Friday, 28 July 1916--BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION--Quite a number of friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Golden on Sunday, July 15, to celebrate Mr. Golden's 69th birthday. The gathering was a surprise to Mr. Golden, and the matter was not mentioned to him until the crowd began to gather and found him preparing to go to meeting at Locust Grove. There were eighty-one present, each family bringing ell filled baskets and dinner was spread on the lawn. After each one had partaken of the good things before them, some time was spent in making and serving ice cream, which was quite a tedious job for such a crowd. About 6 o'clock when the crowd began to talk of adjourning, the tables were again spread and each one enjoyed a hearty supper before returning home. Mr. and Mrs. Golden have ten children and twenty-three grandchildren, all of whom were present. The children presented Mr. Golden with a nice watch as a remembrance. Friday, 28 July 1916--Will S. Walton and wife are the proud owners of a big new Reo touring car, presented to them by the latter's father, H. T. Howerton, of Hurdland. Mr. Walton, accompanied by a demonstrator, went to St. Louis yesterday to drive the car through, and expects to arrive late today or early tomorrow. Friday, 28 July 1916--The infant son of Seymour Andrews and wife of south of town, died on the 21st. The parents have the sympathy of all. Friday, 28 July 1916--Born, on the 27th, to Alba Herron and wife, a son. Friday, 28 July 1916--Born, on the 22nd, to Kirby White and wife, a son. Friday, 28 July 1916--Born, on the 13th, to Arthur Roberts and wife, a daughter. Friday, 28 July 1916--Mrs. Wm. McMurdo left yesterday for Cambia, Wyo, to join her husband who has located at that place. Friday, 28 July 1916--Mrs. Annie Mooter of Hannibal and Roy Orton of Iowa, sister and son, respectively, of Geo. Orton, were called here the first of the week by the death of the latter's son, Charles. Friday, 28 July 1916--Born, on the 22nd, to Thos. Banning and wife, a son. Friday, 28 July 1916--Mrs. Sallie Irwin and son, George, of Princeton, Fla, were the guests of the former's brother and sister, L. Coleman and Mrs. T. C. Walton , during the week. Friday, 28 July 1916--Will Barron, while at work at the Walton mine Saturday, was caught between two coal cars and quite severely bruised. No bones were broken, but since the accident has navigated with the greatest difficulty. Friday, 28 July 1916--Charlotte, the baby daughter of Dr. C. F. Burkhalter and wife had her feet quite painfully bruised Tuesday. She was standing in a window, when the heavy sash fell, catching her feet. Fortunately no bones were broken. Friday, 28 July 1916--MRS. AGNES WRIGHT DEAD--Mrs. Agnes Wright, aged 83 years, died at the home of her son, G. D. Wright, in this place on Sunday, July 23, of general debility. Mrs. Wright, whose maiden name was Dodson, was born in Kentucky on Oct. 20, 1832, and was married in early life to Geo. W. Wright, who died many years ago. They were the parents of ten children, four of whom survive, viz: G. D. and Lee Wright, Mrs. Joe Sutliff and Mrs. Gertrude Richards. Funeral services were held Monday at the Christian church, of which deceased had been a member for many years, by Rev. J. A. Riney and interment made in the city cemetery. The News joins the community in condolence to the bereaved ones. Friday, 28 July 1916--Eugene Turner, one of Higbee's best colored boys, is back on the job at Murphy's after a "hobo" trip of three weeks in the East. The life was not what he thought it was, and when he ran out of money Eugene got a temporary job and wired for a ticket home. Friday, 28 July 1916--A LETTER FROM C. T. GILES--C. T. Giles writes us from Victor, Col., under date of the 17th: "You will no doubt be surprised to hear from me, but I thought it a very good time to surprise you, as things must be very dull at Higbee just now with so many men out of work, so you will find check for $2 on subscription. I will say that we are very well pleased here and are doing very well. All have the best of health and enjoy the best and most pleasant climate I was ever in, take it the year 'round and the mines seem to be quite prosperous. The mine I am working at, and where I have been since I have been here, paid $90,000 in dividends the last three months, so I don't think they will shut down as long as they can do that. Mrs. Giles has improved so much that I don't think she would even take a chance on coming back to Higbee long enough to make a visit. This climate has certainly made a wonderful change in her. Hoping this will find you all well, I remain, yours, etc." Friday, 28 July 1916--W. D. WELCH SERIOUSLY INJURED--W. H. Welch received word by mail Wednesday morning that his son, W. D. Welch, who has been working for the Santa Fe railroad in California for the past ten years, had been seriously hurt. The letter stated that he had been injured in a fall on the 16th and taken to the hospital at San Francisco and that his entire left side was paralyzed and face badly drawn and that he was suffering from a blood clot on the brain. We immediately wired as to his condition and were greatly relieved on receiving the following reply yesterday: "Welch's condition improving. There remains some paralysis of the arm and face, but leaving the leg. May not need operation." The letter gave no particulars as to how the accident happened, but we hope to hear full particulars in a few days. To Mr. Welch's friends, and the friends of the family, who have made anxious inquiry as to his condition and expressed their sympathy, we wish to return our since thanks. Friday, 28 July 1916--CHAS. ORTON DEAD--John Charles Orton, who had been suffering from typhoid fever for several weeks, and who was operated on for an abscess of the liver on the 14th, died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Orton, of near town at 5 p.m. Sunday July 23. Deceased was born in Higbee on October 10, 1901, and was therefore 14 years, 8 months and thirteen days old. He was a good boy and exceedingly popular not only with his playmates, but with all who knew him. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday by Rev. J. J. Copeland, pastor of the Methodist church, assisted by Rev. J. A. Riney, pastor of the Baptist church. The immense crowd present, despite the extremely hot weather, spoke most eloquently of the esteem in which he was held and of the deep sympathy felt for the parents and brothers and sisters. Interment was made in the city cemetery. Friday, 28 July 1916--(Kathy's notes: The Higbee Blues lost to Centralia 6-4.) Friday, 28 July 1916--MRS. JANE BRODIE DEAD--A dispatch was received Wednesday by Mrs. John Little informing her of the death, in Butte Mont., on Tuesday, of Mrs. Jane Brodie, and stated that the body, accompanied by a daughter, Mrs. Will Rankin, and granddaughter, Mrs. Opal Connard, would arrive in Higbee today or tonight. Until the arrival of the body no funeral arrangements can be made. Interment, we presume, will be made in the city cemetery. Mrs. Brodie was an old resident of this place, but had been in Butte for several years where she made her home. She was the widow of the late Joseph Brodie, and is survived by three children--Mrs. Lydia Brodie, Mrs. Wm. Rankin and Walter Brodie. She had many friends and acquaintances here who will learn of her death with deep sorrow. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 10 Nov 1911--In our rush to get to press last week, we failed to make mention of a flying visit paid Higbee by W. B. Ryle, a former citizen, of Canon City, Colo. Mr. Ryle and wife were called to Clifton by the death of the latter's mother, Mrs. Robert Minor, which occurred at her home near Thomas Hill on Oct 26. Mr. Ryle was here between trains on his way to Yates to visit relatives. He was looking well and is very much in love with the West. I think this family fits. W. B. RYLE was William Barlett RYLE and his mother - in - law was Josephine Sophia (HALE) MINOR. Steve Descendants of Robert Thomas MINOR Generation No. 1 1. ROBERT THOMAS3 MINOR (SAMUEL L.2, GEORGE H.1) was born April 09, 1845 in Owen, Kentucky, and died April 28, 1916 in Randolph County, Missouri. He married JOSEPHINE SOPHIA HALE December 13, 1866. She was born October 25, 1847 in Missouri, and died October 26, 1911 in Randolph County, Missouri. Children of ROBERT MINOR and JOSEPHINE HALE are: 2. i. LILY4 MINOR. ii. LULA ETHEL MINOR, b. October 30, 1880; d. May 16, 1962; m. DAVID ALBERT ALEXANDER, April 19, 1899; b. March 09, 1878. Generation No. 2 2. LILY4 MINOR (ROBERT THOMAS3, SAMUEL L.2, GEORGE H.1) She married WILLIAM BARTLETT RYLE June 20, 1886 in Missouri, son of WHITMILL RYLE and ELIZA TERRILL. He was born April 14, 1862 in Missouri, and died May 20, 1930. Child of LILY MINOR and WILLIAM RYLE is: i. WILLIE JOSPHINE5 RYLE, b. 1892.

Friday, 21 July 1916--(Kathy's notes: The Higbee Blues lost to Moberly 2-1.) Friday, 21 July 1916--MRS. J. W. SHAFER DEAD--The many friends and acquaintances of Mrs. J. W. Shafer were shocked beyond measure when the news was flashed over town Friday morning of last week that she had died at about 10 o'clock the evening before. While it was known that she had been dangerously ill, she had been pronounced a great deal better the day of her death, which came as a total surprise to the family as well as her physician, death having resulted from heart failure. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Sunday afternoon by the pastor Rev. L. M. White. The large crowd, which more than filled the church, dozens being turned away, spoke most eloquently of the esteem in which she was held, and of the sympathy felt for the family. Interment was made in the city cemetery. Besides her husband and three children, Mrs. Shafer leaves three brothers and four sisters. A more extended notice appears elsewhere in this issue. Friday, 21 July 1916--Lon Coleman went to Centralia Sunday to see a sister whom he had not seen in twenty-five years. She arrived from Florida the day before for a visit with relatives, and Mr. Coleman was so anxious to see here that he could not wait until she could come to Higbee. Friday, 21 July 1916--Leonard O'Donnell, who will removed to Harrisburg, Ill, will sell a lot of household goods at auction tomorrow. See list elsewhere. Friday, 21 July 1916--Born, on the 19th, to Ira Harriman and wife, a daughter. Friday, 21 July 1916--Mrs. Jas. Mooney orders her address changed from Novinger to Eugene, Oregon. Friday, 21 July 1916--Mrs. Byrd Burton orders the address of her paper changed from Clifton Hill to Moberly. Friday, 21 July 1916--Mrs. Robert Childres of Marshfield is the guest of her parents, T. D. Williams and wife. Friday, 21 July 1916--Miss Dora May Knight returned last week from a visit with her aunt, Mrs. R. A. Reynolds, of Inola, Ok. Friday, 21 July 1916--Roy Richards returned to Springfield, Ill, Sunday after an extended visit with his parents, Jas. Richards and wife. Friday, 21 July 1916--In a letter to the NEWS ordering his address changed from Summerton to Yuma, Arizona, D. H. Williams, asks to be remembered to all of his old friends. Friday, 21 July 1916--Charles, the 15-year-old son of Geo. Orton and wife, who has been suffering from typhoid, was operated on Saturday for abscess of the liver by Drs. Clapp, Dinwiddie and Burkhalter. He rallied nicely, but his condition was such a day or two following as to cause serious alarm. He was thought to be better at the hour of going to press. Friday, 21 July 1916--TONGATE-WILLIAMS--Mr. Thos. R. Tongate of Slater and Miss Nellie Williams of this place were married at the residence of the bride's parents in this place on Thursday, July 19, 1916, Rev. J. J. Copeland, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating, and left over the Alton at 1:45 for St. Louis. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williams and is one of Higbee's most winsome and popular young ladies, and numbers her friends by her acquaintances. The groom comes from one of Slater's best families and is one of the Alton' s most popular employees at that place. The NEWS joins in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 21 July 1916--IN LOVING MEMORY OF MRS. J. W. SHAFER--Higbee again loses a dear loving Christian wife and devoted and indulgent mother, a kind and thoughtful neighbor and friend. Oh, how hard it is for us to realize she has gone from us, never to return again and appear as in the days past and gone. Little did we think, two months ago, when she was "so tired," and the doctors thought it best for her to go to bed and stay for six weeks, that it would end this way. But she was confident of the fact that she was almost through with the trials and troubles of this world, and all during her illness talked with her dear husband and children in such a sweet confident way of what she would like for them to do. She knew they had no experiences of what was coming and so tried to help prepare them for the worst. She made all arrangements, even marking the songs she wanted sung at her funeral. Oh, how this did break their hearts and they tried to believe it couldn't be and tried to console and comfort her, and stood over her bed day and night and did everything in their power to save the dear life. She was perfectly willing and ready to go, but loved her family and said at noon the last day, "Oh, how glad I am that I have lived to hear the clock strike twelve again" And her daughter said, "Yes, mamma you'll live to hear it strike tonight." But she didn't. Too much cannot be said in eulogizing the character and reputation of this grand and noble Christian mother. She was never too busy and tired to attend any kind of religious service, and especially of her own church of which she was a leading member. She was always found, if not sick, at Sunday school, prayer meetings and Young People's meetings. She was one of our most loved interested members of the Ladies' Aid, always ready to do her part. She was so anxious this spring about the papering of our church and the new carpet, was one of the first and last workers when the carpet was finished; and expressed herself as being so proud of her church. and to think that she was the first to be called home to rest where there is no toil. She will certainly be missed because of her regular attendance and devoted interest. But we shall always keep her image in our minds and reverence it as dearly beloved. Nannie Elizabeth Neal was born January 14, 1869, in Boone county, Mo. and