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SEIFRIED - ADAIR WEDDING
Jul 1929 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Their many Clinton friends will be interested to learn of the marriage of Miss Margaret Adair and Reinhold Seifried, which took place at the home of the bride's parents on South Main Street, Wednesday at 2 o'clock. Only immediate relatives were present. The marriage was solemnized by Rev. J. R. Blythe, the ring ceremony being used. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clay Adair, and is a graduate of the Clinton High School and of Stephens College in Columbia. She has also attended Washington University in St. Louis. After completing her college work, she taught in the Clinton school for one year, and for two years in the St. Louis public schools. She is now employed as a supervisor with the Children's Aid Society, of St. Louis. Mr. Seifried is a son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Seifried, North Third Street; is a graduate of the Clinton high school and of the engineering department of the University of Missouri. He now holds an excellent position as electrical engineer with the Century Electric Company in St. Louis. They left immediately after the ceremony for a wedding trip to the Ozarks and will be at home after August 1, at 5582 Waterman Boulevard, St. Louis, Mo. The Eye extends best wishes.
SEIFRIED, JACOB ENTERS SOLDIER'S HOME
Nov 26 1898 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Uncle Jacob Seifried, who will be 84 the first of January, left this week for the Soldier's Home in Leavenworth, Kansas where he will remain about six months and have his left arm put back in place again. He is a vigorous old gentleman who can count his friends by the legion.
SEIFRIED OPENS THE SENATE BAR
May 1892 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Last Saturday afternoon, Wm. J. Seifried threw open the doors of "The Senate" bar and wine rooms to a large constituency. He has indeed fitted up an elegant resort, the handiwork of himself, brother Jake, Wm. Langerhans and Jack Lawson; the latter two giving form to Wm. J.'s imaginative genus in an interlocked panel design in oak, which harmonizes perfectly with the other fixtures.
SEIFRIED, W. J. TO CELEBRATE 89TH BIRTHDAY
Jan 1933 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Has Spent Many Years of Usefulness in Clinton - Was the First to Bring the Art of Interior Decorating Here - The thread has unwound from the spool of life for W. J. Seifried, 502 North Third street, until on January 13, 1933, it will average 89 years. The tapestry into which this thread has been woven, speaks of many interesting experiences and of wholesome living. William J. Seifried was born February 13, 1844, in Pittsburg, Penn., and four years later moved with his parents to St. Louis, where he grew to young manhood, working with his father in a shoe store, then decided to take up interior decorating as his life's vocation. At the age of 17, he was enlisted in the Federal army, and went to Springfield serving under General Lyons. He was in General Seigle's regiment when they moved to Vicksburg, but became ill, with Southern fever and was allowed to return home on his promise that he would enter a Federal enrollment office in St. Louis. This he did. His splendid Spencerian handwriting was on many of the documents and letters which went out from that office, and until the close of the war he worked for General Frank P. Blair. Mr. Seifried was twice married, both wives dying. In 1868, he came to Missouri to visit his cousins, John and Miss Kate Drach, and liked it so well here that he remained. March 13, 1890, he married Miss Emma Volkman, who was a seamstress boarding in Clinton. They were married at the home of the Presbyterian minister, Rev. Ware. They went to housekeeping in the large home where they now reside. Mr. and Mrs. Seifried have four children, Winfred W., who lives in the house adjoining; Miss Alberta, employed with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company in Kansas City; Louis at the Booth Hatchery, and Reinhold Seifried, employee of the Century Electric Company of St. Louis. When Mr. Seifried first came to Clinton, he entered into the hotel business, operating what was known as the Heckler house located on the east side of the square, where the Elsner building now is. He was the first to introduce the real art of interior decorating to Clinton, for he had learned the trade well in St. Louis. The old Salmon home which was destroyed about a year ago, on the corner of Green and Fourth streets, had a portion of its walls covered with silk paper which had been imported from China, put on by Mr. Seifried. Always of a jovial disposition, and with a well rounded character, Mr. Seifried has made many friends. He is home-loving, and makes those about him happy. He has been ever liked to read and keep up the latest topics, and even though his sight is not so good, he finds the daily newspapers and Pathfinder of interest. In his earlier years, his was a master touch with a violin, and he has furnished many enjoyable hours for his friends and family. Mr. Seifried has a sweet and kindly helpmate, and the two have been happy and congenial, knowing how to make a home. He also has a sister, Mrs. Hartzfelt, who lives with her daughter, Mrs. Kate Taylor on North Fourth street.
SETTLES, William P. Invents Land Roller
Aug 20 1887 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
William P. Settles has invented a land roller which seems to be about what the farmers have long been in need. It is made in three sections, of three feet each, suitable for rolling three rows of corn at one time, or can be changed to roll two rows of older corn, by taking out the middle roller and closing the frame. Mr. Settles will have one on exhibit at the county fair.
