Barry Co., MO, Weekly Newspapers, Cassville Democrat, 1908

 

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April 6, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

On last Saturday, 23 inst, Mrs. Ura Jane Roller, of near Rogers, Ark., died after years of suffering from cancer. Her maiden name was Morgan and she was born in Clay County, MO, Jan 1, 1852, hence she was 55 years, 2 months, and 23 days old. She had many relatives and friends in this county, among them the Fawvers, Morgans et al. She was brought to a cemetery a few miles south of Seligman, where the writer officiated at her funeral at 2 p.m. on the Sabbath. The services were held under a large cedar tree and was listened to very attentively by the relatives and scores of friends. Owing to the fact that a daughter and her family who live at Coffeyville, Kan., had not arrived, Mr. Roller, the bereaved husband decided to stay in the cemetery with the corpse on Sunday night with the fond hope that the daughter might arrive on Monday morning's train. The writer presuming that the interment took place on Monday morning. The case was one that was calculated to excite pity even in the hard hearts. Mrs. Roller was a devoted Christian and had longed for death to relive her from the great suffering she had endured for many months before the final hour came. Exeter, MO, Mar 26, 1907, P. St. Clair.

Ye scribe is sorry to chronicle the death of Frank Williams of Clay Hill, Tuesday. He was the son of J. H. Williams, an old citizen of that community. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family.

Born to Dan Amos and wife 1 1/2 miles east of town, a boy.

The infant child of Joe Pitman of Prosperity died Mar 29th. Mr. Pitman formerly resided at Purdy and Cassville.

Mrs. Elsie Hancock is expecting her mother to come and spend several weeks with her. She lives out on the frontier of Texas, but is formerly an inhabitant of Berryville, AR.

April 13, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Mrs. Arthur Frost received a telegram Monday evening, stating that her husband was very sick and to come at once. Her brother-in-law, C. D. Manley drove and took her to Monett, that night, so that she could catch the 11 o'clock train and get home to Mill Creek, I. T., the next morning. By waiting here for a train, she would have been delayed twenty-four hours.

The case of McNabb vs. Houston, on charge of venue from McDonald township, was tried before Squire Plattenburg, and the jury gave McNabb a verdict of $20., Friday.

Thomas Saunders, age 19 years, died Friday, April 12, 1907, at the home of his cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Henbest, about 2 miles east of town of pneumonia. His brother John arrived a short time before he died from Weeleetka, I. T. and James another brother arrived in time for the funeral. Thomas came from Weketka [two different spellings] I. T. to attend school in this city and took sick on the 6th, and died the 12th. Everything that relatives could do to restore him to health was done, but without avail Tom's spirit returned to Him who gave it. The remains were laid to rest in the Horner Cemetery, Saturday. He was a son of the late Monroe Saunders a former well [known] citizen of Golden, and a nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ledgerwood of near Shell Knob. The relatives request us to return their heartfelt thanks to their neighbors and friends for their very kind assistance during his sickness. 

Scholten News: Mr. and Mrs. James Jeffries has gone to Kansas, to visit their daughter, Mrs. Albert Johnson.

Military History of Barry County - click for separate page. [Research Note: See below for more that was given about this on May 4, 1907.]

Historical Facts: This was one is long - Click for Separate Page.

Washburn Prairie News: Roy Cornell was on the prairie Sunday.

Purdy News: Jas. Sapp of near Exeter, will teach at Clark.

Mrs. M. E. Benton was called to Waxahachie, Texas, April 5, by the sudden illness of her daughter, Miss Mamie, who has pneumonia. Miss Mamie is attending school there. Neosho Democrat.

Secured Schools: So far we have learned that the following teachers have secured schools as follows: Wm. Joseph, Mt. Sinai; Wm. Porter, Jenkins; Chas. Keith, Forest Grove; John Swindle, Seligman; Craig Keith, Victor; Miss Dora Hawk, Cedar Bluff; Jas. Waddell, Horner; Amos Baker, Vanzandt; Miss Robberson, Mineralspring; Miss Kate Kelly, Mano; J. L. Hankins, Long; W. D. Cowherd, Butterfield; Jas. Rhea, Pleasant Valley; Clarence Hankins, Arnhart; Ora McNally, Ozark; John Thompson, Sparks; Audie Selvedge, House; F. A. Freeze, Doss; Will Latham, Golden; J. E. Curry, Viola; Miss Florence Eden, Gaddis; Henry McNally, Kings Prairie; Frank Reynolds, Oak Ridge; Miss Minnie Robberson, Marbut; Emory Smith, McDowell; Jas. Sapp, Clark; Miss Jane Jordan, Union Valley; Miss Flora Hankins, Green Ridge; Jas. Black, Clay Hill. 

Where They Will Teach:

Mrs. Henry McNally, Wheeler, Lawrence County.

Clyde Northcutt, Independence.

Miss Flora Hankins, Green Ridge.

