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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1904
Page
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Edutler claims he can only tolerate the notice but remains confident, noting happiness that the action did not occur. The report reflects a local stance on governance and political sentiment in Missouri during the period.
Residents of Alissmiri Demin Vate grow weary of bearing the aging figure known as the man of the sea and his influence over their community. The report notes fatigue and a desire for change amid enduring expectations tied to the ring.
Voters face a year of renewed drink fueled controversy and public corruption concerns in local government as debates over liquor and political ethics intensify. Officials promise reform while critics warn of recurring misdeeds and questionable practices in county affairs.
Democratic governor candidates Slaves Reed Judge Gantt and others express strong support following the acquittal of Ed Butler in a high profile case. The ring of supporters cites the verdict as a mandate for continued party aims.
A fragmented report notes that not a single bood or benefactor has landed in prison, underscoring enduring boodleism in Missouri and the influence of powerful friends at the lead artery.
Democrats now repeat assertions about their party that they years ago condemned as slanderous when voiced by Republicans.
Senator Stone and national health society defend the pure food act as instrumental to curb baking industry frauds. The attorney general asserts the law remains a key safeguard, despite opposition and cloak that shields operations of the baking trust.
One faction of the Democratic party calls for unloading men while another seeks to unload both men and issues. The speaker argues the old party should tie down its sign and quit, claiming it is no good in power to the people and no good out of power to itself.
A historical editorial voices sympathy for Japan amid the Japan Russia conflict and criticizes Russia's expansion. It praises the resilience of the "little brown men" as they challenge Russian moves. The piece frames the war as a struggle where intervention is needed to block Russian aggression.
Local Republicans call a mass convention to select delegates to the State and Congressional conventions. The meeting is set for Saturday March 5. The county party vows a firmer line against Democrats and aims to win offices this year.
The congress approves 24,400,000 for the world’s fair enterprise and contemplates a lien on gate receipts to secure the loan. The writer doubts repayment by the national treasury and suggests private funding should cover the costs. The piece ends by delaying belief in repayment until official government payment is announced.
A Hillsboro Democrat article critiques the Missouri reform suggestion, arguing only two forms of government exist monarchial and democratic. It claims Missouri’s state government is Democratic and suggests the Journal favors an undemocratic form.
In the abstract the Democrat defends government principles but in practice Missouri shows a monarch like or republican drift. The Journal argues Missouri must replace the ringsters in Jefferson City with a true republic, opposing constitutional amendments favoring elites and trust influences. It envisions broader representation and removal of ringster control in state boards and national seats.
From Jefferson City comes word that the state will file in the supreme court to oust the twenty million dollar baking powder trust. Attorney General Crow will act for Missouri, a move critics say serves politics more than justice, with the administration long aware of the monopoly's illegality but delaying action for partisan funding.
All Around the State reports a mix of local items: Ed Butler’s Fulton trial costs County Calloway $729.85. Mrs. J. Re. Cropp of Glasgow earned $1,080.78 in eight years selling chickens eggs and butter. Capt. L. W. Forgrave of St. Joseph seeks 1,000 volunteers for the Far East to aid Japan against Russia. St. Louis is described as lax on police, while burglars hit J. W. Pennington’s store in Poplar Bluff. Other notes include a fire escape dispute at a St. Louis female seminary dormitory, a bank account opened on a carpet with rats feasting, and Treasury expenses for Lily scraps. Gallatin saloon keeper warns druggists to stop liquor sales encroachment. A. HL Jones of Boone County pledges $35,000 to the St. Louis Children’s Home Society, with $15,000 remaining upon his death. Rival mule to “Queen” appears in Jefferson County, and Fulton Gazette maintains Queen’s top stature at about 18 hands and 910 pounds.
The passage argues the supreme court will not act before the upcoming election and warns that if the Democrats win, interests in the proceedings would lag. It claims the entire affair has been staged to deceive the public yet again.
State Republicans condemn Treasurer Williams for cashing pay certificates of legislators before the appropriation bill passage. They allege it violated the State Constitution and oath, allowed bills to be delayed for lobbying leverage, and showcased the cost of corrupt lobbying at Jefferson City through biannual appropriation increases.
A disjointed passage discusses gender stereotypes and self-reliance. It urges action over luck, notes misery from waiting, and claims certain men are not both good spouses and business leaders. It highlights flawed generalizations about women and husbands and hints at success myths.
A jumble of social witticisms and notes is followed by a local fatality near Hobart, Ind. A Flat River mine strike lingers unsettled while a McCarver murder juror panel is dismissed for drinking. Two girls in Georgia report their house collapse after a blast. injuries threaten two women.
Sheriff Jerr. Hiseix will sell at public vendue in Potosi during the March term of the Circuit Court the real estate of Henry A. Godat et al. described as multiple tracts totaling about 434 acres in survey No. 1557 and related parcels in Washington County. Terms: half cash day of sale, balance in 12 months with interest, or all cash.
The advertisement proclaims St Louis Globe-Democrat as the leading newspaper for 1904 World’s Fair news, national campaign reporting, and global events. It urges readers to subscribe to obtain comprehensive coverage and references ads elsewhere in the issue.
An iron and quinine tonic presents its plainly printed formula on each bottle and promises no cure no pay. The note emphasizes the tasteless form and the 300 price point for the remedy.
Two telephones offered for sale in working order suitable for neighboring farmers. Easy to publish. Apply at this office.
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