1917 Newspaper Files, Barry Co., MO

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.
November 3, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Probate Court Docket Circuit Docket - November Bert Davis Dies Bert Davis Died at his home south of Washburn, Friday morning aged 68 years, of paralysis. Mr. Davis was a native of Barry county and was a good citizen. He leaves a wife and daughter, Mrs. Wm. Henry of Washburn to mourn his death. He was a brother of J. S. O. D., W. E., and Henry Davis all highly respected citizens. Mr. Davis has been afflicted with paralysis. Died For His Country Mrs. L. A. Dunbar of this city, has received the following from her aunt Mrs. Ella Conley of Siloam Springs, Ark., in regard to the death of her son and Mrs. Dunbar's cousin, "Victor Hershel Conley, Sergeant Major made the supreme sacrifice Sept. 29, 1917, "Fighting for the Freedom of the World," Australian Imperial Forces, somewhere in Belgium." Mr. Conley was born and raised at Siloam Springs, Ark., and was about 25 years old. Obituary Mrs. Julia A. Speece was born in Washington county, Arkansas on Feb. 19, 1862 and died at Doniphan, October 14, 1917. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Parker. On Oct. 11, 1886 she was united in marriage to Dr. W. Speece at Cassville, Mo., They resided at Cassville and Monett for a number of years before moving to this city. They resided here for a short time and then moved to Evansville, Ind., but four years ago returned to this city. They resided here for a short time and then returned to Evansville, but four years ago returned to this city where they were living at the time of her death. line was repeated] Deceased was a member of Monett Chapter No. 190 Eastern Star and her funeral was in charge of the local chapter. She is survived by her husband and half brother, Will Parker of this city - Donaphan Republican. Dr. Mitchell furnished the paper wit this obituary. Elijah McCracken Dead It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Elijah McCracken at Afton, Okla., Oct 25, of tuberculosis of the stomach, at the home of his wife's parents. Elijah was a son of Rev. and Mrs. E. W. McCracken of Sarcoxie, former residents of near this city, where he was born and raised. He had been sick for sometime and all that loving relatives and friends could do was done to restore him to life. His wife, father, mother, brothers and sisters survive him. Marbut Operated On Clinton Marbut, of Kings Prairie, was operated on for appendicitis, Wednesday. His many friends in the county are hoping to learn of his early recover. He was operated on at Springfield Hospital. Mrs. Hudspeth Dead Mrs. J. W. Hudspeth of Sarcoxie, died October 25, age 82 years as a result of a fall, says the Record the Hudspeths formerly resided just east of Exeter. She was the mother of Mrs. L. D. Brattin and Mrs. Reuben Brattin of and near Exeter. Funeral services were held October 28 and the remains were interred in the Sarcoxie Cemetery. Mrs. Ozra Arnold Dead Mrs. Ozro Arnold of Seligman, died Wednesday, after a continued sickness, aged 39 years. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon. She leaves a husband and one child. S. H. Lauderdale Dead S. H. Lauderdale died Thursday morning at his home in Monett, of heart failure, aged 70 years. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m., at the M. E. church. He will be buried with Masonic honors. Operated On Mrs. J. E. Blankenship of Purdy was taken to Springfield Hospital, Monday for an operation. She is a sister of Mrs. Jas. Lauderdale of near this city. Family Dinner Mrs. Martha Garrison, sons and daughters, son-in-laws and daughter-in-laws and children all met Sunday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Brattin near Wheaton, and enjoyed the entire day, with very pleasant associations. This dinner was given in honor of Elmer Garrison and family of Eugene, Oregon, who are visiting their many relatives, friends and old home in that section. Those present were: Elmer Charter, Knox, Ira and Lon Garrison and families, Mrs. Cora Brattin, Mrs. Lizzie Warren, Mrs. Zola Higgs and families, with the mother, who no doubt was the happiest one present, because to be with all the children once more was an occasion, that many mothers do not enjoy these days. They will all spend Sunday with their sister, Mrs. James Higgs, at her home. It was so thoughtful of these children, to provide such occasion for that dear old mother. Ridgley Mr. Bob Langwell and his sister in law, Miss Gratis Boler, have gone to some place near Sedalia, where Mr. Langwell will act as Agent for the M. K. & T. R. R., and Miss Boler as operator. Mrs. Langwell will leave just as soon as some one else is appointed to take her place as postmistress. R. C. Crane and family visited the Crane Ranch in Thomas Hollow, one day last week and brought back about ten bushes of walnuts. They say they could have gathered one hundred bushels. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Crane spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Barney Overton, near Wheaton. Their daughter Miss Fay, has a fine position with the Frisco, at Enid, Okla. Albert Parkerson is able to be around again after a long illness of typhoid fever. Roy Scroggins of near Ridgley, died Saturday of typhoid fever. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn his death. He is a son of Dick Scroggins. The reminds were interred in Chitwood Cemetery, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Smith have returned to their home at Carterville, after a weeks visit with the latter's father, Mr. Bill Dunbar. Rock Springs by J. A. Roller We are informed that the oil people have engaged Mitchell Brothers to begin drilling a few days. If the test show up good, there will be a chance for a large rig. Mrs. George Roller and children of McDonald County, have returned home after a few days stay with her mother, Mrs. Mary Wilson. We wish Levy Roller and wife a long and happy journey through life "as man and wife". We failed to make mention of the arrival of a Democratic boy at Landen Crumley's a short time back. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Edens, a few days ago, a daughter. Monett S. H. Lauderdale continues in a serious condition and his passing is feared. Scott Brite is able to be up for a protracted sickness. Shell Knob Mrs. Ed. Taylor of Lohmersburg, is in poor health. Pioneer Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Martin came over and spent a few days last week on their farm. Washburn And Greasy Creek Mixups, by Irvin Whitaker John Woodard a Trent Creek "booster" was shopping here Saturday. Doss Berryhill and son Bert are digging a well, at 8 feet it looks like they will strike oil instead of water. Roy Hendrix is home from an extended trip to Kansas. McReynolds on Robinson Ridge, dug in a shale bed for coal, and struck a heavy flow of water, which they could not control by hand. This water is covered with crude oil, from this Bituminous Shale. This is on the run of the Greasy Creek Oil Bowl. Rumor says that a Kansas Oil Company has an eye on this field. You doubting Thomas's had better get in the band wagon. Lem Berryhill is digging a well and will build a house, on a ten acre