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Newspaper
Norfolk Weekly News Journal
Location
Norfolk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
2
A packed Norfolk scene features Fr. Flynn returning from Madison and numerous visitors from Pierce, Osmond, Pierce, and other towns. Local events include court dockets, farewells, charity efforts, and updates on school and church activities amid cold winds and holiday travel.
A proposal would give the police court juvenile court powers in Norfolk to handle persistent school defiers. Officials expect probation and weekly reports for youths, reducing evasion of schooling. Nebraska law currently makes the county court the juvenile court instead of Norfolk's current arrangement.
An unconfirmed Chee Foo dispatch claims several hundred were drowned in a fog collision of two unidentified Japanese passenger steamers. Rumor says English and American passengers may have been aboard. The Japanese government seeks to identify the vessels.
The second annual North Nebraska school folks banquet will be held in Norfolk in late January after a plan to hold it during the holidays was vetoed. Expecting a larger turnout than last year, with over 100 educators in attendance, Ki J Bodwell now leads the Beatrice schools and is president while A S Conn of Columbus serves as vice president and executive head.
A new 400 foot two 100 foot span steel bridge over the Elk horn river on South First street road is expected to start within a week. The $5 000 to $6 000 structure will be closest to county needs, previously dangerous during floods, with construction taking about three weeks if weather cooperates.
Washington dated November 30 Herbert L. Satterlie of New York, a wealthy relative of J P Morgan, has been offered the post of assistant secretary of the navy. The position opens tomorrow when Newberry resigns to become secretary of the navy.
H. C. Zirfass of Norfolk has purchased the restaurant and confectionery business of Mrs. Josephine Woelitz at West Point and has taken possession. The report notes the opening occurs as the largest barn in the county is mentioned in other news from West Point, Nebraska, dated November 28.
A railroad order shifts through freight to Bonesteel on the C N W line boosting its role as a division terminal. Previously through freight ran Norfolk to Verdigre with Verdigre traffic handled locally. now crews double on both trains and the through service terminates at Bonesteel.
Auburn Nov 28 William Marsh known as a wife murderer was electrocuted today after long confinement in the condemned row with Gillette. The crimes showed similar details and his execution concludes the case.
Port au Prince reports that D. Lord Alexis may be forced to resign the presidency by a special Haytien assembly session. Revolutionary leaders claim backing from the people to push a government change.
After F S Perdue announced as deputy state superintendent under E O Bishop in Lincoln, starting January 7, numerous candidates emerged for the county superintendency. The one year appointment will be decided by the county commissioners.
The county faces a pending resignation as Mr. Perdue contemplates taking the deputy post. The county commissioners plan to decide timing after the election while Mr. Perdue weighs the move. He has long led the North Nebraska Teachers Association and has served since 1895 in this county.
New York November 30 Archbold vice president of Standard Oil testified on the stand about how the company absorbed seventy corporations. He described the methods used and the witness’s attempt to justify them as the government seeks cross examination the following day.
Valentine Nebraska reports the East Cherry County Teachers Association meeting in session Friday and Saturday with about fifty teachers present. A Friday program and banquet at Dethel Hall drew sixty attendees with L C Sparks as toastmaster. Miss Lulu Kort4, county superintendent, organized the event and earned credit for the well run sessions.
At the Pittsburg and Buffalo mine in Mariana Pa an explosion trapped about 200 workers with officials later estimating 300 entombed. The blast hurled a cage 300 feet from the shaft and two men died. Rescue attempts face wreckage and blocked air flow amid fear of suffocation.
An earthquake shock lasting about ten seconds was felt in Boston early today, described as the longest duration ever recorded in the city. Tremors were followed by ramblings as residents felt the quake.
Des Moines Nov 28 Congressman Hepburn said he would contest the election of Jamieson Democrat who is reported to have defeated Hepburn. Hepburn refuses to accept defeat and will challenge the result.
Chicago November 40. Attorney Rigby for Russia in the bid to extradite Christian Rudivite on murder charges asked Federal Judge Bethea for a contempt citation against witness Martin Burrow who refused to testify.
The article notes future requests for similar interrogations against Lonson Gorous and Adolph Nerman after witnesses declined to reveal other implicated individuals.
Funeral services were held Saturday for Fred Schelly at 10 oclock from the family home with Sons of Herman and Fraternal Order of Eagles in attendance. Rev Kilwit Peeth and Rev Mr Fricke spoke, Prospect Hill Cemetery was the interment site. Pallbearers included C B A Martquard August Brotmund and John Wellenfeller. L M Gaylord was buried Saturday at 2:30 pm in Prospect Hill Cemetery after a Methodist service led by Dr C W Ray. Masonic pallbearers included F W A Beeler G N Beels G T Sprecher W H Widaman A N McGinnis and George A Peters.
The funeral for nine year old Adelia Len was held at 10 o'clock Friday morning from her parents home Mr and Mrs Richard Len. The service was private. Rev J P Mueller of Christ Lutheran church conducted the rites with pallbearers Fred Len Fred Lehman William Leu and Fred Nordwig.
Mrs. August Druck was buried Friday afternoon with services at her home at 1 o clock and at St Paul Ev Lutheran church at 2 o clock conducted by Rev John Witte. Pallbearers named Otto Znelow C H Krahn Herman Winter Flenny King J W Oertwich and Venus Ne now.
