Barry Co., MO, Newspapers

Cassville Democrat, 1917 Newspapers

1917 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.

August 4, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Judge Galloway Dies
Old Citizen Succumbs to Complication of Diseases at Age of 76 Years

It is with great sorrow that we chronicle the death of a most estimable citizen, Judge M. A. Galloway at his home in this city, Thursday, August 2, of a complication of diseases, aged 76 years, 3 months and 24 days.

Besides a loving wife, he leaves a number of children and of relatives and friends to mourn his death.

Rev. J. T. Brattin conducted funeral services at the Christian church, Friday, August 3, at 3 p.m., after which interment was made in Oak Hill Cemetery here.

All his children, excepting his son, Frank, were present, when he passed away.

An extended notice will appear in the next issue of the Democrat.

Cliffton R. Eidson Dies

End Comes to Well Known Citizen, July 28, Following Paralytic Stroke

We are missing that familiar form, hearty hand shake and pleasant daily greeting, that signified good fellowship and friendliness to this fellow man, that was daily practiced by Cliffton R. Eidson, with everybody. He did not pass a stranger by, but extended to him a welcoming hand and friendly greeting.

After about a week's sickness, he passed away at his home north of this city, at 5:30 a.m. Saturday morning, July 28, of paralysis and heart trouble, aged 76 years, 5 months and 11 days.

He was born Feb. 17, 1841, near Franklin, Logan County, Ky., and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Pleasant Eidson. He grew to manhood there and came to Missouri, just before the commencement of the civil war and located in Henry county. He had lived in Bates and Sullivan County. When the war of the sixties came on, he enlisted on the side of the Confederate states and served with Gen. Sterling Price and was in Cassville, Oct 31, 1861. When Claiborne Jackson's legislature assembled in this city, and heard Mr. Jackson made a speech from the south side of the old brick court house. This session of legislature continued to Nov. 7, 1861.

After the war closed he returned to Kentucky, where he continued to reside until 1872, when he moved to Henry County, Mo., and in 1879, he moved to Barry County, and purchased the farm of the late Seaburn M. Johnson out on the Washburn road six miles, where he continued to reside until his removal to this city.

At the age of 25 years, he united with Christian Church in Kentucky and on leaving that state secured his letter, but never united with any other church. He was a believer in Holy writ, but interpreted it, according to his own peculiar views and practiced it in the same manner.

He was an honest man, never winked at dishonesty, paid his debts and expected everybody else to do the same. He was of a very kind disposition and a great lover of children with whom he enjoyed talking to. He was liberal with worthy poor people and would really assist the unfortunates.

He was married twice both having died. The following children were born: C. Ralph Eidson of Denver, Col., Mrs. Engenia Hutchens of Cassville, R. 1, Mss Jemima and Phillip B. Eidson of Cassville.

The remains were conveyed to Washburn Prairie Cemetery, and in the shade of the oaks in the church yard, Rev. J. S. McQueen of the Christian Church conducted very impressive funeral services, Sunday afternoon, assisted by Rev. Ed. Chappell of this city, to a large number of old acquaintances who had assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to an old friend. The remains were interred in the cemetery there beside his loved ones.

The following were pall bearers: H. P. Sons, J. S. Davis, C. M. Landis, James Talbert, J. R. Wallen and Guy Isabell.

Ward - Mitchell

Rev. W. T. Ward of Dallas, Texas, and Miss Mabel Mitchell, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. D. L. Mitchell, were married at the home of the bride's parents, Wednesday evening, August 1. Rev. John F. Williams former pastor of the Baptist Church here, officiated.

Mrs. and is an excellent young lady and is held in high esteem by her many friends here who have known her during her entire life.

Rev. Ward is pastor of the Forest avenue Baptist Church, of Dallas, and is a young man with great promise. The friendship which culminated in live and marriage was formed at the Baptist Seminary of Ft. Worth, Texas.

It is indeed fitting that Mabel with her talents, and he, a minister of the Gospel, should serve the Lord and Master as one.

