6 Apr 1900--Robert Polson died at his home near Cairo, April 3, aged 45 years, of measles, after an illness of two weeks. 6 Apr 1900--R. H. Williams has ordered the News mailed to him at Holdenville, Indian Territory. 6 Apr 1900--Married, in Higbee, on April 2, 1900, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Elgin, Texas, and Miss Fratie Whitmore, of Moberly, Rev. J. E. Norvell, officiating. They left on the evening train for Elgin, their future home. The News joins their many friends in extending good wishes. 6 Apr 1900--Married, in Armstrong, on April 5, 1900, Dr. J. H. Gallemore and Miss Jessie Munday. 6 Apr 1900--A mad dog was killed on the streets of Armstrong Thursday, of last week, but not until it had bit Hamp Woods of Fayette. 13 Apr 1900--Chas Evans and wife and Mrs. D. W. Bowen went to Vandalia Tuesday to attend the funeral of Miss Mary John, who died at that place Monday. 13 Apr 1900--It is with deep and profound regret that we chronicle the untimely death of Mrs. Anna Mae Lessley, wife of W. A. Lessley, which occurred at their residence in Higbee, yesterday morning. Deceased, aged 24 years, leaves a husband, and a babe about six weeks old. The remains will be interred in the city cemetery at 2 p.m., today. The news extends sympathy to the bereaved husband and relatives. 13 Apr 1900--Ed Hayden, who was discharged from the army some months ago on account of disability, and who has been at home for some time sick, became suddenly worse yesterday evening, and he is pronounced in a critical condition. We sincerely hope his case is not as bad as reported and that he will soon be out again. 13 Apr 1900--Died, on the 6th, the 15-year-old niece of Lewis Diggs, col, of consumption. The child had been sick for several months. 13 Apr 1900--Frank Wheeler received a telegram from Hallsville, yesterday morning stating that his daughter, Mrs. L. Sly, was not expected to live through the day. 13 Apr 1900--Rev. John McCune will be 80 years old on the 22nd of April, and will celebrate the occasion by preaching at the new Christian church at Renick. 13 Apr 1900--This is a peculiar and pathetic story and may be of some interest to the medical world. The details were furnished by Robert Kirby: Near Cecil, this county, in a little graveyard 36 X 36, lies buried an entire family of 14 people, all of whom died of consumption. The family is that of George and Lyda Trumbo. They were as good people as ever lived in the county and the little graveyard tells a pathetic story of the terrible destruction wrought by hereditary tuberculosis--Paris Mercury. 13 Apr 1900--Monday night W. I. Williams qualified as city Marshall, and appeared on duty Tuesday morning. W. F. Cain, who has honorably discharged the duties of marshal for 4 years, surrendered his responsibilities Saturday night and immediately ripped the brass buttons from his coat and pantaloons. Mr. Williams is thoroughly qualified and will make the town a desirable Marshall. 20 Apr 1900--DEATH OF EDWARD HAYDEN--When the call was made for soldiers in consequence of the determination of the country to deliver the Dubans from the tyrannical yoke of Spain, many of our boys promptly responded to the call. Some saw service on battle fields, while others were kept in reserve at home. At the termination of the Cuban question those who had joined the Volunteers were discharged and returned to their homes. Some had acquired a taste for military life and soon took advantage of the opportunity afforded to join the regular army. One of the latter was Edward Hayden. Ed. originally enlisted in the Third Missouri Volunteers in 1898, but on the disbanding of the regiment returned home, where he remained for a short time. His ardor for service in his country's cause would not allow him to settle down to an ordinary citizen's life and accordingly he again enlisted, this time in the U. S. army and was assigned to troop M. Fifth cavalry, and was soon sent to active service in Puerto Rico. While there a terrific cyclone swept over the island in which he received such serious injuries that he was sent to the hospital for treatment. His injuries were aggravated by dysentery, and instead of improving he gradually grew worse, so that it was ultimately deemed necessary to send him to the New York hospital where he could receive better treatment than in Porto Rico. After undergoing a course of treatment in New York his recovery was looked upon as hopeless, and he was discharged from the army and sent home to die. He reached his mother's residence in this city on February 12th, and was kindly and lovingly cared for by his mother, sister and brothers, who placed him under a physician's care and did all that could possibly be done for him. It was soon seen that recovery was not to be hoped for, and he continued to grow weaker until death came as a relief at 3 o'clock p.m. on the 13th inst. When he left New York he was told by the physicians that there was no hope for him, and before he started for home he purchased clothing in which to be buried, and a lot