler, C. (Charles)—Brother of. Louis. Father of Josephine, Louise, Ida and Edward C. Kappler. Resided on Church street, now home of Chas. F. Daly. The sons and daughters now live on in their home on Lincoln avenue. Edward C. Kappler is present assessor of Dorr township. Murphy, T. D. (Theodore D. Murphey)- Born in 1826; among the earliest practioners at the county bar; county judge, 1858-62; judge of the circuit court, 1862-78; formed a partnership with Richard Bishop and opened a bank in Woodstock in 1875; married Mary E. Prouty; practiced his profession until his demise. His residence for many years on South street- was transferred into the Woodstock hospital; father of Otis, who died at the age of 18; Edwin D., deceased, and Alice M., widow of John R. Kellogg. Died Dec. 4, 1888, aged 62 years. Murphy, E. A. (Edward)—Conducted general store in Murphy block many years; was president of old First National bank, associated with his brother, John J. Murphy, as cashier; fine specimen of physical manhood; member board of education 1882-7; father of Kate (Field), Raymond, who died in young manhood, Mary and Agnes (Thurston); expired suddenly while in North-Western depot in Chicago while on business trip to that city. Resided at Jackson and Hayward streets. Murphy, J. J. (John)— Successful banker for a lifetime and reputed to have been the wealthiest citizen of the county; cashier and later president of the First National bank and partner-in the firm of E. A. Murphy & Co., managed by his brother, later Murphy & Mullen, having had a store of his own in earlier days in what became the Kennedy building on Cass street; village trustee, 1862-3; mayor of city, 1879-81, 1889 (resigned shortly after election); city treasurer, 1873-9, 1881-3, 1884-5, 1887-9; member board of education, 1873-82; father of Julia, Mary E. (Mrs. Geo. E. Thomas), Eleanor (Mrs. J. Nelson Kelley), Henry C. (prominent Chicago banker and former Indiana newspaper publisher), George L., (who expired while president of the American National bank), and Evelyn, deceased. Resided at Hayward and Jackson street, now the home of Mrs. Thomas, who is the only direct descendant now residing in this city. Died June 30, 1908, aged 78 years. Murphey, A. R. (Anderson Murphey) —Early partner of Luman T. Hoy in drug business; later associated with E. W. Blossom in drug and jewelry business in location where Shinner's market now is; Blossom later moved to Sterling and Murphey continued alone until his demise; member of cemetery board from 1885 until his passing; father of Walter H., Elmer R., Jessie (Mrs. W. T. Charles) and Bessie (Mrs. L. E. Allen), the last two mentioned being twins; Mr. Murphey had fine basso voice and co-operated frequently with the singers of the city in public concerts. Resided for some time on Dean street just south of Calhoun and later further south near Fremont street. Mrs. Charles is the only surviving member of the family residing in native city. Died Aug. 29, 1910, aged 70 years. Murphey, P. W. (Perry)—Brother of Anderson and Theodore D. Murphey; practiced his prOfession on north side square; father of Hattie, wife of Elbert C. Smith, who expired in Greenley, Colo., and Earl, long since deceased. Resided on Tryon street, south of South street. No direct descendant in this vicinity. Marcus, F. (Frederick)—Represented Ph. Best Brewing Co., of Milwaukee, with place of business the old "Rathole" at East Jackson and Benton; ardent admirer of flowers, which he cultivated and distributed to his many friends and the poor. No descendants in city. Medlar, J. S. (John)—Progenitor of a musical family useful to the community; conducted a studio for photography on the third floor of the Hoy block from the earliest days; his wife, whose maiden name was Dake, was a musician and contributed temperance articles to the newspapers; Mr. Medlar was a member of the village board, 1867-8; father of Frank W. and Herbert B., each of whom acquired their father's artistic taste, Mabelle C. (Mrs. Monroe), Adele and M. Louise (Havens), all three beautiful vocalists and the brothers skillful on cornet and tuba horns, and their father was a member of local bands. Resided on Dean street, where the son, Herbert, still serves the public acceptably in his line. Died Sept. 28, 1898, aged 78 years. MeCahill, M. H. (Michael)—Employed many years by E. A. Murphy & Co. as shoemaker; constable and collector, 1864-5; member village board, 1865-6; father of Mary (wife of E. A. Murphy) and Birdie (wife of Mr. Samter), both deceased. Resided on Clay street, and has no other close descendants in city. Died May 8, 1894, aged 73 years. Richards, E. (Erastus)— Engaged in various occupations during his long residence—-boots and shoes, meat market, deputy circuit clerk, etc.; father of Erastus Emery, Jeremiah and Corydon, all deceased; played bass viol in Baptist choir under several pastors; member village board, 1857 and 1862-3; village clerk, 1862-4; village assessor and treasurer, 1870-2; town collector, 1857-8; police magis trate, 1889-92; local survivors, Mrs. Winifred Hall Curtis and Mrs. Frances McEwan Garland, granddaughters. Died Dec. 30, 1891, aged 80 years. Richards, E. E. (Erastus Emery)— Born in 1833; married Frances A. Wait in 1864; veteran of Civil war in 15th Illinois infantry; village clerk, 1860-2, 1867-8; village assessor and treasurer, 1868-70; Dorr supervisor, 1870-72; president village board 1870-2; town clerk, 1861-2, 1866-2, 1866-7; collector, 1868-9; alderman, 1873-4; mayor, 1889-93; circuit clerk and recorder, 1876-84; president board of education, 1881-5, 1888-9; member of school board, 1879-88; president of State bank from organization until his decease; president library board, 1893 until his decease; president Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co. from its organization until his decease; tenor singer, leader of local bands, orchestras, choirs and choruses and proficient with violin and composer of music; left no children, but very thoughtful of relatives. Resided at Jackson and Hayward streets for many years of his later life. Died Feb. 8, 1927 aged 89 years. Renich, F. (Frederick)—Born in 1842; veteran of civil war in Ninth Illinois cavalry shortly after coming to America; started in cigar business in Chicago and was burned out in 1866 and started same business in Woodstock the following year; married first wife, Elizabeth Stein, in 1866, who died in 1867, and he married her sister, Kate Stein, in 1870, who bore him seven children—Charles F., editor of The Sentinel, Charlotte (Mrs. P. B. Anderson), deceased, Mary E., Rev. Edward A., Frederick L., Amanda (Mrs. D. A. Dailey), Katherine, four sisters are among successful instructors in schools and colleges. Resided on Judd street. Died June 28, 1890, aged 48 years. In 1885 Fred Renich established a German newspaper, "Volksblatt," which he conducted very successfully until time of his death. Consolidated with the Sentinel in 1906. Retterer, C. (Charles)—Always foremost in participating in public celebrations; useful citizen; died when comparatively young. Richmond, E. H. (Edward)—Born 1833; after coming to Woodstock, worked for his cousin, Richard Willard, two years and then rented a farm; formed partnership with E. R. Bird in harness business, and dissolved partnership in 1872; opened new hotel in Murphy block in 1876 and ran it in connection with his harness shop for six years, where he devoted his time for some time finally returning to harness business; burned out in fire of August 27, 1872; married Jane McQuede in 1855, who, in her last years, conducted hotel at North Crystal Lake; four of their six children died in early life, those growing to maturity being Mary (Matie), wife of Harvey McBride, and Clara, who became the wife of a Mr. Morgan; had been a member of the Odd Fellows order since his 18th year; he was a square dealer and honest man. Died Mar. 27, 1896, aged 63 years. Stewart, A. S. (Alexander)—County treasurer, 1867-75; member board of education, 1874-5, no other data available, except that his home was formerly in Marengo. Died April 8, 1890, aged 57 years. Smith, W. E. (William)—Postmaster, 1866, 1869-75; coroner, 1876-7; editor of The Sentinel in partnership with his brother, Abraham E., 18,6-? to __, father of Elizabeth, Genevieve and William . Jr.; suffered for years with lingering illness, and used to enjoy using his basso voice. No descendants in Woodstock. Died June 21, 1881, aged 41 years. Southwick, J. 0. (John) Was in partnership with L. J. Gates in hardware business several years in store now occupied by Bohn Hardware Co.; not long a resident of Woodstock, and no date as to family and other occupations. Sherwood, E. E. (Ebenezer)—Was partner of A. W. Fuller in dry goods firm of Fuller & Sherwood, which later became Sherwood & Austin; several families of Sherwoods in town at that time. Smith, B. N. (Benjamin)—Native of McHenry county, born in 1838, son of Nathaniel Smith, pioneer of county; veteran of 95th Illinois infantry in Civil war; graduated in law, 1866, and opened office in Woodstock; town clerk, 1867-75; village president in 1868-9; supervisor, 1868-69; elected county judge in 1870 and served 13 years; city attorney, 1875-6; member board of education, 1875-9; master in chancery of circuit court four years; married Abbie B. Dake in 1866; father of two sons and two daughters; family moved to California many years ago, where Judge Smith's mother lived to the extreme age of 105 years. Home in Woodstock was on Throop street, between Washington and Judd. Belonged to M. E. church, Masons, G. A. R. and A. O. U. W. died in California, in May, 1908, aged 69 years. (Continued on Page Eight) AWNINGS For Home and Store. It will be a pleasure to show you samples, make suggestions and give you an estimate without any obligation on your part. Why not call us today. 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Salisbury, who conducted establishment next door east of Wright's drug store, until death broke the partnership. Ross Cotton became the owner of the store; quite, reticent man, who mingled but little with outside world, being devoted to his work. Resided over store; left no descendants. Died Sept. 28, 1893, aged 64 years. GARDNER, S. SOUTHWORTH [photo] MRS. G. S. SOUTHWORTH [photo] Southworth, G. S. (Gardner)—Born in 1835; county superintendent of schools, 1870-4; postmaster of Woodstock, 1879-87; alderman, 1887-9; member board of education, 1889-90; president same board, 1885-8, 1889-90; member cemetery board, 1885-91; editor of The Sentinel about 15 years until 1891, part of the time with E. T. Glennon as partner, who, having learned his trade as printer in the office; father of William M., Arthur E., who became printers, and Gertrude; his wife was Sarah Z. Miller, of Algonquin; member of Legislature 1888-90, when he was defeated and deposed from a leadership he had held for many years, and disposed of his plant to the Woodstock Sentined Co., made up of Luman T. Hoy, Charles H. Donnelly, Emilus C. Jewett and Edward T. Glennon, with Elmer E. Bagley; left for the South, where he died after a few years. Died Aug. 2, 1902, aged 67 years. Southworth, J. M. (John)—Born in 1839; in Civil war enlisted in 7th Illinois infantry and later the 8th Illinois cavalry in 1861 and served about five years, attaining the rank af major; sheriff, 1866-8; clerk of circuit court, 1868-72; city attorney, three months in 1874; began practice of law in 1873, in which year the governor appointed him as commissioner of the penitentiary at Joliet, where he served several years; was a tall, stately gentleman; married late in life to wealthy Chicago widow. Resided at Tryon and Jackson streets and later more or less in Chicago, where he had many clients. Died Aug. 13, 1910 aged 71 years. Salisbury, A. L. (Alexander)—Born 1826; married Sophronia Crandall in 1847; father of George W., Emma S.. Mattie E. and Albert W.; senior member of firm of I. T. & A. L. Salisbury; was prominent Mason; clerk of board of education'many years; member of said board, 1880-7; member of cemetery board 1885-7. Resided on Throop street in home where Zoia marble works now located; Spring City band marshal which played dirge in his honor on day of his funeral. Sanford, W. H. Jr., (William, known as "Hud")—Son of William H. Sanford, merchant tailor, whose flowing-beard made him a conspicuous character and whose business was destroyed by fire, April 15, 1893; died in early life, as did all of family of six of which he was a member; Fred W. was last surviving brother, whose last days were spent at Richmond, and who was the father of Cyrus, ex-sheriff, and Helen, and often served as a peace officer; "Hud's" widow, Mary, remained many years a resident of Woodstock. Sherwood, G. L. (George)—Born in 1836; married Emily A. Wait, daughter of Henry Wait, ex-sheriff, in 1857; member village board, 1863-4; member cemetery board, 1885-01; Dorr tax collector, 1882-5; conducted Waverly house on Main street over long period until he sold to W. H. Hobbs, who conducted same until destroyed by fire, Feb. 1, 1892; in later years made specialty of selling fish; wife was sister of Mrs. E. E. Richards; was father of Helen, known as Nellie. Resided on Clay street during later years. Died Dec. 17, 1919, aged 81 years. Smith, A. W. (Asa)—Born in 1819; came West with parents, Benjamin D. and Eunice; educated in eastern schools and colleges and later graduated in law from Union college, N. Y. in same class with Chester A. Arthur, later president of the United States; coming to Woodstock, he formed a partnership with Stephen A. Hurlbut; principal of Woodstock schools one year; county superintendent of schools, 1856-60; justice of the peace, 1863-70; 1885-95; postmaster, 1875-9, with daughter, Cora (Rhoades), as deputy; prominent in Masons and agricultural board, two years as secretary; among leaders of bar many years; father of Cora, Arnold and Roscoe, all deceased. Resided in grove of oaks in south part of city, east of railroad. Died July 23, 1890, aged 71 years. Slavin, J. H. (James)—Among early attorneys; member village board 1865-6; married Mary Jane Donnelly, daughter of Neill Donnelly; was noted for circumspection in handling of cases, conscientious dealing with his clients and as a skillful barrister; died comparatively young, leaving no descendants. Sherman, M. (Marvin, known as "Yankee")—Born in 1840; came with parents to Woodstock; married Sarah Emma Cale; father of Cynthia Ann and Marvin V., both deceased, Dr. Lynn F. and Cliff V., both noted musicians, Stella and Minnie; first jewelry store was at corner Main and Cass streets, now Wien's, and after fire destroyed the block on Benton street, south of East Jackson, April 15, 1893, he purchased lots and erected the Sherman block now owned by the State Bank of Woodstock; was mechanical genius and invented suspension bridge contrivance carrying a miniature moving train that attracted many onlookers to his store; took family to California some years ago, where he, his wife and one daughter passed away, leaving Lynn, Cliff and Stella there. Resided during last years here at Throop and Washington streets. Stone, E. E. (Edward). Entered the retail drug business with his father, Dr. Geo. F. Stone, in Woodstock in 1872. Dr. Stone first came to Woodstock in 1857, entering the drug business, but in 1867 going to Ft. Madison, Iowa, returning to Woodstock in 1872. One son, Leslie, now manages the business, but E. E. Stone, now 84 years old, is well and in the store daily. Thomas, E. E. (Edwin)—Born in 1823; sheriff, 1859-60; village trustee, 1862-4, 1866-7, 1869-70, 1872-3; village assessor and treasurer, 1863-4; school director and member board of education, 1873-5; town assessor, 1861-2, 1863- 4; justice of the peace, 1885, until his death; member cemetery board, 1885-94; married Naomi R. Patterson in 1845; had three sons and a daughter, one son meeting a tragic death in 1876 and those surviving him being Charles G., Earl D. and Cora E. (Dickinson) ; one son was a general in the United States army many years, and the daughter was a skillful instructor in the local schools before her departure for Texas. Died Nov. 25, 1896, aged 73 years. Tower, H. E. (Henry)—Constable and collector 1855-6; member village board, 1869-72; was father of Kittie, who lost her life when the steamship Titanic was wrecked and submerged in the Atlantic ocean in 1912; was a brother of James Tower and uncle of George. Died Oct. 25, 1920, aged 89 years. Wheat, J. S. (John)—Born in 1822; married Amanda Church in 1856; came to Woodstock in 1852 from New Hampshire; member village board, 1872-3; became first mayor of Woodstock in 1873, serving two years; street commissioner, 1880-1; member board of education, 1873-6, 1881-7, and president of board, 1873-6; was employed for 18 years in the construction of the Chicago and North-Western railway and as roadmaster of same; for a time was partner of A. S. Wright in drug store and later with A. R. Murphy. Father of John K, Mabel H. and Allie M. Resided on Clay street. Died Jan. 19, 1886. Wright, A. S. (Adelbert)—Born in 1847; at age of 16 enlisted in 22nd New York cavalry; in 1864 was in charge of medical department at Fort Schuyler, New York harbor; participated in Shenandoah valley under General Sheridan; coming to Woodstock, engaged in the drug business and has been continuously in that line of business up to the present time; married Cora E. Tew, only daughter of Mrs. D. M. F. Irwin, in 1869, who died in 1875, leaving two sons—Verne A., who became an attorney, and Channing N., both deceased, in 1877 married Olive W., daughter of Oliver W. Owen, of McHenry, long a teacher in the Woodstock schools and organist of the Congregational church, and their children were Clara Belle (Mrs. William P. Hoy) and Adelbert S., Jr., who died in young manhood. Mr. Wright was a member of the board having charge of the state hospital at Elgin under Governor Joseph W. Fifer, who always has remained his loyal friend, and he also served on other state boards; belongs to all branches of the Masonic order and was for years adjutant of the Grand Army post, financial officer of the A. O. U. W. and connected with other societies, including the Congregational church; was secretary of the agricultural board for a long time and proved a marvel in getting prominent people to attend the county fairs. Resides in rooms over his store, where he has served the public for about 70 years—a remarkable record, unequalled in the annals of the county,—and he is still wonderfully active for a man of his years. Whitson, T. (Thomas) — Born in 1811, came to Waukegan about 1844 and moved to Woodstock ten years later and purchased the hardware and grocery store of Moore & Van Dyke, disposing of the grocery end of the business in 1856 and devoting himself to the tin and hardware business to the end of his long and successful career; married Hannah P. Boutelle in 1833; father of Julia (Mrs. James Thompson), Edwin, Emily, William H., F. Oscar, Ida and George H.; Died in 1884; Edwin and Wililam H. continued the business after their father's death; store was destroyed by fire in the conflagration of August 27, 1872; member of village board, 1855-6, 1869-71. Members of the entire family are all deceased. Whitson, E.d (Edwin) — Conducted hardware business succeeding his father, in partnership with his brother, William P.; was high in Masonic circles; died a victim of erysipelas in a tragic manner, Jan. 17, 1908, aged 65 years. POSTMASTERS OF WOODSTOCK WHO SERVED SINCE 1853 Medium of Information for the People Always Well Conducted POSTMASTER D. H. DESMOND [PHOTO] The Woodstock postoffice was established in 1844, with Alvin Judd as postmaster. He resigned in 1845, and Martin Thrall became his successor. He was postmaster three or four years, and was succeeded by Josiah Dwight, who kept the office until 1853. His successors in the office have been: F. D. Austin, (Dem.), 53-7. Dr. O. S. Johnson, (Dem.), 57-61. Abraham E. Smith (Rep.), 61-6. William E. Smith (Rep.), 66. O. H. Crandall (Rep.), 66-7. M. F. Irwin (Rep.), 67-9. William E. Smith (Rep.), 69-75. Asa W. Smith (Rep.) 75-9. Gardner S. Southworth (Rep.), 79-87. Joel H. Johnson (Dem.), 87-91. Simon Brink (Rep.), 91-6. John A. Dufield (Dem.), 96-00. Charles F. Renich (Rep.), Jan. 15, 1900-Feb. 28, 1911. William S. McConnell (Rep), Mar. 1, 1911-Nov. 15, 1915. G. W. Frame (Dem.), Nov. 6, 1915-Jan. 21, 1925. Lucy H. Renich, (Rep.), Jan. 22, 1925-Oct. 31, 1934. Daniel H. Desmond (Dem.), Nov. 1, 1934, incumbent. The office was made a money order office in 1866. POLITICAL RECORD OF COUNTY REPUBLICAN EVER SINCE 1856 The political history of McHenry county, especially since 1856, has been a record of continued Republican ascendancy. Not since 1856 has a Democrat held a county office by the suffrage of the voters. In the years preceding 1856 the Democrats were in the majority and monopolized all of the offices. The first election held in the county was on June 1, 1837, when the total vote was 115. The election was for county officers and was held in the store of Hiram Kennicott near Half Day, on the DesPlaines river, now in the county of Lake. The total vote of the county for county officers in 1839 was 368, showing a substanttial gain over the preceding election. The total vote at the election of 1900 was 7,403. The vote at the succeeding presidential elections was as follows: 1844 —Polk (Dem.), 668; Clay (Whig), 488; -, 74. 1848—Cass (Dem.), 1096; Taylor (Whig), 660; Van Buren (Free Soil), 1. 1852—Pierce (Dem.), 1199; Scott (Whig), 866; Hale (Free Soil). 645 1856—Fremont (Union), 2869; Buchanan (Dem.), 945; Fillmore (Know-nothing), 43. 1860—Lincoln (Rep.), 3033; Douglas (Dem.), 1444. 1864—Lincoln (Rep.), 2951; McClellan (Dem.), 1188. 1868—Grant (Rep.), 3296; Seymour (Dem.), 1380. 1872—Grant (Rep.), 2895; Greeley, (Liberal), 1080; O'Connor (Dem.), 21. 1876—Hayes (Rep.), 3465; Tilden (Dem.), 1874; Cooper (Greenback), 34. 1880—Garfield (Rep.), 3516; Hancock (Dem.), 1799; Weaver (Greenback) 194. 1884—Blaine (Rep.), 3697; Cleveland (Dem.), 2070; St. John (Pro.), 145. 1888—Harrison (Rep.), 3563; Cleveland (Dem.), 2002; Fisk (Pro.), 322. 1892—Harrison (Rep.), 3204; Cleveland (Dem.), 2317; Bidwell (Pro.), 262. 1896—McKinley (Rep.), 5047; Bryan (Dem.), 1910; Palmer (Gold Dem.), 49; Levering (Pro.), 102. 1900—McKinley (Rep.), 5218; Bryan (Dem.), 2059; Woolley (Pro.), 132. 1904—Roosevelt (Rep.), 5409; Parker (Dem.), 1301; Swallow (Pro.), 223. 1908 — Taft (Rep.), 5331; Bryan (Dem.), 1887; Chapin (Pro.), 194. 1912—Taft (Rep.), 2370; Wilson (Dem.), 1913; Roosevelt (Prog.), 3046. 1916—Hughes (Rep.), 9013; Wilson (Dem.), 3278; Hanley (Pro.), not given. 1920—Harding (Rep.), 9885; Cox (Dem.), 1536; Watkins (Pro.), not given. 1924—Coolidge (Rep.), 8732; Davis (Dem.), 1371; LaFollette (Prog.), 2859. 1928—Hoover (Rep.), 10661; Smith (Dem.) 5596; Thomas (Soc.) not given. 1932—Hoover (Rep.), 9880; Roosevelt (Dem.), 8260; Socialist, not given, 1936—Landon (Rep.), 12031; Roosevelt (Dem.) 6893; Lemke (Union) 898. Richards Jewett & Wright Abstract Company The important questions, in an early day, involved in the matter of titles to land acquired by the first settlers of McHenry county and the succeeding transactions through sale and transfer from one owner to another naturally soon developed the urgent need for an authoritative research of the records to determine the rights of property owners in their possessions. It thus followed that as early as 1858 an attorney in this county, Edward Sloan, who had his office in the office of the Circuit Clerk and Recorder of McHenry county, thus having easy access to the records of title, began the profession of writing Abstracts of Title to properties bought and sold in the county. This was the beginning of what is now known as the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Company. In 1866 Mr. E. E. Richards took up this same line of work, in connection with his duties later as Circuit Clerk and Recorder, in which he continued actively until he began his banking career as President of the State Bank of Woodstock. In 1887 Mr. E. C. Jewett became associated with Mr. Richards and the firm name was Richards & Jewett. In those days the abstract business was located on the first floor of the south side of the court house. In 1889 a new building was erected at 130 Cass street, where the Company is now located. At first the abstract business was conducted in the rear of the new bank located in this building. George W. Lemmers entered the employ of Richards & Jewett in 1889, and 10 years later the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Company was organized. After a short time the business was moved from the rear of the bank to the entire second floor of the same building, where it grew in importance and service to the entire county over the passing years. E. E. Richards and E. C. Jewett, the early founders of the business, have passed to their reward. Mr. Lemmers has retired from active service, but these men had built a reputation for service to their patrons, which only many years of painstaking labor could establish. The long stretch of years from 1858, when Edward Sloan first responded to the needs of those hectic days, up to the present time, is almost a duplication of the years of service by the Woodstock Sentinel, to which newspaper we extend congratulations. Like the Sentinel, we have played an important part in the development and growth of Woodstock and the county. Over these many years the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Company has established a record for dependability which is a most valued asset and a guarantee for the future. The records show that more than 30,000 Abstracts of Title have been made by this institution. Today the company, under the active management of J.J. Snyder, and an able corps of assistants, pledges a continuation of the dependable services of the past. Mr. Snyder joined the company in 1931. The offices are now located on the first floor at 130 Cass street, where complete modern equipment is installed to insure prompt and efficient service. We invite our old friends and new ones to visit our offices at their convenience. We will be happy to serve them. Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Company. John M. Hoy, President J. J. Snyder, Vice President and Manager Jessie J. Pfeiffer, Secretary George W. Lemmers, Treasurer Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION THREE EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. Eightieth Anniversary Edition. WOODSTOCK EXACT CENTER OF COUNTY No Town Here When People Voted to Locate Court House in the Center of County TWICE TOLD TALE OF WOODSTOCK'S EARLIEST BEGINNING IN 1844 At the risk of repetition we are quoting a few paragraphs by another writer concerning the early history of Woodstock, as follows: "The location of Woodstock dates back to about the year 1843 or 1844. A short time previous to that date the Legislature had seen fit to divide the county of McHenry, which then embraced what are now Lake and McHenry counties. At that time the county-seat was the village of McHenry, but the division left the county-seat on the extreme eastern edge of the county, and in the year 1843 the people of the county voted to change their seat of government to the centre of the county, now Woodstock, at the time in the centre of an extensive forest and with much marshy land on the east and north sides. With rare foresight Alvin Judd and a few others pre-empted a claim as near as they could determine to the geographical centre of the county, and built a cabin upon it. Those who were concerned in the erection of the first house in Woodstock were Alvin Judd, I. A. Austin, Joseph Goulder, Joel Wood, John Pierce, Daniel Blair, George H. Griffing and Frederick Belcher, now all gathered to their fathers. As soon as the location of the county-seat at this point had been determined upon, Mr. Judd laid out a village (this was in 1844), calling it Centerville. In the midst of a two-acre park, about which the village was to be built, there was erected a court house and jail. After the plat of the village had been made, Judd sold it to George C. Dean, who, in June of the same year, caused it to be recorded. "Centerville was a village of short life, for in 1845, on account of there being so many villages of that name in the country, the citizens showed their good sense in selecting another name and petitioning the Legislature to change it to Woodstock, which, though the efforts of Joel H. Johnson, was accomplished, he desiring it named Woodstock after his former home in Vermont. The First Dwelling "Authorities differ as to who erected the first dwelling house in the new village. Some say that Bradford Burbank erected the first log house in 1843; others, that Alvin Judd erected the first dwelling, which was a part of the old Exchange hotel, which stood where the First National bank is now located. It is also said that the third frame house erected was built by Joel H. Johnson, being the present home of H. C. Doering, on Jackson street. "During the summer of 1845 Frederick Belcher erected another hotel on the site of the present court house. This hotel, when it was moved, was divided, and part of it became the home of the Maher family, and later the home of Hiram Smith, and part the home of Mrs. Margaret Graham on Tryon street. "Gradually store buildings began to be erected around the public square, the first store being opened by Josiah Dwight and Oscar L. Beach on the site where the Woodstock National bank building, formerly Whitson's store, now stands. "At that time the population of the village was about 200, which gradually increased until agitation began for railroad facilities, and shortly after 1850 the railroad was secured and Woodstock began to grow more rapidly and become of more importance." Of course the first court house in McHenry county (when Lake was a part of the same) was in the village of McHenry. It was constructed in 1840 and was sold by order of the county commissioners by Henry Wait, sheriff, on Jan. 8, 1844, coincident with the time that Lake county was organized after the separation. This was followed by the action of the court in September, 1844, which resulted in the acceptance of a warranty deed to the county by George C. Dean, conveying two acres of land for a public square at Centerville, with a court house and jail situated thereon. On Sept. 4 the county commissioners ordered the acceptance of the court house and jail referred to that had been constructed by George C. Dean and Daniel Blair. First Court House Here This court house and jail was a plain two-story frame structure and stood nearly in the center of the public square (park). For this information and what follows concerning our court houses The Sentinel is indebted to the late Erastus E. Richards, who contributed an article on Dec. 14, 1906, from which we quote, as it is undoubtedly the most authentic narrative extant on that subject: "From my best recollection I should say that the court house was a building 36 feet wide east and west by about 45 long north and south. The north end of the building was used for the living rooms of the sheriff. A hallway eight feet wide ran through the building from east to west. The sheriff's office was in the southeast corner, with a door into the jail, which was in the southwest corner of the court house. The jail was on the south end of the building and was built of boards and about 14 feet high. The court room was on the second story of the building and was used for the holding of courts, religious services, donation parties and public meetings, churches and halls not having been built, with the exception of the old Presbyterian church. "The court house being without suitable offices for the use of the county officers, the county commissioners court, at the June term, 1846, ordered that the clerk of said court advertise for sealed proposals to erect a fireproof building for two clerks' offices, recorder's office and probate justice's office, and the 'Old Rat Hole' was erected by Henry M. Wait and other contractors and was used by the above named county officers for several years. "Afterwards the county officers had their offices in the brick buildings erected on the north and south sides of the public square and occupied them up to the time of the completion of the present court house. New Court House "On June 1, 1855, a resolution was adopted by the board of supervisors which provided that if the citizens of Woodstock would purchase the ground then owned by Mary McMahon, being the land on which the present court house is located, and donate the same to the county, the county would donate the old court house to the citizens of the town. The citizens of Woodstock purchased the lot of Miss McMahon for $3,000 and the old court house was made over to them. "The persons who had purchased the building, being suspicious of an attempt to thus summarily remove the old court house, employed a watchman to foil any proceeding of this kind. A friend of the watchman, desiring, no doubt, to somewhat relieve the tedium of the lonely hours of the night, asked the watchman across the street to quench his thirst, and during the absence of this guardian of the building the first-class incendiary got in his work. "An alarm of fire was made and the watchman, rushing back to assist in quenching the fire, saw what he supposed to be a pail of water handy, (it being camphene, a most inflammable material), caught up the bucket and threw the contents on the flames, which act, with the preliminary work of the first-class incendiary, made a most complete and successful conflagration. And thus was court house No. 2 disposed of. "On May 30, 1855, the board of supervisors appointed Neill Donnelly, C. M. Goodsell and A. B. Coon a committee to procure plans and specifications for a court house and jail. Structure of Brick "The committee visited Chicago and procured drawings and specifications, and at a special session of the board held Nov. 20, 1855, the committee reported. The report of the committee was adopted by the board of supervisors. The plans called for a brick and stone, two stories above the basement, the whole to be 44 feet square, with four end projections, the structure to be surmounted by a cupola and dome. The building cost $47,000. "This court house at its completion met all the requirements of a court house, jail and offices for the county officers. Many criticisms have been made of the court house and jail, and which were no doubt just, but alterations and additions have been made until the present time. While our present court house is not beautiful from an architectural standpoint, it is substantial, convenient and safe, and will meet all the requirements of the county for many years." Since the above recital by Mr. Richards in 1906 other additions have been made to the court house and its interiors have been rearranged in several respects, it has been connected with the jail and sheriff's residence on the north, vaults have been enlarged and made more secure, and the records of the people, whose value is inestimable, are safe and secure in all respects. In 1858 and 1859 the public square was graded and shade trees were set out, which are now the pride of every citizen. Work of the Fire Fiend Perhaps no city of equal size in Northern Illinois has suffered more and been benefited more by the fire fiend than has Woodstock. The first destructive conflagration occurred in 1851, when the buildings on the east end of the south side of the square were burned, the fire originating in the office of the Woodstock Argus, the losers being Ira Trowbridge, Alonzo Anderson and Jacob Petrie. On Feb. 24, 1860, fire broke out in Clapp's tin store on the east side of the square, the damage being small, and the following night the loft of the livery stable on Main street, owned by M. L. Joslyn, was discovered in flames and the building was destroyed. Henry Sherwood's saloon and R. G. Schryver's furniture rooms also burned. On Sunday, Oct. 8, 1871, the date'on which the great Chicago fire started, the west portion of the south side of the square burned, the principal losers being John Bunker, Bunker Bros., Brink & Sanford, James Lunney, John Brink & Sanford, James Lunney, John McMahon, C. H. & E. W. Blossom, Timothy Crowley, J. Thomas and John Donnelly, the total loss being about $20,000. On the night of Aug. 27, 1872, all of the buildings on the east side of the square, from East Judd street to East Jackson (Dietz) street, were consumed by the dread element, making next to the largest loss ever experienced at one time from this source. Sixteen store buildings, one dwelling and three barns were destroyed, the loss being estimated at $31,000. Among the losers were: The National bank, the Exchange hotel, Holcomb Brothers, C. H. Dickinson, E. E. Furer, Fred Arnold, George Bachman, L. L. Kappler, E. Richards & Son, M. Best, Richmond & Bird, Thomas Whitson & Sons, D. W. Robinson, J. Foreman & Sons, J. L. Hoyt, T. B. Wakeman and J. A. Parrish. This fire was supposed to have been the work of an incendiary. The city had no fire protection. No Fire Protection On Saturday, June 5, 1875, I. A. Austin's livery barns on Jefferson street, containing several valuable horses, and Mrs. Hunt's warehouse were destroyed, the loss being $10,000. On March 6, 1880, the Dacy warehouse and adjoining buildings and the R. C. Jefferson warehouse went up in smoke, the fire originating from the work of burglars in the American Express Co.'s office. The principal losers by this fire were: T. J. Dacy, $13,000; Furer & Slocum, on grain in the Jefferson warehouse, $2,000; E. R. Bird, $1,500; J. H. Durfee, $2,000; R. C. Jefferson, $3,000; W. D. Ringland (New Era office), $2,000; H. D. Judd, feed store, $1,800. On May 13, 1882, the interior of the Kellog block, then owned by E. Sessions, was gutted, and the remainder of the block narrowly escaped. On Feb. 1, 1892, the east side of Main street, except two brick buildings at the north end, was almost entirely wiped off the city's map, the buildings destroyed being the Waverly House, conducted by W. H. Hobbs, where the fire originated; H. J. Herdklotz' saloon, building owned by Robinson estate; J. P. Kimberly building, used as a billiard parlor and the residence of B. Mullen and family; Alois Dreyer's harness shop (Robinson building); E. A. Knight's livery, feed and sale stable (Joslyn building); A. B. Cowlin's store building, unoccupied, and Mrs. F. P. Donnelly's confectionery store. Damage was also done to A. D. Kennedy's building, the Stone & Hart shoe store and M. G. Tripp's photograph gallery. The total loss was estimated at $35,000. Only the favorable direction of the wind saved the Hoy block from destruction. On April 15, 1893, the entire south half of the east side of the public square was consumed by fire, which originated in the livery barn of M. Church, on Jefferson street. The old "Rat-hole," an old landmark with an interesting history, which, stood where the State bank of Woodstock now is, went with the rest of the tumble-down buildings in the block. The losers were: German Lutheran society, church; M. Church, barn, millinery store and residence; Leidig & Chapman's barber shop; E. S. McFadden's hardware store and tinshop; Sanford, tailor shop; C. F. Gaulke, meat market; R. McCormick, tinshop; G. S. Schneider, tailor shop; D. T. Ring, shoe repair shop. Most of the buildings destroyed were the property of the D. W. Robinson estate. While each of these conflagrations was a disaster at the time of its occurrence, it was nevertheless a blessing in disguise, for in each instance, on the grounds burned over, new and substantial brick and stone structures were erected, and today there are but few wooden buildings in the business portion of the city, and no city of its size has so many or so fine business structures as we justly boast of today. Brewery Fire Some time after the fire above described, a blaze was discovered at the brewery of Zimmer, Herman & Co., on Washington street, a large part of which was totally destroyed, in spite of the valiant efforts of the fire department, whose members had a long ways to go by foot to reach the scene. The company never rebuilt the establishment, but Emil Arnold, its secretary for many years, maintained the ice business there until his death, the company having maintained a lake adjoining the brewery for the harvest of ice of a good quality. This brewery was an employer of considerable labor during its maintainance and provided a market for much of the grain raised by farmers in the community. One of the most stubborn fires ever tackled by the local department occurred on the morning of Friday, April 17, 1905, when incendiaries touched off a blaze at the Hall & Eckert lumber yard, bounded by the railroad, East Judd and Madison streets. At about 3 o'clock that morning fire was discovered coming from the lumber piles by Volney S. Brown and William Gorham, who were the first on the ground, noticing a stranger leaving the yards a short time before. The department struggled with this stubborn blaze all day before subduing it about evening. Gus Vogel and Fred Kimberly, nightwatches, were also soon on the ground and maintained vigilance with other officers until the entire establishment been destroyed, along with the residence occupied by John E. Cunningham, contractor, who happened to carry $800 insurance on his tools and equipment, but there was said to have been no insurance on the lumber yard stock. Woodstock Fire Department In connection with its write-up of this fire The Sentinel carried a picture of the fire companies and gave the personnel of the latter as follows: Fire marshal, E. L. Hanaford; foreman, Capt. W. C. Eichelberger; police, Willard H. Sherman and Daniel F. Quinlan. Hose Co. No. 1—James P. Brink, captain; P. B. Anderson, lieutenant; Reid A. Pratt, Volney S. Brown, Joseph Horock, Jesse C. Pierce, Fred G. Eiklor, Thomas B. Merwin, Earl E. Bower, Lynn A. Stone. Hose Co. No. 2—William F. Glazier, captain; Owen G. Mead, lieutenant; George W. Lemmers, Guy E. Still, Lynn W. Richards, Clare Floyd, Jesse R. Kingsley, Frank C. Hanaford, Chas. F. Renich, James Dilley. Hook and Ladder Company—David Rattray, captain; William T. Charles, lieutenant; Eugene R. Hoy, Delbert J. Olmstead, Edward B. Losee, Edwin E. Mead, George L. Murphy, Barlow A. Hayden, Edward C. Nelson, M. J. Wandrack, Emery E. Arnold, Cliff V. Sherman, George Bartelt. School House Fire On Dec. 2, 1919, the old school house erected in 1866, facing South street, between Throop and Dean, was destroyed by fire, the loss being total, including many valuable records that can not be replaced. In this building literally thousands of Woodstock children obtained all of the education that many of them ever got in an institution of learning. Principals, or superintendents,' who served in that building, as near as can be recalled, were Badger, Miller, Wilkie, Wood, Knight, Estee, Hursh, Knight, Klein, Hart, and others of more or less blessed memory, depending largely on whose memory it be and what the circumstances. The writer of this review passed nine years in that building, and its absence from the old scene is still regretted by all who had a similar experience in the days from 1856 to 1919. Most Recent Bad Fire The last fire of considerable consequence was the burning of the building at the corner of Main and Cass streets in zero temperature on the morning of Jan. 28, 1936. This old building, memorable because of its long standing on that corner for between 80 and 90 years, had for years been devoted to the boot and shoe business, but housed several different establishments at the time of its destruction. Its early tenants were Josiah Dwight, William H. Dwight, Cowlin & Dwight, Cowlin, Forrest & Dwight, Henry A. Stone, Stone & Hart and H. A. Stone & Son, in the order named, who there dispensed footwear, to the public for more than half a century, and after the death of H. A. Stone it was conducted for some time by his son, Lynn F. Stone. About 30 years ago the west side of the store became the quarters of the McHenry County State bank, which, under the management of John D. Donovan and his associates, did a thriving business there until its removal to what was formerly the Whitson hardware store on Benton street. The tenants at the time of the fire, which destroyed this old landmark were the Corner tavern, Boehart's tavern, Lindvall's shoe repair shop, Bransby's studio, Readel's lunch room, and Miss Rita Ritzer, who had rooms on the second floor. The total loss was estimated at $30,000, with very little insurance. Among the valuables lost in the fire were many old-time negatives in the photograph studio on the second floor which was originally conducted by G. A. Burbank and later by Melvin G. Tripp, which never can be replaced and which should have been preserved in a fire-proof compartment. In the Days Before the Civil War, Brick Block on South Side of City Park [photo] Woodstock citizens early began to build a city of beauty and permanence. Although in those days most of the new buildings were frame, still there are at least two business blocks of brick structure built before the Civil war, that are still among the most valuable properties in Woodstock. These two blocks were the one illustrated above and the Hoy Block on the north side of the park, which is shown elsewhere. Our readers will note with interest the four story building shown in the center of the south side block. This was for years known as the Bunker building and remained four siories until a few years ago, when the present owners removed the fourth floor, making it uniform in height with the building adjoining. We have no records which tell us when this block of business houses was built. It was probably in the early fifties. Note the fact that the trees in the park are very small, probably only a few years old when this picture was taken. Woodstock's city park has always been the pride of its citizens. This was true already in those early days as was evidenced by the fact that the new court house, built in 1857, was not erected in the park, but on a separate property to the west, which was purchased by the people of Woodstock for the sum of $3,000 and donated as a court house site to the county. Three thousand dollars was a large sum of money for the people of this city to contribute at that time to preserve the park free from buildings for future generations to enjoy and the fact that they did it apparently without much controversy or difficulty is another evidence of the patriotism and farsightedness of Woodstock's pioneer citizens. PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition View of Hoy Block During Civil War Days MANY EARLY EVENTS PICTURED IN SENTINEL FILES OF EARLY DAYS (Continued from Page Seven, Section Two) July, 1866 to July, 1867 Daniel Tripp opened his harness shop in the basement of the postoffice building. The Sentinel was enlarged to nine columns to the page in the issue of Jan. 24. Abraham E. Smith sold his Indiana newspaper. Mr. Teeple sold his interest in the foundry to Henry Eckert. Masons commenced laying brick on the school house, June 11. At the judicial election in June only 118 votes were polled and Judge Murphey was re-elected. The list of taxable incomes in the county was published, with C. S. Dole, of Crystal Lake, heading the list. The cornet band received a set of silver instruments. Saloon licenses were raised to $200 per year. Building was on the boom in village and country and the lumber yards had all the business they could handle. Rev. S. C. Hay preached in the Congregational and Presbyterian churches the previous Sunday. E. E. Thomas & Son began business, succeeding Philbrick & James. The brass band had been organized under the leadership of E. E. Richards, and $200 was donated for its support by the business men. County Superintendent of Schools Kingman purchased a house in town, northeast of Bunker & Stevers' lumber yard, corner Madison and East Judd streets. John J. Murphy associated his brother, E. A. Murphy, in business with him. John S. Wheat was elected president of the village board on April 1 and Elam M. Lamb as supervisor on the 2nd. The license party celebrated a big victory. Thompson & Abbott started another cheese factory on Queen Anne prairie. Owen Shanley, "sneak thief," was arrested for stealing a shovel. J. H. Durfee, the newly-appointed express agent, had received a new and elegant wagon from Chicago. A little son of Fred Arnold had his leg broken. July 1867 to 1888 A. L. Chollar, station agent, was moved to Harvard, and the vacancy was filled by A. F. Field, who held on for many years. Chollar and his daughter were noted for the beauty of their singing voices. Gates & Dodge dissolved partnership, and Gates continued the hardware store alone. The baseball fever was at its height, and a number of clubs had been organized. Calvary Commandery Started Calvary Commandery No. 25, Knights Templar, was instituted with Enos W. Smith as the first eminent commander. Harvard defeated Woodstock at baseball, 56 to 48. A new team had been organized with A. B. Coon as president. A physician of the county was in jail for non-payment of a small debt and costs of lawsuit. Slocum & Furer had shipped two carloads of new wheat, two of oats and four of rye to Chicago. Great dealers were these two well-known citizens. Rev. R. K. Todd was engaged in collecting subscription accounts for The Sentinel. The new school house was ready for the roof on Sept. 19, and the papers said: "This splendid edifice, when completed, will have few equals in the state." A reunion of the 95th Illinois was held at Harvard, Sept. 25. Lemmers & Cumins had completed one of the finest and best dwellings in town or vicinity for Mark Hickox, south of the fair grounds. Fred Renich For Grant Fred Renich nominated General Grant for president in an "ad" in the paper. Col. L. S. Church, the owner, enlarged the building in which The Sentinel office was located. The new bell for the Congregational church was received and put into place, also the new bell for the Baptist church—and how the bells did ring on Sunday mor nings, especially! Thompson & Abbott shipped 20,000 pounds of cheese to Chicago. R. M. Patrick & Co., Marengo, opened a new bank. Lumber dealers were selling vast quantities of building materials. A. A. Martin purchased the building formerly occupied by Sanford's tailor shop, and also the building housing Geo. W. Sylvester's jewelry store, and placed the latter in charge of M. Sherman. George Eckert and Amy Green were married on Nov. 12, 1867. R. C. Jefferson opened another lumber yard. New School House School was opened in the new building on Dec. 1, with Prof. J. A. Badger as principal and 223 pupils in the three departments. James M. Kimball opened a furniture store. He had conducted the same business some time before that. A complete description of the new school building was published, declaring it to be "the finest edifice in McHenry county." A new fire engine had been purchased, and reservoirs were to be built to contain a supply of water in case of need. A fair given by the Catholic ladies was a great success. The public scales on the square were inspected by a Chicago man, and also Austin & Bunker's by the same individual. The local postoffice sent out 49,000 letters in 1867 and 2,109 deeds, mortgages, etc., were recorded in the circuit clerk's office. Our "National Government A report showed that it had cost $350,000,000 to run the national government the past year. Woodstock badly needed a public hall, as Phoenix hall was too small and uncomfortable and almost inaccessible. The Presbyterian church, under the pastorate of Rev. C. E. Ryder, was out of debt, the last payment of $3,118 having been made, the total cost having been $10,000, and Rev. Todd expressed thanks. That was the old brick church. Abram Still and Jane E. Allen were married on Feb. 17, 1868. Cass and Clay streets had been extended and damages allowed property owners amounted to $3,100. Both drug stores were maintaining libraries. There were many new residences to be constructed during the year. Places worth $1,000 were renting at $10 per month. There were two express offices in town—American and Merchants Union. Misses Harper and Brown were conducting a singing school. Frank Sherman became landlord of the Exchange hotel. Benton Street Extended The street east of the square (Benton) was being extended to the railroad track. Merchants were assessed on account of their sales, and R. M. Patrick & Co., Marengo, were high, with J. J. & E. A. Murphy second in sales the previous year. A portion of the old school building was moved onto the John Donnelly lot and was called "a magnificent structure" sarcastically. The North-Western railway round house was destroyed by fire at a loss. A mortgage was filed in the office of the circuit clerk—C. & N. W. Ry. Co. to Samuel J. Tilden—that carried revenue stamps totaling $15,100. The Exchange hotel became the Sherman house, under the new management of Frank Sherman. R. C. Jefferson bought out his competitors in the lumber business and there was only one lumber dealer in town for awhile. The extension of Clay street through the Dr. Murphey property was completed. Liquor sellers of the village refused to take out licenses under the advanced rates, and only beer was sold. Grant Is Nominated Ulysses S. Grant and Schuyler Colfax were nominated for president and vice-president in Chicago — a very short convention. Thirty men were employed at C. B. Durfee's brick yard, just opened. George Abbott brought 15 or 20 head of cattle for shipment to Chicago, several of them weighing over 2,000 pounds. The new school house was dedicated on May 22, with music conducted by J. H. Durfee and practically all local preachers taking part. Many citizens were planting shade trees, accounting for the refreshing-shade of today. Henry Eckert was building a new mowing machine of his own "get-up." A uniform grade for sidewalks was urged. John J. Murphy, Ira Slocum and G. T. Kasson broke ground for elegant dwellings on Jackson street, and Frank Hanaford and L. H. S. Barrows had residences nearly completed. J. M. Kimball was preparing to erect a building for a furniture store on the west side of Main street. There were two barber shops in town—Mr. John and Mr. Sweet, proprietors. The Presbyterian ladies deferred their strawberry festival on account of the high price of berries in Chicago. Hop culture was extensive in the city and neighborhood. In May 22,824 gallons of milk were shipped to Chicago from the local station. Saloonkeepers Arrested Three saloonkeepers were arrested for violation of liquor ordinances and an injunction against the village was granted them by T. B. Wakeman at Harvard. Rev. C. E. Ryder resigned the pastorate of the Presbyterian church, having been appointed general agent in the Northwest for the Hebrew Christian Brotherhood of New York. Cowlin & Dwight's grocery store was offered for sale on account of the former's health. The Woodstock Brick, Drain Tile & Peat works were given an extensive write-up, and Durfee, the owner, complimented for his work. Cherries and raspberries were on the market—the former $3.50 a bushel and the latter 20 cents a quart. Kimball's building and the new round house were about completed. The weather was intensely hot in July, 1868. July, 1868 to 1869 Seymour and Blair were the Democratic candidates named for president and vice-president. Harvest hands were drawing $2 to $3.50 per day. There was prospect of a new passenger depot. Item: "Green corn abounds plentifully. Moderate indulgence will hurt no one in good health." A Democratic rally was addressed by Richard Bishop, the man who could use more "cuss words" than any speaker in the county. Prof. J. A. Badger filled the Congregational pulpit for two Sundays. The death of Abel W. Fuller on Aug. 10 brought out mourning lines in the paper, as he had been a progressive merchant in the firm of Lyon, Fuller & Co. Gov, Oglesby Here Governor Oglesby delivered a speech in Woodstock, Aug. 22, that was published in full. Item: "The Democrat who threw an egg at one of the speakers on Saturday evening last was either drunk or a very poor marksman. He came near spoiling the countenance of one of his own party." A Chicago Times reporter to the Democratic meeting got full and was only able to furnish "a brief and incoherent account of the affair two days afterwards." The Democrats had a procession for John R. Eden, candidate for governor, who addressed a rally in town—a regular torchlight affair. The 8th Illinois cavalry held a reunion at Sycamore on Sept. 18, and the 36th volunteers at Elgin in October. School opened with J. A. Badger as principal and Mrs. M. A. Crosby, Miss A. M. Gates, Clara Whiffen, Jane Stull, Miss L. A. Hayward, Cora Tew and Miss F. P. Richards as teachers. There were 70 pupils in the High school and the grades ran from 53 to 81. J. L. Hoyt sold his bakery and restaurant to Amos Churchill. Sentinel Issue Daily The Sentinel was to issue a daily during the fair. John J. Murphy's new residence was nearly completed—finest building of the kind in the county. Fred Renich moved his cigar store to the building formerly occupied by A. A. Martin on east side square. The postoffice department changed the name of Dearborn to Nunda. Rev. T, C. Kirkwood was again pastor of the Presbyterian church, where he served part of 1867. J. C. Choate had moved to No. 1 Phoenix block. The Sentinel force of operatives had been augmented. Apples were scarce and bound to be very dear. P. W. Murphey's dental office was moved to Excelsior block, rooms formerly occupied by Joslyn & Slavin. Money (silver) was found, mostly quarters, about $8, on a lot opposite Elam Felt's residence. A lot of new residences were being-constructed on Nov. 10. Tong & Bogenrief opened a carriage, shop in town, and Mr. Tong was long at that work. A peculiar situation existed on The Sentinel, which had two editors, F. M. Sapp on the editorial page and G. B. Richardson. on the local page. J. B. Babcock assumed charge of the Marengo Republic. E. E. Sherwood succeeded Fuller and Sherwood in the dry goods store. Dr. H. W. Richardson and A. R. Murphey formed a partnership in the drug store on the corner. Haunted House A story of a haunted house in Hartland was the principal news in this issue. A. Thomas reported 90 bushels of corn to the acre on a six-acre piece. Thirty to 40 men were cutting ice on Crystal Lake, Jan. 21. There were 462 pupil's in school when the new term opened. Renich Bros, placed an Indian squaw, in front of their cigar store, and the reporter said: "We saw an intoxicated countryman endeavoring to make love to it a few days ago, but with indifferent success." John M. Mullen left the store of J. J. & E. A. Murphy after years of service and went to. California to live. New Invention The editor had taken to "the most wonderful of modern inventions," and was riding, a velocipede made at home and finished to his satisfaction. R. C. Jefferson took James Scott as his partner in the lumber business. Measles among the children and teachers delayed the opening of school. Icelus Fay sold his jewelry store to a couple of gentlemen named Blossom. The clock in the tower of the Presbyterian church resumed operations after. M. Sherman had given it his magic touch. Ulysses S. Grant was inaugurated president on March 4, with a very brief address. John A. Reichelt sold his stock of shoes to W. H. Cowlin, who was to return and make Woodstock his permanent home. The year 1869 began and ended on Friday. Dacy Builds Warehouse T. J. Dacy broke ground for. a two-story building for agricultural implement warehouse at the northeast corner eg the square. A sidewalk was ordered built on the north side of Chemung (Washington) street, Mark Hathaway resigned his position as clerk of the Pratt house, after three years of service. Local Catholics purchased from C. B. Durfee eight acres of land south of Oakland for cemetery purposes. K. J. usman had a velocipede. M. Riley was seriously injured while working on the raidroad near Milton Junction, Wis. B. N. Smith located in Woodstock about 1860, the paper said. Strawberry and ice cream festivals were all the vogue, among the churches and other organizations. The public school closed on June 25, as Principal Badger had received orders from the board that "all the money raised for the purpose of defraying the current expenses of the school had been expended. We shall therefore be compelled to close the school on Friday, the 25th. You will therefore dismiss the same on that day for the term." Richard Rossall, an employee of the railroad company, was severely injured by being thrown from a handcar. Mr. Rossall, who was the father of Mrs. J. C. Darrell, was one of the constructors of the North-Western for many years. Mr. Taft, an employee of the foundry, lost an eye when a small piece of iron struck him. The accounts of the 4th of July celebrations monopolized most of the local section of the paper this week. Dr. H. W. Richardson moved his office to the northeast corner of the square and Elam Felt opened sewing machine salesroom in rooms in the Rathole, upstairs, that Richardson vacated. Frank Crosby became principal of the public school, with his wife as assistant, and Cora Thomas, Edna Jewett and Cynthia G. Haynor as teachers. Item quoted from records of the county for 1837: "Ordered by the court, that the following descriptions of property be taxable one cent on the dollar for the year, viz: On shares and indentures or registered negro or mulatto servants, on pleasure carriages, on distilleries, on stock of trade, on all horses, mules, and neat cattle above three years of age, on swine, on lumber and one-horse wagons, on clocks and on watches with their appendages." July, 1868, to September, 1869 C. D. Ramsey was appointed pound-master to "arrest" all horses found at large upon the streets at any time and cows after 9 p. m., and place them in a suitable enclosure. J. H. Tappan was building a new house on Calhoun street. The ice houses at Crystal Lake were destroyed by fire. Farmers building houses were George Bertschy, Robert Forrest and William Bassett. Band Is Peeved All expenses of the 4th of July celebration were paid except the band, who were peeved and disorganized, but they were finally satisfied when Fred. Renich started a subscription paper with $5 and raised $50 from the business men to pay the band "as a matter of civic honor." "The Caucus System—A Reform Needed" was the subject of more than a column showing the abuses that prevailed for many years. Asa W. Smith defeated R. K. Todd for school commissioner in the town caucus—114 to 107. A "buss" was run from the Pratt house to the depot for the accommodation of travelers. September, 1869, 1o July, 1870 A special train of eight cars went to DesPlaines for the camp meeting, Sunday morning. M, D. Hoy thanked the people for his renomination as county clerk. Dacy & Jefferson were erecting a grain elevator in the triangle back of the Dacy block. (Continued on page three) ALICE I. BLAKESLEE [photo] Was a native of New York and came to this vicinity with her parents when a mere child and here obtained her early education. For 17 years she was an instructor in the public school, where her ability and talents were conspicuous among the many able educators who have served the people of the district. For many years she resided on the Blakeslee homestead abutting the fair grounds east of the city, but her last days were spent at the hospitable Blakeslee home on Madison street, where she resided with her brother, Delos D. Blakeslee, a genial, whole-souled citizen whose friends were limited only by his acquaintances. At the time of her death, June 27, 1899, her biographer said of her: "A born educator, she was quiet and unobtrusive in her manner and pure and unaffected in her character, and ever wielded an influence for good that will remain with its recipients as long as their lives shall endure. She held her position in the school on account of real merit and was released only when the board realized that her health and strength could no longer endure the strain." And that influence still prevails. Nelson Blakeslee, the father, passed away on Mar. 21, 1895, at the age of 80 years. "Gone, but not forgotten," can be said truthfully of this splendid woman, who preferred to remain a spinster that she might devote all of her time to her chosen profession of "teaching the young idea how to shoot." EMILUS C. JEWETT [photo] The above is a picture of the late Emilus C. Jewett, taken probably forty-five years ago, perhaps before he went into the banking business. Mr. Jewett was born on a farm in McHenry county on January 29, 1854, a son of Walter P. and Harriet C. Jewett. He lived a long life of usefulness in Woodstock—as a business man and banker, a public official, councilman and mayor, a friend of man, his whole life dedicated to service in this community. Mr. Jewett died on October 8, 1931. With his passing Woodstock lost one of her noblest and most valued citizens. ELIZABETH GIVEN Musto and Elizabeth Given were among a small group of early pioneers in Dorr township who in 1846 organized the First Presbyterian church at Woodstock. She was a sister of Charles Dufield, another charter member who helped in the organization of this church. She was known among her friends as AUNT IBBY (for Elizabeth) and was a loyal and devoted worker in her home, among her neighbors and in her church. Her religious standards were high, perhaps in this age might be considered rigid, but she lived her life according to those standards, setting a worthy example for future generations to follow. VIEW OF THE HOY BLOCK DURING CIVIL WAR DAYS This excellent picture of the northeast side of the public square shows the Hoy Block, consisting of the first three store rooms to the left of the picture, together with a fourth building, which, back in the eighties was the property of John Kennedy, father of the late A. D. Kennedy o£ this city. The corner frame building was the Stone Shoe Store building, which burned only a year ago. Note the building in the street to the right of the Hoy block. This building stood in what is now Benton street, between the Dacy Block and Slavin & Merwin Block. It was removed to permit opening Benton street to the railroad tracks. Back in the eighties the Hoy Block, a brick structure, was raised four feet above its former level to bring it up to the new grade of the street in front, which had been filled from year to year. This job was considered quite an improvement by the late owner, M. D. Hoy, and was accomplished by workmen while the tenants in the building continued "business as usual." A Closeup of the same block Note the contraption in front of the Medlar Studio, doubtless an arrangement for developing films in the sunlight. The Hoy Block After the Building Was Raised In the story below the big picture of the Hoy Block we told our readers that the Hoy Block was raised four feet. Note the proof of this fact when you compare the two above closeup pictures. Note the break in the block between the first building to the left and the balance of the block. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE BRIEF PARAGRAPHS REPRINTED FROM OLD SENTINEL FILES (Continued from page two) Geo. K. Bunker George K. Bunker purchased the Heaton place on Jackson street and was to move to town. Comment: "He will be heartily welcome. Woodstock is in need of such men." Edward Sloan's abstract books were left with E. E. Ruchards for eight or nine months while he went to California for his health. John Hackett's little girl of two years was scalded to death by a cup of hot tea in the house that stood where the Donovan home now is on Tryon street. A son of C. F. Lemmers fell from the judges stand on the fair grounds the previous week and was unconscious for several days. That's Frank M., who has been a printer bold in Milwaukee the past 40 years and more. Sapp & Richardson were to leave the county in a few weeks and urged payment of subscription and other accounts. The name of Wm. E. Smith again appeared as editor and manager of the Sentinel. J. C. Choate and E. E. Thomas purchased the buildings now occupied by J. J. Stafford and the ice cream parlor adjoining, Oct. 7, 1869. George K. Bunker moved to town and engaged in business with his brother, A. K.. Bunker, while the father, John Bunker, moved his stock of crockery to the basement of the building where the city hall now stands. John D. Short sold his grocery to Charles Crawford. Wm. E. Smith purchased The Sentinel, after three and three-fourths months of Sapp & Richardson, and made a fine bow about returning home. The first load of wheat was admitted to the Jefferson & Dacy warehouse on Oct. 16. Dr. C. B. Durfee shipped a carload of wet peat to Brickton, Cook county, starting a new industry. Kittie Lemmers, three years old, was kicked by a horse on the John Nugent place on Throop street, and was seriously injured. Dr. A. D. Merritt resumed practice and was substituting for Dr. H. W. Richardson. The county jail was empty, as all prisoners were taken to Joliet penitentiary. Charles Donnelly was injured by a cut with a hatchet on his left leg, next to the knee joint, and was a little lame ever afterwards. A bad fire did much damage to the upper portion of the John J. Murphy residence. Dr. H. W. Richardson sold his interest in the corner drug store to M. D. Hoy, and the new firm became Murphey & Hoy, Mr. Hoy's place being-supplied by his son, Luman T. Taxes Were Low The state tax amounted to about $1.75, per $100. A picture of the new press installed by The Sentinel was printed and people were invited to call and see it operate. The vote in November: Republican, 1235 to 1447 to a Democratic vote of 319 to 482, high and low for various candidates. The most severe snow storm ever known in the county prevailed for three days and the roof of the Tower livery stable on Main street caved in. Wheat was selling at 30 cents at Independence, Iowa. There was a case of lynching at Crystal Lake in December, 1869. Local news was shifted to last page, and only a half-sheet was issued because of the Christmas holidays. E. E. Richards was substituting for John M. Southworth as circuit clerk, as that officer was visiting his brother in California. Money Always Scarce Money was scarce and difficult of procurement. Only twice (1844 and 1952) had McHenry county failed to give a majority against a party bearing the name of Democrat, and that record has been maintained ever since. New type and changed headings gave The Sentinel a new appearance on Jan. 20, 1870. Marriage licenses to the number of 162 had been issued in 1869 by the county clerk. R. C. Jefferson and wife celebrated their second wedding anniversary. Silas Olmstead died on Jan. 6, 1870, aged 80 years, at Crystal Lake. Medlar's gallery was crowded daily with people getting their pictures taken. Rev. T. C. Kirkwood quit the Presbyterian church and Rev. A. L. Riggs the Congregational, while Rev. Horace Burchard became pastor of the Baptist church. Woodstock voted for saloon licenses again on April 5. The Fifteenth amendment went into operation in Woodstock, when seven colored men voted at the elections. James M. Kimball sold his furniture store to Rudolph Diesel, who continued it for many years, in addition to undertaking. Daniel Weaver, "a Fifteenth amendment," became janitor of the public school. The grand jury found 60 indictments, 46 of them for selling liquor. George K. Bunker improved his place on Jackson street by removing the "sombre-looking trees." Eight hundred cords of wood were destroyed by fire at Ridgefield, and the railroad company lost $4,800. George H. Hoy was severely injured by the kick of a horse on April 13— a narrow escape from instant death. J. S. Wheat, D. P. Conklin and H. W. Mead were added to the banking firm of a B. Durfee & Co. Wheat & Wright's drug store fountain was enjoying a rush on account of the 87 degree temperature. A dozen thrifty maple trees were planted on the east and south sides of the court house. Clay street was one of the handsomest in Woodstock. Colonel Church returned from the constitutional convention, with work completed. Andrew Bourne was building a fine home south of the fair grounds. A fine of $30 was imposed for refusing to answer the questions propounded by the census taker. Sheriff Badger, Mac Church and Frank Sherman were corporation police, with Badger as chief. The village was enjoying the luxury of a sprinkler for the streets and it worked like a charm. The business men paid for it. Alex. L. Salisbury returned from a trip East and visited Charleston, S. C. and Atlanta, Ga., on the way. Cass Street Extended Arrangements were made to open Cass street to Throop and Judd. The paper kicked because there were no "loopholes" at the corners of the square. L. S. Church became president and John J. Murphy cashier of the First National bank, of which Mr. M. had been president since its organisation. The magnitude of the F. G. Durfee & Co. brick, tile and peat works was dwelt upon in a long article and. the various processes were outlined. On June 9 George Pratt had set over 500 wagon tires since March, due to dry weather. Jefferson & Scott sold their lumber business to C. G. Haynor and Nelson Norton. The great novelist, Charles Dickens, died in England. John Nugent sold his stock of groceries to G. Huber. Abraham E. Smith and R. F. Crawford, over form Rockford, said that the city was in a demented condition over baseball. Poor old Ike Schermerhorn was in town, delivering temperance lectures. John E. Burton left Richmond to teach at Lake Geneva, where he became a millionaire and a famous iron miner. A team of baseball called the "Pastimes" was organized, with Jay Van Slyke as captain. Pupils who had the highest averages in High school were Cora Smith, Ella Hyde, Jennie Fitch, Jennie Lemmers, and Lizzie Johnson, and Miss Lemmers had not been absent during the entire year. In the grammar grade: Julia Allen, Irene Holcomb, Chas. Northrop, Chas. Furer and Josephine Sondericker. Second grammar: Jerome Sondcricker, Belle Kimball, Chas. Barrows, Fremont Hoy, Chas. Kelly. First intermediate: Frank Choate, Harvey Kimball, Lizzie Stewart, Emma Furer, Sarah Munger. Second intermediate: Waldo Hart, Michael Schenck, Matie Richmond, Hattie Thomas, Mary Magner. Neither absent nor tardy: Susie Schenck. Rev. Hay Comes Back Rev. S. C. Hay again resumed the pastorate of the Presbyterian church, and continued for more than a quarter of a century. The old M. E. church and lot was sold to the Universalist society, June 25 1870. The furniture and fixtures of the Pratt house were sold at auction and the house closed. The "Stars" baseball team was organized, with Albert Salisbury as captain of the first nine. John Hanaford had a cow that gave 54% pounds of milk per day from three milkings. Over 3,600 sheep in a drove went through the streets of Woodstock, on the evening of July 4. W W Ellsworth, of Greenwood, had a Magee pig 14 months old that weighed 420 pounds, and was only in good stock condition. Marcus, better known as "Bismarck," raised a German flag over his place of business in sympathy with Prussians in their struggle with France. It was the same flag that was carried by the Prussian army. Wind demolished the sheds on the fair grounds. Baseball was raging—many teams mentioned, with scores up to 49. Looking West on Cass Street from Pfeiffer's Corner [photo] Note the building up the hill. It is the Neill Donnelly store building, which stood where the sheriff's residence now is. WOODSTOCK DRY GOODS COMPANY The store building on the south-east corner of the public square, which for almost forty years has been recognized as the merchandising center for women in Woodstock, was erected in 1898-99, and its first occupant was the firm N. R. Buckley & Son. In 1902 the business was purchased by William McAllister and William Potter, who incorporated the store as the WOODSTOCK DRY GOODS COMPANY, with Mr. McDonnall as manager. He was succeeded in 1904 by the late W. F. Weaver. In that same year 40 feet was added to the depth of the building to provide more room for the steadily increasing business. Lester C. Nogle, now manager and principal owner, began his career in this store in a minor capacity in 1904, and over a continuous period of thirty-three years has devoted his time and talents to the service of the merchandising public between these four walls. In 1919 Mr. Nogle became manager and on March 21,1921, he formed his own company, which purchased the entire stock issue and control of the Woodstock Dry Goods Company. Under his management the business has gone forward and prospered and has grown steadily in friends and patrons until today it is recognized as the leader and outstanding dry goods merchandising establishment in McHenry county. Mr. Nogle believes the secret of successful merchandising lies in hard work, courteous treatment of all patrons, leadership in the selection of timely quality merchandise and honesty in business dealings with all. In August, 1933, Mr. A. McCullough, formerly with Marshall Field & Company, wholesale, of Chicago, entered the business of the Woodstock Dry Goods Company, lightening and sharing the burden of responsibilities resting upon Mr. Nogle, and with his help the business has continued to grow and prosper. The Woodstock Dry Goods Company and its personnel sincerely appreciates the loyal patronage it has received in the many years past from its friends and the buying public, and to them all extends its thanks. It will be our pleasure in the future to continue to give our patrons the best service at our command, offering for their selection and approval the best merchandise obtainable at reasonable prices within the reach of all. For the future we will continue our policy of service to the buying public, square dealing and honest prices. Following this policy we hope to continue to merit the good will and patronage of the buying public. DANIEL TRIPP [PHOTO] MRS. DANIEL TRIPP [PHOTO] Was native of New York, where he was reared as a farmer's boy and started to learn the harnessmaker's trade when 19 years of age; came to Illinois in 1852 and worked at his trade in Rockford, Belvidere, Pecatonica and Rock Island; came to Woodstock in 1857, in which year he was married to Sarah Elizabeth Burbank, a daughter of Elijah and Sarah Hutchins Burbank; after marriage they resided for a time at Tamaroa, Ill. and one year in Perry county, this state; returned to Woodstock in 1866, and, except for one year (1877) in Texas, this city was his home until his death, which occurred Aug. 23, 1910, at the age of 83 years. Mr. Tripp was a quiet, unassuming gentleman, a hard worker always, and followed his trade faithfully and efficiently until his death, both as a hired man and in his own shop, which was once destroyed by fire. He was an unaffiliated Mason and a member of Calvary Commandery No. 25, Knights Templar, an original Republican who voted for Abraham Lincoln for president; a member of the Presbyterian church; a man of sterling qualities, highly respected in the community. As stated above, Mrs. Tripp was a daughter of Elijah Burbank, who came to this locality with her parents in 1847. She was a devout member and ardent worker in the Presbyterian church, a wonderful mother and a good neighbor and friend. Her last years were passed with her son, the late Melvin Tripp, photographer, in the old Burbank homestead at the corner of Dean and Tryon streets, where she passed away, April 12, 1899, aged 64 years, and where her sister, Ella Burbank, survived her by several years. The South-east Corner of the Square [photo] A rare winter scene, looking south from the Hoy block, shows the Exchange Hotel, the Rat Hole and other buildings in the block from the present First National Bank around to Stafford's furniture store. PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK INCORPORATED AS VILLAGE IN 1852; AS CITY IN 1873 Woodstock was incorporated by a special act of the Legislature approved June 22, 1852, when the government was vested in a president and a board of trustees. The original charter was several times amended, giving the village officers greater powers. An examination of the old records of the village shows many interesting and amusing things. In the earliest days it was often a difficult matter to obtain the attendance of all the members of the village board, and to correct this failure a resolution was introduced fining absentees who failed to give a good excuse for their absence, and these fines were often enforced. The fathers of the village lived in exciting times. The village was full of groggeries and it seemed to be a hard task for the village officers to control them or compel them to pay the little license fee exacted, but of these things we refer more at length elsewhere in this paper. Woodstock has been extremely fortunate in the character of the men who have served her in official capacities. Not more than twice in the eighty-four years of her corporate existence has there been a suspicion that the city's funds were being misappropriated, and then the amounts involved were small. Following is a substantially complete list of the officers who served the village from 1852 until its incorporation as a city in 1873. In securing this list we have expended a large amount of time hunting through the old record books, and there may be a few slight errors in dates and a few unimportant omissions, but the list is as near correct as possible, and we give it for the preservation of the generations that have come into existence since these early fathers have passed to their reward. Among the names that follow will be found those of the founders and promoters of our City, the fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers of many of the readers of this article. Presidents of the Board Alvin Judd, 52-4. Enos Smith, 54-5. Neill Donnelly, 55-7, 60-1. Melvin B. Baldwin, 57-8. M. W. Hunt, 58-9. H. B. Burton, 59-60. M. L. Joslyn, 61-2, 66-7. H. S. Hanchett, 62-3. William Kerr, 63-5-7. John S. Wheat, 67-8. B. N. Smith, 68-9. M. D. Hoy, 69-70. E. E. Richards, 70-1-2. L. H. Davis, 72-3. Village Trustees ; Joseph Goulder, 52-3. Lawrence S. Church, 52-3. Cyrus B. Durfee, 52-3, 65-6. Ira C. Trowbridge, 52-3. Ithrum Taylor, 52-3. George H. Griffing, 52-5,9, (resigned in May). 61-2, 64-5. Arad Sly, 53-7. F. I. Mansfield, 53-4. Erick Knutson, 53-4. Charles M. Willard, 53-4, 58-9. William B. Hart, 53-5. Lindsey Joslyn, 53 (6 months), 57-8. George W. Bentley, 53-4. Neill Donnelly, 54-5, 67-8, 70-1. Thomas F. Sherman, 54-5. M. B. Baldwin, 54-7. William Sloan, 54-5. Thomas Whitson, 55-6, 69-71. Joel H. Johnson, 55-6, 63-4. John Donnelly, 55-7. Caleb Rich, 55-7. Henry M. Wait, 56- Jan. 58. Elam M. Lamb, 56-Dec. 57, 67-8. Charles Schryver, 57-9. M. W. Hunt, 57-Jan. 58. Erastus Richards, 57 (resigned in September), 62-3. P. B. Enos, 57-8. H. B. Burton, Sept. 57-8, 60-1, 64-7. N. S. Wicker, 58-9. G. B. Dake, 58-9. Walter P. Jewett, 58-9, 60-1. Calvin Pike, 58-9. George Hebard. 59-60. Perry W. Murphy. 59-60. Cornelius Quinlan, 59-60. Alvin Judd, 59-60. O. S. Johnson, Dec. 57-8, 60-3. L. H. Davis, 60-2, 64-5, 68-70. Enos W. Smith, May 59-60. R. F. Crawford, 60-2, (resigned in December). Abel W. Fuller, 61-2, 64-5, 67-8. John C. Choate, 61-2. Charles Crawford, 61-2. John J. Murphy, 62-3. Edwin E. Thomas, 62-4, 66-7, 69-70, 72-3. George F. Stone, 62-3, Robert G. Schryver, 63-4. George N. Sherwood, 63-4. T. F. Johnson, 63-4. G. B. Watrous, Jan. 63-4. Abraham E. Smith, 64-5. James H. Slavin, 65-6. Martin Haas,, 65-6. Andrew Bourne, 65-6. Michael McCahill, Dec. 65-6. M. F. Irwin, 66-7. Malachi Church, 66-7. Rudolph Diesel, 66-8, 70-2. George Stinson, Dec. 65-7. John S. Medlar, 67-8. James Northrop, 67-8, 71-2. H. W. Richardson, 68 (resigned in August). H. T. Nettleton, Nov. 68-9. Edwin Baldwin, 68-9. Charles H. Russell. 6S-9. Edward E. Furer, 68-9. John Nugent, 68-9. John D. Short, 69-70. Ira Slocum, 69-70. Henry E. Tower, 69-72. Rufus C. Jefferson, 70-2. A. C. Belcher, 70-1. Timothy J. Dacy, 71-3. William H. Sanford, 71-2. Marma Duke Hoy, 72-3. John S. Wheat, 72-3. George K. Bunker, 72-3. George L. Sherwood, 72-3. Village Clerks Charles Fitch, 52-4. George A. Austin, 54-6. M. C. Johnson, 56-Sept. 57. P. B. Enos, Sept, 57-8. J. A. Parrish, 58-9. G. B. Watrous, 59-60. E. E. Richards, 60-2, 67-8. Erastus Richards, 62-4. John A. Parrish, 65-7. George R. Bassett, 68-9. James H. Tappan, 69-70. Simon Brink, 70-3. Surveyors John Brink, 52-3. George W. Tyler, 55-6. George R. Smith, 53-4. William Sloan, 54-5. Adam Given, 59-60. Village Treasurers Charles Fitch, 52-3. F. W. Smith, 53-4. Assessors and Treasurers Levi Sherwood, 54-5. L. W. McMaster, 55-6. Ira Slocum, 56-8. B. Carter, 58-9. George Tyler, 59-60. Walter P. Jewett, 60-1. Cyrus B. Durfee, 61-3. Edwin E. Thomas, 63-4. G. B. Dake, 64-8. E. E. Richards, 68-70. Erastus Richards, 70-72. John A. Parrish, 72-3. Constables and Collectors L. W. McMaster, 52-3. J. M. Kimball, 53-5. Henry A. Tower, 55-6. Malachi Church, 56-7, 68-71. C. W. Craig. 57-59. Sabine Van Curen, 59-61, 71-73. Hiram Hathaway, 61-3. F. C. Joslyn, 63-4. M. H. McCahill, 64-5. W. H. Murphy, 65-8. Corporation Attorneys Charles M. Willard, 54-5. Merritt L. Joslyn, 55-7. P. B. Enos, 57-8. Mr. Van. Winkle, 58 (removed). H. S. Hanchett, Dec. 58-9. Frank S. Murphy, 59-60. No attorney, 60-3. M. C. Johnson, 63-73. Street Commissioners George W. Bentley, 52,3. Arad Sly, 52-3. James M. Kimball, 53-4. George H. Griffing, 53-4, 57-8, 61-6, 69-71. William H. H. King, 51-5. F. W. Smith, 54-5. George W. Tyler, 55-6. Lindsey Joslyn, 56. Henry Paine, 56. Charles Schryver, 58-9. A. G. Rich, 59-60. Daniel Joslyn, 60. Enos W. Smith, 67-8. A. J. Kesley, 67-8. Frank E. Hanaford, 68-9. Aquilla J. Murphy, 62-73. Police Magistrates Enos W. Smith, 54-62. James B. Church, 62-73. Among the names mentioned above will be found several that are indissolubly linked with the life and growth of the city, the names of men whose memories are revered today and whose descendants still take an important part in the affairs of the city, with credit to all concerned. Incorporated As a City Woodstock was incorporated as a city in March, 1873, at which time the president and members of the village board gave way to a mayor and board of aldermen. The vote on the question of incorporation, which was taken on Mar. 24 of that year, was unanimous—109 to 0. But twice since the incorporation of the city has there been no-license on the liquor question, and in 1875 the attempt proved a rank failure in many respects, so that the majority of the people have felt that the best way to control the traffic in intoxicating liquors was by the system of license authorized by the statutes of the state. The fee for license was generally the same as that prescribed by the state law, but late in the eighties an effort was made to secure the passage of a high license ordinance. The issue at the polls was made on this basis, and during Mayor Joslyn's term a $1,000 ordinance was passed, and after that time prevailed without contest until the enactment of the Eighteenth amendment, the results of which are still fresh in the public mind. Up to the year 1893 the corporate limits of the city embraced a single square mile, but in that year, during the administration of Mayor Richards, steps were taken to enlarge the boundaries' to two miles square, thus giving many more people the advantage of a city government, but more than all, adding many, more building lots inside the corporation. The life of the city has been marked by uniformly meritorious administrations, the officers serving more for the benefit of the municipality than for any financial or other advantage that could come to them, the salaries of the mayor and aldermen being merely nominal, hardly enough to mention, so that it has been really a labor of love on the part of all who accepted city offices. As near as we can get at it from careful examination of the records, the offices of the city have been filled by the following named persons during the periods indicated: Mayors John S. Wheat, 73-4. Neill Donnelly, 74-5, 6-7. Rufus C. Jefferson, 75 (resigned Feb. 4, 76), Lawrence H. Davis, 77-9. John J. Murphy, 79-81, 89 (resigned June 18, 89). Merritt L. Joslyn, 81-Aug. 4, 82, 87-9. John D. Short (acting), Aug. 4, 82-3. George K. Bunker, 83-7. Erastus E. Richards, July 89-93. John D. Donovan, 93-7, 09-13. Emilus C. Jewett, 97-03. Fred A. Walters, 03-7. George H. Hoy, 07-9. Albert J. Olson, 13-6. Hiram J. Dygert, 16-7. Silas E. Olmstead, 17-21. Frank J. Green, 21-27. Reid R. Pratt, 27-9. William R. Burns, 29 (incumbent.) City Clerks Thomas L. Maher, 74-6 (died in office). Albert F. Field, 76 (resigned in May). Simon Brink, 77-89. Charles A. Lemmers, 89-93. George W. Field, 93-7. George W. Lemmers. 97-07. Lynn W. Richards, 07-11. Henry G. Fisher, 11-23. Glenn S. Shales, 23-6. Raymond D. Woods, 26-30 (resigned Nov. 21,.30). Roy R. Reese, 30-6. James R. Pierce, 36 (incumbent). City Attorneys M. C. Johnson, 73-4. John M. South worth, 74 (served three months). John A. Parrish, 74-5. Benjamin N. Smith, 75-6. Orson H. Gillmore, 76-9. Charles H. Donnelly, 79-91. James F. Casey, 91-7. George W. Field, 97-03. John J. Cooney, 03-7. Arthur J. Mullen, 07-9. Edwin H. Watte, 09-13, 28-9. C. Percy Barnes, 13-21, David R. Joslyn, Jr., 21-7. Wm. M. Carroll, 27-31. Donald Wicks, 33-36. D. R. Joslyn Jr., 36-(incumbent.) City Treasurers John J, Murphy, 73-9, 81-3, May 84-5, 87-9. Luman T. Hoy, 79-81. Hugh T. Donnelly, 83 (resigned May 84). Edward C. Quinlan, 85-7. James P. McManus, 89-91. Elmer E. Bagley, 91-3. Emilus C. Jewett, 93-5. Charles F. Dacy, 95-7. Calvin J. Hendricks, 97-8 (resigned). William S. McConnell, 98-9. John M. Hoy. 99-01, 09-11, 17-19. George H. Hoy, 01-3. George L. Murphy, 03-5. Earle E. Bower, 95-7, 13-5. Herbert T. Cooney, 97-9, 15-7, 23-5, 31-3, 35-(incumbent). Charles L. Quinlan, 11-3, 19-21. Walter F, Conway, 21-3, 29-31. Ernest F. Fues, 27-9, 33-5. H. T. Cooney, 35 (incumbent). City Auditors Ernest F. Fues, 13-19. Willard S. Battern, 19-21. William R. Cairns, 21-7. Henry G. Fisher, 27-9. Jesse O. Gay, 29 (incumbent). South Ward Aldermen William H. Stewart, 73-4. Austin Badger, 73-4. George K. Bunker, 73-6. Gardner T. Barrows, 74-5. William B. Austin, 71-6, 84-92. Peter Whitney, 75-6. DeWitt C. Green, 76-8. Amos K. Bunker, 76-82. Charles Schryver, 76-80, 82-6. James Northrop, 77-9. George Eckert, 78-87, 91-7. Edward W. Blossom, 80-2. Luman T. Hoy, 82-4. Darwin C. Doolittle, 86-8. William M. Seymour, 84-8. Gardner S. South worth, 87-9. William W. Cook, 88-92. Emilus C. Jewett, 89-91. John J. Stafford, 92-6. George H. Hoy, 92-8. David T. Smiley, 95-7. Chauncey W. Hill, 96-06. Elmer E. Bagley, 97-8 (resigned). A. Dwight Osborn, 98-00. Fred A. Walters, 98-01. John Whitworth, 02 (resigned). Albert J. Murphy, 03-5. S. E. Cunningham, 02-5. John A. Dufield, 04-6. George W. Frame, 05-11. Daniel F. Quinlan, 06-8. James Hecht, 09-11. John J. Stafford, 08-10. George F. Eckert, 08-9. North Ward Aldermen Erastus E. Richards, 73-4. Timothy J. Dacy, 73-4. Fred Arnold, 73-5. George L. Sherwood, 74-5 (resigned). Gervase Blakeslee, 74-5, 81-3. Rudolph Diesel, 75 (resigned), 78-84, 87-93. Thomas L. Maher, Oct. 75-6. Henry Kennedy, 75-6. Henry M. Wait, 75-7. Fred Renich, 76-8. Alonzo Dickinson, 76-7. Albert F. Field, 77-8. John D. Short, 77-8. Alvin Judd, 78-80. Henry D. Judd, 79 (resigned Aug. 6, 80). Edward W. Blossom, 80. Edward E. Furer, 83-5. Emil Arnold, 84-6, 92-00. John D. Donovan, 85-91, 07-9. Ira Slocum, 86-8. William P. Whitson, 88-92. Henry A. Stone, 91-3. Frank L. Short, 91-3. John H. Higgins, 93-5. Cassinus N. Kendall, 93-5. George F. Eckert, 95-7. Frank W. Buell, 95-9. Benedict Stupfel, 97-03. Arthur J. Cannon, 00-5. Fred G. Schuett, 00-12. George Burger, 02-5. James R. Green, 03-11. Sidney A. Greenleaf, 05-7. Daniel F. Quinlan, 06-7. Albert J. Olson, 08-11. Wallace E. Fish, 10-1. Henry A. Stone, 10-12. Perry W, Murphy, 10-4. Hiram J. Dygert, 10-16 (became mayor). At this period (1910) the city was redistricted into four wards, and the aldermen who have served since are given as follows: First Ward Albert J. Olson, 10-1. Frank Brown, 10-2, 21-2. James Hecht, 11-3. Barlow Hayden, 12-4. Charles F. Gaulkce, 13-4, 15-6, 17-9, 23-4. Michael G. Eckert, 14-8. Henry L. Eddy, 20 (died in office). Joseph T. Peacock, 21-7. V. D. Sherburne, 24-8. Ray Beardsley, 28-30 (incumbent). Paul F. Smith, 29-31. Arthur J. Ruppert, 31 (incumbent). George G. Galloway, 32-3, Raymond C. Johnson, 34. Second Ward Henry A. Stone, 10-2. Frank J. Green, 11-8. Reid A. Pratt, 12-8. William Ohls, 17-9. Lester Nogle, 19-23. Charles P. Whiston, 22-4. Henry Johansen, 24-5. William R. Burns, 27-9. H. C. Johnson, 24-7. F. O. Johnson, 25. Gustaff Persson, 23-4. Roy R. Burton, 28 (incumbent). A. L. Bennett, 29 (incumbent). Third Ward Perry W. Murphy, 10-2. George W. Lemmers, 13-5. Walter C. Besley, 14-8. Silas E. Olmstead, 16-7. John C. Miller, 17-9. John F. Wienke, 14-7, 19-21. Thomas B. Merwin, 20-2. Charles T. Forrest, 22-6. Charles R. Belcher, 23-5. Patrick E. Conway, 27 (incumbent). Elmer W. Sahs, 28 (incumbent). Fourth Ward Hiram J. Dygert, 10-6. George W. Frame, 11-5. Rev. N. A. Sunderlin, 17-9. Charles E. Marks, 19-21. Thomas B. Owens, 20-2. William H. Hobbs, 18-25. Edwin F. Meyer, 24-6, 28^30. Thomas F. Nolan, 22-4. G. C. Peter, 27-31. Charles W. Whiting, 29 (incumbent). Lester Fish, 33 (incumbent). Jacob Heisler, 32-4. City Marshals Sabine J. Van Curen, 73-4, 76-8, 83-5. Asia Pease, 75-6. Burnham Sherman, 79-83. William Grovesteen, 86. William X. Quinn, 87-8, George S. Beach, 89-9. Robert McLean, 92-3. John Bolger, 93-15. Squire J. Ogle, 15-21, 27-9. Owen Corr, 21-3 (resigned). Thomas M. Reese, 23-7. Lester Edinger, 29-32. Harold Kemerling, 32 (mcumbent). Street Commissioners Aquilla J. Murphy, 73-5, 86-7. Frank E. Hanaford, 75-6. Robert G. Schryver, 76-7. Henry M. Wait, 77-9. John S. Wheat, 80 (resigned Aug. 6). Henry D. Judd, Aug. 6, 80-1. James W. Fellows, 81-2. Christoph Heine, 82-5, 87-9, 90-4. Richard Long, 94-6. Henry Holmgren, 97. Hereafter the street work has been handled by the committee on streets and alleys. Police Magistrates James B. Church, 74-8. Joel H. Johnson, 78-87. Albert E. Bourne, 87-9. Erastus Richards, 89-92. Lawrence H. Jones, 92-10. Theron H. Brown, 10-31, (died in office). Calvin M. Curtis, 31-35 (died in office). Grant Nolan, 35 (incumbent). Nightwatches James Bolger, 72-3 (resigned). William H. Sherwood, 74-5. Marshall D. Friend, 75-7. George S. Beach, 78-9. George W. Mansfield, 79-80. William Quinn, 80 (resigned in Sept.), 83-4. Charles A. Coughlan, Aug. 81-2. Henry F. Schneider, Sept. 80 (resigned Apr. 81) Mar. 84-5 (killed by cars in 98 while on duty). Arthur E. Rathbun, 98-01. Jacob F. Eckert, 1901 (for several years). Since that time night police have been on duty. Fire Marshals Timothy J. Dacy, 74, 76-7, 84-5. H. T. Nettleton, 75. George L. Sherwood, 77. Albert E. Bourne, 83-4. John D. Donovan, 87 (resigned). Charles H. Donnelly, 87-9. Emilus C. Jewett, 93. Leander J. Young, 97 (several years). Since then several have held this place. The records as to appointive officers are somewhat indistinct in places, and in many instances other persons have served for various short periods in some of these places, either as substitutes or in the interim between appointments, whose names do not appear here and are not possible to classify. The list includes regular and special policemen, fire marshals, and others. But the above lists of officers are substantially correct. JACOB KUHN [photo] MRS. JACOB KUHN [photo] Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Kuhn were old time residents of Woodstock, their home being on Washington street, where the Charles Diehls now live. Mr. Kuhn was a blacksmith by trade and in partnership with Chris Bier conducted a blacksmithy for years on the site where the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract company is now located. Jacob Kuhn was a veteran of the Civil war, a member of Company F, 95th Illinois Infantry, serving with honor and distinction. Mr. and Mrs. Kuhn were members of the German Presbyterian church of this city and Mrs. Kuhn was active in all good works in the church and among the young folks. They were the parents of seven sons —George, Jacob, Henry, Emil, William, Charles and Frank. One daughter, Laura, died at the age of three years. One son, William, is still a resident of Woodstock, together with two grandsons, Edward J. and Fred G. Kuhn. Mrs. Kuhn died in September, 1901, and Mr. Kuhn in 1907. PETER SENGER [photo] MRS. PETER SENGER [photo] Mr. and Mrs. Peter Senger were prominent and successful farmers of Greenwood township. Peter Senger was born in Alsace, France, Dec. 28, 1834, and when 9 years of age came to this country with his parents, locating in McHenry county. His father was Jacob Senger, the family coming with a group of other Alsatian families, including those of Peter Frey, Henry Sondericker, Sr., Peter Herdklotz, Michael and George Schaaf, to this country, in 1845, all of whom settled in McHenry county, the Freys, Sonderickers and Herdklotz families on Queen Anne prairie in Greenwood township. The elder Senger bought his first fifty acres of land for $10 an acre, besides timber land from the Government at $1.25 per acre. On Nov. 17, 1854, Peter Senger married Dorothea Niewerth who was born Feb. 12, 1836, in Hanover, Germany. She came to this country with her parents in 1852, who settled on a farm four miles south of Harvard. They were the parents of four children, Peter H., Josephine H. (Zimpel-mann), Charles M. and Otto H. J. Senger. The latter is a resident of Woodstock, while Mrs. Zimpelmann at present is living with a daughter in California. The Sengers were highly esteemed people, their farm home being known for its hospitality and kindly neighborlyness. The eldest son, Peter H., married Miss Lizzie Hansman of Woodstock. They were the parents of one daughter, Alice, now Mrs. William Conley, residing on Lincoln avenue in Woodstock. WOODSTOCK'S CITY HALL [photo] WOODSTOCK'S CITY BAND BACK IN THE EIGHTIES [photo] JOHN DENNIS' LIVERY BARN WHERE THE SHERBURNE MOTOR COMPANY IS NOW LOCATED [photo] Eightieth Anniversary Edition HEROES OF NATION'S WARS LIE BURIED IN MANY CEMETERIES Officially Compiled and Contributed for Publication by WILLIAM R, CAIRNS, Graves Registration Officer A complete list of veterans of the nation's several wars,who lie buried in the various cemeteries of McHenry county is published in the following three pages. This list was officially compiled with much care by William R. Cairns of Woodstock and is published for the first time in this edition. Cemeteries in McHenry County WOODSTOCK-Calvary—Catholic, Dufield, Fairview, Franklinville, Greenwood, Hartland—Catholic, Hughes, Oakland, Opfergelt, Ostend, Pioneer, Queen Anne, Scandinavian, Still. CRYSTAL LAKE—Crystal Lake, Holcombville, McMillan, Mt. Tabor, Prairie Grove, Ridgefield, Union MARENGO— Barber Farm, Riley twp., Old Riley center, Stewart, Sacred Heart, Marengo HUNTLEY—Huntley, Harmony, St. Mary's—Catholic. ALGONQUIN—Algonquin, Bohemian, Spring Lake FOX RIVER GROVE—Oak Glenn HARVARD—BIG FOOT LAWRENCE CHEMUNG GEO. W. DANAS DUNHAM SOUTH DUNHAM MT. AUBURN ST. JOSEPHS OAKWOOD ALDEN RICHMOND—COLE ENGLISH PRAIRIE ORVIS RICHMOND SOLON MILLS SOLON MILLS—North SOLON MILLS—South SPRING GROVE—Catholic SPRING GROVE ST. JOSEPH—Catholic WRAY IMERSON WASHINGTON HEBRON—HEBRON LINN HEBRON ALVIN H. PARKER McHENRY-CARR HARRISON RINGWOOD JOHNSBURG ST. MARY'S ST. PATRICK WOODLAND UNION-UNION CORAL CARY— CARY WILBRANDT FARM CALVARY CEMETERY— Civil War— Patrick O'Brien, 2-24-1912. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. James Winters. Co. D 51st Ill. Inf. Henry Shay, 8-1-1915. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Andrew Futton, 6-10-1904. Co. G 51st Ill. Inf. Thomas Glennon, 9-21-1907. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas Fitzsimmons, 11-4-1863. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. M. W. Bennett, 11-18-1880. N. Y. Inf. James Clark. Co. C 90th Ill. Inf. Patrick Crowley, 5-2-69.Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. John B. Long, 5-9-1890. Co. H 140th Ill. Inf. William Harbison, Jr., 1-22-1929. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Bartholomew Higgins, 9-18-1809. Elgin Battery. James Gallagher, 2-17-1883. Co. G 23rd Ill. Inf. World War-James Murley, 6-17-1928. 361 Field Hosp. Thomas E. Srill, 1923. Co. L 346 Inf. Peter Umathum, 10-16-1918. Co. G 129th Int. Adelbert Lee Sullivan, 1-26-1921. 61st Depot Brigade. Arvil F. Yager, 4-5-1933. M. G. Co. 57th U. S. Inf. Rupert D. Donovan, 3-23-1922. Supply Co. 122 F. A. Frank T. Green, 6-30-1929. 342 Inf. Arthur W. O'Neill, 12-31-26. 414 Motor Supply Train. Jacob Koranda, 10-30-1929. 