Johnson News changes hands in Tecumseh
Reuben C. and Brett buy the Johnson News from F. J. Schmidt and take over ownership. The report notes statewide items including corn planting champion Ernest Reikefski at Tilden with 85 acres, and E. T. Westervelt becoming chair of the state board of control after Mrs. Carrie Bliss retires.
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Johnson News
Tecumseh
Reuben C
Brett
F. J. Schmidt
Ernest Reikefski
Tilden
E. T. Westervelt
State Board of Control
Carrie Bliss
Gage County
Beatrice
Marshall County
Corn Crop Report Shows Good Condition Across Nebraska
Nebraska crop report notes corn and other grains in good shape at month start. Rain needed in most areas though southern and central harvest underway and moisture issues limit cultivation in extreme regions. Voter note: Richardson County debt of 150 000 authorized to vote August 6.
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Richardson County
Omaha Leads in Livestock Receipts Second to Chicago
Omaha-Nebraska solidifies second place to Chicago in livestock market. In Q2 Omaha's receipts rose by 313,724 head to 830,290 head ahead of Kansas City. Six month totals show Omaha 3,857,680 head versus Kansas City's 3,027,390, with hogs and sheep also favoring Omaha.
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Omaha
Chicago
Kansas City
Bond Issue Proposed To Repair Loss In Richardson County
Richardson County commissioners adopted a resolution for a special election on August 6 to vote on a 150 thousand dollar bond issue to replace bridges destroyed by ice and floods. The plan limits interest to 5 percent and retires 15 thousand dollars of bonds each year after five years with full retirement possible after five years. Initially a 250 thousand dollar issue was considered, but the board favors durable structures. Sixty percent voter approval required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falls City
Richardson County
Trucks Bring Record Volume of Livestock to Omaha
Livestock receipts in Omaha totaled 520000 dollars in a single day, with about 2455 cattle valued at 250000 arriving by truck along with 9774 hogs worth about 260000 and 870 sheep valued at 10000. Prices for fat cattle rose to a new top of 15.75 for prime steers while hogs held near 10.80 and lambs sold up to 14.50.
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Omaha
Omaha Livestock Exchange
Eighteen Bands Planned for Nebraska State Fair
Secretary Jackson announced Lincoln will host the Nebraska state fair this fall with eighteen bands. Thirteen high school groups will compete for the state title while the Elks band of Lincoln the Northwestern railroad band of Chicago Des Moines' band of Omaha and two circus bands also perform during the fair.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Jackson
Elks Band of
North Western Railroad Band
Chicago
Desdunes’ Band
Omaha
Adequate Water Supply Planned for Hebron
Hebron will gain a new city water system with two gravel wells averaging 110 feet deep. Each well holds 40 feet of water and can yield 250 gallons per minute. Pipeline work from city mains to the river is complete and a flexible joint is being laid under the river bed. Hydrants are being repaired to deliver soft water into the mains.
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Hebron
New Burlington Depot Start in Bridgeport Plan
Bridgeport begins erection of a new Burlington depot estimated at 20000 dollars including passenger and freight facilities. Six car loads of sand and gravel from Guernsey have been unloaded on site though foundation work is delayed by other projects. The plan also covers sidewalk straightening and ground landscaping and the depot should be finished this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Burlington
Guernsey
Baseball Notes From the Nation's Leagues and Players
A roundup of baseball happenings includes Harvard players wearing glasses and Japan's baseball popularity. girls barred from junior worlds events. aging stars like Joe Williams with Homestead Grays. Red Holt released by Royals. Leo Dickerman moving to Sacramento. Stroner released to Indianapolis AA. Betzel touts St Paul as favorite in the American Association. Bloomington installs loudspeakers for foul balls and batteries. Joe Cantillon scouting in 1906. Yankees aiming for four straight AL pennants. Brooklyn recalls Austin Moore to bolster pitching. Toporcer and Sand spark Rochester series win over Baltimore. Mike Kelley signs Oscar Rust of Notre Dame. a Russian woman pronounces dead repeatedly. DeWitt LeBourveau rising in American Association batting averages. Orioles rely on Eddie Onslow with substitutions by Gainor or Brower. Billy Burke released after head injury. Nekola denies $20,000 White Sox offer. Hassler released to Portland PCL. humane act at Navin Field as a player removes a butterfly from his bat.
