Good speeches at men's luncheon
W K Hodgkin chaired the Wednesday Chamber of Commerce luncheon where A B Phipps led eight guests from Sterling Lumber and Investment Co. Speakers from San Luis Valley and Pine Bluffs shared insights on farming, hog cholera control, irrigation, and local business cooperation, ending with plans for future meetings.
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Big Company
Chamber of Commerce
W. K. Hodgkin
Chamber
A. B. Phipps
Sterling Lumber and Investment Company
W. P. McPhee
F. C. Metz
R. M. Burton
W. Richardson
R. J. Kavalec
J. W. Smith
A. E. Manning
G. B. Nelson
McPhee
J. L. McIntosh
Notre Dame
Cigara
Hodgkin
Johnson
Denver
San Luis Valley
Colorado
Lion’s Club
San Luis
How Masters’ Association
Landseekers Here in Large Numbers
J A Bentley a leading land dealer reports a surge of inquiries from eastern parties about land in the last weeks. He has provided information and two car loads of land seekers were dispatched to Burlington Colorado, as he believes renewed investor interest will boost local development and benefit the community.
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J. A. Bentley
Bentley
Burlington
Colorado
Good Old Shrine Band Forms After Kimball Visit
Shriners visited Kimball on Monday to spread Saxophone music and organize a local Shrine band. The trip sparked plans for a Kimball group with several members plus interest in a broader western territorial union of sax bands as events permit. Members listed include C. W. Yeat A. E. Phelps W. K. Hodgkin George Boldue and others.
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Kimball
Sidney
Shrine
C. W. Yeat
A. E. Phelps
W. K. Hodgkin
George Boldue
Farl Kratz
F. A. Barger
R.8. Scott
Dan Cooper
G. E. Hart
B. W. Bonham
R. E Witham
Earl Thayer
Dan Elkington
Blaine Grabill
Death of B A Lathrop Former Denver Telephone Pioneer
B A Lathrop buried in Denver December 30 amid reports of smallpox tolls in the city. He ran the first telephone system here with the exchange on the southeast courthouse square. Miss Myrtle Lancaster was his chief operator. He died at about 60 six, survived by wife, daughter, and son. recently visited and appeared robust.
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B. A. Lathrop
Denver
Bakery Burglarized Blot on Busy Street Corner
Councilman Breternitz reports a Tuesday morning burglary at his bakery. Entry was gained through the front basement window under the show window. a revolver, tobacco, and about a dollar and a half from the cash register were stolen. It follows another recent burglary, and the Breternitz family notes no prior losses in ten years of residence.
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Breternitz
Mrs Phelps Hosts Sumptuous Saturday Bridge Party
For Her Sister Mrs Varney of Denver attends a popular Saturday luncheon and bridge session at Mrs A B Phelps. Guests settled at small tables for games. Mrs Semerad won the high score and Mrs Lowe followed. Mrs Phelps hosted again yesterday in a similar fashion.
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A. B. Phelps
Party at McDaniels Pleases Young Set
Miss Helen McDaniel assisted by Misses Elizabeth Worden and Louise Friedman hosted a party at the Mc Daniel home for 26 young attendees. The large parlors were cleared for dancing to the Victrola, games provided restfulness, and a luncheon was served for a delightful evening.
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Helen McDaniel
Elizabeth Worden
Louise Friedman
McDaniel
Bentley Family Settles Into New Home Purchased From Frank Whitelock
Chariton Bentley and his family are comfortably settled in their newly purchased residence from Frank Whitelock, marking a positive move into a fresh home environment.
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Chariton Bentley and
Frank Whitelock
Directors Elected For Present Year At Sidney Farm Loan Meeting
The Sidney National Farm Loan Association held its annual meeting at the court house with 19 of 42 members present. Directors for the year are Peter Nelson, Gus Narges, Alfred Springer, L. H. Bordwell, and J. M. Nelson. The association announced a 13 percent dividend and outlined loan terms, with J. H. Bordwell reelected chairman and C. P. Chambers secretary.
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Sidney National Farm Loan Association
Court House
L. H. Bordwell
C. P. Chambers
Congress
Norbeck
Senate
Farm Bloc
The
Nation Association
Sidney Association
Federal Land Bank
Peter Nelson
Gus Narges
Alfred Springer
J. M. Nelson
J. H. Bordwell
Pleasant coffee demonstrations travel two visiting women
Good Free Drinks Mrs. Anna Stilt of Omaha and Mrs. Helen Angier of Des Moines Iowa left Thursday for Julesburg. They have been in the city two weeks demonstrating a popular coffee brand and providing good cups of coffee to downtown residents. Demonstration points were Cheyenne County Trading Company and The Farmers Union store.
