Woodford County Marriages

The Marshall County Republican, Henry, IL - January 24, 1867 Mrs. Phebe (Johnson) White for many years a resident of Whitefield township, was married recently at Minonk to a Mr. McClure, a farmer said to be well-off. Mr. White her first husband went to California to seek a fortune and died there as of 2 years ago. Mrs. McC. has our best wishes. The Henry Republican, Henry, IL - October 13, 1870 Married At Metamora by Rev. Jas. M. Berry, John W. Burdette of Peoria and Miss Annie Robert of Metamora The Henry Republican, Henry, IL - December 14, 1871 Married in Washburn, by Rev. James, Robert Barton and Mary J. Redden, both of this county (Marshall). The Henry Republican - April 9, 1874 Married In El Paso, March 25, by Rev. G. N.E. , Harvey Wilson of Lacon and Miss Mary E. Scott of E. The Henry Republican - August 9, 1877 Married at Lacon, August 2, at the residence of J. E. Ong, Esq., by Rev. J. P. Agenbroad, Dr. A. S. Hayes of Minonk and Miss Jennie A. Ong of L. The Henry Republican - September 13, 1877 In Belle Plain township, William Boon of Richland and Miss Maggie L. McClure of Washburn. The Henry Republican - July 25, 1878 Married at Caledonia, Putnam county, by Rev. Porter, Dr. E. A. Wilcox of Minonk, late state senator of the 20th legislative district, and Miss Victory Boyle of C. The Henry Republican - March 3, 1881 Married at Lacon, Feb. 22, by Ira Norris, Esq., Chas. Hoshor of Woodford county, and Miss Ella Amanda Seward of Lacon. The Henry Republican - March 3, 1881 - At Cazenovia, Woodford county, Feb. 16, by Rev. Wilson, John Clark of Eureka, and Miss Alice Gilpin, sister of A. L. Gilpin of this city. The Henry Republican - March 10, 1881 Married at Metamora, Woodford county, March 1, by Rev. Eli  McClish, Clint G. Ford and Miss Littie Foster, both of Breyer's dramatic company. Clint G. Ford, late of the Lacon Democrat and Miss Lottie Foster, were married at Metamora recently. Both are traveling with Breyer's dramatic company.  Clint is a star in his specialties and Miss Foster is a general favorite with the public and both are the leading actors in the troupe referred to above. The Henry Republican - February 9, 1882 Married At Lacon, Feb. 2, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. Blair, Frank Mau of Washburn, and Miss Carrie, daughter of August Frede, the shoemaker. The Washburn Leader - 21 Feb 1907 (courtesy Barb Darling) Washburn Leader, Front Page Baker-Combes On Thursday last week at 10 am the nuptials of Mr. Albert Baker and Miss Loney Combes were celebrated. The wedding occurred at the ME Church Parsonage, the pastor officiating. They were attended by Mr. Edward Wood and Miss Dora Koch. Immediately after the ceremony, they left for a brief visit with relatives in Galesburg. Mr. Baker is from Indianapolis. During his three years in this community he has sustained a good reputation for industry and integrity. His fair bride is a young lady of many excellent charms, fully attested by a host of warm friends. They will reside on a farm near Toluca. The Leader with many friends extends them warm wishes. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 25, 1882 Cannon-Donahue Monday, February 20, 1882, by Rev. Father O'Kelly, at his residence in El Paso, Douglas Cannon and Miss Ellen Donahue, daughter of Dan Donahue, of Gridley, Ill. We have known this young couple so long that the memory of man reunneth not to the contrary, and although we cannot extend to them the hand of fellowship and welcome them into the matrimonial state, not being in that realm, ourselves, we wish them a bright, happy and prosperous future. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 25, 1882 J. L. Causey, at one time a merchant in Secor, and well and favorable known in this county, now doing business in Streator; was married, last week to Mrs. Clara Goodie, of Cleveland, Ohio. The Minonk Journal - Saturday May 31, 1884 Hopkins-Hymer At the residence of the brides mother, in Afton, Iowa, Thursday evening, May 15th. Rev. J. T. Hopkins of El Paso, Ill. and Miss May I. Hymer, of Afton, Rev. J. B. Wetty officiating. The groom is a graduate of Parson college, Fairfield, in the class of '81 and in April last received a diploma from the Presbyterian Theological Seminary located at Chicago. He at once accepted an ;invitation to El Paso where he has since been engaged in ministerial labors. Miss Mymer has been connected with the Afton schools for the last two years and is classed with the successful teachers. Having grown up from childhood where she has many warm friends who regret that her future home is to be in another state. After a beautiful re past and a pleasant social hour, the company dispersed and at 