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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
2
The Marble Hill press notes that giving with hope of receiving remains a flawed idea. It laments poverty as a persistent evil and argues self-reliance is the safety valve for a sensible citizen. The piece praises great leaders who push the United States forward and warns against complacency.
A fragmented OCR text hints at confusion and stress among people, mentioning trembling, testing, and overcoming strain in a tense situation. The readable content is sparse and lacks concrete names, places, or dates.
The readable fragment mentions Portuguese, censorship, and expelling those who preach a youth Pratting. The text is garbled with misspellings and unclear attribution, offering little concrete event, date, or proper nouns to anchor a fuller summary.
An ambiguous eyewitness tale describes a man who rushed the window of a station agent during a late night incident. The agent faced a tense moment and restrained a suspect with minimal time, while a bystander’s nerve-challenged behavior influenced the scene and the packing of supplies nearby.
A fragmented report notes theories suggesting telemedicine and near vision tasks could influence children's eye strain and cross eyed conditions. Proponents discuss potential near sighted issues while schools weigh implications for future use and safety.
The state has received a regional grant totaling $5,000,000 awarded from funds in the echoot lands in Jodies Territory. The money will be deposited in tanks in the new state and should come in handy for many useful purposes.
An Moetish literary list observer arrives in America and notes that Americans hunt for the dollar. She suggests English envy of Americans' wealth as they capture dollars as fast as possible, reflecting cross cultural perceptions.
A prominent businessman, VUnele Sam, runs a large workforce of 306,340 with no strikes or labor unrest. His methods yield profit and, if adopted by major firms with many employees, could reduce labor troubles across industry.
Swarthmore College declines a million-dollar gift tied to banning competitive athletics. The trustees pursue freedom of action, noting the value of liberty even at high cost. The Quaker school faces the loss of funds while considering the price of independence.
The Youth's Companion notes that all reported hunting accidents stem from familiar errors. The refrain remains constant across generations: "Didn't know it was loaded" "Pulled the sun muzzle toward him through a fence" "out of a wagon" or "in a boat." The piece urges hunters to heed these simple cautions to save lives.
A large share of eastern fresh halibut comes from the Pacific coast. Western halibut business grows as around 25,000,000 pounds a year from Seattle and Alaska are boxed iced and rushed by express to Boston, then sold to New York Chicago and other major markets. Boston receives few halibut cargoes by sea.
A New Jersey man who organized a literary retreat for authors has filed for bankruptcy. The piece notes authors often disdain such retreats while the project had envisioned marble cottages and palatial private estates as its setting.
A Nubian non and an American jaguar die of rage at a New York zoo as an elephant longs for a circus life. Writers note a kinship between humans and animals, attributing such grief to nature’s own processes.
A Brooklyn judge issues an opinion stating that a kisa cannot be heard through a brick wall and notes the ruling applies to Brooklyn only as a general warning.
The harems of two Moroccan ministers were seized and split among rebel chiefs. If meat milk and groceries cost as much there as here the ministers would show fortitude bearing their loss with restraint.
The claim that railway car drinking vessels spread disease gains traction as observers note instances where a person carries a cup to the far end of a car while eating lunch.
A New York correspondent notes Chiccazo population likely under 1.5 million, with deaths or departures since the estimate. The Chicago Tribune acknowledges the figure may be high.
Ambassador O'Brien reports Japan shows little effort to honor promises amid strained negotiations. Washington notes repeated diplomatic evasions as Congress may push stricter immigration measures. Root seeks expert input to respond while warning Tokyo that an exclusion law could be possible, yet efforts aim to prevent such legislation if negotiable.
J Lynch of Phillipsburg was robbed of 28,000 in currency and 12.00 in bank drafts after leaving Phillipsburg for Kansas City on the Rock Island route. Two men seized him at Belleville while he bought luncheon, rifling pockets as a revolver was shown. A porter saw Lynch cry for help and robbers flee. Bloodhounds ordered, thieves pursued in different directions. Officers search for the suspects.
