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Newspaper
The Fairbury News
Location
Fairbury, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1908
Page
4
A noisy political scene in Nebraska centers on Colonel Bryan and the 34th district. The text notes many “Chau tauquas” and comments on Carrie Nation, jail, and Arkansas methods. It ends with a claim that Bryan will dictate the Democratic nomination at Denver and pick the best man.
The democratic press of the country is deeply incensed over Taft's Decoration day remarks. The Secretary never did have much of a faculty for pleasing the democrats.
The Banner announces Daykin's new paper edited and published by E. E. Stansberry, aiming to fill a long felt want with a quality local edition.
The census bureau notes there are 1 240 000 bachelors in the country. The remark references Mrs Gunness as a peer of those who might grow discouraged in such contemplation.
A discussion notes that a well run gas plant could light the city for about one third the current cost. The speaker cites Beatrice and other towns already using this system and argues it can be done locally.
The Sun campaigns for a new opera house in Beatrice. Discussion touches on county Democrats receiving funds and possible improved train service to Fairbury if Marvin fails.
The president has shown a strong appetite for big game after frequent encounters with Harriman Hill and Rockefeller. He announced an intention to travel to Africa for a yearlong hunt immediately after relinquishing his duties.
The Chicago Tribune recounts the early spark that led to animated pictures. It mentions how audiences once watched living actors captured in frames and how the idea of motion on canvas emerged from those experiments.
In 1825 John Herschel proposed showing both sides of a coin at once by spinning it for a guest. Charles Babbage used the idea to craft a disc with a bird on one side and an empty cage on the other. When revolved the illusion showed a bird in a cage, a precursor to moving pictures. Mybridge later made similar animal motion studies in 1877.
The long discussion tracks the ship subsidy fight in Congress, Hinshaw's opposition, and threats against him. It notes impact on Nebraska voters and a broader campaign, with remarks on Bryan, party loyalty, and credit use guidance for readers.
The Hastings Republican criticizes Senator La Follette for using filibuster tactics to block a currency bill. It argues he should oppose the measure openly if opposed, rather than employing delaying maneuvers.
A poem riffs on civic duty and resilience, urging a bold march against weeds. It juxtaposes vigilance with comic misfortune and notes a street committee effort amid a flood and hillside eccentricities.
Deacon Highstraw explains monthly bill calls and urges John to disclose any small debts. He offers money to settle them with repayment expected, warning against delaying payment and stressing credit as a young man’s key asset alongside character. He cautions that delaying is risky and a poor mindset.
Residents are urged to visit a nearby shoe center for cleaning and restoration services. The notice promises to restore white canvas and silk shoes, refresh tan and black footwear, with a May 1 call at home within blocks of the square.
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