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Will A. POWERS, Dead (Note from submitter: Will Powers died 1913) Will A. POWERS who has been ill for sometime, died at the home of his brother, John POWERS, in South Belton last night. He was raised in Belton, but until a few months ago, had of late years made his home in the northwest. He leaves a widow and one small daughter, in addition to his brother and two sisters, Mesdames W.J. STONE and Tom HUGHES, and a number of other relatives to mourn his loss. The burial takes place this afternoon at 4:30, services conducted by Rev. E.C. BOYNTON and Rev. J. C. MIMMS; interment in North Belton cemetery. We sympathize with the bereaved family.

INFANT DAUGHTER DIES Infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Percy WADE, died at the family residence in North Belton early this morning. The burial takes place in North Belton cemetery.

Funeral of Dr. Whitten KING The remains of Dr. Whitten KING, whose death occurred in Austin, were laid to rest in the North Belton cemetery Tuesday afternoon. Dr. KING was born in this city and spent much of his life here. He was held in the highest esteem and confidence by all who knew him and many of the people of this city hold for him the strong love given him in childhood and won by a kind disposition and a helpfulness to others. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H.D. KNICKERBOCKER of Austin. The remains were accompanied from Austin by Mrs. KING; Clarence KING, wife and son; Mrs. ARNOLD and Rev. KNICKERBOCKER. Deceased is survived by widow; two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. R.L. BROWN of Temple, Mrs. H.M. WOODRUFF of this city, Clarence King, Austin, and Joe KING of Los Angeles, California. Mrs. Harry AUSTIN of this city is a niece of deceased. The Journal extends to sorrowing relative heartfelt sympathy.

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Jacob BERINGER, Sr. Dead Jacob BERINGER Sr., passed away at his home in this city Wednesday afternoon at 10 o'clock after a lingering illness of several weeks. He had been a highly respected and esteemed citizen for 45 years or more. Another name is stricken from the ever lessening roll of our old settlers, and a sorrowing family is left to attest how sadly they will miss him. It must be so; these tender human ties can not be severed without a pang. He was a square honest businessman, who united sound sense with strong convictions, and a candid outspoken temper, eminently fitted to mould the rude elements of pioneer society into form and consistency, and aid in raising a high standard of citizenship in our young and growing state. The funeral was conducted from the family residence at 4:30 o'clock this Thursday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. Father CROWE. The remains were interred in the North Belton cemetery. The Journal extends sympathy to the bereaved family and relatives.

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Passes Eighty-first Mile Post Capt. H. T. PRATER celebrated the eighty-first anniversary of his birth at his home in West End Wednesday. Those present to enjoy the day with him were Mr. and Mrs. W.A. METHVIN of Temple, Mr. and Mrs. Charles PROCTOR of this city and K. T. HOWELL of Taylor County. The Captain appears to be in as good health and just as young as he has been since The Journal man has had the pleasure of knowing him. We wish for Captain PRATER many happy returns of the day.

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Mrs. Rena FOWLER The remains of Mrs. Rena FOWLER were brought here from Jacksboro, Texas. The funeral was from the home of Mr. Geo. W. COLE on Main Street, religious services being held by Rev. Geo. W. LEE The burial was in North Belton cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. FOWLER formerly lived near the Quarry, Mrs. FOWLER having been reared near Sparta. For the benefit of her health they left here in January last, going first to Austin and thence to Jacksboro. A good woman has gone to receive her reward. The Journal deeply sympathizes with those who mourn her loss.

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Mrs. FORD Dead Mrs. Virginia M. FORD, died at the home of her sister in West Belton, Monday morning and was buried at eleven o'clock next day in North Belton Cemetery. Rev. C.R. WRIGHT came over from Temple and conducted religious exercises at the residence. Mrs. FORD was a good woman as is evident from the willing testimony of all that knew her. The Temple Tribune, noting her death, says: "The death of Mrs. FORD brings sorrow into many homes. Her's was a character seldom noted, especially in the lengths to which she went and the privations she endured in fulfilling what she regarded as her duty. For years she daily made the rounds of Temple homes, selling milk and country produce, an but few men could have borne up under the labors she cheerfully performed. Cheerful, and daily living her Christianity, she had the warmest regard of all, and her character was that of the highest type of motherhood and Christianity, although her lot was that of unceasing labor. Everybody has a kind word to speak of her and in laying down her burdens, she has surely attained a crown of glory."

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ROBINSON-HALEY An invitation has been received to the marriage of Mr. Jno. D. ROBINSON and Miss Sudie HALEY, which is to be solemnized at the Methodist Church, Oenaville, at three o'clock next Thursday afternoon. Here's another proof that the course of true love does sometimes run smooth. These young people-if one may say that about a dignified District Attorney-have almost grown up together in this community and the number of their acquaintances and friend is exactly equal. Mr. ROBINSON is proving himself a capable and efficient prosecutor for the District. And there is no one more generally beloved for charming womanly graces, no one who works harder and more unselfishly for the happiness of others than does Miss Sudie. Hearty congratulations upon this auspicious union of hearts and ?king of lives and destiny.

Mid-Summer Carnival -Grain is beginning to come in now in quantity. Several carloads of oats have been received and shipped out. Grain has been shipped in here so long that it is really refreshing to note a change. Ruling prices are 39 and 40 cents. Belton Mid-Summer Carnival Committee met yesterday with Geo. A. McGREGOR in the chair. J.H. HEAD was elected secretary, H. T. COCHRAN Corresponding Secretary, T.L. MEANS, Treasurer, Louis W. HOLMAN, Chairman Queen's Contest Committee, G.A. GRAY and L.K. TARVER, Press Committee. The committees are meeting with much success and encouragement in the way of cash contributions. The City Council made a splendid appropriation Wednesday night by which all cross streets will be handsomely arched ad illuminated with hundreds of electric lights, making the entire town one grand dazzling mass of lights. The dates are July 21 to 24. There will be no charge for entrance to Carnival grounds. The program is approximately as follows:

21st-Red Men's day. Comment on this is useless. You have all been here before and know this, combined with other numerous attractions means a day of pleasure.

22nd-Firemen's day. The crack teams of Texas will compete for our liberal prizes. Purses same as at state meeting.

23rd-Mardi Gras day-the day of fun. On this day the costumes worn will be the grandest sight ever witnessed in Texas, and sight none can afford to miss.

24th-Queens contest. Queens from all towns in Bell County will compete for the $100.00 in gold and fine solid gold medal. The street pageant on this day will far eclipse anything of the kind ever seen in Bell County. Arrangements have been made with all railroads and low round-trip tickets can be bought from all points. We want you all to join in our merry week of festivities. The attractive feature is it's all free.

Parades every day. Besides this, our list of tented attractions will far surpass previous efforts. The best band in Texas will furnish music. Confetti battles raging every night. Don't miss it. Come early and spend the week, or come when you can, and you'll stay while it lasts.

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Death of Rev. Jno. M. PORTER On Thursday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. R.L. McKNIGHT, Rev. Jno. M. PORTER breathed his last, after a sickness covering a period of 2 weeks, during which he lay most of the time in a stupor with partial paralysis of the tongue. He was taken sick with violent vomiting of blood and could hold but little nourishment. He lingered till his death. Rev. Jno. M. PORTER was born in Tennessee, May 18th, 1832, but removed to Texas the next year settling in Washington County, where he resided for some years. He was married to Miss Sara MCARDLE of Lee County in 1859, and they were the parents of ten children, three of which died young. The surviving ones are Mrs. T.J. WITT of Moody, Mrs. J.T. JOHNSON of Oklahoma, Mrs. J.E. BROWN of McGregor, Mrs. R.L. McKNIGHT of this city, Mrs. Jessie BROWN of McGregor, Miss Nora and Fred M. of I.T. They were all present at the funeral except Mrs. JOHNSON, who was unavoidably detained.

