Shell Knob News: Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Brock have the sympathy of the entire community in the loss of one of their twin babies.

McDowell News: C. J. Williams, one of our enterprising merchants, was summoned yesterday to the bedside of his father at Granby.

McDowell News: On the 16th of June at Swallow Bluff on Flat Creek below McDowell, while in bathing, Bennie Dickerson, while trying to rescue a play mate, who was in danger of drowning, got strangle and was drowned. Bennie was thirteen years, eight months and 25 days old. He was a good boy, beloved by all who knew him. A father and mother, one brother and four sisters mourn his untimely and unexpected death. They have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. 

Obituary:  Died, Saturday, June 22, at his home in Aurora, Little Dewey Ellis, son of A. D. Ellis. Little Dewey was one year and three months old. The funeral was conducted at he home by Rev. J. M. Bandy, after which the remains were laid to rest in Maple cemetery. A Friend to Baby.

Card of Thanks: We desire to thank our friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us during he sickness and death our beloved baby. W. O. and Lola V. Black

Licensed to Wed:

Bonbone S. Johnson, 21, Dale & Dora Wilhite, 19, Cato

James Downs, 22, Monett & Emily L. Summers, 17, Monett

Will Counts, 28, Purdy & May Bennett, 28, Purdy

Will F. Speer, Miller & Susan Weaver, Cassville

William R. Johnson, 25, Monett & Emma M. Lowry, 18, Monett

Robert L. Pendergraft, 21, Seligman & Minnie Babb, 19, Seligman

Sunrise News: Mrs. Ida Bean of Webb City is visiting her father, Delos Hurlbut, this week. Mrs. Bean expects to go to her husband and in Arizona in a short time.

Viola News: The Burris murder trial was held Friday morning. The examination of 42 witness began and continued until late Saturday evening when Mrs. Burris called the Justice of the Peace and Prosecuting Attorney Maples to her bedside. After a short stay with her they all retuned to the court room, closed the evidence at once after a short speech from the attorneys. In the remarks of the prosecuting attorney, he said to Mr. Burris "If it had not been for your appeal? she would have given you away long ago," which leads us to believe a confession was made or she had turned state's evidence in the case. The court at once dismissed Mrs. Burrs and sons and held Mr. Burris with bail. The statement was furnished your correspondent by Dr. Brown of Carr, MO, who was present at the time.

Arrested: C. P. Burris and wife, parents of the Burris girl who was supposed to have committed suicide near her home just across the Arkansas line, were arrested last week and taken to Berryville. It is understood that one witness, a member of the family, was ___ing    to swear that he saw the girl ___ ed [maybe pushed?] to death and then shot. There are many evidences of murder having been committed and a full inspection will follow.

Licensed to Wed:

William Marler, 20, Garfield, Ark. & Clara A. Dawson, 18, Garfield

Andrew McCormack, 21, Washburn & Tiltha E. Smith, 17, Washburn

John H. Ferguson, Monett & Lulu Belle Withers, Monett

J. G. Hutchinson, 21, Sallisaw, I. T. & Bessie Coffman, 20, Purdy

J. B. Dart, 28, Garfield, Ark. & A. Thompson, 18, Brightwater, Ark.

I. S. Troy, 18, Garfield, Ark. & Minnie M. Hill, 17, Garfield, Ark.

J. D. Brown, 28, Rocky Comfort & C. M. Dobbs, 32, Rocky Comfort

J. T. Redding, 19, Hailey & Lena F. Ripley, 17, Shell Knob

Lone Elm News: On July 9, at 12 O'clock John A. Henson departed this life. He was the son of S. L. Henson. He is survived by a wife, and parents and a host of friends.

Mayflower News: Mrs. Millie Ellis has returned to hr home at Central, MO.

Obituary: Died, Saturday, July the 7, at the home near Mineral Spring, Ezra, son of Harvey Pasley and wife, Ezra was one year and two months old. The funeral was conducted by J. W. Ennes after which the remains were laid to rest in the Mineral Springs Cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community.

