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Mr. Pepple was married in Dallas, Texas, Novem- ber 22, 1899, to Miss Emma Jackson, a native of Dallas and a member of a pioneer family of this city. Her father, George Jackson, in 1848 came to Texas when a child eight years of age, his parents having come to America and to the Lone Star State from England, and were among the very early settlers of the northern part of Dallas County, locating near Trinity Mills and Carrollton. Mr. Jackson was alderman of East Dallas when it was a separate city, and was known as one of the most progressive and public-spirited men of his time. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Pepple. Mrs. Carl Roberds, Jr., of Lubbock. Texas; Margaret, Mildred and Elizabeth. The Pepple home is locat- ed at 1721 Bennett Avenue.
Mr. Pepple died in Dallas, August 16, 1915. During the years in which he resided in Dallas. he was active in movements for the betterment of this city, where he was well known and highly esteemed. As a business man, Mr. Pepple was regarded as one of the leaders, in the Southwest. The organization for which he traveled, knew him as one of the most trustworthy and efficient men who ever entered their employ. His death was a distinct loss to this firm, and to the city of Dallas. He had hosts of friends in every state in the Union, who loved him for his fine traits of character and for his sunny disposition.
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HOMAS JOSEPH MCGRATH was a pioneer grocery merchant of Dallas and was one of the best known and esteemed members of the business fraternity of this city where he was continuously engaged in the retail grocery busi- ness for almost forty years. Ile was reared in an atmosphere of the grocery business, his father be- ing one of the first mnen to engage in this field in Dallas and young MeGrath started to assist in his father's store while a mere boy.
A native of Tennessee, Mr. MeGrath was born in Memphis, December 25, 1874, and was brought to Dallas by his parents when an infant three months old and he lived all his life in this city. His father, Thomas MeGrath, was a native of County Mayo, Ireland, who came to Dallas as a young man, in the early days where he was engaged in the retail gro- cery business for a period of forty-five years. Ilis mother, Mrs. Bridget (Greene) MeGrath, was a native of County Claire, Ireland, and a member of a well known family of that part of the Emerald Isle. His early education was received in the schools of Dallas, later attending St. Edward's College at Aus- tin, Texas, graduating at the age of 18 years. Soon after leaving college, he took charge of his father's grocery store and made it one of the finest in this city, with a trade that extended to all parts of Dallas. He retired from active business on account of failing health in 1922.
Mr. McGrath was married in Dallas, February 14, 1906, to Miss Mary Bell, a native of County Cork, Ireland, and a member of a prominent family of that county. Her father, Richard Bell, a native of Bandon County, Ireland, was active for many years in the commercial life of that part of the country. Her mother, Mrs. Katherine (Saunders) Bell, was a native of County Cork, Ireland. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. McGrath, all of whom are residents of Dallas: Katherine; Thomas; Mary Ther- esa, and Margaret. The McGrath home is located at 1022 Martinique Avenue.
Mr. McGrath died in Dallas, February 21, 1924. He was a member of the Catholic Church and at one time was active in the workings of the Knights of Columbus of Dallas. Perhaps in the history of Dallas' business fraternity, there was no man who was better known and held in higher esteem by the entire community than was the subject of this sketch. Throughout his life he was an untiring worker for the upbuilding and betterment of Dallas, where he was regarded as one of its most enter- prising and loyal citizens.
ILLIAM FITZPATRICK of Dallas was a pio- neer railroad man of the Lone Star State, having started his career in railroad work soon after the close of the Civil War when Texas had only a few hundred miles of railroad. At that time the Houston & Texas Central extended as far North as Millican and Mr. Fitzpatrick was employed in various capacities by this railroad for more than thirty years, Ilis long career with this railroad was noteworthy in that he had a perfect record. Later. he was employed by other railroads. ' and spent his entire life in the different branches of railroad work, more than half a century of this time he was a resident of Dallas, where he was one of its'esteemed and valued citizens.
A native of Ireland. Mr. Fitzpatrick was born August 18, 1838. His father and mother also were
natives of Ireland. His education was obtained in the schools of his native land. He came to Texas in 1859 and to Dallas one year later. He was a par- ticipant in the Civil War, being a member of the 5th Illinois Cavalry and served three years.
