Neighbors Boost Through Commercial Clubs in Western Nebraska
R A Blake reports from Chadron Crawford and Alliance as Sidney Chamber promotes unity. Clubs advance cities by linking business with farming, with Alliance hosting dozen conventions this year and Chadron boasting strong fair finances. Crawford aims to host state events and expand wholesale trade. Cooperation among towns expands opportunities for Sidney’s growth.
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R. A Blake
Chadron
Crawford
Alliance
Sidney Chamber of Commerce
Chadton
Sidney
Nebraska
Chamber of Commerce of
Uncle John Cawley Turns 87 With Royal Celebration
Uncle John Cawley celebrated his 87th birthday with a gymnasium pose and remarks on 87 years of rectitude. Local businesses sent gifts including tobacco and candy cigars, fruit, and other items as B. Johnson delivered the collection. The event awarded him royal treatment and set an example for others reaching the seven milestone.
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John Cawley
Uncle John
Wz. B. Johnson
Cawley
State Auditor's Biennial Report Available for 10 Cent Postage
Nebraska State Auditor announces the Biennial Report for the two years ending November 30 is ready but unfunded for distribution. The 528 page book includes about 40 tables on taxation and state finances, legislative appropriations, and expenditures across all branches. Copies can be requested by citizens of Nebraska for ten cents in stamps to cover postage. WM. H. SMITH, State Auditor, Lincoln, Neb.
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Nebraska
WM. H. Smith
Lincoln
Neb
Local and Personal Notes From The County
W J Shoemaker ill at home with appendicitis. Albert Jeudes of North Divide traded in the city Tuesday. Mrs Waller of Lodgepole shopped in Sidney Tuesday. Mrs Eddy of Lodgepole visited Miss Ethel Klein Saturday. A Feecht of Dalton overnighted in the county seat Wednesday. Mr and Mrs IFE Reider hosted a dinner for six on Sunday. Wm S Schroll of Lodgepole visited Sidney Friday. Fo o W Portrey erected a new Challenge wind mill on his farm bought from The Essig Store. P McGinnis of Kimball spent Tuesday here renewing old friendships. Fred Cushing visiting folks at home. John Daugherty's ranch stays until after the sale. J C Clark of the S E S plant hurt hand Tuesday but kept working. Miss Lola Heizer of Dalton spent Saturday with friends and attended the dance. Walter Wade and family left Monday for David City Nebraska where Wade bought a laundry. Mrs Catherine Ward departed Thursday for Denver to visit son and grandchildren. A W Atkins of Bridgeport greeted friends Thursday evening. F L Doty and family returned Saturday from Maidson where they buried Mrs Doty’s father.
Miss Sophie Gould Returns After Two Week Trip
Miss Sophie Gould comes home from Canon City Colorado and other points after spending two weeks with relatives.
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Sophie Gould
Canon City
Colorado
The King's Daughters Discuss Belgian Duty
The King's Daughters met Monday with Mrs. McClenaghan and among other subjects discussed whether they had a duty to discharge for the Belgians.
Ayle Brothers Welcome J H Ayle to Hibbing Visit
J H Ayle of Hibbing Minnesota arrived last Friday to spend two weeks with his brothers A S and E V Ayle. He traveled as far as North Platte by automobile.
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J. H Ayle
Hibbing
Minnesota
A. S
E. V. Ayle
North Platte
Vernon man visits Simla to await family reunion
Richard Hughes of Vernon Colorado spent a few hours in town then traveled to Simla to see his sister Mrs Louis Scheutz. He will stay until the family are recovered.
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Richard Hughes
Vernon
Colorado
Simla
Louis Scheutz
Bowser Family Visits City for Dental Work
Mr and Mrs Ed Bowser and their son Perry from Lodgepole were in town on Wednesday Perry is undergoing dental treatment after several teeth were loosened or knocked loose in an incident involving a fork handle in use The family was seen at local offices and stores during their visit.
