British Forces Push East in Champagne Front
Reports from Paris say fighting has spread east in the Champagne region as British troops advance from Gouzencourt toward Gonnelieu near Cambrai. French gains focus on the Brimont plateau and grenade fighting near Courcy, with progress also near Berny-au-Bac and Rheims. General Nivelle maintains pressure against the German line at the Lens to Rheims junction, facing obstacles at Brimont, Fort de Malmaison, and the Upper Caucy forest.
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London
France
Cambrai
Gouzencourt
Gonnelieu
St. Quentin
Haig
Brimont
Grenade
Courcy
Juvincourt
Fort de Malmaison
French Assault Presses Three German Strongholds
The French bombard three German forts near Soissons while British action remains quieter on the front. General Haig is said to be preparing another major offensive, with London expecting a swift, decisive blow.
President to appoint commission to aid Russian democracy
President Wilson will name within days a distinguished American group to Russia to confer with the provisional government. The nonpartisan commission aims to strengthen the democratic movement and aid Russia in the war against Germany, with Elihu Root likely as chairman.
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Washington
Woodrow Wilson
Russia
Provisional Government
United States
Germany
Elihu Root
Bird in gilded cage lacks appreciation for gilt
A concise reflection on how wealth or prestige rarely yields gratitude or contentment. The metaphor contrasts beauty and confinement, suggesting freedom and genuine value are prized over ornate appearances.
Resolutions on Death of Roy Brothers
A local group extends heartfelt sympathy to the family of Roy, son of Mr and Mrs John Brothers, and vows support in their sorrow. The resolutions express comfort in faith and direct copies to the bereaved family The Sidney Telegraph and the Union Farmer are also notified. Carl M Livoni Ezra W Chambers Clyde Johnson signatories.
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Roy
John Brothers
Sidney Telegraph
Union Farmer
J. H. Eschman World United Shows Arrive in Sidney
The town buzzes for Monday May 7 as the J H Eschman World United Shows come to Sidney with afternoon and night performances. The piece highlights children's joy, educational value, and the chance for youth to witness physical feats, musical bands, and clown antics.
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Father
Sidney
Colorado Visitors Face Fines Over Vehicle Numbers
Visitors from Colorado caught traveling without license plates in three separate cases. They pleaded they were lost and not missed, while alcohol reportedly affected the cars. Owners paid fines without dispute.
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Colorado
Local Notes on Omaha Visits and Life Events
Mrs Ed Stokes planned a Sunday Omaha visit to stay with friends. Mrs Sid White traveled to Omaha for severe appendicitis treatment. Miss Huldah Lindberg returns to mobility after eight weeks immobile from a knee sprain. Ward Hildreth of Omaha spent a large portion of the week in the country. Miss Kissle from eastern Nebraska begins as stenographer with H C Casselman Land Company. McEldowney family visited from Chappell and saw the Parks relatives. Nellie Young buys Palace Rooming House and takes charge May first. LeRoy Larson buys Callahan addition lot and contracts for a new house. Spitler and Connors handle bungalow excavation for James Corrigan in Callahan Addition. Irene Dawson returns to Cheyenne after visiting grandparents. Mrs J Oberfelder back from Cheyenne via Denver winter visit.
Deestrict Skale to Brighten May Program at Library
Social notes report upcoming Deestrict Skale performances by local talent in early May under the library Board. The Helping Hand Society met with Mrs Clyde Johnson amid lively visits from guests including Mrs Warrick Mrs Will Fulton Mrs Walter Nelson and Mrs Frank Kurz. The Pricilla club plans a May 3 meeting with Mrs John Sellers and Miss Jessie McCann urging strong attendance. Providence Chapter of the Eastern Star held an evening meeting with officers to be installed soon. Sheriff Sitton and Judge McCleneghan handled minor fines including speeding and drunkenness cases.
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Library Board
Helping Hand Society of the
South Divide
Clyde Johnson
Johnson
Warrick
Will Fulton
Walter Nelson
Frank Kurz
Mrs. Johnson
Pricillia Club
John Sellers
Jessie McCann
Providence
the Eastern Star
Judge McCleneghan
Wm. Gifford
W. W. Messner
Kimball
Sheriff Sitton
West Lincoln Way
Judge Chambers
Higgins returns to Carroll Nebraska home and job
Charles Higgins came back Tuesday to his Carroll Nebraska residence where he works in a garage. He owns half a section near his father P. T. Higgins, which he rents out and receives good annual returns from the property.
