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Newspaper
North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune
Location
North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
2
Wide Field of Events Card Several National Figures Speak
A crowded report lists speeches and political moves from Fargo to Nebraska. Taft, Bryan, Roosevelt, Beveridge, Haskell and Taft’s Omaha tour figure among appearances and remarks on tariffs, labor, and policy. Governor Rolled and other officials tackle regional issues while courts and conferences unfold nationwide.
Civil leaders attend twelfth League convention
The war department announced the appointment of a new second lieutenant from civil service nationwide. Attendees included Ohiy Omctaiyx and Delia from across the country, with talks on administration policy and national defense. Governor Haske of Oklahoma attended along with state and municipal officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of
Allante
Dupont
Delaware
Roosevelt Aims Shakeup in Cabinet and Treasury
The report notes President Roosevelt dismissed Linenin Avery, collector at Port Miicom Mieh, and ordered removal of Charles H. Dalit from the Treasury. It also references a letter revoking disbarment of A. H. Vorys of Ohio from Interior Department practice, amid a broader party and policy controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilton
Waahuveten
Nebraskan City
Wlvil
Roosevelt
Linenin Avery
Port
Miicom
Mieh
Andle
Chaarles H. Dalit
Trenmury
Rednevellede
William J. Diervan
Eno Palin
Ttrvan
Teunta
Morgan City
Prestiunt Roosevelt
Lawh
Interior Department
Interior
Corneliian N. Blive
Wiretown experiments satisfy admiralty wireless tests
Reports say British admiralty officials tested wireless telephony between London offices and Channel Fleet vessels under Dr. Lee De Forest. FB. Smith, Transvaal agriculture chief, sails to the U.S. for agricultural development talks. cholera cases and deaths rise in St. Petersburg, a tourist steamer Argonaut sinks after a collision, and Sir George Truscott becomes London’s lord mayor amid parade plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiralty
Lee de Forest
London
Channel Fleet
FB. Smith
Transvaal
United States
Smith
America
St. Petersburg
Argonaut
Dritheh
Offfta
Francia Triscott
Democratic figures tour and resignations noted across states
Conmenminen James Sherman and Nicholas Longworth engage in district talks with Speaker Cannon as President Roosevelt faces overheard charges about Governor Haskell. Bryan plans a three city tour of speeches in April addressing Roosevelt statements. Hearst finances speeches supporting Chaimney and Governor Haskell. Dem National Committee letters to Attorney General Bonaparte. London protest resolutions on Wyomansine. Governor Hughes notified of renomination and delivers three speeches in Brooklyn. A farewell service marks missionary departures to China and other regions. Nebraska workers Rev. William Axline and Mrs. Axline head to Japan with Rev. Bon Harris set for Burmah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meveridee
Fargo
Paleldal
Dent Norman & Mehall
Bow
Fon
Mare
Frpogriapiileal
Bristow
Texas
National Irrigation Congress
Spokane
Roosevelt
Thompsonville
Sheldon
Nebraska
Wyoming
South Dakota
Rolley Evans
Abbsence
League of American Municipalities
Omaha
Montreal
Manila
Philippine Islands
Taft
Mra
Howard Gould
Denver
A. '’. Peters
Nebraska University
Bryan
Haskell
Thaw
Savings Bank Section
American Bankers
Penver
Spcluelon of Savings Dansk
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
Canaha
Central States
Texan
James
Sherman
Nicholas Longworth
Cannon
W. J. Veyon
Thoonevelt
Haskell Wa
Wiiwkell
Bryan Conehed A Three Awouka Tour By Apeoches In Town, Gaprlwry
Weller
William K Hearst
Chiarney
Aya Henuel
Hawkell Amd
Gene Tor
London
Hughes
New York
Witslon
Pote
China
Japan
India
Atros
Philippines
American Baptist Missionary Union
Botton
Nihaon
Nebraekans
William Axlinie
Mre. Axting
Bon. Harris
Burmuh
Ferdinand for Independence Threats and War Clouds Rise
The article reports rising European tensions as Bulgaria and Turkey near war over Roumelian issues. Movements near borders and mobilizations signal possible conflict while Austria seeks Bosnia and Hungary notes. Monarchs weigh inciting actions and diplomacy frays as representatives prepare for potential outbreak.
