Obituaries and Death Notices in the Woodford Pennant 1860-1861

Date Published

Amsden, Charles Edward

September 21, 1860

DIED. In Versailles, Sept. 9^th, Charles Edward, son of John and Lucretia Amsden, aged 6 years and 7 months.

     ‘Little Charlie’ was a general favorite in this community, and during his brief illness, many anxious inquiries were made concerning him, and the announcement of his death carried sorrow to many hearts outside of the family circle. If the sympathy of friends can afford any relief to the afflicted parents, they truly have it in abundance. While they realize in the loss of their promising boy the crushing of many cherished hopes, et precious is the consolation to remember that he knew naught of sin, save in its penalty – death. “The earlier death, the happier immortality”. The best of God’s earthly gifts are ours only for the shortest periods. The brightest children are but as flowers from our Heavenly Father’s garden, which often come bur as a summer’s loan, and then away again. Happy are they who can hold them with so loose a hand, and with so wise a heart, as to restore them cheerfully when called for by Him from whom they came.

V. 

Ballot, Peter

September 7, 1860

Edward M. Best, of Marion County, Ky., while frenzied by liquor, killed Peter Ballot, in Hamilton, Ohio, on Saturday. The deed was without provocation. 

Barclay, Fanny Bowmar

September 7, 1860

DIED. In Lexington, on the 3d instant, Fanny, only daughter of the late John Barclay. 

September 14, 1860

DIED, in Lexington, Fanny Bowmar Barclay, aged 12 years, only daughter of the late John L. Barclay, Esq.

     Beautiful, and so young, she is gone from the cares and sorrows of earth the glory of a celestial home. A pure white blossom, opening its snowy petals for a while in life, chilled by the rude winds, has faded in its early beauty. From the bosom of her Savior she looks down upon the tearful sorrows of those she has left but for a little while. Mourn not for she is with her God. Pure and unsullied as a snowflash fresh from Heaven, her soul is wafted to the Deity who gave it. Loved, as few are ever loved – the sole daughter of a stricken home – called away while the young virtues of her nature were but budding into beauty – she is gone. The little form, so full of loveliness and grace, is laid in its narrow home six feet beneath the mold – the small white hands are crossed upon the placid breast – the sweet music of her child-like voice is hushed and still – the dark eye is closed in its dreamless sleep.

     But, beyond the dim portals of the grave there is for her another and a better life. The angels wooed and won her as their own, and she is now on of those standing around the throne – her mortality changed into immortality, and corruption into incorruption. Calmly and as sweetly as an infant to its evening sleep, she went down into ‘the dark valley and shadow of death’.  From the fond heart of a tearful mother she is gone to the unspeakable happiness of the better land – the pure earnestness of her childish prayer is answered, and one of the bright angels that throng the pathways of the spirit-land, she joins in the swelling symphony of the celestial chorus, standing in the very presence of the God of Heaven.

“A crown upon her forehead, A harp within her hand.”

Lexington, Sept. 7, 1860 

Barclay, Lucy

November 16, 1860

DIED. At the Galt House, Louisville, October 23d, Mrs. Lucy Barclay, widow of John L. Barclay, of Lexington, Ky.

     Mrs. Barclay was the youngest daughter of Major Herman Bowmar, of Woodford County. She was the pet and idol of her childhood home, and when married to a devoted husband, he so surrounded her life with all that makes it desirable, that it seemed as if care could not invade her Paradise. “But into each life some rain must fall.” Troubles came fast and thick upon her. First, her husband, in the vigor of his manhood, died. And in a few months her only daughter was snatched away by that dread disease, diptheria, and the poor wife and mother, like some tender plant that is nourished by the gentle dew, is crushed to the earth when storm swept – passed away to that bourne, where all heart aches and vain yearnings cease.

A Friend 

Barlow, Thomas B.

September 7, 1860

DIED. At Midway, in this county, on the 1^st instant, Thomas B., son of Milton and Anastasia Barlow, aged 8 years, 10 months and 5 days. 

Barr, William

September 21, 1860

DIED. On the 9^th inst., at Dallas, Madison Parish, La., William Barr, eldest son of Mrs. E. Jane Barr, formerly of Woodford County, KY. 