Miss Mae Clark, Shady Grove.

Porter Suttle, Durham.

Jas. Black, Clay Hill.

Ben Ray, Hailey.

Pinkey Henderson, Hazel Dell.

Ola Reed, Oklahoma.

Miss Bessie Bouchert, Hudson.

Charles Keeling, Birks.

Miss Ina Boucher, Johnson.

Bert Medlin, Lee.

Miss Nora Robberson, Liberty Hill.

Mrs. Gusta Baker and Miss Audie Longly, Pasley.

Marriage Licenses:

Mark C. Vaught and Magdalene Carrus, Purdy

L. C. Morgan, Seligman, Mo, and Maud Rakes, Bentonville, Ark.

April 20, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

 

 

April 27, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Monett Stars: Dr. Ellis Jones and wife, are the parents of a fine son.

Ash No. 2: Born to Valda Colburn and wife, on the 18th, a son. Mother and babe doing well but Valda is still in the cellar.

Ash No. 2: Died at his home, Thursday night, Mr. Westfall. He has been sick for some time. He leaves a wife, three daughters and two sons to mourn his death.

Viola News: Edward Smallwood will teach Carr Lane School J. E. Curry will teach Viola and Wm. Latham will teach Golden.

Rocky Comfort Telegrams: Born to A. M. Duncan and wife, April 13th a daughter.

Washburn Prairie News: Mr. Westfall of near Washburn, was laid to rest in the Washburn Prairie Cemetery, Saturday. The bereaved family have our sympathy.

Monett Stars: the barber shops commenced on the 13th, to charge 15 cents for a shave.

Rock Springs News: Mrs. Stephen Burnett died April 13, at her residence in Washburn Township, 3 miles northwest of Seligman. She as the wife of Uncle Stephen Burnett, and a daughter of the late Andrew Roller of Sugar Creek Township, and was 60 years old. She leaves a husband and a number of children and relatives to mourn her death. She was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and Rev. E. W. Love of this city, conducted the funeral services at New Salem Cemetery, Wednesday at 3:30 p. m. She was sick with rheumatism 12 years, and took the lagrippe, and lingered a few weeks. There was a large crowd at the funeral to pay the last tribute of respect to the memory of a worthy citizen.     

May 4, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Transfers:  [Some of the ones listed]

Susan C., and Columbus Darity et al., to Edward Easley, their undivided interest in sw 1 4 of nw 1 4 of 14-21-26 - 36 90 100 acres; con. $80. [1 4 probably means 1/4]

E. G. Easley to Edward and Floyd Easley, my undivided interest in sw1 4 of fractional nw 1 4 in 14-21-26: Con. $20.

Columbus L. Easley to Edward Easley, and at his death to Edward Easley Jr., and Floyd Easley, an undivided in sw 1 r triqr., of nw 1 4 in 14-21-26; con. $20.

Nathan M. Whittington to F. S. Whittington, lands in 29-24-27, con. $1.00.

Mrs. Pauline Gaskins died in this city, on Monday morning at 3 a.m., April 29th, of cancer of the stomach, age 69 years. She had been a member of a Methodist Church for many years. She leaves three daughters, Mrs. Chas. Talbert, Mrs. Chas. Hutchens and Mrs. Ben Johnson, and two sons, John and Seth Gaskins, all of this city. She had practiced charity, attended the sick and administered the need and was ever willing to do so. She was a good mother and loved her children, as all should. Her relatives and friends were her every attention that could be rendered by mortal hand, but without avail, and she was gone to her reward. Rev. J. W. Ennis, conducted the funeral services at the family residence Monday afternoon, after which the remains were laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery.

An Unfortunate Affair: Gabe Potts who resides in Ash township and wife were sitting on the porch of their residence on Friday, April 26th, 1907, when Gabe got up and drew his pistol, and Mrs. Potts started to run, when her husband shot her in the back, the ball passing through her body, coming out on right breast. She continued running and went to the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Alice Potts, who resides one quarter of a mile away. It is reported that Gabe followed her a short distance, and then returned to his home and went near a hog pen, where he shot himself in the breast, the ball ranging around side of body, without inflecting a dangerous wound. Mrs. Pott's wound is a dangerous one, but it was thought now, with proper attention she will recover. 

Various causes are given for the shooting. One is that Potts is crazy, and it has been the talk of neighbors for some time, that he is losing his mind. It is reported that he recently made a will, conveying his property. It is also reported they, Mr. and Mrs. Potts, had made deeds, transferring their property to parties to whom they had sold. Two deeds had been sent to Recorder Bailey to be recorded, and then both of them wrote letters to the Recorder, to return the deeds, without recording, which he did.

In September 1906, Potts first wife died and in a short time he commenced paying attention to Miss Maud Fisk, a young lady school teacher, who was teaching at the Potts school house. She resigned her school and they were married in about three months after his first wife died. It is also reported that they had not been getting along very well, and on the day of the shooting had quarreled. Potts is under arrest and is being guarded at home, and now expresses regret at shooting at his wife.

