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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1921
Page
2
Mrs Fred Seeger and Mrs Pitman led a well attended Altar Society meeting at St Patrick's auditorium last Thursday afternoon. Indies served a hot chicken lunch to the Circle and invited guests. The event marked a significant effort by the small committee and brought pleasure to attendees.
Judge Westover and Mrs Bikner were hosted by Dr and Mrs Westover for an evening of old acquaintances. After a pleasant visit they traveled the city and countryside in Mrs Bikner’s car following dinner.
The BO chapter of the P. E. O. society in this city elected officers for the year. President Mrs. John McIntosh. Vice President Mrs. O. R. Owens. Secretary Recorder Mrs. A. B. Phelps. Corresponding Secretary Miss Vateska Neubauer. Treasurer Mrs. J. A. Bentley. Chaplain Mrs. Samuel Light Guard. Organist Mrs. G. R. Buckher.
Mrs Frances Vacik has been selected as choir leader at the Presbyterian church. The church notes it has built progress under former director Mrs Van Brunt and aims to continue that advancement. Vacik is recognized in the music world and her selection was approved by all sides.
Mrs I E Grabill hosted twenty five ladies last Thursday afternoon. They were joined by Mrs Audrey Fullerton of Chicago visiting her sister Mrs Don Saxon. Guests enjoyed conversation music and a delicious three course luncheon.
Mrs Kepler entertained Chicago society figure Mrs Fullerton at a Monday afternoon card gathering. Three tables were used and a dainty three course luncheon complemented the event.
Visiting Lady Mrs H D Moore hosted an afternoon Kensington for twelve ladies to honor Mrs Fullerton on Wednesday afternoon. A lovely lunch in three courses was served. Last Thursday evening the Presbyterian Circle held a complimentary reception for Mrs Van Brunt and the choristers who performed the cantata at the Easter Sunday service. Mrs Van Brunt received a gold mesh bag as a token. The gathering was very delightful with delectable refreshments.
Mrs Saxon gave a Kensington afternoon tea on Tuesday with her sister Mrs Audrey Fullerton of Chicago. Twenty friends enjoyed the hospitality and a two course luncheon capped the event.
Cheyenne residents Baker LeFors Teonard and Bessie M. LeFors wed April 18 at the Presbyterian manse by Reverend S. Light. The couple plans to reside in Wyoming.
Waldo E. Grover of Sidney and Vera G. Moran of Denver Colorado were wed by Reverend Samuel Light on Monday May 2. They will remain in Sidney until next September then plan to move westward.
Charles Kerl and Olive May Boyard of Chappell were joined in marriage on April 21 by Judge Chambers. Miss Mabel Halston and W. W. Chowins served as witnesses.
Library Board met Tuesday evening with all members present. New members Samuel Light Ernest Worden and Mrs Tom Antrim join existing members Mrs John McIntosh and Mrs Margaret Martin. Board plans June meeting to organize new officers.
At the close of the school year a vote was held to redecorate the basement of the Library building. The plan includes wall redecorating, woodwork sponging, and installation of new light fixtures.
May baskets created by Oma Chick and Elsie Philson were delivered at the Phil Etherton home to the Morris children. The gift, a generous fruit and candy arrangement with wildflower border, was given after their mother recently died in a horse incident. The children and their aunt and uncle expressed sincere appreciation.
Three men from Stuart lose their lives when a boat capsizes during a bass fishing trip on Dora Lake fifteen miles south of Stuart. Dr David Stuart Jr and Thomas Enstein battle cold and exhaustion for an hour before Enstein sinks. Rescue efforts recover Forrest Shearer and John Koepp. Enstein remains missing as of Sunday night.
Crazed veteran Patrick return ed from overseas and bound for Hastings after committing to the state hospital for insane. He has suffered from non stop talks of war memories and endured cruelty and suffering of veterans. He has been living with his widowed mother.
In district court today Carl Anderson filed suit against Frank Hanlon claiming a delivery vehicle tied to Hanlon struck his daughter Arvilla Anderson a 12 year old North school pupil in front of Midland college book store two weeks ago. He seeks 15000 dollars asserting permanent injuries.
Mrs Joseph Fletcher forty six of St Edwards shot herself in the right temple at home and left a note explaining the act. She claimed a buried infant from an unmarried daughter’s birth died two days after birth and was buried in a hen house. A search for the body is under way.
An old Scottish parable frames a plea from the Presbyterian seminary for more men to enter the clergy. The article cites Literary Digest data showing low pastor salaries and notes the 1919 labor minimum for a family of five. It argues fair compensation may attract promising ministers while praising their spiritual work.
A local ad promotes Conklin fountain pens described as medium priced, available at the Rexali Store. The listing emphasizes affordable writing instruments and directs buyers to the retailer for purchase.
