21 Feb 1906
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1906
Page
1
The United States Senate seeks representative voices as Republicans in Jefferson City anticipate exposing documents to disrupt the Bourbon ring in the forthcoming campaign. The confrontation centers on political reform and partisan contest in Missouri.
Missouri Republicans enter the political arena ready to lead, vowing active engagement and strong stands to shape the state's year. They emphasize bold action, state pride, and renewed party vigor in a dynamic campaign posture.
Congressman Rhodes makes his maiden House speech on the railroad rate bill, reported in full in the Congressional Record. The address drew considerable applause from members.
The speaker criticizes discussions of war between the United States and other nations. They warn that less war talk reduces the chance of clashes with other countries, noting that war costs lives and money for many people.
An Ohio business floated several million dollars in bonds and stocks on a capitalization of 110,000, triggering an investigation. Proponents call it high finance, while victims call it wholesale robbery.
The article questions whether Democratic nominees in Breton Union Richwoods Kingston and Johnson townships will sustain temperance pretensions during electioneering. It notes anticipated stronger anti liquor sentiment in other townships where support may waver.
The speaker calls out the plutocratic rascal and their law breaking millionaires. He argues punishment by fine is ineffective and urges penitentiary stripes to curb corruption and crime among the rich, highlighting Tillman’s blunt, ruggedity filled comment.
The Senate seeks a rate law letting railroads take rate making board findings to courts. This would clog the system with prolonged litigation and let corporations dodge timely scrutiny. Big firms rely on skilled legal teams, so moving rate disputes to courts would aid unjust discriminations.
In Fredericktown Democrat News a Republican interview says Neidringhans supporters will seek to block M E Rhodes’s renomination, arguing Rhodes did not aid Neidringhans in the spring senatorial fight. The piece notes Rhodes’s strong record in Congress and suggests voters will judge whether he should be renominated. Perryville Rey comments on liquor politics and journalistic opposition to the liquor traffic.
The article argues that liquor influence in local politics, not a broad temperance wave, ended saloons in Potosi. It contends cliques used liquor politics to gain control, and that the anti-saloon stance tied to political maneuvering rather than sheer public sentiment closed down establishments.
The piece contrasts Count Boni de Castellane's vast expenditure from Gould wealth with the earnings of a typical American worker. It paints the disparity as brutal to labor and questions American social structures, arguing they threaten American institutions and call for drastic reform.
The piece contrasting U S postal finances with Europe's, argues deficits stem from service costs and low wages. It notes foreign workers earn higher salaries, deterring shortages, while Americans could earn more elsewhere, affecting productivity and costs.
Democratic critics accuse Rhodes of being a political accident yet acknowledge his direct help to the district since taking office. The piece argues Rhodes has surpassed his predecessor in effort and contends the district may stay Republican, while Republicans back Rhodes for another term.
A fragment emphasizes unity and discipline within the party in the congressional district. It calls for harmony to ensure cohesive development and mobilization for upcoming political efforts, urging members to align on core objectives and maintain orderly collaboration.
The article notes a shift from isolation in farm life to daily access to newspapers and news via mail and telephone. It highlights how rural Missouri and many states now receive current history instantly, reducing the pull of city life and encouraging country youths to stay.
A wine-tasting showman, famed for a peculiar livelihood, blindfolded and correctly identified 24 of 25 wines. At the final glass, water, he pretended it was wine, joking in a farcical finish about cleaning his teeth with it, followed by a humorous mispronunciation.
The text discusses American crevived individualism and a national “American idea” amid diverse states. It promotes the Daily Globe-Democrat of St Louis as a leading newspaper and outlines subscription prices and delivery options including weekly and Sunday editions. An advertisement promotes the Globe Democrat and offers sample copies via the Globe Printing Company in St Louis Missouri.
