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Newspaper

Potosi Journal

Location

Potosi, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1921

Page

1

Political blame games and a wary juror panel

An opinion piece contends Democrats shift blame for the current industrial slump to Republicans, arguing Wilson vetoes blocked pro welfare bills and noting a preexisting slump before the 1912 election. It cites cotton prices and a St Louis jury panel striking down prohibition enforcement, urging public opinion to challenge officials and urging restraint on tariff steps.

St. Loula Chaii St. Louie St. Louis

Mount Vernon Reverend Robbed of Welfare Funds

Mount Vernon Illinois reverend robbed the malin of 176000 four hundred dollars, flashing wealth openly and exposing himself. Senate investigations into coal profiteers fail to deter the public mood. Missouri lawmakers push home rule bills targeting St Louis and Kansas City, with Governor Hyde opposing the move. Democrats enjoy watching Republicans troubled by the issue.

Mount Vernon Ill Sention Ot Jeff City St Louis Kanaae City Republican Party of Missouri Hyde

Government debt to US dwarfs wartime burden

Foreign governments owe the United States a combined sum of billions in principal and interest, with messy collection efforts and slow payments. The piece laments that half the war debt may be alleviated if these obligations are honored, while taxpayers bear the ongoing costs. The tone portrays the overall situation as a poor financial harvest.

United States Ull MW. P. J. Porter Tl Porter Mead

Labor unions oppose cost cuts in living standards

A fragment quotes public frustration at rising costs and notes organized labor resists reductions. The line hints at dissent from workers and the broader public, with a wary reference to an observer in a humorous “man up a tree” metaphor.

Wilson Hires Democrats as Senate Blocks Confirmations

President Wilson seeks to shore up his party by naming thousands of Democrats to office hoping they survive the Harding era. A Republican Senate with confirmation power grimly eyes the moves and may let the appointments die with Wilson. The president seems to misread last November’s verdict and clings to kingly authority.

Wilson Harding Senate

Missouri pistol bill returns to legislature

Sue Allender anti pistol toting bill reappears before the Missouri Legislature. The measure would restrain pocket firearms sales, mirroring a similar bill passed two years ago but vetoed by Governor Gardner. Critics note loopholes persist via interstate mail order houses, enabling guns from Chicago or New York.

Missouri Jovvenor Gardner Chicago New York

Business leaders see spring revival after low mood

Business men and bankers generally think the bottom of the industrial downturn is reached and spring opening will bring a rapid upturn. The main issue is consumer strike against continuing high prices, with manufacturers prices lagging behind raw material declines. Retailers delayed by stock losses may need to buy cheaper and sell cheaper to aid revival.

Wisconsin Indian population and lands totals from 10 years

Commissioner Sells reports Wisconsin's American Indian population at 3,401 with 1,955 Protestants and 1,955 Catholics. The state shows 40,111 acres of Indian lands, Keshepa reservation at 21,650 acres, and lodgings at Winnebago, Menominee, and Oneida communities. Tuberculosis remains a health issue. the report outlines prevention steps.

Green Bay Wia United States Cato Sella Indian Affairs Cowida Pear Hells’ Anoust Keshepa School Oneida Lalina Agency Winnebago Menominee Wisconsin Commissioner Sells Kesheia

An English Beauty And The Widow Of The Tit

An English beauty named Katherine Werlesley, widow of Cosher, is described as the wife of Ulery Crutite of Cowles. Their daughter is listed as 9 Wanghter of St Frepd thoes Sterile.

Katherine Werlesley Cowles Fe Melley

Funeral Rite Marks Mary Grave Reopened in Local Church

A historical service revived a burial ceremony at a church in Isic as Mary’s coffin, resting on the shoulders of Purme representatives from across the county, was moved to a new grove. A large crowd gathered for the solemn procession and funeral ceremony.

