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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1892
Page
2
In Marble Hill, the piece quotes Carlyle on actions over words and urges testing ambitions for solid foundations. It stresses that a truly valuable person remains worthy at every career stage and to do the nearest duty first as clarity grows for the next duty.
The excerpt contrasts true modesty with false modesty. True modesty avoids criminal acts and remains within prudence, while false modesty shuns what is unfashionable and is guided by social humor rather than principle. It frames modesty as an instinct shaped by prudence and social norms.
A quirky critique describes ten jurors and court room objects as emblematic of American spitoon culture. The piece notes conspicuous spittoons near the judge and county officials, likening them to symbols of the era and commenting on public decor in the courtroom setting.
A reflective essay argues that disciplined study and polished manners are essential for success in journalism and literature. It cites teachers, business standards, and social graces as key to developing attractive, effective prose and public appeal, while noting the evolving role of editors and methods in American letters.
A World article quotes Shaday Me Kisley on the prevalence of shoddy in so called all wool goods and the push to mix cotton It cites Dobsons and the Boston Commercial Bulletin on carpet material ratios and argues tariffs and McKinley act restrictions shape wool use In Philadelphia carpet making and U S exports to Britain compare harshly, questioning reciprocity treaties as a remedy.
In a speech to the House, John Carlisle argues government must avoid favoritism and maximize productive forces. He supports reducing unnecessary trade restrictions to prevent price inflation and protect production, while endorsing revenue via duties as needed. The policy, he says, should give all a fair chance in wealth contests and reflect free government principles with American experience guiding steps.
Boston remains a strong Democratic stronghold as Mayor Matthawa is re elected with an increased majority of over 15 000 votes. Voters in Roxton also favored the Democratic ticket citing principle and Harvards influence on governance education. Cultured Howton backs the Democratic column.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a Brooklyn banquet with phrases about Mr oe land and attendees born in New Saga region. Content is garbled and names are unclear, leaving the main event and participants indeterminable.
A garbled passage discusses affection for the coast and a ship with conflicting citizenships. It mentions a mother possibly born in one state, a son born in another, and citizenship tied to a third, while maintaining ties to all forty four. The text indicates a complex federal citizenship idea in a maritime context.
The West has surged since the Civil War, growing population and cities, enlarging electoral votes and political influence. From 1865 to 1888, Western votes rose dramatically, shifting power toward Western candidates. The piece notes Illinois Michigan Minnesota Kansas and Nebraska gains and asks if Democrats will learn the lesson.
The Chicago Herald argues a free wool bill accepted by the house would aid commercial liberty even if driven by a monopoly. It says wool growers would press for free woolen goods and a tariff cut across the board, should the measure pass.
The Philadelphia Record notes the Fifty second Congress risks the moniker Five Cent Congress if it trims waste and ousts fat office holders, praising fiscal restraint as a point of honor for a body replacing the billion congress. The tin plate buyers say McKinley era duties harm business, urging lawmakers to oppose detrimental politics that kill business.
The Atlanta Journal critiques former president William H. Harrison praising his military record integrity and patriotism while signaling concern over Gov. Benjamin Harrison of Virginia as a friend of a Western senator, suggesting questions about his fitness or conduct.
The Weekly Review of Trade Markets notes a prevailing shift to lower prices with growing business. Prices declined by about half a percent overall while trade volume rose, aided by price concessions. Chicago reports steady trade and rising receipts, wheat and corn strong, money ample. St Louis sees solid retail and wholesale activity, Milwaukee optimistic but cautious. Foreign trade shows reduced gold imports. New York exports up 49 percent year over year, imports down slightly, suggesting a sizable export surplus. National business failures tallied 297 in the past seven days, down from 324 the prior week and 120 in the same week last year.
Ponaca Wis Feb 1 The bottlers of Wisconsin organized a Mutual Protective association with E. Purdy of Portage as president A W Hollenbeck of Wanpaca as vice president W Nollenbeck of Madison as secretary and M Hiron of Watertown as treasurer The group aims at mutual protection and enforcement of state laws.
The woman claim ing to be a Charleston book agent and wife of Jink Critter is identified as Nora Freeman. She deserted her husband at Greeny berg in December to pursue Critzer and has gone to her friends in Jeffersonville.
Defense counsel in the Quay-Post criminal libel suit files motion for new trial citing jury drawing, DA ties, and trial irregularities. They object to Judge Porter’s charge and raise multiple exceptions in a case nicknamed "Jack the Slasher" Texane. The Dowd insanity verdict finds him not guilty and commits him to Auburn State Insane Asylum.
In Louisville on February 1 the Republican State Central Committee chose to hold the state convention on March 30 and unanimously backed Benjamin Harrison for President with no Blaine supporters present. Nearby reports note a marriage scandal in Rockford, a jail sentence for a journalist in South Dakota, and a horsewhipping of Ecuador’s consul in San Salvador amid a day of scattered local incidents.
A family perished from exposure during a severe cold spell as they lacked adequate shelter and clothing. The father, mother, and two children died, while the infant was found alive by neighbors. Investigations or local reports note the harsh weather and missing resources as contributing factors.