The deceased united with the Methodist Episcopal Church South when 8 years of age, of which denotation he was a constant member until his death-a period of 63 years. He was licensed to preach in 1865 since which time he has served many charges, as a local preacher. Rev. Jno. M. PORTER feared no foe. He lived in full accord with the doctrine and discipline of his church-a life untarnished by stain and undimmed by circumstances. Those who knew his generous heart and cloudless intellect and his noble achievements can join with the family in warmest sympathy, He was a man of great physical ability and bore his suffering with Christian fortitude. He was a devout Christian and gave promise of many more years of usefulness to his fellowmen. A few days before he expressed a thought that there was yet something more for him to do. The funeral services were held at the First M.E. Church, Thursday evening at 3 o'clock, conducted by his pastor Rev. C.R. WRIGHT, after which the procession wended its way to the City Cemetery. The bereaved family the Mirror offers condolence.-Temple Mirror

A Sunday Wedding At 10:30 last Sunday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. PRYOR, Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND spoke the words that solemnized the marriage of their daughter, Miss Ora, to Mr. Moody JENNINGS. A goodly number of friends and relatives of the bride and groom were present to wish them Godspeed on life's journey, and give cheer to the scene that is sad even when brightest, the departure of a daughter from the parental roof. Mr. JENNINGS is a bright young man of good business qualifications and, at present is the employee of Mr. PECK. The bride is a graduate of the Academy, of sweet disposition and well versed in all the domestic arts that go to make home happy. A quiet but elaborate dining was tendered the bridal party after their return from church. The Democrat joins the many friends of Mr. and Mrs. JENNINGS in wishing them all happiness and prosperity. For the present they will be at the home of the groom's father, on Beale Street.

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Our Precious Darling It is with a sad and heavy heart that I write these few lines in memory of our darling little Uriel. Little Uriel CURB was the sun of Mr. and Mrs. Jim and Nannie CURB; was born in Mill County, Texas April 8, 1900; died Jan 14, 1903, making his stay on earth two years seven months and six days. He was a kind and loving child. I think he was too good and too smart for this world. There never was a darling loved any better than he was. There is no star that shines in the Heavens that gave a brighter light than his little life did while he was here. The angel of eternal life bore his snow-white spirit to God who gave it. Now he is sweetly resting in the arms of Jesus. His papa and mama will miss him so much; it will seem more than they can bear to stay here on earth without their little darling. He was sick eleven days with tonsillitis and pneumonia. All was done for him that could be done by loving hands. The Lord had called him to go home to be with his two little angel sisters who have gone on before. Farewell little Uriel, it is sad for us to think we must-what little time we shall remain here-be without thee, yet we look for the coming of that glorious hour when we shall be delivered from this bondage of sin and death. Death, thy sting is but a moment; grave they victory is short. He leaves his papa, mama, one little baby brother and a host of fiends and relative to mourn his loss, but our loss is his gain. We can only say, little Uriel, with God remain. His Auntie.

JENNINGS-PRYOR Mr. Moody JENNINGS and Miss Ors PRYOR were married last Sunday, Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND performing the nuptial rites. Mr. JENNINGS is an honest, industrious and pleasant young man, well esteemed by all that know him. Miss Ora, the daughter of our townsman, Mr. J.T. PRYOR and grand-daughter of Capt. D.D. ROSBOROUGH, received her education and grew to womanhood in Belton and is as true and noble-hearted a young lady as was ever won by ardent wooer. We offer hearty congratulations, and hope for them a life of unalloyed happiness and abundant prosperity.

Accident At Oil Mill - Saturday night at about ten o'clock, J.W. TEMPLE, the night linterman, had his left hand severely sawed in one of the linters. It seems that a lot of cotton had accumulated in the fingers of the seed board and Mr. RTEMPLE had raised the breast and was pulling it out when the breast dropped, letting his hand into the saws. Doctors were immediately summoned and dressed the wouldn and though it was pretty badly mangled and very painful, he will probably not entirely lose the use of his hand.

PAYNE-BRANHAM Last night at 7 o'clock at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. A.M. GOLDSMITH, Mr. D. PAYNE and Miss Lena BRANHAM, both of Smithville, were united in hold wedlock, Rev. M.M. WOLF officiating, The bride is a popular milliner and most estimable lady of Smithville, while the groom is a member of one of its leading mercantile firms. They left this morning for Austin, Mason and San Angelo before returning to Smithville. The groom owns large ranch interests at Mason and his parents also reside there. The Star begs to join other friends in the hope that may they have health and happiness-Cuero Star

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Mrs. J. Mort SMITH -Work as we will, the grim hand of death can not be stayed; mercilessly he stalks in and when he goes there is ever after a vacant chair about the hearth and a pain in the heart the keenness of which is not dulled until the heart itself has ceased its beating. All the community was saddened last Sunday when it was learned that Mrs. Cora Lee SMITH, wife of J. Mort SMITH was dead. About a month ago she suffered a severe attack of pneumonia and for days her life hung by a slender thread; then the disease abated and there were strong hopes of ultimate recovery. But it was not to be complications intervened, and soon the end came.

The funeral took place Monday afternoon, services being held at the Presbyterian Church, where her pastor, the Rev. H.C. KEGLEY, in chaste and beautiful phrase portrayed the splendid traits and lovely character of this noble woman. Gifted by nature, cultured by excellent training, enriched by extensive reading and ennobled by the Christian profession which she adorned, Mrs. SMITH wielded great influence in the community and exerted that influence in every channel that leads to the betterment of society and the increase of the sum total of human happiness. She was a womanly woman, a true friend, a kind neighbor, a devoted wife, and affectionate mother, and a faithful Christian now gone to her reward. Of her it may appropriately be said, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord; yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. To the bereaved husband, sons and relatives, we tender sincere condolences and sympathies.

Rev. H.C. SMITH -Rev. H.C. SMITH came up from Navasota last week to visit the home folks; but he was almost immediately called back to Navasota to conduct funeral services, a member of his church having died. When he learned of the death of his uncle Mr. Horace SMITH, again turned his fact toward Belton, but owing to delayed trains did no reach here until after the burial. He is enthusiastic over his work at Navasota, and greatly in love with his church.

KNIGHT-CURTIS -The Journal has been honored by Dr. and Mrs. M.M. Curtis an invitation to the marriage of their daughter, Miss Pearle, to Rev. W.A. KNIGHT. The wedding will take place at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, January 28, 1903 at the Baptist Church of Miles, Texas. Miss Pearle is one of Bell's fairest daughters, is a sister of our efficient County Attorney and of Dr. Robert CURTIS of Rogers. She grew to womanhood at Moffat, taught several sessions in our public schools, and lived in Belton for a year or two previous to the family's removal to Miles. Endowed with a strong intelligence, a lovable disposition, and all the other graces that give charm to feminine character, she has a great number of friends, all of whom will invoke a hearty "God Bless You" upon her and the husband of her choice. Marlin will be their home.

Mr. Horace SMITH - A telegram came Monday morning bearing the sad news that Mr. Horace SMITH had died at 10 o'clock the night before. Some three months ago he went to Guffey, near Beaumont to take a place as engineer for some oil company. The fatal attack came on Saturday at noon. Sunday his condition seemed improved, but that night death came with unexpected suddenness. The body was embalmed and accompanied by his nephews, Jeff and Earle SMITH arrived here Tuesday morning, and friends braved the raw weather, the threatening skies and the well nigh impassible streets to pay the last tribute, of respect to the memory of the dead and to lay away the remains in North Belton Cemetery. Horace SMTIH was a good man; the battle of life, as with many others, went hard with him; for years he suffered much from a chronic ailment, but he did not on that account give up; he strove earnestly and struggled hard to provide his family against want for such a time as the present, and it must have been satisfaction to him even in the hour of death that in this he had been at least partially successful. Many can testify, and the writer among them, that in times of sickness Mr. SMITH never failed to call by to make inquiry and offer his services. In all singleness of heart he tried to walk in the footsteps of his Master. There never was a man more devoted and affectionate to wife and children. The warfare for this Christian soldier is over, the victory is won, and he has entered into his reward. The Journal but voices the sentiment of the community in tendering heart felt sympathy to the bereaved wife, children and relatives.

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JONES-FURMAN -Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.W. HAIR, Rev. J. A. DUNCAN pronounced the words that made Mr. Charlton JONES and Miss Saddie FURMAN husband and wife. It was a quiet home wedding, only member of the immediate families being present. After the ceremony they went at once to the groom's home out near Salado, where they expect to reside for the rest of this year. Mr. JONES is indeed highly favored of fortune. His charming bride, the daughter of Judge Jno M. FURMAN, is the descendant of a family that has stood high in civic and military achievement in this State and in South Carolina for generations back. To the gentle graces of heart, she adds the mental culture that the best schools of Texas and Virginia could bestow. The Journal joins the many friends of this couple in hearty congratulations and well wishes.

