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- Louis Marion Bradley was born near Ava in Jackson County, Illinois Oct 14, 1851. There he lived on a farm with his parents until he was fourteen when they moved to Desoto. He passed away in this city, Sunday, noon Sep 30, 1917. He attended Southern Illinois Normal University, where he met Mary Williamson, who later became his wife. He graduated from Washington University, St Louis, where he received his professional education. His law practice began in Mound City where he held his office until the time of his death. There he was a States Attorney for nearly eighteen years. At the time time of his decease, he had been for more that twenty years local attorney of Pulaski County for Illinois Central.
His ability as a lawyer is shown by the fact that he was a member not only of the local and state bar association, but also Federal Bar Association with Power of Attorney before Supreme Court of the United States, a privilege few lawyers acquire. He belonged to the Masonic Fraternity, with all the excellent qualities of an ideal Mason, but he was a lover of home and everyone was sure to find him there.
Besides his household which consists of his wife, Mary Williamson, his daughter Lucile Bradley, his son Lloyd Bradley, he is survived by two sisters and two brothers. They are: Mrs C C Davis, Desoto; Mr C M Bradley, Murphysboro, Mr George Bradley, Nampa, Idaho and Mrs Ollie Bagwell, Johnston City.
The deceased was a consistent member of the church from his earliest manhood and during his residence in Carbondale was devoted member of the Presbyterian church. He gave liberally not only to the church but to social, charity and temperance causes. He did not weary in his fight for right and humanity. He formed one of the big four who led the forces in sweeping saloons from Carbondale. Not stopping there, he later advised and directed the movement which prevented their return. As a lawyer no cases pleased him more than those in which he fought the liquor interest. This he did fearlessly and successfully.
His one sin was this fall to crown his long work week by winning the bond case now pending against our city. Children waylaid his path to hear his kind words and receive his remembrance of sweets. the Carbondale citizens have every found him a thoughtful friend and safe counselor. He was a man not afraid to thrust aside half truths and grasp the whole. He always looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. His life was an inspiration and his memory a benediction.
Funeral services will be conducted at the family residence, 406 Beverage street Tuesday afternoon at 2:30o'clock., Rev Being, minister of the congregational church will be in charge of the service and a few others who have been close friends of Judge Bradley will make short talks.
Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.
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1851 - 1917 (65 years)