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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1908
Page
1
The record notes Senator Stone as undesirable and asserts resoluting will not reform him. It mentions lead priced at four cents again and contrasts with the so called Democratic panic of 1503, signaling a dated political jab.
In a familiar move, Bryan announces another presidential bid while facing a looming November snowstorm. Political timing pits the candidate against winter weather, testing campaign logistics and voter turnout plans across key states.
Yon Yousen hints at 1912 sails while Bryan pockets the 1908 Democratic nomination and plans to deliver it to himself in Denver amid applause.
Persistent criticism suggests Missouri party managers should engage more with state politics and federal patronage. The piece argues lack of effort weakens Republicans proposed for state offices and risks undermining their race strategy.
If a man is known by the company he keeps, Mr. Bryan is accused of lowering his citizen image by allying with Roger P. Sullivan, the Democratic boss in Illinois. A few years ago Bryan would not mention Sullivan's name in decent political company.
A nearby place in Iron county is said to be named Cloride due to a lime deposit. The Arcadia Valley Enterprise accuses the Democratic ring of political rot, suggesting a disinfectant of that kind would be welcome in the neighboring county.
Reno Dearing critiques a Missouri initiative tied to a brewery driven campaign. He argues the literary bureau behind it aims to educate the public against prohibition while advancing beer manufacturers’ interests in the same locality.
The Missouri legislature race centers on whether the state liquor prohibition question will be submitted to voters. Liquor interests vow to back candidates favoring rejection, while prohibition supporters in both major parties must mobilize to influence the primary.
A lettered attack defends the Post-Dispatch stance against Senator Stone. It argues Stone lobbied for the Baking Powder Trust to keep its paved law, alleging bribery of legislators and a public scandal in Missouri. It accuses Stone of using influence to shape policy, aiming to retire him to private life.
The article attacks Senator Stone detailing motives and actions against the Missouri reform movement. It argues the Democratic party erred elevating Stone and urges voters to back a Republican legislature to settle the Stone Folk fight. It questions party integrity and contrasts with Hadley and McKinley.
Madison RK Smith delivers a Congressions Record speech dated March 25 praising equal rights to limit special privileges, opposing tariff burdens on farmers, and urging better agricultural education. The piece notes critiques on lead zinc plate glass and other district industries. De Soto Republican.
In a reflective fragment from Huw Persers Razer, quotes from diverse figures describe a personal heaven shaped by relief from pain, fear for loved ones on trains, relief from coughing, and a sense of belonging. They argue happiness rests on a clean conscience, meaningful work, and love.
Mr Walter Farley and Irvin Eaton visited the mining district this week. Aunt Martha Tedder’s funeral was at Ramsey Grove church preached by Rev Cole with many in attendance. Cora Eaton was guest of Stella Horton. Tom Tedder returned from three weeks in the mining district. Curtis Dickey from Sunlight was in the area last Saturday night hunting for Council Bluff church. Mary Vieyard and Pearl Myres visited Misses Foy and Goldie Gunter. Prayer meeting at Thomas Chapel each Tuesday. A good rain and storm Friday night.
Scott F. Rhodes ships wagon material from his farm to Irondale. Miss Bessie Bucher trips to De Soto. A dance at Mr. Thorntons fails due to rain. Arthur Walls from De Soto arrives to supervise a large tie contract. A Young buys C W Dickey property of 25 acres and plans improvements. J M Smith moves saw mill to A Purcell near Suibbeleth with 500000 feet of lumber to cut. Smith camps with a horse and cow for cream. spring has been rainy and backward.
The community reports frequent rain delaying farm work while families travel to see relatives. Andrew Deelue with his wife visit Wes Jarvis's family. Sherill Collins and others fished on Ladian Creek. Turnbull moves to a new farm from Greenlee. Uncle Tom hosts a social hop. Peaches and apples expected to be abundant if warm weather returns. Miss Stella Turnbull stays with Summers on Tirazil Creek. Geo Roderique and Geo Reynolds visit St Louis. Best healer quoted as Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised by Rev F Starbird and local insurer agents.
The Globe-Democrat proposes mail subscriptions with annual rates for daily and Sunday editions, including a Sunday magazine issue. Rates shown include 6.00 per year with Sunday, 3.00 for six months, and 4.00 for annual daily without Sunday, plus 2.00 for Sunday edition for a year. Special two-year package advertised. sample copies available.
Andrew J Johnson of Adam Mo filed peace of intention to make final five year proof in support of his Homestead entry No 1403 for the W2 SEY of section 4 township 25 N range W. Proof to be made before Judge of Probate Court at Potosi Mo on Tuesday May 18. Witnesses: Jacob Yount Williams Blair John Blair and Norman F Robinson all of Adam or Potosi Mo.
Henry Dawkins of Potosi Missouri testifies his wife suffered a severe back ache and irregular kidney secretions. After trying doctors and medicines she used two boxes of Deans Kidney Pills from City Drug Store and was fully cured. He praises the remedy as best kidney option he has tried. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Doaster-Milburn Co Ruthalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Deans and take no other.
We are authorized to announce Co. W Yount Harmony township as sheriff candidate subject to Republican primary voters decision. J T Maxwell Belgrade as assessor candidate subject to Republican primary voters decision. Henry L Smith Liberty township as assessor candidate subject to Republican primary voters decision. Chas G Smith Belgrade as county judge candidate subject to Republican primary voters decision. S Payne seeks County Court second district judge seat subject to Republican primary voters decision. Thomas Day Mineral Point seeks County Court first district judge seat subject to Republican primary voters decision.
Probate Court of Washington County lists final and annual settlements due from guardians administrators executors and executrices for the May term starting May 11 1908 with cases across May 11 12 and 13 including Charles Barron guardian Geo Loomis admin W A Duckworth executor and Cynthia Hardie executrix among others. judge James A Henson attests copy and seal. The Journal notes subscription price.
In a curious notice a San Pranchen firm discusses a disputed property move involving a Detiert Diabding district sale. The report mentions electrical fitters, tonic medicine, and concerns about health impacts. Details are unclear, but the piece anchors on a civil matter spanning professional circles.
Mineral Township Mineral County Missouri terms of sale cash in hand on day of sale order by Adwir for Sarah A Lake deceased. The Luck Quartar offers Dr Wines New Lee for constipation and malaria relief with refund promise.
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