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Newspaper
The Jansen News
Location
Jansen, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1925
Page
4
Temperature rose on Sunday causing thawing of snow that had lain for more than three weeks. Snow disappeared more slowly in rural areas, while towns saw water accumulation in streets due to sheltering buildings.
The 44th Nebraska Legislature convened with 33 senators and 100 representatives. House members include 60 Republicans and 38 Democrats or Progressives, while the Senate comprises 27 Republicans and 6 Democrats.
Thirteen years after two Oklahoma youths were arrested in Washington for climbing a statue at Union Station to gain a better view of the Capitol Wayne Bayless emerges as a winner in the congressional race. He will enter the city with a dignified reception, reflecting on past misadventure.
The Department of Agriculture places the 1924 cash value of farm crops at 9 479 902 000 with 1923 market value about 763 million lower. Acreage in 1924 trails 1928 by about 20 million. Corn notes lower production but higher value, totaling 2 405 486 000 for crops in 1924. Beatrice Daily Sun reports Frank Penner and Mrs. Penner will move into the Gov McMullen residence in Beatrice as the McMullens leave for Lincoln. Penner previously headed the Peter Jansen ranch and returns to the former Jansen home.
The Paul J. Rainey Wildlife Sanctuary a 26000 acre coastal tract off Louisiana given to the Audubon Society by Mrs Grace Rainey Rogers sister of the late Paul J Rainey is administered by the Bureau of Biological Survey and endowed to honor the late naturalist whose work protected otter and other species.
Mr and Mrs Peter Fast and family return home by train for New Year. Marie stays to care for sick sister Mrs Schirling and her baby girl. Sunday School re elects officers with J P Fast as Superintendent and several teachers and a choir leader named. Local farming losses reported and numerous visits and radio evenings noted. Snow abundance with mild spells and community gatherings at churches and homes. Garden City Kansas News details social and school events across several families, with travel to Paxton and Elsie for coal and mail.
A historical note credits Arab culture with early respect and careful treatment of horses. It claims tablets record horse lineages back to pharaonic times and describes how kindness, companionship, and training fostered bravery and obedience in Arab horses.
A Nature Magazine report notes almonds in the United States are mainly grown in California. The article mentions that 98 percent of U S almonds come from the state and discusses how climate extremes affect growth, with photos showing an orchard in snow in February and blooming by late February. It also notes cross-pertilization issues and suggests growers use alternating rows of different shell varieties to improve yields.
The text recalls how 1849 gold seekers faced varied fates as many bypassed fortunes in California. Some wandered through southern Mexico and Panama while others followed routes near the Winding Snake River, later discovering richer prospects beyond their feet.
State of Nebraska county of Jefferson. I T Fast cashier swear the statement is a correct copy of the report made to the State Banking Board. The balance sheet shows resources including loans and discounts 116629.8 and other items such as capital stock and deposits in a format typical of early 20th century bank disclosures.
First published December 25 1924 and last published January 185 estate details listed with Louis J Nutzman as county judge and Denney and Dermey as attorneys for the estate.
An old advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for constipation and digestive issues. It claims many have achieved wonderful results and urges readers to try before it's too late.
A note recommends the Hinedin Maid brand brett labeled by Prieten as a higher quality option. It suggests trying the product for a more délicious flavor.
Roland Wiebe lists surplus household items for private sale due to moving into Mrs. Jacob Brandt's residence. Items include dining room table and chairs, buffet, two rugs, kitchen set, bed and springs, base burner, library table, chiffonier, Princess dresser, wash tubs, and 48 fruit jars.
The article contrasts food norms with snails as a potential London delicacy while noting British indifference to shellfish, eel popularity in England, eel aversion in Scotland, and rabbits treated as vermin in parts of America and Australia. It discusses regional likes and dislikes for mussels winkles swede turnips and turnip tops.
Free large coaster wagon best made Scooter large walking talking doll that can sleep a beautiful apron kodak etc See them at P. M. Friesen.
Dan C. Brandt left Sunday evening for Hillsboro Kansas. He is said to have abandoned plans to locate in Minnesota and is now believed to be considering locating in Kansas. The note mentions high grade premiums and bread under the slogan Start a Club by P. M. Friesen.
Miss Emma Glebe visits Fremont Nebraska returning Saturday from holidays spent with her parents near Jansen. She serves as Supervisor of Penmanship in Fremont schools.
Unconfirmed chatter from last week about William Germer a former Jansen resident now in Plymouth marrying Anna Strabe gains footing only after the Fairbury Journal reports the marriage license record. The notice ties the couple to Plymouth and confirms the marriage filing exists.
Beatrice audiences praise the Barter Players as the best dramatic and musical act in years. The group performs at the Community Hall on Thursday, January 8, promising a varied program.
The new year opens under milder conditions than those of the previous three weeks. December records from the weather bureau show more sub-zero days than the state average for the month.
The article reports 1923 manufacturing values for confectionery over 1,000,000 dollars daily and ice cream over 700,000 dollars daily, totaling about 2,000 dollars per minute in output. This reflects the era's industrial scale and consumer demand.
A garbled diary-like fragment shows a speaker scolding an animal with a milky wish and a muttered complaint. The text references a pensive goat and a-pempa like clash, conveying surreal, unclear action.
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