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

Here is the website for ordering the 1880 US census and index online. http://www.familysearch.org/ Click on 1880 census and check on the right box after this page loads. Bonnie ----- Original Message ----- From: "laura crane" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 18, 2001 8:49 PM Subject: Re: [MOHOWARD-L] 1880 census > 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] > > > > >

James John Bagby would be hard to find listed as a slave -- if he was indeed 38 at the time of his death -- he was born in 1862 -- meaning he would not have even been counted on the slave schedules... the last of which was 1860 -- and black people were not counted on the census until 1870. However, it would be interesting to look at the 1860 slave schedules and isolate all Bagby surnames as slaveholders. You would also isolate all BAGBY plus whomever marriages -- most likely they will be listed on the slave schedules near the families they married into-- as families tended to live near each other. After that -- you would look for wills, probate records, and court records to track mentions of slaves; final settlement records would also be helpful. Newspaper records etc, are also very helpful -- but there are so many places to check. What you might find on the 1870 census is John Bagby's parents. John Bagby's death certificate of 1900 might also include a mention of his parents -- which would be additional information to go on. This can all be very confusing. Let me cite a small example. My ggreat grandfather was named Marion Wilson -- he died in 1947. Marion's mother was named Mary Ann Howard [according to his death certificate]. [Mary Ann's original owner was named Chism; she was bequeathed to her owner Jacob Chism's daughter Elizabeth; who subsequently married Lot Howard.] On the Black marriage records Mary Ann Howard married a Samuel McClanahan in 1865. Via a bit of research I discovered that Samuel McClanahan was rented out as a slave by Jacob Chism. Jacob's oldest daughter Mary Polly Chism -- married Thomas C. Letchworth and Jacob Chism was the guardian of Mr. Letchworth's minors heir upon his death. Jacob was responsible for renting out the slaves on the estate and paying the rent profits to the heirs account. One the slaves was Samuel McClanahan and the other Hezekiah Letchworth. Ahhhhh. But it gets worse... but 1870 on the Morgan Co census Mary Ann is enumerated with the last name of ROSS living next door to Black CHISMs... my great great grandfather is called MARION ROSS and he is 6 years old -- with three other siblings: {Margaret 7; Mary 4 and Alexander 2]. The head of household is also named Marion Ross. Since I knew that Mary Ann had ties to the CHISM... seeing her enumerated next door to BLACK CHISMS was a clue. My guess is that Samuel McClanahan died not long after they married [or he found out that the baby his wife was carrying or had was not his?] & by 1870 Mary Ann Howard was married again to a Mr. ROSS. After 1880 I did not find her or Marion Wilson's siblings. On the 1880 Morgan Co census Marion Ross has apparently "remarried," with a new wife and 3 children. I have not been able to find out what happened to Mary Ann Howard -- the children besides Marion. SIDENOTE: On the 1870 Morgan Census Mary Ann and Marion Ross; live next door to Jim Chism and his wife Susan; and another black family Henry and Sallie Thurston. I happen to know that the ROSS, THURTSON and CHISM families intermarried in the white family side; they live next door to a white families named Pennebaker and Livingston. LIVINGSTON's also married into the CHISMs on the white side. In other words; if there is a pattern in the white slave owning family's marriages; there would be a similar pattern among the black families and their living on or near their former owners. In 1880 -- my great great grandfather Marion is found on the Cooper Co, MO census living with Edwin Patterson [who manages the Ravenswood farm] and goes by the surname of WILSON. Apparently Marion has a sister who was a slave on Ravenswood -- and her last was MILLIE WILSON. So if Marion appears in Cooper Co in 1880 -- there's no telling what happened to his "sister" who would be 17 years old by this time and the other siblings. Oh... and on Marion's death certificate it notes his father as being named as WILLIAM WILSON? Mama obviously knew something that perhaps was passed on to Marion -- because it was reported on his death certificate by his 2nd wife? Now here's the deal... in slavery marriages not recognized. MARION WILSON was born at the close of slavery in 1865 -- and his mother and father were obviously not able for whatever reason to "make" or "remain" a family for a variety of unknown but also predictable reasons. The deal is that the surname search for African American ancestors is confusing... and requires a great deal of sleuthing to put things together. Basically I am looking at five county area: Cooper, Morgan, Moniteau, Callaway and Henry from 1830-1870 for HOWARD, CHISM, THURSTON, ROSS and TUTT families to tie all the white family ties together via slaveowner ship; and a subsequent review of all their wills, probate records, final settlement and inventories, and family papers etc., to put alot of pieces together. In the end -- I discovered that another slaveowner named Robert A. Wilson owned property not too far away from Lot Howard in Morgan Co. And that the PATTERSON family that Marion Wilson was living with in 1880 -- had ties to the BYLER family that married into the HOWARDS? So maybe their really is a reason for me having the surname WILSON? Hope I didn't confuse you all. But the deal is this: it is a combination of surnames that may tell a different story along with comparing family ties across neighborhing counties. By 1880 many black families has changed their surname... so it is critical to locate them in 1870 near or with their former owners if possible and follow the family through 1920 on the census. It's all very tricky! traci wilson-kleekamp african americans in missouri http://www.missouri-slave-data.org

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] > >

21 Dec 1900--Wm. Halley, Quantrell's chief lieutenant, died in the St. Joseph insane asylum last Monday, aged 59 years. 21 Dec 1900--Colonel William R. Gist, mayor of Marshall in the early days of that town, died last week at the Saline county poor farm. 21 Dec 1900--Married, in Higbee, MO, Dec 19, 1900, at the residence of and by Rev. J. E. Norvell, Mr. Herbert L. Higdon and Miss Sallie V. Martin, two of Higbee's nicest and most popular young people. Only a few of their most intimate friends witnessed the ceremony. The couple left that afternoon for Pleasant Green, MO, for a few days' visit with Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Goldsberry. The News joins their many friends in wishing them a happy wedded life. 21 Dec 1900--CLARK ITEMS--The infant of Mr. and Mrs. Bert McCown died Dec 12th. 21 Dec 1900--The wife of Hall Turner, colored, died Monday at her home one mile north of town. 21 Dec 1900--Born, on the 14th, to Fred Laight and wife, a daughter. 21 Dec 1900--Thos. Warford was called to Fayette Monday on account of the death of his brother-in-law, James Shipley. 21 Dec 1900--Married, on the 18th, at the residence of and by Justice John Rankin, F. A. Wheeler and Miss Gertrude Steward. 21 Dec 1900--Married, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Race, on Wednesday eve, Dec 19, 1900. Miss Sadie Race and Mr. Ernest Bryant, Rev. C. S. Rennison, pastor of the M. E. Church, officiating. After the ceremony the guest were invited to the dining room where a delightful feast awaited them. To this worthy and popular young couple the News joins other friends in extending congratulations and best wishes for a future of prosperity and unalloyed bliss. 21 Dec 1900--The case of Monroe Minor against the Granville Wilson estate which was tried in the probate court in Moberly this week, resulted in a victory for the estate. A large number of witnesses were introduced and each side fought to a finish. Mr. Minor based his suit upon the following instrument, which is dated three days prior to Wilson's will, in which he left all of his property, valued at about $10,000, to Press Oliver, a Negro with whom he lived; "Twenty-two months after date I Promise to Pay a gift to Monroe Minor in the sum of Three thousand Dollars for his fraternal Kindness and noble deeds for me in the Past and I hereby bind Myself or my legal Representatives to fulfill the above Promise at Maturity and if not paid at Maturity then said amount with 4 Percent interest Per annum, from Maturity shall be added thereon, this done on the above date at my place of Residence at 2 o'clock p.m. G. L. Willson. 28 Dec 1900--Born, on the 23rd, to R. D. Jones and wife, a daughter. 28 Dec 1900--In a dispatch from Sturgeon dated the 26th, announcing the death of W. E. Atterby, the statement is made that Mrs. Atterby died ten days previous to her husband. We have made every effort to verify it, be can't do so, and are sure it is a mistake. 28 Dec 1900--J. B. Tymony came in from Oklahoma City, Tuesday night, where, with W. F. Burton, he is engaged in the grocery business. He is very much pleased with his new location, and says it is one of the liveliest and best towns in the country. He reports "Wood" in good health and spirits, and says he is getting fleshy. Mr. Tymony has gained ten pounds in weight. He will remain several days. 28 Dec 1900--Married, near Clark, MO, Tuesday, Dec 25, 1900, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Mary Jarman, Miss Ella Jarman, and Mr. Omer Earsom, of Clark, Mo. Only the relatives and intimate friends were present. The young couple left for Glasgow, MO, where they will spend a few days before returning to their home at Clark. The News extends good wishes. 28 Dec 1900--We understand that thieves entered the meat house of Julius Ragsdale, near Moberly, one night this week, and carried off nine head of hogs which had been recently killed. The thieves were tracked to Moberly but the meat was not found. 28 Dec 1900--Wm. Duncan, of near Yates, and Miss Mary Hotchkiss, of Hannibal, MO, were united in marriage at the latter place, Thursday, Dec 27, 1900. The bride is a member of a prominent family of Hannibal, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Duncan, west of town. The young couple were given a big reception by the groom's parents last night. To this young couple the News joins other friends in extending congratulations. 28 Dec 1900--Born, on the 20th, to Uriah James and wife, a son. 28 Dec 1900--Eli Nichols, a 13-year-old boy of Slater was killed by a Wabash train at Centralia Saturday night. He was beating his way. 28 Dec 1900--Mrs. Jane Pasley, mother of Eld. A. W. Pasley, formerly pastor of the Christian church here, died at her home in Callaway county on the 25th, aged 77 years. 28 Dec 1900--Marvin Atterby, son of W. E. Atterby and wife, formerly of this place, died at his home in Centralia on Dec 16, 1900, of blood poison, aged 30 years. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss. 28 Dec 1900--Married, near Elliott, Sunday, at the residence of and by Eld. W. B. Anderson, Mr. John Milns and Miss Bethel Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Davis of this place. This is a worthy young couple and the News wishes for them a happy future. Prof Davis informs us that his daughter, Miss Chassie, who has been employed as stenographer by a St. Louis rubber company for several months, resigned her position for a much more lucrative one with a larger manufacturing establishment of that city. 28 Dec 1900--The friends of W. E. Atterby, formerly of Higbee, will be pained to learn of his death, which occurred at his home near Hallsville, Boone county, on Monday, Dec 24, 1900. He had been sick only a few days,--dying of pneumonia contracted while attending the funeral of his son, Marvin, who died at his home in Centralia on Dec 16, of blood poison. Mr. Atterby was 60 years old and leaves to mourn his loss a wife, one son and one daughter. He was a member of the Masonic and A. O. U. W. lodges of this place and carried insurance to the amount of $2,000 in the latter. To the bereaved family the News extends its sympathy in their double bereavement. 28 Dec 1900--A MOBERLY TRAGEDY--A pistol shot, the screams of two terrified women and the dull thud of a body as it fell to the floor, tells in brief the story of a startling tragedy which occurred at the home of Mrs. Jane Slaughter, 810 west Sturgeon street, a few minutes after 7 o'clock Saturday evening. James Dyer, the victim of the tragedy, is the son of James H. Dyer, who resides at 339 North Williams street, and was well known in this city, where he has worked for various parties. The circumstances which led to the tragedy are surrounded in mystery, although three persons, Mrs. Jane Slaughter and her son and daughter, Eddie and Rhodie, were in the room when the fatal shot was fired, but as near as we can learn, the facts are as follows: Young Dyer had only been in the house about ten minutes and was sitting on the bed in the family room, laughing and talking with Rhodie, when suddenly, and without warning he pulled a pistol, a 38 caliber bull dog, and placing it near the right side of his head, pulled the trigger. The bullet entered in an almost straight line and Dyer fell. In the fall one of his legs caught on the post of the foot of the bed and he hung in that position until Mr. Jourdan and another gentleman, who were summoned, arrived, and finding that he was still breathing, released the leg and let him down to the floor. Dr. Cuppaidge was sent for, but before he arrived Dyer was dead. He expired without speaking. The doctor probed for the bullet, but was unable to locate it. James H. Dyer, father of the dead man, stated that his son never owned a revolver and was in the best of spirits when he left home at noon Saturday. Officers Gillian and Ragsdale, who went out to the Slaughter home just after the tragedy placed Mrs. Slaughter and her son and daughter under surveillance and, upon the arrival of chief Quayle, they were taken to the city hall where they are held pending the result of the coroner's inquest which takes place at 10 a.m. today. The Slaughter's admitted later that the revolver belonged to Eddie Slaughter--Moberly Democrat. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

