Looking for first name of this lady. It appears she was dau of Asa Quarles Thompson and Margaret Wallace Thompson. I show her brother as Asa Thompson married to Amanda Melvina "Mel" ROBERTSON, dau of James Hiram ROBERTSON and Sidney Finks WAYLAND (Sure miss John WAYLAND......he always had the answers to these questions) I know I have these people in my files and would like to connect them. Thanks Linda In a message dated 3/24/01 5:24:22 PM, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: << Friday, 30 July 1915--Mrs. A. K. England, well known here, died suddenly at the home of her brother, Asa Thompson, in Armstrong Friday of last week. She was the daughter of the late Asa Thompson and was born near Roanoke, where she was reared, in 1834. In 1858 she was married to the late Franklin H. Rucker of this county, a brother of J. E. Rucker of this place. She was again married in 1871 to A. K. England, who died a few years later. She is survived by one son, John F. Rucker of St. Louis. Interment was made Sunday at Roanoke. >>

Can someone please help out with the maiden name of this lady (Mrs. Susan DENNIS) and more info about her? Half of the people listed as attending are relatives and I can't seem to place many of them. Thanks so much Linda In a message dated 3/24/01 11:48:36 PM, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: << Friday, 13 Aug 1915--SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER--Friday, August 6th, was the 74th birthday of Mrs. Susan Dennis, and she had planned to go visiting but her relatives and friends had other plans. At an early hour the guests began arriving with well filled baskets laden with all the good things to eat that one can imagine and at the noon hour the baskets were opened and a royal feast was spread. Those who had the pleasure of being with Mrs. Dennis on this happy event were: Joel Robb and family, Charley Robb and family, Emmett Barron and family, William Magruder and family, Dysart Nicholas and family, Mrs. Arthur Daggs and daughter, Mrs. John W. Robertson, Robert Jackson and wife, Sam Robb and family, H. T. Smith and family, Johnson Grapes and family, "Curl" Pitney and family, Rolie Jones and wife, Mrs. Edgar Maxfield and children, Ed Dennis and family, Robert Edwards and family, Everett Jackson and family, Jeff Robb and wife, Chas. Ware and family, Miller Robb and family, O. S. Pitney and wife, Mrs. W. J. Phillips, Mrs. Virgil Phillips and daughter, Burl Wheeler and family, Mrs. Alfred Dennis, Mrs. Ben Pitney and children, Mrs. W. T. Williams, Mrs. B. T. Magruder and son, Mrs. Estill Robb and children, Mrs. J. M. Hedgecock and daughter, Mrs. Nellie Nicholas, Mrs. Almira Nicholas, Mrs. Anne Ware, Mrs. Mary Ann Robb, Mrs. V. J. Reilly and little daughter, Gertrude Lyons, Willard Grapes, Bob Page, Beulah Williams, Opal Magruder, Dora Tucker, Milton Williams, Marie and Lucile Blansett, Eulalia Reiley, Sid Fisher and Sam Robb and family. A FRIEND. >>

Friday, 24 Sep 1915--SLAYER OF MISS JESSIE DUVALL IS NOW UNDER ARREST--Victor Roberts, who shot and killed Miss Jessie Duvall on West Coates street on the night of March 21, 1914, and who has since been a fugitive from justice, is under arrest in Texas, according to a telegram received yesterday morning by Sheriff Sam Magruder. A second message, in answer to a telegram sent from this county, states that identification is positive and that Roberts has been taken to a nearby town and placed in jail to await the arrival of the Randolph county officers. Roberts, who has been going under the name of Bob Marshall, was arrested Friday night in Tolar, Texas, by the marshal of that town, who had been keeping a lookout for him. According to one of the Randolph county officials, they have known for some time that Roberts was hiding out some place in Texas. He has, for some time past, according to this officer, been writing to relatives from Old Mexico, crossing the international line each time he wished to communicate with relatives, and mailing the letters on one of the coast steamers. The Texas authorities were notified of this fact and were furnished with a complete description of Roberts. When he appeared in Tolar Friday the marshal apprehended him. An officer from this county will be sent to Texas at once and will return with the prisoner. Roberts will be given his preliminary trail in Moberly. The murder of which he is accused occurred one Saturday night when the streets were thronged with shoppers. Roberts and the Duvall girl had been sweethearts for some time, but had quarreled, and it is said Miss Duvall had stated that she was afraid of him. On the night of the murder he accosted her on West Coates street, where an argument of several minutes ensued. A moment later a shot rang out and the girl feel to the street with a bullet through her brain. Roberts ran from the scene of the murder, losing his hat as he fled. Police officers were notified and went in pursuit a few minutes later but Roberts escaped to the hills west of the city, where posses looked for him for several days and nights. Bloodhounds were brought from Springfield, Ill, and put on the fugitive's trail. They tracked him to the slack washer near Huntsville, where it was thought he boarded a train, and all track was lost of him. In the months that followed an occasional report came in that he had been captured at various points, but these later proved to be without foundation. Just last week a report from Texas was to the effect that he had committed suicide in Texas, where he was said to be living under the name of Johnson. the body supposed to be that of Robert's was exhumed, and proved to be a man named Johnson. Following on the heels of this report came the news of his arrest, and the later message stating that identification was positive.--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Sheriff Magruder left Sunday for Granbury, Texas, to take charge of a man who at first was believed to be Vester Roberts, who is wanted for the murder of Miss Jessie Duvall. The authorities are now of the belief that the man whom the Tolar, Texas, marshal arrested is Robert Marshall, for whom a warrant was issued in this city some time ago, charging him with having broken into a Wabash merchandise car in the local railroad yards. The Tolar marshal stated in one of his telegrams to the sheriff Saturday that the man who answered Robert's description, gave his name as Robert Marshal. The authorities claim that Marshal and Roberts resemble slightly. Marshall, who was at one time a Wabash switchman, is alleged to have taken some cigars from a car and sold them to a local man. When the Wabash special agent and officers went to arrest him one day he made his getaway.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--OSCAR WHITE DEAD--Oscar White, who was caught by the falling walls of Old Perche church, which he was assisting in razing, about a month ago, and who had since been paralyzed from his waist down, died at his home near Rucker, on the 15th. all that loving relatives and friends and medical science could do for him was done, but to no avail. Mr. White was one of the most substantial citizens of Boone county, an din his death his community as well as his family has suffered an irreparable loss. He is survived by his widow and seven children, who have the sympathy of all. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--John Morrison Dougherty, who has decided to quit farming, will sell a lot of personal property at his farm near Myers on the 28th. See list elsewhere. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Miss Frances Burkhalter left Monday for Lexington, where she will attend Central Female College the coming year. She was accompanied by her father, Dr. C. F. Burkhalter. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Joe Wayne, though having some years since bid goodbye to schooldays, recently made a fourteen miles trip to school. His little daughter, Anna Louise, was at the head of her spelling class and just had to be there that day to get her head mark. The river was up and Joe couldn't ford it, so he rode seven miles to get to Wright school house and then visited around with the neighbors through the day, making the return trip when school was out--Madison Times. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--(Kathy's notes: This piece was on the edge of the paper, which was starting to fragment. The right inch of the article was cut off, so it is going to be a challenge to read.) Ernest Besgrove, who was trying to separate some infu___ hogs that were fighting was ________ hurt Thursday afternoon by ______ the hogs attacking him as he ______ through the gate, tearing the _______ on both legs, the teeth scr____ the bone of one leg. Mr. _______ grove is indeed fortunate_________no worse as there is nothing _______to encounter than an infur_________ hog.--Fayette Advertiser. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Born, on the 21st, to Asa Warford and wife, a son. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--John F. Smith sold his Ford last Saturday to Franklin Bros. of near Myers. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Born, on the 19th, to John Jenkins and wife, a son. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Born, on the 19th, to Chas. C. Hon and wife, a son. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--S. D. Colly makes a specialty of practical house painting, paper hanging and inside finishing. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--RICHARD MAXFIELD--Richard Maxfield, brief mention of whose death was made in our last issue, was the eldest child of the late B. F. Maxfield, and was born near Higbee on January 8, 1872 and grew to manhood in this vicinity, residing most of the time in Higbee. He died on Sept 16, 1915, in a hospital in Edwardsville, Ill, following a week's illness. The body was brought to Higbee Saturday and taken to the home of his aunt, Mrs. Daniel Harris, where funeral services were held Sunday morning by Rev. Ben Robson. Interment was made in the Botts cemetery by the side of his parents. The deceased is survived by his widow, one brother, Edgar of this place, and two sisters, Mrs. John Duncan of Huntington and Mrs. Matt Ray of Coulterville, Ill, and a half sister in Oklahoma. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--While working about the house Wednesday, Mrs. T. R. Hamilton tripped and fell from the porch to the ground, sustaining a broken hip. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--W. R. Pattrick and wife left Tuesday with about fifty other prospective land buyers from Fayette for San Benito, Texas. They will be gone about a week. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Thieves entered the residence of Chas. Solberg Monday night about 9 o'clock, but so far as known, failed to take anything, evidently being frightened away by the arrival home of Mr. Solberg and family from the picture show. Entrance was gained through a basement window, the glass being broken out with a rock. >From the disturbed condition of things in the several rooms, the thieves had made a hurried search for money and jewelry. Mr. Solberg reported the matter at once and at the same time invested in a gun which shoots a bullet about the size of a nickel's worth of bologna and says he dares them to try it when he is at home. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--ANDY LITTLE DEAD--The many Higbee friends and acquaintances of Andy Little of Moberly were greatly shocked when word reached here that he had dropped dead at his home in Moberly at 8 o'clock yesterday morning. His death, we learn, was caused from heart failure, superinduced by a severe attack of gastritis. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Roger Warford and Miss Louie Thompson, two popular young people residing south of town, were married at the resident of A. C. Burton on the 22nd by Rev. Notley Magruder. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Edmund Burke left the first of the week for St. Louis where he has been taking a law course in one of the city's best schools for the past three years. He will finish this year. Edmund is a natural orator and has a head full of good hard sense, and it is our guess that he is going to be heard from some day. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Joe Kirby, former county collector, is preparing to move his family to Moberly. Upon leaving office he built a house on his fine farm west of Huntsville and for almost a year has resided there. He will have a sale of his stock and farm product in the near future. Mr. Kirby's future plans will keep him in St. Louis part of each week.--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 24 Sep 1915--Will Rankin, who moved to Butte, Mont, about a year ago, has moved to Los Angeles, Cal, and will raise oranges and lemons, having purchased a fruit ranch near that city. He has the best wishes of a host of Higbee friends for success. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 17 Sep 1915--VICTOR ROBERTS DEAD IN TEXAS? Judge A. C. Gladney reported this afternoon that Victor Roberts, wanted her for the murder of Miss Jessie Duvall in March, 1913, is believed to have died in Waco, Texas, where he is said to have been living under the name of Marion Johnson. Detectives who have been on the trail of Roberts since the murder, are confident that Johnson is the Moberly fugitive, according to Judge Gladney, and they are now in Waco making an investigation to that end. It is possible that "Johnson's" body will be disinterred to make identification positive. Roberts killed the Duvall girl on West Coates street one Saturday night when the throng of shoppers were coming down town by the hundreds. Officers were on the scene of the murder within ten minutes after the fatal shot was fired, but no trace of the fugitive could be found. Bloodhounds were brought from Springfield, and a reward of $300 offered by Gov. Major for Roberts' arrest, but to no avail. He was said to have spent several days in the hills west of this city, but though armed posses searched for him day and night he could not be run to earth. Since that day reports have come from various parts of the country concerning his whereabouts, but all of them when traced to their source, proved to be without foundation--Moberly Monitor, Sept 9. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--REV. S. Y. PITTS DEAD--Rev. S. Y. Pitts, one of the most widely known and best beloved Baptist ministers in the state died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. J. Hunker, in Salisbury Friday of last week, aged 82 years. He is survived by five children--J. A. and Winton Pitts of near Yates, Mrs. A. J. Hunker of Salisbury and Mrs. Mattie Burckhartt and Mrs. J. P. Hammett and Huntsville. Interment was made Sunday at Huntsville. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--A son was born on the 3rd to W. F. Allen and wife of De Kalb. Mrs. Allen will best be remembered as Miss Susie Botts. It is their first child. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Mrs. Wallace Estill, one of Howard county's most highly respected ladies, died at her home near Estill Sunday night, after a short illness. She was 60 years old and is survived by her husband and five children. Interment was made in Mt. Washington, Kansas City. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Dabney Williams, constable at Forest Green attempted to arrest three negroes Saturday night who were under the influence of liquor and were raising a disturbance. He approached the negroes and commanded Isaac White to throw up his hands. White made for Williams, jerking the pistol from his hands and knocked him down with it, and fired several shots at him, one of them striking him in the leg. The bullet severed a blood vessel and for a time it was feared that Williams would bleed to death. White made his escape after the shooting so the Herald is informed and the other two negroes were arrested by Sheriff Hast of Chariton County.--Armstrong Herald. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Silas W. Brundege, electrician at the Fayette Light Plant, lost an index finger on his right hand Saturday afternoon. He was tightening a bolt on the power pump at the deep well, when the wrench slipped. His finger was caught in the cogs of the huge pump and mashed off--Fayette Advertiser. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Price Creson and A. C. Holtzclaw had an experience Wednesday that they are not likely to forget very soon, having came within an ace of being drowned. They were on their way to Huntsville to serve as members of the petit jury and while crossing a bridge a few miles this side of that place it gave way with them when they were about two thirds of the way across it. One of the horses lost its footing, and while it was floundering around in the water Mr. Holtzclaw began to apply the whip to the other horse, which pulled its companion, the buggy and its occupants to safety. It would never have done so had not the floor of the bridge held together. Mr. Creson says he thought their time had come, as the buggy was floating in at least six feet of water. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Born, on the 16th, to Arthur Spicer and wife, a daughter. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Born, on the 13th, to John Jones and wife, a son. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--J. H. Pattrick left the first of the week for Washington, D. C., where he will enter a law school. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--Thos. Walton, Jr, left Wednesday for Columbia where he will enter the Missouri University. He is one of Higbee's steady and most promising young men, and it goes without saying that he will give a good account of himself. As he is an excellent cornetist he will be a valuable acquisition to the University Band. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--RICHARD MAXFIELD DEAD--Edgar Maxfield received a message at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon from Collinsville, Ill, informing him of the death there that day of his brother, Richard Maxfield. The body will arrive here tomorrow for interment in the Botts cemetery west of town. No funeral arrangements will be made until tomorrow. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--S. C. Blythe has sold his residence property in the north part town to Jonas Robb. The price, we learn, was $900, which was certainly a bargain. Mr. Blythe will return to Colorado. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--MRS. SUSAN WHEELER DEAD--Mrs. Susan Wheeler, who fell recently and broke her hip, and whose critical condition was noted in our last issue, died at the home of her son, Will, in this place early Sunday morning, Sept 12. Mrs. Wheeler, whose maiden name was Butler, was born in Galveston, Texas on February 10, 1837, making her 78 years, 8 months and 2 days old. In 1856 she was married to Abner Horton, who with the two children born to them died many years ago. In 1865 she was married to the late W. H. Wheeler. They were the parents of five children, four of whom survive, viz: William and Thomas of this place and James Wheeler of Denver, and a daughter whose name we failed to learn. Deceased was a devout Christian lady, uniting with the Baptist Church when quite young, and had been a member of the church at Higbee for over twenty years. Funeral services were held at the church Monday by the pastor, the Rev. J. T. Riney and interment made in the family burying ground near town. In her death the children have lost a fond and loving mother and the community a noble Christian character. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--The marriage of Louis Webb of this city and Miss Florence Smith of Higbee, took place Sunday afternoon, Aug 22, at St. Francis college Quincy. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. f. Webb of 606 Rock street, and is an employee of the Drake & Johnson Grocery Co. The bride's parents reside in Higbee, but some months past she has been living in this city, staying at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Essig on Sycamore St. --Quincy Illinois Whig. Friday, 17 Sep 1915--LIGHTNING STRIKES WOMAN--During the storm Wednesday night, Mrs. Selmon Harris was struck by lightning and was knocked unconscious for quite a while. At last accounts she was getting along better, but she had not regained her eyesight--Huntsville Times. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

In a message dated 3/24/01 1:51:36 PM Eastern Standard Time, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: > Friday, 9 July 1915--Twins, a girl and a boy, were born on the 7th, to G. E. > Lessly and > wife. > > This would be George Edwin Lessly and his wife Willa Mae Daggs. The children were named Pauline Wilson Lessly and Paul Woodrow Lessly. They were the 9th and 10th children born to George and Willa. Carole

Friday, 10 Sep 1915--J. W. Pattrick and wife, Miller Robb, wife and daughter, and Roy Hitt attended the Ragsdell family reunion at Patrick Doyle's near Middle Grove last Sunday. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Quite a number of relatives and friends gathered at the home of James Wheeler and wife of east of town Sunday, August 29 to celebrate his 74th birthday. Those present were: James Wheeler, Jr. and family, Will Compton and wife, Bennet Wilson and family, Mrs. Minnie Rector and son of Sedalia, J. W. Pattrick and wife, Mrs. James Baker and two daughters, B. Heathman and family, W. H. Duffield, John Smith and wife and Josh Duffield. All report an enjoyable time and hope Uncle Jimmie will live to enjoy many more such birthdays. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--KIDWELL GIVEN TWO YEARS--Chas. Kidwell, who slugged and robbed Warren Tucker here on the night of July 5, was given two years in the pen when his case was heard in circuit court at Huntsville this week. He plead guilty and threw himself on the mercy of the court. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Robert Williams, was very painfully hurt while at work at the Walton mine Wednesday, being caught under a heavy fall of rock, and having his chest quite badly mashed. No bones were broken, however, and Mr. Williams will no doubt be out in a few days. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--The infant son of Martin Mead and wife died on the 8th. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Born, on the 4th, to W. Birch Dougherty and wife, a son. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Born, at Yates, on the 8th, to Lessly Robb and wife, a daughter. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--R. H. Jones, superintendent of Higbee's school several years ago, and for the past three years in charge of the school at Slater, resigned last week to accept a life position with the American Book Company. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Born, on the 4th, to Thos. Evans and wife, a daughter. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Harvey Robb sold his farm of 100 acres west of town the first of the week to Boss Jonee at $40 per acre, and will move to town as soon as he can find a suitable residence. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Mrs. Susan Wheeler, who fell and broke her hip about a month ago, has been in a very critical condition for the past week, and her recovery is doubtful, owing to her age. She is almost 80. Friday, 10 Sep 1915--Ray Holtzclaw left yesterday for Fayette where he will enter Central College. Ray is one of our best and brightest boys and it is our guess that he will always be found close to the head of his class. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments.

Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Edwin Edwards, one of the county's oldest citizens, died at his home near Cairo Saturday of last week, aged 90 years. He is survived by five sons and a daughter. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--The sinking of the Arabic whether intentional or unintentional, is no cause for war, says Mr. Bryan. It would tax the ingenuity of the Germans to find something to do that Mr. Bryan would consider good cause for war--K. C. Journal. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--(Kathy's notes: There is a tribute in the paper on the front page to Mrs. D. H. Brundege, which adds nothing genealogically to her obituary, but is a long, long wordy sermon, with poem, that her descendants might find interesting. I place this note here, to let the descendants know which issue to find it in.) Friday, 3 Sep 1915--A dwelling house in the south west part of town, owned by the Northern Central Coal Co, and occupied by John Devore, was destroyed by fire about four o'clock Saturday morning, together with all of its contents. It is not known how the fire originated. The fire was first discovered in the roof, and by the time a sufficient number had collected to be of any service the fire had gained such headway that there was nothing to do but stand and watch it burn. Only Mr. Devore and one of his sons were at home at the time, the rest of the family being on a visit in Monroe county. Mr. Devore, we understand, says he got up about three or four o'clock and started a fire in the kitchen range, and went back to bed, intending to get up about five and get breakfast. He carried an insurance of $900 on his household goods, including a piano, with J. T. Randolph. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--RANDOLPH COUNTY'S OLDEST MAN--The Huntsville Herald of last week, which devoted a great deal of space to the Old Settlers' Reunion, said of Judge May M. Burton of this place: "Judge May Burton, Randolph County's oldest native born citizen for many years one of Huntsville's most prominent and respected citizens, now resides at the home of his son, Ambrose Burton at Higbee. On December 14, 1915 he will celebrate his 93rd birthday. Though practically helpless, and with failing eyesight he is the same genial, kindly man as of yore. In a recent letter to friends here written in a beautiful hand, the judge expresses his great resignation to the Divine will and sends words of cheer to all friends. His one regret is his non-residence among his former associates in Huntsville. At this old settlers day, mutual greetings of friendship are exchanged through the Herald columns, though age keeps the Judge as many others from this great reunion." Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Mrs. Edith Webb returned Friday from a visit with her aunt, Mrs. P. E. True of Kansas City. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Joseph Bush and wife of Delaware, Okla. are the guests of Moses Stevenson and wife and other relatives and friends. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--John Palfrey and wife of Colorado Springs were called home the first of the week by the death of the latter's father, J. K. Warford. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--C. M. MARKLEY DEAD--C. M. Markley formerly of this place, died at his home near Santa Fe, Monroe county at 2:30 p.m., August 27, 1915. He had returned only two weeks before from New Mexico where he had been for three or four years in hope of regaining his health. But it was not to be, and realizing that he had but a few months to live he came back to his old home that he might spend his few remaining days with old friends. While he was very weak from tuberculosis, paralysis was the cause of his death, being stricken at 3:00 a.m. and dying at 2:30 p.m. Mr. Markley was in his 53rd year, having been born in Carroll county, Ill, on August 31, 1862. He was a citizen of Higbee for something like twenty years or more, and all that knew him were his friends. He is survived by his widow and three children--Mrs. Golden Story of Idaho, Charles and Miss Georgia Markley--all of whom have the sympathy of the community. Interment was made at Santa Fe. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Misses Julia Edwards, Bertha Davis and William Webb and J. A. Kirby attended the Howard county teachers' meeting at Fayette Saturday. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Chas. Therfelder and wife, who removed from Gilliam to California two years ago, arrived Monday for a visit with their daughters, Mrs. A. B. Guerin. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--C. M. Markley, who died at his old home in Monroe county last week, was a member of the Higbee lodge of the Woodmen of the World in which he carried insurance to the amount of $1000. The lodge was organized eighteen years ago and Mr. Markley is the only member it has lost by death. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--W. H. Magruder was here from near Yates Friday and informed us that an effort was being made to build a church building at Old Log Chapel, Howard county, for the use of all denominations. All persons who feel interested in the matter and would like to contribute anything can see Robert Jackson, Sam'l Robb or J. F. Robb. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Raymond Edwards, who was recently appointed to a cadetship in the navy by Congressman Rucker, left Sunday night for Annapolis, Md., where he will enter the preparatory school. On passing the required examination, to be held some time in the spring or early summer, he will enter the naval school proper. He was accompanied as far as St. Louis by his brother-in-law, John Rankin. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Miss Eula Hardwick of Moberly, is the guest of her uncle, W. I. Williams, and family. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Mrs. Mary Owens of Moberly is the guest of her granddaughter, Mrs. Virgil Thompson. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--B. C. Wolfe and wife of Moberly are the guests of the latter's brother, R. C. Campbell. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--The 18-months-old son of James Williamson and wife of southwest of town died last Sunday. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--S. T. Mobley of near Myers was quite badly shaken up last Friday, when he fell from his barn loft. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Mrs. Susan Wheeler, aged 79, who fell two weeks ago and broke her hip, is not doing as well as her family and friends had hoped for. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Homer Spurling, a cousin of Postmaster May Spurling, died at his home near Centralia last Sunday morning after a short illness. He was 32 years old and is survived by his wife and 4-year-old daughter. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--J. K. WARFORD DEAD--John Kirby Warford, familiarly known as alias "Jack," who had been in poor health for years from stomach trouble, died at his home southwest of town at 3:00 a.m. Monday, August 30, 1915. About three months ago he was in a very critical condition and it was not thought possible that he could survived, but he got up and around and was able to come to town, making his last visit about two weeks ago, at which time he seemed to be slowly but steadily improving. He again took to his bed, but was not considered in any immediate danger until the night of his death, when he was seized in the side with a pain which was almost unendurable, and which was the immediate cause of his death, which came as a great shock to his family and friends. Mr. Warford was born in Howard county on September 13, 1852, and with the exception of a year or two spent in Colorado for the benefit of his health, had spent the greater part of his life on the farm where he died. He was married to Miss Susan Frances Holtzclaw on February 4, 1875, who, with the following named children, survives him: Alex, Luther, William and John Warford, Mmes. Ida Kirby and John and Joseph Palfrey. He also leaves a wide circle of relatives and perhaps as many real friends as any man who ever lived in this entire section. We were proud to number him among our friends, and in a quarter of a century of intimate dealings with him found him to be a gentleman of the highest honor and integrity and one whose word was considered as good as his bond, and others found him the same. In his death the community as well as his family has suffered an irreparable loss. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at Bethel by Eld. J. Hollis Bradley of the Church of Christ, with which Mr. Warford had long been connected, and the large concourse of sorrowing friends--the largest seen at the church in years--spoke more eloquently than words of the esteem in which he was held. We join the community in sympathy to the bereaved ones. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--Moses Cleeton, more familiarly known as "Dink," who was here from near Renick Monday the guest of relatives and friends, came within an ace, and perhaps a little closer, of dying on the streets, having choked on a piece of beef steak while eating in Hare's Cafe late in the afternoon. As soon as he began to choke, Mr. Cleeton rushed out of the cafe and made for Cleeton's drug store diagonally across the street, knowing that Drs. Nichols and Campbell made their headquarters there. In the meantime Mr. Hare had rushed out on the street and called to Dr. Nichols who was just starting up the stairs to his office, telling him the trouble, and the latter rushed up stairs to his office, telling him the trouble, and the latter rushed up stairs to get some kind of an instrument. About this time Mr. Cleeton reached the sidewalk, where he fell. C. W. Williams, who had heard Mr. Hare call to Dr. Nichols, seeing that there was no time to wait for the latter to return from his office, with rare presence of mind hit Mr. Cleeton in the pit of the stomach with all the force at his command. It was a lucky punch, for the steak was not only loosened, but knocked out on the pavement. Mr. Cleeton was some time in recovering from the choking and fright. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--We are in receipt of a letter from Albert Towels of Victor, Colo, denying the report, printed in our last issue, that he and Miss Hazel Giles were recently married. He says the report was evidently started by gossips who had nothing else to do, and promises to send them special invitations should he ever get married. In the meantime he advises them to read the daily papers and learn of the European war and things really worth talking about. Friday, 3 Sep 1915--S. J. COPHER DIES SUDDENLY--The Rev. S. J. Copher, 51 years old, died at 7:30 o'clock Friday evening at the residence of Samuel Craighead, 12 miles south of Centralia. Death was due to apoplexy, the Rev. Copher dying within twenty minutes after he was stricken. At the time he was preparing to go to Hickory Grove church, in that vicinity, where he was conducting a revival meeting. He was in this city Thursday and was apparently enjoying the best of health. Mr. Copher was born May 6, 1864. He is survived by his wife and an adopted daughter, two brothers, "Pet" Copher, of Texas, and W. H. Copher, of Troy. The remains were brought to this city on Wabash train No. 13 yesterday afternoon and taken to the family residence, 433 E. Rollins street. The Rev. Copher has made his home in this city for many years. He numbered his friends by his acquaintances, and news of his death comes as a great shock to all. For years he had been the pastor of various country churches of the Christian denomination in this and adjoining counties. He was looked upon as a factor for good in the civic and religious life of the community.--Moberly Monitor, Aug 29. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Sorry, I found the Mt. Salem Cemetary on the Randolph Co. page and looked through it. It also had the directions. Thanks, Phyllis

Can anyone tell me if there is a Mt. Salem Church and Cemetary in Randolph Co? If so where is it located? Thanks, Phyllis

