Martin's parents were:
Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Ann Brachall, b. Dec. 1, 1836 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
*Note: According to U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Application, 1889-1970, Martin's middle name was spelled Brechal. -However, he was probably named after his paternal grandfather, whose last name was spelled 'Brachall' (Find A Grave memorial #52115217).
All Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896 results for Martin Bailey, b. 1857
Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896
American Revolution service men with lines of descent traced to Illinois, page 73.
461. 8361.
MARTIN BRECHAL BAILEY, lawyer, Danville, IL.
Born, Indianola, IL., Jan. 23, 1858; admitted Dec. 1895:
Joseph Bailey married Sarah Brechal.
Martin Brechal married Elizabeth Smith.
Martin Brechal married Catharine Cunfar.
MARTIN BRECHAL. Born in Prussia; died in West Penn, Pa., February 13, 1831. He enlisted near Allentown, Pa., in April, 1777, in Capt. Anthony Seeling's company in Col. Hazen's "Congress" regiment for three years. At the expiration of his term of service e again enlisted at Wyoming, Pa., in the same company and regiment for the rest of the war. He was in the battles of Brandywine, Monmouth, Newtown, Short Hills and Yorktown.
Reference: Recs. of Pension Bureau, Washington, D. C.
According to the U.S., Selected Quaker Yearbooksand Alumni Directories (specifically, the Earlham College Bulletin, Richmond, IN. - Who's Who Among Earlhamites, 1922):
Martin B. Bailey: '76-77; Teacher 4 years; Connected with U.S. Treasury and Pension Bureau.; Mayor of Danville 4 years; Member Illinois Legislature 26 years; Danville, IL.
Martin Brachall Bailey was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent.
Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School.
He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894, 1896 and 1898, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution.
Martin was the third of four children born to Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Bailey, b. Dec. 1, 1833 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
In May 4, 1853 Joseph Bailey married Miss Sarah Ann Brachall, born Dec. 4, 1833 in Vermilion Co. (Marr. rec. - Vol. A, p. 195).
Joseph and Sarah Bailey's children were:
1) Edward Everett, b. 1853, d. in Danville, 1893. The eldest of the four children. He served as United States Consul at Ensenada, Mexico from 1902-1909. He died in 1913.
2) Sarah Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Bailey, born June 2, 1855 in Indianola, Vermilion, IL., was the wife of Jesse C. Moore, who for several years was connected with Rand, McNally & Company of Chicago. He was then Indian agent of Parker, Arizona. but continued to make his home in Danville and with them Sarah's father, Joseph was living. Jun. 2, 1855
'Lizzie died Jul. 27, 1922 in Danville, Vermilion County, IL.
3) Martin Brachall Bailey., a prominent citizen, born at Indianola, Illinois, January 22, 1857. He married Lucie Payne of Rock Island and had three children. He was a leading attorney and the mayor of Danville, as well as state senator (Republican)from his district. Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School. He was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent. He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894 and 1896, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution. Martin died July 27,1934 and is buried in Springhill Cemetery.
4) Josephine, born August 31, 1875 in Georgetown, Vermilion county, IL., went to reside in Boston. Aug. 31, 1875. She d. Oct. 30 1950 in Los Angeles county, CA.
In the 1870 U.S. census, 13 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
50 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
36 yr. old mother, Sarah Bailey, b. in IL.
16 yr. old brother, Everett Bailey, a farm laborer, b. in IL.
15 yr. old sister, Lizzie Bailey, b. in IL.
According to the June 3, 1880 U.S. census, 23 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, an unmarried schoolteacher, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
59 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
46 yr. old mother, Sarah A. Bailey, b. in IL.
26 yr. old brother, Edward E. Bailey, working on the Railroad, b. in IL.
24 yr. old sister, Sarah E. Bailey, a music teacher, b. in IL.
4 yr. old sister, Josie A. Bailey, b. in IL.
Joseph's parents were both b. in MA. Sarah's parents were both b. in PA.