Only a few close friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony.

May there be a long life of loving services for this union in the wish of a friend.

The happy couple left for Dallas, Texas, on Thursday, evening train. The best wishes of everybody go with them.

Mrs. J. S. Thomas Dead

Mrs. John S. Thomas of Leann, died Saturday of paralysis, aged about 53 years, leaving her husband and children to mourn her death. She was a daughter of the late Judge and Mrs. Absalom Carney and a sister of Thos. and Lum Carney, of Marionville and Mrs. Chas. Ragsdale of near Purdy. She was a member of the Christian Church and Rev. G. G. Cottrell of that church conducted funeral services Sunday. She was an excellent wife, mother and citizen and was highly respected by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.

Joseph Lipes Dead

Another old and respected citizen passed away at his home east of Purdy, Tuesday, in the person of Joseph Lipes. He was reared in Barry County. Interment was made in Arnhart, Thursday after funeral services. He left a wife, several relatives and friends.

Enlist In Navy

Don Murphy of Whitten, Ark., joined the U. S. Navy, at Memphis, recently. Don is a son of Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Murphy of near this city.

Ed Kerr enlisted in the U.S. Aviation service. Ed formerly resided near here. Both are excellent young men and will give Uncle Sam excellent service. The best wishes of many friends here go with them.

Thos. Shrum Injured

Thomas Shrum, residing on the C.C. Martin farm near Golden, sustained a broken leg and a badly mashed foot, July 27. Ed Clark, a neighbor was here Thursday and said that Shrum was endeavoring to get on the platform of a thresher and fell under it. It passed over both legs, breaking and badly mashing foot and ankle of the other.

He is a hard working man had has a large family.

Card of Thanks

Words are not mine to express the gratitude due the many kind neighbors and friends for the many acts of kindness to my beloved wife during her last sickness. Robert Boy.

Mrs. Murray Dead

Mrs. Murray an aged lady of near Seligman, died sometime in the early morning of Sunday at the home of her son H. H. Murray, where she had made her home for sometime. The remains were interred late Sunday evening in New Salem Cemetery after Rev. ph. H. Hodge of Washburn, conducted funeral services. She was the mother of eleven children, nine of who are living. She was the mother of H. M. Murray and Mrs. Chas. Rubow of Seligman, Perry Murray of Garfield, Ark., Mrs. Robert Collier and the names of the other sons and daughter we could not learn. She was 84 years old and had lived a good life, a faithful and consistent Christian and as a citizen she enjoyed the high esteem and respect of all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.

John Stinnett Dead

Member of Old Family Passes Away at Wheaton of General Breakdown

Another of the county's most excellent citizens was called to answer the summons of his Maker, Sunday morning at 3:00 o'clock, when the sprit of John Stinnett, aged 74 years, 6 months and a few days, took its flight.

Mrs. Stinnett was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stinnett, well known and highly respected citizens known in this county during life.

He grew to manhood in this county and married a daughter of the late Elijah Waltrip, an excellent citizen of the county. Mrs. Stinnett died several years ago.

He was a veteran of the Civil War and served under General U. S. Grant in the 97th Illinois Infantry. He was the father of Edgar Stinnett of Wheaton; Mrs. Webb Ruff, of Joplin; James Stinnett, of Webb City; Mrs. Anna Lambert of Wheaton; Mrs. Will England and Will Stinnett, of California. He was a cousin of Henderson Brown of near this city, who attended the funeral.

Rev. Francis Goodnight conducted funeral services at Wheaton, Sunday, after which is remains were conveyed to Purdy and laid beside his wife.

Mrs. Bertha Boyd Dies
Wife of Robert Boyd Passes Away Tuesday of Tuberculosis, aged 29 Years

Mrs. Bertha Boyd, age 29 years, 1 month and 14 days, wife of Robert Boyd, died at her home on Gunter, Tuesday, August 1, of tuberculosis.

Mrs. Boyd was a most excellent young woman and was held in the highest esteem and respect by all who knew her. She was a constant member of the Baptist Church and was a zealous worker. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Blaylock, highly respected citizens of that locality.

