GINES JOHN WESLEY

1867 - 1941  (73 years)

• Name	GINES JOHN WESLEY
  Born	25 Jun 1867	Sumner, Illinois
  Gender	Male
  Died	1 Jan 1941	Washington, IN
  Buried	5 Jan 1941	City Cemetery, Sumner, Illinois
  Person ID	I00243	Gynzer's Genealogy Database | Hans Landis Family
  Last Modified	29 Apr 2013

  
  

  Father	GEINES HENRY SILAS,   b. 11 Mar 1843, Lukin Twp., Lawrence County, Illinois ,   d. 19 Sep 1885, Lukin Twp., Lawrence County, Illinois.  (Age 42 years)
  Mother	HERRIN HANNAH ELIZABETH,   b. 13 Aug 1835, Putnam, Indiana; dob per Larry Herrin is 12 Jun 1836 ,   d. 27 Apr 1916, Steele Twp., Hyatt Station, Now Capehart; dod per Larry Herrin is 27 March 1916  (Age 80 years)
  Married	27 Sep 1866	Lawrence County, Illinois   [1]
  Family ID	F00094	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family	BURGET IDA MAE (MARY),   b. 13 Feb 1867, Sumner, Lawrence County, Illinois ,   d. 20 Dec 1946, Indpls., IN. Nursing Home; dod may be 12/16/46  (Age 79 years)
  Married	24 Nov 1887	M. at res by W. H. Wagy; witnessed by Emma Wagy, minister's wife, & Isis Kilgore
  Children	+ 1. GINES ROLLA HARRISON,   b. 19 Jan 1889, Dob may be January 18, 1889; 19th is from family Bible ,   d. 12 Mar 1979, Washington, Indiana.  (Age 90 years)   2. GINES NORA (NORAH) ETHEL,   b. 30 Jul 1890,   d. 6 Oct 1898, Buried City Cem., Sumner, Illinois  (Age 8 years) + 3. GINES RAYMOND IRAL (IRA) (IRL),   b. 3 Mar 1892, Dob may be March 13, 1892. ,   d. 19 May 1969, Bloomington,Vigo Co., IN.; Dod may be 3/19/69.  (Age 77 years) + 4. GINES ORAL NORVAL,   b. 2 Sep 1894, Sumner or Billet Station, Illinois; or Bridgeport, Il. ,   d. 10 Jul 1962, Vincennes, IN., Good Samaratan Hosp.  (Age 67 years) + 5. GINES ISIS MATILDA,   b. 22 Jun 1898, Lawrence County, Illinois ,   d. 28 Dec 1958, DOD ?? 12/27/59; buried Plainville Cemetery, Plainville, Indiana.  (Age 60 years) + 6. GINES DOROTHY BURGET,   b. 19 Feb 1906, Vincennes, Indiana ,   d. 18 Jun 1982, Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA; Bd. Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.  (Age 76 years) + 7. GINES HERALD MARSHALL,   b. 10 Dec 1911, Taswell, Crawford County, Indiana. ,   d. 21 Feb 1993, Good Samaritan Hosp.,Vincennes,Indiana.  (Age 81 years)  [Birth]
  Family ID	F00093	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

• Photos » Slide Show		John Welsey and Ida Mae Gines John Welsey and Ida Mae Gines
  		John Wesley Gines Family at Store around 1908 Description from David Burgett: In this picture of a store, the lady on the left is Ida and John W. is in the doorway. Again this is ca 1908. .... On the back of the picture in pencil is 'J W Gines Vincennes Indiana lived upstairs' also, 'Aunt Ida', 'Ray Post dark suit', and up toward the top about where the old woman on the balcony is, it says Aunt Susan. I do not know who Aunt Susan is. The woman in the picture is to old to be Susan Burget, Ida's sister. Note from Ron Gines: If the woman on the Balcony is Susan Jane Burgett and this photo was taken in 1908, then she would be 38 years old in this picture.
  		John Wesley Gines Family The following was provided by David Burgett: The Second picture is your Gines family ca 1908. The three young men in the back are, as I'm sure you probably know, Rolla, Raymond and Oral. Then John Wesley, Isis & Ida. The young lady in the front is Dorothy.
  		Gines, John Wesley Gines, John Wesley

  
  

