Unnaturalized Americans Rally For Naturalization Push
The Y M C A secretary Ip Onmsaha spearheaded a drive to naturalize foreign born workers. In the Cudahy packing house he persuaded 141 men to apply for papers, part of a six month wave where over 1000 took first steps toward citizenship in the metropolis. The public debate contrasts the waiting class with the glories of U S citizenship amid wartime anxieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y. M.C. A. Ip Onmsaha
Cudahy
Bee
State Publicity Work and the Need for a Publicity Director
A discussion in the legislature highlights publicity as a specialized industry in promoting state resources. The piece notes varied approaches from chambers and federal bureaus to moving pictures and regional coverage, arguing for a coordinated plan and a state publicity director to allocate resources fairly and maximize results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Conservation and Welfare Commission
Chambers of Commerce
Federal Bureaus of Information and Commissions
Yellowstone
Rocky Mountain National Park
Estes Park
University Inspection Trips to Chicago Visit by Nebr. students
The University of Nebraska engineering department began its annual inspection trip to Chicago with fifty students and four professors. En route they visited Keokuk to view a hydro electric plant and later toured major Chicago firms including the Union Stock Yards. The piece praises such excursions for practical insight, noting gains in agricultural and electrical engineering understanding and the broad educational value of real world study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Engineering Department
University of Nebraska
Chicago
Keokuk
Washington City
Smithonian
Patent Office
Library of Congress
Nebraska University
War Preparations and the Nation's Readiness
The piece notes daily war measures being implemented with precision. It links the national prestige to action and outlines defenses from coast to factory guards, transport, and food conservation. It recalls past naval victories to underscore resolve and domestic unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Table of Nations
Holdrege Auto Show Draws Big Crowd and Enthusiasm
A Holdrege auto show drew about 5000 visitors over four days with a thousand cars parked at peak. Dealers, farmers, and exhibitors packed the event, and organizers announce the showroom will be an annual affair, highlighting progress in design and affordability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holdrege
Garden wisdom and weather dampen early spring mood
The piece notes a damp snow chilling the air and wet ground, contrasting with winter wheat’s tolerance. It. jibes at Easter hats and shoe prices, mocks the idea of permanent teeth, and comments on the love of country and outward displays.
Swat the Dandelion a Patriot's Cautionary Note
A fragmented wartime era humor piece urges drastic home remedies to eradicate dandelions by spring. It blends ad hoc gardening tips with satirical lines about patriotism, doctors, and social mores, ending with a blunt reminder of scarcity and self-reliance. The tone mimics a quirky, era-specific columnist voice.
Secret Service Operative in Town on Monday Evening
Government secret service operative was in town on Monday evening investigating reports of disloyal utterances but no information was secured beyond a few thoughtless remarks. The piece urges loyalty to the flag and notes naturalized citizens can be loyal to both homeland and the United States as preparations to assert rights and protect citizens proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Guardian Sale Notice in Clarkson's Addition Sidney Neb
Notice of guardian Florence Frazey selling Ila Grosvenor minor’s real estate under a Cheyenne County Court order. Auction at 10 a.m. on April 28 1917 at the Sidney courthouse front door for cash. Describes undivided one half interest in Lots 1 and 2, Block 20 Clarkson's Addition Sidney with buildings. sale may involve separate bidders for parts. sale open for one hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guardian
Florence Frazey
Ila Grosvenor
H. M. Grimes
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Na Grosvenor
Court House
Sidney
Clarkson
A. D
Probate Notice to Creditors in Cheyenne County
Creditors of Cicero Allen deceased must present claims to the administratrix for examination and allowance in Cheyenne County Nebraska. Meetings before the county judge on April 25 1917 and October 21 1917 at 10 a m. Four weeks publication begins before April 25 1917. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from March 24 1917.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Cicero Allen