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Sad Death -Death is sad when you are expecting it, but doubly so when it comes unexpected. Such was the fate of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. MITCHELL this week. Their little 6-year-old son Wiley who had spent the summer with his grand parents near Youngsport, died very suddenly the first of the week. The little fellow had been feeling bad several days having a little fever. A physician was called in and nothing thought of the matter besides a malaria attack. He grew better and was up and around the place playing. On the day of his death he went out to where some men were digging a well. His grandfather told him it was too hot for him out there and to go back to the house and stay in the shade which he did. At dinner time he was lying on a cot on the gallery and laughed at his grandfather as he passed him and went in the house. A few minutes later a cousin of Wiley's ran in the house and told them something was the matter with Wiley, they all ran out found him gasping for breath. A messenger was sent on a run for a doctor, but before he could arrive, the soul of Wiley had passed into the great beyond, where sickness is unknown. Heart trouble was the cause of death. The funeral services were conducted at the house and the body laid to rest in the Youngsport cemetery. The parents and relatives have the heartfelt sympathy of all in this trying hour.-Holland Progress.

In Memoriam -On Wednesday evening, the 14th of January, 1903, Mrs. Margaret Cornelia WILSON, wife of Chas. C. WILSON, died at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.S. AGEE, in this City. A bereaved father and mother brother and sisters: a heart-broken husband and many saddened friends in their great sorrow mourn her loss. Born on August 6, 1879 who was yet in the bloom of young womanhood. Of noble character, sweet disposition and generous nature, she was beloved by all who knew her. A consistent and devoted Christian a sustaining faith was with her in the last sad hours and with Christian fortitude she was resigned to God's will. Nestling nearer to her God, she went out into unconsciousness and passed on to be at rest. How hard it is to give up those we love! But how sweet it is to know when they are gone that Christ has claimed them for his own and that we shall meet again.

ROSBOROUGH-SCALES -Two weeks ago Mr. W.E. ROSBOROUGH and Miss Clayton SCALES were married, Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND performing the nuptial rites. Mr. ROSBOROUGH is a respected and esteemed citizen of this town, so much so as not to need laudatory words in this place. Until retiring from practice he stood high at the local bar; is still very active in religious work. He is a pillar in the first Baptist Church. His reputation for goodness and unselfish kindness is co-extensive with the circle of his actual acquaintance. "Miss Clayton" is a descendant of an old, influential family of Washington. She is loved and esteemed by all. Here is a beautiful character as exemplified in the devotion with which she and her sisters held the family together after their parent's death. She possesses the traits that will make home happy for the man of her choice. The Journal invokes heaven's benison upon this union.

Married at Dallas -Yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock Miss Cora FREEMAN, daughter of Judge T.J. FREEMAN, was married to Samuel RUSSELL of El Paso by Rev. James O. REAVES, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Cora FREEMAN DAWSON was matron of honor and Freeman HALL best man. The wedding was a home affair, and after the ceremony there was a diner, at which covers were laid for eighteen. Mr. and Mrs. RUSSELL left last night for El Paso-Dallas News. Mr. RUSSELL is an old Bell County boy, well known at this place, and has many friends who wish him continued happiness. Sam is a graduate of the Belton Academy and is promising attorney of whom all are proud.

Bad Accident-In Which Three Persons are Badly Injured -Last Sunday afternoon Dr. CROSTHWAIT, accompanied by his wife and Mrs. C.W. WILSON were out driving when the team ran away, throwing the occupants out of the buggy with serious results. Mrs. WILSON has a broken limb and crushed ankle, Mrs. CROSTHWAIT back badly hurt, and the Doctor has one of the small bones in his leg broken.

From what we can learn they drove out on the Bartlett road and returning the team a fine pair of bays which the doctor recently purchased at a round figure, became unmanageable near B.F. GOTHER'S place. Down the hill they came at a breakneck speed. The doctor and Mrs. CROSTHWIAT were thrown out just before they reached the new bridge, spanning DARRS creek. As the team reached the bridge, instead of going across, one of the horses started to one side, bringing the buggy in contact with the railing, throwing Mrs. WILSON high in the air over the railing down into the bed of the creek. Fortunately there was some water in it or she would have met instant death. The sad news spread rapidly and soon willing hands were on the scene and rendered all the assistance possible. A hack was sent for and the unfortunate ones were carried to Mr. WILSON'S residence, where medical aid was summoned and rendered what relief they could, but it was little, as they suffered untold agonies. The physicians dressed the wounds and everything possible was done to relieve their suffering. Dr. SCOTT of Temple was telephoned for, but was not at home, he did not reach here until Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. The crushed ankle was redressed and the patients are doing as well as could be expected under the circumstances. One of the horses was badly hurt, and it is not known yet whether it will get well or not. The buggy was a new rubber tire, this being the first time it had been used and was broken into splinters. All sympathize with the unfortunate ones and hope their recovery may be speedy-Holland Progress.

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SAVAGE-PUDDY -The Democrat inadvertently omitted last week to note the marriage of Mr. Ray SAVAGE to Miss Annie PUDDY. These young people have been reared in Belton and have a host of friends here who join in wishing them a long journey together on life's road, and that many of the joys and few of the sorrows of the world may be theirs.

Little Joe CHAFFIN -Little Joe, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.J. CHAFFIN near Little River, died Saturday and was buried last Sunday. Joe was a bright little fellow, nearly three years old and his father was wont to take him along to the field quite often. Thursday afternoon of last week,  Mr. CHAFFIN was engaged in plowing and burning a fence row. He went to put out a post that had caught fire, telling his son to run back to where the plow and mules were standing, and he started at once. Presently the child's screams brought the father to the rescue. In some way the clothing had caught fire and severely burned the legs and front of the body before it could be put out. Medical skill could do nothing but ease the pain until death came as a final relief. The Journal tenders sincere sympathy to the bereaved parents, who in their sorrow must find consolation in the thought that of little children is the kingdom of heaven.

William STONE, Jr. -William STONE, Jr., entertained a number of his little boy fiends Monday afternoon, it being the anniversary of his 8th birthday. Games were enjoyed by the little folks, after which ice cream, cake and candies were served. Those present were: Ace NICHOLS, Hubert MAYO, Yancy YARBROUGH, Howell FOREMAN, James CUNNINGHAM, Warren CUNNINGHAM, Blake BIRDWELL, Clarence BARNES, Oscar MAYO, Harrell FOREMAN, Lee WILES, Louis COX, Bennett RATHER, Charley MYER, Clarence MYER, Charlie BEALL, George and Gerald GOTT, Clarence ALFORD, Ben HAMNER, Robert DENMAN and Charlie RANKIN.

MOSELEY-MONTGOMERY -Mr. T.G. MOSELEY of Houston and Mrs. Nellie MONTGOMERY of our city were married at the home of Mrs. MONTGOMERY brother, S.J. RANCIER last Sunday morning at 10 o'clock and departed for Houston on the 11 o'clock train, where they will make their home. Mrs. MONTGOMERY has made her home off and on in Killeen for several years and has the love and respect of all of her acquaintances. While Mr. MOSELY is a stranger to our people, we feel sure he is very worthy of the treasure he has won. The heartiest congratulations of our people are extended to Mr. and Mrs. MOSELEY.

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Mrs. Clara A. WARE -This estimable lady, the wife of B.E. WARE, died last Tuesday at her home about two miles south of Belton and was buried the next afternoon in the Sparta cemetery, Dr. H. A. BOURLAND conducting the services. She had been sick for some time, so that death came as the end to her long suffering. A little more than a year ago her other, Mrs. LITTLE, preceded her to the glory land. A loving wife, a devoted mother and faithful and true in all the relations of life, she has now finished her course and gone to receive her reward. To all the bereaved we offer sincerest condolences.

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DAVIS-McGINNIS(From Hillsboro Mirror) -A surprise home wedding occurred at Belton, Texas, on Wednesday, the 14th at 5 o'clock, which united the lives of Mr. Joe Hickey DAVIS and Miss Alice McGINNIS. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. KINCHELOE in the presence of a few near relatives and fiends. The bride was gowned in a handsome tailor made suit. Immediately after the ceremony they left for the home of the groom. They were joined at Waco by Mr. N.C. HICKEY, Misses HICKEY and Mrs. J.O. CHEANS, of Houston. Upon their arrival at Hillsboro they were driven to the palatial home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. DAVIS, where an elegant reception was tendered the bridal party. The pleasures of that marriage festival will be long remembered by those who were fortunate enough to be in attendance, and as an attest to the popularity of the young couple, many handsome and appropriate presents were received. The groom is one of Hill County's most prosperous and worthy young farmers, and is to be congratulated upon having won so fair a young woman to be his bride. Miss McGINNIS was one of Belton's most lovable young women. They go out into life with God speed and best wishes of a host of friends. May their future be one of perpetual sunshine and their pathway through life be strewn with roses. ONE WHO WAS PRESENT.

