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Newspaper

Sidney Telegraph

Location

Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1913

Page

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Opening Game Also An Eye Opener In Local Basketball

Sidney wins first league basketball game at Kimball. Boys 46 to 6 while girls lose 28 to 13. Kimball opens new gym praised by locals. Referee Lee lauded for fair calls. Next home game vs Lodgepole framed as a title challenge. League standings noted with a San Francisco reader letter appended.

Kimball Sidney Lodge Polo Doran C. Parks Lee Nebraska Girla Brannigan Atkins Forsling J. C Bristol R. C Mangan G Larson G. Sidney Armatrong Kelly F. Shoemaker Martin J. C. Kelly R. C. Perry Corbett G. Chambers G. Boys J. Linn Hall Mangan C Forsling G BE. Linn Grabill Willis F F. Parks C Wright G Buzza Atkina Shoemaker Larson Willis Wright F. Parks Lodgepole Lodgepole Boys

Lecture Course a Triumph at Friday Night Concert

The second number of the lecture course drew a large audience as Ole Theobaldi, peerless on violin, held listeners spellbound with ensemble pieces and no encores. Mlle Helena Kellere showcased piano mastery, while Madame Stitzel offered a strong vocal performance. The event balanced a mix of instrumental and vocal artistry, with overall order and audience satisfaction high.

Ole Theobaldi M'lle Helena Kellere Madame Stitzel

National Cafe Opens With Formal Hotel Dinner

Sunday evening the Hotel National cafe formally opened with a dinner for fourteen invited guests. The event was flawless in service and presentation, signaling a high standard set by management. Guests included W. Miles and wife, B. A. Jones and wife, A. S. Hardy and wife, Miss Miles, Miss Mildred Miles, Miss Klein, and Messrs. Leslie Neubauer, W. Klein, F. A. King, F. A. Gapen, and Dr. Kennedy of Alliance.

Mildred Miles Miss Klein Messrs Leslie Neubauer W. Klein F. A. King F. A. Gapen Dr. Kennedy Alliance

A Gluttonous Thief Steals Olson Turkeys Before Holidays

Saturday a thief stole three turkeys from N. W. Olson, the only birds they fattened for the holidays. A passerby could not have entered unseen, yet the robber did not bother to shut doors. Mr. Olson bought more meat the next day, while Mrs. Olson offered five dollars for two turkeys to return.

N. W. Olson Olson

County officials inspect Cheyenne courthouse furniture

A party of distinguished visitors from Box Butte County led by Commissioners Beck Hashman and Wanek along with County Clerk Hargraves and Treasurer Martin toured the Cheyenne county courthouse Sunday. They inspected the building and its furniture as bids for furnishing the new courthouse were to be let yesterday, amid admiration for Cheyenne county property.

Sidney Box Butte Beck, Hashman Wanek Hargraves Martin Cheyenne Cheyenne County

Birthday surprise for Reverend Hornaday delights friends

Relatives and friends staged a surprise birthday for Reverend W. A. Hornaday on Tuesday evening. The celebration began with an oyster supper at six thirty and ended with all voices hoarse from singing and joking. Hornaday, described as past fifty, looks forward to many more birthdays with supporters ready to join in.

W. A. Hornaday Mr. Hornaday

Parker Editors Guest at Devoe Residence

Frank Parker editor of the Wil sonville Review was the guest the latter part of the week of his brother in law Attorney Devoe. Mrs Parker has been here for some time.

Frank Parker Wilsonville Review Attorney Devoe

Thanksgiving Dinner Guests Include McGowans and Radcliffes

Mr and Mrs Laine hosted a six o'clock Thanksgiving dinner with Mrs McGowan and Miss McGowan of Scottsbluff and Mrs Radcliffe and Miss Radcliffe as guests.

Mrs. Laine Mrs. McGowan Miss McGowan Scottsbluff

Lowe hosts Thanksgiving midday dinner with Radcliffes

Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Lowe entertained Mrs. Radcliffe and Miss Radcliffe at a midday Thanksgiving dinner. Henry Lerner of Nunn Colorado visited his daughter and her family, Will Johnson's.

