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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1911
Page
7
Notice offers three high quality Percheron stallions for sale, each weighing 180 to 2000 pounds. The seller claims the horses are second to none in breeding and quality and says they can elevate farm and draft stock in the region. Also offered is additional information not shown.
The note describes two Jacks as large and well bred, good performers and sure breeders, indicating strong qualities and reliability in breeding lines.
Three Jennets are registered with one carrying a young foal sired by Jumbo the large Mammoth Jack. Prospective buyers are invited to examine the stock before purchasing elsewhere.
The article recalls Christmas fox hunts across American country clubs, noting the endurance, horsemanship, and tradition from England. It highlights Virginia and Kentucky practices, the role of master of hounds, and George Washington among early American fox hunters, with farmers increasingly joining festive rides.
State fair officials meeting in Chicago announced the event will run from September 2 to 6. The gathering also discussed premium classifications and transportation changes as advisable for the exposition.
R L Metcalfe of Lincoln states in a letter to Omaha Democrats that he will seek the party’s gubernatorial nomination, replying to their request for him to run.
Stockholders authorize restarting the Shelton oil well now at 1360 feet with plans to drill to 3000 feet if oil in paying quantities is not found sooner. The decision reflects efforts to secure commercial production and manage drilling costs.
A riot interrupted a large mass meeting at Carnegie Hall New York in support of arbitration treaties with England and France proposed by President Taft.
A nostalgic collage of Dickensian Christmas scenes and traditional holiday imagery. It evokes angels and shepherds, travelers guided by a star, a baby in a manger, feasting, songs, family fireside warmth, festive trees, and the ritual sights and sounds of Christmas across communities.
The High School hosted a banquet organized by teachers, with students serving and performing. Guests enjoyed instrumental solos, accordion pieces, and witty toasts by Prof. Hanna and J. L. McIntosh. Speakers praised the basketball team and school unity, closing with praise for Sidney Schools and a toast to good fellowship.
The Reading Room Library reports new titles arriving including The Calling of Dan Matthews Hana Brinker The Iron Woman The Master s Violin The Weaver of Dreams Poppy Dr Bryvon History of David Grieve The Heir of Radcliffe Sonny s Father The Unforeseen The Boys Life of Grant Mia Gibbie Gault Berenice Kiag and Johnny Bear Two Little Savages The Blue Flower The Mansion Heidi The Man Without a Country The Life of Queen Victoria The Seven Ages of Washington The Riverman The Colonel s Opera Cloak De Luke of the Labrador Anot Jane of Kentucky Friendship Village Friendship Village Love Stories Nancy Stair Widow O Callaghan s Boyn Boots and Saddles Robert Kitberley Children of the Mist Robert Elemere Pam Decides The Vow Pan s Mountains Mother The Girl of the Linberlost The Eagle s Feather King of the Golden River Lin McLean.
The York session of the high school leaders conference closed with 300 delegates from nearly all state high schools. Speakers included State Students' Secretary Turner on Winners and State Superintendent Dassel on The Boy Problem. State Secretary Bailey and other Young Men's Christian Association workers attended.
Fred Patterson surveyor reports his barn burned to ashes while he was away. The blaze consumed 300 bushels of corn, a family carriage, a gasoline engine, and other valuables. A $50 reward is offered for arrest and conviction of the arsonist.
The six year old daughter of Roy Achterbers near St Edward died in a granary fire believed caused by children playing with matches. Her mother attempted to save her as the girl’s clothing ignited. the mother sustained severe burns trying to reach her.
A local newspaper notice promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney weakness and related pains. It cites Sidney Nebraska testimony from Mrs. John Lipaka praising relief for her daughter and urges purchase from dealers nationwide. It also advertises Chamberlain's Tablets for headaches caused by stomach issues.
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