Chang Hall Vaertia Mary Iid Wee Kirk

Human Fly Helps Anchor Shabby Walls at Strathmoore Building

In New York, workers aided by a man in a flying harness labor under hazardous conditions to stabilize the nine story Strathmoore building at Broadway and Fifty Second Street. Half the structure collapsed earlier, trapping seven men in debris as rescue procedures continued under the glow of a searchlight.

New York Strathmoore Broadway Second Street

Veteran Army Sergeant Jonathan Barnes Leaves Army Record

James Barny, first sergeant of Company L Tenth Infantry at Camp Sherman, served as emergency major in the field during the war and commanded the regiment in the colonel's absence. His captain once served as his lieutenant. Barny spent about forty years in the army and could have earned a commission.

Berves Camp Sherman James Barney Tenth Infantry

Preventive Vision Classes Grow in U S Public Schools

More than 4,000 supporters attended the sixth annual meeting of the National Committee for the Prevention of Blindness. Reported progress includes expansion of vision conservation classes for public school students, new York city and several states leading the effort, and emphasis on early detection, avoiding risky behaviors, and proper eye care through education and demonstrations.

New York National Committee For the Surconanttmne Veneuw Massachusetts Minnesota Ohio Pottshvenns Washington

A Nation Saved by America Says Cleveland H Dodge

Cleveland H Dodge a New York banker and director of Nations City Bank extols relief efforts in the Near East. He lauds American philanthropy and the Red Cross for aiding refugees, orphans, and workers, emphasizing wartime relief and international aid. The speech frames America as guardian of liberty and humanitarian action.

America Cleveland H. Dodge Cleveland If Footer New York Basiness The Nations City Bank Ace Tue Luschi Seye Pountatio Cedarcea Anericar Pailanthropy

Robbery on Wee Petts streetcar line ends in demand for money

A partial OCR excerpt describes a streetcar robbery where a peerewoman grabbed a pocket sac containing about £8 and a gold serview. The incident references the late George Geows and a request for money as the assailants halted the tram. The readable text ends abruptly with “Please give us your money, lazy.”

Connelisviith Ariable Petts Geiser George Geows Iite

Begething Funny All Right at a Stag Party

A garbled passel of notes describes Mayor Charles Merwick as guest of honor at a stag party where chicken portions were served. The fragment hints at a joke or oddity about the meal and the event, with unclear references to Beewich foerd and pallets that disappeared.

Chitcker Charles Merwick Wes Bmor Tome Beewich

Daily World News Service Adopts Cheaper Mail Subscriptions

An offer details reduced subscription rates for daily news delivered to homes. The ad promotes ongoing access to domestic and foreign events with a focus on the Globe Democrat and related features. It highlights weekday editions and weekend options, inviting readers to subscribe for yearly or weekly terms.

Fragmented OCR Summary of Aims and Figures

Disjointed notes describe a coming western event with mentions of figures like Louels, Treasary Goan, Wilkes Mather Lee, and Stephen forter Giieser. Factual cohesion is lacking, but references to federal power, wage pieces, and a study imply economic and political themes across a broader national context.

Matiston Wilkes Mather Lee Lewis Cours

U. S. Dooms Buracs as Pest in Washington

In a tightly drawn report from Washington, officials label the described barracos and figures as a “veritable pest,” highlighting the growing concern over their disruptive impact on current policy and public order.

U. S Buracs Pest Washington Lwely Barracoaries Tweeteen Lepeed de Clement

Fragmented OCR Summary on Fuel Solution Discussion

Readable bits describe a fuel sheet issue at a Chey locality meeting and reference a protest about a water tariff. Mentions a possible driving cycle and a power concern, with phrases about a woven right and warned higher tent power.

King Splits Royal Estate Parceling for Fares Con

Fragmentary OCR details a royal estate division contest over lands for cultivation near Cathellc Agric Education. Mentions MB Penta allotments, "The Yellow Oetrh Poather" lead, and potential plots. Notes burial and local ceremonies for Albany and W Weeag Tee, with American Legion ties. details unclear due to damaged text.

Macrel Bocgertnise Albany Ind Kame Arried Tere American Legion

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