Local and Personal News Mentions
Union Pacific Agent J Greer and Mrs Greer drove to Laramie on Sunday for a visit with friends. Adam Shimka, prominent farmer of Sunol district, was a business visitor in Sidney on Tuesday. Miss Caroline Kennedy went to Fort Horgan Friday for a visit at the home of an uncle, Fred Quackenbush. Roy Neary captain of the North Sidney baseball club, was a business visitor in town on Wednesday and visited the Telegraph. C G Maley of Maley Motor company made a business trip to Denver, returning with a new 4 cylinder Overland. Sidney Post No 17 of the American Legion has purchased an Overland sedan from Maley Motor company for Legion contest use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
J. Greer
Mrs. Greer
Laramie
Adam Shimka
Sunol
Sidney
Caroline Kennedy
Fort Horgan
Fred Quackenbush
Roy Neary
North Sidney
C. G. Maley
The
Maley Motor Company
Denver
Sidney Post
American Legion
Local officials attend state convention. visitors tour town
Mrs. W. F. Bassett, president of the local chapter P. F. QO, left Monday for Kearney to attend the state convention. L. A. Keedick, formerly of Sidney and now in Toledo Iowa, is in town visiting friends and handling business. Keedick is a brother in law of Jack Bentley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Bassett
P. F. QO
Kearney
Labor Commissioner Kennedy Visits Town From Lincoln
Frank Kennedy state labor commissioner arrived in town from Lincoln on Saturday bearing cases under his department jurisdiction. The visit highlighted ongoing regulatory matters and enforcement efforts in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kennedy
Lincoln
Death notices and family illness reach from Elm Creek to Council Bluffs
W R Pettett was notified by telegram on Monday of his brother Frank Pettett's death at Elm Creek after a lingering illness. Pettett left Monday for his brother's home to attend the funeral. J Vigo Nielson learned of his wife’s serious illness at Council Bluffs and will depart tomorrow. an operation is anticipated and he will stay until danger passes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Pettett
Frank
Elm Creek
Mr. Pettett
J. Vigo Nielson
Council Bluffs
Mr. Nielson
Leonard and Lincoln trip to review threshing machine prospects
BE. J. Leonard Jr., local manager of the Minneapolis Threshing Machine company, conducted a business trip to Lincoln this week and remained several days to assess sensor prospects for his line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. J. Leonard, Jr
Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company
Lincoln
Denver printer Quigley takes charge at Telegraph
M. K. Quigley of Denver arrived in town Sunday and is in charge of the printing department of the Telegraph. Unceasing Tom Fox has returned to Cheyenne. Quigley comes from a large Denver printing establishment and will likely move his family here soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. K. Quigley
Denver
The
Telegraph
Tom Fox
Cheyenne
Mr. Quigley
New Restaurant to Open at Oberfelder Corner Central Ave
Sidney readers learn a new restaurant will open at the Oberfelder corner on Central avenue. C. P. Millett and J. W. Green, notable local auctioneers, have rented the site and it is being remodeled to offer first class service. The establishment is expected to open for business in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Oberfelder Corner
Central Avenue
C. P. Millett
J. W. Green
Mrs Mantor Called Grand Adah In Eastern Star
Mrs Harry I Mantor returned from Hastings where she attended the reunion of the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was appointed Grand Adah during the selection of officers, a post earned by her proven service as district supervisor since January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry I. Mantor
Hastings
Grand Lodge of the Order of the Eastern Star
Mantor
Grand Adah
Order
Knights of Columbus Social At St Patrick Academy
Knights of Columbus and guests gathered in St Patrick Academy auditorium after a brief business session. Visiting Knights and ladies joined locals for an evening of dancing and a substantial lunch, with prizes awarded for the lucky number and the member traveling the farthest to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
St. Patrick's Academy
Order
Sidney Social and Community Notes Dim Daybook