of presents and keepsakes for each member of the family. When he reached home he informed his mother of his condition, and again two days before he died he told her that he knew he must die and that she would find all necessary clothing in his trunk. About noon on the day he died he became suddenly worse and commenced sinking rapidly and told his mother that the room was getting dark, and she asked him if he knew what it meant and he replied that he did. She then asked, "How is it with you?" and he replied, "It is all well with me, mother, if it is well with you." These were about the last words he spoke. A short service was held at the residence at 1 o'clock p.m. on Sunday by the Rev. J. E. Norvell, where many sympathizers attended to evidence their respect for Ed. and to condole (that's what it said!) with the family. A large cortege followed the remains to the family burying ground at the Botts grave yard two miles southwest of town, where they were lovingly and tenderly laid to rest. The entire community sympathizes with the family in the loss of their dear one in early manhood. His future career was a promising one as hopes of early advancement were held out to him in the profession he had chosen. We are proud of all our boys who left this neighborhood for the army. All behaved well, but none more so than Ed, and so far his is the only death that has occurred amongst them. 20 Apr 1900--A. S. Higdon met with a painful and serious accident last Saturday morning. He hitched a span of horses to a saw log and was loading it on his wagon, when one of the horses shoked down, and in falling also knocked Mr. Higdon down, who fell near the horses feet. The horse immediately regained it's feet, and the log, which was now on an inclined plane, permitted the horses to come forward. This had transpired so quick that Mr. Higdon had not had time to move before the horses were upon him, stepping upon his chest and side, breaking four of his ribs just over his heart, cutting his knee and head badly, and also internally injuring him. He was brought to town and his wounds dressed, and since has been in a critical condition. 20 Apr 1900--W. P. Mullens and wife, former residents of Higbee, but now of Carthage, MO, lost their twin babies, a boy and a girl, aged 11 months, from measles. Mr. Mullens came to Franklin Junction on last Saturday to bury the boy and while there, he received a telegram from Mrs. Mullens, stating that the girl could not possibly live. He reached home about the time the other child died, and again returned to Franklin Junction Tuesday morning with the remains for burial. They have been particularly unfortunate, having buried 4 children in less than 2 years. 20 Apr 1900--Thos. Wheeler died at his residence east of Higbee, Monday, April 16, 1900, of pneumonia, aged about 45 years. He leaves a wife and one child to mourn his loss. 20 Apr 1900--Mrs. L. Sly, nee Miss Dora Wheeler, died at Hallsville, MO, April 13, 1900, aged 21 years. In August 1898 she married L. Sly of this place, and six months ago they moved to Hallsville, MO, where she died. The remains were buried at Friendship church, Boone county. The News extends sympathy to the bereaved husband and relatives. 20 Apr 1900--Died, at the residence of his son, Jeptha Harris, six miles east of Higbee, last Sunday, April 15th, 1900, Wm. Harris, aged 73 years. 20 Apr 1900--The remains of Miss Susie E. Haynes, of Monroe City, who died at the Insane Asylum at Fulton, Tuesday, passed through here Wednesday en route home for interment. 20 Apr 1900--Born, on the 7th, to Ed Shook and wife, a son. 20 Apr 1900--Born, recently, to W. F. Baker and wife, a son. 20 Apr 1900--Anna May Ward, daughter of Edward and Mary Ann Ward, was born August 13, 1875, at Dubois, Ill, and died in Higbee, MO, April 12, 1900. She joined the Higbee Baptist church August, 1897. She was married to W. A. Lessley July 7, 1898. God blessed this union with a son, born Feb 22, 1900. It seems sad to us that the child is left without a mother and the young husband without the help and consolation of a devoted wife. But God knows best. "All things work for good to them that love the Lord." Besides the husband and son she leaves a father and mother, two brothers, and Ruby, an only sister, aged 9 years, The family, the church, the community, has lost a member, but let this sweet, sweet thought comfort us, that those who die in Christ we may meet in the glory land. Brief services were conducted at the home and the body laid to rest in the city cemetery. 20 Apr 1900--A difficulty occurred four miles north of Higbee late Wednesday evening between Geo. Adams and Fred Wheeler, which may cost the latter his life. From what we are able to learn Wheeler went to the residence of his sister, Mrs. Adams and slapped and abused her. This act enraged Mr. Adams and he procured a shot gun and fired at Wheeler, the contents taking effect in his arm and side. The wounds may prove fatal. We understand that Adams went to Moberly and gave himself up to the authorities. 