11:45 the two who had taken upon themselves the solemn duties of husband and wife, departed for Chicago, where they will spend a few days, then proceed to their new home in El Paso. That as many of life's blessings as usually fall to mortale may be their share, is the wish of their many friends, among whom is the Reporter - Every Sunday Morning Creston, Iowa. The Minonk Journal - June 24, 1882 Wednesday evening, at the St. Matthew's Episcopal church was solemnized the wedding ceremony uniting the lives of Mr. Clarence Alcott and Miss Emma Beard, two most estimable young people of this city. Mr. Alcott is an industrious young machanic (sic) working in the finishing department of Geo. Brand's furniture manufactory on Front street. Miss Beard is the daughter of Mr. Thomas Beard, a miller formerly of the firm of Beard & Johnson, and is a most excellent you lady, a fine singer and player and organist at the Episcopal church. Both of the young people are members of the church in which they were married by the pastor, Rev. S. P. Simpson. After their marriage they left the city for a short wedding tour, and on returning will begin housekeeping at the home of Mr. Alcott's parents (Pantagraph) Miss Beard has many friends in El Paso, where at one time she resided, who will unite with the Journal in wishing this young couple a most happy future. The Minonk Journal - Saturday June 17, 1882 Married at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Simpson, five miles northeast of El Paso, Thursday eve., May 8th, Mr. Chas. Fordyee and Miss Marie Gray. The ceremony was performed in the presence of a large circle of relatives and friends, by the Rev. Birch, shortly after six o'clock. The bride was attired in ashes of roses silk and natural flowers, and was attended by Miss Minnie Loomis, of Decatur. The groom was dressed in the customary color, black, and was attended by Mr. Geo. M. Holferty, of Eureka. The ceremony and congratulations over, attention was given to the disposing of the feast of good things, prepared for the occasion. After supper the remainder of the evening was agreeably spent in conversation interspersed with music. The presents were numerous, handsome and useful. The following is a list: Pair linen table cloths and tureen, from bride's mother; set silver tea spoons, Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Fordyee; tea tray, Rev. Birch and wife; glass tea set, Mr. A. W. Shepard and wife; tea set and fruit dish, neatly engraved with bride's and groom's name, Mrs. Kingdon and daughter; glass fruit dish, Lena Fordyee; pair of linen towels, Mrs. Theo. Gray, stereoscope and views, also elegant bound copy of "The great events of our past century," Chas. Fordyee to bride; box of handkerchiefs, Minnie Loomis, copy of "Lucile," Geo. M. Halferty; glass honey dish, Alva and Lizzie Jaynes; pickle dish, Vertie and Annie Simpson; pickle castor, F. Guard, handsome bouquet, Blanche Cloud; glass water pitcher, Thos. Simpson, set goblets, Willie Simpson; tea set, Mr. Lollis and wife and Mr. Robinson and wife. Mr. Fordyee has just finished a course at the Normal University, carrying off a diploma at the last commencement of that institution. The happy couple left on the morning train last Saturday to remain a week. They have our best wishes for success in their journey through life. On Wednesday night June 7th, Miss Minnie Potthoff, daughter of Squire Potthoff, of Peoria, was married to Fred Greiner, a commercial traveler. Mr. Greiner is well known by many citizens of El Paso where he at one time lived. Double Knot A double wedding occurred Wednesday, June 7th at the residence of Chas. Kettelle, a prominent lawyer formerly of Metamora, now of Chicago. The parties were Frank Kettelle and Miss Nevore, and George McConnell and Miss Abie Kettelle. Frank Kettelle is a commercial traveler, and frequently visits El Paso. The Minonk Journal - Saturday May 6, 1882 Golden Wedding Rev. and Mrs. S. G. J. Worthington on last Wednesday evening, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage by an elegant reception, held at their residence in this city. Father Worthington was joined in wedlock to Miss Mary Jane Hedges on May 3, 1832, since which time he has been a faithful minister of the M. E. church, and his wife a constant help and co-worker. The couple are widely known throughout this section of the State, Father Worthington having several times served as presiding elder, and has filled many important charges during his long and active ministry. About 300 invitations were issued and the attendance was very large. Exercises were commenced by Rev. F. M. Chaffee, P. E. Normal district, who in a very happy manner presented an address from the ministers