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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1909
Page
1
A jumble of satirical quips and clipped notes targets politics industry and society. Items reference Roosevelt intrigue Paris London and American race wagering with wry commentary on wealth influence and curiosities of the era.
A reflection attributed to Prof. Hinge Muensterberg suggests sociology was valuable as a concept until its practical application. The remark hints at a cautionary stance on applying sociological ideas to real world problems.
A New York man of five is said to have married a girl aged 18 in a surprising union. The announcement notes the bride as pretty and the groom as wealthy, with Detroit Free Press providing the report.
A boastful note compares King Edward’s 210 pound frame to Britain’s prince, casting a humorous eye on royal stature and national vanity.
Connecticut chauffeurs in the penitentiary reduce streetcar disturbances as riders report fewer incidents. City officials note the change may raise transport costs and alter crowd control. Local transit workers eye revised schedules and security measures amid shifting passenger flow.
A 69 year old husband allegedly alienated the affection of his wife, aged 65, in a distressing dispute reported in a terse local notice. The account hints at intimate estrangement and social embarrassment within a small community.
A commentator notes the desire to place the young heir on the throne, warning that a hasty or ill judged move could bring serious consequences. The tone reflects caution about political maneuvering around royal succession.
A New York bound freighter reported striking an iceberg and the impact hurled a live polar bear from the deck, an extraordinary tale that outdoes ordinary sea adventure yarns.
A local news item describes an alligator incident blamed on wildlife behavior, with confusion over whether a baby alligator was involved. The brief notes an unusual encounter and reference to potential repercussions for a related enterprise amid unclear details.
A skull found in France suggests an early period of earth’s history. The author notes the conformation of the era implies laughter would be unlikely among those ancient men, though life in the glacial period may have been harsh.
A Baltimore woman accuses her husband of keeping her to two cents a day and exposes his true character. The account suggests that modern readers will see through such a two cent male and recognize the harsher light it casts on the husband.
Specialistic candidates for congress won in 162 districts while Prohibitionists carried 152. The north and west favored the two parties, the south contributing only four candidates in total, two Prohibitionists and two Socialists.
A brief note observes the Dave plant extending its length as time passes, noting a steady, measurable increase in height with no reported incidents or interruptions. The observation emphasizes gradual growth and stability in the specimen's development.
A British bill aims to prohibit substitutes in beer to maintain purity. Hop growers face foreign competition as ingredients from abroad are intercepted, fueling support for protective measures. The public mood shifts toward stronger protection of domestic product.
Two people killed in a Colorado wreck involving Colorado and Arizona Gas lines. Survivors used snow to combat the fire, with authorities noting the crash occurred during a winter stretch. Investigators are reviewing the scene for causes and identifying the victims and surviving crew.
At LeLitiere Colorado a westbound Rio Grande passenger train and an eastbound freighter collided on a Friday night. The wreck killed many in the day coach including all but one child, Alice Williams aged four, and left scores injured. Engineer Jaus Olson faced blame as the wreck occurred on a sharp curve after misreading time. Relief trains and snow aided rescue while crews battled fires. Dozens remain missing or unaccounted amid the wreckage.
Queenstown steamer Domi son rescued Captain Crossley and the crew of the British ship Savona about four miles off Fasinet. The Savona, labor laden, was abandoned in a waterlogged condition.
In St Petersburg a diplomatic rumor circulates that M. Bachmellof has been appointed ambassador to the United States, succeeding Baron Rosen.
In Jefferson City the Missouri Supreme Court stayed the Waters case order. Pierre GH Co has thirty days from January 12 to accept or reject the December 23 court order. Judge Henry Privet, attorney, reported verbal approval. a formal order will be entered later. The company must pay a $50,000 fine by March 1. Attorneys Edis and Frank Hacerman of Kansas City discussed future steps.
A Chicago and Northwestern train wreck between Mylwankre Avenue and North Asheno Street left one man dead and reports say a woman and an infant were crushed to death. The rear part of the San Francisco bound rear section collided with the front portion, stunning passengers as debris ignited. Fire threatened trapped victims, with several passengers injured and several others missing in the wreckage.
In Leadville Colorado a blast at the Lauterbach cabin killed Mrs Richard Lauterbach and badly injured guest Miss Esther Schuster. The explosion occurred from dynamite sacks set off by a mysterious fire near Mitchell, destroying the cabin and injuring the two women.
Nearly 100 theaters may shut in a day or two as police act on expired licenses for moving picture operators. A grace period may extend for those who missed examination opportunities.
State Department advices from William J. Buchanan, special American commissioner in Venezuela, report progress in negotiations with President Gomez on the basis for settling the issues between the two nations.
A blaze of mysterious origin in Murray early Thursday destroyed Holland's restaurant where it started and Asher Graham's dry goods store in Paducah. About $25,000 in property was lost with partial insurance coverage.
