11 Mar 1898
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Newspaper
The Jefferson County Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1898
Page
1
A collage of quotes on farming profits and dating pensions contrasts with humorous and skeptical reads. The Beaver City Tribune notes war anxiety, draft ideas, and social satire, including lines on pension rules, slang, and civilian attitudes toward conflict.
An Ocean voyage record notes the White Star line Teutonic returning to port after six days and fourteen hours of relentless seas. Passengers faced hourly peril in bunk, while steerage dwellers endured in crowded, stifling quarters. The piece criticizes voters sending "chumps" to lawmaking bodies and blames incompetent legislators for flawed laws.
A report claims 68 percent of Spain’s population cannot read or write, marking the nation as the globe’s highest illiteracy rate. The statistic highlights widespread educational gaps and potential social impacts.
The article argues U S military strength lies in a large pool of men of military age and a well trained militia. It notes 114000 militia and 18000 New York militia volunteers ready for field duty, praising intelligence and patriotism of militiamen compared to European drafts.
The Daily News cites Bet urging men to form a drilled militia ready to serve as a sufficient army for any Cuban island need. The suggestion frames a local mobilization as an immediate national security measure and political stance.
Alternate Sunday services at 11 00 AM and Sunday evenings at 7 30 PM with Sunday School and prayer meetings. A B Grossman pastor invites gentlemen and ladies to travel for a response to an established house in Nebraska. Monthly pay 65.00 plus expenses. Reference and self addressed stamp envelope. The Dominion Company Dept Y Chicago 28 41 Wy.
A simple recruitment ad seeks trustworthy active gentlemen or ladies to travel for a responsible, established house in Nebraska. Offers monthly pay of $65.00 plus expenses and a steady position. Refer The Dominion Company Dept. Y Chicago.
J. P. Lichty promotes hauling at low prices with ten cent trunk trips to the depot or across town. Also advertises positions for polite, active travelers for The Dominion Company with monthly pay.
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