Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--ANDREWS TRIAL ON AT FAYETTE--The trial of Omar Andrews, charged with shooting Ernest Mobley at New Hope Church, Howard County, some two or more years ago, with intent to kill and which had been postponed from time to time, was called for trial in circuit court at Fayette Tuesday. About a half dozen witnesses from here were called Wednesday. Some gave it as their opinion yesterday that unless the State made a stronger case than it had so far, Andrews would be acquitted. Claib F. Dougherty, who was with Andrews the night of the shooting, and who was placed under bond, was discharged, it being demonstrated that he had nothing to do with the matter. The shooting, it will be remembered occurred at a box super at the church. Bad feeling, it was said, had existed between the men for some time, and on the night of the shooting Mobley drove up to the church, so it was reported at the time, and seeing Andrews in conversation with Dougherty in front of the church, threw his head back as he took hold of the door to enter the building and gave a loud guffaw, saying, presumably for Andrews' benefit, "How do you like that?" whereupon Andrews drew his pistol and fired, the ball striking Mobley in the neck, paralyzing his legs and one of his arms. The latter hovered between life and death for several weeks, and has so far recovered as to be able to get around on crutches. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Mr. and Mrs. Pole Andrews and daughter, Mrs. Enoch Anderson, of Kansas City, are the guests of Higbee relatives. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Thos. Reese left Saturday for McAlester, Okla., where he has a position as switchman in the Katy yards, and to which place he may move. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--A. C. HOLTZCLAW'S CONDITION--A. C. Holtzclaw, who has been suffering from stomach trouble for some time, and who was taken to Kansas City last week for an operation, is doing as well as could be expected, and when last heard from Wednesday it was thought he would be able to come home in a few days. The operation was not performed, we understand, the surgeons after making the incision and seeing the condition of his stomach, deciding that an operation was useless and would only shorten his days. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--DOUGHERTY-EMBREE--Mr. Silas E. Dougherty of south of town and Mrs. Mattie Embree of this place were married in Moberly Thursday, Sept 11, 1919, at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. E. E. Lamb, leaving immediately for a trip to Kansas City and Excelsior Springs. The NEWS joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--A LETTER FROM GRANT CONNELL--G. W. Connell writes us from Brule, Neb. under date of the 15th: "As we have located at Brule thought I would write you a line and have our paper changed. We haven't had a paper for quite a while and would like to have a few back numbers. "After I left old Higbee last April I went to Colorado, stayed there three months and then came to Brule. I am feeling fine now. I am sure glad I came West, for I was feeling awful bad when I left there. I have a good job here. I get $200.50 per month and don't work near so hard as I did in the little shop across the way. "Hope all the boys are well and having a good time. Will close and wait for the NEWS, as we are all anxious to read it. Mrs. Connell and children are well and having a good time. Good luck." Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Born, on the 11th, to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Dinwiddie, a son. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--HIGBEE'S OLDEST HOUSE BURNS--The Old S. Lessly property just south of the C. & A. railroad, on Railroad street, was totally destroyed by fire, with all of its contents, between 2 and 3 o'clock Wednesday morning. The property was occupied by Mrs. G. W. Cook, who purchased it about a year or more ago. She was preparing to move to Springfield, to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. Avis Carney, and had intended leaving for that place Saturday. She had rented the property to Arthur Roberts, we learn, who was to have moved in this week, and to make room for him had moved all of her goods into the rear rooms preparatory to packing. With Mrs. Carney, who is visiting her, Mrs. Cook retired at the usual hour, there being no fire about the place, she not leaving a lamp burning, so far as we are able to learn. The next thing she knew was when she awoke about 2 o'clock all but suffocated by the stifling smoke, as was her daughter, and with the rear of the house, including the room in which they slept, about ready to fall in. They had no time to save anything except a trunk and a box containing some clothing. When the alarm was first sounded the entire rear part of the house seemed on fire, and any attempt to putting it out would have been futile. By aid of the fire engines the home of Miss Mary Creson on the south was saved. Mrs. Cook carried a small insurance on both residence and household goods, but not enough to cover the loss by half, an din her misfortune has the deepest sympathy of all. So far as we know, this was the oldest residence in Higbee, and was one of the three first buildings erected here. It was built, so Medley Burton informs us about two years following the completion of the M. K. & T. railroad and was erected by the late S. Lessly who was agent for the road. But two other buildings were standing at the time, Mr. Burton informs us, one being on the present site of Murphy's store and the other where Rankin's store now stands. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--ALEXANDER-WILLIAMS--Mr. Ivan Alexander of near Burton and Miss Marietta Williams of this place, were united in marriage in Moberly Wednesday, Sept. 17, 1919, at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. Benj. Smith, pastor of Central Christian church. The happy couple returned that evening and were tendered a reception at the home of the bride's parents, leaving the next day for the groom's home. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williams and is one of Higbee's prettiest and most lovable young ladies whose sunny disposition made her a general favorite. The groom is one of Howard county's substantial young farmers and comes from one of the county's best families and is a popular and deserving young man, worthy of the fair prize he has won. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Will Boyd and son, Morris, left Monday for Illinois where they will work until Mine No. 11 is again in operation. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--T. J. (Tunce) Coates, a former well known citizen of Moberly, died at his home in Oklahoma City on the 15th. He was 89 years old. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--COLLINS-BLANSETT--Mr. J. W. Collins of Moberly and Mrs. Bertha E. Blansett of Greentop were united in marriage at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Jacob Shafer, in this place, Sunday afternoon by the Rev. Oscar Higgins, pastor of the Baptist church. The groom is a brother of Mrs. Adam Goett of this place. The following guests witnessed the ceremony: Mr. and Mrs. Adam Goett and daughters, Misses Marie and Marguerite, Mrs. Roy Reid, Mrs. Price Creson, Misses Marie and Lucile Blansett and Opal Forbes and Messrs. Victor Goett, George Lewis, Bynum Thompson and Ernest Yowell. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Mr. and Mrs. Ora Farris went to Kansas City yesterday, taking their little daughter, Orena, whose sight has been failing for some time. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bagby of Huntsville and Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Bagby and children of Randolph Springs were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bagby Sunday. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--SHARP-WILLIAMS--Mr. David Sharp and Miss Fern Williams were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Williams, in Albia, Ia., on Sunday, Sept. 14, 1919, and arrived here Tuesday where they will make their future home. The bride is a most lovable and accomplished young lady, and is quite well known to Higbee folks, having frequently visited at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Williams. Mr. Sharp is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Luke Sharp of this place, and is generally recognized as one of Higbee's very best young men. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--Miss Mary Louise Lowry of this city who went to Maitland, Mo., about the first of September, has procured her release from the school, and has gone to Baton Rouge, La., to teach at a much higher salary.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--BRADLEY-CONNELL--The many Higbee friends and acquaintances of Mr. Aubrey Bradley and Mrs. Esther Connell, the latter of whom left here several weeks ago for Cheyenne, Wyo., to make it her home, will be surprised to learn of their marriage, which took place at Cheyenne Saturday last, and where they will make their future home following a short time at Hereford, Colorado, where Mrs. Bradley has been visiting since leaving Higbee. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations an best wishes. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--ROY REID TO ENTER MINISTRY--Roy Reid, we learn, has decided to enter the ministry, and preached his first sermon at the Baptist church Tuesday evening. All who had the pleasure of hearing him say it was a most creditable effort. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--SOLDIER DINNER SUNDAY--Mr. and Mrs. Robert Noel of south of town, together with relatives and neighbors, will give a big basket dinner Sunday in honor of their son, Lib, who recently returned from the army. All returned soldiers are invited. Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--(Kathy's notes: The following was taken from an article about the Odd Fellows. My great-great grandfather was very proud of his membership in this body, yet I knew nothing about it. I am transcribing a portion of this article for those, like me, who would like to know more.) ODD FELLOWS HAVE BIG TIME--(Address by Jerry M. Jeffries, former president of the organization)--"The Independence Order of Odd Fellows was established in the United States in the old Seven Stars Tavern in the City of Baltimore, Maryland, on the 26th day of April, 1818. The first lodge was named Washington Lodge No. 1. "Thomas Wildey, the founder of the order was born in London, England, on the 15th day of January, 1792. At the age of fourteen years he was apprenticed for the purpose of learning coach spring making, and the records show at the end of the usual seven years he was a skilled workman of his craft. "He instituted the first lodge with five members. One hundred years have passed since that event, and during this time the membership has increased to more than two and one-half millions--the largest fraternal society in the world. "The order holds to no particular creed save in the existence of one Almighty God, the Supreme Ruler of the Universe and the binding obligations of the moral law. Religious disputes and political discussions are alike excluded from the lodges. It has no dogmas and nothing to do with politics. Policies divide men, but interests and duties unite them. "Though Odd Fellowship is not an does not profess to be a religious organization, yet it is an efficient handmaid of religion. It is a stepping stone to virtue and to goodness. A true Odd Fellow cannot be or act other than as an honest man. "Its lessons are drawn from Holy Writ and are the fundamental principles of Christianity. Every virtue is recommended and every vice denounced. They teach men their true relations to one another, their duty to their God, to their family and to themselves. "The present home properties are worthy many million dollars. These are kept up and maintained by the expenditure of more than a million dollars annually. In them thousands of aged people and children are being cared for and educated. The home in Missouri is located at Liberty where the institution owns hundreds of acres of fertile soil, and on which have been erected homes, buildings, schools and all of those things which go to make life worth living. The value of this property is nearly a million dollars and around the institution and the loved ones there cluster the prayers and good will of more than a hundred thousand good men and women. "The principles of Odd Fellowship are the bulwarks and guardians of freedom founded on the eternal principles of divine rights. They are a sure guarantee of humane rights. Without them governments leap into the boundless realms of despotism; with them the law stands forth to claim its high purposes--the protection of the weak from the oppression of the strong, by causing the strong to feel for the weak; virtue and religion flourish under their sheltering wing and beauty grows brighter under its brilliant luster. The recognition of the truth of a universal brotherhood and the reduction of this doctrine to practice is one of the noblest features of Odd Fellowship." Friday, 19 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 22--A LETTER FROM JOHN MURDY--Ft. Amador, C.Z., Sept 2--Friend Scott: Just a few lines, as I promised you I would write. You must excuse me for not writing sooner, as I have been busy ever since I arrived. I left New Orleans on August 5 on the Naval Transport "Gen. Golthals," and arrived at Cristobol, C. Z. on the 10th. Had a very nice trip on the water, but it could have been lots better. I left Cristobol at 11 a.m. and arrived on the Pacific side at 12:45. Found my company here, or what is left of it, for lots of the boys that were here when I left have either been discharged or transferred to some other place. Out of the 48 that were here when I went to the states, only about 15 are left, and the places of the others filled with new men. It was several days before I could learn their different names. We have been awful busy since I got back, doing lots of work on the guns, cleaning and painting them. The sun has sure been hot and I have been out in it so much that I am sunburned all over my arms and neck. But the last few days it has been raining almost every day. Yesterday (Labor Day) it rained for two hours. I was on guard, so did not get much of a holiday. Guess there was a big time in Higbee and Moberly that day. I have not received the paper since the issue of July 24, I sure miss The NEWS. Am enclosing a money order for $1.50 to pay my subscription, and please send the paper to me here until further orders. I don't know when I will get away from here, but hope to be discharged soon, as I am sure tired of this place. Give all my best regards. Your friend, John Murdy, 3rd Co. C. A. C. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--MRS. MARTHA LITTRELL DEAD--Mrs. Martha E. Littrell, seventy-six years of age died at 2:15 o'clock this morning in the home of her son, Watts Littrell who resides three miles northeast of Renick. She is survived by five sons: Watts Littrell, Jasper Littrell, Higbee; J. S. Littrell and S. G. Littrell of Dalton, and H. E. Littrell of Sturgeon; three daughters, Mrs. Mollie Forrest, St. Louis; Mrs. Louisa Cottingham, Clark; Mrs. T. J. Forrest, Montgomery, Alabama; fifteen grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Lucinda Brooks, Clark and Mrs. Vina Herold, Calif. Mrs. Littrell was a member of the Baptist church and was a good Christian lady whose life was gladly spent making happiness for her loved ones. For the past fourteen years, since the death of her husband, she had lived with her children. The funeral will be held in the Renick Baptist church at 2:30 o'clock Thursday afternoon, after which the remains will be brought to Moberly for burial in Oakland cemetery--Moberly Monitor-Index, Sept 9. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--HUNTSVILLE MAN BADLY HURT IN AUTO ACCIDENT--Run Over By His Own Automobile Near Darksville Late Tuesday Afternoon.--Huntsville Mo., Sept 10--H. C. (Shorty) Martin, of this city, well known fruit tree agent, was perhaps fatally injured late Tuesday afternoon near Darksville, when an automobile passed over his body. Mr. Martin and his son, Claude Martin, were traveling in an auto, selling fruit trees in the northwestern part of the county. Something got wrong with the brake to the car. Mr. Martin got out of the car, over the protest of his son, who was driving the car and seated himself on the rear of the car. While ascending a hill the car stopped and the brakes failed to work and the car started back down the hill. Claude called to his father to stay on the car and not attempt to jump out. But Mr. Martin who is a cripple, either accidentally fell or attempted to jump off and the wheels of the car passed over his breast, breaking several ribs and otherwise injuring him. As the car passed over him Mr. Martin said: "Claude, I am gone, good-bye," and then he became unconscious. Claude called to a nearby farm house for help and Dr. Hatton at Darksville, was called. Mr. Martin was placed in Dr. Hatton's car and brought to his home in Huntsville and it was thought he could not live through the night, but he revived some during the night and spoke a few words but physicians have no hope of his recovery, though he was still alive this forenoon. Mr. Martin has been in several bad wrecks during his life and hurt pretty badly but pulled through and may do so again. He is about 60 years of age. He has a wife and one son Claude.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--BURL REED DEAD--Burl Reed, one of Higbee's best known colored citizens, who moved to Detroit, Mich., several months ago, died at his home in that place on Monday. Burial, we presume, was made there. He was about 75 years old and is survived by his wife and seven children, all of whom are grown. Being born a slave, about the first thing he learned was that honest work never killed anybody, and his early training stayed with him all his life. Unless sick he was never idle and was always willing to tackle any job that presented itself. He was well liked by all who knew him. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--SHOWER FOR MRS. SNEDEKER--Mrs. John Ware very pleasantly entertained in honor of Mrs. Arthur Snedeker Wednesday night from eight until eleven, the entertainment being in the form of a shower. Mrs. Snedeker was the recipient of many beautiful and useful gifts. Prizes for the evening were won by Miss Berna Davis and Miss Mabel Duncan. Mrs. Ware was assisted in entertaining her guests by Mrs. Walton Burton. Dainty refreshments were served. The following were the guests: Mrs. Arthur Snedeker, Mrs. Florence Hudson, Mrs. Ollie Duncan, Mrs. Wm. Bottoms, Mrs. Belle Murphy, Mrs. John Hudson, Mrs. Dr. Nichols, Mrs. Dave Magruder, Mrs. Mamie Palfrey, Mrs. Joe Palfrey, Mrs. Wisdom Burton, Mrs. Walton Burton, Mrs. Mark Murphy, Mrs. Geo. Forsyth, Misses Pearl Forsythe, Elsie Lambier, Berna Davis, Genelle Patterson and Mabel Duncan. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Miss Alice Longdon of Leavenworth, KS is the guest of Higbee relatives. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Will Ewing of Fayette after a visit with his Aunt Mrs. Warner Lloyd, left Wednesday for Fulton to enter a school for the deaf and dumb. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Ernest Solberg and Will Kelso, who recently returned from France, where they did their full share in putting a crimp in the Hun, left Saturday for their ranches in Montana, and which they left to answer their country's call. The best wishes of a host of friends follow them. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Forrest Cox of Salisbury spent Sunday here with his brother, Dr. Elmer N. Cox. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--A. C. Holtzclaw, who has been suffering from stomach trouble for some time, went to Kansas City Tuesday for treatment at St. Joseph hospital, and will likely undergo an operation. He was accompanied by Mrs. Holtzclaw and their sons, Arthur and Ray. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--W. F. Jones, the land man, reports the following sales, made Tuesday: The Page Dennis farm of 80 acres 3 miles southeast of Higbee to Josh Lynch, price not stated. Eighty acres of the Wm. Warford farm south of town to Joe Palfrey at $40 per acre. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Mrs. Alfred Hayden and children returned Friday from Colorado Springs to which place they moved early in the spring, the climate not agreeing with Mrs. Hayden. Mr. Hayden will return in a few weeks, or as soon as he can get rid of hay fever, from which he is an intense sufferer. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--Mr. and Mrs. John DeBel left Saturday for a visit with Moberly friends and expect to leave about the 25th for France, where they go to see about an estate which Mrs. DeBel recently fell heir to by the death of a relative. It is their intention to return to America. They will keep posted on Higbee happenings by having the NEWS follow them to France. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--J. H. Pattrick, who left with his parents for Boulder, Colo, several weeks ago, returned Tuesday for a few days' visit before returning to Washington where he has a government position and where he will complete his education in law, having given out the idea of finishing at the University of Colorado. He reports his father as doing nicely. Friday, 12 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 21--NEGRO BABY MYSTERIOUSLY KILLED--Considerable excitement was aroused Sunday afternoon when Frances Boggs colored, dropped her two weeks old baby from the bridge crossing the Bonne Femme on the Harrisburg road. According to the stories told at the Coroner's inquest, Frances Boggs had been staying in the country at the home of Alfred and Lillian McQuitty, colored, and started to town Sunday about noon accompanied by her two children, one two years old and the baby. She states that while crossing the bridge over the Bonne Femme, she was struck by a car, occupants, unknown, and was knocked "foolish." When she aroused herself she could not find the baby, so immediately returned to McQuitty's and told them what had happened. As the car which is claimed to have struck her, did not stop, and no one was around, it was an hour before anyone reached the scene and the baby was not removed until Denny Smith, the coroner, arrived and took it to town. The testimony entirely corroborated the mother's statements as to the manner of the child's death, until the doctor rendered his findings from examining the body of the baby. Dr. Payne examined the child and found that its lungs contained no water, proving that it did not drown, and was evidently dead before it entered the water and its body bore no marks to indicate its manner of death. Alfred and Lillian McQuitty both testified that the baby was in perfect health when the mother left their house with it at noon. No evidence could be produced to show the cause of its death, so the jury rendered their verdict as "death from causes unknown." The mother of the child was bruised as though she had been struck by a car.--Fayette Democrat-Leader. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

6 Mar 1896--Born, in Moberly, on Feb 27, to J. W. Bugg and wife, a son. 6 Mar 1896--Married, at the home of the bride's mother in Randolph county, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Miss Florence Lockridge to Mr. Jas. Cross, Rev. I. M. Turnage of this city officiating--Armstrong Herald. 6 Mar 1896--CLARK ITEMS--Married, in Moberly, at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. Robert White, Dr. R. A. Woods and Miss Marie Cross, both of Clark. 6 Mar 1896--WILSON ECHOES--Susie, the little daughter of B. F. Kirby is very sick at this writing. 6 Mar 1896--WILSON ECHOES--J. W. Comstock and wife left for Columbia Sunday in answer to a telegram from the latter's sister who is very low with consumption. 6 Mar 1896--Van Comstock is fully 6 1/2 feet tall and wears a smile a yard long over the arrival of a 10-pound boy at his house last Saturday. This little one's birthday will come but once in four years. 13 Mar 1896--Born, on the 9th, to Dr. G. M. Nichols and wife, a daughter. 13 Mar 1896--George Reece and wife left Monday for Huntsville to attend the funeral of his brother, Alfred Reece. 13 Mar 1896--Ed Howard, a switchman in the yards at Franklin Junction, was caught under an engine Friday and so badly crippled that he died a few hours later. 13 Mar 1896--WILSON ECHOES--We understand Geo. R. Palmatary is going to move in the vicinity of College Mound, Macon county. We regret to loose him from our midst, but our loss is College Mound's gain. 20 Mar 1896--N. B. Cole and Mrs. Belle Randolph were married yesterday evening. Rev. J. T. Bacon officiating. The News extends good wishes. 20 Mar 1896--Died, near Elliott, Tuesday of last week, Jesse, the 18-months-old son of Joe Dobson. 20 Mar 1896--Thos. Allen Barnes, aged 80 years, died at his farm in Audrain county on the 15th, of general debility. 20 Mar 1896--Mrs. T. H. Dinwiddie visited at Fayette Monday. She returned Tuesday evening, accompanied by her mother, Mrs. Wm. Jones, who we learn will return to her farm near Myers. 20 Mar 1896--Wm. Jones, of Renick, spent several days here this week with his parents, R. R. Jones and wife. 20 Mar 1896--Miss America Jones, of Fayette, came up Friday and spent several days with her sister, Mrs. T. H. Dinwiddie. 27 Mar 1896--The grand jury has adjourned much to the relief of some of our citizens. 27 Mar 1896--Died, near Yates, on Tuesday of last week, Charlott Williams, colored, aged 107 years, 11 months and 3 days. She was born a slave and remained so until 1840, when she was given her freedom. 27 Mar 1896--Born, on the 25th, to Liver White and wife, a daughter. 27 Mar 1896--Born, on the 19th, to W. I. Williams and wife, a daughter. 27 Mar 1896--Died, near Lagonda, Chariton county, on the 23rd, Mrs. C. Randolph, aged 38 years. Mrs. Randolph was a sister of Mrs. A. C. Cleeton, of Higbee. 27 Mar 1896--Thos. Spurling, a worthy young farmer living east of town, and Miss Claude Hamilton, daughter of T. R. Hamilton and wife, eloped from church at McMullin Tuesday and drove over to Huntsville and were married. They returned to Higbee Wednesday evening. The NEWS extends congratulations. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

7 Feb 1896--Born, on the 4th, to Gus Williams and wife, a son. 7 Feb 1896--Born, on the 31st, to W. W. Campbell and wife, a son. 7 Feb 1896--Died, on the 2nd, infant child of Wm. Robb. 7 Feb 1896--Born, on the 4th, to Elijah Foley and wife, a son. 7 Feb 1896--Born, on the 5th, to W. F. McKinney and wife, a daughter. 7 Feb 1896--Bud Yancey, died at his home near Armstrong on the 3rd, of pneumonia, aged 44 years. 7 Feb 1896--John and Ephram Young, of Dallas, Oregon, are here visiting their sister, Mrs. W. F. Fullington. The boys left Audrain county about 20 years ago for the west where, by energy and industry, they have become very wealthy. They will leave about the 10th for home. 7 Feb 1896--SCHOOL NOTES--Those in room 2 whose deportment for the month of January, was 100 are Agnes McGill, Jennie Young, Willie Compton, George Wright, George Terrill, Mae Clark, Hugh Clark, Lillie Coleman, Florence Cato, Walter Dennis, Cleera Elgin, Minnie Hackward, Alex Jacobs, Thos. Hackward, Pearl Lilly, Lida Lloyd, Charlie Lunce, Cleora Maxfield, Josie Minor and Gertie MaGruder. 7 Feb 1896--Married, in Higbee, on the 6th, Asa Morton and Miss Nora Newton. Justice D. L. Barron officiating. 7 Feb 1896--Born, recently, to W. J. Fullington and wife, a daughter. 14 Feb 1896--Died, on the 9th, infant child of Elijah Foley. 14 Feb 1896--Died, on the 8th, infant daughter of W. F. McKinney. 14 Feb 1896--Geo. Orton left Tuesday for Monroe City to attend the funeral of his father, who died at that place Monday night. 14 Feb 1896--Squire J. Preston, one of Fayette's oldest citizens died at that place Monday at the ripe age of 85 years 4 months and 15 days. 14 Feb 1896--S. M. Hirsch and wife went to Kansas City Saturday to attend the funeral of his brother, A. M. Hirsch who died at that place Friday. They returned home Sunday night. 14 Feb 1896--Died, at his residence, near Yates, on the 12th, Nicholas Dysart, of old age, and general debility. Deceased first saw the light near Lexington, Kentucky, on the 26th of October 1800, and at the time of his death was 95 years 4 months and 16 days old. At the age of 18 years he came to Missouri with his parents who located near BoonesLick, Howard county, but removed the following year to Randolph county and settled on the land upon which he lived and died. In 1827 he was united in marriage with Miss Euphonia Givins. To this union nine children were born, five of whom survive him. The remains were laid to rest Thursday on the home farm by the side of his wife who preceeded him a few years. 21 Feb 1896--Chris Hocker, a farmer of Howard county, and Edward O'Neal, ex- marshal of New Franklin, got into a fight at that place Saturday night in which Hocker used a revolver with telling effects. Hocker fired three shots, one of which went into O'Neals leg above the knee, and the third shot struck him over the left eye and ploughed along under the scalp for several inches. O'Neal was taken to Fayette Sunday and is being cared for by his father-in-law, J. B. McCausland. At noon Thursday his recovery was reported doubtful. 21 Feb 1896--Willie Jones, formerly of this place, brother of Mrs. T. H. Dinwiddie and Miss Callie Jones, was fatally shot at Fayette Monday evening. The following are the particulars as gleaned from the Fayette Leader: Allie, the 13-year-old son of Mrs. Rose Collier, was the proud possessor of a new target rifle and on Monday afternoon had taken it out and loaded it to shoot a rabbit. He failed to get a shot, and contrary to his usual careful custom, failed to take the cartridge out of the rifle when he returned to his room with it. Shortly afterward, two of his young friends and school mates, Willie Jones and Willard Crigler, of about the same age as himself, went to Mr. Herndon's, who is Allie's grandfather, to get some pigeons. Mrs. Collier directed them to Allie's room and the boys went upstairs. Allie was on the bed and beside him was his rifle. As young Jones entered the room, Allie said: "Hello Willie, give me leave?" Willie answered "Yes"' and pulled the trigger. He was horrified when he found the gun was loaded and he had shot his little friend. The ball entered his forehead and penetrated the brain, where it lodged. A portion of the skull bone was slivered. Physicians were immediately summoned and all that skill and loving care and attention can accomplish is being done to save the unfortunate lad, but the wound is almost necessarily fatal, and at this writing, Wednesday afternoon, his case seems hopeless. 21 Feb 1896--Died, surrounded by her little children, on the 13th, the spirit of Mrs. Lulu Street returned to the one who gave it. Four years ago she was left a widow with five little children to provide for and during her efforts to supply their wants, contracted a severe attack of bronchitis from which she was never able to rally. For several months prior to her death she was unable to earn bread for the little ones and when the fact became known a committee of ladies from the several churches looked after the wants of the family, and when death came provided for the burial expenses. Deceased had been twice married. Her first husband's name was Patton, leaving two children from this union. S. Y. Lancaster and Wm. Wayland, of Boone, came up Friday and took charge of the Street children, and will look after their wants. The Patton children are nearly grown and are able to look out for themselves. 21 Feb 1896--Born, on the 14th, to Geo. Murdy and wife, a son. 21 Feb 1896--Died, on the 13th, David Morton, aged 92 years. 21 Feb 1896--Born, on the 14th, to Ben Magruder and wife, a son. 21 Feb 1896--S. M. Hirsch and wife and Miss Clara Wolfort went to Boonville Saturday to attend the funeral of Mr. John Waterman, a brother of Mrs. Hirsch, who died at that place Saturday morning. They returned home Monday. 21 Feb 1896--Born, on the 15th, to H. Peters and wife, a son. 21 Feb 1896--Mary and Allie Lloyd and Charlie Elliott returned to school last week after an absence of six weeks on account of sickness and bad weather. 21 Feb 1896--Nathan Baker, at one time a resident of Randolph county, died on the 12th, at his home in Bunceton Mo. 21 Feb 1896--The remains of Miss Van Cleve, who died at Nashville, Tenn, arrived at Moberly Saturday morning. Miss Van Cleve was a sister of J. S. Van Cleve, of Moberly. She was attending college at the time of her death. 28 Feb 1896--WILSON ECHOES--B. F. Kirby has rented the farm belonging to John Comstock and is moving to same this week. 28 Feb 1896--WILSON ECHOES--James Kirby has received a letter from his son John in Arkansas who states he has been sick for a long time and will be home this week. 28 Feb 1896--WILSON ECHOES--Would like to know the names of the boys that went to the party at B. F. Kirby's Saturday night. Boys this is leap year; wait and the girls will not fool you. 28 Feb 1896--Born, on the 25th, to Thos. C. Walton and wife, a son. 28 Feb 1896--Born, on the 22nd, to John Chesser and wife, a daughter. 28 Feb 1896--Born, on the 19th, to John Key and wife, a son. 28 Feb 1896--Willie Jones, the 13 year old son of Mrs. Wm. Jones, of Fayette who was accidentally shot in the head by a playmate ten days ago died at 3 p.m., Wednesday. The death of the little fellow is doubly sad as it casts a gloom over two families. Willie was a bright boy and had many friends here who deeply regret his untimely death. The remains were interred at New Hope church near Myres on Thursday. As many attended from Higbee as could find conveyance. The warmest sympathies of the NEWS goes out to the bereaved families. 28 Feb 1896--B. B. Pyle, a young business man of sterling worth, who has been located at Dennison, Texas, since the first of the year, and who was expected home today, surprised his parents and many friends yesterday, when he stepped off the Alton and politely assisted a handsome young lady from the train, whom he introduced as his wife. All were anxious to learn when and where he had met and married the fair one. Upon inquiry it was learned that the fair one was Miss Bettie L. Dennis, an accomplished young lady of Midway, MO, and that they married at the residence of Rev. W. F. Packard in Columbia, on Dec 23rd, 1895, the marriage being witnessed by Miss Mary J. Dennis, a sister of the bride, and C. L. Willoughby, of Columbia. The happy couple repaired at once to the home of the bride's parents, who agreed to keep the marriage a secret until Miss Dennis' school was out, which was not until last Friday. All the parties were pledged to secrecy, hence the surprise. Mr. Pyle and bride will leave Monday for their new home at Dennison, Texas. The News joins their many friends in wishing them a pleasant journey through life. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 3 Jan 1896--UPPER BONNE FEMME--Joseph B. Andrews was married last week to Mrs. Mulliken of Sturgeon. 3 Jan 1896--UPPER BONNE FEMME--Married, at the residence of Jesse Comstock on Sunday, Dec 29, John Warford and Miss Cora Huseton, Rev. Silas Naylor, officiating. 3 Jan 1896--Wisdom Burton and his sister, Miss Dollie, who have been spending the holidays with their parents, Wm. Burton and wife, returned to school at Salisbury Monday. 3 Jan 1896--Married, in Elliott, on the 25th, Henry Davis and Miss Emley Summers, Elder R. R. Jones, of Higbee, officiating. 3 Jan 1896--Married, J. B. Andrews, of Myres, and Mrs. Mollie Milliken, of Sturgeon, at Fayette, on the 26th. The couple had kept their intentions to themselves and the marriage was a great surprise to their friends. The NEWS extends good wishes. 