Sad Death: Tuesday, afternoon, Mrs. Hezekiah Baird, was thrown from a buggy at the foot of the R. L. Thomas hill south of town and instantly killed. Mrs. Baird was returning from a visit to her sister, Mrs. Samuel Mitchell. Near the bottom of the hill the horse became freighted and ran away. The occupant was thrown to the ground striking the back of head on the rocks, killing her instantly. The deceased a highly respected lady, leaves a husband and two daughters to mourn her untimely and sad departure. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon. The entire community sympathizes with the bereaved  family.

Advertised Letter List: List of letters remaining in the post office at Cassville, MO, for the period ending July16, 1901. If not called for within 14 days will be sent to the dead letter office Washington D.C. Mr. Frank Hines, Mrs. Sophie Jones, A. N. Stewart. When calling for same, please say advertised and give date of list. Geo. M. Goodnight, Post Master.

Licensed to Wed:

Jas. H. Hughes, 21, Washburn & Minnie Judd, 17, Washburn

J. V. Shull, Butterfield & Luck Burks, Cassville

Loren O. Campbell, 28, Aurora & Ollie Hollar, 22, Aurora

Oliver P. Brite, McDowell & Sallie E. Wallen, Cassville

Gunter News: Mrs. Jane Whittington is on the sick list.

Gunter News: Mrs. Lizzie Gautney, Grandma Whittington and Grandma Gautney visited at Mrs. Mundy's near Flat Creek Monday.

Lookout Mountain News: Mr. and Mrs. Coppedge of Oklahoma are visiting at Uncle George Erwin's. They are well pleased with this county.

Flat Creek News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery last week, a fine girl. Mother and babe doing well.

McDowell News: Born to Jesse Weaver and lady, a boy. Mother and babe doing well.

McDowell News: Born the 5th to Oscar Lowder and lady, a girl. All doing well.

Obituary: Dona Baird, nee Matlock, was born Aug 18, 1856, died July 19, 1901, aged 44 years, 10 months and 28 days. She was the oldest daughter of James and Mary A. Matlock and was born in East Tennessee. The family moved to Barry County in 1865 and have lived here ever since. She was married to J. B. Baird in 1876; was the mother of three children, one of who preceded her to the glory world. She professed faith in Christ at the age of 14 and joined the Baptist Church at Cassville No. 2 and remained a member until her death. Her Godly walk and pious conversation proved to the world her constancy to the faith, which she professed. Her remains were laid to rest in the Horner Cemetery, the place she loved so well. Funeral services were conducted by Eld. Brattin.

Licensed to Wed:

Frank P. Lyons, 21, Enid, Okla. & Nellie M. Shoop, 24, Purdy

W. W. Hisaw, Pierce City & Maude M. Banks, Pierce City

John Rausch, 26, Verona & Elizabeth Freiburger, 19, Verona

Chas. A. Williams, 20, Scholten & Ada Smyth, 17, Scholten

Geo. E. Teel, 19, Purdy & L. F. Johnson, 18, Purdy

S. F. Banks, 25, Mayflower & Amy Stevenson, 25, Mayflower

William VanZandt, 20, Mayflower & Lulu J. Bryson, 16, Mayflower

Pioneer Gone: James Brixey, living on Roaring River, died Tuesday morning. Senile debility, the deceased being 89 years of age, was the cause of death. The funeral and burial took place Wednesday at New Salem, near Seligman. James Brixey was well known over the county. The deceased was a resident of Barry County for 70 years and had killed many a deer and bear on Roaring River. 

Mayflower News: Miss Lulu J. Bryson and Will VanZandt and Miss Amy Stevenson and Will Banks were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Wednesday, July 24, by John Banks, J. P.

Seligman News: John McClure contemplates going to Oregon.

Sunrise News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gillman, Jr., a brand new boy, Sunday 28.

Butterfield News: Charles and Will Cheney, sons of Paul Cheney, who have been out to Oklahoma and Kansas for some time have returned home.