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Anna Stilt
Omaha
Helen Angier
Des Moines
Iowa
Julesburg
Cheyenne County Trading Company
Farmers Union
Pleasant note from former Sidney music supervisor now Hazelton director
The Telegraph received a friendly communication from Prof. D. J. Lewis former supervisor of music in Sidney schools. He is described as a likable, gifted man now directing music in Hazelton Public Schools a large system where he is very happy. The Telegraph hopes he keeps in touch with his many friends.
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D. J. Lewis
Sidney
Hazelton
Pennsylvania
Lewis
Mrs Andrews Seeks Treatment for Nervous Breakdown
To Sanitarium Mrs. C. M. Andrews accompanied by her husband and her father Mr Philpot of Omaha went to Lincoln Saturday evening on No 18 to take treatment for a nervous breakdown. Her condition has grown worse for the past two months and she required constant attendance. Friends of the family hope she will find relief and be returned cured soon.
Weather and storm report with high winds and deadly tornadoes
A weather note recalls winds of up to 50 miles per hour on Monday and Tuesday. It references a 75 mile per hour wind record in Colorado and Wyoming where several people were killed, many injured, and substantial property damage.
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Colorado
Wyoming
Demonstration successes in county butchering and canning events
County extension staff led three days of meat cutting and canning lessons at Henry Meyer ranch south of Lodgepole George Reetz farm north of Potter and William Sharman place north of Colton, drawing 105 attendees including 18 men and 15 to 18 women. Edith Cone Lincoln and Ace Epperly demonstrated meat canning and cutting while county agent Scott assisted.
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Henry Meyer
Lodgepole
Ace Epperly
Agricultural Extension Service
Edith Cone
Lincoln
George Reetz
Potter
Wiliam Sharman Place
Colton
Scott
State Farmers Unions meet in Omaha with broad local representation
The annual convention of the State Association of Farmers Unions met in Omaha this week. Every local here was represented. Attendees included J. L. Locke, C. E. Magnus, J. C. Jurgenson, Walter Happel, Claude Moorehead, Emil Collart, Andy Brott, A. Leafdale, Phil Thursteson, Mrs. Deaver, Emanuel Brauer and Neil Olson. Other names were not obtained.
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State Association of Farmers Unions
Omaha
J. L. Locke
C. E. Magnum
J. C. Jurgenson
Walter Happel
Claude Moorehead
Emil Collart
Andy Brott
A. Leafdale
Phil Thursteson
Mrs. Deaver
Emanuel Brauer
Neil Olson
Not a Bad Sick Leave Miss Georgia Martin
Miss Georgia Martin, a post office clerk, enjoys an enforced vacation with books music flowers and friendly neighbors. She states she is well apart from a sprained knee ligaments requiring bed rest for about two more weeks.
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Georgia Martin
Uncle Sam
Baby Fay Livoni Dies of Pneumonia at Tiny Age
Twin sister of Floyd Livoni, Fay Livoni, died Thursday night from pneumonia that lasted just over a day. Funeral held Thursday afternoon at grandparents home, with Reverend W. T. Kahse presiding. Born on Thanksgiving and baptized December 31.
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Fay
Floyd
John C. Livoni
John Livons
W. T. Kahse
Lutheran Church
Way it Looks Fecht Reports Farming Pluses
H A Fecht of Delton visited Thursday on errands and notes money loosening in the community. Wheat markets show dollar wheat selling and fair corn prices. Fall wheat prospects are weak, but spring crop acreage is expected to rise significantly.
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H. A. Fecht
Delton
Wheat prospects seen by Weyerts visitor
Harry Thompson of Weyerts reported in the city Friday and said he remains hopeful about wheat prospects. He examined fields and found sturdy roots in the stubble, though some summer tilled fields do not show as well upon inspection.
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Harry Thompson
Weyerts
N&É
Johnson Remains Secretary of Chamber
The Chamber of Commerce board met in regular session and voted to meet monthly. They retained J. W. Johnson as secretary in view of his public spirit and activity in the past.
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Chamber of Commerce
J. W. Johnson
Western Nebraska Senators Gain Senate and House Seats
State lawmakers J B Kroh and George Ernst are listed to receive the daily journal at The Telegraph during the Nebraska legislature session. Kroh is assigned to eight committees including Accounts and Expenditures Constitutional Amendments Extention Highways Bridges Irrigation Livestock School Lands while Ernst also secures significant placement.
