25 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1914
Page
1
The piece comments on the new banking law, GOP recovery hopes, and public mood on 1916 prospects. It notes Mexican policy concerns, Taft’s status, cotton farming shifts, and Republican gains in elections. It also critiques international conflicts, Swiss blood powder remarks, and county election costs driven by absentee voting patterns.
The capitol building stone decision remains unsettled as Carthage quarry sources push to be adopted. A powerful backer with ties to Carthage quarries appears to influence the selection process.
Western United States residents are slow to give to Belgians, reflecting a belief that charity should start at home and that under current Democratic times they will focus their efforts locally rather than abroad.
The text notes a political move by Democrats to revive prosperity by restoring some Republican tariff schedules, which would also imply increased spending, yet they hesitate to do so for fear of undermining claims that their tariff is solely for revenue.
A proposed policy adds a war tax of half a cent per dollar of fire insurance premium. Proponents say it is a better revenue method than a tariff, while critics note homeowners could feel the burden less when paying the tax.
Large reduced prices on mens heavy caps, wool shirts, heavy cotton shirts and fleece underwear. Overcoats, suits, serge outfits, pants, and boys suits deeply discounted. Ladies coats, skirts and suits slashed to low prices with silk scarfs from 25c to 9.00 and up.
A critical editorial attacks Democratic praise of President Wilson, arguing the administration’s policies worsen conditions compared with Taft. It condemns the watchful waiting approach to Mexico, laments Vera Cruz casualties, and asserts that each policy move has set the nation back despite partisan defense.
Sealed bids for twenty five thousand dollars of 5 percent road district bonds are invited by the Potosi Special Road District Missouri. Bonds dated January 1915 mature serially 1917 to 1930 with specified annual and semi annual interest. Bid must be accompanied by a five hundred dollar certified check. The board may reject any or all bids. Edward Eversole Chairman L, D. Bone Clerk. Nov 19, 1914.
Ex governor Francis praised local papers for community support noting annual free lines worth 500 to 1000 dollars and calling editors the town’s best investment. He argued papers outperform teachers or preachers financially and that editors do the most for the least money.
A fifth grade pupil submits a humorous write up on teeth noting that teeth grow in mouths of animals. He misstates anatomy and doctors as liars, jokes about gums and digestion, and claims brushing is pointless if his mother would stop him. The piece satirizes child mispronunciations and naive views on dental care.
The Potosi Journal of Potosi Missouri declares ownership under the 1912 act. Editor and publisher F M Deggendorf serves as editor managing editor business manager and publisher as a sole proprietor. Notarized September 18 1914 by James A Shields Jr with bond not issued and no corporation.
A reflective meditation on money as more than paper. The speaker equates a dollar with yesterday and future labor, arguing that dollars sustain health and future toil, guarding both present needs and past services while shaping the ability to work tomorrow.
Prairie Farmer urges more dreamers on the farm. It praises imagination to transform an old farm into a thriving future with alfalfa fields dairy cows and new barns. It frames dreaming as essential for progress and better livelihoods in ten years.
A snippet from The Commoner describes cutting an apple to reveal the center. Hold a wafer-thin slice against light to glimpse a delicate pink white blossom frozen within the fruit. The text likens the blossom to the mother and notes the image remains as the apple matures.
Eugene Hayes of Potosi Missouri describes a prior lame back and loin pains. He reports Doan's Kidney Pills provided prompt relief and notes the product costs 50 cents at dealers. The advertisement urges others in Potosi to try the same remedy from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York.
State of Ohio Toledo Ohio Lucas County Frank J Cheney senior partner of F J Cheney Co says firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure Not Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts directly upon the blood and mucus surfaces of the system Send for testimonials free PF J Cheney Co Toledo O Bold by all Druggists Hall's Family Pills for constipation
A rare specimen named Cocineae somnambulae, described as the only sleeping palm in North America, was found in San Francisco. The plant exudes a strong perfume, and the discovery coincided with drowsiness in the curator and his son. The article notes the palm’s South Sea Island origins and historic use of its flowers as a drug. It also reports California coal and petroleum production figures circa 1911–12, highlighting a shift toward petroleum for heat and power.
Milwaukee Journal argues that a top executive who is cold and machine like during work hours becomes dehumanized by the drive for efficiency. A leader must balance productivity with personality to keep a large enterprise intact, both inside and outside business hours, or risk becoming a mere jobholder.
A scientist advocates developing cropping trees to supply new foods for humans and animals. He argues this could boost food and wood production, enable plowless farming, terrace water retention, and soil fertility, aiding flood control, navigation, and irrigation. He urges federal government and agricultural stations to support experiments.
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