15 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1904
Page
1
The World’s Fair has closed and Congress remains in session to address ongoing national matters. Lawmakers debate funding, policy priorities, and potential post‑fair initiatives while the capital buzzes with activity and ceremonial duties conclude.
A notice announces the forty-seventh annual meeting of the Missouri Horticultural Society to be held at Scarritt College in Neosho on December 20, 21, and 22, 1904. The program is now issued, outlining events and sessions across the three day gathering.
The Governor appoints Bro. P. Caruthers of the Dinklin Democrat in Kennett to the vacancy on the Cape Chardeau Normal School board of regents caused by the resignation of Senator T. R. R. Ely.
The Ironton Register notes local Republicans’ expressed regret toward Senator Cockrell and questions why they do not resolve to re-elect him to the U.S. Senate. The piece suggests the President may support Cockrell for that position or an equivalent role, citing syndicate press reports.
A reader notes rising costs across sugar, oil, wire, iron, and household items and warns that shoe prices will climb soon. The speaker urges farmers to raise prices, hinting at a one sided market where even cattle and hides could be included in the cost.
A bill aiming to cut southern representation in Congress is introduced after Congress opened, backed by Senator Phitt of New York. Critics argue partisanship fuels sectarian tensions, while supporters claim the move could reset political power.
Scattered reports place Sam B Cool locating in Southeast Mississippi after his secretary term ends. Latest word says he will stay in Jefferson Parish to accept a good position with the trust company. Sam Cook and Albert Allen are noted as sources for post office employment as they leave office.
Cape Progress notes overheated editorials urging an overwhelming stand pat in the Senate race. The piece praises Judge Moses Whyhurk and Hlon Wilson Cramer as potential better senators than several current contenders, arguing for steady leadership over partisan upheaval.
Reports warn of trouble over enforcing local option with saloon supporters threatening a contest. Dexter claims its population justifies liquor licensing, while courts face confusion over granting licenses in counties that adopted local option. Opening without license would defy law and invite prosecution.
A Michigan syndicate purchased 117000 acres in the White and St. Francis river bottoms in Missouri and Arkansas in anticipation of drainage work by the states and the U S Government. The report notes a growing pattern of large land tracts changing hands and references concerns about concentrated ownership.
The Tron ton Register critiques a plan to sell 100 acres for a private home, arguing police revenues should fund public benefit rather than enrich a syndicate. It denounces the old jealousy and loyalty to business interests, warning such rhetoric could become treason in the future.
The article recounts a shooting during a Tuesday night gathering where no one can identify the shooter. A rifle accidentally discharged during target handling wounded Richard Roodman’s brother, with a pipe blast 40 yards away also involved. The victim lies in serious condition as investigators search for clues.
Samwell Wood died December 1 in Skidee Oklahoma age TS years 8 months 2 days son of G. W. Wood born Bollinger county Missouri leaving father mother two sisters four brothers and many relatives. Cause blood poisoning. Funeral verse expresses sorrow and faith. Also sale notice for a cold six room dwelling with cistern and lot known as Sir Glothlin property Seg.
Our Correspondents Panther Creel notes a crowded week, Mer Reynolds’ barn work on White Water, dietas an ear pheern S inches long surrounded by seven smaller ears, two with feaware lengths. The Kahn school makes progress under Moss Cora Chostner. Oni Livsrner continues activities.
Mippard notes winter is mild with chatter of a promutal program. Mrs J M Allinon suffers rheumatism. Mrs W T L Snider and late daughter live with chills this fall. Mrs P L M Snider visited sister Mrs bh FE Proter last Sunday. A number of ont mem traveled to Cape Girardeau last week for Veistness. Bat ie Suider visited standwmeller in Leopold. Nomis expected to be here and children await Manta’s visit.
Citizens report snowfall as winter settles in. Local social notes mention Rdoward Goodwin's sale Saturday and visits among Zalnia residents including Mrs. Mule Dintf and Mrs. W. D. Hinkle. Church attendance graces Hinkle school house with Rev. Shelton sermon and Flatwoods folks join services.
Two new pupils Miss Rae Fulkerson and Miss Cliva Jones enter Marble Title school Monday. Maude Bair, previously nursing mumps, is able to return. Jesse Brewer visited home Saturday and Sunday. Excelsior Literary Society elected officers: president George Bisplinchett, VP Alva Jaani son, secretary Mae Grant, corres secretary Estie Snider, editor R.A. Mowers, editress Vera Clippard, prosecuting attorney Clay Moran, sheriff Will Wells, treasurer Jet Estes, janitor Orier Williams. Next regular session Friday night. Jusion.
A fragmented editorial urges the Republican party to take control of Missouri legislature and offices to restore funds, balance the deficit, return school money to the general revenue, cut taxes, reform county assessments, purge fraud, and create transparent financial systems. It questions past state issues and calls for decisive action.
News reached yesterday that a child of Mr. Shiverdecker near Bachswan was badly burned on Tuesday and died that night. The family left the child alone and on cries, someone entered the house to find it in flames. This is said to be the second misfortune of the family.
Fifty five acre farm five miles south of Lutesville Bollinger County Missouri offers a well improved dwelling with cisterns two story frame house, about thirty five acres cleared and cultivated, good fences and soil suited to fruit growing. Health forces sale at 500 dollars with half cash and balance on time. Apply to Wok. Cuanver secretary Farm and Home Real Estate Co Marie Hill Missouri.
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