In a message dated 6/20/01 7:04:27 PM Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: > It is certainly a remarkable package. Very easy to use, but there are some > missing families. I have a Kiehl family in Gasconade County, MO. Have > located them on the 1880 census for Gasconade County, but did not find them > listed in this package from LDS. I am still very pleased with the > investment. > > Did you have the page number reference for your Kiehl family? I have found a few typos/ misinterpretations. My Draffens in Cooper County were listed as Drafeens (or something like that). It was definitely them, due to the first names and ages. I have tried some creative tactics to find some of my families, but I only found the above Draffens when I was looking at all the families in the county. Kathleen Ellis Red Oak, Texas

Thanks Kathleen, I do have the page number, and I'll try looking at all the families in Gasconade family. Great advise. Finding this is important to me because I learned from the digital census that great-grandmother Anna, who was Mrs. Simon Kiehl, had remarried after Simon died and I couldn't read the spelling of the man's name. Didn't know about this second marriage, or that she had the youngest daughter Laura by the man. Anna and daughter, Laura, are buried as Anna E. Kiehl and Laura Kiehl. What goes on here Anna? And what happened to What's His Name? Family history can be mighty mysterious :) I'm grateful for your help. Betty

I received the 1880 census package almost 3 weeks ago. I ordered it as soon as I read the article about it in Dick Eastman's online Newsletter. I have since heard the current printing is sold out and next printing (CD creating? - I don't know what to call it!) won't be ready until August. For those of you who are ordering now, no doubt LDS will give you the information regarding the availability. It is certainly a remarkable package. Very easy to use, but there are some missing families. I have a Kiehl family in Gasconade County, MO. Have located them on the 1880 census for Gasconade County, but did not find them listed in this package from LDS. I am still very pleased with the investment. Betty Collier

> Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--DEATH OF J. F. ROBERTS--J. Frank Roberts, twenty-two years old, died at seven o'clock Wednesday morning at his home three miles southwest of Clark. He is survived by a wife, father, James F. Roberts, and seven sisters, all of the vicinity of Clark. The funeral will be conducted by Rev. Herndon in the family home at ten o'clock Thursday morning. Interment in Fairview cemetery.--Moberly Monitor-Index.> This was James Frank ROBERTS, Jr. born 10 Jul 1896 near Clark to James Frank ROBERTS, Sr. and Mary Ellen 'Mollie' GOFF ROBERTS HARRIS. He was married to Eva G. HOARD. His sisters' names at the time of his death were Mrs. Ethel STOCKTON, Mrs. Hazel CALDWELL, Edith ROBERTS, Vada ROBERTS, Ruth ROBERTS, Mrs. Hallie WILLIAMS and Mrs. Eva WHITE. NOTE: His father was born James Frank SMITH and name was changed to ROBERTS when adopted by John H. ROBERTS.

In a message dated 6/19/01 3:41:54 PM Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: > how long did it take for your index to arrive > > I believe it took about 5 days for mine to arrive. Kathleen Ellis Red Oak, Tx

I just ordered my copy from Familysearch.com on the Net. I will let you all know when I get it. Susan Lane

Confederate Soldiers from Howard Co, Mo in Alton Prison, Alton IL http://www.altonweb.com/history/civilwar/confed/index.html Alton Prison in Alton, Illinois 1 Name: ADAMS, JESSE F Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 11/13/64 MT. VERNON, MO Died/Cause: 01/01/65 PNEUMONIA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 2 Name: BOMAN, WILLIAM Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/24/64 CASS CO., MO Died/Cause: 02/07/65 PNEUMONIA Buried: STATE GROUND ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 3 Name: CROWLEY, THOMAS C Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 ST. CLAIR CO., MI Died/Cause: 02/02/65 CHRONIC DIARRHEA Buried: STATE GROUND ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 4 Name: FORD, BENJAMIN F Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 CEDAR CO., MO Died/Cause: 01/03/65 CHRONIC DIARRHEA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 5 Name: FORD, JOSEPH W Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/25/64 HENRY CO., MO Died/Cause: 12/14/64 PNEUMONIA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 6 Name: MILLER, WILLIAM C Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/21/64 CEDAR CO., MO Died/Cause: 01/16/65 DIARRHEA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 7 Name: MURPHY, MOSES Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 11/09/64 CASSVILLE, MO Died/Cause: 03/23/65 CHRONIC DIARRHEA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 8 Name: MYERS, JOSEPH Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 11/15/64 FAYETTVILLE, ARK Died/Cause: 01/26/65 REM. FEVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 9 Name: PALMATERY, JAMES Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/12/64 FAYETTVILLE, ARK Died/Cause: 12/31/64 DIED IN QUARTERS(APOPLEXY) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 10 Name: PEACHER, JOSEPH Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/29/64 PATIS CO., MO Died/Cause: 12/28/64 CONG. INT. FEVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 11 Name: RASSON, JOSEPH H Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/26/64 CEDAR CO., MO Died/Cause: 01/07/65 INT. FEVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 12 Name: SHIPP, HIRAM B Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 HOWARD CO., MO Died/Cause: 02/15/64 PNEUMONIA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 13 Name: SHIPP, WILLIAM R Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 CEDAR CO., MO Died/Cause: 02/05/65 VARIOLA Buried: SMALLPOX ISLAND ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 14 Name: THOMPSON, HOWARD E Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 11/09/64 FAYETTVILLE, ARK Died/Cause: 12/28/64 DIARRHEA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 15 Name: THOMPSON, URIAH W Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 11/09/64 HOWARD CO., MO Died/Cause: 03/04/65 CHRONIC DIARRHEA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 16 Name: WEBSTER, NELSON Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 ST. CLAIR CO., MO Died/Cause: 03/14/65 SMALL POX ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- 17 Name: WILLS, HENRY Rank/Company: CONSCRIPT, HOWARD CO., MISSOURI Captured: 10/28/64 HENRY CO., MO Died/Cause: 01/19/65 CHRONIC DIARRHEA

If anyone runs acros a Charles B Landram in Howard County,,,, please let me know on there images he is on the Chariton county 1880 census found him there now to find him in 1900 with his 5 children, that will help, but so far I have not found him, but I know he in 1912 went into the confederate home, where he died in 1918 but my grandfather, was born in Salisburry, MO 1886 thanks, and these images are really good to work with At 06:51 AM 6/19/2001 -0700, Rowan Fairgrove wrote: >I don't mean to be obstuse - but is there a reason not to >use the wonderful images on the Howard Co. site? Esp. if >you have the page number, you can just look at the image >you need. (They are a little big to skim on a slow connection.) > >http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/howard/census/1880/ > >I have a fast connection at work and I have used these >alot. The actual images of 1830 to 1920 are available. > >Rowan > > > God Bless Lynda

there are still some pages, that they have not put there yet, I was told after calling them, that they were hardest to read pages how long did it take for your index to arrive thanks At 01:55 PM 6/19/2001 -0600, Cecil V. Boyd wrote: >For anyone that is interested - >I ordered and received the 1880 United States Census and National Index via >Family Search. I have not had much time to check it out, but the two names >I did look for were there. I then looked for them on the Ancestry.com >scanned census pages. It takes time to narrow down the search for specific >pages, but I found one. The other page seem to be missing from the >Ancestry.com census. >Until next time, >Cecil Boyd > >At 05:49 PM 6/18/01 -0700, you wrote: >>Thanks Carolyn, we plan to order one for the GSCM library >>here in Columbia. >>I suppose we just need to call out to the Family History center >>and have them tell us how to order it. >>-----Original Message----- >>From: Carolyn Gibbons <[email protected]> >>To: [email protected] <[email protected]> >>Date: Sunday, June 17, 2001 11:33 PM >>Subject: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census >> >> >> >I just wanted everyone to know - >> > >> >When I was at the Family History Cener, our library had just gotten the >> >complete 1880 census on CD. Or anyone can buy it for $49. >> > >> >I did not even look at it when I first saw the notice, but it is great. >> > >> >I have not fully explored it. There are apparently 2 sections (each with >> >about 30 CDs). First is the index which I have not looked at at all. >> >Second is the census. You can search for an individual. You look by >> >surname (and it gives either exact or sort of searches). There are spaces >> >to enter to narrow down the search first name (If you want to put only the >> >first initial you can use an asterisk for the rest as J*) birth year, birth >> >place, search location by region, state, county and city. After you find >> >the person you are looking for you can find the neighbors. >> > >> >The info given on the CD is name film number, page, name, relationship to >> >head, age and birthplace. >> > >> >If you haven't tried it, go get it. >> > >> >I am not sure how many of the Family History centers have it, but it is >> >great. >> > >> >Carolyn >> >[email protected] >> > >> > > > > > God Bless Lynda

