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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1904
Page
2
A quirky collection from Marble Hill Press includes puns political snippets and literary flourish. It muses on fatherhood marriage war and social views with playful and provocative lines.
A quip suggests that if a man could monopolize menns shine clawing cum to baseball players, he would be on the road to wealth. The odd wording hints at a humorous or satirical note about contraband or gimmicks in sports culture.
It appears the discovery and publication of Herbert Spencer's letters may rival the pace and enthusiasm once seen in Carlyle letter printing, suggesting a flourishing revival of interest and scholarly activity around Spencer's correspondence.
A noble marquis, now 351 in age, has become a father, a development described as surprising given his advanced years. He reportedly struggles with strain and fatigue as he copes with his heir and ongoing responsibilities.
A farmer in Oregon township, Lu cas county, filed a meticulous return showing every cent of his property for taxation. The remarkable document drew sweeping attention in local papers, generating substantial headlines about his thorough record and financial transparency.
Rhona Adair once led the scene but Miss Lottie Dodi captured the Enelind title. The new champion earns praise for skill and poise while fans toast her victory, marking a bright moment in local golf history.
Clara Morris discusses aging and the pleasures found in memory and experience, noting a lighter tone now than in youth and suggesting richer content ahead as she grows older.
A Bennington couple who had celebrated sixty seven years of marriage died on the same day and were buried side by side. The event drew comment from observers including Robert G. Inger, who noted the coincidence and its emotional impact.
A man traveled to Mise Helen M Gould's home to wed her but was arrested for failing to reach the required obstacles and overcome the barriers rather than for the marriage plan.
The article notes King Peter of Servia plans a coronation on June 15 and suggests securing the venue with a high fence and a vigilant guard at the gate.
Government experts state the number of radioactive minerals is larger than generally supposed. The silver dollar is cited as an example, noted for its high activity in emitting radiation.
A murky account recalls a Pennsylvania man who tracked years of hunting before meeting a woman who matched his ideals. The piece suggests he must now demonstrate he earned the approval of all the men he failed to satisfy in the past.
Susan B Anthony testified in a will case asserting women often lack financial knowledge or experience. The witness challenged stories about women and money management and dismissed claims about women wearing trousers.
A London physician argues that tall apartment blocks shrink child head size and reduce intelligence, a claim that raises debate on urban living impacts on health and development.
A Brail Dock young woman suffered a dislocated elbow while attempting to button her skirtwaist at a reception. Reports indicate she was too near the skirtwaist to a reception, drawing more notoriety than injury.
A New Hampshire man who had been courting a woman for 32 years died within two hours after proposing. The odd delay prompted speculation about how the outcome might have differed if he had asked sooner.
A Chicago lawyer advanced a plea for his client that a wife is bound under Biblical law to behold her husband even if he ordered her to aid in handling stolen property, but the court has not ruled on this interpretation yet.
Henry James argues that there are too many births and that fewer births would increase public happiness. He favors a select audience over writing for the masses and critiques indiscriminate procreation as a path to societal contentment.
A town man who ate a quart of salted peanuts on a bet died shortly after as salt intake may have caused the fatal outcome. No further details are available.
In a bustling scene from an old tale, Sam negotiates a dressmaking spree with merchant Mr. Farnsworth. He lands a black lace shawl for 1195 after touting bargains, while a twenty five dollar bonnet goes for three and a half. Sam’s mother, tearful, finally agrees to stop shopping as relatives discuss sickness, charity, and family care amid New York trips and household hustles.
Sam's rise with a dressmaking venture strains his mother’s faith while a chance revelation about silk costs exposes his secret. Mrs Rounds aids the family during typhoid care and Sam fetches a nurse, as neighbors debate political loyalty and a district faces upheaval.
James Blake, a California miner and former farmer, endures a brutal Sierra Nevada blizzard after waking in his mountain cabin. He prepares breakfast then descends toward a tunnel, facing an epic snowstorm described as a fourteen foot fall in twelve hours with a freezing gale and drifting doors.
A fragmented account describes a local amusement scene with scattered references to performers, stage events, and audience reactions. The text mentions Backwoodsmen, pauses between acts, and unclear remarks about a deathbed, a stage, and curious observations. The wording is jumbled but implies an unusual or notable show and viewer impressions.
An eclectic fragment reads like a literary meditation on poetry and identity. It references Japanese poets, Uhienian women, and a vow to dedicate a year to study and creative immersion, alluding to a quest for creative truth amid a torrent of sensory impressions.
