The Marble Hill Press, Marble Hill, MO January 21, 1909

Proffer-Estes. At Whitewater Valley farm, near Burfordville, the beautiful home of the bride's parents, Jan. 6, W. L. Proffer of Cotton Plant, Ark., and Miss Birdie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Estes, were united in marriage, Rev. Browning of the Jackson Presbyterian church--amid performing the beautiful and impressive ceremony of his church in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. An then came the dinner, consisting of the best of everything that old Cape Girardeau could afford. Miss Flossie Kurre was hostess, searting at the table and the bride and groom first, as is the custom; the minister and guests according to age. The feasting lasted until about 8 o'clock. On the 7th, the young couple, with a number of invited guests, enjoyed a fine dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Proffer, the parents of the groom. Mr. Proffer is a promising young lawyer and he and his bride will make their home at Cotton Plant, Ark. The bridal presents were (gives a full listing of wedding gifts from the guests who are named).