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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1889
Page
1
A locality store advertises a limited time sale with 16 percent off regular prices on a wide range of dry goods notions shoes and furnishings. The offer seeks to reduce stock and pass wholesale like savings to patrons with discounts on items from silk gowns to hardware and household goods. sale begins June 24 with prompt discounts for prepaid or early paid purchases.
Chat Morgan, cashier of the State Bank, is found dead from a self inflicted pistol shot in his bed. The inquest records his momentary insanity as the cause, with testimonies from John Eckert and others detailing the discovery, the weapon, and the bank’s solvency. Morgan, 26, formerly of Omaha, leaves a wife and two young children. His remains were sent to Omaha for interment.
Late yesterday afternoon creditors shifted from confidence to unease over Morgan Bank debts. Meetings at Sand 8 p m heard Mr Johnson deny Morgan partnership, note unposted books for two weeks, and predict Morgan Jr and Yates as liable for any deficiency. Creditor claims total $93,037.02 with at least $50,000 more expected. many believe assets will cover liabilities.
A farmer's views on agriculture and opinions on clothing from Oberfelder & Co are noted in The Merchants Bank listing. Bank doors remain open until 5 pm for depositors seeking assurance or assistance at any hour.
Col Edwin Elmer of Sidney Nebraska arrives to drill in the Shoeshone basin near Lander and WB Trosper's on Little Popo Agie. The Nebraska Wyoming and Colorado Oil and Mining company projects four wells, tests by Mr McElheney and rail surveys indicate growing shipping prospects, with eastern capital backing and a possible pipeline to Denver. The piece notes rival Omaha lands, stock issuance plans, and strong local investor interest amid a broader Wyoming oil boom.
The annual district No 1 meeting, led by Judge Shuman, approved a ten mill levy to cover next year’s expenses. Voters elected J B Ragan and L D Lee to the school board. Nine months of school were agreed for next year with planned improvements including a sidewalk on the east grounds.
The Ladies Aid society will meet Monday evening July 1 at Mrs Cotter’s home to plan a church entertainment. No preaching at the Lutheran church Sunday morning. Rev Fisher preaches in Potter then returns to Sidney for evening service. Sunday school in the morning. all invited to the evening service.
The Masonic lodge Frank Welsh No. 75 held an installation Monday evening June 24 with Henry St. Rayner presiding. Grand Marshal J. A. Carly oversaw. Newly installed: Robert Shuman W M, Joseph Oberfelder Sr, Mr. Moulton J W, Peter Smith treasurer, Jacob Kiefer secretary, Dr C H Field 8 D, Joseph Taylor J D, L Jessen tyler.
From the Assessor's Books the assessed valuation of Sidney is given as personal property 47517 real estate 170607 total 227324, excluding railroad and telegraph property.
Apply for farm loans from W C Bradbury in Room No 2 Chowins block. Borrowers pay no interest in advance and may repay over one to five years.
A reported mad dog scare causes commotion in town as Oberfelder's clothing reduction event draws crowds. Authorities urge calm while shoppers assess potential risk and shop conditions. Citizens are urged to stay clear of affected areas and follow official guidance.
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