Gunter News: M. L. Bullington was fined twenty dollars for assault and battery on M. M. Whittington, before Squire Russel, [Russell] Saturday

Forest Grove News: The infant child of Nathaniel Laird was buried at the Ennis Cemetery Sunday.

Steve Pate,  who returned from "Injun" Nation says that cote in a tent cost 75 cents each night and 25 cents to think about them in the day time. The worst of all Steve says it cost 10 cents to wash his face.

Mote Bright, one of the prisoners who escaped jail July 11 at Galena, Stone County, was captured last week on Spring Creek.

Mrs. Marsh Hutchins left Sunday for Webb City where she had been called by the illness of her daughter, Mrs. Chas. Scott.

Badly Cut: John Blankenship and William Horrall engaged in an altercation at Corsicana Saturday and the later was badly cut by a knife in the hands of Blankenship. From best reports it seems that Horrall's son and Blankenship had become engaged in a dispute the day before over some cattle of Horrall's that had jumped in Blankenship's pastured land. The affair did not stop at that point. Saturday William Horrall and Blankenship met and another dispute arose. Hot words were passed and a fight ensured. Horrall receive a cut just over the left lung and one on the neck. For awhile it look as though the wound over the lung might prove fatal but at latest reports Mr. Horrall was getting along nicely.

Charley Gee, who was accidentally shot in the eye with a blank cartage just before Co. E left for camp, returned with the boys Sunday evening, but will had his ears bandaged. Dr. Rodman informed us this morning that he thought he would come around all alright, and his many friends sincerely hope so. Pierce city Enterprise

Homestead Winners: Among the well known people of this county who drew farms we notice the names of Frank McGrady, Elmer Smith, Claud Huff, W. D. Smith, W. L. Shaffer, W. J. Van Peet and Charles Applegate of Monett, Frank Flanagan of Pioneer. It is also reported that F. D. Smith and Sherman Lane of Purdy were lucky. The Cassville crowd did not have a sufficient number of horse shoes in their pockets and were doubtless unacquainted with Mark Hamln?

Pleasant Ridge News: J. L. Burkholder of St. Louis is visiting his mother-in-law, Mrs. Joe Moore of the Ridge.

Madry News: Prosecuting Attorney Burgess was down last week in Squire Shoemaker's court to hear the cases of Finis Lemaster for assault and battery and Homer Greenway for disturbing the peace. Both plead guilty and were fined $1. and costs.

Kings Prairie News: John Long dug a new well recently and got plenty of water so ye correspondent understood.

Washburn News: Ernest and Ella Denton came home from Sapula Sunday night.

Marriage Licenses:

George W. Shreck, 25, Neck City & Ona J. Patton, 19, Travers

John W. Goutney, 18, Butterfield & Minnie Nickles, 18, Butterfield

John W. Armstrong, 30, Exeter & Laura Marshall, 18, Exeter

John F. Gountney, 18, Butterfield & Minnie Nickles, 18, Butterfield

Geo. W. Sherck, 25, Neck City & Ona J. Patton, 19, Travers

John Armstrong, 30, Exeter & Laura Marshall, 18, Exeter

Arthur Summers, 27, Cassville & Myrtle Edens, 23, Cassville

Philip Durbin,23, Washburn & Della Oakley, 21, Washburn

Young W. Henson, 58, Flat Creek & Louisa C. Griffin, 55, Jenkins

U.S. Priest, 27, Golden & Luella Warren, 17, Golden

[Research Note: Some of the above names were repeated but with different spellings on the second listings. Also while searching for the name of Nickle, also search for Nickel, and also Nickels, Nickles.]

Gunter News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Russell, the third, a girl. Mother and babe doing well.

Gunter News: Married July 30, at the home of N. M. Whittington, Miss Minnie Nickle and John Goutney.

Corinth News: George Stansberry has gone to Polk County to be present at the preaching of his mother's funeral.

New Site News: Aunty Sylvia Browning, who has been in poor health for some time, is not much better. She is at present staying with her daughter, Mrs. R. J. Holmes.

Mayflower News: L. A. Stephens and wife spent Sunday with the formers sister, Mrs. Hannah Moore of McDonald County.

