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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1914
Page
2
Fragmented text describes job seekers and train crews, police involvement, and potential training or employment actions. It references Emmett Mevers, freight matters, and possible public interest in job pathways and supervisory roles. The passage is garbled with many unreadable terms and names.
The Board of Charities voted to approve plans for a county home and sanitatry buildings, seeking funds to complete a modern jail and secure prisoner transport to other counties. Secretary J. I. Werter noted Missouri has few up to date cells while urging legislation to compel counties to send inmates for confinement.
A complaint filed by Charis E Butler, attorney for Doniphas, alleges age discrimination and seeks review of a city ordinance allowing the Telephone Company to charge partners and lawyers $2.20 per month, while other customers pay $2.50. The company was given ten days to respond.
Governor Major announces several appointments. James L McDonald is reappointed to the Bt Joseph police commission for three years from April 1, 1914. HB Anderson of Bt Lovie is named to the management board of a late hospital for the place Web. Byrd Deccan of Poplar Bills succeeds James K Ben, presiding judge of the county court of Texas, replacing Henry Thrasher.
A Missouri supreme court term adjourns July 1 as four cases reach opinions. Local court watchers anticipate rulings on key criminal and civil issues, with deliveries expected across the week.
A water company pending public service commission action after new rolling decisions to secure and supply water. Officials indicate compliance with regulatory orders while awaiting guidance on supply arrangements and future rates.
Government officials face scrutiny as auditors reveal high expenditures and revenue collection gaps. Budget shortfalls emerge from criminal justice spending and tax revenue. audits show misallocations and potential shortages across departments, prompting calls for tighter controls and reforms.
Jefferwon Cy reports rail costs tied to a state plan for road use taxes. Court records show opposition to the levy and misdirected allocations. Attorneys Burk and others pursue overdue payments from several iron works.
The Supreme Court, aided by the perjury pretrial group, dispensed 705 cases last year. Be Combet 208 appears ready for argument after delays. A table by Aliexe shows litigation rises from 1686 to 1998 with thousands of cases filed, noting a four-year cycle and a three-year lag in the docket.
Judge John T. Moore of Ozark says county treasuries in southern Missouri’s hill counties face rising court costs. He notes sparsely settled areas must share burdens and urges actions to cut expenses in holding courts to ease the fiscal strain.
Jefferson City reports the state public service commission has altered Missouri express rate schedules from zone No 7 to zone No 2. The change lowers shipping costs by about four cents per package, benefiting zone 2 consignments.
A garbled report describes a train collision with injuries and fatalities. It notes police involvement and a court or tribunal inquiry, detailing crowd reactions and the sealing of the scene. Names and exact locations are unreadable, but the event centers on a dangerous derailment and ensuing investigations.
A historical article questions the influence of planets and weather on agriculture. It argues that planetary alignment and moon phases do not affect crops, noting weather changes are driven by other factors and that contemporary records do not support a celestial weather link.
Militants led by Sylvia Panmroret staged a hunger strike at the steps of the House of Commons near Westminster. After eight days of fasting and pressure, the Premier agreed to a depotion review. Supporters rallied as Pankhurst was released from Holloway and moved to the Prime Minister’s residence, where she continued to press for action.
Weesinetos Db C AS agree ment ends the strike of about 100 men in the Kanawha coal fields of West Virginia. Representatives of the operators and mine workers accepted proposals by three conciliators appointed to Secretary of Labor Wilson. Key demand was a check of enforcement to ensure wage changes, with reductions limited to not more than 1139 per month per worker. Minor points to be settled.
A gunman fired at a German envoy while an automobile convoy traveled toward a university gathering in Chicago. The attack disrupted a planned address by a university president and drew police attention to a broader security threat. officials later described the incident as a possible assassination attempt and warned of potential further violence.
Washington DC recounts a muddled anecdote as Senators Overman and Chiltoe of North Carolina and West Virginia join a quirky ride into Virginia. They attempt a playful contest, with unfamiliar tasks and a travel twist, ending in a humorous, unclear finish.