To grow to womanhood in one community and have the confidence of all is quite a compliment that may be said of Mrs. Boyd very truthfully.

Besides her husband she leaves a 2 year old daughter and other relatives to mourn her death.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Charles Vanzandt at the Arnhart Church, Wednesday, after which the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery there. The bereaved husband, daughter and relatives have the sincere sympathy of their many friends.

Henry Metcalf Dead

Well Known Citizen Dies of Typhoid fever at Home Near Ridgley, Sunday

Henry Metcalf, aged about 48 years, died at his home near Ridgley, Sunday, of typhoid fever.

Mr. Metcalf was an excellent husband, father and citizen and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and six children to mourn his death. He was a consistent member of the Free Will Baptist Church.

The remains were interred in the Creason Cemetery, after appropriate services. he carried $1,500 insurance for the benefit of his family.

Burglary And Larceny

Sheriff Houston brought down from Monett, Saturday, a young fellow named Randall Thompson on a charge of burglarizing Tutt & Osborn's store at that place, Thursday night before and lodged him in county jail. He stole a lot of clothing and gents furnishing goods. He admits to having made a record in criminal courts in the the past.

Wheaton: Harry Hindman has been visiting his father at King City, Mo., who was very sick.

Wheaton: Floyd Kelly, 8 year old son of Ernie Kelly, fell from a car of lumber and broke one of his legs.

Shell Knob: J. and Curly James were in the Knob, Saturday and joined the marble game.

Shell Knob: Dr. Gilbert of Lismann, Ky., will locate in Shell Knob, soon.

Flatwood: Mrs. Williams of Wayne, and granddaughter and granddaughter, Edith Thomas, spent last week visiting Mrs. John Gilmore.

Flatwood: Mrs. Monroe Skelton assisted Mrs. Sims in cooking for threshers Tuesday.

Flatwood: Mrs. Clara King and children, of Carthage, are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Meador and family.

Flatwood: Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Sims and son, of Harrison, Ark., have returned home after a visit with his brother, S.T. Sims and family.

Flatwood: Grandma Barker, of Cherryvale, Kan., is visiting at the home of George Gilmore and other friends in this neighborhood.

Monett: Miss Helen Perry has been visiting relatives at Bentonville, Ark.

Monett: Mrs. S.T. Clutter who has been sick with fever is improving.

Purdy: Miss Nellie Dummitt and Charlie Prevo were quietly married last week.

Washburn And Greasy Creek Mixups - Written by Irvin Whittaker

A. C. Hartman has returned from Monett, where he has been employed and adjoining highways.

John Vanzandt, the sage of Mayflower, was in town Thursday, said they had wonderful crops. That the storm that passed through that section Monday evening destroyed some timer and damaged the corn crop.

Sid Clontz had a sale the 25tha and is going to Utah.

Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Clontz of Wentworth, returned home Sunday after spending a few days with J.D. Bowman on Greasy Creek.

Mr. Smith has arrived from Alton, Ill., and is at home west of town. Mrs. Smith has been handling the little 40 acres farm by her self.

Tracy Wade says that the crops on Trent Creek are extra good.

Winter Frost, of Oklahoma City, an old timer, was visiting relatives here last week.

Local And Personal

Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hisey, July 28, a daughter.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Vanzandt, Aug. 1, 1917, a son that caused the father to step high.

Arthur Hines went to Carthage, July 27th to meet his grandmother, Mrs. Mary Tibbetts of Golden City, who is visiting him.

Mr. and Mrs. Willyard returned from Springfield, Wednesday and went down to their home near Viola. Mr. Willyard is in very feeble health.

Mr. and Mrs. N. L. Hailey and their granddaughter, Miss Agnes Hailey motored to Mt. Vernon, Sunday and spent a part of the day with their daughter, Mrs. S. A. Newman and family.

Mrs. J. S. Moore who has been visiting Mrs. Geo. Brandt south of this city, left Wednesday evening for her home at Stanley, Kans.