209 M. P. Jay Comiskey, 10-1-1932. Motor Truck Co., No. 516. Albert F. Freund, 1-22-1929. Co. D Dev. Bn. No. 1. Ralph M. Stupfel, 9-26-1925. Co. G 129th Inf. Spanish American War— John W. Collier. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Mark Conley, 2-25-1933. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. OAKLAND CEMETERY— Civil War-David M, Rowlands. 12-17-1861. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Caleb Rich. Elgin Battery. Nelson N. Blakesley, 6-1-1864. 33rd Ia. Inf. Edwin Wood, 12-27-1865. 153rd Ill. Inf. John D. Bliss, 1902. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Alvin S. Bunker, 12-31-1862. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Samuel E. Lyons, 8-27-1862. 33rd Wis. Inf. Addison Griffing, 1927. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Theodore L. Griffing, 11-22-1862. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Geo. W. Parsons, 2-5-1863. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. M. Heaton, 9-3-1898. Elgin Battery. Albert W. Sherman, 2-4-1870. Elgin Battery. Edgar E. Richards, 11-1-1861. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Alvin A. Page, 11-22-1862. Co. H. 124th Ill. Inf. Edward Sloan, 6-12-1870. 92nd Ill. Inf. Cyrus Durfee, 11-7-1897. 137th Ill. Inf. Gardner S. Southworth, 1902. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Lewis Ballard, 1883. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Henry M. Wilson. 1933. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. William H. Sherman, 1-31-1900. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. O. T. Rhodes. Co. B 58th Pa. Inf. Frank E. Hanaford, 10-11-1925. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Henry l. Jewett, 12-16-1863. Co. F 25th Wis. Inf. Walter P. Jewett, 12-11-1884. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Joseph J. Ellis. 12-31-1863. Co. D 13th Wis. Inf. John Southworth. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Geo. W. Sawyer, 3-20-1863. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. W. A. Love. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. William Fern, 10-21-1891. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Orville Z. Barber, 1931. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. James Heaton, 5-10-1886. Co. C 53rd Ill. Inf. Ralph Bush, 9-4-1916. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. John Crosby, 1-11-1865. Co. C 90th Ill. Inf. Wm. H. Cowlin, 3-14-1918. Bat. A Chi. L. A. John McLean, 6-29-1909. Co. A 15th Ia. Inf. Bela Darrell, 8-8-1870. Elgin Battery. Fred M. Holton, 12-31-1862. Co. I 88th Ill. Inf. Wm. E. Hughes, 1-918-1879. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Merritt L. Joslyn, 10-13-1904. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Andrew F. McGhee, 19th Ohio L. A. John C. Darrell, 3-11-1913. Elgin Battery. George Bachman, 1-22-1924. Co. A 82nd Ill. Inf. Fred Eppel, 12-29-1923. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. George Eckert, 1-28-1923. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. L. S. Church, 7-21-1870. 95th Ill. Inf. William E. Smith, 6-21-1881. Co. A 124th Ill. Inf. Rufus C. Jefferson, 2-11-1925. Co. A 130th N. Y. Inf. Fredrick O. Whitson, 1878. Bat. A Chi. L. A. James A. Dufield, 9-9-1902. Co. II 8th Ill. Cav. Allen Giles, 3-27-1873. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. H. Munroe, 4-14-1916. Chicago Battery. Chancy L. Clark, 5-29-1929. Co. L 8th N. Y. Inf. James A. Bayrd, 2-24-1923. Co. A 8th Ill. Cav. John D. Credelbaugh, 9-6-1926. Co. D 40th Ia. Inf. Lewis D. Kelly, 6-19-20. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Francis M. Clark, 2-11-1910. Elgin Battery. Jacob Kuhn, 10-20-1907. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Fred Renich, 6-28-1890. Co. L 9th Ill. Cav. Richard A. Johnson, 10-5-1916. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. John C. Hagert, 3-26-1900. Co. C 13th Wis. Inf. Jacob L. Schryver. Co. C 20th Ill. Inf. A. W. Cummins, 3-26-1894. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Henry M. Shannon, 10-5-1910. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Andrew Lascelle, 9-17-1901. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Henry Andrus, 1920. Co. E. 95th Ill. Inf. John Rodgers, 2-1897. 14th Ky. Inf. J. A. Stratum. 7-15-1899. Co. C 49th N. Y. Inf. Charles Mead. 1893. 5th Ill. Art. L. H. Jones, 7-11-1907. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Wm. J. Carroll, 12-28-1908. 38th N. J. Inf. Burton Thompson, 1901. Co. F 146th N. Y. Inf. Simon Brink, 6-7-1896. Co. K 38th Ia. Inf. Jacob Schwamb, 1900. Co. A 39th N. Y. Inf. Frederick Wiedrich, 11-19-1895. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Julius F. Putnam. 4th Minn. Inf. William H. Stewart, 1907. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Goodsel Knutson, 1933. Co. C 8th Wis. Inf. Christian Bier, 1912. Co. I 15th Ill. Inf. Wm. H. Woodbeck, 2-23-1930. Co. C 8th N. Y. Cav. Jacob Hollarbush, 3-28-1909. Co. E 47th Wis. Inf. T. W. Cushman, 1924. Co. I 73rd Ind. Inf. Joseph C. Johnston, 1920. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. James O. Rich, 4-13-1920. Co. L 2nd Ill. Art. Silas Phelps, 3-16-1931. 142nd N. Y. Inf. John D. Rogers. Co. C 22nd Wis. Inf. Gardner I. Tripp, 1925. Co. I 37th Ill. Inf. Henry Westerman, 1920. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. W. Ames, 1931. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Thomas Lindsay. 10-27-1902. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. D. Judd, 2-9-1923. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Abram Still, 1917.Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Emery E. Richards, 2-8-1927. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Chas. B. Crawford, 2-15-1908. Co. II 36th Ill. Inf. John Wallace, 11-25-1936. Co. C 153rd Ill. Inf. World. War-James C. McBroom, 1-11-1929. Co. D Dev. Bn. No. 1. Joseph L. Shearer, 2-25-1925. Navy. Clarence Hansman, 7-28-1923. Co. G 129th Inf. Ethel McConnell, 1932. Nurse. Harold W. Frame, 12-19-1928. Repair Unit No. 327. Geo. W. Pierson, 6-6-1922. Navy. Eugene P. Griebel. 1918. Co. G 129th Inf. Floyd L. Thayer, 1927. Co. H 129th Inf. Elmer O. Cunningham, 5-21-1925. 841 Areo Sqd. Harry L. Feffer, 1920. Co. F 331st Inf. Simon P. Feffer, 1920. 95th Areo Sqd. Ralph L. Winegar, 5-23-1926. Co. G 129th Inf. Everett Clark, 1919. Co. G 129th Inf. Hans Bonnichson, 4-25-1920. Camp Shelby. Inar A. Carlson. 9-1-1922. Co. M 37th Jnf. Donald J. Blodgett, 1932. Base Hosp. No. Ill. Wm. A. Eckdahl. 1929. Navy. Albert Bernhardt. 1927. Co. C 302 Eng. Kenneth O. Hoy, 4-3-1929, Bat. F 149 F. A. Chas. E. Sperry, 1930. Q. M. C. Camp Grant. Clarence Sherburne, 9-26-1925, Sec. 543 A. A. S. P. Ross Taylor, 1928. Aviation. Raymond G. Southworth, 10-21-193. U. S. Navy. Wilbur Duane Eekert, 3-3-1933. U. S. Navy. Alfred Richardson, 1935. U. S. Marines. Walter J. Michaelis, 11-24-1935. Hdq. Co. 37th Inf. Spanish American War— Frank H. Belcher, 12-21-1915. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Geo. W. Corson, 5-9-1907. Co. E 1st Wis. Inf: Chas. Darrell, 1917. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. John W. Metzger, 3-23-1931. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Gustav Seiler, 10-2-1898. Co. L 6th Ill. Inf. Robert H. McDowell. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Edward A. Woodard, 1898. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Joseph S. Kline, 1933; Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Chas. S. Fay, 12-23-1925. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Chas. A. Ronning. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. A. H. Dirrenberger, 1931. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. C. Bruce Stamets-, 1915. Coast Art. Edwin F. Meyer, 1933. Co. E 1st Wis. Inf. oak GLENN CEMETERY— Civil War-John G. Kelly. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. CARY CEMETERY— Civil War-Daniel W. Cary, 12-7-1911. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Henry Tomlinson. Willard McNett, 6-9-1894. Co. 1, 95th Ill. Inf. Edwin Kerns, 1931. Co. B 31st Wis. Inf. Erasmus Fitts. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Simon Eells, 1917. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Henry Lindsay, 12-30-1927. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Edwin R. Crabtree, 1-21-1884, Co. I 95th Ill., Inf. Daniel Auringer. Co. G 2nd N. Y. H. A. William C. Brown,, 4-25-1879, Co. I, 95th Ill. Inf. J. F. Cary. Co. I, 95th Ill. Inf. John L. VanCamp, 4-25-1864. Oscar S. Crabtree, 9-22-1930. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Austin Lindsay, 1904. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. John J. Schuyler, 11-5-1883. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. J. H. Meyers, 11-25-1901. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Abijah Abbott, 2-5-1908. Co. I 147th Ill. Inf. Hilad Osgood. George Smith. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. W. S. Coss. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. Coss. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. A. L. Weaver Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. World War-John Haizman, 2-12-1935. Co. B 311th Eng. Vincert Freml, 11-11-1935. Co. 1 37th Inf. La Verne Abbott. Mexican War-Simon Eells, 1917. MT. TABOR CEMETERY— Mexican War-Martin Clark, 12-6-1861. Co. A 2nd Ill. Inf. Civil War—-William Cavanaugh, 10-27-1865. Luke Gannon, 8-10-1886. Co. A. 1st Cal. Vav. HOLCOMBVILLE CEMETERY- War of 1812 G. L. Beckley, 10-27-1884. George Brown. Elijah Waterman, 10-21-1854. Civil War-Clark Waterman, 8-23-1865. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Levi M. Waterman. 10-29-1864. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. McMillan cemetery— Civil War— P. R. Morris, 2-27-1863. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Jas. C. Smiley, 10-22-1909. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. RIDGEFIELD cemetery— Civil War-John Cottle, 4-12-1864. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. George Harris. Co. G 13 U. S. Inf. David Hartman, 11-30-1864. Co. II 36th Ill. Inf. Harry G. Holmes, 1889. Co. K 148 N. Y. Inf. T. L. Holmes, 5-4-1884. Co. B. 1st N. Y. Dragoons. Patrick Keeler. Co. G 95th Ill. Inf. J. J. Lindstrom. Co. H 45 Ill. Inf. Dr. Sherman Morse, 1898. 14 N. Y. H. Art. Wm. G. Murphy. Co. B 71 Ill. Inf. Francis Wallace, 3-8-1865. Co. C. 159 Ill. Inf. Wesley Wallace. 5-9-1865. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Andrew S. Wakefield. Co. B 11 Wis. Inf. John Ward, 7-17-1862. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. James T. Furney, 1934. 30th N. J. Inf. PRAIRIE grove cemetery World War-Leon T. McNeish, 10-27-1918. Co. K 129 Inf. Spanish American War— Davis N. Fox, 8-23-1933. Co. K 4 U. S. Inf. Civil War— A. H. Henderson, 11-9-1892. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. John A. Henderson, 11-4-1882. 141 Ill. Inf. W. W. Jones, 1896, Co. F 203 Penn. Inf. Thomas McLean, 5-22-1863. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Ransom Putnam, 3-9-1891. Co. H 52 Ill. Inf. union CEMETERY, Crystal Lake-Civil War-Charles Allen. Co. A 69th Ill. Inf. D. P. Allen. Co. G 44th Ill. Inf. J. D. Andrus. Co. H 124th Ill. Inf. O. L. Andrus, 10-25-1880. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. T. H. Babbit. 9-10-1891. 8 N. Y. SS 1st B'n. H. w. Beardsley, 5-19-1904. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. G. L. Beckley. 3-6-1914. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. John E. Beckley, 8-28-1911. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. George Brooke, 1921. Co. H 16th Ill. Cav. Edwin Brown, 3-11-1906. Co. B 1st Mar. Art. H. M. Bryant, 10-11-1907. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. William Burr, 6-4-1924. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. William Butler, 5-17-1907. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. B. Cadwell, 3-26-1906. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Phillip Cassidy, 1907. 146 N. Y. Inf. J. H. Collen, 2-11-1917. Co. H 127th Ill. Inf. J. H. Cox, 1-3-1926. Co. G 52nd Ill. Inf. John Crossman, 6-17-1915. Co. G 15th Ill. Cav. C. F. Dike, 3-6-1916. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Cassius Dilley, 1-14-1896. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. John Floyd, Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. George Fredendall. Co. D 115 N. Y. Pat. H. Goodman, 6-3-1922. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. Thomas Goodman. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. T. B. Hardy. Co. H 9th N. J. Inf. Wm. Harnish. 23 Indiana Bat. W. H. Harrison, 12-14-1922. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. C. W. Hawkins. Co. I 147th Ill. Inf. J. K. Hertrie, Co. E 153rd Ill. Inf. John G. Haskins, 9-10-1921. Co. B, 22nd N. Y. Cav. F. J. Hubbard, 6-9-1926. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Wm. H. Huffman, 9-9-1905. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. Jayne, 1905. Co. G. 15th Ill. Cav. A. F. Johnson. 4-9-1920. Co. C 2nd Ill. Art. J. V. Kee, 4-23-1920. Co. I 93th Ill. Inf. Samuel Levey. Co. A 2 Minn. I. M. Mallory, 7-18-1904. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. H. O. Mason, 1911. Co. C 49th Mass. Inf. Lawrencs McGue, 1-15-1917. Co. G 3rd Mich. Cav. John H. Paddock, 1903. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Henry Padelford, 3-25-1895. Co. K 15th Ill. Cav. C. L. Pooler, 10-1894. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. C. C. Pettibone, 7-20-1894. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. U. A. Piatt, 2-1-1915. Co. C 4th Ohio Inf. W. E. Prickett, 6-29-1929. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Newton M. Paine, 1-27-1933. Co. H Ill. N. Y. Inf. A. A. Rosencrans, 4-4-1918. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. John M. Rowley, 2-22-1882. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Wm. St. Clair, 5-21-1912. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. S. S. Shephard, 5-30-1899. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Myron Skinner, 6-18-1864. Co. D 30th Ind. Inf. T J. Smith, 9-17-1925. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Rev. W. H. Smith, 6-19-1909. 75th Ill. Inf. E. G. Smith. 10-20-1899. Ill. Vol. Unassigned. Willis Thompson, 1903. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf F. W. Timme, 1915. Sailor USS Blkhawk, Miss. Squad C. H. Truax. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. Wm. Wallace, 6-1-1901. Elgin Battery. D. B. Warner, 1920. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. L. E. Warner. 1924. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Charles White. Fred Westphall, 1-10-1907. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. World War—. Ernest Wm. Carl Blank, 9-29-l918. 4 Reg. Great Lakes. Paul A. Bloedorn,. 7-6-1933. Bat. B 332 F. A. Harry D. Hult, 8-2-1926. Medical Corps. Warner Landgren, 5-15-1932. 34th Inf. John F. Moeller, 10-13-1918. 16 Rect. Co. 2nd B 17. Walter W. Pederson, 10-12-1918. Co. G 1st Prov. Bn. Wm. Chandler Peterson, 6-7-1918. 49. 5th Marine Reg. Ragner A. Randau, 10-9-1918. Co. B 311 Engr. Ralph Wells, 5-19-1918; Co. E 7 U. S. Engrs. Lee H. Works, 3-22-1933. 1 Cas. Co., 1 Prov. Reg. Fred C. Behrens, 12-3-1934. Co. A 549th Eng. Richard Ryan, M. T. C. War of 1812— Wm. Jackman, 1871. Abner Mack, 3-15-1872. Major. Spanish American: War— Wm. Fitzgerald, 9-17-1900. Co. L 15 U. S. Inf. Patrick J. Moran, Summer 1933. Co. K 1st Ill. Inf. CRYSTAL LAKE CEMETERY-Civil War— A. E. Beardsley, 11-23-1894. Co. F 8 Kans. Inf. Z. S. Beardsley. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. James Best, 1-17-1863. Co. E 95th Ill.. Inf. D. S. Butler, 9-17-1863. Co. C 37th Ill. Inf. Turner Calkins, 2-12-1862. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. J. R. Church, 1903, Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. Wallace Dike, 2-24-1927. Co. C 141st Ill., Inf. J. G. Fitch, 4-1-1883. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Walter B. Fitch, 5-10-1926. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. George Ford, 2-14-1905, Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Henry Ford, 12-4-1897. Co. A 36th Ill., Inf. S. E. Gates, 1-9-1885. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. J. H. Graves, 7-28-1875. 127th Penn. Inf. James Halburton. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. A. H. Hellegas, 1918. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. J. C. Harback. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Eb. Hardee. 88th Ill. Inf. A. S. Hunter. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. A. Kearns, 4-14-1862. Co. G 52nd Ill. Inf. Albert Kelley, 1914. Co. A 13th Ill. Inf. Wilson Lawson, 6-19-1864. Co; H 36th Ill. Inf. C. D. Mathews. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. Wm. McDonald. Co. G 9th Ill. Cav. E. J. Nash, 11-7-1883. Co. F 45th Ill. Inf. O. W. Nash, 12-31-1862. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. John Nelson 7-24-1885. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. James Nish, 5-27-1903. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. C. E. Owels. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. C H. Paine, 4-4-1863. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. J. L. Paine, 1865. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas Rhoades. Co,F 15th Ill. Inf. J. B. Robinson, 1906. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. N. H. Robinson. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. C. L. Shepard, 9-4-1880. 18 Reg. Inf. J. J. Shoemaker, 11-30-1861, Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. A. J. Simonds. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Myron Smith, 9-20-1863. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. T. B. Smith, 1-8-1895. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. B. K. Sparawk, 5-16-1916. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. H. A. Stannard, 8-1-1865. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. G. W. Thompson. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Jay Wilber, 1875. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. David Wilcox, 3-20-1863. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. W. M. Wilcox. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. War of 1812--N. B. Beardsley, 10-6-1845. Newman Crabtree, 12-1-1843. Wm. Huffman, 1.2-15-1857. Wm. Kearnes, 6-2-1845. George Thompson, 7-27-18T6. World War---Frank M. Smith, 3-18-1935. 9th Rec. Co. G. S. I. McCONNELL FARM CEMETERY Civil War-Morris Bell, 1-28-1863. Co. C 57th Ill. Inf. ST. PATRICK'S CEM.—Hartland- Spanish American War-Thomas McDonald, 5-3-1928. World War-Henry P. Nolan. 8-21-1928. 2nd Co. Div. Bn. No. 1. William Dresser. (Continued on page six) Soldiers and Sailors' Monument at Woodstock [photo] The Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument which stands in the center of the city park at Woodstock was erected by the members of the Woodstock Woman's Relief Corps in 1909, at a cost of $3000. This noble band of women, organized to give aid and comfort tO the veterans of the Civil War, worked on this project for several years, earning money in various ways to swell their monument fund. One year they conducted a restaurant at the McHenry County Fair, where they fed hundreds of people morning, noon and afternoon, the profits from their labors all going into this fund. Committee in charge of the project was as follows: Mrs. Mabel Hanaford Monroe, chm., Mrs. Martha Rose, Mrs. Lucy H. Renich, Mrs. Lena B. Seiler, Mrs. Nettie Judd, Mrs. Anna Ackley, Miss Emily Whitson, George Eekert, A. Still, F. E. Hanaford, C. D. Judd and Fred Eppel. Page Six WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition HEROES OF NATION'S WARS LIE BURIED IN MANY CEMETERIES (Continued from page five) Civil War-Michael Lalor, 9-2-1881. William P. Riley, 6-4-1865. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Nicholas Evans, 2-5-1864. Elgin Battery James Grady. Elgin Battery Thomas Welch, 3-30-1864. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Michael T. Brady, 11-12-1878. Co. C 23rd Ill. Inf. John Brandon. Co. A 3rd Wis. Cav. James Burke. 45th Ill. Inf. Edward Nolan. Boston Heavy Battery. John S. Mullen. Co. D 2nd Minn. Inf. Frank Sullivan. Elgin Battery GREENWOOD CEMETERY— Civil War-Henry Freeman, 1-19-07. Co. II 95th Ill. Inf. John N. Barber, 10-19-1921. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Luis Gellusha, 12-27-1872. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John H. Wire, 1906. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Grove Moses, 10-24-1869. Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. Horace Freeman, 1-12-1865. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Henry Mentzer, 1932. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Carlos Roberts, 8-29-1882. Co. C 8th Ill. Cav. Geo. W. Baker. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Harvey S. Cowdry, 1867. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. A. B. Merchant. Co. G 51st Ill. Inf. Geo. Barnard, 7-8-1897. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Seth Baldwin. Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. Wm. D. L. Parks, 11-4-1911. Co. C 13th Wis. Inf. Archibald Dezell. 95th N. Y. Inf. Warren Van Schoik. Co. F 3rd N. Y. Cav. Peleg Daily, 5-6-1907. 16th N. Y. Art. John Q. Adams, 1922. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Jas. N. Murphy, 2-8-1863. Co. H 95th, Ill. Inf. Dewey Thompsan, 11-29-1921. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Lewis McCannon. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Milton R. Goddard, 6-6-1901. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Frank M. Ackley, 8-9-1913. Co. E 8th Ill. Cav. Geo. W. Baird. Co. K. 91st Ill. Inf. Spanish American War— Geo. L. Shaw, 2-24-1927. Co. A 1st Wis. Inf. William I. Stratton, 1898. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-Louis Pritchett, 1928. Navy. Sidney Carney, 7-27-1928. Bat. C.F.A., Camp Taylor. Charles Knutson, 9-28-1918. Co. K 343th Inf. Hilda Knutson, 1918. Nurse. Robert J. E. Low. Hdq. Co. 131st Inf. Grant Hill, 5-1-1930. Co. H 161st Inf. Alvin R. Yanke. Co. D 306 Amm. Tr. FAIRVIEW CEMETERY— Mexican War— Lyman E. Burr, 7-26-1849. Civil War-Davis Burr, 7-1-1863. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Lyman E. Burr, Jr., 7-20-1863. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. John E. Burr, 5-5-1862. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. QUEEN ANNE CEMETERY- Civil War-Henry Eckert. Co. H 2nd Mo. Art. SCANDINAVIAN CEMETERY— World War-Christian L. Jessen, 1-7-1930. Co. G 129th Inf. Spanish American War— Canute Lee. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Harry Haines, 3-28-1932. 5th U. S. Art. Charles L. Simonson, 12-31-1927. Co. D 2nd Ill. Inf. Thomas A. Nelson, 12-31-1927. Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. N. S. Wicker, 12-4-1863. Co. C 90th Ill. Inf. Andrew Anderson, 6-11-1894. Co. C 8th Wis. Inf. OSTEND CEMETERY— Civil War— Chas. L. Sullivan, 7-12-1911. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Atreus McCullom, 3-26-1905. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. PIONEER CEMETERY Civil War-Charles Reardon, 12-3-1862. Elgin Battery. Dwight Andruss, 12-29-1870. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Morris Dickerson, 3-5-1904. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Homer Wilcox, 1928. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. War of 1812— Abraham Dickerson, 9-30-1848. FRANKLINVILLE CEMETERY- Civil War-Otis Flanders, 3-23-1909. 121st N. Y. Inf. Marshall D. Friend, 10-31-1914. Elgin Battery. Andrew F. Knapp, 6-2-1862. Co. G 8th Ill. Cav. John Beam, 10-3-15. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Hartwell S. Mead, 4-11-70. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas R. Mead, 5-19-1863. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Francis Burnsides, 2-16-64. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John W. Rose, 5-30-1903. Co. B 136th Pa. Inf. Co. L 2nd Pa. Inf. James O'Neil, 9-10-1872. 92nd N. Y. Inf. Oscar Haven, 1916. Co. I 147th Ill. Inf. War of 1812— John Wilbur, 6-26-1871. Joseph E. Mead, 5-7-54. Ira Waterman. RICHMOND ST. JOSEPH CEM.- Civil War-James McDonald, 10-31-1919. Co. C 19th Ill. Inf. James Connell, 1875. Co. A 51st Ill. Inf. Daniel Toole, 9-27-1891. Co. D 20th Wis. Inf. Robert Cain, 1-20-1902. Co. C 51st Ill. Inf. Peter Strain, 1896. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Edward Welch, 8-3-1864. Co. C 90th Ill. Inf. Michael Welch. World War-Stanley J. Stanfel, 6-11-1935. U. S. Marines. RICHMOND CEMETERY— Civil War-Frederick Stephen. Co. B 8th Ill. Cav. S. Orin Stevens, 1920. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. William Whiston. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Edward J. Cook, 5-22-1863. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Abel W. Noyes, 7-5-1888. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Sanford H. Wakeman, 9-20-1863. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. John Murphy, 3-13-1875. Co. C 19th Ill. Inf. John Ryder. Co. L 13th Wis. Cav. Thos. Fenner, 12-31-1862. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. Sumner Nelson. Co. B 22nd Wis. Inf. Joseph Halderman, 1-6-1869. Co. G 52nd Ill. Inf. Anson Hopkins. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Sylverster Bacon, 1-4-1963. Co. A 42nd Ill. Inf. John A. Purdy, 5-22-1863. Co. E 72nd Ill. Inf. Spencer Ward, 12-8-1862. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John M. VanBogart, 1887. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John P. Ransom, 11-1-1900. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Abram Bogart. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Cornelius Bogart. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Benjamin Fuller, 3-3 1875. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. A. Cornell, 1-21-1871. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Clark Stewart. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. John Weeks, 1892. Co. G 72nd Ill. Inf. Moses T. Gibbs, 12-31-1862. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. Thos. Leggett, 1894. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Samuel Foster, 3-3-1881. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. A. M. Gray. William Killey. Co. K 153rd Ill. Inf. Sumner Sayles, 9-16-1923. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Edwin Clark, 1895. Co. A Chi L. A. Walter W. Seyton, 7-17-1872. Alanzo A. Sherman, 1886. Lucius B. Rice, 3-19-1914. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. William Peacock, 5-14-1913. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Harley E. Benedict, 1920. Co. I 33rd Wis. Inf. George Herberts, 1933. Co. F 134th Ill. Inf. James F. Packer, 3-20-1893. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. William Waugh. 10-27-1987. Wyman Wilson, 1-31-1895. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. William Rotnour, 1919. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Jas. W. Coquilette. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. William Faulkner, 1880. Thomas Mann. E. G. Mygatt, M. D. Clarence Boutell. War of 1812 Isaac Mead, 1885. John Tebbetts. william FaulKner. William Tebbetts. Spanish American War— Walter K. Clark, 1915. U. S. Navy. World War-Roy Hendrickson, 1931. Hdq. Co. 2nd Eng. E. T. R. Camp Humphries. Arthur Jahnke, 12-22-1926. Co. E 23rd Eng. William B. Rossing, 1933. Co. A 105 Eng. Chas. (Golden) Shepherd, 4-23-1935. Hdq. Co. 129th Inf. SPRING GROVE CEM., Cath. Frederick Kretchmer. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. SOLON MILLS, N. CEMETERY- Civil War-Robert B. Gardner, 4-30-1902. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. Philip Vanderen, 7-6-1874. SOLON MILLS, S., CEMETERY- Civil War-Peet Overton, 2-16-1910. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. G. Bruce Hardy, 1921. 112th Vt. Inf. John W. Merchant, 1-2-1914. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Eugene I. Thomas, 10-13-1875. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Fayette A. Thomas, 5-8-1863. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas Skillicorn, 4-25-1864. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. John A. Halderman, 2-24-1898. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Charles Sutton, 10-2-1900. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Henry J. Christian, 1-11-1932. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Joseph Ward, 2-14-1894. Co. K 17th Ill. Cav. Sanford F. Bennett, 6-11-1898. Co. F 40th Wis. Inf. Sylvanus Aldrich, 9-31-1862. 8th Ill. Cav. Chas. L. Turner, 1924. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. Coats, 7-8-1913. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Mexican War-Joseph Streeter. Co. I 5th U. S. Inf. ORVIS CEMETERY— War of 1812— John W. Sanborn. Civil War-Samuel Orvis, 2-21-1921. Co. H 1st Wis. Inf. WRAY IMESON CEMETERY— Civil War-William Wray, 10-19-1894. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. ENG. PRAIRIE CEMETERY Mexican War—Henry Broadley. Civil War-Richard Taylor, 6-10-1864. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Richard Bailey, 6-10-1864. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Joseph Ward, 2-14-1894. Co. K 17th Ill. Cav. John Sanborn, 1-16-1920. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. COLE CEMETERY— Civil War-William Gotbed. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Leonard F. Stilson, 1-22-1863. Co. K 30th Wis. Inf. Thos. D. Turner, 6-27-1903. 8th Ill. Cav. Marvel Pierce, 5-18-1878. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas Ferguson, 2-11-1865. Co. H 95th' Ill. Inf. SPRING GROVE CEMETERY War of 1812— Joseph Bliven, 1851. Civil War-James K. Rice, 1923. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. BIG FOOT CEMETERY— Spanish American War-Oliver L. Stevens. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-Ernest R. Kjellstrom, 1921. Co. 607 M. T. C. War of 1812— Stephen S. Evans, 7-9-1871. CHEMUNG CEMETERY- Civil War-Hiram Stevens. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. C. A. Beebe. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Edwin Reed. Co. I 37th Ill. Inf. J. R. Bull. Co. I 93rd Ill. Inf. Samuel L. A. Patchin, 1866. Co. m 95th Ill. inf. J. W. King, 1-9-1910. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Jonas Butterfield. ALDEN CEMETERY— Civil War— William La Brec, 12-16-1906. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. M. D. Giles. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Demmon B. Johnson, 1881. Co. A 144th N. Y. Inf. Francis P. Gates, 3-4-1933. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. William H. Wallace, 9-20-1917. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Peter H. Bombard, 5-28-1865. Co. B 20th Wis. Inf. Arzo Heath, 1911. George B. Kingsbury, 9-17-1861. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Harvey B. Sergeant. Co. C 89th Ill. Inf. Henry E. Mase. Co. C, 95th Ill. Inf. Andrew Archibald. Henry S. Dike, 5-29-1916. Co. G 12th Vt. Inf. Samuel Cutter, 5-8-1887. Co. C, 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. R. Andrews, 1929. Co. C, 95th Ill. Inf. W. H. Wright, 1904. Co. E 76th N. Y. Inf. Edgar N. Austin, 2-10-1913. Co. C 3rd Wis. Inf. Jas. H. Scott, 1916. Co. C, 95th Ill. Inf. E. C. Sackett. Co. K, 52nd Ill. Inf. Chas. N. Giles, 3-2-1876. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. John Snell, 1915. Co. L 2nd Ill. Inf. Co. H 74th Ill. Inf. Lewis L. Fink, 1895. Co. H 8th Ill. Inf. John Baldock, 1-26-1936. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. ALGONQUIN CEMETERY— World War-Armory C. Thomas, 1920. 2nd Ord. Sup. Co., Mob. Rep. Sh. Raymond F. Wascher, 1923. Co. D, S8th Div. Walter A.Michaelis, 1927. U. S. Navy. Joe Brown. Co. D. 342 Inf. Civil War-John Ehlert, 2-13-1902. Chas. Dygert. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Henry G. Keyes, 5-28-1926. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. A. A. Thomas, 1921. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Wallace Benson, 7-28-1895. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Vernon N. Ford, 1-12-1931. Co. I 95th Ill.. Inf. George Dodd, 1913. Co. A 53rd Ill. Inf. Peter A. Wolaver, 1-19-1914. Co. B 69th Ill. Inf. John Helm, 4-14-1894. Co. C 65th Ill. Inf. Jane M. Morton, 11-7-22. U. S. Army Nurse. William P. Thompson, 9-9-1896. Co. I 15th N. Y. Art. John Miller. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. N. B. Sherwood, 1882. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. Myron Seeber. Elgin Battery. Sylvanus Seeber. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Chas. F. Dodd, 7-13-1864. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. David Cummings, Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. A. C. Patterson. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. J. H. Benthusen, 7-30-1870. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. J. W. Benthusen, 3-26-1870. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Ebenezer Sweet. Co. F 52nd Ill. Inf. Charles Clearman. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. Henry Sweet. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Henry W. Hubbard. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. George McClung, 4-6-1863. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. Valentine McNett. Co. B 141st Ill. Inf. John Peter, 4-12-1919. Co. K 88th Ill. Inf. B. B. Bentley. John Crichton. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. John Houghtaling. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Harlan Prescott. J. W. Moore. Lafe Bryant. Spanish American War— Geo. D. Miller, 5-13-1904. U. S. Navy. War of 1812— J. D. Schuyler. S. Z. Sherwood. William Clark. BIG FOOT CEMETERY— Civil War-Waldo Lake. William H. Tooker, 11-19-1862. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. D. P. Sergeant. 12-3-1893. Co. F 11th Wis. Inf. John C. Thatcher. Q. M. C. Robert L. Burns, 12-28-1898. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Dolphe Pixley, 1886. Co. E 4th Wis. Cav. Jerome S. Reynolds, 8-28-1865. 37th Ill. Inf. James L. Anderson, 6-21-1932. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Geo. W. DeGraw, 4-9-1904. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. John J. Stout, 1917. Co. H 6th Wis. Inf. Geo. P. Wettlaufer, 1863. Co. C 95th III. Inf. Wm. R. Hollister, 1902. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Henry Wettlaufer, 6-11-1921. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. W. F. Welch, 1918. Co. D 107th Ill. Inf. John Baldwin. Co. F 40th Ill. Inf. Hamilton P. Bail, 12-19-1908. Co. A 42nd Ohio Inf. Chas. W. Chilson, 8-10-1878. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Joseph LaBrec, 1929. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Geo. W. Reynolds, 1904. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Henry B. Lewis, 7-11-1894. Elgin Battery W. S. Merry 8-22-1889. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Livingston E. Parker, 1905. Co. I 11th Ill. Cav. J. M. Stowell, 3-2-1888. Co. K 2nd Wis. Cav. Chas. T. Hawver, 2-17-1914. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. W. L. Boyd. 20th N. Y. Prov. Reg. ALDEN CEMETER— War of 1812— L. R. Robinson, 1876. John McLean, 1881. James Helm, 7-13-1870. MT. AUBURN CEMETERY— Civil War-George King, 3-26-1914. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Edward Haffner, 1879. Wis. L. A. Chas. H. Parkhurst, 2-23-1891. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. James L. Rockwell, 2-28-1883. 20th Wis. Inf. Charles Armstrong, 1891. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. John Forby. 5th Wis. Batty. Hollis Ward. Clarence D. Ward. Co. C 142nd Ill. Inf. McCarthy. Asa W. Farnham. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Milton H. Hanks. 10-11-93. Richard Engel, 5-13-1881. 1st Wis. Inf. Silas Ashley. Co. I 118th N. Y. Inf. Luther Parker. Co. E 35th Wis. Inf. Eugene Traver, 1925. Co. F 1st Wis. Cav. A. M. Horton. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. W. Onthank, 10-30-1896. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Robert Wheeler, 1886. Co. C, 15th Ill. Inf. Robert J. Whittleton, 1921. Co. I 1st Wis. Inf. Joshua Mellor. Co. H 21st Wis. Inf. Frank Newman, 1901. Co. F 127th Ill. Inf. Geo. T. Symond. Co. D 30th Ill. Inf. Smith B. Tooker. Co. E 47th U. S. C. Inf. Zachariah Ferguson, 5-19-1910. Co. D, 37th Wis. Inf. Samuel A. Dunham, 8-31-1873. Co. C, 95th Ill. Inf. George W. Carpenter. 1-26-1862, Samuel A. Dunham. 8-31-1873. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. O. H. Goodenough. 6-11-1889. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. William H. Ballard, 1- -1902. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Charles Ballard, 9-11-1871. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Sylvester A. Newell. Co. E 9th N. H. Inf. Scebra Butts, 1-12-1931. Co. F 65th Ill. Inf. Joseph Durbin, 1907. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf.. Abijah Barrett, 1925. Co. E 17th Wis. Inf. Edgar I. Dodge. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. William B. Walker. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John Marshall, 1910. Co. I, 9th Ill. Cav. Freeman Wilson, 1925. Co. H 11th Vt. Inf. Marcellus Denio, 4-8-1878. Co. C 19th Wis. Inf. Simon P. Hill, 1916. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Geo. W. Hammond. Co. E 127th Ill. Inf. Geo. A. Shufeldt, 1932. 111 N. Y. Inf. William Farrell, 11-4-1921. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Edward V. Phelps. Co. I 10th N. Y. Inf. Milo Munger, 12-29-1904. Co. H 121st N. Y. Inf. Edward Hancock, 1901. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. William Hart, Jr., 5-4-1921. 124th U. S. C. Inf. Wilbur Cone. Co. C 13th Wis. Inf. Pliny W. Blanchard. 12-19-1915. Surg. 49th Wis. Inf. Geo. H. Kane, 1916. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Frank W. Hogan, 1918. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Darwin A. Barrows, 1926. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Willard J. Scott, 1899. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Harvey Chappell, 1909. Co. G 8th Ill. Cav. Henry J. Merrill, 1917. Co. C 105th Ill. Inf. David K. Cole, 4-15-1920. Co. F 45th Ill. Inf. J. C. Harris, 1907. Co. B 108th N. Y. Inf. Edward E. Ayers. Co. B 108th N. Y. Inf. Edward E. Ayers. Co. E 1st Cal. Cav. Asad Udell, 1919. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. James White, 1883. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Nye J. Allen, 1925. Co. K 7th Vt. Inf. John Carroll, 1912. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. William H. Warren, 1928. Co. G 12th Ill. Inf. Michael Ashley. Co. I 153rd Ill. Inf. Hollin Read, 2-28-1911. Co. C 22nd Wis. Inf. James D. Clark. Co. F 40th Wis. Inf. Samuel W. Cole, 5-6-1926. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. John W. Grosbeck, 1926. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Lewis P. Card, 7-12-1902. Co. F Sth Conn. Cav. David Chilson. Co. L 15th N. Y. Cav. Henry Manley. Co. G 95th Ill. Inf. Herbert Hammond. Co. D 141st Ill. Inf. James McClure, 3-23-1916. Co. B, 153rd Ill. Inf. War of 1812— William Carmack, 9-28-1865. Jacob G. Saunders, 3-19-1875. B. Lowell, 10-23-1860. Spanish American War-Win. L. Matteson. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. Wm. A. Snitkey. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-George Ratzlaff, 1918. Med. Det. 1st Div. M. G. B. Ray A. Howard, 1918. Co. L. 127th Inf. Robert C. Freese. Air Service U. S. A. August C. Klaman, 1918. 15th Co. 161 D. B. Otis R. Manley, 9-23-1931. 12th Supply Tr. Chloretta S. Thompson, 10-11-1920 A. N. C. Ralph Diggins, 1934. U. S. Navy. Thomas C. Andrews, 10-29-1928. Lt. Camp Grant. Alva B. SSimons, 1926. S.A.T.C. N. W. University. Lawson Dixon, 2-6-1932. U. S. Navy. William Snitkey, 5-26-1931. 25th Engineers. Oscar H. Hamra, 10-7-1936. Amb. Co. No. 21 OAKLAND CEMETERY— World War-Otto Stein, 10-2-1928. Co. 2 Eng. Washington Barrack. War of 1812— Alfred Barrows. Sylvester Russell. Mexican War— Albert Blodgett, 2-29-1852. Blackhawk War-Thomas Finney, 8-9-1876. Civil War-George Hampton, 1897. George Newman, 1910. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. George Barrows. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Harvey W. Butts, 8-18-1931. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Nepolian B. Hammond, 1-18-1893. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Homer J. Deming, 1-15-1881. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Fred V. Smith. Co. A 10th Wis. Inf. Damon W. Davis, 1911. Co. I 1st Ill. Art. Lebbeus Phelps, 1917. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Lovinski Salnave, 1870. Co. G 14th Pa. Cav. G. A. W. Kruth, 4-24-1876. Adelbert Russell. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Samuel B. Russell, 8-12-1865. Co B 153rd Ill. Inf. George Wilson, 1865. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Herman Jackman. Co. C 142nd Ill. Inf. Ira M. Pierce, 5-28-1863. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Elggelston. William M. Fish, 12-8-1863. Co. G 10th Wis. Inf. Wilson Cross. Co. H 16th Ill. Cav. ST. JOSEPH'S CEM., Harvard-Civil War- Patrick Kennedy, 12-15-1929. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. McQuaid, 1922. Seaman U. S. S. Constitution. John Howard. Elgin Battery. Edward Goggin. Co. E 1st Cal. Cav. Joseph Groskinsky, 2-26-1894. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Willett Rosencrans, 3-20-1905. Co. I 90th Ill. Inf. Hiram N. Tracy. Co. C. 64th N. Y. Inf. John Couglan, 11-22-1929. Peter Breen, 1917. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Dennis Ward, 1919. Co. B 153rd Ill. Inf. Spanish American War— Chas. McCarthy, 1934. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-Philip J. Cunningham, 11-21-1930. 327 Inf. John Janowski, 9-24-1918. 6th Eng. Edward J. Killeen, 1918. Hdq. Co. 139th Inf. Daniel Hayden, 1921. Co. C 311 Am. Tr. Lloyd J. Olbrich, 10-8-1936. 173rd Co. Tr. Corps. ORIG. DUNHAM CEMETERY- Civil War-John Wilkerson. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. Silas F. Dean, 1932. Co. M 8th Ill. Cav. John Alexander, 6-14-1897. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. James Reid, 1890. Co. K 95th Ill. Inf. Daniel Burton, 1923. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. James Mason, 1918. Co. H 36th Pa. Inf. David Beck, 10-2-1864. Co1. E 95th Ill. Inf. William G. Billings, 1882. Co. D 153rd Ill. Inf. Stewart Nichols. Co. E 13th Wis. Inf. Albert J. Alderman, 4-5-1891. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Levi F. Fitzer, 1865. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. World War-Claude McComb, 9-30-1918. Co. 15 161 D. B. UNITY CHURCH CEMETERY— Civil War— Theodore T. Heath, 1-21-1864. Co. H 3rd Colo. Inf. William W. Heath, 6-3-1864. 16th Army Corps. S. DUNHAM CEMETERY-Civil War- Edwin J. Wells, 1919. Co. F 1st Cal. inf. Marcus A. Hubbell, 1916. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Smith W. Nolan, 10-30-1880. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. F. Seger. Co. K 28th N. Y. Inf. (Continued On Page Seven) CORP. CARL H. BARTELT [photo] Died on ship Cincinnati enroute to France on May 18, 1918. Buried at Dundee. Was member 129th Infantry. HENRY SCHMIDT [photo] Henry Schmidt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Schmidt, of Woodstock, was killed in action in France. Body never found. Tablet has been erected in his memory in Somme cemetery in France. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN (Continued From Page Six) William N. Palmer, 1900. Co. G 8th Ill. Cav. Geo. W. Dickson, 7-30-1864. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Theo. Rebadeau, Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. War of 1812— Fillmore. LINN HEBRON CEMETERY— Civil War-Allen B. Stewart, 1894. Co. A 153rd Ill. Inf. H. C. Ford, 1922. Co. M 9th Mo. Cav. James P. Weter, 1930. Co. C 22nd Wis. Inf. G. W. Warner, 1923. Co. H 15th N. Y. Eng. Abraham Van Woert, 1-20-1862. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Nelson Martin, 1-1-1865. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. James V. Cornue, 1895. Isaac Knicherbocker. Geo. S. Fredenberg, 1910. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Albert Cornue, 1-25-1863. Co. C 22nd Wis. Inf. James Matthews. Co. F 4th Wis. Cav. Jonathan N. Powell, 1870. Co. C 22nd Wis. Inf. Ellis Gates, 12-19-1864. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Oliver Francisco, 1-12-1929. Co. G 17th Ill. Cav. Zerbino Young, 1925. Co. B 101 Pa. Inf. A. D. Grosbeck, 10-5-1871. Co. D 40th Wis. Inf. Philip H. M. Grosbeck, 8-5-1866. 10th Wis. Batty. Harvey W. Walling. Co. F 15th Ill. Inf. John Meyer, 11-5-1865, Caleb A. Glass, 1-16-1866. Nelson Gates. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Henry M. Reeser, 1909. Co. K 95th Ill. Inf. E. O. Gratton, 8-18-1911. Co. B 72nd Ill. Inf. Alanzo Damon, 1909. Co. F Union Rangers. Horace Scott. Co. C 95th Ill. Inf. Orange Stewart. War of 1812— Daniel Cornue, 1-20-1876. John Begun, 4-2-1850. John A. Ehle, 1871 A. Clary, 1867. Stephen Wickham, 3-26-1873. World War-Adrian Bogard, 10-10-1918. 65th Inf. 4th Div. Eugene D. Drill, 1918. Troop E 8th Cav. Orville A. Judson, 1926. William Nohr, 9-8-1934. Co. G 129th Inf. Revolutionary War— Major Watson, 3-16-1848. HEBRON CEMETERY— Civil War— W. H. Fish, 1934. U. S. Navy. C. Orvis Ryan, 6-24-1925. 18th Ohio Cav. John Keepsel, 1911. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. James A. Hodge, 12-9-1862. Co. A 36th Ill. Inf. Roderick Hodge, 1912., Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. John Latham, 1912. Co. C 48th Ind. Inf. Judson Crane, 1894. Co. D 90th. N. Y. Inf. Eugene B. Slater. 4-20-1864. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Ralph Woolfrum, 1866. Erasmus W. Seaman, 1902. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Chas. W. White, 1909. Co. B 15th Ill. Cav. Porter H. Woolfrum, 1-5-1918. Co. A 28th Wis. Inf. Henry H. Spooner, 1925. 14th Vt. Inf. Joel Ellis, 4-27-1913. Co. I 42nd Ill. Inf. Samuel Archibald, 1881. Co. H 36th Ill. Inf. War of 1812— Zenos Pierce. 7-28-1882. David W. Hyde, 1880. John Stewart. 11-6-1869. Blackhawk War— Josiah Giddings, 10-21-1887. PARKER CEMETERY— Civil War— Chas. H. Tryon, 1916. Co. H, 95th Ill. Inf. SACRED HEART CEM., Marengo-Spanish American War— Bert S. Walling, 12-29-1935. Co. M 4th U. S. Inf. HARMONY CEMETERY— War of 1812— Elijah Adams. Civil War-Harvey C. Huntington, 9-23-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. George W. Adams, 3-30-1867. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. William M. Thompson, 7-10-1887. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Lyman D. Morgan, 1912. Co. B 17th Ill. Cav. Chas. W. Morris, 5-22-1861. Co. H 15th Ill. Inf. Henry C. Eddy. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. J. W. Ramsdell. Co. G, 52nd Ill. Inf. Alfred Hughes, 8-1-1866. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Ahira Thompson, 3-13-1907. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Samuel Mullis, 11-19-1862. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. John J. Evans, 12-6-1904. Co. C 153rd Ill. Inf. T. J. Smallridge. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Uri L. Colgrove, 3-1-1927. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. W. Carpenter, 7-10-1864. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Nathan VanVleet, 6-12-1913. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. August Ritze, 1903. Co. A 35th HI. Inf. William Bowley. Co. C 52nd Ill. Inf. World War-Walter Martens. Edward Wilkins, 1922. U.S. Navy. HUNTLEY CEMETERY, Old Add. War of 1812— Guy Cummings. Seminole War-Daniel Duff, 8-1892. U. S. Inf. Civil War-Cole Smith, 11-15-1881. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Thos. Crimley, 12-8-1894. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. H. F. Marks, 1922. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Daniel Turner, 2-27-1878. M. J. Kelly. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Willard Cummings, 3-7-1882. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. William Duff, 1917. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Joseph Wiley, 1918. Co. B 40th Ill. Inf. A. R. Oakley, 8-22-1906. Mass. Inf. John C. Jobe, 1913. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Albert Gibbs, 1913. Co. D 124th Ill. Inf. C. H. Scott, 1869. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Thos. H. Jackson, 6-22-1864. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Henry Beebe. Co. K 127th Ill. Inf. R. M. Skeels. Elgin Battery. S. C. Van Horn, 2-19-1865. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Jacob Wales, 1907. Co. A 55th Ohio Inf. John Schroeder, 4-10-1900. Co. G 140th N. Y. Inf. A. D. Crimley, 1917. Co. C 153rd Ill. Inf. W. D. Robb, 1-16-1862. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. C. B. Schermerhorn, 12-13-1888. U. S. Navy. Chas. G. Huntley, 10-10-1883. Co. I 16th Ill. Cav. Charles Carpenter. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. John S. C. Cummings,3-5-1812. Co. 7th Ill. Inf. J. Powers. Spanish American War— Howard L. Conover, 1921. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-Arthur Graupner, 12-19-1918. Camp Grant. Alfred W. French, 1920. U. S. Navy. Royal M. P. Miller, 1925. Co. E 129th Inf. Edward J, Stapleton. ST. MARY'S CEM., Huntley— Civil War-Daniel Harttnet. John Schmitt, 7-22-1902. Edward Duffy, 8-7-1912. Confederate. Richard Cahill, 1914. Co. E 47th Ill. Inf. Spanish American War— Michael G. Keating, 7-6-1915. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. World War-John T. Boxleitner, 1921. Batty. C 123rd F. A. OLD CEMETERY, RILEY TWP.- Civil War— Aiden Barnes, 2-22-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. SACRED HEART CEM., Marengo- World War-James Welch, 1-26-1931. Co. G 115th Inf. Civil War-Patrick K. Foley. Co. G 113 Ill. Inf. Lauren J. Condon. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. John Condon, 11-1908. Co. G 95th Ill. Inf. John Murphy, 1-22-1902. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. James O'Brien. 4-25-1906. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Dan Kanaly. Co. G 15th Ky. Inf. Joseph Schneider, 4-27-1917. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. John Backes, 11-14-1925. Co. C 15th Ill. Inf. Michael Sutton, 10-24-1927. Co. F 23rd Ill. Inf. MARENGO CEMETERY— Spanish American War— Llewellyn Crandall. Co. A 161st Ind. Inf. Charles Nickle. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. War of 1812— W. Cobb, 2-2-1866. M. Spencer, 1-16-1861. Resolved Hulett, 2-21-1887. Wm. Sheldon, 1865. Geo. Seites. J. F. Mclntyre, 10-24-1874. S. J. Belden. J. W. Woodard, 12-3-1881. M. Levey, 9-14-1856. L. Paige, 6-13-1867. Silas Chatfield. 12-9-1876. John Fryre, 11-7-1856. Wm. Brown. G. V. Miller, 6-1-1873. Ezra White. Civil War-Charles Ingersol, 4-20-1897. Co. F 144th Ill. Inf. E. A. Wells, 4-25-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. J. Wernham, 9-21-1864. Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. G. Clark. Co. D. 15th Ill. Inf. John W. Clark. Co. E 89th Ill. Inf. Frank C. Brightenan, 3-27-1865. Co. B 17th Ill. Cav. Albert S. Patrick, 12-25-1892. Co. E 51st Ill. Inf. A. S. Lawrence, 11-11-1861. 2nd Cal. Cav. Elijah P. Bell. 123rd N. Y.. Inf. John B. Smith, 5-8-1899. Co. A 58th Ill. Inf. Darius Coonrad, 5-2-1909. Co. H 125th N. Y. Inf. R. S. Hicks, 5-20-1910. Co. F 42nd Wis. Inf. E. R. Morris, 1913. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Myron Morry, 1915. Co. A 153rd Ill. Inf. D. W. Hewitt. 11-16-1916. Co. E 10th N. Y. Cav. Wm. Norris, 1-15-21. Co. I 19th Mich. Inf. Wm. Woodring, 1925. Co. D 133rd Ill., Inf. Adam Sholl, 1867. Co. G 9th Ill. Inf. J. F. Coquilette, 1-17-1864. Co. A 8th Ill. Inf. John Fillmore, 1893. U. S. Navy. A. F. Van Leuven, 1870. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Bartley Jackson, 8-23-1893. Nurse. H. Kilsey. Co. E 116th Ill. Inf. J. N. Spitzer, 10-15-1865. Co. K 52nd Ill. Inf. R. K. Andrews, 2-14-1901. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Frank N. Andrews, 2-9-1883. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. John Hatch, 9-28-1893. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. Parker, 6-16-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Rev. N. G. Collins, 1902. 57th Ill. Inf. H. M. Fillmore, 5-2-1905. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Mile S. Brown, 1864. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. LeRoy Botsford. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. Byman T. Henry, 7-26-1911. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. John Rowland, 12-29-1910. Co. D 79th N. Y. Inf. Ira R, Curtiss, 10-3-11. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. E. G. Gilette, 9-29-1909. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Luther D. Fillmore, 4-11-1902. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Ezra O. Knapp. 4-25-1916. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Samuel Rowland, 1-5-1918. Co. A 95th Ill. Int. John Casely. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Henry Sanders. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Edwin A. Thompson, 5-1-1928. Co. C 105th Ill. Inf. Mose Harmon. Co. D 75th Ill. Inf. Wm. Avery, 11-16-1896. 95th Ill. Inf. Peter Groval, 2-21-1867. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Andrew Gamble, 7-6-1863. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. W. Kimball, 6-10-1864. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. T. W. Stull. 5-8-79. 8th Ill. Cav. W. E. Daniels, 10-31-1862. Elgin Battery. Burtwin Lewis, 5-25-1862. Co. D 49th Ill. Inf. Edwin Cady, 1863. 97 th N. Y. Inf. John M. Starks, 8-19-1863. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. James L. Lewis, 4-27-1884. Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. Harley Wayne, 4-6-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Romayne Whiteside, 5-25-1887. Co. H 15th Ill. Inf. Seth J. Stevens, 12-22-1869. 15th Ill. Inf. C. J. Morse, 5-4-1865. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. J. Rogers, 1-20-1863. 31st Ill. Inf. Henry C. Perkins, 12-19-1874. Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. W. R. Oakley, 6-23-1862. Nurse. A. J. Boyington, 5-8-1903. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. G. W. Sponable. Co. B 13th Ill. Inf. LeRoy Spencer, 7-11-1908. 95th Ill. Inf. W. C. Wells, 10-24-1908. 105th Ohio Inf. H. H. Paynter, 7-2-1909. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. John Kennedy, 3-10-1912. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Matten J. Sullivan, 5-13-1913. Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. Wm. H. Renwick, 10-29-1925. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. Jacob Lansing, 5-12-1898. 141st Ill. Inf. Anson Sperry, 8-24-1889. Paymaster. A. B. Coon, 9-9-1888. Prov. Marshall. W. H. Cummings, 9-23-1863. 37th Ill. Inf. Jos. Timony, 3-23-1862. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. S. A. Handy, 2-9-1864. 17th Ill. Cav. Baily S. Hart, 5-11-01. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. S. E. Hendrickson, 1881. 7th Ohio Inf. Ed. E. Sponable, 8-11-1901. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. J. E. Sponable, 6-16-1863. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. A. P. Rodgers, 6-15-1884. Co. H 17th Ill. Cav. Alex Smith, 8-17-1895. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. G. Jackson, 11-24-1893. 36th Ill. Inf. Wm. Benjamin, 1904. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Aren Hubbard, 3-17-1903. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Ebenezer Knapp, 1905. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Jas. J. Weaver, 12-30-1906. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. L. J. Hand, 5-14-1908. Co. B 105th Ill. Inf. N. White, 9-6-1910. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Jos. Chattfield. Co. G 8th Ill. Cav. Arch Mclntyre, 2-28-1916. Co. E 134th N. Y. Inf. Geo. F. Renwick, 2-19-1917. Elgin Battery. A. A. Fickes, 1919. 7th Ill. Inf. Wm. Mallory, 5-1921. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Wm. Ocock, 9-30-1920. 12th Wis. L. A. F. J. Pray, 1-5-1922. Co. C 1st Vt. H. A. J. W. Green, 10-15-1893. 95th Ill. Inf. I. Easton, 1887. 122 N. Y. Inf. J. Harris, 10-22-1888. 127th Ill. Inf. Enos Sumner. Co. I 67th Ohio Inf. Andrew P. Howard, 7-6-1874. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. C. W. Pettingill, 2-9-1869. 56th Ill. Inf. Wash. Blair. 154th N. Y. Inf. Peter Rose, 11-16-1881. 0. G. Teeple, 7-1906. Bvt. Mjor U. S. V. Ed. Freer, 9-19-1907.20th N. Y. Inf. E. J. Goodrich. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. J. B. Babcock, 3-15-10. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. Thomas, 4-11-1914. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. I. N. Muzzy, 12-22-1914. Co. H 14th Ia. Inf. Henry Rapstock, 7-12-1915. Co. B 18th Ohio Inf. Frank Loomis, 5-18-1922. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. John R. Renwick, 10-16-23. Co. G 9th Ill. Cav. James R. Miller. 69th Ill. Inf. W. H. Havens, 1-30-1924. Co. I 37th Ill. Inf. Moses Dimon, 8-6-1923. Co. D l5th Ill. Inf. Thos. St. John, 2-10-1891. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. John Eddy, 9-4-1886. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Fred A. Smith, 12-7-1897. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. W. S. Stewart, 1-12-1901. 65th Ill. Inf. Thos. Gilkerson, 12-31-1912. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. B S. Parker Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Tyler Williams, 1-29-1925. Co. C 153rd Ill. Inf. O. W. Tyler, 5-16-1904. Co. K 52nd Ill. Inf. A. L. London, 1-5-1906. Co. F 65th Ill. Inf. Henry Dean, 2-3-1907. Co. M 9th Ill. Cav. Martin Bigelow, 2-27-1913. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Nap. Courville. 141st Ill. Inf. August Beebe, 3-14-1916. Co. K 127th Ill. Inf. L A. Capron, 1915. Co. A 153rd Ill. Inf. John C. Lightner, 1-10-1918. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Orin Hopkins, 6-1912. Co. A 68th N. Y. Inf. Alonzo Andrews, 8-15-1911. Co. I 95th Ill. Inf. Ira Brock, 5-2-1920. Co. A 125th N. Y. Inf. E. P. Parsons, 3-17-1923. Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. Newton S. Robb, 6-17-1928. Co. M 17th Ill. Cav. William C. Sullivan, 1933. Co. A 95th Ill. Inf. Grover C. Clark, 5-5-1935. Co. D 104th Ill. Inf. D. A. Stedman. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. David Redpath. Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. August Schwager. Co. K 65th Ill. Inf. Samuel Wise, 1-10-1936. Co. G 141st Ill. Inf. Co. A 153rd Ill. Inf. E. E. Crandall, 1-1936. Co. G 9th Ill. Cav. MARENGO CEMETERY— World War— Ephriam Ryerson. Co. A 47th M. G. Bn. Arthur Dunker, 10-28-1918. Co. C 354 Inf. Arthur Schultz, 9-28-1918. Service Co. No. 2 A.E.F. W. J. Henshaw, 8-1-1918. Hdq. Co. 132nd Inf. D. J. Heatehington, 10-2-1918. Navy. Paul Wittlief. 6th Co. 161st D. B. Ernest Kalbow, 10-18-1918. Co. E 149th Inf. Arthur Dahlman, 1918. Supply Co. 34th Inf. Bernhardt Dreyer, 9-11-1925. Supply Co. 34th Inf. G. R. Ringdahl. Batty. D 6th F. A. Wernham Tyler, 7-19-1921. Co. K 128th Inf. Albert H. Bork, 11-26-1931. Co. K 129th Inf. Perry Harris. Canadian Army. James Woleben, 1935. U. S. Navy. Nebelow Woleben, 1935. C. A. C. RILEY CENTER CEMETERY— World War-Anna H. Johnson, 2-21-1925. N. C. Horace A. Brotzman, 1918. 11 Co. C. A. C. Walter Lind, 1918. Wm. Rozell Stockwell, 1934. Ord. Det. 332 F. A. War of 1812— Jonas Underwood, 5-5-1856. Civil War-William R. White, 4-6-1913. Co. M 17th Ill. Cav. John Brotzman, 11-7-1918. Co. I 15th Ill. Cav. Thos. Gray. Co. D 20th N. Y. Inf. Nahum A. Brotzman, 1925. 9th Ohio L. A. John A. Renie, 10-16-1873. Samuel G. Wilbur. Co. H 188th N. Y. Inf. Milton Mackey, 4-12-1865. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. James Hannon, 4-12-1904. Co. K 147th Ill. Inf. James White. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Bertus Shipman, 8-9-1905. Co. H 131st Pa. Inf. Sidney Babcock, 8-19-1861. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Wm. Van Buskert, 1926. Andrew Sears, 1910. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Alex Williamson, 5-31-1866. Jonas R. Underwood, 10-12-1864. Stephen Gray, 2-4-1882. Co. D 20th N. Y. Inf. BARBER FARM CEMETERY— Civil War-Lucius Barber. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. CARR HARRISON CEMETERY- Civil War-Lucius Hobart, 10-8-1869. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. William Dildock, 12-24-1861. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. William H. Harrison, 1913. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. Lyman Bacon, 1892. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. John Vasey, 5-23-1875. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. World War-Harry Butler, 1931. David T. Clemens. 3-19-1862. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Marcis B. Stevens, 2-8-1870. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Benjamin A. Parker, 11-6-1870. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Geo. W. Griswold, 1911. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Edward Noonan. 1-13-1908. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. Philo P. Roe, 1923. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Richard Thompson, 11-29-1928. Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. Freeman J. Chase. Co. A 141st Ill. Inf. Julius C. Clemens, 1912. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Henry C. Mead. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Frank W. Mead, 8-23-1910. Co. M 1st Ill. L. A. M. M. Chase, 1909. Co. A l5th Ill. Inf. Chas. Harrison, 4-25-1891. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Chas. W. French. Co.E 11th Wis. Inf. Roswell B. Bradley, 1922. Chandler T. Smith. Co. A 2nd Vt. Inf. Eli T. Chase, 1930. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. World War-Harry V. Stephenson, 1918. 153rd Areo Sqd. Carl Mead, 1935. 84th Co. Trans. Corp. Spanish American War— Nye W. Colby. Co. G 3rd Ill. Inf. JOHNSBURG- CEMETERY, Cath. George Schaffer, 1-2-1925. U. S. Army. Ed. Tonyan, 10-4-1918. Co. C 130th Inf. Stephen King, 0-27-1932. 128th Eng. ' Civil War-August Kattner, 12-18-1878. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. John Hai. Co. D 9th Ill. Cav. Mathias Kehr, Co. K 9th Ill. Cav. Peter Rothermal. 1910. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. Jacab Rothermal. Co. B 9th Ill. Cav. Martin Niesen, Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. RINGWOOD CEMETERY— Civil War-Joseph Lester. Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. ST. PATRICK'S CEM., McHenry— World War-Edward Bolger, 1927, U. S. Navy. Civil War— Thomas Powers. 10-18-1914. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Richard Aylward. 1892. Co. F 4th Wis. Cav. Richard Givens, 1881. ST.MARY'S CEM., McHenry— Civil War— C. H. Fegers, 1924. Co. G 4th Ia. Cav. George Schreiner, 8-13-1881. Co. A 13th Ill. Cav. Geo. Blackman. 5-11-1865. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Peter Schreiner, 1913. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. William Schreiner, 1-11-1911. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. George Rothermal. 1925. Co. E 57th Ill. Inf. Anton Weber, 1902. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. Joseph Neuman, Co. I 4th U. S. Cav. Jacob Bishop, 5-21-1898. Co. A 13th Ill. Cav. Joseph Heckner, Co. E 64th Ill. Inf. Michael Justen, 1919. Co. A 13th Ill. Cav. John P. Heimer, 9-22-1901. Co. E 9th Ill. Cav. Casper Wirfs, 8-24-1911. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. Phillip Haupris. 1903. Co.H 29th Ind. Inf. Peter Thelen, 1921. Co. A 13th Ill. Cav. World War— Geo. P. Schreiner, 1918. Co. D 139th Inf. Robert Martin, 1918. Co. H 18th Inf. 1st Div. Nicholas Meyers, 12-1-1932. 311 Am. Tr. WOODLAND CEMETERY— Civil War-James B. Perry, 1925. 16th N. H. Inf. Gerrit S. Ainsworth, 11-8-1863. Co. A 15th Ill. Inf. Lawrence D. Blackman, 1884. Co. H 95th Ill. Inf. John B. Colby, 1925. Co. M 1st Ill. L. A. Wm. E. Holmes, 1874. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. John M. Nash, 2-29-1864. E. C. Carpenter, 1926. C. H. Ostrander. Co. I 147th Ill. Inf. Isaac N. Powell, 1902. Co. H 110 N. Y. Inf. Edwin A. Beers, M. D., 11-26-1879. 2nd Asst. Surgeon 72nd Ill. Inf. H. S. Gregory, 1888. Wm. H. Claxton, 10-21-1865. Co. 1 147th Ill. Inf. Jesse Bennett, 7-16-1911. Co. F 104 N. Y. Inf. John R. Brents, 1-20-1923. Co. A. 115 U. S. C. Inf. David P. Woodburn, 1-10-1923. CO. B 8th U. S. Inf. Chester Howard. Co. H 153rd Ill. Inf. Simon Parker, 1910. Julius Thomas, 7-21-1890.Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. James Kittle, 1903. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Chas. T. Eldridge, 1919. Co. M 1st Wis. L. A. John R. Doran, 11-19-1895. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Edward Lawless, Co. F 95th Ill. Inf. Clinton D. Rorer, 6-5-1861. Co. H 8th Ill. Cav. Willard V. Smith, 1920. Co. D 95th Ill. Inf. Wm. Hutson, 1906. Co. K 3rd Cal. Inf. Christian Knoll. Co. F 47th Ill. Inf. R. J. Osman. Chas. Wilson, 1917. Co. C 6th Minn. Inf. Wm. E. Salisbry, 1930. Co. C 141st Ill. Inf. Spanish American War-James A. Perry, 1898. Co. A 1st Ill. Inf. Harry H. Hanley, 1929. World War— Chas. F. Geske, 10-4-1918. Co. I 23rd Inf. Walter Geske, 5-13-1932. Hdq. Troop 33rd div. George Nichols, 5-30-1925. Co. E 131st, Inf. Victor E. Peterson, 4-13-1918. 32nd Eng. Co. E:. Carl Patzke, 1-3-1936. Co. F 27th Inf. Joseph Wrede, 4-10-1936. Co. F 27th Inf. CORAL CEMETERY— War of 1812— Abiel Bridges. Civil War— B. W. Hutson, Co. F 141st Ill. Inf. George Curtiss. Co. H 127th Ill. Inf. George Howe, 1-29-1862. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Martin Howe, 2-16-1863. Co. H 127th Ill. Inf. Merritt Stoddard, 7-2-1933. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. John Prouse, Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. E. W. Fillmore, Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. E. G. Pike, Co. K 141st Ill. Inf. George C. Benson, 6-2-1862. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. Titus D. Drake, 2-27-1910. Co.H 127th Ill. Inf. Jacob 'Vrooman, 8-17-1909. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Thomas E. Farnham, 9-23-1862. Co. I 52nd Ill. Inf. Henry L. Farnham, 10-4-1864. Co. M 9th Ill. Cav. Ira Webber, 5-14-10. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Henry Ham, 5-7-1923. Co. D 15th Ill. Inf. UNION CEMETERY— War of 1812— Allen Shelden. World War-Reno W. Northrup. Hdg. Co. 33 F. A. Emil C. A. Hensel, U. S. Army. Julius Stienke, 4-3-31, Camp Shelby Frank Hellwig, Balloon Co. No. 78. Henry Miller, 311th Eng. Civil War-Giles M. Durkee, 8-10-1921. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. David Kittinger, 34th Wis. Inf. James Johnson, Confederate. Flavel L. Sheldon, 10-8-1914. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Henry A. Sheldon, 3-14-1923. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. Addison C. Pelton. Co. D 157th Ill. Inf. Amos Capron, 3-12-1884. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Miles Crennon, 11-21-1911. Co. B 16th N. Y. Inf. Henry Bright, 10-25-1911. Co. E 95th Ill. Inf. Augustus Bunnell, Elgin Battery. Chas. F. Howland, 3-17-1918. Co. I 8th Ill. Cav. CARL JOSEPH DITTMAN [photo] Killed in action in France. His body is buried in the Aisne Marne cemetery in France. FRANK WIEN [photo] Son of the late M. N. Wien of this city, died enroute to France. His body rests in Chicago. RALPH PARKS WELLS [photo] Member of 7th Engineers. Drown in English Channel on May 19, 1918. Body buried at Crystal Lake. PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, Illinois EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION JOHN W. McCONNELL [PHOTO] WILLIAM S. McCONNELL [PHOTO] ROBERT M. McCONNELL [PHOTO] We extend to the Woodstock Daily Sentinel our sincere congratulations upon its eighty years of loyal service to the people of this community. THE DACY LUMBER COMPANY was originally organized by the late Mr. Charles F. Dacy at its present location, 220 North Jefferson street. In July, 1922, Mr. Dacy retired from active management and moved from Woodstock, after reorganizing the business with a group of Woodstock people as shareholders and William S. McConnell as President and Manager. Since that time the McConnells have acquired a still larger interest in the business and two sons, John W. McConnell and Robert M. McConnell are now associated with their father in its management. Through years of experience in dealing with the public we have learned that many problems arise which call for expert advice and assistance. This we will be pleased to supply without cost or obligation on your part. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. SECTION TWO Eightieth Anniversary Edition. PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS WOODSTOCK'S CENTENNIAL YEAR NOT UNTIL 1944 First Newspaper Attempted In 1846, Woodstock Sentinel established Ten Years Later WOODSTOCK STARTED WHEN COUNTY SEAT WAS LOCATED HERE WOODSTOCK'S CENTENNIAL IN 1944. "Woodstock's earliest date at which it can rightfully celebrate a Centennial will be in 1944, as the records do not show that there were any habitations here before that year, except a log cabin built in 1843 by Bradford Burbank, which was later removed. The town was laid out in 1844 by Alvin Judd. Judd sold the plat to George C. Dean, who had it recorded in June, 1844. This all followed a movement started in 1842 to move the county seat from McHenry to a more central location. McHenry had been made the county seat in 1836, when, the county was first established and then included what is now Lake county. The government surveyors were then working in the county and the geographical center of the county was ascertained by careful measurements. John Brink, later of Crystal Lake, was one of these surveyors. He was a great uncle of the Brink family in Woodstock, and McHenry county's first county surveyor. Unlike most of the cities and villages around us, which, like Topsy just grew, Woodstock was a tailor made town, carefully planned, platted and surveyed into lots and blocks, before any settlers came to take up a residence here. It all followed the decision to locate the county seat in the center of the county, otherwise there might never have been a city built where Woodstock is now located. WOODSTOCK'S EARLIEST HISTORY Our main object in issuing this 80th anniversary number of The Woodstock Sentinel is not only to give the world an idea of what a busy, enterprising city this is, but to show its antecedents and thus give you an idea of what kind of material this city was constructed—what elements of sturdy manhood entered into the warp and woof of our city's growth and development, and to prove that the man was "way off his trolley" who remarked seriously: "It matters not what you were, but it's what we are today," for both what we were and what we are are inseparably linked as elements in the building of a splendid community, neither of which can be overlooked in a review of nearly 100 years of splendid history—a history full of romance, full of earnest endeavor, full of joys and sorrows and full of all those things that constitute life in the aggregate. The Sentinel wants to assert that Woodstock was founded on those solid elements of character that lead to greatness, that we have had citizens whose loyalty to the flag and to the better things of life has been noteworthy and that among our citizens were and are men of fine character who made and are making their mark in the big country of which we are a part. For this reason the retrospective is probably as important as the prospective, and a review of life in the concrete in the earlier days of the city and a bit of introspection may be of great advantage and satisfaction to the third generation that has appeared on the scene since The Sentinel was established in the turbulent days that immediately preceded the Civil war in which so many of her sons offered their lives and so many had their lives laid upon the altars of their country. In this number we shall attempt no rhetorical pyrotechnics, but shall endeavor to make plain statements of facts, as briefly as may be and yet strictly to the point, not intentionally omitting any enterprise or person connected with the well-being and advancement of the city. It is intended that this shall be a faithful and reliable chronicle of Woodstock and all her constituent parts, without prejudice or partiality, and with such a purpose honestly in view, we crave the indulgence of the public. What Is Woodstock? Woodstock is the county-seat of McHenry county. It is 51 miles from Chicago, 85 miles from Milwaukee, 35 miles from Waukegan, 40 miles from Rockford, via Belvidere, 40 miles from Janesville, 12 miles from Harvard, and 8 miles from Crystal Lake. It has population of about 6,500. Woodstock's early history commenced from the session of the Legislature of 1842-3, which passed the bill authorizing the county to vote on the question of removing the county-seat from McHenry. At the election which followed it was located at this point the geographical center of the county— although at that time there was not a house within two miles of here, and all was forest and swamp lands. The land on which the county-seat was located was owned by Alvin Judd, who at once formed a joint stock company and commenced the sale of town lots. A public square of two acres was presented to the county, in the center of which a court house was immediately commenced and was finished and accepted in September, 1844. On the 23rd of that month J. H. Johnson, the clerk of circuit and county courts, took possession of the new quarters, bringing with him the county records. The first private dwelling erected in the place was the east part of the Exchange hotel, and it remained in a good state of preservation for many years as the residence of I. A. Austin until his death, and the site has since been devoted to business enterprises, at the corner of East Jackson and Jefferson streets. The first store was opened by Oscar L. Beach, who kept a small stock of dry goods and groceries combined. It was later occupied by Fred Renich's cigar store, but the first real genuine establishment of importance was opened by Lyon & Fuller (Fuller & Lyon), in the building that stood on the corner of the lot now occupied by the city hall, which was destroyed by fire on Oct. 9, 1871. The cost of the first court house was $1,200, jail included (even then jails were used). On the 4th of July, 1855, while patriotism ran high, the poor old court house was laid low— in other words, it was burnt to the ground. The present building, which before the burning of the old one had been projected, was soon commenced and pushed to completion and by the 1st of January, 1857, McHenry county boasted of one of the best court houses in the state, at that time, built at a cost of $50,000. After the burning of the old court house and before the completion of the new building the county officers were housed in the old Rathole building, thus named through the acrimony of politicians of that day. First Called Centreville. After the removal of the county-seat to this point from McHenry the village was called Centreville, it being the center of the county, but, at the suggestion of Joel I. Johnson, how-(Continued on page three) The present McHenry county court house was built in 1857, eighty years ago. The above picture of the Woodstock city park and the court house was taken soon after completion of the court house. The park was laid out in 1844, and for a number of years was occupied by a wooden structure—McHenry county's second court house, which is described elsewhere in this newspaper. This building was of frame structure, cost $1200 and was destroyed by fire prior to the erection of the present brick structure. McHenry county's first court house was located at McHenry. Note how small the trees in the park were at this time. Also note the large three story building north of the court house. This was the Neill Donnelly general store. Next to it is a smaller building, which stood where Cass street now extends through to Throop street. The building to the extreme right with the awning is now Hoesley's Bakery. When the city was first platted there were no streets leading from the four corners of the park. The streets on the north-east and north-west corners came later, the one at the south-west corner came only recently with the building of the new federal post office, and at the south-east corner there is yet only a walk for pedestrians. The above picture shows the buildings along part of Benton street, on the east side of the park. The first building from the left is the old Exchange Hotel, which stood where the Murphy block is now located. This includes the First National Bank, Koblentz, Thorne & Son and Newman stores. Next to, across the street from the Exchange hotel was the old "Rathole" building, where some of the county offices were located before the court house was built. The State Bank is now located on this site. The buildings beyond included various lines of business. This block was destroyed by fire much more recently. The above picture was taken by the late John S. Medlar from his studio on the third floor of the Hoy block. It is probably on a Saturday afternoon, when there were many farmers in town. These were the real horse and buggy days, with all the problems of alternating dust and mud which went along. McHENRY COUNTY'S EARLIEST NEWSPAPERS Although the Woodstock Sentinel is the oldest newspaper in McHenry county, it is not the first newspaper established in Woodstock. In fact the first newspaper was established in 1846, only two years after the town was first platted. Country weeklies at that time carried very little local news and had hard going. Small town editors had not awakened to the knowledge that it is their proper function to serve their communities with the local news, leaving to the metropolitan papers the function of covering national and world news. The first newspaper established in Woodstock was the Illinois Republican. Josiah Dwight was the editor. Over a period of ten years Mr. Dwight struggled against great odds to succeed in publishing a newspaper. Suspensions and changes of name followed until 1856, when the newly established Woodstock Sentinel was launched by Mr. Dwight and others and became a successful venture. Other newspapers attempted before the Sentinel was launched were the Woodstock Democrat, edited by F. D. Austin, an accomplished and able writer, the Republican Free Press and the Woodstock Argus, published by M. L. Joslyn and E. W. Smith. No copies of these earliest newspapers are now to be found, and many interesting facts in their history are thus irretrievably lost. SENTINEL'S FIRST YEAR The Woodstock Sentinel, "devoted to politics, agriculture and general intelligence," made its bow to the people of Woodstock and McHenry. county on July 17, 1856. Its owners and publishers were George L. Webb and Thomas F. Johnson. The columns were fourteen picas in width and there were four pages—in other words, it was a seven-column folio in size. The first page was devoted to stories, the first story appearing being headed, "Many Littles Make a Mickle." At the head of the second page, known as the editorial page, were the names of John C. Fremont for president and William L. Dayton for vice-president and the full list of nominees of the Republican party for state officers— governor, William H. Bissell; lieutenant governor, Francis A., Hoffman; secretary of state, O. H. Hatch; auditor of public accounts, Jessie K. Dubois; treasurer, James Miller; superintendent of public instruction, William H. Powell. The third and fourth pages contained a few small advertisements and general miscellany and there was no local news worth mentioning. The salutatorial editorial was as follows, entitled "The First Gun": The First Editorial. "We present to the public this week the first number of the Woodstock Sentinel. In doing so we do not wish, our readers to take the present number as a sample for those that shall succeed it, for we labored under many disadvantages in preparing it for publication, among which the inability to possess ourselves of that variety which is pleasing to the country reader, in consequence of not having yet an exchange list, to cull therefrom. Indeed we should not now be before the public were it not for the courtesy extended to us by the proprietors of The Argus, who kindly offered us the use of their press for the occasion, our own not having yet arrived. We believe the opinion generally prevails that the first issue of a journal should be, like the proof-impressions of a copper plate, superior in point of it reappearance to its successors; but such is not the case, as we hope satisfactorily to demonstrate by each succeeding number of The Sentinel. We issue the present number of our paper as a specimen copy; and request all those who feel disposed to aid us in our undertaking to send in their names, together with their post office address, before our next issue." To show the temper of the people in the pre-Civil war days in which The Sentinel was launched, we quote the editorial following: Opposed to Slavery. "We publish in this week's Sentinel the platform, adopted at the Philadelphia convention. It is a plain, unmistakable document, and fairly and unequivocally comprehends the issue of the November election. The main question involved is whether Slavery shall be restricted to its present limits, or whether the curse of its inhumanities shall extend over territory now free. Besides our settled conviction of morality, we have too recently been afforded its natural political aspect, as exhibited in blood and civil war in Kansas, to lack judgment to pronounce upon it. Let every friend of Freedom lend a strong arm and a willing heart to the great and good cause. To do this, unity of concerted action is necessary. We notice with pleasure that some of our friends have organized Anti-Nebraska clubs, and are holding regular meetings, at which intense enthusiasm prevails. This is as it should be. We need organization. Let every school district in McHenry county organize its club, to kindle the fires of the Republican Liberty of '76. Bring out the orators of your workshops, your farm houses and professions, who know how and dare to speak for Humanity and the Freedom of Speech. Unite every element that can appreciate the common danger, that threatens our dearest and most sacred rights, and old McHenry County will speak in tones that can not be misunderstood for 'Free Speech, Free Soil and Fremont." Other editorials were headed: "Freedom vs. Slavery" and "Freedom's Martyr," referring to the killing of E. P. Brown in Kansas by slavery sympathizers. On the editorial page also were telegraphic reports from Congress, foreign news clippings from exchanges and a "Record of Ruffianism in Kansas," which was then the battleground of slavery and anti-slavery forces. The third page of the paper contained the proceedings of the board of supervisors, with Samuel Richardson as chairman and Neill Donnelly representing Dorr. Many Advertisers. Advertisements in small type represented the firms of Wm. Coker and F. W. Hill (Boston Cheap Store); A. W. Tappan, lots for sale; L. Burtchy, Jr. (Woodstock Cheap Store); H. B. Burton's bazaar, clothing and shoes; Oak Hall Clothing Store, by I. Newitter; New York Hardware Store, by William D. Runyon; Bunker & Stevers, groceries, hardware, etc.; and many "ads" by A. W. Tappan & Co.; Dr. A. S. Smith, surgeon dentist; George M. Sylvester, jewelry. The business directory listed the following: Yost Andrews, boots and shoes; Cooper & Hill, Boston Cheap Grocery; (Continued on page two) PAGE TWO WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition SENTINEL STARTED TO OPPOSE SLAVERY AND ITS EXTENSION (Continued from page one) R. A. Clark, harness and carriage trimmings; Jacob A. Davis, hardware;J. F. Hamilton, M. D.; Joslyn & Van Winkle, attorneys and counsellors; George W. Pooler, sign painter; A. W. Tappan & Co., general dealers; I. C. Trowbridge, boots and shoes; the Woodstock House, by B. S. Patty; Excelsior Drug Store, conducted by R. Willson, M. D.; the Chicago, St. Paul & Fond du Lac railway, open to Harvard, trains leaving Chicago at 8 a. m. and 4 p. m. and reaching Woodstock at 10:55 a. m. and 7:45 p. m. No Local News. The fourth page of the paper was all miscellany, and there was no local news whatever on any page. An item in the second number of the paper said: "After the misfortune of having the third page of our first number knocked into 'pi' on its return from Chicago, where we were compelled to send it to have it printed, we again present ourselves before our readers, hoping henceforth to greet them every Thursday evening without fail." For Fremont and Freedom. The following item in this issue showed the trend of political affairs in the days when the new Republican party was a-borning: "For Fremont and Freedom.—H. C Nixon, formerly State Representative from this county and the strongest and most influential Democrat in the county, is out for Fremont, and is making awful work for the Democracy. Nixon says he has had strong party prejudices and affinities, but he cannot go for Buchanan on that Cincinnati platform, and it is of no use to try to bamboozle him into its support. Nixon is a working man, and has taken a proud stand for Freedom of Speech and against further extension of Slavery; and our friends of the Sham Democracy might with propriety look suspiciously at the cause which has so alienated its strongest and best supporters. C. M. Willard, Esq., one of the Scott electors of 1852, and a Henry Clay Whig, is out for Fremont, and will do good service on the stump this fall for the Republican cause. The work goes bravely on in old Mc-Henry!" This issue of the paper gave an account of the dastardly attack on Senator Charles Sumner, apostle of freedom, who was lying at death's door; told about the draft of Buchanan on the postmasters of the country, who were ordered to contribute to the campaign funds of their party, and gave figures to show that the weather was the hottest that had been experienced in many years. Issue No. 3 advised parents not to allow their children to eat everything they wanted and as much as they wanted, in an article headed "Have Mercy on the Children"; stated that The Sentinel was now permanently established and prayed the support of the public. Sentinel Asks Support. Issue No. 6 noted the appearance or the Marengo Journal, new supporter of the Fremont campaign, with Edward Burnside as editor, and gave a list of the delegates to the congressional convention, with Geo. L. Webb, editor of The Sentinel, as the delegate from Dorr and the entire delegation instructed for E. B. Washburne for congressman. There was also an apology for being two days late in issuing the paper, due to the arrival and installation of a new power press. An item in No. 7 read as follows: "The bill which passed both branches of Congress last week, regulating the salary of members of the house, does away with $8 a day system, increased the salary of each member to $3,000 per session, provided against paying members during absence, compels them to pay from their salary for any books they may vote themselves and riot printed by Congress, and does away with the pernicious practice of pairing. The bill applies to the present Congress, the per diem of which for the session amounts to about $2,000 for each member." No. 7 shows large increase in advertising, and especially legal notices. County Fair Announced. This number announced the sixth annual county fair for Oct. 8 and 9, with the following named on the committees: Malachi Church, John H. Pool, J. T. Bradley, A. A. Gates, L. Ellsworth, Josiah H. Giddings, J. W. Smith, George Harrison, M. W. Hunt. E. A. Thomas, W. H. Stewart, Chas. Tryon, Henry Sherman, Wm. M. Jackson. J H. Giddings, Charles S. Sloan. J. F. Hamilton, W. S. Allaben, Thomas Wray, C. Hastings, John Stewart, Thomas Carr, Richard Vasey, H. T. Rice, H. M. Wait, R. W. Stewart, S. S. Gates and J. H. Johnson, and Mmes. Wm. H. Stewart, J. H. Pool, H. D. Bates, John Stewart, J. H. Johnson, Chas. M. Willard, Neill Donnelly, A. C. Belcher, A. W. Fuller, Cornelius Quinlan, L. S. Church and L. D. Rich. No. 9 tells of a campaign meeting to be addressed by Geo. L. Webb, A. T. Wheeler, Lawrence S. Church and others, and contains the complete proceedings of the board of supervisors. No. 10 relates the marriage of A. W. Tappan and Abbie V. Hunt on the 23rd of September by Rev. R. K. Todd, who did most of the marrying those days, and the paper said: "The happy couple will please accept the printers' thanks for rich and plentiful supply of cake received with above notice. We wish them all the happiness in the future that they anticipate." This cake-sending stunt was very common in newspaper offices until a few years ago. No. 12 tells of the result of the Republican county convention, which nominated Geo. T. Kasson for circuit clerk, John Eddy for sheriff, Lawrence S. Church for representative in the General Assembly and Najah Beardsley for coroner. Amos B. Coon was chairman of the convention. Change In Ownership. The first change was noted in the ownership of The Sentinel, when G. L. Webb disposed of his interest, leaving Thos. F. Johnson in charge and installing Josiah Dwight as editor. The county fair on the 8th and 9th or October was declared to have "very far exceeded anything of the kind which has heretofore taken place among us." No. 13 appeared on Oct. 16 with Thos. F. Johnson as sole owner and Josiah Dwight as editor. Nobody turned out to a Buchanan meeting at Crystal Lake to be addressed by Hon. J. M. Strode and M. L. Joslyn, Esq. No. 14, issued on Oct. 23, showed that Pennsylvania, Indiana and Ohio voted Republican, a good augury for the coming national election, the first in which the Republican (Union) party was represented. In No. 14. Oct. 16, the Woodstock Banking and Exchange office made this announcement: "We hold ourselves individually responsible for deposits and other liabilities of the firm." It was signed by A. W. Fuller, Neill Donnelly, L. S. Church, Joel H. Johnson, C. B. Durfee and G. W. Bentley. Perry W. Murphey, dentist, had this unique "ad": "I would not do it! Oh, how vain! Destroy the nerve to ease the pain! But draw your teeth with care and ease-That is the way to stop disease. Yet, true, there is a better way— Just have them filled—arrest decay: And here the secret is disclosed— The nerve must never be exposed. When teeth arrive at such a state They can't be filled, then have a plate. As you're aware, 'tis my profession To give the mouth a fine expression; Then all who need my skill will find they work well suited to their mind. Then recollect that No. TWO, The Old Rat Hole's the place for you." Unique Advertisements. In the same issue the paper referred to one of its advertisers as follows: "We would call attention to the advertisement of Neill Donnelly, which appears in our columns today. Mr. Donnelly, in addition to the charms of new goods in an endless variety, has a new and elegantly furnished store of his own, which commands a very high position adjoining the new court house, and is a great ornament to he place." That was where the sheriff's residence is now located. As indicating the custom of some professional men of this day regarding dictating but not reading their letters, Millard Fillmore, former president of the United States, added this postscript to a letter to southern friends: "I write in haste, without 'line to copy or correct." An urgent appeal to the voters was made, ending as follows: "Be early and be late; do all you can and try to do more, and then quietly leave the rest to the God of battles." Every issue of the paper contained long poems by noted and local writers. There was a sarcastic account of a democratic meeting addressed by Judge Joslyn and Neill Donnelly, with 13 present, at the Lawson school house at Crystal Lake—and sarcasm was the leading element in all political matter that was published. No. 15 was the last issue before the national election, in which Fremont was pitted against Buchanan for president, and it was devoted largely to political stuff in comparison with which later-day political chaff was mere patter, for there was a great issue at stake and warnings were issued to look out for frauds of all kinds, which evidently were common when every man could make out his own ballot. Election Result. No. 16 announces some of the results of the most important election in the history of the country, except the one four years succeeding. Figures indicated the election of Buchanan over Fremont, as he had 138 sure electoral votes against 129 for Fremont, with 149 necessary for a choice, and Fillmore received 29, with Kentucky and Maryland in doubt. Every town in McHenry county went Republican except Hartland, which the Democrats carried by a majority of 178. The Republican majority in the county was about 2,000, every county candidate of the Republican party being elected, as they have been, without exception, during the 80 years that have since intervened. Editor Dwight commented as follows: "Whatever be the general result of the presidential contest, we have gained three victories—nay, four, which will be a steady consolation under any disappointment we may meet. We have conquered the Woodstock Ruffians beyond the hope of a rally. We have taken 3,000 out of 4,000 votes polled in the county. We have elected a Governor that will be a match for any despot the South may put upon the throne of the United States, and lastly, fourthly, but not by any means, leastly, we have buried Stephen A. Douglas so deep that all the spades and picks on all the railroads in Illinois can dig him out no more, forever. That one thing is so well done that it never can be undone, and thereby we feel very much gratified and somewhat relieved. McHenry County has not been behind in her share of the duty, and hereafter we think she may be very safely trusted in any emergency." Roast Opposition Paper. The roast of The Argus, Democratic organ, was a sizzler. The issue of Nov. 13 stated that the election showed Buchanan elected president, and that Illinois went for him by from 6,000 to 12,000 votes. The Republican state ticket was elected, with 39 Republicans and 36 Democrats in the house and 12 Republicans and 13 Democrats in the senate; making a joint majority of two votes against the re-election of Stephen A. Douglas as United States senator. The celebration of the election at Marengo resulted in the death of Orson Bates by the premature explosion of a cannon. The steam flouring mill being erected by Lake & Quinlan was about completed and expected to begin "flouring" the coming week. It was located a short distance northwest of the railway station and in later years, after its abandonment, was a great resort for hoboes. The election, it was said, showed the need of a vigilance committee in Algonquin and other places of the county, but the skulduggery did not effect the general results. More Local News. The issue of Nov. 20 stated that 19 new rooms had been added to the Woodstock house, Warren E. Johnson opened a new store, and local news appeared in larger quantity than heretofore. The paper of Nov. 25 stated, that, hard freezing weather had been succeeded by warm rains, and that "Fremont has a larger electoral vote, with California, than any defeated candidate ever had, and Mr. Buchanan has a smaller proportion of the whole popular vote than any man who was over chosen president by the people; New England gave her entire vote to Washington and now gives it to Fremont. No presidential candidate intervening shares the honor with them." In advocating the establishment of a Young Men's association "to engage popular and talented lecturers" it was remarked that "as a village we have heretofore been remarkably free from entertainments which carry the mind and heart above the hands and heels." The report of the meeting of the board of supervisors showed $4,300 now due on payments for court house; on Feb. 15, 1857, $700; various other times in 1857, $16,500; on completion of the court house, Jan. 1, 1858, $3,600. The finance committee, headed by Neill Donnelly, made this report. On Dec. 2 the most violent snow storm ever known in these parts appeared—roads blocked, railroad at standstill, business places "lowly," undisturbed and desolate places of business." " Liquor Issue Prominent. Drunkenness was rampant on the streets and the paper said the "Fire engine ordinance," granting for a consideration "licenses to all manner of men to sell all kinds and quantities of liquor, is doing its perfect work, citing several instances of flagrant debauchery on the streets. The Dec. 11 issue stated that the snow blockade lasted from Tuesday until Sunday, the four passenger trains came to a full stop between Lawrence and Chicago, and the assertion was made that the superintendent of the railway "got no mud. on his boots this time" as he attempted to get to Chicago. Item from Rock River Democrat: "Look out for your clothes line. Several have been robbed lately. We have no fear of ours, for they are so ragged that if there was any wind they would whip the thief to death; who would attempt to appropriate them." It was reported that. Charles Sumner's "amendment" is very gradual, and it will be a long time, if ever before he will have sufficient strength for the duties and excitements of the Senate." On Dec. 18 the paper stated, under the head of "Expedition," that "the report of the Secretary of the Treasury of the United States shows that the Federal Government is now costing the people about sixty millions of dollars annually, besides the payments on account of the public debt, which average about ten millions a year." A Dec. 18 item regarding a Republican banquet at the Tremont house in Chicago prophesied "one more turn and, it will be the party in power', and the prediction proved accurate. On Dec. 25 it was said that The Argus, Democratic paper, made its first appearance since Nov. 19. A threatened slave insurrection was anticipated in the southwestern states. B. C. Durfee, of this place, an old musician of considerable celebrity, proposed to meet old folks and young folks once or twice a week at Durfee's hall, preparatory to an "Old Folks' concert" to be given at some future day, and he organized in a room close* to zero in temperature. First Christmas Issue. 