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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1910
Page
4
An editorial urges residents of Polk to construct sidewalks and improve infrastructure to attract buyers, raise property values, and grow the town. It calls on citizens and the town board to cooperate, with priority on water and sewer upgrades and street walks to beautify and develop the community.
The funeral for Lowell Emery Darrow, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Darrow, was held this Thursday afternoon at their residence. Rev. Waits of the M E church conducted the services and spoke of Christian hope. Lowell, born January 9 1910, died May 10 after a short illness, aged four months and one day, and was laid to rest in the family lot. The family receives the community's heartfelt sympathy during this hour of affliction.
The piece argues editors face constant regret toward contributors and unpredictable reception of new material. It notes critics remain vocal when dissatisfied, while editors fear accusations of radicalism or subservience to trusts, revealing tension between publication timing and impact.
A long reflective piece imagines a world where everyone acts honestly in daily life. It envisions truthful merchants, prompt doctors, honest preachers, and transparent politics, with fewer conspiracies, fewer hypocrites, and more trust. The piece ends noting the dream is interrupted by a personal reminder of ongoing doubt.
Notice to bidders from A W Shafer secretary of Polk school board for a steam heating plant in Polk school building. Bids due May 31 1910. Plans and specifications on file with the board. Board may reject any bids. Dated May 3 1910.
The notice advertises a complete range of pipes fittings pumps and heating equipment plus hose nozzles sprains and bath fixtures. It invites customers to call at the Water Works Building and mentions related services and stallholders F J Hahn hail insurance at the First National Bank.
Congressman George William Norris of Nebraska, a Republican and former district judge, played a key role in eroding Speaker Cannon's grip on the House Rules Committee. Born in Ohio, Norris trained as a lawyer, moved to Nebraska in 1885, and now serves his fourth term. He is noted for his reserved manner and parliamentary skill despite health issues. Theodore Roosevelt Jr and Miss Eleanor Butler Alexander connected socially. Alexander is a New York social figure and amateur performer, born in 1886, daughter of Albert W. Green. Roosevelt Jr., the first child born after Theodore Roosevelt Sr.’s marriage to Edith Carow, trains for a future role in business and outdoor life.
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