Crowds Gather for Rosebud Lands Filings at Mitchell
More than 2,000 people traveled to Mitchell on Sunday en route to Chamberlain to file for Rosebud lands. Crowds included hundreds of women and many arrived on late trains as registration day approached. The Milwaukee Trend carried twenty five coaches unable to handle the crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Chamberlain
Rosebud
Milwaukee
Cragh
Man Falls Over Falls Near Brewster Cameron
A 63 year old merchant from Brewster Cameron Texas drowned on the riverbank about a half mile above the falls. He was with F fl Pulford of Helmire Maine and COOD Pidball of Buffalo when Cameron lurched and toppled into the river during an attempted crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Falls
Nineoin Malla NL
Brewster Cameron
Il Nap
Tex
F. Fl Pulford
Helmire
Cood
Pidball
Buffalo
Cameron
Bryan itinerary outlines stops across Missouri and Nebraska
The plan lists W. J. Bryan's travels to Chicago and several Missouri and Nebraska cities including Kansas City St Joseph and Lincoln with speaking engagements noted in October. The fragmentary text mentions Democratic headquarters and a schedule with dates in October and locations like Fort Hatinthal Mo and Cinloaburc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Chitara
W. J. Arvante
Chicago
Wilhele
Dolor
Btrogtor
Cinloaburc m
Quincy
Fort Hatinthal
Missouri
Kansas City
St, Joseph
Lincoln
Neb
Great Welcome for Fleet to Visit Japan in October
The passage notes the Toklo-Japan fleet planning a grand welcome in splendor for the American battleship fleet. Preparations for the impending visit by American officers and men are completed. Vessels expected October 17 for a one week stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toklo
Japan
Amin
Roma
Boosting Commerce of West Convenes at San Francisco
The nineteenth annual session of the Transmississippi Commercial Congress meets in San Francisco on Tuesday with 1500 delegates. West of the Mississippi will be represented and a variety of import topics will be discussed for the western half of the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transmissiesippi Commercial Congress
San Francisco
San Minecloo
Reke
Mississippi
Nebraska News and Notes: Adams county topics and incidents
Adams county old settlers form a history committee. Farmers urged to gain telephones and low-cost service. A hog disease outbreak near Stanton kills livestock. hogs’ spleens show rot and worms. Falls City explosion injures residents. two buildings collapse in Omaha cleaning shop blast. Stolen horse and harness valued at $250 prompt a $75 reward and tip-off to the public. Helen Keller linked to Adams property heirs rumors. Fairbury reports wheat yields of 31.5 bushels per acre. Jefferson county land rising in value. Nebraska City and Omaha figures referenced in local events and crimes. Deep waterway delegates named for Chicago convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams County
Old Settlers Association
Hastings
Lear
Vroeka Telephone Company
Demas Street
Omaha
Stanton
Henry Bean
Falls City
Adame County
Mia
Bean
O. C. McLaughlin
Cuming Street
Faulder
Beatrice
Hooper
Nebraska
Graham
Cheyenne
Wyo
Union
Nebraska City
Henry Keller
Helen Keller
A. K. Hendrickson
Loup City
Madden
Keller
John Schoenrock
Fairbury
Schoenreck
Jefferson County
J. W. Higgins
Oklahoma
J. D Housth
Fort Kearney
St. Louis
Savanah
St. Charles
Charles
Davis
District Court
Dr Ruethy
Greeley
Byrne Ty
Peter Relfers
Sherif Sutton
Byrne
Sheldon
Chicago
William Hayward
Charles Sloan
Geneva
Eugene Bradley
H. T. Clarke, Sr
James North
Columbus
Eb, P. Myer
Alliance
State Treasury report shows September balances and funds
Nebraska State Treasurer L G Brian files a September report detailing a total balance of 415 017 with 899 140 in state depository banks and cash on hand. Permanent trust funds total 8 171 021 with most allocated to permanent school and university endowments and normal endowments. Receipts and disbursements for September are listed in the statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. G. Brian
Permanent School
Famil
Permanent University
Receuituial College
Endow
WOOHE
Psc
Deviree
BT Saa
State Treasury
Government Examinations Open in Lincoln Grand Island Omaha
The United States Civil Service Commission announces exams in Lincoln, Grand Island, and Omaha on dates in October for multiple posts including cultural, highway and railway engineering, forest and librarian roles, veterinary and telegraph operator duties. Open to all U.S. citizens meeting requirements. apply to Washington or the civil service board in the listed locations for forms and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Civil Service Commission
Lincoln
Grand Island
Omaha
Department Commerce and Labor
Philippine Service
National Museum
Naval War College
Department of Yards and Docks
Navy Yard
Bureau of Engineering and Printing
Bureau of Plant Industry
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
United States
Washington
Secretary of the Civil Service Board of Examiners of