block he bought recently. Log Church The Gunter school is progressing nicely under the management of Miss Mary Crane, assisted by Miss Terry. Mrs. John Marlow and daughters Rachel and Agnes of Travers, who have been visiting her father, Scott Utter, of Greenwood, and her Uncle, L. D. Utter of Ft. Smith, Ark., returned home Saturday. An enjoyable visit was reported. All were well and doing well in their new homes. Flat Creek We hear that Frank Wiley of McDowell, is at the point of death. Calvin Carney's two children have typhoid fever. Neighboring Towns Wm. Henson of Marionville died there Oct. 25, age 71 years. He was an uncle of Judge Henson of Mt. Vernon. The deceased was a brother of Mrs. M. A. Galloway of this city. Mrs. Tabitha Taylor of Joplin, was arrested, charged with attempting to kill Thos. W. Cunningham of that city, has been released. Elias Wormington of Monett and Miss Ota Webb of Pierce City, were married at Carthage last week. Rev. E. W. Love married Neal A. Brown of Morris, Okla., and Miss Louva Jones of Pioneer, at his home in Joplin. Judge Kaiser, a prominent citizen of Lawrence County, died at his home at Freistattt, Lawrence County, last week. Left Over From Last Week, Albert P. Roller of near Washburn, left Wednesday morning for St. Louis to accept a position in U.S. Railway Mail Service. He is a son of J. A. Roller and a splendid young man and we believe will make a success. Local And Personal Dock Skelton, Judge Elam and Dick Whittington on and near Eagle Rock, motored to this city Thursday and Judge Elam sent out a fine Hereford cow and calf that he secured in the shipment of cows, bought by the Hereford Breeder's Association of this county. Ben Lamar was here from Purdy Wednesday and said that he had sold his property at Okmulgee, Okla., for $34,000. Mr. Lamar secured this property some years ago from G. M. Griffin and traded his farm in the Pasley neighborhood for it. Loren Hodge of near Exeter, has entered Rahe's Auto & Tractor School in Kansas City, where he will take a thorough technical and mechanical course in automobile and tractor engineering. After graduating, he will open a garage at Washburn. Mrs. Greenwood while visiting her granddaughter Mrs. Etta Padgett north of this city, 4 miles, fell Tuesday and broke her left hip. She is very old and a sister of George and Wm. Edmondson. Born to Mr. and Mrs. George Earle, of Buffalo, Dallas County, Oct. 17, a son. The old granddaddy George Earle of near this city is delighted over the boy's arrival. James Waddell, while at the home of Tom Galyen, in Ash township, recently was shown a peach tree that had grown from a seed this year to the height of nine feet. Richard Sullivan, of Republic, brought his daughter, Mrs. E. M. Winters to his home Saturday night. She is suffering from leakage of the heart. Dr. and Mrs. winters formerly resided in this city and all will regret to learn of her condition. Mrs. John Ivey left for Guthrie, Okla., Wednesday evening, to attend her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Chandler, who is to be operated on for appendicitis. H. L. Keith residing east of this city, received a letter from his son, Lloyd, this week, who is at Camp Funston, in which he expressed himself as well pleased and satisfied. Marriage License Alex J. Meyer, Monett and Margaret Thacker, Carthage. Clyde Gipson and Doris Eden, Purdy. John Beaver, Everton, Ark., and Francis Woodward, Seligman.	November 10, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Mrs. Woods Dead Mrs. Pinkney Woods, a former highly respected citizen died at Okmulgee, Okla., Wednesday. the remains were brought to Exeter Thursday night and interred near Rocky Comfort. Mrs. Woods remains were accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Joshua Montgomery and daughters. Mrs. Woods was the mother of Mesdames Hugh Phillips, Keller, Robt and Joshua Montgomery. She was a sister of the late Dr. McCall and was an aunt of Mrs. S. P. Rosenberry of Exeter. During her residence here she was one of this sections most highly respected citizens. J. W. Powell Dead J. W. Powell, agent for the Missouri & North Arkansas Railroad at Wheaton, died suddenly at his home at that place, Oct. 30, of heart trouble and Bright's disease, aged about 70 years. We never knew him, but from information, we learn that he was a good man of a very genial disposition, that made everybody his friend and enjoyed the respect and esteem of all his acquaintances. He left a wife and children to mourn his death. He was a member of the Christian Church, which evidences that he will enjoy eternal life beyond the stormy seas, over there in that beautiful land. Rev. J. T. Brattin conducted funeral services. Interment was made there. A Brother Dies Chester Beymer of near this city received a message on the 2nd, informing him of the death of his brother Malachia Beymer at Deering, Kan., leavening a wife and two children. He was raised on Kings Prairie this county. He was 44 years old. Chester went there to attend the funeral and returned Monday. P. P. Gage Dead Harvey Aldridge of near Mano, came to this Saturday after a casket for P. P. Gage who died early that day, aged 74 years. He was born in Watertown, N. Y., in 1843. He left a wife and four children to mourn his passing. He was a veteran of the civil war. Rev. F. M. Smallwood conducted funeral services at the Mano Church, and interment was made there. Bert Davis' Death Bert Davis of near Washburn, died suddenly at his home, Nov. 2, of paralysis and probably heart failure, aged 66 years. He first married a Miss Harbin and one daughter was born of this marriage, who is the wife of Wm. Henry. After his first wife's death, he married Miss McCary, a daughter of B. F. McCary, who survives him. He was a brother of Jake Davis, prosecuting attorney, Judge Wm. and Henry Davis of Wheaton and O. D. Davis of Washburn, and Mrs. Mary Platin of Simcoe, McDonald County. Rev. Eli Stephens conducted funeral services at the Davis home Sunday, after which the remains were entered in King or Roller Cemetery. He was a quiet citizen, believed in doing right; honest and upright and enjoyed the confidence of his acquaintances. Hickey in Army Chandler Hickey, son of Thos. H. Hickey, of Washburn, is now at Camp Lewis, Wash., in the training camp. He was called in the first draft with the Idaho contingent. He is an excellent young man will make a good solider. Visits Brothers Cam Boucher of Ardmore, Okla., visited his brothers, P. A. Boucher of near Exeter, and W. A. Boucher of Purdy, last week. He is the oldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John M. Boucher, former highly respected citizens of this county. We favor a court martial of Cam because he did not visit his old friends in Cassville, and if he does the like again, we favor shooting him on the spot. Card of Thanks In our sad hours when bleeding hearts need comfort and consolation, as well as assistance, the good people of Cassville, came to our aid and rendered every possible assistance that could be given by any people, for which we desire to express our heartfelt thanks. To Rev. Brattin for his consoling words, the choir for the splendid music and the many who sent beautiful flowers we tender our thanks, Mrs. Zuma