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The third secret organization instituted in the city was Salisbury Lodge No. 252, A. O. U. W., organized July 15, 1883, with twenty charter members. In the thirteen years of its existence this lodge has also made a very commendable advancement in the point of numbers and usefullness. The present membership is about 60 with John Le- Gendre as Master Workman.
Cloudine Lodge No. 179, Knights of Pythias, was instituted Sep- tember 29, 1890, with about 36 charter members, and the rapid growth with which it has met has indeed been remarkable. The present mem- bership is about 95 with John B. Hayes as Chancellor Commander. The Rathbone Sisters is a comparatively new organization in connec- tion with the K. P. lodge, but has a good membership and is in a healthy active condition.
The lodges above mentioned all have nice, well furnished halls,
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properly ventilated and conveniently located which never fails to im- press upon visiting brethren the pride and interest taken in fraternal work in this city.
Considering its age and the financial condition of the country at the time of its organization the most phenomenal growth made by any organization in the city has been that of the Knights of Equity, the first lodge of which was instituted in this city, November 1894. The present membership is about one hundred strong. Charles C. Ham- mond is the present Commander of Salisbury Council No. 1.
The Tripple Alliance and Maccabees also have very creditable lodges in this city, composed of some of Salisbury community's most enterprising and influential citizens.
Salisbury is justly proud of her fraternal associations, for by them the stranger finds a reliable standard from which to judge the character of men who compose the element of any city or community. United by strong, solenm, irrevocable ties, based on the great prin- ciples of brotherhood and having for their object the helping of one another, wherever found in large numbers, will be found a harmo- nious and united community free from strife and contentions.
SOME THINGS SALISBURY HAS.
A canning fac- tory, which dur- ing a season of three or four months of each year furnishes employment to from 40 to 60 CANNING FACTORY. men and women, boys and girls at remunerative wages, to say nothing of the market afforded BENEDICT & CO. CHI the farmers and gardeners near the city as an inducement for them to raise tomatoes, corn and apples for canning purposes, the revenue derived from the sale of which at the end of the season amounts to quite a little sum.
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A first-class op- era house 70×100 feet, with a seat- ing capacity of 1,200, furnished with substantial opera chairs and supplied with all the necessary con- veniences and equipments for the successful per- formance of the many attractions that visit the city.
The interior view of this temple of amusement and entertainment is indeed a creditable one. With large roomy stage and beautiful scenery, well ventilated and lighted by electricity, Salis- burians have just cause for taking pride in this structure.
One of the best public schools to be found in North Missouri, taught by educated, cultured and refined ladies and gentlemen.
Three colleges that will favorably compare with the best similar institutions of the west, under the charge of christian gentlemen, thor- oughly qualified for the duties in charge.
Eleven churches, representing as many different creeds or belief, all of which are liberally supported and well attended and under the charge of pastors of more than ordinary ability and intelligence.
More shade and ornamental trees, clean and broader streets, and more home-like dwellings than any other city of equal population in the state.
Eight or ten fraternal organizations with an aggregate member- ship of six or seven hundred loyal, enthusiastic members, whose in- fluence for the uplifting of humanity and the betterment of society is duly felt and appreciated.
More public-spirited, liberal-minded, go-ahead citizens, with few- er "old fogy" grumblers and "chronic kickers" than any city of equal population in the state.
More pretty, refined and cultured young ladies, and more polite, courteous young gentlemen than can be found among the same num- ber of people in any state of the union.
One of the best mandolin clubs in North Missouri, whose reputa-
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RAYMOND C. ELLIOTT.
The handsome little boy whose picture appears above is the son of S. B. and Mary S. Elliott, of Salisbury, Mo., and was born July 4, 1892. In a voting contest to determine the prettiest baby in Chariton county, held by the Salisbury Press-Spectator in 1895, Raymond re- ceived a plurality of 4,112 votes.
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tion, as musicians, is commensurate with that of the city. The an- nouncement that the Salisbury Mandolin Club will furnish music for an entertainment, never fails to bring a good attendance.
One of the best electric plants in the state, owned by the city, and under the management of a gentleman, thoroughly qualified for the position.
Three first-class hotels, with plenty of room, well lighted and properly ventilated, where guests sleep in clean beds and cat whole- some food.
