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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1914
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph surveys federal food law shifts and civic instruction, noting Illinois vocational schooling aims to spark public support for statewide public schools. It cites Iowa’s social welfare bureau and questions Nebraska adoption, plus a push for practical civics to bolster intelligent citizenship amid broader reforms.
The Wilson administration’s diplomacy is faulted for amateurish handling of Mexico and Japan. It argues the refusal to recognize Huerta and lax trade restrictions show a failed policy, risking international ridicule and unresolved peace. The piece urges restraint on sweeping anti-trust or Sherman law tweaks to preserve business confidence and economic stability.
The administration faces a difficult path to push new anti trust legislation as lawmakers argue existing laws, if vigorously enforced, suffice to curtail trusts and monopolies. Public sentiment may grow stronger as discussion widens.
The United States Senate ratified arbitration treaties with several nations to curb costly conflicts. The article lauds global acceptance of arbitration, while noting limits when national honor or territorial integrity is at stake. It highlights U S leadership and ongoing efforts to promote peaceful dispute settlement for enduring world peace.
A historic statement frames peace as essential for universal prosperity. Leaders argue cooperation reduces conflict and raises living standards, urging continued dialogue and shared initiatives to advance global development.
Hans Leus a Berlin writer was sentenced to six months in prison for an article in a weekly titled William the Last. It accused the crown prince of propagating republicanism by sending a telegram to Colonel von Reuter about Zabern incidents and warned it would be a public misfortune if he ascended the throne. The trial occurred behind closed doors.
Congressional investigation of futures grain and cotton trading has been agreed on by House Rules Committee Chair Henry and Henry S Robbins counsel for the Chicago Board of Trade at a hearing on Representative Manahan’s resolution to probe grain exchanges in Duluth Chicago and Minneapolis. Robbins said a full inquiry would be favored if ordered, and Chairman Henry indicated the plan would cover the broader subject and fulfill Democratic platform pledges.
A state of siege was proclaimed in Rio Janeiro Brazil as business nearly halted across several states. Disturbances were feared from elements of the population after a recent insurrection in the province of Cva ra, with the worst conditions reported in areas with large African population.
A playful dialogue centers on Lent and romance as Hewitt questions what his girlfriend will give up. Jewett jokily replies that if she gives up nothing, he may need to find another girl, turning a moral topic into a light banter.
By order of sale from Cheyenne County District Court a judgment holder will sell at public auction the Northwest quarter of section 6 township 12 north range 50 west to satisfy a 2047.57 dollar judgment plus costs. The sale is April 15, 1914 at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Sidney Court House. Sheriff J W McDaniel will conduct the sale.
Creditors of John H. Henson deceased must present claims to the Administratrix for examination, adjustment and allowance. The meeting with the Administratrix will be May 20, 1914 at 10 a.m. in Cheyenne County Court Room. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from March 12, 1914. Published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before May 20, 1914. FIENAY I, GAPIEN, County Judge.
Charles Kuhn deceased, the administrator, will appear before County Judge Henry E. Gapen at the Cheyenne County Court on May 12, 1914 at 10 a.m. to present claims for examination, adjustment and allowance. Creditors have six months to file claims and the administrator has one year to settle from February 18, 1914. Published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to May 12, 1914.
Department of the Interior U S Land Office North Platte Neb March 5 1914 notice is hereby given that William A Mitchell of Laura Colo who on June 5 1909 made homestead entry No 04131 for lots 1 2 3 4 sec 22 Tp 12 N Range 50 w at the North Platte Neb land office in conjunction with H K E No 07589 made at the Sterling Colo land office June 1 1909 for lots 1 2 sec 24 Tp 12 range 51 w 6th principal meridian has filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish claim to the land above described before U S Commissioner Oberfelder at his office in Sidney Neb on the 2nd day of May 1914 Claimant names as witnesses Fred Baker Tony Rosa John Peet all of Sidney Neb and William J Nollett of Peetz Colo J E H Evans Register 24 6
County Court in Cheyenne County Nebraska set April 14 1914 at 10 am for final settlement and discharge of administrator George H Davis. Notice to interested parties via Sidney Telegraph four weeks prior. Judge Henry E Gapen presiding.
Serial No. 04923. U S Land Office North Platte Nebraska January 28 1914 notice that Zeb dee Gustin of Dalton Nebraska holder of Homestead Entry 04923 for ne section 6 township 15 north range 49 west 6th principal meridian has filed notice of intentions to make three year proof to establish claim before Joseph Oberfelder U S Commissioner Sidney Nebraska on March 26 1914. accompanying names William Schwartz Benjamin Walker of Sidney Nebraska George Bewley George Ruhter of Dalton Nebraska.
A petition filed February 10 1914 by William N Thompsett and sixteen others seeks the establishment of a section line road running west one mile from the northwest corner of section four to the northwest corner of section five in township fourteen range forty nine. Objections or claims for damages must be filed with the County Clerk by noon April 12 1914 or the road will be established without further notice. Dated February 10 1914. H T Ope County Clerk.
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