Simpson/Jones
A quiet wedding took place at the residence of Mrs. Reynolds Curll, East Main street, on Tuesday of last week, the happy couple being Mr. John B. Simpson, of Corsica, and Miss Rebecca J. Jones, of Clarion, the estimable sister of Mrs. Curll and ex-sheriff Scott Jones, of this place. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. S. Elder, D.D., and after the ceremony the newly married couple let for Corsica, where they will make their future home. The best wishes of the Republican Gazette is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Simpson.
~ Republican Gazette, August 23, 1894
Arnold/Rankin
One of the most charming weddings that has occurred in Clarion for some time took place at 8:30 o’clock last evening at the residence of the bride’s parents. At the hour named Miss Alda Blair Rankin, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Rankin, of West Man street, and Mr. Harry H. Arnold, the well known and gentlemanly junior member of the firm of Arnold Bros., of this place, were made man and wife.
The officiating clergyman was Rev. J. S. Elder, D.D., pastor of the first Presbyterian church, assisted by the Rev. J. C. Gillette, minister of the M. E. church. The best man was Mr. Charles Glenn, of Clarion, the bridesmaid, Miss Emma Clover, of Fisher, and the ushers Mr. W. R. Brownell, of Lindsey, and Mr. Will Rankin, brother of the bride. The out of town guests present were Dr. W. Alexander and wife, of Reynoldsville, Mr. S. A. Davidson, of Newville, Pa., W. R. Brownell, of Lindsey, Pa.
This morning the happy couple left on the early train for Frederick, Md., where they will spend a short time as guests of Prof. J. H. Apple and wife, and from there will visit Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York before their return. The best wishes of the Republican Gazette is extended to them.
~ Republican Gazette, October 18, 1894
You can visit the memorial page for Rev James Sherer Elder.
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