07 Apr 1904
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1904
Page
1
The Bollinger County Democrat Central Committee is called to meet in Marble Hill on Thursday April 14 at 12 30 p m. All members are urged to attend. W A Dunn Chairman W B Yount Secretary.
W G Bronavues of Clinton appears to lead delegations in this region as the only farmer candidate running for a state office. He is highly recommended by his home supporters and seems favored by the local delegation.
The senator body faces public outrage as the Burton case result unsettles trust. Citizens expect the Senate to defend dignity and address misconduct, urging accountability for those involved.
Daily papers recount Miss Alice Roosevelt, daughter of the president, betting at the races. President Roosevelt reproved her, she swiftly declared her status as his daughter, packed her Saratoga belongings, and departed for New York. Steve’s strenuosity for you. What next?
Superintendent Carrington notes Bollinger County had 5118 school children with 4450 enrolled, 668 not in school, 90 teachers paid 14047.61 averaging 29.40, below state average but higher than several counties. County fund stands at 53631.02. He laments sixteen schools with over forty pupils not enrolled and challenges readers to act.
The Press announces Hon. T R R Ely of Kenntt as a candidate for State Senator in the Twenty first district, subject to the democratic convention. Ely is a relative unknown to many readers but is described as well recommended, having held several trusted positions.
In a near unanimous show of support from his own county, Mr. Ely is endorsed for the honorable position he seeks. He plans a visit soon to meet many residents and strengthen ties, hoping the familiarity will affirm his integrity and suitability.
The paper details widespread destruction from recent flood and storm in Southeast Missouri. Bridges, fences, crops, and stock swept away. railroad bridges and miles of track erased. New Madrid county reports a cyclone with seven known deaths. Big White Water and Castor River areas suffer major damage to farms and property.
The article remarks on Ralph Burton a United States Senator indicted and convicted, highlighting his claimed moral stance against corruption. It argues honesty defines citizenship and condemns private gain from office, noting Burton’s claim God is with him while warning against ethical compromise in public service.
The St. Louis Chronicle editorial denounces Wall Street stock schemes by officials and the defense of being poor as a cover for corruption. It insists that true progress requires public and private integrity, warning that a thief remains a thief regardless of status and money.
The administrator of the estate of J M Timin deceased will make final settlement on the first day of the next term of the Probate Court of Bollinger County at Marble Hill on Monday May 9 1901. 3 H Reagan Administrator
Southeast News notes Dunklin County Democrats held their primary last Saturday with Non J T Wells facing no opposition and set to succeed himself as representative Cash Book. Whitewater floods damage mills and roads. several dams washed out including Crites and Bollinger mills.
Our correspondents note oats sowing as the program now and people busy with farming as rain stops and springlike weather returns. Sunday school continues at Nichols chapel every Sunday and names such as Mrs. M. J. Bennett, Mr. Aubuchon, and the Wilfongs appear among recent visitors and locals.
Final settlement of the estate of Sarah Barks deceased will be made by James Barks, administrator, in Hill County on Monday May 9, 1904. Public notice issued by the administrator in the county office.
The surviving partner of the estate of D. F. Bollinger and H. F. Bollinger, D. F. Bollinger deceased, will hold a final Hill sale in the county on Monday, May 9, 1904. H. F. Bouncer, Surviving Partner.
Signed administrator W K Chandler to make final settlement of the estate of Sarah S Clippard deceased on the first day of the next term of the Probate court of Bollinger county to be held at Marble in 1904.
Collage notes describe a campus hunt week as young men scour the country, with training and prep unfolding. The fragment references an energetic search mindset and broad geographic scouting, hinting at a campus tradition of nationwide hunts.
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