Friday, 10 July 1914--THE PASSING OF AN OLD CITIZEN--William Thomas Givens died at his home in this city July 1, 1914, of paralysis, after an illness of two weeks. He was born in the state of Ohio, July 2, 1839, and, at the time of his death, lacked only one day of being 75 years old. His first wife whom he married in Ohio, died many years ago. Seven children were born to the union, but we were unable to learn much of their whereabouts. After the death of his first wife, about 38 years ago, he was again married to Miss Emily Gray of near Brookfield, and to this union 10 children, 3 sons and 7 daughters, were born, all of whom, with the widow survive him, and all but one, a daughter who lives in the state of Idaho, were present and ministered to his wants up to the time of his death. One brother, Howard, of Moberly, also survives him and was present before his death and at his funeral. About 40 years ago, Mr. Givens moved to this state and settled in Callao, Macon county. He began railroading and continued this business, working for the Hannibal and St. Joe, and the Wabash, until 22 years ago, when he moved to his farm near Higbee, in Howard county. Before moving to the farm he resided in Dalton, Brunswick, Chillicothe and other places, moving about to suit the convenience of the work he had to do. A year ago last January, being too old to longer continued farming, he disposed of his farm and moved to this city, where he has since resided. Funeral services were held at the home Thursday afternoon after which he was tenderly laid to rest in the city cemetery, to await the resurrection morn. Mr. Givens was a good man, a kind, dutiful and loving husband, an indulgent father, a quiet, unassuming neighbor and friend. To the disconsolate widow, the several sad children, the lonely brother, the 6 grand-children and 1 great grand-child, the Press-Spectator extends its sincere sympathy--Salisbury Press-Spectator. Friday, 10 July 1914--BOYD-ROBB--Rufus Boyd and Miss Georgia Robb, two of Higbee's most popular young people, were married at the residence of David Magruder on Friday evening, July 3, 1914, by the Rev. Kellis Magruder. The wedding came as a surprise to the families and friends of each, as the young people took no one into their confidence. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Boyd and is a young man of worth and character, well worthy of the fair prize he has won. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Robb and is one of Higbee's most refined and sweetest girls. That happiness may ever attend them is the wish of THE NEWS and a wide circle of friends. Friday, 10 July 1914--BURTON-ROBB--Mr. Lee Burton and Miss Gladys Robb were married at Armstrong on July 4, 1914, by Rev. Ormsbee. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Burton of south of town, and is one of the community's most reliable and steady young men. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robb of southwest of town and is a most handsome and charming young lady, and for the past year or two has stood at the head of the list among Howard county's popular and efficient teachers. THE NEWS joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 10 July 1914--Fred Fiedler, aged 20, of Bevier, was killed by a fall of rock in mine No. 8 at that place Monday. Friday, 10 July 1914--The picnic at Burton on the 4th drew a big crowd, the Howard county candidates being present in the afternoon and addressing the voters. >From several who were there we learn that Strother ("Cyclone") Quick, who is a candidate for representative, simply carried the crowd away with his powers of oratory. He is going to make a thorough canvass of the county and will speak in every school district, filling all dates set by the county central committee as well as some on his own account. Friday, 10 July 1914--Eld. Chas. Swift, pastor of the Christian church at Centralia was married on the 4th to Miss Dores Crews, a popular young lady of Centralia. His many Higbee friends join THE NEWS in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 10 July 1914--THE FOURTH A BIG SUCCESS (condensed) The program was carried out as printed. Following are the winners in the several contests and drawing: Largest family---J. B. Mead Tallest farmer--C. S. Hargis Prettiest boy baby--Thos, son of Morgan Richards and wife. Prettiest girl baby--Mildred, daughter of Ed Latham and wife. Prettiest child under 5--Francis, son of J. T. Randolph and wife. Oldest lady---Mrs. Eliza Rennolds. Oldest person--Mrs. Eliza Rennolds, (83 years). Ugliest woman--Mrs. Belle Murphy. Nail Driving Contest--Mrs. J. Lowes, 1st, Mrs. Mandy Comstock.2nd. boys foot race--Arch Jones, 1st, Wm. Palfrey 2nd. Race, 8-10--Raymond Harris, 1st; Cecil Thomas, 2nd. Race, 10-12--Edwin Kline, 1st; Paul Kelso, 2nd. Race, 12-50--Jesse Wright 1st, John Lance 2nd. Men's race--O. Comstock 1st, D. Comstock 2nd. girls' race, 8 years--July Giggs 1st, Susie Burton 2nd. Race 8-10--Lily Crawford 1st, May Matthews 2nd. Race 10-15--Elsie Walton 1st, Frances Dorman 2nd. Ball throwing--Ester Wright 1st, Mrs. May Mathews 2nd, Lizzie Crawford 3rd. Potato race--O Comstock 1st, Wm. Thomas 2nd, Clarence Walton 3rd. Egg race--Ethelein Fuhrman 1st, Effie Benton 2nd, Mrs. May Mathews 3rd. Three-legged race--Joe Martin, Cromer Griffith 1st; Joe Rice, Riley Land 2nd. Nail driving--Lizzie Crawford 1st, Opal Forbes 2nd. Friday, 10 July 1914--The death angel has again visited the Fullington family, taking on July 7th, 1914, from the home of John R. Fullington and wife, their only child, Aliene. If this little flower could have lived until the 11th of October she would have been ten years old. Funeral services were held from the family residence Wednesday p.m. conducted by Revs. James Johnston of Ill, and L. M. White of Fayette, a large crowd being in attendance. Burial was made in the Bagby cemetery, near her home. Friday, 10 July 1914--Born, at Boonville, on the 6th, to R. J. Archer and wife, a daughter. Friday, 10 July 1914--Born, in St. Louis, on July 3rd, to Dan W. Cubbage and wife, a son. Friday, 10 July 1914--Claude Long of St. Charles is the guest of his mother, Mrs. B. L. Edwards. Friday, 10 July 1914--Mrs. Hiram Land informs us that her daughter, Mrs. Pearl Richards, who has been living in St. Louis for the past two years, was married on the 7th to Mr. Henry Angleberger, a contractor and builder of Cincinnati, Ohio in which city they will make their home. Friday, 10 July 1914--Mrs. John Madden and two little daughters of Elliott were the guest of her brother, Carlos Williams, and wife Saturday and Sunday. Friday, 10 July 1914--Ben Williams, more familiarly known to Higbee folks as "Banty" was a fourth of July visitor. It was his first visit to the old town since moving to Taylorville, Ill, seven years ago. He found many changes, but said that, somehow, everything looked just as he had expected it would. He was kept more than busy shaking hands with old friends, and every moment of his stay was as delightful for them as for himself. Mr. Williams is at present District Board member of the United Mine Workers, a job that keeps him on the go continually, and on account of which he had to return home Tuesday. You are hereby given a special invitation to be with us again, "Banty," on Labor Day. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.