Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Reuben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life Oct. 9, 1938 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months, and 13 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkins, also of North Hampton, on Sept. 6, 1868 after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie near Long Point in Livingston County, Ill., where they lived together for 51 years, until the death of Mr. Jenkins in 1919.
The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements, undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family. To this union were born nine children, four girls and five boys, three having preceded their mother in death, two having died in infancy and George at the age of 35. Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, [Iowa]; Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Ill. [This sentence is incomplete and does not mention two other daughters, Mrs. Harm Hansen of Paton, IA and Mrs. Sam Anderson of Rippey, IA.]
Phoebe was married to William H. "Will" Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of Daniel W. Reed who married Phoebe's sister, Marion. They moved to Chillicothe, IL until Will's death on May 11, 1926. He was laid to rest in the Long Point Cemetery. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children. Since 1930, she lived with Emma Hansen and/or Nellie Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially in the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian Church in Flanagan, Ill., and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years, her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Ill.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at the George Rapp home Monday, Oct. 10, with the Rev. C. S. Whitehouse of Paton and Rev. J. G. Russell of Grand Junction in charge. On Wednesday, Oct. 12, final funeral services were held at Flanagan, Ill., with Rev. P. W. Hayes in charge. Burial was made in the family lot in the Long Point Cemetery.
Jefferson Newspapers of Tuesday, October 11th, 1938
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Source: Jenkins family history document
Phoebe was the daughter of Reuben Barton Hamlin and Betsey Reed Hamlin, who were natives of Massachusetts.
She was the sister of Juliette Hamlin Mays, Alfred Hamlin, Frances O. Hamlin, Harriet S. Hamlin, William B. Hamlin, Joseph J. Hamlin, Marion A Hamlin Reed, and Adelaid Hamlin Gullett.
Phoebe's brother, Joseph, had served in the Illinois 86th during the Civil War with fellow comrade, Albanus Jenkins. It is not known if this is how Phoebe and Albanus met or if they knew each other, both being raised and educated in Hallock Township.
Having prepared a home for his bride, Albanus Logan Jenkins married Phoebe Elizabeth Jenkins on September 6, 1868 at the home of her parents, Reuben Barton and Betsey (Reed) Hamlin. Phoebe's sister, Eliza Adelaide Hamlin was married to William Gullett at the same time, and they served each other as attendants. Only immediate friends and relatives were present.
Albanus, age 35, took his 18 year old bride to their new home near Long Point, IL, and they began their married life on a raw farm. The land was gradually put under cultivation, and many important improvements were made. A more comfortable home was built to replace the original one, and many other buildings were built also.
They became the parents of nine children: George Avery, Mary Elizabeth, Lydia Ann, Charles Howard, Jesse Herbert, Allen Franklin, Emma Eliza, John Logan and Nelliie Mae. Lydia and Charles died as infants.
They sold one acre of land in the southwest corner of the farm for Limerick School. Their children were educated at Limerick school. Son, John, attended Dixon College at Dixon, Illinois for two winters (1904-1905). As their father aged, the sons rented and farmed the land.
A memorable event was when Phoebe and Albanus celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 6, 1918 in Long Point. Children attending were: daughter Mary Anderson of Rippey, Iowa; son Allen Jenkins of Long Point, IL; son Jesse Jenkins of Paton, IA; daughter Emma Hansen of Paton, IA; son John L. Jenkins of Long Point, IL; and daughter Nellie Rapp of Paton, IA. There were 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and others present, including Lydia B. Jenkins, Mrs. Daniel W. Reed of Chillicothe, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Reed of Monticello, IN, George A. Hamlin and Mrs. Hattie Malhoit, nephew and niece of Phoebe's. Five guests were also present at the couple's wedding 50 years prior. The couple was presented with a beautiful golden oak library table by the children as a memento of the occasion. They also received a silver card basket lined with gold from her brother, J. J. Hamlin and his daughters, of Seward, Nebraska. A Sonora (phonograph) purchased by Mr. Jenkins helped add to the enjoyment. One grandson presented them with a small gold finished clock before leaving for Camp. Ice cream and cake were served in the afternoon.
One day before their 51st anniversary, Albanus died on September 5, 1919. At this point, Albanus and Phoebe had added to their possessions, and his estate consisted of 200 acres of land in Long Point Township, Livingston County, Illinois and 140 acres of land in Greene County, Iowa.