connected with his district. He was followed by Mr. G. E. Hubbell, a son-in-law of the host, who read an original and appropriate poem. Father Worthington responded in a very neat and affecting speech, after which a quartette sang "Only Waiting," Prayer was then offered by Rev. C. Springer. The company then partook of an elegant and bountiful repast The presents were numerous and valuable, consisting of many beautiful gold articles and a large amount of gold coin, in all valued at several hundred dollars. Among the many present we notice the following: Hon. N. E. Worthington and family, Peoria, Mr. George E. Hubbell and wife, nee Worthington, Davenport, Iowa; Mrs. Van Alstine and family, Spring Lake, Ill., S. H. Worthington and family, El Paso; Miss Emma Worthington, Miss Lela Coats, Rev. P. W. Chaffee, presiding elder Normal district; Rev. J. F. James, Cropsey, Ill.; Rev. H. C. Birch, Gridley, Rev. W. R. Wiley, Manito; Rev. C. H. Botkin, Deer Creek, Rev. C. Springer, Piper City; Rev. A. L. Morse, Graymont; Rev. F. H. Cummings, El Paso; Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Park, Normal, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tucker, Eureka; Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Ward, Eureka; Mrs. Chas. H. Moore, Caldwell, Kansas. The hour of midnight had long passed when, with a hearty "God bless you" from the host and hostess, and with the best wishes from those present, that the sunset of life for Father Worthington and his helpmate might be crowned with blessings and comfort, the guests took their departure. The Minonk Journal - March 4, 1882 The wedding which took place in Secor last Thursday evening was one of the most brilliant that ever took place in that prosperous little village. The prominence of the high contracting parties, Mr. Henry L. Steward and Miss Etta Nofsinger, and all interested made the occasion of more than ordinary interest. The ceremony was performed in the Christian church which had been previously prepared for the happy occasion. At precisely 8 p.m. the bride, attended by Misses Ella Collins, Carrie Cummins and Maggie Baird, and the groom attended by Messrs. Jay Robeson, Charles Stewart (brother of the groom) and W. F. Watkins, marched up the aisles and stood before the altar where Prof. James Kirk performed the usual impressive ceremony and pronounced them man and wife, after which the invited guests repaired to the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Nofsinger, where the large assemblage, numbering abut one hundred, sat down to a supper which surpassed anything ever spread before the people of Secor. After supper the guests were invited into the parlors, where the happy couple received the congratulations of their many friends. Mr. S. B. Pool, in behalf of the donors, then presented to the newly married couple a long list of handsome and valuable presents, which is hereto subjoined. It was a most pleasant affair for all in attendance, and the manner in which the evening was passed does credit to Mr. Nofsinger and family. The Journal extends its hearty congratulations to the happy couple and wishes them a joyous and prosperous life. The presents were: 56 pieces china ware, Mr. L. Nofsinger; what-not, Mrs. C. J. Nofsinger; fine linen table cloth, L. L. Weisel, Peoria; ivory and satin fan, Gage Bros., Chicago; pin cushion pillow and sheet shames, Mrs. B. Saxton; silver pickle castor, Mrs. Dr. Ross and daughter Alice, Peoria; fancy silk and lace shopping bag, Miss Nannie Jamison, Quincy; set ivory-handled table knives, Adolph Nofsinger; set glassware, Misses Sarah and Ella Collins; set silver knives and forks, Charles Stewart; set silver tea spoons, J. E. Saxton; silver caster, C. A. Nofsinger; book of poems, J. P. Sidwell, Chicago; silver breakfast castor, Mr. and Mrs. Amos and W. E. and Mrs. S. B. Pool; ornamented lamp, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stewart; glass butter dish, Mr. and Mrs. A. Horn; glass bread plate, Miss Anna Wilkerson; glass fruit dish, Ross Polhemus; fancy toilet set, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Hereford; set glass goblets, Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Enyart; bouquet flowers, Miss Kate Saxton, Peoria; glass fruit dish, Mr. and Mrs. James Collins; fancy breakfast cap, Mrs. Nettie West, Chicago; glass berry dish, Mr. and Mrs. Tribbey and daughter Minnie, set solid silver tea spoons, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Sidwell, Chicago; set goblets and table cloth, Ed and Miss Mary Dierking; one dozen napkins, Miss Emma Harseim; parlor lamp, E. J. Harseim; silver caster, Miss Ida Schafer, El Paso; glass toilet set, Mr. and Mrs. Letcher Nofsinger, Roanoke; silver