Interestingly, 23 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., is also listed in the June 10, 1880 U.S. census, working as a clerk in Kokomo, Summit county, CO.
Martin Brachall Bailey married Lucy Payne of Rock Island in 1898/1899 and had three children:
1. Joseph Cannon Bailey, b. Dec. 5, 1899 in Danville, Vermilion, IL. and d. Feb. 23, 1890 in Concord, MA.
*Note: According to his U.S. passport application, Joe's father, Martin B. Bailey was born in Georgetown, IL.
2. Helen P. Bailey
3. Martin Bailey, b. Jun. 2, 1909 in Garland, Edgar county, IL. and d. Oct. 1974 in Danville, Vermilion, IL.
In the 1900 U.S. census, 41 yr. old M. B. (Martin Brachall) Baily, an attorney, b. Jan. 1859 in IL., was living at 303 No. Oak St. in Danville Ward 5, Vermilion, IL. with his
20 yr. old wife, Lucy Baily, b. Sep. 1879 in IL.
5 mth. old son, Joseph Baily, b. Dec. 1899 in IL.
80 yr. old father, Joseph Baily, a retired farmer, b. Aug. 1819 in MA.
24 yr. old servant, Effie Brewer, b. Feb. 1876 in IL.
Martin and Lucy had been married for one year. Lucy was the mother of one child, still alive by this census.
Martin's mother was b. in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
In the Apr. 22, 1910 U.S. census, 50 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his
30 yr. old wife, Lucy N. Bailey, b. in IL.
10 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
5 yr. old daughter, Helen W Bailey, b. in IL.
10 mth. old son, Martin B Bailey Jr., b. in IL.
24 yr. old house servant, Anna Magnus, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
This was a first marriage for Martin and Lucy. Lucy was the mother of three children, all still alive by this census.
By the 1920 U.S. census, 61 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, a lawyer, b. in IL., was widowed and living at 303 Oak St. in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his three children
20 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
15 yr. old daughter, Helen P. Bailey, b. in IL.
11 yr. old son, Martin Bailey, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 70 yr. old widower, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), a lawyer, b. in IL., was living at 303 Oak St. in Danville, Vermilion, IL. with his
21 yr. old son, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), no occupation, b. in IL.
Martin Sr.'s father was b. in NH. and his mother in IL.
Martin Jr.'s parents were both b. in IL.
The Scranton Times (Scranton, PA.), P. 2, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Item from: DEATHS OF THE DAY
Danville, Ill., Jul. 28 - Martin Brachall Bailey, state representative for three terms and state senator for eight terms, died of pernicious anemia at a local hospital last night. He was seventy-seven years old.
Streator Daily Times-Press (Streater, IL.), P. 1, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Martin B. Bailey Claimed By Death
DANVILLE, Ill., July 23 - A long siege of poor health ended with the death of Martin B. Bailey, 77, a republican who served a term as state senator from the 22nd district between 1900 and 1932. Bailey had taught school, farmed and worked in a silver mine before taking up a political career.
St. Louis Daily Globe-Democrat (St. Louis, MO.), P. 5, Col. 5
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
M. B. BAILEY, 77, FORMER ILLINOIS SENATOR, DIES
DANVILLE, ILL., July 27. -Martin B.Bailey, 77, Republican, who served seven terms as State Senator from the Twenty-second District between 1900 and 1932, died here today.
He retired in 1932 and had been in poor health for some time. Bailey taught school, farmed and for a time worked in the Colorado silver mines before taking up a political career.
He also spent four years in service with the War Department and in the Treasury and practiced law here. Bailey is survived by three children.
Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Ann Brachall, b. Dec. 1, 1836 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
*Note: According to U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Application, 1889-1970, Martin's middle name was spelled Brechal. -However, he was probably named after his paternal grandfather, whose last name was spelled 'Brachall' (Find A Grave memorial #52115217).
All Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896 results for Martin Bailey, b. 1857
Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896
American Revolution service men with lines of descent traced to Illinois, page 73.
461. 8361.
MARTIN BRECHAL BAILEY, lawyer, Danville, IL.
Born, Indianola, IL., Jan. 23, 1858; admitted Dec. 1895:
Joseph Bailey married Sarah Brechal.
Martin Brechal married Elizabeth Smith.
Martin Brechal married Catharine Cunfar.
MARTIN BRECHAL. Born in Prussia; died in West Penn, Pa., February 13, 1831. He enlisted near Allentown, Pa., in April, 1777, in Capt. Anthony Seeling's company in Col. Hazen's "Congress" regiment for three years. At the expiration of his term of service e again enlisted at Wyoming, Pa., in the same company and regiment for the rest of the war. He was in the battles of Brandywine, Monmouth, Newtown, Short Hills and Yorktown.
Reference: Recs. of Pension Bureau, Washington, D. C.
According to the U.S., Selected Quaker Yearbooksand Alumni Directories (specifically, the Earlham College Bulletin, Richmond, IN. - Who's Who Among Earlhamites, 1922):
Martin B. Bailey: '76-77; Teacher 4 years; Connected with U.S. Treasury and Pension Bureau.; Mayor of Danville 4 years; Member Illinois Legislature 26 years; Danville, IL.
Martin Brachall Bailey was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent.
Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School.
He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894, 1896 and 1898, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution.
Martin was the third of four children born to Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Bailey, b. Dec. 1, 1833 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
In May 4, 1853 Joseph Bailey married Miss Sarah Ann Brachall, born Dec. 4, 1833 in Vermilion Co. (Marr. rec. - Vol. A, p. 195).
Joseph and Sarah Bailey's children were:
1) Edward Everett, b. 1853, d. in Danville, 1893. The eldest of the four children. He served as United States Consul at Ensenada, Mexico from 1902-1909. He died in 1913.
2) Sarah Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Bailey, born June 2, 1855 in Indianola, Vermilion, IL., was the wife of Jesse C. Moore, who for several years was connected with Rand, McNally & Company of Chicago. He was then Indian agent of Parker, Arizona. but continued to make his home in Danville and with them Sarah's father, Joseph was living. Jun. 2, 1855
'Lizzie died Jul. 27, 1922 in Danville, Vermilion County, IL.
3) Martin Brachall Bailey., a prominent citizen, born at Indianola, Illinois, January 22, 1857. He married Lucie Payne of Rock Island and had three children. He was a leading attorney and the mayor of Danville, as well as state senator (Republican)from his district. Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School. He was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent. He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894 and 1896, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution. Martin died July 27,1934 and is buried in Springhill Cemetery.
4) Josephine, born August 31, 1875 in Georgetown, Vermilion county, IL., went to reside in Boston. Aug. 31, 1875. She d. Oct. 30 1950 in Los Angeles county, CA.
In the 1870 U.S. census, 13 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
50 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
36 yr. old mother, Sarah Bailey, b. in IL.
16 yr. old brother, Everett Bailey, a farm laborer, b. in IL.
15 yr. old sister, Lizzie Bailey, b. in IL.
According to the June 3, 1880 U.S. census, 23 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, an unmarried schoolteacher, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
59 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
46 yr. old mother, Sarah A. Bailey, b. in IL.
26 yr. old brother, Edward E. Bailey, working on the Railroad, b. in IL.
24 yr. old sister, Sarah E. Bailey, a music teacher, b. in IL.
4 yr. old sister, Josie A. Bailey, b. in IL.
Joseph's parents were both b. in MA. Sarah's parents were both b. in PA.
Interestingly, 23 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., is also listed in the June 10, 1880 U.S. census, working as a clerk in Kokomo, Summit county, CO.
Martin Brachall Bailey married Lucy Payne of Rock Island in 1898/1899 and had three children:
1. Joseph Cannon Bailey, b. Dec. 5, 1899 in Danville, Vermilion, IL. and d. Feb. 23, 1890 in Concord, MA.
*Note: According to his U.S. passport application, Joe's father, Martin B. Bailey was born in Georgetown, IL.
