The Wheat Inquiry Reflects War Price Causes
Federal probe into rising wheat and flour prices weighs whether speculation or supply demand drives the surge. The piece notes Europe's hunger for American grain, limited relief avenues, and wartime conditions shaping prices, with skepticism about quick benefits from the inquiry. It mentions one quarter of last year's U S wheat still in farmers hands and argues war-driven disruption as the likely cause.
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Europe
Russia
Teutonic Alliance
United States
Canada
Dardanelles
Argentina
Republican Ideas In Wilson Address Warns Of Partisanism
In a Jackson Day address President Wilson says the Republican party lacks new ideas after thirty years. He cites 22 years of GOP governance under which Cuba and the Philippines gained independence and the Panama Canal progressed. He argues Democratic ideas have harmed industry and warns voters that business and working people are suffering under Wilson’s counterpart. The piece frames the political clash as a judge of American progress and forecasts a Republican resurgence.
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Jackson Day
Wilson
Republican Party
Cuba
Philippines
United States
Panama Canal
Democratic Party
Cleveland
Woodrow Wilson
Republic
Governor Morehead's budget cautions for economy and term reform
Governor Morehead urges strict economy in appropriations and outlines four year terms for state officers with no re election. He notes public support for restricting spending, warns against extravagance, and questions a supreme court commission as a remedy, predicting legislative rejection.
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Morehead
Congress
Supreme Court Commission
Women in Wilson cabinet favor corn bread and corn pone
The article notes that the women in President Wilson's cabinet prefer corn bread, rice cake, and corn pone, with Mrs. Marshall favoring older two to three day old bread. Medical experts agree corn bread, when well made, is healthier and cheaper than wheat bread, and could be a practical substitute if wheat shortages occur.
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Wilson
Marshal
Governor Opposes Convict Labor Printing Plant Plan
The governor appears unaware of printing plant requirements and the small pool of convicts in the trade. Critics doubt skilled labor needs and question the governor’s feasibility of a convict run operation, predicting little serious consideration for the proposal.
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Morehead
President Wilson Opposes Federal Woman Suffrage Amendment
President Wilson stands against amending the federal constitution to grant women the vote. He believes the issue should be decided by individual states acting independently.
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Wilson
Stanton
Cucning
Suffrage Debate Moves to State Campaigns and Party Split
The article discusses how supporters and opponents of woman suffrage debate the best path forward. It notes many will back state level efforts while contending the movement gains no aid from the Democratic party. It suggests a vigorous fight and possible gains through state campaigns.
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Democratic Party
Optimistic Chicago commerce head lauds post depression gains
The president of the Chicago Association of Commerce voiced strong optimism about the business outlook. He noted passage through the depression valley and predicted sunshine ahead as commerce and industry quicken their pace, stressing confidence and renewed energy across the national economy.
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Chicago Association of Commerce
Farmers Profit From Wheat Price Rise Say Experts
Experts from the agriculture department dispute the claim that American farmers gain nothing from higher wheat prices. They argue farmers have profited heavily, with estimates ranging from one hundred million dollars to perhaps double that amount, while noting middlemen and speculators also benefited. Farmers are said to be aware of when and how to secure their share of advancing prices.
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Department of Agriculture
Petition by Helena women seeks chaperone for state workers
The Woman's Study League of Helena Idaho presents a petition to Montana lawmakers asking for a chaperone for women employees at the state capital. The piece criticizes the petition as misguided, noting it implies distrust and reflects poorly on legislators and women workers, while questioning social mores and the approach to protecting women.
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Woman's Study League
Helena
Montana
House
Senate
State House
Study League
Dusk talk and lessons on workplace conduct for women
In a candid discourse, the speaker urges Study Club women to distinguish between professional behavior and flirtation. He argues women workers face danger outside the office, praises respectful treatment by all men, and insists employers hire for skill, not flirtation, noting protection is not required in the workplace.
Prayer for Reporters Notes a Lincoln House Prayer
The Lincoln House of Representatives chaplain offered a prayer for reporters, a group often described as cussed and off. The piece notes reporters, door keepers, pages, and others listening to solons deserve prayers, suggesting even revivalists overlook them.
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House of Representatives
Lincoln
Solons
Four Sons in War Contrast Nebraska Farmer Story
An Eastern Nebraska German farmer has four sons in the war, a contrast to a Sidney area man who also has four sons-in-law but none are serving. The item notes varying wartime outcomes among neighboring families.
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Nebraska
Sidney
Wolf Hunts Around the County Cut Costs with Fatalities
Several hundred men in the county have pursued wolf hunting this season. Reported fatalities tally three coyotes, a striking measure of economy turning three animals into sport for many.
Liar Doubts Cast as Self Accuser in Harsh Remark
A sharp remark accuses someone of lying and self-doubt, portraying a speaker who questions every man’s word. The line frames mistrust and personal hypocrisy as a public fault.
Lost National Fire Insurance policies void without countersignature
Legal advertisements warn that National Fire Insurance Company policies numbers 101791 to 101800 lost since they lack countersignatures or premiums. The policies are void and not recognized if found. return to R. A. Barlow at the company in Sidney Nebraska or to local agent Robert A. Barlow.
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National Fire Insurance Company of
Hartford
Conn
R. A. Barlow
Sidney
Neb
National Fire Insurance Co
Woc Dunker
Robert A Barlow
Order of Hearing Gays Den of Foreign I
Nebraska county court schedules hearing on petition to probate a purported authentic copy of a California will for Saint J. Dey. Judge Chambers sets February 23 1915 at 10 am in Iala County. Notices will run in Sidney Telegraph for three weeks.
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Chambers
Saint J. Dey
JA. Woten
Superior Court
County of
Los Angeles
State of California
Nebraska
Iala
Petiloner
Sidney Telegraph
Sald
Big Surprise as House Recommends Minimum Wage Bill
Lincoln January 28. The House committee of the whole recommends Jerry Howard's minimum wage bill for passage after a heated clash with Platte County's Ragan. Norton leads the push for a constitutional convention bill amid broader debate on state cost cuts and anti nepotism efforts while lawmakers tackle irrigation, public welfare, and district reapportionment proposals.
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House
Norton
Lincoln
Jerry Howard
Jerry
Howard
Ragan
Platte
State House
Platte County
Whch
Douglas Countsman
Greenwalt
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Ainlay
Nance
Alnlay
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Matteson
Clay
Hopper
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