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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
2
A mosaic of assorted anecdotes and quips from the Marble Hill Press in Marble Hill Missouri. The page mentions Anesville currency jokes, a Chicago trial note, Spain corks production, Ohio miners, Turkey overdrafts and a Philadelphia daughter gift. It references a Kilkenny time and Eleanor Glyn, plus a teaser about ten dollar gold pieces in Atlanta Georgian style.
The message reflects on nature's mood with clouds and storms dominating the area while a note of hopeful resilience remains in the community. The tone blends weather imagery with a sense of enduring optimism despite unsettled skies.
An annual Pinkerton agency summary asserts there has been no downturn in the bank burglary trade, indicating continued prosperity for the illicit business despite factors that might curb it.
In Pittsburg a minister declined a $100 present in silver coins because the coins lacked the motto In God We Trust. He explained he was not a millionaire and refused the gift on that basis.
Kansne Matt took his own life after a routine of waking at three every morning to milk cows became too burdensome. Family and local officials noted his long hours and lack of consideration of marriage as a possible remedy, though no final cause beyond fatigue is given.
The clapmakers' union of Boston votes to bar married women from the shops unless their husbands are invalids, a rule that shocks those who married for homes and stability.
A prominent Washington physician states that mince pie is not injurious if it can be digested. He adds that carpet tacks are not harmful either, noting that much depends on the small word bf.
A fragment notes a peekahoo shirt waist worn in winter and promotes it for women to catch the grip. It contrasts with men who supposedly succeed without rules, implying fea in the sterner sex and praising ingenuity.
A professor argues about why a professional oman should be more highly esteemed than a chef. The discussion suggests some professors may overestimate the status of certain professions, especially for those who can employ chefs.
A schoolyard in Chlessa was found planted with hazardous devices prompting an investigation. Officials say detectives are reviewing nearby areas and examining materials left at the scene for possible connections to other incidents.
A European case of leprosy is claimed cured, prompting optimism about medical progress. The article notes ongoing scientific advances may erase the disease as a crime and that right thinking and improvement in medicine may hasten universal healing.
A curious note from the Baltimore American ponders a wise young couple in Massachusetts. He is famed for wisdom, she a college girl involved in sociology and experimental matrimony rather than cooking. The piece asks which will prove wiser and whether the husband will keep the cook in the family.
Londoners warn Japan faces severe financial and political crisis. Britannica and financial experts say the Mikado's government may sink toward bankruptcy, with war talk against the United States dismissed as absurd. Cabinet instability and possible national elections add to the uneasy outlook.
Washington reports a possible impeachment of Judge Grosscup of the Seventh United States Circuit Court in Chicago. The petition alleges the judge had a personal interest in the case and thus erred in trying it. Justice Day deemed the charges serious enough to merit full bench attention.
In Petersburg Indiana and nearby counties over two hundred farmers pursue a Bengal tiger seen at large for two weeks. The animal reportedly wears a neck collar with three links. Several livestock losses have occurred and residents fear to venture out after dark.
President Roosevelt responded to a Nevada legislative appeal relayed by Governor Sparks and directed federal troops to stay at Goldfield until the state can organize a police force, ensuring orderly transition and security during the process.
Detective Cornel us Lath left Memphis in custody of John Elenares, a Black man wanted in St. Louis on a charge of operating a gambling house.
British yachtsmen and the British public welcomed cabled news that Sir Thomas Lipton may pursue another challenge to regain the America's Cup, signaling renewed enthusiasm for the storied match and Lipton's famed campaign.
The jury acquitted Doctor B K Bakan of murder in the Dec. 1 death of John Mitchell at Hicckory Sulphur Oklahoma. The verdict came after about ten minutes of deliberation.
Emigration abroad surges with the eastward flow more than quadrupling the arrivals in the first week of January. The mass exodus that started last November continues at a remarkable pace across New York and the eastern region.
The Hon J H Weber died at Clifton Springs Sanitarium from complications after his leg was amputated following a gangrene infection. The death ends the tenure of a respected pastor noted for community service and leadership.
John Ralston, a retired cattle dealer from Tasingala, died in Louisville after being seized with pneumonia during a pleasure world tour. He arrived in the city, was taken to Willard, and died in an infirmary.
In Dothan Alabama a white man Montes Faulk was shot and severely wounded by a Black man. The attacker was later dragged from jail by a mob of about 200 citizens and lynched. The incident underscores ongoing racial tensions in the region.
Reports of Secretary Cortelyou's resignation from the Roosevelt cabinet spread Wednesday morning and drew immediate denials from Cortelyou and Lach. A Wall Street news agency then claimed, with high authority, that Cortelyou has been offered the presidency of a reorganized Trust Company and is considering leaving the cabinet.