2. Helen P. Bailey
3. Martin Bailey, b. Jun. 2, 1909 in Garland, Edgar county, IL. and d. Oct. 1974 in Danville, Vermilion, IL.
In the 1900 U.S. census, 41 yr. old M. B. (Martin Brachall) Baily, an attorney, b. Jan. 1859 in IL., was living at 303 No. Oak St. in Danville Ward 5, Vermilion, IL. with his
20 yr. old wife, Lucy Baily, b. Sep. 1879 in IL.
5 mth. old son, Joseph Baily, b. Dec. 1899 in IL.
80 yr. old father, Joseph Baily, a retired farmer, b. Aug. 1819 in MA.
24 yr. old servant, Effie Brewer, b. Feb. 1876 in IL.
Martin and Lucy had been married for one year. Lucy was the mother of one child, still alive by this census.
Martin's mother was b. in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
In the Apr. 22, 1910 U.S. census, 50 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his
30 yr. old wife, Lucy N. Bailey, b. in IL.
10 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
5 yr. old daughter, Helen W Bailey, b. in IL.
10 mth. old son, Martin B Bailey Jr., b. in IL.
24 yr. old house servant, Anna Magnus, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
This was a first marriage for Martin and Lucy. Lucy was the mother of three children, all still alive by this census.
By the 1920 U.S. census, 61 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, a lawyer, b. in IL., was widowed and living at 303 Oak St. in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his three children
20 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
15 yr. old daughter, Helen P. Bailey, b. in IL.
11 yr. old son, Martin Bailey, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 70 yr. old widower, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), a lawyer, b. in IL., was living at 303 Oak St. in Danville, Vermilion, IL. with his
21 yr. old son, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), no occupation, b. in IL.
Martin Sr.'s father was b. in NH. and his mother in IL.
Martin Jr.'s parents were both b. in IL.
The Scranton Times (Scranton, PA.), P. 2, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Item from: DEATHS OF THE DAY
Danville, Ill., Jul. 28 - Martin Brachall Bailey, state representative for three terms and state senator for eight terms, died of pernicious anemia at a local hospital last night. He was seventy-seven years old.
Streator Daily Times-Press (Streater, IL.), P. 1, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Martin B. Bailey Claimed By Death
DANVILLE, Ill., July 23 - A long siege of poor health ended with the death of Martin B. Bailey, 77, a republican who served a term as state senator from the 22nd district between 1900 and 1932. Bailey had taught school, farmed and worked in a silver mine before taking up a political career.
St. Louis Daily Globe-Democrat (St. Louis, MO.), P. 5, Col. 5
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
M. B. BAILEY, 77, FORMER ILLINOIS SENATOR, DIES
DANVILLE, ILL., July 27. -Martin B.Bailey, 77, Republican, who served seven terms as State Senator from the Twenty-second District between 1900 and 1932, died here today.
He retired in 1932 and had been in poor health for some time. Bailey taught school, farmed and for a time worked in the Colorado silver mines before taking up a political career.
He also spent four years in service with the War Department and in the Treasury and practiced law here. Bailey is survived by three children.
Martin's parents were:
Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Ann Brachall, b. Dec. 1, 1836 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
*Note: According to U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Application, 1889-1970, Martin's middle name was spelled Brechal. -However, he was probably named after his paternal grandfather, whose last name was spelled 'Brachall' (Find A Grave memorial #52115217).
All Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896 results for Martin Bailey, b. 1857
Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896
American Revolution service men with lines of descent traced to Illinois, page 73.
461. 8361.
MARTIN BRECHAL BAILEY, lawyer, Danville, IL.
Born, Indianola, IL., Jan. 23, 1858; admitted Dec. 1895:
Joseph Bailey married Sarah Brechal.
Martin Brechal married Elizabeth Smith.