Lynda, I am sorry that I can't give you a firm time period, but I would estimate about five days. Things have been so crazy around here that I am not even sure what todays date is - my youngest daughter decided that she was going to get married. She gave me a weeks notice. One of these days ... Maybe their customer service could give you a time period. About the missing pages - This is on the 1880 Washington Co., Texas census, District 149. The Bowers family is on page 220D (according to the index), but Ancestry only has 10 pages for District 149, then goes to the next district. Every thing that I have looked at in Washington County up to that point, and after, was very easy to read. I will check back later maybe they will have corrected the problem. Until next time, Cecil Boyd At 03:42 PM 6/19/01 -0500, you wrote: >there are still some pages, that they have not put there yet, I was told >after calling them, that they were hardest to read pages > > >how long did it take for your index to arrive > >thanks > >At 01:55 PM 6/19/2001 -0600, Cecil V. Boyd wrote: > >For anyone that is interested - > >I ordered and received the 1880 United States Census and National Index via > >Family Search. I have not had much time to check it out, but the two names > >I did look for were there. I then looked for them on the Ancestry.com > >scanned census pages. It takes time to narrow down the search for specific > >pages, but I found one. The other page seem to be missing from the > >Ancestry.com census. > >Until next time, > >Cecil Boyd > > > >At 05:49 PM 6/18/01 -0700, you wrote: > >>Thanks Carolyn, we plan to order one for the GSCM library > >>here in Columbia. > >>I suppose we just need to call out to the Family History center > >>and have them tell us how to order it. > >>-----Original Message----- > >>From: Carolyn Gibbons <[email protected]> > >>To: [email protected] <[email protected]> > >>Date: Sunday, June 17, 2001 11:33 PM > >>Subject: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census > >> > >> > >> >I just wanted everyone to know - > >> > > >> >When I was at the Family History Cener, our library had just gotten the > >> >complete 1880 census on CD. Or anyone can buy it for $49. > >> > > >> >I did not even look at it when I first saw the notice, but it is great. > >> > > >> >I have not fully explored it. There are apparently 2 sections (each with > >> >about 30 CDs). First is the index which I have not looked at at all. > >> >Second is the census. You can search for an individual. You look by > >> >surname (and it gives either exact or sort of searches). There are > spaces > >> >to enter to narrow down the search first name (If you want to put > only the > >> >first initial you can use an asterisk for the rest as J*) birth year, >birth > >> >place, search location by region, state, county and city. After you find > >> >the person you are looking for you can find the neighbors. > >> > > >> >The info given on the CD is name film number, page, name, relationship to > >> >head, age and birthplace. > >> > > >> >If you haven't tried it, go get it. > >> > > >> >I am not sure how many of the Family History centers have it, but it is > >> >great. > >> > > >> >Carolyn > >> >[email protected] > >> > > >> > > > > > > > > > >God Bless >Lynda

For anyone that is interested - I ordered and received the 1880 United States Census and National Index via Family Search. I have not had much time to check it out, but the two names I did look for were there. I then looked for them on the Ancestry.com scanned census pages. It takes time to narrow down the search for specific pages, but I found one. The other page seem to be missing from the Ancestry.com census. Until next time, Cecil Boyd At 05:49 PM 6/18/01 -0700, you wrote: >Thanks Carolyn, we plan to order one for the GSCM library >here in Columbia. >I suppose we just need to call out to the Family History center >and have them tell us how to order it. >-----Original Message----- >From: Carolyn Gibbons <[email protected]> >To: [email protected] <[email protected]> >Date: Sunday, June 17, 2001 11:33 PM >Subject: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census > > > >I just wanted everyone to know - > > > >When I was at the Family History Cener, our library had just gotten the > >complete 1880 census on CD. Or anyone can buy it for $49. > > > >I did not even look at it when I first saw the notice, but it is great. > > > >I have not fully explored it. There are apparently 2 sections (each with > >about 30 CDs). First is the index which I have not looked at at all. > >Second is the census. You can search for an individual. You look by > >surname (and it gives either exact or sort of searches). There are spaces > >to enter to narrow down the search first name (If you want to put only the > >first initial you can use an asterisk for the rest as J*) birth year, birth > >place, search location by region, state, county and city. After you find > >the person you are looking for you can find the neighbors. > > > >The info given on the CD is name film number, page, name, relationship to > >head, age and birthplace. > > > >If you haven't tried it, go get it. > > > >I am not sure how many of the Family History centers have it, but it is > >great. > > > >Carolyn > >[email protected] > > > >

No reason at all - it is just this is ALL the 1880 census - South Dakota, North Carolina, Illinois and so on. Carolyn ----- Original Message ----- From: Rowan Fairgrove <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 9:51 AM Subject: Re: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census > I don't mean to be obstuse - but is there a reason not to > use the wonderful images on the Howard Co. site? Esp. if > you have the page number, you can just look at the image > you need. (They are a little big to skim on a slow connection.) > > http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/howard/census/1880/ > > I have a fast connection at work and I have used these > alot. The actual images of 1830 to 1920 are available. > > Rowan > >

Hi Rowan and list I agree, the images online are wonderful, BUT the 1880 census set that Carolyn was referring to was for all 50 states, not just Howard county. The entire set is just $49, and that covers every county in every state. For those of us doing genealogy all over the country, it's a great deal. Kathy Bowlin. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rowan Fairgrove" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 8:51 AM Subject: Re: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census > I don't mean to be obstuse - but is there a reason not to > use the wonderful images on the Howard Co. site? Esp. if > you have the page number, you can just look at the image > you need. (They are a little big to skim on a slow connection.) > > http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/howard/census/1880/ > > I have a fast connection at work and I have used these > alot. The actual images of 1830 to 1920 are available. > > Rowan > >

19 Apr 1901--Ellsworth Evans, a Negro, was hanged in the jail yard at Boonville Friday of last week for the murder of Policeman Wm. Hennecke about a year ago. The rope used had hanged eight men and it broke when the trap had been sprung, but not until Evans' neck was broken. The body was picked up and the rope handed to the sheriff on the scaffold who tied the same to the ring and the body hung until life was pronounced extinct. Evans recently professed religion and joined the Baptist church, being baptized in a tank in the jail. The condemned man displayed remarkable nerve on the gallows. He made quite a lengthy talk, reviewing his crime, but not at any time confessing the murder. He called J. W. Jones who assisted in his arrest on the fatal night, and in bidding him goodbye, said: "Mr. Jones, good-bye: I warn you to prepare to die, for your time is short." It is thought a plot had been laid by friends of Evans to kill Jones. Before stepping on the trap door Evans took from his pocket a banana and complacently ate the fruit, remarking: "This is the last fruit I will partake of on earth; the next will be in the kingdom of heaven." Stepping back upon the trap-door he folded his hands and allowed the Sheriff to prepare him for the drop. 19 Apr 1901--Born, on the 15th, to Asa Morton and wife, a daughter. 19 Apr 1901--Geo. W. Dougherty, of near Myers, was stricken with paralysis Sunday evening, and has since been in a critical condition. 19 Apr 1901--The News acknowledges the receipt of the following: "Dr. Andrew M. Trawick requests your presence at the marriage of his daughter, Cora May, to Rev. William Court, Thursday evening, April 18, 1901, at 8:00 o'clock, 210 North High Street, Nashville, Tennessee. At home after April 25th 5072 Fairmont Ave., St. Louis, Mo." 19 Apr 1901--C. C. Burton, who for the past four months has been assistant baker at Maxwell's restaurant, went to Wheaton, this state, Tuesday, where he has secured a good position. Mr. Burton is a steady and reliable young man and during his short stay here, made many friends who wish him success in his new position.--Pipestone (Minn) Farmer. 26 Apr 1901--GEORGE WASHINGTON DOUGHERTY died at 7:55 o'clock on Sunday morning, April 21, 1901, in Bonne Femme township, near Myers, Howard county, on the farm on which he settled about 55 years ago, aged 76 years. He was in Higbee on Friday, 12 inst, on business, when he seemed in his usual health, and on the following Sunday evening, while husking corn in his barn he was stricken with paralysis, and was immediately moved to the house where he lingered until relieved by death, nearly a week after the attack. Mr. Dougherty was born in Kentucky on Aug 1, 1825 and moved to Howard county, this state, with three brothers, James, John and Robert, when about 21 years of age. He had from that time until his death been a prominent personage in the county, loved and respected by all who knew him. Fifty four years ago he married Amelia, daughter of Esquire Mobley, and now every one in that section of country is either a Dougherty, a Mobley or is of kinship with them. He was the father of twelve children, six sons and six daughters, of whom two sons and six daughters are still living in the neighborhood. Four sons are dead. The survivors are, John H., William K, Annie Palmetery, Mattie Newman, Mary Mobley, Bettie Hern, Ella Edwards and Minnie Williams. Besides, there are a regular host of grandchildren. Bro. Dougherty in very early life joined the great army of the Son of God, in which he was a veteran soldier. He was for over 50 years a member of the Baptist Church at New Hope, in which he was always a most active member. He was always at his place in church and was always most energetic in securing a pastor for the congregation. On one occasion the writer remembers he urged him to go down to hold services on a Saturday, and when he got there Bro. Dougherty and another were the only ones present,--all others were engaged in harvest operations. His heart was given to his Savior and his purse and his time he devoted to His service. He was never too busy to attend to his Master's work. During his illness of a few days he was in constant intercourse with his Father in prayer. Now he is gone from service to reward in The Kingdom where he stands in white rainment with a crown of life praising his Savior for his redemption. Bro. Dougherty was also an ardent member of the Masonic order and the love with which he was regarded by his lodge was amply proved by the large number of Brothers who attended from Fayette to take charge of the funeral. Their services were very impressive and they tenderly and lovingly laid their brother away with full Masonic honors. The county showed their appreciation of the man by the large concourse who thronged to pay their respects to him in placing him in the family burial ground at New Hope Church. 26 Apr 1901--Married, in Higbee, on Wednesday, April 24, 1901, at 10:30, a.m. at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Burton, Mr. E. Y. Keither, of near Moberly, and Miss Ersa Burton, Eld, C. H. Strawn, of Paris, officiating. The wedding was a very quiet affair and was witnessed only by the immediate relatives. After a sumptuous dinner the happy couple drove to the groom's home, where they were tendered a reception Wednesday evening. The groom is one of Randolph's most worthy and deserving young men and one of its most popular and efficient pedagogues, and is in every way deserving of the fair prize he has won. The bride's many virtues are too well known to our readers to need any eulogy at our hands. She will be sadly missed by her many friends, all of whom the News joins in wishing her a life of unalloyed bliss. 26 Apr 1901--Y. G. Adkinson, of Colorado, is here visiting relatives and friends. 26 Apr 1901--The many friends of John Gilvin, of Harrisburg, will regret to learn of his death which occurred at that place Tuesday morning, the 23rd. 26 Apr 1901--Homer F. Jenkins of this place, and Pat S. Fogarty, of Elliott, left Saturday night for Cincinnati, where they will join John Robinson's big circus for the coming season as musicians. 26 Apr 1901--Ed. S. Smith went to Higginsville Sunday to attend the funeral of his mother, who died at that place Saturday. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

