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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1913
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph enters at Sidney Nebraska as second class mail. Published every Saturday by F. A. Gapen.
A general campaign against the disease spreading fly has begun and the catchy slogan swat the fly is being widely heard.
The Wisconsin governor signs a bill imposing heavy fines or imprisonment on gossipers, prompting questions about women’s pastimes. Supporters say officials deserve only mandated compensation and expect popular opinion to back the stance.
Nebraska appears set to establish a minimum wage commission despite no legislative appropriation. The law designates the governor as chairman with a university political science faculty member, the labor commissioner, and a statewide female citizen as members. The plan aims to regulate wages below a set standard, but its success is uncertain.
The assertion of a 40 000 strong Japanese standing army in California ready for war with the United States is dismissed as absurd. Critics note California’s Japanese population is about 60 000, making such mobilization highly implausible.
Nebraska corporations are advised they can save money by remitting their corporation taxes to the secretary of state before July 17. Payments made by that date fall under the present tax provisions. after July 17 the new law increases the tax. Most corporations will likely use the former law this year.
The Lincoln electorate endorsed the city's high licensed, strictly regulated saloons, rebuking prohibitionists whose sensational and unwarranted allegations cast obloquy on the city. A fair, moral campaign might have changed outcomes but would not have carried the stain of unfair methods.
Secretary Bryan addressed a Jefferson anniversary dinner, praising President Wilson while cautioning against premature boasts for the Democratic Party. He noted the tariff bill not yet law, banking reform undefined, and warned it is too early to claim the party is not panicky.
The statistics show per capita distilled liquor consumption down while wine and malt liquors rise sharply, with whisky production exceeding 100 million gallons annually. Per capita alcohol exceeds one gallon, yielding $150 million in revenue to the government last year. Liquor imports were valued at $20 million in the last fiscal year.
Congressman Palmer of Pennsylvania designates Alabama’s William H. Underwood as the author of the tariff bill for the 1920 nomination. He cautions whether Underwood will earn the honor, recalling Wilson’s 1894 tariff fame and subsequent political decline amid debates on tariffs.
The piece recalls Memorial Day as a tribute to Union veterans of the 1861-65 conflict. It notes the dwindling living veterans, the immense sacrifices of soldiers and their families, and the national duty to honor those who preserved the republic and its institutions. It honors both living veterans and those who have passed, urging gratitude and respect.
The Chicago conference signals a disciplined push for reorganizing the Republican Party. Attendees from eleven states vow fealty to core principles while adapting to new conditions. They contrast four years of Democratic rule, warning of policy undoing and a slowing economy, urging renewed growth and unity.
The text notes uncertainty and apprehension about the future and argues the political climate makes this a timely moment for reorganizing the Republican Party. It calls for broad and enthusiastic support to ensure success.
Washington dispatches show the administration worried over Mexico and Huerta’s aims. Recognition by Britain emboldens Huerta, risking U.S. interests and peace. The Taft policy is regarded as prudent, aiming to protect citizens and property while allowing Mexicans to choose their fate under international law.
A late 19th or early 20th century report notes Fourth class postmasters urged to improve reading and arithmetic before a civil service exam. It questions arrangements for shifting third class postmasters to Democrats, asserting the Wilson administration will be fully Democratic and that the civil service exam is a mere subterfuge.
Two reforms have been enacted at the state penitentiary. The sale of dope to prisoners has been stopped and cruel punishments eliminated. A forthcoming reform will place convicts on an honor basis, regarded as working satisfactorily in other states and expected to succeed in Nebraska.
The W News-Blade reports growing favor for an electric Bridgeport to Harrisburg line via Redington. Endorsements come from four Banner and Morrill county men who distrust the Cheyenne to Bridgeport standard railroad. Backers say financing is feasible and the Pumpkin Creek valley would rapidly develop, giving Banner county a needed outlet for its products as the Bridgeport Redington Harrisburg and Western Railway Co. is expected to be incorporated soon. The Cheyenne high school notes no graduation dress will cost over ten dollars, a plain white uniform often homemade with maternal assistance.
A brief classified like notice invites readers to contact St George Ranch for dairy products. It requests calls at any convenient time to obtain imilk or cream. The piece emphasizes direct farm sales and accessibility.
Notice records on May 15 1913 in Sidney Nebraska the C W Hornaday Merchandise and Grain Co formed by C W Hornaday Herman Brauer I E Grabill and F S Stowe. Articles outline business scope capital stock of 100000 with 30000 paid in cash and 50 percent cash on subscription, commence June 1 1913 and end June 1 1963, governance by president vice president secretary treasurer and two directors.
John Streiff files in Cheyenne County Nebraska a suit to cancel a contract exchanging land in section 27 17 49 for land in Conejos County Colorado alleging fraud and misrepresentation that the Colorado land was dry while it contains about twenty acres swampy. The petition seeks to vacate the recorded agreement and clear title to the Nebraska property. defendant to answer by June 16 1913.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska a County Court hearing is set for May 3 1913 at 10 a m to consider Nellie M Myers final settlement and discharge as administratrix in the estate of James C Tucker. Notice will be published in the Sidneyelegraph for four weeks.
Notice of sale under an 1912 district court judgment in favor of Lester G Lowe against Anna C Hudson James C Hudson James J McIntosh and George E Fairbanks. Levy on Lots 7 and 8 Block 5 Clarkson's addition Sidney to be sold May 28 1913 at 10 am in front of Sidney Courthouse. McDaniel sheriff.
A sheriff sale notice from Cheyenne County Nebraska details a February 17 1913 judgment for 2548 68 with costs 19 45 against F E Brown Laura L Brown Cassius D Lynde and Lynde and W C McFayden. The real estate described is the north half of section 9 township 13 north range 51 west 6th pm. Sale set for June 4 1913 at 10 am in front of Sidney courthouse. J W McDaniel county clerk.
Creditors of Mil ton Ahrens deceased must present their claims to the administratrix before County Judge Henry E. Gapen at Cheyenne County Courtroom on July 24, 1913 at 10 a m for examination. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from May 16, 1913. Publication in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to July 24, 1913.
The State of Nebraska Cheyenne County issues an order setting June 7 1913 at 10 oclock a m for hearing Erba J Phillips petition to appoint her administratrix of the estate of Ray Chester Phillips deceased. Notice to interested parties via Sidney Telegraph newspaper for three successive weeks prior to the hearing. County Judge Henry E Gapen attests this as a true copy.
Notice of a village election proposing bonds of 322 500 dollars to fund a system of Electric Light and Steam Heating. If approved, the Chairman and Board of Trustees will issue bonds, sign and attest them, and create a separate fund named The Electric Light and Steam Heating Fund. The clerk and treasurer will manage proceeds under board warrants.
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