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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1916
Page
1
A garbled mix of economic forecasts and political notes outlines expectations for higher sugar and gasoline prices, looming presidential nomination in Chicago, and Missouri civic plans. Reports mention a postal robbery case, Prohibition era debates, and battles over rural school funding with scattered references to tariffs, roads, and U.S. troop deployment.
A commentary critiques Colonel Roosevelt for overzealous rhetoric and urges the Republican Party to craft its own Chicago platform independent of Wilsonian influence. It dismisses preparedness parades as frivolous and argues voters must deliver clear national safety intent at the ballot box, noting James J. Hill’s death and wealth concerns amid broader critiques of monopoly and tariff policy.
The readable portion references Democratic and Republican party presence and mentions a claim of 4.00 million people in a coup context. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the fragment suggests discussion of party support and potential win confidence.
The text underscores a strong call for a strictly America first stance in foreign affairs amid rising European tensions. It suggests avoiding viceroyal influence and emphasizes independence from nonessential entanglements as a core policy preference.
The speaker derides the Democrats for abandoning their platform and predicts blame for any revived prosperity will fall on them. The critic blasts Celene for a recent St Louis address, claiming it damaged public trust and revealed a deteriorating grasp of events.
A reflective piece notes how the mind resists tasks as nature turns lethargic. It observes widespread weariness and suggests seeking mental awakening and spiritual inspiration to rekindle life and energize labor.
The passage of large quantities of Red Cross hospital supplies to the Teutonic powers was blocked at New York port due to Britain's refusal to comment. Tons of hospital stores sit at Brooklym docks, likely to remain shelved. Premier Asquith praised the United States for its relief efforts in Belgium, led by Hoover and the Americas Commission.
The article previews the Chautauqua program led by Walt Holcomb of Nashville Tenn famed as "The Segih's Greatest Evangelist" who will headline the opening night alongside Rev Sam F Jones era campaigns. Holcomb will present a lecture titled The Maree Race and is expected to draw large crowds to this community event.
Mrs. Florence H. Suckling discusses humane training of war horses, noting gentleness prevents trouble in battle. She cites troops learning kindness in training, and claims cooler horses reflect well on riders, with inquiries into rider temper guiding horse purchases.
It Can't Be Done, Young man, there is one thing you cannot do. You cannot make success in life unless you work. Older men than you have tried and failed. You must learn a trade or get into an honest business. If you don't yes will become a chronic leafer. There is no place in the world for leafers. The ripe fruit is at the top of the tree and you must climb it or some smart man will pluck it from you. Do something no matter how small or how low the wages. It will be in starter. Help yourself and others will help you. There is no royal road to success. Will, effort and endorsements are the qualities that led to it.
A fragmented monologue declares ruthless might and vast destruction. The speaker boasts of crushing foes, stealing from the state, and spreading fear across factories and cities, warning readers of a ruthless enemy who brings degradation and death.
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