died in Higbee July 13, 1916. She was married to J. W. Shafer on Sept 7, 1887. She leaves a husband who was perfectly devoted to her and was ever ready and willing to assist her in every way. He seems heartbroken when the fact enters his mind that he will never enjoy the presence of his true and loving wife again. He will miss her more than any one else, for she had been his life's companion and deserves much credit in the raising of their three devoted children, May W., Mrs. Wm. Hackward and Miss Freta. They, who like their father and mother, number their friends by their acquaintances, and who were the delight of their parents, it is hard for them to realize the fact that mother is gone, never to be in the family circle, again, never to greet them at the door when they come home; no mother to see to the necessities that made life pleasant for her only son, May. No mother to write those sweet comforting letters to Nettie when she returns to her home in St. Louis. No mother to accompany little Freta to Sunday School, B. Y. P. U. and other places of pleasure at which they were constant companions. No wife to accompany Mr. Shafer to the many pleasures they would seek and no wife to sit by the fireside while the children are out seeking other pleasures. But, dear father and children, be content, as she would have you be, and bear in mind she has preceded you a few short years and is waiting at the great white throne in heaven to welcome and embrace you. She united with the Higbee Baptist church in 1902 under the pastorate of Rev. L. M. White, and it is remembered when she made her confession she said she was converted in her home when she lived at Elliott, but had no opportunity to join her church until she moved to Higbee soon after. But isn't it a sweet thought, a blessed heart knowledge, that God has so made us that those of us who say with the Son, "Father, not my will, but Thine be done," can yield through the entreaties of time those things which are earth to earth, however dear and precious they may be, and cling, with faith born of Christ, to the strong cord of love that stretches from the low vales of earth to the high peaks of heaven? to the dear bereaved husband and children this is a consolation that can in a short while turn repining into rejoicing, for time teaches us, too surely, of how little need this world has for any one of us, and when one is ready to go of what need is there for delay? Mother said she was ready and fully prepared with a guide book from her Savior and a passport into his kingdom. And may we not confidently believe that at the other end there swings a celestial light from the arch of that straight gate which lit up that "narrow way" for her which "leadeth unto life." A FRIEND. Friday, 21 July 1916--COMBS-BRODIE-- "Married, at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning, July 11, 1916, at the home of D. W. Smith, 716 West North Grand avenue, the Rev. H. H. Ford, pastor of the Elliott Baptist church, officiating, Johnson E. Combs 1139 bond street, and Mrs. Nancy Brodie, 549 Elliott avenue. The couple were attended by George Brodie, son of the bride, and Miss Ella Smith. After a short wedding trip to Les Cheneaux, Mich, they will be at home at 1139 Bond street." The above, from a Springfield, Ill, paper, will be read with interest by Higbee people, the bride being a former resident of this place, and her many friends join the NEWS in best wishes. Mr. Combs we learn, is one of Springfield's wealthy men and one of the city's largest property owners. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 14 July 1916--FESTIVE DAY AT SCENE OF TRAGEDY--Russell Cutright reports an unusual sight at Moberly Monday, when the drowning of a man brought out the city and caused street vendors to get into the action. The tragedy occurred in Forest Park Lake, Friday night, and a professional diver from Kansas City was procured to locate the body. The deep water search brought all Moberly to the streets and the day took on the aspect of a holiday more than that of tragedy. Refreshment stands were set up and soda pop and sandwiches dispensed to the crowd as it watched the diver at work.--Paris Appeal. Friday, 14 July 1916--MRS. PRISCILLA THOMPSON DEAD--Mrs. Priscilla Thompson, 82 years of age died at 8:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Moberly, 703 Franklin St. The surviving relatives are two daughters, "Mrs. Thompson" Mrs. Elizabeth Dougherty of Granite City, Ill.; four sons; N. M. Thompson, of near Moberly; John C. Thompson, and W. C. Thompson, of Marceline, and U. M. Thompson of near Burton; one, sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Avery, of the vicinity of Higbee; a number of grandchildren and four brothers: James Williams, near Fayette; John Williams, Kansas City; David H. Williams, and Neriah G. Williams, California. Mrs. Thompson was a fine Christian lady who belonged to the Christian Church. She was one of the brave pioneer women who helped to make this section of the country one of the best places for homes and for home making. A devoted mother and sister, she was true and loyal to her friends and her going away leaves wounds in many hearts. Friday, 14 July 1916--Through an oversight last week we failed to make mention of a very serious accident which happened to Mrs. Thos. Reed at Rennolds Park on the 2nd, following the Higbee-Mexico ball game. As usual, the crowd made a rush for the gates when the game was over, and Mrs. Reed, seeing a little child between two automobiles, attempted to get it out of danger when she herself was caught between the machines. One of the cars was moving north and the other backing west to the road to turn around. She was hurried home when it was found that both hips had been knocked out of place and that she had been otherwise severely bruised, and it was at first feared that she had been internally injured. She has since been doing nicely, we are pleased to state, and will be able to be up and around in a few days more. It was indeed a close call, and all who witnessed it do not understand how she escaped with her life. Friday, 14 July 1916--John Cooper and Edwin Cave were up before Police Judge Elgin, Monday, charged with speeding their autos inside the city limits the day before. They pled guilty but stated that they had no intention of violating the city ordinance, and were probably driving faster than they thought. After securing pledges from them that they would be more careful in the future, Mr. Elgin dismissed them with a short lecture, but with the promise that a repetition of the offense would draw a good stiff fine. Many complaints have been made of late about speeding and the city officials say the practice must stop. Friday, 14 July 1916--Born, on the 8th, to Ernest Ancell and wife, a son. Friday, 14 July 1916--Born, on the 7th, to Ernest Dinwiddie and wife, a son. Friday, 14 July 1916--The infant son of Robt. Sharp and wife died on the 12th. Interment was made at Clark. Friday, 14 July 1916--Robert Kilgore and wife of near Armstrong are the guests of the latter's parents, S. E. Dougherty and wife, of south of town. Friday, 14 July 1916--Mrs. C. R. Griffith of Fulton was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Lee Thomason, during the week. Friday, 14 July 1916--John S. Bogie spent several days last week in Howard county with his daughter, Mrs. Ernest Dougherty. Friday, 14 July 1916--Foster Enochs and wife left Monday for Sedalia where Mr. Enochs has secured employment in the Katy shops. Friday, 14 July 1916--Miss Lucile Fullington, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Fullington, of near town, is the owner of a new Derivas & Harris piano. She is also a new student in music under Prof. J. T. Gray of Huntsville. Friday, 14 July 1916--Mrs. Daniel C. Magruder, aged about 50 years, died at her home southeast of town on Tuesday, July 11, after an illness of several weeks. She is survived by her husband. Interment was made at Old Log Chapel. Friday, 14 July 1916--Born, on July 13, to Marvin Brockman and wife, a son. Friday, 14 July 1916--Miss Eunice Nichols, accompanied by Miss Maude Adkins of Marshall, left Thursday for a month's visit with friends in Colorado. Friday, 14 July 1916--Owing to a breakdown of our press and a rush of advertising at the last moment, several local items have to be omitted this week. Friday, 14 July 1916--Francis Newman, the latest addition of the Higbee Concert Band and Miss May Evans of this place were married in Moberly on the 8th by Rev. E. Y. Keiter. Congratulations. Friday, 14 July 1916--Mr. Arthur Blansett and Miss Barbara Kassel, two well known and popular young people of this place, were united in marriage in Moberly on Tuesday, July 11, by Judge Everett Hamilton. The NEWS joins in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 14 July 1916--Sunday last was a big day at the home of Mrs. A. G. Atkins of this place, it being her 72nd birthday. The occasion was fittingly celebrated by a big dinner out on the lawn. Relatives and friends to the number of 100 or more were present, and all thoroughly enjoyed the day. Friday, 14 July 1916--Mrs. Louella M. Brown, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Ernest Brook of near Moberly, was visiting friends and looking after her interests here Thursday. She will leave Saturday for Duluth, Minn, where she will spend the summer with her son, Dr. F. F. Clark. She is looking forward to a delightful visit, for aside from the pleasure of being with her son and family she will escape the intense heat, which is all but roasting people here. Friday, 14 July 1916--(Kathy's notes: The Higbee Blues beat the Columbia team, 5-2. Sunday's victory placed Higbee in second place behind Mexico.) Friday, 14 July 1916--TO AUTOMOBILE OWNERS--Complaints having been made of reckless and fast driving the city limits by autoists, notice is hereby given that the city ordinance regarding same will be enforced to the letter from this date. All drivers who drive their cars faster than fifteen miles per hour, or fail to sound horns when approaching crossings or passing teams going in the same direction, or who fail to have both front and rear lights burning 30 minutes after sundown, will be arrested and fined. Ignorance of the law excuses no one, so if you do not know what it is, better look it up. W. L. Williams City Marshall Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 7 July 1916--MYERS ITEMS--A debate was held at Baldridge school house Saturday night on the subject of women's rights. The negatives won. J. L. Dougherty was chairman, and the judges were Misses Nannie Ancel, Opal Avery and Mabel Harris. Affirmatives--Mrs. Whitehurst, Misses Clara Ancel and Miss Beulah Dougherty. Negative--Misses Jewel and Katie Dougherty and Dempsy Randall. J. C. Williams was called to Moberly on the 4th by the illness of his sister. J. L. and G. F. Dougherty with their families celebrated the 4th with their father, J. H. Dougherty. Friday, 7 July 1916--Joe E. Jones, who has had a good position in one of the best and biggest banks at Independence since he moved to that place from Higbee a year or so ago, spent the week here with his brother, Isaac, and family, and other relatives and friends, coming from Chillicothe where he spent the first of his two week's vacation. Having spent the most of his life in old Higbee, Joe is naturally interested in everything that interests Higbee people, and knowing of the Lozier-Rucker race for congress in this district, made some inquiries as to the probable outcome of the race while at Chillicothe. He informs us that all with whom he talked seemed to think that Lozier had the nomination salted down, and that the only question was as to the size of his majority. He stated that most of those with whom he talked stated that they believed Rucker had been honored long enough and that it was time to pass the honor around. Mr. Jones reports his parents as being well, but stated that his father was not quite as active as formerly and that he had lost the sight of one eye entirely. His father, he stated, was a great admirer of Hughes, the republican nominee for president, and would vote for him even if he had been the nominee on the socialist ticket, for the reason that Justice Hughes ' father, who was a Welshman, and a coal miner until he entered the ministry, was born in the same town in Wales as himself. Friday, 7 July 1916--Mrs. John Harriman is visiting in Illinois. Friday, 7 July 1916--Born, on the 4th, to Jno. Smith and wife, a son. Friday, 7 July 1916--Born, on the 1st, to Robert Gruber and wife, a daughter. Friday, 7 July 1916--Mrs. J. R. Herbertson of McKeysport, Pa, is the guest of her parents, Wm. Egly and wife. Friday, 7 July 1916--W. H. Bird and wife of Leavenworth, Kan., are the guests of their daughter, Mrs. John Egly. Friday, 7 July 1916--J. Edgar Smith is driving a big new Buick, purchased last week. He traded his old car in on the deal. Friday, 7 July 1916--A. T. Burton is the proud owner of a new Studebaker touring car, purchased Friday through Andrews & Burton. Friday, 7 July 1916--Jodie Douglass returned to Kansas City Sunday after a short visit with his parents, Joel Douglass and wife, of near Rucker. Friday, 7 July 1916--W. S. Walton and family left Monday for Hurdland, for a week's visit with Mrs. Walton's parents, H. T. Howerton and wife. Friday, 7 July 1916--Mrs. Wiley Crews, aged about 60 years, died at her home near Harrisburg Friday of last week, following a short illness. She is survived by her husband and two children. Interment was made at Harrisburg. Friday, 7 July 1916--Messrs Rankin & Solberg inform us that, beginning next week, they will operate the picture show but two nights a week--Wednesday and Saturday. Friday, 7 July 1916--Miss Nina Williams, who has a good position with the telephone company in Springfield, Ill, came home Monday for a month's visit with her parents, W. I. Williams and wife. Friday, 7 July 1916--Misses Bertha Andrews, Lillian Manuel and Elizabeth Hudson, who are attending the summer school at the state Normal at Kirksville, spent the Fourth with the home folks. Friday, 7 July 1916--Mrs. Stella Robb, widow of the late Jonas Robb, and A. P. Kellen of Drexel, Cass county, were married in Moberly on the 5th at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. W. A. Simmons. Friday, 7 July 1916--Glen, the 14-year-old son of A. Carson formerly of this place, while playing with a blank cartridge pistol at his home in Huntsville on the 3rd, shot his 11-year-old sister. One