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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1904
Page
2
In this dramatic chapter, Morris confronts Blake bluffing about John Burt and a twisted financial plot. Blake exposes Burt as the mastermind behind Morris’s downfall, with Burt revealing himself as James Blake & Company. A crisis unfolds as Blake nears death and passes a final appeal to John.
A fragment from Marble Hill Press notes Joe Jefferson’s farewell tour and mocks dramatic fashion. The passage references rising hair costs and general satirical commentary on culture, football satire, and societal quirks without coherent news events.
Fragmentary text notes slow preparations for reproductions of a Lone Tree event. References revolutions growing in Italy and disturbances in the city. A claim mentions 20 attacks in New York. Quackery is described as a regular business there.
The chapter details cooking breakfast over a rasoline fire as Starvathwart progresses. It emphasizes method, ambiance, and the practical setup of the meal within the automobile wedicline world, signaling a shift in narrative focus toward daily rituals.
John J. Sullivan urges caution in signing four abstinence pledges. He notes that one could emerge later as a promissory note or formal commitment, highlighting potential future obligations and misinterpretations.
Local note reports Joaquin Miller, the Frisco poet, has stopped spouting poetry on his Texas property, signaling an end to his outspoken verse. No further details on dates or reasons provided.
Major Delmar breaks another trotting record amid a season of record attempts. The harness racing scene shows frequent record bids and evolving standards as drivers chase faster times and higher marks.
King Oscar of Sweden dances at 75 and enjoys it. The Swedish kings once forced subjects to dance, yet they did not live to such a happy old age.
A Pittsburg parrot reportedly started a fire by eating matches and injured its owner in the blaze. The account reads as a lurid parable, suggesting poetic justice in the incident.
A reflective note on marriage stating that while a wife is often called a man's inspiration and aid, a truly successful man is happier with a wife who provides consolation and practical help.
Dutch forces seized Patoeha Toe during a clash with Achinese fighters, killing 196 Achinese and losing three Dutch soldiers. The attackers likely used small arms, as one or two Achinese were equipped to shoot.
The writer of The Memoirs of a Baby has married and now seeks to assess whether a sequel should be published. Her status as a macina suggests plans to pursue or reject another installment based on future opportunities.
A fragmented report describes a peculiar pitch termed the nothing ball that slows at the plate, pleasing hitters who anticipate a chance to make something of it, while analysts speculate the pitcher may be frustrated or triumphant as the ball behaves oddly.
A speaker tells the Parents' club that poor cooking contributes to many divorces. He argues that until the race is more developed the surest path to reach and hold a man is to treat him rightly.
A cautious view dismisses any quick upheaval in Central America, arguing revolutions would be wasteful and unlikely regardless of local conditions or factions, shaping cautious regional expectations.
A voice from the New York scene notes that a shift in market mood favors safer returns, with investors buying fixed income and seeking stability. The piece reflects on the average person’s reluctance to leave business for retirement, preferring steady interest income.
A fragmentary report from Renton Washington describes a massive rock discovery at a local coat mine. Observers say the rock is so large that two buckets could hardly contain it, suggesting significant scientific interest and potential practical impact.
Sir Thomas Lipton announces he has given Designer Watson carte blanche to secure a win. He notes that more than carte blanche is required to secure a winning night, a need already recognized by Lipton.
Chemists now say the Hot Springs’ perceived healing powers stem from radioactivity rather than the earlier belief in radium bath luxury. The article notes the vast number who have patronized the springs and questions the foundation of the claimed curative properties.
An electric car carrying seventy-five passengers toppled into the Rio Grande at El Paso. No one was killed, but some Mexican passengers likely felt insulted by the forced swim.
Judge Holdoin declares full dress for a woman to be a short dress on top. The remark suggests fashion dictates are accepted by law, with law deferring to a higher authority on appearance.
A Jersey City pastor hires a boxing instructor to train the church youths, aiming to channel their energy and keep them away from trouble. The plan reflects a mission to discipline and empower young men within the congregation.
Blake taunts Morris as John Burt and John Wart arrive. Morris fires, Blake lunges, both are wounded. Morris collapses after a second shot. Blake falls. John Hawkins orders crowd back while surgeons attend the injured. Jessie to be summoned as doctors tend the victims.
Jessie Carden learns that James Blake is gravely wounded and Morris dies after an assassination attempt, provoking a mobbed hotel scene. General Carden orders immediate action as police clear a path for the ambulance and the climactic discovery confirms Morris’s death.
General Carden escorts Jessie and Edith to a second floor room where a patient and a case of surgical instruments sit unoccupied. A red haired tall man enters with a blunt manner as whispers reveal a fatal shootout involving Morris and a round of quick betrayals.