7 Dec 1900--Jas. Humphrey and family were called to Armstrong Sunday by the death of Mrs. Humphrey's brother, J. Elmer Green, who was killed at Hamilton, MO, Saturday, by being run over by the cars. Mr. Green was a brakeman on the Burlington and at the time of the accident was making a flying switch. When he signaled the engineer, after pulling the pin, the latter pulled the throttle wide open, causing the engine to run from under Mr. Green, letting him fall in the center of the track, where he was caught by the two cars that were being switched. His right arm was mashed into a pulp and his skull badly fractured. He lived about ten minutes after being taken out, but never regained consciousness. Deceased was a brother of Rev. N. B. Green formerly of this place, and was well known here, and his many friends regret to learn of his untimely death. 7 Dec 1900--A telegram from Thos. S. Carter of Sturgeon informs us of the death of his daughter, Mrs. Maude Farley, who died at that place Wednesday night, of consumption. burial will take place today. Deceased was a niece of Mrs. J. J. Whitmire and W. D. Baker of this place. 7 Dec 1900--Samuel Talcott, the Wabash agent at Renick, and Mrs. Susan Deer, were married at that place on Nov 25, 1900. 7 Dec 1900--Born, on the 5th, to Frank Pitney and wife, a daughter. 7 Dec 1900--Born, on the 5th, to Ed Smith and wife a son. 7 Dec 1900--CLARK ITEMS--Mrs. N. B. Green passed through here Sunday on her way to Armstrong to attend the funeral of Mr. Elmer Green who was killed at Brookfield, MO, Dec 1. 7 Dec 1900--Married, in Renick, MO, Sunday, Dec 2, 1900, Mr. W. R. Jones and Miss Gwendolyn Watkins, both of Higbee, Eld. John McCune, of Renick officiating. The contracting parties are two of Higbee's popular young people and their friends here wish them a happy married life. 7 Dec 1900--John M. Collins, who had been seriously ill for some time, died at his residence six miles north west of Higbee, Saturday, December 1, 1900, aged 78 years. Deceased spent his life, with the exception of two years in California, on the farm on which he died. He was never married, and devoted most of his long life to an invalid sister who was confined to her bed for 45 years. He was buried Sunday on the home place. 14 Dec 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Henry A. Farley of Peoria, Ill, attended the funeral of Mrs. Maude Farley here the past week. 14 Dec 1900--The remains of Pearl Carter will be removed from Sturgeon cemetery to Pisgah about the first of the new year and re-interred by the side of her sister, Mrs. Farley, who was buried there last week. Miss Carter died in Oct 1892, aged 17. 14 Dec 1900--MAUDE MAY FARLEY--IN MEMORIAM--(poem)--Maude May Farley, daughter of Thos. S. and Melissa Carter, was born August 2, 1870, in Audrain county, MO, about a mile southwest of Pisgah church, where she was buried; came to Sturgeon with her parents in 1871; was educated in Sturgeon High School; married to Frank L. Farley, of Columbia, MO, December 13, 1893; moved to Sedalia, MO, in 1896 and died in Sturgeon, MO, at 10:30 o'clock Wednesday night, December 5, 1900, aged 30 years, 3 months and 3 days. She had long been a sufferer with that dread of all diseases, consumption, but during all her sickness, which lasted for over two years, not one word of complaint ever escaped her lips, and it can be truthfully said that she exhibited remarkable patience and courage throughout, never giving up until the icy hands of death clasped her in their unyielding embrace. Just before the dread summons came, when all around her were weeping, she said to her mother, "fix my pillow and let me go to sleep." She then called to Pearl (a sister who died in 1892) to "hold the light," and soon she crossed over the dark river and fell asleep never to awake until the resurrection morn. Her funeral was preached at the residence of her parents by Rev. J. D. Hunt, pastor of the Methodist Church here, after which her remains were laid to rest in Pisgah cemetery, three miles north of Sturgeon. Her husband's four brothers, H. A. Farley, of Peoria, Ill; W. E. and L. R. Farley, of Columbia; R. E. Farley, of Sedalia, and her two brothers, Boone and Don Carter, acted as pall-bearers, and her grave was strewn with flowery wreaths woven by tender hands of loving friends far and near. She leaves a father and mother, husband; two brothers and two sisters, but no children. She is gone, but her memory liveth. Her kind and affectionate husband, who clung to her with rare devotion and ministered to her every want, is bereft of a loving and dutiful wife and his head droops in sorrow at the sight of his now desolate home; her parents mourn the loss of one of the idols of their hearts, and her brothers and sisters weep with an almost inconsolable grief. But the waving grass will canopy her eternal couch, loving and tender hands will tapestry it with fragrant flowers, while the winds of time will sing her requiem; yet her memory will ever remain green in the hearts of her relatives and friends. 14 Dec 1900--Mr. John M. Collins, the subject of this sketch, was born in Fayette county, Kentucky, Feb 17, 1822, and died Dec 1, 1900, at 5:30 p.m., 1900, and was buried at 3 o'clock, p.m., Dec 2, in the family grave yard on the farm where he lived. His father died when he was quite small and his mother, four sons and one daughter removed to Missouri in 1834 and bought the farm on which he died. Mr. Collins was the third son. After his brothers were married and left home, he remained on the home farm caring for his mother and sister until their deaths. His sister, who was an invalid, was confined to her bed for 40 years; and only preceded him to the grave a few years. Mr. Collins never married. He lived more for the comfort of others than for himself. He was an honorable gentleman, highly respected by all who knew him, and was ever ready to do good for others. He has gone to his reward and will be missed by those who knew him. We sympathize with those who were near and dear to him. May we all realize that we too are passing away and prepare to meet the summons when it comes. (poem). 14 Dec 1900--Born, on the 8th, to Geo. Asberry and wife, a son. 14 Dec 1900--IN MEMORIAM--Robert S. Mattocks was born in Ohio June 5, 1829. He grew to manhood in his native state and came to Missouri in 1845, locating in Montgomery county, where he resided until 1892, when he moved to Higbee, Mo. During the civil war he served the Union cause under Gen. Thomas. He was honorably discharged in 1865, and resumed his occupation in the peaceful walks of life, that of farming. He married Miss Jane Parsons in 1864, and to this union was born four children, all of whom are living. He loved his country and instilled that love into the hearts of his children. He was genial, warm hearted and generous and was noted for his perseverance and industry. He sought to rear his children in the ways of industry, integrity and usefulness. He united with the C. P. church in 1879, and spent his leisure hours in reading his Bible. On June 8, 1900, he was stricken with dropsy, and on the advice of the family physician, he went to the Soldier's Home at Ft. Leavenworth, Kas, for treatment. For awhile he seemed to improve, and visited his family in Higbee, but soon grew worse and returned to the home where he died very suddenly on Nov 25, 1900. The message announcing his death was delayed in transmittal so that his body had been laid to rest ere any of his family knew of his death. He was buried at the Home with military honors, Nov 26, 1900. His labors on earth are finished and he has gone to his reward, but his life and teachings we will ever keep fresh and green in our memories. With sad and sorrowing hearts we bow to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and we pray that our future lives may be such that the Father of all will re-unite us on yonder shore where death, parting and sorrow are never known. Father, we bless you. Our hearts ache with sorrow at the loss of your companionship, but we hope to meet you in Heaven. Mrs. Jane Mattocks, W. W. Mattocks, C. E. Mattocks, Lena Mattocks, J. R. Mattocks. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

2 Nov 1900--Born, on the 24th, to Morris Fuller and wife, a son. 2 Nov 1900--Born, on the 30th, to Robert Lewis and wife, a daughter. 2 Nov 1900--Robert Mattocks, of this place, died at the Soldier's Home at Leavenworth, Kansas, Thursday, October, 25th, 1900. He had been at the Home about two months, and had been sick for some time, but was thought to be much better and had arranged to come home, when death overtook him. He was 72 years old. A wife, two grown sons and a daughter survive him. The remains were buried at the Home. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved family. 2 Nov 1900--KILLED IN THE MINE--Thos. Bain, the Popular Mine Foreman, Meets Death in the New Mine--It is the sad duty of the News to this week chronicle the death of one of Higbee's most substantial and popular citizens--Mr. Thos. Bain, who was killed in the new mine of the Higbee Coal Co, east of town, on Monday, Oct 29, 1900, a little after seven o'clock by a fall of rock. Mr. Bain left home that morning in a great hurry that he might not be late, and had not been in the mine over three minutes when he was killed. In company with four other men he was standing in the main entry near the rock and had just started under it with a measuring stick in his hand for the purpose of measuring the distance under it that it might be secured with props, when, without a second's warning, it came down upon him. He evidently heart it coming, for the tried to turn back, but the measuring stick caught on something, and the short delay of a second cost him his life. As it was, he was caught only by the edge of the rock which was ten or twelve feet long, four wide and 18 inches thick. His back and one leg was broken and his right side and ribs badly crushed. Although tons of rock were resting upon him he was not killed instantly, but gave some directions to his companions as to how best get him out. They lost no time in going to his aid and in a few moments had him out from under the enormous weight, and started to the surface with him, but his injuries had been too great and he died before he could be taken out of the shaft. When he started under the rock he was warned by his companions that he was in great danger, but he was hard of hearing and probably did not hear them. The body was brought to his house in town, and prepared for burial and the arrival of his children and other relatives. The remains were taken to the Christian church Thursday evening where funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. E. Norvell, pastor of the Baptist church, after which they were conveyed to the city cemetery and laid to rest beside his wife who died in 1889, and his daughter, Mrs. John Honaker, who preceded him only a few months ago. In his death the community loses one of its best citizens--one universally loved and respected by all who knew him, as the large concourse of sorrowing friends who followed him to his last resting place testifies. Mr. Bain was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, in 1831, and came to this country in 1848. He entered the mines at the age of eight years and during his long career has held every position from trapper to superintendent. Several years ago he was superintendent and a large owner in a large mine in Illinois, but bad investments in Colorado mining property swallowed up his fortune. Nothing daunted he again entered the mines, and in 1889 moved to Higbee where he has since resided, being foreman of the Interstate until it closed down, and at the time of his death was foreman of the new mine being opened. Mr. Bain was twice married, his second wife being Miss Jennie Hines of this county, who survives him. Ten children were born of his first marriage, five of whom survive,--three daughters and two sons. Besides these, he leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death. He was a whole-souled jovial man who always looked on the bright side of life, and always had a good word for every one, and will be missed as a father by those employed under him. Everybody was his friend and we have yet to hear of any one who ever spoke a word of harm against him. Although he was deprived of the advantages of school when a youth, he was a well posted man, being well versed in history and was thoroughly familiar with all the poets and authors of note. To the heart-broken wife and children, and the sorrowing relatives and friends, the News joins the community in extending sympathy. Peace to his ashes! 9 Nov 1900--Born, on the 3rd, to Albert Martin and wife, a son. 9 Nov 1900--Born, on Nov 5th, to W. H. Smith and wife, a daughter. 9 Nov 1900--J. B. Tymony will leave Sunday for Oklahoma where he and Wood Burton will engage in the mercantile business. Mr. Tymony has been in business here for a number of years and has a host of friends who regret to see him leave. The News wishes for him success in his new home. 9 Nov 1900--Joseph Munsell, aged 61 years, died after a lingering illness at his home in Silver Creek township, October 29, 1900. Deceased was buried in the Mt. Salem cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Maupin of Howard county. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family. 9 Nov 1900--Born, on the 7th, to Noah Perkins and wife a son. 9 Nov 1900--The wife of Frank Dysart, col, died at her home on Silver Creek Friday evening. She was taken with a severe pain in the head and lived only a few hours. 16 Nov 1900--A. W. Middleton went to Vandalia, Tuesday, to attend the marriage of his brother G. A. Middleton, which occurred at that place Wednesday evening. 16 Nov 1900--Married, in Higbee, MO, Nov 11th, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Maxfield, John Duncan and Miss Mamie Maxfield, Rev. J. E. Norvell officiating. The News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 16 Nov 1900--The many friends of Thos. W. Genola, of Moberly, will regret to learn of his death which occurred at that place Tuesday, Nov 13,, of apoplexy after an illness of several months. 16 Nov 1900--Mr. G. A. Middleton, of Higbee, and Miss Lillie Humphrey, of this city, were united in marriage at Mexico Wednesday afternoon, Nov 14, 1900, Rev. I. F. Lusk, of Moberly, performing the ceremony. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Mary Humphrey, of this city. She is accomplished, cultured and popular. The groom is a son of J. A. Middleton, of this city. He is and has been for several years cashier of the citizens Bank of Higbee. He is a pleasant and companionable gentleman, has excellent business capacity and enjoys the esteem of all. The Mail and Express sees no reason why this union should not be a happy one, and we believe it will. May the future bring them all the happiness that can possibly be crowded into their wedded life.--Vandalia Mail and Express. The news joins the community in extending good wishes. 16 Nov 1900--G. A. Dougherty and wife left Monday for Jefferson, Texas, where they will spend the winter. Should they like the country Mr. Dougherty will go into business and make it a permanent home. We are extremely sorry to lose these people from our midst as they were two of our best and most prominent citizens. The best wishes of the entire community go with them. 16 Nov 1900--WON HIS BRIDE--The marriage of Uncle John Hubbard and Mrs. Mattie McCune, which was duly solemnized at the residence of the officiating minister, Elmer McCune, father-in-law of the bride at 6 o'clock Sunday evening, came in the nature of a big surprise to the friends of the contracting parties who, while expecting a wedding, had prepared to congratulate another bridegroom. It is stated on authority that the bride elect and Ben Sumpter, a well known citizen who resides in that part of the county, were engaged to be married. In fact, arrangements had progressed so far that the prospective bridegroom had already secured the legal documents necessary to make two one. About this time Uncle John Hubbard, concluding that he was lonely and needed a helpmate, stepped into the matrimonial arena. He called on the lady of his choice, presented his case and pleaded his cause so well that she concluded she had made a mistake in choosing a life partner and accepted Mr. Hubbard instead. The wedding, which occurred Sunday, as stated above, was a quiet one and was witnessed by a few of the most intimate friends of the contracting parties--Moberly Democrat. 23 Nov 1900--John Watson, a farmer, drove off a bridge near Boonville Wednesday night and was killed. 23 Nov 1900--Married, in Higbee, MO, Wednesday, Nov 21st, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Marguerite Lambier, Miss Bertha Lambier, and Mr. Peter Walker, of Huntsville. Rev. C. S. Rennison, of Fayette, officiating. The News extends good wishes. 23 Nov 1900--John A. Adler, aged 77 years, met with an accident Thursday of last week that cost him his life. A Mr. Comstock was in town trading Thursday, and Mr. Adler concluded he would ride out home with him. Soon after passing the residence of Joseph Lessley, the board which Mr. Adler was using for a seat, was caught in the spokes of the hind wheel of the wagon, which threw him to the ground with great force, and before the team could be stopped the wagon had passed over him. Dr. Nichols was called and upon examination found four ribs broken and his whole system. The doctor gave him every attention possible but he continued to grow worse until Sunday morning when death relieved him. Deceased leaves two sons, a daughter and a host of friends to mourn his loss. 23 Nov 1900--L. S. Blankenship, aged 66 years, died Sunday, November 18th, 1900, at the residence of his brother-in-law, D. W. Sly, of kidney trouble, after an illness of ten days. The remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery Monday evening. His daughter, Mrs. Thos. Cogan, of Chicago, was with him during his last hours. 23 Nov 1900--Clipped from the Vandalia Leader: Miss Lily Humphrey surprised her friends yesterday by going to Mexico and getting married to Mr. Geo. A. Middleton, of Higbee. She was accompanied by her intimate friend, Miss Claudia Daniel, J. A. Middleton, and I. F. Lusk of Moberly, who performed the ceremony. The bride was grown from babyhood to womanhood in Vandalia and is beloved for her many excellent qualities. The groom is the popular cashier of the Citizen's Bank in Higbee, and is held in the highest esteem wherever he is known. Life's sun shines brightly on this worthy couple and their sky will never be darkened by injustice one to the other. Never has there gone from our midst a more beautiful bride, or one who will grace a home more than Mrs. G. A. Middleton. 23 Nov 1900--Hill Freeman, formerly operator for the Katy at this place, but now located at Hannibal, was married in that city on the 20th to Miss Ruby Davis. The News joins his many friends here in extending congratulations. 30 Nov 1900--William S. McClammer who lived on the Estill farm, met death in a horrible manner Monday evening about 7:50 o'clock. He left Fayette for home on the local freight train, supposing that it would stop at Estill, but the train went through the town too fast for him to attempt to get off and he was carried on down to the Junction or near there, as his body was found in the cut just this side of the Junction. His body was cut half in two and death must have resulted almost immediately. None of the train crew saw him when he was killed and it is supposed that he was either thrown off by the sudden stopping of the train, or in attempting to alight fell between the cars. The unfortunate man was blind in one eye and one hand was off. His remains were shipped here and interred in the city cemetery Wednesday. Deceased was 27 years old. He leaves a widow and three little children, who have the sympathy of all--Fayette Democrat-Leader. 30 Nov 1900--OBITUARY--The subject of this sketch, John A. Adler, who came to his death by accident, an account of which appeared in the Higbee News of November 23, 1900, was born in Russia in 1823 and was at the time of his death nearly 77 years old. He came to America in 1853 and located in Fayette, Howard county, MO. Two years later he was married to Miss Ida Mueller, a native of Switzerland, who preceded him to the grave nearly four years ago. Mr. Adler worked at the tailor's trade for several years and was also a barber. Previous to the war of the rebellion he bought the farm on which he lived until his death, the farm being six miles southeast of Higbee. He served a few months as a union soldier in the year 1865, being discharged at the close of the war. He was a member of the G. A. R, and took a great interest in attending all the meetings of the Post; also the State and national encampments when in his power to do so. He was of the Catholic faith but did not talk much on the subjects of religion or politics; in fact, he was a man of few words, but always kind and agreeable with everyone he met. He leaves three children, all of whom were present at his funeral. August, his oldest son lives beside the old homestead and always looked after his father. Mary Fennel, his daughter, resides in Moberly, and John, the youngest son, lives in St. Louis. He also leaves several grandchildren and a host of friends to grieve over his departure. The funeral was from the house of Larkins Perkins, where he died, and services were conducted by F. H. James of Higbee. The remains were taken to the family burying ground on the farm of the late Frederick Schawo and laid to rest by the side of his wife. 30 Nov 1900--Mrs. Daniel Evans, formerly of near Higbee, but now of Illinois, is visiting relatives here. She informed us that her husband, Rev. Daniel Evans, at one time pastor of the Baptist church here, died at their home in Illinois two years ago. 30 Nov 1900--Wm. C. Grimes, brother of Sheriff Grimes of this county, was killed in a railroad accident at Littleton, Colorado, Saturday evening. He was a brakeman on the Denver & Rio Grande. 30 Nov 1900--A dispatch from Boonville dated the 24th, say: "Daniel Mallory, residing five miles east of Boonville, was accidentally shot by two boy hunters this afternoon and will die from the effects of the wounds. Mallory was in the act of setting a trap in a cluster of bushes near a fence, when two boys out hunting were passing by. A rabbit jumped from its hiding in the bushes, and both boys fired at it. The wounded man being on a direct line of the huntsmen's sight, the entire contents of one gun entered Mr. Mallory's body, just above the left hip. The shot penetrated the stomach, causing a fatal wound." 30 Nov 1900--Mrs. Nancy J. Mattocks who had been visiting her son in Searcy, Arkansas, since last August, died at that place last Thursday, after an illness of 5 days. She was the wife of Silas Mattocks of this place. She had been a member of the Baptist church since 17 years of age, and was 63 years of age at the time of her death. She was not thought to be dangerously sick until a shot time before she died. Three children and her husband mourn her loss 30 Nov 1900--Married, in Higbee, Tuesday, Nov 27, 1900 at the residence of the bride's parents. John Wyatt and wife, Miss Laura Wyatt, and John I. Huffman, Justice Rankin officiating. The News extends good wishes. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome

5 Oct 1900--John Bagby, a colored farm hand, aged 38 years, was kicked to death by a vicious mule on the premises of J. W. Rutherford near Huntsville Sunday. 5 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Born, on the 30th, to the wife of John White, a son. 5 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG ITEMS--John Gilvin visited his father, Uncle Dan, Monday, who is 85 years old today, Oct 7. 5 Oct 1900--Andrew E. Frakes died Monday night at his home at half past twelve o'clock. His illness was of about 4 months duration and was a complication of Brights disease with other troubles. Andrew E. Frakes was born in Lafayette county, May 19, 1853, and was accordingly at the time of his death, 47 years of age. He was a prominent and useful man having taught school for several years. He came to Columbia in 1880, united with the Christian church at that place under the ministry of D. M. Grandfield. He was united in marriage to Fanny Hall Henderson, Feb 9, 1881; moved to Harrisburg that fall. He was a prominent and useful member of the Harrisburg Christian Church, and for a number of years Superintendent of the Sunday School. He was a member in good standing in the Macabees and United Workmen, and also a prominent Mason. In the fall and winter of 81 he entered into the dry goods and grocery business which he continued up to his death. In this he met with marked success and became known, far and wide, for the integrity and uprightness that characterized all his transactions. The funeral services of Mr. Frakes took place Wednesday at 3 o'clock from the Christian church, Elder W. S. St. Clair officiating. The house was crowded with the friends and acquaintances of the deceased. A profusion of tasteful floral designs helped to make the sad occasion a beautiful one. On the occasion of his funeral the depth of the sympathy of the community was manifested by the large attendance at the church. The lessons on his death viewed in the light of God's providence as interpreted by his word were considered by his pastor W. S. StClair under 3 heads. (sermon omitted) He was buried in the Harrisburg cemetery by the Masonic order. 5 Oct 1900--Born, on the 30th, to Wm. Zeltrer and wife, a son. 5 Oct 1900--Born, on the 22nd, to Isaac Jones and wife, a son. 5 Oct 1900--Miss Etta Williams, who teaches room four in the Higbee public school, was called home Monday to attend the funeral of her sister-in-law, who died in Texas last Friday and was brought to Moberly for interment. 5 Oct 1900--Born, on the 3rd, to Oscar Winn and wife, a daughter. 5 Oct 1900--Born, on the 2nd, to James Strange and wife, a son. 5 Oct 1900--Neriah Tood, (Todd?), one of Howard county's oldest citizens, died suddenly at his home near Fayette Saturday morning, of heart failure. 5 Oct 1900--Paris Dougherty who moved to Montana a year ago, has removed to Colburg, Oregon, and has ordered the News mailed to him at that place. (My notes: this is the son of Franklin M. and Anny Walker Dougherty) 5 Oct 1900--Albert Lewis, who moved to Elliott a few days ago, had the misfortune to lose one of his little children Wednesday. The child had been sick but a short time. 5 Oct 1900--Frank and Fred Brewer left for St. Louis Wednesday night to spend a few days with their uncle, Lewis Brewer. When the boys reached the city yesterday morning they were greatly shocked to learn that their aunt, Mrs. Brewer, had died suddenly during the night. The boys at once notified their father, John Brewer, of this place, who left on the first train for St. Louis. 5 Oct 1900--Mr. Henry Powell and Miss Lissie E. Lewis, two of Higbee's popular young people, drove to Eld. W. B. Anderson's residence near Elliott Sunday last, and were married by him. The groom is a son of Mr. Isom Powell of near town, and the bride a daughter of Mr. John T. Lewis, of this place. The News joins their many friends in extending congratulations and good wished for their future happiness. 12 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG--Born, to Dick Cauley and wife, a 14-pound boy. 12 Oct 1900--Many thanks to Mrs. Emily St. Clair for the bouquet sent us. May you live a long and happy life and never want for the good things of this world. May your path be strewn with flowers just like them. 12 Oct 1900--Born, on the 9th, to Thos. H. Dawson and wife, a son. Mother and babe doing well. 12 Oct 1900--T. W. Burton, of Huntsville, was nominated by acclamation for Judge of the Western District at the convention at Huntsville, Monday, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Judge Lea. Mr. Burton was formerly a citizen of this place and his many friends here will rejoice in his success. He is a gentleman of sound judgment and ability and the people may rest assured that he will make a faithful and honest officer. 12 Oct 1900--We regret to have to chronicle the death of Mrs. Susan F. Andrews wife of W. G. Andrews, who died Saturday evening, October 6, 1900, at her home four miles south of Clark. She had been ailing more or less for four years, from lung trouble, and had always received the best treatment and attention from her brother, Dr. R. A. Woods, of Clark. The immediate cause of death was dropsy, superinduced by diseases from which she suffered. Mrs. Andrews was a daughter of Peter Woods of near Burton, was 41 years of age and was married Dec 6, 1881. She leaves to mourn a fond and indulgent mother's loss, five children--three daughters and two sons. She was a sister to W. F. Woods and Mrs. John Dennis of this place, and besides them and Dr. Woods she leaves three sisters, two of whom were unable to attend the obsequies owing to the distances at which they lived. She was a member of the Baptist church since she was 16 years of age. the funeral services were held at Fairview church on Monday last by the Rev. Robinson of Clark. The house was crowded to its utmost capacity, and very many were unable to obtain an entrance. All came to pay the last tribute of love and respect to one who was very highly esteemed by every one who had the good fortune to know her. She was a devoted and helpful wife, a loving and tender mother, a faithful friend and one of the best of neighbors. The News joins with all who knew her in tendering sympathy to the husband, family and relatives. 12 Oct 1900--Mrs. Alice Lloyd is a new reader of the News. 19 Oct 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--The four-year-old daughter of Thos. carpenter, residing four miles south of Sturgeon, died Oct 15, of diphtheria. 19 Oct 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Granville, son of Thos. Fenton, residing four miles southwest of Sturgeon, died Oct 13, of typhoid fever, aged 17 years. 19 Oct 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Samuel Overton Puller, Marshal of the Sturgeon Court of Common Pleas, died in this place October 15, 1900, of cancer of the stomach, aged 44 years, 4 months and 6 days. Mr. Puller was born in Howard county, MO, but raised in Boone. At the age of 15 he united with the Baptist church at Bethlehem, near Harrisburg, and has been a faithful and consistent member of the church ever since. Was married to Miss Elizabeth Francis Long at Harrisburg, MO, Dec 23, 1880, who survives him. He has one child living, the wife of Boone Carter, of Sturgeon. Mr. Puller was a member of Sturgeon lodge A. F. & A. M., no 74 and was laid to rest by the members of said lodge at Mt. Pisgah church. Mr. Puller suffered long and patiently and in his death the community lost one of its very best citizens. He had been a faithful clerk for Marshal H. Harris for 12 or 15 years and who preceded him to the grave only a little over a month. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen in which order he carried $1,000 insurance. He was also insured in the Bankers Mutual for $2,000; also in the Boone County Mutual, and will leave his family in fairly good circumstances. 19 Oct 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Quite a sensation occurred in this place several weeks ago which has never been correctly published, if published at all. One Silas Noe, colored, has been living for many years with a colored woman named Sallie Martin as man and wife, though not married. They have two or three children. About five weeks ago the woman died in a very mysterious manner, having been sick only an hour, or less. It was circulated that she had been poisoned, and suspicion rested on Si Noe. An inquest was held but the jury was unable to find out anything, except that she had been taking drugs to produce an abortion, as she was soon to be a mother. Si is known to have bought the drug. In a few days after her death Si was arrested upon a charge of illegal cohabitation with the woman and upon a trial before a jury was found guilty and sentenced to six months in the county jail where he now languishes. There is strong proof now that Si administered the drug for the purpose of producing an abortion, and the law is that if the woman dies in the attempt the one who administered the drug is guilty of manslaughter, and it is the expectation that when Si's time in jail is out that he will have to face a new and more serious charge. This incident has aroused the people and several other colored couples here who are living in open and notorious adultery will have to answer for their mis-conduct. 19 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG--Died, Oct 8, Opal, daughter of John Rupard. 19 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG--Died, on Oct 7, Geo. Stockton, aged 10 years. 19 Oct 1900--HARRISBURG--Born, to the wife of Tom Hargis, on the 12th, a daughter. 19 Oct 1900--Dr. J. R. Bagby, an old citizen of Roanoke, died at his home in that place Monday, Oct 15, 1900, aged 68 years, of cancer of the stomach. Deceased was born in this county in 1832 and was educated in the public schools at Fayette. In his death Howard county loses one of her best citizens. 19 Oct 1900--Born, on the 14th, to Oscar Naylor and wife, a daughter. 19 Oct 1900--Died, on the 14th, a child of Smith Hughes, Col, near Yates. 19 Oct 1900--Born, on the 14th, near Burton, to Tobe Williams and wife, a daughter. 19 Oct 1900--Miss Mary Lloyd is visiting friends in Elliott. 26 Oct 1900--Mrs. John Osborne, of Moberly, died in that city Wednesday, the 24th. A number of friends and relatives from this place attended the funeral. 26 Oct 1900--Born, on the 18th, to Mrs. Mary Tucker, a daughter. 26 Oct 1900--The infant child of Henry Davis and wife, which died at Elliott last Saturday was buried in the city cemetery here Sunday. 26 Oct 1900--J. H. LaMotte, a prominent attorney of Huntsville, and Miss Nell Bassett of Moberly, were married at Moberly on Oct 24th. 26 Oct 1900--Married, in Higbee, Sunday, Oct 21, 1900, Mr. Bert Reese, of Columbia, and Miss Marie Davis of this place, Rev. C. S. Rennison, of Fayette, officiating. The News extends good wishes. 26 Oct 1900--W. H. L. Ball, one of Randolph county's pioneer citizens, died at his home near Clifton Hill, Oct 20, 1900, aged 77 years. 26 Oct 1900--Perhaps one of the saddest and most shocking deaths that ever occurred in Randolph county, was that of Mrs. John C. McCrary, which occurred at her home in Huntsville last Friday afternoon, October 19, 1900, at about 1 o'clock. On the night previous she and her husband were honored guests at the big wedding that took place at the Baptist church in that city. On returning to her home Mrs. McCrary was suffering with a severe pain about the head, and having some morphine tablets in the house, took two of them to allay the pain. She retired for the night, and about 3 or 4 o'clock in the morning her devoted husband was awakened by the unusual hard breathing and groans of his wife, when he aroused her and asked if she was not sick. She replied that she was not and fell asleep again. Soon her husband again noticed her peculiar breathing, when he got up, lit the lamp and summoned physicians. They hastily arrived and she was found to be in an unconscious condition, from which she never rallied, although the physicians worked with her incessantly until the Angels came and guided her home. The physicians reported that death resulted from paralysis of the brain, brought on by the morphine--Clifton Hill Rustler. 26 Oct 1900--Col. T. W. Eaton, general agent of the Des Moines Life Insurance Company, died suddenly at the Florence hotel in Moberly Tuesday evening of heart failure. The Col. had many friends here who will regret to learn of his sudden death. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

