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Newspaper article --WEDDING RECEPTION - The Comet; Johnson City, Tennessee; September 30, 1909, Image 12 (Website: http://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov) (from Tracy Devault):

WEDDING RECEPTION AT AUSTIN SPRINGS

Mrs. William DeVault gave a most elegant and charming reception at her beautiful home on the Watauga on Thursday afternoon in honor of her son's bride, Mrs. A. Beverly DeVault. The hours were from three to four and from five to seven.

The guests were welcomed in the hall by Mrs. E. S. Kendrick, in a toilette of black lace over taffeta, and Miss Ella McNeil, who wore a dainty white lingerie with trimmings of baby Irish lace.

In the receiving line were Mrs. William V. DeVault, Mrs. A. Beverly DeVault, Mr. James Newby, a brother of the bride, and Mrs. Hugh Hill.

Mrs. William DeVault wore a gown of green messaline with trimmings of old rose and cream lace.

Mrs. Beverly DeVault wore her bridal gown of handsome white satin, hand-embroidered with pearl and diamond ornaments, and Mrs. Hugh Hill appeared in black spangled net.

The parlor, library and hall were decorated in golden rod, the color scheme being yellow and white, artistically entwined from the chandelier in the dining-room to the four corners of the table, was soft, white tulle, on which were innumerable small yellow hearts suspended from white ribbons. On the center of the table resting on an exquisite lace center-piece, was a bowl of bride's roses. Mrs. A. J. Tyler, who served in the dining-room, wore a black net dress over satin and was assisted by Misses Clara Reeves, Lois Reeves and Claude DeVault, who wore dresses of yellow crepe de chine with white and gold lace.

Miss Eula Lee Kendrick, in a costume of green messaline, ushered the guests into the dining-room and from there to the library, where coffee and hot chocolate were served by Mrs. Samuel Browder and Mrs. E. A. Long. Out in the spacious circle of the wide veranda, Mrs. James Martin and Mrs. Robert DeVault served grape punch from a bowl decorated with bunches of purple grapes and green foliage.

A charming little rustic picture was given out on the lawn under the spreading oaks. A table, from which was served luscious watermelons and sweet cider, was presided over by Mr. William DeVault, Judge A. J. Tyler, Capt. A. S. McNeil and Dr. F. B. Hannah.

Tracy's note: Some of the people mentioned in the article are:

Mrs. William DeVault: Barbara E. (Higginbotham) DeVault (1861 - 1932), daughter of Reese Bowen Higginbotham and Louise Jame Emmons. At the time of this reception, Barbara was second wife of William Valentine DeVault. She would later marry William's cousin, George Valentine DeVault.

Mrs. A. Beverly DeVault: Amelia Elizabeth (Newby) DeVault (1887 - 1973), daughter of Cyrus Newby and Anna Catherine "Kitty" Herron. Amelia had just married Albert Beverly "Beverly" DeVault,

Mrs. E. S. Kendrick: Mary Elfrida (DeVault) Kendrick (1861 - 19??), daughter of George Henry "Henry" DeVault and Emily Seraphina Berry. Mary was the wife of Everett Stuart Kendrick.

Miss Clara Reeves: Clara Boring Reeves (1884 - 1968), daughter of George Alexander "Fred" Reeves and Addie May Boring. Clara would later marry Horace Bishop Stevens.

Miss Lois Reeves: Mary Lois "Lois" Reeves (1886 - 1911), daughter of Isaac Edward Reeves and Mary Malinda Dosser. Lois never married. She died just over two years after this reception was given.

Miss Claude DeVault: Claude DeVault (1886 - 1966), daughter of James Miller DeVault and Addie Belle Hickman. Claude would later marry John Lee Hughlett.

Miss Eula Lee Kendrick: Eula Lee Kendrick (1888 - 1959), daughter of Everett Stuart Kendrick and Mary Elfrida DeVault. Eula would later marry Conley Earl "Earl" Ball.

Mrs. Samuel Browder: Elizabeth Miller "Bettie" (Paterson) Browder (1875 - 1925), daughter of Newton Alexander Patterson and Mary Susan "Sue" Reeves. Bettie was married to Samuel Lonzo Browder.

Mrs. Robert DeVault: Osceola (Walton) DeVault (1883 - 1928), daughter of Elijah Powell Walton and Arrispa Gaines Jewell. Osceola was married to Robert Drew DeVault.

Mr. William DeVault: William Valentine DeVault (1846 - 1916), son of Jacob DeVault and Elizabeth Jane Clark.

Dr. F. B. Hannah: Ferrell Bratcher Hannah, Jr. (1876 - 1932), son of Andrew Johnson Hannah and India Annie O'Brian. Ferrell was a relative of the DeVaults through the Hannah family. He knew George Valentine DeVault. Both lived in Umatilla, Lake County, Florida. In census records and many genealogies, Ferrell is shown as the son of Andrew and India Hannah. Ferrell Bratcher Hannah, Sr. was Andrew Hannah's brother. It appears that he was not the father of Ferrell Bratcher Hannah, Jr. Both Ferrell Bratcher Hannahs were dentists.

