1 Nov 1890--Mr. Robert Williams of Paris, spent last Sunday here with his son, W. I. Williams. 1 Nov 1890--Married, Oct 26, at the residence of Mr. B. F. Cook, Howard county, Mr. Walker McGruder and Miss Bettie Blansett, Elder J, K. Robinson, officiating. 1 Nov 1890--Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Graves, of near Sturgeon, passed through here Thursday en route to his father's Mr. Bluford Graves, near Burton, to be present at a dinner given in honor of his grandmother's (Mrs. Sallie Robb) 82nd anniversary. 1 Nov 1890--Married in Higbee, on Thursday morning, the 30th, Mr. Wm. Robb and Miss Dora Finnel, Rev. James officiating. The News joins with their many friends in extending congratulations. 1 Nov 1890--HUNTSVILLE HERALD--Josephine, the bright and interesting little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George N. Ratliff, died on Friday last, of typhoid fever, after some two weeks' illness, aged about 6 years. Her remains were taken to Moberly Saturday and interred in the cemetery there. 1 Nov 1890--The babe of Mr & Mrs H Ragsdale who was reported dangerously ill last week, we are glad to learn is about well again. 8 Nov 1890--CELEBRATES HER 82ND BIRTHDAY--On Thursday, Oct 30th, 1890, Mrs. Sally (Grandma) Robb, celebrated her 82nd birthday at the residence of J. R. Graves. The morning was not just what we would have had it, but the air was cool and refreshing. At an early hour the guests began assembling and at 11 o'clock there were on the grounds 155 grown persons and 35 children. With the exception of ten, all were related to grandma Robb. At 12 o'clock the children and grandchildren spread one of the most sumptuous dinners that it has been our privilege of beholding, and in justice to those who prepared it, we would say that it was better than it looked, and we proceeded to do ample justice to the Ham, Chicken, Turkey, Beef, Pork, cakes, Pies, &c. Following is the descendants of grandma Robb; Sons living, 2; sons dead, 3; daughters living,4; son-in-law living,4; daughters-in-law living, 5; daughters-in-law dead, 1; grandchildren living, 44; grandchildren dead, 9; great-grandchildren living, 40; great-grandchildren dead, 7; grandsons-in-law living, 17; granddaughters-in-law living, 14; granddaughters-in-law dead, 1; living family 131; number of family dead, 22; total descendants, living and dead, 153. List of one of the oldest families in Howard county (the Morris family), who met at the residence of J. R. Graves, on Thursday, Oct 30th, 1890, the occasion being to celebrate the 82nd anniversary of Mrs. Sally (grandma) Robb. The whole family being present consisting of three brothers and three sisters, whose names and ages are as follows: Mrs. Betsy Robb, born Nov 13, 1779, age 90 yrs, 11 mo. and 17 days. Mrs. Sally Robb, born Oct 30, 1808, age 82 yrs. Mrs. Patsy Williams, born Mar 1, 1811, age 79 yrs, 7 mo. and 29 days. David Morris, born Jan 25, 1816, age 74 yrs, 9 mo. and 5 days. W. H. Morris, born May 19, 1821, age 69 yrs, 5 mo. and 11 days (My Notes: There was no third brother listed in this part of the article) Sum of ages 473 yrs, 2 mo and 25 days, Average age 78yrs., 10 mo, and 15 1/4 days, of the above six persons. W. H. Morris was born in Howard county, MO. The remaining five were born in Jessamine Co, Ky, Emigrated to Howard Co, Mo, in 1819 with their parents (Nathaniel and Nancy Ann Morris) and settled on what is known as the "Dale(s)(y)? Prairie". All have resided continuously in Howard county, except Mrs. Patsy Williams, who lives near Salisbury, Chariton county, All have lost their companions except David (next to the youngest). One is married the second time. W. H. Morris (the youngest) is living with his second wife. W. H. Morris resides in Armstrong, Howard county; Samuel Morris, in Fayette, Howard co, David Morris, with his son, W. T., on a farm near Burton; Sallie Robb, resides with her son-in-law J. B. Graves, on a farm near Burton; Betsy Robb, with her son-in-law, W. A. Creson, on farm near Burton. The group of six sat at the table together for the first time in thirty years and expressed themselves as doubtful whether they would ever grasp hands on this earth again, but hoped to soon meet where parting would be no more. [The presents were numerous and for want of room we are obliged to leave them out.]