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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1890
Page
1
Grain, Flour and Feed announce pricing terms at cost until the next crop is assured. They pledge to meet all price cuts and improve, quoting Pure Patent from Minneapolis at 120, Standard Bakers 95 cents, Grey Eagle 90 cents, and Cold Dust at 110 dollars.
A grocer notes plans to sell groceries this year if prices and quality meet expectations. The store reports a large stock of dried fruit, quality fin e, and prices low.
Our lines are now in or will be in a few days replete with the newest and choicest spring goods selected from the best houses in Chicago and New York and will be sold at prices that must ensure quick sales. Be sure you look through this stock before buying.
We are agents for Selz Schwanl Co Boots and Shoes offering satisfaction every time and selling them at prices lower than any comparable quality.
Be sure you examine our spring stock which will be ready for inspection in a very short time.
Thelves visit Sidney and steal valuables from M. Cohn's clothing store while night watches fail. A grocer’s store is robbed of canned goods, a suspect named William McGee is jailed after a car-stored haul is recovered, and a mysterious disappearance of Frank Clayton from Long Pine to Springview stirs local fears.
A caregiver thanks local friends for support during a husband’s last illness and burial. The message lauds a family dictionary as a priceless educational aid for children and family use, praising Baldry Warner Benger Fleck and others for their help.
Hon George F Blanchard assumed duties as register of the land office on Monday and has begun routine work. Mr Gapen remains as clerk, continuing in his position.
The Creamery is likely to resume operation this spring after a creditor proposition to foreclose the mortgage and assume other debts and take the property. The note hints at financial actions and property transfer tied to the case. Sidney Dancing Club hosted the second hop at Pythian Castle Thursday night, praised as enjoyable as the previous event, with attendees in period dress and dancing. Oberfelder & Co provided dresses and accessories for the event.
A Sidney resident defends Congressman Dorsey against criticism and praises his support for local land office appointments. The letter highlights Dorsey’s influence, funds he secured for Fort Sidney repairs, and outlines a proposed irrigation ditch project aimed at irrigating 200000 acres, powering industry, and boosting Pumpkin valley’s growth with a May start, funded by water rentals rather than public surveying costs. It notes political tensions, expected labor from farmers, and engineers Mead Gilchrist and Johnston consulting locals.
A Wyoming water project by the Interstate Canal and Water Supply Company aims to build a fifty foot wide ditch through Banner, Cheyenne and Scotts Bluff counties. Trustees include Elwood Mead, Andrew Gilchrist, and James A Johnston. The route crosses Mitchell Bottom, north of Scott’s Bluff, through Gering toward Creighton valley, with tunnels planned to reach Pumpkin Creek valley. The chief engineer says about a hundred thousand acres could be irrigated once the ditch reaches Horseshoe Flats, with routes around Chimney Rock and Redington, reaching the valley table south of Redington and beyond.
A collage of publishers announcements praises Isaacs translated as Maria, with depictions of Afro-Hispanic themes, and points to Maupassant, Lafcadio Hearn, and Demorest's Magazine illustration. Local notes mention Sidney land office officer Blanchard, missing man Frank Clayton-ory near Long Pine, editor’s gratitude for a gift from Lieut Bailey, and new shoes arriving at Ouerfelder & Co.
Mrs Coughlin of Sidney dies at home a week after giving birth to a daughter. She was born in Ireland and married John Coughlin in Cheyenne in 1881. Remains to Cheyenne for burial with husband and relatives. Also noted: ErasmusJesson, Union Pacific worker, died of pneumonia then erysipelas. services at Lutheran church. Ladies Aid Society hosted a fine entertainment at Mr Ty B Dawson’s residence contributing to community spirit.
A military notice reports Private Dwyer of company C deserting this week and Private Anderson of company K is also listed as absent. Lieut Bonesteel met in Omaha while Principal Musicians Fritz and Burgman are on duty in Kimball. A board led by Lieut Wittich and Lt Palmer investigates Private D Conley of company E’s desertion. The 23d moves to San Antonio. the 19th Infantry replaces it at San Antonio and shifts headquarters from Fort Wayne to San Antonio area. The 10th Infantry moves from Dakota to the Atlantic division. Second and Fourth Cavalry and First and Fifth Artillery change stations. Buckwear and Ousercooks 4 Co advertise for sale.
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