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The Houston Herald from Houston, Missouri • Page 7

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Houston, May 31, 1979 Section A Page 7 while playing frisbee; David Cross, 20, Cabool, puncture wound in foot when Cobble Murder Trial Injured In Accidents stepped on nail; Emmett Frost, 66, Houston, injured leg and hip in fall; Kermil Haney, 48, Houston, foreign body in eye; Jarrod Feltz, 7, injured head in fail from play May 24 John Atchison, The Hobert Cobble mur- Chapel Church across from der trial got underway here the Cobble home. He Circuit evidence would show that following his arrival at the Kinserlow home. Frankie Brook's testimony followed the same lines as that of Frampton except he said all three men left the car Tuesday before was "over three times" the level set for purposes of determining intoxication in the State of Missouri. In a night session of court, testimony was offered by ibers of the Cobble fam- Judge Weldoi with a jury composed of six ily had been annoyed by women, set; Brad Coen, 7, Houston, cut head in fall from slide. May 27 Larry Hale, 22.

Cabool, laceration above eyebrow in auto accident; Jackie Edwards, 9, Licking, cut knee in bicycle accident; Jess Ross, 11, Cabool, bums on foot and ankle while starting lawnmower; Patricia Stark, 22, Licking, cuts and bruises sustained in motorcycle accident: Edna Graham, 20, Wichita, ankle injury in auto accident. for a few moments when they lights and auto noises until 3 a.m. the previous night, and 28. Summersville. cuts in chain saw accident; William Garrison, 9, dog bite laceration under arm.

May 25 John Hathaway, 36, Ellis Prairie, loader bucket fell on foot; Seaman Mahan, 7, Eminence, tombstone fell on leg. May 26 Jason West, 6, Cabool, son of Jean West, finger injury from air compressor; Linda Morgan, 24, Cabool, injured ankle in fall Edgmond's two friend: is charged Cobble, Llovd Framoton and Frankie into the churchyard with the second degree pistol that Cobble got a pistol, slaying of Sherman Edg- telling his wife, "I'm going to ask those people mond, Hartshorn, in March, 1978. In his opening statement to the court. Prosecuting At- move Price said Cobble intended to fire a warning shot, if necessary, but that May 21 Shirley Sanders, 14, Mtn. Grove, injured foot while playing ball; Bob Mog-er, 20.

Houston, injured knee: Monique Compton, 20 daughter of Jaqueline Compton. Houston, injured shoulder while playing; Frank Donaldson, 58, Eminence, tick bite; Steve Barton, 17, Houston, injured shoulder in automobile accident; Tom Smith. 29, Cabool, injured foot getting out of truck; Louise Stephens, 44, Cabool, injured ankle in fall. May 22 George Gaston. 67, Houston, cut thumb; Donna Delcour, 10.

daughter of Patsy Brown, injured arm and elbow while wrestling. May 23 Phillip Bates. 18, Houston, cut palm of hand; Vera Heiney. 21. Summersville, hit on toe by soft-bail; Randy Tumlinson, 23, Houston, cut forehead: Jeanne Schrumpf, 21, Houston, injured elbow in fail.

As could be expected the holiday weekend sent a number of persons to the emergency room at Texas County Memorial Hospital for treatment. Falls caused most of the accidents. The list included: May 19 Howard Barr, 65, Cabool, partial amputation of thumb while moving a bed: Alvin Halstead. 58, Summersville, sprained ankle in fall from ladder: Mary Max. 61.

Hartville, cut hand in tailgate of truck: James Ulmer. 26, Fenton. cut thumb while chopping wood; A uty mn Carm ich ael 2 daughter of Ruth and Orval Carmichael, Cabool, injured hand in fall from swing set. May 20 Thomas Hull, 32. House Springs, hit leg with sledge hammer; Evelina Murr, 73.

Licking, injured hand in fall: Darvm Cook, 12. son of Edwin Cook, Plato, stepped on nail. Brooks. Frampton stated the and iust getting back in three had spent ail of the when Cobble arrived. Ac-Friday preceding the shoot- cording to Brooks, Cobble, ing and the Saturday of the after saying he was tired of shooting working on trucks the disturbance that had and riding around the Eunice been going on in the last -Kaymondville area looking ght two- Pulled a for a part for one of the from nis a1 pocket and trucks.

Frampton acknow- fired acrSB the toP of tne ledged a case of beer and car. hitting Edgmond, who several six-oacka had been 'hen "crumpled down. I tomey John Beeler said the the gun caught in his coat state would show that Edg- and discharged. Beeler's first witnesses mond and two companions lab and pathology arrived opposite the Cobble home in Eunice about 7:30 perts who stated Edgmond on the evening of March IS: had been shot once with a .22 that Hobert Cobble came caliber pistol- The bullet purchased at various times reached out and pulled him Sherr Help Wanted Act Londen Companies Need qualified people. We grew from 7 million to 273 million dollars in the loot five years.