Muncy News: E. S. Wallen is assisting John W. Phillips in the blacksmith and wood shop at the head of the River.

Viola News: Robert Weddington, son-in-law of Dr. H. C. Henson, died Saturday. He leaves a wife. His remains were buried in the Oak Grove Cemetery.

Washburn News: Walker Gates started Monday for Kansas where is looking for a location for a farm.

Washburn News: Frank Henderson got to his destination Saturday and got a job and went to work Monday morning at $4. per day in the mines in Dakota.

Died: Doc Pannell, as he was familiarly known in Barry County, died Sunday morning at his home near Marionville from injuries received while working with a hay baler. The deceased resided for many years in the Pleasant Ridge district and was a pioneer of this county, being about 60 years of age. His many friends in the county will regret exceedingly to hear of his demise. The deceased leaves a family to mourn his loss. The funeral was held Monday and interment made a Spring River Cemetery.

Hisaw - Banks: Married at the home of the bride's parents; Sunday, July 21, Miss Maude M. Banks to Mr. Walter W. Hisaw, Rev. J. A. Swiger of Purdy officiating. Immediately after the ceremony an elegant dinner was served to 75 guests. Many useful gifts were presented. Ex Judge Wm. Hisaw and his worthy wife entertained a number of friends and relatives at their home, July 22, in honor of the home coming of their youngest son, Walter and his bride. A Guest.

Obituary: Died at her home in the Indian Territory, on the 25th of July 1901, after a short illness, Fannie C., wife of L. S. Johnson. She and Mr. Johnson had been married only one month at the time of her death. Fannie leaves many acquaintance and friends on Flat Creek, near Sparks School House, who deeply sympathize with her husband and three children in their sad bereavement. A friend.

Licensed to Wed:

E. W. Davis, Sunrise & Martha K. McCary, Washburn

John F. McCarter, 23, Cassville & Mary M. Meador, 20, Cassville

Passed Away: Mrs. Mary A. Sills, wife of Rev. J. C. Sills, died Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock after a lingering illness of several months, age 66 years. The decease was taken ill from consumption last October and since that time she had been a constant sufferer and unable to leave her bed. Mrs. Sills was known throughout Barry County, was a woman of a lovable disposition, having nothing but kind words for all her friends and acquaintances. The husband and five children were present when death came to claim a loving wife and fond mother whose life had been one constant endeavor to lift up where help was needed. The deceased leaves five children all of whom are residents of Barry County, Fred and Charles, Mrs. Addie Ray, Mrs. Minnie Brattin and Mrs. Eva Earle. The husband for many years and the family have sincere sympathy of every friend and acquaintance in their loss. The funeral services where held at the Baptist church, Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock, services in charge of Rev. C. M. Smith. Interment was made in the Cassville Cemetery.

Washburn News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Dad Thompson, a large fine boy. Dad says he is a Republican.

Washburn News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Adcock, a fine girl, the 17. Mother and babe doing well.

Little Flat News: Died, Sunday the eighteenth, Yeak Elles' little eight year old boy. Was laid to rest in the Kelton Cemetery.

Little Flat News: Elisha Marburt's six months old babe died the nineteenth, was buried in the Kelton Cemetery also.

Jenkins News: Luther Suttles, who was accidentally shot in the knee is out again. He is getting along all right.

Licensed to Wed:

S. A. Reese, 30, Cassville & Isabelle Meador, 21, Cassville

S. M. Dotson, 30, Chelsea, I. T. & Nora Roberts, 24, Golden

John Periman, 21, Cato & Nora Sturgall, 15, Cato

J. W. Gleason, 25, Mineral Springs & Ethel Frost, 18, Cassville

Joseph Doty, 22, Jenkins & Eliza Rockart, 17, Jenkins

Kurt LeCompte, Cassville & Dorothy Johnson, Cassville

Shady Grove News: George Reed of Purdy was visiting his brothers Will and Sam Reed last week.

Muncy News: The infant babe of Frank Smith was buried at the Muncy Cemetery on the 23rd, inst.

