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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1913
Page
1
Local and personal notes record attorney Miles visiting Chappell on Thursday for county court matters. Miss Edna Granneman returned Tuesday from a two week trip to Omaha and various eastern cities in the state.
Miss Ella Williams returns Sunday after several weeks away spent in Omaha Fremont and North Platte where she enjoyed herself immensely.
Miss Lenzen came home Friday after two weeks away visiting her married sister in North Platte and Miss Kampmann in Prairie City.
Mlle Helena Kellere of the Ole Theobaldi company visited the high school Friday morning and entranced students with piano renditions.
The Beyer brothers purchased the N E quarter of 32-15-50 and now own seven quarters in the area. They are applying substantial improvements, building on the Kruse ranch as the core of their holdings.
The Hornaday Moise Company operates double shifts to maximize production during favorable weather. Sidney, Nebraska, is described as busy both day and night, likened to the busiest little burg in the state.
Mr. and Mrs. George A. Thornburg of Redington purchased a 720 acre ranch from W. G. Pickerell, bringing their cattle operations to about 1,500 acres. Thornburg is described as a large cattle sealer with frequent market readiness.
A Sunday noon fire seven miles south of town consumed the Lenzen barn and hay including prairie and millet. Despite neighbor aid and some insurance, substantial feed and grain were destroyed and the property could not be saved. The owner expressed gratitude for the assistance.
The streets and homes of Sidney appear uniformly neat as a village board keeps workers busy removing unsightly weeds and fire hazards. Citizens are urged to maintain the tidy improvements and continue progressing from now on.
Miss Hazel King sang at a Lincoln matinee musical for a university audience. Her voice earned many compliments as she enters her second year at the conservatory, with friends noting the praise as well deserved. Sidney's university students are gradually being heard from, each delivering creditable and pleasant notices.
J O Lobb, now a Wyoming citizen, visited Sidney Sunday on his way to Beatrice to market potatoes yielding 120 bushels per acre at eighty five cents per bushel. Two such crops would pay for 160 acres of $45 land. The potatoes came from the Lobb farm on the Divide north of Sidney.
O Brandt O Younglund and F Cook returned from a river trip with twelve geese thirty two ducks twenty two prairie chickens and eleven cotton tails. J L Thomas Dr Webster F A Gapen and Wm Schulz of Fremont testify that the figures are perfectly reasonable after sharing a fat goose at the Pacific Hotel on Tuesday evening.
F G Beyer advertises twelve spring steel calves for sale located ten miles northwest of Sidney with contact number 2015 50.
A Catholic supper dance and fair drew a large attendance Wednesday night. Tables were dressed with fine linens and bouquets, with Klein's orchestra providing music. Auctions raised funds with a Holstein heifer, hog, gold watch, oak rocker, and quilts going to various donors. The church group thanked the public for strong patronage and generous support.
T R Martin and R F Glass arrive to launch a cash only grocery in the west half of Harper hardware, opening Saturday November 29. They promise a first class stock of staple, fancy and seasonable groceries, with strict cash terms to undersell rivals with book accounts.
A large crowd witnessed a hard fought basketball game on Thursday as the high school edged the Indians 26 to 14. The high school scored 20 field goals, 5 on fouls, 1 awarded, while the Indians had 2 field goals, 11 free throws, and 1 awarded. Refereed by Dr. Bliss with Leon Fine and Professor Pond as umpires. Lineups featured Fred Parks and Harold Willis at center and forwards for the high school, with A Closman and J Costello leading the Indians at center and forwards. The Indians, former stars, gave a spirited performance in a fast contest.
The Hotel National has opened to the public for a week and is rapidly attracting patrons. All rooms are new with heat electric light and running water. Many rooms include baths and the lobby features comfortable seating and writing desks. A first-class dining room serves meals and short orders. Messrs Hardy and Klein run the enterprise which fills a long‑needed need in town.
Wanted: build rooming house in Scottsbluff Nebraska population 3000 with many transients. Best location 40 by 100 feet for sale at a bargain. Address inquiries to F Duff Scottsbluff Neb.
