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Newspaper

Norfolk Weekly News Journal

Location

Norfolk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1908

Page

4

The News The Journal Aims at Norfolk Readers

The item lists the Norfolk Nebraska newspaper names The News and The Journal with publication details The Hube Publishing Company is led by N Hewes as president and secretary The piece comments on college attire and student conduct and notes political remarks about a Florida senator Hall Milton and Count Bent in a light editorial tone.

The the Journal Hube Publishing Company N. Hewes Hees Norfolk Neb Husiness Omfioe Joy Rooman

Straw Hats Draw From Unlikely Sources This Year

Amid a surge in straw hat fashion for men, makers report sourcing from varied regions and suppliers. Distinct counties and farms supply fibers, with fashion houses highlighting sustainable, multi origin inputs to meet demand.

Politician Thin Skinned and Loyal Endorsements Mentioned

The text jokes about politicians being thin skinned and notes Illinois backing Uncle Joe Cannon while endorsing tariff reform the same day. It references poultry traders asking 7500 dollars for four chickens, possible $600 discount, and a hypothetical balloon charter for a campaign tour being impractical due to lack of a rear platform.

Illnois Joe Cannon

Tari Revision Sparks Split Between Business and Democracy

The proposed tari revision pleases business interests while disappointing democratic expectations. The change aims to promote growth but fuels concerns about governance and public sentiment.

Populist Party Sinks After 1882 Electoral Vote Loss

In 1882 the populist party earned 22 LOCIANGG electoral votes before being absorbed by the Democrats. The piece notes broader decline and quotes a wry remark about bachelor life, highlighting a trend toward seeking change at sup pertime.

Lociangg

Economic discourse and military expenditure in a regional era

A column contrasts milliners and missionaries on costs, notes strong farm crop outlooks boosting business optimism, and critiques naval arms spending. It highlights Germany's Blucher cruiser, its price of 34.915 million, and a turbine version planned at 10 million. It argues peacetime labor shortages shift toward farming.

Germany

Ozone Seen as Germ Killer for City Water

Scientists claim ozone destroys germs effectively and could solve clean water issues if produced and applied economically for large urban quantities. Ozone is a form of electrified oxygen that attacks bacteria vigorously.

Legacy donation funds old fashioned spelling matches in Andover

The piece contrasts European basic schooling with U S methods and notes a five hundred dollar annual legacy to Andover Mass for spelling matches. It questions party boss influence on delegates and wonders where the silver tongued orators have gone as Coxey's army appears to be behind.

United States Andover Mass Coxey

Watson and Williame in St. Louis campaign review

The platform in St. Louis mirrors the prior campaign with no clear signs of increased strength. Observers note the stance remains similar to four years ago as Watson and Williame present no new direction.

Watson Williame St. Louis

Controversy Over Disfranchisement Debate and Diplomats

The text notes a southern congressman's speech against disfranchisement and his soon needed vote to oppose populism. It criticizes Charlemagne Tower and Whitelaw Reid for lavish spending that allegedly makes it hard for nonwealthy Americans to serve abroad, harming national representation at foreign courts.

Sapeike Charlemagne Tower Berlin Whitelaw Reid London

Famine in India Grows Urgent and Hopeless

A description of India's famine gripping 60 million people across 107000 square miles. The text argues the problem of maintenance is extremely difficult and nations recognize the moral duty of major rain powers to solve the crisis as famine recurs annually.

India

Threat to relocate anarchist paper sparks broad suppression request

The editor of a Paterson New York anarchist sheet warned he would publish elsewhere if banned at the current site. The president sent a message to Congress seeking to prohibit circulation of publications inciting murder arson and treason, aiming to curb the Liberate paper.

Paterson N. Y Congress

Milwuakee Boy Mayor Faces Wisconsin Governor Campaign

Sherby Becker, termed boy mayor, aims for the gubernatorial nomination in Wisconsin. Outside the state his actions appear to be shaping his image, while domestic strategies focus on building a credible record and campaign presence.

Sherby Becker Milwaukee Wisconsin Sherby

Russia Eyes Siberian Waterway Development Project

Russia and the United States recognize the value of waterways. The Russian government considers canals and light rail links connecting five great Siberian rivers: Tobol Ishim Irtysh Ob Yenisei. The plan, a major undertaking, could revitalize Siberia and attract world interest.

Russia United States Siberian Tobol Ishim Irlish Obl Yenisee Siberia

Woman urges respect for police at Chicago banquet

A Chicago woman at a Woman's Athletic Club banquet urged teaching school children to salute policemen. She argued that blue coats symbolize law and protection and deserve greater deference for patriotism and heroism, a suggestion she upheld as sensible and worthy.

Chicago Woman's Athletic Club Guardians of the Peace

Douglas county names James H. Riggs to fill vacant commissioner post

James H. Riggs editor of the Waterloo Gazette was appointed last week to Douglas county’s vacant commissioner seat. The position may extend to a three year term after an election and carries a salary of 1800 dollars. Riggs is said to owe the choice to Victor Rosewater’s support, aligning with calls for greater recognition of country editors.

