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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
1
Platform at Den is poor grease for Republicans on skids
The passage critiques the platform adopted at Den as a faulty lever to mobilize GOP voters. It argues the platform provides little traction to advance Republican prospects and may backfire in the upcoming elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denis
Patrolman Heil Dismissed Over Name Attention
A St. Louis police patrolman named Heil is dismissed for making too much of his surname. The incident centers on his insistence on name emphasis and the department’s disciplinary action concludes his tenure with the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heil
St. Louis
Governor Folk Snubbed at Denver Convention
Senator Stone seeks to outdo Folk in Missouri next fall by proposing sharper moves to limit Folk’s support, aiming to blunt his statewide appeal after the Denver gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Folk
Denver
Stone
Missouri
Democrats Seek Full Disclosure On Campaign Contributions
The remark urges the Democratic party to publish all sources of campaign money, expressing hope that forthcoming disclosures will reveal funding origins and increase public transparency.
Bolting Gold Democrats Return on Their Own Terms
The text notes that no bolting gold Democrats have returned to Bryan’s fold yet. Those who have gone back are doing so on their own terms and are welcomed by the party under those terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Political volleys over factory shutdowns and openings
The writer accuses Democratic commentators of celebrating every small industrial shutdown while blaming Republicans, and of never crediting the party for frequent big factory openings. The piece contrasts partisan spin with actual industrial activity.
Denver convention ebullition disputed by papers
The Ironton Register disputes the Globe-Democrat claim that Bryan's Denver demonstration was a pumped-up affair timed by a prearranged plaque, suggesting the underlying spirit of the convention ebullition remains contested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ironton Register
Globe-Democrat
Bryan
Denver
Register
Globe
Senator Stone and Railroad Magnate At Denver Convention
Senator Bill Stone traveled to the Denver convention in the private car of a railroad magnate. He favors dealings with wealthy corporate interests, a pattern that has yielded him lucrative gains in the past. Stone and similar Democratic leaders advocate reform while maintaining close ties to powerful business interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Stone
Denver
Stone
Silence Over Bryan Echoes Through Conventions
The writer mocks Democratic hype about carrying the nation for Bryan, recalling 1896 and 1900 results. It argues voters choose officials with calm deliberation between conventions and Election Day, and that electors move away from parties offering only noise. The piece laments the temporary rhetorical flourish of party enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Political take on party tickets and platform
The piece argues the Democratic ticket is satisfactory to favored readers, predicting an easy Republican victory. It notes Bryno’s past success at polls and questions the convention platform as a vote catching device lacking sincerity. It critiques the anti injunction plank as radical yet ambiguous and irresolute, failing to fully appease labor factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryno
Gompers
Platform Critique Highlights Tariff and Campaign Funding
The platform demands immediate tariff revision to open the home market to foreign producers while masking true aims. It calls for publicizing campaign contributions yet accuses Democrats of dark funding and pork barrel deals. The remainder reportedly holds little material consequence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
National Treasury
Bevan Seeks Favors From Tammany in Lincoln Meeting
The piece argues Bevan seeks Tammany support as Bryan and Murphy pose in Lincoln. It cites Human Life on Louie the Lump’s ties to Kid Twist and Monk Eastman, claiming Tammany hides crime for votes. It contrasts Tammany protection with Chicago’s political noise and denounces Roosevelt and Taft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bevan
Tammany
Lincoln
Denver
Bryan
Boss Murphy
Mr. Bryan
Louie
Lump
Ocean Avenue
Coney
Kid Twist
Louie the
Kid ‘Twist
Twist
Monk Eastman Gang
Five Point Association
New York City
New Mexico
Arizona
Lovie
Tammany Hall
Central Office
New York
East Side
Noto
Odd Fellows
The Championship of Bedlam Quick Run Record
The piece notes a new department for sport records highlighting endurance feats across disciplines. It reports that all records were broken yet again and credits the Democratic convention in Denver for holding the Bedlamite belt with a time of one hour and 28 minutes, contrasting with the Republican performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Republicans Adopt Publicity Rule for Campaign Funds
The article reports that Republicans moved to publicize campaign expenses by appointing George R. Sheldon as national treasurer after Bliss resigned. It notes Sheldon, a New York resident, will be required by state law to publicly account for campaign spending, signaling a push for transparency ahead of Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bliss
George R. Sheldon
New York
National Party
St. Louis Times
Missouri's Old Guard in bitter factional feud
Missouri Democrats face a growing internal rift as the old guard battles a reform intruder who became governor and now seeks a senate seat. A near clash in the Denver delegation signals deeper splits as state primaries and campaigns loom, drawing sharp lines between factions. The Republicans watch the infighting with interest but no surprise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Old Guard
Missouri
Old Guard
Denver
Reynolds for Judge of St. Louis Court of Appeals
The Globe-Democrat endorses George D. Reynolds for the St. Louis Court of Appeals noting his long practical experience as a lawyer and businessman. It argues his courtroom and office work will aid swift, informed decisions and reduce delay from lengthy, outdated opinions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
George D. Reynolds
Hakoows
Chiat
Lhoy
End of the stenographer era heralded by new office tech
A Pittsburgh Dispatch report notes a Broadway exhibit of a phonograph telegraph device that lets office customers dictate letters by phone. The central office records the speech on a steel disc and a typist later types the letter for delivery. The system promises centralized letterhead services without needing visible stenographers in the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadway
Central Ofice
Miucline
Pittsburg Dispatch
Sun Baths Cure Rheumatism Health Diet Hint
The health dictum urges sun baths for wellbeing with advice to use sheltered yards or porches. It recommends minimal clothing to expose skin, hair let down, and exercises in an airy costume. It cites an open air institution in Germany reporting cures for rheumatism neuralgia and nervous weakness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Local Journal Ad Offers Letterhead Paper and Printing
A quaint classified style note promotes subscribing to a journal at a low yearly rate. It claims a fresh paper supply and offers to print letters heads, envelopes, cards, and bills in a bold rat-tail style, inviting readers to try their price.
