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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1905
Page
1
The piece comments on a Breeders Law described as a prolife breeder of crime and links current reforms to the Czar. It notes reliance on bayonets, and criticizes Republican leaders in the Missouri legislature for obstructing party wishes as public opinion shifts.
In Kentucky, indictments of murder defendants threaten to divide the Democratic party while gun politics remain dominant and control of state affairs continues to loom large.
In Snake Kinney's ward in St. Louis Democrats elect men who have been dead for up to five years, a sign of serious irregularities in the local election process. The claim points to flawed oversight and calls for scrutiny of ballots and vote handling.
Republican lawmakers at Jefferson City are urged to stop wrangling over the senate seat and focus on auditing the state books. The call argues the Democrats deserve a thorough examination to ensure accountability and transparency in government finances.
A diamond weighing over three pounds and valued at 4 million dollars has been found in South Africa. The find is deemed too large for current plans and will be passed on to Piero Morgan.
Legislation to establish a state dairy inspection is urged but critics warn it could be a scheme to marshal Missouri votes for the Democratic party under the direction of a state board.
A columnist contends that the saying You can fool some of the people all the time was not said by Abraham Lincoln and traces the origin to the late P. T. Barnum, sparking a discussion on cherishing traditions and public memory.
The Arkansas governor Jeff Davis wore a Confederate uniform while giving his inaugural address. Report notes northern Republican governors have not shown similar effort to sustain sectional sentiment decades after the war. The Lead Belt News may stop its praise of Jeff’s conduct.
Bryan is endorsed as leader of the Democratic party as Roosevelt policies gain support. House floor leader Williams says Democrats will not obstruct the President's freight rate bill, signaling party unity. If this persists, a Democratic ticket may not be needed at the next national election.
Many large cotton mills in Fall River Massachusetts are idle after a wage-reduction strike by workers seeking to resist pay cuts. The fight stems from new machinery cutting needed labor and boosting output, flooding markets with cheaper goods and intensifying financial hardship for employees. The piece links these upheavals to relentless invention and capital-driven production methods.
Judge Ferriss condemns pistol carrying as dangerous and urges strict enforcement. Former police chief Frey, now retired, argues the law could stop the practice within a day if properly enforced, calling for state police and city cooperation to act earlier. The article questions who should initiate actions, cites reliance on private citizens, and urges legislative tightening to allow searches for concealed deadly weapons.
A concise note on how education stories illuminate global events and the role of newspapers in delivering complete, reliable information drawn from diverse sources. The text emphasizes how histories and chronicles underpin news reporting and public understanding.
A reforming view extols newspapers as essential education, portraying them as national leaders in informing citizens, shaping patriotism, and linking America with world events through rapid, accurate reporting.
Practical guidance on avoiding colds and feeling warmer through breathing. Claims that all colds are congestion, explains body heat from lung oxygen, and urges ten deep breaths on outdoor exits to raise surface warmth and alertness. Advocates regular breathwork to prevent temperature shifts in daily life.
A longcomposed paragraph advertises the Western Publisher price of a local paper with readers sharing the page at a store. It details Farm Progress and the Globe-Democrat subscriptions, praising its value for farmers merchants and professionals and inviting free sample copies from Globe Printing Company in St. Louis Missouri.
The Boston Herald notes that many readers skim by headlines and chapter titles missing much information. It argues people are busy and rarely read carefully, risking loss of knowledge and instruction the Herald deems valuable.
An old Lexington Journal item estimates acre yields converted to pork value. Clover yields 800 pounds of pork per acre. corn 750. oats 320. barley 420. wheat 220. Values per acre listed as clover 32 dollars, corn 22.40, peas 15, barley 16.80, oats 13.20, wheat 89 cents per pound pork.
The Twice-Week Republic of St. Louis and Farm Progress announce a clubbing deal offering one year for one dollar or delivery to single or separate addresses. The Republic, a nearly century old paper, serves half a million readers with world news and local special state additions edited by experts. It is published every Tuesday.
J N Hoard PhG and Econ omical Drug Store manager in Lincoln Illinois endorses Hart's Honey and Hoarhound as a top cough remedy. He cites its pleasant taste lack of nausea and effectiveness for Croup Coughs Colds and whooping cough. Available in 25¢ and 50¢ bottles at F X Teasdale in Potosi and Dr J A Eaton in Belgrade. The Journal seeks active correspondents in every town to report local news.
Old pioneer Uncle Jack Tennyson sold his farm to J W Tedder for 2750 and will live with his son Frank. Tedder has also sold the Thomas farm to Joshua Coffee. L W Garrett closed a successful school term with a festive last day. Lillian Altheuser left Horton district to return to Caledonia. Ice gathering and river activities are common now. Arthur Sloan and family of Caledonia, Wm Turner and family, and Edna Ramsey of Sunlight visited Ed Johnson. George Farmer and Everett Tedder left to study at Springfield. John Johnson and Henry Maddkins shipped three carloads of hogs and cattle nearby.
Notice is hereby given that Rupotra Jaeschke is administrator of the estate of Augusta Jaeschke deceased as of January 4, 1905. All creditors must exhibit claims within one year for allowance or be barred. two years from letters to file claims.
Mr John W Young of Lincoln II says his wife and he both had a cold and chose Hart s Honey and Hoarhound. He took it and recovered quickly while his wife chose another medicine and still coughs. Hart s Honey and Hoarhound is sold by F X Teasdale Potosi and J L Eaton Belgrade in assorted sizes at 1 0 and 1 0 bottles.
Plaintiff files petition and affidavit alleging nonresidency of defendant Lee Kugel. Clerk orders publication of notice in Potosi Journal for four weeks before the March term of Washington County Circuit Court, requiring appearance by March 6 or last day of term. Isaac A. Letcher, Circuit Clerk. A true copy.
Probate Court settles docket for February term starting February 13 1905 in Washington County Missouri. Guardians executors and administrators appear across two days including Denis Barron minor Leslie Hughes Jessie Hughes Effie Garrett minors. Other filings include Ross M Crow deceased Simon Casey deceased Benjamin Casey minor John P Bugg deceased Thomas A House deceased.
In Eaton, Iowa, locomotive fireman C. W. lamy lamy endures joints aches and nerve pain. He says after taking Ebbetie Bitteraea he felt renewed strength and vigor, claiming it restored health. F. N. Teasdale, a druggist, guarantees satisfaction.
Notice to all interested parties that administrator W T Hunter will proceed with a seal settlement of Simon Casey's estate at the Wellsington Probate Court in Potosi on the next regular court day in February 1805. Dated December 14, 1404 at Potosi Missouri.
The Brow y family of Bargerton Tenn witnessed Mrs M L Browy perish as a fire consumed cotton. Doctors failed to save her while Dr Kingw New Discovery for Consumption allegedly provided immediate relief and cured her after continued use. Trial bottles offered free by F X Teasdale with full price bottles at 50 cents and 1.00.
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