Businessmen discuss Red Cross nurse and irrigation
The Chamber of Commerce luncheon heard Dr. Donohoe urge funds to retain the Red Cross nurse amid bank funds depletion. Dentists donate time and materials for a dental clinic aiding children. irrigation talks by M W Dimery followed, with plans for county committees and an electric line cost cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
W. R. Weeden
Dr. Donohoe
Red Cross
Red Cross Board
Donohoe
Hyde
Landreds
Ditegrove
Foster
Dalton
Fishman
Bunt Lihebendorfer
Uptegrove
Warren
Board of County Commissioners
Martin
Red Cross Board of Directors
The
First ‘National Bank
M. W. Dimery
Poquet
Oyster Frying Choir Hosts Presbyterian Husbands
The Presbyterian choir ladies entertained their husbands last Thursday night at the Barger home with an oyster fry at seven. Dr Barger was chosen as chef for his palatable oysters, assisted by Mrs Barker. The event, attended by all, featured conversation and music throughout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barger
Barker
New Project Fills Apparent Need for Grist Mill
The Sitz enterprise on Central Avenue near the Burlington opens a new grist mill after three months of work. It will grind corn meal rye and wheat graham and offer stock feed and custom work. The 500 pounds per hour cereal capacity and 1200 pounds per hour feed capacity, plus a corn sheller, mark a modest yet promising civic investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sitz & Sitz
Central Avenue
Burlington
Sitz
Telegraph
Sidney Post American Legion elects officers in new rooms
Sidney Post of the American Legion elected officers Tuesday evening in their new club rooms. Elmer Grabill was named commander, Kenneth Bassett and Claude Gross vice commanders, Clarence Perry adjutant, Frank Schroeder finance officer, and Charles Marsh sergeant-at-arms. The retiring commander Dr. R. E. Roche received a rising vote of thanks for faithful service. The dues for the coming year were raised to 3.00 with payment due between now and January 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Post
American Legion
I- Elmer
Grabill
Kenneth Bassett
Claude Gross
Bankrupt Court Judge Hoagland Holds Countywide Hearings
Judge Walter V. Hoagland of North Platte presided over bankruptcy hearings here Saturday many cases did not belong to this county. Twenty seven matters went to a hearing and disposition. The Marsh Jewelry store case saw H. T. Doran named receiver and in the two Harper cases E. C. Stockdick was appointed receiver. Trustees were appointed in each remaining case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter V. Hoagland
North Platte
Marsh Jewelry Store
H. T. Doran
Harper
E. C. Stockdick
Young man held in forgery case in county court
A youth appeared in county court charged with forgery after signing a check for a little over an amount to a mail order house. The signer denies the signature. The youth was bound over to the district court. In a separate incident two young men caused minor damage to an alarm clock during a dispute and received a nominal fine. Judge McCleneghan presided.
Bazaar a Great One by Catholic Ladies
The Catholic Ladies bazaar and dinners held last Thursday and Friday were a pronounced success. Patrons praised the high class cooking, the beautiful articles at reasonable prices, and the sociable dances. The ladies reported strong patronage and funds raised.
Academy Notes Highlight Strong Literary Honors by Graduates
The Academy notes a waxing literary interest in the graduating class proven by a Tuesday evening program. Original poems and a music recital honoring Saint Cecilia impressed attendees with disciplined training and refined performances. The seventh and eighth grades will present a Thanksgiving program on November 28 at 7 30 PM inviting patrons and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saint Cecilia
Girls Friendly Society grows with new club room
The Girls Friendly Society grows rapidly with 22 members attending meetings on the first and third Tuesdays. Mrs West provides a large finished room in her basement for a club room. Jacob Mahr donated tables. Committees take turns serving dinner at six, with each member paying fifteen cents. The society, founded in 1876 by Queen Victoria and the Archbishop of Canterbury, is global in scope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen Victoria
Red Cross Seeks Clothing and Shoes Donations
The Red Cross requests usable clothing and shoes to aid those in need. Call Mrs. McCleneghan, chairman, for arrangements or to offer donations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Red Cross
Eastern Star Doings at Providence Chapter Session
Providence Chapter of the Eastern Star hosted a pleasant special session Tuesday evening with District Supervisor Mrs. Mabel A. Krotter of Stewart Nebraska arriving on her official tour. The Inspector found little to remedy in their careful routine and noted good attendance plus several visitors. Mrs Krotter was guest of Worthy Matron Mrs. Ania Osborn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
The
Eastern Star
Mabel A. Krotter
Stewart
Nebraska
City
Pupils Hear Lecture by County Agent in Class
Eighth grade classes assembled Friday for an agriculture talk by county agent R. P. Scott during the agriculture period. Miss Scott prepared the session replacing book lessons. Scott spoke clearly and a later quiz showed retained knowledge and sparked renewed interest in the subject.