Political candidate announcements for county offices
Public notices authorize multiple candidates from towns including Potosi Breton Belgrade Harmony and Mineral Point for offices such as Representative Prosecuting Attorney County Treasurer Sheriff Assessor Judge of the County Court and Justice of the Peace. each subject to Republican primary decisions. Names include Marion E Rhodes G Nipper Norman F Robinson Lawrence W Casey W Yount Firmin Robinson Phil C Evens J J Maxwell Henry L Smith Chas G Smith Geo W Seabourne Thom H B Paul Jeremian L Postlewait O F Weal Thomas Day and El Hutchings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion E. Rhodes
Potosi
G. Nipper
Norman F. Robinson
Lawrence W. Casey
Sheri
Firmin Robinson
Concord Township
Phil, C. Evens
Mineral Fliot
J. J. Maxwell
Belgrade
Henry L. Smith
Liberty Township
Chas. G. Smith
Ofice of
EO. W. Seabourkne
Belgrade Township
Tuos
H. B Paul
Asion Township
Jeremianl Postlewait
M.neral Morat
Ofce
First District
O. F. Weal
Minegal Point
Thomas Day
Mineral Point
Hk. EL. Hutchings
Republian
Office of Justice of the Peace
Harmony Township
Dean's Kidney Pills touted as cure in Potosi notice
An advertisement from Potosi readers endorses Dean's Kidney Pills as the first remedy suitable for urinary trouble, diabetes, and kidney weakness. It claims relief from irregular kidney action and nervous weakness, touting testimonials from local residents and noting New York agents for distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rackadibe
Dean
Potosi
Mary Carrigan
Securitos
Tle
Gonad and Dieet Gael
Posier-Stilitien Ch
Vriate
New York
Sacle
United States
Hemewber
Dues -Weed
Ollie
Docket of probate settlements for August term in Washington County
A docket lists final and annual settlements due from executors administrators guardians and curators at the August term starting Monday August 10. Names include Patrick Murphy Morgan J Casey A F Phares H Hawkins Norman K White John Long William Contleman Edward T Eversole Frank R Eversole Mary Thebeau Samuel M Carter William T Heater Jessie L Eaton Charles E Summers John J Parkins M E Riedes James A Tens and James A Henderson. State confirms accuracy of the copy with seal and signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
A. DL Lye
Patrick Murphy
Mary Allen
Morgan J. Casey
John Casey
A. F. Phares
Fred L. Phares
H. Hawkins
F. M. Sivas
Norman Kk. White
Mary V. White
John ©. Long
William White
William Contleman
Clara Courlieman
Edward T. Eversole
Henry N. Eversole
Frank R. Eversole
Edward ‘Iy. Eversole
Tuth Eversole
Mary Thebeau
Tuth A. Thebeau
Charles E. Summers
Trullie Anthony
James A. Shields
Chas
J. Collins
M. E. Riedes
Joseph William Mosier
Ancual
Entlemeut
John W. Jerryman
Jermine C. Terryman
Rcal
State of Missouri
Washington
James A. Tens
James A. Henson
Crystal City plate glass works closes and jobs lost
A factory in Crystal City suspends operations for an indefinite period, throwing between 1200 and 1500 workers out of work. The closure is blamed on rising prices and inability to pay dividends on watered stock, reflecting broader Republican prosperity rhetoric and economic strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fredericktown Democrat-News
Crystal City Plate Glass Company
de Soto Republican
Crystal City Plate
Westu
Pointed Paragraphs: Odd Sayings Mix Wit and Wisdom
A Chicago News fragment presents a collage of pithy aphorisms on wealth taxes work loneliness and social quirks. It playfully notes the folly of pessimists and the persistence of excuses while offering brisk quips about cooking judging associates and the inevitability of fresh faces under the sun.
Engines to it Larvest Field in Vest County harvest
Farmers in Vest County this year face wheat harvest delays as engines replace horse power. Several planters have mounted binder mechanisms on tractors with pulley systems to operate the machinery, reducing horse labor and increasing daily grain cut compared with the old method where horses pulled the machines. The arrangement appears satisfactory and promises more efficient harvesting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smail Gasiisas
Lates
Democrat
Advocates public branding of murderers in debate
A speaker argues for immediate public branding of criminals as punishment. He condemns life imprisonment as costly and ineffective, proposing a red hot branding on the forehead and public display to deter further crimes. He imagines the mark as a lifelong reminder of guilt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beng
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Kern
Taft
Sherman
Bryan and Tammany
Chicago
Bannera
Roosevelt
Post-Dispatch
Bedlam
Globe- Democrat
Goodby
G. F. Patterson
Breton Township
Wee
Co. W. Yount
Nlarmony Township
Shariff
FOR Justice OF the Peace
Bank O Rotosi
C. D. Smith
T. EK. M. Bust
I. B., Headlee
B. B. Smith
Board OF Directors
D. Smith
H.L. White
P. G. Higginbotham
L. W. Casey, E. M. Bust
Casey & Guyton
Undertaezeers
Probate
Timil
Chicengu
Larvest Field
Murderera
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