William Frakes

William Frakes
and
Martha Ann (McGlone) Frakes
of
Vigo and Sullivan Counties
Indiana

William FRAKES, born 4 Nov 1835, Prairie Creek Township, Vigo County, Indiana, son of Jonathan H. and Sarah (McGLONE) FRAKES (See Chapter 13). He died 31 Jan 1916, Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He is buried at Friendship Baptist Church, Sullivan County, Indiana.
    William married 1st Martha Ann McGLONE 4 Nov 1857, Vigo County, Indiana.
    William married 2nd Amanda (COPPLE) JULIAN 9 Aug 1884.
    Martha Ann McGLONE was born about 1840, daughter of John & Hannah (AKERS) McGLONE. John was the brother of Sarah Isabelle (McGLONE) FRAKES, William’s mother, making William and Martha Ann 1st cousins. John McGLONE was the son of William and Mary “Polly” (STAGGS) McGLONE. She died 1880-84. She is buried at Friendship Baptist Church, Sullivan County, Indiana. William and Martha Ann had seven children.
    Amanda COPPLE was born 9 Aug 1859, Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana, daughter of Philip and Lucinda (MOORE) COPPLE. Philip was the son of Philip and Anna Patsy (WRIGHT) COPPLE. Amanda’s sister, Mahala Ann (COPPLE) HANGER was the mother of Corda HANGER FRAKES, who married Frank FRAKES, this chapter. Another sister, Mary Eliza COPPLE married Joseph A. McGLONE, brother of Martha Ann (McGLONE) FRAKES (See Chapter 13) Amanda’s first husband was John W. JULIAN, by whom she had two sons, Adva and Herschel JULIAN. Amanda and William had one son.
    On 6 Jul 1860, the census shows William and Martha FRAKES were living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana, Pimento Post Office. With them was their son Francis M. FRAKES age 1. William was a farmer. His real estate was valued at $400.00. His personal property was valued at $150.00. They lived next to Martha's parents.
    On 4 Aug 1870, the census shows William and Martha Frakes living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Francis M., Ruth E., Joseph J. F. and Mary E.. His real estate was valued at $1,200.00. His personal property was valued at $229.00.
    On 17 Jun 1880, the census shows William and Martha A. FRAKES living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were children Frances M. age 21, Ruth E. age 17, Joseph J. age 14, Elizabeth age 11, Thomas age 8, Phillip age 5 and Rose age 2.
    On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows William and Amanda J. FRAKES were living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were Amanda's sons from previous marriage, Adva JULIAN Aug 1877 and Herschel JULIAN Dec 1882. Also with them was William and Amanda's son Lemmie FRAKES Oct 1891. William was a farmer.
    On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows Amanda J. FRAKES living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. With her was her granddaughter Mildred M. JULIAN age 10. She owned her own home.

Children of William and Martha Ann (McGLONE) FRAKES:

1. Francis Marion "Chub" FRAKES, born about 1859.
    Chub married Hannah Margaret C. “Maggie” ARTHUR.
    (See #1 following)

2. Ruth Ellen FRAKES, born Jun 1863, Indiana. .
    Ruth married Benjamin F. BAILEY 17 Aug 1884.
    (See #2 following)

3. Joseph John Franklin "Frank" FRAKES, born Nov 1865, Vigo County, Indiana.
    Frank married Corda HANGER Dec 1889.
    (See #3 following)

4. Mary Elizabeth FRAKES, born 30 Jan 1869, Vigo County, Indiana.
    Mary married George M. HALL.
    (See #4 following)

5. Thomas FRAKES, born about 1872. He died 27 Mar 1885, Vigo County, Indiana.

6. Philip FRAKES, born 1874. He died 1945.
    Philip married Mary Ellen GASKINS.
    (See #6 following)

7. Rosa B. FRAKES, born 29 Jun 1878. She died 27 Mar 1945, Sullivan County, Indiana.
    Rosa married Tilden RAILSBACK.
   (See #7 following)

Child of William and Amanda (COPPLE)(JULIAN) FRAKES:

8. Lemuel Lester FRAKES, born 6 Oct 1891, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 1952, Orange County, Florida.
    On 5 June 1919, Lemuel was inducted into the the United States Military during World War 1. At the time he was living in Farmersburg, Sullivan county, Indiana. He was working in the coal mine in Pimento, Vigo County, Indiana. He was supporting his mother and a niece at time of induction.
    Lem never married.