Gabe Potts is a son of the late Warren Potts, a well known citizen of that section during life.

After he shooting Potts hid or threw away the pistol and it had not been found at last account.

Potts is about 34 years old, and his wife is younger.

Later: Constable D. H. Whitner of Sugar creek township and Sam Bryson bough Potts to Cassville, Thursday, and turned him over to Sheriff O'Dwyer, Potts having almost recovered from his self-inflected wound. T. J. Potts, a brother of Gabe Potts, from Hillsboro, Texas accompanied them to this city and is looking after his brother's interest.

E. C. Frost, attorney, for Potts immediately instituted proceedings before Probate Jude Durnil? for an inquisition as to the sanity of Potts and Prosecuting Attorney Sater? came down from Monett yesterday (Friday) and at the time of going to press the matter was being argued by the attorney.

Mrs. Warren Potts, the aged mother of Gabe Potts, together with many other witnesses, came in Friday morning to testify in the inquisition as to Potts sanity.

The reports as to the condition of Mrs. Gabe Potts, who was shot are conflicting. Some say that she is improving and that her chances for recovery are good, while others say she is a critical condition and in all probability will die. The switch board for the telephone company is out for repairs at Seligman and it has been impossible for us to get in communication with the physician who is treating Mrs. Potts, and we do not know which of the above reports are true. 

T. J. Potts of Hillsboro, Texas, a brother of Gabe Potts, arrived at Seligman, Monday. He very much regrets the sad affair that happened on April 26 and thinks if he had known of his brother's condition he could have prevented the shooting. He will remain until after the court has determined whether Gabe Potts is insane.

[Research Note: Listed in the Cassville Republican Mar 1893, Gabe Potts was appointed constable of Ash Twp. Vice Henry Williams moved out of township. County Court Proceedings.]

[Alice Potts was Alice Tennessee Banks, daughter of Lot and Elizabeth Ann (Woodard) Banks. She was married to William F. Potts.]

List of Recorder of Deeds of Barry County from it organization to the present time, prepared by Fred Black, Deputy Recorder.

Thomas Moseley from July 24, 1837 to July 29, 1839.

Jas. M. Williams from July 29, 1839 to Sept 1, 1840.

Samuel M. Pharis from Sept 1, 1840 to Dec 6, 1848.

John O. Burton from Dec 6, 1848 to Feb 17, 1852.

Wm. Hubbert from Feb. 17, 1852 to Feb. 13, 1862.

John Ray from Sept 19, 1863 to Jan 1, 1865, the time from Feb 13, 1862 to Sept 19, 1863, was during the Civil War, when a part of the records were taken away and hidden in a cave, in the county, for their safety and returned later.

G. L. Carlin from Jan 1, 1865 to May 24, 1869.

Michael Horine from May 24, 1869 to Sept 1, 1886.

Chas. S. Bryan from Sept. 1, 1886 to Jan 1, 1895.

Wm. Talbert from Jan 1, 1895 to July 1895.

Wm. A. Wear from July ___, 1895, to Jan 1, 1903.

A. L. Galloway from Jan 1, 1893, to Jan 1, 1907.

W. T. Bailey from Jan 1, 1907 to ?

 

Washburn News: E. A. Burnett, Sam Wesley and two daughters, Lyda and Stella attended the funeral of Mrs. Steve Burnett last week.

 

Beaver News: Mrs. J. H. Skelton was called to the funeral of her grandfather Wilse Perkins near Seligman, MO, last Wednesday. He was well and hearty for supper, Tuesday night. Began to complain about midnight and was a corpse by 7:30 o'clock. He was in his 93 year. The casket in which he was buried was made from walnut grown on the farm. The lumber had been sawed for 25 years. The tree from which it came was trimmed by him when a small bush. Berryville, Arkansas Progress

 

More Military History: Mr. Editor: I think the military history should have been extended a little. In speaking of Asa Chillcutt and Thos. Dillworth being killed, not only them but Elias Price and Dr. Harris, also at the same time. Ye scribe was one of the boys who buried them all in one grave at the Packwood Cemetery. Again it was John Bowen an old man of 75, who was hanged instead of Brown. The home guards hanged two little boys of Mrs. Mary Tabor the same time, the youngest one, Tom, died from injuries sustained. He was a lad of eight.

 

Capt. Linzey [Linsey] and Wilcox were captured at Charley Price's west of Exeter, while rounding up a bunch of mule colts, by Capt. Stone, a bushwhacker, who took them over to the back of Wm. Hounshel's field and deeded them a small piece of land.  [Research Note: See Military History - given above.]

May 11, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Purdy News: Mrs. Rigney who resides with her son D. S. Davis, 3 miles, west of Purdy, is very sick with lagrippe.

Rocky Comfort News: Born to E. E. Bragg and wife April 28, a 10 lb daughter.