Martin Brechal married Catharine Cunfar.
MARTIN BRECHAL. Born in Prussia; died in West Penn, Pa., February 13, 1831. He enlisted near Allentown, Pa., in April, 1777, in Capt. Anthony Seeling's company in Col. Hazen's "Congress" regiment for three years. At the expiration of his term of service e again enlisted at Wyoming, Pa., in the same company and regiment for the rest of the war. He was in the battles of Brandywine, Monmouth, Newtown, Short Hills and Yorktown.
Reference: Recs. of Pension Bureau, Washington, D. C.
According to the U.S., Selected Quaker Yearbooksand Alumni Directories (specifically, the Earlham College Bulletin, Richmond, IN. - Who's Who Among Earlhamites, 1922):
Martin B. Bailey: '76-77; Teacher 4 years; Connected with U.S. Treasury and Pension Bureau.; Mayor of Danville 4 years; Member Illinois Legislature 26 years; Danville, IL.
Martin Brachall Bailey was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent.
Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School.
He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894, 1896 and 1898, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution.
Martin was the third of four children born to Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Bailey, b. Dec. 1, 1833 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
In May 4, 1853 Joseph Bailey married Miss Sarah Ann Brachall, born Dec. 4, 1833 in Vermilion Co. (Marr. rec. - Vol. A, p. 195).
Joseph and Sarah Bailey's children were:
1) Edward Everett, b. 1853, d. in Danville, 1893. The eldest of the four children. He served as United States Consul at Ensenada, Mexico from 1902-1909. He died in 1913.
2) Sarah Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Bailey, born June 2, 1855 in Indianola, Vermilion, IL., was the wife of Jesse C. Moore, who for several years was connected with Rand, McNally & Company of Chicago. He was then Indian agent of Parker, Arizona. but continued to make his home in Danville and with them Sarah's father, Joseph was living. Jun. 2, 1855
'Lizzie died Jul. 27, 1922 in Danville, Vermilion County, IL.
3) Martin Brachall Bailey., a prominent citizen, born at Indianola, Illinois, January 22, 1857. He married Lucie Payne of Rock Island and had three children. He was a leading attorney and the mayor of Danville, as well as state senator (Republican)from his district. Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School. He was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent. He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894 and 1896, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution. Martin died July 27,1934 and is buried in Springhill Cemetery.
4) Josephine, born August 31, 1875 in Georgetown, Vermilion county, IL., went to reside in Boston. Aug. 31, 1875. She d. Oct. 30 1950 in Los Angeles county, CA.
In the 1870 U.S. census, 13 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
50 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
36 yr. old mother, Sarah Bailey, b. in IL.
16 yr. old brother, Everett Bailey, a farm laborer, b. in IL.
15 yr. old sister, Lizzie Bailey, b. in IL.
According to the June 3, 1880 U.S. census, 23 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, an unmarried schoolteacher, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
59 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
46 yr. old mother, Sarah A. Bailey, b. in IL.
26 yr. old brother, Edward E. Bailey, working on the Railroad, b. in IL.
24 yr. old sister, Sarah E. Bailey, a music teacher, b. in IL.
4 yr. old sister, Josie A. Bailey, b. in IL.
Joseph's parents were both b. in MA. Sarah's parents were both b. in PA.
Interestingly, 23 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., is also listed in the June 10, 1880 U.S. census, working as a clerk in Kokomo, Summit county, CO.
Martin Brachall Bailey married Lucy Payne of Rock Island in 1898/1899 and had three children:
1. Joseph Cannon Bailey, b. Dec. 5, 1899 in Danville, Vermilion, IL. and d. Feb. 23, 1890 in Concord, MA.
*Note: According to his U.S. passport application, Joe's father, Martin B. Bailey was born in Georgetown, IL.
