21 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1912
Page
1
The passage notes Democrats rally behind Taft while Teddy Roosevelt stays silent. It claims union labor harmed itself by using dynamite against organized capital, implying self-defeat in labor strife.
In hard times the cost of living rises sharply, exceeding any previous records. The statement notes that economic strain has intensified, making daily expenses harder to cover for many households. It emphasizes the widening gap between incomes and prices.
The insistence on probing the Money Trust while seeking its political backing has the Democratic leadership in a sleepless state, as factions weigh the implications of a robust inquiry against the pursuit of influential support.
The Democrats of St Francois county endorsed Congressman Hensley and this endorsement implies support for his vote to reduce the lead tariff. The group’s backing signals alignment with his tariff stance and overall legislative record.
A large portion of Missouri Democrats backs Champ Clark for President and any voiced support signals a post office or similar appointment in the event of his nomination and election.
A Cher nan scientist reports discovering in Africa tribes described as negroes with birdlike features including doug faces, bird bills, and the ability to move on one leg. He claims the bird bill group lives in trees.
The report notes Vandiver lured by a promise of the Democratic governor nomination in exchange for Felic’s withdrawal from the contest against Champ Clark for control of Missouri’s delegation to the national convention. The old party factions hold little affection for Vandiver or Folk, and the value of any pledge to Folk remains dubious.
The piece argues that American interests back revolutions in Mexico to prompt U.S. annexation, noting billions of dollars invested by Americans and suggesting American rule would be safer, citing J. Pierpont Morgan as an example.
The text argues that vested interests will back Taft for re nomination while the public would choose Roosevelt. conventions are shown to be controlled by interests determining the Republican and Democratic nominees, with the Socialist party not yet a concern.
The election results mark a strong showing for the Social Democrats in Germany, likely shaping future national policy. Observers note the party’s influence promises welfare gains for workers and social protections such as national insurance, contrasting German and American labor conditions.
The author discusses Germany's social insurance system where workers receive protection against illness and old age funded largely by employers. The policy includes free medical care and job recovery efforts, funded by profits. The piece contrasts German practice with strikes elsewhere, urging learning from the German approach to curb labor exploitation.
A speaker argues that wealth arises from energy and property, but one in a hundred with brains profits by directing others. He claims such leaders gain control of nine tenths of produced wealth, then use religion law and government to secure inheritance and legitimize their wealth, creating a society ruled by retrograde brains supported by the ninety nine.
The piece discusses Ozark folk music debates sparked by Hadley and St. Louis papers, tracing breakdown tunes to Scottish-Irish origins via bagpipe influence, noting fiddlers used drone D strings and the role of the base pipe. It credits no Scottish-Irish American as composers and hints at literary references and a Gatefold note on remedies for colds.
Bellevue township resident Charles H. Queen announces his candidacy for sheriff. He seeks Republican primary support and specifies he is running under the party’s decision rules.
A collection of 1910s era quotes warning that sparking revolution must be met by action from capitalists and leaders. The speakers include Elbert Gary of United States Steel, President Walt of unspecified steel interests, Dr Harvey Wiley, Istap Williams, and Representative George W. Norris, urging social reform, moderation, and evolution over violent upheaval.
The document outlines renewal requirements for teachers certificates, detailing activities like attending state or county teacher associations or reading circle work, with waivers for few cases. It also notes possible substitutions such as summer school, extension, or correspondence courses, and mentions merit-based exceptions approved by county superintendents and the State Superintendent.
A sheriff sale notice announces seizure of Topozark Orchard Co property by virtue of a transcript execution from St. Louis circuit court. Described tracts cover sections 28 83 and surrounding ranges in townships 36 30 33 45 east, totaling multiple parcels in Washington County Missouri. The sale is set for a date in March at the county courthouse with location details and witness names listed.
Local testimony extols Doan's Kidney Pills as a permanent cure for kidney d pain and lameness. EC Rankin of Acme Hotel shares long standing relief after using the remedy following months of soreness. Sold by dealers nationwide with Foster Milburn Co as sole US agent, 60 cents a box. Remember the name Doan's.
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