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Potosi Journal

Location

Potosi, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1900

Page

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Breckinridge and others seek Republican convention endorsement

Breckinridge Belgrade Township and Dougherty Richwoods Township along with Bowser Liberty Township Compton Harmony Township Patterson Breton Township La Page Johnson Township Paul Evans Hre ton Township Williams Bellevue Township and Henry Compton Beals Cole seek various county offices including Sheriff Assessor and County Judge all subject to Republican convention decisions in this district.

Geo. FE. Breckinridge Belgrade Township JE. Dougherty Richwoods Township N A. Bowser Liberty Township W B Compton Harmony Township Geo. F. Patterson Breton Township LA Page Johnson Township John L. Paul F. F. Williams Bellevue Township Owen S. Martin Henry C. Compton Concord Township F. E. Cole

Chinese Puzzle Solved Expected Soon

A Chinese puzzle is likely to be resolved within a few days, with officials and puzzle enthusiasts awaiting a final decoding or solution announcement. The development may impact related scholarly or cultural discussions and spark renewed interest in historical word games.

Democrats May Save the Country Again in 1892

Rhetorical note warns that Democratic actions to bust trusts could harm wage earners and lead to broader financial trouble, reflecting historical fears about party policy impacting industry and workers.

Free Coinage Remains Silent Political Question

Free coinage stays a leading issue as the Demo-Pops drift toward a quiet constitutional debate. The topic lingers without a clear action or party mandate, leaving supporters and opponents alike awaiting decisive leadership.

County Democrats Show Boss Rule and Machine Politics

A terse critique accuses local Democrats of entrenched boss rule and machine politics, urging readers to inspect their practices within the county. The remark emphasizes perceived corruption and influence at the local party level.

Democratic rhetoric vs Republican action distinction

A concise comparison notes that Democrats are said to emphasize statements while Republicans are described as prioritizing deeds. The line contrasts party personas without naming individuals or events, reflecting a generic political characterization.

After Election Bryan Finds Comfort in Notable Notifications

Bryan finds solace in possessing the finest collection of notifications of nom patria after a 51 event, tying comfort to his curated archive and its significance.

Erning Bryan Cn

Predictions and new bank spur Potosi optimism

The Drvanites confront their old forecasts as they renew similar claims. A new banking corporation in Potosi signals prosperity under Republican rule and leaves many citizens with more money than immediate needs. The Money Devil appears less threatening when guided by Republican policy.

Potosi Republcan

Boss seeks to lure Republican with promises on Democratic ticket

The county's Democratic boss tried to sway a leading IH party Republican by offering any desired position on the Democratic slate. The Republican refused, but the boss proposed sacrificing any Democrat to secure the party’s control if the Republican had yielded.

Why the Constitution Fails in North Carolina

A critical paraphrase condemns Democratic actions in North Carolina and other Southern states that dilute Black citizens' rights. It cites suppression of Black voters and quotes Senator Tillman boasting of ballot stuffing and violence, accusing Democrats of trampling the Constitution.

North Carolina United States South Tillman Senate

Republican Nomination Process In Washington County

The Joen a Democratic organ claims Republicans seeking local nominations are ridiculed as not on the state ticket. It states nominations in the county will not occur until September first, with voters selecting candidates through delegates. It notes there is no state ticket and that Republican candidates favor the convention method and will follow the convention’s work.

Joen! Democratic

Democratic Party Primary Dismissed as Ratification

The county's Democratic ticket is set by party bosses with primaries described as mere ratification meetings. Precinct instructions push that nominations come from the imperial headquarters, sidelining real voter choice. Some fear a brokered process and a failed central committee meeting left proxies to carry the plan.

Democratic Central Committee

Boss pushes swift primary call amid party domination

The narrator notes the boss secured a rapid primary push with little voter input. He questions the lack of consultation and suggests the party is tightly controlled, implying backlash may arise despite the scramble.

Missouri's 'same fine breed' returns to power warned

The Globe-Democrat blasts Governor Stephens and the Missouri legislature, branding them part of a corrupt Democratic line and a costly, ineffective machine. It predicts a Republican victory and criticizes graft, patronage, and failed laws, urging the state to reject the current breed for four years. It also notes a medical ad for a pile remedy at article end.

Missouri Ime Republic Giov. Stephens Executive Mansion Democratic Party St. Louis Globe-Democrat

Convention Call for Washington County GOP Delegates

The Republican voters of Washington County are called to mass meetings on August 25 1900 to elect delegates for the County Convention in Potosi on September 1 1900 to nominate the Republican County Ticket. Delegates are allocated by 25 votes or fraction over 12 for Finkelnburg Supreme Judge 1808, listing precincts and delegate counts. By order Republican Central Committee Jons J. Decive Chairman F. M. Deccrnporr Sec'y.

Washington County Potosi Finkelnburg Supreme Judge Republican Central Committee Jons J. Decive F. M. Deccrnporr Sec’y

Democratic Steal From Missouri School Funds Revealed

The Drake Constitution and later changes tied to state bonds turned the state school fund into debt. Auditors show funds like the Missouri State and Seminary School fund were diverted to pay state debt, wiping out the original investment in U.S. bonds. Democ ratic actions allegedly shifted earnings to debt service, leaving paltry sums for schools and teachers. The Steelville Mirror urges reading Siebert's 18th report for details.

Missouri U.S State and Seminary Seibert Siebert Steelville Mirror

Hessian Fly Devastates Winter Wheat Across Indiana

The winter wheat crop has suffered severely this season from the Hessian fly. It has appeared in many sections and in unusually large numbers, according to the Purdue Experiment Station report on the crop damage in Indiana.

Indiana

Wheat growers cautioned by Hessian fly threat and decoy strips

The Illinois State Board of Agriculture notes the Hessian fly as a major obstacle to wheat prospects, urges unified preventive measures, and highlights Purdue recommendations. Timely sowing, decoy strips, and thorough land preparation are advised, with dates for northern and southern counties and plowing used strips before the main crop.

Illinois State Board of Agriculture Purdue Experiment Station Indiana Uth

Foley's Kidney Cure and Other Universal Remedies

A fragment lists Foley's Kidney Cure as a curative for kidneys and bladder and promotes SHITE SCREAM VERMIFUGE for worms. It touts Missouri poultry product value and claims HERKBINE purifies blood to restore health and cheerfulness amid references to melancholia and black bile.

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