OBITUARY #1

PARTING TRIBUTE IS PAID TO GRANDMA DEVAULT'S MEMORY

Large Concourse of Sorrowing Friends Attend Funeral, Interment in Bayard Cemetery

The last sad rites for Caroline E. DeVault, better known as Grandma DeVault, were held last Sunday afternoon from the home of C. H. Harpole, a large concourse of sorrowing friends attending the funeral to pay parting tribute to the wonderful old lady who had endeared herself in the hearts of all who knew her.

Caroline E. Clark was born in Montgomery County, Missouri, November 10, 1837, and died Friday, April 27, 1923, aged 85 years, five months and 17 days. She was married to Henry DeVault on December 20, 1860, and to this union were born seven children, five boys and two girls, four of whom have preceeded her to the great beyond. Those who survive are a son, William P. DeVault, and two daughters, Mrs. Emma Harpole and Mary Elizabeth DeVault, all of Bayard.

Grandma, as she was familiarly known, united with the Methodist church shortly after her marriage and lived a beautiful Christian life ever after, being always ready to lend a helping hand or a word of cheer to those in need. She and her family removed from Missouri to Bayard in April, 1901, where they have since resided. Since the death of her husband October 28, 1908, she has made her home with her two daughters, Mrs. Emma Harpole and Mary Elizabeth DeVault, whose loving care and constant solicitude prolonged and brightened the last years of her life, their devotion being a wonderful example of filial love and respect.

Although she has been an invalid for the last five years, she was always patient and loving and was only waiting for the summons to come home and rest. "She knew that in her Father's house there are many dwelling places, and the way she knew for she knew Him who said, 'I am the way'."

The Rev. J. Arthur Miller had charge of the funeral services, the body being laid to rest in Bayard cemetery.

OBITUARY #2

AGED MOTHER DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER

Caroline E. DeVault Passes To Final Reward On April 27th.

Whether death comes in the high or the low, the rich or poor, as a rule, it leaves behind it sorrow and regret, and particularly so the former in the passing of Mrs. Caroline DeVault, which occured at the home of her two daughters, Mrs. C. H. Harpole and Miss Elizabeth DeVault, on last Friday, at about 4 o'clock in the afternoon.

While advance age and ill health has for some time prevented Mrs. DeVault from taking an active part in the affairs of her home, many people will remember the kindly hospitality, and tender sympathy extended, and the many things that endeared her to those with whom she met.

She, with her two daughters, moved here from Missouri in 1901, being preceded by Will DeVault, who is a resident of this city and by Aylett, who passed away several years ago.

She died -- I shall say without regret and certainly without fear and without complaint. Her life was a steady, reliable light, that did not flame out at times with extraordinary brightness, but in its uniform glow, guided many to the uniform ways of life.

Caroline E. Clark was born in Montgomery County, Missouri, on November 10, 1837 and passed away at the age of 85 years, 5 months and 17 days.

She was married to Henry DeVault on December 20, 1860 and to this union were born seven children all having passed away except W. P. DeVault, Mrs. Emma Harpole and Miss Elizabeth DeVault, all of whom reside in Bayard.

Mrs. DeVault was united with the Methodist church in her early life and remained devout in her belief until the end.

Since 1908 she has resided with her two daughters, following the passing of her husband and for the past five years has been an invalid. Often was the worn body frought with pain, but with it all, she bore her cross meekly, only waiting for the summons to join the loved ones on the other shore, and meet Him on whom her reliance was placed face to face.

Note From Bible of Emma Isabelle (DeVault) Harpole:

Caroline E. DeVault died Friday, April 27th, at 4:30 -- age 85 yrs., 5 mos. & 17 days. She fell on Sunday eve. just as she was ready for bed & broke her hip. She only lived 13 days, went home to be with the ones gone before.

William Peter DeVault attended Kirksville Business College. Soon afterwards he went west and settled at Loup City, Nebraska where he became a teacher for several years. In 1877 he married Annie Elizabeth Campbell. They took up a homestead four miles from Bayard, Nebraska where he taught school and was later employed by a bank. Sometime before 1910 he became involved in real estate sales.

William Peter DeVault lived in and around Bayard for forty years. In 1920 he divorced Annie and married Cecil Donovan of Alliance, Nebraska. Marvel (Hillman) DeVault says that William and Cecil lived in the house next door to his first wife, Annie. Supposedly, Annie never left the house after that. (Marvel says this house was the first house on the right when coming from her parents' farm.)

William Peter DeVault worked for the Great Western Sugar Company. (This was known locally as the Sugar Beet Plant. When the plant closed it nearly killed Bayard.)

In 1935, about the time Marvel Hillman and Bill DeVault graduated from High school, Marvel says Bill and his mother, Cecile DeVault, were living in the basement of the DeVault house. This must have been Annie DeVault's house as both William Peter and his second wife, Cecil DeVault, were both dead.

