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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1900
Page
4
National ticket details for president and vice president plus a slate of state and county officers listed by name and home county. Names include Nesbit of Burt and Dietrich of Adams among electors and officeholders such as Marsil and Fowler with counties shown.
At Hackberry Grove ten miles east of Bedington the Western Nebraska Veterans of the Civil War hold a three day reunion August 28th 29th and 30th with music and tribute events. Chas A Towne seeks vice presidency on a populist ticket though withdrawn in favor of Stevenson. Kenraid of ONeill listed as Congressional District Six candidate with party DP.
A dispatch reports the legation under siege with daily rifle fire from imperial troops and scarce ammunition. Conger warns leaving Pekin means certain death as war rages in China with allied casualties totaling about 1,200 near Tien Tsin, Japanese and Russian troops suffering the most. In Cheyenne County Republicans weigh senatorial and representative nominees with two US Senate seats to fill in Nebraska. conventions may be held in Sidney.
Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier-Journal praises Theodore Roosevelt as McKinley's complement in age temperament and record. He argues Roosevelt will attract independent voters and energize a vigorous campaign with magnetism and ardor.
The piece lauds Theodore Roosevelt as a bold, versatile leader admired by young Republicans and anti-machine voices alike. It highlights his vigor, intellect, and appeal across politics, arms, and letters, portraying him as a unifying future-strength for the party in the new century.
Lincoln Journal reports Congressman Ne ville of the Sixth district voices fears that the recent census will aid fusionists ahead of a key election. He alleges a German worry over the republic becoming an empire and notes Republican strength could threaten his job and state prosperity.
The Transcript reports on Sidney and nearby fronts with barb wire walls in the north and other obstacles around the city, noting a potential easy removal with a pair of shears. It also highlights Congressman Mondell securing a June 1900 homestead law amendment granting second entries and favorable provisions for settlers including small payments and potential free homesteads.
Nebraska campaign notes economic gains under McKinley era, crediting Republicans for farm prices and wages. It condemns Bryan’s alleged stance to recall U S troops from the Philippines, arguing such action would betray duties, invite foreign scorn, and endanger peace and stability in the islands.
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