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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1921
Page
1
A man named Charles Nichols, 48, fatally shot Emma Carow, 24, near Dalton after a pattern of unwanted advances. Nichols then shot himself, surviving with nonfatal wounds. The incident occurred Friday at about 5 PM as Carow rode with Nichols’ sister and mother. authorities arrested Nichols in Sidney, and local tensions ran high as the community awaited proceedings.
Report describes a man shot near a scene in weeds, a holster and three twenty gauge shells found Monday night. Witnesses say the man lay over his victim as tracks show he ran about sixty feet after the shooting and then collapsed beside the girl. The man’s aged parents arrived that night. a funeral notice is posted elsewhere.
Charles Nichols appeared in county court Tuesday afternoon facing a first degree murder charge for the shooting death of Bmma Carew near Dalton last Friday. He pleaded not guilty, waived preliminary trial through attorney W P Miles, and was bound over to the next district court term. The arraignment was brief with few attendees including county officers, Judge Chambers, Sheriff McDaniel, Commissioner Barlow, Nichols and his attorney, and the reporter.
A horse wandered through the Osborn garage showroom inspecting cars and taking note of a potted palm display. Staff worried about insurance and repairs but the animal, a pet of J. R. Brown's children, was calmly led back outside by a handler.
The body of Mrs. Clara Hillard of Shepherd Michigan was removed from Union Pacific No 4 on Wednesday evening and turn over to Campbell undertaking. Dr Roche said death from natural causes. She was about sixty. The potter noted she had eaten a substantial supper and died shortly after leaving Potter. The body will be shipped to Shepherd Michigan.
No place Ike home See us about one. Sidney Lumber Co.
The American Legion Sidney post held a regular meeting with strong attendance. They decided not to stage a Fourth of July celebration this year due to funding needs, while a ball game and Chautauqua are planned. Armistice Day events, a membership drive, and a picnic/dance are also on the agenda. The post outlined its purpose, emphasizing service to ex-service members and the country, and clarified it is non political with eligibility for membership defined.
Attorney Guy Chambers visiting with Judge and Mrs Chambers traveled to the north river cities on Tuesday and then rode No 4 to North Platte to resume work in Lincoln.
Mrs. M A Flintier departed Sunday to spend several weeks in Denver. She travels with her mother Mrs. W P Miles and young Billie Miles who expect to return in a few days.
July 20th marks a major event for Bidney with a Bankers convention drawing visitors from several counties. Group seven led by Martin W. Dimery promises a successful gathering. An overnight arrival of 200 Clinton Iowa Boy Scouts adds to the schedule. committees prepare a fine program. Calls arise to tidy parkings and alleys to avoid embarrassment and present a favorable image to the world.
Sidney Boosters announce a slate of games starting Sunday June 26 at 2 30 pm with Big Springs. Big Springs comes in undefeated this season while Sidney Booster rivals have two losses. The crowd anticipates a tight matchup as both teams chase wins.
Fusil, last year's Julesburg pitcher now with Big Springs, headlines a busy schedule as the Boosters prepare to face North Platte on their home ground Monday and Tuesday. They travel to Brush on July 1 and host the M. and O. ball club from Denver’s City Teague on July 3 and 4 in Sidney.
Mr and Mrs Charles Trognitz returned Tuesday from Mt Denver where Mr Trognitz received periodical treatment for a chronic minor ailment. They had been away ten days.
Shooting at Greeley saw A. J. Jorgenson W. K. Hodgkins Leo Osborn and Ray Stansbury travel Saturday afternoon to Greeley Colorado for a registered shooting tournament and return home Monday morning.
An old clipping cites Scottsbluff Creamery Co and Sidney Lumber Co with a slogan No place like home and a taxi service contact 161 implied in the ad. The fragment references local businesses and a call to action.
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