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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1877
Page
8
The proprietors of Tae Txiccesta warn they are not responsible for any indebtedness except as written. Written orders or acceptances bearing the signatures of the under signed are required. Proprieties named Josrry B. Gogsaer and Cxorge G. Dasnow appear in the notice.
In Sidney the week brings word of freight and trade, including over 180,000 pounds awaiting transport and $9,683,444 in Black Hill gold dust moved to the east. Local notes report hog cholera, mumps in Cheyenne, and a humorous sketch about Nimrod and antelope. The column laments rumors about candidates, praises Western Nebraska capital, and hints at a local tale of Central’s slang and Prodigal Daughter tale.
The Black Hills Times reports a party led by Francis Johnson explored caves near Whitewood Creek, six miles north of the city. They lowered a man from a cliff to enter the first cave, finding an eagle nest and hornets near the entrance, with further chambers and wildlife suggesting exotic wonders.
Delayed notes from Julesburg recount a fast cattle train run, with Johnny Fraser and J W Ulitts as a key team. George Yao Camp engineered the train, D R Stone conducted, and U P buyers helped position cars. The town notes prosperity in Sidney, hunting season, and local trades amid summer lull. Election planned next week with patrols and a new blacksmith, J L Pattison, taking partnership.
Cheyenne County Nebraska Board of County Commissioners meets and issues election call for November 6. Precincts Antelope Potter Sidney Lodge Pole Big Springs Court House Rock with appointed judges and clerks. Elections include Supreme Judge University Regents County Commissioner and several county offices. Adjourns to October 15 1877.
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