Please be patient, those of you that might get dupes of these messages. Can anyone tell me about the family of John Bennett, shown in the census for 1840, Randolph Co., MO? Jerry Johnston Scottsdale, AZ

Can anyone tell me about these three Bennett families shown in the 1850 census for Randolph Co., MO; James, John and Richard Bennett families? Jerry Johnston Scottsdale, AZ

Can anyone tell me about the Benjamin Bennett Family, listed on the Chariton Co., MO census for 1850? Jerry Johnston Scottsdale, AZ

Can anyone tell me anything about the William Bennett family, shown in the 1830 Howard Co., MO census, page 155? Thanks! Jerry Johnston Scottsdale, AZ

Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Will Cave sold his residence Saturday to A. C. Burton for $1,100, and will give possession some time in February when Mr. Burton will move to town. Mr. Burton and family will make mighty desirable citizens and we extend them the glad hand. Mr. Cave, we learn, is thinking of building. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--"Hack" Harvey, who was hit in the head one day last week by John A. Lilly, is able to be out. It was certainly a close call for Hack. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Mrs. Sarah Anderson of Columbia, aged 80 years, died Sunday from the effects of a dose of carbolic acid given her by her son who mistook the bottle for one containing pepsin. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Dr. W. M. Dickerson of Renick was married Wednesday of last week to Miss Harriet Fogel at her home in Indiana. The bride was formerly a nurse at the Red Cross hospital at Moberly. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Ruby Osborne, aged 13, employed as a house maid in the home of J. N. Fellows of Columbia set fire to the residence twice Monday just to see the house burn. She was sent home to her parents. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Everett, son of Wm. Richardson of near Huntsville, aged about 11 years, shot and killed his 8-year-old brother at their home last Saturday. They were playing with a target rifle when it was accidentally discharged. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--John Sharp, a former citizen of this place, who has been in Colorado for the past twelve years, was here this week with his family visiting relatives and friends. He was on his way to Alton, Ill, where he will locate. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Jas. Harrington, aged about 27, of Moberly, was found drowned in the governmen canal at Keokuk, Ia, on the 3rd. He was employed by the Mississippi Power Co, and it is thought he fell from one of the narrow lock gates while crossing it at night. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Our ice men, not to be caught napping as they were last year, have their ice houses all ready to fill and the first weather that brings 5-inch ice will see the house filled to the roof. Ice to the thickness of five inches formed but once last year and a few got left by waiting for thicker ice. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Clyde Williams, was given a position as operator for the Alton at Hillview, Ill, last week, but when he arrived there to go to work he found that the operator who had quit had changed his mind. Clyde came home on the first train, and unless the C. & A. can find a place for him, will return to California. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Born, on the 5th, to Hiram Webster and wife, a daughter. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--J. Hez Pattrick who is attending the University at Columbia, spent Thanksgiving here with his parents. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Mrs. R. R. Jones and son, Joe, will leave today for a few days visit with Kansas City friends. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Born, on the 4th, to John Duncan and wife, a son. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Born on the 1st, to Joe Ketchum and wife, a son. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Born, on the 1st, to Ed Hilton and wife, a daughter. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Born, on Nov. 25th, to Louis Franklin and wife, a son. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Miss Naomi Finnell returned Tuesday to her home in college Mound after a pleasant visit with her sister, Mrs. Martin Cross. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Mrs. J. M. Sphar, of near Marshall, is here visiting her brother and sister, J. C. and Miss Lucy Elgin. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Mrs. D. Bottoms and granddaughter, Miss Hattie Bottoms, Mrs. S. E. Marrs and sons, Raymond and Samuel are visiting relatives in Kansas City. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--Mrs. Chas. Dennie, and two children of Thurber, Texas, arrived Wednesday for a month's visit with her parents, Stanton Pitney and wife, and other relatives. Friday, 8 Dec 1911--J. W. Nicholas writes us from Texarkana, Texas, under date of the 3rd; "We are moving to Neosho, Mo, this week. I have the contract to furnish ties over 150 miles on the K. C. S. from Heavener, Ok, to Neosho, Mo. Glad to get back into old Missouri. Send us the NEWS to Neosho." Kathy Lloyd Bowlin

Friday, 1 Dec 1911--STURGEON MERCHANT 60, WEDS KENTUCKY WOMAN, 40. John S. Ritchie, aged 60, a prosperous merchant of Sturgeon, Mo yesterday was wedded to Miss Minnie L. Bronaugh, aged 40, daughter of a prominent Souther family of Harrodsburg, Ky. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. W. J. Williamson, pastor of Third aptist church, at Hotel Jefferson, yesterday afternoon. It was witnessed by Miss Mary Stagg, a pretty young niece of the bride. Ritchie is a native of Harrodsburg and first met his bride when she was a child in that city. She was born in Alabama, but her parents removed to Harrodsburg when she was 2 years of age. Ritchie, while a young man, removed to Sturgeon, Mo, and married. He frequently visited his old home, however. Several years ago he became widower. In the last year or so it was noticed his trips to Harrodsburg were becoming frequent. Ritchie and his bride met at the home of Mrs. James McCheaney, her cousin, in Louisville, and came direct to St. Louis, accompanied by Miss Stagg. they procured a marriage license at the City Hall and called for a notary to witness a prenuptial contract, the nature of which both declined to reveal. They will leave to-morrow for Sturgeon, where Ritchie, who has retired from the banking business, conducts a hardware and implement store, and where they will make their home--St. Louis Globe Democrat, Nov 28. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--P. A. DOUGHERTY who has been seriously ill for the past few weeks is much better, we are pleased to state. Miss Ethel Fisher entertained a number of her friends at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Fisher, Saturday evening. Geo. F. Dougherty went to St. Louis Tuesday, and from there to Arkansas, sixty-five miles east of Little Rock, with a view of locating if the country suited him. It is announced that Mr. Sam Jones and Miss Josephine Lyle will be married in Fayette Thursday, Nov 30, Rev. C. L. Stoffer officiating. The groom is a resident of the western part of the county. The bride is the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Lyle of this township. May their pathway be one of joy and happiness. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--H. B. Burkhart, for the past six years editor of the Fayette Advertiser, sold that paper this week to Walter Ridgeway, who will take charge at once. Mr. Ridgeway is an old Randolph county boy and has had several years' experience in the newspaper business, being at one time associated with Walter Williams in the publication of the Columbia Herald, and until a year ago editor of the Kirksville Daily Express. he has our best wishes. Mr. Burkhart, who retires from the newspaper business after thirty-one years of hard work, has the best wishes of all who know him for success in whatever he may undertake. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--John Wardell, aged 81 years, died at his home in Bevier on Nov 23. He and his brother, Thomas, who was shot in a labor riot at that place several years ago, were the first active developers of the coal field in Macon county known as the Bevier vein, in 1869. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--Robert Burk and bride of Gallup, NM, were the guests of Higbee friends the first of the week on their return home from a trip to Chicago. Mrs. Burke is the youngest daughter of Rees Beddow and wife formerly of this place. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--SKULL FRACTURED BY BLOW--John Arthur Lilly, one of Higbee's most quiet young men, went on the war path Monday and as a result Harrison Harvey (better known as "Hack") who has always been considered one of our best and most reliable colored citizens, has since been in bed with a fractured skull. Both are employed at mine No. 11, and from what we can learn the trouble cam eup over Mr. Lilly, who is employed as a driver, not leaving a car at Harvey 's place, or leaving it too far away, or something of the kind. At any rate, so Mr. Lilly states, Harvey got mad about the matter and saying that he would get even with him, made for Lilly with the bit of an iron drill, at the same time calling him several vile names. Lilly picked up a small piece of iron rail and parrying Harvey's blow struck the latter a fearful blow on the side of the head near the temple, knocking him colder than a wedge. Harvey was brought home and a piece of bone about as large as a dollar removed from the wound, which is a very ugly one, the back of his eye being visible through it. He has been doing as well as could be expected and his physician thinks he will recover, provided no complications arise. As yet no arrest have been made and we presume none will be until Harvey is able to be out, perhaps not at all, as we understand that Harvey says Mr. Lilly "beat him to it." Friday, 1 Dec 1911--W. A. (Cash) Boatman, son of W. W. Boatman formerly manager of the C. J. Harris Lumber Co. and quite well known here, was married in Dallas, Texas on Nov 15 to a popular young lady of that city. Mr. Boatman and son are engaged in the hardware business in Dallas. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--John H. Hardin of Sedalia was here Tuesday shaking hands with old friends, and paid the NEWS an appreciated call. Mr. Hardin, who moved to Sedalia from Renick last August, is engaged in the feed and implement business, and all will be glad to learn that he is prospering. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--Thos. Sutliff received a telegram Wednesday from his son, John, at Bevier, informing him of the sudden death of the latter's daughter, Miss Louise. She was quite well known here, having lived with her grandfather a number of years, and had many friends here who will be pained to learn of her death. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--I. C. Powell and little grandson, Frank, spent Thanksgivings in St. Louis with Mr. Powell's mother, Mrs. Mary Powell, who is in her 84th year. Needless to say the day was a most pleasant one for all. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--Uncle Green Dameron, one of the county's oldest and best known citizens, died at the home of his son-in-law, C. C. Brown, near Mt. Airy on Nov 24, aged 80 years. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--John E. Richards of Bevier, father of state mine inspector Robert Richards, died at his home in that place Wednesday, aged 71 years. He was known to many here. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--Born, on Nov 29, at Elliott, to Floyd Williams and wife, a son. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--MOORE-JONES--The NEWS acknowledges the receipt of the following: "Mrs. Diana Jones announces the marriage of her daughter, Nettie Lee, to Mr. Floyd Moore on the 7th day of October, 1911." The above will no doubt come as a big surprise to the many friends and acquaintances of this popular young couple, who have certainly put one over on their friends in keeping their marriage a secret so long. The NEWS joins in congratulations and best wishes. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mrs. Diana Jones and is one of Higbee 's most winsome young ladies. The groom is a bookkeeper for the Northern Central Coal Co. and has been here about two years. He is a thorough going gentleman and worthy of the prize he has won. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--Dr. A. M. Long, who shot a Baptist preacher at Harrisburg during the local option fight in Boone county about three years ago, but who has since been practicing in Kansas City, has decided to return to Boone county to practice his profession and will locate at Columbia. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--During the 1911 football season which closed last week thirteen players were killed and forty-seven injured. Last year fourteen were killed and forty-three injured. In 1909, twenty-three were killed and sixty-four were injured. What a howl would go up if there were as many fatalities in the prize ring. Friday, 1 Dec 1911--G. W. Stephens, city marshal of Monroe City, dropped dead Thursday of last week. He had served as marshal for twelve years. Kathy Lloyd Bowlin

Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Mrs. Rice Richards and little son of Trenton are the guests of her parents, Hiram Land and wife. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Comstock, of Kansas City, died Sunday evening after a short illness, aged about 1 year. The remains were brought here Monday evening and were buried Tuesday a New Hope church. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--O. C. Allison, a farmer living near Nevada, shot and killed his wife and then himself Monday, following a quarrel over building a fire in a defective stove, to which the woman objected. They leave five children, the oldest of whom is 11 years. Friday, 24 November 1911--Born on the 20th, to Lee Lloyd and wife, a daughter. (Note: this child would be Mary Alice Lloyd. Lee (Levi) was my great-grandfather). Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Born, on the 19th, to Fred Compton and wife, a daughter. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Elerd Baker left last Friday for a short visit with his father, Oscar Baker, at Adair, Ok. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Mrs. H. T. Roberts of Clark spent the week here with her sister, Mrs. J. W. Winn, and other relatives. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Miss Riley Hammett, daughter of Joe Hammett of Huntsville, died Sunday, following an operation for appendicitis. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--RICHARD MAY DEAD--Former Citizen Passes Away After Two Day Illness--Richard May, for over twenty years a highly honored and respected citizen of this place, and who with his daughter, Miss Susie, left here last spring for Kimball, South Dakota, to make his home with a son, died at that place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov 18, 1911, after an illness of only two days from pneumonia. We have been unable to learn any particulars as to the funeral, but presume hat interment was made at Otho, Iowa, where his wife and son are buried. Mr. May was 70 years of age, being born in 1841, in Durham county, England. He came to this country in 1881, locating in Iowa, and following the death of his wife there moved to Higbee. A more honest or honorable citizen never lived among us, and the news of his death came as a shock to all who knew him. He is survived by five children--Thomas, Nicholas, John, Richard and Miss Susie. The NEWS joins the community in sympathy to the bereaved ones. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--"Mage," Gordon Rankin's bird dog, is no more, having been killed by a C. &. A. train near Ryder Sunday. The day being nice and pleasant Gordon with several others went for a walk east of town and walked as far as Ryder on the C. & A. track. As all trains slow down there on account of bad track the boys boarded a freight when ready to come home and called to the dog, intending to pull him up on the caboose platform. The dog was afraid of the train and would not approach closer than ten feet and the last Gordon saw of his faithful old friend he was in the center of the track following the train, and is supposed to have been killed by the train that followed. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Judge M. M. Burton for many years a resident of Huntsville sold his residence at that place with a plat of ground containing 8 or 10 acres, the first of the week to Geo. Crutchfield for $3500. Mr. Burton has been making his home here with his sons, A. C. and W. H. Burton. Mr. Burton is in his 90th year and did not care to be burdened with the property. Friday, 24 Nov 1911--Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ware entertained quite a number of the young folks on the evening of the 17th, in honor of the 11th anniversary of their daughter, Miss Bertha. After a most delightful supper the evening was most pleasantly spent in music and games, the guests departing at a late hour, wishing Miss Bertha many happy returns of the day. Kathy Lloyd Bowlin

Thank you Kathy for your generous postings. Samuel Marion NAYLOR below is the son of George Truman NAYLOR and Rosanna NEWCOMB. Can someone help with his daughters husbands? Thank you Linda Manning In a message dated 2/7/01 1:36:10 PM, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: << S. M. Naylor celebrated his 80th birthday at the home of his son, Wm. F, Oct 19. About 40 of his children, grandchildren, relatives and intimate friends were present. At the noon hour a genuine old fashioned dinner, such as the country home can boast of was served. There was an abundance of roast turkey, mutton, vegetables and delicious cakes. A large fruit cake was worthy of special mention. It was a thing of beauty and fit for the daintiest appetite. The table was beautifully decorated with autumn flowers. His five children, Samuel P., Mrs. G. W. Reed, Mrs. D. Price and Mrs. S. H. Hitt of Fayette, and Wm. F., were present. Late in the afternoon the guests departed, each wishing the kind old gentleman many more happy birthdays. >>

Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Michael Sullivan, aged 78, of near Monroe City, was frozen to death Saturday while on his way home through the storm. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--WIFE WHO KILLED MATE IN BED FREED--Bevier, Mo, Nov 9--Declaring her act was justifiable the Coroner's jury this afternoon freed Mrs. Rosella Fulton from the charge of killing her husband, Moses Fulton. The killing occurred early this morning following a quarrel of several hours' duration. Fulton was slain while asleep. Mrs. Fulton detailed threats against her life made by her husband and convinced the jury she had slain him only to save herself. Mrs. Fulton was followed on the stand by her two children, one 7 and the other 8 years old. The quarrel began early last night and she said Fulton declared he would kill her before sunrise. In the course of her testimony she said: "At one time in the night I attempted to leave the house and go to a neighbor's house, but he followed me and brought me back, saying if I did not return he would kill me and end his own life. "I returned home and retired. My husband also retired in another room, having a knife open and a loaded revolver near him all the time. About 4 o'clock he called to me and asked if I was asleep. I replied that I was resting. "Then he went to sleep. I entered his room and, taking the revolver, placed it to his head and fired. The bullet entered the left side of the temple, death resulting almost instantly." Fulton was a member of Callao Lodge, K. of P., which will take charge of the funeral. The authorities have not made any arrests. Prosecuting attorney Jones and sheriff Hall were at the scene of the crime all day. 17 Nov 1911--MRS. NANCY EMBREE DEAD--Mrs. Nancy Embree, whose serious illness was spoken of in our last issue, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. T. Williams, of near Yates, on Friday, Nov 10, 191, aged 85 years. Mrs. Embree, whose maiden name was Robb, was born in 1826 and was the oldest of a family of nine. She was married to John A. Embree on March 28, 1844, and was the mother of six children, three of whom survive her, viz: I. J. of this place, Mrs. W. T. Williams and Mrs. Wm. Gooden of Armstrong. She is also survived by a brother and two sisters--Joel Robb of near Yates, Mrs. Chas. Ware of Burton and Mrs. Mary Dennis of St. Louis. She is also survived by fourteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Sharon church of which she had long been a member, Sunday by Rev. Thompson and interment made in the Sharon cemetery. 17 Nov 1911--John Longdon has been quite sick for several days. 17 Nov 1911--WARE-ATKINS--Mr. John Ware and Miss Alva Atkins were married Wednesday evening, Nov 15, 1911, at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. Notley Magruder. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Atkins of Howard county and is a most estimable young lady, and is well known here, having been a popular sales lady in Andrews & Burton's store for the past year or two. The groom is one of Higbee's popular young men and a gentleman in every sense of the term. That sunshine and happiness may ever be theirs is the sincere wish of the NEWS. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--HARE-MCGEE--Mr. Thos. Hare of this place and Miss Odette McGee of Windsor were married in that city Saturday evening, Nov 11, 1911, at the residence of the officiating minister, and arrived here Sunday for a visit with relatives. The bride is one of Windsor's handsome and popular young ladies and comes from one of the oldest and best families. The groom is the youngest son of H. Hare of this place and is a model young man worthy in every respect of the fair prize he has won. They will make their home in Windsor, where Mr. Hare has been at work for the past year or two. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Jas. Correll, a popular young man of Armstrong died at his home in that city yesterday from diabetis. He was a brother of R. R. Correll of Clark. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--DENNIS-CALDWELL--Saturday night at an hour that was nearly Sunday morning Justice A. C. Gladney united in marriage Roy Dennis of Higbee and Miss Ora Caldwell of this city. Long after the circuit clerk had retired and was snoozing the sleep known only to those of a clear conscience he was aroused by an insistent call from the young man who wanted a marriage license. The trip back to town didn't look good to the clerk, but he remembered the time when he, too, was young and in love and melted by the tender emotion thus awakened he gave his consent for the return trip and issued the necessary paper. The next step to be taken was to secure some one to tie the nuptial knot and the right person was found in Judge Gladney. After the ceremony and congratulations the newly wedded couple entered the waiting carriage and were driven on their way rejoicing.--Moberly Democrat. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Dennis and is one of Higbee's popular and deserving young men. The bride is a most charming and prepossessing young lady and is quite well known here. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Fred Ongley and wife, we are pleased to state, are again to become citizens of Higbee, and will occupy the Wm. Walton property in the east part of town. Mr. Ongley, who arrived from Bloomington, Ill, Wednesday, will take the position of engineer at the Block mine. Mrs. Ongley who has also been in Bloomington for some time, is expected as soon as their household goods arrive from Webb City. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Born, on the 13th, to John Riley and wife, a son. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Born, on the 10th, to Chas Kirby and wife, a daughter. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--John Hadden and Richard Dawson who have been here for some time, left Tuesday for their home in England. Mr. Hadden will likely return. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--We learn that J. M. Crew and family, formerly of this place, who went to California several months ago for the benefit of Mr. Crew's health, have returned to their home in Tallequah, Ok. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Born, on the 9th, to Will Key and wife, a son. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Born, on the 12th, to Wm. Tippit and wife, of McAlester, Ok, a son. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Chas Brewer of Yates and Miss Flora Man of Moberly were married in the latter city on the 11th. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Born, on the 13th, to Morgan Griffith and wife, a son. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--R. L. Hines, accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. Georgia Middleton and son Arch, went to Booneville Monday where the latter had his tonsils removed, as well as several adenoids from his nose. They returned that evening. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Mrs. Arthur Reed, living south of town, had a very narrow escape from death Tuesday, being accidently shot in the right breast with a 38-calibre pistol. Fortunately, the ball struck her a glancing blow and ran around the ribs lodging in her back. It was extracted as soon as a doctor could reach her and she has since been doing nicely. The accident occurred while she was engaged in a friendly scuffle with her husband for possession of the pistol. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Thos. Barron, aged about 55 years, was found dead in bed at his home five miles south of Huntsville last Friday morning. Brights disease or heart failure was the cause of death. Friday, 17 Nov 1911--Geo. Angell, one of the county's oldest citizens, died at his home near Clark on the 11th, aged 87 years. He was born in Kentucky in 1824, and came with his parents to Missouri in 1828, locating in Boone county. He had been living on the farm on which he died for 57 years. He was twice married and is survived by one son. Funeral services were conducted by Eld. E. Y. Keiter at the Christian church in Clark on Monday of which deceased had been a member for 60 years. Kathy