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Charles Higgins
Carroll
Nebraska
Mr. Higgins
P. T. Higgins
MisKimmins Piano Purchases Reported At C W West Store
A S MisKimmins reports four pianos placed this week at the C W West store. August Puite and W F Krueger of the north divide each bought a player piano. Henry Lutkehus and O Bills of Lodgepole bought the non player model.
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A. S. MisKimmins
C. W. West
August Puite
W. F. Krueger
Vorth Divide
Henry Lutkehus
Lodgepole
O. Bills Also
Souvenir Six Shooter Linked to Civil War Death Bed Request
Jacob Eckert preserves a small six shooter passed as a death bed request from a neighboring fallen soldier. Though the pistol is worth little money now, its sentimental value remains priceless to its current owner.
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Jacob Eckert
Brunswick Phonograph Ad At McKean Jewelry Store
McKean Jewelry and Music Store runs an ad this week for their phonograph The Brunswick praising its pure sweet tone and comparing favorably with other music boxes. The unit is a fine piece of furniture offered at moderate price with easy terms. See their other column ad for details.
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McKean Jewelry and Music Store
Brunswick
Guardian Named for Elder Monette in Court
Walter Monnette of Montana and Irving Monette of Colorado visited Monday to ask Judge Chambers for guardianship of their feeble blind father A. Monette. The court appointed A. K. Greenlee as guardian of the elder man and his finances.
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Walter Monnette
Montana
Irving Monette
Sterling
Colorado
Fire destroys Union Pacific passenger coach near stock yards
A passenger coach on the Union Pacific line was burned Thursday afternoon shortly after four. It stood west of the west crossing, kicked onto a sidetrack for a cattle train, and was a total loss above the wheels. Cause may be a stove overturn or a passenger's cigar.
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Union Pacific
West Crossing
Screen door and window screen shipment notice
A carload arrival reported by Cheyenne County Lumber Co. indicates delivery of screen doors and window screens ready for distribution or sale.
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Cheyenne County Lumber Co
The
Clover Seed Prices For Sale By Richard Krueger
Sweet clover seed hulled and cleaned for 9.00 per bushel. Unhulled seed 4.00 per bushel. Samples furnished. Contact Richard Krueger, Colton, Postoffice Sidney.
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Richard Krueger
Colton
Sidney
Wanted salesman for Old Line Life Insurance Co position
A salesman with headquarters at Sidney is sought to represent the Old Line Life Insurance Co founded 1880. Experience unnecessary. Full or part time work on a commission basis with good pay and a future. Furnish bank references and provide full information in the first letter. Address J. Sebastian State Manager Drawer 587 North Platte Neb.
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Sidney
Old Line Life Insurance Co
J. &. Sebastian
North Platte
Neb
Hardware and Furniture Store for Cash or Trade
The undersigned will sell his hardware and furniture store for cash or trade for town property. The store is a money maker. R. E. LL. JACKSON.
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R. E. LL. Jackson
Notice to all persons on stock run prohibition Sec 18-13-52
All persons are notified not to allow stock to run on Sec 18-13-52. Trespassers will be prosecuted. D. A. Hurd.
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D. A. Hurd
Wanted board and room by lady and child in Sidney Neb
A private family seeks board and room for a lady and child around May 1. G W Posthmus, general delivery, Sidney, Neb. Also advertised is refined company for the Royal Roller Rink, promising pleasing service and a refined atmosphere.
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G. W. Posthmus
General Delivery
Sidney, Neb
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Bruns
Wick Phonograph
Pathe Records
Brunswick Phonograph
McKean's Music and Jewelry Store
Sidney, Nebr
Bage
Paris
Russian Republic
Carl M. Livoni
Ezra W. Chambers
Harry Zick
Ed Stokes
Omaha
Sid White
Huldah Lindberg
Ward Hildreth
Stork
Miss Kissle
H. C Casselman Land Company
McEldowney
Chappell
Parks
Nellie Young
Vienna Cafe
Palace
LeRoy Larson
Callahan Addition
Mr. Spitler
James Corrigan
Callahan
Connors
Irene Dawson
Cheyenne
Wyoming
Mrs. T. K. Dawson
Brett
A. Brott
Nebr
Sidney Markets
Orean
Carnation Kensington
E. Ericson
Thejd
Hardware and Furniture
Royal Roller Rink
Barcley Corsetierre
Nora Chambers Sidney
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