According to the 1913 Beardstown City Directory, Walter Buck worked as a teacher and lived at 1414 Jefferson street in Beardstown, IL. As of 2014, Mr. Buck's home is no longer standing.
From the Illinoian-Star newspaper, Monday, October 10, 1938:
Funeral Services Are Held for Walter E. Buck
Rites Are Conducted At Residence
Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon for Walter E. Buck at the late home, 304 W. 4th street. The Rev. Alfred E. Cole, pastor of the Methodist church was in charge. The Rev. A. E. Beddoes, of the Congregational church, assisted by quoting several poems, among them favorites of the deceased. Miss Johanna Brodman sang "Oh Love That Wil't Not Let Me Go." Miss Hazel Yockey was at the piano. Flowers were cared for by Mrs. Park Jenkins, Mrs. Vern Von Fossen, Miss Jessie Wise and Miss Elda Greve. Burial was in the Hines family lot in the City cemetery with F. A. Yockey, Homer Coleman, Park Jenkins, F. J. Kuhl, Carl Harre and Dr. T. G. Charles acting as pallbearers. Walter E. Buck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Buren Buck, was born in this city, Dec. 28, 1884. He grew to manhood in this city, attended the local schools graduating with the class of 1901. Later he attened the University of Illinois. For six years he taught in the country schools of Cass county and was principal of teh Central school building in this city from 1907 to 1914. From 1914 he held the position of Cass County Superintendent of Schools until his death. In addition to his position of County Superintendent of SChools he was manager of the Illinois State Reading Circle, a member of the Board of Legislative committee of the South Central Division of Illinois State Teachers' Association and was Assistant Principal of the State Fair Boys' school for the past 12 years. He was a member of the executive Council of the PTA, a member of the Rotary club and the Masonic Order. He was a life long member of the Methodist Church and had served for a number of years as chairman of the Board of Trustees of that institution. He was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Hines, 715 Washington street, this city, August 17, 1916. She survives him. Other survivors are his brother, Harry Buck of this city, and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Harrison Hines who has made her home with her daughter since the death of Mr. Hines. Two sisters, Mrs. Alice Duchardt and Mrs. Theresa Daily preceded him in death together with three brothers, Marcus Buck and two who died in infancy.
From the 1929 Beardstown's Centennial Celebration Official Souvenir Pageant Program:
July 24, 25, 26 Merchant's Parade Thursday 2 P. M., Sponsored by the Beardstown Chamber of Commerce, Walter E. Buck, General Chairman.
Foreword
The City of Beardstown, on the occasion of its 100 birthday, enters upon this celebration with grateful remembrance and acknowledgement of the labors and achievements, trials and triumphs of the pioneer men and women who have builded here. It looks forward to the future with unbounded confidence that the years to come will be prosperous, fruitful and useful. It is our hope that each succeeding year may cement somewhat closer the friendly relations of this community with the people of the countryside and county. Gratifying is the record of this city in both war and peace. In all wars since its establishment in 1829, Beardstown has given its men to the Country without stint or limit. In times of peace, it has made steady economic growth and built up its commercial enterprises and industries upon fair, useful and honorable lines. The land on which this city is located, and also that in the surrounding county, was set aside by the Government and given for faithful military service. The very soil was dedicated to a patriotic purpose. Loyal and patriotic in its civic affairs, industrious and energetic in its enterprises, and just and fair in its dealing has been the municipal character of this city, and today it remains an upright, patriotic, law-abiding and God fearing community. In this celebration we cordially greet our friends from near and far and bid them welcome. We trust that as much happiness will come to them during their stay in our city, as we know will come to us from our enjoyment of their presence while here.
