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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1910
Page
3
A Michigan Central train traveling at high speed collided with a streetcar at the East Main street crossing. Conductor Vernon Van Horn signaled forward but did not see the approaching locomotive in time. The car was smashed, and mangled passengers were carried on the engine for blocks before the train stopped.
Charles O. Wheden contends before the U S Supreme Court that the Nebraska statute guaranteeing bank deposits protects depositor security and access to funds. He argues states determine measures for public welfare, while Oklahoma and Kansas cases may follow after Christmas holidays.
Dispatches from Moscow report Count Tolstoi, aged, located on the estate of M Abrikisoff in Tula province. His wife, grief stricken by his absence, attempted self harm by leaping through a hole in an ice pond but was saved by her daughter Alexandra.
Sears, Roebuck & Co directors approved a 331.3 percent stock dividend on common stock valued at 30 million dollars. The plan, to be ratified by stockholders at the annual meeting on February 27, 1911, follows an ex-dividend date of April 11, 1911.
Paris authorities fear a repeat of last year as the Seine and Marne swell. In Grenelle residents flee to safety while Rue Ferdinand David, previously damaged, is submerged about six inches over the curb.
The report from Alix Alberta notes Belle Elmore wife of Dr Harvey Crippen was seen in Calgary area. Authorities say the tale is wholly imaginary and not corroborated by evidence.
The Missouri Kansas and Oklahoma Hotel Men's association endorsed Saint Louis as the logical site for the 1915 Panama exposition. The group adjourned Saturday after the vote.
Summary of diverse Nebraska items including deaths in San Diego and Anadarka, accidents in Gage county, a tax sale in Otoe county, a Tecumseh bucket shop case verdict, petitions to remove local officials, a restaurant robbery at Ragan, Minnesota-bound transfer of guardianship cases, and the Nebraska National Guard adopting olive drab uniforms funded by federal reserves.
The governor designates Thursday November 24 as Thanksgiving, urging Nebraskans to observe the day with devotion and reverence. He praises abundant harvests, industry, progress, and Providence guiding the state and calls for no business to be transacted on the day.
Adjutant General Hartigan appealed to Colonel E M Weaver for a funding plan to equip the guards with olive drab uniforms. Requisitions will be charged to the supply account if the ammunition fund is not depleted. Uniforms cost about 15000 dollars with a $4000 transfer freeing treasury money and leaving a reserve for emergencies.
School districts Nos. 19 and 41 of Buffalo and Hall counties have appealed to the state Supreme Court from a Douglas county district court ruling. The court held $30,000 in bonds bought by Oscar Allen were illegally issued and ordered the return of a $600 certified check. The bond election sought $30,000 to build a new public school house while the measure questioned building and furnishing it.
The Nebraska State Irrigation Association calls its first convention in Bridgeport on November 15 and 16. President T. C. Egleston of Denver and secretary D. D. Price assist, as to promote irrigation drainage reclamation of waste lands and seek supportive legislation.
Judge T. C. Munger voids the state law regulating insurance company rates as unconstitutional under the federal constitution in the case American Surety Co. vs Governor Shallenberger Attorney General Thompson and State Auditor Barton. The ruling declares the statute invalid and unenforceable.
Preparations are under way by the Burlington railroad to fill a large area in the Balt creek bottoms west of Lincoln to serve as a feed yard for livestock in transit to the South Omaha market. The project will be completed soon and the Burlington will transfer the yard to the West Lincoln stock yards.
The Downing surname stems from Anglo Saxon une meaning hill with early forms such as Dune and Downe. The Doonesday Book lists Ralph de Doune as king s Thane with two Devon manors. Devonshire has long been a family stronghold with Axminster as a longtime home.
The article traces the Downing lineage from Sussex to Maryland and Kentucky, noting ties to the Howard family, Downing Street founders, and Downing College. It highlights Emanuel Downing of Salem, George Downing the first baronet, and Kentucky settlers including Francis and Francia Downing, plus alliances with the Hickmans, Madisons, and other families. It also mentions Andrew Downing of New York who shaped Washington’s parks and the Downing coat of arms with motto Quaerere Verum.
George West, a Seattle engineer, sought a wife during a brief Paris Ontario factory visit to join Miss Florence McMillan from England. Canon Krowt officiated, West repaid $600 advanced for her passage, and the couple departed for Seattle after the ceremony.
A scene in a corner grocery shows an old lady questioning a restless young clerk about his purpose for staying busy. The exchange underlines a broader point that many troubles stem from impulsive reactions and quick triggers.
An advertisement touts Lewis' Single Binder 5c cigars as superior due to old well cured tobaccos. It claims buyers switching from 10c cigars gain better quality and warns against imitations, urging shoppers to request Lewis' Single Binder.
In Harper's Weekly a buyer complains that the bathing salt he bought from a bathing master left fast colors on his back. The master retorts that removal will be harder, hinting at ongoing antics and humor between the two.
Free collection of gold embossed Christmas postcards and Nebraska Farm Journal offered with an 8 month trial subscription. Address Ramge Building Omaha Nebraska for details and to participate in the 20 day bargain.
Editor notes radical changes for the football season sparking debate. Sporting Writer Verity hints at ticketing policy limits while Puck jokes about a single ticket speculator tackling one patron at a time.
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