Phoebe lived with her sons for four years. She married Will H. Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of her sister, Marion's husband Daniel W. Reed. Phoebe and Will moved to Chillicothe, IL until his death on May 11, 1926. Phoebe moved to Iowa to live with her daughters (Emma Hansen and Nellie Rapp) in Paton, Iowa until her death.
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Name: Ruben B Hamlin
Home in 1840 (City, County, State): Northampton Precinct, Peoria, Illinois
Free White Persons - Males - Under 5: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 30 thru 39: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 5 thru 9: 2
Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 20 thru 29: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 70 thru 79: 1
Persons Employed in Agriculture: 2
Free White Persons - Under 20: 6
Free White Persons - 20 thru 49: 4
Total Free White Persons: 11
Total All Persons - Free White, Free Colored, Slaves:
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Source: The Home Times; Flanagan, Illinois; 14 Oct 1938
"Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Ruben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life October 9, 1938, at the home of Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 12 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkens*, also of North Hampton, on September 6, 1888* after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie, near Long Point, in Livingston County, Illinois, where they lived together for 51 years until the death of Mr. Jenkens* in 1919. The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family.
To this union were born nine children, 4 girls and 5 boys, 3 having preceded their mother in death (2 in infancy and George at the age of 35).
Those surviving are: Mrs. S. C. Anderson, Mrs. Harm Hansen, Mrs George Rapp of Paton, Iowa; and Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Illinois.
She was married to Wm Reed in 1923. Mr. Reed passed away in 1926. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children and since 1930 in the home of one daughter, Mrs. George H. Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially at the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian church in Flanagan, Illinois, and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Illinois.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.
Dear children, strive to meet me on that other shore; Where we will meet with all the loved ones; Where parting is no more; We will all miss Dear Mother, When we see her vacant chair, Not only there will we miss her, But we will miss her everywhere."
*Jenkins
*September 6, 1868
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkins, also of North Hampton, on Sept. 6, 1868 after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie near Long Point in Livingston County, Ill., where they lived together for 51 years, until the death of Mr. Jenkins in 1919.
The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements, undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family. To this union were born nine children, four girls and five boys, three having preceded their mother in death, two having died in infancy and George at the age of 35. Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, [Iowa]; Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Ill. [This sentence is incomplete and does not mention two other daughters, Mrs. Harm Hansen of Paton, IA and Mrs. Sam Anderson of Rippey, IA.]
Phoebe was married to William H. "Will" Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of Daniel W. Reed who married Phoebe's sister, Marion. They moved to Chillicothe, IL until Will's death on May 11, 1926. He was laid to rest in the Long Point Cemetery. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children. Since 1930, she lived with Emma Hansen and/or Nellie Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially in the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian Church in Flanagan, Ill., and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years, her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Ill.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at the George Rapp home Monday, Oct. 10, with the Rev. C. S. Whitehouse of Paton and Rev. J. G. Russell of Grand Junction in charge. On Wednesday, Oct. 12, final funeral services were held at Flanagan, Ill., with Rev. P. W. Hayes in charge. Burial was made in the family lot in the Long Point Cemetery.
Jefferson Newspapers of Tuesday, October 11th, 1938
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Source: Jenkins family history document
Phoebe was the daughter of Reuben Barton Hamlin and Betsey Reed Hamlin, who were natives of Massachusetts.
She was the sister of Juliette Hamlin Mays, Alfred Hamlin, Frances O. Hamlin, Harriet S. Hamlin, William B. Hamlin, Joseph J. Hamlin, Marion A Hamlin Reed, and Adelaid Hamlin Gullett.
Phoebe's brother, Joseph, had served in the Illinois 86th during the Civil War with fellow comrade, Albanus Jenkins. It is not known if this is how Phoebe and Albanus met or if they knew each other, both being raised and educated in Hallock Township.
Having prepared a home for his bride, Albanus Logan Jenkins married Phoebe Elizabeth Jenkins on September 6, 1868 at the home of her parents, Reuben Barton and Betsey (Reed) Hamlin. Phoebe's sister, Eliza Adelaide Hamlin was married to William Gullett at the same time, and they served each other as attendants. Only immediate friends and relatives were present.
Albanus, age 35, took his 18 year old bride to their new home near Long Point, IL, and they began their married life on a raw farm. The land was gradually put under cultivation, and many important improvements were made. A more comfortable home was built to replace the original one, and many other buildings were built also.
