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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1901
Page
5
The Telegraph Directory compiles county officers and state officials with district judges and sheriffs, plus village trustees, teachers and church congregations in Sidney. It lists local lodges, fraternal orders, and social groups including the Masons, Odd Fellows, Royal Neighbors, and degree organizations, with officers and meeting times.
A Texas town encounter with Charles B. Hanford features a persistent would be performer who boasts three memorized pieces. The proposed plan would haul him along the road in hopes of expanding his act while a New York Telegram quote notes a possible paid tour.
Major Pond recalls Ralph Waldo Emersons last lecture at Old South Church in Boston to raise funds for its preservation. Emerson loses his place as his granddaughter guides him back, then sets aside manuscript while an audience member urges an orderly exit. The scene draws tears and leaves a deep impression.
The interviewer records Alderman Swethed's cautious stance on altering grammar school curricula. He praises the reporter's verbatim recall of his remarks and notes he has studied curricula both locally and abroad, indicating no radical changes without further review.
The first photographic portrait was of Mrs Dorothy Draper in 1839 by her brother Dr John Draper. Ireland ships about 4000 tons of eggs yearly to England totaling around 610000000 in round figures.
The ad claims most Americans suffer dyspepsia and liver complaints with sour stomach sick headache and other symptoms. It touts August Flower for relief in two doses and Bucklen's Arnica Salve for leg sores ulcers and wounds claiming quick cures.
Win Abbott of Tyndall recounts Cham berlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a reliable treatment for calf scours. He says one teaspoonful in water after each excessive bowel movement works, and notes he has relied on it for years. Sold by D. J. Scanlon.
Weather wax of Wyanfotte Michigan recalls his father and sister dying of consumption. He credits Dr. King's New Discovery with saving him from a severe lung illness after pneumonia left an obstinate cough. He reports rapid recovery and weight gain. The remedy is offered in trial bottles free and large bottles at druggists.
A column extols coughing as a symptom of dangerous diseases like consumption and bronchitis. It claims early treatment cures are possible and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, noting wide sale and success. For sale by D. J Scanlon.
The Burlington advertises low round trip rates to San Francisco for Epworth League members in July. Travel cost will be cut by half, with San Francisco’s perfect summer climate appealing to many. A brochure details rates, scenery, route, stopovers, privileges, and through cars, available on request from J Francis General Pass Agent.
Civil War veteran M. M. Austin of Winchester Indiana notes his wife fell ill for a long time and was cured by Dr. King's New Life Pills, praising their effectiveness. The ad copy urges readers to try them, claiming only 25 cents at all druggists.
PULLMAN ORDINARY SLEEPING CARS FOR TOURISTS are the most comfortable means of travel for settlers, homeseekers, and hunting parties. These cars run daily from Nebraska and Kansas to California and Oregon with mats, curtains, blankets, pillows provided. Uniformed porters care for all passengers and keep cars in good order.
July 1 to 13 the Burlington Route offers round trip tickets to San Francisco at unprecedented low rates. From Canaha the rate is 60 for promoters points with return valid until August 31 1900. Clergymen teachers and others with time can take a summer outing at a price within reach. An illustrated folder with full information is mailed on request from J Francis General Passenger Agent Omaha Neb.
A German physician Dr Boschee prescribes Corumn Syrup as a cure for coughs colds and lung troubles. It is claimed to have stood the test of years with millions of bottles sold annually since 1860s and three doses said to relieve ordinary coughs at 73 cents per bottle. Green’s Prize Almanac advertised.
The Burlington Route announces twenty prizes for letters about Nebraska to promote immigration. Top prize includes a round trip from any Burlington station in Nebraska to Yellowstone National Park and a full park visit, with other prizes to Colorado, the Black Hills, Chicago, and St. Louis plus cash awards. Entries describe successful farming, stock raising, dairying, fruit growing, and related topics. Contest closes May 31. Francis, General Passenger Agent, Omaha, Neb. Also ad for Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets at 25 cents, sold by D J Scanlon.
Epworth League Convention in San Francisco July 18 to 21, 1901 with round trip fare 45.00 from Missouri River points via Union Pacific. Tickets on sale July 6 to 13 with final return limit August Slat 1901. E R Breiscuh, Agent.
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