The Reunion - So many have asked me about my trip to the ex Confederate reunion at Dallas, I thought I would put a piece in your paper for the benefit of its readers. I had the grandest time I ever had in my life met so many relatives, friends and school mates from old Tennessee that I have not seen in 50 years It was grand meeting, plenty to eat and that was good. If any soldier didn't go to the table and eat it was his own fault. Plenty for all the soldiers and their wives. Some few are telling that they didn't get anything to eat, only what they paid for. That was their own fault. They had 5 buffalo , the largest one weighting 2200 pounds-made 400 gallons coffee at one time. There was all kinds of amusement, singing preaching, dancing and most anything you cared to go to. They say New Orleans will beat Dallas, but I don't believe it can. It is a grand place to go and I hope I will meet all my soldier brothers there, for I am going if I am able. J.G. BLACKBURN

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GRIMES-LANHAM -Accompanied by his father, Mr. L.F. GRIMES, his brother Jesse and sister Miss MALDEE, Mr. J.W. GRIMES went to Sanger Wednesday of last week, where that evening he led to the altar Miss Inez LANHAM. It was a quiet home wedding. The march was played by Miss Lucile COGLIN of Ft. Worth. The bridal party came at once to Belton, where the greetings and congratulations of friends awaited them. The bride is the daughter of our former townsman, Mr. J. M. LANHAM. She is a charming and most popular young woman. The groom is a rising young businessman at the head of the GRIMES Hardware and Furniture Company. Mr. and Mrs. GRIMES were the recipients of many handsome presents. The Journal, extends hearty congratulations and sincerely hopes that all that is brightest and best may attend their pathway though life.

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Death - Delma CAMPBELL, aged 15 years 1 month and 6 days, died at the home of his mother Monday night at 8:15 o'clock. His sickness was severe from the first, and all that loving hands and medical skill could render for his recovery was done, but God's will was unchangeable. Delma was the idol of the family, the favorite among his playmates at school and his sweet cheerful disposition will be sadly missed in the broken home-tie and with many who were intimately associated with him. His suffering was intense, but borne with patience. He expressed his willingness to die, showing his mother, brothers and sisters some sweet consolation and sympathy in his last hours. His remains were placed in the Center Lake cemetery near Holland. May God uplift the heart-broken mother and dear ones is the sentiments and prayer of their friends.

FOREMAN -Mrs. Gene FOREMAN returned from Belton Monday, and was accompanied by her sister. The twins came also, and Gene is busy exhibiting them to admiring friends.

FOREMAN -Captain FOREMAN is in receipt of News from the Adjutant General that the Killeen Rifles will not be added to the state volunteer guard until June. The company is expected to keep right on with drill practice, so that it will be ready for the state encampment.

SANDERFORD-ALIAMAN -Mr. R.L. SANDERFORD and Miss Greta ALIAMAN were married Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's parents. To Mr. SANDERFORD and his lovely bride the Journal tenders congratulations and best wishes for health, happiness and prosperity.

Mr. R.L. GULLY -Mr. R.L. GULLY is packing up this week and moving his family to Quanah, where several of his children already reside. Belton feels the loss keenly. Mr. GULLY has been a faithful and efficient county official, a good citizen, a kind neighbor and a true friend. The Journal heartily commands him, his excellent wife and estimable daughter to the Panhandle people, with the assurance that they will be a valuable acquisition to the community where they cast in their lost. May health and happiness and abundant prosperity attend their going.

Uncle Jimmie PETIGREW -Mr. Jas. M. PETIGREW of Moffat died Sunday, the 25th, after an illness of only a few days. Had he lived until the 11th of next month he would have been 80 years old. Over thirty years of his life he had lived at Moffat, Bell County. His son, Mr. Albert PETIGREW, of Temple, and C.I. PETIGREW, his nephew, together with his beloved wife and daughter, Miss Iris, were all present at his bedside when he quietly passed away at about one o'clock p.m. His remains were laid to rest Monday in the Moffat Cemetery in the presence of a large circle of friends who sympathize with the bereaved ones and we feel the loss of one that has lived so long in our community. Yes, he was a friend indeed to many during his 33 years of residence here. May the blessings of God be with the family and relatives, and help them to be submissive to his will.

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D.F. HAIR -D.F. HAIR died at his home three miles west of Belton last Saturday, and was buried next day in North Belton Cemetery. The tribute in another column so fully and aptly expresses our estimate of the man that we can not do better than to add our endorsement to every word there set down. It is not the fulsome eulogy of a partial friend; it is truth. Of him it can be said truthfully-he was a man in whom there was no guile. The Journal joins the friends of many years in sincere sympathy to the bereaved in their deep sorrow.

Col. C. I. BOWMAN -Col. C.I. BOWMAN died Sunday at the home of his son, F.S. BOWMAN, three miles southwest of town, and was buried the next afternoon in North Belton Cemetery, Rev. H.A. BOURLAND conducting the services. It was a long procession of friends and relatives that paid the last tribute of respect by following the remains to their resting place. Deceased came to Belton in 1871, and for twenty-five years engaged in merchandising. Some three years ago he suffered a stroke of paralysis, and since has been confined to his room. Without a murmur and with meek submission he bore his sufferings. There was sunshine in his nature; it was a pleasure to be in his company. There was about him, too, one mark of true greatness-he loved children and children loved him. Before care and sickness crushed his spirit, neighbor children would linger at the gate just to receive his pleasant smile and hear his cheery voice as he went to and from business. A good man has gone to his blessed reward. Our heartfelt condolences are offered to the bereaved.

Mrs. H.J. CHAMBERLIN

After some months of intense suffering borne uncomplainingly and with Christian fortitude-Mrs. Harvey J. CHAMBERLIN died at her home in San Angelo last Monday night. Accompanied by the bereaved husband, relatives and friends, the remains were brought here for burial in the family plat in North Belton Cemetery. When the midnight train arrived almost a score of men and women were there to extend the hand of sympathy and offer a word to consolation to him that mourned the death of his life companion. The body was carried to the home of Mr. D.A. CHAMBERLIN, where religious services were held at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning by Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND. Twenty years ago Mr. and Mrs. CHAMBERLIN moved away from Belton and baring only a few months as manager of the college have not resided here since and that the blessed influences of their good works do follow them was to be seen in the large concourge that gathered to pay the last tributes of respect to the memory of the death. The Baylor faculty and students attended in body-Mr. CHAMBERLIN is a trustee of the College. Mrs. CHAMBERLN was noble woman; her goodness was of positive character. Robbed by death of her own children , she seemed but to double her efforts to aid others to make life brighter and happier for them. Many there be who bless memory. She was a consecrated Christian, abounding in good works and has entered into her reward. Her earthly labors are ended; she has m? again the loved that had gone before and waits for the joyous reunion with those that linger on the hither shore. To all who mourn by reason of the death we offer sincere sympathy.

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GOLDEN WEDDING -Mr. and Mrs. T.W. POWERS celebrated their fifteenth wedding anniversary march 16, 1908, at the home of their eldest son Mr. J.H. POWERS. One of the sweetest and most enjoyable times was spent on this occasion. There were forty-one guest , only four children, seven grand children, ten great grandchildren being present, representing four generations.

The morning was spent with a program of songs and recitations by the grand children and great grandchildren. Also the golden wedding was played. About 1 o'clock the hostess invited us into the lovely dining room and a most delightful dinner was served in courses. The table was beautifully decorated, representing the golden wedding. Also on it was a beautiful bridal bouquet on f carnations, roses and ferns sent by a friend to the bride of fifty years ago. The afternoon was very pleasantly spent with music; also interesting reading by Mesdames STONE, HUGHES and FOREMAN and a song by the bride and sister, entitled, ""he Romush Lady" out of a hymn book twenty-five years old, the sister being the only one present that was at the wedding so long ago. Several old relics were shown the guest among them an old Bible about one hundred years old and a dictionary published in England in 1871. The bride also has a dress the goods being bought during the Civil War. Later the old spinning wheel was brought out to show the younger generation how to spin thread with which they made their clothes. Each lady was called upon to card a roll and to spin it. The grandchildren and the great grandchildren also spun some thread. By this time the sun, was sinking in the Golden West, reminding us it was time to part. May this couple be with us to see many more happy anniversaries. ONE OF THEM.