POEM WRITTEN BY WILLIAM PETER DEVAULT

Chimney Rock

On a far off western prairie

Stands a rock of great renown,

And its shape is like a chimney

And its base is rods around.

Years ago this old rock stood there

And the travelers one by one

Rested in its friendly shelter

From the hot and burning sun.

Nobly stands this rock of ages

While a river by its side

Flowing down the golden valley

Spreads its waters far and wide.

And between the rock and river

Runs a trail now dim and old

A trail implanted there by seekers

Seekers of fame and gold.

But ere they reached their destination

Ere they reached the golden lands

The redmen met them in this valley

Killing their little bands.

Could this rock relate its history

Many a tale indeed t'would tell

Tales of true and noble warriors

Who engaged in battle fell.

But instead it stands in silence

Uttering not a word or sound

Only a grim reminder

Of the danger that hovered round.

Tho this grand old rock was a witness

Of years of adventure and strife

Yet it stood as a benefactor

To the weary travelers life.

Let us hold it then in memory

As a famous rock of old

As a guide on the Oregon trail

To the fields of wealth untold.

OBITUARY

W. P. DEVAULT DIES AT HOME IN THIS CITY ON MARCH 31

Lived Near Bayard in Early 90's and Has Been Identified with Best Interests.

The news that W. P. DeVault had passed away came as a most decided shock to this community where he has been identified for the past forty years. While it was known for some time that his health was not all to be desired, the seriousness of his condition was unknown, and on March 31, at 1:15 a. m., he quietly fell asleep at his home in this city.

W. P. DeVault was born April 13, 1863, at New Florence, Mo., where he lived during his early childhood. After finishing his grade school course he entered the Kirksville Business college where he completed his business course, after which he came west and resided at Loup City, Neb., where he became a teacher for several years.

In the year 1887 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna E. Campbell and to this union were born six children, four girls and two boys.

After coming farther west in 1888, they homesteaded four miles from Bayard where they endured the hardships of pioneer life.

Mr. DeVault taught school in the rural districts and was employed in Bayard's first store and bank. He held many positions of trust and confidence during his forty years of residence in and around Bayard. He was a man of high ideals, clean habits, and exemplary character.

On April 13, 1920, he was married to Miss Cecil Donovan of Alliance, Neb., and lived in Bayard, holding a position with the Great Western Sugar company until the last two or three months when he was in poor health. He was confined to his room for only a short time before his departure of this life which came on March 31, 1929, at 1:15 a. m.

Those left to mourn the departure are a wife and six children: Mrs. Mildred Mishoff (Sic) of Denver, Colo.; Henry of Iowa; Mrs. Maude Moberg of Bayard, Neb.; Lynn of Billings, Mont,; Marjorie and Dorothy DeVault of Bayard, Neb.; one sister, Mrs. C. H. Harpole and two grandchildren, William Dallas DeVault and Marjorie Beth Moberg, and a great number of friends and acquaintances.

The funeral services were conducted at the family home with Rev. A. J. May, pastor of the Methodist church, in charge, the deceased having joined that church in 1911.

A male quartet of Messrs. A. H. Keys, John Ducker, Paul Lathrop and Bartell Moore, George Mason accompanying them on the violin, sang "Remember me, O Mighty One," "There's a Light in the Valley for Me" and "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere."

By request the pastor used the 14th chapter of John and the first six verses for the scripture and for the text John 14:1.

Interment was made in the Alliance cemetery, Messrs. A. M. Ginn, Ralph Bristol, Earl Heyl, L. A. Fricke, John Mueller and R. A. Wisner acting as pall bearers.

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From "Pioneering in the Shadow of Chimney Rock" by Leon Moomaw

W. P. DeVAULT

W. P. DeVault arrived in the area in December 1888, taking a homestead north of the new village of Bayard. Their first house was built of black-root sod secured real near the place where they located the house. Dan Hults dug an 80 foot well for him but found no water.

Just exactly what caused Mr. DeVault to come West is not known. He may have been influenced by family relationships. Mrs. DeVault's brother, Elbert Campbell, had filed on a homestead earlier. Mrs. Sarah Campbell, Mrs. DeVault's mother, also had taken a homestead. Her brother, David Lamson, was a Seventh Day Adventist preacher who held services at the "Old Sod Church." Later, Mr. DeVault's father and mother, a brother and two sisters came West, so kinship surely did have some influence in their lives.

When living on the homestead, Mr. DeVault tells of an instance when 4500 steers which were being driven to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, made deep paths in black root sod as they crossed his place. In the early days, Mr. DeVault was asked the question, what was his first mode of travel? His reply was, "walking." Old timers verify the fact that he did walk a great deal, having no other means of travel.