Fred Ray and Sam Haddock of near Butterfield, were here Wednesday. They are going to Quapaw, Okla., to haul hay for a few weeks.

Calvin Hadley and Chas. Higganbotham relate a story about catching 50 lbs., of fish in White River, recently. Of course there are always doubting Thomases' on the the fish deals, but Calvin looked serious when he told their success.

Mr. and Mrs. Allen Williamson of Pawnee, Nebr., are visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williamson and family here. Allen is a telegraph operator on the Rock Island railroad.

John Ferguson and daughter, Miss Lyra, and Misses Mabel Rodgers and Dorotha Bridges of Webb City, have been at Roaring River for a week, enjoying the beautiful surroundings in that locality. Mr. Ferguson is a son of the late Judge John D. Ferguson, who resided west of Purdy.

Mrs. Clifford Burton and children returned Sunday from a visit to relatives in and near Shelbyville, Ill.

Mrs. Anna Baze of Montana is visiting her brother, Judge M. A. Galloway and family.

James E. Houston and family returned to Kansas City, Monday morning, in their car.

Wm. Anderson now has charge of the limited mail line to Mano and Eagle Rock.

Mrs. Rose Morris, of Tulsa, Okla., a stockholder in the mining plant southeast of Butterfield, visited the plant Monday. She was well pleased with the showing being made.

Royce and Garland Stubblefield accompanied by their sisters, Misses Mabel and Neva, motored to Monett, one day last week and visited A. G. Henbest and family.

Zack Galloway, of near Aurora spent the week with his father, Judge M. A. Galloway.

George England, a prominent farmer of Mineral township, was here Monday. He reports fine crops in that section.

Miss Blanche McClure of Seligman, spent last week, with her sister, Mrs. Leslie Fawver in this city.

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brisco, of Webb City, spent Saturday and Sunday with relatives and friends at Exeter.

J. A. Reed received a notice of the marriage of his daughter, Mamie, on July 24, to Alfred M. Tedford, at Sapulpa, Okla. THE DEMOCRAT, as well as the father wish for them a long journey of happiness.

Len Manley and family spent Sunday here with parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Manley.

Mrs. Jane Oxford of near Viola, widow of the late L. D. Oxford, is reported very sick.

Miss Gladys Horine is visiting Misses Gretchen and Kathryn Walker at Springfield.

L. F. Jones and family returned Monday from an auto trip to Pettis and Saline Counties, where they visited relatives and friends. Miss Ethel Jacobs, of Sedalia, came home with them.

Walter Jones and family and Ralph Jones of Washburn, motored to this city Tuesday night. Ralph has gained 27 pounds and his health is greatly improved, which we are truly glad to see.

Walter Scott, foreman of THE DEMOCRAT office was sick this week.

George Pearl, a railroad man, working out of Spokane, Wash., was in a wreck some three months ago in which he got his collar bone and an arm broken in two places and five ribs broken. He has been in a hospital every since and is making nice recovery. He is a son of Wm. Pearl of Shell Knob, and a year or two ago, visited the Pearl family at Shell Knob.

Kizer Gurley and family of Verona, visited his father, Sunday and attended the family reunion.

Mrs. Jim Lowery and daughter, Ruth, visited her sister, Miss Effie Burriss, at Springfield, last week.

The Gurley and Combs families had a family reunion at the home of Aunt Pollie Gurley, last Sunday. Something like fifty two relatives me and served a fine dinner which was appreciated by all. These families are among the oldest and most highly respected in the county and all wish them many more such occasions.

E. W. Daugherty and family and Mrs. G. W. Gurley motored to Corinth Church attended church and the funeral of C.R. Eidson, Sunday.

Mr. Alexander and daughter-in-law and two children motored here from Iowa, on a visit to relatives and friends. They will leave this week for California before returning home.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sheppard, July 27, a son. The granddaddy Sheppard is looking up some.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Adamson of Everton, at the home of Mrs. Adamson's parents, Mr. and Mrs. I. O. Edgar of near this city, July 19, a ten pound son. The granddaddy of this little boy is much elated over the arrival.

