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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1910
Page
2
A busy man faces a compact challenge as the bit that can soon be grasped is set to be compassed. The article hints at a small device or concept aiding quick tasks for time pressed individuals. Details remain sparse.
Eleven captains and commanders in the navy have voluntarily applied for retirement and their applications were granted. Lands from national forests are being removed and about 160,000 acres added to reserves, with some areas open to settlement. A treasury commission plans Fremont Leidy for a revenue post as James M. Simpson’s anticipated resignation prompts action.
Official Gazette in Tokio announces that the Cuffeam government will seek tenders in the United States and Europe in September for the construction of a battleship of 22 000 tons. Miss Amice Lulu Stockes daughter of a Louisiana cotton grower wins money at Monte Carlo. An Ame Gutter, leading singer in Stuttgart’s Royal Opera, was shot in her bed and a former conductor Alois killed himself. Foreign office sets date for ceremony.
A fragmented report mentions a flour case and a push to aid Senator Bever in his bid for reelection. It references a government decision and a rehearing request in a rate case, with vague ties to Governor John H. McGraw and a broker’s resignation in the East.
News briefs cover heavy rains halting travel in Oklahoma. Reports claim Joseph Wendling found near Houston after alleged Alma Kilner slaying. Taft orders more land withdrawals. Senator Lorimer bribery case stirs Congress while Roosevelt and Pinchot plot a new party. Public notices include postal savings bank plans and interstate rate cuts.
Robert Smith recalls to Governor Shallenberger the Douglas County hospital's inadequacy and growing insane asylum crowding. The governor acknowledges crowded institutions, notes Norfolk and Hastings facilities under construction, and pledges to relieve the pressure as soon as possible.
The governor did not grant a Fourth of July pardon for Hawkins of Frontier county. Hawkins, serving a life term for the murder of Jensen, who was tortured and buried in a well, was the sole eligible prisoner. The warden urged clemency amid protest telegrams received by the governor.
Jerry J. Hanks of Dawson county appeals to the supreme court. The court suspended the sentence and allowed bail of 2500 dollars for his criminal assault case against Florence Weaver. George Crister of Harlan county also appeals to the supreme court claiming Franklin county dismissed his trial without prejudice.
The state board of public lands and buildings approved July vouchers for state institutions totaling 54,878, matching typical maintenance and repair costs. Land Commissioner Cowles reports June expenditures of 29,435 for maintenance 2485.08 from institution cash funds for maintenance 17465.88 for salaries and wages and 4591.75 for repairs.
Adjutant General Hartigan issues a training order for rifle and revolver teams to report at the state range near Ashland on July 18, 1910. Each company must send one enlisted man as marker and units to be equipped for field service with tentage and subsistence provided. The hospital corps must detail one medical officer, one commissioned officer and two privates to report on July 16, 1910 with medical supplies.
The dairy advisory urges drastic steps as pasture drought hits Nebraska with dry pastures and plummeting milk production. Cows must be fed alfalfa and grain, kept comfortable, and avoided flies for profitable year end yields.
Charles L. Saunders of Omaha filed his name as a republican candidate for congress in the Second district. This is his second trial for the nomination.
Prohibitionists announce a grand mass convention at 9 a.m. July 26 inviting every party member. The state convention will meet at 2 p.m. the same day.
State Treasurer Brian reports June end balances of 676,487.65 with 27,584.48 on hand and 648,903.17 in deposits. General fund rises from 135,667.09 to 301,495. Trust funds uninvested 251,563.78 at month start. vested balances listed include Col. of BOB 613,007.98 and Normal endowment 66,000.00.
Four years ago I suffered severe eczema from head to feet and, after six weeks in bed, endured constant itching and burning. Dr. advised Cuticura. after the first bath with Cuticura Soap and Use of Cuticura Ointment I slept for the first time during illness. Resolvent used for three weeks, and I recovered to be about the house with no ill effects since. Mrs Edward Neaning Watertown NY Apr 11 1908.
Mandy and her husband joke about Hiram Skinflint pretending to help a tiny black ant by dropping it into Jed Weatherby's sugar. They predict the schemer will use the trick to negotiate a discount, pulling in raisins and a yeast cake. The exchange reveals their neighbor’s craftiness.
A minister addressing a Sunday school attempts to discuss an important organ of life but a child interrupts, revealing the gas meter as the source of the pause. The quip turns a solemn teaching into a light moment.
Witness addresses the court claiming twenty years in service and notes public comfort from stating opinions about others. The exchange underscores courtroom tension as discussions turn personal.
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