Mr. Fitzpatrick was married in Dallas to Mrs. Mollie Gaven, a native of Dublin, Ireland, who came to America as a child and was reared and educated in this country. Her father, John Wilson, a native of Ireland also, was well known in the business circles of his community. Her mother, Catherine (Byrnes) Wilson, was a member of a prominent family of Ireland. Two boys, William and John, were born to Mr. and Mrs. Fitzpatrick, but died in infancy. The Fitzpatrick home is located at 2605 Ross Avenue, where the family has resided for many years.
Mr. Fitzpatrick died in Dallas February 23, 1913. He was a member of the Catholic Church and active in church matters. He also was affiliated with many of the civic and commercial organizations of Dallas in all of which he took a keen interest. Dur- ing his long residence in this city he was active in movements for the development of this community. The career of Mr. Fitzpatrick was a remarkable one. Few men were ever continuously so long in the railroad service. The record of his service will memorialize him long after the last of his contem- poraries have lost the power to bear witness to the lovable traits of his character and to the fine in- telligence and sense of duty that he brought to the discharge of his many tasks in the work in which he was always engaged. Perhaps no railroad man of Texas had as many friends as he who was loved for his many beautiful traits of character and his many charities.
J. RICHARDSON was a pioneer in the business life of Dallas and brought to this city a knowledge of the merchandising industry which he had gained in other cities of the country. He came to Dallas in 1890 and with his wife established a modern merchan- dising store which he operated until ill health forced him to retire from active business. Mrs. Richard- son was always associated with her husband in business in Dallas and after his death conducted the store until a few years ago.
A native of Ireland, Mr. Richardson was born in 1840. His parents, Michael and Ann (Byrd) Richardson were natives of Queens County, Ireland and members of esteemed families of this country. His early education was received in the schools of Queens County, Ireland, after which he became a student of Carlow College, of Carlow, Ireland and after coming to America, he attended the Jesuit College at Montreal, Canada. Mr. Richardson started his career in the world of business as a merchant in Chicago, where he was active for many years and was successful in his ventures in that city. Later he moved to Fort Scott, Kansas, where for eight years he was engaged in the mer- chandising business. Ile then came to Texas, locating in Dallas, where his influence was soon felt in this city's commercial life.
Mr. Richardson was married in Chicago, January 29. 1871 to Miss Rosanna Keegan, a member of a well known family of Ireland, having been born in Queens County. Iler parents, Patrick and Mrs. Catherine (Corcoran) Keegan, were members of well known and highly esteemed families of Queens
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County, Ireland. Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Richardson, two of whom survive and are residents of Dallas: Patrick A; and Miss Annie. The deceased children were Michael, Joseph and Catherine (Mrs. J. J. O'Brien) Mrs. Richardson has ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The Richardson home is located at 2802 Reagan street.
Mr. Richardson died in Dallas, September 3, 1899. He was a member of the Irish-American Society and the Catholic Church. Mr. Richard- son was ever ready to contribute his aid and time toward the upbuilding of Dallas, where he was known as one of its most enterprising citizens. He was a man of sterling qualities, loved by those who knew him. A gentle, kindly character that appealed to all. A worthy and honored citizen, a man of vision, far-sighted, yet conservative. A highly respected merchant, esteemed alike by customer and competitor. In the passing of Mr. Richardson a deep impress on the pages of Dallas' history was left.
LEXANDER HOUSTON MACKENZIE of Dallas, for more than twenty years, was a factor in the merchandising industry of this city where, during the greater part of this period he was engaged in business for himself, con- ducting a high class men's furnishings establish- ment. Prior to locating in Dallas Mr. Mackenzie had a wide experience as a merchant in various parts of the country and in different classes of mer- chandise.
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Mr. Mackenzie was born in Sarnia, Ontario, Can- ada, September 12, 1868. His father, Daniel Mac- kenzie, was a native of Perth, Scotland who came to Canada as a young man where his influence was soon felt in the commercial life of his community. His mother, Mrs. Margaret (Flintoff) Mackenzie, was a member of a prominent family of Perth. Scot- land. His early education was received in the schools of Sarnia, Ontario, after which he attended the University of Upper Canada from which he graduated with honors. He started his business career as a young man, with his father, who was a merchant and importer of Sarnia. Later, Mr. Mac- kenzie went to Seattle, where he engaged in the merchandising business for himself, but after a few years in the Northwest he went to Chicago, where, for two years he was engaged in a like business. In 1896 he came to Waco, Texas, and was associated with the well known firm of Sanger Bros. After a few years, he moved to Dallas where he continued with Sanger Bros. of this city. In a few years he engaged in business here with George W. Gibson as a partner, the firm being known as Gibson & Mackenzie. After several years this partnership was dissolved and Mr. Mackenzie continued in the men's furnishings business under the name of A. H. Mac- kenzie, for about seven years. when his health failed and he was forced to retire from active business.