A Sketch of Mr. and Mrs. POWERS -Seventy years ago yesterday, March 15, 1838 there was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jesse MOORE a little daughter named Mary Margarette MOORE. All that time they resided in Marian County, Alabama. When this little girl was about 8 years of age, the family moved to Mississippi. After living there about six years, they came to Texas in the year 1851. They settled down in Bastrop, Texas. The little girl of whom I make special mention lived there until 1858. She grew to womanhood at that place. Now we will leave her dressed in white dotted Swiss dress, short sleeves and low neck. The lawn was filled with tables bountifully filled with delicious delicacies. You will hear of her again later.

Tazewell POWERS was born in Coffee County, Tennessee, May 9, 1829. He grew to manhood at that place. In the spring of the year 1856 he came to Belton, Texas. He had a friend by the name of Miss Kate, who came to Texas a short while before he did. As she departed Tazewell said to her: "You go to Texas and marry a rich widower with a pretty daughter, and I will come and marry the daughter." Miss Kate did marry a widower with several children. After Tazewell had been here for a while he went to Bastrop to see his old friend Miss Kate. There he met the little girl whom I have already mentioned. Two years later on March 15, 1858, they became man and wife. "Just fifty years ago today." Belton was made their home. Tazewell was in business here until the later part of the year 1862. He went to the war on the above date and served until the close of 1865.

He then returned to Belton and has resided here until this day. There were eleven children, thirty-two grandchildren, and twelve great grandchildren. Out of the number, 65 only four grand babies have been taken away. Life may be compared to a tree for as a tree gives forth its leaves they scatter in every direction thus have the children of this family but the tree itself, representing the father and mother, still stand firm. May they see many more enjoyable anniversaries.

Graduates Recital -The graduates of the public free schools of Belton will have a recital at the Carnegie library on the 18th instant. The following are the graduates: Grace HARLING, Marguerite BEDELF, Amos FELTS, Herbert RATHER< Florence Octavia REED, Lila Lee TRAYLOR, Louis JAMES, Jack SHANNON and Aletia LEE.-Belton News

Mrs. Elizabeth J. POLK -The death angel has again visited the Killeen community, and this time Mrs. Elizabeth POLK, loved and respected by all who knew her, has answered the call, and her spirit has been wafted to that land of joy and sunshine where the redeemed will live forever in the presence of the blessed Master. She had been in feeble health for along time, and fully realized for months that her days with her loved ones on earth could not be many. She was perfectly resigned to go, and her house was in every sense of the word "set in order against her departure." At eight o'clock Wednesday night the call came, and she peacefully fell asleep, and tender hands on the following afternoon bore her to the Killeen cemetery and laid the body away to await the call of the Redeemer in the last great day. She was a member of the Methodist church and her entire life was that of a devoted and conscientious Christian. She leaves five children to mourn her loss, four sons and one daughter. The sons are R.T. POLK, postmaster at Killeen, R.L. POLK of Temple, Port POLK of California and Knox RICKETS. The daughter is Mrs. W.A. HALL. The Messenger joins the many friends of the bereaved ones in heartfelt sympathy for them in their great loss.

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Don A. CHAMBERLIN -Recently Mr. CHAMBERLIN under went a slight operation and afterwards suffered a stroke of paralysis. The disease progressed rapidly; Saturday night he fell into a state of coma, from which he was not again roused, and at 5 o'clock Wednesday morning he breathed his last. Without a struggle, without pain or pang of death, he passed away. The watchers felt the heartbeat stop, the breathing cease, and life was extinct. Don A. CHAMBERLIN was born in the year 1832, at Weatherfields, Windsor County, Vt. He was the fourth of five children of Chauncey M. and Fannie (TOLLS) CHAMBERLIN. His father was a man of onsiderable influence in his day, holding offices of trust and honor in his native town and county, and was a member of the Legislature at different times. Mr. CHAMBERLIN attended the district school; at the age of sixteen he entered the Black River Academy and afterward attended Leland Seminary of his native State. In 1855 he went to Milwaukee, Wis., studied law in the office of his uncle, Hon. D.A. J. UPHAM, and was admitted to the bar in 1858. In 1859 he came to Belton, when was his home from that time to the day of his death. He at once enlisted in Jon. Henry BROWN'S company of mounted rangers to protect the frontier from Indian depredations; he was Quartermaster and Commissary. At the outbreak of the Civil War he joined Company A, Sixteenth Texas Volunteer Infantry (FLOURNOY'S regiment, Walker's division). He went out as Orderly Serge, and the last year was the in Commissary department. At the close of hostilities he returned to Belton, engaging in business in the firm of MILLER & CHAMBERLIN, bankers-it was the first bank in Bell County. In 1874, he became associated with his brother, H.J. CHAMBERLIN, and engaged in mercantile and banking business until 1877. In 1881, he was elected Mayor of Belton, holding the office for three consecutive terms. During that time the water works system was installed, the Santa Fe and Katy railways were brought here, and Baylor College move from Independence to Belton. In all the town's enterprises he took a leading part. In the 90's he served another term as Mayor. He was married in 1869 to Miss Ann E. HAMILTON, who preceded him to the better land a little more than a year ago. His daughter, Miss Rose, and son, Don Jr., did all that in their power lay to comfort his old age and to minister to him in the dying hour.

The funeral took place from the residence this morning, Dr. WILSON and Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND conducting the services. He was buried with Masonic honors, being a prominent member of the Order. The _ Templars furnished a ? ?escort. He wrought much for the welfare of this town-many substantial works bear the impress of his hands. He was true as steel to the duties of friendship; responsive to the calls of charity; he tried to serve God, and to prove his belief in the verities of the Christian religion. To all the bereaved we offer our heartfelt sympathy. May they be comforted.

In Memory of Mrs. S. A. NUNN -Again the reaper, death has visited our community and removed from our midst one whose daily Christian life was an example to all. While the death of this good woman is keenly felt by friends and neighbors, to her co-workers in the South Belton Cemetery Association it is an irreparable loss. With saddened hearts our little band gathered to pay to her memory a tribute of respect, and to offer to the daughter, now doubly bereaved, our deepest sympathy. We have walked hand in hand for more than a quarter of a century and always found her, kind, true, faithful. Of her we can truly say, "she hath done what she could." Scarcely had the flowers withered on her new made grave when the aged husband was laid beside her, who had cared so faithfully and tenderly for him. May theirs be a joyful reunion in that "house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."

"Where loyal hearts and true.
Stand ever in the light,
All, rapture through and through,
In God's most holy sight"

Mrs. L.V. BURFORD, Mrs. V.B. RATHER, Mrs. F.Y. BOYD.

A Sudden Death -Will WALDEN, formerly of this city, but more recently residing on a farm on the Sulphur Springs road died quite suddenly at his home about seven o'clock yesterday evening. He was in Belton on business yesterday and left here late in the afternoon for home. After arriving there he put up and fed his horses and went and sat down on the gallery and died in a few minutes, without any apparent warning. The family has the sincere sympathy ? he News. Mr. WALDEN was an enterprising citizen, mush respected and esteemed by all who knew him and his friends were legior. His death was the result of an organic heart trouble from which he has suffered for sometime. Dr. FRAZIER was called but death had claimed him before the doctor reached there.

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HYMAN-SCOTT -Thursday evening the beautiful home of Mrs. W.T. SCOTT was a bewildering scene of soft pink lights trailing smilax, bamboo and gorgeous pink and white roses, pink and white idea being carried throughout the entire house. At 7 o'clock the invited guests crowded into the double parlors and spacious halls, while Mr. PITNER played the wedding march, as the bridal party slowly descended the stairs. First came to the groom with his brother, Mr. Raynor HYMAN, followed by the bride with her maid of honor, Miss Lela CHALK, gowned in a pink radiant silk of matchless mode exquisitely trimmed in princess lace and carrying an arm bouquet of bridesmaid roses. The walls and chandeliers were festooned with smilax and banks of pink and white roses abounded in every conceivable place. The handsome round table was covered with cluny lace. In the center were two heart-shaped baskets joined together by a golden arrow. The one was of white tulle filled with white roses, the other of pink tulle filled with pink roses. Surrounding the center piece were four tall solid silver candlesticks, bearing pink candles with rose shades-the candlesticks having been in the HYMAN family nearly 200 years. The happy pair left at 9 o'clock for Washington City.