Bloomer and family Rolla E. Talbert, David Talbert and family, Jas. Talbert and family and Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Talbert. Card of Thanks Great sorrow has visited our family, called one of our loved ones, John E. Lowder, away from us and we bow in humble submission to Divine will, but our hearts bleed from the separation. We take this method of returning our heartfelt thanks to our friends and neighbors for every evidence of sympathy and assistance during these trying hours. Sarah Lowder, mother and Mattie Baker, sister. By an oversight, this notice was overlooked and should have been published two weeks ago. Editor. Neighboring News Judge J. H. Robinson of near Diamond, Newton County, died recently, aged 75 years. He was very prominent in Newton County affairs and a good citizen. Lewis and Chas. Enlow, who were convicted in Newton County circuit court for grand larceny and sent to the pen for two years, have been paroled. Bob Bradford of Pierce City dropped dead at Galena, one night last week, while attending a picture show. He formerly lived in Verona. The remains were entered at Pierce City. W. S. Carlin & Son have moved their stock of goods from Granby to Purdy. Shoal Creek Roy Scroggins of the Thomas Hollow country, died last week of typhoid fever. Rocksprings A large number attended the funeral of Bert Davis Sunday at the P. E. Roller cemetery. The bereaved have the sympathy of the people of this section. Mrs. T. J. Barnes has the pneumonia and is very sick. Butterfield by Dr. H. Perkins Rabbits are ripe and on the market but the crop seems rather short but the price is good. Wilkerson, Ferguson & Co., set off the pan after making something like 1,500 gallons of sorghum. Surely they can sop their bread on both sides. R. J. Henson and Pat Murphy displayed their good looks here last week. Sparlin Henson was also but he don't claim to be good looking. Washburn Prairie Miss Nona Hopkins attended the teachers' meeting at Purdy, last week. Steve Weston of Pasley, visited his cousin Maye and Faye Weston, Saturday night and Sunday. Clarice Parks of Washburn visited her cousin Maggie Roller, Saturday night and Sunday. Bricefield We hear one of Judge Velton's little ones is very seriously ill of typhoid fever. Miss Martha Friday and Oscar Hagedorn were joined in matrimony last Tuesday morning at St. Mary's church, Pierce City, Rev. Fr. Siebert officiating. Mrs. Hagedorn is the oldest daughter of Anton Friday, living near here. Oscar is the youngest son of August Hagedorn, a well known farmer of our township. Viola Mrs. Iva Coker visited her sister Mrs. Eunice Applegate Saturday. Flatwood Mrs. Virgie Hawk of Pasley is very low with typhoid fever. Mrs. S. T. Sims is very sick with all indications for typhoid fever. Mrs. Harry Day received word this week that her brother E. R. Murphy of Tulsa, Okla., was very low and to come at once. She will leave for that place Thursday morning. Pioneer The little son of Mr. Prigmore has tonsillitis and is out of school. E. E. Sturgeon is in Granby this week attending his wife, who is threatened with pneumonia. Washburn And Greasy Creek Mixups, by Irvin Whittaker Jim Anderson has bought a small farm of Eli Suttemyre on Greasy Creek and Mr. Suttlemyre has bought his old homestead of Elmer Kious including he crop. There is no place like home, tho it be eve so homely. Mrs. Rhea Sparkman was assisting her father Postmaster Adcock at the post at the post office Thursday. Levi Roller threshed 5 bushes of fancy navy beans, from one load Thursday about $50. a jag of beans on a wagon box. Wm. McGowan has accepted a place with Ry., Co., at Ft. Smith, Ark., and went there Monday, his family may winter here. Left Over From Last Week, by Clara Thompson Henry Dunlap, son of James Dunlap, died October 23, of typhoid. Mrs. Charles Curry, son Noel, and Aunt Julia Skelton motored to Cassville last week Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Thompson spent last week at the home of J. T. Thompson. Elbert Tucker is improving. Local And Personal Vede Marbut, Frank Jackson and son, Chris Carter, Wm. Medlin, Allen Jackson and others of Kings Prairie township, had business in county court Tuesday. Sam Beatty of Monett, died Monday morning. Mrs. Martha Brown of Joplin has been visiting her brother George Stever and family near Mano. A. F. McFarland, brother of our esteemed citizen, L. N. McFarland, residing south of town, died October 22, of Bright's disease at his home in Ohio. Mr. McFarland was a good man and was known by many of our people as he spent a summer here many years ago. Maurice Brattin while driving his father's car down North Main Street, Monday afternoon, he lost control of the car and it made a dash for the sidewalk and up in Bascom Babb's yard. The front axle was damaged with some bruises and lacerations. Elmer Garrison and family of Oregon City, Oregon, and Ira and Chart Garrison of near Corsicana, visited their many friends in this city Saturday. They were accorded a hearty greeting by their old acquaintances. Miss Blanche Dunn, of the Mt. Sinai neighborhood, has returned from a five weeks visit with her aunt Mrs. Doss Edmondson of near Stroud, Okla. Judge Holman of near Mano, has purchased the J. H. Lathim farm in that vicinity, making him owner of 486 acres. Frank Chapman of Picher, Okla., who was working in the mines there, was badly injured last week, but not seriously. He is a son of H. Chapman formerly a resident of near this city. Ed Catron came home last week and visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Barl Catron and family west of town. He is at Camp Funston, Kans., serving in the U.S. Army. Fisk Marbut has enlisted in the U. S. Typographical Engineer Corp. service and will go to France. He is the oldest son of Curtis F. Marbut, Chief of the U.S. Soils Survey and has many relatives in this city and county, who will wish him success. Loren Hodge is not attending the tractor school in Kansas City, with an idea of opening a agree at Washburn, he writes. He says that he will remain on the farm during these troublesome times and do his bit to help feed the soldier at the front. Probate Court The regular November term of Probate Court convened Monday. Estate of Andrew Ash dec'd; widow allowed $500 for maintenance. Estate of Cynthia A. Jones, dec'd; Administrator John C. Ellston, was authorized to erect a tombstone at grave of deceased not to exceed $50. in cost. Semi-annual settlements were made as follows: Andrew Ash, dec'd; J. C. Barcus, dec'd; Ed H. Ennis, dec'd, Anna L. Higgins, minor; John P. and Mary V. Sullivan, minors; Alex Rosewicz, dec'd; Martin Roark, dec'd; J. M. Lampkins, dec'd; J.P. Reardon, dec'd; Susie Hilton et al, minors; Dewey Sapp, minor; Cynthia A. Jones, dec'd; Stona Farewell, dec'd; J. E. Jenkins, dec'd; Archie Andrews minor; Thos. S. Pippin, dec'd. Final Settlements made: Archie C. Autry, dec'd; Wm. S. Overton, minor; J. E. Lowder, dec'd and J. B. Caisson, dec'd. Semi-Annual settlement Francis Bramer, minor; Jonnie L. Ferguson, minor. Final settlements. James Mitchell, dec'd. Marriage License James A. Boyd, Butterfield and Anna C. Dyer, McDowell. P. L. Darlon and M. J. Wilson, Jasper, Mo. Horace E. Keith and Hattie Stacy, Cassville.
