Thomas Mathias1

Family

Family
Children 1.Reverend Joseph Mathias1
 2.Elizabeth Mathias+1 b. 12 Sep 1765, d. 28 Aug 1803

Citations

  1. [S2037] Edward Mathews, The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a, downloaded from the Family History Library at www.familysearch.org. (Landsdale, Pennsylvania: Arthur K. Thomas, 1884), Chapter XVI. The children of Gwently Thomas, pages 62-64, William Morris. Hereinafter cited as The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a.

_____ Mathias1

Family
Father*Abel Mathias1 b. 1768, d. 11 Apr 1850
Mother*Sarah __?__1 b. 1770, d. 26 Aug 1858
Birth*_____ Mathias was born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.1 
Marriage*She married _____ Evans.1 

Family

 _____ Evans
Child 1.Juliet Evans1

Citations

  1. [S1614] Pennsylvania, Wills and Probate Records, 1683-1993, online at www.ancestry.com, will of Abel Mathias, #8876, dated 25 September 1835, with codicil dated 22 April 1843, and proved 15 October 1850, Bucks County Wills, Volumes 13-14, 1847-1859, pages 332-334, images 165-166 of 684. Hereinafter cited as Pennsylvania Wills and Probate Records, 1683-1993.

Helen Matteson1

b. 21 December 1902, d. 10 September 2002
Family
Birth*21 December 1902Helen Matteson was born on 21 December 1902 in Phillips County, Kansas.2 
Name VariationHer full name was Helen Christine Matteson.2 
Marriage License16 October 1926A marriage license was issued to Helen Matteson and Joy J. Whitten in Concordia, Cloud County, Kansas, on 16 October 1926. Joy, who was 19 years old, reported his age as 21 years, and Helen was age 23.1 
Marriage*16 October 1926She married, the same day their license was issued, Joy Joseph Whitten, son of Joseph William Faubion and Rachel Addie Whitten, on 16 October 1926, probably in Concordia.2,3,1 
(Wife) Death8 March 1985Helen became a widow when Joy Joseph Whitten died on 8 March 1985 at age 77.3 
Death*10 September 2002She died on 10 September 2002 in Hastings, Adams County, Nebraska, at age 992 
Burial* and was buried with her husband in Section CEM, Block South Park, Lot 53, Space 01, of Parkview Cemetery, Hastings, Adams County, Nebraska.2,3 

Family

 Joy J. Faubion b. 28 Apr 1907, d. 8 Mar 1985

Citations

  1. [S2383] Joy J. Whitten and Helen Matteson 1926 Marriage License, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Concordia News, (Concordia, Kansas), Monday, 18 October 1926, page 4, marriage license issued on Saturday, 16 October, to Joy J. Whitten, age 21, of Republican City, Nebraska and Helen Matteson, age 23, of Phillipsburg, Kansas. Hereinafter cited as Joy J. Whitten and Helen Matteson 1926 Marriage License.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Helen Christine (Matteson) Whitten, Memorial# 14930662. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Joy Joseph “JJ” Whitten, Memorial# 62198866.

Benjamin Matthews Esq.1

Family

Family
Child 1.Rachel Matthews+1 b. 21 Feb 1771, d. 1 Aug 1856

Citations

  1. [S2037] Edward Mathews, The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a, downloaded from the Family History Library at www.familysearch.org. (Landsdale, Pennsylvania: Arthur K. Thomas, 1884), Chapter XVI. The children of Gwently Thomas, pages 62-64, William Morris. Hereinafter cited as The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a.

Christopher Matthews

b. circa 1762
Family
ChartsDescendants of John Hinds, including our Walters and Ralphs
Birth*circa 1762Christopher Matthews was born circa 1762 in Kildare, County Westmeath, Ireland.1 
Marriage*29 January 1787He married Martha Hinds, daughter of Ralph Hinds and Esther Cannon, on 29 January 1787 in Rodanstown, County Meath, Ireland.1 
(Cousin) Deed Memorial6 February 1795Christopher was party to a deed of lease and release dated 05 and 6 February 1795 made between Walter Hinds of Corrakane, grandson and heir at law of Walter Hinds, late of Corrakane, deceased, of the first part, Walter Hinds of the city of Dublin, eldest son and heir at law of Thomas Hinds, deceased, and also a grandson of Walter Hinds of Corrakane deceased, of the second part, Thomas Hinds of the city of Dublin of the third part, and Christopher Matthews of Baytownpark in the county of Meath, of the fourth part, whereby Walter Hinds of Corrakane and Walter Hinds of the city of Dublin, for the considerations therein mentioned, did give, grant, bargain, sell, remise, release and confirm unto Thomas Hinds, his heirs and assigns, all that and those the lands of Gortnatrieve and Behy to hold the towns, lands and premises unto Thomas Hinds to the intent that he might become perfect tenant of the freehold to the end that one or more common recovery or recoveries might thereof be had and suffered in which Christopher Matthews was to be the demandant (or plaintiff) in the recovery or recoveries, Thomas Hinds the tenant, and Walter Hinds of the city of Dublin was to be vouched to warranty. And the recoveror and recoverors in such recovery and recoveries named or to be named to stand and be seized of the towns, lands and premises to the only use and behalf of Walter Hinds of the city of Dublin, his heirs and assigns, subject to the charges and encumbrances contained in the articles of agreement therein and herein before mentioned.2 
(Cousin) Land Recovery1795A common recovery was suffered on the towns and lands of Gortnatrieve and Behy in Easter term 1795 and Walter Hinds of Bruce Hall, by virtue of his earlier deed of release and common recovery, became seized in his demesne as of fee of, and in, the lands and premises of Gortnatrieve and Behy.2 

Family

 Martha Hinds b. c 1766

Citations

  1. [S8] Community Contributed Family Information, International Genealogical Index (IGI) available online at https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/igi. The International Genealogical Index was a family history database that listed several hundred million names of deceased persons from throughout the world. Names in the IGI came from two sources: Community Indexed and Community Contributed. The Community Contributed IGI contained family information submitted by members to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Although we have often found the contributed information to be unreliable, inaccurate or incomplete, we consider the information a possible clue as we research. (Salt Lake City, Utah: www.familysearch.org), accuracy not known, although considered very plausible by this researcher; record was submitted to the IGI after 1991 by an unidentified member of the LDS Church.
  2. [S588] Ireland Registry of Deeds, Transcripts of memorials of deeds, conveyances and wills, 1708-1929; on 2687 FHL microfilms. Most are now digitized and available online at www.familysearch.org, LDS Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah: 1821; Film number 467074; Volume 765; Page 539; Deed number 519474. Hereinafter cited as Deeds, conveyances and wills, 1708-1929.

Ellen Matthews1,2

b. 1802
Family
Birth*1802Ellen Matthews was born in 1802 in Ohio.1 
Marriage*She married Jesse Murphy.1 

Family

 Jesse Murphy b. 1792
Child 1.William Murphy+1,2 b. 1830

Citations

  1. [S17] 1850 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Jesse and Ellen Murphey, Year: 1850; Census Place: Franklin, Adams, Ohio; Roll: 657; Page: 7a. Hereinafter cited as 1850 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S1701] Illinois, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1800-1940, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 3 February 1884 in Jersey County, Illinois, USA, of Celia Myers, age 53, daughter of Joseph Belcher and Ruth Walls, and William Murphy, age 54, son of Jesse Murphy and Ellen Matthews. Hereinafter cited as Illinois, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1800-1940.

Felix Matthews1

Family
Marriage*12 December 1829He married Mary Ann Britt, daughter of Obadiah Britt and Sarah Wheeler, on 12 December 1829.1 

Family

 Mary Ann Britt b. 1809, d. 17 Oct 1855

Citations

  1. [S2227] Cheyanne Britt Conner, The Life and Times of Obadiah Britt and Sarah Wheeler Britt, downloaded from the Family History Library at www.familysearch.org. Biographical and genealogical information about Obadiah Britt, Jr. (1763-1862) and about his wife, Sarah (Wheeler) Britt (1763-1855) and some of their descendants. They married in 1785 and lived in Albemarle County, Virginia and Barren County, Kentucky. Includes an index, a helpful table of contents and excellent documentation of sources. (Indianapolis, Indiana: C. B. Conner, 1981), page 17, Family Group Sheet for Sarah Britt nee Wheeler and Obadiah Britt. Hereinafter cited as Obadiah Britt and Sarah Wheeler.

George W. Matthews1

(Surety) Marriage Bond12 December 1827A marriage bond was issued to John Matthews and George W. Matthews in Barren County, Kentucky, on 12 December 1827, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage between John Matthews and Deliah Wheeler. A marriage license was issued and Delia's mother, Elizabeth Furlong, signed her consent for the marriage of her daughter to Captain John Matthews.1 

Citations

  1. [S1739] Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage bond and license issued on 12 December 1829 in Barren County, Kentucky, USA, to John Matthews and George W. Matthews, the condition of the obligation is such that a marriage is intended between the above John Matthews and Delila Wheeler, her mother Elizabeth Furlong signing her consent, citing FHL Film# 000209752. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965.

George W. Matthews1

b. 8 July 1847
Family
Father*John Matthews1 b. 28 Apr 1805, d. 13 Aug 1873
Mother*Deliah Wheeler1 b. 26 Feb 1809, d. 17 Jan 1890
Birth*8 July 1847George W. Matthews was born on 8 July 1847 in Barren County, Kentucky.1 
Name VariationHis full name was Geroge Washington Matthews.1 
(Son) Death17 January 1890His mother died at age 80, on 17 January 1890, at his home on Skaggs Creek, Barren County, from the effects of falling on a hard floor on New Year's day.2 

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, George Washington Matthews, Memorial# 68630444. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Delilah (Wheeler) Matthews, Memorial# 133370878.

