Nebraska Briefs Highlight Diverse State News
Reports from Fairbury to Lincoln cover a new theater project, university military training support, a northeast Nebraska tour, and the Feeders' Day event. Fires burn property near Broken Bow and Louisville, while crime and agricultural stats shape public life.
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Fairbury
Nebraska Council of Christian Education
Alliance Dune Ss
University of Nebraska
Nebraska
Regents
State University
Ius Neitzel
Milt Willians
Broken Bow
State College of Agriculture At
Lincoln
Iemil Forsberg
Laurel
Colon
Saunders County
Charles Robins
Madison
State Farmers Union
Aurora
Grand Island
Central City
Liberty
Metro
Omaha
Harm Hinrichs
Nebraska City
Sharp
Newbraska
State
Federal Division of Agricultural Statistics
Warmers and Merchants Bank
Saiibury
Burlington
Northwestern
G. P. Meyer
John Wagner
Louisville
Verdon
T. W. Bass
State Gas Tax Bureau
Fritz Carlson
Box Butte County
Wallfill
Congressman Howard
Washington
Rudolph Tillman
Bethany
McMullen
North Flatte
Taylor's Lake
Ravenna
Jraal. Walton League
State Agricultural College
Station Board of
E Education
Smith- Hughes
Nebraska University adopts 16 unit entrance plan
A. A. Reed announces Nebraska State University will apply a 16 unit admission standard next September. Freshmen may enter using credits from grades 10 11 and 12, replacing the prior semestral point system from four year high school work.
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The
State University
A. A. Reed
Jury Convicts Louis Clark in City Killing Spree
Omaha jury quickly convicts Louis Clark alias Frank Carter of first degree murder for a week of terror that killed two men wounded two others and fired on more than a dozen. He is sentenced to death in the electric chair after a three hour deliberation.
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Omaha
Louis Clark
Frank Carter
Immigrant Guests Appeared From Many Lands at Grand Island Hotel
Local resident George N. Mortimer found an 1875 to 1877 Grand Island Grand Island House hotel register showing travelers from Africa Arabia England Denmark and numerous other nations.
Farrowing Record Claimed for 1926 by Local Hog Breeder
S Spath of this place says he has six Duroc sows that farrowed 87 pigs in 1926, an average of about 14½ per litter. He challenges any farmer or hog breeder to produced a record equal to this performance.
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Scribner
Ll. S. Spath
Fontanelle to Erect Marker for 1856 Fontanelle College
The NiKuMe chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Blair will erect a memorial marker this summer for Fontanelle College founded in 1856 and claimed as the first college west of the Mississippi. The marker will be carved from a 10 ton boulder.
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Fontanelle
Fontanelle College
Mississippi
Daughters of the American Revolution of
Blair
Legion pushes 1926 as banner membership year in Nebraska
The Nebraska department of the American Legion aims for a statewide quota of 22 000 members as part of a national drive to make 1926 the organization’s banner year. The bulletin from state headquarters in Lincoln outlines the plan and target.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Champion Corn Grower Sets Record in Nebraska
P Noyes, 1925 Nebraska champion, under guidance of the state college of agriculture, planted forty acres and averaged 101 bushels per acre. The crop was sown between May 5 and 20 as 1926 aspirants seek to surpass the mark.
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Louisville
P. Noyes
Nebraska
Noyes
State College of Agriculture
Lincoln county pageant to debut in North Platte May
Forty rural schools in Lincoln County prepare a historical pageant to be produced in North Platte in early May under the supervision of County Superintendent Rose D North.
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North Platte
Lincoln County
Rose D. North
Thayer County Pioneer E H Brock Dies at 82
Hebron resident E H Brock aged 82 dies after nearly fifty years in Thayer County. Born in Savannah Missouri he lived near St Joseph and Denver before the Civil War.
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Thayer County
Hebron
E. H. Brock
Savannah
St. Joseph
Denver
Youngs Celebrate Golden Wedding in Plattsmouth
Mr and Mrs D A Young marked their golden wedding anniversary in Plattsmouth Nebraska recently. Mr Young has lived in Nebraska for seventy one years having moved here at age three.
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Plattsmouth
D. A. Young
Mr. Young
Nebraska
Farm Clubs Target 7500 Members by 1926 End
Lincoln and Nebraska farm clubs aim to enroll 7,500 Nebraska boys and girls by year end 1926, according to the state extension department. The effort underscores statewide youth agricultural education and community involvement through club participation.
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Lincoln—Nebraska
Nebraska
State Agricultural College
Crow bounty record shattered by Ernest Lusche claim
Ernest Lusche, a farmer northeast of here, claimed a bounty of 10 cents per bird for 564 crows, pushing the Columbus Platte county tally into the records.