Mrs. HYMAN wore a stunning going-away gown of oyster gray, touched with Alice blue, with hat and gloves to match. The bridal gifts of silver, cut glass, handpainted china and rare brie-abrac were numerous and costly and bore silent testimony of the popularity of Mr. and Mrs. HYMAN. The bride, Mrs. W.T.SCOTT, is one of Fort Worth's best known, most popular and beloved women and traces her ancestry to some of the most prominent Revolutionary patriots, chief among whom was John HART, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. She counts among her ancestors many prominent personages, among whom may be named Sir Francis DRAKE, the Earl of Chester of England, Penelope Van Princess of Holland, who came to this country in 1620 and married Richard STOUT of New Jersey; the story of whose life is graphically portrayed by Frank R. STOCKTON in his stories of New Jersey; the BLACKBURNS of Tennessee and Kentucky, the HARTS, STOUTS< HUMPHREYS, DRAKES, BUTCHERS, BOOTHS< WILSONS and CHALKS of Virginia, most of whom fought in the war of 1812. She is a colonial dame through four lines of ancestry. She has always been a devoted, consistent and useful member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, south, and is all enthusiastic member of the Marisham Kelth chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Which chapter she was regent for some years. Her father R.L. CHALK is a lawyer and resides in Bell County, Texas and she is a niece of Mrs. N.E. MEYER and Mrs. Jno. POWERS of Belton. The groom, Mr. Harry HYMAN, is a native of Erath County, Texas a graduate of the Columbia law school at Washington, D.C., where he has resided for the past eight years. His sisters and brothers, Mrs. A.L. MATLOCK, Miss Lalla, Joe and Raynor HYMAN reside at Fort Worth, Texas and Mrs. Silas KING resides at Stanton, Texas. He, too is descended from a long line of noted ancestry. His great, great grandfather, Thos. POLK assisted in writing and proclaiming the first Declaration of American Independence in 1775 from the courthouse steps at Mecklenburg, N>C. His great grandfather, William POLK, entered Washington's army at the age of 17 and served for seven years, to the close of the Revolutionary war, participating in the battles of Brandy wine, German town, Saratoga, Utah Springs and other memorable battles of the Revolution, in some of which he received wounds that he carried to his grave. At the close of the war he was colonel, commanding a regiment. Afterwards he was appointed by Washington governor of North Carolina, and was his friend until the time of his death. He was one of the original members of the Order of Cincinnati. His grandmother, the daughter of Colonel William POLK< married Judge Kenneth RAYNOR of North Carolina, who served a number of years in the Untied States congress. At the close of the Civil War he was made one of the judges of the court of Alabama claims; later he was appointed solicitor of the United States treasury at Washington, which position he filled until his death.

The lamented Bishop Leonidas POLK, a Confederate general, was his great uncle. His father, Colonel Joseph HYMAN, was one of the most prominent citizens of his native statete, North Carolina. He served in the Confederate army with great distinction, commanding a regiment which he raised and equipped himself, with great gallantry throughout the war, surrendering with General Lee at Appomatox, being then in command of a brigade. His mother,-Mrs. Joseph H. HYMAN, daughter of Judge and Mrs. Kenneth RAYNOR, was a woman whose many virtues and Christian graces had always won for her a very warm place in the hearts of relatives and friends alike. She was noted for her devotion to her church, the cause of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union, the U.D.C. and the Daughters of the American Revolution, and was a most consistent member of each organization, and an untiring worker in many other charitable associations-Ft. Worth Record.

Wedding Announcement -The editor has received the following:  Mr. and Mrs. John A. MOREMAN invite you to be present at the marriage of their daughter Mary Peteet to Mr. Robert Edward LEE on Thursday, April the fifth nineteen hundred and six, at six thirty o'clock at their residence, Plano, Texas. At home Brownwood, Texas.

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Wedding Bells -At the home of Postmaster POLK Wednesday night Mr. W. R. BARBER and Miss Rosa WALLING were united in marriage, Rev. H.C. BASS officiating. A few intimate friends of the contracting parties were present to witness the happy event. After the ceremony the guests were served with refreshments. Every reader of the Messenger joins this paper in congratulating this worthy couple as they begin their voyage upon the matrimonial sea. Miss Rosa has spent pretty much all of her life in the Killeen locality, and all who know her love and respect her. For many years she has had a position in the postoffice, and by her courteous treatment and amiability has won the friendship of every patron of the office. Mr. BARBER has been living in Killeen something like two years, having come to this place from Salado where he had spent the greater part of his life. During his stay in Killeen he was proven to be a most worthy young man, and has the friendship of all our people. May he and his bonny bride be blest with long, happy and insperous lives.

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In Memoriam -On Wednesday, September the 16, the spirit of Miss Lula GRIMES sped on wings of light through the pearly gates into the city of the new Jerusalem. She was the only unmarried daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.G. GRIMES of Copperas Cove. Young and full of life, the joy and comfort of her home she will be missed from the family circle. Her illness was of short duration and her death a shock to her loved ones. Born in Tennessee, reared in Texas, she had just reached the full glory of womanhood. When her Heavenly Father called her to His house of many mansions. She professed faith in Christ in her early childhood and up to the day of death bore testimony to the fact that she was a child of God. May "He who doeth all things well" comfort her loved ones and may they ever remember that:

"We are not far from those we love
Death is a narrow river,
We wait the signal from above
And then we cross forever."

WOOD-HULE -A pretty home wedding occurred on Wednesday evening, Dec. 16 at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. David WOOD when their daughter, Miss Jewel became the bride of Mr. Oliver HULE, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter HALE, Rev. A.F. Cunningham, pastor of the Presbyterain Church, performed the ceremony which was witnessed only by relatives and intimate friends of the contracting parties. These young people have the congratulations and best wishes of many friends.

Highly Honored Citizen Dead -In the death of Tazwell POWERS on last Thursday, Aug 27th, Belton loses one of her oldest and most honored citizens. He had resided in Belton for more than half a century, and there were none in this community but who knew and admired him. Until recent years Mr. POWERS was a most active factor in the affairs of the town, in fact until his age forbade his taking part in public matters. Mr. POWERS was born May 9, 1829 in Coffee Co., Tenn., thus being at the time of his death in his eightieth year. He came to Belton in 1856, and he was married to Miss Mary Margarette MOORE of Bastrop, who survives him. They celebrated their golden wedding in the presence of a large concourse of relatives and friends last March. To Mr. and Mrs. POWERS were born eleven sons and daughters, all of whom are living, as follows: Jno, POWERS and Mesdames Tom HUGHES and W.J. STONE of Belton; Mrs. Clint BOYD, Temple, Mrs. J.L. BROWN, of Beaumont, Mrs. Jno. BEAL of Houston; Mesdames David DOW and Joseph DOW and T.E GEROGE and Will PWES of Seattle, Washington. The first six of these were with their father in his last illness of several weeks, comforting him and their aged mother as only loving children can. The interment took place in the South Belton cemetery at 5 p.m. yesterday, at which place the funeral services were conducted by Pastors W.M. WILLIAMS of the Christian Church, and the Masonic lodge of Belton of which order Mr. POWERS was a faithful member. By the death of T.W. POWERS, Belton has lost one of her honored pioneer and devoted citizens. As a friend he was always faithful; as a husband and father he was true, tender, and loving. As a soldier in the Civil War from 1862 to1865 he was constantly at his post with the bravest of the brave, being a member of company D of the 17th Texas infantry. Peace to the ashes of this honorable, son of the old South Land; and green may his memory ever grow in our hearts.

Miss SPARKS' Recital -A musical treat was tendered the people of SPARKS when the pupils of Miss Bessie SPARKS gave their recital there Friday night. A nice program was rendered and it isn't necessary to state that it was thoroughly enjoyed. The program was composed of recitations, duets, vocal and piano solos and dialogues. As is characteristic of all of Miss Bessie's recitals, the little folks acquitted themselves creditably.

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T.W. POWERS -Former T.W. POWERS was born in Coffee County, Tennessee on the 9th day of May, A. D. 1829 and died in Belton, Texas on the 26th day of August A.D. 1908, In the Spring of 1856, he settled in Belton, which place continued to be his home until the day of his death. In the year 1858 he was married to Miss May M. MOORE of Bastrop County, Texas who survives him as well as the eleven children, the fruit of marriage. In the year 18-Brother POWERS became a member of the Presbyterian Church in his mother Sate, in which faith he died. In the year 18?? He was made a Master Mason in Belton, Texas in Belton Lodge 166. A.F. & A.M. and in the year 18?? he was made a Royal Arch Mason in Belton Chapter 76; and remained a member of both bodies in good standing during the remainder of his life.

