01 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1911
Page
1
A historic sales pitch promises June and July as banner months with a nationwide promotion. Every woman making cash purchases of 25 dollars or more will receive a handsome gift as an incentive to shop during the two months.
The piece argues that three and a half million dollars is a modest cost for a fireproof state capitol given rising material and labor prices. It notes some want a five million proposal if the smaller fails, and urges economy advocates to back the plan. It then shifts to praise for Wo M College in Bollinger County, highlighting progress, new housing, dormitory care, and commencement achievements including graduates, medals, and performances. It closes with a memorial obituary for Susan A Shrum, born 1836, who died in 1911 after a long marriage to Joseph Shrum and seven children.
A longtime Congregational Methodist member, grandmother Shrutm passed peacefully after fifty five years of devotion. Her husband and children predeceased her. She lived with grandchildren, cherished by relatives and friends, and we mourn her death while her spirit endures.
A memorial tribute to Mrs Sarah Thorn boneh dated May 12 1911 recalls her sweet character and steadfast faith. The verse honors her life as a guiding star for her children, urging resilience, hope, and trust that she is not lost but gone before toward the golden shore.
A fragmented Lutesville News page lists residents and actions from the week. Mentions include Ralph Dewith of Scapus visiting. Charles Cunningham of Miny televalory. T A Coldwell finishing a new residence. Mr and Mrs Robert Dram Jr visiting. Flora Duncan of Blytheville visiting friends. and Rose Burford family traveling to Dexter for a depot position. Also notes logs about Mr Elfrank in St Louis to tend Charley Thompson’s bedside after a fatal injury, with other residents visiting and minor home projects.
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