Troublesome Neighbor and the Mexican Problem
The Mexican crisis left unresolved by talks with South American officials. Proposals for a peace parley were rejected by the leading revolutionary faction. Washington will host talks between Secretary Lansing and Mexican faction representatives seeking a provisional government and recognition. Citizens in Texas face threats as American troops guard the border. Public sentiment grows that past policies are futile and countenances contempt from Mexico and others. The public asks how long the nation will endure Mexican outrage.
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Mexico
Washington
Lansing
Texas
Debating a Europe Loan and United States Finances
The piece weighs the idea of the United States joining Britain and France in vast loans backed by their credit to Europe. It cautions that such moves risk burdening American resources and exposing investors to defaults, urging careful conservation of financial strength amid a long war’s uncertain outcome.
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United States
Europe
Great Britain
France
American Nationalism and Loyalty in a Divided Era
A broad call for stronger American nationalism amid rising anti foreign sentiment. Senator Sherman warns against racial disloyalty and urges unwavering loyalty to the United States. Foreign born groups face political pressure as divisions threaten national unity and neutrality.
Patriotism and loyalty urged amid fears of unpatriotic citizens
A speaker warns that oath of allegiance loses force amid prejudice and racial factionalism threatens peace and national security. Americans are urged to adopt unwavering nationalism and loyalty, with war possible if unpatriotic elements refuse support in crisis.
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Republic
Federal plan aims to pair unemployed with land projects
The interior and labor departments will draft a comprehensive program before December to link unemployment relief with a rural credits bill. The plan would use government reclamation and public lands to loan workers in crowded cities to start farming, offering easy payments. Its practicality is unproven but experimental, with potential to boost agricultural output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal
Interior and Labor Departments
Congress
Department of Labor
Burton shifts stance on national defense and preparedness
Former Ohio senator Burton, a potential Republican presidential hopeful, formerly opposed U S military and naval spending as head of the American Peace Society. He now argues that conditions have changed since the war and urges a practical, judicious policy of preparedness for national defense, urging sane consideration of the situation.
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Burton
Ohio
American Peace Society
United States
Immigration reform urged amid waning American spirit
The next Congress is urged to consider stricter immigration rules amid concerns over a lack of true American feeling among citizens with foreign nativity. Debate centers on tightening entrance to the country and strengthening naturalization as opinions reveal oath of allegiance is treated as mere scraps of paper by many in wartime.
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United States
Sherman
Illinois
The
Science aids potash supply independence from kelp beds
Before the war in Europe the nation imported 16 million dollars yearly in potash salts for fertilizers. With foreign supply cut, the federal commerce chief notes science secured kelp beds in Pacific waters as a new source. He predicts eventual exclusive American potash and reduced reliance on foreign dyes within a few years, marking a significant national welfare gain.
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Europe
Federal Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Pacific
War boosts American industry says commerce department
The department of commerce states the war has been of unmeasured value to U S industry, noting sizable additions to manufacturing plants for war munitions and a surge in American ingenuity. It argues much of the postwar expansion will endure, supporting long term prosperity despite possible reductions after peace.
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Department of Commerce
October 11 Free Lunch in Sidney for Farmers and Families
A community event offers free lunch on October 11 in Sidney for farmers and their families. Organizers invite local residents to attend, share a meal, and discuss agricultural issues facing the area.
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Sidney
War fears and small town meals in wary prose
A Sidney woman anxiously eyes a distant war and longs for a husband she wishes to send. The piece notes practical comforts, humor, and ordinary concerns, contrasting lumberyard abundance with domestic life and the difficulty of appearing wise.
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Sidney
Sen
Innovative Dew Pot Lid Hinged for Flexible Use
A hinged lid on a Dew pot allows the lid to swing back for quick viewing or be removed by slipping over the handle. This improvement addresses hinge weakness by using a flexible connection, reducing strain and prolonging kettle use, appealing especially to women handling kitchen duties.
Spiced peaches for cold meats with clove garnish
Select firm juicy peaches Peel them leave fruit whole with pits Prepare a spiced sirup from water cider vinegar brown sugar and spice bag Simmer peaches in sirup until tender Arrange in sterilized jars and seal immediately.
An Old Saying Postman A Penny For Your Thoughts
A terse exchange from the St Louis Globe Democrat notes a postman collecting a cent due on a returned manuscript. The quip captures postal and literary frustrations in a brief vignette.
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Postman
St. Louis Globe Democrat
Lincoln Gas and Electric Must File Additional $300000 Bond
Judge James Elliott of South Dakota orders Lincoln Gas and Electric to post a further $300000 bond while appealing the dollar gas case in federal court. The firm already posted $300000 to secure rebates owed to patrons dating from 1906 through last summer when dollar gas was adopted, with rebates totaling about $554891.
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Lincoln Gas and Electric Company
United States
James Elliott
South Dakota
State Auditor Queries License for Order of Stags
State Auditor Smith replies to an inquiry in Nebraska stating he has never heard of the Order of Stags as an insurance company and that the organization has never received a permit or state charter. The group is said to provide its members with medical attendance.
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Smith
Order of Stags
Nebraska
Auch
Tire sale headlines with Andy Brott and Deere binders
Special prices on tires this week featuring Andy Brott. John Deere binders highlighted as pricing right. Fundingsland Transfer Co reports two car loads received for distribution and sale.
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Andy Brott
John Deere
Fundingsland Transfer Co
Order of Hearing on Petition for Settlement of Account
In Cheyenne County a county court in the Charles Kuhn estate set Monday September 17 1915 for a hearing on Louis Wasem administrator's final settlement and discharge. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday October 19 1915 at 9 am in Sidney. Notice to interested parties will be by publication in the Sidney Telegraph for three weeks.
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Nebraska
Cheyenne
Said
A. D
C. P. Chambers
Charles Kuhn
Louis Wasem
Sidney Telegraph
Co. P. Chambers
Notice of Probate of Will in Cheyenne County Nebraska
In County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska Daniel Carey deceased Annie McQuillan seeks probate of the September 18 1915 will and administration to McQuillan. Hearing set October 18 1915 9 am at the county judge's office Sidney with publication in the Sidney Telegraph for three weeks prior.
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State of
Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Daniel Carey
Annie McQuillan
Sidney
Sidney Telegraph
C. P. Chambers
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