Regional events calendar for Nebraska groups and towns
Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge gathers in Lincoln May 12 to 15. Nebraska State Medical Society meets in Lincoln May 12 and 18. Nebraska G A R encampment at Grand Island May 13 and 14. Hastings hosts Eagles in June. State Sunday school convention in Aurora in June. Nebraska postmasters meet in Lincoln June 9 to 11. Nebraska Press Association outing at Epworth Lake Park Lincoln June 18 to 25.
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Knights of Pythias’ Grand Lodge
Lincoln
Nebraska
Medical Society
Grand Island
Hastings
Aurora
Nebraska Press Association
Epworth Lake Park
Rare hog disease hits Tecumseh neighborhood
In Tecumseh Owen Morrissey lost nine hogs to a sudden illness identified as gastro enteritis with a grathostoma worm after a post mortem by government veterinarian Dr W A Sullivan. The outbreak prompts eradication efforts in Johnson county. Fremont reports link smoking to lower student performance at Fremont High School. Principal A R Congdon finds 41 percent of smokers fail academically versus 8 percent of non smokers. Smokers average 69 while non smokers 81.
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Tecumseh
Owen Morrissey
W. A. Sullivan
Johnson County
Sullivan
Fremont
A. R. Congdon
Fremont High School
Storm Floods Tekamah Streets and Destroys Grain Elevator
A cloudburst-like storm hit Tekamah with three to four inches of rain and hail. Tekamah Creek overflowed, flooding streets a foot deep and damaging property. Beatrice reports a fire at Adams Farmers Elevator destroying 10,000 bushels of grain with losses around 16,000 dollars and 18,000 dollar insurance. Huerta, a Mexican youth, arrested in Beatrice on theft charges from a boarding car. Beatrice commissioners grant six saloon licenses totaling 1,800 dollars in fees.
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Tekamah
Tekamahh
Beatrice
Adams
Huerta
Mexico
Wymore
Nebraska Churches Back National Prohibition Resolution
The Nebraska State Federation of Churches through its social service commission declared for national constitutional prohibition of liquor. A resolution to that effect was adopted and sent to the Nebraska delegation in Congress.
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York
Nebraska State Federation of Churches
Social Service Commission
Nebraska
Congress
Norfolk State Baseball Team Set to Go in First
Norfolk State’s baseball squad is nearly organized with Manager Cummins stating the team will be in the first division due to a strong lineup secured by his efforts.
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Norfolk
Norfolk State
Cummins
Wide Use Of Alfalfa Shows Remarkable Adaptability
Alfalfa originated southwest of central Asia and now ranks as a leading forage legume across continents. Its spread began in Spain, Mexico, and South America, with rapid Western expansion from 1864 after introduction to San Francisco. Climate and soil conditions limit growth in humid areas. drought and irrigation needs vary, with careful management boosting success in less ideal zones.
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Central Asia
Old World
United States
Utah
Greece
Spain
Mexico
South America
Old Mexico
San Francisco
Chile
New York
Union
Taking the Horse's Pulse
The pulse reflects automatic expansion and contraction of the artery walls as the heart pumps. In health a horse averages 36 to 40 beats per minute, slower in larger horses, with the jaw underside as a good pulse point. The pulse's character helps diagnose disease progression.
Right Spirit Fond: Tommy Plans For His Mother’s Education
A brief dialogue shows a mother asking what Tommy will do for her as he grows up. He responds he will send her to a high endowed establishment for a fine education if he can afford it.
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Tommy
Hair loss cure credited to Cuticura products
The letter from C. M. Hamilton of Greenwood Indiana describes severe scalp itching dandruff pimples on the face and hair loss. After trying various remedies he reports clear skin and hair improvement after three months using Cuticura Soap and Ointment and notes the products are sold worldwide with a free sample offer.
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Greenwood
Ind
C. M. Hamilton
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Not Quite Insolvent Abrahams Acquittal Then Woodpile Payment
Abraham Lin Carter faced charges in Staunton Virginia for stealing 7.50. The judge appointed a young lawyer who secured acquittal after a strong defense. Outside the courthouse the lawyer complained about pay and proposed labor instead. Abraham replied he still had the 7.50 to settle.
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Abraham Lin Carter
Bar of Justice
Staunton
Abraham
No Chances for Him in a Town Cloth Trade
A dealer offers a suit length to an Irish passerby saying he can hate it for ten bob. Pat replies that tuppence could not buy the makings of a topcoat for an elephant, nor the makings of leggings for a canary, this minute.
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Pat
Tuppence
Castoria Bottle Ad Urges Mothers to Inspect Contents
An old style advertisement for Castoria urges mothers to examine every bottle for safety and notes a long history of use. It emphasizes that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria and bears a signature indicating trust and quality.
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Fletcher
Praiseworthy Duty Inspires Rue Kin Quotation
A brief literary note reflects on the value of living a praiseworthy life and meeting one's duty with personal integrity as urged by Rue kin. The quote champions self-worth and virtuous conduct as essential life aims.
Kilt the Flies Now Ad Warns of Disease Risk
An urgent ad promotes a killer chemical for fly control claiming it prevents disease, with suppliers offering six units by express for $1 from H. Somera at 150 De Kaib Ave, Lyn, N. .
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Somera
de Kaib Ave
Lyn
Toscoon Phrase Reveals First Call Impression
In a terse New York World note a reader recalls Jack making his first call, remarking it marked the first time he had phoned, suggesting a modest initial impression.
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Toscoon
Jack
New York World
A Convenient Wagon Shed for Efficient Farm Use
A farmer notes that all farm buildings should favor economy and convenience. The wagon shed design allows teams to be driven through and wagons left in place, saving time and labor by avoiding pushing or pulling wagons into position.
Early Vegetable Guidance for Home Garden Starters
Advice for growing vegetables indoors and outdoors in a home garden. Beans beets cucumbers lettuce radishes begin in a window garden then transplant. Peas and corn sprout in moist sand in the cellar and are sprinkled into rows carefully to avoid breaking shoots. Tomatoes start indoors in February and stay potted until late May.
Garden for the Housewife: Early Salad Plants and Tips
Article by L. Be. Chapin outlines diverse salad crops including asparagus beet, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, Fetticus corn salad, leeks, improved large leaved lettuces, turnip rooted celery, winter onions, and okra. Stresses quick growth, rich moisture, and reliance on catalog guidance for culture.
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L. BE. Chapin
Consistent Youngster Refuses to Say Please
A three year old named James stubbornly resists courtesy despite his determined parents. After persistent coaxing, the mother asks him to perform a small act to please her, but James defiantly replies he will not and that when he says no he means it.
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James
Conspiracy of Silence Alleged in Dialog
In a tense exchange Collier presses for what is said and is told there is a conspiracy of silence. The remarks hint at hidden communications and a deliberate withholding of information.
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Collier
Money in a man's greatest trouble if he hasn't any.
A terse maxim notes that lack of money threatens a man most, equating financial scarcity with major hardship. It reflects a practical view of virtue and hardship, suggesting wealth underpins security and success while want exposes vulnerability.
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Western Newspaper
Union News
S¢vice
Papa
Houston Post
Hostetter
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Dandru
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