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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1890
Page
1
Grain and feed prospectus proclaims lower costs and improved results. The ad touts Grey Pure Patent flour and associated bakers’ products, highlighting Minnesota feed lines and pricing in dollars.
Grocers propose selling this year if prices and quality improve. Our dried fruit is large and of good value despite low prices.
Dry Goods sale announces fresh spring stock selected from leading Chicago and New York houses. Prices entice quick purchases as new season inventory arrives. shoppers urged to inspect stock before buying.
Brief ad notes Wee agents for Selz Schwab Boots and Shoes offering salinetion each time. The message claims consistent salinetion and sales across locations.
The April 2 meeting at the court house opened with President Jenner presiding and Secretary Ickes present. Treasurer Lee reported receipts from former treasurer and various funds, noting overall balance and debt status. officers were unanimously reelected and board members chosen to fill vacancies. Community notes follow, including obituaries, local business updates, railroad chatter, village board actions, church notices, a minor fire, and a theater entertainment preview.
News of the week reports J. H. Robison known as the Stone Cutter was judged insane by a local examining board and moved to Norfolk. He showed eccentric behavior including night stone cutting by lantern and grandiose construction plans. Sheriff took him to Norfolk after a verdict, with community friends hoping for speedy recovery. The article also notes incest charges against John F Lafferty, a quiet village election, church notices, an Easter program, and a promising colt named Fashion entering training.
The ticket featuring A. Pease, Robert Shuman, C P fssig, H McFiadden and Jo I Phoelecke received many enthusiastic seconds. On ballot, no dissenting voice. J T Phoelecke and IL McFadden declined speeches, preferring work. The meeting adjourned with high approval as the shortest canons on record dispersed.
Yesterday was pay day at the post. Lieut Parke and Lieut McFarland are noted with units in Franklin Kentucky and G Company respectively. Privates Kasshemmer and Hing receive mentions for promotions and medical movements. A general court martial with Col Poland presiding convenes over Kennedy and Murray. Endorsed notices include ball arrangements, post advertisements, and a letter excerpt about medical remedies and local business.
Town notes from Cheyenne County and Colton area during 1890s report local events. Gossip on sermons, farming, school, and store development as communities prepare for spring. Mentions Rev Cooley, Govenor vindication claims, farm safety, and local transport changes.
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