November 17, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Dr. John R. Smith Dead It is with much regret that we announce the death of Dr. John R. Smith at his home in Springfield, Wednesday of apoplexy, aged 82 years. Many years ago, he resided in this city and Washburn and at the latter place, he and Miss Keet were married and four children were born of this marriage, who are Co. E. V. Smith, commanding the 53rd U. S. Infantry now stationed at Memphis, Tenn., Mrs. Grace Cooper of Springfield, Mrs. Chas. Paddock, New York City and Mrs. Edward J. Stelchn. For many years Dr. Smith lived at Stella, McDonald County and his hosts of friends will regret his death. He was a native of Kentucky and a member of the Christian Church. Many years ago he also lived at Seven Star Springs this county. Aeroplane Passes Over Sam Blythe a member of the grand jury of Mountain township near Cato, heard an aeroplane passing over his farm Sunday afternoon. He said he could hear the whirling of the machine. N. L. Hailey of this city, was down at his son, Sterling's home on Rock House Creek, and they heard it, a distance of about 4 miles southeast of Mr. Blythe's home. Mrs. Wm. Channell living on Rock Creek, 8 or 9 miles from Hailey residence, saw the machine and her sons heard it. Three men on Roaring River heard it. It was evidently an aeroplane going from Belleville, Ill., on its way to San Antonio, Texas. Miss Robbins Attacked Miss Julia Robbins of Monett, was criminally assaulted by a man on her way home at Monett, Wednesday evening about 6:30. Miss Robbins resides on Marshall hill and was attacked near her home. She fought with all her might and was resisting the man's brutish efforts when he was scared away by the approach of some boys. Blood hounds failed to located him. Miss Robbins is a sister of Bert Robbins, former highway engineer and now county surveyor. Mrs. Ed Taylor Dead A home has been broken by the passing of an affectionate wife and mother, whose live was anchored around her loved ones, but the summons of the death angel was made and obedience was acquainted in and she has gone to her reward. Mrs. Edward Taylor passed away at her home, Sunday, at Lohmarsburg, after a continued sickness of consumption, leaving her husband and six children to mourn her passing. She had made a confession of her faith and belief in the Christ, that died so that she might live. Funeral services were held Monday and he remains were interred in Mineralspring Cemetery. Drunk And Disorderly John Wilson was arrested at Purdy, Nov. 7, by Sheriff Houston on a charge of being drunk and disorderly and was lodged in jail that night. He claims to have registered at Carthage, but information from there, does not indicate his assertion is true. He says he went from St. Louis to Cartage. He had been riding over Purdy on a horse, bareback. He had a pint of oh-be joyful on his person when arrested. Reese-Phillips Gerald Reese of Tar River, Okla., a Barry County boy, reared near Washburn, and Miss Etha Phillips of Johnson, Ark., were recently married at Fayetteville, Ark. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Grat Reese of Washburn Prairie, well known and highly respected citizen of this county. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vol Phillips former residents of Washburn, who are well and favorable known in that section. We hope for all the good things of life for this happy couple. A Wife Dead Rev. S. M. Skaggs of Idaho, who was holding a series of meeting at the Baptist Church at Exeter, received a message Tuesday evening that his wife was very sick. He left on the evening train for home. After his departure for home, another came, stating that his wife had died. Rev. Skaggs formerly resided near Cato and Exeter this county before going tot he northwest. Butterfield Wid Keeling vowed by the length of the long toe string and the width of the old tin pan that he would break up bachelor's ball good and plenty. Accordingly he brought a Miss Fry to town last Saturday and promised to be her's truly all the days of his life. Home they went but they are expected to be out again in the near future if nothing happens. M. E. Gentry and daughter, Maud have been suffering with sore throat but are better now. Eagle Rock Evert Tucker is able to be out again after a spell of typhoid fever. Aunt Columbia Haddock is on the sick list. Noel Curry, Fred James, Miss Mabel Skelton, Retta Whittington and Lillian Skelton motored to Roach Sunday to attend church. Washburn And Greasy Creek Mixups by Irvin Whittaker November the 11th Mrs. Jim Hickman was 55 years old. 22 of her friends and relatives called to remind her of the fact, and to extend their wishes for her future welfare. As they brought their own grub, they were sure of a good dinner, without troubling the hostess. After the feast Uncle Jim entertained the party with violin selections. To hear Jim Hickman fiddle is a treat for itself. Bob Surrett from Oklahoma, came Sunday for a short visit with his brother Harve on Greasy Creek. A. McCormak has bought the Tucker farm on Thomas Hollow. John Box has sold a small place to Mr. Emmerson, the telegraph operator at Wayne. Local And Personal Monroe Logan of Washburn Prairie was in town Tuesday and called at this office. He has been a subscriber to the Democrat for forty-five years and has lived in Barry County for nearly 70 years. We wish him continued good health. Mrs. Wm. Chandler of Guthrie, Okla., was operated on Nov. 5 for appendicitis and recovered from the operation alright. Her mother Mrs. Mary Ivy is with her. John L. Morton has moved to the Galloway mill property, 1 mile out on the Springfield road. His son John will also move here. Ami, his other son, has already move here. Pat Haneke of Seligman, who has been in the Navy, has been transferred to the school for wireless operators. Mrs. Amos Horner and daughter Mrs. Elias Horine and son Russell Horner returned Monday night from a visit with her son Loren Horner who is in the U.S. Army at Camp Doniphan Training Camp. They say that Loren is getting along nicely. John W. Plummer and family of Webb City, spent several days here this week, visiting his sister Mrs. J. W. Hisey and family and many old acquaintances. Ben Edmondson has been visiting his brother James near Seneca, this week. Dave Miller came in from near Amarillo, Texas, Saturday, accompanying the shipment of his household goods. Glad to see you back, Dave and thought all the time that you ere doing well enough here. Bryan Young of Seligman, who joined the navy sometime ago has been released on account of bad feet. Before being released he had the pleasure of some ocean cruises and visited France. Marriage License Otis Fisher and Etta Reams, Cassville. Rev. S.F. Laney, Exeter, and Cordelia Laney, Paris, Carterville.	