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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1913
Page
1
The note compares current strike coverage to late 19th century reprints, mentioning Missouri enacting a nursery law covering fruit trees while mothers retain control of the cradle. It mocks ongoing political cultivation in Washington and hints at summer crops of political actions.
The speaker recalls anticipating a heated political season after the Democratic party’s win last fall and notes the summer has proven even hotter than expected, reflecting on increased tensions and public reaction.
The piece applauds a new era of Democratic economy in Washington. It highlights Secretary of State Bryan carrying his noonday lunch in a basket and jokes about wrapping meals in old newspapers rather than using a basket.
The Supreme Court sustained the Missouri two-cent passenger rate law but may have left a defect railroads can exploit to challenge enforcement. The decision invites continued legal fights as railroads seek to avoid the discriminatory aspects in favor of weaker roads.
The clergy leader predicts a future class war rivaling the Civil War, sparked by capitalism to preserve white labor oppression. He argues widespread labor dependence, recent mine incidents, and asserts only public ownership of central industries and distribution can avert white slavery, though capitalism unlikely to yield peacefully.
The piece argues that monopolistic oil firms such as Standard Oil reap large dividends on essential fuel, inflating capitalization and placing private tax burdens on consumers. It claims 40 to 50 percent, up to 100 percent annual dividends, totaling hundreds of billions, and warns the public about rising costs from corporate profits.
A fragmentary plea questions private taxation used to enrich individuals and calls for curb on burdens. It urges water quality actions, stock claims, and honest business conduct, reflecting public demand for fair economic policies.
The Missouri legislature in 1907 cut passenger fares to three cents and freight rates on main lines, with the Supreme Court ruling the laws constitutional and valid. The delay stemmed from a federal judge in Iowa, prompting a public critique of McPherson of Iowa and calls to suspend enforcement until court review. The Star argues laws should be enforced despite doubt, to restore money unjustly taken and prevent ongoing penalties on people and businesses.
In a patchwork of civic worry and rural life, readers reflect on lawyers, insurance firms, and court oversight, while recalling Civil War veterans and harvest rhythms. The column blends debate on state governance with notes on farming, weather, reunions, and community events, all framed in a hometown voice.
A Missouri newspaper criticizes recent court rulings noting the Supreme Court found the new district road law unconstitutional and ponders the need for better pre enactment review to avoid futile plastering of statutes after passage. The writer urges the court to referee laws before they are passed to ensure constitutional compliance.
The article discusses the impact of unusually dry May and June on soil moisture and yields. It stresses that stopping cultivation after weeds are killed harms yields and promotes maintaining a healthy soil condition. Regular weekly soil stirring is advised to prevent deterioration.
A garbled local item recounts a rail journey with a collision or sudden stop near a depot. It mentions Cadet Poedewherrmorem and family figures, a conductor change at the Vall ey Line, and a casualty description. An endorsement for Chamberlain Liniment is included, with furniture sale notes and a testimonial.
A fragmented passage reflects on Lincoln wood problems, overwork and forgotten electivity. It mentions a higher standard, affordability of a luxary for a man, and contemplates costs to bring General Grant or others.
The text describes a convoluted process of soaking feathers in cold water, rinsing with a phrase Heil Wer, and drying in a wood oven. It mentions soaking times an hour or two and various handling steps, then placing the feathers in tissues and baking for drying.
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