  Documents » Slide Show		Death Certificate for John W. Gines (File Name says BirthCert, but this is the Death Cert).
  		Gines, John Wesley - Newspaper announcement of show store buyout. Gines, John Wesley - Newspaper announcement of show store buyout. 1901 Sumner Press, Lawrence Co. , IL
  		Gines, John Wesley - Newspaper Announcement of Lena Landis visiting Gines, John Wesley - Newspaper Announcement of Lena Landis visiting. Sumner Press, Lawrence Co. , IL
  		Gines, John W. - Shoe Store Ad Gines, John W. - Shoe Store Ad 1901 Sumner Press, Lawrence Co. , IL

  
  

  Histories		John W. Gines Obituary John W. Gines passes away on New Year's Day. Funeral Services to be held Sunday Morning at 11 o'clock. John W. Gines, 73, living on Washington route one, died at his ome at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday morning. He had been ill since November 1939 and in a serious condition since last September 1. A native of Sumner, Illinois, Mr. Gines was born June 25, 1867. He was the son of Henry and Hannah E. (Herrin) Gines, and was educated in the Sumner schools. Mr. Gines followed the occupation of farming. He came to this county 26 years ago last March. He is survived by his wife, Ida M. Gines, whom he married November 24, 1887, and the following children: Rolla H. and Oral N. Gines, both of Washington; Herald M. Gines, of Washington rural route; Ray I. Gines and Mrs. Dorothy B. Riggs, both of Bloomington; and Mrs. Isis M. Hoss, Washington rural route. Another daughter, Nora E. Gines, is deceased. Mr. Gines was a member of the Free Methodist Church and one of its most enthusiastic supporters. He was a highly esteemed citizen. Friends may call at the family residence. Funeral services will be held Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at the Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Mr. Fletcher and the Rev. Leroy McDowell in charge, and burial at Sumner, Illinois.
  		John W. and Ida Mae Gines Golden Wedding Anniversary WILL OBSERVE GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Gines, who live north of the Longfellow school at the north edge of Washington, will have open house Thursday from 2 to 4 o'clock, at which time they will welcome friends in observance of their Golden Wedding Anniversary. John W. Gines was born on June 25, 1867, and Ida M. Burget was born February 13, 1867, both near Sumner, Illinois. They grew up within two miles of each other, attended day school together at old Center, and also Sunday school at old Wesley Chapel. They were married at the age of 20 years and have spent 50 years of happily married life together. Seven children blessed their union, four being residents of this city and two of Bloomington, whle the seventh died at Sumner, Illinois at the age of nine years. Mr. and Mrs. Gines have been in business in Sumner, for five years, and then came to Daviess county 23 years ago, being at Hyatt Station for 13 years before buying the home where they now reside. For over 30 years the couple have been Bible Christians, keeping up the family altar in the home, and tithing their income and attending and supporting the Free Methodist Church of Washington and other worthy institutions. The aged couple have revealed their motto as "Ready to Live or Ready to Die". They are reported ready and willing to go day or night to pray for or help in any way the sick or dying. Names of children and grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Gines are as follows: Oral N. Gines, and two children, Donald Ray and Carolyn Sue. Rolla H. Gines, and three children, Nelline, Edwin and Forrest. Ray Gines, of Bloomington, and three children, Junior, Joyce and John Thomas. Herald Gines and children, Ronald and David. Mrs. John Riggs, of Bloomington, and children, Archer and Joan. Isis Hoss, of Hyatt Station and children, Ruth, Dorothy, Helen, Geneva, Virginia, Eleanor, Darlene, John and Paul. Nora Gines, a daughter, died at the age of nine years. ====== Wanda L. Gines has in her files the handwritten list of guests attending their golden wedding celebration.