Ida Matthews1

b. 1894, d. 27 April 1953
Family
Birth*1894Ida Matthews was born about 1894 in Germany.2,3 
Immigration*1903She immigrated to the United States of America in 1903 and had been naturalized.4 
Marriage*11 November 1913She married Andrew Hansen on 11 November 1913 in Salt Lake County, Utah. Andrew was 26 years of age and Ida was age 19.1,5,6,3 
Census US 1930*3 April 1930Ida and Andrew Hansen were enumerated on the 1930 census taken on 3 April 1930 in Vaughn, Cascade County, Montana. Andrew was 42 years of age and a farmer working on his own account, and Ida was 35 years of age. They owned their farm and did not have a radio set. Six children were enumerated with their parents in 1930. Frances was 14 years old; Alvin M. was 13; Evelyn R. was 11 years old; Lucille was 10; Virginia was 7; and Elwood L. was 5 years old. All of the children, except for Elwood, had attended school during the census year.4 
Census US 1940*3 April 1940Ida and Andrew Hansen were enumerated on the 1940 census taken on 3 April 1940 in Vaughn, Cascade County, Montana. Andrew was 51 years of age, had completed his education through the 8th grade of Elementary School, and worked as a farmer doing private work on his own account. He had worked 72 hours the week before the census was taken and 52 weeks in 1939. He reported that his farm had not produced an income in 1939, and that he had income from other sources. His wife, Ida, was 45 years of age, had completed her education through the 5th grade of Elementary School, and worked at home doing her own house work. They owned their house and farm, which was valued at $800, and had lived in the same house on 1 April 1935. Two of their children and a grandson were enumerated with them in 1940. Their daughter, Virginia, was 17 years old, had completed her education through the 3rd year of High School, and had attended school within the census year; and their son, Elwood L., was 15 years old, had completed his education through the 8th grade of Elementary School, and had attended school within the census year. The couple's grandson, Lawrence D. Getts, was the son of the Hansen's daughter, Evelyn Ruth (Hansen) Getts, who was 21 years of age, divorced, and enumerated in 1940 in Great Falls, Cascade County, in the household of her sister, Frances (Hansen) Kalanick, who had married John J. Kalanick Jr. four months before the census was taken. Young Lawrence was 2 years old.2 
Death*27 April 1953She died on 27 April 1953 in Montana at about age 593 
Burial* and was buried in Section 2 of Highland Cemetery, Great Falls, Cascade County, Montana.3 

Family

 Andrew Hansen b. 5 Jul 1887, d. Oct 1965
Children 1.Frances Hansen4 b. 21 Aug 1915
 2.Evelyn R. Hansen+1 b. 11 May 1918, d. 1 Jan 2009
 3.Virginia Hansen2 b. 1923
 4.Elwood L. Hansen2 b. 1925

Citations

  1. [S2144] Montana, U.S., Marriage Records, 1943-1988, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 11 October 1947 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, USA, of Evelyn Getts of Hedgesville, Montana, age 29, her 2nd marriage, divorced, born on 11 May 1918 in Kemmerer, Wyoming to Andy Hansen and Ida Matthews, married Louis W. Shadley of Harlowton, Montana, age 25, his 1st marriage, born on 11 September 1922 in Harlowton, Montana to Frank Lee Shadley and Esther I. Chambers, citing Certificate# Yel. 4052, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Helena, Montana, Montana State Marriage Records, 1943-1986. Hereinafter cited as Montana, U.S., Marriage Records, 1943-1988.
  2. [S1441] 1940 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Andrew and Ida Hansen, (their surname spelled "Hanson" by the census taker), Year: 1940; Census Place: Vaughn, Cascade, Montana; Roll: m-t0627-02215; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 7-87. Hereinafter cited as 1940 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Ida M (Matthews) Hansen, Memorial# 47934487. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  4. [S91] 1930 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Andrew H. and Ida Hansen, Vaughn, Cascade, Montana; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 0090; FHL microfilm: 2340989. Hereinafter cited as 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S1703] Utah, Select County Marriages, 1887-1937, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 11 November 1913 in Salt Lake, Utah, United States, of Ida Mathews, age 19, born about 1894, and Andrew Hanson, age 26, born about 1887, referencing FHL Film# 429306. Hereinafter cited as Utah, Select County Marriages, 1887-1937.
  6. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Hans Andrew Hansen, Memorial# 47934509.

Reverend James Matthews1

Family
ChartsDescendants of Thomas Gerrard of Gibbstown, County Meath, Ireland and his Brothers
Descendants of John Hinds, including our Walters and Ralphs
Marriage License1820A marriage license bond was issued to Reverend James Matthews and Martha Hinds in Diocese of Meath, Ireland, in 1820.2,3 
Marriage Settlement*12 January 1820A memorial of an indented deed of appointment dated 12 January 1820 was made between Sarah (Gerrard) Hinds of Ballaghtalion in the county of Meath, widow of the late Matthew Hinds of Trim in the said county, Esq., deceased, of the first part, Thomas Potterton of Ballaghtalion in said county of Meath, Esq. and Eleanora Anne Hinds, otherwise Potterton, and John Hinds of Jervis Street in the city of Dublin, attorney at law, of the second part, Matilda Hinds, daughter of the said Sarah Hinds, of the third part, and the Reverend James Matthews of Rathbeggan in the said county of Meath, of the fourth part.

Whereby the said Sarah Hinds, in consideration of a marriage to be had and solemnized between the said James Matthews and Matilda Hinds, agreed to settle on the said Matilda Hinds, her executors, administrators and assigns, the sum of £600, part of a sum of £1,200 left her, the said Sarah Hinds, under the will of William Gerrard of Dormstown in the said county, Esq., her father, bearing date the 24 day of December 1788, which said sum of £1,200 was assigned in trust to Singleton Harpur, Robert Waller and James Gibney for the use of the children of the said Sarah Hinds with her then husband Matthew Hinds to the intent and purpose that she, the said Sarah Hinds, should receive and take the yearly interest thereof and to be free from the engagements or debts of said Matthew Hinds or any after taken husband. And upon trust that the said trustees, their executors or administrators, should, after the said Sarah's death dispose of the said sum of £1,200 amongst the said Sarah's children as she should direct, limit and approve.

And whereas the said Matthew Hinds is since dead and has left issue by said Sarah three children, namely John Hinds, Matilda Hinds and Eleanor Anne who is married to Thomas Potterton.

And whereas said Sarah under the power given her in said will, and with the approbation of the said John Hinds and Matilda Hinds on the intermarriage of said Eleanor Anne and Thomas Potterton, settled upon said Eleanor Anne the sum of £600, part of the sum of £1,200.

And whereas in consideration of said marriage so to be had between the said James Matthews and Matilda Hinds, she the said Sarah, by and with the consent of the said John Hinds, Thomas Potterton and Eleanor Anne signing thereof, has agreed to appoint and settle the remaining sum of £600, part of the sum of £1,200 on the said Matilda, same to be paid her immediately after the death of the said Sarah, and to be her own property, and to be at her the said Matilda's sole disposal and free from the debts and engagements of the said James Matthews, her intended husband.

The memorial stated that the deed contained other necessary clauses and covenants as to the execution thereof, and the deed and the memorial were executed and signed by all parties and witnessed appropriately. The memorial was registered on 27 Jan 1820.4 
Marriage*1820He married Martha Hinds, daughter of Matthew Hinds and Sarah Gerrard, in 1820 in County Meath, Ireland.1 

Family

 Martha Hinds

Citations

  1. [S588] Ireland Registry of Deeds, Transcripts of memorials of deeds, conveyances and wills, 1708-1929; on 2687 FHL microfilms. Most are now digitized and available online at www.familysearch.org, LDS Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah: 1820, Deed# 509130, Film# 464731 volume 748, identifying page location# 395A and 395B. Hereinafter cited as Deeds, conveyances and wills, 1708-1929.
  2. [S1500] Ireland. Public Record Office, Index to Church of Ireland diocesan marriage licenses. Microfilm of original records at the Dublin Public Record Office. Although these licenses were issued by the established Church of Ireland, they were issued to Catholics as well as Protestants who chose to be married by license. Most of the actual licenses were destroyed in the 1922 fire at the Public Record Office; only the indexes survived: Film# 100869, Volume 5, Meath Diocese 1655, 1702-1845; on15 microfilm reels, LDS Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah. Hereinafter cited as Index to Church of Ireland diocesan marriage licenses.
  3. [S1622] Ireland Diocesan and Prerogative Marriage Licence Bonds Indexes 1623-1866, online at Find My Past, www.findmypast.com. Hereinafter cited as Ireland Diocesan and Prerogative Marriage Licence Bonds Indexes 1623-1866.
  4. [S588] Ireland Registry of Deeds, Deeds, conveyances and wills, 1708-1929; on 2687 FHL microfilms: 1820, Deed# 509130, Film# 464731 volume 748, identifying page location# 395A and 395B, image 176.

John Matthews1

(Father-in-Law) Probate15 September 1862John's son-in-law, Charles M. Wheeler, was appointed the Administrator for the estate of Jesse White Rigdon, who had died intestate, when probate was opened on 15 September 1862 in Barren County, Kentucky. John Matthews was added as a surety.1 

Citations

  1. [S2230] Kentucky, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1774-1989, online at www.ancestry.com, administration for the estate of J W Rigdon, with Charles M. Wheeler appointed Administrator, with John Matthews as second surety, opened for probate 15 September 1862 in Barren County, Kentucky, USA, referencing Administrator Bonds, 1848-1869, Mixed Probate Records, 1799-1884, Kentucky. County Court (Barren County), Barren, Kentucky. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1774-1989.

John Matthews1

b. 28 April 1805, d. 13 August 1873
Family
Birth*28 April 1805John Matthews was born on 28 April 1805 in Barren County, Kentucky.1 
Marriage Bond12 December 1827A marriage bond was issued to John Matthews and George W. Matthews in Barren County, Kentucky, on 12 December 1827, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage between John Matthews and Deliah Wheeler. A marriage license was issued and Delia's mother, Elizabeth Furlong, signed her consent for the marriage of her daughter to Captain John Matthews.2 
Marriage*17 December 1827He married Deliah Wheeler, daughter of John Wheeler and Elizabeth Emerson, on 17 December 1827.1,3 
(Surety) Marriage Bond30 January 1837A marriage bond was issued to Micajah Wheeler and his nephew, John Matthews, in Barren County, Kentucky, on 30 January 1837, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage between Micajah Wheeler and Hannah Furlong. A marriage license was issued and Hannah's mother, Martha Furlong, signed her consent for Micajah Wheeler to marry her daughter.4 
Death*13 August 1873He died on 13 August 1873 in Barren County, Kentucky, at age 681 
Burial* and was buried in Matthews Cemetery, Rocky Hill, Barren County.1 

Family

 Deliah Wheeler b. 26 Feb 1809, d. 17 Jan 1890
Children 1.Julia Ann Matthews5 b. 9 Apr 1840
 2.George W. Matthews6 b. 8 Jul 1847

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Capt John Matthews, Memorial# 133371565. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S1739] Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage bond and license issued on 12 December 1829 in Barren County, Kentucky, USA, to John Matthews and George W. Matthews, the condition of the obligation is such that a marriage is intended between the above John Matthews and Delila Wheeler, her mother Elizabeth Furlong signing her consent, citing FHL Film# 000209752. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Delilah (Wheeler) Matthews, Memorial# 133370878.
  4. [S2231] Kentucky, County Marriages, 1797-1954, online from the Family History Library, www.familysearch.org, marriage bond and license issued on 30 January 1837 in Barren County, Kentucky, to Micajah Wheeler and John Matthews in the amount of £50, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage to be solemnized between Micajah Wheeler and Hannah Furlong, her mother, Martha Furlong signing her consent for Micajah Wheeler to marry her daughter, citing FHL Film# 209753, Digital# 5552450, image# 648 of 1020. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, County Marriages, 1797-1954.
  5. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Julia Ann (Matthews) Wheeler, Memorial# 45226954.
  6. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, George Washington Matthews, Memorial# 68630444.

Julia Ann Matthews1

b. 9 April 1840
Family
Father*John Matthews1 b. 28 Apr 1805, d. 13 Aug 1873
Mother*Deliah Wheeler1 b. 26 Feb 1809, d. 17 Jan 1890
Birth*9 April 1840Julia Ann Matthews was born on 9 April 1840 in Glasgow, Barren County, Kentucky.1 
Marriage*15 March 1860She married Charles M. Wheeler on 15 March 1860 in Barren County, Kentucky.1,2 
Census US 1850*22 September 1860Julia Ann and Charles M. Wheeler were enumerated on the 1850 census taken on 22 September 1860 in District 2, Glasgow Post Office, Barren County, Kentucky. Charles was 25 years of age and a school teacher with real estate valued at $1,000 and a personal estate valued at $300. Julia was age 20, and they had been married within the census year.3 

Family

 Charles M. Wheeler b. 20 Jan 1835

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Julia Ann (Matthews) Wheeler, Memorial# 45226954. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Charles M Wheeler, Memorial# 45226945.
  3. [S18] 1860 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of C. M. and Julia A. Wheeler, Year: 1860; Census Place: District 2, Barren, Kentucky; Page: 1056. Hereinafter cited as 1860 United States Federal Census.

