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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
4
An Iowa judge granted Mary Kaiser a divorce from John Kaiser and restored her maiden name. The remarks underscore that violence does not prove patriotism and note that new spouses and new cars demand care in early ownership.
The Sidney Telegraph surveys the grave stand between the United States and Germany over the submarine campaign. It urges Kaiser Wilhelm to speak directly and honor his May fourth pledge, while praising President Wilson for decisive action and urging no half measures. It also reflects on American morale, urging summer recreation spaces and gymnasiums to sustain youth well being amid international tension. A local anecdote about a Sidney matron and a mistaken town gossip adds a light, human note.
A compact reflection declares the kicker as a driver of inquiry and progress. It credits Edison as a major kicker in world innovation, while noting that kickers spark reforms and improvements across technologies from kerosene to electric light.
A basketball team improvised a field in a yard to channel youth energy. The space holds about 240 square yards, hosts 20 to 40 boys daily before and after school and on weekends, with no official supervision beyond a self designated referee. One month shows only minor misconduct and scarce cigarette use.
The writer notes the town lies near the center of the United States and could be safe from overseas invasion. With 6500 citizens, they express loyalty to the American flag and comfort in their role producing grain and potatoes for the country, avoiding frontline danger.
A basketball boy suggested the two officials join their dinner offer into one event and invite the ladies as guests. The remark notes one guest had no date, with his chosen lady unavailable at the last minute, and concludes the boy deserves a dinner for the hint.
In England 200000 women and in Germany 600000 women are performing munitions and other jobs traditionally held by men. A reader worries about the impact on the next generation, speculating that these women may produce hardy, self reliant, patriotic offspring.
A local tale hints that a church hymn line invites reflection on mortality. Residents are urged to view the cemetery east of town to consider cremation and the possibility of forming a cemetery association to manage future burials.
A Sidney woman bored with daily life sought a real thrill by finally paying a six dollar and ninety cent bill she had been dodging for a long time.
A baby in a cab frets while a friend asks the mother if a spanking is needed. The mother replies with a wry remark that she may spank soon, reflecting a playful exchange in a domestic moment.
A woman balks at paying ten dollars for groceries all at once yet spends ten dollars on a blouse without hesitation, highlighting differing perceptions of everyday expenses and fashion priorities.
An elderly observer laments how the war erases long familiar maps and borders from their youth. A Sidney mother plans to post a smallpox placard on her home, signaling public health concerns amid turmoil.
A concise line notes a saying that a respectable woman may be secretly linked to the devil in proverbial phrase culture, reflecting moral judgments and social attitudes about women and danger in traditional folklore.
Goward E. Coffin of the naval consulting board stresses in Electrical World that the electrical industry underpins national defense. He says electrical machinery and central power stations will be vital in war, with wiring, ignition, aircraft, vehicles, and nitrogen plants relying on the electrical engineer and industry for uninterrupted energy and essential communications tools.
Rollo Russell explains hail formation as a process in high clouds between 15 000 and 40 000 feet with cyclonic air expansion and rapid mixing of warm moist air. Ice particles form nuclei in upper clouds, electrify during condensation, and grow into hailstones whose shapes vary with the kernel. Large hail often follows unusually hot conditions. A final line notes a young married woman’s notion of an important news item as a baby’s name.
Sidney Steam Laundry advertises quick service with fresh, fashionable spring ladies wear offerings at The Fashion Shop, promising up to date attire and weekday convenience for shoppers.
Viggo Nelson will handle a painting assignment at the residence of a local property owner. The project aims to refresh exterior surfaces and apply a durable finish, with a timeline to begin next week and complete within ten days.
James J. McIntosh Thomas Freeman Adolf Kunzi and Anna Kunzi sue in Cheyenne County Nebraska district court seeking a declaration of their interest in the south half of section 31 the west half of section 32 the southeast quarter of section 34 all in township 17 range 50 west and related parcels in township 16 range 50 west the defendants include unknown heirs devisees and claimants in an extensive probate style action involving Brita Maja Hiiksdotter Erita Maja Oberg Ada Wilhelmina Johansdotter and others.
Legal notice from Ames L McIntosh Thomas Freeman Adol ef Kunzi and Anna Kunzi as plaintiffs requires defendants answer the petition by the Sunday of March 1917. Dated January 23. Courtright Sidner & Ler attorneys for plaintiffs.
The County Court of Cheyenne County Nebraska gives notice to creditors of Mary L Shepherd deceased to present claims for examination on March 7 1917 and September 4 1917 at 10 o clock A M before the Administratrix and County Judge. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from February 2 1917. Publication in The Telegraph for four weeks before March 7 1917. Signed January 31 1917. (Seal) c P Chambers County Judge.
Nebraska state Cheyenne County County Court to hear petition by N E Medlock for probating a Massachusetts will as the last will of Patrick A Collins deceased. Hearing set February 28, 1917 at 10 A M. publication notice to interested parties in The Telegraph for three weeks prior.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska creditors of Henry L. Gray deceased must present claims to the Administrator in Cheyenne County Court Room on April 15 and August 9 1917 at 10 am for examination adjustment and allowance. Six months to file claims and one year to settle from January 1 1917. Published in The Telegraph for four weeks prior to April 16. A D Ol Co P Chambers
The Nebraska Cheyenne County County Court in Sidney advertises for creditors of Evrena Olson deceased. It lists two dates for examining claims March 8 1917 and July 27 1917. Claims must be presented within six months from January 26 1917 and debts paid within one year from that date. The notice is dated January 22 1917 and bears the county court seal.
Creditors of Alvena Range deceased must appear before County Judge of Cheyenne County Nebraska at the County Court Room on March 19 1917 and August 17 1917 at 10 o clock AM for filing examining and allowing claims. Six months from March 16 1917 allowed to settle the estate. Notice to be published in The Telegraph for four weeks prior to March 19 1917. Dated February 9 1917. (Seal) Co P Chambers County Judge.
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