Scottsbluff visitor J and Conlolly and Sidney guest John Courtney with son Leonard, residents near Sidney, visited Thursday. A new daughter born to Ridgeway Fletcher on Tuesday. Jim Irwin of 11 miles west was in town Wednesday on business. Guy Shaw from Lorenzo, school board No 330, in Sidney Tuesday. Ed O’Leary traveled to Lodge Pole and Sedgwick Wednesday. Country club dance Friday May 21 with music and program. Gladys Zimmer, formerly of Sidney, visiting from North Platte. Sidney American Legion Post 17 meets Tuesday May 15 at 8 15 PM in Odd Fellows hall. full attendance urged. Mr Connor, ex-treasurer of Nemaha county, in town Monday from Redington to announce Democratic bid for state treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Shaw
Sidney Post No
The
American Legion
Odd Fellows
Connor
Nemaha County
Redington
Reverend Elsen To Deliver Baccalaureate Sermon
Rev David Elsen a Christian church minister from Scottsbluff visits this week and will preach the baccalaureate sermon to the high school graduating class next Sunday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Elsen
Christian Church
Scottsbdluff
Fire Marshal Trouton to Visit Bidney on Fire Prevention Day
Fire Marshal John C. Trouton and several deputies will visit Bidney for fire prevention day next Tuesday to discuss safety measures and fire prevention practices with residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Trouton
Bidney
Sidney Oshkosh game moved to 1 30 Sunday to avoid conflict
The hour of the next Sunday ball game between Sidney and Oshkosh is moved to 1 30 pm to avoid clashing with the tabernacle meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Oshkosh
Tabernacle
Dix Mercantile May Dance Opens With Gralbill’s
In Dix on Saturday evening May 22 the Dix Mercantile company hosts an opening dance in the big hall. Gralbill's Merry Makers will provide the music for the event attracting lovers of erpsichore and promising an enjoyable affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dix Mercantile Company
Dix
Substituting Clerk From Burlington Visits Sterling Family
Lenn Taylor of Sterling, serving in the Burlington station, traveled to Sterling on Sundir and escorted Mrs. Taylor to Sidney. Taylor is a nephew of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. M. Wright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lenn Taylor
Sterling
Burlington
Sundir
Taylor
Sidney
Wr. Taylor
CC. M. Wright
Fuller notes Cheyenne county best in state crop outlook
W W G Fuller of the Roberts Fuller Grain company visited the city on Tuesday to inspect crop conditions statewide. He stated Cheyenne county looked better to him than any other section of the state, indicating a favorable local outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ww. G. Fuller
Roberts-Fuller Grain Company
Fuller
Cheyenne County
Benefit Dance At Krueger Lake For Decoration Day
A benefit dance will be given at Krueger's lake Monday evening May 24 under the auspices of Sidney Post No 17 of the American Legion. Proceeds go to buy flowers for ex service men’s graves decorated on Decoration Day. Grabill's Merrymakers supply the music. Admission one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krueger
Dance in Elmer Chean's barn for club benefit
A dance will be held at Elmer Chean's barn in the Huntsman area to aid the North Sidney baseball club. The event occurs Saturday evening May 29 at a location three miles west and two miles south of Huntsman, five miles south and three miles west of Gurley. Good music and refreshments will be served. all are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Chean
North Sidney
Huntsman
Gurley
Pleasant hard times dance at Robin opera house
Last week a cheerful hard times dance was held Thursday night at the Robin opera house under Post No 17 of the American Legion. A fair crowd attended and the event was well managed with Seimers’ orchestra providing music. Prizes were won by Mrs Tack Heavrin and Heinie Harper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robin Opera House
Post No 17 of
The
American Legion
Seimers
Memorial Day flowers call M G Howard
Memorial Day flowers are requested by M G Howard of the North Platte affair company for arrangements and delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. G. Howard
North Platte Fieral Co
Dalton man files for sheriff Democratic nomination
Ernie Blome of Dalton has filed as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for sheriff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernie Blome
Dalton
A.M. Harris Drives New Buick Sedan From Hahler Garage
A.M. Harris purchases and drives a brand new Buick sedan from Hahler Garage in a local showing of post purchase pride.
