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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1909
Page
3
A halted confession ends with Mr Hardup asking Miss Aughtumn for a loan of five dollars. The exchange reveals his hesitation and comic awkwardness as he finally reaches the point.
A Newark woman describes severe widespread eczema with bleeding sores and hair loss. After trying Cuticura Ointment Soap and Resolvent, she reports cooling relief, healing progress, and complete recovery, urging others to use Cuticura. Certificate dated Sept 28 1908 from Mrs. Wm. Hunt.
The Atchison Globe reports a family quarrel ending in a swoon as Chauncey disputes his mother's scornful remarks about their kin. Four doctors tended to her at three this afternoon while a sobbing boy described the family tensions and Cayse Mayme's alleged fixation on their status.
A man claims women will have more calls to donate once they can vote. The woman concedes she will give to good causes but questions pulling out money from her pocket. The exchange reflects debates on women's political role and philanthropy.
An orator tells young men that he became self-made by winning favor with influential men to rise to a lofty position. A youth asks about marriage prospects. the exchange reveals the sister’s warning that she will make things unpleasant if his visits continue.
A testimonial letter details long coffee use followed by sleepless nights and distressing dreams. After switching to Postum, the writer reports peaceful sleep, steadier nerves, and improved health. A young friend also improves after quitting coffee. The piece promotes Postum as a healthier alternative and invites readers to try it.
Prof. F. B. Mumford was unanimously elected dean of the Missouri College of Agriculture and director of the experiment station at a July 29 Missouri University board meeting in Kansas City. Born 1848 in Moscow Michigan, he has led animal husbandry work, headed Missouri’s agriculture department since 1904, and conducted vast cattle feeding studies. He previously served as acting dean and director, expanding enrollments and inaugurating Missouri’s soil survey.
Dr. Juan Guiteras, head of the sanitary department in Cuba, reported to have resigned, has decided to retain his position.
Reports from Acapulco indicate another strong earthquake tremor near the capital. Citizens were greatly frightened but there was no loss of life or major property damage.
Orville and Katherine Wright left Dayton for New York in secrecy. Few people were at the station as they departed, and they will sail for Europe in a few days.
In Springfield North Carolina the 2000 mine workers at Springhill coal mines voted to strike today. All are United Mine Workers of America members and the union had ordered a strike on 10 Carpe Breton.
Frank Doubleday, president of the Doubleday Page Publishing Co, ordered a $1.01 trophy for the Tiffany Co to present to the Aero Club of America for fights.
The last general assembly enacted a law licensing all employment agencies under the state labor commissioner with strict inspection. It imposes bonds of 500 dollars, annual license fees of 50 dollars in large cities and 25 dollars in smaller areas, and requires meticulous records and refunds if no employment is obtained. Exemptions apply to agencies run by labor groups or charities.
Farmers Educational and Cooperative association held its third Missouri annual meeting with delegates and state officers. Charles A. Barrett of Union City Ga president of the national body spoke on nationwide progress. Officials report 10 000 members in Missouri and sessions remain largely executive.
The National Association of Bill Posters pledged 1.2 million dollars in United States and Canada billboard publicity to combat tuberculosis. Posters across 3,500 boards will depict prevention and cure messages. The Poster Printers' Association added 200,000 dollars in printing and paper to support the effort led by the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis in partnership with the National Bill Posters' Association.
The speaker declares a belief in realism and jokes about writing a sonnet to the gas company with a defective meter. The dialogue shifts to a punchline, followed by a brief aside praising Defiance Starch for laundry use and fabric stiffness. The passage juxtaposes humor with a product pitch.
The piece presents a quotation about universal reciprocity from N. W Zimmerman, then extols sheer white goods and fine wash fabrics. It advises home laundering with proper starching and promotes Defiance Starch as the key to improved fabric appearance and stiffness without thickening.
A New York broker quotes HH Rogers urging youths to secure capital noting that without capital a man cannot achieve anything. He famously said fortune cannot knock at the door of one who has no house. A farmer cites his son Josh’s hazing and football fame as proof his college colors would be black and blue.
In a dialogue between a mother and father a concern about training a son as a doctor is raised. The parents weigh the abundance of new doctors against the growing list of ailments and the need for medical care. The exchange reflects anxiety over medical careers and societal health demands.
An advertisement urges readers to ask their druggist for Allen's Foot-Ease. Mrs W J Walker of Camden New Jersey reports relief from burning itching and painful feet after using Allen's Foot-Ease and says she would not be without it. Sold by all druggists for 2 cents.
A fragment recalls Argive cowherd Argus boasting of his 100 eyes and a jest about wearing 50 pairs of goggles to go motor. The text imitates mythic boasting with playful anachronism.
A Cleveland Leader exchange jokes about cyclometers accurate readings versus dubious devices. Miss de Byke dismisses persistent questions as Johnny teases with a playful exchange about a cousin german to a Dutch uncle. A quote from Jeremy Tarlor on internal evils and self-improvement is included.
Ad claims Chamberlain's 10 cent pure extracts and MaMa Pure Phosphate Baking Powder are pure and government endorsed. St. Louis makers Atall Grocers and F B Chamberlain Co are listed.
A Life (Life magazine) line quips that news of Howard’s hunting trip belongs in the obituaries rather than the sporting column, reflecting a dry, ironic tone. The brief jab contrasts expected ledgering of hobbies with a death notice style.
A fragmentary exchange highlights resilience in language as speakers note being down on their tuck while others claim being up against ies, suggesting playful or puzzling word forms in conversation.
A Baltimore Sun piece notes how a one-eyed man becomes a celebrity in blind man's land. It comments on shifting habits as old smokers switch to Lewis Single Binder cigars. The editorial warns against overreaching, likening it to building a skyscraper on a one-story foundation.
A humorous exchange from the Cleveland Leader features a playful back crawling remark with a witty retort about letting it be, reflecting light domestic humor within the paper.
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