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office and has won the universal favor of all with whom he comes in contact, by the conscientious and courteous manner in which he has, so far, discharged the duties of his office. Mr. Sloan was born on a farm near Caledonia, Washington county, Mo., his grandfather having settled in that immediate neigh- borhood as early as 1806, and today there are twenty-five or thirty families of Sloans in and around this beautiful town of Caledonia, all prominent and leading citizens, principally com- posed of well to do farmers. Much more could be said in honor of this pioneer generation. as the editor of this work is personally acquainted with the most of them. Suffice it to say that the subject of this sketch left the environments of his childhood home in 1883, and came to the great state of Kansas, locating in the beautiful little town of Udall, Cowley county, and during his thirteen years' residence in that place, was for a number of years city treasurer. lle also served as township treasurer, a member of the council and one term as postmaster. In 1891 he engaged in the farm implement business with his other enterprises wbich he conducted until his removal to Winfield. In 1886 he received the appointment of deputy county clerk, when he came with his family to Wiufield. At the expiration of this appointment he concluded, at the solici- tation of his many friends, to make the race for county clerk, which he did, and was elected, taking charge of the office Jan- uary, 1900. As before stated, Mr. Sloan was born a farmer's son, near Caledonia, Washington county, Mo., Nov. 28. 1853. He was educated in the common shoools, and the Bellview Collegiate Institute and M. E. College of his native town. He was married to Miss Maggie R. Frye, August 2. 1891, of Udall, Kan. They have one son, Curtice, aged five years Mr. Sloan is a member of the R. M. and F. A. He resides with his family at 1005 East Tenth avenue.
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Long before man invented CASSIUS C. ROSEBERRY. letters by which he could bet- ter record for posterity what he had learned, he made pictures, as the easiest way for him to impart his knowledge to others. And even after the event of letters their crudity was about on a par with that of their former pictures, But as the centuries rolled by the genius of man wrought great changes in the chirography of the world, as a visit to the district and county clerk's offices in this city will convince you, by comparing the former with that of the gentleman whose name heads this article,
INTERIOR VIEW OF SICKAFOOSE GROCERY HOUSE
Mr. Roseberry has served five years as a deputy in these two offices and his neat, clean and accurate work is pointed to with pride by his superiors.
Mr. Roseberry is also a farmer and resides on a farm near Seely, he is recognized also as a musician of no mean ability.
He was born in Fountaintown, Indiana, November 16th, 1857, educated in Indiana and Kansas, coming to this state when quite young with his father. He was married to Miss H. A. Hostetter of Winfield, December 21st, 1879; they have four children, two daughters and two sons. Mr. Roseberry is a member of the order of the Red Men. -
His father was county commissioner of Cowley county one term from 1874 to 1876. He lived to be quite an old man, being at the time of his death, which occurred in 1894, 73 years of age.
INTERIOR VIEW WINFIELD MARBLE WORKS
In refering to the many and varied in- WINFIELD MARBLE WORKS dustries of the city, space must be al- loted the above enterprise. The Win- field Marble Works is one among the largest doing business in this section. Mr. William H. Dawson, the proprietor, came to Winfield in 1879 and established the above named business. The business since its inception has increased under his progressive management, in facilities and scope of operation until at the present time, Mr. Dawson is
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prepared to supply anything in his line. The trade is by no means strictly local. but is called from the adjacent territory. While his raw material comes from the leading quarries of the United States as well as large quantities which are imported from Scotland, Italy, Sweden and other foreign countries. Mr. Dawson makes a specialty of artistic designs and carving in foreign and American marble and granite monumental work. In his salesroom are to be found varities of headstones, shafts. and tablets on exhibition 10 select from. Mr. Dawson's life has been spent in this calling, which makes him a skilled workman and aside from his practical experience, he has a rare talent for handsome designs and marble carvings Much of Mr Dawson's work can be found in the different cemeteries in all of the counties of Southern Kansas. all of them have given perfect satisfaction. the weather has had no effect upon them, they retain their former position. not having settled on one side until ready to topple over He is located on the corner of Main street and Riverside avenue His yards. office and buildings are 50x100 feet, all neatly arranged Mr. Dawson has been a citizen of this city for twenty years and is well and favorably known throughout the county. He is a gentleman of strict business integrity. pleasant and affable and a mem- ber of the fraternal orders of the city. A good' man to get acquainted with whether you have any business to transact or not, so don't fail to make his acquaintance when in Winfield.
