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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
2
A Michigan man asserts locating his hat at a subterranean depth of five miles while philosophers argue it is more antique to carry one under a hat. The exchange highlights differing views on unusual storage myths and personal gear.
A telegraph quotes Lord Kitchener noting a British convoy loss last week where mules caused a noisy alarm but reinforcement arrived late. The Missouri animal, described as doing his level best, was the first to respond under the circumstances.
The state department informs President Tintler of Columbia University New York that Minister Conger dispatches the Chinese plan to donate a fine library of 6000 variable books to Columbia, which has recently established a chair of Chinese.
The Dulcarian brigands who captured Miss Stone demonstrated expert skill in evading pursuit negotiating ransom and leaving captives bewildered about their location and past actions. Their methods reveal a practiced approach to kidnapping and bargaining that contrasted with conventional morals.
The Missouri River Power Company completed the largest and longest electricity transmission line. It runs 65 miles from the Missouri River dam to Butte Montana, crossing the Neochv mountains at about 7,200 feet and a spur of the main range at a similar altitude.
A magazine writer argues human senses are inadequate noting the ear misses much and a microphone makes tiny sounds like a fly’s tread resemble cavalry. The piece suggests artificial aids can alter perception and diminish simple pleasures.
The University of Chicago students know the theory about a daily allowance of precise quantity and quality of food, but they are very hungry. Figures claiming contentment do not ease their genuine hunger or settle the conflict between theory and fact.
A parliamentary paper lauds the American mule as "the best received from any source," but the writer here argues the mule is useful and ancient in many trades yet not good. He asserts plainly that the animal remains a mule and should not be described as good.
Signor Marconi’s latest wireless transmission travels 1551.5 miles, shattering previous records and highlighting wireless telegraphy as a practical commercial venture. It may not solve transatlantic messages, but proves the system could supplant cable for short marine telegraphy.
The census bureau bulletin notes cross regional movement in recent years with many southerners moving north and more northerners settling in the south. In 1000 there were 958,974 whites born in the south living in the north, while in 1900 northern-born residents in the south numbered 1,022,776, up 61 percent in the decade.
In a parliament windup on the Alaskan boundary, Mr. Gourlay, Nova Scotia MP, warned that if war with the Yankees were necessary Canada would fight within 24 hours and, in six months, seize and annex their capital. He warned that someday Canada might be annexed to the United States, portraying Gourlay as a possible “Yankee.”
The article argues that Spain, though troubled by crises and potential revolutions, is unlikely to suffer serious damage. It notes the world’s view that the dynasty remains secure, Carlism is discredited, and anarchists lack power. Alfonso XIII is expected to be crowned.
London reports Gen. Methuen with 1000 troops attacked by Gen. Delarey near Winburg and Lichtenburg. Methuen wounded in thigh, four British guns captured, one officer and 200 men missing. Delarey captured Methuen and holds him as prisoner. reports list British casualties and missing personnel.
London dispatch details Gen Methuen's capture after a mobile clash near Lichtenburg. Reports say he and Maj Paris were overwhelmed by Boer forces as Delarey pursued and engaged Kon-Tulm. Paris reportedly surrendered. Methuen wounded and held in Boer camp. later dispatches describe troop movements and prior service history.
The passage credits General Methuen with efficient service and several notable successes against the Boers, noting his health questions were resolved and his leadership praised, culminating in his effective conduct during the campaign.
London reports Delarey wins a second decisive Boer victory in a fortnight. Methuen suffers severe injuries, including a fractured thigh, as Boers wearing British uniforms disrupt British columns. British forces, including Northumberland Fusiliers and Lancashires, rally to defend wagons under heavy fire.
Berlin reports a settlement terms under secrecy. Germany sees the deal as satisfactory while Venezuela appears to acquiesce without direct threats or ultimatums. The German squadron disperses from La Guayra with Vineta ordered to Colombia Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Gazelle remains at La Guayra and Falke moves up the Amazon.
In Panama and Colombia on March 11 the government general Castro led forces to Agua Dulce last December to strike revolutionary chief Lorenzo. Revolutionary general Herrera landed at Tenosi and, aided by a fleet disruption, attacked Agua Dulce February 20. Castro resisted four days, likely short of ammunition, then withdrew. Government reports say about 700 revolutionaries were killed or wounded in the engagements.
Fayette citizens pursue a new railroad. Monroe county votes 10000 bonds for a jail in California. Thompkinsville to join Moberly and Mexico by electric line 40 miles at 125000 cost. Boonville gains a new republican paper, six total. Deaths include Rev R A Austin and Emma Early. Major fires destroy Palmer box and stave plant at Poplar Bluff.
Missouri Republicans select June 24 for the nominating convention at Jefferson City, July 15 for Joplin judicial, and March 10 for St. Louis. Jefferson City won on the sixth ballot, Joplin on the first. Democrats set July 5 and July 22 for Springfield and St. Joseph. Delegates total 1,049 for nominating and 630 for judicial. Acclaim for Akins and party unity marked the gathering. other items note Cunard ship Etruria delays, Meteor yacht commission, and local incidents from Texas to Alabama.
South Africa hosts ostrich farms with over 300000 birds. Former Speaker Thomas B Reed is highlighted as a sought after after dinner speaker. John R Milburn of Buffalo, a prominent Democrat, is noted as a potential New York governor candidate linked to President McKinley’s death aftermath. Frederick O MacCartney of Rockland Mass, a 19th century gun advocate, was elected on the Sunday fishing issue and has pushed a bill to allow fishing on the Lord's day, which has failed for the third time.
Mrs Sarah A Shrode of Stendal Indiana reports kidney and bladder relief after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. She says nine boxes cured her and urges other women with kidney bladder ailments to try the remedy, claiming strong results for female weakness and bladder disease.
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