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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1914
Page
2
A report outlines President Wilson asking Congress to repeal the Panama Canal tolls exemption. It notes Senator Chilton proposing a proclamation authority to suspend alter or abolish tolls and set new rates. It also details a night cross border exhumation and transport of a Mexican victim's body to the United States amid diplomatic tension.
A fire at the Missouri Athletic Club on Fourth Street and Washington Avenue in St Louis killed three men and injured or unaccounted for others. Guests unaware of the danger stayed in rooms, hurried to gather belongings, and were driven to upper floors by flames before seeking rooftop safety.
Mexico City Mexico Gen Victoriano Huerta moves to sign a decree creating a government bank to issue 400 million pecos as his latest bold financial step since assuming dictatorial power. The measure aims to stabilize finances and bolster his regime’s control over currency and credit systems.
Dr Joseph Sehmaskin announces sunlight and fresh air accelerate healing of large burn wounds that would otherwise require surgical intervention. The statement highlights non operative treatment and emphasizes sun exposure as a therapeutic aid in New York.
In Shubuta Mississippi a deadly clash occurred aboard a speeding engine. Marshall Baskin, a Meridian engineer, killed fireman M E Cole of Meridian after Cole attacked the engineer during the ride. The incident ends with Baskin's actions in self defense.
San Francisco completed the purchase of the Union street car line from the ferry building to Presidio for 312033 dollars. The city took possession on December 12, 1815.
Arthur C. Sharp answers a lawsuit for $100 over a neighbor's dog with an eight verse rhymed defense. The complaint alleges fault in the killing of the dog and Sharp denies all other claims.
A son was born to Mrs. Richard Derby, formerly Ethel Roosevelt, daughter of Theodore Roosevelt. She married Dr. Derby at Oyster Bay on April 4, 1913, making T. R. a grandfather once more.
Sir Ernest Shackleton has raised 250000 dollars for his Antarctic exploration voyage in London. He seeks a further 69000 dollars as a margin to support the accompanying parties and ensure the expedition's viability.
Mayor Tait wrote a formal apology to Prof. M. C. McQuess of Charlestown Mass after a boy beaned him during a lecture at the city. The incident prompted official concern and a public apology from city leadership.
The senate approved Benator Stone's measure abolishing the Springfield Missouri land office post. Also announced were Clarence A. Cannon of Lincoln County Missouri named journal clerk of the house at $4,000 yearly, and discussion of Philippine policy, Diaz in Washington, and Panama canal toll repeal urged by President Wilson. A mis-placed line ends with a Mississippi story noting a betrothal annulment fight in Biloxi as 11-year-old Vadie Steel wed Lonnie Parker aged 26.
The house voted 02 to 3 to pass the Booker bill aligning interstate commerce articles made wholly or partly by convict labor with the laws of the origin state. Secretary Bryan told the Pan American Union board he will visit Santiago in September for the fifth Pan American Conference. President Wilson discussed Mexican affairs after the killing of William Benton and comments by Carranza. Germany and Italy protested Turnetts bill health inspections for immigrant ships and U S sovereignty over foreign ships. Senator Reed opposed woman suffrage after a record 47 to 14 vote to table amending the constitution. Secretary Lane called an irrigation conference in Denver on April 9, with governors invited. The interstate trade commission bill revision was nearly finished after a Wilson briefing. Senator Thornton supported repeal of the Panama Canal Act exemption to coastwise shipping to preserve foreign relations. Senate defeated attempts to curb postmaster general authority over parcel post. Taft urged simplified court procedure for justice administration. Public land measures for western development were introduced in the senate and house.
St Petersburg aims to launch an aerial postal service to six major provincial towns. The scheme imposes an extra tax on letters sent by air.
The body of Father Crotser, missing for six weeks in Stockton, was found in Trapper Slough near Holt. It had been cut into 11 pieces and placed in four sacks.
Jefferson City reports a quarrel over material for the new state capitol as Senator Gardner objects to tight limits on stone sources. Gill demands subcontracts be reviewed while claiming Missouri suppliers offer the best stone and urging open competition. The commission and attorney general plan to respond after release of a formal statement.
Jefferson City reports the release of Simon Begley from the penitentiary after twenty one years four months and twenty four days. Begley who is over seventy and in poor health had never left the facility before today and refused pardon or parole saying he has no home to return to. A Cedar County brother visited seeking parole but Begley remained emotionally detached and refused to be released.
The Missouri Supreme Court issued writs directing the Secretary of State and the election board to show cause by March 16 why they should not place Vital Garesche on the Republican primary ballot for circuit judge in St. Louis. Two Kansas City police commissioners, A. H. O’Dowd and W. C. Reynolds, have terms expiring March 14. The governor will consider appointments next week.
