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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1897
Page
1
A fragment from a 19th century notice describes a Christian Endeavor event with comic rules for attire and behavior. Fines are listed for women’s outfits and jewelry while men face penalties for clothing or curled hair. Attendees are urged to come with pennies to comply as rules are enforced to the letter.
Special Correspondence describes a busy week in the state legislature. The senate saw 17 of 43 members present in a Saturday session as debates over the judicial amendment resumed. A proposed nonpartisan recount board, county clerks submitting ballots, and a governor empowered to certify outcomes are bemusedly advancing, while Wright and Rainmaker Wright drift from party paths amid rainmaking talk and local political animosity. Woman suffrage saw a House vote against indefinite postponement of Grimo's bill, with 23 to 25, and a party split on supporting a federal amendment to the constitution.
Nebraskan women invited to join the Trans Miss Exposition board of 27 to manage education and science congresses with mass meetings set across Omaha Council Bluffs and Nebraska districts. A Grand Army of the Republic building will house war relics with trophies from government and states. Ethnologic displays of Indian tribes and irrigation exhibits are highlighted as key attractions.
The piece surveys uncertain origins for Valentine s Day noting varied accounts and a February 14 custom where couples paired by lottery. It suggests links to Roman matrons, Lupercalia, and saintly legends but favors a seasonality explanation based on birds mating, implying Valentine pairings arose from February dynamics.
Father Mackie is quite poorly. A crowd in town Monday. T S Mackie helps with a well project this week. Hal Wagoner returned to Cheyenne county last Sunday. EB Bowlin family visited in town, Chase relatives. Weather mixed with light snow Saturday night. A grand masquerade ball planned at the M W A hall on the 22nd. JS Thompson was ill for a few days. Round House Rock School held a Sunday school meeting last Sabbath at 3 pm. Glendale School House hosts a Sunday gathering with Brother Willie Harper filling in Rev Hornday’s stead. A strong attendance and a good literary event last Wednesday, with plans for next meeting.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back. Offered for sale by W. TY. Bassett at 25 cents per box.
King Solomonsa's assertion aside, new composite cars now run daily on the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line between Sault Lake City and Chicago. These Buffet Smoking and Library cars are fully modern in design with writing materials and leading newspapers and magazines. The Overland Limited serves daily, with Union Pacific pioneering west of Chicago in inaugurating this service. Tickets should be routed via the Overland Route.
Advertised pain remedy promises rapid relief for strained muscles and rheumatism with unique penetrating action. Claims cure where others only relieve, easing strains cuts burns frost bites and neuralgia. Sold at Scanlan's Drug Store with a 50 cent price and money-back guarantee if unsatisfied.
A Victorian era pamphlet-style warning explains how chronic catarrh can begin with common cold symptoms and worsen if untreated. It touts Pe-ru-na as curative, urging immediate use to prevent lengthy treatment later, and notes the Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company offers a free 64 page booklet by Dr Hartman on winter illnesses and climatic diseases.
Send your address to BH. E. Bucklea & Co. in Chicago to receive a free sample box of Dr. King's New Life Pills. The ad claims they ease Contiscation and Sick Headache and aid malaria and liver troubles, with no deleterious substances and a purely vegetable composition. Regular size 25 cents per box sold by W. F. Bassetti, Druggist.
Mrs E R Breisch hosts a musicale at her home on Wednesday February 17 at 8 o'clock. The Ladies Aid of the M B Church will serve lunch for 10 cents from 5 to 10 o'clock p.m. All are cordially invited. Mu?s Kenworthy, Secy.
Features and dining options at the Wilson House highlight a welcoming stay. The article notes comfortable rooms, hearty meals, and local charm that attract visitors seeking a quiet, restful retreat. Details include the house’s ambiance and service quality for travelers.
Mrs. Young transacted business at Camp Clarke Thursday. Redington village shows the proper spirit toward the North river on the bridge question. Mr. Fred Linburg returned from looking after Mr Guy Laing's horses on the North side range. L B Cary called at the bridge store Wednesday and reports now accidented in fire recently. Chas Tagan plans to put on ice soon. Snyder's wagon broke through the bridge last week but no serious accident. Stockmen praise the mild North river weather this winter with snow reports nearby. Eighteen inches reported at Alliance on the 6th. An old timer, Chas Moore, visited this week.
Mr Geo White travels to Alliance on business while Miss Lulu Hibler returns home from school for a few weeks. A community oyster supper and masquerade ball are planned for February 12 at Mr and Mrs John Hagus and at Mr Richards residence. Debates, ballads, and hay trafficking fill the week as neighbors vaccinate calves to prevent blackleg.
A Clinton Missouri druggist, A L Armstrong, touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup as the best remedy for throat chest and lung troubles noting he sells forty cough remedies yet never so much of any one. He calls it the most perfect remedy for coughs colds and consumption. Price 25 and 50 cents at Scanlan's Drug Store.
The Christian Endeavor Society enjoyed a pleasant evening at Mr and Mrs Barnhart's home last Friday. A large company attended and the lively games and social activities filled the time quickly. Horree Hail showcased new views with his magic lantern, adding to the fun, while Miss Chase sang Mary Had a Little Lamb in her distinctive style. Guests departed voting it one of the brightest social events of the season.
White's Cream Vermifuge is promoted as a purely vegetable worm remedy that cannot harm. Advertised to aid children not growing well, with dark rings, fretfulness, or poor sleep, claiming worms sap vitality. Large bottles, small dose, 25 cents, sold at Scanlan's Drug.
On February 23 1897 at the ranch of Margaret Burk deceased I will publicly auction the personal property of the estate including household goods farming implements windmill fourteen miles of wire fence six horses four colts and more Sale starts at 10 o clock Terms cash W W Chowins Administrator
Notleo announces a February negotiation window in Sidney Nebraska from the 1st to the 18th to discuss renting all or part of his ranch on Lode Pole Creek, located five miles east of Sidney. W. T. Whitney.
To Farmers and Stockmen. I will pay highest cash price for butchers stock dressed chickens etc. Drop me a card if you have anything in this line. LESLIE NEUBAUER.
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