Nebraska State Fair Educator Promotes Agricultural Education
The Nebraska State Fair grounds near Lincoln began with a 1901 land purchase funded by a state appropriation and local matching funds. The fair showcases livestock, crops, and equipment, plus aviation stunts, bands, vaudeville, entertainment and contests. The 1911 dates are September 4 to 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Public Lands and Buildings
Lancaster Agricultural Society
Board of Agriculture
Lincoln
Nebraska
State Board of Agriculture
Omaha Ie
Patterson Carnival Company
Wiley’s Stand for Pure Food Sparks Washington Turmoil
A major public food safety clash unfolds as Dr. Wiley battles powerful food manufacturers and political allies over the integrity of the pure food law. The dispute draws in President Taft, campaign funds, and a push to oust Wiley amid allegations of improper payrolls for a lab assistant.
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Wiley
Agricultural Department
Washington
Herald
Taft
Ifpot
Dr. Wiley
Republican Party
Standard Oil Company
Rusby
New York
Wickersham
White House
Republican
Firec
Parson Praises Dr Kings New Life Pills Gem
A poem by Rev H Stubenwoll of Allison fa extols Dr Kings New Life Pills as a health essential. It urges use in every home and claims benefit after failed remedies. Available for 25 cents at F J Brennans drug store.
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Rev. H. Stubenwoll
Allison
Dr. King
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Geo. W. Duncan & Son
Alliance
John Snoddy
Showers
May Snoddy
Treas
Nelson Fletcher
Fire Insurance Agency
Nebraska State Building and Loan Association
Newberry’s Hardware Co
Nebraska State Fair
Meat Canners
Chicago
Parson
F. J. Brennan
Ocal
Ree
America
Fance
Emery
Toque
Bomergault
Midariez
Bonesettis
Elephant World
OORS
Nolsten
Hashman’s
Hemingford
H. P. Coursey
Ed Marks
F. J. Turner
Central Lumber Co
Coal
Rodgers’ Grocery
John Garrett
Frank Wallace
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