Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 1

O'Donohoe - Richardson

One of the prettiest weddings ever performed in Electra took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
A.N. Richardson, June 29, when the beautiful and accomplished daughter, Miss Norma A.
Richardson was given in marriage to Mr. Joseph O'Donohoe, one of Electra's popular and
progressive young men. The ceremony was most impressive, being performed by the Rev. T.E.
Cannon, of the First M.E. Church. The wedding march was played by Miss Julia Struvie of Taylor,
Texas and Miss Lena Struvie rendered a beautiful vocal solo, "Oh Promise Me." The bride
centered upon the arm of her father and the groom was assisted by his brother, John, who was
his best man. Pink and white streamers were hung from all sides of the room, forming a canopy
under which the happy couple stood while the ceremony was being performed. The bride made a
most beautiful appearance, being dressed in Brussels net over white satin, a filmy white veil
and lovely Cream La Frances roses. The beautiful costume and flush on the cheeks of the bride
made a dazzling picture of beauty. The groom made a handsome appearance. His upright bearing
and firm answers made a fine impression.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 5

A marriage license was issued in the office of County Clerk Reid today to Rube Salmon and Miss
Ida Field, both of the Holliday community.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 6

A marriage license was issued this afternoon to C.H. Blount and Miss Lizzie Reed, both of this
city.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 11

Thought License Was All That Was Necessary

When Pete Pappas, a Greek restaurant man secured a license several weeks ago to marry Miss Lela
M. King he believed that was the only act necessary to legalize a marriage. The bride to be
different know any different and it was only this morning that they were told that there were
other proceedings necessary to make them man and wife. The couple at once repaired to the court
house where Justice Brothers completed the necessary formalities.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 13

Shortly after the divorce suit of Lena Sparks vs. Stephen Sparks was given to the jury
yesterday evening, an agreement was reached and the case was withdrawn from the jury. Under the
agreement, Mrs. Sparks was given a divorce and half of the real estate involved in the
controversy. She was also given the custody of the one child a little girl.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > July > 31

A marriage license was issued in the office of the county clerk to Charles F. Johnson of Gause,
Texas and Miss Lillian Hill of Iowa Park.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 2

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER IN DOUBLE WEDDING

A mother and daughter were brides in a double wedding in Wichita Falls Tuesday night. They were
Mrs. Annie Schmidt and Miss Lena Schmidt. Mrs. Schmidt was married to J.T. Richards and her
daughter to James A. King. Rev. C.F. Mayer, pastor of the First Church of the Evangelical
Association performed both ceremonies which took place at the home of both of the brides at 208
Elm street. Nearly a hundred relatives and friends witnessed the ceremonies, followed which
refreshments were served.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 4

Miss Martha E. Shultz was united in marriage this week to Ulrich Forcher at the home of Mr.
Forcher's parents, Rev. C. Bunse pastor of the Bowman church officiating.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 12

Hightower - Gordon Nuptials

The quiet but impressive wedding of Oscar Hightower, the pianist and teacher of Sagamore Hill
on interurban, Fort Worth and Miss Bertha Estelle Gordon, who has been living here a short
while with her uncle S.A. Youngblood, was solemnized Friday evening at 502 Travis avenue, Rev.
J.P. Boone, pastor of the First Baptist Church officiating. Mr. Hightower is well known to
music circles in Fort Worth and Dallas. His composition both vocal and instrumental, have
received favorable criticism from eminent musicians of this country. The bride also possesses
great musical talent and is a pianist of unusual ability. Mr. Hightower intends to remain here
and open a studio. Mr. and Mrs. Hightower are at home at the Westland Hotel.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 17

REV. O.T. COOPER RETURNS WITH BRIDE

Rev. O.T. Cooper, pastor of the M.E. Church, South, accompanied by his bride, arrived this
afternoon from Cleburne, where the marriage took place yesterday morning. They are now at home
at the parsonage on Tenth street. The bride was formerly Miss Jennie Hill Cyrus, a daughter of
Capt. C.V. Cyrus, a prominent citizen of that place. The ceremony was pronounced at 9:30
o'clock the Revs. C.R. Barcus and W.H. Mathews officiating.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 21