Brown, Sarah

September 28, 1860

Near Mortonsville, in this county, on the 26^th instant, Mrs. Sarah Brown, aged 86. 

Burchell, Mr.

November 16, 1860

Fatal Stabbing. During the election at Lexington on Tuesday, a young man by the name of Burchell was fatally stabbed at the 7^th district (city) polls. He died about three hours after receiving the wound. Burchell is said to have been a quiet, unassuming man. 

Carneal, Thomas Davis

November 23, 1860

Death of Maj. Carneal

The Cincinnati Press, of Monday, announced the death, in that city, on Saturday last, of Maj. Thomas Davis Carneal, in the 75^th year of his age. Maj. Carneal was a native of Kentucky, but, at the age of twenty one, in 1806, removed to Cincinnati, and about that time married the sister of the wife of Nicholas Longworth.

     In his early years he was an officer of the army, but soon after surrendered his commission and entered into the mercantile pursuits, in which he was remarkable for his financial ability and excellence of judgment. The deceased had once served a term or two in the Kentucky Legislature, and was the member who introduced a bill for the gradual emancipation of slavery in the State, which, it will be remembered, was lost by a single vote. He was reared with, and an intimate friend of many of the most distinguished men of Kentucky, among whom were Henry Clay, Governor Morehead, General Dudley, and others, who have associated their names with the political history of the United States.

     He had four children, one of whom, Mrs. Warfield, still resides near Lexington, Ky. One of his sons, Thomas D., married the daughter of Governor Foote, of Mississippi, and another, Louis, the daughter of the late distinguished merchant, Josiah Lawrence, Esq. His second daughter, Sallie, was for some years a reigning belle, and one of the most beautiful and accomplished ladies of the West or South. She became the wife of a distinguished financier in New Orleans, and died some years ago universally lamented by all who knew her many excellent qualities of mind and heart. In Cincinnati, where the Major owned property to the amount of $200,000 or $300,000, he made many valuable improvements and recently erected several fine blocks of business houses. For several years past he resided in this place, amid the scenes and friends of his youth. Though somewhat eccentric and opinionated, he possessed a large and generous nature, and various estimable qualities that endeared him to a wide circle of friends. He lived longer than the period than the period usually allotted to man, and expired peacefully in the presence of his relations and friends. His fortune has been variously estimated, but his estate, probably worth $400,000 to $500,000, has been apportioned among his grandchildren, of whom there are a number.  Frankfort Commonwealth. 

Casseday, Samuel A.

September 28, 1860

Death of Samuel A. Casseday. – The entire community will be pained to read the announcement of the death of S.A. Casseday, Esq., a son of Samuel Casseday, Esq., and a member of the firm of Casseday & Sons, of this city. The sad event occurred yesterday. The deceased had been ill but a few days, and the immediate dissolution was not anticipated. Mr. Casseday was well known and highly esteemed in business circles, and recognized by men of science as a devoted co-laborer. In social life he was universally beloved. – Louisville Courier, 14^th. 

Children

October 26, 1860

Scanned poem to children that died of diphtheria

Cotton, Lizzie

October 19, 1860

DIED. Lizzie, daughter of George T. and Emma Cotton, died in Versailles on the 7^th day of October, instant, aged about 7 years.

     But a few days ago this interesting child, radiant with beauty and intelligence, and beloved by all who knew her, was in our midst. Today she lies in her little grave, and we pour our tears upon the mound of earth that covers her fair and ever fragile form. How well we remember Lizzie. Her touching little face rises now, before our eyes, and we hear the tones of her low, soft voice. We catch, for a moment, the smile on her face, subdued and softened even in her childish plays and sports, by the expression of her pensive and rather sad eyes, and recollect that we always felt an emotion of melancholy when looking upon her, and found our spirits toned down by an undefined fear and foreboding, which we now, alas, fully understand. Oh, she was a rare child, with rare and winning ways, and childish charms and graces.

     We asked ourselves, as we way the pale and suffering mother following the form of this, her first born, to the grave, why she should mourn, since Lizzie had only quitted this dark and cheerless world for the glorious company of saints in the ‘sunbright clime’. It is true, she has one child less on earth, but she is the mother of another angel, and there is one more saint in heaven.

     Be patient, father, mother. God is good. Your child is with him. He has only taken back

The precious boon his love had given,

And though the casket moulders here,

The gem is sparkling now in heaven. 

