07 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
1
Fragmented yet vivid political rant condemns tax hikes and Democratic rule, mocks prohibition, and laments national deficits. Mentions Senator Gunshee, Woody, and Looming elections. References to Missouri politics, a Roxley post office, and Pershing’s troops in Meawko.
The piece critiques President Wilson for instability of mind and lack of courage, contrasting him with Lincoln and Grant. It then accuses the Gardner administration of deceiving Missouri residents about a treasury deficit expected to reach two and a half million dollars, arguing the public was misled during last fall’s campaign while taxes and salaries rise for the coming legislature.
Dr M P L Ravenel of the University of Missouri department urges inexpensive habits for health. He cites a Toronto health bulletin noting that fresh air walking breathing exercises thorough chewing proper food selection and regular dental care cost nothing and improve welfare.
Railroads push two Missouri bills to curb deaths on rights of way by requiring drivers to stop at crossings and prohibiting trespass on railroad property. The measures assign enforcement to drivers, rail personnel, and local law officers, with penalties for violations.
Alter 1 Awakened recounts a dream like moment in a shoe shop where a pale tall female figure with no clothing and stilts attracts attention. The text shifts to a medical asides discussing back pain and chest coverage and ends with a newspaper ad listing subscription prices and delivery offers from the Daily Globe Democrat and Crown Printing in St. Louis Missouri.
An advance list shows 21 Democrats 215 Republicans 2 Progressives 1 Prohibitionist 1 Socialist and 1 Independent for the next House. The tally, delayed by close races, confirms Democrat Scully of New Jersey re elected. Republicans insist Barchield of Pennsylvania won, though contest details remain.
The Ledger describes a banking competition among major institutions with depots and accounts, naming imperial and regional banks and noting rankings. Strong entities include Imperial Bank, London County, New York, and others as listed in the readable fragment.
Amid World War I reporting, ozone as a germicidal wound treatment is discussed as a potential solution. The method uses ozonized water or a sealed wound shell to allow antimicrobial action while excluding airborne contaminants. The piece notes the appeal of ozone for battlefield injuries and contrasts it with standard hospital antiseptics.
Commentary on bread composition compares fat content and protein digestibility in different bread types. It notes that higher flour percentages may not translate to greater usable protein, and suggests digestibility varies with bread strength. The discussion highlights percent bread's nutrition versus actual digestion.
An old saying about apples leads to a new kitchen scene. A mahogany fruit bowl will hold polished apples for family access as a silver carrier and wooden banded rack join the setup.
A brief public notice from the Journal department urging readers to choose Joy Printing services for reliable results. Details are sparse but emphasize quality and service through the Journal’s printing division.
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