Mrs. Isa Brandt of near this city, left Wednesday evening for Kendrick, Col., to visit her sister, W. J. Cox and sons, until November.

Chas. and Floyd Easley of near Eagle Rock, had business in this city, Thursday.

Winter Frost of Oklahoma City, Okla., came in Wednesday night to visit his son T. S. Frost and family and hosts of friends in Barry County. He is looking well or a man of his age.

Mrs. Bettie Jones left Wednesday for a visit with her sisters, Mrs. W. J. Ham and family of Verona, and Mrs. Nellie Wooten and family of Peirce City, and will then go to Commerce, Okla., where her husband, Lynn B. Jones, has a position for the winter.

Fred Bennington, wife and daughter left Thursday evening for Melrose, Montana, to visit his brother, Charlie Bennington and family. Fred is entitled to a months lay off and we hope that he and family many have a pleasant trip and happy visit with his brother.

Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Christian of Topeka, Kan., have been visiting her father, W. S. Taylor and family of this city and left Tuesday on their return home in their car.

Neighboring Towns

Luther Thomas of Rocky Comfort and Lizzie Chancel of Exeter, were granted marriage license in McDonald County, last week.

Roy Todd was convicted in Greene County criminal court last week on a charge of cutting a Mrs. Hudnell's throat. They had been living together as man and wife.

Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Beaver of Seligman, have been visiting their son Charlie Beaver and family at Peirce City.

Luther Smith of Rocky Comfort is dead. Journal.

Marriage License

G. F. Meader, Butterfield, and Effie C. Weston, Cassville.

William Thomas Watd, Dallas, Texas, and Mary Mabel Mitchell, Cassville.

Dave Shaw and Alma Fritz, Monett.Lawrence Allcock and Eulah Mae Majors, Monett.

August 11, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Morehouse-Dillon

A happy and beautiful wedding occurred Wednesday at the Presbyterian Church in this city, where two happy hearts and lives were blended, and tier lives consecrated to God and a happy home that will come to this intelligent and excellent couple.

Dr. Wray an eminent Congregational Minister of St. Louis and a friend of the groom, said the words that made H. W. Morehouse of Stillwater, Okla., and Miss Lucile Dillion daughter of Rev. W. A. Dillion, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church in this city, man and wife.

This happy couple marched down the aisle in the church to the altar, to a beautiful wedding march, rendered excellently by Miss Jessie Warren of Adair, Okla., who is a schoolmate of the bride. Dr. Wray very impressively gave the Presbyterian Church wedding ceremony accompanied with the ring service and the admonitions to "love cherish and cleave to each other", were promptly responded to.

The groom is Dean of Commerce and Marking in Agricultural and Mechanical College of Oklahoma, at Stillwater, Okla., and from this position and standing is no doubt a very acceptable husband for an excellent woman.

The bride is a daughter of Rev. and Mrs. W. A. Dillion of this city, a beautiful and intelligent you lady with rare accomplishments, that will do her part toward making a happy home.

After receiving the congratulations of these at the church the happy couple with relatives and a few friends repaired to the home of the parents of the bride where a wedding dinner was served.

That evening the newly weds left on the train for Springfield and from there will go to Branson where they will spend their honeymoon and then returned to Stillwater, to resume their duties in the college there.

Mrs. Stevenson, an aunt of the groom from Stillwater, Okla., attended the wedding.

To Join Navy

Ralph Hawk, son of Robert Hawk, stated this week that he will make application next week for admission into the United States Navy. By proper application Ralph can be a great service to this country in his branch of the service and it is quite likely that he will climb in the service.

Card of Thanks

We wish to thank our friends for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our daughter, Ethel; especially Ray Brattin, for his sermon and words of comfort and Mrs. Montgomery for the beautiful flowers. Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Birks.