Muncy News: Will Curry will move to the Wilder Farwell farm on White River.

Muncy News: Miss Tennessee Davis is visiting her sister, Mrs. Allen Beaver, west of Eureka Springs, this week.

Gunter News:  A. Dobbins has bought the house recently vacated by John Smith, from Wm. Henley, and is going to move it to his farm adjoining Mr. Henley.

Shell Knob: Otta Keith and Myrtle Dabney are progressing nicely with the Knob School, and John Snider begins the Brock School the 2nd of September.

Golden News: S. M. Dodson of Chelsea, I. T. is visiting home folks and will return Saturday.

Golden News: Married, Aug 18, S. M. Dodson of Chelsea, I. T., and Miss Nora Roberts of Golden, were married at the house of the bride's, Rev. S. E. Smith officiating. The bride is a lady of many charms. She is loved by her associates and all who know her. She was educated in the schools of Cassville and is one of Barry County's fair teachers. She possesses every trait necessary to make a loving wife and happy home. The groom is a young man of bright promise. He is a teacher in the Territory and has taught with success. They go to their home this week followed by the best wishes of the entire community. Observer.

Golden News: D. M. Shumate has purchased the farm owned by Jim Hemphill, who resides in the Territory.

Washburn News: Burl Northcutt has moved to Seligman with his family.

Obituary: Mary Ann (George) Sills was born June 11, 1810 in Caldwell County, KY, professed faith in Christ, and she was baptized in the fellowship of the Baptist Church at White Sulphur Spring in 1864; was married to J. S. Sills, April 27, 1880, emigrated to MO, 1872; was the mother of 8 children and 12 grandchildren. She left 5 children and 9 grandchildren and her husband to mourn her departure. She was one of eh consistent members of the First Baptist Church of Cassville, MO; after a few years drew a letter from the church at Cassville went into the organization of Baptist Church Corinth where she remained to her death, Aug 19, 1901. She was  good wife, an excellent mother, and a model Christian. The world was better by her living in it. In her last hour she said, 'My way is clear'. She had read the Bible through nearly twice to her afflicted grandson, Claud Ray. Her church, her pastor, and hr family will sorely miss her. Children and Grandchildren, follow mother's example for good.

Licensed to Wed:

L. H. Price, Cassville & Dora Hankins, Cassville

W. A. Base, Newstead & Nellie Cole, Exeter

W. E. Sapp, Exeter & Ola Spain, El Paso

Ralph Bennett, Mayflower & L. Belle Stephens, Mayflower

Tobias Bagley, Purdy & Mattie McPhail, Butterfield

Alfred McCanless, Golden & Alta McMinn, Golden

L. F. Cox, Monett & Minnie Stocker, Monett

Ernest H. Rowe, Monett & Lula M. Williams, Monett

Hershel H. Smith, Cassville & Lucinda West, Cassville

James A. Daniel, Exeter & Ida Stapleton, Exeter

James F. Fulkston, Erie & Delila Lane Wadde, I.

Obituary: Died, August 9, after six weeks of patient suffering, Grandma McIntosh, age 79 years and 2 months, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Geo. W. McComas, near Purdy. Grandma was born in England, her maiden name being Bradwell. She came to Pittsburg, Penn., when eight years of age and was the oldest of ten children, all of whom have preceded her. She was married to James McIntosh, Sept 22, 1842, and nine children were born to them, seven of who are living. They moved to Missouri, 30 Years ago, and 16 years ago her husband departed this life. She professed faith in Christ when thirteen years of age and has been a faithful worker of the Master's vineyard since.