  		John W Gines Obituary J. W. Gines dies following long illness. Funeral Sunday Morning for Well Known Local Farmer. John W. Gines, 73, well known farmer of Washington twp., died at 5:30 o'clock Wed. morning at the family home, about half a mile north of the Longfellow school on the Edwardsport Road. Death of the well known man was attributed to a complication of ailments, and came after a lingering illness which began in November a year ago. He had been serviously ill since last September. Native of Sumner, Ill., the deceased was born June 25, 1867. He was a son of Henry and Hannah E. (Herrin) Gines and spent his early life in the Sumner community. He came to Daviess county 26 years ago last March and had resided here since that time. Married on November 24, 1887, Mr. Gines is survived by the wife, Ida M. (Burget) Gines. Six of seven children born to the union also survive. They are Rolla H. Gines of Washington, Ray I. Gines of Bloomington, Oral N. Gines of Washington, Isis M. Hoss of Washington, R. R. Dorothy B. Riggs of Bloomington, and Herald M. Gines of Washington R. R. A daughter, Nora E. Gines, is deceased. There also are 25 grand children and 3 great-grandchildren surviving. Mr. Gines was a devoted member of the Free Methodist Church of this city, and had been quite active in past years in developing young men for the ministry. Several of these will participate in the final rites for Mr. Gines. Funeral services have been arranged for 11 o'clock Sunday morning, and will be held at the Free Methodist church. Rev. Fletcher and Rev. McDowell will have charge, with burial following in Sumner, Illinois. The body of Mr. Gines has been returned to the family home, after burial preparation at the Gill Funeral Chapel. Friends may call at the home to pay respects.
  		John W. Gines Obituary OBITUARY OF J. W. GINES We are taught in the work of God that man was created a little lower than the angels. Whatever this may mean to us, we are sure that the Marvelous Cabinet consisting of reason, Will, and Conscience, are God-given powers and by these man is distinguished from the beasts sof the field with capacity for higher rational life and Spiritual insight. To this truth John Wesley Gines was awakened years ago by the birth of a moral personality. In Bible terms we wold say he was "born again" or truly converted to Jesus, and later saw the consistency of the teaching of God's word relation to the doctrine of heart holiness, and our ransom powers being fully dedicated to God. This was the experience that gave this good man a never dying zeal and fervor for the salvation of men and the prosperity of the cause of Christ. It was the indwelling of the Holy Spirit that pressed the matter of a place of worship upon the heart of Bro. Gines while living near Taswell Crawford County Indiana. There was no finance and not many people interested but despite the prevailing indifference and unfavorable surroundings - his faith touoched the God of Miracles and the church was erected. Grand revivals followed and many who were converted to Christunder the labors of John Gines have long since gone to their heavenly reward. It was almost 26 years ago since Bro. Gines located in Daviess County North of Washington. Again the revival fire was kindled in his heart and plans were set in operation for an ingathering of Souls. As a result of this inspiration more than one hundred and fifty people were converted to Christ in the old theater building on West VanTrees St. and a Free Methodist Church organized with forty-four Charter members. Later followed the erection of the building, we worship in today. Bro. Gines has served the Church through all the reverses and problems that are common to those who carry responsibility in religious activities. Many times has he been elected as delegate to the Annual Conference of his Church. Also served as Local Preacher, Class Leader and Chairman of various committees. Yet with an humble attitude and congenial Spirit he won the hearts and love of many people in and outside of Church circles. We would not forget while we mention the many virtues of this good man that a consecrated devoted mother in Israel shared her life in all the efforts which were crowned with success. Ida M. Burget to whom he was married November 24, 1887. Never failed to play the part of a faithful wife and an affectionate mother. For 53 years they have journeyed together and reared a family of six children. One having died at an early age. Living are Rolla H. Gines, Washington, Indiana; Ray I. Gines, Bloomington, Indiana; Oral N. Gines, Washington, Indiana; Isis M. Hoss, Washington, Indiana; Dorothy B.Riggs, Bloomington, Indiana; and Herald M.Gines, Washington, Indiana beside 23 grand children and 3 great grand children. Well done thou good and faithful servant, are the words of our dear Lord. Your toils have won for you a crown, up here is your reward. What glorious things you shall behold. Eye hath not seen nor hath ear heard. But mansions fair so we are told, are for the saints so says the Lord.

