Tur De Lome Incident Highlights Diplomatic Letter Writing
The Tur De Lome episode is cited as further proof that diplomats and politicians should avoid lengthy letter writing.
16 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1898
Page
1
The Tur De Lome episode is cited as further proof that diplomats and politicians should avoid lengthy letter writing.
Among recent travelers from Mexico, Mr. Bryan stands out as the only one who observed the advantages of Mexico's monetary system during his stay.
A fragment argues that Democratic press plates push bimetallism due to mint openings to silver. It claims none admit it aims to establish a silver standard, pure and simple, and labels the stance as dishonest and insincere.
An article accuses Congressman Eddie Robb of proposing a $200000 appropriation to improve a minor Goose Creek in his district. The piece labels the plan a treasury looting scheme and questions its navigability for any vessel with more than a light draft.
The piece argues the Republicans have stood together in the minority for thirty years to gain county control and must remain aggressive. It counters Democratic claims that Republicans are disorganized and will be swept from power, noting 1896 showed shakiness but county unity on major issues.
The piece accuses silver advocates of deceit as they push 40-cent dollars to force repudiation. It argues free coinage would ruin all creditors, trigger bank runs, and harm the public, claiming bond-holders and debtors would both suffer amid a nationwide financial panic. It calls for honesty about repudiation’s full scope.
A Missouri bond sale showed money costs falling over decades as state securities sold at a premium to fund 6 percent bonds, while earlier issues drew 10 percent and par sales. The piece argues that interest rates and wages rose in real value since the 1870s, noting farm prices, machinery costs, and living expenses, with savings and mortgages declining.
The Springfield Republican cites Mr. Bryan praising Mexico’s prosperity while urging more circulation. It notes Democratic repudiation was rejected since 1868, accusing Democrats of attempting to destroy national honor with greenback policies, while Republicans preserved credit.
February 14 entry reports Rev Father Larche visiting from Old Mines, birth of a daughter to Frank Hanson’s wife on the 12th, Lizzie McCoy visiting from Potosi, Susie James with relatives at Potosi, James J Jarvis busy distributing Valentines, and Rebecca Boyer with Lizzie Gilore visiting De Soto last week. The brief social notes reflect small town life and local movements.
Clear Creek notes report Miss Thue Byrd closing a successful term at Flat Creek. Miss Neliie troaie ted Storday with George Bryan present. Misses Gertrighe Lattredl and Stellan Cain attended Thazel, and Mr Breckenridhes son assisted. Ale Cobh Owen family planning move to Montana. Owens family to be missed by community. Grandpa Cote enjoying a productive spell.
Local notices report Col. Lowe buried in Trondale cemetery last Friday. Updates include illnesses, road overseer appointment for Reed district, travel and building plans, Sunday School leadership change, and community greetings. Various residents named with visits, departures, and minor events noted through mid February.
Miss Harriet Walton Sykes of New Delotties and later England and the United States died at age 18 after years as an invalid. She married Mr. Sykes in England, later lived in Wisconsin Iowa Missouri and California during visits, and returned to England before choosing Hopewell Cemetery for burial.
Under a deed of trust executed by Mildred Moore and Robert Moore the property in the southwest quarter of a section in township 55 south of the base line is offered at public vendue. The sale, conducted by trustee J. F. Wrentams, is set for Friday February 25, 1858, at the courthouse in Porosi, Washington County, Missouri, between 9 am and 3 pm, to the highest bidder for cash.
Public auction to satisfy deed of trust executed by Wm Breau, Ava Eran, and Frank Bryan. Property lies in Belgrade, Belgrade lot known as Bryan lot, Washington County Missouri. Sale at front door of courthouse in Potosi on Saturday March 19th, 1898 between 9 AM and 4 PM. Trustor C S Townsend named as trustee.
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