In a circuit court Friday, the will of dead millionaire Colonel Thomas Snell faced possible invalidation as a jury heard letters he wrote and received. The crowd stretched capacity while lawyers concluded the offensive language in the correspondence defined the limit of obscenity exposed in this sensational case.
In Hardin County, Paducah, Allen Morrow, an insane man recently discharged from an asylum, shot and killed Joseph Banks and Martin Banks after demanding to marry Lucy Banks. William Banks exchanged shots with Morrow, wounding him. Lucy's alarm led to Morrow’s arrest.
At the closing session of the national guard convention General Crozier announced through General Crain that the national guard nationwide would be equipped before April next with the new model 1903 magazine rifle and 1906 ammunition.
Kate M. Bus Sick of Wabash Indiana named a director at Wabash National Bank. She is among the town's wealthiest women and will devote her personal attention to banking affairs.
Lombon Shipping men forecast a conference in this city of leaders from major steamship lines to settle the trans Atlantic rate war, potentially ending the lengthy dispute and stabilizing freight and passenger charges.
A head on crash in Cameron North Carolina between a Seaboard Air Line freight and the northbound Faust passenger train No. S84 left two men dead and twenty wounded, none seriously, according to early reports.
Paris police capture Rosalia Zamipaiska, suspected of belonging to a terrorist band that took $200,000 at Tiflis last July. She faces custody as investigators pursue connections to the organization and its July raid.
A Lansford woman pouring kerosene on a fire in Tamaqua caused an explosion that set her 6 year old daughter on fire. The mother, witnessing the girl ablaze, collapsed and died.
The Goldfield Nevada charter for the Nevada Miners Union was filed with the county clerk. The incorporated union aims to displace the Western Federation in the Goldfield district.
Washington reports indicate the House patents committee led by Mr. Minshaw Nebraska favorably reported the Dalzell bill granting the Court of Claims authority to hear inventor compensation claims for patents used without recompense when no contract exists. The Senate approved a retroactive clause earlier, but the House failed to pass due to that amendment. the Dalzell measure is non retroactive.
Washington Surgeon General Rixey urged the House Committee on Naval Affairs to appropriate 1500 for the construction and equipment of a navy hospital ship. The proposal envisions installing the latest instruments and appliances perfected in the medical field. The committee showed a friendly stance toward the request.
Washington Chatto tn Hepburn of the House committee on interstate and foreign commerce gives notice that on the first Tuesday in March the committee will begin public hearings on the Gronne and Watson bills to provide for inspection and grading of grain into interstate commerce and to secure uniformity in standards in grain classification.
Washington Representative Track nes of Missouri introduced a bill amending the interstate commerce act to authorize common carriers to issue passes to the widows of deceased employees and to their minor children.
Complete change of front by the house as it debates codifying penalties. The revision committee’s pacific spirit faded near session end as amendments strengthening corruption provisions are fought off. Only six pages left to dispose and few verbal changes secured.
Washington The senate committee on commerce considered the Revenue Cutter Service personnel bill. It reorganizes the service increases pay and rates for some higher officers and ordered a favorable report. This marks the first of the bills to raise pay for any part of the military or naval service to be reported in the senate. A small increase of officers is provided in the bill.
In Washington the senate faced a volley of criticism aimed at the bill to revise the U S criminal laws. Heyburn and Sutherland defended the measure while Bacon criticized its muddled arrangement and promised full explanations for each section as it is addressed.
Washington Senator Owen introduced bills to limit speculative loans by national banks for stock and agricultural dealings to their unimpaired capital and surplus, forbidding deposits beyond ten times the capital and surplus.
The senate ratified and publicized a treaty with Spain agreeing that upon request Spain will deliver up to justice individuals charged with crimes ranging from murder to slave trading.
In Bangor Maine Mrs William R Williams was preparing for bed when a hanging lamp exploded spilling oil over her clothing. She suffered serious burns before the flames were extinguished by other occupants of the house.
Charlee H. Sawyer Jr former governor died at his home. He was longtime principal owner of Sawyer Woolen Mills in the city.
George C. Weiss, a prosperous Cincinnati area farmer aged 73 and father of 16, sued his wife for divorce after 47 years of marriage. Judge Woodmansee denied the decree, ending the case.
The Hamburg origin steamer Ascan Woermann ran aground on Grand Lassa off the Liberian coast while sailing down the west coast of Africa and was a total loss. The crew were saved.