SHOBE - CAMPBELL Wedding
On Thursday evening, Jan. 2nd, the home of John D. Burris and wife, 3 miles east of Clinton, was the scene of a happy wedding, when Miss Sadie M. Campbell was married to Uel Shobe. The wedding ceremony took place at 7:30 in the parlor, which was decorated with pink carnations and pink and white crepe ribbons. While Mrs. John Peckinpaugh played the wedding march Rev. A. N. Lindsey, pastor of the First Christian church at Clinton, lead the way to a canopy made of white bells and pink ribbons. He was followed by the ring bearer, Catherine, the little daughter of Dr. Wm. R. Campbell and wife. The groom and his bride entered together. The bride looked lovely in a beautiful dress of taupe grey satin and carried a boquet of white roses. The marriage ceremony was impressive and beautiful and was especially prepared for the occasion by Rev. Lindsey, who has been a friend of this young couple for many years. At the conclusion of the ceremony congratulations were extended. The guests were then asked to observe an old colonial custom – each person signed the marriage certificate, while the minister and the bride and groom witnessed the signatures. Dr. Wm. R. Campbell, of Clinton, and Dr. A. J. Campbell, of Sedalia, brothers of the bride, presided at an elegant three course dinner, which had been prepared by Mrs. John Burris, the only sister of the bride. Each guest was allowed to cut the bride’s cake. Miss Grace Burris received the dime, Dr. A. J. Campbell, of Sedalia, the darning needle and Mrs. A. N. Lindsey the ring. Miss Campbell is the youngest daughter of the late A. W. Campbell and wife, is well known and loved in this community. She is a graduate of the high school in Clinton and of the State Normal at Warrensburg, and has done special work at Missouri State University. Mr. Shobe is the only son of Charles Shobe and wife, east of Clinton. He is a prosperous and popular young man who is worthy of this chosen bride. Mr. and Mrs. Shobe received many beautiful presents. They left on the Flyer and will visit places of interest in the East. On their return they will be at home to their friends in their country home, 3 miles east of Clinton.
SICKMAN, William - For Sale
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - March 7 1913
80 Acre farm, one mile to town, 8 Room house, Barn and Cow Barn and all other out Buildings cheap at $90 Per Acre. - Wm. Sickman, Owner
SKINNER - WHITE Wedding
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - January 24 1913
The following clipping from the St. Johns, Michigan paper, tells a story that will be pleasing news to the many friends in this community, of one of the parties, and all will heartily unite extending congratulations and good wishes to the happy couple. "Married in St. Johns, Michigan, Dec. 23, 1912 by Rev. Matt Mulien, John Fremont Skinner and Lillian Leonne White Mr. Skinner is one of St. Johns prominent citizens, living there for many years. Mrs. L. L. White was a Montrose, Missouri resident for many years, and still holds the place dear unto her heart."
SLACK FAMILY REUNION
1932 - Clinton Daily Democrat, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Slack, east of Calhoun, have been enjoying a family reunion with all their children home for the week-end and many guests for a delectable dinner served at their hospitale home February 7. The children are: Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Slack of Bronx, New York; the former has not been home for eight years and this is the first visit his wife has made to Missouri. Mr. Slack has a lucrative position with the contracting firm in New York, which recently completed the George Washington bridge, the largest single span in the world, located on the upper end of Manhattan Island. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Small, of Pittsburg, Kans., Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Stacy of Maryville, Mo., and Miss Helen Slack of Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Slack and Mrs. Stacy will accompany Mrs. Small to her Pittsburg Home Thursday and then the entire party expect to spend the week-end in Kansas City with Miss Slack.
