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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1921
Page
2
A periodical overview addresses problems of women as mothers homemakers and citizens. It highlights issues in education reform public life and family welfare with practical guidance and civic engagement notes.
A concise reflection argues that worrying harms happiness and affects others negatively. It asserts worry fails to solve problems and offers a brief warning against persistent anxiety while promoting a calmer, more constructive mindset.
A national drive by women and diverse organizations pushes Congress to pass the Shepherd Towner maternity bill. It aims to provide medical care for mothers unable to obtain it at childbirth, supported by over ten million women and major groups including the National Catholic Welfare Council and the American Federation of Labor. It frames the bill as a shift from war to peace and constructive social progress.
The Shepherd-Towner bill gains in debate as Senator Kenyon leads a special order at 1 PM on June 28. Senator Brousard of Louisiana delivers a full hour against prohibition, then Kenyon resumes the fight. Senator Underwood from the South seizes seven minutes before the hour to speak on nothing in particular. yet another hour is scheduled for the bill to proceed, inviting further obstructive tactics.
Bryan Mawr College opens a two month summer program for working women led by Dr. Susan Kingsbury. Eighty three women enrolled in June, with the aim of expanding access to higher education for those unable to study in early life. The venture attracts prominent families and Rockefeller endowments, signaling wider college support.
Sixty thousand Mennonites, descendants of early settlers who fled persecution, prepare to leave the United States. They have bought three million acres in Paraguay to form a separate community, a desert region with few white visitors since 1635. Known for non resistance, they faced wartime loyalty questions but remain committed to pacifist principles.
The Mennonites originated in Switzerland and spread worldwide in search of unmolested worship. Known for thrift, honesty, and diligence, they live quietly under a high standard of conduct. They reject warfare, leading to continual migration in pursuit of safety and freedom of belief.
A radical forecast from an Assyria article envisions Goon Lady Surma of Assyria becoming the republic's first female president, a historic shift given ancient gender roles. The piece recalls Assyria's former empire, the Bible’s depictions, and contrasts past subjugation with a dawning era for women. It cites Betsy Buell’s 1881 acclaim, and notes Frances Grant as England's early female film producer, highlighting women achieving public prominence.
More than 23,000 domestic servants in England are reported to be without work, reflecting a sharp fall in employment in traditional domestic roles and signaling economic strain for households relying on live-in staff. The figure highlights sector-wide layoffs and ongoing labor market adjustments.
The United States Department of Agriculture experts explain how to bake a berry pie with a crisp under crust. Bake the under crust first until barely browned, prick it to prevent blisters, and precook very juicy fruits like dewberries. Handle the top crust carefully before final baking.
Public sale offers 10 560 acres in Greeley county Kansas described as smooth level tractor land with premier soil for wheat. Down payment 25 percent day of sale with 25 percent March 1, balance due within three to five years at 6 percent interest. Auction dates September 12 13 and 14 in Tribune Kansas. Details from The National Land Sales Burlington Colorado or Tribune Kansas.
On March 16 1921 C B H Perry and W 4 Perry mortgaged to First National Bank of Sidney Nebraska $2700 on a Ford Truck Sandow Truck and a 1919 Overland Four. Indebtedness $2551 28 plus 10 percent interest since Oct 26 1920. Mortgage filed July 22 1921 Cheyenne County. On August 22 1921 at 10 am at The Sidney Motor Company 201 West 2nd Street Sidney Nebraska the bank will sell the described vehicles to highest bidder for cash. Francis A Chapman Receiver for First National Bank of Sidney Nebraska Mortgagee.
On March 2 1921 George Ammon mortgaged a Winther Truck, one and one half ton, four wheel drive for 289 dollars to First National Bank of Sidney Nebraska. Indebtedness 280 dollars with 10 percent interest from March 2 1921 plus about 27 dollars costs. Mortgage filed in Cheyenne county Nebraska. The bank will offer sale of its interest on August 22 1921, subject to a prior mortgage to EH McNally dated November 20 1920 and filed with the county clerk on the 90th day of [year].
December 1920 mortgage of 800 dollars with 10 percent interest from date is past due. Osborn Motor Co. on West 2nd Street Sidney Nebraska to sell at public auction for cash at 2 PM on the specified date. Dated July 29, 1921.
C BE Davis files amended petition in Cheyenne County District Court to quiet title to the east half of section seven in township fourteen north range fifty two west, barring any claims from Asta J Coontz Merrill M Coontz and others. Defendants must answer by September 5, 1921.
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