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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1919
Page
11
The Sidney Telegraph laments war’s end and celebrates Thanksgiving as troops return home and reconstruction advances. The piece notes job stability, agricultural bounty, and renewed vigor urged by the President’s proclamation to honor the day. It calls for determination to meet future tasks and build a peaceful world.
A reflective, repetitive passage contrasts waiting with action, noting business activity and customers. It weaves abstract ideas of fruit, praise, and universal desire, suggesting those who wait fear missing opportunities while others pursue what is sought. The text lacks clear events or identifiable people.
Local ad lists oranges at 80 cents per dozen fruit, cranberries at 2 pounds for 35 cents, bananas at 30 cents per pound, grapes and walnuts with price 50 cents per 12 ounces. Includes wooden dot separators and basic item grouping.
A reflective 1919 era column discusses Christmas stocking sizes and rising costs of living. It mentions rabbits in New York, potential economic changes if Western growers increase supply, jazz bans in Sidney, and a jab at cleaner Telegraph windows incurring costs for merchants.
A dialog suggests a cook has a hidden viewpoint aligning with Japan and a belief in gradual disruption of China, prompting questions about motives and loyalties. The fragment implies intrigue but lacks concrete actions or dates.
Springfield miners hope for a 31 percent settlement after a telegram from Washington signed by Stephen Sullivan. Secretary Wilson presided at talks offering about an 81 percent wage rise, with miners and operators resuming talks on a seven hour day six day week. Possible renewed strikes hinge on Washington talks. Indiana moves to curb coal use. Indianapolis to run half time plants next week. Kansas City reports coal stocks depleted with little relief seen.
The article details Napoleon’s Napoleonic eagle as eight inches tall and nine inches across the wings, mounted on a brass block three inches square and weighing three and a half pounds. It notes that modern colors pale beside the old regalia and that its concealment was as tough as a big drum.
A compact homage to the value of human truth and beauty as holy, condemning carelessness and idle living as dangers to history. The excerpt by John Masefield emphasizes moral seriousness in life and art.
A local ad proclaims repair service for all makes of radiators with guaranteed workmanship offered at Ever Ready Battery Station.
Sidney Lumber Co invites readers to consider a home in a premier town, presenting a concise promotional note about real estate and local building materials. The message emphasizes quality housing and the appeal of a desirable community, inviting potential buyers to inquire further.
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