In Russellville Arkansas a convict who escaped from the state penitentiary was hunted across the hills near Spence Ack. He was captured by Shortt John Hatley and his posse after a prior assault that involved a man named N, his wife, and a Mrs Over fart. The pursuit moved into the Heston mountains before the arrest.
Theodore Whitmore of Brooklyn was committed to jail on a warrant by Justice Branesin to await the first investigation of the murder of his wife Lena Whitmore, whose body was found in a swamp at Harrison on December 26.
Mount Vesuvius near Naples remains active with ashes and incandescent material ejecting from its main crater the cana et which collapsed recently observers note tremors felt across the region including lower elevations the eruption ongoing and authorities monitoring activity.
Readers report a puzzling tale surrounding the Havemeyer will as sensational questions rise over its secreted terms and the surrogate’s handling. The long tainted saga mirrors historic fortunes amid NY legal action and public curiosity.
Glisshero, No 1 William Wesetendat received a shower of forty packwees of tobacco instead of the ventation post cards.
An escaped Grayson County jail prisoner from Sherman, held for murder of Alvin Frizzell, fatally wounded himself at his parents home near Piet Grove. The event ends the man’s flight after his capture at the jail escape.
Miss Gistella Schwartz, aged eight, died by suicide in McKeesport after being unable to join her dying sweetheart in Pittsburg. Police report the tragedy as a child’s response to bereavement and disappointment.
Paul Williams of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Branswick stated the organization will not permit a greased pig race scheduled to take place in the city.
Mrs Edwards witnessed Reed fall toward a freight and was struck by a fast passenger train in Dear One's sight. The incident occurred as Reed stepped onto the track in full view of her husband and son.
Capt. Drew Perkins, aged 50, noted Indian fighter and relative of Daniel Boone, was found dead in Gainesville. Perkins led a band of citizens who routed Kiowa Indians during their last raid in the area.
Mrs. Carrly Collins Harris wife of ex Chief C J Harris of the Cherokee Nation died at Tahlequah Oklahoma after a brief illness lasting a few days.
Note holders of Great Western approve a plan to appoint a receiver to manage the company affairs. The move aims to protect asset value while addressing debt obligations and ongoing operations under court supervision. Stakeholders expect formal court filings in the coming days.
At a Chicago Great Western Railway meeting Wednesday afternoon A L B Stickney president, the holder group decided to appoint a receiver to maintain the status quo while preparing a first mortgage bond covering all debenture debt and securing a stockholders vote on the measure. Many note holders attended.
Lawrence Kansas coroner records show Ephrain Vane held for inquiry after experts linked wife Della Vaneil to poisoning. Prof F S Padter of the University of Kansas noted wrsenir in the deceased’s tissue. Neighbors doubt heart disease and grip caused death and suspect husband’s neglect. a perplexing note allegedly signed Nella was found.
Frank Kellogg and other creditors of the Chicago Great Western rail line met with Judge Sanborn in St. Paul at 10 am on Wednesday. Kellogg announced plans to seek a court appointment for a receiver, noting the specific receiver would be decided when the application is presented, but that a receiver will be sought as the issue must come to court.
In Fairfax Nebraska Sioux City area a field fight behind a billiard hall ended when ex-Iowa Crawford County Sheriff Jatin Dettmann shot ex-Fairfax County Sheriff George Taylor through the neck. Taylor was down and Dettmann fired after a dispute over an old feud.
Extremely cold weather prevails in Frankfort on the Main with many baths from exposure recorded. The temperature shows a maximum of 18 degrees below zero centigrade about 1 degree above zero Fahrenheit. Rivers and canals are frozen over and streets are covered with snow and ice.
A surgeon identified as Dr Merlin collapsed and died from heart disease while operating on a child at the Pick enfield Disvidsary on Thursday. No other staff were present and the child died as a result.
London dispatch confirms the long overdue Canadian liner Mount Royal is off Fiestonett and steering for Queenstown. Her mariners are aboard, but engines are out of order after a mishap on Christus dus.
