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From: "Kathy Bowlin" <>
Subject: [MOHOWARD-L] Higbee News, 7 July 1927, pt 1 of 3
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 22:45:57 -0600


The following are selected articles from a Newspaper titled, "The Higbee News" which
was issued out of the town of Higbee, in Randolph County, Missouri from the years 1888
through 1953. The editors were W. H. Welch and his son H. Scott Welch. This paper covered the Higbee area and also a great deal of
the northeastern part of Howard county. The copyright notice at the end of this transcript is there for the sole purpose of keeping
this work free to the public, and to ensure that it is not
harvested by a fee-based corporate genealogy site, or published in any format for profit. If you decide to use the information from
this transcription, PLEASE LIST ME AS THE SOURCE, rather than the paper. My transcription is another generation removed from the
microfilm, and would thus be a third generation copy of the original paper. For proper documentation, a researcher should obtain a
photocopy of the microfilm for their own permanent records, and use my transcript as a guide or index. The microfilm is available
for interlibrary loan through the State Historical Society of Missouri, and a copy is also on file at the Moberly Public Library,
generously donated by the Higbee Historical Society.
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Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 1--SPENT HALF HOUR IN DEEP
WELL--Mrs. R. H. Johnson, north of Duncan's Bridge, spent an uncomfortable and
terrifying half hour in a 12-foot well last Thursday afternoon. While drawing water from
the well, she explained after her rescue, the top suddenly gave way and she plunged to the
bottom. Coming up, she grabbed the pipe and chain, thus managing to keep her head
above the water until her husband, working in the field, finally heard her cries and came
to her assistance.--Paris Appeal.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 2--FINAL WARNING--Notice is
hereby given that all trespassers must keep off my farm, as I intend to prosecute all such
to the full extent of the law. I am compelled to take this step, as fishermen, bathers and
others seem to take a delight in going on my property, not only for their own pleasure, but
to annoy and aggravate me, and on several occasions have broken down fences, left gates
open and turned my stock out. I have stood all of such outrages that I intend to and from
this time on all persons caught on the premises, no matter who they may be or for what
purpose they are there, will be made to pay dearly for it, for if I can't stop the practice any
other way, I shall not hesitate to protect my property and my rights by the use of powder
and shot. I hope I shall not have to resort to such extreme measures, but shall do so as
sure of God reigns unless trespassing is stopped, and beg of all not to force me to use any
such measures. I shall play no favorites, but shall compel each and everyone to remain
off my property, whether they be high or low, rich or poor. This is the last warning I
intend to give, so heed it, unless you are looking for trouble. If the latter is your object, I
will certainly accommodate you, if powder and lead will do it. Don't think I am bluffing,
for I was never more in earnest in my life. I have tried to be generous with fishing and
bathing parties, but have been mistreated by all, and have determined to keep all
trespassers off my premises. So take heed and keep off, as I mean what I say. G. R.
RENNOLDS.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 2--INJURED IN RUNAWAY--The
following from the Centralia Guard will be of interest to our readers, Mr. Pool being the
son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Lon Coleman of this place, and quite well known here:
"Frank Pool was badly injured at his farm east of Centralia Wednesday when his
team hitched to a disc started up or ran away with him, throwing Mr. Pool to the ground
and under the disc. The sharp discs cut deep gashes in the calves of both his legs and he
was also bruised. Mr. Pool was brought to Centralia and it was found necessary to take
six stitches in one of the wounds. The injured man is still in considerable pain, but is
thought to be getting along very well under the circumstances. Mr. Pool's many friends
will join us in the hope that he may not long be kept out of his crops and that he may
quickly recover from his painful and unfortunate injury.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 2--THOS. WARFORD SELLS
DRUG STORE.--Thos. Warford, formerly of this place, who has been in the drug
business at Madison for several years, last week sold out to Fred Swartz of that place, the
latter then disposing of a half interest to Dr. C. C. Smith, also formerly of this place. Mr.
Warford was forced to sell owing to his health. He was operated on several months ago,
it will be remembered, for tumor of the brain, since which time he has been partially
paralyzed, but which is gradually leaving him, we are glad to say. We are not advised as
to Mr. Warford's plans for the future, but presume that he intends to remain in Madison.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 3--HAND SEVERELY
BURNED--Ernest Lewis better known as "Dink," had his right hand very severely
burned one day last week while working around an automobile, a pan of gasoline which
he had about the car, catching fire, and as his hand and arm, to the elbow, was pretty well
covered with the fluid, the back of his hand was burned to such an extent that the skin
hung down beyond his finger tips.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 3--TOBE PERKINS DEAD--Tobe
Perkins, a former resident of this community, died at the home of a daughter in Hannibal
on Sunday. Interment was made at Moberly Tuesday. Deceased was 65 years old and is
survived by one son and three daughters.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 3--Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Fulton and
daughters, Misses Katherine and Mary and Miss Dorothy Price, of Cherokee, Kansas,
