16 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1910
Page
1
The nation braces for President Theodore Roosevelt to return in June amid public concern and media debate over his health and political stance. Officials alert citizens to expect a high-profile homecoming unfolding amid ongoing national tensions.
The Ballinger Pinchot investigation is making slow progress and by the time a conclusion is reached the Interests will probably be in possession of everything the fight was made over.
Oliver Spitzer, once dock superintendent, was convicted of involvement in Sugar Trust frauds. On the way to the penitentiary he lamented being made a scapegoat for higher up men, questioning why they do not speak out to defend him.
The Ironton Register accuses Hon. Samuel Burns of bolting the Democratic nominee for circuit judge six years ago as he seeks the party nomination in the district. Burns is challenged to explain the past split as party tensions surface this year.
The Fredericktown Democrat News argues that the tariff on tiff has not killed the tiff industry in Washington county. It claims miners are earning up to two dollars per day and the industry is thriving, countering the paper’s assertion that the tariff would end the trade.
Congress is poised to approve the postal savings bank bill, advancing a Republican platform pledge. Bankers oppose reform but face public opinion momentum. the drive for private bank deposit guarantees seems unlikely to halt the measure.
The Ironton Register notes Iron County now faces a looming deficit as a $12,000 treasury surplus vanishes. It cites failing revenues and calls for restoring licensed saloons to avert financial trouble under the Democratic county court.
Governor Hadley cites a large revenue deficit from prior Democratic rule while Democrats counter with figures alleging ample funds left by the previous administration. The dispute echoes a long-running budget debate that followed recent appropriation bills and highlighted partisan blame on fiscal management.
The state revenues surpassed expectations enabling full funding of all appropriations. Yet at the start of Governor Hadley’s term the state faced financial distress, which compelled prorating funds as far as possible. The prior year’s income nonetheless rose enough to cover obligations in full.
Washington officials face a pivotal moment as Supreme Court rulings on Standard Oil and Tobacco threaten to redefine trust power. The article warns that delaying action to maintain Wall Street calm could worsen conflicts and harm the country, urging decisive measures if trusts are found to restrain competition.
Missouri Judge Shelton criticizes disbarring jurors for reading newspapers. In a murder trial the state attorney challenged talesmen for newspaper exposure, but the court said informed jurors are valuable. He notes the old practice is fading and praises intelligence in jurors.
A Galveston Daily News note from Columbia Missouri advocates creating anti gossip societies in communities. It argues gossip frequently becomes slander or falsehoods, harming both subjects and you discussants, and warns even truthful gossip offers little good.
The Delineator’s March guide explains that price does not equal food value, with tips on selecting meat by carcass eye, fat content, aging, and odor. It notes fat beef is generally more tender, securely stamped meat is healthier, and aging improves tenderness while younger lamb and veal spoil quickly. It advises matching cut to use and budget, plus cooking times: tender muscles fast, tougher parts slow simmer.
A sheriff sale, ordered February 16, 19 0, proceeds in Washington County Missouri to satisfy a 250 dollar loan with interest. The mortgage, dated February 5, 1308, lists William A Richeson as borrower and secures payment on a described tract. Default on 262 and change prompts sale at the county court front door, detailing bearings distances and land boundaries across sections 25 26 23 24 in townships 35 1 west and 3 east.
The deed describes sections 23 24 and surrounding quarters in township 3% range 1 east, totaling about 150 acres. It notes the east half of the northeast quarter of section 26 and parts of sections 25 and 23, originally purchased by John Richardson from Albert Walser and S. D. Shore via deed dated May 2 1882. The sale is set for Thursday March 10 1910 between 9 and 4 under a circuit court mortgage satisfaction order, conducted by Sheriff Lawrence W. Casey of Washington County Mo.
By authority of an arms Execution issued from the Clerk of the Circuit Court of St Louis Missouri the Southeast Missouri Barytes Company property is levied to satisfy the alias execution in favor of John S Wilkes. The notice lists Tracts A to D with detailed land descriptions in Washington County and the Ryan tract known as well as associated structures and equipment. The sale is scheduled for March 7 1910 at the court house door in Potosi Washington County Missouri to the highest bidder for cash subject to prior liens and judgments.
Mrs ft AL Kye of Shirley traveled to Pifeareg Masterton last week. She joined Mrs Geo Walker who was very ill. Notes mention Mr and Mrs S PD Welker and entertainment talks. Frances Mason visited local friends, Rose Lup also noted.
A beggar in Coyoacan flashed a roll of bills at a scornful passerby who refused alms and mocked him. The scene drew laughter from onlookers as the ragged man displayed a surprising display of wealth despite tattered clothing and a shrewd, tailored appearance hidden within the rags.
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