16 Mar 1905
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1905
Page
1
A Jefferson City reference to a stock law amendment circulated in the St. Louis Republic area on March 2. Citizens reacted with heated denunciations of lawmakers and officials, fearing statewide action. The panic subsided as Tus Press found the alarm unfounded and other papers investigated, noting the amendment only affects counties that have adopted it.
Francis M. Cockrell, long a popular United States senator from Missouri, retires after three decades of service. Known for selfless work for Missourians and strong bipartisan respect, he entered the Senate poor and leaves with a clean record and trusted counsel to presidents, including McKinley.
The Kansas City World recalls a strong friendship between President Roosevelt and Senator Cockrell. It says that when Missouri sent a Republican to the Senate, Roosevelt regretted Cockrell's retirement. The president offered Cockrell two good appointments in acknowledgment of his long service to the nation and party.
Regular correspondence from the State Capitol notes heavy activity as adjournment nears with 1100 bills introduced and only a few likely to pass. The House adopted a plan to hear bills alphabetically while the Senate moves toward closing business. a March 14 adjournment was proposed but later amended in the Senate. The notable board of control bill failed in the Senate after House passage. debate centered on consolidating state institu tions under a 3000 salary board of twelve commissioners.
The Missouri Senate debated a bill to repeal a law allowing race tracks to operate bookmaking and related gambling. After a tense session, Senator Hicks shifted at the final roll, voting aye to support the repeal while Ely delivered a compelling appeal about the harms of licensed gambling.
Opaque OCR text shows a heated session with mixed opinions as bills move between chambers. Civil and criminal measures face partisan battle, including term limits and candidate nomination rules, with accusations of impropriety and debated funding allocations.
A fragmented OCR item reports a partition case with scattered names and roles. The text lists several individuals and an unclear court or legal proceeding, noting disputes among parties and possible witnesses, but the garbled source limits precise details or outcomes.
In DeSoto, a woman enraged by a gambling room blaze caused by a jealous patron stages revenge. She torched the room, destroying furniture and windows as smoke and alcohol fumes filled the air. No arrests reported though officials discuss potential state witness claims and further action.
Prof. Wi M Aulsbury school commissioner of Madison county and well known in Bollinger won the medal in the annual oratorical contest at Cape Girardeau on March 6. The report notes it as an honor any student may be rightly proud. The item also mentions a black man called Sport charged with murder and a man named John Middletox charged in another case.
Missouri experiment station bulletin highlights methods to raise corn yields by selecting seed from the field, using dry storage, and planting grad varieties. It cites Boone county white records showing 45 to 90 bushels per acre with careful seed selection and breeding practices. Free copy available by addressing the Experiment Station director in Columbia, Missouri.
Fertilizers named Swift's Superphosphate and Swift's Complete Fertilizer featured in West spring market notices. Trade advisors urge farm stores to stock supplies as season begins, signaling growing demand for soil amendments.
Court minutes from Mendig show tax, stationery, and office costs for county officers including printing contracts, bond interests, and fees for officials and deputies. Notable items include stationery supplies, printing for county offices, and allowances for judges, clerks, and constables. Adjournment set for Thursday, April.
Our Correspondents describe a student program in the Stuvder district and a successful term at Halcesteret Miweh Ta. A formal program and a fine dinner were enjoyed by ethic patrons, marking a notable community gathering.
Farmers prepare crops and families plan visits as Mrs. John Young expects Arkansas guests and Mrs. Phos Young hosts Sunday afternoon. An entertainment is announced for the schoolhouse Saturday night with a general invitation to all residents.
Absent resident returns and notes Springs growth with farming prospects. Health good in the district. J A Strader and Early Connor busy with clearaye. Ilan sale closed March 10 with an engaging program. Miss Cora Chestner teaches. Boys attended Gam Springs schoolhouse entertainment on March 10. report says it was interesting. J W Horn plans new fencing, Alexander Propst organizes a log rolling. EB Hahn traveled to Scopus. Tom Jackson makes rails for Ed Peter. Cornelius Mahn visits Alexander Propst. more scarce news leads to a pause.
The WV Of College admitted a list of new enrollees including Hugh Sitze of Bessville Scott Rekadge from Blodgett B C G Seabaugh and GC Grites Sede Wickvie and Swiss Clare, reflecting a diverse entering class.
Nellie and Statin Bovey and Rev. PLD Menteamiate of Pred ericktown visited, with a week’s report of interest. Grimsley of Zaliaa visited his daughter Miss Maveie, a college student here, as the term opened. A list of new pupils is promised next week.
The Lutesville Banner reports ongoing court visits by Sheriff Conrad and local citizens at the county seat. updates include Mrs. William Strattman recovering from pneumonia and Caele San Cox moving to Indiana after 35 years. Zalma plans a canning factory, George Butts new miller, and Corbins completing homes and barns. Judge Brühl improves slowly after retirement, Rev Butler preached, and Prof Brazier and Miss Hahn closed a successful school term amid many visitors.
Letters of administration granted by Bollinger county Probate court dated February 17 1905 to W EK Chamberler administrator. He requests all claimants to file within one year from letters and within two years from notice publication or be barred. administers the estate and seeks allowance of claims.
The Whitewater Valley Stock Farm advertises first class stock with a Fariey herd of Short horns always available. Thorough selection and reliable trading are emphasized for buyers seeking prime cattle stock.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.