OBITUARY ARTHUR GRAPHIC NEWSPAPER 8/11/1910
John Franklin McDonald passed away at his home in Arthur, Wednesday,Aug. 10, 1910. Mr.McDonald was born near Bridgport,W.Va.,April 16, 1836 and was 74 years, 3 months and 24 days old at his death.
He was the son of James McDonald. In the spring of 1859, in company with his brother Leodias, he came to Jonathan Creek township, Moultrie Co, Ill, being then 23 years of age.
On Oct. 1865 he married Miss Sarah Elizabeth Powell, of near Sullivan.They chose as their home a farm 4 miles southwest of Arthur. Six children were born to them, Eva, (Mrs. B. F. Pedro, of S. D.)Maud(Mrs.B.E.Conklin, of Ia), John J.Victor,Dr.Charles M. and Frank R.of Arthur all of who were in constant attendance during his illness.The faithful wife and mother passed away Dec.14,1894.
Mr.McDonald was one of the rugged pioneers of this vicinity,seldom experiencing a day of sickness prior to his final illness. Blessed with health and vigor of intellect he was about to successfully conduct his ever increasing business. He commanded the confidence of his fellows. Personally,he was an example of strict integrity in all of his dealings. For a number of years he was a member of the Board of Supervisors.
He was a friend of the common schools and urged that competent well paid teachers should be employed. He wanted every child to have a chance to attend a good school. His own children were given the privilege of a liberal education and are all honor and member of their respective communities. The up righteness, integrity and activities of Mr.McDonald and his co peers have brought our fair county to its present splendid condition.
John Franklin McDonald passed away at his home in Arthur, Wednesday,Aug. 10, 1910. Mr.McDonald was born near Bridgport,W.Va.,April 16, 1836 and was 74 years, 3 months and 24 days old at his death.
He was the son of James McDonald. In the spring of 1859, in company with his brother Leodias, he came to Jonathan Creek township, Moultrie Co, Ill, being then 23 years of age.
On Oct. 1865 he married Miss Sarah Elizabeth Powell, of near Sullivan.They chose as their home a farm 4 miles southwest of Arthur. Six children were born to them, Eva, (Mrs. B. F. Pedro, of S. D.)Maud(Mrs.B.E.Conklin, of Ia), John J.Victor,Dr.Charles M. and Frank R.of Arthur all of who were in constant attendance during his illness.The faithful wife and mother passed away Dec.14,1894.
Mr.McDonald was one of the rugged pioneers of this vicinity,seldom experiencing a day of sickness prior to his final illness. Blessed with health and vigor of intellect he was about to successfully conduct his ever increasing business. He commanded the confidence of his fellows. Personally,he was an example of strict integrity in all of his dealings. For a number of years he was a member of the Board of Supervisors.
He was a friend of the common schools and urged that competent well paid teachers should be employed. He wanted every child to have a chance to attend a good school. His own children were given the privilege of a liberal education and are all honor and member of their respective communities. The up righteness, integrity and activities of Mr.McDonald and his co peers have brought our fair county to its present splendid condition.
OBITUARY ARTHUR GRAPHIC NEWSPAPER 8/11/1910
John Franklin McDonald passed away at his home in Arthur, Wednesday,Aug. 10, 1910. Mr.McDonald was born near Bridgport,W.Va.,April 16, 1836 and was 74 years, 3 months and 24 days old at his death.
He was the son of James McDonald. In the spring of 1859, in company with his brother Leodias, he came to Jonathan Creek township, Moultrie Co, Ill, being then 23 years of age.
On Oct. 1865 he married Miss Sarah Elizabeth Powell, of near Sullivan.They chose as their home a farm 4 miles southwest of Arthur. Six children were born to them, Eva, (Mrs. B. F. Pedro, of S. D.)Maud(Mrs.B.E.Conklin, of Ia), John J.Victor,Dr.Charles M. and Frank R.of Arthur all of who were in constant attendance during his illness.The faithful wife and mother passed away Dec.14,1894.
Mr.McDonald was one of the rugged pioneers of this vicinity,seldom experiencing a day of sickness prior to his final illness. Blessed with health and vigor of intellect he was about to successfully conduct his ever increasing business. He commanded the confidence of his fellows. Personally,he was an example of strict integrity in all of his dealings. For a number of years he was a member of the Board of Supervisors.
He was a friend of the common schools and urged that competent well paid teachers should be employed. He wanted every child to have a chance to attend a good school. His own children were given the privilege of a liberal education and are all honor and member of their respective communities. The up righteness, integrity and activities of Mr.McDonald and his co peers have brought our fair county to its present splendid condition.
John Franklin McDonald passed away at his home in Arthur, Wednesday,Aug. 10, 1910. Mr.McDonald was born near Bridgport,W.Va.,April 16, 1836 and was 74 years, 3 months and 24 days old at his death.
He was the son of James McDonald. In the spring of 1859, in company with his brother Leodias, he came to Jonathan Creek township, Moultrie Co, Ill, being then 23 years of age.
On Oct. 1865 he married Miss Sarah Elizabeth Powell, of near Sullivan.They chose as their home a farm 4 miles southwest of Arthur. Six children were born to them, Eva, (Mrs. B. F. Pedro, of S. D.)Maud(Mrs.B.E.Conklin, of Ia), John J.Victor,Dr.Charles M. and Frank R.of Arthur all of who were in constant attendance during his illness.The faithful wife and mother passed away Dec.14,1894.
Mr.McDonald was one of the rugged pioneers of this vicinity,seldom experiencing a day of sickness prior to his final illness. Blessed with health and vigor of intellect he was about to successfully conduct his ever increasing business. He commanded the confidence of his fellows. Personally,he was an example of strict integrity in all of his dealings. For a number of years he was a member of the Board of Supervisors.
He was a friend of the common schools and urged that competent well paid teachers should be employed. He wanted every child to have a chance to attend a good school. His own children were given the privilege of a liberal education and are all honor and member of their respective communities. The up righteness, integrity and activities of Mr.McDonald and his co peers have brought our fair county to its present splendid condition.
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