29 May 1901
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1901
Page
1
Reports that newly found Texas oil yields high quality lubricant oil. The spout era profits attract many investors. Meanwhile the Presbyterian Church of the north abandons belief in infant damnation and contemplates creed review.
Gen Funston says his trip to capture Aguinaldo left him on a snail diet but did not slow his progress. He notes the hardship, yet confirms the success of the operation.
In an off year political context, Republicans of the county are urged to solidify their stance and clear themselves of Democratic accusations that they can be bought by any individual who offers boodle.
Bryanites say the government abandoned the constitution and set on an imperial throne yet the traditional Fourth of July celebration will proceed with its former patriotic spirit.
The remark suggests that only when Missouri Democrats can grant Republicans a fair election law in first class cities and achieve just representation in Congress will their political actions regain a decent tendency.
The Independent has not persuaded Democratic county officials to accept a salary cut and is now pressing the Republican prosecuting attorney to add a hundred dollars a year to his pay.
The speaker asks how Democrats used school funds and seeks an explanation aligned with the party’s last state platform. The request Implies scrutiny of financial handling and political accountability within the Democratic organization.
A column argues against cutting legal printing costs for sheriff notices, noting such ads sell homes under deeds of trust or tax sales and urging compassion rather than reduced charges. The piece frames publishing notices as a charitable duty to those facing forced sales.
Missouri House Speaker Whitecotten announces candidacy for the 1904 governorship. His reputation for friendliness with the octopus raises speculation about strong odds for the Democratic nomination.
The Independent urges wage reform and accuses the editor of tapping Uncle Sam's funds, claiming he acts as Congressman Robb's private secretary while drawing one hundred dollars monthly. The piece calls for self reform before demanding changes elsewhere.
Ex Gouverneur Stephens argues the Missouri Democracy should convene again at Pertle Springs to fix its direct course. He says the Bourbon party needs honesty and fairness in its political methods to absorb essential principles.
It is reported that a Democratic daily paper is to be started in St. Louis soon with Wm J Bryan Ex Gov Stone and Chas H Jones as leading promoters. The note questions why the old Republic is no longer considered Democratic when local old time Democrats do not read other papers.
Donor concerns arise over how taxpayers funded official publication costs last fall with 25 payments. The inquiry notes unclear accounting and seeks clarity on whether subsidies or misallocated funds supported the print run.
The exchange challenges a billing decision by contrasting S279.85 with the Independent’s $40.40 higher charge. It asks officials to justify the method and explain to taxpayers how the lower figure was reached.
The county court should appropriate funds for a county products exhibit at the St Louis World's Fair and appoint a commission to oversee the collection. More time will improve the display, with selection of imperishable products to begin once the commission is named. Let’s move forward.
The De Soto Republican rebukes the Journal for saying taxpayers in Washington County receive a subsidized legal printing gift. It states it was never built to give public funds a special break and that they stopped such practice years ago.
The text argues that county Republican votes are unreliable and a Democratic county court could win. It also notes quietly filing away editions of a rival paper for future reference. It warns that letting anyone run the editorial page may conflict with business interests.
The piece argues South Carolina Senator McLaurin risks political ruin yet pursues a plan to end the Civil War era politics in the region. It praises the South's readiness for a modernization era while noting Bourbon faction control and predicts his efforts may fail but could seed lasting reform.
Ex governor W J Stone vented his views on the Democratic situation in Missouri saying an internal reorganization is forming in St Louis. He warned that outsiders aim to control party lines, committees, and conventions and noted a St Louis resolution effectively barred non Democrats from Democratic tickets. Stone remains noncommittal on a state or city convention and doubts Bryan will seek renomination unless party needs force it. He also questioned Mayor Wells's Democratic loyalty.
Mr Stone argues that voting along party lines reflects a belief in the party’s political stance and asserts that a non Democrat cannot be elected in Missouri. He predicts gold Democrats unlikely to upheave Missouri’s Democratic loyalty and cautions against Republican schemes while noting the silver issue may fade. He condemns protectionism and calls the Hill Johnson pairing curious, while pledging a Democrat will win the senate race. In a different note, William Ellis, a De Soto fireman, died after severe injuries from a Blackwell rail accident. his remains were buried at Blackwell after surgery and transfer to a St Louis hospital.
Fragmentary OCR lists names tied to Missouri and Mississippi places including Henry Bragg Old Mines Maggie Kourasaw Francis Pashea Racola Mary Kourasaw George McKinney Trondale and Alice Norton with unclear roles or context. lacks a cohesive event or notice to summarize.
Hopewell sees a fourth postmaster change in four years with Tl. ER Evans appointed as successor to T. A. Hlouse. Memorial Day events will be hosted with train stops at Mineral Point and Cadet to serve attendees, as Wendell parishioners prepare for services at Rock Spring church. Local editor notes favorable Memorial Day turnout anticipated with veterans in attendance and a sermon from Rev. James Yount.
Fred Breckenridge reports to his father Judge Breechken ridge that his foot injury is improving and he expects to return home soon. Mrs W J Rameey is described as growing very feeble. A diamond drill crossed onto Jolson land and found lead ore near Cliss Lucas land while a well was sunk.
Adygood rebuilt twelve horsepower portable steam engine with tailer ties and fire box all in good shape cross head pump and U S injector complete and ready to rim a bargain For price and terms call at Journaloniee or address Chris San sducie Doesoto Ma Harveys Newcomb William Caffey and Frank Barger arraigned before Squire Relfe last Friday on a warrant charging them with disturbing peace by throwing rocks while passing along the public highway plea of guilty and each fined sland costs Larger paid his assessment totaling 455 and in default sent to county jail at Potosi for ten days
Judge Dearing instructed the jury that no special ceremony is needed for a valid common law marriage. If the defendant and Louise Hansbrough lived publicly as husband and wife for a long period, with mutual presentation to family and friends, the law presumes they were married in fact.
The text claims people can earn a pound daily by taking an ounce of Scott's Emulsion. It suggests the emulsion opens digestion and helps the body absorb ordinary food, aiding weight gain. It emphasizes flesh as necessary for health and proposes taking more to obtain it.
Fragmentary line references druggist names Scott and Bowne of New York and a statistic or dose mention with 200 units implied, indicating a medicinal or pharmaceutical context from an old newspaper fragment.
A description of four early Atlantic coast settlements St Augustine Jamestown Plymouth and New York. The piece notes Jamestown’s decay contrasted with St Augustine’s development and the growth of New York as showcased in upcoming Ladies' Home Journal views.
Round About Us notes postmaster salaries in Farmington and nearby towns with raises and reorganizations. Reports from Sion a year and other towns show adjustments in post office pay scales and governance changes. The tool includes crime items from Caruthersville, Jefferson City prison shooting, and local legislative actions on prisoner labor.
W T Klunrer offers money at a low rate of interest on real estate in Potosi Missouri. Also note that first class job printing is available at the Journal office with a new stock of paper on hand. Send your orders locally.
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