As the crowning test of his adopted State and his native South, he voluntarily entered the service of the Confederacy, whose cause he faithfully served from 1862 until the close of the great War between the States as a private in "company I, 17th Texas Volunteer Infantry.

During the long and useful life he lived in this community, notably modest and unobtrusive in his demeanor, liberal, and courteous, yet firm and steadfast in his adherence to principle as he saw the right, charitable in opinions of the shortcomings and difference of others, true and sincere in his friendships, a good citizen, a kind and affectionate man, he has passed away without an enemy, venerated and regretted by all who knew him, and as to him it may be truly a said "the memory of the just smell sweet, and blossoms in the dust. Therefore be it resolved, that in the death of brother POWERS this lodge has lost one of its truest members, and we will cherish with pride the memory of his virtues. His family has lost a devoted husband and father, and his state one of the worthiest citizens. That the Belton, Texas and Manchester, Tenn., papers be requested to publish these proceedings; that the secretary of this lodge furnish a copy thereof to his family and that the members of this lodge wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days. X.B. SAUNDERS

W.S. HUNTER, J.L. WILSON From a Former Belton Man

Clovis, N.M., Aug., 31, 1908.-Mr. Jim HASTIN,-Belton, Texas.

Yours of recent date to hand and contents carefully noted. I was expecting a letter from you as Eugene wrote that I might expect a letter from you soon. Was really glad to hear from you. This leaves all well but having a hard time as the panic has been very hard on this country as everything principally had to be bought and shipped into the country that people lived in. Not like an old settled country where people had their meat and bread at home or ought to have. Now as to a poor man having a chance here for a home it certainly is far ahead of Bell County in that respect. As for taking up government land anywhere near this place it is not good for the whole country has been filed on as far as I know however there are some claims for sale reasonable enough, I think, as in every county there is always someone wanting to make a change. Now as to the quality of soil it isn't as rich as some soil I have seen, but it produces fine with the proper seasons and the land lay is the prettiest you ever saw unless you have seen the Texas plains. It is apparently all alike, especially in this place, however there is some mixed or sandy land 5 to 8 miles from this town. Some claim it's better than the tight lands, the sandy or mixed land has the best crops this season, for they have had more rain. Possibly I had better describe the color and nature of the dirt. First the tight land is of a chocolate color with sand enough in it to make it work nice when in the proper condition or the proper amount of moisture in it. I think this class of land will be the small grain land, the sandy land is from a red to a white in color the red preferable to the white. The water can't be beaten anywhere I have ever been than the quality we have here. The water varies from 60 to 350 feet in inexhaustible quantities.

Now as to the Panhandle or north Plains country, 'tis as I said in the above, pretty near the same kind of country as this although I think it will average a richer soil than this for the fact as it is of a darker color and a deeper soil on an average. The water is the same quality and will average a little deeper. The water around where my land is will average 335 fee deep. This country like all others has its drawbacks which is the fuel. No one uses wood, with a very few exceptions. There is fence post from 40 to 60 miles from this place. Parties living there haul the post to this place and sell them from 12 1/2 to 15 cents a piece. Groceries are high here on account of but one railroad system. I have given you an impartial and accurate description of this country as far as my knowledge and ability goes. You had better take a run out here and see for yourself that would be my advice to anyone thinking of making a change now. If you like you can have this letter published in the Belton or Temple papers as some of my old friends and acquaintances would like to read it and profit by reading. Hoping to hear from you again soon, I am your old friend. H.H. FOREMAN -Clovis, N.M.

Death of Former Belton Lady (From Waco Times Herald) - Yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock Mrs. Jennie ROGERS of this city died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. C.C. MILLER, No. 1314 West Avenue. Mrs. ROGERS was the daughter of C.c. and Sallie M. WHITENTON. She was born in Victoria, Texas, June 5, 1858. On October 23, 1878, she was married to Dr. W.N. ROGERS of Belton, Texas, and moved from Belton with her husband and three children to Waco in the early part of 1897. Dr. ROGERS, her husband, who was for some years one of the most prominent and successful physicians of this city, was called to the great beyond on the 30th day of April, since which time Mrs. ROGERS has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. MILLER. Besides her daughter, she leaves two sons, Chas. E. and Ghent W. ROGERS, who are prominent and successful druggists of Geary, Okla., who were present when the summons came and who have the sympathy of their many friends. Mrs. ROGERS has for a number of years been one of the most prominent members of the Central Christian Church of this city. It was known by all those present that Mrs. ROGERS was either sick or out of the city when she was not in her pew during the services. Notwithstanding her has been along illness, attended by great suffering she has borne it all with Christian fortitude. To her lady friends she made known her wishes as to how she wanted to be put away, selected her own pallbearers discussing the matter in a businesslike way, and often expressed her lack of fear for the future and her great hoe of "happiness over yonder." The funeral will be from her late home, 1314 West Avenue, this afternoon at 4 o'clock.

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GRIMES-NELSON -In obedience to the commands of the ever exacting Cupid and amid scenes of beauty, Rev. CUNNINGHAM spoke the words at the Presbyterian Church on Tuesday night which plighted the faith and united the lives of Miss Bettie NELSON and MR. Aiken GRIMES. In the decoration of the church the pink and white color scheme was prettily and tastily carried out, forming a most pleasing and attractive setting for the impressive ceremony. The groom entered with Dr. Wilbur FISHER, preceded by the ushers, Messrs. Walter MONTEITH, Harry COCHRAN, Chamblain CARTER and Willie GRIMES. The bride was led to the altar by her sister, Miss Mary NELSON of Ft. Worth, with Misses Vera MOREY, Bessie SPARKS, Annie SMTIH, Bessie ELLIS and Maidie GRIMES s attendants. The gowns of the bride and maids were lovely creations. The arrival of the bridal party at the Church was herald by Miss Lizzie GHENT who sang, "Thou Art Mine All", with Miss Belle JAMES presiding at the organ. Both Mr. and Mrs. GRIMES are deservedly popular young Belton people and have a host of admiring friends who join THE JOURNAL in wishing them a life full of joy, pleasure and happiness.

JOHNSON-BRANHAM -A pretty home wedding was that of last Tuesday afternoon when Mr. H.G. JOHNSON of Port Arthur and Miss Mary BRANHAM were united in holy bonds of matrimony, Miss BOYD played the march and Miss FLAKE sang, and Rev. J.D. Young preformed the marriage rites. The bride is the bright, beautiful and popular daughter of Mrs. Branham. She is a graduate of the Belton High School, the Belton Academy and the Huntsville Norma and was teaching in Port Arthur when the romance began which had its happy culmination in the union of Tuesday. Mr. JOHNSON is engaged in the oil business in Port Arthur. He is to be congratulated on winning the heart and hand of one of the loveliest daughters of Belton. Only relatives and a few intimate friends were invited. The bridal couple left on the noon train to visit the groom's parents after which they will be at home at Port Arthur.

DAVIDSON-HUDSON -Monday evening at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Taylor HUDSON, parents of the bride, Dr. W.T. DAVIDSON and Miss Mary HUDSON were married, Rev. J.D. YOUNG officiating. After congratulations and the serving of delicious refreshments, good-byes and good wishes were spoken as Dr. and Mrs. DAVIDSON started on their long bridal trip to the Philippines which will be their home for the present. The groom was reared in Bell County. He is a man of marked talent and of fine educational attainments both literally and professional. Before attending medical college he was for some years principal of the Belton High School. For the past either or ten years he has been a surgeon in the U.S. army and has risen to the rank of Captain, with excellent changes for further rapid promotions. He is stationed in the Philippines and by the time he reaches his post again will have traveled over sea and land more than 10,000 miles on his matrimonial mission. The bride is one of Belton's beauties. She has won favorable note as an accomplished reader and teacher of expression. She has the qualities of ? and heart that will give grace and charm to the home. And we feel sure that the omens on this occasion are auspicious and point out long life unalloyed happiness.