Friday, 10 Nov 1911--BIRTHDAY DINNER--Sunday, Nov 5, being Mrs. Chas. Durnill's 29th birthday anniversary, she was very pleasantly surprised with a big dinner by her family and friends. Those present: Mrs. Wm. Sperry, W. O. Sperry and family, J. W. Durnill and family, Fred Fuhrman and family and Ted Durnill. Among the presents given Mrs. Durnill was a bible from her mother, Mrs. Wm. Sperry. All enjoyed the day very much and at a late hour the guests departed for their several homes wishing Mrs. Durnill many more such occasions. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Born, to Marvin Green and wife, a son. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Born, on the 5th, to Grant Davis and wife, a son. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Mrs. Thos. Jones and two children arrived from Centerville, Ia, yesterday to join Mr. Jones, who last week purchased a half interest in the restaurant and bakery of his brother, W. E. Jones. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--I. J. Embree was called to Yates yesterday by a message stating that his mother, Mrs. Nancy Embree, was not expected to live. She is 86 years old and has been quite feeble for some time. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Willard Warford sold his fine draft team with wagon and harness yesterday to Philip Grapes. We learn that the price paid was in the neighborhood of $500. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Lynn Baskett, a Fayette negro, was shot and killed at that place Saturday night. He had been arrested by Marshal Dickerson for carrying concealed weapons, and as he was being taken to the calaboose struck the officer and ran. Later nightwatchman Wills and Dickerson found the negro and when he ran both fired at him. One shot struck him in the back and he died in less than an hour. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--JAMES HARDIN DEAD--James Hardin, one of the pioneer citizens of the county, died at his home three miles south of Moberly on the 4th from a complication of diseases, aged 80 years. Mr. Hardin was born in Howard county Feb 6, 1830, and came to this county in early life, locating in Prairie township, where he resided until his death. He was married in 1853 to Louise Ragsdale. To this union seven children were born, who, with the aged mother survive. The children are J. Reese, Sarah C. Genola, Renick; Elizabeth H Truby, Arminta D., Wiley, Charles H., and Arthur, all of Moberly, and Mrs. Annie L. Davis of Longview, Texas. There are also 22 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren . Mr. Hardin confessed Christ under the preaching of Eld Hollis at Renick 30 years ago and remained a faithful member, and five years ago was made a life elder of his congregation. He was a Freemason, joining the order at Renick in 1857. The funeral services were held at the home at 1 o'clock Monday by Eld. E. Y. Keiter, his former pastor, who in the presence of a large crowd paid a glowing tribute to the deceased as a christian, citizen, neighbor and friend. Interment was made in the Davis cemetery near Renick with the Masonic rites. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Mr. A. J. Robinson and Miss Annie May Dysart of the Mt. Airy vicinity, were married at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. C. J. W. Jones of Roanoke on Thursday, Nov 2, 1911. The groom is a prominent young farmer in his section and is said to be a most exemplary young man. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N. N. Dysart formerly of this place. The NEWS joins others in good wishes. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--In our rush to get to press last week, we failed to make mention of a flying visit paid Higbee by W. B. Ryle, a former citizen, of Canon City, Colo. Mr. Ryle and wife were called to Clifton by the death of the latter's mother, Mrs. Robert Minor, which occurred at her home near Thomas Hill on Oct 26. Mr. Ryle was here between trains on his way to Yates to visit relatives. He was looking well and is very much in love with the West. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--BIRTHDAY PARTY--Tuesday, Nov 7, was a day long to be remembered at the home of Hayden White of near Rucker, it being the 86th birthday anniversary of his mother, Mrs. Melvina White. Besides her six children, all of whom are past middle age, there were present grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives and friends to the number of 155. A feast, such as only the country home can furnish, was served the guests, to which all did full justice, and enough remained to feed that many more. Though 86 years of age, Mrs. White still retains all of her faculties, is hale and hearty and enjoyed the occasion more than any one. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--Oscar Solbert, one of Higbee's brightest and best boys, who has been at work as bookkeeper for the Sheridan Coal Co. near Pittsburg, Kan., visited the home folks the latter part of the week and left Monday for Acme, Wyo., where he has a similar position with a big coal company. Friday, 10 Nov 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Born, on Nov _____to Tyre Edwards and wife, a daughter. Ed Dougherty formerly of this township is seriously ill at his home in Moberly. We are pleased to not that Mrs. Emily St. Clair who has been seriously ill of pneumonia the past week is rapidly improving. Mrs. Emma C. Ancell of Perche spent a few days with her mother, Mrs. J. W. Lyle, in this township this week. Roy Golden and wife of Clark spent Sunday with his parents, Jerry Golden and wife. Walter, the 7-year-old son of Mr. Allen South and wife of near Myers, died Tuesday morning Nov 7 of abscess of the throat. Deceased leaves a loving father and mother and several brothers to mourn his departure. Burial at Mt. Pleasant cemetery Wednesday at 11 a.m. The bereaved have the sympathy of the entire community. Kathy

To save everyone the trouble of correcting me on this, I just wanted to say that the paper was dated with the above date, even though it should actually have read, Friday, 3 Nov, 1911. Because the issue itself was dated the 4th, that is the way that I will also date the entries. However, if any of the articles refer to something happening on Monday or Wednesday of the previous week, bear the ACTUAL date in mind when calculating the date it occurred. Friday, 4 Nov, 1911--BIRTHDAY DINNER--Monday, October 30, being Joel Robb's 50th birthday, he was greatly surprised by his children and a large number of relatives and friends being 63 in number, which gathered at his home on that occasion, all bringing well filled baskets, and at the noon hour a bountiful dinner was spread and all enjoyed themselves most delightfully. Many beautiful presents were received by Mr. Robb. After dinner they were all invited into the parlor where they were entertained by good music and singing, and a short talk by Rev. Notley Magruder. Those present were: Willie Magruder and family, Melvin Jones and family, Dysart Nicholas and wife, Walker Magruder and wife, Frank Pitney and wife, John Dennis and wife of St. Louis, W. S. Pitney and wife, Steve Pitney and family, Tom Dennis and family, Rev. Notley Magruder and family, Charlie Ware and family, Ben Cook and family, Mrs. Tom Osborne and children, Mrs. John Hudson, Travis Nicholas and mother, Fannie Pitney and family, Asa Martin, Joe Carroll, Jim Robb, Finis Cloyd, Vincent Riley, Lucy Weatherspoon. At a late hour they all departed for home, wishing Mr. Robb many more happy birthdays. A FRIEND. Friday, 4 Nov, 1911--MRS. E. SLY MARRIED--yesterday evening at 6:30 Mrs. Elizabeth Sly, of Higbee, became Mrs. Jacob Eustey, after a courtship of but 6 hours. The bride is 58 years old the groom 67, and as told exclusively in yesterday's Monitor the couple had never seen each other until their wedding day. Uncle Sam was the messenger of love, the courtship being carried on by correspondence. By the medium mentioned, arrangements were made for Mrs. Sly and Mr. Eustey to meet in Moberly, talk matters over and if each was satisfied with the other, to have the ceremony performed to-day. But, unwilling to allow either party to the contract, time to change their mind, the little Love God hurried matters and the ceremony was solemnized at the hour mentioned yesterday. Before an audience composed of Circuit Clerk Aubrey Marshall, Constable Sam Turner, the proprietor and boarders of the hotel at which they were stopping, the venerable couple entered the parlor to the entrancing strains of the wedding march played by Miss Ollie Franklin, and took their places before Probate Judge Louis Ratliff who performed the ceremony. Before solemnizing the marriage, the versatile judge told of the solemnity of the occasion, spoke impressively of the duties they were about to assume and murmured in flowery metaphor of the joys of married life. Being a married man himself, the Judge put up a convincing argument and when he had finished, the prospective bride and groom expressed their willingness to have the ceremony performed, and it was forthwith. The strains of "Casey Jones" reverberated through the hotel parlor as Judge Ratliff pronounced the couple man and wife, and the guests departed to the soul-stirring tune of "A Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight." Mr. and Mrs. Eustey will go to Iowa on their honeymoon, after which they will go to Rockdale, Pa, the groom's home to reside--Moberly Monitor Oct 27. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Patterson Peterman, a Wabash painter living at Moberly, was killed by a train near Salisbury Thursday evening of last week. He had finished his day 's work and with another member of the paint gang was on his way to Salisbury on a handcar. They either failed to see the train or misjudged its distance, as Peterman was hit as they took the car from the track. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Uncle Jim Snyder, one of Armstrong's pioneer citizens, and quite well known here, died suddenly at his home in that place Saturday morning last, aged 81 years. He was sawing wood when he sank to the ground and died without uttering a word. He was born in Virginia in 1830 and came to Missouri with his parents in '34, locating on a farm just south of Armstrong. He was one of the oldest Odd Fellows and Freemasons in this section, having joined the former in '54 and the latter in '57, and had been tiler of the Armstrong Masonic lodge for almost 50 years. At his request, made several years ago, a sword, the insignia of his office, which he had used for so many years, was buried with him. He was buried with the honors of the order, the assemblage being one of the largest ever seen in Armstrong. He is survived by his widow and two children. In his death Armstrong has lost a mighty good citizen. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Mrs. James White of Rucker is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. J. Lee Dougherty, and other relatives here this week. Mrs. Ernest Shockley and daughter of Slater, are the guest of her parents, B. M. Avery and wife. G. W. Webb has sold his farm of 80 acres in the north part of this township to Edwin Pitney for $1700. Mrs. Dixie Hardister and daughter of Huntsville spent a few days with her sister, Mrs. G. F. Dougherty, here last week. Thos. Blakemore, wife and son of near Myers attended the 16th wedding anniversary of his brother, Joseph, who resides two miles southeast of Harrisburg, Monday, Oct 22. About 50 or 60 relatives and friends were present, those from a distance being Mrs. Lacey, St. Louis; Mrs. Batterton and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Payne of Columbia. An enjoyable day was spent by all present. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Ben, W. D. and Morris Hamilton returned to their homes near Welsey, Kan, Monday after a visit with relatives in this section. The brothers lost their parents when quite small and were looked after by relatives. Ben, the baby, was taken charge of by Thos. Brockman and wife with whom he remained until grown. The brothers located in Kansas where they purchased a lot of cheap land and have prospered. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Brockman gave a big dinner in their honor, at which all of Mr. Brockman's children were present, it being the first time they had all been together for a number of years. They are, Mrs. John White, La Plata; Thomas, of St. Louis and Mrs._______Davis. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--The sympathy of his many Higbee friends goes out to Chas. L. Elliott in the death of his mother, who died at her home near Estill on Oct 28, 1911; aged 86 years. She is survived by three sons---Col. John S. of Boonville and H. W. and Chas. L. of Estill. She is also survived by six grandchildren and three sisters. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--PUBLIC SALE--Thursday, Nov 9.--I have decided to quit farming, and wil sell to the highest bidder for cash at my farm four miles south of Higbee and three north of Myers on the above date the following property. Two coming 4-year-old mare mules 15 /2 hands. coming 3-year-old horse. Suckling horse cold. 12-inch breaking plow. Walking cultivator. Set tug harness and set chain harness. Farm wagon. Ton of hay in barn. 100 shocks corn and fodder and 10 shocks cane. Some household goods, including cook and heating stoves and other things too numberous to mention. Sale to begin at 10 o'clock. WM WARFORD. Col. W. F. Jones, Auctioneer. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--PUBLIC SALE--Having decided to move to Higbee, I will see at the Joseph Kirby farm, three miles south of Higbee on the Higbee and Burton road on Saturday, Nov 11. the following described property: Good brood mare. Good aged mare. 2 year-old horse. Good yearling horse. Suckling colt. 2 good brood sows. 2 breaking plows. Double shovel plow. A harrow. A hand corn planter. Stack of hay. Cultivator and numerous other things. Terms made known on day of sale. Sale to begin at 10 o'clock. I. F. KIRBY Col. w. f. Jones Auctioneer. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Born, on Oct 28, to John Wilson and wife, a son. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Born, on Oct 31, to Joe Palfry and wife, a son. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Born, on the 2nd, to L. P. Murry and wife, a son. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Born, Oct 31, to J. N. Cleeton and wife, a daughter. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--U. S. Foy and wife were called to Mokane Saturday by the death of the latter's father, August Ladeis, who died of typhoid, aged 55. Mrs. Foy has the sympathy of all. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Mrs. W. H. Jenner returned to her home in St. Louis Tuesday after a short visit with her parents, W. H. Welch and wife. She was accompanied by Miss Anna Welch. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--A son was born on the 2nd to Irvin Fullington and wife, of northwest of town. It is the first grandson in the family and the fond parents, as well as grandparents, uncles and aunts, are very proud of the new arrival. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--J. J. Bradley of this city received word from the hospital at Pueblo, Col, that his son, Oliver, who has been ill with fever at that place for some time, is on the road to recovery and will be well within a short time--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Mrs. J. M. Proctor died at her home in Sturgeon Thursday of last week after a protracted illness, aged about 60 years. She is survived by her husband and six children. A better christian or a truer friend never lived than Mrs. Proctor, and in her death her family and the entire community has suffered an irreparable loss. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--G. R. Rennolds of this place, J. M. Rennolds of Fayette and W. L. Rennolds of Moberly left here yesterday to attend the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Jackson Brink, who died suddenly at her home near Kansas City Wednesday of heart failure. She was 79 years of age. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Mrs. Wm. Walton was quite severely burned about the hands and face Monday. She was carrying a pan of cinders out of the house when a red hot coal fell and lodged in her apron. In an instant her clothing was on fire, and before the flames could be put out she had received painful burns about the hands and face. But for her daughter, Miss Libbie, whose hands were also burned in going to her mother's aid, the latter might have been fatally burned. She was given prompt medical attention, and has since been getting along nicely. Friday, 4 Nov 1911--Any one knowing a comely widow whose husband was hanged, should notify John B. Randall of Mangum, Ok., who has advertised for a wife. He says the applicants must be widows whose husbands have been hanged. Randall offers them a good home, fine time and plenty of money. The woman who would be his wife, also must be good looking and a good cook. Randall says he insists on the "hanging" provision because otherwise his wife-to-be always would be remarking what a fine fellow her first husband had been. This would cause trouble in the family, says Randall, and he craves peace. He owns a large ranch near Mangum. Kathy Bowlin

Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Hugh Mooney returned Friday from Montana where he went two weeks ago with the view of locating. He was not very favorably impressed with the country, as it is very rought and broken, but may return later. Take our advice, Hugh, and stick to Missouri and strawberries. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--The farm of the late Jas. Dougherty has been purchased by two of his sons--J. D. and Tim. Purchase price not learned. Irvin Lyle of Millersburg was called here Friday to attend the funeral of his brother, W. J. Lyle. He will remain a few days and visit relatives. Prof. A. E. Lyle, who teaches at Armstrong, and his sister, Miss Josie, who teaches near Boonsboro, were called here Friday by the death of their grandfather. Thos. Cayton, a well known citizen of the Harrisburg vicinity, died of heart disease Wednesday, Oct. 18. He was found at the barn in an unconscious condition and died without regaining consciousness. He leaves a widow and several children. One son, W. A., is postmaster at Harrisburg. S. M. Naylor celebrated his 80th birthday at the home of his son, Wm. F, Oct 19. About 40 of his children, grandchildren, relatives and intimate friends were present. At the noon hour a genuine old fashioned dinner, such as the country home can boast of was served. There was an abundance of roast turkey, mutton, vegetables and delicious cakes. A large fruit cake was worthy of special mention. It was a thing of beauty and fit for the daintiest appetite. The table was beautifully decorated with autumn flowers. His five children, Samuel P., Mrs. G. W. Reed, Mrs. D. Price and Mrs. S. H. Hitt of Fayette, and Wm. F., were present. Late in the afternoon the guests departed, each wishing the kind old gentleman many more happy birthdays. W. J. LYLE DEAD--W. J. Lyle, a respected citizen of this township, was found dead by his wife in the field where he was engaged in mowing cane Thursday afternoon. Neuralgia of the heart was supposed to be the cause of death, as he had suffered a slight attack a few days before. He leaves a widow and three children--W. M., Archie P. and Mrs. S. M. Ancell, of Perche. Deceased was born in Monroe county nearly 72 years ago. Was united in marriage to miss Sallie Waller. To this union seven children were born, three dying in infancy. A son died a few years ago. In his death the community loses a good citizen, a kind neighbor and a man who never turned a deaf ear to those in distress. The remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Smith Chapel cemetery. The bereaved have the sympathy of the entire community. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Mrs. S. Quick, we regret to learn, is seriously ill at her home near Myers. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Miss Cora Riley of Yates was the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. L. Cave, during the week. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Mrs. W. H. Jenner of St. Louis is the guest of her parents, W. H. Welch and wife. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Earl and Wilmer, little sons of Chas. Solbert who have been quite sick for the past week, are some better. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--J. T. Bagby and wife, of Randolph Springs spent Saturday and Sunday with his brother, J. H. Bagby, near town. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Maryette Bagby, of St. Louis, returned home Tuesday after a pleasant visit with her son, Jas. H. Bagby, and family. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Edward Bradley of Yates was one of the lucky ones to draw a claim in land drawing which took place at Gregory, SD, this week. Congratulations. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--U. S. Foy and wife were called to Mokane Monday by the serious illness of Mrs. Foy's father and sister. They returned yesterday, leaving the sick some better but still dangerously ill. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--CUBBAGE-WHITMIRE--Mr. Harvey C. Cubbage, a prosperous farmer of near Yates and one of the best men in the county, and Mrs. Alice Whitmire, a most estimable and popular lady residing just west of town, were united in marriage at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. Notley Magruder, Wednesday eve, October 25, 1911. We learn that they will leave for Texas early next week, where they will probably spend most of the winter. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--MRS. SARAH WILLIAMS DEAD--Mrs. Sarah Williams, whose serious illness was noted in our last issue, passed peacefully away at her home in this place at 8:30 o'clock Friday morning, Oct 29, 1911, from valvular disease of the heart, aged 77 years. About a year ago her health began to fail, and for three months past her decline was very rapid. She was a woman of grit and determination and was devoted to her family and refused to give up, but kept up her household duties to within a week of her death. Mrs. Williams was born in Aberdare, South Wales, June 26, 1834, and came to this country about 40 years ago. The family located in Higbee in 1887, and have resided here constantly since. Mrs. Williams was never happier than when doing something for the comfort and happiness of her children or some distressed or sick friend, and in her death the town has lost as good a woman as ever lived in it. She was a great lover of her home, and until she visited a daughter in Illinois several years ago, she had never spent a night from under her own roof. She was the mother of 6 children, one of whom died in infancy in Pennsyvlania. The children are Miles, Thomas H., Jenkins, Mrs. George Lilly and Miss Lizzie, all of whom were with her when she passed away. Services were held at the home Sunday by Revs. W. L. Halberstadt and Ben Robson, and the large assemblage present spoke more eloquent than words of the esteem in which she was held. Interment was made in the city cemetery. The NEWS joins the community in sympathy to the bereaved ones. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Jessie E. Campbell, who ran away from her homee in Cairo, this county, a year or two ago with a prominent business man of that place, committed suicide in St. Louis Saturday by taking poison. A quarrel with a married man with whom she was living is given as the cause. Friday, 27 Oct, 1911--A STRENUOUS TIME--C. A. O'Dell, the popular and efficient superintendent of our public school, has had a rather strenuous time of it this week aside from his school duties. Monday he had occasion to punish Tyre Harris, son of Geo. Harris, and the latter took exception to it, claiming that Mr. O'Dell should have been sure that the boy was guilty of the charge--that of cutting to pieces the ball used by the basket ball team. Mr. Harris went to the drug store of Dinwiddie & Burkhalter, president of the board, and after the latter had informed him that he would call a meeting of the board the next evening to investigate the matter, Mr. Harris started out of the store and encountered O'Dell, who was leaning against a show case with his hands in his pockets talking to T. L. Marshall and several others. He spoke to Mr. O'Dell about the matter and the longer he thought about it the angrier he got. On Mr. O'Dell telling him that he had no explanation to make and that they would settle it at the board meeting. Harris, with the remark, "but you may have to explain to me," or something similar, slapped O 'Dell on the cheek. The next instant Harris found himself on his back with O'Dell on top of him, but they were separated before any damage was done either. The meeting of the board was held Tuesday night and the matter satisfactorily adjusted, and Mr. Harris will return the boy to school. Wednesday evening things were again looking stormy for Mr. O'Dell, for as he was coming from school he was met at the citizens bank corner by John Dennis and one of two of his sons, who had blood in their eye because Mr. O'Dell had punished his youngest son, Raymond, aged about 15 years, claiming that he had hit him with his clenched fist. For a time things looked quite squally, but fortunately no blows were struck. Had Mr. O'Dell been attacked the attackers would no doubt had their hands more than full, for many in the big crowd which quickly gathered believed that he had acted within his rights, and believing further that complaint should have been made to the board, determined to take a hand and give Mr. Dennis all he wanted, provided Mr. O' Dell needed any assistance. One of Mr. Dennis' sons, who was opposed to having the matter settled by a personal encounter, advised his father to consult a lawyer and let the law deal with Mr. O'Dell if he had been too severe with the boy. Mr. Dennis wisely took the advise and went to Moberly on the first train to employ an attorney. We did not learn the result of his visit. Friday, Oct 27, 1911--CARD OF THANKS--To the people of Higbee in general who were so kind to us during the sickness and death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Sarah Williams, we wish to return our sincere and grateful thanks. THE CHILDREN. Friday, Oct 27, 1911--Thos. Williams, son of T. D. Williams, and Miss Ola, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Truby, were married Sunday, Oct. 22, 191, J. C. Elgin officiating. The NEWS joins others in best wishes. Kathy Bowlin

