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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1912
Page
2
An OCR filled with misspellings discusses various odd topics from local trade and weather to racial and social curiosities. It mentions the Wright brothers, music in Dartyand, dairy and poultry claims, and a mix of unrelated anecdotes about courts, divorces, sports, and industry.
A fragment notes Princcessare managing to slip into New York, while some ladies employing press agents question why she should hate. The text is fragmented and lacks clear context or named entities beyond New York and press agents.
The report notes Abdul Hamid receives a substantial pension, with mentions of his wives and an annual sum for the infant emperor Pur. Specific figures include a $25,009 yearly payment and a proposed $6,500,000 annual allocation, highlighting large state allowances for former rulers and heirs.
A New York woman proclaimed joy after securing a divorce, exclaiming she was glad to be free. The man appeared too happy to respond, missing the chance to speak.
The writer questions why observers from France or other nations would feel concern about Saturn’s rings, noting Saturn appears distant and unsociable to Earth. The comment frames a skeptical view of astronomical significance and public interest in planetary phenomena.
A local tale from Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania tells of a temporary millionaire who promoted himself with heavy advertising and now contemplates a career on the vaudeville stage. The spin of fortune and showmanship mirrors broader entertainment trends in the era.
readers report odd lines about Saturn rings and divorce ecandale with a claim from the National Association of Ice Manufacturers that $200 million in lost pear value is involved. The fragmentary text suggests a satirical or garbled item rather than a clear report.
Gov. Roosevelt indicates he will accept the presidential nomination if offered citing support from the governors. The status signals a potential bid amid party discussions and regional backing.
A dated appeal from seven state executives urges direct primaries to shape the Republican presidential nomination. Theodore Roosevelt’s response and role are discussed amid political maneuvering in New York and surrounding states as governors seek public input and avoid personal interests. The missive reflects a push for popular influence over party choices and Roosevelt's cautious stance on a quick decision.
A gruesome crime occurred at the home of Borer Sirtier, a wealthy farmer. The victim’s head was severed and found about twenty feet from the torso, marking a shocking daytime incident in the region.
An aged shopkeeper in Teleto was killed when robbers entered, tore a money belt from her, bound her to a chair, and ransacked the shop seeking the fortune the woman was believed to guard in the locality.
Chicago man Frank Farrar received a year commitment from Municipal Judge Caverly after laughing loudly at a theater show. The excessive laughter prompted officers to arrest him, with Farrar cited for disturbing the venue.
In Baltimore Maryland a head-on collision between two freight trains on the Philadelphia Baltimore Washington line left four trainmen badly injured and wrecked two engines. Police and railway officials investigated the scene as crews cleared tracks and assessed damage.
London reports the engagement of Lord Victor Paget, brother and heir presumptive to the Marquis of Angiesia, to Olive May, a Gayety theater actress. The announcement confirms a high society match with a prominent stage connection.
The Aero Club of France sent a cable challenge for the international Aero Cup, sought by America after C. T Weyman won the cup in England last year.
In Wichita Kansas Mrs. Alice Miller required a throat cut to remove false teeth lodged after a tooth caught in food. Three teeth were on the plate during the emergency procedure.
Washington representative Victor Berger of Wisconsin introduces a resolution urging the House committee on expenditures in the treasury department to investigate allegations of a conspiracy by treasury officials to hand over refining of gold and silver bullion to the smelter trust. The case against Brandt involves burglary and assault charges, with a remand and possible plea outcomes noted as the grand jury continues hearings.
In Whialinston the house reached a compromise on the money inquiry tied to the mother tract investigation. The factional dispute that has stirred the party weeks for final determination saw bordetites and Preseed savetaction review a redraft. The revised resolution, presented to the Teprecentarive, included a chairmanship and curtener onitimmitted. Demonate members of the rulee committee adopted the measure.
Oklahoma City reports ten Wilson delegates chosen to attend the national convention in Baltimore and ten Clark instructed delegates pledged. The agreement to elect all twenty delegates was carried out without a hitch.
Johnny Mory aged 124, claimed oldest man in America, was found dead in his hut near Columbia Kentucky. He served in the War of 1812 and was noted as a local oldster.
A posse in Laurel Indiana pursued a mad cat across country wielding guns pitchforks and other weapons. After thirty shots the animal was not killed and drowned in the river.
Five hundred and fifty school children marched calmly through smoke to safety when the new public school building was discovered to be on fire in Conway Arkansas.
Washington The Poeta Telegraph company sues Western Union before the Interstate Commerce Commission accusing the rival of oppressive competitive practices.
The reedit of the reforehidam election of offcete of the mine workers was angoupped at the coppetition. Officers declared elected include President John H Walter, Tlageill. secretary Paul J Smith Marion. auditor Lunacan Mefiinpald Springfield. Several district officers listed with names. one death noted and another election to be held for a successor. Auditors William Hall Springfield, Dan McDonald Sprite Valley, Evan Owens Beeville.
The House voted 174 to 127 to pass the Underwood bill revising the chemical schedule of the Payne Aldrich tariff. Republicans largely split with Progressives opposing the upward revision. Hanna of North Dakota broke ranks with Republicans to join Democrats. The bill aims to raise duties on luxuries like toilet soaps and perfumes while reducing rates on medicines and other precentities.
An investigation may be made by the senate into the methods used to select Henry A. Dupont, Republican senator from Delaware. The inquiry will focus on charges against Cornelis P. Wain, recently appointed marshal for Delaware, on Dupont’s recommendation.
Washington correspondent for the Chicago Daily News was named chief of the publicity bureau of Taft headquarters and received a four months' leave of absence from his paper.
A call for a state Prohibition convention is issued to convene in Springfield on April 19, inviting Prohibitionists to unite for the movement.
A mine fire trapped many workers at Lehigh and Miner Company pits. Seven are known dead while dozens were carried out or escaped. Rescue efforts continued for hours with air flows restored and some miners revived after exposure. A young American lad, BoknomK, and Chester Caldari are named among those saved or missing.
An official White House notice states President Taft will deliver a reply to Colonel Roosevelt's so called charter of democracy. The communication aims to address wartime policy and expected actions, with a March date referenced for the formal reply.
Governor Dix halted an inquiry into clemency after determining the writ of habeas corpus granted by the court this week should go to the appointed commissioners. The decision followed talks with State Senator Van Santour and advisor Richard Hand, who will oversee the test case for executive clemency.
Albany authorities detain a man after a hatchet attack on a baby in the city. The infant suffered a five inch head wound and later died. The assailant, the son of Alexandson, reportedly inflicted the injuries then was restrained by the mother. Authorities say the suspect is in custody as the case shocks the community.
Miss Denver, Coo Mr CC, V Peters gave birth on a Union Pacific train near Denver. Passenger Droob N Smith of Big Springs Nebraska attended the birth.
Che Fub of Nan Seung Kiang Su secured first prize in Lehigh University's junior oratorical contest with a speech on the present revolutions in China.
Chicago lumber man Edward Hines who said he put Lorimer over was expelled from the Union League after the club’s most exciting fight in its history.
In Waukegan the pugilist Joe Ketcheil who collapsed after a five round bout with Bill Walters at the naval training station died in the Stevens Hospital. The match occurred at the naval station ring and Ketcheil was pronounced dead shortly after admission.
Reports show a surge of cross border movement into Canada amid agricultural and economic strains. Farmers in multiple states shifted grain and livestock activity, with grain exports and cattle sales contributing to the border influx and a notable rise in Americans entering Canada during the period described.
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