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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1912
Page
4
Roosevelt’s old praise of Taft reappears as the Taft renomination effort grows. Republican clubs form nationwide, boosting campaign activity amid La Follette’s collapse and Democratic discord. Roosevelt’s silence on his own plans remains a key factor shaping the momentum.
President Taft expresses confidence in the intelligence of the American people and predicts a Republican win in November 1912. He argues a fuller view of his administration will reveal its value and the opponents’ attacks as unjust, urging a six month campaign to educate voters and justify re election.
The piece weighs the puzzling silence of Mr. Roosevelt and the uneasy vibe around his implied bid. It contrasts with 1880s Grant third term push led by Conkling, noting Grant’s readiness for a third term and questioning adherence to Washington's traditions.
The piece argues Theodore Roosevelt should announce whether he seeks another term, noting his prior pledge against a third run and praising Taft’s presidency. It asserts Roosevelt must inform the nation explicitly to protect his reputation and honor. Roosevelt’s duty to clarify aims is deemed essential to national duty.
A playful verse area questions what a man would do if he loses a golf ball in a light hearted tone. The piece contrasts a “naughty” girl with the dilemma faced by the golfer in a humorous mood.
The Nebraska Supreme Court overturns a district court dismissal in the Cheyenne Morrill counties bridge case. It holds Cheyenne County liable for a $9,359 bridge claim to Western Bridge and Construction Co and orders remand. The decision notes Morrill County’s one third share of the bridge land may be used to settle the debt. Judge Barnes writes the opinion with Judge Hamer dissenting.
Bloomfield Nebraska reports the death of Marvin Maxwell eight son of Ernest P Maxwell from acute peritonitis after sustaining internal injuries while coasting with friends.
In Kearney Nebraska on February 15 citizens approved bonds to create a municipal light plant costing $40,000 aimed at providing street lighting after a notably lively local election.
Chicago trading showed mixed results with wheat May at 192, July 1957, corn May 682 and July 684, oats May 52 and July 48. Pork May 16.17, July 16.34. lard May 9.22, July 9.35. ribs May 8.77, July 8.82. Cattle receipts 16,50 steady. notable prices include western steers 485, stockers 38, calves 575, hogs 39,000 receipts with mixed weights, sheep receipts 23,000 with natives 315 to 470 and yearlings 475 to 570.
South Omaha reports cattle receipts of 3500 with bids up 10 cents. beet steers at 525 7 59, cows and heifers 3.20 6.00, stockers and feeders 425 573, bulls 4.45 5.49, calves 480 7.75. Hogs receipts 15260 up five cents. heavy hogs 615 6.25, butcher 600 10, light 580 600. Sheep receipts 6509 up ten cents. wethers 485 450, ewes 275 4.00, rams 35.00 6.40.
In Nanking the national assembly caucus moves to elect Yuan Shi Kai president, while Sun Yat Sen signals resignation as Yuan nears Nanking within four days. Sun’s note to Yuan urges rapid arrival to fulfill popular calls for unity and abdication.
Notice to Sidney electors Cheyenne county Nebraska of a special election on March 23 at the Court House to decide 22000 in sewerage bonds of 500 each, 20 year term, interest six percent, funded by a sewerage tax levy. bonds payable to bearer with proceeds to a sewerage fund and duties of the village officers and ballot form specified.
The capital shows little street demonstration as China readies for the New Year. Over 30,000 troops are around Beijing with lax discipline raising looting fears. Yuan Shi Kai seeks to suppress dissent while the south weighs acceptance of his coalition offer.
Washington held further hearings on charges of political activity against Major B B Ray paymaster in the army stationed in Chicago. George F Downey read letters and orders, including a suppressed clerk’s note accusing Ray of corrupting his wife and detailing a troubling story for transfer consideration.
Public notice items show a sheriff sale of the southwest quarter of section 29 17N 47W Cheyenne County Nebraska to satisfy a $2245 judgment with costs. sale set for March 19 in front of Sidney courthouse at 10 a.m. Also probate notice to Flora Essig and others for Curtis D Essig estate with hearing February 20 at 10 a.m. and publication in The Sidney Telegraph for four weeks.
Adelbert questions why Gertrude's friend Jook opposes George's court case. Gertrude explains she saw a similar suit in a clothing store window priced at $699, suggesting a purchase influence.
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