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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1907
Page
1
Tariff reform claim used as political issue
The fragment suggests a political dispute where Republicans would be accused by Democrats of stealing a Democratic issue by committing to tariff reform. The wording implies strategic labeling and party critique rather than a reported event. The text reflects partisan rhetoric rather than verifiable action or outcome.
Stenderd Oil Stock Faces Sharp Fall in Market
Stenderd Oil shares reportedly declined after recent losses and legal pressures. Commodities markets show the stock at a reduced valuation as traders weigh potential fines and the impact of ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
Old Guard member bets Missouri lands Bry an large win
Sam Cook of Old Guard believes Bryan can carry Missouri by a 40000 vote majority. He notes it has been three years since Sam thought Bryan would deliver that result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Cook
Sntecedents
Delala
Bryan
Missouri
Sam
Journal Reaches Thirteenth Consecutive Volume Milestone
The Journal closes its thirteenth consecutive volume without missing an issue. The publisher expresses confidence for the year, noting steady progress and smooth operations through the period.
Democrats Fear Surplus May Grow Under Republicans
The piece notes Democrats worry about a growing surplus in the national treasury under a Republican administration. It argues Democrats, when in power, prefer surpluses to deficits and would not fret a surplus, while deficits worry them when they are opposing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Treasury
President's Mississippi trip sparks river craft buildup
Thees deepwater echomers plan to assemble craft from six rivers feeding the Mississippi as the President travels the stream in fall. Stea bloffat tries to fool the President into thinking there is actual traffic on the Mississippi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thees
Mississippi
Stea Bloffat
Dual State Highways Proposed From St Louis To Kansas City
Citizens at a meeting argued for two state highways between St Louis and Kansas City. One route should run east and west and the other north and south to avoid parallel alignment and kick off a revised state road system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Kansas City
Law and money clash over Sunday closing in St Louis County
Governor Folk fights the lid law amid public opinion and enforcement doubts. Officials say sentiment hinders enforcement, but it appears opposition stems from those who profit from noncompliance. The core issue is whether saloonkeepers or the law will prevail in St Louis County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Folk
St. Louis County
Department of Justice voices on monopolies and individuals
The Department of Justice in Washington says it is hard to pin law violations on individuals when dealing with monopolistic corporations. The statement unsettles ordinary readers who see long technical defenses and question whether a guiding mind directs trust operations or if intervention is needed to curb them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Justice
Washington
Bankers and officials face law for trust crimes
The author argues trusts and corporations are visible, accountable bodies yet officers and directors evade direct accountability when laws are broken. They compare bank theft by officers to arresting officials, alleging the Justice Department fails to pursue law-breaking trust leaders with seriousness and consistency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tention
Department of Justice
Roose velt Democrat and the New Democratic Factions
The Saturday Evening Post analyzes a new political term Roose velt Democrat and sketches fissures within the Democratic camps. Belmont leads a New York Traction Trust faction, Sullivan guides the Gas Trust wing in Illinois, and Taggart commands Indiana support. Bryan’s speaking democracy contrasts with these active factions as Rooseveltian ideas may create confusion ahead of the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt Democrat
New York
August Belmont
Traction Trust
Illinois
Roger Sullivan
Gas Trust
Indiana
Thomas Taggart
Hearst
Belmont
Sullivan
Bryan
Republicana
Saturday Evening Post
Not Cruel or Unusual in Oil Case Appeal
In Judge Landis’s court the Standard Oil Company faces a large fine and cannot claim the punishment is cruel or unusual. The Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment does not apply to incorporeal bodies like corporations, and the protection extends only to individual officers and stockholders, not the corporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
Rebates and fines show Standard Oil wealth and risk
The argument centers on the Elkins law penalties for rebated shipments by Standard Oil. It notes a $98 million capitalization and about $40 million annual dividends, totaling $160 million since the law, with potential fines nearing $118 million across suits. Even after fines, vast profits remain, suggesting the fines are not excessive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil
Stanford Oil
Landis
Republic
Much Sickness in Old Pike in Clarksville
In Clarksville the sole saloon closed after a proprietor killed a patron around July. Since then medicines were available only at drug stores. Missouri law requires druggists to file monthly whiskey prescription totals with the County Clerk. Dr. E N Moody reported 296 pints 37 gallons sold in duty month. the report was 56 inches long, illustrating widespread illness treated with whiskey per prescription.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksville
Missouri
E. N. Moody
Louisiana Times
Pointed Paragraphs of Wit and Wisdom
A Chicago News collection of quirky maxims on honesty deception luck and prudence. It lampoons boasters bunko artists and the race track as paths to money while urging prudent judgment and self restraint through humorous lines.
Dogs on German meat diet in 1906 shocking figures
The report notes North American Indians eat dogs for affection and convenience while Germans faced meat shortages. In 1906 Saxony slaughtered 12,922 horses and 8,736 dogs, up from 1905. Germany totals include 182,000 horses, with increases across the prior years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper’s Weekly
Germany
Kingdom of
Saxony
German Empire
Chemnitz
Hardened copper edge produced by potassium ferrocyanide addition
Copper is claimed to harden enough to take a cutting edge when added to molten copper with about two per cent of potassium ferrocyanide. The color remains unchanged. The exact mechanism is unclear, but a change is thought to arise from iron introduction and possibly carbon.