Mrs. L. G. Lowe Mrs. Radcliffe Miss Radcliffe Henry Lerner Nunn Colorado Will Johnson

Funeral Held for W E Palmer in Syracuse

The funeral of W E Palmer a New York freight conductor killed on duty November 19 1913 was held November 23 1913 from his late home in Syracuse New York under Division 43 Railway Conductors of which he was a member. Survived by his mother and two sisters Mrs Frank Hand and Mrs Henry Worden both of Syracuse. He was forty four years old.

Wellington E. Palmer W. E. Palmer Syracuse New York Division 43 Maria Palmer Frank Hand Henry Worden

Death of Mr Dewey Follows Illness and Family Strain

The body of Mr. Dewey was brought from Sumner Nebraska on Thanksgiving afternoon. The funeral proceeded to the cemetery where Rev. Hayes read the committal. Three weeks earlier Mrs. John Dewey had been buried there, and the daughter had urged the father to visit to recuperate from stress of caring for the ill wife. He died from kidney and other ailments after soul years of strain, aged over sixty, leaving a daughter and two sons, Will and John.

Mr. Dewey Sumner Nebraska Rev. Hayes John Dewey Will John

Mrs Worden Visits Niece in Julesburg

Mrs Worden journeys to Julesburg this morning to spend a day with her niece, Mrs Maggie Fischer, enjoying a family visit in the town.

James Worden Julesburg Maggie Fischer

Edison Talking Pictures at Tobin Theatre Next Nov 30

The Tobin Theatre will exhibit Edison Talking Pictures on November 30 and December 1, a fusion of the Phonograph and moving pictures that recreates life. The Talkiee have drawn great audience enthusiasm and promise top entertainment.

Tobin Theatre Playhouse Thomas A. Edison

Swah's Father Illness Reported at Lincoln

E P Swah receives word of his father's illness at Lincoln. The condition is grave with little hope for recovery. The message notes the sympathy of all involved in the trial.

E. P. Swah Lincoln

Mrs Green and daughter visit Mrs Lee in Cinhbill

Mrs J K Green and her daughter Miss Minnie stayed from Saturday until Tuesday at Cinhbill in the home of Mrs William Lee. Mrs Lee was Miss Katherine Green.

J. K. Green Minnie Cinhbill William Lee Lee Katherine Green

Holiday Subscription Offer From The Telegraph Nebraska

Great holiday subscription drive across The Weekly Inter Ocean The Farm and Home The Sidney Telegraph. Big Christmas package valued at 83.50 for only 1.90 until December 20. Remit now to The Telegraph Sidney Neb.

Inter Ocean The Farm and Home Sidney Telegraph Telegraph Sidney, Neb

Mrs McGowan and Daughter Visit Laune Home in Scottsbluff

Mrs McGowan and her daughter from Scottsbluff are holiday guests at the Laune home, sharing a cheerful gathering. Their stay highlights local social ties during the season with guest appearances and hospitality.

Mrs. McGowan Scottsbluff Laune Home

Dorcas Society Hostess Named Mrs Jessen on Friday

Mrs. L. Jessen served as hostess for the Dorcas society gathering held Friday, hosting duties noted in the church groups weekly schedule.

L. Jessen Dorcas Society

Local and Personal News From Sidney Lifestyles

The Sidney Laundry reopens next Monday with Lennie Darnell among the managers. Jack Stanton of Milwaukee visited on a semi annual trip for the wholesale house he represents. The Cash Grocery store delayed its opening due to a late shipment. Joseph Oberfelder returned Friday after visiting the eastern part of the state and witnessed the North Platte Omaha Thanksgiving football game. Dr. F W Scott of Lodgepole came to examine Mr. Barnes of Weyerts by X ray after a horse accident last week injured his leg.

Jack Stanton Milwaukee Joseph Qoberfelder North Platte Omaha F. W. Scott Lodgepole Mr. Barnes Weyerts

Armstrongs Host Large Dinner Receives Thanks

Mr and Mrs Armstrong gave thanks with guests at their board in the persons of Mr and Mrs James Worden, Miss Edith Martin and Miss Henrietta Shoemaker. The small company was entirely over balanced by the large dinner.

Mrs McLeester Plans Norfolk Visit With Baby Details

Mrs McLeester and her infant travel to Norfolk today to visit her parents Mr and Mrs M J Sanders. Mrs Worden accompanies them to Grand Island where they visit relatives. Mrs Worden plans to return tomorrow.

