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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1904
Page
3
Frontier town Ellisville, sheriff Bill Watson and outlaw Ike Anderson clash amid whiskey bars and dusty streets. The lawman eyes a new threat Cal Greathouse while Anderson drifts toward a fatal shootout in a violent, lawless settlement.
London Globe Paris correspondent relays a curious tale of an English writer famed for instability. He visits a portrait of his mother and recalls a June London interview with a disgustingly aged woman who declares there is only one thing worth living for and that is sin.
A brief glimpse into Frederic R. Coudert’s child filled dictionary shows humorous child crafted definitions. Dust becomes mud, snoring becomes letting off sleep, apples are bubbles from trees, back biter is a mosquito, fan is a brush for warmth, and ice is water that slept in the cold.
An editorial defends a naval bill for one first class battleship two armored cruisers and three scout cruisers at 28 million dollars plus 3 00 increase in sailors. It condemns Senator Gorman for opposing naval growth calling him partisan and inconsistent on internal improvements versus warships. It argues public support favors a growing navy for national defense and American rights.
Secretary Hay urged Russia and Japan to limit hostilities and respect China's neutrality and administrative integrity. The suggestion, well received by the two powers and many neutrals, faced unfriendly criticism in the United States. Japan has acceded, with Russia’s concurrence momentarily expected as Washington presses a disinterested policy to keep China out of partition.
The Lodge bill to reorganize the United States consular service gains near unanimous support from business groups. Opponents echo constitutional doubts and executive prerogatives, but supporters say the 1856 law is antiquated and harms foreign commerce. The measure would depart from inaction, welcomed by advocates. critics doubt earnest effort.
The Detroit chamber of commerce urges renewed reciprocity discussions with Canada and a reconvened joint high commission to negotiate a treaty. Historical context notes earlier 1854 to 1866 treaty and 1874 treaty effort, with past trade balances and wartime conditions cited as factors.
The Commoner's $100 prize for a Democratic platform is tied to onerous conditions that could corrupt editorial morals. An extra $5 for a letter from Cleveland Gorman or Parker endorsing any platform may provoke strong editor reactions. Mr. Watterson and others invited may refuse to participate due to corruption concerns.
A free trade remark notes that every French industry enjoys prosperity and questions tariff levels, citing France’s protectionist stance. It claims French savings are among the largest in the world, as reported by the St. Louis Globe-Democrat.
Col. Bryan admits abroad he secured one new idea but will not reveal it yet. He plans to keep the concept private until its novelty fades, as reported by the Washington Post.
Western Canada is described as a future wheat supply hub for Great Britain with a free homestead program, cheap land, a strong climate and schooling, and big hopes for Canadian grain exports. Citations include statements from Colonel Montgomery on Dominion trade, Liverpool grain needs, and Canada as a leading milling center, with optimism for independent future wheat supply.
The Somali camel eats almost anything and drinks rarely. It can subsist on roots and bark when greens fail, unlike the thirsty Arab camel. Watering intervals vary with grass and herder conditions, sometimes lasting days to months during drought or green grazing periods.
Japanese natural curiosities include the prized susumushi or insect bell. The black beetle emits a tone like a tiny silver bell of sweet delicate sound.
The Arkansas physician Leland Williamson praises Dodd's Kidney Pills as reliable for kidney disease. He cites a case of Mr. A. H. Cole with severe symptoms who recovered after three weeks of treatment and continued use, enabling him to resume farm work. Dr Williamson notes his twenty years practice and full endorsement.
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