3 Jan 1896--Fountain Sweeney aged 83 years died near Middle Grove last week. 3 Jan 1896--Died, at McDonald, on the 26th, Raymond, the three-year-old son of T. A. McVay and wife. The child was apparently well until it drank some orangeade which had been prepared for the family. Soon after drinking it began to gasp as thought it was choked or strangled and in four minutes was dead. It is thought that in drinking it got an orange seed down its windpipe. Its remains were taken to the M. E. Church Sunday where services were held by Rev. R. Wilkinson, after which they were buried in the city cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community. 10 Jan 1896--IN MEMORIAM--Fell asleep in Jesus on Friday, Oct 19, at the home of A. C. Burton in Higbee, MO, sister Ann Mary Miller in the 42nd year of her age. Sister Miller, nee Christian, was born near Huntsville, Randolph county, MO, Nov 13, 1852. On January 28, 1873, she was married to Augustus Miller, from which union there was born nine children. All except one remain to mourn a departed mother. Sister Miller united with the Christian Church in early life. Her last sickness was not of long duration, but only Him who bottles all tears and heals all sorrow can tell of her intense suffering during this short time. Surrounded by her devoted children and heart-broken husband, the angels of God came and took her pure spirit to Him who gave it. She has gone to rest and to receive the crown of glory for her courageous battle--her unclenching faith and her patience in suffering. (Long sermon follows, that has no genealogical value). 10 Jan 1896--CEDAR GROVE ITEMS--Mrs. W. M. Burton spent Sunday with her parents, Jas. Hudson and wife of this vicinity. 10 Jan 1896--Samuel Irwin, superintendent of the car department for the M. K. & T, died suddenly at Sedalia Sunday, of paralysis. 10 Jan 1896--Dr. Ben Dysart came down from Paris Tuesday to visit his father, Nicholas Dysart who is 96 years old and very feeble. 10 Jan 1896--John A. Head, of Howard county, took 8 shots at Mat Kern, his wife's paramour, last Saturday near Fayette, only one of which took effect. Head then kicked him all the way to town where Kern left for parts unknown. 17 Jan 1896--Allen Dobyns, a prominent farmer near Slater, shot and killed himself Tuesday. He was 63 years of age. 17 Jan 1896--Wallace K. Viley, aged 48 years died on the 12th, at the residence of his sister, Mrs. S. B. Yancy, in Armstrong. Deceased was a half brother to Mrs. W. R. Burch, of near Yates. 17 Jan 1896--GUNNING FOR THE PARSON--Rev. Dan Evans Well Known Here, Gets Himself Into Trouble--A dispatch from Fulton, MO, dated 13 Jan says: "Rev. D. R. Evans, a well-known minister of the Baptist Church, who resides a few miles northwest of Stephens' Store in this county, made, it is alleged, an indecent proposal to Mrs. Monk Devers, a near neighbor, and a member of his church. She reported the fact to her husband, who armed himself and went gunning for the preacher. Mike Bright, a neighbor, learned that Devers was on the warpath, and went to the Rev. Mr. Evans and told him that Devers was after him and that if he was innocent of the charge to stand his ground, but if he was guilty he had best skip out of the way. Mr. Evans left at once for parts unknown. Mrs. Devers is an estimable lady, and Evans, who is about 60 years old, with a wife and family of grown children, is not only a popular minister in the Baptist Church, but is an extensive farmer and stock-raiser, and has always maintained a high character as a citizen. He is a Welshman, and seven years ago became a member of the Little Bonne Femme Association, and at the time of his departure had in charge the rising Sun, Prairie Fork, and Nashville churches. He is a small, plump faced, jolly fellow, and, although he talks with quite a brogue, he is a fine conversationalist. The entire neighborhood is fearfully stirred up over the affair and the misconduct of the preacher is the talk of the country. Since his trouble with Mrs. Devers he has been charged with undue familiarity by a number of young ladies of his church." Rev. Evans lived near Higbee for a number of years, and was at one time pastor at the Baptist Church at this place. He was well liked and as far as we know conducted himself as a Christian gentleman. 17 Jan 1896--Born, on the 8th, to Chas. Buckler and wife, a son. 17 Jan 1896--Born, in Elliott, on the 7th, to Jas. Enoch and wife, a daughter. 17 Jan 1896--FOWKES PAYS HIS TAXES--E. Fowkes Sends Collector Elgin a Check and Writes A Bill Nye Letter--J. C. Elgin, City Collector, received a few days ago from Ernest Fowkes the following letter in regard to his taxes: HANNIBAL, MO, Jan 9, 1896. Col. J. C. Elgin, Higbee, MO, Dear Sir--I enclose herewith draft to pay taxes on my farm in your city, as per your postal card of the 7th inst. I have heard that certain other cities made non residents pay all the taxes but didn't know that Higbee had donned such metropolitan airs. I don't like the idea of being held up this way in broad daylight, right before my eyes, but suppose I will have to stand it this time. Don't you think, however, that such high rates of taxation works against the interest of your city in the way of immigrations? Of course I understand you are not personally responsible for this condition of things, and as a servant of the people must obey their will or get left at the pie counter. But, as you are the most convenient man at present time, and have undertaken to do the will of the dear people "so help me Joe," you must stand and take their kickings. I might have taken the matter into a court of law to find out what right you have to make a fellow pay taxes when he doesn't want to . But life is too short, and rather than prolong the matter further, send you draft to stop the fuss, protect your gold reserve fund and save the country. Yours truly, E. FOWKES. The check referred to was for 21 cents. 17 Jan 1896--KILLED ON THE "Y"--J. L. Smith, of Sedalia, is Killed on the North "Y" Wednesday Night--At nine o'clock Wednesday night a train of stock came in on the Katy to be transferred to the Alton. The stock was shoved down on the north "Y" and left for the Alton to pull out. When the Katy was ready to proceed one of their brakeman, J. L. Smith, was missing. A search was at once instituted and Smith was found by the side of the track in an unconscious condition. Dr. A. J. Brown, the company's surgeon, was called and worked with him until the arrival of the south bound passenger at 1:19 a. m. when he was placed on the train, accompanied by the doctor, for Sedalia. The wounded man continued to grow worse, and when the train reached Burton he breathed his last. It is not known exactly how the accident happened, but it is supposed that he fell from a car as the lantern used by him was found on the top of the car. Smith came near getting killed a short time ago by falling from a car and had not been out of the hospital more than a month. Deceased had been married about three months and lived in Sedalia. 17 Jan 1896--John T. Graves was called to Ellsberry Monday to attend the funeral of his nieces, twin daughters of his brother, G. G. Graves. They were about 6 years of age and died within a few hours of each other Sunday, but from what cause we could not ascertain--Fayette Leader. 24 Jan 1896--A disastrous wreck occurred on the Katy just south of Boonville Wednesday morning. The passenger pulled out of Boonville at 6:30 a.m. for Sedalia and when a mile out was run into by a heavy freight train going north. Both engines were demolished and several coaches and freight cars were smashed up. Fireman Berry of the freight train was crushed to death. Most of the employees of both trains were slightly hurt. No passengers were seriously hurt. The accident is charged to the freight conductor who was trying to make Boonville ahead of time. It is reported here that Mrs. Berry was so shocked when she was told of the death of her husband that she has since died. 24 Jan 1896--Robert Elgin Sphar, aged 6 years, son of N. M. and Minnie Sphar, and nephew of Miss Lucy Elgin of this place, died at Marshall, Jan 10. 24 Jan 1896--We understand that Mark Cubbage and wife who removed from Higbee to Moberly two months ago, have separated. Mrs. Cubbage left her husband and little girl in Moberly and left Wednesday of last week for Kentucky. The cause of the separation is unknown here. 24 Jan 1896--Died, on the 18th, near Clark, A. J. Kanatzer, aged 59 years. 24 Jan 1896--Died, at McDonald, on the 18th, the 7-months-old child of Augustus Hurtler and wife. 24 Jan 1896--Died, in Higbee, of membranous croup, on the 21st, Sylvester, the 4-year-old son of Lawrence Pope and wife. 24 Jan 1896--Born, on the 19th, to G. R. Prall and wife, twin boys. Mother and children are getting along nicely. 24 Jan 1896--Thos. Featherstone, employed at the Moberly brick yard, was caught under a falling tree at the clay pit Tuesday and so badly hurt that he died during the evening. 24 Jan 1896--Mrs. Dixie Head, of whom so much has been said of late in the papers, died Wednesday morning of this week, at 2 o'clock after a short illness of pneumonia, at her home in Jackman's Mill. Deceased leaves four little children, whom her divorced husband, John Head is caring for. Thus all her earthly troubles are over. Now let all draw the veil of charity over her past life. Burial in city cemetery to-day at 11 a.m.--Fayette Leader. 31 Jan 1896--EBENEEZER ITEMS--J. J. Whitmire's family received a letter a few days ago from their son and daughter, C. C. Whitmire and wife, of Knox county, announcing the coming of a new granddaughter. 31 Jan 1896--Harry Morrow, aged 76 years, who had lived for many years at Coatsville, died Thursday of last week. Solomon Hubbard, another old citizen of Coatsville, aged 84, went with some friends to the cemetery on Friday to locate a burying spot for Mr. Morrow, and while there took suddenly ill and died in a few minutes. The two old men had long been fast friends, and had of late years attended to the cemetery in which they were both buried. LANCASTER REPUBLICAN 31 Jan 1896--EBENEEZER ITEMS--Buried, at the old family burying ground on the 23rd inst, little Vester, youngest child of L. A. Pope and wife. The many friends of the bereaved parents extend their deepest sympathy in their sad bereavement. May he that does all things well comfort them with the hope that they may meet little Vester in a much better world than this. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Young Lewis died last Thursday. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Otto Cor's child died Thursday. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Mrs. E. M. St. Clair is critically ill with pneumonia. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Married, on the 21st, Geo. Steadham to Miss Mattie Anthony; Elmo Batterton to Miss Brown. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--In the near future Harrisburg will have a Confederate camp, so we are informed by Ed. St. Clair, who is working it up. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Mrs. William Evans died on the 24th, of pneumonia. Mrs. Evans was a daughter of our fellow citizen, George Hombs. 31 Jan 1896--HARRISBURG ITEMS--Mt. Pleasant church, at its regular meeting last Saturday employed Eld. Silas Naylor to preach for them this year. Bro. Naylor is 76 years old and one among the ablest preachers in the state. 31 Jan 1896--John A. Kraus, a prominent merchant of Armstrong, died Thursday of last week. 31 Jan 1896--Born, on the 24th, near Yates, to J. H. Ryle and wife, a daughter. 31 Jan 1896--Wm. Young and wife, of Texas, are here visiting his sister, Mrs. W. F. Fullington. 31 Jan 1896--Mrs. Mary Crockett, aged 75, living at the residence of her son near Centralia, was so badly burned Thursday of last week that she died in a few hours. Her clothing took fire from a cook stove. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 6 Dec 1895--S. D. Marquis, a brakeman on the Katy was run over at Franklin Junction Sunday and died a few hours later. 6 Dec 1895--J. C. Houghland, of Mexico, MO, dropped dead Saturday while going from his residence to the depot. 6 Dec 1895--CLARK--Born, to W. A. Seymour on Nov 27, an 11 pound girl. Mother and child doing well. 6 Dec 1895--Born, in Elliott, on the 24th of Nov to Thos Forsythe and wife a son. 6 Dec 1895--Mrs. Thos. Giles and children left Tuesday for Kansas. It is reported that her and her husband have parted and that she has gone to stay. 6 Dec 1895--Phil Trip, formerly a machinist of Moberly, was accidentally killed while out hunting near Galveston, Texas, on Thursday last--Huntsville Herald. 6 Dec 1895--Born, on the 3rd, to Onie Spurlin and wife a son. 6 Dec 1895--Jas. M. Johnson and Martha Johnson, his stepmother were married at the home of Mrs. Johnson near Lisbon on Wednesday, November 27 by Rev. O'Brian. If the Democrat-Banner has been correctly informed there is quite a history connected with their marriage. Mr. Johnson was a suitor for his wife's hand prior to her marriage to his father, which occurred several years ago. The old gentleman died less than a year since, and knowing his son's infatuation for his stepmother, requested her on his death bed to marry his son after he had been dead a reasonable time. The Democrat-Banner congratulates Mr. and Mrs. Johnson on their newly found happiness and wishes them long life and abundant happiness--Fayette Democrat Banner. 13 Dec 1895--Died, near Yates, on the 10th, Mrs. Mary F. Hayden, aged 63 years. Deceased was a sister to J. W. Newby, formerly a resident of Higbee. 13 Dec 1895--N. N. Dysart and A. B. Heathman attended the burial of their aunt, Mrs. Mary Hayden, near Yates Tuesday. 13 Dec 1895--Married, in Higbee, on Wednesday morning the 11th, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Burton, John T. Perkins and Miss Dode Burton, Rev. W. H. Cooke, of Moberly, officiating. The young couple left on the noon train for Tennessee, where they will make their home for the present. The News joins other friends in wishing them a prosperous and happy journey through life. Friday, 20 Dec 1895--HARRISBURG AND VICINITY--J. H. Hargis celebrated his 55th birthday last Thursday. 20 Dec 1895--HARRISBURG AND VICINITY--Married, on the 11th, John Starkton and Miss Bettie Lewis. 20 Dec 1895--HARRISBURG AND VICINITY--Mrs. Potter is quite feeble with rheumatism. She has passed her 74th milestone. Mrs. Hardin, past 80, is doing well at this time. 20 Dec 1895--YATES--Our community was very much shocked Tuesday by the sad tidings of the sudden death of our school teacher, Mr. George Palmer. He left school Friday evening and rode home near Rolling Home. Was taken sick after supper and died before Saturday night. Truly, "In the midst of life we are in death." Mr. Palmer seemed to be one of God's noblemen, as well as one of His children, and was ready to go when He called him home. The children all loved him and his place will be hard to fill as a teacher. 20 Dec 1895--YATES--Death visited our neighborhood last week and took one of our loved ones, Mrs. Mary Hayden. She was sick about ten days and suffered fearfully, until two days before her death she seemed to be paralyzed and passed away in peace. She leaves one daughter and three sons and numerous relatives and friends to mourn her death. Mrs. Hayden was a loving sister, a kind neighbor and doting mother. But we sorrow not as those who have no hope, as she long ago made her peace with God and was ready to go. Her funeral was preached by Bro. Perkins of Moberly, after which she was laid to rest in the Roanoke cemetery. 20 Dec 1895--Joseph Robb, aged 74 years, died at his home near Friendship Church, Howard county, last Friday. 20 Dec 1895--J. C. Williams, city attorney of Moberly, has resigned and will engage in the practice of law in Huntsville, Texas. 20 Dec 1895--Died, on the 18th, of membranous croup, Isabelle, the 6-year-old daughter of Thos. Mulier and wife. 20 Dec 1895--Clarence Blakely and Miss Ida Nelson, of Armstrong, were married at Madison last week. 20 Dec 1895--Married, in Higbee, on the 19th, at the residence of the brides mother, Mrs. Martzhouser, Mr. Ben Wright and Miss Rosie Martzhouser, Rev. Richard Wilkerson officiating. 20 Dec 1895--S. C. Major and Miss Elizabeth M. Simpson, of Fayette, MO, were married at Louisville, KY, on the 17th. 27 Dec 1895--At the meeting of Major Leonard Post, No 468, G.A.R. of Higbee, for the election of officers for the year 1896, the following were elected: John M Davis, P. C.; W. H. LLoyd, S. V. C., Jno Stone J. V. C; Elijah Ancell, Quartermaster; Lawrence A Hulett, Surgeon; John H. Cook, Chaplain; John W. Floyd, Officer of the Guard; Lawrence A. Hulett, Adjutant; Jas. H. Hargis, Quartermaster Sergeant; Wm Short, Sergeant Major, R. K. Hayde, Outside Guard. 27 Dec 1895--UPPER BONNE FEMME--There was a nice supper given at William Palmertary's last Thursday evening. The supper was intended to be a tribute of respect to his son George, who was expected to bring in his new bride that evening, but for some cause failed to appear, and up to this writing has not arrived. The supposition is that they have been detained by rain and high water. He went to Macon county to get married, and as the bride lived some eight or ten miles from the railroad, the condition of the weather and the roads is perhaps a sufficient reason for his failure to return. While the family seem to be very much disappointed at the turn affairs have taken they have concluded to patiently await the coming result. 27 Dec 1895--MYRES--Geo. Richard Palmertery went to Macon Tuesday for a bride. As he has not returned we do not know whether he met with success. 27 Dec 1895--Miss Gertrude Hawkins has returned to her home in Mexico. She was accompanied by her sister, Mrs. J. L. Andrews, who will spend Christmas with her parents. 27 Dec 1895--Married, on the 19th, Sidney Kirby and Miss Ida Warford, Rev. Naylor officiating. 27 Dec 1895--M. F. Hudson and wife went to Fayette Wednesday to attend the marriage of her niece, Miss Washburn. 27 Dec 1895--Married, near Clark, on the 24th, Samuel McDonald and Miss Bettie Baily. 27 Dec 1895--Married, near Burton, on the 18th, Trave MaGruder and Miss Anna Woods, Rev. Notley MaGruder officiating. 27 Dec 1895--W. F. Fullington received a telegram Tuesday morning, stating that his wife's father, James Young, died suddenly at his farm seven miles northeast of Sturgeon. Mr. Fullington and wife left on the first train to be present at the funeral. 