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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1915
Page
4
The Telegraph reflects on Christmas as a season of spiritual renewal and charity amid world conflict. It urges humility, generosity, and remembrance of those bereaved by war, while acknowledging burdens of gift giving and calling for a simpler, more meaningful celebration.
President Wilson urged Congress to pass legislation to mobilize industries and resources and to create a rural credit system enabling long term land mortgages. Senator Borah called rural events crucial, Nebraska farmers pressed for an adequate rural credit plan, and a department bill was drafted for Congress to push this session.
The United States faces renewed difficulties in maintaining strict neutrality as European war tensions escalate. Criticism of administration actions grows, with warnings of damaged prestige and rising anti American sentiment in belligerent nations. Experts question whether the U S may become more deeply involved or face increased danger while the war continues.
The former president criticizes American self interest and warns that public indifference harms U S influence abroad. He argues pacifists ignore facts, notes belligerents show no desire for peace, and calls Ford’s expedition foolish as it would invite foreign ridicule and hinder rational peace efforts.
President Wilson condemns disloyal naturalized citizens who betray their oath and plot against the United States. The message to Congress has drawn broad approval, sparking a national awakening among loyal Americans. It warns of danger from those abusing rights while serving foreign interests and calls for action against such malcontents.
A reflective column contrasts doctors on call, women’s roles, and social attitudes. It notes women choosing housekeeping over motherhood, and bridge over bread, while commenting on seasonal attire from fur necks to silken ankles. It questions consistent effort and mentions stage ambitions and wartime notes from abroad.
The federal game law protecting migratory birds took effect at midnight Wednesday, banning the shooting of all ducks and migratory game birds until September 1 next year. Nebraska enforces the federal provision in its first district from November 15, while many states plan January 1 enforcement. Nebraska lawmakers failed to align state law with the national measure, causing hunters to follow federal more than state rules. lawyers say federal law prevails and past Nebraska court cases support this precedence.
President Wilson and his bride enjoyed a lengthy automobile drive along Virginia mountain roads near Hot Springs after receiving congratulatory messages from around the world. Hotel guests and townspeople gathered at Tot Springs as word spread of the motor trip with a White House car acting as guide to the side entrance for the start.
A military training camp for students, business and professional men of the southern states, patterned after Plattsburg, N Y, will be established next April at Fort Oglethorpe Ga. announced by General Wood.
The week featured festive class events across grades with decorated trees and joint programs. Arithmetic tests show notable improvement, seventh graders face crowded space, and sewing classes produce doll dresses and towels. Basketball opens with a decisive Sidney win, and a full schedule unfolds through March. L Wrath leaves for Columbus to visit relatives.
In St Louis a murder attributed to Italian Black Hand agents occurred near a police station. Mrs Genevieve Dimaria was strangled and beaten to death with a hammer. Police pursue the letter writers who demanded “sour money or your blood” from Lorenzo Dimaria, her husband.
By order of the district court clerk a sale of real estate is advertised to satisfy a judgment in favor of v. L. Smith against Genevieve Williams and Marian Moncrieff. The property is the northeast quarter of section eight township fifteen north range fifty two west in Cheyenne County Nebraska. Sale to highest bidder for cash on January 11 1916 at 10 o clock in front of the Sidney Nebraska courthouse. Dated December 9 1916. J W McDaniel Sheriff.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska the County Court holds a hearing on W P Miles petition to adopt William T Collins, son of Edward Collins and Eva M Collins. The court set January 31 1916 at the County Judge's office in Sidney for the hearing, with eligible parties required to attend and show cause why the adoption should not be granted.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska an order sets January 17 1916 at 10 am in Sidney for hearing Patrick McAleese asking probate of Daniel McAleese will. Executors Rev James McAleese and James J McIntosh named. Public notice runs in Sidney Telegraph three weeks prior.
State of Nebraska Cheyenne County county court January 13 1915 at 10 o clock a m hearing on petition of C J Osborn final settlement and allowance of executor Oliver T Bewley deceased notice given to interested parties by publishing this order in Sidney Telegraph for three successive weeks prior to hearing date in the county seat court action to settle the estate and discharge the executor.
Probate notice in Cheyenne County Nebraska addresses creditors of Arthur T. Hiett deceased. Creditors must meet the executrix before the County Judge on February 21 1916 and June 15 1916 at 10 am to present claims. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from November 15 1915. Notice published in Sidney Telegraph for four weeks before February 21 1916.
County Court in Iaia County schedules hearing for decedent Lottie H. Rogers estate. Robert A. Barlow named administrator with will annexed, hearing set January 10, 1916 at 10 a m. Notice to interested parties via Sidney Telegraph for three weeks prior to hearing.
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