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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1897
Page
4
The Nebraska Republican electors are urged to send delegates to a convention in Lincoln on Thursday August 34 1897 at 2 pm to nominate candidates for One judge of the Supreme Court and Two regents of the State University and to conduct other business including apportionment details.
The Republican County Central Committee will meet in Sidney on Saturday August 21 1897 to fix the date of the Republican County Convention and transact other business. Full attendance is urgently requested. M H Tonry Chairman.
An appraisal of the first five months of McKinley’s presidency notes four key results. The tariff pledge was honored, the administration organized for four years, Hawaiian annexation policy moved from politics, and McKinley earned broad respect and goodwill. The piece closes urging Republican county committee members to attend an upcoming meeting.
The county central committee selects four delegates to the state convention to avoid expense and delay, with no disenfranchisement intent. Lincoln hosts the State Irrigation Association meeting alongside the National Irrigation Congress, aiming for a strong turnout. Spain’s Prime Minister Canovas del Castillo is assassinated, sparking talk of monarchy decline and Cuba's freedom. Lodge Pole Express resumes at half size. Sidney hosts a double barreled convention to nominate Milton Ahrens for county treasurer amid Populist critique of gold standards.
Exchange comment notes wheat and corn rising, debt paid in the past year, and farmer gains while merchants improve. It predicts prosperity in 1897 amid tariff and silver debate as Nebraska farmers face gold payments and rising prices. Also mentions improved horse and cattle markets and labor demand.
Thousands of youths tied to farming and village life by lack of education are urged to enroll in Grand Island Business and Normal College. The ad promises complete training, flexible tuition terms, and a path to graduation with board and books included if needed. Address A. M. Haris, President, Grand Island, Nebraska.
A customer testimonial touts Mother's Friend as easing labor with promises of earlier effects and fewer pains. The ad, from The Bradfield Regulator Co. of Atlanta, advertises a booklet with testimonials and ordering details including price and mailing offered through druggists at one dollar.
Notice to prove up a land claim at Sidney Nebraska on August 23 1897 for Ernest Lange 7 E No 2412 section 12 township an range 49. Witnesses Frina Brauer Hermin Brauer Wiliam Brakbage and William Hoffmeyer all of Sidney Nebraska. Jonsx M Adams Register.
Land Office Sidney Nebraska issues notice for Levi A. Bordwell to make final proof on August 10, 1897, before the Sidney Register or Receiver. Proof concerns his claim for the southwest and other sections in township 40, with witnesses James Worden William W. Chowins Amariah T. Snyder and Paul R. Borgquist, all of Sidney Nebraska.
EpiTrol Telegraph from Sidney Nebraska dated August 8 1897 contains M H Tosin chairman defending plans to hold a county central committee meeting on the 21st. He argues one county convention suffices and stresses deliberation over hasty nomination of a county ticket rather than naming state delegates. He says there is no attempt to manipulate and critic cited in local press is uncalled for.
A brief advertisement outlines a tailoring system named SaLe The Columbian Tailor System for Dress-Cutting. It promises cuts to fit all forms with simple quick and correct results. Inquiries are directed to the office for terms and further information.
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