Osborn Family Holiday Gathering at Idlewild Ranch

At Idlewild ranch a family party enjoyed the holiday feast. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Osborn and son, Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Osborn and daughter, Miss Viola Osborn of the Potter schools and her friend Miss Durin, spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Cc. J. Osborn.

Idlewild Ranch Leo Osborn Maynard Osborn Viola Osborn Potter Schools Miss Durin Cc. J. Osborn

Thanksgiving Eve Dance Proves Social Success

The A. O. U. W. Thanksgiving eve dance was a social success rewarding Workmen for their labor. Fine's four-piece orchestra provided excellent music while the D. of H. served lunch, well patronized and netting a neat sum.

Fine D. of H

Hunters Return North River Reports Low Bird Quiet

Hunters coming back from the north river note abundant game but birds refuse to settle due to bright sky and mild air. Weather also keeps men and boys out with dogs and guns, driving game to quieter regions.

North River

Thanksgiving gathering exceeds city’s pace in festive night

Mr and Mrs Stowe and Mr and Mrs Hellwig hosted Thanksgiving evening with fourteen guests at the former’s home. They say it was the best time in the city that night though other firms are issuing challenges, implying a lively social scene and competitive spirit.

Methodist Church Improvements Noted In Restoration

Among improvements is noted those going on in the Methodist church. The walls have been newly plastered and left in that popular and restful 'tint known as 'putty'. An inclined floor is laid and when finished the furniture will have been done over and everything made clean and harmonious suitable to a sacred edifice.

Buggy Accident Injures Mrs Nelson During Ride

Tuesday evening Roy Neseer and his mother rode in a buggy when the team became nervous, causing the buggy to tip and throw Mrs Nelson from the vehicle. A line broke as the team grew restless, preventing the driver from restraining the spill. Mrs Nelson was only slightly hurt.

Roy Neseer Mrs. Nelson

Bobcat Trophy Captured Near Chimney Rock by Osborn

Leo Osborn and Harry Selch hunted in the brakes south of the Henry Randall place near Chimney Rock. Osborn saved a thirty six inch bobcat pelt from the hunt without injury, aided by his dogs. He sent the unusually large, finely marked hide to a taxidermist at once.

Leo Osborn Harry Selch Henry Randall Chimney Rock Osborn

Wedding Bells at Rihn Home for Forward

A Thanksgiving wedding was held at the Rihn home north of town with Miss Marie Rihn and William Oscar Forward of Winston Colorado uniting in marriage. Reverend Hayes performed the ceremony. A large dinner followed and the couple plans visits before settling near Winston. The Telegraph extends best wishes for their future.

Rihn Marie Rihn William Oscar Forward Winston Colorado Hayes Forward Sterling Forwards Sidney Hastings Telegraph

Noonan and McConnell Tie the Knot Near Simla

On November 19, at the brides parents home near Simla, Nelson H. Noonan married Elsie May McConnell. Rev. G F McDougall of Bridgeport Presbyterian Church officiated. The bride, daughter of K S McConnell, is a Sidney high school graduate, active in Morrill and Cheyenne Counties. The couple resides on their ranch near Simla.

Simla Nelson H. Noonan Elsie May McConnell G. F McDougall Presbyterian Church of Bridgeport K. S. McConnell Morrill Cheyenne Sidney High School Noonan

Champagne Shattuck Wed in Colorado Justice Office

Alfred Lewis Champagne and Lada P Shattuck both of Greeley Colorado were united in marriage by County Judge Gapen at his office on November 22.

Champagne—Shattuck Alfred Lewis Champagne Lada P. Shattuck Greeley Colorado Gapen

Lincoln Highway and national roads shaping a united front

An Omaha Bee reprint extols the Lincoln Highway and other transcontinental routes as rapid transit triumphs. It compares roads from Appian Way origins to modern rail corridors, praising the drive to connect Atlantic and Pacific, Canada to Mexico, and to open new settlements through improved highways.

Appius Claudius B. C Panama Canal Canada Mexico Rockies Rome Omaha Bee

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San Francisco East California Sidney Alliance Mitchell Edison Talking Pictures Tobin Opera House Weil Briggs In Caroage Triauns Bituary Ing Hornaday Moise, & Grain Co Sidney, Nebraska Sidney Laundry Lennie Darnell Cash Grocery Episcopal Ladies
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