Nebraska Sends First National Army Contingent to Camp Funston
Nebraska's first 5 percent quota of the 685000 National Army moved by Union Pacific special to Lincoln and then to Fort Riley Kansas. Ninety two Omaha Douglas Burt Cedar Dixon Sarpy Thurston Washington and Wayne counties men joined others from sixty three counties and were fitted in khaki at Fort Riley. Crowder praised Nebraska authorities for assembling the draft and thanked the governor for cooperation.
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Nebraska
Camp Funston
Fort Riley
Kan
Omaha
Douglas
Burt
Cedar
Dixon
Sarpy
Thurston
Washington
Wayne
Lincoln
Union Pacific
Wymore
Beatrice
335Th Infantry
York
Commercial Club
Harrison
West Point
Geneva
Broken Bow
1917 Fair Greatest Ever Lincoln Nebraska State Fair
The 1917 Nebraska state fair drew more attendees and revenue than any prior year. Over 200,000 entered, about 7,000 more than 1916, with auto traffic rising from 11,424 cars in 1916 to 15,508 this year. Officials expect a comfortable balance after expenses.
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Lincoln
Ollis
Danielson
Wrestling bout stalls spark Omaha crowd backlash
The Labor Day match between Joe Stecher of Dodge and Marian cee drew universal condemnation from about 4,000 spectators after two hours of stalling. Referee Ed Reetz awarded the decision, but fans deemed the bout rotten and a death blow to the sport in the city.
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Omaha
Nebraska
Joe Stecher
Dodge
Marian Cee
Labor Day
Ed Reetz
Hooper
Prestina
Coene
Government Steps In To End Nebraska Strike Action
The federal government intervenes in the Nebraska strike after officials from the State Council of Labor request federal help. Authorities report coordination between state and federal agencies to resolve the dispute and restore operations.
Food Committee Named For State Food Program
A statewide food committee has been formed to oversee production and distribution of food. Members include J. A. Ollis Ord president Nebraska state fair association Otto Murschel Lincoln deputy state food commissioner C W Pugsley Lincoln state university extension head Daniel Morris Kearney state bankers association president W H Clemmons Lincoln state superintendent of public instruction George W Coupland Elgin vice chairman state council of defense F W Judson Omaha Red Cross director Clark Perkins Aurora state press association president Cliff Crooks Fairbury state retailers association president Mrs J N Paul St Paul state federation of women's clubs J W Steinhart Nebraska City state association of commercial clubs C H Gustafson Omaha state farmers union president T T Osterman Blair Nebraska postmasters association Samuel T Avery chancellor state university O G Smith Kearney Nebraska farmers association president T P Reynolds Omaha state federation of women’s clubs miss Sarka R B Horkova Lincoln chairwoman defense council women’s division
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J. A. Ollis
Ord
Nebraska State Fair Association
Otto Murschel
Lincoln
C. W.pugsley
The
State University
Daniel Morris
Kearney
State Bankers’ Negociation
Nebraska City
State Association of Commercial Clubs
C. H. Gustafson
Omaha
State Farmers’ Union
T. T. Osterman
Blair
Nebraska Postmasters’ Association
Samuel T. Avery
O. G. Smith
Nebraska Farmers’ Association
T. P. Reynolds
State Federation of Or
Miss Sarka RB. Horkova
Women’s Division of Defense Council
Fremont School Board Drops German Course
The Fremont school board voted unanimously to remove German from the high school curriculum citing low enrollment this year. Superintendent Waterhouse noted forty four pupils registered for German, down from seventy seven last year. The board also approved adding military drill at the high school, replacing much of the gymnasium program and awarding full credit to participating students.
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Fremont
Council of Defense
Waterhouse
Sidner
Swine Show West's Biggest Event in Omaha
The National Swine Show will run October 8 to 10 in Omaha and is expected to be the largest livestock event in the Midwest. Breeders report strong show space demand and assurances, with President Wilson having visited last year to mark its significance. Omaha anticipates a record display of prize winners and a high visitor turnout.
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Omaha
Middle West
Wilson
Cornerstone Laid for Randolph Catholic Church
The cornerstone of the new 75000 dollar Catholic church in Randolph was laid by Archbishop Harry of Omaha. Addresses were delivered by several priests from the region.