Brazil. Fine weather for tie making. Mr. Frenk Todd on our streets Saturday last. Mr. Guy Dunlap hauling ties for W. Daugherty. Mr. W. G. Robinson of Vi burnum Mo. branding ties on Tick Branch Saturday last. Circuit court near, no beer in Potosi. Ernest Todd visiting relatives at Shirley this week. Lem Martin and wife visited homefolks on Shoal Creek Saturday and Sunday. Mud valve blew at Blunt stave mill Tuesday, taken to Potosi for repairs. Lem Martin and Silas Todd getting good signs in the mines. Harlin Martin and Silas Todd guests of Ernest Todd Saturday. Myrtle Todd guest of Mrs. Zora Martin Wednesday. W. Miller of Tick Branch visited Berryman Saturday. Sam Staples Cab Bridgeman Stoffel Stotler R. N. Robinson W. Daugherty Guy Dunlay Henry Stotler guests of Samuel Todd Saturday. Iarlen Martin and Silas Todd building a new engine with great progress. Farmers, rig your plows, spring is almost here. Uncre Pine.
Local notes report James Mason and Andrew Palmer leading a new stave mill toward full operation with expected record business. Tie boss Robinson worked in a nearby area, while Sam Staples and Miss Sarah Muntchell enjoyed Sunday time at Mr. Press Lanicus. A brush-ensnared axe injured Dan Gillam but he recovers. Press Lucas plans a general store revamp at the Lucas ranch. The paper notes regional growth, timber and ore, and urges railroad facilities, inviting “Uncle Pike” of Brazil to visit the stave mill efforts.
A damaged testimonial notes five years of cough with reference to a doctor’s remedy. It claims relief from serious lung trouble and mentions prices for full bottles and a trial offer, reflecting typical patent medicine advertising.
Executors notice states letters testamentary were granted to Juda and Ex-wilicio Ciers in Washington County Missouri Probate Court. Hearing date February tenth. All claimants must file within one year or be barred. after seven years, claims not exhibited will be forever barred. Elizabeth Thidzen as deceased.
Farm for rent four miles from Potosi. Apply at this office.
M. SHERGAN advertises the highest cash prices paid for all kinds of scrap iron and invites deliveries to M. A. Casey's livery stable in Potosi.
Notice announces bids for a two story addition to Potosi Public School to be received at the Independent office in Potosi Missouri until February 23 1906 at 7 pm Plans and specifications are available at the Independent office The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids By order of the Board Henry C Bell President M A Casey Secretary Potosi Mo February 3 1906
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for digestive sickness. It claims relief from indigestion headaches dizziness colic and constipation and guarantees satisfaction through druggists at two cents.
Executors notice announces letters testamentary granted by the Probate Court of Washington County Missouri to A T Hannison as guardian of J A Duckworth estate. Creditors must exhibit claims within one year from letters date or be barred. two year bar from publication. January 25 1906.
The Circuit Court of Washington County Missouri will hold a sheriff sale on March 6 1906 at the Potosi court house front door to auction Lots 35 36 and 37 in old Potosi. Terms require 25 percent cash with balance on twelve month credit at 6 percent. Sheriff J W Colts notes conditions and bidder requirements. A local paper ad urges subscriptions to the Journal.
Reader incentive offers a 24 by 32 inch color print titled The Departure of the ride from the home of Washington. With a dollar subscription to Twice a Week Republic of St Louis and Farm Progress, a framed color reproduction from Ferris is mailed. Subscriptions may be sent by post or express payment methods. do not use personal checks.
An American Insurance Co. of New York notice features a testimonial from Hannah Plant of Settle shuck Arkansas praising Bucklin's Arnica Salve. She declares relief from fearful running sores after 11 years and calls it a marvelous healer for cuts burns and wounds, guaranteed by druggists for 2 cents.
Sheriff W Collins sells seized real estate under a general execution for Lee Kugel. Properties include parts of sections 9 12 16 in townships 9 1 west 36 1 east 40 1 east totaling 480 acres in Washington County. Auction March 6 at Votosi Courthouse, 9 am to 5 pm, cash only.
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