Leann News: Porter Suttles will teach school near Washburn.

Patrick Lavelle died April 30th, at the home of his son, Edward C. He was born in Mayo County, Ireland, Mary 17, 1826. In 1847, came to America and located at Pottsville, PA, where he married in 1848, where he remained until 1876, when he moved to Lawrence County, in 1901 he moved to Monett. He was the father of ten children, 6 of whom survive him.   He was a Christian gentlemen - it seems was always doing good.

John Messer and wife and their son-in-law, Marion Hawkins, wife and daughter of Coquette, Oregon, who were visiting Mr. Messer's nephew and niece, M. C. and Miss Tiney Messer of this city, departed Friday night, May 3rd for Chillicothe, MO, where they went to visit Mr. Messer's old home and an only sister, he has not seen in many years. Mr. Messer went west in the early days, by the wagon overland route, and has lived to see that county grow and prosper. He is in good financial condition to live happily in his declining years. They all made many friends and especially did Mr. Messer because he was pleasant and sociable and easy to approach. The visit was very appreciable to their children but short in time, barley got acquainted and then separated for life.

In the Midst of Life, We are in Death: So chronicled and very true, illustrating every day life. In the midst of life and death we are called upon to announce the death of Rev. Jas. A. Swiger, a well known Missionary Baptist minister, at his home in Purdy, Thursday, May 9, 1907, of heart failure and paralysis, age about 51 years. He was a son of of the late Peter Swiger, and was raised in the county, where he was well and favorably known. He married Miss Penn. Haddock, a sister of Boon Haddock of near Eagle Rock, and Lon Haddock of near Monett, who survive him. Funeral services were held yesterday at the Purdy Baptist Church by Rev. Jas. T. Brattin, after which the remains were conveyed to the New Site Cemetery and there laid to rest. A gallant solider of the cross has fallen, a loving husband has gone, a splendid citizen has gone the route traveled by so many. Peace to his memory. 

May 18, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Monett Stars: John Reno of Monett and Miss Myrtle Suttles of Pierce City were married last week.

Scholten News: Mrs. Adah Williams has suffered terribly with her finger during the last week, the result of having run a wire in it.

Scholten News: John Ellis still lingers, he is delirious at times. His wife is very poorly.

Another News: Born to E. A. Burnett and wife a son; to Fred Smythe [Smyth] and wife a daughter.

Another News: We are sorry to hear of the death of Brother Swiger at Purdy, but our loss is his eternal gain.

Another News: Mrs. Amah Foster went to Arkansas Saturday to attend the funeral of her aunt, Rhoda Rains, who died from the effects of cancer.

Another News: Mrs. H. J. Hopkins received a phone message Sunday informing her of the illness of Mrs. W. A. Hopkins near Exeter and she hand her daughter went here Monday evening. We hope for her speedy recovery.

Purdy News: Rev. Jas. A. Swiger, who died May 9 was born August 30, 1850 in Harrison County, VA, and came with his parents to Barry County when he was seven years old and located on Capps Creek Township. He joined the church when thirteen years old and commenced preaching twenty years ago.

Purdy News: Mrs. Wade Roop of Republic, attended the funeral of Mrs. Mary Kelly.

Purdy News: Wheeling Combs is now at his daughter's Mrs. Walter Strother's near Butterfield.

Washburn Prairie News: We are sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Rhoda Raines of Bentonville, Arkansas. She formerly resided here and was a good woman. Mrs. Amah Foster and Mrs. Minnie Mosely attended  the funeral. The bereaved relatives have our sympathy.

Seligman News: John Apple has gone to Prosperity, MO, to work.

Seligman News: Ed McDole got kicked in the stomach the other day by a horse and is in critical condition.

Shady Grove News: Elder E. A. Frost will preach at Shady Grove Sunday, May 19th,  at 11 o'clock, everyone one come out and hear a good discourse.

Oakie Union News: The report come out last week about Mr. Lee Stemons being dead, it is absolutely a mistake. There is noting of it; people ought to know hat they are telling before they tell it.

Oakie Union News: We was [sic] sorry to hear of the death of Aunt Mollie Kelley of Corsicana, she will be missed at home.

Oakie Union News: We was [sic] sorry to hear of Bob Coatney of Corsicana getting hurt Sunday at New Hope. 

Chas. Williams ran away from the county farm but Superintendent Newman got him back. He is loosing his mind.

August Bruenn of Shoal Creek township, died last week. He was a good man and enjoyed the confidence and respect of everyone.

Jas. Ethridge of near Jenkins, was in town Wednesday, and we learned from him, that John R. Ellis of Stone County, died Thursday, age 67 years. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. He formerly resided near Scholten in this county, and was a good man. He left a wife and several children to mourn his death. 

Dave Roller visited the scenes of former days near Seligman last week. He said lighting struck Robert Roller residence last week and cut quite a lot of capers. From his report it appears the lighting tried to get all over the residences. Several persons in their house were shocked.