'This is the day we celebrate,' as the pig said to the turkey on the morning of Christmas." And that was about all that was said concerning tne observance of this great religions festival. Lorenzo Parsons and Mary J. Parks "were married on the 17th, and Dr." M. F. Irwin and Mrs. Susan J. Tew on the 23rd. The Jan. 1, 1857 issue had this notice: "The boys, in their eagerness to get out last week's paper in season to have Christmas all to themselves, neglected to give us a chance at the 'proofs' before the paper went to press. The consequence was that we were made to use words and utter sayings which would make a sensitive man 'crawl all over' or ought to if he didn't. We make this much of an explanation for fear someone might think that we had just then been contributing our mite 'towards the purchase of a fire engine." The word "boys" was starred, and they slipped in this line in small type below the notice: "Would like to know where you get your men" and it was signed Printers' Devil." Sentinel Needs Money. In the same issue the notice appeared: "The subscribers to the stock of the Woodstock Sentinel are requested to take notice that the final instalment upon said stock is now due, and in order fully to perfect the arrangement entered into it is necessary that it be paid at once. By order of Central Committee." Weather comment: "Rain and sleet. The sleighing is as good as can be, and some hundreds of acres on the east side of the village, covered with ice, are being daily improved by skaters, old and young." Married on Dec. 27, Hovey Chittenden and Margaret F. Mitchell, both of, Crystal Lake. Jan. 8, 1857, issue said that a lyceum for general literary purposes, organized by M. C. Johnson, Esq., under name of "Mite Society," exacted dues of five cents per member per week. It was said that a fund of $70 was in somebody's keeping that was to have been appropriated towards the purchase of books for general village use, and could be easily transferred to any literary society that may come up with a good honest purpose." Doubtless this was the incentive for the later Woodstock Literary and Library association that finally eventuated in the present public library. Ladies With Hooped Skirts. Suggestion: Speaking of snow, the paper said that "the paths for gentlemen are soon opened, but in some of the larger towns they are talking of special appropriations for shoveling them out wide enough to admit the free passage of the ladies with hooped skirts, and with switching-off places at intervals, so that when two skirts happen to meet they can pass." There was no Sentinel on Jan. 22, because of disappointment in procuring paper, "as we anticipated." There was no quorum at the meeting of the village board, so they could not increase the corporation tax about one-third, and it was suggested that the proceedings of "this tax-gathering board, published verbatim et literatum, would excite the admiration of many who have not yet opened their eyes." There was a bill before the Legislature to incorporate the village of Marengo and to repeal the charter heretofore granted the village of McHenry, followed by a "roast" of Woodstock village trustees that was sharp end pointed. Marriages: Dayton B. Truax and Mary E. Gregory on the 18th; Lyman Shelton and Mary Deitz on the 7th. A religious directory appeared mentioning the Presbyterian church, with Rev. R. K. Todd as pastor; Methodist, Rev. E. Brown; Baptist, Rev. E. F. Gurnet; Universalist, Rev. T. H. Taber; Episcopal, Rev. S. D. Pulford; Roman Catholic, Rev. B. O'Hara. Officers of the newly-organized Literary society, given in issue of Jan. 29, were C. M. Willard, M. L. Joslyn, G. W. Bentley, E. W. Smith, M. C. Johnson and M. F. Irwin. Local Flour Mill. A sample of flour received from the new flouring mill of Dake & Quinlan induced advice to the public to patronize this new local industry. Extension of the Chicago, St. Paul & Fond du Lac railroad to Oshkosh, Wis., was assured by J. H, Johnson, acting director, thus making 600 miles of railroad under this organization. Issue of Jan. 29 said, that the Illinois House refused to print 20,000 copies of Governor Bissell's message, reducing the number to 10,000 in English and 5,000 in German. Item: "The roof of our village school house is settling so rapidly as to render the further occupation of the house unsafe. The school is, for the present, dispersed." A village ordinance was passed prohibiting use of billiard and card tables to the use of boys under 18, and it was suggested that "a juvenile saloon be immediately established for the benefit of the youth thus proscribed, and that they be confined exclusively to milk punch as a beverage, until they shall have escaped the tutelage of this sumptuary law. One or two trundle beds might not be amiss." Marriages: Dr. J. F. Hamilton and Fidelia M. Belcher on the 29th, both from Woodstock, and the bride a sister of A. C. Belcher. According to the paper of Feb. 5, a petition tor the repeal of the Woodstock village charter had been referred to the judiciary committee of the Illinois house. Shortage of Fuel. Papers from various places reported a shortage of fuel during the severe weather that was prevailing. Feb. 12: There were freshets and many bridges went out—at Toles' and Morse's mills in Greenwood, at McHenry and Algonquin on the river, and Crystal lake was nearly up to the road. There had been failures of the potato and sugar cane crops, and war prices' were being paid for these products. Silk worms had also given out, making silk high in price. A donation party for Rev. Pulford was postponed because of the weather, and Lumbard Brothers were to appear in singing stunts. Feb. 19: Extremes of severe cold, deep snow and high water were quite unparalleled all over the country. A new postoffice had been established at the crossing of the Chicago, St. Paul & Fond du Lac and Fox River Valley roads, called Dearborn; the Hartland office had been re-established, with Daniel Blair as postmaster, and C. M, Goodsell had been appointed postmaster at Greenwood. Feb. 26: Several important amendments to the village charter were massed at the recent session of the Legislature. Plenty of Whiskey. Item under head of "Statistical": "It appears from the figures at the railroad office that the amount of whisky and other spirituous liquors received by the railroad during the past year from Woodstock was 25,000 gallons, and there were 17,000 gallons sent in by express." Subscriptions to the Rockford and Kenosha railroad had reached $350,000 and the contract for grading would soon be let. A. Baldwin and Mary D. Joslyn were married, in Chicago on the 17th. March 12: Editors Smith and Joslyn bad entirely withdrawn from The Argus newspaper and left it in the hands of Mr. Edson, former superintendent of the mechanical department of the same. The inaugural address of President Buchanan was published in full and commented upon. Criticism was made by a contributor concerning the construction of the new court house in course of construction, or recently constructed. Francis M. Clark and Susan R. Ellis were married on the 9th, G.J. Dresser and Ella S. Slocum on Feb. 22. Mar. 19: Freezing nights and snow storms were frequent, but no March winds or mild weather or singing birds. The village of Marengo voted to incorporate, 130 to 93. E. S. Joslyn entered upon his duties as district attorney. Mar. 26: The postoffice was moved from the drug store to the building on the northeast corner of the public square, formerly Greehleaf's furniture store, and Mills & Dodge took the quarters vacated. Town Clock. April 2: The town clock had once more been started and was again keeping time "quite an accommodation to those poor mortals who are not able to own a 'ticker.'" Twenty thousand persons witnessed the execution of Alfred Countryman at Rockford for the murder of John F. Taylor, sheriff of Winnebago county. J. W. Franks & Son became publishers of The Sentinel, with Josiah Dwight as editor, this making the second time within the first year that The Sentinel had changed hands, indicating that publishing a newspaper in a village the size of Woodstock was no easy job. The new publishers must have been very demure and quiet gentlemen, as no mention was made of the change except the placing of their names in place of Thomas F. Johnson's. April 9: Village officers elected on the 6th: M. B. Baldwin, M. W. Hunt, E. M. Lamb, Erastus Richards, Chas. Schryver, P. B. Enos, Linsley Joslyn, C. W. Craig and Ira Slocum. Trustees of the Presbyterian church elected: Mustoe B. Given, M. W. Hunt, Charles H. Sloan, Eugene Wood and James Scott. April 16: The district school was to commence for the summer on the 1st of May, with Mr. Parrish (probably John A.) as teacher and Misses Smith and Hartlett as assistant teachers. "Our Siberian winter" had not yet abated, and it had snowed nearly every night for two weeks, with plenty of ice and icicles. April 23: The teachers' institute, under the direction of Asa W. Smith, school commissioner, was largely attended, with a good, program. April 30: A committee of the village council recommended the abolition of all saloons and that no licenses be issued except for the sale of intoxicating liquors in quantities of one gallon or more. Court House Brick. Doubt was expressed as to the durability of the brick used in the construction of the court house and a thorough investigation was to be made by members of the county board before work would proceed thereon. May 7: This item was published: "We have a board of trustees at least who have some respect for themselves, and thereby respect for others—some public spirit and a generous, just pride, which very naturally inclines them to attend first, to restoring peace, quiet, good order, civil behavior, and all sorts of comfortable things to a people who, by the total absence of such small things for a year past, had nearly become outlaws in their own town." It was really a startling indictment of conditions that had prevailed for some time. A writeup concerning the fire engine then in use shows the great advance that has been made in fire-fighting up to this good day of 1936. Market, quotations: Wheat, $1 to $1.12; rye, 60 to 70; barley, $1 to $1.25; oats, 45 to 48; hay, $7 to $9; hams, 11 to 12; eggs, 10 to 12; turkeys, 9 to 10; chickens, 15 to 18; lard, 11 to 12; potatoes, 65 to 75; butter, 18 to 20; wood,' $3; dressed pork, $7 to $7.50; common siding, $17; dressed flooring, $25; cedar posts 18. May 14 item, "A Wink Is as Good as a Nod to a Blind Horse.' We have been requested to say to the person who took some five dollars' worth of tallow from the slaughterhouse of Mr. J. C. Choate last Saturday night, that if he will return it there will be no questions asked, but if: not, he will be apt to find that 'Jordan is a rough road to travel. Albert H. Deitz and Anna M. Crawford were married on April 29. Reject Fire Engine. The fire committee and company refused to accept the new engine, as "it would take a force of about ninety able-bodied men to get around with it in fair weather, and in mud times ten or twelve times that number." "Our old townsman, Ira C. Trowbridge," had returned to open a store for the sale of a full assortment of leather ware. May 21: The first serious accident "of its own making" occurred on the new railroad, when an empty gravel train ran over several cows that came suddenly upon the track "about two miles out." Crops, and especially winter wheat, were looking fine—and that was the principal crop at that time. "As to corn, who ever knew it to fail?" the paper said. May 28: The trees were putting on their new "garb," after an extremely hard winter. An article dated at Elysium (Virginia Settlement), near Ridgefield, dwelt on the cause of music as handled by Mr. Tower, of Greenwood. June 4: Those in charge decided that the walls of the new court house were all right to proceed with the second story. Old Cemetery Location. Citizens were requested to meet and consider the condition and needs of the Woodstock cemetery, then located on the grounds on South street where the Avery residence was later erected. Asa W. Smith, school commissioner, published this notice to whom it may concern: "The undersigned does not deem it proper to take official notice of anonymous letters concerning the reputation of any individual. Please sign your names and your communications will receive due attention." June 11: It was hoped to have the new court house in readiness for the October term of the circuit court. Hall & Sears opened a new bakery in Woodstock. June 18: The McHenry County Agricultural Board met and reorganized on the 13th. Mention was made of Woodstock stores and "the continuous stream of business that was constantly pouring into our village." The Kenosha and Rockford railroad had been located, the line to run through Genoa and the village of Alden. The village of Richmond was given due notice, ending with the remark: "Verily, this county of McHenry supports an enormous amount of trade." The Chicago, St. Paul & Fond du Lac rairoad was building fences abutting its lines and setting poles for its telegraph line. The Sentinel boasted of the quality of the new postoffice in "Johnson's Row, opposite the end of Excelsior block." June 25: Nearly 900 miles of the Atlantic cable were reported laid by officers of the steamship Europa. It was called the Atlantic telegraph. Big July 4 Celebration. Twenty cars had been engaged to bring the crowds from Chicago for the 4th of July celebration in Woodstock, which was to be on a grand scale, with the following named serving on the committee in charge: H. H. Hildreth, B. S. Patty, D. C. Joslyn, C. W. Craig, G. D. Greenleaf. John Donnelly, Neill Donnelly, M. H. McCahill and A. W. Fuller. July 2: The speech of Hon. A. Lincoln in reply to Judge Douglas, delivered in the house of representatives at Springfield was published in this issue, and Judge Douglas' speech was also published; That was a celebrated debate. July 9: It was thought that the seasons were getting later year by year "as the world grows older,", as roses, currants and strawberries were very late in blossoming and maturing. The fire department held its first annual ball on the 3rd. Horse thieves were troubling owners very much in the vicinity of Marengo and few of the stolen animals had been recovered. The Mormon Problem. United States troops were being sent into Utah on account of the spread of slavery and the immigration of the Mormons. The Great Eastern circus was billed to show in Woodstock and had the largest "ad" in the paper that it had carried throughout the year. The dates were the 16th and 17th. July 16: The Woodstock Argus, Democratic newspaper, expired, and the remains were to be taken to Bloomington for interment. It had had a tempestuous career and Democracy was on the wane. The telegraph was in full operation in the raidroad office, making its first appearance in Woodstock, a great advance. July 22: The obituary of The Argus, published in this issue, showed that it was first published in the spring of 1856, in opposition to the Woodstock Democrat, which finally succumbed to The Argus, which also bought out the Free Press, then the only Republican paper in the county, so The Sentined came upon the scene and had the field to itself in about a year. As the board of supervisors refused to make a small appropriation for the purchase of permanent grounds for the agricultural fair, it was not probable that a fair would be held the coming fail. HE NAMED WOODSTOCK JOEL H. JOHNSON [photo] Was born in Woodstock, Windsor county, Vt., March 17, 1817, of old Puritan stock. He came to Illinois in September, 1836, and located in what was then Cook county, but in the winter of 1836-37 was detached from Cook county and called McHenry county. He was then twenty years of age. He held various offices in the county from the beginning, such as clerk of the various courts, sometimes several at once at a time when there were no salaries, only small fees. When the county-seat was moved from McHenry to Woodstock in 1844 he moved as well and became one of the first settlers in the new town, which was first called Centreville, but through his influence was changed to Woodstock, the name of his home town in Vermont. In June, 1849, the subject, of a railroad began to be discussed, and Mr. Johnson and others secured the location of the new line being built from Chicago to the Northwest through Woodstock. In October, 1854, he was elected a director of the company and placed in charge of the work of securing subscriptions and right of way, attending to the settlement of land damages and other matters pertaining to the buildINg of the new railroad. The writer remembers that old timers told him years ago that Mr. Johnson became so closely allied in the new venture of building a railroad through Woodstock that his personal finances became involved, he lost heavily of his life accumulations and his inherited fortune was sacrificed to the cause. Tn 1857 he retired from the railroad venture and devoted his time to the practice of law, in 1878 was elected as Police Magistrate and in the late eighties became postmaster under appointment by President Grover Cleveland serving from 1887 to 1891. John H. Higgins of this city served as his deputy. Mr. Johnson died in the nineties, after a long and useful life in this city, which he helped to build and to which he had rendered such valuable service. EDWIN WHITSON [photo] This is an old time picture of Edwin Whitson, taken in the earlier days of his active life in Woodstock. He was born July 29, 1843, in Boston and came with his parents West in 1848, when they settled first at Waukegan, moving to Woodstock in 1854, when Edwin was eleven years of age. He spent his life in the hardware business established by his father, Thomas Whitson, whom he succeeded as the head of the business. He died Jan. 17, 1908. For many years he was a member of Company G. L. N. G., serving as First Lieutenant with Charles H. Donnelly as captain. He was an ardent Mason and for 20 years filled the office of Royal Arch Captain in Woodstock Chapter. R. A. M. He was never married, but lived with his sisters, Miss Emily Whitson and Mrs. Ida (A. W.) Wagner. In those days the name Whitson as identified with the hardware business was a familiar by-word in every household in McHenry county. Edwin Whitson lived an active life in the progress and growth of this community over more than a half century. His love for friends and his liberality toward all forms of charity and his honesty in business transactions, were all things done without display or ostentation. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE (Continued from page one) over, at that time the circuit and county clerk, a bill was put through the Legislature in the session of 1854-55 changing the name of the place to Woodstock, in honor of Woodstock, Vermont, the native home of Mr. Johnson and some other early settlers. After the removal of the county-seat the first county officers were elected as follows: Judge of the probate court, Enos J. Smith; clerk of circuit and county courts, Joel H. Johnson; recorder, William H. Beach; sheriff, Henry M. Wait. The first judge of the circuit court was Richard M. Young, and the first state's attorney was Wm. A. Boardman; first county commissioners, Andrew J. Hayward, Hosea B. Throop and Carlisle Hastings. Alvin Judd First Settles. In giving the early settlers of Woodstock and vicinity we begin with the name of Alvin Judd, who came to the county in 1836 and removed to the city in 1844. Joel H. Johnson also came into the county in 1836 and to the city in 1844. James M. Judd came same years both to the county and city. William E. Dean came to the county in 1843 and to the city in 1844. Robert Metcalf came to the county in 1837 and to the city in 1844. E. I. Smith—county, 1838, and city, 1844; Neill Donnelly—county, 1837, city, 1848; John Donnelly — county, 1837, city 1853; Abel W. Fuller, who died in 1868—county 1845, city 1846; Wm, H. Beach—county 1837,. city 1844; Levi Sherwood—city 1845; Oscar L. Beach—county 1837, city 1845; Josiah Dwight—county 1837, city 1847; George H. Griffing—county 1837, city 1848; Lindsey Joslyn and three sons (M. L., Col. Ed. and F. C.)— county 1838, city 1848. The first lawyer in the town was D. C. Bush, and the second Wm. Sloan, both of whom came in 1844. The first doctor in the place was A. W. King, who died at Vicksburg. The first teacher was David Richardson, who kept school in the court house and in the court room. Rev. Todd First Minister. The first minister was the Rev. R. K. Todd, who was pastor of the Presbyterian church, their first edifice being erected in 1848, and which is now a part of the buildings of the Dacy Lumber Co. The next church building was the Baptist, erected in 1857, and later used by the Methodists and the Universalists and as a skating rink. It was sold to the Methodists in 1866 and the Baptists erected their present structure. The Methodists started their new church, later destroyed by fire, at the south end of Throop street, in 1870, and it was nearly wrecked by a windstorm after the framework had been completed. The erection of other early churches is mentioned in our review of events of the period from 1856 to 1870 elsewhere in this edition of The Sentinel. Woodstock is nestled in the bosom of the greatest agricultural and dairy section in the United States. While it has but one line of railroad, the fact that this line is one of the greatest of the North-Western system gives splendid accommodations to those who desire to travel in any direction. Fast trains carry the traveler to the great metropolis in but a fraction over an hour, giving its citizens advantages not possessed by denizens of more strictly inland cities and villages. The person so minded can board the train at Woodstock, and, without changing depots, the trip to Portland, Ore., or other parts of the country, can be made with comfort and luxury not dreamed of by the founders of the city. Paved Highways Paved highways leading out of the city also afford easy transportation to near and distant points—a method of transportation that has developed to its fullest extent during the last 30 years of the life of The Sentinel. According to the official census figures of 1900, the population of Woodstock was 2,502, but the growth of the city has been so marked and steady since that time that it can now be safely counted as 6,500 or more. This marked growth was due to many things, but principally to the fact that, during the last years of the 19th century, public-spirited citizens united in an effort to obtain for the ciiy those manufacturing industries that are so essential to the growth of cities in America. First of all came the Oliver Typewriter factory, which was moved to Woodstock from Epworth, Iowa, by the patentee of the machine. Rev. Thomas Oliver, who, in conjunction with the local improvement association and the citizens generally, gradually developed the enterprise until, with an increase of capital 'and a change of personnel, it employed more than 1,500 people and boosted the population at a tremendous rate. Success marked the progress of this enterprise from the first, in its later days under the direction of its superintendent, John Whitworth, lately deceased, who was an Englishman by birth and who became one of the most loyal supporters of his adopted country—a far-seeing, astute and capable citizen of the republic at all times. The Typewriter City. Until the days of the World war the Oliver establishment throve and prospered immensely, its product being shipped to all points in the world where typewriters were in use, but as much of the product of the factory found a market in the countries at war beyond the seas, the progress of that war marked the decline of the Oliver, whose machinery during that war was used in the manufacture of ammunition and other things necessary to the prosecution of the war as far as the United States were concerned. Previous to that conflict "to make the world safe for democracy" other far-sighted citizens saw the need of another factory in order to maintain the growth of the city already attained and to safeguard those who had made their Homes here while the Oliver was in its ascendancy, and so another typewriter factory was secured after a more or less hectic struggle, and the Emerson shop was transferred from Momence, Ill., to Woodstock, and, after various managements more or less successful, the name of the machine was changed from the Emerson to the Woodstock and since those days the Woodstock has provided employment for several hundred people and its product has found a ready market all over the country in the face of the competition provided by other typewriters of well-known names and successful reputations. In the success of this plant the names of A. C. Roebuck and Richard M. Sears stand out conspicuously. Alemite follows Oliver. The machinery of the Oliver was sold to parties in England and the plant was idle for a time, but for several years it has been occupied by the Alemite company, which manufactures a number of appliances used in the manufacture of automobiles and other articles of public utility, and is employing a large number of people. While the Oliver factory was in operation another factory was opened a short distance north of the Oliver plant for the manufacture of articles in brass and other utilities, and during most of the year provides employment for a sizable payroll. It is now managed by Charles E. Low and Mac Marsilitis as the Woodstock Metal Products Co., well-known local citizens, and is on a substantial basis of operation. Another institution of note is that of R. O. Andrew & Co., who occupy the site so long filled by the plant of the pickle factory that was started many years ago by Heinz, Noble & Co., as a processing plant and where this product of the fields was handled many years by Norman Frame and others of well-known reputation. All of these and others of lesser note have provided the impetus for the growth of Woodstock and furnish employment to many people. A Stalwart Citizenship The population of Woodstock is made up of the dominant nationalities of the world. The early settlers hailed from New England, New York and Virginia, but there came representatives of the German empire and of France, sons of the Emerald Isle, pilgrims from the land of King Oscar, and the sturdy sons of Brittania, all intermingling and mixing to produce a sturdy type of manhood. None of the representatives of the pauper races of the old world have flocked here, so we have a truly representative citizenship, stalwart of body, vigorous of mind and brawny and thrifty, among whom the visitor finds pleasure in association. Strangers have often remarked upon the fine quality of our citizenship, and a representative of a huge mercantile house in Chicago only a short time ago stated to the editor of The Sentinel, that in all his travels (and he was an extensive traveler) he had not found a more truly American city. It is proper to mention here that previous to the securement of the Oliver typewriter factory the local committee secured the establishment of the Wheeler & Tappan company, manufacturers of steam pumps, but this establishment, located originally in the first buildings taken over by the Oliver, did not survive long and proved a great disappointment to the promoters of the same. City Well Located. The location of Woodstock is to its advantage. The greater portion of the city is elevated above the surrounding country. We are 954 feet above sea level and 373 feet above Lake Michigan, the climate is healthful and delightful, the air in winter being pure and bracing, crisp and exhilarating, while the heat of summer is often tempered and rendered agreeable by refreshing breezes from Lake Michigan 30 miles away that are of common experience. It is estimated that the death rate of this city is below the average of the United States. The infectious and contagious diseases so prevalent in other sections of the country are almost unknown here, one or two sieges of diphtheria and scarlet fever being all that have been recorded in our history, while of consumption and kindred ailments there is very little. The water supply of the city is pure and healthful. For many years the people had free access to a mineral spring at the southwest corner of the public park, especially during the summer seasons, and later local enterprise engineered the drilling of several fine artesian wells more than 1,000 feet deep, from which an apparently unlimited supply of water of purest quality was pumped to supply the homes and institutions of the city, but later a change was made that is narrated under the heading of "Water and Light." Light and Water Plants The city of Woodstock owns and maintains this electric light and water plant, which is the finest in northern Illinois, in the establishment of which several hundred thousand dollars have been expended and to which additions have been made as the needs of the people have demanded them. This system furnishes to the people, at a minimum of cost, arc lights for street illumination, incandescents for the homes and business places, and an abundance of pure water for household use and as a protection against fire making the rates of fire insurance very low, when compared with some of the cities of the state. In recent years this plant has been conducted at a profit to the municipality, proving the wisdom of those who have always contended for the public ownership of the enterprise, one of the outstanding examples of successful municipal ownership in the country, and the pride of those who were interested in its establishment, among them being the late John D. Donovan and E. C. Jewett and many still living. The streets of Woodstock, which, in the early days, were quagmires of mud and at times almost impassible, are now nearly all paved, many of them with brick that has withstood the neatest amount of travel possible, especially those surrounding the public perk and some of the outgoing thoroughfares. Some of these streets are parts of much-traveled state highways, and the stream of traffic through Woodstock, especially from Chicago and from Wisconsin, is almost bewildering on some days of the week and especially on Saturdays and Sundays, as metropolitanites traverse them on their way to weekend places of pleasure and the lakes of the north and east for a bracing swim, Geneva and Delavan lakes being the nearby focal points for such pastime. The forestry of the city is noteworthy to all visitors, as the streets are beautifully lined with luxuriant shade trees of splendid growth and make this the most beautiful inland city in the middle West. The people of Woodstock are of a high order of intelligence, as can be demonstrated from their patronage of the free public library of several thousand volumes and the fact that a number of literary and reading circles have been regularly maintained and generously patronized, their readings being fully up to those of the most advanced reading circles in the country. City of Homes This is a city of homes—beautiful homes, wherein are reared loyal sons and lovely daughters, the prophecy of the country's happy future —homes that are made better because of the presence of good school and church facilities, nearly every denomination of the latter being represented by active working organizations. The cost of living, the reasonableness of taxes for a growing town and the advantages of citizenship here are being increased by wise improvements executed by conscientious public officers. Its splendid climate, its accessibility to the great marts of trade and sources of thought, its pure water and vitalizing air, its elegant homes, worthy churches and substantial public and business edifices, all combine to make this an ideal place for residence and business purposes, as well as for manufacturing. Being located in the center of a great agricultural and dairy district, surrounded, as it were, by the very fat of the land, the blessings of good crops are nearly always ours to enjoy. Total crop failures have never been known in McHenry county. Even the past year, when there has been less rainfall than for many years, some of the crops have been above the average for other portions of the state and country, and the farming element, which is an important factor in our prosperity, is in fairly good condition and enjoying blessings that are for the time being denied less fortunate agriculturists. The diversity of our crops is such that if one crop fails, another will be large and thus our farmers do not know what is meant by absolute failure of crops. ALFRED J. SHURTLEFF Alfred J. Shurtleff, father of our Circuit Judge Edward D. Shurtleff was a prominent resident and business man of Marengo. Older residents will re member Mr. Shurtleff as he lived in and near that city from 1870 to the date of his death. He was born in the East October 14, 1828, was married twice and our Judge Shurtleff is one of four children of the second marriage. A sister living now at Geneva, Ill., is the only member or the family still living. Mary F. Higby, second wife of Alfred J. and mother of Judge Shurtleff, survived her husband by many years dying in 1910. Mr. Shurtleff took a keen interest in civic affairs and found time from his farm work, and stock buying to become president of the town board and serve upon the Board of Supervisors of McHenry county. He departed life at Marengo on June 8, 1895. JAMES ALLEN Thomas Allen, father of James Allen and Henry Allen, was born in the year 1797, in England. With his wife, Mary, and four children he left his native land, sailing for America on the vessel, Eliza Warwick, in 1837. The two youngest children, aged 2 years and 6 months, respectfully, died at sea and were buried in the waters of the Atlantic. The trip took six-weeks. After landing in America the family spent two years at Peterborough, N. Y., where Mr. Allen was employed by Garret Smith, the noted abolitionist. In 1840 the family again moved; this time on its way to Illinois. They came on a canal boat to Buffalo and then by schooner around the Great Lakes, to Chicago and finally to McHenry county, the land of their dreams. They purchased land from the government about five miles south of Woodstock, where they acquired four farms, two of which have never gone out of the family. Two sons were born in America, Henry and Frank, each acquiring a farm as well as James and the father. James Allen was J2 years old when he came with his parents to America. He owned what is now known as Pleasant Valley farm of 200 acres, which was sold some years ago. The father, Thomas, and brother, Henry, lived and died on the old homestead. Of the Allen farm, Harry, son of Henry, is today a progressive farmer on the farm once his father's. The old home of Thomas and Mary is now occupied by the youngest daughter of Henry, Mr. and Mrs. George Pugh. These farms have been in the Allen family since 1840, 96 years. Dr. E. H. Allen, son of James Allen, is a prominent dentist at Cresco, Iowa, while Mrs. Florence Allen Miller is our beloved friend and neighbor in Woodstock, a prominent and active worker in all good deeds and a loyal member of the M. E. church and all its various social organizations. A third child, Stella Allen Gleason, resides in Copemish, Mich. WILLIAM H. SHERMAN Was a native of New York, where he was born April 9, 1836. Came to Illinois in 1844, locating first at Richmond and in 1852 moved to Woodstock. He was a brother of Marvin and Burnham Sherman, also long time residents of Woodstock, and was employed as a carpenter and builder. He served in the Civil war as a member of Company A of the 15th Illinois, enlisting in May, 1861. Previous to his enlistment he was a member of the Woodstock Light Guards. He served first as a sergeant in his company and was later promoted to second and then first lieutenant, his entire service continuing for a period of 1,125 days. He was a typical Union soldier, always wearing a mustache and goatee, was straight and erect in his bearing and manly in his every activity. He died Jan.31, 1900, aged 64 years. One son, Willard H. Sherman, is a well known resident of Woodstock. ROSTER OF COUNTY OFFICERS Among the names of those who have served the county in elective capacities are found those of many of the men who were the builders of the county, and a perusal of the list will revive memories of other days in the minds of citizens of today. During all of these years of the county's history there has been a uniform faithfulness in the discharge of the people's business and bondsmen for the respective officers have always been secure. Only a few instances have appeared in which, there have been adjustments necessary and these have been made without resort to criminal prosecution. In the following list we have endeavored to give the terms of service of the various officers, and as the task was an arduous one, there may be a few unimportant errors, but in the main the dates are correct. Those who have served in the various capacities are named as follows: County Commissioners 1837— Charles H. Bartlett (resigned Sept. 27), Matthias Mason, Solomon Norton, Sherman (Dec. 37). 1838— Solomon Norton, Ransom Steele, William Jackson. 1839— B. B. Brown, Gideon Colby, Robert G. White. 1840— B. B. Brown, R. G. White. Daniel W. P. Tower. 1841— R. G. White, D. W. P. Tower, Hosea B. Throop. 1842— D. w. P. Tower, H. B. Throop, Bela H. Tryon. 1843— H. B. Throop, B. H. Tryon, Andrew J. Hayward (after these three men were named three parallel streets in this city). 1844— Same as previous year. 1845— H. B. Throop, Andrew J. Hayward, William A. McConnell. 1846— H. B. Throop, William A. McConnell, Carlisle Hastings. 1847 and 1848—William A. McConnell, Carlisle Hastings, Dexter Barrows. County and Probate Judges Amory Thomas, 1839-40. Andrew J. Barnum, 40-1. Joel H. Johnson, 41-2. E. J. Smith, 42-8. Lindsey Joslyn, 48-9. Joseph Golder, 49-54. J. M. Strode, 54-8. Theodore D. Murphey, 58-62. William Kerr, 62-6. Lawrence S. Church, 66-70. Benjamin N. Smith, 70-82. Orson H. Gillmore, 82-90, 97-06. Charles H. Donnelly, 90-97 (resigned to accept circuit judgship.) David T. Smiley, 06-18. Charles P. Barnes, 18-26. Charles T. Allen, 26-36 (died in office.) Henry L. Cowlin, 36, (incumbent). County Clerks Hamilton Dennison, 1837. Joseph Wood, 37-9. Ziba L. Beardsley, 39-43. Joel H. Johnson, 43-48. Enos W. Smith, 48-53. Elam M. Lamb, 53-8, 62-5. William H. Stewart, 58-62. Marma Duke Hoy, 65-72. Peter Whitney, 72-82. William Avery, 82-94. George F. Rushton, 94-10. Guy E. Still, 1910-30. Raymond D. Woods, 1930-36 (incumbent). Circuit Clerks and Recorders Seth Washburn, 1837-8. Archimedes B. Wynkoop, 38-9. Isaac G. Wilson, 39-40. S. Wills, 40-4. Joel H. Johnson, 44-56. George T. Kasson, 56-60. Charles H. Russell, 60-4. Josiah Dwight, 64-8. John M. Southworth, 68-72. Austin Badger, 72-6. Erastus E. Richards, 76-85. Webster P. Morse, 85-96. George B. Richards, 96-04. Theodore Hamer, 1904-20. Charles F. Hayes, 1920-8. Will T. Conn, 1928-36 (incumbent). Sheriffs Henry B. Steele, 37-9. Andrew B. Cornish, 39-40. Christopher Walkup, 40-3. Henry M. Wait, 43-6. Thomas M. White, 46-9. Neill Donnelly, 49-51. John Brink, 51-3. Carlisle Hastings, 53-5. George W. Bentley, 55-7. John Eddy, 57-8. Edwin E. Thomas, 58-60, 64-6. Lewis Ellsworth, 60-2. Benjamin F. Church, 62-4. John M. Southworth, 66-8. Austin Badger, 68-72. Malachi Church, 72-6, 80-2. Daniel A. Stedman, 76-80. Asad Udell, 82-6, 90-4. George Eckert, 86-90, 94-8. Henry Keyes, 98-02. Monroe W. Lake, 1902-6. Charles Wandrack, 06-10, 14-18. Andrew H. Henderson, 10-14. Roy J. Stewart, 18-22. Lester Edinger, 22-6, 30-4. Cyrus Sanford, 26-30. Henry A. Nulle, 34-36 (incumbent). State's Attorneys Alonzo Huntington, 37-40. Edward G. Regan, 41-3. James Curtiss, 43-5. William A. Boardman, 45-9, Alonzo Platt, 49-50. P. W. Platt, 50-2. Amos B. Coon, 52-3, 61-3. M. M. Boyce, 53-7, 64-70. Edward S. Joslyn, 57-61. Charles Kellum, 70-3. Joseph P. Cheever, 73-6. Ira R. Curtiss, 77-84. Albert W. Young, 84-8. Adelbert B. Coon, 88-96. Vincent S. Lumley, 96-00, 16-24, 27-36 (incumbent). Lorenzo D. Lowell, 1900-8. David R. Joslyn, 08-16. Alford H. Pouse, 24-27 (resigned). Wm. M. Carroll, 36, incumbent. County Treasurers Andrew S. Wells, 37-8. Lewis W. Shanks, 38-40. Thomas R. Chunn, 40-3. S. S. Greenleaf, 43. Peter La Dow, 43-7. Joseph Golder, 47-8. James T. Pierson, 49-51. Charles McClure, 51-3. Gilbert B. Dake, 53-5. Abel W. Fuller, 55-7. Samuel Richardson, 57-9. William Hart, Jr., 59-63. Fred J. Mansfield, 63-7, Alexander S. Stewart, 67-75. James Nish, 75-86. William H. Stewart, 86-90. James B. Perry, 90-4. Henry Keyes, 94-8. Frank F. Axtell, 98-02. Emilus C. Jewett, 1902-6. William S. McConnell, 06-10, 18-22. Arthur R. Crissey, 10-14. Lynn W. Richards, 14-18. Roy J. Stewart, 22-6. Frank J. Hendricks, 26-30. Harry F. Peteit, 30-4. Lester Edinger, 34-36 (incumbent). Superintendents of Schools Carlisle Hastings, 41-4. Peter W. Deitz, 44-6. Major F. Irwin, 46-8. Phineas W. Platt, 48-50. Rev. Richard K. Todd, 50-4. M. F. Hutchinson, 54-6. Asa W. Smith, 56-60. Alvin Brown, 60-2. Theodore Mead, 62-4. Thomas R. Ercanbrack, 64-6. Adoniram J. Kingman, 66-70. Gardner S. Southworth, 70-4. William Nickle, 74-8. Albert W. Young, 78-82. S. D. Baldwin, 82 (died in 83). Henry R. Baldwin, 83-4. Lester Barber, 84-90. William E. Wire, 90-02. George W. Conn, Jr., 02-10. Addison M. Shelton, 10-22. Hattie C. Dake, 22-25 (died in office). Mrs. Ethel C. Coe. 25-36 (incumbent). County Surveyors C. E. Moore, 37-8. A. S. Barnes, 38-42. John Brink, 42-52, 56-84. William N. Willis, 84-8. Charles H. Tryon, 88-08 (died in office). Lester Barber, 08-12. Charles L. Tryon, 12-16. George L. Tryon, 16-36 (incumbent). Coroners Michael C. McGuire, 37-8. A. B. Cornish, 38-40. B. F. Bosworth, 40-2. Nathaniel Smith, 42-4. Neill Donnelly, 44-6. M. L. Huffman, 46-8. Jesse Slavin, 48-52. William Pratt, 52-4. C. H. Shapley, 54-8. William G. Smith, 58-60. B. A. Wade, 60-2. Perry W. Murphey, 62-4. Daniel Blair, 64-6. D. P. Conklin, 66-74. John W. Groesbeck, 74-6. William E. Smith, 76-7. John S. Cummings, 77-8. Howard L. Pratt, 78-80. William W. Cook, 80-4, 88-92. Charles E. Cook, 84-8, 92-6. Spencer O. Wernham, 96-00. Joseph S. Maxon, 1900-12-34. Charles O. Peck, 12-20. Dr. Emil Windmueller, 20-23. Edward H. Cook, 23-36 (incumbent). Chairmen of Supervisors Josiah H. Giddings, 50-1. Abraham Reynolds, 51-3. Alvin Judd, 53-4. William A. McConnell, 54-5, 67-76, 78-83. John Sibley, 55-6, 57-8. Samuel Richardson, 56-7. William M. Jackson, 58-9. Cornelius Lansing, 59-62. C. W. H. Card, 62-3. Thomas S. Huntley, 63-4. E. A. Thomas, 64-5. Peter W. Deitz, 65-6. S. K. Bartholomew, 66-7. Orson C. Diggins, 76-8. Ira R. Curtiss, 83-6. Herbert S. Williams, 86-8. Charles F. Dike, 88-9. Robert J. Beck, 89-91. George H. Garrison, 91-2. George B. Richards, 92-4. John H. Gracy, 94-6. Frank F. Axtell, 96-8. William A. Cristy. 98-00. F. E. Stevens, 1900-01. Luna E. Mentch, 02-5. James Lake, 05-8. Henry M. Turner, 08-9, 18-19. William Desmond, 09-11. Homer E. Whipple, 11-13. Fred I. Perkins, 13-15. Nahum Brotzman, 15-7. Louis B. Covell, 17-19. Delos M. Wright, 19-20. Stephen H. Freund, 20-1. Fred A. Walters, 21-2. Robert E. Haeger, 22-3. Alva H. Hale, 23-4. Ed. F. Kuecker, 24-5. Charles H. Ackman, 25-6. Harvey G. Durkee, 26-7. John Conley, 27-8. Frank B. McConnell, 28-9. Volney E. Brown, 29-30. Charles M. Palmer, 30-1. Louis A. Stockwell, 31-2. Earl C. Hughes, 32-3. John E. Harrison, 33-4. Nathan B. Clawson, 34-5. Paul Rosenthal, 35-6, John G. Stevens, 36 (incumbent). Judges of the Circuit Court Members chosen from McHenry county were as follows: Theodore D. Murphey, 62-78. Charles H. Donnelly, 97-20 (resigned because of ill-health). Edward D. Shurtleff, 21-36, (died in office). Masters in Chancery We have been unable to ascertain from the records who were the masters in chancery of the circuit court prior to 1882, but since that date they have been as follows: Amos B. Coon, 82-9. Merritt L. Joslyn, 89-98. Lorenzo D. Lowell, 98-00. Albert W. Young, 1900 (resigned because of illness after a few months of service). George W. Field, 1900-05. Calvin J. Hendricks, 05-16. Edwin H. Waite, 16-20. Arthur J. Mullen, 20-23. James F. Casey, 23-25. Fred B. Bennett, 25-7, 29-33. Floyd E. Eckert, 27-29. Henry L. Cowlin, 33-36. Members of The Legislature, Lower House McHenry county has been one of the several counties that have constituted the senatorial district since the organization of the county, and the major portion of the time has been associated with Boone and Lake counties in the 8th district. The following named residents of this county have represented us in the lower house of the Legislature since the organization of the county: Richard Murphy, 38-42. William M. Jackson, 42-6. James T. Pierson. 46-8. John F. Gray, 48-50. A. H. Nixon, 50-4. Westley Diggins, 54-6. Lawrence S. Church, 56-62. Thaddeus B. Wakeman, 62-4, 66-8. Merritt L. Joslyn, 64-6. Peter W. Deitz, 66-70. William A. McConnell, 70-2. Richard Bishop, 72-4. Ira R. Curtiss, 70-2. Flavel K. Granger, 74-82. Orson C. Diggins, 80-2. James Thompson, 80-2. Charles H. Tryon, 82-4. Gardner S. Southworth, 88-90. John C. Donnelly, 90-4, 98-00. Robert J. Beck, 90-6. Edward D. Shurtleff, 1900-20. James H. Vickers, 20-2. Charles H. Francis, 20-2. Roy J. Stewart, 24-6. Thomas A. Bolger, 28-36 (incumbent). William M. Carroll, 30-36. For length of service and for prominence in that body perhaps none of those mentioned exceeded Edward D. Shurtleff, who was speaker of the house during several sessions and acquired a record for square-dealing that made him a conspicuous figure and reflected great credit on an admiring constituency. For several years Mr. Shurtleff was one of the judges of court of this judicial circuit. State Senators: George Gage, 54-8. Cornelius Lansing, 62-6. Merritt L. Joslyn, 76-80. Ira R. Curtiss, 84-8. Flavel K. Granger, 96-00. Albert J. Olson, 08-16. Members of State Board of Equalization: William A. McConnell, 68-72. Orson C. Diggins, 72-6. Herbert S. Williams, 84-92. George W. Eldredge, 92-6. Constitutional Conventions McHenry county was represented in the constitutional convention of 1847 by John Sibley and Peter W. Deitz; in that of 1862 by Peter W. Jackson; and in that of 1870 by Lawrence S. Church. GEORGE ABBOTT Born May 30, 1820. Came to McHenry county from Ohio in 1844, located on an original claim from the government in the west part of McHenry township at or near the Greenwood line, on what is now Rt. 20. In those early years he and Squire A. C. Thompson built one of the first cheese factories in McHenry county, later converted to a butter factory. This was known as the Ostend factory and still stands on Route 20, now used as a garage. Mr. Abbott was interested in cattle and hog raising, breeding Polled Angus cattle, a black variety, raised for beef quality. Had three sons. Francis, died in 1908; Truman Adelbert, aged 86, lives with his daughter, Mrs. C. C. Clark, in Greenwood township, and Charles JT. Abbott of Woodstock. Died December 26. l889, PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth" Anniversary Edition BRIEF PARAGRAPHS REPRINTED FROM OLD FILES July, 1857 to 1858 Up to this point the compiler of this historical review has devoted considerable space to details of the first year of The Sentinel, during which time the ownership of the plant changed hands twice after its founding by Webb & Johnson, as it was the first year that the Republican party attained the dignity of a winning organization. In the review of the succeeding volumes we shall attempt to hit only the high spots in each succeeding week's narrative of the news, as lack of space and time forbids more minute elucidation. Our object is to delineate "the march of time" in an intelligent and graspable manner, and we crave the indulgence of our readers as we strive to do the job in a manner satisfactory to our thousands of interested readers. Volume two began on July 29, 1857, with the names of Franks & Son as the publishers and Josiah Dwight as editor, the same Josiah Dwight who was one of the pioneers of the region and one of its first businessmen. The paper was still a seven-column folio, with the first column devoted to an old-fashioned directory of professional and business houses. Street Improvements Petitions were presented to the village council for a sidewalk on the east side of Benton street, for the continuation of Benton street from the public square through to Clay street, for laying out a new street on the east side of the railroad on lands belonging to Otho Callahan, E. I. Smith, H. Trowbridge and Wm. Right, for abrogation of the east end of South street, for the construction of a sidewalk in front of lots on Washington street, and for the extension of Tryon street south from South street to the Woodstock and Dundee road. In noting opening of a new volume The Sentinel admitted the need of a newspaper at Marengo and that there had been three newspapers in Woodstock up to this time and thanked the public for generous patronage while asking still greater support in that line. Lawrence" S. Church and Charles M. Willard dissolved their law partnership. The third page was devoted almost exclusively to legal publications, many of them chancery notices and a large number of sheriff's sales as the people were suffering a deep depression. Crops were declared better than for many years, but it was feared that the surplus would result in much lower prices. This month was to determine the success or failure of the laying of the Atlantic cable, the first to be laid. The bakery deserted by Hall & Sears had been reopened by Dugall McVean, and it was hoped that he would be successful. Dean street was extended south across South street. Writing had been excluded from the public school, as "the rooms are too crowded for such an exercise and the desks too high." On Sept. 8 twenty feet were taken from the public square in order to widen Van Buren, Johnson and Cass streets. Aldermen Are Fined Village councilmen were fined $1 for being late or absent from meetings of the trustees. Messrs. Emms took over the bakery from Mr McVean. The old court house and jail was declared unsafe and quarters for prisoners were ordered prepared in the new building. Cyrus S. Dufield and Frances M. Sawyer were married on the 16th of September, she being the Grandma Lockwood who reached the age of more than 90 years. Calvin Pike, Dr. M. F. Irwin and George H. Griffing were chosen directors of the school district on Oct. 5. Allen Giles and Mary A. Wetherly were married on the 3rd of October. A meeting of local merchants was called to draft a more permanent system of trade. A Republican county convention was held on October 19, when candidates were selected as follows: County judge, T: D. Murphey; treasurer, S. Richardson; county clerk, W. H. Stewart; school commissioner, Alvin Brown. The Sentinel office was moved to a stand next door to the postoffice. The Republican ticket was successful at the county election, T. D. Murphey leading with a majority of 600 for county judge. There were only 11 members of the board of supervisors in attendance at their Nov. 16 meeting. Legal lights in Woodstock, among whom there had been many changes throughout the years, were named as follows: Church & Kerr, Joel H. and M. C. Johnson, M. L. Joslyn, Mr. Van-Winkle, T. D. Murphey, H. S. Hanchett, Asa W. Smith and Enos & Slavin. George L. Sherwood and Emily A. Wait were married on the 1st of December. Daniel T. Owen, the original Owen at McHenry, was killed by a runaway team in that village on the 12th, aged 80 years. Completing Court House The new court house was so nearly completed that the sheriff was occupying rooms therein and the other officers of the county would take their quarters during the week of the 21st of December. The estimated population of Chicago was 130,000. Up to Jan. 13, 1858, the weather had been so mild that it could not really be called winter. A new state's prison was being constructed just outside the city limits of Joliet. Owing to the stringency of the times, The Sentinel went onto a cash basis as to subscriptions. A new sidewalk, "with post and handrail," was ordered laid on the west side of Johnson street, in front of the court-house. It took more than a column of space in the Feb. 3, 1858, issue to tell about the new court house and appointments, completed and in use. Enos Sr. Swartwout opened a tannery "at the foot of Washington street." Charles M. Willard and J. H. Slavin formed a partnership in law. Timothy Crowley and others prayed for a sidewalk on the south side of Jackson street. J. C. Choate purchased from John S. Pierce four hogs that averaged 506 pounds and more that averaged 450 pounds. In March, 1858, a great scrap was on concerning the coming town election, and The Sentinel demanded moral and financial reform. The village total receipts and expenditures the past year were $1,419.10, and they were "in the red." Black rules were placed with an article telling about the death of Thomas H. Benton, celebrated Missouri statesman, for whom our Benton street was named. The firm of Mills & Dodge became Geo. F. Mills & Co., jewelers. In the issue of March 3, 1858, the name of Josiah Dwight disappeared from the editorial page, but no mention was made of his leave-taking. A beautifully executed lithographic map of the town of Woodstock had just been published, selling for $1. Frequently, the word Kansas headed editorials, showing that the question of the extension of slavery into that territory was troubling the public mind—a burning issue. Farmers Sell Grain In the issue of May 5 an article headed "There's a Good Time Coming" read as follows: "The farmers of McHenry county have apparently come to the conclusion that it will be better to send on their grain and pay their store and other indebtedness, than to held it for higher prices. Almost every day there are large freight trains going to Chicago, loaded principally with wheat. One firm in our town sent, on an average, thirty carloads per week, the most of which they have received on payment of debts for goods. This is right, if the farmers adhere to this plan, it will not be long before we hear of 'good times.'" The board of supervisors appointed Judge Murphey as their agent to go to Washington to look after the interests of the county in regard to swamp lands situated within the county, of which there were many great stretches. The Baptist church was in process of construction near the corner of Jefferson and Calhoun streets. A complete set of lightning rods were placed on the new court house. R. G. Schryver, grandfather of the present Austin sisters, purchased the furniture store of G. D. Greenleaf. The June 9 issue noted the copiousness of the rainfall terminating in a flood on the 3rd that washed out nearly every bridge in the county. The Republican state convention at Springfield on the 16th endorsed Abraham Lincoln for United States senator to succeed Stephen A. Douglas, whose term was to expire the following March. Arrangement had been made by the Marengo Journal to have The Sentinel sent to its subscribers the remainder of the year 1858, The Journal having quit the field. July 1858 to July 1859 Rev. R. K. Todd was engaged in a controversy with one "Accomac" concerning the attitude of the Presbyterian church towards slavery—and was it "hot stuff?" Allen Giles purchased the interest of his brother in the news depot. The Sentinel claimed a circulation of 1,200 copies. The Atlantic cable was successfully finished, July 29, 1858, and would be in use as soon as connected with land lines, and there was electrical connection between President Buchanan and Queen' Victoria, who exchanged congratulations over the new line as a great achievement in communication between the old and the new world. The Woodstock Democrat again made its appearance under new colors, evidently published by Donnelly, Baldwin and Austin. Miscellany and stories were banished from the first page of The Sentinel and more space was devoted to correspondence from readers, letters and news matter of a local nature. The new Baptist church was dedicated on Aug. 26. The Marengo Weekly Press made its appearance. The county fair was again established, to hold exhibitions Oct. 12 to 14. The Republicans nominated Lawrence S. Church for representative, E. E. Thomas for sheriff and W. G. Smith for coroner. The Democrats nominated Willson M. Jackson for representative and George Wooster for sheriff. A contract for the grading and fencing of the public square was let to George Tyler. The audience room of the court house was filled to overflowing on Oct. 6 to hear a speech by Congressman E. B. Washburne, candidate for re-election. L. S. Church, H. W. Blodgett, H. W. McLean, T. D. Murphey and other speakers were filling dates in the Republican campaign in all parts of the county. Sentinel Changes Owners On Nov. 10, 1858, J. W. Franks & Son (both Josephs) sold The Sentinel, materials, good-will and business, to A. E. and W. E. Smith, who took possession the following week as editors and proprietors and made their united bow. In announcing the sale, Franks & Son said: "Messrs. A. E. and W. E. Smith come to us well recommended, as young men of energy and perseverance, and The Sentinel, while under their control, will advocate, as earnestly as ever, the great principles of human liberty and justice embodied in the platform of the Republican party." The Franks had been in possession for 18 months. More attention was to be paid to local matters by the new editors. Evidently the Smiths were newcomers to the village, but later each held the office of postmaster and was influential in political and other matter pertaining to the community and the state. The Republican state ticket was elected in November by about 5,344 majority for the head of the ticket, with congressman and county officers ail Republican, after a hectic campaign. A little more than 3,000 votes were cast by all parties in the county. Lincoln seemed to have been defeated for United States senator. A plea was made for wood on subscription, as cold weather prevailing quickly reduced the pile of such fuel. Query: "What is the matter with the Presbyterian church clock? Ever since we have been denizens of this place that clock has pointed to the same hour. The world moves, but the time, according to that clock, never! We hope the proper officers will take the necessary steps to have the only public time-piece in the town placed in good order." That clock was in the old brick church on Jefferson street, now used by the Dacy Lumber Co. Penitentiary at Alton The sheriff was taking prisoners from this county to the penitentiary at Alton. Special mention was made of the large piles of wood that were being placed along the railroad tracks, as the engines all used wood those days for fuel. Buffalo robes and snow shoes were in order, as winter had set in in earnest, said the paper of Dec. 1, 1858. Chickens were a drug on the market at 8 and 10 cents apiece.' Hand sleighing down Griffing's and Burying Ground Hill was furnishing pleasure for the children and some of their elders. And there was good skating on the ice fields just east of the village. Sealy & Medlar were the proprietors of the photograph gallery in Excelsior block over Fuller's store where J. S. Medlar continued for many years. Advertisements specially mentioned in the issue of Dec. 22: A. W. Tappan & Co., J. F. Hatch & Co., Neill Donnelly, B. Carter & Son, J. H. Durfee, Bunker & Austin, J. M. Harper, A. H. Sellers, R. G. Schryver, Baldwin & Stone (only drug store in town), W. E. Rose, Harper & Parsons and J. D. Saunders. The first train of cars which ever departed from the West Division of Chicago for the East, left on the morning of the 25th of December, carrying United States mail to the seaboard. Local news was rapidly increasing in quantity under the new make-up of the paper—a feature that was sadly lacking in the previous two years. The committee appointed for the purpose had selected permanent fair grounds on lands just east of town, owned by I. C. Trowbridge, and there the fairs were held for more than 50 years. Read This One Five marriage notices were published in this issue, with the comment added: "We publish the above, not because we consider ourselves under any obligation t0 do so, but out of courtesy to the officiating clergymen who handed them in for publication. When the justice officiates free of charge, the clerk furnishes the certificate gratis, and the clergyman receives nothing for his benediction, we shall be willing to insert marriage notices without remuneration, but not till then. The above couples are the last 'dead heads' we shall publish." How's that for high? Senator Douglas was re-elected by the Legislature, defeating Lincoln by 54 to 46 on joint ballot. Excitement was created by the discovery of gold at Pike's Peak—that was in 1859—and many started for the field in all sorts of conveyances and with much hardship along the way. Charles Parsons and Isabella Harper were married on Jan. 17, 1859. The next national election (1860) was attracting the attention of newspapers and the people, for it was to be a momentous one. Rev. R. K. Todd had decided to institute an institution of learning about the first of the coming April and the item stated that he "at present Instructs a select class at his residence." The Woodstock Musical union proved to be a failure. An Episcopal church, named St. John's, was organized in Woodstock and a hunt was being made for a rector for the same. Martin Haas was erecting an icehouse on the little lake east of town to furnish the people with "pure ice equal to that from Crystal Lake." Oregon was admitted to the Union, the vote of the house being 114 to 103. Item: "No bottom to the mud in our public thoroughfares can be reached with anything shorter than a ten-foot pole!" Newspapers Scrapping There was a scrap on between The Sentinel and The Democrat in which some strange and sulphuric language was used. James Tower and Emma J. Gates were married on April 26. Speaking of the work that was being done on the public square, the paragrapher said that "we hope that measures will be taken for planting around it a number of trees, which in course of time would add much, to the looks of the square." That was prophetic of the umbrageous trees that now abound, to the delight of all citizens. The commissioners were ordered to open South, street according to the village plat. Three of the village trustees were authorized to purchase not less than 10 nor more than 20 acres of land within one mile of the village limits for a cemetery—which was probably the present Oakland. Rhubarb, a new plant, was just being brought into the market in Woodstock. It was originated in England "and is deserving of particular notice and general cultivation." Root & Hutching, two young men, opened a new meat market in the village. The Smiths, editors of The Sentinel, were sued for libel by the publishers of The Democrat. The campaign was furious between these two offices. Vol. 4—Aug. 3, 1859, to July 25, I860 The Sentinel declared itself "the only paper in McHenry county," since its last competitor, The Democrat, died a natural death on July 17, and The Sentinel published a heartless obituary that was very touching. It had lived to the fifth year, and "was regretted by none," the paper said. The size of the type was reduced much with the beginning of the issue of Aug. 17, especially the local news department. Cummins & Lemmers were doing the carpenter work on the new brick school house that was being erected at Greenwood. Every month in the year up to this one (September) there had been a showing of frost and its work. The paper said: "Altogether we are having a hard run with the frost and the drouth." Peter Martin and Wealthy A. Tanner were married on Sept. 4, and Enos W. Smith and Charlotte A. Davis on the same day. Fire broke out in the building on the southwest corner of the square, occupied by James McMahon as a grocery, and several other families. The blaze was extinguished with only $300 damage. It originated in a barrel of tobacco. Republican nominees for county officers: Treasurer, Wm. Hart, Jr.; school commissioner, Alvin Brown; surveyor. John Brink. The eighth McHenry county fair was attended by 3,000 people and took in $1,000. There was an excursion on the C. & N. W. railway to Oshkosh, Wis., on the completion of the line to that place. The Democrats nominated Elam M. Lamb for treasurer, Asa W. Smith for school commissioner and Adam Given for surveyor. Ladies Wear Bloomers Item: "Bloomers — On Thursday morning we saw on the fair grounds two females with 'breeches' on. We think that any lady who saw them must be effectually cured of any ambition in that direction." "Time marches on!" At the township election on Oct. 10, William Walkup, Jesse Slavin and A. W. Fuller were elected trustees, each by one majority. All Republican county officers were elected on Nov. 8 by majorities ranging from 247 for Hart for treasurer to 936 for Brink for surveyor. Hartland gave a Democratic majority of 238, and there were less than 200 voters in the township. It was reported that the previous June, Benjamin Hanaford, although 83 years of age, walked eight miles and hoed 1,000 hills of corn in one day, and in October following he dug 1,000 hills of "spuds," picked them up and carried most of them in. The editor was begging to have some one bring in a turkey for Thanksgiving and two were brought in by R.'W. Rouse. Woodstock had only three church edifices and five were needed. The Methodists were talking of building. "Old John Brown" was to be hung on Dec. 2 in the Old Dominion. His (Continued from page five) MAIN STREET PICTURES The above is a picture of the buildings which were located on Main street where the Olgadon Restaurant and Schmidt's Market are now located. THE WAVERLY HOTEL The above is a picture of the old Waverly Hotel which stood on Main street on the site now occupied by the Slavin & Merwin furniture and undertaking establishment. The Waverly was a popular hostelry in the years before it was destroyed by fire forty odd years ago. W. H. "Harry" Hobbs was the last manager of this popular hostelry. We can almost imagine that we can recognize Harry in the picture. For More Than Half a Century Thorne's Has Served the Buying Public. Charles F. Thorne, the founder of Thorne & Son,, was born April 19, 1848, at Tunbridge, Vermont, where he was raised on a farm. On Sept. 22, 1872, he was married at Sharon, Vt., to Flora A. Hunt, also a native of Vermont. In 1883 Mr. Thorne moved with his family to Woodstock, Illinois, where he soon afterwards purchased the boot and shoe business of E. C. Jewett. This store was located in the Murphy block on Benton street, on the east side of the public square, where the business has continued without interruption in the same location up to the present time. Mr. Thorne gave close application to business, devoting long hours and a careful study to the problems of meeting the needs of his customers. He soon added to his stock of goods a complete line of men's clothing and furnishings and by square dealing and reasonable prices built up a prosperous and successful business. In the years that followed Mr. Thorne brought his son, William S. Thorne, into the business with himself and the firm name was changed to Thorne & Son, as it has continued ever since. The father died Jan. 22, 1925. After more than half a century in business at one location, the name Thorne & Son has become closely associated with fine clothing, shoe's, hats, shirts, underwear and men's furnishings and is now a household word in Woodstock and throughout McHenry county. With the changing world of styles and modes this popular firm has attained a position in the minds of the buying public symbolizing stability, square dealing, quality merchandise, reasonable prices and friendly service. In Woodstock when men want to buy clothing, a new hat, shirts, shoes or other wearing apparel, they naturally go to Thorne's, where they have dealt for years. Likewise the wives and mothers go to Thorne's, where they know they will receive helpful suggestions and courteous service in the selection of whatever they may be seeking to buy for their men. The quality of the goods is dependable, the service is friendly and the prices are as low as good merchandise will permit. That's why Thorne's has always been a favorite place to trade. That's why Thorne's is not alone a place to trade, but is recognized as an institution of service in Woodstock. CHARLES F. THORNE [photo] WILLIAM S. THORNE [photo] Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE FIVE (Continued from page four) offense was in opposing slavery, and "his soul went marching on." The postoffice named Romeo, in this county, was discontinued. Editors In Court The Sentinel editors were tried in justice court for assault in removing an objectionable individual from their office, and the trial proved "a travesty of justice." Mr. Kellogg and Squire Bunker had erected large and fine residences, one of brick, and John J. Murphy a fine frame dwelling "at the head of Judd street." A. W. Cumins was teaching phonography (shorthand) at $4 for twelve lessons. He was a veteran of the Civil war later and in 1879-80 was editor of the New Era in Woodstock. Mercury reached 25 below on Jan. l, 1860. "The Woodstock Parsonage Institute," managed by Rev. R. K. Todd, was destroyed by fire, with a loss of $3,000. A donation was made to the loser within a few days to help him recoup his loss. T. D. and F. S. Murphey dissolved partnership as a law firm on the 23rd. The Sentinel adopted steam as the motive power for its presses on Feb. 13, 1860, "the first steam printing in Woodstock." Feb. 22 was the 138th anniversary of Washington's birth, "which, we trust, ere long, will become a national holiday," said the paper. Fires had been numerous for six weeks and incendiary work was suspected. The last fire of the group was just south of the old Rat-Hole, and there were three buildings destroyed on Main street. Governor William H. Bissell died in the governor's residence in Springfield on March 18. The Sentinel put the names of William H. Seward and Cassius N. Clay at the head of its columns for president and vice-president to be named by the Republicans. The paper was urging that McHenry county be 'honored in the selection of a candidate' for Congress in the person of Lawrence S. Church, which has been done but once in 80 years. Most of the Dorr township officers elected on April 3 were Democrats, headed by Ira Slocum as supervisor. All of the village officers elected were also Democrats, headed by Neill Donnely as president. Richard Yates, Sr., was nominated for governor at Decatur by the Republican convention. Lincoln Nominated Lincoln and Hamlin were nominated in May at the Chicago convention for president and vice-president—Lincoln on the third ballot receiving 354 votes of the 486 possible in the convention and Hamlin on the second ballot. The Sentinel issued extras during the convention. The circulation of The Sentinel was claimed at 1,104 copies. The Democrats were badly split in their fight for president and two tickets had been nominated, one headed by Douglas and Johnson and the other by Breckenridge and Lane. The Sentinel was reduced in price to $1.25 per year for subscriptions. The McHenry county Republicans in session declared for Lawrence S. Church as their candidate for congressman. July, 1860 to 1861 The Chicago Times was purchased by C. H. McCormick, the great reaper man. E. B. Washburn was nominated for congressman at the Rockford Republican convention, defeating Lawrence S. Church, of Woodstock, and several other candidates. The Woodstock Light Guards were organized, with L. D. Kelly as captain, and the Wide Awake club was organized, all in anticipation of the coming Civil war. The census marshal, Dr. M. B. Baldwin, estimated the population of Woodstock at 1,500, Marengo at 1,150, and the population of the county at 23,000. Cassius M. Clay, eloquent Kentucky Republican, was billed to speak at Woodstock on Aug. 31. Someone stole The Sentinel's flag from its staff in the night hours, while Congressman Washburne was addressing a mass meeting in town. Kerosene "the beautiful oil" was fast taking precedence over all other articles in the way of light. A. W. Cumins had a severe fall while working on a barn for Thomas Whitson. Burlingame & Salisbury was the name of a new firm at No. 2 Phoenix block, selling dry goods, etc. About 500 Wide Awakes were expected to participate in the Cassius M. Clay parade on the night of Aug. 31. Frank Church bought out Wm. E. Rose's harness shop. Woodstock entertained about 8,000 people on the occasion of the visit of Cassius M. Clay to the city on Aug. 31, and there was a great torchlight parade. Amos B. Coon was nominated for prosecuting attorney of the 13th judicial district. About 300 passengers were drowned by the collapse of the "Lady Elgin" in Lake Michigan on the 8th of September. Democratic Douglas nominations for county officers: Representative, Richard Bishop; circuit clerk, Joel H. Johnson; sheriff, Carlisle Hastings; coroner, Henry B. Burton. Republican nominations: Representative, L. S. Church; clerk, Chas. H. Russell; sheriff, Lewis Ellsworth; coroner, Benjamin W. Wade. Rev. G. C. Lyon was the new pastor of the of the M. E. church. Lincoln Elected The paper contained two full columns of "hurrah"—cuts of all sorts—celebrating the election of Lincoln in November, 1860. He had a majority of 28 over all in electoral votes; 17 states had majorities for Lincoln, 11 for Breckenridge, 2 for Bell and 1 for Douglas. On Dec. 5, in an editorial, it was stated that "every state in the South threatens to secede unless their candidate is chosen president. "If they are in earnest, let them do it now," said the paper. And states in the South were moving along that line. H. H. Hildreth succeeded B. S. Patty as proprietor of the Woodstock house. Buchanan's last message to Congress was published in full, and The Sentinel, in an editorial, said: "We congratulate ourselves that this is the last message (for four years at least) that will emanate from the chief magistrate of this nation, in which reason is insulted; humanity outraged, and common sense defied in order to bolster up and defend the 'inquitous system of human slavery." Item: "During the past week we have printed checks for the use of business men in this and other towns of the county, representing change to the amount of $600, and more are still wanted. They are a great convenience." This illustrates the stress to which the business men were put in the matter of money. The Methodists were complaining that their church was not large enough to accommodate the crowds under the ministry of Rev. Lyon and a new church was needed. The new bell in the Baptist church, under the ministry of Rev. Lyon, was louder than the school bell, but it was not satisfactory and a new bell had been ordered. It was disclosed that there were more slaves than whites in the states of South Carolina, Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. The popular vote in the 1860 election was but a trifle more than 4,000,000, of whom Lincoln received 1,786,480, Douglas 1,354,423, and the rest for Breckenridge and Bell. We were in the midst of exciting times—an explosion in the president's cabinet, position of Major Anderson at Sumter, secession conventions at Charleston and other places, and doings in the Illinois legislature. All pointed to the beginning of hostilities with arms. Flag Fired On The American flag was fired upon by South Carolina troops, Jan. 9, 1861. There was argument on both sides of the question of abrogating the village charter, the proponents claiming it would save taxes. The United States senate voted 36 to 16 on the question of admitting Kansas to the Union. The population of Illinois was 1,723,633. Diphtheria, "a new and strange disease," was creating havoc in many homes, there being many victims all over the county. With corn selling at only 20 cents, there was big profit in raising pork at $5.50 to $6 per hundred. On account of an infection of the throat, Rev. R. K. Todd was talking of resigning his pastorate in the Presbyterian church, where he had served for 13 years. It was to his credit that he had constructed the new brick church. There was agitation as to the need for a new school house, the old one being declared to be "too uncomfortable," and a mass meeting had been called to consider the matter. A wild cat was killed near Marengo that measured three feet and eight inches. There had been 30 deaths, mostly of children, during the past winter near Crystal Lake, diphtheria being responsible. Jeff Davis Inaugurated Jefferson Davis was inaugurated as president of the Confederate States of America on Feb. 18, 1861, and he had appointed part of his cabinet and some other government officials. A bill to incorporate the Woodstock university passed both houses of the Legislature, Several attempts to assassinate President-elect Lincoln were encountered as he traveled on his way to take the office. The official electoral vote announced was: Lincoln, 180; Breckenridge, 72; Bell. 39; Douglas, 13. Lincoln was peacefully inaugurated present of the United States on Mar. 4, 1861. On March 25 the people of the school district voted 80 to 18 to construct a new school house, using a loan, bonds and tax to raise the money. There was sort of a bank panic throughout the country, and 31 Illinois banks were "thrown out." Abraham E. Smith was appointed postmaster of Woodstock, and announced that he would conduct the office in connection with his duties as editor of The Sentinel. The salary of the postoffice job was about $650 to $800. It was stated that "shinplasters have had their day" etc. M. L, Joslyn was elected village president, J. B. Church, police magistrate; C. B. Durfee, treasurer; H. Hathaway, constable and collector; for repeal of the charter, 45 for and 10 against; trustees, Charles Crawford, Geo. H. Griffing, John C. Choate, A. S. Johnson, L. H. Davis and A. W. Fuller. President Lincoln issued his call for 75,000 volunteers and gave the rebels 20 days to disperse in, and it was said that 500,000 would answer the call within 10 days. So the war was about to commence, the paper of April 17 announced. Fort Sumter had surrendered to the rebels, according to a special from Charleston. The new postmaster, Abraham E. Smith, took his office on April 16. Woodstock Light Guards The Woodstock Light Guards were the second company in the state to volunteer for service under Lincoln's call, and they were listed as follows: L. D. Kelly, capt., D. C. Joslyn 1st Lt., James A. Rider, Frank Wheeler, Wm. B. Austin, G. A. Austin, John Brown, Peter Brasso, A. W. Cumins, Bela Darrell, John Day, W. M. Friend, Mark Hathaway, Frank Hanaford, L. H. Jones, James McCawley, John Mullen, A. G. Murphy, B. B. Reynolds, Wm. Sherman, Jacob Samler, Wm. H. Sanford, Fred Smith, Gilman Chase, Phineas H. Kerr, L. S. Church, Andrew J. Ingersol, Asa W. Smith, Job Hewlahd, R. K. Todd, Thomas Noonan, August Hildebrant, J. D. Short, F. H. Fowler, J. K. Sanborn, Albert Webb, Wm. Love, Martin Fritsch, L. H. S. Barrows, Frank McGuire, Morris Dickerson, Joseph A. Bird, Washington Newman, Newman Ellsworth, Isaac C. Perkins, E. E. Richards, James Weaver, Walter Ames, Robert C. St. Clair, Charles M. Ross, A. M. Kent, C. H. Fairchild, Stephen Van Camp, John Nemore, James Gallager, Wm. W. Wills, C. D. Ramsay, Fred Horn, Harvey T. H. Fry, J. B. Wayne, George W. Noble, Geo. H. Evans, Andrew Lascelle, L. P. Shelley, Albert T. Delong, Samuel Mallory, Charles Irish, David L. Groat, Francis Sullivan, D. M. Howland, G. T. Freeman, G. T. Freeman, C. N. Howland, Robert Wheeler, Sylvester Rice, Joseph Miner, A. F. Salisbury, C. L. Church, Dewey Thompson, Ebenezer D. Calkin, Daniel Barrows. Public Donations Thirty-four leading citizens contributed from $50 down to $5 for the volunteers, the total being about $850. They were expected to be called out within a week, and left on May 11 for camp. The Sentinel had leased a brick building at No. 8 Phoenix block for a term of years, to use the same for an office and the postoffice. Wm. B. Astor, New York millionaire, gave the government $4,000,000 and offered to loan the government eleven million more to aid in prosecuting the war. McHenry county Republicans offered Theodore T. Murphey as a candidate for circuit judge, but he was not successful in the convention that succeeded. Another Company Organized The Woodstock Rifles were organized, with M. L. Joslyn as captain, Wm. H. Stewart and O. S. Johnson as lieutenants and a full company of men. They were sent to Freeport with nine other companies on May 15. The McHenry county board of supervisors appropriated $3,000 to each of the companies from McHenry county, they being from Woodstock, Algonquin and Marengo-Riley-Union. Willis ("otherwise A. W. Cumins) was contributing interesting letters from the seat of war, as were several other Woodstock soldiers. Stephen A. Douglas died, after "a long illness, on June 3, and the column rules of the paper were turned. Two Sentinel printers—Marcus D. Giles and Albert T. DeLong—-enlisted for service in the war. Plenty of War News The paper each week was full of war news from all fronts, and local matters were somewhat neglected. All kinds of money, called "stump-tail," were quoted at $1 down to 40 cents on the dollar. On June 13 the last rail was laid on the railroad on the Kenosha division. Medlar added photography to daguerrian business in his gallery. Congressman Washburne, as the oldest congressman in Washington, swore in the new speaker of the house. The disastrous defeat of the Union army at Fairfax Station was reported. July, 1861 to 1862 Paper was full of war news, mostly defeats for the Union army. Mac Church sold his livery stable at the Exchange hotel to Van Curen & Bowman, the former his brother-in-law. Willis was writing from St. Charles, Mo., where the 15th Illinois/ McHenry county-volunteers, was-encamped, having been the second-company to go from this county. The Woodstock Rifles were ready to go to the war, and a cavalry com- (Continued on page six) WINTER SCENE ON MAIN STREET The above is a winter scene on Main street taken following a big snow storm. On the left is a building which stood where the Miller Theatre is now located, while in the center you can see the trees which still stand in front of the Kappler property. The building with the two chimneys is the old passenger depot, which now serves as a freight depot. HALL & ECKERT Lumber, Coal and General Building Materials Woodstock, Ill. TELEPHONE 158 WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition Page Six RUMBLINGS POINT THAT A CIVIL WAR WAS IN MAKING (Continued From Page Five) pany was urged in order to get more volunteers. A new Union paper was started in Woodstock, with one Hodder in charge, who later was a Kane county publisher. Two preachers in Woodstock were trying to crush The Sentinel. The McHenry county cavalry was in camp at St. Charles, Ill. Democrats and Republicans called a union convention to nominate candidates for county officers. Watrous & Gates were conducting a hardware store in Excelsior block. The Woodstock Democrat expired on Sept. 24. The roster of the Woodstock Rifles was published in the Oct. 9 issue. The railroad had been extended to Appleton, Wis., 20 miles from Green Bay. Troops Pass Through Wisconsin and Minnesota troops passed through Woodstock on their way to the front. The Woodstock Rifles were reported in trouble and their dissolution was threatened, because of the actions of their captain, who was later vindicated of all charges of misconduct. At the union county convention Wm. Kerr was nominated for county judge, Wm. Hart, Jr., for treasurer, Theo. Mead for school commissioner and Wm. M. Jackson for delegate to the constitutional convention. M. W. Hunt bought out the lumber business of E. A. and J. J. Murphy. Edgar Richards, aged 22, a member of the band of the 15th Illinois, brother of E. E. Richards, gave his life for his country, dying of fever, and his funeral was from the Baptist church, according to the paper of Nov. 6. The entire union county ticket was elected at the election on Nov. 5, without opposition. John B. Brown, of the Light Guards, died at Warsaw, Mo., on Oct. 31, of typhoid fever, the second McHenry county victim of the pro-slavery rebellion. The first snow fell on Nov. 23. M. D. Hoy, of Alden, advertised for "lost heifers." Letters that were sent out from the Woodstock postoffice for the quarter ending Dec. 31, 1861, numbered 7,322. The captain of the Woodstock Rifles was being tried by court martial. The sleighing prevailing had never before been equalled. Home on Furloughs Ten members of the 15th Illinois were home on furloughs, among them Bela Darrell. Three children of J. C. Button died of diphtheria. There were Good Templars organizations all over the county and they were very active, appearing in every paper. An express was organized by The Sentinel for the purpose of delivering papers at Belden, Union, Huntley, Harmony, Coral and Marengo, leaving Woodstock at 10 every Wednesday morning. Interesting letters from the front were being received, and the deaths of McHenry county men were appalling, to say nothing of the wounded. Results of the township elections were mixed, as all parties were more or less disorganized because of the war. M. L. Joslyn, from the Rifles of the 36th Illinois, was home from the front because of ill health, and Capt. Harley Wayne was among the fallen. The rebels were attempting to draw the Union troops further South in the hope that yellow fever would decimate their ranks. On May 5, 1862, the village board levied a tax of two and one-half mills to pay for the new cemetery and fixed saloon licenses at $50 per year. J. J. Philbrick opened a new dry goods store next to the postoffice. Farmers reported that they had plenty of help, despite the war. A mail route was established between Belden and Ostend, via Woodstock, with A. Martin as carrier. Holmes & Martin took over the drug store at No. 1 Excelsior block. Throupe & Falvey were in town, purchasing horses for the government. Editor Abraham E. Smith left for a trip to Washington and said: "Any lack of interest in the editorial conduct of The Sentinel for the next few weeks may therefore be attributed to this fact!" July, 1862 to July, 1863 T. D. Murphey announced himself a candidate for circuit judge. Item: "$100—this is the sum in cash paid to every volunteer on being mustered into the service of the U. S.— more than a man makes clear from a whole year's work as a farm hand." Colonel Lansing, of Marengo, was elected for the third time as chairman of the board of supervisors. Lieut. A. H. Sellers, 36th Ill., returned home, having resigned his position in Co. H. Recruiting was going on at a lively rate, the prospect of a draft having enlivened enlistments. A terrible tornado passed through southeastern McHenry county on the 4th of July, with four lives lost and $30,000 damage done. Franklinville and Marengo were hard hit. Lincoln announced that he was opposed to arming freed slaves into the Union army. More Companies Organized Wm. H. Stewart was organizing a company for the war, he to be captain of the same. Assessors of the county were getting the names of those liable and eligible for the draft, which began on Sept. 3. Theodore D. Murphey was elected circuit judge by 98, majority, the counties of McHenry and Boone being for him and DeKalb for Amos B. Coon. Capt. Charles H. Tryon's company of the 95th Illinois was composed almost entirely of members of the Order of Good Templars. William E. Smith's name was deleted from the head of the editorial page of The Sentinel, leaving A. E. Smith to go it alone, as W. E. had enlisted for service in the 124th Illinois as adjutant. McHenry county Republicans in convention decided on John F. Farnsworth as their candidate for congressman, and he was nominated at the convention at Marengo on Oct. 1. Soldiers Want Onions Item: "The Soldiers Want Onions— The Chicago Sanitary Commission wants onions for the soldiers. Won't the farmers of McHenry county send in a lot? Remember the freight costs nothing." The members of the 95th regiment were paid off and it was expected they would pass through Woodstock for the seat of war the following Monday, but their relatives and friends here were disappointed. The editor announced that no more apples were wanted on subscription, but wood, oats, butter, eggs, etc., would be acceptable. The Methodists were seriously considering erecting a new church, but they finally purchased from the Baptists their edifice for $1,500, and the Baptists were to hold services in the hall over Stone's drug store. Daniel T. Ring opened a shoe shop in Woodstock, for repairing. B. F. Church was elected sheriff, P. W. Murphey coroner and T. B. Wakeman to the Legislature, by the Republicans. Lincoln's last order to Major General McClellan was: "Get out." The railroad had been completed to Green Bay, Wis.—250 miles. J. H. Hodder announced that the Woodstock Union had been consolidated with The Sentinel and had ceased to exist as an entity, leaving only one newspaper in the county. Colonel Farnsworth defeated Neill Donnelly for congressman—12,612 to 4,785. Erastus Richards took over the old Woodstock meat market. Colonel Farnsworth was made a brigadier general. A genuine omnibus appeared in Woodstock for the Woodstock house. Roster 95th Regiment Complete muster rolls of all McHenry county companies in the 95th Illinois appeared in the paper, the captains named being Charles H. Tryon, James Nish, William Avery, Jason B. Manzer, Edward J. Cook, John Eddy and William H. Stewart. The subscription price of The Sentinel had been raised to $1.50 per year, due to the advance in the price of commodities. Married, Jan. 1, 1863, Oscar F. Dufield and Francena Frame. The Elgin battery—Lts. Caleb Rich and W. W. Paine—from Woodstock, had left for the South on the 10th of January, 1863. There were many mourning families in McHenry county as a result of the terrific battle at Murfreesboro. Captain Tryon came home from the front with a wound in the left arm. Abraham E. Smith sent a fine write-up of his trip to Washington. At a special election on June 17, McHenry county voted against the new constitution, by 2,000 majority and the vote of the state was 17,000 against it. John S. Medlar and M. Louise Dake were married on June 18, 1862. Joslyn & Slavin formed a partnership for the practice of law. Letters From War Front The whole front page of the paper was devoted to letters from the war. Drs. Davis and Northrop took over the drug store in the Excelsior block. James L. Martin, last editor of the defunct Democrat, died in Michigan, Mar. 15. Many soldiers who had fallen at the front or had died in hospitals were brought back to McHenry county for burial. William Kerr defeated Ira Slocum for village president and the trustees elected were R. G. Schryver, Geo. N Sherwood, Elam M. Lamb, E. E Thomas, T. F. Johnson and G. B. Watrous. Capt, C. H. Tryon was vindicated for the manner in which he left the service. Martin Haas was constructing a two-story frame building on the square, which induced the paper to say: "There ought to be no more frame buildings erected on the public square," as brick was thought to be safer construction. Oakland, the new cemetery, was being put into shape, ready for occupancy. A. W. Cumins was home from the war on a furlough. He had written many interesting letters while serving with the 15th Illinois, and was going to return. Amos B. Coon was appointed provost marshal for the district. William E. Smith, wounded, came home from the war. Much money was being raised and donated to the soldiers at the front in every part of the county. Woodstock celebrated the 4th of July in great shape. 1863-1866 Provost Marshal Coon stated that there were 2,053 persons in McHenry county subject to do military duty, all between 20 and 35 years of age, and all unmarried persons between 35 and 45 years. Everywhere except in Virginia the Union armies were driving the rebels, who were beginning to collapse at various points. Copper cents were greatly needed by the merchants, who were using postage stamps for change. Mercury stood at 102 in the shade on Aug. 16, and there was a slight frost on the 24th. William E. Smith left to rejoin his regiment at Vicksburg, having recovered from his wounds, which were not severe. John Bunker advertised that he wanted to sell out his stock and goodwill. Dr. B. A. Wade, former coroner, moved his office from Chemung to Woodstock. Rev. W. A. Cross was the new Methodist minister for Woodstock and Belden (Franklinville). Work of raising another cavalry company in Woodstock was progressing finely. Lindsey Joslyn, father of F. C, D. C. and M. L. Joslyn, died in Elgin on Oct. 1, having formerly lived in Woodstock. The total receipts of the county fair were $750, and it was thought that was good. More Volunteers Called President Lincoln called for 300,000 volunteers, and McHenry county citizens got busy enlisting. Capt. A. B. Coon, provost marshal, had arrested 48 deserters and sent them back to their regiments. The issue of the Nov. 4 election was "Union vs. Copperheadism." The Chicago Sanitary commission was asking for cabbages and pickles for the soldiers in the fields and camps. The loyalty of county citizens was shown by the election results, with 100 Union and no Copperhead votes in Grafton, 73 Union and 2 copperhead in Dunham, 148 Union and 2 copperhead in Chemung. Total county vote: 1,870 Union and 568 copperhead. Uriah Cottle, veteran old resident, one of the first settlers in the Ridgefield vicinity, died on Nov. 21, 1863. The county board of supervisors was contemplating offering a bonus to avoid the draft in McHenry county and fixed the amount at $100— "enough to buy a farm," the paper said. On Dec. 3 Allen Dufield and Mustoe Given, both deacons in the Presby terian church, passed away. Both were old-timers. John Kerr, father of William Kerr, prominent lawyer, died on the 13th, aged 78 years. Dr. O. S. Johnson, brother of Joel H. and M. C. Johnson, died on t he 1Sth. He was postmaster under Presidents Pierce and Buchanan. On Jan. 6, 1864, the Fox River Valley railroad was covered with drifts, and no attempts were being made to open traffic. Donation parties for the preachers of the community were common events, and nice sums were raised to keep them fed and clothed. Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, California and Oregon voters indicated a desire for a renomination for President Lincoln. Five-sixth of the converts at the M. E. church revival, "as usual at all revivals" were females. "Old Hank" McLean had enlisted in the army, despite his age. He was a character in the political affairs of the county. P. M. Haas, one of Napoleon's veterans, father of Martin Haas, died on Jan. 26, aged 72 years. Hon. A. H. Nixon, former representative in the Legislature, died at Ringwood. A military ball, in honor of the 36th infantry and 8th cavalry members who were home on furlough, was held on Feb. 12, with tickets at $2. Business at the local railroad station had totaled $1,400 during January. First National Bank The First National bank was organized with a capital of $50,000, the directors being Neill Donnelly, M. F. Irwin, L. S. Church, C. B. Durfee, A. W. Fuller and Joel H. Johnson with Durfee as cashier, and there were rumors of another bank starting soon. A great number of the boys in blue were home on furloughs. Daniel Tripp opened a harness shop in February. F. C. Joslyn and Wm. Hill were licensed as auctioneers. Many local citizens were starting for the gold fields in Idaho. Property assessed for taxation decreased from $3,876,000 in 1862 to $3,343,802 in 1863, as the holders were fearing increased taxes. Another Bank Started The Second National bank was organized by W. A. McConnell, P. C. Teeple, T. D. Murphy, A. P. Wells, J. Walkup, M. L. Joslyn, Dr. P. W. Murphey and Dr. B. A. Wade. Malachi Church and Lorraine Harper were married on Feb. 18, it being Church's second experience. Deaths from consumption (not called tuberculosis then) were numerous. The 8th Illinois cavalry passed through Chicago mi route from Washington, D. C, with about 150 McHenry county men in the bunch. The farmers commenced sowing seed the last days of March, 1864. Re-enlisted men in the 15th Illinois were home on furlough. The whole anti-Demoqratic ticket was elected in the South ward and carried the village for president of the board by three majority, and the entire township ticket was a Union victory. Editor Abraham E. Smith whopped it up because he "was a father at last." H. W. Wentworth sold his boot and shoe business to J. L. Hoyt. The streets were invaded by citizens who were looking for butter, the price of which had advanced to 40 cents a pound, and it was said that "money was plen ty, butter scarce." Judd & Austin advertised cane seed for sale, and "raise your own sugar" was the cry. The board of trustees chose J. A. Parrish for village clerk and G. H. Griffing for street commissioner. Alvin F. Davis and Emma L. Button were married on April 14, near Ridge field. Watrous & Gates dissolved partnership in the hardware business and Watrous & Co. continued the business. The village board voted to issue no saloon licenses for the coming year. Wheat was selling for $1.13 per bushel, oats at 61 cents, eggs at 12% cents. Rev. John Blood, acting pastor of the Presbyterian church, returned from his vacation and reported that his son had been wounded while a member of the Connecticut volunteers. Strawberries were selling at $1.50 per quart in Chicago, and the paper advised the people to cultivate carefully such a precious crop. Anxiety was felt for the 95th Illinois, as they had not been heard from in a month after their safe arrival at Vicksburg. The First National bank was paying out its own money. "Isn't Woodstock getting to be 'some pumpkins'?" the paper inquired. Consolidation of various lines in the region made the Chicago & North-Western railroad one of the largest and wealthiest railroad corporations in the country. Lincoln Renominated Abraham Lincoln was renominated at Baltimore by acclamation, with Andrew Johnson, "a war Democrat," for his running mate. The Union party nominated Oglesby for governor. The village board changed its mind and concluded to issue saloon licenses. The Fugitive Slave law was repealed by Congress. Disaster met the 95th Illinois infantry at Guntown, Miss., "while under orders from that drunkard, General Sturgis." There had been several deaths and many wounded. There had been no rain in Richmond, Hebron, Alden or Chemung for two months, the paper stated. The Sentinel raised its subscription price to $2 per year, as print paper had raised in price from 8 to 18 cents, and ink from 50 to 75 cents, type and labor proportionately. Capt. W. H. Stewart, who had been wounded in action, arrived at home July 5, not as badly wounded as first thought. Prospects for crops were not good in the county because of drouth, which hurt everything, and it was general throughout the country. Farmers were harvesting what was left of their crops after drouth and chinch-bugs had done their devastating work, and help was scarce at $2 to $3 per day. Lieut. M. F. Ellsworth, a wounded member of the 95th Illinois was back home. July, 1864, to 1865 The people were crying for peace, but "not at any price," and Lincoln called for 500,000 more men. General Sherman and his army had taken Atlanta on that famous "march to the sea." Fred Joslyn opened a feed store in the Rat-Hole. The first day of August was set as a day of fasting and prayer. E. Emery Richards and Frances A. Wait were married on July 19. Sidewalks of two-inch planks a foot apart, with gravel in between, had been ordered laid from Dean street to the residence of T. F. Johnson on the south side of South street. Wheat was selling at $1.80 in the local market. The Union party nominated M. L. Joslyn for representative, EL E. Thomas for sheriff, Josiah Dw.ight for circuit clerk (on eleventh ballot), and Daniel Blair for coroner. J. H. Finch, a local farmer, had corn 12 feet 6 inches high on his farm, and brought in stalks to prove it.Rev. R. K Todd announced the opening of the Woodstock University had been postponed until Sept. 20. Prices of job work and advertising had been advanced 50 per cent. McClellan and Pendleton had been nominated to oppose Lincoln and Johnson. Wheat rose to $1.90 per bushel. The Democrats nominated Merrill C. Johnson, of Woodstock, to oppose John F. Farnsworth for congressman, which the paper considered a joke. Gold was quoted at 187 to 206, and it was fluctuating. Church Members Scolded Rev. John Blood preached his farewell sermon in the Presbyterian church and said a few plain words to the people present—"of their laxity of attendance upon Divine worship and the constant bickerings and coolness between members of the church which paralyzed its usefulness." Eighteen names were drawn on the draft in Grafton and 40 in Hartland— first draft in the county. The Hartland postoffice was discontinued in favor of Woodstock, and also the Belden postoffice. Charles A. Given and Susan F. Rider were married on Oct. 20. President Lincoln was elected for the second time, his majority in Illinois having been 30,000. The Republican majority in McHenry county was about 1,800. All furloughs had been revoked and the provost marshal was ordered to arrest all those found in the district as deserters. Ira Slocum and Sarah C. Davis were married on the 6th of December. Print Paper Scarce Print paper had risen to 25 cents a pound, and printing was a hardship. A Young Men's association started a few weeks back was designed as a basis for a Literary and Library association, which finally eventuated, with T. D. Murphey, C. B. Durfee, Neill Donnelly, Abraham E. Smith and C. H. Russell as trustees which was the beginning of our present splendid public library. "Time marches on," said an editorial in the issue of Jan. 4, 1865, proving that the expression is not new at all. Gates & Dodge succeeded Watrous & Co. in the hardware business. Richard Yates was elected senator from Illinois after his term as governor. He had promised to "abate his one fatal habit," the paper said. Rumors of Peace "The papers are filled with rumors of peace—the very air seems laden with peace whisperings," was the beginning of an editorial of Jan. 18, 1865. That was prophetic, as later weeks disclosed. Several town boards had voted township bounties and a meeting had been called to consider the same in Dorr. Frank E. Hanaford wrote his father that the citizens of his vicinity who were members of the 15th Illinois "are in good health." Charleston, S. C, the hotbed of treason, has been evacuated. Frank E. Hanaford was met on the streets of Chicago on Feb. 19, after having escaped from a rebel prison in Dixie, along with Andrew Lascelle, J. Sheldon, B. Gardner and D. Burton. It was a heroic escape and the story concerning it was a thrilling one. Dr. Stone sold his drug store in Phoenix block to Dr. Adams. It was proposed to have a hook and ladder company in Woodstock, and the people of Harvard had purchased a fire engine. Mentioned on the program of a concert given in the court house on the 7th of March were Misses Richards and Ellsworth, Messrs. Durfee and Murphey, Miss Salisbury, Mrs. Sherwood, E. E. Richards, Messrs. Choate Buck and Mr. Titcomb. It was called an "amateur concert." President Lincoln was inaugurated for the second time on March 4, the first time in 20 years that a president had succeeded himself. Rev. I. II. Fairchild, after having been expelled from the M. E. church four years past was invited to return to the fold. Sounds Like Today "In these times," it was said, "yea, thrice blessed is he who, at this time, is independently poor," as "everywhere, all around, capitalists are failing, quaking in mortal agony as the golden mercury at Wall street slowly sinks to the goal of par." Chas. H. Russell had been appointed to take the census in McHenry county. There was no further draft in McHenry county, as all quotas were substantially complete. No house or room could be rented in Woodstock, as all were occupied. The stars and stripes were waving over the capitol of the Old Dominion, as Richmond had been captured, and the flag also went up over Fort Sumter. Bonfires blazed, bells were rung, guns fired and everybody in Woodstock was enthusiastically patriotic. The 95th Illinois was in the vicinity of New Orleans, the 124th at Fort Gaines and Mobile had been reduced.There was a terrible accident at Marengo when a cannon exploded in celebration of victory in the war. On April 12 the paper said: "Lee has surrendered and the end draws nigh. The largest, the finest and the bravest army of the rebels, has succumbed at last to the prowess of the national troops and laid down their arms." There was a great demand for brick for building purposes in Woodstock, and the opening of a brick yard was suggested, as there was plenty of clay available. (Continued On- Page Seven) GEORGE HERDKLOTZ, MRS. GEORGE HERDKLOTZ [photos] George Herdklotz, son of Michael and Sarah (Schmidt) Herdklotz, came to McHenry county in 1839, his brother, Peter J., having preceded him one year. When he first came to this county he was without means, but by industry and energy accumulated a farm on Queen Anne Prairie of 156 acres of the finest prairie land. He was married in 1853 to Effie Kuhn, a daughter of Jacob and Catherine (Neighardt) Kuhn. They had seven children—William, now deceased, married Charlotte Sondericker; George M., deceased, Jacob died in infancy; Sarah, married Fred Schneider; Kate, married John A. Miller; Edward; Ida, married Charles F. Eckert. Of the children, William and George have died, while the others are well known residents of this city. Mr. and Mrs. Herdklotz were highly respected pioneer residents of Greenwood township. The old home farm is no longer in the family, but the children and their descendants are all counted among the worthy citizens or Woodstock. They are as follows: Mrs. Charlotte Herdklotz, widow of William Herdklotz. Wheeler street. Mrs. Sarah Schneider, 411 N. Madison street. Mrs. John A. Miller (Kate), 317 Lake avenue. Edward Herdklotz, 824 Clay street. Mrs. Ida Eckert, 702 Olive avenue. JOHN A. DUFIELD [photo] Was for many years a resident of the farm community south of Woodtock, but later sold his farm and removed to Woodstock, where he lived with his daughter, Lillian, and her husband, Milan H. Fisher, on Lake street, and where his wife preceded him in death by about 30 years. Mrs. Dufield was a sister of Mrs. W. E. Fish, her maiden name having been Martha Smith. When Mr. Fisher, the son-in-law. was called to Chicago to pursue his employment Mr. Dufield accompanied the family and there he died on Jan. 1, 1927, aged nearly 85 years, having been born Feb. 6, 1842. Mr. Dufield's only immediate surviving relatives are Mrs. George Goodfellow and Mrs. M. Guthrie, grand-daughters, residents of Chicago. John A. Dufield was a quiet, unobtrusive man, but he had opinions of expressing them. For many years he was a member and part of the time an officer of the local camp of the Modern Woodmen of America. His remains were brought from Chicago and interred in the Dufield cemetery south of town. FRANK L. SHORT [photo] Was the youngest son of Frank and Catherine Short, pioneers of Greenwood township, and was a native son of that township, where he was born and reared to manhood's estate and obtained his education in the common schools. After attaining his majority he continued to follow the calling of a farmer on his own farm of 200 acres in that township for a number of years, ultimately moving to Woodstock and engaging in business. Mr. Short was twice married, his first wife having been Nellie, a daughter of Humphrey Quinlan, a Greenwood pioneer, who lived but six years after her marriage. In November, 1877, he was married to Rose P., a daughter of John A. Kennedy and sister of A. D., William, John A., Frank and Paul Kennedy. Mr. Short was a leading Democrat all of his life and in 1891 was elected to the city council and served until 1893. Mr. Short was public-spirited, a great benefactor of the poor and oppressed, and a kind husband and father. He left a widow, who died recently in Chicago, and five children when he passed away on Feb. 6, 1894, aged nearly 50 years. SYLVESTER McGEE [photo] MRS. SYLVESTER McGEE [photo] One of the real pioneers of this region, Mr. McGee was born in Ireland, Mar. 17, 1902; came to McHenry county in 1841, locating on 320 acres of land in the town of Hartland, where he and his devoted wife reared 11 children, all of whom survived him at the time of his death, Mar. 20, 1887, having just passed his 85th milestone of life, but all of whom except one son, Sylvester, have passed to eternal rest. Among the children were Sylvester, who has been making his home for several years in the Cottage hospital at Harvard, where he welcomes the friends of other days. Others of blessed memory were John, Dennis, William, Thomas and Owen and others equally well remembered, and the numerous descendants of this venerable agriculturist are scattered to other homes, although a number reside in Woodstock, Harvard and other places. The biographer at the time of Mr. McGee's death commented as follows: "Mr. McGee was a man of robust health, always hale and hearty, the father of 12 children. The undoubted integrity of these children speaks volumes for the names of father and mother, for they are every inch of them men and women who would be a credit to the most exalted parentage." Mr. McGee was one of those brave, sturdy souls who have made our community what it is, one of the best in the land. Mrs. McGee, the devoted wife, who made her home a place of great hospitality and good cheer, passed to her reward in August, 1884, in her 76th year, after which the bereaved husband made his home until his death with the sons, Sylvester and Thomas, on the old home farm two miles west of Woodstock. Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN PAPER FULL 0F WAR NEWS EACH WEEK FROM ALL FRONTS (Continued From Page Six) Woodstock Celebrates There was a general illumination on Monday evening in honor of the surrender of Lee to Grant. The square presented a lively and animated appearance, to which the boys added the blaze of a large bonfire. The new circulating library was in full operation. The remnants of the 15th Illinois, so long confined in rebel prisons, had been paroled and were in Vicksburg awaiting transportation home. The men who escaped with Hanaford and Lascelle were recaptured and one of them wounded. Postmaster Smith was rejoicing that he had served a full term of four years in that office. Pres. Lincoln's Death The columns of the editorial page were turned because of the assassination of President Lincoln by John Wilkes Booth in Ford theatre in Washington, an event that was deplored throughout the civilized world. The Sentinel referred to the same editorially as follows: "ABRAHAM LINCOLN Abler pens than our have written eulogies and touching tributes to the worth of the dead statesman whose loss to the nation now deplores. We shall nat attempt it. The genial kindness of his nature—the marvellous acuteness of his intellect—his plain and simple yet apt manner of addressing himself to the people—his wonderful sagacity and practical common sense—the versatility of his genius— find above all, the never failing amiability of the man, are all written on memory's page, seared in by the fearful death he died, and will never be erased from the hearts of American citizens while liberty is enjoyed. "Personally, Abraham Lincoln had no enemies. He died through no personal malice. He fell because he represented his country, as no other man ever did. He died a martyr on the altar of liberty—of his country's unity and glory! Let us then do honor to his name. In honoring him, we honor ourselves. In him were the virtues of the American nation combined. "Peace to his ashes! Honor to his memory! With him life's fitful fever is over; and what an eventful life he lived! Thousands upon thousands yet unborn will hail him as their Father and their Liberator. Farewell, noble Lincoln. Good night to thy form, but good morn to thy fame!" William B. Smith was again wounded, in action in the attack on Spanish Fort in Mobile bay, and was carried from the battlefield to be transported to his home. All buildings in Woodstock around the square, and many homes were draped appropriately in mourning for President Lincoln. Earl D. Thomas, of the 4th cavalry, for four years, which he entered at the age of 14, went to West Point for military training at the request of Congressman Farnsworth. John F. Bunker disposed of his hardware business to Wm. B. Austin and Amos K. Bunker, his son-in-law and son. On May 21 the last army of the rebellion had capitulated and the war was really at an end, and we regret chat more space can not be allotted to a narration of the same. President Andrew Johnson was making a few changes in his cabinet, from which Stanton was about to retire. Rev. John Thomas resigned as pastor of the Presbyterian church. There was a great celebration of the 4th of July in Woodstock, with Hon. J. A. Sleeper, of Chicago, as the orator of the day. Rev. Nathan Jewett sold his drug store at No. 1 Excelsior block to Wm. E. Smith. July, 1865, to 1866 The attempt to lay the Atlantic cable seemed to have been a failure, and the steamer Great Eastern had gone back to Valentia, Ireland.: A meeting was called to discuss the question of a new school house. The "present rookery" was declared a disgrace to the school district. The citizens present voted to erect a new building at a cost not to exceed $10,000." The members of the 95th Illinois were aboard steamer bound for St. Louis, ready for mustering out and then home again. A lot of the men reached home on Aug. 21. A new bridge had been completed across the Fox river at McHenry. The road past the new cemetery— Oakland—was straightened. T. B. Thorpe was the new principal when school reopened on Sept. 4. The Union county convention nominated Wm. Kerr for county judge, F. J. Mansfield for treasurer and M. D. Hoy for county clerk. The Democrats nominated Geo. A. Austin for judge, Elam M. Lamb for clerk, Ira Slocum for treasurer, Thos. McD. Richards for superintendent of schools, and Wm. M. Jackson for surveyor. Temperance People Active Woodstock had a Temperance restaurant that was moved from the north side to within three doors of the postoffice on the south side. Members of the 153rd Illinois were coming home from Springfield. They were one-year men. There was scarcely an issue of the paper that did not contain accounts of one or more burglaries of business houses or homes. J. J. W. Starr and Frances H. Whitney were married on Sept. 17. There were no vacant houses to rent in town, and hotel accommodations were very poor. There were 475 more males than females in the county, according to census figures. A meeting was called to decide whether the new school should be of brick or frame. October elections registered great Republican victories. Steps were taken to organize a Congregational church society. Dr. William P. Adams and Mary Virginia Dunning were married on Oct' 17. Smith & Giddings opened a new store. Brick or Wood People decided three times by two-thirds majority to build a brick building, but the board demurred and finally called a meeting for Nov. 11 for authority to issue bonds for a brick building. Less than 2,000 votes were cast at the November election, of which more than 1,200 were Republican. The Sentinel editor boasted that he had for seven years been connected with the paper, a greater consecutive length of time than any other man ever held that job up to that time. D. W. Dawson offered to take photographs at $2 per dozen. Runaway horses injured somebody nearly every week. The postoffice called Erin in Hartland, was discontinued. A mania of marriage was on, there being several every week. The Congregational society began holding meetings in Phoenix hall. There were 331 pupils enrolled in the public school, and the daily attendance averaged 241—principal and three teachers to handle them. Wm. E. Smith sold the corner drugstore to Giddings & Richardson. President Johnson's message to Congress filled all of first page and two columns on second page. Dr. C. B. Durfee opened a singing school in town, as several mothers, notably Tower, did betimes. Wood For Fuel A tight board fence six feet high had been built around the county woodpile at the court house, where people helped themselves. Miss A. A. Smith opened a select school. The Methodist and Presbyterian churches had Christmas trees on the glad day. In the issue of Jan. 3, 1966, Abraham E. Smith bade good-bye to Sentinel readers and the names of Sapp (Frank M.) and Richardson (Geo. B.) appeared at the head of the columns and they made their bows to the public, filling two columns. Both of the new owners were entire strangers to the community. The date of publication was changed from Wednesday to Thursday, and they promised more local news would be the most attractive feature of the paper. Rev. Hay Comes Rev. S. C. Hay became pastor of ihe Presbyterian church about this time. Ten marriage notices appeared in this issue, and the licenses issued in 1865 totaled 177. I. T. Salisbury & Bros, asked the people to settle their accounts, as there was to be a change in the firm. By a majority of 18 erection of the new school house was postponed until necessary funds had been raised by taxation. On Feb. 22 the paper was changed to eight columns, narrower measure, with new headings and new dress. James M. Kimball and Philinda Freeman were married on the 19th of February. M. D. Hoy offered his farm in Alden for sale. The fine sleighing prevailed all winter had turned to mud on March 1 and the mud was up to the hubs of vehicles, as it frequently was those days. Rev. Wm. M. Haigh, of Bristol, Ill., was called to the local Baptist church. The organization of a brass band was urged. Henry Young opened a marble shop. There was a fire in the school building that did small damage. J. L. Hoyt took a partner in his business in the person of Wm. H. Fuller, of Harvard. The paper said the city was a gloomy place—nothing doing, plenty of mud. In the county there were 11,389 people younger than 21 years, with 1,203 such in Dorr township. Joslyn Village President M. L. Joslyn was elected president of the village and William Kerr supervisor of Dorr. The Harvard Independent became a quarto in size. The paper commented upon the great growth of Woodstock that was apparent. Saloon licenses were raised from $30 to $50 and some of the owners balked. William H. Gregory and Susan F. Murphy were married on April 11. The sugar cane factory of Kasson & Lewis was destroyed by fire. Workmen were enlarging the capacity of the Woodstock house. In a "hauling bee" stone was being toted for the foundation of the Congregational church, the building that preceded the present structure. On account of ill-health, Rev. S. C. Hay relinquished charge of the Presbyterian pastorate and was succeeded by Rev. T. C. Kirkwood. The paper said: "Although his residence here has been brief, he (Rev. Hay) has by his talents and zeal, secured many warm friends outside of, as well as in, the church, who will regret that any circumstance should necessitate the loss of so capable a minister and so worthy a citizen." Reuben Hurd's farm house was destroyed by fire. In the week of May 17, Wm. E. Smith became postmaster because of the forced resignation of his brother, Abraham E., who was about to depart to take charge af a daily newspaper at Indianapolis, Ind. Work was started on the foundations of the new brick school house, and bids were asked for moving the old house and its foundations. Complaint was filed against Rev. R. K. Todd for obstructing the north end of Madison street. Bunker & Stevers opened a lumber yard. It was definitely settled to have a foundry in Woodstock, with P. C Teeple and Henry Eckert in charge. New Baptist Church On June 7 the foundations were being laid for a new Baptist church just west of the court house, the present structure, which had its spire blown off during a tremendous storm in later years. The Peak family of bell-ringers gave an entertainment—a popular company. The old Waverly house on Main street was overhauled and made ready for the occupancy of George L. Sherwood, formerly of the Exchange hotel. The town of Seneca was infested by wolves, many heads being brought in for bounties paid by the county. The Masonic lodges of the county celebrated the 25th anniversary of their patron saint, John the Baptist. The Pratt, a really first-class hotel, was opened for business by T. J. Pratt. The old school house was being moved, part of the same to be located cn the Donnelly property, corner of Jackson and Throop streets. October, 1866 to 1867 Lyman Trumbull, noted politician, spoke in Woodstock on Oct. 24. Patrick & RockWood, of Marengo, had a full-page "ad" in The Sentinel, the first "ad" of those dimensions to appear in a county paper. The Democrats nominated S. Van Curen for sheriff, John Frett for coroner and Col. Wm. Avery for representative. The Sentinel outfit was moved to the northeast corner of the public square, over the corner drug store. The Republicans named T. B. Wakeman for the Legislature, John M. Southworth for sheriff and Dr. D. P. Conklin for coroner. Rev. G. L. S. Stuff became pastor of the M. E. church. Dr. O. H. Crandall (Dem.) was appointed as postmaster to succeed Wm. E. Smith, resigned. School was opened, with two grades in Union hall and two in Phoenix hall. I. T. Salisbury & Bros, dissolved partnership and the new firm became I. T. & A. L. Salisbury. Joseph Salisbury, the third brother, sought other fields. New Congregational Church L. H. S. Barrows had the contract for the carpenter work on the new Congregational church. About 140 marriage licenses were issued by the county clerk up to July, 1866. Hon. William Kerr, prominent lawyer and holder of county offices, died on July 27. The new mansion of Dr. C. B. Durfee was being erected at Jackson and Hayward streets, which is now a hotel. Dan. C. Joslyn's new brick yard presented a busy scene, with a capacity of 20,000 bricks per day. M. F. Irwin was appointed postmaster on July 19. Baseball News First baseball news appeared. Woodstock played Harvard on the fair grounds, with score of 57 to 44. Woodstock players were: W. Hitchoock (pitcher). B. Sherman, E. Johnson, O. V. Davis, P. Hoyt, Geo. Mansfield, A. Murphy, W. Sherman and C. Vining. The second team, the Tigers, was composed of H. Mansfield, E. Hawley (pitcher), E. W. Wilber, J. G. Eastwood, C. G. Thomas, J. B. Medlar, W. Whitson, W. Johnson and W. Kesler. Local churches were renting "slips," proceeds going towards pastors' salaries. The Congregational church was dedicated on Dec. 13, the pastor being Rev. J. J. A. T. Dixon. Martin Cooney was murdered on Doc. 8 while walking along the rail- road tracks towards his home in Hartland, being struck a terrible blow on the head, with the assailant unknown. There were three chimney fires in local business houses, and there was no fire protection extant. The new Baptist church was dedicated on Dec. 9. The foundry began operations on the engine room, with Henry Kelly the general operator. At the Nov. 6 election the Republicans polled high vote for 2,700 while the Democrats had a high of 698. Illinois cast 49,000 Republican majority. On Oct. 24 Dr. Wm. H. Buck and Mary Ellsworth were married,' and on-the 22nd Benjamin N. Smith and Addie Dake. A woman, 111 years old, died in Hartland—no name given. Wolves to the number of 26 were killed in the county the previous year, and 26 divorces were granted by the courts, while 232 marriage licenses were issued. Edward Burnside, former editor of the Woodstock Union, died on Dec. 25 at Manchester, Iowa. Better Mail Service An effort was being made to secure two mails a day from Chicago. Miss Maria Stark opened a select school on Jackson street. Dr. W. H. Buck, from Richmond, purchased the practice of Dr. J. H.Lewis in Woodstock. The report of the public school for the first and second grades to Feb. 22. 1867, contained the names of Luman Hoy, Leander Young, Eddie Stone, John Boudish, Belle Russell, Eva Russell, Martha Knutson, Martha Wicker, Julia Solverson, William Murphy, Charles Kelly, Richard Russell, Anna Crosby, Jennie Lemmers, Thomas Russell, Frank Quirk, Libbie Lemmers, Lizzie Johnson, Mary Quirk, Katie Corlett, Roy Hoy and Dora Woodard. Mr. DeClercq was about to start a cheese factory, and a woolen mill was in contemplation. The contract for the new school house was let at $30,000 to a firm from Buslinell, Ill., the first rooms to be ready by Nov. 1, 1867. There was a concert in the Baptist church, given by Hary Harper and Belle Richards, assisted by G. W. Ryder, Mrs: E. E. Sherwood, Carrie Irwin, E. E. Richards and A. R. Murphey. Anderson R. Murphey and Emma L. Anderson were married on Feb. 14. A Prohibition society was organized, with J. J. Murphy as president and M. D. Hoy as secretary, and quite a drive had been started to eliminate the saloons. There were two feet of snow on the level in February, 1867. (Continued in Section Three) SLAVIN AND MERWIN TELEPHONE 56 T. B. Merwin Licensed Embalmer and Funeral Director Phone 71 Ambulance Service Phone 56 or 71 Largest Stock of Furniture and Rugs in McHenry County. RUGS AND LINOLEUMS Living Room Suites Dining Room Suites Bed Room Suites Lamps Cedar Chests Breakfast Sets Baby Carriages and Beds OUR MOTOR EQUIPMENT [PHOTO] PAGE EIGHT WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition GREETINGS We, the elected officials of McHenry County, take pleasure in extending our congratulations and best wishes to the Woodstock Daily Sentinel On the anniversary of its 80th year as the leading newspaper of the county. Established in the year 1856 it has continuously and successfully carried on for four score of years, recording the events of Woodstock and the county and battling for what it considered was for the best interests of the citizens. Now, at the end of its eightieth year, it is demonstrating its leadership in the journalistic field by producing this edition, taking its readers back over the years and again calling attention to hundreds of the most interesting happenings which occurred during this extended period. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Eightieth Anniversary Edition Woodstock Daily Sentinel McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLISHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, Saturday, March 13, 1937 Entered as Second-Class Matter August 21, 1921, at the post office at Woodstock, Illinois, under the Act of Mar. 8,1879. McHENRY COUNTY'S LEADING NEWSPAPER—PUBLJSHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY—ESTABLISHED EIGHTY YEARS AGO. Established 1856—Eighty-first Year. No. 215. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 1937. Eightieth Anniversary Edition. MCHENRY COUNTY IS WELL-GOVERNED McHenry County Solvent, All Bills are Paid Eightieth Anniversary Edition Makes Its Bow to the People of Woodstock and McHenry County While this 80th anniversary edition of the Woodstock Sentinel deals mostly with history concerning the Woodstock community, it would hardly be right not to go into a little history concerning the county as a whole, so that in future years as people look back over the pages of this edition they can not only refresh their memory in regard to the history of the county's seat of government, but also a little about the early days of the county as a whole. The county of McHenry was named in honor of Colonel William McHenry, an officer in the Black Hawk war, who marched with his forces through the territory that now comprises McHenry county. He joined forces with General Atkinson's at Fort Atkinson, Wis., and subsequently fought with General Dodge. The territory now comprising McHenry and Lake counties was formed into McHenry county by an act of the legislature approved January 16, 1836. Continued To Grow So down through the years after this official act of the legislature McHenry county continued to grow until today it stands on its record as one of the outstanding counties in the entire state. Free from debt and able to meet its current bills monthly, McHenry county has recorded its name in the pages of history as a county made up of people who desire to pay as they go and not surround themselves with debts, which is the case in too many other counties of the state. Credit for the wonderful financial condition of the county and its progress in every line of endeavor can be given to the men who have handled the affairs of the county through all these years. J. G. STEVENS J. G. (Curley) Stevens, supervisor of Richmond township, is the present chairman of the board of supervisors. He is completing his first term as a member of the board from Richmond township. He is a candidate for reelection in April and his many friends in Richmond township arc confident he will be ro-elected without opposition. Mr. Stevens is former president of the village board in Richmond. Contents of the EIGHTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION of the WOODSTOCK DAILY" SENTINEL Extra copies of this edition can be purchased, bound in neat, durable, flexible cover, at 50 cents each. This price includes mailing to any part of the United States. Canadian postage extra. SECTION ONE EDITOR'S BOW and Apology to Sentinel readers. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, McHenry County. Its organization and officers. Dorr township Supervisors. CHRONOLOGICAL SKETCH of the' Woodstock Sentinel's career, with sidelights. The Woodstock Daily Sentinel of today. SENTINEL PRINTING COMPANY. An independent organization; not a part of newspaper company. Handles printing, stereotyping and photo-engraving. CHICAGO INDUSTRIAL HOME FOR CHILDREN. ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH history, Hartland. PICTURES OF EDITORS 50 Years Ago. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. LETTERS—Rep. R. J. Lyons; Editor Wheaton Journal. SECTION TWO WOODSTOCK STARTED when County Seat was located here in 1844. PICTURES of the days before the Civil War. SENTINEL ESTABLISHED to oppose slavery. ROSTER OF COUNTY OFFICERS. ITEMS REPRINTED from old files. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers. GREETINGS FROM COUNTY OFFICIALS. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and. old time scenes. SECTION THREE TWICE TOLD TALE of Woodstock's earliest beginning. MORE PICTURES of before the Civil War. MORE ITEMS from early files. WOODSTOCK INCORPORATED as village in 1852; as city in 1873; village and city officials from the beginning. HEROES OF NATION'S WARS buried in many cemeteries in county. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. SECTION FOUR PIONEER DAYS in McHenry county as written by high school student. WOODSTOCK as seen FROM THE AIR. WOODSTOCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Members of Boards of Education, Teachers and graduates of High School for each year since 1878. WOODSTOCK'S WATER and LIGHT departments. BUSINESS DIRECTORY of 1872. POSTMASTERS since 1853. POLITICAL RECORD of county. PRESIDENTIAL VOTE in county since 1837. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. SECTION FIVE McHENRY COUNTY'S PART in the CIVIL, SPANISH-AMERICAN and WORLD WARS. WOODSTOCK HOST to entire county on June 10, 1919, to greet returned veterans. COMPANY G, history of and membership roster. PETER UMATHUM POST, past commanders, deceased members and 1936 roster. HOME-COMING CELEBRATION pictures. WOODSTOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY. ROSTER of TOWNSHIP OFFICERS. CITY HALL built in 1889-90. TYPING TAUGHT IN PUBLIC SCHOOL grades today. TODD SCHOOL for Boys. SECTION SIX LODGES AND SOCIETIES. MUSIC IN WOODSTOCK. Bands and other organizations. SENECA LADIES Literary Society. JOHN F. BUNKER wrote verses about business men in 1888. WOODSTOCK CEMETERIES well kept. PICTURES OF OLD TIMERS gone to their reward. 2200 OLD TIMERS listed with ages and date of death. EARLY SETTLERS of South Hebron. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. SECTION SEVEN WOODSTOCK ALWAYS SPORT MINDED. MANY STARS went out from. here. PICTURES OF FIRST BASEBALL, FOOTBALL and BASKET BALL TEAMS. WOODSTOCK CHURCHES are active. ST. MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL graduates. PENNY MITES active charity organization. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. SECTION EIGHT GREETINGS to the Sentinel from PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT, former President HERBERT HOOVER, Hon. ALF. M. LANDON, Senator JAS. HAMILTON LEWIS, and other friends. LETTERS from former Woodstock residents reminiscing on former days. SKETCHES and pictures of old timers: WOODSTOCK HOSPITAL and its plans. SKETCHES and PICTURES of old timers and old time scenes. SECTION NINE CITY OF WOODSTOCK, its officials and employees. JAMES DACEY, convicted Chicago murdered, the only hanging in McHenry County's history. PUT AND TAKE, review of day's activities at the Daily Sentinel plant. LEGAL PROFESSION and Lawyers of county. WOODSTOCK PROFESSIONAL and BUSINESS Concerns. HUMMERS' WEEKLY REVIEW of 30 years ago. OLD TIME FAMILIES of Woodstock. TODAY'S NEWS TODAY—Weather, Coming Events, etc. POLITICAL HISTORY of Last 50 Years in County. WITH APOLOGIES PROM THE EDITOR Modesty makes us hesitate about placing this cartoon in so prominent a position in this Eightieth Anniversary Edition of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel. It is the product of the pen of our friend, George D. O'Brien, manager of the Miller Theatre in this city, and places the editor of the Sentinel on too high a pedestal of fame, from which he might topple, especially among those who know him most intimately. But "Obie" has also worked in some of the editor's failings, especially the solitaire and the cigar bands to balance things up, and then again it is customary to exaggerate things in a cartoon. This is "Obie's" contribution to the Anniversary edition and we appreciate the compliment it extends, but we want our readers to know that he drew it on the spur of the moment in only about an hour's time, presenting it to the editor as a surprise. We want our readers to note the splendid technique the artist displays and we feel that "Obie" has ability in this line which if he wished to apply it in a commercial way should take him a long ways an the ladder to success. OUR BOW TO THE PUBLIC We present with this issue the labors of several months in preparing for the people of Woodstock and McHenry county this Eightieth Anniversary Edition of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel. This issue is not the product of any one person, but the combined effort of the entire organization of this newspaper, supplemented by the labors of others as well. Last summer and fall, Mr. Charles A. Lemmers, now of Denver, Colo., a former editor of the Sentinel, devoted many weeks in 'Woodstock to gathering and arranging material for this edition, especially applying himself to the early files from which he gleaned the stories of Woodstock's beginning and much other interesting information. This edition contains the pictures of many old time citizens, the men and women who had a part in the history of this community over the past century. If is to be regretted that there are so few pictures available of the earliest pioneers, many of them never had a picture taken and others have been lost or are scattered and have not been available. We have been fortunate in obtaining pictures of the old business blocks on all sides of the park, old pictures that we feel are priceless and should be preserved for all time. Many of these old pictures were obtained from the Woodstock Public Library, where they are being preserved. We are well aware that there must be many errors and omissions in the columns of this edition. We have tried hard to cover the subject thoroughly, but there can be no such thing as covering it completely. The farther we went into this work the more hopeless we found it to be to make it complete. The files of the Sentinel going back for eighty years would furnish more than enough interesting material to print three times as large an edition as the one we are now presenting. As to the errors which have crept in, we will be glad to print corrections if and when they arc brought to our attention. To our business public which has liberally subscribed for space in this edition, we wish to express our sincere thanks. At no time has it been our purjose to make this edition a money making effort but rather we have felt that we wanted to perform a worthwhile service and the advertisers have done their part by making this undertaking financially solvent. We believe that many people in this community, as well as old time residents elsewhere, will want to preserve a copy of this edition for the future. For that reason we have printed a limited additional number of copies, which are being bound in a durable form, with a neat, flexible cover, which will be sold to the public at 50 cents per copy. This will include mailing to any part of the United States. Mailing costs will be extra to addresses in Canada. No other copies, except those being bound, will be offered for sale. In closing we want to make one pertinent comment. This edition is not intended to be a story of Woodstock as it is today, but rather is devoted to the Woodstock of the past—that is why we have devoted columns to stories of the past, printed several thousands of names of people who once upon a time moved in and about the streets of this community, but who now have entered that last sleep which knows no awakening. The people of today's Woodstock have not concerned us much in preparing this edition, except as we have felt it proper to include our public officials in both city and county. Neither have we printed anything about the great industrial institutions which have so important a part in the Woodstock of today—-the Alemite plant, the Typewriter factory, the Metal Products company, the Borden-Wieland plant and other industries. These are subjects for another time and were not contemplated in preparing the issue which we present today. LOYAL SERVICE The early history of the Woodstock Sentinel, the story of its establishment way back in 1856 to "Oppose Slavery and Its Extension" is told in a very interesting story beginning in Section Two of this edition. With this story follows items copied from the early files over a period of many years, carrying the story through the dark days of the Civil war and on until near the close of 1869. We will not repeat here what follows in the next section, but merely touch lightly on the events of the beginning to make this chronology of the Sentinel's career complete. Josiah Dwight, Editor during those earlier years the Sentinel had been under the editorial guidance of seasoned and practical newspaper men. The first of these was Josiah Dwight, its founder in 1856 and pre-Civil war editor. Many years ago the late Captain Charles H. Tryon told the writer the story of the founding of the Sentinel by Mr. Dwight. It was in 1856, the year of the founding of the Republican party. The old Whig party had lisintegrated and on its ruins the Republican party had come into being and was acclaimed over the Northern states as the recognized leader against the further extension of slavery among the territories in the West then seeking admission to statehood. Captain Tryon was then a young man living on his father's farm in Hebron township. He related that Mr. Dwight and several other men visited ais father on the farm soliciting his co-operation in the starting of a newspaper at Woodstock to fight the battles of the new Republican party in McHenry county. The Sentinel was started with Mr. Dwight as editor and at the masthead of the issues preceding the November election the name of John C. Fremont appears as the first Republican candidate for President of the United (Continued on page seven) HARRY C. DANIELS Although an outsider of McHenry county, Judge Harry C. Daniels of Elgin won many friends in McHenry county while serving as judge of the county and probate court here during the illness of the late Judge Charles T. Allen of Cary and after his death up until the time Judge Henry L. Cowlin of Crystal Lake was elected and inducted into office to succeed Judge Allen. McHenry county people regard Judge Daniels as one of their most loyal friends and appreciate the fine service he rendered the county during the period mentioned above, First Public Record The first public record of an of (Continued on page two) Page Two WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition Old Time McHenry County Editors Hold First Convention in 1888 (Continued from page one) official character in McHenry county is as follows: "McHenry County Record, "June 1, 1837. "An election held at the home of Hiram Kennecott (near Half Day in the present Lake county), on the first day of June, 1837, which was ordered "by the state legislature for the organization of McHenry county, the following persons were duly elected for the following offices, to-wit: "Charles H. Bartlett, Matthias Mason, Solomon Norton, county commissioners; Henry T. Steele, sheriff; Michael 0. McGuire, coroner; Seth Washburn, recorder; Charles E. Moore, surveyor. Duties of Commissioners From the organization of the county until the adoption of the township system, in 1850, the duties now developing upon the board of supervisors were discharged by three com missioners, who fixed the rate of taxation, granted mercantile, tavern and ferry licenses, established rates of toll and prices for entertainment, ordered roads, formed election precincts, appointed county and municipal officers, and exercised general supervision over all county matters. Ye Olden Prices Since prohibition has been repealed in the nation, the name of tavern has replaced the name of saloon. Many of the present day people may think that the name tavern is new, but the records show that back in the early years the name tavern was used. Here are some of the prices set by the commissioners for those who operated taverns in those days: For brandy, gin, rum, per half pint, twelve and one-half cents; per pint, 25 cents; for wine, per half pint, eighteen and three quarters cents; per pint, thirty-seven and one-half cents; for whiskey, per half pint, six and one-quarter cents; per pint, twelve and one-half cents; for cider or beer, per pint, six and one-quarter cents; for breakfast, dinner or supper, thirty-seven and one-half cents; for lodging, per night, twelve and one-half cents; for horses to hay, per night, per span, 25 cents. The records of 1850 disclose that ferry licenses cost $5; a tavern license for one year, $5; mercantile license for one year, $5. The records also show that persons operating public houses were ordered to secure licenses or to take their sign down, or be fined according to the law. First Townships As the year passed so did civilization progress. In 1850 the records show that the three commissioners were empowered and ordered to divide the county into towns or townships, as provided by the legislature in an act passed Feb. 12, 1849. The townships as provided by the commissioners follow: Benton (now Burton). Richmond, Hebron, Alden, Chemung, Byron (now- Dunham), Hartland Greenwood, McHenry, Brooklyn (now Nunda), Center (now Dorr), Seneca, Marengo, Riley, Coral, Grafton and Algonquin. It was in the same year that the names of Byron, Brooklyn, Benton and Center were changed to the present day names, so that all of the present township names have appeared since 1850. The name of Dorr township was adopted after a prominent governor of Rhode Island. The first term of the circuit court in McHenry county began at McHenry Feb. 10, 1883. No mention is made of lawyers except incidentally. No remarkably interesting cases appeared though the amount of business was quite large. On the first day nineteen cases received the court's attention three of which were for trespass and one for slander. On the second day the grand jury returned three indictments for larceny and one for assaulting an officer in the discharge of his duties. So as the years passed the duties of the supervisors changed somewhat. The courts began to function entirely on their own power, villages formed their own boards, cities were incorporated at Woodstock, Harvard, Crystal Lake and McHenry and in general the general routine of government operated from towns, villages, cities and the county, with regulations to govern the operation of government in these places differing somewhat. Regulations Change New laws were being enacted at every session of the legislature and in congress. Cities and villages set up regulations to govern their own respective communities. The county board formed new regulations to govern the operation of the various departments of the county. In general, the work of the members of the county board and the county officials continued to grow until the present day, when the whole setup is much different than in those days when the three commissioners ran the whole "show." So we now get down to recent years and to an important part in our review and that is to say a few words of praise for the present members of the county board and to those faithful and public spirited citizens who served in the years previous to the present. Good judgment, faithful performance to duty, pride in the county as a whole, honesty and integrity, are words this writer can use in connection with the services rendered down through the years by people who have served the county in the capacity of supervisors. In late years the board members were confronted with different duties than those in the years of 1850. Right of way problems has been one of the big duties of the board members since the hard road program found its way into the county. The right of way committee spent many hours of deliberations in securing the right of way for the construction of the county's present hard road system. The road program in general has been a big issue of the board, as the county has been elevated from the old impassable road days to the present system of hard roads, which connect almost every village and city in the county. Duties of Supervisors Supervision of the county building has also been well taken care of as the various offices have been remodeled and equipped with modern day equipment to keep step with the times and increasing work. Supervision of the county farm with the installation of a county hospital has been one of the feature moves of the board in the late years. The county farm today is one of the finest in the state and is managed and supervised by W. P. Allen in conjunction with the rules and regulations made up by the board. Care of the county's poor has increased with the years. As the times progressed and all styles of living changed the care of poor has also become a much larger job. The legislature changed the law so that for a period of time the supervisors cared for the poor through the county board as a whole, but this law has been changed back and once again the townships now care for the poor with the supervisor as the overseer of the poor in his respective township. The financial setup of the county has been well supervised, as has been stated before in this review and McHenry county is one of the few' counties in the state still able to operate out of "red ink." In other words the county has no debts other than the current expenses each month. The supervisors meet every month to transact the business of the county. This program has been carried on for several years, due to the increasing duties of the board members and the general increase in the' county business. In general, McHenry county is well governed by the board of supervisors made up of nineteen members, as follows: Riley—L. A. Stockwell. Marengo—D. M. Wright. Dunham—Charles M. Palmer. Chemung—Frank E. Beck. Alden—N. B. Clawson. Hartland—Earl Hughes. Seneca—Edward F. Kuecker. Coral—Charles H. Ackman. Grafton-—Joseph Hemmer. Dorr—Roy J. Stewart. Greenwood—John E. Harrison. Hebron—Henry M. Turner. Richmond—J. G. Stevens. Burton—Frank May. McHenry—S. H. Freund. Nunda—A. H. Hale. Algonquin—John J. Filip. Paul Rosenthal is assistant supervisor in Algonquin township and A. B. McConnell assistant supervisor in Dorr township. J. G. Stevens of Richmond is this year's chairman of the board. County Clerk Raymond D. Woods is by virtue of his office, clerk of the Board of Supervisors. The oldest member of the Board is Henry M. Turner, of Hebron township. E. I. Smith was the first supervisor in Dorr township, and there were various changes in the years following, but it is interesting to note that there have been but seven supervisors in Dorr township in the past sixty years, beginning with E. M. Lamb, followed by Luman T. Hoy, William S. McConnell, E. C. Jewett, F. A. Walters, Volney E. Brown and Roy J. Stewart. HENRY M. TURNER Henry M. Turner, one of McHenry county's most loveable characters, is completing his thirty-eighth year as member of the county board of supervisors. He hails from Hebron, which township he has represented since 1899. He is the dean of the county board and one of the best liked members. Supervisor Turner has served twice as chairman of the board. He first served in 1908 and 1909 and again in 1918 and 1919. He prides himself with having missed only a couple of meetings in his entire career. The Hebron board member has watched the machinery of the county operate in various manners and times have changed a lot since Mr. Turner first started to represent Hebron township in this organization. Supervisors S. H. Freund of McHenry and D. M. Wright of Marengo have been members of the board since 1909 while Supervisor A. H. Hale started on the board in 1912. Supervisor Turner is enjoying fine health although he is advanced in age. The above is a picture of a group of McHenry county editors who met some time in the summer of 1888 at the Walker Hotel at Harvard and formed a county association, planning to have annual meetings. The old Walker hotel at which this meeting was held was famous, in those days, as was also its owner and manager, "But" Walker, who was one of Harvard's best known citizens. Those present in the picture who were attending the meeting, reading from left to right, were: Bottom row—L. P. Card, Harvard J. P., formerly Capron Herald; James A. Dufield, McHenry County Democrat; J. B. Babcock, Marengo Republican; Ira M. Mallory, Nunda Herald; Otis S. Eastman, Harvard Independent; Henry C. Faber, Richmond Gazette; John A. Dufield, McHenry County Democrat; Chas. A. Lemmers, McHenry County Democrat; James H. Phelps, Sharon Reporter; M. F. Walsh. Harvard Harald. Top row— Mrs. James A. Dufield. Mrs. J. B. Babcock, Miss Addie Holmes (Mallory's printer girl); Mrs. Otis S. Eastman, Mrs. H. C. Faber, Mrs. John Dufield, Mrs. Chas. A. Lemmers. Standing just behind Phelps is Gardner S. Southworth, Woodstock Sentinel, and just at his right hand, with skull cap on, is "But" Walker. A. B. McCONNELL "A. B.," as he is known around Woodstock, is a progressive farmer living on and operating the Fred B McConnell (the McConnell homestead) farm east of Woodstock. He was elected Assistant Supervisor to succeed the late J. D. Donovan, and has given a good account of himself as a member of the Board in the short time he has served. ROY J. STEWART V Supervisor Roy J. Stewart was elected about one year ago to fill the vacancy caused by the death of the late Supervisor Volney F. Brown. Mr. Stewart has had a very leading part in McHenry county affairs, having served one term as Deputy Sheriff, one term as Sheriff, one term as Treasurer and one term in the State Legislature at Springfield. Mr. Stewart devotes all of his time to his duties as Supervisor, which in these days with the increasing responsibilities of Overseer of the Poor, keeps him quite busy. He has mada a good record in the present office. His present term does not expire until in the spring of 1939 VOLNEY E. BROWN Volney Brown served as Supervisor of Dorr township during the depression years, when the responsibilities as Overseer of tne poor were such as to tax the endurance of the Supervisor almost to exhaustion. He made a splendid record. His sudden death a year ago following a brief illness was a severe blow to his family and the community. Young Lieutenant Lost His Life In Aviation Service FRANK (SOD) CORSON Woodstock people were terribly shocked on the morning of Nov. 16, 1928, when the sad message was received here of the death of Frank (Sod) Corson, son of Mrs. Dora Taylor ot this city. The young man died in the service of his country, being a lieutenant of the second division air corps. Frank Corson died as the result of falling into Matagorda bay near Galveston, Texas, while engaged in aerial machine gun practice. His plane fouled a target tow line and plunged some 1500 feet into the bay. Private James Smedaker was riding with Corson and he also lost his life. The bodies of the two army aviators were not recovered until Nov. 22. Corson's body was found some three miles from where the plane plunged into the bay, while Smedaker's body was found near by. Was Commissioned Lieutenant "Sod" Corson was one of Woodstock's favorite sons. He graduated from the local high school and later attended the University of Illinois. Following his graduation he attended aviation school at Dodd Field, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. He was commissioned just a short time prior to his death. The young army flier was 24 years old when he was killed. He was born Oct. 22, 1904. He was one of the most popular young men of our city and his death in the service he loved so well was a terrible shock to his relatives and legion of friends. MRS. LAURA CURTIS Grandma Laura Curtis, born Jan 21, 1836, at Perry, Ohio, lived to celebrate her 100th birthday at the home of her daughter and husband, the Frank Tappans on Clay street, where she made her home for many years. One month later, on Feb. 23, 1936. she quietly slept away, drawing to a close a long and useful life. ALLEN'S MAIN STREET Confectionery, Ice Cream, Lunches Over a period of 13 years, ALLEN'S has built a reputation for Quality and Service which has found approval with the public. ALLEN'S appreciate the good will this store enjoys with the people of Woodstock and McHenry county and takes pride in making every effort to deserve your patronage. We offer only fresh and carefully selected candies and nuts. We handle only Shurtleff's well known Janesville ice cream and ices. Our kitchen delights in serving only the finest food, well prepared and tastily served. Appreciates your patronage Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE THREE HE HAD A PART IN STARTING SENTINEL BACK IN 1856 JAMES H. TAPPAN Jas. H. Tappan came to Woodstock in the early 40's, with a brother, A. W. Tappan, and a brother-in-law, Lysander Converse. The latter two operated a general store in what was known as the Phoenix block, now Kellogg block. All three families built homes on South street on the property now occupied by the Community High school. From the first they were active in the advancement of Woodstock in any way possible. To this end were instrumental in starting a newspaper (The Sentinel), which was later taken over by real newspaper men and a success from the beginning. The Tappans and Converse were dissatisfied with their political party, the Whigs, because of its pro-slavery leaders and finding a large number of Woodstockites and the farming families of the vicinity, all one socially and otherwise those days, sympathetic to their views, called a mass meeting to organize a new party. These men brought as a speaker for the occasion, a friend of the family at their former home on the Western Reserve in Northern Ohio, Joshua R. Giddings, one of the most gifted and most radical abolishionists of his day. The meeting was a success and a new party was formed, called "The Republican" of McHenry county and judging from recent McHenry county election results, it is still going strong. "Jim"Tappan was a highly educated businessman and in addition had the faculty of making strong and lasting friendships that endured through his long and wasting illness until his death in 1875. He, for many years, was manager of the Jefferson and Scott lumber yard, also wool buyer for this firm. In those early days many thousand fleeces were bought and packed in their warehouse, located where Pingel & Koch and McConnell Implement are now located. He was an Episcopalian, but Mrs. Tappan was a member of the Presbyterian church and also on account of warm friendships for Rev. R. K. Todd, the Willis, Rufus Brown, Robt. Green and Norman Jacobs families of Bull Valley, those of the T. McD. Richards, the Scotts and Mr. Chase, of Seneca, the Eckerts, Herdklotzs and Sonderickers of Queen Anne prairie, he worked early and late with them and the result was the erection of the brick church, a wonderful achievement for a community of this size. The word community is used as in those early days the people in the surrounding country and those inside the village limits were a community for one and all, and Woodstock was mostly a meeting point for the common good. The east end of this church was the commencement for' the Todd School for Boys. Old Time McHenry County Editors Hold Second Convention in 1889 This old time group of McHenry county editors held a second convention, also at Harvard, on August 24, 1889, at which some were present and others absent from the meeting of the previous year. This meeting was held at the Ayer hotel, then under the management of M. M. Towne, long famous as a host in this still more famous old railroad hotel, named after Harvard's most prominent old time citizen, who built the hotel many years earlier. Those in this picture were: Top row—J. B. Babcock, Marengo Republican; Miss Marriott, L. R. Fitzer, Capron Herald; M. F. Walsh, Harvard Herald; G. S. Southworth, Woodstock Sentinel; I. M. Mallory, Nunda (now Crystal Lake) Herald; Fred Renich, Woodstock Volksblatt; Mrs. Otis S. Eastman; Charles F. Renich; Otis S. Eastman, Harvard Independent; Mrs. Rogers; Alderman D. P. Rogers. Bottom row—F. L. Carr, Mrs. Carr; Mrs. M. M. Towne; B. L. Hoard, Hoard's Dairyman, Ft. Atkinson; Mrs. J. B. Babcock; Mrs. H. Baker, E. M. Titcomb; Mrs. J. P. Titcomb.; Mrs. I. M. Mallory; W. S. Wakeley; L. P. Card; Thos. Boodle. Mine Host M. M. Towne is out in front. The present Sentinel editor was just a cub then. MEL TRIPP Son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Tripp. He was a capable and successful photographer for many years. Lived a quiet and retired life. His gallery was in the Stone building, corner Main and Cass streets. After Tripp's death it was sold to Bransby Bros., and destroyed by the fire a year ago. ARTHUR J. CANNON Began as clerk in general merchandising business. Became travelling salesman for wallpaper firm. Served as alderman one term. Had a wide circle of friends. Died Mar. 9, 1933. Untimely Death Ends Fine Career JUDGE CHARLES T. ALLEN Taken from us in the prime of a brilliant career as a jurist, Judge Allen lived at Cary, but was equally well known and highly respected among the people of Woodstock. Died Jan. 24, 1936. Windows In St. Patrick's Church, Hartland, Depict Seven Sacraments. History of the Hartland Church As Printed From Church Paper As early as the year 1837, one hundred years ago, a mission was established at Donnelly's Settlement (Hartland) by devoted priests from St. Mary's of the Lake, Chicago. In 1842, the Rev. John Guiguen, who had been assisted to the Rev. Father DuPont-avice, first pastor of Joliet, moved to Shields Township in Lake County, and built a log dwelling on Corduaz road. From all indications the faith made a notable advance during these early years since various entries in the Diary of Bishop Quarter indicate that Donnelly's Settlement was one of the most important missions of the Chicago Diocese. First Pastor Assigned However, it was not until the summer of 1844 that a pastor was formally assigned to Hartland in the person of Father Patrick McMahan, who had just been ordained to the priest-hood by Bishop Quarter on the Sunday after the feast of the Ascension. Unfortunately, Father McMahan was not physically strong and the following November another newly ordained priest, Father Faughan, was sent to the Donnelly's Settlement to assist Father McMahan. Both priests left Chicago on December 5 1844. Early Progress of the Parish According to the Dairy of Bishop Quarter, His Excellency administered the Sacrament of. Confirmation at St. Patrick's on October 21, 1845, to a class of twenty-one persons. Four years later, June 15, 1849, the Most Reverend Bishop James VandeVelde administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to a class of eighteen. We further read in the Diary of Bishop VandeVelde that on May 10, 1850, the Rev. Father Hugh Brady left Chicago for Donnelly's Settlement to take the place of Father McMahan. Three years later, June 3, 1853, Father Brady was transferred to Woodstock on the day that the Bishop was again at Donnelly's Settlement to administer the Sacrament of Confirmation. During the year 1856 a new church was built here and this church served the congregation until the year 1913 when it was destroyed by fire. Succeeding Pastors Sometime in the sixties the Rev. Father Terence Fitzsimmons was pastor here and after he left, in 1867, there was no resident priest in Hartland for about sixteen years. Then came the Rev. Dr. Charles Gavin, 1883-1885; the Rev. Joseph S. Gallagher, 1885-1893; the Rev. John J. Green, 1893-1905; the Rev. Henry J. Wills, 1905-1909; the Rev. Thomas Kearney, 1909-1930; Rev. E. A. O'Brien, 1930-1933; the Rev. C. A. Meehan, 1933-1936, when he was succeeded by the present pastor, the Rev. Joseph Tully. St. Patrick's Church As stated above, during the summer of 1913 the church of Hartland was destroyed by fire. This was the church which had been built in 1856, after both the first and second buildings had become inadequate. Father Thomas Kearney was pastor at the time and under his direction building operations for a new church were soon under way. It was decided to erect the new building across the street from where the old one stood. The church which was erected at a cost of about $15,000.00, was built of brick, with a seating capacity of about three hundred. The building was solemnly dedicated by the late Bishop Muldoon August 15, 1914, and a description of it in a local paper gave the following details: One of the dominant features of the sacred structure is the window decoration and the symbolism involved. Beginning at the left side on the north end of the building is a window donated by Mrs. William H. Sullivan, and her sister, Miss Bessie Lee, which illustrates the sacrament of Baptism and is dedicated to the memory of their parents; the second illustrates sacrament of Confirmation and was donated by Mrs. Margaret Nolan, in memory of her parents, Michael and Margaret O'Brien; the third illustrates the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, and was donated by Mr. and Mrs. William Slavin, in memory of their son, Willie; the fourth illustrates the sacrament of Penance and was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Gartlin, of Chicago, in memory of John King. Seven Sacraments On the east side, beginning at the south end, we find an illustration of the sacrament of Extreme Unction. This window was donated by Mrs Vanderkarr, of Hebron, in memory of her parents, Matthew and Anna Slavin. The next window toward the north illustrates the sacrament of Holy Orders. It is dedicated to the memory of Patrick and Mary Maguire and donated by their children. The last of the side windows is an illustration of the sacrament of Matimony. and was donated by the children, Bridget, Susie and Mrs. R. Sharp, of Patrick and Anne McCabe, in memory of their parents. Among other windows donated is one by James Howard in memory of his parents; one by Edward Clancy, in memory of his wife; another by Loretta Mahon and one by Cornelius Nolan. The costly main altar is a gift from John Carroll and is dedicated to the memory of deceased relatives. The statue of the Sacred Heart was donated by Thomas Lalor, of Hebron. Mrs. Margaret Nolan gave the side altar of the Blessed Virgin and Michael W. Murphy, of Chicago, the side altar of St. Joseph. The statue of St. Joseph is a donation of Joseph Feltes and the sanctuary window of Peter Feltes. At the extreme ends of the church are two beautiful windows that are works of art, and sermons in themselves. The one above the main altar is from the Rev. Father Greene. It represents the scene of St. Bridget receiving the veil. The window at the south end was donated by the Hartland Court of the Catholic Order of Foresters. The scene is that of St. Patrick preaching at Tara before the king and queen. Mr. Frank Jezbera put the memorial windows in place. The Present Pastor The present pastor, Father Joseph Tully. was born in Holy Cross parish, Chicago, April 16, 1900. He was a student at Quigley Prep Seminary from 1914 to 1919. During the following two years he studied philosophy at St. Mary's Seminary, Baltimore, and then entered the American College, Rome, for four years of theology. He was ordained in St John Lateran Basilica, by Cardinal Pamphii, Vicar of Rome, on April 11, 1925. His First Holy Mass was cele- brated the next day on the Tomb of St. Peter. Father Tully was appointed assistant at St. James Pro-Cathedral, Rockford, where he remained for four years, until July 31, 1929, when he assumed charge of his first pastorate at St. Anne's, Warren. Here he remained pastor until his transfer to Hartland in October, 1936, when he left Warren with the affectionate regard and good will of the parishioners whom he had served for seven years. Chicago Industrial Home For Children Almost 50 years have passed since the founding of the Chicago Industrial Home for Children. In 1886 the late Rev. T. B. Arnold, a printer and publisher, first took into his home two boys who were homeless and living from the garbage cans of restaurants of Chicago. His love for unfortunate children became a great prompting-urge in his life, after this first experience with unfortunate children. Before many months had passed, Rev. Arnold was sheltering eighteen boys in his own home, supporting them himself. Still more homeless children were drawn to his attention and it became necessary to look elsewhere to house such a growing family. Friends and interested persons urged a definite program for a chartered institution and in September, 1888, the Chicago Industrial Home for Children was organized. After the winter of 1888 Mrs. Roxey D. Stevens of Woodstock, Ill., offered her large farm home and small farm close by for an annuity to the newly formed institution. The generous act was as Providence and immediately the Chicago Industrial Home for Children was permanently located at Woodstock. Rev. T. B. Arnold acted as the first superintendent. During the course of progress the original building soon took on new additions and at the present time there is a large double winged two story building of brick and stucco facing, a fine isolation building, a steam laundry, a double garage, chicken coop, and tool shed, under which is a large vegetable storage space. The Industrial Home can accommodate 55 children. Many are the calls for assistance and every call receives the utmost consideration. The great majority of the children who enter the Home have come from families broken by death, illness, desertion or divorce. Many of the children have been deprived of the ordinary privileges of childhood. Therefore these circumstances provide a splendid opportunity to instruct these children in the ways of right and righteous living. The following men have served as superintendent of the Home: Rev. T. B. Arnold from 1888 to 1898. Rev. J. D. Kelsey from 1898 to 1903. Rev. W. P. Ferries from 1903 to 1928. Rev. C. E. Maxwell from 1928 to 1933. Rev. N. W. Fink from 1933 to 1934. H. C. Gensch, the present superintendent, was elected to office in 1934. The Home has played a very important part in the community these many years. Over six thousand children have found shelter, food, clothing and guidance within the walls of this institution. Today the need of this organization in the community is even greater. The institution enjoys the goodwill and support of all who know of its great work and it is proud of the work it is doing for the unfortunate child. The motto of the Home has always been, "The Child First." Phone 223 Woodstock, Illinois Benton Street Restaurant "Just Good Food" 120 Benton St. Northeast Corner of Square First Battle in Air One morning in 1808, two Frenchmen who were in love with the same opera singer, took off in balloons from the Tuileries Gardens, in Paris, each armed with a blunderbuss to pierce the envelope of his rival's balloon. When they were half a mile up both discharged their pieces. One of the balloons burst and its occupant was dashed to bits, while the other sailed safely away. This is the first record of a fight in the air. A. W. Wagner began business in 1908, with Thomas O. Cowlin, located in basement of Dacy block. In the following-year he moved to his present location, Mr. Cowlin retiring from the firm. Dealer In Air Conditioning Furnaces G. E. Refrigerators Link Belt Stokers Easy Washing Machines With Dryer Complete Line of Hardware Sheet Metal Work Repairing We can serve you promptly. 124 Benton Street Phone 259 PAGE FOUR WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL; WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition SENTINEL LOYALTY AMONG EMPLOYEES IS PROVERBIAL In discussing this subject and presenting the names of these people who produce the Sentinel each day, or work in the business of the printing company, we are met with the thought of confining ourselves to a modest presentation. One of the features of these two organizations working together as they do at present, is the semblance of one happy family, in which each member has his or her independent responsibilities, but in which all are banded together for the good of the institutions which they serve. Loyalty is the prevailing sentiment, loyalty to the institution and loyalty to each other. In this organization the "big boss" works right along with the several individual members, but when he is absent, as he often is, everything goes on in its proper course without a hitch. It is indeed a pleasure to work with such a group of people and no one can appreciate it more than does the writer of these feeble lines. Emile A. DeCroix In length of service, as well as in point of responsibilities, first comes Emile A. DeCroix, foreman, who came to the Sentinel office in 1916, more than twenty years ago. DeCroix sets the pace around the plant, plans out the work, and does a multitude of things too numerous to mention. If some piece of machinery is out of order, call Emile, he can fix it—or it can't be fixed. Linotypes, well they're just kitty kars in his hands, as many another print shop in the county can testify, for they're always calling for his help from somewhere. Mr. DeCroix is married, has one daughter, Leontine, a junior at the Community High School, and one son, Charles Emile, the apple of his father's eye, who is a student at St. Mary's. They live at 324 North Hoy street. George E. Sullivan Second in point of service is George E. Sullivan, associate editor. Mr. Sullivan came to the Sentinel in 1921, after his return from overseas service, as a sports writer, when the daily was first established. Since that time he has progressed until he is now one of the best known newspaper writers in the county. Through his American Legion activities, his newspaper work, and his Republican political affiliations he has become one of the best known men in Northern Illinois and his activities have helped put the Sentinel on the map in many ways. He is married and lives at 331 Dacy street. One of the features of Mr. Sullivan's work is his column, "Put and Take," which appears daily. In this column he says just what he pleases, and sometimes he says some very pat things. Elmer Metzger Next in point of service is Elmer Metzger, who came to the Sentinel in 1922 as his first job, after attending a linotype school, he has since been operating a machine steadily. He is married, has one daughter, Mary Margaret, and lives at 136 North street. Elmer is a son of the late John W. Metzger, and it was just natural that he should drift into the printing game following his father's footsteps. Waiten F. Beardsley In the same year, 1922, Waiten S. Beardsley came to the Sentinel office as an apprentice. Casting stereotype plates is one of his accomplishments, but collecting U. S. postage stamps and first day covers is his hobby, and from what we have learned he has become an expert in this line. He lives with his mother, Mrs. Bertha Beardsley at 481 West Judd street. Omar Claspill Next in term of service comes Omar Claspill, who came to the Sentinel in 1923. He is in the job printing department, and has been known to turn out as high as five auction bills in a day. Claspill is an ex-service man and outside of working hours enjoys bowling. Before coming to Woodstock he worked in many localities, he says not over six months in any one place, but he has been at the Sentinel plant almost fourteen years. He is not married, but lives with his mother at 604 N. Madison street. Thomas A. Wood Next comes Thos. A. Wood, who learned linotyping evenings at the Sentinel office, while working at the typewriter factory during the daytime. He took a steady "sit" in 1925 and has been at it ever since. Tom is as steady as the machine he operates. He can pull "stuff" out of the Model 8 when she refuses to click for anyone else. He was in the navy during the World war and is fond of that branch of the service. He is married, his wife, as Margaret Newcomb, having been a former worker in the Sentinel office. They have one daughter. Eleanor, a student in the Community High School and a student of music as well, to which her talents direct. They live at 714 Bunker, street. William G. Cummins Next comes William G. Cummins, who came to the Sentinel from Eldorado, in Southern Illinois. He handles the advertising, bookkeeping and circulation work and does a very good job of it. His specialty is selling, Christmas and New Year's greeting cards, at which he is an expert. Cummins formerly was clerk at a coal mine down at Eldorado and he knows a lot about coal mining, but he found no trouble in handling his new duties at the Sentinel office. Five card stud is his favorite pastime, but he insists on a limit. He is married, Mrs. Cummins was formerly Miss Gwyneth Renich, the daughter of Fred L. Renich of Milwaukee. They have one son, "Billy"; in his first year in the public school, and live at 419 Seminary avenue. Hugo F. Nelson Hugo F. Nelson came to the Sentinel office on a part time basis in 1933 about the time his wife, Emma K. Nelson resigned her old job here. For many years he had a responsible position at the Woodstock Typewriter factory. For about a year past he has applied his talents to learning photoengraving and almost all of the pictures in this Eightieth Anniversary Edition were made by him. Many of the photos, especially the old timers, were yellow and dim from age and it is not Mr. Nelson's fault that they do not show up more distinct. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson have one son, Robert Hugo, who is in his first year in the public schools. They live at 350 Lincoln avenue. Eleanor A. Masslich Eleanor A. Masslich came to the Sentinel office following the death of her sainted mother, Charlotte R. Anderson. Eleanor occupies her mother's old desk and handles the work of gathering news, answering the telephone and consulting with the dozens of people who daily come to her desk just as her mother did for many years before. Her responsibilities are indeed important as she must see to it that nothing appears in the Daily that is wrong, otherwise the telephone will ring and ring saucily almost before the paper is on the streets. With Eleanor it is "Today's News Today" and nothing gets by her if she once gets a clew of it. Eleanor's friends are legion, they love her for her sweet disposition, her readiness to help and her earnest desire to do kindly things. Phillip Masslich is Elneanor's husband. He is in the shoe department at Ward's. They have one daughter, Bonnie Rae, who is in her first year in the public schools. They live with their father, P. Benjamin Anderson, at 474 West Judd street. Outside Helpers We have told you about the direct employees of the Sentinel institutions, both the newspaper and printing companies. Now we will say a few words about a group of other friends to whom the Sentinel owes much for their loyalty and friendship. Mrs. Clara Richards Between keeping house, trimming hats at the Scanlan Hat Shop and a lot of social duties, Clara Richards finds time each day to gather a bunch of news items and send them in for publication. Mrs. Richards is a valued friend of the office and her smiling face is always welcome when she takes enough time off to call on us. Mrs. Cecelia Knppe Another woman who has nothing to do each day but feed her husband, get the children off to school, round up some of the Auxiliary workers, or perhaps the Mariola, and put in 8 or more hours of extra office work somewhere, is Mrs. Kuppe, but between it all she is always on the alert for something which may be of interest to the readers of the Sentinel, and she always gets it to the office no matter how busy she is. Mrs. George J. Miller A lovely friend of the Daily Sentinel for many years has been Mrs. Florence Miller. Her kind heart and loyal soul are devoted to doing good for her friends and neighbors, and the Sentinel has always been proud of her friendship. At present we regret that she is seriously ill. We miss her frequent visits to our office. George Wurtzinger Last spring, George Wurtzinger completed his High School course at St. Mary's, but long before that as a sports enthusiast he began to drop in to the Sentinel office to supply the scores of games which he regularly attended. George is at present out of regular employment, but no matter, he keeps up that happy disposition of his, will go without a meal any time to get to a basketball game and never fails to bring in the scores and perhaps a story of the game. Harry Clark More than a year ago Harry Clark, who is regularly employed at the Woodstock Typewriter factory, took up "the weather" as a hobby. He wanted something to keep him busy during otherwise idle hours, and changes in the weather fascinated him. He made a study of the subject, acquired the necessary instruments, made contacts with the official weather forecasters, and now has a permit to publish his weather predictions an observer. They appear daily in the Sentinel and we believe our readers will agree with us that they are look forward to them from week to as often right as the official predictions. Mrs. Esther Newman Mrs. Newman began her career as a linotypist on the Crystal Lake Herald. After she and her husband, Hening Newman, moved to Woodstock where he is employed at the Woodstock Typewriter factory, and spends the balance of his time as an expert floor sander and polisher, Mrs. Newman took up linotyping as an extra, working for any and all of the newspaper offices which might desire her services. Mrs. Newman is a fast and accurate operator and under her skillful fingers the machine hums steadily along grinding out galley after galley of type. For the past few weeks she has been regularly employed on this Eightieth Anniversary Edition of the Sentinel, in fact she has set almost, if not all of the reading matter type on all of its many pages. Mr. and Mrs. Newman are building a new home of their own in the Kelsey addition, which they expect to occupy in a few weeks. They have two children, Arlene and Richard. Emile J. DeCroix And now comes Emile's dad, "Pop" to him and "Dad" to the rest of us. Dad's old home was Centralia, Ill., where he worked in the coal mines after he came over from France in 1890. Before coming to America he worked 12 years in the coal mines in France. In all, he worked in the mines for 52 years. He has now retired and lives with his son, spending part of his time around home, but he loves to come daily to the Sentinel office, where he is just as interested and helpful in what is going on as if he was regularly employed. Mrs. DeCroix died in 1928, since which time he has been lonesome and things have not been just the same. One of his daughters, Mrs. Alice Bundy, was one of the refugees during the recent flood at Louisville, two daughters live at St. Louis, one son, Victor, worked here at the Oliver a number or years ago, now lives at Springfield; and one daughter, Mrs. Louise Johnson, is a well known telephone operator in Woodstock. Correspondents Added to the list of names above we should not overlook a brief mention of the Sentinel's correspondents, a loyal and responsive group of people who do their work from a sense of loyalty to their home communities, rather than for the small remuneration they receive. In this group we would like to include Mrs. Ethel Lines, Hebron; Mrs. Alice Cropper, Richmond; Mrs. G. F. Baldwin, Cary; Mrs. Albert Jacobs, Ridgefield; Mrs. W. N. Sherwin, Seneca; Miss Nellie Baldwin, Greenwood; Mrs. Gertrude Aubert, Solon Mills, Mrs. James Saylor, McHenry; Miss Anabelle Meyers, Johnsburg; Charles Freund, Spring Grove; Mrs. Geo. Sheperd, Ringwood. FORMER EDITOR HELPED PRODUCE SPECIAL EDITION CHARLES A. LEMMERS Last summer Charles A. Lemmers, at the request qf the editor, came to Woodstock from Denver, Colo., and spent about three months here searching the old files and preparing material for this Eightieth Anniversary Edition. As a Woodstock resident for more than half a century, most of which years were spent in newspaper work, Mr. Lemmers is a fountain of knowledge of Woodstock in the olden days, and has drawn on this knowledge freely in the preparation of material which appears on many pages of this edition. We pay a high tribute to the help Mr. Lemmers gave us. Without him we never could have found time to accumulate all of this material, neither could we have gone back as far as he did in the matters of which he had personal knowledge. Mr. Lemmers is a regular contributor to the Daily Sentinel, his weekly letter covering the items of thirty years ago are read by hundreds of people who enjoy them and look forward to them from week to week. Mr. and Mrs. Lemmers are living in retirement at their home at 1623 Steele street, Denver Colo., and are always glad to hear from old friends in McHenry county. Employees of the Woodstock Daily Sentinel and Sentinel Printing Company [photo] GEORGE E. SULLIVAN THOMAS A. WOOD WAITEN S. BEARDSLEY MRS. ELEANOR MASSLICH EMILE A. DECROIX OMAR CLASPILL WILLIAM G. CUMMINS ELMER METZGER HUGO F. NELSON The "Big Boss And His Family MRS. CHAS. F. RENICH MRS. FLORENCE R. MATHIAS CHARLES F. RENICH Eightieth Anniversary Edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE FIVE ASSOCIATES WHO WORKED WITH US IN FORMER YEARS L. Willard Cobb Soon after the present editor took charge of the Sentinel he secured the services of L. Willard Cobb, who came to this newspaper as a young printer from his home town, Aurora, Indiana. Mr. Cobb became foreman of the plant, in which capacity he served efficiently for four years, when he resigned to take control of the Crystal Lake Herald, which business he had purchased and has built up to one of the finest newspaper properties in Mc Henry county. Mr. Cobb has not been in good health for a number of years, but he continues to direct his newspaper business at Crystal Lake. ADA R. JOHNSON Her collection of beautiful verses is still prized in many homes in this city. About the same time or soon after Mr. Cobb came to the Sentinel, Miss Ada Johnson entered the office as associate editor, immediately after graduation from the Woodstock High School. Ada Johnson was one of the most lovable and gifted newspaper writers ever active in this community. Her talents and disposition for newspaper work were far beyond her physical strength, but She enjoyed the work and gained for the Sentinel the good will of the entire community. Albert L. Johnson Following the retirement of Mr. Cobb to take up his work at Crystal Lake, Albert L. Johnson entered the business of the Sentinel as a stockholder and officer. Mr. Johnson took charge of the printing department, in which department he had no superior. After a few years Mr. Johnson and Miss Johnson were married and about 1920 they purchased the Marengo Republican News and left Woodstock to make their home in that city. Mrs. Johnson died August 9, 1929, aged 35 years, leaving her beloved husband and one son. Mr. Johnson is now editor and publisher of the Richmond Gazette, which has prospered under his management. A. H. MOSHER In 1916 A. H. Mosher came to the Sentinel. Mr. Mosher is an experienced newspaper man, meaning that he knows and is efficient in all branches, including the mechanical, editorial and business departments of the business. With the exception of a short time, he remained with the Sentinel until 1926, when he and Mrs. Mosher went to McHenry, where they have since had the management of the McHenry Plaindealer, which newspaper celebrated its Sixtieth Anniversary in 1936. Mr. Mosher has for several weeks past been assisting part time in the publication of this Eightieth Anniversary Edition of the Sentinel, giving his attention to the advertising, in order that the editor might be free to devote all of his time to the gathering and arranging of material for the printing. It is not amiss to call the attention of our readers to the fact that three of the prominent newspaper men of McHenry county, Mr. Cobb of the Crystal Lake Herald, Mr. Johnson of the Richmond Gazette and Mr. Mosher of the McHenry Plaindealer graduated from the Sentinel office before entering their present careers on the papers in the other towns of McHenry county, which they now serve so well. Charlotte R. Anderson Another tribute which we wish to pay at this time is to our own sister, "Lottie," who passed from this life two years ago, on December 31, 1934, after a full and most useful life. The spirit of Charlotte Anderson who for more than twenty years prior to her death in December, 1935, was associate editor of the Sentinel, has guided the editor and his staff in compiling the material which makes up this edition. Through her kindly disposition and charitable heart, she aided thousands of people in all walks of life when in trouble and distress, while associated with the Sentinel. Her spirit still guides the Sentinel in this line of work. Her desk was the scene daily of people in trouble. Her hands penciled many a tribute and many a word of good cheer in time of need. She was most happy when she was helping some unfortunate. That was "Lottie" Anderson's contribution to the success of the Sentinel over a long period of years. John W. Metzger There are several other people who at one time or another, in the past, have served on the Sentinel and who have gone from us. Another old timer who served with us for many years was John W Metzger. He began his career as a printer on the old McHenry County Democrat which newspaper he edited for several years while John A. Dufield was postmaster. After leaving the Democrat, Mr. Metzger served in the Spanish-American war, was later employed on the German Volksblatt and in the Oliver Typewriter factory, until he returned to newspaper work in the Sentinel office where he remained until his death on March 7, 1931, aged 66 years. John Metzger was a loyal, faithful employee and friend, whose quiet manner and devotion to his job and its responsibilities had a most wholesome and steadying influence on the entire organization from the top down. One of Mr. Metzger's sons has been a linotypist in the Sentinel plant for many years. John I. Coe Among these come to mind John I. Coe, who was a most valued associate for more than a year, but was taken from us by death on Feb. 17, 1923, aged 34 years, just at a time when we believe the future was unfolding more brightly for him. In passing we wish to mention two other employees, who are now in other lines of activity, although they both served an apprenticeship on the Sentinel. They are Edward J. Horick, now Dr. Horick, a successful physician located at Elmhurst, Illinois, and Arthur Grote, who has been in business for himself in automechanics for years in Chicago and elsewhere. Included with those we should mention the two Seiler brothers, Otto and Rudolph. These young men were part time employees until Otto left for Illinois university and Rudolph went to Yale. William C. Pierson And we must not overlook William C. Pierson, who, for many years operated a linotype in the Sentinel office. "Bill" went away to the war, made a good record and when he returned home, came back to the Sentinel office, where he had been employed so long. Bill found his job open for him, but in his absence it was being filled by a worthy young woman. When he learned that there was not work enough for both him and the young lady, he refused to take his iob back but went to Chicago, where he readily found steady employment. Another early employee was A. W. Hautau, who came to the Sentinel about twenty-eight years ago. After a period of employment here he returned to Chicago, where he later organized the printing firm, Hautau & Otto, which is still a successful institution in that city, now located on Cicero avenue. Our Lady Employees We must not overlook the fact that the Sentinel has had among its employees a group of ladies, who deserve a large share of credit for the success of this institution. The first of these was Miss Margaret Newcomb, who served many years as bookkeeper and office assistant, until her marriage to "Tom" Wood, who succeeded her as a lino-typist in the Sentinel employ. Then there were Miss Emma Wiberg, now Mrs. Walter Grebner, of Sterling, Ill., and Miss Ebba Anderson, now Mrs. Emery Kirkman of Lake Forrest, Ill., who learned linotyping in the Sentinel plant. They became very efficient and fast operators and gained laurels by use of the touch system, their speedy fingers and clean proofs. Miss Agnes Wiberg was an efficient office assistant in the business department. When she retired to be married she was succeeded by Mrs. Emma Nelson, who was a Sentinel employee in the mechanical department at first and during about a dozen years proved her abilities and loyalty in various departments. When Mrs. Nelson retired to take on housekeeping duties, while her husband took a position in the Sentinel organization, she was succeeded by Mrs. Ava Thon, who likewise made good in the front office for a number of years. Then there was Miss Marjorie Hamer, who spent many hours at the Sentinel office, gathering and writing news stories, after her return from completion of her studies at Wisconsin University. There have, of course, been many other employees of the Sentinel office not mentioned here and among these we remember Arthur Metzger who was making good as a linotypist when he secured a position as mail carrier at Evanston, Illinois, where he is still employed. ERNEST F. FUES Began his career as a printer on the German Volksblatt in 1891, later served for several years, until he resigned to accept the position of City Auditor for Woodstock under Mayor A. J. Olson. WALTER T. WHEELER Served as editor and associate editor on the Sentinel until he resigned about 1908 or '09 to accept a position in the post office, where he served more than 25 years. Woodstock Daily Sentinel Carrier Boys Left to right, First Row—ROBERT HUGO NELSON, "BILLY" CUMMINS, CHARLES DECROIX. Second Row—"CLINK" MURPHY, JAMES MERWIN, MARSHAL HORN, KARL SCHMELZER, ROGER RETIERER, LESTER BALZER, "DICK" KNAACK. Third Row, W. G. CUMMINS, (Supervisor), JAMES BOTTS, NICK POLIZZI, EDWARD FAEHNDRICK, RAY MURPHY, CHARLES BACKHUS, SEYMOUR MANN, CHARLES LEONARD, ROBERT STONE. Some of our readers may raise the question as to the three boys in the front row—and the application of the child labor laws. These three boys are a part of the Sentinel organization, their dads work there and each of these boys is looking forward longingly to the day when he will be admitted to that signal distinction of being a Sentinel carrier boy. No, these three are not carrier boys, not yet, but wait, it won't be long now. And how proud they will be when they start carrying a sack. The job of being a carrier boy on a newspaper, we beileve, is the finest training a young man can receive as his first steady employment. It teaches him to be prompt, courteous, careful and dependable, all qualities which make for success in future life. The Daily Sentinel has had many boys and one girl, Lois Knaack, in its employ as carriers during the past 17 years. We have made up a list of those names which we can remember. There were others which now escape us and we regret their omission from this column. This partial list follows: Sidney Botts, Gordon Botts, Joe Botts, Marcellus Senne, James H. Taylor, Oran Percy, Clifford Gregory, Duane 'Gregory, Noble Anderson, Paul Anderson, Elmer Benson. Joseph Corcoran, Clarence Murphy, Harold Sahs, Elwood Sahs, Arthur Peterson, Francis Dittberner, George Knaack, Lois Knaack, Alvin Walter, Arthur Dillevig, Lorrainine Dirrenbeger, Virgel Doling, Peter Peters. Steve Harvey, Paul Harvey, Joseph Frozely, George Meyer, Theodore Hamer, Jr., Melvin Austin, Wesley Boling, Eugene Larson, Paul Carlson, Newton Fink, Albert French, Harold Ewan, Lyle Gasser, Eugene Maxwell, Will Wurtzinger, Will Glawe. Clayton Wienke, Robert Wienke, Harold Perkins, Heine Lehman, Raymond Rabbitt, Red Wallace, Frank Kennedy, Howard Miller, Roland Baymiller, Earl Sincerbox, Clifford Hanes, Bill Schoepperle, Bob Sahs, Robert Haley, Fred Wells, Alvin Holtz. Kenneth Feltman, William Feltman, Julius Thomas, Alfred Stone, Stanley Stone, Robert McDowell, Elmer Olson, Charles Meyers, LeRoy Krueger, Elmer Eckert, Kenneth Conerty, Roy Cooper, Donald Wilkerson, ....Taylor, John Ritter, Don Merwin, Francis Ernst, Harold Schryver, Kenneth Fay, Stanley Sevick, Edward Gorenflo, Richard Jahn, Victor Johnson, ..... Anderson, George Bysong, Vernon Mikkleson, Harold Schultz, Herbert Stolldorf, ..... Gratton, ..... Musser, Burnell Leonard, Laurence Jessup, Ernest Fues, Jr. Woodstock People Whose Talents Go to Help Produce the Daily Sentinel MRS. CECELIA KUPPE MRS. ESTHER NEWMAN MRS. CLARA RICHARDS HARRY CLARK EMILE J. DECROIX GEORGE WURTZINGER PAGE SIX WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL Woodstock, ILLINOIS Eightieth Anniversary Edition REP. R. J. LYONS REVIEWS 80 YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT By RICHARD J. LYONS State Representative "This is my world! within these narrow walls, "I own a princely service" So said Paul Hamilton Hayne back in 1850 and today as you celebrate your eighty birthdays you too can say, "I own a princely service". When one thinks of the vast stretch of years that the Woodstock Sentinel has served Northern Illinois one wonders what power and force keeps the editors constantly striving year in and year out through good times and bad to maintain a "Princely Service" for the guidance of their readers. The Sentinel has rendered a great service. A princely service to the people of this section and I congratulate you upon reaching this mile-post. May your efforts continue to direct a vast intelligent reader audience to take a renewed interest in the civic life of the community and a greater interest in the future of their great government. Give the readers FACTS and they will always determine their course along the proper lines for the greatest good. "Eighty Years" since the Sentinel was founded during which time we have seen some of the greatest episodes in American history. Franklin Pierce was president. Republican party was founded. The Gadsden Purchase. Cyrus Field laid the first Atlantic Cable, 1857. The Lincoln - Douglas debates. Minnesota, Oregon, Kansas, admitted to the Union. The Dred Scott decision. John Brown Raids, 1859. James Buchanan; Fort Sumter. Lincoln's Call to Arms. Battle of Manasses. Monitor and Merrimac. Farragut takes New Orleans. Grant and Lee. Shiloh Antietam. Iuka. Corinth. Fredricksburg . Murfreesboro. Battle of Gettysburg. Chickamauga and Chattanooga. Early's Raid and Sheridan's Ride. The Surrender of Lee. Then Andrew Johnson. West Virginia, Nevada and Nebraska admitted to the Union. Alaska purchased from Russia, 1867. Reconstruction. Then came Grant. Philadelphia Centennial, 1876. The Union Pacific Railroad completed from Omaha to Sacramento, 1869. Colorado admitted to the union, 1876. Chicago Fire. General Custer and troops massacred by the Sioux, 1876. Then came Rutherford B. Hayes. Development of the West and Northwest began. Knights of Labor declared their principles, 1878. Came the Arc Light. The Gas Motor. The Elevator. The Telephone. Development of Industry, Mining, Banking, Manufacture, Railroads and Oil Refining. Then Garfield. The Labor question takes precedence National Lawmaking. American Federation of Labor established in 1881. Brooklyn Bridge "opened 1883. The Chinese Labor exclusion act 1882. First modern bicycle. Garfield Assassinated. Arthur becomes President. Then Cleveland. Interstate Commerce Act 1887. And believe it or NOT UNCLE SAM HAD A TROUBLESOME SURPLUS OF $50,000,000 WITH ALL GOVERNMENT DEBTS PAID. Statue of Liberty presented to America 1886. Edison invented one of his first phonographs. Then Benjamin Harrison. The Sherman Silver purchase law 1890. North Dakota 1889, South Dakota 1889, Montana 1889, Washington 1889, Idaho 1890 Admitted to the Union. Oklahoma opened to settlers 1889. The Johnstown Flood 1889. Then Grover Cleveland again. Utah admitted to the Union 1896. The advent of the Automobile both Gas and Steam. "Three hundred licenses were issued in the year 1895 today approximately 26,000,000." Then William McKinley. Battleship Maine blown up in Havana Harbor. War between the U. S. and Spain. The Philippine Islands purchased from Spain for $20,000,000 in 1898. Hawaiian Islands annexed in 1898. Then Theodore Roosevelt. Oklahoma admitted to the Union 1907. work begins on the Panama Canal. Advent of the practical airplane. Langley's Machine. The Wright Biplane. Then comes William H. Taft. Titanic sinks, 1912. Peary discovered the North Pole 1909 Amundsen the South Pole 1911. Arizona and New Mexico admitted to the Union 1912. The Parcel Post system established in 1913. Wireless telegraphy comes into general use, 1912 Then Woodrow Wilson elected in 1913. THE WORLD WAR WITH ITS THOUSANDS OF INCIDENTS. U. S. declares War on Germany, Austria and Turkey. National Prohibition came by constitutional amendment 1920. Lusitania Sunk by German submarine 1915. Woman sufferage granted 1920. Panama Canal opened 1914. The first airplane flight across the Atlantic. Rock-away point L. I. to Plymouth, England May 8th, 1919. Then came Warren G. Harding. The Peace Treaty with Germany. The Ten Year Naval Holiday. Radio broadcasting began. The Cathode-Ray tube. Harding Dies. Coolidge becomes president. Hoover. and the vast extension of the air mail routes. Farm Relief Bills passed. Crime commission appointed. Then Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Vast social program launched Public Works and the many great movements so recent that we cannot take room here to relate. Yes during all these great movements. During all these upheavals, during all the wars, during all the greatest movements for the benefit of the human race The Woodstock Sentinel kept sending its columns forward recording human progress. The greatest progress in the history of mankind. Therefore, Mr. Editor, I congratulate you and the members of your organization. Keep up the good work. America needs, at this time more than ever before, strong men to edit the columns of American newspapers. Men who are independent Wise Generous in their praise for those who work for the best interests of humanity and always condemning those within our borders who would work destruction in this greatest of all nations. Hew to the line. This is YOUR world, within your narrow walls. Keep it always a princely service. EIGHTY YEARS JUST EIGHTY YEARS but what a vast record your paper has printed within those years. Again Congratulations. WHEATON DAILY JOURNAL February 27, 1937. My Dear Mr. Renich: May I send you my personal greetings on the 80th anniversary of your newspaper, because you have, for so many years, been the guiding hand. I question whether you will have me say this—but I look over the fine job you have done in Woodstock with a great deal of pride. When you changed to a daily the skeptics said, "It can't be done." I made the remark one time, when the prediction was made that a daily couldn't live in Woodstock, that "Charlie Renich can do it." So I naturally take a great deal of pride and satisfaction in you and your success. You have every reason to be proud of your newspaper and of the great community service it is doing for your city and the surrounding territory. With best wishes, I am, Fraternally yours, GEORGE M. SMITH. Publisher Wheaton Journal. Thanks, Brother Smith. The editor of the Daily Sentinel appreciates your letter especially, because you have gone through like experiences as we had in converting a weekly newspaper into a successful daily. Your success first has been even more rapid and marked than was ours, thanks to your ability and perseverance and the loyal support of a fine community.