Reforms and rhetoric frame Nebraska state politics
The article outlines proposed reforms in state institutions, equalized salaries, and improved bookkeeping under a civil service bill not passed by the last assembly. It cites Lipton’s spending claims on the American cup, notes a navy order naming the Star Spangled Banner national anthem, and discusses the growth of national communication via the telephone. It endorses voter responsibility and highlights John W. Bender’s fusion nomination for Platte County state representative, portraying him as pro-people and anti-corporate influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Navy Department
John W. Bender
Whitefield Township
Big County
Platte County
Neb
Humphrey Democrat
Humphrey Township
D. A. Beecher
Bender
Lincoln
Nebraska
Remarkable Remedy Chamberlain Cough Remedy Record
A Remarkable Remedy Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been in use for over 30 years, with millions of bottles sold. It is a trusted treatment for croup and croppy coughs in homes, with no reported failures to cure when used early. Pleasant for children and adults, it contains no opium and is sold by Dr Powell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Estes
Geo
Wm. Estes
Springgrove
Marling Oly
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Dr Powell
Last of Peoria river men recalls steamboat era decline
In Peoria reminiscences the death of Captain Henry Detweiler marks the fading memory of the river trade that once powered commerce and passengers along Illinois rivers. The author recalls Detweiler’s tales of packet steamer life, Lincoln voyages, and the rise of rail and canal competition ending the era of grand sternwheelers and thriving river towns.
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Henry Detweiler
Peoria
Detweiler
Abraham Lincoln
Illinois
Ohio
Wabash
Mississippi
Indiana
Ilinois
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Jacksonville
Springfield
Naples
Beardstown
Macomb
Frederick Landing
Canton
Kingston
Liverpool
Qaarel
Hureka
New Orleans
St Louis
John Wesley and Methodism in the Episcopal Question
John Wesley loyalty to the Church of England is defended against claims he would have favored Methodism over episcopacy. The letter argues apostleship and church unity matter more than denominational labels, noting Methodists’ growth and ecumenical influence while acknowledging tensions with the Episcopal Church. Oscar Schacht of Adair, Illinois signs the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wesley
Henry Republican
Fr. Gorter
Wesley
Church of England
Rip van Winkle
Episcopal
Episcopal Church
Methodist Church
United States
Oscar Schacht
Adair
Marvelous Success for Karo Syrup Ads
The column notes a strong market for Karo Corn Syrup with airtight friction-top caps and over six and a half million cans ordered in the first 90 days. It highlights cookery teacher Mrs Helen Armstrong's free booklet of recipes and invites readers to request it or provide local grocer details to the Corn Products Company in New York or Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Armstrong
Corn Products Company
New York
Chicago
Old newspapers for sale at this office
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Montgomery Ward
Charles H. Bell
Henry
THE
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company
Chicaco, Inn
Galf
Davenport
Scott
Iowa
United States of America
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
W. B. Leeds
GW. Crosby
South Adame Street
Peoria, Ill
Fey Hotel
BURT
Burt George Burt & Son
Republican Office
Editors
Republican
Henry, Il
Republic
Ayers
Ayer
N. J
J.C. Ayer
Lowell
Mass
Missouri
Illinois River
Ninois River
Samuel Parker
Peora Daily Star
M. Trogman
Main Street
Ill
W. B. Deck
Oklahoma
Jacob A. Melick
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