20 Apr 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Earl, the 15-months-old child of J. T. and Lulu Sexton, died in Moberly the past week and was brought here for burial at Fair West. 20 Apr 1900--STURGEON ITEMS--Mrs. Agatha Kathan, mother of Mrs. John Stoltz, of this place, died in St. Louis April 8, 1900, of inflammatory rheumatism, aged 60 years. She was formerly Mrs. Adam Debus and resided here for many years. 20 Apr 1900--EBENEZER ITEMS--D. L. Barron received a letter from Ireland Monday this week informing him of the death of his mother, who died in that country March 9th, at the age of seventy-nine years. 27 Apr 1900--Died, of consumption, near Myers, Sunday, April 22nd, 1900. Chas Hursman, aged about 25. 27 Apr 1900--Charles A. Hursman died about 5 o'clock Sunday evening, April 23, 1900, at the residence of his mother, 8 miles south of here. He had been somewhat ailing for months but there was no real apprehension of danger, and he was able to engage in his usual work until a few days before death. He was under the care of Dr. McGee, of Burton. On Sunday eve his family believed he was sinking, and sent his brother to Higbee for further medical aid but he had left only a short time when Charley died. His remains were entered in the family burial grounds at Robb's cemetery 11/2 miles south of town, where a short service was conducted. The day was very wet but a large assembly of friends accompanied him to lay him to final rest. Charley was very well thought of by those who knew him, and we join with all in our sympathy for the mother, brothers and sisters. Death is always sad, but especially so when one is cut off in early manhood. Charley was 25 years of age on the 12th of last February. 27 Apr 1900--DEATH OF JOHN W. NEWBY--Born, in Madison county, KY, Sept 22, 1834, died at Kennett, MO, April 16, 1900, John W. Newby. He was first married to a Miss Wright, of his native county. Of the two children born to them, one, a daughter, survived until she was married to a Mr. Sanders, of Monroe county. She died about four years ago. He moved from Kentucky to Monroe county, MO, in 1866 and from there to Higbee, Randolph county, in 1876. In Aug 27, 1877, his first wife, having died several years previously, he was married to Mrs. Green, who survives him, the mother of Mrs. A. B. Mobley, Mrs. W. B. Gordon, of Kennett, Mrs. R. E. Sexton, of Malden and of Mrs. J. D. Marshall, of Clark, Mo. Mr. Newby served four years in the confederate army being a member of Morgan's famous Seventh Kentucky cavalry. Of this time about a year and a half was most unpleasantly spent in prison. At the age of 19, he became a member of the Christian church, and held to the faith during the balance of his life. He was made a Mason in Randolph county, about 15 years ago and for 21 years had been a member of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. He was for a long time a Select Knight in this order. He moved to Kennett, Missouri, about ten years ago and energetically worked at his trade, that of blacksmith, until physically disabled five years ago. Then he was first stricken with partial paralysis, but was able to get about until a year ago. He was city collector for a term ending in 1899. A week ago today, he was the third time attacked by paralysis, this time his entire body being involved. His malady was beyond human assistance. During his years of suffering he had heroically borne up and rarely complained. he was tenderly nursed by his good wife and step-daughters who loved him as they could only have loved their own father. The funeral occurred Tuesday afternoon, under direction of Kennett lodge, No 68, A. F. and A. M, the interment occurring at Oak Ridge cemetery. Religious services were conducted at the late home by Eld. Blaylock, of the Baptist church--Kennett Democrat. 27 Apr 1900--Mrs. Lulu Bagby, wife of B. F. Bagby, who went to St. Louis a short time ago for medical treatment, died at that place April 20, 1900, aged 37 years. Deceased leaves a husband, three small children and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Her remains were laid to rest Sunday in the Bagby family burying ground. 27 Apr 1900--Born, on the 20th, to Wm. Robb and wife, a daughter. 27 Apr 1900--Wilson Payne, col, of Fayette, died Thursday of last week in the Fulton insane asylum. 27 Apr 1900--Mrs. Thos. Pierce, who was stricken with paralysis sometime ago, continues very poorly. She is 89 years old, and her recovery is doubtful. 27 Apr 1900--Fred Wheeler, who was shot last week, an account of which appeared in the News, and who was thought to be fatally wounded, is improving and bids fair to recover. 27 Apr 1900--RUSSELL ITEMS--Married, near Burton, on April 22, 1900, Wm. Blansett, and Miss Susie Grapes. 27 Apr 1900--William, son of I. M. Carter, about 25 years old, was ordered sent to the insane asylum at Fulton, by the county court here Wednesday. The young man was sent there for insanity in 1897, and released as cured in 1898--Huntsville Herald. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.