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Ed Bowser
Perry
Lodgepole
North Platte duo return from Episcopal convention choir
Arthur Bullard and Jim Clinton of North Platte spent several hours with friends after returning from the Episcopal convention at Bridgeport where they participated as choir members.
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Arthur Bullard
Jim Clinton
North Platte
Bridgeport
J K Jorgenson Reports Improved Business Outlook
J K Jorgenson returned Thursday after a ten day trip through Iowa and eastern Nebraska with a more optimistic view of the business climate than on a prior visit. Omaha shows relief from money stringency as the federal reserve fund extends its influence, banks reopen to negotiate paper, and smaller towns lag behind in revival, especially Iowa which faced a quarantine and poor crop year.
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J K Jorgenson
Iowa
Nebraska
Omaha
Federal Reserve Fund
Potter case Bundy versus Adams ends with fine
County Attorney Radcliff was called to Potter Wednesday to serve in Bundy versus Adams for assault and battery. The hearing before Justice Ames drew local interest. Deputy Sheriff George Gunderson served papers for many witnesses. The quarrel started from a fight between the principals’ sons when Mr Adams intervened. The defendant was fined ten dollars plus costs totaling fifteen dollars.
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Radcliff
Potter
Bundy
Adams
Justice Ames
George Gunderson
Weather Turns Mild Then Snow After Rain
The weather improved since last weekend reaching summer mildness and straw hats. People cleaned yards and washed windows before a rain Thursday night brought steady snow. The change is viewed as beneficial, preventing an early warm spell that could have harmed sprouts and buds.
Dalton Teachers Meet in Splendid Saturday Assembly
A Dalton teachers gathering last Saturday was described as splendid. Attendees included county Superintendent Miss McFadden City Superintendent Braham and several local educators such as Ledger Slawson Meade Starrett Grace Mc Fadden Neubauer Hazel Hand Vera Hand and Miss Hiett of Peetz who traveled by train from nearby areas.
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Dalton
Miss McFadden
Braham
Ledger
Slawson
Misses Meade
Starrett
Grace McFadden
Neubauer
Hazel Hand
Vera Hand
Miss Hiett
Peetz
Purchaser Wim Rhode Arrives for Daugherty Ranch Sale
Wim Rhode of North Bend arrived Tuesday and plans to move onto the John Daugherty ranch as soon as Daugherty conducts his sale on the yard.
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Wim. Rhode
North Bend
John Daugherty
Mr. Daugherty
Births announce two new arrivals in local area
Born Saturday February 6 to Mr and Mrs Ed Madditt of the north divide a son. Born in Denver Monday February 1 to Mr and Mrs R A Tiffany a daughter. The little one lived but a short time Mrs Tiffany was Miss Ida Osterberg and the young couple have many friends here who deeply sympathize with them in their sorrow.
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Ed Madditt
The
North Divide
Denver
R. A. Tiffany
Tiffany
Ida Osterberg
Construction Progress Around Town Noted During Walk
In a recent town stroll, foundations rise at the large Fundingsland building site on the north side, and work continues on Newt Witters cottage. Mr Antrim settles his family in a new home, John Owen plans a house after frost, Earl Ajgle and Oscar Erickson begin houses. The Wellner cellar remains active below frost while others push forward. Prosperity lingers as paths to Tipperary loom in optimistic chatter.
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Fundingsland
Newt Witters
Mr Antrim
John Owen
Frost
Earl Ajgle
Oscar Erickson
Tipperary
Episcopal deanery meeting attends Bridgeport and Sidney
From Saturday to Monday the North Platte Deanery of the Episcopal church convened at Bridgeport and Sidney with representatives. Miss Phyliss Corbett and Miss Helen Bassett, chaperoned by Miss Willis, represented the Sidney Episcopal class. Judge Chambers and wife and Prof R. Q. Chambers visited Minatare earlier and joined the meeting. Miss Katherine Greenlee taught at Minatare and met her sister Miss Martha Greenlee of this place. All report a splendid time. They returned Sunday and Monday as duty required except Miss Willis who remained to visit her brother Will and Rob Willis of Bridgeport. The North Platte chair of young men and Dean Bowker attended each service.