2. Helen P. Bailey
3. Martin Bailey, b. Jun. 2, 1909 in Garland, Edgar county, IL. and d. Oct. 1974 in Danville, Vermilion, IL.
In the 1900 U.S. census, 41 yr. old M. B. (Martin Brachall) Baily, an attorney, b. Jan. 1859 in IL., was living at 303 No. Oak St. in Danville Ward 5, Vermilion, IL. with his
20 yr. old wife, Lucy Baily, b. Sep. 1879 in IL.
5 mth. old son, Joseph Baily, b. Dec. 1899 in IL.
80 yr. old father, Joseph Baily, a retired farmer, b. Aug. 1819 in MA.
24 yr. old servant, Effie Brewer, b. Feb. 1876 in IL.
Martin and Lucy had been married for one year. Lucy was the mother of one child, still alive by this census.
Martin's mother was b. in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
In the Apr. 22, 1910 U.S. census, 50 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his
30 yr. old wife, Lucy N. Bailey, b. in IL.
10 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
5 yr. old daughter, Helen W Bailey, b. in IL.
10 mth. old son, Martin B Bailey Jr., b. in IL.
24 yr. old house servant, Anna Magnus, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
This was a first marriage for Martin and Lucy. Lucy was the mother of three children, all still alive by this census.
By the 1920 U.S. census, 61 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, a lawyer, b. in IL., was widowed and living at 303 Oak St. in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his three children
20 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
15 yr. old daughter, Helen P. Bailey, b. in IL.
11 yr. old son, Martin Bailey, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 70 yr. old widower, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), a lawyer, b. in IL., was living at 303 Oak St. in Danville, Vermilion, IL. with his
21 yr. old son, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), no occupation, b. in IL.
Martin Sr.'s father was b. in NH. and his mother in IL.
Martin Jr.'s parents were both b. in IL.
The Scranton Times (Scranton, PA.), P. 2, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Item from: DEATHS OF THE DAY
Danville, Ill., Jul. 28 - Martin Brachall Bailey, state representative for three terms and state senator for eight terms, died of pernicious anemia at a local hospital last night. He was seventy-seven years old.
Streator Daily Times-Press (Streater, IL.), P. 1, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Martin B. Bailey Claimed By Death
DANVILLE, Ill., July 23 - A long siege of poor health ended with the death of Martin B. Bailey, 77, a republican who served a term as state senator from the 22nd district between 1900 and 1932. Bailey had taught school, farmed and worked in a silver mine before taking up a political career.
St. Louis Daily Globe-Democrat (St. Louis, MO.), P. 5, Col. 5
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
M. B. BAILEY, 77, FORMER ILLINOIS SENATOR, DIES
DANVILLE, ILL., July 27. -Martin B.Bailey, 77, Republican, who served seven terms as State Senator from the Twenty-second District between 1900 and 1932, died here today.
He retired in 1932 and had been in poor health for some time. Bailey taught school, farmed and for a time worked in the Colorado silver mines before taking up a political career.
He also spent four years in service with the War Department and in the Treasury and practiced law here. Bailey is survived by three children.
Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Ann Brachall, b. Dec. 1, 1836 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
*Note: According to U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Application, 1889-1970, Martin's middle name was spelled Brechal. -However, he was probably named after his paternal grandfather, whose last name was spelled 'Brachall' (Find A Grave memorial #52115217).
All Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896 results for Martin Bailey, b. 1857
Illinois Society of the S.A.R. Yearbook, 1896
American Revolution service men with lines of descent traced to Illinois, page 73.
461. 8361.
MARTIN BRECHAL BAILEY, lawyer, Danville, IL.
Born, Indianola, IL., Jan. 23, 1858; admitted Dec. 1895:
Joseph Bailey married Sarah Brechal.
Martin Brechal married Elizabeth Smith.
Martin Brechal married Catharine Cunfar.
MARTIN BRECHAL. Born in Prussia; died in West Penn, Pa., February 13, 1831. He enlisted near Allentown, Pa., in April, 1777, in Capt. Anthony Seeling's company in Col. Hazen's "Congress" regiment for three years. At the expiration of his term of service e again enlisted at Wyoming, Pa., in the same company and regiment for the rest of the war. He was in the battles of Brandywine, Monmouth, Newtown, Short Hills and Yorktown.