Cotton, William Neville

October 5, 1860

DIED. In Versailles, Wednesday, Oct 3d, William Neville, son of George T. and Emma Cotton.

     We part on earth to meet in heaven. 

Curtis, Waller

September 28, 1860

Waller Curtis died very suddenly of heart disease, at his residence, near Mortonsville, last week. 

Darnell, Randolph R.

January 4, 1861

DIED. At his residence on Glenn’s Creek, in this county, on the 29^th of December, Mr. Randolph Darnell, in the 61^st year of his age.

     The deceased leaves a large family and circle of friends to mourn his loss. Mother, sisters, brothers, friends, why weep for him? He is not dead, but sleepeth in the Lord.   A. 

Dickinson, Cole

December 14, 1860

Distressing Accident at Trenton, Ky. Last Thursday a distressing accident occurred at Trenton, Ky, in which a young man named Cole Dickinson met with a sudden and untimely death at the hands of his friend, Mr. Charles Palmer, in the following manner: The latter was handling a shotgun, in his own store, and was showing Mr. Dickinson, who was his clerk, how to put out a candle by bursting a cap on the tube, believing the gun to be unloaded. When he pulled the trigger, to his utter amazement, the piece was discharged, and the contents entered the face of the unfortunate Cole, who was standing in front of him. He staggered and was in the act of falling when Palmer caught him in his arms, and called for assistance. Cole died in an hour afterwards. 

Dougherty, John

January 11, 1861

Death of a Kentuckian

Major John Dougherty, who was born in Kentucky, died near Liberty, Clay County, Mo., on the 28^th ult. He passed an eventful life. A native of Kentucky, he made his way at the age of sixteen to the then Far West, and in the year 1809, in the service of the American Fur Company, ascended the Missouri River (there then being to settlement of any consequence above St. Charles) to its source, and crossing the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific; was several years engaged in hunting, trapping, and trading with different Indian tribes, and frequently encountered savage beasts of the forests, and the still more savage Red Skins, from whom he had many hairbreadth escapes, in a country never before trod by the white man. In 1819 he was appointed Sub-Indian Agent, and subsequently Agent for several of the Indian tribes of the Upper Missouri, for which office he was admirably fitted, from having many year’s residence among them, and speaking fluently many of their dialects (as well as the French language), which enabled him to discharge his duties with singular success. In 1822 he married an accomplished lady of St. Louis, and reared up an enterprising and promising family. 

Fogle, Mary

September 7, 1860

DIED. In Harrisonville, Cass County, Missouri, on the 24^th of August, Mary, daughter of Thomas L. and Eddie Fogle, aged 19 days. 

Garth, family

September 21, 1860

A TERRIBLE DISASTER.- The telegraph brings the mournful news of the loss of the packet Lady Elgin, by sinking. Over 300 lives lost. Below we publish the names of those from Kentucky, who are supposed to be drowned:

     W. Garth and wife; Misses Anna and Amanda Garth. All from Paris.

     The Lady Elgin left the Port of Chicago at 11½ o’clock on last Wednesday night, for Lake Superior. About half past 2 o’clock on Thursday morning, the schooner Augusta, from Oswego, came into collision with her, when about 10 miles from shore. In an instant after the crash all was still, and in half an hour the steamer sunk. 

Hackney, Mattie

September 28, 1860

DIED. In this county, on the 17^th instant, Mattie, second daughter of James H. and Maria Hackney, in the 4^th year of her age.

     Yes! Little Maggie is gone! Never more on us her smiling eyes will beam. Her voice is hushed. ‘Twill come no more unto our lonely souls like summer’s breath to an Eolian harp.

      Would no love have wrung her spirit from the grasp of death and kept the warm breath heaving in her gentle breast? Ah, no! The grave hath won her. Parents grieve not; her spirit is freed from the fetters that bound it to its earthly temple of clay, clothed in shining robes of white, and dwelling in heaven forever. ‘Tis there thou shouldst meet her, and remain an unbroken family circle around the throne of God.

‘Ere sin could blight, or sorrow fade,

Death timely came with friendly care;

The opening bud to heaven conveyed,

And bade it bloom forever there.’ 

