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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
1
Argue tus Busch, a wealthy brewer, argues against adopting prohibition by states. He states his view plainly, not joking, challenging the movement's push and warning of unintended consequences.
The national committee accepts Denver’s offer of 100000 dollars for the Democratic national convention, signaling continued interest by Democratic politicians in financing the event and potential taint concerns.
The speaker decries vast public subsidies to railroads and water transport while farmers lack adequate road access. He questions when farmers will claim their rights to reliable rural transportation and infrastructure.
Augustus Busch rejects a plan to close saloons on Sunday in Belleville Ill saying he cannot purify the world in four days and that the world seems more rotten daily, a view he jokes about from the bottom of a beer glass.
The piece notes minor figures like ex-Governor Bleck of New York briefly draw attention by attacking President Roosevelt. It suggests such acts are publicity stunts tied to distrust of trusts, with the President enduring unbothered while Democratic papers amplify the feuders before they fade back into obscurity.
An opinion asserts many Black voters helped elect Oklahoma’s Democratic government and claims the new legislature prioritized a Jim Crow law. The writer contends Republicans in other states have no similar laws, framing the outcome as political payback for Black votes.
In Milwaukee, with a large German population, anti liquor sentiment grows beyond a temporary temperance wave. Investors hesitate to buy brewery or distillery stock as the city appears to defy national expectations of a late temperance trend.
Friends of State Insurance Commissioner W. S. Vandiver met in St. Louis and expect him to announce a gubernatorial bid. Vandiver, an original Folk supporter near the Governor, may be the preferred successor. Anticipation grows over how Senator Stone and the Old Guard will respond to Vandiver's boom.
A Kentucky court case features Youtsey as chief state witness in the Goebel murder inquiry, while Idaho’s Steunenberg prosecution relies on Harry Orchard as a leading witness. Both figures are described as highly unreliable by Democratic press commentary nationwide.
The text asserts some papers condemn the latter while praising Youtsey, accusing others of duplicity in a political game. It accuses outlets of opposing yet not questioning veracity, labeling coverage as two faced in a struggle to curry labor support and influence public opinion.
The piece notes Roosevelt will not seek a third term leaving a free field for Republican aspirants. It doubts Taft can secure the nomination while praising Fairbanks and Cortelyou as suitable but not preferred. It suggests Governor Hughes of New York and Speaker Cannon of Illinois could form a ticket that could defeat Bryan or any Democrat.
A Globe Democrat critique argues that past protections for the public were lax while today courts provide bishops aid to trusts. It contends judges grant appeals demurrers and injunctions to shield alleged malefactors delaying justice. The piece predicts a future demand for uniform law enforcement and possible judicial system overhaul.
The piece argues critics, many Democrats or Bryan supporters, fault Roosevelt for financial ills while also citing Democratic policies from 1904. It contends attacking the President overlooks Bryan's stance and warns that if Bryan's policies were fully adopted, the nation would face a cataclysm.
By a 31 to 14 vote the Democratic National Committee rejected using only part of the $100,000 offered by Denver citizens to cover the convention’s actual expenses. Backers Taggart Indiana Stone Missouri and Mayor Johnson Cleveland urged keeping the funds intact for the gathering.
The piece notes Democrats defend pouring money into the national convention fund despite opposition from Williams Smith and Clayton, with Taggart and Bryan supporting robust fundraising. It mentions Denver as a peculiar convention site and Southern distrust of campaign finance, plus a broader critique of crime as a societal issue. It also advertises Hicks weather almanacs and Word and Works, with rates and agent inquiries.
The Missouri Agricultural College will start a eight week school for young farmers on January 2 1908. Dean H J Waters and Secretary Geo B Extras invite interested young farmers to attend to gain practical farm instruction and statewide agricultural insights from the college faculty and Experiment Station.
Sears Roebuck & Co of Chicago is indicted on three counts for using the mails to defraud. The federal grand jury in Des Moines Iowa charges misrepresentation of catalog items including paint claimed to contain white lead and jewelry alleged to be sapphires and pearls. Investigation followed a Des Moines Retail Grocer's Association request.
