Stories of Interest from the Hickman Courier from August 31, 1872 A meteor was viewed by several observers in Hickman at ten o’clock on August 26th. Witnesses claimed it was the size of a “full moon” and was “white like molten silver.” The corn crop in the region was reported to be greatly damaged by the drought. However, the tobacco crop appeared to be “never better than present.” Shots were exchanged in Hickman on the evening of August 24th between a Mr. Woodworth and William Craig. Craig was seriously wounded, and it is feared he may die. A man by the name…

Stories of Interest from the Hickman Courier from August 24, 1872 A widespread drought remained in the region that caused major concerns on the harvest of the corn crop. A gunfight occurred on August 19th in Hickman when a drunk and belligerent Mr. McFarland of James Bayou, Missouri attempted to evade arrest by Officer John Cole. Prior to his capture between 15 and 20 shots were fired as McFarland fled through the city streets. No injuries were reported. He was fined $100 and released the next day by the City Court. The Beech Wood Seminary in Hickman planned to commence classes on…