27 Dec 1895--KILLED BY THE TIE TRAIN--The remains of Walter Duffield, a lad of 17, was brought home Tuesday afternoon, having met his death on the tie train. He was in the employ of the Moss Tie Co, acting as boss over the gang of tie carriers. While backing down the track at Idlewild about 4 miles from Puxico, the conductor signaled the engineer to slow up on account of a bad place in the track. The engineer reversed his lever and applied the brakes slacking the speed of the train with a jar which threw Walter from the flat car on which he was sitting. He fell on the rail directly in front of the moving train. Those who were present say that the wheels of two cars passed over the body, which seems incredible however for the body was not crushed and mangled, but was badly bruised, and it is thought that the body was probably rolled and rushed along the rail by the wheel and brake-beam, finally rolling the body from the rail and the train rolled on the length of two cars before coming to a stop. Walter was a bright lad and well liked by his companions and employers. His violent and untimely death is the source of deepest grief to an indulgent father, the loving mother and fond sisters and brother. The sympathy of the entire community is tendered the grief stricken family in their bereavement--Puxico Index. Deceased was a son of M. B. Duffield and wife, formerly of Higbee. The News joins their many friends here in extending sympathy to the bereaved parents. 27 Dec 1895--Married, on the 25th, at the residence of the bride's parents, Dudley Bradley and wife, Wiley Marshall and Miss Dora Bradley and W. A. Lessley and Miss Emma Bradley. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 1 Nov 1895--Married, Sunday, Oct 25, Miss Laura Christian, of Litchfield, Ill to Mr. Henry Crews, of St. Louis. 1 Nov 1895--Died, near Roanoke, on the 26th Mrs. Martha J. Higdon, wife of H. T. Higdon, aged 54 years. Deceased was a sister of W. E. Ward of Higbee. The remains were buried at Roanoke Sunday. 1 Nov 1895--Born, on the 29th, to Lee Lewis and wife a son. 1 Nov 1895--Married, in Moberly, on the 23rd T. H. Shelton and Miss Annie Owen. Eld Richard Winscott officiated. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Born to Tom Baily and wife a girl. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Born to Jack Porter and wife a boy. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Born, to J. B. Childers and wife a boy. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Born to Jackson Watkins and wife a daughter. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Graham Bently is the happy father of a pair of fine boys, presented by his wife. 8 Nov 1895--FROM HARRISBURG--Elder Parish Dougherty filled his regular appointment at St. Clair school house Saturday and Sunday, preaching three interesting sermons to an appreciative audience. Bro. Dougherty is a faithful and worthy pastor and a good preacher. 8 Nov 1895--Mrs. T. H. Dinwiddie and her sister, Miss Callie Jones went to Fayette Friday to visit their mother, Mrs. William Jones. 8 Nov 1895--Married, at the residence of D. J. Stamper, Clifton Hill, on Thursday evening, Oct 31, 1895, Miss Martha Stamper and Mr. Alonzo Malone, both of Randolph county. Eld P. F. Sears officiating--Huntsville Herald. 8 Nov 1895--Geo. Reynolds, aged about 24 years, who was taken to the Fulton Asylum from near Burton about a year ago was brought home by his father and sister Saturday. He is in a critical condition and unless relief comes soon, can live but a short time. 8 Nov 1895--Died, on the 1st, Robert, the three-year-old son of Joe Hardwick and wife, of membranous croup. The funeral services were conducted at the residence Sunday evening after which the remains were interred in the city cemetery. 8 Nov 1895--Married, at the residence of the bride's parents, in Salisbury, Wednesday, October, the 30th, Mr. David T. Green, of Armstrong, to Miss Lulu Patterson, daughter of ex-Major D. R. Patterson, of Salisbury. Mr. Green has many friends here who join the News in wishing himself and bride a happy journey through life. 8 Nov 1895--Died, in Moberly, on the 1st, Elsie, the 3-year-old daughter of Mark Cubbage and wife, of Higbee. Mrs. Cubbage and children were visiting her parents, J. W. Cummings and wife when the child was taken sick, and were unable to return home. The remains were interred Sunday at Oakland cemetery, Moberly. Friday, 15 Nov 1895--Born, on the 14th, to Hugh McCall and wife a son. 15 Nov 1895--A Negro girl, age 16, whose name we were unable to get, died west of town Sunday, of consumption. 15 Nov 1895--Born, on the 8th, to Tip Lewis and wife a son. 15 Nov 1895--Born, on the 12th, to Wm. Chapman and wife, a son. 15 Nov 1895--Died, near Higbee, on the 8th, the 2-year-old daughter of Joe Johnson and wife. 15 Nov 1895--Died, on the 11th, the infant daughter of G. W. Brewer. It's remains were buried at the city cemetery Tuesday. 15 Nov 1895--G. R. Rennolds and W. E. Ward went to St. Louis Sunday to attend the funeral of T. B. Anderson who died suddenly at that place last week. 15 Nov 1895--T. L. Anderson, a bright young student of Central College passed through here Monday on his return from Louisiana, MO, where he spent a week with relatives. 15 Nov 1895--J. E. Lessley who went to Oklahoma about a year ago and located near Norman, was married on the 10th, near that place to Miss Mary Grotts. The News extends congratulations. 15 Nov 1895--John Collins was stricken with paralysis Wednesday morning and is in a critical condition. He is 73 years and his recovery is doubtful. 15 Nov 1895--J. E. Rucker received a telegram from Ennis Texas, Wednesday morning, informing him of the death of his little granddaughter, Mary Higginbotham who died at that place Tuesday morning. 22 Nov 1895--Boyd McCrary of Howard county, of whom we made mention of last week as being in a dying condition, quietly passed away at his residence in Fayette Saturday morning, aged 82 years. 22 Nov 1895--Robert Dougherty has been appointed postmaster at Burton. 29 Nov 1895--Dr. Freeman, aged 35 years committed suicide near Kaseyville, Macon county, Friday by shooting himself in the head. He had been twice in the asylum and preferred death to a third term. 29 Nov 1895--Born, on the 27th, to August Adler and wife, a daughter. 29 Nov 1895--Died, Nov 26, of membranous croup, Yeaman, the 6 year old son of Rev. Notley Magruder. Funeral services were held at New Sharon Wednesday by Rev. Turnage, of Armstrong, after which the remains were deposited in their last resting place. 29 Nov 1895--Died, at Clifton Hill, on the 20th of consumption, Robert E. L. Turner, aged 26 years. 29 Nov 1895--IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE--Of our little Ruby Vivian who was born Nov 28, 1893 and died Nov 7, 1895. (long poem) J. C. and M. F. Johnson. (Note, I believe this is the 2 year old daughter of Joe Johnson, as mentioned in the 15 Nov edition of the paper) 29 Nov 1895--Thomas Roads died while sitting in his chair at his home in Renick on the 20th. He was about 60 years old. 29 Nov 1895--Died, in Moberly on the 23rd, of consumption, Mrs Mary Dyer, aged 40 years. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

4 Oct 1895--Born, on the 29th, to J. M. Hern and wife, a son. 4 Oct 1895--Died, in Moberly, on the 30th, Mrs. Ech Pitney, aged 25 years. Deceased leaves a husband and two small children. Her remains were buried at New Hope church Howard county, Monday evening. 4 Oct 1895--Just before going to press, we learn that Joseph Rumsey, of near Bynumville, Chariton county, dropped dead on Saturday evening last. Death supposed to have been caused from the effects of internal injuries received recently by being thrown from a wagon. He was the husband of the widow of the late Alfred Sears, of this place--Huntsville Herald. 11 Oct 1895--Uncle Simon Earsom, one of the oldest men in Audrain county, died Friday of last week, aged about 90 years. Mr. Earsom was well known to many of the old citizens here who will regret to learn of his death. 11 Oct 1895--Died, on the 3rd, Mrs. Nellie, Williams, wife of David Williams, of cancer of the stomach, aged 53 years. During the past year deceased was a great sufferer but bore her affliction with great fortitude, and as the end approached expressed herself as being fully prepared for the great change. The funeral discourse was preached at the M. E. Church South, of which deceased was a worthy member. Sunday evening, by Rev. Wilkinson, after which the remains were followed to the city cemetery by a large concourse of friends and laid to rest. 11 Oct 1895--Died, on the 8th, at his residence, 8 miles southeast of Higbee, Wm. Neal, aged about 55 years. 11 Oct 1895--Jerry Dawson and his brother, Wm. Dawson, of Kalo, Iowa, arrived here Saturday to be present at the funeral of their sister, Mrs. David Williams. 11 Oct 1895--Willie Folks, the 12-year-old son of Columbus Folks, got into a difficulty last Saturday at the residence of a Mr. Givins with a boy whose name he did not know, and was badly cut with a knife. Mr. Givins and Folks are near neighbors, and about noon Willie went over to see Givins move a house, arriving at noon when the hands were at dinner. He had not been there long when a boy stepped up and ordered him home. As the boy did not live there and was a stranger to Willie he refused to go. This so exasperated the unknown boy that he drew his knife and lit into Willie. When the fight was over the boy disappeared and young Folks started for home, a mile distance, where he arrive so weak and exhausted from the loss of blood, that it was some time before he was able to tell what had happened to him. Dr. Wood was called and upon examination found two deep cuts in the face, one on the side of the neck and a stab in the shoulder, which he dressed, leaving the boy resting comfortably. The fight occurred six miles southeast of Higbee. 11 Oct 1895--Died, in Elliott, on the 7th, the three-months-old child, of Edward Woods, of whooping cough. Mrs. Woods who had been sick for several days died on the 8th. 11 Oct 1895--Married, at the home of the bride in Carrollton, MO, on Wednesday, Oct 9, 1895, Capt. W. H. Elgin, of Puxico, MO; and Mrs. Laura Leland. The marriage of Capt. Elgin will be quite a surprise to his many friends throughout the state as he is well and favorably known. The bride, a former Howard countian, was born and raised in the town of Fayette, and is related to some of the best families there. Capt. Elgin and wife will make their home at present in Puxico, MO, where all congratulations can be forwarded. The News extends its congratulations and wishes the Captain and his bride many long and happy days, and may prosperity crown all their efforts. 18 Oct 1895--Born, on the 12th, to Wm. Tucker and wife a son. 18 Oct 1895--Born, on the 14th, to Thos. Smith and wife a daughter. 18 Oct 1895--Born, on the 12th, to Wm. Brewer and wife a daughter. 18 Oct 1895--Robert Williams, of Paris, came down Wednesday and is the guest of his son, W. I. Williams. 18 Oct 1895--We regret to learn that Harold, the little twin son of J. T. Cross and wife, of Clark, died Sunday night. 18 Oct 1895--Mrs. Sarah Williams is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Maggie Lillie, and her son, Miles Williams, at Marceline. 18 Oct 1895--Died, at Elliott, on the 13th, Mrs. J. J. Dobson, aged 24 years. Deceased leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her death. 18 Oct 1895--Parish Dougherty, of near Myres presented Dr. G. M. Nichols with a five pound sweet potato Saturday, which was highly relished by the doctor and his family. 18 Oct 1895--Died, on October 15, J. L. Whitmore, aged 47 years. No death that has occurred in Higbee in a long time was more unlooked for or caused a greater shock than that of J. L. Whitmore, which occurred about one o'clock Tuesday morning. But few in town knew he was sick. He was taken about a week ago with a severe attack of tonsillitis, and was great sufferer during the week. Monday evening G. R. Rennolds called to see him but found his throat so swollen that he was unable to talk. Later in the evening J. F. Leonard, S. E. Marrs and others called. At 7 o'clock Dr. A. J. Brown, who had been with him earlier in the evening, called and found him in terrible agony and did what he could to relieve him. About ten o'clock the abscess in his throat broke and he at once became easy. The company who had gathered in during the evening returned home leaving Tom Brown and Tom Andrews to watch during the night. Mrs. Whitmore, who had been up every night during the week and was completely worn out, laid down in an adjoining room in easy call in case Mr. Whitmore should become restless. He soon fell asleep, and the room being a little cool Brown and Andrews went into the next room where there was a fire, leaving the door between the rooms open where they could plainly hear him breathing. Every few minutes up to one o'clock they went into the room to see if he needed anything. At 1:30 Mr. Brown went to the bedside and not hearing him breathe called Andrews and upon examination found him dead. As soon as his death was known the neighbors gathered in and did what they could to comfort the grief-stricken family. Deceased was born and raised near town and had a host of friends who are sadly grieved at his untimely death. In the death of Mr. Whitmore the community has lost an honest and industrious citizen, the family a kind and affectionate husband and father. The remains were held here until Thursday to await the arrival of relatives from Indiana and other distant points, when they were taken to Moberly for interment. The News joins others in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. 18 Oct 1895--Born, on the 16th, to R. D. Embree and wife a son. 18 Oct 1895--Daniel P. Maberry, an old soldier, locally known as "Blind Dan," died Wednesday night, aged 73 years in Chillicothe. Mr. Maberry belonged to the provisional militia during the war, and with another militiaman was sent to arrest a man of desperate character in 1863, which he effected, but permitted him to go into the house for a coat. He came out with a double-barreled shotgun and shot both of Maberry's eyes out and then fled. Maberry was never married and had for twenty years received a pension of $72 a month. His parents were the first married couple in Livingston County.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 25 Oct 1895--Born, on the 20th, to Moses Stephenson and wife a son. 25 Oct 1895--Born, near Yates, on the 20th, to Nathaniel Blakey and wife a son. 25 Oct 1895--Robert Stephenson, ex-postmaster, of Armstrong, died at that place on the 19th, of rheumatism, aged 43 years. He was buried Sunday with Masonic honors. 25 Oct 1895--Died, on the 18th, Willie, the 3-year-old son of Robert Jones and wife. Its remains were buried at the city cemetery Sunday evening. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved family. 25 Oct 1895--Died, on the 18th, Mrs. Ann Mary Miller, wife of Augustus Miller, of pneumonia, aged 43 years. Mrs. Miller while visiting the family of A. C. Burton, on the 12th, was taken with congestion of the lungs. Drs. Brown and Wood were hastily summoned and did every thing that medical skill could do to stay the disease but she continued to grow worse until Friday the 18th, when doctors and friends lost all hopes of her recovery. Mrs. Miller was fully aware of her condition and was prepared to go. A short time before her death she called her husband and children to her bedside and bade each one of them an affectionate farewell and a few minutes later her spirit took its flight to the God who gave it. The remains were removed Saturday morning to the residence of Mr. Miller where funeral services were held at two o'clock Sunday by Eld. A. W. Pasley. After the services all that was mortal of Mrs. Miller was followed to the city cemetery by almost the entire community where, after a short talk by Rev. Richard Wilkinson, she was laid to rest. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved family. 25 Oct 1895--CLARK ITEMS--Las Bradley and Miss Iva Harris were married Wednesday by Eld. J. K. Robinson. 25 Oct 1895--CLARK ITEMS--Blue Hubbard and Miss Ida Conklin were married Sunday and left immediately for St. Louis. 25 Oct 1895--CLARK ITEMS--Harold Woods Cross was born in St. Louis, MO, March 29, 1895, and died in Clark, MO, October 13, aged 6 months and 15 days. He had been sick ever since the death of his little sister in July and his parents had anxiously watched over him hoping that they might be spared a second bereavement. But watching, deep anguish and tears could not save our darling child from the death angel. Our sweet little babies are gone forever from earth and the chain that binds us here is growing weaker, but a new one with bright and golden links is being formed in heaven to draw us on to that better land. 25 Oct 1895--J. S. Van Cleve the hustling young editor of the Moberly Democrat was married on the 17th to Miss Josephine Hagood, of La Grange, Mo. The News extends congratulations. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

<26 July 1895--Died, of whooping cough, on the 20th, the 11-months old son of James Stone.> Can anyone help with James Stone? I think this James Stone is my great great grandfather. Married Mary Elizabeth JACKSON in Randolph County in 1879. They are in Howard County, Bonne Femme Twp in 1880 and census says he was born about 1852. His family is in 1900 Randolph County, Moniteau Twp, Higbee PO. His wife 'Lizzie' is listed as widowed and had 8 births with 6 alive. I have names of 7 children and this son could be the 8th child. His wife is buried at Fairview Cemetery, but has no headstone. Chidren's names were Mary L. Stone whom I believe died before 1900. William, John, Otis, Dora Mae my great-grandmother who married William 'Mitchell' ROBERTS and then Robert B. LILLY, Rosina, and Phoebe Jane who was married first to Shadrack COOK and then Charles L. BUCKLER. Cindy

> 2 Aug 1895--Born, on the 28th, to Warner Winn and wife a son. Son is John William WINN, son of Ambrose Warner and Lydia Lou CLEETON WINN. John W. Winn died 17 Apr 1969 and is buried at Perche Cemetery in Boone County, MO. Married Birdie Polly RAY.

