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Newspaper
Falls City Tribune
Location
Falls City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
4
In Falls City more leading Democrats oppose Bryan than ever before. Rumor suggests James W. Guffey of Pennsylvania funded a stained glass window for Bryan’s Lincoln residence.
A reader cites an old newspaper motto about finality, recalling how a prior issue published the line “No question is ever settled until it is settled right” to frame coverage long after a major 14 to 1 event. The note laments enduring doubt and seeks closure.
A reader urges the next legislature to repeal the unnecessary and expensive primary law, criticizing both parties for acting hastily and recommending immediate action when the opportunity arises.
The piece urges all candidates for political honors to file by August first so their names appear on the primary ballots. It calls on the Republican party to avoid a partial ticket and advocates for good men to hold every office.
The passage contrasts the contemporary News with the Tribune, noting the News would vilify Republicans and the government and dismiss the Tribune's guidance. The speaker doubts the News would welcome counsel or balanced critique and does not seek its advice.
Lirway denounces Sullivan of Hiinuis for corruption and befriends Jim Judes W. tioffey of VW GasyViyania. The passage hints at political shifts, reelection chatter, and a critic’s money concerns while questioning a reformer's motives as a wayward rail tale unfolds.
The late Judge Parker of New York enraged Denver delegates by drafting a resolution praising President Cleveland for safeguarding financial integrity. Delegates derided Parker as sympathetic to Bryan and condemned the insult as the party nominated a candidate with a vulnerable record.
Agitation grows for opening Barada street from the north through the Park to the Missouri Pacific depot. The present administration is busy with water and light projects but is hoped to push the work to completion before next year.
George D Carrington Jr of Auburn Nebraska urged by friends to seek Republican nomination for State Superintendent of Public Schools. Noted as Nemaha County county superintendent with strong record, education and experience. Richardson County Republicans urged to cast their vote for him at primary and November elections.
Work on the AeW system of winery works and electric lights advances. The summer season ends soon and officials hope the new well water mains stand pipe and lighting plant are finished before the next working period begins. The project presents a substantial task for those in charge.
The passage argues Taft and Sherman embody Republican principles and would continue Rooseveltian policies. It claims Roosevelt favors Taft as best qualified to carry those ideas. It asks readers to choose administration friends over its enemies to advance the policies.
The fragment questions the Democratic Party under Bryan about embracing imperialism and militarism at Denver. It asks if a standing army will threaten liberties and hints at renewed calls to defend liberty against imperial aims. The text reflects a debated stance within a historic political contest.
The text argues that Bryan and the Democratic stance fail to adjust to modern issues like railroad nationalization, claiming he owes his rise to past missteps. It asserts the Republican position was correct, challenging Bryan to seek voters by offering governance changes. The piece frames a clash over policy direction and accountability.
The text traces how rings evolved from signets granting authority to trusted spouses to symbols of affection. It notes the ring’s pure gold material and circular form symbolize eternity, left-hand wear signifying devotion, and the third finger linked to the heart by an old belief.
Notice from Dawson Nebraska dated July 10 1908 announces receival of bids by the board of water district trustees for 1000 or 10 000 bonds bearing five percent interest to fund construction of ditches levies for a drainage district. Bids may be placed on portions of the bonds and landowners may pay assessments to release property from lien.
Matilda quarrels with her dull country life and harsh mood but after a crisis she seeks help from neighbor Mrs. Preston. She begins visiting others, hosts a warmer home, and discovers happiness comes from duty health and caring for people.
Mrs Matilda C Stevenson of the Bureau of Ethnology in Washington is recognized as the leading expert on southwestern Indians. She is the widow of Col James Stevenson, a pioneer explorer in the region who, with Maj Powell, helped establish the bureau of ethnology.
A social poker game at the Goitts turns tense as Mrs Jones bets aggressively and reveals a misread straight. Mr Jones notices the cheating implication but says nothing as Mr Gold rakes the pot and the others react to the dispute.
The story notes the North China Daily News report on the pursuit of Hsi-lin's family after his execution. Governor Feng Hsu seeks to seize Hsu Hsi-lin's wife who studies in Japan and wants extradition. The Chinese minister in Tokyo declines, citing political offense and suggests Pekin approach Tokyo instead.
Joseph H. Adams recalls Thomas A. Edison telling him that invention requires not just inspiration but 98 percent perspiration. The quote highlights Edison’s view on effort over luck and is presented in Harper’s Electricity Hook for Boys.
The term d Oyley linen traces to Norman knight Robert d Oyley who held Hook Norton in William I's reign. Each feast of St Michael he sent a linen cloth worth three shillings to the king. His ladies embroidered these cloths used at court and called d Oyley linen, a name you still hear for fine linen today.
A quip notes the British parliament's paradoxical mix of practical legislative work and unequal status. It contrasts the House of Commons with the peerless nature of the overall legislature, highlighting a timeless tension in governance.
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