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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1904
Page
1
A garbled OCR note references politics and wealth in a misted sentence about a millionaire. Names, places, or dates are unreadable, but the fragment implies political themes intersecting with money in a historical context.
Fragmentary item notes Slissonri Domcersts at possession of Col Mose Waotmore s bequest of 275000 and mentions investing it in certificates of indebtedness. No clear names or dates emerge beyond the few legible terms.
The Vingster machine has run free in Missouri with brakes off, and now the people must act to halt it by securing control of the track and stopping its advance.
The President asserts decisive steps will be taken when canal construction starts, while dismissing a tendency to keep Democrats energized. The remarks aim to project resolve and maintain party focus amidst impending labor and policy demands.
Despite Democratic desertions, Roosevelt is expected to face a strong challenge in Chicago next June. Early indications suggest the race will be competitive with substantial opposition to his renomination.
A partial, garbled report notes Republicans in Washington county choosing to assert their own approach this year rather than yield to the opposition. The piece hints at intra party tensions and a shift in consultation with Democrats.
Missouri Republicans find plenty of material for governors and the convention debates whether it nominates Watbridge Norton Baihiwell or Ben Russell. All are capable men and the public would get an honest administration from any of them.
The St Louis Republic hints that Missouri Republicans preach harmony yet work schemes against each other. It notes intra party divisions among Missouri Democrats mirror factional fights and questions how public loyalty aligns with party leaders and state tickets.
Friends urge Sam Cook not to seek reelection as secretary of state fearing his candidacy harms the state ticket. Critics link his ties to a bribery core, claiming the machine will push him through if the ring dominates the state convention, regardless of voter will.
The piece argues Republicans in Congress oppose addressing negro disfranchisement in the Solid South while Democrats expanded ballot suppression. It notes Southern Democrats removed Black voters to tilt elections and questions the legitimacy of representation in the electoral college and House. The article critiques Republican hesitancy to act on this issue.
The piece portrays William Randolph Hearst aiming for the Democratic presidential nomination. It notes his control of daily papers in multiple cities, his long standing interest in the presidency, and his strategy to appeal to workers and reformers while aligning with Bryanites and party reorganizers.
Ex Gov Stephens denounces party machines and distrusts party switches as he rails against the old Republican structure. He notes Hawes and Folk as wavering figures, urges Democrats to reject trusts and defend honest governance, while urging straight tickets for Sam Cook.
A faded report notes Governor Poekeny pardoned Charles J. Coartar of Lawrence County for the penitentiary term on condition he leaves the state. It mentions Charles W. Spell of Parryville and a court case involving murder, plus various wartime memories and local legal notes.
A Missouri Democrat is under fire as associates hint at a switch to the Republican side. The Globe-Democrat notes the push to crown Republican ideas in November and urges a Republican-leaning effort to secure jobs in Missouri.
Reports from the region include a new mining company to be named Silver Spring Mine Co in St. Erinceis County. A 15 year old boy John Lands of Elvins dies from cold and hunger. his family is destitute. Central Lead Co strike at Flat River continues with arrangements to resume work. Public notices mention Thomas Mostélier and Irvin Shaner off to Hot Springs to exhibit themselves in a museum. George Miller, St. Princess County schoolteacher, fined for whipping a pupil, Chrenes Estes. Several odd details and scattered events fill the page with local care and hardship.
The readable text hints at unidentified persons and actions around Weying and Juntteton Pines with phrases about kind and policemen. Details are unclear, but the fragment references local figures, a settlement or event, and possible approvals or recognitions. Further context needed for a precise summary.
A fragmented local notice with scattered names and places. references to smallpox cases and a fire that damaged a house owned by Robert Colman. mentions of Henry, George Duncan of Palmer, Walter Silvey at Courtads, and Harvey Huittoft shirley. disorderly text blocks and unclear dates.
A fragmentary ad or commentary discusses the death penalty and promotes Iguelelin's Arnica Salve. It claims the salve prevents sores, boils, and scars and warns of severe penalties for minor injuries. The text resembles an old newspaper advertisement with era-specific language.
Deed by decree authorizes sale of 213 and 50-2.00 acres in Washington County Missouri under United States survey No. 1557. Property includes 120 acres over several fractional sections in township 39 north range 2 east with recorded references to Frissell and Gov. of Missouri grants. Terms: half cash day of sale, remainder with eight percent interest, secured by note. Sale conducted by county order dated November 2903.
Readers urged to subscribe to the St Louis Globe Democrat for full World’s Fair news and national updates. Ad promotes the paper as unmatched in the West and promises comprehensive reporting on Works Fair and exhibitions. Also notes Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic with clearly printed formula.
A dated notice proclaims a groundbreaking preventive against suicide. It promotes Electric Bitters as a nerve strengthener and liver and kidney regulator, claiming it will avert self harm and restore health. The ad urges readers to seek this remedy at Teasdale Druggist and hints at broader wellness benefits.
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