| 1918 Extracts from Barry County, MO, Newspapers An interlibrary loan of microfilm from the State Historical Society of MO was the source of the below given data. |
Extracts from Barry County, MO, Newspapers
Extracted by: Donna Cooper, Coordinator |
Cassville Republican, Thursday, August 15, 1918
Personal And Local
Willie Farwell of near Eagle Rock returned last week from a visit at Camp Dodge, Iowa, with his brothers, Albert and Ezra. John Taylor northwest of Cassville who is studying for the ministry, preached his maiden sermon Sunday at the Presbyterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Claud Stubblefield have been living at Black Oak, Ark., this year, are visiting relatives on Washburn Prairie and in the Pasley locality. They talk of moving back to this country. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Jones and daughter, Miss Carrie, last Saturday for Harrisonville and Hughesville for a ten days visit with relatives. They made the trip in their car. Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Bennett of Pittsburgh, Pa., are visiting Mrs. Bennett's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Edens. Arvella Ellis, Lennie Patterson and Rosa Stephens of this county were admitted by order of the County Court to the Mount Vernon Sanitarium last week. Arthur Salyer of this city volunteered for the military service as a mechanic and left Wednesday with 33 other men for Kansas City where they will take a course of training. Silvio Buzzetti rides his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. A. Buzzetti near this city, that he has been promoted from the ranks to a corporal in his company. He is at Camp Gordon near Atlanta, Ga. Willow Branch
We are sorry to hear of the death of Jas. Ethridge. The neighborhood in which he lived will feel the loss. The bereaved have our sympathy. Mrs. R. D. Bolin's brother, Elmer, and family of Oklahoma have been visiting her. Misses Alice and Iris Bolin accompanied them home for a two week's visit. Victory
Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Patton and Mr. and Mrs. George Sherick visited at Mr. Byrd's Sunday. New Salem
Denver, little son Mr. and Mrs. James Roller, who was operated on at Springfield a short time ago was able to leave the hospital Saturday. They are now with Mr. Roller's sister, Mrs. C. D. Henbest, at Washburn. The little fellow does not seem to be doing as well as we would all like to see him, but hope he will be all right soon. Exeter
Aunt Ad Brattin is spending a few days at the farm. Roaring Spring
Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Robbins of Black visited the latter's mother, Mrs. E. C. Faulk, Thursday. Freeman Scroggins went to a physician Saturday to have an eye treated which was injured while working at the hotel. Mrs. Ethel Hood of Aurora is visiting her sister Mrs. W. E. Pruett. There were eighty or one hundred people at the Spring Sunday. Washburn Prairie
Miss Nanah Hopkins who is teaching at Mt. Zion spent the weekend with homefolks. Flatwoods
Grandma McPhail is some better at this writing. Miss Flossie Edwards left for Wichita, Kan., Saturday to learn to be a trained nurse. Mrs. Sarah Marbut and daughter, Mabel, visited Miss Mary Roller, Monday. New Site
School will begin at Walnut Grove September 2, Mrs. J. H. Banks teacher. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Means visited at J. G. Phillips Sunday. Mrs. A. J. Fleetwood spent the week with her son Chauncey, in Newton County. Rock Springs
The heirs of P. E. Roller have all been here on a visit and have decided to sell the farm and make some changes. Mrs. Sidney Henry who was at Springfield for an operation has returned home and is reported to be doing nicely. The officers of the P. E. Roller Cemetery Association are cleaning up and making repairs at the cemetery. Some rascal entered the home of J. O. Roller, a few days ago and after helping himself to all he wanted to eat, took a 15 jewel Waltham watch, worth about $20. Mrs. A. J. Henry died the 4th and was buried in the P. E. Roller cemetery the 5th. She leaves a husband, two children and a number of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. School began August 5, Sidney Henry, teacher. 37 enrolled and interest good. Rev. A. C. Crouch has been unanimously called as pastor of the Rock Springs Baptist Church for another year, making the fourth year. Card of Thanks
We wish to thank our many friends and relatives for the kindness and sympathy shown us during the last hours with our beloved one, James Etheridge. Mrs. James Etheridge, Mary and John Davenport |
Cassville Republican, Thursday, August 15, 1918
From Camp Upton