  
  

  Census Documents » Slide Show		1880 Henry Geines Census 1880 Henry Geines and Henry S. Geines Census Page from www.ancestry.com ================= Henry Geines: 1880 Lawrence Co, IL census records: Henry Gines, 67 years old, farmer, born in PA, both parents born in PA Easter, 66, born in PA, parents born in PA (this is obviously incorrect.) Catharine, 31, born IL Easter, 22, born in IL They are living a few houses away from Henry Silas Gines.
  		1900 US Census with John Wesley Geines Name: John N Geines [John Wesley Geines] [John N Gines] [John W Geinss] Age: 32 Birth Date: Jun 1867 Birthplace: Illinois Home in 1900:Christy, Lawrence, Illinois[Lawrence] Race: White Gender: Male Relation to Head of House: Head Marital Status: Married Spouse's Name: Mary I Geines Marriage Year: 1888 Years married: 12 Father's Birthplace: Indiana Mother's name: Hannah Geines Mother's Birthplace: Illinois Occupation: View on Image Neighbors: View others on page Household Members: Name Age John N Geines 32 Mary I Geines 33 Rolla Geines 11 Raymond Geines 8 Oral Geines 5 Isis Geines 1 Hannah Geines 63 Alvin Geines 19 Ancestry.com. 1900 United States Federal Census [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2004. Original data: United States of America, Bureau of the Census. Twelfth Census of the United States, 1900. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 1900. T623, 1854 rolls.
  		1910 - United Stated Federal Census - Gines, John W. 1910 - United Stated Federal Census - Gines, John W
  		1920 - United States Federal Census - Gines, John W. FormHeader: State Indiana FormHeader: County Daviess FormHeader: Township State Twp Precinct No 2 FormHead: Date 10-Jan-1920 FormHead: Sheet Number 4A 1) Street: 2) House Number: FM 3) Number of Household: 63 4) Number of Family: 65 5) Name: Gines, John W Ida Dorothy Harold 6) Relation to Head of House: Head Wife daughter son 7) Home Owned or Rented: Owned 8) If Owned, Free or Mortg. Free 9) Gender: Male Female Female Male 10) Race: White White White 11) Age: 52 52 13 8 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1868 abt 1868 abt 1907 abt 1912 12) Marital Status: Married Married Single Single 13) Year of Immigration: - - - - 14) Naturalized or alien - - - - 15) If Nat: What Year? - - - - 16) Attended School or College: yes yes 17) Able to read yes yes yes yes 18) Able to write yes yes yes yes 19) Birthplace: Illinois Illinois Indiana Indiana 20) Mother Tongue: 21) Father Birthplace: Illinois Pennsylvania Illinois Illinois 22) Father Mother Tongue: 23) Mother Birthplace: Kentuky Ohio Illinois Illinois 24) Mother Mother Tongue: 25) Able to Speak English yes yes yes yes 26) Trace, Profession or work Farmer None None None 27) Industry or establishment Milk? Farm 28) Employer, sal/wage, own own 29) Number on Farm Schedule 50 Link to 1920 Census discription page
  		1930 - United State Federal Census - Gines, John W FormHeader: State Indiana FormHeader: County Daviess FormHeader: Township Washington FormHead: Date 14-Apr-1930 FormHead: Sheet Number 8B 1) Street: Edwardsport Road 2) House Number: 3) Number of Household: 145 145 145 4) Number of Family: 151 151 151 5) Name: Gines, John W Ida M Harrold 6) Relation to Head of House: Head Wife H Son 7) Home Owned or Rented: Rented 8) Home Value or Rent: 4200 9) Radio Set 10) Live on a farm? yes yes yes 11) Gender: Male Female Male 12) Race: White White White 13) Age: 62 63 18 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1868 abt 1867 abt 1912 14) Marital Status: Married Married Single 15) Age at first marriage 20 21 16) Attended School or College: No No yes 17) Able to read and write yes yes yes 18) Birthplace: Indiana Illinois Indiana 19) Father birthplace United States Illinois Indiana 20) Mother birthplace United States Ohio Illinois 21) Language before US 22) Year of immigration 23) Natualization 24) Able to speak English yes yes yes 25) Occupation Trucking House Student 26) Industry Farm 27) Class of Worker O 28) At work yesterday yes 29) Unemployment Schedule 30) Veteran 31) What War? 32) Number on Farm Schedule 91 Link to 1930 Census discription page
  		1940 Census with Herald Marshall Gines FormHeader: State Indiana FormHeader: County Daviess FormHeader: Township Washington FormHead: Date 2-May-1940 FormHead: Sheet Number 8B 1) Street: Edwardsport Road 2) House Number: 3) Number of Household: 166 166 166 166 167 167 168 168 4) Home Owned or Rented: Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Rented Rented 5) Home Value or Rent: 1800 1000 6 6) Farm (Y/N): No Yes No 7) Name: Harold Gines Viola Ronald David John W. Gines Ida Berlin Gaither Lucille 8) Relation to Head of House: Head Wife Son Son Head Wife Head Wife 9) Gender: Male Female Male Male Male Female Male Female 10) Race: White White White White White White White White 11) Age: 28 26 4 2 72 73 22 19 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1912 abt 1914 abt 1936 abt 1938 abt 1868 abt 1867 abt 1918 abt 1921 12) Marital Status: Married Married Single Single Married Married Married Married 13) Attended School or College: No No No No No No No No 14) Highest Grade Completed: HS 3 HS 4 0 0 6 6 HS 1 HS 4 15) Birthplace: Indiana Missouri Indiana Indiana Illinois Illinois Illinois Missouri 16) Citizenship 17) 1935 City Washington Washington Washington Washington Ontario Washington 18) 1935 County Daviess Daviess Daviess Daviess Vernon Daviess 19) 1935 State Indiana Indiana Indiana Indiana Wisconsin Indiana 20) 1935 Farm No No 21) Work for Pay/Profit Yes No No No No 22) Public Emergency Work - No No No No 23) Seeking Work - No No Yes No 24) If Not Seeking-have job - No No - No 25) Housework/School/Oth - Unable Housework - Housework 26) Hours worked/wk 40 27) Unemployment Length 2 28) Trade/Profession Carpenter Filling Station Attendant 29) Industry/Business Public Buildings Gasoline Filling Station 30) Class of Worker pw pw 31) Weeks worked in 1939 33 0 0 43 32) Money/Wages/Salary 500 0 0 468 23 33) Number on Farm Sched. 42 Link to 1940 Census discription page

