Polk Village trustees set 1920 budget by taxing and bonds
The Polk Nebraska board approves an expenditure estimate for the year ending May 4 1920 totaling funds needed for street general and incidental street lighting fire protection park library and bond principal and interest. They order publication of the estimate in Pork Progress for four weeks and set July 7 1920 at 8 30 pm to pass the annual appropriation bill.
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Polk
Nebraska
Bell
Pork Progress
Peterson
Strand
Progress Office Ad Urges Daily Paper Renewals
An advertisment directs readers to renew daily papers at the Progress office or the post office and mentions paving money as part of the process.
Livestock prices at South Omaha June 9 1920
Livestock prices at Union Stock Yards South Omaha show cattle and hogs mixed in demand. Cattle tops reached 15.00 with varied grades listed from high to low. hogs opened higher then eased to near Monday levels. sheep and lambs steady with best wooled lambs at 16.75 and shorn ewes and lower grades priced accordingly.
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Union Stock Yards
South Omaha
Neb
Appropriate Kidd Say I Call That Bill Collector Sin
Kidder explains why he nicknames the bill collector Sin, saying the man always finds him out.
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Kidd
Sin
Kidder
Smacks of Contempt and Procrastination Quip
Fragmentary line suggests a courtroom remark on contempt and procrastination with a cautious note about public display. No clear events, people, dates, or organizations are identifiable.
Pair O Moxies and a Pandex in a Round Meal Riddle
A playful verse describes a pandex young Fred Frew as a forward and backward boy. It hints at diet and square meals, likening meals to rounds in a clever word play.
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Fred Frew
Earning Respect as a Lifelong Asset
A Milwaukee Journal quote asserts respect surpasses wealth and popularity, earned through personal worth. It emphasizes self respect without self praise, noting respect attaches to individuals and organizations, is not negotiable, and becomes the greatest prize that enhances all other gains.
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Milwaukee Journal
Mfe
Universal Reform Wave Across World Warns of Change
The Jiji notes that labor unrest and universal suffrage advance are reshaping societies from Tokyo to Detroit. It cites Europe and America as models while warning conservatives in Japan to resist rash reform. It highlights women speaking in Constantinople and barefoot protest in Vienna as signs of shifting power.
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Tokyo
Europe
America
Japan
Constantinople
India
Vienna
Visitors flood Havana as city buzzes with arrival
Reports note Havana teems with visitors and the streets show marked activity. Tourists from multiple origins stroll the harbor and plazas while locals welcome guests and share the city’s lively atmosphere.
Children to Present Cantata at Methodist Church
Sunday evening program at the Methodist church features a cantata titled Gods Flowerland performed by children. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Methodist Church
Modern eight room house with two lots for sale
A spacious eight room modern home in an excellent location with two lots is on the market for a limited 20 day period. For more details contact Progress office.
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Progress Office
Nonpartisan plank on tax exemption tested by critics
The Crete Vidette argues against exempting farm improvements and workers homes from taxes. It asks how a country editor's home or a poor preacher's home would fare under equal taxation. The piece says many local farmers can pay more than city businessmen and urges reevaluation.
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Crete
Tornado Insurance Advice From Farmers Letterheads
The Arkansas Democrat notes opinions on advertising for progressive farmers, stressing clear letterheads that feature the farm name as the main feature, the product second, and the farmer's name third. Slogan and illustration should boost impact, with quality paper and simple, dignified design.
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A. W. Hopkins
Wisconsin, College of Agriculture
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