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KEMP Mexico Weekly Ledger Aug. 8, 1907
Mrs. Annie Ward Kemp
One of the oldest women in this county, meets death at noon Tuesay after a lingering illness. Funeral will be Wednesday morning from the house.
Mrs. Anna Ward Kemp aged ninety-three years, died at twelve thirty, Tuesday at her home in Southeast Mexico of old age. Mrs. Kemp was one of Audrain county's revered citizens and a host of friends besides her immediate family will mourn her death.
Mrs. Kemp was born in Kentucky Jan 10, 1815 and was married to John W. Kemp Aug. 10, 1840 of Callaway county. They moved to Audrain in 1869 and in 1883 Mr. Kemp died.
They were blessed with 10 children three of whom are dead. The living children are: W. R. Kemp, Mrs. Sallie Hook, C. A. Kemp, Jas. H. Kemp, M. H. Kemp, Mrs. Mary J. Canterbury and Mrs. Nancy M. Saunders. There are ten grand children and 2 great grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at nine o'clock from the residence of Rev. W. H. Hook. The remains will be interred in the Rock Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Kemp was a grand christian character and had been a member of the Christian Church for thiry-two years
KEMP M.H. KEMP, MEXICO RESIDENT FOR 60 YEARS, DIED MON.

Milton Hopson Kemp, 69 years old, died at 5 o'clock Monday afternoon at the Audrain Hospital. The cause of his death, according to the attending physician, was dropsy. He had been in ill health for the last three or four years, but had only been in the hospital for a week.
Mr. Kemp was born in Callaway County. He came to this county when a small boy with his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Kemp, and had lived here for over sixty years.
He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, having united with that denomination a short time ago. Mr. Kemp had a large number of friends in Mexico who will regret to know of his death.
He is survived by two brothers and two sisters, Ammon Kemp, of St. Louis; James Kemp of this city; Mrs. N.M. Saunders of Chicago, and Mrs. Mollie Canterbury of Mexico. He is also survived by the following nephews: John Hook of Lee Summit, Mo., Willard Kemp of St. Louis; Carl Saunders of Toronto, Canada; O.L. Canterbury of Ronco, Pa., and J.H. Canterbury of Mexico.
The funeral for Milton H. Kemp, who died Monday, was held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Christian church. The service was conducted by the Rev. Richard Gentry and Dr. A.A. Wallace. Burial was made in Elmwood cemetery.
The pallbearers were: J.D. McKee, Sam Wallace, Wallace Johnson, J.W. Burgess, J.B. Stewart and M.T. Vandegrift.

THE INTELLIGENCER Mexico, Mo., Thursday, October 21, 1920
Kendall
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From
Virginia W. Thomas
Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 23 Dec, 1886; Pg. 3, col. 1
Robert Kendall, aged 21, son of J. (S) E. Kendall, a leading farmer and stock raiser, near Rush Hill, died last Friday.  Robt. Kendall was a young man of unusual promise, and had a host of warm friends all over the county. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the public.

Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 23 Dec. 1886, Pg. 3, col. 7 Died, of consumption, at 6 o'clock Friday, at his father's, three miles north of town, Robert Kendall, a highly respected young man, aged 21.  The funeral took place Sunday at Littleby Church.  Mizpah.
From Virginia W. Thomas
KENDALL
Botts
Mexico Weekly Intelligencer, Thurs. 2 Feb. 1888, Page 5, col. 2
Obituary
Died, January 22 (28), 1888, at her fathers's home, Mrs. Ruth Botts, daughter of S. E. Kendall and wife.  Mrs. Botts had been very low for a long time, but for a few days before her death had shown symptoms of recovery; and the family and friends were rejoicing that she was getting well.  On last Thursday she was reported worse.  She continued to grow worse until
Saturday morning, at three o'clock, when she breathed her last, and the loving heart ceased to beat.  She was married last spring to Thomas Botts, Jr., one of Audrain's most prosperous young men.  He lived happily with his young and beautiful wife, only a few short months, when that dread monster, death, laid his cold and icy hand upon his loving bride, and now she is numbered with the dead; no, not dead, but transformed from mortality to immorality--from this world of sorrow, pain and death, to a land of joy and peace forever.  Mrs. Botts was one of the most consistent and conscientious Christians we ever knew, and we would say to the broken hearted husband, thefond and doting father, the kind and indulgent mother, the sorrowing brothers and sisters, weep not, for Ruth, the affectionate wife, the loving and dutiful daughter, the tender and sympathetic sister, you never more on earth will look upon that beatfiful form you loved so well, never more on earth will you hear that sweet, melodious voice singing praises to God.  But be ye ready when the Lord says come, and you shall see her as she is, never more to part from her.  Then Let us, Like sister Ruth, be ready so we can say, "come, welcome death, thou end of fear, I am ready to go." The remains were interred in the cemetery at Littleby Baptist Church, Sunday at one o'clock.  Rev. N. S. Johnston preached a very feeling and eloquent sermon. O. G.

Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 2 Feb, 1888; Pg. 3, col. 4 Mrs. Thomas Botts, whose illness has been noted in the Ledger, died at 3 o'clock a. m. Saturday at the home of her father, S. E. Kendall, near Rush Hill.  It was thought she was in a fair way to recovery when she suddenly grew worse.  The funeral will take place from Littleby Baptist Church tomorrow, services to be conducted by Rev. N. S. Johnston.  Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Lane left this afternoon for the residence of Mr. Kendall, Mrs. Lane
being a sister of deceased.  Mrs. Potts (Botts) was a highly respected and beloved lady and the Ledger extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
From Virginia Thomas
Kendall Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 2 Jan. 1890, Pg. 3, col. 6
Miss Ada Kendall, daughter of County Judge S. E. Kendall, died just as the
old year passed away.  She was a young lady of lovely character, 20 years of
age, and died of consumption; after a lingering illness.  She was satisfied
to leave this world and died with implicit faith in the future.  Funeral at
11a.m. Thursday.

Mexico Weekly Intelligencer, Thurs. 2 Jan. 1890, Pg. 5. col. 6
Miss Ada Kendall, daughter of Judge S. E. and Mrs. Martha J. Kendall died at
12 o'clock Tuesday night after a lingering illness.  She was an excellent
young lady and was loved by everybody.  Funeral services will be held at
Littleby Baptist Church at 11 o'clock today, conducted by Rev. N. S.
Johnston
From Virginia W. Thomas
KENDALL Mexico Weekly Intelligencer, Thurs., 3 Nov., 1892; pg. 1, cols 5 & 6
Nelson S. Kendall of Florida, Mo; was thrown from a wagon and killed last Wednesday, Oct. 27. He was drving down a steep hill when the harness broke, overturning the wagon and throwing Mr. Kendall under the mules' feet. He was horribly trampled on the face and breast, only living a short time after the accident. Mr. Kendall was born in St. Charles, Mo., the 6th of March, 1837. His parents dying in his early childhood he made his home with his uncle, James D. Summer, (Sumner?) of this county. He served four years in the Confederate army and at the close of the war he went to California, returning in 1866, and in August, 1868, he was married to Miss Sallie Hobbs of Florida, MO., who with her six children, three boys--James T., Joseph N., Willie T. -- and three girls--Mary, Bessie, and Anna--survive his loss. He leaves three brothers and two sisters, S. Edwin and William T. , of Rush Hill; James D. of Raymond, Ill.; Mrs, Kate Scott, of Rush Hill; and Mrs. Mary Humphrey, of Jacksonville, Ill. He was a good Christian man, loved and honored by all who knew him. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and was buried at South Fork church, Monroe county. O.K.L.

Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 3 Nov., 1892, pg. 3, col. 2
Nelson Kendall, brother of Judge Kendall, of this county, who was killed near Stoutsville, Monroe county, last week, was born on the 6th day of March, 1837, and served four years under Price in the Confederate army. He leaves a wife and six children. He fell from a load of wood, between his mules and was kicked to death, being horribly disfigured. He was a prominent citizen of Monroe country and highly respected by all who knew him.

Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 3 Nov., 1892, pg. 1, col. 6
Paris, MO., Oct. 27. --Nelson Kendall was thrown from a wagon this morning while hauling ties and died in a few hours.
KENDALL Mexico Ledger Thurs. 14 Jan. 1904, Pg. 1, col. 2
Mrs. W. T. Kendall Dead
Mrs. Anna Kendall, wife of Dr. W. T. Kendall, died in Fulton Thursday morning after an illness of two years.
Mrs. Kendall was born Anna McFadin in Audrain County about fifty years ago and has lived in Audrain county all of her life. She was married to Dr. Kendall in 1869 and two children survive her, Joseph and William Kendall; both of Oklahoma. Two brothers, R. L. Mcfadin, of this city, and Alex Mc Fadin, of Audrain county, also survive her.
The remains will be brought to this city Friday and interment will be made in the Littleby cemetery.

