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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1917
Page
13
The piece discusses Nebraska’s drought and crop prospects for 1917 with examples from Milford Beatrice and Stella showing strong yields in oats corn and barley. It also covers a proposed government insurance program to replace pensions for soldiers detailing costs benefits and its potential to improve support for veterans and their families.
A discussion on drafting up to one million aliens for U S military service argues the policy is fair and equitable. It cites Chinese and Japanese examples, supports unity under democracy, and mentions public sentiment and the strain on the army. It asserts opportunities for resident aliens to serve and integrate.
The piece argues that U S entry into World War I marks a decisive shift toward peace. It contends American motives are selfless and democratic, and that victory would remove major causes of conflict once the war ends. It predicts Alsace Lorraine and Trieste concessions could hasten peace.
The passage of the food control bill and President Wilson's immediate signature brought broad public satisfaction. Herbert C. Hoover became national food administrator after months as voluntary food director. His first official message to Americans has been praised for clarity and comprehensiveness. He states that enforcement of the act will avoid punitive measures.
A caustic note on scandal echoes as a woman known for gossip is said to have a shady past. The piece contrasts good butter with sour bread and its health risks, noting butter vanishes quickly and sour bread harms digestion. It comments on cooler days and upcoming need for lighter furs. It closes by warning that truthful people may stumble briefly but avoid ongoing dishonesty.
The statement lauds voluntary food regulation as well run after official endorsement and stresses no royal road to conservation. It quotes Hoover on waste and sacrifice, warning against exploitation and promising use of coercive powers if needed, while praising the American businessman's intelligence and cooperation.
Lincoln hosts a September fair with a government plan to inform Nebraskans on how the war came to America. Daily speeches will cover war topics, prepared by the government, as part of a patriotic program. Hoover calls the fair a food training camp to boost efficiency and production. Danielson highlights the boys camp as a major effort to develop the state’s resources. Improvements proceed at the fairgrounds, including manufacturers and agricultural halls and several booths, aiming for a successful, expanded exhibit layout.
Residents jeer at neglected waste bins as evidence that economies falter. Officials acknowledge disregard for recycling rules while neighborhoods confront overflowing garbage. Community groups demand clearer guidance and faster collection routes.
A reflective piece discusses public manners on crowded trains and civic duty. It comments that the world is large enough for all and stresses personal responsibility. It questions whether younger charm or older experience better guards against war and hints at gendered disguise and dubious male conduct.
A man who avoided the draft by pulling his teeth plans to replace them with new ones supplied by the government. He notes the shift from old store teeth to a federal program, highlighting the economic considerations of the arrangement.
A reflective fragment discusses the saying that everyone gets what they deserve while noting some people fear the unseen hereafter and cannot confirm whether consequences come in the next life.
Critics argue that constantly altering regulations at every suggestion undermines consistency and planning. Proponents say iterative changes adapt rules to current needs. Both sides warn of bureaucratic overload and confusion if process lacks clear governance.
The term drummer for traveling salesmen arose from early peddlers signaling their arrival by beating a drum in town.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska the county court sets August 28 1917 at 10:00 AM for hearing Ella T Pancake petition seeking appointment of J M Swenson as administrator of the estate of Joseph F Pancake deceased. Notice to interested parties via publication in The Telegraph for three weeks prior to the hearing date. Dated July 28 1917. (Seal) C P Chambers County Judge.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska the Sidney Mercantile Co sues non resident Carlos Peres for four dollars plus costs for groceries and clothing furnished on credit. The plaintiff filed a bill of particulars and secured a writ of garnishment and attachment, with twenty dollars seized from Union Pacific Railroad in the hands of a garnishee.
Defendant warned that failure to answer plus pleas will lead to judgment for plaintiff on September 15 1917 as per court order. Sidney Mercantile Co. signs via A K Greenlee secretary.
In the County Court of [County], Ss. Lewis B. Agard deceased Emma Engle petitions that W. D. Engle be appointed administrator. The hearing is set for 1917 at 2 o clock P M. Interested persons may appear and show cause why the prayer should not be granted. Notice to all interested via The Telegraph for three successive weeks prior to hearing.
Estate No. 139 of Catherine Williams deceased in Cheyenne County Nebraska. Stephen Williams files a petition alleging Catherine Williams died intestate in Cheyenne Wyoming about February 20 1904 and owned described real estate in Cheyenne County Nebraska. Heir at law named are Stephen Williams Alice Williams Mary Rance David Williams John H Williams Timothy Williams Nellie Williams Catherine O Hear e formerly Catherine Williams all residents of the same county.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska State of Nebraska to Minnie L Holmes petition filed July 24 1917 in County Court alleging John S Holmes died intestate in Knox County Illinois about March 15 1893 owning 160 acres SE quarter section 13 16N 53W of the 6th P M in Cheyenne County Nebraska under contract for deed later assigned to legal heirs Anna J Holmes Minnie L Holmes Jennie O Holmes Edna M Holmes and John S Holmes also known as J Stanley Holmes no administrator appointed hearing set for July 25 1917 at 10 oclock Sidney Nebraska seal Co P Chambers
A notice states the decedent died intestate and no administration has been filed in Nebraska. Heirs are named as owners in fee simple of described real estate. The matter is set for hearing on September 1, 1917, with August 1, 1917, as the notice date.
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