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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1912
Page
3
A multiitem notice outlines proposed amendments to Missouri's constitution covering public education funding for ages five to twenty one, county sewer and tax bond issues, and changes to voter registration and suffrage rules. The text details sections to be added or repealed, thresholds for taxes, and election procedures to submit amendments to qualified voters.
Proposed constitutional amendment would create a state tax commission, extend tax powers to fund public services, and regulate property valuation across counties. It includes provisions on grand juries electoral integrity, police at polling places, and standards for election officers, with future legislation to implement the changes.
A proposed seventh constitutional amendment would abolish the state board of equalization and set up a state tax commission appointed by the governor with defined members, duties, and salaries. The measure, submitted by initiative petition to voters at the general election on the first Monday in November, seeks to place the changes in the Missouri Constitution.
Official notice of a proposed ninth amendment to the Missouri Constitution by initiative petition. It would levy ten cents per hundred dollars assessed value for public education funding, directing proceeds to support public elementary and high schools, a teachers institute, and the State University system. Submittal to voters at the regular November election.
An archival notice reports widespread stork killings across parts of Europe as superstition and hunting pressure reduce their numbers. It cites Prussia Alsace Palatinate Hesse and Franconia with efforts to feed and protect remaining birds while echoing public concern over sport value and traditional symbols.
A British expedition led by Bernard Meekham plans a vast deep sea dig off the Yucatan coast to locate a lost continent and recover gold silver and jewels from sunken cities. Utilizing a floating dry dock dozens of submarines and hundreds of divers the team aims to reach ancient buried ruins where Maya legends speak of sacred treasures.
A prisoner proclaims not guilty and vows to prove it while arguing his alibi. The judge interrupts as the defendant boasts of a powerful lullaby voice. Pat's counsel clarifies the claim, adding a sly comment about proving a lullaby.
London reports mint tea as the current trend among fashion houses. The piece cites Grand Duchess George of Russia praising mint tea for complexion, naming Mintlov as the introducing brand linked to Bel oravin and Maytak, via a Russian princess.
In Huntingdon a defendant known as Ronello faced murder charges and attempted self harm by swallowing tinted heads and ground glass, resisting treatment with a kerchief in his mouth. Physicians intervened, coercing vomiting with hypodermics, and he was removed from danger as a jury convicted him.
A collection of brief, humorous remarks about manners, diets, and social exchanges. The snippets mention a man’s coat and tailor, a notion about diet shaping character, joking lines about sheep and fish, and a playful inquiry into Mrs Cocke’s pickle.
A lighthearted 19 year old suitor asks which finger to wear a ring on while the devoted sweetheart teases him about never being engaged before. The exchange blends affection with humor as the moment reflects a quaint courtship ritual.
A lawyer questions a divorce claimant about neglect and cruelty. The woman tearfully cites unanswered duties and cruel conduct, including leaving a bird unfed and making hurtful remarks about a family dog Fido.
A Kansas City Star fragment depicts the Undertaker grousing at Skeedew tavern about business troubles and an ongoing row with a doctor over a judge’s life, while a tramp glides past church weather vanes and a tenant ponders moving away.
The torn OCR reads of a Presbyterian setting show a Ruth or family figure scolding profanity and dolls. A clumsy scene hints at stern discipline and a social clash within a church context.
A housewife relates how Postum replaced coffee after years of nervousness digestion and heart trouble and her husband also switched. They report improved health and increased ability to work after choosing Postum from Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan. The testimonial cites better stomach function and renewed wellbeing.
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