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Mr. Mackenzie was married in Dallas March 22, 1904, to Miss Minnie Post, a native of Port Huron, Michigan, and a member of an outstanding family of that city and state. Her father, E. S. Post, was a native of Ohio and for many years was an active figure in the commercial life of his state. later be-' ing equally as active in Michigan. Her mother, Mrs. Josephine (Minne) Post, was a native of Port Hur- on and a member of a prominent family of that city.
Mrs. Mackenzie travels a great deal but calls Dallas her home. The Mackenzie residence is located at 1400 Forest Avenue.
Mr. Mackenzie died in Dallas, February 24, 1917. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a Shriner and one of the early members of Hella Temple Patrol, having been active for many years in all Masonic matters. He also was a member of the B. P. O. E., the Dallas Golf and Country Club. Koon Kreek Klub, Dallas Chamber of Commerce, the Rotary Club, the First Presbyterian Church, and other organizations, in all of which he was deservedly popular. The death of no member of the business fraternity of Dallas has ever caused more sincere regret than the passing of Mr. Mackenzie which brought sorrow to the hearts of every man woman and child that knew him.
JAMES LEONARD TONEY, a pioneer in the business life of Dallas, located here in 1881 and for a period of forty-four years was- identified with the furniture and real estate activities of this city.
A native of Mississippi, Mr. Toney was born in Holly Springs, June 28, 1860. His father was a descendent of one of the early families of Virginia. His mother, Mrs. Mary (Estes) Toney, was a meni- ber of one of the foremost families of Tennessee, being a sister of Colonel Newton Estes of Memphis. His education was received in schools of his native state. Starting as a young man in the business world, his first work was in the office of Colonel Estes, in Memphis, where he learned the fundamen- tals of the cotton industry, remaining in this work for a period of six years. When twenty-one years of age he came to Texas, locating first at Sherman, where he remained for a few months and then came to Dallas, and became associated with the Isa Davis Furniture Company, a pioneer furiture establishment of this city, where he remained for four years and then went with the Fakes Furniture Company, for seven years. holding positions of trust and importance. Leaving the furniture business, Mr. Toney engaged in the real estate business in 1892, and for three years was alone in his real estate transactions, later becoming associated with the Felton & Morgan Real Estate Company, re- maining with them until he retired on account of ill health.
Mr. Toney was married in Dallas, December 4, 1890, to Miss Emma Haley, a native of Alabama and a member of one of that state's most prominent families. She came to Dallas in 1886 and was here when the first buildings were constructed for the first State Fair in this city. Her father, Dr. Seaborn Haley, a native of North Carolina, moved to Alabama as a young man and practiced medicine in that state throughout his life, becoming one of the foremost physicians of his time. Her mother, Mrs. Mary Ann (LaGrone) Haley, was a member of a well known family of Mississippi.
Mr. Toney died in Dallas, July 26, 1925. He was a member of the Baptist Church and active in church matters. Throughout his long years of residence in this city Mr. Toney occupied a place of leadership in the business and civic life. As a pioneer realtor, he was known, and is remembered. by his many friends as being one of the most popular members of this fraternity, and his charac- ter is still a splendid inspiration to those who remember his life of unselfish service.
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W. BURROUGHS. A pioneer of Dallas, J. W. Burroughs was actively connected with the business life of the city for up- ward of a quarter of a century, and follow- ing his retirement continued to make this city his home until his death. Mr. Burroughs came to Dal- las in 1886, he being eighteen years old at that time, and entered at once on his business career, working as a traveling auditor of the International Harvester Company until 1901. At that time he re- tired from active business on account of sickness. When his health permitted, the remainder of his life he spent in real estate operations. He was a very popular man, beloved by all who knew him, cheerful, charitable, happy, tolerant and although in bad health he never complained; he had a brilliant mind, well read and took a keen interest in life; of a religious nature he was active in the Baptist Church; although sorely handicapped he was suc- cesful in everything he undertook.