They became the parents of nine children: George Avery, Mary Elizabeth, Lydia Ann, Charles Howard, Jesse Herbert, Allen Franklin, Emma Eliza, John Logan and Nelliie Mae. Lydia and Charles died as infants.
They sold one acre of land in the southwest corner of the farm for Limerick School. Their children were educated at Limerick school. Son, John, attended Dixon College at Dixon, Illinois for two winters (1904-1905). As their father aged, the sons rented and farmed the land.
A memorable event was when Phoebe and Albanus celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 6, 1918 in Long Point. Children attending were: daughter Mary Anderson of Rippey, Iowa; son Allen Jenkins of Long Point, IL; son Jesse Jenkins of Paton, IA; daughter Emma Hansen of Paton, IA; son John L. Jenkins of Long Point, IL; and daughter Nellie Rapp of Paton, IA. There were 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and others present, including Lydia B. Jenkins, Mrs. Daniel W. Reed of Chillicothe, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Reed of Monticello, IN, George A. Hamlin and Mrs. Hattie Malhoit, nephew and niece of Phoebe's. Five guests were also present at the couple's wedding 50 years prior. The couple was presented with a beautiful golden oak library table by the children as a memento of the occasion. They also received a silver card basket lined with gold from her brother, J. J. Hamlin and his daughters, of Seward, Nebraska. A Sonora (phonograph) purchased by Mr. Jenkins helped add to the enjoyment. One grandson presented them with a small gold finished clock before leaving for Camp. Ice cream and cake were served in the afternoon.
One day before their 51st anniversary, Albanus died on September 5, 1919. At this point, Albanus and Phoebe had added to their possessions, and his estate consisted of 200 acres of land in Long Point Township, Livingston County, Illinois and 140 acres of land in Greene County, Iowa.
Phoebe lived with her sons for four years. She married Will H. Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of her sister, Marion's husband Daniel W. Reed. Phoebe and Will moved to Chillicothe, IL until his death on May 11, 1926. Phoebe moved to Iowa to live with her daughters (Emma Hansen and Nellie Rapp) in Paton, Iowa until her death.
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Name: Ruben B Hamlin
Home in 1840 (City, County, State): Northampton Precinct, Peoria, Illinois
Free White Persons - Males - Under 5: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 30 thru 39: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 5 thru 9: 2
Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 20 thru 29: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 70 thru 79: 1
Persons Employed in Agriculture: 2
Free White Persons - Under 20: 6
Free White Persons - 20 thru 49: 4
Total Free White Persons: 11
Total All Persons - Free White, Free Colored, Slaves:
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Source: The Home Times; Flanagan, Illinois; 14 Oct 1938
"Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Ruben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life October 9, 1938, at the home of Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 12 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkens*, also of North Hampton, on September 6, 1888* after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie, near Long Point, in Livingston County, Illinois, where they lived together for 51 years until the death of Mr. Jenkens* in 1919. The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family.
To this union were born nine children, 4 girls and 5 boys, 3 having preceded their mother in death (2 in infancy and George at the age of 35).
Those surviving are: Mrs. S. C. Anderson, Mrs. Harm Hansen, Mrs George Rapp of Paton, Iowa; and Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Illinois.
She was married to Wm Reed in 1923. Mr. Reed passed away in 1926. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children and since 1930 in the home of one daughter, Mrs. George H. Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially at the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian church in Flanagan, Illinois, and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Illinois.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.
Dear children, strive to meet me on that other shore; Where we will meet with all the loved ones; Where parting is no more; We will all miss Dear Mother, When we see her vacant chair, Not only there will we miss her, But we will miss her everywhere."
*Jenkins
*September 6, 1868
Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Reuben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life Oct. 9, 1938 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months, and 13 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkins, also of North Hampton, on Sept. 6, 1868 after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie near Long Point in Livingston County, Ill., where they lived together for 51 years, until the death of Mr. Jenkins in 1919.
The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements, undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family. To this union were born nine children, four girls and five boys, three having preceded their mother in death, two having died in infancy and George at the age of 35. Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, [Iowa]; Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Ill. [This sentence is incomplete and does not mention two other daughters, Mrs. Harm Hansen of Paton, IA and Mrs. Sam Anderson of Rippey, IA.]
