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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
1
Readers call for a U.S. senator from Missouri to run for governor in a race free from alleged gumshoe and egg-sucking reputations. The piece favors a candidate with a spotless public image to challenge Candidate Sple in the Democratic primary.
The editor of the Bismarc's Gazette appears new to the trade and struggles to separate editorial commentary from straight news in current coverage.
The Democratic State Committee chairman uses his speech to denounce an alleged old gang within the party. Republicans have long claimed the faction exists and he affirms the confrontation in his address.
The Missouri Democratic scene shows general discord with a prevailing impression that reform efforts will be expelled from leadership. Reform and the party appear unable to fraternize as the old guard aims to retain control.
Wall Street grows less convinced the President is crazy signaling a shift in the financial mood after last fall’s turmoil, with the market blaming the era’s craze more than the President for the crisis.
Marie Henry Watterson argues Bryan is the only Democrat with a real chance, while many Democrats doubt Bryan’s electability. History suggests those doubters may have the stronger case.
With only about four weeks left candidates must file declarations of candidacy to appear on the upcoming primary election ballot under the new law. Delays could bar names from the ballot if deadlines are missed.
Citizens argue against saloons near homes, churches, or schools and near businesses. They contend a saloon’s presence harms moral surroundings and question why such establishments should exist if they cannot coexist with respected places and people.
Attorney General Hadley declares his readiness to be the Republican candidate, lifting party prospects for winning Missouri next November. The move dampens Democratic hopes as independent voters favor proven public leaders, suggesting Folk could have won four years ago and Hadley may do so this year.
President B F Yoakum of the Frisco Rock Island Systems spoke at a St Louis banquet saying the time is ripe to rest from restrictive legislation while praising President Roosevelt. He implied a need for a "big broad gauge" president to suit railroad business needs and smoother operation.
The passage argues that the Youkums exploited millions and trampled morals, prompting public demand for change. It questions where President Roosevelt stood at the climax and warns against losing control of honest business while opposing interference by the Youkum-led sector.
The piece weighs tariff policy in the United States with Republicans backing protective measures for wages and industry while opposing protectionist planks like Denver's. It cites Cobdenism linked to Bryan, notes England's shift toward protection amid German competition, and quotes Senator Knox on re examining tariffs to fit current needs, urging balance to encourage capital, labor, and home production.
The Globe Democrat argues that the enemy of protection remains and urges all businessmen, artisans and capitalists alike, to vote with this understanding, framing the ballot as a defense of protection.
The notice argues Hadley will enter the August 23 Republican gubernatorial contest, appealing to both parties. It stresses his health and popularity, urging Democrats to nominate a clean leader free of old gang ties to win in November, while praising the Globe-Democrat and advertising subscriptions and the paper’s special offers.
The article notes Audubon's early misfit with business after a 1910 Kentucky whisky and groceries keel boat voyage to Ste Genevieve. The firm Audubon & Rozier opened a store, but Audubon preferred woodlands to counters, leading to dissolution and his shift to naturalist work.
A quotation from Diaries 11 in the Metropolitan Magazine urges that every man and woman must perform muscular work or exercise or face early death. It cautions that neglecting to exercise other muscle groups leads to disproportion and disease, noting a carrier who uses nearly all muscles daily gains strength and honors before fatigue.
A wedding occurred at The Little Church Across The Street with an organist ready to play Mendelssohn as the ceremony unfolded. The whispered remark about prior marriages caused a dramatic tonal shift to Gr flat, ending with a flourish and reference to a 29th Street issue of Todsy Success Magazine.
Administraton sale ordered by Prolite Court of Washington County Missouri to settle the estate of Sarah A. Luke. The sale will occur May 11 at the front door of the county courthouse in Potash during Probate Court session. Real estate and interest of the deceased will be offered to public bid.
Mr EB Humphrey of Pike County endorses King’s New Discovery for coughs and chest relief. The ad mentions a promotion at S F Dhunan’s drug store with a free bottle offer and a money back guarantee.
Silk gloves rot quickly at the hanger ends. Hang them to dry with the tips up by laying each glove on a cloth and hanging cloth with the glove arm down. This technique draws water from the least worn parts and protects the fingertips from wear and water damage.
Announcements list candidates from Harmony Belgrade Liberty and Mineral Point for sheriff assessor county judge and justice of the peace, all subject to Republican voters decision in the general primary, with names including Co. W Yount J T Maxwell Henry L Smith Chas G Smith S C Payne EO W Seabourne Thomas Day and B E Hutchings.
Probate Court of Washington County schedules final and annual settlements for executors administrators guardians and curators. The May term begins on the second Monday in May with day by day listings including Charles Barron Gee Loomis A TL Morrison James M Metcalf and D A Saltinan Gabriel Barron W B Reisey Cynthia Manlie Wood NoeIlcutt John Compton A J Key Geo L Wilson Jen O Wilson Norman UW White A F Casey Ada L T Patrick Murphy Sarah L Amonett Hoplawkins A M Hews Ajorwan J Casey W T Hunier and others with final and annual settlements in the probate docket. The judge James A Lions certifies the copy under the seal of the court.
Notice publishes intent to claim land in Springtied Missouri by Jacuu Yount of Adam Missouri for a land claim under New York statutes. The document lists witnesses Amirew L. Jotioson and William Etoir among others and notes a public filing and prospective adjudication on a date in May.
Irondale reports William McKinney opens a teachers training school with seventeen students. Walter Schmaltz visited St. Louis, Mrs. A. Tyler of Potosi builds a four room house near Irondale Bank. John Terrell runs Westside Hotel at Bismarck and bought chickens in Irondale. Capt. J. Bennett visits former Caledonia area. Prof. Randall moved to Hopewell to teach next term. Robinson leads Sunday school fishing trip on Big River. Bertha Robincoga visits sister Ed Tetley at Oak Ridge. Rev. Alex Robinson preached to a large congregation. Flo to conduct meetings there all week. Local ad for Dr Kings New Life Pills praised by Cedar View merchant Stewart. Company guarantees drug’s value.
Weather troubles affect farming with scattered incidents around Belgrade. Miss Bessie Wiley and Grace Turner noted on school and travels, while Frank Hayes faces serious trouble after a dog bite incident. Horton visited St Francois mines, locals attend a negro mastrel show at Sunlight, and Rockwit post office now Peoria Sunlight.
Charles J Budabo of Dracy California recalls the luckiest dig of his life after buying a box of Bucklin's Arr bitamalve at Thuriau's drug store. He says it cured a boy with a cate of lehing piles after years of trouble and failed treatments.
Land Office records at Springfield Missouri notify Andrew L Johnson of Atm Missouri of intent to make five year proof for Homestead No. 156 filed February 17 1903 located in the northeast quarter of section 4 township 6 range 4 and that proof will be presented before the Probate Court Judge at Potosi Missouri on Tuesday May 18 19 28. Names witnesses listed: W L Folbone, W J Yount, William Bosir, John Blair of Adam Missouri and Nornas R Reais of Poin t Wa.
A garbled reminiscence recounts witnessing wickedness from the slums to prisons, blaming societal neglect and urging readers to take responsibility for reform. The speaker laments corruption and calls for heavier moral accountability amid urban decay.
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