Sells Store

Lester Loftin, who has been selling merchandise at Mineraspring, for sometime, has sold his store to Henry Beeson, who will continue the business. Lester and wife are thinking of moving to Pennsylvania. Lester is a reliable young man and we can recommend him to the people, where ever he locates.

Henry Clay Dead

Henry Clay a former citizen of near Golden, died recently at Jennings, La., and the remains were interred there. Mr. Clay was deserving more of the good things of this world than he ever received. We regret his death. he worked hard to develop the golden country and spent about all of his money in the effort.

Mrs. W.F. Baker dead

Mrs. W.F. Baker of Springfield, died Sunday of a complication of diseases, age 51 years, leaving her husband and six children to mourn her death. Mr. Baker is claim agent for the Frisco road and was formerly located at Fayetteville, Ark., and years ago transacted considerable business wit the people of Barry County. We regret Mr. Baker and family their great misfortune.

M. A. Galloway's Death

Barry County lost one of her oldest and best citizens when he summons of death came to Judge Melville A. Galloway at his home in this city surrounded by his affectionate wife and loving children, who tenderly administered every possible attention to an excellent husband and father.

His honesty and integrity was never questioned by his acquaintances. He was never known to speak evil or any one and if he could not say something good about them, he remained silent. He was held in the highest estimation by all his acquaintances and his death is regretted by all.

Judge Galloway was born in Barry County, April 8, 1841, and grew to manhood in this county, and was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hannah Galloway. He was married Oct. 17, 1861, to Miss Sarah Jane Henson, to whom were born twelve children, three dying in infancy, nine living who are: A. L. Galloway and Mrs. J. H. Thomas and Jesse Galloway of this city; Chas. Galloway, Mrs. Horace Gardener and Mrs. Gilla Short of Monett; Frank Galloway of Houston, Tex., Geo. Galloway of Pomona, Howell County; Zach Galloway of near Aurora, who are respected citizens in the communities in which they reside.

In 1880, Judge Galloway was nominated for county judge by the democrats of Barry County, in the eastern district, which was largely republican and he was elected by a handsome majority and was associated with Judge's M. B. Sparkman and Wm. A. Fly, who proved an economical court and they very ably discharged their duties to tax payers for their county.

All his brothers and sisters are dead except Mrs. Annie Baze of Sumner, Texas, who was present when her brother passed to the Holy City. He was a brother of the late Maj. Chas. Galloway, a well known citizen of this county, after the civil war, who died at Springfield, a few years ago.

He died Aug. 2, 1917, age 73 years, 3 months and 24 days and had been married 56 years.

His last words were, "It is finished," the life of a splendid man has gone to a wealthy reward in that land beyond.

Rev. J. T. Brattin, an old and good friend of the deceased, preached a very impressive funeral service at the Christian Church in this city and spoke feelingly at the splendid traits of character of the deceased.

The remains were interred in Oak Hill Cemetery in this city, and his sprit went to God who gave it.

Bailey Made Captain

Well Known Physician Receives Commission from Secretary of War

Dr. W. T. Bailey, the well known physician, has received his commission as Captain in the United states Army.

Dr. Bailey was both pleased and surprised on receipt of the commission except as a first lieutenant. He offered his services to the government sometime ago as a physician and was accepted.

He will leave for service just as soon as his business can be arranged in proper shape.

The many friends of the Doctor will be pleased to know that he was given this rank.

John Signal Corp

Cullus Plummer of Joplin, spent this week here visiting his many friends and his sister, Mrs. Ross Murphy, northeast of this city. He informed us that he had joined the Signal Corp of the United States Army.

Cullus is an excellent young man and has many friends at his old home here who will wish him every possible success. He is a son of Zadoc Plummer, who formerly resided near here but now lives near Seneca.

Local and Personal

Mrs. Bash Johnson and son, Luther of Oklahoma visited her brother, Harris Hudson and family, other relatives and friends.

Mrs. J. I. Gladden and son, Wayne and wife, of Seligman were here on business, Monday. This office acknowledges a very pleasant call.

Misses Mabel Wormington and fern Jones of Monett, have been visiting their aunt Mrs. F. N. Reese and family.