A fragmentary report describes a clash of royal scheming with statecraft thinly veiled as courtly romance. Princess Alix of Pilesse and the exiled sated tre attempt a political gambit, while figures like King Henry and Deare Doake face pressure over a contested voter hand in a tense, rumor-filled court.
Fragmentary account recalls an ancient hunting method using a weapon nicknamed jaw belline to confuse and terrify game birds. A reflector to cast a bright light and bells or sounds supposedly alarmed partridges, aiding capture while riders and hunters moved through fields and hedges.
Leonard Baldwin described a bizarre scene where a priest and Irishman were taken to a cemetery. Friends wore winding sheets, and one poured cold water on the man to wake him. The Irishman asked for a drink as he surveyed the tombs and figures in sheets.
Washington reports the General Staff has created a comprehensive military education system. Corps and service schools will train officers and noncommissioned officers, with new garrison and service schools to feed staff colleges and officer training programs. The effort aims to standardize methods, advance staff skills, and prepare officers for higher command across services.
A terse report from Cripple Creek notes claims of military intervention to aid miners and warrants involving Western federation president Moyer, Cripple Creek explosions, and a transport Sato Maru beached near the Kosedo straits. Officials dismiss accusations and transport news adds to the tumult.
A damaged inbound St Louis train wreck report describes wrecking events and ensuing injuries. The scene involved an engine moved from Pho to the passenger train, with passengers deemed newly constructed for safety. details mention responders and hospital attention.
Durangs Malster David P L Dar of the Orange Dinurt lies gate to jail rather than pay a fine. Exon ta jored by Juadac Russell of the iNstriet Court for selling a sleepstein ar the enurg. The court feed my Say. Too will mor pay 30 conte. Application will pro bably be made to the Supreme Court by D's attorneys for a writ of sinper Fees.
A muddled note claims the Japanese seized a fortress at Port Arthur and suffered heavy losses, but the report cannot be confirmed and is unlikely to be timely.
John Alexander Diowie, Stirs, Towie and her son Gladstone Dowte sailed Saturday for New York on the Connard Tie shearer Laressite. There was no demonstration on their Verpeger tine.
Peoria Wisconsin’s Corning distillery resumed limited production on Saturday after a two week shutdown triggered by a disaster that claimed fourteen lives at the plant. Authorities and company officials aim to restore full operations while ensuring safety measures.
Jefferson Missouri marshal Finks arrived from St Louis with Julius Lehmann and Wwhose sentences of six years each were sent to the Supreme Court Tuesday.
St Paul Minn officials say the Southern Pacific express safe robbery near Hear Mouth Montana on Thursday night yielded little of value, with authorities noting no significant loot despite the attempted crime.
The city council on Tuesday night passed an ordinance repealing the union label requirement for city printing and the mayor signed the measure. The rule would have allowed only shops employing the union label to bid for city printing. Nearby, Niuehwang reports Greek refugees say Japanese forces are a few miles south of Kin Chow and a stiff fight occurred Thursday southeast of that point.
Teklo dispatch to Central News notes the second issue of exchequer bonds oversubscribed with total subscriptions reaching 160 240 762 dollars. The report highlights robust investor demand and broad participation across institutions.
State department reports failure to ratify the pending extradition treaty with America at the national Tinama convention. In Missouri Union a man named Dave Reynolds was shot and killed during a robbery attempt at Newton early Tuesday. His accomplice escaped.
St Petersburg Moscow and Wicharkhoff districts report staff departures to Manchuria in August. Authorities weigh the failure of tactics used so far as strategic reconsideration begins amid troop movements and dispatch plans.
Vice Admiral Kamimura returns to base Sunday after an inspection mission, with no discovery of the Riuselun Viadi Vosrong Meat mentioned in official reports. The brief notes the formal reentry to port and the ongoing search status.
Kew city marshal James Murnell remains critically ill at Mutronpolis Hospital after a prisoner bit him on the left thumb ten days ago. The wound swelled and doctors report little hope for recovery.
In May Thursday night the transport Kat suo entered the harbor of London and rolled the cruiser Yanete causing it to sink. No further details on casualties or salvage were provided.
Funeral services for Abner McKinley were held Monday at Ida S. McKinley’s residence in Canton Ohio. The burial followed in the McKinley family plot at Westlawn Cemetery.
Grayville reports Al Dye a former Crosville resident was shot and killed by the Marshal during a Sunday arrest at New Haven. The writer notes interference with the Marshal while arresting Dye’s son.
The Missouri Horticultural Society, meeting in St. Louis, formed a three member committee to trace a fund of over $100 not in the treasurer or others’ hands, investigate its source and disbursements, and reform bookkeeping. President J G Whitten and others spoke on gardening and bird protection. prize strawberry winners listed with totals around $15, led by J F Hall for best collection.