5 Apr 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Albert Arnold has filed suit for divorce from Laura Arnold. They were married in 1890 and separated in 1895. She has four children, one of which plaintiff alleges he is not the father, hence the separation. 5 Apr 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Mrs. Eliza Hill, widow of the late M. I. Hill, of Sturgeon, died 5 miles southeast of Sturgeon, April 1, 1901, from the effects of a fall, aged 76 years. Native of Kentucky and member of the Christian church. 5 Apr 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Hanna Proctor, widow of the late J. H. Proctor, died in Sturgeon, March 30, 1901, of rheumatism, aged 72 years. Buried at Union Church, but by special request made some time before the death, the hearse was not used at the funeral. 5 Apr 1901--YATES ITEMS--Mr. and Mrs. Bud Embree and children visited Mrs. Embree's sister, Mrs. W. T. Williams Saturday and Sunday. Miss Nannie Williams, went home with them to spend a few days. 5 Apr 1901--Miss Nannie Williams, of Armstrong is the guest of I. J. Embree and family. 5 Apr 1901--Walker Coleman, col, aged about 60 years, died Saturday of paralysis. 5 Apr 1901--John Rocket and Miss Rose Longdon of this place were married in Moberly Sunday by Rev. W I Cole. The News extends good wishes. 5 Apr 1901--J. O. Dougherty, of Salisbury, was here Tuesday looking after the interests of his son, J. C. Dougherty, who was a candidate for county school commissioner. 5 Apr 1901--Married, on March 31, 1901, at the residence of and by Eld. W. B. Anderson, John Kimbrough, and Miss Annie May Wilson. The groom is a prominent young man of near Renick and the bride a daughter of Geo. A. Wilson of near Higbee. To this happy couple the News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 5 Apr 1901--S. M. Hirsch was called to Boonville Tuesday by the death of his father-in-law, Henry Waterman, who died that day, aged 83 years. The remains were taken to St. Louis for interment in the Mount Zion cemetery. Mr. Waterman was one of Boonville's oldest business men, retiring a few years ago after a business career of 40 years. 5 Apr 1901--C. G. Williams, of Moberly, was elected county school commissioner at the school election Tuesday, Mr. Williams is principal of one of the park schools of Moberly and is one of the best educators in the state. In his selection the people have made no mistake, as he will do all in his power to raise the standard of teachers in this county. 5 Apr 1901--Died, on the 4th, at the residence of her son-in-law, Chas. S. Fales, two miles southeast of Higbee, Mrs. Mary Dougherty, of paralysis, aged 73 years. Deceased had been entirely helpless for years and death came as a welcome relief. The remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery Thursday evening. To the bereaved ones the News extends sympathy. 5 Apr 1901--J. J. Whitmire received a letter Thursday informing him of the death of his sister, Mrs. B. H. Callaway, who died at her home near Bolivar, MO, on March 17. She had many friends here who will be pained to learn of her death. 12 Apr 1901--RENICK ITEMS--The Williams Wagon Factory is nearing completion. Some ten or fifteen men are at work on the building. 12 Apr 1901--RENICK ITEMS--John Baker died Tuesday evening, April 9, 1901, and was buried at the Baker cemetery, near Higbee, Thursday evening. He was 75 or 80 years old. 12 Apr 1901--RENICK ITEMS--J. M. Williams happened to quite a painful accident Tuesday. He fell from the top of the factory building, falling on one foot, which was considerably swollen in a few moments. He had to be hauled home, but is resting easier this morning--Wednesday. 12 Apr 1901--Mrs. R. R. Jones and Mrs. Isaac Jones visited in Moberly Tuesday. 12 Apr 1901--Died, in Higbee, on the 4th, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Tabor. 12 Apr 1901--J. T. Dougherty and son, Morrison, of Howard county, were here trading Wednesday. 12 Apr 1901--Born, on the 9th, to S. S. Ketchum and wife a daughter. 12 Apr 1901--T. R. Williams left Tuesday for Helena, Montana. His wife will join him as soon as he locates. 12 Apr 1901--We understand that Dr. Orville Pitney, of Forest Green, is thinking strongly of locating at Bunceton, Mo. 12 Apr 1901--Ben F. Andrews, of Burton, who has arranged to put in a stock of goods here the latter part of the month, was here yesterday looking after the building and getting things in readiness for business. 12 Apr 1901--FOUND DEAD NEAR TOWN--On last Sunday morning word was brought to town that a man was lying dead in the M. K. & T right-of-way about a mile north of town. He was brought to town on a hand car by marshal Williams, and taken to the undertaking rooms of F. H. James, and the Coroner notified. A card issued at Kansas City by the Amalgamated Woodworkers' Association of America to Joseph Reister was found in his pocket, which was the only thing on his person by which he could be identified. The body was embalmed and the organization at Kansas City informed of his death. An answer was received Monday stating that he was not in good standing in the order and that it could not defray the funeral expenses. It has been learned here that the dead man has a sister in Kansas City and the body is still held in the hopes of finding her or some other of his relatives. If they can not be found the body will be buried by the county. The man came to Higbee several days before his death and spent the most of his time drinking. He claimed to be a woodworkman and piano maker and tuner and in a little grip carried a soldering outfit. When he was found the grip was in a meadow by the side of the railroad, and at some distance from him, in the right-of-way, was found a small empty bottle supposed to have contained a soldering fluid. There was a small pool of water near where he lay and from the prints of his hands and feet around it, it is supposed he had crawled several times to it for a drink. When last seen he was very drunk and some thing that while in this condition he drank from the small phial through mistake, which caused his death, and this may have been the case, but it is the general opinion that he died from exposure, and almost everything goes to prove that such was the case. After hearing what there was to tell and seeing what was to be seen the coroner came to the conclusion that his death was brought on by exposure and did not think an inquest was necessary. 12 Apr 1901--The Higbee baseball team, to be known as the Higbee Blues, was organized April 7, with the following members: Banty Williams, Ernest Harris, Tom Forsythe, Carson Connell, Jack Edmonston, Chas. Russell, Jack Little, Robert Herron, Geo. Morlee, Geo Russell, Grant Connell, Fred Laight, Johnny Davis, Dave Thomas and Aubrey Humphrey. The following officers were elected: W. F. Cleeton, manager; Jack Edmonston, Sec; Banty Williams, treas. Out of this list of players the boys ought to get a nine that will wax any amateur club in the state, and we haven't the least doubt that they will succeed in so doing if they will only try. They have issued challenges to four different clubs and hope to have a game Sunday. 12 Apr 1901--The many friends of W. F. (Wood) Burton will be pleased to learn that he has secured a very lucrative position with the Chester Packet Co, as its traveling representative in southeast Missouri, with headquarters at Cape Girardeau. Wood is a royal good fellow who numbers his friends by his acquaintances and the News joins other friends in wishes for his continued success. 12 Apr 1901--Officers and detectives who have been on the lookout for Horace W. Williams, the alleged wife murderer, have had their troubles in vain so far, and his present whereabouts is a deep as mystery as ever. The relatives and friends of Williams are of the opinion that he was drowned in the Grand river the night he made his escape from the mob at Brunswick. Mr. R. B. Caples, Mr. Williams' attorney, informs us that the report that Williams crossed the river at Miami, after his escape, was without foundation, as it has been subsequently learned that the night being stormy, the mail carrier at Miami didn't even attempt to cross the river, as no human being could have crossed the "Big Muddy" in safety that night. Mr. Caples also stated that the report that Mrs. Williams had insurance on her life wasn't based on facts, as the deceased did not have a penny of insurance at the time of her death. Mr. Caples also informed us that the residence in Slater was owned jointly by Mr. and Mrs. Williams, as Mr. Williams put what money he received from his father's estate in the property. Mr. Caples received a check for $470, the amount the Slater residence was sold for, the day of Mrs. Williams' death and still has the check in his possession--Glasgow Missourian. 12 Apr 1901--C. T. Bohanon and Mrs. Wickman of Higbee, passed through Moberly yesterday at noon, enroute to Huntsville to get a license and to clinch the ceremony on the spot, which was done as outlined. Last night they wended their way back home, coming over on the freight, walking to the passenger depot to wait for the M, K & T, for Higbee. Both of them were just middle life, the gent a widower; the lady also had tried double harness once--Moberly Monitor. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

