Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--WM MAGRUDER PETRY ENTERTAINS--An interesting children's party was given Saturday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Willie Petry on South Lafayette, her son William Magruder the gracious little host. The informal affair was in honor of Ruth Eubanks of Higbee, who is a visitor in the Petry home. The hours were from 3 to 5 and the little folks had a good time. The baby host, a bright happy child of three years, a great pet in the neighborhood, seemed to realize that a great deal was expected of him and he was equal to the occasion. His guests were: George T. Nuckles, Jr., Wm. Eugene Preston, Adeline Williams, and Katherine Field.--Mexico Intelligencer. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--K. K. K. --The K. K. K.'s gave an informal dance at the home of Mrs. John Rankin Friday evening, March 16. The color scheme was green and white in honor of Erin and St. Patrick. A delightful three course luncheon was served in which the color scheme was delightfully carried out. Surely good old St. Pat enjoyed the merry way in which these young people celebrated his day. Those who enjoyed this delightful function were: Mrs. Harry W. Barneyback, Misses Willie Mae Macey, Eunice Nichols, Lillian Manuel, Frances Burkhalter, Berna Davis, Tionette Burkhalter, Mabel Edwards, Lillian Johnson and Amy Burke. Messrs. Harry W. Barneyback, G. H. Rankins, E. A. Burke, H. J. Pierce, G. C. Walker, M. W. Shafer, C. C. Smith, C. I. Duncan, R. M. Bagby and M. C. Herrin. (Kathy's notes: I have no idea if this organization is in any way affiliated with the Klu Klux Klan, or whether at this time, there was another organization by these same initials. This was the first reference to it that I have seen in the paper, so I am hoping that there will be further articles to perhaps clarify just what this organization was. Throwing dances doesn't seem to have a whole lot in common with lynchings and burning crosses!) Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--R. W. Compton left Wednesday night for Ohio to superintend the making of an automobile variable speed transmission on which he recently secured a patent. Friction drives the car instead of fears, and if it works like Mr. Compton and several automobile experts think it will, the invention may revolutionize car building. It is Mr. Compton's intention to equip a machine with the device and drive the car through to Higbee. Here's hoping that it will work like a charm and make Uncle Dick a million. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--The regular meeting of the K. K. K. was held at the home of Miss Lillian Manuel Thursday night, March 22. Much was accomplished in both the social and the economical line. The hostess served a dainty two-course luncheon. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--A STALLMAN MARRIED--A Stallman, one of the best known farmers of the Yates vicinity, was married on the 14th to Miss Julia Ansman at the home of the bride in Elk Mound, Wis. The News joins other friends in congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Joe Bradley sold his farm of 18 acres east of town Wednesday to Mrs. Nora Dyre of Chillicothe. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Born, on the 20th, to Clarence Woods and wife a son. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Born, on the 17th, to Bert Hughes and wife, a son. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--S. E. Robb sold his farm of 80 acres this week to Jas. Bradley. We did not learn the amount paid. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Jas. A. Hudson sold his residence property in the south part of town this week to A. E. Robb. We did not learn the price. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--A. P. MILNES DEAD--A. P. Milnes, better known to Higbee folks at "Putt," died at his home near Excello, Macon county, Friday of last week following a few days' illness from pneumonia. Mr. Milnes was 57 years old and is survived by his widow and three children. He also leaves three brothers, Robert, Eugene and "Hub," Milnes, and two sisters, Mrs. Nick Jones of Springfield, Ill., and Mrs. George Laight of this place. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--HOMER CLEETON MARRIED--Rumor became current last week that Homer Cleeton was married, but as he is noted as a joker his closest friends refused to take the matter seriously, and especially so when he laughingly admitted it, leaving them to guess as to where and when the ceremony took place. After keeping his friends guessing until the first of the week he announced that he was married to Mrs. Valley Burke at her home in St. Louis on Jan. 16th, last. The bride is quite well known to Higbee people, having spent several summers here with her sister, Mrs. Chas. McCreight. Mr. Cleeton is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Cleeton, and is one of Higbee's most popular young men. The NEWS joins others in belated congratulations and best wishes. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--May Spurling went to Clark Sunday to see his aunt, Mrs. C. J. Brockman, who is seriously ill. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Ed and R. F. Laight and sister, Mrs. John Lambier, went to Excelo Saturday to attend the funeral of their uncle, A. P. Milnes. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--A big delegation from here saw the great picture, "The Birth of a Nation," at the Grand Theatre at Moberly Wednesday and Thursday and all say they got more than their money's worth. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Mrs. Elizabeth Fullington of near town, who has been suffering for some time with something similar to a small cancer on her face, went to Kansas City Thursday to consult a specialist and may undergo an operation. She was accompanied by her son, Jasper. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--S. E. Marrs received a letter this week from his son, Raymond, who has been attending a Kansas City Automobile school for several months, informing him that he had made the highest grade ever made in the school which is certainly some honor, the school at present having 700 students. Raymond will complete the course on April 10. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--John R. Lee who recently purchased the John Foley farm, sold 40 acres of it, known as the Warford 40, last week to Jas. Jackson for $750. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Mrs. J. C. Cain of Boonville visited Higbee friends during the week. She has decided to make her home at Boonville, for the present at least. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--J. W. Dennis who has been laid up with a severe attack of the measles for the past ten days was able to be out Wednesday. It was Mr. Dennis' second time to have the disease. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--The 11-month-old son of Chas. Riley and wife died on the 16th of membranous croup. Interment was made in the city cemetery. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Miss Pearl Thompson, the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh L. Thompson of near town, has been seriously ill for several days. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--R. R. Jones was here from Independence the first of the week the guest of his son Isaac, and family, and while here sold his residence property in the north part of town to Emmett Robb for $1,900. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Eddie Gruber, who with several other members of the Higbee Blues of 1916, was signed up by the St. Louis Cardinals to be farmed out by the latter until they are fast enough for professional company, left Wednesday for Jacksonville, Fla., where he will play on the team of that city the coming season. Clyde Reed, who was assigned to the Ft. Smith, Ark., club, left for that city one day last week. Chas. Everett, who has been assigned to the Mason City, Ia., team, is still here, but is expecting a call every day. We are not advised as to where shortstop Jenkins will be sent. Here's hoping that each of the boys will make good and that next year they will be drawing salaries of professionals. Friday, 23 March 1917, Vol. 30, No 51--Thos. Osburn, who took his son, Berthel, to Kansas City ten days ago for an operation for appendicitis, returned Monday, leaving his son in the hospital, and rapidly gaining strength. The operation delayed on account of the child's weakness, will likely be performed Monday. Kathy Bowlin, Additions, corrections, comments welcome.