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JOHN F. BECK
they invariably assume when pretty paint and cheerful paper are added to their beauty? In such beautiful and happy blend- ing of colors does Mr. Beck take delight. He is Winfield's best
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The subject of this sketch, Mr J F. Beck. JOHN F. BECK is one of the leading painters and paper hangers of our city, and it is to this class of artists that our city is indebted for its numerous beautiful and artistic homes, both interior and exterior How could a town grow and prosper in which there were no signs, no artistically decorated windows, no street signs to guide the stranger as well as the resident to the various places of business and to assist business men to adver- tise their goods? How could a town be beautiful, which had no colors to break the uniform monotony which would surely exist, if it were not possible to have our homes and business places made to have that coziness and home-like air which
known painter. paper hanger and contractor and is constantly engaged in beautifying both interior and exterior of the build- ings of this prosperous city. Mr Beck furnishes his own pa- per and displays fine artistic tast in the harmony of color and lovely effects. He has been in business for twenty years, with the exception of six years. "87 to '93, when he was em- ployed as baggagemaster at South Winfield. He keeps six men constantly in his employ and owns a delivery wagon. He was born in Leesville. Ohio, on the 25th of May in the year 1853. He received his education in his native state, Ohio, and came out west to seek his fortune. Through Miss Linnie M. Cret- ser the fatal darts of Cupid touched the tender cords of his heart and they were married in Winfield seventeen years ago.
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Mrs. Beck presides over the home of her husband with the love and grace of a faithful wife and loving mother. Since no home is complete with out the sweet sounds of children's voices, this couple was blessed with five, healthy, rosy cheek- e d children. three girls and two boys Mr. Beek is a member of the A O. U. W. of Winfield and his residence is located at No. 401 Riverside avenue.
A first class butcher, shop, ; kept accord-
R. E. HAGUE ing to modern ideas, and conducted with
personal skill and intelligence, is a great boon to any .community. In this respect Winfield is amply provided for by R E. Hague, who has the most complete establishment of this kind in the city. His fixtures. counters, racks, blocks and tools were all bought of the renowned Gus. V, Brecht, wholesale dealers in butchers' supplies. His ice chest especially is one of the best of the kind. it has a double cooler and is 10x14 feet. This fine chest was also purchased of Gus. V. Brecht. Not only is he properly equipped for his business, but he is an expert butcher, and has been engaged in this business for fifteen years. He keeps constantly in stock the choicest of beeves, veal, corn beef, mutton and pork as well as the very best brands of sugar cured hams and breakfast bacon, also all vegetables in season. These are also the very best, as he buys directly of the farmers and makes careful selection, llis shop is always neat and clean. No offensive odor meets you at the door here; instead, upou entering you are met by an aroma of sweet, pure smelling meats and vege- tables. Mr Hague is a very courteous and accommodating gentleman aud is alway ready and willing to please his pa- trons. He keeps two men constantly in his employ and uses a delivery wagon for both his own and his customers conven- ience. Mr. Hague is one of the heavy real estate owners of Winfield as he owns the Hague building, two residences in the city as well as a valuable farm not far from the city limits. Mr. Hague was born in Noble county Ohio. February 17, 1849, and received his education in Ohio and Missouri. He was married in Gentry county. Missouri twenty-three years ago to Miss Alla M. Huff. and has two children. one boy and one girl. He is a member of the F. A .. A. F. & A. M .. No. 58 and A. O. U W His place of business is 119 East Ninth avenue, and his residence is 202 East : welfth avenue.