Douglas County James H. Riggs Waterloo Riggs Victor Rosewater

German legal system relies on few lawyers and conciliator rulings

An American tourist notes Germany caps civil cases with three mayor-appointed conciliators before court. In a town of 14 000, only four lawyers serve the population. litigants pay all costs if the conciliators’ judgment is rejected. The conciliators hold a prestigious, unpaid office.

Germany

Doctor Dorland Answers Osler On Doctoring Peak Work

W A Newman Dorland spent three years forming a scientific reply to Osler’s claim that the average forty five year old has done his best work. The discussion centers on the timing and productivity of medical practitioners.

Dr. Osler W. A. Newman Dorland

Fifty-year-olds Still Capable of Strong Mental Powers

A study of 400 men of distinction across many fields finds the average age for their peak work is around fifty. The conclusion is that men at fifty retain top mental powers, and there is no reason for a sixty-year-old to retire from active pursuits.

Onda Dirihes

Harsh Critique of Japanese Music and Dance

The author claims there is no music in Japan beyond nature sounds and dismisses Japanese musical and dance efforts as dismal. He describes the Japanese as an odd race with little singing, no real dancing, and performances marked by posturing and fan flirting.

Japan

American Twomis Car Seeks New Route From Alaska to Paris

The American Twomis car travels back from Alaska after finding the trail narrow and the snow soft. Machines educated for harsh terrains cannot predict all issues. Plans shift to ship the machines to Vladivostok then 100 miles to Paris to test improvements and road ideas.

Alaska Vladivostok Paris

Roosevelt sues for navy scale. editor warns against excess

An editorial argues that President Roosevelt errs in backing four battleships while Senate and House favor two. It warns a too large navy provokes war, cites past naval lessons, and urges maintaining the current force to avoid national expense and conflict.

Senate House Roosevelt Navy Russia Japan Appropriations Committee

President's Message Urges Urgent Congressional Action

The president expresses frustration over stalled legislation and sends a stirring message urging funds for the Interstate Commerce Commission audits of railways, temporary emergency laws, tariff review, postal savings banks, and forest reserves. He faces banker opposition, highlighted by North Nebraska financiers meeting with George B. Roberts of Chicago.

Interstate Commerce Commission North Nebraska George B. Roberts Chicago

President's currency plan foes push postal savings critique

Mr Roberts attacks the presidents currency proposal and postal savings bank idea. He argues savings should stay local to support regional development, not flow to Washington. The piece notes expectations of currency reform and support for forest reserve legislation highlighted by Emerson Hough.

Postal Savings Bank Mr. Roberts Washington Congress Emerson Hough

Dangerous Politics on Sherman Antitrust Reform

The piece argues against amending the Sherman Act, labeling the bill dangerous politics backed by President Roosevelt and figures like Seth Low and Samuel Gompers. It warns the measure would legalize select combinations and empower courts to decide acceptability, risking class legislation and harm to liberty.

Roosevelt Seth Low National Civic Federation Samuel Gompers Supreme Court Chat Db Congress

Dilke as Premier Hope Fails Over Personal Scandal

An Enelleh dispatch argues Sir Charles Dilke would be the best British premier by intellect and leadership, uniting Liberal factions. Yet his past private life violates moral norms, likely preventing official advancement despite his unmatched knowledge of international and colonial affairs.

Enelleh Charles Dilke Great Britain Liberal Party Dilke

Public Faith and Moral Leadership in Anglo-Saxon Societies

A reflective piece argues home and family as the core of civilization and democracy, praising personal character over mere intellect. It cites Taft Hughes and Bryan era figures, urging leaders to combine ability with clean, principled lives to inspire trust and democratic virtue.

America England Dilke Inet William H. Taft Charles E. Hughes Bryan Johnson Minnesota Judge Gray Delaware Mr. Bryan

Around Town Hints at Local Sports and Spring Cheer

A Norfolk resident notes the mild recovery of dandelions after a cold snap while Burt Mapes and his team aim to beat the asylum club for YMCA support. Girls are advised to place candy in May baskets to delight the boys.

Weather notes on warm spell and cold snap

A fragmentary report mentions a warmth expectation at Thurmosteed plus a complaint about a frequent cold spell. It recalls last year’s April 20 temperature dipping to fifteen degrees and references a man up the Hue with the situation.

Norfolk Wishes a Merry Christmas

A festive note closes with warm regards to Norfolk residents, expressing holiday cheer and a cheerful sendoff for the season.

Norfolk

Norfolk Sees Summer Boom Ahead For City Growth

Local notes predict Norfolk will rise as a premier Nebraska convention city this summer. The Y M C A fund advances to the home stretch while Jack Koenigstein leads Norfolk baseball efforts and the high school builds a new stadium.

