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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1914
Page
7
Government ownership of telephones is criticized for inefficiency yet no system rivals the Bell System in facilities and cost. It argues that true economical government administration is rare and that public subsidies mask deficits, while Bell's model achieves low prices and quality under standard accounting and wages.
The Nebraska Supreme Court declared the 50 cent per day charge for feeding prisoners unconstitutional and struck down the entire jail feeding law passed by the last legislature. The ruling places custody of prisoner feeding with county commissioners in every county, including Douglas.
H T Doran announces candidacy for re election to the office of County Clerk of Cheyenne County Nebraska subject to the will of Republican voters at the August Primary.
Jacob Mayer declares candidacy for the second district commissioner, stating it is subject to Republican primary voters on August 18. The announcement emphasizes party process and electors' wishes.
J W MecDaniel announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff in Cheyenne County primary on August 18 1914. He declares his bid and seeks voter support for the office.
I will be a candidate for Sheriff of Cheyenne County subject to the decision of the Democratic voters at the primary election to be held Tuesday August 18.
Jerome B Haiston announces his candidacy for re election as County Commissioner in the Second District subject to Republican primary on August 18 1914 He urges Republican voters to support his bid for another term
Anna McFadden announces candidacy for Kor County Superintendent of Public Instruction, seeking the Republican vote in the primary on August 18. She states the decision is subject to Republican voters.
A Nebraska candidate in the 27th Senatorial District announces seeking the Republican nomination for State Senator in the upcoming August 18 1914 primary. He previously served the 71st district in 1913, pledges to support progressive legislation and western Nebraska development.
Jason W. Baker of Seneca Neb advocates the most rigid economy in state and local government to minimize taxation burdens on taxpayers both large and small.
Nels Thorsten sen declares candidacy for commissioner of the third district subject to Republican electors decision at the August 18 primary.
L. H. Bordwell declares intent to run for re nomination to the office of County Surveyor, subject to the Republican primaries in August.
A Cheyenne County resident declares candidacy for county judge on the non-partisan judiciary ticket. The campaign notes the primary election set for August 18, 1914, and the decision rests with the voters.
Robert A Barlow announces Republican primary candidacy for Cheyenne County Treasurer. He states he is a U S citizen and aims to safeguard public funds, uphold laws, and prevent private credit use by county officials. Ballot position indicated for August 18 1914.
The undersigned declares his bid for Cheyenne County Sheriff subject to Republican voters in the August 18 primary. Co. J. Hellwig signs the announcement.
The speaker announces candidacy for the Representative seat in the 76th District, covering Banner Kimball Cheyenne Devel and Garden counties, and seeks support from Republican electors at the upcoming election.
J M Swenson declares ongoing candidacy for County Attorney of Cheyenne County guided by Republican voters in the forthcoming primary on August 18 1914. He states the campaign is subject to electors wishes and urges support from party members.
Cheyenne County voters are informed that Charles P Chambers will seek the office of County Judge on the non partisan judiciary ticket. His candidacy is subject to the will of voters at the primary election to be held August 18 1914.
Thereby announce that I am a candidate for the nomination for the office of County Attorney, subject to the decision of the republican electors at the August Primary. Leroy Martin.
For coroner J J Parks runs for re election subject to Democratic primary approval on August 18. The candidate emphasizes experience and continued focus on county medical examiner duties.
Clayton Radcliffe from Cheyenne County announces his candidacy as a Democratic elector for August 18 and asks for the support of friends and neighbors he has known all his life.
For thirty two years Cheyenne County treasurers have served two terms. If the present term has been satisfactory please support my re-election as county treasurer. Simon Fithiman.
Frances E Knox announces her bid for County Clerk in the upcoming Republican primaries. She notes experienced female clerks in the state, cites qualification by education and business, and requests support to continue seven years of current service. Her personal life is open and she seeks the office salary.
F A King declares candidacy for Cheyenne County Clerk subject to Democratic primary voters on August 18. The statement outlines intent to seek the office and expresses reliance on party support.
Joseph M. Swenson announces his candidacy for county attorney. A rising lawyer, graduate of the state university with Ivy Day Orator honors, admitted to the bar in 1911. He recently argued before the Nebraska Supreme Court and won a land valuation readjustment case for Cheyenne County against Union Pacific.
Fred King announces candidacy for county clerk subject to Democratic primaries. Son of pioneer Frank H. King with years in Cheyenne County politics. Born there, educated at Grand Island stenography course, deputy clerk under H T Doran, later in abstract work. Secretary of Fundingsland Investment Co handling office work. King deemed fully competent for county clerk.
B K Bushee of Kimball Nebraska declares candidacy for re election as State Senator from the 27th District. Primary voters will decide the nomination in upcoming Republican primaries.
Chambers a long-time county resident, active in local politics and civil affairs, seeks to place his name on the nonpartisan primary ballot for county judge. He has taught and managed a Sidney Draw ranch, served three terms as county superintendent and one term as deputy county clerk, noted as an all round good citizen well known in the county.
County Commissioner seat in the second district faces a Democratic primary on August 18 1914 with Frank X Ribn as a declared candidate and the will of Democratic voters guiding the contest.
Leroy Martin announces his candidacy for county attorney on the Republican ticket. A longtime resident active on the Sidney school board and a familiar figure in local courts, he and his family are described as well known to the community.
N H Troelstrup declares intention to run for commissioner of the third district awaiting Democratic electors at the upcoming primary on August 18. The statement frames the bid as subject to party wishes and primary result.
J D McMillen seeks the Democratic nomination for County Superintendent of Public Instruction at the August primaries. The candidate is listed for the office on the party ticket.
The candidate announces pursuit of the County Commissioner seat for Cheyenne County's Third District, subject to Republican voters' wishes expressed at the eighteenth.
A devastating blast ripped through the Chinese gunboat Tungchi as it lay beside the Kiangnan arsenal. The explosion occurred under the cadets’ sleeping quarters, killing thirty five sailors and injuring others.
An old advertisement warns never to give opium to children for coughs and cold. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the safest option for coughs, colds, and croup in children and adults, claiming it contains no opium or harmful drugs and is sold by all dealers.
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