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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1916
Page
4
A fragile OCR fragment notes a subscription offer with a one dollar rate in advance. It references Steele City Nebraska and an Act of Congress from March, with a dated appearance likely in the 1900s era.
A Newark News poem recalls a village crowded with car brands from Velics to Chalmers and Maxwells. The speaker longs for boyhood days, sees a jitney nearly strike him, and laments how the place changed if they had stayed. It echoes nostalgia and rural mobility.
Farmers are urged to consider fall costs and stallion services offered by C C Andrews. The message promises steady work later and potential earnings, emphasizing not being rushed and financial benefits.
Old age comes quickly without care. Neglect of the liver and bowels makes people look old by forty. Keep bowels regular and liver healthy to feel and look younger. For constipation or biliousness, take Chamberlain's Tablets. They are gentle and effective.
A new act increases pensions for widows of soldiers who served ninety days or more in the Civil War Mexico War or War of 1812 and are at least seventy. Eligible widows must apply to the Commissioner of Pensions with details including name, address, certificate number, former husband, his service, and birth details. The law also covers widows married before 1905 and widows remarried then widowed, requiring formal applications. Signed: Chas. H. Sloan.
Correspondence notes basketball popularity at the school, a new windmill at Clarence Sheeley’s, and sidewalk construction from the post office area. Other items mention Mrs. Fairchild’s return from California, Epworth League event, Bible study group, visits by I E Beach, property sale to Ellis Cook, and neighbors’ moves and visits to Crete.
Hollenberg route residents record a flurry of visits and gatherings from Ashley to Hastings. Names include Will Moore Charley Justin Cliff Asch and Otto Leitzena sharing time with family and friends. Funeral attendance and a Sunday party at Sim Justis’ mark a restful weekend in the community.
Price spent Saturday at the Charley Wells home. Flora Carrico George Kenning and Charley Compto spent Sunday at the Malady home. Charley Wilson's brother and Kansas family came Saturday for a few days visit. Nora Griffing and Fred Whittington married at the Griffing home. They will visit relatives in Kansas then move to Lincoln. Whittington is a fireman on a passenger train.
Chicago surgeon F H Seeley, renowned for truss design, will be at the Mary Etta Hotel in Fairbury Friday only, Sept 29. He claims the Spermatic Shield repairs rupture in 100 days on average, offers government-verified results without surgery, and will assist charity cases or fit patients free of charge if requested.
A fragmentary exchange features Erastus Dighley discussing a mule named Phil Philippines seven. He recalls deciding whether to keep the animal or trade it, or possibly lose it, amid a rambling rural talk.
Members of the Literary Club doubt Mrs Gadders authored a paper she read titled illuminating and informative. The discussion suggests many thought the author was someone else, with ruling opinions unclear among the group.
In a playful twist the auto story is reimagined as a submarine saga. The author notes the vehicle’s machinery and speed translate into naval intrigue and deep sea adventure with a hint of satire.
Humorous aside in an office conversation notes an influenza case as a jest about a death. The remark uses a faded old style phrase describing a man as having "snuffled off this mortal coil" in a grimly comic tone.
A fragmentary item reports Willie’s remark about washing his face and a judge’s retort about not bringing up the past. The brief line includes Willie and his mother in a quoted exchange framed by a judicial comment.
A fragment discusses the long term growth of American redwoods in California. It notes ongoing years of growth and references omferent timber concerns without complete details. The readable portion hints at industry focus on timber yields from the redwood forests.
A discussion traces how governments favor married men over bachelors in Europe and America. It notes England and France providing support to wives and acknowledged mistresses, while the United States grants the married man a $41 000 income tax exemption. The piece argues bachelorhood remains a discrimination and a social burden.
The bank president asks a question about a suggested climate change for the cashier. The cashier confirms and mentions seeking earlier vacation than usual. The president then inquires whether the recommender was the physician or the attorney.
A brief, quirky exchange shows a wife asking if she will be missed and the husband replying that missing her would be a consolation. The playful dialogue hinges on wordplay and affection.
A fragment from a historical page shows lines like Fave is all in all gays this post and Inca fine frenzy no doubt. The text notes a possible sonnet written to pay the buteler with uncertain attribution.
A brief exchange shows Biggs denying financial embarrassment while Diggs jokes creditors are embarrassed as they profit from brewery hop refuse, presenting a cynical take on modern investment.
A witty quip on ambition and intellect. The speaker jokes about taking a job requiring sharp thinking while ironically asking if the position is with a barber. The exchange humorously underlines the link between headwork and hairdressing.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a trusted family medicine for sudden colic and diarrhoea. It claims prompt relief before a physician arrives, notes wide availability, and cites its popular reputation.
Probate notice in county court for Elizabeth Cassell estate lists dates October 17 1916 and February 17 1917 for claims presentation. It requires creditors to file claims by August 17 1917 and states all claims not filed will be barred. Notice published in the Steelerion for four weeks. Compiled by F L Raw attorney for the estate.
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