Engagement Announced -The engagement of Lamar DAVIS, son of Mayor Charles DAVIS, and Miss Ora ADAMS, two of El Paso's most prominent and popular young society people, is announced. The wedding will take place shortly after Easter. Mr. DAVIS is one of El Paso's most promising young business men, being a member of the well-known real estate firm of Turner & Davis. He is an officer in the Toltec club and a leader in society. Miss ADAMS is a popular favorite in society and is regarded as one of El Paso's prettiest and most charming young ladies. For the past two years she has been teaching in the public schools of the city, being at present a teacher in the Aoy school. El Paso Times (Feb. 16)

Card of Thanks -I wish to thank the people of Nolanville and community for their many acts of kindness and assistance during my wife's illness and death. Every word and deed was appreciated and made the burden more easily to bear. -John G. BLACKBURN

Compliments Belton Girl -The following excerpt from the Midland Reporter, complimentary to Miss Lizzie GHENT, is taken from the write up of the marriage of Mr. R.E. RANKIN'S brother to Miss COWDEN. Miss GHENT, the Midland Nightingale, sang, "Thou Art My All." Her sweet voice for which she is so well known, captivated the large audience, and each note was as pure as the ring of the wedding bell itself, and it is certainly beyond a shadow of a doubt that she sang peace joy and contentment into the hearts and minds of her hearers, and thereby helped to send the happy couple on their way rejoicing. She was accompanied on the piano by that clever pianist, Miss Margaret COLLIER.

Mrs. M.C. VANDIVER -Waiting at the Temple depot early Saturday morning to take the train-in company with her cousin and his family-for a visit to her old South Carolina home, Mrs. VANDIVER suffered a stroke of apoplexy. Quickly as it could be done a physician was called and her daughter Mrs. CHEATHAM, carried her home; but she was beyond the reach of human aid or medical skill, and life was soon extinct. The funeral took place at 4:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon. Not withstanding the frequent showers, the great company had assembled, among them many Belton friends, to pay the tribute of love and respect. The floral offerings were many and lovely. In the absence of the Baptist pastor, Rev. C.W. PEYTON conducted the services.

The graduating classes of the Temple high school since 1902 had made it a rule to order an extra class pin to be presented to Mrs. VANDIVER. These five pins, according to her with were elasped upon her breast, and they were a greater honor than any decorations of royalty or stars on the bloody fields of battle. For sixteen years, Mrs. VANDIVER had bee a teacher in the high school, and for about an equal number of years previous to that she had conducted a private school in Belton. Mrs. VANDIVER had the qualities of a great teacher. Her intellect was almost masculine in its scope and grasp, but refined and sweetened by all the graces of ideal Southern womanhood. There are hundreds of men and women in this county upon whose lives and character has been made the indelible stamp of her influence and inspiration for things higher and nobler. And it must be insisted that the very suddenness of death's call was a most fitting close to such a life. Glorious transition from the toll of earth to the bliss of Paradise! To the daughters, Mrs. W.K. SAUNDERS and Mrs. CHEATHAM, to the son, Mr. W.O. VANDIVER, and to all bereft by this death, we join with a host of friends in tendering heartfelt condolences.

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John Hardy SMITH -Although all knew that it was but a question of time, yet none the less keen was the grief and general the sorrow when Hardy SMTIH reached the end. For weeks his father had been with him and friends did all in their power to mitigate the suffering. Mr. SMITH, the son of J.Z.T. SMITH of Keys Valley, had lived in Belton for a number of years, first as salesman for several firms and in the grocery business for himself. Every where he was a man of faultless business integrity. When he felt disease closing in, like a wise man he set his house in order. From his sick bed he directed his father in the settling up of any and every little accounts. He died Sunday evening, and Monday afternoon the remains were accompanied by the sorrowing family, kindred and friends and interred in the Keys Valley cemetery. Many others intended to go, but were prevented by the hard rain just at the hour that the procession was to leave town. Services were held by Rev. E.G. TOWNSEND. There is always a sad mystery in the ordering of Providence whenever a life is cut off before the meridian has been reached. But Faith, buoyed up by Hope, whispers a reassuring "its is best." To all who are bereaved by this death, we tender sincere sympathy.

Little Coral SINCLAIR- By a Friend -Words of comfort we fain would speak to the fond parents and bereaved relatives of the darling little flower which was taken from a happy home on the morning of Jan. 24, 1908. Every day a flower is plucked from the heart of some sunny garden. Every day a snow white pearl drops from the jeweled thread of love and the heart, the treasure box of the soul is emptied for its most precious gem. To Mr. and Mrs. SINCLAIR we offer our condolence in this their bitterest trial, but know that all words will not cease the flowing tears or mend the broken heart. The little hands whose dimpled fingers pressed the jeweled cup of love and passed in wondrous beauty over the string of gold leading to the soul, making the sweetest music in the heart are silent now. The little voice so childish and sweet is hushed forever. We know the desolation which fills the hearts in this stricken home. In grief so deep as yours as no human words can comfort, nothing can fill the aching void or heal the heart so bruised and torn. None other can take the place of your angel baby. No other form can fill mother's arms in the same loving way. No other little arms will hug "Daddy" and cling quite so tight and fast as hers. No other eyes will look up to "Granny" with the same trusting love as little Coral used to do I know how your hearts ache for the sound of her little feet and the clatter of her wee baby tongue. No other voice made music half so sweet, and you can not wean your hearts from waiting.

MASSENGALE-CLOUD -Mr. Albert MASSENGALE and Miss Addie CLOUD were quietly married at the home of the bride's-parents in Killeen early Wednesday evening. Only a few of their close friends and relatives being present to witness the ceremony. Mr. MASSENGALE is a popular young man of this community, having been raised near Killeen and bears an excellent reputation. Miss Addie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. CLOUD and her life has been spent in our midst, where she is loved and honored by everyone. May the lives of this young couple be crowned with the height of success is the wish of the Herald.

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Pleasant Family Reunion -Five Sisters and a Brother Enjoy Reunion, First in 33 years. Mesdames V.O. LEE of Comanche, Mary GILLILAND of Ft. Worth, J.D. ERNEST of Plains, and R.L. CHALK of San Antonio have spent the past three weeks here as guests of their sisters, Mesdames N.E. MEYERS and J.H. POWERS. This is the first time these sisters and brothers have all be together in thirty-eight years. When the family was together before they were in the home of their parents Mr. and Mrs. W.R. CHALK in the old stone house which stands near the park on the south side of Nolan. In addition to the dinners and other social pleasures which have been enjoyed with relatives here and in Killeen two pleasant trips have been taken to points connected with the family history and with history of the county. The first trip was to the old FERGUSON mill on the Salado. The first mill erected on the site of the FERGUSON mill was a water mill built there sixty-one years ago by Whitfield CHALK an uncle of the members of the reunion party. Mr. CHALK was the first sheriff o Williamson County, coming to Bell from that county. The mill has fallen into disuse and decay but three of the walls still stand in part and some of the old water mill stones were left on the site. Fragments of these stones, which made the meal for the dwellers in this county sixty years ago were broken off and brought away as souvenirs not only of the recent pleasant fishing trip but in memory of the long ago. The other trip was to the old CHALK homestead near Killeen which in the early fifties sheltered many a white man, woman and child during Indian raids which were not then infrequent. The house is built of hewn boards about three feet thick. The lumber is of bur oak and was hewn on the Lampasas river and hauled a distance of twenty or twenty five miles. During the last raid of the Indians in this county, about 1858, when the RIGGS family were killed; settlers of that section gathered in the CHALK home. The Indians passed within sight of the home. The CHALK family were among the earlier settlers of the county and were connected with many of its early thrilling incidents. Of the immediate family of ten four have passed away-father, mother and two brothers.

Popular Couple are Married at Pleasanton -Pleasanton, Dec. 22-At a very quiet ceremony, attended only by the immediate friends and relatives of the contracting parties. Bertha D. BREUSS, daughter of the proprietor of the Farmer's Hotel and J. Thomas POWERS one of Pleasanton's best known young men were united in marriage at 3 o'clock Sunday, at the home of the bride's parents. Rev. HARBAUGH of the Presbyterian Church, officiated. The bride wore a beautiful gown of silk mulle and lace. She was attended by Miss Leomore SINCLAIR and Miss Emma REIMERS. Chester ABBOTT attended the groom as bet man. The popularity of the young couple is evidenced by the number and beauty of their gifts. Both are well known church workers and their many friends wish them well on their journey. After a short visit to the bay cities they will make their home in Pleasanton.-Oakland (Cal.) Tribune

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