Two safe, solid and substantial banks, with large capital and a creditable reserve fund, officered by gentlemen of honor and integrity, who are courteous and obliging to their patrons and labor unceasing- ly for the best interests of the institutions they represent.
Two as good newspapers as are to be found anywhere, and to whose unrelenting energy and zealous labor is due much credit for the growth and prosperity Salisbury and community has and is now enjoying.
A building and loan association that has enjoyed a remarkably successful career and which has proven no small factor in the building of so many homes in the city, which otherwise would never have been erected.
One of the prettiest parks and artificial lakes to be found, which is no small attraetion as a pleasure resort to "drive dull care away" on a JJuly or August day.
An amusement park where in season the visitor or citizen can secure a comfortable, shady seat for ten cents and witness as good a game of ball as is ever put up by amateur teams. Foot races, foot ball and various other attractions are often witnessed.
Six physicians who prescribe pills and cure our ills and otherwise administer to the wants of suffering humanity. Salisburians are just- ly proud of their physicians and the excellent reputation they have established.
Seven disciples of Blackstone, who are recognized as able repre- sentatives of a worthy profession. They are also representative citizens who never miss an opportunity to say a good word or do a worthy act for the good of their town or county.
Two as good merchant tailoring establishments as any town of the state, conducted by gentlemen who keep thoroughly posted in their line and do first-class work at consistent prices.
One of the finest photograph galleries between St. Louis and Kan-
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SANDERS-CD. ST.LOUIS
WILL A. CLARK.
J. E. DAMERON.
FRANK O. DAMERON. FRANK O. REDD.
sas City, owned by a gentleman, who is not only supplied with all the latest improved appliances for the execution of first-class work, but who is an artist of rare ability in his line and whose patronage is by no means confined to the city of Salisbury and tributary territory.
A soda-pop factory that turns out a delicious article which never fails to satisfy the most exacting.
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Three tonsorial establishments, either of which would be a credit to many larger cities. With plenty of room, keen razors and first- class artists, strangers need have no fear along this line.
A first-class machine shop supplied with the latest and most im- proved machinery for the repairing of engines, boilers and machinery of all kinds. It is owned and operated by a gentleman who is a thor- ough mechanie in every respect, thoroughly qualified to do first-class work at reasonable prices.
A cigar manufactory, which sends out nothing but a first-class article. Operated by a gentleman who makes his business a study and has consequently succeeded in not only supplying the home trade but who enjoys a good patronage abroad.
A stock law which prohibits stock from strolling the streets at will and eating the straw stuffing from the farmers' horse collars.
One of the most accommodating, pains-taking postmasters in "Uncle Sam's" employ, who is assisted by a gentleman who always has a pleasant smile and a friendly word for all who come regardless of all conditions or positions in life.
The Salisbury Marble Works is another worthy enterprise of the city, operated by a gentleman of energy and striet integrity.
Two large flouring mills with a capacity of two hundred and fifty barrels of flour per day, and three large elevators are other enter- prises of the city.
Two livery stables prepared to furnish as nice a turnout as any establishment anywhere. In fact, Salisbury lays claim to the finest livery buikling between St. Louis and Kansas City.
The finest lumber yard and hardware establishment to be found in the state of Missouri is located in this city, a visit to which will convince the most skeptical.
Near the city are two fish ponds and two ice houses large enough to supply the town the entire summer season.
In Salisbury can be found men representing all callings and pro- fessions. No matter whether its a lawyer or doctor, a preacher or a school teacher, a dentist or a silversmith, a carpenter or a brick layer, a plasterer or a painter, he is here and you may rest assured he is all right and "onto his job."
In short, Salisbury's industries are many and of great variety, but space forbids our continuing the list futher. No doubt we've failed to mention many we intended, but if such is the case the reader may rest assured, they are alright and up-to-date.
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1. J. O. COLEMAN. 2. C. L. BRADLEY. 3. M. L. WALTON.
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Biographical.
