02 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1917
Page
1
The Carnegie Library Board and the Woman Club announce a public reception and musical evening for the library’s formal opening. On Tuesday February 6 at 8 o clock the main floor will host a friendly gathering with local talent to celebrate the new library. Citizens are urged to attend and bring guests.
The Helping Hand society of the south divide met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs J W Nelson at her home in this city. In bitter cold there was a good turnout and all enjoyed one of Mrs Nelsons famous luncheons. The afternoon focused on business and planning an elaborate feast for men at the Earl Hiett home Saturday. Mrs Joe Wesner of Cheyenne arrived to help speed the parting guest.
State officials announce a new law prohibiting anyone under sixteen from driving. The rule allows sixteen to nineteen year olds to drive only when accompanied by a parent guardian or other adult. Under sixteen may not drive under any condition.
Deputy United States Marshal Wright served papers in Sidney on former County Sheriff J W McDaniel and bondsmen J J McIntosh and F B Tobin. Claude McRae, once in Sidney Municipal Service, sues for 5000 damages over alleged statements by McDaniel. The suit, aided by Attorneys Matson and Spencer, will be heard in U S court.
Last Wednesday in Vienna the Farmers Co operative Union directors and wives gathered for a hour and a half feast around a large salmon gifted by H. P. Edwards of Western Lumber and Millworks Tacoma. C. J. Osborn led toasts while speeches followed. A musical program by Leroy Larson at the Edison store capped the outing, seen as a bright social calendar highlight.
Sidney Lumber Co invites readers to see their offerings promising ideal housing in the premier town on earth. The message emphasizes local credibility and sales presence to attract homeowners seeking quality home materials and services.
Office phone 56 and residence phone 72 listed for Livoni and Son Mortgage Loan and Insurance Co. indicating contact details. The snippet presents business and personal contact numbers without additional context or addresses.
The Red Cross Pharmacy unveils a rebuilt store with expansive plate glass windows, lighted interiors, mahogany tables and chairs, English wall cases, a marble base, and a modern soda fountain. A locked poison cabinet with red interior light signals the danger of drugs in the prescription room.
Last Friday Sidney High defeated Bridgeport 86 to 6 in a decisive win led by guards Elmer Wright and Ray Clinton and forwards Clark Wooldridge Glenn Andrews with center Charlton Bentley. The coming real title tilt pits Sidney against Alliance this Saturday on their home floor with admission at 25 and 35 cents.
A mass meeting at the courthouse drawn over one hundred participants formed a Federal Land Bank Association. Sidney district members organized eleven applicants. officers chosen include E. E. Hiett as president and L. H. Bordwell as secretary. Nine directors named with others welcome upon eligibility.
At Kearney State Normal mid term graduation on January 19 Edith Oldershaw of Sidney completed her course and earned a diploma She will remain at the normal to pursue a post graduate course through June as several teaching positions were offered but she chose to stay for further study
Ores OL repairs in Central Building included a new safe switchboard and conduit work in the gym. Plans to welcome March entrants are in motion. Manual training classes make three sewing tables for domestic science. Primary reading courses are revised with new state reference materials. High school girls basketball adapt to boys rules. coach Mr Pindell and Miss Johnson prepare debaters for upcoming contests. Sidney-Ogallala debate Feb 23. District contest likely late March at Sidney. Alliance Sidney game appeals, with veteran Alliance team vs Sidney. Gymnasiums see increased use by school and community. E L Simpkins of Fairbury suggests paying students five to fifteen cents daily.
The Central Organization of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union of Cheyenne County Nebraska approved auditing county records for fifteen years at the January 27 1917 meeting in Sidney. A three member committee C J Osborn W Neinheiser and Co J Portrey was appointed to urge the County Commissioners at the February 6 meeting to pursue the audit, with Glen Bales president and W J Nelson secretary.
Two cars collided about two miles east of town Monday evening. Paul Borgquist, en route to Sidney, collided with a Lodgepole livery car carrying several ladies when the driver failed to turn right. Both cars sustained damage but no injuries were reported. The livery vehicle was towed to Sidney for extensive repairs.
Miss Mildred Duffin, a student at St Patrick's academy, died Thursday morning from pneumonia after a severe illness. Her Oshkosh family and boarding sisters stood with her, and the funeral was held in Oshkosh. The bereaved community extend sympathy to the grieving family.
Mr Scott of North Platte called on his brother in law Mr Raasch who has been very sick, visiting for a few days to assist and comfort the family during the illness.
A fragment notes money for home financing linked to the Sidney Lumber Company. Details are sparse, but the brief mentions percentage terms and a potential lending or mortgage context affecting a local home purchase.
Government mortality census for 1915 highlights lower accident deaths as total deaths rise with population. Rail and streetcar accidents decline, mine incidents fall, but automobile and firearm fatalities climb. Firearm deaths total 7,994 in 1915, with 3,609 self harm, 2,885 homicides, 1,501 accidents. Tuberculosis deaths drop while cancer deaths rise.
Mrs Mildred Miles Bauer formerly Miss Mildred Miles is listed among guests at a reception hosted by Mrs Hall, a leading organizer in the state, for Mrs Keith Neville wife of the Governor.
Wiker registered as optometrist at McKean Brothers Store provides eye care services. Local residents may schedule exams and purchases of glasses and lenses. The listing notes the new practitioner joining the shop's health offerings with hours posted.
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