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Newspaper

Sidney Telegraph

Location

Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1918

Page

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Model Methodist Church Nears Completion in Lincoln

The new Methodist church, nearly finished at 35000 dollars, features brick exterior, glazed basement walls, grey stone trimmings, and oak interior. Architect J R Smith of Lincoln, contractor E A Spitler oversaw work with five hundred seats on main floor and galleries, classrooms, kitchen, and a linked two story parsonage under one roof. The building emphasizes clear sightlines, stained glass, and modern conveniences, inviting visits to witness its complete beauty.

New Methodist Church J. R Smith Lincoln E. A Spitler City

Swatzlanders Return From Midwest Trip

Mr and Mrs WE Swatzlander came back Wednesday night after a ten day absence. They visited relatives in Toledo Iowa and had planned a Bankers convention in Omaha which was postponed. A Bentley and his wife were delayed by illness. he is in a Marshalltown hospital after rheumatism. Influenza and a virulent wave with measles and diphtheria affected the area as they left Sidney.

WE. Swatzlander Omaha Toledo Iowa A. Bentley Bentley Marshalltown Sidney

Larson's Music Store Offers Edison Phonograph and Piano for Christmas

Christmas shoppers are urged to visit Larson's Music Store for Edison phonographs and pianos as gift options. The ad highlights available models and aims to attract early holiday buyers with promotional pricing and music accessories.

Larson's Music Store

Get Your Batteries Tested at Manns Battery Service

MANN S BATTERY SERVICE offers general battery testing at the Brewer Building station. Contact and service details are not provided in the fragment.

Mann’s Brewer Building

Local notices report holiday helpers and travels

Mrs. E A Spitler assists at Marsh Jewelry while Miss Lela Heard aids County Treasurer Miss Lan caster in Sid ney. Ebner Shoemaker visits relatives in Radcliff Town and A A Alibian with wife return from six weeks in eastern Nebraska and Kansas. Otty Perso travels to Lincoln to see a son at the University. Amil Anderson returns from Camp Funston and is greeted by friends. Bunch Lane of Dalton visits Sidney from Camp Funston. George Reetz drives an auto bravely, claiming no skid chance. A citizen reports smoke poisoning from a water faucet in a dry town. County Agent reports. F G Gould and wife depart for Repub lican City Nebraska to visit relatives. County Superintendent Miss McFadden notes re-opening of country schools. Barker installs new fixtures in a store. Clark Fuller and Kenneth Jones drive to Kansas City for cattle, return with two carloads. Mrs J P Jones visits from the south divide ranch, joined by Myr and Mrs J J Parks. Jo R Birdwell and Paul Collart transact business in Sidney and print sale bills for Mrs Hensley. A baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Bb S Stokes did not survive. Mrs Stokes recovers. Mrs George Faust returns from Cheyenne after tonsil removal and expects improvement.

Shopping season urged despite late start in Sidney stores

Local guidance urges late shoppers to visit Sidney retailers as they stock a full range of foods clothing and leisure goods. Officials encourage lingering at stores to take advantage of available selections and practical values for timely purchases.

Eastern Star Opens First Meeting in Two Months

The Eastern Star held its first meeting Wednesday night since a long break. Attendees enjoyed the gathering and planned activities for January including work and social entertainment.

Eastern Star

Knight Campbell Music Co. official visits Sidney

George W. Bewley Nebraska representative for Knight Campbell Music Co. of Cheyenne spent the early part of the week in Sidney for a brief stay and plans to return after the first to establish Sidney as headquarters again for the year ahead.

George W. Bewley Nebraska Knight Campbell Music Co Cheyenne Sidney

Miss Shoemaker Considers Return From Geneva Visit

Miss Henrietta Shoemaker is expected home after a ten day stay in Geneva Nebraska where she was invited to discuss feasibility of adding oratory and dramatic art to the girls industrial school. She finds the task too great at present and will seek other openings in her field.

Henrietta Shoemaker Geneva Nebraskan Miss Shoemaker

Good Roads Meeting Promises Western Nebraska Action

The Good Roads Meeting in western Nebraska drew over forty delegates from Harrison Antioch Thedford Bridgeport Sidney Morrill Lodgepole Dalton Crawford Chadron Oshkosh Lewellyn to push permanent roads. Lincoln officials and state engineers spoke as Secretary Fisher announced a January meeting in Sidney to continue the drive and rally farmers and business leaders to bond for concrete and brick roads.

al- Hianee Thesday Evr Nebraska Pice Harrison Antioch Thedford Bridgeport Sidney Morrill Lodgepole Dalton Crawford Chadron Oshkosh Oshkosh and Lewellyn A. Winship Nebraska Transport Committee Fisher Cheyenne County TL. RK. Barlow Lodgepove J. J. Reel John Livoni Collie Kreader W West

Winter Not In Sight to Date

A fragmentary excerpt notes abnormally mild weather through December and May, with an unusually warm June and a long mild fall. It mentions a dust event and a three inch snow last Sunday that melted quickly, leaving residents puzzled by the unseasonable conditions.

