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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1913
Page
4
President Wilson has received commendation from Dr. Mary Walker and can proceed with his duties managing the democratic party with confidence. The endorsement underscores support for his leadership during the current political period.
Democratic caucus ends senate bath as cost cutting move. Report says next step may be abolition of the senate barber shop where services have been provided free. The push follows a pattern of Democratic simplicity advancing.
The shift to electing senators by direct vote raises questions about whether the outcome will yield better intellectually and morally qualified lawmakers. It suggests that corrupt methods may fade but cannot be ruled out under the new system.
The piece argues that over a million acres of unimproved Cheyenne county land can reach peak productivity with proper cultivation. It claims land costs 20 to 40 dollars per acre, or a fifth to a third the price of eastern state land, and urges farmers to buy locally rather than travel to Canada to access equipment and nearby markets.
W H Thompson of Grand Island, recently in Washington, says it is understood the current Republican officeholders will complete their terms. The Democratic observer claims inside information and notes President Wilson shows no rush to yield favors to partisans.
Texas farmers unite on a plan to ship vegetables directly to consumers, aiming to prove economy in distribution and ease the cost of living. If successful, the move could prompt widespread adoption and tighten producer consumer relations.
Government data from 1909 show snowfall of 43.31 inches and rainfall of 2271 inches, contradicting the idea that crops fail due to dryness. Precipitation has risen in later years, providing ample or even abundant moisture. Buyers should not fear insufficient moisture for crops in this locality.
Nebraska's junior senator opposes placing flour on the free list warning that free flour could aid Canadian millers and push American farmers to migrate to Canadian wheat regions. The view appears plausible but unlikely to sway Democrats in Congress who show little concern for Canadian competition effects.
A legislative measure funds road work in Iowa by establishing county level main traveled highway systems and creating a permanent framework for improvements. The plan aims to standardize maintenance and accelerate construction across counties.
The highway commission will have sole authority to approve the system of highways as outlined by the county supervisors. This promises a general system of good roads in Iowa within a few years benefiting agricultural producers and consumers through lower commodity prices and fair profits.
The sixty third congress shows heavy activity with over 3,000 bills introduced in the first week of the extra session. Among the measures are six banking and currency reform bills. Presidential direction appears to steer legislative fate, ensuring a crowded agenda with potentially far reaching proposals.
The proposed democratic tariff expands the free list for many farm products and cuts protections for others, inviting Canadian competition into the U S market. Farmers in northern border states would face greater Canadian intrusion as production and exports rise in Canada to exploit the new access, risking a decline in American farm prosperity and higher prices for consumers. The change is seen as counterproductive to reducing living costs and hostile to U S manufacturing protection.
The national congress on marketing and farm credits in Chicago promoted a cooperative approach to farming profits and consumer prices. Speakers urged farmer associations, scientific business methods, and closer producer consumer ties to reduce waste and boost farmer income. Government data and organization were spotlighted as keys to better distribution.
The text calls for daily public reporting of supply and demand to curb overproduction. It backs creating a bureau of marketing in the Agriculture Department, with emphasis on education in distribution, packing, and standardizing. It warns the $50,000 appropriation is inadequate and stresses organization and cooperation as key to solving farmer and consumer benefits.
A London dispatch notes British woolen and cotton trades expect greatly increased US business if the tariff revision passes. The Master Cotton Spinners Association says tariff reduction would let England expand trade, while American mills would face losses and possible closures from oversupply. The piece cites history under Wilson tariff to warn of economic hardship.
A string of humorous notices and oddities includes a Kansas preacher mocked for preaching in shirt sleeves, a bridal motto gifted by an observant old lady, and a Kansas City man found with 1.5 million dollars in property yet paying only 1.70 in taxes. Notes about birth records, a farmer's brood of twins, animals, and a drowned litter wrap the column.
W W Johnson, assistant general freight agent of the Burlington, asked company agents in Nebraska and Kansas to report soil and winter wheat prospects. Reports so far are highly optimistic, with ground in perfect condition and abundant moisture, indicating no winter damage to wheat in any locality.
Creditors of James Evans deceased must present claims to the administrator before County Judge of Cheyenne County Nebraska at the County Court Room on June 12 1913 at 10 a.m. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from April 9 1913. Notice published in Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to June 12 1913.
State of Nebraska Cheyenne County bank cashier B A Jones swears the presented financial statement is true. It lists loans and discounts 1461427 percent overdrafts 200714 U S bonds and real estate owned including bank furniture and fixtures. The liabilities show capital stock 25000 surplus undivided profits and deposits totaling 14104770 with notary K A Blake witnessing on April 16 1913.
Notice to Sidney Nebraska voters calls for April 3 1913 election to approve issuing bonds of 22500 dollars for an electric light and steam heating system. Bonds 500 each, 20 year term, interest up to 6 percent, sinking fund, tax levy planned, proceeds to fund the new system. Ballot options: FOR bonds and tax or AGAINST. Village Clerk Leslie Neubauer signs seal on April 18 1913.
On April 16 1913 County Judge Henry F B Gapen issued an attachment for 18 40 in a case with plaintiff Simon and defendant Chris Pappas. Wages due to the defendant were attached. The cause was continued to June 5 1913 at 10 am. Date April 24 1913. Simon oe Plaintiff.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska a hearing is set for May 13 1913 at 9 am in Sidney. The petition seeks waiver of administration and a decree of heirship for Jillian S Eckert and George N Eckert based on a government patent issued August 9 1897 for the homestead land described as the south half of the northeast quarter and lots 1 and 2 in section 2 township 16 north range 51. The estate has no debts and the property is exempt from attachment under US law. Notice will be published for three consecutive weeks in the Telegraph.
Notice of sheriff sale ordered by Cheyenne County Nebraska court to satisfy a judgment of $4,093.65 plus costs. Property includes Lots 7 and 8 in Block 5 Clarkson's addition Sidney. Lot 8 to be sold first. Sale set for May 28, 1913 at 10:00 a.m. in front of Sidney courthouse. Dated April 23, 1933.
Notice to creditors of Frank Rezanina deceased in Cheyenne County Nebraska. Executors will present claims for examination and allowance on June 19 and July 19 1913 at 10 a m in County Court. Six months to present claims and one year to settle from April 12 1913. Published in Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before June 19 1913. Henry Gapen County Judge.
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