Obituary: Irena Burkhart was born May 17, 1877; was united in marriage to W. E. Jackson at the age of 18 years. She gave her heart to the Savior at the age of 18 years, by a confession of her faith in Jesus and by humbly obeying the commands of her Lord and Master and became a member of the Church of Christ at Sparks School House in which she was a member at the time, of her death, which occurred at her home in McDowell, after an illness of five days. She was laid to rest in the Sparks Cemetery on August 30, amid a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. The funeral services were conducted by Mrs. M. A. Hutchens. She lived a quiet humble and Christian life, beloved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and two little children, an aged father and mother and six brothers and four sisters, to mourn her loss but they sorrow not as those who have no hope. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord, yes henceforth sayeth the Sprit, for they shall rest from their labors and their works do follow them. Z. C. Patton

In Memory of V. M. Pennell [There is a  poem given about death, etc. Author was a friend. No names or dates were given in the poem - or otherwise.]

Jenkins News: The funeral service of Mr. and Mrs. Lawson's baby was conducted by Rev. Riddle of Zion Cemetery. Their many friends sympathize with them in their grief.

Pleasant Ridge: Jay Barkholder of St. Louis has bought a farm here and will make this his future home.

Butterfield News: Old Joe Clark and family will start Thursday for I. T. to make their future home.

Washburn News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, a fine large boy.

Washburn News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Harmon, a big boy.

Washburn News: Mr. Moss has moved from T. P. Mooney's property to his farm at Seven Star Spring.

Pleasant Ridge News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Victor Zinn, a big boy. All getting along nice and Victor is looking somewhat elated.

Licensed to Wed:

H. H. Smith, 28, Cassville & Lucinda West, 23, Cassville

J. A. Daniel, 32, Exeter & Ida Stapleton, 32, Exeter

J. T. Fulkerson, 24, Erie & Delia Lane, 26, Waddell

C. Hogle, 20, Madry & Minnie Ellis, 18, Madry

J. C. Jones, 25, McDowell & Laura Walker, 20, McDowell

Milton Ellis, 25, Flat Creek & Sarah Collins, 25, Flat Creek 

Died: At Mineral Springs, Tuesday, Aug 27, Grandpa Maxwell or "Uncle John", as he was commonly called. He was old and well, respected citizen of this county and never moved but what the neighbors felt they had lost a good neighbor. He leaves a wife and six children, three sons and three daughters. His oldest son, Dr. Maxwell, lives near Cape Fair, Edward near McDowell, John, west of Exeter, Mrs. Hillhouse in Lawrence County, Mrs. Wynkoop in Cassville, Mrs. McKinney near Cassville. Grandpa Maxwell did not live in vain. He did his duty as a citizen and father. He was a member of the M. P. Church; was buried at Mineral Spring after religious services conducted by the writer. He was over 88 years old. J. W. Ennes.

Probate Court:

Estate of Timothy Stanley, dec'd., final settlement filed showing balance of $86.58 due estate.

Estate of Parthena Chapman, dec'd. Ordered to repair estate.

Estate of C. M. Jimerson, dec'd. Letters of administration of Charles M., revoked. Estate ordered into hands of B. F. McCary, public administrator.

Estate of Wm. Holman dec'd. Final settlement filed. Nothing due estate.

Estate of Henry, dec'd. Final settlement filed and ordered that administration cease.

Clerks orders in vacation approved.

Estate of Calvin Carney, dec'd. Final settlement filed showing balance of $1299.52.

Estate of J. M. Bent, dec'd. Estate ordered into hands of B. F. McCary, public administrator.

Estate of Russell Johnson, dec'd. Ordered into the hands of the public administrator. 

Estate of Lucien Marchand, dec'd final receipts filed and adm'r discharged.

Estate of Nancy L. Johnson, dec'd demand Geo. Calloway $1.50 allowed, 5th class; demand of L. W. Badger $5.85, 5th class.

Estate of Effie May Curtis, et al, minors, annual settlement filed showing balance due estate $1333.64.

Estate of wm. G., Oscar P. and Ada C. Jimmerson minors; George McKee appointed G. & C. Bond $1500.

Wm. Friend insane. Guardian dismissed, personal property turned to wife.

Estate of Rhoda Edens. Charles S. Scott appointed G. & C.

Estate of Obadiah Hudson, dec'd. Personal tax turned to Mattie J. Hudson, widow.

Estate of Floyd Roller, minor. Settlement of D. B. Roller, filed, showing balance of $48.45 due estate.

