3 May 1901--A NEW FAD--Just think of it. Women are going to ride astride. And, what may increase the shock to masculine modesty is, they are going to make riding astride one of the novelty features of a coming horse show. The fad originated in Boston, as a great many fads do. The young lady who will mother this daring innovation is the daughter of a prominent Boston physician. A long list of the names of women who will ride "scissors fashion" is published. Imagine, boys, if you can, your mothers, sisters and sweethearts coming galloping down the street some day, sitting astride a horse. The average American boy would blush with shame at such a sight. Of course the women have an excuse for adopting this extremely unlady-like mode of riding a horse. They always trump up an excuse when they want to imitate the masculine sex. They claim it is a good way to reduce their avoirdupois, but they should own up to the facts and admit that they are trying simply to become "mannish." It seems the desire of the woman of to-day to put away the purity and modesty our forefathers so much admired in the gentler sex and become as near a man as possible--Ex. 3 May 1901--B. F. Andrews, of Burton, has been appointed postmaster at that place to fill the vacancy caused by the removal of Robert Dougherty. 3 May 1901--Born, on April 26th, to J. D. Mattocks and wife, a son. 3 May 1901--Born, on April 27th, to Bud Goin and wife, a son. 3 May 1901--B. F. Owens, a prominent citizen of Sturgeon, died at that place Saturday, aged about 65 years. 10 May 1901--WILLIAMS' BODY FOUND IN RIVER--Wife Murderer Who Escaped Mob Met Quick Death--Drowned Near Brunswick.--From The Kansas City Times--Brunswick, MO, May 6--About 4 o'clock this afternoon, while Fred Laster and a Negro were fishing in Grand river, near Brunswick, they were attracted by the ghastly sight of a half decayed body of a well dressed man caught on the root of a tree. The boys notified Marshal Turner, who brought the body to town, where it was identified as that of Horace Williams, who escaped from a mob at that place on March 18. In his pockets was a letter and in his watch a perfectly preserved picture of the dead wife. The crime for which Williams was pursued was the murder of his wife, Emma Swain Williams, at their home near Forest Green March 14. At the time of Williams' escape the river was very high and the fugitive was twice traced by bloodhounds to the stream. Here it is supposed he plunged in, hoping to swim across. Since that time, stimulated by the vengeance of a large and influential family and by large rewards, strict search has been made all over the country. Sheriff Veatch signifies his willingness to pay the reward, as his offer was for the body dead or alive. 10 May 1901--Born, on the 5th, to John Davis and wife, a son. 10 May 1901--Born, on the 5th, to A. B. Guerin and wife, a daughter. 10 May 1901--Born, on the 10th, to John Stone and wife, a daughter. 10 May 1901--While at play Wednesday, Minnie, the little daughter of W. I. Williams had the misfortune to fall and break her arm. 10 May 1901--F. M. Daniel, of near Harrisburg, and Miss Gussie Nichols, daughter of Mrs. N. A. Nichols of near town, were married at the residence of and by Rev. Notley Magruder, in Howard county, on May the 3rd. The wedding was a secret affair and was a big surprise to their friends. The News wishes this young couple a happy life. 10 May 1901--On the first page of this issue will be found a dispatch taken from the Kansas City Times, telling of the finding in Grand river of the body of Horace Williams who was accused of murdering his wife near Glasgow about March 14th last, and who escaped from a mob at Brunswick. An additional dispatch says the body has been further identified by the gold filling in the teeth and the finding of $2.40 in the pockets of his clothing--the exact amount of money Williams is known to have had when he escaped. 10 May 1901--Married, May 9, 1901, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wales Campbell, Mr. Claud Avery and Miss Mertie Campbell, Eld. S. B. Naylor officiating. The News extends good wishes. 10 May 1901--Owing to the death of H. H. Jamison, which occurred at the residence of the editor last Thursday, the News is one day late this week. 10 May 1901--H. H. JAMISON DEAD--Harrison H. Jamison died at the residence of his son-in-law, W. H. Welch, in Higbee, on May 9, 1901, of general debility, aged 80 years, three months and seven days. Deceased had been in very feeble health for a number of years, and while it was thought his last sickness would prove fatal, death came rather unexpectedly as he had apparently rallied and was thought to be improving up to within a few hours preceding the summons. Deceased was born in Franklin county, Missouri, February 2, 1821, and at the age of eleven years removed with his parents to Polk county when that part of our great state was comparatively on the frontier, and his early life was that of the hardy pioneer. His father was a member of the first county court of Polk county, the first session of which was held in 1835. On Feb 25, 1845, deceased was married to Miss Sarah R. Montgomery, who survives him, but who is at present with a married daughter, Mrs. Anna L. Wither; of Denver, Colo, and who was prevented by reason of age and infirmity from being at his bedside in his last days. In 1858 and again in 1859 he was assessor Hickory county. In 1862 he was appointed sheriff of said county by Gov. Hamilton R. Gamble, and was afterwards elected to this office. In 1856 he became a member of the Missionary Baptist church and from that day until his death he remained a firm believer in God and His revelation. It can be said of him as it can, perhaps, of few, that in all his long and eventful eighty years he never had a personal encounter with a fellow man and was never engaged in a law suit. Five children survive him, as follows: Mrs. Anna L. Wither, of Denver, Col, Mrs. W. H. Welch, of Higbee, Mrs. C. W. Walker and John Jamison, of Wheatland, MO, and J. W. Jamison of Boonville. Brief funeral services were conducted at the residence Friday afternoon by Rev. J. E. Norvell, after which the remains were conveyed to the city cemetery and tenderly laid to rest to await the resurrection morn. Peace to his ashes! 