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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
2
A garbled Missouri item mixes slang and oddities from a century era, referencing baseball, fashion, aviation records, courtrooms, and social quirks. It highlights scattered notes on culture, crime, industry, and public life with numerous misprints and fragmented phrases.
A columnist notes when women near thirty reclassify married friends as bachelor girls. A Gotham business house eliminates affectionate addresses and humble signatures from correspondence, yet many reporters remain dearer than their titles suggest.
Herr Kretachmer, manager of a leading Berlin hotel, says it will be impossible to abolish Ops until guests cease asking for special service. He adds the idea contains a broader sociology and economics message.
New York officials clash as Coroner Holshauser bans blasting during Lexington Avenue subway cave-in recovery. Edward E McCall of the Public Service Commission orders blasting to reach buried victims, as crews labor by hand with drills amid 15 to 25 ton rock. Two bodies already recovered. risk to others remains high.
Washington reports that the general postal service chief faced many protests against a recent order ending the practice of backstamping letters. Despite objections, the policy will remain in effect, with most protests coming from postal patrons and offices nationwide.
London reports another Balkans earthquake with feared disaster. Hobees collapsed at Tirnyna and in Bulgaria near the Yantra a Danube tributary, 27 people were killed.
Reported plans indicate water will be let into the Gatun rocks lower level this week to complete the canal link from ocean to the locks. Project officials estimate a gain of about 200 or more yards in approach work as part of the expansion.
Freany Cal Sister Alacoque, mother superior of St Anugiyetine's Academy, was killed in a crash. Sister Agnotin, same meditation, and a Japanese chauffeur were seriously hurt in the collision on Jappobie Avenue this esty.
In Washington observers say the Interstate Commerce Commission will deny railroads permission to raise freight and passenger rates after review. The move signals a likely setback for carriers seeking higher charges, with regulators poised to curb price hikes amid mounting political pressure.
Chicago court records show Emil Van Korrelweek refused to answer Judge Gemsmill's questions after a prior fine of $50 for talking too much. he was fined $5 in the latest incident.
The Servian cabinet led by Premier and Foreign Minister M Pasitch resigns in Belgrade, Servia, signaling a political shift as the government steps down amid unspecified tensions or events.
In McKeesport, Pennsylvania a member of the paid city fire department is accused of shirking duties during a $40,000 blaze because his trousers had just been pressed and cleaned. The incident centers on improper conduct amid the emergency.
In Morepeth England a large delegation of suffragettes and thousands of spectators witnessed the interment of Emily Wilding Davison in St Mary’s parish church yard Northumberland. The ceremony drew wide attention as supporters gathered to honor the activist who had played a pivotal role in the suffrage movement.
Government sues Quaker Oats and Great Western Cereal, aided by American Urreal and others, under Sherman Act for unlawful restraint of trade. Complaint says the cereal trust controls about 60 percent of the market for cereals and by products. Seeks perpetual injunction to halt alleged price fixing and collusion with Joliet and Fort Wayne mills among others.
The article reports the engagement and upcoming wedding of Mr McKinley to Miss Katherine Niles, daughter of Mrs M Niles, with details on their meeting in Chicago after a trip from Iowa. The notice notes the couple’s plans and a reception where they connected, during which Mr McKinley was described as not a state legislature member.
A confused report states the Turkish grand vizier was killed in an assassination attempt in Constantinople during a convoy scene. It mentions revolvers and gunfire and questions who was responsible, claiming the aim was to undermine the Young Turks committee. The piece links the killing to a supposed forceful advance against reformers.
The court exonerated Beetm Mast William Mi Woed and codefendants in a dynamite conspiracy plot to bribe juror Marries Shuman. A public hearing before Judge Creeley closed quickly with no evidence presented to the grand jury.
Three masked robbers tied Jandercross with adhesive tape in a Chicago saloon storeroom, then looted Arthur Schmidt’s saloon on Washington Boulevard. They escaped in a touring car with 61 dollars and 49 dollars worth of liquor.
