Kane County, IL Marriage News
Kane County, IL Marriage News
BANCROFT-STONE
Marriage of Mr. E.A. Bancroft and Miss E.P. StoneA very pleasant but private morning wedding, was solemnized in North Aurora, Wednesday morning, Oct. 11, 1893, at 8 a.m., being witnessed only by the immediate family, the contracting parties being Mr. E.A. Bancroft of Batavia, and Miss E.P. Stone; at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Stone, and the ceremony was pronounced by Rev. J.E. Bissell, Pastor of the Batavia Cong'l Church.
An elegant wedding breakfast was served and after hearty congratulations, the happy couple left on the 8:30 train, for Omaha, Neb., for their wedding trip. The contracting parties are both estimable young people, Mr. Bancroft being one of the able assistants of Ag't Wm. T. Pratt, at the North-Western Depot, in this city, where he has faithfully and proficiently handled his work, for the past five years, and is a favorite among his associates. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Jackson Stone, who is one of the well-to-do and leading citizens of North Aurora. She is a lady of culture and refinement and pleasing ways and has a large circle of friends.
Upon their return, they will take up their future residence, in Batavia, on First St., where Mr. Bancroft has built a handsome new home, of modern architecture, convenience and beauty, and everything will be put in readiness for their happiness and comforts, in this new home. they will be at home to their friends, after Dec. 1st. The HERALD unites with their large circle of friends, in extending congratulations and best wises, that they may live to enjoy many happy, prosperous years. Batavia citizens are pleased to welcome them to our midst, as future residents. ["Batavia Herald" 12 Oct 1893 - Transcribed by K.T.]
BURTON-SLOANE
Married: Mr. Amos Burton, of this city, and M. Maud Sloane, of Nebraska City, Neb., at her home, Thursday, Nov. 9. After an extended wedding tour, they arrived in Batavia, Tuesday evening, and will be at home on North Batavia Ave., Fridays, after Jan 1st. Miss Sloane visited Batavia two years ago, and is a pleasant and cultured lady. The Nebraska City Daily news has the following to say of the wedding: "This morning at 10:30 o'clock, in the presence of only relatives of the bride, Rev. Dr. Green united in marriage Mr. Amos Burton of Batavia, Ill., and Miss Maud, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Sloane. Immediately after the ceremony the newly married couple left for Kansas City, and from there will go to Batavia, where they will make their home. The bride is one of Nebraska City's most charming young .... [end of available data] The Batavia Herald, 16 Nov 1893 - Transcribed by K.T.
DIETZ-GILLETTE
Md. at Batavia, Illinois, Friday, September 26, 1873, by Rev. D. FULTON; J. Frank DIETZ of Anamosa, Iowa, and Ella J. GILLETTE of Independence, Iowa. [Boone County Advocate (IA), 10 October 1873]
MERRIMAN-WHITTON
Bataviaites Attend a Brilliant Wedding, at Turner
Miss Eleanor May Whitton and Mr. Edward L. Merriman were united in marriage on Wednesday evening, Oct. 4th at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitton, of Turner, Ill., in the presence of a large company of friends and relatives. The bride wore a gown of heavy white corded silk and was attended by Miss Emma Hobler, of this city (Batavia) as maid of honor, and Miss Wilson and Miss Merriman as bridesmaids. The ceremony was preceded by an appropriate wedding song, sung by Mr. Arthur Burton, of Batavia. The couple were the recipients of many valuable gifts from their hosts of friends. Those present from Batavia were Mr. Chas. Hobler, the Misses Hobler, Mrs. Patchin, Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Doty, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Burton, Mrs. Geo. Burton, Mrs. Warnamont, Messrs. Arthur and Roy Burton and Mr. Chas. Coffin. Mr. and Mrs. Merriman will be at home after Nov. 1, at Oak Park. The Batavia Herald, 12 Oct 1893 - Transcribed by K.T.
MICHOLSON-SWANSON
Marriage of Mr. Martin Micholson and Miss A. Swanson
A very pleasant wedding occurred at the residence of Mr. Chas. Wenberg, last Saturday evening, at 7:30 o'clock, it being the marriage of Mr. Martin Micholson and Miss Amanda Swanson, both of this city. They will make their future home on Jefferson Street, between 1st and Main, west Side. They are enterprising young people and have many warm friends who extend hearty congratulations. ["Batavia Herald", 5 May 1893]
MODDE-MUNCH
Miss Gladys Munch, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Munch, 658 Keep Ave., Elgin, became the bride of Frederick Modde, son of Gustaf Modde of St. Charles, at a ceremony performed at the parsonage of the Bethlehem Lutheran church Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. J. David Ekstrom officiated. The couple was attended by Miss Florence Kruse of Elgin and Earling Holmstrom of St. Charles. The bride wore a blue suit with tan accessories and a corsage of yellow tea roses. Miss Kruse wore a gray suit and a corsage of pink roses.
The couple left immediately after the ceremony for a wedding trip to Wisconsin. They are residing at 223 North 3rd st. Mrs. Modde is a graduate of Elgin High School and is employed by the B.G. Garment Co. in Elgin. Mr. Modde is a graduate of St. Charles Community High School and is employed at the Chronicle Publishing Co.
[St. Charles Chronicle, June 30, 1938 - Submitted by a Friend of Free Genealogy]
ROE-HAMILTON
Married at the residence of the bride's sister at Hampshire, Wednesday, Feb 22, 1893, by the Rev. Mr. Hemmel, Mr. l.C. Rowe and Miss Susie Hamilton, both of Batavia. They were the recipients of many valuable and useful presents. They will make their future home in Elburn, where the groom will run a meat-market. The Herald extends congratulations.
SCHULTZ-KOHLHAMER
The marriage of Mrs. Ada Beatrice Kohlhamer, daughter of Mrs. B. Shoneman, 533 Washington boulevard, Chicago to Erwin W. Schultz of this place was solemnized at the home of the bride's Mother at 8 O'clock Thursday evening, Dec. 14. Rev. William C. DeWitt read the service. The wedding was a very quite one, only the relatives being present. The bride wore a gown of tan albatross. A band of golden brown velvet edged with cream appliqué, which was used in much of the trimming, ran from the skirt hem to the collar of the dress, both on the front and back and to the edge of the train. White roses were carried by the bride and pinks by the bridesmaid. Mr. and Mrs. Schultz will be at home at 122 Monroe Street after Jan. 15. (Taken from the Advocate Dec. 23, 1899 - Pg. 8, Col. 4 - Sub. by Suzan Stern)
THRUN-HEBNER
A number of friends gathered at the German Church on Wednesday afternoon and at the house in evening to attend the marriage of Gustave Thrun and Miss Tilda Hebner. The bridesmaids and groomsmen were Misses Mary Braun and Tilda Thrun, Richard Braun and Herman Thrun. All were very finely decorated with flowers. A very fine dance was enjoyed at the house in the evening, and Thursday morning all departed wishing the young couple a long and happy life. (Taken from the Advocate Dec. 23rd, 1899 - Pg. 8, Col. 4 - Sub. by Suzan Stern)
VETTERMAN-THRUN
Miss Martha Thrun of Pingree Grove and Otto C. Vetterman were united in marriage Saturday afternoon at the home of the officiating clergyman, Rev. H. Jacoby. (Taken from the Elgin Daily Courier, Monday March 9, 1908 - Pg. 3, Col. 3 - Sub. by Suzan Stern)
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