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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1920
Page
16
The Allied Purchasing Agency and Wheat Export Company Inc announce a $1,000,000 flour purchase from United States Grain Corporation. The supply will be shipped immediately from New York to aid Vienna. For daily bread use Oak Grove Oleomargarine.
During my absence Mrs. Frazier will oversee the millinery goods and continue her dressmaking business at my store located here. Nora Braash.
An advertisement in The Telegraph proves effective by reaching a majority of county residents, driving notable engagement and response. The message highlights broad reach and persuasive impact across multiple communities.
Farm experts explain that postwar reconstruction isn’t only national. Farmers face own balance issues as wheat and cereals rose during war while hay pasture and livestock feeds lagged. Overreliance on grain strains soil and meat output, prompting USDA to urge returning to pasture, hay, clover and fertilizer fixing crops to restore balance.
An item notes Pleazall flour available at the Schmitt Implement Company. The brief mentions product availability and the local shop handling the brand.
Bentley Land Company advertises farm loans with ample funds available at seven percent interest. The notice emphasizes accessible financing for farmers seeking capital.
The enumerators for Cheyenne county include Joseph B. Stutner Raymond B. Waterman and Dr F Bassett with duties to visit every dwelling in their districts gather census data under seal and secrecy. They begin January 2 and work through two weeks in urban areas or a month in rural areas barring bad weather as per law and government commissions.
Dr. William Grey Vermilye, government operative against reds, who failed to appear for his wedding to Miss Ruth Keeney in Monson Mass on Christmas, was located at Cumberland Street Hospital in Brooklyn. Police say a physician reported a recent slight operation and requested no information.
Milwaukee December 29 C O Brad shaw general superintendent of the Milwaukee railroad intimated that rate increases are likely when rail roads are returned to former owners. Increased rates he said was the logical way of meeting increased cost of maintenance and labor.
Lincoln Neb December 29 local womans club urges a resumed boycott of eggs by Lincoln women aimed at pressuring egg suppliers and lowering prices.
From early history humans prized furs and feathers for clothing and adornment. Primitive peoples valued bird plumage and animal pelts for warmth and display, a tradition that continues in modern times.
Advertising land options in Cheyenne county with multiple tracts near Sidney Potter and Colton elevator. Listings include 720 acres with Lodgepole creek, 480 acres near Colton, 640 acres seven miles from Potter, and 100 acres cultivated near Sidney. Prices range from 55 to 80 dollars per acre with down payments and easy terms. Also mentions Colorado land and other good buys.
Cheyenne County Board of County Commissioners will meeting Monday January 12 and Tuesday January 13 in place of January 6 1920 due to the annual State Board of Equalization County Assessors and Board of Commissioners meeting at Lincoln Nebraska on January 6 7 and 8 by order of the Board F N Slawson County Clerk
S. R. Perry and Son, agents for the Overland, received a heavy load of new Overland models Monday. They report difficulty obtaining cars to meet rising demand, particularly with the launch of the new light Overland Four.
L. O. Fundingsland is seen in a new seven passenger Nash sedan obtained via R. L Riley of the J. B. Davis Auto Co. The purchase highlights local auto dealer connections and a growing stock of family vehicles.
When in need of electrical repair work or repairing consult The Parks Bros Electric Co. Satisfaction guaranteed. Phone Red-172.
The Nebraska Territorial Pioneers association holds its annual reunion on January 13 1920 in the Lindell hotel Lincoln Neb. The day features reminiscences by state’s oldest residents old fashioned songs led by Mrs Mollie Baird Raymond a poem by Dr Bixby and a luncheon at noon. Members may obtain the Semi Centennial volume. Eligibility includes 35 years living in the state.
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