15 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1908
Page
1
The article recalls the largest rain event in seven years, flooding Sidney streets and lawns, washing out rail bridges, and delaying trains. Citizens abandoned formal attire for waders as roads became rivers and merchants saw disrupted traffic and delayed deliveries.
George D. White, known as Win, a former clerk at Greenlee & Bennon’s, stole 255 dollars and vanished last Sunday. A popular member of the K P lodge, his conduct has caused sorrow among wife and children. Mrs Annie Crawford, Royal Neighbors organizer, has promoted new members this week, with a lodge meeting and banquet following.
Mrs French and daughter Mrs M Hogue of Chicago visited a week with the family of J W Harper. They will tour Colorado after the stay. Mr and Mrs Thomas Cartwell of Assumption Illinois are also visiting, and plan to go to the mountains after two weeks. Mrs Cartwell is a cousin of Mr Harper.
A.B. Persinger and Lloyd Remsburg were in town this week, conveyed in Persinger’s new automobile. The piece notes a shift from old time traditions to modern inventions, with a wary view of changing ways and temptations.
A local critique of a cheap sidewalk merchant selling brass jewelry and knifes. The piece argues residents pay taxes and support town merchants, urging repeal of the ordinance allowing peddlers if not licensed, and promotes spending with hometown traders to keep profits local.
Judge Tucker presided as Fred Simpson of Colorado received a marriage license and wed Bertha Sharp on August 13. In State v Becker, George Burke presented witnesses. Becker was bonded to appear at the next district court term with twenty Angora area witnesses listed.
The Masonic building near completion for dedication and occupancy will be unused by the order. Advertisements in another column offer the temple for sale at a bargain during high lumber prices. A desirable lot is also offered, providing a chance to acquire valuable property cheaply.
Dalton grows rapidly as Bridgeport News Blade reports an early opening of a new bank. Promoters named G. W. Willis and Klinke of Chadron back the venture, signaling local and county prosperity amid ongoing town development.
Jackson's store promotes new sale of fancy dishes and announces it as a hub for school supplies at Jackson & Co headquarters.
The south end county division committee met August 7 at Bridgeport with the Bridgeport Commercial Club to discuss a proposed boundary. John W. Adams led remarks opposing the current line and urged a south 18 line, citing fairness and river value. the south end backed equitable division and opposed the filed petition line south of 17. A mass meeting was urged. next hearing set for August 13 after joint talks.
Maynard W. Osborn now runs the entire business solo, managing all affairs of Osborn Brothers & Mann.
Beginning Monday the 24th a week long carnival will be held in Sidney with Parker Amusement Co performing August 24 to 28. The contract includes eight paid attractions two free shows a ferris wheel and a merry go round plus band acts. Local civic effort urged to clean streets and parks to welcome visitors and promote Sidney institutions.
Superintendent Ritchie calls a meeting for all interested in consolidating districts 97 99-26 and 1. The gathering at the court house aims to improve schooling for rural children with limited privileges. Attendees urged for Saturday August 22 1908. Patronize home industry when of superior quality as Maynard W Osborn.
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