Farmer In Iowa Buys Harness With Trade Offer
An Iowa farmer visited a harness dealer and chose a $45 harness after noting a similar $35 purchase years earlier paid with corn. The dealer refunds by swapping even more gear if the farmer brings 300 bushels of corn, including a double harness, a single driving harness, plush robes, saddle, whip, bridle, halters, brush, curry comb, and a rawhide buggy whip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Cash Appeal From Caboot Times Editor
The Caboot Times editor pleads for cash from subscribers as three issues are due for at least 500 readers. He jokes about needing funds, compares it to a divine grant, and asks supporters to drop coins over the transom or use a cellar credit department to relieve the financial strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caboot Times
The
Times
Post Office fines rise over ignored inside-message rule
Post Office inspectors collected $59,000 in ten dollar fines last year from people who wrote messages inside packages with postage paid at one cent an ounce. Most violations were technical and due to ignorance, as many do not know it is illegal to enclose written messages in merchandise or newspapers. The Postmaster General has issued an official directive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunko
Wise
Chicago News
Post Office
Take Your Choice in Selz Royal Blue Shoes
A simple rule helps buyers pick good shoes by looking for the Selz name on the sale. The ad promises comfort and style with Selz Royal Blue shoes priced at $3.50 and $4, offered by Russell Carr and Richeson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selz
Order Directing Public Notice In Post Offices
A directive requiring proper notice to be posted warning the public against a specific practice. The notice is to be displayed in every Post Office nationwide to ensure broad awareness and compliance.
Wireless signals for railroads tested by German authorities
Prussian and Bavarian officials test a wireless telegraph system for railroads. An aerial transmitter on telegraph poles and a loop antenna atop a train car convey stop, go, and go slow signals to moving trains up to seven and a half miles.
Pity the Poor Millionaire Hat Fund Tale
A Judge cartoon sends a millionaire in tears as he confesses feeling poor to refuse a donation while his wife buys hats. A spokesman quips the couple already gave to charity, but the punchline reveals the true burden is fashion purchases.
Germany's Rulers Share Dignities and Capitals
Germany is ruled by one emperor, four kings, six grand dukes, seven princes and one count. Each sovereign holds varying power and status, yet all enjoy royal dignities and state duties. Every ruler maintains a capital and a court, some capitals modest in size but all proud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Memorial Day Purifier Ad for New Life Pill
A Memorial Day public notice promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as painless purifiers for the health of the body and profit to the earth. The ad claims the pills ease headaches and regulate the bowels and lists S. F. Thue man's Drug Store as the seller at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
S. F. Thueman
A Man's Notions on Beauty in Business Exchange
A brief excerpt notes that in today’s crowd the attractive prevail, while the hideously ugly are plainly repulsive. It observes that among women who pursue business, those who enter to be beautiful achieve the most success, reflecting sharp social commentary in exchange.
Russian Port Improvements Aim to Boost Major Harbors
The government plans a series of works to improve conditions and facilities at leading ports and then select between Libau and Windau for future development, signaling a strategic expansion in Baltic port capacity and efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libau
Windau
Sheriff Sale in Partition In Potosa Missouri 1907
The sheriff and special commissioner announce a partition sale under a May 27 1907 decree. The auction on August 27 1907 runs 9am to 5pm at the courthouse front door Potosi Missouri to sell a land parcel described as the ne quarter of section 9 10 township 1 west. Terms: cash or deeded note due in twelve months with 6 percent interest.
Macmillan's Magazine fragment on crocodile prop and car
A fragment from Macmillan's Magazine notes a motor car waiting at the door and a bag of tricks replacing the stuffed crocodile, hinting at a stage or literary prop setup. The line suggests a playful or ironic twist in a narrative or illustration within the magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macmillan's Magazine
A Happy Man Finds Relief From Leg Sores
Amos F. King of Port Byron New York, aged 85, affected by a lifelong leg sore finally healed by Buckles’s Arnica Salve. The ad guarantees the salve through the local druggist 8 Thormo, Drug st.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos F. King
Port Byron
N. Y
Buckles
Arvica
Thormao
Travel Magazine Note on Civilians and Provocation
A terse excerpt warns against provoking armed groups who may not feel compelled to respond to pedestrians or women, advising restraint and calm in potential confrontations. The line emphasizes prudence and detachment in dealing with dangerous crowds.
Sheriff's Sale In Washington County Missouri
The sheriff announces a sale by capial execution from the Circuit Court of Washington County Missouri in favor of the State of Missouri against John Brazil Seized property is the north half of the south west quarter of section 30 township 1 range 1 containing eighty acres located in Missouri On August day of the term at the court house door in Potosi Missouri the sale will occur between fixed hours by order of the court
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Washington County
Missouri
State of
John Brazil
Johen Brazil
Exid
Petoet
Coane
Washington
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