Flora L Ex-Mayor R M Ad duddell fatally shoots Night Marshal Z T Shipley in a Friday night incident rooted in a long running feud. He then returns home and retires for the night.
Trenton New Jersey reports Sabano Malillo, condemned to die in the electric chair next week, arranging to have two teeth extracted after death and sent to friends in Italy for disposal, raising questions about posthumous procedures and chain of custody.
Indianapolis reports that Benjamin F Shively of South Bend won the Democratic caucus on the twentieth ballot after four rivals opposed John W Kern. Shively, a long active Indiana politician, prevailed shortly before midnight to succeed Senator Hemenway.
Indianapolis, Ind. Thursday action of the Dermnorrytic caucas in eclecting 8 F Shiveley ae nerite for Pnlted States seater has called forth a statement from Join W Kern Breen's ruining Wate, condemning the secret hallo and declaring it made possible not only the betrayal of constituents by their representation or all sorts of treachery, double dealing and corrupt practices.
The report states Professor A Lasrende Lowell is practically chosen to succeed Charles W Eliot as Harvard University president, with Eliot retiring May 1. Lowell would lead in government science at Harvard, pending formal board approval at the forthcoming meeting.
A San Francisco special reports three men stranded in Death Valley Cave reached safety, while one, mining man A. William s of Randeburg, remains missing and presumed dead. The group wandered for nine days, largely without water, before reaching civilization.
Dallas authorities report the Missouri Kansas and Texas railway bridge over the Trinity river near the city limits was set on fire by tramps three years after its construction. All trains into and out of Dallas are being detoured via nearby routes Ennis and Wasabachkte.
The Congress in Havana convenes on Wednesday for the first time in just over two years. It did not meet on November 28, 1916 to elect a successor to the former president, and the next day American intervention was declared.
Mrs Mary Baker Eddy donated 500 to Newton Hospital, a charitable institution facing a 14000 deficit. The gift is among the year's largest to the hospital and was reported early Wednesday that Mrs Eddy was very ill.
John Moro of Hermosillo Mexico a leper at the county hospital escaped from his cell last evening with the aid of a ladder alleged to have been furnished by relatives.
Hartford reports President elect Taft will wear specially constructed shoes at his inauguration. The gift comes from the American Orthopedic Society and was patterned by society president Dr. Cooke.
A board of prominent naval figures endorses Secretary Newberrys plan to reorganize the navy in Washington. The backing signals strong institutional support from senior naval leadership for the proposed structural changes.
National lawmakers move toward admitting Washington, Arizona, and New Mexico as states. The House territories committee plans to take up statehood bills soon, with leaders and advocates active in pushing the effort amid anticipated confrontations with radical protesters. A separate finance measure favors a $140,000 gas buoy appropriation for Alaska and a motor boat preservation bill. The House debated the president’s annual address as a printing dispute over two million copies of proceedings drew a rebuke and quick dispute within party ranks.
The senate reported a bill with pay raises for top officials including the president of the Supreme Court and chief justices. Provisions set monthly salaries from fifteen to twenty thousand dollars for various high court roles and the speaker of the House, plus travel allowances and related costs.
Washington report notes the House Committee on Public Lands examined bills Wednesday relating to the withdrawal and disposal of patent lands in Wyoming and Montana. President directed Interior to suspend actions as proposed legislation proceeds. several patents had been issued prior and were withdrawn.
A Wednesday introduced bill by Rep mawmialive Poster of Vermont aims to adjust rural mail postage. The plan sets no-package charges under ten pounds at two cents per ounce for lighter weights, eight to sixteen ounces at two cents, and eight cents per pound for parcels over two pounds.
The Senate on Wednesday pushed a bill to authorize expenses of the Pension Office for the inaugural ball tied to Mr Taft's inauguration. The measure seeks to cover costs and formalities related to the event.
Washington Representative Taw Ney of Minnesota introduced a bill on Wednesday to authorize a $20,000,000 annual appropriation to improve the Mississippi River stretch from the Missouri river mouth to St. Paul Minnesota.
Sacramento reports Grove L. Johnson of Sacramento has drafted bills restricting the operations of Japanese firms and segregating them in communities. A measure barring aliens from serving on boards of directors, affecting large Japanese importing houses on the Pacific coast, is slated for favorable committee action according to the authorizing source.
James W. Clay of Baltimore reports kidney pain since the Civil War. He credits Dean's Kidney Pills with a complete cure after three boxes, noting five years of no recurrence. Sold by all denters, Dean & Co, Ford Milburn Co, Buffalo, N.
Denny recalls a dramatic chase along a road of Inland shore leave, as a hunter named Of gained on him with a knife. After fifty miles of close pursuit, a final leap across a river left the pursuer confounded and defeated, though Jerry notes the feat wasn’t spectacular given the running start.
An advertisement from Moline Illinois promises relief from chronic catarrh of the head with Peruna. Testimonies claim long-term sufferers were cured after trying the remedy, urging readers to ask for a free Peruna Almanac for 1909.
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