Last Friday night leading lady Miss Janet Allyn fainted during a scene in The Thief as the curtain mishandled and fell on her extended arm. She recovered on stage and finished the performance with her husband bowing in relief while her arm remained bandaged.
Mr Woolfe from the South Divide, who landed here during last March's blizzard, shipped Wednesday to Blair Nebraska, where he owns three improved farms. He concentrates on a 320 acre venture here while his eastern holdings deteriorate, prompting the move. He sent a large quantity of corn and potatoes back.
Ex State Superintendent W K Fowler of Lincoln paid a distinguished visit to our city on Thursday, meeting local officials and viewing ongoing projects. He spoke on education policy and praised community efforts to improve schools.
County treasurer reports delinquent tax receipts from 1871 to 1900 totaling 4186.78, with 925.44 on land and 3261.34 on lots. Penalties and interest not included. Miss Lancaster and assistants prepare to begin on the personal list. few delinquencies since 1900. The law reopens old debts but nonpayment remains unsettled.
The Kinetophone or Edison Talking Pictures will be shown at the Tobin Theatre on Sunday and Monday, November 30th and December 1st. Promoted as a major breakthrough, it promises real flesh and blood actors to be replaced on stage and is described as immensely successful based on audience reactions.
A Holiday offer promotes a bundle from The Weekly Inter Ocean The Farm and Home The Sidney Telegraph and a Big Christmas package valued at 3 50 until December 20 for 1 90. Remittance urged to The Telegraph Sidney Neb.
Miss Maggie Kelly hosted a quiet informal gathering with dancing and music and a luncheon. Miss Martha Greenlee entertained twenty guests at her home with five tables of games from croquet to crokinole and "picking peanuts" causing lively laughter and a prize for Miss Morgan. The ice cream vanished during dessert, prompting playful chiding and a lighthearted mood throughout the event.
Miss Ida Osterberg hosted thirty friends for a Thanksgiving colored party at the Dedrich residence. Engagement of R A Tiffany to the hostess announced with a playful game and a moving kitty prop. Prizes included handkerchiefs and a red bandana amid festive decor and a game-filled evening.
Omi Dugger Ruth Lindsey and Helen Oosterhoudt stayed the night with Edith Madden at the Madden ranch near Bronson. The group returned to school Sunday evening after the hours sped by, with Mr and Mrs Oosterhoudt driving the girls home. Helen reportedly was not happy to see her parents.
Miss Harriett Radcliffe came back Tuesday from a ranch stay. She arrived with an auto party including Mrs. Radcliffe Miss Ann and Mr Merrill. Outriders Clayt Radcliffe and Jim McLernon joined as escorts. A six o'clock ranch dinner preceded a moonlight drive.
Mrs Trognitz entertained the Dorcas society at an all day thimble party on Thursday. The mid day dinner was prepared for a future event. Seven comforts were turned out Thursday.
After the Catholic dance on Wednesday night eighteen guests enjoyed a late spread at the U P hotel with tables pushed together and a display of market dainties laid before the diners.
Clarence Hassen and Susie Mather both of Limon Colorado were united in marriage November 15 by County Judge Gapen at his office. George S Adams of Grover Wyoming and Nellie Chestnut of Los Angeles were married here November 17 by Reverend Hayes at the parsonage.
The Thief played on the 14th revived theatre interest with two married couples in love with their spouses. Janet Allyn delivers a vivid emotional performance and anchors a strong cast. Rich costumes and fitting stage settings enhance two hours of absorbing entertainment with Fine’s Orchestra delivering excellent music.
A 226 piece Christmas package of illustrated cards and postals is offered for $1.90 in connection with The Telegraph Chicago Weekly Inter Ocean and Farm and Home. The deal promises attractive presentation and value beyond intrinsic worth, inviting subscribers to visit the office to view details.
W. W. Carney takes possession of the Harper building bakery installing a modern oven capable of 3000 loaves per day. He serves several surrounding towns and plans further expansion while addressing removal delays and a shortage of workmen.
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