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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1914
Page
4
A newspaper note highlights Britain's lag in sending troops to the European conflict. It argues Britain should have around half a million soldiers in the front lines by this stage, contrasting evident valour with numerical inadequacy after two months and about 100000 troops deployed.
The prompt subscription pace indicates ample money in Germany and confidence in ultimate German arms. It suggests Germany is financially sound and well provisioned to sustain extended military operations before food shortages bite, making claims of shortages doubtful.
The European war has curtailed our commerce with warring nations, reducing exports by over 58 million dollars in August 1913 versus August 1914. Imports from Europe fell about 7.9 million, with manufactures hit hardest while foods largely held steady. Further declines in both exports and imports are anticipated.
In 1912 the Progressive Party’s top supporter was Mr Howell, Nebraska’s GOP gubernatorial hopeful. Roosevelt’s visit to Nebraska failed to back Howell, seen as political ingratitude that could bolster the Republican candidate with fair minded voters.
Colonel Roosevelt remains a popular attraction with large audiences at his talks. While people attend to hear him, many are driven by curiosity rather than belief in his policies. The progressive party leader's influence appears to have waned.
The administration promotes twenty six international pacts requiring submission of disputes to an independent commission if diplomacy fails. They bar war during investigation and aim to deter rash action. Critics like former President Roosevelt doubt treaties everywhere, but many nations observe such obligations and cautious inquiry may reduce hasty hostilities.
The passage argues that treaties alone cannot guarantee peace for the United States. It urges ready defense, insists on enforcement of treaty terms by signatory nations, and warns against relying solely on agreements for national security. It stresses prudent consideration of issues and prudent, peaceable solutions.
The piece argues mediation failed to secure peace in Mexico as Huerta departs. Carranza seeks power while Villa opposes him, risking renewed warfare. Washington maintains non intervention and troops at Vera Cruz, urging Mexicans to settle their struggle with minimal foreign involvement. Majority favor letting Mexicans resolve their own conflict.
President Wilson warns foreign diplomats that U S neutrality is a serious pledge and must be respected by all accredited representatives One ambassador from Turkey insulted incidents have occurred and refused to withdraw his remarks The president’s actions set a precedent expected to influence foreign conduct and ensure their official behavior strengthens U S credibility.
A compact critique links individualism and poverty to a web of industrial political and religious systems run by elites, trustees and agitators. It decries selfish finance and machine governance while condemning bank foreclosures as devoid of divine poetry and noble sacrifice.
Editorial voices condemn begging under pretenses and warn against itinerant solicitors and misrepresented sales. The Scottsbluff Star-Herald notes permit systems in Kearney protect the public, urging all towns to curb unreliable outfits like the “Unclaimed Freight” sellers and transient dealers rumored to plunder home merchants.
Reports from the Aisne front describe back-to-back flanking attempts by German and Allied forces. Both sides strengthen wings, but the Allies gain ground and hold the line, while German manpower shows aging and attrition from ongoing offensives. Separately, the state food and drug department reports September receipts of 11 202.56 with 2 144 inspections across grocery stores hotels ice cream and more.
State Veterinarian L. C. Kigin will send letters to veterinarians nationwide and to unaffiliated groups urging attendance at a October 29 conference in the Live Stock Exchange building Omaha. The goal is to devise a uniform method for inter state cattle shipment regulation.
Beatrice on October 6, Beatrice resident William Hartman aged seventy was attacked by two burglars at his West Beatrice home. They beat him severely in the sitting room, breaking his jaw and inflicting head contusions as they fled toward the timber along the Blue River. Recovery is doubtful due to age.
District Court in Cheyenne County Nebraska orders John Donlon guardian to show cause why the unimproved north half of section 25 township 15 range 50 should not be sold to raise funds for the education and maintenance of minors Thomas E. Donlon Loretta Donlon and Elizabeth T Donlon. Court will hear on November 7 1914 at North Platte. Notice published in Sidney Telegraph for three weeks.
In Cheyenne County District Court a case against Mabel Louise McBride and unknown heirs seeks foreclosure of mortgages on north half of the northeast quarter and north half of the northwest quarter in section 12 township 13 range 47 to secure two notes of 700 each. Plaintiffs seek a first lien and sale of the premises. A receiver may be appointed to collect rents proceeds and products with heard on November 28, 1914.
A notice dated July 28, 1914 states Joseph Oliverius and 32 signers request establishment of a described section line road. The proposal begins at the southeast corner of section 7, township 13, range 47, running north one mile to the northeast corner of section 7, and also starts at the southwest corner of section 6, township 13, range 47, proceeding east five miles to the southeast corner of section 2, township 13, range 47.
Legal advertisements urge all objections to the establishment of Road No 246A be filed with the County Clerk by noon November 30 1914. Claims for damages must also be filed. failure to respond will result in the road being established without further reference. County Clerk H T Doran signs the notice.
In the County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska creditors of Bertha C Neubauer deceased meet the Administrator for examination, adjustment and allowance on October 24 1914 and December 19 1914 at 10 am in the County Court Room. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from September 16 1914. Notice to be published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before October 24 1914. Witness my hand and seal this September 16 1914.
The sheriff sale order from Cheyenne County Nebraska follows a 1913 judgment in favor of Fannie Tobin executrix against Oscar Brandt and Emma Brandt for 1943.81 with costs. The property described as the north half and southwest quarter of section 12 township 13 range 49 is exposed to sale to the highest cash bidder on October 28, 1914 at 10 a.m. in Sidney in the county courthouse.
The County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska on September 30 1914 ordered October 22 1914 at 10 a m to hear Margaret Leeman petition for the appointment of John Walsh as administrator of Elam T Leeman deceased. Notice to interested parties to publish for three consecutive weeks in the Sidney Telegraph. (Seal) Henry E Gapen County Judge.
Official notice of a proposed constitutional amendment to Nebraska Sections 1 and 24 of Article V. It outlines a two year term for governors and key executives, sets salaries for governor and eight offices, and provides election timing and certification details for the November 3, 1914 general election.
In the matter of the estate of John G. Baker deceased Hiram Baker petitions a final settlement and discharge as executor. A hearing is set for October 24 1914. Notice to interested parties will be published in the Sidney Telegraph for four weeks. Henry Gapen County Judge Seal.
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