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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1914
Page
7
Mr Briggs forgives his wife after she returns from Florida admitting she posed as a widow. She explains the deception aimed at Johnny to ensure he enjoyed himself. He acknowledges her action but scolds her gently while noting Johnny benefited from the kindness of many men.
A quote juxtaposes a tired business man with a former theatergoer who stopped attending because the plays themselves tired him. The exchange hints at burnout and the nature of theatrical works.
Grocers advertise Red Cross Ball Blue stating it makes laundress happy and clothes whiter than snow, highlighting its availability at all good grocers.
A succinct proverb-like line notes that many men pursue ambitious plans funded by someone else’s capital, highlighting reliance on external financial backing for enterprise and risk.
Even in heat some diners add hot dressing to salad surprising taste buds. The note highlights unusual serving style and common kitchen experiments.
A Duluth after dinner speech mocks domestic roles with a joke about gardening. Jerome S. McWade quips that when wives stay away men are in trouble and a doctor prescribes gardening as cure, the man counters that roof gardening caused his illness.
An Atlantic City pier scene features a Civil War veteran recalling General Sickles. He praises his courage and theatricality and recounts a tragic episode involving his wife. He cites a remark Sickles made at an army reunion warning about undervaluing wives.
A Washington family head is approached by his soon-to-be adult son who declares an intention to pursue art. The father replies with a cautious caveat that he has no objection provided the son does not draw on him.
A light note suggests a man can still enjoy a skate without indulging in iced beverages, contrasting social expectations with practical ease.
Fragmentary line suggests a proverb about deception and facial hair. No identifiable people places organizations or events are readable for a factual summary.
An automobile carrying five Lyons men overturned in a ditch five miles northwest of Fremont Nebraska after a rear tire burst at about thirty miles per hour. Two men, Frank Deman and Robert Freeman, suffered serious injuries including chest trauma and multiple broken ribs. Three other occupants Willis Smith Loren Southwell and Hjalmar Larson escaped with minor bruises. Larson was thrown thirty feet but not seriously hurt.
O H Durand commander of the Nebraska G A R proposes an experimental travel arrangement for members to attend the Detroit encampment August 31 to September 5. Participants will travel to Chicago by any chosen railroad, depart Nebrask a August 30 evening, arrive Chicago August 31 morning, then join an official train at Chicago to Detroit by evening.
The second filing for chief justice under the nonpartisan judiciary law has been made by Chief Justice M B Reese. The petition lists about 8 400 names from 75 counties, led by Douglas county with nearly 1 000 signatures. Clay county sends a 186 name petition from H C Palmer, the first to file for the office. Democrats including W H Thompson of Grand Island and I L Albert of Columbus sign the petition.
The Negro Woman's Christian Association at 1920 North Thirty-fourth Street Omaha filed articles of incorporation with the secretary of state. Its object is to assist persons in need and foster benevolence and uplift among members. Open to all adults who pay dues and maintain good behavior. Incorporators are Martha Smith Jane Duncan Florence Riggs Eva Walker Pinkie Osborne and Anna Bowler.
The state railway commission allows a $2,000,000 issue of 5 percent bonds to finance land purchase near Omaha Union depot and related buildings trackage and terminal facilities. The bonds may be sold at 90 cents on the dollar and run thirty years.
The state board of control visited Hastings Grand Island and Kearney state institutions. At Kearney seventy acres of wheat were severely damaged by a hail storm with forty more acres of oats injured though less severely. The wheat is expected to yield over a third of normal. Forty acres of sugar beets and potatoes at the same institution are in good condition with potatoes promising a large crop.
Agricultural statistics from Hall, Red Willow, Sarpy and Polk counties show corn acreage decreased 10 percent from last year. State board figures indicate wheat acreage up 15 percent and alfalfa acreage expected to rise substantially.
The county reports a rise in assessed property value with $1,585,008 taxable in the county compared with $1,397,566 the previous year. Only a few counties have reverted and overall valuation shows little change for taxation purposes.
The state railway commission will ask the Interstate Commerce Commission to suspend a proposed rule that would limit railroad liability for perishable freight. The roads favor the current rule, which imposes little duty on carriers during transit or after delivery and requires only reasonable dispatch.
About 200 women are expected to enter the contest offering opportunities for female athletes to appear. The event emphasizes participation and competitive inclusion in regional sports activities.
