19 Nov 1913
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1913
Page
1
Official business in Washington paused for the White House wedding. Missouri’s mineral output in 12 was 40 to 45 percent of US lead and zinc production, with no gold mines but claims of minerals as good as or better. The dean cautions about high living costs while noting state mineral leadership.
The unreconcilables among Progressives insist there will be no merger with either major party. They ask why Progressive people would stay allied as mere plum sherpers for the Democrats if they disdain both Democrats and Republicans.
A New York banking and brokerage firm failed for 5 million dollars last week. Observers say such failures foreshadow the 1895 panic era though this one may not portend national crisis, it is described as the proverbial straw in the wind with Democrats in power.
Dr J Scott Wolff of Festus announces as a candidate for the Democratic nomination in the district opposing incumbent Congressman Hensley. Wolff, Jefferson County’s present rep, gained notice for last winter’s eight hour labor law bill involving glass factory operatives. Unlikely to beat Hensley, who is building a patronage machine to control the primary vote.
The Anti-Saloon League pushes for a constitutional amendment to outlaw liquor nationwide. Supporters call national prohibition the only true solution, arguing that criminal penalties would deter illicit sales and end the liquor evil.
The piece argues that legal reform is slow and likely to stall because the code is shaped by lawyers and their profession
The county court inspected the reinforced bridge over the Siobancois River near Seenie due to a toppled pier risk. A 55 foot trestle will be added beside the stem while earth fill is removed to restore support. Highway Engineer Holman oversees the response as Farmington news notes.
A political tirade from Abraham Najim of Potosi Missouri criticizes Democrats for failing to reduce livestock and farm product costs. It parodies William Jennings Bryan, contrasts Republican prosperity, and mocks populist rhetoric with satirical verse excerpts attributed to Walt Mason.
The piece notes ongoing Mexican upheaval with Diaz, Madero, Huerta, and Carranza. It quotes Carranza denying foreign interference while warning that any U S regulation would trigger conflict, leaving no stable governance and suggesting graft suppression as a consequence.
A concise piece praising punctual payers as they navigate life’s path with ease. The text notes timely payments bring widespread courtesy and a welcoming reception at many doors.
Several hundred men and women who cured the cigarette habit at the Anti Cigarette League of America clinic in Chicago attended a rejoicing dinner. Dr. H. H. Hess, directed by Miss Lacy Pageaston, explained the treatment assists will power during the worst period, then the will power completes the cure. The method uses a one eighth of one per cent silver nitrate mouthwash and a dietary program.
The Massachusetts Historical Society holds the first Thanksgiving proclamation dated 1077. Before that, New England understood Thanksgiving, and pumpkin pie had already been brought by Massachusetts and Connecticut settlers. Cranberry sauce is less ancient but not mentioned much earlier.
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