7 Sep 1900--The colt show given by G. R. Rennolds and Uriah Thompson, Saturday, was a decided success. A large number of colts were on exhibition at the Rennolds farm south of town. Wm Burton was awarded the prize given by G. R. Rennolds for the best horse colt, and David Sunderland for the best mule colt. Walker Magruder captured the prize given by Mr. Thompson for the best mule colt. This was the finest bunch of colts we ever saw, and it took no judge of horse flesh to tell that Messrs. Rennolds and Thompson own among the best breeders in the county. 7 Sep 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--T. F. Burton has filed suit for divorce from his wife. 7 Sep 1900--Born, on the 5th, to John Newton and wife, a daughter. 7 Sep 1900--Born, on the 3rd, to Jas Cox and wife, of South Mound, Kansas, a son. 7 Sep 1900--Died, on August 31st, the two year old daughter of Nute Cleeton and wife. 7 Sep 1900--The wife of Gert Holly, col, died near Yates Sunday, of consumption, aged 21 years. 7 Sep 1900--died, on September 6, 1900, at the residence of her brother, W. W. Greeno, Miss Lucy Greeno, aged 66 years. She had been complaining for some time, but was thought to be in no immediate danger until Thursday morning, when she became suddenly worse and died from heart failure. At the time of going to press we could not learn the time or place of burial. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved family. 7 Sep 1900--The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Goldsberry, of Pleasant Green, MO, were pained to learn of the death of their 8-month-old daughter, which occurred at that place Sunday evening, of cholera infantum, after an illness of three hours. The remains were brought here Monday and after short services at the residence of Mr. Ab Higdon, by Rev. W. F. Bell, the remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery. The News joins the community in extending sympathy to the bereaved parents. 7 Sep 1900--Death came to relieve the sufferings of Anne, wife of Willoughby Thompson at midnight Sunday, September 2, 1900, at their residence 4 miles east of Myres. Mrs. Thompson had been suffering from consumption since the beginning of the year. She was born in Howard county April 14, 1873, and was married November 25, 1890, and leaves three children, two girls and a boy, to mourn a fond mother. Two children are dead. The funeral services were held at New Hope church on Tuesday by F. H. James, after which the remains were tenderly laid away in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a very large concourse of relatives and friends. Mrs. Thompson joined the Baptist church three years ago, and was a devout servant of her Master and departed in full and certain hope of a joyful resurrection when Jesus comes to gather His saints. The news joins with friends in sympathy and condolence to her bereaved husband and children. 7 Sep 1900--Mrs. Anna, wife of Wm. Smith, died at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 2, 1900 at their residence four miles southwest of town, aged 64 years. She had been ailing about four months, but nothing serious was anticipated until a few days before death. Funeral services were held on Monday at the Methodist church by Rev. W. F. Bell, after which the remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery in the presence of a large assemblage of sorrowful and sympathizing friends. Mrs. Smith resided in this neighborhood about six years and by her gentle, loving and devoted Christian life made a host of friends who now mourn the loss they have sustained. The deceased was born in the north of England and came to this country in 1860, six years after marriage. She was converted and joined the Methodist church about 17 years ago. She was the mother of five children, three of whom are dead. The survivors were present at the obsequies--William, who resides in Kansas, and a daughter who is married to Wm Egly, superintendent of a coal mine in same state. A short time before death she was asked by her husband, "Are you prepared to meet God?" She replied, "Ah! all is perfect peace." The News extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. 7 Sep 1900--Dr. C. C. Canoyer and wife were called to Galesburg, Ill, Wednesday night by the death of the doctor's father, Johnathan Canoyer, who died at his home in that city on the 5th, of neuralgia of the heart, aged 58 years. 7 Sep 1900--Married, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, on August 23, 1900, Mr. Blackford Adams and Miss Fratie Lessley. Both parties are well and favorably known here, having been born and raised here, and their many Higbee friends will join the News in extending congratulations. 14 Sep 1900--MURDER AND SUICIDE AT MOBERLY--Peter Carson, a colored man who has been employed nights at the Turtle lunch rooms shot and killed his wife yesterday morning and then turned his revolver upon himself, sending a bullet crashing into his skull and another through his abdomen. The woman was shot first through the breast, the ball passing near the region of the heart, penetrating the body and lodging under the skin in the back. This shot did not produce immediate death and the woman ran out into the yard falling upon her face. Carson followed her and placing the muzzle of his revolver back of the left ear, fired. The ball passed clear through her head and came out of her mouth, knocking her teeth out and producing instantaneous death. Carson then shot himself as stated above. The shooting took place at about 7 o'clock Sunday morning and Carson lived until about ? this morning. Carson's wife had filed suit against him for divorce, and it is alleged by some that this was the cause of the tragedy. The case was to be tried here this week and it is said that Carson called on his wife a week ago and told her that unless she withdrew the suit he would kill her. She did not withdraw it and he killed her the day before the beginning of court, but whether this was the real cause of the tragedy or not will probably never be known. Another story has it that a well-known white man figured in the case, and that jealousy over the too intimate relations that existed between the aforesaid white man and Carson's wife, prompted Carson to commit the awful deed. The remains of the murdered woman were taken to Sturgeon this afternoon for burial, while the murderer and suicide's body was taken to Fayette--Moberly Democrat, Sept 10. 14 Sep 1900--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Sam Foley has opened up his hoop shop. Garland and Blakemore will open in the near future. 14 Sep 1900--Born, on the 8th, to Hiram Land and wife, a son. 14 Sep 1900--Born, on the 5th, to Minor Moor and wife, a daughter. 14 Sep 1900--C. L. Greeno, of Cincinnati, Ohio, was here Friday attending the burial of his sister, Miss Lucy Greeno. 14 Sep 1900--J. P. Robb, of near Yates, sold 20 head of yearling steers this week to be delivered in October, at $5.25, that averaged 1117 pounds. On the first of January the calves averaged 554 pounds. His brother, Jonas Robb, also has 20 head of yearlings that average 1070 pounds. 14 Sep 1900--Mrs. Laura Spelman, (nee Forest) died at her home near Sturgeon, Thursday of last week, of consumption. She at one time resided in Higbee and the news of her death will be read with regret by her many friends. 21 Sep 1900--Born, on the 15th, to Dug Wright and wife, a son. 21 Sep 1900--W. M. Campbell of near Burton, sold his farm last week to Joel Dougherty. Mr. Campbell has bought the F. C. Bottoms property and will move to Higbee soon. 21 Sep 1900--Born, on the 17th, to Clyde Giles and wife, a daughter. 21 Sep 1900--Mrs. Druzila Minser, of Millersburg, Ohio, is here visiting her sister, Mrs. John Carroll. 21 Sep 1900--Died, in Higbee, MO, on Tuesday, September 18, 1900, of general debility, Mr. Alfred Griggs, aged 62 years. Deceased had been an invalid for a number of years, and although told that he could not live long, his death came rather unexpectedly, and no doubt came as a relief to him. He leaves a wife, two sons and three daughters to mourn his loss. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist church Thursday at 1 p.m., by Rev. W. F. Bell, of Fayette, after which the remains were tenderly laid to rest in the city cemetery. Mr. Griggs had only recently removed with his family here from Mexico and was not widely known. The News joins the friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. 21 Sep 1900--Married, in Higbee, MO, on Wednesday, September 19, 1900, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Morris, Wm. Boyd and Miss Mabel Morris, Eld. W. B. Anderson, of near Elliott, officiating. The News extends congratulations and good wishes. 21 Sep 1900--IN MEMORIAM--Lucy Ann Greeno was born at Troy, Penn, April 10, 1834. Died Sept 6, 1900. She lived in Pennsylvania where she was born, until 1868, when, with her parents, she came to Missouri, locating near Huntsville. In 1878 the family moved to near Higbee to the home where she died. The past ten years she made her home with her brother, Amos M. Greeno, in Boone county. At the time of her death she was visiting her brother, Wallace. In writing of the death of our sister we have no great deeds to report--that is, what the world calls great,--but it is our happy privilege to state that her life was an earnest devoted Christian life, a life of love and good works, although in a very humble way. No person ever lived a more unselfish life. This was most wonderfully manifested in her love and tender care of our parents. She was left alone with them for a number of years before their deaths. Our father being an invalid for quite a long time her devotion to him was marked by the greatest tenderness and love. She made no loud profession of religion, but no one that was ever with her for any length of time had any doubts regarding her religious experience. She was converted in early life. Rarely a day of her life passed without quite a long time being spent in reading her Bible. Three brothers and one sister are left of the family, she being the first to be called of the five children. We shall miss her greatly but we are comforted with the assurance that she has gone to be forever with God and with our dear father and mother and there awaits our coming--C. L. Greeno. The above is a brother's tribute to a dear sister. Short funeral services were conducted at Mr. Wallace Greeno's Sept. 8th, at 9 a.m. Friends and relatives were in attendance to drop the tear of sympathy and rejoice in a future meeting. Ps. 125:1 was chosen as a text. Two of the old hymns of the church were sung and prayer offered. The body was buried in the Mt. Salem cemetery, south of Huntsville. May the Lord bless the brothers and sister and may we all so live as to meet her in heaven. J. E. Norvell, Pastor Baptist Church. 28 Sep 1900--A remarkable birth is reported from Mary's Home (Miller county) Missouri. Mrs. Henry Smith, wife of a tiemaker, became the mother of five boys at one time. They are reported to be well and weigh a total of 30 pounds. Smith according to reports, has a remarkable family. He has been married about seven years and is the father of 16 children. Only one time has there been born a single baby at a single birth. There are two pair of twins, two pair of triplets and the quintet reported last. 28 Sep 1900--CLARK ITEMS--Mrs. Martin and little granddaughter, Kitty Mae Settle, of Centralia visited the former's son, Jay Martin, Saturday night. 28 Sep 1900--Died, on Wednesday evening, the 12 inst, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. James Perkins. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy---Puxico Index. Jas Perkins was formerly a citizen of this place, and his many friends here extend their sympathy. 28 Sep 1900--John T. Dougherty and wife, of near Myers, were here Sunday visiting there daughter, Mrs. J. D. Mobley. 28 Sep 1900--TWO HIGBEE WEDDINGS--Some time ago it was announced that two weddings would occur in Higbee on Wednesday, September 26, but it turned out differently. The young people in question were Mr. John Rankin and Miss Lillie Tippit and Mr. Robert Herron and Miss Jessie Jones. They had made all arrangements to drive to Huntsville and be married on the 26th, and on Tuesday evening Robert called on John to arrange the final details of the trip, and had his breath taken away when that young man informed him that he had been married for two weeks! Robert at first refused to believe it, but such was the case, the ceremony having taken place on the 8th inst, at the residence of the bride's grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Evans, the groom's father, Justice John Rankin, performing the ceremony. Not to be outdone in the surprising line, Robert told John to be ready to go to Huntsville with him the next day, and then straightway went to the young lady who had promised to be his partner for life and explained the situation to her, and asked her consent to having the ceremony performed that night. She consented, and at 10:30 Rev. J. E. Norvell was aroused from his slumbers, and after the situation had been explained to him he spoke the words that made them one. Wednesday morning all four drove to Huntsville, Mr. and Mrs. Rankin confidently expecting to witness a marriage ceremony, and their surprise was great when they were told the situation. After spending the day in Huntsville and Moberly with friends, they returned home to receive the congratulations of friends here. The News joins their acquaintances in extending good wishes, and hopes their future life will be as happy as they have pictured it. 28 Sep 1900--Eugene Land, son of S. G. Land of this city, died on his way home from the Philippine Islands. His death occurred on board a vessel about six weeks ago and his body was brought to land on the California shore. Young Land left Marshall over a year ago as a volunteer for service in the Philippines. He had been in the hospital there some time and with two other Marshall boys, Carey Wise and Tucker Godman, who were also sick, had been started home. S. G. Land, of this city, was informed of his son's death, and has notified the authorities to ship the body to Marshall. Thus another of Saline's sons gives his life for a foreign cause which is day by day costing America many of her bravest boys. When one of our own boys fall we are brought closer to the terrible war's effect and we certainly ought to stop long enough to ask: Would the war continue by my consent if I knew it would cost my sons' life?--Marshall Index. The deceased was a brother of Mr. Hiram Land of this place. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--Little Miss Mary Roberts is the proud owner of a new piano, a present this week from her father. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--AMPUTATED HIS LEG--James Jones of the Renick neighborhood, who has been suffering from an affliction of his right limb, submitted to an amputation of the member at his temporary home at 616 West End Place Sunday morning. The attending surgeon said Mr. Jones is resting easy today and getting along nicely considering the gravity of the operation--Moberly Monitor-Index. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--AN EXPENSIVE DINNER--Mrs. Henry Powell informed us Tuesday that she had served that day the most expensive dinner she had ever prepared, and one, too, that was no more elaborate than the average meal at her home. It came about this way: Mr. Powell spent Monday at his father's farm north of town, and seeing a wild duck on the pond, took a shot at it with a small target rifle he had been shooting. A fine mare, the best one on the farm, and one of the best in the county, was standing near, and at the crack of the rifle, which made no more noise than a cap pistol, and which had been shot near the mare before, she jumped as if shot and in thirty minutes was dead. It is supposed that fright caused the rupture of a blood vessel. The shot proved as disastrous for the duck, as attested by Mrs. Powell's dinner. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--FRANK R. LYON FOR COUNTY TREASURER--In the proper column this week will be found the name of Frank R. Lyon of Huntsville, candidate for the office of county treasurer. Mr. Lyon is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Finis Lyon, of near Huntsville and was born and reared on a farm near that place, and a grandnephew of the late Jas. R. Lyon of this place, and is the same kind of a democrat. So far as we know, he is the first of his family to ask for an office of any kind, although they have been voting the ticket since the days of Thomas Jefferson. Mr. Lyon, who is 23 years of age, is a young man far above the average in address and appearance and impressed most favorably all with whom he came in contact. He was educated in our county schools, and following the completion of a course in a business college worked as clerk in the car department of the Wabash at Moberly until the war broke out, when he was drafted and served eight months on the Mexican border, being located at Ft. Bliss, where he did a great deal of clerical work. On his return home he suffered a distressing accident last Thanksgiving, being accidentally shot in the left leg by a companion while out hunting, which necessitated the amputation of the limb just below the knee. He is not asking for an office, however, because he was a soldier or because he is a cripple, but solely on his merits as a man and a democrat, and promises the people that if he is honored with the office that he will render them the very highest service of which he is capable. He earnestly solicits your support and hopes to meet each voter personally before the campaign ends. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL TERM--Wilson School, Howard County, which was taught by Mrs. Ruth Blaise Lynch, closed Friday, March 19. It was the most successful school term, in three instances ever taught in the district. First, being an eight months' term was the longest school term ever taught in the district; second, there were more promotions and books completed by the scholars, and last, which is very unusual, there was not a dissatisfied patron in the entire district. Miss Idella Atkins, whose papers were graded by the county superintendent, passed the 8th grade examination with an average grade of 97 per cent and will receive her diploma in May. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--AUNT JANE LESSLY DEAD--Through an oversight last week we failed to mention the death of Aunt Jane Lessly, one of the community's oldest and most highly respected colored citizens, who died at the home of her son, Robert, southeast of town on the 13th from the infirmities of age, being the oldest colored person in this vicinity, and close to 100 years old, as near as her age could be reckoned. She is survived by four children--Robert and Charles Lessly, Mrs. Press Oliver and Mrs. Geo. Kirby. Interment was made in the colored cemetery near her home. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--Through an oversight last week we failed to mention the arrival on the 14th of a daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Durnil of northwest of town. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--BURTON & BURTON WON SUIT--The case of Miss Lillian Adler vs. Burton & Burton, which came up for trial in the circuit court at Moberly Friday of last week, resulted in a verdict for the defendants. Miss Adler had sued for $10,000 for personal injuries sustained on September 9, 1918, when the Burton delivery team, which started to run away in the south part of town while the boy in charge was making a delivery of groceries, crashed into a buggy occupied by Miss Adler and her sister, the accident occurring in front of Wright's store. The evidence disproved the charge of the plaintiff that the accident was caused by negligence on the part of Messrs. Burton & Burton. The latter, we understand, did all they could at the time for Miss Adler and paying for her medical attention. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--SUIT DRAWS BIG CROWD--The suit of John L. Bradley of Yates vs. Rupert M. Allen of Moberly for $25,000 for alienation of his wife's affection, came up in circuit court at Moberly yesterday, and drew an army of witnesses from Higbee and Yates, most of whom were character witnesses, as well as a great many spectators. The plaintiff is represented by J. H. Whitcotton, A. R. Hammett and Redick O'Bryan and the defendant by Hunter & Chamier and M. J. Lilly, Several days will likely be consumed in trying the case. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--Born, on the 25th, to Mr. and Mrs. John W. Blakley, a son. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--Mrs. S. E. Avery who has been critically ill for several weeks from cancer of the stomach or some similar trouble, and who has been near death for several days, was reported as being very low at the hour of going to press. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--BUY RANKIN'S GROCERY--Ed Dennis and son, Guy, this week purchased the grocery stock and business of John Rankin and will continue the business at the old stand under the firm name of Dennis & Son, having taken charge Tuesday. Mr. Dennis is one of Higbee's best known and most popular citizens, and will no doubt not only retain the customers of the old firm, but gain many new ones. He bought out G. W. Lessly & Co., several months ago, it will be remembered, selling a short time later to Burke & Robb, having named his price when they, as he thought, jokingly offered to buy him out, since which time he has felt that he would again like to tackle the business. No better fellows than Ed Dennis are made and the NEWS joins his host of friends in wishing him every success. In Mr. Rankin's retirement Higbee loses one of its most reliable and popular business men, and one who had the confidence and respect of his competitors and the general public as well, and his having been on the same corner for the past twelve or fifteen years will cause the store to continue to be called "Rankin's" for months to come. We are not advised as to Mr. Rankin's future plans, but are pleased to know that he is not contemplating leaving Higbee--not in the immediate future, at any rate. He will likely spend the next few months in taking the rest he richly deserves. Friday 26 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 49--MRS. MARY PILKINGTON DANGEROUSLY ILL--Mrs. Mary Pilkington, who has been dangerously ill for several days, suffering from a deep cold and general debility, was not so well at the hour of going to press. Her recovery is a matter of grave doubt, her many friends will be pained to hear. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--The tail-end of a Kansas sand and dust storm visited this section Monday, the wind blowing so hard that walking was difficult at times. The sky was so full of sand and dust that the sun was made to look the color of the moon and it could be looked upon with the naked eye. The storm is said to have been the worst Kansas has experienced in years. May thousands of acres of wheat were ruined, some by being buried by the drafting sand, and others by having the wheat blown out of the ground. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--Mrs. Lue Fisher is the proud owner of a new victrola presented by her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hern. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--Wm. Reed, who went to Little Rock, Ark., several weeks ago with a view of locating, returned with his family Friday of last week, and is again back on his old chair at Smith's barber shop. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--Chas. Dougherty left yesterday for Crawford, Nebr., where he will farm the coming year. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--Mr. and Mrs. Keen Johnson of Elizabethtown, Ky, arrived Saturday to be with their grandmother, Mrs. S. E. Avery, who is critically ill. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--The monument ordered many months ago by G. R. Rennolds for his wife's grave in Oakland cemetery, Moberly, was put in place Saturday. It was cut and finished in Massachusetts, and is one of the most beautiful monuments in the cemetery, as well as the largest, weighing nineteen tons. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--In a letter to the home folks Rothwell Sweeney, who returned to France several months ago for his bride, to whom he was married while in the service in that country, advises of their safe arrival in this country on the 8th. They will make their home, for the present, at least, at Newport News, Va., where Mr. Sweeney has a good position. He states that he has had considerable fun at his wife's expense, she never having seen a wooden house until she landed in this country and is very much afraid that she will be burned alive. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--Folks passing along the street in front of Emmett Dulany's residence Sunday, were very much surprised to see a swarm of bees settling on a weed in the yard. As Mr. Dulany did not want them he gave them to Lon Coleman, who cut off the weed to which they were clinging and carried them home with about as much concern as if he had been carrying a string of fish. Mr. Coleman states that he never before heard of bees swarming so early in the year, and as they promptly cleaned up a big lot of sugar he gave them, he thinks hunger may have driven them from their hive. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--PATTRICK FARMS SOLD--The two farms belonging to the estate of the late H. E. Pattrick, located three miles northwest of town, were sold at administrator's sale at Moberly last Monday, the old home place, or the one on the north, being bought by Williard Edwards for $8,800, or a fraction over $60 per acre, and one on the south by L. T. Pattrick for $17,000 or $119 per acre. The farm purchased by Mr. Edwards had been in the Pattrick family since 1830. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--MISS BESGROVE MARRIED--Miss Elizabeth Besgrove, of Fayette, and Mr. John Davis, of Calhoun, Mo., were united in marriage in Sedalia Saturday afternoon at four-thirty o'clock by the Methodist minister in that city. Miss Besgrove was accompanied to Sedalia by Miss Martha Jeager, of New Franklin. Immediately following the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Davis left for Stotsbury, Mo., where they will reside on a farm--Fayette Democrat Leader. The above will be of interest to our readers, Mrs. Davis having taught in our school the past two years. Friday 19 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 48--BARN DESTROYED BY LIGHTNING--Thos. Spurling, living east of town, had the misfortune to lose his barn by fire about 9 o'clock yesterday morning, it being struck by lightning during a rain and thunder storm. With the assistance of A. T. Burton, one of his closest neighbors, Mr. Spurling succeeded in saving a wagon and some harness. All surplus feed Mr. Spurling had on the place was stored in the barn and was a total loss. The stock had been turned out of the barn a few minutes before the building was struck. We did not learn the amount of insurance carried, if any. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

