MRS. HANNON
wife of Patrick Hannon, moved to this place from Lincoln. Her first husband was Patrick Dwyre, who was killed by lightning in 1877. Her son, Robert, is a well-known and popular conductor on the southern division of the I.C. railroad. Mrs. Hannon is highly esteemed by her many Kappa friends.

JAMES BIGGER

and his large and interesting family are pleasant people and much respected by their friends.

JOHN C. HALL

is a young man but an old resident. He is industrious, persevering and worthy. He, with his wife and baby boy, are well-liked by their friends. John is a fine musician and the boy is also musical, especially at about midnight.

WILSON PEARSON,

with his son Nelson, and his son-in-law, Ed Cable, are respected and prosperous citizens of Kappa.

DR. E. D. WITT,

the Kappa miller, is an educated and very intelligent gentleman. Owing to his failing eyesight he was obliged to give up the practice of medicine. He is highly respected by all.

RICHARD GRANT

and family are respected citizens of Kappa.

MRS. ANN MONTGOMERY

is the widow of the late James Montgomery, who was a soldier in the 8th Mo. Vol. Mrs. Montgomery is a quiet and pleasant lady and much respected.

THOMAS M'GRATH

is the section foreman. He lives with his mother and sister at this place. At present he is in the hospital at Bloomington, as it is thought he has consumption. It is hoped he will soon recover.

MRS. BOWMAN

is a very estimable lady residing here. She is a native of North Carolina. Her daughter, Miss Bowman, is the Kappa dressmaker and thoroughly understands her work in all its departments.

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