Francis Marion “Chub” FRAKES, born about 1859, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 17 Aug 1892, Vigo County, Indiana. Buried at Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, Farmersburg, Indiana.
    Chub married Hannah Margaret C. “Maggie” ARTHUR 3 Nov 1886, Vigo County, Indiana. She was born 1856, Green County, Indiana daughter of Joseph and Margaret (MINKS) ARTHUR, of Greene County, Indiana. Maggie died 17 Mar 1919, Richland Township, Monroe County, Indiana, at the age of 62 years. Her death record has her listed as Margaret H. Medaugh.
    Chub was a farmer. He was once kicked by a mule, which caused a poor health condition for him.
    In 1890 the census shows Chub and Maggie were living in Pimento, Vigo County, Indiana.
    According to my father, Philip H. Frakes, told to him by his father, William Philip FRAKES Chub and his two sons were in the buggy and got caught in a rainstorm. Little Willie was only two years old, so they saw to it that he was wrapped up good in a blanket. Chub and his older son, Van, both got soaked. They caught pneumonia and died in August 1892.
    After the death of Chub, Maggie had to put her son, William, in Rose Orphanage in Terre Haute. She went to work as a housekeeper for a wealthy family in Terre Haute. They had a house high on a hill northwest of Terre Haute, Indiana. The people that she worked for said she was very nice and very intelligent. Maggie’s niece, Ella (ARTHUR) LILES of Forest, Ohio, said that her Aunt Maggie was one of the nicest persons she new. She said she was very easy going and she never said anything back to people even when they were not nice to her. Ella was the daughter of Peter Taylor ARTHUR, brother of Margaret’s.
    Maggie married 2nd James MEDAUGH, 26 Jun 1897, Vigo County, Indiana. Her name is listed as Maggie Frakes when she married James. She had one son by James. She was evidently buried with James.
    James would not let Maggie’s son, William, live with them. He had to remain in the orphanage.
    In 1910, the census shows Maggie and James living with Maggie's nephew and family, Archibald BLAKE. With them was their son Albert P. MEDAUGH. They were living in Richland Township, Monroe County, Indiana. Mrs. Blake had already died.

1. Van Cleave FRAKES, born about 1888, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 1892.

2. William Philip FRAKES, born 10 Mar 1890 Pimento, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 14 Feb 1965, Veteran's Hospital, Marion, Williamson County, Illinois. He is buried in East Lawn Cemetery in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    Bill married Beatrice Margaret Julietta MERTEN Thursday, 3l Jan 1924, Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. They were married by Rev. John D. RUGH, D. D. of the Presbyterian Church. They roomed at Mrs. Dieckman’s Rooming House while in Vandalia. She was also their witness in their marriage. They returned home to Salem, then left Thursday, 14 Feb for their honeymoon in Chicago Illinois. They stayed at the Hotel Reo. Ate at the Englewood Cafe then went to the Fine Arts Museum at Grant Park. They went shopping in the "Loop" the following day. Bill bought Bea a new hat that she loved. On Saturday, 16 Feb, they went to Washington Park. On Sunday, 17 Feb, they went to the Stratford Theatre to see the movie "The Humming Bird" with Gloria SWANSON. On the 18th, they went to Harvey, Illinois to visit Bea's father and brother. Tuesday, 19 Feb, went to a fair, then shopping, then to the Majestic Theatre. They arrived home in Salem on the train on Wednesday evening, 20 Feb.
    Bea was born 13 Nov 1899, Shattuc, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of Julius and Anna (MAIER) MERTEN. She died Wednesday, 2) Oct 1985, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Bea is buried in East Lawn Cemetery, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows William P. FRAKES living with his Uncle and Aunt, John F. and Corda M. FRAKES in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. William was listed as being born Mar 1889.
    In 1906, Bill decided he didn't like farming for his uncle, he felt like he was being used as a servant by his uncle, so he went to Terre Haute and got a job with the C&EI (Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railroad).
    In 1908, Bill enlisted in the United States Army, in Terre Haute, Indiana, for six years. He was a Corporal with the 21st Infantry. He was a recruiting officer in Illinois and Indiana.
    On 22 Apr 1910, the census shows William P. FRAKES age 20 living in the United States Military Vancouver Barracks, Clark County, Washington.
    On 3 May 1910, the census shows William FRAKES age 20 living at the Rose Orphange in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana. There were several 18, 19 and 20 year olds listed at the Orphanage. Evidently former inmates of the orphanage could use the address as their home address while serving in the United States Military.
    In 1914 Bill returned to work for the C&EI railroad.
    In 1916 he was made Brakeman for the C&EI Railroad. One day while Bill was traveling through Salem, he fell in love with the town and its people and decided to make his home in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He lived for awhile in the Bachman House, where he rented a room. He later lived with Dr. George and Mrs. May (McMACKIN) RAINEY. He became very close to them and called Mrs. Rainey "Mother". He lived there until his marriage to Bea. The bed that he had at the Rainey's, is the bed that I have today. My father has an old mantel clock that Dr. Rainey gave grandpa also.
    On 27 Jun 1917, Bill was promoted to 1st Sergeant of Co. L, 9th Regiment of the Illinois National Guard. 7 Mar 1918 he enlisted into the United States Army, because of World War I. He was made Sergeant, 65th Company L, 9th Regiment. He went to Camp Dix, New Jersey 1 Nov 1918. The war came to an end, he therefore was never sent overseas. He was Honorably Discharged 28 Nov 1918 as 1st Sergeant of 2nd Platoon, Company I, 130th Infantry. His statistics were: Blue eyes, brown hair, fair complexion and was 5 feet10 inches tall. He received a World War I Victory Medal. On 21 Dec 1921, Bill was appointed to the rank of 1st Lieutenant of Infantry, assigned to Company L, 4th Infantry, Illinois National Guard.
    On 13 Jan 1920, the census shows William FRAKES age 27 living at 203 North Broadway in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He was living at the home of the widowed Mrs. G. S. RAINEY home. Bill was a Brakeman on the Railroad