Another Burglary Added to Long List

A burglary occurred at the Clark Fuller residence last Saturday night while Mrs. Fuller and children stayed at her parents home. The thief entered through an unlocked door, leaving blinds drawn and lights on in three rooms. Money vanished from a glove box, candy from the sideboard, and preserves from the basement, all items collected for a Christmas box. Citizens urged to help trap the intruders and enforce the law.

Clirk Fuller

Flu Flies And Sidney Awakens

The flu situation has materially improved with no bans on meetings and trade brightening. Normal activities are resuming while afflicted homes remain quarantined and reported cases are materially reduced.

Dainty display of new solid gold Lavalliers at BETTS CORNER JEWELER

Betts Corner Jeweler showcases a dainty display of new solid gold Lavalliers highlighting craftsmanship and seasonal jewelry trends. The feature emphasizes elegant chain work and bright gold accents likely from the fresh stock.

Lavalliers Betts Corner Jeweler

Zwink Dentist X Ray Diagnosis at Stewitts Building

Dr W A Zwink a dentist offers X ray diagnosis services located in Stewitts Building. The item notes a medical professional and a specified clinical service in a fixed premises context.

W. A. Zwink Stewitts

Sidney Votes for Water and Light Plant Bond

At a Sidney voters meeting acting Mayor TL Ge Lowe presided. Attendees supported a bond issue of 67000 to 67000 dollars to build a new light plant unit funded by bonds at six percent, replacing old warrants at seven percent. The plan aims to meet rapid growth without new debt, praising city progress and future expansion.

Oeall Sidney Ind TL. Ge. Lowe B.A Jones

Lecture Postponed Till Spring As Illness Delays Series

The lecture course number billed for tomorrow night was cancelled due to widespread influenza. The magician’s circuit is paused, with plans to resume next April. Miss Bernice Kelly assists in the Osborn garage office during Everett Foster’s illness.

Bernice Kelly Osborn Garage Everett Foster

Dr W M Kimpston Dentist in Sidney Nebraska

Dr W M Kimpston operates as a dentist in the Neu Bauer Building in Sidney Nebraska with a noted professional practice.

W. M. Kimpston Neubauer Bldg Sidney, Nebr

Reception For Boys Who Come Home

About twenty five of our boys have marched home and a reception committee led by Woo Miles, chairman, plans a rousing welcome. Details remain private but the event aims to express gratitude for their service and welcome them home. The first group is expected soon.

Woo Miles

Figures On Taxes Worth Reading

County Treasurer records show Union Pacific paid 51 110 81 in personal taxes and Burlington 11 111 40. The courthouse bond was reduced by 7 000 from 450 000, with 21 000 still due. District No 1 cut its bond by 2 000, leaving 15 000 paid. Two thirds of all personal taxes have been paid while others became delinquent.

Uut Union Pacific Burlington Court House District No. 1

Present To Red Cross Roll Call

Pr W Barker county chairman of the Red Cross roll call to begin next Monday informs us that he has everything organized for a smooth start and a glorious effort. It ought to be easy to get members for the greatest charitable institution the world has ever seen with a work to its credit of inconceivable magnitude.

Pr. W. Barker Red Cross

Young Folka To Wed In Golden State

Miss Edna Rowan departed Wednesday noon for Sacramento California where she will be united in marriage to Lieutenant Hussell Dedrich Upon his discharge the couple will visit points of interest then travel home together Further details may follow next week

Edna Rowan Sacramento California Hussell Dedrich

Warning to rural residents on reporting contagious diseases

Cheyenne County Board of Health urges residents outside incorporated towns to report contagious illnesses to county health officer Dr. W I Bikner immediately by letter or phone. It notes penalties for failing to report and cites recent smallpox cases, urging cooperation to prevent epidemics.

W. ‘I. Bikner Cheyenne County

Also Mentioned on This Page

M. E. Church Oberfelder ING CO Sidney, Nebraska Buuil the American Bank Jesse C. McNish Co. FI Geo. R. Buckner Geo. E. Taylor E A Spitler Marsh Jewelry Lela Heard Kimball Miss Lancaster Ebner Shoemaker Radcliff, Town W. J Shoemaker A. A. Alibian Kansas Otty Perso North Divide Amil Anderson S. R. Sweet Camp Funston Geo. Reetz Otter F. G. Gould Republican City Miss McFadden Tiu Po OW. Barker Clark Fuller Kenneth Jones Kansas City Jo R. Birdwell Paul Collart Davison Precinct Bb. S. Stokes George Faust Wyoming Wilson Kimpston Citizens Meeting Young Folka Golden State Tinh
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