25 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1903
Page
1
A garbled note suggests Democrats are asked about price changes as tariffs allegedly ease. It mentions cooperation and cheaper costs but unreadable details limit clarity on who, where, or which items are affected. New questions arise about policy shifts and consumer prices.
A fragmented OCR note describes Frank H. Farris as still willing and resolute, despite a twitching sense of corporate pressure and ongoing scrutiny from regular critics.
A jagged legislative quip calls for the fate of a bill to make selecticenses perpetual to be killed, everlastingly killed, reflecting partisan friction and a call for decisive action on the measure.
The Jefferson Club defends its election law bill as fair to Democrats while critics argue it shapes the question of a fair election law. The exchange centers on how the measure would affect access to voting and party balance in upcoming contests.
The Democratic legislature has held back from solid action on the free text book issue, instead proposing to use it as the vehicle for imposing further taxes. The remark suggests reluctance to commit to a concrete policy or funding mechanism at this stage.
Washington County spends several thousand dollars a year on raid improvement that fails to deliver real gains. The note calls for better results and more effective use of funds moving forward.
State Senator McIndue urges adoption of voting machines in Missouri claiming current systems are deficient. He criticizes the Democrats and cites the city of St. Louis as an example of the proposed changes' necessity and potential benefits.
Members were supplied with fountain pens at public expense and the bill will require spending around Shon. The note indicates an outlay tied to official needs and accountability for public funds.
A cautious assessment notes Mr. Bryan may not become president or author of one. It suggests he could influence which Democrat candidates the party supports, shaping the field and possible outcomes.
Mr Deelne has come home after a shirt journey in Jefferson City. Those pleased to see him back did not expect a stay at the state capital at all.
The writer claims the Iowa notion of a Republican push for tariff protection originated with Democrats who recently became Republicans, asserting no true Republican supports free trade propaganda.
A reader questions whether fraud by Republicans in Mineral Point last November indicts Democratic judges and clerks. The inquiry asks if Democrats could have colluded with Republicans to commit fraud.
Despite exposure of get rich quick swindles, investment companies in St Louis continue advertising high returns of 5 to 10 percent per week. The tone suggests predatory targeting of gullible investors as other frauds linger.
Last week in the Missouri lower house lively discussion arose among Democrats over its direct legislation pledge. The proposal would allow ten percent of citizens to refer laws for direct voter passage or repeal at general elections, challenging the lobby-dominated status quo.
A brief note suggests that Democratic allies may survive or remain in a position. Details are sparse, with no clear names, dates, or locations provided in the readable text.
Missouri governments by state boards face new bills to seize county public affairs. A house measure seeks a state board of public printing dominated by incumbents tied to the ruling ring. The proposal aims to channel state printing to favored papers, aligning with political interests.
Missouri Democrats preparing for a March 12 showcase in Jefferson City with Gov Dockery to preside. Orators draft speeches attacking Republicans, praising Democratic policy, and invoking Imperial Missouri while avoiding mentions of police, Cardwell, and alumni baking powder.
The author urges higher revenue for road improvements, arguing good roads raise property values and noting legislators respond to constituent pressure. He questions farmers’ efforts to contact lawmakers and asks if readers will clearly state their demand for better roads.
A fragmented piece compares a hen and an editor in a satirical think-box, noting the hen’s practical thrift versus the editor’s failed schemes and costly pressroom battles. The text then shifts to a violent incident: James Scott shot and killed Iris’s brother Marion at Owl Creek, with misfired intent and a subsequent death.
Henry D Baldwin superintendent of the City Water Works in Shellourg Wisconsin reports trying many liniments with little benefit until Ballard's Snow Liniment for Rheumatism and pains. He says it is the best liniment on earth. Available in 25 cent, 50 cent and 1.00 bottles at all medicine dealers.
George Kirkpatrick’s murder case delayed to June 1 in Farmington circuit court after killing C G Carney. John TH Cline pleads guilty to embezzlement, sentenced to two years. shortage over 34,000. John White injured by freight train at Delassus while moving handcar. Jennie Shannon wins 1084 against estate of John C Shannon in St Louis Court of Appeals for household labor 1884 1891. BC Stone displays a Virginia grown gourd from 1815 - once used as powder flask by Sam Hilterbrand.
An old health ad promotes Scott's Emulsion as the best lung fertilizer to combat consumption. It warns that early treatment is crucial and urges readers not to hide symptoms. The ad praises fresh air and states resin cures and patience will lead to recovery, with cautions about digestion of salt pork.
Taken up by Adolphy Bonn and posted before Wirebal4 a justice of the peace in Belleview Township Washington County on February ith day. The property listed includes a yearling heifer described as brown white with horned ears and a second yearling heifer spotted with white predominance. Appraised values are SEK and SS.
The Iron Mountain Route promotes Southwest colonization inviting Sunmer, miners, merchants, and professionals to settle. Increasing production and wealth hinges on attracting settlers with information on crop statistics and climate. Descriptive material and low transport rates offered. contact nearest agent or write to St Louis address for details.
Notice to the public announcing a wagon shop built in connection with a black witch shop and featuring Mr HH. Guyton as a first class wagon and bogey maker. They offer all wagon and weed work, use high quality materials, sell wagons at St. Louis prices with freight, warranty all jobs, and specialize in horse shoeing and repairing.
Trustee PLM Lindorsxpons sells the real estate of ltuand totpe fal lowitte Geacrdnid teal eshte situate in the Crally of Washington State Missouri. The southeast quarter of the southwest quarter of section thirty three township thirty five range five west lies to United States. Sale to be held at the front door of the courthouse in Poteh Missouri to the highest bidder for cash on a date between nine and five, with costs of executing the sale.
Notice for publication that Norma F Robinson has filed for final proof on her homestead Els N Eoy in township 1 range 1 west. Hearing before the Register at Prenton Mo on March 14 1908. Witnesses Munre Flowers James Midwgell Wee HE Pyatt and James William all of Courtois Mo. George Steel Register
Notice is hereby given that James Gillam has filed notice of intention to make final proof to support his claim for the Ets NOW 4? and SW NW ty section 35 township 3g SN. Range 1 west. Before the Register or Receiver at the Land Office in Courtois, Mo on March 14, 1808. Witnesses: T Pratt Norman L Robinson Fito Beers, Wo PS Yount, all of Courtois Mo.
Waverly Texas resident KEV Carlisle praises Ballard's Horehound Syrup for morning coughs and chest troubles. He claims it dislodges phlegm quickly and is pleasant to take, recommending it to anyone with throat or lung issues. Available in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes at all druggists.
Land Office at Ironton Mo January 31 101 Notice is given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make proof in support of his claim Register or Receiver at the Land Office at Ironton Mo March 14 1903 viz Wm TH Pratt WH EL Nu LHE for the Sy NE 4 NW Y NEY and Lots NWY section 31 township 36 N range 1 W He names witnesses to prove his residence and cultivation Jas Gillam Noramin Fo Robinson Marion Jarvis and Edward Pyatt all of Courtais GEORGE STEEL Register
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