SLACK, Henry - 90 Years Old
1933 - Clinton Daily Democrat, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Judge Henry Slack of Calhoun, 90 Years Old - Makes Daily Visits to His Insurance Office - Has Served As Justice of Peace for 40 Years - An Interesting Character: Forty years as a justice of the peace at Calhoun, Mo., has given Judge Henry Slack an insight into human nature, for he has united many young people in marriage. He says that modesty in young women is rare today. The blushing, shrinking bride is a thing of the past. He is rich in experience, as he was 90 years old January 5th. The tall, well built frame of Mr. Slack has carried the weight of the years well, and he can boast of something which a great many cannot at the age of 60. With the exception of one or two jaw teeth, he has all of his own teeth, for he says, I have to have them so I can eat. He sees well although his left eye is sightless as a result of a flying splinter piercing the eyeball when he was chopping wood 60 years ago. He has glasses, but seldom uses them in his reading or writing, and he does a great deal of it now, for each day he goes to his insurance office on Main street, and attends his duties as Justice of the Peace. Judge Slack is an interesting conversationalist, as he brings back the olden days and is equally well versed in modern living. Al through his conversation there is that droll humor. He was born seven miles west of Linneus, in Linn County, Mo., January 5, 1843. He lived on a farm until he was about 22 years old. His education was acquired at first in the subscription schools, and at that time, the schools were not graded as now. However, what now is considered a study in the higher schools - astronomy - was taught in those lower schools - also geography, writing, arithmetic, grammar, and reading, and the spelling in the Blue back book had to be memorized. Mr. Slack could spell every word in it. Henry Slack¹s schooling was completed just before the Civil War when he was 18 years old, and for the next three years, he became a member of the Enrolled Militia. When he was 21 years old, he went to Nebraska and for a year drove a team across the plains, and sold merchandise. In 1866 he returned to North Missouri, and the following year came back to Calhoun, where he engaged in farming. October 1, 1873, he was married to Miss Martha Carter, and they made their home on the farm east of Calhoun about four miles. His wife died January 1, 1880, leaving him with three sons, one who died when he was about 6, also James E. Clack, who lives south of Calhoun, and George Vest Slack, a contractor in New York. The boys were young and needed a woman¹s care, so in November 1880, Mr. Slack and Miss Betty Calvert were married. Sweet, lovable and kind, she has been the faithful guardian of his heartstone. Her wise guidance and motherly heart have made these children love her greatly, and they hold the same place in her heart as her own children, both of whom are dead. Mrs. Slack was born August 3, 1856, in Pettis County and was educated in the country school. She is a descendant of the historical Lord Baltimore. She has an effervesce sense of humor, and is a wonderful companion and friend. Neither Mr. or Mrs. Slack care for the picture shows. He considers the radio about the greatest invention of the modern age. They enjoy riding in the automobiles. Mrs. Slack says that what she enjoys doing the most is to wash and read. Mr. Slack has been in the insurance business about 40 years. Previous to that he sold groceries and hardware in Calhoun for 27 years, then took up the insurance business. Judge and Mrs. Slack have seven grandchildren, whose parents are Mr. and Mrs. James Slack, and they have but one greatgrandchild, seven months old Helen Elaine Stacey, of Kirksville, Mo. Benjamin Franklin¹s maxim of early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise has been carried out by Mr. and Mrs. Slack, for they rise at 5:30 in the morning, as Mr. Slack has to do this in order to get his work completed through the day, he says. Let Judge Slack tell you about the clothes women used to wear, for instance the hoopskirts which would be about as large around as a barrel, and how he has been the ladies get hooked on their saddles. Mrs. Slack laughed and says, shame on you, Mr. Slack. He recalls the side saddle which women rode so becomingly long ago. A lovable, happy couple who have spent their life in Calhoun, their place is well established in the hearts of the people of that community and all delight to go to their home. both have been devout members of the Baptist church for many years. Mr. Slack was superintendent of the Sunday school some time. The relatives took in baskets of meats, cakes, pies, salads, etc, Thursday, enjoying the birthday celebration. Mrs. James Slack, the daughter-in-law, had baked the pretty birthday cake, a yellow one with white icing, that held 90 pink candles. A basket of fruit from Mack Fewel, of Clinton, was enjoyed, and as for tobacco, Judge Slack will not have to worry about that for some time, he received so much. Those present were: James Slack, Will Chipman, Hall Goodrich, and their families, Dr. and Mrs. Pollard, of Calhoun; Mack Fewel, Mr. and Mrs. Pres Stephens, Mesdames Ida VanNatta, Minnie Dodson and A. Slack of Clinton, Mesdames Kate Ford and Kate Barrow, of Windsor. Afternoon callers were Mesdames Nannie Parks and Hall of Calhoun. Mrs. Kate Ford is a sister to Judge Slack. His only brother, Tom Slack, who lives northwest of Clinton, was unable to come.
