Herding Hares and sheep led early villagers to craft and trade
A 1927 note recounts a conductor managing five hares on a rail trip and a runaway escape from a basket. It cites a shepherd system where clusters of families in caves and dispersed homes aided each other, sharing wool and meat. The piece links animal husbandry to the rise of village life, news, and cloth weaving.
Clever Woman at Home Quip Sparks Online Debate
A fragment from a transcript cites a quip about a wife’s role at home and a clever woman who can laugh at misinterpretation. The incomplete text references Bep Tramecript and a social media style reaction.
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Bep
Culinary Tip for Candy Crisp Strips and Brittle
Melt butter and sugar with lemon juice and water then heat until glossy. Cool slightly, spread on buttered plates and pull into white glistening strands as it sets. Shape into long narrow strips, cut with scissors or knife when firm.
Baked Pork Chops With Scalloped Potatoes
Dice potatoes and season with milk for scalloped potatoes. Lay seasoned pork chops atop. Cover and bake in a moderate oven until potatoes are tender. Remove cover and brown chops to finish.
Adierika Claims Relief From Gas After 18 Years
An advertisement features testimonials about Adierika relieving chronic gas and stomach trouble after 18 years. It claims the first spoonful eases gas and removes old waste, helping digestion and appetite, with references to Arner's Drug Store and a Lady’s endorsement.
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L. A. Champion
Adlerika
Arner
Is too much money being spent on your school
Taxpayers in the district debate school funding arguing that an accredited school benefits patrons students and the community. The letter claims the district has already paid 2500 in tuitions that would have gone elsewhere and notes families move to Steele City for educational opportunities, boosting property values and local business. Charles Lowe signs the letter urging against cutting school taxes.
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Steele City
Taxpayer
Charles Lowe
High School Girl Reserve Club Opens with Plans
Miss Schaeffer spoke to the Girl Reserve members on the clubs purpose and plan at the opening meeting Tuesday evening. Songs were practiced and the year’s program mapped out. Of the thirty six girls in high school thirty three joined the club. Wednesday morning the following program displayed talent to the high school: Reading Mary Anderson, Piano Marcella Sampson, Reading Charles Lowe, Piano Rath Garrett.
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Mary Anderson
Marcella Sampson
Charles Lowe
Rath Garrett
Biology Class Field Trip Collects Animal Specimens
The biology class conducted a Friday field trip gathering about thirty animal life specimens for future study.
Faculty Commemorate Emancipation Proclamation with Talks
High school faculty led a chapel observance marking sixty five years since the Emancipation Proclamation. Melton spoke on origins of slavery in America, Caster shared biographies of Booker T. Washington Dunbar Tanner Dumas and others, and Wilfley sang Nobody Knows with Naomi accompanying.
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R. S . Wilfley
Mr. Melton
United States
Caster
Booker T. Washington
Paul Laurence Dunbar
Henry Tanner
America
Paris
St. Louis
San Francisco
Alexandre Dumas
France
R. S. Wilfley
Naomi
Public poetry demand grows as benefit to the profession rises
The text argues that increased public familiarity with poetry strengthens the profession and benefits society by expanding appreciation and engagement with verse. It frames poetry as more accessible through public awareness and cultural value.
Fairbury Electric Shoe Shop Ad Promotes Repairs
An old Fairbury advertisement urges customers to visit Fairbury Electric Shoe Shop for repairs using quality leather and workmanship. Located on the corner north of the Bonham Theatre.
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Fairbury
Fairbury Electric Shoe Shop
Bonham Theatre
Notice to Creditors in the Estate of Chester Andrews
Creditors of Chester Andrews deceased must present claims to the Jefferson County Nebraska County Judge at the county court room by January 6, 1928. Three months from October 6, 1927 are allowed for filing. Claims not filed by that date will be barred. Dated September 7, 1927. {SEAL} County Judge Heasty. Barnes and Rain Attorneys for Estate.
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Chester Andrews
Jefferson County
Nebraska
Said County
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