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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1912
Page
2
A Mexican cabinet minister announces immediate adoption of Diaz style measures to quell agitation. Swift punishment for agitators is promised, and penalties extend to deportation of writers deemed undesirable. Public parades and street orators would be banned if tied to political aims.
A dangerous ice bridge spanning the river near Niagara Falls broke away Sunday. A man and a woman, believed to be Mr and Mrs Eldridge Stanton of Toronto, were swept to their deaths along with Burrell Heacock, seventeen, of Cleveland. Four others on the ice survived by reaching shore.
Peking reports an edict from the empress dowager directing Premier Yuan Shi Kai to form a republic with southern republicans. The edict is not published and likely kept secret until southern arrangements are finished.
W. W. Cohoon a Swenson Bros. salesman was found dead Saturday morning on the fifth floor of the Omaha establishment. He lay on a shelf with the curtain drawn, concealing him from view. He was forty two years old.
A rising threat challenges the current administration, described as the most formidable menace yet faced by the government. Officials brace for potential policy shifts and urgent actions to counter the crisis and preserve stability.
Nebraska's six congressmen vote for steel schedule revision. War department plan weighs cutting Fort Crook or Fort Omaha. Bryan urges a money trust investigation. A Washington reception marks a notable Nebraskan influence. Taft seeks world cooperation to probe high prices. Child labor bill advances in the Senate. Intercity express rate inquiries resume in Washington. Portuguese martial law shadows Lisbon amid general strike. Seventh Day Adventists promote Christian education. Large earthquake tremor recorded near Kansas. Grain marketing on the Canadian Pacific shows gains. Omaha Indians send delegation to Washington. Mineral rights offer for 80 acres in Johnson County Nebraska. Insanity rise noted as largely preventable. Civil War veteran Slocum receives a U S warrant. Wilson names new receivers in Washington irrigation and Columbia River Orchard firms. Southwest cattle disease linked to meningitis scare. Lois Edmonds and top young growers honored by Secretary Wilson. National Mutual Church Insurance association denied Iowa operation. Bonilla elected Honduran president with Bogrius as VP. Mexican revolution continuation noted.
Chinese papers confirm the empress dowager's intention regarding the throne's abdication. The Russian emperor grants a pension of 10,000 roubles to the widow of Tchaikovsky. Des Moines city council votes on resolutions concerning a roadway project.
Chief Clerk Henry C. Richmond leads preparations for a significant gathering as lawmakers from the territorial era partake in the event. The banquet aims to attract hundreds of legislators, with Richmond expecting many to attend and speak at the occasion. Earn Way Through University. Almost half the state university students earn part or all of their education through work, per registrar figures.
State Superintendent James E. Delzell requests county, city, town, and village principals to instruct teachers on testing seed corn. The move follows a consultation with Prof. Do W Pugsley of the state university farm and aims to show farmers the value of teaching agriculture in public schools.
Kearney lawyer W. J. Ballard has asked the state food commission to send an inspector to file a complaint. He alleges a local drug store was recently searched for toxicants and whisky found labeled with strings like ointment morning glory oil of joy and poison. The proprietor allegedly labeled alcohol as bug medicine.
The search for a competent Nebraska artist delays the bronze tablet honoring former university chancellor Benjamin Andrews. Plans hoped for February 16 charter day are scrapped and the installation now likely moves to the June commencement season.
A reunion and banquet for former and current Nebraska lawmakers will be held in Lincoln on February 15 following a state fair meeting. Chancellor Avery replies to citizen complaints by detailing his view on Lincoln’s water situation and notes the Rice well, linked to epidemics of disease, has been closed for several weeks.
Ted O Shea a Holdrege printer has served as captain of the local company the Nebraska national.
The state food commission adopts a plan in line with predecessor William R. Jackson to attack spoiled and filthy milk. The move signals a strong stance against unsafe dairy products and consumer protection.
The article notes calls to test germination of seeds offered for sale amid concerns over Nebraska seed quality and potential price impacts. It mentions possible seed bed tests funded by the state and hints at political chatter about securing testing support from the governor’s secretary L B Fuller.
Nebraska Rural Life Commission asks Nebraska farmers for confidential data on farm market value personal property tax operating expenses and mortgage rates. Respond to questions on farm value 1911 taxes sales expenses and five year operation figures with totals published without names or addresses.
Major L. H. Gage, inspector of rifle practice for the National Guard, reports the 1911 average efficiency at 29.05 percent, up from 16.58 percent the previous year, marking the most marked improvement.
The state board of irrigation reports numerous water rights filings across small creeks. Filings are certified by Secretary of State and state irrigation board secretary D. D. under the new state irrigation law.
Joseph McKain of 2425 O Street Lincoln a Capitol school janitor received notice he is left fifteen thousand dollars by a sister who recently died in California. McKain formerly worked as an engineer on the Union Pacific railroad.
A brief note discusses how schools handle expenses and payments in whole or part. It mentions possible methods for covering costs and planning budgets for student needs.
Mr Gustav Himmelreich of Hochhem Texas reports years of asthma with severe attacks after colds. He credits Perina Lacupia and Manalia with curing his condition after eight months of illness and says he can work his farm again and recommends the medicines to others.
A terse exchange reveals a husband blaming his wife for constant nagging about permitting. He admits repeatedly deciding to stop but finds no relief as she refuses to concede he has a mind.
Advertisement claims Cole's Carboli salve quickly relieves and cures burning itching and torturing skin. It allegedly stops pain from burns and leaves no scars. Free sample offer directs readers to J. WwW. & Co. Black River Fails Wis.
A report notes a person attending a meeting with warnings that they risk being expelled if rash or careless. The fragment hints at tension and potential removal by others present.
A light exchange in 1911 has a person admitting early year errors while another jokes about the year. The witty banter reflects the era’s humor and language.
Fragmentary quote about furnishing the mind as apartments and belief in hope. The text cites Gray and discusses mental space, belief, and hope as an easy act. No clear event or person beyond the quoted sentiment.
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