Laura Ann Matthews1,2

b. 12 July 1857, d. 26 April 1932
Family
Birth*12 July 1857Laura Ann Matthews was born on 12 July 1857.3,4 
Marriage*6 February 1873She married John W. Spence, son of James H. Spence and Rocceana Kensler, on 6 February 1873 in Madison County, Illinois.1,5 
Census US 1880*10 June 1880Laura and John W. Spence appeared on the 1880 census taken on 9 and 10 June 1880 in Nameoki, Madison County, Illinois. The family's surname was transcribed by Ancestry as "Strena". John W. Sr. was 28 years of age and a farmer, and Laura was 22 and keeping house. The couple's three children resided with their parents in 1880. John W. Jr. was 5, Roxanna A. 4, and William J., transcribed as "Urikaius J.", was 1 year old. Also residing in the Spence household in 1880 was the couple's niece, Truly Wheatley, who was 12 years old and had attended school within the census year.6 
Census US 1900*11 June 1900Laura and John W. Spence were enumerated on the 1900 census taken on 11 June 1900 in Centerview, Johnson County, Missouri. John was 48 years of age and a farmer, and Laura was 22. They had been married for 26 years and Laura had given birth to 12 children, 11 of whom were still living, and their farm and home was owned with a mortgage. Nine of their children resided in their parents' household in 1900. Roxie was 23 years old, James was 17, Edgar 14, Gentry 12, Laura 11, Lucy 9, Rena 8, Jesse 5 and Robert 2. Only James, Edgar, Gentry and Laura had attended school within the census year.4 
(Wife) Death10 September 1908Laura became a widow when John W. Spence died on 10 September 1908 at age 57.7 
Census US 1910*26 April 1910Laura appeared as the head of her household on the 1910 census taken on 26 April 1910 in Centerview, Johnson County, Missouri. She was a widow, 52 years of age and a farmer who owned her farm and home free of mortgage. Eight of her children resided in her household in 1910. John was 34 years old and worked as a farm laborer on the family farm, Roxie was 33 with her occupation recorded as "none", and William was 30 and a farm laborer working outside of his family's farm. The five younger children listed no occupations. Gentry was 23, Irene 17, Jesse Jewell, who was enumerated as Jewell, was 15, Robert 12 and Katie 9. Everyone in the family could read and write and Irene, Jewell, Robert and Katie had all attended school at some time since 1 September 1909.8 
(Daughter-in-Law) Will15 June 1912Laura's father-in-law, James H. Spence, prepared his will in Warrensburg, Johnson County, Missouri, on 15 June 1912, four years after his son, John W. Spence, Laura's husband's, death. He stated he was of sound mind and memory and directed that after his decease his estate shall be disposed of as follows:

He first directed that the expenses of his funeral and last sickness and all just debts shall be paid as soon as practicable.

Second, he gave and bequeathed to his beloved wife Martha J. Spence to be hers absolutely, all of his clothing, household goods, furniture, domestic tools and utensils and $500. He did not devise to her any real estate because, in lieu thereof, he had already caused his homestead, to wit Lots One and Two of J. H. Spence's Addition to the said city of Warrensburg, to be conveyed to her absolutely.

Third, he gave and devised to his beloved daughter, and only surviving child, Catherine Braden, wife of Philip Braden, of Nameoki, Madison County, Illinois, absolutely in fee simple, and as her sole and separate estate, the following real estate situate in said Johnson County, state of Missouri, to wit the north one-third of lots forty-seven (47) and forty-eight (48) in Benjamin W. Grover's Depot Addition to the said city of Warrensburg.

Fourth, he stated his only other child was his beloved son, John W. Spence, deceased, and that he had assisted him financially to procure the farm he owned and upon which he resided at the time of his death. Therefore, his will gave and devised nothing to his son's children or lineal descendants, stating his son left surviving him twelve children, and some of them have perhaps double Christian names, but in mentioning them here from memory only, he would use but one Christian name for each. Namely, John, William, Edgar, Gentry, James, Roxanna, Katie, Jewell, and Robert Spence and Laura Shadwick, Irene Shadwick and Lucy Perry (or Peary) (or Parry).

Fifth, if after all the provisions of the foregoing sections numbered One, Two and Three are carried into effect there should yet remain some of his estate, he gave and devised the same, whether real or personal, to his said daughter Catherine Braden.

Sixth, in order that the cash may be derived to carry out the provisions of said sections numbered First and Second, to defray the necessary expenses of administration, he authorized and empowered his executor (or administrator with this will annexed) to sell and convey any of his real estate, except that herein devised, at the best price he can obtain, and without first requiring any order of Court or appraisement.

Seventh, he nominated and appointed William Shockey to be the sole executor of his will.

James signed his will with his mark in the presence of witnesses, D.W. Clark and Philip S. Day.9 
(Mother) Census US 19202 January 1920Laura was enumerated on the 1920 census taken on 2 January 1920 in the household of her son, Jesse, and his wife Pearl, at 1304 Locust Street, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. Laura was 64 years of age and widowed.10 
Death*26 April 1932She died on 26 April 1932 at age 743 
Burial* and was buried with her husband in Lot 417 of Sunset Hill Cemetery, Warrensburg, Johnson County, Missouri.3 

Family

 John W. Spence b. 11 Aug 1851, d. 10 Sep 1908
Children 1.John W. Spence6 b. 1875
 2.Roxanna Abigail Spence11 b. 23 Dec 1875, d. 3 Jan 1954
 3.William Joseph Spence12 b. 1879, d. 1918
 4.James Andrew Spence2 b. 4 Sep 1883, d. 11 Jun 1972
 5.Edgar Wilson Spence4 b. 1 Feb 1885, d. 28 Oct 1945
 6.Gentry Spence8 b. Dec 1887
 7.Laura E. Spence4 b. Nov 1888
 8.Lucy Spence4 b. Aug 1890
 9.Irene Spence4 b. Sep 1892
 10.Jesse Jewell Spence4 b. 16 Dec 1894, d. 30 Aug 1963
 11.Robert Spence4 b. Jan 1897
 12.Katie Spence8 b. 1901

Citations

  1. [S1701] Illinois, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1800-1940, online at www.ancestry.com, John W. Spence and Laura Matthews. Madison County, 6 February 1873, referencing Film Number: 001306457. Hereinafter cited as Illinois, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1800-1940.
  2. [S1767] Missouri, U.S., Birth Registers, 1847-1999, online at www.ancestry.com, James Andrew Spence, son of John Wesley Spence and Laura Ann Spence, born on 4 September 1883 in Centre View, Johnson County. Hereinafter cited as Missouri, U.S., Birth Registers, 1847-1999.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Laura (Matthews) Spence, Memorial# 134388971. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  4. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John W. and Laura Spence, Centerview, Johnson, Missouri; Page: 6; Enumeration District: 0102; FHL microfilm: 1240868. Hereinafter cited as 1900 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John W. and Laura Spence, Centerview, Johnson, Missouri; Page: 6; Enumeration District: 0102; FHL microfilm: 1240868, reporting the year of their marriage as 1874.
  6. [S23] 1880 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John W. and Laura Spence (transcribed as "Strena" on Ancestry), Nameoki, Madison, Illinois; Roll: 233; Page: 395C; Enumeration District: 027. Hereinafter cited as 1880 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, John Wesley Spence, Memorial# 134388939.
  8. [S40] 1910 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Laura Spence, Centerview, Johnson, Missouri; Roll: T624_793; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 0102; FHL microfilm: 1374806. Hereinafter cited as 1910 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S1769] Missouri, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1766-1988, online at www.ancestry.com, will of James H. Spence dated 15 June 1912, Johnson County, Will Records, Volume G, 1905-1916, page 456, image# 272. Hereinafter cited as Missouri, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1766-1988.
  10. [S73] 1920 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Jesse J. and Pearl Spence, Kansas City Ward 6, Jackson, Missouri; Roll: T625_926; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 99. Hereinafter cited as 1920 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Roxanna Abigail "Roxie" (Spence) Graham, Memorial# 134388738.
  12. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, William Joseph Spence, Memorial# 133329270.

Mariah Matthews1

b. 1817, d. 6 March 1892
Family
Birth*1817Mariah Matthews was born about 1817 in Kentucky.1 
Marriage*3 October 1837She married Henry Carter on 3 October 1837 in Barren County, Kentucky.1 
Death*6 March 1892She died on 6 March 1892 in Park City, Barren County, at about age 751 
Burial* and was buried in Winn Cemetery #2, Lucas, Barren County.1 

Family

 Henry Carter
Child 1.Mary E. Carter+1,2 b. 19 Apr 1844, d. 16 Apr 1920

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Mariah (Matthews) Carter, Memorial# 155495737. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Mary Elizabeth “Bettie” (Carter) Woodcock, Memorial# 107901946.

Mary Matthews1,2

b. 1800
Family
Birth*1800Mary Matthews was born about 1800 in Virginia.1 
Name VariationShe was called Polly.1 
Marriage*She married Henry Emmerson, son of Henry Emmerson Sr..1 
Census US 1850*5 August 1850Polly and Henry Emmerson were enumerated on the 1850 census taken on 5 August 1850 in Division 1, Barren County, Kentucky. Henry was 73 years of age and a farmer with real estate valued at $250, and Polly was 50 years of age. Their daughter, Henrietta, was enumerated with her parents and was 21 years old.1 

Family

 Henry Emmerson b. 1777
Child 1.Henrietta Emmerson1 b. 1829

Citations

  1. [S17] 1850 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Henry and Polly Emmerson Sr., Year: 1850; Census Place: Division 1, Barren, Kentucky; Roll: 191; Page: 328b. Hereinafter cited as 1850 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Henrietta (Emerson) Coleman, Memorial# 155465846. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.

Rachel Matthews1

b. 21 February 1771, d. 1 August 1856
Family
Father*Benjamin Matthews Esq.1
Birth*21 February 1771Rachel Matthews was born on 21 February 1771.1 
Marriage*She married first Joseph Dungan.1 
(Wife) Deathbefore 6 April 1806Rachel became a widow when Joseph Dungan died.1 
Marriage*6 April 1806She married second, as his second wife, Isaac Morris, son of William Morris and Ann Griffith, on 6 April 1806.1 
(Wife) Death13 September 1843Rachel became a widow for the second time when Isaac Morris died on 13 September 1843 at age 79.1 
Death*1 August 1856She died on 1 August 1856 at age 85.1 

Family 1

 Joseph Dungan d. b 6 Apr 1806

Family 2

 Isaac Morris b. 1764, d. 13 Sep 1843
Children 1.Oliver Goldsmith Morris1 b. 1807, d. 1826
 2.Burgess Allison Morris+1 b. 1807
 3.John D. Morris1 b. 9 Apr 1811, d. 5 Jan 1868

Citations

  1. [S2037] Edward Mathews, The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a, downloaded from the Family History Library at www.familysearch.org. (Landsdale, Pennsylvania: Arthur K. Thomas, 1884), Chapter XVI. The children of Gwently Thomas, pages 62-64, William Morris. Hereinafter cited as The Thomas family of Hilltown, Bucks County, Penn'a.