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. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--Mrs. George Page was called to Madison Wednesday by the death of her niece, Mrs. Ocie Stevens. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--Mrs. A. J. Adler has rented her farm south of town and left last week for Kansas City where she will make her home with her daughters. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--JOHN BARKER DEAD--John Barker, son of the late D. H. Barker, died at his home in Moberly Friday of last week after a protracted illness. He was quite well known here, especially among the baseball bugs. He was 27 years old and is survived by his wife and mother. Interment was made at Holiday, his old home. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--MRS. OCIE STEVENS DEAD--The many Higbee friends of Mr. and Mrs. O. S. Hull, of near Madison, former well known citizens of Higbee, will be pained to learn of the death of their daughter, Mrs. Ocie Stevens, who died at her home near that place Tuesday night after an illness of six weeks from flu and pneumonia. Her baby daughter, aged about 2 years, died three weeks ago from the same cause. She is survived by her husband and parents, who have the deepest sympathy of their Higbee friends. Friday, 12 Mar 1920--MANUEL-CAINE--The NEWS acknowledges the receipt of the following announcement: "Mr. George Lester Manuel and Mrs. Mabel Caine married on Sunday, March 7, 1920, Kansas City, Mo. At home 526 Norton Ave." Both Mr. and Mrs. Manuel are former residents of Higbee and have a host of friends here who join The NEWS in hearty congratulation and best wishes. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--LANDERS-WILLIAMS--Mr. Robert Landers of Mexico and Miss Minnie Williams of this place were married in Huntsville on Tuesday, March 9, 1920, at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. Lamb, pastor of the Baptist Church. The marriage came as a complete surprise to the bride's many friends, even to her parents, who knew nothing of the matter until her sister, Miss Maude, whom she had accompanied to Moberly ostensibly on a shopping trip, returned alone and informed them of the happy event. The bride is the pretty daughters of Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Williams, and is one of Higbee's most modest and reserved young ladies, and a favorite with all who know her. The groom comes from one of Mexico's very best families, and bears the reputation of being a model young man in every sense of the word. He is in the employ of the Chicago & Alton railway, and is exceedingly popular with all of his fellow workers, all of whom refer to him as being the best fellow they ever knew. The NEWS joins other friends in hearty congratulations and best wishes. Friday 12 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 47--CELEBRATED 71ST BIRTHDAY--Mrs. Elizabeth Eutsey of Hamilton, Ia., and a former well-known and highly esteemed resident of this vicinity, in a letter to the NEWS, informs us that she was given a delightful surprise Sunday when friends and neighbors to the number of thirty-six arrived with well filled baskets to help her celebrate her 71st birthday, and that the day proved a very pleasant one. Her host of Higbee friends joins the NEWS in wishing her many happy returns of the day. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Born on the 3rd to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Roberts, a daughter. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--IRA HARRIMAN DEAD--Succumbs To Injuries After A Brave Struggle of Five Days---Ira Harriman, who was caught under a fall of coal in a mine at Marissa, Ill. Monday of last week, brief mention of which was made in our last issue, died from his injuries at 2 o'clock Saturday, February 28, 1920, at a hospital in Belleville, where he was rushed as soon as he could be taken from the mine. At the time of the accident he was at work with others around a mining machine, shoveling the dirt cut from under the coal out of the way, when the huge block, weighing about four tons, without any warning suddenly plunged forward catching him under one end of it. That he was not killed instantly is contributed to the fact that he fell on the pile of machine cuttings and that the machine held the greater part of the weight off of him. Though badly crushed from the waist down, as well as having the lower part of his back injured, he lost consciousness only for a very short time. He realized that he was fatally injured and so remarked to those who took him from the mine, and a few moments before he died remarked that the end would soon arrive. He was taken to the home of his parents in Marissa where funeral services were held, his parents, on account of sickness, being unable to accompany the body to Higbee. The body, accompanied by Mrs. Harriman, who left on the first train for Marissa following the accident, and a delegation of seventeen friends and fellow workers, arrived here Tuesday morning and was conveyed to the home of his father-in-law, F. M. Tymony. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday by Eld. E. M. Richmond, pastor of the Christian church, and interment made in the city cemetery. The crowd at the services was one of the largest seen here on a similar occasion in a long time, and spoke most eloquently of the esteem in which the deceased was held and the sympathy felt for the stricken family. Out of respect to his memory the mine where he was formerly employed, worked only a half day. The floral offerings were most profuse and beautiful, one of the most beautiful pieces being the one sent by his former associates and team mates on Higbee's pennant winning ball team, of a few years ago, and of which he was one of the hardest working and best paying members, having a record as a fielder that will not be equaled soon. Deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Harriman of Marissa, Ill. and was born at Kansas City, Mo., on December 28, 1894, and was in his 26th year. He was married to Miss Helen Tymony of this place on November 29, 1915, and is survived by her and their two children, a boy and a girl, the youngest of whom is eighteen months old. He is also survived by his parents and four brothers, John, Jas., Harold and Wylie Harriman, all of Marissa, to all of whom the deepest sympathy of all goes out, and especially to the bereaved wife. Mr. Harriman had been a citizen of Higbee for a year or two before his marriage, and save for a temporary residence in Illinois when work was slack here, had since made it his home. He was well liked by all and his untimely death has cast a pall over all who knew him. The following from Marissa attended the funeral: Mr. and Mrs. John Harriman, and his brothers James, Harold and Wylie; Lynel Farmer, Frank Grady, Geo. Wright, Claude Stevenson, Robt Hursman, Frank Henderson, Edward Walker and Harry Green. The following were here from Moberly: Mr. and Mrs Chas C. Hon, Misses Edna Lessly and Olive Dosekal. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--R. H. SUNDERLAND DEAD--R. H. Sunderland, brother of D. M. Sunderland of this place, dropped dead at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. S. Riter, of Roanoke, Friday afternoon, February 27, 1920. Mr. and Mrs. Riter were away from home at the time, being gone, however, not over two hours, and when they returned found Mr. Sunderland lying in a shed with some sheep, dead, but the body was still warm, indicating that he had been dead but a few minutes. They had left him feeling as well as usual, and were shocked beyond expression to find him dead on their return. A few days before he had visited his daughter, Mrs. J. T. Nicholas of Moberly, and his brother at this place, at which time he seemed in the best of health and spirits. Deceased was born in Macon county and came to Howard county when quite a young man and had always resided in or near Roanoke. He was 74 years of age and is survived by four daughters--Mrs. J. T. Nicholas, Moberly; Mrs. J. S. Riter, Roanoke; Mrs. Boyd Moon, Armstrong, and Mrs. Cora Farris, of Flint, Michigan. He also leaves eight grandchildren and eight brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at Roanoke by Rev. N. B. Green of the Baptist church, of which deceased had long been a faithful and consistent member, and interment made in the Roanoke cemetery. Mr. Sunderland was a good man and was a friend to all who knew him, and, will be sadly missed not only by his children but by his friends, who were legion. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--The NEWS numbers among its subscribers some of the best colored folks of the town, three of whom, in renewing their subscription lately, have remarked that they felt at times like discontinuing it for the reason that several white neighbors sent their children over the first thing every Friday as regularly as that day rolled around, to borrow it and that it was a day or two, sometimes, before they got it back, and sometimes not at all. Comment is unnecessary. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--BIRTHDAY PARTY--On Wednesday evening, February 25, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Osburn entertained fourteen boys and girls in honor of their son Berthel's 14th birthday. The evening was very pleasantly spent in games and conversation, and at 10 o'clock the guests were invited to the dining room where dainty refreshments were served. At a late hour all departed wishing Berthel many more bright and happy birthdays. As a token of remembrance, Berthel was presented with a beautiful kodak. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--The first of the week Wm. Naylor, presented his daughter Oleta, with a beautiful Model 90 Meteor Phonograph, purchased of J. T. Randolph. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Born, on the 3rd, to Mr. and Mrs. Otho Robb, a son. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Born, on the 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Fowler, a daughter. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hall and children of Slater were the guests of Mrs. Bertha Hall during the week. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Little Miss Loreta Lessly is the proud owner of a beautiful new piano, a present from her father, O. P. Lessly. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--John Duncan orders his address changed from Collinsville, Ill., to Huntington, Mo., where he will farm this year. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Chas. Comstock who has been living in Kansas for several years, returned last week and has located on a farm south of town. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Born, on February 28, to Mr. and Mrs. Notley Magruder, Jr., a son. This visit of the stork makes Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Burton grandparents, and they are as delighted over the event as are the fond parents. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--We printed bills this week for Willard Edwards who will sell a lot of personal property at his farm south of town on the 8th, a list of which can be seen in this issue. Mr. Edwards, who sold his farm last fall, will move to Higbee following the sale. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--J. J. Bradley writes us from Kansas City under date of the 1st: "I hate to trouble you so much about changing the address of my paper, but have found changes necessary recently and I cant get along without the NEWS. So will ask you to send it to 304 E. Rio Grand, El Paso, Texas." Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Floyd Burrus and family left Monday for Reden, Okla., where they will locate, Mr. Burrus' father having given him a farm and stocked it as well as furnishing him all necessary implements. They leave many friends in old Higbee who give them up with genuine regret, and best wishes of all follow them. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--JOE LONG BUYS FARM NORTH OF ROANOKE FRIDAY--Joe Long of Fayette vicinity closed a deal Thursday for the purchase of a farm of 161.9 acres north of Roanoke; and the land is a part of the Capt. Denny farm that was bought by A. C. Thomas of A. M. Craig and was later sold by Mr. Thomas to Evans Jones, of Higbee. the consideration was $21,000.00. The trade was made by Messrs. A. M. Craig of this city and A. Powell of Roanoke--Armstrong Herald. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Marshall of St. Louis who had been the guests of Mr. Marshall's brother, Wiley Marshall, of near Elliott, were Higbee visitors Wednesday, it being their first visit in many years. Mr. Marshall, who has been on the police force in St. Louis for the past sixteen years, was a former citizen of Higbee, and ran a meat market on the corner where the drug store of Dinwiddie & Burkhalter now stands. His many friends were delighted to see him once more. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--W. F. JONES BUYS FARM--W. F. Jones closed a deal Wednesday with Ernest Rennolds for the latter's farm of 80 acres, better known as the James Hamilton farm, northeast of town, the purchase price being $70 per acre. Mr. Jones will sow the place to grass. Mr. Rennolds will rent the coming season. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--IN LOVE WITH HIS NEW HOME--The following from the Missouri Pythian, the official paper of the Pythian Home at Springfield, will be read with interest by readers of the NEWS, Mr. Wallace being a former citizen of Higbee, but who lived at Mulberry, Kan., until recently. Following an accident at the mine at Mulberry several years ago, Mr. Wallace was helpless for a year or more, but was finally able to get up and about but unable to work. To add to his misfortune, Mrs. Wallace suffered a stroke of paralysis since which time she has been helpless: Their host of friends in old Higbee will be delighted to learn of their admission into the beautiful Pythian Home where they will receive every care, comfort and attention. "Brother and Sister O. D. Wallace of Higbee Lodge, entered the Home on the 29th of January. Bro. Wallace has been a miner for many years, and has seen the rough side of life, but he has come down to old age with a smile on his face, and wants to add his bit of sunshine to brighten up other lives. He told me (he) had been a farmer, so when the boys had the flu, he came in very handy in helping milk the cows. He looks goo to the cook, for he is found in the kitchen every morning preparing the vegetables and doing what he can in other duties pertaining to the kitchen. He is very much crippled up, having had one leg broken five times, but that has not broken his spirit by any means, and I know he loves the home that has been prepared for him, for his is making himself at home and expects to stay right here until he is called over on the other side. His wife is a frail little body. She had a stroke of paralysis some time ago, and has left her in such a condition that she is unable to do anything at all. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--MRS. MARTHA COOK DEAD--Mrs. Martha Cook died at the state hospital at Fulton Friday, February 27, 1920, from the flu. She was 60 years old and is survived by four sons and two daughters--Garfield Cook, Montana; Wm. Cook, Oakland; Chas. Cook, Hannibal; Chadwick Cook, Moberly; Mrs. W. P. McGonigal, Moberly, and Mrs. Minnie Bonnell, Louisiana. The body was brought to Higbee Monday and laid to rest in Tucker cemetery by the side of her son, George, who died some ten or twelve years ago. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--HANGED HIMSELF TO A HICKORY TREE--Guy Hemphill, a young farmer 28 years of age committed suicide Friday by hanging himself to a hickory tree at the home of his mother, Mrs. Jesse Stroub east of Fayette. The young man had been in poor health for years, having suffered a stroke of paralysis several years ago. The body was taken to his old home in Indiana for burial.--Armstrong Herald. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--CARD OF THANKS--In our recent bereavement, in the death of our beloved son and brother, we found friends who proved themselves in many ways by their acts of kindness and their sympathy. To all such we desire to express our thanks through the columns of the NEWS. Especially do we wish to thank Marissa local union 4651 for the beautiful flowers and for the committee that accompanied the body, Higbee local union U. M. W. of A., and the Higbee baseball boys for the flowers sent and for their many thoughtful acts. We sincerely hope that when death shall come into your families you may find such good friends as we have found. Mr. and Mrs. James Harriman and children. Friday 5 Mar 1920, Vol 33, No 46--A LETTER FROM J. H. BRADLEY--J. H. Bradley writes us from Sahuarita, Ariz, under date of February 25: "Please change my mail from Glendale to Sahuarita, (pronounced Si-re-ta), Arizona. "John and Henry Lay are not with me now. They are improving, but I believe they would improve faster here, as this is a higher altitude. We are about 160 miles south of where we were, but it is not as hot here. Land here is fine and not as high priced. We are about 45 miles from Old Mexico. We brought some good people with us from Glendale. "Enclosed is check for $3, for which please keep The NEWS coming, as we can't get along without it." Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

