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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1913
Page
4
The Nebraska governor pledges a modest executive mansion budget and plans to finish his term with savings. The piece argues that democratic simplicity grows as mail order houses curb rural merchants and suggests taxing these houses to fund road building, urging country merchants to engage in the policy debate.
President Wilson seeks currency reform but several House Democrats oppose action this session and call for more investigation of the money trust. Reports suggest Wall Street influence at the White House, a factor that could sway many congressmen despite the president's wishes.
The semi centennial of the Battle of Gettysburg will be celebrated next week with elaborate exercises and a July 4 reunion of Union and Confederate survivors. The event aims to ease sectional tensions and show no lingering hostility among veterans, promising to be a memorable chapter in current history.
A congress bill to bar interstate commerce in child labor products is likely to meet strong opposition, especially from the Democratic Solid South where child labor is more prevalent. The measure should gain support from all who believe children under fourteen should be kept from harmful toil.
The federal station provided by Congress for immigrant supervision will open in Chicago on July first. For years a local group, the Immigrant's Protective League, handled related work, now superseded by the new station. Last year over 15,000 immigrants received attention, reflecting the league’s prior large role and the station’s aim to care for aliens, direct them properly, and supply needed information.
Our Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan plans to bring his lunch to the State Department in a bid for democratic simplicity. Mrs Bryan prepares the meal to save time rather than money, reflecting a notable example from the administration.
The report attributes to Secretary Bryan a reluctance to shield American interests in Mexico. The note suggests Huerta could press demands on American holdings with possible confiscation if unmet, arguing that a government failing to protect its people cannot expect loyalty.
Ten states now have woman suffrage with Illinois newly added. Advocates gain momentum urging campaigns nationwide. The national senate committee has reported in favor of a proposed constitutional amendment making equal suffrage nationwide. Opposition weakens before organized, law respecting American womanhood.
A congress bill proposes a tax on mail order houses to protect country merchants. The author claims mail order competition has hurt rural towns, noting eight states show population declines over the last decade and that six to seven thousand towns lost residents.
General Lee decided on invading the north prompting alarm in Washington. Meade led the Army of the Potomac to meet Lee at Gettysburg, the war’s pivotal clash. Despite victory, pursuit failed as Union forces were depleted, making the outcome decisive yet costly. The battle surpassed major European battles in valor and tactics.
The text urges towns to support a well run local newspaper as it mirrors civic spirit business enterprise and learning. A well filled news section thoughtful editorials and attractive advertising project a progressive community and invite home seekers and visitors. Citizens should back such papers to help their towns gain a good figure before the world.
The silver jubilee of Emperor William II is celebrated with fulsome praise for his twenty five year rule. The Kaiser is credited with strengthening the German army and navy to safeguard peace and Europe's balance of power. His personal character is lauded, and German progress under his reign is highlighted as a testament to wisdom and patriotism.
In 1776 the Declaration of independence marked a turning point toward liberty and self government. The essay lauds the patriot founders as prophets of freedom and urges modern Americans to reflect on whether current reforms strengthen or undermine the republic and to celebrate Independence Day through thoughtful study rather than pageantry.
Fifty years earlier the North faced general unease about preserving the Union. The Potomac army endured defeats under McClellan, Pope, Burnside, and Hooker while western successes failed to decisively weaken the Confederacy. Enlistments lagged, soldier morale stayed loyal, yet victories were scarce and Washington feared the grim outlook.
H M Armbrecht president of Mobile chamber of commerce lauds Nebraska editors for a booster edition plan. He tours the country admiring Omaha's publicity bureau and urges Alabama to adopt a similar state publicity effort to boost recognition across the United States. He notes 200,000 copies distributed nationwide during the week and calls Nebraska's editors resilient and effective.
A compact wit filled snippet contrasts universal affection for lovers with a shrug at missed chances and clever quips about doors foreseen opportunities. It playfully notes drastic life choices such as removing appendixes or consciences and jests that boyhood’s stone age marks an expensive life stage.
The column laments England without a poet laureate after Alfred Austin and mocks prosperity as heartless. It notes local parental reluctance to let sons swim, a man buying a $65 pup guarded by a steel chain, and a St. Louis druggist claiming his wife is respectable while others may publish what they know.
One copy of the 1912 school laws was sent to every county director. The volume is public property to be kept by school officers and shown at district meetings. Key changes include a 35 mill general levy, state aid rules for districts with 12 or more sections, minimum months of school based on district size, and a July 10 deadline for director annual reports to qualify for state apportionment. Edith M. Stark.
The annual meeting of shareholders will be at the Secretary's office on Monday July 14 1913 at 7 PM for director elections and other business. Polls open 7 30 to 8 30 PM. W F Bassett president and Robert A Barlow secretary.
A hearing is ordered on the petition for settlement of account identified as case 36-4. The court directs notice to all interested parties and sets dates and procedures for presenting final accounts and supporting documentation.
Creditors of the estate of Charles M Cradit meet the Administrator before County Judge of Cheyenne County Nebraska at the County Court room on July 30 1913 at 10 oclock a m to present claims for examination adjustment and allowance. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from June 13 1913. Notice published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before July 30 1913. Henry E Gapen County Judge.
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