War age continues to pull local lads toward the sea
Sidney Schroeder mails home his civil clothes as he joins the war effort. Cheyenne boys enlistment marks his pride as he awaits overseas. John Peetz visits family from Camp Funston praising Uncle Sam’s provisions and the hard but hopeful work ahead. Clark Wooldridge writes from Presidio with an overseas rifle and a 90 pound pack, noting 35 000 troops parading in San Francisco on the Fourth. Mrs. Florence Thornburg hears her brother Jack Aldridge made the voyage safely and heads overseas. Ferl Griffith leaves for Fort Sheridan to pursue officer training with dreams of directing a gun against Fritz. Sam Fine and Clark Fuller share Fresno visits with kin. Twelve trainloads of soldiers pass through town, as Lt Walter F Davis reports arriving at Camp Merritt and marching toward the ocean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Wooldridge
Presido
California
San Francisco
Fort Logan
Pleasant Valley Boy Saved Planes in Texas Oil Truck Fire
Joseph T. Louderbach of Sidney Nebraska served with the 303 Aero Squadron at Houston Texas. He leaped to the burning oil truck seat and drove it away from the airfield, saving planes and avoiding injury to fliers and crew. His brave act earned commendation and a promotion recommendation from Lt O Neill and Lt Taubert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph T. Louderbach
Crook, Colo
303 Aero Squadron
Houston
Texas
Private Louderbach
303 Aero
Joseph T. Londerbach
Louderbach
O'Neil
Taubert
303 Squadron
Jouderbach
Hirlington Field
The Meaning of Music in Carlyle’s View
A reflection on how music conveys deep emotion beyond words. The quote suggests music opens a doorway to the infinite, offering a momentary glimpse beyond articulate speech. It explores music’s universal impact on human experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlyle
Notice to Patrons on Plant Work and Power Use
Notice from Sidney Municipal Service on plant addition work requiring short shutdowns. Service will remain available as much as possible. Patrons asked to conserve electricity and water after six in the evening. One boiler will limit capability. Notifications will detail when restrictions end. J. E. Poquett, Manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Municipal Service
J. E. Poquett
Mgr
Ickes Dalton Social Roundup and Fourth of July Onlookers
Local families and neighbors from Ickes and surrounding areas gathered for Fourth of July celebrations and Sunday dinners. Attendees included the Kinkaid, Mayers, Lipska, Randall, Walsh, Ross, Kreader, Grinnell, Davison, Eckert, Overlease, and Weigands households with visits to Dalton and nearby towns. A notable sale saw Hie Eckert dispose of land at 40 dollars per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinkaid
Dalton
Herb Foster
Red Cloud
Kreader
Hedlund
Edwards
Babe
Alec Ross
Carr Ross
Vera Ross
Catherine
Dennis Walsh
Lane Edwards
Jake Eckert
Mr. Wilson
Godling Place
J. C. Dunn
Sidney
Walsh
Catherine Agnes
Julia
Loren Dugger
Lester Stecher
Leafdale
J. C. Kreader
J. M. Kreader
Grinnell
Elmer Mayers
Chas. Mayers
Mr. Ruddock
Weed
A. A. Rudd
Frank Weigands
Weigands
Kinnersly
Vera
Greenwood
Willis
Chaloupka
Bridgeport
Andy Jones
Denver
Mike McDonough
Catherine Walsh
Vern Ross
Cheney
Hie Eckert
Ickes
Food as fuel and body builder in daily life
The piece compares food to coal powering a steam engine, noting that nutrition not only fuels activity but also builds and repairs the body’s systems for ongoing function.
I L Pindell Writes From France June 7 1918
I L Pindell reports from France with reflections on duty and a vivid note on railway stations and civilians. He mentions companions Frank Hahler and Otto, the cool air, and the splendor of the journey. He plans to share more about the Irish navy and the Swiss Grand Imperial navy in a future letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fon Gapen
Sidney
Nebraska
Mr Gapen
Frank Hahler
Otto
America
Trish Navy
Grand Imperial Navy
Switzerland
Deaths Mrs Henry Schleuter in Sibley County
Mrs Henry Schleuter died suddenly at home south of Sidney about fourteen miles last Sunday evening. The physician diagnosed apoplexy. She was thirty eight, survived by a husband and three children and other relatives. Funeral held Wednesday at the German Lutheran church with Rev O Juengel officiating. Mr and Mrs Nargis, a brother of the deceased, came from Kansas to attend the rites. Community sympathy offered to the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Schleuter
Sidney
German Lutheran Church
0. Juengel
Nargis
Baby Boy of Mr and Mrs Smith Dies at Birth
The baby boy born July 6 to Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Smith on the north side died July 5 and was buried Wednesday morning from the family home.
