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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1902
Page
1
The speaker condemns the Democratic machine in Missouri over free silver and calls for an early meeting of the Republican County Central Committee to discuss county politics Booze and boodle politics should be stopped and this year is a good time to vote closer along party lines.
The Democratic Supreme Court barred opening the ballot boxes amid claims of foul content and hidden issues. Critics say the ruling concealed troubling elements and demanded transparency in the electoral process.
A U.S. invention is praised as a tool capable of doing everything but talk. The Democratic ring in the state, however, is described as having many "machine tools" with the faculty of speech to great volubility.
Mr Bryan argues imperialism should lead the next presidential campaign. The remark suggests a broader reorientation as he abandons free coinage from its pedestal, prompting talk of a political reorganization.
A fragment notes Bryan's article in the Commoner on Steadfastness urging every Democrat to read it. It contrasts Bryan's perceived steadfastness with the 16 to 1 issue not being kept paramount for all, implying a critique of party unity and priorities.
St Louis faces a possible one year postponement of the World’s Fair as planners struggle with the scope of the project and the limited time remaining before opening. Officials weigh delaying the date to ensure proper completion and operations.
The text argues corporations fund the party that controls Missouri's legislature, a practice described as ongoing for years. It contends that corporate interests have not faced hardship under Democratic legislation, implying a link between campaign contributions and policy influence.
Speaker Henderson assessed the tariff revision issue warning that lowering import duties would depress national industry and harm wage earners. He stated tariff tinkering would receive no encouragement from the Speaker of the House.
Champ Clark confronted the Dockery ring at a recent Democratic State Committee meeting in St. Louis over his senatorial primary plan. The ring’s influence dominated the session, prompting Clark to worry his political ambitions were treated as the group’s joke.
The piece argues that critics overlook US origins of reconcentration tactics in the Philippines. It contends that the United States first sought to control rebellious inhabitants by grouping them on reservations to monitor them, drawing a parallel with how Indians were confined on restricted reservations for years.
A letter critiques Democrats for attempting to burden taxpayers with irreducible school fund certificates. It argues defenders deny repudiating state debt while deeming the principal irrecoverable and perpetual interest continues to be collected from the public.
The Farmington Herald reports W L Hensley of St Francois County has pulled out of the Democratic nomination race for Congress in this district. His candidacy depended on Circuit Judge Denning staying out, but Denning appears set to run, prompting Hensley to withdraw.
The Ironton Register notes Bill Stone’s political rise with backing from the Dockery Cook Seibert machine. If Democrats gain control in the next legislature, Stone could succeed Senator West and secure the senatorial jackpot.
A Hillsboro Democrat article reprinted by the Independent sparks questions about who pays the interest on school fund certificates and how the revenue for schools is derived. The writer challenges the claim of no cost to the people and asks how collectors are compensated for their services.
The piece argues Democrats in Missouri show aggressiveness as committees meet and candidates emerge while Republicans focus on federal patronage from Washington. It urges the GOP to commit to state politics with a clear purpose, warning Missouri voters may favor Democrats if Republicans stay apathetic and inactive in the lead up to the campaign.
A Plattaburg correspondent to the State Republican argues taxpayers are harmed by a tax system that drains county funds to Jefferson City and then returns only a portion to the original counties. The piece outlines six calculations showing how per capita losses accrue under the current method.
The remark points to high overhead on earnings of 257000 dollars yearly, equating roughly to 20000 pounds annually, criticizing the cost of maintaining the irreducible debt and implying a political stance by the State Republicans.
The Bolivar Herald argues the school fund amendment creates a perpetual public debt funded by taxes. It favors paying certificates and distributing funds to county school systems. Citing Polk County, it notes high returns on permanent funds and argues the state fund is misused and taxpayers bear the burden. It predicts many Democrats will vote against the amendment. The article also reports on Missouri political maneuvers and Supreme Court candidate positioning in St Louis.
Missouri Democratic leaders refuse to submit a U S Senate choice to a primary amid fears of Champ Clark and Populist defections. Revelations about corporate influence and party bosses threaten Democratic control, with Republicans eyeing a path to the legislature if organization falters. De Armond may join the Senate race within days, influencing the fight.
Proposals reveal a St Louis Hillsboro and Southern line seeking a franchise to run through nearby counties. The plan maps a southward route from St Louis crossing the Meramec River to Hillsboro then southwest through Washington and Shannon counties toward Mowell and the Arkansas line. Thos J Sneed heads the project with eastern capital backing, aiming to develop the mineral belt and timber lands.
An early 20th century testimonial-style ad compares horse oats to child nutrition urging Scott's Emulsion as a tonic and fortifier. It claims the product adds appetite, improves digestion, increases flesh and red blood, and makes ordinary food work harder in sickly or pale children.
An appeal urges subscription to the Globe-Democrat, claiming dominance among American papers with worldwide circulation for the upcoming St Louis 1903 World’s Fair. It also promotes Banner Salve for skin healing and a money-back guarantee if Banner Salve does not cure piles.
The executor H Hawaine announces final settlement of the John Meyers estate in Washington County Probate Court at Potosi on February 10 1902. The notice is dated January 8 1902.
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