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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1911
Page
2
A fractured montage of riddled prose and jokes spans weather tips, odd anecdotes, and social observations. It mentions a California man saving a dime, a parrot inheritance comment, a whale amberia tale, and stray notes on divorces, safety devices, and heat records.
A fragmented note suggests Ankiets may be seen as proper by Chicago society women but unlikely to gain favor in Queen Mary's circle. It hints that water refinement matters and swimming appeals. a swimmer faces no fear from a fool who rocks.
A train collision near Fort Wayne, Indiana, left five dead and about thirty injured. Rescue workers rushed victims from the wreck as investigators probe the crash. Officials report a intense effort to identify the cause while weather and speed considerations are examined.
A bill to establish a rural parcel post system is introduced in Georgia. The proposal outlines penalties for noncompliance and proposes a fourth class mail treatment for packages of up to a limited weight.
Washington President Taft designates Thanksgiving Day for Thursday November 31. The nation has long fixed the last Thursday of November, though this year November has five Thursdays leading to uncertainty about the date.
In Montpelier Vermont an alleged robber was caught in the act trying to break into the Capitol Savings Tank and Trust Company. Chief of Police John W. Durkee led the arrest after a tense confrontation.
Washington reports Andrew Carnegie has sent 25 000 of 140 000 promised for beautifying the Pan American Union building. The main feature will be marble steps and marble coping in the grounds upgrade.
A 21 day heat wave in Berlin has broken all German records and remains unabated across Germany. Temperatures in the last days have surpassed previous highs, continuing the extreme heat nationwide.
London George Ranken Askwith, comptroller general of the commercial and statistical department of the board of trade, announced settlement of the final outstanding dispute with the lightersmen. The strike is at an end.
Memphis Tenn General George W Gordon longtime commander in chief of the United States Confederate Veterans and a former congressman dies at his Memphis home after a long illness dating from his last political campaign. He served as Confederate military leader and later as a public figure in veteran circles. His death follows a life marked by service and political involvement with his final years in Tennessee.
An early report notes Vallhan Jennings Firran planning to enter the ministry. He is scheduled to address a Sunday evening service at the Epic Copal church in Salem, Kia, under the Saleem Method, with details on his birth and origin provided.
After a 14 month search spanning six states, Mrs Josephine Hoon formerly of Danville was arrested this afternoon by a detective from Tulsa Oklahoma on a robbery charge. She was taken back to Tulsa for custody.
The White House announced that Thanksgiving Day will be proclaimed on the last Thursday in November. President Tutt designates the date, aligning with tradition for football players theatrical agents and originaries in Washington, IC.
Confederate Veterans and Old Settlers associations of Cooke County and North Texas held their annual reunion in Gainesville on August 11 featuring a picnic and races.
Detroit announces a citywide prohibition on tipping in cafes located within parks. Officials state the measure applies to all park cafes and will take effect immediately, aiming to standardize service charges and reduce informal gratuities across the municipal system.
Marshall Texas central shops of the Texas and Pacific railroad a Gould property will reopen with full force August 15 according to an announcement by the superintendent of motive power.
An explosion in the engraving department at the Louisville Herald ignited a blaze that destroyed the building in Louisville Kentucky. Few people were inside at the time and one person was injured.
Emperor Mutsuhito sends thanks to President Taft for a cordial telegram praising Admiral Togo. The message, dated during the Japan visit, conveys deep appreciation and goodwill for the modern alliance spirit. Admiral Togo leaves Washington and continues a western tour ending at Niagara Falls on August 20.
A Washington report to the department of Agriculture estimates Winter Wheat yield at about 145 bushels per acre from 45614y thousand bushels, compared with last year’s figures and the ten year average. The August 1 corn condition is placed at 84 with a 22.5 bushel field, noting changes from 1914 and past averages.
A dynamite storehouse of the New York Aqueduct on Storm King Mountain at Cornwall exploded. The building contained 1100 pounds of explosive and left no trace of the structure. Local authorities report no injuries or casualties.
In Denver Colorado for the National Negro Educational Congress only about a quarter of the 2000 delegates have found lodging. Hotels and restaurants refused reservations leaving many attendees without accommodations.
A Missouri county reports a double tragedy as Sam Cyprett shoots his wife Myrtie and then himself after prior rumors of poisoning. Governors pledge a Mark Twain monument at Riverside Park in Hannibal with local residents named. Cape Girardeau notes staff changes, while Waba County expands rails and announces a special train. Hyde trial delays, with prosecutors and a new ruling by the supreme court affecting life imprisonment.
Washington report summarizes George W. Perkins, former J P Morgan partner, denouncing antitrust prosecutions as dangerous to business. He condemns dissolutions of combines, calls Sherman act enforcement coercive, and accuses certain bankers of starting the 1907 panic to advance their interests. He argues for maintaining big financial power while urging reform of trust regulation.
A fragmented report lists land statistics for several states including Delaware Maryland and Georgia. It indicates acreage figures such as 39 total and OL 17 per acre with land values totaling 2 474 862 000 and mentions locations like Wasabigon and Weet Vincala.
A conference committee agreement was reached on the free list bill. Senators La Follette Wieconin and Representative Underwood, with Senator Smoot acting for the Senate finance committee, submitted the measure to the Senate, facing opposition from the committee and pressure from the cotton interests in the House.
Ja Rev Geo Forest, pastor of the Bapital church in Parkersboro, La, was drowned while bathing in the town water. The accident occurred during a routine outing, leaving the community in mourning and officials investigating the mishap.
Fire swept the Manor House hotel in New York causing extensive damage. All guests escaped without reported injuries as crews battled the flames through the night. Local authorities are assessing the scene and investigating the cause.
A strong earthquake tremor hit San Bernardino California driving occupants from business buildings at about 5 59 PM. The magnitude and effects caused shaking in the vicinity and forced temporary street closures as people assessed damage.
In Washington D C an eighty pound watermelon presented to Speaker Clark by an admirer stole the show at a luncheon hosted by the speaker for members of the North Carolina delegation.
A severe storm leveled a tent near Chandiertilie in Virginia, killing Fred Holcomb and another man as a large tree toppled onto the shelter. In Florida, Jacksonville mourns the death of Sumners Marion May, noted as a leading figure of his era.
One thousand Southwest Missouri Odd Fellows with wives families and friends attended the laying of the cornerstone of the new 15000 dollar lodge hall building in Greenfield station city vicinity.
The De Soto Live Stock and Agricultural Association announced a four day fair to be held September 19 through 22. A. J. Platt was elected president, Charles J. Davenport secretary, and K. B. Jones treasurer.
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