Phoebe was married to William H. "Will" Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of Daniel W. Reed who married Phoebe's sister, Marion. They moved to Chillicothe, IL until Will's death on May 11, 1926. He was laid to rest in the Long Point Cemetery. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children. Since 1930, she lived with Emma Hansen and/or Nellie Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially in the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian Church in Flanagan, Ill., and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years, her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Ill.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at the George Rapp home Monday, Oct. 10, with the Rev. C. S. Whitehouse of Paton and Rev. J. G. Russell of Grand Junction in charge. On Wednesday, Oct. 12, final funeral services were held at Flanagan, Ill., with Rev. P. W. Hayes in charge. Burial was made in the family lot in the Long Point Cemetery.
Jefferson Newspapers of Tuesday, October 11th, 1938
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Source: Jenkins family history document
Phoebe was the daughter of Reuben Barton Hamlin and Betsey Reed Hamlin, who were natives of Massachusetts.
She was the sister of Juliette Hamlin Mays, Alfred Hamlin, Frances O. Hamlin, Harriet S. Hamlin, William B. Hamlin, Joseph J. Hamlin, Marion A Hamlin Reed, and Adelaid Hamlin Gullett.
Phoebe's brother, Joseph, had served in the Illinois 86th during the Civil War with fellow comrade, Albanus Jenkins. It is not known if this is how Phoebe and Albanus met or if they knew each other, both being raised and educated in Hallock Township.
Having prepared a home for his bride, Albanus Logan Jenkins married Phoebe Elizabeth Jenkins on September 6, 1868 at the home of her parents, Reuben Barton and Betsey (Reed) Hamlin. Phoebe's sister, Eliza Adelaide Hamlin was married to William Gullett at the same time, and they served each other as attendants. Only immediate friends and relatives were present.
Albanus, age 35, took his 18 year old bride to their new home near Long Point, IL, and they began their married life on a raw farm. The land was gradually put under cultivation, and many important improvements were made. A more comfortable home was built to replace the original one, and many other buildings were built also.
They became the parents of nine children: George Avery, Mary Elizabeth, Lydia Ann, Charles Howard, Jesse Herbert, Allen Franklin, Emma Eliza, John Logan and Nelliie Mae. Lydia and Charles died as infants.
They sold one acre of land in the southwest corner of the farm for Limerick School. Their children were educated at Limerick school. Son, John, attended Dixon College at Dixon, Illinois for two winters (1904-1905). As their father aged, the sons rented and farmed the land.
A memorable event was when Phoebe and Albanus celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 6, 1918 in Long Point. Children attending were: daughter Mary Anderson of Rippey, Iowa; son Allen Jenkins of Long Point, IL; son Jesse Jenkins of Paton, IA; daughter Emma Hansen of Paton, IA; son John L. Jenkins of Long Point, IL; and daughter Nellie Rapp of Paton, IA. There were 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and others present, including Lydia B. Jenkins, Mrs. Daniel W. Reed of Chillicothe, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Reed of Monticello, IN, George A. Hamlin and Mrs. Hattie Malhoit, nephew and niece of Phoebe's. Five guests were also present at the couple's wedding 50 years prior. The couple was presented with a beautiful golden oak library table by the children as a memento of the occasion. They also received a silver card basket lined with gold from her brother, J. J. Hamlin and his daughters, of Seward, Nebraska. A Sonora (phonograph) purchased by Mr. Jenkins helped add to the enjoyment. One grandson presented them with a small gold finished clock before leaving for Camp. Ice cream and cake were served in the afternoon.
One day before their 51st anniversary, Albanus died on September 5, 1919. At this point, Albanus and Phoebe had added to their possessions, and his estate consisted of 200 acres of land in Long Point Township, Livingston County, Illinois and 140 acres of land in Greene County, Iowa.
Phoebe lived with her sons for four years. She married Will H. Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of her sister, Marion's husband Daniel W. Reed. Phoebe and Will moved to Chillicothe, IL until his death on May 11, 1926. Phoebe moved to Iowa to live with her daughters (Emma Hansen and Nellie Rapp) in Paton, Iowa until her death.