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Telegraph
J. 8. Broh
George Ernst
Hst
Daily Journal
Senate
House
Nebraska
Kroh
Ernest
Chop Suey Party for Six Japanese Ladies at Home
Mrs Fred Griffith hosted a chop suey party Saturday evening for six Japanese guests. The tea and Orient dishes arrived with Chinese delicacies and flowers in finger bowls. Mrs Chet Miller, described as a petite Japanese maiden, escorted the party to a show after the gathering.
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Fred Griffith
Chet. Miller
Osborn Named State President of Farmers Unions
The convention in Omaha chose C. J. Osborn as state president of the Farmers Unions by unanimous vote. Osborn belongs to this county and will lead the organization as plans advance.
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C. J. Osborn
Omaha
Osborn
Odd Fellows Install Officers for Coming Year
The 1. O. O. F. held a Monday night installation with Noble Grand J B Cop ley Vice Grand E Gould Treasurer and Secretary Frank Ackerman seated for the year. District Deputy G M Emil Olson of Chappell assisted and many Dalton brothers attended. A fine lunch and smoker followed the meeting.
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Noble Grand
J B. Copley
E. Gould
Frank Ackerman
G. M. Emil Olson
Chappell
Dalton
Woman's Club General Meeting Presided by Mrs Hodgkin
The Woman's Club held a lengthy general meeting last Tuesday in the club room with President Mrs Ruth Hodgkin presiding. Mrs Matteson reported current events and discussed forthcoming news while entertaining remarks on taxes. Mrs Kepler hosted the day.
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Woman's Club
Ruth Hodgkin
Matteson
Kepler
Chesebro Couple Celebrate 30th Wedding Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Chesebro observed their thirtieth anniversary on December 28 with 40 guests. A six o’clock four course turkey dinner preceded a vow renewal conducted by Rev. Kilburn, preceded by attendants and floral arrangements, marking a joyful evening.
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O. F. Chesebro
Mrs High Visis visits Sidney friends during vacation
Mrs. Helen High arrived Wednesday night of last week to visit Sidney friends and stay as a house guest at the A. E. Tanner home. She holds a desirable office position in Los Angeles and is spending her month’s vacation in Sidney and eastern Nebraska, departing for that region on Tuesday.
N P Rasmussen Visits Potter on Saturday by Train
N Pp. Rasmussen traveled from Potter by train on Saturday to tend to several personal errands and returned the same day.
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N. Pp
Rasmuesen
Potter
Sidney Hosts Investment Company Convention With Stockholders
A national investment company convention gathers in Sidney this week, with 35 towns represented and over 60 stockholders attending. Meetings at Cheyenne County Lumber and Hub City Implement, three days of sessions, banquets at Union Pacific hotel, and peppy matches at the Country Club mark the event. A trophy hung in Thayer drug store signals awards before adjournment. Mr. Phelps, president of the Chamber, presided as guests praised Sidney’s growing role attracting outside capital.
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Sidney
Denver
Sterling Lumber and Investment Company
Cheyenne County Lumber Company
Hub City
Country Club
Thayer Drug Store
Union Pacific
Phelps
Chamber of Commerce
W. P., McPhee
F. C. Metz
R. M. Burton
C. W. Kwarasoa
Elec
J. W. Smith
A. E. Mannning
CG. B. Nelson
A. E. Phelps
H. A. Reed
Geo. Buddin
Sutherland
Glenn Wookey
Broadwater
Bruce Robison
Qshkoeh
Earl McCaulley
Proctor
K. A. McCall
Lewellen
A. Correll
Ardmore
Local couple wed in St Michael's church
Miss Josephine Lacy and James Mohatt of Sidney Nebras ka were married at 7 30 on Wednesday morning January 31 in St Michael's church Father Galvin officiated The bride wore brown and was attended by her sister Mary The groom's brother John Mohatt attended The couple planned a wedding breakfast at the bride's father's home and then a trip to Omaha York and other points before settling on the groom's farm near Sidney Their families praised both partners noting her good character and his upright industrious nature.
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The
Telegraph
Spaulding Enterprise
Josephine Lacy
James Mohatt
Sidney
Nebraska
St. Michael’s Church
Father Galvin
Pleasant Visit by Mrs. Ella Benson in Central City
Mrs. Ella Benson of Central City, Towa, is a pleasant visitor in the home of her son, A. C. Wright.
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Ella Benson
Central City
Towa
A. C., Wright
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Kavalec
Bidney
Co. A. Cray
Pine Bluffs
Pine Bluffe
Mr. Cray
Landseekers
Good Old Shrine Band
McDaniels
Sidney Farm Loan Association
Baby Fay Livoni
President Osborn
Odd Fellows
Woman ’S Club
Mrs. High Visis
Conference OF Investment Company
Lacy-Mohatt
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