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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1903
Page
1
Fredericktown DemokratNews notes Mr M B Qomawe of Ash Grove seeks secretary of state nomination and Jovan Watson of Moberly pursues Supreme Court seat with Marble Hill visit. Also laments Panamanian recognition, praises printing industry advances and De Vinne interview in Scientific American special issue.
A dated opinion noting the human and financial toll of American Philippine involvement. It decries deaths, the long conflict, and the cost of islands gained, arguing the gain has not repaid losses and warning of further expenses. Includes a brief note on a November 7 1908 dispatch from Washington and a mention of a Missouri movement for presidential nomination.
F M Qoxanis writes that he is honored by Missouri Democrats and the possibility of his name being presented at the National Democratic Convention for the presidency. He says he would not object if the party deems him worthy but refrains from seeking the nomination.
From Sept Carrington teaching staff, state examinations for teachers certificates will be held in St Joseph and Jefferson City on Monday and Tuesday December 28 and 29, 1903. Examinations in group and special subjects on Monday, the eleven required subjects on Tuesday. Ray county plans a large delegation to attend the state association at St Joseph during Christmas holidays, about 100 teachers from Ray. The total enrollment will reach 9,000. Missouri educational exhibit will showcase complete work by select schools, with rural schools expected to excel in all round performance. The association is on a new plan with sessions in the forenons and evenings and department meetings afternoons. The debut of county superintendents will be attended by twelve county superintendents and 306 county boards of education. Miss Sutton, superintendent of Atchison county, leads an excellent program. It is noted Missouri once built better school houses, with progress in dwellings outpacing schoolhouses. The ideal school house should rival the best residences in convenience, comfort, sanitation, and decoration, inviting every child and uplifting the community. D J Crosby of the National Department of Agriculture spent ten days in Missouri visiting schools and detailing elementary agriculture. He demonstrated how nature objects aid learning, fostering mind power and country life understanding, and praised Missouri for leading in uniting education and practicality.
A fragmented item reports Mr Haney of Geneva Ohio cured after forty years of piles by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. The ad-like text touts the product as permanent relief and claims effectiveness for burns, bruises, eczema, tetter, sprains, and skin diseases.
The 58th Congress opens with John Sharp Williams anticipated as floor leader for the Democrats and Cha mp Clark moved to Ways and Means with David A. De Armond and James T. Lloyd placed on key committees. William Randolph Hearst gains attention as a presidential prospect while Cuban reciprocity and refined sugar differential dominate early debate as the Sugar trust pressures reform. The 8th annual Missouri Sunday School convention is set for December 4-6 at Pilgrim Congregational Church in St Louis.
Old and new subscribers are invited to obtain a lavishly bound volume about Pope Teo XIII with a papal coat of arms. Prepared by Moneignor O Reilly, D D official biographer, the book costs 2 60 but remittance of 2 50 gains eighteen months subscription to The Twice a Week Republic and a copy of the book postage prepaid.
Dyspepsia and indigestion plague many, not just the rich. Green's August Flower is advertised as a 35 year old remedy that purports to cleanse the liver and boost appetite. Trial bottles are offered at 25 cents and regular size at three dimes, via Dr. McAnally's.
County court approves salaries and term costs for several officials. A resignation at the county farm prompts appointment to fill the unexpired term. Numerous cost bills approved for individuals and court services. Road and bridge projects authorized and well construction funded. Public well committee appointed to spend up to 243. School land sale and land assessment actions recorded.
The record lists numerous county court disbursements and allowances including J V Slinkard 128.40 for salary and expenses, Dr G M Witmer 71.49 for pauper care, and various care payments to individuals. It notes bond approvals, abstracts of title, school fund items, and road petition continuance, with court adjournment to the next term.
Scattered notices show Rev. James Tomson returning to St. Louis, J. G. Cole and family visiting F. M. Cole, and a sick child of Henry Tallent improving. Rev. A. J. Lincoln preached at Cole's Chapel while A. J. Lincoln works on a large home for Jett Limbaugh Jr. near Hurricane. Mrs. Sallie McDaniel has returned home to Bernie after visiting, with others noting carpentry in progress and local travel last week.
Southeast Missouri items report hospital expansion at Farmington with 202 tents, rail service talks in Dunklin and surrounding counties, and upcoming local option votes in Butler Mississippi and New Madrid. Robbery attempt at Flat River jewelry store. a fatal hog attack near Millerville. a pistol accident killing Raymond Green’s son in Carutherville. train time card changes and municipal repairs in Fredericktown.
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