09 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1905
Page
1
A Missouri dairy commission report states 120 milk suppliers, 500 cows, and $24,665 paid for milk in the year ending Sept 1, 1905. Wheat, at 3,000 acres, yielded 25,200 bushels valued at $164.46, with net income about $550 per acre after seed and threshing costs. The dairy operation is described as the main profit source, and land fertilization costs from the wheat crop are noted.
Southeast Missouri exchanges urge raises for prosecuting attorneys. The Puxico Index notes support in some districts while others argue the current pay suffices. The suggestion aims to improve advocacy and efficiency in legal prosecutions across the region.
The piece attacks government waste in printing and graft, questioning ten year costs and urging voter action. It reports doctors being summoned by the state board of health in Kansas City to show cause why licenses should not be revoked for unprofessional conduct and links Marble Hill physician Dr. S M McAnally to the meeting invitation as well.
The commissioner of internal revenue rules that popular flavoring essences such as lemon and vanilla, sold in prohibition states, are actually alcoholic drinks in disguise. Evidence shows rising manufacture and that some essences contain 25 to 50 percent alcohol, sometimes more potent than diluted whiskey. Licenses will be required for manufacturers and dealers or criminal prosecution may follow, a move praised by temperance advocates for curbing true tipples.
A consolidation of regional notes from Billings Missouri farm life water works plans at Fredericktown and Farmington street fair remark Cape traffic and rail line updates news from Charleston Courier about a murder venue change and a catamount hunting report A gun incident near Sikeston ends with a fine and a stray soldier dies in Bird's Mills noting limited details and a saloon injunction in the Cape area with bond set at 5000.
Our Correspondents report two new cadet corps entrants Arnold Zimmerman from Marble Hill and Phonias Prey eis from Lutesville with orders issued. Rev Ed L Stovall filled his West Island appointment. Prof W A Delta preached. Revs J O Willett and T L Jenkins visited last week. Joe Bowman and Doc O Kelly visited home folks over Sunday. The Twins. Daveult prenchied st.
Huskey born to Mr and Mrs Marion Fox on Nov 4 a voter. Raises and sons work near Grassy at a factory. Mrs Louis Kaiser recovering from fever. Ray Huskey mildly better after illness. Presiding elder preached at Ebeneezer and held conference. Otto Reutzel and sister visited Rev Younts. John S Shanks of Millerville visited relatives. May Huskey teaching at Clubbs Creek visited mother ill. Shell and son near Lartesville passed through. Thomas Huskey returned to Pioneer Cooperage after short home period. Sophia Kinder visited family. George Reutzel Sr sick. Nela and George Waiser recovering from typhoid fever.
Winter appears set for the season as corn gathering dominates farm activity. Cotton workers reappear on streets while local families note travels and visits. Mrs J N Matthews visits Indiana daughter Altha. Miss Ethel McDaniel visits Wayne county relatives. Uncle Roe Cooper and wife returned from Indiana. An infant of Jasper Rea was buried at Rea cemetery. J A Harrold moved his engine and plans to relocate sawing near Greenbrier. A spelling bee is planned at Gregory school.
Stephen reports on Astrel Hughes teaching in Tynelelin canyons and at home, outlining his question to last through the season and noting work by A. M. L. Myers. The piece mentions Ie operated links and localized insights into the season’s start.
Busy partners and relatives exchange news from St Louis to Miller's Chapel. Beal improves dwelling, Die Keewhw ill at Lites Soatiine, Dhivis parewelied at Miller's Chapel. Visitors include Mrs. Do and Wedder to see kin. Emery Hay and Pesovero come weekly Sundays. Tank Paess and Hopry Caoperis plan to visit relatives.
A long column records funeral attendance for Mrs. Anna Sitte and local visits by families from Glen Allen and Patton. It notes births, illnesses, and farm activity, including stock purchases in St Louis and Marquand, school news, and church services across Crooked Creek and Union. A promotional nudge from The Press advertises Chicago Daily Review at 50 cents.
Slight rain remains common as farmers sow wheat later due to weather. Neighbors Frenkhin Stilts family Zalwit Odna Cooks Wile visited Sodsewiekville. Sarah Fikuart taught Martin school visited desks weekend. Ben Cook bought a fine horse. Aaron Senbumbh and wife welcomed a baby girl. A light, informal column of local happenings and names.
A light snow squall was observed by several citizens early Sunday morning. J. M. Welker shipped a carload of hogs and cattle last week.
Joe Davenport returned home from Arkansas last week. Emanuel Lorance is on the play list this week. Misses Sallie and Willie Kitchen went to Marquand on business last Saturday. Rev. O. S. Tallent went to Flat River Saturday to help in meetings. Shell and Denman shipped a car load of cattle Monday. J. Fulton Zimmerman visited home folks near Glen Allen Saturday and Sunday. C. L. Whitener moved over one hundred head of cattle to W. G. Kitchen’s farm to feed for market at Hayti using cotton seed meal. William Gruner was in Marquand Sunday afternoon. Prof. W. M. Welker attended the debating society Friday night and offered aid. There is talk of protracting the meeting at Pleasant TG. Many are being led to Christ. A huge wild cat was said killed in Crooked bottoms by hunters one night. The Barber schoolhouse debate Friday night drew a large crowd. the society will meet Fridays and invites participation. Lorna Doone.
The Kansas City Star classifies Missouri as a state of superlatives highlighting enduring happiness among its people. The piece argues certain truths about Missouri contribute to a cheerful citizenry, describing regional attitudes, culture, and social norms that sustain optimism.
Mrs Mary Susan Schell wife of D W Schell died of pneumonia October 29 1905 at her Wayne County Missouri home aged 59 years 8 months 22 days She leaves a devoted husband five children and many relatives to mourn her loss She joined the Baptist church about age 20 and lived a devout Christian life Funeral sermon was preached at Brush Creek church by J C Hembree and her remains laid to rest In Jesus blessed sleep rest peaceful death with hope for resurrection
Mrs Francis D Davenport Beal born August 11 1852 died August 24 1905 at her home near Kinder s Chapel Bollinger County Mo aged 53 years 13 days She left four children three sons and a daughter She joined the Methodist Church South as a youth and lived a devout Christian life until death The obituary notes her kind heart and encouragement to others and states she was laid to rest near the church where she worshiped The funeral was preached by L R Mave pastor on the third Sunday in October from Philippians 1 23 fulfilling the hope of resurrection for the bereaved family
Rail service expands with daily through trains from Delta to Texas. Officials say streamlined routing cuts transfer need and speeds travel for passengers and commerce. Local communities anticipate economic benefits from improved connections.
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