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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
1
The article gauges political moves around Mr. Bryan and Mr. Wilson, critiques domestic policy, and notes Missouri counties moving toward wet and dry statuses. It discusses Lusitania diplomacy and asks if inflation stems from European gun events or Wilson policy.
A wartime style note reports a $17,000 contract to supply only projectiles for a Ute treatment program. The statement critiques the plan as incongruent with right thinking, reflecting public sentiment over wartime procurement.
A draft note suggests President Wilson signals that while not ending the war, he may seek stronger German concessions if the Walters do not heed his demands. The communication implies potential further action if necessary.
A garbled note suggests per capita liquor consumption figures for the past year, with references to expected consumption and possible discrepancies. The fragment mentions general statistics and an implied surplus taken by others, but lacks clear names places or dates.
Clergy weigh newspaper advertising as a tool to draw worshippers and spread church reach. Businessmen should heed the idea, since an effective ad can convert a sinner into a customer and expand community influence.
The report claims the President plans an embargo on arms and ammunition to Mexico while not restricting deliveries to Europe. The remark underscores debates on consistent policy amid global tensions and prompts focus on administration stance.
A few weeks before, the DeSoto Republican criticized Millsboro papers for reporting jailbreaks, but when a DeSoto bank with deposits above 120000 closed its doors and prompted depositor fears over recovery, the De Soto papers did not publish any coverage.
The Globe Democrat comments on Bryan resignation remarks, arguing that citizens must not suppress private opinions even when opposed to government power. It warns if every private view were silenced, America would become a subject nation. enduring belief fuels unity and progress, as past battles show.
A fragmented excerpt shows a person asserting sole authority over beliefs, resisting external influence. The speaker insists no one else may override their own opinions or enforce another’s views, underscoring individual liberty in thought.
The piece argues Aly. Thrysan as the true opponent of humanity in U S German policy, praising Secretary of State for courage and consistency. It criticizes the President for force-based methods and accuses American arms shipments of fueling German aggression, urging a first step toward a genuine peace stance.
Farmers are invited to attend the Chautauqua with emphasis on value and shared costs. The notice explains tickets cost money but are affordable, urges participation, and invites readers to discuss season tickets with local business leaders.
A Missouri bulletin by Manley Hudson argues land title in Missouri effectively rests with the state, not the holder, tracing tenure from English feudal law through Spanish rule to Missouri common law and suggesting a constitutional amendment to affirm private ownership with clear titles. The piece cites John Judson, historical shifts, and editorials on neutrality.
A fragment hints at debate over entering a war on humane grounds. References to public sentiment and Mr Evan suggest opposition to escalation and concern about participation in conflict. The passage conveys moral tension and caution amid looming hostilities.
A distracted speaker lists items associated with various countries noting sparrows and pronunciation from England, carp and Hessian cheese from Germany, fashion items from France, and political terms from Russia. The tone suggests satire on national labels and international stereotypes.
A clipped clipping critiqued a tiny strawberry short cake recipe printed on old fashion lines. The writer argues Missouri berries are large and plentiful, making the baking powder can top cake idea ridiculous. They praise grander portions with bowls of berries and Jersey cream.
Georgia uses convicts on road work earning maintenance costs and building public highways, while Alabama assigns convicts to farms and mines, yielding profits for private contractors and meager state support. The piece projects Georgia will have thousands of miles of good roads in twenty years, signaling the fruit of its system.
The article explains turpinite shells are effective only against enclosed spaces and pose high risks to civilians, requiring specially built guns. It notes they are unlikely to be used on open fields or with standard artillery, and questions if they would be employed if Germany invades and fortresses are bombarded.
Consul Hunter Sharp writes from Belfast that Ireland's 1914 wheat yield reached 758154 hundredweight while oats yielded 18081961 hundredweight and barley 3460018 hundredweight a British hundredweight of 112 pounds.
A mother recalls Civil War era thrift amid high prices caused by a European conflict. She describes making undergarments from salt bags, white skirts from their own, hard time suits for boys, calico dresses for women, and a shared spirit of resilience without complaint.
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