In Jackson Mississippi a broad reform spreads through state offices with more than 200 oath of office vows sworn. The shifts touch from state officers to local posts, marking a more general administrative change across recent elections and appointments.
Detectives uncovered a valise in an unoccupied East Side room containing jewelry valued at $1740 stolen Sunday from the home of Chas. Fy. Droker of Ansonia Connecticut.
The skeletal remains found in the woods near Pelkstow are identified as Thomas Sently of Dubois a woolman by a bank clerk and a watch. Sently has been missing since the first August.
London Observer reports serious opposition to the proposed sale of The Times as many shareholders resist the transaction amid ongoing negotiations among involved parties.
In Boston three officers were assaulted stripped of badges and hats and a bystander was seriously injured as about 200 newsboys attacked police during a disturbance.
Washington officials say Admiral Hyans commands sixteen battleships that may visit Puget Sound after departing San Francisco in early summer. An official navy department statement notes the potential voyage remains under consideration and subject to plans.
Ned Ed Wilson, a Omaha chauffeur, shot and killed his wife in the kitchen on South Twenty ninth Street and then slit his own throat, dying within a short distance from the scene.
United States district court hears a motion by James K.R. Gray clerk and Henry W. Blodgett United States Attorney seeking execution of a 2500 fine against former Kansas Senator Joseph Rogur for alleged misrepresentation before the post office department. Rogur served six months in prison.
Kiel Germany fierce storm floods sweep inland waters over railing plains near Lubeck causing damage and feared loss of life. Alarm signals and mounted couriers struggled to marshal boatmen for rescue as towns brace for impact.
Indianapolis reports the National Association of Master Plumbers directors selected Dallas as the next convention location after ongoing talks about stringent investigations into effects and preventives of serious tension.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Limikils and Doser in this county with unclear details about time and prizes. It is not possible to determine a clear event, person, or organization from the readable words.
In Memphis Tennessee, a river area incident involves Henry Fladd and a water event as authorities assess the danger. The report notes a distressing scene with a vessel failure and subsequent safety measures underway.
Ta-While spending his Dolidis vacation with his parents here, Nuthin Chickhont, an olmetriont enginceer of Leone Teanel, NL ooded suddenly in the engine fringe building of the state callers, a victim of paralysis of the Drain.
Davenport Iowa voters rejected a proposition to broaden the city commission system by a 395 vote margin amid local government reform efforts. The outcome preserves the current commission structure and reflects voter preference for existing governance.
George A. Pettibone of Los Angeles, recently acquitted of a crime against former Governor Soevunenherz, will undergo a medical operation soon. The report notes details of his case and upcoming procedure.
Dispatches from Seoul report that a new edict grants immunity to insurgents who surrender their arms, prompting large numbers to lay down weapons. The country is described as quieting down and stabilizing under the policy.
A barcain sale is planned in front of the Cleveland courthouse next spring if delinquent taxes are not cleared. The case centers on John P. D. Rockefeller facing a bill of 82 dollars for personal taxes and 87 dollars in penalties.
Richmond Ky may refer to a unidentified local tragedy where Miss Anna Grizht a wealthy woman of the city caught fire in an unaccountable manner and died several hours later after being severely burned in her home or vicinity with authorities reporting no immediate explanation for the incident.
News of Congress actions and proceedings in Washington. Highlights include committee votes and bills under discussion, with attention to key representatives and party positions shaping the legislative agenda.
A resolution by Representative Hall of Tennessee seeks to subject the Republican and Democratic parties to scrutiny by Congress to determine if they solicited or accepted corporate contributions. It would appoint investigative committees with powers to subpoena witnesses and compel testimony.
Washington dispatch notes preliminary moves in Congress as Hobson and Richmond Tobson push a bill to appoint a commission. The panel would investigate and report on preserving general welfare via arbitration and maintenance of armed forces, aiming to extend arbitration as a policy tool.