  
  

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  Wanda L. Gines has marriage license for John W. Gines and Ida M. Burget. Born Sumner, Illinois, Lawrence County. Moved to Tunnel Hill, English, Crawford County, Indiana. Moved to Davies County approximately 1914. PRESS NOTES John W. Gines passes away on New Year's Day. Funeral Services to be held Sunday Morning at 11 o'clock. John W. Gines, 73, living on Washington route one, died at his ome at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday morning. He had been ill since November 1939 and in a serious condition since last September 1. A native of Sumner, Illinois, Mr. Gines was born June 25, 1867. He was the son of Henry and Hannah E. (Herrin) Gines, and was educated in the Sumner schools. Mr. Gines followed the occupation of farming. He came to this county 26 years ago last March. He is survived by his wife, Ida M. Gines, whom he married November 24, 1887, and the following children: Rolla H. and Oral N. Gines, both of Washington; Herald M. Gines, of Washington rural route; Ray I. Gines and Mrs. Dorothy B. Riggs, both of Bloomington; and Mrs. Isis M. Hoss, Washington rural route. Another daughter, Nora E. Gines, is deceased. Mr. Gines was a member of the Free Methodist Church and one of its most enthusiastic supporters. He was a highly esteemed citizen. Friends may call at the family residence. Funeral services will be held Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at the Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Mr. Fletcher and the Rev. Leroy McDowell in charge, and burial at Sumner, Illinois. WILL OBSERVE GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Gines, who live north of the Longfellow school at the north edge of Washington, will have open house Thursday from 2 to 4 o'clock, at which time they will welcome friends in observance of their Golden Wedding Anniversary. John W. Gines was born on June 25, 1867, and Ida M. Burget was born February 13, 1867, both near Sumner, Illinois. They grew up within two miles of each other, attended day school together at old Center, and also Sunday school at old Wesley Chapel. They were married at the age of 20 years and have spent 50 years of happily married life together. Seven children blessed their union, four being residents of this city and two of Bloomington, whle the seventh died at Sumner, Illinois at the age of nine years. Mr. and Mrs. Gines have been in business in Sumner, for five years, and then came to Daviess county 23 years ago, being at Hyatt Station for 13 years before buying the home where they now reside. For over 30 years the couple have been Bible Christians, keeping up the family altar in the home, and tithing their income and attending and supporting the Free Methodist Church of Washington and other worthy institutions. The aged couple have revealed their motto as "Ready to Live or Ready to Die". They are reported ready and willing to go day or night to pray for or help in any way the sick or dying. Names of children and grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Gines are as follows: Oral N. Gines, and two children, Donald Ray and Carolyn Sue. Rolla H. Gines, and three children, Nelline, Edwin and Forrest. Ray Gines, of Bloomington, and three children, Junior, Joyce and John Thomas. Herald Gines and children, Ronald and David. Mrs. John Riggs, of Bloomington, and children, Archer and Joan. Isis Hoss, of Hyatt Station and children, Ruth, Dorothy, Helen, Geneva, Virginia, Eleanor, Darlene, John and Paul. Nora Gines, a daughter, died at the age of nine years. Wanda L. Gines has in her files the handwritten list of guests attending their golden wedding celebration. PRESS NOTES J. W. Gines dies following long illness. Funeral Sunday Morning for Well Known Local Farmer. John W. Gines, 73, well known farmer of Washington twp., died at 5:30 o'clock Wed. morning at the family home, about half a mile north of the Longfellow school on the Edwardsport Road. Death of the well known man was attributed to a complication of ailments, and came