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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1916
Page
5
A small town column laments roaming chickens and offers practical, humorous guidance to resolve yard disputes. It notes lawn traffic, suggests coop solutions, and mentions Mr and Mrs N P Johnson returning from a three month Western visit with pounds gained, amid a chatty, hometown tone.
An advertisement urges more mileage by using Gail Ton and cleaner spark plugs with MAX VELE AUTO OIL. It offers a one gallon can and, if preferred, can furnish in quarter or half barrel with jets at reduced prices.
From Our Exchanges notes that cars could be priced as low as 100 to 250 dollars if Standard Oil and Ford engage in a kerosene versus gasoline fuel plan. The kerosene burning car concept aims to shift demand, Ford’s rejection cited, and potential mass production at low cost discussed. Also mentions Walt Mason verse on bad cooking and a railroad eight hour day vote with large pro turnout and possible strikes.
Roy Nelson retires from the ranch to gain a new perspective after profitable years near nature. A young man, he does not plan a permanent vacation, but shares detailed crop records from a quarter section ten miles southwest of Sidney, owned by Mrs. J. W. Pacer of Saunders County. He reports four crops in 1912-1915, giving a quarter of the crop to the owner for $1,700 cash, his share totaling $5,100.33 from 00 acres and other fields, with the owner investing $1,100 in land and $614.10 in improvements. The woman's annual interest rate is 24.7 percent. Nelson rotated crops, including flax, spring wheat, mixed crops, and oats, and his success is highlighted as a compelling county tale the Telegraph seeks to publish more of.
The Sidney Budora Lodge and Fir of H 257 will host a fifteen cent lunch tonight after their regular meeting. Socializing will begin shortly after eight. The event promises the best cooks in town and invites everyone to attend with a friend.
A Kimball basketball victory over Sidney ended 24 to 19 after a contentious affair. A special train of 139 fans traveled from Kimball with Dr. Biss and Russell Dedrich organizing the turnout. Officials and crowds faced disputed calls, and Sidney protested the officiating as Kimball pulled ahead in the final half.
L. R. Barlow, the current County Commissioner for District No. 1, declares his candidacy. He delays entry to keep the field open for any other aspirant, though supporters say his efficiency cannot be surpassed and most prefer his continued service.
Married Sunday at the bride’s parents home Walter William Craig and Essie Florence Johnson exchanged vows at noon with G R Miller pastor of the Christian church of Sidney officiating The ceremony featured white bells and a white satin dress for the bride The couple will reside on the groom’s farm two miles east of Sunol About fifty relatives attended the ceremony and luncheon was served for guests
William V. Mike of Lodgepole and Miss Minnie Jedlicka of St. Louis were married March 7 at St. Patrick’s church by Reverend Anton Link. Edward Albert Mike and Eva Helen Mike were attendants. The ceremony and reception were held at the groom’s parents’ home southeast of Sidney with many friends and relatives in attendance.
Reverend A. J. May assisted with revival meetings at Chap pell early in the week, contributing to ongoing religious services and community outreach in the area.
Christ Church holds services every month on the first, second, and fourth Sundays with Sunday school. Morning Prayer occurs at 9 30 am, and worship at 11 am. On the third Sunday services are listed in a different schedule with Morning Prayer at 9 30 am.
St Patrick's Catholic Church schedules Mass every Sunday at 9, evening service at 7:30, and weekly instruction on Saturdays at 2 o'clock.
Danish Evangel Lutheran Pastor CHR FOLCK invites Scandinavians to Bible class and Sunday school at 1030, services at 11, first three Sundays monthly. Young People’s Society first Sunday afternoon, family meeting second Sunday, Ladies’ Society second Sunday afternoon. South of Potter.
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on South Rose Street hosts morning worship at 11 with a sermon on the Parable of the Tower, and evening service at 7 30 with a theme The Wise Men. Choir music and Sunday school at 10 led by Pastor W T Kahse.
The Christian Endeavor Society leads the matin service at the Christian Church with a full program scheduled. Mrs Peterson reads scripture Proverbs 22, followed by prayers and a business roll call. Members present items on missions, hear “Missions in Action” by Mrs Antrim and other papers, a dialogue, and discussions on how to boost boy girl interest and junior endeavors.
The Triangle girls will meet Saturday March 11 with Miss Afiner if sickness does not forbid. Past meetings were postponed due to sickness in the city. All members urged to bring needle work and dues. Bring another girl with you at 2 p.m. promptly. May Clothier, President.
The entry lists 35 heads of families and 63 adults, totaling 125 souls in the undertaking. This fragment records household counts and overall population for the referenced enrollments or census.
A service will be held at the Gurley school house at 2:30 PM next Sunday conducted by the English Lutheran pastor. Note the date March 19 at 2:30 PM. Despite bad weather last Sunday, attendance was good and interest in an English Lutheran Church continues to grow.
On March 3 the Frances Willard Union was hosted by Mrs Perry and Mrs Brown at the latter's home. The meeting opened with temperance songs followed by scripture and prayer. Roll call cited prohibition facts praising prosperity and peace in new dry states since January 1 1916. A luncheon was served at close.
Methodist Church schedules regular Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. An evangelist, Rev Dan Shannon, will visit Tuesday night at 7 30 p.m. for a free public hearing. A chance not to miss a popular speaker.
Social club notes show the B M S Club meeting last Tuesday with Mrs Fuller. The program highlighted Japan topics with Mrs Meixernan and Mrs Grabill contributions. art and music by Mrs McKernan and Mrs Fuller. A library fund gift of 100 supports reducing local library costs and new books were approved.
The Priscilla Club will meet Friday evening March 10 at the country home of Mr and Mrs Andrews. All members are urged to attend for what is described as a royal good time. Remember the place and time.
The morning service at 11 o clock features a timely sermon Tempted of The Devil with a choir. After the service a congregational meeting is held. Evening worship at 7 20 p m centers on Christ's New Commandment with special music. Sunday school begins at 10 each Sunday.
Epworth League plans March 12 gathering with Mildred McRoberts as leader. References cited include Neh 6 3 Luke 20 49 9 51 12 51 12 35 37 Matt 16 22 23. Special music features a duet by Julian Armstrong and Mable Halston. Join for a splendid League event and enjoy it.
The King's Daughters met Monday afternoon with Mrs. C. Allen and despite the bad weather a good attendance was recorded. It was a denial to miss Mrs. Allen's hospitality as everyone aimed to attend. She served a lovely lunch.
The regular jury panel for the district court includes Fred Rehmer, D F Bennett, Swan Dedrich, C O Bills, J H Foster, W H W Boges, Thomas Bard, Henry Raymond, L Hougen, Henry Vick, J A Thompson, Hugh Woten, Ford Wickhorst, W Johnson, C H Wolfmeyer, W A Wise, and W Rogers. Miss Eva Seidow traveled to Alliance last Saturday to resume her work as a dry goods saleslady there.
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