Wedding Bells Lenon Leibee and Spencer Mitchell Marry in Colorado
Lenon and Miss Wilma Leibee both of Miliff Colorado wed in Sidney July Sth at the Methodist parsonage with Rev L E Lewis. Dean Spencer and Minnie P Mitchell, both of Sterling Colorado, married in Sidney on July 4 by County Judge C Y P Chambers. A Threshers and Farmers meeting in Sydney July 13 at 2:30 pm discusses threshing efficiency and waste, with a government threshing expert present. convened by the United States Food Administration Threshing Division. W J Braham and H G Gould urge attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
L. E. Lewis
Norman Lenon
Wilma Leibee
Miliff
Colorado
Spencer—Mitchell
Dean Spencer
Minnie P. Mitchell
Sterling
C. Y P. Chambers
Nebraska
Cheyenne County
United States Food Administration
W. J. Braham
H. G. Gould
Little Mary Hangs From Fence As Bobby Calls for Help
Mary slipped while playing on a picket fence and became suspended about a foot off the ground. Bobby tugged in vain, then promised to fetch help, while Mary calmly told him to wait for his return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Bobby
Rabbit in a Pot and War Time Rations
Food Administration warns Brer Rabbit to beware cooking scenes as rationing tightens. Warns that substituting flour affects bread and wheat usage for the soldiers. Owl notes wartime need to feed fighters by conserving meat and grain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Food Administration
Livestock Prices at South Omaha Market Summary
Western lambs strong at 18.65 while hogs slide to 16.35 16.55 top 10.70 for shippers. Cattle ranges show good to choice beeves 17.50 18.20, cows 8.50 13.00, feeders 9.50 12.50, and stockers 7.00 11.75. Sheep offer rate steady at 11.00 12.00 for ewes and lambs 14.50 18.65 with yearlings around 12.75 13.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Stock Yards
South Omaha
For Sale Jars Offered by Red Cross Pharmacy
A large number of half gallon glass fruit jars are offered for sale at a cheap price by Red Cross Pharmacy. The notice highlights bulk availability and low cost, inviting interested buyers to inquire locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RED Cross Pharmacy
Household items for sale under L B Sterling listing
Classified notice listing furniture and appliances including dresser rocker cabinet table oil heater baby buggy small rug oil stove, with location over Laundry and contact L. B. Sterling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Sterling
Wanted Furnished Rooms for Light Housekeeping
Classified notice seeking two or three furnished rooms for light housekeeping. Respondents please address O. P. W. in care Telegraph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. P. W. Care Telegraph
Practically new furniture for sale by Mrs Higgins
Inquire of Mrs G F Higgins located a block east of the Lutheran Church for details on practically new furniture offered for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. F. Higgins
Lutheran Church
For Sale at a Bargain Big Four Tractor and Farm Equipment
For sale at a bargain items include a Big Four 45-90-6 cylinder tractor with rims and plow, two 10-foot engine tandem discs, 28-foot Deering binders with hitches, a 500 gallon gasoline wagon tank, and a Studebaker wagon with grain tank. Tractor runs and will develop rated horsepower at draw bar. HOUGE, 9 miles NE of Sidney, Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Deere
Studebaker
H. P
YS. P. Houge
Sidney
Nebraska
For Rent Two Rooms Furnished for Light Housekeeping
To parties without children, two rooms furnished for light housekeeping. Mrs. C. M. Wright, phone 83.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. M. Wright
Rent on Shares in Big Springs Nebraska
A brief notice states a person seeks to rent shares and summer tilled land or new breaking for fall seeding. Landowner may also contract sod for next year's breaking. Box 334 Big Springs Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Springs
Nebraska
Second hand tractors for sale through Sidney Telegraph
Advertise a 30-60 Rumely or 40-80 Avery tractor offered for sale. State price, age and condition in the first letter directed to J. H. R. care of Sidney Telegraph. Include contact details and location to facilitate inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H.R
Sidney Telegraph
English Only Order From Cheyenne County Council
The Cheyenne County Council of Defense issues a notice requiring all citizens to speak only English in public places meetings and over the phone. Pro German propaganda in various languages is cited, with promises of prompt action on reported cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Council of Defense
Cheyenne County Council of Defense
Germany
Council of Defense
For Sale 640 Acre Ranch Near Paola Kansas
640 acre ranch for sale includes 7 room house well windmill supply tank stock tank cistern and full fencing. About 300 acres under cultivation. Located 9 miles south and 11 to 13.8 miles west of Paola in MALawa MAUIUIiUYs MMS. Contact S. U. Wallick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paola
Malawa
Acre ranch features near Paola with stock tank and windmill
J W WALLICK of Paola Colorado lists a small new house with a windmill and stock tank on a 160 acre tract. The property lies on Ho Acre ranch part enash S miles south of Paola and includes a plowed 160 acres and a fenced trail section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enash
Paola
J W. Wallick
Colo
One Barrel Steel Gasoline Tank with Pump
One barrel steel gasoline tank with pump complete for installing in garage, entirely new. Inquire at this office.
