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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1911
Page
4
Four candidates announce for county treasurer in Cheyenne County. S P Withers seeks Republican nomination promising businesslike management from Sidney. John Daugherty runs in Democratic primaries August 15. Simon Fishman and M Wright also declare candidacies pledging economical, prudent administration.
Multiple announcements from local residents declare their runs for Cheyenne County sheriff in the upcoming primary election. J W McDaniel Republican bid cites prior deputy service and duty to voters. Carl Vinson seeks Republican nomination with sheriff duties in mind. Paul R Borequist announces as an ex officio candidate to republican voters for the August 15 1911 primaries.
Jerone B. Halston of Higginie Neb announces re election bid for second district county commissioner subject to Republican voters in the primary. Herman Armuth of Dalton Neb also declares as a Democratic candidate promising a business like approach if nominated and elected.
Edith B Morrison announces her candidacy for re election to the office of Superintendent of Public Instruction in Cheyenne County. She states support for republican voters at the primary on August 15 1911 and pledges to raise the standard of public schools if re elected.
Sidney Nebraska resident Oscar Brandt announces his bid for the Second District County Commissioner seat, seeking Republican primary support and inviting voter backing in the upcoming primary election.
H. T. Doran of Sidney announces intention to run again for county clerk, subject to Republican voters at the August 15 primary. Walter J. Nelson also seeks the Republican nomination for county clerk, thanking supporters in Sidney Neb.
Henry E. Gapen announces candidacy for County Judge on the Republican ballot in the August 15 primary in the county. C P Chambers seeks the Democratic nomination at the same August 15, 1911 primary, appealing to Cheyenne County veterans from Sidney Nebraska.
C P Chambers files for the Democratic nomination for County Judge. He has previously served as County Superintendent of Schools and as deputy County Clerk, noted as a substantial progressive citizen with many friends in the precinct and county.
A terse report notes Carrie Nation has died and implies saloons that faced intimidation may reopen, signaling a shift in temperance enforcement and public disturbance during the era.
A taunt from Mexico leads to a disputable incident as observers note loud conduct and a restless crowd. The brief event centers on reactions after the incident, with no injuries reported.
A playful dilemma compares lingering fly annoyance with the practicality of fly-swatters, urging a humorous preference between mild insanity from insects and the simple tool to curb them.
The description calls Queen Mary’s attire humorous noting a twenty yard train and a small hair nubbin, omitting puffs and rats for comic effect.
A wealthy man faces a civil suit after a woman claims damages from a kiss described as cold and passionless. The plaintiff asserts harm from what she calls an unwanted intimate gesture.
A controversial remark suggests that reading novels damages certain dispositions while the writer proclaims giving books to friends with mixed temperaments. The sentence hints at sociocultural debate over literature’s influence on character.
Taft plans a Waterloo Iowa stop on the platform where he is linked with Pauline Wayne the White House cow. The piece portrays politicians relying on desperate tactics amid current political strain.
A town sought rain through influence and prayer while water hissed in the gutter and children formed mud pies in the yard. Finally, rain arrived, easing the dry spell and bringing relief to residents.
A sharp remark notes a paradox where many women in bathing outfits are accepted yet one woman wearing a harem skirt abroad would trigger the Public Morals Society. The quote highlights public morality discourse and social double standards.
Carrie Nation died in Leavenworth Kansas and was laid to rest, ending a controversial era in reform politics. Her death closes a storied chapter in temperance advocacy and is noted by local authorities and church groups alike.
Beside her parents in Belton Missouri she lived a strenuous life. Her opposition to the liquor trade grew from hardships with a drunken husband and, after his death, she dedicated herself to suppressing the liquor traffic. Though she used unpopular means she left a defined place in history.
A four year old child from Taft's circle climbed the dining table and splashed a soup plate, leaving a mark on the distinguished president's vest in a moment of playful mischief.
A centenarian celebrates her 97th birthday and shares rules for longevity. She advises to pay no attention to fashion and never flirt, reflecting on a century of hours and a pragmatic approach to aging.
The republican state convention is scheduled in Lincoln on Tuesday July 23, 1911 at noon. Delegates will adopt a platform, choose a state central committee, and Cheyenne county is allocated three delegates.
An authentic example shows publicity turning vacant Nebraska lands into homesteads. A state statistician bulletin described Cheyenne county as a promising area for homeseekers. A man bought a quarter section at 15 dollars an acre, his first crop paying half the price, and he has since attracted sixteen families to settle nearby.
The letters condemn petitions for clemency in Canada and Washington D C, arguing sentimentality does not justify mercy. They challenge reverence for age or motherhood when the women are proven to have killed their husbands and acted unjustly, calling for justice to prevail.
The article argues towns grow when energetic men promote them and invest time and money. They spread impressions by letters and circulars, inviting visitors and making curious people fall in love with the city, showcasing collective effort and enterprise.
The piece urges residents to speak kindly and positively about their town to attract newcomers and support community growth. It stresses that pleasant, constructive words at home and in public conversations have a powerful, persuasive effect on outsiders and shape the town’s reputation.
Mrs. D. J. Crawford of Redington made a business trip to Sidney on Wednesday.
A Cheyenne County Nebraska bank report shows assets including loans and discounts 1 054 60, U S bonds 44 25,000 00, and cash items 2 700 00, with total resources 410 640 qs. Liabilities list capital stock 225 000 00, surplus 10 000 00, profits 4 087 19, deposits 38 000 00, and other items. The document bears signatures of President D J Scanlon and notary Wil Leroy Martin, sworn June 14 1911.
Potter State Bank of Potter Nebraska closes June 1 1911 reports assets and liabilities including overdrafts deposits and reserves. Sidney Loan and Building Association schedules annual meeting July 10 2011 at Secretary’s office with 730 to 830 pm polling for directors. W F Bassert president and Chas Callahan secretary co sign.
A probate court schedules a hearing on the original will as part of the estate proceedings. The proceeding will determine validity and distribution terms under state law, with interested parties invited to attend and present evidence.
In the matter of the estate of Hannah M Pease deceased creditors must meet the Executor before Special County Judge of Cheyenne Otay Nebraski at the County Court Room on July 12 1911 at 10 o clock a.m. to present claims for examination adjustment and allowance Six months for claims and one year for settlement from June 9 1911 notice to be published in The Sidney Telegraph for four weeks prior to July 12 1911 W HC Becker 38 4 Special County Judge
A village ordinance requires all water furnished by Sidney Nebraska to be metered from July 1 1911. It sets meter purchase at cost and limits public water use exceptions. Rates begin with a 50 cent minimum for 2000 gallons and tiered charges thereafter, with due dates the first of each month.
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