Sidney News Roundup Skims Social Events and Local Trades
In Sidney on Saturday W. W. Chowins and Glen Cuddy Ford traded. Alfred Sprenger attended a tractor demonstration. The Charivari crowd enjoyed a party hosted by Mr and Mrs Struve. Measles gave Mr Guy Tarman a vacation. Sprenger hauled wheat to Sidney. Mrs E A Selover recovering from mumps. The Kneady? shows, cattle vaccination, and birthdays noted. Various calls to friends, local trade, and classifieds including popcorn price and Boschee’s German Syrup ads.
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W. W. Chowins
Glen Cuddyford
Sidney
Alfred Sprenger
Varieties of Apples Through Early American Exchange
The article traces apple history from Europe to America and back, noting Franklin in London receiving Newton pippins from 1758 and Bartram graft orders. It cites 1821 as the first official U S commercial shipment record, with 68 443 bushels worth 50 900 dollars, and mentions 350 varieties in 1845 plus about 5 000 names in Regan 1905 catalogue of 1804–1904 publications.
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America
Europe
Benjamin Franklin
London
John Bartram
Philadelphia
New World
United States
W. H. Regan
United States Agricultural Department
Typewriting Fades Out on Parchment Deeds
A report notes typewriting on parchment deeds is not durable with newer deposits showing illegible lines and several entirely missing lines in recent years. It highlights material fragility and archival challenges for legal records.
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Leeds
Yawning for Wrinkles Good in Moderation Says Expert
A public health note argues yawning, not laughing, may reduce wrinkles. It claims yawning stretches facial muscles opposite laughter, potentially undoing laugh lines. The piece frames yawning as a natural, harmless practice to counter aging effects.
Facial Failure Sparks Judicial Quip About Shooting
A courtroom exchange features a judge remarking on appearances as a friend is accused in a case involving threats and possible domestic violence. The dialogue highlights social tension and a sharp verbal exchange amid legal proceedings.
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Wier & Hamilton
Sidney, Neb
Boschee
RED Cross Pharmacy
Earth
Sidney Lumber OO
Adolph G. Swenson
Wooley & Co
Stutt-Hink
Sidney, Nebr
Crown
Sidney Mercantile Co
Western
Nebraska
Sid
Ney, Nebraska, On
Prope
Bay Mares
Durco Shoals
Aultman-Taylor
Deering
McCormick
Osborn
John Deere
Columbus
H. P. Galloway
Oberfelder
Kings
Oberfelder Building
First National Bank
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