Gov Major delivered an address at a Jackson county farmers banquet in Jefferson City, speaking on agricultural policy and rural economy before local farmers and officials.
Shelby County Agricultural and Mechanical Society directors choose August 25 through 28 for the 1914 annual meeting. Jet Rogers serves as president with W. O. Hepie as secretary.
Jefferson City reports Dale Saddlery of Milo complains about rising convict labor at the Jefferson City prison harness shops. Convicts are employed by prison contractors for 75 cents a day, working in competition with outside labor.
Old papers show Boone County held 5,032 slaves owned by 86 people, leading Missouri counties. Audrain had 4,166 slaves among 227 owners, Callaway 4,623, Monroe 7,021, Montgomery 145, Pike 4,056, Ralls 1,791, Randolph 2,618. In Moberly a two story brick building near railroad tracks collapsed due to vibration as walls funneled from the foundation. bystanders warned, removed benches, and the structure fell with the passing train.
The board of pardons recommends clemency for a father and his two sons, previously convicted of murder and bribery. Judge and promoting attorney roles cited, along with Gov Majer’s pardon action, to restore their citizenship. Paul ane homer on TL Myatt are named in the context.
A fragmented notice notes an upcoming municipal election in Kasees City in April. It describes the contest as a crucial test for the Republican and Progressive parties, with both fields full and the outcome expected to shape performance in the general election next November.
Frank Shelton pleaded guilty to a felony charge under Missouri statutes and was sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary.
Fragmentary report notes Reed Koch, former art goods dealer, linked to a local hospital in Nowy 8. It mentions Koch’s brother and a German doctor who spent years seeking a cure for tuberculosis, referred to as the white plague.
Caruthersville contemplates a financed engineering study and prominent system for the city. Officials estimate bonds or funding will support the proposed sewer improvements and related infrastructure.
Local authorities arrange a temporary loan of titles to the Shay Wellaville library after a community push. The project aims to widen access to reading materials and support ongoing literacy efforts in the area.
Jefferson City reports the Missouri Athletic Club seeks to revoke its charter via quo warranto in the supreme court. It cites the late Judge Gantt in the St. Louis club case, noting that dram shop laws do not apply to drinking clubs and that authorities on liquor dispensation pertain to club members.
From all over the state reports indicate county treasurers have stopped paying salaries to city officials in advance. In Hannibal petitions are filed seeking a special election to allow voters to decide on the commission form of government for the city.
Armed with search warrants, special grand jury members and Sheriff George Spencer raided gambling houses in Springfield. In each location furniture had been removed and one man was arrested.
The ninth annual meeting of the high school in the Third Normal School District will be held here in May. The notice lists the Cape Girardeau communities involved and outlines the expected agenda and local arrangements.
Webb Clay Mra Josie Foot was arrested with husband Benja Foot recently sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for brass stew ing. She was accompanied by Mack Hammond and said they were on their way from Joplin toward Monett to visit relatives.
The First Baptist Church of Maryville reports a new addition of members to its roll following a series of evangelistic services.
Springfield watcher reports Walter Lawrence held for Erle Kay authorities attempted to recape from jail by hollowing the wall. He shifted plaster away from stones to the jail wall while a sewerpaper covered hole. Patrolman Mc Clinton found the hole and Lawrence was moved to a different cell as officers pursued him for over a year.
The text notes a former governor JF Umetiech being brought into probate court on March 16, 1914, with divisions to Heme at Liberty, St Louis Masepic home, St Charlies Berk road, and German Franeries church. Several sums like $1.0 and $5.008 appear, with a daughter Mee M Behinidt and a wife as beneficiaries, amid accusations.
Local notes report a disturbance in Weston involving a campaigner and townspeople with unclear details. Police and residents confront tension as investigations begin into the alleged disruption and its motives.
In Adele county a rural clash arose as a pro nomian reform group and Radical Wike party joined a district council election. The plan includes $5 008 for a town hall project and 2 per powers for maintenance. A jury trial is set against Geo bie amid ongoing local legal action. The Northwesterers and others fielded candidates with charges connected to an entrance case dated 4 1944.
A fragment describes a plan by JW Ste to allot about twenty acres to be confined to a garden and two market shops on a property named Bere estate. A wind event damaged a binges area and a figure in the text references the Petty hotel and a ruin or block of shops.
An immigration commissioner Missedri announced plans to begin a nationwide newspaper advertising campaign to attract home seekers and settle Vas uf. The statement outlines selection of ages and regions to focus recruitment efforts.
The Maryville area board votes to adopt a consolidated textbook plan affecting Eatonham Haydlett Stark J. Eixbury Grewe and Joplin schools. The plan will go to a public vote on April 7.
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