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North Platte
Episcopal Church
Bridgeport
Sidney
Phyliss Corbett
Helen Bassett
Willis
Sidney Episcopal
Judge Chambers
R. Q. Chambers
Minatare
Katherine Greenlee
Mminatare
Martha Greenlee
Miss Willis
Will
Rob Willis
Dean Bowker
Valley Receiving Some Attention
Representative Bates announces a favorable committee report on a bill to appropriate funds for pump irrigation experiments in Lodgepole Valley. If enacted the project could transform the valley into a garden like those already developed elsewhere with the irrigation system in place.
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Bates
Lodgepole Valley
Obituary of Esther Ella Schuetz Nine at Bridgeport
Esther Ella Scheutz nine daughter of Mr and Mrs Louis Scheutz of Greenwood Morrill County died February 1 1915 at home from pneumonia aged nine years five months seven days Funeral held February 3 at home burial in Bridgeport Brother Phillip Scheutz in Denver and aunt Mrs Ella Burke of Sidney attended family others ill gradually improving Sidney friends hope for relief after heavy clouds.
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Louis Scheutz
Greenwood
Morrill County
Bridgeport
Phillip Scheutz
Denver
Ella Burke
Sidney
Dan Bergman Seen Trading as Cheyenne Merchant in Town
Dan Bergman, appearing younger and more prosperous, moved through his network of friends Wednesday while handling business matters. The Cheyenne-based merchant was noted for his updated attire and confident demeanor during the visit.
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Dan Bergman
Cheyenne
Robbins to Hold Public Sale February 19
E G Robbins will hold a public sale at his place on February 19 as advertised in another column. If stormy weather interrupts the date the sale will be postponed to Wednesday February 24.
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Robbins
Miss Gladys Hamilton Leaves for Mitchell Nebraska
Miss Gladys Hamilton departed Friday for Mitchell Nebraska to visit her sister Mrs Merrick Ramella and family. She has spent several weeks in Sidney with her sister Mrs John Mills.
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Gladys Hamilton
Mitchell
Nebraska
Merrick Ramella
Sidney
John Mills
Railroad Notes February Safety Meeting Report
The monthly safety meeting for February was held in Foreman Nicholson's office last Tuesday with fifteen Local Committee members present. Water Service Supervisor A Burg of Grand Island attended and several beneficial suggestions were discussed. The Union Pacific rotary plow at Sidney was run to Cheyenne and back last week due to snow drifts between Sidney and Cheyenne. UP claim adjustor A D McDowell spent part of Thursday in the city on official business.
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Union Pacific
Sidney
Cheyenne
A.D McDowell
A Rudd Spends Days in Davison Precinct With Relatives
A Rudd stayed several days in Davison precinct visiting relatives as spring approaches, noting he will have little chance to lark around once it is underway.
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A. A Rudd
Davison
Hog Market Moves as Prices Lag Feed Costs Rise
Monday a few hog wagons drove into market. Hogs are off in price but while feed is so high it scarcely pays to feed while waiting for prices to improve.
Ground broken for Wellner house on Lincoln Highway
Monday contractor John Owens broke ground for the basement of the new Wellner house to be built across the street south of S. H. Snyders bungalow on Lincoln Highway. It will be a roomy modern cottage with every improvement.
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John Owens
Wellner
S. H. Snyder
Lincoln Highway
Straw hats bloom as sun warms streets
The first straw hat of the season appeared on Wednesday between fur hats, as spectators noted three straw hats in the afternoon sun. The thermometer showed 85 degrees as warmth spread through the crowd.
Ladies Aid Society Hosts Welcome Reception at Methodist Church
The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist church held an unusually interesting meeting last Wednesday afternoon. It served as a reception to the new lady members of the church, and a dainty lunch was provided by the officers of the Air Society.