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Name: Ruben B Hamlin
Home in 1840 (City, County, State): Northampton Precinct, Peoria, Illinois
Free White Persons - Males - Under 5: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 30 thru 39: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 5 thru 9: 2
Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 20 thru 29: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 70 thru 79: 1
Persons Employed in Agriculture: 2
Free White Persons - Under 20: 6
Free White Persons - 20 thru 49: 4
Total Free White Persons: 11
Total All Persons - Free White, Free Colored, Slaves:
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Source: The Home Times; Flanagan, Illinois; 14 Oct 1938
"Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Ruben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life October 9, 1938, at the home of Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 12 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkens*, also of North Hampton, on September 6, 1888* after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie, near Long Point, in Livingston County, Illinois, where they lived together for 51 years until the death of Mr. Jenkens* in 1919. The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family.
To this union were born nine children, 4 girls and 5 boys, 3 having preceded their mother in death (2 in infancy and George at the age of 35).
Those surviving are: Mrs. S. C. Anderson, Mrs. Harm Hansen, Mrs George Rapp of Paton, Iowa; and Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Illinois.
She was married to Wm Reed in 1923. Mr. Reed passed away in 1926. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children and since 1930 in the home of one daughter, Mrs. George H. Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially at the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian church in Flanagan, Illinois, and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Illinois.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.
Dear children, strive to meet me on that other shore; Where we will meet with all the loved ones; Where parting is no more; We will all miss Dear Mother, When we see her vacant chair, Not only there will we miss her, But we will miss her everywhere."
*Jenkins
*September 6, 1868
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkins, also of North Hampton, on Sept. 6, 1868 after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie near Long Point in Livingston County, Ill., where they lived together for 51 years, until the death of Mr. Jenkins in 1919.
The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements, undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family. To this union were born nine children, four girls and five boys, three having preceded their mother in death, two having died in infancy and George at the age of 35. Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, [Iowa]; Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Ill. [This sentence is incomplete and does not mention two other daughters, Mrs. Harm Hansen of Paton, IA and Mrs. Sam Anderson of Rippey, IA.]
Phoebe was married to William H. "Will" Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of Daniel W. Reed who married Phoebe's sister, Marion. They moved to Chillicothe, IL until Will's death on May 11, 1926. He was laid to rest in the Long Point Cemetery. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children. Since 1930, she lived with Emma Hansen and/or Nellie Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially in the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian Church in Flanagan, Ill., and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years, her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Ill.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at the George Rapp home Monday, Oct. 10, with the Rev. C. S. Whitehouse of Paton and Rev. J. G. Russell of Grand Junction in charge. On Wednesday, Oct. 12, final funeral services were held at Flanagan, Ill., with Rev. P. W. Hayes in charge. Burial was made in the family lot in the Long Point Cemetery.
Jefferson Newspapers of Tuesday, October 11th, 1938
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Source: Jenkins family history document
Phoebe was the daughter of Reuben Barton Hamlin and Betsey Reed Hamlin, who were natives of Massachusetts.
She was the sister of Juliette Hamlin Mays, Alfred Hamlin, Frances O. Hamlin, Harriet S. Hamlin, William B. Hamlin, Joseph J. Hamlin, Marion A Hamlin Reed, and Adelaid Hamlin Gullett.
Phoebe's brother, Joseph, had served in the Illinois 86th during the Civil War with fellow comrade, Albanus Jenkins. It is not known if this is how Phoebe and Albanus met or if they knew each other, both being raised and educated in Hallock Township.
Having prepared a home for his bride, Albanus Logan Jenkins married Phoebe Elizabeth Jenkins on September 6, 1868 at the home of her parents, Reuben Barton and Betsey (Reed) Hamlin. Phoebe's sister, Eliza Adelaide Hamlin was married to William Gullett at the same time, and they served each other as attendants. Only immediate friends and relatives were present.
Albanus, age 35, took his 18 year old bride to their new home near Long Point, IL, and they began their married life on a raw farm. The land was gradually put under cultivation, and many important improvements were made. A more comfortable home was built to replace the original one, and many other buildings were built also.
They became the parents of nine children: George Avery, Mary Elizabeth, Lydia Ann, Charles Howard, Jesse Herbert, Allen Franklin, Emma Eliza, John Logan and Nelliie Mae. Lydia and Charles died as infants.
They sold one acre of land in the southwest corner of the farm for Limerick School. Their children were educated at Limerick school. Son, John, attended Dixon College at Dixon, Illinois for two winters (1904-1905). As their father aged, the sons rented and farmed the land.