Marriage licenses were issued today to Haney Gracey and Mildred Haney both of Crowell and to
C.L. Owens and Mrs. M.L. Voight of this city. A license was issued Saturday to Howard
Williamson and Miss Alpha Wheat.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 22

Wheat - Williamson Nuptials

Miss Altha Wheat, daughter of W.H. Wheat who is superintending the construction of the federal
building at this place, was married last evening at 8 o'clock at the family home, 907 Travis
street, to Mr. Howard Williamson of Ohio, Rev. O.T. Cooper pastor of the M.E. Church, South,
officiating. Only the relatives and a few intimate friends witnessed the happy event, the
wedding being a very quiet one. The happy couple have not decided whether they will return to
the Ohio home of the groom, or remain in this city, but are more inclined to make their home in
Wichita Falls.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 28

Nicholson - Yeager Nuptials

In the presence of a large assemblage of relatives and friends Miss Fredda Nicholson and
Ambrose Yeager were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.B.
Nicholson near the at about ? o'clock Sunday afternoon. Following which luncheon was served.
Mr. and Mrs. Yeager are now at home at 1702 Burnett, where the groom has purchased an
attractive residence.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > August > 31

Miss Gussie Browder of this city and Mr. R.F. Chapman of New Hope, Texas, were married last
evening at 9:30 at the bride's home, 810 Ninth street, Rev. O.T. Cooper officiating. The happy
couple left on the night train for Austin where they will spend a few days and will then take
up their residence at New Hope, where Mr. Chapman is engaged in the drug business.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 4

ELECTRA COUPLE WED HERE SUNDAY

Miss Blanche Ferguson, of Electra, Texas and Will W. Brown, cashier of the First National Bank
of the same place were married Sunday in the private apartments of the groom's parents at the
Westland Hotel. The ceremony was most beautiful and impressive, Rev. Cooper of the First M.E.
Church, South, officiating. Owing to the illness of the father of the groom, the wedding was
very quiet and will come as a surprise to the many friends of the contracting parties as the
wedding was not announced in advance. The bridal party, consisting of a few relatives, partook
of a sumptuous spread at the Westland, after which the happy couple left on the Denver going
east.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 11

The marriage of Miss Marzie Carter to Mr. C.E. Reid took place at the home of the bride's
parents at 308 Burnett street at 7:30 o'clock Sunday evening, Rev. Wharton, pastor of the First
M.E. Church officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Reid will make their home with the bride's parents.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 16

Jesse Dolman and Miss Lucy Barwise were united in marriage last night at 8:30 at the home of
Judge and Mrs. A.H. Carrigan. The ceremony was performed by Dr. McKee of the First Presbyterian
Church. The young people are among the best known of the ____ society folk of the city and are
held in the highest esteem by all. They will go immediately to house keeping in a pleasant home
on Tenth and in their new life will go the best wishes of a large number of friends.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 16

Marriage licenses were issued to the following couples: J. George Miller and Mrs. Laura
Deatherage of Nocona, H.M. Simpson and Miss Alva Thomas of Holliday, and T.B. Carrington and
Mamie Luthrell of Charlie.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 19

FONTAINE MARRIED IN LOS ANGELES

General Freight and Passenger Agent of Wichita Falls Route Surprises Friends Here

El Paso and Los Angeles papers just received here contain accounts of the marriage of C.L.
Fontaine, general freight and passenger agent of the Wichita Falls Route to Mrs. Susie Cherry
Campbell, at Los Angeles Sept. 14. Mr. Fontaine and his bride are expected to arrive in Wichita
Falls next Monday. The following announcement of the marriage is taken from an El Paso paper.
Of interest to a large number of El Pasoans will be the news received by Mrs. R.F. Campbell
announcing the marriage of her daughter in law, Mrs. Susie Cherry Campbell to C.L. Fontaine on
Thursday, September 14 in Los Angeles, Cal. The bride who was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Daniel Cherry, grew to womanhood in this city and received her education in the El Paso
schools. She was one of El Paso's most attractive and most popular women, was well known in
social circles and has here a host of friends. Mr. Fontaine at one time resided in El Paso, but
most recently had resided in Galveston and Wichita Falls, Texas. He is largely identified with
the rail road interests of Texas, being the general freight and passenger for the Wichita Falls
and Southern railroad. Mr. and Mrs. Fontaine have gone to Denver on their bridal tour after
which they will be at home in Wichita Falls.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 21