6 Sep 1895--P H Foster, of Salisbury, aged 53 years, died Friday evening, after being confined to his bed for three years. Twenty years ago, a Negro, while shaving him at Glasgow, cut off a mole on Foster's left temple, which never cured up and of late years developed into a cancer that had eaten one side of his head and face entirely off--Glasgow Missourian. 6 Sep 1895--Eld. D. M. Grandfield, well known here died at his home in Troy, MO, last week. 6 Sep 1895--Died, near Higbee, on the 4th of heart trouble, Mrs. John W. Burtner, aged about 55 years. 6 Sep 1895--Geo. Palmatary, of Howard county, who has been at home on a 30 days furlough from the Fulton insane asylum, returned to the institution Saturday. 6 Sep 1895--Neil McInis, aged 54 years, attempted suicide by cutting his throat at Moberly this week. He claimed to be sick, out of work and tired of life. He may recover. 6 Sep 1895--G. S. Houtz and wife were called to Arbila, MO, on Saturday night last on account of the sickness and death of his mother, Mrs. Mary Houtz, who was 80 years of age. Mr. Houtz buried his father at the same place one year ago. 13 Sep 1895--Eugene Ashurst, aged 31, of near Blackburn, committed suicide Monday by shooting himself through the head. 13 Sep 1895--YATES--We are sorry to state that uncle Nick Dysart is real poorly, having had a light stroke of paralysis. The old gentleman will soon be 95 years old, as he was born in October 1800. 13 Sep 1895--G. L. Williams and wife returned Monday from a visit to his father, I. J. Williams near Gant, Mo. 13 Sep 1895--Mr. John Harris and Miss Anna Terrill, of Higbee, were married in Huntsville, Thursday the 6th. The News extends congratulations. 13 Sep 1895--Married, in Higbee, on the 6th, at the residence of and by Squire Rankin, Thos. L. Davis and Mrs. Mary L. Ford. The News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 13 Sep 1895--O. S. Reed and wife of near Darksville, are here this week, the guest of his sister, Mrs. J. A. Loyd. 13 Sep 1895--PUBLIC SCHOOL NOTES--Miss Pearl Dougherty made her debut with the pupils of room 2. Miss Pearl seems also to possess the elements of a teacher and she will no doubt prove a success. 13 Sep 1895--Mrs. Israel Hale, aged 87 years, died last Tuesday at the home of her son-in-law, Thomas Bagby, 4 miles northwest of Huntsville. She had been a member of the Presbyterian church from early womanhood. Deceased was the grandmother of Mrs. W. B. Ryle of Higbee. 13 Sep 1895--Died, of consumption, on the 5th, Miss Della Harris, daughter of Daniel and Lousetta Harris, aged 18 years. She was stricken with the disease twelve months ago, and bore her great suffering with a fortitude seldom equaled. She united with the Methodist church some time ago and was fully prepared to meet the great change. The evening before she died she called her classmates around her, told them what songs she wanted sung at her funeral, bade them farewell, and waited for the end to come, with a resignation that only a Christian can. Her funeral was preached at the M. E. Church Monday morning by Rev. Richard Wilkinson, after which the remains were followed to the city cemetery by a large number of relatives and friends, where they were placed by loving hands to await the resurrection morn. The News joins the entire community in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. 20 Sep 1895--Dr. Vaughan, an aged citizen of Glasgow, died Monday. 20 Sep 1895--Born, on the 15th, to John Mead and wife, a 10 pound son. 20 Sep 1895--Born, on the 16th, to Bud Holtzclaw and wife, a 12 pound daughter. 20 Sep 1895--G. L. Williams and wife left yesterday for St. Louis to visit her brother, Byrd Burton, and to attend the fair and exposition. 20 Sep 1895--Mrs. James Terrill, of Dechard, Tenn, well known in this county died last week after a long illness. Mrs. Terrill was a sister to County Recorder John N. Hamilton and to W. T. Hamilton of this city. Prof. Jim Terrill was formerly president of Mt. Pleasant College at Huntsville--Moberly Democrat. 20 Sep 1895--Born, on the 19th, to Elmer McDowal and wife, twin boys one of which died. 27 Sep 1895--Born, on the 26th, to Mark Murphy and wife a son. 27 Sep 1895--Died, on the 21st, infant daughter of A. C. Holtzclaw and wife. 27 Sep 1895--Married, on the 24th, by Squire Rankin, D. W. Bowen and Mrs. Grace Marcum. The marriage ceremony took place at the residence of Mr. Bowen. The News extends congratulations. 27 Sep 1895--Died, on the 21st, of apoplexy of the lungs, Mrs. Mary Andrews, of near Myres, aged 52 years. Deceased leaves a husband and two grown sons, John F. and J. L. Andrews and a large circle of friends to mourn her loss. Mrs. Andrews was a sister of G. R. Rennolds, of Higbee. Her funeral was preached at New Hope church Monday by Elders John McCune and J. B. Naylor, after which the remains were laid to rest to await the resurrection morn. 27 Sep 1895--James Bennett died at the home of A. J. Amick in Cairo on Monday night, Sept 16, 1895, aged about 85 years. Mr. Bennett was the grand-father of Mrs. John Hogue of this city. He was one of Randolph's oldest and most highly respected citizens, and will be remembered by many of those who attended the Hade Brown trial in this city. It was in front of his residence that Hade Brown shot Mrs. Parish, and Mr. Bennett was an important witness at the trial.--Moberly Democrat. 27 Sep 1895--Lewis Thurman, a prosperous farmer of Howard county, shot and killed Alf Walker, a Negro with a bad reputation, Saturday morning near Fayette. The verdict of the coroner's jury was that the Negro came to his death by a pistol shot and that said shot was fired in self defense. 27 Sep 1895--Mr. and Mrs. John Calhoun, of Texas, who have been visiting relatives in Missouri for the past month will leave Monday for their southern home. They in company with Mrs. Brink, of Kansas City, and Jas. Rennolds, of Higbee, left Wednesday for Fayette where they will spend a few days with J. M. Rennolds and other relatives. They will return here Sunday evening and will be the guest of G. R. Rennolds and wife and would be glad to have all their friends call and see them. 27 Sep 1895--Born, on the 22nd to A. B. Heathman and wife, a daughter. 27 Sep 1895--Born, near Myres, on the 19th, to Dr. R. L. Nichols and wife, a daughter. 27 Sep 1895--The infant child of Wm. Thompson of near Yates, died Tuesday of this week. 27 Sep 1895--G. R. Rennolds and wife visited her father, Nicholas Dysart, near Yates yesterday. The old gentleman is quite poorly. 27 Sep 1895--H. C. Rennolds and family drove over from Macon county Monday to be present at the funeral of his sister, Mrs. Mary Andrews. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 2 Aug 1895--CLARK ITEMS--With a smile on his face John Mangus told us Wednesday that he had all the weeds out of his corn and was through harvesting and now had time to marry. On that day he and Miss Eva Hamilton were married at her father's residence. May success ever be with them. 2 Aug 1895--CLARK ITEMS--Alva McMahon who was married to Miss Emma Hancock last week has returned from his bridal tour and took charge of his poultry business again, but he has not yet sufficiently recovered to tell the difference between a hen and a rooster and buys roosters at turkey prices and sells eggs for young chickens. 2 Aug 1895--Hilda Kathlene Cross was born in St. Louis, MO, March 29, 1895, and died in Clark, MO, July 23, aged three months and twenty four days. She was a sweet bright little child and so playful and cheerful that she was as an angel in her home and her parents have fondly hoped to spend many happy days with her and her twin brother. But now our little angel has gone from us and our hearts are sad and on every hand in our home we see some object to remind us of the darling little babe who in life was so much comfort to us. 2 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--we are glad to learn that Jeff Dougherty of La Junta Col, who has been quite ill, is improving. 2 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Master Eugene and sister, Miss Annetta Andrews of Burton, are visiting their grand parents, A. G. Atkins and wife, and their uncle, J. B. Andrews and family. 2 Aug 1895--J. M. Rennolds and wife, of Fayette, and Mrs. John F. Andrews, of Myres, were the guests of G. R. Rennolds and wife yesterday. 2 Aug 1895--Born, on the 28th, to Warner Winn and wife a son. 2 Aug 1895--Born, on the 29th, to A. L. Conwell and wife a daughter. 2 Aug 1895--Born, on the 29th, to Thos Ross and wife a daughter. 2 Aug 1895--Married, in Higbee, on the 30th, at the residence of the brides mother, Mrs. Margaret Lambier, Mr. Robert Williams and Miss Agnes Lambier, Rev. Ben Robson officiating. The News joins other friends in extending good wishes. 2 Aug 1895--Died, on the 30th of July, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. D. H. Osborne, Mrs. Elizabeth Crosswhite, aged 96 years. Her remains were buried at the McMullin church Wednesday. 2 Aug 1895--EBENEZZAR ITEMS--Died, on July 25, old Mrs. Hudson aged nearly 80 years. She has been quite feeble for many years. She is about the last of the good old stock that settled in this neighborhood in the early days. Friday, 9 Aug 1895--Robert Lawyer, a prosperous farmer living near Mexico, while stacking hay Monday, was struck by lightning and instantly killed. Friday, 9 Aug 1895--Died, near Burton, on the 4th, of cancer, John Williams, aged about 40 years. 9 Aug 1895--Mrs. David Williams who has been suffering for some time with cancer of the stomach we regret to learn is very low. 9 Aug 1895--I. J. Williams and wife, of Gant, MO, and his mother, of Hiatteville, Kansas, were the guests of G. L. Williams and wife Sunday and Monday of this week. 9 Aug 1895--Born, on the 29 of July, to H. C. Thorpe and wife, a fine girl. Mother and child are doing well. 9 Aug 1895--Mrs. C. Ballantine received a telegram from Richmond, MO, Monday, stating that her cousin, Alex Smith, had fell down a shaft at that place and was not expected to live. 9 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--A. G. Atkins is on the sick list this week. 9 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Ed Dougherty had a stroke of paralysis Saturday. 9 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Mrs. J. L. Andrews and little son, J. B. returned from Mexico Sunday. Mr. Andrews returned from Chicago Thursday and reports a delightful time. 9 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--James Dougherty returned from La Junta, Col, where he has been visiting his son, Jeff Dougherty, who has been quite ill, but is now able to be up. Uncle Jim was 80 Sunday. 9 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Died, at his home near Burton, Sunday morning, Aug 4, of cancer, John Williams, aged 38 years. He leaves a wife and two little girls to mourn his loss. His remains were interred at Log Chapel Sunday afternoon. 16 Aug 1895--Rev. Moses U. Payne died at his home in Payne, Iowa, Friday, August 9th, 1895, after an illness of several weeks of jaundice, at the ripe old age of 88 years. The announcement of the death of this grand good man, while not unexpected, was quite a shock to our citizens, and on every hand could be heard expressions of regret. For 75 years deceased was a resident of Boone county, and for more than 50 years was a preacher of the Gospel--a devoted Methodist, and went about doing good. He was possessed of large landed estates in Nebraska, Iowa, and Boone and Howard counties, MO, and his wealth estimated at nearly $2,000,000. He gave large sums at different periods of his life to educational institutions, and also to aid religious enterprises, Howard Payne College of this city was really founded by Rev. Payne and has been the recipient of munificent gifts. Rev. Payne was an intimate friend of Jefferson Davis and at the close of the war presented him with $25,000. Rev. Payne had been married twice. By the first union one son, Jacob survives. His second wife and son Miller and daughter, Mrs. Mattie Cresap, all survive him. They have the sympathy of legion of friends in there bereavement. The remains of Rev. Payne, accompanied by the bereaved family, and Mr. Jacob Payne, aged 92 years, a brother of the deceased, who went from New Orleans to his bedside, were shipped to Rocheport and interred Tuesday morning. Memorial services had been held the day before--many having gathered there expecting the body that day, but the funeral party failed to make connections. Peace to the ashes of the grand old Christian soldier--Fayette Leader. 16 Aug 1895--Born, on the 12th, to Lee Hager and wife a son. 16 Aug 1895--Rev. J. S. Sharp, who was once pastor of the C. P. Church at this place, died at Marshall, Thursday of last week, aged 60 years. 16 Aug 1895--J. M. Andrews, agent for a wine firm in California left Tuesday with a fine lot of samples on a trip through northwest Mo. 16 Aug 1895--John T. Allen, who left here for the Confederate Home at Higginsville in March 1894, died at that place on August 9, 1895. 16 Aug 1895--Sheriff Frank Mitchell, of Howard county, passed through here Wednesday on his way to Fulton to place Mrs. Herbert Cook in the asylum, who had been declared insane by the county court of that county. 16 Aug 1895--Born, on the 9th, at Camp Eagle Pass, Texas, to H. Alexander Hester and wife a daughter. 16 Aug 1895--Jerry Dawson and wife, of Kalo, Iowa, who have been visiting the families of Wm. Walton and David Williams for the past ten days returned home Tuesday evening. 16 Aug 1895--G. W. Palmertary, of Howard county, who has been in the insane asylum at Fulton for the past three months returned home Wednesday much improved. 23 Aug 1895--Mrs. James Rogers, of near Middle Grove, hanged herself and four-year-old babe near that place Sunday morning. The woman was undoubtedly insane from brooding over desertion by a worthless husband. About five years ago a stranger by the name of James Rogers came to Middle Grove and met Mrs. Rogers, then a Miss James, and she became infatuated with him. In about six months they were married and lived happily until their baby boy was born when Rogers left for parts unknown. She went back to live with her parents, hoping, praying and believing that her husband would return. At last she realized the truth and concluded to end her misery by ending her life. She wrote a note saying that life was not worth living and she could not bear to see her baby boy thrown upon the mercies of a cruel world and would take him with her. Her only request was that he be buried in her arms. Some time Saturday night she took her baby and went to a mulberry tree a short distance from the house where it is supposed she hung the baby first and then herself. 23 Aug 1895--Miss Ruth Williams, of Audrain county, is the guest of her brother, George. 23 Aug 1895--Mrs. Ellen Deer, of Renick, aged 70 years, dropped dead Wednesday morning. 23 Aug 1895--Mrs. Loretta Hounson, of Lancaster, was burned to death Monday while lighting a gasoline stove. 23 Aug 1895--Misses Mary and Minerva Kirby, of Armstrong, were the guests of J. A. Holtzclaw and family Sunday. 23 Aug 1895--W. H. Collins living near Elliott has a very sick child. 23 Aug 1895--Died, near Clark, on the 20th, of consumption, John W. Spurling, aged 24 years. The funeral was preached Wednesday by Rev. Joe Robinson, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Creson burying ground near Clark. 30 Aug 1895--A shooting scrape occurred four miles southwest of here in Howard county Wednesday morning between O. S. Pitney and Willard Goosie in which the former received a 32 caliber ball in each leg. The origin of the trouble as far as we can learn is about this: Six weeks ago Goosie claimed that Pitney was too intimate with his (Goosie's) wife and had him arrested, but through some defect of the warrant Pitney was discharged. Wednesday Pitney and his son-in-law, Blueford Lewis, went to Goosie's house, and after a few words Pitney and Goosie drew their pistols and emptied them at each other. When the smoke cleared away it was found that Pitney had a bullet in each leg. He was brought to town where Dr. Brown extracted the balls and dressed the wounds. Goosie escaped without a scratch. No arrests have been made. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue) A. G. Atkins continues sick. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--Edward Dougherty is improving. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)-- The infant child of Mr. Chas Cline is very sick. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--John T. Dougherty and wife who have been sick are much better. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--J. F. Andrews and family visited Higbee friends and relatives Thursday. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--J. B. Andrews and wife visited the family of G. R. Rennolds Thursday. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--Master Wm. Rennolds, of Mexico, is visiting the family of J. B. Andrews. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--The Misses Dougherty and Miss Anderson of Salisbury, were the guests of John Morrison Dougherty Sunday. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--The Methodists gave a basket dinner last Saturday at Bethel. 30 Aug 1895--MYRES ITEMS--(Received too late for last issue)--A protracted meeting will begin at New Hope church Thursday, August 22. The meeting will be conducted by Revs. Naylor and McCune. 30 Aug 1895--RENICK--Mrs. Deer was buried at Old Tanton last Thursday. The funeral services conducted by Rev. R. Wilkinson, were largely attended. It was the most beautiful and impressive funeral ceremony we ever witnessed. 30 Aug 1895--Born, on the 28th, to Dr. A. J. Brown and wife a daughter. 30 Aug 1895--T. J. Davis was caught under a fall of coal in the Elliott mine Tuesday and had his leg broken. 30 Aug 1895--Mrs. Lucy Darby, wife of Thos. Darby, died near Fayette, on the 24th. 30 Aug 1895--Died, in Moberly, on the 27th, at the residence of her son-in-law, H. C. Rutherford, Mrs. Nancy Collins, aged 77 years. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