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Embroideries of heavy gold,
FROM BOSTON JOURNAL, old silver mountings set with AUGUST 27, 1895, A FINE K. T. UNIFORM.
precious stones, What is said to be the finest K. T. uniform ever produced is the property . of Em. Commander Sir Knight Henry C. Loomis of Winfield. Kansas. Col. Loomis is serving his fourth term as Eminent Commander of Winfield Commandery, and comes to Boston in that capacity The uniform referred to was made by the Pettibone Manufacturing Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. Brief- ly described, it isas follows: The sword is of a new and en- tirely original design. The grip is of solid silver, with carved bas-relief figures on each side. The cross guard, of rich and elaborate design, bears the monogram "H. C. L." set in dia- monds, rubies, and sapphires. The blade is inlaid with gold and adorned with superb etchings of Crusade battle scenes. The mountings on the scabbard were all originally designed. They are exquisitely engraved and are chased and plated with coin gold in the heaviest possible manner. These mountings have solid silver bas relief figures, a mounted Crusader in armour, in relief against the burnished gold background of the mounts. The belt is elaborately embroidered in elegant oak leaf and Templar designs, in real gold bullion on genuine Russia leather. Instead of the usual chains, military slings, embroidered to match the body of the belt, are used. Special and original belt plate and mountings are used, making the belt a worthy portion of the uniform. The chapeau is made of the richest silk plush obtainable. The slashing on the sides, instead of being made of lace, as usual, were embroidered to match the design used on the belt and cap. The plume which surmounts this elegant headpiece is simply magnificent. It is twenty-four inches long, twelve inches wide and fully an inch
thick. The cross which adorns the chapeau is embroidered in real gold bullion and studded with jewels. The cap is of black silk, with the edge of the vizor elaborately embroidered with gold. The band of the cap is of solid real gold bullion, em- broidered with the same design as is used on the chapean and belt. The shoulder straps, made of solid bullion, are of unique design and exceedingly beautiful. The coat, valise, sword case and other parts of the outfit are all made of the choicest materials and only the most skilled workmanship was employ- ed in their manufacture. Sir Knight Loomis, who is the owner of this magnificent uniform and will wear it in Boston, is one of the most prominent Masons of Kansas. He was made a Mason in Cattaraugus Lodge No. 239, Little Valley, New York. Exalted in 1889 in Winfield Chapter No. 31 R. A. M., Winfield, Kan .; made R. and S. Master in 1895 in Wichita Council No. 12; made Knight Templar in 1859 iu Winfield Commandery No. 15, Winfield, Kan ; made Knight Kadash in 1890 in Wichita, Kan .; coronetted Honorable Inspector General in October, 1893, by Philip Crosby Tucker of St. Louis, Mo. Sir Knight Loomis has held a number of Masonic offices, being now King in Winfield Chapter No. 31, Worshipful Master of Winfield Lodge No. 58 Besides the above order he is also a prominent and zealous member of the Royal Order of Scotland, Isis Templar, A. A. O. N. M., Queen City Chapter No. 138 O. E. S. It would be impossible to give all the positions that he has held in various orders, societies and committees, etc., etc. A charter member of Winfield No.58. Has been twice its W. M. In that capacity he has the honor and pleasure of raising to the sublime degree of Master Mason fifty-four brothers within one year High Priest of Winfield Chapter No. 31 R. A. M .: Eminent Commander of Commandery No. 15 K T .; is now serving his sixth year in his honorable position lle was in-
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strumental in procuring for Winfield Commandery the most magnificent K. T. banner in the United States which was on exhibition at the Kansas headquarters during the Tri-Enni- al Conclave at Boston. Mass .. in 1895, where it was viewed by more than a hundred thousand people. He is one of the first of the original promoters of the Scotch Rite bodies in the valley of Wichita Col. Loomis. in connection with the
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IIon D. B. Fuller P. G. M .. of Eureka, and the Hon. James H. MeCall, P. G. M., and editor Kansas Free Mason of Wichita, probably did as much or more towards locating and making a success of the Masonic Home at Wichita, as any three men connected with the great and philanthropic institution.
The Ancient Order of United Workmen was A. O. U. W. founded at Meadville, Pa .. ( ctober 27; 1868, and more than thirty-two years it has stood the test which has tried and found wanting in hundreds of other institutions of similar nature and plan. It was origin- ally. by no means. perfect, and from time to time through changed and changing scenes it was found necessary to amend the modus operandi to meet unforseen rising emergencies, until at last, after the experiences of a third of a century a plan has developed which insures the perpetuity of this grand and noble order, It has been progressive, having met every opposition, until today it stands among the best fraternal so .ieties and as a benificary organization it is the first, best and most reliable protection of the American home. The order has steadily grown until the firesides of almost 450,000 members are protected in the sum of one or two thousand dollars, each at actual cost, and that so low that no man can afford to withold such protection from those near and dear to him The requirements for membership are: that the appli- cant must be a white male citizen who has reached the age of eighteen years and is under forty-five in sound health, of good moral character, and a believer in the existence of a Supreme Ruler of the Universe. The admission fee is but two dollars, which is the actual cost of a medical examination, approval and certificate fee, after which the assessments-according to age and amount of protection desired-are made abont twice in every three months and the local lodge dues of seventy-five
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DEGREE TEAM A. O. U. W.