W. P. DeVault was one of those men who had the ability to fill in wherever needed. He taught at least two terms of school. In one of the early elections, he defeated Thomas Winter for Justice of the Peace, but never qualified -- he often took part on programs at celebrations -- he was at one time the defendant's lawyer in a case brought before the Justice of the peace -- he was at another time, elected as County Commissioner of Morrill County. In later years, Mr. DeVault was associated with W. T. McKelvey in the Real Estate business. They were affiliated with The Payne Investment Company helping to dispose of a great deal of land in this section.

In the Early day, Mr. DeVault had used his homestead as the basis for a sheep ranch and kept a band of sheep for many years. Early records show that he was constantly improving the quality of his herd. He was quite successful in carrying his flock through the winter with a limited amount of feed, yet with little loss.

Mr. DeVault finally sold his homestead for $650 or just a little more than $4 per acre. By the time his children were of school age the family moved to town where they all attended school. In 1921 Maude, one of the DeVault girls, was married to Chris E. Moberg. Mr. Moberg began working for the Great Western Sugar Company at Eaton, Colorado, in 1913. He continued in their employ coming to the Bayard factory in 1920 and was retired in 1955, making a total service of 42 years for the company -- 35 years of which were in Bayard. Mrs. Moberg has been the faithful librarian at the City Library for many years.

Special mention should be made of the DeVault sisters, Lizzie and Emma. They took a very active part in all of the early day church and social functions, also working in numerous positions. Later, Miss Emma DeVault became the wife of Charles H. Harpole. Today a worthy representative is found in George R. Harpole.

THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF:

MARY E. DeVAULT,

of

BAYARD, MORRILL COUNTY, NEBRASKA.

I, Mary E. DeVault, of Bayard, Morrill County, Nebraska, being of sound mind and memory and realizing the uncertainties of life, and wishing to make disposition of my property, do hereby make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT, in words and figures, as follows:

FIRST: I hereby will and direct my Executrix, hereinafter named to pay all of my just debts, funeral expenses and the charges on account of my last sickness, as soon after my death as she may conveniently do so.

SECOND: I give, devise and bequeath Two Thirds (2/3) of all of my real and personal estate whatsoever and wheresoever to my sister Emma I. Harpole.

THIRD: All the rest and residue of my estate, real and personal, I give, devise and bequeath, as follows: One Third (1/3) thereof to my sister Emma I. Harpole, this being in addition to the amount given her in the "Second" paragraph hereof; Two (2/3) Thirds thereof to be divided among my remaining heirs, share and share alike, the said Emma I. Harpole, being hereinbefore provided for, shall not share in the same.

FOURTH: I declare that no gift or bequest herein made shall lapse on account of the prior death of the person to receive the same, and further declare that in such event, such gift or bequest shall pass to the personal representatives of such person in the same manner as if my will had taken effect immediately before such persons death.

FIFTH: I hereby make, constitute and appoint my sister Emma I. Harpole, sole Executrix of this my Last Will and Testament and request that no other bond be required of her as such Executrix, save and except her own personal obligation:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name at Bayard, Morrill County, Nebraska, this 15th day of March, A. D. 1923

Mary E. DeVault

Testatrix.

We, whose names are hereunto subscribed do hereby certify that Mary E. DeVault, of Bayard, Morrill County, Nebraska, the Testatrix subscribed her name to this instrument in our presence, and in the joint presence of each of us, and declared at the same time, in our joint presence and hearing, that this instrument was her Last Will and Testament, and we, at her request, and in her presence, and in the joint presence of each other, subscribed our names as attesting witnesses.

Elizabeth J. McKelvey of Bayard, Nebraska,

William T. McKelvey of Bayard, Nebraska.

OBITUARY

In the passing of Miss Elizabeth DeVault which occured at the home of her sister, Mrs. Chas. Harpole on Sunday May 24, Bayard looses one of its most esteamed citizens, who, during her life in this city, has proven to be a woman of lofty motives, kindly disposition, who by both, won the respect and love of all who knew her. Coming to Bayard when the social and religious life of the community was in the making, she took her place in both and carried her part well. In her church work she was particularly absorbed and her labors to direct her classes in Sunday school along the line of better living endeared her to those with whom she labored and from her efforts a lasting impression will doubtless remain of her religious training throughout the years to come.

Mary Elizabeth DeVault was born at New Florence, Mo., August 9, 1864. Departed this life Sunday afternoon, May 24, 1925, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Harpole. She moved with her parents to Bayard, Neb., in April 1901. Her father died October 1908, after which she and her mother made their home together until her mother's health failed to the home of their daughter and sister where she has resided until the time of her death. Her mother passed away April 27, 1923.

She united with the M. E. church in early childhood and has always loved to help in activities of her church. She was an active worker in the Sunday school and taught until her health failed and she had to give up her class, but her little "Sunshine Girls" as she always called them, never ceased visiting her and sending her flowers.

While she was almost a constant sufferer, she was always so patient and thoughtful of everyone and so appreciated ever act of kindness.

She said "I am ready and want to go, but am willing to wait until God calls me."

She leaves one brother, W. P. DeVault and one sister, Mrs C. H. Harpole.