5 July 1895--Born, on the 27th, to F. C. Bottoms and wife a daughter. 5 July 1895--Mrs. C. D. Mize, of Butler, MO, who at the death of Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Mize took their little daughters Ethel and Mable to raise, brought the girls over to spend a week with their little brother Frank, and their uncles, F. M. and J. B. Tymony. Mrs. Mize will leave for her home with the children tomorrow. 5 July 1895--Mrs. Thos. Ketchem, of near Armstrong and Mrs. Sam Tatum, of near Fayette, spent the 4th here with their sister Mrs. E. M. Whitmore. 5 July 1895--Mrs. O. Ratzer and little daughter, Goldie, of Moberly, came down Saturday to visit her sisters, Mrs. J. L. Whitmore and Mrs. Chas. Elgin. Mrs. Ratzer returned Tuesday, leaving Goldie who will remain several days. 5 July 1895--W. H. Welch received a telegram from Sturgeon Friday evening of last week conveying the sad intelligence of the death at that place of his niece, Mrs. A. R. McComas, and went down Saturday to attend the funeral. 5 July 1895--Deputy Sheriff Dowell, of Audrain county, passed through here Wednesday en route to Boonville with John Gatewood in charge, who has been sentenced to a term of two years in the reform school. 5 July 1895--When Mr. H. Scott, of Kansas City, with whom Mrs. A. Keller has made her home for years, was notified by wire of the death of his venerable aunt, he hastened to Fayette, and immediately on arrival began making inquiries concerning a certain old knit skirt, in which her relatives most intimate with her knew she kept concealed her private papers and often considerable sums of money. The old skirt was not located for nearly twenty-four hours, when it was found beneath a pile of unlaundered garments. It was brought forth for examination at once and proved to be the hiding place of untold wealth. Sewed or quilted into this garment was nearly $9,000 which amount was extracted by Mrs. I. L. Keller, and deposited in the Farmers' and Merchants' Bank by her father, Mr. H. Leiblich. Besides this money, Mrs. Keller also possessed valuable jewelry such as diamond ear and finger rings, breast pins, etc, to the value of several thousand dollars. She is also said to hold first mortgage notes and bonds amounting to some thousands of dollars. No correct estimate of her wealth can be made at present. She has many heirs, among whom are Mrs. I. Keller and son, Allie, and Paul Wolfson, of this city--Fayette Banner. 12 July 1895--WEST MONITEAU ITEMS--Mrs. W. M. Burton and little sons, Lee and Tiry, were the guests of Mrs. Senora Chesser Thursday. 12 July 1895--Born, on the 5th, to James Cox and wife a daughter. 12 July 1895--Jake Williams, of near Myres, was in town Tuesday and purchased a Buckeye mower of S. S. Cave. 12 July 1895--Mrs. James Burns was called to Illinois Friday by the death of her sister. 12 July 1895--Died, at his residence, 2 1/2 miles northeast of Renick, on July the 7th, Mr. P. S. Hines, aged 85 years. The remains were buried at New Hope church Tuesday evening. Deceased was the father of R. L. Hines of Higbee. 12 July 1895--Married, on the 3rd, at the residence of and by Justice John Rankin, Nathaniel Dennis and Miss Mary Harlow. The News extends good wishes. 12 July 1895--Mrs. Anna Tippitt received a dispatch from Coalgate, Indian Territory Tuesday evening, stating that her father, James Holland, was badly hurt and could not live but a few hours. Mrs. Tippitt and little son Willie, left on the evening train for that point. 12 July 1895--Edgar, the 13 year old son of James Humphrey who left home Wednesday night of last week has not yet returned. 12 July 1895--Wednesday, the wife of James Taylor, col. swore out a warrant against Mat Welch, col. charging him with the seduction of her daughter Vina. Mat was arrested and taken before justice Rankin and pled guilty to the charge. To prevent going to jail to wait the action of the grand jury he agreed to marry the girl. Application was at once made for license and before many days the dusky couple will be married. 12 July 1895--A. B. Ellington a prominent farmer living two miles west of Clark, died Wednesday. Deceased was about 55 years old. 19 July 1895--CLARK ITEMS--The funeral of A. B. Ellington here last Wednesday was attended by several friends from other places and the church would not hold near all the people. A. B. Ellington was an honorable, kind hearted man and had friends everywhere that he was known. The first lessons that the writer ever received in school were given by him and ever since then he had been one of our kindest and best friends. 19 July 1895--POSSUM HOLLOW ITEMS--Callis Magruder visited his sister, Mrs. J. E. Davis near Fayette. 19 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--John O. Dougherty, and little daughter, of Salisbury, are visiting relatives and friends here. 19 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--The boys say that Uncle Jim Dougherty is able to get about without his cane. Hurrah for Uncle Jim! 19 July 1895--Ben Owens and wife, of Illinois, arrived here Saturday to be present at the marriage of his brother Henry, Tuesday evening. 19 July 1895--Died, on the 18th, Maggie the 12 year old daughter of Thos. Lilley. The remains were buried at the city cemetery today. 19 July 1895--Died, in Sturgeon, on the 16th, Mrs. J. M. Seymour, aged about 45 years. 19 July 1895--G. A. Dougherty traded his property in Renick to J. D. Marshall for the latter's residence property here. Dougherty later sold the property to S. E. Marrs. 19 July 1895--Married, at the residence of the brides mother, near Elliott, on July the 17th, Henry Owen and Miss Etha Marshall. Rev. Bryne officiating. The News extends good wishes. 19 July 1895--Edgar, the 13-year-old son of James Humphrey who ran away on the 4th, arrived in Armstrong yesterday. We were unable to learn where he has been or what he proposes to do. 19 July 1895--J. M. Boyd, of Cairo, took some chickens to Moberly Saturday which he sold and with the proceeds got drunk, bought a pistol, went home, shot his wife three times, and then blew his own worthless brains out. Boyd died at 8 o'clock and at last account his wife was still hovering between life and death. 26 July 1895--John Folks fell from a load of ties and broke his leg below the knee Wednesday. 26 July 1895--Died, of whooping cough, on the 20th, the 11-months old son of James Stone. 26 July 1895--Died, on the 21st, of whooping cough, the 2-year-old daughter of W. J. Richards and wife. It was buried at the Whitmore burying ground Monday. 26 July 1895--John Williams, of near Burton, who has been suffering for some time with cancer, left Tuesday night for St. Louis for treatment. He was accompanied by his father, Barry Williams, and Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie. 26 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Messrs John Morrison Dougherty, John Henry Mobly and Joe F. Dougherty were in Sturgeon on business Saturday. 26 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Miss Euphrates Andrews, of Fayette, is visiting the family of J. B. Andrews. 26 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--Uncle Jimmie Dougherty left for La Junta, Col, Thursday to see his son, J. M. Dougherty who is not expected to live. 26 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--A. G. Atkins, wife and granddaughter, Leona Andrews, of Fayette, visited the family of B. F. Andrews Tuesday at Burton. 26 July 1895--MYRES ITEMS--William Avery and family, of Higbee have moved to their farm near Myres. 26 July 1895--WHITE OAK ITEMS--Mrs. Minerva Kirby and two little daughters, of near Armstrong, are visiting relatives in this vicinity this week. 26 July 1895--WHITE OAK ITEMS--Miss Agnes Young, of Elliott, made Miss Mary McVay a pleasant visit last week. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome

Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--DOUGHERTY-GUFFEY--Eugene Dougherty and Miss Annie Pearl Guffey, of Higbee secured a marriage license here of Recorder Halliburton Saturday afternoon and were married at the court house by judge Finnel. They are well known by friends, all of whom wish them great happiness.--Huntsville Herald. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Born, on August 29, to Mr. and Mrs. David Thomas, a daughter. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--J. D. Atkins and daughter, Miss Irene, of Sparks, OK, are the guest of Mrs. B. F. Andrews and other relatives and friends. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--W. K. Boyd and family, who moved to New Baden, Ill, several months ago, returned to Higbee this week to remain, to the delight of their many friends. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--A. B. Spicer, who went to Aguilar, Colorado, several weeks ago intending to move there, returned home Sunday to remain. He informs us that G. W. Connell, who moved to the same place, remained only a week or so, and is now located in Montana. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Raymond Edwards, a student in the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md., and who has just returned from a cruise to Cuba, the Panama Canal and other points of interest on the Atlantic, came home Sunday to spend his month's vacation with the home folks. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Frank Baker, who worked for a big Cleveland, Ohio, construction company before enlisting in the navy, and who has been at home for several weeks, is again working for the company, and left Friday of last week for Rock Hill, SC, where he will be located for the next ninety days. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--John Murdy writes us from Ft. Amador, C.Z. (Canal Zone, I think): "Just a card to let you know I arrived here O. K. August 10. Have been too busy to write you a letter. Have not received any papers since the issue of July 25. If you have any of the issues since that date please mail them, as I am lost without the paper. Will write you a letter in a few days." Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--MISS ROSENA KIRK MARRIED--Miss Rosena Kirk, who moved from this place to Springfield, Ill., with her parents several years ago, was married at her home in that city on August 30, to Mr. Frank Williams, one of the that city's hustling young business men. The NEWS joins other friends in extending congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Sam Houchins bought the R. R. Jones place of six acres adjoining town on the north Wednesday for $2500 The sale was made by W. F. Jones. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Robert Goin returned Thursday from Colorado. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Born, August 31, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Webb, a son. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Born on August 30, to Mr. and Mrs. John Rockett, a son. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Born, August 28, to Mr. and Mrs. Olar White, a daughter. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Mrs. Ray Warren returned to her home in Moberly Wednesday after a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Tabor. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Tony Cruse, who recently moved to Aguilar, Colo., orders his address changed to Hastings, Colo., to which place he has moved. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Mrs. Ollie Bush and children returned to their home in Oklahoma Saturday after a visit with her brothers, G. W. and J. B. Stevenson, and sister, Mrs. Lee Hairl. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Mr. and Mrs. Will Harlow, accompanied by Mrs. Mary Pilkington, left Wednesday for a visit with relatives in Denver, Pueblo and other points in Colorado. They will be gone about three weeks. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Hackward who moved to Colorado some two or three years ago, returned to Higbee Monday to remain. They were accompanied by Mrs. Bertha Hall, who had been their guest for several weeks. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--Jonathan Andrews, who has been quite sick at the home of N. J. Fowler for the past month was able to come to town yesterday, his many friends will be pleased to learn. He hopes to be able to return to his home in Parsons, Kansas, in a week or ten days. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--SNEDEKER-HUDSON--Mr. Arthur J. Snedeker and Miss Elizabeth Hudson, whose approaching marriage had been rumored for some time, drove to Moberly Wednesday, the 3rd, accompanied by Mr. Gordon Rankin and Miss Mollie Chesser, where they were united in marriage at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. E. E. Lamb, pastor of the Baptist church, leaving immediately thereafter for Kansas City, to be gone a week or ten days. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. Florence Hudson and is one of Higbee's sweetest and most lovable young ladies, as well as one of its prettiest ones, and possesses every womanly virtue calculated to make her home life ideal. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Snedeker of Laddonia, but has been a citizen of Higbee for some three or four years, being employed as telegraph operator for the Alton. When war was declared he offered his service and was the first soldier from this place to be wounded. He is exceedingly popular with all who know him, and is generally recognized as a young man of the very highest character and worth. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--MISS RUBY WILLIAMS IMPROVING--Miss Ruby Williams, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Williams, who has been suffering from an abscess on the lung since last October when she had the flu, and which an operation failed to relieve, was taken to Moberly Friday and went through a similar operation the next day, this time a part of three ribs having to be removed. She stood the ordeal remarkably well considering her weakened condition, and has since been doing as well as could be expected, and will likely be able to come home next week. Her physicians are confident that the operation will result in a permanent cure and that she will soon be as strong and well as ever, which will be good news to her host of friends. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--GLEN WALKER MARRIED--Friends of Glen Walker, formerly of this place, received the following announcement yesterday: "Mr. and Mrs. Edward Czmock announce the marriage of their daughter, Josephine to Mr. Glen Collins Walker on Wednesday, Sept 3, 1919, Oak Park, Ill." The NEWS joins Mr. Walker's legion of friends in hearty congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 5 Sep 1919, Vol 33. No 20--UNION CHAPEL DEDICATED--The new church recently completed at Old Log Chapel, Howard county, and which will be known as Union Chapel, was dedicated last Sunday, the sermon being preached by the Rev. Edgar Richmond of Moberly. It had been hoped to secure the services of the Rev. A. N. Lindsey of Clinton, but at the last moment he sent word it would be impossible for him to be present, when Rev. Richmond was secured in his stead. Notwithstanding the fact that the latter had scarcely any time to prepare for the occasion, the sermon was all that could be desired and was thoroughly enjoyed by the big crowd. Following the services it was announced that an indebtedness of $1200 was still owing on the building, and the crowd was asked to come across with the amount which it did after quite a bit of soliciting. A big basket dinner was then served, and when final adjournment was had all felt it was a day well spent. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome

Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--CHAS. BURKLEY DEAD--Mr. Charley Berkley, one of the pioneer citizens of Howard County died at his home near Burton very suddenly Saturday morning last about 8 o'clock. Mr. Berkley, was about 79 years of age. Friday he was up and about his business as usual, but he was taken ill Saturday morning and died before a physician could reach his bedside. His death was due to heart failure. The deceased is survived by two sons, Wm. and Tom Berkley, highly respected citizens of the community; and two daughters, Miss Mary Berkley and Mrs. Stella Gibbs of Fort Worthy, Texas. Charley Berkley was a prominent and widely known citizen and was held in high esteem by all who knew him--Armstrong Herald. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Frank Cain, who was given a preliminary hearing Saturday at Kansas City for the killing of John Elliott at that place, particulars of which appeared in our last issue, was held to be justifiable and was turned loose, as his Higbee friends were confident would be the case. He came home Tuesday, but is undecided as yet as to where he will locate. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--MRS. IDA HUDSON DIES SUDDENLY--Mrs. Ida Hudson dropped dead at her home in Elliott at 11 o'clock Tuesday, August 26, from an affection of the heart, with which she had long been afflicted. She had just completed her household duties and was dressing to go to Moberly for a visit when the summons came without a second's warning. Funeral services were conducted at Moberly Wednesday and interment made in Oakland cemetery by the side of her husband, who died about a year ago. Deceased was 60 years of age and is survived by seven children and step-children, viz: Sam Enochs, Moberly; Bert Enochs, Clark; Chas. Enochs, Louisville, Ky., George and Foster Enochs and Mrs. J. Moffett of Kirksville, and Jas. Hudson of Elliott. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--R. B. Richardson, one of Armstrong's most prominent citizens, died at his home in that place Wednesday night of last week from injuries sustained that day in falling from a wagon load of lumber. In going down a steep hill and in turning a bend in the road he fell from the wagon. The team starting up in a brisk trot caused the lumber to slip from the wagon, catching Mr. Richardson and dragging him quite a distance. He was 57 years old and is survived by his widow and four children. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--MOTOR-ROBB--Mr. Guy Motor and Miss Kizzie Robb were married in Los Animas, Colo., on Wednesday, August 20th, and will make their home in that city, where Mr. Motor, who is a regular army officer with rank of sergeant-major, is located. The bride left here last week for Colorado Springs, ostensibly for a visit with her brother, Grover Robb, and only a few of her closest friends knew of the real purpose of her visit. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Robb of near town and is one of Higbee's sweetest and most lovable young ladies. The NEWS joins in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--BRADLEY-MOORE--Walter Bradley and Miss Pearl Mae Moore, both of Higbee, was united in marriage this afternoon in the office of Circuit Court, C. M. Hulen. Judge Warwick McCanne tied the nuptial knot.