cents each quarter covers the entire cost of carrying and maintaining sacred fraternal ties and the best, most liberal and equitable benificiary certificate in existence. Winfield Lodge No. 18, was instituted in August, 1879, with ten charter- members. The growth of the lodge was steady until about the first of the year 1898. when the membership reached 250, since which time the growth has been most phenominal. rising from twelfth place among the lodges of Kansas four years ago, to second place with a membership at present of 640, including almost every business man who has not reached the age limit and the strong and sturdy manhood of Winfield. The lodge has the best equipped degree team in Kansas, of which a por- trait will be seen elswhere in these pages and it occupies its own hall (in co-partnership with Winfield Camp M. W. A.) one of the most commodious and best equipped in the state. The progress and wonderful growth of the lodge is due, in a large measure, to the untiring efforts of Grand Receiver M.B. Light, who has never failed in promoting the best interests of the lodge and order and if he does not go to the next session of the Grand Lodge from the largest lodge in Kansas, it will be through no fault of his.
STATE SUPREME JUDGE J O, POLLOOK.
JNO. KECK. Vice-Pres. Cowley County Nat'l Bank.
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In all walks of life the self made IVAN A. ROBINSON man deserves. and generally re- ceives, the plaudits of the world. The struggles of early life naturally constitute such men to grapple with the stern realities of every day duties. To such men obstacles are naught and in the lexicon of their aims and endeavors there is no such word as fail. It is such men that maintian the commercial supremacy of America and when they enter official life their services are rendered in the same energentic and reliable mannner. These remarks are partic- ularily applicable to the subject of our sketch, Mr. Ivan A. Robinson. Mr. Robinson needs no introduction to the people of Cowley county, as he belongs to one of the oldest and most influential families of Southern Kansas. He is a brother of W. C. Robinson, president of the First National Bank of this city and of Mr. G. W. Robinson, who is one of the proprietors of the largest wholesale house in the southwest and an uncle of Mr. Frank K. Robinson, who is well known in the real estate and money loaning business. Mr Ivan A. Robinson has lived in Winfield for twenty-three years and has been engaged at different periods in the hardware and coal business, but for the past four years, has been a grain buyer in which capacity. he has become a familar personage to the citizens of County who frequents the streets of Winfield. Mr. Robinson was horn near Augusta, 111., in 1858, and removed to Abingdon where he attended public school and Hedding College until he came west in 1877. Mr. Robinson was born near Augusta, Ill., in 1858, when he came to Winfield He was married in January, 1895, to Miss Lulu Johnson of this city. They have one little boy and live at at 1219 Manning street. Mr. Robinson is a Mason, being a member of Adelphia Lodge 110, also of the A. O. U. W .. M. W. A. and R. M.