Reference: Recs. of Pension Bureau, Washington, D. C.
According to the U.S., Selected Quaker Yearbooksand Alumni Directories (specifically, the Earlham College Bulletin, Richmond, IN. - Who's Who Among Earlhamites, 1922):
Martin B. Bailey: '76-77; Teacher 4 years; Connected with U.S. Treasury and Pension Bureau.; Mayor of Danville 4 years; Member Illinois Legislature 26 years; Danville, IL.
Martin Brachall Bailey was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent.
Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School.
He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894, 1896 and 1898, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution.
Martin was the third of four children born to Joseph Bailey, b. Aug. 16, 1820 in Haverhill, Essex County, MA. and d. Oct. 17, 1905 in Vermilion County, IL. &
Sarah Bailey, b. Dec. 1, 1833 in Georgetown, Vermilion County, IL. and d. May 10, 1888 in Vermilion County, IL.
In May 4, 1853 Joseph Bailey married Miss Sarah Ann Brachall, born Dec. 4, 1833 in Vermilion Co. (Marr. rec. - Vol. A, p. 195).
Joseph and Sarah Bailey's children were:
1) Edward Everett, b. 1853, d. in Danville, 1893. The eldest of the four children. He served as United States Consul at Ensenada, Mexico from 1902-1909. He died in 1913.
2) Sarah Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Bailey, born June 2, 1855 in Indianola, Vermilion, IL., was the wife of Jesse C. Moore, who for several years was connected with Rand, McNally & Company of Chicago. He was then Indian agent of Parker, Arizona. but continued to make his home in Danville and with them Sarah's father, Joseph was living. Jun. 2, 1855
'Lizzie died Jul. 27, 1922 in Danville, Vermilion County, IL.
3) Martin Brachall Bailey., a prominent citizen, born at Indianola, Illinois, January 22, 1857. He married Lucie Payne of Rock Island and had three children. He was a leading attorney and the mayor of Danville, as well as state senator (Republican)from his district. Martin was educated at Georgetown at Earlham College and at Columbian Law School. He was a farmer, taught school until the age of twenty-one, worked in silver mines near Leadville, Colorado, for three years and was mining superintendent. He was chief of the law division of the Pension Bureau four years and practiced law in Danville since 1892. He was elected to the Illinois state House of Representatives in 1894 and 1896, to the Senate 1901-1903 (18th District), 1903-1905, 1909-1933 (22nd District). He was Mayor of Danville two terms, 1899 to 1903. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Els, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Shriners, Phi Delta Theta and Sons of the American Revolution. Martin died July 27,1934 and is buried in Springhill Cemetery.
4) Josephine, born August 31, 1875 in Georgetown, Vermilion county, IL., went to reside in Boston. Aug. 31, 1875. She d. Oct. 30 1950 in Los Angeles county, CA.
In the 1870 U.S. census, 13 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
50 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
36 yr. old mother, Sarah Bailey, b. in IL.
16 yr. old brother, Everett Bailey, a farm laborer, b. in IL.
15 yr. old sister, Lizzie Bailey, b. in IL.
According to the June 3, 1880 U.S. census, 23 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, an unmarried schoolteacher, b. in IL., was living in Georgetown, Vermilion, IL. with his
59 yr. old father, Joseph Bailey, a farmer, b. in MA.
46 yr. old mother, Sarah A. Bailey, b. in IL.
26 yr. old brother, Edward E. Bailey, working on the Railroad, b. in IL.
24 yr. old sister, Sarah E. Bailey, a music teacher, b. in IL.
4 yr. old sister, Josie A. Bailey, b. in IL.
Joseph's parents were both b. in MA. Sarah's parents were both b. in PA.
