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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1903
Page
2
A scrambled collection of clever quips and short items from a historical page. It touches on Wall Street rumors, political figures such as Castro, Abdul Hamid, and Czars, plus stray notes on coffee consumption, dialects in Africa, women’s clubs, moon atmosphere, and various social curiosities. The piece reads like a collage of era-specific jokes, partial anecdotes, and headlines.
A Missouri bank raid by a two-man crew escalated into gunfire after breaching a private deposit box area. They emptied boxes including portage Hampe and blank money orders before blowing a safe at Ringen's hardware store. Alarmed owner Overstreet and a nearby marshal formed a posse, engaging the robbers as they fled along the Missouri Pacific tracks. The pair escaped on horseback two miles west before vanishing into Smithton.
A county grand jury and county officials prepare in Jefferson City for potential indictments against gamblers active in the city. County prosecutors say most accused are not proven professional gamblers, with talks of upcoming actions and a push for Monday reforms ahead of the weekend saloon crackdown.
Patrick Hubbard believing a conspiracy against his life fired at Richard O Rourke of Mound Street injuring him in the abdomen then turned the revolver on himself missing the shot. He surrendered to officers and was held. Hubbard said he had been greatly wronged and left a farewell note to his daughter Mamie Hubbard of Rutland Vermont. He referred to O Rourke saying I will give both him and me
Doniphan Missouri report that the West Prairie Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church concluded a three day session with four resolutions passed without dissent. The resolutions condemn modern walls and urge ministers to preach against the perceived evils, citing dangers to virtue for both men and women.
Dana M Strong, Cameron photographer, alleges he was lured to the home of W B Lawrence and painted tarred and feathered. He sued Lawrence Sewall Brown and Dr J McArthur for 2000. He has disappeared from Cameron and plans to prosecute at Plattsburg on April 18. Grand Jury returns true bill against Lawrence and Sewall Brown. Missouri Central Railroad inspectors tour Columbia right of way as finance talks continue for a Kansas City to St Louis line.
Five Missouri packing companies were fined $5000 each on March 20 for antitrust law violations. Through their attorney Frank Hagerman they mailed to the state supreme court a draft for $27,136 covering fines and costs. The firms: Armour Packing Company, Cudahy Packing Company, Hammond Packing Company, Swift & Co, and Schwarzmchild Sulzberger. Payment was sent before due, as offenders had thirty days to satisfy the judgment.
Sedalia Missouri reports burglars robbed four Sterrile business houses on Friday night. Cordrey's drug store White's dry goods Dillard's grocery and Everett's grocery were entered. Thieves secured only a small amount of money from each place.
Jefferson City Missouri reports a bankruptcy petition filed in the U S district court by Jos L Cartwright a Pettis county farmer and stock dealer. Liabilities total 94417 notes and mortgages 29400 unsecured claims 600857 assets 19642.50 including real estate 10642.50 personal property. schedules show partial mortgaging with exemptions claimed.
Jefferson City Missouri judges decide to suspend all county warrants and refrain from paying claims until the grand jury completes its doodle investigation. They do not know total costs but move to keep cash on hand to cover jury expenses.
Joplin city council grants a gas franchise to R. M. Snyder and M. M. Sweetwater of Kansas City to pipe natural gas from eastern Kansas fields to Joplin, a fifty mile distance. The company, owning gas lands and wells, seeks franchises in multiple cities including Webb City, Carthage, Galena and Columbia.
An 18 year old Annie Underwood of Carterville died Friday from morphine taken to relieve pain. The incident occurred in Carthage Missouri and the death is attributed to morphine consumption.
New Madrid Missouri reports Arkansas action at 7 30 pm Saturday as a cannon fired and a large crowd gathered. In Cameron Missouri Turney elects the youngest mayor, William A Bisch editor of the Turney Times, aged 21.
Neldmeyer, Republican, sworn in as mayor of Columbia Missouri after winning the April 7 election. He assumed office in a Saturday ceremony, marking the official start of his term in the city government.
Fayette Missouri reports results from the intercollegiate prohibition contest held Saturday night awarding first prize to Q G Greever of Central College Payette second prize to C A Baird of Christian University Canton and third prize to Ar Sold Glear of Central Wesleyan College.
Marshall hosts the seventh district federation of clubs with seven counties and forty delegates. Mrs Philip N Moore of St Louis delivered an interested address while District President Mrs P H Roa of Marshall also spoke.
Adrain Missouri Mrs Polly Young mother of Mrs BE Cox died here Friday night aged 71 years. Three children survive her.
Marshall residents will vote in a special election on April 28 to decide if the city should buy the current waterworks for 40000 dollars. The system has served the city for sixteen years and originally cost about 70000 dollars.
Marshall Missouri reports the funeral of Mrs Nancy Harrison Catron aged 83 at Blackburn on Saturday. A pioneer resident of Latay, she was remembered by local mourners in a quiet service.
