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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1908
Page
1
A Missouri treasury deficit is projected at about 1,250,000 dollars due to Democratic extravagance in appropriations. Candidates ramp up activity under the new state primary law, with county politics delaying earlier starts.
The January quarter’s dividends are so satisfactory that they have obscured the fact that a good many wage earners are entering the winter season on reduced pay.
A newspaper note claims a solid slate of Republican hopefuls for president while criticizing the Democratic side as dominated by a dictatorial stance led by Bryan.
If those who can drink or leave it alone abandon interests in maintaining the liquor traffic for the welfare of those not 50, the liquor problem would be solved for all time.
Dave Ball asserts he will win the Governor Folk’s job as several Democrats echo the claim. Attorney General Hadley offers no concrete forecast for the Missouri election next fall, urging observers to watch him possibly fill Holy Joe’s seat.
In St Louis a man received one year in the work house for passing a bogus $2.50 check. In Chicago a banker faces trial after profiting a million from bogus notes, likely to be acquitted as high finance. The piece mocks the distinction between stealing and high-financiering when misusing others money.
The financial panic effects linger but show signs of passing. Sus pended industries are restarting, many workers returning to jobs with wages still higher than hard times. Farm prices hold firm and banks loosen reserves, reducing the scare as conditions improve.
The text describes anti-liquor sentiment as a moral spasm in society. It argues the movement reveals law abiding citizens uniting to curb abuses by a small minority. Detractors are accused of financial or self interests in preserving the status quo, while the spasm is seen as a legitimate, justified protest.
The Lead Belt News argues it is puzzling why great lead companies in St. Francois county cut wages as lead prices rise, blaming political prejudice and feeble tenure of Republican prosperity, and declares the matter not open for partisan debate.
The piece argues labor fared better under Republicans than Democrats a decade ago, while critiquing mining firms for cutting wages amid rising lead prices. It contends capital seeks gains over labor, suggesting dividends fall when lead prices drop, and posits the need for labor to solve the capitalism question and consider self-directed production.
The excerpt cites H G Wells describing a future citizen as an aristocratic public servant who values the state over private gain. He contrasts this with the current business minded citizen and argues for an economic shift from private enrichment to public service.
A lively verse praises the American girl as a divine gift, claiming God sent angel messengers to gather beauty and glamour from the stars and place it in her. The piece evokes wonder and national pride through poetic imagery about female charm and virtue.
Excerpt combines lyrical rhetoric with early astronomy and philosophy. It contrasts mystical imagery from an Alabama Advertiser gloss with a scientific sketch by Camille Flammarion on humanity’s reach into space. The text blends metaphor with speculative physics, juxtaposing earthly beauty with vast celestial distances.
State of Missouri Washington County Circuit Court in vacation to district non residents of Missouri defendants, Robert Marvin, P F Riehen, Georgiana Crossman. Suit to enforce state lien for back taxes on real estate in Potosi against the listed defendants. Judgment by default if not appeared by March 2, 1905. Publication in Potosi Journal.
In the March Term 1908 proceeding in vacation the State of Missouri to the circuit court of Washington County files a petition and affidavit through attorney 5. G. Nipper seeking action against unknown heirs of Elizabeth Cox and others in a matter relating to revenue collection. The document references James Wyatt and Larney Broughton as named defendants with unnamed heirs.
Public notice in Washington County Missouri announces a debt collection suit to enforce a state tax law for unpaid taxes on land described as the east half of the northeast quadrant section 3 township 8 range 4. The defendants, residents of Missouri, must answer by the next term or face a default judgment. publication to run in Potosi Burial weekly.
In the circuit court of Washington County Missouri a publication order is issued to unknown heirs of Thomas Bassuutt and William A. Goforth and nonresident defendants. The suit seeks to enforce Missouri back taxes on the property described as the west half of lot northeast quarter section 3 township 35 range 1 E. An itemized tax bill shows three dollars and fifty four hundredths due, with court date set for March 2, 1905, at the Potosi court house, with publication in the Potosi Journal.
Order of publication for Washington County Circuit Court March Term 1908 in Missouri. Proceedings relate to James K. Whitehead Collector of the revenue of Washington County. Legal action proceeding initiated in the March Term 1908 with the state of Missouri.
The petition filed in the Circuit Court of Washington County Missouri seeks to enforce back taxes for the years 1902 1904 1905 on land described as part of the east half of the northwest quarter section 14 township 33 range 1 east. Unknown heirs of John Morrison are named as potential interests and non residents are not subject to ordinary service. publication ordered in the Potosi Journal with terms to answer by March 1908.
A Potosi resident, W. B. Compton, reports relief from a back kidney pain after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He says the pills eased discomfort, reduced frequent renewals, and improved his health. The ad notes availability at Guy Drug Store and 40 cent price, with Wester Milburn Co. as U S agents.
In Weasnington County Missouri the Probate Court orders sale of Sarah A Lake estate Real property Lot 4 Block 15 Mineral Point to pay debts. Notice to interested parties required before next term February 1968 and publication in Potosi Journal for four weeks. Judge James A Henson certifies the proceedings and seals the record on November 17 1997.
A stray red heifer with white face and white belly, four feet high, split in the right ear, is confined at an owner’s place. Any rightful owner must reclaim the animal within a few days or it will be posted as further action. Signed by Owen VYaorseouer, Agrus, Meu.
Subheadline promises subscription options with a SLO oriented sale drive. Vague ad-like copy mentions a portal and wheels and an address for H. FL Compten, Minyd, Me, suggesting a small print notice or promotional insert. The readable elements indicate an old style classifieds or notice page.
A London page reports English visitors in New Zealand who toasted the vessel that carried them. One guest refused alcohol, then, after a sip of water, realized he had toasted the ship in the liquor she floats in. His friend explained the joke, noting the water was indeed the ship's liquor.
A New York Press quote recounts an inveterate shopper praising English shop girls. She describes visiting a shop with about a hundred dress styles, selecting after an hour and apologizing for the trouble. The English clerk replies it was no trouble and a pleasure to wait on her.
The text muses on why swift returns and bodily prowess are valued. It suggests admiration for military valor as a recurring hero trait in poetry from Troy to modern times, questioning whether fear drives this idealization and whether other virtuous pursuits are undervalued.
In Canada civilian and military rifle associations number 122 and 53 with memberships of 18 085 and 25 274 respectively. Each civilian member receives 100 rounds of ammunition yearly and the government allocates a rifle to every four men. If no range exists a cash allowance helps clubs cover expenses.
Fragmentary text mentioning David Parker and references to Hitler era events. The passage is garbled with unclear names, dates, and places, presenting as a disjointed snippet rather than a coherent report. No verifiable facts or outcomes are extractable from the readable content.
A fragmented prayer note lauds Bucklen's Amira Salts for relief from sores burns and wounds. The text mentions a felon and a chapel, with locals citing swift aid and gratitude in a brief churchside record. The obsolete phrasing reflects a historical advertisement or testimonial fragment.
In Breslau Zoological Garden a monkey with cataracts had eyesight defects. A geon operated, reducing the trouble but eyes remained weak. It was decided the monkey would need glasses to preserve sight. Initially resistant, the animal soon learned to keep its glasses on, placing them each morning and storing them safely at night.
A recital from a prodigal theme includes a misquoted line that causes humorous misinterpretation. A mother corrects the misreading noting the prodigal’s father is described as running and kissing, while other errors suggest a violent fall.
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