eye was put out and it is said there is little hope of saving the other one. Friday, 7 July 1916--Jake Williams and wife and Mrs. A. E. Avery were called to Moberly Wednesday by the illness of the latter's sister, Mrs. Prescilla Thompson, who makes her home with a daughter, Mrs. Ben Moberly. Her recovery is not hoped for. Friday, 7 July 1916--D. L. BARRON DEAD--Daniel L. Barron, one of Higbee's old and highly respected citizens, died at his home in this place at 8 o'clock Wednesday morning, July 5, following an illness of a year or more, the immediate cause of his death being dropsy, with which he had been afflicted for several months. While his death was looked for, it came as a great shock to his family and friends, as he appeared a great deal better the day before, and especially on the morning of his death, when he was much more cheerful and ate a hearty breakfast. Mrs. Barron had just left his bedside when she heard him gasp, and rushing back to the bed found that he was dead. Mr. Barron was in 73rd year. He was born at Killebegs, Donegal, Ireland, October 31, 1483 (Kathy's notes: I think they meant 1843). He came to America in 1861, and to Randolph county in 1872, where he resided until about ten years ago, when he moved to Inola, Ok. He was married on December 26, 1875, to Miss Fannie E. Maxfield. They were the parents of thirteen children, all of whom, with the mother, survive, viz: John, Taylorville, Ill.; Benj., Slater; Mrs. Geo. Shackleton, Montana; Mrs. Maggie Cornelius, St. Joseph; Mrs. Mamie Wilkingson, Mrs. Hugh Mooney, Mrs. Will Sperry, James, Emmett, Will, Francis, Bryan and Miss Della Barron of this place. Funeral services will be held at the Methodist church, of which deceased had long been a member, by the pastor, Rev. J. J. Copeland, today at 2 o'clock and interment made in the City Cemetery. In the death of Mr. Barron his family loses a kind and loving husband and father and the community an upright and honored citizen. The NEWS joins the community in condolence to the bereft. Friday, 7 July 1916--(Kathy's Notes: I am transcribing the following, because it marked a migration from the town of Higbee, in search of jobs. Many of these men left for my home town of Marissa, Illinois, but some went to Iowa, some to Wyoming, and others went to places unknown to me.)--MINE NO. 11 CLOSES--Like a bolt from a clear sky came the news Friday of last week that the Northern Central Co's mine here, known as No. 11, would close down Monday of this week, which day was put in by the men in squaring up their places and removing their tools. While the announcement came unexpectedly, it created no great surprise, as it has been the general belief for a long time that the mine has been a losing proposition form the day it was opened, and the wonder to many has been that the company did not shut it down long ago. Its closing will be a severe blow to Higbee, but not as great as it might be, for the property owners among the 360 men thrown out of the employment will be able to secure work at the mine of the Walton Coal Co, in the course of a few weeks, or as soon as increased trade will justify the employment of additional men. No one knows, not even Jas. W. Marshall, general auditor of the company in charge of the office here, whether the mine is to be reopened or not. The general impression is that it is closed for good. About the only hope anyone has for its reopening is in the fact that Floyd Moore and L. McElhany of the office force have been given a lay off of sixty days. We understand, but not from an authoritative source, however, that the company will make an effort to get a better price for their product from the Alton, their chief customer, failing in which the mine will be abandoned. Pete Walker, engineer, and Jas. Rankin, top boss, have been retained as watchmen to look after the property. Friday, 7 July 1916--Jesse H. White, son of Rev. L. M. White of Fayette, formerly pastor of the Baptist church at this place, was drowned in the Wabash reservoir at Moberly Friday night of last week. He swam across the lake once and started to swim back, but got a cramp in his foot and returned to the bank. After a rest of a few minutes he again started to swim back, and that was the last seen of him. After waiting for his return about half an hour, two companions who had accompanied him to the lake, one of whom did not go into the water, gave the alarm. The search for the body has since been kept up, but without success. A professional diver has been employed and has spent several hours every day under the water, and dynamite in large quantities has also been exploded in the hope of bringing the body to the surface. Friday, 7 July 1916--(Kathy's notes: The Higbee Blues beat the Mexico team, 4-3.) Friday, 7 July 1916--Mrs. P. W. Warford is seriously ill at the home of her son, Asa, near town, and her recovery is not expected. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 30 June 1916--We publish a likeness of B. Earl Cowherd (Kathy's notes: the photo was very dark), who is making an active campaign for prosecuting attorney. He was born near Santa Fe, Monroe county, of Virginia and Kentucky stock, and is a grandson of the late Benj. E. Cowherd, for whom he was named. His father, Jno. McNutt Cowherd, is a nephew of the late Dr. John McNutt, of Middle Grove, who was the family physician of many of the pioneers of this county. Earl Cowherd began life on his own resources as a teacher at 17, and after teaching five terms of school took a four-year course at the university of Missouri, where he graduated from the law department in June, 1909. He passed the state bar examination and was admitted to practice six months before his graduation. After graduation he chose Moberly as his location and began the practice of law here, moving to Huntsville in September 1912. If elected we will again have an opportunity to welcome him and wife as citizens of Moberly. He has never before sought or held public office, except one term as city attorney of Huntsville, where he was elected two years ago by a vote of 429 to 173 over his opponent. Friday, 30 June 1916--The following from a distance attended the funeral of Daniel Jones here Saturday: John and Evan Mandry, and John Thomas, Huntsville; David Davis, Vandalia; Geo. Hill and wife, Bevier, and John Barron and wife, Novinger. Friday, 30 June 1916--A. J. Kirby and wife left Wednesday for Colorado Springs, where they will spend the summer. Mr. Kirby has decided to quit farming, for a time at least, and will sell a lot of personal property at his farm on July 6th, a list of which can be seen elsewhere. Friday, 30 June 1916--P. D. HATFIELD DEAD--The many Higbee friends and acquaintances of P. D. Hatfield, who removed to Los Angeles, Calif, some four or five years ago, will be pained to learn of his death, which occurred at his home in that city on June 20th after an illness of only five days. Interment was made at Des Moines, Ia., his old home, from which city he moved to Higbee. Friday, 30 June 1916--MYERS ITEMS--Born, on the 25th, to Isadore Brown and wife, a son. Friday, 30 June 1916--Dr. and Mrs. T. H. Walton and W. R. Pattrick and wife, made a trip Sunday in the doctor's new Paige touring car of one hundred and sixty-five miles. Five counties and sixteen towns in thirteen and one half hours. Stopping at Sturgeon to see friends, Mexico and colleges and schools of Mexico. At Fulton had an efficient guide in the person of an old acquaintance of Doctor Walton, who pointed out all the different state institutions, colleges and schools. Finding Fulton a most interesting as well as a very pretty place, around the campus and among the many buildings of the state university of Columbia, through scenery to Rockport on to Fayette. Eat breakfast in Randolph County, dinner in Audrain, supper in the yard of the oldest church in Howard County, Ashland, an elegant little brick edifice erected two years ago. The entire trip made without accident, or discomfort of any kind, whatever. Friday, 30 June 1916--W. H. Welch has been quite sick for the past week, being confined to his bed most of the time. Friday, 30 June 1916--According to the Fayette Advertiser, Howard County has 373 automobiles. Friday, 30 June 1916--Joe B. Jones is sporting a big Wyllis Knight car, purchased Friday. Friday, 30 June 1916--Mrs. Samuel Taylor, of Lafayette, Colo, who was called here several weeks ago by the serious illness of her father, Wm. Hackward, returned home Tuesday. Friday, 30 June 1916--Mrs. J. W. Shafer, who has been critically ill for the past ten days, and who has been under the care of a trained nurse for the past week, was reported no better yesterday. Friday, 30 June 1916--Misses Mary and Nelle Hillings, of Kansas City, are the guests of their parents, P. Hillings and wife. Friday, 30 June 1916--Caleb Edwards of Moberly was the guest of his son, Ben L. Edwards, and wife the first of the week. Friday, 30 June 1916--Francis, little son of J. T. Randolph, is the happiest little boy in all the county, his uncle, F. M. Randolph, of Moberly, having given him a Shetland pony and cart this week. Friday, 30 June 1916--S. C. Blythe left Wednesday for Victor, Colo., for a visit with his daughter, Mrs. C. T. Giles, and where he will likely locate permanently. He carries with him the best wishes of a host of friends. Friday, 30 June 1916--Travis Magruder made a hurried call on Dr. C. F. Burkhalter yesterday morning, having been painfully bitten on the leg by a bull dog belonging to Thomas Towles. About the time the doctor got through dressing the wound Rev. J. A. Riney came rushing into his office for the same kind of treatment, a dog having bitten him while he was on his way to town from the country. Friday, 30 June 1916--Through an oversight last week we failed to mention the wedding of Allen Harris, one of Higbee's most popular and steady young men, and Miss Hazel Matthews of Moberly, which occurred in that city on the 15th at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. Broadhurst. The bride comes from one of Moberly' s best families and was one of that city's prettiest and most popular young ladies. The NEWS joins other friends in best wishes. Friday, 30 June 1916--(Kathy's notes: the Higbee Blues beat the Paris, Missouri team, 8-1.) Friday, 30 June 1916--Joe B. Jones this week purchased the Sandidge lot, next to the residence of Mrs. Martha Harlow, from Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie for $1000. Mr. Jones informs us that he will begin the erection of a modern bungalow just as soon as possible. Friday, 30 June 1916--MRS. ALBERT ROBB CRITICALLY ILL--Mrs. Albert Robb, who has been dangerously ill for the past week, was not better at the hour of going to press, and very little hope of her recovery is entertained. Friday, 30 June 1916--Sunday, June 25th, was a very enjoyable day at the home of James Dougherty of northwest of town, it being his 45th birthday, and the occasion was fittingly celebrated with a big dinner served on the lawn, under the shade of the many beautiful trees. Friends, relatives and neighbors to the number of sixty were present, but for lack of room we can not give their names. the day was thoroughly enjoyed by all and late in the afternoon all departed, wishing Mr. Dougherty many happy returns of the day. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 23 June 1916--ROY ADAMS IS BOUND OVER--The preliminary hearing of Roy Adams, a farmer, charged with embezzlement by bailee of $1,300, was held in Judge A. C. Gladney's court this morning. the state was represented by Attorney W. P. Cave, and attorneys Whitecotton & Wight looked after the interests of the defendant. After hearing the evidence, Judge Gladney bound Mr. Adams over for trail at the September term of court at Huntsville, fixing his bond at $2,500. Mr. Adams gave bond and was released. The young man, it is charged, took a check for $1,300 which was given to him to cash for another man and is alleged to have kept the money. He declares that he has done nothing wrong, and that he had not taken any money which does not belong to him. the man who gave him the check filed a complaint against him on Saturday. Friday, 23 June 1916--BURTON-CALDWELL--Mr. Joseph W. Burton of this place and Miss Ruby Caldwell of Moberly were united in marriage in the Central Christian Church at Moberly Thursday evening, June 15, 1916, the pastor, the Rev. B. L. Smith, officiating. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Walton Burton of this place, who were married by the same minister and in the same church four years ago. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. M. Caldwell of Moberly but has always made her home with an aunt in Sturgeon, and is well known here, where she frequently visited her sister, Mrs. Roy Dennis. She is a young lady of culture and refinement and is popular with all who know her. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Medley Burton of this place and is one of Higbee's most popular and deserving young men, and holds a good position in the furniture store of Oldaker & Walker. That their path may be filled with sunshine and roses is the wish of the NEWS. Friday, 23 June 1916--BIRTHDAY DINNER--The 72nd birthday anniversary of John Barton and the 37th anniversary of his son, Wm. K., was celebrated at the home of the former near Myers on Sunday, June 18. All the children except one were present, as were relatives and friends to the number of 65. Each brought a well-filled basket, and a feast fit for a king was a result. One of the pleasant surprises to Mr. Barton, senior, was to find as many pieces of silver money under his plate as he was years old. The afternoon was most pleasantly spent and at a late hour the guests departed, each wishing father and son many happy returns of the day. Those present: John Newman and wife, W. F. Williams and family, Willard Edwards and family, W. K. Dougherty and family, J. H. Mobley and family, Gibson Dougherty and family, Jeff Eaton, Edna McKinsely, W. L. Barton and family, Joe Barton and family, John Barton, Jr., and wife, Stewart Harris and family, Logan Cribb and family, Jas. White and family, Mrs. D. H. Williams, Sam Foley and family and Jesse Comstock, Jr. A GUEST. Friday, 23 June 1916--BRADLEY-LEWIS--On last Sunday evening, June 18, Jesse Bradley and Miss Ethel Lewis drove over from Yates to the home of J. H. Bradley, the officiating minister, and in the presence of several friends and relatives were united in the bonds of matrimony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bluford Lewis of Yates, and is a Christian lady of culture and refinement. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hilbert Bradley of near Rucker. They will make their home near Yates. May theirs be a life of sunshine, happiness and bliss. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mr. Cleveland Sweezer and Miss Hazel Lewis, two popular young people of this place, were united in marriage in Moberly on Saturday, June 17, 1916. We could not learn the name of the officiating minister. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 23 June 1916--Ed Hilton of near town was kicked in the face Monday by a horse and had several teeth knocked out. Friday, 23 June 1916--Dr. J. T. Wood of Harrisburg was shaking hands with old Higbee friends Wednesday, being here to meet his son, Orville, and family of Kansas city, who came down to spend several weeks. Mr. Wood has been teaching in the public schools of Kansas City for several years. Friday, 23 June 1916--Dr. E. R. Adams of Kirksville, who located here about a year ago for the practice of dentistry last week sold his practice to Dr. M. C. Herron of Kansas City, and left Wednesday for La Plata where he will locate. Dr. Herrin, who is expected here in a few days , comes highly recommended. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mrs. Elizabeth Eutsey of Hamilton, Ia., who is visiting her son, Walter Sly, and other Higbee relatives, was a pleasant caller at this office Friday. She advanced her subscription to 1917 and made us feel good by stating that she couldn't get along without the good old NEWS. Friday, 23 June 1916--Joe Neeley and Will Elliott, recently released by the Blues, left Thursday of last week for Hopkinsville, Ky., where they have secured berths at good salaries on the team at that place, which is a member of the Kitty league. Friday, 23 June 1916--MYERS ITEMS--Mrs. J. C. Williams is reported in poor health. John Dennis and wife and Mrs. Eliza Rennolds visited the latter's son, Geo. Rennolds, Saturday and Sunday. John H. Dougherty and wife, G. F. Dougherty and family and Noah Frazier visited at Geo. Rennolds' Sunday. Miss Elsie Franklin, who was visiting her sister, Mrs. John Ware, of Moberly, was taken suddenly ill and her parents had to go after her and bring her home. She is some better now. A debate was held at Baldridge school house Saturday night. The subject was "Country or City Life." The affirmative side, or those for the city life, won. Another debate will be held in two weeks. Subject, "Resolved, that Woman's Rights Are Now Necessary or Essential to the Progress of the American Government." Everyone is invited to attend. Friday, 23 June 1916--N. J. Fowler was a caller at the NEWS office Wednesday and informed us that if we didn't have some summer weather soon he would have to dig out for Hot Springs again, as rheumatism, which had him bound hand and foot a year or so ago, is again troubling him. He says he finds it a hard matter to keep warm, although he is still wearing his heavy winter flannel. Friday, 23 June 1916--Chas. Ketchum, who has been in poor health for some time, left here Wednesday for Colorado Springs with his family where they will locate permanently should the change prove beneficial to Mr. Ketchum. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mrs. P. W. Warford is quite sick at the home of her son, James. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mrs. Hattie Farrah and sister, Miss Laura Bottoms, visited at Darksville during the week. Friday, 23 June 1916--Sixteen divorces were granted in circuit court at Moberly last Saturday. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mrs. S. M. Metcalf of Moberly was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Fowler, during the week. Friday, 23 June 1916--DAN JONES DEAD--It becomes the sad duty of the NEWS to again have to chronicle the passing of another old neighbor and friend--Daniel Jones, who died at his home in this place at 6:20 p.m., Wednesday, June 21, 1916, after an illness of about a year from a complication of diseases. Mr. Jones was born at Aberdare, South Wales, on August 4, 1849. He was married to Miss Mary Jane Edwards of Aberdare on Nov 8, 1875. They were the parents of three children, one of whom died in infancy. the surviving children are Evan Jones and Mrs. Isaac Jones, both of this place. Mr. Jones came to the United States in 1886, locating in Boone county, this state, a year later moving to Higbee where he had since resided. And the town never boasted a better citizen, for he proved himself a kind and loving husband and father and was all that a neighbor and friend ought to be. He was a very quiet and unassuming man and came as near attending strictly to his own business at all times as any man we ever knew. He was looked upon by all as one of our most substantial and solid citizens, and in his death the town has suffered a distinct loss. To the aged wife and the children the warmest sympathy of all goes out. Funeral services will be held at the home tomorrow at 2 p.m. and interment made in the city cemetery, the services at the grave likely being in charge of the Odd Fellows, of which order Mr. Jones had been a member for many years. Friday, 23 June 1916--Ed Hall and wife of Slater were here Sunday, the guests of the latter's parents, David Davis and wife. Friday, 23 June 1916--Marvin, the 17 year old son of T. M. Sowers, while out hunting the first of the week, accidently shot himself through the foot with a target rifle. Friday, 23 June 1916--Mrs. C. S. Yancey died at her home near Armstrong on the 19th, after a protracted illness. She was 72 years old. Interment was made at Marshall. Friday, 23 June 1916--W. J. Pemberton, one of Howard county's best known and substantial citizens, died at his home near Armstrong on the 17th. He was about 75 years old. Friday, 23 June 1916--Jas. Proctor, who recently sold his residence in the east part of town to Tyre Burton, moved to the Whitmore property in the southeast part of town. Friday, 23 June 1916--Ed Palmer of Roodhouse, Ill., was here the first of the week visiting his mother, who is quite sick at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Will Baker, of near Yates. Friday, 23 June 1916--Thos. Mullier and Mrs. Evelyn Bolton, both of this place were united in marriage in Moberly Saturday, but by whom we could not learn. The NEWS joins their many friends in congratulations. Friday, 23 June 1916--John Goin and John Harriman, who spent several days on a fishing trip near Glasgow last week, have the thanks of the News for a liberal part of their catch. Friday, 23 June 1916--Bud Goin and family and Frank Goin and wife spent Monday on a fishing trip near Forest Green. They report an abundance of fish, and have our thanks for a liberal supply of their catch. Friday, 23 June 1916--Oscar Solberg, who has held a good position in the offices of the Sheridan Coal Co., at Acme, Wyo., for several years, is the guest of his father, N. P. Solberg, and other relatives and friends. Friday, 23 June 1916--Wm. Mooney, charged with drunkenness and of abuse of his family and of threatening them with a knife, drew a three month's jail sentence when his case was called in Justice Magruder's court Tuesday. The sentence should have a salutary effect, but if not should be doubled for the next offense. Friday, 23 June 1916--(Kathy's notes: The Higbee Blues won over Centralia, 1-0.) Friday, 23 June 1916--A NEW LITTLE GIRL IN HEAVEN--Death has again entered a happy home in Higbee and ruthlessly taken a sweet child, little Clara Pearl, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sunderland, who died shortly after 9 o'clock Saturday night, of diphtheria. Her sickness was very short, and all that loving parents and relatives could do was done to save this little bud, but to no avail. She was born June 19, 1913, and would have been three years old the Monday after her death. Her's was a short life, "but of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." Clara Pearl was such a bright and beautiful child, that time will be long healing the wound caused by the reaper, Death. Short funeral services were conducted by Brother Riney, and the little body laid tenderly to rest Sunday afternoon. The heart broken parents have the sympathy of all in their great sorrow. Friday, 23 June 1916--Born, on June 19, to Roger Warford and wife, a daughter. Nellie Dean is the proud possessor of four grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. S. Warford and Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Thompson; five great- grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Major, Mr. and Mrs. Nero Thompson and Mrs. Nancy Warford; one great-great-grandparent, Mrs. Mary Thompson, of Oklahoma, who has passed her 98th birthday. Friday, 23 June 1916--Dr. C. F. Burkhalter is arranging to make some extensive improvements about his residence property, and the first thing he did in preparation therefor, taking away the yard fence, improved the looks of the place to such an extent that he will likely not replace it. He will put in a concrete walk the full width of his property, about 500 feet in all, reaching to the Hiram Land property on the west. The Doctor will also terrace his lawn, using the dirt from the street which will be cut down to grade for the walk. When the work is completed, Dr. Burkhalter will have one of the prettiest homes in town. The hitch racks along the south side of the street, we learn, will be removed before the walk is laid. Mr. Land also has material on the ground for a granitoid walk. Friday, 23 June 1916--Our congratulations to Misses Lucile Burkhalter and Vera Hackward, each of whom won a prize in the short story contest for school children recently conducted by the St. Louis Globe Democrat. There were over 7000 contestants, but only 116 of them were awarded prizes. The Globe-Democrat will publish pictures of the winners as well as their stories in its Sunday issues, beginning with next Sunday. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Hello everyone, I just wanted to say thank you, to all of you who sent prayers and good wishes to my grandson Bryan. He sailed through his surgery Friday morning, and went home this morning. That is why I was offline for the last 36 hours or so. Since I didn't get much sleep last night, because the other two grandchildren were too wired to go to sleep, please excuse me if there are more typo's than usual in the next few posts. I always double check all names and dates as I type, but the body of the text might suffer. Thanks again, your prayers were deeply appreciated. Kathy Bowlin

Friday, 7 Apr 1916--A. B. RICHMOND FOR SHERIFF--(Kathy's notes:  edited for genealogical information only)--Mr. Richmond, whose grandparents on both sides were among the earliest settlers of Chariton township, was born and reared in that township, and with the exception of ten years, spent in the grocery and hotel business in Moberly, has resided in his home township, and is now living on a farm adjoining the one on which he was born.  He comes from among the county's best people, his mother being a Dawkins, a cousin of the late Moss Dawkins of this place.  He is a brother of the Rev. Edgar M. Richmond of Moberly, known and recognized as one of Missouri's ablest men. This would be Aubert Bruce Richmond b. Mar 24, 1867 in Randolph Co., MO. His parents were James M. Richmond and (1834-1883) Elizabeth Rose Dawkins (1837-1871). His Dawkins grandparents were George Edward Dawkins (1807-1840) and Mary Clark Rose (1810-1891). These two were married in 1836 in Randolph Co., MO. This line is kin to me since I am descended from George's brother, William Dawkins. I remember my grandfather's notes speaking of a "Moss Dawkins" but I think this is a nickname since no Moss appears in my files. Carole

I am showing the wife of Eck PITNEY as Susie BLAKELY, dau of Jonathan and Lucy Ann Jane WALKER BLAKELY. Does anyone have further info on Eck PITNEY? Thanks Linda In a message dated 4/12/01 4:42:59 PM, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: << Friday, 26 May 1916--A birthday party was given at Eck Pitney's on the 17th, it being his son Kenard's 23rd birthday. The evening was most pleasantly spent in music and games, and at 10:30 cake and fruit were served. At a late hour all departed wishing Kenard many more happy birthdays. Those present: Misses Ruth and Cora Buckley, Dora Tucker, Bertha Ware, Susie and Lilly Kirby, Gertie Robb, Birdie Redifer, Meril Kirby, Wilma Robb, Irene Shafer, Esteline Buckley, Messrs. Leonard and Elison Pitney, Chas. Kirby, Mariam Dennis, Earl Robb, Thos. Pitney, Otto and Herman Dorman, Milton Williams, Chas. Harris, Burnard Kirby, Alvin and Gusty Dorman, Jas. Lessly, Clarence and Fred Buckler, Earl Thompson, Chas. Grapes, Legard Shook, Frank Shafer, Elbert Robb, Wm. Sunderland, Eugene Buckley, Berthel and Wm. Osburn, Gatha Morley, Edgar Giles and family, Mmes. Wm. Morley, Frank Shafer, Thos. Osburn, John Dorman and wife and Nick Long and wife. >>