A Washington senator and Ohio intro duced a bi authorizing the secretary of the treasure boss Saou 600 edt nono forest hearing inte States notes in addition to the United States notes in circulation in such forty as he anay deem. Bulkely introduced a bill providing for emergency currency tate issued by banks in ements equal to the par value of bonds to be deposited with the treasurer of the United States, I provides that United States bonds. Panga cant bonds, bonds of time state, county or niuimuncipality of not less than S000 population may be ac cepted tur sue purjeuna.
Representative Sterling introduces a bill defining employer liability under present law as unconstitutional. The action aims to test stdin terms before the U S court, asserting the statute's validity will be reviewed in the federal judiciary.
The house committee on military reported favorably a joint resolution already passed by the senate. It extends to January 21 1910 the time for state and territorial militia organizations to conform to regular army organization armament and discipline. Until conformations are effected no participation in delinquent states under the federal appropriation for military improvement is allowed.
The Washington committee discussed military pay, with Bilbet signaling support for an increase, though no firm figure or date was set. The panel affirmed there should be an increase but awaited a definite conclusion beyond a general agreement.
A resolution was offered by Mr. Perkins of New York to empower the president to expend funds for acquiring consular lands and buildings in China Japan and Kuna financed from the Boxer indemnity fund previously paid to the United States by China.
Washington confirms the nomination of Lienwt. Cal William Witherspoon as brigadier general and chief of the war college. The committee also released for confirmation a list of officers of lower rank than Witherspoon.
Washington Senator Gare of Okt introduces a joint resolution proposing that no person shall be elected president of the United States for two terms in succession. The measure seeks a constitutional amendment to limit incumbents to a single term.
Washington Senator Lodge leads a joint resolution to reduce China indemnity bond from the Dover trouble of 1909. The bond scales to 41,895,092 dollars with interest at 4d per cent. The difference is remitted as a gesture of friendship to China.
Washington bill introduced by Mar Hepburn of Town aims to boost the efficiency of the army signal corps. The measure seeks improved communications capacity and training standards to support military operations.
The Rev. Robert Moffett, a noted minister of the Disciples, longtime corresponding secretary of the Geneva Christian Missionary Society, died at his home in Cleveland at age 72. His death ends a 2 1/2 decade service in missionary work and local ministry.
Lebanon man Anton Wilding died at City Hospital from injuries after falling forty feet from a third story window while walking in his sleep. He succumbed to the accident amid concerns at the scene and authorities reported the incident as a fatal sleepwalking accident in Lebanon.
In official circles it is understood Ambassador Breee will undertake a special trip from Washington to London soon to consult his government on matters affecting Anglo American and Japanese relations.
Picturesque adventurer William Oliver, known as Marquis de Leuville, who entered New York society in 1886, died recently in Brighton.
J. A. McCutcheon received an award against John Hogan in a Broken Arrow case over a sick mule left in Hogan's possession two years prior. The court ordered compensation for care and related costs.
Peter Turner, a colored man, was hanged in Knoxville Tennessee for the murder of Minnie Scott. Turner attempted suicide by cutting his throat and wrists with a spoon before the execution.
An American at a ruined castle stumbles into a nocturnal salon where two enigmatic sisters, Gretchen and the English companion, feed him and debate hospitality while he hides a possible mission. He contemplates escape as a door, a draft, and candlelight reveal two captivating faces.
Emerson Hough frames himself as historian of the outlaw, claiming the Western bad man story is thrilling enough to merit truth. He divides outlaws by nationalities and two types of wolves the coyote and the gray wolf, contrasting their hearts and deeds as dangers of the frontier.
A diligent Black man in Columbia Tennessee saved his wages and lent five dollars to a relative. He asked his attorney master to draw up a mortgage to cover one month, arguing it would secure repayment and reflect thrift. The master quips that interest would not cover the mortgage paper.
A fragmentary court remark shows a judge recounting a taunting dialect line about a cow and a desire to avoid a matter, with reference to a person called Hoss and Ed. The text demonstrates a candid, racially charged exchange from a historical setting.
A Washington Star cartoon caption features a child named Ethel asking about holes in cheese. The mother explains the holes let the smell out, prompting the child’s humorous reaction about releasing the odor.
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