Sarah Ann Matthews1,2

Family
Marriage*31 December 1854She married William Estes on 31 December 1854 in DeKalb County, Missouri.1,2 

Family

 William Estes
Child 1.Della M. Estes2 b. 29 May 1883

Citations

  1. [S1732] Missouri, U.S., Marriage Records, 1805-2002, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 31 December 1854 in DeKalb, Missouri, USA, of Sarah Ann Mathews and William Estes, referencing Missouri State Archives, Jefferson City, MO, USA, Missouri Marriage Records [Microfilm]. Hereinafter cited as Missouri, U.S., Marriage Records, 1805-2002.
  2. [S2145] Montana, U.S., County Marriages, 1865-1987, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 14 November 1916 in Butte, Silver Bow, Montana, USA, for Charles B. Smith of Butte, age 35, not previously married, born about 1881 in Litchfield, Illinois, son of Ed Smith and May Higgins, married Della Goetz of Butte, age 27, divorced, daughter of William Estes and Sarah Matthews, citing Certificate# 8812, Montana State Historical Society, Helena, Montana, Montana, County Marriages, 1865-1950. Hereinafter cited as Montana, U.S., County Marriages, 1865-1987.

Margaret Mattoon1,2

Family
Marriage*She married Joseph Alexander.1,3,2 

Family

 Joseph Alexander
Child 1.Mary Alexander+1,2,4 b. 30 Jul 1711, d. 14 Apr 1796

Citations

  1. [S979] Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988, online at www.ancestry.com, Birth of Mary "Allicksander" on 20 July 1711 in Deerfield, Massachusetts, USA, daughter of Joseph "Allicksander" and Margaret "Allicksander". Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Margaret (Mattoon) Alexander, Memorial# 205920449. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Joseph Alexander, Memorial# 205920457.
  4. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Mary (Alexander) Root, Memorial# 205920406.

Ann Maulsby1

b. 22 November 1771, d. 15 October 1867
Family
Father*John Maulsby2
Mother*Lydia John2
Birth*22 November 1771Ann Maulsby was born on 22 November 1771 in Pennsylvania.1,2 
Marriage*20 October 1794She married Henry Thornburgh, son of Henry Thornburgh and Rachel Moon, by license dated 20 October 1794 in Jefferson County, Tennessee.3 
Census US 1850*13 August 1850Ann and Henry Thornburgh were enumerated on the 1850 census taken on 13 August 1850 in Dalton, Wayne County, Indiana. Henry was 77, a farmer with real estate valued at $3,500, and Ann was 78. Much of their extended family lived nearby.4 
(Wife) Death11 August 1862Ann became a widow when Henry Thornburgh died on 11 August 1862 in his 90th year.5 
Death*15 October 1867She died on 15 October 1867 at age 95.2 

Family

 Henry Thornburgh b. 26 May 1773, d. 11 Aug 1862
Children 1.Lydia Thornburgh1 b. 16 May 1795
 2.Sophia Thornburgh1 b. 12 May 1797
 3.Larkin Thornburgh1 b. 23 Dec 1799
 4.Lewis Thornburgh1 b. 20 Feb 1802
 5.Eleanor Thornburgh1 b. 28 Jul 1804
 6.Rachel Thornburgh1 b. 3 Feb 1807
 7.Henry Thornburgh+1 b. 30 Mar 1809, d. 28 Jan 1879
 8.John Thornburgh+1 b. 30 Mar 1809

Citations

  1. [S1505] U.S. Encyclopedia of American Quaker Genealogy, Volumes I–VI, 1607–1943, online at www.ancestry.com, Volume I, page 1111, Lost Creek Monthly Meeting. Hereinafter cited as Encyclopedia of American Quaker Genealogy, Volumes I–VI, 1607–1943.
  2. [S1509] Cora M. (Patty) Payne, Genealogy of the Maulsby Family for Five Generations, 1699-1902, downloaded from Internet Archive at www.archive.org. (Des Moines, Iowa: Geo. A. Miller Press, 1902), page 27. Hereinafter cited as Genealogy of the Maulsby Family.
  3. [S1505] Encyclopedia of American Quaker Genealogy, Volumes I–VI, 1607–1943, online at www.ancestry.com, Volume I, page 1111, Lost Creek Monthly Meeting, citing court records in Jefferson County, Tennessee.
  4. [S17] 1850 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Henry Thornburgh, Dalton, Wayne, Indiana; Roll: M432_180; Page: 87B; Image: 182. Hereinafter cited as 1850 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S1424] U.S. Quaker Meeting Records, 1681-1935, online at www.ancestry.com, Springfield Monthly Meeting, Wayne County, Indiana, Men's Minutes, 1859-1868. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Quaker Meeting Records, 1681-1935.

John Maulsby1

Family
Birth*John Maulsby was born in Pennsylvania, probably in or near the Plymouth Settlement.1 
Marriage*21 May 1766He married Lydia John on 21 May 1766 at the Nantmel Meeting of Friends, East Nantmel Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania.1 

Family

 Lydia John
Child 1.Ann Maulsby+1 b. 22 Nov 1771, d. 15 Oct 1867

Citations

  1. [S1509] Cora M. (Patty) Payne, Genealogy of the Maulsby Family for Five Generations, 1699-1902, downloaded from Internet Archive at www.archive.org. (Des Moines, Iowa: Geo. A. Miller Press, 1902), page 27. Hereinafter cited as Genealogy of the Maulsby Family.

John H. Maulsby1

b. 11 September 1814, d. 19 November 1876
Family
Birth*11 September 1814John H. Maulsby was born on 11 September 1814 in Frederick County, Virginia.1 
Marriage*2 July 1835He married first Mary A. Craft on 2 July 1835 in Wayne County, Indiana.2,1 
(Husband) Death18 February 1847John became a widower when Mary A. (Craft) Maulsby died on 18 February 1847 at age 33.2 
Marriage*19 August 1847He married second Mary C. Kimmerle on 19 August 1847 in Michigan.3,1 
Death*19 November 1876He died on 19 November 1876 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, at age 621 
Burial* and was buried in Block: 12, Section: Lot: 00032 of Woodland Cemetery, Des Moines.1 

Family 1

 Mary A. Craft b. 11 Feb 1814, d. 18 Feb 1847

Family 2

 Mary C. Kimmerle b. 1 Sep 1828, d. 9 Nov 1882
Child 1.Vernon Maulsby1,4 b. 23 Dec 1860, d. 6 May 1909

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, John H. Maulsby, Memorial# 49653456. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Mary A. (Craft) Maulsby, Memorial# 243593666.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Mary C (Kimmerle) Maulsby, Memorial# 49653424.
  4. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Vernon Maulsby, Memorial# 33264006.

Vernon Maulsby1,2

b. 23 December 1860, d. 6 May 1909
Family
Father*John H. Maulsby3,2 b. 11 Sep 1814, d. 19 Nov 1876
Mother*Mary C. Kimmerle4,2 b. 1 Sep 1828, d. 9 Nov 1882
Birth*23 December 1860Vernon Maulsby was probably born on 23 December 1860 near Redfield, Dallas County, Iowa.5,6,7 
Name VariationHe was called Verne.8,1 
(Boarder) Census US 19004 June 1900Verne was enumerated as a boarder on the 1900 census taken on 4 June 1900 in the Rooming House household of Ruth Bronson at 311 East Douglas Avenue, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. He was 39 years of age and worked as a horse trainer, although he had been unemployed for six months. In 1902 Verne and his landlady, Ruth Bronson, would marry.1,9 
Marriage*11 June 1902He married, as her second husband, Ellena Ruth (Wilson) Bronson, daughter of Robert Wilson and Didema Ward, on 11 June 1902 in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Two Kansas newspapers reported the couple's wedding using similar words of description, although one named her Mrs. Ruth Bronson, widow of the late Captain J. E. Bronson, who had died seventeen months earlier, and the other named her Mrs. Allina Ruth Bronson and reported her husband had died about two years previously. Their marriage ceremony, after an engagement of nearly four years, and a courtship brought about by their mutual love for horses, was held at the residence of the Reverend Charles E. Bradt of the First Presbyterian Church, where the new Mrs. Maulsby was a member. Only immediate friends of the couple were present, as the marriage was a quiet one. The bride wore a beautiful white wedding gown which, with adornments of flowers and some magnificent jewelry, added much to her other personal attractions. Mr. Maulsby was dressed in the conventional black. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was spread at the home of her brother, Samuel C. Wilson, and it was quite an elaborate affair. Mr. Maulsby is a prominent horseman and has been one of the best-known figures at the training grounds for many years. He is the owner of some of the fastest colts in the state, and is the gentleman who is training the horses at the east livery barn. Mrs. Bronson came to Wichita four years ago from Woodward County, Oklahoma Territory, where she owns a large farm consisting of several hundred acres. She is well known for the active part she has taken in relieving distress and the kindly interest she has taken in horses, especially by those abused by drivers. The happy couple will make their home at 313 East William Street.1,10,11,12 
Arrest*May 1906 In May 1906, Vernon and Vernon Maulsby, owners of The Villa, Wichita, Kansas, were arrested for keeping and maintaining a nuisance. Several newspaper articles kept the story in the news for about two weeks.

One of the first, having some fun with the story, was The Topeka Daily Capital on Friday, May 18, 1906. Under the headline, "Wichita Officers Really Raid Resort', they reported from Wichita that, armed with a warrant and a wagon with which to cart away the "goods", Deputy Marshall Wesley Hawk "swooped down" on the "Villa" near the fairgrounds, and when he departed, he had "wet" goods and the owners in tow. They wrote that Mrs. Ruth Maulsby and Vernon Maulsby, "proprietors" of the "Villa" pleaded not guilty to keeping and maintaining a nuisance, and that they gave bonds of $200 for their appearance. Then, as the judge was scanning a calendar for the purpose of fixing a date for the hearing, Mrs. Maulsby said, "Don't put the case on circus day, Judge." It was, they reported, the vigilant eye of Officer Charles Harmon who discovered the "wet" goods in an ice box at the Maulsby "Villa” and complained to the county attorney and a warrant was issued for the arrest of the owners of a certain ice box. Mrs. Maulsby said that "Harmon stole that bottle of beer" which was how the city policeman got "wise" to the contents of an ice box in the "Villa". "He took that bottle of beer without my permission and I think I shall prosecute him for theft -- petty larceny, it would be."

Two times, dates for the case to be heard were set, and then continued until, finally, the parties were in court on Monday, May 28. Testimony reviewed that Vern and Ruth Maulsby were arrested about two weeks before and charged with keeping a nuisance at the corner of Wichita and Levy streets. It was policeman Charles Harmon who spied an "undrunk" bottle of one per cent alcohol in a refrigerating closet in the Villa. He let the secret out in the presence of County Attorney J. A. Brubacher, and the same afternoon, Deputy City Marshall Wesley Hawk chartered a van and proclaimed it moving day at the Villa. Among other surprises the day brought forth during testimony, were two cases of stage fright at the Villa caused by the deputy marshal. The victims of the scare were a man and miss who had dropped in at the Villa for a little spiritual refreshment and saw the stern-faced marshal trundling the ice box out.