SLAVENS, Sarah E. 86th Birthday
Dec 20 1934 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Open House - Mrs. S. E. Slavens observed her 86th birthday Thursday of last week by having open house at her home at 318 East Ohio street. Throughout the day, friends called to wish her many happy returns of the day and to bring her gifts - handkerchiefs, flowers, candy, and other lovely mementos of the happy anniversary. Miss Fern Brown, daughter of a step-daughter, Mrs. J. C. Datwieler, wired a potted plant from Texas where she teaches, which was one of the most pleasant of the surprises. Another lovely bouquet came from Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown. Sarah E. Settles was born in Pike County, Missouri, December 20, 1848. As a small child she went to Montgomery County with her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. James H. Settles, and a few years later the entire family came to Henry County. Their first home here was on the site where LaDue is now, located. There was an Indian camp near the Settles home and young Sarah went to the camp with her father and saw them doing beadwork. The Indians were then peaceable. Mrs. Slavens remembers going to Clinton when they lived at LaDue and in the river bottom a pilot, a man on horseback, had to go ahead of their wagon when the river was up to guide them safely to the higher land. This entire bottom road is now built up so high water is seldom a menace to the traveler. When the Civil War began, the family had moved to the Dan Treadway place northeast of Clinton. The father had burned his hand when he was young an did not have full use of it, so he could not serve. His brother fought on the Southern side, but North and South came to the Settles' home and ate their meals frequently. Mr. Settles was a trader and often gone from home, but his family never feared the soldiers of either cause. When she was 19, Sarah E. Settles was married to Monetha Alphonso Brown, on December 24, 1867. They made their home east of town and were given three sons - Henry Harrison Brown, now in Dillon, Mont.; Frank Brown, four miles east of Clinton and Claudius Allen Brown, Gravette, Ark. Mr. Brown died February 7, 1879, less than 12 years after their marriage. On March 1, 1885, Mrs. Brown and G. W. Slavens were married. His children were given the same capable care and understanding love as hers were, and in turn each child, whether her own or Mr. Slavens, loves her and is eager to do anything to make her life happier and more contented. These step children who live are: Mrs. Susie Crews, Liberty; Mrs. Jessie Parks, near Coal; Chas. Slavens, formerly of Colorado, now near Clinton; Mrs. Frank Brown and Mrs. J. C. Datwieler, near Clinton. There are nine grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Slavens came to Clinton in 1905, and July 23, 1907, Mr. Slavens entered eternal rest. Since then Mrs. Slavens has lived alone, although part of her home is now rented. After she does the housework, she embroiders or pieces quilts in leisure moments, doing beautiful, neat work. She is spirited and alert, and has not lost one whit of the fire of youth. It is a delight to call upon her so vivacious and interesting is she, and alive to the events of today. She has lived 86 years on earth but she is not old. One can not imagine her old - she has caught the spirit of youth and embodied it in her character. During her birthday celebration, the callers were served candy, cocoa and wafers, and at noon there was a lunch which only the children and family attended. Among those who called were; Misses Anna and Sarah Henry, Bess Threlfall, Allie Duff, Hazel Cheatham, Clara Tillman; Mesdames Ruth Alexander and Monte, Cecilia Henry and Keith, J. W. and Joan, H. J. Farlow and Keith, Maud Parks, Lillie Consalus, B. L. Cheatham, Mary Shoemaker, Clint Haynes, Alice Hussey; Messrs. and Mesdames C. S. Slavens, Frank Brown, J. C. Datwieler, R. F. Simes and Bobby, Messrs. Curtis, Elmer and John Slavens, Uel and Everett Brown, Mrs. May Henry and Mrs. Ellen Stephens.
SLAVENS, Sarah E. 91st Birthday
Dec 1939 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Celebrates 91st Birthday - Mrs. S. E. Slavens, one of Henry County's pioneers, of 318 East Ohio Street, where she has lived since coming to Clinton about 1903, celebrated her 91st birthday Sunday at her home, with a bounteous basket dinner taken by relatives. Guests were her pastor and wife, Rev. and Mrs. Paul S. Stauffer, who with Mrs. Slavens' niece, Mrs. C. C. Jones, and a granddaughter, Mrs. Forest Dean, delighted the honoree with singing. Mrs. Slavens had two special birthday cakes - an angel food and coconut made by Mesdames Uel and Frank Brown. Among other tempting dishes was the green and red Christmas salad made by Mrs. Dean, who had arranged it in individual molds and placed them around a Christmas tree. Mrs. Slavens, who was before her marriage, Sarah Elizabeth Settles, was born December 20, in Pike County and moved with her parents to Montgomery County, when about eight years old. At the close of the Civil War, the family came to Henry County, the father, who came to Missouri from Kentucky, moved the stock and goods by covered wagon, while the family came via St. Louis on the train as far as Sedalia, then on in a wagon. Her father first settled at what is now LaDue but at that time was a village of the Osage Indians, who were beginning to move away. Mrs. Slavens often went into the Indian camp and the women became fond of