Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Harry Gilmore and Mrs. Richard Atkins, both of Fayette spent the last of last week with Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Lloyd. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--ARRESTED FOR OLD OFFENSE--Thos. Robb, of the vicinity of Higbee, was tried this afternoon before Justice Warwick McCanne on a charge which has been hanging over him since 1917. During that year he rented a buggy and harness from the White livery barn and instead of returning them sold them. He has not been around here since then until recently when he was located by Constable Jim Childers and brought to justice. The decision of the court today was that the matter would be dropped if he would pay for the buggy and harness and the costs on the case. If he fails to produce the money the charge will stand and other measures taken to right the wrong.--Moberly Democrat. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Mrs. S. E. Robb, a sister of the late Joseph Lessly of this place, is critically ill at her home near Armstrong. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Mrs. B. F. Kirby and son, Charles, visited the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Comstock, at Salisbury last week. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--D. M. Sunderland, Jr., this week purchased the 80-acre farm of Steve Woods southeast of Armstrong at $75 per acre and has taken possession. Mr. Sunderland and family are given up by the people of this vicinity with a great deal of regret. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--LOSES RESIDENCE BY FIRE--The residence of Hiram Melville, northwest of town, was destroyed by fire, together with most of its contents, one day last week, the fire originating, it is presumed from a match dropped by some of the women folks, who were making a search in an upstairs closet for mice. We did not learn the amount of insurance carried, if any. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--In mentioning last week the outcome of the suit to set aside the will of the late Joseph Lessly, we stated that Mr. Lessly made his home for several years preceding his death with his daughter, Mrs. Blackford Adams, to whom he left two shares of his estate, which we thought was a fact. Such, we have since been informed, was not the case at all, and that he lived in his own home right up to the time of his death. We certainly had no intention of coloring the matter one way or another, but aimed to give the facts as we thought they were without prejudice to either side. The plaintiffs, we learn, have taken an appeal and will fight the case to the bitter end. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--IN MEMORY OF MRS. PAT CARSON--Mrs. Pat Carson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Warford, born June 25, 1899 in Howard county. She was married to Patrick Carson Feb. 13, 1916. To this union were born two children, Pearl, two years old, and Mildred five weeks old. She was a member of the Baptist church of Higbee. She was a true Christian and a devoted wife and mother. She died December 2, 1918, and was laid to rest in New Hope cemetery. (Poem) Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--MISS NANCY ROBB DEAD--Miss Nancy Robb, who made her home with her sister, Mrs. Wm. Snyder, of near Burton, was found dead in bed about 11 o'clock Monday night by Mrs. Snyder, death having resulted, it is presumed, from heart trouble. Miss Robb was about 75 years old and had been totally blind for several years. She is survived by three brothers and two sisters, viz: Fred Robb of this place, George Robb of Armstrong and Wm. Robb of near Sharon; Mrs. Wm. Snyder, and Mrs. Rolie Jones of near Higbee. She was a devoted Christian lady and been a consistent member of the Baptist church since early girlhood. Funeral services were held at the home yesterday by the Rev. Notley Magruder and interment made in the Phillips family cemetery. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--MR. AND MRS. REID ENTERTAIN--Mr. and Mrs. Chester Reid entertained Friday, Feb. 28, at a seven-course, six o'clock turkey dinner at their cozy cottage on Grand Ave. Although the wind and snow were traveling sixty miles an hour, you could see each guest wending his way for he well knew what turkey dinner at Mrs. Reid's meant. After dinner the games of cards and "42" were played. Sweet music was furnished by their daughter, Miss Mary Beth on their "Aeolian." Twelve o'clock only came too soon. Each bade the host and hostess good night only to promise to come again. Those present: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lambier, Mr. and Mrs. Elerd Baker, Dr. and Mrs. T. H. Walton, Dr. and Mrs. G. M. Nichols, Mrs. Mary Simms, of Warrensburg, Mo., Misses Nadyne Waddle Higbee and Fay Reeves of Lincoln, Mo. A GUEST Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Reese and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Goin, who moved to Springfield, Ill., several months ago, returned to Higbee this week to remain, we are glad to state. Mr. and Mrs. Will Richards, who also moved to Springfield about the same time, are expected back next week. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Will Lessly of Hunnewell, Kansas, spent the first of the week with his niece, Mrs. Blackford Adams. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Robert Gruber purchased the Henry Hare property in the east part of town this week for $1800. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--H. L. Bivens, of Novinger, who recently bought the Moore pool hall, this week purchased the John McGill residence property in the south part of town for $1100. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Willard Daggs came home Saturday from Camp Merit, NJ, on a short furlough for a visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Daggs. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Ernest Hitt, popularly known as "Casey," who has been at work at Marshall for some time, purchased W. W. Brundege's dray business Monday and took immediate charge. His many friends wish him success. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--MRS. M. P. OWSLEY--From the Windsor Review--Eva, daughter of George and Mary Bryant, was born at Renick, Randolph county, MO., September 12, 1886, and departed this life at the Christian Church Hospital at Kansas City, MO., February 21, 1919, being, therefore, 32 years, 5 months and 9 days of age. In December 1908, she came to Windsor, Mo., with the family and had been a resident here until her passing into the Great Beyond. She professed her faith in Christ and became a member of the M. E. Church, South, at an early age. On August 8, 1917, she united in marriage to Matthew Pierce Oswley, and was a loving and faithful wife. She leaves to mourn their loss, a devoted husband, three sisters, two brothers and a host of friends. It has never been our lot to record a more sad and appalling event than the death of Mrs. Pierce Owsley, which occurred last Friday morning in Kansas City, where she had been taken for treatment. "Eva," as we all called her, was one of earth's rare characters--who that ever knew her could forget her charming personality? Beautiful in so many ways, with an expression of face as honest and sincere as it was winsome and attractive, with a voice persuasive and musical in its tones, with kindness, gentleness and sympathy unbounded for those in distress, and with love for all, she was certainly a woman one could never forget. She possessed a mind quick and active and well stored with useful information. >From the beginning of her married life, she contributed her full share of earnest effort, which helped so largely to make their home what it was, and it was in her ho me that all her talents shone to the best advantage. There she was a queen. "Her husband safely trusted her and called her blessed." There she welcomed with a glad hand every coming guest and made their stay a delight. She was her husband's confidential counselor in the innermost secrets of his heart. Her faith was simple and childlike in its acceptance of god's truth, but strong and unconquerable in the great struggle with disease and death. Before her marriage she tried faithfully to fill a mother's place in her father's home; she endeavored to fill a mother's place in the hearts of her sisters; and well did she succeed. She had formed the habits of sacrifice and service for others, which endeared her so much to her friends. Her young life was poured out for the happiness and welfare of others, and we feel that she should have been spared to enjoy the fruits of her labors; but we find her called away, yet we can be assured that she has her reward in the world to which she has gone. After her marriage, she and Pierce went to their little cottage. How happy she was in planning each detail! Every thought seemed to be of her home and husband, and everything was done for "Pierce." The writer knows so well how she loved him and planned for his happiness and welfare and how interested she was in the dear little home, with its little garden and flowers, and how she longed and planned to go back to them soon. Her physician advised that she give up her home duties and have no cares whatever, in the hope of staying the disease, so she and Pierce went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Owsley, where loving hands did all possible for her welfare. How she regretted leaving her little home that she loved so well, and to be compelled to have others wait upon her. but she appreciated it all and said, "they are so good to me,"--Mrs. Owsley always filling a mother's place; and the devotion between the two was indeed beautiful. She was so cheerful at all times and always had a smile, saying she felt better. Her friends marveled that she was so anxious to go to the hospital, but she wanted to get well and get back to her home duties. It was her deep, abiding faith that all would be well. Although she had been in declining health for several weeks, and her husband, family and friends had been anxiously watching her, hoping that she would improve, they were prostrated with grief. From many associations with her, it was but natural that the writer learned to love her and treasure her friendship. One of her sisters said, "you can say nothing too good about Eva." What wondrous words of praise! Of how few of us can it be said! The funeral took place Sunday afternoon from the M. E. Church, being conducted by her pastor, Rev. E. T. Raney, in the presence of a crowded house. The floral offerings were very elaborate and beautiful. The service was well adapted to give consolation and was based on the miracle of Jesus in raising the daughter of Jairus from the dead (Mark 5:22-23, 35-43). (poem) She was laid to rest in the city cemetery. The sun was sinking in the west, the stillness of the Sabbath day pervaded all nature about a sobbing multitude as the minister read, "Earth to earth, dust to dust." The curtains of night gathered around the quiet sleeper "safe in the arms of Jesus." And there we left her beneath an embankment of flowers, every leaf and petal of which were eloquent of the undying love we bore her, and turned sadly to our homes, knowing that in the god province of god, we shall see her again. (poem). Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--ANOTHER BARBERSHOP FOR HIGBEE--Higbee is to have a third barbershop, Will Reed and Roy Richards having formed a partnership and rented the Pattrick building, and will be ready for business as soon as they can get their fixtures here. As Messrs. Reed and Richards are good barbers and each has a host of friends, it goes without saying that they will enjoy an extensive patronage. They have the best wishes of all for success. Friday, 7 Mar 1919, Vol 32. No 46--Bernice Roberts came home Sunday from Norfolk, Va., on a short furlough for a visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Roberts. He enlisted in the navy last summer and on his first trip to France had the misfortune to fall about thirty feet on board ship breaking his left leg below the knee, both bones protruding through the flesh. He was picked up for dead, and for a day or two the outcome of his injuries could not be told. He was taken to a hospital on reaching France, and was able to return only about four weeks ago. While he has been able to disperse with his crutches he is far from well and has to walk with a cane. He will return Tuesday and after several weeks more in the hospital hopes to come back home as good as ever. The NEWS, along with his host of friends, sincerely trusts that such will be the case. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.