November 17, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Biography Grand Jury The following is short-biographies of the members of the Grand Jury that was in session this week: Calvin H. Hadley foremen of this grand jury, was born in Flat Creek township, now Exeter township, Jan. 25, 1876, and was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Everhart Hadley, and has lived in Barry County all his life. He was married Sept. 23, 1906, to Miss Ida Hudson, and two children have been born of this marriage, with one living. He is a merchant, member of the Baptist Church, the I. O. O. F. M. W. A. and Yeoman and a democrat. Walter T. Northcutt of Exeter township, was born Dec. 1, 1869, near Washburn, and has been a resident of Barry County since. Several years ago he engaged in the grocery business in Cassville, and afterwards went to Seligman, where he again embarked in the mercantile business and is a few years sold out, and went to Exeter and engaged in some business and then sold out, bought a farm and is now a "horny fisted" farmer and raising stock. On Dec. 18, 1911, he and Miss Maud McMahan of Exeter, were married and one child was born of this marriage. He is a Mason and democrat and a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Northcutt. Samuel W. Blythe of near Cato, Mountain township, was born Nov. 29, 1856, in Tennessee, and came to Barry county with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Blythe when 1 1/2 years of age and has resided in this county since that time. He married in 1885 to Miss Sylvania Brock of Shell Knob township, and ten children, six boys and four daughters have been born and all are living. He now owns the farm where his father settled in the county. He has one son in the U.S. Army who is at Camp Funston in training. He is a farmer and a democrat. John M. Fawver of Seligman, in Sugar Creek township, was born Sept. 5, 1863, in Hancock county, Ill., and was a son of late Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Fawver, who came to Barry County in 1866 and located near Seligman, where they lived and died. John M., was three years old when his parents moved to this county and he has resided here every since. For many years he was in the flouring mill business near that place, but is now engaged in farming and stock raising, and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He was married in 1884, to Miss Mahala Roller, and four sons ere born of this marriage, with three living. In politics he is a republican. Wm. Pallett now of Exeter township, formerly of Washburn township, is a native of this county, having been born near Washburn on Nov. 30, 1871, and has resided in this county all his born days. He was married in 1896 to Miss Nannie McCary and five children were born of this marriage. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pallett old time citizens of this county. He is a member of the W. O. W., a farmer and stock raiser. Wm. A. Boucher of Purdy, was born July 21, 1853, in the Pasley neighborhood south of Cassville, was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John G. Boucher. He married Miss Mary Wormington of Lawrence county in 1880, and eight children were born of this marriage and all are living. For many years he lived on his farm in Exeter township and later moved to Purdy, where he engaged in the real estate, insurance and notary public work. He is a member of the Baptist Church a Mason and a democrat. Ben F. Gibson of Wheaton, was born Oct 1, 1869 in Izard county, Ark., and came to Barry county, in 1881, and has continued his residence in this county. When a small boy, his father was killed in the mines at Granby. Was married in 1890, to Miss Martha Lampkins and two children were born of this union. He is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Arch Gibson. He is engaged in the lumber business at his home town and is a democrat. Samuel C. Harris of McDonald township, was born Oct 29, 1847, in Lee County, Va., and came to Barry county in 1900. He and Miss Emily Thompson were married in Boyle County, Tenn., and six children were born of this marriage with five living. He is a farmer and a republican. N. C. Eubanks of near Jenkins, was born Oct 28, 1966, in Madison county, Ark., and came to Barry county with his parents the Rev. and Mrs. J. J. Eubanks. Was married in 1885, to Miss Lucy Fare, and 11 children were born and 8 are living. He is a farmer, member of the Christian Church, M. W. A. and a republican. M. H. Roberts of Golden, White River township was born May 29, 1854, in that township and that has been his home since. He was married Dec. 15, 1877, to Miss Pauline Parker and six children were born of this marriage and five are living, four daughters and one son. He is a merchant, Mason, member of the Christian Church and a republican. He is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Roberts. J. J. Davis of Monett, clerk of grand jury, was born Sept. 4, 1861, in Prairie City, Ill, and was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Davis. The parents moved to Kansas and located in Johnson county and from there to Cowley county in 1871 and thence to New Mexico, where he had a position with the Santa Fe Railroad as a Civil Engineer and worked in Old and New Mexico. From 1884-7, he and S. A. Chappell were engaged in railroad contracting and construction work. In 1887, He located in Monett, where he has since resided. In the spring of 1888, he and Mr. Chapell engaged in hardware business and continued until February, 1917. He was married in 1884, to Miss Clara Lemboeker of Winfield, Kans., and one daughter was born of this marriage. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church, Mason, Knight Templar, Elks, Knights of Pythias and a republican. Judge Chas. D. Velton of Capps Creek township, was born Feb. 19, 1872 in Seneca, Ohio, and came to Barry county, in 1882, with his parents, where he grew to manhood. In 1899, he and Miss Josafa Schallert were married and nine children were born and all are living. He has served the people of Barry county, as judge of the county court and made a very acceptable official. He was elected on the democratic ticket. He is a member of the Catholic Church, farmer and a democrat. Circuit Court Proceedings Many Cases Disposed of by Judge Henson in Few Days; Will Continue next Week Circuit court convened Monday morning and since that time Judge Charles L. Henson has been working to complete the work for the term in the shortest time possible. The following grand jury was composed of the following: J. J. Davis, Monett; Mat Roberts, Golden; Chas Velton, Capps Creek; Jacob Storck, Purdy; B. F. Gipson, Wheaton; Sam Harris, McDonald; N. C. Eubanks, Jenkins: Lee Black, Washburn; C. H. Hadley, Cassville; Walter Northcutt, Exeter; Sam Blythe, Mountain; John Fawver, Seligman. Jacob Storck of Purdy and Lee Black of Washburn were excused from the jury. The petit jury was composed of: Ash township, Houston Banks; Butterfield, John McNally; Capps Creek, John Casper; Crane Creek, B. H. Gardner; Corsican, John Coatney; Exeter, W. P. Browning; Flat Creek, Alonzo Frost; Jenkins, R. A. Alsbrook; Kings Prairie, C. C. Carter; Liberty, W. A. Hooten; Monett, Fran Mermound; McDonald, L. W. Patton; Mineral, John Johnson; Mountain, Thomas Carney; Ozark, G. Short; Pleasant Ridge, F. M. Ellis; Purdy, John D. Bucholz; Pioneer, W. F. Stewart; Roaring River, John D. Sherman; Shell Knob, John Mills; Sugar Creek, T. L. Trimble; Washburn, W. W. Hutchens; White River, J. C. Tucker; Wheaton, G. E. Gillman. The following are the proceedings: State vs. Joe Harber, Lee Cherry, Geo. Holman, Lee Green, Floyd German, A. V. Neeley, Jane Forgey, paroles; continues. City of Monett vs. J. H. McGurie, back taxes; dismissed. In the matter of O. P. Gurley, dec'd, A. M. Gurley, trustee, application for order to pay beneficiaries, additional allowance; stricken from docket. M. J. Hale vs. George A. Thomas, appeal from J. P.; stricken from docket. Chas. W. Crooks et al. vs. Martha E. Looney et al., mandate; sale of land ordered by James Talbert, Special Judge. Sarah A. Scott vs. John D. Tate, equity; continued. Artelia Pruitt vs. N.E. Pruitt, divorce; dismissed. Elmer Ash vs. Emma Ash, divorce, granted. H. M. Pasley vs. Dona Pasley, divorce; granted. Lucy A. Maffit vs. Victor L. Maffit, divorce; granted. Mary E. Boroman vs. John D. Boroman, divorce; dismissed. S.E. Arnold vs. Louvina Arnold, motion to modify decree for alimony; dismissed. In the petition of Lillie Ellis, vs. Edgar Ellis, habeas corpus; mother granted custody of child. McGuire & Stanton Construction & Co., vs. Letha Jeffries, to quiet title; continued. James E. Adams vs. E. H. Trolinger and M. G. Hankins, injuction, granted. L. A. Reyburn vs. Whitsel J. Means et al., to quiet title, judgment for plaintiff. Mary Parmley vs. Oscar Parmley, divorce; continued. Leon E. Porterfield vs. Mabel L. Porterfield, divorce; granted. Mary C. Sloan vs. Wm. F. Sloan, divorce; granted. M. J. Derrig vs. Ellsworth Kianer Construction Co., bill of exceptions to be filed by third day of this term of court; continued. Monett State Bank vs. Barry County, on warrant; trial by court Judgment for plaintiff for $569.23. Allie Carney vs. Jack Carney, divorce, decree for plaintiff with care and control of children. Jennie Brendlinger vs. Otis L. Brendlinger, divorce; continued. Beulah Farley vs. O. G. Farley, suit on judgment; trial by court and judgment for $345 and $20. alimony. John A. Thachs et al., vs. Monroe Lawson et al, partition; land ordered sold. Grinnell Mfg. Co., vs. Don J. Elwell, suit on judgment; judgment for $214.90. Sarah A. Packwood vs. N.B. Packwood, divorce; trial by court, judgment and decree of divorce for defendant, plaintiff to pay costs. O. L. Doyle vs. James J. Doyle divorce; decree granted care and custody of child granted mother with $15. per month. Victoria Buchanan vs. Walter S. Buchanan, divorce; decree granted, care and custody of children with $30. per month. Ester F. Haynes vs. Clyde E. Haynes, divorce; decree for plaintiff with care and custody of children. J. E. Foust vs. G. C. Foust divorce decree granted. Andrew Nissen vs. Myrtle M. Nissen divorce; decree granted. Walter P. Calvin vs. Margarett L. Calvin; decree granted. James t. Cargile vs. Mary E. Cargile, divorce; continued. Floyd German vs. Inez German, divorce; continued and alimony of $10. a month pending suit and $25. attorney fee allowed. In the matter of naturalization of John Sengpiehl; dismissed. In the matter of naturalization of Ernest Boss; dismissed. State vs. Lee Sturgil, grand larceny, jury trial and acquitted. State vs. W. C. Ivey, felonious assault; continued by court. State vs. Olon Brattin, burglary and larceny; continued by agreement. State vs. Henry Muse, grand larceny; continued by agreement. State vs. Frank Allen exhibiting fire arms; continued by agreement. State vs. W. J. Smith, assault with intent to rape; continued. State vs. Frank Darity, assault and battery; continued by agreement. State vs. Murrell Cook; continued by agreement. State vs. Rus May and Steve Mullens grand larceny; continued by defendants. State vs. Ozro Arnold, murder, continued. State vs. O. Roller seduction; continued by agreement. The Mo., Land Co., Lmtd vs. Mo. North Ark., R. R. Co., et al., injunction by agreement. The Fidelity and Casualty Co., of New York vs. A. H. Perry and T. D. Steele, on bond; continued by agreement. J. T. McMinn vs. Blake Allen, damages; appeal from J. P. continued by agreement. Emmerson Brantingham Implement Co. vs. W. and Noah England, mandate; reversed and remanded, continued by defendant. Barry County Bank vs. Tom Moorman et al., attachment; continued. C. H. McDonald vs. Geo. R. Armstrong, attachment, continued. H. K. Mulfred vs. E. M. Winter, on note; continued. Lawrence County Bank vs. Joseph Edwards, chattel mortgage, change of venue from Stone County; continued. Jennie Brendlinger vs. Otis L. Brendlinger replevin; continued. George F. Bowen vs. S. Zaccanti, appeal from J. P.; continued. Marie Wallace vs. Mike Craseyman, replevin; appeal from J. P.; continued. First National Bank of Neosho and Jas. Talbert vs. S. M. Mitchell et al., on note; continued. Mike Flaherty vs. J. A. Livesay, breach of contract; continued. Geo. R. Armstrong