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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1903
Page
1
The convicted burglars hope the Supreme Court will have no occasion to curtail its summer vacation. The remark hints at anticipation of a high court ruling affecting their schedule.
A conveyed remark notes Missouri has lagged Kentucky in election method efficiency yet praises that lethal killings have not accompanied these changes. The statement reflects concern over reform pace and public safety, urging mindful adaptation.
Joe Folk continues aggressive prose cutting and convicting boodlers, facing opposition from the ringster party that governs the state while his actions draw no commendation from them.
A reform order halts the use of birds in hat trimming to curb senseless slaughter of songbirds and inspectivorous species nearly driven to extinction by current fashion demands.
A Boston group suggests relocating southern Negroes to Boston to distribute them to the north and west. The plan is praised by some but fails to consider the strongest factor against it. The colored man will refuse to be scattered, as he regards the South as his home and will remain there.
The Postotiica Department in Washington faces a vigorous investigation by the administration. Guilty officials have been removed or indicted, and a prompt, non whitewashing response is urged to avoid discredit to the administration. The piece contrasts federal action with Missouri state officials who escape punishment for similar misconduct.
The writer details travel from Bonne Terre to Huntington and Owl Creek in Sec 33 two. 37 4 east. He notes switchbacks add distance, mining activity by St Joseph Lead Co and Desloge works, the 1300 ton mill near Hoffman shaft, and rail connections to Bonne Terre and Desloge. Desloge, Leadville, and St Francois stations mark the Flat River district, with the National plant and Derby mines described. The Federal plant near Farmington dominates, with a 110 foot water tank and a diamond drill seen.
A letter from Hopewell Mo dated May 27 1903 describes the Flat River district mines at Desloge and Elgins. It notes the railway stops for mining plants along the M R B T and Missouri Southern lines and states daily rock yields of 3500 to 4000 tons with about 10 percent concentrates yielding 50 percent metallic lead. The writer mentions visiting Doe Run and a thirty day tie ticket pass from Supt Jones.
An essay arguing Missouri Ozarks colonization via capital funded settlements. It proposes organized county partnerships buying unused lands near St Louis area counties, dividing into 100 acre frontages, building four room cottages, and selling 160 acre plots with clearings. Cites Mennonite settlements and similar ozark colonization efforts in Cumberland Mountains and Mexico as models. The author urges state adoption as a profitable, coordinated method.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch announces a series of Special Articles by a staff correspondent traveling Missouri. Human interest studies will be gathered and republished, offering literary, entertaining and informative content. Public can arrange delivery by mail or news agent, and articles are urged to be clipped for permanent preservation.
Letters testamentary granted by the Probate Court in March 1993 to Many F bree as executrix for John P. Hinge in the estate. Claimants must present claims within one year for allowance or risk preclusion, and within two years to avoid permanent barring.
In the circuit court of Washington County Missouri Henry A Godat and others sue Augustus Godat Rosa Godat Dora Moore and others for partition of land described by surveys Lot 1 Lot 2 and several tracts totaling about 439 no 100 acres including portions of surveys 1357 1557 and 1857 with a graveyard exception The defendants Susan J Simonis Eva J Mershon and Jeff Mershon must appear at the next August term beginning August 24 1903 in Potosi otherwise the petition will be confessed Publication to run in Potosi Journal for four consecutive weeks ending at least fifteen days before the first day of the August term Isaac A Leterer Circuit Clerk true copy from the record May 11 1903.
Wanted several industrious persons in each state to travel for house established eleven years and with large capital to sell wool merchants and agents for profitable line. Permanent employment with weekly cost of living plus salary and travel expenses advanced. Experience not essential. Mention reference and self‑addressed envelope. The National, 34 Dearborn St. Chicago.
California studies show a potential annual output of about 650 000 acre feet from three watersheds. Stored or pumped water could irrigate land and power plants, supporting 100 000 more people and boosting farm values by around 20 million dollars.
A recent scientific note argues that many animals possess senses beyond those previously accepted. The author contends that living beings may perceive stimuli beyond what humans can, challenging long held beliefs about animal perception.
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