M. R. SWEENEY. Prominent in the social and business eir- cles of Chariton county, worthy of mention in this Biographieal Record, is the subject of this sketch. Chariton county is the home of many vigorous, enterprising men of striet integrity and business activity, but none more justly entitled to the confidence reposed in them or the esteem and respect in which they are held by their fellow citizens than our subject. Mr. Sweeney was born Jnne 5, 1861, in MeDonough county, III. In 1870 his parents removed to this state, settling upon a beautiful and one-half miles Salisbury. At an impressed with an education and a fitting manner. years, having at- schools in Salis- granted a certiti- ployed to teach a district, giving tion. At the he went to Kirks- month's eourse at where by elose cation he made ment as a seeker returning home in that noblest of of school teach- tract of land, two northwest of early age he was the importance of applied himself in At the age of 17 tended the public bury, he was cate and was em- term in his home excellent satisfac- close of his school ville, taking a ten- the State Normal study and appli- rapid advance- of knowledge. On he again enlisted professions, that ing, successfully conducting six sucessive terms. Being favorably im- pressed with the drug business, our subject dismissed aspirations in other directions and in 1886 came to Salisbury for the purpose of compounding drugs. When we say that he is now the proprietor of
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one of the best drug stores in the city, a registered pharmacist, with a generous patronage, the reader can at once appreciate the efforts put forth by our subject while laying the foundation for his present posi- tion. Providence has smiled upon Mr. Sweeney in more ways than one during his brief career. On the 22nd day of July 1891, it was his good fortune to be united in marriage to Miss Flora Koenig, of Hun- ville, Mo., a most estimable lady. Though five years have passed since this union occurred, Mr. and Mrs. Sweeney are still enjoying their honey-moon as happy and contented as when the officiation minis- ter pronounced them man and wife. Politically, Mr. Sweeney is a staunch republican, who's ability and party loyalty have been recog- nized and appreciated. He is an honored member of the I. O. O. F. and Knights of Pythias orders, in which societies he has held a num- ber of positions of distinction and honor. Religiously, he affiliates with the Christian church. Being well educated, experienced in his chosen profession, full of energy, enterprise and of popular manners, he gives every promise of becoming a sucessful, and a leading business man of the county and a useful member to society.
R. J. F. WELCH. Among the worthy and talented members of the Chariton Co. Medical Fraternity who have made an envia- ble reputation for honor and exceptional ability, and one of Salisbury's most influential, liberal-minded and public-spirited citizens, who by his affable manner personally commends himself to all, is the gentleman whose name heads this article. Our subject by birth is a Missouri product, being born in Monroe county, November 18, 1856. His father, a Virginian by birth and a school teacher by occupation, though in humble circumstances, gave his son the best educational ad- vantages afforded by the school districts, which was supplemented by a thorough English course at the Kirksville State Normal. Deciding to enter a proffessional life, Dr. Welch in 1877 began the study of medicine under Dr. E. A. Gore, of Paris, Mo., as preceptor. In 1878 he entered the Missouri Medical College at St, Louis, to which school he refers as his alma mater, graduating with honors in 1880. His "shingle" was first swung in Salisbury in 1880 and with the exception of six years ('84 to '90) during which time he practiced at Stoutsville, Mo., he has been an exceedingly active practitioner at this place. On April 13, 1881 our subject was united in marriage to Miss Lucy V. McNutt, an accomplished and cultured lady of Paris, Mo., by which
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union two children were born, a son and a daughter, aged 10 and 13 years.
Socially Dr. Welch has filled the chairs of Salisbury Lodge I. (). O. F., No 236, Past High Priest White Stone Royal Arch Chapter, No. 57: Past Master Salisbury Lodge, No. 208, A. F. & A. M. and is a prominent member of a number of other organizations. Realizing the importance of being thoroughly in touch with his pro- fession, our subject has identified himself with a number of medical societies, in a number of which he has held a number of offices of dis- tinction and trust, as follows : Ex- President Monroe and Chariton Co. Medical Associations, Ex-Vice President Moberly District Medical Association: Corresponding Secretary North Missouri Medical Association: Member of Missouri State Medical Association; Member of American Medical Association, and also of Missouri State Pharmaceutical Association. In 1892 he attended the New York Post Graduate school of medicine, from which he now holds a certificate. At the present time (1896) he is spending the summer visiting the best schools and hospitals of Europe, located at London, Berlin, Vienna and Paris.
Few men possess the energy, ambition and ability which has characterized our subject. He is a true and loyal democrat and takes an active interest in the wellfare of his party and in all public move- ments tending to the improvement and elevation of his fellow-country- men. A man of intelligent culture and broad sympathies, progress- ive in his ideas and earnest in his efforts for the betterment of mankind he is recognized as a substantial citizen and friendly neighbor.