Mexico Intelligencer, Thurs 14 Jan 1904, Pg3. col. 3
Mrs. Annie Kendall was born Dec. 1, 1845 and was a daughter of James McFadin and wife of Audrain county who are deceased. She was married to Dr. W. T. Kendall in 1873. She was a member of the Christian chruch, having united with the church in 1865.
Mrs. Kendall died on Thursday, Jan. 7th., of paralysis, being 58 years, 1 month, and 7 days old, and was buried at Littleby church on Jan. 10 th., the funeral services being conducted by Rev. Johnson of Littleby church.
Mrs. Kendall leaves a husband, two children, two brothers and a sister, who were all present at the funeral services. The sons are Joseph Kendall of Dallas, Tex., and Dr. W. L. Kendall of Modill, I. T.
Mrs. Kendall was an earnest Christian woman of many fine traits of character, and leaves a wide circle of friends to mourn her loss. The Intelligencer extends sympathy to the family and friends.
KENDALL Mexico Intelligencer, Thurs 27 Oct 1904, Pg. 2, col. 1
Dr Kendall Fatally Burned.
Dr. W. T. Kendall, veterinary surgeon, who made his headquarters at the stable, had been cutting loose horses and was running from the barn when he was run over by a horse and before he could regain his feet and get away his clothing was all in flames. Rube McCord ran to his assistance, but by then the doctor was fatally burned. He was taken to J. H. Lanes' residence, where medical aid was summoned. It was pronounced by the physicians that there was no chance for recovery.

Mexico Intelligencer, Thurs 27 Oct 1904, Pg. 2, col. 1
Dr. Kendall Dead
Dr. W. T. Kendall died from the effects of his burns received in the fire, Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. His two sons were at his bedside.

Mexico Ledger, Thurs 27 Oct 1904, pg. 2, col 1
Dr. W. T. Kendall, who was fatally burned at Lee brothers' barn fire lost his life while trying to save the horses. Being a veterinary surgeon, Dr. Kendall was a great lover of dumb animals. The Ledger joins all of our people in extending sincerest sympathy to the bereaved family.

The Mexico Ledger is in favor of erecting a monument to the memory of Dr. W. T. Kendall, veterinary surgeon, who lost his life in the fire which destroyed Lee Bros' barn. Dr. Kendall died while trying to save the horses which were tied in the barn. There are heroes at firs as well as in war. The true American appreciates heroes none the less because they are not covered with the blood of their fellow man.

Died of His Injuries
Dr. William T. Kendall Horribly and Fatally Burned in Big Fire Sunday -- Died Monday afternoon.
Dr. William T. Kendall, whose love for dumb animals led to risks which resulted in fatal injuries, died at the home of John Lane at 2:35 Monday afternoon. His two sons, Joe M. Kendall, of Perry, and Dr. W. L. Kendall, of Medill, OK, were at the bedside when death came.
Dr Kendall, Sr., was fatally burned in the Lee Brothers Livery stable fire Sunday night while attempting to release horses from their stalls. While engaged in this work of mercy he was knocked down by a frenzied animal and laid in the fire for sometime, until he was carried out by some of the stable boys, who risked their lives to go to his rescue. His burns were all over the body and his suffering was great.
Deceased was born in Jersy county, Il, sixty-five years ago and has lived in Audrain County since 1859. He has lived in this city several years, moving here from the vicinity of Santa Fe. His wife died ove a year ago.
Funeral services over the remains of Dr. W. T. Kendall, who was fatally burned in the big fire Sunday night and who died twenty hours later, were conducted Tuesday. Short services were held from the home of J. H. Lane at 11:30 Tueaday morning by Rev. C. C. Selectman of the Me. E. church, South, and the body was taken to Littleby Church, northeast of this city, where service were held by Rev. N. S. Johnson. The body was laid to rest at the side of the deceased's late wife.
KENDALL Mexico Intelligencer Thurs 11 Aug 1910, Pg 3. col. 2 & 3
Samuel Edward (Edwin) Kendall
Half an hour after he had addressed several thousand persons who attended the annual reunion, home-coming and severty-first anniversary of the organization of Jersey county, at Jerseyville, Ill., Judge S. E. Kendall, of this city died Friday afternoon at that place. it is said that excitement superinduced by handshaking and speechmaking during the day was the cause of Judge Kendall's death.
Mr. Kendall was strolling about the town greeting the '39ers when he complained of illness. Friends assisted him to a nearby office where it was realized that he was sinking. He was hastily placed in a buggy to be taken to the home of a physician. Death occurred before the buggy arrived there.
An inquest was held and a verdict of death from natural causes was returned. The Masons of Jerseyville immediately took charge of Judge Kendall's body and arrangements were made for sending it to his home here.
Was Native Missourian.
Samuel Edward (Edwin) Kendall was born in St. Charles, Mo., June 8, 1834. He was the eldest son of Samuel Taylor Kendall and Catherine Sumner Kendall.
He was married to Miss Martha Cauthorn, June 7, 1857 and had lived in Audrain county since 1856. His parentd died when he was quite young and he was reared to manhood by his aunt, Mrs. Adaline Lurton, of Delhi, Ill. It was on account of his early life in Illinois that he went back there this week to attend the reunion of the old settlers and meet the friends of his boyhood days.
Judge Kendall, with a party of immigrants and gold-seekers, crossed the plains to the Pacific Coast in 1852. The trip was made in "prairie schooners" and required six-months time.
After spending several years in the West, Judge kendall returned to Missouri. He joined the Baptist church when a young man and was a charter member of the Littleby Baptist church and was the church clerk at that place for 23 years.
He served in the Confederate Army under Major Murray, of Price's command, and was in several important engagements.
Judge Kendall was one of the oldest Masons in this vicinity, having been a member of the order for forty-five years.
The title of Judge, by which he was generally known, was acquired through his service as Judge of the Eastern District of the County Court. He also served as Recorder of Deeds of Audrain county.
Besides his aged wife, Judge Kendall is survived by two sisters and one brother, James D. Kendall, of Wagoner, Ill., Mrs. Kate Scott, Wichita, Kan., Mrs. Mary Humphrey, Chicago, and the following children: Mrs. Oceola Lane, Mexico; Mrs. Julia Tucker, Frankford, Mo.; Joseph R. Kendall, Hedley, Texas; Samuel F. Kendall, Maryville, Calif.; Oliver R. Kendall, Mexico; Verner E. Kendall, Durant, Okla.; Ford Kendall, Wooldridge, Mo; and Clayton Kendall of Vandalia. He also is survived by three grandchildren: Forest Lane Kendall, George Edwin Kendall and Madge Tucker.

