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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1913
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph is published every Saturday in Sidney Nebraska by F. A. Gapen. The paper is entered at the Sidney post office as second class mail matter.
Report says President Wilson ignored long standing custom by riding to the depot to greet his wife when she returned to Washington from New York. The breach of protocol drew comment from observers and critics alike.
In a bold move he set aside red tape to answer the government call for flood relief. The President's rapid action drew broad commendation for prioritizing victims and mobilizing relief measures.
President Wilson declares no sympathy from the United States for self seeking revolutionists in the southern republics, a policy statement meant to have a salutary effect.
Nebraska legislators face strong rebuke if they do not act to fix conditions in the South Omaha packing plants. The Losey committee report exposes a state of affairs that would be a burning reproach to the state if allowed to continue.
It is estimated that American capital of about one billion dollars is invested in Mexico and an equal amount in Britain Germany and Europe. About 75 000 Americans lived there before the revolution and perhaps half remain. Two thirds of Mexico's foreign trade is with the United States, showing the U S stake in Mexico's order and stability.
The reforms at the White House under the new incumbent are praised by common citizens while Washington elites express dismay at the end of pomp and parade. President Wilson is shown as a model of simplicity that preserves dignity and could curb aristocratic snobbery and vanity in public life.
Chicago federal employees renew a campaign to secure a pension system for superannuated workers. The effort, ongoing for years, has not gained traction with Congress, which shows little sign of action while the government bears a heavy pension burden.
The commentator criticizes Secretary Bryan for sympathizing with Irish home rule and predicts missteps from his public stance. It warns that an official in the United States Department of State must restrain impulses and adhere to diplomatic propriety.
The author notes a rising U S population with estimates near 150 9 million by 1956 and possibly 200 million by 1950s, questioning if current food production can keep pace and urging agricultural improvement and scientific methods in production.
The article argues that allowing farmers to obtain capital on favorable terms could yield the greatest benefits for U S agriculture. It cites European models, notes Myron T Herrick's advocacy, and mentions a forthcoming commission to study European rural credit systems for practical results. It also discusses U S guardianship of Central American republics and the Monroe doctrine as aims to protect lives and property amid regional revolutions.
The piece warns that oriental immigration poses a serious national issue as populations in China India and Japan grow. It notes past handling of Chinese and Japanese migrants and argues rigid exclusion could harm commerce and provoke hostility, urging careful consideration.
Railroad contractor Hr Troelstrup buys the Ledingham ranch of 1760 acres near Potter with possession on the 15th. The Potter Review notes drought and flood news, courthouse moves, a wedding dare for a stove, and Thornburg’s large Horned cattle operation facing a blizzard loss of twenty head amid heavy moisture and improved irrigation.
A Sidney woman’s temper led to a costly digestion upset this morning with repairs estimated about sixty dollars. The note hints at broader cautions about personal actions and consequences in a dry column discussion.
Residents express urgency as floodwaters submerge parts of Kentucky, urging swift relief and coordinated response from authorities and aid groups. Local officials appeal for donations and volunteers to support affected communities.
A coroner questions a death ruled drowning after a man is found face down in three inches of water. His wife is urged to remain composed as authorities reassess the circumstances and possible contributing factors in this New Jersey case.
A fragment describes ministers with narrow space between the eyes attempting to lay the tornado and flood on Providence. It calls the effort bungled, killing many, including innocent children, and notes people struggle to believe that the Almighty would demonstrate power this way.
The small Iowa town of Afton votes to pave its entire main street amid lacking water works, fire protection, and sewer. The remark suggests a belief that future improvements may follow despite current gaps.
State auditors report disorder in Sedgwick County Colorado offices. They find ex-county treasurer short 7308.11 and commissioners underpaid on two claims. Critics mock the auditors as incompetent, while noting the anomaly in payments and lack of biblical precedent for underpaying officials.
Dr. Lawrence F. Flick of Philadelphia denounces the Freidmann "cure" as cruelty by raising false hope for 70,000 white plague victims while half may die within six months before any cure could reach them. He argues a public display of despair would not revive the ill and mocks the claimed experts. He urges continued pursuit of a cure and rebukes the idea that despair marks the finial end for sufferers.
By order of the Clerk of the District Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska a sale of the northeast quarter of section 26 township 17 range 51 west will be held May 14 1913 at 10 oclock in front of the Sidney Nebraska courthouse. Judgment holder Catherine Balley trustee for the heirs of John Balley against Lincoln G Simon Tyrone KE Simon James L McIntosh Rowe M McIntosh. Highest bidder to pay cash. Dated April 5 1913 J W McDANIREL Sheriff of Cheyenne County
Creditors of James Evans deceased will meet the administrator before the county judge at the Cheyenne County Court Room on June 12, 1918 at 10 a.m. to present claims for examination and allowance. Six months for filing and one year to settle from April 9, 1913. Publication to Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to June 12, 1913.
State of Nebraska Cheyenne County court schedules a formal hearing on probate of a foreign will. Proceedings set to determine validity and administration of the estate under Nebraska law.
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