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Marbut of Fayetteville, Ark., came in for the reunion and a visit with their many friends this week.

J. W. Inman and E. D. Miller of Republic attended the reunion this week. Mr. Inman is Mrs. J. G. Perkins' father.

Prof. and Mrs. R. M. Cochran of Washburn, spent this week in this city the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hankins.

Miss Delphine Atkinson of Claremore, Okla., is visiting her grandmother Mrs. Mary E. Burton, many relatives and friends in this city.

Lorenzo Brattin of near Exeter, has purchased a farm near Seneca, and will move there.

We learn that Enoch Trolinger of Wagoner, Okla., was rejected for the army, on account of a diseased throat.

Mrs. M. C. Stuckey of Columbus, Kans., who was visiting her son, Ross and wife, returned home Sunday.

Mrs. Minnie LeCompte of Wentworth, and her sister, Mrs. Alice Stevenson of Oklahoma, visited the reunion Thursday.

Oscar Coleman went to Sarcoxie, Sunday night to enlist in Co., E, that mobilized at that place Sunday. Oscar has many friends in this city, who bestow their best wishes for his success. He is a good boy.

Wm. Hilburn and Ben Starkey had a fight Saturday evening that looked very ugly for a time. They were both arrested and will be tried today before Squire Sons. One of Mr. Hilburn's sons took a part in the fight.

Deck Manley, of St. Louis, spent several days here this week. He is pleasantly located in the Mound City and has a good position with an insurance company and will make good. We wish him success.

Chas. Lee and family of Purcell, Okla., have spent the week here very pleasantly with their many relatives and old friends. Chas. is an engineer on the Santa Fe Railroad and is doing well.

Mr. and Mrs. Ivey of Maud, Okla., arrived Monday to visit their many relatives and old friends here, where they spent their childhood days. They were given a welcome greeting.

Maurice Wear came home from Beebe, Ark., Monday to visit his parents and many friends in this city. He is well please with his location and business. He is a splendid young man and all his fiends wish him success.

H. S. Johnson, a prominent farmer of near Osa, motored to this city Monday. He said his father Wm. Johnson, age 86 years, was very feeble from an attack of paralysis. His many acquaintances in this city will regret to hear of his condition.

Prof. Clarence McClure and family of Warrensburg, motored to this city Wednesday to attend the reunion and to visit relatives and many friends. Prof. McClure is connected with the Warrensburg State Normal in a prominent position and is making good. He is a former Barry County boy and we are glad of his success.

James Roberts of Springfield, visited his brother Z. L. Roberts and family this week. He married Miss Mary Fergus, a daughter of the late Jas. Fergus, who owned and lived on the farm west of this city, 1 mile, now owned by Clarence Hoog. Mr. Roberts was 75 years old Thursday. He is also a brother of Aleck Roberts of near Rocky Comfort.

Phillip Casey of Shell Knob township took the train in this city on the 3rd for Sarcoxie, where he will join his company that will soon leave for training camps. He spent sometime on the border last year and will make a good soldier. He said he was "rearing to go", and do his part for humanity, by assisting in cleaning up the Kaiser.

G. W. Williams of Springfield, attended the reunion and visited relatives in this county this week and renewed old acquaintances of ante bellum days. Before the civil war he owned and lived on the farm at Star City, now owned by Mrs. Johnson. He remembers many of the old time settlers.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Talbert of this city, Aug. 4, a daughter. The happy daddy seems delighted with the arrival of this little daughter.

Oscar Coleman did not enlist in the Sarcoxie Company, as the company had its quota filled.

Cap. Bradford of Eagle Rock spent Monday in Springfield.

Mrs. Lazarus Hudson moved to Branson, Tuesday, to be with her husband.

Mrs. Wm. Turner, and daughter, Gladys of Joplin, attended the reunion this week.

C. A. Vail and family of Caldwell, Idaho, are visiting Mrs. Vail's father Chas. Higganbotham and wife and other relatives.