A memorable event was when Phoebe and Albanus celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 6, 1918 in Long Point. Children attending were: daughter Mary Anderson of Rippey, Iowa; son Allen Jenkins of Long Point, IL; son Jesse Jenkins of Paton, IA; daughter Emma Hansen of Paton, IA; son John L. Jenkins of Long Point, IL; and daughter Nellie Rapp of Paton, IA. There were 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and others present, including Lydia B. Jenkins, Mrs. Daniel W. Reed of Chillicothe, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Reed of Monticello, IN, George A. Hamlin and Mrs. Hattie Malhoit, nephew and niece of Phoebe's. Five guests were also present at the couple's wedding 50 years prior. The couple was presented with a beautiful golden oak library table by the children as a memento of the occasion. They also received a silver card basket lined with gold from her brother, J. J. Hamlin and his daughters, of Seward, Nebraska. A Sonora (phonograph) purchased by Mr. Jenkins helped add to the enjoyment. One grandson presented them with a small gold finished clock before leaving for Camp. Ice cream and cake were served in the afternoon.
One day before their 51st anniversary, Albanus died on September 5, 1919. At this point, Albanus and Phoebe had added to their possessions, and his estate consisted of 200 acres of land in Long Point Township, Livingston County, Illinois and 140 acres of land in Greene County, Iowa.
Phoebe lived with her sons for four years. She married Will H. Reed on September 13, 1923. Will was the younger brother of her sister, Marion's husband Daniel W. Reed. Phoebe and Will moved to Chillicothe, IL until his death on May 11, 1926. Phoebe moved to Iowa to live with her daughters (Emma Hansen and Nellie Rapp) in Paton, Iowa until her death.
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Name: Ruben B Hamlin
Home in 1840 (City, County, State): Northampton Precinct, Peoria, Illinois
Free White Persons - Males - Under 5: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 20 thru 29: 2
Free White Persons - Males - 30 thru 39: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 5 thru 9: 2
Free White Persons - Females - 10 thru 14: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 15 thru 19: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 20 thru 29: 1
Free White Persons - Females - 70 thru 79: 1
Persons Employed in Agriculture: 2
Free White Persons - Under 20: 6
Free White Persons - 20 thru 49: 4
Total Free White Persons: 11
Total All Persons - Free White, Free Colored, Slaves:
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Source: The Home Times; Flanagan, Illinois; 14 Oct 1938
"Phoebe Elizabeth Hamlin, daughter of Ruben and Elizabeth Hamlin, was born March 27, 1851, at North Hampton, Peoria County, Illinois, and departed this life October 9, 1938, at the home of Mrs. George Rapp of Paton, at the age of 87 years, 6 months and 12 days.
She was united in marriage to Albanus L. Jenkens*, also of North Hampton, on September 6, 1888* after he returned from the Civil War. They established their home on a farm of unbroken prairie, near Long Point, in Livingston County, Illinois, where they lived together for 51 years until the death of Mr. Jenkens* in 1919. The task of breaking up the land and erecting improvements undertaken together until, with patience and hard work, a permanent home was made for themselves and family.
To this union were born nine children, 4 girls and 5 boys, 3 having preceded their mother in death (2 in infancy and George at the age of 35).
Those surviving are: Mrs. S. C. Anderson, Mrs. Harm Hansen, Mrs George Rapp of Paton, Iowa; and Allen F., Jesse H., and John L. of Flanagan, Illinois.
She was married to Wm Reed in 1923. Mr. Reed passed away in 1926. After this, she spent her time in the homes of her children and since 1930 in the home of one daughter, Mrs. George H. Rapp.
Her ever-ready smile, her cheerful disposition and devout faith will be missed by all and especially at the Rapp home, where she had become so much a part of their home and family.
She was a member of the Christian church in Flanagan, Illinois, and although unable to attend services at any church for several years, she was their constant support in the church there as well as the churches in this community. She found her greatest happiness in doing for others. For the past few years her church services have come from the radio. She was a Civil War widow and a member of the W.R.C. of Rutland, Illinois.
Surviving, in addition to her children, are 28 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, besides a host of relatives and friends.
Dear children, strive to meet me on that other shore; Where we will meet with all the loved ones; Where parting is no more; We will all miss Dear Mother, When we see her vacant chair, Not only there will we miss her, But we will miss her everywhere."
*Jenkins
*September 6, 1868
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