WALTER E. BUCK
General Chairman
Centennial Committee
From "History of Cass County Illinois" - 1915:
Buck, Walter E. - It is worthy of note that some of the ancestral names prominently mentioned in the course of this and other interesting narratives pertaining to the lives of present residents of Cass County, Ill., are suggestive in relation to the early settlement of the county. Among such instances is that of Walter Elmer Buck, one of the leading educators of this section, and elected county superintendent in 1914. Mr. Buck was born at Beardstown, Ill., December 28, 1883, and is a son of Martin V. and Nancy A. (Driskill) Buck and a grandson of Thomas Buck, an early settler and the founder of a fine family. Walter E. Buck attended the public schools of his neighborhood during his youth, and afterwards took a high school course, graduating with the class of 1901. He subsequently became a pupil in the State Normal School, and still later, matriculated in the University of Illinois, teaching a portion of the time in the meanwhile in Cass County. Since completing his collegiate tuition he has continued in the line of educational effort, accepting a principalship in the Central School, Beardstown, in 1909, where he was occupied until 1914, when he was elected county superintendent of schools. Mr. Buck is a member of the First Methodist Episcopal church, Beardstown, a member of the official board and very active and highly efficient in church work. He has held various church and Sunday school offices, and is a member of the Bible class. In fraternal life Mr. Buck is identified with the I.O.O.F., having passed all the chairs and is a member of the Grande Lodge, and is also affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America. Personally he is held in much esteem, great respect being shown for his scholastic attainments and warm regard for his estimable traits of character.
From the Illinoian-Star newspaper, Monday, October 10, 1938:
Funeral Services Are Held for Walter E. Buck
Rites Are Conducted At Residence
Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon for Walter E. Buck at the late home, 304 W. 4th street. The Rev. Alfred E. Cole, pastor of the Methodist church was in charge. The Rev. A. E. Beddoes, of the Congregational church, assisted by quoting several poems, among them favorites of the deceased. Miss Johanna Brodman sang "Oh Love That Wil't Not Let Me Go." Miss Hazel Yockey was at the piano. Flowers were cared for by Mrs. Park Jenkins, Mrs. Vern Von Fossen, Miss Jessie Wise and Miss Elda Greve. Burial was in the Hines family lot in the City cemetery with F. A. Yockey, Homer Coleman, Park Jenkins, F. J. Kuhl, Carl Harre and Dr. T. G. Charles acting as pallbearers. Walter E. Buck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Buren Buck, was born in this city, Dec. 28, 1884. He grew to manhood in this city, attended the local schools graduating with the class of 1901. Later he attened the University of Illinois. For six years he taught in the country schools of Cass county and was principal of teh Central school building in this city from 1907 to 1914. From 1914 he held the position of Cass County Superintendent of Schools until his death. In addition to his position of County Superintendent of SChools he was manager of the Illinois State Reading Circle, a member of the Board of Legislative committee of the South Central Division of Illinois State Teachers' Association and was Assistant Principal of the State Fair Boys' school for the past 12 years. He was a member of the executive Council of the PTA, a member of the Rotary club and the Masonic Order. He was a life long member of the Methodist Church and had served for a number of years as chairman of the Board of Trustees of that institution. He was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Hines, 715 Washington street, this city, August 17, 1916. She survives him. Other survivors are his brother, Harry Buck of this city, and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Harrison Hines who has made her home with her daughter since the death of Mr. Hines. Two sisters, Mrs. Alice Duchardt and Mrs. Theresa Daily preceded him in death together with three brothers, Marcus Buck and two who died in infancy.
From the 1929 Beardstown's Centennial Celebration Official Souvenir Pageant Program:
July 24, 25, 26 Merchant's Parade Thursday 2 P. M., Sponsored by the Beardstown Chamber of Commerce, Walter E. Buck, General Chairman.
Foreword
The City of Beardstown, on the occasion of its 100 birthday, enters upon this celebration with grateful remembrance and acknowledgement of the labors and achievements, trials and triumphs of the pioneer men and women who have builded here. It looks forward to the future with unbounded confidence that the years to come will be prosperous, fruitful and useful. It is our hope that each succeeding year may cement somewhat closer the friendly relations of this community with the people of the countryside and county. Gratifying is the record of this city in both war and peace. In all wars since its establishment in 1829, Beardstown has given its men to the Country without stint or limit. In times of peace, it has made steady economic growth and built up its commercial enterprises and industries upon fair, useful and honorable lines. The land on which this city is located, and also that in the surrounding county, was set aside by the Government and given for faithful military service. The very soil was dedicated to a patriotic purpose. Loyal and patriotic in its civic affairs, industrious and energetic in its enterprises, and just and fair in its dealing has been the municipal character of this city, and today it remains an upright, patriotic, law-abiding and God fearing community. In this celebration we cordially greet our friends from near and far and bid them welcome. We trust that as much happiness will come to them during their stay in our city, as we know will come to us from our enjoyment of their presence while here.