—The Editor. Wearing of Swords In colonial America swords were worn by the better class of people when in full dress; cocked hats, broad brim hats, and, as luxury, the sort of hat called a black beaverette. The coat was long, straight, coming below the knee with a low COllar showing the white neckcloth fastened with a silver buckle behind. The shoes were square toed with enormous buckles, sometimes of silver. The lower classes wore knit yarn caps of bright colors with a heavy tassel. Mrs. Aurelia P. Blakslee of Crystal Lake, 101 Years Old, Oldest Woman In the County. Mrs. Aurelia P. Blakeslee, 821 Virginia Street, Crystal Lake was 101 years old Thursday, February 25, 1937. Born Feb. 25, 1836 in Southington, Conn., she enjoys good health today as she always has throughout her long span of life. She attributes her good health to not worrying, come what may. Mrs.Blakeslee makes her home with Miss Jessie I. Hobart who gives her marvelous care. Last year on Mrs. Blakeslee's 100th birthday, open house was held. MR. AND MRS. JACOB HUBER Jacob Huber, born in Alsace, France, April 29, 1928, died in Woodstock, Dec. 9, 1896. Came to, America in 1849. Catherine Dimmel Kappler, born in Beinhenn, France, Feb. 2, 1828, died March 10, 1914. Came to America in 1847. Married Jacob Huber Oct. 14, 1864. One child was born to this couple, Malinda, wife of John Metzger and mother of Arthur and Elmer Metzger. Mr. and Mrs. Huber lived on their 160 acre farm in Seneca from 1865 until about 1892, when they retired and moved to Woodstock, where they purchased the home on Washington street, where Mrs. Metzger still lives. BOWMAN BROS. SHOE STORE South-east Corner of Square Woodstock; 111. Hall & Eckert Lumber Yard After the Fire. This picture shows the ruin and destruction following the Hall & Eckert lumber yard fire about 25 years ago. Looking south-west over the scene. Eightieth Anniversary edition WOODSTOCK DAILY SENTINEL, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PAGE SEVEN SENTINEL STORY OF 80 YEARS OF LOYAL SERVICE (Continued from page one) States. The Republican party had the satisfaction of electing a complete slate of candidates for county offices in that year, and have maintained that record ever since. The first issue of The Woodstock Sentinel bears the date of July 17, 1856. It was published by Webb (George L.) and Johnson (Thomas F.), and on Oct. 16 of that year Thomas F. Johnson became the sole owner, with Josiah Dwight as editor, and on Nov. 19 of the same year The Woodstock Argus made its appearance, but It expired on July 15, 1857. On July 29, 1857, J. W. Franks & Son became owners of the Sentinel plant, with Josiah Dwight as editor, and the Sentinel took over the subscription list of the Marengo Journal to provide its Marengo subscribers with a paper the remainder of that year, as it was going out of business. A former Woodstock newspaper, the Democrat, again made its appearance, but it expired again on Sept. 24, 1859. On Nov. 10, 1858, Franks & Son sold the Sentinel to Abraham E. and William B. Smith, and in 1862 one Hodder, who later became prominent as a newspaper editor in Kane county, entered the local field with the Union newspaper, intending to crush out the Sentinel. Smith Enters Army. William E. Smith enlisted in the Union army and went to war, leaving his brother alone on the Sentinel, and in 1866 Abraham E. Smith wrote with pleasure that he had made a record of seven years on the Sentinel, the longest time that any man had conducted a newspaper successively and successfully in McHenry county. On Jan. 3, 1866, Abraham E. Smith bade good-bye to the Sentinel family and left to engage in newspaper work in Indiana, he having been removed as postmaster of Woodstock, a position that he filled for about five years. Sapp (Frank M.) and Richardson (Geo. B.) became owners of the plant by sale from Smith, while William E. held the postoffice for a short time. In 1869 Sapp & Richardson withdrew from the publication and Wm E. Smith became editor and manager again. Southworth Becomes Editor Wm. E. Smith did not long remain in his sole management of the Sentinel, for on April 18, 1872, there appeared at the head of the editorial columns the names of G. S. Southworth as editor and Jay Van Slyke as associate editor, the purchaser evidently having been Mr. Southworth. This arrangement lasted only a few years, when Van Sylke had an ambition and saw an opening for a newspaper at McHenry and in 1876 began editing the Plaindealer in that village. The Sentinel was still a nine-column folio, but on Oct. 31 of that year it was changed to a six-column, eight-page paper, the inside pages being what was known as patent in-sides, provided by a publishing house in Chicago and received weekly by express. The first editor of the Sentinel whom the writer personally remembers was Gardner S. Southworth, who with his two sons, William and Arthur, conducted this newspaper over a period of fifteen or more years. Mr. Southworth was likewise postmaster during those years and in the late eighties, served a term in the Illinois legislature. In those years newspapers were almost continually engaged in personal strife, both within their own party and with the newspapers representing the opposing party. Mr. Southworth was an aggressive, hard hitting editor and political leader. Southworth Retires. At that time Edward T. Glennon was learning his trade in the Sentinel office, and, having the requisite ambition and a good knowledge of the business, he became associated with Mr. Southworth in the firm of Southworth & Glennon and thus continued until the latter days of December, 1890, when the paper was disposed of to Luman T. Hoy, Judge C. H. Donnelly, E. C. Jewett and E. T. Glennon who took immediate possession and on Jan. 1, 1891, Chas. A. Lemmers, who had been editing the McHenry County Democrat under the direction of John A. Dufield since July 13 1883, was employed to handle the plant and edit the paper, under the direction of Luman T. Hoy, president of the Woodstock Sentinel Company. When the new company took possession of the Sentinel plant in 1891, it was badly "down at the heel" and needed considerable rejuvenation, and after the purchase of new materials and much hard labor it was gradually built up, so that it was recognized as one of the finest small town newspaper establishments in the state and the paper soon took its place as the leading Republican newspaper of the county. Mr. Lemmers had had many years of valuable experience on the opposition newspaper, the McHenry County Democrat, and very successfully built up the affairs of the Sentinel. Although the local newspapers at that time still continued to lambast each other from week to week, greater effort was given toward building the local and general news features, which meant better newspapers and a general improvement with increased reader interest. Lemmers Resigns. Mr. Lemmers continued with the Sentinel for twelve years, after which he resigned to take charge of the newly organized Woodstock Republican, which was founded on the assets of the Democrat, which had been purchased by Mr. Lemmers and a group of associates. After Mr. Lenimers' retirement from the Sentinel several changes were made in its management, but William W. Chandler, a very efficient printer; was placed in charge of the mechanical department, while various changes were made in editors. One of these was Iverson C. Wells, who had a checkered career of a year or more. He was succeeded by Walter T. Wheeler, who was at the helm when the writer took charge in 1906 and continued his work loyally with the Sentinel until he transferred to a position in the post office a few years later, from where he retired a few years ago. 50 Years a Printer. The present editor and publisher of the Sentinel began his career in newspaper work late in 1885, when his father, the late Fred Renich, established in Woodstock a German newspaper called McHenry County Volksblatt. For the first year or so the Volksblatt was printed in Chicago. During the week the editor gathered news items and advertising copy and on Thursday each week he went to Chicago, where the type was set and the paper printed. Early in 1887 the elder Renich purchased type and equipment and set up his own printing plant in Woodstock, and the young man took up his apprenticeship in his father's printshop. This continued until 1890, other members of the Renich family, particularly Charlotte (Lottie) and Fred L. Renich also assisting in the work after school hours. For about a year Robert Blank, a very efficient printer, had charge of the mechanical department. Mr. Blank was the father of Mrs. Charles L. Tryon of this city. Fred Renich made a very fine success of his newspaper during the five years he was at its helm. During those years there were hundreds of newly arrived German speaking families in McHenry and adjoining counties and the Volksblatt enjoyed a large circulation among those people. Its readers were scattered throughout all of the towns in McHenry county, as well as in Northern Kane county. It was especially popular in Dundee, Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Huntley, Marengo, Harvard and McHenry, as well as Woodstock. Editor Died In 1890 Fred Renich died in 1890, when his son, the present writer, was 18 years of age. It was a serious problem which confronted the bereft widow, our sainted mother, with seven children to clothe and feed, and to publish a newspaper in those days was no small problem. But we struggled on, the writer with his brother, Fred, and the assistance of that dear old friend, Alois Dreyer, Sr., a German scholar and gentleman, we went ahead. At that time the late William Kiel was one of our organization as a young apprentice and in 1891 our cousin, Ernest F. Fues, arrived from his boyhood home in Berne, Switzerland, and joined our force, so that we gradually reestablished the organization which had been so sadly disrupted by the death of the father. Thirty-one Years Ago. It was in 1906 that the writer took charge of the Sentinel as editor and business manager, following the resignation of Mr. Chandler. A consolidation of the Volksblatt and Sentinel plants had been formed and Mr. Fues came into the new organization, with Walter T. Wheeler continuing as local editor and Harry C. Pennock as shop foreman. There had been only four owners of the capital stock of the newspaper company prior to that time, but the capital stock was increased and the records show that following the reorganization, twenty-eight local business and professional men were the owners of stock. The list looked like a register of Woodstock's leading citizens. The list was as follows: R. J. Beatty, E. B. Losee, Geo. F. Rushton. Fred G. Schuett, A. K. Bunker, Fred A. Walters, William S. Thome, A. S. Wright, E. J. Heimerdinger, John M. Hoy, S. L. Hart, Theo. Hamer, Wm. S. McConnell, Geo. W. Conn, Jr., Otto E. Seiler, James F. Casey, D. T. Smiley, Emil Arnold, George L. Murphy, D. F. Quinlan, Bert J. Deitz, Walter T. Wheeler, Luman T. Hoy, Chas. II. Donnelly, E. T. Glennon, E. C. Jewett, G.E. Still, Chas. F. Renich. In the organization of the new company, L. T. Hoy continued serving as president for the first year or two, and was succeeded by William S. McConnell; Judge C. H. Donnelly was vice president; Theo. Hamer, secretary; E. C. Jewett, treasurer; and Chas. F. Renich, manager. Mr. Hamer, with the exception of a few years, when he was absent from Woodstock, has served the company most of the time as secretary for over thirty years, giving of his time and loyalty without any compensation for his services. As time passed most of the original stockholders sold their shares to the present editor, declaring that their purpose had been, in that manner, to help him acquire a controlling interest in the newspaper. Many Improvements Made. Among the improvements installed in the plant was a Junior linotype, the first typesetting machine in McHenry county. This was followed in 1912 by the Model S, at that time considered the last word in linotypes, which machine is still doing service in the plant. The years following 1906 were marked with hard work, keen competition and steady progress. Those were the balmy days when the Oliver typewriter plant enjoyed its most successful years. Woodstock had outstripped its swaddling clothes, and was a healthy, progressive city. Those were also exciting days in political affairs, with such men as Senator A. J. Olson, J. D. Donovan. Judge Donnelly, John Whitworth, E. C. Jewett, John Bolger, D. R. Joslyn. Sr., G. F. Rushton, G. W. Conn, Jr., H. A. Stone, and Fred G. Schuett among the active combatants. The men named have all passed to the Great Beyond. They were sturdy men, loyal to their convictions, who knew how to give blow for blow, and asked no quarter in a political battle. Naturally, the Sentinel was involved in most of this political strife and the editor came in for his share of praise or blame for whatever happened. Republican Purchased. Late in 1916 the Sentinel purchased the Woodstock Republican, which Mr. Lemmers had sold to George W. Conn, Jr., after he was compelled to leave Woodstock and seek a more favorable climate in Colorado. Mr. Conn had purchased the Republican, planning to convert it over into an agricultural paper, but things had not worked out as he wanted and he decided to retire from the newspaper business. At,that time A. W. Shipton and F. J. Hendricks were in direct charge of the Republican. Mr. Shipton is now the directing manager of the Springfield, Ill. Journal, a very influential newspaper owned by Col. I. C. .Copley of Aurora, and Mr. Hendricks has since served as County Treasurer. The Great War. In August, 1916, the German newspaper was discontinued as most of the older Germans were passing out and the younger generation became readers of the Sentinel. In 1917 came the Great War and the Sentinel played a leading part in the local events which followed. How proudly we saw our own Company G entrain for Rockford on that momentous day, when a whole company left Woodstock, some of them never to return. Those were anxious days which followed, with about fifteen hundred young men from McHenry county in the service. The Sentinel played its part during those trying days, and we believe played it well. Printing letters from the front was but a small part of our task. There were home activities to promote and encourage —Liberty bonds and other drives to initiate and support, the Red Cross, Salvation Army and other war organizations. There were broken hearts to sooth, as word came of tragedies to sadden the homes of loved ones. At last on that memorable November 11, 1918, came the Armistice and its glad tidings and in the following months the return of our heroes, and on one happy June day in 1919 all of McHenry county came to Woodstock to join in the great Homecoming celebration which we all remember so well. Daily Started In 1921. The Daily Sentinel was started in August 1921, and in its establishment the great ambition of the writer found its accomplishment. At the time some of our friends scoffed at our undertaking, some smiled and shook their heads, others encouraged us, but most everybody had serious misgivings as to its future stability. The publication of a daily newspaper in a town the size of Woodstock, close to the metropolitan city of Chicago, did not seem possible to most of our people, and many of our friends intimated that we were "flirting with the sheriff." But the Daily Sentinel came to stay and our people have gradually become "daily' minded," so that today they would not wish to be without it. At first it was predicted that only a few homes would care for the "daily," people would find the "weekly" sufficient, but the contrary has proven the fact, and today the people of Woodstock depend on the Daily Sentinel for their local news intelligence, and there is no weekly Sentinel locally. "Today's news today" is more than a slogan, it is a fact and no important news event occurs without it is promptly and carefully reported in the same or next day's issue of the "daily." After that it is no longer news in Woodstock. The Daily Sentinel does not attempt to compete with the larger dailies from Chicago and other neighboring cities, and in this fact, we believe, lies the success of our efforts to give Woodstock and McHenry county a successful daily newspaper. It is our plan to stress our effort on the local news events of this county and community, rather than to print the news of the world in general. To this fact we attribute the measure of success we have had in making the Daily Sentinel a welcome and friendly visitor to the hundreds of homes it enters every day. We are happy to state that the days of personal newspaper politics are past. In the years twenty-five and more ago all editors indulged in it more or less, but conditions have changed and today editors devote their time and talent more profitably to the upbuilding of their home communities, both morally and materially. Small town editors, especially, devote themselves wherever possible to bringing the news to their readers from the brighter side of life, minimizing wherever possible that which is drab and dark, not because they fear to print the whole truth, but because in the darkened shadows of life there is often a lack of understanding which the world cannot always fathom. Bright Future Ahead. After a record of eighty years, the Sentinel is still a Republican newspaper, and while the days of personal newspaper bickerings are passed, we believe that it is still our duty and our privilege to print the political facts as we find and see them. However, we shall continue to open our columns to the news events of our local Democratic friends, and hope to give them no just cause to feel that we are personally unfriendly or lacking in appreciation of their friendship and good will. "Onward and Upward" can well be the motto of this publication, and the management cannot let this opportunity pass to express its thanks for the generous patronage granted it by the public, for the friendly attitude of the people and for all of the friends who have loaned a hand in its daily appearance as a messenger of good will in this community. SENTINEL PRINTING COMPANY HANDLES MANY ACTIVITIES Late in 1935 the commercial printing department of this newspaper was sold to Chas. F. Renich and others and established as a separate and independent business enterprise. There were various reasons for this change, the most important of which was the fact that daily newspapers usually find it more practical to separate themselves from commercial printing. Experience has shown that a separation of the two lines of business is to the advantage of both. Combined with commercial printing, the Sentinel Printing Company handles stereotyping and during the past few months has entered photo-engraving on a small scale. While the major part of the stereotyping and photo-engraving now done in the printing plant is for the newspaper company, still the printing company does considerable work for outside newspapers, including the McHenry Plaindealer and Hebron Times. It is a matter of the future as to how much farther it may be profitable to go. Job Printing. Commercial printing covers a multitude of lines of work in this plant, from auction bills, letter heads, envelopes, through the whole range of small town printing to legal briefs and abstracts for the attorneys in appealing cases to the higher courts. The Sentinel has built up a reputation for printing auction bills which brings to this office the business from the farmers in all parts of the county. Neatness, accuracy and promptness are features of the Sentinel's service. The customer brings in the copy in the morning, and if necessary, in a few short hours the job is delivered. For the past season the Sentinel printed 50 auction bills for farmers in this county. Casting Stereotype Plates. The Sentinel Printing Company's casting department operates every afternoon, producing well-made stereotypes for the Daily Sentinel as well as for other newspapers. The plant is not only equipped for making good casts, but for sawing, routing and morticing as well. Making good stereotype casts from mats is an art which requires experience, patience and great care. Photo Engraving. Photo-engraving is not a new art, but in the large newspapers has been developed to an extent where pictures provide a very important part of each day's newspaper. No important event passes in the larger cities which is not shown in pictures, and in many cases the pictures carry the story more vividly than the news story. This was proven conclusively during the recent Ohio river flood disaster. Hugo F. Nelson, formerly a valued employee of the Woodstock Typewriter factory, has taken up photoengraving as a profession. About a year ago he began the study of this art as a student working with Cecil Shaler of the Crystal Lake Herald. Mr. Shaler learned the photo-engraving art more or less by himself over a period of many months, reading, studying and experimenting, until he built up his own plant at Crystal Lake and now supplies that newspaper with local pictures for each week's issue. Mr. Nelson and Mr. Shaler worked together last spring and built up a one-man photo-engraving plant for the Sentinel Printing Company, which today provides pictures both for the Daily Sentinel and McHenry Plain-dealer. Although this plant is still somewhat rudimentary and Mr. Nelson is only a beginner, it is to be noted that most of the pictures appearing in this Eightieth Anniversary edition were made by Mr. Nelson in his homemade photo-engraving plant. Mr. Nelson makes no pretence of being a finished photo-engraver, in fact he is very modest and will only claim that he believes he is making progress, but the writer feels that, considering the tools he has to work with and the handicaps he has had in learning the art, he is doing a fine piece of work of which we are indeed proud. WOODSTOCK MALE QUARTETTE: P. B. ANDERSON, T. B. MERWIN, CLARENCE COONRAD, J. W.I. FISH. The present personnel of the Woodstock Male Quartet, composed of P. B. Anderson, T. B. Merwin, C. A. Coonrad and J. W. L. Fish, reading from left to right, has been together for thirty years. Their superior blend of tone and harmony class them one of the finest musical organizations in this part of the State. No other group of musicians has lent more freely of their talents for the pleasure of Woodstock audiences than has this quartet, whose musical engagements have taken them over a wide radius from Woodstock. Their voices were heard regularly at one time, from one of the largest broadcasting stations in Chicago and phonographic records, made several years ago, are heard daily in several Mission stations in China. Their large repertoire includes music for all occasions. THEO. HAMER. Mr. Hamer has been associated with the Sentinel most of the time as secretary of the company for the past thirty-one years. He has had a long-career in public life in McHenry county, first as Deputy County Clerk, then sixteen years as Circuit Clerk, member of school board and many other activities. Mr. Hamer is now associated with the McHenry County Abstract Co. as an abstractor. He lives with his son, Theo. Jr. and daughter, Marjorie, at 405 North Hoy street. Wide choice of models to provide you with exactly the range you want—at a price that represents the biggest value. Don't buy any laundering equipment until you have seen the many exclusive features of the Norge Auto-built Washer and Duotrol Ironer. Come in and let us demonstrate. THE ROLLATOR COMPRESSOR . . . smooth, easy, rolling power instead of hurried back-and-forth action. Result —more cold for the current used. *REG. U. S. PAT. OFF. Wm. R. Burns Electrical Appliances 227 Main St. Phone 488 BORDEN ASSOCIATED COMPANIES PURCHASERS OF MILK MANUFACTURERS OF MILK PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTORS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD Congratulates the Woodstock Sentinel on its 80th Anniversary. Since 1857, the Borden Company has been performing a great service to the public that consumes milk and to the farmers that produce milk. Sanitation standards have been set and markets opened to further the sale of one of the most important food products in our country. The Woodstock Sentinel, too, has been a great factor in the growth and development of this community. Our sincere congratulations on your 80th Anniversary. Borden-Wieland Division of The Borden Company; P. E. Conway, Distributor for Borden-Wieland Products in Woodstock and Vicinity. Pfeiffer Pharmacy. For more than 65 years a Drug Store has been located in the Hoy Block on the corner of Cass and Benton streets. This store over the many years built up an enviable record in the dispensing of Drugs and Medicines, filling of Prescriptions and in the sale of those articles for personal use ordinarily sold in a Drug Store. It was in this store, then conducted by Mr. L. T. Hoy and under the management of Mr. Frank A. Daniels, that Raymond P. Pfeiffer, in 1911, began his apprenticeship as a Pharmacist. During the years 1913 and 1914 he attended the Northwestern University School of Pharmacy, after which he returned to the Hoy Drug Store to continue his employment. In 1919 Mr. Pfeiffer bought a half interest in the store, which was then known as The Hoy Pharmacy and in 1928 he acquired ownership of the store by the purchase from Mr. Hoy of the remaining half of this business, with its splendid record of service and since that time the store has been known as the PFEIFFER PHARMACY. This store has continued to go forward with a vision of continued and increased service to the people of this community. With the installation of Soda Fountain and Sandwich service in 1928, a complete modernization of the store interior followed and as always in the past, the aim of this store is to meet every worthwhile advance in the line of up-to-date merchandising which will rebound to the benefit of its patrons. PFEIFFER PHARMACY Invites your patronage. A most complete line of the newest and best articles to be found in any drug store is always obtainable in this store, whose Motto is, "If we have not got it, we will get it for you. If we cannot get it, it is not made." Raymond P. Pfeiffer, R. Ph. Woodstock, Illinois. Thriftiest Cars in All Ford History. Owners report 22 to 27 miles per gallon under ordinary driving conditions; Yet they're big, roomy cars with the same wheelbase and same body size as the brilliant "85" with modern style, rich appointments and quiet, sweet-running V-8 engines! THE NEW Thrifty "60" V-8 cars save you money, in a great big way, without cutting down size or comfort! They have the same Center-Poise ride as the brilliant "85" Ford V-8. The same steel-on-steel structure. The same new quick-stopping, easy-acting brakes. The same big luggage compartments and modern lines. But the "60" is powered by a smaller engine and carries a lower price tag. And though it can't quite match the brilliant 85's pick-up and top speed, it is still amongst America's best-performing low-price cars. Smooth, quiet and flexible as only a "V-8" can be! Come in and drive one today! your ford dealer FORD SALES and SERVICE Since 1910—More Than a Quarter of a Century PHONE 188 WOODSTOCK BOHN HARDWARE Seven Years of Progress. Miss Minnie Bohn began her experiences in this store as a clerk and Ernest Bohn, while still a school student became identified with this store when it was conducted by the late Mr. A. D. Osborn. After leaving school Ernest Bohn entered the employ of one of the largest hardware stores at Madison, Wis., where he secured valuable training in all branches of the hardware line. In 1929 The Bohn Hardware entered upon its career of business in this city. These years have been marked with progress in merchandising. Additional lines have been added, attractive window displays have won prizes, and brought the store renown. Last spring two tons of BULK GARDEN SEEDS were sold, also the HARDWARE for many of the finest homes in Woodstock has been selected from this store. SANTA CLAUS Is an annual visitor in Woodstock with HEADQUARTERS AT BOHN'S. An entire basement floor is filled with an all year around display of TOYS and GIFTS of all kinds for young and old. Many new and novel items in HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES and FURNISHINGS for any room in the home now on display in our store. We invite you to inspect our stock. See our complete line of new 1937 Wall papers now on display. Hundreds of papers by famous designers, in glorious colors for every type of decoration—new ideas, new colors. We can also service any sales. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Twentieth Century Edition THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Established 1856. Incorporated 1860. Subscription: $1.5O Per Year In Advance. A REPUBLICAN JOURNAL DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF WOODSTOCK AND MCHENRY COUNTY. L. T. HOY. President and Manager. C. A. LEMMERS. Local Editor and Foreman. VOLUME XLVL-NUMBER 23. WOODSTOCK, McHENRY COUNTY,ILLINOIS, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1901. WHOLE NUMBER 2363. Our object in issuing this special Issue of THE SENTINEL is that we may present to the world the merits of our city, showing to prospective settlers the advantages obtained here and the splendid privileges that are of essential value in modern life. Since with a city, as with a man, "it matters not what we were, but it's what we are today," we shall devote most of this issue to the Woodstock Of today, injecting just enough of the retrospective to make the paper worthy of preservation by its readers, and especially by those who have come upon the scene of action since any sketch of the history of Woodstock has been written. In this number we shall attempt no rhetorical pyrotechnics, but shall endeavor to make plain statements of facts, as briefly as may be and yet strictly to the point, not intentionally omitting any enterprise or person connectcd with the well-being and advancement of the city. It is intended that this shall be a faithful and reliable chronicle of Woodstock and all her constituent parts, without prejudice or partiality, and with such a purpose honestly in view, we crave the indulgence of the public. THE LOCATION OF WOODSTOCK Woodstock, Illinois, the geographical centre and county-seat of McHenry county, is located on the Wisconsin division of the Chicago And NorthWestern railway, 51 miles northwest of Chicago, 30 miles west of Waukegan, 20 miles north of Elgin, 30 miles east of Rockford. It is nestled in the bosom of the greatest agricultural and dairy section in the United States. While it has but one line of railroad, the fact that this line is one of the greatest of the North-Western system gives splendid accommodations to those who desire to travel in any direction. Fast trains carry the traveler to the great metropolis in but a fraction over an hour, giving its citizens advantages not possessed by denizens of more strictly inland cities and villages. The person so minded can board the train at Woodstock and, without changing depots, the trip to Portland, can be made with comfort and luxury not dreamed of by the founders of the city. According to the official census figures of 1900, the population of Woodstock is 2502, but the growth of the city has been so marked and steady the past year that it can now be safely-counted at 2800 or more. The population is made up of the dominant nationalities of the world. The early settlers hailed from New England, New York and Virginia, but later there came representatives of Kaiser Wilhelm's empire, sons of the Emerald Isle, pilgrims from the land of King Oscar, and the sturdy sons of Brittania, all intermingling and mixing to produce a sturdier type of manhood. None of the representatives of the pauper races of the old world have flocked here, so we have a truly representative citizenship, stalwart of body, vigorous of mind, brawny and thrifty, among whom the visitor finds pleasure in association. Strangers have often remarked upon the fine quality of our citizenship, and a representative of a large mercantile house in Chicago only a few days ago stated to the editor of THE SENTINEL that in all his travels (and he was an extensive traveler) he had not found a more truly American city. The growth of the city in the past ten yearshas been truly phenomenal, in 1890 the census gave us 1683 people, at about which figure we had remained for many years because of the lack of an inducement for people to locate here. Shortly after that time the progressive men of the city, realising that something must be done to promote its welfare, banded themselves together, and, by the sale of city lots, secured a sufficient fund with which to locate here a manufacturing establishment that would provide employment for our own young men and bring others here. This manufactory, the Tappan steam pump establishment, proved of short life, but soon after its failure the Improvement association secured the location here of a company for the manufacture of the Oliver typewriter, which has proved a blessing to the community and to which can be largely credited the splendid growth in population of about 48 per cent, during the ten years from l890 to 1900. Of this factory we shall speak more at length in another place. The growth of population naturally called for the erection of domiciles for the people, and more beautiful and comfortable homes have been erected within the past five years than during any ten years of the previous history of the city. The location of Woodstock is to its advantage. The greater portion of the city is elevated above the surrounding country. We are 954 feet above the sea level and 373 feet above Lake Michigan, the climate is healthful and delightful, the air in Winter being pure and bracing, crisp and exhilarating, while the heat of summer is tempered and rendered agreeable by refreshing breezes from Lake Michigan 30 miles away that are of common experience. It is estimated that the death rate of this city is about 10 persons in 1000 whereas the estimate of the state is placed at 14.60 and of the United States at 15.69. The infectious and contagious diseases so prevalent in other sections of the country are almost unknown here, one or two sieges of diphtheria and scarlet fever being all that have been recorded in our history, while of consumption and kindred ailments there is very little. The water supply of the city is pure and healthful, the people having free access to a mineral spring in the public park during the summer season, and all the year 'round the homes of the people are supplied from two artesian wells that are limitless in their supply. The city owns and maintains an electric light and water plant that is the finest of its kind in Northern Illinois,in the establishment of which more than $40,000 has already been expended.This system furnishes to the people, at a minimum of cost, arc lights for street ilumination,incandescents for the homes and business places, an abundance of pure water for household use and as a protection against fire, making the rates for fire insurance very low. The streets of the city are well kept, being lined with beautiful shade trees of luxuriant growth and making this the most beautiful inland city in the middle West. The people of Woodstock are of a high order of intelligence, as can be demonstrated from their patronage of the free public library of several thousand volumes and the fact that a number of literary and reading circles are regularly maintained and generously patronized, their readings being fully up to those of the most advanced reading circles in the country. This is a city of homes--beautiful homes, wherein are raised the loyal sons and lovely daughters, the prophecy of the country's happy future homes that are made better because of the presence of good school and church facilities, nearly every denomination of The latter being represented by active working organizations. The cost of living is moderate, the taxes are low and the daily advantages of citizenship are being increased by wise improvements executed by conscientious public officers. Its splendid climate, the accessibility to the great marts of trade and sources of thought,its pure water and vitalizing air, its elegant homes, worthy churces and substantial public and business edifices, all combine to make this an ideal place for residence and business purposes, as well as for manufacturing. Being located in the centre of a great agricultural and dairy district, surrounded as it were by the very fat of the land, the blessings of good crops are always ours to enjoy. Crop failures have never been known in McHenry County. Even in the past year, when there was less of rainfall than for many years, the crops have been above the average for other portions of the state anil country, and the farming element, Which is an important factor in our prosperity, is in good condition and enjoying blessings that are for the time being denied less fortunate agriculturists. The diversity of our crops is such that if one crop fails, another will be large, and thus our farmers do not know what is meant by absolute failure of crops. HOW WE ARE EQUIPPED To Supply the Wants of Men in all Lines of Trade or Endeavor Few cities the size of Woodstock are so bountifully supplied with the things that go to make up the full-orbed man, to minister not only to his temporal wants, but to appeal to his higher and better nature. All lines of trade are represented by establishments that are so well-founded that a business failure has been unknown for many years. Our schools are well officered and provided with instructors who are capable (Continued on fourth page.) OUR EARLY HISTORY Story of Our Establishment Frequently Visited by the Fire Fiend and Substantially Rebuilt of Brick and Stone The location of Woodstock dates back to about the year 1843 or 1844. A short time previous to that date the Legislature had seen fit to divide the county of McHenry, which then embraced what are now Lake and McHenry counties. At that time the county-seat was the village of McHenry but the division left the county-seat on the extreme eastern edge of the county, and in the year 1843, the people of the county voted to change their seat of governmentto the center of the county: now now Woodstock, then the centre of an extensive forest. With rare foresight, Alvin Judd and a few others pre-empted a claim as near as they could determine to the geographical centre of the county, and built a cabin upon it. Those who were concerned with the erection of the first house in Woodstock were Alvin Judd, I.A. Austin, Joseph Goulder, Joel Wood, John Pierce, Daniel Blair, George H. Griffing and Frederick Belcher, now all gathered to their fathers. As soon as the location of the county-seat at this point had been determined upon, Mr. Judd laid out a village (this was in 1844), calling it Centerville. In the midst of a two-acre park, about which the village was to be built, there was was erected a court house and jail. After the plat of the village had been made, Judd sold it to George C. Dean who, in June of the same year, caused it to be recorded. Centerville was a village of short life, on account of there being so many villages of that name in the country, the citizens showed their good sense in selecting another name and petitioning the Legislature to change it to Woodstock, which through the efforts of Joel H. Johnson was accomplished, he desiring it named Woodstock after his former home in Vermont. Authorities differ as to who erected the first dwelling house in the new village. Some say that Bradford Burbank erected the first log house in 1843; others that Alvin Judd erected the first dwelling, which was a part of the old Exchange hotel, which stood where the McHenry County State Bank is now located. It is also said that the third frame house erected was built by Joel H. Johnson, being the present home of E. E. Furer, on Jackson street. During the summer of 1845 Frederick Belcher erected another hotel on the site of the present court house. This hotel, when it was moved, was divided and part of it is now the home of Hiram Smith and part the home of Mrs. margaret Graham. Gradually the store buildings began to be erected around the public square, the first store being opened by Josiah Dwight and Oscar Beach on the site where the Whitson store now stands At that time the population of the village was about 200 which gradually increased until agitation began for railroad facilities and shortly after year 1850 the railroad was secured and Woodstock began to grow and become of more importance. In 1847 the present court house was erected at a cost of about $40,000, the old court house in the park being destroyed by fire as the best way of getting rid of it. In 1858 and 1859 the public square was graded and shade trees were set out, which are now the pride of every citizen. Work of the Fire Fiend. Perhaps no city of equal size in Northern Illinois has suffered more and been benefited more by the fire fiend than has Woodstock. The first destructive conflagration occurred in 1851, when the buildings on the east end of the south side of the square were burned, the fire originating in the office of the Woodstock Argus, the losers being Ira Trowbridge, Alonzo Anderson, and Jacob Petrie. On February 21, 1860, fire broke out in Clapp's tin store on the east side of the square, the damage being small, and the following night the loft of the livery stable on Main street, owned by M.L. Joslyn, was discovered in flames and the building was destroyed. Henry Sherwood's saloon and R.G. Schryver's furniture rooms also burned. On Sunday, October 8, 1871, the date on which the great Chicago fire started, the wst portion of the south side of the square burned, the principal losers being John Bunker, Bunker Bros., Brink & Sanford, James Lumley, John McMahon, C.H. & E.W. Blossom, Timothy Crowley, J. Thomas and John Donelly, the total loss being about $20,000. On the night of August 27, 1872, all of the buildings on the east side of the square, from Washington street to Dietz street, were consumed by the dreaded element,making next to the largest loss ever experienced at one time from this source. Sixteen store buildings, one dwelling and three barns were destroyed, the loss being estimated at $31,000. Among the losers were the National bank, the Exchange hotel, Holcomb Brothers, C.H. Dickinson, E.E. Furer, Fred Arnold, George Bachmah, I.L. Kappler, E. Richards & Son, M. Best, Richmond & Bird, Thomas Whitson & Sons, D.W. Robinson, J. Foreman & Sons, J.L. Hoyt, T.B. Wakeman and J.A. Parrish. The fire was supposed to be the work of an incendiary. The city had no fire protection. On Saturday, June 5, 1875, I.A. Austin's Livery barns, containing several valuable horses, and Mrs. Hunt's warehouse, were destroyed, the loss being $10,000. On March 6, 1880, the Dacy warehouse and adjoining buildings and the R.C. Jefferson warehouse went up in smoke, the fire originating from the work of burglars in the American Express office. The principal losers by this fire were T.J. Dacy, $13,000; Furer & Slocum, on grain in the Jefferson warehouse, $2000; E.R. Bird, $1,500; J.H. Durfee, $2,000; R.C. Jefferson, $3,000; W.D. Ringland New Era office, $2,000; H.D. Judd, feed store, $1,800. On May 13, 1882, the interior of the Kellogg block, then owned by E. Session, was gutted, and the remainder of the block narrowly escaped. On Feb. 1, 1892, the east side of Main street was almost entirely wiped off the city's map, the buildings destroyed being the Waverly House, conducted by W.H. Hobbs, where the fire originated; H.J. Herdklotz's saloon, building owned by Robinson estate; J.P. Kimberly building, used as a billiard parlor and residence of B. Mullen and family; Alois Dreyer's harness shop, (Robinson building), Thomas Casey's restaurant (Robinson building); E.A. Knight's livery, feed, and sale stable (Joslyn building); A.B. Cowlin's store building, unoccupied, and Mrs. F.P. Donnelly's confectionery store. Damage was also done to A.D. Kennedy's building, the Stone I&I Hart shoe store and M.G. Tripp's photograph gallery. The total loss was estimated at $35,000. Only the favorable direction of the wind saved the Hoy block from destruction. On April 15, 1893, the entire south half of the east side of the public square was consumed by fire, which originated in the livery barn of M. Church, on Jefferson street. The old "Rat-hole," and old landmark with an interesting history, which stood where M. Sherman's jewelry store now is, went with the rest of the tumble-down buildings in the block. The losers were: German Lutheran society, church; M. Church, barn, millinery store and residence; Leidig & Chapman's barber shop; E.S. McFadden's hardware store and tinshop; Sanford, tailor shop; C.F. Gaulke, meat market; R. McCormick, tinshop; G.S. Schneider, tailor shop; D.T. Ring, shoe repair shop. Most of the buildings destroyed were the property of the D.W. Robinson estate. While each of these conflagrations was a disaster at the time of its occurence, it was nevertheless a blessing in disguise, for in each instance, on the grounds burned over, new and substantial brick and stone structures were etected, and today there are but few wooden buildings in the business portion of the city, and no city of its size has so manh or so fine business structures as we justly boast of. OFFICIAL LIFE OF THE CITY Men Who Have Served It In Various Capacities Woodstock was incorporated by a special act of the Legislature approved June 22, 1852, when the government was invested in a president and a board of trustees. The original charter was several times amended, giving the village officers greater powers. An examination of the old records of the village shows many interesting and amusing things. In the earliest days it was often a difficult matter to obtain the attendance of all the members of the village board, and, to correct this failure a resolution was introduced fining absentees who failed to give a good excuse for their absence and these fines were often enforced. The fathers of the village lived in exciting times. The village was full of groggeries and it seemed to be a hard task for the village officers to control them or to compel them to pay the small license fee extracted, but of these things we may refer at length elsewhere in this paper. Woodstock has been extremely fortunate in the character of the men who have served her in official capacities. No more than twice in the nearly fify years of her corporate existence has there been a suspicion that the city's funds were being misappropriated, and then the amounts involved were very small. Following is a substantially complete list of the officers who served the village from 1852 until its incorporation as a city in 1873. In securing this list we have expended a large amount of time hunting through the old record books, and there may be a few slight erroros in dates and a few unimportant omissions, but the list is as near correct as it can be got, and we give it for the preservation of the generations that have come into existence since these early fathers have passed to their reward. Among the names that follow will be found those of the founders and promoters of our city, the fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers of many of the readers of this article PRESIDENTS OF THE BOARD Alvin Judd, 52-4 Enos Smith, 54-5 Neill Donnelly, 55-6,60-1 Melvin B. Baldwin, 57-8 M. W. Hunt, 58-9 H. B. Burton, 59-60 M. L. Joslyn, 61-2, 66-7 H. S. Hanchett, 62-3 William Kerr, 63-5-6 John S. Wheat, 67-8 B. N. Smith, 68-9 M. D. Hoy, 69-70 E. E. Richards, 70-1-2 L. H. Davis, 72-3 VILLAGE TRUSTEES Joseph Goulder, 52-3 Lawrence S. Church, 52-3 Cyrus B. Durfee, 52-3, 65-6 Ira C. Trowbridge, 52-3 Ithrum Taylor, 52-3 George H. Griffing, 52-5,9 (resigned in May), 61-2, 64-5 Arad Sly, 53-7 F. I. Mansfield, 53-4 Erick Knutson, 53-4 Charles M. Willard, 53-4, 58-9 William B. Hart, 53-5 Lindsey Joslyn, 53 (6 months), 57-8 George W. Bentley, 53-4 [Continued on fourth page.] CITY HALL [photo 121 Van Buren Street] COURT HOUSE [photo 101 N. Johnson Street] COUNTY JAIL [photo 115 N. Johnson Street] PUBLIC SCHOOL [photo -destroyed by fire December 19, 1919] THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901. KING OF TYPEWRITERS Only Successful Machine That Writes in Sight. A Sketch of the Oliver Typewriter Factory, Located in Woodstock—Its Officers, Superintendent and Foremen. Diploma of Gold Medal, or Highest Award GIVEN THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. Extract from report of Superintendent of Awards, which explains the method pursued in awarding the Oliver Typewriter the Highest Award or Diploma of Gold Medal. Four classes of awards were offered to exhibitors, namely: Diplomas of Gold medals, Diplomas of Silver Medals, Diplomas Of Bronze medals, Diplomas of Honorable Mention Notwithstanding the effort which had been made to provide a set of rules at once simple and definite, it was evident as soon as the juries had begun their work that a construction of these rules would be necessary. The juries and jurors in determining awards considered only absolute merits of articles judged. A question that arose very early in the sittings of the juries concerned itself with the standard of comparison to be adopted. Were the exhibits in a group to be compared one with another or were all to be compared with an ideal standard? The discussion of Ihe question resulted in a construction of the rule under which all exhibits were compared with an ideal standard, which was taken to be the highest state of the art in the subject under consideration. Therefore, the award of the gold medal to the Oliver typewriter under this method of comparison with an "ideal standard" is a statement of recognition that the Oliver Typewriter represents the "highest state of the art;" and, as the highest state of the art could only be obtained from a use and knowledge of all makes of typewriters, including both those competing and those not competing for awards, the award is a plain statement that the Oliver is the best machine made. Points of examination included: For correspondence purposes; for commercial billing; for railway billing; for tabulating; for library and index cards; for manifolding; for telegraphers' use. COMMITTEE ON EXAMINATION: Wm. L. Auinbaugh. Patent office. Henry M. Paul, Prof. in Naval Academy, Ambrose Swasey, of the Warner & Swasey Co., Manufacturers of Telescopes and Fine Machinery, Cleveland, Ohio. Marcus Benjamin, Patent office. That the public may see that the Oliver typewriter factory, of which we speak in this article, is worthy of the space given it, we herewith quote an extract from the report of the superintendent of awards of the Pan-American exposition, in which it is shown why the Oliver is considered the finest typewriter machine manufactured. In beginning this article we must first express our thanks to A. L. Coburn, editor of the McHenry County Record, for many of the facts presented and acknowledge to him the debt we owe him for the many fine historical and biographical sketches that have appeared in these columns from his versatile pen, and also our gratitude to Superintendent John Whitworth for many courtesies extended. GENESIS OF THE OLIVER MACHINE: The invention and manufacture of the modern typewriting machine has grown out of the strenuous life of the American people, who are more anxious to accomplish much in a little time than any other nationality of people on earth. It was further needed to keep abreast of the rapid advancement that has been made in all lines of endeavor. On the principle that "time is money," the inventors of this age have wrought improvements that substantially annihilate time. The business man of today, unlike his predecessor of twenty-five years ago, could not begin to keep up with his correspondence without the aid of this greatest labor-saving invention of the age, and the result, were he deprived of its use would be great loss and inconvenience. The use of the typewriter is an absolute necessity in these busy times, and among all the great machines manufactured the Oliver easily takes the lead, not only because of its simplicity and durability, but because the fact that it "writes in sight." The Oliver Typewriter is an invention from which mankind is reaping a benefit, there being no more useful labor-saving device in this age than the writing machine which enables those having a large amount of writing to do to greatly lessen the labor to multiply the product. In fact, we have remarked before, such is the great increase of business and [ ] of all kinds, that were it not for the invention of the typewriter it would be almost impossible to transcribe by hand the vast amount of written matter that it is necessary to produce. The Oliver, now at the head and [ ] of all of the successful typewriters of the day is an invention of the brain of the Rev. Thomas Oliver [late?] a minister of Methodist Episcopal church at Epworth, Ia. Mr. Oliver had a great desire to have his [sermons?] typewritten, and possessing an inventive turn of mind, he began experimenting with the idea of making a machine for his own use. He saw the great advantage of having the typewritten line appear on the page as he wrote it and labored with that end in view . As he progressed, he [?] he was developing an invention of importance and by degrees he created? an entirely new device for [?] visible typewriting." vis: the typewritten page appearing plainly on the page as he wrote it, without having to lift a lever to see it. He labored with small means and very crude materials and spent many months in perfecting his first machine, which was a very crude and imperfect affair, constructed at his home of the simplest materials. Crude as it was, it worked well and contained the principles of the present perfect and highly finished Oliver. This first machine is now on exhibition in a window of the offices of the Oliver Typewriter Co. in Chicago. FIRST SUCCESSFUL VISIBLE WRITER: The Oliver was the first "visible" or "sight" typewriter which has become a commercial success. After many efforts Mr. Oliver perfected his machine, secured a patent and a stock company was organised in Iowa, with a capital stock of only $20,000, for the manufacture of this typewriter, the first sales being made to his ministerial friends. These old machines are still in use and doing good work to this day. They were manufactured at Epworth, Ia. In the fall of 1895 a number of Chicago capitalists became interested in the enterprise, as they saw the value of the new machine. Among them were such men as Granger Farwell, James Viles, Jr.. Delavan Smith, William Waller, James S. Harlan, Douglas Smith, R. S. Peale, Bennett B. Botsworth and Lawrence Williams. These gentlemen were among the first to enlist their capital and confidence in this enterprise, and the success of the Oliver typewriter and the rapid progress of this industry is very largely due to them, as they stood by the enterprise in its small beginnings and when it needed friends. In 1895 a new stock company was organized, with a capital stock of $200,000, having an office in Chicago. The same year the manufacturing plant was moved to Woodstock, where a suitable brick building 200 x 80 feet was donated by the city, which is well adapted for the manufacture of the machine, although the rapid growth of the enterprise and the immense sale of the machine have crowded the building with employees and machinery, so that it appears to be only a question of a short time before a substantial addition will have to be made to the plant in order to meet the orders that are coming in. Only a short time ago the capital stock of the corporation was increased to $350,000, and much of this stock is held by local citizens who could see that in this institution we have a manufactory with a growing future, which is bound in time to pay handsome dividends to its stockholders. Up to this time the larger part of the earnings of this establishment have been put into new equipment, the establishment of agencies and the efficient advertisement of the machine, which now finds a market wherever the typewriter has been adopted as a means of quick communication. Granger Farwell was president of the company from 1896 to 1898, and James Viles, Jr. in 1899. The present officers of the company, who are among Chicago's most shrewd and enterprising business men, are: President Lawrence Williams. Vice-President Delavan Smith. Secretary and Treasurer E. H. Smith. Manager Ricord Gradwell. Factory Superintendent John Whitworth, who makes his home here. The Oliver typewriter manufactory has become an assured and undoubted success and is one of the money-making concerns of the day. Less than five years since the business was done from a small room on the ninth floor of a Chicago office building, with but one bookkeeper and one stenographer, and now its spacious and well-equipped office occupies 32,000 feet of store space in Chicago alone at 107-109 Lake street. There are employed in these offices thirty-six persons. The company has branch houses and general agencies in all the larger American and European cities among them Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Buffalo, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Atlanta, Chattanooga, Louisville, San Francisco, and besides between 2500 and 3000 local agencies scattered throughout the United States. Among the foreign offices are Montreal, City of Mexico, Monterey, Mex.; Merida, Yucatan; Honolulu; London, Eng.; Paris, France; Havre, Berlin, Frankfort, Oss Baden, Baden; Sidney, Australia; and many other important points. THE WOODSTOCK MANUFACTORY: When the company first moved its plant to Woodstock 160 persons were employed. The number has since been increased to more than 200. The second year the plant produced an average of six and two-fifths machines daily. In 1898 thirty machines were manufactured daily. The plant is now producing about forty machines a day and must soon increase its output if it hopes to keep up with its orders. A large part of the force has been compelled for several months past to work three to four evenings a week in order to meet the demands of the market. The machine has been greatly perfected, and placed beside the first crude machines manufactured at Epworth, would scarcely be recognized. Practical and skillful mechanics have labored continuously to perfect the Oliver, and it is now the best visible typewriter and will do one-third more work than any other machine on the market. It is the finest manifolding machine in the world, is very simple in construction and easy to learn. It has a standard keyboard and is considerably lighter to the touch than the best standard machines. The best materials that can be purchased are used in its construction. At the Paris exposition it was awarded a gold medal, and also at the Pan-American Philadelphia the gold medal for uses mentioned elsewhere. THE CHICAGO OFFICE: The Chicago house employs about twenty regular traveling salesmen, who represent the Oliver typewriter alone, and by them it is Introduced to all parts of the world. In June, 1900, but four railroads in the United States had adopted the Oliver. Today about 160 of the leading roads use it and praise its excellencies. Among its prominent patrons are the Carnegie Co.. American Steel and Wire Co., Jones & Langhlin (Limited), Heinz Pickle Co., John Hancock Insurance Co., Montgomery Ward & Co., Reed, Murdoch & Co., Schlesinger & Mayer, J.V. Farwell & Co., the United States treasury department and other government departments, a number of the leading schools and colleges of the country, and leading concerns and prominent persons the world over. PERSONNEL OF THE MANUFACTORY: Superintendent Whitworth and the foremen of various departments. The employees of the Oliver typewriter factory in Woodstock are most of them American born and nearly all are from the surrounding counties from Woodstock. Most of them are skilled mechanics, who have devoted their attention for years to the Oliver, while some of them have learned their business in the employ of the company and have become experts in the manufacture of the Oliver. In Woodstock, they have enviable reputations and are noted for their intelligence and good manners and are far superior to the employees of manufacturing establishments generally, which is a truth that is uttered not to flatter, but because it is true. SUPERINTENDENT JOHN WHITWORTH (PHOTO): The company has a capable and efficient superintendent in the person of John Whitworth, who assumed his present duties in '98. A brief sketch of his life is of interest. Mr. Whitworth was born in England Jan. 30, 1858. Walter Whitworth, his father, was a skilled mechanical engineer and capitalist, who descended from an English family of manufacturers. Walter Whitworth introduced the manufacture of cotton cloth into Russia and was one of the owners and builders of the first cotton mill there. John Whitworth, the superintendent of the Oliver factory, received an excellent education in select boarding schools and came to America at 19 years of age. His brother Thomas, had preceded him and is now general manager and treasurer of the Piano and Organ Supply Co., of Chicago, which is the largest of the kind in America. John Whitworth entered the employ of the Fitchberg Railroad Co., Massachusetts, and remained with them two years. He then came to Chicago and entered the employ of E. P. Preston & Co., fire department supplies, beginning in a humble capacity, and by his industry, capability and attention to his business, worked his way to the superintendency of the mercantile department. He was later superintendent of the Fowler Cycle Co. two years, and in 1898 came to Woodstock as superintendent of the Oliver typewriter works, in which he is also one of the stockholders. Mr. Whitworth is a married man, his wife being formerly Miss Jennie Clark, and they reside in this city. Mr. Whitworth has had a wide experience in the management of mechanical enterprises and thoroughly understands his business. Since his connection with the Oliver, a marked advancement has been shown in the efficiency of the manufacturing department, as, while but few more men are employed, a great increase has been made in the number of machines manufactured, and a general improvement made in the perfected Oliver. Mr. Whitworth has the confidence and respect of the employees of the company and stands high in Woodstock as a reputable citizen. GEORGE JAMES GRIFFITHS (PHOTO): The assembling department of the Oliver typewriter works is fortunate in having as its expert foreman a man of such signal ability as George James Griffiths, who for the past five years has made himself invaluable in his department and has honestly gained the esteem and good-will of the management. He was born in London, Eng., in 1864, son of James and Charlotte Griffiths. James Griffiths, his father, was an able machinist. He came to Canada with his family in 1868, sailing from Liverpool to Quebec when George was but 4 years of age. George J. Griffiths received part of his education at Guelph, Ont., where his father settled, and part in England, whither the family returned when George was but 12 years old. He was between 14 and 15 years of age when be began to learn the machinist's trade in the Royal Small Arms Gun factory at Enfield, Eng., a British government manufactory. Here he learned the rudiments of the machinist's trade with thoroughness, remaining in this establishment three years. He returned to America at about 19 years of age. He spent some time with the Witten Arms Co. in Germany. He was with the Marlin Arms Co., New Haven, Conn., Ames Manufacturing Co., Chicopee, Mass., and ten years with the National Sewing Machine Co., of Belvidere. Ill. In 1896 he came to Woodstock and became the foreman of the assembling department of the Oliver typewriter, and under his efficient management this department is in excellent condition. The Oliver typewriter as a perfect machine is greatly indebted to Mr. Griffiths for practical improvements. It is true of this beautiful machine, as it stands today, that it is the product of many minds. Mr. Griffiths brought to the company the thorough and careful training of the English machinists, who are among the most skilled in their profession. He resides in Woodstock, is a man of faith and of a strong, hardy personality, and has a record from his employers as an honest and straightforward man. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen. STEPHEN HORR (PHOTO): The efficient foreman of the mechanical department of the Oliver typewriter factory, Stephen Horr, has been connected with this enterprise from almost its inception. He was in the employ of Marshall Bros., manufacturers and wholesale dealers in dental supplies, when they manufactured the second typewriter ever made for Mr. Oliver in 1891. Mr. Horr worked on this machine and assisted Mr. Oliver in its construction. Stephen Horr was born at Hamilton, Ill., July 4, 1860, son of John Horr. When young he received the usual common school education and began to learn the machinist trade, when he was about 15 years of age, at Des Moines, Ia., in the Novelty Iron works. He remained with this concern four years and was then with the North-Western Railroad Co. two years, after which he was employed in the Eagle Iron works four years, so that when he engaged with Marshall Bros., of Des Moines, and became interested in the construction of the Oliver typewriter, he was a very skilled machinist and fine workman of wide experience and brought to the aid of Mr. Oliver, who was not a mechanic, the great advantage of a trained mind and faculties which had been rendered acute by his long and successful career as a machinist. In June, 1892, he entered the employ of the Oliver typewriter Co. at Epworth and has since remained with them as one of their most skillful machinists and foremen. He came to Woodstock in 1895 as foreman of the mechanical department and has made many valuable suggestions looking towards the perfection of the Oliver typewriter. Mr. Horr is a man of family and a respected citizen of Woodstock, where he resides. Fraternally he is a member of a lodge of the I. O. O. F. at Des Moines. He is a WORKS OF THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER COMPANY (PHOTO). THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER (PHOTO) DRILL PRESS DEPARTMENT (PHOTO) Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL 3 typical American machinist of the higher class - industrious, painstaking, of fine inventive faculties and a man held in high esteem as a valued member of the typewriter force. EDWIN E. MEAD (PHOTO): Many of the arts and sciences are called into use to render the Oliver not only of the highest utility, but a "thing of beauty and a joy forever." Among them nothing is more essential than enameling. This art no doubt originated with the Japanese. Their ancient lacquer work is so highly finished that there is nothing in any country to compare with it. The Oliver, however, is one of the most beautifully enameled and ornamented machines in existence. The able foreman of this department is Edwin E. Mead, who possesses much natural artistic talent. He was born in Woodstock. Ill., Feb. 9, 1868, son of Charles and Rosina P. (Woodard) Mead. Charles Mead was born in New York state and came in pioneer days with his father to Illinois. He afterward served his country faithfully in our great Civil war. Edwin E. our subject, received his education in the public schools of Woodstock, and learned the trade of painter and decorator in this city beginning at the age of 17 years. In 1887 he moved to Clay Center. Neb., and in 1892 moved to Elgin, residing there two years, and there he learned the art of enameling. In 1894 he returned to Woodstock where he resumed his business as a decorator. In 1896 he became the foreman of the enameling department at the Oliver works. He began with but one bake oven four feet square, and with the development of the business his facilities have been increased, and he now has an oven space covering 400 feet in full operation, and has made remarkable advancements in his line of the work. Great care is taken to have enameling artistic and perfect, and the ornamentation in fine taste, and in this department are required neat and tasteful workmen. Mr. Mead has under him a number of experienced workmen, all of whom he has educated to the work. In fact, it is well to say here that all the employees of the Oliver have been carefully selected and well trained to their different occupations and frequently remain in the same line for years. Thus each part of the work is perfected under experienced specialists. Mr. Mead married at Elgin, Ill., Lyda M. Clifford, of Elgin. They reside in Woodstock and own their own home on Jefferson street. Fraternally, Mr. Mead is a member of the Modern Woodmen of America. LOUIS JOHNSON (PHOTO): Many of those we call American mechanics come from every civilized country and combine the mechanical excellence of each. It is doubtful if much difference in degree of skill is to be found in men from any of those other countries who have developed superior mechanical appliances, and certainly a country which produced such a master genius as Erickson, inventor of the Monitor, is second to none. Mr. Johnson, the efficient foreman of the tabulator and repair department of the Oliver, was born at Jonkoping, Sweden. May 26, 1863, and received the usual common school education of his country. When he was about 12 years of age he began to learn the printer's trade, at which he worked for two and one-half years. At 15 he left the printer's trade and undertook to learn the machinist's trade in his native city. Six months later he came to America, sailing from Guttenburg to Boston in 1880, and thence directly to Chicago and entered the machine shop of Nelson A Erickson. Afterward he was with the Union Mfg. Co. in Chicago and was then in the employ of the Charles S. Besley Machine Supply works, Chicago. In 1885 he went to Belvidere. Ill., where he engaged as adjuster with the National Sewing Machine works, continuing with them until 1896. In 1897 he came to Woodstock and was employed by the Oliver Typewriter Co. in the assembly department. In 1900 he was promoted, for his skill and capacity, to be foreman of the tabulator and repair department. Mr. Johnson is a dexterous mechanic and has made radical reforms in his department, which has now reached a high state of perfection. Fraternally, he is a member of the Knights of the Globe. Mr. Johnson married at Belvidere. Ill., Emma W. Raywood. They have three children. Mr. Johnson is a citizen of repute in Woodstock. LESTER A. MORELAND (PHOTO): If a thing is to be well done, good tools are a prime necessity. If the mechanism of delicate construction, as that of the Oliver, still finer tools must be made and those adapted to a peculiar construction. One of the first requisites in the production of the Oliver was to make the tools with which to construct the machine. Mr. Moreland is foreman of this important department. He was born on a farm in Cayuga county, N. Y., Dec. 11, 1873, son of Lewis Moreland a carpenter and skilled mechanic. Lester A. received his education in the public schools and attended an academy for some time, thus receiving a fair education, but wishing to improve his mind and fit himself still better for his business, he later took a course in a correspondence school in mechanical engineering. When about 16 years of age he began to learn the machinist's trade in the works of the Straight Line Engine Co., of Syracuse, N. Y.. where he remained for two years. He then entered the employment of the E. C. Stearns Bicycle Co., of Syracuse, N.Y. and was then with the American Humber Bicycle Co, at Westboro, Mass., for one and one-half years, part of which time he was foreman in one of the departments. In 1897 he went to Toronto, Can., where he was assistant superintendent of the Stearns Bicycle Co. In 1898 he came to Woodstock and engaged with the Oliver typewriter as toolmaker. Three months later, his skill being recognized, he became foreman of this important department, and here the peculiar tools necessary to the Oliver are made. Mr. Moreland is an essential factor in the invention and improvement of these tools and his zeal in the perfection of his department renders it of the highest utility. Mr. Moreland resides with his family in Woodstock, where he is well known and has many friends. Fraternally, he is a member of the Masons and a man of excellent character. He married in 1899 at Franklinville. Ill., Emma J. Chappel, born in Alden township, McHenry county, daughter of Henry and Maria (Stewart) Chappel. Mr. Chappel was a soldier in the Civil war in which he was wounded. HARRY CROSS (PHOTO): Here is a gentleman of no ordinary ability as an inventor and machinest, and to him are due several important improvements in the Oliver Typewriter. He is the head inspector of the Oliver and every machine comes under his critical eye and is passed as perfect on his judgment. Harry Cross was born in Birmingham, England, Feb. 23, 1860, son of Thomas Cross, an edge-tool manufacturer who at that time conducted a large establishment in Birmingham. Harry received his education in the common schools of his native city and when he was about 17 years of age entered a sewing machine manufactory at Birmingham, where he thoroughly learned the business of a machinist. He worked in this establishment until he came to America in 1850 and went direct to Hamilton, Ont., where he found employment in a sewing machine manufactory for about one and one-half years. He then went to Toledo, Ohio and engaged in a sewing machine establishment there. He then came to Belvidere, Ill., where he worked in a similar establishment nine years. By this time he had gained a wide experience and was a complete master Of his profession. In 1895 he came to Woodstock and became head inspector of the Oliver typewriter works, a position for which he was exceedingly well equipped and which he has held with credit to himself and satisfaction to his employers. Mr. Cross has sought in every way to improve the Oliver and has turned his inventive faculties to good account in the invention of several improvements which he has patented and which are considered of high value by the management. Mr. Cross is a gentleman of very pleasant manners and of an open and friendly disposition. He is president of the Woodstock Pleasure club, and has been for several years, his conduct of the office being so eminently satisfactory to all concerned. He is also a member of the Knights of Pythias. H.E. WILLMORE: For several years the foreman of the electro-plating and polishing room was Arthur H. Lymburner, who came with the factory from Epworth where he had been in its employ since 1893. A few months ago he ceased his labors in this position and was succeeded by H. E. Willmore, a man Of small physique, but of great capabilities, who is proving a worthy successor to Mr. Lumburner and filling this difficult place to the satisfaction of all concerned. He is an experienced workman and possesses the elements of character needed in his exacting position, and we regret that we have been unable to obtain a photograph of the gentleman or a more complete sketch of his life. OF BENEFIT TO WOODSTOCK: To the people of Woodstock this enterprise has proven of great benefit. It has given lucrative, steady and healthful employment to many of the younger people, both male and female, and every two weeks dispenses wages that are largely spent here. This has given a great stimulus to the business houses of the city, increased the price of real estate and rentals, and brought a new and vigorous element into our business and social life. It keeps the young men who are worthy at home by giving them employment, whereas before the establishment of this enterprise many of the most energetic were forced to hunt for employment elsewhere much to the detriment of the city. It has resulted in the building of a large number of modern and comfortable homes most of which are occupied by the persons who built them, although there are many who rent their homes as there are in every community of laboring people. It has resulted in the growth of the city at a rate unequalled by any other city in Northern Illinois, and by a class of people who are a credit to the city and worthy of entering the best society. The daily shipments of Oliver typewriters by express and freight are an inspiration to all who behold them and are productive of much favorable comment on the part of strangers who visit this city. The factory is located in the North ward, only a few rods north of the C. & N.-W. depot. Its surroundings are beautifully kept by Superintendent Whitworth and his assistants, and in the dryest days of summer the beds of flowers and close-cropped lawn are pleasing to the eyes of the employees of the factory as they come to or go from their work. Great is the Oliver and worthy of all praise are those who have had a hand in making it the great success that it is. If you say you are good, ask yourself if it be true. INSPECTION DEPARTMENT (PHOTO). MEAD & CHARLES TELEPHONE No. 41 UP-TO-DATE GROCERS SHERMAN BLOCK (ADVERTISEMENT) THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901. A VERY LIVELY CITY (Continued from the first page) and efficient. Our churches are progressive and their pastors are men of broad learning and scholarly attainments. The fact of the matter is that no city in this section is more desirable as a residence place, where families can be reared away from the contaminating influences that prevail in the larger cities, and yet with all the advantages needed to equip them for the stern duties of life. It is the purpose of this article to tell what we have here, without going at length into the merits of any enterprise. which task will he reserved for another portion of this issue. Briefly stated, we have: A brewery. A rabbitry. A city hall. Two hotels. An armory. A gun shop. A news depot. Eight saloons. Eight churches. Two cemeteries. Two grist mills. A Pleasure club. Three tin shops. A bowling alley. A railroad depot. Several painters. Two auctioneers. Two state banks. Two coal dealers. Four restaurants. Four drug stores. Two undertakers. One private bank. Two billiard halls. Five barber shops. Two lumber yards. Two harness shops. Four meat markets. An excellent library. Two pickle factories. A seminary for boys. Eight grocery stores. Three jewelry stores. Two furniture stores. Four public draymen. Five dry goods stores. One first-class bakery. A first-class post office. Five blacksmith shops. Three hardware stores. One public bath house. A court house and jail. Four graduaate dentists. Several music teachers. A number of teamsters. One cigar manufactory. One veterinary surgeon. One harness repair shop. American Espress office. Several boarding houses. One public stenographer. Fifteen attorneys at law. Eight or ten dressmakers. One public steam laundry. Two photograph galleries. One architect and designer. Three wheelwright's shops. A company of state militia. Efficient fire department, One Christian Science doctor. Four tailoring establishments. A good public and high school. Two machine and repair shops. Seven physicians and surgeons. Fifteen or more secret societies. Three newspaper and job offices. Seven dealers in boots and shoes. A splendid water and light plant, Four livery and boarding stables. One fur dealer and manufacturer. Public watering troughs for horses. Two dealers in grain and millfeed. Four places where millinery is sold. A firm of marble and granite dealers, Two cigar and confectionery stores. Several reading and literary circles. One wholesale feed and grain dealer. Two thoroughly equipped abstract offices. Sprinkling wagon for the business [ ]. [ ] agricultural warehouses. A great typewriter manufacturing institution.[ ] dealers in clothing and gents furnishings. In addition we have an abundance of carpenters, joiners, stone and [ ] masons and day laborers, skilled and trustworthy to whom [ ] wages are paid at all times. [ ] these various instutions we speak more at length elsewhere. OFFICIAL LIFE OF CITY (Continued from first page) Neill Donnelly 54-5, 67-8, 70-1. Thomas F. Sherman 54-5. M. B. Baldwin 54-7. William Sloan 54-5. Thomas Whitson 55-6,70-1. Joel H. Johnson 55-6, 63-4. John Donnelly 55-7. Caleb Rich 55-7. Henry M. Wait 56- Jan. 58. Elam M. Lamb 56-Dec. 57, 67-8. Charles Schryver. 57-9. M. W. Hunt 57-Jan. 58. Erastus Richards 57 (resigned in September), 62-3. P. B. Enos 57-8. H. B. Burton Sept. 57-8, 60-1, 64-7. N. S. Wicker 58-9. G. B. Dake 58-9. Walter P. Jewett 58-9, 60-1. Calvin Pike 58-9. George Hebard 59-60. Perry W. Murphy 59-60. Cornelius Quinlan 59-60. Alvin Judd 59-60. O. S. Johnson Dec. 57-8, 60-3. L. H. Davis 60-2, 64-5, 68-70. Enos W. Smith May 59-61. R. F. Crawford 60-2 (resigned in December). Abel W. Fuller 61-2, 64-5, 67-8. John C Choate 61-2. Charles Crawford 61-2. John J. Murphy 62-3. Edwin E. Thomas, 62-4, 66-7, 69-70, 72-3. George F. Stone 62-3. Robert G. Schryver 63-4. George N. Sherwood 63-4. T. F. Johnson. 63-4. G. B. Watrous Jan. 63-4. Abraham E. Smith 64-5. James H. Slavin 65-6. Martin Haas 65-6. Andrew Bourne 65-6. Michael McCahill Dec. 65-6. M. F. Irwin 66-7. Malachi Church, 66-7. Rudolph Diesel 66-8, 70-2. George Stinson Dec. 65-7. John S. Medlar 67-8. James Northrop 67-8, 71-2. H. W. Richardson 68 (resigned in August). H. T. Nettleton Nov. 68-9. Edwin Baldwin 68-9. Charles H. Russell 68-9. Edward E. Furer 68-9. John Nugent, 68-9. John D. Short 69-70. Ira Slocum 69-70. Henry E. Tower 69-72. Rufus C. Jefferson 70-2. A. C. Belcher 70-1. Timothy J. Dacy 71-3. William H. Sanford, 71-2. Marma Duke Hoy 72-3. John S. Wheat 72-3. George K. Bunker 72-3. George L. Sherwood 72-3. VILLAGE CLERKS: Charles Fitch 52-4. George A. Austin 54-6. M. C. Johnson 56-Sept. 57. P. B. Enos, Sept 57-8. J. D. Parrish 58-9. G. B. Watrous 59-60. E. E. Richards 60-2, 67-8. Erastus Richard, 62-4. John A. Parrish 65-7. George R. Bassett 66-9. James H. Tappan 69-70. Simon Brink 70-3. SURVEYORS: John Brink 52-3. George W. Tyler 55-6. George R. Smith 53-4. William Sloan 54-5. Adam Givens 59-60. VILLAGE TREASURERS: Charles Fitch 52-53. F. W. Smith 53-4. ASSESSORS AND TREASURERS: Levi Sherwood 54-55. L. W. McMaster 55-6. Ira Slocum 56-8. B. Carter 58-9. George Tyler 59-60. Walter P. Jewett 60-1. Cyrus B. Durfee 61-3. Edwin E. Thomas 63-4. G. B. Dake 64-8. E. E. Richards 68-70. Erastus Richards 70-2. John A. Parrish 72-3. CONSTABLES AND COLLECTORS: L. W. McMaster 52-3. J. M. Kimball 53-5. Henry A. Tower 55-6. Malachi Church 56-7, 68-71. C. W. Craig 57-59. Sabine Van Curen 59-61, 71-3. Hiram Hathaway 61-3. F. C. Joslyn 63-4. M. H. McCahill 64-5. W. H. Murphy 65-8. CORPORATION ATTORNEYS: Charles M. Willard 54-5. Merritt L. Joslyn 55-7. P. B. Enos 57-8. Mr. Van Winkle 58 (removed). H. S. Hanchett Dec 58-59. Frank S. Murphy 59-60. No Attorney 60-3. M. C. Johnson 63-73. STREET COMMISSIONERS: George W. Bentley 52-3. Arad Sly 52-3. James M. Kimball 53-4. George H. Griffing 53-4, 57-8, 61-6, 69-71. William H. H. King, 54-5. F. W. Smith 54-5. George L. Tyler 55-6. Lyndsey Joslyn 56. Henry Paine 56. Charles Schryver 58-9. A. G. Rich 59-60. Daniel Joslyn 60. Enos W. Smith 67-8. A. J. Kelsey 67-8. Frank E. Hanaford 68-9. Aquilla J. Murphy 72-3. POLICE MAGISTRATES: Enos W. Smith 54-62. James B. Church 62-73. Among the names mentioned above will be found several that are indissoluably linked with the life and growth of the city, the names of men whose memories are revered today and whose descendants still take an important part in the affairs of the city, with credit to all concerned. INCORPORATED AS A CITY. Government Invested in a Mayor and Board of Aldermen. Woodstock was incorporated as a city in 1873, at which time the president and members of the village board gave way to a mayor and board of aldermen. The vote on the question of incorporation, which was taken on Mar. 24 of that year, was unanimous--109 to 0. But once since the incorporation of the city has there been no-licence on the liquor question, and that was in l875, when the attempt proved a rank failure in many respects, so that the majority of the people have felt that the best way to control the traffic of intoxicating liquors was by the system of license authorized by the statutes of the state. The fee for license was generally the same as that prescribed by the state law, but late in the eighties an effort was made to secure the passage of a high license ordinance. The issue at the polls was made on this basis, and during Mayor Joslyn's term a $1,000 ordinance was passed, and since that time has prevailed without contest. Up to the year 1893 the corporate limits of the city embraced a single square mile, but in that year, during the administration of Mayor Richards, steps were taken to enlarge the boundaries to two miles square, thus giving many more people the advantage of a city government, but more than all, adding many more building lots inside the corporation. The life of the city has been marked by uniformly meritous administrations, the officers more for the benefit of the municipality than for any financial or other advantage that could come to them, the salaries of the mayor and alderman being merely nominal, hardly enough to mention, so that it is a labor of love on the part of all who accept the city offices. As near as we can get at it from a careful examination of the records, the offices of the city have been filled by the following named persons during the periods indicated: MAYORS: John S. Wheat 73-4. Neill Donnelly 74-5, 6-7. Rufous C. Jefferson 75 (resigned Feb. 4, 76). Lawrence F. Davis 77-9. John J. Murphy 79-81, 89 (resigned June 18, 89). Merritt L. Joslyn 81-August 4 82, 87-9. John D. Short (acting) Aug. 4 82-83. George K. Bunker 83-7. Erastus E. Richards July 89-93. John d. Donovan 93-7. Emilus C. Jewett 97 (present incumbent). CITY CLERKS: Thomas I. Maher 74-6 (died in office, 77). Albert F. Field 75 (resigned May 7). Simon Brink 77-89. Charles A. Lemmers 89-93. George W. Field 93-7. George W. Lemmers 97 (present incumbent). CITY ATTORNEYS: M. C. Johnson. 73-4. John M. Southworth 74 (3 months). John A. Parrish 74-5. Benjamin N. Smith 75-6. Orson H. Gillmore 76-9. Charles H. Donnelly 79-91. James F. Casey 91-7. George W. Field 97 present incumbent. CITY TREASURERS: John J. Murphy. 73-9, 81-3, May 84-5, 87-9. Luman T. Hoy 79-81. Hugh T. Donnelly 83 (resigned May 84). Edward C. Quinlan 85-7. James P. McManus 89-91. Elmer E. Bagley 91-3. Emilus C. Jewett 93-5. Charles F. Dacy 95-7. Calvin J. Hendricks 97-8 (resigned). William S. McConnell 98-9. John M. Hoy 99-01. George H. Hoy 1901 (present incumbent). SOUTH WARD ALDERMEN:William H. Stewart 73-4. Austin Badger 73-4. George K. Bunker 73-6. Gardner T. Barrows 74-5. William B. Austin 74-6, 84-92. Peter Whitney 74-6. DeWitt C. Green 76-8. Amos K. Bunker 76-82. Charles Schryver 76-81, 82-6. James Northrup 77-9. George Eckert 78-87, 91-7. Edward W. Blossom 80-2. Luman T. Hoy 82-4. Darwin C. Doolittle 86-8. William M. Seymour 84-8. Gardner S. Southworth 87-9. William W. Cook 88-92. Emilus C. Jewett 89-91. John J. Stafford 92-6. George H. Hoy 92-8. David T. Smiley, 95-7. Chauncy W. Hill, 96 (present incumbent). NORTH WARD ALDERMEN: Erastus E. Richards 73-4. Timothy J. Dacy 73-4. Fred Arnold 73-5. George L. Sherwood 74-5 (resigned Oct. 1). Gervase Blakeslee 74-5, 81-3. Rudolph Diesel 75 (resigned Oct. 1) 78-84, 87-93. Thomas L. Maher, Oct. 75-6. Henry Kennedy 75-6. Henry M. Wait. Oct. 75-7. Fred Renich, 76-8. Alonso Dickinson 77-7. Albert F. Field, 77-8. John D. Short 77-87. Alvin Judd 78-8. Henry D. Judd 79 (resigned Aug. 6 80). Edward W. Blossom 80. Edward E. Furer 83-5. Emil Arnold, 84-6, 92-00. John D. Donovan 85-91. Ira Slocum 86-8. William H. Whitson 88-92. Henry L. Stone 91-3. Frank L. Short 91-3. John H. Higgins 93-5. Cassinus X. Kendall 93-5. George F. Eckert 95-7. Frank W. Buell 95-9. Arthur J. Cannon 1900 (present incumbent). Fred G. Schuett 1900 (present incumbent). CITY MARSHALLS: Sabine J. Van Curen 73-4, 76-8, 83-5. Asia Pease 75-6. Burnham Sherman 79-83. William Grovesteen 86. William Quinn 87-88. George S. Beach 89-91. Robert McLean 92-3. John Bolger 93 (present incumbent). STREET COMMISSIONERS: Aquilla J. Murphy 73-5, 86-7. Frank E. Hanaford 75-6. Robert G. Schryver 76-7. Henry M. Wait 77-9. John S. Wheat 80 (resigned Aug. 6). Henry D. Judd Aug. 6 80-1. James W. Fellowes 81-2. Christoph Heine 82-5, 87-9, 90-4. Richard Long 94-6. Henry Holmgren 97 (present incumbent). POLICE MAGISTRATES: James B. Church 74-8. Joel H. Johnson 78-87. Albert F. Bourne 87-9. Erastus Richards 89-92. Lawrence H. Jones 92 (present incumbent). NIGHTWATCHES: James Bolger 72-Dec 73 (resigned). William H. Sherwood 74-5. Marshall D. Friend 75-7. George S. Beach 78-9. George W. Mansfield 79-80.William Quinn 80 (resigned in Sept.), 83-4. Charles A. Coughlan Aug. 81-2. Henry F. Schneider Sept. 80 (resigned Apr. 81), Mar. 84-5 (killed by cars in 98 while on duty). Arthur E. Rathbun 98-01.Jacob F. Eckert 1901 (present incumbent). FIRE MARSHALLS: Timothy J. Dacy 74, 76-7, 84-5. H. T. Nettleton 75. George L. Sherwood 77. Albert E. Bourne 83-4. John D. Donovan 87 (resigned). Charles H. Donnelly 87-9. Emilus C. Jewett 93. Leander J. Young 97 (present incumbent). The Records as to appointed officers are somewhat indistinct in places, and in many instances other persons have served for various short pieces in some of these places, either as substitutes or in the interim between appointments, whose names do not appear here. But the above lists of officers are substantially correct. McHenry County State Bank WOODSTOCK, ILLS. Organized under the State banking laws. A General Banking Business Transacted. Interest paid on deposits. Money to loan. Foreign Exchange bought and sold. DIRECTORS J. D. Donovan, A. J. 0lson, George L. Murphy. J. T. Bower, W. C. Eichelberger, C. P. Barnes, M. H. Fitzimmons. NEWS DEPOT, PHONE 128. Located in Cook building, Southeast corner of Square. Subscriptions taken for books, magazines and papers, American or Foreign. A good line of cigars and tobacco always on hand. Fresh candy always on hand. Tablets, stationery, inks, mucilage, etc. Daily and weekly papers, books and magazines on sale. Old papers for sale cheap. Sweet cider and temperance drinks. CALL ON L.SIMONSEN --ON MAIN ST where you will find a complete line of Ladies', Men's, and Children's fall shoes. Special attention is paid to Children's School House shoes. FOR SALE WATER POWER, MILL LOTS and VILLAGE LOTS at Spring Grove. THREE IMPROVED FARMS, 1 to 3 miles from Spring Grove. One of 260 acres; one of 300 acres; one of 700 acres; can he divided if desired. IMPROVED AND UNIMPROVED Farms in Nebraska, South Dakota and Washington, in tracts of 40 to 800 acres to suit. LONG TIME WITH LOW RATE OF INTEREST will be given if desired. WASHINGTON Red Cedar Shingles. For particulars enquire of our address LEWIS HATCH, SPRING GROVE, ILL. SHERMAN BLOCK [photo 101 S. Benton Street] HOME OF COMPANY G [photo] WAVERLY HOUSE [photo - 214 N. Main Street] Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. WATER AND LIGHT: City Splendidly Supplied In Both These Respects. The finest plant of the kind in Northern Illinois owned by the people themselves. After the fire of 1872 the citizens of Woodstock raised a purse and purchased a fire engine, although as early as 1857 they had purchased one that would not throw water. This last purchased engine was used upon occasion until after the last big fire, although many of our readers well remember its inefficiency, the water being obtained from reservoirs located in the corners of the park and in various parts of the city. After the last big fire referred to on the first page of this issue a public agitation began for the establishment of an efficient system of waterworks for fire protection, and in May, 1894, a lot was purchased and a well was sunk to a depth of 1,014 feet. A reservoir 40 feet in diameter and 10 feet deep was constructed, and a complete pumping outfit put in; a standpipe 16 feet in diameter and 80 feet high was erected on the west end of Jackson street, and the contract was let for the laying of 20,679 feet of water mains and 42 hydrants. A standpipe pressure of 60 pounds was secured for the business part of the city, which can be increased to meet any requirements by using the pumps direct. By the middle of the summer of 1895 this contract was fulfilled and for the first time in her history Woodstock was provided with fire protection that was adequate for any possible contingency. Thrice since the erection of the first power house additions have been made to the building, and last year a new well more than 1,000 feet deep was drilled, to which was attached one of Fairbanks, Morse & Co.'s best deep-well pumps, so that with the two wells an ample supply of water has been secured for the growing demands of the city, furnishing water for the homes and lawns of the people and providing a reserve for any possible cases of fire. The last addition to the power house is now in the last stages of completion, making a structure that is both imposing and of sufficient capacity to house and protect the city's engines and its electric light dynamos and other apparatus. Since the original water pipe lines were laid there have been several extensions prayed for and allowed by the city council, increasing the lines until now we have about five miles of pipes laid, from which nearly every dwelling in the city is reached for purposes of fire protection and from which to supply most of the people with the needed water for their residences and lawns. At the time of the writing of this article there are 264 consumers of city water, 173 paying according to the records of meters and the remainder paying the flat rate at first adopted by the city authorities. This flat rate was $5 per year for household use and $3 for sprinkling. The users of meters, as a general rule, do not pay quite as much as this, although there are a number of consumers whose water tax will aggregate from $5 to $15 per quarter, especially during the summer season, according to the freedom or reserve with which they use the water, the meters protecting the city against wasteful use of the same. Since the establishment at this waterworks system no fire has been able to gain sufficient headway to prevent its speedy subjugation by the members of the fire department, for once they have located a blaze, the pressure of water is of such volume that no fire can long withstand the attack. As a result of this efficiency of the department insurance rates have steadily decreased throughout the city, thus recompensing the citizens for the assessments they endured in order that this water system might be constructed and paid for. The saving in insurance alone has more than offset, in many cases, the taxes paid by the citizens on account of the establishment of the waterworks, and hence forth they will be the winners, now that the plant is installed and practically paid for. The building of this system of waterworks was accomplished during the administration of Mayor Donovan, and reflected credit upon him and his fellow-laborers of the council. ELECTRIC LIGHTS INSTALLED. It was in the year 1897, during the first administration of Mayor Jewett, that the move was made which resulted in the establishment of a system of electric lights, the power being obtained from the same boilers in the city power house, which is the home of both the water and light plants. To obtain this power, however, it was necessary to add another boiler to the plant. This new boiler was built by the Aurora Boiler works. It is five feet in diameter and sixteen feet long, with a nominal power of 90-horse. It is provided with a Reliance safety water alarm column, which will instantly give a signal with a blast from a whistle in case the water goes below the safety point in the boiler. The boiler is capable of standing a working pressure of 125 pounds. It was given a cold water test of 200 pounds to the square inch by the Hartford Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co. is also provided with an Ashton safety pop-value to prevent an overpressure of steam. The heater was also made by the Aurora Boiler works, and will heat water for the boiler up to 210 degrees Fahrenheit before it is pumped into the boiler for use. The heater is so arranged that the exhaust steam from the engine and pumps passes through it and is brought into contact with the cold water, thereby heating the water and thus saving much otherwise lost heat. The water is afterward strained and clarified by the action of the compartments in the heater and is then drawn off by the boiler feed-pump and forced into the boiler for use. The heater is provided with a hot-water thermometer, with a back-pressure gauge and with an automatic valve which keeps the water in the heater constantly at the same level, no matter how rapidly or how slowly the same may be drawn therefrom by the pump. The engine for the light plant was built by the Gates Iron works, of Chicago, but after four years of use its inefficiency was so thoroughly established that the council the past summer went to Oswego, N. Y., where they purchased from the Ames Iron Co. two mammoth engines of improved pattern, which necessitated the last addition to the power house spoken of elsewhere in this article. These engines were installed as this article was being written, and are in full working order as this paper reaches its readers. They were thoroughly inspected by the city officials before they were shipped from New York. The shafting in the power house is so hung that should one engine become disabled, the other can in a moment's time be drafted into service, without the interruption of the city's light for any space of time that would work inconvenience to the users of the light. These engines, being of the latest patterns, are triumphs of the machinist's art, calculated to be of sufficient capacity to supply the needs of the plant for all time to come. The electrical apparatus for the light plant was all built by the Fort Wayne Electrical corporation, of Fort Wayne, Ind. It consists of one arc light dynamo with a capacity of sixty 2,000-candle-power arc lamps, an incandescent dynamo with a capacity of 1,500 16-candle-power incandescent lights, fifty-five 2,000-candle-power arc lamps, 600-light capacity in transformers, and 600-light capacity in electric meters. Besides this, there goes with the alternator a small dynamo called the exciter, which furnishes the current for the alternator. There is also a switch-board, which is a large marble slab carrying upon it the main line switches, rheostats, current detectors, station transformers, fuse blocks, lightning arresters, volt [Continued on eighth page.] SERVED THE COUNTY: Roster ot Officers, Past and Present. Record is One of Concientious regard for the public interest--no public malfeasance. Among the names of those who have served the county in elective capacities will be found those of many of the men who were the builders of the County, and a perusal of the list will revive memories of other days in the minds of the citizens of today. During all these years of the county's history there has been a uniform faithfulness In the discharge of the people's business and bondsmen for the respective officers have always been secure. In the following list we have endeavored to give the terms of service of the various officers, and as the task was an arduous one, there may be a few unimportant errors, but in the main the dates are Correct. Those who have served in the various capacities are named as follows: COUNTY JUDGES: Amory Thomas39-40. Andrew J. Barnum 40-1. Joel H. Johnson. 41-2. E. J. Smith 42-8. Lindsey Joslyn 48-9. Joseph Golder 49-54. J. M. Strode 54-8. Theodore D. Murphy 58-62. William Kerr 62-6. Lawrence S. Church 66-70. Benjamin N. Smith, 70-82. Orson H. Gillmore 82-90,97 (presentincumbent). Charles H. Donnelly 90 (resigned in 97). COUNTY CLERKS: Hamilton Dennison 37. Joseph Wood 37-9. Ziba L. Beardsley 39-43. Joel H. Johnson 43-8. Enos W. Smith 48-53. Elam M. Lamb 53-8,62-5. William H. Stewart 58-62. M. D. Hoy 65-72. Peter Whitney 72-82. William Avery 82-94. George F. Rushton 94 (present incumbent). CIRCUIT CLERKS AND RECORDERS: Seth Washburn 37-8. Archimedes B. Wynkoop 38-9. Isaac G. Wilson 39-40. S. Wills 40-4. Joel H. Johnson 44-56. George T. Kasson 56-60. Charles H. Russell 60-4. Josiah Dwight 64-8. John H Southworth 68-72. Austin Badger 72-6. Erastus K. Richards 76-84. Webster P. Morse 84-92. George B. Richards 92 (present incumbent). SHERIFFS: Henry B. Steele 37-9. Andrew B. Cornish 39-40. Christopher Walkup 40-3. Henry M. Wait 43-6. Thomas M. White 46-9. Neill Donnelly 49-51. John Brink 51-3. Carlisle Hastings 53-5. George w. Bentley 55-7. John Eddy 57-8. Edwin E. Thomas 58-60, 64-6. Lewis Ellsworth 60-2. Benjamin F. Church 62-4. John M. Southworth 66-8. Austin Badger 68-72. Malachi Church. 72-6, 80-2. Daniel A. Steadman. 76-80. Asad Udell 82-6, 90-4. George Eckert, 86-90, 94-8. Henry Keyes 98 (present incumbent). STATE'S ATTORNEYS: Alonzo Huntington 37-40. Edward G. Regan 41-3. James Curtiss 43-5. William A. Boardman 45-9. Alonzo Platt 49-50. P. W. Platt 50-2. Amos B. Coon 52-3, 61-3. M. M. Boyce 53-7, 64-70. Edward S. Joslyn 57-61. Charles Kellum 70-3. Joseph P. Cheever 73-6. Ira R. Curtiss 77-84. Albert W. Young 84-88. Adelbert B. Coon 88-96. Vincent S. Lumley 96-00. Lorenzo B. Lowell, 00 (present incumbent). COUNTY TREASURERS: Andrew S. Wells 37-8. Lewis G. Shanks 38-40. Thomas R. Chunn 40-3. S. S. Greenleaf 43. Peter La Dow 43-7. Joseph Goldrr 47-8. George W. Dana 48-9. James T. Pierson 49-51. Charles McClure 51-3. Gilbert B. Dake. 53-5. Abel W. Fuller 55-7. Samuel Richardson 57-9. William Hart. Jr.59-63. Fred J. Mansfield 63-7. Alexander S. Stewart 67-75. James Nish 75-86. William H. Stewart, 86-90. James D. Perry 90-4. Henry Keyes 94-8. Frank F. Axtell 98 (present incumbent). COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 1837.- Charles H. Bartlett (resigned Sept. 37). Matthias Mason, Solomon Norton, Samuel Sherman (Dec. 37). 1838.- Solomon Norton, Ransom Steele, William Jackson. 1839.- B. B. Brown, Gideon Colby, Robert G. White. 1840.- B. B. Brown, R. G. White, Daniel W P. Tower. 1841.- R. G. White, D. W. P. Tower, Hosea B. Throop. 1842.- D. W. P. Tower, H B. Throop, Bela H. Tryon. 1843.- H. B. Throop, B. H. Tryon, Andrew J. Hayward (after these three men were named three parallel streets in this city). 1844.- Same as in 1843. 1845.- H. B. Throop, Andrew J. Hayward, William A. McConnell. 1846.- H. B. Throop, William A. McConnell, Carlisle Hastings. 1847 and 1848.