were the guests of Higbee relatives and friends Sunday and Monday.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 1, Col. 4--JOE HACKLEY TAKES HIS
OWN LIFE--The news of the death of Joseph Hackley by his own hands on last
Thursday night was a great shock to his friends in this section of the county. Mr. Hackley
resided in Armstrong several years ago, and was well known to most of the people of
north Howard, in fact was well known all over Howard county. A special from Fayette
under date of July 2nd, gives the following account of the tragic death of Mr. Hackley:
"After being dead nearly twelve hours as a result of a self-inflicted bullet wound
in his temple, Joseph Hackley, a middle-aged taxi driver of this town was found lying in
the back seat of his car late yesterday. Marvin Philips, rural mail carrier found the body.
The pistol was still held in Hackley's hand. The car was parked at Swinney Crossing
about two miles from here, and a straw hat covered the man's face. Passersby during the
day supposed him to be asleep. Mr. Hackley left here early yesterday morning
supposedly to take a passenger. A note in his pocket asked that nobody be blamed for his
death and asserted that he (Hackley) was both physically and financially broke and a poor
man might as well be dead. Concern for his widow was evidenced in the last sentence of
the note which urged her "not to take it too hard." The man is survived by his widow,
Mrs. Blanche Hackley, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hackley, of Lee's Summit, three
brothers and three sisters. Hackley had lived in Fayette for a number of years and was
well known in the community. Funeral services will be held from the residence here
Sunday afternoon. Dr. T. C. Richards, coroner, held the inquest at 9:30 Saturday
morning. The jury found that "Joseph Hackley deceased, came to his death by gunshot
wounds in the head, inflicted by himself." Evidence brought out at the inquest proved
that Hackley drove to Swinney Crossing at ?(unreadable) o'clock Thursday morning. He
was about 45 years old and had been in the taxi business in Fayette for 15
years.--Armstrong Herald.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 2. Col. 1,--OUR HUNTSVILLE LETTER,
By W. T. Dameron--The funeral and burial of Mrs. Anna Sears, whose death was
mentioned in last week's News, was largely attended here Sunday afternoon at the Baptist
church, of which she had been a long-time member. The pastor, Rev. F. P. Davidson,
was assisted in the services by Rev. B. F. Heaton, former pastor of the church, and Rev.
Perry F. Sears, of Clifton Hill. Many out-of-town relatives and friends were present. She
leaves three sisters, Mrs. Vichie Aubuchon, of Santa Ana, California; Mrs. Eva McCrary,
of Wichita, Kas., and Mrs. Minnie Terrill of this city, and a number of nephews and
nieces. Burial in the city cemetery.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 2. Col. 1,--OUR HUNTSVILLE LETTER,
By W. T. Dameron--A reunion of former Mayor and Mrs. H. L. Rutherford's children
and grandchildren was held at the Rutherford home here Sunday, and a picnic dinner was
served on a table under the shade trees in the yard. It was an elegant feast prepared by the
daughters and granddaughters of the venerable couple. The "star" meats consisted of
friend young squirrel and fried chicken. Various and delicious sweets were also served.
Mr. Rutherford is nearly 87 years of age and is quite feeble, and had to be carried to the
table in a chair. He has been unable to stand alone or walk a step for quite a while. His
wife is 84 years old, and also feeble, but is able to walk about the house. Uncle Hade and
Aunt Vicie, as they are affectionately called by all the young people of the town who
know them, are grand old people, but their passing doesn't seem to be far away,
especially Uncle Hade. All their children and grandchildren, except Walden Rutherford,
a grandson, and family, of Kansas City, were there. Those present were: Mrs. Jean
Rutherford Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Rutherford, Mr. and Mrs. Neal Payne, of
Huntsville; Mr. and Mrs. Edward Isaacson, of Council Bluffs, Ia. Grandchildren: Mr.
and Mrs. Jim Limberg and Mr. and Mrs. Rutherford Taylor, St. Louis; Mr. and Mrs. Glen
Huntsman, of Huntsville. Bee Dameron and Jim Dillman, who reside at the Rutherford
home, did their part at the table.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 2. Col. 1,--OUR HUNTSVILLE LETTER,
By W. T. Dameron--Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones, of Colorado Springs, visited Milo Darr
and family here Saturday last. They were on their way home from a visit to relatives
down in the state of Georgia. Mrs. Jones was formerly Miss Iola Adams, daughter of the
late J. V. Adams.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 2. Col. 1,--OUR HUNTSVILLE LETTER,
By W. T. Dameron--Mrs. Lydia Victor, of Homestead, Texas, arrived here last Friday on
an extended visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Johnston, and other relatives. She
tells some interesting stories about the great rainstorm and hurricane that swept part of
that state this year. The roof of her own home was blown off and the lower floor flooded
with water, and said that she, as well as her husband, was scared to a frazzle when the
gale struck the house.

Thursday, 7 July 1927, Vol 41. No. 9. Page 2. Col. 1&2,--OUR HUNTSVILLE
LETTER, By W. T. Dameron--County Judge B. H. Shiflett left Wednesday for the
Mayo hospital, Rochester, Minn., for consultation and physical examination by a hospital
specialist. Four years ago the Judge had a goiter removed from his neck, located just
below the collar bone, which enlargement, of course, could scarcely be seen outwardly.
For some time here of late the Judge has been feeling the effects of what he believes to be
the second growth of the goiter, hence his visit to Mayo hospital where he had the goiter
removed. It is hoped by his friends here that it will not be necessary for him to undergo
another surgical operation for the same thing, as it is a very dangerous one, owing to the
location of the goiter.


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