May 25, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Probate Court Proceedings [Click here to read]

Corinth News: Born to Elam Davis and wife on May 13, a son.

Crane Chronicle: The late John R. Ellis who died in Stone County, was buried in Marrs [Mars] Hill Cemetery, Barry Co.

Kingdom News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Grissom, May 12 at 11 pound daughter.

Corinth News: Albert Earle and wife, Henry Dunn and wife, G. E. Tate and wife and Geo. Porter attended the funeral of Bro. J. A. Swiger.

Mrs. Mary A. Kelly who died recently at Corsicana was born in Gasconade County, MO in 1840, and was married to Phillip A. Thornhill, who died in a few years and then she was married the late Amos N. Kelly. She was 67 years old at the time of her death. She had been a member of the Christian Church for thirty-seven years, and had lived a consistent Christian life, that all her friends can testify, too. She left two sisters and two brothers to mourn her death. This world has been better by her having lived. Sweet will be the memory of her life. 

Fletcher Taylor arrested: Fletcher Taylor was arrested at Monett Tuesday, on a charge of robbery committed about one year ago, when Fletcher snatched a $20 gold piece from Chas. Brazell of Arkansas, who was at Monett picking strawberries last year. The Record said the case would come up Thursday. Fletcher is well known in this city and other portions of this county, having lived here several years ago.

Vineyard Cemetery: Please make the announcement in the Democrat, that the Vineyard Cemetery is ready for Decoration Day, May 30th. Services at 20:30 a. m. Everybody who have an interest there are requested to be present. Wm. Ferguson, Jr., E. G. Eden, C. T. McNabb

Mortgagee's sale: The property of William Faulkner and wife Martha Faulkner. Sale June 10, 1907.

Monett Stars: Robert Teel has sold his 40 acres farm south of town to Chas. Curry, con. $2,400.

In Memory: S. T. Moore died Sunday, morning, May 19th, 1907, at his home near Mineralsprings, of an abscess in side, age 57 years, 4 months, and 5 days. He was born in Sangamon County, Ill., Jan 14, 1850. He and Miss Samantha J. Palmer were married in 1874, to whom were born seven children, six of whom were at his bedside when the final summons came. He was a member of a Methodist Church, Rev. U. G. Bryant conducted funeral services at the Mineralspring Cemetery, Monday morning, where a large number had assembled to pay the last respect to a good man, neighbor and citizen. We are requested to return the thanks of the family to their neighbors for their many kind acts.

 

 

 

June 1, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Called Home: Mrs. Sarah A. May, wife of Merritt May of this city, died Monday evening, May 27, 1907 of tuberculosis, age 40 years, after a lingering illness of nine months. All those having the pleasure of her acquaintance, speak in the highest terms of her, as a woman, citizen, and neighbor. Let us, if possible, gather up the elements of the life of the departed one and weave them a picture for the walls of memory. The book of life was opened and a new name was written therein by the hand of love. The end was as peaceful as the close of a beautiful summer day, when daylight tides into night with increasing loveliness. Her Christian life was one to be admired, and during her sickness, her trust and faithfulness in her Maker, never wavered. She leaves a husband and five children to mourn her death. She was born in Newton County, and was a member of the Christina Church. Rev. E. A. Frost conducted the funeral services at the family residence, Tuesday afternoon, after which the remains were laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery at this place.

John W. Plummer brought Horace Holman in from Prosperity, last week on a charge of felonious assault. He waived examination and gave bond for his appearance at the September term of Circuit Court.

Harry Horine has secured a pension for Jas. H. Williams of Madry. He was granted a pension of $6.00 for month from Nov 29, 1899 to April 1, 1893 from April 1st 1903 to Feb 13, 1907, he was granted $8.00 per month. Under the act of Feb 6, 1907, he will get a still higher rate.

Robert Houston was of McDonald Township was in Squire Plattenburg's court Tuesday on a charge of attempting to bribe a witness. The case was dismissed, on account of the absence of witnesses.

Ash No. 2: Born to N. B. Nodine and wife on the 23 a daughter, mother and babe doing nicely but Bone is not expected to die.

Scholten News: Uncle John Ellis was buried the 15th. Rev. Allman made a very impressive talk, after which the remains were laid to rest by the side of his wife at Marrs Hill.

Travers News: Rose Bennett and Ike Bennett's mother planned a surprise dinner for Ike's birthday May 16. Ike heard the news before he arrived yet he and the others enjoyed themselves immensely. Our Circuit Clerk Jas. Manning was one of the guests.

Thomas Hollow: Bert Smith is visiting his parents in Newton County, this week and transacting business in Pierce City also.

Rocky Comfort Telegrams: Mrs. Hutchens an aged lady who lived on the prairie, died Sunday.

Rocky Comfort Telegrams: Saturday evening May 11, 1907, Dan Tilden was killed by George Fields near his home, five miles west of Southwest City. This was caused by Tilden being drunk and raising a row with Fields, who stabbed him with a knife.