10 May 1901--John M. Forest, who formerly lived in Higbee, died at his home in Sturgeon on May 1. He had many friends here who will regret to learn of his death. 17 May 1901--THOMAS-LAMBIER--Mr. David Thomas and Miss Maggie Lambier were quietly married Wednesday night at 8:30, May 15, 1901, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. M. Lambier, C. S. Rennison of the M. E. Church, officiating. Attendants, Mr. John Walton and Miss Elsie Lambier, sister of the bride. Only the immediate relatives were present. Elegant refreshments were bountifully served. The bride is a most estimable young lady. Her sunny disposition and industrious habits have won for her a host of friends. The groom came to Higbee from Bevier some time ago and has been a general favorite with both old and young. He is a young man of energy and promise. They were the recipients of many useful presents. The News joins their many friends in wishing them health, wealth and lifelong happiness. 17 May 1901--RUSSELL-DANIELS--The home of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Daniels was the scene of a delightful gathering Wednesday eve, May 15, 1901, the occasion being the marriage of their daughter, Miss Mary, to Mr. Chas. Russell. The home had been beautifully and appropriately decorated for the occasion, and at the appointed hour, in the presence of a host of friends and well wishes, Rev. C. S. Rennison of Fayette, in a very solemn and impressive manner, pronounced the words that made them one. The wedding supper, which followed, was a most sumptuous one, and thoroughly enjoyed by all. They were the recipients of many valuable and useful presents. To this most worthy young couple the News joins other friends in wishing a happy and prosperous journey through life. 17 May 1901--Ben Duglas, an aged gentleman living near the Randolph Springs, was killed at that place Sunday by a Wabash train. 17 May 1901--Married, near Huntsville, on May 9, 1901, Mr. Chas. Burton, formerly of this place, and Miss Ora Burton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Burton. The News extends good wishes. 24 May 1901--Died, on May 22, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Kinney. 24 May 1901--J. S. Bradley went hunting down in Howard county Saturday, and brought back with him 18 squirrels. 24 May 1901--Carl A. Beckman, a railroad hand was killed at Macon Tuesday while trying to board a freight train. 24 May 1901--Born, on the 22nd, to Alex Warford and wife, a son. 24 May 1901--Mathew Ray and Miss Cleora Maxfield, daughter of B. F. Maxfield of this place, drove over to Huntsville Saturday and were married. The News joins other friends in extending best wishes. 24 May 1901--Fred Burdott and Miss Katie Piggot both of Salisbury, were married in that city Wednesday, May 15, 1901, Rev. Father John Hennes, pastor of St. Joseph's Catholic church, tying the nuptial knot.--Keytesville Courier. Miss Piggott is a sister of Mrs. Wm. Burke of this place. 24 May 1901--Wm F. Elliott, one of the most prominent citizens of this county, died at his home in Moberly on May 18th, aged 64 years. He had been sheriff and collector for two terms when those offices were combined. He had been cashier of the Mechanics' Bank, and was its president for ten years. 24 May 1901--August Adler died at his home about five miles southeast of Higbee on Wednesday, May 22, 1901, of inflammation of the bowels and inflammatory rheumatism, aged about 45 years. Mr. Adler was a hard-working, honest, Christian gentleman, and besides leaving a wife, son and six daughters, leaves a host of friends to mourn his departure. The remains will be laid to rest to-day in the New Hope cemetery. To the bereaved ones the News tenders its sympathy. 24 May 1901--Mrs. Isaac Gross, a pioneer lady of Macon county, who would have reached the advanced age of 101 years on the 15th of next June, died at her daughter's home near cottage, Macon county. She was born in North Carolina in 1800, and came to Missouri in 1829, locating in Huntsville. One of Mrs. Gross' peculiarities for the past ten years was her great desire to attend funerals, and it is said that she was present at every one that occurred in the neighborhood. She had shrunk so that at the time of her death she only weighed forty pounds--Kansas City Times. 31 May 1901--Born, on May 26, to John Gorman and wife, a daughter. 31 May 1901--Mr. Frank Zaffke, a merchant of Baccus, Minn, and Miss Nannie Brasfield, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Brasfield of this place, were married in Minneapolis, Minn, Wednesday, May 29, 1901, from which place they proceed to accus, their future home. The News joins Miss Nannie's many Higbee friends and relatives in extending congratulations and best wishes for a long and happy life. 31 May 1901--Lincoln county was organized December 14, 1818, and the story of its naming is an interesting one. Major Christopher Clark, one of the first settlers, was a member of the legislature in 1818, and a genuine frontiersman. He was an earnest advocate of the establishment of Lincoln county. In a speech relating to the subject before the members of the legislature, he said: "Mr. Speaker, I'm in favor of the new county. I was born in Lincoln county, North Carolina. I lived a year or two in Lincoln county, Kentucky, and I want to live and die in Lincoln county, Missouri." His sentiments were loudly applauded and the county was organized and named as he desired. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.