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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1920
Page
4
Advertising rates listed include ten word minimal blocks and per column measurements. Notices and executor adverts priced per word with 7 percent commission applied to each insertion. Card ads at thirteen dollars per year with variations in 100 word blocks and adjusted pricing reflecting circulation.
The U S department of agriculture and United States grain corporation present Explosive Dusta a one reel motion picture showing why dust is dangerous. The film follows a two reel prior title Grain Dust Explosions in Mills and Elevators used to educate workers during the war. The new one reel aims at high schools and similar audiences while retaining the older film for bureau of chemistry use.
The department of agriculture announces arrangements allowing outside persons and institutions to buy prints of the film at cost of manufacture. Requests for loan of the film should be made through field workers or sent directly to the department.
Federal Forest Service warns on camp fire safety in woods prepared by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Guidance covers proper match extinguishing, disposing of cigarette stubs, building camp fires away from trees, clearing surrounding debris, never leaving fires unattended, avoiding windy conditions, sizing fires to needed amount, and reporting uncontrolled flames to forest rangers or state foresters.
The circuit court convenes next week. Local residents and visitors are noted including Miss Susan Casey from St Louis and Miss Engledow Boas from St Louis visiting here. Tomato prices remain high at ten cents a pound while preparations and road projects are mentioned.
A rural Missouri town report notes James F. Richeson of Flat River seeking sheriff support in the Republican primary while brother J Richeson appears as a nominee for sheriff. Capt W J Milledge takes a 90 day option on the Dann farm near Farmington. The Pulosi Chautauqua closes with strong attendance and Mars Hindes remarks on world turmoil. Richard Sparkes’ grocery store near the depot faces sheriff’s sale over two to three thousand dollars in liabilities. The article also mentions a fatal crash near town and local mining nearby.
Charles Harris Marine was brought for a preliminary hearing after being charged as one of two men in the Waledonian bank robbery. Lacy Coghill, the cashier, and other witnesses testified to his identity and involvement. Harris was held on bond for trial in circuit court next Monday, with the other suspect still at large. Harris’s family and past incidents are noted in connection with the case.
A Black man attempted to abduct Chas Wilson’s 14 year old daughter near Vineland last Wednesday. Clyde Nicholson of Rich Woods captured the suspect a mile from the scene after an all day search across three counties. The fugitive fired on Nicholson, who survived with a reloaded revolver. The chase ended when the capture trio halted a possible lynching. The captor was taken to Hillsboro jail amid local tensions and a sheriff shot at by Las Mines police. the fugitive sustained two gunshot wounds and remained in custody.
A local column notes that B. Price, known as The Produce Man, plans to buy roots and rubber copper items from residents. The brief item highlights his readiness to appraise unusual produce and metal pieces for practical everyday use.
Dr. Lemuel T. Hall, long time Potosi physician and prominent citizen, died at his home Friday evening August 11 after a year of declining health. He served in the Confederate army, practiced in Potosi for decades, led state hospital roles, and was a lay preacher and Methodist pillar. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Methodist church, with eulogies by Dr. W. R. Goodykoonts and a large attendance. He is survived by children Rev. Lemuel C. Lian of Chicago and Dr. Fred B. Hall of Fort Louis, along with several grandchildren and relatives.
A notice from Potosi Missouri dated August 6 1060 states Dorling appoints George Cary as an authorized agent to receive and disburse money and conduct all business in Dorling's name for the absence from Potosi.
Mr A H Cary and children visit relatives at Jackson Mo Miss Jessie Dumphy of De Soto stays in Potosi Mr Arthur Rich thanks for guest peaches in a long time Congressman M E Rhodes L W Casey Lovel Bryan H C Bell and H Richeson attend a Bremmarck political meeting Rev Chas W Anderson to preach at Presbyterian church Sunday morning and evening topics The Spiritual Ploughmen and And It Was Night to be heard at evening service Come to both services
The Censor Bureau releases figures showing Potosi gains 212 in population and Washington County 425. Rev. Judy to preach in Potosi next Sunday morning and Mineral Point in the afternoon at 2 80, with a revival meeting at Hischwell in the evening assisted by Mr. Bam of Leadwood.
A brief postal card from James P. Ward thanking friends and neighbors for loyal support in the late primary election. He states his opponent was the party’s preferred candidate and signs wishing success. Dated August 15, 120, Irondale, Missouri.
