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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1901
Page
1
The board of inquiry majority condemns Admiral Schley on several counts while Admiral Dewey submits a minority report praising Schley for the Santiago victory. The text states agreement with Dewey’s stance.
The passage notes that five thousand five hundred dollars allegedly paid to Cardwell to quit must have been raised by those in charge of Democratic party confidences. It implies the party relies on secret funds for such payments. It portrays a culture of secrecy around contributions and political leverage.
The piece argues Republicans may rival Democrats in flaws but asserts there is no possibility they could be worse. It urges Missourians to give Republicans a chance to prove they can be better than the current ring controlling state affairs.
The Repubblic hints that Republicans may be responsible for bribing or pressuring corporate lobbyists to donate around $15,000 to $20,000 for the Democratic campaign fund, tying Cardwell to the influence scheme and naming Mesars, Cook and Seibert as recipients.
Attorney Priest of the St. Louis Transit Co. reportedly raised six thousand dollars among his friends for the Democratic party, a remarkable sum for political work. He did not extend the same support to Mr. Bryan during his candidacy, noted by the Republic.
In his Cardwell case deposition ex Governor Stephens says Seibert told him the boodle from St Louis brewers was placed in counties and senatorial districts where Democratic friends were in danger. He claims this statement clears them and notes conjecture about sources of Democratic funds dispensed before elections.
The text condemns Democratic obstructionists in Congress over the Philippine tariff measure, calling it another step in imperialism. It notes the expected revival of the imperialism issue amid political campaign tensions and warns of potential violence like another Czolgosz arousing from the opposition’s clamor.
The St. Louis Republic denounces Democratic overreach by lobbyists and corrupt legislators, urging a purge to 1902 and beyond. It questions the party's integrity, noting prior labeling of Bourbon Democrats and calling for a new political strain to replace the ring dynasty.
A fragment notes that credible outcomes are unlikely from the project or effort described, suggesting continued underperformance or failure to meet anticipated aims. It emphasizes skepticism about future gains and signals ongoing concerns about effectiveness.
A Democratic leaning letter from Goose Creek attacks Republican calls for silence while urging fuller illumination of alleged Democratic corruption in Missouri. It cites Cardwell, Governor Dockery, and state finances, arguing反 light exposes Bourbon ring rot and welcomes public scrutiny.
The piece discusses Democratic overstatements in 1900 platform claims about Missouri’s school fund and bond payments. It notes that Republicans questioned cash versus due bills, revealing larger uncancelled debt, and cites investigations into the State Auditor’s reports that alleged financial misstatements by the administration.
The new Hay Paunciote treaty was ratified by the Senate by almost unanimous. The adoption of this treaty settles all international construction to the buildings of the Nicaraguan canal.
The Salem Missouri Headlight compares state finances under Republican and Democratic periods and finds Democrats failed to account for 11.3 million dollars while Republicans left a net 7.97 million more in credit to the state. The report draws on auditor figures and exhibits detailing debt, interest, and fund balances.
Former Governor Stephenson criticizes the Cardwell settlement and its lasting damage to the Democratic Party. He notes mass distrust and exodus of Populists and free silver Republicans, calling it a crushing blow. The report also mentions local concerns with railroad crossings at Potosi depot, harsh winter conditions, and several local notices including deaths, illnesses, a house fire, a land deal, and a whiskey tax case in De Soto.
The letter accuses ex Representative Cardwell of settling a libel suit and ending a deposition mill tied to Missouri Democratic machine funds. It warns that secrecy blocks a flood of testimony including Excise Commissioner Seibert and Cols. Phelis and Carroll, suggesting a cover up and questions whether the party can endure public scrutiny.
Cass McNabb of Belgrade visited Saturday in the vicinity. N. W. Eye & Bro. struggle to control water in their shaft but possess mineral insight. J. P. Patterson of Stringtown was in the neighborhood last Wednesday night. School will close December 20 with Carrie Hill as teacher delivering satisfactory instruction. Mr. Geo Compton, long in California, plans to return home early next year.
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