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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
1
In ore time difficulties arise as Mr Brv Ap struggles to get the fuse started. The scene notes a repeated failure to ignite, with onlookers observing the stalled process and awaiting a remedy or restart attempt.
The text questions whether Democratic allies will fully disclose details related to the collection and use of campaign funds, suggesting lingering doubt about transparency in their fundraising.
In Hardinsville Ark two girls have been indicted for snickering in church. The case highlights tensions over sacred observance and local conduct rules.
A political note claims Democrats are softening voting rights positions to win over voters, arguing they will reverse earlier Republican criticisms to secure offices. The remark frames the shift as strategic for election gains rather than policy principle.
Col Mose Wetmore argues Bryan will win as the party can endure panic and tough times. He notes the Republican party endured the 1873 panic well, and says the 1907 panic was only a mild burst by comparison.
An article notes an economic upturn as factories restart and hire many workers. It contrasts this with Bryanites who accuse trusts of using jobs to secure Republican votes, framing the industry revival as a political weapon.
The text warns that if Bryan were elected he would be called the Peerless One only briefly, as Democratic applicants for post offices and other jobs would mock him as the worst yet. It recalls how Grover Cleveland’s early praise faded under disappointed office seekers.
The article notes Mr Norman E Mack of Buffalo becoming campaign manager for Bryan, highlighting Mack's millionaire status. It contrasts Bryan's past aides Jos K Jones of a leading cotton trust and argues Bryan courts plutocrats for support while denouncing trusts publicly.
The article argues Taft’s victory and a Republican senate would prevent policy stalemate. It claims Bryan’s election would block enactment of partisan legislation and leave the country under unsettled conditions as Democrats gain power. Keeping Taft and Republicans would sustain progress.
The Republican candidate Taft delivers a lengthy acceptance speech marked by frank tone and clear language. He covers every subject of interest in the national campaign and shows no colorless stance, challenging readers to judge his openness and resolve.
Judge Taft’s acceptance speech signals no retreat from Roosevelt’s policies. He rejects reactionary labels, embraces progressive administration aims, and shares credit for national betterment. The speech aims to unite Republicans and set a clear, frank campaign tone. St Louis Times (Ind.)
Ss W Temple of the Arlington Hotel in De Soto Missouri testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills cured months of backache related to kidney distress. He reports immediate improvement, urges others to try the remedy, and notes widespread sales through City Drug Store and Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo as U.S. agents. Remember the name Dyans.
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Executions from the Circuit Court of St. Louis bar rights to bore a portion of lands in Washington County Missouri. Describes multiple tracts including the Causey, Ross, and others totaling 713.87 acres plus several fractional parcels. Property conveyed to National Lead & Barium Company. Sheriff sale scheduled Wednesday August 25, 1908 at Potosi Court House, cash bidder to satisfy liens and costs.
A grand annual picnic and stock show event is announced with details to follow. Attendees can expect agricultural exhibits and community gathering activities at the venue. Local organizers invite participation from farmers, exhibitors, and families.
A Belgrade Missouri notice invites attendance on Saturday August 15 1908 with dinner refreshments music and speakers. Premiums are offered for best mule and horse combinations various ages and stock including steer sheep calves cows and horse teams. Mr G W Seabourne and Mr J H Hays offer special premiums for best colts from their stock and the show begins at noon with impartial judges and fair treatment.
Hearst as Independence Party chairman denounces Democratic tactics calling their leadership a Falstairs army of mercenaries and gamblers, mocking Bryan, with quotes decrying labor and trust ties. He argues the Democratic platform promises outpace actual performance and claims the party aligns with operators and anti labor regions.
The Chicago Daily Socialist critiques Mr. Gompers for assuming Democratic vows will be kept. It notes Democratic dominance in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana, South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida with governors, legislatures and courts under party control. It argues these states would supply Congress members and electoral votes for Bryan and questions Gompers about pointing to favored laws and records in these states.
Sheriff sale under a special execution issued from Washington County Missouri Circuit Court against George L Bower Louis Walker and George J Violand. Real estate described as east half of the southwest quarter and southwest quarter of section 25 township 57 range 1 west containing 120 acres in old county Missouri. Sale to be held August 25 at courthouse door Pol County Washington. Highest bidder cash to satisfy costs. Jon Wanner Sheriff Washington County Missouri.
The document announces a sheriff's sale by execution in Washita County Missouri, detailing a real estate auction of the debtor Thome Niessnutt and others, under the authority of the State of Missouri and the Revenue Office. It specifies a date in August 2008 and the sale location, with bids by a sheriff and conditions for the property transfer.
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