WALTER E. BUCK
General Chairman
Centennial Committee
From "History of Cass County Illinois" - 1915:
Buck, Walter E. - It is worthy of note that some of the ancestral names prominently mentioned in the course of this and other interesting narratives pertaining to the lives of present residents of Cass County, Ill., are suggestive in relation to the early settlement of the county. Among such instances is that of Walter Elmer Buck, one of the leading educators of this section, and elected county superintendent in 1914. Mr. Buck was born at Beardstown, Ill., December 28, 1883, and is a son of Martin V. and Nancy A. (Driskill) Buck and a grandson of Thomas Buck, an early settler and the founder of a fine family. Walter E. Buck attended the public schools of his neighborhood during his youth, and afterwards took a high school course, graduating with the class of 1901. He subsequently became a pupil in the State Normal School, and still later, matriculated in the University of Illinois, teaching a portion of the time in the meanwhile in Cass County. Since completing his collegiate tuition he has continued in the line of educational effort, accepting a principalship in the Central School, Beardstown, in 1909, where he was occupied until 1914, when he was elected county superintendent of schools. Mr. Buck is a member of the First Methodist Episcopal church, Beardstown, a member of the official board and very active and highly efficient in church work. He has held various church and Sunday school offices, and is a member of the Bible class. In fraternal life Mr. Buck is identified with the I.O.O.F., having passed all the chairs and is a member of the Grande Lodge, and is also affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America. Personally he is held in much esteem, great respect being shown for his scholastic attainments and warm regard for his estimable traits of character.
According to the 1913 Beardstown City Directory, Walter Buck worked as a teacher and lived at 1414 Jefferson street in Beardstown, IL. As of 2014, Mr. Buck's home is no longer standing.
From the Illinoian-Star newspaper, Monday, October 10, 1938:
Funeral Services Are Held for Walter E. Buck
Rites Are Conducted At Residence
Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon for Walter E. Buck at the late home, 304 W. 4th street. The Rev. Alfred E. Cole, pastor of the Methodist church was in charge. The Rev. A. E. Beddoes, of the Congregational church, assisted by quoting several poems, among them favorites of the deceased. Miss Johanna Brodman sang "Oh Love That Wil't Not Let Me Go." Miss Hazel Yockey was at the piano. Flowers were cared for by Mrs. Park Jenkins, Mrs. Vern Von Fossen, Miss Jessie Wise and Miss Elda Greve. Burial was in the Hines family lot in the City cemetery with F. A. Yockey, Homer Coleman, Park Jenkins, F. J. Kuhl, Carl Harre and Dr. T. G. Charles acting as pallbearers. Walter E. Buck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Buren Buck, was born in this city, Dec. 28, 1884. He grew to manhood in this city, attended the local schools graduating with the class of 1901. Later he attened the University of Illinois. For six years he taught in the country schools of Cass county and was principal of teh Central school building in this city from 1907 to 1914. From 1914 he held the position of Cass County Superintendent of Schools until his death. In addition to his position of County Superintendent of SChools he was manager of the Illinois State Reading Circle, a member of the Board of Legislative committee of the South Central Division of Illinois State Teachers' Association and was Assistant Principal of the State Fair Boys' school for the past 12 years. He was a member of the executive Council of the PTA, a member of the Rotary club and the Masonic Order. He was a life long member of the Methodist Church and had served for a number of years as chairman of the Board of Trustees of that institution. He was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Hines, 715 Washington street, this city, August 17, 1916. She survives him. Other survivors are his brother, Harry Buck of this city, and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Harrison Hines who has made her home with her daughter since the death of Mr. Hines. Two sisters, Mrs. Alice Duchardt and Mrs. Theresa Daily preceded him in death together with three brothers, Marcus Buck and two who died in infancy.