A fire of unknown origin swept Gordon Wisconsin destroying several houses and buildings including two churches a school and the town hall The total loss is estimated at 100000 dollars.
The 14 year old murderer known as Herman Copper arrived at Joliet Penitentiary where he received his first shave and was issued long trousers. The case involves the death of Mrs Manny Bleep and her two children.
Manila dispatch reports a clash between American troops and Moro rebels near Jolo led by a U S expeditionary force. Several Moros were killed, with U S casualties described as light. Private Edwin F. Facuicy wounded in the leg amid a tense engagement on a constrained route guarded by infantry and cavalry with mountain guns.
Ma Aller ander claimed she killed her husband Arthur Bellsy with help from Logie Mraidphetlat in a 4 year old murder case. The defense argued she acted after a violent assault and that years of memory gaps and diminished responsibility affected her actions.
President Wilson plans a portion of his summer at a Washington area country club across the Potomac in Virginia. The venue hosts the President and his party as they engage in outdoor leisure activities and recreation.
In Racine Wisconsin the deaths of two more injured victims from the steam barge E M Peck explosion are expected, with one man still missing, bringing the probable death toll to seven.
Charles Kellan, dying at county hospital, alleged in an antemortem statement that five men he had been drinking with threw him from the hotel’s third story and abandoned him to die.
A bomb was thrown from an upper window during a Lisbon municipal parade wounding many. Reports stated several were killed but could not be verified. news dispatches are severely censored.
New York reports the estate of John Jacob Astor from the Titanic disaster is appraised at 86,966,6 1. Widow Madeline Puree Astor receives 7,678,696. Maria Astor and John Jacob Astor Jr. obtain 4,80,758 and 2,922,072 respectively. The estate’s size is noted as the largest ever appraised in the country. The valuation cost was reduced by half each side covering expenses.
A wave of ministerial resignations unfolds as key figures including interior and education ministers step down. New appointees replace them, with General support cited for trusted replacements, while ongoing political strain tests President Nasamet’s administration.
A distressed steamer drifted with passengers left at mercy of waves after crew withdrew amid confusion. Officials were alerted as attempts to reach port failed and the vessel remained captainless in hazardous seas.
Washington secretary Hieyay plans to bring a lunch basket to the war department building each morning claiming it saves about an hour for eating in the office and aids dieting. The report notes the claim and mentions the election commission inquiry context without specific fraud findings. Separately, professional race driver Richard Sebring died from auto race injuries in Bloomington after a crash on a Thmile road course.
In Long Beach Alabama a locally built reeel with elf men surfaced after resting on the ocean bottom for 14 hours, breaking submergence records for submarine boats.
The text presents a cryptic line about a gambling chip described as a relic from the old era. It echoes a slang phrase that likens the chip to a roan tail or worn token, suggesting a nostalgic or marginal view of gambling items.
A garbled Paris scene shows a Parisian man denying an accusation, claiming it is only a politeness. The exchange ends with a boast about a dollar and a remark on a “blude sold” line.
The quoted bemused reply explores a curious idea of yellow perception. It hints at a philosophical or linguistic debate on color meaning and cultural associations while offering a glimpse of a fragmented, nonsensical dialogue.
A 1918 reader recounts years of edema and a stubborn skin condition, refused head shaving, tries Cuticura Cream and Soap after friend’s tip. Partial relief becomes permanent cure, though lingering symptoms persist. a nearby case mentions a fatal accident involving a child from a porch fall during a blaze.
An early design describes a combination telephone receiver and magnifying attachment to aid viewing while on calls. It details holding the receiver against the ear and using an adjustable magnifier to enlarge the screen area, enabling hands free operation and document handling during use.
A Tessas schoolteacher recounts switching from coffee to Postum, noting clearer skin, absence of indigestion and headaches, and improved energy while continuing her work. The ad describes two Postum forms Regular and Instant, with brewing tips and encouragement to experiment with strength and cream to suit taste.
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