15 Mar 1901--Born, on the 12th, near Clark, to Jesse Settle and wife, twin boys. 15 Mar 1901--Born, on the 9th, to Thos. Hess and wife, a son. 15 Mar 1901--Born, on the 9th, to Fred Dill and wife a daughter. 15 Mar 1901--Born, on the 10th, to Wm. Durnill and wife, a daughter. 15 Mar 1901--Born, on the 12th, to Thos. Hudson and wife, a daughter. 15 Mar 1901--Joseph Utley, living near Myers, died Wednesday, of general debility, aged about 65 years. 15 Mar 1901--The many friends here of William Burge and wife of Puxico, will regret to learn of the death of their little 8-year-old daughter, Gussie, who died on the 4th inst. 15 Mar 1901--Joe L. Andrews and wife, of near Myers, attended the burial of Mrs. Sarah Owen, at Moberly, Monday, who died at Renick Saturday. 15 Mar 1901--Died, in Renick, MO, on March 9, 1901, after a brief illness, Mrs. Sarah F. Owens, aged 61 years. The funeral service was conducted at the residence, Monday, by Rev. Cressap, of Moberly, after which the remains were taken to Moberly for interment. Deceased was a sister of G. R. Rennolds of this place. 15 Mar 1901--Rev. J. E. Norvell was called to Slater Monday to preach the funeral of Mrs. Land Dulaney, of near Slater, who died Sunday evening. Deceased was a sister of Mrs. S. S. Cave of this place. Mrs. Cave has been quite sick for several days and was unable to attend the funeral of her sister. 15 Mar 1901--ESCAPES MOB'S VENGEANCE--Horace Williams, suspected of Wife Murder, Released by Officer and told To Run for Life--Eludes Pursuers--Brunswick, MO, March 11--Horace Williams, suspected of murdering his wife at Keytesville, county seat of this county, last Thursday, escaped an angry mob here tonight at 7 o'clock. At the time of his escape he was in the custody of Deputy Sheriff Steve Shawnessy at the Wabash Depot here, where he had been brought for safe keeping and awaiting a westbound train for Kansas City. The mob came here on horseback from Keytesville and the immediate vicinity, and went direct to the depot. When the mob rushed through the door of the men's waiting room, the Deputy Sheriff turned his man loose and said, "Run, or they will burn you." As quick as a flash of lightning Williams shot through the ticket window and into the ladies' waiting room and then up the main street of the town, with the mob in pursuit, swearing and shooting at random. James W. Davis, former member of the State Legislature, received four buckshot in his coat, but escaped without injury. Bloodhounds have been sent for from Carrollton, and as the prisoner left an overcoat at the depot the members of the mob seem certain that they will secure and hang their man before morning. The crime of which Horace Williams is accused, and for which the mob demands a speedy atonement, occurred last Thursday at Forest Green, a small station between Glasgow and Salisbury. Thursday night Williams rushed to the home of his family physician and begged him to hurry to his home, as his wife was dangerously ill. By the time the doctor arrived Mrs. Williams had breathed her last. She was buried Saturday, and the husband in a paroxysm of grief was the object of pity at the grave. This morning Jesse Swain, a prominent citizen of this county, father of the dead woman, demanded that the coroner hold an inquest, which resulted in the discovery that the woman's neck was broken twice and her skull fractured. This news was rapidly circulated and an infuriated populace began the quest for the husband, Horace Williams. At the instigation of the dead woman's father the sheriff apprehended Williams at Glasgow this morning and has held him in hiding until tonight at a farm house ten miles from town. The mob numbers about fifty, half of the, re-enforced by 100 citizens, are scouring the surrounding country, and the other half are waiting for the bloodhounds from Carrolton. Brunswick, March 12--The bloodhounds brought here last night took the trail twice, and both times brought the pursuing party to the ferry landing here. The river was crossed and the trail followed to a farm two miles in the country, but was finally lost on the railroad track. Straggling squads of men composing the mob have been returning all day, and the general belief now is that the prisoner has made good his escape. The mob was composed of several past county officials and many influential men of Chariton county. (From the Higbee News--Williams was a brother of the late Maj. Williams, formerly of this place, and has many acquaintances. We learn that Mrs. Williams' life had been insured for $2,000 in favor of her husband about two weeks before her death.) 22 Mar 1901--Born, on the 17th, to Wm. Albon and wife, a son. 22 Mar 1901--Mrs. Ora Sparks, of Colorado, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. J. R. Robb, near town. 22 Mar 1901--Born, on the 14th, to Lee Wright and wife, a son. 22 Mar 1901--Born, on the 19th, to Jesse Q. Whitmore and wife, a son. 22 Mar 1901--Bruner Heathman and Miss Minnie Baker, both of near Higbee, were married in Huntsville on the 13th. The News extends best wishes. 22 Mar 1901--Ben Andrews, of Burton, was here Monday looking around with a view to putting in a stock of goods. Mr. Andrews is a good merchant and we would like to have him locate here. 22 Mar 1901--MRS. J. W. HOLTZCLAW DIES SUDDENLY--The News is pained to have to chronicle the death this week of a most estimable lady, Mrs. Mary, wife of Jas. W. Holtzclaw, who died suddenly at her home five miles south of town Monday evening, March 18, 1901, of heart failure. She was in her usual health and a short time before her death went out to where her husband was at work, a short distance from the house, taking him a drink of water. Upon returning to the house she seated herself at the sewing machine to finish some sewing upon which she was engaged. She had evidently been there but a short time when she pitched forward and fell to the floor on her face and died, where she was found by her husband when he returned to the house an hour later. Dr. Burkhalter was called in and after a careful examination pronounced heart failure the cause of her death. The remains were taken to New Hope church Tuesday evening, where funeral services were conducted by Eld. S. B. Naylor, after which the remains were tenderly laid to rest. To the bereaved ones the News joins other friends in extending sympathy. 22 Mar 1901--Up to the hour of going to press Horace Williams, accused of murdering his wife near Forest Green, Chariton county, and who escaped from an infuriated mob at Keytesville, had not been captured. Excitement has died down to a certain extent, as there are grave doubts as to Williams' guilt. At the coroner's inquest the Forest Green physician who was called in by Williams testified that he made a thorough examination of the body, carefully examining the back of the head, neck and spinal column and found not a sign of a bruise. The Keytesville physician who conducted the post mortem examination swore that he found the neck of the deceased broken, and a contusion at the base of the skull, and gave it as his opinion that she had been struck with a club before death. Mrs. Williams was subject to fits, or an affliction of a similar nature, and had been known on several occasions to suddenly fall to the ground, and remain, to all appearances, lifeless for some time. Her husband claims that after getting breakfast the morning of her death, he being still in bed, she came to call him, and that while standing at the dresser arranging her hair she suddenly fell to the floor complaining of a terrible cramping in her stomach. He placed her on the bed and went for her sister a short distance away, and then for the doctor. When her sister arrived she was still alive and rational, but died before the doctor arrived. Mrs. Williams was about 32 years old and had been married three times, and lived in Higbee several years ago with her second husband, a Mr. Foley, who ran a barber shop here. 22 Mar 1901--J. K. Warford informs us that his son-in-law, J. S. Kirby, got pretty badly burned in a coal mine at Lyra, Texas, recently, by an explosion of gas, and that he will be laid up for some time. 29 Mar 1901--Miss Kate Wright, sister of Dr. U. S. Wright of Fayette, was killed in St. Louis Saturday night by being run over by a street car. The motorman of the car which passed the place where the body was found said he thought he saw a woman throw herself in front of the car, but before he could stop, he said, the car struck her. It is thought her death was a pure accident. The remains were taken to Fayette for interment. 29 Mar 1901--Mrs. George Lilly of Taylorville, Ill, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Sarah Williams. 29 Mar 1901--Born, on the 25th, to W. P. Webb and wife, a son. 29 Mar 1901--Born, on the 24th, to Wm. Kelso and wife, a daughter. 29 Mar 1901--Jas. Short died at his home near Mt. Airy, on the 14th, aged 63 years. 29 Mar 1901--Mrs. M. S. Durham died at her home in Clark on the 22nd, after a protracted illness, aged about 35. She leaves a husband and three children. 29 Mar 1901--Thos. Williams, of Elliott, was before Justice Rankin Tuesday charged with disturbing the peace of Mrs. Cal Robb, and was fined $5 and costs, in all, amounting to $52. 29 Mar 1901--Died, at her home two miles east of Higbee, on March 23, 1901, Mrs. Zack Hamilton, of heart trouble, aged 62 years. The remains were taken to Clark Monday for interment. The News extends its sympathy to the bereaved ones. 29 Mar 1901--Married, in Higbee, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. David Williams on Thursday eve, March 28 1901, Mr. Thos. Williams, of Elliott, and Miss Lizzie Davis, of Higbee, Rev. C. S. Rennison, of Fayette, officiating. The News joins their many friends in extending good wishes. We learn that Mr. and Mrs. Williams will leave shortly for Oregon where they will make their future home. 29 Mar 1901--Carl Dohlhoff, who was shot by J. H. Cook two months ago, died Sunday, March 24, 1901, and was buried in the city cemetery Wednesday evening. It was his request that he be not buried for three days after his death. He was about 40 years of age. We understand he left a will in which he gave everything he had, some $2,000 or $3,000, to Mr. Cook's eldest son, Omar. Mr. Cook's preliminary trial is set for today. 29 Mar 1901--Died, at his home in Higbee on Thursday, March 28, 1901, of dropsy and cancer, Mr. D. A. Martin, aged 79 years. Mr. Martin had been a resident of Higbee about ten years, moving here from Shelby county, and by his straightforward and upright conduct won the confidence and respect of the entire community, and besides a large family of children leaves a host of friends to mourn his death. The remains will be laid to rest today in the city cemetery by the side of his wife, who preceded him three or four years ago. To the bereaved ones the News joins the community in extending sympathy. 29 Mar 1901--Hard Williams, living near Myers, met with quite a painful accident Thursday while engaged in separating some sheep in the barn lot. While thus engaged he made a sudden dive intending to catch a sheep that was about to escape, when his head came in violent contact with the stable with sufficient force to lay the scalp open to the bone in three different places. Mr. Williams, as soon as he could determine in what direction Higbee lay, came to town where he had his head shaved and his wounds dressed by Dr. Dinwiddie. Had it not been for a heavy cap which he was wearing at the time of the blow, in all probability, would have cracked his skull. Mr. Williams said he thought for a while that he had been struck by a school house. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

