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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1910
Page
4
A. Robertson announces his candidacy for State Representative in Nebraska's 53rd district. He notes eligibility for the Democratic and Independent parties primaries to be held August 16, 1910. He urges voter support in the upcoming election.
H. Be Rescuer declares his candidacy for Representative of the 53rd District, subject to Democratic and People's Independent party actions. Primaries set for August 16, 1910.
Evu GEENE Burton announces candidacy for Box Butte County Attorney at the upcoming primary on August 16 1910, seeking nomination from the Democrat and People’s party.
W. J. Taylor of Custer runs for both Democratic and Populist nomination for Congress. The strenuous campaign signals his determination and energy and warns Kinkaid that if Taylor is nominated a hard-fought battle lies ahead.
A Scotts Bluff County mass convention endorses Democrat G L Shumway for Congress. They praise his views on local issues and his clear national perspective, urging voters in the Sixth Congressional District to support him. Adopted July 23, 110.
Oklahoma Senator Owen denounces the initiative and referendum as an open door to overthrowing machine politics. He argues that if true it explains why machine politicians oppose direct legislation.
A political figure aims to ignite partisan rancor across factions, arguing for heated confrontation to force change. Critics warn of rising polarization as campaigns frame opponents as threats.
The speaker warns that stirring partisan strife harms the country yet admits it frequently helps place individuals unfit for office into power. The remark frames ongoing political maneuvering as a democratic hazard and a tactic used by critics.
Five state conventions in Nebraska last week from the Republican Democratic Populist Socialist and Prohibition parties adopted planks endorsing the initiative and referendum. The move aims to empower voters with direct lawmaking tools.
The article notes that five Nebraska political state conventions endorsed direct legislation through initiative and referendum, correcting a previous report that only four had done so. It also acknowledges socialists' endorsement of the principle.
Ray Stannard Baker argues corporations seek control of water power coal mines timber and franchises on government lands to expand private wealth. He frames conservation as a check on private capital and asks whether government should serve people or special interests as in the Pinchot Ballinger controversy.
The Herald explains an amendment to limit voting by foreign born residents who have declared an intention to become citizens. If adopted, such voters may cast ballots for five years after the declaration before needing final naturalization papers. The piece urges adoption and inclusion on primary ballots August 6.
The Epworth Herald from Chicago presents a favorable July feature on the Salt River Valley with several photographs. It highlights a fertile ranch and a garden spot, praising the region where water is abundant and winters stay cold, drawing interest from readers nationwide.
Inspector Dew of Scotland Yard identified Dr. Hawley Crippen and his stenographer Ethel Leneve aboard the steamship Montrose off Father Point Quebec. Crippen remained cool as Leneve collapsed, both to be taken back to England for trial on murder charges in the alleged killing of Crippen's wife.
In Sioux Falls on August 1 a white man in a saloon taunted William Brown a negro sparking a chase. Brown wounded Officer James Collins in the torso and later wounded Special Officer Martin Ellingson before being killed by Officer Hernan Weins as he fired during a citywide search.
Omaha August 1 Wheat unchanged No 2 hard 97 99c No 3 hard 95 97c. Corn No 2 white 63 64c No white 63 63c No 2 corn 60c No 3 60 60c. Oats not lower No 3 white 34 37c No 3 yellow 25 14 ti ga.
Washington reports a grand jury and Justice Department action may threaten wheat corner operators on the Chicago Board of Trade. Federal officials consider antitrust and anti fraud prosecutions if prices are inflated and a monopoly formed. Names tied to the alleged manipulation surface amid a broader federal case history.
Closing address at the third annual National Roads Congress session in Niagara Falls heard by attendees. A. C. Spalding of Point Loma Cal and J. Colley state highway engineer of Minnesota delivered keynote remarks.
The Aug market report notes wheat arrivals above 1,000 carloads with prices steady in early action. Futures for Sept wheat hover near prior levels while corn and hog futures show modest changes, including Sept soybeans around 37 and pork futures near 11.50.
Chicago August 1 cattle receipts 23 000 steady with western steers about 4 75 to 6 60 stockers and feeders 4 10 to 6 20 cows and heifers 2 50 to 6 20 calves 6 50 to 8 75 hog receipts 35 000 steady light 4 20 to 6 0 mixed 7 90 to 8 15 heavy 7 45 to 8 15 bulk 780 to 815 sheep receipts 18 000 steady natives 2 60 to 4 50 yearlings 4 50 to 5 75 lambs 4 50 to 7 10.
South Omaha cattle receipts total 9 224 with steers around 525 to 750 cows and heifers about 2680 to 3 75 stouchers and feeders at 6 to 6 25 and calves 6 to 6 6 hog receipts 4 320 with top at 7 80 and most sales 7 40 to 7 70 sheep receipts 15 256 higher bids from 3 25 to 5 30 with wethers 3 50 to 4 30 and lambs 5 60 to 7 }
A special train carrying the Fourth Ohio national guard from Marietta to Columbus wrecked near Belle Valley at 12:24 am after an open switch. The engine and cars sank into brick rubble, horses in the first car were crushed, several soldiers injured, and one man arrested amid suspected strike sympathizer sabotage.
New York August 1 The Texas Oil company factory at Bayonne New Jersey was swept by fire with an estimated loss of seventy five thousand dollars.
Governor Shallenberger announces a state wide primary election to be held on the third Tuesday of August 1918. Nominated offices include governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer superintendent of public instruction attorney general and railroad and congressional districts plus state senate seats and a U S Senator preference. The proclamation also seeks voter input on a proposed amendment to article 7 of the Nebraska Constitution.
Reports from Palestine Texas describe a racial clash in eastern Anderson County with at least eighteen black deaths and rumors of white casualties denied by authorities. Troops reached the scene as violence spilled from the Negro quarter into nearby areas and saloons closed under district orders.
Rome reports the Vatican recalls Vico the papal nuncio at Madrid and Marquis de Ojeda leaving Rome as diplomatic relations with Spain end. Vatican notes Canalejas program aimed at conflict not accord and warns of monarchies in Iberia facing republican influence and foreign meddling. It cites Carlist Don Jaime as potential catalyst for reaction.
Disturbances spread from Madrid to provinces after Calanejas recall Marquis de Ojeda the Vatican envoy. Soldiers and townspeople are reported wounded with many arrests as the government tries to quell the unrest. Questions arise over European responses if Donalso moves to mobilize forces.
Evanaville Indiana reports Jones BE Lessuer, a Kansas City newspaper artist, convicted of bigamy in Pike county circuit court at Petersure. He received a prison term of two to four years and began serving sentence amid apparent confusion.
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