Store Hours Notice for Nora Braash in July
Nora Braash announces store hours for July with Monday Tuesday Thursday evenings and all day Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora Braash
Eight resident lots with four ideal business sites
Four blocks south and three blocks west of Court House mark four good residential lots and four strong business sites adjoining C. B. & Q R. KR. The note mentions Wan ANS na an run DON LUO OF Stu ALLEN BROCKWAY in cryptic terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Wan Ans Na An Run
Furnished suite for light housekeeping offered
Mrs J V Goddard advertises a furnished suite suitable for light housekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. V. Goddard
Rooming House Above Plant Newly Furnished
A rooming house with twelve rooms recently furnished is listed above the plant. Owner identified as Mrs J V Goddard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. V. Goddard
Three John Deere Binders with Hitches Near Sidney
A. J. Flagg offers three John Deere binders with tractor hitches, used, one sengon. Located nine miles north of Sidney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Deere
Sidney
Coal is Cash Policy at Cheyenne County firms
Notice from Cheyenne County SBR, Central Granaries, and Sidney Lumber Co. announcing a new cash only policy effective July 15 at all coal yards with no deviations. Also promoting dry cell batteries available at Osborn Garage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne County Sbr. CO
Central Granaries CO
Sidney Lumber CO
Osborn Garage
Rumely Separator 32 inch Cynder in good condition
For sale by S. Chambers of Sidney Nebraska is a Rumely Separator 32 inch Cynder described as in good condition. Contact S Chambers for details and arranging purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. S
New five room Bungalow furnished bargain taken at once
Real estate item announces a new five room bungalow that is furnished with a quick sale and states that the bargain has been taken at once, noting the seller as James Currigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Currigan
For Sale or Exchange: Six-room furnished house on East Lincolne Highway
For sale or exchange a six room furnished house with two lots on East Lincolne Highway. Seller prefers trade for land. Also offered a Cash Sattley Six bottom Engine Plow with extra shares in good repair. Address to J. Ti. R., care of Sidney Telegraph. Also circulars from Grand Island Business College Nebraska offered to promising youths for business and Civil Service preparation with guaranteed positions.
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Lincolne Highway
Wil Gell
Albert Bgenish
J. TI. R
Sidney Telegraph
Grand Island Business College
Grand Island
Nebraska
United States
Dwelling House Lot for Sale on Lincoln Highway
I T Doran owner offers a dwelling house lot on Lincoln Highway with reasonable price and terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Highway
I. T. Doran
Two furnished sleeping rooms for rent in Reed residence
Two furnished sleeping rooms available in the care of Mrs. W. A. Reed on North Side. Ideal for temporary or quiet housing. Enquiries welcomed to arrange viewing and terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Reed
North Side
Barn Dance at Kuceras Saturday July 20
Notice advertises a barn dance at Kucera's on Saturday July 20 with an emphasis on good order and orderly conduct. The listing also mentions real estate items in Callahan's Addition and vehicles including an Oakland Six and a Studebaker Six. Dr Glenn Bliss is referenced among the names associated with the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callahan
Oakland
Stude
Kucera
Fuller's Grain Sale At Below Market Price
C H Fuller offers about 400 grain sacks at less than market price, presenting a bargain note for buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.H. Fuller
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Boys In Brown
Sidney Schroeder
John Peetz
Ciaimup Funston
Sam
Sea Board
Florence Thornburg
Jack Aldridge
Uncle Sam
Ferl Griffith
Fort Sheridan
Michigan
Fritz
Ferl
Sam Fine
Clark Fuller
Fresno
Clark
Earl Kratz
Walter F. Davis
Camp Merritt
New Jersey
American Falls
Washington
Pleasant Valley
Logan County
Sidney, Neb
Daily Thought
Scott
Scott’s
Yate Bowne
Bloomfield
N. J. Ay
I. L. Pindell
France
Lenon—Leibee
Bay Market
Mauiuiiuys
MMS
S. U. Wallick
Don Luo
Allen Brockway
A. J. Flagg
Baker
Glenn Bliss
THE
First National Bank
U. S
Federal Reserve Bank
Banking House
U. 8
State of
Cheyenne
Leslie Neubauer
CG. L. Mann
B. A. Jones
L. M. Davison
Josephine B Jones
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