08 Feb 1905
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1905
Page
1
A blurred view of Missouri politics and public life in St. Louis. The text notes exhibition of life, circus parades to be banned, gambling suppressed, horse racing bets ended, and pistol possessor cases. It hints at sports, politics, booze shaping the city’s scene.
The supreme court sustains the President in his fight against the Beef trust. A few more such poundings and the Beef trust will be more tender towards the consumer.
A sharp exchange suggests Democratic senators in Jefferson City oppose a GOP backed resolution to have the books examined. The remark hints at ongoing investigations and legislative friction between parties over transparency and oversight.
The remark notes that proposals for reform aimed at the masses provoke opposition from some who fear upheaval. It frames reform as essential to public welfare while acknowledging dissent from critics uneasy about momentum.
Two St Louis citizens, Snake Kinney and Abe Slip Sky, are highlighted as leading figures for universal education, identified ahead of Missouri's prominent teachers and professors in the discourse.
The prolonged fight at Jefferson City is read as a Democratic instigation to swing Missouri back to the party in the next election, with Republicans noted as willingly aiding the scheme. The piece highlights a strategic, partisan struggle observed in state politics.
Chief Kiely campaigns against gambling dens and wine rooms in St Louis calling for elimination, but his sudden push is seen as political retaliation linked to pressures on Governor Falk and a long standing system tied to Democrats.
The Ram's Horn jokes about anarchy as the sword over plutocracy, claiming alarm is exaggerated and that Americanism will curb class strife. It notes the publication’s religious veneer while criticizing its iconoclastic tone and imagined revolutionary aims.
The article argues that U S interest in socialism grows as country papers drive the discussion while metropolitan presses remain quiet due to commercial bias. It warns that many people misunderstand socialism and urges clearer public understanding.
The piece argues that while radical socialistic doctrine seeks to overturn social structure and redistribute wealth, true socialism aims to elevate humanity and distribute wealth for all. It critiques self interest, discusses the roles of Democratic and Republican parties, and predicts Republicans will address the issue as public opinion ripens.
Fredericktown Democratic News condemns the Missouri legislature’s delay in electing a U.S. senator while arguing the Dems squander $1200 daily. The piece notes the legislature’s seventy day biennial limit and defends current sessions as productive, countering Dem News accusations of partisan waste and overreach by Republicans.
The piece blasts Pacific Express Company for high rates and monopoly power, arguing Republicans in five weeks should tackle long neglected abuses. It contrasts Democratic inaction with Republican claims, cites John L. Bradley as a reformer, and rails at lawmakers while noting Senate Democrats still control. It ends with a moral meditation on human nature and self-destruction.
Kansas City wholesalers unite to oppose Chicago mail order firms. They argue catalogue houses drain rural commerce, hurt local retailers, and transfer money away from communities. A leading dry goods dealer urges farmers to support nearby trade centers to boost local wealth.
The excerpt muses that few die of old age while many die of disappointment and toil. It contrasts strong versus weak bodies and minds, noting passions shorten life and weakness may prolong it. It then lists animal lifespans, suggesting scale with growth to full size.
The piece argues for musical education for children, noting its social and personal value and long term regrets from lacking training. It cites parental neglect, then mixes in local notices about a new bank in Ironton, a neighborly shooting incident, labor disputes in Mine la Motte, and a clubbing offer for newspapers, all from local papers like the Fredericktown Dem. News and mentions the Twice a Week Republic, Farm Progress, and Globe-Democrat catalogued as a reader offer and subscriptions.
The column notes heavy snow hindering Sunday school attendance and multiple local visits. Roy Waltup of St Louis visits relatives, Uncle Joe Kirby travels to Potosi, and Mr J H Pettigrew visits Shirley. The funeral of Robert Jenkins, killed in St Louis, arrives and is laid to rest in Shirley Cemetery. he leaves two brothers and four sisters. A wedding is anticipated, and Walter Northcutt from Potosi visits for hunting. the item ends with a local sign-off.
Mr J J Hoard of Lincoln Illinois endorses Hart's Honey and Horehound as an excellent cough remedy. It is praised for being easy to take and effective for Croup, Coughs, Colds, and Whooping Cough with 25c 50c and 100c bottles sold by Teasdale at Potosi and Dr Eaton at Belgrade. The Journal seeks local correspondents to report county news.
Letters of administration granted by the Probate Court to Ruppwig Jaeschler on January ath day of 1605. Creditors must prove claims within one year to receive allowance, or be barred. two years from letters to claim will be forever barred.
A Lincoln Illinois man credits Hart's Honey and Hoarhound for curing his cold after his wife’s different medicine failed. The ad notes Hart’s Honey and Hoarhound sold by Teasdale of Potosi and Eaton of Belgrade in 25c, 50c, and $1 bottles, along with Re-Go Tonic Lazative Syrup for various digestive issues, sold by Teasdale and Eaton in Begrade.
Plaintiff files petition against Lee Kugel not a Missouri resident seeking judgment on a promissory note. Clerk orders publication in Potosi Journal for four weeks and requires Kugel to appear by March term start in Potosi. Circuit Clerk Keane A. Letcher. Witness Isaac A. Letcher.
Probate Court settles cases due from executors guardians and administrators at the February term to begin February 16 1905 in Washington County Missouri. Monday February 13 first day lists Louis Barron guardian of Denis Barron et al minors John M Hughes guardian of Jesse D Hughes minor and Jessie M Loomis guardian of Effie Garrett minor. Tuesday February 14 second day lists Margaret E Crow executrix of Ross M Crow deceased W T Hunter administrator of Simon Casey deceased Morgan J Casey guardian of Benjamin G Casey minor Mary F Bugg executrix of John P Bogg deceased Theodore T Honce administrator of Thomas A House deceased.
C W Galamy a locomotive fireman of Bellington Iowa notes a near disaster yet credits Electric Hitters with restoring his strength and appetite after severe pain and weakness. The testimonial claims the tonic powers and vigor, offered with a satisfaction guarantee by F X Teasdale Druggist.
Final settlement notice to all creditors and others interested in the estate of Simon Casey deceased. Administrator W T Borren intends to make a final settlement at the next term of the Probate Court in Warlington County. Court to be held at the court house in Potosi on the second Monday of February 1905. Potosi Mo December 14, 1904.
A damaged notices-like account describes a family tragedy from Bargerton Tennessee and promotes Dr Ringe New Discovery for Consumption. It claims immediate relief and complete cure for throat and lung troubles, with a guaranteed formula, price one dollar and trial bottles offered by F N Teasdale.
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