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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1908
Page
4
The State Journal recalls national politics with Taft and Sherman as the Republican ticket. It contrasts prosperity, Bryan’s finances, and farm wealth, noting Colorado Nebraska grain yields and Western expansion. A cautionary tale about past settlers frames the piece as a reflection on expansion and resilience.
The item surveys 1900s political talk with Samuel Gompers and John Mitchell linked to labor votes for Bryan Taft and the cold water party. It praises white workers while dismissing danger of slavery or British rule. Local notes mention Mrs Pavlot visiting Oklahoma daughter and a new painter arriving. E Fengke selling bindings and plans to sell more.
The report notes humidity from earth drawing moisture from the air and rains mainly in the south. A burn-off of a strip east of Dalton left it drier than surrounding areas. Regular showers improve crops as potatoes begin to reach town. Lodge sees frequent lumber shipments as C. K. Shackleford moves into the Barrett house south of the railroad.
Last Sunday Rev Burke held services in Armuth and Gatzemeyer's hall. Herman Armuth's new implement building nears completion. Misa Mabel Scott from Bridgeport visits grandparents the Pooles. Several locals like Gus Burke Mrs Gilgreen and Pete Kolpp are seen around town. A rail velocipede mishap leaves a barberless Dalton. main street improved after Handley moved real estate office. Ice house completed and ice shipments from Alliance arrive. An ice cream social by Christian Endeavor enjoyed by many.
North Divide harvest has begun. Mr and Mrs Perkins visited Mr and Mrs Lafferty on Sunday. Ladies Aid met at Fred Hart home with many in attendance. Ebmke busy with claim and hay. Meears Martin and Christanson trip to Sidney. Wun Krei saw Dalton. Ed Rilen called at Rubter Farm. Paul Collart and Essie Halston called at Raymond’s ranch. Ice cream social at Bennett ranch for church benefit drew a large crowd and good time. Halston finally secured material to finish his house. Bring cream to A A Clark for top price at Fairmont Creamery Co. Odd Fellows building.
The document swears to the truth of a bank statement by cashier J W Harper with directors attesting, sworn July 16, 1908. It also records the capture of a stray horse branded IX on left jaw and JX on left thigh, two miles south of Sidney Nebraska, owner to pay expenses or disposal per law.
Notice to non residents and all concerned that C J Beedle bought tax sale certificates for two Cheyenne County Nebraska parcels. First parcel: SE quarter section 9 township 16 range 52, owner on record C E Hackett, taxes 1895–1905, redemption deadline November 13 1908. Second parcel: SW quarter section 18 township 16 range 52, owner Chas Erickson, taxes 1902–1905, redemption deadline November 7 1908. Tax deeds to follow after deadlines.
Board of County Commissioners sets sale for August 22 1908 at 10 PM in Piney Nebraska for the southeast quarter of section 19 town 13 north range 48 west. Terms cash. Also notice of a land contest against Alex Gustafson for homestead entry No 4040 with hearings on Sept 3 2007 and final hearing Sept 8 1908 at U.S. Land Office North Platte and District Court Cheyenne County.
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