Miss Clara Barton, president of the Red Cross, issued an appeal to the American people for funds to carry grain donations to Russia. The appeal estimates $75,000 will ship four cargos of food from New York to Libau on the Battle, a port open to steamers and rarely closed in winter.
In Denver on Feb 1 a jury in U S District Court awarded Kaiser Gold Mining Company Limited of London damages totaling 16125 13 against ex Senator H A W Tabor for a case tried over the past week.
LaCrosse Wis Feb 1 Bishop Elect Schwebach has received from the Pope official papers announcing his appointment and fixing Feb 25 as the day for his consecration Archbishop Katzer of Milwaukee will officiate as consecrator.
Fire devastated A. Payne's dry goods house the post office and several other structures in Mian Missouri on February 1. Loss estimated at 60000 with full insurance. Letter pouches and records at the postoffice were saved.
A messenger reports another clash between Turner and Parton factions in Pixevinne Kentucky. Two persons are dead and a large skirmish is believed to have occurred. Local officials have not yet confirmed full details.
Auorri Lra Minnesota February 1 The Freeborn County bank did not open yesterday causing worry among depositors. Authorities indicate that all debts will be paid in time and normal operations may resume.
The piece lists varied items: Bayard praises a peaceful Chilean adjustment. a Downers Grove bank permit set at 25000 capital. Cyrus W Field critically ill. Glasgow deposit bank reportedly failed with assets surpassing liabilities. Fall River County Bank at Ocrrichs SC assigns with 28000 debts. a New York Central freight collision at DeWitt NY on April 20 causes deaths and injuries. PA convention date set in Harrisburg. Hillsboro IL reports horse grip epidemic. gas well blows in Huconan WI. Meaford Ont man dies in Gladstone MI from coal fall. Detroit veteran John Price received 750 pension, then legal troubles after wedding and jail for a $1 fine. A US revenuers raid at Jones Mills PA netted five moonshiners and two illicit distilleries destroyed. Butler County Bank Chicora PA fails. Goshen IN Wabash mortgage for 3.5 million with NY Central Trust. Garza rumor across into Mexico with 5000 forces. Vienna death sentence for Schneiders. Belmonts mare Imported Toueques dies in Lexington. KYTTA to meet in NY. Charles Mitchell allegedly issues challenge to John L Sullivan. William Hesse caught stealing trowels in Louisville. market notes show trade increases. 1801 imports with clubs. breach of promise suit in Peru with Marthe Johnson awarded damages.
Cabinet discussions confirm that Chile admits liability for indemnity to Valparaiso assault victims and will settle through diplomatic channels. Blaine says no need for court or arbitration. salute to the flag will follow the apology. Reports from London and New York debate Harrison's handling and costs, with mentions of Balmaceda and Blair Egan as diplomatic figures. Extra naval overtime ends. eight hour schedule resumes in Brooklyn yard.
Six men are afloat on Deaths Door ice after nets broke loose in a gale on Feb 1. rescue efforts followed as onlookers reached shore, names not confirmed. Inquiries report several fishermen still adrift in rough water on the lake.
Canton Ohio February reports indicate President McKinley is gravely ill with a neuralgic stomach attack. He had continued working despite increasing pain and is now confined to bed under Dr. E B Pullerton care. The condition is described as serious by his physician.
Fatal blast at the Rush Run coal mines in Fayette county West Virginia kills six men and injures five all workers were colored. The dead named Clarence Hill John Porter James Booker and two others unknown. Ten men were the entire workforce. Also notes a separate item from Staunton Virginia about a Republican State Central committee meeting urging support for President Harrison over the Chilean dispute and no move to name a Quay successor.
A telegram to Sheriff Baylor reports Deputy Sheriff Pantelon Tara was shot and killed while trying to arrest two men hidden in a pile of ties at Sabinal. Tara pursued robbers who blew open and robbed Kelsi and Dyer's safe yesterday. no further details are available. Meanwhile in Lexpos, Sucel, who had begun a 52 day fast at the Royal Aquarian, fell ill after eating oranges and lemonade and is in critical condition.
New York reports the death of Gen Henry A Barnum post warden of the city from pneumonia at his home. Alexander Leed aged minister and robber from Anglaize county is sent to State prison after previously obstructing a railroad. Andrew Borjessen hanged for murdering his sweetheart in New Milford. Bonds totaling 3 million dollars for the world’s fair project sold to Mair & Co and Cable and Estabrook at par with interest to accrue, deliveries scheduled Feb 1 March 1 and April 1.
A Minnesota family tragedy reports George Cramer’s wife and three children perishing in a blaze that consumed their home near Bratveno. Cramer was away at the time and the origin of the fire remains unknown.
Jan Chicago grain and provision report shows May pork at 812.20 with other products higher. Broad declines of 10 to 20 cents on offerings, a late rally with fair support. Wheat opened weak, May at 1 1/64 to 1 1/2 cents, corn firm then drifted, May 41 1/4 cents, rye up slightly. Live stock and net sales noted strength with brisk demand.
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