The charge against Mrs. Ruth Maulsby was not sustained and she was discharged by the court. Verne Maulsby was found guilty and sentenced to pay a fine of $100 and the costs of the suit, and to go to jail for a period of 30 days. He gave notice of an appeal to the district court, through his attorney, citing that Judge James A. Dyer erred in passing both a fine and sentence, and was released on $250 bond. His appeal was scheduled to be heard at the October term the district court.13,14,15,16,17,18 
Illness1906Two Wichita newspapers reported that Vernon's wife, Ruth Maulsby, was ill with appendicitis. The Wichita Eagle, on 27 June 1906, reported that she might need an operation; and the Wichita Beacon, on 1 July 1906, reported that there was little hope for her recovery.19,20 
Court Action*10 October 1906Vernon was arraigned in District Court, Wichita, Kansas, on 10 October 1906, for contempt of court, regarding an order given the previous Saturday to restrain Maulsby from selling or giving away intoxicating liquors at his residence in South Wichita. The County Attorney, J. A. Brubacher, had alleged in a petition he filed with the court, that Vernon Maulsby had sold intoxicating liquors at "The Villa" on the previous Sunday. He was arraigned on that charge, and his bond was fixed at $300 to appear before Judge Wilson in district court for a hearing. The first date set for his hearing was October 11, which was likely postponed, as a second date of November 28 for his case was reported by a Wichita newspaper. We found no additional newspaper reports about his case.21,22 
Domestic Disturbance*25 July 1907 Two Wichita newspapers, both published on 25 July 1907, carried a story about the domestic altercation between Ruth Maulsby and Vernon Maulsby that occurred at the fairgrounds in the very early morning hours of that day. The Wichita Eagle, a morning newspaper, would have had the time constraint to publish before all of the facts of the event were known, and The Wichita Beacon, an evening newspaper, had the advantage of publishing after more of the truth was determined. Because we've found both articles to be of interest, we are sharing them both.

The Wichita Eagle, under the headlines, "Shooting at Fairgrounds: Woman Fired at Vern Maulsby Last Night", reported that a shooting scrape occurred at the new fairgrounds last night about 12 o'clock in which Vern Maulsby was shot at several times by a woman who claimed to be his wife. One of the shots that was fired at him was so close that the flame from the pistol set fire to his undershirt, but the bullet inflicted no wound. The trouble started over some furniture that was owned by the two persons but, as they were not living together, a division was to be made of the furniture, which led to the dispute. Mr. Maulsby said he would swear out a warrant for the woman in the morning, charging her with assault with intent to kill.

The Wichita Beacon, under the headlines, "'He Sailed In', Gun Was Used: Early Morn Excitement at the Fair Grounds", reported that Vern Maulsby called at the police station that morning and reported to Chief Wood that his wife, Ruth Maulsby, had attempted to kill him at an early hour that morning. He said he had been sleeping in the stables at the fair ground, where he was training some horses, and that about 1:30 that morning, his wife called him and attempted to shoot him. He declared that he saw her taking a gun out of her hand bag and, not being able to get away from her, he ran and kept so close to her when she tried to shoot him that the bullets she fired at him failed to take effect. He showed a black streak on one of his wrists which he said had been caused by a bullet, and told Chief Wood that there were four other such marks on his arm under his shirt sleeve. Maulsby had evidently been in some kind of a mix-up, as his clothes were soiled and torn, but the police do not credit the story that his wife shot him. Chief Wood told him to see the county attorney about his trouble, and Maulsby left the office with that intention, declaring that if his wife was not shut up or placed under bond to keep the peace, he would have to kill her or be killed himself.

Mrs. Maulsby told a different story concerning the affair. She said she found her husband in the Fourteenth block of South Market Street the previous night and that he escaped by a rear door and went to the new fairgrounds, where they were living. At the fairgrounds, Mrs. Maulsby said she informed her husband that he had done wrong and that she would leave him. She said he threatened to whip her and "sailed in." When the battle was over, Mrs. Maulsby had two loose teeth and bruises on her head and arms. Men separated the combatants after three pistol shots had been fired.23,24 
Injury*May 1908 In late May 1908, at his work as a race horse trainer and driver, Vernon sustained a serious injury while driving a horse on a race track.25 
Insanity*2 June 1908His wife, Ruth, filed an affidavit of insanity against her husband, Vernon Maulsby, in the Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, probate court on 2 June 1908. Under the headlines, "Affidavit of Insanity in Vernon Maulsby Case; Patient Will Be Taken from Jail to His Home" a local newspaper reported that the hearing was to be held before a commission in the probate court and that, in the meantime, it was probable that Verne would be taken from the county jail where he was confined, to his home, where he would be kept under guard. The following day, under the headlines, "Vernon Maulsby Adjudged to be of Unsound Mind; Commission of Physicians Made an Examination", the same newspaper reported that Vernon Maulsby had been adjudged that day to be insane, and that he would probably be taken to the state hospital in Osawatomie for treatment. The newspaper stated that Maulsby was a horse trainer and driver, and that he had been injured the week before while driving on the track.26,25 
Illness*5 May 1909A Wichita newspaper reported that Ruth and Vernon Maulsby had returned to Wichita on 5 May 1909 from Kansas City, where Vernon had been a patient in a hospital for the past month. The brief item stated there was very little hope for Verne's recovery.27 
Death*6 May 1909He died on 6 May 1909, the next day after their return from Kansas City, at his home on South Wichita Street, Wichita, at age 48.5,28,29 
Burial*He was buried in Section H, Lot 172, Grave 1, of Maple Grove Cemetery, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas.2 
Funeral*10 May 1909His funeral was held on 10 May 1909 in his home at 1957 South Wichita Street, Wichita. It was conducted by the Pythians and Eagles and was open to all who wished to attend.30 
Obituary10 June 1909His obituary was published on 10 June 1909 in The Wichita Eagle which reported that he had been born near Redfield, Iowa on 23 December 1860, a son of John and Mary Maulsby who had ten other children, eight of whom survived Vernon. His father was a member of the Friends church, and Vernon grew to young manhood surrounded by the best of Christian influences. Several years before his death, he had been injured in a horse race and the article expressed the belief that his injury did much to hasten his death, as it began a long series of illnesses which ended with a siege of typhoid fever, his last illness and death. His obituary recounted his successful thirty-year career in the race horse business, as both a driver and trainer, naming several of his winning horses and races. He was described as a born race horse man and reported that his happiest days were spent among horses. He married Ruth Bronson on June 11, 1902 and passed away at his residence on South Wichita Street on May 6 last, expressing the opinion that there was no doubt that his life was prolonged by the tender care he received from his devoted wife. According to his obituary, his remains were at that time in the receiving vault at the cemetery and that the funeral was to be announced later.5,28 
Social News*25 September 1909A story in The Wichita Eagle of 25 September 1909 reported that, among the many dinner parties given for owners and trainers of horses participating in the previous week's races, was one held the previous evening by Ruth Maulsby at her home on South Wichita Avenue in honor of friends of her late husband, Vernon Maulsby. Among those present, according to the article, were A. D. Helm of Hutchinson, J. Patterson of Eureka, Frank Costello of Kansas City and Thomas Riley of New York, and that all were men who had known Mr. Maulsby during his successful career as a trainer. The evening was given over to discussion of the days when Mr. Maulsby's horses, "Ella Woodline", "Bell Altken" and "Corporal" were in their glory, and the party was brought to a pleasant close by Miss Ruth Burk's rendering of several numbers on the piano.31 

