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Newspaper
Norfolk Weekly News Journal
Location
Norfolk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1908
Page
4
The article notes growing tensions between Britain and other powers as war looms. It mentions Hobson and a grim horizon, signaling looming military preparations and tense international climate.
Mise Abha Drigun of Bridgeport Cont claims the most unique position for a young woman in the state. She serves as the offeral germ hunter at the milk inspection laboratory.
An immigrant who landed in New York last week brought nine children and a plow. The best use for the plow would be selling it to a museum of antiquities while he learns to ride a sulky plow in the American fashion.
The report notes Governor Johnson says he is merely recalling speaking dates arranged before he was considered a papal candidate. It contrasts his stance with Mr. Bryan who is not offering similar explanations.
In Guatemala an odd tale recalls a long extinct canoe waking to use. The Denver convention looms in three months with no word from David B. Till He remains a dead political figure. Mr. Bryan criticizes Taft's shaky presidential bid. Spokane starts a fixed annual cleaning up day as thousands suspend business to tidy yards and streets.
The Civic Federation’s endorsement is questioned as Mayor Sturgeon faces opposition. Many federation members have previously voted against him, suggesting the move may be an attempt to undermine his administration early on.
A Norfolk discussion cites a local W C T U committee filing remonstrances against all saloon license applicants. Reformers aim to ban licenses, but business leaders warn prohibition would harm the city. Norfolk's cosmopolitan view supports licensed establishments for moderate drinking. The group questions sweeping anti licensure and notes some applicants are respectable.
The notice presents Silas R. Barton as a Republican candidate for Nebraska state auditor. It claims Barton will win the September primary and the general election, noting his current role as grand recorder of the A. O. U.S. and that no man in the state can beat him in either election.
The piece extols Barton as a trusted, strict, affable leader admired by 40 000 workers and broad state contacts. It predicts a standout performance in upcoming elections and a record in the state auditor’s office unmatched for honesty and meticulousness.
Norfolk merchants urged early acquisition of bunting flags and general decor to dress stores for summer events. The plan centers on stocking reusable materials and adding event specific features for occasions such as the U C T state convention in May and the Eagles state convention, to impress visitors with colorful, emblem rich displays.
The Newman Grove Reporter promotes state representative hopefuls with Lew J. Young as the Democrat pick and speculation on Republicans. T Alderson may not run. C A Smith and Wm. McIntosh are named, with Smith denying candidacy and McIntosh unlikely due to farming duties. The News backs Geo. N. Beels of Norfolk as the Republican choice, noting his long local service and law background.
A local tribute praises Giew N Teele as a progressive citizen who would zealously represent Netfolk Mirdleon and Madison counties in the west legislature. The note stresses Teele’s nonpartisan, fair-minded character and dedication to public interests.
Ten years after Commodore Dewey’s Manila Bay victory the article reflects on its lasting impact. It notes U S expansion, Filipino rights, naval prestige, and future questions about the Philippines amid the opening of the Panama Canal and Pacific trade growth. It highlights a cautious national pride and duty.
The Stanton Picket declares R. Y. Appleby of Stanton city as the Republican choice for state senator in the Eleventh district covering Madison Pierce Stanton and Warne counties. It argues Stanton county’s turn follows a historical rotation among the four counties, citing past holders from Madison, Wayne, and Pierce counties and asserting Appleby will maintain district balance.
An editorial argues against instant saloon reductions without warning to owners. It urges a gradual approach, compensation for tied investments, and licensing as a regulated market with strict enforcement to prevent abuse. The piece questions fixed quotas versus market-driven licensing.
An editorial argues that licensing reform can curb saloon corruption by lowering demand and profits. It credits industry with temperance progress and advocates city councils reduce licenses with proper warning, noting remonstrances would still arise from rejected properties.
A Duluth Bethel mission lines hundreds of unemployed men for meals each morning in March while a reporter hides among them to gauge who deserves aid. He learns workers see little hope of immediate jobs as the crowd faces long waits and harsh uncertainty.
A Duluth reporter observes crowds of unemployed men near a shelter. He argues society must separate the unwilling from the willing, condemning the idle poor and idle rich while urging harsh aid for the industrious and a moral push to earned bread.
A column of light local items from Norfolk mentions May baskets and weather jokes, Y M C A team effort, circus trade day, and a Friday visit for the wise farmer. It cites Fremont Tribune notes, Stanton Register remarks, Creighton News routing, and Nebraska City News lines about weddings, baseball, and conventions.
The lodge accepted an offer from Norfolk, a setback to the proposition, yet overall relief as the group moves toward securing the forthcoming convention.
A collage of quips and observations on life, love, money, and social norms. The piece muses on human behavior, generosity, debts, social success, and the quirks of small town life with pointed, witty lines attributed to various readers.
New York May 2 relics of actress Annie Pixley and husband Robert Pulford are displayed in an auction window. Stored for years to pay charges the items include scripts from M Liss and The Deacon's Daughter, photos, scrapbooks, and Pulford’s papers. Pulford married Pixley and, as her manager, inherited a fortune estimated at 500000 dollars.
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