Fatal Accident Claims Section Foreman Coker
Section foreman H Coker of the Barlington road was killed when an engine struck the hand car he and E J Darling were working near the viaduct. Darling escaped with minor injuries as the engine braked too late. The coroner’s inquest returned a verdict naming Coker as the deceased and noting his family’s hardship after recent move from Greenville Illinois. The railroad and local orders assisted the mourning family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.C. Coker
Barlington
E. J. Darling
Darling
Mr. Coker
Coker
Chas, Wright
H. Moore
Ollie Cambria
L. F. Closeman
A. K. Greenlee
J. Pantenburg
C. C. Darnell
H. C. Coker
OB & M
Greenville
Ill
Illinois
Harper & Wright
Carl Vinson Mourns Mother Mary Vinson Death
Carl Vinson mourns the death of his mother Mary M. Bostick Vinson in Pueblo Colorado after a long illness. Born 1848 in Springfield Illinois she was a Methodist Christian since age sixteen and married to William Vinson in 1865, with ten children born to them, nine living. Carl Vinson and wife accompanied the body home for burial. Rev Zianicker led the funeral from the Mann home on Sunday. Vinson expresses the sympathy of many friends in his loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Vinson
Mary M. Bostick Vinson
Pueblo
Colo
Mann Home
Mr. Vincon
William Fisk Heir Search Prompts Estate Contact
In the settlement of Hiram Fisk of Bridgeport Frank Putman is named administrator. The estate has two heirs, son William Finke and daughter Mrs. Peter Rogers, both of Bridgeport. William has been missing for about four years after wandering in Montana. Anyone with information should contact Putman or Rogers to aid the probate and secure William Fisk’s share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiram Fisk
Bridgeport
Frank Putman
Mr. Putman
Mr. Rogers
William Fiske
Chivalry Versus Politics in Cherry County in Brief
The Cherry county treasurer Quible defies electee Miss Gertrude Jordan arguing she is ineligible due to being a woman. The editor questions chivalry in politics and notes the supreme court now weighs whether chivalry or law governs the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. BR. Quible
Cherry County
Gertrude Jordan
Miss Jordan
Mr. Quible
Supreme Court
End In Sight as Trinnier Near Transcribing Morrill County Records
J. E. Trinnier reports he will finish transcribing Morrill County records by month’s end barring unforeseen events. He is a respected community member and will depart with his family causing regret, as Morrill County could not have sent a more capable worker and well wishes follow him to his new offices in his hometown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Trinnier
Morrill County
Mr. Trinnier
Grea
Sidney
Morrisl County
Mr. Trinner
Bargain Sales Open at Thornburgs and Pishman Stores
The article describes a sixty day sale at Thomas F Thornburgs dry goods store and an annual clearing sale at Simon Pishmans department store starting on the 99th. Households are urged to buy near cost for the next sixty days as Sidney gains a reputation as a shopping hub attracting out of town customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas F. Thornburg
Simon Pishman
Sidney
Fire at County Court House Sparks Rescue Effort
The county courthouse burned January 15 with flames starting away from the furnace. Jailor Mr. Cooper crawled through smoke to rescue two prisoners awaiting trial. Custer County officers now quarter at the Masonic Temple in Broken Bow. The incident recalls previous near misses and underlines the building as a constant menace to the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper
Custer County
Masonic Temple
Broken Bow
Court House
Smallest prisoner enters state under guard
Sheriff McDaniel and wife report a newborn son weighing ten pounds named Robert, kept in a guarded room with a watchful attendant. Sol Hammel returns from Appleton Wisconsin. Oberfelder Clothing Co advertises suites from five dollars up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDaniel
Helen
Robert
Who Pays for Cheyenne County Court House Stone Wealth
A letter argues Cheyenne County can fund a fine stone Court House with its wealth in building stone sand and gravel. It includes a detailed breakdown of total assessed values for railroads telegraphs express firms and real estate and estimates how much tax would be raised locally by proposed rates. The writer cites Lodgepole Dalton Sidney and Potter areas as key taxpayers and urges immediate construction.
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Cheyenne County
Union Pacific Railroad
Lodgepole
Kimball County
Potter
Egypt
Nae
Gateesens
Enbeenes
Teeta
Oppiauae
Sree Sidney
Dalton
Epward McLegrnon
Masked Ball Planned by Firemen for February
Firemen held a Friday meeting planning their annual masked ball dance set for February 5. Catholic ladies will serve supper and the event promises strong community interest, supporting a fine cause and enjoyment of a good dance and supper. Oberfelder Clothing Co. notes post holiday bargains.
Homesteaders Granted Extension for Residence Notices
A Washington dispatch reports the House passed the Martin bill, amended to include Nebraska, extending the time for homesteaders in Nebraska and several western states to establish residence. Entries or settlements must be made by May 15, 1910, with a three month leave of absence allowed from the land after approval, not affecting required residence or commutation periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Martin
Snowy Iowa lines inspire sun hope from Reverend Leamer
Reverend J B Leamer of Clinton Iowa writes about heavy snow and longing for sunny weather. He notes Sidney Iowa has been clouded by winter yet residents keep smiling. The column mentions football scoring rising to 45 in three days since last Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. 8. Leamer
Clinton
Iowa
Sidney
Leamer
Mrs Miles Hosts Elegant Card Party in Sidney
In Sidney's social season Mrs W P Miles hosted a refined Friday luncheon and card party at her residence. Guests enjoyed a six course luncheon noted for its excellence, followed by competitive card play and a chime finale signaling each game’s end. Two prizes were awarded, though winners' names are not recorded. Japanese staff Ikomota, Inonye, and Chef Egami assisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
W. P. Miles
Miles
Ikomota
Inonye
Egami
Railroads face injunction over liquor sales on buffet cars
The Nebraska supreme court is asked to enjoin Burlington and Union Pacific railroads from selling liquor on buffet cars while trains pass through the state. The petition by Attorney General Thompson and the state railway commission claims liquor sales on trains lack proper licenses in counties touched by the routes. Evidence includes wine lists, with notes that drinking cups were removed and a recent act bans drinking from bottles on trains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Burlington and Union Pacfic
Nebraska
Thompson
State Railway Commission
Shelton Clipper
Probate hearing names administrator and guardian for Yarlets estate
Probate Court held Thursday to settle the Yarlets estate. An order named LaSalle as administrator and appointed Mrs. Yarlets guardian of the children. A few overcoats and heavy underwear were offered for sale at absolute cost by Oberfelder Clothing Co. Dr. Conway's anatomical shoes sold exclusively at Oberfelder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. L. Yarlets
Mr. LaSalle
Mrs. Yarlets
Oberfelder Clothing Co
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And
Feed and Sale
Trognitz & Gamblin
Neb
Carl Hellwig
al, Kruse
Hellwig
Kruse
North Side Blacksmith Shop
Thel O
William Fisk
Oberfelder’s
Sol Hammel
Appleton
Wis
New Court House
J. C
Baldwin
Joe
Vereen
J. C. Baldwin
Cleburne Block
Railroad Notes
Cheyenne County Abstract
C. M. Hadley
H. T. Doran
HW. E. Gapen
Cheyenne County Abstract Co
Sidsey
American Fidelity Ce
C. W. Hornaday
Nes
Sidney, Neb
Solleits
TRE First National Bank
First National Bank
Vienna
Clarke & Hink
Care Vinson
Lloyd Mann
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