Political tensions grip Jefferson County voters in 1897
Telegraphic and editorial pieces urge a firm Republican vote to keep the party united ahead of the next election. The editorial questions S M Bailey's loyalties and criticizes cross party tactics while promoting Captain Andrews. Local notices promote Library Day observances and a Grand Island College ad offers education opportunities for youths, highlighting financing options.
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S. M. Bailey
Mr. Bailey
Bailey
Capt. Andrews
Local Printer Battle Over Town Patronage Rights
A heated take argues that a man has right to print where he pleases but should support his own town’s businesses. The piece contends residents should patronize local printers to strengthen their community and economy.
Theft of items from Willey property shocks Fairbury
In Fairbury, a theft occurred at Mr. Willey’s barnyard where the cushion and a heavy lap robe were taken. A light robe was torn, a baggy whip broken, and the act drew strong condemnation with calls for prosecution if suspects are found.
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White Berties
Fairbury
Iva Willey
Bopey
Mr. Willey
Road Overseer Voting Instructions Are Read To Voters
The notice describes voting procedure in precincts with multiple road districts. Electors must vote for the road district candidate in Deeside and cast their ballot after handling a specimen alias and before presenting it to the official.
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Deeside
Republican ticket urged as honest, clean, loyal choice
A partisan appeal warns voters about alleged spoilsmen and urges backing the straight Republican ticket. It claims Republican candidates are principled, capable, and free of personal gain, urging participation to defend good government and oppose “political mountebanks.”
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Piebalde Bave
How to Diagnose Kidney Trouble with Urine Sample
Instructional note on using urine to assess kidney and bladder conditions. Promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney pain, bladder issues, and urinary discomfort. Claims relief from frequent urination, back pain, scalding urine, and post liquor effects. Advertises samples by mail from Kilmer Co. of Binghamton NY.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
One Dollar for The Semi-Weekly State Journal 1899
An 1890s advertisement urges Nebraskans to subscribe to The Semi-Weekly State Journal for one dollar, promising extensive news from Nebraska and the world. It emphasizes state prosperity and urges readers to support a local paper that serves Nebraskans’ interests.
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State Journal
Nebraska
Neba
Omaha
Esvodio
Bats
School Notes From Local District Report
Merril Graves entered school Monday morning the 1st inst Mrs D T Gantt visited the intermediate room Thursday afternoon the 21st inst The rain earlier in the week improved school life though the roof caused trouble The board of education had the roof repaired and it should shed the next rain Sisie of Mesars visited Friday afternoon the 22nd inst Miss Hamaker a friend of Miss Grace Dougherty of the ninth grade attended the school Friday afternoon
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Merril Graves
D. T. Gantt
Miss Hamaker
Grace Dougherty
Board of Education
Sisie
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Pitts Cify Standar
Ainly
Doty Raytti
Republi
Jefferson County
Chamberlain
Liberty
Maryland
G. O. Taylor
Steele City
Neb
Gil
Itso
Grand Island Business
Normal College
Adege
Hargis
Winkdede
Bad Nebr
U. S. Circuit Court
Edward R. Fogg
Nebraska National Bank of Beatrice
Sadie C. Knowles
L. W. Colby
E.R
Baille
Ladies Mite Society
M. E. Church
Nell
A. D. Hedges
Stone Store
Breele City
Hari
Walt
J. W. Peters
Mast
B.white & Co
Welkman Milling Company
C. R. Bracken
Bigole
Oty
Aruba
John GC
Hartiga LA W.Y
Maeegny
Ean
Stomley
Wonley
Dorman
Detroit
Mich
H. J. Wana
J. S. Taylor
Physiciar
Quageor
Taylor Pharmacy
Yvinic
Bsocta
M. Born
Chicago
J. A. Alexander & Co
Steele City, Nebr
Ripans
Rivans Chemicali
Spruce St
New York
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