J. W. Burroughs was born in South Carolina, the third day of October, 1868 and was the son of Dr. George Burroughs and Danna (Parsons) Bur- roughs, both natives of South Carolina. John Bur- roughs the naturalist and the Burroughs of adding machine fame were of his family. Mr. Burroughs was educated in the public schools near his home and at Georgia Technological College, where he fin- ished at the age of eighteen years. He then came to Dallas, his career thereafter having been outlined in the foregoing paragraph.
Mr. Burroughs was married in Collin County, Texas, October 24, 1897, to Miss Maude McCarley, a daughter of Willam McCarley and Julia (Conner) McCarley. Mr. McCarley, a native of Mississippi. in which state he lived until he was eight years old, spent the most of his life in Texas, and in Collin County, where he had a large farm. Mrs. McCarley was also a native of Misssissippi. Mr. and Mrs. Burroughs were the parents of five children, four daughters and one son. They are, Oline, wife of Nate Ensor, of Dallas; Erice Burroughs, in the jewelry business at Longview, Texas; Opal, wife of W. N. Mears, of Dallas, they having one child, Jaque Joyce; Bernice wife of U. F. Meek, of Dallas, who has one child U. F. Jr .; and Eloise Burroughs, a student. Mrs. Burroughs resides at 2808 Cole Avenue, and belongs to the First Baptist Church.
Mr. Burroughs' death occurred in his fifty-sev- enth year on the twenty-ninth day of December, 1925.
ACOB DENNI came to Dallas in 1868 when this modern city was a village and for more than half a century was an active figure in its commercial and manufacturing circles. Mr. Denni was more than a pioneer. He was one of the leaders of that group of far-visioned men whose hardihood and public spirit laid the founda- tion for the city today. When Mr. Denni came to Dallas he found a rude collection of log and rock buildings on the banks of the Trinity river around the site of the present courthouse.
A native of France, Mr. Denni was born in Ing- weiler on November 22nd, 1838. Ilis parents were both natives of that city where he received his edu- cation. Up to his thirtieth birthday, he had worked at various trades in his native land, but upon coming to Dallas he started in the shoemaking busi- ness on Commerce Street. He continued in this
work for several years and then started in the gen- eral merchandising business, which he continued for only a few years. With Mr. Jacob Wagner as an associate, he started a soap factory, this being a pioneer enterprise of this city. The soap factory prospered until destroyed by fire, after which a second factory was built and this was also destroyed by fire after only a few years operation. The second soap factory was built on the site and oper- ated partly in the building in which Messrs. J. B. Wilson and E. Gannon for several years operated a glue factory. This was in 1890 and was a big business enterprise of that time. Mr. Denni also suffered severe losses from fires in his residential holdings, as the fire insurance in those days was limited to a very small amount of the real value of buildings. The various fires being equal to several fortunes to Mr. Denni, but he persevered and in spite of his many handicaps, was successful.
Mr. Denni was married in Ingweiler, France, Sep- tember 11, 1873, to Miss Madeline Schnepp. Her parents, Jacob and Marie (Peter) Schnepp, were both members of well known families. Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Denni, three of whom reside in Dallas: Charles, well known in the busi- ness circles of this city; Freda, now Mrs. L. E. Dougherty and Cecile, now Mrs. Carl Schoberle. The Denni home is located at 2803 Bryan Street, where the family has resided for more than half a century. Mrs. Denni, prior to her marriage, taught school for eight years in France and three years in Germany. She was engaged in teaching during the war between France and Germany and many times nursed wounded soldiers in her school room. She had wonderful experiences, some of which have been bitter, but her outlook on life has not changed and she sees only the good and the beautiful.
Mr. Denni died in Dallas December 19, 1921. He was loved by all who knew him. He was a member of the German Methodist Church and held membership in the I. O. O. F. and other fraternal organizations. In his death Dallas lost a citizen who worked zealously and efficiently in the build- ing of both its foundation and superstructure.
HARLES WILLIAM GIBSON was a pioneer banker of North Texas and spent almost his entire life in this profession, being for many years president of the First National Bank of Waxahachie and was one of the best known, esteemed and successful members of this fraternity of his time.