her, always wanting to carry the barefoot girl when she was out so she would not get her feet wet. Mr. Settles traded this tract to his brother and moved to a farm, then 2 1/2 miles from Clinton, but now about 1 1/2 miles from the town. Earl Tillman now owns the Settles' farm where their daughter, Sarah Elizabeth, was living when she was married to M. A. Brown. They moved near her parental homeplace. Two of their 3 sons were present Sunday; Frank Brown, near Clinton, and C. A. Brown of Gravette, Ark., who came Friday for a week's visit and to be at the celebration. Her other son is H. H. Brown of Dillon, Mont., who came for the celebration last year. Mr. Brown was a livestock raiser and farmer and after his death his wife married G. W. Slavens, becoming as an own mother to his children, who have never ceased to regard her as such and to their children Mrs. Slavens is truly "Grandma," At Mr. Slavens' retirement from farming, he and his wife came to Clinton. At that time few houses were built on Ohio Street. Mrs. Slavens has seen Clinton extend into the surrounding prairie and many changes have taken place, among which are women's dresses and she says she cannot get used to the modern young woman's dress. Mrs. Slavens has shared her home with numerous school girls, whom she has regarded as her daughters and who fondly remember her annual celebration. She was a charter member of the Freedom Christian Church, which had its nucleus in a schoolhouse, then she transferred her membership to the Clinton Christian Church after the former church disbanded. Her life has truly been consecrated to following the Master. Relatives present Sunday included Messrs. and Mesdames Uel and Frank Brown and the latter's daughter, Anna Sue, who was Mrs. Slavens' only great-grandchild present, J. C. Datwieler and Georgia, Charles and Elmer Slavens, C. C. Jones and Lelia Fern, Geo. Nichols, Bobby and Herschel, Mesdames Jessie Parks, Ruth Alexander, Montie and Donna Jo, R. J. Massey, Forest Dean; Miss Arlene Dodson, Pat Logan and Warren Burnsides, Rev. and Mrs. Stauffer, of and near Clinton, also C. A. Brown of Gravette, Ark.
SMILEY, Thomas Final Settlement Notice
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - August 22 1913
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Jas. E. Smiley, Executor in charge of the estate of Thomas Monroe Smiley, deceased, will make a final settlement of said estate at the November term of the Probate Court of Henry county Missouri, to be held at the Court House, in said County and State, beginning on the 2nd Monday in November 1913 it being the 10th day of November 1913. - This 15th day of August 1913, Jas. E. Smiley, Executor.
SNAPPY CLEANERS PICTURE, Clinton, MO
early 1900's - submitted by Bobbie, bobbiev@swbell.net
Snappy Cleaners
SNYDER - MATTER Wedding
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - January 24 1913
Married: In the Immaculate Conception church in Montrose Tuesday morning Jan. 14, 1913 by the Rector Fr. Hovestadt, Miss Ella Matter and Mr. Joseph Snyder. The bride is the second daughter of Theo Matter one of our prosperous farmers and good citizens, and is a most worthy and estimable and popular young lady. The groom is reported by those intimate with him as a most worthy and industrious young man, he exhibited good judgment in the selection of a life companion. They have the wishes of our people for a happy, prosperous journey through life together.
STEINBACH, Bert 50th Birthday
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - May 16 1913
On last Sunday afternoon a jolly crowd of relatives and friends gathered at the home of Bert Steinbach, southwest of town, the occasion being in honor of his 50th birthday. The time was pleasantly passed in conversation and amusements. At a late hour the guests returned to their homes wishing Mr. Steinbach many happy returns of the day.
STEVENS Baby
Clinton, MO - December 19 1885
There arrived at the residence of Willis Stevens on the 18th of this month a young lady who will probably attend the Clinton Academy or Baird College in about 16 years, and Billy says her name is Bertha. Owing to her youthfulness, young gent callers are not expected.
STEWARD - COOK Wedding
Montrose Recorder, Montrose MO - September 12 1913
Mrs. Ruby Steward and Herman Cook, both of near Germantown, were married at the Catholic church at that place Tuesday morning by Rev. Father Weigand. They will reside on the groomÕs farm near that place.
STONE, DeWitt C. (1828-1877) - News Articles and Information
News Article: Col. D. C. Stone
This gentleman, we regret to state, has left our city, and gone to St. Louis, to make it his future home. Col. Stone is well known as one of our oldest and most substantial citizens; at one time, before the war, he was Sheriff of the county, and held other important offices of public trust. Since the war he has been engaged chiefly in the banking business, as a member of the firm of Salmon & Stone, of this city, which Popular banking institution he did much to build up to its present enviable position. He was at all times a good citizen and kind neighbor, and we very much regret to lose him from our midst. He has accepted the office of vice-president of the Clerks Savings Bank, of St. Louis, to Which institution he will lend his untiring energy, business qualifications and Well known' experience, to help build up. Besides he will command for the bank to which he has allied himself, a large amount of business from this section of the State.