Friday, 27 Aug 1915--YOUNG'S LAST WIFE DEAD--Salt Lake City, Utah, Aug. 21--Eliza Burgess Young, last survivor of Brigham Young's wives died at her home here last night. She was a native of Lancashire, England, and had lived in Utah since 1843. She was 87 years old. Her death closes the estate of the noted Morman leader, who died in 1877. His will provided a life annuity for each of the 19 wives who survived him. the estate, amounting to about a million dollars, after the satisfaction of claims, was incorporated into a trust company, which discharged the provisions of the will. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Wednesday, August 25 was a big day at the home of Ben Duprai and wife of south of town, it being their 25th wedding anniversary, and the occasion was fittingly celebrated with a big dinner. They are the parents of ten children all of whom are living. The number 25 played quite a part of this celebration, Mr. Duprai being born in Austria on August 25, 1865, and married on August 25, 1890. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--ITEMS FROM RUCKER--Mrs. Kate Byrum had a paralytic stroke Sunday evening and is in a very bad condition. Lawrence Olds and wife of Moberly came down Saturday night to visit Mrs. Old's aunt Mrs. G. W. Lawrence. J. S. White of Columbia came up Sunday to spend a few days with old friends and see his sons, Roy and Grandie. O. W. Green and wife of Sturgeon were Rucker visitors Sunday, coming out to see the latter's sister, Mrs. Iva White. Mrs. D. H. Brundege died at her home in Sturgeon Monday and was buried at Perche Tuesday. Funeral was preached by Eld. Copher of Moberly. She leaves a large circle of friends and relatives mourn her departure. August Thielke and wife of Wynn, Ark, came in last week to see their brother-in-law, Oscar White, who got so seriously hurt in the Perche church accident, and will remain for a few days. Mr. Thielke is a fireman on the Iron Mountain. Oscar White, who got so badly hurt in the accident at Perche, is no better at this writing and the chances are that he will never recover. The best medical aid and the best surgeons have been consulted and all agree that it is a hopeless case. Sad, indeed, it is, when loving hands have done all in their power to no avail. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--SAYS MURE MADE BAD DEED--The Commercial Bank of Boonville swore out a warrant for John Mure, well known coal operator who sold the Russell coal mine to the Howard County Coal Company two years ago, charging him with giving a fraudulent deed. The Boonville Republican gave the following account of the transaction: A coal mine which didn't pan out just as it was hoped it would to take care of an 8 per cent $5000 note probably brought John Mure of Higbee, Mo, to trouble. Mure was arrested yesterday in Higbee by James Miller, chief of police, on a complaint signed by E. W. Chilton stating that Mure had attempted to cheat and defraud the Commercial Bank of Boonville when he gave the bank a deed of trust on 80 acres of land to cover a $5000 note and failed to say anything about two other deeds of trust which covered the same land. Mr. Mure, however, says that he has not drawn the full $5000, and his attorney R. M. Bagby of Fayette who came with him, says there is about $2,600 involved. On May 17, 1913, so the complaint runs, Mr. Mure borrowed $3,000 from the citizens' Trust Company and gave a deed of trust to Howard County land to W. W. Kingsbury, trustee, to secure it and also executed another deed of trust, with W. W. Kingsbury as trustee, to secure to F. S. Sauter a note for $1,000. About six months later, Mr. Mure executed to John Silvey as trustee, to secure the Commercial Bank of Boonville the payment of a note of $5,000 dated November 1, 1913, due one year after this date with interest from date at the rate of 8 per cent per annum to be compounded if not paid annually, a deed of trust on the same land that the previous two deeds covered without reciting in the deed anything about the two former deeds, so the petition states. The bank charges that he did so with the intent to cheat and defraud it. Mr. Mure waived preliminary hearing and gave his bond for appearance at the October term of circuit court for $1,000. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mr. Mure, we understand, denies most emphatically that he obtained any money from the bank under false pretenses, and his friends are confident that he will be able to prove his innocence. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--The warmest sympathy of his legion of friends throughout the county goes out to County School superintendent S. B. McCully in the death of his beloved wife. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER--A surprise birthday dinner was given at the home of Mr. R. Jones of near Yates on Sunday, August 22, in honor of Mrs. Jones and her daughter, Mrs. Edgar Maxfield. Everyone came with well filled baskets and a most enjoyable time was spent by all. Those present: W. J. Phillips and wife, Steve Pitney and wife, Ed Dennis and family, Boss Jones and family, Edgar Maxfield and family, Frank Pitney and family, Cooper Dennis and family, Chas. Robb and family, Joel Robb and family, Chas. Ware and family, Robert Edwards and family, Will Robb and family, Mrs. N. A. Nicholas and son, Bro. Wilcoxson of Fulton, Lee Burton and wife, Lessley Burton, Mrs. Andrew Ewing and little son of Omaha, Dysart Nicholas and family, Mrs. Ann Ware and Mrs. Almire Nicholas. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Born, on the 22nd, to Chas. Kirby and wife, a daughter. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Miss Evelyn Elgin of Oklahoma was the guest of her aunt, Miss Lucy Elgin last week. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--R. L. Herron left Wednesday for Sturgis, Ky., in response to a message stating that his father, T. H. Herron was dead. He was 88 years old. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Frank, Thomas and Ed Pitney, sons of O. S. Pitney, left the first of the week for the San Francisco exposition. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Oscar Fowler and wife and daughter, Mrs. Ray Hill, returned Tuesday from a visit with Oklahoma relatives. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Arthur Greeno has been on crutches since Friday, when he had his left foot quite badly mashed by a rock while at work in the Walton mine. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Eva Walden of Columbia and Mrs. J. W. Yeager of Moberly are the guests of their sisters, Mrs. W. H. Burton. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. E. L. Winn of near Myers, died on the 22nd, aged 46 years. She is survived by her husband and one sister. Interment was made at Bethel church. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--B. F. Powell of Gilliam was here the first of the week, the guest of his brother, Henry, and wife. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Thomas Towles and son, Arthur returned Friday from a visit with Wm. Towles and wife at Bowen. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Ida Stockwell and family on Montrose, Ia, were the guests of her brother, E. B. Foley, during the week. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Maud Frantz returned to her home in Michigan Friday, after a visit with her brother, Wm. Kelso and other relatives. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Lee Mead and daughter, Mrs. Chas. Daugherty of near Myers, returned Wednesday from a visit with relatives in Iowa. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Dr. T. Dinwiddie, who purchased a new Ford last week, sold it to D. W. Sweezer Saturday and purchased Warford Bros.' Ford. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--John Owens, and son, Ralph, and daughter, Miss Ressie, who have been the guests of Joel Owen and wife, will leave for their home in Ft. Collins, Colo, Sunday, stopping in Kansas City for a short visit with his sister, Mrs. O. W. Hume. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--S. E. Marrs, J. A. Barnett, Leonard Foster, Grover Robb, Mmes. T. H. Dinwiddie, T. H. Walton and Walton Burton attended the funeral of Mrs. D. H. Brundege at Perche Church last Tuesday. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Chloe Lowe of Eureka, who had been at the bedside of her grandmother, Mrs. D. H. Brundege, of Sturgeon, for the past two months, returned to her home today after a short visit with Willard Brundege and wife. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Will Short was here from Moberly Sunday to attend the ball game. He informed us that he would be in the race for county treasurer next year, and that he expected better results than at the last election, when he was defeated by only eight votes. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--MRS. SAM MCCULLY DEAD--Mrs. Martha Florence McCully died at 7 o'clock last night at the family home, 821 West Rollins street after an illness of a little more than three weeks. Mrs. McCully's death was caused by typhoid fever, and came as a great shock to her relatives and friends, as it was thought she was recovering. About 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, however, she suffered a relapse and all efforts to prolong her life proved futile. Surviving Mrs. McCully are her husband, Sam B. McCully, a daughter, Miss Alliene; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Brockman, of Moberly; a sister, Mrs. Ora Gunn, of Huntsville, and five brothers, Wm. Brockman, of Clifton Hill; Ellis, Soc and Howard Brockman, of Moberly, and Evan Brockman, of Kansas City. The deceased was a member of the Fourth Street Methodist church and the Rebekah lodge. Funeral services will be held from the Fourth Street Methodist church at 2 o'clock Tomorrow afternoon, conducted by the Revs. Boyd and Smith and burial will be made in Oakland cemetery.--Moberly Monitor, Aug. 24. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--MRS. D. H. BRUNDEGE DEAD--Margaret Frances Johnson was born Sept 22, 1843, in Howard county, and died at her home in Sturgeon on August 22, 1915. She was united in marriage to D. H. Brundege on January 20, 1859, and in the same year united with Christian church at Perche. To this union three daughters and five sons were born, one daughter dying at the age of five, and another living to be the mother of nine children and dying in 1904. She is survived by her husband, D. H. Brundege, and five children, viz: Mrs. T. B. Bradley, Hinton; J. W. Brundege, Eureka; W. W. Brundege, Higbee; R. W. Brundege, Hinton; S. W. Brundege, Fayette and D. W. Brundege, St. Louis, besides twenty-nine grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Interment was made Tuesday at Perche. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--BIG LAND DEAL--One of the largest real estate deals made in this section recently was the purchase last week by E. A. Morgan of Temple, Florida, of the 230-acre farm of G. R. Rennolds, near Elliott, and which Mr. Rennolds has owned for thirty-five years. The consideration was $100 per acre. Mr. Morgan also purchased Mr. Rennolds' fine herd of cattle, as well as the hogs and other stock on the place, the whole transaction bring Mr. Rennolds $27,350. The trade, we learn, was made through W. L. Rennolds of Moberly. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Wednesday, Aug. 25 was a big day at the home of Jeptha Harris and wife of east of town, it being the 80th birthday anniversary of Mr. Harris' mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Harris. Relatives and friends to the number of 108 were present and all enjoyed the day and the big dinner, and late in the afternoon all departed wishing Mrs. Harris many more such happy occasions. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Belle Murphy was made a very happy woman about two weeks ago by the receipt of a letter from her son, Mark, who is in the navy, telling her that his ship would be at San Francisco for some time and for her to come out and they would see the exposition together. She left for San Francisco one day last week and will visit relatives in Idaho before her return. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Roy ("Croppie") Jones, who recently secured his release from the army, arrived home Sunday, and says he has had all the army life he wants. He enlisted less than a year ago, and was stationed in Honolulu when he received his discharge papers. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--Mrs. Susan Wheeler, aged 80 years, who makes her home with her son, W. H. Wheeler, while walking about the yard last Friday fell and broke her hip. She suffered a similar accident about a year ago. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--JOHN PALMATARY DEAD--John Palmatary died at his home near Myers on Saturday, August 20, 1915, of tuberculosis, from which he had suffered almost a year. He was the son of William and Annie Palmatary, and was 26 years, 4 months and 10 days old. He was married to Miss Lizzie Colly in March, 1909. They were the parents of four children, one of whom died in infancy. Besides his wife and three children, he is survived by three sisters and four brothers, viz: Mmes. Jas. Comstock, Ed Foley and Garl Ransdals, and James, Lee, William and Tyre Palmatary. Funeral services were held Sunday at New Hope by Rev. S. Quick, the Scripture lesson being the 14th chapter of Job. The large crowd of friends assembled spoke more highly than words of the esteem in which he was held. He was a kind husband and loving father and in his death the community has suffered the loss of a good, kind-hearted man. Friday, 27 Aug 1915--It was reported here this week that Albert Towles, who recently left for a short stay at Colorado Springs, and Miss Hazel Giles, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Giles, who recently moved to Victor, Colo, were married one day last week. We have been unable to verify the report. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 20 Aug 1915--WOMAN NEAR MILTON ATTACKED--Luther Gentry, a young man near Clark, was arrested Saturday, charged with criminal assault upon Mrs. Minnie Embree of Old Milton six miles north of Madison. His bond was placed at $400. Gentry denied the charge admitting that he was at Mrs. Embree's home the day of the alleged assault claiming that her younger brother was there at the same time. The complaint was made by Mrs. Embree whose husband is said to a cousin of the man held. gentry waived preliminary hearing and will be tried at the next session of the Circuit Court. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--An accident happened west of town last Sunday that has caused no little comment and no doubt will not go by unnoticed. Mrs. Agnes Whitmore was coming from her fathers and when she came to the last turn in the road at Mrs. Stocker's gate an automobile loaded with negroes ran into her buggy taking off two wheels. Mrs. Whitmore was thrown from the buggy and rendered unconscious and when she came to herself the horse was walking along dragging her along. She called to the horse and it stopped. She asked the negroes if they would bring her to town in the car which they refused to do. They drove off and left her to walk to town and lead the horse. Fortunately no bones were broken but she was bruised up considerably. The negroes refused to give their names but Mrs. Whitmore took the number of the car and found out that they were from Keytesville and were coming from Glasgow. No doubt all that saved Mrs. Whitmore's life was that the horse did not run off--Roanoke Items in Armstrong Herald. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie purchases a new 5-passenger Ford the first of the week. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--G. W. Coons is suffering from a broken collar bone and a badly bruised head, sustained while in bathing last Sunday. In diving, his head came in contact with a post. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--George Edwards has purchase the Elbert Robb farm southeast of town. We did not learn the price paid. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Emmett Robb, who had a slight stoke of paralysis last week, is improving, we are pleased to state. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Will Tippit and family of McAlester, Okla, arrived Sunday for a visit with his sister, Mrs. John Rankin, and other relatives. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Ernest Brook is sporting a new 6-cylinder Paige, trading his 4-cylinder car, purchased a few months ago, in on it last Saturday. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--J. T. Randolph was called to Edina Friday of last week to see his mother who was stricken with paralysis. He returned Monday leaving her much better. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Mrs. John Thomas of Mulberry, Kansas, is the guest of Higbee friends. She informs us that they have traded their hotel there for property in Coffeyville but will likely locate in Colorado. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--T. J. Davis writes us from Marceline: "Enclosed fine $2 for THE NEWS. We are all well and working fairly well for this time of year. Our second daughter, Evelyn, was married July 18, and lives in Kansas City. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Mrs. John Whitmore, while returning last Sunday from a visit with her mother, Mrs. S. B. Fugate, of near Roanoke, had the buggy she was driving all but demolished by an automobile driven by parties from Keytesville. Although the buggy was turned over, Mrs. Whitmore escaped without any serious injury. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Mary Burton, colored, widow of the late "Uncle" Abe Burton, and one of the few remaining old-time darkies, died at her home southeast of town Thursday of last week after a short illness, aged 82 years. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Miss Pearl Forsythe, while hurriedly lowering a window during the rain Tuesday, cut a deep gash across the back of her right hand when she accidentally broke the glass. The wound proved a very painful one and she has since been carrying her hand in a sling. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Miss Eurline Embree returned home after a two months' visit with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Ewing at Richfield, Neb. She was accompanied by Mrs. Ewing and little son, Glenn, who will spend several months with her uncle, Chas. Ware and family. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--T. L. Warford was here Monday from Madison, coming to see the Blues go against the Quincy Three-I Leaguers. He was made as sick as the rest of us over the result, but his faith in Higbee as the pennant winner was not shaken one whit. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Thomas Robb and Miss Rosie Coons, two popular young people of this vicinity were married in Huntsville on August 14 at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. E. E. Bostick. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Wayland Patterson has been carrying his nose in a sling, so to speak, all week, a prop he was handling while at work Friday falling and striking him squarely on the end of the nose, and tearing the skin loose on both sides to his cheeks. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--MRS. E. M. WHITMORE DEAD--As the sinking of the sun in the west marked the close of the quiet Sabbath day, so the quiet and peaceful death came to our dear neighbor and friend, marking the close of her earthly life, and she entered into that rest in the Father's Kingdom, which Jesus hath gone to prepare for her. She had been in poor health for about a year and was confined to her bed the greater part of the last two months, always bearing her afflictions with patience and was ready to go when the Master called. Everything that mortal hands could do for her comfort was done by the loving hands of husband, step-son and sisters, and she seemed so happy in knowing they were ever near to minister to her wants. Mrs. Whitmore, (Lucy Snell) was born Nov 5, 1843, in Howard county near Fayette, Mo, and departed this life Aug 15, 1915, at her home in Higbee, Mo. She had resided here about 40 years. She united with the Friendship Baptist church near Fayette at the age of twenty years and was a member of Higbee Baptist church at her death. She was married to T. M. Pitney in 1880, who died in 1885. She was married to E. M. Whitmore in 1889, who with a step-son, Dr. Orville Pitney of Denver, Colo, survives her. Also nine brothers and sisters, viz: Mrs. Nan Newby of Kennett, Mrs. John McCausland of Fayette, Mrs. Marquis Ashly of Sedalia, Mrs. T. R. Ketchum of Fayette, John Snell of Oklahoma, Tom Snell of New Mexico, Luther Tatum, Kennett, Colton Tatum, Fayette, and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives present from a distance were: Mrs. N. Newby, Mr. and Mrs. John McCausland, Mrs. Marquis Ashly, Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Ketchum, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Tatum, Miss Ann Snell, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Grimes, Jr. and children, Mr. and Mrs. Griggby, Mrs. Ethel Simmons, Mrs. J. D. Marshall, Misses Ruth and Opal Tatum, Mr. and Mrs. Tatum Ketchum, Mrs. Jessie O'Neal, Jas Delaney, John Franklin and Dr. and Mrs. Orville Pitney and children. The funeral services were held at the residence at 2:00 o'clock on Tuesday by Rev. N. B. Green who had been her pastor here some 18 years ago, and had often been in her home. His scripture lesson was taken from St. John, 14th chapter, in which is found these words of comfort: "Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God; believe also in me." The large crowd of friends assembled to pay their last tribute of respect, regardless of the falling rain, spoke more eloquently of the esteem in which she was held than any eulogy that could be written. And in the death of Mrs. Whitmore the community has suffered the loss of a dear, good woman--one who was a true friend and good, kind neighbor, always the same. One of the sweetest remembrances of her is this: we never in all our acquaintance heard her say an unkind thing about anyone but always speaking of the good in people. To her loved ones and friends she has left the precious gift of sweet memories. (Poem follows.) Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Thos. Williams, who keeps "bachelor's hall" in West Side Addition, recently invested in about a dozen mouse traps to rid the house of the mice, which were about to take it. Several days ago he noticed that every trap would be sprung the next morning, but empty. As he was about to retire the other night he heard one of the traps go off and thought he would investigate, when he found that he had caught a 4-foot water moccasin, which he lost no time in killing. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--I. J. Embree will likely remember for a long time to come the visit made to Higbee Monday by the Quincy, Ill, ball team, although he did not see the game. He was out in the diamond helping get the water out of the pitcher's box, when he was struck squarely in the left ear by a batted ball. He was rushed to town in an automobile and given prompt medical attention. His ear was badly torn, or mashed, rather, and it was thought for a time that his jaw was fractured. Had the ball struck him in the temple, Mr. Embree would no doubt have been instantly killed. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--Thos Hall of Elliott, who works at mine No. 11, was quite badly hurt Thursday by a fall of coal. At the time of going to press, we could not learn the extent of his injury. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--MRS. GEO. PERKINS DEAD--Mrs. Cora A. Perkins, wife of G. E. Perkins, died at the home of her parents August 15, 1915, of tuberculosis, from which she had been suffering for several months. She was the only child of D. W. and N. J. Sweezer, and was born Feb 5, 1875, hence was 40 years, 6 months and 10 days old at the time of her death. She was married to G. E. Perkins May 6, 1904. To this union five children were born, one dying in infancy. She united with the Church of Christ at Fairview in 1912. As long as she was able she was faithful to attend church and seemed to enjoy the worship of her Savior. She leaves father, mother, husband and four small children and a host of relatives and friends to mourn. Funeral services were held Monday by J. H. Bradley and the body laid to rest to await the resurrection morn, when the bodies of those who sleep in Jesus will hear the call of the Master and will come forth from the grave and shall be clothed in immortality and enjoy the rich blessings of God forever. Such a sad scene to see a mother taken from her little children. Mother will endure mental anguish and physical pain that her children may be happy, clothed and fed. She will face the greatest peril, forego extreme torture and pluck roses from the thorns of life that she may scatter them in the paths of those she loves. The large concourse of friends evidence the high esteem in which she was held. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--S. E. Marrs and family, John F. Smith and wife and Mose Stevenson and daughter, Miss Edna, and several others whose names we failed to learn, attended the dedication of the new Ashland Christian church Sunday. All report an immense crowd and a most pleasant and profitable day. Friday, 20 Aug 1915--This town was almost depopulated Saturday, all who could raise the price going to the circus at Moberly. Strange, isn't it, how considerate parents are when the children want to see a circus? Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Yes, she is. Algerena (Kate) (White) married Henry T. Byrum, her 3rd husband. Her mother was also a Brundridge. Beth Wilson Barbara6325@aol.com wrote: > In a message dated 3/24/01 5:12:23 PM Central Standard Time, > mkbowlin@iland.net writes: > > Does anyone know if Kate Byrum is the wife of Henry Thomas Byram, son of > William W. Byram and Lucy Bundredge? Be interested in hearing. Thanks > Barbara Byram Milman > > Friday, 23 July 1915--ITEMS FROM RUCKER--I. M. Porter of Perche and Mrs. > > Brown > > of near Sturgeon were married Sunday. > > Mrs. Lulu Gray of Renick is visiting her mother Mrs. Kate Byrum, who is > > very > > sick. > >

In a message dated 3/24/01 5:12:23 PM Central Standard Time, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: Does anyone know if Kate Byrum is the wife of Henry Thomas Byram, son of William W. Byram and Lucy Bundredge? Be interested in hearing. Thanks Barbara Byram Milman > Friday, 23 July 1915--ITEMS FROM RUCKER--I. M. Porter of Perche and Mrs. > Brown > of near Sturgeon were married Sunday. > Mrs. Lulu Gray of Renick is visiting her mother Mrs. Kate Byrum, who is > very > sick. >