Osborn Buys Town Home. Boggs Property to Be Occupied
J Osborn purchased the bungalow once owned by Mrs Sam Boggs. Upon her return from an east trip she will reside there with her two sons Maynard and Clifford. Clifford travels with her but attends Sidney high. they will monitor the ranch and property interests while Osborn serves as state president of the Farmers Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
iMra
Do. J. Osborn
Sam Boggs
Maynard
Clifford
Sidney High School
Mr. Osborn
Farmers Union
Fall from Height Hurts Henry Childers in Transit
Henry Childers suffered injuries from a fall while riding a poultry car en route to Hastings. He slipped from the top while adjusting a storm curtain and was delayed for several days this week recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry" Childers
Hastings
High School Glee Club and Orchestra Shine at U S A
The High School glee club and orchestra performed two selections Monday night under Professor Backer at the U S A theater where the film The Old Homestead was shown. They received hearty applause and the orchestra drew favorable notice. Manager Miller of the U S A continually seeks extras to accompany his films.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Backer
Light Car Wrecks Near Sidney After Inez Road Ride
Attorney E L Hyde and Attorney John Cohn escaped with minor injuries after a Ford coupe wrecked half a mile south of Sidney on Inez Sunday night. They were returning from taking depositions in a Merino murder case and were rushed to catch a train. the car slid off the soft road and rolled violently, leaving the body demolished yet sparing the occupants. Both families are grateful for the holiday salvage as they recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. L. Hyde
John Cohn
Sterling
Colorado
Sidney
Inez
Merino
Pilgrim themed party marks W M B Club gathering
The W M B Club met at Mrs. Ruth Goodwin's country home on Wednesday the 15th to honor the Pilgrim Fathers. Members dressed as pilgrims, enjoyed a harvest themed table, and shared stories of thanks for bountiful gifts and livelihood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. B. Club
Ruth Goodwin
Box Cars Campaign Eases Congestion Across County
A committee led by Agent Shipman of the Burlington launched a drive for box cars in the county. In two months 260 cars were secured between Dalton and Peetz, with 80 arriving in one week, greatly relieving congestion at the elevators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shipman
Burlington
Dalton and
Peetz
Are You a Member Red Cross Appeal in County
Community members are urged to join Red Cross as winter tightens its grip. The appeal notes many in the county still need help and more will require aid as cold weather deepens hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Mrs Kepler Hosts Repeat Bridge Party Guest Mat
Mrs R P Kepler repeated her Wednesday party on Saturday with a different guest Mat. Luncheon at one oclock and five tables were required for bridge. Prize winners were Mrs Golding first, Mrs Nelson second and Mrs Hart third.
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R. P. Kepler
Lincoln Car Clinic Dealers Convention Held Here
The Ford dealers convention last Friday was highly successful in this city with 30 attendees. Instructors of the Lincoln car were Messrs Atton MacKay Shirley and McCracken. It was held at the McDonald Motor Company show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Messrs
Atton
MacKay
Shirley
McCracken
McDonald Motor Company
Persinger Teases Dock Baggett Over Odd Purchases
Persinger mocks his old friend Dock Baggett after Baggett tried to sell him a corkscrew on Monday. Persinger says the jab about being solicited to buy a rubber tired buggy ranks as an unkind cut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ab Persinger
Dock Baggett Aince
Persinger
Old Ranch Change Ties John Craig to Kansas City Deal
John Craig, former owner of the Tobin ranch west of Lodgepole, reportedly swapped the ranch for property in Kansas City, with association to a Denver real estate firm. The Lodgepole Express notes the deal, detailing relocation and planned involvement with the Denver firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Craig
Lodgepole
Let Us Give Thanks For Our Blessings Column
A reflective Thanksgiving piece notes the President and Governor proclaimed a day of thanks on November 30. It praises Sidney’s stability, urges gratitude for personal and communal blessings, and reminds readers that everyone has cause for thankfulness despite hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Atrich
Frost surprise birthday party at rural Colton home
Mr and Mrs Ernest Frost of south Colton hosted a surprise birthday party Saturday night with 70 neighbors in attendance. Dancing continued into the late hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Frost
South Colton
Mr. Frost
Miss Bordwell Injured at Home After Fall on Stair
Miss Bordwell suffered a back injury after tripping on an open cellar stair during furnace pipe installation on Flrat Avenue. Workmen were using a long closed opening, and she was confined to bed with the hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bordwell
Flrat’ Avenue
Sebbs
No Contagion Here in County Health Report
Sidney enjoys near immunity from contagious disease with only one light scarlet fever case north of Lodgepole. As far as known, this is the county's sole illness, a fact that brings profound thanksgiving to residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Lodgepole
Near Fatal Injury Near Potter County Line
Michael Griffin was injured west of Potter near the county line while operating a semaphore. He stepped back to avoid a westbound train and did not observe the eastbound No 20 bearing down. He was knocked over between tracks, No. 20 backed up, and Griffin was brought to Sidney for emergency treatment then sent to a Cheyenne hospital. his arm and side were badly hurt.
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Michael Griffin
County Line
No 20
No. 20
Sidney
Harry Mantor
Cheyenne
Lincoln's Stadium Fund Donation Reported by Alumni
The committee notes a generous alumni donation toward the county quota for Nebraska's new Lincoln stadium project, signaling strong financial backing and community support for the athletic facility.
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Nebraska
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Liebendorfer
Paul Martin
United States
I. R. H. Rogers
Academy ‘Notes
Red. Cross Clothing
Purchase Town Home
Mrs. Kepler
Lincoln Car Clinic
Miss Bordwell
Lincoln’s Stadium
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