W T Hunter of the German American Insurance Co New York promotes fire insurance services. Contact the agent for policies and risk protection.
A call for every farmer to set up a 1 to 2 acre experimental plot at home to test crops and seed quality. Such mini trials save money by identifying suitable varieties and methods, letting farmers learn on a small scale before expanding. The National Farmer and Stock Grower endorses this approach for young farmers to gain practical knowledge.
A terse exchange hints at village socializing with mentions of Lem Boggs Zeb Higgs and a judge. The tone implies continued efforts and a nod to luck in a community setting without clear event details. The dialogue preserves local color and names amid an informal Sunday gathering.
Practical Christmas guidance warns against letting cost, show, or debt drive gifts. It urges giving from love, choosing appropriate items, avoiding bulky or unsuitable things, and not buying at last minute or from bargain temptations. Keep thoughtfulness over price and avoid wasteful or inappropriate gifts.
A nature warning about kidney trouble promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy. Henry Mawkins of Potosi, Missouri, testifies his wife recovered after two boxes, relieving backache and irregular kidney function. Cites Foster Milburn Co. as US agents. urges readers to remember the name.
In Washington County Probate Court on November 12 1907 administrator W T Hunter petitioned to sell Lot 4 Block 15 in Mineral Point to satisfy unpaid debts. The court ordered notice to interested parties and publication in the Potosi Journal four weeks before the February 1908 term unless rebutted. The judge certified the proceedings and sealed record on November 12 1907.
A speaker urges cheaper school books and supports manufac ture in penitentiaries. The plan covers primary reading writing spelling and arithmetic books to reduce costs for students.
A reader recalls support for free school books in Missouri, noting a plan to issue district books through teachers and replace destroyed volumes by parents. The writer recalls Smith Jackson campaigning for the amendment and laments Democratic voters who opposed it, ending with a partisan reflection from Hilisey.
Gloomy snowy weather described as prevalent. Social notes include visits by Joe Silvey to D. C. Miller and Esther Smith's weekend with Eura Miller. A Sunday basketball game is reported. Wagon train traffic noted with W. B. Woods and son Guy en route to Potosi. Bohanon from Leadwood moving to Luke's Stave Million area. Funeral attendance at Fourche a Renault for Mrs. Robert Mobbs.
Influence of Sweet Thoughts by Gertrude Plass extols uplifting thoughts as treasures that brighten the thinker and radiate to others. It likens thoughts to sunshine guiding those near and far from gloom toward a guiding, hopeful light in a forest cabin.
Fragmentary text describes a Waltery School and mentions London Trath. It refers to a foreigner who is a waiter, with a note about remaining in service while entering hotel work. Mentions Lausanne and two unnamed subjects related to wait staff.
David Parker of Fayette NY lost a foot at Gettysburg and credits Electric Bitters with major health gains after years of ineffective medicines. He praises the tonic as invaluable and mentions its relief for female weaknesses and weak backs. Sold by F. Thurman, druggist, at 50 cents.
Guardian and curator notice announces guardianship granted to Ronsext Portili for Narcia lortell insane in Washington County Missouri on November 15 1907. Heir claims must be presented and proven to the Probate Court for allowance within the permitted time or be barred. Publication dated November 20 1907.
A reader letter from J. G. Jenkins of Chapel Hill endorses Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for quick relief of a felon wound and general sores burns and wounds. The ad notes the product is sold at 25 cents at Thurman’s Drug Store.
Farm Progress offers a free six by six inch fruit picture titled Natural Fruits with every three year subscription. The 22528 size image serves as a dining room ornament. Send 30 cents for a three year plan or three one year subscriptions to Farm Progress in St. Louis Missouri.
Apocalyptic tone mocks drastic purgatives and promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as the safe remedy for digestive ailments and appendicitis risk. Advert reads from Thurman’s drug store with streetlike pricing and uses dated language.
Classified fragment shows a help wanted notice promising weekly cash payment. Text garbled with phrases like Sete Pfeeipen tana and stray currency cues, no clear employer or location readable.
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