Electric Light Plant to Illuminate Sidney Soon
Work will start next week to install two 800 light dynamos or one 1000 light consolidated machine at the Sidney mill. W J McSparren from Denver brings 18000 feet of primary and feed wire and dynamos to serve business houses residences and the railroad. Plans include use of two 500 light units or one 1000 light alternating system, with no fixed monthly charge and meters available. Judd of Denver Consolidated Electric Light Co will supervise. power from the mill will feed the depot and Rose street toward the court house. first lights targeted within two weeks with about 100 lights initially, half for the railroad and Pacific hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judd
Denver Consolidated Electric Light Co
Sidney
W. J. McSparren
Denver
Consolidated
W. Oosterhoudt
Rose Street
Court House
Cit
Railroad Company
Pacific Hotel
End of the War Peru Spain War Ends With Treaty
The United States proclaims complete victory in the Spanish American War, detailing terms of the peace including the Philippines, Porto Rico, and Cuba under American sovereignty. It lauds Dewey’s Manila victory, the destruction of the Cervera fleet, and the enduring American spirit, with celebration of the treaty’s acceptance and future Pacific influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
United States
Porto Rico
Cuba
Urat
Dewey
Manila Bay
Cervera
Santiago
Vomen
Great Republic
Manila
Pacific
St. Louis Globe Democrat
The Art Amateur at Christmas and Its Fine Features
The Art Amateur highlights a color plate titled Grandpa by Charles E Proctor, winner of the Hallgarten prize, with a sentimental scene of an old man in an arm chair smoking for his granddaughter. It also notes Henry Osler's Wedding Feast and coverage of Proctor's work at major exhibitions. Includes illustrated student articles on drawing and painting, interior decorating, and ceramic topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. ‘Proctor
Syractive
Rubens
Henry Osler
Theetropolitan Museum
Ceramic
Rouen
van Oost
Union
New York
Remarkable Rescue From Consumption
Mrs. Michael Curtain of Pisinfield TH says she suffered a lung consuming illness for a month of treatment failed. A druggist recommended Dr King s New Discovery and after six bottles she recovered and does her housework. Free trials at W J Bassett drugstore with large bottles priced 50c and 1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Curtain
Pisinfield
King
W. J F. Bassett
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Promises Quick Relief
John Coffin of Kirwin Kansas swears by Ballard's Horehound Syrup for coughs and consumption noting rapid relief and renewed strength. The ad claims efficacy for whooping cough and croup and offers 25 and 50 cent bottles with no pay if no benefit, sold at Scanlan's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
John Coffin
Kirwin
Kans
Scanlan’s
Commissioners Proceedings Sidney Nebr December 1898
County Board approves most claims and disallows W T Mekelvey hauling. Road fund payments to Hinrichs Randall Planck Hedges and others. General fund items include pauper relief and county judge fees. Callahan treasurer row trims 141.60 to 70.00. adjourns to Dec 15 1898. Riverside notes, local anecdotes, and a brief blizzard report follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Offlgiat
Office Board County Commissioners
Sidney
Nebr
W T Mekelvey
John Hinrichs
Union Valley
Randall
Camp Clarke
Planck
Weir- Lie
J Hedges
Prem
F Ramadell
Davison Ee Ee
H King
C Callahan
Treascn
Fair
Chas. Callahan
Cheyenne County Fair Ass’n
Stockmen move cattle to market from region
J A Ruthford foreman of Ogalalla Cattle company received 200 head from eastern Nebraska Friday and plans to dispose of them locally. Britton to receive two cars of fine Hereford cattle from Lindsey Nebraska this week. R S Oberfelder sold 300 hogs from Lodgepole ranch Thursday to a Two bar cattle company agent Fullerton. Sheriff Frank King shipped a car to South Omaha market and returned Wednesday. Sam Conner of A D Cattle company shipped six cattle cars and one hog car to Monroe Wisconsin last Sunday. R E King shipped four cattle cars to Omaha this week. King resides at Atlantic Iowa but has investments here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Beerline
King Precinct
Riverside
Lisco
Anthony Johnson
J. Johnson
Marie
South Side
Friends
Geo. Beerline
Robert Walsh
Plains
Fred Wagoner
Johnson
A. R.nelson
Lieco
A. J. Johnson
J. A. Ruthford
Ogalalla Cattle Company
Britton
Lindsey
R. S. Oberfelder
Lodgepole
Two-bar Cattle Company
Fullerton
Frank King
South Omaha
Sam Conner
A. D. Cattle Company
Monroe
Wis
R. E. King
Omaha
Mr. King
Atlantic
Iowa
Bocklien's Arnica Salve Ad touted for wide uses
A vintage advert promotes Bocklien's Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever voces tatter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. It sells for 26 cents a box from W fb Baseett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Fb. Baseett