[Research Note: when searching for the surname of Jimmerson, also search for Jimerson.]

Licensed to Wed:

J. I. Stephenson, 45, Lomarsburg & M.A. Madwell, 39, Shell Knob

Rufus D. Bolin, 21, Jenkins & Martha Felkins, 19, Jenkins

James M. Jones, 42, Purdy & Sarah F. Metcalf, 20, Butterfield

Wm. H. Bly, 25, Shell Knob & Eugelia Craft, 18, Viola

Ambrose H. Henson, 20, Jenkins & Rhoda M. Edens, 17, Jenkins

J. G. Johnson, 37, Rogers, Ark. & M. E. Daly, 30, Rogers, Ark.

Gunter News: Mr. and Mrs. James Turner are the happy parents of a new babe.

Muncy News: Grandma Norris was buried last Sunday.

Washburn News: Prof. C. B. McCary is wielding the rod in the absence of Prof. Farley.

Washburn News: Prof. Farley's family was gladdened by the arrival of a brand new girl babe the other night.

Circuit Court

State expel Joseph Hudson et al vs. A. F. Hilker; alias writ order returned next; term of court.

John Hodge, vs. Mattie Hodge, divorce; plaintiff's bill dismissed. Temporary alimony of $25. allowed.

J. A. Wilson vs. A. J. Henderson, continued by agreement.

H. H. Shewmake vs. L. A. Shewmake, divorce; dismissed.

L. F. McNally vs. Alice V. McNally, divorce; dismissed by plaintiff.

State of Missouri vs. Charles Baker, murder in first degree. Trial by jury and verdict of 60 years in the state penitentiary.

State of Missouri vs. C. M. Sparkman, selling intoxicating liquors. Plea of guilty and fined $10.

State of Missouri vs. Charles Davis and Charles Garret, assault with intent to rape; nolle prosse entered.

State of Missouri vs. E. M. Fisher, murder in first degree, hung jury.

Nora Rosenthal vs. Sam Rosenthal, divorce; decree granted.

State of Missouri vs. John Blankenship, felonious assault; recognized in sum $500.

State of Missouri vs. Morris Sparkman, murder, continued.

State of Missouri vs. F. N. Reese, suffering intoxicating liquor to be drank on premise nolle prosse entered.

State of Missouri vs. Charles Davis, robbery; nolle prosse entered.

State of Missouri vs. John Dudley, burglary and larceny; continued by state.

State of Missouri vs. Jim Collier, disturbing the peace; verdict for defendant.

State of Missouri vs. John Gaskins et al, stealing from dwelling house, continued by state.

State of Missouri vs. Thos. Underwood, robbery, plea of guilty and sentence to five years in the pen.

State of Missouri vs. Thomas Jones, robbery; plea of guilty, sentenced to five years in the pen.

State of Missouri vs. Patrick Kellahar, pleas of guilty, punishment fixed at fine of $5.

State of Missouri vs. Patrick Kellahar, felonious assault; dismissed by state.

State of Missouri vs. J. A. Brown, robbery; trial by jury and verdict not guilty.  

Monett News: Tom Marbut met with an accident last week at the city well, by being stuck on the head. He is recovering nicely.

Forest Grove News: Archibald Laney is canvassing the township with a road petition.

New Site News: Mr. Charles Williams is sick with typhoid fever.

New Site News: Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rumbaugh, Monday, the 23, a daughter.

New Site News: Mr. Alba and Misses Mabel and Julia Banks are attending school at the Pierce City Baptist College.

Sheriff Sullivan is minus another boarder, Orlie Stringer of Monett, charge with seduction under promise of marriage, secured bond and Monday night disturbed the peaceful midnight slumber of Recorder Wear by applying for a marriage license. 

Licensed to Wed:

Walter W. McCubbin, 22, Leann & Adlla Hilton, 20, Leann

Oliver J. Simmons, 25, Cassville & Dovie Bryant, 20, Cassville

Arley O. Stringer, 19, Monett & Tillie C. Boyd, 18, Monett