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Newspaper

Sidney Telegraph

Location

Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1929

Page

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Christensen Reelected Secretary of District Bankers

Marius Christensen of Sidney was reelected secretary of the seventh district of the Nebraska Bankers association at an all day session in Sidney. Oscar Lovelace of Mitchell was named president, succeeding A. J. Jorgenson, with Charles H. Burk of Mitchell as vice president. Over 120 bankers and wives attended, with events in the U. S. A. theatre building and a banquet at the Sidney country club. The program featured talks on bank legislation and management, plus musical interludes.

Marius Christensen Sidney Nebraska Bankers Association Oscar Lovelace Mitchell A. J. Jorgenson Charles H. Burk Union Pacific Sidney Country Club House H. C. Welker Presbyterian Church Herman Schroeder Roland V. Rodman Kimball Ronald Barker Phil Hall Dan Riley B. A C. G. Bliss Department of Trade and Commerce Commercial Bank Management W. H. Dressler Omaha Byron Dunn Lincon C. F

Sidney Country Club Golf Team Unveils 1929 Schedule

The Sidney country club golf committee released an active 1929 schedule featuring dual and tournament matches. Opens Sunday at North Platte, regarded among the toughest tests on the slate, with local tournaments still being finalized. No June games set for June 2 or 9. a June 16 clash with Scottsbluff on the Bluffs course follows, and June 23 marks the first local club match hosting Sterling.

Sidney Country Club North Platte Sidney Scottsbluff Bluffs Sterling

Greenlees Announce Oshkosh Overalls Dealership

Greenlees, Inc. in The Telegraph issue announces their dealership for Oshkosh overalls. Roy Greenlee touts the Oshkosh line for real quality and lasting wear as the finest overall buy. Rolfe Hine, head window decorator, features an attractive window display.

Greenlees, Inc Telegraph Roy Greenlee Rolfe Hine Greenlee

Doctor Eikner narrowly spared in ill fated clinic disaster

Dr W T Eikner former Sidney physician had planned to visit the doomed Cleveland clinic for months and would have been there at the time of the fatal explosion, but a delay in business affairs kept him away.

W. T. Eikner Sidney Cleveland Clinic Dr. Eikner

Eighth graders honored for perfect attendance at Sidney schools

Imogene Mowrer and Elmer Ladine of the Sidney public schools eighth grade graduating class have not missed a day or been tardy all year, records show. The pair are praised for perfect attendance in the school year highlights.

Imogene Mowrer Elmer Ladine Sidney Public Schools

Delta Upsilon Plans New Chapter House in Sidney

The Delta Upsilon fraternity in Sidney has bought property at the northwest corner of 16th and U streets for a new chapter house. site features 80 foot frontage on 16th and 120 on U, near other Greek houses and three sorority homes. Nebraska graduate Roy Greenlee will attend the Delta Upsilon banquet in Lincoln on June 1.

Delta Upsilon, Nebraska E Street 16Th U Streets A. W. Field 16Th Street U Street Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Nu Delta Upsilon Phi Kappa Psi Alpha Tau Omega Lambda Chi Alpha Sigma Phi Epsilon Tau Kappa Epsilon Theta Chi 16Th Stret Kappa Kappa Gamma Alpha Chi Omega Delta Zeta Sidneyemen Roy Greenlee Nebraska Lincoln

Sidney High School Holds Commencement for 32 Seniors

Thirty two Sidney high school graduates received diplomas at last night's commencement in the Methodist Episcopal church. Laurence Davis, a Sid ney graduate and Wesleyan student pastor, delivered the address as the youngest speaker yet for the local ceremony, praising the retiring class with thoughtful reflections. The program featured a Virginia Johnson processional and several vocal and spoken pieces.

Sidney High School Methodist Episcopal Church Laurence Davis Wesleyan University Davis Virginia Johnson Hal Schenck Rose Marie Donald Shipman Lucile Waddell Robert Harper Lomila McCleneghan Barcarolle

Grocery stores in Sidney offer real money savers

The Telegraph advertising columns reveal scores of grocery bargains in quality goods from favored grocers. Sidney residents can monitor The Telegraph for best prices and savings on everyday needs.

Sidney Telegraph

Wheatland Murderer Faces Trial Monday

John Victor Montour, 23, is to stand trial Monday in Wheatland charged with the atrocious murder of his two year old white stepdaughter. He confessed when captured after a wide manhunt and expressed a plea of guilty under cross examination by Wheatland officers. He has been held in the county jail since his arrest at the hobo roost lodging house.

John Victor Montour Wheatland West Montour Carl Livoni Arthur Renfield

Theatre party arranged for kiddies tomorrow at U S A theatre

Arrangements are complete for a free theatre party for children 12 and under tomorrow at the U S A theatre. They will see the serial Tarzan the Mighty with admission limited to accompanied children. Free ice cream cones await attendees at Bassett Pharmacy after the show.

Bassetts Pharmacy the Telegraph Bassett Brothers Tarzan the Mighty

Electric Dealers Breakfast Hosts Nebraska Delegates

Members of the Nebraska division of the National Electric Light association, en route to a two day convention at Scottsbluff, were guests of Sidney for a breakfast at the Union Pacific hotel. S. P. MacFadden hosted. Mayor Herman Schroeder welcomed the visitors as C. W. Amidon noted appreciation. The group toured via Scottsbluff autos to review Cheyenne county crops with a full program planned, including sessions, banquet, carnival, and dance at the Lincoln hotel. Over 150 delegates and wives registered. prominent electric figures attended.