--Editor News. 15 Nov 1890--The Elliot Coal Mine was reopened this week. 15 Nov 1890--Thos Longdon was caught by a fall of rock at the old pit last Saturday and was badly scratched. 15 Nov 1890--Born to R. H. Brown and wife, a son. 15 Nov 1890--Born, near Higbee, on the 14th, to Mr. and Mrs. John Duffield, a daughter. 15 Nov 1890--Born, in Higbee, on the 14th, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Smart, a daughter. 15 Nov 1890--Married in Clark, on the 12th, Mr. Frank Street to Miss Lizzie Wright. The News extends congratulations. 15 Nov 1890--Mrs. S. Logston died Wednesday night, Nov 12th, 1890, of consumption. She had been a victim of the grim disease for some time.--Sturgeon Leader. 15 Nov 1890--SLATER RUSTLER--Last Thursday night a large audience assembled at the Methodist church to witness the nuptials of Mr. Alfred Warren, of Fayette, and Miss Lula Rich, of our city. The church was tastily decorated for the event, and everything blended harmoniously to the happy occasion. The ceremony was performed by the brother of the bridegroom. Rev. Warren, of Fulton. The attendants were Mr. Alfred Smith, of Fayette, and Miss Annie Blakely, of Roanoke, Dr. J. Jackson of Fayette, and Miss Lizzie Good; Prof. J. M. Bailey, and Miss Sallie Black of Fulton. After the ceremony, the newly wedded pair were driven to the depot, where they boarded the Hummer for Fayette, for their future home. Both of the contracting parties are estimable young people and are highly connected, Mr. Warren being a tutor in Central College, located at Fayette, and Miss Rich being one of Slater's brightest and most popular young ladies. 15 Nov 1890--Burtie Scales, the 13 year old son of Irvin Scales who was bitten on the lip two or three weeks ago by a spider, died last Friday night from blood poisoning resulting from the spider's bite.--Salisbury Press Spectator. 15 Nov 1890--Died in Higbee, on the 11th, of croup, Ida May, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Geo Broady, aged 2 years and 6 months. After the funeral discourse at the M. E. Church Wednesday evening by Rev. Atterby, all that was mortal of the bright little girl was laid to rest in the Rennolds family bury ground. 22 Nov 1890--Mr Ben Ragsdale and accomplished young wife of Moberly visited friends here Wednesday. 22 Nov 1890--Ora Ragsdale returned Sunday night from Montana. 22 Nov 1890--Mrs. Bettie Anderson is visiting friends in Moberly. 22 Nov 1890--Born, near Higbee, on the 14th , to Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Redmon, a daughter. 22 Nov 1890--HUNTSVILLE HERALD--Married, at the court house in this place on Thursday, November 13, 1890, by John R. Hull, Judge of the Probate court, Mr. John W. Shaw and Mrs. Mary Honey, both of Moberly. 22 Nov 1890--Henry Dysart, colored, living near Yates, died last Wednesday, of cerebra spinal meningitis. 22 Nov 1890--Married, at Slater, Mo, on the 20th, Miss Ella Embree to Mr. James Burton, formerly of Higbee, but late of Texas. 29 Nov 1890-Married near Myres on Nov 26, Mr Williby Thompson to Miss Taylor Atkins 29 Nov 1890--Mr John Cross moved here from Clark last week. 29 Nov 1890--Married near Rolling Home, Nov 26, Mr. F. E. Dunivent and Miss Marthenia Harlan. 29 Nov 1890--Married , near Higbee, on Nov. 22nd, Mr. Jonas Robb and Miss Annie Crews. Rev. Atterby officiating. 29 Nov 1890--Born, near Myres, on Nov 25, to Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Comstock, a son. 29 Nov 1890--Married, in Higbee. on the 27, Mr. Geo. Lilly and Miss Maggie Williams. 29 Nov 1890--Born, near Myres, on Nov 25, to Joe F. Dougherty and wife, a daughter. 29 Nov 1890--Married, near Clark, at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Mary Jarman, on Thursday, the 37th, (yes, it said 37th) 1890, Mr. E. R. Denham and Miss Laura Jarman. The News joins with their many friends in extending congratulations. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.