Conquest of Trade Signals Latin American Opportunity
A spirited forecast of postwar Latin American trade, led by American manufacturers and merchants. The piece argues U S banks and careful adaptation of products to local preferences will unlock a two billion dollar annual market, with transportation ready and Europe yielding the field. It stresses credit, financing, and sustained effort as keys to lasting ties and mutual profit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Latin America
United States
England
Germany
France
Bart Kitchener
Fixing Responsibility in Europe’s Great War
A historical reflection urges future scholars to judge World War I impartially, cautioning that present bias from ancestry, environment, or national identity distorts causes and assigns blame. It notes Germans, Austrians, French, Russians, Britons, and Slavs each hold divergent, colored views of the conflict’s roots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
War Responsibility Seen in Coming Judgment
The passage argues that noble justice cannot yet prevail amid stirred passions and hate. It asserts responsibility for the greatest war rests somewhere, and the future, with clearer vision, will likely identify its culprits.
Taxing beer whiskey and tobacco to cover war losses
The piece argues that customs revenue will drop due to the European war and that internal taxes should rise. It suggests beer whiskey and tobacco as the fairest targets and asserts the move will not cause hardship and may even promote thrift in drinking and smoking, benefiting many.
Waste Not the Harvest as Prices Rise
The article urges producers to avoid waste amid rising food prices. It notes labor shortages cause some loss but campaigns for careful conservation of harvested goods. With unprecedented prices and Europe’s demand, there will be a strong market for all surplus beyond domestic needs.
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Europe
European conflict could boost Monroe Doctrine ties
The text argues that European strife may push independent Latin American nations to view the United States as a real protector. It suggests they might fear European attempts at conquest and, recognizing U.S. defense, abandon suspicion and foster confidence and cordial friendship.
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Europe
Latin America
European situation and US military policy
The author argues that Europe’s affairs could affect US military and naval policy. They acknowledge security from isolation and neutrality but warn complications are possible and suggest neutrality guardianship may cause misunderstandings. The piece urges attention from Washington statesmen.
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United States
Washington
Japan declares war on Germany and eyes Chinese lands
The United States weighing Japan's move against Germany as England backs Tokyo. If Japan pushes beyond dispossessing Germany in China, questions arise about open door trade and US influence. Public worry centers on possible consequences for Far East interests and potential trouble for the United States.
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Japan
Germany
United States
England
China
Far East
Determination Drives Her Pursuit Despite Difficulty
The speaker notes the challenge ahead yet emphasizes unwavering determination to achieve the goal. She faces tougher-than-expected work but remains resolved to persevere and complete the task.
Local threshing outfits report higher acreage and steady yields
W S Woolsey reported his recent auto trip southwest of town where Campbell & Brewer and W M Simms threshing crews operated in overlapping territory. They said yields per acre are similar to last season while acreage is larger, and higher grain prices suggest better financials than in 1913.
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W. S. Woolsey
Campbell & Brewer
W. M. Simms
Levy for New County Court House Defeated in Most Precincts
The proposal to raise 100000 with four annual levies for a new court house was defeated in the Tuesday primary by several hundred votes. North Platte showed a 530 majority yet could not offset opposition in outside precincts. Only Hinman among observed precincts voted in favor. several precincts voted against the levy.
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North Platte
Hinman
North Platte Tribune
County Commissioner Terms Set By Supreme Court
The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that county commissioners serve four years, not two, and that a 1912 law cannot alter terms for those elected before its passage. Commissioner Smith, elected 1911 for four years, serves until January 1917. Lindberg, elected fall 1910, expires January 1913, and Randall, elected fall 1912 for four years, expires January 1917. Morrill County will have only one district election this year.
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Supreme Court
Nebraska
Smith
F. R. Lindberg
Morrill County
Randall
Bridgeport Blade
Federal ruling on migratory birds fuels hunting debate
The Sedgwick Sun reports that Federal Judge Trieher in Little Rock reaffirmed a ruling that the Federal Government lacks control over migratory birds. The decision, likely to be appealed, could shift duck hunting regulation back to state law, with open seasons varying by state such as Colorado and Nebraska. A congressman says only interstate commerce grounds could uphold federal control.
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Trieher
Little Rock
Arkansas
Kansas City
Colorado
Nebraska
Sedgwick Sun
A Mule’s Kick and Sad Stories in town lore
A rural adage notes a mule’s kick is full of spirit while a town knocker’s blow is half hearted. People avoid others’ woe tales and travel in circles to hear about real wartime progress, hoping to know as much as those who started earlier.
Picnic tale hints at judgment by appearances
A fragment notes people’s fear of judgment based on appearances as a small boy attends a picnic and, after indulging in eight pieces of chicken and multiple servings, faces imagined scrutiny from others. The odd ending suggests a moral about vanity and perception in social settings.
Mothers and daughters cycle of work and recuperation
A reflective piece contrasts a daughter's fatigue from daily tasks with a mother's steady workload. It argues that lack of maternal authority breeds ingratitude, urging mothers to claim leadership and train children to share family duties for harmony.
If These Big Rains Had Come Six Weeks Ago
A reflective quotation on weather and wealth notes that wealth might have followed if rains had arrived earlier, while life remains uncertain and people often cling to promises instead of seeking rest by letting go.
