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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1922
Page
8
Wu Ting Fang, then Chinese minister to the U S, attended the wedding of the chief justice's daughter. At a breakfast he jokingly asked a bridesmaid about becoming a bride, and later learned the groom had been the man who helped unite them. The couple and mothers thanked him for his rôle.
Dickens, in a letter to the London Times, denounced the immense crowd at the execution of Manning and his wife for Patrick O Connor's murder. He described the assembled spectators as ghastly, noting brutal cries from youths and the lack of pity as the criminals swung.
Brief notes recount Lao-tse as a Chinese sage who became librarian to a king and, seeking solitude, wrote a compact gospel about humility and action without reflection. He reportedly vanished after delivering the text, which defines Tao as the way of destiny and urges people to become like children.
A housekeeper hums while scrubbing and washing. a neighbor boy peeks in and asks if she is singing. The moment shows a simple domestic scene of music and curiosity tied to everyday labor.
An automatic engine start surprised a driver and fireman at Beauvais station France. The detached steam engine began rolling away due to low steam, covered six miles to Herchies Junction, then stopped awaiting its crew's return.
A brief Irish World joke where a millionaire lectures his son on economy. The son replies that without his father's pluck and perseverance he might have had to carry water for bricklayers. The exchange highlights pride and frugality across a generation.
Jo Halverson a well known Scottsbluff figure was found dying at Snyder Battery Station and died soon after on Tuesday afternoon. Officials noted heavy drinking and suggested death may have resulted from poison liquor, with an inquest probable per Gerlug Courter.
Mildred Craven was shot in the ankle by a .22 rifle in Orleans Nebraska. Sidney Bagwell and a companion were hunting when they met Mildred and friends. The rifle was pointed as a threat and fired toward Mabel, injuring Craven.
More than 100 members bid farewell to Maj Farr M. Cline organizer of the post at Nebraska City at a public dinner last Wednesday night. State Commander Fisher outlined Legion goals while local members praised Major Cline. Adjutant L E Peterson presented a Legion watch charm on behalf of the local post.
A basement barn on the James McIntosh farm five miles northwest of Red Cloud burned at four a m Monday after a lightning strike. Nine head of stock perished along with a horse mule pony and three teams. Twenty tons of hay feed and other valuables were destroyed. Loss estimated at 7000 with full insurance. No valuables were saved. State Journal reports.
The Chickasha Express reflects on the telephone girl who hears gossip daily yet repeats nothing. She endures snubs when the line fails and resists gossip while serving the public, insisting on patience and fairness. The piece highlights respect for service workers amid criticism.
Five years ago yellow stripe mosaic devastated Porto Rico cane. Kavangire, immune to the disease, was shipped from Argentina in July 1919 and arrived in September. The seed cane yielded strong results across centers, with plans to expand to 1,000 acres. Yields 40-50 tons per acre and 16-17 percent sucrose. one grower sold 2 acres for $500.
Wyoming has greatly expanded its road network over seven years, with total mileage rising from 14 797 to 46 528 miles. Improved roads grew from 1 724 to 6 807 miles, supported by Federal aid. 474 miles of Federal aid roads completed by Aug 31 and nearly 800 000 available for new projects.
State Industrial Notes report Sumner Miller and Eddyville preparing to receive electric current via a transmission line from Lexington central station. Smithfield buys wholesale from United Electric to avoid municipal plant upkeep. Reynolds and Gilead approve a line linking two villages to Fairbury for 24 hour service. Thedford begins a city water plant. The Gerald lauds the construction foreman as a good natured fat man. Hershey neighbors await $250,000 drainage bonds. Norfolk to Grand Island line enables Lindsay 24 hour service. Columbus Elks plan a $100,000 home. Verdon breaks ground on a new stee bridge.
The article explains why ornate-glass manufacturers classify certain windows as extra hazardous. It states that a black surface absorbs sun rays causing uneven pressure during temperature changes. This uneven expansion can stress the glass and cause breaks in a gust of cold or sudden temperature shift.
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