News Article: LAWYERS IN THE EARLY DAYS
Prominent Members of the Clinton Bar
By: Gen. B.G. Boone (extracted)
DeWitt C. Stone was born in North Carolina about the year 1829, and came to Henry county in his boyhood. He was florid in complexion, below the medium in height, with dark brown hair (by the way of a wig), blue eyes and a low suppressed voice, was quiet and reserved in manner. He was deficient in the art of public speaking, and without the advantages of an academic education. He was elected sheriff of Henry county in -- (not legible) -- in 1856, and was elected to the lower house of the state legislature in 1858 defeating Major Daniel Ashby, the old "Democratic Wheelhorse," who had served in both branches of state legislature from Chariton county many years before. At the expiration of his term as Representative he formed a law partnership with Royal L. Burge under the title of Burge & Stone, which continued until the spring of 1861 when he raised a company of which he was the Captain and enlisted in the southern army. As a lawyer he was not studious, and not well versed in the fundamental principles of the profession. He was personally popular and had the confidence of the public, and had unusual political influence in the county. He had a fine faculty for obtaining business and in the preparing the preliminary arrangements for the trial of his cases. His acquaintance was extensive throughout the county. He had clear, intuitive knowledge of human nature, and well understood how to select a jury, but had no faculty for presenting his case either to the jury or the court. After the close of the war he returned to his home in Clinton, engaged in Banking for several years, removed to St. Louis, accumulated considerable property and died there in April 1877, and was buried in Oak Grove cemetery in this city where a stately and imposing monument marks his resting place.
News Article: The following is extracted from a very fragile and damaged news paper article. There are fragments of the original article that are not legible. (Elliott Brown)
--------. After the close of the war, he together with G. Y. Salmon and H. W. Salmon established in Clinton the bank known, up to 1873, as the bank of Salmon & Stone, which was then, and now is, one of the soundest institutions of the kind in the state. On taking up residence in St. Louis the deceased became interested in the "Clerk's Savings Bank", afterwards known as the "Security Bank". He -------- failing health, he set about closing up his business affairs, to more thoroughly protect those loved ones, whom he felt must sooner or later be left behind. No more honorable gentleman ever lived in Henry county, and those of us who knew him best, in all of the characteristics which go to make the man, can more correctly estimate the great loss which has been caused by his death and --. Col. Stone was a great grandson of James Smith, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The remains of the deceased arrived in this city from St. Louis on Monday morning last, at 8 o'clock, and taken to the residence of his old partner, G. Y. Salmon, and at 2 o'clock in the afternoon were followed to the grave by a large concourse of friends and relatives. The funeral rites at Dr. Salmon's residence were performed by Elder N. M. Ragland, and at the grave by the Masons. Col. Davis, of Lexington, Judge Johnson, Major Rainwater, and William Stone and C. H. Thornton of St. Louis, accompanied the heart-strickened wife and family from the city and were here at -- funeral, -- death of Col. Stone the State has lost an enterprising, honorable and upstanding citizen, and the family a kind husband and father, to whom we tender the kind sympathies of his many friends. Resolutions of respect to the memory of Bro. DeWitt C. Stone, of Tebo Lodge, No. 68, A. F. & A. M. To the Worshipful Master, Wardens -- Brethren of Tebo Lodge 68. -----
History: HENRY COUNTY HISTORY, pg. 131
History: "Whereas, We have received indisputable evidence of the fact that the notorious Montgomery, of Kansas, has lately been receiving large supplies of arms, money and provisions from the East, and he has erected a fort and has supplied the same with munitions of war, and that he has collected a large band of outlaws around him, and that he has published that the United States District Court should not convene at Fort Scott; that the several United States officers in that portion of Kansas Territory should leave the territory or be killed; that these officers have been compelled to abandon their official duties and flee for their lives; that several citizens of the county have actually been murdered, property plundered, negroes stolen and the border counties threatened with invasion, and open and extensive preparations made to carry the threats into execution, for the purpose of murder, plunder and negro stealing. "Resolved, That a volunteer company be organized for the purpose of defending our own homes, and, if necessary, the western borders of the State. "Resolved, That a messenger be immediately sent to the Governor of the State with a request to provide for the purpose. "Resolved, That Thomas E. Owen, Norval Spangler, J. C. Alexander, J. Davis, A. M. Tutt, B. L. Dozier, T. W. Royston, S. P. Ashby and Burt Holcomb be appointed to enroll such names as may be willing to join a volunteer company and to effect an organization of the same. "Resolved, That D. C. Stone and W. A. Duncan be appointed a committee to wait upon the governor and represent to him the emergency of the case, and, if possible, to procure a supply of arms. "Resolved, That a committee of fifteen be appointed to inform the citizens of the County of Henry of the meeting and its purposes, of the 22nd instant and devise means for the same: Tebo, A. C. Avery, J. Davis; Springfield, R. K. Murrell, E. J. Warth; Osage, A. T. Bush, N. S. Spangler; Deepwater, B. L. Dozier, L. Cruce; Big Creek, B. L. Quarles, J. G. Dorman; Bogard, Jesse Nave, B. G. Boone; Grand River, S. P. Ashby, W. H. Cock, J. H. Vance. "Resolved, That a messenger be sent to Warsaw, Osceola, Lexington and Warrensburg, and take with them a copy of the proceedings of this meeting and ask their co-operation: Lexington, A. Raney, Hampton Winew; Warrensburg, T. A. Hust, M. W. Lowry; Osceola, B. F. Cox, H. C. Tutt; Warsaw, H. S. Marvin, R. L. Burge. "I. M. CRUSE, Chairman. "B. L. QUARLES, Secretary."
