Nebraska Notes highlights from towns and events across the state
Nebraska notes report on sleighing conditions in many towns, plans for a canning factory in Columbus, a gasoline lamp explosion injuring Co F Collins of Dunbar, and a Sudden death of Rev William Hircock of Cliff Table. Other items include new cabinet for Unadilla postmistress Catherine Butt, Norfolk saloons closing at 11, Madison ice harvest, Old settlers in Onoe County totaling 503 years, Hartington electric light plant plans, Madison County Agricultural Society meeting, bankruptcies, new engine house at Ord, guitar-? Notable incidents mention a two year old losing fingers, a diamond earring loss at Lincoln, hog barn construction by George Conrad, hog thieves bound over, Norfolk Elks lodge setup, a Callaway Loup Valley railway bond election, and zinc lead mining in Madison County.
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Nebraska
Hastings
Columbus
F. Collins
Dunbar
William Hircock
Cliff Table
Custer County
Frenzied lynching in Leavenworth burns arrested killer
A mob seized Fred Alexander after a sheriff transfer and burned him at the stake near the Forbes murder site. About 8000 witnessed the lynching as railroad irons formed a makeshift stake on Lawrence Avenue near the Santa Fe track. John Forbes confronted the suspect before the burning, declaring his daughter's killer, but Alexander maintained innocence.
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Leavenworth, Kas
Fred Alexander
Alexander
Forbes
Lawrence Avenue
Santa Fe
Spruce Street
John Forbes
Mr. Forbes
Peruna Endorsements From Greensboro Church Leaders
Prominent Greensboro Georgia figures including Rev E G Smith and elder M J Rossman endorse Peruna medicine. Smith reports his family’s catarrh and bowel trouble improved after two bottles, calling Peruna nearly a specific for that malady. Rossman credits Peruna with kidney catarrh relief and renewed health. The notice invites readers to write to Dr Hartman for free advice.
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Presbyterian Church
E. G. Smith
G. Smith
M. J. Rossman
Greensboro
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
Hartman
Dr. Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Governor condemns Leavenworth lynching and calls for penalties
Governor Stanley denounces the Leavenworth lynching linking it to the death penalty in Kansas. He blames Sheriff Everhardy for not preventing the event despite militia availability, and questions the penitentiary warden’s role. The governor offers $500 for the apprehension of those involved, as the state faces lasting shame over the incident.
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Stanley
Leavenworth
Kansas
Penitentiary
Alexander
Avenegro
Kanhas
Half-Width Pianos Made for Young Learners in Germany
Doctors warn that wide piano keys can injure children's finger muscles when learning. German manufacturers respond by making pianos with half the usual key width to prevent permanent strain during early practice.
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Germany
Geneva Tablets Promoted by Midwest Drug Firms
An advertisement promises Geneva tablets guaranteed by Kidd Drug Co of Elgin Iowa to cure inflammations of the urinary system with internal use and injection. It offers mail orders at 8 per unit or 2 for 1, with wholesale via J R Hurlburee in Iowa and listings for Riggs in Lincoln and Myers Drug Co in Omaha Nebraska.
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Geneva
Kidd Drug Co
Elgin
J. R. Hurlburee
Iowa
Riggs
O Street
Lincoln
Myers Drug Co
Omaha
Neb
Reverent Turkish Manners Highlight Maternal Respect
A description notes cultural respect in Turkey as men show deep deference to their mothers. The piece emphasizes standing near her until invited to sit, illustrating lifelong reverence in social conduct.
Complexion Purified Blood Report Emerges
A terse medical note states that the subject's complexion has been purified after a blood purification procedure. Details remain sparse as the report focuses on the claimed outcome rather than methods or individuals involved.
Ten Years of Tornado Losses in Missouri
Missouri has endured $15,000,000 in tornado-related losses since 1990. The figure reflects long term damage across communities, prompting renewed emphasis on preparedness and mitigation.
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Missouri
Cure a Cold in One Day Advertisement
A compact old time remedy ad promises cure for a cold in one day. It mentions a groggiate retuna money and a Grove's signature on the box, with a price of five cents.
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Grove
No Ancestors Doomed Adam to Society Snubs
Some society snobs doubtless pity Adam because he had no ancestors. Adversity is often a blessing in disguise.
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Adam
Light in Sugar Production Drives Plant Sugar Content
Studies show direct sunshine directly affects sugar levels in the plant, with higher light exposure increasing sugar content and aiding production efficiency.
Allen's Foot-Ease advertised cure for foot ailments
A vintage advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for swollen burning sweating feet corns and bunions and claims frost bites and chilblains are relieved. The copy urges readers to ask for the product and implies wide distribution.
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Allen
Ris Teeth Were Dumb Doctor-Did Your Teeth Chatter Story
A lighthearted exchange from the Boston Journal notes a patient answering with humor about teeth on the table during a chill. The witty line contrasts patient calmness with the doctor’s clinical setting.
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Ris
Boston Journal
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Nebraska Notes
Catherine Butt
Unadilla
Norfolk
Patrick Dumphy
Grand Island
St. Francis Hospital
Auburn Council
Madison
Onoe County
Hartington
The
Madison County Agricultural Society
Frank Kraft
Chris Kraft
Brock
West
Henry A. Stephens
Webster
Loup Valley Grain Company
Ord
John Waldridge
Frenchman Creek
Vic Walker
George Conrad
Nehawka
Henry Haverkemp
Burr
Lovelace
Speed
Hale
Battle Creek
Elks Lodge
Logan County
Callaway, Loup Valley & Northern Railway
Gandy
Arnold
Loup County
Richard Zine & Lead Mining Company
Mant Ness
Peruna
Ffilea
First Presbyterian Church of
Greensboro, Ga
Tramudot
Thompson
Piso
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