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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1917
Page
4
A garbled pane lists a lawyer name W A Cooper and insurance phrases, then rail and station directions for Mineral Point and St Louis, interwoven with fragmented scientific and mythic references to Goddess of Childbirth Artemis and bizarre medical anecdotes. The text mixes stray station times, place names, and invented terms with little coherent narrative.
A Potosi resident, Hacim W. Cool, claims kidney troubles and color changes were relieved after using Dean's Kidney Pills. The testimonial cites relief within days and notes the product was supplied by Milburn Co. from a local dealer.
Notice of a stockholders meeting held on June 6, 1917, at the bank’s office to elect directors for the ensuing year and address any other business that may properly come before the meeting.
An OCR fragment promotes a miracle cure product with claims of strong healing powers and a $100 guarantee. It mentions CHUNDT & CO, Tob 2H and promises relief for constipation and other ailments, urging readers to trust the patent medicine pitch and the advertised refunds.
A wintery local column lists family visits, school and church activities, deaths, and minor incidents. It mentions Mr. and Mrs. Hear Nlochtel visiting relatives, Misa Lillian Talmadge and Eiga Harele’s travels, mine accidents at Blat River, and local social groups, with broader town updates on education and civic affairs.
Fragmented report outlines a county court session canceled by emergency action with references to a task force, a panel of judges, and a hospital sale. Mentions a search for a lead prosecutor, audits, and a plan to auction property tied to a charitable or public sale at a hospital estate.
A historical notice describes a marriage ceremony held at the bride’s father’s home in Kaneda City. It notes the bride Flina Biount and groom meeting social rites, with attendants and witnesses from local circles. The article references a state party and community figures involved in planning and celebrating the nuptials.
Armage licensees in Kaness City listed with photographers Jannie and others. Details appear fragmented but identify issuing agency and names connected to the event.
A team led by Lorene Hartens and Raeke Didori faced a strong foe in a Piney event. The contest showcased their teamwork and skill as they pushed hard against a tough opponent.
The readable passages mention a family and personal loss, with references to a home, love and devotion, a father figure, and the impact of grief on relatives. The text is highly garbled, but centers on a narrative of sorrow and enduring memory through challenging times.
Fragmented OCR shows a county court proceeding with references to a top line machete case, valuation, bonds, and property actions. It mentions Bank of Vober and Gaol, a courthouse, elevator conditions, and pending appointments, with unclear names and dates.
Fragmented text lists many names and places with unclear meaning. The readable bits mention graduation, a mural Scheol, and numerous individuals such as Strasser, Spratt, and Lif, with scattered names and dates suggesting a local ceremony or event, though specifics are obscured by garbled OCR.
A garbled OCR fragment references Alabama and a hotel, with unclear names and details. The readable text is minimal and lacks a coherent event or clear entities. The piece reads as remnants of a local notice or column with no complete facts to summarize.
A garbled OCR passage mentions Dexuths from Cyclone Moe Gowtime and various oblique names and events. It appears to reference a political contest, social crowd, and scattered phrases about women, measurements, and a bid, but the text is largely unreadable and incoherent.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions a Wednesday event linked to Pople Hig and Drie Sie Wisibir Wielnesday. It references Be mir kh Wiedtnead by Josep Paths Movie pediahow and a Beaded Prag scene. Weather is briefly noted as light rain with mild temperatures.
The fragment describes damaged text about reconstruction and repairs, mentions an optician and a timber or wire service, and notes local home rebuilding efforts. It references a German war context, mentions a place likely in Missouri and ongoing wartime conditions affecting yields and protections.
A brief thank you card expresses heartfelt gratitude to friends and family for support and sympathy after a loss. It mentions San Agacomer and Chieons Witere Polit and ends with a personal sign-off wishing wellbeing. The message is garbled but conveys appreciation and communal support.
A detailed public notice in archaic prose outlines the appointment of executors and administrators under Missouri and Washington County authority. It lists the names of parties, the court, and official duties, along with deadlines for claims and procedures for probate.
A garbled note from Friday January 6 hints at a large mining venture involving Magnarite and brevittonet interests. The text mentions Sela Riapang Garr Cleat and a search for investors, with references to a steady average yield and top ecosystem impacts.
An unclear OCR passage mentions names and places in a dense historical style, hinting at political themes, republics, and social figures. It references a variety of terms like Winter Wittens, protortor, New Republic, and several scattered names, with no clear narrative or dates.
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