A mid century tale from London Truth recounts a village church restoration funded by a dream invention. A man designs a wearable machine that generates winnings every five minutes. He travels to Homburg, supervises a week of gambling, and returns with enough capital to revive the church, as recounted by Henry La Beuchere.
A New York Times item describes a French chemist’s method of injecting scented compounds into a woman’s skin to create a lasting aroma. The piece notes the costliness and novelty of these “hypersomatic” injections and suggests Americans might adopt the practice.
On the Mohawk River between Amsterdam and Tribes Hill New York Aaron Pepper's farm is home to several horses including a blind mare. The herd swam across a river bend and a companion horse returned to aid the stranded animal guiding it to shore. Both horses and foals reached safety with help from the lead animal.
In a dialogue the man boasts of a landsome home and modern comforts but admits what he lacks is a wife. The woman assures him that a wife could be obtained for the asking, highlighting a social exchange about marriage.
Paris court case affirms the rights of telephone girls as public officials. An actress faced prosecution for insulting a central girl but was acquitted. The decision clearly establishes the dignified status and respect due to the demoiselles de telephone.
A brief dialogue reveals a marriage recently formed. The speaker notes the wife still views her husband with a Napoleon-like resemblance, hinting at ongoing adjustment in their relationship.
A major snow and wind storm swept the Atlantic coast from New York to South Carolina. Communications faltered as telegraph and cable lines failed, with New York briefly isolated. Cape Hatteras felt the storm early Sunday and winds reached up to 76 mph at offshore gauges. Snow followed along the coast, with Knoxville and parts of Georgia, South Carolina reporting light accumulations and unusually cold conditions across the region.
A Chicago bound passenger train No. TO derailed near Presenot street wood Wireherrem intersecting a city street as it neared Merchants bridge. Forty injured with seven to hospital. engineer J. P. Fines and fireman DF Lew yn badly hurt and likely to die. Passengers diverted to Union Station and then to Banner Line for Chicago bound trains.
In Indianapolis Indiana the Warner plow company with a large manufacturing plant here was ceded to Central Trust Company. Capital stock listed as 150 dollars notes of 2.70 dollars fell due Friday and the firm could not meet them.
Fierlin reports that Gen. Ne gi, in command before Port Arthur, is fully empowered to negotiate with Gen. Stoessel of Russia for Port Arthur's surrender. The note names Ne gi and Stoessel as primary actors in the planned capitulation talks.
Ardmore reports extreme heat in the Chickasaw Nation could damage late cotton if a cold spell does not arrive. forecast indicates potential for significant agricultural impact and crop risk.
In mid November the Republican state central committee reports receiving returns indicating Roosevelt will hold a priority lead in Michigan. The district results show William Allen Smith, a Republican, elected in the Sun district.
Two inches of snow fell along the Thochk stand Railway line near Cartrove New Mexico this morning causing delays and blocking portions of the track. Local crews worked to clear the line as conditions remained wintry.
In Fifth Rock Arkansas, voters chose electors and Congressmen today though the state election occurred in September. Parker and Davis led the state by 40,000 to 50,000, Bryan carried Issuu by 76,000, and the full congressional ticket was elected.
The first snow of the season fell in Sioux City Iowa on Thursday totaling more than half an inch covering streets and rooftops as early winter weather began.
James W. Ott, a rural-route carrier, was arrested Thursday in Jefferson City on an atmosphere of taking from the United States mail a registered package containing 208 in currency. The parcel from Taos was consigned to the local trust company.
Death of Lewis Snell Stigers a longtime Buchanan county pioneer and resident of St. Joseph Missouri was reported Monday after a period of declining health. He had been in poor health for some time and the end was expected.
Tokio reports Manchurian army headquarters say Russian forces attacked Wachentai and Linecanon but were repulsed by infantry and cavalry. Russians retreated toward Manehnantgzi. The armored cruiser Gromokhel reportedly struck a rock and was damaged near Vladivostok during trials, with unclear impact on the fleet.
Portland Maine November returns show Republicans ahead by 27,500 for presidential electors. Roosevelt leads with 64,334 votes to Parker 27,203 in 18 cities and towns, a net Republican gain of 848 since four years ago.
Hale reports that all ten Democratic congressmen appear elected with only the Sth and the Witc districts undecided. Republicans do not concede those two. Statewide Democratic majority appears about 50.00.
Mukden reports the Japanese on the left bank of the Hau river advancing to occupy three positions. Russian forces attacked, drove them back, and restored their original lines of defense, sustaining the ongoing battle.