Births include a son for Mr and Mrs Guy E Taylor on April 2 and a son for Mr and Mrs Charles B Matthews on May 1. Local residents C W Smith and Gurley visited Sidney. Harm Fecht of Dalton joined others in Sidney on Saturday. Fred Beyer of Bunker Hill and family returned from the Academy trip. A V Knox C A Hill and Tempest with Opal Folks came from the north table to shop and attend the matinee.
Mrs R A Babcock and her mother Mrs Cords and Mrs Nels Miller drove from Potter Saturday to shop in town. William Willging of Marsh Jewelry returns from a two week visit in Dubuque Iowa with relatives. Bishop Beecher visited Friday and golfed with Charlie West and Reverend Ives after his mission ends. Frank Haiston of Omaha visits his mother Mrs B Haiston and sister Miss Mabel and plans further West. Mrs Haiston may join him here this week. Mrs Clark Fuller and two children left last week to join Mr Fuller at Broadwater after visiting Mrs Fuller's parents Mr and Mrs D R Jones.
Fred Lindberg of Bridgeport attended court here on Friday. Lindberg served as county commissioner of Cheyenne county for several years and later of Morrill county. He is a successful banker and property owner in that county.
Mr and Mrs GC C Darnell returned Thursday from Oakland California where they spent the time since the first of last October They had a fine winter but Sidney folks who roam always find Sidney looking welcome to return They met many Sidney people and others in seaport towns who profess happiness yet will likely head back Sidneywards
Grand Prairie residents Mr and Mrs Frank Holm and children shared dinner at Elmer Larson s on Sunday. Christine and Frank Flessner visited in Chappell. Walter Frerichs has missed several days of school after being hurt by a horse. Mr and Mrs Henry Beebe and son Vernell visited relatives in Dalton last Friday. Lillie Holm socialized with Fern Miller Saturday night and Sunday. Weaver family shopped in Dalton Saturday. Peter Stevens arrived from Gothenburg to handle business. Mrs FE A Johnson and children Bernice Shrader and Will and Albert Johnson were guests at Walter Hern bloom s last Sunday. Earl Hohn and Everett Hubbell visited Meyer boys Sunday. Bernice Shrader and her pupils visited District 39 last Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Frank Lundgren and sons spent Friday with her mother while Mr Lundgren went to Sunol.
North Divide Bay Frame trades mules for two teams of horses and visits Mrs. Mike Swartz who is improving slowly. Momer Anderson family moves to Kimball. Frank Goodwin at Scottsbluffs. Henry Peppe departs for Geneva after extended stay with Herman Blanke family. Mrs. John Jones helps cleaning. Lew Sparks family moving to Broadwater. Ethel and Reba Sparks stay with John Sparks until school ends. Hubert Owens kicked by a horse with uncertain outcome. Jurors Geo Rippe and Wm Hornby spend week in Sidney. A J Chean family enjoy...
A splendid dinner was held Sunday at the home of Mr. Miles and family. Miss Genlia Connelly of west of Sidney assists Mrs. Frank Goodwin with housework. The Sternberg child was ill but improving under physician care. Mrs. Clyde Kinton was also ill. a physician was summoned and the patient rested easily. Sternberg brothers attended court earlier in the week.
A Sidney reader praises a level headed graduate who resists flashy pretenses. The story describes a boy buying a cheaper shirt and altering a suit, while noting social pressure to impress with money. He argues true worth lies in genuine character, not expensive cosmetics.
Sidney D. Abbott of 313 8th Street Cedar Rapids says five years of indigestion and poor appetite caused gas nausea and heart palpitations. After taking Tanlac he reports a splendid appetite gained eight pounds and improved breathing with no trouble eating meat or other foods.
Ethel Maud Vernon, 21, died near Dixon Wyoming on April 26 and was returned to her former home near Veetz with her husband by her side. The body was taken to the home of Mr and Mrs Corners northwest of Peetz, parents of Mrs Vernon, and a large funeral was held Sunday at two o'clock.
The pastor of the Methodist church officiated and Rebeccas had a part in the service. The husband, parents, two brothers and two sisters survive to mourn the untimely death. The family is well known in Weld county, Colorado, and in southern Cheyenne county, Nebraska.
Ungrateful passengers accosted Brumbaugh of Chester and three friends seeking a ride on Sunday night two miles from town. The group was robbed of twenty five dollars and a Ford car. The sheriff nabbed the thieves near Hebron within an hour and reported the incident to nearby towns.
The Lincoln Highway is described as never better, with a hard packed gravel surface that is fairly level and makes travel a sheer pleasure for motorists.
Cabbage celery tomato sweet potatoes and cauliflower priced at 1 per 100. Egg plant and peppers 3c each. Blooming pansies and asters 5e each. All post paid. Midwest Plant House North Platte Nebraska.
Bassett's Pharmacy offers Walko Roup Cholera and White Diarrhea tablets for prevention in young chicks. These veterinary remedies target common poultry diseases and are available now.
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