Harris, Sallie Meade

January 4, 1861

DIED. In this county, on the 31^st ultimo, Sallie Meade Harris, aged 1 year and 11 months. 

Holt, Mrs.

August 24, 1860

The estimable lady of Postmaster General Holt, died in Washington City, on Tuesday evening of last week, causing deep regret on the part of a large circle of acquaintances. The sacrament of her Lord’s Supper was administered to her in the morning at the Presbyterian Church, of which she was an exemplary member. Her remains were brought to Kentucky for interment. 

Johnson, Medley S.

August 24, 1860

On Saturday last, Medley S. Johnson, an industrious and worthy young man, was drowned in the Kentucky River, near McKee’s Ferry, in attempting to swim across with his clothing on. He was also encumbered with his carpet sack. His mother and sisters stood upon the bank and witnessed the scene, unable to render assistance. 

Lacefield, Albert

December 21, 1860

FATAL AFFRAYS. We learn from the Owensboro (Ky) Shield, that last week a man by the name of Albert Lacefield was stabbed, and instantly killed by Richard Given, in Butler County, Ky. They were returning home from Morgantown, and a quarrel was gotten up by several of the Lacefields and Givens , in reference to a law suit, and whilst Albert Lacefield and on the Givens were fighting, Richard Givens ran up and stabbed Lacefield killing him instantly.

Lillard, Negro man

September 28, 1860

A Negro man in the employ of Mr. Warren Lillard, near Mortonsville, in this county, dropped dead in the field, while husking corn, on the 19^th inst. 

McCarty, Mr.

January 11, 1861

A Mr. Denny shot and killed a notorious individual named McCarty, in Lexington, on last Monday. Several shots were exchanged. Denny was acquitted, as he was acting in self-defense. 

McNamara, James

Sept 21, 1860

MURDER. On Monday morning of last week the dead body of an Irishman by the name of James McNamara was found on the new road leading from Garrett’s to the Lexington Turnpike, about four miles from Versailles. From his mangled condition, and the large gashes on different parts of his person, it was evident that he had been murdered. A Coroner’s Jury was summoned, held an inquest, and rendered a verdict, in substance, that said McNamara came to his death by blows inflicted by a knife in the hands of some unknown person. On Monday and Tuesday, Wm. Glancy, Hugh Glancy, Thomas Clancy, Patrick Garty and Wm. Haley were arrested on suspicion and lodged in jail.  They were tried before an examining court on Wednesday, and the Court being of opinion that the evidence was insufficient to convict on further trial, the prisoners were discharged.

     Prosecuting Attorney, Henry C. McLeod. Counsel for prisoners, John K. Goodgloe and R.J. Breckinridge.

     The evidence was very strong against a man by the name of Donlan, who was also embraced by the warrant, but had made his escape on Sunday night. 

Minary, John S., Susan and Sally

September 7, 1860

DIED. In Versailles, on the 20^th ultimo, John L., son of John S. and G.A. Minary, aged 4 years, 4 months and 5 days. 

DIED. In Versailles, on the 28^th ultimo, Susan, oldest daughter of John S. and G.A. Minary, aged 7 years, 10 months, and 17 days. 

October 12, 1860

Death, the fell destroyer of all mankind – stern, unrelenting and remorseless – could not two suffice? – thrice thy fatal shaft was sped, and three innocent and lovely victims lay beneath the sod. John S. died on the 20^th Aug., 1860, aged 4 years and 4 months – Susan, died 28^th August, aged 7 years and 11 months – and Sally, on the 7^th October, all of diphtheria – the children of Jno. S. and Geo. Ann Minary. But a few weeks ago these endeared objects of parental affection, were moving around the family hearth in all the joy and delight of juvenile innocence – the solace and comfort of the family circle – But alas, how changed – the insatiate archer has done his work – a melancholy void broods over the scene – for the place that knew them will know them no more forever. But dear parents, grieve not for the little one – a kind Providence has taken them from the evil to com – they are taken in the purity of their being – like the morning dew drops, sparkled, was exhaled, and went to Heaven. 

Jesus loved the little children –

Death may the bands of life unloose

But can’t dissolve his love:

Millions of infant souls compose

The family above. 

Moyers, Jas.

