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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1916
Page
5
The Helping Hand Club on February 24 1916 records the death of the little son of Mrs Kate Payzant. It extends heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family and hopes they lean on Jesus in their time of sorrow.
A 1916 schedule lists eighth grade exams held at Potter Dalton Lodgepole and Sidney court house on March 9 10 April 13 14 and May 5. Written recommendations from teachers are required before students may take the examinations. Anna McFadden County Superintendent.
Auctioneers Fundingland and Millett list upcoming stock and farm sales across Nebraska and Colorado with dates from February 26 to March 8 at Perkins Sale Barn Sidney Bushnell Peetz Loveland and a note of undated saleyards. A trip by Mr and Mrs Hie Eckert Mrs John Eckert and daughters Clara and Lauren Dugger to Sidney is also noted.
A new low down manure spreader from Moline is being offered at a bargain price with emphasis on affordability. Bargain buyers are invited to inspect the unit and compare value against other models in local listings.
The notice hints at a large exhibit of choice pattern hats showcasing famous Gage creations at a future date. Details on timing or location are not provided, but the event promises prominent fashion pieces from noted designer Gage.
Billy Sunday closed eight weeks of evangelistic work in Trenton with a farewell to 12,000 attendees many of whom cried. Dr Minton, chairman of the Trenton Sunday committee, presented a free will offering totaling 32,358 after forthcoming checks add 377. Reported attendance reached 810,000 with 16,764 trail hits.
Major H. P. Myton of Salt Lake was found not guilty of the murder of Roy J. Horton an Industrial Worker of the World street orator. The jury accepted Myton's self defense plea and acquitted him.
A Peturs on weekly article explains light as a luminous ether filling air spaces and a nervous reaction to rapid changes. It notes the eye pupil’s slow adjustment causes discomfort when moving from dark to bright rooms. It compares human vision to animals that enlarge pupils to see in darkness.
Lilly the astrologer and alchemist could not foretell his own future clearly. He married a tempestuous wife who brought him £300 as dowry but cost him over £1006 in total. The note from the London Telegraph frames the cautionary tale of marrying imprudently.
German seaplanes raided east and southeast England dropping seventeen bombs causing notable damage along the coasts. Casualties officially listed as two killed one missing and one marine wounded. Lowestoft saw some bombs but limited damage given distance from hostile bases. Reports note a German idea of a submarine acting as a hangar for seaplanes near objectives. Political and military actions in Armenia Belgium France and Albania described as Allied and Central forces maneuver along Yser canal Meuse Moselle Champagne Argonne and Durazzo. Unofficial notes from Saloniki claim Bulgarian patrols repelled by Greek forces.
In dense fog at South Cheney Washington five people died and six were injured when Northern Pacific North Coast Limited eastbound train No. 2 rear crashed into Burlington train No. 42. Victims from the Northwest were taken to Spokane. Names include Elton Fulmer state chemist and J. J. White Spokane passenger agent. Both trains were detoured due to flood conditions. the Burlington rear pulled back onto its station front and a day coach was telescoped.
Reports from the Mississippi flood zone say four steamers and many flatboats are aiding refugees from Newellton to Natchez and between Natchez and the Buck Ridge crevasse. Victims suffer exposure and hunger as the widening crevasse floods Tensas Concordia Franklin and Catahoula parishes.
Erskine B. Russell secretary of the Russell Grain Company and Kansas City board of trade member died when his car plunged over a fifty foot embankment. Two women in the vehicle were injured.
A large explosion at the Nish ammunition store killed or wounded three Bulgarian officers and forty soldiers. In Nish fifty Servians were arrested and charged with complicity in the affair.
The French steamer Memphis was sunk by the Austrian submarine Durazzo. The incident marks a naval loss as authorities confirm the destroyer action against the vessel.
The Bb OMOS Club hosted its semiannual party Tuesday at Ed Ahrens home for forty guests. Decorations featured bunting and flags, with E P Swan praised as decorator. Prizes went to Mrs Fletcher Mann and Mr L L Martin in a history game. music by Mrs Charles Mann and Mrs Ahrens, followed by a two-course luncheon and patriotic chocolate desserts.
The King's Daughters met Monday afternoon with Mrs VanGorder and had full attendance and great interest. Lunch was served.
Dr. W. T. Eikner returned Sunday evening from Denver where he had been at his small daughter's bedside as she fought diphtheria. He himself was ill with grip after the trip and had only just left his home Thursday to go out again.
George Gunderson of Potter called at several Sidney business places on Wednesday. Beatrice Gadd of Bridgeport visited a short time with her father Doctor Webster. Mrs Dan Kelly sold her green cottage to Mr Taylor of the Sidney Mercantile store who will move it to the north side onto the Rasmussen lots east of the Doctor Bennett home. Frey Seegar bought the vacated lot and will build a modern home, improving the Lincoln Highway area.
Mrs H Schroeder and daughter Elizabeth, and Mrs E D Worden traveled to Norfolk Nebraska this morning to visit relatives. Worden seeks health improvement from her mother's sunshine and care for a period. Schroeder will return after a few days, while Elizabeth will stay for several months.
David Huff and his wife announce retirement from care of the county court house on March 1. They have supervised the building and grounds since it was constructed, keeping the property in pristine condition and earning praise from visitors and taxpayers alike for the lawn and orderly grounds.
Word reached Sidney Monday of the death of O. W. Seyfer a prominent Kimball businessman. He died after an operation for appendicitis with complications. Seyfer was a high degree Mason. His body was taken to Sidney then to Minatare with a Masonic delegation. The remains departed north Thursday morning at nine o clock.
Chicago physicians ordered heavyweight champion Jess Willard to bed due to illness. The March 25 bout with Frank Moran at Madison Square Garden may be postponed as Willard relapsed. doctors say recovery could let him return to competition, but he must remain in bed.
Cheyenne County Fair Association will convene Saturday afternoon March 4th at two o'clock in the county courthouse to elect officers and conduct business for the year. All interested parties are invited to attend and help outline plans. CG. S. Radcliffe, Secretary.
Regular services at 10 a m and 7 30 p m. Next Sunday preaching at Center at 3 p m. Subject is John's message to the churches.
The Washburn family’s friends recall their move to Moscow eight years ago after living here twenty years. Their two children, born to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Wilson, formerly Miss Mattie Washburn, survived a dangerous bout of pneumonia, having been brought very low but now out of danger.
Reverend May is released from quarantine with his personal disinfection completed while his home remains under restriction. The child nears recovery. May will stay outside the home and not visit family until clearance. He will lead church services and invites all able to attend without alarm.
Charles Lundin of Potter was reported in Sidney on Thursday, with locals noting his visit to town.
This passage notes the ancient use of leather hoof coverings for horses preceding Pliny and Aristotle. Boots sometimes featured metal studs, though most were plain, reflecting the cheapness of leather and the ability to readily “reboot” a horse.
Local advertisement invites readers to visit Sidney Lumber Co to explore home building and renovation needs. The brief notice highlights flooring, framing, and supply services, urging customers to inquire about available products and pricing.
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