Brief, but impressive funeral sermon was preached by Rev. R. W. Pruitt and a quartett composed of Mesdames Schwartzentruber and Wisner and Leach and Moore sang three of the deceased favorite songs. Her former class, the, "Little Sunshine Girls," were present in a body and placed their token of love on the casket in the form of beautiful flowers after which the body was laid to rest in the Bayard cemetery -- Bayard Transcript.

Note From Bible of Emma Isabelle (DeVault) Harpole:

Mary Elizabeth DeVault died Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., May 24th, 1925, age 60 yrs., 9 mon. & 14 days. She was operated upon for cancer May 23rd, 1924 and died of cancer & neuritis. Mary was in bed 7 months and was a constant sufferer.

DAVAULT-HATCHETT WEDDING

A Very Elegant Affair at the Methodist Church Thursday Morning

When new voyagers set sail under the canopy of Hope with favoring winds, upon the matrimonial sea, friends, tried and true, stand upon the shore and give earnest prayer for their success and welfare; and so the Leader this bright October day bids Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Davault felicitations.

In the Methodist church Thursday morning at 10 o'clock Aylett French Davault and Miss Lella Hatchett were united in marriage by Rev. J. L. Weatherford. The prettily decorated church was filled with invited friends and relatives. There was all the beauty and solemnity of a church wedding. Rev. Weatherford's ceremony was impressive and included the ring service. The organ's soft music added to the dignity of the occasion.

As the wedding party awaited at the door Miss Alma Reily sang "Oh Promise Me." As Mrs. Julia Pfaff, of Jonesburg played Mendelshon's wedding march the party entered, led by the minister, followed by John Knox and Bruce Davault, Miss Emma Davault and Miss Nettie Goddin, R. S. McCall and the groom, Miss Beatrice Hatchett and the bride. During the service Mrs. Pfaff played in low strains "Annie Laurie."

The bride was attired in a brown tailor-made traveling suit; the groom wearing the conventional black. Miss Lella is one of the most charming young women we know; handsome, intelligent, self-reliant, a favorite in society and church circles. She possesses that seldom heard of grace, common sense. Aylett lives in Nebraska and is engaged in sheep raising, though he is a home boy raised in this community. He is a young man in every way worthy to be a good woman's husband. They left on the west-bound train for Grand Island, Neb., where they will reside this winter.

OBITUARY #1

MASONIC MIDNIGHT SERVICES

First of Knights Kadosh in Boise Held Last Night Over Body of A. F. DeVault.

The first midnight service of the Boise lodge Knights Kadosh, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons, was held last night at the Masonic hall over the body of Aylett French DeVault, of this city, who died Monday.

A large number of Masons and families and friends witnessed the impressive ceremony, which was conducted by M. W. Wood, thirty-third degree; M. A. Regan, thirty-second degree; E. W. Schubert, thirty-second degree; W. B. Davidson, thirty second degree; A. A. Jessup, thirty-second degree; and A. P. Adair, thirty-second degree. Mrs. James Stephenson, Jr., sat at the organ.

Clad in black robes, the knights entered the room in which the body lay, each carring a burning taper. Lights were extinguished and three groups of candles of three each were lighted and, as the knights stood in a semicircle at the casket the solemn service of the order was pronounced.

The body was left at the hall, where it will be until after services to open at 2 o'clock this afternoon and which will be conducted by Boise lodge No. 2. The remains will be buried in Morris Hill cemetery and at the grave Masonic services will be held.

OBITUARY #2

Aylette Davault Dead

The rather sudden death of Aylette Davault transpiring in Boise City, Idaho, on Monday, December 16, cast a deep shad- over this community when the news reached here Monday of this week.

Aylette and family were living at Boise. On Tuesday, the 10th, he rode horseback 40 miles in a severe storm to Gooding. That night he was taken sick with a severe pain in the head, which developed into meningitis. He was removed to the hospital at Boise, but nothing could be done to save him.

His funeral occurred Tuesday the 17th, at Boise, being conducted by the Masons and Odd Fellows. In the Masonic order Aylette was a 32nd degree.

Mrs. Lella, his wife, their baby boy and Preston Hatchett were the only near relatives in attendance.

How sad, such a splendid young man in the vigor of life and pushing forward in worldly wealth and happiness. New Florence can not help feeling his death as a calamity as he was one of us, born and raised here, married his wife here. To Lella, New Florence extends its deepest sympathy.