Woodford Pennant, August 17, 1860

Rencounters. –On Saturday last, W.C. Whitmaker, Esq., and Mr. Jas. Moyers had a reencounter in the Commissioner’s office, in the courthouse, in which Mr. Moyers received a stab in the right side that terminated fatally on Saturday about 2 o’clock. Mr. Whitmaker gave himself up to the Sheriff. Mr. Moyers had a heavily charged pistol in his pocket, and it is believed that he was in the act of drawing it when he was stabbed.

     On the same day, at Clayville, Mr. Alvin Hughes and Shelton Harris had a difficulty. Harris struck Hughes on the head with a rock, cutting him very severely, and was about hitting him again with another, when Mr. Hughes closed upon him, and with a knife inflicted several severe wounds. It was supposed the wounds would prove fatal; but we learn on Monday that Harris was considerably better. – Shelby News. 

Nash, Michael

January 4, 1861

Shocking death. Michael Nash, a worthy citizen of Carrollton, Ky, on Thursday fell into a mash-tub at Troutman and Garland’s distillery, in that place, and was so badly scalded as to produce almost instant death. He leaves a wife and four children. 

Nuckols, Negro woman

November 16, 1860

Burned to death. A Negro woman belonging to Mr. Samuel Nuckols, near this place, while sitting by the fire a few nights ago, fell asleep, and her clothes catching fire, was so badly burned that she has since died. 

Railey, James

September 7, 1860

DIED. In this county, on the 2d instant, James Railey, of Mississippi, in the 64^th year of his age. 

Rice, R.C.

January 25, 1861

(from the Cincinnati Enquirer)

Shocking Suicide – An Eminent Divine Shoots Himself Through the Head

A sad tragedy occurred last Sunday evening at the Spencer House, which has cast a gloom over a large portion of our community. The Rev. R.C. Rice, of Eminence, Ky, one of the most eminent and distinguished divines in the Sate, ended his life by committing suicide. Dr. Rice arrived in this city from Philadelphia on Saturday evening. The clerk of the hotel assigned him a room, to which he immediately repaired. At noon on Sunday the chambermaid knocked at the door and request the occupant to rise. The Doctor came to the door and stated he was indisposed, and would not leave his room. The chambermaid thought nothing of the matter, and merely said to him. “You had better take in your boots.” He replied, “Never mind, I’ll not need them.”

     Later in the day, and toward evening, the clerk though strange at not seeing the Doctor, and accordingly sent a porter to his apartment, in case he might be too ill to rise from his bed. The porter knocked twice, and, not receiving any answer, tried the door, and found it unlocked. He entered the room, and there discovered the lifeless body of the unfortunate man lying on the bed. An examination showed that he had shot himself through the head, the ball entering on the left side, and passing almost entirely through. The body lay on the bed, with the face toward the wall, the left arm outstretched, with the pistol still tightly clenched in the hand.

    On a table by the side of the bed was a letter directed to His Honor the Mayor. Mr. Bishop was sent for, who opened the missive, and found it to contain these words:

“Please have my poor body put in a genteel case and sent, without molestation, to Eminence, Kentucky, where I hope it will be laid beside my dear Eliza. My Christian character is impeached, and by misfortune the means of vindication are cut off. I have been a true man, have lived for the good of mankind and glory of God. I never injured a human being intentionally. I have preached faithfully the true Gospel of Christ, and to the Cross of Christ I have clung as the ground of my hopes. Take charge of my trunk, money, and clothes here, to pay all charges. But all is lost, my mind frantic, my heart crushed.

RC Rice 

Richardson, John C.

September 28, 1860

Hon. John C. Richardson, Judge of the Supreme Court of the State of Missouri, died in St. Louis on Friday, after a very brief illness. Judge R. was a native of this State, and received his education at Lexington. He was in the 42d year of his age. 

Rowland, Elizabeth

August 17, 1860

DIED, August 4^th, 1860, in Versailles, Ky, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Clarke O. Smither, Mrs. Elizabeth Rowland, the widow of Henry Rowland, deceased. Mrs. R. is the last of the original settlers of the interesting neighborhood in Woodford County, Ky., in which she so long resided. Her neighbors and generation have gone before her. She has been spared amidst ‘the pestilence that walks in darkness, and the destruction that wastes at noonday’, to the good old age of eight-four. During the untold vicissitudes through which human life passes in such a length of time, Mrs. Rowland gave exemplification of a most singular uniform, meek, quiet, calm, and humble Christian life. And while the shadows of death were gathering around her, she as quietly and calmly expressed herself as resigned to the will of her heavenly Father, whom she had loved and so steadfastly loved for the space of sixty years, as a worthy member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. This worthy lady was a branch of the Oscar family of Kentucky, many of whom adorned the doctrine of God their Saviour with a pious walk and godly conversation.