Order of hearing on petition for administration
In Cheyenne County Nebraska county court August 24 1914 Henry E Gapen presiding the matter of Bertha C Neubauer deceased John Daugherty petitions for administration to him as administrator hearing set for September 16 1914 at 10 am the order requires notice to all interested by publication in the Sidney Telegraph for three weeks prior to the hearing to show cause why the prayer should not be granted.
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Nebraska
Cheyenne
Henry E. Gapen
Bertha C. Neubauer
John Daugherty
Sidney Telegraph
Notice for Publication James Z Vacik final proof
Department of the Interior U S Land Office North Platte Neb Aug 10 1914 Notice is hereby given James Z Vacik Crook Colo who on Apr 10 1909 made homestead entry 03967 for lots 1 2 3 4 Sec 20 Tp 12 N R 48 W made in conjunction with H E 6984 Sterling Colo Land Office May 19 1908 for lots 3 4 SW SE section 22 township 12 N range 49 W 6th principal meridian has filed notice of intention to make final five year proof to establish claim to the land above described before Joseph Oberfelder U S Commissioner at Sidney Nebraska on the 5th day of Oct 1914 Claimant names as witnesses John McDonald Crook Colo Lukas Stuciler John Suchey Charles Faytinger all of Sunol Neb J E EVANS Register 47-6
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Department of the Interior
U. S. Land Office
North Platte
Nebr
James Z. Vacik
Crook
Colo
Sterling
Land Office
Joseph Oberfelder
U. S
Sidney
Nebraska
John McDonald
Crook, Colo
Lukas Stuciler
John Suchey
Charles Faytinger
Sunol
Neb
J. E. Evans
Register
William Alexander McMullen
Township 14
Range 51
Sidney, Neb
John Anderson
Grant Anderson
Peter Lindgaard
Arthur Lyngholm
Order of hearing on petition for settlement of account
County Court in 1914 assigns September 18 at 10 a m for hearing Oscar J Anderson final settlement and discharge as administrator of James Evans deceased estate. Judge Henry E Gapen presides. Petitioner filed July 31 1914.
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Nebraska
Cheyenne
Said
Henry E. Gapen
James Evans
Oscar J. Anderson
Court to be held in said county for petition hearing
Cited legal notice states court to be held in and for said county for hearing on petition. Interested parties are directed to publish a copy of this order in the Sidney Telegraph weekly for four consecutive weeks prior to the date. A true copy signed by Henry E. Gapen.
Probate Notice to Creditors in Cheyenne County Nebraska
In Cheyenne County Nebraska creditors of Gustav Brott deceased must present claims to the administrator for examination adjustment and allowance. Notices posted on November 11 and December 14 1914 at 10 am with six months to file claims and one year to settle from August 11 1914. Published in Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to November 11 1914. Witness my hand and seal this August 11 1914.
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Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Gustav Brott
Said
Sidney Telegraph
Proposed Constitutional Amendment No Three in Nebraska
A historic 1914 measure proposes to alter Nebraska’s executive terms and salaries. It sets a two year governor term from January after election and fixes salaries for governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor, treasurer, attorney general, and other officers. The amendment includes timelines for first elections in 1916 and requires fees and moneys to flow to the state treasury. It outlines ballot language for and against the proposal to adjust term lengths and officer pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Executive Department
Secretary of State
Puperintervenct of Public Instruction
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Nebraska Constitutional Amendment Certification Notice
Approval dated April 21, 1918 confirms the proposed amendment to the Nebraska Constitution is a true copy of the enrolled bill passed by the Thirty third Legislature. It states the amendment will be submitted to voters on November 3, 1914, with Addison J. Walt as Secretary of State and the Great Seal affixed in Lincoln.
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Addison Walt
State of
Nebraska
A. D
Sheriff’s Sale Notice in Cheyenne County Nebraska
A 1914 sheriff sale announces foreclosure on all of Section 23, Township 14 North, Range 48 West, for debt of 1079.17 plus costs. Sale set for September 2, 1914 at 10 am in front of Sidney courthouse, Nebraska, advertised by J W McDaniel Sheriff.
William McMullen Homestead Notice from Sidney Nebraska
Public notice announces Will iam Alexander McMullen of Sidney Nebr who filed Homestead Entry 04910 on October 1 1910 for section 22 township 14 north range 51 west 6th meridian to prove up final three year proof before the County Judge in Sidney on October 6 1914 naming John Anderson Grant Anderson Peter Lindgaard and Arthur Lyngholm all of Sidney as witnesses.
Sale notice on Cheyenne County real estate judgment
By order of sale from the Cheyenne County Clerk a judgment in favor of Fannie Tobin against Oscar Brandt and Emma T. Brandt for 1943.81 plus costs. Real estate described as the north half of section 12 and southwest quarter of section 12 in township 13 range 49. Sale to high bidder for cash on September 21, 1914 at 10 a.m. in front of the Sidney Courthouse. Sheriff of Cheyenne County to conduct.
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Cheyenne County
Nebraska
HM Grimes
Charles Ro Sherman
Ralph S. Roberts
Elizabeth Roberts
Alphon Mendenhall
F. H. Wilver
F. C. Babcocls
Court House
Sidney
J. W. McDaniel
Sheri
Said
District Court
H. M. Grimes
Fannie Tobin
Oscar Brandt
Emma T. Brandt
Said County
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