Salisbury Missouri reports the death of Judge T Newbold on Saturday at age 90. The obituary notes his long service in the local judiciary and ties to the Salisbury community.
Hartville resident Tim Lang disappeared from Webster County on March 16. The coroner’s jury ruled his death as self-inflicted. Lang’s body was recovered from the James River near Mareh Geld last week.
A fragment notes that years ago a man was a trading merchant in this section of the state. It mentions his longstanding ties to local commerce and the region where his business operated, reflecting on historical economic activity.
In Beverly, Eleanor asks Aunt Emma if Mr Page loves her and whether she should pursue independence or a life of marriage. Emma deflects with cautions about love and social expectations while Eleanor insists on making her own path and career plans.
A observed theory notes pickpockets favor heavyset men who alert easily to touch and jostling. It claims thinner, more passive people are less vigilant, making them easier targets. Police advise watching the "fat" ones when seeking a dip in crowded areas.
Swiss hotel industry operates with about 1 900 properties and a yearly revenue near 120 million dollars. The sector employs roughly 23 000 people, including 3 000 women, and many hotels stay open year round with summer crowds overflowing. Travelers nearly 3 million annually visit, moving among hotels and attractions, contributing more in receipts than the Swiss government and supporting a large workforce.
A dying miser delays signing a will as relatives summon a minister and lawyer. Propped in bed he barely writes his name as George Gore, but a greedy relative forces the pen into his hand. The man snaps that he will die when he is ready, cursing the avarice of kin.
A light fabric bag with many pockets holds assorted gifts. Recipients search each pocket daily or save them for special dates like Christmas and Valentine’s Day. The toy suits children well, encouraging daily exploration of pockets until all contents are found.
Four thousand six hundred fifteen dentists serve the United Kingdom, roughly one dentist for every eight doctors. This reflects a dense dental workforce relative to the medical profession in the region.
A fragment notes sago palm nourishment compares to 163 acres of wheat. It mentions ingredients of Greek fire likely including sulfur, oil, and resin with speculative ancient chemical hints. The text presents curious contrasts between staple foods and incendiary compounds.
The latest estimate places the total length of the world’s railways at about five hundred thousand miles, reflecting continued expansion and infrastructure development across major regions. Transport authorities and industry analysts note growth driven by urbanization and freight demand.
The fragment references baptism dates tied to early coming of age rituals and an East London context. Readable details are sparse. names, places, or clear events are not fully provided.
Burton Holmes, famed traveler and lecturer, is to marry Margaret Oliver of Has trom as his engaging announcement notes. Holmes has long delighted audiences with his remarkable migrations described in travel narratives that have charmed thousands of Wayd homes and travelers alike.
A 15 000 strong mob opposed to the reflection of Lernardo Reyes marched to Governor Reyes residence in Monterey shouting Death to Reyes. Police clashed killing five and wounding many. Gov Reyes a former war minister and popular public figure faced waning support and potential presidency prospects.
The Philadelphia Record reports on diverse prayers by lawmakers and chaplains across states. Mentions Delaware, Arkansas, Kansas, and Massachusetts using rhetoric on reform, party politics, and governance. Controversial lines accuse parties of treason and seek divine blessing for political aims.
L F Swift, eldest son of G F Swift, is believed to be poised to become president of Swift and Co. He is the son of the late president and is considered unlikely to take actual charge. E C Swift, first vice president, is his brother. L F Swift is noted as second vice president and has long directed company affairs.
Skye Temple, famed Confederate scout under Gen. Lee, is in distress in New York and near penniless. Wounded repeatedly in the Civil War, he suffers constant pain and cannot sleep well, living on a floor pallet as he awaits aid from a Confederate veteran camp members in the city.
Rumor spread that John A. Creighton, Omaha financier and bank president, had withdrawn substantial funds from an Ings bank started by Bu R Ru un on Bank near Sinte Say tte, Mont. Officials deny the claim and cite no basis for the canard.
A Chilean town seeks to become a municipality, aiming to govern itself and gain formal status. The push centers on local leadership, infrastructure, and public services as key steps toward self-rule. Citizens rally behind the effort, citing potential improvements in governance and resource management.
A Berlin article quotes Count Reventiow of the Prussian army criticizing the American navy as an infant force and claiming it would not cope with Germany’s warships. The piece notes the stirred reaction to Admiral Dewey and emphasizes the heated exchange.
A late Tom Reed associate recalled Reed’s stance against the Spanish American War and U S intervention in Cuba. Reed reportedly told a friend he would not sacrifice American blood for the Cubans or the island’s fate, joking he might blame a named senator for stirring war sentiment.
The article notes the striking likeness between Mr bemain and his son Austen, who is eyed as the future leader. While the postmaster general and colonial secretary styles differ, they share youth, public presence, and the same gaze from the crowd. When the younger Chamberlain sought Parliament, an unfriendly audience heckled him, shouting Get out old Joe Let the young man speak for himself, fueling misrecognition between father and son.
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