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Columbus
Platte County
Ernest Lusche
Here
Pheasant Collision Shatters Car Windshield
A pheasant struck a large sedan causing instant death to the bird and breaking two heavy plate glasses in the windshield. The impact also left sight scratches on the driver Gus Woes and marred the car’s woodwork.
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Grand Island
Gus
Lincoln Woman Found Dead in Husband's Car
The badly beaten body of Mrs Frank Sharp aged 48 was found in her husband's automobile near Lincoln and her husband was jailed in connection with the killing.
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Lincoln
Frank Sharp
Here
Fish Stocking Efforts Reported Across Nebraska in 1925
The state game and fish administration distributed over 1.3 million fish from Gretna Valentine and Benkelman hatcheries to various Nebraska waters in 1925. It also seined about 300,000 fish from shallow ponds and streams and relocated them to safer sites to prevent loss from freezing and drying.
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Benkelman
Gretna
Valentine
Nebraska
State Game and Fish Administration
New Buildings Planned for Adams County Fair
Hastings merchants and manufacturers join to oppose one building plan at the Adams county fair exhibition. The proposed structure would cost about $3,000 and is to be rejected.
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Hastings
Prisoners to Work in Alliance City Jail Digging Ditches
City inmates are set to dig ditches for water mains while hoboes and other visibly unemployed people are given work assignments.
Farm Barn Design Shows Thrift and Planning
William A. Radford explains how a well planned barn reflects thrift and profitability. He describes a sample barn with upright siding, concrete foundation, tile silos, a covered manure pit, feed rooms, multiple stock pens, litter alleys, concrete floors, and abundant sunlight and ventilation.
Spring Crepe Frocks Shape Daytime Fashion
Alisa Bottomley notes crepe fabrics remain popular as designers showcase two piece appearances for one piece dresses and nautical neckties. Miami Palm Beach influence shifts milinery from felt hats to straw and silk blends with gilded leather accents and plaid trims, while pastel crepe georgette hats finish summer ensembles.
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Maine
Florida
Miami
Palm Beach
Screening Windows Is Modern Necessity
The piece argues screens are essential for homes with both wood and metal frame options. Wood requires more repairs while metal can rust if not painted. Types include slide and hinged. roll screens are absent. Industry competition spurs rapid screen development and patented devices.
Open the sash from inside without disturbing screens
The note advises opening the sash from within the room to avoid moving or disturbing the window screens, suggesting a quiet method for access without external disruption.
Tight Coal Bins Cut Dust by Smart Craft
A brief note on building a coal bin. It should be tight to keep dust out yet not over elaborate. For an average home the cost for a carpenter in labor runs about ten dollars.
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Paris
Clean Gutters Yearly and Paint the Inside
Neglect of gutters on a house leads to greater expense than most issues, so gutters should be cleaned at least once a year, ideally in the fall after leaves stop falling, with a few hours and a long ladder for upkeep.
Wide Plank Flooring From Kiln Dried Veneer Construction
A flooring maker uses kiln dried lumber to produce wide planks with laminated veneer to reduce shrinkage cupping and warping for early English French and Colonial styles.
All Need Varnish There Are Few Woods
The article discusses varnish use on wood, noting few woods take varnish well in their natural state. It suggests painting or enamel on plain woods and recommends varnishing after staining or graining for best results.
Gutter Cleaning and Painting Advice for Homes
The author notes spring melting snow and rainy periods reveal cleaning results. Contractors often include two coats for exterior gutters but not internal surfaces. After painting the house, clean gutters and apply one or two coats of red paint to the interior.
White Pine and Arkansas Soft Pine Character Notes
White pine carries a distinct character that shines through when stained or enamelled. Arkansas soft pine, noted for its beauty, forms a satin like interior trim after finishing.
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Arkansas
Wire Cloth for Screens and Household Uses
Wire cloth for screens and other household uses made of copper or bronze or galvanized zinc is obtainable.
New Spring Capes Show Plaited Chiffon Craft
New fashion features capes in chiffon plaited so fine that the weave appears unbroken. Many designs include a contrasting plain chiffon lining for added color and texture.
Tea Rose Lingerie Emerges in New Color Trend
Tea Rose offers a delicate shade between pink and yellow, highlighted by cream lace accents. The refined tone enhances lingerie designs with a soft, vintage feel and versatile pairing options.
Parchment Toned Shoes Highlight New Fashion
Describes shoes in parchment tones such as bois de rose or blond satin with gold or silver trim. Notes decorative bands of mottled kid suggesting fine brocade and a smart, fashionable appearance.
Belting Hats Colorful Spring Ribbon Styles
Belting ribbon in clear spring colors brightens smart little hats designed to accompany simple tailored suits. The accessory offers versatile use with various ensembles, highlighting fresh hues and streamlined silhouettes.
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