Plan Stadium de Luxe for Paris Tennis Fans
Paris plans a grand Stade Roland Garros upgrade for 1930 with reinforced concrete stands replacing wood on three sides and a central court enclosure. One stand rises nearly 50 feet, the others about 25 feet, terming capacity for about 13,000 spectators with dressing rooms and a restaurant beneath.
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Paris
Stade Roland Garros
Japan to field World Series team in decades says Abe
Dr Isao Abe known as father of baseball in Nippon predicts Japan will have a team in the World Series in 20 to 30 years. He notes U S import of the game a generation ago and says crowds of 30000 to 50000 now attend bi games in the Orient as interest grows.
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Japan
Isao Abe
Nippon
Doctor Abe
United States
Orient
Two Nebraska Gridiron Stars Likely to Turn Pro
Ed ward Howell of Omaha and Dan McMullen of Belleville Kansas announce they probably will sign contracts to play professional football with the New York Giants next fall. Howell, a backfield man, and McMullen, a guard, appeared on several all star lists. They will report next September.
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Nebraska
Edward
Blue”) Howell
Omaha
Dan McMullen
Belleville
Kan
New York Giants
Howell
McMullen
Horton Smith Keeps Up Family Golf Tradition In Missouri
Horton Smith of Joplin Missouri proves his skill in golf by playing a consistently solid game. The young pro shares a name with noted Scots MacDonald and Alex Smith but follows his own path in American golf circles.
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Horton Smith
Joplin
MacDonald
Alex Smith
Zwilling Praises Ralph Michaels For base running Skill
Aids base runner Dutch Zwilling manager of the Kansas City Blues lauds Ralph Michaels third baseman for advancing runners when needed. Michaels usually pushes the ball just out of the infield and consistently moves runners, making him a valuable asset in the American Association despite prior weak hitting this season.
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Zwilling
Kansas City Blues
Ralph Michaels
Michaels
American Association
Firpo Tavener Hits Ball Hard for Indians Power House Nickname
Johnny Tavener, the 136 pound Cleveland Indians shortstop nicknamed Firpo and Power House, is noted for hitting far for his size. Scouts say his power comes from perfect timing, not pure strength, and he has produced fourteen triples last year while starting as a catcher in semipro days before joining Columbia.
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Jim Clouter
Jim
Johnny Tavener
Johnny
Dayton
Zinn Beck
Columbia
S. C
Beck
Cozy Right Word for Artistic Little Bungalow Home
A feature on a 30 by 24 foot frame bungalow with five rooms plus sun porch and bath. William A. Radford, Chicago expert, offers free home building advice as the design blends with tree covered surroundings and shrubbery, highlighting the duplex doors to a sun porch and dormer windows.
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William A. Radford
Prairie Avenue
Chicago
Varied Global Sports Notes From Early 20th Century Circulation
The report surveys diverse sports topics including a Vienna stadium with 60 000 seats and a 10 million dollar cost, a year with few U S title bouts, boxing rules in Pennsylvania, Helen Wills eyeing tennis into age sixty, British boxing champs in one night, London football crowds at Bolton versus Portsmouth, Mack Garner’s near complete turf resume, Paavo Nurmi shifting to marathon racing in Los Angeles, Will Rogers Jr leading a polo team in Los Angeles, Columbia rowing patterns on local rivers, and Escondido night ball leagues thriving after dark.
Design House Should Fit Surroundings in Architecture
A look at how American home builders err by ignoring climate and landscape. Frank J. Forster notes Old World and New World styles arose with local materials and conditions. He cites New England clapboards, Dutch colonial stone, southern brick ports, California stucco, and regional Spanish Italian influences as best suited to their regions.