Frank O Kane Visits Mother in Tucson Arizona
Frank O Kane of Tuscon Ariz is visiting at the home of his mother Mrs James O Kane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank O'Kane
Tuscon,Ariz
James O’kane
Friday class night at the U S A theatre program
A Friday event at the U S A theatre features an excellent program during class night.
Irrigation District Plans Discussed at Kimball Event
Co. D. Green visited Kimball Bushnell and Pine Bluffs on Wednesday to advance plans for the Kimball irrigation district. L. H. Bridges, Home Insurance special agent from Omaha, spent the week in the area on related business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. D. Green
Kimball, Bushnell and
Pine Bluffs
Kimball
L. H. Bridges
The
Home Insurance Company of
Omaha
Frickey Family Attends Dance at Chappell Friday Night
Raymond C. Frickey danced at a Chappell event on Friday night. C. H. Frickey and his wife traveled back to Sidney with him and spent a few days visiting their son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond C. Frickey
Chappell
C. H. Frickey
Sidney
Reverend George Jones Weekend Visitor in Town
Reverend George Jones, Methodist Episcopal minister at University Place, spent the weekend visiting his sister Mrs. Charles Hower and his brother Isaac Jones in the area, staying at their homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Jones
University Place
Charles Hower
Isaac Jones
Dalton Women and Davieson Called to Denver for Ill Father
Mrs A A Rudd Mrs Herbert Foster of Dalton and James Davison were called to Denver on Wednesday due to the serious illness of their father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Rudd
Herbert Foster
Dalton
James Davison
Denver
Sidney visits and social notes from North Platte
Miss Lydia McAdams of North Platte visited friends in Sidney on Saturday. J. H. Foster of Dalton was a business visitor in Sidney last Friday. Mrs. I Zimmer of North Platte was the guest of Sidney friends during the past week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia McAdams
North Platte
Sidney
J. H. Foster
Dalton
I. Zimmer
Attorney Parks’s Business Trip to Laramie
Attorney C. Fred Parks made a business trip to Laramie last week returning Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Fred Parks
Laramie
Narrogin and Baker Visit Sidley Over Weekend
L L C Narrogin and George W Baker of Broken Bow were visitors in Sidley over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L L. C. Narrogin
George W. Baker
Broken Bow
Sidley
Town Visitors From Billings and Elm Creek
Ray Miller of Billings Mont was in town Saturday on business. David Krueger and Joseph Lloyd of Elm Creek were in town over Sunday visiting friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Miller
Billings, Mont
David Krueger
Joseph Lloyd
Elm Creek
Newborn Boy Weighing 9.14 Pounds Arrives at Brooks Home
A fine new boy weighing 9.14 pounds arrived on May 7 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Brooks. The family welcomed the child with joy as relatives shared in the happy occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Brooks
Kensington M E church seam-monthly luncheon held
The Kensington of the M. E. church hosted its seam monthly luncheon in the basement of the church on Wednesday evening, drawing attendees from the local congregation for fellowship and dessert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Kensington of the
M. E. Church
New typesetting machine installed in Banner County News office
Western Nebraska newspapers gain new typesetting machines with the Banner County News installing last week. All offices in the region now equipped except the Record at Bushnell, leaving one omission in the western counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banner County
Nebraska
Bushnell
Oberfelder to Visit Denver for Mining Interests
Robert S. Oberfelder left Sunday for Denver and other Colorado points where he will spend several days looking after extensive mining interests owned by himself and brother Joseph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert S. Oberfelder
Denver
Colorado
Joseph
Chicago visitor Miss Florence Hardy to stay with Hardy brothers
Miss Florence Hardy of Chicago arrived in town early in the week to visit her brothers W. R. Hardy and A. S. Hardy at W. R. Hardy's home. She plans to remain in town for several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Hardy
Chicago
W. R. Hardy
A. S. Hardy
Miss Hardy