OBITUARY #3

AYLETTE DeVAULT DEAD

Boise, Idaho, Dec. 15, 1907

Dear Friends: -- Tuesday night at 7 p. m., Aylett reached our camp at Gooding, Idaho, After riding in a strong wind for seven hours with a terrible pain all the while in one of his ears. He started from Bellevue to Gooding, sixty miles, at ten o'clock, feeling pretty good, but by noon his head was hurting badly. We soon got him relieved and he slept Tuesday and Wednesday nights. We had hopes he would improve so that we could get him on the train for Boise. Up to 12 o'clock Friday night he was rational, and then lapsed into unconsciousness. Saturday night we got him to Boise, and placed him in the Sisters Hospital, still hoping for improvement, but the disease worked inwardly, on the brain. The doctors called it brain fever, meningitis. It is two clock p. m. now, and he can live only a few hours. I fear Lella will worry herself sick, as she is just getting over a bad cold. Let us hear from you soon. Very sincerely,

A. P. Hatchett.

The above letter was written to H. DeVault and pertains to his son Aylette, who was well known here. W. DeVault received a telegram Sunday saying that he could not live and another Wednesday telling of his death. This sad news is a shock not only to his relatives but to the many who were his friends. Coming here from Missouri about eight years ago he with his brother Will engaged in sheep raising for some time. A few years ago he moved to Idaho, where he again embarked in the sheep business, and it is presumed that the worry and strain of the care of his flocks caused his death.

Words must seem a mockery to the bereaved ones yet the sympathy of the entire community, is extended to them in their sorrow.

His genial, pleasing personality and uprightness of character endeared Aylette to all with whom he came in contact. He was about thirty-two years of age, and leaves a wife and one child, his father and mother Mr. and Mrs. DeVault, two sisters Misses Emma and Lizzie and a brother Will with many sincere friends to mourn his untimely death.

OBITUARY #4

From the Idaho Daily Statesman, published at Boise:

Aylette F. Davault, of 1514 North Ninth Street, died at a local hospital yesterday afternoon after an illness of a week of spinal meningitis. He was 35 years old and leaves a wife and one child.

He had been suffering from ear trouble and while riding from Holley to Gooding on a cold day recently, contracted a serious illness and was brought here early Sunday morning.

He was a prominent sheep owner and a member of the Scottish Rite Masons. This order will conduct its first midnight funeral services, in Boise, over the body at their hall tonight at 12 o'clock. The Masons will conduct the services over the body tomorrow afternoon at two o'clock after which the funeral will take place. Interment will be in Morris Hill cemetery. The body is now at the undertaking parlors of N. C. Hiatt & Company.

The funeral of Aylette F. Davault took place yesterday afternoon from the Masonic Hall on Tenth Street at 2:00 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. P. Monroe Smock at the hall and by the Masons at the grave. Interment was in Morris Hill cemetery.

The first midnight services of the Boise lodge, Knights Kadash, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons, was held last night at the Masonic hall over the body of Aylette French Davault of this city, who died Monday.

A large number of Masons and their families and friends witnessed the impressive ceremony, which was conducted by M. W. Wood, thirty-third degree.

Clad in black robes, the knights entered the room in which the body lay, each carrying a burning taper. Lights were extinguished and three groups of candles of three each were lighted and, as the knights stood in a semicircle at the casket the solemn service of the order was pronounced.

Note From Bible of Emma Isabelle (DeVault) Harpole:

Aylett F. DeVault died at Boise Idaho Dec. 16th 1907 of brain fever or meningitis, was sick a week, buried at Morris Hill Cemetery, Boise - Idaho, was 35 yrs old at the time of his death.

Bayard Transcript:

DeVault -- Harpole

Wednesday at about twelve o'clock at the M. E. parsonage occured the marriage of Mr. Chas. H. Harpole to Miss Emma DeVault.

The ceremony was preform by Rev. E. L. Torrence in the presence of a few friends.

This estimable couple have lived to long and played to important a part in Bayard's social and business world to need an introduction from us.

Immediately after the service the couple left for Denver where they will spend a few day before returning to take up their residence in Mr. Harpole's beautiful home.

The Transcript takes more than ordinary pleasure in wishing a happy and prosperous married life.

OBITUARY

Bayard Transcript - January 7, 1960

BAYARD

PIONEER

PASSED

Final rites for a pioneer Bayard woman, Mrs. Emma Harpole, were held Thursday from the Benson Funeral Home in Scottsbluff, with the Rev. Richard Carlyon officiating. Interment followed in the Bayard cemetery.

Pallbearer were R. C. Bassett, C. E. Moberg, John Hunt, John Ducker, Merle Hughes and Fred Wolff.

The following obituary was prepared by Mrs. R. C. Bassett, at the request of Mrs. Harpole prior to her death:

Emma Isabelle DeVault, daughter of Henry and Caroline DeVault was born in New Florence, Missouri, May 20, 1874. In 1901 with her parents she moved to Nebraska, locating at Bayard. On March 17, 1915 she was united in marriage to Charles H. Harpole, also a pioneer of Bayard, where he was engaged in the merchatile business. They were the parents on one son, George. Mr. Harpole died December 11, 1941, and in 1943 Mrs. Harpole and George moved to Scottsbluff, where she was supervisor of the sewing and housekeeping department of the West Nebraska Hospital for 2 1/2 years, when she was forced to retire because of ill health.