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65401 no later than across the road, challenged entered the left chest, taking during the day. At one point their travels during the gasping for ard path. Cause of afternoon, Edgmond went to During Brooks' testimony, them and then shot Edg' a dow mond death Attorney J. Max Price said It Price did considerable ques is a hemorrhage, stated by the patho sleep in the back seat of the car for about 30 minutes. One of the passengers in the car that afternoon was tioning regarding how much the men had drunk that day and whether or not they were drunk when they pulled into logist that an examination of the blood alcohol content in Edgmond's body showed a 0.33 level.

This, he said, the defense would show that the three men were 'extremely intoxicated when they arrived at the Union Earnest Kinserlow, who let out at his home around 5 'he church drive. Brooks said before the trio stopped he thought tney naa eacn Top Quality Used Cars had four to six beers between 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. but were not drunk. Brooks also stated he told the others, Here comes Cobble" as he noticed Cobble approaching the car, crossing in front and moving to the driver's side.

"He had on a coat and his hands were in his pockets. He stopped at the Union Chapel Church at about 7:00 that evening. The group stopped at the church, according to Frampton. so that "Sherman could go to the bathroom." It was dark and Frampton, who was driving, said he turned the car lights off before they could shine into the Cobble trailer across the road. Only 1978 Chevrolet Vi Van Demonstrator, V8 FARM AUCTION Du to the death of my husband will sell the following property.

Saturday, June 2 Beginning At 11:00 A.M. DIRECTIONS TO SALE: 8 Miles South of Pt. Leonard Wood on AW to 17 USED CARS 1979 Cutlass Salon Brougham sedan, cloth engine, AM-FM 8 track, air conditioning, swivel, recline seats, refrigerator, cruise control, power steering and brakes, automatic AM-FM feet from the Edgmond left the car at the two thl window." Brooks radio, air con heard but did not see the gun fired. "1 was looking at television, plus PICKUPS or 1 Mile North of Roby on 17, turn on Paddy Creek Road go 2 mllea ditioning, power steering and brakes, economical 260 V8, 60-40 divided front seat, plus turn on Gravel road, Vatch for signs. church, testified Frampton.

Before he could get back in the car. Cobble had arrived on the scene and told them he was "getting tired of lights shining in his house and horns Frampton told the court he said. "We aren't looking for Farm Machinery Also testifying Tuesday night were Earnest and Karen Kinserlow who told of the group's arrival at their home and the phone calls made to Household Antiques service and any trouble" and Edgmond the ambuli 1977 Chevrolet Vt ton. 4x4, Scottsdale cab, V8, dual fuel tanks, power steering and brakes, uses regular fuel, automatic transmission, air conditioning. 1977 Chevrolet ton 4x4, Scottsdale cab, 400 VS.

dual fuel tanks, use reg. fuel. Power steering and brakes, automatic transmission, air conditioning. 1975 Chevrolet ton 4x4, power steering and brakes, uses reg. fuel.

1979 Mailbu coupe, AM-FM stereo. 305, V8. power steering and brakes, cruise control, tilt steering, plus more. 1977 Oldsmobile 98 Regency sedan, air conditioning, full power, cruise control, AM-FM stereo and tape. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon, air conditioning, power steering and brakes, automatic trans- sheriff's office.

Mrs. Kinserlow said that she had advised Frampton to move the beer out of his car but Kinserlow stated he knew nothing of this action until later. The trial was set to continue Wednesday with the presentation of the rest of the prosecution's case and the witnesses for the defense. 1 Bush Hog 1 Homemade Bush Hog Ford Tractor (new back tires) 1 Plow 2 Bottom 1 Diac 1 Buck Saw 2 Electric Fence Chargers Rubber Tire Wheel Barrow Tractor Blade 3 pt. Hay Trailer Hay Wagon Hay Kower Gas Tank (250 pal.) Hay Baler John Deere Hog Water Hog Feeder Garden Tiller Hanging Chicken Feeder Creep Feeder Cement Mixer Stock Rack for Ford (long wide plus more.

automatic i local one owner. 1972 Pontine Catalina coupe V8. air conditioning, power steering and Plus other older models Tools 1 Dinning Room Set (1950's) Buffet, China Closet.shaire Table 1 Lace Table Cloth 2 Meat or Vegetable Grinders Country" Flat Ware Set (new) 1 Plain White Table Cloth 1 Bowlvace Set (old) 1 Bavarian Bowl 2 deviled Egg Dishes 1 Glass Candy Dish. 1 Jelly or Cheese Dish 1 Set Dishes (Golden Rose Pattern) 1 Glass Resish Dish 1 Canister Set 1 Daisy Chum 4 Thurmos Bottles 1 Covered I. ilk Pitcher 1 Spice Rack 1 Electric Iron 1 Syrup fit cher 1 Set Dishes (37piecs) 1 Iedestal Candy Dish 1 Scuare Covered Glass Dish (old) 1 Glass Pitcher 1 Alladin Lamp 1 Humidor Pipe Holder (Walnut) 1 Set Coke Glasses (l6oz) 1 Set Green Glass Mugs 3 Old Medicine Bottles Crock Bowlsplatters 1 Flate Glass Mirror 1 Accordian 34 sise 1 Llectric Guitar Amphifier (child sz) 1 Braided Rug 1 Couch 4 Chairs 1 Twin Matress Sets, Hollywood Frame 1 Deer Head Mounted 1 Maple' Head Foot Board Hatressa prima 1 Iron Antique Hospital Bed 1 Iron half Bed 1 Trundle 13ed said, "What the hell do you want?" and then, Cobble fired his pistol and Edgmond said, "I've been hit!" Frampton stated Edgmond was standing in the open door on the passenger side of the car with one foot inside and that Cobble was on the driver's side about one foot away from the front window when the shot was fired.