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Born, on the 26th, to Mr. and Mrs. Tony Marietta, a daughter. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Born, on the 22nd, to Mr. and Mrs. Dan Rice, a son. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Mrs. Joe Stone is visiting relatives in Marissa, Ill. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Mrs. Ollie Childers returned to her home in Marshfield, Wednesday, after a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Williams. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Mrs. Georgie Middleton and son, Arch, left yesterday for Bozeman, Mont., where Mrs. Middleton will teach again this year. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Dr. E. D. Edwards left Saturday for Florida, and will return to Camp Pike, Ark., in a short time when he will receive his discharge. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Max Pyle of Mt. Vernon, Ill, after a visit with Higbee relatives left Thursday for Columbia where he will enter the school of journalism in the University. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Miss Ollie Oldham, of this place, who was married to Dan D. Collier of Kansas City on May 26, writes to relatives and friends here that Mr. Collier died at the home of his parents in Naples, Texas, the latter part of last week after a two-weeks' illness from typhoid. At the time of their marriage Mr. Collier held the position of checker at the Muehlback Hotel. He is survived by his parents and two sisters. The sympathy of all goes out to his bereaved widow. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Miss Frata Nichols has been employed as teacher in the junior high school at Great Bend, Kansas, at a salary of $100 per month, and will leave for that place Sept. 3. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Josh Lynch and Lib Noel, who have been in the army for the past year or two, and who have been stationed at Camp Pike, Ark., came home Monday to remain, having received their discharge. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--Bernice Roberts, who has been in the Navy had a leg broken in a fall on his first trip to France, which has kept him in a hospital most of the time since, came home Wednesday to remain. When he was home several months ago it was feared that his injury would leave him a cripple for life, but such will not be the case, we are pleased to state. He still limps a little, but will no doubt be as good as new in a short time. Friday, 29 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 19--NOEL-WARFORD--Mr. Fred L. Noel and Miss Flossie M. Warford, two popular people of south of town, were united in marriage at the home of the officiating minister, the Rev. Notley Magruder, on Monday August 25. The bride is the pretty daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Warford and is popular among a wide circle of acquaintances. Mr. Noel is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Noel of Denison, Texas, and is a young man of worth and character and deserving of the fair prize he has won. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome

Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--J. J. Cline returned to his home in Elizabeth, Ind., Tuesday after a visit with his sisters, Mrs. W. D. Edwards and Mrs. Tim Dougherty. He was accompanied by the latter and daughter, Miss Maggie. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--MINERS WANTED--Forty miners wanted at the Kansas City Midland mine at Novinger, Mo. Brand new bungalow houses with lights and water and cheap rent. Train service to and from mine. Emmett Corrigan, General Manager. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--John W. Franklin, Jr., who has been in the Marines for the past 18 months, and who saw some hard service overseas, came home Tuesday to remain. He came by way of St. Louis to see his brother, Ben, who has been in a hospital for about a year recovering from serious wounds received in France, and was accompanied home by the latter, who will return to the hospital Monday. He is improving nicely, his many friends will be glad to hear, but it will be several months yet before he will be able to come home to remain. He fears that he will always have a stiff knee, but his physicians have hopes of discharging him as good as new. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Born, on the 20th, to Mr. and Mrs. Hardin Edwards, a daughter. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mrs. Jas. Ballentine and daughter Christine, are visiting Renick friends. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Sam Marrs went to Kansas City Thursday of last week where he has secured a position as mechanic in a garage. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--George Newton who has been in the Navy for the past year, returned home Saturday to remain. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Ralph Harris left Sunday for Senoca, Wis., where he has secured employment. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mr. and Mrs. James Cox of Mystic , IA, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Lloyd, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. George Cox of Moberly were the guests of their daughter Mrs. James Lloyd Sunday. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mrs. Laura McGarvey of Eldorado, Kansas, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Jenkins Williams. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mr. and Mrs. George Fulton and children of Cherokee, Kan. are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--LEE LLOYD INJURED--Lee Lloyd was quite seriously injured at the Walton mine about 10 o'clock yesterday morning, and is more than lucky to have escaped with his life. He had just taken down a fall of coal, when a rock, three feet thick, came down without a second's warning completely covering him up with the exception of his head. That his life was not instantly snuffed out was owing to the fact that one end of the rock rested on the coal, most of its weight being held off of him. His scalp was laid open for four or five inches, and he sustained small cuts on the nose and forehead. His worst injury, however was to his left arm, the flesh being torn loose from the shoulder almost to the elbow and from his armpit almost to his waist. He was given prompt medical attention and has since been doing nicely. it will be several weeks before he will again be able to work. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--J. W. Duncan, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Duncan of Yates, returned home last week after a year's service in the navy. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Miss Mary Gruber returned to her home in Keota, Monday, after a visit with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gruber. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--T. H. WALTON JR., BREAKS ARM--T. H. Walton, Jr., who has been working for a Kansas City wholesale coal dealer for several months, tripped and fell down a stairway at his boarding house Saturday, breaking his right arm, the break being the worst possible, running diagonally through the elbow joint. The break is a very unusual one, and one, doctors say, which frequently leaves the arm stiff. The young man's many Higbee friends join The News in the hope that such will not be his misfortune. Mr. and Mrs. Walton, on receipt of a message telling of the accident, took the first train for Kansas City, returning Sunday night accompanied by their son. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--George Stallman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arch Stallman of Yates, who has been in the Navy the past year, returned home Friday to remain. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mrs. Joe Price and two children, Lathiel and Elwood, of Detroit, Mich., and Mrs. George Noble, of Marion, Ohio, who have been visiting their brother, John Howell, the past week, left Monday for Courtland, Kansas, where they will visit their sister, Mrs. Albert Noble, before returning to their home in the East. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Lieut. Dr. E. D. Edwards, who has been in Uncle Sam's service for the past year or more, stationed at Camp Pike, Ark., arrived Wednesday for a visit with his wife and children and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Edwards, of near town. We could not learn as to whether or not he had received his discharge. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--WHITMORE-BLAKELY--Wm. Whitmore of this place and Mrs. J. W. Blakely were married Sunday, August 17, at the residence of the bride's son, Joe Andrews, of Howard county, by Eld. Wm. Kelso. The NEWS joins others in congratulations. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--ANOTHER DENTIST FOR HIGBEE--Dr. Howard Turner, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Turner, who has been practicing dentistry in Kansas City for the past year or more, has rented offices over Cleeton's Drug Store and will engage in practice here, opening his office about September 1. Howard's numerous friends welcome his return to the old burg, and wish for him abundant success. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--N. J. Garver and son, William, left last week for Seneca, Wis., where they have secured employment. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--(condensed) Oscar S. Fainter, Plaintiff vs. Lizzie Fainter, Defendant....obtaining a decree of divorce from the bonds of matrimony....next regular term of said Court....city of Moberly....13th day of October 1919. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--BURTON ITEMS--Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Naylor and son, Clyde, attended the state fair at Sedalia. Hobert Jackson is on the sick list. Willie Thompson ate his birthday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Naylor last Friday. Shelby Ware attended the Mt. Zion Baptist Association in Boone county last week. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--A LETTER RELATIVE TO THE LATE DYSART WILSON--Headquarters Fourth Infantry, American Forces in Germany--Plaidt, Germany, July 30, 1919. From the Commanding Officer, 4th U. S. Infantry. To. Mrs. Julie Wilson, Higbee, Mo. Subject, Private Dysart Wilson, 2214789. Many inquiries are daily received in the various offices throughout the Army, from the folks back home, regarding some relative, the battles in which he fought and in particular the one in which he last participated. Realizing that the messages sent out by the War Department were of necessity very meager, I am writing to give you such information as is at hand concerning your son, Private Dysart E. Wilson, 2214789, who last served with Company A, Fourth U. S. Infantry, Third Division. Due to the constant changing of the personnel of each organization, then and now, both officers and enlisted, it is sometimes difficult to obtain all the information desirable regarding many of the boys who made the supreme sacrifice, but a careful inquiry among the officers and men who were acquainted with your son, shows a high regard for him, which means that he was a man among men--a man's man--faithful in the performance of his duties and to the trust reposed in him by you and yours and the Country he so nobly served. Authority has recently been granted by the War Department for the wearing, by all men who served in the present war, of a medal, together with a clasp for each battle in which they participated. In lieu of this medal, which is not yet ready for issue, there is worn, just above the left breast pocket of the blouse, what is known as the Victory Ribbon, and attached to the ribbon is a star to represent each battle clasp. I am enclosing you here with one of these Victory Ribbons with the number of stars which your son would have been entitled to wear. It is a token of esteem and respect for their departed comrade and a message of sympathy to his loved ones at home, sent to you by his regiment. The stars represent the following engagements in which your son participated: The Aisne Defensive. The Champagne-Marne Defensive. The Aisne-Marne Offensive. The St. Mihiel Offensive. The Meuse-Argonne Offensive. It was during the twenty-second day of this latter action, October 21, 1918, that your son was killed. You will also be interested in learning that plans are rapidly being completed for the erection of a monument, at either end of the bridge across the Marne River at Chateau-Thierry, as a memorial to the Third Division's achievement there. To accomplish this each officer and man in the entire Division will donate one day's pay. In these monuments you will have a particular interest in that your son's contribution has been not the salary for one day's labor, but a gift, priceless, peerless and incomparable when measured by things material. We are proud indeed of those who have gone on before, for the victories we have attained have been because of their sacrifice, and it is with keen regret we realize they will not have an opportunity to carry on the work of reconstruction throughout the world with the same spirit of determination which was characteristic of their activities over here. With kindest regards, and extending to you my sincere sympathy at this late date. G. A. HEDBST, Colonel 4th Infantry. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--W. F. CAIN KILLS ROBBER--Former Higbee Citizen Shoots a Holdup Man in Jefferson Hotel at Kansas City--Out on Bond.---W. F. Cain, who left here recently with the intention of going to Sheridan, Wyo., but who went no further than Kansas City, where he secured a position at the Jefferson Hotel bar, shot and killed John Elliott, who attempted to hold-up a party of gamblers who had a big game going on in the hotel last Saturday night, and which Cain was guarding, it is said, against robbers as well as the police. The following article taken from the Kansas City Star, gives about all that is known of the affair. Mr. Cain's Higbee friends will be surprised to learn from the article that he is an "expert" card player and "veteran houseman," as during his residence here of thirty years he never followed either occupation. As the killing occurred in the house of the democratic boss in Kansas City, whom the Star can't say mean enough things about, it seems to Mr. Cain's friends here that in its account of the affair in the two articles that follow, in order to put Pendergast in as bad a light as possible, it has gone out of its way by trying to create the impression that the killing was a cold blooded murder. Mr. Cain's friends here feel certain that he was justified in his action and that a jury will so declare. The articles from the Star follow: K. C. Star, August 17. Shortly after 11 o'clock last night, the police received a call to go to the Jefferson Hotel, headquarters for "goat" politicians. There, on the fifth floor, in a brilliantly lighted room, the police found a young man lying on the floor, a revolver in his hand, a bullet through his brain. Booth Baughman, manager of the hotel in the absence of Tom Pendergast "goat" boss, offered the explanation the man had met his death in an attempt to hold up a group of men playing poker. Dr. J. S. Snider, deputy coroner, arrived soon and examined the pockets of the slain man, finding a deputy marshal's commission made out to John Elliott, 2941 East Twenty-third Street. The commission was signed by Harry Hoffman, marshal of Jackson County, and was issued recently to Elliott at the request of the Standard Oil Company, which corporation employed Elliott. A glance at a bankbook carried by the slain man revealed that John Elliott had opened an account yesterday with an initial deposit of $100. Officers identified the dead man as John Elliott, a former patrolman. A well dressed man, apparently about 38 years old entered the room, pushing through the crowd to the silent form on the floor. "I killed him," the man remarked evenly. And he handed a revolver to a detective. "He drew a "rod" on me first," the man added, "and said he intended to "stick up" the card players in that little room over there." The speaker was W. F. Cain, expert card player and veteran "houseman" of gambling games. And as he spoke Cain waved a hand in the direction of a small room adjoining the larger one where the body was. In the small room were several overturned chairs and a round, green covered table on which was a disarray of playing cards and poker chips. "Fourteen men were playing a little sociable game," Cain continued. "Just among friends. The man I shot was playing in the game several times tonight. He left about 10 o'clock in his shirt sleeves, returning a short while later wearing a coat. He went into that room there and watched the card playing a while. I was in this room here. "He suddenly came through the doorway and walked up to me, then quickly jerked out his "rod" and shoved it against my ribs. "Put 'em up--this is a stick up," he said. I knocked down his hand holding the revolver and pulled my gun quick, I let him have a bullet--right in the head. That's all I know." No one in the crowd admitted seeing the shooting. No one admitted participation in the gambling game. No one, in fact, seemed inclined to discuss the incident. The police, even, were less inquisitive than usual. An ambulance finally arrived to remove the slain man to a morgue. Elliott wore an aviator's leather coat, leather puttees, khaki trousers and a soft felt hat. The bullet had entered the back of his head. He fell near the doorway leading into the poker room. Near his body was a small pool table, with cues and balls missing and with pockets closed. It was a "crap table." Cain was taken to police headquarters, where he repeated his statement. Ralph True, a former city detective, told the police he was "lookout" for the poker game, and that he saw Cain knock down Elliott's hand holding the revolver. True, however, said he didn't see the shooting, as he was near the hallway door. K. C. Star August 18. On a $10,000 bond signed by Booth Baughman, his boss gambler, William F. Cain, confessed slayer of John Elliott, deputy county marshal, was released today. Cain's arraignment was on a second degree murder