after a lingering illness which began in November a year ago. He had been serviously ill since last September. Native of Sumner, Ill., the deceased was born June 25, 1867. He was a son of Henry and Hannah E. (Herrin) Gines and spent his early life in the Sumner community. He came to Daviess county 26 years ago last March and had resided here since that time. Married on November 24, 1887, Mr. Gines is survived by the wife, Ida M. (Burget) Gines. Six of seven children born to the union also survive. They are Rolla H. Gines of Washington, Ray I. Gines of Bloomington, Oral N. Gines of Washington, Isis M. Hoss of Washington, R. R. Dorothy B. Riggs of Bloomington, and Herald M. Gines of Washington R. R. A daughter, Nora E. Gines, is deceased. There also are 25 grand children and 3 great-grandchildren surviving. Mr. Gines was a devoted member of the Free Methodist Church of this city, and had been quite active in past years in developing young men for the ministry. Several of these will participate in the final rites for Mr. Gines. Funeral services have been arranged for 11 o'clock Sunday morning, and will be held at the Free Methodist church. Rev. Fletcher and Rev. McDowell will have charge, with burial following in Sumner, Illinois. The body of Mr. Gines has been returned to the family home, after burial preparation at the Gill Funeral Chapel. Friends may call at the home to pay respects. OBITUARY OF J. W. GINES We are taught in the work of God that man was created a little lower than the angels. Whatever this may mean to us, we are sure that the Marvelous Cabinet consisting of reason, Will, and Conscience, are God-given powers and by these man is distinguished from the beasts sof the field with capacity for higher rational life and Spiritual insight. To this truth John Wesley Gines was awakened years ago by the birth of a moral personality. In Bible terms we wold say he was "born again" or truly converted to Jesus, and later saw the consistency of the teaching of God's word relation to the doctrine of heart holiness, and our ransom powers being fully dedicated to God. This was the experience that gave this good man a never dying zeal and fervor for the salvation of men and the prosperity of the cause of Christ. It was the indwelling of the Holy Spirit that pressed the matter of a place of worship upon the heart of Bro. Gines while living near Taswell Crawford County Indiana. There was no finance and not many people interested but despite the prevailing indifference and unfavorable surroundings - his faith touoched the God of Miracles and the church was erected. Grand revivals followed and many who were converted to Christunder the labors of John Gines have long since gone to their heavenly reward. It was almost 26 years ago since Bro. Gines located in Daviess County North of Washington. Again the revival fire was kindled in his heart and plans were set in operation for an ingathering of Souls. As a result of this inspiration more than one hundred and fifty people were converted to Christ in the old theater building on West VanTrees St. and a Free Methodist Church organized with forty-four Charter members. Later followed the erection of the building, we worship in today. Bro. Gines has served the Church through all the reverses and problems that are common to those who carry responsibility in religious activities. Many times has he been elected as delegate to the Annual Conference of his Church. Also served as Local Preacher, Class Leader and Chairman of various committees. Yet with an humble attitude and congenial Spirit he won the hearts and love of many people in and outside of Church circles. We would not forget while we mention the many virtues of this good man that a consecrated devoted mother in Israel shared her life in all the efforts which were crowned with success. Ida M. Burget to whom he was married November 24, 1887. Never failed to play the part of a faithful wife and an affectionate mother. For 53 years they have journeyed together and reared a family of six children. One having died