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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1906
Page
2
The piece argues physicians should scrutinize manufactured foods for invalids and baby foods, warning of high sugar and dextrin loads, nitrogen deficiency, and overstated nutritional value. It calls for a return to simple, natural diets like bread and cheese and urges clearer public health guidance and clinical study.
A St. Louis Globe Democrat writer argues against equating crime with disease. The piece critiques biomedical determinism and warns against taking the law into public hands, suggesting a cautious balance between science and punishment remains essential.
The article notes exclusive feminine gatherings in New York society likened to five o’clock tea sessions. Invitations determine attendance, with 300 daughters of notable families attending the first hymn tea, singing fervently between hymns. Mayor Clute of Schenectady criticizes street music and hints at mild censorship to protect children’s tastes.
The Burlington railroad filed a Nebraska report showing 5 395 768 12 in net earnings for the state, about 2 066 per mile, down from 2 290 per mile last year. Gross earnings 15 863 060 28 after freight deductions leave 14 864 397 53. Operating expenses 8 224 049 60 and taxes 446 579 81. Capital stock 110 839 100.0
The Democratic state convention will convene in Lincoln on Wednesday, August 15, to nominate a full state ticket including three railroad commissioners. The call excludes a U S senate candidate but allows other business as may properly come before the convention. Representation is one delegate per 100 votes or fraction thereof for William G Hastings, totaling 866 delegates.
Mrs Isaac Cecil receives a San Jose letter with quake specifics. It reports the home of Mrs Joseph Martin and family, formerly of Plattsmouth, was torn from its foundation and shifted nine feet. The family narrowly escaped collapsing timbers, but no serious injuries occurred.
Humboldt opinion shifts on local fruit prospects as Old Tittle, a horticultural expert, reports 20 to 40 percent of orchard buds remain healthy after inspecting small city orchards. He predicts a fair sized yield with quality likely higher if favorable conditions continue.
The State Board of Assessment will meet Monday May 7 to begin valuing railroad property not on May 1 as some assumed. Statutes fix the first Monday in May as the start date, while several railroad lines entering Nebraska via leased lines have not filed reports. A penalty would apply after April 16 if reports remain unpaid, though enforcement is not certain.
Lincoln based Dr. Eric B Woodward, president of the state homeopathic physicians association, will collect aid for doctors harmed in San Francisco. Dr James C Wood of the national group wired support from Cleveland to Dr Woodward.
A fatal accident at the home of M. J Eicher in N township occurred Sunday when two boys, left at home by their parents, took a rifle to shoot. While placing the target, the rifle discharged, killing Bennie, the younger brother.
Tekamah reports Llewellyn Stevens a farmer living about twelve miles away saw his home burn to the ground. A sewing machine was the only item saved from the blaze.
The Nye-Schneider-Fowler Elevator company filed in the supreme court a petition objecting to the depositions taken previously and to nearly all questions asked the witnesses. The petition covers forty or fifty pages.
Beatrice printers form a union west of Point and donate over $500 to San Francisco sufferers. Arlington installs a block system on the railroad. Arbor Day observed in public schools. Lincoln reports smallpox cases. Democratic state convention slated for August 15 in Lincoln. Beatrice provides aid to earthquake victims. Wolford of York gains pension increase to 12 dollars. Beatrice buys 500 trees for Wymore parks. Crofton bank authorized with 25,000 capital. Local officials, including Lammers and Oswald, steer credits and staffing. Plattsmouth pastor moves to Lexington. Seward hosts state league meeting May 24. Peru quartet to tour May 11–19. Accidents, poisons, and fires noted across the state with various towns. Great Northern town Leshara grows with multiple businesses and services. Humboldt notes threat of San Francisco disaster and worker demand.
In a tense gathering, officials debate replacing Moses with Jahziel while Moses confronts the mutiny. The crowd shifts as Aaron backs Moses, and a pivotal moment ends with Moses retreating and hearing a divine promise of deliverance from the Lord.
Bible text recounts Jahziel and Hebrew officials plotting to replace Moses and Aaron after failing to inform them of their palace visit. Moses and Aaron debate authority and decide to confront Pharaoh, while Jahziel’s group contemplates open revolt amid distress and fear of punishment.
Every Kentuckian who is a thoroughbred should arrange to attend the Homecoming in Louisville Kentucky in June. Tickets go on sale June 11 with a long return limit. The Wabash Railroad has arranged a very low rate and will likely run special trains to Louisville for the event. Those interested should contact Harry E Moores G A P D Wabash R R 1601 Farnam Street Omaha Nebraska.
Lindsay Denison reports from Panama on the canal project using a Roosevelt letter authorizing government staff to speak frankly. The piece aims to reveal truth with a persuasive tone, aligning readers with President Roosevelt Taft and Stevens.
McClure's April presents Mary Stewart Cutting’s Symphony in Coal and Carl Schurz’s Reminiscences of a Long Life sixth chapter for instalment drama. Rescuing Kinkel from Spandau Jail adds brisk intrigue. A type error caused 25,000 post forms to be destroyed, amid notes on publication.
An auction style ad extols Lewis' Single Binder straight cigur best quality from Lewis' Factory Pearl. It notes dealers and advises readers that cheerful slippers mask aching feet while suggesting mythic writing of Jove letters mailed in a grate.
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