Friday, 13 Aug 1915--SERIOUS ACCIDENT AT OLD PERCHE CHURCH--The work of razing Old Perche church, near Rucker, to make way for a modern concrete building, which began Tuesday, resulted in a sad accident at 4:30 p.m., which will likely cost the life of Oscar White, one of the best and most highly respected men of that locality. With several others Mr. White was on the gable of the building removing the rafters, when the end wall suddenly gave way and fell. Mr. White was caught under it, a large timber striking him at the waist and pining him to the ground. when he was extricated it was found that he was paralyzed from the waist down, and the latest report as to his condition was to the effect that he had one chance in a hundred. Mr. White is about 40 years of age and is the father of seven children, and his host of friends join THE NEWS in a prayer for his recovery. A large crowd of spectators and workers were standing in front of the wall when it fell, and how half dozen or more were not killed outright is a mystery to all who were present. Those who were on the building with Mr. White were severely bruised by the fall but all escaped serious injury. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER--Friday, August 6th, was the 74th birthday of Mrs. Susan Dennis, and she had planned to go visiting but her relatives and friends had other plans. At an early hour the guests began arriving with well filled baskets laden with all the good things to eat that one can imagine and at the noon hour the baskets were opened and a royal feast was spread. Those who had the pleasure of being with Mrs. Dennis on this happy event were: Joel Robb and family, Charley Robb and family, Emmett Barron and family, William Magruder and family, Dysart Nicholas and family, Mrs. Arthur Daggs and daughter, Mrs. John W. Robertson, Robert Jackson and wife, Sam Robb and family, H. T. Smith and family, Johnson Grapes and family, "Curl" Pitney and family, Rolie Jones and wife, Mrs. Edgar Maxfield and children, Ed Dennis and family, Robert Edwards and family, Everett Jackson and family, Jeff Robb and wife, Chas. Ware and family, Miller Robb and family, O. S. Pitney and wife, Mrs. W. J. Phillips, Mrs. Virgil Phillips and daughter, Burl Wheeler and family, Mrs. Alfred Dennis, Mrs. Ben Pitney and children, Mrs. W. T. Williams, Mrs. B. T. Magruder and son, Mrs. Estill Robb and children, Mrs. J. M. Hedgecock and daughter, Mrs. Nellie Nicholas, Mrs. Almira Nicholas, Mrs. Anne Ware, Mrs. Mary Ann Robb, Mrs. V. J. Reilly and little daughter, Gertrude Lyons, Willard Grapes, Bob Page, Beulah Williams, Opal Magruder, Dora Tucker, Milton Williams, Marie and Lucile Blansett, Eulalia Reiley, Sid Fisher and Sam Robb and family. A FRIEND. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--SUITS FOR DIVORCE--The following suits for divorce were filed in circuit court this morning: John vs. Daisy Hudson---Mary E., vs. Tyra W. Harris.---Nettie vs. James Wallace.---Attorney F. E. Murrell represents the first two plaintiffs and Attorney N. C. Johnson of Huntsville is representing Mrs. Wallace. All the cases will come up for trial at the September term of court in Huntsville.--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Born, on August 7, to Hiram Webster and wife, a son. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--E. J. Turner returned Monday from Woodward, Ok, where he was called Thursday of last week by the death of his mother. She was 68 years old. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--C. M. Markley who moved to New Mexico several years ago in the hope of regaining his health, has given up his long and hard fight, and in compliance with his request is to be brought back to his old home to spend his few remaining days among old friends. He is expected to arrive with his family today or tomorrow. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Mrs. W. W. Adams had a suit in Justice Magruder's court Monday for damages against M. A. Simms, he having ran into her buggy while hauling props to No. 11 mine recently, knocking one of the wheels off and otherwise damaging the vehicle. After a short deliberation the jury returned the verdict for the full amount asked---about $15. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Born, on the 11th, to rich Griffith and wife, a daughter. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Born, on the 6th, to Joseph Slaughter and wife, a son. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Elbert Robb will leave tomorrow for Albuquerque, New Mexico with the view of locating. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Hugh Mooney has disposed of his farm near Clark and will leave in a few days for Montana, where he will probably locate. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Mrs. J. R. Herbertson of McKeysport, Pa, is the guest of her parents, John Egley and wife. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Howard Turner and wife of St. Louis are the guests of the former's parents, E. J. Turner and wife. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Wm. Whitmore, who has been suffering from cancer of the face for some time, went to Kansas City Wednesday to consult a specialist. He was accompanied by his son, Jas. F. and Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Misses Ruth and Esther Robb of Higbee visited at the home of their uncle, Harley Crews, the first of the week. they went to Rocheport Monday, and will stop over here on their return home---New Franklin News. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Emmett Robb suffered a slight stroke of paralysis Tuesday, his entire left side being affected. As yet, he has not recovered the use of his left arm. His many friends join THE NEWS in the earnest hope that he will soon be his old self again. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Cottie Cleeton leaves this week for Salt Lake City on his annual flight from hay fever, to be gone for a month or two. the prescription department will be looked after by Ira Cleeton, who is a registered pharmacist, having recently passed the examination required by the state board. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Mrs. Belle Cole was very much surprised Tuesday when she awoke from a nap in the afternoon and heard someone rambling around in the kitchen and dining room, and thinking it was her brother, R. G. Duncan, she called to the latter, but receiving no response, got up to investigate and came face to face with a big husky tramp, who made a move for his hip pocket as if to draw a weapon, but the bluff did not scare Mrs. Cole a little bit. She gave the fellow one of her severest looks and made a dive for him with the words, "Now you get out of here!"--and he got. Going to the door she called to some men at Brundege's shop and they soon landed the fellow, but not until they had quite a tussle with him and broken most of the thirteen eggs he had taken and concealed in his pockets. We learn that a shoe knife which he is supposed to have swiped from Hawkins' shoe shop was also found in his possession. The fellow was landed in jail by Marshal Williams and his prosecution put up to Constable Bagby. He was liberated next day, Mr. Duncan not caring to prosecute him, we learn. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--BROTHERS CAME TO BLOWS--James and Miller Warford became involved in a dispute on the streets early last Saturday morning over a Ford car which they jointly own and came to blows, but were separated before the fight had gone one round. Neither was hurt and the set-to was called a draw by all who saw it. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--PICKERING-NEWMAN--Mr. Russell Pickering and Miss Elizabeth Newman of this place were married in Moberly Friday, August 6, 1915, by Justice Everett Hamilton, and left for Kansas City to spend a few days with relatives. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Newman and is popular with all who know her. Mr. Pickering is one of our best known and popular young men, and has been employed as signalman by the Alton for the past two years. The NEWS joins others in best wishes. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Ben C. and Samuel Hitt of Fayette were here Tuesday on their way to the fair at San Francisco. They will also visit relatives in Idaho. Friday, 13 Aug 1915--Mrs. Chlo Lowe of Eureka, who has been staying with her grandmother, Mrs. D. H. Brundege of Sturgeon, who is very sick, is the guest of her uncle, Willard Brundege, and wife. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 6 Aug 1915--THE OLDEST LIVING PERSON? The Missourian has spoken of the oldest living man (92) in Howard county, but he is still youthful compared with the county's oldest lady. Mrs. Golden, who is living with her son, James Golden, near Lisbon, was born in Monroe county, VA, March 4 1802--her age today therefore is 113 years, 4 months and 15 days, She has a daughter, Mrs. Richard Spires, who lives in our city. Mrs. Golden is the oldest person in the state, and probably in the nation, if not world. Claims of greater age may be made, but often claims lack proof, and Mrs. Golden can prove her age.--Glasgow Missourian. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--JUDGE WALLER BAPTIZED ON FISHING TRIP--We are reliably informed that Judge A. H. Waller of Moberly united with the Christian church a week or so ago, being baptized by Eld. W. t. Henson while out on a fishing trip with the latter, Judge A. P. Terrill and others. The rest of the party, not finding the fishing extra good, moved down the creek, and when the two were left alone Judge Waller inquired of Mr. Henson as to the probably depth of the water, and asked if he thought it of sufficient depth for a baptizing. Seeing that Mr. Waller was very much in earnest, Mr. Henson lost no time in finding a suitable place, and baptized him without waiting for the return of the balance of the party. Judge Waller's many friends throughout the county and state will be delighted to learn of the step he has taken. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--UNCLE CHARLEY WARE CELEBRATES HIS 86TH BIRTHDAY--The home of Uncle Charley Ware near Burton was the scene of a big birthday celebration Sunday. About 160 relatives, neighbors and friends of Mr. Ware assembled at his home to do him honor on his 86th birthday. They brought along with them baskets well filled with all the delicacies of the season and a magnificent dinner was spread at the noon hour. Uncle Charley ware is one of the grand old pioneers of Howard County and it is the wish of all his friends that he may live to enjoy many more such happy birthday occasions--Armstrong Herald. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--A good friend of Will Tippitt of McAlester, Ok, sends us the following clipping from a McAllester paper: "Barney Oldfield, alias Bill Tippitt, is off this week getting a few hundred dollars worth of repairs on his Maxwell. The readers of this paper will have to take their hats off to Barney Bill as an autoist. He drove his machine 35 miles an hour around the corner on one wheel without any serious casualties to Bill." Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Mrs. B. F. Kirby visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Comstock, of Salisbury Friday until Sunday. Saturday July 31st being Mr. Comstock's 63rd birthday, the occasion was fittingly celebrated at their home with the homecoming of their children. Those present: Lee and wife, Joelinsny and wife, Charlie and family, all of Kansas City, and Mrs. Alice Kirby and little daughters, Edna and June, all the children being present excepting George, of Bethel Kansas. Pictures were taken of the family in the afternoon. Needless to say, all enjoyed the occasion to the fullest. Mr. and Mrs. Comstock were former residents of this place, moving to Salisbury three years ago. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--A very happy happy little girl was Loretta Lessly on her fourth birth day, Wednesday afternoon July 28th, two till five p.m. Her mother had invited a number of her little friends, and twenty five came to help her enjoy the occasion--Sunday School class mates, and neighbors. Little tots, but vying with each other as much as grown ups in being first. Marjory Walton finding the greatest number of marbles, cup and saucer her reward. Ruby Hudson winner in typing knots, box of stationery. As their happy laughter floated out on the balmy summer air, and sound of their childish prattle, older ones realized how precious and to be envied are child-hood days. when ice cream, lemonade and cake came their happiness was complete. A very substantial reminder of the day was given her by her Sunday School teacher, and play mates, a dainty little lavaliere, also numerous other little presents dear to the childish heart. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--ITEMS FROM RUCKER--Walter Sly and Miss Ruby Chaney of Clark were married last Sunday. Fred Stron and wife of Alberta, Canada, are back on a visit, and will probably stay. James Goldsberry died at his home in Columbia Wednesday of last week. Interment was made at Perche Church Friday after funeral services by Eld. J. H. Bradley of Higbee. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--John J. Nicholas and wife of Winchester, Kansas, returned home Tuesday after a few days visit with Mrs. N. A. Nicholas and other relatives and friends. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Mabel, the 19-year-old daughter of Thos. Turner, colored, of northeast of town died yesterday of consumption. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--James T. Goldsberry died July 28 at his home at 611 North 8th street, Columbia. For twelve years he had suffered from a complication of heart disease and stomach trouble. He had been in bed five months. Mr. Goldsberry had lived in Boone county all his life. He was born March 1, 1861 near Harrisburg and lived on a farm in the neighborhood of Perche church about 8 miles from Sturgeon until about two years ago when he was forced by ill health to leave the farm, and he moved with his family to Columbia. In 1884 he married Mary E. Davis, a Boone county girl of near Rucker. Twenty-nine years ago he became a member of the Christian church. Mr. Goldsberry is survived by his wife and four children who are Mrs. Clarence Feland, of Higbee, Mrs. Elmer Wayland of Moberly, Miss Mary E. Goldsberry, who is a bookkeeper at the Conley-Myers bank and Horace Goldsberry who is employed at the E. W. Stephens Publishing Company, two brothers, Wesley Goldsberry and W. H. Goldsberry of Harrisburg, and an uncle, Henry Goldsberry. The deceased was a man of strong convictions and was held in the highest esteem by his friends and acquaintances. He was a devoted husband, an indulgent father and a true friend. During the years of his illness he was a patient sufferer. Funeral services were held at Perche church Friday at 2:00 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Hollis Bradley and Rev. Robert E. Edwards. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Born, on the 5th, to Phillip Moffit and wife, a daughter. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Grover Robb this week traded his Overland car for two Fords. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Mrs. James Palfrey is visiting her sister, Mrs. Robert Summers, at Salisbury. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Ben Tucker of Sturgeon spent Sunday here with his father, Warren Tucker. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--The children of the late Henry Hare and wife this week had a beautiful monument erected at the graves of their parents in the city cemetery. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Miss Evelyn Hume of Kansas City and Miss Rhesa Owen of Denver, Colo, are the guests of their grandparents, Joel Owen and wife of near town. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--While superintending the unloading of a car of hay the other day, Jas. W. Marshall was struck squarely on top of the head by a big bale as he opened the car door, and has since had a pretty stiff neck. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--The condition of Mrs. E. M. Whitmore remains about the same. She is growing gradually weaker. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Jesse Roberts, who moved from south of Clark to northern Arkansas sixteen years ago, returned yesterday and will make his home south of Clark. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--W. B. Dougherty and family, who moved to Arizona about two years ago, returned Monday to remain. Mr. Dougherty says he has had all he wants of that country. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Wm. Chapman and wife took their little daughter, Mary, to Moberly Wednesday, where she was operated on for the removal of adenoids and her tonsils. They were accompanied by Dr. C. F. Burkhalter. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Police Judge Duffield thinks the NEWS did him an injustice last week in stating that he dismissed a negro prostitute brought before him by Marshall Williams, claiming there was not sufficient evidence to convict her. He states that he arraigned the woman and that she entered a plea of not guilty--a fact we were not aware of last week--but there being no evidence against her, except what Mr. Williams himself could furnish, he felt there was nothing to do but turn her loose--not that he would doubt for a moment anything Mr. Williams would swear to, but because of his belief that a charge must be substantiated by more than one witness or by circumstances. Mr. Duffield may be correct in his view of the law, but in this particular case we believe the court would have sustained him had he assessed a fine and the case been appealed. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Frank Magruder and wife returned Saturday where they had been for several weeks for the benefit of the latter's health. Mrs. Magruder was not much benefited by the trip, we are sorry to state. They were accompanied home by Jot Morris, who had gone down for a short visit. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Chas. Kidwell, arrested last week for slugging and robbing Warren Tucker, was brought back from jail at Huntsville Monday for his preliminary hearing. He plead guilty and in default of bail was taken back to jail, to await action of the circuit court, which meets in Huntsville in September. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Roger Bagby, prescription clerk in Dr. J. W. Winn's drug store for the past eighteen months, resigned the first of the week and returned to Armstrong where he will fill a similar position in his father's Drug store. Mr. Bagby made many warm friends while here, all of whom give him up with deep regrets. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Henry Mallory, aged 64 years, who made his home in Higbee with his sister, Mrs. Sarah Proctor, died at the home of a son in Moberly Wednesday of last week. He is survived by a son and daughter, two sisters and two brothers. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Ernest Brook and wife drove through to Kansas City Sunday in their car. Mrs. A. J. Brown, who was to have accompanied them, went no further than Fayette, returning on the first train. On the return trip Mr. Brooks was caught in a storm 30 miles out of Kansas City and they returned on the train. He will go after his car Sunday. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Villa, one of Mexico's chief murders and insurrectionists, says that the United States can go to hell. Might be taken as an invitation to come to Mexico. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--Emperor William of Germany issued a manifesto to the German people on the first anniversary of the great war, and about the first thing he said was that he did not will the war. He claims, also, that God has been on his side. In our humble opinion, God has had no part whatever in any of the horrible and useless slaughter. Friday, 6 Aug 1915--MRS. JAMES MILES DEAD--One of the saddest deaths THE NEWS has ever been called upon to record was that of Mrs. James Miles, which occurred at her home at 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 30, 1915. With her husband and two small children, she had spent the day with neighborhood relatives and friends, and reached home about 7 o'clock, joyous and happy over the pleasures of the day and in the bloom of youthful vigor. Shortly after retiring she was seized with a violent fit of coughing, which caused the rupture of a blood vessel in her brain, and before medical aid could be summoned, she was beyond the reach of all earthly help, death having resulted from cerebral hemorrhage. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Christian church by the pastor, Eld. W. St. Clair. the immense crowd which packed the edifice spoke more highly than words of the high esteem in which she was held, and of the deep sympathy felt for the bereaved ones. Interment was made in the city cemetery. Besides her husband and two little children, she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Daggs, all of whom have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Thank you Alice! May I have your permission to incorporate your response into my database, so that it becomes a permanent part of this database? This is the kind of response, that sends my heart soaring. Raymond Edwards isn't part of my family tree, that I know of, but it makes me wish he were. Thank you, for letting us all know, just how far this young man climbed in his life. How many other success stories, will we uncover in the years ahead? And what was it about this little town, and this area of the country, that produced at least two men, (Gen Omar Bradley, and Rear Admiral Raymond Edwards) who became key players in the history of our nation in World War II. Kathy Bowlin ----- Original Message ----- From: "James E Nicholson" <jenicholson@juno.com> To: <MORANDOL-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2001 5:55 PM Subject: [MORANDOL-L] Friday, July 16, 1915 > Raymond Dorsey Edwards completed his schooling at Annapolis in 1921, and > before his 32 years in the Navy was completed, did in fact, become a Rear > Admiral!! He took part in the invasion of North Africa in World War II, > was commander of the Administrative Mine Force in the Pacific and later > commanded all mine warfare in the Pacific. He was a professor of Naval > Science at Marquette University. > > He died January 12, 1968 in Lake Bluff, Illinois. A success story from > one of Higbee's own! > > Is anyone else familiar with this family? > > Alice in Arizona > > Friday, 16 July 1915--Raymond Edwards, one of Higbee's most promising > young > men, > was this week appointed to a cadetship at Annapolis by Congressman > Rucker, > and if he > can pass the educational and physical examination, of which there is no > fear > among those > who know him, he will enter Uncle Sam's famous naval school next year. > He > will take > no changes on falling down on his examination and will put in all his > spare > time digging > into text books. that he may come out of the school with highest honors > and > in time plow > the main as an admiral, is the wish of The NEWS. > > >

Apologies to the list. I had intended my message to go only to Alice, but I obviously failed to check the "To" line in my reply. Leslie (Bridges) Kohler

Alice, where, in AZ, do you live? Leslie (Bridges) Kohler P.O. Box 8137, Glendale, AZ 85312-8137 P.O. Box 276, Carrollton, MO 64633-0276

Friday, 30 July 1915--Mrs. A. G. Atkins spent Friday and Saturday at Fayette with her brother, James. L. Dougherty, who is seriously ill. Friday, 30 July 1915--J. T. Goldsberry, who moved from near Rucker to Columbia two years ago, died at that place on the 28th, after a long illness. He was the father of Mrs. Clarence Feland of this place. Friday, 30 July 1915--W. M. Hatton, who established a college here over twenty years ago, was a Higbee visitor Monday, it being his second visit since leaving here. On leaving here he spent two years in Yale and until last January was at the head of a college in the south, when he moved to Lexington, Mo, where he is president of a young ladies' seminary. He is same old W. M. as of yore and doesn't look a day older. Friday, 30 July 1915--Marshall Williams arrested a negro woman Tuesday night and landed her in the city jail and next day preferred a charge of lewdness against her, but Police Judge Duffield turned her loose, claiming there was not sufficient evidence against her, although Mr. Williams, was ready to swear to a few things. As long as Mr. Williams' efforts at law enforcement are made abortive by such action on the part of his fellow officers, or those fined are touched up for only $1 and cost, it can' t be expected that he can accomplish much. Good stiff fines, doubled for every similar offense by the same parties would have a beneficial effect along certain lines, and we hope Judge Duffield will wake up to his opportunities. Friday, 30 July 1915--Born, on the 28th, to W. A. Lewis and wife, a daughter. Friday, 30 July 1915--Born, on the 24th, to Morgan Richards and wife, a daughter. (Kathy's notes: This child is Sarah Etta Richards, according to her granddaughter, Patty Dimond.) Friday, 30 July 1915--Jas. Harriman of Marissa, Ill, is the guest of his sons, John and Ira Harriman. Friday, 30 July 1915--B. B. Davidson of Hallsville was the guest of his sister, Mrs. Dan Rice, the latter part of last week. Friday, 30 July 1915--L. McElhaney is the latest member of the joy riding crowd, having this week purchased an automobile. Friday, 30 July 1915--T. C. Osburn and sister, Mrs. Mollie Forbis, attended the funeral of their uncle, Taylor Osborne, at Marshall, Sunday. Friday, 30 July 1915--Mrs. Mary Turbit and little daughter of Thurber, Texas, who has been visiting her parents, W. S. Pitney and wife, returned home Monday. Friday, 30 July 1915--M. Murphy this week purchased a 1915 Buick with all the latest wrinkles, which he will place in the service of his garage as well as for his own use. Friday, 30 July 1915--J. K. Warford, who has been seriously ill for some time, was able to be in town last week. He informs us that he will sell or rent his farm and spend the balance of his days at ease. Friday, 30 July 1915--Evan Jones informs us that he has secured the release of his foster brother, Roy ("Croppie") Jones, from the army, and that the latter will land in San Francisco from Honolulu about August 12th. "Croppie" entered the service about six months ago, but soon found out that he didn't like it a little bit. Friday, 30 July 1915--Tuesday, July 27, being Mrs. Arabella Carter's 89th birthday, the occasion was fittingly celebrated at the home of her son, J. E. Carter, with a big dinner, the guests being Paul Moore and