Prominent Harrisburg figure seeks Nebraska secretary of state
Dr Col Page of Harrisburg a longtime Bunner county leader and former county clerk has filed as a Republican candidate for secretary of state for the August primaries. He currently serves as cashier of the Banner County Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Page
Harrisburg
Bunner County
Banner County
Route and Social Visits Across the Area
Route A West Gurley Mrs Walter Aurich visited with Mrs Walter Ehlers on Saturday. Rev Polster and Arnold Stockamp went to Denver on Saturday and drove back a new sedan for the Reverend. Mrs Walker and Mrs Knox went to Sidney on Saturday. George Caldwell and family visited Sunday evening with the Korsmeyers. Fred Feldman began work on Monday for Richard Shultz. M A Shipman Burlington agent at Sidney was driving over the wheat fields on Friday. Mr and Mrs Walter Ehlers and Mr and Mrs Walter Aurich drove to Swatslanders on a picnic Sunday. Gir and Mrs Otto Kurz of west Sidney visited Sunday with their daughter and her husband Mr and Mrs Bert Walker. Mrs Albert Jeudes has so far improved from her long illness that she is able to take short auto rides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Aurich
Walter Ehlers
Rev. Polster
Arnold Stockamp
Denver
Walker
Knox
Sidney
George Caldwell
Korsmeyers
Fred Feldman
Richard Shultz
M. A. Shipman
Burlington
Swatslanders
Gir
Otto Kurz
West Sidney
Bert Walker
Gurley News Briefs From Gurley Nebraska Local Notes
Several showers visited the locality last week and crops look fine with good prospects for harvest. Sidney visitors included Mrs Ruhter and Irene. Neal Rowan, Agnes Semer nd, and Mr and Mrs Lynn Cunningham toured Court House Rock. Prof Bright of Chadron State Normal visited the high school. Rev Kaub of Sidney and Evangelist Rose spoke to the M E congregation. Ninety six women and girls attended the community hall meeting. Mrs Rose’s address was enjoyed. Evangelist Rose spoke to fifty six men and boys at Gurley Lumber Co. Ivan Walker drove down to Lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruhter
Irene
Sidney
Neal Rowan
Mmss
Agnes Semernd
Lynn Cunningham
Court House Rock
Prof
Bright
Chadron State Normal
Kaub
Evangelist Rose
M. E
Rosedale Rodeo and Horse Races Announced at New Track
Rodeo races and riding contests along with horses racing at the new track east of the Country club set for May 30. Watch for further particulars from George Burris and J R Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Club
George Burris
J. R. Brown
Gift Shop Advertises Lingerie Clasps and Gifts
A compact ad promotes a Gift Shop offering lingerie clasps shoulder pins vanity items pearl necks memory books leather novelties and related gifts. It promises finding the desired item at the right price.
Rotary District Governor Saxton Visits Sidney Club
District Governor of Rotarians Burton J. Saxton from Sioux City Iowa was the guest of Sidney Rotarians on Thursday of last week. His presence was an occasion of much interest to the local club members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton J. Saxton
Sioux City
Iowa
Sidney
Fishermen John Scheurman and Ex Breternitz at Harris Lake
John Scheurman and Ex Breternitz visited Harris Lake on Sunday for a fishing trip. They hooked a fair catch and battled with several large fish, inspiring a likely good fish story by Mr. Scheurman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Scheurman
Breternitz
Harris Lake
Mr. Schuerman
Sidney crowd attends Krueger lake dance for Bunker Hill era
A group from Sidney traveled to Krueger's lake on Wednesday night to attend a dance held to raise funds for the Bunker Hill baseball era. Ron Barker and his Rhythm Rustlers provided the music for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Krueger
Former Sidney teacher Florence Sixta convalesces at Schuyler
Miss Florence Sixta, ex Sidney schools teacher, is convalescing at her Schuyler home after appendicitis surgery at Omaha Methodist Hospital. Friends report she is recovering well and plans to return next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Sixta
Sidney
Schuyler
Methodists Hospital
Omaha
Miss Sixta
Live Stock Prices at South Omaha May 19 1926
Report from Union Stockyards shows a moderate cattle run about 6 000 on sale with steers and yearlings selling 10 to 15 cents higher. Top on steers $10.00, cattle and calf quotations listed across grades. light hogs in strong demand with top at $14.00 and most sales $13.40 to $13.80.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Prize Charleston Contest and Dance at Tobin Opera House