vs. City of Monett, damages; verdict for defend. Columbus Darity vs. Van Buren Wiggins, damages; dismissed. Dillard Blankenship by Wm. Blankenship next friend vs. John McCormack, appeal from J. P.; continued. W. P. Jones vs. receiver for Mo. & North Ark., R.R., damages; dismissed. W. E. Leonard by S. L. Leonard vs. Emil Sass et al., suit on note and attachment, continued. John M. McGrath vs. A. T. Braymer, on contract and note; continued. P. W. Scott vs. Frisco Railway Co., damages; change of venue Barton County. Wm. Blankenship vs. Frisco Railway Co., damages; same. Sizer & Gardner vs. Frisco Railway Co., dames; same. O. C. Medlin vs. Frisco Railway Co., damages; same. E. J. Abbot vs. L. W. Abbott, divorce, continued. City of Monett vs. J. F. Campbell, Fred Gray, appeal from J. P.; continued. State ex rel W. H. Such, coll. of Monett vs. Myrtle Johnson et al back tax; dismissed. State ex rel W. H. Such, coll. of Monett vs. George A. Jenks; back tax dismissed
November 24, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Note: Left side of sheet black - nothing to transcribe ___it Court Adjourns __y Case Goes to Webster __tty on change of Venue Asked by Plaintiff ___it court adjourned Thursday when a change of venue was ___oy Jasper McCary in his suit __t the brothers and sisters of ___ John McCary __er proceedings were: ___ Sullivan et al., vs. James E __an et al, partition. Land ___d sold subject to dowry, __fs report of sale made. __ W. Hubbell vs. L. F. Jones, ___ estate of Mariah Carney ____ equity dismissed by plain__ C. Hatler vs. S. M. Mitchell et __ appointment of receiver and __osure of lien, continued. ___Henderson vs. T. J. Miller et ___ determine title; continued ___ J. Miller and Oscar B. Blam, ___ Henderson, equity; continu___. ___ C. Forgey vs. F. R. Larimore et ___ _o foreclose mortgage, judgment ___ plaintiff for $153.39. __Jasper McCary vs. Cam McCary __, equity; change of venue to Webster County. Zetta Stringer vs. Jack Stringer, divorce; decree for plaintiff and maiden name restored. Ester F. Haynes vs. Clyde E. Haynes, divorce, decree for plaintiff with care and custody of children. J. E. Foust vs. G. C. Foust divorce decree for defendant. State vs. H. H. Temple and John P. Nagel, cutting fence; continued. State vs. Cora Davis, forgery; dismissed. State vs. Willie and Jimmie Newman, burning house and contents; to juvenile division. State vs. George Webb, an attempt to rape; continued and defendant's bond fixed at $800. State vs. L. W. Coker felonious assault; jury trial and given 4 months in jail and fined $100. Emmerson-Brantingham Imp. Co. vs. W. and N. England, mandate reversed and remanded; judgment for plaintiff for $1,519.25. Geo. F. Bowen vs. S. Zaccanta, appeal from J. P; judgment for defendant. First National of Neosho vs. S. M. Mitchell, et al, on note; dismissed by plaintiff. W. A. Boucher vs. Greer & Trimbell appeal from J. P.; verdict for defendants. First National Bank of Cassville vs. J. R. Wallen, appeal from J. P.; verdict for plaintiff against Arthur Erwin for $140.50. Wallen is released. Ambrosia Bisagno vs. D. S. Mayhew on note; continued to Dec. 20. Art Welsh vs. the The Stone Material Co., a corporation, on note; judgment for plaintiff for $200. C. M. Weaver vs. Frisco Railway, Co., damages; change of venue to Jasper County. O. C. Medlin vs. St. L. & S. F. R. R., damages; same. Sells Farm George Brown sold his farm 4 miles out on the Springfield or Old Wire Road this week, to a Mr. Baker of Galloway, Greene County. Mr. Baker bought the 160 acres which is nearly all west of Flat Creek, including the residence. Consideration for this tract was $7,500. He also sold 115 acres east of the creek to Wm. Mills for $1,400. George has done well on the farm this season, cleaning up about #,000on farm products and hogs. As a citizen, Mr. Baker the new owner is highly spoken of. Fred Williamson made the deal. G. W. Wilks Murdered Father of Mrs. Ragan of Exeter, and Uncle of W. A. Wilks of this City George W. Wilks, residing 1 1/2 miles northwest of Verona, was shot through a window at his home, Wednesday evening about 7:30, while preparing for bed. He died in about an hour. His assassin is unknown. A distant relative was placed under arrest Thursday but it is said that he proved an alibi by showing that he was in Aurora on the night of the assassination. News of Mr. Wilks untimely death was received here by W. A. Wilks who was telephoned by his father. The decedent was the father of Mrs. J. G. Ragan of Exeter. He leaves a wife and several children. Local And Personal W. L. Marbut has sold his cafe at Fayetteville, Ark., and bought a small farm of 22 acres out near Lincoln near Fayetteville. They seem to be as happy as larks in their new home. Mrs. Susan Webber of Summer, Ill., is visiting her son C. W. Webber and family of this city. Cal. Carney's little son of of near Flat Creek p. o., recovering from typhoid fever. Mrs. Jonas Wilson of near Flat Creek p. o. is recovering from an attack of fever. J. J. Edens went to Seligman, Monday to see his son Charles who is very low. Mrs. A. G. Walker of Springfield, visited her brother Guy Isbell and wife in this city Wednesday and Thursday. Mrs. Syl Roller of near Seligman, is reported very low from a stroke of paralysis. Syl is a brother of D. D. Roller of this city. Mrs. Zuma Bloomer who has been teaching in the Cassville school for many years, has resigned to accept a position with the State Board of Agriculture at Columbia. Her many friends wish her success, happiness and good health in her new home, where she will reside in the future. Mrs. Sarah Packwood has purchased the Thos. Hadley place from R. E. Elliott 1 mile west of Exeter, and will move to it. Misses Kathryn Montgomery went to Monett last Thursday morning to visit her sister Mrs. Will Meader and family. Miss Dixie Hobbs' went to Kansas City, Monday night to spend some time with her aunt, Mrs. C. C. Martin and family. W. H. Brown of near this city, received a message Sunday, informing him of the death of his half brother Thos. A. Brown at Miami, Okla., that day of miners consumption. He was raised near Purdy and made his home with the late Jas. Riddle. He is survived by his wife and a 15 year old son. Mrs. J. H. Dougherty of Tulsa, Okla., spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kersey at Exeter. Willie Ledgerwood and Miss Grace Brock of Shell Knob, hiked over in Berryville, Ark., Wednesday of last week and were married. They are both of old and highly respected families of that section and we wish for them a successful married life.	