A while back there was a note about the old newspapers being thrown out due to a lack of space. I think they were at the library. Can anyone tell me whether the papers were rescued or not? Secondly, I am hunting for infomation regarding my ancestor, Richard W. Cummins, an Indian agent and a member of Missouri's first General Assembly. I can't determine where he was when he died, although there was some sketchy information in Bates County will records. Others in the family were in Bates County and I've found cemetery records. I can't believe there isn't more available on this guy. If anyone out there can lead me to a good source, I'd appreciate it.