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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1923
Page
9
Foreign advertising rates list in The American Press Association publication shows one year subscriptions postage paid at 1.50 and mixed months at 7 tenths of a cent per issue. The notice also states Sidney Nebraska as the post office of entry and second class matter.
The Telegraph reports the marriage of Miss Lena Peetsz and Mr. Ray Weller on January 21 1909. Frank Whitelock was ill in Omaha with blood poisoning. The Simon building was ruined January 17 1909, leaving only its walls. the building belonged to Dr. Simon.
The Sidney Pitterall enjoyed an evening with Mr. and Mrs. B A Jones. Shakespeare and Longfellow readings were presented along with musical classics. Refreshments were served by Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Miss Davison, and Lucy Jones.
The Telegraph files recall Mrs M S Snyder dying at her home nine miles southeast of Sidney. She is mother to Mrs Margaret Worden, A T Snyder and several other children living in the east. The 1887 tax list totals 75000 with about 8000 delinquent. U P Railroad paid 33600 and U P Lands 14400.
A quirky column lists humorous lines on fashion, dieting, alimony, corn shellers, a potboiler of gossip, a failed bootlegger, optimism and pessimism, a spelling machine idea, a university recipe note, a pension veto, and a risqué petting party remark. The tone is satirical and observational with dated slang references.
The Paragon Players will bring a two night engagement to the U S A Theatre starting February 2, presenting the four act drama Her Own Wary with scenic production. Miss Bess Robinson stars as the artist's model and the company offers nightly changes of play plus high class vaudeville between acts. They also present The Sins of Hollywood during the engagement.
A Masquerade at Hardy's Ball Room on January 30 invites attendees to compete for a best costume prize. Prizes and entry details will be announced at the venue.
Catholic Church schedules mass at 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. with rosary and benediction at 7:30 p.m. Weekday mass at 8:00 a.m. Rev. Anton Line. Christ Episcopal Church offers daily prayer with Holy Communion each Sunday at 10 a.m., church school at 11 a.m., and morning prayer with sermon led by Rev. Henry Ives.
Trinity English Lutheran Church announces Bible school at 10 a.m. Morning worship at 11 a.m. Sermon Si Tempestuous Sea based on Matt 8 23 27. Adult Catechetical class Thursday at 7 15 p.m. Choir rehearsal Friday at 7 15 p.m. Junior Catechetical class Saturday at 1 30 p.m. Rev W T Kahse pastor.
The Teague church reports unusually large crowds across Sunday services with strong participation and inspiring music. Miss Hammer’s solo pleased attendees and the choir offered a fine anthem. Pastor William Kilburn invites the community to continue attending, noting improved church interest and moral vitality.
The Christian Church reports strong attendance with 30 young people last Lord's Day and invites all to services next Sunday at 10 a m Bible school 6 30 p m Christian Endeavor Topic What are the rightful claims of the church upon us Prayer meeting Thursday 7 30 p m followed by choir practice at 7 15 Pastor John Hewitson 501 West Std Street Phone 466 J Visitors cordially welcomed.
Sunday worship highlighted the theme The fear of God with Bible citations and calls to depart from evil. Services included Bible school at 10 a.m. prayer at 6:30 p.m. gospel at 7:30 p.m. and a 3 p.m. Women's missionary meeting. Presbytery at Bridgeport attended by the pastor last Tuesday. Rev. Samuel Light, pastor.
The local Bible class meets Sundays at 2 p.m. at 102 C street. All who are interested in Bible study are invited. Clara Downey serves as Class Secretary.
A local studio invites residents to schedule a birthday photo session this year at Phelps Studio. The offer highlights professional portraits, warm lighting, and keepsake prints for birthday memories.
In the District Court for the District of Nebraska North Platte Division Case 166 in Bankruptcy Gallio C Connelly bankrupt. First meeting of creditors set for February 12 1923 at 9 oclock a m in the District Court Room Sidney Cheyenne County Nebraska. Creditors may attend prove claims appoint trustee examine bankrupt and transact business. W Ve Hoagland Referee in Bankruptcy.
The column lists births and family visits including Ickes News of a baby girl born January 16 to Mr. and Mrs. BE. N. Southard, while families such as the Worths and Davisions join gatherings. Sunday visits span the Waterman, Slama, Watsich, Peterson, Mayers, and Osborn households with kin and neighbors in Sidney and Bridgeport.
Meadow Lawn residents report visits and gatherings across Dalton Sidney Minatare and surrounding households. Various families and guests attend Sunday meals and outings at numerous homes including Weigand Mayer Morrow and Wallick households. A Ford car stolen from W P Wilson during business hours in Sidney.
Louis Scheer and family of Sidney drew Sunday dinner with the Thomas family. Flenry Yowell and family spent Friday evening the 12th with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Wood. The Wolfrs of Sidney visited the Thomas home. Drievers visited Hamburg Town for a death in the family. T C Spiker and Payzant hosts. Thomas family hosted H H C members and spouses on Thursday the 11th. Dinner prepared by Mrs. Thomas with help from Mrs. Yowell and Mrs. Payzant. Guests included Ernest Cassidy Leverett Payzant Herschel Driever and others. Victor Brothers visited Payzant. Foster and Hewit families joined for dinner on the 14th. D L P Elis dined with Mr. and Mrs. Payzant last Wednesday. Brothers and Victor called at the Foster home Saturday evening. Little Delores Yowell and relatives planned a community outing.
Lodgepole residents report a lodge ladies aid lunch raising 31 dollars at A Welger sale. Several families travel for visits and conventions in Missouri Omaha and Sidney. A fatal shooting in Lodgepole claims 53 year old W Deerson, killed by two attempted hold up suspects. funeral details scarce. Local social news covers meetings at Carter home and Masonic gathering in Sidney.
A Cheyenne County woman, age 32, died after a lingering cancer battle. Survived by three children, two sisters, five brothers, and parents. Rev. Staley conducted funeral services, burial at Kullk cemetery, with many friends in attendance. Nearby, about a dozen men hunted rabbits Sunday afternoon and brought in about 25 rabbits.
Grand Prairie lost a military disc for a Superior drill east of Gurley. Numerous calls and visits as families and neighbors share time from Sidney to Gurley. Jorgenson family mourns a brother's wife and travels to Kearney for the funeral. Masquerade by the American Legion set for January 30 at Hardy Ball Room. If you don’t advertise in the Telegraph, we both lose money.
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