Roosevelt Campaign Speech Opens Progressive Drive in Pennsylvania
The Sidney Telegraph reports Colonel Roosevelt opening the Progressive party campaign in Pennsylvania. He denounces Democratic tariff policy as costly to workers and farmers while Canada’s exports rise. He claims no tariff relief for Americans and cites foreign competition. The piece links Roosevelt to Republican stances and notes potential adoption of similar ideas as the campaign progresses. The Panama Canal opening is tied to South American trade and the push to remove barriers to gain a larger share of regional commerce.
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Roosevelt
Pittsburgh
Progressive Party
Pennsylvania
Canada
Panama Canal
Mexico election a farce under Huerta control
The July 5 provisional president and vice president poll in Mexican territory under Huerta was a sham with minimal voter turnout and all supporters of the dictator. The United States will not recognize the usurper, while British policy remains to be seen, as revolutionary forces press toward the capital and Carranza and Villa reconcile for ongoing advances.
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Mexico
Huerta
United States
Great Britain
Carranza
Villa
Congress funds two superdreadnoughts and fourteen auxiliary vessels
Believers in US naval power will welcome the congressionally provided buildout of two superdreadnoughts and fourteen auxiliary ships. Supporters of naval expansion may deem it insufficient, yet it exceeds expectations and is likely to win broad approval.
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United States
Congress
Regional Reserve Banking System Set for August Start
Officials expect the new regional reserve banking system to begin operations by August first. Most financial interests eligible under the plan support its adoption, hoping it will work for the public good and inspire confidence. Built largely on banker advice, the system is designed to prove highly successful.
Germany Views Monroe Doctrine With Contempt
A Berlin newspaper correspondent says Germans disdain the Monroe doctrine, teaching in universities that it is arrogant and untenable. He notes the attitude is longstanding and worsened by recent events, with European governments seeing the test of the doctrine as unsatisfactory.
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Germany
Berlin
Proposal for a national school to train diplomats and consuls
The text urges serious consideration of creating a national school for education and training men for the diplomatic and consular service. Diplomacy, described as smoothing differences through negotiation, requires educated entrants, with emphasis on trained candidates to meet its problems and responsibilities. It notes the present era as highlighting the need for educated diplomats.
Popularize U.S. National Parks to Attract Travelers
The push to popularize the national parks as a way to divert money from European travel is praised as part of the conservation movement. Yellowstone and Glacier are highlighted assets and calls are made to improve them and boost their appeal. The Lincoln Highway is seen as boosting inland travel from Europe to American sightseeing and recreation sites.
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United States
America
Yellowstone
Glacier Parks
Europe
Hunt touted for supreme judge by Western Nebraska
Attorney G. J Hunt of Bridgeport is urged before primary voters as a candidate for supreme judge. Petitions circulate in many counties as his fitness is recognized widely. The Telegraph supports his election to give Western Nebraska a voice in important state offices.
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G. J Hunt
Bridgeport
Hunt
Nebraska
Motorized music box attachment spurs mixed reactions
A reader note reports a novelty music box wired to slow and fast car speeds playing Home Sweet Home at under twenty mph and Nearer My God to Thee above that pace. Another tip alleges Scottsbluff dumped twenty barrels of beer into a sewer then imported seven tons for a Fourth of July celebration, implying Bridgeport drinks more beer than Scottsbluff.
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Scottsbluff
Bridgeport
Bridgport
New Electrolicrs Installed in Kimball Town
The Kimball Observer notes new electrolicrs installed in the latter part of the week. It urges Main Street property owners with old wooden awnings over the street to remove them to improve the street’s appearance.
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Kimball
Main Street
Kimball Observer
City News: Will of Karl Gimpert Reserved Private Funeral Speech
Karl Gimpert, a Berlin concert agent, left his entire estate to a priest with a clause that death is private and only the priest may accompany the coffin to the cemetery where the priest will deliver an address. A notary witnessed fulfillment with only that priest present.
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Karl Gimpert
Berlin
Nebraska City News
Newspaper space is rent for living rates, not gifts
Afton Star Enterprise argues that newspapers must charge for space to survive, comparing free advertising to a landlord giving free rent. The proprietor bears the cost, while the beneficiary should pay, as giving away space undermines the paper’s ability to operate.
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Afton-Star-Enterprise
Lincoln County Primary Votes on 5 Mill Court House Levy
Citizens will vote at the primary election on August 18 1914 on a proposed special five mill levy for four years to fund a new courthouse. The levy is estimated to raise about $100 000 for a two story building with a basement, measuring 75 by 111 feet, built of grey pressed brick with Bedford stone trim.
