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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1904
Page
2
A collage of humorous lines and curious statements ranges from royal farming to sea serpents and ill-fated weddings. The piece weaves outdated jokes about wedlock, aviation, and weather, with flippant quips on education and auto misadventure, all in a breezy, column-in-a-newspaper tone.
A proverb-like reflection notes that troubles arrive bundled. the heavier the load a man attempts to bear, the more complications and stress he faces, suggesting wise restraint in taking on burdens.
The reader questions whether a small amount of rotten cork tied with rotted canvas can still be considered a life preserver, implying inspectors should recognize the failure of such materials.
The emperor's brow remains stern yet strained as unrest swirls around him. Officials and guards describe growing anxiety that the chaotic demonstrations could worsen if the situation escalates further.
The Boston Globe notes that dammet means dust in Swedish and suggests using Swedish to vent during windy dusty days. The quirky tip links language learning to weather irritants as a small coping idea.
The piece argues that families should welcome goats at home, contending a goat in the house makes every man his own secret society ally and would be enthusiastically received.
The treasury department reaffirms that pigeons are birds and not poultry aligning with a prior ruling associated with Noah Webster.
A humorous remark suggests avoiding a mob at future Goefer family weddings by hosting the ceremony in a submarine or on a coral reef, reflecting a playful tone about public scenes.
The Boston Globe notes the difficulty of using the same dress for both a June wedding and graduation, highlighting a clash between events and wardrobe needs for the season.
An Italian inmate in Connecticut's prison system is serving a life sentence and expresses a preference to remain imprisoned in the United States rather to be pardoned and sent back to Italy. The matter touches on residence, repatriation, and national policy.
Russell Sage writes a letter praising Judge Miller of Mississippi who argues that meager wages breed idleness because men need not work constantly to live. Sage commends Miller for linking wages to work incentives and social welfare.
A New York woman worth $75,000 died recently and left her husband only $5 for not kissing her in nearly seven years. The corollary suggests neglecting affection can be costly, with the chestnut that a cold heart may cause a poor fortune.
The encyclopedia cites four main causes of poverty: drink, inefficiency and shiftlessness, crime, and a fondness for roving. It notes that a lack of money could also be mentioned as another factor.
A Los Angeles woman petitions for divorce from her husband claiming he kept snakes in the house. If granted on this ground the ruling would be a sweeping victory for the WCTU and its moral stance.
A Philadelphia chemist says he has devised a process to cut radium from 16 million dollars per pound to under 500 thousand dollars. With meat and many goods rising in price, the claim would bring relief to the struggling poor.
Omaha Bee notes Bonesteel South Dakota is bracing for a July land rush with an expected 60 000 registrations. lodging houses hotels and saloons fill the town as speculators and homeseekers arrive. many notaries and agencies are on site while 382 000 acres await claims and prices rise for numbered plots.
London editorials echo belief that Togo has solidified status as a premier admiral. The piece notes Russia’s alleged timidity at Port Arthur and warns the Vladivostok fleet could launch diversions or a forlorn hope dash. Future days may shape the war’s outcome.
In a row at the El Dorado saloon, Tom Geasland a stone mason shot Ied Dugan a gunsmith at the arsenal in the groin. Geasland was arrested amid reports the wound is dangerous and may lead to murder charges.
In Mexico City Ignacio Marescal, foreign relations minister, rejects using his name to back a vice presidential run. He confirms friendship with Interior Minister Corral and expects Corral to win at the polls.
The General Land Office explains that registration blanks for the Rosebud opening are obtainable only at South Dakota registration points Chamberlain Yankton Bonesteel and Fairfax. The only form mailed from Washington is a power of attorney for soldiers registering by an agent.
Harry Floaten, a merchant, was warned by a five‑citizen committee to leave Cripple Creek as martial law loomed. He was arrested and detained briefly on arrival, with no charges pressed. The sole accusation cited by Captain Bulkeley Wells was handling deposits for the local Miners' union.
At Amherst College commencements President George Harris warned that fashionable city society centers on wealth and vulgar excess. He condemned rich divisions in food and dress while noting some wealthy individuals use wealth for higher aims such as culture science art and philanthropy.
Crowds lined the East River as the Slocum hulk was towed to Erie Basin for federal inspection. Flags on tugs were at half mast and dipped at Barrett's Point where the ship sank and many lives were lost. Harbor craft dipped their flags in salute.
In St Louis Missouri officials reported weekly attendance at the World's Fair for the week ending June 25 reached 640 485, up more than 65 000 from the prior week and 402 777 higher than the first week’s total.
Abbe Brosseau stirred thousands at Notre Dame during St. John the Baptist celebration by warning of a church crisis caused by discord between Catholic clergymen and laymen. He said laymen neglect duties while clergy lag in modernization and urged prompt action per the archbishop.
President Roosevelt announced a cabinet reshuffle with Paul Morton of Nebraska named secretary of the navy to take effect July 1. William H Moody becomes attorney general, Victor Metcalf of California to head commerce and labor, replacing resignations of Cortelyou and Knox.
A Gensan Korea telegram says Russian troops burned many houses in Kilju and Ham Heung and subjected women to harsh treatment in the latter town. About one thousand Russians seize livestock foods and carts in northwest Korea and head toward Vladivostok crossing the Tumen via new bridges. Three cholera cases among locals reported. no outbreak among Japanese troops.
London dispatch reports Tangier has resumed normal life with no expected developments after the Perdicaris episode, the Tangier correspondent of the Daily Telegraph states.
Admiral Togo reports engagement at Port Arthur last Thursday. A Peresviet class battleship sunk, Sevastopol class battleship and Diana class cruiser damaged. Port Arthur fleet sailed out to meet the Japanese forces.
Nebraska items describe a Fremont home fire damage, stolen mules in Springfield, assaults in Wymore, political delegates, county picnics, bank formation, fines for public drunkenness, police changes, smallpox in Plattsmouth, burns to a Nebraska City wife, a near-fatal assault on a Beatrice grocer, hospital work accidents, jail escapes, court disputes over race and constitution, droughts in Sarpy crop, and railroad valuation policy moving through Lincoln.
Lloyd Havens of the Pohl and Shephard basketball team saved a two year old child from danger beside the railway track near Ames as a Union Pacific train approached. He acted quickly while traveling with teammates en route to North Bend for a game.
Scott's Bluff T. C. Bottom & Co have completed planting 400 acres of potatoes. This brings total valley acreage to about 10,000 across the region resulting from the new planting season.
An eastbound freight led by conductor George Mills mangled three young children in the yards. A 3 year old boy died instantly, a 16 month old girl died within an hour, and a five year old girl suffered a severe foot injury.
Norfolk reports 14 year old Willie Stahl drowned while swimming with friends Sunday. Comrades deny the accident and say he went home. his clothing was hidden in a barn to conceal the incident.
Scott's Bluff citizens vote not to celebrate this year due to a smallpox scare. One mild case exists and is believed controllable, with no further danger expected.
Don C. Despain of Nebraska leads a five state association of free employment bureaus that will soon prove its ability to mobilize harvest labor. Kansas reports a demand for about 21,000 workers, with harvesting set to begin June 20 and railroads offering special rates.
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