berry dish, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Stewart, Chicago; berry spoon, Miss Maggie Baird, Eureka; glass berry dish, Miss Ida Wright; set jelly dishes, Miss Carrie Harseim; pair individual silver salts, Miss Sallie Gassner and mother; set glassware, Jay and Miss Stella Robeson; silver spoon-holder, Mr. and Mrs. O. G. Merrill, Chicago; silver butter knife, Miss Ida Cannon; set silver tea spoons, groom's mother; ornamented fruit stand, Misses Eva and Dora Richardson; vase, Alonzo Brown; pair vases, F. M. and Miss Ida Richardson, Pontiac; gold bronze library lamp, H. J. Tegtmeyer; glass bread plate, Miss Hattie Taylor; bed spread, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Heineke; towel rack with mirror, Miss Mary Harseim. Married, at the residence of the bride's parents, three and one-half miles southwest of Benson, Ill., Wednesday, march 1st, Calvin E. Hoff, of Roanoke, and Miss Ann Peterson, of East Linn. At 7 p.m. the happy couple took their places on the floor, accompanied by Mr. James Huxtable and Lewis Peterson, brother of the bride, and Misses Norry Peterson, sister of the bride, and Flora Ray, of Flanagan. After the ceremony was performed congratulations were in order. The bride and groom are both well known in this vicinity and highly respected by all. We feel assured that theirs will be a happy life. The wedding supper was a credit to the family, and all the substantial, delicacies, as well as the luxuries, were spread before the large assemblage. After supper the evening was passed very pleasantly, and at a late hour the guests departed, leaving their best wishes for Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Hoff. The JOURNAL extends to the happy couple its congratulations and wished them a bright, happy and prosperous future. A list of the presents is subjoined herto.: Fine large bible, bride's parents; set chairs and bed-stead, Mrs. Sallie Peterson; set silver tea spoons, Chas. Peterson; syrup can, N. F. Peterson; two pickle dished, Simon Peterson; glass pitcher, Lewis Peterson; clock, Mr. and Mrs. Phil Peterson; fine parlor lamp, Mrs. Ella Peterson; lamp mat, Jennie Jeter; two glass fruit dishes, Mr. and Mrs. Jeter; glass set, Bertie Peterson, glass fruit dish, Mrs. Geo. Tollman of Hoopeston; blue and white fringed bed spread, Wm. Tollman; fruit dish, Alice Tollman; silver salt caster, Lewis Fartner, Hoopeston; six towels, Hattie Tollman; worked tidy, Nettie Fartner, New Jersey; set pillow slips, Miss Mary Fartner; one dozen saucers, Miss Eva Oltmann; bread plate, Mrs. Geo. Oltmann; silver wine cup, Fred Oltmann; two glass dessert dishes, Mrs. Susan Ray; one ?, dozen linen napkins, Jno. Ray; silver tea pot, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Huxtable; silver tea pot, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Huxtable; silver syrup can, Miss Mattie Huxtable; camel's hair clothes duster, with gold handle and silver ring, Tommy Huxtable; Japanese tea set, H. S. Brubaker and S. Tool; two velvet picture frames, Sauer & Holland; silver pickle caster, Mrs. A. W. Forney and son - Alfred; glass pitcher, Sherry Leonard; glass ink stand, Miss Emily Fry; set silver table spoons, C. A. Nofsinger; fruit dish, Nettie Tanninger; silver napkins rings, A. F. Marshal; silver napkin rings, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rutz; silver napkin rings, Etta Nofsinger; fine bronze toilet set, Mrs. D. Duttarer and daughter, Peoria; set knives and forks, S. Nofsinger and lady; fine bronze lamp, Mrs. Livingston; fine bronze lamp, Chas. and Carrie Farely; celluloid toilet set in morocco case, Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Coleman; glass set, B. W. Deaton; cake stand, Flora ?, glass pitcher, J. Maxwell; one half-dozen saucers, Alice M. Tribbey; tulip basket, Dana Betz; worked tidy, Miss Hattie Betz; two towels, Mrs. Betz; fine table cloth, T. F. Meineman; one dozen linen napkins, El Williams; linen table cloth, Mrs. Williams; linen table cloth, Mrs. Wm. McCord; toilet set, Miss Lucia Martin, Lacon; napkins, Miss Anna Mochow; one dozen goblets, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Martin, Peoria; sliver vases, Miss Flora Ray; silver dollar, Mrs. J. W. Coleman. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday March 25, 1882 Mr. Charles Metzger and Miss Liona Diseon were married at Bloomington, Tuesday. The happy young people start in the voyage of life with the best wishes of friends for their continued health and happiness. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, February 11, 1882 Married at the Catholic church, Miss M. Noirot to Mr. Joseph Snyder. The bride was charming in a echru brocaded silk with customary veil and orange blossoms. The happy couple go to house keeping at once. Cupid's Captives - Hanley Warner, of El Paso, and Miss Nellie R. Barrga, of Farmdale, were joined in wedlock in this city (El Paso) on the 5th inst., Rev. A. A. Stevens officiating. The bride is 19 and the groom 22 years of age. - Peoria Transcript. One by one they leave us. Hanley is a good boy. We know that, for he got part of his early training in this office. Mr. and Mrs. Warner will please accept our congratulations. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday February 25, 1882 Nelven R. Cavan and Miss Elizabeth E. Bowman; Theophil Herbst and Miss Rebecca Mincosinwitz; Wm. House and Miss Ollie White; Adam J. Smizer and Miss Catharine Baker; John Hawkins and Miss Theresa Koempel; Douglass A. Cannon and Miss Ellen M. Donahue; Hermann Rickert and Miss Ida May; George H. Culver and Miss Lottie L. Marsh; James H. Sueed and Miss Minnie M. Lewis; Edgar T. Cannon and Miss Lydia E. Bloodsworth, and Wm. Smith and Miss Emma Clauden, are candidates for matrimonial honors. The Journal (Minonk) - Saturday, April 22, 1882 Married by Police Magistrate Giehl, on Monday the 17th, Mr. Jason T. Corwin and Miss Jennie Robbin, both of Washington. We wish the young couple much joy. Married - on Tuesday evening, the 19th inst., at the residence of the bride, Mrs. Anna Shaffer to Mr. Sam Williamson of Ohio. Married at Brooklyn, New York on Wednesday, April 11, 1882 by Rev. Cookman, Mr. George S. Fiske of Brooklyn, and Miss Louisa Hamilton, daughter of R. L. Hamilton, of Minonk. Mr. Fiske is with the elevated railway. They will reside at Willow Place, Brooklyn where he has a residence splendidly furnished. The Washburn Leader - December 11, 1902 At the Methodist parsonage Dec. 6, 1902, at 6:30 p.m. by Rev. G. L. Taylor, Frank Harmon and Ruby Tweddale, were united in wedlock. The friends of the young couple wish them many years of uninterrupted happiness. On Dec. 10, 1902, at six o'clock in the evening, at the home of the bride's father, W. Henry Smith, who resides a short distance East of Washburn, Mr. Robert W. Irvins and Miss Jessie L. Smith. Rev. G. L. Taylor, pronouncing the magic words that made them husband and wife. Mr. and Mrs. Irvins, will make their future home near Cazenovia, where Mr. Irvins will engage in farming. Their many friends wish them success in life. Marriage License Oren Eikin, Kansas tp - Millie White, Montgomery tp John Peters, Peoria -- Marie Busman, Peoria Charles E. Sands, Peoria - Mabel Kathum, Peoria George N. Stevens, Lowpoint - Coila E. Lichtenberger, Eureka Hughs Pritchard, Washburn - Edith Safford, Washburn Delard Carlock, Carlock - Edith Trunnell, Palestine Henry Petri, Hollis - Charlotte Vedel, Roanoke Menno S. Klopfenstein, Panola tp - Ella J. Roth, Panola tp Peter J. Jusseman (Husseman?), Roanoke tp - Anna Rankins, Washburn Percival A. Fisher, Roanoke - Osea M. Irvins, Lowpoint Henry Bachman, Cazenovia - Emma Spies, Metamora The Washburn Leader - December 18, 1902 The marriage of Miss Elsi Blackmon and Mr. Thomas Parkins, took place, yesterday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Blackmon. Elder J. W. Kilborn performed the ceremony, immediately after which all were invited to the dining room where most tempting repast was awaiting them The bride was attired in a beautiful white dress and carried a large bouquet of white carnations while the groom wore the usual black. Miss Elsi has for some time past been the pleasant and much admired clerk at Martini's store, and in addition, to a beautiful disposition, possesses a frankness of manner and speech that is decidedly winning her all times. All who know her are her friends. She has the sturdy qualities of a farmer's wife, which has always been her ambition, and her many friends are more than pleased at the bright prospect for her future. The groom is the only son of Mrs. E. Parkins and is an honest and thorough young man, who has assisted his mother in caring for their farm for some time and though young in years, he is old in the experience of farm life. He is a young man the bride could have no scruples in placing her future with, and the prospects for a happy and congenial companionship of these young people, is pleasant indeed. The newly wedded pair went directly to the home of the groom's mother, where they will make their home and conduct the work of the farm this year. The Leader joins their many friends in wishing them a long life of happiness and prosperity. Marriage License Albert J. Ewen, Minonk - Gertje Kleen, Minonk Edward Kaps, Peoria - Paulina Mitzefelt, Peoria Robert W. Irvins, Cazenovia tp - Jessie I. Smith, Cazenovia tp Oliver A. Tucker, Marchall co - Geneva Martin, Minonk Minonk News Supplement, Minonk, Woodford Co, Illinois - Friday, February 15, 1895 (contributed by Amy Robbins-Tjaden ) Mr Wert Folkers and Miss Lizzie Johnson were united in marriage at the Lutheran church, Thursday, February 14th, 1895, Rev. Ficken officiating. After the ceremony the guests were served with an elegant wedding dinner at the residence of the groom's parents, Mr and Mrs Charles Folkers. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Wilke Johnson, living 2 miles south of this place. These young people are well and favorably known in these parts, and ye scribe joins with their many friends in wishing them much happiness. The groom has rented a farm near Woodford, where they will be at home to their friends in the near future. A grand free ball was given in the hall in the evening. February 22, 1942 - Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. James B. Reeves announced Sunday the marriage of their eldest daughter, Loretta, to Cpl. Francis O'Rourke, Ft. Lewis, Wash. He is a son of Mrs. Mary O'Rourke, Downs. The wedding took place feb. 14 at St. Michael's church, Olympia, Wash., the Rev. Fr. M. P. Dwyer officiating. Miss Ruth Johnston and Pvt. 1 Cl. Patrick O'Rourke, brother of the bridegroom were attendants. Miss Reeves wore a silk jersey printed frock with black accessories and a gardenia corsage. The bride graduated from El Paso Township high school and the bridegroom from Downs high school. They will live at Ft. Lewis, where Mr. O'Rourke is stationed and his bride has employment. February 1942 - Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) Announcement has been made of the marriage of Miss Arline Hocke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Williams, 1225 East Oakland avenue, to Dick Dunmire, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Dunmire of El Paso. The ceremony took place Jan. 21 in St. Louis, Mo. March 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. James Kirby Wednesday announced the engagement of their daughter, Violet, to Robert Wadsworth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wadsworth. The wedding will be held April 30 (1942). July 2, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) El Paso - Miss Maxine Evans of Springfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Greeley Evans of Evening Shade, Ark., and Paul Meador, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Meador of Gridley were married at 4 p.m. Sunday at Kirkwood, Mo. They were accompanied by the bridegroom's brother, Sergt. Joseph A. Meador, now at Will Rogers field, Oklahoma City, Okla. The cuple returned to El Paso Monday. For the present they are living with the bridegoom's parents east of town. Mr. Meador is employed by the Pfister Hybrid seed Corn company. July 2, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) El Paso - In a ceremony Sunday afternoon at the First Church of God parsonage in Bloomington, Miss Maxine Lewis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Lewis became the bride of Russell Dodson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson of Gridley. The Rev. William J. Parker performed the single ring ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Grimes were the attendants and Barbara Ann Herrin was the flower girl. The bride is a graduate of El Paso high school. The bridegroom is a graduate of Gridley high school and attended Illinois State Normal university. After a short trip to St. Louis the couple will be at home on a farm south of Gridley. August 19, 1942 Unknown newspaper (possibly The Bloomington Pantagraph) El Paso - Mr. and Mrs. Vivian Ball had announced Friday the marriage of their daughter, Barbara, to Corp. John Volk, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Volk of El Paso at Reno, Nev., Aug. 3. They will live in San Francisco where he is stationed at a camp. They graduated from El Paso Township high school in 1937 and the groom was employed as a gas station attendant until his induction in the army. The bride was employed at the telephone office here.  El Paso Journal, January, 1892 Married. Last Friday morning Dec. 23, Mr. Chas. Perry and Miss Cora Johns, daughter of Alderman O. Johns, boarded the Illinois Central train for Bloomington, where they were married by Rev. Kane, pastor of the Presbyterian church.  The newly married pair returned on the noon train, when they duly "fessed up". On Wednesday morning of this week, Mr. and Mrs. Perry started for Big Timber, Montana, where Mr. Perry is engaged in the blacksmithing business. The trip was made via Chicago and Minneapolis. The bride and groom were both raised in this city, and are followed to their western home by the good wishes of their friends.