25 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1913
Page
1
The Potter Publishing Syndicate sells the Review to Lt. Jones who will edit the paper henceforth. Jones, described as energetic and capable, purchases the office this week and aims to improve town progress and interests. The former editor will stay for a month before leaving.
The Review office moved from the Olson building to the Johnson building formerly the old school. Renters scarce, owner’s plan prompted the switch. Office promises a nicer, well lit space with clean rooms and good finish. Possession is three fourths maintenance, thanks given to Mr Jolson.
C J Stevens of Arnold has arrived to run a barber shop, buying out Campbell and moving into the Johnson building one door east of Dr. Ames' office. The Review wishes him prosperity in his trade.
FP VanTrump completed a 400 foot deep well on Frank Dorn's North of town place. The well yields 200 feet of water, promising ample supply for local needs and future use.
A perspective from eastern readers notes farmers in Wisten Nebraska are well off, with many improving their properties, adding windmills, barns, fences, and electrical systems. About one in five farmers own an automobile, and some homes have city-grade comforts. G W Stone and his family moved into the Johnson flats, he works second shift at the depot.
Two frames at the local diamond last Sunday afternoon feature a Dix win over Herdon by 10 to 9 after an unclear stretch in the eleventh inning. Dix credited Clausen and M. Talbert as batteries with Herdon’s lineup including H Walsh Anderson and J Walsh.
The note discusses building a Carnegie library in Sidney with costs around 6000 to 7000 dollars and a three mill tax for Sidney residents. It suggests Potter also receive a library, mentions a local donor, Malcom Anderson and family, who traveled from Cambridge Illinois to visit Oscar Anderson, and remarks on regional growth since 17 years ago with plans to return next week.
Potter Hald's Dray and Transfer Line operates with careful moving of furniture and household effects. Office at a blacksmith shop. Offers quick service for all kinds of hauling tasks.
In Pleasant View after nearly five inches of rain the community reports changes in grain appearance and ongoing farming work by George Ticks and Wil Gutling. A Saturday dance at Herniah Shubarth’s drew a good crowd, while Evan Stines and families berryed and picnicked by the creek on Sunday. A men versus boys ball game at Goding’s provided amusement, ending in a nine inning windup, with batteries listed for both sides. Next Sunday the men plan a game with Stacy nine at Godings. Roy MacAdam handled road grading toward Ash Grove schoolhouse and Henry Schrear hauled cattle in Potter. Evan Stines also hauled cement for his new project.
Mr Potter talks with an advance agent for a concert company about a suitable venue. He says he will soon build a new hall to host the concert, implying plans for a future performance and a dedicated space.
A trimmed OCR item notes a twenty year timeline and an advance agent for a concert company proposing a new hall. It mentions 22 percent stake and references Tate or Tete in relation to the project. Details are fragmentary but indicate a development of a new concert hall.
Forty years later Mr Potter in frail health speaks with an advance agent for a concert company about arranging a tour and reflecting on past performances and current plans.
Fifty years after the event an advance agent for a concert company works through theSid ney depot detailing logistics and venue preparation for a forthcoming engagement.
A Burg suffered a dislocated vile from the backbone after jumping from a buggy when an auto caused the horse to back up and break the shafts. Mrs Christensen drove the buggy. Burg clung to the side and was injured. Dr. Ames attended. They traveled from Dix to Potter. The week featured many touring cars including Ocean to Ocean types. one car averages about 400 miles daily Detroit to Denver.
The hardest rain in years fell Thursday causing hay crop losses along the creek and high Pumpkin Creek with several bridges washed out. Hail damaged crops but gains expected to offset losses. lightning struck a chimney at O H Hensen’s home. Grand mother Gilman improved after illness. O Fr Hensen and family visiting Potter. A social dance occurred at Mr Wellstead’s on the Old Fowler place with a large crowd. Roy Muhr repairing the telephone line. P P Waitman and Sherman Gilman had horses killed by lightning.
Potter residents ask why growth stalls and urge focus on quality over quantity. They cite lack of a progressive mayoral leader, limited time for office duties, and no rental buildings as barriers. Propose housing built by local merchants to attract newcomers.
Andrew Mac Adam suffered a basilar brain injury in a hay rake runaway and died after midnight. Christian Nelson of Dannebrog, uncle of Peter Hansen, is mourned. Denver newspaper man J P Lewis, with a posse including officers and gunmen, seeks Sol Faust after a Dix incident.
Potter State Bank advertises loans of up to $80,000 on real estate first mortgages. Encourages early applications and invites inquiries by telephone.
Otto Burg of Sextorp received a 50 ton 12 by 20 wood stave silo from Indiana on Monday. It is believed to be Potter’s first shipped silo into town. Burg says farmers see potential but some doubt usefulness. many plan to buy soon after examining eastern experiences. He notes pronounced benefits and hopes more farmers will adopt.
A printer offers future work in six months with orders before August 15 and prices right or made right. The piece recalls a prank where a horse appeared to mist the Review office like a smith shop, and locksmith L Splitbart installs a hopper on the Nelson elevator.
Summer is best to sell old roosters for higher prices while saving feed. Keep nests clean and gather eggs daily in cool weather, twice daily in heat. Do not wash eggs. avoid sun and strong odors, and market often. Do not sell stolen or bad eggs. follow Pure Food Laws. Circular by the Mont Creamery Company.
Sunday School at 10 a m and Worship at 11 a m invites non affiliated worshippers to join at Martin P Mortensen, Pastor, church for regular services.
Porter Camp No 400 Woodmen of the World holds meetings on the first and third Fridays each month. H. P. Petersen serves as Clerk, Peter Hansen as C. C.
A union meeting is planned for next Sunday evening at the Methodist church. Members are invited to attend and participate in the gathering.
Catholic church services are held in the hall every fourth Saturday at 10 a.m. Additional announcements will be made from time to time.
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