Iowa Park

Mr. Urb Farmer and Miss May Williams, of this place surprised their friends by being quietly
married Saturday night at the home of Rev. C.C. Davis.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 23

Marriage Licenses were issued today to A.L. Proctor of Amarillo and Miss Nellie H. Hodges of
Bellevue and Aubrey Pratt and Miss Jeanette Travis.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 27

A marriage license was issued late yesterday to S.C. Talley and Miss Eunice Blanchard of this
city. Miss Blanchard was only sixteen years of age. A marriage license has also been issued to
George D. Wheat of Whitehorse, Oklahoma and Miss Zora Herndon of this city.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 29

Allendale Happenings

Mr. George C. Wheat of White Horse, Okla. Came to Allendale last Saturday. Mr. Wheat came
merely to visit. However, he was quietly married at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Pearl
Ludolphus to Miss Zora Herndon. The bride is a charming young lady and loved by all who know
her. The happy couple will make their home in Oklahoma. Their many friends wish them much
happiness in their new home.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 29

A marriage license was issued today to Alvin Farmer and Miss Sallie Hughes of Vashti, Okla.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 30

Bachman - Rankin

The large home of W.H. Bachman was filled with friends and relatives on last Monday evening,
Sept. 25th, when Miss Ida Bachman, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Bachman was given
in marriage to Alvin Rankin of Durant, Okla. At 8:30 as Miss Lillian Bachman played softly
Mendelson's Wedding March, the bride came down the stairs accompanied by her maid of honor Miss
Imogene Brown. At the foot of the stair she was met by the groom and his best man, Mr. Will
Bachman. Taking their places beneath a beautiful floral arch, the Rev. Cooper made them man and
wife. At the conclusion of the ceremony a reception was held. Miss Lillian Bachman and Miss
Wheeler both becomingly gowned in white, served punch. While in the dining room which was
beautiful in its decoration of pink and white roses and ferns here and there and tiny cupids,
held count, while Mrs. Bachman assisted by Mrs. W.W. Brown and others served cream and cake.
The bride was charming in her gown of white duchess satin, pearl trimmings, with white veil,
held in place with tiny white rose buds. Miss Imogene Brown, her maid of honor, being gowned
in white marquisette over blue taffeta. After a short wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Rankin will be
at home to their friends in Durant, Okla.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > September > 30

Marriage licenses were issued today to the following: Frank Turner? to Emma Strawn of Electra,
Texas.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 2

Marriage licenses have been issued to the following since last Saturday. Thos B. Shaffer of Elk
City, Okla. To Miss Lena B. Sout of Elk City, Okla, C.C. Enoches of Byers to Miss Emma Brochman
of Gainesville, George Richard Smith of Electra to Miss Finny Bell Cloyton of Iowa Park.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 2

Miss Wayne Ischar and Grady Cabmers both of this city were married by Rev. Johnson at his home
in Iowa Park, yesterday afternoon. The happy couple have returned to this city where they will
make their home. Mr. Cabmers is chef at the Union Station restaurant.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 3

Rucks Rigsby Nuptials

Much surprise was manifested on the streets today by friends of the pair, when it was learned
that the marriage of Oscar Rigsby to Mrs. S.C. Rucks, took place last night at eight o'clock at
the home of the groom's parents, corner of Fifteenth and Travis streets. The groom is twenty
five and the bride is fifty. But few witnesses were present at the ceremony and an effort was
made to keep the affair secret, but in spite of all endeavors, the news leaked out and upon
investigation was confirmed by witnesses. The groom is a promising young man of this city and
has been employed for the last year or more as the manager of the Ruck's Hotel on Seventh
street. The bride only last Thursday returned from a trip to Massachusetts, where she had been
visiting friends and relatives for a long while. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.P. Boone
and only immediate friends of the family were admitted as witnesses. The newly wedded couple
will make their home at the Ruck's Hotel on Eighth street.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 21