A suffragette chained herself to a statue and shouted at passersby near Whitehall and the Royal Exchange during a protest. Police restrained the demonstration as two activists were struck by crowds and others were injured in the melee.
The Taylor Coal Company acquired the Southern Mineral & Coke properties, three mines covering about 10 acres, valued at 16 thousand dollars, from Wiles M. Wout of Monroe. The new holdings boost Taylor’s daily capacity to 1,000 tons, giving it the largest single mine output in the region.
Dublin reports large shipments of rifles and immunities landed at the Connacht coast by Nationalist volunteers. Vessels suspected of secrecy paced the shore for a week, refusing signals. The rifles are said to be late American pattern. Torpedo boats ordered to patrol the coast to prevent further shipments. Spaghetti Eating Contest in Chicago outlines plans for a national spaghetti testing method to standardize consumption.
Jefferson City reports an overturned lantern igniting gasoline in the powerhouse near the highway and trolley bridge crossing the Missouri River. The blaze caused several thousand dollars in damage to the bridge and slight traffic delays on the approach.
Governor Major issued a formal proclamation accepting a $19,000 appropriation from recent congressional enactment for the State of Missouri to be used by the agricultural department at the University of Missouri in Columbia.
Governor Major issues proclamation declaring no special election for the Third Senate District seat following the resignation of General Prossis M. Wilson of Platts City Times. Weather delays and drought conditions cited as factors in postponing electoral action.
The steamboat Majestic of Peoria sinks after hitting the new waterworks tower north of St Louis at 1:35 am. Only crew, band members, and a scrubwoman aboard escape in three gun boats. two men reportedly jumped overboard. Conference on Eugenics reported in New York at Columbia University aims to study eugenics for education and other uses.
Sen Argel Texas cowboys chase coyotes in meter cars as their preferred ponies threaten to shunt horses from the range. Local riders warn of rugged pursuit, noting damage to teams and livestock while officials consider patrols and safety rules.
London sources claim Col Roosevelt may skip a public campaign this fall after doctors advised against strenuous speechmaking due to fever and fatigue. Sir St. Clair Thomson reportedly examined Roosevelt's speech apparatus and found him too frail for open air events.
In Lemœes England the German steamer Keleer Wilhelm Th left Southampton for New York but collided in dense fog with the steamer locomers Gecramento. The incident involved both vessels and reports note licensed crew members and tax details for the rear.
Bette Mont Mr and Mrs W A Malstes of Ralstes Ment and Clar Trowbridge of Wisdom crowned at a revell show. The festive event featured a playful fete and creekside celebration with villagers.
A disaster occurred when a launch capsized near Oswego River, twelve people drowned and many more were thrown into the water. Witnesses describe women and children among the victims, with survivors signaling efforts to reach shore minutes after the vessel overturned. Local authorities investigate as families mourn and the community seeks clues to cause and rescue lapses.
Fragmentary note discusses a deferral period linked to the Amalgamated iron workers and a forthcoming conference. It mentions plant owners, wage rates, and a specific period tied to a week’s schedule. Unclear details due to OCR.
Fragmentary OCR text references Mexico and revelations with a reference to a city and a weather event. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or concrete details suitable for a clear summary.
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A report details a heattrical actio tragedy where a troupe manager was killed after entering a fire burned area. Keeper of the ing e was called to assist as several deaths and collapses followed. Observers from the Western Federation of Miners discuss peace overtures and note leadership changes within the union.
Fragmentary report mentions fire at a railroad station near Cont pooth ear, river steamer incident on the river, a crew member presumed lost, and damage to a concrete wall near a Dewinieke tower.
A fragmentary report notes large British banks in London and a major financial deal facing scrutiny. The London City and Metro estate banks are referenced amid confusion and speculation about the market's direction and potential collapses.
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