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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1913
Page
1
The State Utility Commission ordered Missouri railroads to stop issuing free passes under any pretext with the change effective July 31. The Kron ton Register quotes a line about landlordism and Single-Tax hatred, noting the Journal is no longer alone in the region in considering some merit to the single tax idea.
A St Louis woman kept her son home from a picnic claiming a hovering blackbird foretold misfortune. That day the boy was crushed by a wagon while roller skating, a fate she deemed a warning against superstition. If at the picnic he might have only a tummy ache, the tale argues superstition is foolish.
An editor faces libel proceedings after claiming Colonel Roosevelt is a drunkard. The dispute inflames his critics who say the incident shows moral sensitivity misapplied. The St Louis and San Francisco Railroad then faces receivership over a roughly two million dollar obligation, stirring talk of a possible financial scandal and insider wealth, with investigations promised into management.
The piece argues Republicans should rally despite Democratic power, noting lack of new policy since 1912 and criticizing private wealth concentration. It asserts public welfare requires wealth distribution for large projects like canals and flood control, defends saving, and claims true initiative rests in people, not capital. It condemns the current system as unjust and self serving.
The party governs not by broad voter support but by a temporary split among its opponents. It lacks a compelling policy that wins majority favor. To stay in power, it must offer new innovations that appeal to the electorate, or face continued infighting among opposing forces.
A Farmington Times editorial reveals anger in Missouri's Democratic circles at Governor Major's patronage. It states leaders refuse to appoint men who voted against Major and vows to reward only Major loyalists.
The Jackson Cash Book reports Governor Major criticizing his party foes and hinting that only supporters in the primary will receive appointments. The piece mocks his policy as vicious yet notes it risks harming party harmony. It mentions a potential minor appointee deterred by Majorite bias. Missouri Ruralist.
The Missouri State Press Association secretary compares editors and lawyers. He argues editors do more for a community weekly than lawyers do in a year, offering free labor to improve local conditions while lawyers seek fees and avoid open competition. The piece ends noting the divergence in lifestyle between the two professions.
Reports from principal U S cities say horse and mule use is not declining. Some eastern firms that switched to auto trucks decades ago are restocking with horses due to economic and practical advantages.
Legislature passes county resident hunter license law. Open seasons announced: Deer Nov 1 to Dec 31, Wild turkey Nov 1 to Dec 31, Squirrel July 1 to Nov 16, Quail Dec 1 to Dec 31, Ducks and geese Sept 13 to Apr 10, Doves Sept 1 to Dec 1. Quail shortened by one month and squirrel shorter by 22 days.
Federal Judge Van Valkenburg ruled Windsor Missouri merchants used grand gift drawings as lotteries. Livingston Tracing Company fined 100 for promoting such draws where shoppers received tickets and prizes varied from 20 dollar gold pieces to small items. The judge stressed lack of harm but upheld the law and warned towns must abandon the practice.
A scientist explains horses evolved to bolt or jump at sudden threats from plains predators, while donkeys descended from hill dwellers faced ledges and cliffs, favoring caution. The result is horses are quick to startle whereas donkeys moved slowly to avoid dangers.
To-Day's Magazine proclaims itself the largest best edited magazine at five cents per copy through dealers. It invites every lady who values a quality periodical to request a free sample and premium catalog, mailing address given as Canton, Ohio.
When a person has nervex, rest and quiet are the best remedy. Light candy, a pleasant doctor, not too many novels a day, reasonable homely activity, agreeable society, and unlimited sympathy supplement the treatment.
On Saturday June 11 1913 a public sale will offer items including two abstract plants two safes and office furniture at the courthouse front door starting at 1 pm. Chattel mortgage secures a four thousand dollar note with accrued interest. Sale by James A Shields administrator of the estate of James A Shields Sr. deceased.
An advertisement states back pain is due to rheumatism and recommends Chamberlain's Liniment as best treatment, noting it is sold by all dealers.
Beginning next according to state convention, 20 000 teachers will halt scholastic work to push better farming methods in Missouri. County superintendents notified non progressive farmers of the plan aiming to study horticulture, soil prep and crop rotation. A Desiat spelling contest is moved to next year with time devoted to agricultural study and a Sedatia fair featuring a county boy. elimination tests select participants. An advisory note suggests Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets improve digestion and appetite.
Fourth class postmasters must read compute money received and write decently. Applicants over 71 must reside in the service area and pass Civil Service exams. Eligibility excludes the insane, ex-convicts, discipline discharges, or a tendency to drink. Exams are concrete to test business capacity.
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