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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1904
Page
3
The article critiques Russian governance in Finland, labeling Governor General Bobrikov a symbol of oppression. It argues conscription and press censorship fuel Finnish resistance, while noting emigration and civil rights erosion. It frames the murder as tragic but provocative, urging Russia to heed Finland’s push for rights.
An old American citizen, David Lyon, after a recent fire, returns to work with optimism. He recalls marrying forty eight years ago and tells his wife to stay hopeful as he continues on the road selling goods. The piece extols brave spirit and national prosperity through steadfast men.
Mr and Mrs Adolph Klenz of Washington have just been married a second time. They eloped in Rockville Maryland in 1911, separated six years later with a divorce, then reunited before Christmas and renewed their vows.
Dr Eugene Wagner of Germany arrived to address the American League for Civic Improvement and the American Park and Dude Art association but found the hall empty with only one person present. The meeting adjourned as the doctor and attendee failed to receive invitations or notice.
Prof Shimsue, a chemist and engineer in the Japanese corps, developed a new explosive composition used in shells. He analyzed mellinite and analyvadite years earlier and advanced the powder that hears fis mane.
Liao-Yang is a town in Gono with unknown inhabitants. Muxden has at least 200,000 residents.
The article notes the selection of a new Governor General of Canada for the upcoming fall term. It mentions Lord Minty as the current governor general and refers to a family connection with Lady Minto, wife of the present governor general. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.
The record traces Cortelyou rising from private secretary to assistant postmaster general under the second Cleveland administration. He accepts a railroad position in Iowa, remains in the post office department, and advances to hired clerk before returning to cabinet service and later white house duties.
Virginia lawyer Fiise Gale narrates an exchange with Jaidah PL Don amid wartime secrecy. A secretary of war inquiry elicits questions about fees. The dialogue reveals a lawyer explaining clients pay for services and requesting payment up front with a concluding remark on a fine.
Ex Gov George Ko Nash of Ohio is near death, kept alive by strong stimulants as physicians declare recovery unlikely. He remains conscious only intermittently while medical staff inform him his condition is grave and deteriorating.
For years Trinidad oil deposits drew attention but explorations stayed surface level. Now three or four borings of considerable depth have been sunk as a Canadian guide seeks to commercialize the project. Oil of first quality is reported, containing a larger proportion of naphtha than surface oils, boosting prospects for the venture.
A political candidate speaks to a free and independent crowd opening with alarmist imagery about primal forces, urban agitators, and pretended wisdom. The speaker contrast states politics with aged wisdom, framing the debate around control and perception.
Edwin A. Abbey, painting King Edward's coronation portrait, faced delays as the king posed briefly and Abbey benefited from his suggestions. Queen Alexandra reportedly caused further delays by insisting on multiple pose changes.
Roughly 57000 Americans emigrated to Canada during the previous year, reflecting a notable migration trend. Government and economic factors cited influence decisions, with many seeking better wages and living costs.
An apparent cabinet reshuffle under President Roosevelt signals broad changes in key posts. Secretary of State Hull and Attorney General Jackson are not named, with remarks toward a late March transition and potential new appointees in the Justice and Interior departments.
Reports recount heavy Russian casualties as forces grapple with concealed artillery and coastal bombardment. Survivors describe disarray near Ravine and Tine 21, with vessels reportedly sunk and prisoners captured. Fire damage includes a grand restaurant and furniture losses totaling significant insurance claims.
Tekin reports that a Japanese battleship of the Pereviot type sank while a Sevastopol class battleship and a first class cruiser were damaged. The Japanese fleet was nearly destroyed, and Port Arthur west of the harbor engaged the Japanese fleet.
Tibetan forces attacked Malla village Saturday night but failed to breach the position. Reinforcements reached from Kanzma through the Redidol gorge. British infantry engaged near Ntuni six miles beyond Sa stano with Tibetans entrenched at Ni har. Tibetan fire wounded a British guard as they defended Savards fort.
The Foreign Office issued a dispatch quoting the French Minister at Port au Prince saying that while he and the Haitian minister rode past the pavements soldiers attacked them with shot and clubs. The ministers' wives in another carriage were pelted. the wife of the Norwegian minister is American. Dr. Dennis believes France will present a formal demand for redress.