I have been watching the News postings regarding Mr. and Mrs. Henry Powell and their son, Frank. I believe this couple to be the parents of Frank C. Powell who married Edna Dougherty, daughter of Charles W. Dougherty and Nora Bruce. The house I am living in, here in Lincoln Calif., was bought by my grandparents, James C. Dougherty and Ruby Pemberton, in 1969 from Frank Powell's mother. She was widowed at that time. I have always known Frank Powell's parents as "Missy" and "Boss". Anyone familiar with this family?...I believe I received a email awhile back asking about comment I made regarding Frank Powell's birthday in the News. Teri 5 Oct 1900--Mr. Henry Powell and Miss Lissie E. Lewis, two of Higbee's popular young people, drove to Eld. W. B. Anderson's residence near Elliott Sunday last, and were married by him. The groom is a son of Mr. Isom Powell of near town, and the bride a daughter of Mr. John T. Lewis, of this place. The News joins their many friends in extending congratulations and good wished for their future happiness

Kathy, Thanks so much for all your help. My wife is descends from James TERRILL's brother William. William's widow married John ALLEGA in 1845 and moved to Chariton County, Missouri. I descend from Susanna CAVE's brother Uriel CAVE who lived in Clay County, Missouri. So the children of James and Susanna (CAVE) are of special interest to me. I think I can answer some of John's questions about William TERRILL ans Susan BAGBY. First, Blanch did not die in 1912. I had in my database that she died after 1912. I did not realize that tree would list this as a death in 1912. John, I had not found William and Susan in the 1880 census. Thank you for showing me where to find it. I have them in the 1860 and 1870 census. I found these at the National Archives and have not had time to double check them on line. I copied some marriage records in Randolph County, Missouri several years ago. John H. BOTTS married Alice TERRILL on 2 November, 1876 in Randolph County, Missouri. Joseph W. WATTS married Cynthia TERRILL on 10 Sept, 1879 in Randolph County, Missouri. 1860 census Randolph County, Missouri Terrill, William C. 31m Ky Susan 27f Mo Alice 2f Mo Blanch 1f Mo 1870 census Randolph County, Missouri Silver Creek, Post Office Cairo 225-225 36(287) Terrill, W. C. 41 mw farmer 2000 400 Ky S. F. 31 fw Mo A. C. 12 fw Mo Blanch 11 fw Mo J. B. 9 fw Mo C. 7 fw Mo Jessie 4 fw Mo M. C. 2 fw Mo The Threlkeld Genealogy states that the children are Alice, Blanch, Breckenridge, Pope and Cynthia. Jesse and Pope may be two different children. I found Joseph and Cynthia WATTS at 113-10 and John and Alice BOTTS at 113-29 on the 1880 census. I wonder since Joseph WATTS was 15 years older that Cynthia if she was widowed and remarried. I think M. C. TERRILL on the 1870 census was Mary Susan TERRILL o the 1880 census. Kathy, we just keep thanking you. Is there anything we can be doing to help you with your research? Steve At 08:52 PM 06/17/2001 EDT, you wrote: > kathy Bowlin, thanks for posting the articles on Susan F. Bagby And >WC.Terrill. >Great fathers day present. Lots of useful information for me. I had nothing >on the Botts. I did not know that Susan had 9 children. One article said she >had 5. >That is all I had but only 2 of the 5 were documented. I had these names but >no data. >Alice, Blanch, Cynthia & on 1880 census are John B. Terrill age 18. & the >youngest child, Mary Susan Terrill age 12. I don't see Mary Susan on Mr. >Willsons list > Take a peek, looks like Mary Susan written on census?? ><A HREF="http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/randolph/census/1880/113-11.gif"> http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/randolph/census/1880/113-11.gif</A> >http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mo/randolph/census/1880/113-11.gif >Is she one of the infants to die young?? of the 9. >John B. called Brack, nickname? from Brackinridge? > If Cynthia was 17 in 1880, she should be on this census, unless moved out >or married. > Which daughter was married to H.C.Thorpe, w/o H. C. King? >Are their more then 1 Blanch? Or did Blanch Terrill married to W. T. Botts, >then married in 1916 to Wm. B. Grant. Either listed 1912 death date wrong or >another Blanch??. > Kathy, who do I send my check to? > > James M. Bagby [email protected] (JMB) > > > > >

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]

Hello Missouri researchers: It is very difficult to find African American ancestors. We are very dependent upon our white reaching families to help us via the internet. I have been blessed with numerous people helping me online. The MOGENWEB folks have been awesome in their spirit and participation in sending me numerous documents, etc., -- I can hardly keep up. It is a very tedious and almost fruitless search at times; but the discoveries are endless and exciting. For other researchers.. I have two websites that mirror each other At this site: http://www.usgennet.org/usa/mo/topic/afro-amer/indexusg.html You can scroll down and post wills, probate records etc. I encourage all researchers to post any slave related data that they find in their records to this site. Since MO was settled by Kentucky and VA residents... please post this data to the site as well. If you are not sure; send it to me anyway and I will forward it to the appropriate on-line locations and copy you on where I sent it. This site also has a link for you to sign for for discussion lists: one for Missouri related slave data and the other to exchange information for enslaved ancestor's and families. My other site is: http://www.missouri-slave-data.org I also have a link on my site for volunteers [if you want to volunteer or need help] http://www.missouri-slave-data.org/volunteers.html And also another resourceful listing for burial and church records etc. http://www.missouri-slave-data.org/Document.html; this link is also on the first site noted above. Sometimes I'm not very good at keeping them both updated... but you can always email me and tell me to get on the stick. For a time I had a Missouri-slave database online of missouri [and surrounding state} slave owners courtesy of Beth Wilson who does look-ups on the Howard Co site. I believe in the near future her data will be available via CD-ROM. I'll keep you updated as information becomes available. Traci Wilson-Kleekamp African Americans in Missouri [CHISM, TUTT, HOWARD, MCCLANAHAN, GRAY, WILSON, MILLER, ROWLES, CRUMP, HENDERSON, JOHNSON, PRICE, PLATER, ROSS, WILLIAMS, WARRICK, HICKMAN, HUTCHINSON, SMITH, WILSON]