In early childhood the subject of this sketch united with the Methodist Church, of which she remained a loyal and devout member until her death. Some years ago she was the recipient of the honorary 50-year Membership Pin which the church presents to those who have maintained membership fifty or more years. During the active period of her life Mrs. Harpole served her church faithfully and efficiently as President of the Epworth League, Superintendent of the Primary Department of the Sunday School, President of the Ladies Aid Society, and ever responded to the call of duty for her church and her community. She was also active in the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society and the Woman'sClub.

When death came she was a member of the First Methodist Church in Scottsbluff, and as long as her health permitted, she was a faithful attendant at its services and also of the Woman's Societry of Christian Service. Mrs Harpole was a devoted homemaker, a loving wife and mother, a loyal friend and a dedicated Christian.

Survivors include her only son, George, two grandchildren, George Jr. and Susan of Minatare; three nieces, Miss Dorothy DeVault of Scottsbluff, Mrs, C. E. Moberg of Bayard and Mrs. K. C. Tishoff of Denver two nephews, Lynn DeVault of Livingston Montana and French DeVault of Connecticut.

"Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors and their works do follow them."

New Florence Leader

Miss Emma!

Leads in the Vote For the Week.

ONLY FOUR DAYS MORE.

BALLOTS ARE POURING IN BY THE HUNDRED EVERY DAY.

Vote For Your Favorite.

When it rains it pours. When the boys vote the ballots roll in. The week just closed has been one of the greatest in the history of the Contest. Ballots have been coming by the hundreds through the mails and by individuals and the nearer the end the faster they come in. The present outlook indicates an enormous vote between this and the close Tuesday night. Up to Wednesday night Miss Emma Davault takes the lead by a small vote, while Miss Bunnie Benson is an extremly close second, with Miss Minnie Bast in third place. Miss Murtle Wright receives a handsome vote and passes Miss Jennie Baker, while Miss Hattie McCuin is within a few votes of taking fifth place from Miss Baker. The vote has been materially increased along the line and some wonderful changes can be made before the polls close next Tuesday night.

The closing part of the contest is proving so great that we ask all parties voting to label their packages with the number of votes so the counting may be expedited. As Judges for counting the ballots, Messrs Louis Phillips, S P Stewart and J C Dickison have agreed to act. These gentlemen will, we think, give satisfaction as they are in no wise interested, and neither have cast a ballot. They will take the ballots in charge and announce the official vote as soon after the polls close as possible.

Voters and friends of the young ladies must positively remember that the polls close Tuesday night at 9 o'clock, by our office clock. We give the list of contestants in full and next week will give the official votes.

MISS EMMA DAVAULT

MISS BUNNIE BENSON

MISS MINNIE BAST

" MYRTLE WRIGHT

" JENNIE BAKER

" GRACE GARDNER,

" CORA KEENEY

" OLLIE WHITE

" DEBBIE SNETHEN

" FLORENCE BOOHER,

" ALICE POWELL

" NELLIE WILSON

" DORA POWELL

" CORA HOCKER

Any subscriber paying one year in advance on their subscription shall receive 10 ballots free.

Any person in arrears on subscription who will pay the same and one year in advance, shall receive 25 ballots free.

Any new subscriber paying in advance shall be entitled to 10 ballots.

Any person subscribing and agree to pay within six months shall be entitled to 5 ballots.

RESIDENCE IN BAYARD

George and Emma owned a beautiful home in Bayard. At one time the address was 740 Canton St. The house was located at the corner of Canton St. and Wisner Ave. Bayard has changed their street names and the address is now 138 7th St. (the corner of 1st Ave. and 7th St.).

Bayard Transcript - October 24, 1929

Mrs. C. H. Harpole entertained a few friends of her son, George, Wednesday evening the occasion being his 12th birthday anniversary. At 6 o'clock a delicious dinner was served. Covers were laid for twelve and Halloween suggestions were used in the decorations. The dinner was followed by a theatre party. The guests were Ralph Bristol, Lewis Ninegar, Everett Norgren, James Basset, Bill Heyl, Bobby Harms, Dorothy Hochstettler, Jerre Deines, Jacquelyn Leach, Wilma Nichols and Margaret Klemke.

Note From Bible of Emma Isabelle (DeVault) Harpole:

Emma I. Harpole died Tuesday evening at 7 P. M. Dec. 29, 1959, age - 85 yrs., 7mo. & 9 days.

Note From Address Book of Emma Isabelle (DeVault) Harpole:

Had heart attack Monday nite, June 2nd, went to hospital June 2nd.

Left hospital June 15th, went to Mrs. Cassells, came home on Thursday, June 19th.

Mrs. Keep helped me till I was able to wait on myself.

Tuesday, July 15, still not able to be up all day.

Went to McFarlands Rest Home Aug. 1st.

Went to hospital Aug. 10, 1959, stayed 2 weeks, came home, was in bed 6 weeks, went back to hospital, stayed 12 days, came home.

Went to hospital Aug. 9th for nose bleed and came home Aug. 11, 1959.