Mexico Intelligencer Thurs 11 Aug 1910, Pg 3. col. 2 & 3
The funeral of Judge S. E. Kendall was conducted Sunday afternoon from the Baptist Church in this city. The Rev. H. B. Rice; of Laddonia, formerly pastor of the Littleby Baptist church, assisted by the Rev. Patrick of Bowling Green, officiated.
The pall bearers were J. A. Guthrie, C. A. Witherspoon, W. H. Morris, W. W. Botts, J. H. Minor, and S. P. Emmons.
A large number of friends attended the funeral and many persons from out of town wer here. The body was buried in the Littleby Baptist church yard.

Mexico Ledger Thurs 11 Aug 1910 Pg. 1, col. 9
Attend the funeral of Judge Kendall
The following who attended the funeral of Judge S. E. Kendall have returned to their respective homes: Ford Kendall and family, Wooldridge, Mo.; Joe Kendall, Hedley Txas; Harry Kendall, Litchfield, Ill; Mrs. Bettie Carr and W. L. Wright, of St. Louis; E. L. Tucker, Frankford, Mo.; Ed. L. Cross, Jerseyville, Ill.
Kendall Mexico Weekly Ledger, Thurs. 23 May, 1929; Pg. 7, col. 4
Samuel S(F). Kendall of San Antonio, Texas, a brother of Mrs. J. H. Lane, of this city, died suddenly in that city Saturday according to a telegram received by Mrs. Lane.  No other particulars were sent her.
Mr. Kendall was born in this county February 21st, 1871 and was a son of the late J? Kendall.  He was 53 years old and had been managing a large paint shop.  He was preparing to leave for California, at the time of his death.
He had been a rancher in that state.  He was unmarried.
Mr. Kendall left Mexico about 18 years ago.  He was a fine man and had many friends here who will regret to learn of his death.
The Ledger joins in extending deepest sympathy to the bereaved.

Mexico Weekly Intelligencer, Thurs. 23 May, 1929; Pg. 2, col. 6
Samuel F. Kendall Dies Suddenly in San Antonio, Texas
Samuel F. Kendall, formerly of this city, died suddenly May 18 in San Antonio, Texas according to word received here Saturday May 18 by his sister, Mrs. John H. Lane.  He was 58 (53)  years old at the time of his
death.
Mr. Kendall's home had been for a number of years in Maryville, California where he had a fruit ranch, but about a year ago he went to San Antonio, Texas for his health and to visit his brothers in that city.  For the past
year he had remained there and was thought to be in much better health and was preparing to return to his home in California at the time of his sudden death.
Mr. Kendall was born February 20, 1871, about 14 miles north east of Mexico near Worcester, the son of Judge and Mrs. S. E. Kendall of Audrain County and Mexico.  He remained for most of his life in Missouri farming in the
same region in which he was born.
He left here about 18 years ago when he went to Maryville, California where he had a fruit ranch.
Mr. Kendall was not married.  He is survived by the following brothers and sisters:  Mrs. John H. Lane of Mexico, Mrs. E. L. Tucker of Los Angeles, Joseph R. Kendall and Oliver R. Kendall both of San Antonio, Texas; and V.
E. Kendall, Okmulgee Oklahoma; Clayton A. Kendall, Durant, Olkahoma; Ford F. Kendall, Booneville, Missouri.
Burial will take place in San Antonio, Texas.