ILLIAM A. HOWARD. Some one has said "wise is the father who has his son taught a trade, for that is a capital of itself." Due to the skill of his own hands does our subject owe his success and position in life. He was born at Alton, Ill., May 8,
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1860, and spent the earlier part of his life in the public schools and machine shops of that city. A. F. Howard, father of our subject was born at Elizabeth City, Germany, but came to the United States at age of 17 years. Learning the trade of a mechanic at Baltimore, he located at Alton, III., securing employment in the Chicago & Alton R.R. shops, gaining promotion until he secured the position of master mechanic. He is now an extensive agriculturialist of Audrain county, Mo., operating a fine farm of 1,100 acres. Reaching his majority. our subject tried railroading for three years, but an inherent love for the noise and bustle of machinery, caused him to seek another field. Going to Chicago he secured employment with one of the best electric firms of the city, where by elose study and application to business, the recognized his tal- him on the road trician. Soon aft- was tendered a position by the Co. From this to the Thompson tric Co., with ed until he was city of Salisbury, .
company soon ent and placed as an expert elec- er Mr. Howard more lucrative Sperry Electric company he went & Houston Elec- whom he remain- employed by the Mo., in the con- I struction of an plant in 1892. I work at Salisbury tor, of that city, Aug. 2, 1895 says, so satisfactorily the city tendered ment at a good electric light speaking of his the Press-Specta- in its issue of "This work was completed that him the manage- salary. He started the plant with 27 are lights and 30 incandescents. To-day the plant is running over 40 are lights and 503 incandescents, the full capacity of the dynamos, and is a standing monument to the enterprise of our city as well as to the mechanical ability and inginui- ty of its electrician." March 31, 1885, our subject was united in mar- riage to Miss Amma Chinn, of Miama, Mo., by which union three children were the issue, two daughters, aged 9 and 5 years and a son, aged 7 years. Socially, Mr. Howard is a most pleasant and active citizen and a prominent member of the Knights of Pythias and I. (). O. F. orders. Religiously, he is a devout Methodist.
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SANDERSITO ST. LOUIS
RESIDENCE DR. F. M. CLEMENTS, COR. THIRD & HUTCHINSON.
ILLIAM W. RILEY. Among the business men of Salisbury, held in high esteem for their ability and integrity, and who have contributed very materially to the welfare of the city is the gentleman whose name heads this sketch. He was born August 14, 1847. at Huntsville, Mo., his parents being John F. and Elizabeth (Patton) Riley, natives of Ind. and Tenn. After attending the district schools, our subject completed his education at the old Mt. Pleasant College, of Huntsville, Mo .. at that time one of the most popular in- stitutions of the state. Upon attaining a suitable age he chose the calling of a contractor and builder as his life occupation and on Oeto- ber 1, 1866, he entered an apprenticeship under the well known mechanic, C. G. Anderson, of Huntsville, Mo. Serving a regular apprenticeship he branched out for himself, locating at JJacksoville, Mo. It was at this place that he met and became enamored with Miss Sarah J., daughter of James B. and America Herndon, with whom he was united in marriage. April 4, 1869. Mrs. Riley's parents were natives of Kentucky, but emigrated to Missouri at a very early day. Mr. and Mrs. Riley are the parents of six children, five of whom are
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now living, namely, Edgar N., Cella May, Lela A., Hardy M., and Wm. H. Edgar N. was mar- ried to Miss Maggie Morehead, of Whiteright, Tex., in which state he now resides, engaged as instructor of band music. Cella May was married to Clarence B., son of Judge J. B. Hyde of Salisbury, Mo. and now engaged in the drug business in Ladonia, Texas. The others are yet single and at home. Desiring a larger field for the prosecution of his occupation our subject removed from Jacksonville to Huntsville where he remained and profitably worked at his pro- fession until March 29, 1880, when SANDERS CO.ST.LOUIS he removed to Salisbury, Mo., ac- cepting a position with the well known lumberman, T. G. Dulany, with whom he remained for seven years. During that time Mr. Riley did not fail to keep himself thoroughly posted upon all the changes and improvements in modern architecture and since 1888 has been rec- ognized as the leading contractor and builder of Chariton county. having erected many of the finest buildings put up in the county. Being enterprising, reliable and conscientious in everything he under- takes, he has seenred the confidence of the public to a marked degree, a confidence which his proficiency and integrity have made him the just recipient.
