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Newspaper

Norfolk Weekly News Journal

Location

Norfolk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1908

Page

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Two Cars in Eastbound Freight Destroyed by Fire

A Wisner Nebraska report details an eastbound freight train between Pilger and Wheeler where one car was destroyed and another damaged after catching fire. A farmer and the Wisner fire department coordinated the response as the train arrived, with cars identified as No. 45 008 and other rolling stock involved.

Pilger Farmer Wisner Neb Whee Nothe Tne Chicace & Northwintert Chicago St. Paul Minnetapole Oniutie Dua Wisner Thoppysen Devon

Minden Murderer Suspect Freed by Sheriff

Sheriff McMul len releases Bert Taylor suspect after confirming the man at Fairfax Jail is not the Minden killer. The released worker returns to duties with the farmer he planned to join.

Minden Fairfax

Utes to Trek Back Home From Rapid City

A report describes Ute Indians and a government interpreter preparing to return to reservations. Captain Robinson arrives to oversee the transfer of Utes displaced near Rapid City and Thunder Creek country back to designated reserves within days.

Rapid City Harris Othe Aerial Cyupemin Jobinsen Port Robinson Dobisen Sears Thunder Creek

Reward Offered in Walthill Dog Poisoning Case

Citizens of Walthill Nebraska offer a reward of 30 dollars for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for poisoning dogs in the town.

Walthill, Neb Itizens of Walthill

Lumber rate hike objected by Florence firms

Florence Lumber and Coal company and George W. Craig company have filed protests with the railway commission against recent rate increases on lumber, cement, and other structural materials. The issue concerns the Omaha to Florence boat and the Chicago, St Paul, Minneapolis and Omaha line.

Lincoln Railway Commission Florence Lumber Ang Coal Company George W. Craig Company Omaha Florence Chicago St Paul Minage Agults

Student Drowns in Salt Creek Near Lincoln

A student from Amesila cultural college drowned in Salt Creek near Lincoln. The body was recovered.

Salt Creek Lincoln HO Matteson Amesila Aerk Cultural College

Mother and Daughter Die in Wilton Shooting

In Wilton Wisconsin on June 25 Mrs A B Magee and her daughter Dora a school teacher were killed by Leal whose full name and motive were not disclosed in the fragment.

Bob Wilton Wis A. B Magee Dora Leal

Sherman Improves as Vice Presidential Candidate Aims to Save Hospital

The report notes Vice Presidential candidate James Sherman showing improvement while addressing hospital relief. Doctors caution against overexertion as he recovers, with temperature and health readings monitored. The piece mentions supportive messages to Mrs. Grover Cleveland and ongoing political maneuvering surrounding the ticket.

Progressives Praise Senator Allison at Iowa Convention

Waterloo June 25 progressives control the Republican state convention endorsing Governor Cummins and the progressive platform while praising the Iowa delegation in Congress led by Senator William Allison and pledging reelection. Ladd and Weaver nominated to the Supreme Court. Cummins spoke in cordial tone.

Waterloo Cuommings Raih Road Coteress William Allison State Central Committee Scott M Ladd Silas M. Weaver Supreme Bench Foud William Hollison Deal Hiver Cammillis Cummins Cleveland

Bryan's Tribute to Cleveland Ends a Nation's Mourning

The article notes Grover Cleveland's death and honors him as a strong political figure. Woodyirvan's tribute praises Cleveland's deliberate action and leadership. Norman B. Mack, visiting in New York, expresses regret and calls him a leading citizen, saying his death shocks the nation.

Lincoln Grover Cleveland Woodyirvan Ile Grover Meveland Norman B. Mack Buffalo Hrgan Mr. Cleveland Mack

Americans Murdered in Negros Island Telegram Report

A telegram from Negros reports the killings of H D Povered a government forester a Wakeley school teacher and four Filipinos by hill tribesmen during a crossing of Negros Island noted as one of the least civilized areas of the southern island group.

Manila Island of Negros H D Wakeley

Cleveland Dies After Sudden Illness at Princeton

Former President Grover Cleveland dies at Princeton after a rapid decline from heart and kidney ailments. Mrs. Cleveland, weathering the shock with fortitude, awaits funeral plans as Roosevelt plans to attend. The president’s four children are away with relatives, traveling to Princeton for the burial arrangements.

Cleveland Lakewood Clevelant Princeton Deryns New York Tir Tockwood Carnoeban Meath Clevelam Clevelituls Wal Clevel Minnepton Frantiy Ylot Bith Tallworth

Forging Charge Linked to Valentine Check

Bretlanier tsander and three others were charged with forging the name of A. K. Wood, a Valentine reservation storekeeper, to a $65 check. The case followed the attempt to pass the check at two local merchants, and the suspect was arrested by the sheriff after the signature was suspected as Wood’s.

Valentine Tion Cirdner

Yale Crew Wins Great College Base at Taft Event

Yale defeats Harvard in a two mile race before a large New Haven crowd with Secretary Taft applauding. Yale crosses first, Harvard finishes closely behind. Yale’s win follows an earlier Yale victory in the freshmen race on the same course.