family and Mrs. Carter's grandson, John Murdy. Needless to say, all enjoyed the occasion to the fullest, and none more so than the aged mother. Friday, 30 July 1915--SLUGGED, ROBBED AND LEFT FOR DEAD--Warren Tucker, Former Sturgeon Citizen, Victim of Murderous Assault--Warren Tucker, a former citizen of the Sturgeon vicinity and quite well known here, was slugged and robbed here Monday night, and that he was not killed was not the fault of his assailant, Chas. Kidwell, to judge from Mr. Tucker's appearance when found. Mr. Tucker came to Higbee Sunday to see the ball game and remained over Monday to renew old acquaintances. He was drinking and along about noon was pretty well intoxicated. He informs us that the last thing he remembers, until he was picked up at the side of the road about a half mile or more west of town by Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie shortly after midnight, was of going to Jones' restaurant for dinner, and of someone hitting him on the side of the head. He also has a faint recollection, he says, of walking on the railroad. On returning to town about one o'clock Monday night Dr. Dinwiddie saw a man lying at the side of the public road near the slaughter house west of the old J. W. Burton farm, and had Miller Warford, who was driving for him, stop the car until he could make an investigation. Mr. Tucker regained consciousness about the time Dr. Dinwiddie reached him, but he could give no explanation of his presence there. As Mr. Tucker was covered from head to foot with blood and the left side of his face and head had the appearance of being mashed into a pulp, no time was lost by the doctor in getting him to town and his wounds dressed. It was found that his left ear had been badly bruised and cut, as was the entire left side of his face, while his left eyelids were swelled until they were the size of a small hen egg and as black as a bruised place could possibly be. After his wounds were dressed it was ascertained that he had been robbed, his watch and all of his money, with the exception of a dollar or two in change, being missing. He was taken to the Randolph Hotel and put to bed and the case turned over to Marshal Williams, who, with Constable Bagby, had Kidwell in the city jail before noon and Mr. Tucker's watch in their possession, finding the latter at Kidwell's home under his pillow. Suspicion was directed to Kidwell from his having been seen with Tucker late Monday afternoon and by the further fact that he had asked for credit on Monday, claiming he had no money and his family was destitute, while the next day he seemed to have a liberal supply. It was later learned that his wife had got a $10 bill changed at one of the banks. The officers, being sure of their quarry, went to Kidwell's home and arrested him, but he denied all knowledge of the crime. After placing him in jail they returned to the house, where they found the watch, and when they produced it after Kidwell had denied all knowledge of it, he wilted, but still didn't confess. With Kidwell in jail, the officers set out to search for the place where the assault took place, there being no blood where Tucker was found, hoping to identify it by a pair of glasses reported missing by Mr. Tucker. They took down the Katy track and when they reached the last street crossing in the south part of town they found a large pool of blood by the side of the road, as well as the glasses, $1.17 in change and a trouser button, all covered with blood. They made strict search for the instrument with which Mr. Tucker was hit, but could find nothing. The supposition is that Kidwell used a large flat rock, and all who saw Mr. Tucker's wounds are satisfied that he was struck several times. From Tucker's wounds and the dried blood on his clothes it is believed that assault took place about 8 o'clock, which is borne out by the statement of Mrs. Kidwell that her husband was in bed before 9 o'clock. What all would like to know is, how Tucker, intoxicated and all but brained, got where he was found? Did Kidwell carry him there, thinking him dead, or did he take him to a place of safety from a passing train should be regain consciousness? Kidwell had no blood on his clothing when arrested, but the officers learned that his wife that morning had washed the shirt and overalls he wore the day before, indicating that they were perhaps bloody. If so, this would seem to indicate that he carried Tucker to the place where found. Several in the south part of town, we learn, claim to have seen a man, apparently drunk, staggering along the road, holding a handkerchief to his face and mumbling something about $10 and being broke. If so, Tucker may have wandered along the road in a delirium. Not knowing what might happen, as everyone seemed to think hanging was too good for the perpetrator of such a deed, Mr. Williams, took no chances and rushed his prisoner off to the county jail. On his return he informed us that Kidwell had practically confessed. The latter will be returned here Saturday for a preliminary hearing. Nothing is known of him here, he having lived here only about two months, coming here from Clark, we learn. His father, we are informed, lives in Boone county. Mr. Tucker was able to be around Wednesday and informed us that he would remain a week or more, and until the preliminary, at any rate. Friday, 30 July 1915--Mrs. A. K. England, well known here, died suddenly at the home of her brother, Asa Thompson, in Armstrong Friday of last week. She was the daughter of the late Asa Thompson and was born near Roanoke, where she was reared, in 1834. In 1858 she was married to the late Franklin H. Rucker of this county, a brother of J. E. Rucker of this place. She was again married in 1871 to A. K. England, who died a few years later. She is survived by one son, John F. Rucker of St. Louis. Interment was made Sunday at Roanoke. Friday, 30 July 1915--Joe Walton was quite painfully injured at the Walton mine Friday of last week, having a big gash cut in his forehead by a lump of coal, which had caught in the chute, falling out as he passed under the latter. Several stitches were required to close the wound. Friday, 30 July 1915--John Smith, Jr., was arrested Sunday by Constable J. H. Bagby for sneaking into the ball park and for loud and abusive language when the gatekeeper demanded pay, and was fined $1 and costs for so doing, and was given a six months' jail sentence for resisting arrest by Mr. Bagby. Prosecuting Attorney Jeffries, who prosecuted the case, recommended that the jail sentence be suspended as long as Smith stayed away from Higbee, and the latter pulled out. He is the young man arrested by Mr. Bagby a year or two ago who was wanted in Oklahoma in connection with a cattle theft. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.

Friday, 23 July 1915--ITEMS FROM RUCKER--I. M. Porter of Perche and Mrs. Brown of near Sturgeon were married Sunday. Mrs. Lulu Gray of Renick is visiting her mother Mrs. Kate Byrum, who is very sick. Quite a number from here are attending the debate at New Hope church each night. Richards White's little boy fell from a horse he was riding Sunday and broke his arm at the elbow. The Moniteau bridge south of Higbee fell Monday with Aubrey White, and how he escaped being killed is a wonder. As it was, he got pretty badly hurt and the buggy was mashed all to pieces. The horse was hurt, but we don't know how badly, as they did not bring it home. Friday, 23 July 1915--W. H. Magruder of near Armstrong was here Tuesday on his way to Kansas City on business connected with a land purchase he made last week near Brownville, Texas, from the Rio Grand Land Co, and to which he will move this fall. He is not dissatisfied with old Missouri but will make the change on account of his health. Mr. Magruder was one of a big party to visit the land two weeks ago, and he brings back a glowing description of both land and climate, and brought back with him a sample of this year's corn as well as the soil, which is the color of emery dust. He also exhibited photographs of growing crops, among them being oranges, lemons and bananas. Mr. Magruder expects to return to Texas about August 1st to superintend the clearing of the land, and will remove his family later. Friday, 23 July 1915--If any of the racers at the Moberly fair beat the time made by a team belonging to H. C. Eubanks here Tuesday they will have to go some, for the team hit only the high places, and all who saw the runaway say it was the fastest they ever saw, indicating that the team has considerable racing blood. The horses were hitched to a wagon load of lumber for Mr. Eubank's new farm home and took fright at the lumber yard when a barrel was rolled in front of them, and started down Randolph street on a dead run, turned east on Division street, at the east end of which they came to a sudden stop where the wagon, a new one, struck a telephone pole. The bridles and collars were about the only thing in the way of harness left on the horses, while the wagon had only the tongue broken. The lumber was scattered all over the streets, the last piece going off as the wagon hit the pole. Friday, 23 July 1915--Misses Frances and Toinette Burkhalter are visiting at Madison. Friday, 23 July 1915--born, on the 20th, to Roy Compton and wife a son. Friday, 23 July 1915--Born, on the 21st, to Odra Humphrey and wife, a son. Friday, 23 July 1915--David Magruder is the owner of a new Ford, purchased Monday. Friday, 23 July 1915--The 19-year-old son of Press Oliver, colored, died at his home near Elliott on the 17th, on consumption. Friday, 23 July 1915--Vilas Evans, who at one time had charge of the telephone exchange here, died at the home of his brother, Sam Evans, in Armstrong last Saturday, aged 30 years. Friday, 23 July 1915--John May of Frazier, Iowa, was here the latter part of last week visiting old friends. It was his first trip to Higbee since moving away fourteen years ago, and of course he hardly knew the place. Friday, 23 July 1915--BRIDGE GOES DOWN--Farmers living southeast of Higbee are now in line, it is to be hoped, to get a new bridge, for which they had been kicking for the past two years of more, the structure that spanned the Moniteau creek near the farm of Warner Buckler, and which has passed for a bridge, going down Monday while Aubrey White and a young man named Fainter were crossing it with a horse and buggy. the men escaped injury but the horse was badly hurt. This bridge had long been a source of complaint by those who had to cross it to reach Higbee, and all will rejoice that it is now a thing of the past, as the county court will be compelled to take action and put in a new one. When the bridge just east of town was torn down and replaced with a concrete structure, those who had been kicking about the south bridge were told that they would be given a new bridge made from the dismantled one, and to that end the irons were placed on the ground and a big lot of rock crushed, but that was all that was ever done, the court seemingly having dropped the matter. Last Saturday Wm. Chapman was in town and informed us that one of the sills had given way and that the bridge was sagging a foot or more and that a person crossing on foot would cause it to shake. He predicted that it would go down about the first time anyone ventured to cross it with a team. He also stated that some half dozen or more farmers, rather than risk the bridge, went to Renick to do their trading. Now that the old bridge is gone, we hope the county court and others in authority will get busy and give the people in that section a new and safe bridge. Friday, 23 July 1915--Mrs. J. W. Newby of Kenneth, Mrs. Eliza Ashley of Sedalia, Mrs. Maude Ketchum and Mrs. J. B. McCausland of Fayette were called here this week by the serious illness of their sister, Mrs. E. M. Whitmore, whose condition was such Tuesday that it was not thought she could live through the week. She took a turn for the better Wednesday, and at the hour of going to press was about the same. Friday, 23 July 1915--Born, on the 22nd, to Perry ("Lob") Cable and wife, a daughter. Friday, 23 July 1915--W. C. Cleeton is the latest victim of the automobile fever, having purchased an Overland Tuesday. Friday, 23 July 1915--Virgil and Dora Ancel of St. Lois are visiting their grandparents, J. S. Warford and wife, of near town. Friday, 23 July 1915--Mrs. Katherine Maddox and granddaughters, Misses Minnie and Maude Williams, are visiting relatives in Moberly. Friday, 23 July 1915--Dr. Orville Pitney of Denver arrived Saturday to be with his mother, Mrs. E. M. Whitmore, who is dangerously ill. Friday, 23 July 1915--Willie Robb entertained a large number of his friends Friday evening of last week, the occasion being his 19th birthday. About fifty guests were present. A dainty cake and fruit luncheon was served. All remained until a late hour, when they departed, wishing Mr. Robb many more such happy days. Friday, 23 July 1915--TO BICYCLE OWNERS--All owners of bicycles are hereby warned not to ride bicycles on the sidewalks, as all such, from this date, will be arrested and dealt with as specified by the ordinances of the city. W. I. Williams, City Marshal. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.