I have the following on this lady's family, but could use some help filling in the blanks. Thanks, Linda Husband: Warner "Warren?" NAYLOR Birth: About 1800 Place: VA Death: 20 Jun 1878 Place: Boone Co., MO Burial: Place: Bethlehem Baptist Church, Boone Co., MO Father: Benjamin NAYLOR (1780-1847) Mother: Mary (NAYLOR) Wife: Melissa HAWKINS Birth: About 1808 Death: Feb 1850 Burial: Place: Bethlehem Baptist Church, 3 Mi So, Harrisburg, Boone Co., MO Children... 1. M Child: Benjamin Renfru NAYLOR Birth: About 1831 Place: MO 2. M Child: John NAYLOR Birth: About 1833 Place: MO 3. M Child: Ambrose W. NAYLOR Birth: 1834/1835 Place: MO Death: 31 Mar 1880 Place: Howard Co., MO Burial: Place: Howard Co., MO Spouse: Martha V. (NAYLOR) 4. M Child: George W. NAYLOR Birth: About 1837 Place: MO Death: Before 1870 Spouse: Jane D. WAYLAND Marriage: 16 Apr 1862 Place: Howard Co., MO 5. F Child: M.F. NAYLOR Birth: About 1840 Place: MO 6. F Child: Mary A. NAYLOR Birth: About 1845 Place: MO Spouse: James WINN 7. F Child: C.J. NAYLOR Birth: About 1848 Place: MO Husbands Notes... Notes: 1830 NAYLOR WARNOC Boone County MO 119 Missouri Township Federal Population Schedule MO 1830 Federal Census Index MO559411549 1840 NAYLOR WARNER Boone County MO 079 No Township Listed Federal Population Schedule MO 1840 Federal Census Index MOS4a1906830 1850 Howard County (File 137b.gif) 137 6 6 NAYLOR Warner 50 M W Farmer 500 VA 137 6 6 NAYLOR Benj. R. 19 M W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR A.W. 15 M W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR John 17 M W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR M.F. 10 F W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR Geo. W. 13 M W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR Mary A. 5 F W MO 137 6 6 NAYLOR C.J. 2 F W MO 1860 NAILOR WARNER Howard County MO 334 Monitau Twp Slave schedule MO 1860 Slave Schedule MO22616749 1870 NAYLOR WARNER Howard County MO 241 Bonnefemme Twp Federal Population Schedule MO 1870 Federal Census Index MO301129797297 Death notice, Columbia Missouri Herald, 27 June 1878 (Weant 1998, 1:193). Burial: Bethlehem Baptist Church, 3 mi. so. Harrisburg, Boone County, Missouri Research: wife Melissa, death/burial Virginia Easley DeMarce <veasleyd@aol.com> Last Modified: 8 Jan 2001 Reference Note 297 Ancestry.com Compiled by: Linda Manning Billings, Montana 59102 Jupep@aol.com In a message dated 4/11/01 6:23:13 PM, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: << Friday, 21 Apr 1916--BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY--Quite a number of relatives and friends, with children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, met Sunday at the country home of Mr. and Mrs. James Winn, eight miles southeast of Higbee, in honor or Mrs. Winn's 70th birthday. Grandma, who has not been well for the past year, but who is improving, seemed to enjoy the bountiful dinner that was spread, and reminded some of the gay young people that after they had passed the three score and ten year post as she had done, would do well to be as hearty and young and to enjoy the music, games and sports which every one seemed to take such an interest in, as she did. Uncle Jim and Aunt Molly are among the few remaining pioneer citizens of this vicinity. Mr. Winn was the daughter of Warner Naylor, for whom Naylor school was named. She was a school teacher herself and taught the Naylor school more than fifty years ago. She can give a very interesting history of the rude log building and the books they had in her school days, and can describe the growth of the school as well as the community in general, in a wonderful way for a woman of her age. Her many relatives and friends all join in wishing Uncle Jim and herself more happy birthdays. >>

Friday, 16 June 1916--NEARLY SEVERED HIS WIFE'S HEAD--Tom Yancey, a Salisbury negro last night killed his wife, nearly severing her head with a razor, and made his escape before the officers reached the scene. The murder occurred on the High Line, the notorious negro section in West Moberly. Yancey and his wife, Moberly negroes, who are acquainted with them, say they had been quarreling during the evening, but no one seems to know what caused the quarrel. Suddenly the man started for the woman and she ran across the street in front of the negro church. Her husband caught her there, slashing at her with the razor. Her jugular vein was severed. The woman staggered from the church to a point in front of Mrs. Embree's home, at the corner of Horner and Franklin streets, where she expired. Negroes who witnessed the murder ran for the police, and the officers were on the scene within three minutes after the woman died. But her husband had fled and the police were unable to find any trace of him. Chief of Police Hinton and Officer Marshall hired an automobile and sped toward Huntsville, intending to work back in the hope of coming across the murderer. Officers Noel and Polson searched the city and sent telegrams to all the surrounding towns, and it is not thought that the negro can evade arrest for more than a few hours. The Yanceys came to this city yesterday, their friends here say, and had a quarrel early in the evening. It is believed that Yancey was jealous of his wife, and that this led to the murder. The woman's body was taken to the Martin & Mahan undertaking establishment where hundreds of the morbidly curious filed in to get a glimpse of her.--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 16 June 1916--CELEBRATED 76TH BIRTHDAY--Uncle Joel Douglas, one of the best men in Boone county, or anywhere else, residing near Rucker, celebrated his 76th birthday on Tuesday, the 13th. Despite the fact that it was more than a busy day with the farmers, over 100 of his relatives, neighbors and friends knocked off work for the occasion. J. W. (Rake) Winn of this place, who was fortunate enough to be there, informs us that he has seen many dinners, but that the one at the Douglas home Tuesday was a shade the best of any he had ever clapped his eyes on, and that it consisted of about everything you could call for. It was served out on the lawn on long tables, barbecue fashion, and Rake says there seemed to be enough to feed an army, and that the large crowd, all of whom confessed to never having seen better cooking, fell to most heartily, but that they scarcely made a dent in the supply. The day was most pleasantly spent by all, and none of them enjoyed the occasion more than Mr. Douglas. The News , along with his host of other friends, hopes he will live to celebrate similar occasions until he is a hundred at least. Friday, 16 June 1916--FRAY-STAHLMAN--Estill B. Fray and Miss Helen B. Stahlman, both of Yates, came to this city yesterday afternoon and at 5 o'clock were married by the Rev. W. A. Simmons at his home on Kirby street. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Fray, and both he and the bride are well known here. They will make their home at Yates--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 16 June 1916--Will Tippit of McAlester, Ok., on his way home from Detroit, where he had been the past month attending the national convention of railway trainmen, stopped off here Tuesday for a short visit with his sister, Mrs. John Rankin. He reports the time of his life at Detroit, and a faster ride than he ever wants to take again. Among the amusements provided for the delegates were automobile races and Mr. Tippit was chosen as the passenger for the car representing the Katy system. He states that he thought the matter was more of a take-off than anything else, although racing cars were used, and that he would never have consented to represent his road or any other had he known what was coming. He states that as soon as the starting signal had been given he knew that he was in for it. The race was ten laps around a mile circular track. The winning car pulled down the prize in 9 1/2 minutes, while Mr. Tippit's Katy car was second, covering the distance in 10 1/2 minutes. He says the Katy car would probably have won had it not skidded once when taking a curve and threatened to turn end for end. Friday, 16 June 1916--MYERS ITEMS--Mrs. Elsie Franklin is visiting her sister, Mrs. John Ware of Moberly. Mrs. Warren Newman and daughter, Mrs. James Swearingen, visited at J. C. Williams' Sunday. Mrs. Will Newman, who lived near Myers before going west, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Addie Long. Alva Summerville spoke at Mt. Pleasant Saturday night on the subject, "Damaged Goods." It was thoroughly enjoyed by a large crowd. John Franklin and family, John Morrison Dougherty and family, John Ware and wife and Mrs. Net Mobley spent Thursday on a fishing trip. Friday, 16 June 1916--BIRTHDAY DINNER--The 78th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Nancy J. Woods, was celebrated at the home of her son, W. J. Woods, of near town on the 13th. All of the children except two were present, as were neighbors and friends to the number of 30 or more, all of whom did full justice to the big dinner, which was fit for a king. It was a most joyous and happy occasion, and Mrs. Woods was the happiest person among them all. Friday, 16 June 1916--Ben Wright is the proud owner of a big Buick touring car, purchased Saturday. Friday, 16 June 1916--John Goin and wife and John Harriman and family spent the first of the week on a fishing trip near Glasgow. Friday, 16 June 1916--Born, on the 10th, to O. P. Dunlap and wife, a son. Friday, 16 June 1916--The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. G. M. Nichols will be pleased to learn that divorce proceedings brought by the former were dismissed when the case was called for trial in circuit court at Moberly Monday. Friday, 16 June 1916--Wesley Irons, a former citizen of this county, died at his home in Kansas City on the 9th. He was 69 years old and is survived by his widow and three daughters. Interment was made in the family cemetery near Renick. Friday, 16 June 1916--J. J. Avery, one of Howard county's best men, residing near Myers, was a caller at this office Wednesday and informed us that he would be 78 years old today. He is one of the best preserved men of his years in the whole country and could easily pass for 60. He is as vigorous as he ever was, and if he had to could turn in and do as hard a day's work as any of his neighbors forty years his junior. He states that he has been trading with Higbee merchants ever since Higbee was a town and that if they do not come across today with a new hat he is going to do his trading elsewhere. We are in our part on a new lid for him. Friday, 16 June 1916--ROY ADAMS CHARGED WITH EMBEZZLEMENT--Roy Adams, a young farmer residing in the vicinity of Higbee was placed under arrest last night charged with embezzling $1300 from Chas. L. Vaughn, of Monett, Mo. The information charges Adams with embezzling by bailee. Pending his preliminary hearing which will be held at Judge A. C. Gladney's court at 10 o'clock Monday morning, Adams' bond was set at $2,500. He is represented by Attorney Whitecotton & Wight. Attorney W. P. Cave has been retained by Mr. Vaughn to represent him. According to the story Vaughn told Judge Gladney when the information was signed, Vaughn owed Adams' aunt some $1300 and came to Moberly to pay it. he had the money in the Higbee bank, and gave Adams' aunt a check for the amount made out to Adams, with the understanding that her nephew was to get the check cashed and then turn the money over to her. Adams, it is claimed, cashed the check and converted the money into his own use. Efforts made to give the money to his aunt met with failure and Vaughn then had a warrant issued for his arrest. Adams is well known here. He denies that he has done anything wrong. The facts in the case will be awaited with interest, and the preliminary trial in Judge Gladney's court tomorrow morning promises to be an interesting one. Adams gave bond, a number of business men signing as sureties--Moberly Monitor. We were unable to learn what disposition, if any, was made of the case. Mr. Adams' many Higbee friends are confident that he will have no trouble in proving his innocence. Friday, 16 June 1916--AKINS PAROLED--Sixteen men were paroled from the penitentiary on the 10th by Governor Major, among them being Henry McCurry and Walter Akins, who had been sentenced for three and two years respectively, for burglary. Akins, it will be remembered, opened up a cleaning and pressing establishment over Cleeton's drug store a few month's ago, and later robbed the store of a lot of fountain pens, a gold watch and several other articles. He was paroled to Illinois parties. Friday, 16 June 1916--J. E. Carter was a caller at this office the other day and informed us of an amusing occurrence at the home of George Orton a week ago last Sunday. Mr. Carter and wife and L. Heying and wife were spending the day at Mr. Orton's and after dinner when all had settled down for a pleasant and comfortable afternoon, a hive of Mr. Orton's bees took a notion to swarm. Mr. Orton and John Rockinfield, accompanied by the visitors as spectators, went out to hive them, which they succeeded in doing after some little time and no little trouble. All parties returned to the house and about the time conversation got to going good the bees swarmed again, and the same work had to be done over. But the folks hadn't been in the house but a few minutes when the bees swarmed the third time. Exasperated beyond polite expression, Mr. Orton, who wanted very much to keep the bees, assisted by Mr. Rockinfield, went after them again, evidently using stronger measures than in any of the previous attempts, for a dozen or more got inside of his shirt and made things warm for him. Mr. Rockinfield was not overlooked by the bees for interference in not letting them have their way, a large number getting up the legs of his trousers and making their presence known. The antics of Messrs. Orton and Rockinfield caused the visitors to laugh until their sides were sore. But the biggest laugh of all came when the bees swarmed the fourth time and struck out across country in search of a new location. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 9 June 1916--MIDGET MOTHER SUBJECTED TO CESAREAN OPERATION--Mrs. James Burton of Holliday was subjected to the Cesarean operation at Woodlawn hospital in Moberly Monday in order to save her life. The child removed was dead and the mother is still in precarious condition. Mrs. Burton was formerly Miss Porter of the Porter's Chapel neighborhood and is a midget, being barely three feet in height. Her husband is about the same size and weight and the two were married a little over a year ago. They have been conducting a restaurant at Holliday--Paris Mercury. Friday, 9 June 1916--CLIFTON HILL MAN KILLED BY TRAIN--John A. Matlock, 65 years old, of Clifton Hill, was killed Tuesday evening, June 6, by Wabash freight No. 67, drawn by engine No. 2010 in charge of engineer W. M. Tucker, Fireman Thos. Minor, and Conductor Patterson. The unfortunate man was walking on a long trestle, a mile east of Clifton Hill, and apparently did not see the approaching train until too late. He was knocked about fifty feet and killed instantly . The inquest over the remains was held last night by Dr. Barnhart, the county coroner. Mr. Matlock was a son of Captain N. G. Matlock. He is a brother of N. A. Matlock of Huntsville and an uncle of C. E. Matlock, editor of the Clifton Rustler. The deceased has been a resident of Randolph county practically all his life and his many friends will be saddened to learn of the terrible tragedy that has befallen this good man--Moberly Index. Friday, 9 June 1916--Mrs. Jacob Youtsey of Hamilton, Ia, is the guest of her son, Walter Sly, and other relatives and friends. Friday, 9 June 1916--Mrs. M. Halley and children of Glendale, Arizona, are the guests of her parents, J. R. Williams and wife, of Yates. Friday, 9 June 1916--Mrs. Mary Woods, aged about 80 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dudley Smith of near Burton, on the 6th. Interment was made at New Hope. She is survived by four children, viz: Mrs. Smith, Mrs. John Dennis, of Canada, W. F. Woods of Fayette and Dr. R. A. Woods, of Clark. Friday, 9 June 1916--A birthday party was given at B. M. Kirby's on the 3rd, it being his daughter Marie's 14th birthday. The evening was pleasantly spent in games and at 10:30 refreshments were served. At a late hour the guests, about thirty in number, departed, wishing Miss Marie many more happy birthdays. We are compelled to omit the list of guests for lack of room. Friday, 9 June 1916--So far, M. Murphy, who recently offered 10 cents per pint for dead flies, has not done a rushing business. The chief reason, we presume, is the cold weather we have been having. The war made on the flies last summer no doubt played a big part in the small fly population at this time. The popular battle cry, "Swat the fly," is having its effect in all parts of the country. Friday, 9 June 1916--Through an oversight last week we failed to make mention of the closing exercises of the colored school, which were held at the colored school house Monday evening. The program by the small pupils pleased a large audience. There were two graduates, Flossie Gains and Lawrence Welch. The address to the class was delivered by Rev. I. Watts of Armstrong. Prof. Green Thompson, the teacher, deserves great credit for the manner in which he conducted the school and we are glad that he was employed for another year. Friday, 9 June 1916--The one-year-old daughter of A. B. Evans and wife of Yates died Wednesday of last week, following a short illness. Interment was made at Pearl, Ill. Friday, 9 June 1916--Born, on the 4th, to Cal Asbury and wife, a son. Friday, 9 June 1916--Price Creson had his right hand quite badly burned Monday while doing some soldering at Stevenson & Creson's jewelry store, the hose of the blower he was using bursting. Friday, 9 June 1916--The case of Isham Powell against Ernest Brook, which was to have come up in circuit court at Moberly on the 6th, was continued by consent. The suit is the result of Mr. Powell being knocked from his horse by Mr. Brook's auto one day last fall. Friday, 9 June 1916--W. L. Patterson, who recently moved to Arkansas, orders the News sent to him in De Queen. Friday, 9 June 1916--Wm. Ragsdale and wife and Victor Ragsdale and wife of Moberly were the Sunday guests of Miller Robb and family. Friday, 9 June 1916--H. C. Eubanks and family, accompanied by Lessley Burton and wife and Miss Ressie Robb of Moberly, left Saturday for Linn Creek for a week's camping and fishing trip in the Ozarks. They made the trip in Mr. Eubanks' big car. Friday, 9 June 1916--MRS. LAURA BAYSE DEAD--Mrs. Laura Bayse died at her home here Thursday after a long illness. She was forty-eight years of age. The funeral was conducted Saturday at the home by Rev. J. A. Riney. Mrs. Bayse's husband died nineteen years ago. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. S. Andrews and by one son, Frank.--Fayette Advertiser. Friday, 9 June 1916--Mr. Homer Riley and Miss Pauline Embree of this place surprised their friends last week by getting married. On applying to circuit clerk A. R. Marshall at Moberly for a license it was refused because of the youthful appearance of the couple. They took the first train for Macon, we learn where they had no trouble procuring a license, and where they were married, but by whom we could not learn. The NEWS joins others in congratulations. Friday, 9 June 1916--INJURIES PROVED FATAL--Thos. J. Comstock, who was injured in a runaway near his home south of town on May 19, and who was taken to the home of a daughter in Moberly a few days later, died on Saturday, June 3. Burial was made at New Hope, Howard county. Mr. Comstock, it will be remembered, was caught in the running gear of his wagon when his team ran away and he was dragged fully a quarter of a mile. Besides being otherwise bruised and scratched, his skull was fractured, which was the cause of death. He never regained consciousness except for a few brief intervals. He was 56 years old and is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Lee Palmatary, of Moberly, and three sons, Ollie and George, of Moberly, and Van of Parsons, Kan. He also leaves three brothers, Joe, of Carbondale, Ill., John, of Carthage, MO., and H. C. Comstock of Kentucky. Friday, 9 June 1916--George W. Taylor, a former well known and wealthy citizen of Huntsville, died at the home of his daughter. Mrs. W. W. Kingsbury of Boonville, with whom he had made his home for several years, Thursday of last week. Interment was made at Huntsville. Deceased was born in this county in 1830 and spent most of his life here. He was three times married. The surviving children are Mrs. Kingsbury and Mrs. Victor Vaughan of Ann Arbor, Mich. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 2 Jun 1916--Born on the 4th, to Wm. Short and wife, a daughter. Friday, 2 June 1916--Circuit court will convene in Moberly Monday of next week. The term will likely be a long one, as there are 131 cases to be tried. Of this number, 30 are suits for divorce. Friday, 2 June 1916--Born, at Elliott, on May 29, to Jas. Rodney and wife, a son. Friday, 2 June 1916--Mrs. Thos. Jones and daughter, Naoma, visited the former's sister, Mrs. Dr. G. G. Graham, and family in Centerville, Iowa this week. Friday, 2 June 1916--Hattie, the ten-year-old daughter of Ben Hardin and wife of near Moberly, who has been very ill of pneumonia for the past week at the home of her uncle,, W. F. Jones, is a great deal better. Friday, 2 June 1916--Raymond Edwards returned Wednesday from a visit with his father and other relatives at McAllister, Ok. He will leave in a few days for Annapolis, Md., where he will re-enter a naval preparatory school. Friday, 2 June 1916--Born, on May 29, to Geo. Colly and wife, a daughter. Friday, 2 June 1916--Born, on the 1st, to Milton Wheeler and wife, a son. Friday, 2 June 1916--Roy Jones and wife spent the first of the week with the latter's father, Richard Edwards, at Mexico. Friday, 2 June 1916--Born, on May 26, to Walter Bagby and wife, a daughter. Friday, 2 June 1916--Kirt Wilcox and wife of Elliott spent Sunday here, the guests of their daughter, Mrs. L. McElhaney. They started home following the big rain, but broke the rear axle of their car before they had gone two blocks and had to remain until the next day. Friday, 2 June 1916--W. R. Moffitt of Green City was here this week, the guest of his sons, Phillip and Ray. Friday, 2 June 1916--Miss Dora Knight left Tuesday for a visit with her aunt, Mrs. R. A. Reynolds of Inola, Okla. Friday, 2 June 1916--CRESON-KEYSER--Mr. John Creson of this place and Miss Fannie Keyser of Fayette, were united in marriage on Tuesday, May 30, 1916, at the home of the officiating minister, W. A. Simmons of Moberly. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Creson of this place and is one of Higbee's most highly respected and deserving young men, and is popular with all who know him. The bride is the daughter of the late John Keyser of Howard county and is a young lady of culture and refinement and of unusual educational attainment, being a graduate of Howard-Payne and Central colleges. She has taught in the Higbee high school for the past two or three years. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 2 June 1916--John Murdy went to Vandalia Tuesday to decorate the graves of his parents and spend the day with relatives. He was accompanied home by his little cousin, Edwin Burge. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 26 May 1916--DR. GEORGE D. ELGIN--George Dillard Elgin was born near Winchester, Ky, in 1832, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. R. B. Alexander in Rocheport Monday afternoon, May 15. With his parents he came to Howard county in 1839. He studied medicine in St. Louis and practiced as a physician until about twenty-five years ago. He left Missouri in 1859, going to California, later to Oregon, where he remained until about a year ago when he came back to Howard county and has stayed with his relatives here since. Dr. Elgin never married, but in the sparsely settled west where he often walked for miles to relieve the suffering of some lone miner, he was lovingly regarded as almost a father to all. Fortune was kindly toward him and he in turn gave of his bounty with a free hand. Called to minister to the sick, often his purse opened for necessities for the unfortunate to whom he gave of his scientific skill. He was such a man as some of our Harold Bell Wrights try to uplift the world with in their fiction. His passing was ideal. He fell asleep and it was hard to tell when life merged into eternity--Rocheport Progress. The remains were taken to Fayette where they were interred in the family lot after some very appropriate and comforting remarks by Elder Johnson. He is survived by three sisters and two brothers. They are Mrs. J. M. Sphar of Marshall, Miss Lucy of Higbee, Mrs. R. B. Alexander of Rocheport, R. F. of Emmet, Ark, and J. C. of Higbee. Friday, 26 May 1916--A birthday party was given at Eck Pitney's on the 17th, it being his son Kenard's 23rd birthday. The evening was most pleasantly spent in music and games, and at 10:30 cake and fruit were served. At a late hour all departed wishing Kenard many more happy birthdays. Those present: Misses Ruth and Cora Buckley, Dora Tucker, Bertha Ware, Susie and Lilly Kirby, Gertie Robb, Birdie Redifer, Meril Kirby, Wilma Robb, Irene Shafer, Esteline Buckley, Messrs. Leonard and Elison Pitney, Chas. Kirby, Mariam Dennis, Earl Robb, Thos. Pitney, Otto and Herman Dorman, Milton Williams, Chas. Harris, Burnard Kirby, Alvin and Gusty Dorman, Jas. Lessly, Clarence and Fred Buckler, Earl Thompson, Chas. Grapes, Legard Shook, Frank Shafer, Elbert Robb, Wm. Sunderland, Eugene Buckley, Berthel and Wm. Osburn, Gatha Morley, Edgar Giles and family, Mmes. Wm. Morley, Frank Shafer, Thos. Osburn, John Dorman and wife and Nick Long and wife. Friday, 26 May 1916--JOE B. ANDREWS CELEBRATES EIGHTY-FIRST BIRTHDAY--Joseph B. Andrews of near Higbee celebrated his 81st birthday May 17th, when friends and relatives to the number of 25 or 30 gathered at his home to help him enjoy the day. There were four generations represented, namely; Joseph B. Andrews, John F. Andrews, Mrs. Birch Dougherty, and children. Others present were Mrs. J. F. Andrews, Miss Bertha Andrews, John L. Andrews, Mrs. and Mrs. Birch Dougherty and family, Mrs. Myrl Horn of Moberly, Mrs. S. C. Coombe of Kansas City, Elder G. C. Tomlinson and family. After reading of the 23rd Psalm and prayer to Elder Tomlinson and a sumptuous dinner, prepared by Mrs. Joseph B. Andrews those who were present departed wishing Uncle Joe many more enjoyable occasions.--Fayette Advertiser. Friday, 26 May 1916--J. T. Comstock better known as "Cigar Tom," came near being killed when his team ran away with him near his home late Saturday evening. Robert Noel was the first to see the runaway and after stopping the team started out in search of Mr. Comstock, whom he found lying in the road and all but dead. He had been caught in the running gear of the wagon and dragged fully a quarter of a mile. Dr. J. W. Winn was hastily called and found Mr. Comstock in a very precarious condition, being unconscious and having all the skin torn from his back as well as his scalp pulled loose to the crown of his head. As Mr. Comstock did not regain consciousness until the next day, it was feared that his skull had been fractured. When last heard from he was doing as well as could be expected. Friday, 26 May 1916--MRS. PAUL GRIFFITH DEAD--Mrs. Iva Compton Griffith, beloved wife of Paul Griffith, was born on August 15, 1895, in Jefferson county and died in the hospital at Carbondale on Wednesday evening, May 17, 1916, being at the time of her death twenty years, seven months and two days old. She was taken to the hospital at Carbondale the latter part of April and after three weeks of constant suffering from peritonitis, she passed peacefully and quietly to that celestial home, where no pain nor sorrow ever enters. She was united in marriage to Paul Griffith on August 30, 1913, at Pinckneyville. They had made their home here since their marriage and lived on South Victor Street. One infant daughter, Iva Leon, was born to this union, but preceded its mother to the great beyond last Christmas day. Her mother, Mrs. John Compton, was buried here on April 4, 1896, just a few short weeks ago. She spent most of her life in and around this city and she numbered her friends by her acquaintances. She was of a kind and loving disposition, always ready to lend a kind word or a friendly hand to anyone in need. She leaves to mourn her departure besides her devoted husband, an aged father, Mr. John Compton of this city. She also leaves five sisters and two brothers who are Mrs. Alta Overturf of Buckner, Mrs. Harry Williams, Misses Opal Maxine and Vaneda Compton of this city. Two brothers, Lucian and Donald of this city besides a host of other relatives and friends will sadly mourn their loss of this devout wife, beloved daughter and dear sister. Funeral services will be held at the Baptist Church Saturday, afternoon, May 20, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Zipprodt. Interment will take place in the Harrison cemetery. She had professed faith in her Savior some time ago. Thus, a chapter of a young life been closed, but the memory of this dear young woman will linger with her dear ones here until they too, have joined her in that celestial home. The Progress and their many friends wish to express their sincere sympathy with the bereaved relatives in their sad hour of bereavement--Christopher (Ill) Progress. Friday, 26 May 1916--Born, on the 19th, to Wm. Summers and wife, a son. Friday, 26 May 1916--Born, on the 15th, to Frank Dougherty and wife, a daughter. Friday, 26 May 1916--Raymond Edwards left Sunday for a visit with his father, and other relatives at McAlester, Ok. Friday, 26 May 1916--J. F. Smith of Clark was the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Jasper Roberts, during the week. Friday, 26 May 1916--Geo Light and wife of Kansas City, were the guest of the latter's mother, Mrs. Julia Smith, during the week. Friday, 26 May 1916--Mrs. John Slater of Pittsburg, Kansas, was the guest of her brothers, Sam and John Smith. Friday, 26 May 1916--Harold and Alfred, little sons of B. F. Hardin and wife of near Renick, are the guests of W. F. Jones and wife. Friday, 26 