- William A. McConnell, Carlisle Hastings, Dexter Barrows. SUPERINTENDENTS OF SCHOOLS: Carlisle Hastings 41-4. Peter W. Deitz 44-6. [Continued on eighth page.] HEALTHFUL WATERS Free for the Use of the General Public. Analysis By Prof Haines Shows Them to Have Great Medicinal and Health-giving Properties. Early in the seventies it was discovered that Woodstock was possessed of a spring of water that contained great medicinal properties, and the authorities immediately took steps to make it available for the use of the people. The well at the southwest corner of the park was put in condition and pipes were run to the east side of the park, where one of the most artistic spring houses in the country, being a combination of the ideas embodied in several of the spring houses at great watering places, was erected by Lemmers and Cummins, during the administration of Mayor Bunker, and here the public has free access to these waters during the summer season, at which time they are in constant demand. Stories of the wonderful cures they have effected could be told, including cases in which the invalids had been bed-ridden for years. It was at one time hinted that the waters could be put on the market for commercial purposes, but the city authorities thought better of the matter and concluded that they should be used for the benefit ot the health of the people, and this in part accounts for the low death rate mentioned elsewhere in this paper. An analysis of the water of this spring was made in 1870, the report being as follows: Laboratory of Rush Medical College, Chicago, July 12, 1879, To the Mayor and Common Council of Woodstock, Ill. Gentlemen: Having subjected the water from the Woodstock mineral spring to a chemical analysis, I find it contains, in each gallon of 231 cubic inches, the following substances in the quantities given: Chloride of sodium 5060 grains. Bicarbonate of iron 0.926 grains Sulfate of potassia 0.308 graines Phosphate of iron Traces Sulfate of soda 4.443 grains Alumina 0.184 grains Bicarbonate of soda 5.295 grains Silica 0.863 grains Bicarbonate of lime 16.592 grains Organic matter 1.098 grains Bicarbonate of magnesia 5.196 grains The water of the spring contains also sulphurated hydrogen. Its temperature at the spring was found to be 50 degrees F. in the summer. The composition of the water is such as to recommend it in the treatment of numerous afflictions. Being mildly alkaline, through the presence of bicarbonate of soda, lime and magnesia, it will undoubtedly be found valuable in many diseases of the stomach, bowels and kidneys, while the considerable proportion of iron that is present very desirable in combinations, rendering it mildly tonic, and suggest its employment in the various forms of debility, anemia. etc. Yours respectfully, Walter S. Haines, M. D.. Professor of Chemistry and Toxicology at Rush Medical College. ANECDOTE OF THE EARLY DAYS.How the Old Rat-Hole, Burned in 1893, Received Its Name Along in 1846, or thereabouts, the court house in the public park proved to be not fitted for the use of the county officers, and a building for their accommodation was erected on the corner of Deitz street and the public square, the present site of the M. Sherman block, which was used for countv offices until the new court house was constructed. It was built by Henry M. Wait, father of Mrs. E. E. Richards and Mrs. Emily Sherwood. This building was provided with a tin roof to make it fire-proof, according to the intentions ot its builders. The year after it was built, so the story goes, along in the winter, there came along a heavy wind, which suddenly lifted the roof from the structure and carried it some distance away. The county officers who were in their offices at the time, thinking that the judgment day had arrived, rushed out into the street in great haste. As they came forth they were greeted with derisive shouts by the bystanders, and Henry Petrie, a local merchant, who was an ardent Whig, while the officers were Democrats, exclaimed in glee: "See the d—--d rats crawl out os their holes." Ever afterwards, whenever the building waa mentioned on the county records or elsewhere, it was termed the "Rat-Hole," and so it remained until its destruction by fire. WOODSTOCK'S ELECTED OFFICIALS (photos): Alderman Walters, Alderman Hill, Alderman Osborn, City Clerk Lemmers, Magistrate Jones, Mayor Jewett, Treasurer Hoy, Alderman Schuett, Alderman Stupfel, Alderman Cannon. BUSINESS BLOCKS SOUTH SIDE OF SQUARE (photo Van Buren Street) JOHN J. MURPHY'S BLOCK (photo 100 N. Benton Street) M. D. HOY'S BLOCK (photo 100 e. Cass Street) 6 THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE PUBLIC LIBRARY A Favorite Retreat for People of Literary Minds. Shelves Loaded with More Than 3000 Volumes of the Best History, Fiction and Biography. An institution of which the people of Woodstock are justly proud is the free public library, located in commodious quarters in the northeast corner of the City Hall. A prominent divine once said: "The morals of a community may be quickly gauged by its churches and the tendency of the people to patronize good books and good newspapers." This statement being undoubtedly true, the society of Woodstock bears the imprint of a cultivated literary taste, and reaps the advantage of having public library of carefully selected works from which to draw the impressions of great writers, past and present, and a full assortment of up-to-date literature to keep them in touch with the every-day happenings of the world. The Woodstock public library has been a matter of steady growth. More than twenty-five years ago a small company of citizens organized the Woodstock Literary and Reading circle, which for several years held regular gatherings every two weeks at the homes of the members, at which times good programs were rendered and the important events if the day were treated and discussed by the ablest minds of the city. The public library is the outgrowth of that organization, whose semi-monthly gathering, at which music, mirth and merit prevailed, are still remembered with pleasure by all who participated in them. For several years a small number of works, devoted principally to historical research, was the main reading matter of the circle. These books were kept at the store of A. R. Murphey for several years, and later for a time at the store of A. S. Wright. During the existence of the Literary society frequent entertainments and lectures were given, the proceeds of which were devoted to the purchase of new books, until about 900 volumes were accumulated in 1889 when the establishment of a permanent home for the library was urged by those most interested in its success and who most keenly appreciated its advantages to the growing youth, as well as the older people of the community. When the city building was erected in 1889 and 1890 provision was made that a public library and reading room, which was thrown open to the public in September of the latter year with a large number of volumes on the shelves, which have since been added to systematically until now the library shelters more than 3000 volumes, among which are 400 volumes of history and biography. The history of every country on the face of the earth can be found on its ample shelves. The library is under the control of a board of directors appointed by the mayor, who make the rules to govern the management of the same, and who select the new books that are purchased. The mayors have always been careful to appoint on this board none but broad-minded, well-read peopleof both sexes, and the present board, which is one of the best ever vested with the power to manage the library, takes a deep interest in its welfare and carefully looks after every detail of its affairs. For the first few months of the library's existence Erastus Richards acted as librarian, who was later succeeded by his granddaughter, now Mrs. C. M. Curtiss, who has been the intelligent and efficient librarian since 1894. The books of the library are for the free use of the people of the city, subject to certain conditions which are easy to comply with, while transients in the city can also have the advantage of the same by securing some well-known citizen to vouch for their honesty and integrity. No book is allowed to be kept away from the shelves longer than two weeks by one person, except it be returned and reissued to that person, and there are certain books that are not be kept over one week, and some that are not allowed to be taken from the rooms at all. In connection with the library there is maintained a free reading room, on the tables of which all the leading periodicals of the day are kept for the perusal of all who desire to visit the library and read them, they being governed by certain rules of decorum that must be obeyed, and of which there have been few infractions. It is a common thing of a winter evening to see every seat surrounding the tables in the reading room occupied, mostly by young people, all busily intent on devouring the newest cartoon or the freshest scene illustrative of the great events of this busy and active world. Thus is the library and reading room proving a good thing by keeping the young people out of places of questionable repute or from running the streets aimlessly. That the library is most highly appreciated by the reading public is readily seen from a glance at the librarian's register, which shows the average number of books taken out each week the past year to have been 260, while the number of visitors has been twice that. The record of the books taken out shows, too, that the people of Woodstock desire only the best reading matter in their homes and that they are' most highly cultivated in their tastes, which is also demonstrated by the fact that there are several Chautauqua and other reading circles in regular operation in the city, whose readings are of the most advanced kind. The present directors, officers and committees of the library board are: President E. E. Richards. Secretary Mrs. C. S. Northrop. Other Directors J. C. Choate, A. Dwight Osborn, Mrs. A. S. Wright, D. T. Smiley, E. E. Bagley, F. A. Daniels and Miss Agnes E. Quinlan. Book Committee- E. E. Bagley, F. A. Daniels and Agnes Quinlan. Public Property Committee J. C. Choate, A. Dwight Osborn, D. T. Smiley. Periodicals Committee Mrs. A. S. Wright, Mrs. C. S. Northrop, J. C. Choate. Entertainment and Lecture Course Committee F. A. Daniels, D. T. Smiley, A. Dwight Osborn. The directors of the library and the officers of the same since it became a part of the city's affairs have been as follows: J. C. Choate 91 (present incumbent). Mrs. Adda Spitzer 90-01. V. S. Lumley 91-01. Dr. W. W. Cook 91-4. Mary F. Murphy 91-02 (resigned). L. T. Hoy 91-3. C. A. Lemmers 91-2 (resigned.) Alois Dreyer 92-9 (deceased) Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn 92-01. John J. Stafford 92-6. E. E. Richards 93 (present incumbent). John K. Kellogg 93-7. D. T. Smiley 96 (present incumbent). F. A. Daniels 97 (present incumbent). F. W. Buell 98-01. [Continued in Seventh column) THE PUBLIC LIBRARY. (Continued from Third Column) E. E. Bagley 93 (present incumbent). A. Dwight Osborn 01 (present incumbent). Mrs. A. S. Wright 01 (present incumbent). Mrs. C. S. Northrop 01 (present incumbent). Agnes E. Quinlan 92 (present incumbent). PRESIDENTS J. C. Choate 91-2. L. T. Hoy 92-3. E. E. RichardS 93 (present incumbent). SECRETARIES Mrs. Adda Spitzer, 91-2. Agnes E. Quinlan 92-01. Mrs. C. S. Northrop 01 (present incumbent). VICE-PRESIDENTS L. T. Hoy 91-2. Alois Dreyer 92-9 The library is maintained by the city Council, which annually makes an appropriation for the purchase of new books and which pays the salary of the librarian. Some years the board of directors conduct a lecture course, the proceeds of which always go for new books, and these courses are always well patronized by the people because of that fact. TOWNSHIP OFFICERS Servants Who Are the Closest to the People. Have to Do with the immediate Needs of the Township and All Its Minutest Affairs. The town of Dorr was named after Governor Dorr of Rhode Island. While the city of Woodstock is located in the town of Dorr, which is six miles square, the city and township are two distinct organizations, whose interests, however, merge in several respects. Necessarily the township is greater than the city, although it has nothing to do with the management of city affairs, while all the Voters of the city have a voice in township affairs. The officers who have served the township since its organization In 1850 are named as follows: SUPERVISORS Until Woodstock waS incorporated as a city in 1873 both the village and the town were represented on the board of supervisors, so to indicate who represented the village in the following list we have marked the names with this mark: (v). Elzaphan I. Smith 50-1. Merritt L. Joslyn 51-2. 36-6, 68-73,75-9. Alvin Judd (v) 52-4. Enos W. Smith (V) 54-5. Joseph F. Lyon 52-3. Neill Donnelly (v) 55-7. 60-2. Orville A. Hitchcock 53-4. George H. Griffing 54-5. Nathan Jewett 55-6. Charles M. Willard 56-7. M. B. Baldwin (v) 57-8. M. W. Hunt 57-8. H. S. Hanchett (v) 62-3. M. W, Hunt (v) 58-60. Lawrence S. Church (v) 66-7. William H. Murphy 58-9. Pasco Austin 59-60. Ira Slocum 60-3. William Kerr (v) 63-6. William Kerr 66-7. Elam M. Lamb 67-8, 79-88, (died). Benjamin N. Smith (v) 68-9. M. D. Hoy (v) 69-70. E. E. Richards (v) 70-2. L. H. Davis (v) 72-3. Luman T. Hoy 88 (present incumbent.) TOWN CLERKS Charles Fitch 50-4. C. C. Kelley 54-5. Josiah Dwight 55-7. Charles Given 57-8. Joseph Petrie 58-61. E. E. Richards 61-2, 66-7. Calvin Pike and Erastus Richards62-3. Andrew Bourne 63-4. J. A. Parrish, 64-5. Benjamin N. Smith 67-75. Edwin Baldwin and M. D. Hoy 75-6. Edwin Baldwin 76-83. Charles P. Barnes 83-8. John H. Higgins 88-90. William W. Maxwell 90-4. Owen G. Mead 94-8. Theo. Hamer 98 (present incumbent). ASSESSORS John Bunker 50-1. William C. Ryder 51-2. Henry Sherman 52-3. Abner B. Bidwell 53-5. E. H. Smith 55-6. Calvin Pike 56-7. Ira Slocum 57-9. George Tyler 59-60. Henry K. Given 60-1, 66-7. Edwin E. Thomas 61-2, 63-4. G. B. Dake 62-3, 65-6. James Dufield 64-5. L. M. Woodard 67-73. James H. Tappan 73-4. Charles H. Russell 74-5. A. H. Nixon 75-6. John D. Short 76-81, 83-5, 86-9. Andrew Bourne 81-3, 85-6. Andrew K. McGhee 89-90, Charles D. Judd, 90 (present incumbent). COLLECTORS Nelson Blakeslee 50-2. William A. Judd 52-4. Jacob N. Petrie 54-5, 61-2, 66-7. William H. Murphy 55-7, 59-60. Erastus Richards 57-8. Fred W. Smith 58-9. Sabine Van Curen 60-1. Alvin Judd 62-4. Andrew Bourne 64-5. Malachi Church 65-6. Alvin Brown 67-8. E. E. Richards 68-9. Thomas Blakeslee 69-70. George Eckert 70-2. John D. Short 72-6. William H. Cowlin 76-7. Emilus C. Jewett 77-8. Alonzo Dickinson 78-9. James M. Kimball 79-80. Delos D. Blakeslee 80-2. George L. Sherwood 82-5. William H. Munroe 85-6, 90-1. A. F. McGhee 86-7. William A. Newman 87-8. Samuel McNett 88-90. George B. Griffing 91-2. William H. Sherman 92-4. John A. Cowlin 94-6. Fred Griffing 96-9. Michael H. Schenck 99-01. William J. Miner 01 (present incumbent). JUSTICES OF THE PEACE Roswell Enos 50-1. Christopher Walkup 50-62. Levi Sherwood 51-63. John Bunker 52-4. Jesse Slavin 61-2. William P. Walkup 62-3. Asa W. Smith 63-70, 85-93. George K. Bunker 63-70. Edwin Baldwin 70-83. Frank Kellogg 70-3. S. M. Paine 73-5. Samuel Morse 75-6. Minor Lockwood 76-7. Robert J. Furney 77-81. Ezra B. Smith 81-3, 85-9. John D. Short 83-5. Edwin E. Thomas 85-94 (died). Charles M. Keeler 89 (present incumbent). Edwin H. Waite 94-01. Emil Arnold 01 (present incumbent). John W. Clute 01 (present incumbent). CONSTABLES William H. Murphy 50-63. Nelson Blakeslee 50-4. Judson P. Kimberly 55-6. Fred W. Smith 56-9. Jacob N. Petrie 59-66. William M. Hartman 63-7. William P. Walkup 66-8. William H. Sherman 68-9. Frank Sherman 68-9. Martin D. Kellogg 69-72. Fred C. Joslyn 72-3. Sabine Van Curen 73-81. N. Paine 73-5. William Sherman 75-7. Aquilla J. Murphy 77-81. Velorus E. Jones 81-93. Henry G. Ehle 81-9. William Still 85-9. Fred W. Hartman 89-97. James A. Dufield 89-97 (present incumbent). George B. Griffing 93-7. Frank E. Thayer 97-01. Alpha M. Clark 97-8. Scott Thayer 01 (present incumbent). HIGHWAY COMMISSIONERS. Henry Duffield 50-1, 57-8, Ira Waterman 50-4. Orville A. Hitchcock 50-1. Walter P. Jewett 51-2. Franklin Kellogg 51-2, 65-8. Nelson Blakeslee 52-3, 54-5, 57-9. Ambrose Bennett 52-3, 55-7. Jesse Stevens 53-4. George H. Griffing 53-4, 56-7. Solomon Keyes 54-5. Dennis B. Gregory 54-5. Warren Waterman 55-6. M. H. Cahill 56-7. Charles F. Givens 56-7. George W. Boone 57-61. H. H. Munroe 58-9. Jesse Slavin 59-61. Robert Green, 59-60. Rufus Brown 60-1. H. K. Given 61-2. A. W. Bidwell 61-2. Charles Dufield 61-2. J. C. Button 62-5. A. B. Bidwell 63-6. Thomas Lindsey 64-5. Woolsey Knapp 65-74. A. B. McConnell 66-78. Wiley Foster 67-70. Jacob Snyder 69-85. S. M. Paine 74-7. G. W. Waterman 77-80. Jacob Zimmer 78-90. Owen S. Marron. B0-01. George Irish 85-7. Benjamin R. Morse 86-8. B. H. Terwilliger 88-91. Albert J. Murphy 90-9. R. H. Conant 91 (present incumbent). Samuel M. Simmons 99 (present incumbent). William S. McConnell 01 (present incumbent). SCHOOL TRUSTEES. F. I. Mansfield 70-1. William P. Walkup 70-76, 81-01 (present incumbent). William H. Buck 70-7, 79-91. A. B. McConnell 71-8, 83-95. Isaac Hartman 76-9. Ezra B. Smith 77-83. Andrew Bourne 78-81. L. H. S. Barrows 91-00. Thomas Scott 95-0l. Fred B. McConnell, 00 (present incumbent). Abraham Still 01 (present incumbent). SCHOOL TREASURERS. John Bunker 73-86. Amos K. Bunker 86 (present incumbent.) RESIDENCE OF ATTORNEY V. S. LUMLEY. [photo- 302 W. Judd] RESIDENCE OF DR. FRED K C. PAGE [photo- corner Tryon & Judd streets] RESIDENCE OF FRANK W. BUELL [photo- 336 S. Tryon] RESIDENCE OF ATTORNEY C. P. BARNES. [photo- 344 Fremont] RESIDENCE OF GEORGE BURGER [photo- 524 Clay] RESIDENCE OF ATTORNEY D. T. SMILEY [photo- 226 W. Judd] RESIDENCE OF MRS. LUCINDA DACY. [photo- 330 W. Judd] RESIDENCE OF ALDERMAN A. DWIGHT OSBORN. [photo - 515 W. Jackson] Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL A SCHOOL FOR BOYS Founded by Rev. Richard Kimball Todd In 1847. Since 1892 Has Been the Property of Prof. Noble Hill--A Model Home School. Located a short distance south of the northeastern limits of the city is a model home-school for boys, founded in 1847 by Dr. Richard Kimball Todd, of blessed and revered memory, for many years pastor of the Presbyterian church of this city, a graduate of Princeton and one of the venerated pioneers of this county, whose memory brings pleasant reminiscences to the minds of all who had the privilege of his acquaintance. For more than fifty years this school has, without intermission, opened its doors each succeeding term, and from it have gone hundreds of sons and daughters, many of whom have reached places of influence in the world's great fields of activity. The sons of Todd seminary are scattered all over the continent, from New York to the Golden Gate, from the Canadian line to the gulf. They are found In frozen Alaska,in London,in the "Dark Continent," in the very isles of the sea. During the early history of this school it was conducted on the co-educational plan, with both boarding and day departments, male and female pupils alike being received and instructed, and many of the citizens of Woodstock recount with pleasure the experiences of the days they passed under the instruction of Dr. and Mrs. Todd. At that time, for want of room in the seminary proper, sessions were held in the basement of the old brick Presbyterian church, but for many years, especially since the school became distinctively a boarding school for boys, the work has been confined to the seminary buildings and grounds, which have in recent years been enlarged, overhauled and added to, until there is ample room for all purposes of the enterprise. At the present time there are a few over forty pupils in the school, hailing from all parts of the country, who are carefully watched, instructed and disciplined by Prof. Hill, his estimable wife, three male and two female instructors. The school is provided with a well-equipped gymnasium, a commodious campus and play-ground, and all the Conveniences essential to a well-ordered institution. That everything connected with the school is maintained in a high state of cleanliness is shown by the fact that in more than fifty years of its history there has not been a severe case of sickness or a death among the pupils, of whom there have been several thousand since its establishment. This also speaks volumes in favor of the character of our climate and confirms the statement regarding our death rate on the first page of this issue. Todd seminary is in all respects what its owner designed to make it--a model home school for boys, wherein is taught not only the rudiments of a common education, but the finer essentials that go to make up a model citizenship. Every element of the nature-- the mental, the physical, the moral, the spiritual is considered in this instruction, and the discipline Of the school is so firm that there is seldom, if ever, an infraction of the rules, which do not permit the boys to leave unattended by their teachers and in so kind and considerate a manner are these rules enforced that there are the most cordial of relations maintained between the boys and their instructors, who participate in all their sports, making the young men feel that their educators have a sincere interest in them, which they really have. Dr. Todd, the founder of the school, died in the year 1894, mourned by every citizen. Two years previous to that time the seminary had passed out of his hands, he having sold to Mr. Hill, who had previously been his chief instructor for several years. In an interview with a reporter some time ago Prof. Hill thus expressed himself, regarding the objects of the school and his ambitions concerning the same: "The aim of our school is simply to educate the boys in an all-round manner--not simply book knowledge, but systematic development of mind, body, morals and manners. Here we aim to surround him with true Christian home influences. "Here in Woodstock our work does not conflict with the public school in the least. We will not have a boy whose parents reside here. Our boys are those whose parents or guardians find it more convenient to place them in good, safe hands for their proper development. Some boys are also very peculiar in their individuality, and when parents and teachers fail to succeed with them, we often take them in hand and meet with the very best results. "Our law is kindness and firmness. Every rule is good and humane and must be obeyed to the very letter every time. There must not be a single variation. The whole atmosphere is order and obedience, and a boy soon learns from those who have been here awhile to think of nothing else. No penalties are inflicted that would be condemned by the spirit of Christianity. Our boys are under the care of teachers who are on duty for twenty-four hours per day. That is, they are under their care day and night. A parent may be too busy to look after the boy, but this is the teacher's duty until the boy is ready to go from under his care. "We do not allow the boys to wander away. They have ample space, all the amusements they want, and their teachers know where they are and what they are doing all the time. When the 9 o'clock bell rings all go to their beds, and every night of my life I go to each boy's room, see that he has proper Cover, ventilation, etc., and bid him a cheerful good-night. "In religious matters we are not sectarian, but my wife and I attend the Presbyterian church, and take all the boys with us, every Sunday morning. The teachers are required to be with the boys at this hour, but in the evening they are at liberty to go where they choose. We have our own Sunday-school here, and on Sunday evenings we have exercises of our own. One of our leading features is the reading of a story, "not strictly religious, but containing something helpful. We keep our own society, keep the boys away from bad company, and keep before them always a high standard of life." The boys are generally privileged to attend all good lectures and entertainments that come this way, and there is always a good lecture course maintained every winter, at which they can, as a usual thing, be found. Such, in brief, is the general scope of the work Of Todd Seminary for Boys. Two views of the seminary buildings are given in this connection. ORIGINAL TODD SEMINARY BUILDINGS AND LAWN (photo) SOME OF THE SEMINARY BUILDINGS (photo) RESIDENCE OF JOHN J. STAFFORD (photo) RESIDENCE OF FRED B. BENNETT (photo - 424 Fremont) RESIDENCE OF JOHN C. CHOATE (Photo - W. Jackson current location of St. Ann's Episcopal Church) RESIDENCE OF JAMES S. ANDREWS (photo) Ornament Your Homes WITH SOME OF OUR BEAUTIFUL Parlor Lamps Jardinieres, Vases Louwelsa Ware. You cannot purchase these goods in Chicago within 20 per cent, as cheaply as you can get them here, and we have an elegant assortment to select from. Please Your Wife by making her a present of an elegant Chamber Set, a new set of China Dishes, a Lemonade Set, a Dinner Set, a Wine Set, or any of the beautiful single pieces oh our shelves. We have a larger assortment of these goods than we ever before secured for the holiday trade, and our prices are marked to the lowest limit. For Holiday Dinners: to have them really good, use Chase & Sanborn's Coffee, Marvel or Sleepy Eye Flour, Wisconsin Cheese, Greenwood Butter, our excellent Tea, our superior brands of Canned Goods, the choicest of Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, - Confectionery-Figs, Dried Fruits, etc. You know the merits of our Flour, Coffee, Tea and Canned Goods, and everything else in the store is of the same High Standard. We handle no "cheap" goods, for they do not please, and there is no satisfaction to us in loading our customers with inferior stuff and having them fail to return. Sleepy Eye Flour: We have handled "Sleepy Eye" and "Marvel" Flour for a number of years, and have yet to hear of the first complaint from any customer as to their merits. They are guaranteed by the manufacturers to be the highest product of the mills. "Sleepy Eye" will make more loaves to the sack of perfect bread than any other flour manufactured. In pastry it cannot be excelled. A record of twenty years of-fair dealing, reasonable prices and reliable goods is worth preserving, and we propose to preserve it, for it is a part of our stock in trade. Call on Us and Let Us Do You Good. NORTH SIDE OF PUBLIC SQUARE. TELEPHONE 26. B. S. AUSTIN. For the HOLIDAYS TOYS FOR THE CHILDREN An endless variety—no such assortment ever before seen in Woodstock—of all varieties, including a Revolving Krokinole Board on which 56 games can be played, games of all kinds, children's books in all bindings, and toys too numerous to be enumerated, making our store a veritable children's holiday paradise. CHINA AND GLASSWARE Chamber Sets. Water Sets, Cream Sets, Berry Sets. Wine Sets, Japanese Wares, Fancy China. Fancy Plates, Venetian Glass and Bisque Vases, Fern Dishes, Vase Bowls, Fancy Mugs, Tobacco Jars, Bisque Figures, Handsome Lamps, and hundreds of articles in this line to meet the tastes of all classes and all purses. CHRISTMAS CLOTHING French Flannel and Silk Waists, Petticoats, Dress Skirts. Nilsson Imported Kid Gloves, Children's Mittens. Golf Gloves, Ladies' Neckwear, Gents' Mufflers, Handkerchiefs for both sexes, some fancy and some strictly hand-made. Battenburg Patterns and Braids, Honiton Braids. Fancy Laces. CHRISTMAS GIFTS Sofa Pillows- Splendid Line of Purses. Fancy Manicure Sets. Necktie and Glove Boxes, Work Boxes. Military Brushes, Jewel Boxes, Brush-and Comb Sets, Hat Brushes, nice line of jewelry and Sterling Novelties. Fancy Hair Ornaments, Perfumes. An endless array of articles suitable for Christmas gifts and at prices within the reach of all. We have the most elaborate line of goods ever seen at The Fair store and cordially invite the public to call and inspect. CHRISTMAS CANDIES Here you will find just what you want to fit the sweet tooth as well as a fine assortment of Tree Ornaments. In making your selections for the holidays, do not pass us by. EAST SIDE PUBLIC SQUARE MRS. J. M. THOMAS 8 THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Thursday, December 19, 1901. WATER AND LIGHT (Continued from fifth page.) meters, ammeters, plugs and station meters. These are the various devices used for protecting the electrical apparatus from lightning, grounds, and short circuits, and for keeping the lamps and various circuits up to their proper brilliancy, and the station meter is for the purpose of measuring the entire electrical output of the station. The original lighting plant was installed by Adams, Green & Co., of Morrison, Ill., who made a specialty of building electric light systems for municipal corporations, the contract price being $12,250. Mr. Adams had had an experience in this kind of work covering a period of fifteen years, and Mr. Green had been in the business for seven years. The Construction of this original plant required the erection of 442 poles, which dot all our streets, the council being careful, however, to provide that no poles should be erected around the public square. These poles are neatly painted, the first six feet black and the remainder white, and those who are familiar with conditions in other cities say that our pole lines are far ahead of them all in symmetry and straightness. The system stretches a total distance of ten miles, and twenty-six miles of wire were used in its construction. The light and water plants have been in charge of A. C. Adams most of the time since their installation, under the direction of the public property committee of the city council, and he has given them careful, skillful and conscientious care. The present engineer at the power house is William Wienke, while the trimmer is Fred Sahs, both faithful and industrious employees of the city. The superintendent of the waterworks plant is John Bolger, always reliable and impartial. We had intended to give a picture of the power house and a view of the dynamos and engines, but at the time of writing this article the surroundings are in such an unpresentable shape that we have been compelled to defer doing so until a later date. The growth of this system has been astonishing. As soon as the plant had been established the people began wiring their homes and places of business for incandescent lights, and at the present time more than 5,000 incandescent globes are hung, and not a week goes by but more are added to the list. The light is all gauged by the metre system, and the plant has given such good service and is so liberally patronized by the public that it is now substantially self-sustaining after four years of use. At this writing (Nov. 25) a large number of residences, and business places are lighted from this system, finding it more convenient and satisfactory than the old fashioned kerosene lamps. The total number of residences, shops, offices and business places so lighted is nearly 250. Oysters in bulk or can at Dirrenberger's. SERVED THE COUNTY -(Continued from fifth page.) Major F. Irwin 46-8. Phineas W. Plat 48-50. Rev. Richard K. Todd 50-4. M. F. Hutchinson 54-6. Asa W. Smith. 56-60. Alvin Brown 60-2. Theodore Mead 62-4. Thomas R. Ercanbrack 64-6. Adoniram J. Kingman 66-70. Gardner S. Southworth 70-4. William Nickle 74-8. Albert W. Young 78-82. S. D. Baldwin 82 (died in 83). Henry R.Baldwin 83-4. Lester Barber 84-90. William E. Wire, 90 (present incumbent). COUNTY SURVEYORS. C. E. Moore, 37-8. A. S. Barnam 38-42. John Brink 42-52, 56-84, W. N. Willis 84-8. Charles H. Tryon 88 (present incumbent). CORONERS. Michael C. McGuire 37-8. A. B. Cornish 38-40. B. F. Bosworth 40-2. Nathaniel Smith 42-4. Neill Donnelly 44-6. M. L. Huffman 46-8. Jesse Slavin 48-52. William Pratt, 52-4. C. H. Shapley 54-8. William G. Smith 58-60. B. A. Wade 60-2. Perry W. Murphy 62-4. Daniel Blair 64-6. D. P. Conklin 66-74. John W. Groesbeck 74-6. William E. Smith 76-7. John S. Cummings 77-8. Howard L. Pratt 78-80. William W. Cook 80-4, 88-92. Charles E. Cook 84-8,92-6. Spencer C. Wernham 96-00. Joseph S. Mason, 00 (present incumbent). CHAIRMEN OF SUPERVISORS. Josiah H. Giddings 50-1. Abraham Reynolds 51-3. Alvin JUdd, 53-4.William A. McConnell 54-5, 67-76, 78-83. John Sibley 55-6, 57-8. Samuel Richardson 56-7. William M. Jackson, 58-9. Cornelius Lansing 59-62. C. W. H. Card 62-3. Thomas S. Huntley 63-4. E. A. Thomas 64-5. Peter W. Deitz 65-6. S. K. Bartholomew 66-7. Orson C. Diggins 76-8. Ira R. Curtiss 83-6. Herbert S. Williams 86-8. Charles F. Dike 88-9. Robert J. Beck 89-91. George H. Garrison 91-2. George B. Richards 92-4. John H. Gracy 94-6. Frank F. Axtell 96-8. William A. Cristy 98-00. F. E. Stevens, 00 (present incumbent). MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATURE. The following named sons of McHenry county have represented us in the Legislature since the organization of the county: REPRESENTATIVES Richard Murphy 38-42. William M. Jackson 44-6. James T. Pierson 46-8. John F. Gray 48-50. A. H. Nixon 50-4. William Diggins 54-6. Lawrence S. Church 56-62. Thaddeus B. Wakeman 62-4,66-8. Merritt L. Joslyn 64-6. Peter W. Dietz 68-70. William A. McConnell 70-2. Richard Bishop 72-4. Flavel K. Granger 72-80. Orson C. Diggins 80-2. Charles H. Tryon 82-4. Gardner S. Southworth 88-90. John C. Donnelly 90-4,98-00. Robert J. Beck 92-6. Edward D. Shurtleff 00 (present incumbent.) SENATORS. George Gage 54-8. Cornelius Lansing 62-6. Merritt L. Joslyn 76-80. Ira R. Curtiss 84-8. Flavel K. Granger 96-00 (present incumbent). MEMBERS OF STATE BOARD. William A. McConnell 68-72. Orson C. Diggins 72-6. Herbert S. Williams 84-92. George W. Eldredge 92-6. CONSITUTIONAL CONVENTIONS. McHenry county was represented in the constitutional convention of 1847 by John Sibley and Peter W. Deitz; in that of 1862 by Peter W. Jackson, and in that of 1870 by Lawrence S. Church. CIRCUIT COURT JUDGES. McHenry county has had circuit judges as follows: Theodore D. Murphey 62-78; Charles H. Donnelly, 97 (present incumbent). MASTERS IN CHANCERY. We have been unable to ascertain from the records who were the masters in chancery of the circuit court previous to 1882, but those since have been as follows: Amos B. Coon 82-9. Merritt L. Joslyn 89-98.Lorenzo D. Lowell, Jr., 98-00. Albert W. Young, 00 (resigned on account of illness after a few months). George W. Field 00 (present incumbent). J. J. Stafford has procured a tine stock of furniture for the holidays. A Special Sale of Men's Suits at $15 A Special Sale of Men's Overcoats, $15 TO our host of patrons recruited within seven years of conscientious business relation's, there lives the absolute confidence that we pay more strict attention to the tailoring of our garments and more searching investigation into the small details, both seen and unseen, but which play an important part in the appearance and service of our clothing than is usual. "Streets Special Brand Suits" are no longer an experiment. Every season adds a new list of customers who are satisfied that our suits fit, look and wear exceptionally well, and as our regular trade come again and again, it if pretty good evidence that our goods are worth the money. Our guarantee is liberal: "Your money back if you are not satisfied, or a year's repairing free if you had rather keep the suit." r ■ ' Stafford & Zoia THE LEADING Granite and Marble Monument DEALERS OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS For twelve years we have been erecting suitable monuments to the dead in the cemeteries of McHenry and adjoining counties, and the quality of our work is the best advertisement we can make. Acts speak louder than words, and all we ask is that the public who desire monuments or any other cemetery work shall examine the work we have done, which stands in daily view unobscured and unobscurable, and we have no fears of the opinions that will be obtained.We will secure for you any style of memorial you may select, no matter what material desired, and will guarantee the price to be as low as can be obtained from any other dealer, no matter where he may be located. No contract is large enough to appal us and none small enough to be slighted, and we are ready at all times to furnish estimates, no matter whether the job be a marker or a magnificent sarcophagus. We do our own work and guarantee its accuracy, and our terms are the most liberal. If contemplating a memorial to your lamented dead, call at our works west of the State Bank of Woodstock or write for estimates and terms. STAFFORD & ZOIA TELEPHONE 133 Woodstock, Illinois (INCLUDES PHOTO) RESIDENCE OF MRS. R. C. WRIGHT. (Photo N. Hayward St.) RESIDENCE OF JOHN J. MURPHY (Photo, W. Jackson St.--demolished) RESIDENCE OF JOHN D. CHARLES (photo 215 Griffing) RESIDENCE OF GUSTAV BEHRENS (photo) RESIDENCE OF ALDERMAN C. W. HILL (photo) Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL 9 THE PUBLIC SCHOOL Institution In Which All Citizens Take an Interest. The Woodstock School One of the Best of Its Kind-Some Facts From History The cause of education is a cause that is near and dear to the heart of every citizen, for it has well been said that the free public school system is the bulwark of the nation, as from it is developed the citizenship of the country, and the quality of that citizenship is gauged by the efficiency and worth of the school. Woodstock has always been noted for the excellent quality of her schools, which is accounted for by the fact that her early settlers were people who, while deprived (many of them) of the advantages of a good schooling, nevertheless realized its value and determined that their children should not be deprived of those advantages. One of the first schools taught in the little village was in the year 1846, the court house serving as the school room, and the teacher, who was David Richardson, paid $2 per month for the rent of the house. He was at one time the professor of mathematics in Norwich university, Vt. and when last heard from was a resident of Clinton, in this state. The first school house in Woodstock was built in 1847 on the site of the present building. It was not long used ere it was found too small and was enlarged to meet the demands of the village's growth. When it had been decided in 1866 to build the present school house this original building was sold, and part of it is now used as a blachsmith shop by Canute Lee on the John Donnelly property opposite the rear of the court house. According to the records now in the possession of F. W. Street, clerk of the board of education, the first meeting of the first board of directors of which we have any record was held In the office of Neill Donnelly, Sept. 5, 1859, at which meeting they "cast lots" in order to fix the time for each director to serve, which resulted in Asa W. Smith being elected for three years, M. W. Hunt for two years and Neill Donnelly for one year, whereupon the directors proceeded to organize and elect a chairman and clerk of the board, with the following result: M. W. Hunt, chairman: Asa W. Smith, clerk. In September of the same year J. B. Jones, of Evanston, was hired as principal, and Misses E. A. Mack. —- Bur lingame, Carrie Diggens and Sarah Jewett as assistants. In November Miss Diggins resigned and Miss Lucy Whitlock was hired in her place. The corps of teachers for 1860 was Gilman Chase, principal; Misses Griffith, Belle Stewart and Frances Waite, assistants. In 1861 G. M. Cole was principal, and the teachers were Misses Sarah Walker, Lucy Whitlock, Emma Allen — Bite and Frank Waite. The corps of instructors for 1862-3 was: J. A. Parish, principal; assistants, Mrs. L. M. Brown and Misses Belle Stewart, Sarah Walker and Lucy Whitlock. In 1863-4 the principal was J. A. Parish and there is no record as to his assistants. In August, 1865, the school election resulted in Gilbert Dake and Tbeo. D Murphey being elected as the new members of the board of directors, Mr. Murphey being president and E. E. Thomas clerk. The board levied a 3 per cent tax on all taxable property in the district for the purpose of erecting a new school building. J. Thorpe was hired for principal and Misses P. Freeman, Anna Noble and Maria Stark assistants. In February, 1866, the first orders drawn for the stone used in the foundation of the new building were in favor of A. W. Smith and A. J. Murphy. In March, 1866, Dake & Thomas were paid $300 for plans and specifications for the new building, and in July of that year the contract was awarded to J. C. Boutelle and L. Francisco for the laying of the foundations. The corps of teachers for this year were: H. D. Nottingham, principal: Misses Anna Noble, Maria Stark and H. G. Correy. assistants, school being held in whatever empty rooms could he found in the village. In January, 1867, a notice was published in The Sentinel, asking for bids for the erection of the school house. There were nine bids received, and the contract was awarded to W. F. Buskirk A Co., their bid being the last and lowest, for $30,000. At the annual election in August Ira Slocum and James B. Church were elected new members of the board. On Dec. 2, 1867, school was opened in the new building, with J. A. Badger as principal and the following named teachers: Anna Hill, Sarah Owens, Miss Haywood, Miss F. E. Shaver and Miss Correy. The teachers in 1868 were: J. A. Badger, principal; Anna Hill, Miss Correy, Miss Shaver, Sarah Owens and Anna Gates, assistants. Corps of teachers in 1869: J. A. Badger, principal; Misses Dow, Shaver,Owens, Gates, Hill and Hayward. Corps in 1870: C. C. Miller, principal; Misses C. G. Haynor, E. L. Quirk, Anna Scott, Lou Haynor, Anna Russell, Cora Thomas, Lizzie Moore; janitor Daniel Weaver. In 1871: A. W. Young, principal; Miss Maryott, Miss Quirk, Eunice Ayer, Adele Fuller, Anna Russell, H. S. Barrows, Lizzie Moore; janitor, A. Hanaford. The new members of the board elected in 1871 were James Northrop and A. S. Stewart. In accordance with the legislative act of Feb. 3, 1872, which went into effect in July of that year, said act providing that in all school districts having a population of not less than 2000 inhabitants ami not governed by any special act in relation to the free schools then in force, there should he elected, instead of directors, a board of education consisting of six members, and the census showing the population of District No. 4 to be 2118, an election was ordered and the following named persons received a majority of the votes and were elected: John S. Wheat, John J. Murphy. M. D. Hoy, Rudolph Diesel, George K. Bunker and Edwin E. Thomas. John S. Wheat was chosen president and John J. Murphy clerk. On April 12. 1873. soft maples were set out on the east, west and south sides of the school lot and elms on the north side. Since 1872 the following named teachers have served the district, many of the names being of blessed memory with hundreds of people who studied under their direction: SUPERINTENDENTS. Albert W. Young 72-3. L. S. Knight 73-4, W. L. Klein 74-7. Silas Wood 77-8. Warren Wilkie 78-9. Albert E. Bourne 79-81. J. B. Estee 81-2. C. R. Buchanan 82-3. A. C. Harris 83-4. S. B. Hursh 84-8. John N. Kelly 88-91. John K. Kellogg 91-4. *Ira Eskew 94. L. B. Easton 94-6. *G. W. Conn 95. C. W. Hart 96 (present incumbent). TEACHERS. Ella Ouirk 72-4. A. A. Smith 72-5. Mary Schofield 72-5. Eunice Ayer 72-3. Lucy Jewett 72-3. H. C. Barrows 72-3. Lizzie Moore 72-3. Alice Schryver 72-6. Jennie Lemmers 72-80. J. F. Woiceshky 72-3. Ella Wilbur 73-4. Alice Bakeslee 72-3, 77-88, 91-6. Lizzie E. Johnson 73-6. Anna Crosby 73-9. Anna Vandebogart 73-5. *Miss Gay 74. Mattie M. Paddock 74-6. *Miss Strode 74. Alice Sessions 74-5. *Miss Stark. 74. Florence Sessions 74-5. *Felix B. Tait 74. J. E. Hannahs 75-6. G. Bliss 75-6. Olive W. Owen 75-7. Alice Eckert 75-6. Jennie E. Haynor 76-8. Mary Thomas 76-7. Lettie Cummins 76-84. Nellie Watson 76-7. Josephine K. Sondericker 76-83. Lou Haynor 76-7. E, L. Hibbard 77-8. Mrs. Cora Dickinson 77-80. Jacob Kolb (German) 78. Annie Granger 78-80. Agnes Taylor 79-80. Mary McManus 79-80. Kittie Watrous 79-80. Nora Pierce 80-1. Mattie Ormsby 80-1. Phoebe Pratt 80-1. Mattie McLaren, 80-4. Anna Donnelly, 80-5. Jennie Schryver 80-91. Mrs. F. B. Ehle 81-91. Mrs. O. H. Gillmore 81-3. Kate E. Fuller 82-3. Lida Shallenberger 83-4. Anna Wilkinson, 83-5. Margaret Donnelly 83-91. Lucette Wilkinson 84-5. Nellie Glennon 84 90. Myra Foote 85-6. Alma Young 84-5. Calla Field 84-6. Gertrude Murphy 85-8. Ella Rowe 85-7. Edith M. Kingman 86-91. Lizzie Crosby 86-90. M. Belle Kimball 87-91. Winifred Allen 88-90. Mildred Young 88-00. Maggie Nugent 90-3. Mamie Bayrd 90-2. Emma Frey 90-8. 99 (present incumbent). Ada Parsons 91-2, 96-7. *Nellie Pope 91. Annie K Meigs 91-5. *Nettie Haines 91-2. Maria Carr 91-2. *Irene Kull 91-2. *Clara Hall 92-3. *Mary Heath 92-3. *Irene Kroll 92. Mary Harrington 92-3. Charlotte Renich 92-01. Mary McNair 93-5. *Alice McDowell 93-4. Rose Miller 93-4. Bertha Stratton 93-4. Alice McKenna 94-7. Lauey McDowell 94-00. Dora Besley 94-5. Grace Stevens 94-5. Myrta Freeman 94-5. Mary A. Richards 95-7. *Mrs L. B. Easton 95-6. Cora Fillmore 95-8. Jane Stanford 95 (present incumbent). Matte B. Maxon 96-8. Etta F. Beach 97-8. Anna M. Andrus 97-8. *Miss Sutphen 97. Maggie Guth 97-8. Retta Peet 98-9. *Emma Sirrine 98-9. Lucille Hinman 98-9. Sybil Hendricks 98 (present incumbent). Lelah Shearer 98-9. Dora Delamere 98-9. *Jennie Hall 98-9. Grace Francisco 99 (present incumbent). *Jennie Hulce 99-00. Emma Eickhoff 99 (present incumbent). Mary Richardson 99-01. Hannah Carr 99-00. *Alice B. Dacy 99-00. *Isabel Bartlett 99-00. *Belle Rosencranz 99-00. *S. E. Barrett 99-00. Laura Orr 00 (present incumbent). Edna Francisco 00-01. Nellie Johonnott 00 (present incumbent). Hattie Ladd 00 (present incumbent). Mrs. A. F. Swett 00 (present incumbent.) Mary Rushton 01 (present incumbent). Katharyn Sweeney 01 (present incumbent). Lilla Ladd 01 (present incumbent). Those marked with a (*) served only part of a school year. The first graduating exercises and [Continued on twelfth page.] FINE CITY BUILDING. Costing About $30,000, Dedicated In 1890. Home of Fire Department, Library, Council and Magistrate--Second Story an Elegant Opera House. In the year 1888 the idea entered the heads of the city fathers that Woodstock had reached a sufficient degree of importance to entitle her to a city building that would be a credit to the taxpayers and a delight to the eye. They had become tired of meeting in an attic, so to speak, and the fire department, the public library and other city property needed better shelter, so on June 1, 1888, the records show, Alderman W. W. Cook made a motion that the city purchase the John Bunker lot at the corner of Dean street and the public square, which had remained vacant since the fire of 1871, on which to erect a suitable building for city purposes. This motion met with opposition, the council voting to a tie on the question, and Mayor Joslyn, who was in the chair, voting in the affirmative, and the lot was purchased for $2,000, the order being drawn and the deed secured on July 6 of the same year. On Sept. 10 of that year the council met and considered plans for a city building that had been submitted by Smith Hoag, an Elgin architect, and they were accepted after making a few alterations. On Jan. 4, 1899, the council voted to purchase brick for the city building from the McHenry Brick Company. On April 26 of that year the council ordered the public property committee to proceed to the construction of he building, said committee consisting of Aldermen Jewett, Diesel and Donovan. At this time the original plans of the building were discarded and new plans ordered that would result in better accommodations for the fire department than if the original plans were carried out. On May 3 the committee was given full power to secure the new plans and [Continued on twelfth page] STATE BANK OF WOODSTOCK (Photo) RESIDENCE OF MAYOR EMILUS C. JEWETT (Photo 310 W. Jackson). RESIDENCE OF ELMER E. BAGLEY (Photo) THE BOARD OF EDUCATION: (Photos: Frank W. Streets, clerk; Mrs. Orson H. Gillmore; John D. Donovan; Emil Arnold, president; Fremont Hoy; George Burger; Frank M. Bunker) RESIDENCE OF JOHN D. DONOVAN (Photo 229 N. Tryon) RESIDENCE OF ERASTUS E. RICHARDS (Photo 325 W. Jackson) KENDALL BLOCK (Photo 112 Cass) RESIDENCE OF JOHN M. MULLEN (Photo: 314 W. Judd) RESIDENCE AND MILLINERY PARLORS OF THE MISSES DONNELLY (Photo: west side of square, demolished for post office) THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Thursday, December 19, 1901. page 10 THE PARAMOUNT IDEA at the Hoy Drug Store is the one of quality, whether it be in the matter of Drugs and Chemicals, or Paint and Oils. It is a fact that the "recollection of quality remains long after the price has been forgotten." It is also a fact that most people prefer a good article at a fair price to a poor one at a cheap price. Our store is stocked with goods that were purchased with this idea of superior quality in view and were bought in such quantities that we have obtained the lowest price for the best article. This is the reason that we are many times enabled to offer a superior article at a lesser price than others are asking for a poorer one. This is more often true in our Paint Department than in the others. SPECIALTIES We manufacture a line of specialties which have found considerable favor with our patrons. Among them we mention the following-Seasonable Articles Hoy's Cough Cure has attained a wide circle of friends in this community, and since we introduced it some years ago has gradually increased until last winter, when we made and sold a barrel of this mixture. The sales this winter, from present indications, bid fair to be the largest in its history. It relieves instantly and cures quickly, and does not make you feel worse by making the stomach sick. It positively contains no opium, morphine or other narcotic. Your money back if vou are not satistied. PRICES—25c, 50c, $1.00. Hoy's Laxative Cold Cure for the cure of Cold-in-the Head and La Grippe. This remedy is quite popular and we are supplying an increasing demand. It usually cures a cold in a day. It is put up in tablet form—24 doses, 25c-by mail anywhere on receipt of price. It is guaranteed. Hoy's Cold Cream and Skin Food At night, before retiring, wash the face, neck and arms with a pure vegetable soap (Palmer's Palm Oil Soap is the best) and hot water. Then put a little of the Cream on the finger tips and massage into the skin. Continue this for ten to fifteen minutes, gently but firmly. This practice persevered in will banish blackheads, pimples, freckles and dead and oily substances from the skin. By this means you assist the circulation beneath the skin, so that it is properly nurtured and tissue building becomes healthy, resulting in a clear skin and a fresh and fair complexion. PRICE 25c and 40c. Call, telephone, send messenger or write for it. Rubber Goods It is so hard to procure a really first-class article in Rubber Goods that we have had made especially for us a Hot Water Bag and a Fountain Syringe, which we have named The Perfection. These goods are made of pure gums and contain not one ounce of old rubber in their composition. They are guaranteed for one year. The Perfection Water Bag is made in slate and red rubber in the following sizes and prices: Slate 2-qt. bottles $1.00; 3-qt. bottles 1.15; 4-qt. bottles 1.25. Red 2-qt. bottles $1.25; 4 qt. bottles 1.40. We have them also as low as 50c. The Perfection Fountain Syringe, rapid flow, in slate only, at the following prices: 1-qt. $1.25; 3-qt. 1.50. Bulb syringes 50c to 1.25. Other fountain syringes 35c to $2.25. Our general rubber stock is carefully selected and includes all articles usually found in such stocks—nipples, breast pumps, suspensories, rubber tubing, nursing bottles, and all styles of syringes. Hoy's Derma Cream is a splendid article for chapped hands and face. Apply it at night, and in the morning the chaps will have vanished and the soreness be gone. It is the best protection against the roughening effects of cold winds and raw weather. Can be applied before going out. Is not sticky or greasy: gloves can be worn immediately after using. 25c. Our Prescription Department When there is illness in your home and the critical period approaches, you find yourself wondering if the medicine is really the best that can be had—so much depends on the medicine. The physician's prescription at all times receives our most earnest and thoughtful care, and no effort is spared to maintain the highest exactness in this work, combined with the greatest practical promptness of service. In the selection of our chemicals, as well as sundries, we exercise the utmost care to buy not what is cheapest, but what is best, and to high quality and purity we sacrifice every other consideration. We, therefore, buy Merck's chemicals, a brand which is the recognized standard of quality and purity.. Our pharmaceuticals come from E. R. Squibb's Sons. Park. Davis & Co. and Jno. Wyeth & Brother, who are renowned manufacturers of galenicals of high grade. 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Writing Paper 5 to 20c a quire. Envelopes, 5 to 15c a bunch. PAINT DEPARTMENT Into our Paint Department we have also carried this idea of quality. Lead, Oil, Fresco Colors and Minerals must be pure and come up to certain requirements. We take especial pride in the quality and achievement-- of the brand of Mixed Paint known as the B. P. S. PAINT which is manufactured by the Patterson-Sargent Co. of Chicago, Cleveland and New York, of which we carry a complete line. We have handled this Paint for three years, and have sold over four thousand gallons. The increasing sales of the products of this house demonstrate the fact that the paint is giving entire satisfaction. What Will It Do? It will spread more freely, look better, go farther and wear longer than any hand-mixed lead or so-called 'cheap paint. A thin coat of paint looks and wears better than a thick coat. The thinner paint is applied, the better, so long as it covers. B. P. S. is so perfectly mixed and finely ground that it can be rubbed out more and spread on thinner than any hand-mixed lead or 'cheap' paint. B. P. S. will cover 300 square feet or more to the gallon, two coats; and the cost of paint for one square yard of the average surface is 4 1/2 to 5 cents. This means a satisfactory job and economy in every way economy in time, economy in labor, economy in material, economy in temper. A drop of B. P. S. Paint with a diameter of 1-16 of an inch magnified and photographed. Note the fineness of grain and absence of crystals in the lead due to fine grinding, showin the superiority of paint mixed by machinery. Guaranty. B. P. S. Paint is made of Old Dutch White Lead, the best grade of zinc White. Old Process Cold Pressed Linseed-Oil, aged, settled and ripened in our own tanks (new oil is not fit to use), a little drier, the necessary coloring pigments, and contains no adulteration whatever. Signed PATTERSON-SARGENT CO. Meshoppon, Pa. The Patterson-Sargent Co., Cleveland) Gentlemen: This is to certify that I am a practical painter, and have made a test of the Patterson-Sargent Co.'s B. P. S. Outside Gloss White Paint, and hand-mixed strictly pure white lead and oil. The load was mixed to the proportion of 4 gallons of oil to 1000 pounds of lead. We used one pint of each. The lead and oil Paint spread 48 1/4 square feet and the B. P. S. Paint 70 square feet. The body of the two paints was about even as far as the covering qualities were concerned. The B. P. S. is the best paint I ever used, and is whiter than the hand-mixed lead. Yours truly, A. J. Love, Painter. County of Wyoming. State of Pennsylvania Subscribed and sworn to before me, a Justice of the Peace, in and for said county, this 13th day of March. A. D. 1901. One of the Proofs. New York, March 28, 1898. Capt. James M. Miller Commander Brooklyn Navy Yard. Sir: The yellow paint submitted to the Bureau of Yards and Docks for test by the Patterson-Sargent Co.. 42 Hudson St., New York, and referred by you on the 1st inst. has been analyzed wfth the following results: The pigment contains It is found to contain White Lead.... 54.4 per cent Linseed Oil 40 per cent; Ochre calculated 9.6 per cent Pigment.....50 per cent White Zinc.....35.0 per cent Very respectfully. Walter H. Kent, Chemist. A drop of hand-mixed lead and oil paint with a diameter of l.16 of an inch magnified 630 times and photographed. Note the coarse grain and the crystals of lead, showing the impossibility of mixing paint properly by hand. We Handle also of This Firm's Manufacture; The B. P. S. Gloss Carriage Paint Quarts, 74 cents; pints 45 cents: half-pints 25 cents. The B. P. S. Wagon Paint Quarts 60 cents; pints 35 cents. The B. P. H. Veranda Floor Paints Quarts 50 cents; half-gallons 90 cents; gallons $1.79. The B. P. S. Interior Floor Paint Quarts 40 cents; half-gallons 75 cents; gallons $1.50. The B. P. S. Shingle Stains 55 to 90 cents per gallon. The The Nisoron Varnishes are made of selected gum copal, and contain no rosin, benzine or any adulteration whatever. We guarantee them to be just as represented, and recommend them for their unexcelled uniformity, easy-working properties, brilliancy of finish, durability and economy. These varnishes do not scratch or mar white and will stand live steam or boiling water without injury. Price from $2.25 to 6.00 per-gal. The following houses whose pictures appear in this issue were painted with the Best Paint Sold and finished in the interior with the Nisoron Varnishes and Filler: L. T. Hoy, Dr. F. C. Page, F. B. Bennett, C.T. Barnes, George F. Eckert, B. E. Bagley, V. S. Lumley, Frank R. Jackman, J. J. Stafford, Ben. Stupfel, F. W. Buell, George Burger, L. J. Young, D. T. Smiley, J. I). Donovan John McGee L. T. HOY. WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL 11 HOUSES OF WORSHIP In Which the People Serve God and Improve Their Morale. Nearly all the Leading Denominations Represented in Woodstock with Thrifty Societies. A good index of the character of the people who compose a community is found in the support they give to institutions for instruction in the things of God. The better these institutions are supported, as a general thing, the higher the character of the people. This being true, surely the inference can be correctly drawn that the people of Woodstock are of high moral character, and this fact should appeal to all who are looking for an ideal place of residence and a worthy place for the rearing of their families. The religious advantages of a community are not less important than the educational, and Woodstock is admirably equipped in both respects. The purpose of this article is to give, as briefly as may be, a history of the houses of worship of Woodstock and their various subordinate societies, with the names of their present officers. BAPTIST This society was organized here May 12, 1847, in the old court house in the park, Elder Adams officiating. Starting with about twenty members, the meetings were first held in a hall over what is now the drug store of A. S. Wright. The following year the society erected a house of worship on Jefferson street, but as they went heavily in debt, the building was later sold to the Methodists, who, when their present church was erected in 1871, sold to the Universalists, now unorganized. The church was for some time used as an armory and a skating rink, and went up in smoke in the fire of 1893. The present Baptist church was erected in 1866, being located at the corner of Jackson and Throop streets. It is a frame structure with a seating capacity of about 250, with prayer rooms in the rear, and cost about $7,000. It has been vastly improved in recent years. The pastors who have served the Church are named as follows, in the order of their service: Elder Adams, Joel Wheeler, S. M. Brown, E. F. Gurney, G. W. Gates, S. Washington, Nathaniel Colver. A. G. Hubbard, W. H. Haigh, J. N. Carman, Horace Burchard, H. L. Stetson, James Cox, D. S. McEwan, William Ostler, Levi Parmely, George P. Wright. John A. McCaw, C. C. Markham, Stephen P. Morris (who resigned a few weeks ago), and the pulpit is at present being supplied by E. S. Moon, a student at a theological seminary in Chicago. Of late years, owing to deaths add removals, the society has been small in membership and unable to properly support a pastor, but the time was when it was one of the strongest organizations in the city, with a large membership and wielding a powerful influence for good. The church has a well-conducted Sunday-school, a Young People's society and a Ladies' Aid society, the officers of which are: LADIES' AID SOCIETY. President Mrs. Cal. Dennis. Vice-President Mrs. Weeden G. Conklin. Secretary Mrs. Louis Johnson. Treasurer Mrs. C L. Woodard. SUNDAY-SCHOOL Superintendent—Mabel Hanaford. Secretary—Frances McEwan. Treasurer—H. L. Watson. (Died last Friday.) V. P. S.C.E. President-Miss Ethel Austin. Vice-President Miss Esther HErlugSON Treasurer—Miss Ida Hanaford. Secretary— Miss Grace Woodard. Organist—Miss Edythe Austin. CATHOLIC. St. Mary's church was organized here about the year 1854, by Father McMahon, who died of yellow fever in the South five years later. Previous to this time the Catholics of the community worshipped in Hartland. The society's house of worship, which is one of the three brick churches in the city, was erected in 1856 at a cost of 14,000, with a seating capacity of 250. In 1881 it was enlarged and improved, its seating capacity increased to 400, and its cost advanced to about $12,030. Many of the most prominent and influential families in the city worship at this shrine, and they are noted for their generosity and good citizenship. The priests of St. Mary's have been as follows: Hugh T. Brady 52-5: Bernard O'Hara 55-8; James Meagher. 59-60, associated with Rev Hempstead; Terrence Fitzsimmons 60-7; J. M. Ryan part of 68; P. M. Reardon assisted by Peter Sheedy and Rev. Egan 68-9; T. Quigley part of 69; L. Lightner 69-70; Lawrence Dunn 70-l; John Carroll 71-7; Thomas F. Lydon, the most-popular pastor St. Mary's ever had 77-85; James F. Clancy 85-90. The present priest is Father Quinn, a good-natured and courteous gentleman. The church maintains a Sacred Heart and an Altar society and a largely attended Sunday-school. CONGREGATIONAL This society was organized Oct 24, 1865, many of its original members having withdrawn from the Presbyterian church. Its first meetings were held in Phoenix hall, but in 1866, a house of worship was erected at the corner of Dean and South streets, it being dedicated in December of that year. The church, with the annex erected later, will seat 450 people. There are also commodious parlors connected with the structure, and but a few years ago a beautiful parsonage was erected just east of the church edifice. This is the only church in the city that is surrounded by white cement sidewalks, which were laid the past summer. The church is equipped with a beautiful Peloubet reed-pipe organ, the gift of Mrs. Mary R. Joslyn, and is elegantly furnished and carpeted. The pastors who have served the church are named as follows, with their terms of service: J. J. A. T. Dixon Oct. 24, 1865 to Oct. 31, 1867; J. R. Danforth Jan. 1, 1868. to Sept. 15, 1868; A. L. Riggs Jan. 1, 1869 to April 1, 1870; A. P. Johnson April 1, 1870 to Nov. 10, 1872; L. V. Price. Jan. 1, 1873 to Nov. 7, 1874; T. C. Northcolt. May 1. 1875. to Jan. 1. 1878; A. M. Stevens April 1, 1878 to Jan. 1, 1879; A. J. Buell, Feb. 23, 1879, to May 12, 1879; E. J. Alden June 22, 1879 to Dec. 28, 1880; J. D. Wells May 1, 1881 to May 1 1883; W. A. Evans June 3, 1883 to Aug. 31, 1884; E. B. Boggess September 1884 to March 14, 1888; I. N. Adrian July 22, 1888 to Sept. 1, 1890; H. B. Long Oct. 22, 1890 to Sept. 1, 1893; C. E. Enlow November, 1893 to Aug. 1, 1894; W. R. Gaylord Sept. 1, 1894 to Aug. 1. 1896; R. B. Guild December, 1896, to May 1, 1900; J. W. Moore Oct. 21, 1900 (present pastor). The present officers are: Pastor J. W. Moore. Clerk C. B. Wright. Treasurer A. K. Bunker. Custodian of Poor Fund Mrs. M. Sherman. Trustees L. H. S. Barrows, A. S. Wright, J. C. Choate. Deacons L. H. S. Barrows, John Finch. Ushers E. E. Mead, Fred A. Copeland, John M. Hoy. Organist Miss Bessie Murphey. Janitor Henry Burdick, The church has an efficient Christian Endeavor society, a Ladies' Aid society, a large Sunday-school and several other societies, the officers of which are as follows: SUNDAY-SCHOOL.Superintendent Mrs. W. F. Mumford. Assistant Superintendent L. H. S. Barrows. Secretary and Treasurer Miss Stella Sherman. Superintendent Primary Department Miss Grace Smith. LADIES AID SOCIETY. President Mrs. C. L. Reichmuth. Vice-President Mrs. R. C. Wright. Secretary and Treasurer- Mrs. J. Richards. MISSIONARY UNION. Vice-President Mrs. J. C. Choate. Secretary and Treasurer Mrs. E. E. Mead. FRIENDS IN COUNCIL President Mrs. W. V. Hopf. Vice-President Mrs. J. S. Jones. Secretary and Treasurer Mrs. E. S. Sprague. V. P. S. C. E. President—Miss O. S. Morris. Vice-President Mrs. W. F. Mumford. Secretary and Treasurer Miss Grace Smith. Corresponding Secretary Katherine Floyd. Organist Miss Bessie Murphey. Assistant Organist Miss Rolla Andrews. Superintendent Junior Work Mrs. J. W. Moore. FREE METHODIST. This society was organized here about the year 1887, although most of its members had worshipped in the little church at Pleasant Valley, about four miles south of here. For many years its first meetings were held at the Orphans' Home and at the homes of members. In the year 1893 a small brick church was erected at the corner of Jefferson and Dietz streets, modest in appearance, but cosy and comfortable, and dedicated free of debt. For several years the pastor was John Harvey, who also served two other charges. He was succeeded by Charles B. Wetherell who, after a few years of service withdrew from the church and became a member of the Methodist Episcopal conference. The present pastor is Rev. Wilkinson, who succeeded Rev. Willing. The church has a good Sunday-school. EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN ST. JOHN'S This congregation was organized in Woodstock by Rev. Carl Schmidt in 1874. They had no house of worship until 1891, when they purchased the original Baptist church, which was destroyed by fire in 1893. Previous to 1891 they worshipped in the lecture room of the M. E. church. where they were served principally by Rev. H G. Schmidt. After the fire they used the German Presbyterian church On Washington street until they had completed their beautiful brick church, corner of Jefferson and Calhoun streets. In December, 1894, H. Engelbrecht became their pastor and served them for a couple of years, being succeeded by H. Dannenfeldt, who after several years of service, resigned the past summer and moved away. The church membership is 50. The officers of the church are: President Joachim Westman. Secretary Fred G. Schuett. Treasurer-Fred J. Schroeder. Deacons - John F. Schroeder, Robert Gaulke. Trustees—John Kindt, August Gahlbeck and Henry Brotterman. Collector—William Schernan. SINGING SOCIETY. The church also maintains a singing society with twenty members, whose officers are: President Fred G. Schuett. Secretary Mrs. F. Beth. Treasurer Mrs. W. Holtz. Director Frank Beth. Organist Anna Mavis. GERMAN PRESBYTERIAN. This church is an offshoot of the old church on Queen Anne prairie, which has been in existence since 1853. In 1881 a church edifice was erected on Washington street, in this city, Rev Jacob Kolb being pastor at that time. The society was reorganized in 1883, many of the members withdrawing and returning to the Queen Anne church. It is not, in reality, a Presbyterian church, as it is not connected with the synod, but many of the younger members were reared in the First Presbyterian church. Regular Sunday services are held every two weeks. Rev. E. Benzing of Chicago serving the congregation, and he is generally present to officiate at the funerals of members. Mrs. Kate Renich was for some time superintendent of the Sunday-school. METHODIST EPISCOPAL. This society was organized here about 1850 by Rev. Morehouse. Meetings were held for several years in the old Excelsior and Phoenix halls, and in 1862 they purchased the Baptist church mentioned elsewhere in this article, which they used until 1871 when the present house of worship, the largest and most commodious in the city, was erected. In the basement are commodious parlors, dining rooms and kitchen, nicely adapted for the social gatherings of the church. A couple of years ago the church was equipped with a beautiful pipe organ, the only one in the city, while a piano in the parlors furnishes music for class meetings and the minor organizations of the church. About three years ago the society erected a beautiful parsonage adjoining the church at a cost of about $3,000. Both church and parsonage are located on South street at the south end of Throop street. The first record of the church in the possession of the present pastor dates back to 1847, the quarterly conference of that year having authorized D. Fellows to purchase a recording secretary's book. The history reports several changes in name, according to its relation to other towns or appointments. The present official name is Methodist Episcopal Church of Woodstock. The membership is 204. Some of the pastors who have served the church are named as follows: Samuel Richardson (local elder). C. Lazenby. J. W. Agard. L. K. Davis. W. C. Willing. Edmund Cook. H. L. Martin. M. B. Cleveland. L. L. Belden. G. L. Stuff. C. Brookings. Rev. Guyer. Edwin Brown. Joseph Hartwell. Rev. Burlingame. D. W. Lynn. Rev. Lyon. W. A. Smith. W. A. Cross. S. T. Show. M.H.Triggs. E. M. Boring. J. Hartman. A. Newton. S. Earngey. John Adam. G. K. Hoover. M. H. Plumb. Henry Lea. J. J. Walter. Frank R. McNamer, and the present pastor, N. A. Sunderlin, who recently entered upon his seventh year of service, thus probably outstripping any other M. E. pastor in the state in length of service. The present trustees of the church are: P. B. Still. George Burger. A. Still. Thomas Charles. George F. Rushton. J. V. Egelston, Charles S. Northrup. Wm. S. McConnell. A. Dwight Osborn. The stewards of the church are: W. C. Eichelberger. E. C. Burger, Burr Robbins, W. T. Wheeler. John McBroom. Adam Westerman, A. A. Boynton, E. W. Ercanbrack, Mrs. C. S. Northrop, Mrs. A. B. McConnell, Mrs. Frances Kirk, Mildred Young, and Mrs. J. D. Cronk. Class leaders: A. Still. A. A. Boynton. J. Edw. Ercanbrack. Charles Williams. The church has a thriving Epworth League, a Baraca Bible class, a Philathea class, a Ladies' Aid society and a large Sunday-school, the officers of which are as follows: EPWORTH LEAGUE: President MrS E. C. Burger. 1st Vice-President J. D. Cronk. 2nd Vice-President Jean Burger. 3rd Vice-President Mrs W. H. Shipton. 4th Vice-President Mrs. G. E. Still. Secretary Jessie Richardson. Treasurer Will. D. Wheeler. LADIES' AID: President Mrs. H. J. Dygert. Recording Secretary Mrs. A. B. McConnell. Treasurer Mrs J. V. Egelston. WOMAN'S HOME MISSIONARY SOCIETY: President Mrs. A. B. McConnell. Recording Secretary Carrie Rushton. Corresponding Secretary Cornelia Taylor. Treasurer Mrs. Luta Barnes. SUNDAY-SCHOOL: Superintendent P. B. Still. Assistant Superintendent Mrs. J. D. Cronk. Secretary Mildred Still. Librarian E. E. Greenley. Treasurer James Northrop. Chorister Adam Westerman. Organist Jean Burger. PRESBYTERIAN. The First Presbyterian church was organized Feb. 23, 1846, by Rev. J. B. Plumstead. The first services were held in the little church on Church street, which was moved to Queen Anne prairie when the erection of the brick church on the same site was begun. This house of worship was used until 1882 when, on account of the noise of passing trains and the difficulty of reaching it on account of the railroad, the church officials purchased a lot at the corner of Tryon and Calhoun streets where the present modern edifice was erected and dedicated to worship on Christmas day, 1882, being dedicated free of debt. Recently an addition has been built to accommodate the Y. P. S. C. E, and the growing needs of the Sunday-school, and also to provide a kitchen and dining-room for the social affairs of the society. Rev. Richard K. Todd served the church from the time of its organization until 1860. He was followed by Revs. Blood and Thomas as "stated supplies," their ministry continuing until the fall of 1865, when Rev. S. C. Hay, who was pursuing a post-graduate course at the McCormick Theological seminary, was invited to supply the pulpit for the winter. During the interim which followed the church was ministered to by Rev. Todd and theological students from Chicago until Rev. T. Carter Kirkwood assumed the pastorate in January, 1869, continuing in charge of the church until the spring of 1870. Rev. Charles Ryder followed as supply for a time. Again during the interim which followed Rev. Todd gratuitously supplied the pulpit until a call was made out for another pastor. Rev. Hay was called as the next pastor and entered upon his duties in August, 1870, serving the church until August, 1874. The next pastor was Rev. J. Emory Fisher, whose ministry continued about two years. Rev. John D. McLean supplied the pulpit during the winter of 1877 while a student at McCormick Theological seminary, and after graduating at that institution, was installed as the pastor of the church, serving in this capacity between five and six years, and it was during his ministry that the present church edifice was erected. Rev. Hay resumed work as pastor of the church for the second time in May, 1883, and has served continuously up to the present time. The elders of the church are: William J. McDowell and Thomas Lindsay. Trustees Dr. J. W. Primm, Prof. Noble Hill and William J. McDowell. Ushers O. G. Mead and Elmer A. Gregory. Janitor Minor Lockwood. SUNDAY SCHOOL: Superintendent P. B. Anderson. Assistant Superintendent Ada L. Parsons. Secretary Elmer A. Gregory. Assistant Secretary Lester Griffing. Treasurer Mary J. Hurd. Librarian Minnie Schaaf. Assistant Librarian Edith Murphy. Organist Mary Shearer. V. P. S. C. E.: President Ada L. Parsons. Vice-President Mrs. P. B. Anderson. Corresponding Secretary Emma McDowell. Recording Secretary O. G. Mead. Treasurer Ella Avery. Ushers Elmer Gibson and Lester Griffing. NICKEL TURNERS: President Amanda Renich. Vice-President Bertha Walters. Secretary Cora Anderson. Treasurer Edith Murphy. Organist Mary Shearer. TOWNSHIP SUNDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION This organization has been in existence and has held conventions for many years. Its officers, chosen from the various churches of the township, are as follows: President J. Edw. Ercanbrack. Secretary and Treasurer Elmer A. Gregory. Superintendent Primary Department Mrs. Etta Fosdick. Superintendent Normal Department B. R. Morse. Superintendent Home Department Miss Bessie Anderson. W. C. T. U. While not a church organization, this society's work is of such a purely moral and religious character, although absolutely non-sectarian, that it is deserving of mention in this connection. The first organization of the W. C. T. U. in this city was perfected more than twenty years ago and it has steadily grown in membership and usefulness up to the present time. Regular semi-monthly meetings are held, and all lines of W. C. T. U work are prosecuted with rigor and intelligence. Its membership embraces the representative motherhood of the city. Its present officers are: President Mrs. G. E. Burbank. Vice-President Mrs. C. W. Hart. Recording Secretary Misa Hattie Taylor. Corresponding Secretary Mrs. E. V. Anderson. Treasurer Miss M. Richards. Press Superintendent- Mrs. M. L. Medlar. STATE MILITIA. A Company That Has Long Been the Pride of Woodstock. For about twenty-five years Woodstock has had a company of state militia Company G, of the Third regiment. It was organised by A. E. Bourne, then principal of the public school, who became its first captain, serving several years. He was succeeded in turn by George Eckert, Charles H. Donnelly and John H. Higgins, the latter of whom resigned in 1913, when the straps were transferred to W. C. Eichelberger, who held the position continuously until a few days ago, when he resigned, George W. Field being elected to fill the vacancy. Company G has always been the pride of the city, and many of our citizens have served in its ranks during greater or lesser periods. It has had some memorable experiences and has always conducted itself with credit to the city and honor to its membership. On Oct. 21, 1892, it was camped four days in the Transportation building at Jackson park, Chicago, and participated in the parade incident to the dedication of the World's Fair. On June 10, 1893, Capt. Higgins was ordered to report with his command at Lemont, the scene of labor troubles along the canal. The company was on duty there six days. On Aug. 21, 1893, they again were ordered to the World's Fair, where they participated in a great military parade. In 1894, during the great railroad strike, Capt. Eichelberger and the company assisted in protecting property and life in Chicago, the duties being arduous and trying. The most exacting service rendered by the company, which tried the metal of its officers and members, was during the war with Spain in 1898. Then they became a part of the volunteer army under command of Gen. Fred Grant, serving in Porto Rico until news of the signing of the protocol was received on that beautiful island just as they were lining up for battle. Preliminary to their going to Porto Rico they were camped for some time at Springfield and also at Chickamauga and their Colonel, Fred Bennitt, of Joliet, gave them credit for being the most soldierly body of men in his command, always quick to obey orders and eager to serve their country and its flag. The going-away and home-coming of the boys were made occasions of general outpouring and rejoicing, and will ever be remembered by those who participated in them. The company has never failed to attend the annual encampments of the regiment, at which its record has always been the best. For several years the company drilled in the hall in the Kellogg block, later in the church on Jefferson street destroyed by fire in 1893, later in the old brick Presbyterian church, but several years ago the late William B. Austin erected a commodious armory on Calhoun street, a cut of which appears on the fourth page of this issue, which was leased by the state for the use of the company and where drills are now held weekly. The present officers of the company are: Captain George W. Field. First Lieutenant James Sullivan Second Lieutenant Canute Lee. WOODSTOCK'S CHURCHES (Photos) Catholic Methodist Episcopal (201 W. South St.) Congregational (221 Dean St.) Presbyterian (225 W. Calhoun St.) Baptist Free Methodist German Presbyterian F. W. BUELL'S WAREHOUSE [photo] STORE OF JOHN J. STAFFORD.[photo 101 E. Van Buren Street] H. H. BOSSARD'S WAREHOUSE W. D. HALL'S LUMBER YARD [photo 200 E. Judd Street] THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901. FINE CITY BUILDING [Continued from ninth page] push the construction of the building as rapidly as possible. Work was at once begun on the building with S. Hoag and S. Brink as overseers, but on account of the slowness in the arrival of materials, it dragged along at a slow rate. This was during the administration of Mayor Murphy, who on June 18 resigned his office, and the building was completed while Mayor Richards was in the chair, he having been elected on July 12, 1889. On Aug. 2 it was voted to issue City Hall bonds to the amount of $16,000 with which to complete the building, and these, we believe, were the first bonds ever issued by the city. building by day labor, and the first work was done in that manner, but on Aug. 9 the council entered into a contract with S. Hoag for the finishing of the building, the contract price being something over $26,000. On Jan. 25, 1890, it was voted to seat the city building with opera chairs, the motion being made by Alderman Austin. After much arduous labor by the council, and especially the public property committee, the building was completed did accepted, and on Sept. 2, 1890 it was dedicated with an entertainment by Patti Rosa and company, who produced "Margery Daw" before a large audience. DESCRIPTION OF THE BUILDING The City Hall is constructed of white brick, trimmed with red sandstone and terra cotta and is of beautiful architectural design, as will be seen by the cut on the first page of this issue. The tower, ninety feet in height, with its pretty, artistically arched observatory, surmounted by a flag staff, adds much to the beauty of the structure. The main floor of the building is divided into public library and reading room, magistrate's office and council room on the east side and fire department on the west. In the basement is the calaboose, which is seldom occupied, the steam heating plant and storage room. The second floor is devoted to an opera house now under the management of Lemmers & Jones. This audience room, with the the balcony above, will seat nearly 700 people. It is beautifully decorated, with a steel ceiling and all the essentials for comfort. The stage is wide and deep, equipped with a large amount of scenery and with two curtains that are works of art. POLITICAL RECORD County Heavily Republican Since 1856, When it Voted For Fremont. The political history of McHenry county, especially since 1856, has been a record of continued Republican ascendancy. Not since 1856 has a Democrat held office in this county-that is none has been elected to an office by the suffrage of the voters. In the years preceding 1856 the Democrats were in the-majority and monopolized all of the offices. The first election held in the county was on June 1, 1837, when the total vote was 115. This election was for county officers and was held at the store of Hiram Kennicott near Half-Day on the Desplaines river, now in the county of Lake. The total vote for county officers in 1839 was 368, showing a substantial gain in population over the preceding election. The total vote at the last election was 7408. The vote at the various presidential elections has been as follows: 1844— Polk (Dem.) 668; Clay (Whig) 488; - 74. 1848- Cass (Dem.), 1096; Taylor (Whig) 660; Van Buren (Free Soil), 1. 1852-Pierce (Dem.) 1199; Scott (Whig) 866; Hale (Free Soil) 645. 1856- Fremont (Rep.) 2869; Buchanan (Dem.) 945; Fillmore (Knownothing), 43. 1860 Lincoln (Rep.) 3033: Douglas (Dem.). 1444. 1864 Lincoln (Rep). 2951; McClellan (Dem.) 1188. 1868 Grant (Rep.) 3296; Seymour (Dem.) 1380. 1872-Grant (Rep.) 2895; Greeley (Liberal) 1080; O'Connor ( Dem.), 21. 1876-Hayes (Rep.) 3465; Tilden (Dem.) 1874: Cooper (Greenback) 34. 1880-Garfield (Rep.) 3516; Hancock(Dem.) 1799; Weaver (Greenback) 194. 1884 - Blaine (Rep.), 3697; Cleveland (Dem.) 2070; St. John (Pro.) 145. 1888-Harrison (Rep.) 3563; Cleveland (Dem.). 2002; Fisk (Pro.) 322. 1892-Harrison (Rep.) 3204; Cleveland (Dem.) 2317; Bidwell (Pro.) 262. 1896- McKinley (Rep.) 5047; Bryan (Dem.) 1910; Palmer (Dem.) 48; Levering (Pro.) 102. 1900-McKinley (Rep.) 5218: Bryan (Dem.) 2058; Woolley (Pro.) 132. THE WOODSTOCK POSTOFFICE Medium of Information for the People Always Well Conducted. The Woodstock postoffice was established in 1844, with Alvin Judd as the first postmaster. He resigned in 1845, and Martin Thrall became his successor. Thrall was postmaster three or four years, and was succeeded by Josiah Dwight, who kept the office till 1853. His successors in office have been: E. D. Austin (Dem.) 53-7. Dr. O. S. Johnson (Dem.) 57-61. A. E. Smith (Rep.) 61-6. O. H. Crandall (Rep.) 66-7. M. F. Irwin (Rep.) 67-9. Wm. E. Smith (Rep.) 69-75. Asa W. Smith (Rep.) 75-9. G. S. Southworth (Rep.) 79-87. Joel H. Johnson (Dem.) 87-91. Simon Brink (Rep.) 91-6. John A. Dufield (Dem.) 96-00. Charles F. Renich (Rep.) 00 (present incumbent.) The office was made a money order office in 1866. The SENTINEL and the Weekly InterOcean, $1.75, if paid before Jan. 1-the payment on this paper to be for a year ahead. THE PUBLIC SCHOOL [Continued from ninth page] giving of diplomas was in 1878, the graduates being William Sondericker, Levi A. Gardner and Mattie McLaren. JANITORS. The school has had but few janitors since its organization, coming, as near as we can get at it, hi the order named: Daniel Weaver, Aaron Hanaford, Alvin Brown (for many years), John J. Donnelly. Charles C. Churchill, the present incumbent, who has served efficiently for many years. BOARDS OF EDUCATION. The people who have served on the boards of education since 1873, as near as we can get at it from the records and our files, are named as follows: PRESIDENTS. John S. Wheat, 73-6. M. D. Hoy, 76-81. E. E. Richards, 81-5. 88-9. G. S. Southworth. 85-8, 85-90. George H. Hoy, 90-3. E. V. Anderson, 93-8. J. W. Primm, 98-00. Elmer E. Bagley, 00-01. Emil Arnold, 01 (present incumbent). CLERKS. M. D. Hoy 73-6. John C. Choate, 76-80. John A. Parrish, 80-8-2. A. L. Salisbury, 82-7. George H. Hoy, 87-9. Emilus C. Jewett, 89-92. Mrs. Clara Allen, 92-4. Elmer E. Bagley, 94-8. Frank W. Streets, 98-(present incumbent). MEMBERS OF THE BOARD. Part of the time the president of the board was elected by members, but for several years he has been elected every year by the voters. The men and women who have served on the board, in addition to the presidents and clerks mentioned, are named as follows: John S. Wheat, 73-6, 81-6. George K. Bunker, 73-6. John J. Murphy, 73-82. Rudolph Diesel, 73-79. M. D. Hoy, 73-81. Edwin B. Thomas, 73-5. A. S. Stewart, 74-5. Benjamin N. Smith, 75-9. A. R. Murphey, 75-6. DeWift C. Green, 76-80. John A. Parish, 79-82 (deceased). Erastus K. Richards, 79-88. Alex. I. Salisbury, 80-7. Gardner S. Southworth, 80-9, Henry Herman, 81-99. Edward A. Murphy, 82-7. Thomas McD. Richards, 86-90. George H. Hoy, 87-90. Orson H. Gillmore, 87-91. Gervase Blakeslee, 88-91. John D. Donovan, 88-97, 99. (present incumbent). Emilus C. Jewett, 89-93. Frank M. Bunker, 90 (present incumbent). Alois Dreyer, 93-98 (deceased). Mrs. Clara Allen, 92-4 (resigned). Elmer E. Bagley,94-98 Fremont Hoy, 95 (present incumbent). Mrs. O. H. Gillmore, 97 (present incumbent). Frank W. Streets. 98 (present incumbent). George Burger, 99 (present incumbent). Boots, Shoes and Slippers for Christmas. You will buy many things for Christmas and give them to various people. Try this year to make your spending wise. Buy for people what they really need. Buy what will do them good. What are the best things to buy? Perhaps the answers are as numerous as your friends and relatives. The best things to buy, or, at least, one of the best, are Boots, Shoes and Slippers. They protect the feet and the health. If you give a person of small means good stout Shoes, instead of a necktie, you are wise. The best are found at the store of H. A. STONE, EXCLUSIVE SHOE DEALER Woodstock, Illinois Medlar's Studio WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. One-Half Block South of City Hall. If You Have Neglected to sit for Photos for the Holidays, call and see me anyway, and let me take your negative, and I can turn the work out expeditiously and in the highest style of the art. Landscape and View Work executed with the must approved apparatus. Many of the views of residences in this issue are from my lens, and you can judge of their quality yourselves. I make a study of my business and aim to adopt the newest improved methods as fast as they appear. A call will convince you that no better work is done anywhere than here. One-Half Block South of City Hall WOODSTOCK. ILLINOIS. FRANK R. JACK MAN FRED B. BENNETT JACKMAN & BENNETT Attorneys-at-Law and Agents for M'Henry County Farms WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS The Finest Farms in the World FOR SALE ON REASONABLE TERMS. 50 choice farms in Mc Henry County now on our books for sale un terms to suit purchasers, ranging in size from 40 to 600 acres. Prices from $40.00 to $ 100.00 per acre. These farms are within from 30 to 50 miles of Chicago and in the finest grain, stock, dairy and hog-raising country in the Northwest. McHenry County has the best roads, the best schools, the best markets, the best lands, the best farm improvements and the best people of any county in the state of Illinois. If you wish to BUY OR SELL your farm don't fail to write, phone or see us at once, as we can save you money. CALL ON OR ADDRESS JACKMAN & BENNETT, Attorneys, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS PHONE, WOODSTOCK, No. 55. HOY BLOCK RESIDENCE OF ATTORNEY FRANK R. JACKMAN (photo). RESIDENCE OF GEORGE ECKERT (photo) RESIDENCE OF GEORGE F. ECKERT (photo 334 S. Jefferson) RESICENCE OF LEANDER J. YOUNG (photo 327 S. Jefferson) Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Page 13 THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER BAND. AN EXCELLENT BAND Connected with the Oliver Type writer Factory. Composed of Skillful Musicians Who Find Diversion From Their Labors In This Way. Woodstock has had many cornet bands during her half-century of existence. Some of the earlier ones were conducted by E. E. Richards, Corydon Richards, A. N. Soper, E. E. Mead and other well-known musicians. One of the latest bands deserving of mention was the Spring City band, organized in 1885, which continued in existence almost until the organization of our present excellent baud.Another band, called the Little Cyclone, was organized in 1893, but had only a brief, though eventful, life. The Oliver Typewriter band, which gets its name from the factory in which most of its members are employed, was organized on Mar. 27, 1896, by Burr Robbins who acted as its conductor for several years. He was succeeded by John L. Carroll, the present conductor, who has brought the organization to such a state of perfection that it is now recognised as one of the finest musical organizations in Northern Illinois and the Northwest. The Oliver Typewriter band, a cut of which appears at the head of this page, gives free weekly concerts in the park during the summer season, which attract large crowds of people and win the applause and approbation of all. This band participated in the parade at the Grand Army encampment in Chicago a year ago, where it received the compliments of the throngs that lined the streets and was pronounced the equal of many of the bands that came from much larger cities. Recently the personnel of the band has been strengthened by the addition of several new members, namely: Charles Collins (baritone), from Syracuse, N. Y.; Bruce Lowry (cornet), from Indianapolis, Ind.; L. E. Hinds, of Hampshire, Ill., who played with Hecker's band at the Pan-American exposition; A. H. Osborn (bass), formerly with C. G. Conn's celebrated band, of Elkhart, Ind. The band includes among its members some excellent soloists, notably; C. M. Curtis (cornet), Howard Brubaker (slide trombone), C. V. Sherman (flute and piccolo). The present membership of the band is as follows: - C. V. Sherman, flute. P. K. Aldrich, piccolo. Harry Brubaker, oboe. E. E. Mead, clarinet. R. H. Aldrich, clarinet. L. E. Hinds, clarinet. Ben B. Cronk, clarinet. David Lonie, clarinet. Luther Allen, clarinet. Ole Simonsen, clarinet. L. F. Sherman, horn. Charles Doll, horn. Bennett Edmonds, horn. H. H. Bosshard. horn. C. M. Curtiss, cornet. F. D. Wynkoop, cornet. Earl Ward, cornet. Bruce Lowry, cornet. B. H. Robbins, cornet. W. C. Besley, cornet. Howard Brubaker, trombone. W. II. Sherman, trombone. Fred Luehring, trombone. Charles Collins, baritone. B. C. Young, baritone. A. H. Osborn, bass. E. A. Rogers, bass. R. Hoeller, drum. C. E. Jones, drum. The officers of the organization are: President -John Whitworth. Manager C. E. Jones. Director John L. Carroll. Assistant Director C. M. Curtiss. Secretary B. C. Young. Treasurer W. H. Sherman. Librarian E. E. Mead. Manager of Properties E.A.Senger. Much of the success of the organization, aside from the efficiency of the leader, is due to Manager C. E. Jones, who is recognized as one of the best men in that capacity in the country. The band is beautifully uniformed, and is generous in the giving of its services on public occasions. Its members are all sober, industrious and skillful workmen, and it is deserving of the good opinions of the public that it so freely receives. Its rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings in the city council rooms, the use of which are donated for that purpose by the city authorities. CITIES OF THE DEAD. Beautiful burying-grounds Faithfully Cared For and Improved. Previous to the year 1859 the village burying-ground was located on the land now occupied by the residence of Mrs. Mary Avery, on South street. In May of that year the village hoard appointed a committee of three to act with an additional six from the general public to select a new site for a cemetery, and this committee selected the present grounds, at the west end of Jackson street, which were originally purchased for $1,000, and the bodies in the old cemetery were moved thereto. The new cemetery was allowed to remain without a great amount of care until 1885, when the Woodstock Cemetery association was organized, with the following named as the first directors: John S. Wheat, A. Bourne, George Eckert, E. E. Thomas, A. R. Murphey, G. S. Southworth, Geo. L. Sherwood, R. Diesel and D. Crumb. The board held its first meeting at the Waverly House on Tuesday, Aug. 11. 