Denver reports The Times records Roosevelt carrying Colorado by about 3000 votes to 600 for Adams. Early returns from Denver indicate Peabody trails and scattered tallies are still incomplete with only a few precincts reporting by evening.
Snow fell in Saline county Kansas on Thursday marking the first of the season as temperatures dropped rapidly in the region.
In Louisville the tally shows Parker with a 16 480 plurality as 672 of 18% of precincts report in. The 11th district, a Republican stronghold, is still to hear from and Parker’s probable plurality is estimated between 12 000 and 14 900 by both parties.
J W Goer a former Marshall resident was buried locally on Thursday following his death in Los Angeles A longtime citizen of Marshall his obituary notes his burial in the community he once called home.
A fierce snow storm began late Wednesday night and continued Thursday across northern and northeastern Nebraska. A Norfolk dispatch reports increasing injuries and blizzard-like conditions as temperatures fall well below freezing.
Princeton New Jersey senior class elected H. U. Short of Missouri as president on Friday elevating a Missouri native to student leadership at the university campus.
Key voting figures show Cleveland with a plurality over Harrison and Clarrison across several districts. Measured majorities include Cleveland 218 over Jaine 182, Harrison 238 over Cleveland 168, and Cleveland 277 over Weaver 145, with McKinley and Bryan race outcomes noted in fragmented totals.
Illinois delivered a stunning election result with a Roosevelt landslide across the state. Roosevelt carried the state by at least 2,900 votes with full returns likely higher. Deneen's gubernatorial plurality surpassed expectations while Republicans swept Chicago and many counties, reshaping party strength in the legislature and among congressmen.
Viceroy Alexieff arrived in St. Petersburg on Thursday evening, signaling the start of his official visit and meetings with local authorities and military leaders. Archives note the ceremonial reception and planned discussions on regional administration.
In Maryville Missouri the St Louis papers retracted a Friday report claiming Judge Ellison of the Fourth Judicial Circuit was defeated. He was elected by no majority of the ticket and ran 2.27 percent ahead of the Democratic ticket.
Paris Missouri reports James H. White cotteun Democrat won a legislative seat in Monroe County and F W McAllister was elected senator from the Thirteenth district.
Partial election returns from Cheyenne indicate Theodore Roosevelt carried Wyoming by a clear majority with Mandell winning Congress as a Republican and Brooks elected governor. The rest of the state ticket appears settled.
Jackson Florida November 8 The scattered returns indicate the usual Democratic majority in Florida The Democratic candidates for congress are all elected.
South Bend Ind Monday evening fire in the Studebaker works paint shop caused considerable loss as several tanks of naptha burned and the blaze threatened the entire plant for a time.
The Logan Creek payment began in Weleetka on Monday and will continue about ten days. About $125,000 will be paid to Indians at this point under the direction of Agent Schoenfelt.
Early returns show a large Republican landslide with Roosevelt and Fairbanks defeating Democrats in most states. New York, Illinois, New Jersey, and Connecticut lean Republican as Marsland and Higgins win key contests. Missouri and Georgia tilt to GOP. Democratic governors lose ground in several states. electoral vote likely 345 or more for Roosevelt.
Representative William E. Trautmann, re elected from East St. Louis, arrived in Chicago to announce his bid for speaker of the Illinois House. With a Republican majority, Trautmann is seen as a leading contender, aided by Sherman, Deneen allies, and other party figures.
Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney Lyruch urged County Court on Thursday to issue a $250 reward for arrest, trial, and conviction of Rosa Butts murderers missing since the night of November 2. The order was to offer payment upon apprehension and conviction of the responsible party or parties.
In Atlanta Georgia the final statewide vote tallies show Democratic candidates winning across multiple districts with Parker’s plurality noted as a contributing factor. The report emphasizes Democratic victories among Georgia’s congressional seats and references strong turnout in November.
Heaviest vote tally reported with heavy turnout across Utah. Democratic state headquarters note Mel Roosevelt carried the state by a large margin amid strong party support and widespread participation.
Returns from the outlying districts suggest Roosevelt leads with a likely majority. Joseph Mo Dixon running for Congress appears backed by the Republican ticket while Pewle Denia contends for governor and the legislature shows bipartisan gains.
A cold wave hit Wellington on Thursday morning marking the first appearance of winter. Snow and rain fell as north winds shifted, bringing chill to the day.
John G Higgins father Richard Higgins was accused of murdering Mrs Nellie Thomasson of Lacon and released on bail of 15 dollars. He returned to Peoria Friday after being missing since the murder day.
Oscar Schramm a former local political figure and noted manufacturer in St. Joseph Missouri died of catarrh of the stomach after nearly two months of illness.
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