Lysaght Weddings

This invitation will be of interest to Wichitans as all parties mentioned are well known and
liked here:

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hart Lysaght invite you to be present at the marriage of their daughters

Frances Blair To Mr. William H. Frances

Margaret Alice To Mr. Montague W. Saniforth On Wednesday evening, October Twenty Fifth One
Thousand Nine Hundred and Eleven At 7:00 o'clock, Broadway Baptist Church in the city of Fort
Worth

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 21

A marriage license was issued this afternoon to Clifford S. Monson and Miss Rosa Lee Glidewell.
Both are from Duval, Oklahoma. The bride to be is only 15 years old. Later - the couple were
married at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. O.T. Cooper.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 23

THE MISSES LYSAGHT ILL WITH DIPTHERIA

Double Wedding At Fort Worth of Young People Well Known Here Indefinitely Postponed

The double wedding of Miss Frances Blair Lysaght to William A. Francis and Miss Margaret
Lysaght to Montague Staniforth for which invitations had been issued for next Wednesday has
been indefinitely postponed on account of the illness of both the brides to be with diphtheria.



ELLIS ROBERTSON WEDS MISS SUNSHINE HOUSER

The friends of the bride and groom in this city were taken by surprise Tuesday upon learning of
the marriage of Ellis Robertson of this city to Miss Eltheyn Houser Keller of Dallas, the
ceremony taking place in that city Sunday evening. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M.M.
Davis of the Christian Church of Dallas, at the home of the bride's adoptive parents, Mr. and
Mrs. J.F. Keller, 4221 San Jacinto street, Dallas, Texas. But few friends who witnessed the
wedding and the affair as in the nature of a secret surprise planned by the young couple. Mr.
and Mrs. Ellis Robertson are now at home 906 Scott avenue in this city, the home of the groom's
parents. The bride formerly resided here where her many graces won her many friends. The groom
is a son of W.W. Robertson of the Wichita Ice Company and is a young businessman who has a most
promising future.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > October > 28

A marriage license was issued late this afternoon to T.M. Hoxle assistant cashier of the First
National Bank at Electra and an oil magnate of that town and Miss Ann Kennedy of that city. The
couple will be married in the parlors of the Westland at five o'clock this afternoon Rev.
Cooper officiating.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > November > 13

Mrs. Myrtle Montgomery has filed suit for divorce from J.J. Montgomery. She also asks for an
injunction restraining the defendant from selling ?? property until the suite is decided and
also for an allowance of ? a month for the support of her son and ? pending the trial of the ?
The complaint alleges that the defendant is a man of violent temper.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > November > 15

Orth - Terry Nuptials

Miss Lucretia Orth, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. R.T. Orth was united in marriage at 1
o'clock this afternoon to Mr. B.F. Terry of Dallas, Texas. The ceremony took place at the home
of the bride's parents on Tenth street and was witnessed by a number of friends. The couple
left following the ceremony for Dallas where they will make their home, Mr. Terry being the
manager of the Oriental Oil Company there. The marriage is the happy culmination of a
friendship that began several years ago when the groom was manager of the same oil company
here. The happy couple were recipients of many handsome presents.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > November > 15

Hebing - Gerdeman Nuptials

The marriage of Mr. Albert Gerdeman and Miss Grace Hebing occurred at the home of the bride's
parents Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Hebing, Twelfth street at high noon. The ceremony was performed Rev.
Hamlin in a few of the most intimate friends and relatives. The young couple are both well
known in society circles especially in the Christian Church and have a large number of warm
friends who extend to them the best of wishes for a long and happy life. The bride is a
charming young lady who has made her home here for several years. The groom is a machinist by
trade and is a fine young man. He has been a resident of the city a year ago and in that time
has built up a warm friendship with all who knows him.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > November > 18

