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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1913
Page
4
The piece defends Nebraska's workingmen's compensation act as fair and just for both sides. It compares the statute favorably with similar laws in other states and asserts national prestige remains unimpaired despite the renamed policy approach.
The legislature has increased the governor’s responsibilities with more appointments and additional tasks. He will be busy fulfilling these duties, though known as an industrious worker, he is expected to handle the added workload eagerly as the people's representatives mandated.
The 1913 legislature is lauded for restraining public outlays, limiting total appropriations to just under eight million dollars rather than funding sweeping proposals aimed at expanding the treasury. The restrained approach is praised as prudent and not excessive.
The World-Herald condemns a proposed Omaha charter to cap saloons at one per 1000 residents and raise licenses. Omaha now has 260 saloons, or two per thousand. The paper argues reducing saloons would likely yield moral and social benefits, though politics may drive the proposal.
Dr Friedmann of Berlin appears to have demonstrated the value of his tuberculosis remedy and the nationwide distribution institutes promise immense public benefit. The discoverer’s reward could scarcely exceed the worth to humanity in combatting the white plague.
The cold storage warehouse regulation act passed by the legislature will, if properly enforced, insure the public against deception by those who store foodstuffs or retailers who sell goods that have been in cold storage. The law is comprehensive and provides adequate penalties for violations. There was clear demand for such legislation as many cold storage warehouses were not regulated with regard to public health.
The late legislature authorized mail voting for voters away from home counties. Qualified voters may cast ballots at any polling place and have them mailed to their home county for counting by the canvassing board. The provision benefits traveling salesmen frequently away during elections.
Secretary Bryan introduces grape juice as the beverage at his diplomatic dinners. Foreign opinion largely opposes the change though American comment is more favorable. Bryan plans to strictly maintain the rule, while diplomats may not decline invitations. He is praised for consistency in teetotalism and the wholesome choice.
The Republican Senate votes to take no retaliatory action against Democrats for blocking Taft nominations. President Wilson reportedly works on banking and currency reform, a delicate issue with potential to affect national welfare. A conservative bill could fix faulty conditions without overturning the financial system, offering valuable service if well crafted.
A national conference on marketing and farm credits says farmers resist organization despite clear benefits. Self-satisfaction graft distrust and vast country size hinder outreach. few farmers join existing groups, though intelligent growers increasingly see value in consolidation and cooperation for better legislation and industry growth.
The Nebraska gathering on the 22nd will unite automobile boosters from eight to ten states to organize an ocean to ocean highway association. Leaders expect a concrete plan toward a transcontinental road that would span the Atlantic to Pacific. A Chicago Commerce dinner noted high living costs tie to bad roads, urging rapid road improvement to broaden public welfare and national demand for better highways. The movement, still in early stages, aims to mobilize popular support and national scope soon.
European nations especially Germany and France long ago realized the value of good roads and spent vast sums on construction. The outlay has been richly repaid in benefits to their people. The good roads campaign merits hearted encouragement as a worthy enterprise.
The piece argues that tariff changes will force broad economic readjustment across manufacturers merchants and labor with anticipated sacrifices and losses before any hoped for prosperity. It questions whether post adjustment prosperity will exceed past twenty years and challenges the Democrats view.
From Our Exchanges recalls Bishop Beecher’s 21 year journey from Sidney to Champ Clark and a first service in a White parlor, noting changes in the valley. It also discusses possible successors to M P Kinkaid in the Sixth District, highlighting W V Hoagland and B K Bushee as potential GOP nominees with irrigation and western farmer experience cited.
In the County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska the State of Nebraska To Edith Cradit Violet Cradit Grace Cradit and all persons interested in the estate of Charles M Cradit deceased It is ordered that you and all interested may appear at the County Court on May 20 1913 at 10 o'clock to show cause why the administration should not be granted to Charles M Hadley as administrator Notice of pendency and hearing to be published in the Sidney Telegraph for three weeks prior to the hearing Witness my hand and seal this April 22 1912 County Judge BE GAPEN Seal
A short column argues that if Lent were observed across creeds it would improve health, urging periods of fasting and reduced meat. It then provides practical recipes: Spanish Hash, Tomatoes and Eggs, Cheese Pie, and Fish Salads with details on ingredients, quantities, and methods.
On April 16 1913 County Judge Henry E. Gapen issued an attachment for 18 40 in the action Simon Fishman plaintiff v Chris Pappas defendant. Wages due to defendant attached under the order. Case continued to June 5 1913 at 10 am. Dated April 24 1912 SIMON seg AS plaintiff.
By order from the District Court clerk Judge H M Grimes the sheriff offers the north half of Section 9 Township 13 North Range 51 West 6th P M for sale to satisfy a judgment in favor of H G Beatty against FFE Brown Laura L Brown Cassius Lynde and Lynde s unknown wife and W McFayden. Sale set for June 4 1993 at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Sidney Nebraska courthouse. Jow McDaniel sheriff.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska a hearing is set in county court on May 15 1913 at 10 o clock a m. to show cause why Julia Ahrens should be granted administration as administratrix of Milton Ahrens estate. The court date is April 19 1913 signed Henry He Gapen county judge.
County Court of Cheyenne Nebraska informs creditors of the estate of Frank Rezanina that claims must be filed for examination, adjustment, and allowance before the County Judge on June 19 and July 19, 1913 at 9:30 a.m. Six months to present claims and one year to settle run from April 12, 1913. Published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to June 19, 1913. (Seal) Henry B. Gapea, County Judge.
Notice to Sidney Nebraska voters of a special election June 3 1913 at the Commercial Club to decide on issuing Twenty two thousand five hundred dollars in five hundred dollar bonds to establish an electric light and steam heating system. The proposition asks for authorization to issue bonds and levy taxes to pay interest and create a sinking fund with bonds due in twenty years. Ballot options are For Electric Light and Steam Heating System Bonds and Tax or Against.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska on April 15 1913 the petition of Jacob P Eckert for administration of the estate of John A Bergman deceased seeks heirship decree. The land described as south half of northeast quarter and lots 1 2 in section 2 township 16 north range 52 west is federal homestead exempt from debts as patent issued August 9 1897 to the heirs. Hearing set for May 13 1913 at Sidney County Judge office with notice by publication in the Sidney Telegraph.
Nellie Waterman of Dalton Nebraska, holder of homestead entry 04476 for NW of Section 34, Township 16, Range 49 west, filed notice of intention to make final three year proof on May 2 1913 before the County Judge at Sidney Nebraska. Witnesses named are Frank XX Rihn George M Bewlex Marshall Perkins and Albert Thompson, all of Dalton Nebraska. Register Jay ANS.
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