Friday, 20 Oct 1911--L. I. Tolson, a well known citizen of Fayette, died suddenly in his room in the Laclede Hotel in St. Louis on the 17th. He had been in St. Louis about two weeks and was known to be in poor health, but his illness was not considered serious. He was a son of J. D. Tolson. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--We learn that Oliver Bradley, formerly of this place, is seriously ill of typhoid fever in a hospital at Pueblo, Col, where he recently located. The NEWS joins the community in the hope for his speedy recovery. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Jas. McGill and wife left Wednesday for Centralia where they will visit for two or three weeks before going to their farm in Stoddard county which Mr. McGill purchased some time ago. The best wishes of a host of Higbee friends go with them. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Roy Golden and wife formerly of this township, have moved to Clark to make their future home. Mrs. B. M. Avery went to Slater Friday to visit her daughter, Mrs. Ernest Shockley. Mrs. Laura B. Manion and three children left Tuesday for their home in McMurry, Wash, after a six weeks' visit with her father, E. B. Ancell. Miss Ozella Dougherty who teaches the Tick Ridge school northwest of Fayette, spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dougherty. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Wilma M, the 6-month-old daughter of Albert Moffitt and wife of Yates, died suddenly on Monday, October 16, 1911, of heart trouble. Services were held at the home on Tuesday by Rev. Notley Magruder and continued at Pleasant Grove cemetery, where in presence of a number of friends the babe was laid to rest awaiting the coming of the Savior. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Walker Reed, a Moberly negro, was cut to pieces by a Wabash train while walking on the track near Huntsville Tuesday night. He was on his way to the home of a farmer where he had secured work. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Born, on the 19th, to Comma Griggs and wife, a son. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Through the kindness of her father, G. H. Pyle, Mrs. Bessie Lessly will read the NEWS for a year. Friday, 20 Oct 1911--Miss Lydia Hersman left Tuesday for an extended visit with relatives at Mingus, TX. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Miss Nettie Jones orders the NEWS sent to her sister, Mrs. E. N. Meyers, of Attica, O, for a year. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Dr. G. M. Nichols was called to Leavenworth, Kansas, Sunday to see his brother, Edward, who is seriously ill. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Mrs. T. K. Gimtley left for her home in Spokane, Washington, Sunday, after a month's visit with her parents, L. A. Hulett and wife. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Lucy Patterson and daughter left Tuesday for Mountain Grove, where they will make their future home. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--John Miles and wife returned from Moberly Tuesday where they were called by the illness of their daughter, Mrs. F. E. Mattocks. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Mary Turner and daughter, Mrs. R. Epperly, of Marceline, are the guests of the former's sister, Mrs. G. R. Rennolds. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Chas. Walker of Troy, Ill, was the guest of his brother, Pete Walker, and family during the week. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Joe Carroll, who has been making his home with his half brother, O. S. Hull, of near Madison, for the past three years, was here during the week shaking hands with old friends, all of whom were tickeled to death to see him. All were glad to know that his health is better than in years and that he now seems to be on the high road to recovery. It was Joe's second or third visit to Higbee since he left here almost 20 years ago, and he hardly knew the place, so many improvements for the better having taken place. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Sarah Williams' Very Ill--Mrs. Sarah Williams, one of Higbee's oldest and most highly respected ladies, and as good a woman as ever lived among us, is seriuosly ill at her home in this place and her recovery is a matter of grave doubt. She is 78 years of age and unless a change for the better comes at once, she can't survive many days. She is suffering from dropsy and heart trouble. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Born, on the 18th, to J. W. (Bud) Shafer and wife, a daughter. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--GRAND JURY PROBING THINGS--The grand jury now sitting at Moberly is going to the bottom of several things, it is said, and particularly the reported gambling at Yates and the selling of booze at this place. We understand that the jury has summoned about 100 Higbee citizens to appear before it to tell what they know, if anything, as to the illegal sale of liquor here. An item will be seen elsewhere taken from the Moberly Democrat relative to one John Douglas being arrested in the grand jury room charged with running a crap game. We learn, on what we consider good authority, that he was arrested for perjury before the grand jury. We learn that strick tab will be kept on the evidence given by those summoned from here, and arrests made for perjury where it can be proven. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Geo. Lilly of Taylorville, Ill, arrived Sunday to be with her mother, Mrs. Sarah Williams, who is quite sick. Friday, 20 Oct, 1911--Rankin & Solberg, the hustling proprietors of the Gem Theater, certainly deserve success, and if giving the people the best will bring it they will succeed far beyond their expectations. They this week put in the very latest thing in the way of a moving picture machine at a cost of $250. It is the best made and the kind used only in the best shows. By a newly patented device the "flickering" of the pictures is almost done away with. They are thinking of buying an attachment for the old machine so that carbide light can be used, and if a suitable room can be found giving Saturday night shows at Armstrong. Kathy

Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--WABASH ENGINEER SHOT--Engineer John Cerovich of 500 Madison avenue, lies at the Wabash hospital at the point of death as the result of a bullet which penetrated his abdomen, at 9:45 o'clock Friday night. The bullet was fired from a gun owned by Mr. Cerovich and his wife was with him at the time of the shooting. In a statement to the hospital attaches late yesterday afternoon the wounded man said he had shot himself. The absence of powder marks on his clothing tends to refute this statement and the belief is general that Mr. Cerovich is trying to shield his assailant from blame. His wife, Mrs. Jessie Cerovich, is of a highly nervous temperament and was at one time an inmate of the asylum at Fulton, Mo. She is said to have carried the revolver for several weeks prior to the shooting of Friday night but whether or not the weapon was in her possession on the night of the shooting has not been determined. Mrs. Cerovich has been visiting at a neighbor's home, across the street, and when her husband came by she left with him for their home. A few moments later a shot was heard and neighbors rushing to the scene found Mr. Cerovich lying on the porch, seriously and perhaps fatally injured. The wounded man was taken to the Wabash hospital where the physicians made an attempt to locate and remove the bullet. Their efforts were futile, however, and the patient became too weak for further incisions to be made. Mrs. Cerovich accompanied her husband to the hospital. She had to be ordered from the operating room, and a hospital attache told a Monitor reporter yesterday that she did not appear excited and slept soundly throughout the night. So far as can be learned, Mrs. Cerovich has steadfastly refused to give her version of the shooting--Moberly Monitor. Friday, 13 Oct 1911--Wm. Jester and wife returned to their home in Henly, Mo, yesterday after a visit with her parents, P. W. Warford and wife. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Dr. W. E. Williams was here from Clark Monday and informed us that he had decided to locate at Burton for the practice of his profession and that he would also open a drug store. He has the best wishes of a host of Higbee friends. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Mrs. J. E. Guerin of near Gilliam, was the guest of her son, A. B. Guerin, and wife the first of the week. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Thos. Feland, who has been in Oklahoma for three years, returned to Higbee Saturday. He was accompanied by his five motherless little sons who will be cared for by relatives until he looks out a home for them. He will leave in a few days for one of the Dakotas where he expects to locate. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--A RUNAWAY MARRIAGE--Mr. John Arthur Lilly and Miss Alva Enochs sprang a big surprise on their parents and friends Sunday by eloping to Moberly where they were married. Mr. Enochs learning that the couple had gone to Moberly, telephoned to the officers in the hope of preventing the marriage, but was a few minutes too late. The happy couple returned to Higbee and went to the home of Wm. Chapman, an uncle of the groom, southeast of town, where Mr. Lilly was arrested at the instance of his irate father-in-law by Constable Bagby. It was the intention of Mr. Enochs to prosecute Mr. Lilly for abduction, as his daughter was but 15 years old and a pupil in the high school. He thought better of it the next day and decided to make the best of the situation. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Enochs, and is a very winsome little lady and popular with all who know her. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lilly and is a model young man in every respect. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--OBITUARY--James Russell died at West Mineral, Kas, Oct 3, 1911. He was born in Huntsville, Mo, on August 16, 1833, the son of William and Jean Russell. The family moved to Elliott and thence to Higbee in 1890. He lived here until about five years ago when he moved with his mother to Mineral where several of his famiy had already located. While here he was a great favorite with everyone, and was greatly esteemed. He was known by his friends as "Toby." His illness, pulmonary tuberculosis, extended over several months. Everything that money and medical skill could accomplish was done to save him. The climate of Colorado was resorted to, but to no avail. He leaves to mourn his demise a mother, four brothers and two sisters, all of whom accompanied his mortal remains to Higbee and thence to their last resting place. The brothers are Pete, Thomas, Charles and George. Sisters, Mrs. R. S. Jones and Mrs. John Pilkington. The body arrived here at 9 a.m. Friday and was taken to the home of Geo. McGill where it was viewed by friends and acquaintances. Services were held at the Baptist church on Saturday, Oct 7, by Rev. F. J. James in presence of a large assemblage of relatives and friends after which interment was made in the cemetery by the side of his father, brother William and sister Mary. The pall bearers were John and Thomas Evans, Jas. O'Donnell, Arthur and Albert Towles and Tony Cruse. Friday, 13 Oct 1911--The little daughter which came to bless the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lon Macy two months ago, died yesterday. Interment will be made today in the city cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all. Friday, 13 Oct 1911--Geo. B. Harrison, one of Howard county's most prominent citizens, died at his home in Glasgow on the 5th of cancer of the stomach, aged 67 years. He was president of the Glasgow Savings Bank and was reputed to be one of the county's wealthiest citizens. he carried $44,000 life insurance. he is survived by his widow and three children. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Born, on the 9th, to John Jones and wife, a son. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Born, on the 8th, to Foster Enochs and wife, a daughter. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Mrs. Marvin Moss of Vandalia is the guest of her parents, Dr. and Mrs. G. M. Nichols. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--John Roberts, of Terre Haute, Ind, is the guest of his sister, Mrs. David Hare, and other relatives. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Thos. Hare came up from Windsor Sunday to see his father, Henry Hare, who has not been so well for several days, we are sorry to state. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Born, on the 5th, to Forrest Shields and wife, a son. Mrs. Nettie Dougherty of Higbee is the guest of her parents, B. M. Avery and wife. Wm. Wilson and wife of Corder are the guests of Mrs. Wilson's brothers, R. S., George and Joseph Fisher. Miss Bettie Hitt left Saturday for a visit with her brother, George, of Ft. Worth, Texas. Mrs. Jas. Feland of this township is seriously ill at the home of her son-in-law, Alex Petrie, of near Fayette. Joseph Carmen went to Jacksonville last week. He intends to make his home in the future with his sister, Mrs. Brooks, who resides near there. Friday, 13 Oct, 1911--Women have taken up flying. Now watch the aviation skirt replace the hobble and the harem. They're getting nearer to trousers every day--Baltimore Sun. Kathy

