This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 31 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Fairbury Enterprise
Location
Fairbury, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1902
Page
4
The ticket names J. H. Mickey for Lieut. Governor E G McGilton for Secretary of State G W Marsh for Treasurer P Mortensen for Auditor Charles Weston for Attorney General F N Prout for Commissioner Public Lands and Lyndings G D Follmer for Superintendent Public Instruction W K Fowler for Congressional Longroseman Fourth District B H Hinshaw for County Representative J B Mendenhall listed.
The republican electors of the twenty third senatorial district and the thirty sixth representative district in Jefferson and Thayer counties are invited to select delegates for a convention in Hebron Nebraska on Thursday August 21 at 3 00 PM. Delegation totals are Thayer 17 and Jefferson 17. By request of the republican senatorial and representative committee Wp GALBRAITH Secretary O Rewick Chairman.
A statement praises King Edward for presenting a palace to the government for the benefit of faithful old soldiers and sailors, calling it the right spirit and a noble gesture toward veterans.
The report notes some voices urging the king not to be crowned yet, but the coronation proceeded on schedule. The king, though weary, rose to the occasion and performed his duties with steadiness.
A dated account notes Mr Bryan promoting advertising and preparing to deny a third nomination. Reporters expect a forthcoming interview that could contradict the denial, with widespread public attention and a strong push from Bryan’s camp.
Congressman Stark announces a civil service examination for a cadet in the revenue cutter service to be held at Beatrice on August 25 to 27. Applicants 18 to 25 years old must file form 304 with the U S Civil Service Commission in Washington or the Local Board at Beatrice Nebraska. No medical certificate required.
Miss Tillie Zable visits relatives in Syracuse. Miss Lulu Joe returns to Alexandria. Harlow Bower and wife were serenaded last Friday. A dance occurred at John Nider’s Saturday. Devo Hughes of Silver Creek visits cousins. J. M. Vearson family hosts Illinois relatives. Miss Sarah Walsh visits her sister Mrs. John Dailey. Mrs. Lydia Devore guests Flora Farmer. Mrs. Martha Hughes spent week with granddaughter Mrs. James Chirnside. Mrs. Iva Fougleberg and children visited Hiram Chapmans. Mrs. Lou Hart and daughter Dora from Alexandria visit here this week.
A local Diller brief covers a baby’s birth to Mr. and Mrs. Elmo Hadley, visits by Ralph Lowe from Davenport, a job change for H. M. Saunders in Beatrice, and various trips and family updates. Oats yield 504 bushels per acre noted, residents planning moves to Idaho and Omaha, and visiting dignitaries from Lincoln, Texas, and Fairbury. The school board confirms teachers for the upcoming year. a quarterly conference is set for August with services led by Rev. Branson and Rev. Gettys. Captains Andrews and family visit from Steele City while plans for a new home in Diller surface contingent on local political support.
A woman spends three hours dressing for a party, then acts as if emulating male behavior. The scene reflects social expectations and personal style in a domestic setting.
An advertisement touts Nutzman cigars made at home with Havana filling and hand made stock. It claims expert praise and a five cent price, urging smokers to try them and make them a standby, with Union made manufacturing by L. J. Nutzman.
Hartford preacher Rev. E Vayson Hammod and Mrs Hammond endorse Dr Kay's Renovator and Dr Kay's Lunghalm noting personal benefit and recommending them to readers. Sold by all druggists.
Mr. E. Thompson funds a 45 by 60 foot two story brick building at 11th and M Streets in Lincoln. It will house Lincoln's new evening paper the Daily Star with large glass windows and modern press machinery. The Star aims to be Nebraska Republican yet fair, with full Associated Press service and local state news. Subscriptions start with initial issue expected in September, no payment until issue issued.
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as an immediate, safe cure for colds, coughs, croup, throat and lung troubles. It claims to clear inflammation, soothe the mucous membranes, and strengthen respiratory passages, endorsed by G. P. Weisel and favored by children.
An ordinary electric alarm uses contact points under the bed. The sleeper's weight keeps the contacts closed to form a circuit. When the weight is released the bell keeps ringing until the sleeper removes it and breaks the circuit.