From the 1929 Beardstown's Centennial Celebration Official Souvenir Pageant Program:
July 24, 25, 26 Merchant's Parade Thursday 2 P. M., Sponsored by the Beardstown Chamber of Commerce, Walter E. Buck, General Chairman.
Foreword
The City of Beardstown, on the occasion of its 100 birthday, enters upon this celebration with grateful remembrance and acknowledgement of the labors and achievements, trials and triumphs of the pioneer men and women who have builded here. It looks forward to the future with unbounded confidence that the years to come will be prosperous, fruitful and useful. It is our hope that each succeeding year may cement somewhat closer the friendly relations of this community with the people of the countryside and county. Gratifying is the record of this city in both war and peace. In all wars since its establishment in 1829, Beardstown has given its men to the Country without stint or limit. In times of peace, it has made steady economic growth and built up its commercial enterprises and industries upon fair, useful and honorable lines. The land on which this city is located, and also that in the surrounding county, was set aside by the Government and given for faithful military service. The very soil was dedicated to a patriotic purpose. Loyal and patriotic in its civic affairs, industrious and energetic in its enterprises, and just and fair in its dealing has been the municipal character of this city, and today it remains an upright, patriotic, law-abiding and God fearing community. In this celebration we cordially greet our friends from near and far and bid them welcome. We trust that as much happiness will come to them during their stay in our city, as we know will come to us from our enjoyment of their presence while here.
WALTER E. BUCK
General Chairman
Centennial Committee
From "History of Cass County Illinois" - 1915:
Buck, Walter E. - It is worthy of note that some of the ancestral names prominently mentioned in the course of this and other interesting narratives pertaining to the lives of present residents of Cass County, Ill., are suggestive in relation to the early settlement of the county. Among such instances is that of Walter Elmer Buck, one of the leading educators of this section, and elected county superintendent in 1914. Mr. Buck was born at Beardstown, Ill., December 28, 1883, and is a son of Martin V. and Nancy A. (Driskill) Buck and a grandson of Thomas Buck, an early settler and the founder of a fine family. Walter E. Buck attended the public schools of his neighborhood during his youth, and afterwards took a high school course, graduating with the class of 1901. He subsequently became a pupil in the State Normal School, and still later, matriculated in the University of Illinois, teaching a portion of the time in the meanwhile in Cass County. Since completing his collegiate tuition he has continued in the line of educational effort, accepting a principalship in the Central School, Beardstown, in 1909, where he was occupied until 1914, when he was elected county superintendent of schools. Mr. Buck is a member of the First Methodist Episcopal church, Beardstown, a member of the official board and very active and highly efficient in church work. He has held various church and Sunday school offices, and is a member of the Bible class. In fraternal life Mr. Buck is identified with the I.O.O.F., having passed all the chairs and is a member of the Grande Lodge, and is also affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America. Personally he is held in much esteem, great respect being shown for his scholastic attainments and warm regard for his estimable traits of character.
