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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1902
Page
4
The passage describes a factional push for a prompt action to avert partisan disruption at the polls. It frames an early convention as essential, presenting it as a rebuke to a corrupt machine and a path to nominate quality candidates in an open, high-character gathering.
Capt W. KR. Akers sends the office a copy of his new Northwestern publication from Alliance Nebraska devoted to stock raising and irrigation farming. The first issue promises informative discussion of current topics and aims to support Northwestern Nebraska's development.
A long exposed case recalls W P Miles signing blank warrants in 1895 to pay 240 to himself or associates, with counter signatures by James McMullan. The 254.85 credit in 1995 for warrant 128 ties to Union Pacific Railway Co and a note by McIntosh. Public reform advocates demand explanation as local patrons seek a fair postmaster choice amid political pressure.
A stern notice from the Sterling Record states that about five hundred dollars is owed for subscriptions. The paper plans to send statements to each delinquent within two weeks and urges payment to meet obligations.
The 548 720 acres proposed for Nebraska forest reserves have less than one percent private claims. The land in the sandhill region is poor for grazing, requiring forty acres per animal, and is unsuitable for agriculture. Yet experts note it could host pine varieties and become valuable both commercially and as state ornament. The attorney general advises withdrawal from settlement, urging Nebraskans to support the plan to let the area blossom like a fine pine.
The ad proclaims favorable signs for a great year in farming with new up-to-date equipment on display at Essiz Big Store. It lists Joan Deere farming implements and a wide range of gear from wagons to three-level disc barrows, inviting buyers to examine before purchase.
Low rates from Missouri river terminals and most B M stations extend daily in March and April to Billings Cody Helena Butte Spokane Portland Tacoma Seattle Rossland and more. The Burlington Route promotes access to Wyoming’s Big Horn Basin with new lines and homeseeker attractions. Free folder available on request. Contact nearest agent or J Francis Omaha General Passenger Agent for tickets and details.
The Columbus Journal notes that publishers may send sample copies by mail but must mark them sample copies. Recipients who do not subscribe should leave unmarked papers with the postmaster to avoid unwanted publications and charges. The piece condemns unlawful mail use to force unwanted papers and urges refusal.
The reminiscence centers on Mr Kropp and the Essen factory during wartime hardship. Workers describe long shifts, meals of bread and coffee, and the strain of production on families and communities. The piece notes a 20th anniversary of the factory and reflects on postwar recovery and memories of industrial labor.
The Chicago Tribune reports a newly elected congressman's wife celebrating in the county seat. She boasts of giving her daughter Jennie every educational advantage and intends to enroll her at the Smithsonian institute in Washington once they move to the capital.
A humorous New York hospital anecdote centers on Dr A at Roosevelt Hospital during a dangerous operation. An assistant, intrigued by the scene, removes the cone from the patient’s nostril, causing her to sit up in alarm. Dr A then commands her to lie down, noting her curiosity.
The naja cobra inhabits India and Ceylon, Burma, Andaman Islands, southern China, and the Malay Peninsula. It climbs to 8000 feet in the Himalayas and extends to Afghanistan and Persia toward the Caspian. Lengths reach up to seven and a half feet but are usually about five and a half. Color and markings vary. the spectacle mark on the neck enlarges before an attack.
Miss C I F Gordon-Cumming notes in her Ceylon book a well behaved elephant named Kurunegalla Jack captured young. The creature accompanied his medical officer master on rounds and even learned to administer pills, once dropping a pill into a Malay soldier’s mouth with a puff that pushed it down safely.
A London cabman returned two shillings given by a generous woman in error and, upon presenting the money to the woman's husband, was told by the man that his fare was only one shilling and fourpence. The husband offered a token reward for honesty.
The piece recalls past power shifts in Nebraska and claims the Republicans faced accusations that Bartley was released to secure Poynter’s victory. It notes Republicans denied the charge but Bartley’s release occurred, with a convention of delegates from outside counties sending him.
A humorous exchange marks a booth dialogue where two burglars discuss the need to know about art to succeed. One insists the loot is worthless and to avoid mistakes, while the other argues skill matters in their criminal craft.
In a Richmond Dispatch fragment from Pa to Gladys the upper landing scene shows a father asking the time of his daughter, who replies the clock isn’t working and mentions a man named George.
A tense exchange reveals a neighbor’s baby sleep troubles and a weary Jeroloman who says the child enjoys the disturbance while claiming personal suffering.
An advertisement touts Bucklen’s Amnica Salve as a universal healer for wounds ulcers sores skin eruptions burns scalds and piles. It claims cure or no pay and prices at 25 cents, available at all druggists.
The address surveys Abraham Lincoln from his early life and struggles to his later years and his administration. Choate discusses Lincoln’s character and how it formed, highlighting his rise and the impact of his presidency.
Forty high on the world’s roll of honor and fame is published by the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. Copies may be obtained by sending six cents in postage to F A Miller general passenger agent Chicago.
Claiming daily light on splendid work the ad extols Dr King’s New Life Pills as a grand remedy for liver and bowel troubles. It says thousands bless them for curing constipation sick headache biliousness jaundice and indigestion. Advertisement ends with price 25c at druggists and mentions legal blanks at this office.
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