Family

 Ruth A. Wilson b. 28 Jul 1864, d. 11 Nov 1949

Citations

  1. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Ruth Bronson, Year: 1900; Census Place: Wichita Ward 1, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll: 499; Page: 3; Enumeration District: 0277. Hereinafter cited as 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Vernon Maulsby, Memorial# 33264006. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, John H. Maulsby, Memorial# 49653456.
  4. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Mary C (Kimmerle) Maulsby, Memorial# 49653424.
  5. [S2741] Vernon Maulsby 1909 Kansas Obituary, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, June 10, 1909, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), with an obituary for Vernon Maulsby, reporting that he was born near Redfield, Iowa on 23 December 1860, a son of John and Mary Maulsby who had ten other children, eight of whom survived Vernon; that his father was a member of the Friends church; that Vernon grew to young manhood surrounded by the best of Christian influences; that Vernon's last illness was the result of a siege of typhoid fever; that he had been injured several years before in a horse race and that the injury did much to hasten his death; that he was born a race horse man and that his happiest days were spent among horses; that during the last thirty years of his life he was engaged in the race horse business; that his first experience was with J. Scott McCoy and later was with J. B. Chandler in the capacity of driver and trainer and won several difficult races; that the proudest race of his life was when he drove Ninnescha 1:14m at Dallas, Texas; that in that race there were fourteen entered and nine heats were necessary to decide the winner, which proved to be Mr. Maulsby; that the last horses he drove were well known in the southwest and included Louise Middleton, Sam A, Claymont, Billy the Twister and Robert M; that one of the most famous races in which Mr. Maulsby was the leading figure was between Billy the Twister and Baby Bloss, which was won by Maulsby; that the last race was at Dallas in which he drove Claymont, owned by Dr. J. E. Oldham, to victory; that he married Ruth Bronson on June 11, 1902; that he passed away at his residence on South Wichita street on May 6 last; that there is no doubt that his life was prolonged by the tender care he received from his devoted wife; that his remains were at that time in the receiving vault at the cemetery and that the funeral was to be announced later. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby 1909 Kansas Obituary.
  6. [S37] 1870 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John and Mary C. Maulsby, Year: 1870; Census Place: Linn, Dallas, Iowa; Roll: M593_385; Page: 576A; Vernon was recorded as 9 years old and his year of birth estimated as 1861. Hereinafter cited as 1870 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Ruth Bronson, Year: 1900; Census Place: Wichita Ward 1, Sedgwick, Kansas; Roll: 499; Page: 3; Enumeration District: 0277; Verne's date of birth was recorded as December 1861.
  8. [S2715] Mrs. Ruth Bronson and Verne Maulsby 1902 Kansas Marriage, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Sunday, June 15, 1902, page 17, (Downloaded on December 31, 2024); reporting that Mrs. Ruth Bronson, widow of the late Captain J E. Bronson, and Mr. Verne Maulsby were united in marriage Wednesday at the home of the Reverend C. E. Brandt of the First Presbyterian Church; Mr. Maulsby is the owner of some of the fastest colts in the state, while his bride owns a fine ranch in Woodward county, Oklahoma Territory; they would make their home at 313 East William street. Hereinafter cited as Mrs. Ruth Bronson and Verne Maulsby 1902 Kansas Marriage.
  9. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Jonathan E. Bronson, (his name transcribed as "Jonastram" by Ancestry), Year: 1900; Census Place: Judkins, Woodward, Oklahoma; Roll: 1344; Page: 6; Enumeration District: 0244.
  10. [S2173] Kansas, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1811-1911, online at www.newspapers.com, marriage license issued on 11 June 1902 in Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, USA of Ellena Ruth Bronson of Woodward, Oklahoma Territory, age 33, born about 1869, and V Maulsby of Wichita, Kansas, age 40, born about 1862, and married on the same date in the same place by Charles E. Bradt, Minister of the Gospel, citing Film# 002363974. Hereinafter cited as Kansas, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1811-1911.
  11. [S2715] Mrs. Ruth Bronson and Verne Maulsby 1902 Kansas Marriage, online at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Sunday, June 15, 1902, page 17, (Downloaded on December 31, 2024); reporting that Mrs. Ruth Bronson, widow of the late Captain J E. Bronson, and Mr. Verne Maulsby were united in marriage Wednesday at the home of the Rev. C. E. Bradt of the First Presbyterian Church; that only the immediate friends of the parties were present; that the bride was gowned in a beautiful white creation with adornments of flowers and jewels; that Mr. Maulsby was attired in black; that after the ceremony a wedding dinner was spread at the home of the bride's brother, and it was quite an elaborate affair; that Mr. Maulsby is the owner of some of the fastest colts in the state, while his bride owns a fine ranch in Woodward county, O. T.; that they will make their home at 313 East William street.
  12. [S2782] Maulsby-Bronson Nuptials 1902 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Mount Hope Clarion, (Mount Hope, Kansas), Friday, June 13, 1902, Page 4, (Downloaded on December 31, 2024), under the title, "Maulsby-Bronson Nuptials", and from The Wichita Eagle of June 12, reporting that Mrs. Allina Ruth Bronson and Mr. Verne Maulsby were married at the residence of Rev. C. E. Bradt, after an engagement of nearly four years, and a courtship brought about by a mutual love of horses; that the bride wore a beautiful wedding gown which, with some magnificent jewelry, added much to her many other personal attractions; that Mr. Maulsby was dressed in the conventional black; that the wedding dinner was served at the residence of the bride's brother and was quite an elaborate function; that only immediate friends were present, as the marriage was a quiet one; that the happy couple will make their home at 313 East William Street; that Mr. Maulsby is a prominent horseman and has been one of the best known figures at the training grounds for several years; that Mrs. Bronson came here four years ago from Woodward, O. T., where she owns a large farm consisting of several hundred acres; that she is well known for the active part she has taken in relieving distress and the kindly interest she has taken in horses, especially those abused by drivers; that she is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, by whose pastor she was united to Mr. Maulsby; that her husband died in this city about two years ago; that Mr. Maulsby is the gentleman who is training the horses at the East Livery Barn. Hereinafter cited as Maulsby-Bronson Nuptials 1902 Kansas.
  13. [S2740] Ruth and Vernon Maulsby Arrested (dated 18 May 1906) Kansas for Keeping and Maintaining a "Wet" Nuisance, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Topeka Daily Capital, (Topeka, Kansas), Friday, May 18, 1906, Page 3, (Downloaded on Feb 19, 2025), under the headline, "Wichita Officers Really Raid Resort', reporting from Wichita that, armed with a warrant and a wagon with which to cart away the "goods", Deputy Marshall Wesley Hawk "swooped down" on the "Villa" near the fairgrounds, and when he departed, he had "wet" goods and the owners in tow; that Mrs. Ruth Maulsby and Vernon Maulsby, "proprietors" of the "Villa" pleaded not guilty to keeping and maintaining a nuisance; that they gave bonds of $200 for their appearance; that Mrs. Maulsby said, "Don't put the case on circus day, Judge" when he was scanning a calendar for the purpose of fixing a date for the hearing; that it was the vigilant eye of Officer Charles Harmon who discovered the "wet" goods in an ice box at the Maulsby "Villa"; that he complained to the county attorney and a warrant was issued for the arrest of the owners of a certain ice box; that "Harmon stole that bottle of beer" was how Mrs. Maulsby explained how the city policeman got "wise" to the contents of an ice box in the "Villa"; "He took that bottle of beer without my permission and I think I shall prosecute him for theft -- petty larceny, it would be". Hereinafter cited as Ruth and Vernon Maulsby Arrested (dated 18 May 1906) Kansas for Keeping and Maintaining a "Wet" Nuisance.
  14. [S2749] Maulsby Case Continued: Nuisance Charge Will be Argued Thursday (dated 21 May1906) Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Monday, May 21, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "Maulsby Case Continued: Nuisance Charge Will be Argued Thursday", reporting that Vern and Ruth Maulsby, charged with harboring and shielding what in the language of Charles Harmon is a common nuisance, will be tried in the city court Thursday; that the case was set for today and continued. Hereinafter cited as Maulsby Case Continued: Nuisance Charge Will be Argued Thursday (dated 21 May1906) Kansas.
  15. [S2750] Vern and Ruth Maulsby Case Continued (dated 24 May 1906) Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, May 24, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025)' reporting that the case in which Vern and Ruth Maulsby are charged with keeping a nuisance at the corner of Wichita and Levy Street, was continued in the city court this morning until Monday. Hereinafter cited as Vern and Ruth Maulsby Case Continued (dated 24 May 1906) Kansas.
  16. [S2746] Vern Maulsby Gets Fine and a Jail Sentence (dated 29 May 1906) Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Tuesday, May 29, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headline, "Gets Fine and a Jail Sentence", reporting that Vern Maulsby, keeper of the "Villa" in South Wichita street, must spend 30 days in the county Jail and pay a $100 fine, unless the district court holds that Judge James A. Dyer erred in passing a fine and sentence on the keeper of the South End place; that Vern and Ruth Maulsby were arrested two weeks ago and charged with keeping a nuisance at the corner of Wichita and Levy streets; that policeman Charles Harmon spied an "undrunk" bottle of one per cent alcohol in a refrigerating closet in the Villa; that he let the secret out in the presence of County Attorney J. A. Brubacher; that the same afternoon, Deputy City Marshall Wesley Hawk chartered a van and proclaimed it moving day at the "Villa"; that among other surprises the day brought forth were two cases of stage fright the deputy marshal caused at the Villa; that the victims of the scare were a man and miss who dropped in at the "Villa" for a little spiritual refreshment and saw the stern-faced marshal trundling the ice box out; that when the Maulsby cases were called that day, the charge against Mrs. Ruth Maulsby was dismissed and her husband bore the brunt of the court's cudgel; that he was not satisfied, however, and would appeal the case; that it would be heard at the October term of the district court; that he gave a $250 bond. Hereinafter cited as Vern Maulsby Gets Fine and a Jail Sentence (dated 29 May 1906) Kansas.
  17. [S2748] Verne Maulsby Sentenced: $100 and 30 Days in Jail (dated 30 May 1906) Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Wednesday, May 30, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "$100 and 30 Days in Jail: Sentence Imposed Upon Verne Maulsby by Court", reporting that Verne and Ruth Maulsby were tried in the city court yesterday on a charge of maintaining a nuisance; that Verne Maulsby was found guilty and sentenced to pay a fine of $100 and the costs of the suit, and to go to jail for a period of 30 days; that he gave notice of an appeal to the district court, through his attorney, and was released on bond; that the charge against Mrs. Maulsby was not sustained and she was discharged by the court. Hereinafter cited as Verne Maulsby Sentenced: $100 and 30 Days in Jail (dated 30 May 1906) Kansas.
  18. [S2747] Verne Maulsby: $100 and 30 Days in Jail (dated 1 June 1906) Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Weekly Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Friday, June 1, 1906, Page 3, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headline, "$100 and 30 Days in Jail", reporting that Verne and Ruth Maulsby were tried in the city court yesterday on a charge of maintaining a nuisance; that Verne Maulsby was found guilty and sentenced to pay a fine of $100 and the costs of the suit, and to go to jail for a period of 30 days; that he gave notice of an appeal to the district court, through his attorney, and was released on bond; that the charge against Mrs. Maulsby was not sustained and she was discharged by the court. Hereinafter cited as Verne Maulsby: $100 and 30 Days in Jail (dated 1 June 1906) Kansas.
  19. [S2764] Ruth Maulsby Sick with Appendicitis; Little Hope 1906 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Sunday, July 1, 1906, Page 7, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), reporting that Mrs. Verne Maulsby is sick with appendicitis and but little hope is entertained for her recovery. Hereinafter cited as Ruth Maulsby Sick with Appendicitis; Little Hope 1906 Kansas.
  20. [S2765] Ruth Maulsby Ill of Appendicitis; May Need Operation 1906 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Wednesday, June 27, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), reporting that Mrs. Vern Maulsby of 1957 South Wichita Street is ill of appendicitis; that an operation may be necessary. Hereinafter cited as Ruth Maulsby Ill of Appendicitis; May Need Operation 1906 Kansas.
  21. [S2779] Vernon Maulsby Arraigned for Contempt; $300 Bond 1906 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, October 11, 1906, Page 6, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the titles "Maulsby Bond Was $300; County Attorney Wanted to Have a Hearing", reporting that Vernon Maulsby was arraigned the day before for contempt of court regarding an order given the previous Saturday to restrain Maulsby from selling or giving away intoxicating liquors at his residence in South Wichita; that it was alleged by J. A. Brubacher in a petition filed Wednesday that Vernon Maulsby sold intoxicating liquors at "The Villa" Sunday; that Maulsby was arraigned on that charge and his bond fixed at $300 to appear before Judge Wilson in the district court that afternoon, Thursday, for a hearing. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby Arraigned for Contempt; $300 Bond 1906 Kansas.
  22. [S2780] Vernon Maulsby: Case for Violation of Prohibition Law Set 1906 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Friday, November 9, 1906, Page 5, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), reporting that the case of Vernon Maulsby for violation of prohibition law is set for hearing November 28. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby: Case for Violation of Prohibition Law Set 1906 Kansas.
  23. [S2744] Vern Maulsby Shot at by Woman at Fair Grounds 1907 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, July 25, 1907, Page 12, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "Shooting at Fairgrounds: Woman Fired at Vern Maulsby Last Night", reporting that a shooting scrape occurred at the new fairgrounds last night about 12 o'clock in which Vern Maulsby was shot at several times by a woman who claimed to be his wife; that one of the shots that was fired at him was so close that the flame from the pistol set fire to his undershirt but the bullet inflicted no wound; that the trouble started over some furniture that was owned by the two persons but, as they were not living together, a division was to be made of the furniture, which led to the dispute; that Mr. Maulsby said he would swear out a warrant for the woman in the morning, charging her with assault with intent to kill. Hereinafter cited as Vern Maulsby Shot at by Woman at Fair Grounds 1907 Kansas.
  24. [S2745] Vern and Ruth Maulsby: Domestic Charges 1909 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, July 25, 1907, Page 8, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "'He Sailed In', Gun Was Used: Early Morn Excitement at the Fair Grounds", reporting that Vern Maulsby called at the police station that morning and reported to Chief Wood that his wife, Ruth Maulsby, had attempted to kill him at an early hour that morning; that he said he had been sleeping in the stables at the fair ground, where he was training some horses, and that about 1:30 that morning, his wife called him and attempted to shoot him; he declared that he saw her taking a gun out of her hand bag and, not being able to get away from her, he ran and kept so close to her when she tried to shoot him that the bullets she fired at him failed to take effect; that he showed a black streak on one of his wrists which he said had been caused by a bullet, and told Chief Wood that there were four other such marks on his arm under his shirt sleeve; that Maulsby had evidently been in some kind of a mix-up, as his clothes were soiled and torn, but the police do not credit the story that his wife shot him; that Chief Wood told him to see the county attorney about his trouble, and that Maulsby left the office with that intention, declaring that if his wife was not shut up or placed under bond to keep the peace, he would have to kill her or be killed himself; that Mrs. Maulsby told a different story concerning the affair; that she said she found her husband in the Fourteenth block of South Market street the previous night and that he escaped by a rear door and went to the new fairgrounds, where they were living; that at the fairgrounds, Mrs. Maulsby said she informed her husband that he had done wrong and that she would leave him; that she said he threatened to whip her and "sailed in"; that when the battle was over, Mrs. Maulsby had two loose teeth and bruises on her head and arms ; that men separated the combatants after three pistol shots had been fired. Hereinafter cited as Vern and Ruth Maulsby: Domestic Charges 1909 Kansas.
  25. [S2753] Vernon Maulsby Adjudged Insane After Injury 1908 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Wednesday, June 3, 1908, Page 10, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "Vernon Maulsby Adjudged to be of Unsound Mind; Commission of Physicians Made an Examination", reporting that Vernon Maulsby was adjudged to be insane that afternoon; that he would probably be taken to the state hospital in Osawatomie for treatment; that Maulsby was a horse trainer and driver; that he was injured the week before while driving on the track. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby Adjudged Insane After Injury 1908 Kansas.
  26. [S2752] Affidavit of Insanity Against Vernon Maulsby 1908 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Beacon, (Wichita, Kansas), Tuesday, June 2, 1908, Page 5, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), under the headlines, "Affidavit of Insanity in Vernon Maulsby Case; Patient Will Be Taken From Jail to His Home" reporting that Ruth Maulsby filed an affidavit of insanity against her husband, Verne Maulsby, in the probate court that day; that the hearing was to be held before a commission in the probate court "Friday" afternoon at 2 o'clock; that in the meantime it was probable that Verne Maulsby would be taken from the county jail where he was confined, to his home on South "Water" Street, where he would be kept under a guard. Hereinafter cited as Affidavit of Insanity Against Vernon Maulsby 1908 Kansa.
  27. [S2754] Vernon Maulsby Hospitalized for a Month; Little Hope for Recovery 1909 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Thursday, May 6, 1909, Page 7, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), reporting that Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Maulsby had returned the previous day to Wichita from Kansas City where Mr. Maulsby had been a patient in a hospital for a month; that there was little hope for Mr. Maulsby's recovery. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby Hospitalized for a Month; Little Hope for Recovery 1909 Kansas.
  28. [S2742] Verne Maulsby Dead, 1909 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Friday, May 7, 1909, Page 5, (Downloaded on February 19, 2025), reporting under the title, "Verne Maulsby Dead', that he died at his home in the south part of the city the previous night at the age of 37; that he had been in bad health for some time; that he was a well-known horseman; funeral Monday. Hereinafter cited as Verne Maulsby Dead, 1909 Kansas.
  29. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Vernon Maulsby, Memorial# 33264006, reporting his date of death as 8 May 1909.
  30. [S2755] Vernon Maulsby Notice of Funeral 1909 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Sunday, May 9, 1909, Page 15, (Downloaded on February 22, 2025), under the headline, "Pythians and Eagles Will Conduct Funeral", reporting that the funeral of Vernon Maulsby would be held at his home, 1957 South Wichita street, at 2 o'clock the next day; that he was a Knight of Pythias and an Eagle, and the funeral would be in their charge; that he also belonged to the Odd Fellows at Redfield, Iowa; that he was a prominent horseman and had many friends among owners and breeders; that from them came to his bereaved widow many telegrams of condolence; that the funeral would be public and all friends invited. Hereinafter cited as Vernon Maulsby Notice of Funeral 1909 Kansas.
  31. [S2743] Ruth Maulsby Entertains for Friends of Deceased Husband 1909 Kansas, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Wichita Eagle, (Wichita, Kansas), Sunday, September 26, 1909, Page 10, (Downloaded on February 20, 2025), under the title, "Entertains for Friends of Deceased Husband", reporting that among the many dinner parties given for owners and trainers of horses participating in the previous week's races was one held the previous evening by Mrs. Vernon Maulsby at her home on South Wichita avenue in honor of friends of her late husband; that among those present were A. D. Helm of Hutchinson, J. Patterson of Eureka, Frank Costello of Kansas City and Thomas Riley of New York; that all were men who had known Mr. Maulsby during his successful career as a trainer; that the evening was given over to discussion of the days when Mr. Maulsby's horses, "Ella Woodline", "Bell Altken" and "Corporal" were in their glory; that Miss Ruth Burk rendered several piano numbers to bring the evening to a pleasant close. Hereinafter cited as Ruth Maulsby Entertains for Friends of Deceased Husband 1909 Kansas.

