Repeal bill heads to governor after house passage
The alam repeal bill has passed both houses and goes to Governor Folk. President Roosevelt calls for a square deal for the people, echoing Jackson. In Jefferson City this winter there is no driftwood heating. Rep Depuy of Taney proposes a bill to make it illegal to treat with drinks, a move unlikely to win the Noating vote.
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General Assembly
Folk
Roosevelt
Jackson
Jefferson City
Depuy
Taney County
Associated Press
Times
Saloon Growth Sparks Democratic Praise Across Counts
Local counts welcome new saloons as valuable assets for the Democratic party. The argument rests on keeping floating voters engaged with accessible venues and steady economic activity under the political climate.
Missouri War Claim Funds for State Buildings Proposal
Missouri senators discuss using a national government war claim award to finance erection of state buildings. A proposal considers initiating school fund certificates of indebtedness as part of the plan, aiming to support public facilities and education infrastructure.
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Missouri
Tate
Democrats fund Republican drive signals statewide disgust
The recent major contribution to the Republican campaign fund in the state is believed to have come from Democrats, seen as the strongest sign yet of public anger after thirty years of Democratic rule. The remark highlights cross party financial shifts amid political turmoil.
Sunday Closing of Saloons Ordered by Judge Killian
Circuit Judge Killian orders saloons in St Genevieve closed on Sundays to enforce the laws. The writer notes this firm stance restores faith and counters cynicism about law purpose.
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St. Genevieve
Killian
Judge Killian
Standard Oil Plans Wave of Layoffs in Kansas
The Standard Oil company has laid off 900 employees in Kansas amid alleged opposition from the Kansas legislature to the oil trust. The piece suggests a future where the public may act to permanently remove the Standard Oil company from the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
Kameas
Kansas
Oil Trust
Japan Leads in Year One of War With Russia
The Japanese win most early battles as Russia pins back, yet civil unrest weakens Russia from within. If the tide does not turn, the conflict may end before a second year passes.
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Japan
Russia
Regulation of express charges bill introduced
Senator Farris introduces a bill to regulate express charges and the Frederick town Dem News pledges strong support in the senate and house once the measure reaches each chamber. The piece predicts the bill will fail in the senate committee by a two to one margin.
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Farris
Fredericktown
Dem.-News
Senate
House
Senate Committee
Legislature delays fail to elect senate seat
The failure of the legislature to elect a Republican senator is described as disgraceful, but the author argues the more shameful act was the legislature two years ago electing a Democratic senator.
Campaign Fund Controversy Cites Police Salary Levies
A remark argues that 21000 dollars taken from St Louis police via salary levies should not count if used for Democratic causes but voluntary Republican contributions violate decent politics rules. The speaker notes the political advantage hinges on who is being harmed.
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St. Louis
The Leadest News Rebutts Journal South Critique
The Leadest News refutes the Journal's accusation of venting spleen at the South. It states no ill will and notes it has only pointed out that most utterances and acts were intended for critique.
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vJournal
Fragmentary Civil War Echoes Polarize North and South
A fragmentary line reflects enduring Civil War sentiments, urging preservation of Southern strife memories and warning of enduring bitterness from northern sympathizers. The text hints at long term regional tensions and the lasting impact of the civil conflict.
Missouri Republican critique of Democratic rule in Missouri
The text accuses Missouri Democrats of thirty years of misrule and faults Republicans for not correcting all past failures in a few weeks. It portrays the current legislature as inadequate for instant reform and critiques the Democratic record.
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Missouri
Missouri Legislature Debate and Party Critique
The speaker accuses Republicans of a no-nothing session in Missouri this year and contrasts it with Democratic predecessors. They concede some past Democratic laws but claim the current body would at least perform better if it does nothing worse than prior administrations.
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Missouri
United Railways Buys St Louis Street Railway System
United Railways led by J P Morgan has reportedly paid 90 million pounds to acquire the St Louis street railway network. The move reflects a broader trend of consolidating large public utilities under fewer operators, raising questions about future public control and earnings concentration.