The notice touts low rate tours from Kansas City and St Joseph to Michigan Canada St Lawrence region Atlantic coast Chicago and St Louis. It highlights the Eli fast evening train with chair cars sleepers and dining cars and double daily service to St Louis. It promotes COOL MINNESOTA with 10000 lakes and low excursion trips from Kansas City and St Joseph to St Paul Minneapolis priced around 12.20 and 11.20 respectively.
The Burlington Northern Pacific Express departs Kansas City at 6 10 p m with direct connections to Kan sas City and St Joseph. It is the sole through train and through equipment from these cities to the Northwest territory via the Northern Pacific. A night Denver connection joins the Northwest at Alliance Nebraska. Inquiries to the ticket office at 523 Main Street Kansas City MO or St Louis Mo.
Reduced rates to Denver Salt Lake City and Colorado Springs with multiple return dates in July August and September. Fares around 25 to 26 dollars with specific trip windows including July 11 and August dates. For rates limits and details contact the nearest agent of S Mo Absit GT A St Joseph Mo.
G W Fry of Viola cites personal relief from months of stomach trouble after using Kodoli. A neighbor with dyspepsia also benefited after the recommendation. The ad touts Kodol as a reconstructive tonic that aids digestion and bowel health and urges taking a dose after meals.
The German government plans production of 10,000 greatcoats with fourteen cat skins per coat and an equal number of gloves and gaiters for troops, creating a surplus of cats due to the skin demand.
A reflective excerpt quoting Rev. H. A. Bridgman on life and duty. It asserts life centers on doing or bearing the will of God with a single duty for each moment. The piece emphasizes simplicity amid perceived difficulty.
The Stent Premier James Dunsmuir of Victoria British Columbia rises as the new premier and is noted for a two year tenure in the provincial legislature with no recorded debates on the floor, sparking talk that he may become known as The Silent Premier.
The article observes an average of four employees per senator, with the senate salary list nearing 500 000 dollars annually. Many staffers work less than six months at annual pay, making these positions desirable.
Hon. Lucius N. Littauer of New York writes in strong support of the Dr J Kay Medical Co of Saratoga Springs. He praises the firm for integrity and reliable products and recommends their stomach and liver map treatment sold by druggists.
Special Mates via Wabash Railway offers daily service to summer resorts with stop overs at Niagra Falls. One business day between Kansas City Buffalo New York and Boston. Depart Kansas City 6 15 p m arriving New York 7 30 a m Boston 10 30 a m. Ask your nearest ticket agent to route Via Wabash H ft for timetables berths and information.
The notice warns of chills signaling malaria and promotes Nerbine as a liver stimulant that drives out malarial germs, purifies the blood, and restores health, from A. V. Pease & Co.
Prompted by Nebraska's agricultural promise for 1902 the state fair management in Lincoln plans a five day exhibit September 1 to 5. They aim to demonstrate superiority in staple products and urge families to attend, promising a holiday spectacle long remembered.
The Rock Island Passenger Department issues a detailed up to date wall map measuring three and a half by four feet. Printed in black and yellow on heavy paper, it can be hung for reference. Hotels and public places received large quantities and many requests from patrons were fulfilled.
Milton resident G P Weisel says De Witt's Little Early Risers have carried for years. The vegetable tonic purges and eases liver distress without griping. Scott 531 Highland Ave Milton Ia endorses the product.
A brief sale notice indicates an exterior buggy sale lane in Webster. The readable text is fragmentary, listing an item described as ext buggy and the location Webster with limited context. No dates or organizers are clearly stated.
W H Dibbie of Sioux City Iowa reports his 11 year old son was poisoned by a weed or plant while picnicking. The child rubbed the venom into his eyes and faced possible blindness until a neighbor suggested DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. After two days the boy recovered fully. Beware counterfeit products.
A Good How Medicine Lee's Hog Remedy is made by formula from the Department of Agriculture with added worm powder. It is advertised as pure medicine with no meal or filler, priced at $2.00 for a 2 pound pail. Sold by W W Morse & Co.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.