    On 20 Jan 1924, Bill’s bachelor’s party (called a stag dinner) was given to him by his good friend Sig KAUFMAN. Sig owned Kaufman’s Clothier on the south side of the square in Salem. His name can still be seen on the store front of the building.
    When Bill and Bea married she was working at the Lyric Theatre. She sold tickets and she also played the piano for the silent films.
    On 2 Apr 1924, Bea was initiated into the Auxiliary of the organization of the B&RT (Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen), of which Bill was a member.
    On 15 Apr 1924, Bill and Bea moved into the historic Badollet House at 310 North Washington, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was the home of John W. “Button” and Eva (WELLS) WHITE. They rented the same rooms that John Thomas Scope lived in when he was attending high school in Salem. Scope of the famous “Scopes Monkey Trial.”
    On 24 Apr 1924, Bea was installed a member of the Needlework Club. The meeting was at Dr. and Mrs. RAINEY’s house.
    On 15 Sep 1924, Bill and Be moved into the Kagy House at 421 North Broadway. It was a beautiful large home owned by L. M. KAGY and his wife. They rented rooms in the 2nd floor. The house has been torn down. It was located where the parking lot is now (2004) for the McMackin House Restaurant.
    On 13 Feb 1930, Bill was made "Brakeman-Conductor" of the C&EI Railroad. During the Great Depression of the 30's, Bill was laid off from the railroad. He then became a policeman and also a fireman for the town of Salem. He was overseer of City Hall, where he and his family lived at the time. They lived on the second floor of city hall. It was then located on the southwest corner of Broadway and McMackin. After the depression, he went back to work for the C&EI Railroad and there worked until his retirement as an engineer.
    Bea was raised in Shattuc until she was 10 years old, when her father sold his, "J. MERTEN, DRY GOOD & GROCERIES." They then moved to Salem, where he opened up a Confectionery on Main Street.
    Bea was a Pianist. She played for many organizations and also for the First Baptist Church. She was a reporter for the local newspaper and she also played the piano for the local theatres. She was a member of the Eastern Star, Rebecca Lodge and the American Legion Auxiliary.
    1935-37, Bill was Post Commander of the Luther B. Easley Post No. 128 of the American Legion. He was a member of the American Legion from 1919 until his death in 1965.
    By February of 1929, they had moved into the Merten Cottage, her parent’s home at 334 Castle. Son Phil and daughter Judy were born there.
    On 5 Apr 1930, the census shows William P. and Beatrice M. J. FRAKES living at 334 South Castle in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their sons William R. age 4 5/12 and Philip H. age 1. Bill was listed as unemployed Conductor for Steam Railroad. He was also listed as a veteran of World War 1.