Local ad announces salt available at T. F. Blount's store with the offer of 82.95 barrels long as stock endures.
Notice to all retell dealers from T. F. Blount requesting immediate attention to his special July and August prices on Hyde Park near beer. Photograph included.
Mills offer lumber at 14.00 per 1000 feet for a 16 mile haul Yellow wine listed as the route. Apply at mill or to T. F. Blount in Potosi Mo A separate want ad seeks a man with team or auto to sell 187 Watkins home and farm products Describes a vast opportunity with 1.00 to 5000 yearly income Territory open in the county Write today to J R Watkiee Co Dept 116 Winons Mibo
In Irondale peaches are plentiful and Mise Lee Long resides with her TL Goa parents. Mr and Mrs John Lents head to Illinois Sunday to join Mrs Lents's son Emil. Boy scouts at Camp Roosevelt enjoyed a chicken dinner last Sunday. Aged man found sick and penniless near Irondale Mill, cared for by Hob Wortham until county transport. Mrs Gehlert and children Kalpe and Helen from Elden Mo guests of Mr L S Shuler. Reversee four people attended the Chautauqua at Motos and reported good programs. Mr J M Jamison injured while driving a cable. foot wedged and bones broken, recovery progressing. Mrs Altheuser and Nelle Bogue from Caledonia visited Mrs T B Post. Geo Englehart of Luteaville Mo former high school principal re-engaged for next year, spent weekend in Irondale. Methodist girls hosted a social Friday night, about 20 attendees. Miss Bardyn and Mary Shaner of St Louis visiting relatives there. Mr and Mrs Walter Mallow visited former in Hopewell Sunday. Mr and Mrs Owene of St Louis guests of Mr and Mrs George Woollord the past days.
A birthday party was held Tuesday August 10 at Mrs W A Meracal's home in honor of her daughter's birthday Meien. Sixteen guests attended and gifts were exchanged. Refreshments were served at 8 o'clock and all enjoyed a splendid time.
Wanted for school in Furnace Creek District No 00. Apply to J. B. Lawson, Clerk, Potoel, Me., for particulars.
Mrs H Hawkins died at Townsend's hospital in Potosi last Wednesday morning August 1. Funeral was held at Boas cemetery in Mineral Foiston on Wednesday. She was 42 years old and survived by Judge Hawkins whose sorrow is noted. The church journal lists 61,100 years as a misprint.
Fragmentary OCR reads names and places with scattered punctuation. Notable tokens include Henry Brinley Bliss Elisabeth Dizon Fletcher Feorge Roussin Elie Yarbrough Petosi James J Juliet Mildred F Boyer Old Mines Clifford Coffman Shirley Norman Davin Louis Car Belgrade Sella Horton.
A garbled passage describes a political scheme with cryptic phrases and evasive promises. It suggests manipulation around an election and refers to opponents as mere counters in a game. The text implies a critique of deceit and limited, strictly controlled pledges.
An old advertisement promises a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable catarrh case and touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a reliable remedy. It claims systemic action through the blood and urges immediate use, with testimonials and distribution by J Chenet & Co. and pharmacies nationwide.
By virtue of a special execution from the Circuit Court of Washington County Missouri George Carr Collector of Revenue through A G Poppin A P Hell trustees J W Murphy grantee shall sell at public sale on the Yd day of Angest 172 between 1 and 5 pm at the court house door in Potosi the real estate of A G Poppinhouse A P Hell trustees and J W Murphy to satisfy the execution costs and fees L W CASEY heir to Washington County Missouri
Mary E. DeForest is named administrator of Byron DeForest deceased in Washington County Missouri. Claimants must present their claims within six months from the letters grant date July 12. If not exhibited within one year, claims are barred. probate court seal dated July 234 1900.
New York. Dr Drew Bach, surgeon, opened the stomach of a patient suffering from shell shock and found a cache of foreign objects. Authorities recovered sixty nine pieces including thirty rolls of tin, four wooden tongue depressors, nails, buttons, buckles, needles and sticks. The patient will recover.
A distorted account claims Colonel Harvey discussed Herding al Chieng’s nomination amid a crowd, noting popular support and gatekeeping by delegates seeking to return home. The piece presents unclear quotes and alleges a covert process without clear evidence.
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