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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1902
Page
4
An advertisement asserts that using True Economy baking powder makes food delicious and healthful while suggesting the powder could save a family money, implying a yearly cost equivalent to one dollar.
Washington officials indicate all war taxes may be repealed after July 1, totaling about seventy seven million dollars annually. Senators Thurston and Dietrich met in Washington over irrigation policy amid high level discussion. A Senate resolution proposes moving inauguration from March 4 to the last Thursday in April in 1905 extending Roosevelt’s term.
Lincoln launched newspaper the Nebraska State Record led by Frank A. Harrison. Harrison is praised as a brilliant caustic political writer. The paper aims to defend Republican ideals and attack what is described as a corrupt political machine. Purifications and fumigation are urged to continue.
The Nebraska State Record argues the controversy centers on the supporters around Bartley and Savage, not the men themselves. It contends Luartley should soften his bluster and stop claiming to “make and nomake men.” It suggests Bartley has served part of his term, endured disgrace, and should withdraw from public focus to end the issue.
The Omaha World-Herald attacks Senator J. H Millard for a land leasing bill that would allow freeholders to lease vast government tracts at low rent. It warns of land grabbing by wealthy owners and calls for a Commercial club meeting to organize statewide protest to Washington.
Emporia Gazette notes a cheap politician who humbles himself with a single virtue and brags about it, shaping public posture and political theater. The column critiques self congratulation and public persona in local politics.
The piece urges loyalty to friends only when they are right, warning that backing vice or crime harms virtue. It emphasizes evaluating actions, condemning wrong while supporting positive traits, and avoiding blind allegiance or empty phrases.
A Denver Post piece depicts a playful romance where a man serenades a woman, promising a future together. His passion is shown through vivid, exaggerated imagery as she responds with a coy, enthusiastic affirmation and a humorous vow of commitment.
Mrs James McDaniel led a theatre party to Sidney last Monday. J C Wolfe attended the commissioners meeting in Sidney early in the week. Dave Sonday married Miss Peters last Tuesday. Metty recovering at home. Milt Ahrens moved cattle to Oshkosh for hay. DeBruner and Fusha plumbing at W C Bullock's this week. Mrs David Douglass returned to Arkansas after visiting Persinger home. Harry Barrett recovering from rheumatism.
There being no literary last Friday it was held on Thursday this week. Mr Lyngholm lost a cow last week that fell on the ice some time ago. Several from this vicinity planned to attend the masquerade at Kimball last night. Thomas Thurston quit working for Mr Pomeroy and will move to Washington county to manage his aunt's farm. Many were disappointed by the storm last Saturday night about the surprise party at John Anderson's. Rev Leamer visited Lyngholm's last Friday and hoped to attend the library program at the schoolhouse but bad weather kept turnout low.
Ack Clanges and family visited in town Thursday. The village board met Wednesday night. J W Lee is erecting a windmill and tower near his livery barn. Miss Myrtle Irving of Irving visited friends this week. Ray Tarble and Charley Nelson dropped by Thursday. Mrs Will Ayer was called to Bayard by her mother’s illness. her son returned from visiting his parents earlier. Lloyd Smith and Pat Rowlan of Irving were in town on business Wednesday. The Presbyterian church received a new coat of paint. Rumor notes a local talent company may stage a first class play soon.
Manager Scoggin of the Department Store came back from an extended eastern business trip on Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Will Ayer and L R North visited the Sanford Dodge Company at Sidney Monday night. J Porter built an ice house behind his home and has been busy cutting ice this week. Frank Churchill, son of Rev C H Churchill, left for Lincoln last Wednesday to enter Wesleyan College there.
Chicago leader Prof. Roxa Tyler endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy after suffering a severe cold, saying it relieved symptoms quickly and saved a doctor’s bill. Ad mentions Cham berlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets and a sale through D J Scanlon. Also notes Burlington Route Northwest rail fares and a testimonial from C D Glass in Gardiner Me about cure.
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