14 Jul 1906
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1906
Page
1
A letter-writer urges Sidney to continue installing water works and modern utilities, arguing progress includes electric lights and better streets. The piece mocks anti-progress critics, highlights changes from kerosene to electricity, and notes local figures and social visits in Sidney, including several residents and events.
Clyde Ingraham faced a preliminary hearing before County Judge Tucker on cattle rustling, held to district court in a $800 bond. Jim Tures convicted of manslaughter in Kimball for the Yaras death and sentenced to one year. Jus Liebyold fled Yuegle's, suspected embezzlement after taking coins and cigars. Marshall Pritchett charged with second degree murder in Bridgeport after Dallas Anderson assault. bond set at 25000, later posted by local citizens.
The Telegraph apologizes for past underreporting of farmer progress as hundreds now show marvellous results. Rudolph Perso and C. S. Anderson’s dairy setup near Rudolph, with cows, cream separator, calves, and a large poultry yard, illustrate thriving farming. A bystander estimates barley yields at 65 bushels per acre, reflecting widespread hard work and diversification.
Dr Marlless negotiates with a lecture bureau for a winter course of entertainments. He offers a higher talent and price than last winter and seeks enlarged patronage without raising ticket prices. Town support is urged to ensure the course proceeds.
The school board met Tuesday evening and elected Jas. L. McIntosh moderator Leroy Martin director and W. J. Shoemaker treasurer. Another meeting will be held next Tuesday evening to discuss interest questions for the coming year.
The Burlington offers round trip tickets to Sterling Colorado for Forepaugh and Sells Bros Show on July 21, valid until July 28, priced at 1.60 dollars. Agent M. A. Shtpmam.
Dr Yarlett made a brief stop in Sidney on Tuesday, meeting local residents and inspecting a municipal project during the visit.
A group visited Mrs Mary Stevenson on Wednesday evening bringing food and chairs for her celebration. They played progressive high five with H P Benson and Mrs Frank Tobin winning top honors while Robt Barlow and the hostess received the consolation prize. Luncheon followed and all departed wishing many more birthdays for the hostess.
Sidney lodge 91 I O O F holds installation of officers with Fred Dresser as Noble Grand J J Parks Vice Grand W Oosterboudt Warden EB Osgood Conductor Aug Granneman R S N G Sol Willis L B N G J C Hudson B S V G P Chambers I G and others listed.
A July 13 1506 list shows unclaimed letters in the Sidney Nebraska post office. Names include RL Smith John Conley Miss Buleah Edwards Mrs M Kerr Mr and Mrs 1 S Evans E McLerRNOon N. Postmaster notes to say advertised when calling.
Trainmaster Clabaugh reports on Union Pacific operations as Fred King joins as night clerk. A Burlington shipment of fifteen sheep cars arrives for UP at North Platte destined for Kimball. Laser settlements from January prairie fire bring checks. UP stockyards see rising business with twenty five horse cars and thirty sheep cars received or shipped. A UP inspection tour by Julius Kruttschnitt and Mohler drew locals to the depot. Steel mail cars eyed to reduce life loss. wooden cars cost about 6000 with steel costing 1000 to 2000 more but lower tonnage.
Burlington Route announces low round trip fares with daily sale dates. Examples include Denver to Colorado Springs 4.90, Pueblo 8.65, Salt Lake City 27.50, Hot Springs 7.50, and more to eastern and western points. M A Shipman agent. Ralph Hull, former Sidney boy turned Chicago pharmacist, travels westbound on No 7. trained at D J Scanlon’s Drug Store, Northwestern Pharmaceutical College, then built a successful Sheridan Road practice with staff and clerks.
Professor Pate arrived Friday from North Platte to stay over Sunday with his family, planning a brief visit and time at home.
Advertises Paro Ointment as a cure for piles including itching bleeding and protruding forms. Druggists promise to refund money if it fails to cure within 6 to 14 days. Ends with a price of 0c.
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