1 Mar 1901--YATES ITEMS--Aunt Sarah Robb is visiting her daughter, Mrs. S. W. Creson. 1 Mar 1901--Born, on the 25th, to Henry Neiding and wife, a daughter. 1 Mar 1901--Rev. G. W. Gulick, aged 71, who was well known here, died at his home south of Clark of Feb 20. 1 Mar 1901--Mrs. Amanda Head, wife of Judge B. S. Head, died at their home in Moberly on Feb. 22, 1901, aged 63 years. 1 Mar 1901--Mrs. A. P. Milns, who went from here to Colorado Springs, Colorado, about two years ago, died at that place on the 2nd of February, 1901, of smallpox. 1 Mar 1901--The death of Capt. W. H. Balthis, of the Huntsville Herald, which occurred Sunday, was very unexpected and painful news to his many friends here. In his death Huntsville and Randolph county have suffered a grievous loss, and the fraternity which he so much loved, one of its brightest and best men. 1 Mar 1901--Married in Moberly, on Feb 27, 1901, Victor Bagby, and Miss Sallie Minor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Minor, who formerly lived near Higbee, but now live hear Huntsville. The News extends good wishes. 1 Mar 1901--One of the prettiest home weddings that has occurred in Higbee for some time was that of Mr. David S. Hare, to Miss Lena Mary Roberts, both of Higbee, at the residence of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hare, on Feb 27, 1901, Rev. J. E. Norvell of this place, performing the ceremony. About one hundred invitations had been issued, and extensive preparations had been made for the entertainment of the guests. At 8 o'clock sharp, the ceremony was performed by the officiating minister, in a very impressive manner, and after congratulations had been extended to the worthy young people the guests were invited to supper--a most sumptuous one. The bride and groom were the recipients of many costly and beautiful presents. To this worthy young couple the News joins their host of friends in extending congratulations and best wishes for their future success and happiness. 1 Mar 1901--Miss Annie Lee Smith, of Paris, well known here, was married at her home in that city Wednesday evening, Feb. 27, 1901, to Mr. John F. Smock, of that place. Her many friends here join the News in extending good wishes and in congratulating the groom upon winning such an estimable a lady for a wife. 1 Mar 1901--DEATH OF CAPTAIN W. H. BALTHIS--Captain Balthis, senior editor of the Huntsville Herald, died at his home in that city at 12:30 Sunday morning, after a brief illness. The immediate cause of his death was blood poison, the result of a bruise. About ten days ago he fell over a chair, bruising his shin. He paid no attention to the injury, but three or four days later when he called on Dr. Terrill to have him examine the limb, he was informed of the seriousness of his case. He was taken home at once and all that medical skill and loving hands could do, was done, but to no avail. Captain Balthis was born in Front Royal, Virginia, May 24, 1843, being 57 years and nine months old at the time of his death. He was the son of William and Margaret A. Balthis, one of the respected families of the Old Dominion He was a self-made and a self educated man, having quit the local academy at his home town, of his own accord, to learn the printing business. He served a three years' apprenticeship in the office of the Virginia Valley Gazette, a paper published at his home town, and during the early years of his newspaper career, by constant endeavor and perseverance, he acquired a good education and was later known far and wide as one of the best newspaper writers in the country. When the Civil War broke out he enlisted in the Confederate army as a drummer boy. This was on the 18th of April, 1861, and for four years and eight days he followed the three-barred banner of the South with unfaltering devotion and bravery, until it went down in defeat to rise no more. By his merits as a soldier and his gallantry, he rose from grade to grade until he became the captain of one of the most dashing and intrepid cavalry companies in the army of North Virginia. He commanded Co. A of the Twenty-first Virginia Cavalry for over two years, and until after Lee's surrender. At the close of the war deceased returned to Front Royal and engaged in the hardware business, but soon sold out that interest and came to Missouri, locating at Brunswick in March, 1865, where, the following fall, he purchased a half interest in the Brunswicker and became an equal partner with J. B. Naylor in the ownership and publication of that paper. In 1875 he sold his interest to his partner. In February, 1878, in connection with O. H. Collins, he established the Randolph Vindicator, at Huntsville. In 1879 the Vindicator was suspended and Capt. Balthis purchased a half interest in the Herald from Mr. T. M. Elmore and became associate editor of that paper with Dr. John T. Fort. In September following Fort retired from the plant and Capt. Balthis became its sole editor. He was postmaster at Huntsville during both of Cleveland's administrations. About three years ago he sold a half interest in the Herald to W. T. Dameron, who was recently appointed Adjutant General of Missouri. On June 8, 1869, he was married to Miss Laura Spencer, eldest daughter of Thos. H. Spencer, a well-to-do and respected farmer residing near Brunswick. The union was blessed with five children, three of whom are living, a son and two daughters. Miss Laura Balthis, one of the efficient teachers in the Moberly High school, is his daughter. Capt. Balthis was a man of honor; he never broke a pledge or proved false to a friend, and all who knew him recognized in him traits of true, pure and patriotic citizenship. He was esteemed wherever known for his high character as a man and his worth as a citizen. He was a successful newspaper man and a trenchant writer, whose pen was ever ready to defend the right, as he saw it, and condemn the wrong. He was aggressive and fearless in his utterances and during his control made the Herald an influential advocate of the interests of Huntsville and Randolph county. He was a Democrat because he believed Democracy was right and during his career as a newspaper man gave much of his time to the advocacy of those Jeffersonian principles so dear to the patriotic heart. In his death Huntsville and Randolph county suffer an irreparable loss--Moberly Democrat. 8 Mar 1901--Born, on March 4, to Sam Robb and wife, of near Burton, a son. 8 Mar 1901--Born, on the 6th, to Thos. Forsythe and wife, a daughter. 8 Mar 1901--Mrs. Zenobia Tolson, widow of the late Judge B. H. Tolson, died at her home in Fayette on the 5th, aged 83 years. 8 Mar 1901--Thos. Payne, a pioneer citizen of Howard county, died at his home in Fayette on March 1, aged 81 years. He was president of the Payne & Williams, Bank. 8 Mar 1901--Ike Williams, the efficient city marshal of Higbee, was in Moberly Monday. He is a pleasant and agreeable gentleman and is making a fearless officer. He is well known in the Magic City and his friends here wish him a successful career--Moberly Democrat. 8 Mar 1901--H. Austin Martin, son of Hon. W. A. Martin, of Moberly, died in that city on the 2nd, aged 27 years. He was a prominent young lawyer and leaves a host of friends to mourn his departure. 8 Mar 1901--Married, in Higbee, on Saturday, March 2, 1901, Mr. Ed Liddle and Miss Irene Sly, Justice Rankin officiating. The bride is a daughter of Mr. W. D. Sly of near town and is only 15 years old. He knew nothing of the marriage and was inclined to prosecute some one when he found it out. He afterwards thought better of the matter and forgave them. The News extends good wishes. 8 Mar 1901--Marshall Williams arrested Henry McCune, who formerly lived near Renick, Tuesday, and took him to Moberly and turned him over to the officers there. McCune was charged with disposing of several hundred dollars' worth of mortgaged property. The mortgage was held by the Drum Fiato Commission Co. of St. Louis. The warrant for his arrest was issued several months ago and up to the time of his arrest the officers had failed to locate him. 8 Mar 1901--Prof. Coleman and Clarence Boyne, both of near Brunswick, MO, were fatally injured Sunday afternoon by falling from a balloon while attempting to make a double ascension at El Reno, Oklahoma. When about seventy-five feet from the ground the balloon hoop tore away and both men were hurled to the ground with frightful force. Coleman's back was broken and Boyne's shoulder and legs were broken. Neither can live. A traveling man was badly injured by being struck by one of the men and a small boy was seriously hurt in the same way. This was young Boyne's first ascension. Fully 3,000 people saw the accident. 8 Mar 1901--Len Coleman received the sad news Wednesday evening that his brother, Owen, had been killed that day in a coal mine several miles from New Franklin, and left on the first train for that place. We could not learn full particulars, but learned that he was killed by a fall of rock while at work. Undertaker F. H. James went down Thursday evening to take charge of the remains, which, we understand, were buried late that evening where the accident occurred. Deceased was well known here, having worked here for a number of years and his many friends were pained to learn of his untimely death. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