Anna Hill, described as driven by revenge for imagined wrongs, allegedly aided by Harry Robinson a former hospital inmate, slashed City Attorney Lewis B. Tuthill in the face. Local authorities investigate the bizarre incident at the courthouse area.
In New Canaan Connecticut a five on one pistol confrontation left Police Officer John D Reed shot in the head and stomach and probably fatally wounded as residents resisted a group of safe breakers.
A former Chicago banking official, Banker Walsh, was found guilty of misapplying funds. He must pay a penalty and face related penalties as determined by the court.
In Chicago federal court Judge Anderson heard the guilty verdict against Teom R Walsh, former president and principal owner of Chicago National Bank, on 54 of 150 counts after 33 hours of deliberation. He faces a prison term between one and five years.
Mrs H W Griffith Mrs J D McDonigal and Mrs Mary J Percival of Stockton nephew sisters of Mrs Lydian Bradley seek to overturn a Peoria estate plan valued around 4 000 090. The will leaves 2 200 400 to the Polytechnic School of Peoria. Capt Billy Moss once connected to Stockton and Peoria estates.
A miner from Miarlfisonville reports discovery of a vein of white coal under a farm near Wrightsburg in MecLean county Kentucky. The mineral is very light and produces ashes like wood while yielding no soot or cinders.
In Goldsboro North Carolina an eagle seized the infant son of William Woods in its talons as it laboriously fled the family yard. Woods fired, wounding the bird's wing. as it fell he killed it. The incident fatally ends the dangerous pursuit.
Robbers chloroformed 634 occupants of a lodging house at 332 East Thirty first street Saturday and escaped with $2,000 in jewelry and cash. The loot included $1,650 in cash.
Chicago property worth over 400000 was burned in a six story brick structure at 1929 Market street housing McNeil and Higgins wholesale grocers. Several firemen suffered minor injuries in combating the blaze.
Washington DC Captain Badger, superintendent of the Naval Academy, tells the House Naval Affairs Committee that hazing at Annapolis has been wiped out.
New York saloonkeepers remain unsettled by a proposed $1 per barrel beer price hike. One leading brewer contends there will be no increase. The dispute heightens tensions in the city’s beverage trade as merchants brace for impact.
Mrs. Frank Rockefeller is ill with typhoid fever at her apartments in the St. Regis on Euclid avenue Cleveland. Her family fears the illness may have serious consequences due to her years.
New York author Samuel L. Clemens known as Mark Twain is ill with a severe cold at his home at No 2 Fifth Avenue. He is confined to his room under physician care though his condition is not serious.
Erwin F. Miller and Irene Kline rode the same horse used by the bridegroom’s father Charles H. Miller on his wedding trip as they traveled from Pennsburg to Sellersville for their marriage ceremony. The pact tied a family tradition to a new union, honoring a 23 year old memory.
The American consul to Barschelt, seeking a marriage alliance for the heiress Hildegarde, becomes entangled in a midnight castle encounter when Gretchen and her companion reveal the princess is present. After a wry exchange in French, the American learns he has met the princess and her circle, leading to a tense standstill. The scene ends with Hildegarde insisting the man stay as fate delays his departure.
A fragmentary passage portrays a racialized caricature, with lines about a baby taking chicken and remarks about being born with a silver spoon, reflecting degraded stereotypes and minstrel language. The dialogue features names Sam Sunflower and Lucinda Sunflower in a dated voice.
A witty exchange asks how a husband proves love by enjoying a wife’s cooking, only to reveal he won't let her eat it herself. The brief quip plays on playful domestic irony and marital humor.
Mrs Mary E Minkener of Central Valley dated her will 30 years ahead and cut her husband Otis Plakeney out. The will bequeaths all to niece Virginia Weeks of Fairfield NJ. A codicil says anyone challenging the will is excluded from benefits, and the niece may decide to share with the husband if she wishes. About $10,000 remains in a local bank.
A nervous female traveler questions the stormy conditions as a deck hand flatly says weather never seems bad while women aboard seek help with inquiries about the seas.
A fragment suggests McGrath profited from a capitol project with the inquiry noting, What did he furnish, and stating that the air displaced by the building is involved, implying a controversial supply or service linked to the construction.
A clipped dialogue shows Pat asked if he supports the movement for world peace. He replies with a crude, cautioned assurance that he would back it only if he had to hack all creation to obtain it.
Eva recalls her chaperon warning her when Dick tried to kiss her. Edna confirms she turned away and says Jack was the preferred suitor, while Eva calls herself a goose for the moment.
In a terse exchange a speaker quips about Andrew Carnegie's wealth and health, remarking that Carnegie will likely find it hard to die poor and joking about his wife’s reaction, reflecting a wry press comment on fortune and matrimony.
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