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America
Western Plains
New England
Good Housekeeping Magazine
Frank J. Forster
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
California
Florida
France
England
Synthetic lumber from wood chips showcased at Smithsonian exhibit
The process uses steam to explode uniformly sized wood chips into millions of fibers. Chips exposed to 800 pounds per square inch for four to five seconds then released instantly explode into fiber, refined and pressed into boards without glue. Hardness varies with pressure. All wood product.
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National Museum
Smithsonian Institution
Proper Care in Heating System Installation
The article stresses careful installation and operation of heating systems. Differences seen in laboratories may vanish at home due to plans exposure and firing methods. Faulty installation leads to poor service and coal wastage, so follow manufacturer instructions for both installation and operation.
Brick Masonry as a Profitable Investment
A brick masonry house is described as a profitable investment though not all have solid brick walls. The text notes hollow tile is often used as a backing for the brick.
Lightweight knotless paneling material touted for home use
Describes a knotless, very light weight insulating panel with strength from 4000 to 5000 pounds per square inch. Claims include suitability for desk tops, card tables, radio panels, walk boards, paneling, and insulation with proven satisfactory results.
Selecting a Reinforcing Base for Stucco Keeps It From Loosening
The article stresses that stucco is a thin wall veneer and the reinforcing base must grip firmly and withstand contraction and expansion. It warns that a weak base leads to loosening and failure over time, urging careful base selection and proper design.
Flooring flaws undermine flooring quality and service
Good' Flooring products from imperfect manufacture are likely to vary or develop cracks. They do not give the dependable service expected from a floor and even the best workman cannot ensure the appearance meets the builder’s desires.
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Bellevue
American Legion
Daniel Slezinger
Army
Lyman
Wyoming
Carter
Karl Stefan
Norfolk
Emery Alvord
Africa
Nebraska City
Missouri
Nebraska Outboard Motorboat Association
Middle West
Union Pacific System
Minnesota
Kansas
Iowa
Interstate Transit Lines
Russell. Walsh
Cornhusker State Jines
Oliver W. Townsend
Queen City Coach Lines
E. J. Delehant
Pawnee
Roy Cochran
Cochran
Diller Farmers’ Grain Company
Robert Andrews
Blue River
al Mosher
Harry Pisar
Wymore
Betwen Wymore
Barneston
Roberts Dairy Company
Waterloo
Iowa-Nebraska Light and Power Company
Hadar
First National Bank of Oakland
D. L. Spendell
W. H. Morris
Oakdale
Dan Machamer
J. L. Machamer
Machamer
Aurora Sun
Holdrege
Minden
Fairbury
Julesburg
Colo
Bidney
Federated Women's Clubs
Morrill County
Morrill County Fair Association
The
Fair Association
Weather Bureau Office
Urban Faber
White Sox
Jack Quinn
Athletics
Faber
Red
Quinn
Highlanders
Grover Cleveland
Alexander
National League
Pete
Burleigh Grimes
Pirates
Dazzy Vance
Robin
Grimes
Vance
Pittsburgh
Red Faber
Eure
Harvard
Joe Williams
Homestead Grays
Red Holt
Montreal
Nashville
Royals
Leo Dickerman
Minneapolis
Sacramento Club
James Stroner
Pittsburgh Pirates
Indianapolis American Association
Bruno Betzel
Indianapolis
St. Paul
Bloomington
Joe Cantillon
Washington
Walter Johnson
Yankees
Brooklyn Robins
Austin Moore
Macon
Toporcer
Sand
Rochester
Red Wings
Baltimore
Mike Kelley
Oscar Rust
Notre Dame University
Russia
DeWitt LeBourveau
Baltimore Orioles
Eddie Onslow
Eddie
del Gainor
Frank Brower
Billy Burke
Sacramento
Frank Nekola
Holy Cross Southpaw
Joseph Hassler
Philadelphia Athletics
Portland Club
Navin Field
St. Louis
Detroit News
W. A. Radford
Johnson
Washington Americans
Griffith
Baiural
Vienna
Austria
Helen Wills
London
Bolton
Portsmouth
Mack Garner
Kentucky
Paavo Nurmi
Los Angeles
Will Rogers, Jr
Columbia University
Hudson River
Harlem River
Escondido
Calif
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