     She leaves behind her a numerous and respectable progeny, who appreciate her example, and the most of whom are striving to follow her as she followed Christ.

H.H. Kavanaugh, Versailles, Ky., Aug 11^th, 1860.

Woodford Pennant, 10 Aug 1860

Died. In Versailles, on the 5^th inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Roland, in the 85^th year of her age. 

Shawhan, Daniel

September 14, 1860

On Sunday morning, Mr. Daniel Shawhan, an old and respected citizen of this county, died suddenly at his residence near Shawhan’s Station, from what was supposed to be apoplexy of the heart, brought on by over exertion. He had accosted a Negro man belonging to Mrs. Rush, who was passing with a bag containing, as Mr. Shawhan supposed, stolen plunder. He demanded to see what was in the bag – the Negro refused, and when Mr. Shawhan attempted to arrest him, resisted. A sharp struggle ensued, which was scarcely ended when Mr. S. sat down and almost immediately fell down, dead. His wife and one of his sons were present. The rumor to the effect that his death was caused by injuries inflicted by the Negro were without foundation. There were no marks of violence upon his person and it is believed that the Negro did not strike him at all. – Paris Citizen. 

Simson, Josephine

October 19, 1860

Burned to death. A young woman named Josephine Simson was burned to death at a saloon in Bayard street last night by her clothing taking fire. 

Slaughter, T. Hinds

November 16, 1860

Another tragedy in Bardstown. – The village of Bardstown, in Nelson county, was the scene of another tragedy on Saturday, when T. Hinds Slaughter was killed by John Talbott, Jr. We have no particulars, other than the unfortunate man was shot in the store of Baker Smith, and died almost instantly.

     Talbott is the son of J.C. Talbott, who was killed by Slaughter about two years ago, in that place. Slaughter was tried for the murder at Shepardsville in August, but the jury not agreeing to a verdict, was admitted to bail.

     We know not of a more heart-rending affair that this has been in all its bearings. The death of the elder Talbott crazed his mother, who died recently in the lunatic asylum – and now the slayer of the father meets death at the hands of his son. 

Strader, Jacob

September 7, 1860

DIED. In Cincinnati, on the Tuesday morning last, Capt. Jacob Strader, in the 65^th year of his age.

Terrell, John Hayden, Willia Bruce, Preston Todd

November 16, 1860

11 Jan 1861 poem for Willa

DIED. In Versailles, on the 26^th of October, of diptheria, John Hayden, son of Dr. William H. and Louisa J. Terrell, aged 3 years and 9 months.

     A light has gone from their dwelling! A wellspring of pleasure has ceased to flow.

     In Versailles, on the 2d of November, of Diphtheria, Willia Bruce, daughter of Dr. William H. and Louisa J. Terrell, aged 5 years and 9 months.

     ‘Insatiate Archer! Could not one suffice?’ A deeper gloom mantles their home.

     In Versailles, on the 13^th of November, Preston Dodd, son of Dr. William H. and Louisa J. Terrell, aged 1 year and 5 months.

     The cup of affliction is full! 

I take these little lambs, said He,

And lay them on my breast,

Protection they shall find in me,

In me be ever blest.

Death may the hands of life unloose,

But can’t dissolve my love,

Millions of infant souls compose

The family above. 

Terrell, Johnny

December 21, 1860

Scanned poem

Thornton, George

Woodford Pennant August 10, 1860

Fatal Affray.- On Monday last at Midway, in this county, a rencountre took place between ____ Davis and George Thornton, which resulted in the death of the latter, by a pistol shot from Hillary Davis, brother of the former. – The circumstances of this sad affair, as we learn them from a gentleman who was present at the examining trial, were as follows: During a general melee Davis and Thornton took sides, angry words passed between them and lead to blows. – During the fight, a pistol was drawn by Davis, but wrested from him by someone in the crowd. The combatants were then separated and Thornton started for home. Davis seized a heavy stick from a bystander, pursued and struck Thornton several heavy blows. Thornton turned, drew a knife, and advanced upon him. – Hillary Davis, brother of James, who was standing off a short distance, drew a pistol and fired, the shot taking effect in Thornton’s neck, severing the jugular vein and carotid artery, from the effect of which he died in about thirty minutes.