History of HENRY COUNTY - RAILROAD HISTORY, Pg. 264
At the November term, 1858, the late sheriff, Dewitt C. Stone, reported in his hands funds arising from the railroad tax of $1,765.95. This sum the court ordered to be deposited in the county treasury. This, it seems, was not done, so at the April term, 1859, suit was ordered against Stone and his security, for moneys collected by him on a levy for subscription to the railroad company. Alexis Walmsley was appointed attorney to prosecute the case. This order seemed to get Mr. Stone and he came into court and entered into an agreement to pay over said money if the court would stand between him and a suit by the railroad company. This the court agreed to do, provided the costs and penalties did not exceed the amount to be paid over, to wit: $1,725.80; the money to be paid in by April 22, 1859. The suit was held in abeyance until the above date, in case of his failure to pay over the money. The amount of $1,765.92 was paid into the treasury, as reported by Royal L. Burge, treasurer, at the May term, 1859.
HISTORY OF HENRY COUNTY. - The Railroad Bond Swindle Pg. 288
(from a newspaper article, 8 Dec. 1870)
"Never in the history of railroads in Henry County has one been brought up to a point where the people can see what is to be in so short a space of time as the one we now write off The so called Kansas City & Memphis road made a power of noise in this community. Its prime movers, Richardson, Williams and Ferred, made a great amount of fuss in Henry County, but their component parts were all gas, and our argus eyed railroad men soon discovered the facts, and they put on foot an organization that meant business. Not a year ago the Clinton & Memphis and Clinton & Kansas City branches of the Tebo & Neosho Rail- road were formed, and to-day the bonds of Henry and St. Clair Counties have been sold in sufficient quantities to put the road under contract, (not built)southward. A large force will be put on the work east of Clinton next Monday by Mr. Colt, the successful and worthy contractor. The construction committees of these roads have worked faithfully and honestly since their election, and the result now shows for itself. Much more could be said about this road, but for the present it is enough to know the work will commence in good earnest next Monday morning. Much praise is due to D. C. Stone, A. D. Ladue, P. A. Ladue, Judge R. C. McBeth, Waldo P. Johnson and R. S. Graham, for the faithful manner in which they have put this important road in proper shape. Come to the dirt breaking next Monday morning, and let us all rejoice over the .success that awaits us in the future, when we are joined with iron bands to the City of Memphis in the State of Tennessee."
The above was followed by another article, headed: "The prayer of Clintonians has been, Oh, Lord! give us three rail- roads; just three, if no more; Amen. Come to the dirt breaking next Monday and see the beginning of the end. The progress has not been in vain. We have one railroad and two more certain. Hurrah for Clinton, hurrah for everybody! The 'Model Town' is hindmost to nobody."
A Later law suit accused the above named, of a fraud and price fixing, kick-back scheme. D. C. Stone was the president of the company set up to oversee the construction of the railroad between Kansas City and Memphis.
HISTORY OF HENRY COUNTY. Pg. 362
THE BANKS OF CLINTON--SALMON & SALMON, BANKERS
This is the oldest banking institution in Clinton, and one of the pioneer institutions in west Missouri. Even its present quarters put you in mind of olden times. There is a musty look about which tells of long use and rather cramped quarters, but its looks indicates solidity and its inside business does not belie its looks. It is run by business men and managed by shrewd financiers. On December 1, 1866, Salmon & Stone opened a banking house upon the public square of Clinton. It was mixed in among a lot of law rookeries that even the staid old county court judges couldn't stand any longer and they ordered them to leave, and not stand upon the order of their going but go at once. For a week or so Clinton had the appearance of a moving city, and she more than doubled her stabling facilities in that two weeks. Well in one of those old shells the now famous banking house of Salmon & Salmon cut both its wisdom teeth and eye teeth. They had an old iron safe, some three chairs, a pine counter and was looked upon as having rather a stylish outfit in those days. They have, however, outgrown all that, and like the United States treasury of the present time, they have to get more room to hold their money, and so the old safe has been changed for a vault, a late style of safe with time locks.
FIRM AND CAPITAL.
