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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1906
Page
1
Christian Scientists dedicate a new church building valued at 2,000,000 in Boston. The piece notes high wages in religious feddism, calls for Republicans to claim a surplus by June 30, and criticizes farming adulteration of clover seed and eggs as the era's “progressiveness.”
The Oklahoma statehood bill has passed Congress and become law, with our congressman voting in favor. Mr. Rhodes' opponents must seek a new grievance as their 20 urgent objections against him are resolved.
The Standard Oil company faces no defense in Ohio proceedings kept in contempt. In Missouri, the attorney general fights to bring the company to task, yet officers display continued contempt. The piece argues law favors the wealthy, applying harsher penalties to individuals who steal small sums than to corporate magnates who extort millions.
Citizens in St Louis approved an extra bonded debt of a little over 11 million dollars. Officials expect about two thirds to be properly used while the remainder may be diverted by graft. The public will bear the burden though many projects will not aid the poor districts where working people live.
The piece argues that many Democrats oppose liquor traffic but that Governor Folk’s lid policy has alienated him from the party. It asserts Folk owed his election to Republicans and claims Democratic forces closely align with saloons, with Democratic journals failing to denounce this connection.
The piece alleges a packing house combine will wage war on Republican congressional nominees this year to push closer scrutiny of packing methods. It hints that Standard Oil and other trusts may join packers in opposing Republican national control, asking whose interests the trusts serve beyond their own.
The piece argues trusts back Democratic candidates to block Republican regulation and control. It claims the Democratic party would protect trust interests against the people’s welfare and questions the party’s anti trust pretensions. It asserts trusts seek Democratic aid to thwart stricter laws.
A historical reflection notes a shift in the Democratic party with goldbug conservatives gaining influence, Bryan's diminishing authority, and Parker era loyalists sidelined. It observes leaders like David R. Francis and Henry Waterson joining the party’s wagon while Bryanites retreat, fearing deeper divisions and a move toward Hearst-aligned candidates in future campaigns.
The piece argues that both parties used money and whisky to win county elections, with Democrats acknowledging past tactics. It laments Republican alienation of loyal voters and notes grand jury inaction due to lack of self-incriminating testimony, urging Democrats to push for reform.
A fragment reflecting on meat packing in Packingtown. It suggests packers can fill all orders they can sell and cancel those they cannot, with a noted claim that some sausage meat is never touched by human hands.
A Republic cartoon comments on meatpacking culture with lines about packers, beer cans, and Shakespeare, noting shifts in slang and moral tone as it references the era of The Jungle and packinghouse realities. It mocks public myths and private practices behind the industry.
The Mohler Commission accuses Upton Sinclair of atrocious exaggeration, while critics say Dickens Isaiah and others exaggerated too. The piece defends reformers, noting the evils depicted were real and that exaggeration is a psychological effect that arouses action. It pins responsibility on beef packers for the conditions Sinclair exposed.
As Missouri’s Republican state committee chair Niedringhaus pledges energetic work to win in November he notes past election strength. He cites a 320000 GOP vote in 1904 and says Missouri has not voted Democratic in a presidential year since 1892 without fusion. The party is now organized by school districts and calls for immediate, vigorous effort to keep Missouri in the Republican column.
The Globe Democrat notes Republicans hold an advantage in steady growth, appealing to young veterans and newcomers to the state. The party is harmonious and urged to pursue first-class nominations and constant campaign activity.
The St. Louis Chronicle editorial argues Armour and allies waste effort blaming President Roosevelt for packers woes. It urges direct action to restore confidence through strict inspection and sanitary, modern facilities as seen at Chicago stockyards.
The Supreme Court in a Friday rehearing, per Judge Fox, ruled that members of fraternal organizations with insurance features who fail to comply with the organization’s rules forfeit benefits in a legal action. The extended insurance principle does not apply to benevolent groups, reversing Judge Marshall’s prior division No. 7 ruling. the decision could have endangered many state societies. The Reynolds County Outlook notes that county seat relocation talk hints at Novem ber results, warning against brick-based court house plans and potential tax hikes.
A Branchton Pennsylvania man in perfect health notes he once could not work or bend to tie his shoes. After using six bottles of Foley’s Kidney Cure he became a new man and praises the remedy with a toast to Foley’s Kidney Cure. City Dray Store.
A set of political candidate announcements for circuit clerk, county clerk, county treasurer, representative, presiding judge, county judge first district, prosecuting attorney, and probate judge. Names include Firmin Roderique, Fred Breckenridge, N F Robinson, Wm Schulz, Louis A Page, T H B Paul, William A Cooper, and James A Henson, all subject to Republican nomination.
A Livonia Missouri druggist cites testimonials from Grayville residents who recovered from consumption after using Dr King s New Discovery. The ad touts it as a guaranteed cough and cold remedy and throat and lung healer. 50 cents and 1 trial bottle free.
Harvest is here and reapers hum as Mr and Mrs Caleb Salders visit their son at Arco Branch over the weekend. Sam Patterson and family of Stringtown visit his sister Lettie Myers on Sunday. A daughter was born Saturday June 16 to the wife of Lee Hamby. Derickson of Potosi visits the family of Wm Kay on Sunday. Rose Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee writes a favorable testimonial for Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup to treat chronic constipation, noting it is a thorough practical remedy. City Drug Store.
In Washington County Missouri 1906 Circuit Court assigns Laura Van Lear as non resident defendant and orders publication for four weeks in the Potosi Journal to notify her of a marriage dissolution suit filed by James L. Van Lear on grounds of abandonment and remarriage since 1964 with August term set and response deadline. The clerk Isaac A. Letcher witnesses the order and seal.
Missouri Pacific and Iron Mountain Route announce summer tourist rates for Mexico California Colorado and Utah. Includes National Educational Association San Francisco trip July 9 13 sale June 25 July 7 final Sept 15 and Mexico City excursions from St Louis 51.23 53.25 etc with multiple dates and final limits. Also Elks Denver trip July 16 21 sale July 10 15 final Aug 20 1906 and Colorado Utah routes with $25 $35 round trips. Tickets valid June 1 September 30 1906.
A short advertisement claims deaths from appendicitis drop as the use of King’s New Life Pills rises. It promises relief from constipation and related illnesses, claiming strength and vigor follow each use and guarantees by S. S. F. Thurman Druggist. Try them.
The notice states a final return deadline of Oct 31 and directs readers to contact their local agent Daniel Delaney, agent in St Louis, for further information and to address Tray Pass Ag t.
Send one dollar for a year of Twice a Week Republic and Farm Progress to receive a sixteen color printed picture titled The Departure of the Bride from the home of Washington. The image features George Washington at his Virginia home bidding farewell, with ornate color work by Ferris. Subscriptions may be sent via money order or registered mail to The Republic, St. Louis, Missouri.
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