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Newspaper
Falls City Tribune
Location
Falls City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1908
Page
4
Historical filing marks Falls City Nebraska post office as second class matter dated January 12 1904 under the 1879 act.
Friday publication in Falls City Nebraska by Tribune Publishing prompts readers to check assessor contact or expect a forthcoming visit. Telephoned inquiries listed. notice emphasizes timely property assessment and civic process.
The New York World argues that Bryan's nomination guarantees Taft's election, a claim echoed with little dispute to date. The statement positions Bryan as a pivotal factor influencing the presidential race.
Reports from Arkansas and Missouri show greater losses there while Nebraska fared better amid the recent cold spell. Local citizens are urged to stand up for Nebraska.
Rain on Sunday and Monday nights is estimated to be worth 3 million dollars to Nebraska winter wheat, aiding a crop suffering from drought. The article notes occasional blue skies but emphasizes timely, abundant rainfall enhancing the harvest outlook.
A large nationwide movement supports Secretary Taft. By the time the Chicago convention convenes, opposition may seek a motion to make his nomination unanimous.
The article notes that Harry K. Thaw has been temporarily released from the asylum. Details on the duration or conditions of the release are not provided in the accessible text.
A partial excerpt argues against releasing a man deemed too insane to stand trial after killing. The writer warns it would be a travesty if courts later deem him sane and free.
The community greets a new mayor with optimism for a prosperous year. Appointments are praised as strong and public service is assured. Citizens are urged to be boosters, help the town grow, and leverage capital, territory, and talented people to make Falls City larger and more progressive.
Shortly after the revenue bill passage the Democratic county board imposed a heavy levy raising taxes. Critics say tax amounts depend on levied sums and accuse Democrats of controlling county funds without tax relief. They warn that reform and economy claims fail when tested.
Not real birds but a unique ad handout by P. S. Meacock & Son aimed at passersby. A small boy carries the paper and shows how effective local advertising can be.
The Patgman Sisters list bargain hats priced from 75 cents to 3 dollars 50 cents in a public sale. Local shoppers can find a range of styles at these low prices.
Richardson Council No 1312 K and L of S mourns the loss of Brother James Cornell. The council extents sympathy to his family, orders resolutions entered in records, published in the city paper, a copy given to the family, and the charter draped in mourning for thirty days.
J M Schoenheit, a longtime Falls City resident, has been admitted to the bar of the United States Supreme Court during a visit to Washington. He met with President Roosevelt while with the Missouri delegation. Mrs Reneker and daughter Helen Ruth are visiting the Paige home in Troy Kansas this week.
Mrs. Charles Edwin Smith of Jerusalem visits Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Murray at 409 Charles Street while Mr. Murray resided with the Smiths for a year in Jerusalem aiding the American consul. Mrs. Smith, formerly Jennie Newkirk, is wife of Chas. Edwin Smith, brother of H. C., and she plans to visit California to see her ill brother Dr. Newkirk after leaving town.
The library board met Tuesday in the library where the librarian reported a circulation of 1 652 volumes and attendance of 1 85. A bill for new chairs for children was approved and next year’s magazine list set with seven new titles. The group debated ways to promote reading and child engagement to raise the library’s service. New chairs and a small table for children have been installed and praised as a comfort to the tots.
Bruno Hansen and his wife spent several days of the past week in the city staying at the home of Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Kerr.
For sale 320 acres in Porter precinct described as fine land with good location. Owner offers immediate sale or may sell one quarter separately. Will contract on next March. Contact Henry C Sura Falls City Nebraska.
Mrs. Belle Ault now heads the SMT department in W. G. Lyford's store as Miss Jones resigns to care for her ill mother and return home to Reserve.
Nemaha Valley Camp No. 9 at Salls City sets Sunday May 17 at 3 pm to unveil a monument at the late Sovereign McPherson's grave. A procession gathers 1 30 pm at the W O W Hall to march to the cemetery for services and a brief program.
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