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United Railways Company
J. P. Morgan
Newpaper
St. Louis
Banker Baldy Ryan Freed In Civil Not Criminal Case
John J. Baldy Ryan, once head of a St. Louis get rich quick scheme, was discharged after a judge ruled his actions were civil, not criminal embezzlement. His turf investment allegedly cheated investors of 900000, but he returned fifteen percent to creditors. The piece contrasts theft and so called high finance and questions court distinctions.
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John J
Baldy) Ryan
Get Rich Quick
St. Louis
Forster
Ryan
Missouri Republicans Fail To Hold Political Advantage
Plain observer notes Missouri Republicans repeatedly surrender political gains to Democrats. The author cites legislative sessions and court appointments as examples of Republicans appointing or aiding Democrats, undermining their own party's power and advantage.
Democrats exploit Republicans policy of generosity in victory
The passage argues that Democrats mock Republicans for returning favors after wins, claiming Democrats exploit this perceived weakness to secure continued advantage. It suggests Republicans resist self-deception by refusing to curry political favors, while Democrats press their advantage after victory.
Dictionary for Everyday Use and Farce About Germany
The text defines quirky terms and mocks language use in a playful glossary style. It contains misspellings and humorous riffs on German culture, Kaisers, beer, and national stereotypes, ending with a loose if flawed travelogue about Germany and America.
Pointers From Pithy Sayings On Work And Life
A collection of short maxims about human error fear of change effort and perseverance. Witty observations note the value of steady work and avoiding constant interference while warning that comfort in routine hinders growth. The contrasts between easy evasion and hard ascent frame practical wisdom for daily conduct.
Mississippi preacher visits dying man across the border
Private John Alten recalls a Mississippi preacher called to aid an aged begro near the Alabama border. After offering comfort, the minister questions why local aid was not summoned. The old wife mentions the doctor called the disease infeckedos and a religious mix of Baptists and Methodists emerges.
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John Alten
Mississippi
Alabama
Ediytun Speciacle Reveals Race Track Graft Links
A legislative report denounces a gambling connection in state government and race tracks. Former representative Thomas J. Leonard testified that he issued bookmakers licenses and earned payments while serving as deputy state auditor. Kansas City track officials acknowledged his payments, while the auditor denied direct bookmaker ties. The Post-Dispatch calls the scene an edifying spectacle and a moral mess.
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Tisuse Committee
Polic
Tae
Senate
Thomas J. Leonard
St. Louis
Leonard
Gardner
Kansas City
Post-Dispatch
Editorial hints at Republican control in district court roles
In a De Soto Republican editorial the paper mocks Democrats for underestimating Republicans in appointing court stenographer C. T. Jarvis. It questions if a Republican should urge Joe Polk to name an excise commissioner due to GOP help in electing the governor. The piece recalls Congressman J. Adam Bede’s Roosevelt talks and a sharp retort about an “honest man” who wouldn’t rob a railroad.
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C. T. Jarvis
Joe Polk
Joe
de Soto
J. Adam Bede
Roosevelt
Minnesota
Lawmakers Mock Carnival and Society Horse Show Comment
In a Jefferson City House debate Representative Connor defined a carnival as a gathering where many people go crazy at once. Representative Walmsley described a society horse show as a place where mutilated horses and several hundred halfhearted women are exhibited, a remark that drew House approval.
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Jefferson City
Connor
Buchanan
Walmsley
Winter lingers as Shirley folks attend oyster supper
Shirley notes lingering winter as many locals attend an oyster supper at Mr Ben Allen's last Friday. Visits include Faron Phares from Claytown to see his mother and his girl. Several residents travel to Claytown and Latty, with chatter about Hobson and local farm visits.
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Shirley
Ben Allen
Faron Phares
Claytown
Jake Allen
Huntington
Belle League
Fannie
Berryman
T. R. Johnson
Clear Creek
Tomp Parkin
Steve Wisdom
Mellie Phares
Homer Jenkins
Tlow
Special Offer for St Louis Newspapers and Farm Progress
A historic promotional appeal from the Republic newspapers and Farm Progress promising discounted subscriptions. It touts Twice-a-Week Republic and Darn Progress as premier national and home journals, urging readers to subscribe at one dollar a year and to request free samples from the Globe Printing Company in St. Louis.