Records Destroyed: So far no clue has developed which might lead to the arrest of the party or parties who burglarized our Circuit Clerk's Office over a week ago and destroyed the criminal records. Every effort is being made by the Courts and the Court officers to discover the perpetrator of this deed, and as far as possible reinstate all prosecutions. It is also suggested that the days manner in which this outrage was committed will hastened the desire of the people for a new Court House building and more up to date protection for their records. The present building has been in use some thirty-five years, and although it cost something like $40,000 (in re-construction times) is not fire-proof, burglar proof, and scarcely weather proof. Harrison Ark Times.  Nearly the same conditions exists in Barry County, as to safety of the County Records. A "stitch in time, save nine."   

Mrs. Mary Ruddick of Mound Valley, Kan., is on a visit to her father George Gilmore and family south of town. [Research Note: Check both Gilmore and Gillmore when researching this name.]

June 8, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Another Family Made Sad: Dr. D. L. Mitchell received a telegram Sunday night from Cleveland, Tenn., informing him of the death of his mother, Mrs. Bettie E. Mitchell, nee Ragan, at home near that city, on that day, June 2, 1907, nearly 88 years old.  Mrs. Mitchell was born Nov 20, 1819, near Knoxville, Tenn., when her parents moved to near Chattanooga, Tenn., where she was raised. In 1847, she and D. W. D. Mitchell were married, and to this union were born ten children, nine of who survive her; six sons and three daughters. They are Dr. D. L., Jos. W., and S. P. Mitchell of this city; Geo. P. and Mrs. Ese Krby of Chattanooga, Tenn.; Jos. P. of Ringgold, GA; R. R., of Jacksonville, Ala., Mesdames I. T. Phillips and Dick Hall of Cleveland, Tenn. The deceased was a sister of the late Mrs. J. C. Sellers. She was a member of a family of thirteen children, all of whom lived to be grown and only one survives her, Mrs. Council of Huntington, Tenn. The funeral was held at Cleveland, Tenn., Wednesday morning. Dr. Mitchell left on Monday night's train to attend the funeral. Another name is stricken from the ever lessening roll of the old settlers of that section, and the old homestead will not again have an attraction, because a mother is not here to bestow her love and affection on her loved ones. The severing of life is not left without a pang. The bereaved have our sympathies in the loss of their dear mother.  

Ash No. 2: Mart Western an old and highly respected citizen of Barry County, was in this community last week, visiting his many relatives and friends. Mr. Western returned to Pioneer, Sunday morning to make his future home with his daughter. His wife died the first of last month.

John M. Bayless Dead: Succumbed to operation for appendicitis. Died at Claremore, I. T., Sunday, June 2, 1907, at 1:15 p.m. [abstract in form] John M. Bayless was a son of the late D. D. and Sarah Bayless who were natives of Green County, Tenn., who came to Barry County, in 1853, and located near Seligman. John M., was born in Greene County, Tenn., in 1851, and came with his parents to this county and grew to manhood on this farm. Later he graduated from the Cane Creek Academy and Hiawassee College of Tennessee from the latter in 1875, with the degree of A. B. and returned to Barry County, in 1875 with 40 cents in cash in his grip. In May 1877 he was united in marriage to Miss Frances J. McCary, a daughter of the late Hon. Henry McCary. To this marriage was born one daughter, Miss Frances, now Mrs. Geo. D. Davis of Claremore, I. T., Mrs. Bayless died one year after marriage. In May 1879 he was married again to Miss Mary Stubblefield to whom were born Guy C., Earle G., Bland B., Ross Bourke and Wayne Bayless who all survive their father.

Crane Chronicles: Rev. G. B. Hancock has returned from a trip to San Francisco, California.

Liberty News: Mrs. Dela Lawson spent Saturday night with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jim Wilhite.

Married Sunday, June 2, 1907, Wm. Ballard of Parsons, Kan., and Miss Bertha Montgomery of Capps Creek Twp. After the ceremony, an elegant supper was served. Their home will be at Parsons, Kan., where Mr. Ballard has a position in the machine shops.

Dick Elam and Calvin Skelton and F. Larecy and wife of Eagle Rock, were in town Monday. Messrs. Elam and Skelton came up after a number of telephones.

Mrs. Eliza Stubblefield of near this city, attended the funeral of her son-in-law, John M. Bayless at Claremore, I. T., this week.