Friday, 6 Oct 1911--A CORRECTION--Several weeks ago the NEWS copied an article from the Moberly Monitor relative to Wm. Wheeler's efforts to obtain possession of his child which had been placed in a foundling home in St. Louis, in which it was stated that Miss Sallie Adams of this place had taken the baby to the institution at the request of its mother, who was making her home at Mr. Adams' since she and Mr. Wheeler separated. Miss Adams asks us to print this correction, taken from the Monitor of Aug 25, and which we overlooked: "Miss Adams did not place the child in the institution mentioned, but merely accompanied the mother. She says if the authorities stated to the contrary their statement is not true. Friday, 6 Oct 1911--J. J. Hardin, who recently sold his drug store in Moberly to J. J. Bradley, left with his wife Monday for California where he will spend the winter for the benefit of his health. Friday, 6 Oct 1911--MYSTERIOUS DEATH AT FAYETTE--Richard Wainscott, an industrious and well known farmer who has lived the past four years on the Steve Brown farm east of Fayette, died at the Fayette Electric Light and Power House about 5 o'clock Wednesday morning. The deceased had been at the State Fair at Sedalia and returned on the excursion train Tuesday night. When he appeared at the power house about 10:30 p.m., he seemed slightly intoxicated. At his request, Albert Shipley, the electrician, showed him through the plant. Wainscott then sat down in a chair and went to sleep. Mr. Shipley, according to his custom, shortly afterward, lay down on the floor and took a nap. Shortly after 4 a. m. Mr. Shipley's son, who assists him at the plant, awoke his father and told him that Wainscott was "having a fit" or something. Mr. Shipley threw some water in his face and carried him to the door for fresh air, but Wainscott died without regaining consciousness. A small black spot and a slight scratch on the wrist are the only marks on the body. Whether Wainscott had gotten up and touched some machinery that shocked him sufficiently to cause death is not known. The body was taken to Whyte's undertaking rooms where Esq. Jasper Thompson held a coroner 's inquest, which returned a verdict to the effect that the deceased came to his death from causes unknown to the jury.--Fayette Democrat Leader. Friday, 6 Oct 1911--PITNEY-MORRIS--Mr. Colman Pitney and Miss Price Morris were married at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. Notley Magruder, on Sunday, Oct 1, 1911. The bride is the handsome and accomplished daughter of John Morris of near yates, and numbers her friends by her acquaintances. The groom is one of the popular and hustling young farmers of this vicinity and is a son of O. S. Pitney. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 6 Oct 1911--Capt. B. F. Devinney, at one time Moberly's leading photographer, died at his home in Pendleton, Oregon, recently, aged 73 years. He was born in Boone county. Friday, 6 Oct 1911--Mrs. J. J. Dobson and two children left Wednesday for their home in Lewiston, Mont, after an extended visit with her parents, Geo. Wilson and wife. She was accompanied by her father-in-law, Joe Dobson, and her brother, Dysart Wilson. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Elijah S. Hawkins, one of Sturgeon's oldest citizens, died at his home in that place on Sept. 28, aged 79 years. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Hugh Mooney will leave Monday for Shelby, Mont, where he goes to enter 160 acres of government land. It is his intention to remain there for the winter if he can find employment, and will move his family at once if he can sell his residence property. If not, they will remain here until spring if Mr. Mooney doesn't decide before that time to come back, and we hope he will come to such a decision, for he is a citizen the town can ill afford to lose. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Joe P. Rice, a former well known Moberly citizen, and at one time a member of the board of Railroad and Warehouse Commissioners, died at Los Vegas, NM on the 1st, of consumption. Interment was made at Moberly. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Born, on the 3rd, to Jas. Slaughter and wife, a son. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Born, on Sept 28, to W. W. Morley and wife, a daughter. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Circuit Court will convene at Moberly on the 9th. About 150 cases are on the docket, twenty-four of which are divorce cases. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Born, on Sept. 24th, to Wm. Kelso and wife, a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Kelso are now the parents of thirteen children, all of whom are living. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--MEETING AT MT. ARARAT CLOSED--Rev. Bell Green, aided by Rev. D. B. Clifton, held a successful meeting at our church. Fourteen were baptized, six restored and one profession. Those baptized: Kirk Pitney, Henry Westfay, Grover Lusby, Willie Creson, Earl Robb, Thos. Dennis, Virgil Philips, Mrs. Thos. Dennis, Mrs. Elmer Dennis, Mrs. John Foley, Mrs. Owen Woods, Mrs. Sam Robb, Hazel Dennis and Ethel Robb. Bro. Green will soon take his departure for New Mexico to see his son, who is staying there for his health. His wife and children will accompany him. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--JAMES RUSSELL DEAD--James Russell, the youngest son of Mrs. Jane Russell, a former citizen of Higbee, died at the home of his mother in West Mineral, Kansas, at 11:42 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 3, 1911, of tuberculosis, aged 28 years. The body will arrive here over the Katy at 4:50 p.m. today and funeral services will be conducted at the Baptist church to-morrow at 2:30 p.m. and interment made in the city cemetery. "Tobie," as James was familiarly known by his Higbee acquaintances, resided here most of his life, until about five years ago when he removed to Kansas with his mother. He was very popular with all who knew him and the news of his death came as a great shock to most of his Higbee friends, not many of whom knew of his sickness. Besides his mother, he is survived by two sisters and three brothers. The NEWS joins the community in warmest sympathy to the bereaved family and sorrowing friends. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--Martin Cross, who returned last week from Macon county where he was called by the death of a sister, hands us the following: Mary and Martha Cross, twin daughters of Richard and Martha J. Cross, were born May 23, 1899, near Bevier, Macon county, Mo. They being the only girls of a family of four boys they were looked upon by all the family with great interest. Martha died Feb 23, 1910, of diphtheria. Her sickness was somewhat brief but she suffered extreme pain. Her prayer during her sickness was that if the Lord saw fit He might spare her life, but was reconciled to the will of God. She died happy, and before her death exhorted her unsaved brothers to see the Lord. Mary died Sept 23, 1911, of typhoid fever and complications. She was sick scarcely a week and, like Martha, suffered much. She was unconscious most of the time, but during the early part of her sickness said to her mother that she was ready to go. Just before she passed away she seemed to be conscious most of the time, but during the early part of her sickness said to her mother that she was ready to go. Just before she passed away she seemed to be conscious but was unable to speak and pointed out one of her brothers as though she had a message for him. Their father died in May, 1906, having been injured by a runaway team. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--W. Christian Burton and bride arrived on the Red Train from Kansas City last Friday. "Chris" was given a rousing welcome by a lot of his old cronies who were at the station in force to meet him. He had imagined that he would step quietly from the train with his bride and make his way to the residence of his father unmolested, and was a little surprised, not to say shocked, when some half dozen or more grabbed him and refused to let go. He was carried to the end of the station platform where the worst dilapidated buggy the crowd could find was standing, and put on board. He was given an old umbrella in keeping with the buggy, to which was attached a placard which contained the words in big letters, "Just Married" which he was compelled to hold over him the boys pulled the buggy, which was covered with placards, through the streets. A halt was made at Cleeton's drug store where "Chris" bought his release with a box of good cigars. Had he become obstreperous, the crowd was going to take him to the C. & A. tank and cool him off with the hose, but he "came across" with such good grace that the boys escorted him home--without letting him out of the rig, however. Friday, 6 Oct, 1911--The infant daughter of Robert Coffman and wife of Yates died on Sept 24th, and was buried the following day at Ebenezer after services at the home by F. H. James. Kathy Bowlin