Interestingly, 23 yr. old Martin Bailey, b. in IL., is also listed in the June 10, 1880 U.S. census, working as a clerk in Kokomo, Summit county, CO.
Martin Brachall Bailey married Lucy Payne of Rock Island in 1898/1899 and had three children:
1. Joseph Cannon Bailey, b. Dec. 5, 1899 in Danville, Vermilion, IL. and d. Feb. 23, 1890 in Concord, MA.
*Note: According to his U.S. passport application, Joe's father, Martin B. Bailey was born in Georgetown, IL.
2. Helen P. Bailey
3. Martin Bailey, b. Jun. 2, 1909 in Garland, Edgar county, IL. and d. Oct. 1974 in Danville, Vermilion, IL.
In the 1900 U.S. census, 41 yr. old M. B. (Martin Brachall) Baily, an attorney, b. Jan. 1859 in IL., was living at 303 No. Oak St. in Danville Ward 5, Vermilion, IL. with his
20 yr. old wife, Lucy Baily, b. Sep. 1879 in IL.
5 mth. old son, Joseph Baily, b. Dec. 1899 in IL.
80 yr. old father, Joseph Baily, a retired farmer, b. Aug. 1819 in MA.
24 yr. old servant, Effie Brewer, b. Feb. 1876 in IL.
Martin and Lucy had been married for one year. Lucy was the mother of one child, still alive by this census.
Martin's mother was b. in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
In the Apr. 22, 1910 U.S. census, 50 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, b. in IL., was living in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his
30 yr. old wife, Lucy N. Bailey, b. in IL.
10 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
5 yr. old daughter, Helen W Bailey, b. in IL.
10 mth. old son, Martin B Bailey Jr., b. in IL.
24 yr. old house servant, Anna Magnus, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
Lucy's father was b. in IA. and her mother in IL.
This was a first marriage for Martin and Lucy. Lucy was the mother of three children, all still alive by this census.
By the 1920 U.S. census, 61 yr. old Martin B. Bailey, a lawyer, b. in IL., was widowed and living at 303 Oak St. in Danville Ward 6, Vermilion, IL. with his three children
20 yr. old son, Joe C. Bailey, b. in IL.
15 yr. old daughter, Helen P. Bailey, b. in IL.
11 yr. old son, Martin Bailey, b. in IL.
Martin's father was b. in MA. and his mother in IL.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 70 yr. old widower, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), a lawyer, b. in IL., was living at 303 Oak St. in Danville, Vermilion, IL. with his
21 yr. old son, Martin 'Bartey' (Bailey), no occupation, b. in IL.
Martin Sr.'s father was b. in NH. and his mother in IL.
Martin Jr.'s parents were both b. in IL.
The Scranton Times (Scranton, PA.), P. 2, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Item from: DEATHS OF THE DAY
Danville, Ill., Jul. 28 - Martin Brachall Bailey, state representative for three terms and state senator for eight terms, died of pernicious anemia at a local hospital last night. He was seventy-seven years old.
Streator Daily Times-Press (Streater, IL.), P. 1, Col. 3
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
Martin B. Bailey Claimed By Death
DANVILLE, Ill., July 23 - A long siege of poor health ended with the death of Martin B. Bailey, 77, a republican who served a term as state senator from the 22nd district between 1900 and 1932. Bailey had taught school, farmed and worked in a silver mine before taking up a political career.
St. Louis Daily Globe-Democrat (St. Louis, MO.), P. 5, Col. 5
Sat., Jul. 28, 1934
M. B. BAILEY, 77, FORMER ILLINOIS SENATOR, DIES
DANVILLE, ILL., July 27. -Martin B.Bailey, 77, Republican, who served seven terms as State Senator from the Twenty-second District between 1900 and 1932, died here today.
He retired in 1932 and had been in poor health for some time. Bailey taught school, farmed and for a time worked in the Colorado silver mines before taking up a political career.
He also spent four years in service with the War Department and in the Treasury and practiced law here. Bailey is survived by three children.
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