Shell Knob

Dr. Gilbert of Lissman, Ky., has located in Shell Knob for the practice of his profession.

A whiskey barrel in which John Boston was peeping into blowed up last Sunday. When the smoke cleared away John was found to be painfully hurt.

Wheaton

Mrs. Dora Strother of St. Louis is visiting her grandmother Mrs. E. P. Dabbs of Rocky Comfort.

Washburn Prairie

Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Crane left Sunday evening for Oklahoma, where Mr. Crane will attend school and teach this fall.

Mrs. Mary Herren and daughter, Mrs. Naomi Allen and little daughter, Mary, left Saturday morning for their home at Tecumseh, Okla., after a month's stay with relatives.

Henry Weston and family spent Sunday with E. A. Burnett and family, of Washburn.

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Thompson visited his parents near Eagle Rock, Sunday.

Washburn And Greasy Creek Mixups: By Irvin Whittaker

Mrs. J. Pippin had a slight stroke of paralysis last week. She is better at this writing.

Jeff Marshall returned from Woodward, Okla., Friday, where he traded farms with Mr. D. V. Shadday, O. V. Shadday, his brother, came with him. These gentlemen can make a success on Oakley Mountain, if they will.

Earl Hendrix and John Banks of Trent Creek, had wheat on this market Friday which brought $2.30.

Harold Mooney came home Tuesday from Kansas.

Clint Cargile and Vert Dudley were on the Monett market with a load of vegetables Monday.

Luther Tennis and sisters, Mrs. Pyron and Mrs. Harris, are at home on account of the sickness of their aged father, Wm. Tennis.

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jones of the Bank of Washburn, motored to Neosho, and Joplin the first of the week.

Earle M. Rush came in last week bringing home a bride.

Ridgley

Only two ladies registered here, Mrs. Francis Judd and Mrs. Nellie E. Crane.

Nellie Brattin is very ill.

Mr. Smith and Mr. Horner are going to move their families back to Lanigan. They are fine people and we regret to see them leave.

Lots of sickness in this community. Those who are convalescing are: James and Carleton Crane, John Metcalf, Orris Carl, Lorena and Blandine Birks. Their sister Miss Kate is still very low and grave doubts are entertained as to her recovery.

Our school will begin the first Monday in September, with Mrs. Frances Judd as teacher. Mrs. Judd comes to us highly recommended, and we feel sure if the parents and scholars will do their part, this term of school will be a grand success.

Ethel Birks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Birks, answered the final summons Friday evening, Aug. 34d, 1917, after a brief illness of a complication of diseases. She was born May 7th, 1902, age 15 years, 2 months and 26 days. Besides a devoted father and mother, she leaves three loving sisters and two brothers. She was converted the day she died and help to sing two or three songs in her dying hour. Her last request was that her father and those she loved would seek and find Jesus as their friend. Solemn and impressive funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian Church by Rev. James Brattin. Six of her girl friends acted as pall bearers namely: Rhoda Powell, Maulsic Harper, Pearl Creason, Ivy Brattin, Effie Reed and Clara England.

The interment was made in Concord Cemetery, Saturday evening, August 4th. No more gentle unassuming and kind hearted girl was ever known in our vicitny, but our loss is her gain, and while she is gone, her influence still lives a blessed memory and a shinning lamp to guide the feet of those who knew her and today mourn her loss. May we all lives so that we may meet her.

The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community. Mrs. R. C. Crane.

Crane

Miss Stella Cope is visiting at Tulsa, Okla.

The three smallpox cases at Crane, have been strictly quarantined and there is no danger from them, if the quarantine is kept up.

Milford Johnson and Miss Gale Hemphill of the Mars Hill country were married on July 22nd. They will make their future home at Century, Okla.

Marriage License

W. R. Boyd, Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. A. W. Royalty, Monett.

Harold W. Moorhouse, Stillwater, Okla., and Lucile Dillon, Cassville.

Edwin J. Clark and May Michael, Washburn.

Frank Thomas and Maud Smith, Carthage.

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