Friday, 8 Jan 1915--MRS. HENSON SPURLING DEAD--Mrs. Henson Spurling, who had been quite sick for some time, died at her home in Centralia on Dec. 29, 1914, aged about 72 years. She is survived by five sons--Thomas, of Higbee, Onie, of Moberly, Ira, of Colorado, and Authur and Omar of Centralia. She is also survived by two brothers, Thos. Johnson of this place and J. C. Johnson of Moberly, and one sister, Mrs. Ellen Hamilton of Clark. Mrs. Spurling was born and reared in this vicinity and had many warm friends here who were greatly pained to hear of her death. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--MOORE-HEFLIN--Mr. H. Moore and Miss Sadie Heflin were married on Sunday, December 27th, 1914 at the home of the bride near Huntsville, Rev. C. K. Shilling pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Heflin of four miles southeast of Huntsville, and is a young lady of culture and refinement, and popular among all who know her. The groom is the son of Mr. C. R. Moore of north of town and is a young man of worth and character, worthy of the fair prize he has won. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Pleas King, Boone county's efficient deputy sheriff, was a Higbee visitor on Dec 26th, coming over from Columbia after a man he wanted and whom he thought had been located here. He informed us that the killing of Abe Sublett at Columbia on the night of December 19 by Al James was the fifteenth murder in Columbia in four years. The two men became involved in a quarrel at a lunch counter when James shot and killed Sublett. James is a barber and formerly lived in Huntsville. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--DEATH OF DR. PETRY--At the home of Charles Petry on Eastwood, his son, Dr. William . Petry, died suddenly Sunday, December 20, between 2 and 3 p.m. The wife and baby son having gone to Mrs. Petrys parents near Armstrong for a Christmas visit the Doctor was at his parents' Dr. Streeter was a dinner guest at the Petry home and after the meal he and Dr. Petry went into the living room and sat down for a talk. About a half hour later, while the deceased was talking interestedly of the advantages and beauties of masonry, he was suddenly attacked with a fainting spell. Dr. Streeter hurriedly summoned the family, who were in an adjoining room. Dr. Nuckles, the family physician was sent for, some one going for him in a machine. Later Dr. Abner Gore was summoned, but was soon found that the patient was beyond medical aid or the loving ministration of relatives and friends. He lived about an hour and twenty-five minutes after the attack and was conscious and said that he was not suffering. Uremic poison is given as the cause of death. Some of Dr. Petry's friends say that he had been heard to complain of not feeling well for the past week, but we learned from the father, that he was seemingly in his usual health on Sunday and ate his dinner with a relish. The wife and the bright interesting baby boy of a year old, who is not only the pet in the Petry household, but of the neighborhood in which he lives, came in from Armstrong Sunday afternoon on the 5 o'clock C & A train. She is almost prostrated on account of the sudden crushing blow, and had to have a physician last night; her condition today is, however, improved. In addition to the wife and baby son, and the parents, two brothers, Charles and Steele Petry and two sisters, Mrs. F. P. Williams, of Denver, and Miss Dora Petry survive the deceased. Dr. Wm. Petry was born in Saline county near Napton and would have been 33 years old had he lived until next month. The family moved to Marshall in 1887 and the Doctor was educated in the Marshall public schools. After having finished the public schools he took a course in the Kansas City dental school and located in this city in his profession ten years ago. Two years ago he was married to the surviving wife, who was Willie Magruder, daughter of Rev. Notley Magruder, and this great and sudden bereavement brings desolation and heart braking sorrow into one of Marshall' s newly established happy homes. The deceased was a devoted husband and father as he had been always a model son. His life of uprightness and righteousness was worth while and proved a blessing and benediction to all whose lives were touched by his. He was a member of the Methodist church, also a member of the I. O. O. F. and Masonic orders and no man stood higher in this community than Dr. W. B. Petry. This sudden and unexpected passing takes from our midst one who had hosts of friends, all of whom sorrow on account of his passing. The deepest sympathy is extended to the wife and son, the parents and all who are bereaved--Marshall Democrat-News. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Through the manner in which he throws open the doors of the city hall to the hoboes these cold winter nights, Marshall W. I. Williams is making a name for himself and for the town among the Weary Willies and those who are unfortunate enough to be out of work. All who will submit to the treatment are given a bed, no matter what their appearance may be. Before being allowed to enter the basement each candidate for a free bed is given a thorough spraying with a disinfectant that smells to the seventh heaven, and which is guaranteed to put out of commission any germ that ever lived. As the basement is also thoroughly disinfected every morning there is no danger that any disease germs will be left by any of the unfortunates. With so many men applying to him for permission to sleep in the city holdover, Mr. Williams had to take these precautionary measures. That news of the practice has been carried far and near is attested by the fact that our citizens are asked daily by tramps, no matter from whence they came, "ain't this the town where they put that dope on you?" Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Dr. T. H. Walton and wife returned yesterday from Kansas where they were called by the death of the latter's sister, which occurred Monday following a surgical operation. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Edgar Maxfield has sold his residence property in the northwest part of town to R. R. Magruder, and has moved to the Hare farm west of town, which he has purchased. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Mary Griffith and Mrs. Elenor Morgan and two little daughters of Bevier spent Saturday and Sunday here with their brother, David Thomas and family. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Born, on December 26, to Ray Moffit and wife, a son. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Born, on December 27, to John Pianto and wife, a son. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Born, on December 30th, to Oler White and wife, a daughter. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--S. J. Land of Marshall spent the first of the week here with his son, Hiram, and family. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. J. D. Wilcox of Columbia was the guest of her sister, Mrs. L. McElhany, during the holidays. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--John Cline of the south part of the state, spent the holidays here with his mother, Mrs. L. W. Cline. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--B. P. Dilts, who moved to Arkansas last July, has returned, satisfied that Missouri is good enough for him. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--F. C. Bottoms is now a grandfather, a son having been born on Dec 30 to his daughter, Mrs. Hattie Farrah. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Albert Lamke and daughter of Albert Lea, Minn, spent the holidays here with her parents, John Sharp and wife. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--J. H. Pattrick, who is attending Chicago University, spent the holidays here with his parents, W. R. Pattrick and wife. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Miss Gladys McNear of Evansville is the guest of her sister, Mrs. O. L. Farris. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Miss Elizabeth Brunt of Wichita, Kan, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Thos. Evans. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Lizzie Rees and children of Huntsville were the guests of her brothers, D. S. and Thos. Hare, and other relatives during the holidays. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Raymond Edwards and sister, Miss Mabel, spent the holidays with relatives in McAlester, Ok. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Wm. Hackward of Kansas City spent the holidays here with her parents, J. W. Shaefer and wife. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--J. T. Johnson and wife and W. F. Jones and wife attended the funeral of Mrs. Henson Spurling at Centralia on Dec 31. Mrs. Spurling was a sister of Mr. Johnson and an Aunt of Mrs. Jones. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. A. J. Patterson and son Malcom, of Braidwood, Ill, and Dr. J. M. Lazarksy and wife of Chicago, were the guests of Mrs. Patterson's and Mrs. Lazasky's parents, W. J. Malcom and wife, during the holidays. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--R. W. Compton is mourning the loss of his old coach dog, "Tip" who was called to the happy hunting ground on Christmas day. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Curtis Elwyn of St. Joseph is the guest of her parents, Wm. Egly and wife. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--KELSO-SMITH--Mr. David Kelso and Miss Elsie Smith, two of Higbee's popular young people, were married on the evening of Dec 24, 1914 at the home of the bride, Eld. Wm. Kelso, father of the groom, performing the ceremony. They were attended by Mr. Alma Smith and Miss Cora Kelso. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Smith and is one of Higbee's most lovable and popular young ladies. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kelso, and is a most exemplary young man and a gentleman in every sense of the term. The NEWS joins others in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--SHARP-TABOR--Mr. J. W. Sharp of this place and Miss Irene Tabor of Centralia, Ill, were married on December 24, 1914, at Effingham, Ill, by Rev. Theo. Cates. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Sharp of this place and is a most worthy and deserving young man, and popular with all who know him. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. C. E. Becktold, of Centralia, Ill, and is well known here, having spent her early childhood with Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Tabor, and is best remembered as their adopted daughter. She is a most winsome young lady and her sunny disposition makes her a favorite with all. We are pleased to announce that they will make Higbee their future home. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Born, on the 2nd, to Edgar Perkins and wife, a daughter. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Twins, a boy and a girl, were born on Jan 4 to Thos. Banning and wife of Yates. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--BIG TURKEY DINNER--When Postmaster Spurling came down to the office Christmas morning he found on his desk a fine carving set, presented with the compliments and best wishes of his assistants, and he forthwith invited them and their families to eat turkey with him on New Year's day, which was the 13th anniversary of his wedding. Mrs. Spurling prepared a dinner fit for a king, and the carving set was given a thorough test on two of the largest birds Mr. Spurling could find. It is needless to say that the day was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Those present: W. A. Dougherty and family, Roy Hitt and family, Miller Robb, J. W. Winn and family, O. b. Hobert and wife and Tyre Burton and wife. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Miss Fratie Nichols returned Monday from an extended visit with her sisters, Mrs. C. A. Johnson of Pittsburg, Ok. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--John Martin and wife of California and Robert Martin of Shelby county, spent the holidays here with their brother, Albert Martin, and family. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Miss Nadine Bagby entertained on her birthday on Dec 28 at 6 o'clock dinner the following guests: Misses Elizabeth Payton, Fayette; Lillian Rutherford, Huntsville; Edyth Burton and Mearl Turpin; Messrs.. Raymond and Sam Marrs, Higbee; Geo. Thornburg, Will Christian and Carl Davis, Moberly. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--BIRTHDAY DINNER--On Christmas day G. W. Lessley's children and grandchildren to the number of twenty-one met at his home to surprise him and help him celebrate his 69th birthday. The gathering came as a total surprise to Mr. Lessly. All came with well filled baskets. The morning was spent in exchanging greetings and making merry. At the noon hour all were invited to the dining room where the table was loaded with Christmas turkey with all the trimmings that go with it, the centerpiece being a cake on which were 63 candles. After dinner when all were feeling at their best all repaired to the front porch where their pictures were taken. After spending a very pleasant afternoon the guests returned to their homes, wishing Mr. Lessly many happy returns of the day and prosperous New Year. Those present: J. E. Lessly and family, G. E. Lessly and family, Oreon Lessley and family, Mrs. Bessie Lessly and family, Miss Annie Lessly and Claud Lessly. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--REYNOLDS-SUNDERLAND--On last Thursday at 12:15 Oliver Reynolds and Miss Ether Sunderland were married at the home of the bride, Rev. G. W. Griner, of Claremore, officiating. This worthy young couple have resided here since childhood and have the respect and confidence of all who know them. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Reynolds living two miles west of town, and is a young man of excellent character, and held a position with the Inola Hardware & Implement Co. for a long time. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Sunderland, living a mile east of town, and is a young lady of a kind disposition, noble character, cultured and refined. Just after the ceremony an elegant dinner was served. There were about twenty-five guests present--Inola, Oklahoma, Register, Jan 6. The many Higbee friends of this worthy couple, former residents here, join the NEWS in heartiest congratulations and best wishes. (Kathy's notes: I don't know is this woman's name actually was Ether, a rather unusual name, or it was the editor 's printing error and should have read Esther.) Friday, 8 Jan 1915--John Harvey, aged about 50 years met with a horrible accident Christmas morning about six o'clock. Harvey and his uncle, Ed. Boone, started out for a Christmas celebration by exploding dynamite. Harvey lighted a fuse to a stick of dynamite and laid it down in a vacant lot and waited a time for it to explode; thinking that the fuse had gone out, he picked the dynamite up and started back to the house to light it again, but while holding the dynamite in his hands it exploded, and tore both his hands off and badly lacerated his breast and sides. Dr. W. S. Thompson and Dr. Cecil were called and they amputated the shattered arms just below the shoulders. Harvey lived until eleven a. m. next day, when death resulted from the horrible accident. For some time Harvey and Boone have made it a business to dynamite stumps, and being familiar with the use of dynamite, possibly caused Harvey to get reckless in handling it--Armstrong Herald. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Jeff Bridgford, aged 92 years, died at his home in Paris on Dec. 27. He was one of the best known horsemen in the United States, and at the age of 71 won the championship as gentleman rider at the Chicago World's fair. He did not give up active business until five years ago. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--The 4-year-old son of Sam Blackwell of Madison dropped dead one day last week. We don't remember of ever having read or heard before of a child of that age dropping dead. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Luther Fountain, formerly of Sturgeon, accidentally shot and killed himself near Wapanucka, Ok, on December 30, while out hunting. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Joe B. Jones is sporting a big new diamond ring since Christmas, which set Santa Claus back almost four hundred bones. Friday, 8 Jan 1915--Mrs. Georgia Middleton, who is teaching in Novinger, spent the holidays here with her parents, R. L. Hines and wife. Kathy Bowlin Additions, corrections, comments welcome.