August 28, 1868, our subject connected himself with Randolph Lodge No. 23, I. O. O. F., of Huntsville, Mo., in which order he has been an influential and prominent worker, a number of times having been Grand Representative to the Grand Lodge of Missouri: also, District Deputy. In 1882, he moved his membership to Salisbury Lodge, No. 236, of which he was elected Secretary, a position he vet holds, having been re-elected five times. He is also D. D. G. Master. No. 95 and Representative to State Grand Lodge. He is a member of Huntsville Encampment No. 66, I. O. O. F. located at Huntsville, Mo .. in which he is a P. C. P. and Past Representative; also a member of Salisbury Tent, No. 78, K. O. T. M., of which he has been Record
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Keeper since its organization. Of this organization Mr. Riley is 1st M. of G. of the State of Missouri.
Politically, Mr Riley is a staunch democrat and a strong advocate of his party's principles. Officially, he is a prominent and influential member of the City Conucil and an earnest worker for the interest of his city. Socially, Mr. Riley posesses a genial disposition and is an entertaining companion, always true to his convictions in what he con- siders right, regardless of the opinion of others.
HI HOMAS R. HAMILTON. Few young men of Chariton county deserve greater credit for what they have accomplished for themselves in the social and business world than the subject of this sketch. Mr. Hamilton is a true example of what can be accom- plished when the spirit of determination is exercised in connection with the affairs of every-day life. His reputation for honesty and integrity has been weighed in the balance and found not wanting: his financial ability, when tested has always re- sulted with credit to himself, while his social qualities are well known and appreciated, possessing a host of friends, whose esteem and con- tidence he was never known to be- tray. He was born in Linn coun- ty, September 4, 1857, being the fourth of seven children of J. M. and Elizabeth Hamilton, who moved from Linn to Chariton county in 1865, locating upon a fine farm of 200 acres, 4 miles south of Salisbury, where Mr. Hamilton yet resides. In 1872 the mother of our subject died, sometime after which the father was united in marriage to Mrs. Harriet C. Banning, of Chariton county. Being born and reared upon the farm, our subject was trained to agricultural duties and his career has been one of honest and continued toil. Attending the district schools in winter and improving his opportunities of evenings, he was not slow in preparing himself sufficiently well to successfully stem
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the current of life's battle, Being a fond reader, Mr. Hamilton took an early interest in politics ad made it a business to keep himself thoroughly posted upon the iges of the day, which habit he still maintains, his sympathies unquest. cionably being cast with the deno- cratie party. In secret organizations, se,
hon after reaching his majority, Mr. Hamilton connected himself with thes A. F. & A. M., in which order his quick and retentive memory enabled : im to make a suitable proficiency in the preceding degrees until he pa 'ssed through all the mysterious workings of this grand order to the bone. red office of High Priest in the Royal Arch Chapter. At present Mr. H. ! 1894 giving qmilton is serv- ing as postmaster of Salisbury, Mo., his appointment i. unanimous satisfaction. On November 20, 1894, he wa ost worthy -r united in marriage to Miss Cora Banning, one of Chariton county's n. qualities and cultured ladies, whose many excellent virtues and social nds and are recognized and appreciated by a large circle of frie. acquaintances throughout the county.
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EFFERSON D. BRUMMALL, M. D. Among the many,blic, fessions worthy of the appreciative consideration of the Pation none occupy a higher or more honored position in the estim.iton of the American people, than that of the physician. In Cha, this county may be found quite a number of worthy representatives of one
profession, among whom non occupy a more exalted posit.cc or enjoy a more lucrative practi than the subject of this sketoi- Dr. Brummall was born in Chan- ton county, April 5, 1861. Spen ;. ing his boyhood upon his fathery farm, his opportunities for stu; ict were primarily in the distr. school, but later enjoyed the a at vantage of a high school course of Salisbury under the tutorship und Prof. O. Root, a very able ade- prominent educator. Having fes- cided to enter the medical pro 880 sion as a life occupation, in hical he entered the Missouri Mec, "chich College, of St. Louis, from w
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