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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1897
Page
3
In a Scottish village a letter reveals Marjorie Annan’s elopement with Cavissidiere Caussidiere. Amid shock, Miss Hetherington urges restitution, and John Sutherland faces a choice. Marjorie later marries Caussidiere in a private ceremony and departs with him.
The next day Caus sidiere and Marjorie walk through fields to a lone church. Inside, Marjorie prays on a pew while a hand on her shoulder brings her back to reality. They rise, share a embrace, and move forward together as if in a dream.
Miss Hetherington reveals to John Sutherland that Marjorie is the ward of the Hetheringtons and the truth could ruin the family. She says a jealous Frenchman uncovered the secret and has taken Marjorie away with him, urging Sutherland to act quickly. The cliffhanger ends with her asking for his resolve.
A Pittsburg Dispatch correspondent depicts entering a dark Pell Street alley toward a rear tenement stair, where opium smells mingle with Oriental interiors. Caucasian hostesses in flowered gowns are seen by lit lamps, cigarette smoke, and ornate wares as doorways reveal glimmering rooms and costly East Asian goods.
A Philadelphia Record clipping recounts a humorous tale of the late poet Jean Ingelow. While guests once urged nightingales to sing under moonlight, they kept still for five minutes as the birds performed, then Miss Tugelow asked if they were singing. The Londoner’s fear of drafts adds a curious touch.
Hon Lorrin A Thurston urges Hawaiian annexation to expand US markets for farm and manufactured goods. He argues Pacific commerce will grow through Hawaii, noting Russia, Japan, China, Australia, and South America as developing markets and warning of strategic risks if Hawaii remains under foreign control.
Sheriff Pease faces strange requests from distant districts as a Texas writer seeks a 250 pound bear. The sheriff’s office plans warning cards about ticket scams for benefits, noting no such party has occurred for seven years. Chief Deputy Peters aims to curb fraud targeting potential victims.
In the Lynchburg Advance Bishop Hartell argues Africa will be the flashpoint for a century of global rivalry among European powers. He cites Germany, France, Italy, and Britain with Britain likely to lead due to footholds in Egypt and South Africa and its rising naval power.
Sir W. R. Hamilton kept a strong horse named Comet and used to gallop it in circles on the lawn. Once in Dublin after a mathematical problem occurred to him the horse bolted. He let it run free for four miles before stopping at his gate, coinciding with the moment the problem was solved.
Experiments over two years study the Atlantic Ocean to learn its character as a great moving body. Findings indicate the Atlantic circulates slowly in a round motion, likening it to an enormous pool.
A Philadelphia North American snippet captures a joking exchange about great men of the stage. A tracedian asks where they are now while a comedian quips they may be performing the continuous show on the other shore.
In a playful Detroit Free Press exchange, pumpkin pie is praised for soothing effects yet called a trigger for hunger and a desire for more. The banter pits soothing sentiment against appetite as guests debate dessert stamina.
Nebraska teachers accelerate plans for the state delegation meeting featuring a program with multiple attractions and activities designed to attract attendees. The event emphasizes professional development, networking, and discussions likely to shape educational directions in the state.
Lincoln prepares for the thirtieth annual Nebraska State Teachers association convention from December 27 to 30 with high profile speakers including William T Harris and Dr. David Starr Jordan. A musical carnival on December 29, sessions in the library, and a Hawaii annexation debate are planned alongside faculty, committee, and state board activities.
Attorney General Smyth, in response to Dawson county's request, states county judges are not entitled to pay for appointing election judges and clerks as no statute provides compensation. He notes public officer pay is statutory, not contractual, and extra fees are not binding even if duties exceed statutory requirements. State v Brewer cited.
Judge J H Broady asked leave to file for a writ of mandamus to compel the governor and state boards and officials to approve salaries and supplies for the Society of the Home for the Friendless officers since last July.
The semi annual financial report shows the insurance department on hand 7938 dollars as of May 31. Fees collected for six months total 10 246 40 with monthly amounts shown including June July August September October and November. Auditor entries to the state treasury total 9 000 with several larger remittances in June August and October.
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