1885, and organized by electing John S. Wheat president, Andrew Bourne vice-president, E. E. Thomas secretary and A. R. Murphey treasurer. The association at once took charge of the cemetery and began work for its improvement and beautification. Twice since then the board has made additions to the grounds, city water has been supplied for keeping the grass and graves and flowers green, and just recently, through the efforts of a ladies' auxiliary society, a beautiful iron fence has been erected on the street line. The board employs a sexton for the care of the cemetery during the summer months, who acts under the direction of a superintendent appointed by the board, said sexton the past few years being J. W. Mathey, who has done faithful and efficient work, looking after the interests of lot-owners, as well as of the association, with zealous and conscientious care. Since the organization of the association the following named persons have acted in official capacities in connection with the same: PRESIDENTS. John S. Wheat 85-6. Andrew Bourne 86-94,96-01,(deceased). E. E. Thomas 94-6. G. K. Bunker 01 (present incumbent). VICE-PRESIDENTS. Andrew Bourne 85-6. George Eckert 86-7. G. S. Southworth 87-9. George K. Bunker 89-91, 96-01. E. V. Anderson 01 (present incumbent). SECRETARIES. Edwin E. Thomas 85-94. E. E. Stone 94-6. C. A. Lemmers 96 (present incumbent). TREASURERS. A. R. Murphey 85 (present incumbent). SUPERINTENDENTS. Andrew Bourne 86-9. George Eckert 89-90, 96-8,00 (present incumbent). Robert Forrest 64-6. Some of the time there has been no superintendent appointed, but the work has been overseen by the president or a committee appointed for that purpose. DIRECTORS. Anderson R. Murphey 85 (present incumbent). George Eckert, 85 (present incumbent). Andrew F. McGhee 85-9. John S. Wheat 85-6 (deceased). Andrew Bourne 88-01 (deceased). George L. Sherwood 85-01. Alexander L. Salisbury 85-7 (deceased). Gardner S. Southworth 85-91. Edwin E. Thomas 85-91. Rudolph Diesel 86-96. Darwin Crumb 87-8. Mark Hickox 88-97 (deceased). George K. Bunker 89 (present incumbent). Robert Forrest 91-00. Fremont Hoy 96-9, 00 (present incumbent). C. A. Lemmers 96 (present incumbent). Ira Slocum 96-00. Fred Eppel 99 (present incumbent). E. V. Anderson 00 (present incumbent). D. T. Smiley 01 (present incumbent). Thomas McBroom 01 (present incumbent). The Catholic cemetery (Calvary) is located opposite Oakland cemetery. It is in charge of the higher authorities of the church and the local priest, and is kept in fine condition, a new iron fence of artistic design having been recently received and erected. NORTHWESTERN RABBITRY. Institution Where Belgian Hares and English Cavies Are Bred. An institution from which Woodstock is gaining considerable prominence abroad is the Northwestern rabbitry, the property of Mrs. Edith Kingman Poyer, a lady of marked intellectuality, who is the pioneer in the raising of Belgian hares for the market and in the propagation of English cavies as pets for the household. Mrs. Poyer, whose institution is managed by her brother, C. F. Kingman, has built up an institution, from modest beginnings, that is the largest of its kind in the United Slates. It is located at the east end of East Washington street, the building being a frame structure of fine proportions, in which are located 270 cages, most of which are at all times filled with the finest Belgian bares and cavies that can be found in America, the supply being frequently reinforced with additions imported directly from England, and from these importations are bred the animals that are shipped to various parts of the country and that win prizes at every public show at which they are exhibited. The star animal in Mrs. Poyer's rabbitry is "Fiery Fox," for which the owner has refused an offer of $2,000. His progeny are prize-winners and bring prices that would be considered fabulous were it not for Ihe renown achieved by this institution and its output. "The Belgian hare is a beautiful creature of grace, shapeliness, and color, With an average weight of between eight and nine pounds, he is never clumsy. His long, slender body, arched back, erect head and handsome [unknown] ears [unknown] delicately with black, his bold bright eyes mark him as a creature of thoroughbred and aristocratic lineage. His handsome coat of rufus red, with wavy ticking of black, belongs to no other animal. It is his exclusive and kingly right. What other domestic creature has made himself so popular as to have his qualities named for royal personages? Yet if one wishes to see the color of the hair of one of the Williams of England, called 'Rufus the Red,' let him visit a herd of thoroughbred Belgian hares, and in their handsome, glossy coats note the reproduction of the crowning glory of one of the English kings as named by loyal and admiring subjects." The above paragraph is the language of Mrs. Poyer herself, and one who visits her rabbitry in this city and gazes upon its kingly occupants can not blame her for the poetry of her expression or the ardor with which she enters upon her subject. The Belgian hare is destined to take the place of several other well-known articles of meat diet, for its nutritiousness cannot be gainsaid. Chicken, so popular with invalids, contains only 50 per cent of nutriment, compared with the hare, which yields 83 per cent. Beef, from which extract is prepared for our sick ones, contains 55 per cent., mutton 65 per cent., and pork 75 of net nutriment. From this it will be seen that the Belgian hare leads all domestic animals in nutriment-giving qualities, and why should not such an animal gain favor with the general public? It is but three or four years since Ihe Northwestern rabbitry was established, and the record it has made and the favor that it has gained in all parts of the country is bound to result in great profit for its originator and be productive of a large increase in the raising of these animals throughout the country. VALUE OF FARMS INCREASING Farm lands surrounding Woodstock are valuable property, the prices ranging from $50 to $l00 per acre, although a fine farm at Hebron, twelve miles north of here, recently sold at $115 per acre and one at Harvard, about the same distance away, for $105 per acre. The Rockford Register-Gazette, in a recent issue, commenting on the value of farm lands, said that "two causes are operating to enhance the value of farm lands in Illinois and the West generally. One is the cheapening of money. Farm loans are chasing the farmer and asking for the privilege of investing in his securities at 4 1/2 per cent. If the current productiveness simply keeps pace with the old figures, this means that the net output represents a higher total in the capitalization. A farm that can net $1,000 a year over the cost of management is productive financially on $20,000 or more at present rates of farm interest; where it corresponded to only half that sum when interest was 10 per cent., the common rate prior to the return to specie payments. Stable currency has tended to make money abundant and the rate for loans cheap. "But the productiveness has not remained merely stationary. The advance in American agriculture made by the diligent investigations of the agricultural colleges and the agricultural experiment stat ions, supplemented by the work of the institutes in diffusing the practical results, has cut off wastes, as in the eradication of the losses from smut; has weeded out slip-shod methods, and turned attention to the more profitable handling of the farm. The agricultural interest is thus more thrifty than twenty-five years ago. Hence the value of farm property in general is inherently greater than formerly. "In Northern Illinois some of the lands best situated are advancing to the $100 mark. In Central Illinois it is said that prices of lands are in sight of $150 an acre. The tendency seems to be general. The lower-priced lands of neighboring states are coming into market and being put in more productive condition. These business facts are of moment, for they touch all other classes of business activity. "One factor of not so general application as the above is the building of interurban and rural electric lines. In one section of the Rock river region, along a line on which not a rail has been laid nor even the first sod turned, although the project is well advanced in the first stages, lands have advanced $20 an acre in the past eight months. This is a factor that will have great effect in the coming ten years. In the general rise of farm land, it is only a local factor, but it is much the most significant for changes Covering a short period of time. McHenry county has some of the finest farming lands that the sun shines upon, which can be bought at prices that will make them profitable for investors, particulars concerning which can be obtained by addressing our advertisers. BRUBAKER'S ORCHESTRA (photo) Howard J. Brubaker, one of the members of the Oliver Typewriter band, who had five years' previous experience in orchestra work at Freeport, organised Brubaker's orchestra here in 1899. He plays for dances and social parties, furnishing as many pieces as desired, and has found his orchestra in great demand. _ MANUFACTURE OF BEER. About the year 1858 a brewery was established in Woodstock, and it was conducted for many years by Henry Herman and Frederick Arnold and Jacob Zimmer under several firm names, but in 1887 articles of incorporation were secured from the secretary of state, the authorized capital stock being $100,000 and the name of the company the Woodstock Brewing and Bottling Co., with Jacob Zimmer as president, Henry Herman vice-president and general manager and Emil Arnold secretary and treasurer. Mr. Herman has been with the establishment practically since the beginning of its operation. The elder Arnold died a number of years ago. Mr. Zimmer withdrew several years ago to take the local agency for the Jung Brewing Co., and about a year ago Emil Arnold withdrew and established himself in other business, his brother Albert W. taking his place and assisting Mr. Herman in his labors. Mr. Herman has always been a highly respected citizen, serving on the board of education for many years and being foremost in every effort for the advancement of the city. The plant of the Brewing and Bottling Co. is located at the very northwestern corner of the city. Its buildings are large and well-equipped, and the company is doing a large business. Although several times destroyed, or partially destroyed by fire, it was always rebuilt, and each time on a more elaborate scale, the managers being men of great energy and marked ability. From a small plant making six to eight barrels of beer per day it has grown until its capacity is now more than 150 barrels per day, and the past year it shipped large quantities to Milwaukee, thus practically "carrying coal to Newcastle." The Company manufactures its own malt, and warrants its product to be strictly pure. It received the blue ribbon at the State Fair at Springfield in 1897 for the purity and healthfulness of its beer. The plant is equipped with a 15-ton ice machine, which keeps its cellars and storeroom at an even temperature, summer and winter, and all of its machinery and apparatus is of the latest improved pattern. A bottling establishment is conducted in connection with the main plant, where mineral and soda waters, ginger ale, etc. of high quality are bottled. The company a number of years ago constructed an artificial lake fed from pure springs, from which the water is conducted a long distance, and from this lake and Dufield's lake, a short ways east of the city limits, the city is supplied with ice at reasonable terms, during the summer season. The brewery in all its departments, gives employment to a large number of men and is in a very prosperous Condition. The Sentinel, and the Weekly Inter Ocean, $1.75. if paid before Jan. 1- the payment on this paper to be for a year ahead. THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER BAND (photo) BRUBAKER'S ORCHESTRA (photo) RESIDENCE OF LUMAN T. HOY (photo) RESIDENCE OF COUNTY SURVEYOR C. H. TRYON (photo) HENRY HERMAN (photo) RESIDENCE OF HENRY A. STONE (photo 793 Wheeler St.) RESIDENCE OF MRS. W. B. AUSTIN (photo 401 W. Jackson St.) PLANT OF THE WOODSTOCK BREWING AND BOTTLING CO. (photo Washington St.) RESIDENCE OF S. E. CUNNINGHAM THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Thursday, December 19, 1901,page 14 CHOATE'S COMMENT. J. C. Choate'a Carpet and Rug Department. CARPET DEPARTMENT. ORIENTAL RUGS, An unusually large stock of Indian, Persian, Turkish, Etc. Every Rug will be offered at a Special Price at this sale. NO ONE has to hesitate where to go for desirable Gifts this year. It seems as though we had enough to supply the country and cities. Come and see. Bring the children and get a Souvenir to remember the occasion by. THE CHRISTMAS spirit of fun and frolic seems to be in the air. Young and old, rich and poor, seem to be full of it. Unalloyed pleasure seems to pervade the occasion. We are prepared to assist. We have been preparing a long time for this occasion. It is for your advantage. Come early and take the opportunity offered you. J. C. Choate's Lace Curtain Department. LACE CURTAIN DEPARTMENT. Nottingham Irish Point Brussels Net Lace Curtains Window Shades. DRESS GOODS. Special assortment of Imported Dress Goods and Trimmings for this occasion. CLOAK DEPARTMENT—Prices will be cut to make the garments go. We give the people the chance now, while you need them. It is for you to command, and we will do the rest, and in time for Christmas. January Butterick Fashions. "The Delineator" for January is Ready, Full of Style News. Butterick Fashions are the freshest and latest. A great help to dressmakers and home workers who have aptitude in fashioning their own clothes. The Christmas number of "The Delineator" Is replete with information pertaining to dressmaking, embroidery, millinery and kindred subjects, and is copiously illustrated with cuts and plates, some in colors, besides love stories and the like. "The Delineator" is 15 cents a copy. We have Butterick patterns and all the Butterick publications. Auto Coats-The entire tendency of Coats this season is to Auto. Three-quarter and Long Effects. We have the ever-reliable Butterick patterns covering all popular coat styles. The January patterns have just been received. The January Delineator is beautiful. For sale at the Pattern Counter, 15 cents. Serpentine Skirts Skirts that cling closely around the knees, and flare below, are the characteristic skirts of this season's wear. Patterns for all the latest styles in skirts are kept in stock by us. January patterns are now in stock. Cloaks, Skirts, Waists Special Holiday Sale. Money Saving Sale. We have a large Stock that must go. Prices no object. Everything at a price that you can afford. Automobiles, reduced from $30.00 to $20.00, beautifully made, lined with silk or satin, in black or fancy colors. Finest of Cloths, in tans, blacks, browns, castor and pearl grey. The fashionable green Oxfords, in any length wanted. Storm or Coat Collars. Now is the time to buy these goods before the assortment is broken. The prices never can be any lower than now. Take your discounts now. To give all a benefit for the Holiday Season, we have gone through our Cloak Department and marked down $15.00 Cloaks to $12.50, $12.50 Cloaks to $10.00, $10.00 Cloaks to $7.75, and so on through the whole stock. This will give a chance for a cloak, and money enough left to buy toys and make mother comfortable and the children happy. We have a good stock now, but a few days of lively trading that we expect this inducement will cause would soon reduce our stock. GOODS To Choate'S for Your Gifts ! Many years we have been doing this, and have never disappointed a customer within our power to please. late comers will be accommodated. We expect to furnish anything needed from the city up to Christmas Eve and will deliver to your houses, so you can surprise the dear ones on Christmas morning. Give us your business. You can rely upon us. Flannel Waists. Choice of many excellent styles of French Flannel Waists, with tucked yokes: silk embroidered, appliqued Norfolk Waists, worth up to $5.00 Now $3.75. Silk Waists. Colored Taffeta Silk Waists. Handsome new effects, all colors, including black. Worth up to $8.00. The price now $5.00. Black Peau de Soie Waists, beautifully embroidered and tucked. $9.00 value reduced to $6.00. The first time in our history have such bargains been offered in these goods. We will make your money buy more goods than ever before in this department. At Choate'S for useful Gifts. Traveling bags, suit cases, club bags, suit cases with shirt folds, and common grip cases, from 2S cents each up to fine goods. At Choate'S has been Santa Claus' headquarters for many years. His reindeers know the way. They have been here so many times they do not make any mistake. His load is sure to be large, but we give him plenty of room. Welcome children. Mufflers for men and women. Present Zero weather demands them. Gloves and mittens—the warm kind. At Choate'S. What a handkerchief selling: This is the place to buy these goods. See what a boy's handkerchief can be for 5 cents. Ladies'pure Irish linen for 20 cents. Worth much more. Initial handkerchiefs, all prices. Handkerchiefs suitable for father, mother, husband, wife, son, daughter, brother, sister and sweetheart or pillow top. Christmas Suggestions. Books. Here you can buy four books for what one will cost at many places. Twenty-five cents each for well bound, gilt top, all standard works. We are informed that no more such books will be published at the price, as the bookmakers are losing money. Five cents will buy a large toy book with illuminated pictures, in colors, and large type, and up to much finer publications. Come here to buy your books. Lamps, China, Student Lamps, Bohemian Glass, French China, Bowls, Plates. Comb and Brush Trays, Wine Sets. Gold Decorated Fruit Bowls. Card Trays,Fern Dishes, Bon Bon Dishes. Rose bowls. Salad Bowls, Cologne Bottles. Vienna Vases. Unique Vases, Toilet Goods. Manicure Sets. Handkerchief and Glove Boxes. Holiday Blankets. These goods make very appropriate and useful gifts. All prices, from 48c per pair. Very fine, with beautiful borders. Bed Comforts. From very cheap to very good. All warm and comfortable for this zero weather. Thousands of tempting purse-pleasing gifts for all. Men, women and children, come and see the show. Rich Furs for Christmas Gifts. Bear Boas now so stylish. A fad in the city richly dressed ladies appearing on swell occasions wearing them. We have a stock of various garments for women and children. Winter Gloves. Sale of fur-lined for men. Kid and wool for ladies and children. Golf gloves. Women's street gloves. Mittens for extreme cold. Ribbons. We are anxious about our big stock, and are making special inducements to purchasers. Fancy neckwear, chiffon boas none so popular, fur boas, scarfs, collarettes and muffs. Fur sets for children. Dolls. Choose from the largest and handsomest Doll stock ever brought to Woodstock. This is the doll center without doubt. All say so when they see it. Prettily dressed dolls by the hundreds. Endless variety in price and design. One cent will buy a Bisque jointed doll with hair. Twenty-five cents will buy a doll with bisque head, handsomely draped in silk. We have the rich imported dolls, as fine and rich as anyone may desire. A. J. CANNON will assist us during the holiday trade. In making your selection, "Art" will be pleased to assist you. The prices are absolutely the lowest quoted. Come to the one complete Toy Department in Woodstock. Bring the children, and let them enjoy the big show. J G CHOATE TELEPHONE No. 94. St. Nicholas Almost Here. Only a few days and Christmas is here. Another rush Is upon us, with the jingling of bells, the tooting of horns and the merry shouts. The mysterious packages, bought at Choate's,and Happy children and the pleased grown-ups. What a happy time is Christmas! And we have a glad hand in all this merriment. We welcome it all. Enjoy every moment of it. We wish we could give you all a peep into our Toy Wonderland by writing on paper, but we cannot. The only way is to come and see. Yesterday a little girl sent us word that she was sick and feared she could not come to see us. We sent her toys, etc. and many fervent wishes for her speedy recovery. THURSDAY, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. PAGE 15 A BUSINESS PUBLIC Whose Superiority Is Unquestioned. Solid, Reliable Firms. It was the original intention of the writer to dwell quite extensively on the merits of the various business men of Woodstock, including the workers in all lines of endeavor, but we must be pardoned if We seem to slight some that are deserving of more attention than they receive. Sickness has raised havoc with our office force, our job and ad man having been sick since a week ago last Monday and one of our compositors since Monday of this week, and then cold weather came on, making the printing of the edition very difficult work, so that we have been compelled to be ad man, job man, pressman, devil, compositor, insinuation gatherer, localizer, sketch writer and all-around hustler, all at the same time, and the task has been a greater one than we could successfully accomplish and do all departments justice, which accounts for any errors that may appear or any oversights that may occur. We will speak briefly of every business institution in the city, hoping to slight none. STATE BANK Of WOODSTOCK. The State Bank of Woodstock was chartered in 1889, at the time that the First National bank went into voluntary liquidation. It was capitalized for $25,000, and has steadily increased its business and been a paying investment for its stockholders. At the present time the bank has a surplus fund of $15,000, and a large amount in the undivided profits fund. The bank has resources, according to its October statement, of $280,000. The bank has a large number of safety deposit boxes, which are leased by the year to those who desire a safe place for their valuable papers. The officers of the bank are: President E. E. Richards. Vice-President—W. H. Stewart. Cashier- E. C. Jewett. The directors are: E. E. Richards, E. C. Jewett, Geo. K. Bunker, M. L. Joslyn, A. R. Murphey, Geore McConnell, W. H. Stewart, A. K. Bunker, and E. E. Bagley. The bank occupies its own building at the northwest corner of the public square. Its Chicago depository is First National bank of that city. Irwin Burger assists in the work in the bank. FARMERS EXCHANGE BANK. This institution was founded a number of years ago, and is located in the Hoy block, north side public square. A general banking business is transacted and its standing is of the highest order. This is a private bank, the firm name being M. D. Hoy & Son, whose portraits appear herewith. The deposits range from $200,000 to $300,000, and its Chicago depository is the Merchants' Loan and Trust Co. The Messers. Hoy are assisted in the bank by Fremont Hoy and William P. Hoy. THE MCHENRY COUNTY STATE BANK. This institution was organized and began business about the middle of the past October, in the John J. Murphy block, where the First National bank used to be, its capital being $25,000. Its directors are W. C. Eichelberger. J. D. Donovan, J. T. Bower. C. P. Barnes, Geo. L. Murphy. A. J. Olson and M. H. Fitzsimmons. Its officers are: President— Geo. L. Murphy. First Vice-President and Attorney— C. P. Barnes. Second Vice-President- M. H. Fitzsimmons. Cashier—W. C. Eichelberger. Clerk- Earl Bower. The bank is starting out with a very satisfactory business. DRUG STORES. Luman T. Hoy, northeast corner public square, has been in the drug business in this city more than twenty-five years, at first being in partnership with A. R. Murphey. but for more than twenty years he been the sole proprietor of the establishment. He handles a high class of goods. Mr. Hoy, being secretary of the state board of pharmacy, has very little time to give to his business the past two years, but it has been in good hands, as his pharmacist, F. A. Daniels who has had the management of the business, is one of the best men in his line in the state. He is assisted by Tate Barrick, an experienced clerk and Pharmacist. A. S. Wright has been proprietor of the original red front drug store on the south side for about a quarter of a century, conducting a first-class establishment. He has held various state offices by appointment of governors, being at present a member of the state board of charities. He is assisted in the store by W. F. Glazier, a capable pharmacist and obliging gentleman. A. R. Murphey, also located on the south side, has been in the drug business here the larger part of his business life. For a number of years be was a partner of L. T. Hoy, but nearly twenty years ago he moved to the south side, stocking a part of E. W. Blossom's jewelry store with drugs and kindred articles, the firm being Murphey & Blossom until the latter gentleman sold his jewelry business to Mr. Murphey and moved to Sterling. Since then Mr. Murphey has handled both lines of business in a skillful manner, having a very fine establishment. He is assisted in his labors by E. S. Sprague, an expert jeweler and repairer and a skillful pharmacist. E. E. Stone conducts one of the oldest drug stores in the city on the side of the square. He succeeded his father, the late Dr. Geo. F. Stone, and conducts the business alone, having no clerk. He is an experienced pharmacist and a very worthy gentleman. His store has always been noted for the fact that it dispenses no ardent spirits whatever. All of the drug stores deal quite extensively in paints and painter's supplies. SAMPLE ROOMS. Woodstock has eight sample rooms, or saloons, where liquid refreshments are supplied, as follows: John MCGee, north side Square. Gustav Behrens, north side square. John J. Sullivan, north side square. A. B. Cowlin, Main street. Connors & Stone, Main street. Jacob Schwanb, northeast corner public square. James Guest, basement of Arnold block, east side square. Nester & Pfeiffer, east side square. GRIST MILLS. There are three of these, one conducted by G. W. Frame in the pickle factory building, one by Emil Meyer, in the foundry building, and the other by William Wiley, in the old fire engine house, east end of Judd street. TIN SHOPS. K. S. McFadden conducts a tin shop in the basement of the Church building, southeast corner public square, he does all kinds of work in his line. J. H. Earlie has a shop in the Kellog building, opposite the City Hall. Does all the work in his line. There are also tin shops connected with the stores of Whitson Brothers and A. Dwight Osborne in the former of which John Schrocedcr and Gus Wagner operate, and in the latter William Ewing, William Parsons and Chas. Darrell. BOTTLING works. Peter K. Rose has for years conducted a bottling establishment at his premises on Washington street, where he bottles beer, soda waters and other soft drinks. DRY GOODS DEALERS. J. C. Choate, southeast corner of public square, has been in business here continuously since before the war, and there has not been an issue of this paper since that time in which his ad has not appeared. He has four stories packed with goods in numerous lines, and does an extensive business. His lines can be judged from his ad in this issue. He is assisted in the store by his son Frank B., William Dixon and the Misses Amelia Bier, Hannah Evans and Louise Kindt. His store is a very popular trading place. M. N. Wien, in the Dacy block, corner of Benton and East Washington streets, has been in business here about eight years, handling a general line, as will be seen from his ad. He is a genial and accommodating dealer, and is deserving of the large patronage that is coming his way. He is assisted in the store by Philip Snyder, an experienced salesman, and Miss Alice Senger. Mr. Wien devotes his entire time to his business, and is very successful. J. G, Hurd, recently successor to M. D. Hoy & Son, in the Hoy block, is an experienced dealer, coming here from Anacortes, Wash., a few weeks ago to take charge of this business, which he purchased. He carries an extensive line of high-class goods and does a cash business. N. R. Buckley Co. are located in the new Church block, southeast corner of the public square. They carry a general line, and have been in their present location only a couple of years, coming here from Hebron. Their lines are elaborate. Murphy & Mullen. (John J. Murphy, George L. Murphy and John M. Mullen) are the successors to the business of E. A. Murphy & Co., which existed here for many years, the business having been founded before the war by John J. Murphy, his first location having been the Kennedy building, north side of the square. The firm is at present located in the John J Murphy block, and carries an extensive line. The business is under the management of John M. Mullen, and the clerks in the store are Charles L. Quinlan and George L. Mullen. They also conduct a millinery department, in charge of Miss Josephine Kappler. Their business, which includes groceries and clothing, is both wholesale and retail. BAKERY. Millard I. Young settled in this city only a few years ago and opened a bakery in the basement of the Sherman block. His business soon outgrew his headquarters and he moved to Benton street, the side of the new, Waverly block a couple of years ago, where he has one of the finest bakery establishments in the Northwest, employing several experienced bakers. He does a wholesale business, as well as retail, supplying the grocery stores with his bread and pastry, which are justly popular because of their excellency. Mr. Young is doing an increasing business. BLACKSMITHS. C. W. Hill has a shop of his own on the south side of the square, adjoining the City Hall on the west. He is a skillful workman and is doing a large business. He is assisted by his son Leon, also a good workman. Mr. Hill is a member of the city council, and chairman of the public property committee, and is diligent in looking after the city's interests. C. T. Donovan, located in the foundry building on Church street, has followed the business for many years, and is one of the best in his class. He is assisted by T. B. Merwin, a faithful and efficient helper. Halsey Barnes is located in a shop on Clay street, where he does a large business. He is a good workman. Canute Lee, in the Donnelly building on Jackson street opposite the court house, does his share of the work in this line and is very successful. David Floyd, in his own building on Main street, has been in business here for several years, and has a large patronage. HOTELS. We have two hotels, both in good condition to serve the public. The New Hotel Woodstock is located in the John J. Murphy block, occupying nearly all of the second and part of the third and fourth stories. The landlord is S. H. Flint, an experienced boniface, who conducted a hotel at Albany, Wis., for many years. He is assisted by his son-in-law, Frank Woodbury. The New Waverly House is located on Main street in a building constructed by Marcellus L. Joslyn. Its landlords are A. I. Smith & Son. It occupies part of the first, all of the second and part of the third stories. GROCERY STORES. B. S. Austin occupies the Kendall block, corner of Main street and public square. He has been a resident of this city since 1872, clerking in the store of J. C. Choate for several years and opening a grocery store in the present location of John McGee's saloon in 1881, moving to his present location in 1883, the building being especially erected for his purposes. He carries a full and fine line. He is assisted in the store by his son Garry and Frank Briggs, and Carl Schuett officiates as a delivery boy. A. D. & J. A. Kennedy are located in the Joslyn building, east side square, where they have been conducting the business for several years. A. D. Kennedy has been in business in this city for many years, and John A. was for several years a clerk in various establishments here and elsewhere. They handle a well-assorted stock, and also deal in furnishings and footwear, doing a large business. Their clerk is E. C. Kappler, one of the best in the city. Renich & Hart are located in the Furer building on Benton street. Mr. Rcnich being postmaster, the conduct of the business falls to the lot of S. L. Hart, who has proved himself a very competent man wherever you put him. Their clerk is Albert Schneider, and Edward Hansmann does their delivering. Mead & Charles (O. G. Mead and W. T. Charles) conduct a grocery in the Sherman block, the business having been established by Weeden G. Conklin, associated with Russell Hyde and later Mr. Mead. They handle reliable goods and treat their customers fairly and courteously. Their clerk is Charles Frey, who also delivers goods to their patrons. Bunker Brothers, in their own block on the south side of the square, are probably the oldest dealers in this line in the city, having been in their present location since 1871. They also handle shelf hardware and general household supplies. Their clerk is James S. Andrews, who has been with them for many years. They carry an extensive stock, and are noted for the liberality with which they treat their customers. A. Dwight Osborn, located in the Hoy block, north side square, carries a large stock, and recently inaugurated a cash business which is proving very successful. In addition, Mr. Osborn handles all kinds of hardware, and is doing a large business. He is assisted in the store by Paul Wooster and William Wolliver, and Miss Leta Eckert is cash girl and also waits upon customers during rush hours. Mr. Osborn also does a general plumbing business, which is in charge of J. Edw. Ercanbrack, assisted by William Parsons. Frank M. Bunker is located in the Joslyn block, east side of square, where he has been for many years. He was formerly in partnership with G. Blakeslee and W. A. Skinner successively, and makes a specialty of fruits and fine crockery. He is assisted by Thomas Weiser as clerk. Mr. Bunker also conducts "The 1900," a cigar and confectionery store on the north side of the square, in charge of Claude Richards. [Continued on eighteenth page.) 18 REASONS WHY You Should Buy Farming Land Located in Southwestern Minnesota — AND- Eastern South Dakota.BECAUSE It is a country of rich and productive soil, a rich black loam and clay sub-soil to retain moisture. Land is cheap, but is increasing in value very fast. Taxes are less than half as much as you are paying. Public schools and all kinds of churches will be found in every community. The climate is very uniform, no extremes of heat or cold. The seasons are regular and there is never a crop failure. There are no swamps in this section, no malaria, no chills and fever. The water is unsurpassed in supply and quality. The country abounds in clear running streams and wells of pure soft water. We raise wheat, corn, oats, barley, flax, all tame grasses, fruits, vegetables, and everything grown in the northwest. There is a market throughout the year for all farm products. Your railroad fare up to $20 allowed on the first payment for land. Team and man to show you land without cost. You can purchase from two to four acres of as good and productive land of us for the price of one acre where you are and produce the same crop. There are more chances for profitable investment of capital than anywhere else in America. No other country offers so many favorable conditions for the profitable raising of horses, mules, cattle, sheep and hogs. You may reach this land at a small cost via the Northwestern railroad. If you are a renter you can own a home for what you now pay rent for in one year. You will find as orderly communities as anywhere in America, consisting of Americans, Germans, Poles. Scandinavians and Bohemians, and you will receive a cordial welcome from the most open-hearted people on earth. You can buy land for one-third down, balance on long term, low-interest. Consider these reasons well, and if you are interested write for further information to LUND'S Land Agency Canby, Minn. FRED L. RENICH Woodstock, Ill. Agent for McHenry County Only a Few Days More And Then it is Christmas. Not very much time to spare for obtaining the most choice presents for your friends. We have just replenished our stock and added some new goods, and our lines are now at their best for selecting desirable and useful presents, and our low prices are made lower by the special 10 per cent discount on purchases of $1.00 and up. Our fair treatment and good service is now at your disposal and we will be glad to see our old patrons and many new ones making glad purchases from our big line of Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings, Ladies' and Misses' Jackets and Furs, as per items below, and many more to be had at our store for suitable presents: Gent's Furnishings Suit, Overcoat or Trousers for your father, brother or son; also Hats, Caps, Mittens, Gloves, Shirts and Sweaters. Mufflers and Scarfs. 25c to $17.5. Neckwear, a very fine line, at 25 and 50c. Hosiery-and Underwear and warm Nightshirts. Footwear Footwear—Slippers for gentlemen: warm Shoes and Slippers for ladies, warm Overshoes to fit all—a comfort at this season. Dry Goods Our line of Dress Goods; Table Linens, Scarfs, Lace Curtains, Portieres, Blankets and Quilts is no small item. Handkerchiefs Handkerchiefs, 1 to 25c. Our first purchase of 75 dozen, which we expected would be all we would want for the Holidays, was only a beginning, for that supply was exhausted ten days before Christmas, and we now have a new and better supply. Hoping to have the opportunity of extending to you our glad hand and the compliments of the season. I am Respectfully, Chicago Clothier, Dry Goods, Boots & Shoes M.N. WIEN WHAT SHALL I BUY HIM OR HER? Is the Common Question of the Day. If you want to find it, come to us with your troubles. We have some nice gifts for him and her, too. Look them over. Here Are Some for Her: Some Fancy Crockery, one of those Collarettes or Boas, one of those fancy Flannel or Silk Waists, a fine Dress Skirt, underskirt, Cape or Jacket, some fine Table Linen or a Toilet set, a nice Tie, a pair of Gloves or Mittens, a Muffler or a pair of Slippers. Handkerchiefs for all. Come and see us, N. R. BUCKLEY CO. EMIL ARNOLD Real Estate, Insurance, Collections WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. NOW IS THE TIME TO LIST YOUR PROPERTY WITH ME if you want to sell. I have customers that want to buy farms from 80 acres up to 400, and I will find you a purchaser. So do not wait, but list your property now when you have a chance to sell. Prices were never better in McHenry County than today. There is No Better Investment Than a Farm in McHenry County. I have the largest list of City Property. Can sell you a home from $800.00 to $8,000.00 upon terms that will suit the purchaser. If you are in the market and want to Buy or Sell a Farm or City Property, you will find that it will be to your interest to call and see me. EMIL ARNOLD, Telephone 134, Woodstock, Illinois. E. E. RICHARDS (photo) E. C. JEWETT (photo) INTERIOR VIEW OF NORTHWESTERN RABBITRY (photo) M. D. HOY (photo) GEORGE H. HOY (photo) O. G. MEAD (photo) W. T. CHARLES (photo) GEORGE K BUNKER (photo) A. K. BUNKER (photo) VIEW OF PART OF EAST SIDE SQUARE, SHOWING CORNER OF PARK (photo) 16 THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901. D. F. QUINLAN The McHenry County Real Estate Broker, Handling more Real Estate than any ten institutions in Northern Illinois. Offers the following pieces of Property to the public until sold: 7 acres, vacant, near Brewery, Woodstock, III........... $2,200.00 5 acres, good house and barn, within four blocks of public square, Woodstock. Ill..... 2,000.00 5 acres, within three blocks of public square........... 2,250.00 15 acres, good house and barn, Woodstock, III—.........._2750.00 10 acres, vacant, within city-limits, Woodstock. Ill..... 1,000.00 50 acres, Dunham Township, all level black soil, fair improvements, per acre 45.00 80 acres, Dunham township, unimproved, per acre..20.00 80 acres, Dunham township, fair improvements, per acre.............. 35.00 80 acres. Dunham tp., unimproved, per acre 18.00 80 acres. Terra Cotta, per acre........ 70.00 83 acres in Hartland, per acre.......... 70.00 98 acres in Hartland Township, per acre 55.00 120 acres west of Woodstock, 2 1/5 miles, well improved, per acre............ 65.00 500 acres, near Union, per acre..........50.00 4 acres, well improved, Nunda,Ill..$1,400.00 14 acres, west of Brewery, vacant. Woodstock, III....... 1,400.00 40 acres, well improved, east of Nunda.Ill............... 1,850.00 40 acres, fairly well improved, east of Nunda. Ill......... 1,800.00 40 acres, west of Woodstock .1,850.00 69 acres, south of Woodstock, per acre................ 65.00 110 acres, south of Woodstock, well improved, per acre...................$ 70.00 Two farms of 120 acres each, near Slocum Lake, per acre.............. 68.00 120 acres southeast of Harvard, fairly well improved, per acre ............... 39.00 160 acres south of Woodstock, 130 acres under plow, balance meadow and pasture, good improvements, per acre. .. 50.00 168 acres, between Woodstock and Crystal Lake, good improvements, per acre. 60.00 160 acres at the head of Crystal Lake, fair improvements, per acre............ 52.50 160 acres south of Hebron, good improvements, per acre...................$ 75.00 180 acres, 3 1/2 miles north of Woodstock, good improvements, per acre ....... 65.00 160 acres, well improved, Hartland Township, per acre..................... 50.00 200 acres, four miles southeast of Harvard, good improvements, per acre........ 50.00 160 acres on Queen Anne Prairie, per acre 70.00 120 acres in Frankinville, per acre....... 95.00 106 acres, near Union, per acre.......... 65.00 240 acres, near Union, per acre.......... 65.00 320 acres, near Union, per acre.......... 65.00 320 acres, near Harvard, per acre....... 70.00 240 acres, near Lawrence, per acre...... 80.00 180 acres in Greenwood Township, per acre 65.00 280 acres in Dunham, per acre.......... 55.00 240 acres, near Hebron, per acre..... 70.00 240 acres, near Algonquin, per acre...... 65.00 323 acres, south of Woodstock, per acre . 65.00 440 acres, 3 1/2 miles north of Woodstock, well improved, black soil, per acre . .. 36.00 120 acres, 2 1/2 miles east of Woodstock, per acre.......................... 32.50 98 acres, Lawrence, 2 1/2 miles from town per acre.......................... 55.00 THIS isa Partial List of the four hundred farms we have listed, scattering them around the country in different sizes and prices, so as to be able to please nearly any one. The people like to List their property with a man who can Sell it, and that accounts for the size of our List, as we have made more actual Sales in the past twelve months than all the real estate men in the county combined, and therefore do not have to rob you when we make a sale, as we are doing something all the time. We have Houses and Lots in every town and city in the county. Can fix you out with the money to buy any of the property Listed on long time at 5 per cent. No sale, no expense. And in no case do the buyers have any expense for liveries, meals or anything of this kind. We have hotel rates and our own rigs. We have spent six years in building up the business, and are in shape to wait on the public. We rent farms and handle property for non residents, loan money, write insurance, furnish employment, find homes for children from the Children's Home of Chicago. Largest office force in county. COME AND SEE US. Telephone 63. D. F. QUINLAN, WOODSTOCK, ILL. LEGAL. Administrator's Notice. Estate of Abram V. Adriance, deceased. The undersigned having been appointed administratrix of the estate of Abram V. Adriance, deceased, late of the county of McHenry and the state of Illinoins, hereby gives nitice that she will appear before the county court of McHenry county, at the court house in Woodstock at the February term, on the first Monday in February next at which time all persons having claims against said estate are notified and requested to attend for the purpose of having the same adjucated All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Dated this 30th day of November, A. D. 1901. Mercia V. Adriance, Administratirx. *2361 Proposals for Purchase of City Bonds. Notice is hereby given by the city council of the city of Woodstock, Ill., through its finance committee that said city council will meet at the council rooms in the city of Woodstock on Friday, Dec. 29, 1901, at 8 o'clock p.m. , for the purpose of receiving bids for thirteen electric light coupon bonds of $500 each, dated Jan. 2, 1902,bearing four per cent. semi-annual interest, payable as follows: Four bonds July 1, 1907, four bonds July 1, 1908, and five bonds July 1, 1909, bonds and interest payable at the office of the city treasurer in the city of Woodstock, Illinois. the right to reject any and all bids is hereby reserved. A. Dwight Osborn, Ben. Stuppel, A. J. Cannon, Finance Committee, Woodstock, Ill., Dec. 12, 1901. 2362 Arthur J. Mullen, Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. C. W. Weaver vs. the unknown heirs or devisees of Nathaniel C. Dodge alias Nathan C. Dodge, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Aaron Gibbs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Edgar B. Camp, deceased, Charles E. Thompson, Mary O. Thompson, William Lewis, Clayton Goodsell, Eva Smith, Julia A. Peavey, individually and as administratrix of the estate of Asher W. Goodsell, deceased, and the unknown owners of the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section fifteen and the west half of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section twenty-two, all in township number firty-five north. of range number five, east of the Third principal meridian, situated in McHenry county, Illinois, defendants above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said defendants, that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 11th day of Dec., A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendants, returnable on the thirteenth day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 11th day of December, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. A. J. Mullen, Complaintant's Solicitor. Dec. 11, A.D. 1901. 2362 Arthur J. Mullen, Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. Archibald T. Montgomery vs. the unknown heirs and devisees of John Bracken, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Joshua Brooks, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Edmund P. Stevers, alias Edward P. Stevers, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of John Barrett, deceased, Margaret Barrett, Henry Mentzer, Charles Donnelly, Lucinda Dacy, Elizabeth Murphy, Mary J. Slavin, Julia Glennon, Niell Donnelly, George Donnelly and Lizzie Montgomery -- in Chancery. AFFIDAVIT of the unknown heirs and devisees of John Bracken, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Joshua Brooks, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Edmund P. Stevers, alias Edward P. Stevers, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of John Barrett, deceased, and Margaret Barrett, defendents above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said defendants, that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 11th day of Dec., A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendants, returnable on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 10th day of December, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. A. J. Mullen, Complaintant's Solicitor. Dec. 10, A.D. 1901. 2362 Hamilton & Hamilton and Arthur J. Mullen, Solicitos. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. Henrietta E. Goodrich vs. James B. Serviss, James B. Serviss, administrator of the estate of Jane A. Serviss, deceased, Archibald M. Wray, Richard Wray Robinson, Mrs. Richard Wray Robinson, Jane Aldenderfer, William Aldenderfer, James Gardiner, Emma Goodrich, Alice I. Sanford, Ethel G. Goodrich, Willis Goodrich, John Goodrich, Florence Wray, Roswell E. Sanford, John Goodrich, S. R. Ward and J. C. Vesley--in chancery, AFFIDAVIT of the non-residence of James B. Serviss, James B. Serviss, administrator of the estate of Jane A. Serviss, deceased, Richard Wray Robinson, Mrs. Richard Wray Robinson, James Gardiner, Emma Goodrich, Alice I. Sanford, Roswell E. Sanford, John Goodrich, and of the unknown residence of John Goodrich, defendents above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said non-resident defendents and of the unknown resident defendent, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 17th day of October, A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendants, returnable on the thirteenth day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now, therefore, unless you, the said James B. Serviss, James B. Serviss, administrator of the estate of Jane A. Serviss, deceased, Richard Wray Robinson, Mrs. Richard Wray Robinson, James Gardiner, Emma Goodrich, Alice I. Sanford, Roswell E. Sanford, John Goodrich and John Goodrich, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 2nd day of November, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. Hamilton & Hamilton and A. J. Mullen, Complaintant's Solicitors. Nov. 2, A.D. 1901. 2361 Arthur J. Mullen, Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. Louise Dannemann vs. the unknown heirs and devisees of James Hardin, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Allen Shelden, Jr., deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Samuel White, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Patrick Conley, deceased, Joseph Trondel, Lyman W. Sheldon, Daniel Sheldon, Hervey Sheldon, and the unknown owners of the following described land, to wit: The northwest quarter of the northwest quarter and the north half of the north half of the southwest quarter of the said northwest quarter of section number twenty-nine; also the east half of the east half of the northeast quarter of section number thirty, excepting and reserving therefrom a strip of land two rods wide off the entire north end therof contaning one-half acre more or less, all of said land being situated in township number forty-four north, of range number seven, east of the Third principal meridian, situated in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois--in chancery. AFFIDAVIT of the non-residence of Hervey Sheldon, and of the unknown residence of the unknown heirs and devisees of James Hardin, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Allen Shelden, Jr., deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Samuel White, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Patrick Conley, deceased, and the unknown owners of the following described land, to wit: The northwest quarter of the northwest quarter and the north half of the north half of the southwest quarter of the said northwest quarter of section number twenty-nine; also the east half of the east half of the northeast quarter of section number thirty, excepting and reserving therefrom a strip of land two rods wide off the entire north end therof contaning one-half acre more or less, all of said land being situated in township number forty-four north, of range number seven, east of the Third principal meridian, situated in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, defendents above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said defendents and of the unknown resident defendent, that the complainant filed her bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 9th day of December, A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendants, returnable on the thirteenth day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 9th day of December, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. A. J. Mullen, Complaintant's Solicitor. Dec. 9, A.D. 1901. 2362 Geo. W. Field, Solicitor. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. Thomas B. Merwin vs. the unknown heirs and devisees of George C. Dean, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Ellen M. Dean deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of William Sloan, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Addison Dimnick, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of John Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Eunice L. Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Harry H. Wilcox, deceased, Eunice G. Wilcox, and the unknown owner or owners of the following described real estate, to-wit: Beginning ten rods east of the northwest corner of the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of the of section number five (5) in the township number forty-four (44) north, of range number seven (7), east of the Third principal meridian, thence along center line of said one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to the west side of Clay street south one hundred fifteen (115) feet, thence west one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to a point ten rods east of forty line, thence north one hundred sixteen feet to the place of beginning, containing .44 of an acre, be the same more or less, situated in the city of Woodstock, in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois--in chancery. AFFADIVIT of the unknown residence of the unknown heirs and devisees of George C. Dean, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Ellen M. Dean deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of William Sloan, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Addison Dimnick, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of John Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Eunice L. Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Harry H. Wilcox, deceased, Eunice G. Wilcox, and the unknown owner or owners of the following described real estate, to-wit: Beginning ten rods east of the northwest corner of the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of the of section number five (5) in the township number forty-four (44) north, of range number seven (7), east of the Third principal meridian, thence along center line of said one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to the west side of Clay street south one hundred fifteen (115) feet, thence west one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to a point ten rods east of forty line, thence north one hundred sixteen feet to the place of beginning, containing .44 of an acre, be the same more or less, situated in the city of Woodstock, in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, of the defendants above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said non-resident defendents, that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 10th day of December, A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendant, returnable on the thirteenth day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now therefore, unless you the said unknown heirs and devisees of George C. Dean, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Ellen M. Dean deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of William Sloan, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Addison Dimnick, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of John Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Eunice L. Ellison, deceased, the unknown heirs and devisees of Harry H. Wilcox, deceased, Eunice G. Wilcox, and the unknown owner or owners of the following described real estate, to-wit: Beginning ten rods east of the northwest corner of the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of the of section number five (5) in the township number forty-four (44) north, of range number seven (7), east of the Third principal meridian, thence along center line of said one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to the west side of Clay street south one hundred fifteen (115) feet, thence west one hundred sixty-five (165) feet to a point ten rods east of forty line, thence north one hundred sixteen feet to the place of beginning, containing .44 of an acre, be the same more or less, situated in the city of Woodstock, in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 10th day of December, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. George W. Field, Complaintant's Solicitor. Dec. 10, A.D. 1901. 2362 Jackman & Bennett, Solicitors. STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHenry County, Circuit court of McHenry county, January term, A.D. 1902. William Luedtke vs. the unknown heirs or devisees of Isaac S. Mason, deceased, et. al.--in chancery. AFFADIVIT of the unknown residence of the unknown heirs or devisees of Isaac S. Mason, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Isabella Mason, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Jermy Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Jeremy Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Lucinda Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Lucinda Spaulding, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of William Spaulding, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of George w. VanHersett, deceased, George W. Van Hersett, trustee, the unknown heirs or devisees of John Van Hersett, deceased,the unknown heirs or devisees of Norman Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Harman Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Susan S. Coats, the unknown heirs or devisees of Susan Coats, deceased,deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Luke H. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Elizabeth G. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of William E. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Sarah Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Melvina Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Sophronia Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Harriet Jacobs, deceased, Oscar Jacobs, administrator of the estate of Harmon Jacobs, deceased, Luke H. Coats, Elizabeth G. Coats, William E. Coats, Sarah Coats, Melvina Coats and the unknown owner or owners of lot number two (2) of the northwest quarter of section number one and lot number two of the nowtheast quarter of section number two all in township number forty-four (44) north, of range number seven (7), east of the Third principal meridian, in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, of the defendents above named, having been filed in the office of the clerk of said circuit court of McHenry county, notice is hereby given to the said non-resident defendents, that the complainant filed his bill of complaint in said court on the chancery side thereof on the 10th day of December, A.D. 1901, and that a summons thereupon issued out of said court against said defendant, returnable on the thirteenth day of January, A.D. 1902, as is by law required. Now therefore, unless you the said unknown heirs and devisees of Isaac S. Mason, deceased, et. al.--in chancery. AFFADIVIT of the unknown residence of the unknown heirs or devisees of Isaac S. Mason, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Isabella Mason, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Jermy Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Jeremy Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Lucinda Taylor, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Lucinda Spaulding, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of William Spaulding, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of George w. VanHersett, deceased, George W. Van Hersett, trustee, the unknown heirs or devisees of John Van Hersett, deceased,the unknown heirs or devisees of Norman Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Harman Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Susan S. Coats, the unknown heirs or devisees of Susan Coats, deceased,deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Luke H. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Elizabeth G. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of William E. Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Sarah Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Melvina Coats, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Sophronia Jacobs, deceased, the unknown heirs or devisees of Harriet Jacobs, deceased, Oscar Jacobs, administrator of the estate of Harmon Jacobs, deceased, Luke H. Coats, Elizabeth G. Coats, William E. Coats, Sarah Coats, Melvina Coats and the unknown owner or owners of lot number two (2) of the northwest quarter of section number one and lot number two of the nowtheast quarter of section number two all in township number forty-four (44) north, of range number seven (7), east of the Third principal meridian, in the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, shall personally be and appear before the said circuit court of McHenry county on the first day of the next term thereof, to be holden at the court house in the city of Woodstock, in said county, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1902, and plead, answer answer or demur to the said complaintant's bill of complaint, the same and the matters and things therin charged and stated will be taken as confessed, and a decree entered against you according to the prayer of said bill. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said court at my office in Woodstock, this 10th day of December, A.D. 1901. G. B. RICHARDS, Clerk. Jackman & Bennett, Complaintant's Solicitors. Dec. 10, A.D. 1901. 2362 RICHARDS, JEWETT & WRIGHT, COMPLETE ABSTRACT OF TITLES to land in McHenry county, Illinois. Office in State Bank, Woodstock, Ill. 'Phone 27. M'HENRY COUNTY ABSTRACT CO. OFFICE in First National Bank building. Woodstock, Ill. Abstracts of title and Conveyancing. Prompt and careful attention to all Business in our line. C. G. JENNINGS, M.D.C. VETERINARIAN--Oddice and residence at Geo. King's. 'Phone, 126. Professional Cards. DR. E. WINDMUELLER, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, Woodstock, Ill. Located at Hoy's drug store. Telephone, office, 2; residence, 37. DR. W. H. DOOLITTLE, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON - Office at A. R. Murphey's drug store, Woodstock, Ill. Telephone, office, 40; residence, 42. DR. J. W. PRIMM, HOMEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON--Office in Primm block, east side public square. Office hours: 2 to 4 p. m. Is prepared to treat all forms of eye and ear diseases. FRED'K C. PAGE, M.D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON--Special attention to diseases and surgery of eye, ear, nose and throat. Office hours: 8 to 9 a.m., 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Office Murphy block, Woodstock, Ill. Telephone-Office 122; Residence, 123. DR. G. A. CUTTERIDGE, DENTIST. Office in Primm Block, Woodstock, Ill. DR. W. C. BESLEY, SURGEON DENTIST--Kendall Block, Woodstock, Ill. DR. W. V. HOPF, DENTIST. Office in Sherman block, east side of public square. Teeth removed without pain. Gas used. MISSES GREENWOOD & CALDWELL, TRAINED NURSES. Graduates of Provident Hospital, chicago, Ill. Located at Woodstock, Ill. Will attend any call in McHenry county. Call or write. O.H. GILLMORE, COUNTY JUDGE. Circuit court business promptly attended to. Office in Furer block, Woodstock, Ill. DAVID R. JOSLYN, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Office in Furer block, Woodstock, Ill. J. F. CASEY, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW. Office in Joslyn's block, Woodstock, Ill. A. J. MULLEN, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW and Assistant State's Attorney, Woodstock, Ill. Office at the Court House. GEO. W. FIELD, LAWYER-Master in Chancery. Office in Arnold block, east side public square, Woodstock, Ill. CHARLES S. NORTHROP, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Fire insurance and loan agent. Office in Joslyn block, Woodstock, McHenry county, Ills. E. H. WAITE, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE AND ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Collections a specialty. Money to loan. Office in Hoy block. ALBERT E. DACY, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW. Business promptly attented to. 832 to 840, The Rookery, southeast corner LaSalle and Adams, Chicago, Ill. D. T. SMILEY, ATTORNEY, COUNSELOR, SOLICITOR AND NOTARY PUBLIC. Will gove prompt and immediate attention to all business intrusted to his care. Office in Hoy's block, Woodstock, Ill. Telephone - office, 1; residence, 36. V. S. LUMLEY, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW. Solicitor in Chancery and Notary pubblic, Fire and Accident Insurance-Phoenix, of London, and Merchants' and Mechanics' Accident. Office in Dacy block. Telephone--office, 19; residence, 28. FRANK R. JACKMAN FRED B. BENNETT. JACKMAN & BENNETT, ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW. Prompt and careful attention to all matters left in our hands. Money to loan. Office in Hoy block, Woodstock, Ill. Teleph9one-office,55; residence, 59. J. W. CLUTE, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, Woodstock, Ill. Insurance and Collections specialties. All business intrusted to me carefully attended to. BUNKER BROS. Are Still Selling Hardware and Groceries. Superior to All Others Sold by Us. Bunker Bros.,South Side Square. THE State Bank OF WOODSTOCK. Organized under the General Banking Law of the State of Illinois, November, 1889. PAID-UP CAPITAL- $25,000.00. SURPLUS - $15,000.00 A General Banking1 Business Transacted. Foreign Exchange Bought and sold. DIRECTORS: E. E. Richards, E. C. JEWETT, GEO. K. BUNKER, M. L. JOSLYN, A. R. MURPHEY, GEORGE M'CONNELL, W. H. STEWART, A.K. BUNKER, E. E. BAGLEY. OFFICERS: E. E. RiCHARDS, Pres., W. H. STEWART, Vice Pres., E. C. JEWETT, Cashier. Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Page 17. LEGAL PROFESSION Men Who Follow the Teachings of Blackstone. Some of the Ablest Practictioners at the Bar In Northern Illinois Are Found Here. Woodstock has always been noted for the character and high standing of the men who have practiced law in the courts of the county. Among the earlier practitioners were Charles M. Willard, Merritt L. Joslyn. P. B. Enos, H. S. Hanchett, Frank S. Murphey, M. C. Johnson, Joel H. Johnson, T. D. Murphey, Lawrence S. Church, Charles McClure, Amos Cogswell, D. C. Bush, William Sloan, Phineas W. Platt, James M. Strode, Freeman Van Winkle, William Kerr, George A. Austin, P. B. Enos, John A. Parrish, Benjamin N. Smith, James H. Slavin, and a few others. Most of these have passed from the land of the living to meet the Great Judge above, from whom there is no change of venue. Of those mentioned above some occupied positions on the bench during their lives here. Only three, so far as we know, are now living--Merritt L. Joslyn, still a resident of this city, but out of active practice; Benjamin N. Smith, judge of a court at Los Angeles, Cal., and George A. Austin, a resident of Wisconsin. Later came such well-known lawyers as Orson H. Gillmore, John M. Southworth, Charles H. Donnelly, Albert B. Bourne, Charles F. Barnes and others. Of these Mr. Donnelly occupies the circuit bench of this circuit, Mr. Gillmore is judge of the probate and county courts, and Mr. Bourne's place of residence is unknown. The purpose of this article is to treat briefly of the present active members of the Bar as well as the judiciary. Lawyers in practice here now are C. P. Barnes, Jas. F. Casey, Frank N. Jackman, Fred B. Bennett. David T. Smiley, Vincent S. Lumley, David R. Joslyn, W. S. McConnell, Charles S. Northrop, George W. Field, Arthur J. Mullen and E. H. Waite, and we shall speak of them briefly. CHARLES P. BARNES [photo]. Born in the town of Dorr, Feb. 14. 1862, his father was killed in the Civil war the following year, and he had to early shift for himself. He read law in the offices of B. N. Smith and O. H. Gillmore. He was admitted to practice Mar. 9, 1883, and has since followed his profession in this city. In 1885 he formed a partnership with M. L. Joslyn, which lasted two years; later he was in partnership with D. T. Smiley and J. E. Barber, successively, but for a number of years has practiced alone, his suite of offices being in the Joslyn block, east side of the square. Makes a specialty of damage cases, and has been highly successful. Mr. Barnes has been thrice married, and lives in the most elaborate and one of the most beautiful residences in Woodstock, situated on Fremont street, at the south end of Madison street. Mr. Barnes is assisted in his office by Ex-State's Attorney A. B. Coon and John M. Cooney, and his stenographer Is Miss Estella Austin. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen. FRED B. BENNETT [photo]. Born in the town of Cuba, Lake county, Ill., Aug. 26, 1871; attended the schools at Barrington and later graduated from Montrose high school; began the study of law in the office of C. P. Barnes in 1895; was admitted to the bar In June, 1897, and soon after formed a partnership with Frank R. Jackman, with whom he has an office in the Hoy block. Mr. Bennett was married, Dec 28, 1898, to Miss Kate Childs Hibbard, with whom he resides in a cosy and comfortable new home recently erected on the hill on Fremont street. CHARLES H. DONNELLY [photo]. Born Aug. 22, 1855, in Woodstock; received his education in the local public schools and at the university of Notre Dame, South Bend. Ind., from which he graduated in 1873; read law in the office of Slavin & Smith, and was admitted to the bar, Jan. 8, 1877; was city attorney for a number of years; was elected county judge in 1890, resigning in 1897 to enter upon his duties as circuit judge, to which he had been elected in June of that year. He was married May 2, 1888, to Miss Nina C. Blakeslee, and they have two daughters and reside in a fine home on Clay street. GEORGE W. FIELD [photo]. Born in Woodstock, Ill., Jan. 18, 1870; attended public school and later the Chicago College of law, from which he graduated in May, 1896; entered the law office of V. S. Lumley as an assistant, and was appointed assistant state's attorney, serving until 1900; elected city clerk in 1893, serving four years: has been city attorney since 1897; appointed master in chancery by Judge Donnelly in May, 1900. Mr. Field has an office with Emil Arnold in the Arnold block, east side square. Mr. Field was married, Oct. 21, 1891, to Miss Kathryn Murphy, and they reside in the Murphy homestead on Jackson street. JAMES F. CASEY. Born in Grafton township, this county, Mar. 6, 1861; received his education in Huntley; attended the Elgin academy three winters and worked during the summers; taught school several terms; organized a private grammar school in Elgin in 1881; entered the law office of Judge Ranstead in Elgin in 1883; attended the Union College of Law in Chicago several years, and in 1887 was admitted to the bar; came to Woodstock in 1888 and entered into partnership with M. L. Joslyn, which continued until the latter gentleman ceased active practice a year or more ago. Mr. Casey has enjoyed a large practice, taking part in some celebrated cases. He is a widower, his wife, who was Miss Minnie Simmons, having died several years ago. He has one daughter, Miss Sylvia, to whom he is devotedly attached. Mr. Casey's office is in the Joslyn block, where he is assisted by D. J. Olmstead, a student. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen. DAVID R. JOSLYN. Elder son of Merritt L. Joslyn, the only survivor of the original members of the McHenry county bar, was born in Woodstock, Sept. 1, 1866; educated in the public schools; attended the Union college of Law from 1890 to 1892, from which he graduated; engaged in farming in Hebron four years; practiced law in Chicago two years, returning to Woodstock in 1898, and opening an office, which is well equipped. Mr. Joslyn has an office with Judge Gillmore in the Furer building, east side public square, and M. M. Carmack is a student in their office. Mr. Joslyn was married in 1892 to Miss Mary Brownell, and they have two sons. They reside in the Robinson homestead on Jackson street. WILLIAM S. M'CONNELL. Born on a farm east of Woodstock, Aug. 1, 1870; attended the Woodstock public school, graduating in June, 1890; attended seminary at Aurora one year; went to University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, from the law department of which he graduated in 1894, returning to this city. On account of a weakness of his eyes, Mr. McConnell has not engaged in active practice, but spends his time looking after the interests of his father's estate and in other labors, being connected with the Grant County Land and Live Stock association, of Millbank, S. D. Mr. McConnell was married to Susan M. St. Clair, June 15, 1897, and they have two children. They reside with Mrs. A. B. McConnell, his mother, on South street. CHARLES S. NORTHROP. Born in New York city in 1856, but became a resident of this city when a mere boy; attended the common school and later Northwestern University, from which he graduated in the class of 1878; was admitted to the McHenry county bar in 1880; practiced law in South Dakota five years, afterwards spending several years in California; returned to Woodstock in 1890, where he has since practiced law, his office being located in the Joslyn block and being well supplied with the necessaries of his profession. Mr. Northrop married Miss May Whitney, and they have three children--Fannie, James and Earl. They live in a commodious home on Judd street. A cut of Mr. Northrop will be found on another page. ORSON H. GILLMORE [photo]. Born, June 17, 1848, in Norfolk, N. Y.; came to McHenry county in 1854; received common school education, and graduated from the law department of the University of Michigan in 1873, after pursuing his studies for some time in the law office of A. B. Coon and Ira R. Curtiss at Marengo; began practicing law in this city in 1873; was elected county judge in 1882, serving until 1890; was in the pension department at Washington several years, returning to this city and being again elected county judge in 1897, in which office he is still serving. Judge Gillmore's office is in the Furer building, east side square, and he does business in the circuit court. His wife was Miss Anna Granger, and they have one son; they live in their own home on South street. ARTHUR J. MULLEN [photo]. Born in Woodstock, Ill., June 14, 1876; attended the public school until well into his teens; entered Morgan Park academy in 1893, after leaving which he entered the University of Chicago, where he attended until he took up the studies in his chosen profession in the office of Frank R. Jackman; entered the office of C. P. Barnes in 1898, and in October of the following year was admitted to practice in the courts by the appellate court at Ottawa. Shortly afterwards he took up his practice, and in December of last year was appointed assistant state's attorney by State's Attorney Lowell. Mr. Mullen has a fine office at the court house, where he gives close attention to the interests of his clients, and that he is doing a good business can be seen by the legal advertising columns of this paper this week. Mr. Mullen is unmarried and resides with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Mullen, on Judd street. FRANK R. JACKMAN [photo]. Born, Aug. 13, 1867, at Crystal Lake, Ill.; attended the village school and graduated in 1885; attended the Dixon Normal school one year; taught school three years, the last two as principal of the McHenry schools; went to Beloit college two years, after which came to Woodstock and entered the office of C. P. Barnes as a law student; admitted to practice, June 17, 1891, forming a partnership with Wm. W. Maxwell, which continued five years; practiced two years alone, after which he formed a partnership with F. B. Bennett, which still exists, with offices in the Hoy block, splendidly equipped. Mr. Jackman was married, Dec. 26, 1892, to Mamie E. Munroe. They live in a fine home on Jackson street. Jackman & Bennett, aside from their professional work, do a large business in the real estate line. Their stenographer is Miss Alice Stone, and A. Thomas assists them in their real estate work. VINCENT S. LUMLEY [photo]. Born at Ringwood, in this county, Dec 26,1867; passed his boyhood days on his father's farm on Ringwood prairie; attended the Normal school at Bloomington; later graduated at the Northern Illinois Business college at Dixon as valedictorian of his class: taught school one year at McHenry, and then attended the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, from which he graduated from the law department in 1888; began the practice of law in this city the same year, having an office with the late Judge T. J. Murphey until the death of that gentleman, when he opened an office of his own, which is now located in the Dacy block, and is finely equipped. His assistant is John J. Whiteside. In 1896, Mr. Lumley was elected prosecuting attorney for McHenry county, holding the office for four years. In 1892 Mr. Lumley was married to Neva, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Bunker, and they have one daughter, Miss Marjorie Dell. Mr. and Mrs. Lumley reside at the corner of Judd and Tryon streets, in a very beautiful home. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. DAVID T. SMILEY [photo]. Born in County Antrim, Ireland, Feb. 7, 1860; came to America and settled in Burton township, this county, in 1873; followed agricultural pursuits for several years and attended the district school; went to Nebraska and clerked in a store in Fairfield one year; went to Frisco, Cal., where he worked in a saw mill and silver mine one year; returned to McHenry county in 1881 and worked on a farm until 1887, when he began the study of law; attended the Northern Indiana Normal School and Business College at Valparaiso, Ind., studying law, and the same year entered the office of C. P. Barnes as a student; in October, 1888, was admitted to the bar and formed a partnership with Mr. Barnes, which continued eighteen months, when he opened his present law office in the Hoy block, where he has since waited upon his numerous clients, having a very completely equipped office. His stenographer is Miss Lois Whiting, and Adelbert S. Wright, Jr., is a student in his office. Mr. Smiley is local attorney for the C. & N.-W. and the C, M. & St. P. railroad companies. He is a Mason of high degree and a member of the Odd Fellows. Mr. and Mrs. Smiley, who have one son, Lionel D.. reside in a beautiful home at the corner of Judd and Tryon streets, which was only recently completed. Mrs. Smiley was formerly Elizabeth Hendricks, and was married to Mr. Smiley in 1887. EDWIN H. WAITE. Born in the town of Chemung, McHenry county, Illinois. Aug. 20, 1860; attended a country school, also the Sharon academy and the Marengo High school, from the latter of which he graduated in 1882; taught school four terms, and then went to the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, where he graduated in 1892; came to Woodstock to enter upon the practice of his profession in 1893; was elected justice of the peace to fill an unexpired term in 1894 and was re-elected, serving until May, 1901. Mr. Waite's office is in the Hoy block, and he has for office companions, F. H. Opfergelt, architect, and Frank N Blakeslee, court stenographer. PICKLE GROWING. Two Factories That Absorb This Product of the Farm. The growing of cucumbers was at one time the principal industry of many of the farmers in this vicinity. A little more than twenty-five years ago the first factory for processing cucumbers and other vegetables was erected here. It was conducted by Heinz, Noble & Co., who failed in business and left the producers in the lurch. Their factory, now the property of the Norman Frame estate, later fell into the hands of the Squire Dingee Co. and finally was secured by Norman Frame, who, with his son G. W., have since conducted it (the elder Frame dying recently), receiving the raw material, processing it or buying it outright. The Squire Dingee Co. also established a plant northwest of the North-Western depot, and during some seasons the two factories received and prossesed several hundred thousand bushels, shipping them to the Chicago and eastern markets in barrels. Both factories are still in operation, although but few cucumbers were received the past season on account of the dry weather injuring the crop. G. W. Frame is in charge of the Frame factory, while A. S. Wright, the druggist, has for a number of years represented the Squire Dingee Co. locally. The price of the raw cucumbers has varied from 40 cents to $2 per bushel since the industry became an important one here, and there have been instances in which the yield has been as high as 600 to 700 bushels per acre in individual cases. Both factories are still in operation, although but few cucumbers were received the past season on account of the dry weather injuring the crop. G. W. Frame is in charge of the Frame factory, while A. S. Wright, the druggist, has for a number of years represented the Squire Dingee Co. locally. The price of the raw cucumbers has varied from 40 cents to $2 per bushel since the industry became an important one here, and there have been instances in which the yield has been as high as 600 to 700 bushels per acre in individual cases. MEDICAL PROFESSION. Men Who Look After the Sick and the Injured. Both Schools of Medicine Have Able Representatives Here, with Modern Appliances. Perhaps the most important man in the community is he who attends the sick and dresses the wounds of the injured, and in this calling it is essential that the practitioner be a man who is of good character and studious, steady habits, for when he is needed he is needed badly and at once, as a general thing. Woodstock has always been fortunate in the skill, character and equipment of her physicians ami surgeons than whom there are none better anywhere. Among the early medical men of the community we take pleasure in mentioning Almon W. King, Luke King, A. F. Hedger, A. F. Merritt, George E. Stone, Dewitt C. Green, William H. Buck, James Northrop, D. C. Doolittle, L. H. Davies, Edwin Bennett and William C. Cook, all of whom except Dr. Buck,who resides at Kokomo, Ind., and Dr. Doolittle, now in retirement in this city, were unable to do for themselves what they did for others, and passed the way of all mortality. The present practitioners in Woodstock are E. V. Anderson, W. H. Doolittle, Emil Windmueller, Fred'k C. Page, John W. Primm and C. E. Enlow, the last two named being of the Homoeopathic school and the others of the Allopathic school. We take pleasure in mentioning them briefly as follows: EMIL WINDMUELLER [photo] Born June 28, 1867, in Bremen, Germany; came to America, settling in Milwaukee, in 1881; attended school in the fatherland and in Milwaukee; became a clerk in a drug store in Milwaukee and later at Lake Geneva; attended a school of Pharmacy in Chicago in 1889, staying one year; again clerk in a drug store in Chicago and at Shreveport, La.; entered Rush Medical college Chicago, in 1890, and graduated with honor in 1894, and immediately began the practice of his profession in this city, later taking a post-graduate course at the Chicago Polyclinic. Dr. Windmueller, whose office is in the rear of L. T. Hoy's drug store is an expert surgeon, as well as a clever and successful physician, and is often called to assist at operations at Dr. Johnson's Cottage hospital at Harvard. He is the first and only person to bring an automobile to this city, which he uses in following his profession in the summer season. Dr. Windmueller was married at Lake Geneva in 1894 to Miss Julia Seymour, and they have one adopted daughter. Their home is at the corner of Calhoun and Dean streets. ED. VERNON ANDERSON. [photo] Born in Girard, Pa., in 1847, and came to the town of Seneca, in this county, in 1854; attended the schools of Woodstock and read medicine under the tuition of Dr. James Northrop; entered Rush Medical College in 1868, from which he graduated in 1871; the same year began the practice of his profession at Central, Ill., remaining there two years; then practiced in Buchanan county, Ia., three years and came to McHenry, where he remained until the spring of 1881, when he moved to Woodstock, making his headquarters at the drug store of A. S. Wright. Dr. Anderson was married in 1875 to Miss Isabella Todd, and they have three children- Earl C, Cora and Arthur. At present they reside on South street, two doors east of the M. E. church, but the doctor is just finishing a fine new home on Dean street. Socially the doctor is a Mason of high degree and a member of A. O. U. W. FRED'K C. PAGE. Born, July 14, I867 at Morrisville, Vt.; graduated from the classical course in the People's academy there; attended the University of Pennsylvania, taking the classical course two years; graduated from the College of Pharmacy in Boston in 1890 and spent five years in the drug business; attended the medical department of the University of Vermont one year; graduated from the medical department of the University of Pennsylvania in 1894; practiced his profession in Vermont two years; took a post-graduate course at the Philadelphia Polyclinic college and hospital; returned to Boston for a year and a half; took a second post-graduate course at the Philadelphia Polyclinic, and came to Woodstock in 1899 and entered upon the practice of his profession. Dr. Page has a fine suite of offices in the John J. Murphy block, and answers all calls in city or country. He was married, Jan. 7, 1897, to Miss Sara Knight, and they have one child. They reside in a beautiful home, corner Tryon and Judd streets. WILLIAM H. DOOLITTLE. [PHOTO] Is a native of Pennsylvania, and has been a resident of McHenry county since 1866; attended the Windsor academy and Eastman's Business college at Poughkeepsie, N. Y., and is a graduate of Rush Medical college, of Chicago, class of 1876; was engaged in practice in Chicago four years and until he came to Woodstock, where he has since resided with his father, Dr. D. C. Doolittle, on Dean street. His office is in the Richards & Wheat building, over Murphey's drug store. Dr. Doolittle is a married man, and they have no children. JOHN W. PRIMM AND C. E. ENLOW.[photo] Drs. J. W. Primm and C. E. Enlow have lately entered into a partnership. Dr. Primm is a graduate of Hahnemann college, Chicago; also has taken a special course in New York City on eye and ear diseases: is a member of the American Institute of Homoeopathy, the oldest medical society in the United States; has had twenty-four years' experience in practice, thirteen years of the time in Woodstock. He has had the best of success as a physician and surgeon. Dr. Enlow is a graduate of Chicago Homoeopathic college. After his education for and experience in the ministry, he entered the study of medicine with a mature mind and gradated with the highest honors of his class in March, 1899. He has met with marked success in his practice. Dr. Primm in the near future will be able to devote more of his time to fitting spectacles, treating eye, ear, throat and lung diseases. The doctor has fitted several hundred pairs of spectacles for people in and around Woodstock. As he is thoroughly conversant with eye diseases and responsible in every way, he is a safe man to patronize. DOCTORS OF DENTAL SURGERY. Woodstock has four doctors of dental surgery, as follows: GEORGE A. CUTTERIDGE. Born at Greenwich, N. Y. Mar. 27, 1856; moved to Darien, Wis. in 1868; moved to Lake Geneva in 1873; graduated from the Darien public school; entered the Chicago College of Dental Surgery In 1894, from which he graduated in 1897, and came immediately to Woodstock, opening an office in the Primm block. Dr. Cutteridge has been married but is a widower. He is a member of the Masons and the I. O. O. F. EDWARD E. LAWRENCE. [photo] Born in Ellington. Ct. June 17, 1858, where he received his early education; received a diploma in dentistry after studying for three years under a preceptor; practiced seven years in Chicago, and four years in Wisconsin; came to Woodstock in 1895, his office at present being in the Kellogg block. He was married Oct. 11, 1883, to Miss Roma Belle Cone, and they have three children residing in the Dike house on Judd street WALTER C. BESLEY. [photo] Born in Chicago, July 27, 1875; moved to Waukegan in 1876; moved to McHenry in 1879; graduated from the public school in 1892; attended Northwestern University Dental college in 1894, from which he graduated in 1897; practiced in McHenry one year, and then came to Woodstock and took the office formerly Used by Drs. C.N. Kendall and F. C. Colby, in the Kendall block, where he also resides. He was married June 6, 1900, to Miss Cora G. Bennett, of Rossburg, N. Y. WILLIAM B. HOPF. Born at Blue Island, Ill., Oct. 1. 1873; educated in the public schools of Blue Island, from which he graduated in 1890; entered Northwestern University Dental college in 1895, graduating in 1898, previously practicing in Chicago three years on a license granted by the state board; came to Woodstock, June, 1900, and opened an office, which is now located in the Sherman block. He was married on Nov. 27, 1900, to Harriet Glendora Tryon, with whom he resides at the home of Mrs. F. B. Tryon, corner of Madison and Lake streets. A COUNTY FAIR. Has Been in Successful Operation Nearly Fifty Years. In the late summer or early fall of each year an agricultural and mechanical exposition is held in this city under the auspices of the McHenry County Agricultural board, which has been in existence since 1852, having missed but one year (World's Fair year, 1893) in that length of time. The society's grounds, covering about forty acres, some of which is the property of the county, are located on the eastern edge of the city, a little more than half a mile from the public square. They are equipped with large number of stalls for show and speed horses, two fine cattle barns, a commodious sheep and swine barn, a hall for the exhibits of the farm and household, a good-sized poultry building and one of the finest half-mile tracks in the Northwest. The annual exhibitions draw out creditable displays of live stock the produce of all lines of endeavor, and are attended by great crowds of people from all the country around, the exhibitions generally paying expenses, which is all that its officers expect, as it is not intended to be a money-making venture. The Fair is usually held four days but it has been voted to hold it five days next season. The society's officers for 1902, elected the 2nd inst. are named as follows: President Fred Hatch; Vice-Presidents C. W. Harrison and J. H. Gracy; Secretary Fred G. Arnold; Treasurer Fremont Hoy. Superintendent C. F. Dike; Superintendent of Privileges H. C. Mead. Windmills and Pumps. Steel windmills and steel towers, geared mills, wood and iron pumps, tanks, pipe and fittings. Repairing done on short notice. Our prices defy competition. J. D. Donovan, Woodstock. J. J. Stafford has procured a fine stock of furniture for the holidays. RESIDENCE AND MACHINE SHOP OF B. F. ELLSWORTH [photo] RESIDENCE OF JOHN M'GEE [photo 524 N. Madison St.] RESIDENCE OF ALDERMAN BEN. STUPFEL. [photo 303 Washington St.] THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901, page 18 A BUSINESS PUBLIC [Continued from fifteenth page.] George H. Hooker is located in the Primm block, east side of the square. He succeeded to the business of H. N. Towne a couple of years ago and is building up a fine trade, his goods being of high quality. Mr. Hooker in assisted by Henry Voat and Thos. A. Scott as clerks. BOOT AND SHOE DEALERS. The only exclusive dealer in boots and shoes in the city is H. A. Stone, (whose name is wrongly given as Henry L. Stone in the list of officers on the fourth page of this issue). Mr. Stone is the successor of Wm. H. Dwight, and has been located for many years, part of the time as a member of the firm of Stone & Hart, on the corner of Main street and the public square. He is assisted in the store by his son Linn, and Hans Christiansen attends to the cobbling and repair work of the house. Mr. Stone deals in fine goods and has a large trade. L. Simonsen is located on the west side of Main street, where he carries a fine line of footwear. He makes a specialty of custom work and repairing and employs a helper in this latter department. Other dealers of boots and shoes are F. W. Streets, C. F. Thorne, Murphy & Mullen, A. D. & J. A. Kennedy, M. N. Wien and N. R. Buckley & Co. IMPLEMENT DEALERS J. D. Donovan [photo] is the oldest dealer in agricultural implements in the city. He is located on Main street, where he has an extensive establishment. Mr. Donovan was educated in the business during a stay of many years with the late T. J. Dacy, part of the time in partnership with that gentleman. He is familiar with every detail of the business, and his name is known throughout Northern Illinois as a synonym for honesty and reliability. He is assisted by John A. Dacy as bookkeeper and Oscar Olsen assists in the handling of the machinery, many carloads of which are disposed of every year by Mr. Donovan. Walters & McLean [photos], located in the Dacy block, are the successors to the business of the late T. J. Dacy, than whom Northern Illinois never had a more widely known or progressive agricultural implement dealer. Both Robert McLean and Fred A. Walters were reared on the farm, and both have had large experience in this line of work, some of the time in the employ of Mr. Dacy. Their establishment is well-stocked and they annually turn out many carloads of goods to the farmers of neighboring counties. They are assisted by William Nottingham. The past season Dennis Corr, formerly in the employ of J. D. Donovan, has been agent for the McCormick company, occupying the W. B. Austin warehouse on Jefferson street, the past season. CLOTHING AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS. F. W. Streets, located in the Salisbury building on the south side of the square, has been engaged in this line here for several years, and by close attention to business and the legitimate methods of trade, has built up a fine business. He handles reliable clothing and an elaborate line of gents' furnishings, and only a couple of years ago added gents' footwear to his stock, making his store a veritable headquarters for fittings for men. His clerk is E. B. Losee. C. F. Thorne has been engaged in the clothing and shoe trade here for nearly or quite fifteen years. He and Sam McNett succeeded E. C. Jewett, but Mr. McNett did not long remain, since when Mr. Thorne has been alone, except for several years when O. G. Mead was his partner in the business. Mr. Thorne handles a fine line of clothing and gents' furnishings, as well as footwear for ladies and gents. He is assisted in the store by his son William, while Aaron Peterson has charge of his cobbling and repair department. His store is located in the John J. Murphy block, east side square. Other dealers in clothing are J. G. Hurd, Murphy & Mullen, M. N. Wien and N. R. Buckley Co. HARDWARE STORES Whitson Brothers, Edwin [photo] and William H. are the only exclusive hardware dealers in the city. The Whitson firm dates from almost the founding of the city, the business having been established by Thomas Whitson, the firm for many years being Thos. Whitson & Son, but for a number of years the present firm has been in existence. They handle everything in the hardware line and also doing a general tinning and plumbing business, their work being visible on all hands. Bunker Brothers and a. Dwight Osborn, mentioned elsewhere, also deal in hardware of various kinds. NEWS DEPOT James H. Forman [photo] is the city's news dealer. He handles all of the daily papers, as well as the best periodicals and magazines. His place of business is in the Cook building, southeast corner of the public square. He is assisted in his work by George W. Carpenter. Mr. Forman sells cigars, confectionery and all kinds of soft drinks. MEAT MARKETS. A. R. Pratt & Son, located in their elegant new building on the north side of the square, are the oldest meat dealers in the city in point of continuous service. They are assisted by John Asmus, a gentleman well liked by the public. John K. Kellogg conducts the South side market, being assisted by E. J. Kemmerling and James Dille, and does a nice business. C. F. Gaulke & Son recently opened a new market in the Kappler building on Main street, opposite the depot. They are attracting a large trade. A. Pose conducts the Palace market in the Dacy block, succeeding Jay E. Evans, and handles a nice line of goods. He is assisted by Otto Hansmann, Frank Becking and Louis Becking. COAL DEALER A. F. Field [photo], who was the North-Western's station agent here for many years, has a coal office on Clay street, and has been dealing in all kinds of coal and coke, wood and other fuel for a long time. He has a free delivery. His deliveryman is William H. Woodbeck, who is always on hand and ready for business. George Burger has an office with H. H. Brosshard, in the Bagley warehouse on Jefferson street. He handles several well-known brands of coal, maintaining a free delivery. He has been in this business only two or three winters. MARBLE AND GRANITE DEALERS. Stafford & Zoia are the only marble and granite dealers in the city. Their works are located west of the State Bank of Woodstock, where they have served the public for a dozen of years or more. Mr. Zoia [photo] is a practical and artistic marble cutter, who was formerly employed in Chicago and at Delavan, Wis., coming here in the 80s to work for A. N. Soper and finally succeeding that gentleman and forming a partnership with John J. Stafford, the furniture dealer, which has been a marked success. Their work graces all of the cemeteries for miles around and is recognized as of a very high quality. They are assisted in the works by P. B. Anderson, a faithful and intelligent workman. GENERAL STORE. Mrs. J. M. Thomas, at the Fair store, in addition to her millinery business, carries a general line of furnishings, ready-made wear for women, glassware and notions. She is located in the Primm block and has been in business for several years. Her record for reliability is well known and established, and her patronage is steadily on the increase. She employs a competent milliner during the busy seasons, and is assisted in the store by Arthur Erickson as clerk and Miss Grace Robertson as milliner. REAL ESTATE DEALERS. Emil Arnold [photo], justice of the peace in the Arnold block, makes a specialty of real estate transactions, having been engaged in this line but a year ago or so. He is building up a fine patronage, and has made some notable sales. He also does collecting and other work in this line, being strictly attentive to business. Daniel F. Quinlan [photo] has an office in the front of the second story of the Arnold block, where he is doing an extensive business in the handling of real estate. He is a great advertiser, and has made many large sales. His ad in this issue gives some idea of the amount of property that is listed with him for sale. He also rents property and secures help for farmers and others. Other real estate dealers are Jackman & Bennett, the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co. and the McHenry County Abstract Co. MERCHANT TAILORING. F. J. Schroeder, artistic tailor, is located in his own building, recently erected on Benton street. He has had long experience, and waits upon an exacting trade with conscientious care. He employs several hands and is always busy. Mr. Schroeder was formerly in the employ of several local houses, where he gave splendid satisfaction. Geo. S. Schneider has a shop on the west side of Main street, where he is assisted by Michael Snyder and Henry Schneider, Sr., all workmen of long experience. C. F. Anderson has a shop in the Renich building, where he does cleaning and repairing, and George Grote does this work at his home on Clay street. ABSTRACT OFFICES. The oldest institution of the kind in this city is conducted by the Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co. The original set of books were the property of A. H. Sellers, who sold to Stewart & Kasson, they to Edward Sloan, and they to E. E. Richards, in 1870. About 1880 Mr. Richards sold a half interest to Emil Arnold, who sold to E. C. Jewett in July, 1887. C. B. Wright was taken into the firm in 1894, and in September, 1899, articles of incorporation were secured, with a capital stock of $25,000, the officers being: E. C. Richards, president, E. C. Jewett, vice-president, Chas. B. Wright, secretary, George W. Lemmers, treasurer. The bulk of the work of the office falls upon Mr. Lemmers, who is recognized as one of the best abstracters in the Northwest. Cuts of Messrs. Richards and Jewett appear in the notice of the State Bank of Woodstock. Four or five years ago the McHenry County Abstract Co. was incorporated, with offices in the John J. Murphy block, a new set of books was collated from the county records, and the company has been doing considerable business. The business of the company is being handled by W. C. Eichelberger, who had a large share in the compilation of the new books. JEWELRY STORES. M. Sherman is located in his own building on the east side of the square. He was formerly located on the B. S. Austin corner, in the Dacy block and in the John J. Murphy block. He handles a fine line of goods and is an expert repairer. He is assisted in his work by his wife and daughters between times, and one son, Dr. Lynn F. Sherman, also does work as an optician when not engaged in the typewriter factory. Malte Schwabe, who began business in a humble way in a small corner of Renich & Hart's store a few years ago, is now located in the Schroeder building on Benton street, where he has added to his stock and is doing a great deal of repairing. He is an experienced and skillful workman, who learned his trade in the old country. A. R. Murphey, south side square, mentioned elsewhere in this article. GRAIN AND MILLFEED DEALERS. E. E. Bagley [photo], with an office in the Church block, is a wholesale dealer in grain and millfeed, doing his business exclusively by mail, telegraph and telephone, and never personally handling any of the product. His transactions aggregate thousands of dollars per year, and he has built up a reputation as one of the most extensive dealers in this line in the Northwest. He is assisted in his office by E. J. Heimerdinger. F. W. Buell [photo] conducts a retail business at the warehouse opposite the North-Western depot, which used to be used by Furer & Slocum for the storing of wheat, where he handles large quantities of millfeed every year. He is assisted in the work by Fred G. Schuett, one of the aldermen of the North Ward. H. H. Brosshard [photo] a little more than a year ago purchased the retail business of Caskey & Burger, which he is conducting in the warehouse on Jefferson street. He carries all lines of feed, several excellent brands of flour and some standard proprietary stock remedies. His assistant is E. E. McBroom, recently a farmer, who is acquainted with their needs. FUR DEALER AND MANUFACTURER. With a shop in the Bunker block, George L. Jones [photo] manufactures fur garments of all kinds, being the successor to Geo. F. Mills. He is a skillful workman, having learned his trade from his predecessor, and makes a specialty of fur coats. No fur that is tanned is too rare for him to obtain for a customer who desires it. He also does repairing of fur garments on short notice. FURNITURE STORES Both furniture stores are mentioned elsewhere under the heading of undertakers. Mr. Stafford engaged in the furniture business here, west side of square, about the year 1882, and has done a large business. He is assisted by Geo. C. Huntzinger. Mr. Reichmuth has a fine stock in the Diesel building, now the property of Judge Donnelly. He carries a full line. PHOTOGRAPH GALLERIES. H. B. Medlar [photo] conducts a studio in his own building on Dean street, half block south of City Hall, succeeding his father, who conducted a gallery for more than thirty years. He is an up-to-date artist and does most excellent work. Many of the pictures in this issue are productions of his lens, he having recently purchased a new lens for viewing purposes. M. G. Tripp [photo] conducts a studio in the E A. Stone building, over H. A. Stone's shoe store, having succeeded to the business of the late G. A. Burbank. He an artistic workman, and many of the pictures in this issue come from his studio. He has had large experience in taking views scenery and buildings. CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS. S. E. Cunningham [photo] has been engaged in the contracting and building business here for a number of years. Among the houses and other buildings erected by him in this city, the following named are illustrated in this issue: his own house, D. T. Smiley's, Gustav Behrens, Fred B. Dennett's and the Armory. C. L. Ward [photo] has had thirty years' experience in Chicago and at Harvard, and has been located in this city four years, erecting many fine structures, among which is that of Dr. Frederick C. Page, illustrated in this issue. He also built the residence of F. W Streets and several others, and now finishing the new residence of Dr. E. V. Anderson, on Dean street. P. J. McCauley [photo] has been engaged at the contracting business here since 1886, and the work of his hands stands on all sides, mute monuments to his skill. Houses constructed by him, illustrated in this issue are: Mayor Jewett's, John M. Mullen's, Mrs. Lucinda Dacy's, and he remodeled J. D. Donovan's. There are many others of his building scattered throughout the city. Schneider & Clark have been engaged at building for many years and are efficient workmen. Some of the houses erected by them, illustrated in this issue are: Aldermen Ben Stupfel's, John McGee's and George Burger's. There are many others. J. M. Matheny is a skillful worker having had many years' experience. Some of the work of his hand shown in this issue (part of the time in partnership with A. C. Belcher) are George Eckert's, E. E. Bagley's (remodeled), George F. Eckert's, C. W. Hill's, L. T. Hoy's and L. J. Young's. Henry Hansman and his assistant have also done much building here. BARBER SHOPS. John C. Rowe [photo] conducts the Main street barber shop and bath rooms. He has been a resident of this city several years, first working for Charles Nail and then in partnership with that gentleman, and conducts a very popular establishment in the new Waverly building. He is assisted by P. P. Parker and W. C. Black, both skillful tonsorial artists, while Lee Parker attends to the bootblack's stand and waits upon the patrons of the bath rooms, Henry Schneider and M. G. Eckert, under the firm name of Schneider & Eckert, conduct tonsorial parlors in the Furer building, east side public square. Mr. Schneider has been in the business in this city for more than twenty-five years, being for several years located on the corner where B. S. Austin's store now is. Mr. Eckert learned his trade in Mr. Schneider's shop, and that gentleman took him into partnership several years ago. Roy Murphy is a learner in their shop. Edward Sullivan conducts a well-appointed shop in the basement of the Sherman block, and Harry Ashton one the Kellogg block, previously mentioned. LIVERY STABLES. V. E. Jones [photo] conducts a livery stable at his residence on Washington street. He has been in the business nearly all of his life and has some elegant turnouts, which are in great demand. M. S. Caskey recently became the sole proprietor of the Main street stable, which is one of the oldest locations in the city. He has a fine equipment, and has a hearse in connection. A. J. Austin succeeded to the business of his father, the late "Ladd" Austin, at the barn on Jefferson street, which is well supplied with first-class rigs. John Dennis has a fine establishment on Jefferson street, which provides some of the latest turnouts in the city. UNDERTAKERS. For many years the bulk of the undertaking business of this city has been done by J. J. Stafford, who is one of the most skillful men in this line in Northern Illinois. He has the peculiar knack of caring for the dead and properly preparing them for burial and is a careful and efficient embalmer. He is assisted in the work by Geo. C. Huntzinger. C. L. Reichmuth came to this city something over a year ago and purchased the furniture business from Rudolph Diesel, which has been established since war times. He handles all of the undertaking that comes his way, and does it satisfactorily. NEWSPAPERS. Woodstock has three papers. The Sentinel was established in 1856, and has been conducted by the Woodstock Sentinel Co., with C. A. Lemmers [photo] as local editor, since 1890. Its character and enterprise can be judged by this issue, which has been compiled and arranged and printed and issued within five weeks under most adverse circumstances—sickness in the office force, cold weather and many other hindrances. John A. Dufield has conducted the McHenry County Democrat since 1882, the paper having been purchased by Dufield Bros. and issued by them from '77 to that date. It is Democratic in its politics and has always worked for the upbuilding of Woodstock. The editorial work has for a number of years been in charge of John W. Metzger. Das Volksblatt, a German paper, was established by the late Fred Renich a dozen or more years ago, but since the death of its founder it has been conducted most of the time by Fred L. Renich [photo], who is its present editor and manager. It has gained an enviable reputation among the German-speaking people of several counties. Ernest Fues is the efficient job and ad man in the office. RESTAURANTS. Mrs. J. W. Clute's Model restaurant is located in the basement of the E. R. Bird building, northeast corner square. Makes a specialty of home cookery. Martin Dirrenberger's restaurant is located in the Joslyn (Stupfel) building, east side square. Chris. Schranck's restaurant is located in the Kimberly building on Main street. B. C. Marcum has a restaurant in the basement of the Primm block. All serve warm meals at all hours, lunches, oysters, etc. HARNESS SHOPS. Bachman & Wilcox (Charles Bachman and George Wilcox) are the successors to the late Alois Dreyer in the harness shop in the Furer building, east side square. Both learned their trades under Mr. Dreyer's tutelage, and both are able workmen. They handle a fine stock in all lines of harness goods. John J. Wurtzinger is the successor of E. R. Bird in the harness shop in the Bird building on Benton street. He learned his trade from Alois Dreyer and Mr. Bird, and handles a very fine stock in his line. LUMBER YARDS. The oldest yard in the city is the W. D. Hall establishment, which is managed hy Geo. F. Eckert, who has been in charge of the same for something like fifteen years. All kinds of building materials are handled. J. C, Johnston assists Mr. Eckert in the work. The Dacy Lumber Co. also conducts a yard on Washington street, of which C. F. Dacy is the manager and H. L. Fish his assistant. It is also fully equipped and doing a nice business. FIRE AND LIFE INSURANCE. Fremont Hoy handles an extensive line of business, being the district agent for the Equitable life and agent for several of the best fire insurance companies in the country. His office is at the Farmers Exchange bank. Emil Arnold writes both life and fire insurance, and other agents in these lines are Richards & Jewett, A. F. Field, Cowlin & Hibbard, Quinlan & Murphy, Jas. A Dufield, E. H. Waite, V. S. Lumley, F. N. Blakeslee and others. MACHINE SHOPS B. F. Ellsworth is previously mentioned in this connection, and a cut of same appears on the seventeenth page of this issue. He has his shop equipped with the best of machinery and does a large business to the satisfaction of the public. Griebel Brothers (Albert and E. G.) erected a new building on Main street the past summer, in which they placed the latest machinery manufactured and are turning out a lot of work, both being capable workmen. BILLIARD HALLS. On the south side of the square, in the Kellogg block, Harry Ashton conducts a first-class billiard parlor in connection with his barber business. He has two fine billiard tables and a pool table, which are liberally patronized. The other billiard tables are conducted by B. Sherman, mentioned elsewhere. STATION AGENT. The North-Western's station agent in this city is Theo. Davis, a very deserving and accommodating gentleman, who succeeded G. O. Vermilya. He is assisted by W. E. Soles, freight agent, H. O. McKee, day operator and ticket agent, Geo. W. Miller, general baggage handler, and Emil Kuhn, who carries Uncle Sam's mail. MILLINERS. The Misses Donnelly, in their own building opposite the court house, conduct the oldest establishment of the kind in the city, and enjoy a large patronage. Other dealers in millinery are Mrs. A. M. Morgan, in the John J. Murphy building, who only recently began the business. Mrs. J. M. Thomas, located in the Primm block, and Murphy & Mullen. CIGAR MANUFACTORY. Thomas Jacobs opened a cigar manufactory in the Sherman block a few years ago, and has built up a fine business. He manufactures several brands of cigars that are very popular and for which he finds ready sale. His goods are sold in many places about town, and he also does a retail business himself. GUN AND REPAIR SHOP. This place is managed by Burnham Sherman, and is located in the basement of the Furer building, east side public square. Mr. Sherman does a general repairing business, sells sportsmen's supplies, and manages two billiard and one pool table. CHICAGO INDUSTRIAL HOME. Located on Queen Anne street, as an institution of the Free Methodist church, where homeless children are taken and sheltered, provided with the necessaries of life and educated, as well as placed in good permanent homes. We have been unable to obtain a full account of the work of this institution for this issue. WHEELWRIGHTS. Joseph Swadish does work in this line in the Donnelly building opposite the court house, John Tong in the laundry building, W. F. Mumford at his home on Throop street, and B. F. Ellsworth at his shop, corner East Washington and Madison streets. PAINTERS AND DECORATORS The principal painters and decorators of the city are Albert Wienke, Who keeps a large force of men at work and who has done most of the finest work in the city for several years, Henry Burdick, E. W. Ercanbrack and A. P. Baker. BOWLING ALLEYS. Lovers of exercise find enjoyment in patronizing the bowling alleys on Main street—four of the finest ones in the country the property of Joslyn & Renich, managed by E. W. McCune, formerly of Elgin. HARNESS REPAIR SHOP. Daniel Tripp, who has been engaged in the harness manufacturing business here for many years, conducts a repair shop in the Kellogg building, opposite the City Hall, where he waits upon many customers. ARCHITECT AND DESIGNER. F. H. Opfergelt is a capable architect and designer, having an office in the Hoy block. He does very satisfactory work, and some of the fine residences in the city were designed and planned by him. AUCTIONEER. James R. Green is the people's great auctioneer. Mr. Green has operated here for several years, is a skillful salesman and a very clever gentleman. He is always busy during the auction season. COURT STENOGRAPHER. Frank N. Blakeslee is the official stenographer of the McHenry county circuit court, and also does work in his line for the general public, being very quick and accurate. His office is in the Hoy block. PENSION AGENCY. Wm. H. Cowlin has for many years conducted a pension agency at his residence on North Madison street, securing a large number of pensions for worthy veterans and their widows and orphans. MUSIC TEACHERS. The music teachers of the city are Misses Agnes Quinlan, Carrie B. Lawson, Bessie Murphey and Ethel Field, Mrs. W.T.Charles, Mr. Peter Herman, and several others we do not just now recall. DRESSMAKERS. The dressmakers of the city (some of them) are Miss Lizzie Crosby, Mrs. Frank B. Tryon, Mrs. C. E. Losee, Mrs. C. B. Murphy and Mrs. Maria Dreyer, all of whom are always busy. CATTLE DEALERS. The principal cattle dealers of the city are Green, Beatty, Murphy & Compton and Jerry Richards, and these gentlemen also buy stock for shipment to the Chicago market. DRAYMEN. The draymen of the city are E. L. Hanaford, Frank C. Hanaford (who also handles the American express), William Schernau, and Louis Kirchmann. CIGAR AND TOBACCO STORE. Frederick Merton conducts this business in his own store on Main street, which he erected a couple of years ago. He handles all the leading brands of cigars. BRICK AND STONE MASONS. The principal brick and stone masons in the city are Frank Witt, the Johnsons and Andrew Jacobson, who are always fairly busy. BOARDING HOUSES. Boarding houses are conducted by Mrs. W. E. Soles, on Clay street, and Mrs. Delia Johnson, on Calhoun street, who feed the hungry well. CARRIAGE PAINTING. C. L. Clark conducts a carriage painting shop in the building just west of Ellsworth's machine shop. DOCTOR OF VETERINARY SURGERY. Charles G. Jennings [photo], born at Patoka, Ill., Aug. 1, 1872; educated in the local schools; attended the Chicago Veterinary college in 1898, graduating as a doctor of comparative medicine in 1901 and locating in this city for the practice of veterinary surgery and medicine; has an office at the residence of Geo. H. King on Church street, and is building up a very satisfactory patronage. ATTORNEY CHARLES S. NORTHROP. [photo] The above two cuts did not arrive in time to appear in the write-up of professional men on the fifteenth page. LEANDER J. YOUNG, Fire Marshal and Insurance Agent [photo] SUPERINTENDENT C. W. HART, Woodstock Public School [photo] MARSHAL JOHN BOLGER. [photo] To Our Readers, On account of the rush and the many inconveniences to which we have been put in getting out this issue of The Sentinel, we have greatly curtailed and condensed our news department this week, feeling that we have given our readers their money's worth without the general grist of local and county items. We hope to get back to normal conditions before another issue. In the meantime, if you are going to call and pay for your paper for another year, please do so before the end of the year, and we will try to be on hand and treat you courteously. If you see anything in this issue that is not precisely correct, consider our extremity and graciously pardon the omission or errors. Subscribers at a distance who are in arrears will please remit at once. Four, Four, Four Days More. I am selling an extra number of cut glass pieces this year—the latest patterns—and my prices sell the goods. My dinner sets are all the latest decoration. Toilet sets in many shapes; water sets in Bohemian and American cut glass; fancy candlesticks; wax candles; elegant China creamers, all sizes and prices; bread and milk sets; tiles: burnished and cut vases; chop dishes: tumblers and pitchers; a good round nickel lamp for $1, and others in proportion; globes, shades and extra lamp trimmings; dinner sets matched. Goods brought out from city on approval. FRANK M. BUNKER. Matrimonial. Married, in this city, on Monday, Dec. 16, 1901, Albert L. Bandlow and Miss Lettie Starin, both of Delavan Lake, Wis., Justice L. H. Jones officiating. Get oysters at Dirrenberger's. PEOPLE'S COLUMN. "Ads." in this Column, 25c per week for five lines or less; over five lines, 5c per line. FOR SALE. A nice list of city property. lnquire of E. H. Waite. FOR SALE. House and six lots on Judd and Denmark streets, by Wm. H. Stewart. FOR RENT. a good house and barn adjoining public square. Inquire of J. S. Andrews. FOR SALE. Choice lots on Clay street. Inquire of Richards, Jewett & Wright Abstract Co. FOR SALE. A few thoroughbred Chester white boars. Inquire of or address J. E. Harrison, Woodstock, Ill. LAND AND TOWN LOTS FOR SALE Money to loan. McHENRY COUNTY ABSTRACT CO. FOR SALE OR RENT. Farm of 235 acres near Ridgefield (the Hartman place). Inquire of J. g. Hartman, Ridgefield, Ill. FOR RENT. One of the finest office rooms in Woodstock, located in the Church block. For particulars call on Frank Tappan. Agent. WANTED. For Chicago customers, farms of 60, 80, 120, 160, and 200 acres in McHenry county. Address, with price, C. P. Barnes. Woodstock. Ill. WANTED. Three well-improved farms in this county, for friends who want to locate here. If you want to sell, address, giving full description, lowest prices and terms. Box 619. Woodstock. Ill. LOST. Sunday evening, Dec. 15, at Crystal Lake, a dark bay mare 7 years old, with rope around neck; was last seen at Franklinville. Finder will be rewarded by notifying Roy Genung, Crystal Lake, Ill. GREAT CHANCE FOR FARMERS AND TEAMSTERS! We have bought from various Breweries and Express Companies, several carloads of secondhand Horses, all in good shape, and suitable for Farm and Team work, will refund one-half of railroad fare to any out of town purchaser. Let your depot manager give you receipt for your ticket money. Abe Klee & Son, 272 & 276 North Center Ave., near Milwaukee Ave. Chicago. Ill. Take Milwaukee Ave cable car. [OFFICIAL PUBLICATION.] REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF The State bank of Woodstock, AT WOODSTOCK, STATE OF ILLINOIS, Before the commencement of business on the 11th Day of December, 1901, as made to the auditor of public accounts, for the state of Illinois, pursuant to law. RESOURCES Loans and discounts $181,798.76 Overdrafts 818.02 182,616.78 Other bonds and securities, including premiums 31,212.12 Due from national banks 36,691.18 Due from state banks and bankers 5,329.90 42,021.08 Checks and other cash items 2,241.81 Collections in transit 4,084.28 6,326.09 Cash on hand 12,844.00 a. gold coin 5,565.00 b. silver coin 292.25 Nickels and cents 275.99 18,977.24 Total. 