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Randolph
Harry
Omaha
Plot to Hinder Food Production in South Omaha
Officials of Armour Packing Company city police and federal authorities have conclusive evidence that the strike of laborers at the Armour plant early last week was the work of a pro German plot to tie up the big packing.
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South Omaha
Armour Packing Company
Armour Plant
Disease Quarantine Quelled in Saunders County Infants
Three cases of infantile paralysis have been quarantined in Saunders county and every precaution is being taken to prevent a spread of the disease. Local health officials report heightened concern and strict isolation measures.
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Saunders
Wahoo
Saunders County
War tax bill passes senate largest US tax measure
The senate approves the war tax bill setting levies near 3.4 billion dollars for the war. It highlights 342 million from incomes and 1.06 billion from war profits with most taxes on liquor tobacco and utilities. Public utilities taxes take effect November 1 while free soldier mail transport and parcel post stamp duties raise about four million.
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Union News Service
Washington
Senate
House
Borah, Gronnah, LaFolette
Norris
German Trickery Deepens Neutrality Breach Probe
State department released three dispatches showing German diplomacy targeting Argentina with messages to Berlin from Count Luxveil Btcewe Sp at Buenos Aires. The Swedish foreign office was drawn into the affair and the notes appeared as if from the Argentine government. No details on how the messages reached U.S. hands or potential consequences were provided.
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Washington
State Department
Argentina
Berlin
Count Lux Veel
Buénos Aires
United States
Swedish Minister Denies Cipher Dispatches to Berlin
Baron Lowen, the Swedish minister to Argentina, denies that dispatches in cipher were sent to Berlin by the German chargé through the Swedish legation in Buenos Aires.
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Buenos Aires
Argentina
Baron Lowen
Berlin
Red Cross to Spend 12 Million in War Relief
Henry P Davison chair of the Red Cross war council states in an address to the American people that about 12 million dollars will have been expended by the Red Cross for war relief in Europe during the first six months of U S involvement. He notes France as chief beneficiary with over 10 million dollars allocated to relief efforts abroad.
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Red Cross
France
Washington
Europe
United States
Germany
Henry P. Davison
Red Cross War Council
Scarcity Stifles Daily Provisions in Town
Abundant mention is made of severe shortages as residents report only one loaf of bread per week per family. Meat lard butter and spices are unobtainable leaving households struggling to secure basic sustenance.
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Siastent Cea
Jefferson County Falls at Waurika
A county fall event occurred in Waurika affecting Jefferson County residents. Details remain sparse but indicate a notable incident or accident within the county limits. Further specifics are not provided in the readable text.
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Jefferson County
Waurika
Why Not A Snowbow Brightened a Winter Day
A boy named Norman gazes from a window as heavy snow falls then the sun appears. He asks for a snowbow, arguing if there can be a rainbow there can be a snowbow, sparking a playful moment with his mother.
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Norman
Just think You can lift off corn or callus at low cost
The ad promises Easy removal of corns and calluses with Freezone drops applied to the affected area. It claims immediate soreness relief and loosening of the corn so it can be lifted off, with quick drying and no damage to surrounding skin. It urges asking a druggist to order a bottle if unavailable locally.
How can I tell if meat is tender asks shopper
In a humorous exchange a customer asks how to tell if meat is tender but must buy first to test. The butcher replies there is only one sure way to know by eating the meat, highlighting the playful misunderstanding about tasting before purchase.
Appearance over disappearance quip prompts reflection
A pithy remark contrasts judging by appearance with risking being unseen. The line suggests social caution about how people are perceived versus whether they vanish from sight. It echoes cultural debates on visibility and reputation.
Perhaps a Woman Reveals Secrets Because He Is Forgetful
A fragment suggests a woman speaks of secrets shared with a man who forgets them, hinting at memory gaps and the social dynamics of disclosure. The tone remains indirect and speculative with no clear narrative or outcome.
If a girl wants to be kissed a young man’s timing matters
A concise reflection notes that when a girl desires a kiss the young man should seize the moment rather than wait. It emphasizes initiative and social cues in dating etiquette.
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Eebraska State Council of
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Knox
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Ghey
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