May 1916--Mrs. Wm. Richards of California and Mrs. Samuel Taylor of Colorado, arrived Saturday, being called home by the serious illness of their father. Friday, 26 May 1916--M. T. Griffith and wife were called to Christopher, Ill, Thursday of last week by the death of the former's sister-in-law, Mrs. Paul Griffith. They returned home Monday. Friday, 26 May 1916--Thos. Jenkins is the proud owner of a Chevrolet car, purchased last week from Murphy's garage. Friday, 26 May 1916--John Farris, and son, George, of Alton, Ill, were the guests of the former's brother, O. L. Farris and family during the week. Friday, 26 May 1916--Dr. Orville Pitney, who was called here several months ago to be with his mother, Mrs. E. M. Whitmore, in her last illness, and who has been taking a special course in St. Louis for several months, returned Saturday. He informs us that he will leave about June 1 for Denver to resume his practice. Dr. Pitney's friends had hoped he would locate permanently in Higbee, his old home, and all very much regret that he has decided to return to Denver. Friday, 26 May 1916--The All-Stars, Higbee's crack second team, won a good game from Glasgow at the latter place Sunday by a 6 to 4 score. Will Crawford saved the day for Higbee in the 8th when, with the bases full, he made a one-handed catch of a long fly that would have been good for a home run. Harold Harriman pitched for Higbee. The All-Stars have lost but one game in the past two years, a record, I think, entitling them to a practice game with Blues now and then. The latter certainly need the practice, and such games would help both teams. Friday, 26 May 1916--WM. HACKWARD BETTER--Wm. Hackward, who has been dangerously ill for the past three weeks, and whose recovery last week was considered an impossibility, took a turn for the better Tuesday and has since been slowly improving, or at least holding his own. Despite his critical condition his family and friends are not without hope, as he recovered from a similar attack a few years ago when his physicians said he had but a few days to live. Friday, 26 May 1916--KILLED BY TRAIN NEAR RENICK--Walter Galloway, a farm laborer about 38 years old was struck and instantly killed by the Bill Sunday excursion train this morning at the Spelman crossing three miles east of Renick. Mr. Galloway had been working for Mr. Spelman, and received his pay this morning. It was through the check found in his pocket that he was identified. The remains were brought to the Martin & Mahan undertaking parlors in this city and the coroner was called here from Huntsville this afternoon. Mr. Galloway it is said, was blind in one eye and partially deaf. It is believed that he failed to see the train which struck him, as he was within three car lengths of it when he stepped upon the track. The train was in charge of Conductor W. P. Christian and Engineer L. F. Buhalt was at the throttle. The remains were brought to Moberly on the special. Efforts are being made to locate Mr. Galloway's relatives. In the meantime the body will be held at the Martin & Martin undertaking parlors.--Moberly Monitor, May 19. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

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Friday, 19 May 1916--LITTLE AGAIN MANAGER--Jack Little, who began playing ball when Heinz had but one pickle, and who piloted the good old Blues to the top last season, is again manager of the team, having been unanimously elected at a meeting of the team Thursday night of last week to succeed John Wright, who tendered his resignation. The bugs are all delighted at the change, not that they had any fault to find with Mr. Wright, who started out by building up a stronger team than we had last year, but because they feel that a manager shouldn't have anything to do but manage. Mr. Wright found out that to manage the team properly and at the same time fill his place in the field was too much responsibility for one man, hence his resignation. He showed that his sportsmanship was of the right kind when he informed Mr. little as well as the rest of the players that he was for the success of the Blues at all time and if at any time they saw fit to play him on the bench, he would play the position without protest. Mr. Little, who knows all the fine points of the game, and who never gets rattled or fails to take advantage of every opening, can be depended upon to bring out the very best there is in the Blues, and it is our prediction that when seasonable weather gets here the team will develop their old time speed and will take their place at the top as fast as the games can be played. Three cheers for the old as well as the new manager. Friday, 19 May 1916--(Kathy's notes: I won't transcribe the full play-by-play of each game played by the Blues, but I will list their wins and losses.) BLUES WIN AND LOSE--The Kansas City Red Sox, a semi-professional team, played the Blues at Rennolds Park Thursday and Saturday of last week, the games proving about as good as any ever seen here.......The Thursday game was won by the Sox after a hard struggle by a score of 2-0...........In the Saturday game.....Blues 6, Sox 4. Friday, 19 May 1916--MILES-JEROME--circuit Clerk Marshall yesterday issued a marriage license to John Miles of Higbee, and Mrs. Lucy J. Jerome of College Mound. They were married last night, it is said, and will make their future home in Higbee--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 19 May 1916--Mary, the 8-year-old daughter of Chas. Shirley and wife of east of town, was perhaps fatally hurt Monday, being kicked in the head by a horse. She was seated in a buggy with her parents, when the horse suddenly began to rear and plunge and as it came down on its forefeet it broke the kicking straps and kicked over the dashboard, striking the child over the right eye. Dr. Burkhalter was called and found that the child's skull had not only been broken over the right eye but cracked along the median line to the back of the head, and that her left side was paralyzed. He gave her emergency treatment and accompanied by her parents took her to a Moberly hospital in his car and assisted in the operation. The skull was found to be badly broken and several large pieces of bone were removed. When last heard from, the child was still unconscious, and it was not thought she had much chance for recovery. Friday, 19 May 1916--Born, on the 15th, to Geo. Duffield and wife, a son. Friday, 19 May 1916--Dr. G. M. Nichols purchased a new Ford this week. Friday, 19 May 1916--Born, on the 16th, to Albert Brooks and wife, a son. Friday, 19 May 1916--Born, on the 17th, to Will Compton and wife, a daughter. Friday, 19 May 1916--Born, on the 17th, to David Comstock and wife, a daughter. Friday, 19 May 1916--Geo. Hulett and wife of Armstrong spent Tuesday here, the guest of the latter's parents, W. S. Pitney and wife, and other relatives. Friday, 19 May 1916--MRS. JANE RUSSELL DEAD--Mrs. Jane Russell, widow of the late Wm. Russell, a former well known and highly respected resident of this place, but who had been living at Mineral Kansas, for the past ten years or more, died at her home in that place Monday, May 15, from general debility. She was about 75 years old. Mrs. Russell is survived by four sons and two daughters, viz: Pete, and Charles, of Mineral, Kan; George, of Pittsburg, Kan; Thomas, of Denver; Mrs. John Pilkington of Mineral, Kas, and Mrs. R. S. Jones of Taylorville, Ill. She also leaves a sister in Scotland, besides a wide circle of friends in both Mineral and Higbee. The body was brought to Higbee Thursday and taken to the home of Geo. McGill, a brother-in-law. Funeral services will be held at the Baptist church today at 2 p.m. and interment made in the city cemetery by the side of her husband the three children. The NEWS joins other friends in condolence to the bereaved ones. Friday, 19 May 1916--Mrs. Ed Seibert and children of Paris, were the guests of her parents, E. J. Turner and wife, the latter part of last week. Friday, 19 May 1916--WILLIAM HACKWARD SERIOUSLY ILL--Wm. Hackward, who has been seriously ill for several weeks, was not so well yesterday, we are sorry to state. His physicians hold out but little hope, if any, of his recovery. Anticipating the worst, all the absent children have been noticed and all are again at home with the exception of Mrs. William Richards, who left California Tuesday. Friday, 19 May 1916--Miss Eunice Nichols, who has been in poor health for the past month or more, accompanied by her mother, went to St. Louis the first of the week and entered the Barnes Hospital where she will be under care of a specialist for several weeks. The physicians found her suffering from nothing more serious than nervousness caused from overwork and stated that she needed nothing but a month's rest. Mrs. Nichols returned Wednesday. Friday, 19 May 1916--Dr. George D. Elgin, brother of J. C. and Miss Lucy Elgin of this place, died in Rocheport on the 14th. Interment was made at that place on Tuesday. Dr. Elgin, who was 84 years of age, spent most of his life in Oregon, returning from there about a year ago. He was never married. Friday, 19 May 1916--A son was born to C. S. Hargis and wife of southeast of town on March 22, but we failed to hear of it until this week. The neighbors say that Mr. Hargis, who is in his 64th year, is the happiest man in the state. Friday, 19 May 1916--Mrs. Richard Sherman of Joplin, who had been suffering from consumption for several months, died Sunday at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Shelt Cook, in this place. She was 35 years old. Interment was made at Joplin. a brother of Mrs. Sherman, it will be remembered, was found dead in an alley here several weeks ago, death having resulted from heart failure. Friday, 19 May 1916--COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES--The Higbee Public School will close on the 26th. The graduating exercises of the High School will be held at the opera house on the evening of the 23rd, and the Grammar School exercises on the 24th. There are but seven graduates in the 1916 class, and, as usual, the girls far outnumber the boys there being but one boy in the class. The graduates are Misses Amy Burke, Lillian Johnson, Toinette Burkhalter, Lilian Jones, Elsie Lyon, Fratie Nichols and Mr. Leonard Pitney. Miss Amy Burke, one of Higbee's smartest girls, having the highest grades, won first honors, which entitles her to a scholarship in any of the following colleges: Stephens, Columbia; Hardin, Mexico; Howard-Payne, Fayette; University of Missouri; St. Louis University; Missouri Valley, Marshall; Central, Fayette; Central Weslyan, Warrenton, and Tarkio College, Tarkio. Miss Elsie Lyon, whose grades were next highest, was awarded second honors. The address to the High School graduates will be delivered by Hon. Ralph F. Lozier of Carrollton, who will also present the diplomas. The address and the presentation of diplomas to the Grammer School graduates will be delivered by Rev. J. J. Copeland, pastor of the Baptist church. Friday, 19 May 1916--BLUE BASEBALL--Higbee 3, Centralia 3, game called after nine innings because of tie. Playoff at a later date. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

HELP! I've got a real confused family for this lady, and I need some help from the Pitney and Robb researchers to try to straighten this mess out. This lady is not part of my direct line, and the family relationships that I have for her are based on what was printed in the papers. The papers, as we all know, are not always correct. Here's what I have. Drusella Florence Pitney, born Oct 21 1864, daughter of W. S. and Elizabeth Pitney. She married Joel Francis Robb sometime before 1880, and had 8 children by him. Then, I have the following marriage announcement. >From "The Higbee News" Friday, 12 Nov 1915--John E. Hudson and Mrs. Florence Pitney were married in Moberly on the 6th, by Justice Everette Hamilton. There had been no mention of a divorce from Mr. Robb, and he didn't die until 1928. I wasn't sure if this was the same woman or not, but then 6 months later..... >From "The Higbee News" Friday, 12 May 1916--HULETT-HUDSON--Mr. Geo. P. Hulett, proprietor of the City Bakery and Meat Market, left Armstrong Sunday, April 30, on what his friends thought was a business trip, but he turned the cards on his friends and got back to Armstrong Friday night, May 5, with a charming bride. Mr. Hulett was married at Thurbur, Texas, Tuesday, May 2, to Mrs. John Hudson, Rev. T. C. Jordon, pastor of the Baptist church, officiating. Mrs. Hudson was visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. Dr. Binney of Strawn, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Hulett stopped over in Kansas City Friday and heard a sermon by Rev. Billy Sunday, coming on to Armstrong Friday night. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stant Pitney, of near Higbee, and a sister of W. F. Pitney and Steven Pitney, well known citizens of this county. She is a most excellent Christian lady. Mr. Hulett is well and favorably known to many of the Herald readers and a good man and a splendid citizen. The Herald joins with the many friends of the happy couple in extending congratulations and best wishes.--Armstrong Herald. NOW I was really confused. Six months after marrying Mr. Hudson, she is marrying again, and there was no mention of Mr. Hudson's death or of a divorce. She is obviously a daughter of W. S. Pitney, because the sibling are all correct, as are the parents. She was Mrs. John Hudson at the time of this marriage, which verified the earlier marriage as having been her. But the real mystery turns up at her death when she is again identified as Mrs. Joel Robb, and one of the survivors is MRS. GEO. HULETT, the bride in the above article. I guess my question is, who was the woman who married John Hudson, and was identified as Mrs. Florence Pitney? Was she a sister of Florence Pitney Robb, and if so, what was her actual name? Any help, DEEPLY appreciated. Kathy Bowlin

