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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1914
Page
4
The piece argues literacy tests for immigrants offer little protection against crime, praising immigrants seeking better lives. It highlights Wisconsin’s compensation law success, Germany’s tariff stance, France’s labor forces, and the automobile’s impact on life, industry, and roads, noting rising female employment and its potential effect on marriage rates.
The article notes eugenists prove entrance of women into industry affects the race. In 1910 about 6 million of the 23.6 million women over 16 were employed, with 44.5 percent under 26, and the at work figure had more than doubled since 1880, indicating rapid female labor participation.
Representatives from the Middle West press for repeal of the canal’s free toll provision for coastwise shipping. They argue it harms national honor, domestic welfare, and eastern advantage, urging all Middle West lawmakers to back President Wilson’s repeal plan. Nebraska’s two senators reportedly favor repeal.
The article argues that a candidate’s acceptance implies adherence to party platform, yet President Wilson has shown independence from platform pledges. It contends he believes in personal judgment over party demands, appealing to a broad public, while upsetting certain Democrats with special interests.
The speaker denounces arbitrary executive dictation and one man power, arguing that the public disapproves of "big stick" methods. It notes the president has met tariff and currency pledges, and suggests disregarding other promises would not cause harm to the country.
An excerpt discusses Denmark's century old agricultural apprenticeship and extensive farming education. It notes a large network of agricultural schools and high emphasis on general culture, producing well rounded farmers. Comparisons are drawn to Illinois politics and critiques of public figures amid national debates.
A clipped report notes Bromley attracting attention after a recent appearance. It hints at increased wealth and interest from certain people who may seek meetings, suggesting rising influence and awareness of his notoriety.
Debate grows on whether the postmaster general should face impeachment. While some call for drastic action, others note that even grave errors do not automatically justify impeachment and stress the need for careful judgment. The public attention highlights Burleson's controversial decisions and the administration's handling of postal matters.
The piece notes Gore's strong aid for re-election and warns that no rival can imitate the surge. It suggests appearances with a pretty face or a dusted Bible do not guarantee religious devotion or a family’s virtue, hinting at public perceptions and family roles.
Nebraska Cheyenne County County Court hears Jennie Weaver petition for final settlement and discharge as administratrix in estate of Nicholas O Bryan. Hearing set for March 30 1914 at 10 a m with notice by four weekly publications in Sidney Telegraph.
County Court in 1914 orders Melissa Henson to be administratrix of John H Henson deceased. Hearing set for March 9, 1914 at 10 a.m. Notice to publish in Sidney Telegraph for three consecutive weeks. True Copy signed by County Judge Henry E Gapen.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office North Platte Nebraska January 28 1914 Notice is hereby given that Zeb dee Gustin of Dalton Nebraska who on Oct 10 1910 made homestead entry for ne section 6 township 15 N range 49 W 6th principal meridian has filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish claim to the land described before Joseph Oberfelder U S Commissioner at his office in Sidney Nebraska on March 26 1914 Claimant names as witnesses William Schwartz Benjamin Walker of Sidney Nebraska George Bewley George Ruhter of Dalton Nebraska Nahrachka AVG Udene
Creditors of the estate of Charles Kuhn deceased must file claims for examination adjustment and allowance before County Judge Henry E Gapen at the Cheyenne County Court on May 12 1914 at 10:00 a m Four weeks of publication in the Sidney Telegraph precede the date Six months are allowed to present claims and one year to settle from February 18 1914.
By order of County Judge Henry E. Gapen the sheriff will sell at public vendue at 10:00 a m on March 2 1914 the North West quarter of section 27 township 16 north range 49 west Cheyenne County to satisfy a judgment in favor of William Speakman against Arthur Is Potter 20 tons of hay and described chattels listed with the writ. Sheriff J W McDaniel dated February 16 1914.
A petition filed February 10 1914 by William N Thompsett and sixteen others seeks establishing a section line road from the northwest corner of section four township fourteen range forty nine west one mile to the northwest corner of section five terminating thereat. Objections or claims for damages must be filed in the County Clerk’s office by noon April 12 1914 or the road will be established without reference thereto. Dated February 10 1914 H T Doran County Clerk.
In the County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska Walter Younglund deceased a petition to waive administration was filed February 9 1914 by Elmer Younglund alleging intestacy and that the estate consists of an undivided one third interest in the fee simple title to the southeast quarter of section 32 township 15 north range 48 with two heirs Elmer and Oscar Younglund brothers of the deceased The court orders a hearing on March 2 1914 and directs publication in The Sidney Telegraph as notice to interested parties.
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