A coming event of interest will be the prize Charleston contest and dance to be given in the Tobin opera house on Thursday evening May 27. Gra bill's Merrymakers will furnish the usual fine musical program for the dancers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobin Opera House
Grabill
Bazaar and dance at St Patrick's auditorium well attended
The Catholic church ladies hosted a bazaar at St Patrick's auditorium on Tuesday with a subsequent dance. The event was well patronized and the evening's program was enjoyed by attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies of the Catholic Church
St. Patrick's Auditorium
Chaney Family Journey to Rockport for Funeral
Mr and Mrs A R Chaney and their son Richard traveled by car to Rockport Missouri after the death of Mrs Chaney's mother who passed away Tuesday morning They will stay in Rockport until the funeral is held and return afterward
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.R. Chaney
Richard
Rockport
Hanson Family Arrives in Sidney for Summer Stay
J. R. Hanson of Hanson Audit in Fremont and his wife with their baby daughter have settled into the Hardy apartments in Sidney and plan to remain through most of the summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Hanson
The
Hanson Audit Company of
Fremont
Sidney
Hardy Apartments
Bank Representatives to Attend Group 7 Meeting in Nebraska
Representatives of Sidney banks travel to Chippell on Thursday May 7 for the annual meeting of Group 7 members. A program of interest to the banking fraternity will be presented. The event is hosted in a western Nebraska town among the group’s rotating locations and draws keen interest from members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Banks
Chippell
Nebraska
McCormick Leaves Telegraph for Clarion Monitor
Harry McCormick longtime Telegraph advertiser and reporter departed Friday evening with Mrs. McCormick and their daughter for Omaha. He has accepted a position on the Clarion Monitor reporting for duty this week, leaving many friends in town who regret their departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry McCormick
The
Telegraph
Adr
Lamb market shows light supplies and firm to higher bids
Sheep and lamb receipts were light at around 4200 head on sale. Trade active with fed and clipped lambs 15 to 26 cents higher and spring lambs 25 to 60 cents up. First Idaho spring lambs of the season sold at 16.75, fed clipped lambs 16.15, old sheep steady. Quoted: lambs medium to choice 15.00 to 15.76, clipped lambs 15.10 to 15.15, spring lambs 16.00 to 16.75, feeding lambs 13.00 to 13.60, yearling wethers 10.50 to 12.00, fat ewes 6.00 to 7.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idaho
Faither Reali Reward Faith Quote by John Herman Randall
A quotation attributed to John Herman Randall defines faith as the willingness to untiringly pursue what we seek daily translate possibilities into realities. The remark highlights the mindset behind persistent effort and practical realization of ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Herman Randall
Gurley School Programs Highlight Parents Day in Sidney
A large Gurley delegation attended Gurley night at the tabernacle in Sidney Tuesday evening. Wednesday was parents day at Gurley schools with many patrons visiting rooms and enjoying programs and exhibits. The year is praised as one of the best, credit going to the teachers for excellent work. Nora Straight visited Gurley Tuesday afternoon. Ella Moore of Gering visits her son Rev. L A Moore and family. Rev Kahse of Sidney attended the meeting Tuesday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora Straight
Ella Moore
Gering
Rev
L. A. Moore
Bake Sale by W B A at Sidney Meat and Provision
The ladies of the W B A will hold a bake sale at the Sidney Meat and Provision company on Saturday May 22 starting at 2 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Meat and Provision Company
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Telegraph
Guy V. Doran
J. &. Conlolly of
Scottsbluff
John IX Courtney
Leonard
Mrs. Ridgeway Fletcher
Jim Irwin
Ed O'Leary
Lodge Pole
Sedgwick
Gladys Zimmer
Sidney Young Lady
A.M. Harris
Hahler Gar
Niles FE. Olson of
West Gurley
Albert Jeudes
South Omaha
Kahse
Bake Sale
Elizabeth
Betty”) Clark
Cedars
Delaware
Philadelphia
Betty
Washington
Whits House
Coolidge
Howard's
Sidney, Neb
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