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Ladies Aid Society
the Methodist Church
The
Air Society
Prospector family finds welcome home in county of prosperity
A. R Scott and wife with two children have wandered months seeking a better location. After months in Washington state with no promising prospect they return to the county of prosperity to visit Mrs. Scott's parents Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bancroft.
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A. R Scott
Washington State
Charlie Hower Recovers After Icy Fall Injury
Charlie Hower is healing from a serious leg fracture after slipping on an icy sidewalk two weeks ago. Friends visit during his isolation to bring news and treats, trying to lift his spirits while he mends.
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Charlie Hower
Mrs Kreuger Summoned by Wire After Sister's Death
Mrs W F Kreuger was summoned by wire to Shenandoah on Sunday due to the sudden death of a sister from hemorrhage of the lungs. The message arrived while guests dined with Mr and Mrs Reider, and was withheld until after dinner. The incident echoed a previous similar occurrence at Kreuger's lake nearly two years prior. The lady left on the afternoon train amid deep sympathy from many friends.
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W. F. Kreuger
Shenandoah
Kreuger
Washingtons birthday school entertainment planned
The public school plans an entertainment on Washingtons birthday with a detailed program to be announced next week. A ten student debating squad is studying whether the Government should take over railroads, with a preliminary debate set soon. The girls basketball team played Kimball in an away contest, with unclear results. A Sidney Scottsbluff game followed, ending in a probable lively match after a prior tie. The Wood Sisters were unable to reach Sidney by February 2 and will visit later. Enrollment rules note five year olds not yet in school may begin in March or September.
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Washington
Kimball
Kimball Co H. S
Scottsbluff
Sidney-Scottsbluff
Wood Sisters
Sidney
Bureau
Married couples wed in Denver area by county judges
Chauncey H. Getman of Denver and Cora Garrison of Denver were married February 6 by County Judge Chambers. Thomas Jefferson of Fleming Col. and Fayla Grace Rogers of Denver were married February 7 by County Judge Chambers at his residence.
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Chauncey H. Getman
Denver
Cora Garrison
Chambers
Thomas Jefferson
Fleming
Fayla Grace Rogers
Loveland Man and Denver Woman Wed in February Ceremony
A. Strong of Loveland Colorado and Amanda Boag of Denver were joined in marriage on Monday February 8 at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. May.
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Ad A. Strong
Loveland
Colo
Amanda Boag
Denver
Rev
May
Methodist
The Jolly Dancers Dance Night Shines in City
The Jolly Dancers performed Wednesday night to dulcet string music, delighting attendees. The club is noted as the citys most popular dancing venue.
Livont and Peel Offer Renewal at Palace Livery Barn
Chris Livoni and George Peel, owners of Palace Livery Barn, announce a February 12th renewal invitation for old customers and a trial offer for new clients. They pledge to please customers with renewed service.
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Chris Livoni
George Peel
Palace
Essig Store Imposes Interest on Old and New Accounts
Notice states last year’s accounts accrue ten percent interest and new accounts will be charged ten percent after thirty days. Essig Store.
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Essig
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Bonding and Loans
Livoni & Son
W. J. Shoemaker
Albert Jeudes
Waller
Mrs. Eddy
Ethel Klein
A. Feecht
Ife Reider
Wm. S. Schroll
Fo O W. Portrey
P McGinnis
Fred Cushing
J.C. Clark
Lola Heizer
Walter Wade
David City
Mr. Wade
Catherine Ward
A. W. Atkins
F. L. Doty
Maidson, & M
Mra Doty
Valley
Esther Ella Schuetz
Hornaday
Wonder Basement
C. W. Hornaday
Sidney, Nebraska
Railroad Notes
Save Your Dimes
Getman—Harrison
Jefferson—Huston
Livont & Phel
Essig Storis
Oberfelder & Company
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