Marriage licenses were issued this afternoon to Oliver Walls and Miss Lizzie Jackson of this
city and Lester Johnson of Petrolia and Miss Ola Curlee of this city.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > November > 25

Marriage licenses were issued today to C.A. Harris and Miss Daisy Pierce of this city and C.B.
Barnett and Miss Beulah Penrode of Charlie.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 1

Mr. G.M. Rothrock and Miss Pearl Van Dusen were united in marriage Wednesday evening at the
Christian Church parsonage by Rev. R.R. Hamlin. Mr. Rothrock is an employee of the North Texas
Gas Company where he holds a responsible position and his bride has been employed in the dress
making department at the McClurkan store and both have a host of friends who are showering them
with congratulations. They will make their home at 808 Austin avenue.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 1

Marriage licenses were issued to Verna Holcombe of Petrolia and Miss Ruby English of
Gainesville this morning. Judge C. B. Felder performed the ceremony uniting the couple.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 2

Marriage licenses have been issued as follows: Richard Ellis, Charlie, Texas to Miss Rachel
Oleston, Charlie, Texas. Frank Isaacs, Charlie, Texas to Miss Beatrice Horton, Charlie, Texas.
Hardin Williams, Dundee, Texas to Miss Maggie Garrett, Dundee, Texas. Mr. Hardin Williams is
the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Williams of this city. The ceremony will take place at Dundee.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 4

The following marriage licenses were issued today: M.L. Dale to Miss Myrtle Hughes. Guy
Burnett, Wichita Falls to Miss Mattie Clements of Mineral Wells. A license was issued Sunday to
Geo. Huesen and Daisy Oats.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 5

Hughes - Dale

Miss Myrtle Hughes, a popular young lady of this city, was united in marriage to Mr. M.L. Dale,
formerly of this city, where for some time he was employed in the Times composing room, at 11
o'clock Monday morning. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. E.A.
Hughes, 1314 Ninth St. and was performed by Rev. J.P. Boone. Only the immediate relatives of
the contracting families witnessed the ceremony. The happy couple left Monday afternoon for
Childress where the groom is employed with the Childress Post and where they will make their
family home. Members of the crew here wish to extend their heartiest congratulations to Luther
and wish the couple great happiness.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 8

A marriage license was issued this morning to W. Presley Kelley of Electra and Miss Pearl Craig
also of Electra. This is the first license to wed which has been issued by the county clerk in
four days time.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 17

Marriage license issued yesterday to Elra Morgan of Wichita Falls and Miss Cora White of
Wichita Falls.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 24

Marriage Licenses Issued

List of marriage licenses issued including December 19, 1911:

Herbert Johnson of Electra to Miss Sarah Davis of Electra Oscar S. Wilson of Devol. Okla. to
Miss Mollie Stonecipher of Wichita Falls. Isam F. Collier of Montague, Texas to Miss Elsie
Gilham Montague, Texas. C.E. Young Electra, Texas to Miss Delia Malone Electra, Texas.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 26

Marriage Licenses Issued Today

R.E. Souther, Fort Worth to Miss Jessie Bell, this city. A.G. Varenhorst, Frederick to Mrs.
Arlie Cunningham, Grandfield. Henry Goodwin, Burkburnett to Miss Hannah Green Burkburnett. E.T.
Thompson, city to Miss Helen Keller, city.

Wichita Daily Times (Wichita Falls, Texas) > 1911 > December > 26

Turnpaugh - Miller

At the home of the bride's mother, 404 Burnett street at 6 o'clock on the evening of Christmas
Day, Miss Margaret Miller was united in marriage to W.S. Turnpaugh. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. J.P. Boone and was witnessed by the bride's mother and sisters and a few friends. Mr.
Turnpaugh is an electrician employed with the Falls Electric Company and at the new Lydia
Margaret Theatre. The bride has been employed at the telephone exchange. Both of them have many
friends who wish them great happiness.