281,153.31 LIABILITIES Capital stock paid in 25,000.00 Surplus fund 15,000.00 Undivided profits, less espenses 6,561.20 Demand deposits, individual 122,385.25 Demand deposits, certificates 112,206.86 234,592.11 Total 281,153.31 STATE OF ILLINOIS, County of McHenry I, E. C. Jewett, cashier of The State Bank of Woodstock, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true, to the best of my knowledge and belief. E. C. Jewett, Cashier Subscribed and sworn to before me this 18th day of December, 1901. George W. Lemmers, Notary Public (Seal). Thursday, December 19, 1901. THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL Page 19 IN THE GLAD SEASON The Angel of Death Enters Several Homes. Death of Mrs. P. B. Still, H. L. Watson, c. c. Readel and Mrs. Purlina McMillan. H. L. Watson [photo]. Died at his home on Hayward and Calhoun streets, in this city, on Friday, Dec. 13, 1901, H. L. Watson, aged 79 years. We have been unable to get the data as to the place of birth of Mr. Watson, as to his marriage or as to his coming to this city. We know that he has been a resident of this city about forty years. During the larger part of that time Mr. Watson was engaged in the draying business here, having a number of steady patrons among the business public. He was exact and honest in all of his business transactions, and his faithfulness, even after he had reached the age when most men feel justified in retiring, was marked and noteworthy. For many years he handled the freight for the American Express company, in which position he was unfailingly reliable. Mr. Watson was one of the mainstays of the Baptist church of this city, being one of its deacons and a member of the board of trustees. He was a regular attendant upon divine services until a very few days before his death, although in failing health for several years. He was a devout worshipper and a man who lived the profession he made. Mr. Watson leaves an aged widow, who has the sympathy of the community in the loneliness occasioned in her life by her husband's taking off. The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Baptist church, Rev. E. S. Moon officiating, and the interment was in Oakland cemetery. Mrs. P. B. Still. Died, on Friday, Dec. 13, 1901, at her home east of this city, Edna A. Young, wife of P. B. Still, aged 48 years, 4 months, 19 days. Edna A. Young was born in Woodstock, Ill., July 25, 1853. She was trained in a Christian home, and in early life gave evidence that the new birth required by her Savior was her passport into the kingdom of her God, where King Jesus reigns. Her cultured mind was the product of our public school, so she was taught not only to be smart, but also to be good. With this training she occupied an important place in social and church life. On Sept. 29, 1881, she plighted her faith with P. B. Still, a happy and congenial union. It has been evident for more than a score of years that each lived for the other. Edna was unceasing in her devotion to every interest of the home. Strong, vigorous and healthy, there seemed no task too difficult for her hands. Thus she labored on until it became evident that, while doing for others, she overestimated her own strength. Shattered nerves and a faltering heart were serious tokens of a decline. Relief from home cares, travel, good medical attention, were pursued with vigilance and often attended with a ray of hope, but on last Friday, the 13th inst., with no indication of a change for the worst, she seemed to be overcome with drowsiness and asked her sister Lutie to bathe her face and hands with cold water, hoping that it would drive away the sleepy feeling. But there was no arousement and without a pain or a struggle the wife passed away, while in the arms of her husband, like a child in the arms of its mother, from the embrace of sleep to the repose of death. Mrs. Still was an ardent and devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal church, faithful in the performance of every duty, yet she served her church most in the capacity of Sunday-school teacher. Here especially may it be said of her, as of old, "She has done what she could." We are sorry that Mrs. Still has gone on-that is, we are sorry that God thought it best to take her from her home and loved ones; but we must not be sinfully selfish about it. God gave and He hath taken away, and it is all right. We are sure with her new experiences in the better land she has realized the beautiful words of the poet: "More and more like Him, repeat the blest story, over and over again. Changed by His spirit from glory to glory, I shall be satisfied then." Thank God, while the multitude of friends mourn today "our loss," she is with Christ, which is far better. The funeral was held at 11 o'clock, Sunday morning, from the M. E. church, which was crowded to the very doors. The floral tributes were magnificent, attesting to the esteem in which the deceased was held. The music was by the choir and a quartet and Miss Eva Thompson rendered a beautiful solo. A. Sunderlin delivered a fitting sermon, extending sincere sympathy to the bereaved husband, mother, sisters and brothers, in which The Sentinel and the community joins. The Interment was in the family lot in Oakland cemetery. Purlina Buck McMillan. Died, at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. J. C. Kline, 2100 Adams street, Chicago, on Saturday, Dec. 14, 1901, Purlina Buck, relict of the late James McMillan, aged 85 years, 7 months, 26 days. Purlina Buck was born in Palmyra, N. Y.. Apr. 18, 1816. She was married to James McMillan in 1835 and came to Illinois in 1837 and to McHenry county in 1838. Her children were: John James, Andrew James, John Thomas, Mary Jane and Margaret Ann. Mary Jane, now Mrs. Mary J. Rogers of Chicago, and Mrs. Margaret Hall, of Joplin. Mo., two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren survive. James McMillan, the husband, died in Woodstock, May 10, 1884. Mrs. McMillan lived in McHenry county until seven years ago, when she went to Joplin, Mo., remaining there until May, 1899, when she returned to Chicago, where she resided surounded by her daughter Mary, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. McMillan was one of the charter members of the Presbyterian charch at Ridgefield. During her residence in Woodstock she was a member of the First Presbyterian church, and her parting words were: "I have fought the good fight and have kept the faith." The causes of Mrs. McMillan's death was pneumonia. The funeral was held from her late residence on Monday, the 16th, and the interment was at Terra Cotta, in this county. Christoph Carl Readel. Died, at his home near this city, on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 1901, Christoph Carl Readel, aged 79 years, 3 months, 25 days. Christoph Carl Readel was born la Treaborn Germany, Aug. 23, 1822, aad there he was married to Miss Mary Bockhus. They came to this country in 1872, where Mr. Readel lived an honorable, industrious life. He leaves to mourn his death a widow and four chlldren--three sons and one daughter. Mr. Readel was a good citizen, a kind father and a faithful and affectionate husband. The funeral is being held from St. John's Lutheran church this afternoon at l:30 o'clock, and the interment will be in Oakland cemetery. A Child Called. A young child of Mr. and Mrs. Christian Dannemann died on Monday last. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of many friends. LOCAL TELEPHONE EXCHANGE. Woodstock People Equipped with Means of Quick Communication. In the year 1895 the city council granted to Allen B. Wager a franchise for the construction of a complete local system of telephones, and he immediately put a force of men to work erecting the poles and stringing the lines, and in September of that year ihe system was in operation, with about thirty subscribers. The applications for phones soon began to fly in, and from that day to this there has been a steady increase in the number, so that now about 140 subscribers are supplied with prompt service that is very satisfactory. Mr. Wager was the owner and manager of the exchange until a few months ago, when he sold his plant to Judge C. H. Donnelly, Geo. W. Field and David R. Joslyn, who immediately engaged F. M. Ross, of South Bend, Ind., as manager. Since that time the system has been undergoing a complete overhauling. Many new poles have been erected, new wires strung and many of the wires cabled. This work is not yet completed, but when it is finally completed we will have one of the finest systems of telephone service that can be found in any inland city in the Northwest. Through the medium of the Citizens Telephoue Co. of McHenry county, of which Marcellus L. Joslyn is president, subscribers to the local system are enabled to converse with practically every town, village and city in he county, a reasonable fee being charged for the toll line service. Through a recent arrangement made with the Chicago Telephone Co. subscribers to the local system can stand in their offices or residences and talk with Chicago, Minneapolis, or any of the cities on the company's lines, the usual fees being charged. The "hello girls" at the local central station are Misses Dora Zimpleman and Mabel Darrell, while Miss Jule Kelly has charge of the toll line and long-distance service. The conveniences of the service are too numerous to be enumerated, and the price of the local service is practically saved in the amount of shoe leather saved annually. WOODSTOCK STEAM LAUNDRY. A Finely Equipped Plant Doing a Large Business. Previous to 1894 the people of Woodstock were compelled to send their dirty linen to outside places for laundering, but in that year Messrs. Young & Boies came to this city from Elgin and started a laundry in the old foundry building. The location proved unsatisfactory and they leased a lot east of the Frame pickle factory, where a frame structure was erected especially for their use. Mr. Young (W. H.) shortly after purchased his partner's interest, added to the plant, bought new machinery and built up a large business. About a year ago he took James P. Brink into partnership and they continued the business until a few months ago, when they sold for $4,750 to H. J. Lembke, from Iowa, who made such a failure that he sold two weeks ago at a great personal loss. The laundry is now in charge of Mr. Dobton, of Harvard, a practical and experienced hand, who promises to conduct one of the finest institutions in the country. The equipment of the laundry embraces all the latest machinery necessary for the successful prosecution of the business, and in the height of its popularity it often turned out more than 1100 white shirts per week, and other articles in proportion. It employs from six to twelve hands. It maintains a wagon, now in charge of Henry Burdirk, for collecting and delivering washings, while the transient trade of the city is served through the agency of Mead & Charles, the grocers. Later.— Yesterday E. A. Ellsworth purchased the laundry, has taken possession and will put it in first-class condition. As he has no complete list of patrons, kindly drop him a line if you want him to call for your laundry. OUR TWENTIETH CENTURY NUMBER. A Few Facts in Connection With the Issuance of This Edition. In presenting to our readers this issue of The Sentinel, we realize that it could be improved upon in many respects, but are also are aware of the fact that no paper in McHenry county ever before attempted to get out a write-up edition of its own town on so elaborate a scale. It is only five weeks since we determined upon this issue, and we have thus been put at a great disadvantage and have possibly made some errors. The purpose of this edition is a complete write-up of Woodstock -an issue presenting facts in a brief manner that the people will want to preserve -and we trust that in this respect we have fulfilled our intention. We have done this work in five short weeks, kept up all of the other work of the office, and waited upon our patrons. We have been unable to do much soliciting of patronage for this issue, and in fact it was not our intention to make it a money-making advertising sheet strictly, but our only desire has been to get out even on the same. We have repeatedly stated that we desired every interest in the city to be represented in these columns, and there should be no occasion for jealousies or disappointments, for, as we have done very little soliciting, there was an opportunity for you to make your wants known through the many mediums at your disposal, and those who may have a tendency to find fault have only themselves to blame. This edition is printed on the J. W. Butler Paper Co.'s S. & S. C. book paper. The ink, which was a 60-cent book, was purchased from the Queen City Ink Co., of Chicago, and it took nearly twenty pounds to print the edition. We are issuing 2,500 copies of fifty pounds to the ream, making 1,250 pounds of paper in the edition, at 4 cents per pound. The half-tone engravings, or most of them, were made by Geo. H. Benedict & Co., 308 Dearborn street, Chicago, and the bill foots up to a heavy figure. We want our brethren of the press to remember, in criticizing this number, that it was printed on a Proutv seven-column press, two pages at a time, most of the time with the mercury hovering at or below the zero mark, and that our job and ad man and one of our compositors have been confined to their homes during the period of greatest hustle, so that we have had to work while others slept in order to get out on time. Extra copies of this issue can be obtained at 5 cents each at this office, and as more than 600 extras had been ordered before the issue was printed, those who still want extras will readily see that they will have to get their orders in at once if they expect to get the papers. To those who have given us their encouragement and kind words during the work of preparing this issue and the many perplexities that have confronted us, we extend our heartfelt thanks, and shall remember them with the idea of repaying them in the days that are to come. In conclusion we extend to all the compliments of the season. SECRET AND OTHER SOCIETIES. Nearly All the Great Societies Represented in Woodstock. Woodstock has her full quota of secret societies, some of them, notably the Masons and the Odd Fellows, having been in operation here almost as long as the city has been in existence. We can only mention them briefly. We had intended to give the names of the officers of all of them, but as the lists have not been received, must defer doing so until another issue of this paper. The lodges and societies in the city not mentioned elsewhere are: Three branches of Masonry, three branches Of Odd Fellows, Modern Woodmen, Maccabees, Ladies' Benevolent Penny Mite, Ladies' Cemetery Aid, Modern American Fraternal, G. A. R., W. R. C., Knights of the Globe, Court of Honor, Forresters, Mystic Workers, and perhaps others that we have over-looked in the rush. Winning His Spurs. Attorney David K. Joslyn won another case in the county court last Saturday, when a jury returned a verdict in favor of his client, Nelson Gates, of Hebron, against John Brehms, in what has come to be known as the fence case. Mr. Joslyn has represented Mr. Gates in seven cases in which his opponent was Mr. Brehms. and he has won in every instance, V. S. L,umley being the opposing counsel in the case decided last Saturday. Of the merits of the case it is not the province of this paper to discuss, but that Mr. Joslyn is winning spurs no one can dispute. While one of the younger members of the McHenry county bar, he possesses a legal acumen and a skill in handling cases that is bound to work to his advantage as the years roll by. Mr. Joslyn is a son of Merritt L. Joslyn, who was, in his prime, one of the best trial lawyers that McHenry county ever had, and it would be strange indeed did not his son inherit some of the ability and tact in the legal profession possessed by his distinguished sire. Mr. Joslyn's practice has shown a steady increase the past season, and as he can always be found at his office with Judge Gillmore, and gives faithful attention to the interests of his clients, we advise our readers in neighboring places to give him a call when they desire legal business transacted. Elgin Butter Market. At Elgin, Monday, butter was steady at 24 1/2 cents: no offerings and no sales; butter last week. 24 1/2 cents; last year, 24 1/2 cents; output of the week, 601,000 pounds. A Christmas Greeting. I wish you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR. As I have been with you only a month, I am more than thankful for the trade that has come to me, which has exceeded my expectation, and I think that the parties who have made their purchases of me have been more than satisfied with the SPECIAL DISCOUNT that I have been giving which I will continue to give until January 1st, 1902. So take advantage of it while you can. I am continually adding more of the up-to-date goods, and shall do my best to keep what the trade demands, and will sell them at Reasonable Prices for the Quality of Goods, as I do not believe in cheap goods, for the cost of making will not be any more, and then you will be satisfied with your purchase. I do not expect to get goods for less than cost, for we are at least entitled to a small profit, or we would not do business, and as your merchant pays taxes in your county, and that lowers your taxes, therefore you should trade at home it possible. North Side of Public Square J. G. HURD Successor to M. D. HOY & SON WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. LEGAL. Jackman & Bennet, Attorneys. Administrator's Notice. Estate of Mary Smith, deceased. The undersigned, having been appoinyrf administrator of the estate of Mary Smith deceased, late of the county of McHenry and state of Illinois, hereby gives notice that he will appear before the county court of McHenry county, at the court house in Woodstock, at the February term, on the first Monday in February next, at which time all persons having claims against said estate are notified and requested to attend for the purpose of having the same adjusted. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. Dated this 17th day of December. A. D. 1901. CHARLES SMITH, Administrator. Executor's Notice of Filing Final Settlement. STATE of Illinois. McHenry County. Estate of Patrick Corr, deceased. To all whom it may concern: You are hereby notified that on Monday, the 6th day of January, 1902, I, as the executrix of the last will and testament of said deceased, will present to the county court of McHenry county, at the court house in Woodstock, Illinois, my final report of my acts and doings as such executrix, and ask that court to be discharged from any and all further duties and responsibilities connected with said estate and my administration thereof, at which time and place you may be present and resist such application, if you choose so to do. Eliza Corr, Executrix of the last will and testament of Ptrick Corr, deceased. REACHING THROUGH OUR STOCK is that ever present principle of fair dealing. Customers are charged right prices whether the market on FEED is going up or down. Some of our stock is good for all of your stock. Everything offered is of prime quality. Fully matured when cut, this line of Oats, Hay, Grain, etc., contains the largest percentage of nutrient qualities. PURE, FRESH BUCKWHEAT FLOUR on hand at all times: would be pleased to get your orders. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas. I am Yours respectfully, H. H. BOSSHARD 'Phone 107. GREAT BARGAINS IN XMAS GOODS FROM TODAY AT A. S. WRIGHT'S. RENICH & HART GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS That's Our Specialty. None Better Anywhere. TELEPHONE No. 06. LEGAL. Jackman & Bennett, Solicitors STATE Of ILLINOIS . County of McHenry. In the County Court of McHenry county to the January term. A. D. 1902. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN NOTICE: That the undersigned will, on Friday the 10th day of January, 1902, at the hour of 10 o'clock a.m. of said day, or as soon thereafter as counsel can be heard, apply to the county court of McHenry county, Illinois, for an order to sell all of the right, title and interest of Susie S. Smith, an insane person, in and to the following real estate, to wit: Mrs. A. M. Morgan Special Holiday Inducement As Christmas is so near, you will all be looking for something to remember your friends with. I will give all customers, beginning; December 19, and ending; December 26, a discount of 10 per cent, on all purchases of $1.00 and up. You will find here many useful and artistic presents, and a tine line of both ladies' and gentlemen's Silk and Linen handkerchiefs. In ladies' fine furnishings we carry a full line of Cloaks, Suits, Skirts ami Waists. If anything is not in stock, we gladly order for you and guarantee perfect satisfaction. MRS. A.M. MORGAN East Side Public Square. Come Now And have a sitting for your Christmas Photos and save disappointment on account of the rush and cloudy weather. There is no cheaper or better Christmas present than a photograph, for at a small expense, you can give a dozen presents and please everyone who receives them. M. G.TRIPP Say! Christmas Is Coming "A Word to the Wise" Don't wail until late; come early, when our stock is complete and full. Get your choice and have it laid aside for you. Weather is fair, roads good and our prices are always right. We Sell the Best Goods. We will take orders for anything not in stock. Please call. A. R. MURPHEY WOODSTOCK, ILL. NEW Meat Market. The Undersigned having opened a new market in the Kappler building near the depot are now prepared to supply their patrons with the best in FRESH MEATS, SALT MEATS, SMOKED MEATS AND SAUSAGES of all kinds. Orders promptly attended to and satisfaction is guaranteed. C. F. Gaulke & Son 'PHONE 116. Woodstock Illinois. Geo. H. Hooker 'Phone 69. CHRISTMAS Candies, Bananas, Oranges, Nuts, Apples, Dates, Celery and Seasonable Vegetables of all Kinds. The Finest Stock in the City. 'Phone 69 Geo. H. Hooker Christmas at Kennedy's. We have the Finest Assortment of CANDIES ever in town, from 10c to 70c. a pound. A complete line of FANCY BOX CANDY, something nice, and, "Oh! how Good." If you want to eive a Useful Present, something good for cold weather, we have them. Christmas Trees, Nuts, Oranges, Green Vegetables and Fruits. Give Us Your Christmas Order. A. D. & J. A. KENNEDY. 'PHONE 48. RESIDENCE OF L. B. COMPTON [photo] 302 S. Madison street RESIDENCE OF ALPHA CLARK [photo] 601 S. Jefferson street THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. Thursday, December 19, 1901. Page 20 HOLIDAY GOODS A. DWIGHT OSBORN Runs the Warehouse for Santa Claus. CHRISTMAS COMES BUT ONCE A YEAR, so let us have just the best time that we possibly can and enjoy ourselves by making others happy. It is the Season for giving gifts, and if straws show which way the wind blows, there will be more gift-giving this season than any previous year on record. So we have taken this as our cue and have bought, not a tremendous heavy stock, but an assortment of useful, ornamental and amusing line of goods that would do credit to a town five times larger than Woodstock, and we have them all artistically arranged on our Second Floor and ready for inspection. Come and bring the children, large and small, and see what SANTA CLAUS has in his Warehouse for you. A Little Money Goes a Long Ways Buying Gifts at Our Store. Sewing Machines. Would you dare think of it. Get your wife or daughter a Gold Hibbard Ball Bearing Sewing Machine for a present. There is nothing finer. Others, with drop head, five drawers and oak cases, finely finished and guaranteed. This sweet tone Bugle, with cord and tassel attached. A fine tone Trumpet. a Metal Flute. A Wood Flute. Dolls! Dolls! Dolls for Everyone. Rubber Dolls. China Dolls. Bisque Dolls. Paper Dolls. Dressed Dolls. Undressed Dolls. Dolls, two for 5c. Dolls up to 71.5". Black Board Desks with large drawers, strong and durable 1.50. We also have a very Complete line of rolltop and dropfront writing desks, made of oak and finely finished. Prices running all the way up to 6.48. Also Book Cases up to 3.48. Sweeper for the baby, little girl, daughter, wife and mother 35c to 3.50. Good-lite drum for 45c. Up to a genuine calf head snare drum, for $1.65. Blocks, A fine line of 5c and 10c. This Rocking Chair, finished red, blue green, and natural wood, heavy and strong 35c. Black Boards, like cut 43c. Chautaquas 1.58. The Improved Chautauquas 1.95. What would make a more useful, as well as ornamental present, than these. They are durable and always look nice. Baking Dishes, Servers, Tea Sets, Celery and Bread Trays, Tea Pots, Coffee Pots, Water Pitchers, Drinking Cups, Crumb Trays and Scrapers, Etc.. Etc. All made of heavy copper and heavily nickel plated. Prices are reasonable. Coaster like cut 48c. Iron Coaster, 46 inches long, heavily braced, oak side rail, artistically painted and polished. Will hold up all the load you can pile on it 2.25. Our Blue Bird and Red Bird Coaster, at 2.98. This is the prettiest thing out. Roman Chairs, without backs, upholstered in velour, mahogany finish 85c. Roman Chairs, natural wood finish, without upholstering 58c. Roman Rockers, upholstered in velour, natural wood finish 95c. Roman Rockers, mahogany finish $1.00. Also a very complete line of Child Rockers, from 45c up to $2.25. This Rocking Chair, strong and durable 43c. Crokinola and Checker Boards 95c. Carpet Sweeper. Make your wife more than happy by getting her a sweeper for Christmas. Saw and Buck, Saw with Blade, 21 inch, with a good steel. Buck 24 Inch high, strong and durable 50c. The Latest in Games. Games without number from 5c. up to $3.95. The finest line of Box Games, consisting of Baseball, Fish Pond, India, Golf, Discovering the North Pole, Errand Boy, Kings, Duck on the Rock, Cats and Mice, Man in the Moon, Etc.. Etc. Put up in heavy boxes, 15 inch squares, that we will sell for 23c. Croland the New Game Board, Elegant mahogany finished, covered with bright green felt, polished brass score plates, polished balls. Etc. Another New Game Board, Acme Combination. Also Carroms and Star Boards, at prices as low as the lowest. Iron Hook and Ladder Truck. A heavy substantial toy, 25 1/2 inches long. Two detachable wood ladders, a fine span of horses, driver and captain $1.25. Train Cars. Two cars, tender and engine, 17 inches long 63c. Combination Train, Engine and Tender, 30 inches long. Work train, with Engine and Tender, 39 inches long 1.15. C. & N. W. Vestibule. Limited. 57 inches long, complete 1.95. Stock Train, loaded with stock, 45 inches long 2.25. This Seal is a very wonderful mechanical toy: amusing and substantial toy 50c. Toy Stoves. Gem 4 Hole Range nickel plated, 8 inches long, 5 inches high 85c. Prize, 6 Hole Range, 12 inches long and 12 inches high, rolling grate, large Oven, large Reservoir, high Shelf, and all nickel plate with Coal Hod, Kettle, Spider, Griddles, etc. all for $1.98. French Music Boxes, round metal frames, strong and durable, 1 tune 75c. 3 tunes $1.00. Turkish Tubephones 75c to $3.00. Ground Class Drawing Slate with fine assortment studies 5c. Large size 10c. Genuine Rubber Roll Wringer, made by the American Wringer Co. large enough to wring Hankerchiefs and small Articles. 3 1/2 inch Roll 50c. 5 inch Roll, large enough for a small wash $1.25. When you start out to buy a present for a friend remember that our store has two floors filled with goods that would be suitable for presents for some one and also remember that you not only find the less expensive articles here, but also a lot of fine goods as well. Go-Carts, like cut shown 25c and up to 2.50. Sad Iron. Nickel Plated, with detachable handle and stand, good sizes, 15c and 20c. Banks of All Kinds. Self Registering Bank-a Bank that shows on a Dial the amount in bank. Kicking Mule Banks. Bear and Indian Banks. Frog and Indian Banks. Storming the Fort Banks. William Tell Banks. Battle Ship Maine Banks. Nigger and Whitewash Brush Hanks. Combination Banks. Banks for 5c. Banks up to $1.25 This Sled, same as cut 38c. Shoo Fly 30c. This Trolley Car runs. Turn the key and the spring does the work 25c. Wash Set, consisting of Wringer, Wash Tub, Wash Stand, Clothes Rack and Wash Board, for 25c. These are noted for their sweet tone easy action, finely finished cases, and at prices astonishingly low. 25c, 65c, $1.25 and $2.65. Dresser, like cut 28c. Also a beautiful line of Oak Chiffoniers, Side Boards, Dressers, China Closets, Etc. This heavy Iron Engine runs with a tempered steel spring, strong and durable $1.10. Chafing Dish. Very heavy copper. Nickel plated. Large size, with Alcohol lamp 4.50. The most beautiful, strongly built and handsomely decorated toy made is this launch. Will run quite a long distance in the water. Is guided by setting the rudder. 14 inches long 2.75. Smaller ones for 1.00. This Iron Dog and Cart with Driver 25c. This American Express Delivery Wagon 15 inches long 25c. 2 Horse Rig, made of steel. 18 inches long 65c. This Iron Toy, 8 inches long 25c. Wheel Barrows 20c Wheel Barrows 50c Wheel Barrows 65c Wheel Barrows 75c Steel Wagons make a very useful present, strong and durable $1.00 up to $2.25. Come early and make your selection before the Stock is taken, and if you do not care to take them with you we will keep them for you until you are ready to have them delivered or call for them. We have everything the Market affords in Oranges, Bananas, Grapes and Apples. All kinds of Nuts, Popcorn and Candy, as well as everything in Groceries, Fruits, Vegetables, Etc, at prices, as you know, that will be as Low as the Lowest. TELEPHONE 44. A. DWIGHT OSBORN, Woodstock, III. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Special editions of the Woodstock Sentinel Description An account of the resource March 13, 1937 '80th Anniversary' Woodstock Sentinel December 19, 1901 '20th Century' Woodstock Sentinel Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document SPECIAL ILLUSTRATED SOUVENIR SUPPLEMENT THE WOODSTOCK SENTINEL. AN INDUSTRIAL PROSPECTUS OF WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS With 50 Original Half-Tone Illustrations. WOODSTOCK, ILL., THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 1904. Compiled by J. Manz Engraving Co., Chicago—New York. WOODSTOCK'S GREAT PROGRESS AND WONDERFUL GROWTH HOME OF THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER COMPANY, THE LEADING INSTITUTION OF ITS KIND IN THE WORLD by Iverson C. Wells. The Woodstock of today and the Woodstock of five years ago, yea, even of three years ago, are as far different from each other as one could imagine a little city could be that has enjoyed a substantial rather than a mushroom growth. In 1890, the year of the last Government census, the population of Woodstock was 1,683. Until five years ago these figures were not materially changed. An awakening came, however. The people arose from their lethargy and the industrial and the commercial progress of the eity was assured. Today it is conservatively estimated that there are 4,000 people in Woodstock, and the inability to supply homes for those that desire to come and live with us as fast as they are required has seriously retarded a still larger growth. With the opening of the spring months, however, and the building season near at hand, contractors and carpenters will renew the building operations of last year when over one hundred residences were constructed. From indications and estimates furnished by those in a position to know these facts, the year 1904 will find more extensive building operations and there will be little or no complaint about lack of houses for those who wish to make Woodstock their home. The congestion in houses is so great many people who are now employed in Woodstock live in adjoining towns and come and go to and from their day's labor each day by rail. From Harvard alone there are no less than sixty workmen whose homes are in that little city because they cannot find accommodations here, and who come to Woodstock on an early morning train and return on an evening train. There can be but one conclusion to be drawn from such a condition of affairs: Woodstock is growing faster than the present facilities can provide for. The capitalists, however, are awakening to the necessity of the occasion and the congestion of the past year will not be known this year. The wonderful growth of Woodstock is not only shown in the substantial increase in the population, but in the banking business of the city and in all commercial lines. The four banks that transact business in this city have more than doubled the amount of business done within the past five years. Deposits are greatly increased, one sure sign that a town is enjoying a substantial prosperity, and the merchants are all reporting a greater volume of trade. Woodstock has every advantage for a successful trade and mart and industrial center, as well as an ideal home. Located only fifty miles northwest of Chicago, where all the markets are of easy access, surrounded by a country that leads the world in dairy interests, and with a climate that is healthy, there is everything in its favor and nothing against it. Woodstock is the county seat. It is situated, geographically, in the center of MeHenry County and is easy of access to every town and hamlet in the county. In the industrial line the Oliver Typewriter factory leads all others. It is the chief industry of the eity. Employing over 700, it gives profitable employment to a large portion of its population and a prospective increase in the working force at an early date promises employment for at least a hundred more. There are two large pickle factories, a large condensing plant for Borden, and several minor industries. There is sufficient employment for all that come, the only drawback that has been being in the lack of houses for homes for those that are given employment. In the rural districts dairy products are the chief interests, although the farmers are not confined to any one line, the soil being adapted to all the cereals and to hay. McHenry County is the center of the greatest dairy interests in the world. This is a pretty broad statement, but nevertheless the census reports and the State records prove it to be so. Statistics show that over one million more (Continued on Page 5.) McHenry county court house officials [photos] 1. JUDGE GILLMORE. 2. MISS NETTIE M. BURGER 3. SHERIFF LAKE. 4. MISS MAUDE DONOVAN. 5. DEPUTY COUNTY CLERK HAMER. 6. COUNTY RECORDER RICHARDS. 7. DEPUTY COUNTY TREASURER STILL. 8. STATES ATTORNEY LOWELL. 9. DEPUTY COUNTY RECORDER RICHARDS. 10. DEPUTY SHERIFF WANDRACK. 11. MISS BEATRICE GAY. 12. COUNTY CLERK RUSHTON. 13. DEPUTY SHERIFF ECKERT. 14. COUNTY TREASURER JEWETT. D. F. Quinlan, the original real estate broker of MeHenry county and one of Woodstock's broadest and most liberal promoters, is in many respects the most striking figure in the business life of our city. To him belongs the credit of having helped to start the growth and development of Woodstock in the right direction, and for ten years he has kept up a strenuous campaign of publicity, advertising the advantages of the city and county in scores of magazines and papers, and in many original ways turning on the limelight and bringing about marvelous results in the line of real estate activity. Mr. Quinlan is the "W. M. Ostrander" of Woodstock. He has been most successful in the handling of farm property and has negotiated the sale of a large majority of the city lots. The result of his assiduous campaign of advertising and the liberal use of printer's ink has been the building up of a monumental real estate business. He has one of the most complete and valuable mailing lists in the State, acquired at great expense and pains and covering all of the surrounding counties. In this way he has his hands on the pulse of things and has been able to promote many large undertakings. Mr. Quinlan's office, which is headquarters for real estate, insurance, loans and investments of all kinds is one of the landmarks of Woodstock. Mr. Quinlan is a Woodstock man born and bred and takes a live interest at all times in the expansion of the city. His personality is of the strong, aggressive sort that attracts people and acts as a magnet for business. His career here, which started when he was a mere youth, is one of the glowing chapters in the county's history. "THAT'S ALL HE DOES." 2 WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. BANKS OF WOODSTOCK. Woodstock has the strongest banking representation of any town of its size in the state. In addition to the Farmers' Exchange Bank and the State Bank of Woodstock, mentioned in these pages, there are two other banks, making the total amount of capitalization in Woodstock $160,000, and the deposits a grand total of one million dollars. FARMERS EXCHANGE BANK. M. D. Hoy & Sons, Proprietors. The Farmers Exchange Bank is the oldest bank in Woodstock, and was organized in 1887 by M. D. Hoy and Geo. H. Hoy, with a capital of $35,000. In February, 1903, it was re-organized, with the following owners (all being actively engaged in the business): M. D. Hoy, Geo. H. Hoy, Fremont Hoy, John M. Hoy and William P. Hoy. The firm name at this time was changed to M. D. Hoy & Sons. The capital remained the same, viz.: $35,000. In 1903 the bank was refitted, and equipped with the largest steel lined vault in the county. It has all the latest improvements, the offices being very handsome and attractive. There is a complete line of Safety Deposit Boxes for rent and all conveniences for a general line of banking business. The deposits on January 20, 1904, were $350,000, and the loans $300,000 on the same date. INTERIOR OF FARMERS EXCHANGE BANK [photo] ATTORNEY J. F. CASEY. Attorney J. F. Casey was born in Huntly 111., on the 6th of March, 1861. He attended the Elgin Academy two years, gaining a diploma in practical sciences and a teacher's certificate from Springfield. Before entering Elgin Academy he graduated from the high school at Huntly. He graduated with the degree of LL. B. from the Union College of Law in 1885, and was admitted to the bar the same year. Attorney Casey's education has eminently fitted him for the position he now occupies as a leading attorney of Ilinois. In early life he taught school, and the success of many a hard won legal victory is the result perhaps of the strenuous life of the preceptor in the "little red schoolhouse." Attorney Casey is in love with his profession, and that is the secret of his success as a lawyer. He has figured in most of the prominent cases in the county and in the noted Flusky ease, he obtained a fee of $10,000, the largest fee in Illinois outside of Cook county. Attorney Casey has a general practice —civil, criminal and corporation. He is a member of the Masons and the Royal Arcanum, and several other leading societies. At one time he was chairman of the County Central Republican Committee of MeHenry county, and during the last fifteen years has taken the stump whenever occasion required, his oratory being of an effective and telling character. Mr. Casey has a large Chicago practice in addition to his practice in this county. He is essentially a man of many parts, a fine conversationalist, a brilliant speaker, and a convincing pleader. ATTORNEY .T. F. CASEY[photo] C. F. GAULKE & SON. The builders of Woodstock are not necessarily the moneyed men of the community, but those merchants who practice the golden rule in business and who believe in dealing liberally with their brother merchants. Such a man is C. F. Gaulke of the firm of C. F. Gaulke & Son, proprietors of the South Side meat market. No man in Woodstock has a better word to say for his town than C. F. Gaulke. He has been in the meat business here for fifteen years, worked in the very store of which he is now proprietor for six years, and one year ago last October purchased the business from his predecessor, John R. Kellogg. The South Side meat market has a high standard for cleanliness and sanitary conditions and always has an atmosphere of prosperity, its walls hung with fine carcases, denoting abundance and plenty. It is the model market of Woodstock. Mr. Gaulke was born in Germany, was married there, and landed at Baltimore on the 18th of April twenty-three years ago. He has always considered Woodstock one of the banner towns of Illinois and has always done his full share in promoting the city's interests. Mr. Gaulke's obliging disposition has won him many warm friends. THE STATE BANK OF WOODSTOCK. The State Bank of Woodstock was organized under the general banking laws of the State of Illinois in November, 1899. It has a capital of $25,000, and a surplus of $28,000. The following are the officers: E. E. Richards, President; William H. Stewart, Vice-President; E. C. Jewett, Cashier. Directors—E. E. Richards, A. R. Murphey, E. C. Jewett, A. K. Bunker, Geo. K. Bunker, W. H. Stewart, M. L. Joslyn, E. E. Bagley, Geo. MeConnell. The official personnel of the "State," as it is popularly styled, is of great strength, and familiar to everyone in this section of Illinois, as well as all over the county. The interior of the bank, as shown in the cut, is one of the finest and most elaborate in Northern Illinois. INTERIOR OF STATE BANK OF WOODSTOCK.[photo] F. H. OPFERGELT. F. H. Opfergelt, to whose ability and skill in the construction of buildings is due the beauty of Woodstock's homes and the general architecture of the eity, was born in Dusseldorf, Germany, thirty miles from Cologne. He came to the United States when a mere youth, landed in Saginaw, Mich., and located in Chicago in 1868. Having studied architecture in his native country, he was well equipped to be one of the little army of men who built the city of Chicago. He became a partner of Tom Morse and later joined forces with the E. F. Gobel Construction Co. Among the buildings Mr. Opfergelt superintended might be mentioned the old Federal building, the Blackhawk Distillery, the Pontiac Reform School, the Hartfordbuilding, the Goose Island Elevator and the Hawthorne Cement Works. Mr. Opfergelt came to Woodstock sixteen years ago and owns a valuable farm near this city. In recent years he has given his time and attention to the construction of what might properly be termed "modern Woodstock." The homes of such men as Mr. C. P. Barnes, Mr. V. S. Lumley, Mr. F. B. Bennett and Mr. John M. Hoy are his work. He constructed the new Sentinel building and many other public buildings. Mr. Opfergelt leans to the colonial style. His son, E. H. Opfergelt, is about to graduate from Notre Dame University as an architect. Of Mr. Opfergelt's personality it can truly be said that he is a man of fine genial temperament and of strong convictions. True to his friends and generous in his treatment of all people, he commands respect by virtue of deserving it. F. H. OPFERGELT[photo] ATTORNEY C. S. NORTHROP. Attorney C. S. Northrop was born in New York State and came to Woodstock with his parents in 1S62. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1878, commencing to read law that year. He was admitted to the bar in 1880. In 1882 he went to South Dakota to practice and in 1887 to California. In 1890 he came back to Woodstock. Attorney Northrop makes a specialty of chancery and probate law, in which important branches he has made a great success. Mr. Northrop is an active member of the board of education and has always interested himself in the intellectual development of the city. He is a member of the A. O. U. W. Mr. Northrop is married and has four children. ATTORNEY CHARLES S. NORTHROP.[photo] WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT.3 ATTORNEY VINCENT S. LUMLEY. Vincent S. Lumley, son of Thomas Lumley, was born at Ringwood, Illinois; he is a graduate of the University of Michigan. He came to Woodstock in 1888 and engaged in the general practice of law, since which time he has forced his way to the front, and as a lawyer stands at the head of his profession. He is accredited with being an orator without a peer in MeHenry County, and a hustler in the strongest sense of the word; genial and courteous to all his friends, he has the absolute confidence of his clientage. He has always been allied with every movement which has a tendency to the building up of his home city. He was elected State's Attorney of MeHenry County in 1896 and served a term of four years, and it is the universal opinion that as a prosecuting attorney his success has never been equaled in the county. He is also the senior member of the real estate firm of Lumley, Whiteside & Murphey. Mr. Lumley has a well defined reputation as a criminal lawyer. As one instance out of many it might be mentioned that he won the celebrated Gillett case against the city of Chicago, in which the judgment was $11,000. Attorney Lumley is a member of all of the leading fraternal orders of his home city. He is Regent of the Royal Arcanum and a member in high standing of the I. 0. 0. F., the Knights of the Globe, the National Union, the Odd Fellows and the Rebeccas. Mr. Lumley's suite of offices is one of the handsomest in this section and his law library is the largest in the State outside of the large cities. ATTORNEY V. S. LUMLEY.[photo] ATTORNEY JOHN J. WHITESIDE. Attorney John J. Whiteside, the second member of the firm of Lumley, Whiteside & Murphey, is a graduate of the Northwestern University Law School, and is one of the best educated young men of the MeHenry county bar. He is a man of strict integrity, and, while young in years, is making many friends for his firm. JOHN J. WHITESIDE.[photo] PERRY W. MURPHEY. Mr. Murphey, the third member of the popular firm of Lumley, Whiteside & Murphey, is the son of A. W. Murphey. He has a very large acquaintance with the farmers of the county, being himself a retired farmer. He is known throughout the length and breadth of MeHenry and adjoining counties as a man of sterling quality and of high ideals of business honor. He became a member of the firm in 1902, and has shown great ability as a salesman, doing his full share in maintaining the prestige of his firm. JOHN A. DUFIELD. John A. Dufield is probably the oldest newspaper man in McHenry County. He was born in Woodstock in 1851, and has been in active newspaper work for more than 40 years. He started the MeHenry County Democrat in 1877 and sold his plant some two years ago to the Woodstock Republican Company. Mr. Dufield is a life-long democrat, and ran his paper in the interests of sound democratic principles for a quarter of a century. He was appointed postmaster by Cleveland, holding that position for four years. One year ago last January he put in a job printing plant in the Kellogg block, the most complete of its kind. He carries an up-to-date line of fine stationery and all the accessories of the stationery trade, including school supplies. He makes a specialty of souvenir advertising and has made a hit with the local merchants in this department, being very successful in the style and make up of his productions. SCHOOLS OF WOODSTOCK. The Woodstock public schools are a credit to the eity. In no city the same size in the state of Illinois is there a better system, and it is doubtful if there is any other city near the size of Woodstock whose schools are honored by as many universities and colleges who accept the graduates of the high school department without further preparation as is the case in this city. At the present time the schools are in a rather crowded condition, the one building that houses the three departments, the primary, grammar and high school grades, being entirely inadequate, extra room being found in the city hall and in the basement of the First Baptist Church for certain classes. Just a week or so ago, at the opening of the spring term, ninety new pupils applied for entrance. Only forty of this number could be accommodated. They were scattered about in the different rooms. The remaining number had to be turned away. This crowded condition seriously handicaps the superintendent and the board of education in their work, but there is every likelihood that a new building will be erected before the fall term of school is begun. Petitions have been circulated within the past week or so asking the Board of Education to call a special election for the purpose of giving the people an opportunity to say whether they will construct a district school in the territory north of East Jackson street and northeast of the Chicago & Northwestern tracks. C. W. Hart is the superintendent of the city schools and to his tireless work, his energy and progressive spirit is due, largely, the success of the schools. He has introduced many modern innovations in school work since he took charge of the schools, and has placed the work on a very high plane. He has gathered around him a very capable corps of teachers. O. G. MEADE.[photo] W. T. CHARLES.[photo] MEAD & CHARLES. "Goods well bought are half sold." Emblazoned like the trade mark of truth on an imperishable coat of arms, this motto tells in simple language the secret of the success which has attended the operations of the grocery firm of Mead & Charles. For six years the firm of Mead & Charles has proclaimed this motto. The labels on the goods carried by the house tell the story to an audience of customers representing the most appreciative public of Woodstock. On such world famous brands as the Monarch of Reid, Murdoch & Co. and the Heinz varieties the" reputation of the house has been built. The Mead & Charles grocery and china store has a superb location in the Sherman block, a stock of goods concentrated in convenient form, a prompt delivery service, an original and trade winning system of billing goods, an unrivaled exclusive line of plain and fancy bakery goods, a specially well organized vegetable department—all insuring a volume of business which entails fresh importations each day. Put in plain figures, the record of the house shows an increase of 41 per cent in volume of business over last year, and a like percentage over the year before. The machinery of the house consists of a force of five men and two delivery wagons. The personality of the men at the head, Mr. 0. G. Mead and Mr. W. T. Charles, is alive with ideas of building up business by the most liberal methods. Mr. Mead has been all his life in the commercial line. Mr. Charles was formerly in the railroad business. Both are natives of MeHenry county. They believe thoroughly in the need of constant study in order to solve commercial problems as they arise. They are the kind of men Woodstock wants as permanent leaders of trade. H. B. MEDLAR Medlar's studio is probably the oldest in the State of Illinois. It is certainly the oldest and the most famous in this section, being founded by H. B. Medlar's father, John S. Medlar, half a century ago. H. B. Medlar, who must inherit his father's ability, is one of the best photographers in the country and recognized as such by this fraternity and the public. His gallery work is the equal of the best Chicago portraiture, the posing, retouching and general ensemble of his pictures being most artistic and magnetic. Mr. Medlar was born and raised in Woodstock, and one would think (to look at his work) that he had been a photographer all his life. But he has only been at the business six years. Mr. Medlar is a man of fine physique and an accomplished all round artist. He is one of the most popular men in Woodstock. The many fine portraits that appear in this edition are largely his work. H. B. MEDLAR.[PHOTO] ATTORNEY V. S. LUMLEY'S RESIDENCE.[photo] 4 WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. JOHN NORDLAND.[photo] John Nordland purchased the Woodstock Steam Laundry December 21, 1903. He came to Woodstock from Racine, Wis., and is one the best and most practical laundrymen in this section of the state. His plant is well equipped with modern machinery and Mr. Nordland contemplates putting in more machines at an early date. The Woodstock Steam Laundry gives employment to 10 persons, and is one of the busy plants of Woodstock. Since Mr. Nordland came here he has built up a good business and has demonstrated that he can satisfy the most fastidious. Mr. Nordland was born in Sweden and came to America in 1885. If any one in Woodstock deserves success it is Mr. Nordland, and that he will continue in business here is the wish of his many friends and customers. F. J. SCHEOEDER.[PHOTO] More than one quarter of a century's experience in business, the first period being passed in Germany, is the foundation of the success of Woodstock's leading merchant tailor, who has just now reached his twenty-first year of active life, F. J. Sehroeder. Coming to the United States in 1882 from Schwerin, Mr. Sehroeder settled in Woodstock one year later, having had seven years of thorough training in the tailoring business. It only took seven years of earnest work in Woodstock to so establish Mr. Sehroeder in the confidence of our citizens as to enable him to start in business for himself, which he did in 1890. From this point he climbed upward, not only building up a business but building up a reputation all over McHenry county. Today sees him the proprietor of a handsome building—known as the Schroeder block, the headquarters of the leading tailoring concern in the city. Mr. Sehroeder sets the styles in Woodstock and the best dressed merchants, professional men and citizens are his patrons. Keeping from three to four men employed all the year round, Mr. Sehroeder nevertheless does all his own cutting, and is now, as he always has been, an enthusiastic worker at the bench. He believes in doing all the work at home and sends none of it away. He is always ready to help and foster any movement of a progressive nature and thus he has the respect and esteem of his fellow citizens. His popularity rests on the surest of all foundations, honorable business principles, a liberal policy and loyalty to his home town. M. N. WIEN. [PHOTO] Ten years of constant study of the wants of his patrons, of honorable business dealings, and close attention to the markets—this is the record of M. N. Wien, the clothing, dry goods and shoe merchant. A description of Mr. Wien's Store shows an interior arranged with an eye to the artistic. Every foot of space is utilized to the best advantage, yet in such a manner that the large stock, representing in round figures some $15,000, does not overcrowd the premises, but shows off to splendid advantage all the fickle fads and fancies of the dry goods, the lingerie and the draperies, the furnishings and the trappings, representing the looms and factories of the world. The main floor is in fact a picture of modern storekeeping, while the basement carries the surplus. Economy of arrangement is one of the features of Mr. Wien's ability and shows him to be a graduate in the school of dry goods and clothing. His patrons are impressed with the fact that he is always on the "qui vive" for their interests and that they reap the benefit of the proprietor's ability to buy at close figures. Mr. Wien came to the United States at the age of 18. The capital he brought with him consisted in a large stock of energy and determination to win. He spent four years in Syracuse, N. Y., coming from there to Chicago, then to Burlington, Wis., and finally to Woodstock. In all he has had twelve years' experience in his line. Mr. Wien affiliates with the Oddfellows, and though modest in regard to his own accomplishments he is considered by his many patrons and customers as well as by his fellow merchants as a good man for Woodstock. Practical in the best sense of the word he is a type of the liberal self-made merchant. C. L. REICHMUTH. Those whom society delights to honor are the men who in making their own way in the world have lent a helping hand to those around them, and who refuse to bow down before the wooden juggernaut of the almighty dollar. This seems to us to be the working and business principle of C. L. Reichmuth, dealer in furniture and undertaking. Mr. Reiehmuth came to Woodstock five years ago last November from the garden of America, the state of Wisconsin. By taking hold of the business oar by the smooth handle he has been able to steer his commercial bark into prosperous waters and by skilful management has avoided the shoals on which many a man makes business shipwreck. Mr. Beichmuth carries an up-to-date and valuable stock of furniture, and was among the first of the licensed embalmers of the state. He studied embalming for a number of years, graduating in 1898 from the Champion College of Embalming. Mr. Reichmuth had a very narrow escape in early youth from becoming a baker, as his father, grandfather and great grandfather followed that trade, our subject being the first in four generations to follow another calling. He was born in Belvidere, Ill., but spent his life in Ripon, Wis. Mr. Reichmuth has that valuable business quality, the gift of an even temperament. His civic ideals are on a high level. He affiliates with the Masons, and is a member of St. Mark's Lodge, No. 63, as well as the Maccabees, the National Union, and the Modern Union of America. V. E. JONES. To picture the business activity of a city properly it is but right to choose the leading representative firms in each line. In sending forth broadcast this industrial review of Woodstock the Sentinel may well point to the business of V. E. Jones as illustrating a higher type than can be usually found of the horseman. It is as a lover of horses that Mr. Jones is known. His livery stable, built by himself in a splendidly elevated location, is a natural home for horses. It is two stories and measures 32x100 feet in dimensions, is well ventilated and has all modern conveniences. Here eleven head of horses are kept, both boarders and livery stock. Mr. Jones has the oldest livery business in Woodstock and has a fine record of thirty-one years of active business life here. He was born twenty miles east of Buffalo, and came here fifty-one years ago. Though 57 years of age he carries his years like a man of 45, and is still as always, an enthusiastic whip. Mr. Jones has a reputation far and wide for his kindness and care of horses, and he has built up his business on this solid foundation. For twelve years he served as a public officer in the capacity of constable for the township of Dorr. His home is situated adjacent to his stables, where he enjoys life to the full, having in his eyes and features the health and vitality that are the heritage of a vigorous out-door life. TODD SEMINARY FOE BOYS. "My strength is as the strength of ten, Because my heart is pure." This was the motto I read in the tree fringed sky line above the romantic looking buildings of the Todd Seminary for Boys, as I turned to look at the place once more, after an inspection of it one cold February day. Here in the most picturesque nook of McHenry county, far removed from the madding crowd, quarter of a mile from the town of Woodstock, Illinois, remote from noise and smoke, is a manufacturing plant for the production of chivalry. The principal of the Todd Seminary, Mr. Noble Hill, is the Sir Galahad, who furnishes the motive power. The boys themselves constitute the material and the product, the labor and the capital of the institution. This is not a collective aggregation of boys, but a careful selection of fifty individual youngsters—boys ranging from the ages of five and six to fourteen. The Todd standard or plan of educating boys is over half a century old. The seminary was founded by Dr. Todd fifty-six years ago. When Mr. Hill took charge he perfected the plan, and nowadays the Todd Standard is recognized as the "ultima thule" of education. In the first place Mr. Hill selects his pupils by a process of elimination. Out of hundreds of applications he accepts only the best material. The adoption of a limit of 50 boys makes of the Seminary (what it is intended it should be) a united family, comprising teachers and pupils. There is a common esprit da corps, a common goal. The teachers and boys are fellow-workers toward that goal. Here home character is readily formed, because home ideals prevail throughout, studies and reading become a delight, because there is nothing stereotyped, and the rules and regulations governing work and play are rational. The Todd Seminary has six acres of beautiful ground, a baseball field, twenty acres of woodland, gymnasium, tennis lawns and other external aids to education. It has a staff of teachers who are young, vigorous, and athletic, fine examples of the manly life. In this ideal school no influence is neglected that contributes to the making of a perfect home as well. The presiding genius TODD SEMINARY [PHOTO] RESIDENCE OF NOBLE HILL [PHOTO] WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. 5 of the home, is Mrs. Hill, the wife of the principal, who is supported by a corps of efficient helpers in her department. This gracious little lady looks after the health and comfort of every member of her numerous family, giving to each all the mothering that is good for him and receiving in return a universal tribute of love and respect. But one must go there to find out what is the secret of the school's success. It is impossible to describe it. One thing is certain, one leaves the Seminary in a totally different state of being from that in which one enters it. A single visit is enough to recall the best in a man's past life, and his purest ideals. Face to face with Mr. Hill one must recognize in him a tremendous power for good, a magnetism like that of the late Professor Drummond, a magnetism which was able to draw out the very best that was in his companions. And Mr. Hill makes companions of all his pupils. Perchance there lies the secret of his success. He has certainly lifted the idea of education out of its traditional mercenary rut and placed the "school" on a level with the highest ideals of "home" life. Alfred Gordon. SOCIAL LIFE. There is, probably, no city twice the size of Woodstock that has as many social and literary clubs as has this city. All have large memberships and are active in the work allotted each individual organization. WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. Home of The Oliver Typewriter and of The Todd Seminary For Boys. (Continued From Page 1.) pounds of-butter are produced annually than is produced in any county in the State of Ilinois; or, putting the statement in another way, there is three times as much butter produced here as in any other county and seven times as much as in any county in central or southern Illinois. There are more creameries in McHenry County than in any other county and no other county receives a higjier average price for dairy products. The county has 30,000 cows, from which 2,000,000 pounds of butter and over 200,000,000 pounds of milk are sold annually, bringing in to the farmers a revenue of between three and one-half and four million dollars annually from these two products alone. This comes to the farmer in monthly installments, so that he has ready money to use every month in the year. Notwithstanding the enormity of the above figures in comparison with other dairy sections, a careful study of an abstract of the assessors' returns show conclusively that not only 2,000,000 pounds, but over 4,000,000 pounds of butter are produced in McHenry County each year, which places the county far in advance of all other counties in the State in value and importance of dairy products. The live stock interests of the county are also of great importance and stand close to the dairy interests. The poultry and egg business is another industry that adds much to the wealth of the county. In the crops raised grain of all kinds are products, it being a natural hay and grain country. Corn is the staple crop, 100,000 acres being devoted to this crop alone. Oats is second in importance and some wheat is raised. It can be readily seen that Woodstock is situated in a rich section. Its advantages are manifest and with the spirit of the people as index to character there is no more ideal place in the land to reside. Situated on the highest point in the state, the climate is delightful in the heated summer months, there being no occasion to go to the mountains" or to a summer resort. As a fact summer resorts abound in large numbers at her very doors, the city being situated in a nest of lakes on whose banks are dotted handsome cottages and hotels. Woodstock might be properly called the Forest City, inasmuch as its streets are shaded with trees whose branches reach out and meet on either side and form, a perfect bower. One of the prides of the city is its schools. There are no better public schools in the state than here. Todd's Seminary, a select school for boys, is also located here. The churches, too, are all excellent buildings and reflect the public spirit of the people. In the residences there is doubtless no town twice or three times its size in the state that can boast of as many fine domiciles. There are not just two or three or even a score of fine residences, but there are hundreds of them. The residences of the city are always the subject for much commendation by strangers. J. H. FORMAN. The heroes of the twentieth century are the self-made men of the country. There is no phrase in all literature so inspiring and full of encouragement to the younger generation as the expression "a self-made man." With his foot on the bottom rung of the ladder, but with his eye ever on the top, and an iron will to succeed—this is a pen picture of the career of J. H. For-man of Woodstock. Mr. Forman's business is one of the most interesting and at the same time one of the most important in the city. He has the exclusive sale of the newspaper service and by prompt, efficient methods he has built the business up from very little to an enterprise of large scope. Mr. Forman's store is also the headquarters for the handling of railroad tickets. A specialty is also made of fine cigars, tobaccos and confectionery. The success of the business has come from the active, earnest application of brains and hands. Mr. Forman started the business over seven years ago and today he owns his building, besides other real estate in Woodstock. A year ago he erected a handsome residence, one of the substantial homes for which Woodstock is famous. The subject of this sketch is a member of the Modern Woodmen and the Knights of the Globe. He has earned a well deserved popularity among all classes. In his business, Mr. Forman is assisted by his son, G. T. Forman, who, by the way, is treasurer of the National Union. THOMAS JACOBS.[photo] Tobacco is one of God's gifts to man, and, when rightly used and manufactured into high grade stock, carries in its train none of those evil effects that pessimists talk of. Poets, authors, philosophers and preachers of every age and every nation have sung the praises of the fragrant weed, and among the worshippers at the shrine of Lady Nicotine have been such men as Goethe, Carlyle and Henry Ward Beecher. In these times every up-to-date city has its representative tobacco manufacturer, and for the last five and one-half years Woodstock has had the advantage of the active presence of a cigar man with an experience of thirty years in the business. We refer to Thomas Jacobs, whose famous motto "smoke in this world, not in the next," is worthy of a place alike in halls of learning and marts of commerce. Thomas Jacobs has the distinction of being the only representative of his line in Woodstock. Take the Woodstock man, be he merchant, professional man or mechanic, and put him next to a Dilpoma, a Typewriter, a Turnpike, a Light Draft, or a Lucky Leaf, and his enjoyment is complete. These are Mr. Jacobs' special brands and they are also Woodstock's favorites. It was a good day for Woodstock when Mr. Jacobs located here. He was born in Toronto, Canada. His long residence in Woodstock has given him a wide acquaintance, and he has been able to build up a valuable wholesale and retail trade. Mr. Jacobs affiliates with the Oddfellows, the Maccabees, the Modern Woodmen, the National Union and the Rebeccas. His business is one that promotes sociability and good feeling among men, and he is himself genial, public spirited and a general favorite with his many patrons and customers. MALTE SCHWABE. [photo] Among the self-made business men of Woodstock, whose genius for hard work has brought him success and prosperity is the proprietor of the only exclusive jewelry store in the city, Malte Schwabe. When Malte Schwabe came to Woodstock seven years ago he had practically no capital. Today he is owner and proprietor of a substantial brick building 50x18 feet in dimensions and a stock of jewelry valued at several thousand dollars. He has built up one of the best jewelry trades in this part of Illinois, and has as his customers the leading business men of Woodstock. To find the reason of Mr. Schwabe's success and ability to gain business one must go back across the waters to the city of Stralsund, Germany, and reckon with the years of apprenticeship Mr. Schwabe spent fitting himself as a master jeweler. He could have no higher diploma than this four years' apprenticeship. Mr. Schwabe has been an American citizen for eight years, he having worked one year in Chicago before coming to Woodstock. He is an honored member of the Royal Arcanum and the National Union and deservedly popular with all classes. CHURCHES. One of the first things that attracts the attention of the stranger in the city is the number of churches in Woodstock. Nearly every denomination is represented, and with but one or two exceptions every church is blessed with a large congregation and membership. Woodstock is a church-going town, which speaks well for the morality of the place. J. H. FORMAN. 6 WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. WOODSTOCK DEY GOODS CO. During the past few months the people of Woodstock have been treated to a delightful glimpse of modern store-keeping methods by the transformation that has taken place in the arrangements of the Woodstock Dry Goods Company, due to the advent of W. F. Weaver. The change, which is of course now familiar to everyone in Woodstock, was made in order to bring the store up to the standard required by a growing city. The Woodstock Dry Goods Company is one of a syndicate of stores owned by the Potter and McAllister syndicate, owners of 13 establishments in Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Unlike most combinations, which in these days are formed for the purpose of forcing higher values, this combination's chief asset consists in its ability to lower prices, and as it does a business of more than a quarter of a million annually, it is able to underbuy any single store in the country. This great chain or series of stores is under the supervision of 13 managing partners, who visit the markets every Monday and hold a conference that day in Chicago. They are naturally in close touch with the various heads of the wholesale houses, and have for example the largest retail account with Marshall Field & Co. of any concern in the west. In this way they are the first to get the newest importations. Mr. Weaver, who is one of the managing partners, has been with the syndicate many years, managing and developing some of their best stores. His up-to-date methods can be seen by the handsome interior display of the Woodstock Dry Goods Co. and the price tickets which appear on all goods offered for sale. The Sentinel has nothing but good wishes for this progressive concern. W. P. WEAVER.[photo] THE OLIVER SHAVING PARLORS. The Oliver Shaving Parlors of Woodstock opened for business on the 19th day of August, 1903, in the new Swamb Block on Benton street, and opened the eyes of every man in Woodstock to the fact that here was indeed a metropolitan barber shop the equal of any shop in Chicago and superior to anything in northern Illinois. The accompanying picture shows the handsome interior of the parlors with its fixtures of golden oak, its massive hydraulic leather chairs, three in number, its attractive and novel revolving cup case, its modern bathrooms, and its polished mirrors—all denoting a tonsorial establishment arranged regardless of expense. The proprietor of this palatial barber shop is W. C. Black, one of the popular business men of our city. He has had fifteen years' experience in his business and has worked in Woodstock for six years. He was born in Bates county, Missouri, and wis raised in Pike county, Illinois. Mr. Black has the reputation of paying the highest wages to his employes of any shop in the State. This fact, together with his popularity with the great army of men employed by the Oliver Typewriter Co. and also with the merchants of Woodstock, has built for him a valuable business, and one which sets the standard for cities five times the size of Woodstock. INTERIOR OF OLIVER SHAVING PARLORS.[photo] HOY'S PHARMACY. Hoy's Pharmacy is a "household word" in Woodstock, and has been for more than 30 years. F. A. Daniels has been the popular manager for a number of years, the proprietor, as is well known, being Mr. Luman T. Hoy, the president of the Woodstock Sentinel Company, and recently appointed by President Roosevelt as Appraiser for the Port of Chicago. Hoy's Pharmacy is undoubtedly the leading drug store in Woodstock, and a familiar rendezvous and headquarters. The beautiful interior view here presented is the photographic work of M. G. Tripp. INTERIOR OP EMIL ARNOLD'S OFFICE. [photo] EMIL ARNOLD. Emil Arnold was born in Cook county, Illinois, May 18, 1856, and moved to Woodstock, Ill., in 1861. He was a student at Todd's Saminary while a boy, and also attended the public school of this city. After completing a business course at college he entered the employ of Mr. E. E. Richards in the abstract office, in which firm he became a partner. His early training in this business made him familiar with the records of this county, and he is at the present time considered one of the best and most reliable business men in this part of the State. Mr. Arnold is progressive, reliable and thorough in his business affairs and has the confidence of those who trust their business to his judgment and ability. He is now serving his third term as President of the Board of Education of his city and was a member of the City Council for twelve years. He is considered an expert on special assessments for municipal improvements, having spread special assessments for water works in many of the cities in the adjoining counties. He is a member of almost all of the clubs and societies of the city and always interested in the welfare and prosperity of his home city, which he has done so much to improve. Mr. Arnold has one of the finest offices in the city and is doing a very prosperous business. E. B. LOSEE.[photo] One of the most recent recruits to enter the commercial ranks of Woodstock and to take his place at the head of a most important division of the business of our city is E. B. Losee. E. B. Losee, the successor to the important business of F. W. Street has long since won his epaulets as a captain of commerce, and the new responsibility he acquires in shouldering the management of the South Side Clothing & Furnishing Store will be no burden to him but will rest gracefully upon him. Mr. Losee has been left with high legacy, a great trust to maintain, the carrying out of those principles of sound business honor inaugurated by Mr. Street and followed by Mr. Losee himself during nine years. There is something fascinating about the atmosphere of Mr. Losee's store—whether it is the one price principle, or the fact that all prices are plainly marked, or the brisk, genial manner of the proprietor, sooth to say the store attracts custom and patronage from far and near. Mr. Losee belongs both by birthright and training to the strenuous body guard of young men who have, the making of modern present-day Woodstock in their hands. For he was born and raised in Woodstock, educated in Woodstock and has the Woodstock push and energy. Send a copy of this Illustrated Industrial Prospectus of Woodstock to some of your friends. It may have the effect of interesting someone in locating here. WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. 7 INTERIOR OF A. D. OSBORN'S HARDWARE STORE.[photo] A. DWIGHT OSBORN. The leading hardware store and most picturesquely arranged is that of A. Dwight Osborn. It consists of two floors and a basement, a total floor space of 4,400 square feet. This is the headquarters for all kinds of shelf and heavy hardware, the upper floor being devoted to chinaware and toys, which at Christmas time is the most popular bazaar in town. In the rear of the upper floor is a large tin shop and a plumbing shop is in the basement. These last two departments constitute the Woodstock Heating and Plumbing Company, of which Mr. Osborn is the head. The Woodstock Heating and Plumbing Company has been in operation for three years and employs some twelve mechanics. Mr. Osborn has the largest business of any house in Woodstock, and has been actively engaged in the hardware line for six years. His first business was that of a grocer, and for some time he was proprietor of the best and most exclusive grocery in Oak Park, at the corner of Oak Park avenue and South boulevard. Woodstock, however, is his old home. Mr. Osborn has always worked hard for his city and served in a public capacity with credit to himself and his town. SCHUETT & SCHAAF. Schuett & Schaaf, dealers in agricultural implements, buggies, road wagons, etc., began business as a firm in November, 1902. Both members of the firm are live, progressive business men. They have built up a very substantial business all over the county. In addition to the articles already enumerated they carry a fine line of surreys and sell a number of automobiles each year. The firm consists of P. G. Schuett and C. H. Schaaf. Mr. Schuett was affiliated with F. W. Buell in the feed business for eleven years, and has made his home in Woodstock since 1873. In March, 1899, he was elected alderman of the North ward, to fill a vacancy till 1900. Since then he was re-elected twice without any opposition, an evidence both of his popularity and ability. In the City Council he is chairman of the Finance Committee and a careful conserver of the city's rights. Mr. Schuett is president of the German Lutheran Church organization. Mr. Schaaf was born and brought up on a farm, and his large acquaintance with McHenry County farmers is a valuable asset to the firm. F. G. SCHUETT. [photo] M. G. TRIPP. M. G. Tripp, one of Woodstock's photographers, and to whose skill, many of the interior views in this edition must be credited, is one of the successful men of Woodstock. Mr. Tripp has given many years to the study of photography, and he has succeeded in building up a large business, having patrons all over McHenry county. Personally Mr. Tripp is obliging and courteous and has the knack of making and keeping friends. A. S. WRIGHT. A. S. Wright is one of the pioneer druggists of McHenry county, and has been in the drug business here for thirty-eight years. His store is the largest in Woodstock and a popular head quarters with the public and the medical fraternity. Mr. Wright was born in New York state, and enlisted in the Twenty-second New York Cavalry at 15 years of age. He was penitentiary commissioner under Governor Fifer and on the board of trustees at the Elgin Insane Asylum under Governor Tanner. He is now a member of the State Board of Charities. Mr. Wright is a member of the council of administration of the G. A. R. of the department of Illinois. He was secretary of the McHenry County Fair Association for twelve years, and as such did a splendid service to his home county and city. For a number of years Mr. Wright has been a trustee of the Congregational church. In every respect he is a man of solid integrity and firm purpose and one of Woodstock's best business men. INTERIOR OF A. S. WRIGHT'S DRUG STORE. [photo] G. W. CONN, JR. George W. Conn, Jr., County Superintendent of Schools, was born in Richmond, Illinois, May 31, 1870. His family moved to Hebron in 1872. After graduating from the high school in 1885 Mr. Conn taught in the district schools for two years, meanwhile taking a course in the Chicago Business College. He also attended a summer session of the Bushnell Normal School. He was principal of the Cary public schools for two years (1890-91), of the Hebron public schools for three years (1892-95), and then attended the University of Chicago for one year. In conjunction with his father and F. N. Torrance, Mr. Conn established the Bank of Hebron, and was cashier of the same for three years. He was elected county superintendent of schools, McHenry county, in 1902, prior to which he had served as principal of the Richmond schools for two years. C. F. THORNE & SON. C. F. Thorne & Son represent one of the time-honored business firms of Woodstock. It is the leading firm for fashionable clothing, gents' furnishings, hats and men's and ladies' fine shoes. C. F. Thorne purchased the business twenty years ago from E. C. Jewett. Mr. Thorne made his son, W. S., a partner on the 1st of March this year. C. F. Thorne was born in Vermont and came west twenty years ago. His son, W. S. Thorne, is also a product of the East, but grew up to manhood in Woodstock, coming here with his parents at the age of three. He is a member of the Masonic order, Mr. Thorne, senior, affiliating with the Odd Fellows. C. F. Thorne & Son occupy one of the finest locations in Woodstock, next door to the post office. They have the exclusive sale of the goods of Hart, Schaffner & Marx. They also take orders for merchant tailoring and are in every respect worthy of the large amount of confidence reposed in them. PUBLIC SPIRIT RULES. Woodstock is, pre-eminently, a city of culture and refinement. Its people are broad-minded, are liberal in their views, and, while polities play a prominent part in all state and national elections, there is no factionalism In municipal affairs and the city administration is invariably composed of men of both of the great political faiths, regardless of party, the main requirement being that a man must be selected for his eminent fitness for the place rather than. because he is a representative of any one party or faction. Public spirit dominates every channel of life in Woodstock. When it comes to a question of promoting the city's best interests all factions, can be seen harmoniously working together. INTERIOR OF C. F. THORNE & SON'S STORE. [photo] 8 WOODSTOCK SENTINEL SUPPLEMENT. W. A. VOLTZ.[photo] THE MODEL BARGAIN STORE. Rome was not built in a day, nor are such institutions as the Model Bargain Store the creation of an hour. They are the result of years of careful study. The people of Woodstock are indebted to Mr. W. A. Voltz, proprietor of the Model Bargain Store, for inaugurating a new era in the shopping methods of Woodstock—the cash system of selling. The Model Bargain Store is the only store of its kind in Woodstock. A department store in the best sense, it is filled with a valuable stock of goods worth $8,000, representing dry goods, carpets, hardware, crockery, clothing, house furnishings and furniture of all kinds, and so displayed and arranged that everything is seen at a glance and shopping becomes a pleasure. Mr. Voltz has won success in Woodstock in one year's time. He is a Chicago business man and broad in his ideas; was born near Chicago, and for five years had a hardware and implement business in Nunda. Seeing an opening in Woodstock, he seized the opportunity. It should be stated that the Model Bargain Store is the only store in town having a frontage on the two main streets of Woodstock. Mr. Voltz is a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and is popular with his many patrons. M. SHERMAN & SONS. That life best lends itself to scrutiny and judgment which is lived not for self, but for humanity, which has regarded the benefit of the human race rather than the exploiting of the individual, and which has not ambition but aspiration for its motive. Such a life is that of M. Sherman, head and founder of the house of M. Sherman & Sons. Mr. Sherman was born in New York, came to Woodstock 52 years ago, founded his present business in 1866 and from small beginnings by thrift and good management erected in 1893 the most substantial business block in the city on the most valuable corner of the city's retail center. Mr. Sherman is the dean of the business men of Woodstock, and the business he presides over is a credit to the city, being the leading jewelry house, with a stock valued at $15,000, comprising diamonds, watches, clocks, jewelry, fine imported china ware, all kinds of musical instruments, cameras and the various articles usually found in metropolitan houses. In the early seventies Mr. Sherman invented the cable and exhibited at that time in his windows the device which years afterward was patented by another. Inventing and the collection of curios has been a lifelong hobby of Mr. Sherman's, and one corner of his store is a veritable Old Curiosity Shop, full of valuable curiosities from all parts of the world. In 1903 Mr. Sherman took into partnership his two sons, L. P. and C. V., young men of fine intellectual attainments, the former a graduate of the Johnston Optical Institute and the Northern Illinois College of Ophthalmology and Otology and the latter a graduate of the Elgin College of Horology, Engraving and Optics. This event marks a new era in the history of the house. Mr. Sherman, senior, though often urged to be a candidate for public office, has always successfully resisted all efforts of his friends in that direction, pursuing the even tenor of his way, making lasting and life-long friends in business and in social life. He has never made money making his goal, but has been rather a seeker after truth, and taken his pleasure in digging out the secrets of science and nature. Yet he has made a competence, owning the entire Sherman block, the finest in Woodstock, and building up a notable business known throughout the length and breadth of the county. C. V. SHERMAN [photo] M. SHERMAN [photo] L. F. SHERMAN [photo]. S. W. PERKINS.[photo]. S. W. Perkins, proprietor of the Woodstock Tailoring Company, established his business here last March. He has made arrangements to occupy handsome quarters on the south side of the square in the Opera House block, measuring 60x18 feet, and with a handsome plate glass front. Mr. Perkins was born and raised in the tailoring business, his father and grandfather being tailors before him. He therefore inherits his ability for making clothes. Mr. Perkins has built up a valuable business here, many of our leading citizens being his patrons. He hails originally from London, England, but came to Woodstock from Chicago. He is a member of the Royal Arcanum of Woodstock, and has made a pronounced success in business and won popularity and favor. THE STANDARD VISIBLE WRITER. OLIVER Typewriter. The Oliver Record Has Never Been Equaled ART CATALOGUE FREE THE OLIVER TYPEWRITER COMPANY Works: WOODSTOCK General Offices: CHICAGO Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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