Caught at Superior in burglary case linked to Clark Brumage
Sheriff Jones locates Clark Brumage in the county jail after three Lawrence stores were robbed last Saturday night. Beatrice hounds failed to trail him. In Superior he was arrested with a pistol four razors jewelry worth 50 to 75 dollars and a bottle of whisky. Brumage, about 35, shaved mustache, previously lived in Beloit Kansas.
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Nelson
Neb
Jones
Clark
Lawrence
Beatrice Blood Hounds
Superior
Beloit
Kas
Mountain Lion Threatens Stock Around Redfern Table
Callaway Nebr. H S Mahan reports a large mountain lion near Redfern Table about fifteen miles south of town killing calves and colts and scaring residents. Similar sightings and stock killings occurred north of Lexington weeks earlier with hunting parties failing to stop the animal. Locals fear the predator has moved north toward Lexington and may spur organized hunts.
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Callaway
Lexington
Redfern Table
Court Martial Passes Sentences on Fort Wayne Officers
Case of Col Daniel Corman and Capt Charles G French of the Seventh Infantry at Fort Wayne Michigan. Corman receives one month suspension and a reprimand approved by the president. French sentence dismissed but later reduced to fifty file reductions with presidential approval.
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Washington
Daniel Corman
Charles G. French
Seventh Infantry
Fort Wayne
Mich
Coone Corman
French
Mysterious Stranger Disappears After Station Shootout
Fremont Nebraska reports a mystery man who shot at union station and fled after resisting arrest by two young wagon drivers. The man has not been seen since the affray and was once the target of a citywide manhunt before vanishing. In Augusta Georgia, President-elect Taft and his family plan a quiet arrival and rest with hosts Landon Thomas and family. Washington notes cattle disease blamed on imports and materials carried by immigrants as authorities seek an emergency response.
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Fremont
Neb
Union Station
Taft
Wren
Viata
Augusta
Helen
Landon Thomas
Bryn
Territt Cottage
Washington
Wilson
House
Department of Agriculture
More Ships to Be Built
Washington announces new submarine contracts after Congress approval. Electric Boat Co wins four boats for Mare Island yard, American Laurenti Co builds one at Cramp Sons, Lake Torpedo Boat Co. builds one at Newport News. Two boats to be government constructed.
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Washington
Newberry
Electric Boat Co
Mare Island Navy Yard
American Laurenti Co
William Cramp Sons’ Establishment
Lake Torpedo Boat Co
Newport News Shipbuilding Co
Nebraska Notes Highlights from Crete to Valparaiso
Nebraska notes report several illnesses in Crete with ton silitis cases, farm sales at DeWitt and Syracuse, a depot robbery at Milford, a Swan ton bridge reopening, and a fire damage case against Norfolk National Bank. Other items note farm sales near Fairbury, Bereaved Arlington resident, clergy events in Valparaiso, corn show work in Omaha, and local road improvements.
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Crete
Fred Woodruff
Familly
Elkhorn
Woodruff
PF. W. Cerveny Thas
DeWitt
J. J. Kreuscher
John Adams
Dodge
Otis Barnes
Pawnee
Bonner Springs
Kan
Norfolk
Wilber
Milford
Angus Heinzman
Jefferson County
Fairbury
Swanton
Will James
Dorchester
Educations Department of
Omaha
Tobias
W. H. Taylor
Moses Abraham
Pierce
Herman von Rein
Hooper
North Carolina
W. N. Hunter
Syracuse
A. JF. Coddington
J. G. Hutchinson
Edholm
Hutchinson
England Farm
Fremont Y. M. C. A. Thas
Ferdinand Wendorf
Western
Racine
Wis
Mr. Wendorf
Archie Dyer
M. F. Schuster
Filley
Lucas Bartek
Saunders County
Ora Eagle
Valparaiso
Henry C. Richmond
Iremont
Nebraska
Eiseley
Norfolk National Bank
Madison County
Thisaley
Sutherland
The Lure Of The Motor
A rural farmer converts to driving after a rainy ride in a car. A Nebraska traveler recalls how a burly farmer, initially hostile after a hen’s death, ends up enjoying the motion and asks about the car’s price as the journey carries him far from home.
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Redfield
Hatten
Milford
Billy
Rusty Milk Cans and Windbreaks Studied for Farming
The bulletin reviews how rusty milk cans injure cheese making by tainting milk and slowing rennet action, with iron dissolution noted. It also outlines a Forest Service project testing windbreaks to quantify crop protection and yields, starting with corn and aiming to guide tree planting on farms.
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University of Wisconsin Agricultural Experiment Station
Europe
Forest Service
United States Department of Agriculture
lFarmer
Winter weather halts Union Pacific North River branch work
Weather disruptions last week ordered the dis continuation of construction on the North River branch of the Union Pacific. Track layers and trading outfit men suspended. Track laid to twenty seven miles west of Oshkosh. Sleigh riding remains popular in many towns during recent days.
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North River
Union Pacific
Oshkosh
Nebraska teachers return from abroad study trip
Miss Nellie May Schlee returns after a three month leave to assume training duties. She was among seven Nebraska teachers sent by the National Civic Federation to study Great Britain’s school methods. Mr and Mrs A A Lashch of Weeping Water also return from a visit to New York State.
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Nellie May Schlee
Schlee
Nebraska
Peru Normal
National Civic Federation
A. A. Lashch
New York State
Anabelle Hobbs’ Worldly Match Surprises Hillville
Mrs. Hobbs reveals Anabelle’s match with Henry exceeds local expectations after a trip home. Henry buys onions Anabelle loves and presents hyacinth perfume to the guest room as a bold signal. The story centers on family pride and the couple’s playful dynamic.
