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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1904
Page
2
Nebraska Polk County Tax Debate on Farmers and Janitor Cost
The piece questions why Polk County farmers face higher property taxes while the county government under Mickey promotes a 360 annual rise. It asks who influenced the court house janitor position and whether funds could instead be used for repairs. It compares tax payment timelines to railroad deadlines and criticizes spending choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
Mickey
Fusion County
Court House
Political rants and printing bids blaze in Polk county columns
A fiery tirade criticizes Bryan supporters and democracy while attacking railroad arguments. The writer mocks county printing bids, calling the system a bluff and a joke, and derides printers as gullible. He endorses no one and laments hard times for farmers and workingmen.
Railroad tax debate shows shifting figures and rhetoric
The Polk County Record skewers the Polk County Democrat over railroad tax claims under Mickey. It cites last year’s railroad valuation increase and contrasts it with Poynter era raises, accusing the Democrat of twisting facts and moving the goalposts on tax comparisons.
Osceola Mourns Hon. 8 S Snell Pioneer Civic Leader
Osceola loses a public spirited founder Hon 8 S Snell a key figure in Osceola growth. He was deeply involved in industry progress and public service, earning broad respect and affection. His life long work is recalled as life well lived and service well done.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8. S. Snell
Osceola
Snell
Reversal in Deitrich Case Sparks Debate on Cause and Effect
The text argues that the Deitrich case was driven by effect rather than any real cause. It suggests the outcome was manufactured for theatrical impact rather than based on underlying factors.
Jacksonian club in Omaha reopens talks amid Bryan banquet
Jacksonian members in Omaha vote to reinstate expelled gold democrats at a banquet honoring Mr Bryan's return scheduled in January. The group, reassembling at reorganization tables, notes discomfort with the Bryan table but presses ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonian Club
Omaha
Bryan
Governor’s Mouthpiece Debate Sparks Press Rant
A sharp editorial volley mocks the governor and his alleged mouthpiece. The piece insists the governor did not appoint or align with a spokesperson and accuses the opposition of petty mischief, arguing the political climate remains favorable.
Roosevelt and Reform Parrot Sparks Newspaper Feud
A garbled column mocks editorial alignment as the parrot sheet repeats lines from Columbus Telegram and World-Herald about corporations and Roosevelt. It notes conflicting stances, asks which paper lies, and casts doubt on editors who publish such claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Mickey
Reform
Parrot
White House
Columbus Telegram
World-Herald
Mark Hanna
World Herald
How Does It Happen Eight Years Later
The piece questions changes in party loyalties since 1896, noting Democrat papers' stance on trusts and the Roosevelt era. It asks what has shifted, cites Bryan era rhetoric, and mocks populists aligning with Democrats while urging skepticism of fusion tactics and railroad interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Louis
Omaha World-Herald
Roosevelt
Bryan Democracy
Bryan
Fusers
Debated Nebraskan Debt and Political Press Attacks
Readers are drawn to a polemical critique of governor allies and press coverage over Nebraska state debt. The piece accuses party-aligned editors of bias, misrepresentation, and selective criticism regarding debt increases under Populist and Republican administrations.
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
One Minute Cough Cure claims to relieve coughs in one minute by killing the microbe that tickles the mucus membrane and by clearing phlegm. It is advertised as strengthening lungs, warding off pneumonia, and a harmless cure for coughs colds and croup for all ages, sold by G. Lp, Ray & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray & Co
Palace Meat Market Poultry Diet Trial
A proposed trial of a bone grinder device to improve poultry feed efficiency. Palace Meat Market owner A. A. Young seeks evaluation of the grinder’s impact on hen laying and overall health, aiming to convince customers of benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palace Meat
A. A
DeWitt's Salve Promoted By Chicago Firm
An 19th century ad touts DeWitt’s Salve from DeWitt Co of Chicago claiming it cures piles eczema cuts burns and all skin diseases. It warns of numerous counterfeits and urges buyers to ask for the genuine DeWitt’s sold by G. T. Ray & Co and E. G. ag0.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt & Co
DeWatt
DeWitt
G. T. Ray & Co
Supposedly Confused Phrase Clarity In Historical Text
A scrambled prompt fragment displays disjointed phrasing about crime, poverty, and bold front work. The readable portions suggest a discussion of serious crime and early front work but lack coherent context or identifiable proper nouns.
Empress Eugenie and the Riding Habit That Helped End an Empire
A historical tale recounts how after Sedan Empress Eugenie faced a failed abdication plan. Advisor Emile de Girardin urged her to appear on horseback in a regent role, but no suitable riding costume existed. The attempt collapsed and the Napoleonic Empire fell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
é’Herrison
Eugenie
Sedan
Poleon
Paris
Emile de Girardin
Tulleries
Tuileries
Louis Quinze
Prince Imperial
Nose for News: Reporters Born Not Made, Retired Editor Says
A retired newspaper man tells the New Orleans Times-Democrat that reporters are born with a nose for news. He recalls testing two new staffers on the same story, noting one produced a sensational two column report while the other wrote dry copy, both covering the event well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Chicago
Newa
Aike
Pussling Problem and the Great Lawyer
A disjointed quotation describes a man betting on a question of law and agreeing to leave the matter to a great lawyer. The piece notes the lawyer is gratified by the evidence of the opinion he held, and asks what the question is.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Icanito
Misleading Maxims on Caution and Action
The piece discusses how common proverbs like Where there's smoke there's fire and the wait-and-see maxim often mislead. It argues that hesitation can hinder progress and that bold action may yield better results, citing diverse examples and reflections from the London Spectator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Spectator
Wu Ting Fang on English and Harvard Dialect
Wu Ting Fang notes he learned English in China and speaks with purer English than native speakers in the United States. He quips that Americans live here yet do not use pure English, and Harvard language is said to carry Yankee dialects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wu Ting Fang
Washington
Wu Ting
America
China
Harvard College
Harvard
Word In Season Play Teetering With Stage Door Escape
The playwright trembles as the audience roars for the author and asks if he should speak. The manager guides him toward the stage door, advising him to slip out and escape while time remains.
Eucalyptus Tree as Coal Substitute Proposed
The article argues that when coal runs out the eucalyptus tree could be grown as a substitute. It stores more sun energy per area than other trees and in South Africa has been found cheaper to raise than importing coal. An acre of eucalyptus plantation could yield the equivalent of thirty tons of coal each year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Fragmentary OCR News Note
Fragmented text mentions a physician office and a man on a street with references to a county, death, and private work. The readable portions are disjoint and unclear about events, names, or dates.
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