Bryan's accusation of corruption in Minnesota politics
The piece portrays William Jennings Bryan supporters as corrupt and disloyal and cites Day of the state committee claiming Bryan men spent $10,000 in Hennepin county to block Johnson's delegation. It condemns the campaign as defaming and debauched and notes the adage about glass houses.
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Bryan
Johnson
Chairman Day
Democratic State Committee
Hennepin County
Day
Minnesota
Falls City Band Echoes Street Rumor in Humboldt Pride
A street rumor spreads that Falls City’s school band has lost its horn and purpose while Humboldt takes pride in its own school group. Local readers ponder what happened to the Falls City ensemble and its future.
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Humboldt
Falls City
Park Opens for July Fourth Celebration with Shade and Auditorium
A public park offers ample shade trees and a large auditorium that can seat several thousand. Organizers propose opening the venue on July 4 for a genuine community celebration inviting all residents.
Public wishes for long life of ex president Cleveland
The public takes satisfaction in Cleveland’s improving health. Despite political differences, few wish ill toward the former president and many hope he enjoys many more years of public esteem.
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Cleveland
City Eyes Paving Boost With Several Blocks Planned
If present indications hold true the city will have several blocks of paved streets before this time next year. The paving movement should not be allowed to back up. Paving three blocks of the main street would be a great step forward for the town and property owners and business men should support the effort until success.
Treatment at Lincoln inebriate asylum shows success
The Lincoln inebriate asylum yields partial success in reforming drinkers. Critics note temptations persist from “old soak” relapsing figures, and urge swift punishment like a bailiff's stick to curb such provocations. The public bears some blame for the social evils.
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Lincoln
If You Advertise You May Earn Success
The saying emphasizes advertising as key to business growth. The author notes Horace Greeley’s maxim to go west and grow with the country and adds that advertising can similarly fuel a young entrepreneur’s success.
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Horace Greely
Taft poised for GOP nomination as delegates near selection
By Saturday evening this week all Republican convention delegates will be chosen. Taft managers say there are enough first ballot votes to nominate him, with little doubt any rival will win only a token share. Main questions at Chicago will be VP choice and platform drafting.
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Chicago
Taft
Social and Club Notes From Wahl and Auxiliary Gatherings
Society pages recount Wahl hall social in honor of Miss Addison of Kansas City hosted by Mrs. George Wahl. Women’s Auxiliary of St Thomas Church met with roll call by Proverbs quotes. Mission talk on Kentucky mountains sparked discussion. Kensington and Sorosis reports feature readings poems and papers with refreshments, adjournment to June, and club officers elected.
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George Wahl
Wahl's Hall
Miss Addison
Kansas City
Woman's Auxiliary
St. Thomas Church
R. R. Horrocks
Kentucky
Neide
Sorosis
J. C. Yutzy
Heacock
Boston
John Gilligan
Nebraska
Charles Banks
Willa Cather
J. E. Warner
Whitcomb Riley
Frank Uhlig
F. Uhlig
Cub
Charles Wilson
Library Notes Highlights of School Library Visits
Miss MacDonald gave a party for thirty seven kindergarteners Thursday afternoon. Miss Bowers led twenty one pupils to the library on Monday to explain its workings and help choose books. New books have been ordered and tables and chairs for children add comfort. children enjoy them.
Johnson Taken to Penitentiary by Sheriff Fenton
Sheriff Fenton delivered burglar Johnson to the penitentiary warden last Thursday and relief followed. Johnson claimed to have forged several keys while jailed and admitted hiding a key under his tongue during search. He handed over multiple keys to the sheriff as souvenirs, and was securely handcuffed before departure.
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Fenton
Johnson
Penitentiary
Mr. Fenton
Evangelist Hillis Preaches Next Sunday at 11
Baptist Church announces Evangelist C E Hillis will speak at 11 A M on A Tragedy in Four Acts replacing last Sunday's sermon lost to a storm The evening service is canceled due to a union commencement sermon Hillis will also deliver the baccalaureate at Salem that same night Revival meetings run nightly all week except Monday inviting all to attend with friends
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C. E. Hillis
Union
Methodist Church
Death of Don Quimby Withee in Stella Accident
The Withee family near Stella mourns the death of their son Don Quimby Withee born January 18, 1907. A washing accident caused burns and fright led to heart failure. he died at 4:30 p.m. after a 9 a.m. incident. Funeral in Stella with burial at Prairie Union cemetery. he was grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John Hossack.