1 Feb 1901--Columbia, MO. 1 Jan 26--Milton Nichols, a Boone County farmer, who lived nine miles northwest of Columbia, committed suicide with laudanum Wednesday. Reckless dissipation, combined with domestic troubles, caused the suicide. The coroner's inquest was the second which had been held on the body of the deceased. Two years ago while in a trance due to excessive use of alcohol he was thought to be dead, but during the coroner's inquest suddenly revived. 1 Feb 1901--IN MEMORIAM--Miss Mattie Pogue died at the home of R. L. Hines, in Higbee, Wednesday afternoon, January 23, 1901, of neuralgia and pneumonia, after an illness of ten days. The deceased was born in Randolph county, Missouri, Jan. 20, 1860, being 41 years old at the time of her death. She embraced religion some sixteen years ago under the preaching of Rev. Anderson, united with the Christian Church, and remained a happy, faithful and consecrated Christian until called up higher to receive the reward of the righteous. She was a most zealous and accomplished teacher, having taught in Randolph and other counties since 17 years of age, and was teaching in Higbee at the time of her death. Since the death of her parents, Milton and Winifred Pogue, she had made her home with her sister, Mrs. Dawkins. She was the youngest of a family of nine children, four of whom survive her, namely, Mrs. L. S. Dawkins, Mrs. W. H. Wright, Mr. John Pogue and Mrs. Mary Pickett, of Oklahoma. She was a most estimable young lady and a gem of perfect womanhood. Her pleasant and affable disposition made for her a host of friends. When right or wrong were involved, in her kind and loving way she influenced many for good, and those with whom she came in contact felt the power of her Godly life, and in that great day will rise and call her blessed. Of course the end of such a life was peace. Let us look up and try to shape our lives by her unselfish example. Her remains were tenderly laid to rest Thursday afternoon in Mt. Salem cemetery in the presence of a large circle of friends and relatives. Funeral and burial exercises were conducted by Eld. L. S. Cupp, of Huntsville. 1 Feb 1901--Mrs. Lizzie Carson, nee Davis, the well known bookkeeper of the R. D. Davis Mercantile Co. of this place, was taken suddenly ill some two or three weeks since, and after a consultation of the different doctors, an operation was decided upon, which was performed the 22nd of January by Dr. Cuppidge, of Moberly, assisted by Drs. Selba and Mangus, of Moberly, and Dr. Mangus, of Clark. The operation was unsuccessful and at 4 o'clock Friday evening, Jan 25, the sad news of her death was announced. She was married Thanksgiving day to Mr. A. L. Carson, a business man of St. Louis, where they intended to make their future home. 1 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--David Davis and family came up from St. Louis to attend the funeral of his sister. 1 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--Ben Ragsdale and son who live near the suburbs of the town, are feeding one hundred head of fine hogs. 1 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--J. H. Hardin, who recently returned from California, is making preparations to embark in the implement business and has already received a car of wagons. 1 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--Renick school will close this week. This is the second school in succession at this place for Prof. Davis, and the indications are that he can have the school again. This speaks well for the profession. Yes, Charlie, is a wide awake and up-to-date teacher. 1 Feb 1901--Born, on the 26th, to C. S. Hargis and wife, a son. 1 Feb 1901--The aged mother of "Blind Boone" died at her home in Warrensburg, MO, on the 26th. 1 Feb 1901--C. C. Burton, who has been in South Dakota for some time, has ordered the News sent to him at Pipestone, Minn, where he is now permanently located following his trade, that of baker. 1 Feb 1901--Married, on the 30th, at the residence of and by Rev. Knotley Magruder near Burton, Mr. Calvin Magruder, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Magruder of this place, and Miss Bettie Haines, of Higbee, niece of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Smith. The News extends congratulations and best wishes. 1 Feb 1901--A SHOOTING SCRAPE--J. H. Cook Probably Fatally Wounds Chas. Dohlhoff--The citizens of Higbee were greatly surprised yesterday morning when John H. Cook came in from his farm near town and reported that he had shot and seriously wounded Chas. Dohlhoff, a German farm hand who has been making his home with Mr. Cook for a number of years. When Cook reached town he sent Dr. Burkhalter out to see Dohlhoff and then gave himself up to Judge Rankin, who placed him under a bond of a $1000 to appear for a preliminary hearing set for the 18th. Mr. Cook refused to talk about the matter, but from the best information we could get the trouble was caused by Dohlhoff coming in town Wednesday and getting drunk. He went home late in the evening and commenced abusing Cook and threatened to kill him, even going so far as to take his pistol from his trunk and commence loading it. At this stage of the affair Mr. Cook struck him over the head with a poker, which seemed to quiet him for a time. Later in the night he again begun to threaten Cook's life and told the family that as soon as morning came he intended to shoot him. What took place Thursday morning we were unable to learn, but understand that Dohlhoff claims that Cook shot him while he was taking a drink of water. The bullet struck Dohlhoff's spine just above the kidneys and glanced, and is supposed to be under his floating ribs on the right side, or in his bowels, as he complains a great deal of his bowels hurting him. His lower limbs are paralyzed, and the chances are that the wound will prove fatal. Dohlhoff has been in this vicinity for a number of years and was of a quarrelsome disposition when drinking, and it is a wonder he was not hurt before now. Mr. Cook has lived here all his life and has always borne the reputation of a quiet, peaceable, upright man, and he probably regrets the unfortunate occurrence as much as anyone and it is to be hoped the shot will not prove fatal. 1 Feb 1901--Frank Hayden, who was taken to the Fulton asylum from Yates three or four years ago, died at that place Wednesday. The remains were brought here Wednesday and will be buried at Moberly tomorrow. He leaves a wife, several brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn his death. Deceased was 48 years old. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. 1 Feb 1901--Mrs. A. L. Carson, of Renick, daughter of R. D. Davis, deceased, died at that place Friday, January 25, 1901, from the effects of an operation performed upon her a few days ago for appendicitis. When the operation was performed it was found that the vermiform appendix had completely disappeared and the intestines grown to each other and to her sides. The remains were buried at Moberly Monday. 8 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--James, Martin, who was paralyzed a day or two ago, died Monday night. He leaves six sons and two daughters. 8 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--The little babe of Ernest Catty died Monday night of brain fever after a few days illness. Was buried at New Hope Wednesday. 8 Feb 1901--YATES ITEMS--Mrs. Calvin Green and daughters, of Moberly, attended the funeral of Mrs. Green's mother, Mrs. May Magruder, who died at her home near Yates on Friday, Feb 1. 8 Feb 1901--Wm. Wright, an inmate of the county farm, was found dead in his bed Monday. 8 Feb 1901--Married, on the 3rd, Mr. Ted Edwards and Miss Ollicia Lewis, both of Howard county. The News extends congratulations. 8 Feb 1901--Mrs. Nancy N. Mitchell, who makes her home with her grandson, Officer Wm. Slaughter of this city, celebrated the ninety-ninth anniversary of her birth, last Sunday. She was born in Tennessee February 3rd, 1802--Fayette Advertiser. 8 Feb 1901--Frank Hughes, col, who had been working for Jas. Starks, near Yates for a number of years, died Wednesday after a short illness. 8 Feb 1901--Married, on the 6th, at the residence of David Davis by Justice Rankin, W. C. Robb and Miss Nettie Davis, both of Higbee. To this worthy young couple the News extends good wishes. 8 Feb 1901--Mrs. Mary M. Magruder died at the home of her son, Rev. Notley Magruder, on Friday, February 1, 1901, age 79 years, 5 months and 9 days, and was buried at Sharon cemetery the following day. Mrs. Magruder was born on the 23rd of August, 1821, in Shelby county, Kentucky. She was the daughter of John Maddox, and married Dennis Magruder, with whom she moved to Howard county and settled on the farm, where she died, in 1840. She was the mother of 11 children, 3 of whom are dead. The remainder, 3 sons and 5 daughters, are all living within easy reach of home, except one daughter who lives in Kansas City, and one in Indian Territory. The latter, Mrs. Ellen Davis, came from home to see her mother, but got sick on the way and had to stay at her sister's, 3 miles of home. She could neither go to see her mother at her home or at the church, quite close to which she lay sick. Mrs. Magruder was ill only two days before her death. She was converted tin 1840 and was baptized by Rev. "Billy" Woods. She was a member of the Baptist church for over 60 years and has left a legacy of priceless value in her children and grandchildren, in the noble Christian example she has left them,--a legacy which says to them, "Be ye followers of me, ever as I am also of Christ." She was greatly endeared to every one who had the pleasure of knowing her, for her grand, Christian qualities, which were abundantly attested to by the fact of the large concourse of people who flocked to her funeral (on such a snowy day), which was preached at Sharon Church by the Rev. Townsend Wright. Her remains were laid beside her husband, who died about two years ago. 8 Feb 1901--BURNED TO DEATH AT COLUMBIA--Columbia, MO, Feb 5--Henry Arthur and Clifford Christian, two young men who had been arrested for interfering with a dance, were burned to death in the jail last night. They were intoxicated. Not realizing what they were doing, the men set fire to the jail. A woman prisoner escaped by breaking through a window. 15 Feb 1901--Gen E. Y. Mitchell, father of Mrs. R. P. Bland, died Tuesday at Rolla, Mo. 15 Feb 1901--Died, near Clark, on the 9th Wily Chisham, aged about 65 years. 15 Feb 1901--John S. Bogie went to Clark, Sunday to attend the funeral of his uncle, Wily Chishom, who died near that place Saturday. 15 Feb 1901--Edward Lee Bennet, of Moberly, died at the residence of his mother's east of Moberly, on the 9th, aged 30 years. He was to have been married the day he was taken sick, but postponed it until the 11th, the day he died. He was a brother of Recorder Joe Bennett. 15 Feb 1901--Rev. J. E. Norvell was called to LaPlata, Wednesday to perform a marriage ceremony. He was accompanied by his little daughter, Mary, who will spend a day or two with relatives and friends. 22 Feb 1901--YATES ITEMS--Died, on Feb 19th, the 9 months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ruse Allen. 22 Feb 1901--RENICK ITEMS--Sim Gashwiler, who resided near this place some thirty or forty years ago, but for the last eight of ten years a residence of Carthage, MO, died at Ashville, NC, on the 6th inst, where he had gone for his health. His remains were brought to St. Louis where the funeral services were held. He had quite a number of relatives in this vicinity. Watts, Gaston and Miss Eva Littrell of this place and Joe Crews of Moberly attended the funeral services, all being near relatives of the deceased. 22 Feb 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Julia Walker of Moberly, has sued Geo. Walker, of Sturgeon, for a divorce. They have been separated now for about ten years. 22 Feb 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Mary Miller died in this place February 16, 1901, after a long illness of a complication of diseases. Buried at Pleasant Grove Church. She was about 40 years old and was formerly the wife of Ed. Settles, late of this place. 22 Feb 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--We learn that Archie Ficklin, who died near Saling, Audrain county, a few days ago, made what is called in law a non cuputive will--that is, while on his dying bed he called up witnesses and told them how he wanted his property divided. But such wills are not good when the amount of the property devised exceeds $200, as it does in this case. 22 Feb 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Mrs. Virenda H. Turner, wife of John Turner, who died near here February 4 , 1901, left $2,400 in the Citizens Bank which has been divided between her husband and her heirs according to law without the cost of an administration. Under the law as it now stands a widower has the same interest in a deceased wife's estate as a widow has in a deceased husband's estate. Warren Turner, one of the heirs, is in California. The rest are all near here. 22 Feb 1901--Miles Williams, who has been in Iowa for the past year, is at home. 22 Feb 1901--J. L. Andrews, of Myers, who recently shipped a lot of Hereford cattle to Texas, returned home Wednesday. 22 Feb 1901--Chas. Thompson, a freight conductor on the M K & E, fell from his train Sunday, near Hillsdale, MO, and was instantly killed. 22 Feb 1901--Ben Morrison, a well known citizen of Moberly, died very suddenly at the Merchant's Hotel in that place Monday of heart failure. He was about 60 years old. 22 Feb 1901--Married, in Higbee, on Saturday, Feb 16th, at the residence of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Jones, Geo. L. Jones and Miss Sarah A. Thomas, of Bevier. Rev. C. S. Rennison, of Fayette, performed the ceremony. The News joins their other friends in extending good wishes. 22 Feb 1901--Mrs. Elizabeth Bradley, wife of T. M. Bradley, of Brentwood, Ark, died at that place Feb 15, 1901, aged 55 years. Mrs. Bradley was born and raised near Higbee, and her host of friends will be pained to learn of her death. She was the mother of J. S. Bradley of this place. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. 22 Feb 1901--Married, on February 14, 1901, at the residence of and by Eld. W. B. Anderson, Mr. L. B. Cleeton of Higbee and Miss Annie Yeager of Moberly. To this most worthy young couple the News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 22 Feb 1901--The News acknowledges the receipt of the following: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hare request your presence at the marriage of their son, David S., to Mary Lena Roberts, Wednesday evening, Feb 27, 1901, 7:30 p.m., Higbee, Mo. 22 Feb 1901--G. E. Fullington of Higbee and Miss Annabelle Ottwell, of Huntsville, were married yesterday at 1:30 p.m., in the parlors of the Central Christian church, by the pastor, Dr. Samuel B. Moore. They were accompanied by several of their intimate friends, making up a very pretty wedding party. They are worthy young people and have a large circle of friends who will wish them much happiness in their new relations. They left on an afternoon train for a wedding tour of a week or two--Moberly Democrat, Feb 18. The News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 22 Feb 1901--STURGEON MAN KILLED AT CENTRALIA--Centralia, MO, Feb 19--Riley McKinzie of this city shot and killed John Hawkins of Sturgeon, MO, this afternoon about 3 o'clock at the Wabash station in this city. A dispute arose over a small amount of money, and Hawkins, who was under the influence of liquor, began to curse McKinzie. He drew a knife and began to cut at McKinzie, cutting his coat sleeve in several places and also cutting him in the arm. McKinzie drew his pistol and fired four shots at Hawkins, one bullet entering the left breast and another entering the neck just below the left ear. Hawkins never spoke after being shot, but died about thirty minutes after the difficulty. Deceased was about 41 years old and was a man of family. McKinzie was placed under arrest and the coroner sent for. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