Fayette Scroggins Did So At Eureka Springs: The Eureka Springs, Ark., Flashlight, says Attorney Troy Pace of that place had secured a savings bank, and every time he deprived himself of a cigar, ice cream, or other luxuries, he would place the amount in his little savings bank, until he had between $30 or $40 saved up. One day last week, he had an occasion to look up his bank probably to make a deposit, when lo and behold the bank had disappeared and with it his savings. He searched the surroundings, but no trace could be had of his loss. He suspected Fate Scroggins, the son of the housekeeper at the Gables, and had him arrested. Fate declared that he knew nothing of the little bank; while Mr. Pace was questioning Fate Scroggins, he Fate, flared up, and said, "I'm getting mighty tired of people hounding me around. I'm the feller that killed pap." Attorney Pace said to Scroggins: "Well, old top, I didn't know that or I'd have passed you without a word." Fate Scroggins our readers, will remember, was arrested for killing his father Mark Scroggins near Seligman, last year, and was released from custody, because no indictment was filed against him. The evidence against Fate for taking the saving bank, was not sufficient to hold him; he was turned loose and told to come back at a certain date for trial but "skidoled" the Flashlight says and when last heard from was making tracks for Missouri.

Purdy News: Born to Harry Dinkins and wife May 25, a son.

Purdy News: Lon Haddock and little daughter of Monett, have the measles at his aunts, Mrs. Swiger's.

Scholten News: Mrs. Bush of southern Texas, is still at Ben Hancock's. She says where she lives is a fine county.

June 15, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Married Monday, June 10th, at the recorder's office by Squire Plattenburg, Lindsay, Highbarger and Miss Myrtle Hankins of Purdy. Both of these parties are members of old and well known families of this county, and their many acquaintances, extend best wishes for their future happiness and success.

Mrs. Elizabeth Goodnight left Wednesday for Mill Creek, I. T., to visit her daughter Mrs. Alta Frost.

Alex Paul's bondsmen located him, and brought him back to Mt. Vernon. He will serve his time in the penitentiary.

The heirs of the late Christopher Snider have amicably divided the estate of their father, John C. Snider purchased nearly all the shares in two farms, amounting to 330 acres. J. A. Brooks purchased the Geo. Snider farm near Cato, for $1,800. Bud Snider secured the 45 acres on Flat Creek, and Jas. Snider a 135 acre farm on White River. We are glad to see them adjusting their affairs so nicely without law suits.

Purdy News: Little Opal Henderson seems to have recovered from her severe shock, occasioned by the collision of the buggy with railroad train, when her mother was killed.

Roaring River No. 3 News: Mrs. Robt. Easley has gone to Eureka Springs to stay awhile for her health.

Washburn Prairie News: Miss Gale Hancock and Curt Martin of near Washburn visited at Rev. Hood's Sunday afternoon.

Jenkins: George Long and wife of Webb City, and brother Charley Long of Beardstown, IL, were visiting their cousin Geo. Long of this place, several days last week.

Rocky Comfort Telegrams: Virgil Rogers who lived near Morton Mills on Shoal Creek, died last week of lung trouble. Aged 18 years.

Died: On June 6, 1907, Virgil, son of Jas. P. and Sarah J. Rodgers, died of pneumonia, age 18 years, 3 months and 28 days, at the home of his parents on Shoal Creek, near the Morton Mill. His remains were laid to rest in the Corsicana Cemetery. He was a very lovable young man, possessed of splendid traits of character that endeared him to his parents, relatives and friends. His declarations before dying in an unfeigned belief in the one true and living God was a great satisfaction and consolation to the loved ones left behind. He said before passing away, "I do love my dear old mother, but I love Jesus best - best of all. Don't grieve for me, mother, I am going home to Heaven."

Washington Long who was visiting his son Aaron Long and family, was taken sick with a stomach trouble on the morning of the 15th, but recovered alright.

Married at Afton, I. T., by Rev. C. M. Powell, at the home of the bride's mother, Roy C. Meadors and Miss Grave Matlock. Mrs. Meadors formerly resided at Exeter. Mr. Meadors is a Frisco brakeman in the yards at Afton.

June 29, 1907, Saturday, Cassville Democrat, Barry Co., MO

Purdy News: J. L. Burris will soon move to Colorado.

Cross Hollows News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Thomas, the 18th, a six pound boy.

Travers News: Born to Wm. Downs and wife, Monday 10, a girl. All are progressing nicely.

Ash No. 2 News: A little son of Addie Reeds was thought to have been bitten by a mad dog last Wednesday, and was taken to the mad stone Sunday at Tom Hickey's and the stone would not stick. There is no danger now they think. Everybody bad better be watching their dogs.

Eagle Rock News: Uncle Frank Curry is very low with dropsy. He is not expected to live.

Rocky Comfort Telegrams: Mrs. D. N. Dabbs of this city received a telegram Sunday, stating that her brother-in-law, Wm. Bennett and son of Harrison, Ark., had been drowned. She attended the funeral. [Research Note: Look for Dobbs also when researching Dabbs.]

Edward Easley of near Eagle Rock was in this city Monday and said he would leave Thursday for Mountain View, Okla., where he goes to bring the remains of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. Williams, who died there about six months ago, home for burial in the Easley Cemetery near his home. Mr. Easley and wife have three of Mrs. Williams' children, and will probably raise them. John Easley, his brother accompanied him.