Lumber Moon Fight At State Rail Commission
Lincoln lumber bowlers challenged Omaha lumbermen’s request to readjust south bound rates. The commission set a uniform rate of 264 cents per hundred, drawing demurrers from Omaha and claims of unfair treatment and discrimination by Lincoln and Omaha factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Railway Commission
Lincoln
Omaha
Interesting Commerce Commission
Lincoln Commercial Club
Suit Over Woodmen Policy Seeks $2000 Damages
Cary Duncan files in district court against Modern Woodmen of America claiming W. D. Duncan was in good standing when he died on July 41 1008. She alleges he held a policy worth 1000 with her as beneficiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cary Duncan
Woodmen of America
Judgmenut
W. D. Duncan
Order
Clough Maintains Lead After Garfield County Recount
Garfield county recount in the Forty-ninth district shows Clough edging Fitzsimmons by one vote. Original returns had Fitzsimmons 282 to Clough 252. The recount reduced Fitzsimmons’ margin and left Clough with a one vote majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clough
Garfield County
G. W Fitzstromony
Repul- Hoan
Tor
F. W. Clough
Fitzsimmons
Fitzalmmone
Telegraph Service Restored at Missouri Depot Amid Privacy Concerns
The Missouri Presteraih road moved to reinstate telegraph service at its Wabank depot after a commission allowed one company to test telephone lines instead of telegraph. Town citizens objected to privacy in business messages, and the commission recently advised it may not issue an order to reinstate telegraph service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Presteraih
Wabank
Citizern
Valle
Tuberculosis Exhibition Prep Under Way in Omaha
Preparations for a ten day tuberculosis exhibition to begin October 12 in Omaha are led by the Nebraska association and the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis. W L Coxper of New York City heads the exhibit with plans for Lincoln Fremont Beatrice and Grand Island. Local committees are urged in every city as the campaign expands statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska Association
Washington
Omaha
National Association For the Study and Prevention
Alk-Bar-Ben
Association
State Board of Health
Nebraska farm statistics show census of farms and crops
Labor Commissioner Ryder reports Nebraska’s 1908 census covers 20 516052 acres on farms with 12562746 cultivated. 224220 people over age two. 6155765 chickens and 187 other fowls. 242003 acres timber and 1821 nursery stock. Decline in crop acreage blamed on late spring floods and high water. pasturage and hay crops strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryder
Bulletin
Nebraska
Stormy Passage Of Engineer After Atlantic Hurricane
George L. Campen former city engineer and canal zone water commissioner reports a harrowing Atlantic crossing from a September 21 letter. He describes a thirty six hour hurricane that wrecked the ship, stranded the crew, lost three men, and left lifeboats gone save one. He clung to a door knob for survival during the ordeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Campen
Canal Zone
Gulf Coast
L. J. Dunn
Colon
Atlantic Ocean
Populist Nominee Withdraws From State Senate Bid
C A Skoog of Holdrege has declined the populist nomination for the Twenty eighth district state Senate election after taking oath to accept the primary result. He had appeared on the ticket but chose to withdraw his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Skoog
Holdrexe
State Senate
Nebraska Delegate Named for National Negro Association
Governor appoints Bud Lindsey of Lincoln as Nebraska delegate to the National Negro Association in Mobile Alabama for the latter part of November. Lindsey represents Nebraska in the event and attends on behalf of the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud” Lindsey
Lindsey
Lincoln
Sheldon
Nebraska
Mobile
Ala
Secretary of State Fees for September Totaled 2470.20
The office of the Secretary of State reported September fees totaling 2470.20. A portion of 2.00510 was attributed to Miingar, head of incorporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of State
Miingar
Tncorporation
Coal mine owners seek Nebraska Railway Commission aid
Soft coal mine owners from Walsenburg Colorado petition the Nebraska Railway Commission for support to secure water transportation for shipping coal to Nebraska. They request the Interstate Commerce Commission to join and become a party to the contract, promising lower costs for Nebraska. The matter will be considered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walsonboro
Colo
Nebraska Railway Commission
Hiere Equitable
Nebraska
Colorado
COMTI
AON
Amiel Prekent
Conrite
Comuntantes
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Anstela
St Iw
FLEET
Nebraska News and Notes
the Treasury OF
Brian
Univ
Col
Egdm
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Nebraska Farm Statistics
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