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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1910
Page
2
A mosaic of quirky items and misprints recount social trends and curiosities. Notes on a proposed telephony link from Scotland to Paris, divorce rumors, kidnapping headlines, prattling pronouncements on Mars, boulevard naming debates, and goofy reminiscences about memory aids. Various cities including Chicago and New York appear with satirical glimpses of culture, travel, and public manners.
A jury declines to convict in the Heinze case and returns a not guilty verdict on charges of misapplying bank funds against the Copper King. The ruling concludes with no financial wrongdoing established beyond reasonable doubt.
Frederick Augustus Heinge was acquitted of misapplying bank funds while president of Mercantile National Bank. A jury found him not guilty of overcertifying his brother’s firm checks. The trial spanned nearly three weeks amid sharp exchanges as Henry Wise, the U S district attorney, faced heated defense summations. Arthur F Hejnve insulted Wise in court and was ejected. Heinge expressed plans to focus on copper properties, saying the delay cost millions.
A bill by Representative Smith of Iowa would bar publication of descriptions and pictures of prize fights across states and the District. It would also prohibit bringing such descriptions or records of betting into the country. Violations face up to one year in prison or a $1000 fine.
Washington D C the house passed a bill to open coal lands for agricultural settlement and development of surface lands classified as coal lands.
President Taft is reported to have a bad cold after a dinner party in Washington. He went to bed and ordered that he not be disturbed, signaling a quiet rest after the evening.
The famous resident of Tarrytown, John D Rockefeller, hosts popular spring drives with guests from the town. He greets men women and children at the start all vehicles are praised for safety and beauty. After rides he keeps the guest garments as keepsakes. Meanwhile Berlin reports Emperor William plans a London trip for King Edward's funeral arriving next day.
London Ene archibald Depay known as the laziest man in the world faced his wife seeking separation at Totterham police court after years of chronic laziness. Her counsel said he was restricted for six weeks and too tired to answer. In Little Rock Newion Baum, a bankrupt merchant, was jailed for contempt for not delivering $16,684.10 to Receiver J. A. Comer, claiming poverty.
In Phoenix Arizona a posse led by Sheriff Carl Hayden and Immigration Inspector Cronin captured the two bandits who robbed the Phoenix and Maricopa passenger train near the city.
Washington DC Secretary Bal linger was discharged from the witness stand by the congressional investigation committee after counsel announced they had no more questions to ask at present.
Washington witnesses the Ballinger Pinchot inquiry as Attorney Brandell questions Richard Ballinger on rulings that barred him from appearing before the General Land Office for Cunningham coal claimants. Ballinger admits prior rulings existed but says he did not inform the president. The committee adjourned the hearing until Thursday as investigators seek original memoranda and further documents.
Greenshore Washington, Thirty eight deputy sheriffs are held by the coroners jury over the death of Paul Keno a miner during a riot at Irwin near here A second miner reportedly died during the clash A large striker demonstration drew about 10000 miners with district President Feehan and Vice President Van Wittner addressing the crowd.
Anbochin Missouri reports that Reverend Clyde W. Gee, a Southern Conference member of the Missouri Synod, receives a new trial recommendation from the Methostial Episcopal church appeal committee. Gee faces manslaughter charges tied to the death of Miss Gleason, a Linelina county teacher, with co-defendant Reverend Philreian of Eleberry arrested after her death.
Springfield reporter describes Link’s alleged confession to taking money to vote for United States Senator Larimer. Link reportedly told Frank Reid his statements were written and denied nothing. The interview center on a telephone call and an interview in Mitchell.
Lima Peru tightens wartime readiness as volunteers enlist daily and private donations swell the war fund. About 24 000 soldiers are quartered in the city preparing for possible conflict with Ecuador.
Cora Thermas of 1214 North Sixth Street St. Joseph Missouri drank carbolic acid at her home and died shortly after at a hospital. Authorities say the death was self inflicted, seem to be tied to her husband Will Thomas who went to a baseball game despite her pleas for him to stay at home.
In Pittaburg a judgment day saw several defendants from the German National Bank and Columbia National Bank sentenced or ordered to prison. A. A. Vilenck drew eight months and a $5,000 fine. others faced eight months or four months with fines, while some sentences were postponed for weeks due to family emergencies. Charles Stewart, Stewart, Weber, Ferguson, and Rearne received sentences or postponements related to bribery and felonies involving city officials and bankers.
Holter Kansas attorneys for Tillotson claim a reversal is possible after a jury found him guilty of kidnapping Marian Breakley. Judge Raine’s instructions focused on intent. Judge Pollock testified in refracted form. Co-defendants Stellan Barclay Gentry Randolph and Grease faced separate trials postponed to September. Also, Katie Manz 18 was indicted for first degree murder in Maseilion, Canton, Ohio, in the death of her sister Elisabeth 19.
The steamer Minnehaha, which ran aground on the Selby Islands three weeks ago, arrived safely in port under her own steam at Falmouth England. No injuries reported and ship now secured, crew accounted for after perilous delay.
A commentary on the presidential role and constitutional obligation notes the tension between the founders intention and modern practice. It argues the president should execute laws faithfully rather than use public appearances to sway Congress or the people.
The country views the Aldrich Taft taint as unfitting for the people and criticizes President Taft for defending the law. Voters see it as benefiting trusts and raising prices, while Taft’s popularity declines and he is portrayed as outclassed by Aldrich. The Senate expresses regret over his alliance with the law and its perceived influence.
Nagel calls the Aldrich tariff the best ever passed while critics say the Republican pledge to use the production cost gap as the protection measure was not honored. The piece asserts special privilege and private interests trumped the pledge and the party’s national platform.
Governor Marshall tells Indiana Democrats the party seeks preservation of vested rights and elimination of vested wrongs. He urges public and private economy as a winning platform not only for Indiana but for 291 congressional districts.
Mr. Aldrichie plans retirement from the senate in March but may arrange to assist the administration in an advisory capacity.
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