George Franklin Snizer died very early Saturday morning, June 22, 1907, of consumption, age 34 years, 3 months and 10 days, at the residence of his father, M. Y. Setzer near this city, leaving a loving wife, fond parents, sisters and a brother, and other relatives to mourn his death. Rev. Ewing McCracken of Sarcoxie conducted the funeral services at the family residence Saturday at 2 p.m., after which the remains were conveyed to Oak Hill Cemetery at this place and laid to rest. His death has brought the bitter cup of sorrow to the lips of the relatives and friends. It is sad at any time to stand beside the bed of the dying and watch life's ebbing tide drifting the loved one slowly but surely into the great ocean of eternity, but when there comes whispering from parched lips: "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me," it brings a balm to the wondered heart. Thus closed the life of George Setzer. To the heart-broken wife, father, brother and sisters, who sit in sorrow where his footsteps will never again find echo, we extend our sympathy. When they have drained the cup may the peace that passeth all understanding come to them from One who cares for each little sparrow that fallest.

Card of Thanks: We desire to return our heart felt thanks to our neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our much loved husband, son and brother. Laura Setzer, M. Y. Setzer and family.

John Brock of near Shell Knob died Wednesday morning of heart trouble, aged 40 odd years, leaving a wife and five children to mourn his death. He was a brother of Hon. Wm J. Brock of Shell Knob, and a nephew of Amos Horner of near this city. Mr. Brock was the petit jury at the February term of circuit court, and was in this city two or three weeks ago. He was a son of the late John Brock.

Joe Blurton [Burton?] of near Scholten, died June 21st. He was a highly respected citizen and a member of the Baptist Church.

A daughter of Jas Webb of McDonald Township is reported to have taken carbolic acid last week. It is also reported that she did not swallow the acid, from which she is said to have very badly burned month.

One day last week a railroader working on Contractor Smith's works on the MO & N Ark., R. R., was blown up by a blast and was seriously wounded by rocks. One striking him in the breast, going up and lodging in the left shoulder. One rock struck him in the face making an ugly wound. At last account, it was thought he would recover.

James H. Wilson died at his home 2 1/2 miles south of Washburn, June 4th, 1907, of paralysis, aged 62 years and 1 day. He was born in Kentucky and moved to Texas, and from there moved to near Garfield, Ark., where he resided for about 30 years, and then moved to near Washburn three years ago where he resided until his death. He left a wife and three children to mourn his death. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity and the Baptist Church for nearly forty years, and in good standing in both. The remains were interred at Garfield, Ark, on the 5th. A large number attended the funeral. The bereaved attended the funeral. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all their acquaintances. "He builded? with the perfect ashier." and after ascending the three steps of youth, manhood, and old age, his spirit returned to Him who gave it. "Earth to earth, dust to dust, and ashes to ashes, there to rest, until the last trump shall sound."

Preston Gibson of Dade County, died June 15th at Kings Point, age 82 years. Several years ago, he operated a saw mill in Liberty Township and was a just and upright man.

Chas. Dowd and Fred Johnson had trouble at Woodruff recently, and Dowd was arrested by Sheriff O'Dwyer Thursday on a warrant issued by Squire James of Exeter Township and plead guilty and paid his fine. Deputy Sullivan arrested Fred Johnson yesterday, on same charge.

Dr. C. C. Kelley of near Eagle Rock came up Monday after his daughters who had been attending school here. The Dr. said Frank Curry, an old and well known citizen of that section was very sick with diabetes. We hope to hear of his recovery, as he is a good citizen. Dr. Kelley also said it was a mistake about a Mrs. Hadlow burning her house or household goods. She did empty a straw tick, burned the straw, sold the tick, left home and went to Joe Hall's in Arkansas.

Ether and N. L. Beck of Buffalo, MO, where in this city, June 20 trying to located the grave of their uncle Con. Hendrix, an Union soldier, who died in this city in 1864. No one here remembered the sad occurrence of his death, and the probabilities are that his remains were removed to Springfield just after the war and reburied in the National Cemetery near that city, as there were something near 200 remains removed to Springfield at that time.

Ed Johnson, living on Bear Wallow farm, 8 miles northeast of this city, gave assistance to a man, wife and little child, that were tramping through the country, and they treated him very mean, as well as some of his neighbors, and then slipped off and went in the direction of Eureka Springs, Ark., via of Easley Ferry on White River.

Marriage Licenses:

 

Walter Cannitax, Dixon, MO & Nora Hargis, Springfield, MO 

I. E. Mills, Cassville, MO & Elsie Smith, Cassville, MO

J. B. Coy, Monett, MO & Alma Knock, Monett, MO

J. S. Smith, Purdy, MO & Anna Ellis, Verona, MO

Fester Cardsel, Viola & Ettie Craft, Viola, MO

J. A. Reed, Purdy, MO & Bertha Cartright, Exeter, MO

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