Armistice Day thoughts warn of false security
An editorial urges vigilance on Armistice Day, warning that after World War I complacency about disarmament and treaties led to unpreparedness in 1941. It cautions against relying on the United Nations alone and stresses maintaining self-defense while supporting collective security.
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United States
Belgium
Europe
United Nations
League of Nations
Organization
World Organization
The Right to Elect and the American Ballot
The article reflects on the right to vote as a cornerstone of self government and notes that election outcomes depend on the fidelity and participation of average citizens. It discusses party development, voter interests, and the ballot’s ability to reflect ideals, suggesting the system is fair but responsive to future ideals rather than fixed truths.
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United States
Babson urges ads in small town papers over big dailies
Roger Babson predicts advertisers should focus on small town newspapers, arguing they are more thoroughly read and effective than metropolitan dailies. He foresees greater importance of small papers, decentralization of population, and stronger local business advertising across communities.
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Roger Babson
Babson
Call for Federal Economy Masks Local Spending Demands
The piece argues that local critics demand economy from the Federal Government yet seek federal appropriations for local needs. It notes widespread calls for new federal buildings harbor facilities and regional authorities, highlighting a paradox: economy in theory but money when it benefits local interests.
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Washington
United States
Nebraska urges 1947 school funding overhaul plan
The writer urges newly elected Nebraska lawmakers to study and overhaul the state school system after defeating a 40 per pupil proposal. He cites stagnant real teacher earnings since 1939, rising living costs, and calls for revenue from land leases, district eliminations, and a modern, equitable property assessment system to fund schools without new taxes. He admits uncertainty but champions intelligent, sincere action.
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Nebraska
United States Chamber Commerce
A Pachyderm Memory and Silent Delta Ups Bid Refusal
A speaker recalls snubbing a Delta Upsilon bid and plans a secret return next year. He dismisses advance tickets and hotel bookings, intends to arrive late, secure top seats, and mingle with powerful contacts who know the coach by name. He cites being ignored by experts and asserts indifference to criticism.
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Bernie
Family notices and travel health updates from Dalton region
Mr and Mrs Cleve Gillespie and children attend a telephone meeting at the Paul Wick home with ten members present. The Schulers travel to Scottsbluff to be at Mrs Goodman's bedside as she lies critically ill. Albert Fecht and son Herbert visit Sidney, and Herbert returns home in a new Ford ordered over a year ago. Funeral services for William Busacker are held in Dalton on Sunday afternoon.
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Cleve Gillespie
Paul Wick
Fred Schuler
Scottsbluff
Schuler
Goodman
Albert Fecht
Herbert
Sidney
Monardes’s 1565 writings on American plants
Nicolo Monardes published early explorations of American flora in 1565, making some of the first standalone writings on the topic. The works shaped European understanding of New World plants and their uses.
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Nicolo Monardes
Union Valley social notes jog weekend visits and meals
A number of Union Valley residents attended the Louie Siemer Sale Tuesday. Rudolph Busacker from Portland visited relatives for a few days and joined Rudolph and Otto Busacker for dinner at the Paul Vick home. Thursday supper guests at the Clair Gillespie home included Mrs Donald Lamb and daughter Louise Ziegler, Marjorie Vick, and others.
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Louie Siemer
Rudolph Busacker
Portland
Rudolph
Otto Busacker
Paul Vick
Clair Gillespie
Donald Lamb
Louise Ziegler
Marjorie Vick
Return of the Old Grad at Homecoming Draws Lincoln
A 1927 graduate recounts a Homecoming visit to Lincoln. He recalls ticket mixups, hotel mishaps, and mock bravado about past pranks, noting the city’s welcome after nineteen years away and the lingering embarrassment of earlier college days. The piece blends humor about arrangements, hospitality, and campus lore.
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Lincoln
Old University
Knot Hole Club
Wyuka
Lincoln’s Past Haunts Townsman In Ball Park Ticket Tale
A 1927 graduate recalls town reputation and the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce over a Sunday fun dispute. He muses on liquor shifts, near Omaha proximity and the need for early ticket orders, noting a misnamed contact with Mr. Lewandowski.
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Coln
Chamber A Commerce
Lincoln
Old Town
Omaha
Ball Park
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