3 Aug 1900--Born, on July 28th, to J. W. Stilwell and wife, a daughter. 3 Aug 1900--T. A. Pyle and Miss Cebella Medlin, of Illinois, were married at Denison, Texas, Wednesday evening. Mr. Pyle is the son of G. H. Pyle and wife of this place and is well known here. His friends will join the News in extending good wishes to him and his wife. 3 Aug 1900--In a letter received by friends here Tuesday from D. F Winn, formerly of this place but now of Kansas City, they were informed that his daughter, Miss Eunice, had typhoid fever, and her recovery doubtful. This will be sad news to her many friends here. 3 Aug 1900--Thos. Bain left for Des Moines, Iowa, Wednesday night in answer to a telegram stating that his daughter, Mrs. John Honaker, was not expected to live. The family lived here at one time and their many friends were pained to hear this news. 3 Aug 1900--Omar Bradley, aged about 20 years, was run over and killed by a train in the Wabash yards at Moberly Wednesday. He was on his way to the master mechanic's office to ask for work when the accident occurred. The remains were buried at Fairview, east of Higbee, yesterday. 10 Aug 1900--FIVE FEUDISTS SHOT DOWN--Four of Them Killed and One Fatally Wounded--Farmington, MO, Aug 4--Four men shot and killed and one fatally wounded is the outcome of a shooting affair between William Dooley and his four sons on one side, and the four Harris brothers on the other, as a result of a picnic quarrel to-day at Doe Run, one of the mining towns of St. Francois county. Killed--Wm. Dooley, Wess Harris, James Harris, John Dooley. Fatally wounded--Frank Harris. The only one in the crowd outside of those engaged in the shooting, who was hurt was a young girl named Mary Littrell, who was struck just above the ankle with a Winchester ball. It appears there has been bad blood between the Dooleys and the Harrises for some time. It came near resulting in a tragedy at the Flat River picnic a week ago. A few days ago the Harrises sent word to the Dooleys that they would be at the picnic at Doe Run to-day and intended to run them off the grounds. Just how the shooting commenced is not clear, but once begun it was serious and deadly. All the Harris boys except one, Bill, were shot. One was killed instantly. Three of the Dooley boys were unhurt, and came into Farmington this afternoon and gave themselves up. They are now in jail, and all the principals are under arrest. Sheriff Jeff Highley with a posse hurried to the scene, but quiet had been restored when he arrived, and no more shooting occurred. The picnickers scattered immediately after the first shots were fired, and eye-witnesses are scarce. 10 Aug 1900--SIMPSON FAMILY'S LONG JOURNEY--John Simpson, a coal miner, whose home is in Macon City, MO, arrived in St. Louis yesterday morning with his wife, having walked here from Moberly, MO, carrying their 6-weeks-old baby and a bundle of clothing. When they landed in the city they were almost penniless, footsore and worn by the long journey on foot. A stranger, to whom they applied for help, directed them to the Four Courts. It was about noon when they reached the building. Simpson had only 5 cents in his pocket. He spent that for milk for the baby, which seemed to be even more worn from the journey than the parents. At first they halted at the door of the police station on seeing the stern-looking officers. After a moment they plucked up courage and entered. As many as are the tales of woe poured into the policeman's ears, their hearts were touched by the story of the Simpson family. Simpson said he had been unable to get work at home and had gone to Moberly. There he spent all he had looking for employment. It was either starve or get out. He advised his wife to take the baby and return to her parents home until he could send for her. There seemed to be a demand for laborers in St. Louis and he told her he would walk here. "I will not leave you, John," she said. "If you can walk to St. Louis I can do it, too." Although St. Louis is over 135 miles from Moberly, they started forth on Tuesday morning to walk it--she carrying the baby in her arms, he their bundle of belongings. At night they stopped in a farmhouse to rest. As soon as the sun arose again they would resume their journey. In five days they covered the distance, having walked at the rate of twenty-seven miles a day. Lieutenant Johnson, who listened intently to their story, was much impressed. He suggested that Mrs. Simpson and the baby go to the Police Matron's room, where they would be taken care of until the husband found work. Again she protested that she wished to be with her husband in adversity as well as in prosperity. At this the Lieutenant was so touched that he passed around his hat in the office, asking the men to contribute. Two dollars and sixty cents was raised and the family went away rejoicing--St. Louis Republic. 10 Aug 1900--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Eld. W. S. St.Clair closed his meeting at Mt. Pleasant church, Howard county, Friday night. As a pastor he wins the love of his people at once by the magnetism of his manner, his genial personality and withal his earnestness and piety. As a preacher he grasps and holds the attention of his hearers instantly, and nobody is ever disappointed. His sermons are strong, eloquent and finished, covering a wide range of interest, but with one great theme--the upbuilding of character on a Christian basis--always present. His perfect command of language brings his idea at once clearly to his hearers. That having been accomplished he does not linger with tiresome elaboration, but springs at once to a new suggestion, so that nobody ever gets tired. 10 Aug 1900--Earl Lessley, of Kansas City, was here Sunday visiting his grandparents, S. Lessley and wife. 10 Aug 1900--George Bain, of Hill City, S. D., attended the burial of his sister, Mrs. John Honaker, here Sunday. He will return home Saturday. 10 Aug 1900--Mrs John Joplin, of Rich Hill, who was called here Sunday to attend the funeral of her sister, Mrs. John Honaker, of Iowa, returned home Wednesday. 10 Aug 1900--Born, on the 4th, to Ben Duncan and wife, a son. 10 Aug 1900--Born on the 4th, to Ed Foley and wife, a daughter. 10 Aug 1900--John Mooney has moved to Belleville, Illinois, and orders the News sent to him at that place. 10 Aug 1900--Mrs. John Honaker, of Des Moines, Iowa, whose serious illness was spoken of in the last issue of the News, died at her home in that city on Saturday, Aug 4, 1900, aged 47 years. Deceased was a daughter of Thos. Bain of this place, and lived here at one time, and her death was sad news to her many friends here. The remains were brought to Higbee Sunday last for interment in the Higbee cemetery. Short funeral services were held at the residence of her father by Rev. W. F. Bell, after which the remains were conveyed to the cemetery and tenderly laid to rest by the side of her mother and babe who preceded her several years ago. She was a dutiful daughter, a loving wife and mother, and the bereaved ones have the sympathy of the entire community in their dark hour of affliction. 17 Aug 1900--Died, on the 14th, of blood poison, the 7 year old son of Geo. Harris and wife. The remains were buried at Fairview church Wednesday. 17 Aug 1900--An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Kephart, of 413 North Ault street, died this morning at 10 o'clock. Interment will be had in Oakland cemetery tomorrow--Moberly Democrat. 17 Aug 1900--Mrs. Sarah Yeager, aged 70, died at her residence in Moberly, Friday August 10, 1900. The remains were brought to the Dysart burying ground one mile west of Higbee, Sunday, for interment. 17 Aug 1900--M. H. Harris, one of Sturgeon's oldest and wealthiest citizens, died at his home in that place on the 13th inst, after a week's illness. Deceased was president of the first bank organized in Sturgeon, and at the time of his death was president of the Farmers' and Merchants, Bank. He had been mayor several times, and for many years had other positions of honor in the county and state. He was a member of Company F, of Gen Guitar's regiment of M. S. M, having enlisted in 1862. He was a brother-in-law of Dr. T. H. and A. F. Dinwiddie of this place. 24 Aug 1900--HARRISBURG ITEMS--It is with sincere regret we chronicle the death of Mrs. Mary E. Porter, which occurred Aug 14, at her residence 3 miles north of Harrisburg. She was born 1824 in Loudon county, VA, and came to Missouri, 1859. Her death is greatly deplored. She was laid to rest by the side of her husband, W. A. Porter, in Mt. Pleasant cemetery. We followed her to her grave and left her with her God. 24 Aug 1900--Born, on the 16th, to Jas Daggs and wife, twin girls. 24 Aug 1900--John M. Rucker and wife, of Oklahoma, are the guests of his brother, J. E. Rucker, near town. 24 Aug 1900--TAKES HER OWN LIFE--Mrs. Sm. M. Hirsch commits Suicide By Taking Poison--No Known Reason--The people of Higbee and vicinity were pained and shocked last Friday morning, Aug 17, upon learning that Mrs. Bena Hirsch, wife of S. M. Hirsch, on the Higbee's most prominent merchants and citizens, had killed herself at her home in this place by taking poison. At first it was thought to be only an idle rumor, but it proved to be only too true. She had only returned from Boonville the day before, where she had been at the bedside of her father, H. Waterman, who is dangerously ill, and it is supposed that worry over his condition caused temporary aberration. She slept very little during the night, complaining of a severe headache. Mr. Hirsch wanted to call a physician, but she said it was nothing and would soon wear off. She was up at the usual hour next morning, and after the morning meal, told her little boys to go out in the yard and play, as she wished to take a bath and did not want to be disturbed. After leaving her bath, she dressed herself in a faultless manner, then swallowed the fatal potion--carbolic acid and creosote. After some little time--just how long no one knows--she called her ten year old son, Harry, and informed him of what she had done and told him to telephone for his father. Although paralyzed with horror the brave little fellow lost no time in summoning his father and physicians. Before the physicians arrived the distracted husband and neighbors did all in their power for the unfortunate woman, but she resisted all their efforts, as she did those of the physicians, who did everything in their power for her, but to no avail. The poison had got in its deadly work and she was beyond medical aid when they arrived, only a short time after she had swallowed the stuff. They worked with her until the last, when she died in great agony at 9 o'clock. It is supposed she took the poison about 7:30. The remains were taken to St. Louis where they were laid to rest Sunday by the side of her brother and other relatives. Mrs. Hirsch was a true, kind-hearted woman, with a good word for all and her death is deeply deplored by a large circle of friends. She was 33 years of age and leaves a husband, two bright little boys, mother, father, a brother and several sisters to mourn her untimely end. To the sorrowing and heartbroken ones the News joins with the community in extending sympathy in their dark hour of bereavement. (Note: in the following week, the issue of 31 Aug 1900, there appeared the following note. S. M. Hirsch took his two little sons, Harry and Irwin, to Boonville, Tuesday, where they will spend the winter.) 24 Aug 1900--G. A. Dougherty has sold his flour and feed business to David Mobley of Howard county, and will give possession Sept 20th. 24 Aug 1900--Born, on the 22nd, to G. E. Lessly and wife, a daughter. 24 Aug 1900--DEATH OF B. F. HARVEY--The news of Judge Harvey's death shocked the entire community with its suddenness, and from the meagerness of details the Monitor was unable to give the particulars of the sad affair. The first reports which came to town were that a fire had started on his farm along the railroad right of way, and that his past experience with fires of this sort caused him to put forth unusual efforts to control it before it had got much headway and thus had overtaxed his strength for so warm a day and had succumbed to the heat. Later facts refute all of those reports except there was a fire along the railroad. The section men were fighting it, as also was a Negro man by name of Mose, employed by judge Harvey. The Judge seemed to be fairly at himself at noon, ate dinner as usual, mounted his horse, riding to the fire, got down and went among the men. He said to the Negro, Mose, who was bare-headed, "Mose, it's too hot to go without your hat. You had better put it on or you may get a sunstroke." He then went nearer the section men, talking to the boss. While standing, he pulled up a weed, and just then exclaimed, "Oh, Mose!" pitched forward on his face and was dead in a few minutes, never speaking after he fell. He was 67 years of age. The cause of death, apoplexy. On every side was heard today expressions of regret over the Judge's demise. He was a man who had many friends and was known and respected far and wide for his many fine qualities of mind and heart. Mr. Harvey obtained his title of Judge from holding the office of presiding judge of the Randolph county court 1882 to 1884. He was a member only of A. F. & A. M., so far as we are able to learn and was president of the Bank of Moberly. His family consists of a wife and two children who have the sympathy of this people in their great bereavement--Moberly Monitor, August 21. 24 Aug 1900--Engineer Sid Broadwater, of Moberly, was killed near Kansas City, Tuesday, in a head-end collision. He attempted to jump when his engine turned over, crushing the life out of him. He was formerly on the police force of Moberly and was well known to many of our citizens. 31 Aug 1900--IN MEMORIAM--Entered into rest on the 14th day of August, 1900, Chester Harris, in the 7th year of his age. He was sick only a short time an died of blood poison. Little Chester was a bright child and talked of things beyond his years. Just before dying he reached his hand out to grandma Hackward and asked her to help him over the river, saying, "my home is not here." Turning to papa and mama he said, "they are coming," as though the angels were beckoning him to come and join his little brother and sister gone before. He was his parents' pride. Time and faith in a reunion hereafter can alone heal the bleeding wound and bring peace to the stricken hearts. The family have the sympathy of the people in their great bereavement. God alone can bring comfort. 31 Aug 1900--As has been announced for several days in the Monitor, that Mrs. Frank Wiley was in a very critical condition of health at the sea shore resort of San Monica, California, the announcement of her death is no surprise. She died Monday, August 27, 1900. Rev. Marshall of Denver went to California to assist her in getting back to her parental home at Huntsville, if possible, but death was ahead of him. He arrived but a few hours before the gentle woman's soul took its flight. The remains are expected to arrive at Huntsville Sunday for interment--Moberly Monitor. 31 Aug 1900--John H Hardin who moved with his family to California about a year ago, has returned. Mr. Hardin was one of f Randolph's most enterprising citizens, and the News hopes he will again locate in the county. 31 Aug 1900--We printed sale bills this week for J. D. Mobley who will sell a lot of personal property at his farm near Myers on September 11. Mr. Mobley has purchased G. A. Dougherty's exchange and will move to Higbee in a week or two. The News extends him a cordial welcome. 31 Aug 1900--Wm. Valelly, of Longview, Tex, and Miss Mayme Hines of Moberly, were married in the Christian church in Moberly, on August 26, 1900. The bride is a niece of R. L. Hines and Mrs. Thos. Bain of this place. 31 Aug 1900--Dr. Orville Pitney left Monday for Forest Green, Missouri, where he will locate for the practice of his profession. He is a worthy young man and a fine physician and the News heartily recommends him to the good people of Forest Green. 31 Aug 1900--Miss Florence Smith, who had been suffering from lung trouble for some time, died at the residence of her mother in Higbee at 4 o'clock Sunday morning, Aug 26, 1900, aged 27 years. While it was known her disease was fatal her death was rather unexpected. The funeral services were conducted at the Christian church, of which deceased was a member, by the pastor, Eld. C. H. Strawn, Monday evening, after which the remains were conveyed to the Tucker burying ground southwest of town, and tenderly laid to rest. To the bereaved ones the News extends its sympathy. 31 Aug 1900--It is the News' painful duty to chronicle the death of Mrs. Fratie Nichols, wife of Dr. G. M. Nichols, who died at her home in Higbee on Wednesday eve, August 29, 1900, of consumption, aged about 28 years. She had been in poor health for a year or two and when she found she could not get well she resigned herself to her fate and waited patiently for the end. She was a loving wife, devoted mother and good neighbor and will be sadly missed by a large circle of friends. The remains were taken in charge by the Rebekah Sisters, of which order deceased was a member, Thursday, and conveyed to the Christian church, of which she was also a member, where an impressive service was held by the pastor, Eld. C. H. Strawn, after which the remains were taken to New Hope, Howard county, for interment. To the grief stricken family and friends the News joins the community in extending sympathy. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

