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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1916
Page
6
World in brief captures key events from the past week across nations. Leaders, markets, and conflicts shape the global timeline as reporters tally notable developments and the public weighs their impact.
The senate approved a measure to halt interstate commerce in products made with child labor. The 62 to 12 vote mirrored House action, as supporters push to curb child labor practices nationwide.
A long list of regional events and notices includes conventions in Lincoln Omaha Hastings and Fremont. fairs in Grand Island and Mitchell. labor federation meetings. a variety of crop and livestock market updates. accidents including deaths from auto and rail incidents. a church project in Pender. a post office robbery in Florence. and local storms causing damage.
An expert claims the experiment was funded by Plattsmouth and Union capitalists, with no oil found in the state. The report names local financiers and questions the venture's aims and results.
A roundup of gatherings and fairs in Nebraska includes the Great Western Race Meet in Omaha August 22 to 26, the Nebraska State Fair in Lincoln September 4 to 7, Central Nebraska Fair in Grand Island September 12 to 16, and the National Swine Show in Omaha October 2 to 7. Also listed are conventions of the Womens Christian Temperance Union in Omaha September 17 to 22, State Federation of Labor in Fremont September 13, and O F State Convention in Lincoln October 17 to 20.
An experimental well east of the Nebraska Iowa line near Union was abandoned and casings withdrawn. Financed by Plattsmouth and Union capitalists the drill penetrated Mississippian rock several thousand feet down and passed through multiple formations including Bethany Falls and Coffeyville without encountering Cherokee shale. Charles H. Baker of Des Moines led the operation.
Proceedings center on a will left by Reverend Walter McDonald of Exeter who bequeathed much to a distant cousin and to Bishop J. H. Tihen and Father William McDonald. Plaintiffs allege mental incapacity and seek about $10,000. Hearing before Judge W R Fulton occurred with postponement to September 12 for depositions from eastern parties.
A car crash one mile east of Sutton killed nine year old Otto Griess instantly and 87 year old Charles Bauer died later. Gertrude Griess age seven and John Griess, driver and father of the children, may die.
John M. Thurston former United States senator and noted Nebraska figure died at his home in Omaha last week. He rose to prominence for a Cuba speech in 1898 said to have helped trigger the Spanish American War, delivered at his late wife’s dying request during a Cuba mission with a Senate investigative committee.
Two men arrived at the Farmers State Bank of Florence last Saturday at noon in a car. One man entered, protected by a revolver, and secured about $1,000 in cash from Cashier Jesse Nelson before fleeing with his accomplice named Jims.
A severe hail and rain storm struck Lincoln County near Sutherland last week. Reports say ground lay under six inches of hail in places and stones reached six inches in diameter, causing significant crop and building damage.
Expert argues sands bearing oil and gas may not exist in Nebraska's mid continent field or beneath eastern anticlines. He notes no commercial oil or gas likely despite numerous formations, while the well cost totalled $9 000.
A heavy wind storm last week partially demolished the Oxford State Bank and the Burlington roundhouse, causing widespread damage across Oxford and adjacent territory.
Thirty five babies are already entered in the better babies show at the state fair. August 21 is the closing date for entries. Secretary Mellor expects many more contestants in coming days for the valuable awards. Under rules, all but 100 contestants are eliminated before final judging, allowing judges more time with each contestant.
Stella D. Weber reports Richardson County built no new school houses in the year. The county has 104 districts with 97 frame and 17 brick schools, six parochial, 19 male teachers and 153 female teachers. Enrollment includes 2,214 male pupils and 2,330 female pupils. Male teacher pay totaled 15,845 dollars. female teachers received 69,460 dollars.
Neligh resident Grant Peterson 26 died instantly when a shotgun exploded while he cleaned the trigger. He held the muzzle near his heart, intending to clear the weapon. authorities described it as a fatal accident.
A destructive wind and hail storm swept the Rushville vicinity late last week causing extensive damage to buildings and crops. The storm's force disrupted the area with shattered roofs and fallen trees. Local residents assess losses as officials survey the scene.
Secretary Mellor of the State Fair board completes music plans for the fair with contracts. George Green's band Omaha Nebraska State band Lincoln Ainsworth Scotts Bluff Superior and Verdon City bands participate. The Kitties from Canada and LeBaron Wheatley grand opera singers of Lincoln join the program, reinforced by top local talent.
Cattle receipts for the first seven months reach 94,703 head and 3,158 cars ahead of last year with total arrivals at 656,764. Hog receipts total 211,370 head ahead of last year for the same period, signaling a stronger livestock market in Omaha.
West Point's Helen Cimes owned by the Schinstock brothers captured the 2:18 pacing event at the Great Western meet in Omaha on August 22 earning the $2,000 Hal McInny purse. The horse has won nine straight races and never lost a heat, a record widely discussed in horse circles as top entries for Omaha include many of the fastest U S horses.
Over a thousand pounds of fish were taken from Logan Creek below the dam. Low water from the drainage ditch pushed fish to the surface where hundreds were killed with spears and shotguns.
North Platte health officials announce city water supply is contaminated due to suspected sewer seepage into water mains. Officials warn residents to avoid use of the water for drinking and cooking until safeguards and cleanup are implemented.
The Senate caucus approved a revenue bill amendment raising surtax on incomes over 2 million dollars from 10 to 13 percent. Delegates debated higher surtax options up to 25 percent while preserving a 2 percent normal income tax and delaying tax on dividends before March 1 1918 when the constitutional amendment took effect.
New York reports that 400000 railroad workers threaten a general strike unless an eight hour day and overtime pay are granted by 23865 rail systems. A peaceful settlement hinges on a new arbitration form, but workers refuse proposed boards citing lack of representation under current statutes.
Reports to the federal trade commission indicate the newspaper paper shortage will intensify by late October when renewal contracts come due. The presidential election and the European war are expected to drive demand to unprecedented levels, with manufacturers saying they cannot build reserves as in previous summers.
Lincoln letters from H. F. Carson of the Anti saloon league ask candidates their stance on adopting the amendment enforcing prohibition and on backing adequate legislation. The inquiries request whether nominees favor enforcement measures and will support majority approved laws.
Washington Representative Helgeson of North Dakota introduced a resolution challenging Rear Admiral Peary's claim to discovering the North Pole. It proposes Congress repeal the 1911 act praising Peary and offering him its thanks.
Washington reports a canvass of the Senate led by Senator Thomas to judge if a federal amendment on suffrage can be brought to a vote this session without extended debate. The suffragist committee chair seeks swift action and clear support.
Washington reports a cabled summary of France’s blacklist order mirroring Britain’s embargo under the trading with the enemy decree. Ambassador Sharp at Paris did not forward the list of affected American firms. press reports abroad say it does not greatly enlarge Britain's blacklist.
London papers report that Chicago wheat market activity is being blamed for higher bread costs in London. Editors say circumstances appear to have conspired to push prices up as part of periodic gambles, with operators possibly forcing prices to market limits though a true corner is not believed possible.
At the Nebraska Press Association business session in the opera house, Clark Perkins of Aurora Republican was named president, C. B. Cass of Ravenna News as vice president, A. D. Scott of Nebraska Halter as secretary treasurer, Miss Anna Hunt of Omaha as corresponding secretary, with Omaha chosen for the next meeting in Scottsbluff.
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