29 September 1911--Henry Lay and Miss Flossie Atkins were married Sept 20. The contracting parties reside in the northeast part of this township. The groom is the son of William Lay, a prosperous farmer. The bride is the charming daughter of Chas. Atkins. To this worthy young couple we extend congratulations and best wishes. 29 Sep 1911--The death of "Uncle Jimmy" Dougherty at the age of 96, at his home in Bonnefemme Township, Howard Co, Mo., a few days ago, marked the passing of an old and honored citizen. In the picture shown above five generations are represented. They are Jas.Dougherty, recently deceased; Mrs. Anna Atkins, his eldest daughter, born July 15, 1842, she being the mother of one son and two daughters, all of whom are living; Mrs. Eliza Andrews, her second daughter, was born Mar 15, 1863; Mrs. Gertrude Horne of Moberly, second daughter of Mrs. Andrews, born August 2, 1885, and Frederick Horne, second son of Mrs. Horne, born July 4, 1909. James Dougherty was born in Kentucky, August 4, 1815. He came to Missouri on horseback when but a small boy, and made a trip back to Kentucky in 1842, where he married his boyhoodsweetheart, Miss Elizabeth Mobley. They returned to Missouri on horseback and settle on the farm in Howard county, where he lived until his death, August 26, 1911. There were twelve children born to this union--eight boys and four girls, all of whom are living and have families of their own. For the last twenty years there has been a reunion held at his home on his birthday, and all the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, besides hundreds of friends and other relatives attended. On August 4, 1911, the 96th anniversary was celebrated in the usual manner, Mr. Dougherty being hale and hearty and possessing all his faculties. On this occasion there were over 1000 persons present, and five generations, as shown above, were represented--Sturgeon Leader. [ The photo on the microfilm was not very good, BUT, I will try to get to the local library and see if it will copy at all. If it does, I will make multiple copies for those who want it.] 29 Sep 1911--KILLED BY TRAIN--The crew of a train which was taking a siding near Evansville this morning, found a dead man on the main line. The body was badly mangled and life had been extinct for some time. The Monroe county coroner, Mr. Wilson, of Madison, was notified and soon arrived at the scene of the tragic death. The man's pockets were searched and found to contain 50 or 55 cents in small change and a few papers. One envelop was addressed to Louis Ashcraft, Stoutsville, and the name of O. W. Stevens Moberly was on the other side. On telephoning to Moberly it was learned that Stevens was a brakeman who had gone out on his regular run this morning. It was also found out that Ashcraft had been in Moberly yesterday and the two men had arranged to meet and go on a hunting trip in Monroe county. In continuing the investigation it was found that the victim of the accident was a farmer near Stoutsville. A brother-in-law went to Evansville and identified the remains. Deceased was about 32 years of age and well dressed. It is supposed that he decided to beat his way home and fell from the train without being missed by any of the crew. He leaves a father and mother as well as brothers and sisters to mourn his sad and untimely death--Moberly Democrat. 29 Sep 1911--OBITUARY--Miss Nancy Luvinda Cleeton daughter of Moses and Mariah Cleeton was born in Howard county, Mo, July 11, 1849, died September 10, 1911, near Callao, Mo, aged 62 years, 7 months and 19 days. Was united in marriage to W. E. Owen July 26, 1876. To this union was born two sons--J. W., of Montrose, Col, and R. L., of Callao. Mrs. Owen united with the Christian church at Renick at the age of twenty-one, later had her name entered at the Concord church in Macon county, and was a faithful member until called away. Mrs. Owens leaves besides her husband and two sons, four brothers and three sisters, viz: W. C. Cleeton, J. N. Cleeton, Mrs. T. R. Hamilton, Higbee, Mrs. Jasper Hamilton, Renick; Mrs. J. B. Naylor, Prairie Hill; A. C. Cleeton, Moberly, and Moses Cleeton of Lancaster, and all except the latter were at the funeral which was conducted by Rev. Jas. Ramsey. 29 Sep 1911--A reward of $1500 has been offered for the arrest and conviction of the person who killed John Gordon Jones, the cave hermit, near New Cambria two weeks ago. 29 Sep 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Born, on the 24th, to Jas. Swearengen and wife, a son. Jas. Muir, an aged and respected citizen of this township died Sunday, Sept 24, of uraemic poisoning. He leaves a wife and one son, Herbert, to mourn his departure. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. P. Siceloff. Interment in Bethel cemetery. To the bereaved we extend sympathy. 29 Sep 1911--Born, on the 26th, to Emmett Barron and wife, a son. 29 Sep 1911--Born, on the 25th, to Geo. F. Dougherty and wife, a son. 29 Sep 1911--Born, on the 28th, to Mose Stevenson and wife, a daughter. 29 Sep 1911--A. L. Hairl will leave Sunday for Vinita, Ok, where he has a good position in a machine shop. 29 Sep 1911--Dr. Turner Avery, of DeWitt, was here the first of the week visiting his mother, Mrs. Wm. Avery, and other relatives. 29 Sep 1911--C. T. Ware and wife of near Burton are the guests of Jas. Creson and wife, and Mr. Ware's sister, Mrs. Alex Durnil of east of town. Mr. Ware is 82 and Mrs. Durnil 85 years old. 29 Sep 1911--The New Model Dry Goods Co. is the name of a new store at Fayette. Eugene Andrews of this place is the proprietor. 29 Sep 1911--John Lang, former master car builder for the Wabash at Moberly, died at his home in Litchfield, Ill, on the 21st, aged 80 years. 29 Sep 1911--Born, on the 25th to Thos. Jenkins Jr, and wife,a son. 29 Sep 1911--Mrs. Mary Burton left Monday for Wheaton, Minn, for a month's visit with her son, C. B. Burton and family. 29 Sep 1911--Mrs. Jane Aiken, one of Moberly's oldest citizens, died at her home in that place on Tuesday, aged 74 years. 29 Sep 1911--BURTON-JOPLING--W. Christian Burton of this place and Miss Besse E. Jopling of Rich Hill, were married at Kansas City on Thursday, Sept 28, 1911, at the residence of the officiating minister, the Rev. W. R. Richardson, pastor of the First Christian Church. They will arrive today for a short stay before leaving for their future home at Roadhouse, Ill, between which place and Kansas City Mr. Burton runs over the Alton as a government railway postal clerk. "Chris" as Mr. Burton is known by his host of friends, is one of the best young men Higbee or any other community ever turned out. He is strictly temperate, honorable and upright and a thoroughgoing gentleman in every sense of the word, and worthy of the fair prize he has won. The bride is quite well known here, having attended the High School several years ago and visited here on several occasions. She is the second oldest daughter of Mrs. John Jopling of Rich Hill, and is a cousin of Mrs. H. Scott Welch of this place. She is a beautiful and accomplished young lady and is possessed of all the womanly virtues calculated to make the home life of herself and her chosen companion ideal. The NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes, and hopes that their pathway through life may always be filled with sunshine and roses. 29 Sep 1911--Dr. Floyd F. Clark and wife returned to their home in Duluth, Minn, Saturday, after a pleasant visit with the former's parents, Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Brown. 29 Sep 1911--Tyre Dinwiddie, who spent four years in the Navy and made the trip around the world with the fleet, went to Kansas City last week where he re-enlisted and left Friday night for San Francisco where he will be assigned to duty.

I heard there was a mine in the Higbee area years ago. Do you know if a listing of all workers for the mine and a listing for those who died in a mine accident is available? Thanks, Phyllis