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Republic of St. Louis
Progress
America
The
Republic
National News and Family Journal
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Union
Daily Globe-Democrat
West
Globe-Democrat
Globe Printing Company
St. Louis
Globe Printing CO
St. Louis, Mo
Hart's Honey and Hourhound Endorsed by Lincoln Drugist
J H Heard of Economical Drug Store in Lincoln Illinois extols Hart's Honey and Hourhound as a top cough remedy. He praises its pleasant taste and absence of nausea and notes its effectiveness for croup coughs colds and whooping cough. Sold in 25 cent sec and 100 bottle by F X Teasdale in Potosi and Dr J A Eaton in Belgrade.
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J. H. Heard
Lincoln
Ill
Harts
F. X. Teasdale
Potosi
J. A. Eaton
Belgrade
County News Network Seeks Local Correspondents
The Journal invites active correspondents in every town and post office across the county to share local news. Readers are encouraged to send community reports, events, and updates for publication.
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the Journal
Re Go Tonic Laxative Syrup advertised medicine
Re Go Tonic Laxative Syrup promises cleansing of the system and regulation of the liver and bowels. It claims to cure costiveness biliousness headaches loss of appetite bad breath belching and dyspepsia. Sold for 25 cents and one dollar by F X Teasdale in Potosi and Dr J L Eaton in Belgrade.
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F. X. Teasdale
Potosi
J. L. Eaton
Belgrade
Letters of Administration Granted in 1905 Estate Case
Notice that Rudolph JagsSchre is administrator of the Augusta Jaeschke estate with probate court letters dated January 4, 1905. Creditors must present claims within one year for allowance or be barred. two years from the letters to avoid permanent loss of rights.
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Augusta Jaeschke
The Husband's Judgment Best
A Lincoln man cites Hart's Honey and Hoarhound as effective for himself after a severe cold while his wife chose another remedy and remained ill. He endorses the Hart’s medicine and urges his wife to try it if she recovers this winter. Hart's Hoey and Hoarhound is advertised by F. X. Teasdale in Potosi and J L. Eaton in Belgrade for 29 cents per bottle.
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John W. Young
Lincoln
Hart
F. X. Teasdale
Potosi
J L. Eaton
Belgrade
Publication Order and court record note
Public notice from Washington County Missouri records dated January 16 1905 cites an order of publication in a circuit court March term 1905 with W T Hunter as plaintiff and a true copy from the record. Also reported are seven Jefferson County convicts sent to the penitentiary and a legislative committee critique of Farmington state insane asylum location and infrastructure.
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State of
Missouri
Washington
Circuit
W. T. Hunter
M. E. Rhodes
Lee Kugel
Kugel
Potosi
Isaac A. Lereuer
Circuit Court of
Washington County
Isaac A. Leroner
Circuit Clerk
Jefferson County
Legislative
Farmington
New Discovery Cures Consumption Says Teasdale
The Botlm family of Bargerton Tenn recounts a deathly hour and claims Dr Ringe’s New Discovery for Consumption brought immediate relief and eventual cure. It promises relief for coughs and lung troubles with a 1s6d price and trial bottles offered free by F X Teasdale.
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M. L. Bot
Bargerton
Tenn
Ringe
Andiuna
F. X. Teasdale
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Thare
Kiser
Mr. Bede
Dr. Martino
Jordantown
George Jenkin
Hobson
J. A. Eye
J. Cc. Smith
Latty
P. B. Cule
Potos Timrtay
Jast
Bereece
Rudolph Jagsschre
C.D. Smith
T.S. White
Neadler
Bank OF Potosi
Board OF Direc CO
D. Smith
T. S. White
P. G. Higginbotham
TORS
L. Wucasey
E. M. Bust
Casey & Guyton
Undertazhers
Earth
St. Louis Globe - Democrat
Republican Paper OF America
Defendent
Sullivan
Chicago
Chicago Daily Review
Daily Review
Tix
Tyne
Aod
Thisaod
Chicere Review Co
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