Carver's body brought home

The remains of Henry Carver who was shot and killed by Ed Carrigan at Webb City, Tuesday night arrived here on the noon train today accompanied by his brother, Frank Carver. The deceased was 30 years of age they day he was killed. Some six or seven years ago Carver left Nevada and at the time of his death he was employed near Webb City. The shooting was due to some trouble over a woman named Mrs. Joe White. It is alleged that Carrigan made some remarks about Mrs. White which Carver resented.

75 years ago

New Rich Hill bank to open this week

RICH HILL, Mo. -- Articles of incorporation for the Security Bank of Rich Hill have been filed with the recorder of deeds of Bates County, at Butler, and a copy also filed with the secretary of state.

The new bank will have a capital of $25,000 and a surplus of $5,000. There are 62 stockholders and S.P. Lindsey of Corning, Ark., will be the cashier.

The new bank expects to open for business this week. Rich Hill has been without a bank since August 28, when the Farmers and Merchants and Peoples bank both closed their doors.

50 years ago

Letters to Santa Claus

Dear Santa,

I have be a fairly good boy and I would like to have some candy and fruit and a big road grader. Remember the other little boys and girls.

I am 5 years old.

Merry Christmas to you.

--Ronald Dean Maus, Schell City, Mo.

Dear Santa,

I am a little girl, 4 years old, I have been a good little girl. I would like a doll, blackboard and a set of dishes of Christmas.

My brother Herby would like a bike.

My sister Judy wants a new sweater.

I love you Santa,

Good-bye,

--Sheryl Ann Collins

P.S. Santa PLEASE remember all the little orphans.

Bring them something too.