In a Tuesday vote Iowat Vernog, HL, decided to purchase a site and issue bonds totaling 325.0 for the project. The proposition carried about five to one. The southwest corner of Greenlawn was selected as the site.
In St. Petersburg the Provincial Consti tative Committee is summoned by the Emperor to discuss reforms for the peasantry as part of broad reforms.
A sweeping chronicle of war and disaster across nations. Japanese forces suffer casualties at Port Arthur as Vladivostok squadron sinks five ships. Finland fears crackdown after Gov Bobrikoff’s assassination. US officials clash on Chinese theatre, and social notes include Roosevelts attending a Hyde Park wedding.
Theodore Roosevelt was unanimously nominated for president with Charles W. Fairbanks chosen as vice president at the Republican national convention. The gathering, chaired by Cannon, featured lengthy speeches and a large show of support, including a formal roll call and high-profile endorsements for Roosevelt and Fairbanks.
Drake, Missouri State superintendent of reform, will leave Eldora to take a state role in lows reform. Board members say his departure ends a six year tenure overseeing the Elders district, where all but the admin building is school built by the students. The value of the district property is listed at 22,000 dollars. Shawneetown fire destroys eleven buildings, estimated at 20,000 dollars. Telliver brothers lose 2,000 dollars with 2,500 insurance.
Bloomington Illinois reports Charles Funkhes ser, age 20, shot Saturday by his younger brother Homer at their residence near Rantoul. He dies Sunday night after attempting to enter the house through a window. The brothers arguments preceded the shooting.
The President commutes Thea Walle’s two year sentence after her conviction in the western district of Missouri for embezzling funds from a national bank in Jefferson City. The case stemmed from actions involving bank funds and federal charges.
Admiral Chadwick commanding the American fleet at Tangier received Friday word that his plan to connect with the Perdicaris incident has the department's approval. The cable indicates the course chosen is sanctioned as the crisis unfolds in Tangier.
Detroit announces that the National Association of Postmasters annual congress will move from Atiua'ie to Niagara Falls. The event runs from August 22 to 24 with dates, locations, and scheduling details outlined by President F. BB. Dickerson.
Centralia Lil reports that bids for sewer construction were opened Monday evening. The contract was awarded to D. W. Neason Co. of Terre Haute, Indiana, for $30 121-8. The item appears to be a municipal contracting note with a single awarded bidder and a specified amount.
A city landscape gardener recounts a meeting with John D. Rockefeller. Rockefeller spoke quietly about never burning money, urging thrift. The gardener stopped smoking after the encounter, noting Rockefeller’s remark about funds and discipline.
Reindeer can endure more than many draught animals and can pull up to 200 pounds at ten miles per hour for twelve hours straight, second only to the camel in stamina.
Fredericksburg Indiana June 20 Reverend Enoch P Stevens extols Dodd s Kidney Pills claiming they cured his kidney troubles after nightly awakenings and frequent urgency. He says he has recommended the remedy widely with no failures and ties kidney health to pure blood and overall well being. plus unrelated notes on soldier weight limits starch quality and working women wages are mentioned in brief.
The Canadian Pacific railway plans to offer 26,000,000 acres of land to settlers. London's Roman wall sections are exposed by a house breaker during demolition near Newgate Street. A 2 oz package advertises a product named Use Tistress Ball Blue. Jan 6. Address 322 Third Ave N Minneapolis.
Merchants insist Defiance Starch remains unsold as some erocers admit they do not stock the 16 oz package. They cite existing stock of 12 oz brands and say customers who have used the 16 oz size will not buy the smaller, affecting sales and profits.
The Defiance Starch Co offers twenty five round trip tickets to the St Louis Exposition to five residents in Illinois Iowa Nebraska Kansas and Missouri who mail the most Defiance cold water starch trade marks from a ten cent package. Entries must reach Omaha Nebraska by September 1 1904. October and November are favored for visiting the Exposition. Defiance boasts 16 oz per package and no starch sticks to iron. Tickets will be sent by registered mail September 5. Starch sold by dealers. Peach crop claims higher value in Georgia than cotton for growers.
Advertises Defiance Cold Water Starch as superior with higher quantity and quality. Mentions price 15 or 10 cents and contrasts with rival brands claiming only 12 weight. Notes observers in Bahrein Island land purchases allegedly made by the Russian consul at Buehire in the Persian Gulf.
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