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Lincoln County
Roosevelt's Rest Cure Sparks Field of Advice From Idle Observers
A sharp critique of self styled experts who claim insight into running others business. The piece mocks busy workers who dispense guidance while neglecting their own labor. It condemns idle politicking and applauds practical work over hollow wisdom, ending with a jab about spice in the paper and a grocery store aid.
Sidney Nebraska bids for village power plant and electrical work
The village invites bids for a four division electrical project including a 45 by 62 foot power plant building and a 6.6 ampere tungsten street lighting system with 91 lamps. A $20,000 certified check is required with bids except division 3. Engineer's estimate is 316,500 for all machinery and electrical equipment.
Sidney Nebraska seeks bids for electric power plant building
Public notice invites sealed bids from contractors and dealers for furnishing all materials and labor to install and erect a one story stone and concrete power plant building in Sidney Nebraska. Bids due by noon August 1 1914 mountain time with 20000 certified check. Plans available for deposit 500 refundable on return. Continuous conditions include time for start and completion and forfeiture for delays.
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Leste Neubauer
Sidney
Nebraska
R. A Barlow
Board of Trustees
Hollister
Lincoln
Lesle Neubauer
Village Board
Sidney Nebraska invites bids on steam heating plant project
The Village of Sidney Nebraska invites sealed bids for a steam heating plant and distribution system. Plans may be obtained from VL Hollister or Leslie Neubauer for a $6 deposit. bids due by August 1, 1914. Estimated engineer cost is $5,500 with construction of 400 ft of 7 in pipe and other mains.
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Leslie Neubauer
Sidney
Nebraska
R. A. Barlow
Board of Trustees
VL. Hollister
Lincoln
Lesle Neubauer
Vilage Board
Village Board
L. O. Fundingsland
J.J. Meintosh
Gus Wellner
J .J. Parks
Bow
Order of Hearing on Petition for Settlement of Account
A probate court schedules a hearing on the petition for settlement of account. The order designates the date time and place for interested parties to appear and present any objections or evidence regarding the final accounting and distribution.
Notice of Pony Taken Up in Sidney Precinct Nebraska
Notice by John Dubs of Cheyenne County Nebraska that on July 8 1914 a black pony with bald face pinto spots white hind feet a small white spot on left side branded two half circles and JIazy R on left shoulder was taken up on his enclosed land in Sidney precinct. Dated Sidney Nebraska July 3 1914.
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Sidney Precinct
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Jiazy R
Sidney
John Dubbs
Contest of Homestead Entry in North Platte Neb
Isabelle Anderson of Potter Neb contests Fred J Hoy’s homestead entry No 04502 Serial 04802 for 8 5% sw quarter section 26 township 33 north range 53 west sixth principal meridian claiming abandonment no residence cultivation or improvements and asks cancellation of the entry with Hoy to answer under oath within twenty days after the fourth publication and proof of service to contestant Evans Register with publication dates July 11 July 18 July 25 and August 1 1914
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Department of the Interior
United States Land Office
North Platte
Neb
Fred J Hoy
Sidney
Nebraska
Isabelle Anderson
Potter
Filen
Township 33
Range
Fred J. Hoy
J E, Evans
Register
Notice of Liquor License Application in Gurley Nebraska
Steven Davis filed July 6 1914 with the Cheyenne County Board of County Commissioners for malt wine and spirituous liquor license on Lot 13 Block 2 Gurley Union Valley Precinct Cheyenne County Nebraska. If no objection remonstrance or protest is filed within two weeks from July 13 1914 the license may be granted. EZ IS Applicant.
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Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Said
Henry E. Gapen
William Johnston
Anna C Johnston
Sidney Telegraph
HENRY_E. GAPEN
Seal County
Steven Davis
Board of County Commissioners
Gurley
Union Valley
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Stony Tetterhalnds
Scotch Marine
Villar
Leslie NeuLauer
O Fundingsland
J J. McIntosh
J J. Parks
Ziebert
R. W. Devoe
J. L. McIntosh
Hollis Tes
Fundingsland
Mecintosh
Gus Wellver
Oj Parks
Znebers
Ts Mecintosh
Oph
McClure Syndicate
Mathfinery
Universal
F.o.b
Detroit
O. R. Owens
Sidney, Meb
First National Bank of Sidney
Resources
Rauina
Zoe
U. S
National Bank
State OF
Chlyenne
Gestikt Neuwaver
A Jones
Aulia Aurens
Josephine B. Jones
The
Knight-Camphbell Music Co
West
California
Denver
Celo
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