02 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1902
Page
1
A disordered summary from a Missouri news page notes Democratic figures like Be Joseph, Whybark, and Fox, with mentions of Cape Girardeau, St. Louis, and Jefferson City. It covers convention strategies, endorsements, weather impacts on farming, and political maneuvering ahead of state and congressional races.
Southeast Missouri may gain the governorship as all regions have held the post. Vandiver is seen as a strong candidate with support from Southeast Missouri and friends in Central Missouri. Charleston Courier hints at backing Vandiver. The Republican State Convention nominated J A White for superintendent, with Venere, Berney, Pravapthil, and Korttgrm in key roles. Roosevelt's administration praised by some, while others seek an investigation into state affairs and deride Democratic governance amid criticisms of St. Louis leadership.
Jefferson Democrat condemns the Globe-Democrat for 20 alleged exposes on Missouri state finances. It notes the Globe offers no consistent findings from five independent experts, disputes over eleven million dollars, and accuses the Globe of misrepresenting bonds and school funds to smear Democratic officials.
Lieutenant Governor John A. Lee of Missouri defends an introduction of Hoo. Ww, J. Bryan delivered at a Maryville church. He says the republication press distorted the wording, presenting that the introduction reflected on character.
A Missouri correspondent lauds William J Bryan as a model of truth courage and steady temper. The essay extols his influence on the nation and cites his enduring popularity and steadfast service as a guide for American citizenship. Missouri figures Senator Cockrill and Rep Van Diver are praised for their work in Congress and service to the state.
Burron Paris writes from Washington D C praising the city in late June 1902. He notes lush shade trees clean streets paved with asphalt and concrete ideal for bicycles. He describes government reservations blooming parks and a smoke free atmosphere. Washington is portrayed as rapidly becoming a monumental city.
Chairman McJimsey of the Republican gathering in Jefferson City delivered a contentious remark described as a great misquotation against misrepresented democrats. The Webb City Register notes the claim would trigger sharp backlash and a storm of ballots in November as local leaders defend Misroar’s standing.
Forty four teachers in Miesiashppi County Institute include thirteen men. A white boy shot a coon, causing little damage. Vandiver pushes rural mail delivery from Jackson. Jackson Telephone Co will split property by deed. Whitener moved from county to Pemisast. distillery fire loss noted. Wheat crop in county exceeds expectations with W. H. Andrews reporting produce on fifty five acres at thirty bushels per acre. St Louis firms face bankruptcy petition against F. T. Jackson Store Company for over 62000. Cayou postmaster Ed Ngoo owes Uncle Sam 989.25, bonds called. A young man of good family connected to a murder case in Wayne county is mentioned. Sam Brown hanged in Greenville for murder of Geo. Richardson. Hawok road freighters’ old excursion to see veterans, with old freight-haulers in attendance. Charley Talley, 30, commits suicide at sister’s home in Elvins.
Despondent behavior preceded a death by self harm. Carter resigns as Wayne County prosecuting attorney for a better post with a St Louis firm. A plan to fill the expired term with others is discussed. The Goatheast Missouri Pair Circuit was organized with leaders from Cape Girardeau and nearby counties planning October events. A $25 million mortgage secures bonds for the Cotton Belt system affecting Missouri Arkansas Louisiana and Texas. Sid Smedley, 17, accidentally shot 12-year-old Dee Felts on a Hornersville lake outing. the gun fired while Smedley teased Forts. Colds and cough remedies are advertised with One Minute Cough Cure.
Our correspondents report no rain abundance with corn promising and crops laid by. A large crowd watched Sam Brown hang in Greenville Friday. an execution reported as successful. D B Corbin sold a log team and wagon to Lafayette Robbina for 150 dollars. Roo Frasier works for Linrisham. Dudley McCullough dined with A W Ashcraft. Pioneer Cooperage Co. cutting MéMion Amber into bolts. Herman Sikenky pushing Burnhart residence work. Virgil O Bannon finished sawing at Honey Pond and will move his mill. Fourth of July celebrations planned at fivram and Zalma with dances and picnics. readers joke about ink shortages. Crops look promising with corn, oats, garden produce, hay and wheat. Also includes an ad-like paragraph about Kodol digestive aid endorsed by Dr S M McAnally.
A reflection on rumors and the duty to warn a friend before gossip harms reputation. The author condemns spreading unproven tales and urges giving the accused a chance to respond, warning against creating public shaming without due process.
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