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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
1
The weather prophet takes a vacation until after the election as Congress may adjourn mid June. Page items report conventions nominating Bryan and Towne, Yates for governor, and Cullom’s fate, plus court sentences for burglary. Editorials praise Missouri Democrat and critique Dewey praise and Boer commissions.
The fragment suggests a dispute between groups labeled Boers and Witish with mention of action taken in the past and a comparison to individuals named Uncle Surmiel, highlighting a disputed and ambiguous situation without clear facts or outcomes.
The Chicago Record notes publishers resist rising white paper prices driven by trusts. Lawmakers weigh relief by removing duties on materials used in newsprint, with hearings planned soon. The piece suggests action before the session, urging Congress to address the issue promptly.
Edward Lauterbach, NY Republican leader, warns in the Kansas City Times that the GOP risks losing the party if it lets Democrats draft a platform plank in favor of the Boers. He urges Congress to express sympathy for the South African republics and questions Dann and the president’s stance on the issue.
Jongrussman Salzer of New York challenges Webster Davis's May remarks on McKinley as a patriot and condemns British actions in South Africa. Sulver on the house floor denounces the administration, accuses it of suppressing opposition, and hints at White House influence. He laments the spectacle as unworthy of representative government.
An official notice from the War Department states that General Otte, returning from Manila, is entitled to gratitude and honor from his country. The announcement emphasizes the soldier’s dedicated service and rightful recognition as he heads homeward.
New York World report recalls a December 1598 proclamation asserting US sovereignty over the archipelago and demanding submission. Gen Otis edited the document to cool the tone, but an subordinate released the original, fueling war. The piece notes Otis’ biweekly bulletins of “trouble is over” and a deadly fight cited as cable news broke.
The Kansas City Times reports that Democrats should reaffirm the Chicago platform. William Jennings Bryan states the silver plank remains vital, and the party will back bimetallism and anti monopoly measures. He urges Republicans to endorse the Kansas City platform at the forthcoming convention.
The House adopts restitution for a constitutional amendment to elect U S senators directly by the people. Supporters urge pressing a vote in the Senate to gauge positions and apply pressure on resistant members for reform.
Our Correspondents reports farmers complain of a fly in wheat. Local notes record social visits, illness, and accidents. Mentions James Seabaugh of Zalma, James Limbaugh, Pinkney Estes, sick lists, a wagon accident near Marble Hill, a newborn, school improvements, and a sermon at Mount Zion. Also notes about weather, peaches, smallpox rumors, and political tone.
A late week missive from Pea Ridge covers corn planting progress, corral and lumber shipments to Zama, local illnesses, and social visits. It notes deaths of Columbus Hutson and a young child, a sheriff candidate's activity, a county insurance push, and a reflection on national politics with a 1900 epoch-marking voter count and currency debates.
Enumerators will receive government badges to serve as credentials while gathering data. The badges, made of German silver and shield shaped with an eagle, bear the inscription United States Census 1900. An order for 60,000 has been placed by the census director.
A fragmented OCR item mentions fatigue and a sports context with unclear phrasing. It references a person or team and potential activity but lacks coherent details to identify event, names, or places. The readable fragment hints at routine daily life or casual remark rather than a full news item.
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