On 1 Oct 1941, Bill and Bea bought and moved into the historical Lemen House at 321 South Franklin Avenue, Salem, Illinois. It is the same home that Bea's father had owned when he first moved to Salem. Rev. Benjamin F. & Mary Putnam (RAND) LEMEN built the home in 1842. They were good friends of President Abraham LINCOLN, who visited them when in Salem. The Lemen's daughter, Lydia Gertrude LEMEN married Count John SOBIESKI, Prince Royal, in the home. He was heir to the throne of Poland. During the Civil War, there was a training camp across the road from the house.
    Bill's hobbies were gardening and writing poetry. He wrote for local newspapers, as well as the London, England newspapers. Bill loved education and would often read the dictionary to improve his vocabulary. He was a member of the Order of Railway Conductors and Brakemen and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.
    Bill & Bea were both very involved in politics. They were members of the Republican Party, but voted for the man in general elections.
    In 1947 Bill ran for Mayor of the City of Salem, unfortunately he did not win the election.
    Religiously, Bea had been christened into the German-Evangelical Church 27 Oct 1901, by Rev. G. BOHNSTENGEL. Bea’s ancestry was German and Jewish. There was no German-Evangelical Church in the town of Shattuc, where Bea was a child, so her mother would send her to the Methodist Church. When they moved to Salem, Bea and her sister, Eunice, attended the Presbyterian Church. The Frakes family went from Church of England, to Quaker, to Baptist. Bill's parents were both Baptist. Bill was a spiritual man, but never belonged to an organized religion. Bea changed over to the Methodist Church and there remained until her son, William, converted to the Baptist religion, she then also became a Baptist.
    One rainy day, while Bea was writing a letter at her desk, she suddenly had a desire to take a walk. She had gotten no farther than one block from her home when lightning struck her home, going into the very room she had been sitting. Had she not left, she would have been killed. Thankfully, the Salem Fire Department reached the house and was able to put the fire out before it had destroyed the whole house, although the first floor had been burned out. She later moved back into the home.
    After a stroke, Bea had to be moved into a nursing home in Salem, where she remained until her death.
    Bill and Bea both had full eventful lives and were greatly loved by their children and grandchildren and friends and relatives. I shall always carry them very dear in my heart.

Children of William Philip and Beatrice Margaret Julietta (MERTEN) FRAKES:

2-1. William Randolph FRAKES, b. 2 Nov 1925, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He married Betty Jean HAMMER 1948. She was born 26 Jul 1929, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois

2-1-1. Marsha Lynn FRAKES, born 27 Mar 1949, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. She married Timothy Paul BAGLEY.

    2-1-1-1. Jason Paul BAGLEY, born 1 Apr 1975, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas.
    Jason married 1st Julia M HUMMEL 23 Sep 2000, Riverside Park, Moline, Illinois. They divorced in 2003.
    Jason married 2nd Elizabeth Morrow RANDMAN, Saturday, 1 Dec 2007, Riverbend Chapel at Caroline Vineyard, Washington, Franklin County, Missouri.
    In 2007, Jason and Elizabeth live in St. Louis, Missouri.

    2-1-1-2. Jennifer Leigh "Jen" BAGLEY, born 23 Oct 1979, Portsmouth, Virginia.
    Jen married 1st Steven David BRANDES 3 Mar 2001, Meadow Heights Baptist Church, Collinsville, Madison County, Illinois. They divorced.
    Jen married 2nd George Thomas "Mickey" CLUTTS 27 July 2007, Madison County Courthouse, Edwardsville, Madison County, Illinois. He was born 24 Feb 1970.
    In 2007, Jen and Mickey live in Granite City, Madison County, Illinois.

Son of Mickey and Jennifer Leigh (BAGLEY) CLUTTS:

2-1-1-2-1. William Kelby CLUTTS, born Monday, 9 October 2006, Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois.

2-1-1-2-2. Myleigh Rose CLUTTS, born 11:45 a.m., Friday, 11 Apr 2008. Weighed 7 lbs and 10 oz and was 19 inches long.