Nebraska National Electric Light Association Scottsbluff Sidney Union Pacific S. P. MacFadden Western Public Service Company Herman Schroeder C. W. Amidon Grand Island Cheyenne County Lincoln Hotel

Delbert Cook Sent To Hastings Sanitarium After Nervous Break

Delbert Cook son of Mrs Carrie Cook was rushed by Sheriff James Nelson to a Hastings sanitarium after a sudden nervous breakdown. Physicians report recovery is assured though exact cause undetermined. Brother Simmons Cook and wife accompanied him. auto accident injuries may have contributed. Sheriff Nelson sped to Hastings to secure timely care.

Delbert Cook Carrie Cook Hastings James Nelson Cook Mr. Cook Simmons Cook Sheriff Nelson Mr Cook

Eighth Grade Class Graduates in County Schools

The largest eighth grade class in county schools celebrated with 223 graduates at the U S A theatre. Sidney public schools contributed 40, Catholic academy 19, and St Pauls Lutheran 3. Prizes were awarded to top spellers Velma Holtman Edward Nelson Marie Cortney and Maxie Wells with gifts and a note from Supt G F Liebendorfer who gave the day’s main address. A musical piece, Underneath the Parasol, was performed by the Sidney eighth grade.

Sidney Public Schools Catholic Academy St. Paul's Lutheran Shirley Mayer Velma Holtman Lodge Pole Edward Nelson Marie Cortney Maxie Wells Potter G. F Liebendorfer Sidney Liebendorfer

Immigrant pioneer's will rewards neighborly loyalty near Gurley

Executors reveal the late George Quirin bequeathed the northwest quarter 2016-49 to Henry Frederickson and family for 17 years of friendship. He also leaves $500 and three shares of Dalton Cooperative stock to Gurley schools to improve library facilities. The Cheyenne county farmer, Alsace Lorraine native, had no relatives in the United States and earned trust in Gurley through his solitary life and stewardship of school district finances.

George Quirin Cheyenne County Quirin Gurley Mr. Quirin Alsace- Lorraine Henry Frederickson Frederickson Fredericksons Dalton Cooperative Society

Potter Students Celebrate End Of Week With Picnic

Potter school week closes with all day picnic at Johnson's grove as 17 graduates prepare for baccalaureate and commencement. Land sale worth 64000 nets seven quarters to Dr Charles Lieber, with five quarters at 60 an acre and two at 50, all in Gurley area Cheyenne county.

Potter Johnson's Grove Troy Edward J. T. Connelly Edna E. Goding Dorothy D. Grubb Ina EF. Himmelright Ida L. Jorgenson Garnet Rose Kinyoun Elysebeth G. Mangum Marion Nelson Joyce B. Schmidt Yeoma J. Troy Fredie J. Anderson Ray Berdell Bartlett Harold W. Brett J. A. Bentley Sidney Land Bentley Land Company Gurley Charles Lieber Sidney Lieber Cheyenne County Illinois Bert Steele Steele Nebraska Dr. Lieber Bentley

Sidney Academy Class of 1929 Graduates Twelve Seniors

Commencement for St Patrick's academy class of 1929 held in the academy auditorium. Helen Peetz named valedictorian with top scholastic record. Benedict Foley presided and delivered salutatory. Program featured orchestra march, processional, and multiple musical selections.

St. Patrick's Academy Academy Helen Peetz Benedict Foley Academy Orchestra Foley Mary Nolan Glee Clay

Union Pacific Hotel in Change of Managers

W. Street formerly of Rawlins Wyoming is now manager of the Union Pacific hotel succeeding W B Freeman who is transferred to Cedar City Utah Street took charge Sunday accompanied by his wife and two children Mary Jean and Joseph

Episcopal Pastor Seeks Summer Vacation Health Break

Dean J. J. Crawford of the Episcopal church leaves Friday for an indefinite vacation to recover from long standing ill health. He recently returned from the veterans hospital in Denver but did not regain strength as hoped. Rev. C. Minton of Bridgeport will lead Sunday services at Christ Episcopal church and will visit monthly thereafter. A student pastor was sought without success. a regular pastor is expected to be appointed for the summer.

Dean J. J. Crawford Episcopal Church Crawford Veterans Hospital Denver Rev. C. Minton Bridgeport Christ Episcopal Church Dean Crawford

Annual Poppy Day Honors the Allies Dead

The American Legion auxiliary will conduct a poppy sale Saturday, May 26, to honor Allied dead, support disabled veterans, and fund rehabilitation work. Poppies are worn as tribute to those who died in France and to assist hospitalized veterans making the flowers.

American Legion Auxiliary France

Scouts Registering for Annual Summer Camp

Sidney Boy Scouts are this week registering for their summer camp to be held at Laramie Peak during the first week in July. The camp program requires vigorous athletic training and prepares the boys for advanced scout work. Many parents urge their children to attend.

Sidney Boy Scouts Laramie Peak

Scout Leaders Course To Be Conducted Tonight

K. J. Gleason scout executive of the Nebraska Panhandle council will conduct a scout leaders training course this evening for all adults interested in scout work. Several men from neighboring towns plan to attend as one night a week is set aside to train more capable leaders and instructors.

K. J. Gleason Nebraska Panhandle

Scout Jamboree at Bridgeport Today

The Nebraska Panhandle Council will hold a Scout Jamboree in Bridgeport starting at 1 PM. Attendees needing transportation should call Henry Paylat.

Nebraska Panhandle Nebraska Bridgeport Henry Paylat

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Greenlees Are Oshkosh Overalls Sidney High Grads Bassetts Electric Dealers Union Pacific Hotel Macfadden Sanitarium Supt. Liebendorfer Will Potter High School Sidney Academy Link Episcopal Legion Auxiliary
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