at an early age. Living are Rolla H. Gines, Washington, Indiana; Ray I. Gines, Bloomington, Indiana; Oral N. Gines, Washington, Indiana; Isis M. Hoss, Washington, Indiana; Dorothy B.Riggs, Bloomington, Indiana; and Herald M.Gines, Washington, Indiana beside 23 grand children and 3 great grand children. Well done thou good and faithful servant, are the words of our dear Lord. Your toils have won for you a crown, up here is your reward. What glorious things you shall behold. Eye hath not seen nor hath ear heard. But mansions fair so we are told, are for the saints so says the Lord. Wanda L. Gines has funeral book with the following information: In Memory of John Wesley Gines Born Sumner, Illinois, June 25, 1867 Entered into rest Washington, Indiana, January 1, 1941 73 yrs. 6 mo. 6 days Interment Sumner, Illinois, January 5, 1941; 2:30 p.m. Father's Father Henry Geines Father's Mother Easter (Ester) Geines Father Henry S. Geines Mother Hannah E. Herrin Gines Deceased John Wesley Gines Wedded to Ida Mary Burget Other Members of Family: Rolla Harrison Gines Raymond Irl Gines Nora Ethel Gines (deceased) Oral Norval Gines Isis Matilda Gines Hoss Dorothy Burget Gines Riggs Herald Marshall Gines Services: Washington, Indiana Free Methodist Church January 5, 1941; 11:00 a.m. Officiating: Rev. Leroy McDowell Rev. Noah Fletcher Other Speakers: James Bright Ralph Bright Cleo Denbo Elmer Riggs Clayton Cassidy Rex Fortner Music: Jesus Lover of My Soul He Hideth My Soul Asleep in Jesus Will the Circle Be Unbroken Selections Rendered by: Ina Horton Rena Green Dorothy Horton Hazel Horton Noah Fletcher Guy Horton William Horton Elmer Riggs Bearers: A. M Perkins Walter Hand Ray Tharpe Rodney Delphia Alvin McCracken Clifford Chattin Note on back of sales slip carried in his billfold. Just one year ago today the dearest flower on earth to me was taken away to be with God who gave her to me for awhile and in our ups and downs and our trials we shared such (maybe it's each) other love we had our heart aches and so on but through God there is some day we may join hands again around God's white throng. Wanda L. Gines has what remains of the Local Preacher's License for J. W. Gines for Wabash Conference. The bottom was eaten away so we do not know the date or the superintendent. There was a page in the family bible entitled: "Family temperance Pledge" Believing it to be better for all we, the undersigned solemnly promise, by the help fo God, to abstain from the use of all intoxicating drinks as a beverage. The following signatures appear below this: J. W. Gines, Rolla H. Gines, Raymond I. Gines, and Oral N. Gines. A document was found dated Mt. Carmel, Ill., Nove. 3rd, 1904. In consideration of Two Hundred received of J. W. Geines, I hereby sell and transfer to J. W. Geines a 1/32 interest in the lease of 80 acres more or less on the farms of H. L. Herrod, M. E. Eggleston G'd'n and J. M. Baker in Allen County Ohio, and I agree to drill one test well into the Trenton Rock sand without further cost to said parties. These leases provide for one sixth (1/6) of the oil to go to the land owner and a money consideration for the gas if used off the premises. H. J. Rodgers (difficult to read/may not be correct) WARRANTY DEED, City of Sumner, Ill. to John W. Gines, Sumner, Ill. This Indenture Witnesseth, that the grantors H. A. Murphy Mayor and wife Christy, city clerk of the City of Sumner in the county of Lawrence and State of Illinois for and in consideration of the sum of Five dollars, in hand paid. conveys and warrants to John W. Gines of the City of Sumner County of Lawrence and State of Illinois the following described Real Estate, to-wit: Lot #124 in Second addition to City Cemetery situated in the City of Sumner in the County of Lawrence in the State of Illinois hereby releasing and waiving all rights under and by virture of the Homesteach Exemption Laws of this State. Dated, this 8th day of October, A. D.: 189 signed by: H. A. Murphy, Mayor Wife Christy City Clerk

  
  

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