Elizabeth Maverick1

b. 30 September 1649, d. between January 1685/86 and 29 November 1698
Family
Father*Moses Maverick1 b. 3 Nov 1611, d. 28 Jan 1685/86
Mother*Remember Allerton1 b. 1613/14, d. bt 1652 - 1656
Baptism*30 September 1649Elizabeth Maverick was baptized on 30 September 1649 in Marblehead, Essex County, Massachusetts Bay Colony (New England).1 
Marriage*6 April 1665She married first Nathaniel Grafton, son of Joseph Grafton, on 6 April 1665.1 
Marriage*before January 1685/86She married second _____ Skinner before January 1685/86.1 
Death*between January 1685/86 and 29 November 1698She died between January 1685/86 and 29 November 1698.1 

Family 1

 Nathaniel Grafton b. 24 Apr 1642, d. 11 Feb 1670/71
Child 1.Priscilla Grafton+1 b. 12 Mar 1670/71

Family 2

 _____ Skinner

Citations

  1. [S943] Contributed by William Prescott Greenlaw of Winthrop Massachusetts, "John Maverick and Some of His Descendants", New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Volume 96, (Oct 1942): pages 358-360. Hereinafter cited as "John Maverick and Some Descendants."

Moses Maverick1

b. 3 November 1611, d. 28 January 1685/86
Family
Baptism*3 November 1611Moses Maverick was baptized on 3 November 1611 in Huish, Devonshire, England.1 
Marriage*before 6 May 1635He married first Remember Allerton, daughter of Isaac Allerton and Mary Norris, before 6 May 1635.1 
Marriage*22 October 1656He married second, as her second husband, Eunice Roberts on 22 October 1656 in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts Bay Colony (New England).1 
Death*28 January 1685/86He died on 28 January 1685/86 in Marblehead, Essex County, Massachusetts Bay Colony (New England), at age 74.1 

Family 1

 Remember Allerton b. 1613/14, d. bt 1652 - 1656
Child 1.Elizabeth Maverick+1 b. 30 Sep 1649, d. bt Jan 1685/86 - 29 Nov 1698

Family 2

 Eunice __?__

Citations

  1. [S943] Contributed by William Prescott Greenlaw of Winthrop Massachusetts, "John Maverick and Some of His Descendants", New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Volume 96, (Oct 1942): pages 358-360. Hereinafter cited as "John Maverick and Some Descendants."

Elizabeth Maxfield1,2

b. 1812, d. before 15 November 1875
Family
(Wife) Name SpellingsA variation of the spelling of the Lankford surname found in our research was Lankford.3 
Birth*1812Elizabeth Maxfield was born about 1812 in Kentucky.2,4 
Marriage Bond12 April 1826A marriage bond and license was issued to John M. Lankford and William Spires in the amount of £50 on 12 April 1826 in Oldham County, Kentucky, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage of John M. Lankford and Miss Elizabeth Maxfield, her uncle who raised her appearing and giving his consent then to William Spires, surety.1 
Marriage*13 April 1826She married John M. Lankford, son of Larkin Lankford and Rachel Tucker, on 13 April 1826 in Oldham County, Kentucky.2,1 
Census US 1850*9 October 1850Eliza and John Lankford were enumerated on the 1850 census taken on 9 October 1850 in Anderson County, Kentucky. John was 48 years of age, unable to read or write, and a farmer with real estate valued at $1,500, and Eliza was 38 years of age. They were enumerated with their five children in 1850. Mary Ann was 17 years old, and Jackson, Rachel J., Larkin and William H. were ages 13, 10, 9 and 7 years, respectively. The four youngest children had all attended school within the census year.4 
Residence*The family's home was located on Crooked Creek, Anderson County, Kentucky.5 
Census US 1870*26 August 1870Eliza and John Lankford were enumerated on the 1870 census taken on 26 August 1870 in District 5, Lawrenceburg Post Office, Anderson County, Kentucky. John was 66 years of age and a farmer with real estate valued at $1,500 and a personal estate valued at $600, and Eliza was 57 years of age and keeping house. Both were able to read, and not to write. Enumerated with them in 1870 was their son, William H. Lankford, with his wife, Susan L. (Mitchell) Lankford, and young daughter, Susan E. Lankford. William was 29 years of age, worked as a farmer, and had a personal estate valued at $300. His wife, Susan, was 26 years of age and worked as a house keeper, and their daughter was 4 years old. William and his wife were both able to read and write.6 
(Wife) Death15 April 1873Eliza became a widow when John Langford died on 15 April 1873 at age 71.7 
Death*before 15 November 1875She died at about age 60 before 15 November 1875, the date her estate was opened for probate.8 
Probate*15 November 1875Her son, A. J. Langford, was appointed Administrator of her estate on 15 November 1875 in Anderson County, Kentucky.8 

Family

 John M. Lankford b. 16 Jul 1801, d. 15 Apr 1873
Children 1.Mary Ann Lankford4 b. 1833
 2.Andrew Jackson Lankford4 b. 26 Apr 1836, d. 29 Jul 1888
 3.Rachel J. Lankford4 b. 4 Jun 1837, d. 5 Oct 1856
 4.Larkin R. Lankford+4 b. 19 May 1839, d. 1 Jul 1895
 5.William H. Lankford+4 b. 28 Jan 1841, d. 25 Jul 1918

Citations

  1. [S1739] Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage bond and license issued on 12 April 1826 in Oldham County, Kentucky, USA, to John M Lankford and William Spires in the amount of £50, the condition of the obligation being the intended marriage of John M. Lankford and Miss Elizabeth Maxfield, her uncle who raised her appearing and giving his consent then to William Spires, surety, citing FHL Film# 000482442. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965.
  2. [S1739] Kentucky, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1783-1965, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 13 April 1826 in Oldham County, Kentucky, USA, of John M Langford Eliz Maxfield, citing FHL Film# 000482442.
  3. [S2288] Anderson County (Kentucky) Clerk of the County Court, Deeds, 1827-1901. Microfilm of originals in the county courthouse at Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Includes a general index, first by grantor then by grantee. Names are arranged by first letter of surname and then by year and date and there is some overlap of dates in the record books: deed dated 11 November 1850 and registered on 13 November 1851 between Walker, Benjamin, Larkin, Edmund, Richard, Jackson, Stephen and Isaac Langford of the first part by W. S. Hickman, the Master of Commissioner in Chancery appointed at the November term of the Anderson Circuit Court 1850 of the first part, and John Langford of the second part regarding land originally purchased by Larkin Langford, Sr., situated part in Shelby County and part in Franklin County, on 3 March 1822 from George W. Kinney, Deed Book G, 1847-1851, pages 577-578, Film# 259301, Digital# 8192345, image# 785 of 817; on 11 microfilm reels, viewed online at www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City, Utah. Hereinafter cited as Deeds, 1827-1901 (Anderson County, Kentucky).
  4. [S17] 1850 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John and Eliza Lankford, Year: 1850; Census Place: Anderson, Kentucky; Roll: 190; Page: 231b. Hereinafter cited as 1850 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S2059] Kentucky, U.S., Death Records, 1852-1965, online at www.ancestry.com, death of Rachel J Langford, single, age 20, from Typhoid Fever on 5 October 1856 on Crooked Creek, Anderson County, Kentucky, USA, born about 1836 on Crooked Creek, Anderson County, to John Langford and Eliza Langford, citing Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, Frankfort, Kentucky. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., Death Records, 1852-1965.
  6. [S37] 1870 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of John and Eliza Lankford, Year: 1870; Census Place: District 5, Anderson, Kentucky; Roll: M593_444; Page: 294A. Hereinafter cited as 1870 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, John Langford, Memorial# 39739370. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  8. [S2230] Kentucky, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1774-1989, online at www.ancestry.com, estate of Eliza Langford opened for probate on 15 November 1875 in Anderson County, Kentucky, USA, her son A. J. Langford appointed Administrator, referencing image# 96 of 1777. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1774-1989.