charge before Justice John J. George. His preliminary hearing was set for Saturday. Information against Cain was filed by James L. Kilroy, an assistant prosecutor, who assisted the police Saturday night in taking statements from three persons present in the Jefferson Hotel when the killing occurred. "Three statements indicate self defense," Kilroy said. "The evidence is not sufficient to warrant a first degree murder charge, but the charge will be changed if later developments justify." Cain was arraigned before Justice George. He read the information to Cain. Baughman had volunteered to sign a bond almost before the reading was finished. "How much is the bond?" Baughman asked. "Five thousand dollars. No, I'd better make it $10,000," Justice George answered. One statement was made by Abraham Arenberg, who says he is a cigar clerk from Des Moines, Ia., and has been stopping at the Bray Hotel a week. Arenberg's statement says he saw Elliott seize Cain's arm and pull him toward the poker room, meanwhile pressing a revolver on Cain's chest. Arenberg says he heard Elliott tell Cain to throw up his hands and keep them up, then tell the players to get up from the table. Arenberg says he saw Cain take a revolver from his hip pocket and shoot Elliott in the head. John Turner, 1224 Broadway, says in his statement: "I saw a scuffle between Cain and Elliott in the next room. I saw Elliott with a pistol and I heard a shot. I don't know who fired the shot." Pete Lapitini, a musician living at the Jefferson Hotel, made a statement saying he saw Elliott flourish a revolver, then heard a shot, but did not know who fired the shot. Cain is slightly gray haired, almost six feet tall and is well built, muscular, but not heavy. He has spent the time since his arrest Saturday night in the matron's room at police headquarters. His former position as chief of police of Higbee, Mo., is pointed to by some police officials as the reason for the unusually courteous treatment being given Cain. Scott A. Godley, chief of police, is certain Elliott was killed in an attempt to hold up the gamblers. The position of Elliott's body when found by the police is not explained. He was lying on his back, although he had been shot in the back of the head. His left hand on his breast, his right hand lying on a revolver, but not gripping it. His hat had fallen or been placed on his left shoulder. And, strangest of all his left foot was up against a wall, the heel three feet above the floor. An hour elapsed between the shooting and the arrival of the police. Godley also scouts any suggestion that it would be unusual for a man to go to a fifth floor to make a holdup where there would be time to telephone down to the first floor to stop a bandit. "There are many funny holdups in Kansas City," Godley suggests. "Elliott's motor car was found a block away, with the key in it ready to start," Godley says. "That indicates preparation for staging a quick get-away." Police officials who know gambling house customs agree Elliott must have displayed his revolver first, whether to hold up the game or following an argument of some kind. Game keepers usually slug a man and throw him out, they declare, then, if necessary, pick a less conspicuous place to kill a man. Cain and other game keepers, as well as the gambling equipment on the fifth floor of the Jefferson Hotel, were moved there a week ago when the Mansion Hotel gambling house at 1106 Baltimore Avenue was closed along with other gambling places affected by the underground closing orders from the police. Dr. J. S. Snider, deputy coroner, announced today a coroner's inquest will be held late tomorrow or Wednesday. Inability to determine whether the killing was self-defense or not was expressed by Doctor Snider. Harry Hoffman, county marshal, by whom Elliott was commissioned, has conducted an investigation of the shooting. He expresses belief that Elliott tried to hold up the gambling house. "Elliott gambled often and when he lost he brooded," Hoffman said today. "A year ago he was shot twice after an argument in a hotel on East Ninth Street." Elliott attempted to induce his cousin, Nelson Dickout, manager of a motor car company at Twelfth and Walnut streets to visit the gambling rooms in the Jefferson Hotel Saturday night, according to information received by Mr. Hoffman. Dickout refused and Elliott walked away. Two hours later he was slain. Elliott served a short term in the Jackson County jail in 1917 for stealing chickens. Hoffman told of commissioning Elliott Saturday afternoon, just a few hours before he was killed. Thirty deputies had been commissioned to guard Stardard Oil property at Sugar Creek, Hoffman explained today, and Elliott was commissioned to replace one of the thirty who had resigned. Elliott leaves a wife, father, mother and two sisters. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Born, on the 19th, to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dupri, a son. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--John Markham of Illinois is the guest of his mother, Mrs. D. W. Bowen. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--J. F. Miller, who recently moved to Texarkana, Texas, has moved to Bartlesville, Okla. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mrs. Myrl Turner of McFall, Texas, is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Seymour. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Thos. Hackward orders his address changed from Lafayette to Aguilar, Colo., to which place he has moved. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Messrs. Jack Butterly and Clyde Miller of Moberly, Miss Ruth Durham of Kansas City and Mrs. J. A. Butterly of St. Louis are the week-end guests of Miss Hilda Wright. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Bert Enochs, who moved from Kirksville to Clark last week, spent Sunday with Higbee relatives, leaving for Kansas City where he will take a special course in automobile repairing. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Joe Kirby, Deputy Revenue Collector--Joe Kirby yesterday afternoon received a phone message from George H. Moore, United States revenue collector, at St. Louis, telling him that he had been appointed a deputy revenue collector. This appointment is one of that will be endorsed as a wise choice by Joe's hosts of friends in Moberly and vicinity. He has the qualities and has the official experience which will make a proficient and efficient incumbent of this important office. The appointment is effective September 1, and Mr. Kirby will have his headquarters in St. Louis--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mrs. H. C. Boyd was called to Jonesburg Monday by the death of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Sallie Kimbrought. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Miss Lillian Jones, who returned from Kirksville last week where she had been attending the state teachers college, left yesterday for Independence for a visit with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Jones. Friday, 22 Aug 1919, Vol 33. No 18--Mr. Arthur Roberts Sr. was called to Huntsville Wednesday by a message stating his brother James had been seriously injured in an accident and was not expected to live. We could learn no particulars whatever. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

My gosh! That was a misprint/misline. That goes with the Heberling birth (and I will find it) There should be NO undated births except for a couple for which I gave the date of registration and the date of the birth before it. The entire entry should be: HEBERLING, ----; female; 8th, no color; b 7 Sep 1884, Howard Co; father J L HEBERLING, farmer, 40, b MO; mother Fannie HEBERLING nee WAUGH, 35, b MO, no residence. I really hope that is the only error. I beat my head on the floor in abject apology. If there are others out there, let me know, please. Carolyn [email protected] ----- Original Message ----- From: John Ballard <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2001 2:23 AM Subject: Howard Co MO birth records > Can you let me know the span of dates for these births? I assume > that undated births, such as that for > > HEBERLING, farmer, 40, b MO; mother Fannie HEBERLING nee WAUGH, 35, b MO, > no residence. > > are located in a space that might indicate roughly the year of birth. > > John >

Thank you, Carolyn, so much! All your work on transcribing and then alphabetizing is stellar! This record, esp. is welcome: CHIPLY, Wardie Benson; male; 4th; white; b 11 Dec 1883, Boonsboro; father George CHIPLY, wagoner, 33, b Howard Co; mother Octavia CHIPLY nee SHELTON, 33, b Shakray, GA, resided Boonsboro; J T WOOD, Boonsboro. I haven't been able previously to know Octavia's maiden name. Now I just have to figure out who the aged Augustus Davis might be who was living with them in the 1870 Census (just after their marriage). I had pegged him for a possible father-in-law. <wry grin> Rowan

BAER, Benjamin; male; 2nd child; b 23 Dec 1883, Glasgow; father Solomon BAER, merchant, 29, nationality German, b Germany; mother Rachel BAER nee WERDINGER, 23, b Cleaveland Ohio, resided Glasgow. BAGBY, Elizabeth; female; 9th, white; b 19 Apr 1886, Glasgow; father James H BAGBY, city marshal, 30, b Grundy Co; mother Irene BAGBY nee ROPER, 39, b Arrow Rock, resided Glasgow. BAGBY, Jno Humphrey; male; 1st; white; b 20 Oct 1883, Howard Co; father David BAGBY, farmer, 25, b Grundy Co MO; mother Narcisa F BAGBY nee DENNY, 24, b Randolph Co. BAGBY, John Ward; male; 8th child; b 9 Nov 1883, Glasgow; father James Harvey BAGBY, section hand on CA & St L RR, 25, b Grundy Co MO; mother Irene BAGBY nee ROPER, 37, b Arrowrock MO, resided Glasgow. BAIER, Frances; female; 8th, white; b 19 Jun 1887, Glasgow; father George BAIER, laborer, 44, b Baden Germany; mother Mary BAIER nee SUPPE, 34, b Saxony Germany, resided Glasgow. BAILEY, ----; female, no number, no color; b 16 Aug 1883; father ---- BAILEY, farming, American; mother ---- BAILEY, American, resided Howard Co. BAKER, ----; male; 1st; white; b 4 Apr 1884, Richmond Twp; father Thos BAKER, farmer, 28, b Howard Co; mother Eliza Lay BAKER nee LAY, 18, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BAKER, ----; male; 2nd, white; b 29 Oct 1885, Howard Co; father Thomas BAKER, farmer, 25, b Howard Co; mother Eliza Lay NBAKER nee LAY, 20, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BAKER, Mary; female, 1st, white; b 30 Jul 1884, Howard Co; father William BAKER, farmer, 35, b VA; mother Carozadie(?) BAKER nee HICKMAN, 19, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BALLENTINE, Geraldine; female; 2nd, white; b 3 Dec 1885, Chariton Co; father William BALLANTINE, fancy gardener, 28, nationality Scotchman, b Edinburgh; mother Lavia BALLANTINE nee PETTIEPIECE, 28, nationality Canadian, b Canada, resided near Glasgow. BALLEW, ----; female, 1st, white; b 6 Dec 1884, Boonslick; father Robert BALLEW, farmer, 22, b Howard Co; mother Louisa Elizabeth BALLEW nee CHIPLEY, 24, b Howard Co, resided Boonslick Twp. BALLINTINE, Janet Alexander; female; 1st; white; b 3 Feb 1884, Glasgow; father William BALLANTINE, gardener, 25, nationality Scotchman, b Grogan Scotland; mother Sarah Jane BALLANTINE nee PETTIPIECE, 26, nationality Canadian, b Ottawa Canada, resided Glasgow. BARNES, ----; female; 8th child; b 22 Dec 1883, Fayette; father William Henry BARNES, barber, 34, b Howard Co; mother Jo Ella BARNES nee McCLAIR, 26, b Howard Co, resided Fayette. BARTEE, Stephen William; male, 3rd, white; b 10 Nov 1884, near Burton; father Wm D BARTEE, farmer, 30, b Howard Co; mother Josephine BARTEE nee CREASON, 30, b Howard Co, resided near Burton. BARTON, Edna; female; 6th, white; b 27 Dec 1886, Myers; father John BARTON, tie contractor, lawyer & Justice of the Peace, 41, b "Lay Fayette Co", KY; mother Nancy E BARTON nee HERN, 27, b Howard Co, resided Myers. BASS, ----; female; 2nd, colored; b 30 Jun 1887, Glasgow; father Reuben BASS, laborer, 23, b Columbia MO; mother Mattie BASS nee HENDRIX, 20, b Glasgow, resided Glasgow. BEACH, ----; male, 6th, white; b 11 Jan 1885, near Armstrong; father William BEACH, farmer, 34, b Saline Co; mother Lucetta BEACH nee MARKLAND, 32, b near Armstrong, no residence; W C HARVEY, Armstrong. BEACH, James [surname appears to have been erased and the first name appears lighter]; male, 2nd, white; b 1 Feb 1885 Prairie Twp; father J E BEACH, farmer, 52, b VA; mother Luella BEACH nee McCORMAC, 26, b Saline Co; no residence. BEGROVE, ----; female; 1st child; b 18 Oct 1883, Howard Co; father Wm BEGROVE, farmer, 32, b New York; mother Dora BEGROVE nee SHIFLET, 19, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BENTLEY, ----; male; 1st, white; b 14 Mar 1886, Howard Co; father Thos Marshall BENTLEY, farmer, 28, b Howard Co; mother M E H BENTLEY nee Mary Ella HICKERSON, 25, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BENTLEY, ----; male; 1st, white; b 14 Mar 1886, Howard Co; father Thos Marshall BENTLEY, farmer, 28, b Howard Co; mother M E H BENTLEY nee Mary Ella HICKERSON, 25, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BERRY, ----; male; 1st; white; b 10 Feb 1884, Glasgow; father Adoneram Judson BERRY, physician, 32, b NC; mother Annie BERRY nee LEWIS, 31, b Glasgow, resided Glasgow. BESGROVE, Author Mentor; male, 6th, white; b 17 Oct 1884, Howard Co; father Alfred BESGROVE, farmer, 35, English, born England; mother Ellen BESGROVE nee SNYDER, 32, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BIBBS, Bitsy; female; 4th; white; b 14 Aug 1884, Glasgow; father Simon BIBBS, teamster, no age, b Howard Co; mother Alice BIBBS nee PULMAN, no age, b Howard Co, resided Glasgow; Mrs Anmia HODEN, Glasgow. (could this be Annie HOWARD?) BIDEN, Robert Neuton; male; 4th; white; b 16 Sep 1884, Howard Co; father Edward BIDEN, farmer, 34, b MO; mother Lizzie BIDEN, no maiden name, 34, b MO, resided Howard Co. BISWELL, ----; female, 3rd, white; b 30 Jul 1884, Howard Co; father Harvey BISWELL, farmer, 32, b Howard Co; mother Mandy BISWELL nee RICHARDS, 25, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BLAIR, ----; male; 4th; white; b 29 Aug 1884, Howard Co; father Andersen J BLAIR, farmer, 39, b MO; mother Pauline F BLAIR nee SHAW, 38, b MO, resided Howard Co. BODLE, ----; female; 4th; white; b 4 Nov 1884, Lisbon; father Richard BODLE, farmer, 34, b Howard Co; mother Lucy BODLE nee IVRY?, 25, b Howard Co, resided Lisbon. BOGGS, ----; female; 8th, black; b 3 Dec 1885, Howard Co; father Benjamin BOGGS, farmer, 30, b Mud? Co KY; mother Ellen BOGGS nee YANCY, 35, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BOGGS, ----; male; 3rd, African; b 18 Jul 1886, Glasgow; father Ben BOGGS, farmer, 27, b Howard Co; mother Annie BOGGS, nee LEWIS, 20, b Chariton Co, resided Glasgow. BOOKER, ----; female, 5th, African; b 26 May 1885, Howard Co; father Joseph Weston BOOKER, farmer, 31, nationality African, b Howard Co; mother Julia BOOKER nee JONES, 25, nationality African, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BOON, Carrie Etherline; female; 7th, black; b 24 Nov 1885, Roanoke; father Ance BOON, laborer, 26, b Howard Co; mother Nancy BOONE nee WILLIAMS, 26, b Howard Co, resided Roanoke. BOWIN, ----; male; 3rd; white; b 25 Dec 1883, Landmark, MO; father Chas D BOWIN, farmer and mechanic, 40, b MI; mother ---- nee CLAXTON, 30, b Howard Co, resided Landmark, MO. BOWLER, ----; female; 1st child; b (no day) Dec 1883, Fayette; father Thomas Francis BOWLER, mining, 26, b Caldwell Co MO; mother Lucy BOWLER nee LUMKIN, 21, b Springhill, Livingston Co, MO, resided Fayette. BOWLER, Lewis Josiah; male, 7th, white; b 1 Aug 1885, Glasgow; father Henry Otto BOWLER, engineer, 35, b Chariton Co; mother Georgie E BOWLER nee TINDALL, 33, b Howard Co, resided Glasgow. BOYD, ----; male, 3rd, white; b 13 Mar 1885, Fayette; father Wm M BOYD, grocery clerk, 34, b VA; mother Etta BOYD nee GROVE, 32, b VA, resided Fayette. BRADSHAW, ----; male; 1st, white; b 5 Jun 1886, near Fayette; father Louis BRADSHAW, laborer, 24, b Howard Co; mother Estella BRADSHAW nee ROBB, 17, b Howard Co, resided near Fayette. BRANHAM, ----; male; 2nd child, no color; b 22 Jul 1883, 6 miles west of Fayette; father George BRANHAM, farming, American; mother Lena BRANHAM nee PRITCHETT, b MO, resided Howard Co. BRASHEAR, ----; female; 4th child; African; b 2 Nov 1883, Franklin Twp; father Wm BRASHEAR, farmer, no age, b MO; mother Susan BRASHEAR nee HARRIS, no age, b MO, resided Franklin Twp; Geo E CHINN, New Franklin. BRASHERS, ----; male; 4th; white; b 31 Aug 1884, Howard Co; father Tillum BRASHERS, farmer, 38, b Howard Co; mother Sallie BRASHERS nee SIMPSON, 32, b Pettis Co MO, resided Howard Co; R E CHINN, Fayette. BROOKS, ----; female; 2nd; black; b 26 Nov 1884, Fayette; father Wm BROOKS, laborer, 22, b Fayette; mother Ruth BROOKS nee WITT, 19, b Howard Co, resided Fayette. BROOKS, ----; female; 4th, white; b 19 Jun 1885, Howard Co; father Granville H BROOKS, farmer, 38, b Howard Co; mother Florella C BROOKS nee SIMPSON, 27, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BROOKS, ----; female; 7th, white; b 15 Dec 1885, Howard Co; father Thomas B BROOKS, farmer, 48, b Boone Co; mother Mary BROOKS nee CARROLL, 42, b PA, resided Howard Co. BROWN, ----; female; 6th; white; b 14 Jan 1884, Howard Co; father Charles R BROWN, farmer, 38, Howard Co; mother Rosa Belle BROWN nee RICHARDSON, 34, b Madison Co KY, resided Howard Co. BROWN, Columbus; male; 2nd; white; b 14 Feb 1884, near Burton; father Nick W BROWN, farmer, 29, b Howard Co; mother Julia Ann BROWN nee KETCHUM, 32, b Howard Co, resided near Burton. BURNAM, Fannie Belle; female; 3rd child; no color, b 27 Jul 1883, near Burton; father John Foster BURNAM, 38, b Howard Co, farmer; mother Maria Belle BURNAM nee BRADLEY, 30, American, resided Howard Co. BURNS, ----; male; 1st, colored; b 19 Jun 1887, Glasgow; father Charles Lincon BURNS, laborer, 22, b Howard Co; mother Catharine BURNS nee TURNER, 22, b Howard Co, resided Glasgow. BURTON, ----; male; 4th; white; b 25 Mar 1884, Boonslick Twp; father Robert BURTON, farmer, 29, b Howard Co; mother Rebecca BURTON nee AMICK, 25, b Howard Co, resided Boonslick Twp. BURTON, ----; female; 4th; white; b 20 Jun 1884, Myers; father Jno BURTON, lawyer etc, 40, b Lexington KY; mother Nancy BURTON nee HERN, 30, b Howard Co, resided Howard Co. BUSH, Edward Walter; male; 3rd, white; b 16 Oct 1885, Fayette; father Edward Walter BUSH, merchant, 37, b Montgomery Co; mother Dovie BUSH nee DRACE, 32, b Franklin Co, resided Fayette.