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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1921
Page
7
A Julesburg Advocate editorial argues landlords could cut rents as building costs ease and materials drop, noting not all costs fell with wages. It warns keeping rents high harms economic recovery, urging fair pricing based on actual costs to win long term tenant goodwill and stabilize housing. The piece contrasts landlord reluctance with moral duty in a time of shortage.
The excerpt from Patrick Henry states that while he leaves his property to his family, he wishes to convey the Christian religion as their true wealth. He asserts that having faith would make them rich, even if he left them nothing, whereas lacking faith would leave them poor despite material gifts.
The court rules in New Jersey deny exemptions from jury duty for household duties and imply husbands must cook. The column critiques male avoidance of kitchen work, arguing cooking is a basic human instinct and necessary when the wife serves on a jury.
Old rules from a moralistic tone advise cautious bicycle riding as the craze spreads eastward. It humorously counsels choosing a wheel, mounting briefly, dismounting quickly, avoiding fatigue, and eventually giving up the sport after months of practice.
An old readable snippet features a sun dial motto urging focus on sunny hours and directs to call 161 for taxi service, implying a period ad style. The fragment centers on a transportation ad emphasizing favorable daylight hours for rides.
Omaha papers flood front pages with Clare Kimball Young while crowds greet the screen star, a scene described as unmatched by any U.S. president. The piece argues motion pictures hold immense mass appeal, noting twenty million daily moviegoers and global recognition of stars like Chaplin and Pickford. It cites Dr G H Crusen as a medical specialist in women’s diseases and colorectal issues.
Local florist North Platte Floral Co. promotes geraniums and vines ideal for hanging baskets and porch boxes. Insurance services from Livoni and Son accompany the offerings.
The text traces steam engine origins from Hero of Alexandria to Branca van Ptalman and Captain Saveyan Fue Hishmman, naming early inventors and a June 1709 patent date for James Watt, noting the Englishman's pivotal role in the modern engine’s development.
An old African explorer recalls a lion danger and a curious method. He says sitting still and staring at the lion prevented any attack, even without weapons. A companion asks how it worked, and the explorer claims it was perfect. He notes a thought that perhaps a prisoner on a tall tree aided the odd behavior. No Yo American.
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