Jack Koenigstein Norfolk Koenigstein

Atchison Globe Lightens Readings On Life And Love

A compilation of pithy maxims explores human behavior and social quirks. It notes that kindness is rare when usefulness is gone, describes perceptions of beauty and wit, and contrasts reactions to one’s own child versus others. It blends humor with social commentary.

Drake Watson on sanity and agents over the years

Drake Watson reflects on efforts to be sensible and notes a lack of work by an agent for a long period, describing it as the only encouragement in years.

Drake Watson

Apricot Buds Spark Farmer Worry in Spring

A humorous note on springtime apricot buds and the absence of any man who has grown apricots, reflecting farmers’ perennial worry and a lighthearted district inquiry.

Cat knocks cup. man reports burglars in Atchison

A night incident ends with the largest man in Atchison filing a police complaint. He alleges his house was surrounded by burglars with cans and knives all night, according to the morning report.

Atchison

The Widower Goat Edwards Charms Social Scene

The passage portrays Goat Edwards as a steady, non gay widower who cooks for himself and earns respect in social settings. It notes his calm demeanor around women and jokes about men seeking long talks, poker, and card tricks as means to social success, highlighting admiration for his card magic.

Goat Edwards

Morning performance gap by gender noted in study

The text claims men perform best three to four hours after waking while women peak in that window after waking. It argues that any interruption to a woman's morning ruins her entire day’s work potential.

Minister Booth Honors Congregation With Farewell in Norfolk

Rev Booth and Mrs Booth received a farewell from over 100 church members in Norfolk on North Sixth Street. Speakers praised his four year pastorate and expressed support as he moves to lead the First Congregational Church in Norfolk Nebraska on May 17. The church gift a leather upholstered rocking chair was presented, and Mrs Booth plans a Geneva visit with their children before the move.

Heatrice Express Elwitt Booth, Jr Ula State North Sixth Street Uf G. Brown Donnell Woooa Booth Wid Hugh J. Dottie

Good Roads Plan Prompts Tax Talk in Clearwater

CL Brewer visited town Friday to discuss roads improvements. He favored a special tax to buy old stock and fund road work, arguing sustained funding would harden the road over a few years. Local engineer Vere reads suggested a broader plan with Hilde supporting a worker review.

Clearwater Hiw Stack Hothams Heap Homan Sims Fonds Vere

Bryan to Speak in Valentine and Spencer

William J Brean will deliver a lecture in Valentine on Sunday afternoons in May with 1400 seats arranged and no admission charge. He may speak in a Valentine church in the morning and will also address Spencer on Memorial Day. The YMC A fund may prompt a Norfolk trip as part of this north Nebraska tour. Sugar City Cereal Mills in Norfolk reports a car of meal and ample stock for feed stores and ranchers.

William J Brean Valentine Sten Bryan Spencer Norfolk Commercial Club Norfolk Nebraska Sugar City Cereal Mills

Plainview to Field a Strong Ball Team This Year

Plainview plans a competitive baseball squad similar to last year with Shindle and Kelly from Pierce slowed. Local boosters promote the town by backing a strong team and Norfolk business leaders recently discussed supporting a team this season. Pierce ponders whether it will field a team and when the talk will accelerate.

North Nebraska Pierce Plainview Shindle Kelly Reht Norfolk Cayson

Man Fatally Struck Sleeping on Northwestern Track

April 25 Deadwood reports a man later identified as Bernado Belesentti an Italian coal miner from Aladdin Wyoming 41 years old was struck and ground to pieces by a train on the Northwestern line to Lead He had come to town from Bell Fourche that day and appeared intoxicated A companion identified him by a cap found near the trunk Belesentti left a wife in Italy and a 12 year old son in Aladdin.

Deadwood SDPD Lead Bernado Belesentti Aladdin Wyo Bell Fourche Belesentti Italy

Cattle Market Leaders Shine In Chicago and Omaha

Gottfried Whitner again leads the market with top cattle prices. Earlier, he secured 7000 for a consignment sent to South Omaha. This week, he earned a solid price per load as shipments headed to Chicago.

Chicago Tilden Citinen Gottfried Whitner South Omaha

A Son Born to Mr and Mrs Roy Harrington

A son was born to Mr and Mrs Roy Harrington as announced in local society notes. The family requests prayers and best wishes as they welcome the new arrival.

Horn Roy Harrington

Also Mentioned on This Page

Florida Hall Milton Besa Count Bent Tom Watson Madam Paderzewski Wall Street National Assembly Beaconsfield Gladstone Saulsbury Joseph Chamberlain Burt Mapes Asylum Club Stelehing Thurmosteed Winside Legion Thebe Y. M. C. A. Fund Norfolk High School Norfuca Cat Meerette Dr. Kierstead John Koenigstein Koenietein Norfolk Ling Atchison Globe Lights Herre Tris Beatrice Rev. E. Booth, Jr
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