05 Nov 1898
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1898
Page
1
Citizens of Cheyenne County Nebraska vote on bonds to fund public indebtedness for the years 1894 1895 and 1896 with YES or NO options. The ballot urges support for the bond issue and outlines the time frame for the proposed financing and the taxing implications for residents.
Cheyenne County Nebraska proposes coupon bonds of 500 dollars each to fund outstanding indebtedness from 1894 to 1896. Bonds bear 5 percent interest, payable annually, redeemable after ten years, with principal due after twenty years. Taxes will be levied to cover interest and principal. bonds may be exchanged for county indebtedness or sold if not exchanged, not exceeding needed amount.
The letter lambasts Populists and reform leaders, cites governor and state officials, bond schemes, and alleged misuses of funds. It attacks Porter and Williams, condemns election law breaches, and argues for bonds while denouncing free silver and McKinley prosperity. It criticizes Douglas and Butler county bond purchases and praises Republican claims of fiscal virtue. It frames ongoing political struggle as a fight over corruption and reform.
A historic speech invokes Napoleon at the Battle of the Pyramids to rally Republicans in Nebraska. It calls on the party to redeem the state from perceived enemy influence and align with Republican ism as it moves toward a future destiny.
State Treasurer Meserve claims no prosperity and slow tax receipts while Red Willow county records show taxes paid faster than ever. Three years of school land money totaling 5803.58 in 1897 93015.31 in 1896 and 564.83 in 1895 expose alleged poor collection by Meserve. His successor collected 1223.74 more in one year than Meserve did in two.
Country correspondence recounts Monday movers swapping horses racing and other scenes. Redington line near seven miles away halted awaiting help as about a dozen locals attended the exposition. Cattle from Camp Clarke, 600 horses from Wyoming to Chicago, land deals near the Perkin tree, new wagon and garden news, a near-miss for Arkansaw, improving weather, grain hauling, and a social dance planned for November 5th at Weyert's with a return from travels and fair visits across the region.
Exposition pilgrims return with tales of the white city. J C Wolfe has baled and shipped hay for two weeks. Mrs Kelley back from three months at the ranch in Devel county. Town busy along the road for two to three weeks. Grain buyers pay forty three cents for wheat and thirty cents for rye. Harry Barrett back on the section. Reimns controls nine hundred cattle on shares. Persinger caught another coyote. Slaweon Bros. making improvements. Lodgepole to keep Republican majority next Tuesday. H E Gapen shaking hands. likely three quarters of votes in the precinct.
An official notice states this office maintains a full line of land office conveyancing and other legal blanks ready for use.
The National Democratic sub committee urges Illinois sound money Democrats to vote against free coinage of silver. It ties congress and state senate races to the silver issue and calls for defeating any Democratic candidate supporting free coinage and a gold standard in the 1900 elections.
The text attacks the reform party's shifting stances and claims its downfall stems from lacks of principle. It mocks fake economic figures, then condemns attacks on McKinley, praising Republican unity and warning of a looming McCleary currency bill. It shifts to religious reflection praising divine guidance in the nation’s wars and leadership.
The first primary gained new fast readers delighting teachers and pupils. Ada May Uillery was absent on Wednesday. Clayton Radcliff and Esther Urbach led rapid calculation honors. Tardiness totals appear by department: Grammar under Mr Neu bauer one case, Grammar under Mr Nelson four, Intermediate four, Second primary seven.
C W Mordoff of 1134 Livingston Avenue Columbus Ohio proposes exchanging a block of 23 residence lots for land with good title. No further details provided.
Dr A A Holcombe Wyoming State Veterinarian reports over 13000 vaccinations and a loss rate from Black Leg of less than one in two thousand head. W F Bassett agent promotes Pasteur Black Leg vaccine in Cheyenne County.
The local G A R posts its annual dinner and supper in the Neubauer building on Rose Street. Event slated for Saturday November 5th with ample food at 25 cents. All are invited. Commander Wo Henry, Adjutant J W Nelson.
An advertised claim promises relief for sleeplessness neuralgia rheumatism dyspepsia and constipation with Celery Nerve and Blood Tonic. If relief is not obtained the customer’s money will be refunded. Sold at Bassett’s drug store.
An advertises Backlea s Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and piles with a money back guarantee. Price is 25 cents per box. Sold by W F Bascott.
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