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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1921
Page
15
On March fourth, millions hailed the transfer of presidential power and shared a rare moment of national unity. The piece notes that soon partisan critics will arise, projecting motives and distorting facts, while remembering that the nation chose an honest man to govern. A stray remark about Seale's vacant lot and fishworms ends the fragment.
A collection of humorous observations from Sidney about daily life. Notes on manners, fashion, and small town quirks cover topics from etiquette and language to weather, gardening mishaps, and humorous anecdotes about residents and their routines.
In Sidney Arbor Day is celebrated by bankers and office workers who golf while schools stay open. A schoolboy laments no holiday and vows renewed effort, imagining future shade under California redwoods. He resists claims of community planting as mere show and urges lasting growth for future generations.
The Telegraph urges readers to send in news quickly for all twenty pages. It explains that not everything can be printed and emphasizes cooperation with news gatherers to capture as much as possible. It notes some items will be omitted if handed in late.
Bunker Hill residents traveled to Sidney on Thursday as did Mr and Mrs John Borcher and Mr and Mrs Frank Beyer. Several families joined at Sheldon Scott's on Wednesday, with prize winners reported. A large group planned to Sidney on Saturday and many attended events at Brownson and Gurley. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Glen Bales, Walter Happel, Theo Borcher, Hattie Anderson, Annie Sheridan, Miss Hattie Enelsman, and others.
The Miners Federation of Great Britain schedules a conference for April 22 to discuss the strike’s future while coal fields stay idle. Rail and transport unions refuse to support the strike, fracturing labor unity and sparking debate over a lost triple alliance. The Herald calls Friday a historic defeat and questions Hodges’ parliamentary address, urging a restart with new machinery and spirit.
The United States loses on average 85 tons of soil gravel and rock per year from each square mile, carried by rivers into the ocean, according to the U S Geological Survey. With the U S land area covering about 3,088,500 square miles the total erosion is vast and ongoing.
The piece argues that business conditions cannot be fixed to a calendar date, with price stabilization and demand resumption occurring gradually. It notes global factors from German indemnity to wage readjustments, shelter costs, and Europe’s turmoil delaying any rapid return to normal. Large firms seek bargains, basement sales spur buyer interest, while dealers nationwide maintain cautious activity.
Multiple local churches list service times and pastoral contacts in Gurley Weyerts Sidney and surrounding areas. Catholic and Episcopal open daily for prayer with Sunday masses, Lutheran and Evangelical services noted, plus a Presbyterian proclamation of a sermon on safe action and weekly schedule details.
Pr B Cope field representative of Corner University will lead both morning and evening services next Sunday May 1 A cordial invitation is extended to all church members are especially urged to attend Louis L Homes Minister Christian Church
10:00 Sunday School. You missed a real interesting school last Sunday. Will you not try to be present next Sunday 11:00 Rev. O F Chesbro will preach Be sure to attend 6:80 Epworth league Your co operation is needed 7:30 Stev F Chesbro will preach and the Men s chorus will sing Come Monday 4:00 Junior Epworth league Gerald Sitton will be leader The interest is exceptionally good at the Junior league Tuesday 7:00 The Boy Scouts Assistant Scoutmaster Walker will have charge A number of boys were advanced to the Tenderfoot class last week Wednesday 7:30 Motion picture entertainment Large crowds are attending these entertainments which are free to the public A collection is made to meet the expenses T PORTER BENNETT Pastor
Sunday School and Rev. O F Chesbro will preach at 2 30. Last Sunday’s service was well attended and the Men’s chorus from the Sidney Methodist church sang sacred pieces. Lorenzo residents welcome the choir any time.
Mrs. Dorothy Callaway and nine pupils were in Sidney Saturday as the pupils took part in the teacher's examination for the practice, gaining hands on experience under supervision.
Former Sidney citizen L O Fundingsland was in the city Monday greeting many friends with his familiar cheerful handshake, bringing a warm note of reunion to the community.
Hugh Lawson and Will Moore report from Medicine Bow country, Wyoming, that they have plenty to do and are enjoying the homestead life to the full. They describe steady work and the satisfaction of rural settlers returning to the land after their travels.
Mrs Aurnie Miller visited Sunday and Monday with Mr and Mrs Andy Anderson while enroute from Omaha to Love land Colorado to visit her mother. She departed Tuesday morning.
Mr. Nicholas Mahr, 83, of Denver, finished a two week stay with his daughter Mrs. Carl Livons and has begun a similar visit with another daughter Mrs. Nick Trel en. He remains in good health and active in life.
A playful metaphorical note describes a boyish figure eating cake and making a promise to behave. The tone is casual and humorous, focusing on mishaps and a vow to improve. No concrete facts or events, but a vivid domestic vignette.
The Farm Bureau executive board held a last Saturday session and approved several bills. The action, taken by the board, sets policy directions and may affect member operations and program funding.
An advertisement urges customers to visit the Electric Shop for supplies. It mentions a nearby landmark, one block from American Bank, highlighting convenience and a local shopping option.
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