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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1896
Page
5
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Leroy MARTIN announces his candidacy for County Attorney of Cheyenne County Nebraska in Sidney on September 22, 1896. The document lists a full slate of national state and local offices including McKinley Hobart Uedlund Casey Corbett Churchile Russell Ryan Kinkald Whitmore Sadler Houtz Burnham Foster Derby McPheeley Freeze Cady Hoagland Gapen Abbott Nelson and others for various posts.
Lute Fitch announces candidacy for Cheyenne County Attorney as an independent. He emphasizes personal integrity and commitment to reform, seeking votes from residents across Cheyenne County.
The Telegraph marks its 24th year of publication in Sidney recalling pioneer days and battles with rival papers. It notes management changes, enduring service, and vows to continue strong coverage as Major McKinley’s era begins promising improved news service.
Discussion centers on whether McKinley will secure a large majority or be edged by New York as in past elections. The piece weighs historical patterns of margins in key states and contemplates the possible scale of the victory.
The piece argues the November 3 vote must decisively reject silver policy, framing it as a long battle since 1877 with bills and laws influencing the economy. It urges a clear majority against silver to end repeated political stalling and avoid future repudiation.
Editorial denounces Lodge Pole and Sidney Peewee publishers for profiting from delinquent tax list printing. States statutes set publishing fees charged to landowners, with taxpayers not benefiting from lower rates. Claims county treasurer collects the lawful amount and legitimate printers deserve their due without being robbed by penny‑pinching rivals.
The Pot ter Review notes that Bill Greene, Populist candidate for Congress from the sixth district, faced illness in Sidney and canceled a Kimball engagement. Reportedly unreliable sources say he is not a fit for the high office. Sidney crowds heard Judge W. from Potter County.
Reports from multiple newspapers accuse L. Greene the Populist candidate for Congress of intoxication during a Sidney speech and say he missed western appointments while recovering. Some notes mention W. L. Greene's brief Sidney visit and campaign mood. An unrelated ad offers an eight inch six point gauze irrigating pump for sale through J. W. Harper of Higgins.
Lanod Office announces final proof for settler Adam D. Wamsy H E No 2535 for section 12 and 14 in township 4 north range 40 west at Sidney Neb on October 1 1896. Witnesses include Patrick Rowlan John B Wagoner Patrick J Dunn and Robert Walsh all of Lisco and Camp Clarke Neb. Register Joan M Adams.
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