Said County
Telegraph
Notice of Sheriff Sale in Cheyenne County Nebraska
The sheriff will auction a 1916 seven passenger Chandler automobile at 10 00 AM on Tuesday April 10 1917 in front of Aden's saloon Rose and Second streets Sidney Nebraska to satisfy a 1917 judgment obtained by American State Bank against G G Withers plus costs. The sale remains open for one hour. JESSE L SITTON Sheriff. 6-2
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chandler
Aden
Rose and
Second Street
Sidney
Nebraska
Jesse L. Sitton
Farmers Union approves Huntsman elevator project contract
The Farmers Union Co-Operative Association of Huntsman signed with R. M. Van Ness Construction Co. of Omaha to build a Huntsman Elevator, workers already on site. The project aims to handle their own crop next year with a modern facility and hopes for a strong harvest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Union Co-Operative Association of
Huntsman
R. M. van Ness Construction Co
Omaha
Final settlement hearing in Daniel McAleese estate
In Cheyenne County Nebraska County Court on March 27 1917 Judge C P Chambers ordered April 23 1917 at 10 AM set for hearing Reverend James McAleese executor to show cause why final account should be granted and heirship decree. notice to interested parties by three weekly Telegraph publications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Said
C. P. Chambers
Daniel McAleese
James McAleese
Telegraph
Seal
P. Chambers
Notice of Hearing Estate of William K Fulton deceased
Notice is given in Cheyenne County Nebraska that W P Miles filed a petition seeking a decree that William K Fulton died intestate in Illinois with real estate in Cheyenne County. The hearing is set for April 30, 1917, at Sidney Nebraska before the County Judge. The petition names heirs and nonresidents, requests that heirs be decreed owners in fee simple of lands described.
Notice of Estate of Frank Fulton Deceased in Cheyenne County Neb
In the county court of Cheyenne County Nebraska notice is given to heirs creditors and heirs that Frank Fulton died intestate in Mercer County Illinois around January 1 1899 owning an undivided interest in and to the NE and 8% of section 19 township 18 range 50. Margaret Fulton widow is named as heir. A decree barring claims is sought to recognize owners in fee simple of the described real estate. Hearing set for April 30 1917. Dated Sidney Nebraska March 29 1917. County Judge
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William K. Fulton
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
W. P. Miles
Mercer County
Illinois
Jane Fulton
San Rafael
California
Frank Fulton
Wilson C. Fulton
Ilinois
Robert L. Watson
Aledo
Jennie Fulton
Alma Fulton
Edna Fulton
Winois
Ruth Waddell
Charles Waddell
James Waddell
Portland
Oregon
Anne C. Waddell
George Coleman
Archie Coleman
Mary Coleman
Blanche Coleman
Mabel Coleman
Sioux City
Iowa
Grinnell
Sidney
Seal
P. Chambers
Margaret Fulton
Co. P. Chambers
Nebraska State Bank incorporation in Sidney Nebraska
Articles of incorporation declare Nebraska State Bank formed in Sidney Cheyenne County with $25,000 capital stock and a June 15 1916 start date. Board of directors of 3 to 5 members to be elected yearly. officers include president and secretary with cashier. Notarization dated May 31 1916 in Kimball County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Nebraska State Bank
Sidney
Cheyenne
State Banking Board
Board of Directors
F. M. Woolridge
M. L. Woolridge
H. V. Woolridge
M. Wooldridge
M. L. Wooldridge
H. V. Wooldridge
Kimball County
F. M. Wooldridge
M. N. Wooldridge
Kimball
F. J. Bellows
Nebraska State Bank of
Notice of Hearing on Petition for Determination of Heirship
Estate No 109 of Charlies Burmeister deceased in Cheyenne County Nebraska Court. Christopher E Weyerts filed petition alleging Charles Burmeister died intestate in California Missouri around October 1 1900. He owned SE quarter section 22 township 16 range 48. Heirs listed Sophia Burmeister Karl Burmeister Cornelia Oesterly Charles Oesterly Lewisa Burmetater. Hearing set for April 30 1917 at Sidney Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies Burexeister
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Christopher E. Weyerts
Charles Burmeister
California
Missouri
Sophia Burmeister
Karl Burmeister
Cornelia Oesterly
Charles Oesterly
Lewisa Burmetater
Sidney
Seal
P. Chambers
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Sampson
Schley
Cuban
Dewey
Manila Bay
Latin America
America
Beauty
W. Chambers
Mer
American State Bank
G. G. Withers
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