25 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1912
Page
1
Fragmentary notes discuss how prolonged hardship allegedly strengthens party cohesion. Mention of Miss Helen Gonlu and Miss Gould hints at social alliances and potential marriage prospects influencing political dynamics and financial promises of thirty million dollars.
The piece argues the Standard 680 Companiy controls many legislators and that Republicans and Democrats are evenly matched. It predicts socialism will grow but not dominate, held back by factionalism like Crom, with socialism influencing major parties rather than forming a separate ruling party. It notes broad interest in socialist ideas across classes.
The piece argues that a JP Morgan centered financial trust controls vast wealth and shapes U S policy, limiting the executive branch. It contrasts Missouri and Arkansas pardons for convicts, noting Hadley’s humanitarian stance versus Donnelley’s lease-system reforms and political backlash.
A brief note highlights the moral uplift achieved by pardoned men through adherence to good behavior and reintegration into civic life, emphasizing the restoration of rights and responsibilities within the community.
The text discusses attempts to rehabilitate the Republican Party amid internal splits. It cites notable figures, including a misnamed “Uncle Joe,” and references past tensions that caused fractures. The piece argues for broader unity beyond the leaders, criticizing methods that served self-interest and calling for renewed, inclusive reform.
A transcriptioned quote argues that business and minds stall panic adjustments after party changes. It links Democratic tariff reform to factory and farmer distress, noting manufacturer profits, price declines, and bank constrictions as consequences, with calls to avoid mind disturbance to maintain stability.
The U S Geological Survey report on underground waters for farm use notes no age device, mechanical or electric, reliably detects water where observation fails. Many devices rely on forked branches of peach or witch hazel, but tests show downturns result from unconscious muscular action rather than water signals.
The article notes movement outside the body explains most rod readings, debunking the water-finding myth. It cites failures in limestone regions and tunnels, emphasizing success only in areas with definite mineral or lava deposits. It mentions Dr. Gipie’s report and local weather and social notes, including baptisms and a death.
Fragmented local notices record sales of a newspaper, travel plans, health reports, and social events. Names include J F L Sehravder and others. a Belmont Ranch conductor, Cape Giant visitor, and a Tea supper are mentioned amid scattered town updates and literary society notes.
Letters testamentary granted by the Probate Court of Washington County Missouri to Ernest Barlow as executor on October 24. All persons with claims against Ellen Barlow deceased must present them within six months to the executor, or be barred from estate benefits. claims must be filed within one year from last publication date. December 14, 1876.
The State Superintendent of Education praised a cooperative report card for schools nationwide. Officials in Jefferson City discussed a framework to train superintendents to tailor the card to country or city homes. C Pearce pledged to help adapt it for most schools, encouraging its use to improve parental involvement and study activities.
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