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Newspaper
Dakota City County Herald
Location
Dakota City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
4
Dakota City paper lists Swan Olsen of Walthill seeking a 1908 Sixteenth district seat with firm platform on integrity and independence from graft. Edward Cowles of Fairbury runs for commissioner of Public Lands and Buildings pledging Roosevelt Taft support and a clean record. Primary set for September 1.
Swan Olsen of Thurston county announces as a candidate for representative subject to Republican wishes. John W Hazlegrove of the same county to oppose him in the primary. A Democratic Omaha paper defends Bryan in a mock battle over his fortune, claiming he earned it with clean hands while criticizing his wealth and the use of funds in his campaigns.
The piece argues Bryan seeks funds for his bid while criticizing farmer land assessments. It contrasts railway tax valuations from 1903 to 1908 showing large gains with little mileage growth. It praises Republican governance reducing Nebraska’s state debt from 1901 to 1908.
The text lists term dates for the Eighth Judicial District of Nebraska for 1908. It notes that the first day of each term is set for hearings on citizenship applications and mentions various month dates. The source also references Dr Miles nerve and liver remedies in a marginally included phrase.
Hartington News reports George Nelson Wilford Osborn Roy McKegor and Claud Baird traveled to Sioux Sunday in Nelsons auto. Osmond Republican notes Mrs B B Lee dom and son Joe left Monday for Deadwood and other South Dakota points visiting Cottonwood en route. Sloan item cites Wm Polly leaving Thursday for Sioux City to visit his daughter then to Dakota and Nebr to visit his son. Thurston Gazette mentions Roy Jones now agent at Jackson renewing acquaintance last Sunday. Mr Frank Norton and children visited Hubbard last Sunday for a race with friends.
Dr Ream transacted business in Omaha early this week. Miss Mariarty, formerly in the Walthill school, will teach the eighth grade in Pender schools next year.
The Pioneers of Dakota county plan the 27th annual reunion at Dakota City on August 27. The event aims to revive pioneer times for residents of northeast Nebraska and encourages attendance for a day of historical recollection.
Alex Mc Donald traveled into Dakota County Nebraska and noted expected immense corn yields. The funeral of Edwin P Webster, who died from a stroke at Samaritan hospital, will be held at Glen Ellen residence with Rev Mr Rambo officiating, burial in Sergeant Bluffs cemetery.
Walter Niebuhr of Denver visited Pender Winnebago and nearby areas as Wisner lost 7 to 2 in a Friday game and Hubbard fell 11 to 10 on Sunday. Onrboya impressed crowds with strong play in both games. Miss Cleve Teter returned from Homer while Marie Goodfellow visited Carney. Mrs Luther suffers a foot injury likely to limit walking. Floyd Stahd had head surgery at St Vincent's Sioux City hospital and is recovering at his aunt Mrs McNeil’s home with his motorman father nearby.
Roads and new cement walks improve Hubbard scenery. Carl Anderson advertises peaches blackberry goods overalls and comforts while Scott Rockwell visits from Dakota City. Michael Beacom dies of heart failure. funeral by Rev J E English at Hubbard Cemetery.
A countywide gathering at Beacom’s site drew a large crowd for a successful picnic raising funds for cement walks around the Catholic church. Emerson defeated the home team 8 to 2 in a familiar early event, with Henry Cain winning the Fat Men’s Race and a lively day full of contests, thanks to scores of local workers and families including the Hartnett and English families.
Dorcas guests Miss Fern and Mrs Lynch of Gayville attended a Sunday Pep picnic. Mrs Burke hosted sisters Miss Kate Russell and Miss Laura Russell. Dorcas dined with Mrs Nalhan Smith Thuraddy. Misa Valda of Emerson wed John E Bud MacKinley of this place in Sioux City on August 19, 1908.
Joseph Heenan heads to Lehigh Iowa while William Kennelly wins games in Bancroft from Pender. Visitors arrive in town including Buckley and his daughters at St Catharines academy. James Hartnett ferries cattle, and JM Barry markets stock. Health notes report Mrs Leis improving. Births announced at several homes including Burns Browns and Pheenans in August 1908.
Fragmentary OCR lists transfers including Gibbs to Lilian Johnson and Ko tella Oliver with lots 27 blowk in First By addition to So Soo Olty and Charity Hart. Mentions Geo Hill e to Christ Hasmussen and Chona with pew, block 3, Dakota Olly, 7000 dollars likely price, with section references.
Notice of first publication of a sheriff sale directed by the Dakota County District Court to auction French M F French and D P Gilman judgment debt of 574.4 plus costs, on September 12 1904 at 9:00 am at the south front door Deakers City court house. Includes prior taxes 16.70 and fees. J P Rockwell Sheriff of Dakota County Nebraska.
Notice of public sale of land for taxes in Milwaukee County. Lots 1-10 and Lot M4 in Hallway Addition Diekotes, sold to W M Hileman for 168 tax year. After three months from service of this notice, application will be made for a tax deed to the purchaser.
The Nebraska State Fair outlines major improvements for 1908 including a new cattle barn costing about 23000 and a new auditorium at 10000. The venue promises enhanced entertainment with the Liberati organization and four state bands, plus diverse nightly displays from the Carnival of Venice to Odell the Bee King. A robust speed program features substantial purses and numerous races, with a August 10 closing in harness and Nebraska bred events and a September athletic meet under Mr. George L. Pinneo.
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