Overland Route Travel to Pacific Coast by Union Pacific
Advertises the Overland Route from Missouri River to Puget Sound via Pullman Palace Sleepers and Dining Cars. Describes daily through service for first and second class passengers to Colorado Wyoming Utah Idaho Montana and Pacific Coast points. For rates and information contact agent E It Breisch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri River
California
Puget Sound
Union Pacific
Colorado
Wyoming
Utah
Idaho
Montana
Pacific Coast
Breisch
Nebraska
Denver
Cheyenne
Salt Lake City
San Francisco
Portland
Pullman
E. R. Breison
Sidney
Neb
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Pain Relief
Patented remedy claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia and other pains with rapid action. It asserts effectiveness for strains cuts bruises stiff joints and contracted muscles and urges purchase with a dealer guarantee at 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Prive
Prohibition Row Fire and Local Losses in Sidney
Special correspondence notes the Aukerman building fire on prohibition night consuming property worth about 200 dollars. A subscription of 100 dollars in money and goods was raised for Chas. Willard who lost all his household goods. Mrs. Spindler improves slowly. fire damage hurt R. Thompson and R. Gilman. Union Pacific promotes rapid, comfortable travel with Pullman services and extensive routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aukerman
Chas. Willard
Electric Bitters Save Philadelphia Man From Death
John Oliver of Philadelphia narrates a dramatic recovery after three physicians gave him up for dead. A friend urged Electric Bitters, and after three weeks of use he improved markedly and recovered his health. He credits the tonic with saving his life and keeping him from the grave. Basnett's drugstore sells them for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Oliver
Philadelphia
W. F. Basnett
Sure Signs of Croup Warn of Incoming Attack
The text notes hoarseness as a sure indication of croup and claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, at 8000 units, prevents attacks if given early or after the cough appears. It emphasizes mothers keeping the remedy on hand for safety, ease, and pleasant taste, sold by all dealers.
Ice supply notice for 1899 markets and saloons
Public notice lists ice provisioning for 1899 across meat markets 25 units saloons stores and drugstores 201 and family needs. The itemized amounts indicate planned distribution channels and quantities for urban vendors and households.
7th Grade Reorganization and Christmas Preparations
Jennie Oldershaw returns to 7th grade as the large class is split into two Grammar departments led by Nelson and Neubauer. Second primary students prep for a Christmas program while the first primary anticipates a Santa visit. Sickness affects Anna Holden Jessen King Maynard Osborn and Myrtle Acker man. Tardiness totals listed for each department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Oldershaw
Anna Holden
Anna Jessen
Grace King
Maynard Osborn
Myrtle Ackerman
Santa Claus
Neubauer
Nelson
Messrs
Nelson and
Photos Exhibition Opens in Chowins Building Room 7
Mr Roostroam the Photographer advertises cabinet pictures at low introductory rates for two weeks in Chowins stone building upstairs room 7. Each photo guaranteed to satisfy. Also offers two stamp pictures for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. B
Mr. Roostroam
Union Pacific Fastest Travel to Salt Lake City and California
When traveling, consider time spent on the journey. The Union Pacific offers the fastest service to Salt Lake City Portland and California points. For timetables folders illustrated books and pamphlets about the territory call E R Breisch agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Salt Lake City
Portland
California
E. R. Breisch
Advertised Letter List from Sidney Nebraska 1898
Unclaimed letters remaining in the Sidney Nebraska post office for week ending December 10 1898 include Carlton James D Owens Ed Gents Crague A D Ragan Edward Ladies Miller Miss Kens Ocetosison Mrs Susta Persons calling for these letters please say advertised H CHas CALLAHAN P M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Nebraska
Miller
Kens
Susta
Chas. Callahan
P. M
Excur sions to San Francisco Los Angeles and Portland by Union Pacific
Going to the Pacific Coast consult Union Pacific personally conducted excursions. Departures from Chicago Minneapolis St Paul Thursdays and Omaha Fridays in Pullman Tourist Sleepers with through baggage check. Quick service and better times. for full details contact E R Breisch, Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Coast
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Portland
Union Pacific
Chicago
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Omaha
E. R. Breisch
Two Points on Pricing and Public Choice in Advertising
