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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1913
Page
4
The piece notes most Wilson administration cabinet members, except the Secretary of State, earn modest salaries and work diligently. It singles out Nebraska’s derelict member and mocks Bryan’s use of a noisy platform to fund his finances, arguing the secretary will not relinquish his loud voice.
Discussion centers on the postmaster general's authority to alter parcel post rules. Public opinion would favor the official, with railroad and express interests opposing, fearing revenue loss. The anticipated shift benefits the public through broader changes in parcel post service.
The administration declares no partiality in allowing munitions to Mexico. It argues the Puerta government is not legally constituted and lacks a valid claim to import arms from the United States. The policy calls for equal treatment of all parties to the ongoing conflict.
The proposal urges swift enactment of a congressional bill to promote widespread use of devices and methods preventing employee injuries. It argues prevention is more important than compensation and benefits both employers and workers.
Mulhall's associate Dr. Crockett claims he spent four thousand dollars in a single day to buy votes. He says vote buying is easy and widespread, a severe threat to the political system. Citizens should heed the warning and remain vigilant against corruption.
The speaker accuses the current administration of undermining the merit system whenever convenient, noting such behavior in diplomatic and consular services and predicting more in other areas. The critic argues the Democratic platform pledged strict merit observance, calling platform promises empty next to political expediency.
The secretary of agriculture assigns department experts to South America and Australia to examine slaughtering canning and general packing practices. With a new tariff singling meat and meat products free imports are expected from Argentina and Australia, warranting thorough investigation by qualified personnel.
Railroads warn they will lose some revenue from 15 to 20 million dollars annually after parcels post rates drop on the 15th inst. They contend lower rates divert business from express firms, but the public has been overcharged by these firms and the ICC acted to lower express rates for public benefit.
The New York World remarks on Bryans voice, praising its remarkable habit of drawing attention. It lauds its profit potential and broad appeal, calling it an instrument of great height and depth with endless inflections and modulations.
Experienced financiers decry any bull move and curb lending as they warn conditions will worsen before improving. They expect reduced demand for development work will free money, yet the core issue remains shaken confidence in money and credits under Democratic currency reform, stalling industrial growth and hurting business.
The Washington administration advocates peaceful mediation to end the Mexican conflict, arguing that armed intervention would cause war, heavy losses, and regional unrest. Mediation offers a chance to restore order without harming U.S. prestige or provoking resistance, though leaders may reject the plan.
The piece argues meats rise from livestock scarcity and urges farmers to boost cattle production. It warns the democratic tariff bill would harm small producers by allowing free meat and livestock imports, concentrating control with large beef interests, and harming competition. Senator Smoot is cited in critique.
The passage argues that limiting meat tariffs would boost Canada Mexico Argentina and Australia at American producers' expense. It claims the policy strengthens foreign capital in mills and factories, harming American industry and labor while claiming that Democratic tariff policy harms U.S. manufacturing and trade.
President Wilson earns praise for urging arbitration between eastern railroads and their employees as a threat of a nationwide strike recedes. Congress created a federal mediation board with six arbitrators to craft a binding one year award and foster enduring peace between railroads and workers.
A terse column questions profit from errors and future blessings. It satirizes wealth gained from missteps and suggests a revised scheme of salvation after a new history of creation is found. It also notes tension over perceived false religious pretensions and critiques faith as performance.
A Sidney correspondent reports Harriman’s daughter was robbed of 150000 worth of jewels, implying 75000 in value. Minature aims to establish a public library. Alliance city board bans wiggly dances to restore decorum in the ballroom.
A Kansas newspaper quotes a figure of 1200 abandoned churches in the state and uses it to frame a critique of the state’s moral or social condition, asserting that people tell tales on themselves.
The piece muses on yield estimates never matching reality. It notes planting one kernel for birds and three for actual production. A man remarks he cannot judge modesty as his focus is on an awkward dress. The author suggests purity clubs may rest.
Brief reflection notes the habit of thought shapes the soul and mind as the soul slowly declines. The quote attributed to Marcus Aurelius emphasizes inner discipline and pervasive influence of habitual thinking on character.
Prof R O Chambers former high school principal visited town last Saturday. He is traveling for Peabody School Furniture Co after completing work at Chadron Normal. Mrs Chambers and the baby remain in Sidney and expect to return around September 1.
Old gentleman John Faust remains missing after straying from his home west of Sterling over a week ago. Reports placed him in Sidney but searches by Undersheriff Patterson and Dr. E. C. Fisher failed to locate him. Guardians may be appointed to manage his farm and livestock until his return amid repeated sighting claims.
Department of the Interior notices Robert R. Henderson of Sidney Neb file to prove up final three year proof for all of Section 32 Township 14 North Range 51 West. Hearing before County Judge Sidney Neb August 21 with witnesses Narence S Chambers Hugh J Mam mond John Lingwall Ed Root all of Sidney Neb. E Evans Register.
Creditors of Hans Cronberg deceased must present their claims for examination and allowance to the administrator before County Judge of Cheyenne County Nebraska at the County Court Room on October 16 1913 at 10 a m. Six months to file claims and one year to settle the estate from August 5 1913. This notice runs in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to October 16 1915. Seal Henry Jr Gapin County Judge.
Nebraska Cheyenne County County Court in August 1913 assigns September 9 1913 at 10 am for hearing Elmer Youngland final settlement of estate of Alfred Youngland deceased. Notice to all interested by four week publication in Sidney Telegraph. Henry E. Gapen, County Judge.
In the Cheyenne County Nebraska County Court the administrator of the estate of Josephine Meyers Shelley seeks claims for examination. Creditors have six months to file and the administrator one year to settle from July 29 1913. Notice to be published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before September 10 1913. Aug 4 1913.
Nebraska probate notice for Oliver T. Bewley estate in Cheyenne County. Petition by George M. Bewley seeks probate of July 26 1913 will. executor Charles J. Osborn nominated. Hearing set August 22 1913 at 10 am in County Court. publication in Sidney Telegraph for three weeks.
W. D. Magli, a well known Whitemound, Wisconsin merchant, bought Cham berlain's medicines to supply customers. After receiving them he fell ill and states one small bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was worth more than the cost of his entire stock. Advertisement.
A court has set a hearing on the petition for the appointment of an administrator. The order specifies the date, time, and location, directing all interested parties to appear and show cause if any. The nomination seeks fiduciary authority to manage estate affairs and resolve outstanding debts and claims.
Court sets August 28 1913 hearing at 10 am to decide grant of administration for Andrew McAdam estate Eliza beth McAdam seeks adminstrator role and notices will run in Sid ney Telegraph for three weeks to inform interested parties
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