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Ephraim Withee
Stella
Don Quimby Withee
Prairie Union Cemetery
Little Don
John Hossack
Eighth Grade Commencement Held At High School
Eighth grade graduation is set for May 20 at 2 30 p m in the Assembly Hall. Central School seniors include Helen Lyford Bessie Curran Bessie Wilson Helen Pecht Leo Stumbo Brains Evans Ray Hanna Pearl Sheely Naomi Stumbo Nora Jones Bird McDonald Carl Mason Josie Birdsley Dorothy King. High School list includes Flora Parden Mary le Burchard Edna Carico Lola Heineman Camille Leyda Henry Leitzke Lucille Leyda John Schaible Irene Wachtel Robert Heck James Falloon Ruth Heineman Roy Wahl Otillie Herbster Clara Stockton Edna Schaible. Miss Jennie Keim hosted Friends in Council with talk by Mrs Chas E Smith of Jerusalem and pictures. Grace Keim sang a vocal solo. visitors included Mrs Edwin Falloon Mrs Will Keim Miss Anna Saylor Miss Nellie Downs. Refreshments followed.
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Helen Lyford
Bessie Curran
Bessie Wilson
Helen Pecht
Leo Stumbo
Brains Evans
Ray Hanna
Pearl Sheely
Naomi Stumbo
Nora Jones
Bird McDonald
Carl Mason
Josie Birdsley
Dorothy King
Flora Parden
Mary le Burchard
Edna Carico
Lola Heineman
Camille Leyda
Henry Leitzke
Lucille Leyda
John Schaible
Irene Wachtel
Robert Heck
James Falloon
Ruth Heineman
Roy Wahl
Otillie Herbster
Clara Stockton
Edna Schaible
Jennie Keim
Friends In Council
Chas
E. Smith
Jerusalem
Little Grace Keim
Edwin Falloon
Will Keim
Anna Saylor
Nellie Downs
Stella Nebraska Saloon License Petition Notice
Legal notice reports J A Harmon fled with Stella village clerk objecting petition for saloon keeper license to sell malt spirits and vinous liquor on lot 10 block 11 Stella for municipal year starting June 1 18 ending May 31 109 Attest J A Hanon A J Batowra Village Clerk
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J. A. Harmon
Stella
Nebraska
J. A. Hanon
A.J. Batowra
Patzman Sisters Offer Hat Bargains From 75c to 3.50
The Patzman sisters advertise hats at low prices starting at 75 cents up to 3 dollars 50 cents. They promote a range of styles and current stock available for immediate purchase.
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Patzman
Court House Squirrels Nurture Newborn in Judge Reavis Yard
A court house yard tale describes a pair of squirrels nesting in a cottonwood limb. The female brought four babies outside for their first viewing, as neighbors watch to keep them safe from stray dogs while the family enjoys sunlit days.
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Court House
Falls City Nebraska adopts ordinance for waterworks project
An ordinance authorizes constructing a public well or reservoir to supply Falls City with water and allows condemnation of land and rights of way. It provides for a commission to assess damages, sets compensation for commissioners, and details appraisal procedures and city treasurer involvement.
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Falls City
Nebraska
Connell
Prand Council
Anid
City Officials Set to Install Water Well After Election
Ordinance outlines approval process for a city water project in Richardson County Nebraska. After commissioners are elected, notices must reach interested parties and deposits recorded with the county clerk. The ordinance takes effect after passage approval and publication, with dates noted for readings in May 1904 and approval in May 1908.
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Noripy
Deice
Richardson County
Nebraska
Hahn
Saloon License Request Filed in Stella Village
A J Helmick files with Stella village clerk to obtain a saloon license to sell malt spirits and vinous liquors on lot 15 block 11 for the 1908 1909 municipal year ending May dist 1909. Attest village clerks A J Hetnuen A J Batowsn
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A. J. Helmick
Stella
Nebraska
A.J. Hetnuen
A. J. Batowsn
Hinkle Seeks Stella Liquor License for 1908 Season
Notice that F. M. Hinkle of Stella Nebraska petitions for a village license to sell malt beer spirits and wine for the period January 1 1908 to May 31 1909 with required signatures from freeholders. Attest Village Clerk A J Batowin.
Stella man seeks saloon license for Stella village Lot 13
Notice states D. C. Allen of Stella Nebraska petitions for a saloon keeper license to sell malt spirits and intoxicating liquors on Lot 13 in Block 11 in Stella village. License period begins June 1 1908 and ends May 31 1909. Attest Batowners, Village Clerk.
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D.C. Allen
Stella
Nebraska
Biock Il
Batowss
Cle
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Kensington
Greenwald
Will Schmelzel
Gertrude Thacker
Dora Richards
Etta Riechers
Secy
Library Notes
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Gleveland’s Department Store
Falls City, Nebraska
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W. A. Schmelzel
City of
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