An exchange argues that better articles command higher prices only if the public perceives value. It suggests consistent quality drives repeat purchases, citing Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a trusted, long used option against fashionable novelties. The piece highlights how public testing and noticeable presence can push consumers to favor the proven product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Afternoon Tea and Wedding Service Announcement
Mrs Bretsch hosted a large gathering of ladies for an afternoon tea on Friday. Reverend S B Barnitz of Des Moines, who will officiate at the Simon Allen wedding, will conduct services at the Lutheran church on Tuesday evening December 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. B. Barnitz
Des Moines
Jewish ceremony for infant Nathan Bergman
The Abrahamic rite was performed for Nathan Bergman Wednesday morning. Rabbi Schatz of Denver officiated for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Bergman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan
Dan Bergman
Rabbi Schatz
Denver
Satisfactory Dentistry Moves to Sidney Office
Dr Murlless, an experienced dentist formerly of University Place Nebraska, now operates at the Shharmer residence in Sidney where his work is proving very satisfactory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murlless
University Place
Neb
Sidney
Shharmer
Hospital Sale In Denver Sparks Fund Apportionment
Reports say the Union Pacific hospital in Denver will be sold and, after the sale, the apportionment of the employee hospital fund will begin. The plan signals a transition in hospital ownership and finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific Hospital
Denver
Rumored Fast Mail Train to the Coast Debuted
Reports suggest the Union Pacific contemplates a new fast mail train to the coast. If true, the service would depart about two hours earlier than No. 1, which is said to carry no mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pracifie
No. 1
Touil
Two Sections Bring Morning Mail In On Time
In two sections, Wednesday morning delivery arrived in two parts. The first section carried the mail on time while the second section was an hour late due to delayed connections at Council Bluffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Bluffs
Mrs. Cushing Hosts Honor for Mrs. Smith of Denver
Mrs. Cushing entertained many friends Monday in honor of her sister in law Mrs. Fred Smith of Denver. The gathering was described as very pleasant and Mrs. Smith left Tuesday evening for her home in Denver.
Lyon adds eight volume World's History to library
County Superintendent Lyon added an illustrated eight volume World's History to his office library. The set covers human history from ancient times to the present and is described as of great educational value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyon
State Normal school reports strong enrollment this year
The State Normal school at Penn Neb reports a prosperous session with Dr J A Beatlie noting 436 students enrolled in the Normal School and 213 in the Practice School through Thanksgiving, totaling 649 students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Normal School
Penn, Neb
J. A. Beatlie
Rail construction progresses near North Platte east to west
The steel gang east of North Platte moved to Sidney and began laying steel westward at the start of the week. Dick Forrest's crew works west from Culton and the remaining old track will soon be replaced by new steel, ending the old line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Platte
Sidney
Dick Forrest
Culton
Land Office Continues Work After Death of Register
Business proceeds at the land office following the death of Register Helat. Only actions needing both Register and Receiver are blocked until a new Register is appointed. Receiver Harrix keeps the office open during normal hours.
Death of a Young Man from Lung Trouble
Ernest Batchelder died Sunday morning after a five year struggle with consumption. A 21 year old who traveled through many climates seeking relief, he recently came from Vinton Iowa. His remains were sent to Shellsburg Iowa Sunday night with his brother Clarence who had stayed with him in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Batchelder
Vinton
Iowa
Shellsburg
Clarence
Bank Statement Shows Strong Growth in Deposits
The American Bank issue reports significant financial improvement this year with deposits at most doubling over twelve months. The note highlights local progress and profitable activity as the region enjoys economic gains and rising personal wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American ‘Bank
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Road Fund
J. W. Harper, F.,a. Kowan
W. R. Woop
W. C. Bullock
Riverside Reapings
Casey
Doolin
Bridge Fund
Bocklien
Pat
Redington
The
Tims
Carlton, Jas
D. Owens, Ed
Crague
A. D. Ragan
Edward
Land Office
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