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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1890
Page
4
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The Cape Gritteau Democrat endorses Robert White as a congressional candidate. Speaker Reed vows to cut off debate on the McKintoy tilf measure and push it to passage. The piece notes shifts in party margins and references a substantial, though unclear, vote change with Republican gains and Democratic losses.
Reports describe high water dangers on the Lower Mississippi with twelve drownings noted. River men report cattle, horses, and limbs swept away as people attempted to escape by rafts. Judge Hawkins, linked to a Scott County bid for Congress, is mentioned in a pole earlier but not clearly corroborated.
A fragmented report notes riots and election results favoring the Democratic party. Limbered corn and townships formerly Republican now show Democratic majorities as next November looms. the writing on the wall suggests a broad political shift.
The Sanatorial district comprising St Francois, Perry, St Genevieve, Cape Girardeau and Bollinger counties may see a hot contest for the Senate seat this year. No candidates are named yet, but momentum could rise as the race develops. The Democratic majority from 1888 stood firm, but a shift is possible. In Europe, a London cablegram reports Queen Victoria weighing abdication. It notes she may resign, with the Prince of Wales to be crowned King of England and Emperor of Italia.
The article portrays Jeff Chandler a railroad attorney as a candidate for the United States Senate to succeed Senator West. It accuses him of Democratic platform violations and notes Republican endorsements as proof of his partisan alignment. It also claims few Democratic counties would elect him or any ally of his.
A flawed, garbled speech notes Senator Hawley as a key Republican voice in Congress. It claims he warned against extremes in pension policy and promised to oppose efforts he deemed risky. The piece discusses election dynamics, candidate support, and predicted voting patterns ahead of a major race.
Fragmented text discusses frauds and scams affecting markets including telecommunication brands and foreign schemes. It references price manipulation and deceptive practices impacting regional trade, noting a broad pattern of imposture and misrepresentation.
The text fragment discusses a political figure named Chanter in a debate on protective tariffs and reform ideas. It references longing for a seat in the Senate and mentions protectionist and reform themes, noting divisions among senators. The excerpt is fragmentary and lacks clear context.
A historical railing against broad pensions for veterans questions fairness and accountability. The speaker denounces diluting benefits for those who did not serve while boosting support for devoted soldiers, warning of widespread fraud and exploitation of welfare funds.
A historical reflection on veterans, prisoners of war, and pensions. General Grant comments on petitions to Congress to grant pensions to all prisoners of war, describing varied prisoner experiences and arguing for equitable support without vetoing medical care or welfare, while emphasizing unity and duty.
The measure outlines pensions for dependent parents and for soldiers or sailors disabled by war service. It provides monthly payments starting at filing and continuing while dependence lasts. It also details eligibility for three months service in the late war, disability criteria, and the placement of widows, orphans, or dependent parents on the pension rolls with specified rates.
The text outlines pension provisions for widows of deceased enlisted officers and pension increases for minor children, with strict penalties for wrongdoing by agents or claimants. It also notes political discourse about a congressional race, and ends with a dramatic vow scene touching on marriage and obligation.
At Wichita a Salvation Army recruit joined the Methodist church on probation. A new member was to be admitted when a final objection arose. A Salvation sister stood, denounced the church, and, as deacons led her out, cried that Jesus Christ was taken from Jerusalem by one Jah and she was to be taken out by two, blaspheming and stunning the congregation.
The piece attacks Republican campaign material citing a near thirty three thousand dollar shortfall and accuses the party of debt from a thirty million dollar state administration. It urges focus on real issues and warns Democrats will avoid mudslinging while predicting a campaign fought on substance.
The Republication papers claim farm prices are cheaper in Europe. March quotas show pork at 10.50 in Western markets versus 13 in Liverpool, No 2 wheat 75 1 2 cents in Milwaukee equals 1 42 in Liverpool, lard 4.20 cents higher in England, and Milwaukee corn under 30 cents on tracks worth 1 at Liverpool. They call these free trade prices and urge Kansas Republicans to sacrifice protection benefits to gain access.
Diep Tirline At her son s Bollinger County Missouri home on February Eth 1890 Mrs Augusta Thiele aged 56 years born Baltimore Maryland February 8 1834 traveled to Cincinnati Ohio to see a physician. Devout church member loved her Bible and prayer book and awaited the Master s call. Rest in His perpetual sight is the prayer of her eldest son Louis W Thiele Aspen Colorado.
Several Bollinger County teachers met in Marble Hill on March 22 and organized the Bollinger County Teachers Association with W A Dunn as chairman and ILS Rotens as secretary. The aim is to form a teachers institute and invite every teacher in the county to join. The association plans meetings, the next on April 26, and all teachers are urged to attend.
A reflective critique of selecting poems for public recitation. It warns that personal taste may mislead, and judges suitability by audience reception and stage fit. Examples show first person voices and dramatic personas often fail when performed aloud. The piece emphasizes appearance and delivery shaping success.
The County Court of Bollinger County Missouri offers a reward of two hundred dollars for the apprehension of those responsible for the murder of an unnamed infant found near the St Louis Iron Mountain and Southern Railway two miles northwest of Lutesville. An additional one hundred dollars may be awarded for arrests if final conviction occurs. The reward is paid by Bollinger County and conditions require conviction before payment.
Public examinations will be held in Marble Hill on the fourth Thursday and the following Friday and Saturday each month. Teachers are requested to meet me on those days. No private examination will be given. Yours truly, W. A. Dune, Commissioner.
Probate Court in Bollinger County Missouri orders sale of real estate to satisfy debts in the estate of Joseph Haker, deceased. Sale at the county courthouse on May 12, 1890, between 10 am and 5 pm. Describes half of lot 1, part of lot 2 and other parcels in section six, township, range, with boundaries and prior conveyances. Ten percent cash down, credit terms, interest, and security requirements noted. Elizabeth Baker and William Baker listed as parties.
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