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RESIDENCE OF THE LATE J. C. FULLER
On Winfield's list of retired business BURTON W. TROUT men is found the name of W. B. Trout, who is one of our most worthy citizens. He has resided in this city for fifteen years and for six years was engaged in the mercantile business in which capacity he was well known and very successful. He had fourteen years experience in the business before he came to this city. Mr. Trout was born in Bradford county, Pennsyl- vania, March 8, 1843, in which state he was educated. He was married in August, 1866, to Mrs Carrie Legg in this city. He is the father of three childern, two sons and one daughter, one of the sons dying at Fort Scott, Kan., at the age of 29 years. Mr. Trout resides at 218 West Ninth avenue. He has a war record well worthy of mention. He enlisted August 26, 1861. Co. D. 4th California Vol. Infty. Although this was strictly a Pennsylvania regiment. it was chosen to fill out the quota in the California troops, and was so credited until 1862, when it was transferred, on the records, back to Pennsylvania as the 106th Pennsylvania volunteers. This regiment as the 4th California and 106th Pennsylvania always constituted a part of the sec- ond brigade, second division, second army corps in the Army
of the Potomac. Mr. Trout participated in all the hard fought battles of this corps until June 22, 1864. when he was captured. As the Confederates were being hard pushed at this time, he was rushed from prison to prison, first Libby, then Lynchburg, Va., Macon, Ga , Charleston, S. C., Columbia, S. C., Charlotte, S. C., Greensboro, N. C., Raleigh, N. C .. Wilmington, N. C., and there paroled February 28, 1865, having been a prisoner of war eighth months and six days. He was
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musterd out at Philadelphia, Penn., April 1, 1865, with a service of three years, seven months and five days. Mr. Tront is a member of the following orders of this city: A. F. & A. M. Adelphia 110, of which he is secretary, Winfield Chapter 31 R. A. M. secretary of this also, Winfield Commandery No. 15, K T., of which he is recorder, and O. E. S. Council of R, and select Masters and of the G. A. R. He is also a member of the Presbyterian church
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J. P. BADEN
Amid Winfield's sacred shades I stood with saddened, solemn heart Beside an honored mound from which A throng of thoughts and memories start. Within its quiet, still domain, Sealed with death's signet, now doth lie One whom I gladly called my friend, In pleasant days fore'er gone by.
A business review of a community usually has to deal with the living. bat that is narrow. as active business constitutes the life blood. In writing of Winfield's prosperity one is foreed to this conclusion. l'o omit from this edition a bio- graphical sketch of J P. Bilen would be unjust to Winfield, her growth, her business progress and financial stability, as well as sacrielgious to the memory of a man to whom more than any other, is due the credit of these conditions. That J. P. Baden died on the 3rd day of last March is hardly yet real- ized, though at the announcement of his death at the time, Winfield received a shock which permeated everything and almost paralyzed her business hopes, so important was he in business ciretes and so beneficial to Winfield. in the business which he had so well systematized that it still lives and pros- pers, that a sketch of his life is but a living part of the grand little city. lle was born in Hanover, Germany. March 24, 1851, of poor but honest parentage, his mother dying when he was but two days old. At the early age of seven years, he be- gan herding sheep, aud continued in this work until his fifteenth year, when he came with his brothers to America. From New York he came to Alton, Ill . there entering the Drummond tobacco factory as stemmer. Few young men of his age ever possessed so rare a personality. as he-without money, friends or education-but an abundance of those ele- ments which constitute a strong and striking character. With- in five years, by industry and perseverance, he uot only ac- quired a fair English education. but graduated from one of the leading commercial colleges of St. Louis. Then his business career began. Ilis unfaltering and never swerving purpose, never to complain or deviate. shows that he inherited and pos- sessed much of the primeval sturditv and unyielding courage of his forefathers. His first business venture was in the con.
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fectionery line in Columbus, Kan., but this failed to be a suc- cess, so he sold out and took employment with his brothers then in business at Independence, Kan. With them he remain- ed, working almost day and night, until, by economy and thrift, he saved several thousand dollars. With this he came to Winfield in 1879.in her infancy and started in business on his own accord. His wonderful success is well known to Win- field and the business world; space forbids its elaboration here. He never deviated from the path of an honorable pur- pose. He was always fair in his dealings with his fellowman. Truthfulness and honesty iu business and life were parts of his being. With these traits of character, coupled with energy and wonderful powers of tact and perception, he built up a business of phenominal, growth and magnitude, the world learned him and knew him.
Before coming to Winfield, he married Adelaide E. Ballien, who was always a, confident, a counsellor and a loving wife. His habits and life were simple. Ile spent much time with his family, He was much devoted to his church and took an active interest in the well being of people. He believed in his city and county and always took an active interest in public affairs. Many monuments to his generosity grace Winfield and emulate his life. in all his career he was unconsciously a follower of Walt Whitman's direction "To live and honor the mighty present; to teach his fellowmen the glory of even the most humble avocation, and to prove for all time, that peace hath victory as well as war." Ile possessed the same confi- dent, active and happy spirit while fanning and nourshing the delicate spark of life in his infantile business that char- acterized and distinguished him in the management of his great business of late years. In all its stages his business was honorable and he had a satisfied conscience. His personal traits of character which endeared him most, to his friends, were his quaint and rugged humor, his patient tolerance with the faults of others, his absolute freedom from egotism and his marvelous and abundant possession of practical common sense.
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