At closing exercises in Fredericktown Marvin College conferred P H I degrees on Imogene Franklin Jessie Davis and Edgar W Snider by Dr T E Sharp of St Louis. Also medals awarded in music to Imogen Franklin Anna Donnell Ethel Green in business and shorthand to Lela Hobbins Elin Hobbins Jessie Davis Alnin Cameron Archie Campbell John Williams Charles Green and medals for Scholarship to Imogen Franklin Improvement in music to Anna Donnell Essay to Albert Green Oration to Milton Davis Declaration to Albert Green Recitation to Lela Robbins and Penmanship to Beasie Kleinschmidt.
Neosho Missouri recorded the worst rainstorm in history with over 21 inches in an hour, accompanied by hail and lightning. A house was badly damaged and many trees were destroyed as lightning struck five sites. George L. Clements and Fred Miller were killed taking shelter under a tree during the storm.
The Riverside Scriptural Institute has met for three days at the Baptist Church in Centralia and will hold its next session on January 14 in Fulton.
No post office robberies were reported to the Post Office Inspector. A. Dice had two incidents one in Herculaneum Missouri where the safe was blown open and another in Minturn Arkansas where $85 was stolen.
Sedalia Missouri Frank James alias P F Jones who shot and fatally wounded Fletcher Hill near Windsor last February was convicted of manslaughter in the Pettis County Criminal Court last week and sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary.
A man in Union Missouri attempted to rob a store while his confederates escaped, details not disclosed. The incident left no further injuries reported and no arrests confirmed at this time.
In Missouri sociology Professor Charles A. Elwood reports on state jail conditions. January 1 1904 total city jail population was 541 with 6 detained witnesses and 2 insane prisoners. Of 420 inmates awaiting trial 97 were sentenced. 87 white and 206 were female. 42 prisoners under 18, 22 awaiting trial, 20 serving sentences. Excludes 522 nonreporting counties plus city lockups and workhouses. Statewide average winter day jail population near 2500.
The Missouri division of the Sons of the Revolution hosted a reception at State Hall in the Missouri Building at the World’s Fair. The hall featured national colors, flowers, and an orchestra. Attending were Gen Geo H Shields president of the Missouri division Edwin Greely of New York judge J S Haycock Maj Ira H Evans and others. About 1000 people attended including many Daughters of the American Revolution led by Mrs Donald M Lean national regent who received a bouquet from Mal Evans for Mrs O T Holt hostess of the Texas building.
Judge Frank FP Dearing, veteran circuit judge of the Twenty first Circuit, died last week in Hillsboro Missouri after illness. Born December 25 1863 in Washington County, he studied at the public schools State Normal Cape Girardeau and the State University law department. He served as Jefferson County prosecuting attorney and was elected to his circuit seat. His funeral was held in De Soto on Friday.
The case of J D Todd charged with first degree murder for killing IR T Will saw the trial postponed while an application for bond triggered evidence. Testimony suggested Will reached for a revolver before Dr Todd began firing, a point the State plans to contest.
In a electrical storm in Franklyon Missouri Higatt Todd Joe Drake and Ed Jones were struck by lightning. Higatt Todd and Joe Drake were seriously injured while Ed Jones sustained a light shock. Todd, son of T H Todd a leading Howard County apple grower, was working in an orchard and is not expected to recover.
Mrs Frances Hollenbach and her three young children living two and a half miles south of Knob Noster were struck by lightning. They are reported unharmed but shaken as the incident occurred in rural Missouri.
Jefferson City Missouri The Supreme Court denied an application for a writ of mandamus filed by the Pacific Mutual Telegraph Company against the Terminal Railway Association seeking permission to lay wires in the St. Louis Union Station.
Henry B Dorr of Rutland Vermont formerly editor at the Springfield Republican and Boston Herald died in Kansas City at age 45. He had been employed as an editor and previously worked for major New England papers. Funeral details were not provided in the notice.
New Franklin Missouri report states Martin Mendose and Abundio Flores, imported to replace striking Katy workers, were struck by an engine and killed in the rail yards Thursday night.
A new bank organized in New Haven will be called the Farmers' Savings Bank with capital stock of 20000 dollars, half paid up. The bank plans to open for business about the latter part of October.
Governor Dockery announces W F Potts named Coal Oil Inspector of Fayette for a two year term from June 23. Robert L Hope also appointed Coal Oil Inspector of Centralia for a two year term from June 14.
During a rainstorm lightning struck the dwelling of Wm Cook in Lebanon Missouri and tore the side out of the house.
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