Bayard Transcript:

DeVault -- Harpole

Wednesday at about twelve o'clock at the M. E. parsonage occured the marriage of Mr. Chas. H. Harpole to Miss Emma DeVault.

The ceremony was preform by Rev. E. L. Torrence in the presence of a few friends.

This estimable couple have lived to long and played to important a part in Bayard's social and business world to need an introduction from us.

Immediately after the service the couple left for Denver where they will spend a few day before returning to take up their residence in Mr. Harpole's beautiful home.

The Transcript takes more than ordinary pleasure in wishing a happy and prosperous married life.

OBITUARY #1

C. H. HARPOLE PASSES AWAY EARLY TODAY

Funeral Services To Be Held At Federated Church On Sunday Afternoon

Charles Henry Harpole was born in Boonville, Indiana December 15, 1863. He passed away at his home in Bayard early Thursday morning December 11.

Mr. Harpole moved with his parents from Boonville, Indiana to Independence, Kansas at the age of 16 years, where they resided a short time, then moving to Southwestern Missouri where he remained with his parents until he was of age, helping his father develop a new farm. He came to Nebraska at the age of 26 years and has been a continual resident of this state since, having lived at Naponee, Holdrege, Ravenna, Alliance and Brideport prior to his coming to Bayard in 1900. Being one of the earliest residents of Bayard and having initiative and marked gift for getting things organized he set up in business and became an outstanding individual in the community and church life. His activities included leadership in the town board, school board, Red Cross, grand jury service, cemetery association in its initial plotting, and development through the years. From his early membership in the Methodist church in 1911 he served actively, until failing health, on the trustee board, where he remained as a senior member until his death.

He was a man of strong convictions and steadfast faith in the right, even when the right seemed unpopular. He was one of those pioneer men who was sturdy in character and stalwart and upright in his business dealings with his fellowmen. They knew where he stood and what he stood for.

For several years Mr. Harpole had been in failing health and the last year was spent more or less in bed. His good wife cared for him painstakingly and prolonged his life in peace and patience.

His father and mother had long since passed on. He had four brothers and four sisters all of whom have passed on save only Morris Harpole, a brother living in Opolis, Kansas. Mr. Charles Harpole had married Elnette Mingus in 1893, she having passed away in 1914. He was united in marriage to Miss Emma Devault in 1915 and she survives him with a son, George, living in Bayard. A foster son whom Mr. Harpole had taken at five years of age to raise, Montgomery Fullerton, also survives, besides other relatives and many friends.

His dying prayer was God's protection upon his family who survive.

The body will lie in state at the home Sunday morning from 10:00 a. m. until the service at the Federated church at 2:00 p. m. The body will not be reviewed at the church services.

OBITUARY #2

Relatives and friends at this place will regret to hear of the death of Charles Harpole, of Bayard, Nebraska, on December 11th, at his home in that city after an illness of some months. Mr. Harpole has visited with his wife, some years ago, with New Florence relatives, and was a very fine gentleman. Mrs. Harpole, before her marriage, was Miss Emma Davault, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Davault of this place and grew to young womanhood in New Florence. Funeral services were held at the Bayard Methodist Church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, burial at that place.

Obituary -- Warrenton Banner, Warrenton, Missouri; Thursday, May 9, 1957; Page 6 (Newspapers.com):

Juliet Pfaff, daughter of Medora and Abraham Davault, was born in Jonesburg June 12, 1870, where she spent most of her early life and where she grew up to young womanhood.

On June 12, 1895, she was united in marriage to Justus M. Pfaff of St. Louis and moved to St. Louis to make their home. To this union one son, Justus, was born on July 4, 1909. Mrs. Pfaff joined the Cabanne Methodist Church, then later the West Presbyterian Church where she was a member at the time of her death.

Mrs. Pfaff passed away Sunday in St. Louis at 2 p.m. May 5, after a lingering illness. Her parents, her sister, Anna Theresa Davault, and her husband, Justus Pfaff, have preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Justus, numbers of cousins, other kindred and friends. Her remains were brought to the Harding Funeral Home Sunday, and last rites were held in her honor Monday afternoon, May 6, with the Rev. Howard D. Hardeman, pastor of the Jonesburg Methodist Church officiating.

Her body was laid to rest beside other members of her family in the Jonesburg Cemetery. Mrs. Pfaff was a charter member of the Hardin Camp Chapter D.A.R. She was very musical and her home was always open to her relatives and friends. She was a devoted mother and was known to all for her unlimited generosity. Mrs. Pfaff was a niece of the late Mrs. Ward Ebert, Mrs. Blanche Purl, Miss Maude Jones and other sisters and brothers of the Jones family. --Contributed.

NEWSPAPER ARTICLE - Mapelwood, Mo. News - The St. Louis Republic, November 23, 1902, PART III, Page 7, Image 33; (Library of Congress, Chronicling America; Internet):

Mrs. Pfaff of Old Manchester road is entertaining her mother and sister, Mrs. Davault and Miss Davault of Jonesburg, Mo.