      On Wednesday he had his examining trial, and was bound over for further trial in the sum of $2500. Prosecuting Attorneys, John K. Goodloe and Thomas N. Lindsey, Counsel for prisoner, Thomas P. Porter, R.W. Hanson, and James B. Beck.

Todd, Wm.M.Jr

November 23, 1860

DIED. At the residence of his uncle, Mr. Wm. M. Todd, near Versailles, Ky., Nov. 3, Wm. M. Todd, Jr., aged 14 years.

     He was the son of the late Thomas I. And Mary Milles Todd, of Frankfort. The mother survives and mourns the loss of her son. Thus has fallen one just blossoming into manhood, and one whom to know was only to esteem. His love of right and hatred of wrong secured for him the warm attachment of all who knew him. As a pupil he was loved by his classmates and teachers – his conduct and habits of study being ever worthy of imitation. His mind was quick and comprehensive, and gave clear indication of the future scholar.

     Let each of his classmates inquire why was it not I? But Willie has gone. He will not again come to us. We must go to him. ‘Be ye also ready, for in such a day as ye think not the son of man cometh.’       J.H.M. 

Tood, Miss

December 21, 1860

FATAL ACCIDENT. A little daughter of James M. Tood, of this city, eight years of age, while playing on the banisters of the stairway in the second story, slipped and fell to the first floor, fracturing her skull in a frightful manner, from the effects of which she died in about an hour. – Yeoman

Tutt, William

September 28, 1860

Milville, Ky., Sept 24, 1860

Mr. Editor: William Tutt, a citizen of Milville, Woodford County, after a life of industry, usefulness, and benevolence, sunk quietly to his final resting place on Friday afternoon last, September 21, in the 46^th year of his age.

     In life he was an industrious, frugal, careful, and energetic man, whose attention was chiefly engrossed with his own business and affairs, except for a short time during the years 1859-1860, when he was engaged in a public capacity.

     It is said by his friends that it was his chief delight to visit the house of God, and there bow in submission to his Maker, trusting that it was an example which his children and friends would follow, that they might prosper in this world, and perchance, in some future day, realize that happiness promised them by the Saviour.

      His disease was supposed to be that of consumption, carrying him off so gradually that he had ample time to study his own salvation more thoroughly, and relate to his devoted wife and children what he would have them do, that they might gain the promise of God and esteem of earthly friends.

     His funeral was preached on Saturday evening by the Rev. Mr. Galispie, of Frankfort, and on Sunday evening he was laid in the silent grave, with all the honors of his church.

     Death to him was not hard, but sweet, for his last words were like the language of the poet:

How sweetly could I lay my head

Within the cold grave’s silent breast,

Where sorrow’s tears no more are shed,

No more the ills of life molest.

N.W.H. 

Vaughn, Mr.

December 21, 1860

FATAL AFFRAYS. A man named Vaughn was shot and instantly killed in the streets of Masonville, last week, by a man named Simon. The case is represented as being a cold-blooded murder on the part of Simon.  –Tribune. 

Wegmann, Charles

January 18, 1861

DIED. In Versailles, on the 7^th instant, Charles, son of Andrew and Arbita Wegmann, aged 3 years and 4 months. 

White, Howard

August 10, 1860

Died. In Versailles, on the 6^th inst., Howard, son of George R. and Elizabeth A. White, aged two years.

Winn, Henrietta

September 28, 1860

DIED. In this county, on the 26^th inst., Henrietta, daughter of H. and Matilda Winn, aged 10 months and 26 days. 

Like some fair rose of bright and lovely bloom

That opes with beauty to the rising sun,

Sparkling with fragrance in the dewy morn,

Yet drooped and faded ere the day is done;

So hath this loved one early passed away,

All young and buoyant with life’s sunny hopes,

Counting on promised joys, on length of days,

How soon, alas, compelled to yield them up.