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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
9
The Sidney Telegraph urges Memorial Day contemplation of Civil War heroism and unity. It notes German government influence aimed at calming anti German sentiment and reassuring German citizens, urging citizens to heed lawful obligations and preserve national harmony.
The piece surveys the forthcoming June 7 conventions in Chicago for a Republican and Progressive nominee, contrasting Democratic rule under Wilson with a return to Republican leadership. It notes Wilson’s renomination seems assured, cites Hughes as a possible standard bearer, and contends the campaign will ramp up as the political arena focuses on national security, prosperity, and industrial leadership.
The German government orders its ambassadors to instruct consuls to admonish German citizens in their districts to scrupulously observe American laws. This move is presented as strong evidence of a desire to maintain friendly relations with the United States and is linked to recently uncovered plots and conspiracies involving German nationals.
A Nebraska city marks a rare day for humane acts toward animals while a distant eastern paper ponders the truth and notes the death of a child without physician aid. The piece reflects on honesty and moral actions, contrasting local kindness with broader concerns about care and truth.
A columnist muses on booster culture and its roots in knocking, arguing that progress requires first spotting flaws and speaking out. The piece mocks overconfident rhetoric, notes weather misreads, and ends with a quip about Senator Placek and the harm a single liar can do.
A broad article from North Platte Telegraph outlines a proposed annexation by five western Nebraska counties Scottsbluff Banner Kimball Morrill and Cheyenne to Wyoming. It notes irrigations issues under state lines and potential shifts in population and governance if joined with Wyoming.
Kimball Observer notes that scrambling for a plot west of Grand Island would gain a garden spot with only a few sand hills, located in the extreme corner of Morrill county.
An impassioned plea urges immediate intercession for peace in Europe. It argues that prolonging the war causes immense suffering and calls on citizens to write to the U S president to press leaders toward a timely, just peace. It emphasizes that peace benefits even a peaceful nation and warns against endless bloodshed.
Sidney Nebraska May 23 1916 city council adjourned meeting canvassed April 4 1916 liquor license vote showing a tie 195 for and 194 against statewide and ward totals official action included. The council elected officers authorized street work and appointed officials while remonstrants appealed the license grants and licenses were held pending appeal.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska the estate of Robert F Glass deceased. Henry T Doran seeks letters of administration with foreign will annexed and a decree naming Hulda Petersons children. Hearing set for June 10 1916 at 10 am in Sidney court house. Notice to interested parties by publication in The Telegraph for three weeks prior. (Seal) R B Chambers County Judge
Notice that Albert Stimke and seventeen others filed March 15, 1916, seeking establishment of a road starting at the northeast corner of section 29 in township 15 north range 50 west, running seven miles north along section lines to section 20 in township 16 north, range 50 west. Objections or claims for damages must be filed with the County Clerk by July 8, 1916. Road to be known as Road 276A. Dated May 8, 1916. H. T. Doran, County Clerk.
In The District Court Cheyenne County Nebraska Anna Smith plaintiff vs Martha A Ady et al defendants Notice is given that by order of the district court made April 30 1914 for partition sale of described land I will sell at public sale at the front door of the courthouse in Sidney Nebraska the North half in section 5 township 16 range 50 Cheyenne County Nebraska to the highest bidder on terms one half cash and one half of the remainder in two years and the balance in three years with 6 percent interest payable annually secured by a first mortgage on the land at 10 a m Monday June 10 1916 sale remains open one hour J W McDaniel Referee 32-5
A petition filed March 18 1916 by Andrew Nelson and twenty one others requests establishing a section line road. It runs from the southwest corner of section 22 township 14 range 50 two miles north to the southwest corner of section 10 township 14 range 50 and then terminates. Objections must be filed to the county clerk by noon July 1 1916. otherwise the road 276A will be established without reference. Dated May 1 1916. H T Doran County Clerk
Department of the Interior U S Land Office at North Platte Nebraska May 9 1916 notice that Elmer J Kreuger of Sidney Neb has filed intent to make final three year proof to establish his homestead claim for a parcel in section 20 township 14 north range 48 west sixth principal meridian before Jos Oberfelder US Commissioner in Sidney Neb on June 24 1916 Claimants witnesses are Pascal Ford Ira Kline Ignatz Meick and Michael M Kline all of Sidney Neb
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