25 Apr 1908
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1908
Page
1
Community news notes land sales and visits in Fremont area. Mark M. Coad of Fremont visited Sunday. Several residents travel to Denver and intrastate trips noted. A Bryan club forms with Haskell chairing and Daugherty as secretary, meeting April 27.
Captain Brown announces the nine will begin on May 2 with a home game on the Sidney diamond as part of a federation event that is expected to draw a large crowd. Charlie Epps, recently based in Tacoma, is visiting and may stay indefinitely, while local shops advertise home furnishings from Fishman’s.
Married at the bride’s home on Easter Sunday Reverend Corbett officiated using Episcopal ring service. Only immediate families attended with a post ceremony collation. Maynard W. Osborn, son of Charley Osborn, and Winifred E. Bixby, daughter of S. C. Bixby, plan to reside in Sidney where the groom works with Osborn Bros. and Mann.
On Wednesday April 15 two youths, Emory Shroyer and Rena Cradit, eloped to Alliance and married. They returned Friday and have since received congratulations from friends, as reported by the Telegraphs.
Jim Rodman, a Sidney native now at the state university, is selected as a pitcher on the Cornhuskers baseball squad. He and two teammates will tour several states beginning in May to defend pennants, then may return to Sidney to aid the home team.
A witty column notes the male church attendance bias with the merry widow hat as a reason men stay home. An Illinois minister criticizes women for backsliding men if they cling to hats, lampooning male virtue versus female influence.
The G A R is drafting a program for Memorial Sunday and Decoration day with plans to observe Memorial Day in proper form.
A local advertisement showcases Fishman's mat tings and linoleums promising an elegant home finish. It highlights durable flooring options and installation services for kitchens halls and living spaces. Customers are urged to visit the store for samples and estimates.
The new livery barn is a large complete facility replacing old barracks. It features twenty four double stalls with windows, carriage spaces, a private well lighted office for Mr. Mitchell, a model feed and harness room, a generous hay mow, and a painted roof. An east sunny lot provides horse exercise space. Patrons will find up-to-date services and see Mr Mitchell's advertisement.
The Telegraph prints a letter from J Parke now commanding a battalion at Celia Pa. He reports it the hottest place on earth and sends regards to early citizens of Sidney. He recalls halcyon days when Indians and highwaymen plagued the town and notes defenders promised safer nights for residents.
J C Hudson of Sumner Post G A R receives praise from Brad P Cook state patriot instructor for Sidney teachers and pupils loyalty to veterans. March 20 activities suspended work at 2 pm as veterans spoke in rooms and sang together. letter urges boys and girls toward higher education and careful patriotism.
Tonight the dramatic comedy The Moonshiner's Daughter opens with a strong cast from several prominent companies. The play, based on a popular novel, promises balanced performances and sensational climaxes, offering popular prices for the audience.
In last week's commissioners proceedings a typographical error listed a claim to May Ruth Ingraham as $1410 instead of $4.10. The error is acknowledged, no damage occurred, and we apologize for the misstatement.
Readable text advertises Carpets and rugs at Fishiman's designed to suit fastidious tastes. The line implies a broad selection aimed at discerning buyers seeking quality home decor.
Foreman Crandall oversees bridges in the vicinity as Burlington No 802 ran six hours late Thursday morning after cars blew out on the main line at Minto siding. Several personnel changes and personal news follow, including Devine on sick leave and a 6-pound boy born to P. J. McIntyre.
Ed Elgar, Russell Dedrich entertained forty guests on Saturday April 18 at uncle F. B. Tobin’s home. Mrs. Tobin and Mrs. Dedrich planned the event with Easter novelties, seven course supper, and Balduff’s creams in egg shell rabbits. Misses Corbett, McIntosh, Dedrich assisted at doors and tables. Prizes went to Hazel Oberfelder, Mona Corbett, Grace King, Clark Fuller, Edd Griffith, and William Hudson.
The Village Board met Monday night in a special session with all members and clerk Leslie Neubauer. Pallott boxes were opened and votes canvassed. Henry Redington Dr. L G Simon and Louis Wasem had the highest votes and were declared elected to short and two year terms respectively.
The Witches of Endor rode their broomsticks all night Thursday causing havoc. They battered at windows and storms at doors as fences were damaged and loose boards flew about. The nearby magonic hall cellar caved in and rain left streets flooded.
Dan McKee promotes his firm's interests Friday praising Fishman bargains and catalogues. He claims a clear unruffled conscience and says he did not hear Thursday night's storm as he stayed deep in slumber. Customers are urged to bring their catalogues for interpretation.
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