Fairfax Maryland November 27 Special to The News Johnson an alleged horse thief escaped Deputy Morrisey during an airing but ran across the street into a veterinary barn pursued by the sheriff and Silveryman Allen. The escape was thwarted when Allen ordered a halt and the prisoner was recaptured.
Joseph Pravicek sold his store to Mr. Grant who also bought the Hoffman store. An inventory is being taken. The two buildings may be connected by an archway and a department store could open soon in Lynch Nebraska with Pravicek and Hoffman as early merchants.
A large crowd attended the Norfolk draft horse exhibition led by G. L. Carlson, a Percheron breeder. Carlson spoke on dock and pastern conformation and eight years of British test results, noting hindquarters power and weight as key factors. Prizes were awarded to Sam Kent, Frank Perry, W. J. Knebel, Ihen brothers, and George Benedict for foals of Nicholas, with a $2,000 Yearling cited as a distinct honor.
A county fair board proposes next year to offer prizes for the progeny of any horse in the current or four adjoining counties. The decision aims to boost attendance and showcase breeding lines.
Pittsburg Nov 28 Wikin Montgomery former cashier of the Alleghany National Bank was convicted of pilfering more than 100000 and sentenced to fifteen years in the Western Pennsylvania penitentiary.
Dallas dispatch reports Judee Witten superintendent arrives to select government townsites for Tripp county. Judge Witten and Jeff Lawton were en route via Kansas City for the November 26 stop and Thanksgiving with family. Heavy snow delays travel. the townsite drive is postponed until tomorrow and aims to finish locating the sites by Thursday.
Governor Sheldon appoints W. Rose J. L. Root J. J. Sullivan and Judge Fawcett as additional supreme court judges in Lincoln. Rose is deputy attorney general and former GOP central committee chair. Root and Sullivan are former or current court commissioners and politicians. the three join existing commissioners as the court expands from three to seven with higher salaries and Lincoln residency required.
Mrs. Adramn Craig sues George Benedict in Madison district court seeking 10000 for a kiss and 10000 for alleged slander. Benedict denies wrongdoing, admits visiting the Craig home but disputes the claims. The case involves prominent local families and was filed after October tensions.
The first Niobrara citizen Indian case in County Judge Calvin Keller's Center court ended with a hung jury. John Forester, a Niobrara saloon keeper, faced a charge of selling a half pint of whiskey to William Bear, a citizen Indian.
The article reports on legal actions against Ponty Carney and John Forester of Nilobrita gatoon Keaps era for alleged sale of liquor to prohibited groups. Trials are set or ongoing with County Attorney Berryman and defense counsel arguing citizenship discrimination and license validity as key points.
Mrs Frank Jarmer announces she will sue Roche and Herman Roehe in a few weeks for the murder of her husband on May 1 1907 seeking damages in the thousands. Attorney J C Brangelman travels to Madison to petition for Mrs Jarmer to be appointed administrator to file the action in district court. Jarmer left no property. his widow supported herself by washing while Roehe waits on his supreme court appeal after being convicted of manslaughter.
An advertisement from The Katesau Drug Co promotes Koley's Honey and Tar as a fast remedy for hoarseness coughs and colds. It claims to soothe irritated throats and expel the cold from the system with a focus on medicinal ease.
A boy described as healthy can make a clean room Jook in ten minutes as if an eyelone had passed through it. The remark emphasizes quick cleanup effort and unusual imagery.
A fragment discusses guilt related to counterfeiting and conspiratorial remedy claims involving the Kle san Drug Co. It references substituting counterfeit currency and attempts to repair or heal the lung, with unclear details and damaged wording.
A woman recently described a conceited young man as full of himself, noting the clever phrasing of the comment. The exchange reflects social judgments of vanity and public perception.
An advertisement by The Klesau Drug Co promotes Foley's Oring Laxative as a remedy for constipation and bowel regulation. It claims the product stimulates natural movement of the bowels and eliminates the need for continuous purgatives.
A fairy tale recalls a businessman twice saved from the sheriff by his wife who descended into a sugar bowl and drew out money saved from keeping a cow. The tale highlights thrift and resourcefulness as a dramatic, folkloric anecdote.
Mrs MeRaney of Prentiss Mississippi says three months bedridden with kidney and bladder trouble improved after using Poley's Kidney Remedy. She reports relief after two bottles and urges other women to try the remedy, via Kiesau Drug Co.
Republican members of the lower house arrive in the city and organize against the speaker. One leader claims fifty votes pledged, while forty five are needed to control the caucus.
Two alleged counterfeiters surrendered by telephone to Secret Service men in Chicago. They stand accused of passing spurious five dollar bills. About three thousand dollars in counterfeit notes are reported seized.
In Teheran on November 30 the Shah summoned a forty member council of state to assume responsibility for breaking his pledge to call a parliament. The body comprises reactionary aristocrats and is tasked with deflecting public blame onto others.
Norfolk’s second team defeated Fleree High 11 to 0 at the driving park in a Saturday outing. The juniors impressed with strong play, earning praise for Beoler and the veteran lineup. Three frat eleven members Lowell Ere kine Hang Anderson and Roy Hibben will graduate, leaving only Earl Lynde at quarterback.
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