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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1896
Page
1
At the Nebraska state convention, MacColl defeats Meiklejohn on the final ballot to secure the Republican nomination for governor. The day includes contests for lieutenant governor, auditor, treasurer, and other offices, with Orlando Tefft elected lieutenant governor and P. O. Hedlund winning the auditor post after multiple ballots.
In a short contest a 902 vote renomination occurred for a state office. Supreme Judges selected two contingent nominees, Robert Ryan of Lancaster and Judge M. P. Kinkaid of Holt for two and four year terms respectively. Regent candidates F. F. Roose, W. G. Whitmore, and Victor Rosewater, all from Douglas, faced ballots with Whitmore winning on the first round as electors were chosen and the State Central Committee formed before adjournment sine die at about 1 30.
Nebraska plans and government support for the 1808 Trans Mississippi Exposition in Omaha. The Bee will push extensive publicity, offering a 25 cent weekly paper mail subscription nationwide through January 1, 1897 to boost awareness and support for the event and its benefits to the state and western region.
Mrs Pease hosts a joyful party for her grandson Gladdy LeSueur turning nine with games and refreshments. Attending children include Margaret McLernon Irene McLernon Della Kagan Martha Greenlee Laura Breisch Gracie Wright Lilian Oberfelder Clarabelle Oberfelder Cody Sharmer Gracie Osborn Susie Sweet James McLernon Arthur Sweet Sammie Boggs George Heist George Wood Clarence Chambers Otis Chambers Hugh Barnhart Guy Barnhart Leo Osborn Maynard Osborn Glen Wright.
There is nothing new under the sun not true here as new composite Buffet Smoking and Library cars operate daily on the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line between Salt Lake City and Chicago. These cars are modern in design and fully equipped with writing materials leading papers periodicals and magazines. The Overland Limited runs daily and Union Pacific pioneered this west of Chicago service. Ensure tickets read via The Overland Route.
Post office notices announce remaining unclaimed letters for the week ending July 4 1896 at Sidney Nebraska. Gents include Dunsmore H E Mulerts George N and Ladies include Bell Mrs F W. Recipients urged to claim as advertised. Pyerre Sanders postmaster notes.
Mew s of the county reports ru in across the line with notes from Potter Pickups. Chris Muire visited Julesburg to view cattle for sale. Miss Levin Bjorklund will attend Lodge Pole Normal School this session. The annual school election met at the schoolhouse last Monday. P. M. Martin from Hillsdale, Wyoming, is visiting. Our new station agent Farrar arrives to take charge after check in. Road overseers will interview taxpayers about highway improvements. Republicans and Democrats discuss gold use. Populists debate free silver and farm price effects.
Special correspondence notes residents awaiting Ora Rodgers return from Missouri. W E Coyall handles horses for both ride and drive while families like Rodgers Moffett Wallace and Hagnes visit, ride and fish. A week includes horse incidents, plowing at Storm Lake, wool runs to Alliance and Fourth of July plans at Dugout. Rain dominates town talk as folks share chores and travels.
A brief wedding notice records the marriage of Benjamin Marquis and Leila Clough at the bride's parents home on Saturday June 27. Congratulatory messages accompany the entry, reflecting a local community celebration.
Arrangements completed for a Pullman Tourist Sleeper running from Minneapolis and St Paul to Los Angeles via Sioux City and Columbus without change. The car leaves Minneapolis Thursdays at 7 40 p m and St Paul at 8 15 p m, with Los Angeles departures at 2 00 p m each Thursday.
On a Tuesday evening a group of old-time friends gathered for a pleasant surprise for Mr LH Chowins. At eight o clock they entered and after warm greetings, C D Essig presented a silver cup and saucer as a token of esteem. The guests included E P Osgood Judge Heist Judge Neubauer C D Busig A Granaman A Struthers W F Moore A J Haskall L H Boardwell and E H Doran.
Miss Blanche Oberfelder hosted a complimentary party in honor of Miss Minnie Meyer of Omaha. Guests included Grace McIntosh Irene Sullivan Grace Hart Gertrude Sanders Mattie Griffith Alice Stuht Maude Crow of Wisconsin Mamie O’Kane Katie McPudden Earl Sanders Roy Struthers Jay Stuart of North Platte Harry Sullivan Guy Doran Wallie Doran Hugh Barnhart George Gorham Ray Crow of Wisconsin Dick Kane Norman Stone Monroe Urbach Frank O’Kane Willie Jessen.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as the best remedy for restoring tired nerves and vigor. It claims vegetable ingredients tone nerve centers, stimulate liver and kidneys, purify blood, improve appetite and digestion. Sold by W F Bassett's Drug Store for 50c or 1.00 per bottle.
Special Correspondence notes social calls and brief chats over the weekend. Carl Wagoner stopped for a chat Tuesday. Lou Meyer visited Sunday with old friends. Pete Kellam called at Riverside Sunday evening. Mr T Finkbone called at Johnson's Sunday evening. Atwell Baker of Camp Clarke called Sunday afternoon. W E Covall of Orlando appeared Sunday evening with good natured manner. Anthony Nelson appeared briefly.
An advertisement touts Hucklen's Arnica Salve as a universal cure for cuts bruises sores ulcers and many skin ailments with a 25 cent price and money back guarantee. A local testimonial from Mrs Mary Sibley Sidney Mich praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for quick relief after cramping pains and diarrhoea, noting two neighbors recovered after use.
A compact recall of 1777 to 1838 Fourth of July observances in Boston from yellowed newspaper files. Entries note toasts, salutes, and public ceremonies, with details on crowds, officials, ships, toasts, and notable deaths linked to the day across decades. Includes mentions of General Heath, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, Lafayette, and local institutions.
A handsome 14 color portrait of McKinley appears from Judge magazine printed on heavy plate paper. The offer requests readers cut out the slip and send it with five two cent stamps to obtain the pictorial, with name and address written clearly.
G Caillouette of Beaversville Illinois credits Dr King s New Discovery with saving his life after La Grippe left him near death. He said after using three bottles he recovered and could be up and about again. Free trial offered at W EF Bassett s Drug Store.
The Beatrice Chautauqua runs June 16 to 28 and the Crete Chautauqua July 3 to 15. A single round trip fare from all points in the state on a fast line with superior transportation facilities is available from Union Pacific agents. E.R. Breisch, Agent.
Advertisement offers a no 3 drop head white sewing machine new for 65 reduced to 30 cash f o b Cleveland O plus a ladies or gentleman oxford gladiator bicycle priced at 100 now 55 cash f o b Chicago for details apply at this office
The Western Nebraska Stock Growers Association offers 8500 for testimony leading to conviction of anyone stealing members' cattle. U S Reed, President, and J R VanBos Kirk, Secretary, Alliance, Nebraska. Also, rail fare to Grand Island on July 14 15 via Union Pacific. tickets sold by E R Briesch agent.
Promotional notice claims the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern trains have unparalleled speed with no Missouri River delays. An agent contact is listed for full information. A testimonial from Eli Hill of Lumber City Pa praises De Witt’s Witch Hazel Balm as a permanent cure for piles after 25 years and notes quick relief for eczema and skin diseases from W F Basett.
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