2-1-2. Mark Alan FRAKES, born 10 Feb 1954, Cairo, Alexander County, Illinois.
    No children.
    In 2007,Mark lives in Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico

2-2. Philip Howard FRAKES, b. 25 Feb 1929, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He died Friday, 16 Sep 2005, 6:00 A. M., Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    Phil married Monna Marilyn CONANT 1952. She was born 17 December 1933, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.

2-2-1. Tanya Rae FRAKES, born 7 Jul 1955, Highland, Madison County, Illinois.
Tanya married 1st Roddy Alan COURTRIGHT 1973.
Tanya married 2nd David Joseph BELFIORE 1983.

2-2-1-1. Nathan Roddy Alan COURTRIGHT, born 11 Dec 1973.
Nathan married Angela Jaye "Angie" (ALBERT) RILEY 1999. She was born 18 Mar 1872, Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Illinois.

2-2-1-1-1. Madison Jaye COURTRIGHT, born 29 Mar 2000, Breese, Clinton County, Illinois.

2-2-1-1-0. Jillian Rebecca "Jill" RILEY, born 21 Sep 1992, Beaufort, Beaufort County, South Carolina. (Stepdaughter of Nathan)

2-2-1-2. David Philip Anthony BELFIORE, born 18 Oct 1985, Orlando, Orange County, Florida.

2-2-1-3. Daniel William Eli BELFIORE, born 3 Feb 1992, Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois.

2-2-2. Stephen Philip Howard FRAKES, born 2 Oct 1957, Highland, Madison County, Illinois.
Never married. No children.

2-2-3. Terri June FRAKES, born 22 Apr 1962, Highland, Madison County, Illinois.
Terri married Richard Dale "Rick" ADAMS 1981. He was born 9 May 1961, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.

2-2-3-1. Trent Maurice ADAMS, born 5 Dec 1982, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.

2-2-3-2. Brock Richard ADAMS, born 26 Sep 1985, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.

Thurman Family

Photo taken 27 May 2006, Bakersfield, California. Left to Right: Judy (Frakes) Thurman, Brooke Thurman, Van Thurman, Jourdan Thurman, Nicole Thurman, Howard Thurman and Trey Thurman. Taken at Van & Kem's wedding.

2-3. Julianne May "Judy" FRAKES, b. 21 Nov 1934, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
Judy married Howard Galloway THURMAN, Jr. 1955. He was born 21 May 1934, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.

2-3-1. Cynthia Tenae "Cyndy" THURMAN, born 16 Sep 1955, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
Cyndy married Riley CANNON 1974. He was born 29 Jul 1952, Bakersfield, Kern County, California

2-3-1-1. Riley Edward CANNON, born 16 Feb 1981, Bakersfield, Kern County, California.
Riley married Marissa Elizabeth MAUER 27 Apr 2007, Bakersfield, California. She was born 20 Apr 1983, Kern County, California. Her mother's maiden name is TRAYNOR.

2-3-1-2. William Tyler CANNON, born 11 Mar 1983, Bakersfield, Kern County, California.
Tyler married Kelly Dawn ALBITRE 2003. She was born 19 Apr 1983, Bakersfield, Kern County, California. Her mother's maiden name is STRONG.

2-3-1-2-1. Kylee Dawn CANNON, born 11 Jun 2000, Bakersfield, Kern County, California.

2-3-2. Howard Galloway THURMAN, III, born 2 Apr 1959, Abilene, Callahan County, Texas.
Trey married 3rd Tyla (DAVIS) REYNOLDS.

2-3-2-1. Jourdon Darlene THURMAN, born 15 Aug 1993, Bakersfield, Kern County, California.

2-3-3. Van William THURMAN, born 17 Sep 1960, Abilene, Callahan County, Texas.
Van married 1st Terri MARTELL 1982.
Van married 2nd Kem EZELL 2006. She was born 4 Apr 1959, Kern County, California.

2-3-3-1. Brooke Nicole THURMAN, born 19 Mar 1986, Fresno, Fresno County, California.

2-3-3-2. Nicole Elise THURMAN, born 9 Jan 1989, Bakersfield, Kern County, California.

Child of Margaret (ARTHUR)(FRAKES) MEDAUGH:

3. Albert MEDAUGH, born 6 Aug 1898, Bedford, Lawrence County, Indiana. He died May 1979. He married a very nice woman from California. She already had children. Albert never had any children of his own. He owned a rock Quarry in New Bedford, Indiana. He was very nice. I met him once, as a child. He came to my grandfather’s funeral.

