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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1921
Page
19
Mrs Kepler hosts a Thursday one o'clock luncheon with noted success and grace. Mrs A D Greenlee entertains Tuesday afternoon for eight ladies. The series of small events continues. Mr and Mrs DeLynn Woolridge host a family dinner Wednesday evening for Mr Woolridge's birthday.
The T. N. society met with Mrs. Campbell south of town on Wednesday afternoon. A splendid time and fine refreshments were had. The rain that escorted the members home did not obliterate the enthusiasm felt over Mrs. Campbell's hospitality.
Mrs Chambers accompanied her husband to Omaha on Monday for medical attention and possibly a serious operation. She had attended all school events and wished to stay to see son Allen graduate, but authorities chose delaying would risk unnecessary danger.
A large class joined the Knights of Columbus on Sunday May 22 with many visiting Knights from Sterling Colorado and North Platte among others. St Patrick's church ladies provided a splendid banquet in the evening.
A single Mass will be said at St Patrick s Church on Sunday May ard at 9:00 a m Corpus Christi procession will follow the mass headed by cross bearers with children and the congregation Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus in full dress will guard the Blessed Sacrament Canopy prepared by Ursuline Sisters Four altars are being erected at the rectory academy east entrance Knights of Columbus hall and Mrs Catherine Peetz home CG Golding to lead his drum corps Public is invited to attend
We thank our kind friends for sympathy and assistance after the death of our husband and father. We also appreciate flowers from the Odd Fellows American Legion and others. Mrs Nels Edner and family.
Mrs John Bingham and her two young daughters arrived Sunday from Denver to stay with Mr and Mrs Ray Stansbury. About fifty callers visited Monday for tea. Evening ward parties at the Stansbury home allowed guests to become better acquainted with Mrs Bingham. She will next visit her mother in Lincoln.
The last meeting of the Woman's club will be held with Mrs West on Tuesday in May. All members from all departments are invited. Members should be prepared to pay dues to the treasurer for the coming year to expedite the new Year Book. Ladies not new members are urged to join and send names to Mrs Hugh Moore by Monday. A silver tea will be served at Mrs West's on Tuesday.
The Sunol Woman's Club marked its first anniversary with a May 18 gathering hosted by Mrs. Mel Jackson and Mrs. Wallstead at Mrs. Jackson's home. President Mrs. Frank Christensen led the meeting, read a commemorative paper, and the wild rose was named club flower.
After a delicious luncheon the club adjourned to meet June 1 with Mrs. Bert Allington. The remark about self copying hints at ongoing discussions on improvement and model choices within the group.
A church notice invites all to the Presbyterian circle meeting on Thursday at 3 p m at the church.
Clarry R. Martinson of Kimball and Helen FE. Martin of Denver wed at Sidney on May 23, officiated by Judge Chambers. Witnesses Miss Mabel Hurston and Mrs. Maggie Bartholomew attended the ceremony.
Frank F. M. Radditz of Sidney and Anna Johanna Miller of Dalton were granted a marriage license, with the ceremony planned for Friday May 27.
A Saturday night gathering introduced a named drill team The Rebeccas and will soon boost lodge work showing renewed community interest and activity.
A musical group named The American Singers will perform at the Methodist church on Tuesday. Exie Burgess, a well known Sidney resident, is a member of the company and many friends will attend this entertainment before their Canada tour. Do not forget the date.
A wedding at the Methodist Episcopal church joined Miss Florence E Peterson of Kimball to Mr Clyde W Farmer of Kimball. Bridesmaid Miss Catherine Peterson and best man Warren A Farmer assisted. Rev T Porter Bennett conducted the ring ceremony. The couple will reside north of Kimball.
Seniors in mortar boards and togas gathered at Dr Barger’s home then visited Liebendorfer and Karger households. They presented a piano lamp to Professors Uebendorfer, enjoyed light refreshments, followed by the play Our Wives, and finished at the Commercial hotel for a final spread. The two weeks of merry activities ended with hopeful reflections on a quieter future.
Rev T Porter Bennett has been engaged to deliver the Decoration Day address at Potter on Monday. The announcement notes the speaker and the event date, highlighting the town's commemoration plans.
Hillman Stock Co. Manager A. T. Parks showcased a varied drama lineup this week. The Hillman troupe drew good crowds each night and received praise for the quality of their performances.
Two programs planned for Friday May 27 and Sunday May 29 at 8 p.m. due to large attendance. Friday features pupils from first to eighth grades. Sunday covers commencement with high school graduates. Graduation honors go to Rose Elizabeth Walsh of Dalton and Mary Doris Fickes of Kimball. Premiums will be awarded for all school classes.
The school year ends with a successful Scholastic year and the administration urges parents relatives and friends to attend the exercises on May 27 and 29 to show appreciation of the students' work.
Donald Bassett and his mother Mrs W F Tassett drove to Denver last Sunday and stayed with Bassett's sister. They then went to Idaho Springs to visit another sister and are expected home today.
Mrs Anna Emerick stayed with Judge and Mrs Chambers from Friday to Sunday, visiting while finishing her work as supervisor of domestic science in Alliance schools. She plans to return tomorrow to manage her mother's household until her mother recovers.