State Pharmaceutical association meeting at Grand Island June 23 24 and 25. Nebraska State Rural Mail Carriers association at Lincoln July 4. Missouri Valley Veterinary association at Omaha July 6 7 and 8. Annual Race Meet at West Point July 14 15 and 16. International Association of Sheriffs at Lincoln July 21 22 and 23. National Tested Sokol meet in Omaha July 21 to 27. Bull Moose state convention at Lincoln July 28. State Tennis tournament at Wayne August 4 5 6 7 8.
Omaha hosts the national championships of the Telted Sokol from July 21 to 27 with over 200 women and more than 600 athletes competing. New York City and Chicago send large delegations, while Nebraska cities provide strong turnout for both athletics and the convention. A monster parade on Saturday is planned with at least 10 000 Bohemians in line. attendance may reach about 7 500 for the convention.
The Alliance stockmen's convention closed as the most successful in the association’s history. John W. Guthrie and WV. D. Fisher led the new Alliance Commercial Club in arranging meals and entertainment. Earl Puryear and Harry Lup of Denver drew a crowd in a boxing match that ended in a twelve round draw. Dwight Zediker won the relay. R. M. Weidenhamer took the motorcycle race. Governor Morehead and Fire Marshal Ridgell led a traveling parade with floats from local businesses.
Esther L. Stock of Kearney Nebraska becomes the first woman in Buffalo county to file for the office of registrar of deeds. Seven others had already announced for the nomination. She publishes a Businessmen's Bulletin and has broad local and county business ties.
Farmers in Table Rock Nebraska report wheat harvests underway with several fields already gathered. The grain is of fine quality and yields are estimated at thirty to forty bushels per acre this week.
In Hemingford Nebraska residents report a new method to exterminate prairie dogs. Joel Sheldon living east of town runs a car into a pasture infested with prairie dogs, attaches a nose piece to the exhaust, inserts the hose into each hole, and fills the hole with dirt. After two minutes of engine operation the dogs are killed with no further treatment needed.
Miss Jeannette Gilder critiques a mustache cup exhibit in New York calling for a spiritual bad taste show. She jokes the fortune hunter from America's oldest family seeks a wealthy western bride, while his poor mother weighs the match and qualities of the potential bride.
Sarah Shaffer a thirteen year old from Los Angeles earned praise as a makeshift nurse when her five year old sister Maybelle shattered her elbow. Dr Edward G Wiley guided the splint over the phone as the ambulance rushed to the Shaffer home.
A Chicago critic jokes about Bob Hilliard winning a wealthy girl and recalls his dapper style. He notes Hilliard's long cigarette tube, claimed by the actor as a doctor ordered him to avoid tobacco.
In 1911 a five year old girl in Maurice Iowa suffered a ringworm like eruption on her lip and cheek with watery blisters. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment as directed she improved gradually and was fully cured within months. The advertisement claims worldwide sales and offers free samples and a Skin Book from Cuticura Dept L Boston.
Short, humorous domestic exchange between a wife asking if love remains and a husband replying he loves her when he reads the paper, reflecting a lighthearted home moment.
The exchange shows one speaker admitting no systematic method to solving puzzles, describing the process as guesswork rather than a structured approach. The other confirms improvised tactics without a clear framework.
Puck pokes fun at Abner Appledry Green saying he lacks pride and independence. The cartoon voice compares him to a rabbit and notes he never asserts his rights on a streetcar.
Two men watch a strange man near a lamp post as Crawford wonders about his behavior. Crabshaw recalls a past view of drunken dancing while suggesting a newer possibility. The Judge remarks on the scene.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a marine remedy for weak eyes and watery joys. It references an eye comfort product with eyelids and no smarting, linked to a Chicago office and a book of health lore.
A maxim suggests honesty is superior to wealth, yet no man must be barred from achieving both success and integrity. The saying frames virtue and fortune as compatible goals.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Red Cross Ball Blue for bright white clothes and notes it is available at all good grocers.
The phrase signals abundance not limited to agrarian workers. It reflects a broader cultural value of bounty across society, suggesting prosperity and generosity beyond traditional labor roles.
Kansas City Missouri reader Mrs H T Winn says doctors warned she could not bear children yet after using Lydia E Pinkhams Vegetable Compound she became healthy and gave birth to two daughters. She credits the remedy for relief from monthly pains and improved health.
Mrs Charliz Bagley of Cumming Georgia writes she suffered severe digestive pain and insomnia until Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound eased her symptoms. She credits the product with restoring appetite sleep and energy enabling her to walk longer distances. She invites others to trial the remedy.
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