Ruth Ellen FRAKES, born Mar 1863, Indiana. She died 27 Oct 1934, Vigo County, Indiana, at the age of 71.
    Ruth married Benjamin F. BAILEY 17 Aug 1884. He was born Jun 1863, Indiana. He died 17 Jul 1941, Vigo County, Indiana at the age of 78.
    On 21 Jun 1900, the census shows Benjamin F. (36) and Ruth E. (36) BAILEY living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were children Martha E. Oct 1885, Carry B. Jan 1889, and Jesse R. Mar 1897. Benjamin was a farmer and owned his own farm. Ruth had given birth to 3 children and all 3 were living.
    On 18 Apr 1930, the census shows B. F. (66) and Ruth (66) BAILEY living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Their home was valued at $2,400.00. Benjamin was still farming.

Children of Benjamin F. and Ruth Ellen (FRAKES) BAILEY:

2-1. Martha E. BAILEY, born Oct 1885, Indiana.
    Martha married Charles O. HAYHURST 26 Aug 1908, Vigo County, Indiana.
    On 20 Apr 1910 the census shows Charles O. (21) and Martha (23) HAYHURST living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their son Raymond E. age 3 months.
    On 19 Jan 1920, the census shows Charles (31) and Martha (33) HAYHURST living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were sons Raymond age 10 and Willard age 5. They owned their own home. He was listed as a laborer, not a farmer.
    On 18 Apr 1930, the census shows Charles (41) and Martha (44) HAYHURST living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were sons Raymond age 20 and Willbert age 16. They were renting.

Children of Charles O. and Martha E. (BAILEY) HAYHURST:

2-1-1. Raymond E. HAYHURST, born Jan 1910, Vigo County, Indiana.

2-1-2. Willard HAYHURST, born 27 Feb 1914, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 8 Jan 1995. Last place of residence was Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana.

2-2. Carrie Bell BAILEY, born Jan 1889, Indiana.
    Carrie married William W. TURNER 12 Jan 1910, Vigo County, Indiana. William was born in 25 Jan 1888, Indiana, son of John W. and Eliza Emma (McGLONE) TURNER. He died Jul 1968. Last place of residence was Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. William's parents were married 8 Oct 1874, Vigo County, Indiana. They were divorced in the 1900 census. The children were living with Emma. John W. was living with his brother, Thomas Owen TURNER. They were all living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. John W. and Thomas Owen were the sons of James E. and Nancy A. (WELCH) TURNER. Eliza Emma was the daughter of William and Margaret J. McGLONE. Eliza Emma was the 1st cousin of both William FRAKES and Martha Ann (McGLONE) FRAKES. Eliza Emma's father, William McGLONE, was the brother of John McGLONE (Martha's father), and of Sarah Isabelle (McGLONE) FRAKES (William's mother).
    On 23 Apr 1910, the census shows William W. (22) and Carrie B. (21) TURNER were living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Living with them was William's widowed mother, Emma TURNER age 56, and his sister, Cory TURNER age 30. William was a farmer and owned his own home.
    On 19 Jan 1920, the census shows William (31) and Carrie TURNER (30) living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their two sons Densel age 7 and Doylene age 5. William was a farmer and owned his own home.
    On 25 Apr 1930, the census shows William (42) and Carrie (41) TURNER living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were their children Densel age 18, Doljene age 15, Emerson age 10, Harold age 7 and Delbert age 2. William was still a farmer and owned his own home. Densel was working in a garage. They lived next to Carrie's uncle, Joseph John Franklin FRAKES.

Children of William W. and Carrie Bell (BAILEY) TURNER:

2-2-1. Densel TURNER, born 20 Jan 1912, Vigo County, Indiana. He died Jan 1975. Last place of residence was Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana.

2-2-2. Doylene TURNER, born 21 Jun 1914, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 10 Apr 1997. Last place of residence was Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana.

2-2-3. Emerson TURNER, born 1920, Vigo County, Indina.

2-2-4. Harold TURNER, born 1922/23, Vigo County, Indiana.

2-2-5. Delbert D. TURNER, born 5 Oct 1927, Vigo County, Indiana. He died 18 Apr 1994. Last place of residence was Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana.

2-3. Jessie R. BAILEY, born Mar 1897, Indiana. He died when he was 10 years old.

