Friday, 19 Feb 1915--PRISONERS ESCAPE--Robert Smith and Wm. Short, broke a record here Monday night, having escaped from the city jail. It was through no fault in the steel cells, however. They were arrested by Marshal Williams last week charged with having broken into a Katy box car here on March 2 and taking a lot of beer, bananas, oranges, etc. They were given a preliminary hearing Monday before Justice Elgin, Prosecuting Attorney Jeffries appearing for the state, when they were held for the circuit court. In default of bond they were placed in the city jail, the intention being to take them to Huntsville the next day. A bunch of keys, among which was one that unlocked the cells, had been left hanging on the west wall of the jail, about five feet from the cells. By the aid of several short pieces of pine sticks found in the cells, which they pieced together with string, and a piece of wire fastened on the improvised pole in the shape of a hook, they soon had possession of the keys and were out of the cells. They then broke through the door at the bottom of the stairs and were at liberty. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--MRS. STONIE TERRILL DEAD--Mrs. Stonie Terrill, widow of Gene Terrill, died at her home in Phoenix, Arizona, Sunday morning after a lingering illness. Her four children, Arthur, Thurman and Misses Elizabeth and Frances, all of Phoenix, were at her bedside. The remains will be taken to Huntsville, her former home place, for interment. Mrs. Terrill was well known in this city as an excellent woman in every respect. She was a sister of James Hammett of Huntsville--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--ROBERT W. LITTLE--Robert William Little, brief mention of whose death was made in our last issue, died at the home of his mother, Mrs. Caroline Little, in this place early Thursday morning, February 11, 1915. About a year ago he became ill with stomach trouble, which developed into cancer or something similar. Though his sufferings were intense, he was never heard to enter one word of complaint or protest, and met death calmly and bravely. While he did not belong to any church, in his conversations with those who talked with him about the future, he said he had given the matter serious thought and was not afraid to go. Deceased was born at Woodriver, Ill, June 14, 1867, and was in his 48th year. The family came to Missouri in 1885, locating in Vandalia, and the year following moved to Higbee where they have since resided. Shortly after their removal here the father died, and it fell to Bob's lot to become the head of the home. Never did a son respond to a duty more nobly, as all who are acquainted with his young manhood can testify. He worked early and late with all the energy at his command, and proved a father, indeed, to the family. He was extremely generous and kind hearted and was one of the most inoffensive persons we ever knew. He was naturally quiet and peaceable and would allow himself to be imposed upon rather than offer resentment--not that he was a coward, for he was far from that, his early struggles and his devotion to this widowed mother and brothers and sisters proving him a hero among those who knew him best, and who loved him and respected him, no matter what his faults may have been. Funeral services were held at the home Saturday by Rev. Ben Robson, and the large crowd and the beautiful flowers spoke most eloquently of the real feelings his friends--an that was everybody--had for him. Although the day was a busy one for the merchants and the business men, all were represented, while those among whom he had worked so long turned out in a body, the mines being idle out of respect to his memory. He is survived by his mother and three brothers and three sisters, viz: John, William and Elsworth Little, Mrs. George Manuel, Mrs. J. T. Bowen and Miss Maude Little, who have the deepest sympathy of all. Interment was made in Tucker cemetery by the side of his father. Peace to his ashes. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--ELI ROBB SUES FOR DIVORCE--Eli Robb, charged with having deserted his wife, entered a plea of not guilty to the charge in circuit court this morning and his case was continued. His bond was fixed at $300. Through his attorney, Sam .C. Major, Robb filed suit for divorce from his wife, Eunice Ann Robb, in circuit court today. He alleges that he was married to his wife Jan 11, 1915, and lived with her until Jan 13, two days later, on which day he had provocation to leave her. The case will be tried at the June term--Moberly Democrat, Feb 15. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Rufus Boyd and wife left Sunday for Nevada where they will be employed in the new store to be opened by S. M. Hirsch. Mr. Boyd has been with Mr. Hirsch for the past seven or eight years, and is second to none as a salesman. The many friends of this popular young couple regret very much to give them up and they will be sadly missed. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Born, on the 14th, to Otho Robb and wife, a son. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Born, on the 18th, to John Blakley and wife, a son. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Paul Reed of Blackburn is the guest of his brother, F. W. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Born, on the 16th, to John A. Lilly and wife, a daughter. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--H. Huston of Centerville, Iowa, is the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Thos. Jones. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--BROOK-BROWN--Mr. Ernest Brook and Miss Charlotte Brown were married at the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. R. F. Davis, pastor of the West Park Methodist church, Moberly, on Friday evening, Feb 11, 1915. They were attended by Mr. Roger Bagby and Miss Lillian Johnson. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. A. J. Brown, and is one of our sweetest and most lovable young ladies, whose modest and refined manner and bearing and sunny disposition make her a favorite with all. The groom is the son of the late L. Brook, and since the death of his parents he has made his home with his uncle, W. F. Jones. He is one of our most steady and reliable young men and is worthy of the fair prize he has won. That sunshine and happiness may ever attend them is the wish of the NEWS. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--John M. Dougherty hauled out lumber Wednesday for a new residence on his farm south of town. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--Born, on the 15th, to Elmer Fainter and wife, a son. Friday, 19 Feb 1915--J. Edgar Smith and wife went to Marshall Wednesday to attend the marriage of the former's sister. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.