A select dancing party was hosted Wednesday night at UWardy's ballroom by Dancing Party A and Mrs Tardy. Twenty couples were invited to attend the event in the social splash of the season.
Visitors, Judge C. P. Chambers and wife hosted Robert O. Chambers and Dale Chambers at their home this weekend. They drove over Sunday, returned Monday after spending time with the Chambers family.
Mrs J W Johnson hosted the BM 6GS club literary department final meeting of the year. The program followed the year book, featured music by the club chorus, a parliamentary drill lesson by Mrs. Margaret Martin, roll call with Roosevelt quotes led by Mrs. Pettibone, and a thesis on Theodroe Roosevelt by Mrs. Stokes. The Roosevelt program drew strong interest from attendees.
Sidney Chautauqua elects officers for the event set July 3 to 8. At a Tuesday night meeting, T. Porter Bennett was named president, Dr Ray H Witham secretary treasurer, with A W Johnson and others as committee chairs and directors including Edith Martin, Mrs W Johnson, and Mrs A EO Warren.
Mr and Mrs Frank J Tobin and sons Arnold and Jordan with Mr Noah Walters of Lodgepole headed for Rock Springs Wyoming for the golden wedding reception of Mrs Tobin's parents. They planned to stay first night at Medicine Row and return soon. Mrs Tobin and the boys would stay for several weeks while Harold drives.
The May Pole dance in the high school gym Monday evening under Miss Myer’s direction featured sixty girls. Katheryn King was crowned Queen by Lois Braham and Geraldine Wolf as attendants. Ribbons of rose and white adorned the pole. dancers wove and reversed with precision. The white robed maids performed an old fashioned minuet, and the audience regretted the ending.
Elmer Grabill and his mother Mrs I F Grabill spent two days in Denver early this week. They drove over and back, noting ideal roads and weather throughout the trip.
Madame Curie, eminent French scientist, received from President Harding a gram of radium purchased for her by American women for humanitarian research. The ceremony in the East Room at the White House included Jules Jusserand and a notable group of officials and scientists.
A Milwaukee Sentinel letter laments a year of excess as people chased luxury spending. It notes social shifts from lavish silk shirts to bread line hunger and calls for time and sane thinking to return to normal. The writer contrasts prior extravagance with current sobering realities. National Republican.
The piece likens a “man without a country” to disaffected business folk who fail to achieve their aims. Such lost individuals abandon honest work, ceasing to live meaningfully while they could still produce and improve toward a distant goal.
A San Diego Sun brief notes a secretary of a widows and widowers social club says widows feel lonelier than widowers though the difference is not lasting.
The Portland News notes a medical examiner’s claim that cosmetics never killed anyone while acknowledging a cultural saying that many young women dressed to kill. The item reflects a provocative line about appearances and danger without detailing specific crimes or victims.
A professor argues that the best jobs go to college graduates and highlights graduates of the electoral college as especially likely to secure opportunities. The claim suggests credential-based advantage in employment.
A Boston Transcript snippet describes a beautiful girl with wavy brown hair and expressive eyes. The line highlights her striking appearance through vivid imagery and period tone.
The dialogue presents Miss Sweet refusing and stating Jack Smart has her promise to travel life’s stream with him. The scene hints at a romantic or allegorical wager about companionship and pursuit amid adventurous undertones.
Nels Edner a Swedish born farmer turned retiree committed suicide by hanging in a rear shed last Saturday afternoon, after ill health since October. His wife away shopping found him missing, son home, with funeral across the street at the Edner residence. Survived by widow and three sons John Alfred Andy. Funeral May 28 at Van Gorder Campbell chapel with Reverend Kahl officiating. music by a ladies quartette and condolent floral tokens from railroad men and friends.
W Sheets of Lorenzo traveled via this city on Thursday while returning from Wyoming. He shared a cheerful account of the splendid outlook for craps in the region, noting favorable conditions and prospects ahead.
Hans Anderson of Dalton was among town residents returning from Colorado on Wednesday and expressed happiness at the thriving crop prospects he observed in multiple fields.
County Agent Scott investigates the sudden death of many young pigs in several areas seeking preventions. The case is unfolding with government counsel involved but no results yet. He has made multiple trips into the county. Tomato Plants 25 for 25 cents. Furer Grocery. Wail Insurance. Livoni & Son.
John Daugherty of the Cheyenne County Trading Company suffered a severe palm burn Tuesday when a box of matches exploded in his hand. The flames pierced the flesh and the injury calls for careful medical attention by a physician.
At Chappell this week the state shoot attracts participants including Mantor Leo Osborn Al Jorgen son Mr Kepler Ray Stansbury Mr Hodgkin Dick Rogers Frank White low and Bob Lowe who attend daily events. Kepler was high man on Wednesday.
A rainy night delays a humorous local show as organizers attempt to reschedule remaining performances. Prominent citizens pledge support while managers explore extending the run to Monday and Tuesday if possible.
Sidney Flower Shop offers funeral floral arrangements labeled Bouquet Holders for Cemetery. The notice mentions Dr M E Pettibone dentist in McIntosh block Room 56s and provides a phone number 60. A taxi contact 161 is also listed for transportation.
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