Joseph John Franklin "Frank" FRAKES, born Nov 1865, Vigo County, Indiana. He died early 1942. He was 76 years old. He was buried at West Lawn Cemetery, Farmersburg, Indiana.
    Frank married Corda HAUGER Dec 1889. She was born Oct 1872, daughter of Jacob and Mahala Ann (COPPLE) HAUGER. Mahala Ann was the sister of Amanda who married Frank’s father. She died 5 Mar 1947, Farmersburg, Indiana.
    Frank took his nephew, William Philip FRAKES (See Chapter 16) from the orphanage, only after he was old enough to work on the farm. He was very hard on him. Corda was a very nice, caring person and treated Willie like he was her own. After Uncle Frank died, Aunt Corda moved into Farmersburg. She rented the farm to a Bet and David.
    On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows John F. and Corda M. FRAKES living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was John's nephew, William P. FRAKES Mar 1889 (See 1-2 above). John was listed as a carpenter.
    On 21 Apr 1910, the census shows John F. and Cordie M. FRAKES living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. John was a carpenter.
    On 15 Jan 1920, the census shows John F. and Corda FRAKES living in Linton Tonwhsip, Vigo County, Indiana. John was a farmer

Child of Joseph John Franklin and Corda (HUNGER) FRAKES:

3-1. John FRAKES. He died young 7 Mar 1908.

Mary Elizabeth FRAKES, born 30 Jan 1869, Vigo County, Indiana.
    Mary married George M. HALL 29 Dec 1889, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was born 1869, Indiana.
    On 9 Jun 1900, the census shows George and Mary E. HALL living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were their children Herschel Nov 1890, Herbert Dec 1892 and Herman Oct 1897. George was a farmer.
    On 29 Apr 1910, the census shows George M. and Mary E. HALL living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were children Herschel age 19, Herbert age 17, Herman age 12 and Hazel age 8. George was a farmer.
    On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows George M. and Mary E. HALL living in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana. With them were children Herman age 22 and Hazel age 18. George was a truck drive for a mill. Herman was a automobile mechanic.
    On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows George M. and Mary E. HALL living in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana with their daughter and son-in-law, Aaron and Hazel KRUSE. George was working in a bakery.

Children of George M. and Mary Elizabeth (FRAKES) HALL:

4-1. Herschel B. HALL, born Nov 1890, Sullivan County, Indiana.

Herschel married Nellie ___?___ .

On 2 Apr 1930, the census shows Herschel and Nellie HALL living in Curry Township, Sullilvan County, Illinois. They were living next to Herschel's Aunt Rosa (FRAKES) RAILSBACK. Herschel was working at a mill and farming. His home was valued at $5,000.00.

4-2. Leslie Herbert HALL, born Dec 1892, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Leslie married Daisy ___?___. She was born 1895/96, Indiana.

On 10 Jan 1920, the census shows Herbert and Daisy HALL were living in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their daughter Mary. L. age 1 month. Herbert was a truck driver for Coke.

4-2-1. Mary L. HALL, born Dec 1919, Indiana.

4-3. Herman HALL, born 27 Oct 1897, Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. He died Mar 1978, Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana.
Herman married Anna Mayree RAPSON 12 Jul 1925, Terre Haute, Indiana. She was born 5 Feb 1895, Terre Haute, Indiana.
On 13 Apr 1930, the census shows Herman and Anna M. HALL were living in Terre Haute, Indiana. His house was valued at $6,000.00. Herman was a auto mechanic.

4-3-1. child HALL.

4-4. Hazel L. HALL, born 2 Jan 1902, Sullivan County, Indiana. She died 22 Jan 1998. Last place of residence was Luverne, Rock County, Minnesota.
Hazel married Aaron KRUSE 1924/25, Indiana. Aaron was born 21 Jun 1904, Indiana. He died Sep 1983. Last place of residence was Luverne, Rock County, Minnesota.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows Aaron (35) and Hazel L. (28) KRUSE living at 721 South 18th Street, Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their son, Clarence E. 11 months old. and Hazel's parents, George M. and Mary E. HALL. Aaron owned his home and it was valued at $6,100.00. Aaron was a butcher. Child of Aaron and Hazel (HALL) KRUSE:

4-4-1. Clarence E. KRUSE, born 1929, Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana.