25 Jan 1901--Born, recently, to Wm. McDonald and wife, a son. 25 Jan 1901--Ex-county Judge Harrison Felps died at his home Friday after a few days' pleasant visit with Higbee relatives. 25 Jan 1901--In the proper place this week will be found the announcement of J. C. Dougherty, who is a candidate for the office of School commissioner of Randolph county, the election to be held April 2. Mr. Dougherty has had 9 years experience in all grades of school work, and is thoroughly acquainted with the needs of the schools over the county. He is a graduate of the North Missouri Institute of Salisbury, and also of the Kirksville Normal, and holds a lift-time certificate. Mr. Dougherty respectfully solicits your vote and in return promises to put forth his every effort for the upbuilding and advancement of the schools and education in Randolph county. 25 Jan 1901--One of the saddest deaths the News has ever been called upon to chronicle is that of Miss Matte Pogue, which occurred at the residence of R. L. Hines Wednesday evening, Jan. 23rd, 1901. Miss Pogue had had charge of the school in the old Higbee district since last fall, and in going to and from her school, contracted a severe cold, which ten days ago developed into a severe case of pneumonia, and despite the efforts of the best medical attention, she continued to grow worse until relieved by death. Deceased was 40 years old and leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn her untimely death. The remains were buried at Salem church yesterday. 25 Jan 1901--In the announcement column of this issue will be found the name of C. G. Williams, of Moberly, who is a candidate for School commissioner of Randolph county at the coming school election in April. Mr. Williams is a most successful teacher, having had 9 years experience, 5 of which he has spent as Principal of the Moberly South Park school. He has attended the State's institutions at Kirksville, Warrensburg and Columbia, and holds a state certificate. Mr. Williams has chosen teaching as his profession, and we know if the people of the county honor him with this office he will do his part in uplifting the schools over the county. 25 Jan 1901--A LETTER FROM G. A. DOUGHERTY--Jefferson, Tex, Jan 21, 1901--Mr. W. H. Welch, Higbee, MO: Dear Sir--After quite an elapse of time I will try and fulfill my promise to write you about this southern country. We have been here two months and I have been observing things closely that I might write a true description of both the people and the country and its products. Jefferson is the county seat of Marion county and has about 3,000 inhabitants. It is one of the oldest towns in Texas, and once boasted of having 20,000 inhabitants. But that was before the railroads entered Texas. It was a great shipping point by water both to and from Texas, as it is situated on the Cypress river, or, in southern parlance, Cypress bayou. But of late there is no shipping done from here by water, owing to the government having the big ten-mile drift cleared out of Red river which caused the water to go down in the Cypress so that boats can not come up as far as Jefferson only in time of high water. There are two railroads running through Jefferson--the Texas & Pacific and the Sherman, Shreveport & Southern--and both are doing a good business. There are several very extensive business firms here that are up to date and carry stocks that would be a credit to any city. There are two wholesale hardware houses and one drug and grocery house and numerous retail houses of all lines, classes and sizes; one large oil mill, one foundry, one large cotton warehouse, and one mile down the river there is a lumber mill and foundry. The mill saws 50,000 feet a day. Owing to the wave of McKinley "prosperity" the foundry has shut down and is not running now. The dwelling houses here seem odd to one from the north. Most all are built in the old southern style--very large rooms, from six to ten in number, with a large hall running through the full length of the house, and two or three galleries, the whole covering about half an acre. By the way, lumber and ground are both cheap here. The people are very sociable and easy to get acquainted with, but are rather aristocratic and pride themselves on their honor. The land here is a red sandy soil and resembles clay hills in Missouri, and one would think it very poor, but it is surprising to see the cotton that grows on it. The principal crop in this part is cotton, and they do all their plowing with one horse or small mule, and it is mostly a mule. They very seldom use two--not even to break the ground. They can raise almost anything here that grows in any other climate, and can raise two crops a year, but most of them are satisfied with one. A farmer that will get up and hustle can make money here, for he can work the year round. We have no mud. As soon as it stops raining one can go to plowing. We have had green vegetables all winter, from the truck wagons, raised right here. We have had but little cold weather,--just enough to form a little ice and freeze a slight crust on the ground. the old settlers say we will have cold weather yet. Well, I must tell you about my fishing and hunting trip. I had a special invitation from a friend who has a fishing and hunting camp down the river in the swamps to go down and have a hunt, and of course I accepted. We loaded up with provisions and ammunition enough for a little army, and went down. After driving through dense forests and swamps, we arrived at the camp which consists of a boat house, 12X30 feet, divided into four rooms and well furnished for living. This is strongly cabled to the bank. The camp was well supplied with boats and fishing tackle of all kinds. A good barn, and horse lot, cleared off, is close by. This is all surrounded by a dense forest of pines and cypress so thickly covered with bamboo and moss that one can hardly see 100 feet away. This is only broken by lakes and sloughs here and there which you can scarcely see until you are almost in them, owing to this vast undergrowth. This dense wilderness is inhabited by turkeys, quails, squirrels, rabbits, wild hogs and a few deer, and fish, (of course the fish are in the lakes and river). Oh, yes, and not the least, but that most magnificent who-who-oo owl is there by a large majority, and every night they would gather over the camp and "who-oo" so loud and long that I thought I would be compelled to go to the door and tell them who I was. I was afraid that they might think that I was from the north, and a Republican and they might call on me for a stump speech, but then I happened to think and told them I was from old Missouri and that settled it. Well, we fished and bombarded the woods and swamps and killed squirrels and rabbits and owls, and I killed a squirrel as black as night, and caught some fish, but it was too cold for fishing to be a success, though we got all we could eat and some to take home. We had a nice time for five days and went home. To my surprise on arriving home they had the laugh on us, and said that I was taking up with the Texas ways pretty quick, that it was generally understood in Jefferson that when any one went down to the camp they had either gone for a spree or to sober up one. (But, honest "Injin"' we did not have a drop.) One day last week we drove 16 miles over to Marshall, a beautiful town of 10,000 people. It is on the T. & P. R. R., and they have their shops and round house there and are spending lots of money, which gives the town quite a boom. They are building a $50,000 court house now and will complete it in March. I saw several other buildings going up and everything seemed to be on the move. Marshall has several very extensive business houses. There are two firms hard to excel anywhere. Their stores cover nearly half a block each, and are well filled with every line of goods imaginable. We get the News regularly, and it is a welcome visitor. We all want to read it first to see what is going on in Higbee and vicinity. Our friends may fail or forget to write but the News never fails to show up on time well ladened with the latest News. Our family are well and enjoying this southern clime, and one and all join in sending best wishes to yourself and family and old Higbee friends. Respectfully, G. A. Dougherty. 25 Jan 1901--A LETTER FROM OREGON--Mr. P. Dougherty, brother of G. A. Dougherty, and a former resident of this county, but now living at Coburg, Oregon, sends us a dollar on subscription and writes as follows, under date of January 14th: "W. H. Welch: Dear Sir and Friend--Thinking that perhaps some of my old friends would like to hear from me and about this country, I will write a short letter for the News. I have traveled over considerable of the western country as well as Missouri, and am now in the Willamette Valley, which, I think, is the finest country I ever saw. The soil is fine and the climate doesn't vary much. There is very little wind and no storms and you scarcely ever hear thunder. We have not had, so far, enough cold to freeze ice more than half an inch. We have had three snows, the deepest being about two inches, which did not lay on 48 hours. This valley is from 30 to 40 miles wide and about 90 to 100 long, and embraces some of the finest land in the world. In fact, this is the garden-spot of the world. Apples, peaches, pears, cherries, plums and prunes are grown to perfection, and I think they are the finest I ever tasted. All kinds of vegetables are grown, with the exception of sweet potatoes, but I am told they grow them in some parts of the valley but that they are not grown profitably. As to cereals, they grow rye, wheat, barley, oats and corn, but the latter is not very profitable, as it stays green all fall. Grass is still green and growing now and very little stock is fed here at all, the majority going through the winter without attention or feed. The people are kind and hospitable. In fact, the majority of the people in this valley are Missourians, so I was almost at home when I got here, and I feel now as if I would be willing to spend the rest of my days here. P. Dougherty. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments wecome.

