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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1890
Page
1
Grain and feed notices promise cost handling until the next crop proves assured. The snippet mentions price cuts on flow and a claim about opening with a limit on costs. It includes stray references to patent, grain, and Gold Dust products with cents and dollars noted.
Grocers announce a sales drive this year emphasizing high quality dried fruits at low prices. The plan highlights strong demand and aims to expand offerings to attract shoppers.
Dry Goods Quardines announce arrivals from Chicago and New York with new spring goods to be in stock soon. Shoppers are urged to inspect the selection before buying to secure favorable prices and swift turnover.
Boots and Shoes, agents for Selz Schwab Company, advertise that their boots and shoes give satisfaction every time and are sold at lower prices than customers can buy elsewhere. The note promises consistent value and aggressive pricing to attract shoppers.
Department officers report mixed signals on locating next summer’s military encampment. Bailey and Sheridan discuss Sidney as a possible site while war department concerns over Indian reservations may block moving troops away. Local committee pledges funds and will press Ontario negotiations to advance Sidney’s claim.
A tabulated statement by Sergeant Major Wallenstein shows the 21st Infantry engagements against Indians since the war. It lists battles at Dragoon Springs Arizona Territory October 6 1809 Pinal Creek Arizona April 30 1870 near Caruga Arizona July 18 1871 Tule Lake Oregon lava beds January 17 1878 Clearwater River Idaho July 11 12 1877 Umatilla Oregon and April 1878 noting casualties among soldiers and unknown losses for the Indians.
The Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line announces a general readjustment of time effective Sunday March. The Pacific limited a through vestibuled train will leave Omaha for Council Bluffs Denver Ogden Salt Lake Portland San Francisco with through dining car service and no car changes. The Weaver express will depart Chicago daily at 5 50 p m with through dining car to Sioux City Council Bluffs Omaha and Denver. The Omaha express carries mail and becomes daily to Cedar Rapids and Council Bluffs. The fast mail will no longer carry passengers, and two more daytime trains will pass Sidney. Additional personnel updates include arrivals, appointments, and a post gardener.
The Sidney Dancing Club held its inaugural hop at Pythian Castle on Thursday evening. Lent reduced attendance but the ball was well filled. Guests included Miss Crevoise and many from Sidney, the garrison, and abroad. Dancing featured fifteen numbers from Lancers to Our Party with a varied program.
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