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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1901
Page
1
Recent elections across multiple regions show continued public backing of prosperity programs. Analysts note sustained approval for economic policies and local leadership amid ongoing recovery efforts.
The St Louis Star reviews city books and considers an inquiry into alleged manipulated figures. Officials argue against overreacting to a supposedly inflated set of numbers, urging a careful, not impulsive, examination.
The passage notes Britain’s extended efforts to conquer American rebels and suggests a looming test in Africa with the Boers. It frames a growing belief that British military campaigns may face difficulties beyond North America.
In Nebragia the Re column keeps safe with Mr. Bryan likely to lose prestige by staying. Analysts urge a move to Texas where the Democratic majority remains steady and strong.
The governor claims funds were converted to certificates of indebtedness to guard them from theft, arguing no party would repudiate. The piece argues the Democrats created a dangerous, ongoing debt and that a proposed constitutional amendment would keep the funds as perpetual debt, an unconstitutional tax burden the Democrats now seek to escape.
Governor Dockery finally publishes a financial exhibit covering 1865 to 1900 but critics call it a doctored statement. They say it aims to whitewash the ring at the state capital and cite confessions of bad bookkeeping and unsubstantiated disbursements. Republicans pledge continued charges and demand bipartisan review before believing any claims of honesty.
Vague OCR fragment suggests claims that el frauds influenced Tuesday elections, implying Democratic party concerns or disputed results. The readable words imply widespread accusations without concrete details or names.
A political column denounces sectional fraud and franchise oppression, arguing that the intelligent North rules over the South, and that Bourbonism and disfranchisement have caused Democratic defeats. It cites the solid North versus solid South as a historic pattern, calling for Republican progress and unity against relics like Goebel and Nesbit laws.
Western farmers increasingly value good roads as a proven asset. Increased road quality boosts property values, lowers wear on horses and vehicles, and improves access to shipping points. The Buffalo conference reinforced that road improvements are a sound investment, with municipal streets benefitting urban activity and farms alike.
Obituary notes Anthony Huddleston of Desloge aged 2 years 1 month 26 days. Born Sept 8 1879 near Summit Mo he died Nov 4 1901 after typhoid fever. Interred at Hopewell Mo Rev W D Crow conducted funeral. Also Frances Berry aged 78 8 11 died Nov 11 1901 born Wisbeach England came to America 1857. Survived by five children and a Methodist Church South member for fifty years. Interment details and bereavement message follow. Includes an advertisement for Foley's Honey and Tar.
Missouri residents may apply for crappie or black bass for ponds lakes or streams. Apply to Phil Kopplyn Jr Forest Park Hatchery St Louis or M E O'Brien St Joseph Hatchery. Cost is 75 cents for can, shipping COD. Five gallon can holds 30 to 50 small fish. Applicants notified before shipment. Remit for multiple fish. F P Yenawine President.
Odgers of Frostburg Maryland reports a severe kidney complaint and credits Foley's Kidney Cure with immediate relief after using two bottles. The testimonial urges others to take Foley's and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
Round About Us reports ongoing hold ups by bandits at Farmington. Fredericktown leaders push to curb liquor traffic. De Soto dedicates a new Young Men’s Christian Association building on the 7th inst. Fredericktown weighs waterworks for a likely vote. Southeast Missouri Teachers Association plans a Farmington meeting November 28–30. Chas. R. Weber, Dent County official, died November 2 in Salomon. Eight candidates eye the office. Donald McInois ships 60,000 railroad ties on Huzzah and Courtois creeks and the Meramec river. Astronomers predict a meteor shower this month around the 15th after last year’s timing error. Dunklin County youths Jackson Hall and Willis Starnes arrested for counterfeiting. they said they bought the outfit for $10 and profit so far was $11. Gov. J. Cole’s Oregon gold mines yield specimens. his 63% stake valued near a million dollars. Midland lands purchaser J. J. Cantwell ships Angora goats to Crawford County to clear brush, first carload here. goats to replace labor on land preparation.
Notice to qualified voters in Potosi Missouri and Washington County of a November 21 1901 special election to adopt Article Ten of Chapter 151 to create a road district over 5744 square miles with city of Potosi included. County Clerk John O Long cites November 5 1901 record and seals per county court order.
A printer advertises a large supply of first-class stationary stock and printing quality. It urges business men to call before ordering, promises reasonable prices, and highlights first-class style.
An advertisement presenting Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for child malnutrition. It claims the product strengthens and speeds growth in undernourished children, improving appetite, sleep, and activity. The copy urges parents to send for a free sample and notes the address of Scott & Bowne in New York.
A letter from Chas R Wessmar of Evanston NL reports a two and a half year old boy with a severe cold that resisted treatments until Foley's Honey and Tar was used. He claims complete cure after one bottle and urges others to take Foley's from all dealers.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch claims the only electrotype color work in the west with colored covers printed on standard presses. The costly electrotyping plant promises higher circulation as rivals lag, while the front page of the comic section features Howarth of Punch, secured with the New York World.
Mrs T Biddleman of Parshallville Michigan suffered salt rheum for thirteen years and with two applications of Banner Salve her hands improved and soon were fully cured. Beware of substitutes. For sale by all dealers.
Stray described bay horse branded B on left shoulder ten years old sixteen hands high was taken up by J H Hayes and posted before Lynn Relfe Justice of the Peace in Belgrade Township Washington County Missouri on October 21 1901 The ad notes S A Ingalls Crown Point New York endorses Foley's Kidney Cure and its claimed kidney health benefits with a dealer sale notice.
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