Frampton said he told Cobble again, "We're not looking for trouble" and started the car, pulling away from the church as Brooks got Edgmond into the car. Frampton stated there were no firearms in the car and that none of them had offered any provocation to Cobble before the shot was The two men drove to the home of Earnest Kinserlow about three miles from the church and took Edgmond's body into the house, laying it on the living room floor until an ambulance, called by Karen Kinserlow, arrived. Before law enforcement officials reached the Kinserlow home, Frampton said he moved the beer from his car to the Kinserlow truck at Mrs. Kinserlow 's suggestion. He also said he might have made the statement.

"I'm going to kill Cobble" Carl Honeycutt FOR SALE: 1973 Chevrolet Impala 4 67,000 miles, air, power, auto. 967-4355, Houston. H50ltp CARPORT SALE; June 1 and 2, 9:00 until 1175 Charles Houston. Clothes and misc. H50ltp FOR SALE: 2 registered Polled Hereford Bulls, 27 and 30 months old.

One of Lamp Breeding, one of Mesa Breeding, will sell choice. Ralph Cockrum, 967-2749. H50ltp FOR SALE: 1977 Yamaha, 250 dirt bike, excellent condition. Call 417-932-4548 after 5 p.m. H503tp m.

KEEP THAT GREAT GM FEELING WITH GENUINE GM PARTS. Chevrolet Oldsmobile 1222 S. Highway 63 Houston Sto 2 Cross Cut Saws 12126 ga. Barbed Wire Wire Stretcher 1 Roll Screen Wire 1 lot Garane Door Tract 2 Hog Fanels 1 Large Vice 1 lot Galvanize Pipe Fittings Assort. Nuts Bolts Chain Saw, Blade Bar 3 Grease Suns Grinder 34 hp Drawer Set Wooden Work Bench 1 Chain Saw (2man) 1 Come-a-long 3 Hay Hooks 1" Table Saw 1 Spark Plug Cleaner 2 Lanterns 1 Metal Cabinet Ladders 20 Gal.

Heater Water Pump (jet) Electric Motors 1 lg. lot Garage door hardware 37 Ford V-8 60 Transmission 3 Furnaces Lumber Paneling Shallow Veil Pump Tank hp. Engine Assorted ucreenswindowa Punp Garage Door sections Hay Cicle Bar Assorted Rubber Wheels crap Iron Assorted Paint Table Tops 1 Set Snow Ice Chains Pipes Conpressorsfreezer units Fence posts (treated) Ford 289 Motor Antique Cider Press 1 lot angle Iron 1 Outboard Motor We'veMoved To A New Location 1-4 burner Coppertone Grocery Scales 4 j.c. i-orch Furniture Swing 2 Chairs 1 Skates 3utane Peculator 1 Chinese Loard Books Window Air Conditioner 2 ton Ulnuow Air Conditioner 1 room 5 Ton Central Air High Side Metal Kitchen Cabinet uetal Cloth Closet 2 Deep Meat Slicer (electric) Meat Saw 2 Llectric Pans Wall Pictures Add ins Machine Pots and Pans Dishes Tablechairs Wood Heating Stove Bunk 3eds (2 sets) DreBsermirror 3 Chest drawers amfm radio 52" 601b, Bow Ben Other Articles loo numerous To Mention Some Collectables 4 Til 'We're Now At 112 S. Second St.

Houston YARD SALE: Five family sale. Lots of childrens and womens clothing, Friday. Saturday, 8:30 to 5. 304 South Second Street, Houston. H50ltc RUMMAGE SALE: June 1 2.

3, Ruby Connolly's residence, l'l miles east of Raymondville Bank. Ceramic tile, new; clothing, all kinds, extra good men's shirts and punts, misc. H60ltp Sorosis Club The Houston Sorosis Club met Wednesday. May 16 at the home of Carrie Babb with 1 1 members present and one Don Romines presented information on the city salea tax proposal. Officers for next year were installed by Carrie Babb: president.

Rnann Schanda; first vice president, Chris Honeycutt; second vice president. Barbara Romines: secretary, Karla Frey; treasurer. Dana Hart; reporter Linda Janchyshyn. Former Freeman Furniture Location) Farris fir 4 Mrs. Alvin Wo.

ford Jf aw 1 71 MjMjW 1 ft. If i I MjW NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS TERMS: CASH NOTHING REMOVED UNTIL SETTLED J0R JOHNSON BROTHERS AUCTIOltiiERS R0BYt MISSOURI (458-4871) i 112 S. Second St. Houston 7 967-2736 (T.

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