4 Jan 1901--We printed sale bills this week for Mrs. Eli Hursman, who will sell a lot of personal property at her farm near Myers on January 26th. 4 Jan 1901--John Ketchum, a Negro, thirty years old, had a painful experience last Saturday that may yet prove fatal. He has been employed at the N. P. Todd farm, shucking corn. Saturday morning he was standing by a big open fire-place in one of the cabins when he was taken by a fit to which he is subject, and fell into the fire. the other Negroes in the room were paralyzed with superstitious fright and did not go to his assistance until he was severely, if not fatally burned. His scalp, cheek, left eye, one hand a arm were burned to a crisp before they pulled him from the fire. He was placed in a wagon and hurried here to a doctor. It was necessary to securely tie the hands and feet of the unfortunate man before the Negroes would accompany him--Fayette Advertiser. 4 Jan 1901--J. S. Kirby has ordered the address of his paper changed from Strawn, to Lyra, Texas. 4 Jan 1901--A. F. Dinwiddie and family were called to New Franklin Saturday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Dinwiddie's mother, Mrs. Susan Stapleton, who died at that place Saturday morning, aged 70 years. 4 Jan 1901--Married, in Higbee, on January 3, 1901, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Hines, Mr. W. Arch Middleton and Miss Georgia Hines, Eld. C. W. Strawn, pastor of the Christian church, officiating. Only the immediate relatives were in attendance. The bride is one of Higbee's most popular young ladies, and numbers her friends by her acquaintances. The groom during his short residence here, has proven himself a model young man, and is in every way worthy the prize he has won. The News joins their many friends in wishing for them a long and happy life. 4 Jan 1901--Mr. W. A. Lessly, son of G. W. Lessly, and Miss Bessie Pyle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Pyle, of near town, drove to Moberly Thursday and were married at the Methodist parsonage in that city by R. V. Cressap, pastor of the church there. They were given a reception at the home of the bride Thursday evening. To this most worthy young couple the News extends congratulations and best wishes. 11 Jan 1901--A Notable Family Reunion. Moberly, Mo. Jan 8--An interesting and somewhat unusual family reunion was held here a few days ago. In 1841 Mr. Charles Ragsdale and family moved from Indiana to this county. Mr. Ragsdale died about seven years ago, aged 86 years. His wife, who survives him, is 90 years old, and is still as hale and active as persons of 70 usually are. To this couple twelve children were born, ten of whom are yet living, and they, their children and grandchildren formed the reunion as follows: Mrs. Cassandra Ragsdale, age 90; Julius Ragsdale, 72; Louisa Harden, 70; Elizabeth Toombs, 68; B. A. Ragsdale 66; Amanda Owens, 61; Louis Ragsdale, 59; F. M. Ragsdale, 56; G. W. Ragsdale, 55; Nancy Jennings, 53; Malissa Gilliam, 50; Annie Ragsdale, 63; John Ragsdale, 47. Eight of these were present and the average ages of mother and children present was 80 1-9 years. Julius has ten children, twenty-nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; Mrs. Harden, seven children, twenty grandchildren; B. A. Ragsdale, seven children and seventeen grandchildren; Mrs. Owens, six children and six grandchildren; F. M. Ragsdale, twelve children, eight grandchildren; G. W. Ragsdale, eleven children; Mrs Jennings, two children; Mrs. Gilliam, one child; G. W., five children one grandchild. This gives Mrs. Cassandra Ragsdale sixty-one grandchildren, 81 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, or 146 in all. 11 Jan 1901--Sam'l Garaveley, pioneer citizen of Moberly, died at his home in that place Wednesday, aged 88 years. 11 Jan 1901--Born, on the 1st, to Jack Dixon and wife, a son. 11 Jan 1901--Born, on the 8th, to Geo. Fox and wife, a son. 11 Jan 1901--"Uncle" Jacob Bartee, of Clark, died Thursday evening, aged about 65 years. We did not learn the cause of his death. 11 Jan 1901--Mrs. Lelah Belsher, of Walker, MO, who was the recent guest of her aunt, Mrs. J. J. Bradley, was married on the 1st, to Dr. C. B. Davis of Walker. 11 Jan 1901--Andrew J. Herndon, one of the oldest attorneys in Howard county, died at his home in Fayette Thursday evening of last week, aged 84 years. He had been a resident of the county for 66 years. 11 Jan 1901--James Golden, a young man about 24 years of age, who was assisting in the construction of the new C. & A. bridge across the river at Glasgow, fell from same on Tuesday and was instantly killed. The coroner was immediately summoned, and held an inquest. Golden was a resident of Glasgow and his unfortunate death is deplored by all. This is the third fatal accident on this work since it begun. There is hardly a day but that some person or persons are injured seriously--Fayette Democrat-Leader. 18 Jan 1901--Thanks to Mrs. Alice Lloyd for a renewal. 18 Jan 1901--Miss Lizzie Terrill aged 28 years, died at her home near Roanoke on the 14th, of consumption. 18 Jan 1901--S. T. Riggs, a prominent stock dealer of near Sturgeon, died on the 12th, aged 76 years. 18 Jan 1901--The 3-year-old son of John Bozarth and wife of near Clifton Hill was burned to death one day last week while playing around the fire. 18 Jan 1901--Joe Lyons and wife, who removed to Kentucky two years ago, had the misfortune to lose their 13-year-old daughter from typhoid fever two weeks ago. 18 Jan 1901--Cochrane Ballentine, who has been an inmate of the county farm for two or three years, died at the farm Monday and was buried in the cemetery here Tuesday by the side of his wife, who died a few years ago. For years Mr. Ballentine was night watch at the Higbee mine, but three or four years ago he was compelled to give up his work, having been stricken blind in an instant. He was taken to an oculist, who pronounced his case hopeless. After his wife's death his mind began to give way under his afflictions and in a short time he was a raving maniac. His case being hopeless and not being able to keep him as he should have been kept, his family put him under the charge of the county. Mr. Ballantine was 56 years of age at the time of his death. 18 Jan 1901--The case of Monroe Minor against the estate of Granville Wilson, deceased, came up for trial in the circuit court at Huntsville Saturday. This is the suit in which Minor sued the estate for $3,000 on an instrument which he claimed Granville Wilson gave him that amount for fraternal kindness and noble deeds. At the conclusion of the plaintiff's testimony the attorneys for the defense demurred to the evidence and their demurer was sustained by Judge Hockaday. This settles the case which has attracted so much attention. It will be remembered that this case was tried by jury in the probate court some time ago and a verdict was rendered for the estate. We understand that Mr. Minor does not propose to take the case any further, and the incident can be considered as closed--Moberly Democrat. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Mrs. Chism, mother of the section foreman at Larrabee, died this week of erysipelas, aged 55 years. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Ben Davis, the barber, is now making this place his home. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Mary E. Goff has sued Everett Goff for divorce, alleging as grounds therefore, non support, etc. Married in 1895, separated 1900. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Vivion Clay, the infant child of Oten Old, of this place, was found dead in bed one morning last week. Age 12 days; buried at Chapel Grove. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Joseph Bartee, father of Geo. Bartee, of this place, died in Clark, January 10th, aged 73 years. He was a native of Howard county, and was buried near Armstrong. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Zadok T. Riggs died at his house four miles south of Sturgeon, Jan 12, 1901, of Dropsy, aged 77 years. He leaves a wife and three children. He made a will about a year before his death. 18 Jan 1901--STURGEON ITEMS--Emily Hubbard, wife of Ab Hubbard, died in this place January 10, 1901, of consumption, aged about 49 years. Her life had been somewhat eventful. Her first husband was Bob Davenport. He was shot and killed by Ab. Hubbard in about 1874, and who afterwards married her. But he separated from her shortly before her death. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.