1 Sep 1911--Jasper Hamilton and wife of Renick, and T. R. Hamilton of Higbee, were called this week to Chariton county, to see Mrs. W. E. Owens who is seriously ill. 1 Sep 1911--W. H. Welch and wife went to Sturgeon Tuesday to attend the funeral of Mayer McComas, the 7-year-old son of Dr. A. R. McComas, who died at his home in that place Sunday. 1 Sep 1911--MISS LIZZIE PIERCE DEAD--Miss Lizzie Pierce, one of Higee's venerable women, died at the home of A. T. Burton yesterday morning at 5 o'clock, of paralysis, aged 75 years. She had a slight attack at her home here in town Friday night, and as she lived alone she was taken to Mr. Burton's that she might receive proper care and attention. All that could be done for her was done, but to no avail, a second attack proving fatal. Funeral services will be held at Mr. Burton's to-morrow at 9:30 a.m. and interment made in the Rennolds cemetery. An extended notice will be given next week. 1 Sep 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Marvin Philips visited home folks at Boonsboro Saturday. L. Ancell, wife and two children visited Higbee relatives Sunday. Mrs. Mary Rule of Higbee is the guest of her niece, Mrs. S. H. Woods. Rev. Boling preached at Myers Chapel Sunday morning. Mrs. Minnie Hitt and little son are visiting here this week. Prof. A. E. Lyle has been employed as teache rin the Armstrong school. We predict for him success. C. Beachboard of Moberly is spending a few days here with the home folks. Mrs. Willard Edwards went to Moberly Saturday to visit Wm. Williams and wife and the little daughter who arrived at their home recently. Lewis Wyatt of boonsboro visited friends in this township Friday and Saturday. Mrs. Benj. Sissom, and daughters, Mrs. Nora Kitchen and Miss Rosa of Kansas City, are visiting Mrs. Sissom's sister, Mrs. S. P. Naylor. JAMES DOUGHERTY DEAD--"Uncle Jimmie" Dougherty, as he was familiaryly known to his friends and neighbors, is no more. He entered peacefully into his rest Saturday afternoon, August 26th, at 3 p.m., aged 96 years and 22 days. The direct cause of his demise was pneumonia. He was ill only a few days, was taken sick Thursday and grew rapidly worse until the end. The subject of this sketch was born in Jessamine county, Ky, August 4, 1815; came to this county in 1838; was married to Miss Elizabeth Mobley; to this union twelve children were born, eight boys and four girls, viz: S. R, J. D, James L, S. E., W. W., Tim, J. M., J. F., Mrs. A. G. Atkins, Mrs. J. C. Williams, mrs. Bettie George and Mrs. Jas. Dyer. All are living and all were present at the funeral, a vary rare occurrence; 50 grandchildren, one hundred great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great grandchildren survive him. He united with the Baptist church in early age and lived throughout life a consistent christian life. He was loved and respected by his fellowmen and counted his friends by the score. Surely a good man has passed to his reward. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. I. M. Turnage Sunday afternoon at New Hope church. The services were held in the church yard on account of the large crowd present. The bereaved have the sympathy of the entire community. 1 Sep 1911--Mrs. J. A. Robb died at her home east of Armstrong on Tuesday after a lingering illness of consumption. Funeral services were held at Mt. Ararat church Wednesday by Rev. Notley Magruder and interment made in Old Log Chapel. She is survived by her husband and two children. 8 Sep 1911--ROLLA BOTTS MARRIED--Former Higbee Boy Springs Surprise on His Mother, Who Forgives Him--The following, taken from the St. Louis Republic of August 31, will be on interest to readers of the NEWS, as Mrs. Botts and Rolla are old residents of Higbee: Astonishment and defeat were written on the face of Mrs. Blanche Botts, No. 1210A Whittier Street, last night when asked if her son, Rolla M. Botts, a railway mail clerk, had been married to Mrs. M. Ella Gibson of Mott, Ind., during the evening. "Why, my son was here just a few moments ago," she replied. "He is not married, thought. He would not marry without letting me know." Informed that a marriage license had been issued to her son and Mrs. Gibson, Mrs. Botts seemed grieved. "Mrs. Gibson is older than Rolla," she said, "and I was opposed to the marriage. There must be some mistake. Rola will be home soon and will straighten this out. "Rollas has known Mrs. Gibson for about three years. He got letters from her every day and occasional telegrams. Several times she has visited St. Louis. Rolla knew I would oppose the marriage. She is entirely too old for him. He is only 25 years old." She refused to state the age of Mrs. Gibson. "I came to St. Louis from Moberly, my home to be with my son, who runs between here and Kansas City," she continued. "I had hoped by being close to him I could prevent his marriage. Rolla is my only son." Asked if she would forgive her sone when he appeared with his bride, Mrs. Botts replied: "Oh, he will not dare to bring her here. He knows I dislike her, although I have never seen her, nor her picture. But I am sure there is some mistake." Botts returned home at 9:30 o'clock alone. He was confronted at the door by his mother. "I don't know what you are talking about," he replied when asked if he is married. "If you say I am married, I guess I am," he replied. "You seem to know." The marriage took place in St. Louis on August 30, and Rolla and his bride, together with his mother, are residing at 1210 Whittier street. Mrs. Botts says that the reporter got things mixed as to her attitude towards her daughter-in-law, and that she has forgiven them for the surprise they gave her. Rolla is one of the best boys Higbee ever turned out, and the NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. 8 Sep 1911--THE NEWS FROM BONNEFEMME--Born, on the 2nd, to Thurston Fowlkes and wife, a son. Tad Porter is in Kansas City this week visiting his daughter, Mrs. J. R. Children. Mrs. Laura B. Manion and three children, of McMurry, Wash, are visiting her father, E. B. Ancell, and other relatives here. This is her first visit here in almost fifteen years. Mr. Boone Hassler and Janie Comstock were married Sunday, Sept 3, 1911, Eld. E. Y. Keiter officiating. The groom is the son of T. B. Hassler of near Myers and is a worthy young man. The bride is the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. V. D. Comstock. To this worthy young couple we extend congratulations. Benton Freeman died Tuesday morning, Sept 5, 1911, of dropsy. He leaves a wife and eight children--four sons and four daughters. Deceased was about 55 years of age. Burial at Mt. Pleasant cemetery Wednesday. To the bereaved we extend our heart felt sympathy. 8 Sep 1911--Thos. Conroy, aged 16, an employee of the shoe factory at Moberly, was killed in the Wabash yards at that place Thursday evening of last week, being run over by a switch engine. He was the third member of his family to be killed, his brother being killed ina mine accident two years ago and a few months later his father met death in the same manner. All were killed instantly. 8 Sep 1911--Mrs. Harriett Ann Johnson, one of the country's oldest citizens, died at her home two miles east of Cairo on the 2nd, aged 94 years. 8 Sep 1911--THE NEWS FROM YATES--Warren Winn is visiting his grandfather, Harvey Cubbage. Mrs. Ed. Maupin and son, Jack, visited her parents at Roanoke Sunday. Mrs. J. O. Yates is visiting her parents, R. C. Wayland and wife. Rev. Norvil Magruder of Louisville, Ky, is the guest of his parents. 8 Sep 1911--JOHN COCKSHOT DRINKS CARBOLIC ACID AT HOME OF HIS SISTER--John Cockshot, aged 60 years, killed himself Monday evening at 7 o'clock by drinking carbolic acid at the home of his sister, Mrs. Thos. Sutliff (Elizabeth Cockshot Longdon Sutliff), in the west part of town. He was a man who drank more or less, but so far as we can learn had not been drinking that day. He had not been feeling well and had Dr. T. H. Dinwiddie prescribe for him, but failed to return for the medicine after it had been compounded. It is supposed that he took the fatal dose in a fit of despondency or that he was temporarily deranged. After he swallowed the poison he went into the house, and his sister, who knew he was complaining, told him to lie down on the bed. He did so, remarking that the next bed he would lie on would be his own. His tone more than the remark alarmed the family and they summoned a doctor, who found Mr. Cockshot dead on his arrival. Coroner Adams held an inquest Tuesday, the verdict of the jury being that deceased came to his death from carbolic acid poisoning self administered. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday and interment made in the city cemetery. Deceased was born in England in 1851 and came to this country in 1863, locating at Renick where he followed mining. He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Lucy Smeed of Renick. A few years following her death he married Mrs. Anna Galloway of Novinger, where he resided until her death about a year ago. He is survived by five sisters. viz: Mrs. Thos. Sutliff, Mrs. R. R. Jones, Mrs. Mary Pilkington, all of Higbee; Mrs. W. A. Davis of Taylorville, Ill., and Mrs. Wm. Whaley, of Ward, Ia. all of whom were present at the funeral except the latter. Deceased was a quiet, inoffensive man and popular with all who knew him. The bereaved ones have our sympathy. 8 Sep 1911--JAS. FORSYTHE KILLED--Shot Down in Cold Blood For Attempting to Stop a Fight and Protect a Friend.--Jas Forsythe, a former well known citizen of Higbee, was shot down in cold blood at Montana, a small mining camp in Arkansas, Thursday of last week by Geo. McKane, who also lived here a few years ago, being employed at old No. 8, and whose father married the widow Vincent. Thos. Forsythe, a brother, who left on the first train for the scene, returned Tuesday and from him we learn that Jim was shot by McKane for having interfered in a fight. Jim took the part of an old man who had been knocked down and was being kicked by a younger man, and when Jim made him quit, McKane became enraged and pulling a revolver shot Jim through the breast. Although fatally wounded, Jim knocked McKane down, who got up shooting, one ball entering his head just above and the other just below the left eye. McKane then began to shoot into the crowd and fatally shot a man named Chapman and was shot dead by a brother of the latter. Jim had many warm friends here who were shocked and grieved to hear of his tragic end, but all can find consolation in the thought that he died trying to help a friend. Interment was made at Montana. The News joins the community in sympathy to the bereaved. 8 Sep 1911--MRS. SARAH KIMBROUGH DEAD--Mrs. Sarah F. Kimbrough died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. C. Boyd, in Higbee, at 3 o'clock Tuesday, Sept 5, 1911, from carcinoma of the stomach from which she had suffered for some years. She was 77 years old and was born in Kentucky, but came to Missouri at an early age. She was married in 1853 to R. G. Kimbrough. Eight children were born, one dying in infancy. All were present at the funeral except one son, whose home is in Idaho. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren. She was converted in early life and joined the Methodist church, but subsequently joined the Old Baptists. The body was shipped Wednesday morning to Wright City where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Connelly, and interment made in the cemetery there. 8 Sep 1911--A lot of orphan children, taken from different orphanages in New York, will be in Glasgow Thursday of next week, under the auspices of the Children's Aid Society of New York, and all who want to adopt children are requested to be at the opera house in Glasgow at 2 p.m. where the distribution will take place. Application may be made to any of the following prominent Glasgow citizens: G. B. Harrison, C. H. Southward, C. H. Barnes, W. L. Hannaca, E. A. Wengler, W. P. Ruffel. 8 Sep 1911--Capt. E. H. Mix, one of Moberly's oldest and most prominent citizens, died at his home in that city Friday of last week, aged 83 years. He was a prominent Freemason and was a Past Grand Commander of the Knights Templar of Missouri. He was buried Sunday in Oakland cemetery with the honors of the fraternity. T. H. Walton of this place attended the funeral. 8 Sep 1911--School began Monday and so did the postmaster's troubles, for every kid who goes to school never fails to stop at the postoffice morning, noon and night, to enquire for the mail. It is a nuisance and there should be a way to put a stop to it. 8 Sep 1911--W. E. Jones returned Friday from Lamoni, Ia. where he went to place his children in school. 8 Sep 1911--Mrs. J. R. Williams and son of Holdenville, Ok, were the guests of W. I. Williams and family the first of the week. 8 Sep 1911--Chester Dickerson and family left yesterday for their home in Ashfork, Arizona, after a month's visit with J. L. Dougherty and wife of near Myers. 8 Sep 1911--W. S. Littlejohn was here from St. Joseph Sunday. Since his recovery from typhoid fever he has grown so fat that his friends hardly knew him. 8 Sep 1911--OBITUARY--Mary Elizabeth Pierce, whose death was announced in our last issue, was born in Boone county, Mo, on August 2, 1836. She removed to this county with her parents when 11, where she resided until her death. She was converted at the age of 13 and united with the Methodist church, South, of which she had continued a consistent and devout member. At the time the church here was built she resided some miles in the country and was not able to attend services as often as she wished and that she might at least hear the call to worship, she presented the church with the bell now in use, and its tones were ever sweet music to her. As it was decided not to have the funeral at the church, the bell was tolled-a tap for each year of her age--at the hour of the services, which were held at the home of A. T. Burton on Saturday by the Rev. J. D. F. Houck, where the relatives and friends assembled and afterwards joined in the large procession to the Burton cemetery where she was tenderly laid to rest. Beside three nephews and three nieces, her only other relatives are some cousins in Indiana. 8 Sep 1911--DR. T. H. WALTON MARRIED--Yesterday afternoon's mail brought the NEWS the following engraved announcement: "Dr. Thomas H. Walton Mrs. Pearl Williams Waddle announce their marriage Tuesday, September 5, 191, Ellis, Kansas. The "At Home" card announced: "Dr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Walton will be at home October the first, Higbee, Missouri." The above, we presume, will not come as a surprise to many Higbee people, as all have anticipated it for many months. The NEWS joins the friends and acquaintances of each in congratulations and best wishes. Kathy Bowlin

I've "rescued" an old photograph of Roy PRIEST taken at the Howard Studio in Moberly, Missouri. The photo was likely taken in the 1870's when Roy was just an infant. In addition to his name a handwritten note on the reverse of the photograph states that Roy is "Aunt Emma's baby". I believe this is a photograph of Roy Samuel PRIEST son of Theodore F. PRIEST and Emma LAPSLEY born in Missouri. I'd like to trace the family and return the photograph to its rightful place, however, to date I've been unable to locate a direct relative. I appreciate any assistance you can provide. Thanks, Shelley

In a message dated 2/5/01 5:24:35 PM Eastern Standard Time, mkbowlin@iland.net writes: > 25 Aug 1911--We learn that May W. Burton, who was killed at Steinmetz last > Friday > morning, was to have been married soon to one of Armstrong's popular young > ladies and > that his wedding suit arrived the morning of the accident. > > This may be the son of Elijah W. Burton and his wife Hulda. If anyone can confirm or deny let me know. Carole