Philip "Dutch" FRAKES, born 27 Dec 1874. He died Sep 1945 at the age of 70.
    Philip married Mary Ellen GASKINS. She was born 1877/78, daughter of William and Malinda GASKINS.
    On 14 Jun 1900, the census shows Philip and Mary E. FRAKES living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. He was a farmer.
    On 15 Apr 1910, the census shows Phillip and Ellen FRAKES were living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was son Loren FRAKES age 9. The census shows that Ellen had given birth to 6 children and only 1 was living at time of census. Philip was a farmer. They lived next to Ellen's parents.
    On 12 Sep 1918, Philip was inducted into the United States Military. He had blue eyes and brown hair.
    On 10 Jan 1920, the census shows Philipp and Ella FRAKES living in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana. With them was their son Loren age 18. Philip was a laborer in a Machine Shop. They owned their own home.
    On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows Philip and Ella FRAKES living in Linton Township, Vigo County, Indiana. Philip was farming. They owned their own home.

Child of Philip and Mary Ellen (GASKINS) FRAKES:

6-1. Loren FRAKES, born 1900/01, Vigo or Sullivan County, Indiana. Loren died 15 May 1954, Vigo County, Indiana, at the age of 53.
    Loren married Anna Dare ROME.

Rosa B. FRAKES, born 29 Jun 1878. She died 27 Mar 1945, Sullivan County, Indiana.
    Rosa married Tilden RAILSBACK, 23 Jan 1896. He was born 9 Jan 1877, son of Ellis D. and Martha Elizabeth (COPPLE) RAILSBACK. He died 1949. They are buried at West Lawn Cemetery, Farmersburg, Indiana.
    On 2 June 1900, the census shows Tilden and Rosa B. RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their daughter Esther Nov 1898. Rosa had given birth to 2 children and only 1 was living at time of census.
    On 5 May 1910, the census shows Tilden and Rose B. RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them were children Lois M. age 5 and Lawrence age 1. Tilden was a farmer.
    On 1 Jan 1920, the census shows Tilden and Rosa B. RAILSBACK living in Farmersburg, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was Lois M. age 15 and Lawrence age 11. Tilden was a Retail Grocery Merchant.
    On 2 Apr 1930, the census shows Tilden and Rose B. RAILSBACK living in Curry Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their son Larence age 21. Tilden was a farm laborer. He owned his own home, valued at $3,500.00. They lived next to Rose's nephew Herschel and Nellie HALL.
    In 1942, Tilden was in an insane asylum in Evansville, Indiana.

Children of Tilden and Rosa B. (FRAKES) TILDEN:

7-1. Lura L. RAILSBACK, born 28 Jun 1896. Died before 2 Jun 1900.

7-1. Lurrie RAILSBACK, born 19 Jul 1897. Died 25 Aug 1898.

7-2. Esther RAILSBACK, born 27 Nov 1898. She died before 1910.

7-3. Lois Marie RAILSBACK, born 13 Nov 1904, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Lois married Palmer THORNE, after Aug 1924. He was born 1895/96, Indiana. He died Jul 1939, Indiana.
On 12 Apr 1930, the census shows Palmer and Lois THORNE living in Fairbanks, Sullivan County, Indiana. With them was their son Richard age 7. Palmer worked in the oil field.

7-3-1. Richard THORNE, born 1922/23, Indiana.

7-4. Lawrence RAILSBACK, born 5 Aug 1908, Sullivan County, Indiana. He died 11 Dec 1979, Sullivan County, Indiana, buried Odd Fellows Cemetery, Sullivan County, Indiana.
Lawrence married Dorothy PADGETT.

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***United States Federal Census Records (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.).
***United StatesSocial Security Records.
***World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918.
***Church Records.
***Marriage Records of Indiana.
***Cemetery Records and Grave Stones.
***TriStar Tribune - Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana.
***Tribune - Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana.
***Information on back of family photographs.
***Letters written to William Philip Frakes in first half of the 20th century.
***Some information came from Nina Howlett Frakes of San Mateo, California. Her book: “Descendants of Philip and Phoebe (Case) Frakes.” Revised Edition, 1984. In her book, she went to great lengths to use only accurate and documented information.

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Compiled by:
Stephen P.H. Frakes
(Great-Great-Grandson of William Frakes)
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com

Updated: 15 January 2009

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