A native of Alabama, Mr. Gibson was born on October 10, 1850. His parents, J. C. and Sarah Elizabeth (Barnes) Gibson, were natives of Ala- bama. Mr. Gibson had the best of educational advantages. He attended the schools of Alabama, and the Baptist University of Murfreesboro, Ten- nessee, from which he graduated with honors. Com- ing to Texas in 1876 he started his career here as a clerk in the store of his uncle at Waxahachie, later becoming owner of this business, which pros- pered under his management. Some years later, he purchased his uncle's bank, becoming it's presi- dent. Later he sold his banking interests, devoting his time to his farming and real estate properties. For several years he was a member of the Board of Trustees of the Texas Christian University of Fort Worth and served for many years as a member of the School Board of Waxahachie.
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Mr. Gibson was married in Waxahachie, Decem- ber 26, 1878, to Miss Ella Hines, a native Texan and a daughter of John M. Hines, a native of Ten- nessee, who spent the greater part of his life in Texas. Her mother, Mrs. Amelia H. (Patrick) Hines, was a member of a Tennessee family. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gibson, seven of whom are living: Emma, Maude and Kathleen at home in Dallas; Wallace of Waco; M. Howard of Waxahachie; Margaret and Shirley at home in Dal- las, and J. C. Gibson, deceased. The Gibson home is located at 4001 Miramar Avenue.
Mr. Gibson died March 1, 1920. He was a mem- ber of the Christian Church and other organiza- tions. He had many friends and was very popular wherever he went. In his association with his fellows he exerted an influence for good through- ont a wide range of activities. Mr. Gibson was en- dowed with vigorous intellectual powers, lofty ideals, an energetic personality and for more than forty years occupied a place of leadership in the business and civic life of his community, on which, indelibly he impressed the seal of his usefulness.
AMES S. CROOK of Johnson County, Texas, for many years was one of the lead- ing farmers of that part of the State where he had extensive farming interests. Mr. Crook began farming as a young man, first with his father, on the latter's farm, and later buying a farm in Johnson County which he operated individ- ually. Several years later he sold this property and bought a larger farm. This he also sold after farming it for a few years and bought a third and still larger farm. Mr. Crook operated this place un- til his death, and since that time Mrs. Crook has operated the farm.
James S. Crook was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on the eighth day of November, 1873, and was a son of Wylie M. Crook of Tennessee and Ellen (Hendricks) Crook. Mr. Crook, Sr., a native of Tennessee, served through the Civil War, in the Confederate Army, ranking as Captain. After the War he came to Texas and was Postmaster at Cresson, in Hood County, for many years. He now resides in Star City, Arkansas, and is 83 years of age. Mrs. Crook, also a native of Tennessee, was the daughter of Rev. Hendricks, Primitive Bap- tist minister of that State. James S. Crook attend- ed the public schools of Cresson and then entered Texas A. & M. College. On finishing there he re- turned to his home and farmed with his father for a few years, afterward going to Johnson .County, where he engaged in farming to the time of his death on the fifth day of August, 1912. James S. Crook was of a sunny disposition, optimistic and Very successful in his farming operations; a good trader yet honest; he was loved by all who knew him; a devoted family man yet he did not overlook his obligations to his community.
Mr. Crook was married in Johnson County, on the twenty-fifth day of December, 1892, to Miss Elizabeth Peterson, a daughter of James C. Peter- son, and Huldah (Williams) Peterson. Mr. Peter- son, a native of Denmark, came to America as a young man and located in Johnson County in 1877, farming there for many years, and now re- sides in Glen Rose and is 83 years of age. Mrs. Peterson was a native of Missouri, and Mrs. Crook was born in Springfield, Missouri, but was reared and educated in Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Crook were
the parents of five children, three sons and two daughters, they being, Miss Lucille, of Dallas; Boyd of Cleburne; Ferman, of Abilene; Lee Frank, of Johnson County, and Miss Mabel Crook, of Dallas. Mrs. Crook and her daughters reside at 1809 Moser Street.
Mr. Crook was a Mason, a Woodman of the World, and belonged to the Missionary Baptist Church.
H. TONN, for fifteen years, was an estee med resident of Dallas, where during twelve years of this period he was a well known and efficient member of the police force of this city and was regarded as one of the most fearless men who ever wore a policeman's uniform here.
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