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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1905
Page
1
The text discusses an unsettled Germany France dispute over Morocco, mentions alleged fraudsters in Indian Territory, and reports a Texas Negro expressing relief at a 1000 year penitentiary sentence, suggesting a secured future.
The mile a minute timetable of the eastern railroads has caused a deadly train wreck. Critics say haste in operations costs lives and safety must come first.
The fall wheat outlook is seen as confirming farmers’ belief that providence prosperity and Republican rule are one and the same, reinforcing support for Republican policy in agricultural markets.
Railroad men in attempting to break all high speed records are apt to forget that a wheel flange, an inch and a half protection of iron, is all that stands between safety and wreck and death.
Senator Warner notes Missouri shows less staumpeding than other states and rejects the St. Louis Republic claim that Missouri Republicans are the d stud outfit.
A comment notes some German American citizens show little reverence for the Sabbath, instead using the day for a beer fueled gathering, urging a return to a higher observance and restraint.
An exposure shows a salary drawn at 25000 a year under the name of a man who has been dead and buried thirteen months, prompting calls for grand jury involvement to investigate Equitable insurance troubles.
The author questions state bank inspection failing to detect unsound banks early citing Salmon at Clinton. They argue inspectors must fully assess assets and resources. The piece likens a lid to covering, and notes Missouri laws aim at enforcing morality, questioning why Sunday closing laws lack true virtue.
John A. Lee a boodler and former lieutenant governor of Missouri is said to seek exemption from punishment in return for evidence against others tied to the boodle scandal. He may name men higher up, but questions remain on whether his testimony will be truthful or fully reliable.
A number of newspapers advocate a quiet Fourth of July to curb nerve-racking noise and curb the general celebration. Advocates press for reducing firecrackers and fireworks while preserving patriotic observance.
The piece argues that the Fourth of July celebration appeals to young people who seek noise and freedom. It frames fire arms and alcohol as incidental risks to personal liberty and warns adults may disapprove if privileges are curbed.
The article notes Philadelphia newspapers largely opposed the plot to steal the city gas plant, with only one exception being a weakly supportive gang organ. It argues that even subsidized papers do not wholly back schemes harming public resources, stressing that party lines bend before public welfare.
The article argues that Missouri politics shift toward Folk aligned appointees under Governor Folk. It notes Farmington insane asylum management changes with State Insurance Commissioner Vandiver involved. Vandiver had once declined a 1904 bid, hinting Folk may prepare him for 1908. Suspicion rises that Folk is shaping the field for Vandiver’s gubernatorial run.
The piece quotes John Skelton Williams on Thomas F. Ryan calling him an acquiring machine driven to get what others have. It situates the view amid critiques of Standard Oil, Tarbell, Lawson, and the Equitable scandal, probing trust in business leaders and the fate of commerce. Also promotes Ke-Go Tonic Lixative Syrup with local药店 listings.
The American Lead and Baryta Company announces a thirty day discount for all cash purchases. Mr F Blount states a 10 percent reduction on dry goods shoes hats and notions for every customer during the promotion period.
Sixteen million U S boys and girls attend public schools, a fifth of the population, with many more in private, business,Indian and college systems. The public school bill exceeds a quarter of a billion dollars, yet teacher pay remains disgracefully low. If education is valued, officials should raise teachers’ salaries. State Republican.
Mr John W Young of Lincoln Illinois relates a cold remedy trial in which Hart s Honey and Hoarhound cured his cough while another remedy failed for his wife The product is sold by F X Teasdale Potosi and J L Eaton Belgrade in 2 oz 50c and 1 0 0 bottles
In Washington county Missouri a 1905 order of publication warns defendant Lee Kugel that a suit on a promissory note for 39.86 with 6 percent interest accrual is filed. Attached property includes portions of sections in townships 35 to 40. publication in Potosi Journal for four weeks precedes August term.
A reckless stunt by Thee Aore Schueie of Columbus OL ends with a foot wound. Arnica salve by Tucklin’s heals quick, soothing the ache. 250 quack nostrum claim circulates about miraculous cures.
J H Hoard of Econ omical Drug Store Lincoln UK endorses Hart's Honey and Hoarhound as a top cough remedy. He notes its pleasant taste and lack of nauseating effects, praising its effectiveness for Croup Coughs Colds and whooping cough in children. Available in 29 cents and 100 bottle sizes through F X Teasdale Potosi and Dr J A Eaton Belgrade.
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