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Anabelle Hobbs
Hillville
Anabelle
Mrs. Hobbs
Henry
Absent minded Congressman’s Daughter Greet Sparks Fame
A Western congressman known for affability and forgetfulness is surprised by his daughter's greeting upon alighting from a train at his hometown. He affectionately exclaims, mistaken about her name Alberta, before recovering with a proud fatherly smile.
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Alberta
Success Magazine
Slums Child Enjoys Country Visit Amid Odd Critique
A fragment from London Opinion describes a youthful slum child visiting the countryside, marveling at rustic scenes and exclaiming about the Tavansara and bustling chickens. The tone hints at social commentary on urban poverty and curiosity.
Different Conditions Exhibited in Shakespeare’s Era
A Washington Star excerpt notes Shakespeare’s fame as producer and playwright and contrasts early conditions with modern times. The New York manager comments that Shakespeare escaped the era of chorus girl shortages, while the piece adds a remark on popularity requiring others to impose on you.
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New York
Washington Star
Heating Water for Hog Killing Device Sketch
A vintage farm device heats water in a vinegar barrel using a 2 inch pipe 8 feet long fitted to the barrel bottom with a wooden block end cap acting as a safety valve. Another setup uses a pot derrick with a track-hay carrier and pulley to lift the pot for hog killing or small potato cooking.
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Pfarm
Itome
Feed Values of Alfalfa in Ranch Diets
Alfalfa yields about four tons per acre and supplies 880 pounds of digestible protein. Protein from oil meal would require 1.5 tons and exceed $50, while alfalfa mills in California ship ground alfalfa at $12.50 per ton. In contrast bran containing the same protein costs $27 per ton in milling country, urging more alfalfa cultivation to cut bran purchases.
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California
A Safety Device For Blocking Wagons On Mountain Roads
A simple device describes fastening a piece of scantling to the rear axle so it drags behind the wheel to act as a ground block when a wagon draws a heavy load. The block is secured with a heavy eye and staple near the wheel and can be swung up and hooked to the axle when not in use.
Celery and Celeriac Cooking Roots Highlighted
A note explains celeriac as a turnip rooted form of celery with a large edible root and small leaf stems. It is described as more suitable for cooking than common celery.
Hop overproduction threatens industry growth
The report notes serious overproduction now endangering the hop industry. It discusses current acreage rankings with Germany leading, signaling mounting supply concerns and potential market stress for producers.
Global Trade Strains Hit Allies and Austria
America, Austria, Great Britain, Russia, France and Belgium face trade imbalances. Austria consumes nearly as much as it exports, while the United Kingdom’s free imports suppress shop growth and reduce production below consumption.
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America
Austria
Great Britain
Russia
France
Belgium
United Kingdom
Farm Fowls Provide High Profits with Proper Care
Agricultural Epitomist notes fowls offer strong year round profit on well housed, properly cared for farms. Free range and larger flocks boost income with minimal feeding costs, while pure bred birds improve appearance, weight and egg production.
Speculator’s Trick in Market Calves Catches Buyers
A market observer warns that a cow with a calf may not be related to it and could be part of a consignment scheme. The note describes a cow showing affection to a foster calf and hints at deceptive practices by breeders or handlers. Buyers at cat tickets should beware such tempering tricks.
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F. Foster
Tying Corn Shocks With Sticks And Rope
A described method uses two sticks three feet long and two inches thick joined by a three eighths inch rope to gather corn shocks. The rope loops around the shock and two hands on the stick ends squeeze the top closed.
Poultry Health and Management Tips from a Farm Notebook
Lice can cause death in young turkeys and roosting houses should be dark and accessible. Keep nests large enough for hens, ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and ample space to prevent disease. Corn is best on pasture with insects and clover. avoid overcrowding to reduce losses and maximize feed efficiency.
The Gray Hair of Moral Decay and Eternal Friendship
Rev. Charles F. Aked argues gray hairs signify moral deterioration, urging renewed spiritual effort through waiting on the Lord and strengthened energy. He warns against living in bondage to folly, stresses permanent value of deep friendship, and envisions eternal life nourished by love and faithful companionship.
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Charles F. Aked
D. D
Hosea
Lfe
Paul
Immortality of Friendship by Henry F. Cope
An essay on enduring friendship after death. The text argues love survives beyond the grave, linking spirit and heart. It describes expression of affection through memorial flowers and the unbroken bonds that transcend time, even as memory of the living fades.
Short Sermons on Moral Aims and Virtues
A compact, period voice meditation on ethics and character. It asserts education trains the will, condemns dogma, links blessings to gratitude, warns against enmity, and stresses disciplined living. It notes Heaven must be in the heart and cautions self indictments over universal blame.
Donts For Churchmen Moral Precepts On Duty And Hope
A moral admonition listing prohibitions aimed at churchmen. It urges perseverance in duty, cultivation of joy, earned rewards, sincere prayer, and avoiding superstition and hypocritical honesty. The piece warns against blaming fate and dissolving friendship into policy while stressing spiritual integrity.
Parthenon Days and the Spirit of Builders
Rev. Thomas B. Gregory recalls the Parthenon era as a time when designers and builders worked for art and city glory rather than profit. He emphasizes their devotion, heart, and souls dedicated to the temple’s enduring fame.
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Parthenon
Thomas B. Gregory
Universalist
New York City
Doctrines Emphasized Across School and Home
Cardinal James Gibbons stresses the need for core beliefs including God Christ heaven and hell along with faith hope charity and duty in schools and homes. The message underscores universal religious instruction within Catholic tradition amid Baltimore context.
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Cardinal James Gib
Baltimore
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Henry F. Cope
Earth
Heaven
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