16 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1902
Page
1
From the Thirteenth Congressional District election race, Noe Hom and Dranino Jovcen tS contest the domestic congressional primary.
Bollinger County Times notes transfer of plant and subscriptions to The Pages with Dr S M Fey and Burette Border overseeing. Settles accounts by crediting subscribers. thanks rivals Mr Solder and Dr Finney. Devotes effort to democracy and county development. mentions political events, a death, and upcoming primary planning.
In a concise extract from the Secretary of State's forthcoming political handbook, the piece contrasts six years of Republican rule in Missouri with the Democratic era, noting a shift from "goft anap" conditions to more business like practices. It highlights how official records depict differences in governance style and administrative tone between the two parties.
The article attacks Republican control in Missouri, alleging vast misses of state funds by the secretary of state and insurance departments. It claims corporate fees and taxes under Democratic leadership poured into the treasury, enabling tax relief for individuals and highlighting alleged mismanagement by Republicans.
Meetings held in Bollinger County townships last Friday elected delegates for a county convention on Saturday. Robert Drucy was named chairman with D. K. Wettenbauet secretary. Committees on resolutions and order of business reported endorsing the Democratic party and Governor Stone. Candidates listed include Representative J. M. Welker, Circuit Clerk Sam J. McMinn, County Clerk J. A. Taylor, Collector Barbit Snider, Prosecuting Attorney Charles G. Hevelle, Sheriff A. P. Eidracher, Probate Judge D. C. Klippard, Treasurer J. V. Shokard, Presiding Judge J. M. Zimmerman, and others J. L. Spencer, J. P. Limbaugh, J. M. Witmer.
A mixed era column surveys political missteps and public sentiment. It notes tensions over the Nicaragua Canal bill and Philippine policy, mentions Roosevelt, Wallace, and Rhodes, and reports Wisconsin paper mill strikes and talk of a military guard for the President.
The passage mixes remarks on telegraphy costs, a palace offer, Senator Quay humor about a constitutional amendment, a Fort Leavenworth case, typhoid fever, fugitive partners, and a Civil Service Commission report noting 80 684 names on the eligible list for appointments, signaling a debate on exams and employment.
Health is generally good. Rev. Biffle preached a sermon at Sandy night. Noah Monsor and family attended church at Union Hill. Prof. P. B. Richards hired to teach the coming year. Rev. M. K. Helton improved property with a new SUV. Stickard and son Led went to Marble Hill for a convention. Young people enjoyed a musical event at Rev. M. E. Helton’s Friday night.
Local items from Sedgewickville report growing weather and bicycle activity. Seabaugh suffered a severe fall and is laid up for repairs while others plan trips to Charleston Exposition and Texas by bicycle. Rev Tracy hosts a protracted meeting. Henry Fikoart contemplates leaving for Texas. Republicans respond to the recent Democratic ticket nomination. blacksmith W. S. Smith stays busy and Joe Homerig rides his new wheel.
Pleasant weather prevails as farmers plant corn. R B Whitener and Miss Josie Ferguson wed recently amid ongoing wedding fashion. Robert Shetley hosted a Tuesday evening entertainment. Jack Whitener erects a new paling fence. Christopher Rhodes improves from illness. Robert White hosted Saturday night entertainment for locals. Zach Sitze from Marble Hill visited Castor last Friday seeking a school. The Gravaltime team has been playing strong baseball in recent games.
Health is good in this vicinity as farmers plow for care. David Stell hosted a singing last Sunday night enjoyed by all. J W G Maho and J M Ford traveled to Laurenville on a business trip. J M Shell runs a Friday grist mill. Mise Belle Haha visiting J W Ford and family Sunday. Willard Pickett of Clubb Creek was in town last week. Jobo James and Miss Dolls Gaines were married.
Fragmentary local items mention R Reber and Galaway on a business trip to Stoddard City, with a Thursday reference and a Tesorne likely a misspelling. The rough notes imply social or community notes in a small-town column with names and a travel plan.
M I A Notes report a student visit, trips to Washington for Herbert, a church gathering, and a small Friday baseball game between Marble Titus and Letonville teams ending 28 to 16 in favor of the Marble side. The Virog Peoples Meeting is urged for next Sunday, with pastoral visits noted at New Salem Church.
Afir two weeks absence I will come oh Fagnets are busy preparing for spring crops. Our stave factory is short of timber wing ope prions. Our school directors met and named our teachers for next winter. James Kieder was named principal and Mins Revelle will teach the primary. They voted ten dollars to buy library books and debated extending the school term to a three month short term.
Local items report recovery from smallpox by William Robertson and family, praise for Dr. Austmer, visits among families including the Huskey, Robertson, Peters, and Bass families. Public illness such as whooping cough and measles noted, children attending the Normal, farmers plowing for corn and oats, fences being repaired, and several residents moving or visiting nearby towns.
Fire sweeps the Southeast Missouri Normal School building at Cape Girardeau on the night of April 1 damaging the structure, with an estimated loss of 89000 and insurance of 34000. Authorities name local officials and investigators as the fire is blamed on chemicals after classes had ceased. The school district plans to rebuild promptly, citing the institution as a state pride and one of the best in Missouri.
Notice to 40 creditors and interested parties of the final settlement of the estate. Probate Court of Ballinger County will convene at Marble Hill on Monday May 12, 192. The next term follows after Saturday May 17. Cuantes FP Binewett listed among claimants.
Notice announces forthcoming final settlements for the estates of John L. Johnson W. J. Hightower B. P. Stevens Sarah Berle J. M. Tinnia and others. Administrators and executrices require creditors and interested parties to file claims within specified one to two year windows as probate courts convene in Marble Hill. Names include Amos M. Monday J. R. Hooney Sophia B. Stevens J. H. Reagan and J. H. Reagan with dates in May 1902.
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