November 24, 1917, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO Washburn Prairie Dr. and Mrs. John Sparkman of Springdale, Ark., visited his father Judge Sparkman and relatives Saturday night. Sunday was a day to be long remembered by Mrs. R. T. Raines. A number of relatives and friends assembled at their home and set a bountiful dinner in honor of her 65th birthday; also to remind her that she had been married 45 years. Owing to the rain many did not attend that had prepared to come. Married, Sunday at the home of Wm. Varner, Wm. Journey of Tar River, Okla., to Miss Mattie Varner. We wish them a long and happy life. Bricefield John Dombroski and daughters, Bessie and Mary, left for Kansas City last Saturday to visit relatives and friends. The building of the big new mining mill on Judge Velton's land is progressing rapidly. The concrete foundation is completed and machinery and lumber are being hauled from Granby by George Golubski & co. The mine has been named "Polish Queen" Jack Paynter the manager, knows the mining business thoroughly and there is no doubt but that the Polish Queen will be a success. Corinth Miss Isa Brandt and her nephew Harry Cox came in Friday from Colorado. Rev. Chas. Vanzandt will begin a protracted meeting at this place Monday night. Everybody are invited to attend. Vergie Heffley is very sick with fever. Pioneer Grandma West was buried in the Mt. Olive Cemetery, Monday, age 89 years. Mrs. Rosa Prigmore is suffering with typhoid fever. A Dr. from Granby is attending her. Howard Harper is spending a few days with his Uncle Leir Harper. Work in the mines on the Cohelia land is in progress taking out rich ore. A large mining plant will be erected in the spring. Ridgley S. T. Mullins and wife of Atlas Powder Plant and Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Johnson spent the weekend with Fay Mullins and family. Mrs. Cynthia Metcalf and daughter Frances spent Tuesday in Wheaton. Joe Crane has been ill of scarletina. A little daughter of Charles Horner's is ill of yellow jaundice. S. L. Crampton and family of Joplin and W.W. Crampton of Tonkawa, Okla., spent a few hours here with their sister Mrs. Butler Mullins. W.W. Crampton was enroute to Galveston. Elizabeth Wetherrell, a nurse of Joplin, was here Tuesday. Washburn & Greasy Creek Mixups Dick Morgan has bought what is known as the Jim Brown farm on White Fork of Trent Creek. Dick says it is cheaper to buy a farm in the Greasy Creek country than to move. Mr. Morgan has made the money to pay for his home by three years farming the same. You can do well in the Greasy Creek country if you will push, and not whirl. E. L. Alkin of Crane was here Saturday looking at the Rush Cannery, with a view of taking over the plant, and operating it the next season. He said that he would be able to pay $12. a ton for tomatoes and the prevailing prices. Rice Eggleston, the fat boy from Greasy Creek, and Marvin Fletcher were in the Gem City Saturday. E. P. Dalton and son Emmons transacted business here Friday. Jim Clark and family have gone to Carterville, where the son's have work in the mines. Mr. Clark has very poor health. Denny Hickey is home and helping his brother Snow gather corn on Trent Creek. Mrs. M. Varner and her small daughter at Monett, for treatment for throat troubles, last week. Dr. Northcutt has charge of the patient. About 50 friends and relatives of L. B. Northcutt from Seligman, Sugar Creek and the surrounding neighborhood brought their feed, called on the Doctor Sunday the 185h and a big feed was had, the M. D. was 49 years old and his friends, remembered his birthday and paid him a visit. A pleasant social time was had. Billy Johnson wife and daughter came to H. Harris' Monday. They have been to Michigan, he says too cold there for him. Eagle Rock Aunt Columbia Haddock is slowly improving. Charles Curry is improving the looks of his home by building a new smoke house. We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Sim Hilton near Roach, last Saturday evening. She was the Grandmother of Little Charlie Hilton of this place. She leaves a husband and six children and ___ orphan grandchildren to mourn her loss. Lester Murry and family have returned from Idaho where they have been making their home the past two years. Mrs. Murry is a daughter of Sam Skelton. Mrs. Vosburg and daughter Miss Bernice were pleasant callers at the home of J. Thompson's Monday evening. J. T. Thompson is better at this time. Mrs. Barnes Dead As the flowers wither and fade and the leaves fall from the trees, so does life fade and carry with it, its beauties to a spirit land of delight for well spent lives, that leave a record for loved ones to imitate while sojourning on earth with a promise of a return state of happiness in the happy beyond, where a mother will await their arrival with a loving greeting. Mrs. Zippa (Baker) Barnes beloved wife of T. J. Barnes of near Seligman, passed to a happy reward in the land of eternal felicity, at their home near Seligman, Monday morning at 12:05, surrounded by a loving husband and children who parted with their loved one after a sickness of several years, aged about 70 years. Her aged husband will be lonesome at the separation, but he is consoled with the knowledge of her future existence, and can meet her on the other shore. She was the mother of ten children who are: Mrs. W. A. Fairchild, Mrs. Jacob Roller, Mrs. Oscar Webb of near Washburn, Mrs. Dave Miller of Cassville, Mrs. Frankie Ferguson of Eureka, Kan., Mrs. Della Herd of Los Angeles, Cal., Henry and Pinkney Barnes of near Seligman, Lewis Barnes of Chicago, Ill., and Jeff Barnes of Lamar, Col. All were at her bedside excepting three that were so far away. Funeral service were conducted at the Barnes home Tuesday, by Rev. Crouch of Pleasant Ridge township, pastor of the Rock Springs Baptist Church, where she held her membership. The remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery on the Barnes farm to await a sweet resurrection. She was born in Benton County, Ark., and after arriving at the age of womanhood, she and Mr. Barnes married.

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