The following letter to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Keith, was written by their son Harvey Keith who is in the army and located now at Camp Upton, N.Y.: August 8, 1918 "Had a very nice trip, four days and three nights. Saw some country and some fine scenery in Pennsylvania. Came by Niagara Falls. Saw a part of Canada. Came from Jersey City to New York by boat, some ride but not very far. New York is not just like Mittsville, Long Island is not bad as I expected that the East is. It was midnight when we came to the falls so could not see them but could hear the roaring of the water. This eastern country is sure a grand country. It is so much different from the west. You people there should be proud of having so much room and plenty of fresh air. We saw great scenery in the Appalachian mountains and we were in the greatest coal mining town in the world. Saw some fine crops in Canada. This is not so bad after all. I sure want to go on. We passed through the capital of Michigan. We crossed under the St. Lawrence River near Lake Erie. I took a swim in the Susquehanna river. Saw many swell vessels and numerous airplanes. Saw Horace just say few minutes ago. We are feeling fine but a little tired from the trip. I cannot tell you all now but will when we get home. We have friends everywhere we go. Our captain is one of the best men in the world. He sees that we are cared for. Don't worry. I sure am glad I have come this far and want to go on." Your son, Harve From France
Somewhere in France July 14, 1918 Dear Father and Mother: Will write you a few lines to let you'd know how I am. I am enjoying the very best of health, hoping each one at home is well. This is Sunday and trying to rain. Well how is everything at home, crops etc.? I am getting Kerry anxious to hear from you. I have not received a letter since I left camp Funston. I am having a good time over here what time I am not drilling. I like this country fine and the people also. They are so nice to be American boys. I wish I could talk to them. Has Harry been called to camp yet? I am forbidden to write any military affairs so you need not expect any. I guess you all think I am slow about writing but have not had any writing material. The YMCA is doing a wonderful work for us boys and supplies us with many services that we cannot get elsewhere. Give all, my best regards and tell them I am still in lead and I am not coming back till she is over, over here. Your devoted son, Pvt. Roy Bush, Co. C 355 Inf. A. E. F. P. O. No. 761 via N. Y. From A Soldier Boy In France
The following letter was received last week by Mr. and Mrs. K. L. Keith east of Cassville from their son Lloyd, who is in France. France, July 13. Dear Mother and all at home: I wish you're proud to be from home and to learn that you were all well. This leaves me fine and in best of health. I also received a letter from my brothers at Camp Dodge. They were both well and enjoying the work fine. I was surprised to learn that both of the boys were called at once. They wrote that they expected to join me over here soon. This is a fine country. I would be satisfied if you could only see this beautiful country. The weather has been fine, cool with plenty of sunshine. It never gets so hot here as it does in the states, especially in the Southern states. You asked being to describe the country but that would take volumes. I noticed in one of the country papers on account of Mr. Latham who was stationed at a Georgia camp in which he told of seeing markings of Revolutionary times such as the scene of Paul Revere's ride, Franklin's tomb, etc. I have viewed the country and some of the identical soil upon which the great Napoleon trod in his military career. I have also visited a certain cathedral in which I could see the image of the Virgin Mary and Child sculptured in gold and outside the Cathedral in sculpture stood the twelve apostles as true as life. These objects make one wonder if the end of time is near. It is sure sad to note the great savagery with which the "Hun" sends his shrapnel howling into these great magnificent structures of historical times and sends them tumbling to the earth with the same brutal force as was used in nailing the savior of mankind to the cross. These people by the iron grasp of Prussian militarism and these deeds a part of their exploit together with the killing of innocent women and children, gasping of Allied soldiers are breaking all rules which should regulate true warfare. Such a people can never hope to be respected by people who are human. I have seen nine European countries and hope to visit them all while over here. Nothing appeals to me so much as to the Biblical scenes. Of course the historical landmarks will remain one of this history while studying the history of Europe but the Bible scenes will ever cling to my memory. May God bless and keep all of the people in the dear old USA and bring them quickly to a happy reunion with the sons of America together with a peace that will ensure the safety of the civilized people. Your loving son, Lloyd B. Keith, Co. D 140 U. S. Inf. A. E. F. A. P. O. 747 |
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