6 July 1900--James Avery, of near Myers, was in town yesterday morning after a coffin for the five-year-old daughter or Robert Fisher and wife who died Wednesday night. 6 July 1900--The 16-months-old child of John Mason, of Elliott, died yesterday morning. 13 July 1900--MANIAC KILLED AT SLATER--Slater, MO, July 7--Wm Welbasky an unknown and evidently insane man about 30 years old, giving his address as No. 3130 Fifth avenue, Chicago, was killed at this place last night about 10 o'clock by Thomas Troy, road supervisor of the Chicago & Alton railroad. Welbasky entered the train dispatcher's office a little before 10 o'clock and seemed to be suffering mentally. He said that two men were going to murder him that night. Seeing that he was crazy, a telephone message was sent to the city marshal. Welbasky suddenly seized a coupling pin, with which he struck brakeman Phillips over the head, rendering him unconscious. He then threw the burning lamps at the dispatcher, which caused the building to catch fire. Troy, hearing the cry of murder and fire got a pistol and started into the building. As he entered the door the maniac struck him in the face with an empty nail keg knocking him against the door. At this juncture Troy fired and the victim fell to the floor, his body pierced with a bullet. He lived until 1 o'clock this morning. While dying he seemed rational and gave his name and his address. The fire in the office was put out before any damage was done. Brakeman Phillips remained unconscious until this morning, but it is thought he will recover. 13 July 1900--THIRD OF JULY FATAL TO THIS FAMILY--Sedalia, MO, July 8--A strange fatality seems to follow the family of W. S. Cowherd, six miles north of Otterville, Cooper county. On the 3rd day of July for the past four years one of Mr. Cowherd's children has died, each being buried on July 4. Last Tuesday, July 3, a 5-year-old son died, after an illness of less than five minutes' duration. The boy was apparently in good health, when suddenly his throat began to swell up, and he strangled to death. 13 July 1900--Born, on the 7th, to C. M. Markley and wife, a daughter. 13 July 1900--Born, on the 9th, to John Bogie and wife, a son. 13 July 1900--Born, on the 6th, to John Saunders and wife, a son. 13 July 1900--Died, on the 5th, Martha Hamilton, wife of Pet Hamilton, of paralysis, aged 65 years. 13 July 1900--Mrs. Thos. Pierce, who was stricken with paralysis some time ago, is very poorly. She is 89 years old and we can hardly look for any improvement in her condition. 13 July 1900--DEATH OF MRS. FANNIE OSBORNE--Mrs. Fannie Osborne, nee Parish, was born two and one half miles from Higbee, August 24, 1868, and died of consumption in Higbee, July 8, 1900. She was married to D. C. Osborne, Dec 25, 1889. To them were born two children, one gone on before, and little Ruby, now in her 2nd year. She united with the Baptist church at McMullan Sept 1890. For some time she had been a member of the Higbee Baptist church. The family has lived in this town 8 years, all of which time she has been in failing health, the last 3 years of which she has been an invalid. She leaves a mother, two brothers, one sister besides many relatives and friends and a dear husband and baby girl, to mourn her loss. Her sickness was long and painful, yet marked with resignation. Patience has its perfect work. Her friends will never forget that in her great suffering she always greeted them with a smile. She made several requests as to her burial and loving hands joyfully carried out her wish. Our sister gave satisfactory evidence of her attainment of the better resurrection. She was spiritually minded--born of the spirit. Religion was her theme. She loved the church. During the present pastorate inability prevented her presence at church a single time, but her heart was always there, and the mention of her name always brought a hushed silence. (poem) She was deeply interested in her husband and child. Twas hard to part with them. She committed them to God, knowing that all would be well. She was calm in the storm of life. The recent severe storm ceased raging and left her the same composed woman. Was she not His whose hand ruled the storm? She was patient. Many of us learned a lesson here. She died a triumphant death. She passed away peacefully to the heavenly rest at 12:30 A.m., Sunday, July 8, 1900. Her funeral was conducted by the pastor of the Baptist church Monday. Songs of her own selection were sung. Many were in attendance. She now sleeps in the McMullin graveyard--no, not she, but only the body of clay, for heaven is now the home of her soul. Here were gathered friends of her youth. A few parting words were spoken to these stricken hearts. We covered the graves with flower wreaths and turned toward home more desirous than ever to live a Christian life, that we may die a Christian death. The husband request that his sincere thanks be extended to the many who so long and lovingly assisted during his companion's sickness. Every blessing upon him and the dear child. God bless the relatives. Smile upon the church, and through her death lead souls to Christ. HER PASTOR 13 July 1900--Willie, the 12 year old son of Ben Burton, met with what might have been a serious accident Friday noon. He was riding a bicycle on the Santa Fe platform, when he lost control of the wheel and run into the east bound local freight, which was slowly passing the depot. Fortunately he did not fall under the train and suffered no personal injuries. However, the bicycle was a wreck--Norborne Leader. The young man is a grandson of J. W. Burton of this place. 13 July 1900--Miss Cora Scott and Mr. Theodore A. Wright stole a march on their numerous friends yesterday and were quietly married in Oswego. The news spread rapidly, so that last night as Mr. Wright was leaving on the flyer a gay party of friends showered rice liberally over the happy couple. Miss Scott is a resident of Parsons, while Mr. Wright is known far and near as the genial clerk at the Matthewson House. His popularity will make his loss keenly felt by those accustomed to his friendly greeting from the hotel desk. He left last night for Higbee, MO, where he becomes manager of the Randolph House. Mrs. Wright will soon follow him to the future home. Their whole host of friends wish them all sorts of good luck--Parsons, (Kan) Sun. 20 July 1900--The first horseless carriage seen in these parts struck town Monday evening, and was an object of curiosity to our citizens. It was in charge of a couple of gentlemen who were on their way from St. Louis to Kansas City. 20 July 1900--IS IT MURDER? Physicians Declare That Roy Austin Died From Arsenic--Victim's Life Was Insured for $2,000. Moberly, MO, July 17--Roy Austin, an orphan boy who resided with his grandmother, died suddenly yesterday. Physicians attending say he was poisoned. The coroner's inquest today and post mortem examination confirm that death ensued from arsenical poison. No arrests have yet been made. His life was insured in two companies, aggregating $2,000. 20 July 1900--Born, on the 15th, to John Dennis and wife, a son. 20 July 1900--T A. Pyle came in from Paducah, Kentucky, Monday, to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Mrs. Thos. Pierce. 20 July 1900--Quite a number from here went to Moberly Tuesday to attend the funeral of Mrs. T. J. Turner, who died at Elliott Sunday night. 20 July 1900--Sam McCully, of near Clifton Hill, while hauling oats last week slid from his wagon and fell on a standard which passed into his body. He was taken to St. Louis where an operation was performed. He died a short time after the operation. 20 July 1900--A fifteen year old boy who lives several miles southeast of town and whose name we were unable to get, was bit on the foot by a copperhead snake while chopping cord wood. The boy made his way to his home where he remained until the next day without medical attention, as the family are very poor. Neighbors learned of their condition and immediately got medical attention, but it is thought that the boy will die. 20 July 1900--MRS. NANCY PIERCE--The News is called upon this week to chronicle the death of one of Randolph county's pioneer citizens,--Mrs. Nancy Pierce, who died at her home 3 miles east of town Saturday evening, July 14, 1900, at the ripe old age of 89 years. Mrs. Pierce was born in Bardstown, Ky, in 1811, and moved to Boone county, Missouri, with her parents in 1820, where she resided until 1849, when she moved to Randolph county, where she has resided ever since. She was married to Thos. Pierce in 1839 and they lived happily together for 54 years. To this union was born three children--one son and two daughters--the latter of whom still survive. Mrs. Pierce was a deeply religious woman and was a devout member of the Methodist church for 75 years, and during the latter years of her life, when she could no longer attend church, she derived great comfort and pleasure from reading her Bible, with which she was thoroughly familiar, as the well-worn leaves and marked passages testify. Hers was the death of a Christian who knows that the grave is but the door to the life everlasting. She was ready and willing to go and gave evidence of her gladness of departure by singing and shouting as death drew near. Funeral services were conducted at the M. E. Church, South, Monday morning, by the pastor, Rev. W. F. Bell, after which the remains were conveyed to the Rennolds burying ground near town and tenderly laid to rest by the side of her companion, who preceded her a few years ago. To the bereaved relatives and friends the News extends its sympathy. 20 July 1900--The friends and relatives of John M. Collins, aged about 80 years, a wealthy farmer living six miles northwest of Higbee, have instituted proceedings to have a guardian appointed for him. They claim that in his feeble condition designing persons are liable to take advantage of him. The case was called in the probate court at Moberly, Wednesday. Both sides are making a bitter fight. A large number of witnesses from Higbee attended court Wednesday and Thursday. It is hard to tell at this writing what disposition will be made of the case. 27 July 1900--THE COLLINS CASE--The John Collins case, which has, for the past three days, been occupying the entire attention of the probate court, closed Friday night, the jury disagreeing in the verdict. The proceedings were instituted by some of the relatives of Mr. Collins, who is an old gentleman about 80 years of age, living near Higbee, for the purpose of determining whether or not he was of sound mind and capable of managing his estate. The battle was a royal one and was fought to the last "ditch," each side contesting every inch of ground. Something like forty-five witnesses were examined. The testimony in the case was finished about 11 o'clock Friday morning, and from that time until 4:25 p.m., allowing one hour for dinner, the time was taken up in the argument of the case. At half past four o'clock the case went to the jury and at 9:30, after taking many ballots, they decided that it was impossible to get together on a verdict. The trail attracted much attention and a large crowd was present, during each session--Moberly Democrat. 27 July 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Lafayette Yates has sued his wife, Anna, for divorce. They were married Oct 11, 1885, and lived together till June 10, 1899, when, he alleges, she deserted him without just cause or provocation. They have no children. 27 July 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Edward Harvey has sued his wife, Mattie, for divorce, on the grounds of desertion. They were married in Randolph county, MO, in Oct. 1890, and lived together till in February, 1898, when she left. She now lives in Chariton county, he in Sturgeon. They have no children, but Mr. Harvey has two by a former marriage. 27 July 1900--A 14 year old daughter of Geo. Walker, col, died last Friday. She left a child two weeks old. 27 July 1900--Joel T. Perkins, who moved from here to Chariton county a few years ago, died Tuesday. Interment took place at New Hope Church, Howard county, Thursday. 27 July 1900--It is our sad duty to chronicle the death of Mrs. J. H. Botts which took place at her home in Higbee at 6:30 Tuesday morning, July 24, 1900. Deceased had been suffering from Bright's disease for several years, and while she was considered in a very critical condition the day before she died, her death was rather unexpected. To the heart broken husband and children the News joins with other friends in extending sympathy. 27 July 1900--May, the 8 year old son of Mrs. Nettie Lessley, who has been at the Masonic Home in St. Louis for the past five or six years, came up from St. Louis Monday to spend a month with his grand parents, S. Lessley and wife. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

1 June 1900--Isaac and Jackson St. Clair and Mrs. Wm. King, of Harrisburg, were here trading this week. 1 June 1900--Born, on the 25th, to Hugh Melvin and wife, a daughter. 1 June 1900--Born, on the 25th, to Bud Warford and wife, a daughter. 1 June 1900--Born, on the 25th, to Harry Peters and wife, a daughter. 1 June 1900--Miles Williams who has been in Iowa for the past ten months, returned home yesterday. 1 June 1900--Thos. Rees, a former resident of this place, and who has been demented for some time, was taken from here to the asylum at Fulton, Wednesday. He is 75 years old and his recovery is doubtful. 1 June 1900--Mrs. Wallace Blakemore, aged 20 years, of Harrisburg, attempted suicide Sunday morning, last, by shooting herself with a shotgun. The load entered her left side about 6 or 8 inches below the heart and ranging upward, passed through the body. Notwithstanding the fact that the doctors said she could live only a few hours, she was alive Wednesday morning, but no hopes for her recovery were entertained. No cause is assigned for her act. 1 June 1900--Married, near Mt. Airy on May 27, 1900, John L. Phelps and Miss Emma Mayo. 8 June 1900--John Morrison Dougherty, of Howard county, met with a serious accident Sunday. He, with five or six other young men were fishing on the Perche, 10 miles southeast of Myers, when they undertook to kill some fish with dynamite. While John and Walter Dougherty were preparing a stick of the explosive, it exploded, tearing off John's hand. He was taken home, where Dr. Nichols, of Higbee, and Dr. Lewis, of Fayette, amputated the arm below the elbow. John is the son of John T. Dougherty and wife, who have the sympathy of the entire community. 8 June 1900--Grant Spurling, aged 35, living 5 miles north of Centralia, while at work in his field Wednesday evening, was instantly killed by lightning. Mr. Spurling was a cousin to Mrs. W. F. Jones and May Spurling, both of this place. 15 June 1900--Born on the 11th, to W. I. Williams and wife, a daughter. 15 June 1900--Died, near Moberly, on the 10th, Mrs. Jot Creson, aged about 75 years. The remains were taken to Howard county Tuesday for interment. 15 June 1900--Wm. Page, who left here two years ago for St. Joseph, died at that place Sunday of consumption, aged about 35 years. The remains were interred at New Hope church, Howard county Tuesday. 15 June 1900--Thos. Lewis and wife, of Elliott, left here Sunday for South Wales, where they will make their future home. 15 June 1900--Born, on the 13th, to Thos. Bradley and wife, a daughter. 15 June 1900--Elmer Coleman was drowned while swimming in the river at Huntsdale, MO, Monday. 15 June 1900--The News acknowledges the receipt of the following: "Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Yorty announce the marriage of their daughter, Dora Belle and Mr. John S. Purdy, on Wednesday, June 6, 1900, at 8 o'clock p.m., Houston, Texas. At home after July first, 110 Wood Avenue. 15 June 1900--The many friends of Richard E. Maxfield will regret to learn of the death of his wife, which occurred at Richmond, MO, Thursday last, of congestion of the stomach, caused from eating ice cream. Mr. Maxfield was married at that place about six weeks ago, and about two weeks ago he left with the intention of going to Illinois, but instead of doing so, visited his father at this place. While here he gave up the notion of going to Illinois and Friday left for Richmond, arriving a few hours after the burial of his wife. 22 June 1900--Jas. E. Rucker was among us this week asking questions about your health, your age, your wealth and the number and ages of your wife and children. Brother Rucker says he believes 30 days more of such work would almost land him at Fulton. (Note: he was the census taker) 22 June 1900--Born, on the 15th, to Fred Fuhrrman and wife, a daughter. 22 June 1900--John Mooney, who was adjudged insane three or four months ago, and sent to the asylum at Nevada, returned home Saturday cured. 22 June 1900--Born, on the 16th, to O. H. Turner and wife, a son. 22 June 1900--Born, on the 15th, to James Hamilton and wife a daughter. 22 June 1900--Kenneth Newton, aged 10 years, was drowned in the tank pond at Moberly Wednesday. He was out in a boat fishing when the accident occurred. 22 June 1900--Mr. Owen Bagby celebrated his 80th anniversary last Sunday, June 17, 1900, at his residence 5 miles north of Higbee. About 60 relatives and friends did ample justice to an elegant and delicious dinner which had been carefully prepared by the loving wife and children, who seemed to vie with each other in making this a most enjoyable occasion. Those present from here were, Mrs. W. C. Terrill, Mrs. J. H. Botts and daughter, Oma, and W. T. Botts, wife, and son, Rolla. 22 June 1900--Two years ago Wm. Powell, the adopted son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Jones left Higbee to seek his fortune. Six months ago he landed in England, joined the English army and left at once for South Africa to help subjugate the Boers. Mrs. Jones received a letter from him Wednesday and was delighted to hear from him, but was surprised to learn that he had wandered so far from home. Mr. and Mrs. Jones are very proud of their adopted son and yesterday started him a letter on its long journey, wishing him God speed in his new venture. 29 June 1900--Born, on the 26th, to W. W. Campbell and wife, a son. 29 June 1900--Joseph Lessley received a dispatch from Lajunta, Colorado, Wednesday, informing him of the death of his son-in-law, John Ryan, who died at that place Tuesday night. He leaves a wife and two children. The remains were interred at Lamar, MO, yesterday. 29 June 1900--Married, in Huntsville, on June 24, 1900, Mr. James Baker and Mrs. Callie Heathman, both of near Higbee. The News extends good wishes. 29 June 1900--William H. Deer, for a long time a printer in the composing room of the Kansas City Times, died yesterday morning at St. Margaret's hospital. The body will be taken to Renick, MO, for burial. Mr. Deer was 45 years old--Kansas City Star. Mr. Deer was born and raised at Renick and is well known here. 29 June 1900--Elijah Wells, of Glasgow, and Lottie Coleman, of Higbee, both colored, were married here Wednesday. They drove to Glasgow in the evening 29 Jun 1900--Thomas Longdon caught a 7 1/2 pound bass out of the lake last week, the largest that has ever been caught. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.