The firm was composed of George Y. Salmon, Harvey W. Salmon and DeWitt C. Stone. The capital stock was $50,000 and its business opened about as soon as its doors. Its circle of depositors was not con- fined to Clinton or to the boundary line of Henry County, but was the principal banking house covered by four counties. The business of the firm increased, and it remained under the name of Salmon & Stone for some seven years, or until January 1, 1873, when DeWitt C. Stone, retiring, his interest being purchased by the Messrs. Salmon, the firm's name was changed to Salmon & Salmon, the partners being George Y. and Harvey W. Salmon, brothers. Mr. D. C. Stone removed to St. Louis soon after, and died April 7, 1877.
Military: DeWitt C. Stone is listed in military records as a Capt. in the 8th Missouri Infantry, Company K. His parole from the confederate army list him as a Major. News articles refer to him as Col. but that seems to be a common nomenclature for anyone serving in the confederate army post war. (Elliott Brown)
SWART, James
1882 - Dave Swart, kc6ape@worldnet.att.net
NEWS: Swart, 1882, Fleming, Nicholas, Robertson Counties Kentucky - "The Weekly Tribune" of Robertson Co. KY, August 24, 1882 - "James Swart, a brother of Mrs. Rebecca Myers, of Olivet, is visiting his relatives in this, Nicholas and Fleming counties. Mr. S is 77 years old, a resident of Henry Co., Missouri, and has not visited this section for 35 years. He is a brother of Geo. Swart, father of Wm. J. of Olivet, and is a son of James Swart, who was one of the ill-fated 180 who fought in the memorable battle of Blue Licks. James Swart led the disastrous retreat on that bloody occasion, and it was owing to his coolness and self-possession that many escaped. He plunged his horse into the river, where many horsemen were unable to get their horse to enter the water. It was Swart's horse leading off that caused the others to follow. His son attended the centennial anniversary of the Battle on the 19th inst."
SWARTHOUT SISTERS HAVE WON WORLD-WIDE FAME
Sep 1934 - Clinton Eye, Clinton, Henry County, Missouri
Gladys Swarthout is a Metropolitan Opera Star and Romah Teaches Singing in New York - Both Were Born in Deepwater - "At one time the business men of Deepwater seriously considered changing the name of the town to Swarthout, in honor of my daughter, Gladys, the metropolitan opera singer who was born in Deepwater," said F. L. Swarthout, of ElDorado Springs, who with his wife, greeting old friends at the Labor-harvest picnic in Deepwater. Although the plans for changing the name of the town did not materialize, it is an evidence of the high esteem and pride with which Deepwater regards her celebrated daughter. Gladys Swarthout was born in Deepwater and lived there several years when a young girl. She went to Kansas City with her family and attended grade and high school, meanwhile taking vocal lessons, for early in life her lovely voice gave great promise. Mr. Swarthout, who is now a retired pullman conductor, made only a small salary in those days, but every sacrifice was made that his daughters, Gladys and Romah Lee, might have musical training. In Kansas City, Gladys Swarthout studied under one of the best teachers, but soon it was necessary for her to study under teachers with even a wider knowledge of voice, so her teacher sent her to the Clark Conservatory of Music at Chicago. The Swarthout family had found it difficult at times to finance the music lessons and felt they could not continue them at Chicago, but when the head of the Conservatory heard Gladys sing and visioned the fame and success that would be hers if she continued, he secured work for her to defray partly the expenses. After a four year course at this Conservator, Miss Swarthout was with the Vienna Opera Company at Highland Park, Chicago. At this time she was married to Harry Kerns of Chicago, who is general credit manager for the Hart-Schaffner & Marx Company, but she still retains her maiden name for the public, when she sings. Today the lovely quality of Miss Swarthout's mezzo soprano voice has won her an enviable place in the musical world. she is the youngest singer in the New York Metropolitan Opera and has made more appearances than any other member. Her voice is heard in light opera over the radio each Monday and Tuesday night in the firestone and Palmolive programs. Her picture was published in the July Redbook and an article about her recently appeared in Coillier's, and many other accounts have been published of the life of the girl born in a small manufacturing town in the Middle West, who rose to metropolitan fame. Frank Swarthout's other daughter, Romah Lee Swarthout has a studio in New York and teaches the Metropolitan starts, including her sister, Gladys. The first of August she gave a recital and and the critics predicted that Romah Lee will equal or surpass her famous sister. Romah Lee studied in Florence, Italy, two years after completing her studies in America. She is married to a World War veteran, Harold Slaughter. Mr. Swarthout is proud of the success his daughters have made but the world feels that much of this success is due to the financial assistance and encouragement which he gave to his daughters, for if he had not given it, they would not have reached even the bottom rung of success.
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