Yale Crew Yale Harvard al Detroit Petrosst Laniis Gododu Uilig Philadelphia New York Philphia Clevelani Ha Cleveland Chictvo Toston Hoston Washton Ciloneo Rile Chicago Rouvood Laouls Ptltetiurs Cincinnat Brooklyn Boston Lineal Rive Lincoln Denver

Ainsworth Wedding Report From Nebraska Area

Special to The News notes the May 25 ceremony of Miss Welle Plea rick of Croogher S. OP and Nicholson of Croogher S. OP and the wedding party includes Miss Kenn Colle of Springview and Rev Joseph A Jobson officiating The bride is a Springview teacher and principal of the Springview SC for the past period

Ainsworth Nel Danis Nicholson Croogher Miss Welle Riek Reeve Dane South Dakota Tride Leon Bradtey Lust Wiss Peliwoad Kenn Colle Springview

Steer Stealing Charged in Rural County Case

Sheriff reports steer theft allegations involving two men, with a trial date set. Prosecutors accuse Valente and Nel of tampering with cattle assets and conspiring to steal livestock from a local farm. Witnesses include Arthur Wilson, and the case proceeds to a upcoming hearing in Merrion.

Valente Sheriff Merrion Arthur Wilson Feartot Sally

Sister Will Not Attend Nebraskan Relative’s Funeral

A relative from Cleveland will be absent from a Nebraska funeral. The piece notes that Mire Mark obey behind bles and other scattered names appear in the clipping. The article references former President Clove and other figures, but the main fact is the non attendance of a sister at the funeral in Nebraska.

Nebraska Cleveland Dongha Mark O Beyehind Bles Osteter Clove

One of Few Really Great Men

New Haven reports the death of ex President Grover Cleveland casting a somber tone over Yale commencement ceremonies as Secretary Taft conveyed regret noting Cleveland among the nation’s great men. In Omaha Mary Lee Mushane wed land Diewre Hustom at the McShane home, a major social event. the groom is a nephew of John Deere head of Deere & Company.

New Haven Grover Q Cleveland Yale Taft Cleveland Woolsey Hall Omaha Mary Lee Mushane Dulin Ao Mcshane Weland Diewre Hustom McShane John Deere God John Deer Plow Company Goda Ot Behad

Nebraska Weather Forecast Aims for 24 Hours

Weather record from Chicago station outlines Nebraska conditions for the next day with probable temperatures and wind. Forecast notes likely light to moderate winds and a chance of rain in parts of the state.

Oty Chicago Nebraska Tts

Plainview Sterlings Win Two As Spencer Falls On Creighton Diamond

Plainview Neb June 25 special to The News reports the Plainview Sterlings defeating Spencer 10 to 6 on Creighton diamond. Spencer could not connect after an early four runs as pitcher King limited them. Chapman fielded well for the Sterlings and key hits sealed the win. next Monday Norfolk tenants visit with the Storiings on the bend.

Paris Corutina Spain la Roche Muros Cardinal Cisteros Lon Laache Walters Cadiz Murus Corunna London la Rachy Plainview Neb Spencer Yeaterday Brunswick Thesday Spencer Creighton Little King O'Keefe Chapman Willy Dideenbire Aise Amath Rubberies Talmanhow IND Teva Bivretin Bionewick Broswiki Dimond Pires Alan Deprekots Norfolk Arkansas

Alteworth Triumphs In Tight Dune 25 Spacelat Match

Alteworth defeated Crawford in a tense Dune 25 Spacelat contest with standout play from Ainsworth Lyons Wesbershin and others. The game featured close scoring and key moments by several players as the hosts edged ahead in a pivotal moment.

Alteworth Neli Spacelat Crawford Ae Seane Ainsworth Lyons Wesbershin Allhernaen Weil Balk

Shaver Leads Warriors Toward Tilton Tournament

The text depicts Cay Shaver with his team heading to Tilton to face the Tarkas tournament winner. Mentioned are Parish fields, fans accompanying Tomothew Shafer, and a ball payment event at an officers reunion in Norfolk.

Minkdivnid Norfolk Pyyitnyan Bove Cpt Shaher Glissman Rey Helde Tomothew Shafer Tilton Tarkas

Potato Crop Prospects Bright in Brown County

Brown County reports flourishing potato crops with favorable conditions from May through early May. Officials note yields could be strong as spud fields show robust growth and healthy foliage despite earlier doubts.

Brown County Ned

Opening Day at Tok Senator Allen Opens Season in Ten Inning Win

A ten inning ball game between St. Clair and Newman Grove ended with St. Clair victorious. The crowd noted excellent weather and a strong turnout as players and fans gathered for the annual reunion and camp-style gathering.

St. Clair Newman Grove

Marriage notices headline in Kiev area paper

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Moore Cleared of Fraud Charge in Post Office Scam Case

A. J Moore of Willisea faced a fraud accusation in Craig Me after allegedly posing as a post office inspector to obtain $60 from the local postmaster. The June 2 hearing before a Vaulted States Commissioner centered on voluminous testimony, but Moore established an alibi and was discharged.

Moore Alidi Creston A. J Moore Willisea Wendy Craig

Osborne Elected Department Chief in South Be Grand Army Session

Des Moines reports Warren Osborne as a key figure at the South Be Grand Army of the Republic session, with mentions of Hot Springs and related civic figures. Details are fragmented, but the election of Osborne to a department chief role is noted amid preparatory and ceremonial context.

Osborne Hot Springs Bote Bine South Behela Grand Army of the Republic Warren Osborne

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