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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1914
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph reports that all violations of the United States migratory bird law brought to the attention of U S attorneys will be prosecuted where evidence shows guilt. Under the statute, violators face fines up to $100 or imprisonment up to ninety days, or both, at the court's discretion.
The census lists 35.7 percent of workers in agricultural pursuits totaling 10,381,765, with 7,085,309 in manufacturing. It argues for railroads to receive fair pay for parcel post transport amid 600 million packages and $60 million revenue. It notes Congress spends about $6,200 annually to provide free baths for lawmakers and that the house approved continuation.
The tenth national child labor conference at New Orleans reflects a public mood favoring decisive action. Participants express deep earnestness and believe national intervention may be needed if states fail to protect children. Congress is reviewing related legislation now.
Public health officials urge immediate action against houseflies noting a breeding pair can produce 125 million descendants by September. The warning applies to cities and villages alike as disease spread is not limited by location.
Hearst and his publications vigorously oppose repealing the toll exemption clause of the Panama Canal Act. He appears personally interested in the coastwise shipping monopoly or receiving funds, making him an unsafe adviser on a matter touching national honor and prestige. His attacks on lawmakers who upheld good faith should bolster public support for those representatives.
The organization committee has designated the maximum number of regional reserve districts authorized by the country, marking the first step toward inaugurating the new banking system.
Congress weighs the next step as the president appoints the Federal Reserve Board to oversee a new system aimed at breaking New York’s banking dominance. Critics cite politics and personal influence in center designations, while financial circles foresee improved confidence and revived business activity with full operation by July.
North Platte readers learn of a Sioux City Lincoln survey plan to shorten the New York to San Francisco line via Julesburg. If enacted, the Chicago to Julesburg distance could drop to 779 miles, altering the Nebraska route dynamics and prompting federal game law prosecutions as migratory bird hunting rises along the Platte River.
A broad editorial urges unity for progress in Sidney, arguing that improving one part benefits all. It warns against election apathy, champions constructive victory, and promotes a cooperative spirit over gloating or bitterness. The piece also notes Nebraska female labor law limits to nine hours daily and 54 weekly with night-work exceptions for public services.
A political cartoon-like observation notes a man on the fence faces risk of falling and injury that lasts. It contrasts a ten war vessels showing force with Huerta needing persuasion by ten thousand armed men.
Major Benjamin Koehler, once from Blue Hill and later connected to West Joint via Congressman McKeighan, has been dismissed from the U S army by a court martial. He has brothers in Blue Hill and Geneva, Hastings, Neb., April 15.
Creditors of the estate of Albert Burk deceased must present claims to the Administrator before the Cheyenne County Court County Judge Henry E. Gapen at the County Court Room on May 27 1914 and October 1 1914 at 10 o clock a m for examination adjustment and allowance. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from April 2 1914. Notice to be published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before May 27 1914.
Ernest G Ruhter of Sidney Nebraska filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish his homestead claim on se4 section 4 township 13 north range 51 west sixth principal meridian. Before U S Commissioner Oberfelder in Sidney on May 1 1914 witnesses named.
Notice says a petition filed January 3 1914 by C A Glassburn and thirteen others requests establishing a section line road starting at the southeast corner of section 36 township 13 range 52 east to the C B & Q railroad right of way. Objections or claims for damages must be filed with the County Clerk by noon June 6 1914. Dated April 6 1914 H T Doran County Clerk 28-4.
Bessie E. Foster sues John Mitchell Foster in Cheyenne county Nebraska for an absolute divorce on grounds of extreme cruelty abandonment and non-support. Defendant must answer petition by May 25 1914 as attorney Devoe Swenson represents plaintiff.
In the County court of Cheyenne County Nebraska the matter of the estate of John G Baker deceased notice is given that the executor will appear before County Judge Henry E Gapen on June 24 1914 and September 24 1914 at 10 o clock a m to present claims for examination adjustment and allowance six months for creditors to file claims and one year to settle from April 14 1914 publication of four weeks in Sidney Telegraph prior to June 24 1914 sealed county judge stamp
To J P Schnure you are notified that Madge E Lancaster on September 9 1912 purchased at private tax sale in Sidney Cheyenne County Nebraska Lot 4 Block 8 Clarkson second addition for taxes 1903 1910 and that subsequent taxes 1911 1912 were paid and the lot is now taxed in your name as shown by County Clerk records The redemption time expires September 9 1914 and I will apply for a Treasurer s Deed MADGEE LANCASTER 29 3
Albert Benish filed March 30 1914 with the Sidney Nebraska Board of Village Trustees an application to sell malt spirituous and vinous liquors on part of lot 15 block 21 Rose street Sidney from May 1 1914 to April 30 1915 If no objection remonstrance or protest is filed within two weeks from April 6 1914 the license will be granted.
William A. Mitchell of Laura Colorado filed notice to prove up his homestead entry for Lots 1-4 Section 22 Township 12 North Range 50 West and combined jets 1-2 Section 24 Township 12 Range 51 West. Proof expected before U S Commissioner Oberfelder in Sidney Nebraska on May 2. Witnesses listed: Fred Baker Tony Rosa John Peetz all of Sidney Nebraska and William J Nollett of Peetz Colorado.
A sheriff sale is set for April 22, 1914, in Sidney Nebraska. The judgment against William G Lawerence and Nettie M Lawerence for 1335.22 plus costs was issued February 2 1914 in Cheyenne County. The property described is the southeast quarter of section 6 township 13 range 50. The sale will be at the Sidney courthouse at 10 a m. in cash to the highest bidder. Dated March 20 1914. Jow MecDaniel Sheriff.
The State of Nebraska Cheyenne County County Court October 3 1914 Henry J Gapen presiding in the matter of Henry M Babb deceased Perry E Babb petitions final settlement and discharge as administrator May 5 1914 10 o clock a m set for hearing and notice to interested parties by four week publication in Sidney Telegraph with true copy Henry Be Gapin County Judge seal
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