Harry R. Maxson1

b. 23 February 1907, d. 1 June 1991
Family
Birth*23 February 1907Harry R. Maxson was born on 23 February 1907 in Indiana.2,3,4 
Name VariationHis full name was Harry Russell Maxson.5 
Marriage*23 February 1924He married first Willie E. Lytton, daughter of William S. Lytton and Emma J. Pedigo, on 23 February 1924 in Indiana. Harry had reported his age as 21, however they both were 17 years old.6 
(Husband) Death5 August 1959Harry became a widower when Willie E. (Lytton) Maxson died on 5 August 1959 at age 53.7,8 
Marriage*1960He married second, as her third husband, Blanche (Jones) Charles Payton, daughter of Sherman Lewis Hawhee and Mary Jones, in 1960.1 
(Husband) Death21 December 1984Harry became a widower for the second time when Blanche N. (Jones) Charles Payton Maxson died on 21 December 1984 at age 78.1,9 
(Husband) Obituary22 December 1984Harry R. Maxson was identified by name as the widowed husband of Blanche N. (Hawhee) Maxson in her obituary dated 22 December 1984 in Bedford, Lawrence County, Indiana. The newspaper also named her six surviving stepchildren, three stepdaughters and three stepsons, all children of her husband, Harry, and his first wife.1 
Death*1 June 1991He died on 1 June 1991 in Punta Gorda, Charlotte County, Florida, at age 84.5,4 
Burial*He was buried near his first wife in Section P, Lot 323, Space 1, of Floral Park Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana.2 

Family 1

 Willie E. Lytton b. 9 May 1906, d. 5 Aug 1959

Family 2

 Blanche Jones b. 22 Sep 1906, d. 21 Dec 1984

Citations

  1. [S2903] Blanche N. (Jones) Maxson 1984 Obituary, Indiana, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Times-Mail, (Bedford, Indiana), Saturday, December 22, 1984, Page 2, (Downloaded on August 4, 2025), under the heading, "Blanche Maxson", reporting that Blanche N. Maxson, 78, R.2, West Baden, died the day before at Orange County Hospital in Paoli; that she was born 22 September 1906 in French Lick to Sherman and Mary "Johens" Hawhee and married in 1960 to Harry R. Maxson who survives; that also surviving were three stepdaughters and three stepsons (all of whom were named), three half-sisters, Beatrice Hanger, Mrs. Rita Noble and Mrs. Margaret Stobie, all of French Lick, and a number of step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; that she was a member of Red Quarry Christian Church, a Veteran of World War II, serving in the WACS, and a member of the French Lick American Legion Post 76; that she was employed with the shoe factory in Paoli; that funeral services were the following day, Sunday, with burial in Ames Chapel Cemetery. Hereinafter cited as Blanche N. (Jones) Maxson 1984 Obituary, Indiana.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Harry R. Maxson, Memorial# 128683592. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  3. [S40] 1910 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of widow Myrtle Maxon, Year: 1910; Census Place: Washington Ward 3, Daviess, Indiana; Roll: T624_344; Page: 10a; Enumeration District: 0020; FHL microfilm: 1374357; her son, Harry R. was 3 years old. Hereinafter cited as 1910 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S29] U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014, online at Ancestry.com, death of Harry R. Maxson of 33982, Punta Gorda, Charlotte, Florida, USA, born on 23 February 1907 and died on 1 June 1991. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
  5. [S2904] Harry Russell Maxson 1991 Obituary, Indiana, online at Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s, at www.newspapers.com, The Indianapolis Star, (Indianapolis, Indiana), Tuesday, June 4, 1991, Page 37, (Downloaded on August 4, 2025), reporting, in part, that Harry Russell Maxson, 84, Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Indianapolis, died Saturday, June 1; that he had worked 42 years for Indiana Bell Telephone Company, retiring as project manager in 1942; that he was the widower of Willie E. Lytton Maxson and Blanche Charles Maxson; that he was survived by three sons and three daughters (all named), and numerous grands, greats and great-greats. Hereinafter cited as Harry Russell Maxson 1991 Obituary, Indiana.
  6. [S2649] Indiana, U.S., Marriage Certificates, 1960-2012, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage on 23 February 1924 in Indiana, USA of Harry R Maxson, age 21, born on 23 February 1903 , and Willie Lytton, age 17, born on 9 May 1906. Hereinafter cited as Indiana, U.S., Marriage Certificates, 1960-2012.
  7. [S1571] Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2017, online at www.ancestry.com, death of Willie Maxson, age 53, on 5 August 1959 in Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, Marion, Indiana, USA, born on 9 May Abt 1906 in Rock Port, Indiana, daughter of William Lytton and ____ Pedigo, informant her husband, H. R. Maxon, burial in Floral Park Cemetery, Date Registered 1959, referencing Indiana Archives and Records Administration; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2011; Year: 1959; Roll: 11. Hereinafter cited as Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2017.
  8. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Willie Edgar (Lytton) Maxson, Memorial# 177784593.
  9. [S1571] Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2017, online at www.ancestry.com, death of Blanche N. Maxson of RR# 2, West Baden, Orange County, age 78, married to Harry Maxson, shoe factory worker, veteran of US armed forces, died on 21 December 1984 at Orange County Hospital in Paoli, Orange, Indiana, USA, born on 22 September 1906 in Indiana, daughter of Sherman Hawhee and Mary Jones, informant her husband, Harry Maxson of RR# 2, West Baden, Orange County, mailing address Orleans, burial in Ames Chapel Cemetery; Date Registered 1984, referencing Indiana Archives and Records Administration; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2011; Year: 1984; Roll: 16.

Barry Maxwell1

d. 7 October 1800
Family
Father*John Maxwell1 b. 1687, d. 6 Aug 1759
Mother*Judith Barry1
Peerage of Ireland* Barry succeeded his brother in the barony as the 3rd Baron Farnham. He was created Viscount Farnham in 1781 and Earl of Farnham in 1785.1,2 
Death*7 October 1800He died on 7 October 1800.1 

Citations

  1. [S225] Wikipedia Free Encyclopedia, online at www.wikipedia.org, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Maxwell,_1st_Baron_Farnham. Hereinafter cited as Wikipedia Encyclopedia.
  2. [S225] Wikipedia Encyclopedia, online at www.wikipedia.org, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baron_Farnham

Blanche Genevieve Maxwell1

b. 26 February 1888, d. 27 July 1964
Family
Father*Harry Maxwell1,2 b. 1864, d. 4 Aug 1889
Mother*Sadie J. Woods1,3 b. 24 Nov 1868, d. 12 Jan 1957
Birth*26 February 1888Blanche Genevieve Maxwell was born on 26 February 1888 in Renova, Clinton County, Pennsylvania.4,5 
(Stepdaughter) Census US 19001 June 1900Blanche Maxwell was enumerated on the 1900 census taken on 1 June 1900 in the household of her mother and stepfather, Sadie and Tom Livingston, on Ontario Avenue, Renovo, Clinton County, Pennsylvania. Blanche was at school, and was recorded as 7 years old, although she was actually about age 12.6 
Marriage*16 September 1920She married Walter D. Vines, son of James W. Vines and Edna Shy, on 16 September 1920 in Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia.7,5,8 
(Wife) Death3 April 1958Blanche became a widow when Walter Dabney Vines died on 3 April 1958 at age 69.7 
Death*27 July 1964She died on 27 July 1964 in her home at 723 E. Third Street, National City, San Diego County, California, at age 764,1 
Burial* and was buried with her husband in Section R, Site 407, of Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, San Diego County.7,5 

Family

 Walter D. Vines b. 3 Aug 1888, d. 3 Apr 1958

Citations

  1. [S748] Find a Grave website, which often provides cemetery and tombstone photos, and sometimes personal biographies, that may be obtained from the site, online at www.findagrave.com, Blanche Genevieve (Maxwell) Vines, Memorial# 34890085. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave website.
  2. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Harry Maxwell, Memorial# 170786456, reporting his death on 4 August 1889, in the 23rd year of his age.
  3. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Sadie (Woods) Livingston, Memorial# 120987659, from the attached copy of the license and marriage of Thomas C. Livingston and Sadie (Woods) Maxwell on 17 November 1890 in Renovo, Pennsylvania.
  4. [S2096] U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, online at www.ancestry.com, Imperial Beach Star-News, (Imperial Beach, California), Thursday, 30 July 1964, page 6, reporting that Mrs. Blanche Genevieve Vines, 76, died Monday July 27, 1964 at home of a long-time heart condition; resident of 11 years at 723 E. Third Street, National City, was a native of Renova, Pennsylvania; a retired bookkeeper, she last worked for a West Virginia baking company; interment at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery; widow of Walter D. Vines, survived by her sister, Mrs. Marie Stauffer, same address, and niece Mrs. James Stevens, San Diego. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current.
  5. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Blanche Genevieve (Maxwell) Vines, Memorial# 34890085, incorrectly reporting her place of birth as Cabell County, West Virginia which was her husband's place of birth; Blanche was born in Renova, Clinton County, Pennsylvania.
  6. [S34] 1900 United States Federal Census, online at www.ancestry.com, household of Tom and Sadie Livingston, (spelled Livingstone by the census taker), Year: 1900; Census Place: Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1397; Page: 1; Enumeration District: 0028; FHL microfilm: 1241397. Hereinafter cited as 1900 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S748] Find a Grave website, online at www.findagrave.com, Walter Dabney Vines, Memorial# 3437091.
  8. [S1387] West Virginia, Marriages Index, 1785-1971, online at www.ancestry.com, marriage of Miss Blanche Maxwell, age 27, born about 1893 in Pennsylvania, and Walter D Vines, age 30, born about 1890 in Cabell County, West Virginia, on 16 September 1920 in Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia County. Hereinafter cited as West Virginia Marriages Index 1785-1971.