Friday, 5 May 1916--Born, on April 30, to Thos. Sutliff and wife, a son. Friday, 5 May 1916--Claude Stevenson and sister, Miss Edna, visited J. W. Johnson and family of Paris last week. Friday, 5 May 1916--Mrs. Lucy Andrews of near Harrisburg was the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Foley, of near town during the week. Friday, 5 May 1916--Charles Terrill orders the address of his paper changed from Memphis, Tenn, to Indiana Harbor, Indiana. Friday, 5 May 1916--J. W. Drain, a prominent Boone county farmer, residing near Harrisburg, died on April 30, of paralysis. Friday, 5 May 1916--Richard Edwards of Mexico was here Saturday and Sunday; the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Roy Jones. Friday, 5 May 1916--Louie Brewer, who was run over by a big automobile at Rennolds Park two weeks ago, was taken to Moberly Monday by Dr. r. C. Campbell and examined by the X-ray. It was found that the pelvic bone had been fractured which means that Louie will have to remain flat on his back for several weeks. Friday, 5 May 1916--Everett Chesser, who has been in a Moberly hospital with a crushed leg for several weeks, had to have the limb amputated Saturday, blood poison having developed. It was at first thought he could not survive, but he has since been improving and yesterday was pronounced practically out of danger. Friday, 5 May 1916--Robert Herron, wife and daughter, Miss Monique, of Springfield Ill, accompanied by Norman Rees, were the guests of Higbee relatives and friends from Saturday till Monday. It was Mr. Herron's first trip back to his old home in five years and he could hardly realize it was the same town, so many improvements having been made in all sections. Friday, 5 May 1916--Gordon H. Rankin, who has been in poor health for the past year or two, was taken to Kansas City Monday, where he was operated on for serious intestinal trouble. He rallied from the operation nicely and when heard form yesterday was doing as well as could be expected. The operation was pronounced a decided success and if all goes well with him he should be home in a couple of weeks. Friday, 5 May 1916--J. W. Jamison of St. Louis, general attorney for the M. K. & T. railway in Missouri, on his way to Fayette Monday, was the guest of his sister, Mrs. W. H. Welch. Friday, 5 May 1916--Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie has let the contract for the improvement of his residence. He will put in full basement, furnace and bath and make other extensive improvements. Friday, 5 May 1916--Matthew Evans of Springfield, Ill, is the guest of his parents, John M. Evans and wife. This is Matt's first visit to his old home since leaving here ten years ago. He hardly recognized it as the same place. Friday, 5 May 1916--Ben Swetnam, car inspector for the Katy at this place, had his jaw fractured Wednesday while repairing a car, and was taken to the company hospital at Sedalia. He was raising the car by means of a jack, when the latter slipped, striking him on the jaw. Friday, 5 May 1916--JAMES R. SMITH DEAD--James R. Smith, who had resided here for the past three or four years, died at his home in the west part of town at 11:00 o'clock a.m. Sunday, April 30, following a short illness. Mr. Smith, who was 71 years old, was born in Jefferson county, Illinois, October 11, 1845, and was married in Kirksville, Mo., on May 2, 1896, to Miss Nettie A. Williams, who, with one son and four daughters survives him. He also leaves two brothers, John and William Smith, of near this place. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday by Eld. Wm. Kelso, and interment made in the city cemetery. Friday, 12 May 1916--OUR NEW TEACHERS--At the meeting of the school board Monday night the following teachers were elected: Miss Margaret Maupin, Fayette, High School. Miss Elizabeth Hudson, Room 1. Miss Lula Walker. Clark, Room 2. Miss Lillian Manuel, Room 3. Miss Louila Malone, Armstrong, Room 4. Miss Louise Lowry, Moberly, Room 5. Mrs. Georgia Middleton, Room 6. Greene Thompson was re-elected as principal of the colored school. C. C. Smith of Orrick, and C. I. Duncan of this place were elected superintendent and principal, respectively, at previous meetings of the board. All the new teachers, we learn, have had several years' experience in school work. Friday, 12 May 1916--G. R. RENNOLDS SUED FOR $15,000.--Virgil H. Morgan filed suit against George R. Rennolds yesterday in the circuit court asking for $10,000 actual and $5,000 punitive damages. The plaintiff, represented by A. R. Hammett, charges that the defendant through the agency of his brother, W. L. Rennolds, instigated a suit against him in Justice Gladney's court November 15, 1915, charging that he stole three sows valued at $36.00, seventeen pigs valued at $75 and twelve shoats valued at $75. He was forced to hire an attorney, he said, and fight the case in the justice court. After acquittal in the justice court, the plaintiff charges that he was again brought before the grand jury and charged with grand larceny. He was tried in circuit court and acquitted of the charge. He states that his reputation has been injured by these charges and that he should be repaid $10,000 actual and $5,000 punitive damage--Moberly Index. Friday, 12 May 1916--W. C. Pitney and wife returned Wednesday from Liberty, where Mr. Pitney has been attending William Jewell college, preparing himself for the ministry. He will return to school next fall. Friday, 12 May 1916--Born, on the 5th, to Elmer Fainter and wife, a son. Friday, 12 May 1916--W. W. Harper of Mexico is the guest of his daughter, Mrs. J. F. Brown, of south of town. Friday, 12 May 1916--Mrs. H. Hagerdorn of rhineland, Mo, spent a few days last week with her son, L. Heying. Friday, 12 May 1916--John Rankin spent Sunday in Kansas City with his brother, Gordon, who was operated on there two weeks ago for appendicitis. Friday, 12 May 1916--C. W. Cubbage of St. Louis is the guest of his father, Harvey C. Cubbage of near Yates. Friday, 12 May 1916--Mrs. H. T. Hurdland was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. W. S. Walton the first of the week. Friday, 12 May 1916--S. Quick was called to Iowa Sunday by the death of a brother. Friday, 12 May 1916--C. F. Dougherty of south of town, who spent several days last week on the petit jury at Fayette, was very much surprised on his return home to find that the public road running past his place for a distance of two miles had been thoroughly dragged and put in such condition that it is considered the best in that section. During his absence, his daughter, Miss Opal, hitched his team to a drag and put in a good part of a day in dragging the road. Hats off to her! (Kathy's notes: It might be interesting to note, that Miss Opal was 16 at this time, and her beau may have been driving his Daddy's car. Maybe Miss Opal wanted to make sure the roads were in good shape for her young man to come calling. Especially if her Daddy was out of the area for a few days.) Friday, 12 May 1916--SELL YOUR FLIES!--There IS something new under the sun, at least in Higbee, for M. Murphy is in the market for all the flies born in Higbee during the present season. Mr. Murphy, who is bald, by the way, hates a fly worse than a rattlesnake, both on account of their annoyance as well as their filthiness, but he is not in the market for their carcasses in a spirit of revenge, but to advertise his store in general, and screens, wire, swatters, etc. in particular, and at the same time give the children of the town a chance to earn some candy or picture show money. He will pay hard cash for dead flies at the rate of ten cents per pint or twenty-five cents per quart and at the end of the season will give a cash prize of $2 to the boy or girl who has the most flies to his or her credit. And he doesn't care a rap how you catch 'em or kill 'em. What he wants is flies. And child in town who is under 12 years is eligible to enter the contest, and all who enter will be furnished a swatter, free, to "snipe" all flies who refuse or fail to enter traps set for them. It will be noticed that two pints of flies sold singly will bring but 20 cents, while a quart of them turned in at one time will bring a quarter. This bonus is paid by Mr. Murphy to hurry and increase the slaughter. The contest opens today, and all contestants are advised to get in early, although they can enter at any time. The name of the leading contestant will appear in Mr. Murphy's ad in THE NEWS each week. 12 May 1916--A DOUBLE KILLING AT ARMSTRONG--Mrs. Will Markland Kills Husband and Herself. Act Premeditated--Will Markland, a prominent business man of Armstrong, and son of Lon Markland, was shot and killed by his wife at their home in that city about 12 o'clock Wednesday night. She then took her own life. >From Glenn walker of the firm of Oldaker & Walker, who was called to Armstrong about 3 o'clock yesterday morning to help prepare the bodies for burial, we learn the following particulars. Markland had been drinking quite heavily of late, it is said, and frequently came home at late hours, and his wife conceived the idea that there was another woman in the case. She protested with her husband, it is said, but to no avail, and she evidently made up her mind that she would end the trouble by killing both her husband and herself. When their 16-year-old son came home at 11:45 Wednesday night, the father was away and Mrs. Markland up, evidently waiting for her husband. She was fully dressed and in order to keep the son from suspecting anything jumped in bed with her clothes on until he had gone up stairs and gone to bed. When her husband arrived a little later she remarked that she had stood it as long as she could, and began firing, one bullet going through Markland's stomach, another through his shoulder and a third striking the ceiling. Mrs. Markland then laid down on the floor and fired two shots into her own body, dying a short time later. Mr. Walker states that she had evidently planned the whole thing out in advance, and dressed for the occasion, as she had taken a bath and was dressed in spotless underclothing and wore her best dress, shoes and stockings. Mr. Markland lived about two hours and twenty minutes. At the hour of going to press no arrangements for the funeral had been made but Mr. Walker informs us that services will likely be held Sunday. Mr. Markland and wife were about 40 years of age and were considered as among the best citizens in the community, and the manner of their deaths has shocked the town beyond measure. Friday, 12 May 1916--DR. G. M. NICHOLS ASK DIVORCE--It has been common report for several weeks that Dr. G. M. Nichols was to bring suit for divorce, and the friends of both the Doctor and Mrs. Nichols have earnestly hoped that the reports were untrue, or that if true, their troubles could be settled without a separation. The report became an actual fact Saturday when suit was filed. The following relative to the matter is taken from the Moberly Monitor of Sunday: "Suit for divorce was filed in circuit court yesterday by George Nichols against Mamie Nichols. the case will be tried at the June term of the circuit court in this city. W. P. Cave is attorney for the plaintiff. "Mr. Nichols states in his petition that he and the defendant were married March 17, 1903. He alleges that his wife frequently humiliated him by abusing his daughter, calling her vile names and nagging at her. "This state of affairs continued for some time, his petition states, until his daughter was forced to leave her home. "Because of these indignities he now asks for a divorce." Friday, 12 May 1916--(Note: these are the statistics for the Harriman boys in the latest Blues game, excerpts.) The beans were finally spilled for us in the 8th. Wiseman went to first on Elliott's error and to second on Harriman's wild throw: Reed fumbled Brashear,s bunt but caught Wiseman at the plate, Breshear going to second; Sullivans lined out a 2-bagger, scoring Brashear. Housley went out on a grounder, Nealy to Payne, Sullivan going to third, and then scoring on a passed by Harriman. It is only fair to Harriman to say that a sore finger, split almost from end to end, was responsible for the errors he made and greatly interfered with his batting, although no fault was to be found with his playing in this respect. We doubt that if another catcher in the league would have had the nerve to stop'em with a finger in such condition. Nealy, the new pitcher, went the full route for the first time allowing but seven hits and striking out 10. Friday, 12 May 1916--C. C. ("Lum") Burton writes us from Wheaton, Minn., under date of the 8th "Enclosed find bank draft for $2 to apply on subscription. My family and I will leave Wheaton tomorrow for Sissteon, S.D., where we will make our future home. I have a position there with the W. T. Rawleigh Medical Co. So please send the NEWS hereafter to that address so I won't miss an issue, as the NEWS is always a welcome visitor. I should have been there a month ago to commence my work, but we have had a series of sickness in our family. My wife just got out of the hospital when the children came down with the measles and whooping cough, so you see we have our troubles here in the North, too. At present we are all well. Wishing the NEWS good luck, I am, etc.." Friday, 12 May 1916--HULETT-HUDSON--Mr. Geo. P. Hulett, proprietor of the City Bakery and Meat Market, left Armstrong Sunday, April 30, on what his friends thought was a business trip, but he turned the cards on his friends and got back to Armstrong Friday night, May 5, with a charming bride. Mr. Hulett was married at Thurbur, Texas, Tuesday, May 2, to Mrs. John Hudson, Rev. T. C. Jordon, pastor of the Baptist church, officiating. Mrs. Hudson was visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. Dr. Binney of Strawn, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Hulett stopped over in Kansas City Friday and heard a sermon by Rev. Billy Sunday, coming on to Armstrong Friday night. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stant Pitney, of near Higbee, and a sister of W. F. Pitney and Steven Pitney, well known citizens of this county. She is a most excellent Christian lady. Mr. Hulett is well and favorably known to many of the Herald readers and a good man and a splendid citizen. The Herald joins with the many friends of the happy couple in extending congratulations and best wishes.--Armstrong Herald. Friday, 12 May 1916--Roy Barnes, postmaster at Sturgeon for the past three years, tendered his resignation last week and asked that his successor be named by July 1. He will move to St. Louis. His successor will likely be T. F. Benson. Friday, 12 May 1916--J. H. Henderson, a prominent Glasgow druggist, died at his home in that city on the 4th of apoplexy. He was 68 years old. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Can anyone identify these names,i have a postcard and a picture of the following two people who may be from randolph county. G H or J H Jackson and Carolyn Francis Clifton. Charles Hess