From the Illinoian-Star newspaper, Monday, October 10, 1938:
Funeral Services Are Held for Walter E. Buck
Rites Are Conducted At Residence
Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon for Walter E. Buck at the late home, 304 W. 4th street. The Rev. Alfred E. Cole, pastor of the Methodist church was in charge. The Rev. A. E. Beddoes, of the Congregational church, assisted by quoting several poems, among them favorites of the deceased. Miss Johanna Brodman sang "Oh Love That Wil't Not Let Me Go." Miss Hazel Yockey was at the piano. Flowers were cared for by Mrs. Park Jenkins, Mrs. Vern Von Fossen, Miss Jessie Wise and Miss Elda Greve. Burial was in the Hines family lot in the City cemetery with F. A. Yockey, Homer Coleman, Park Jenkins, F. J. Kuhl, Carl Harre and Dr. T. G. Charles acting as pallbearers. Walter E. Buck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Buren Buck, was born in this city, Dec. 28, 1884. He grew to manhood in this city, attended the local schools graduating with the class of 1901. Later he attened the University of Illinois. For six years he taught in the country schools of Cass county and was principal of teh Central school building in this city from 1907 to 1914. From 1914 he held the position of Cass County Superintendent of Schools until his death. In addition to his position of County Superintendent of SChools he was manager of the Illinois State Reading Circle, a member of the Board of Legislative committee of the South Central Division of Illinois State Teachers' Association and was Assistant Principal of the State Fair Boys' school for the past 12 years. He was a member of the executive Council of the PTA, a member of the Rotary club and the Masonic Order. He was a life long member of the Methodist Church and had served for a number of years as chairman of the Board of Trustees of that institution. He was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Hines, 715 Washington street, this city, August 17, 1916. She survives him. Other survivors are his brother, Harry Buck of this city, and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Harrison Hines who has made her home with her daughter since the death of Mr. Hines. Two sisters, Mrs. Alice Duchardt and Mrs. Theresa Daily preceded him in death together with three brothers, Marcus Buck and two who died in infancy.
From the 1929 Beardstown's Centennial Celebration Official Souvenir Pageant Program:
July 24, 25, 26 Merchant's Parade Thursday 2 P. M., Sponsored by the Beardstown Chamber of Commerce, Walter E. Buck, General Chairman.
Foreword
The City of Beardstown, on the occasion of its 100 birthday, enters upon this celebration with grateful remembrance and acknowledgement of the labors and achievements, trials and triumphs of the pioneer men and women who have builded here. It looks forward to the future with unbounded confidence that the years to come will be prosperous, fruitful and useful. It is our hope that each succeeding year may cement somewhat closer the friendly relations of this community with the people of the countryside and county. Gratifying is the record of this city in both war and peace. In all wars since its establishment in 1829, Beardstown has given its men to the Country without stint or limit. In times of peace, it has made steady economic growth and built up its commercial enterprises and industries upon fair, useful and honorable lines. The land on which this city is located, and also that in the surrounding county, was set aside by the Government and given for faithful military service. The very soil was dedicated to a patriotic purpose. Loyal and patriotic in its civic affairs, industrious and energetic in its enterprises, and just and fair in its dealing has been the municipal character of this city, and today it remains an upright, patriotic, law-abiding and God fearing community. In this celebration we cordially greet our friends from near and far and bid them welcome. We trust that as much happiness will come to them during their stay in our city, as we know will come to us from our enjoyment of their presence while here.
WALTER E. BUCK
General Chairman
Centennial Committee
From "History of Cass County Illinois" - 1915:
Buck, Walter E. - It is worthy of note that some of the ancestral names prominently mentioned in the course of this and other interesting narratives pertaining to the lives of present residents of Cass County, Ill., are suggestive in relation to the early settlement of the county. Among such instances is that of Walter Elmer Buck, one of the leading educators of this section, and elected county superintendent in 1914. Mr. Buck was born at Beardstown, Ill., December 28, 1883, and is a son of Martin V. and Nancy A. (Driskill) Buck and a grandson of Thomas Buck, an early settler and the founder of a fine family. Walter E. Buck attended the public schools of his neighborhood during his youth, and afterwards took a high school course, graduating with the class of 1901. He subsequently became a pupil in the State Normal School, and still later, matriculated in the University of Illinois, teaching a portion of the time in the meanwhile in Cass County. Since completing his collegiate tuition he has continued in the line of educational effort, accepting a principalship in the Central School, Beardstown, in 1909, where he was occupied until 1914, when he was elected county superintendent of schools. Mr. Buck is a member of the First Methodist Episcopal church, Beardstown, a member of the official board and very active and highly efficient in church work. He has held various church and Sunday school offices, and is a member of the Bible class. In fraternal life Mr. Buck is identified with the I.O.O.F., having passed all the chairs and is a member of the Grande Lodge, and is also affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America. Personally he is held in much esteem, great respect being shown for his scholastic attainments and warm regard for his estimable traits of character.
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