County Judge Candidate Seeks Support in Cheyenne County
To the voters of Cheyenne County Nebraska I announce my candidacy for County Judge on the nonpartisan ballot for the general election on November 16 1918 Sidney Nebr E Alett expresses thanks for the almost unanimous vote at the August primary for the nonpartisan county judge office COP Chambers thanks voters and asks similar support for November 1918
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Cheyenne County
E. Alett
Sidney
Nebraska
Cop Chambers
Announcement of Local Democratic Candidacies in Cheyenne County
Dalton REEL writes to Cheyenne County voters announcing candidacy for County Commissioner Second District on the Democratic ticket after August primaries. Louis Wasem thanks voters for the primary vote and seeks support for County Treasurer race on November 5, pledging full dedication to office management.
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Do. Reel, Dalton
Nebr
Cheyenne County
Louis Wasem
Health in the Camps and the Spanish Flu
A wartime reflection on the Spanish influenza outbreak in U S army camps including Camp Devens Massachusetts and the impact on soldiers health. It notes congressional funding, sanitary improvements, and the hope that by next autumn soldiers will return home as the war ends.
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Camp Devens
Massachusetts
National House of Representatives
France
Oaverseas
Cambukinee
Kked Cross
Am Vreat
Woodrow Wilson
Nuenza
Agin
Provision for the Future in Nebraska Defense Note
The Nebraska Council of Defense urged wholesalers and distributors to stock supplies before winter. The council has aided war exigencies by meeting demand and urging the public and producers to prepare for the future. It warns against wasteful individuals focused on immediate needs.
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Nebraska Council of Defense
Council of Defense
Foresight and sacrifice drive success in war and life
The piece argues that longevity in life hinges on foresight and saving for the future. It notes the poor neglect saving while the prudent endure temporary hardship to safeguard years ahead. It credits American unity, civilian aid, and wartime agencies for rapid mobilization and victory, urging compliance with Nebraska Council of Defense to ensure timely winter supplies and war efficiency.
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Animal Kingdom
Mim
National Council of Defense
War Industries Board
Food and Fuel Administrations
Nebraska Council of Defense
Council
Retribution and Distribution Across War Fronts
A sweeping wartime outlook notes rapid Allied victories on the western front, Bulgarian and Turkish moves toward peace, and Germany’s isolation. It cites President Wilson on unconditional terms, the rise of American leadership, and looming aid to Belgians and French in occupied areas.
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Turkey
Allenby
Holy Land
Nazareth
Nablus
Bulgaria
Germany
Austria-Hungary
Wilson
United States
America
Aap
Europe
Amer-ica
Imperial War Party
Empire
New York
The Man on the Street War Era Musings
Reflective vignette on tired boys prioritizing rest during war. names and affection in motherhood emerge through casual observations. A misnamed idea of beauty in uniforms contrasts with pride in wartime labor. The piece lingers on everyday scenes that reveal deeper feelings and social roles.
Wry musings on town life and olden times
A column of whimsical reflections on family dinner, the lure of bygone eras, community health, relationships, and Sid ney’s cultural talent. The piece mingles humor with social commentary, noting heavy biscuits, unhappy husbands, and occasional barbs at modern life while praising local character and opportunity.
Letter From Edward Runge From France September 7 1917
Edward Runge writes from overseas describing seasickness on the voyage to France, unfamiliar customs, light rain, hard bunks, and longing for home. He notes training camps, approaching trenches, farming patches, and French borders, with updates on friends, YMCA support, and missing ink supplies. He signs as Private Edward Runge in Battery BB, 67th Artillery, AEF.
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France
Ids
Brother
Fritz
Funston Cook
Harold Lynghorn
States
Ting
Camp Mills
YM Coa
Fred
Edward Runge
67Th Artillery C. A. C. American Expeditionary Forces
Bright Letter From George Hockerson From Coat Island Navy
George Hockerson writes from Coat Island in San Francisco Bay describing Navy life in September 1918. He notes the Signal School transfer, the island's capacity for 4 to 5 thousand men, three camps, and the slow chance for action before the Kaiser’s forces capitulate. He explains night watches and signaling lessons using lights and flags.
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Coat Island
Calif
Friend Toain
San Francisco
Cillt
Navy
Goat Island
San Francisco Bay
Signal School
Calit Naval Training Camp Letter From Dick Trving Cosle
A sailor writes from Naval Training Station San Francisco describing bunking, meals, and a pending court sentence. He mentions a future football game with Marines at Berkeley, cool ocean breezes, and rain heavy spells. He asks for letters and notes his full name on envelopes for delivery.
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Briz
Marines
Berkley University
California
Dick Richard Trving Cosle
Voos
Naval Tranning Station
Signal School
Snnfrancisco
Calit
Local and Personal Notes on Sidney Trips and Absences
Mr and Mrs L Fo Cunningham and son Roger visit from Gurley area on Sidney Sunday. Mrs Henry Warden and children return to the ranch after a week at the FoF Warden home. Miss Ava Norvis returns from Denver business college. All schools closed due to influenza. Miss Jissig Fette plans fall eastern trip possibly for a month. George Puckett covers the store during her absence.
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L. Fo Cunningham
Roger
Sidney ‘Ursday
Gurley
Henry Warden
Fof Warden
Ava Norvis
Denver
Business College
Inttnensia
Issig Fette
George Puckett
Ada Bentley and family visit city this week
Ada Bentley and wife and children are spending several days in the city this week. They have spent the summer near Denver at their mountain cottage but maintain their pleasant home in this city.
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Ada Bentley
Denver
Viggo Nelson Showcases New Motor Delivery Wig
The item describes Viggo Nelson displaying a deluxe motor delivery wig, a double decked compartment model protecting packages from dust and rain and praised for its practical and stylish utility. The piece also notes the death of Mrs. Erwin Simpson near Sidney at thirty-three after a brief illness following a move from Denver.
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Viggo Nelson
Erwin Simpson
Sidney Thursady
Denver
Sidney
Squirrels and a Loss at Fred Hayden's Cottage
A fragment from Poston Globe describes a mother squirrel frantically seeking a lost baby in a Northwest Abbot Maine cottage. The scene includes one deceased young squirrel and the mother’s search, plus assorted local notes about school, events, deaths, and community concerns.
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Fred Hayden
Northwest Abbot Me
Poston Globe
Princess Willard Union elects officers at Mrs Owens Priday home
At a meeting hosted by Mrs OR Owens Priday the Princes Willard Union chose officers: Mrs ORO Owens president, Mrs Copley vice president, Mrs W J Perry secretary, Mrs Murless treasurer, Miss Davison corresponding secretary. Members favored aiding a French boy with funds and homes. A September meeting date was set along with a planned program.
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Princes Willard Union
OR Owens
Oro Owens
Copley
W. J Perry
Murless
Transuer
Davison
Dans
Lavion
France
Willard Tion
Association Meeting in Alliance on Democracy Theme
The western section of the Nebraska Education Association will meet in Alliance on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, November 9 and 10. Distinct speakers include Dr TSS London on German education and the world war, Miss Emily Griffith of Denver on opportunities work, Supt HOB Wilson of Berkeley on school motivation, Miss Florence Fox on kindergarten and primary work, and Dr N L Bnekhardt of Columbia University on democracy and school surveys. The event seeks full attendance from teachers and school boards to support a year of inspired work.
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Nebraska Education Association
Alliance
Tss
London
Department of Education
Ohio Normal
Emily Griffith
Opportunity School
Denver
Hob Wilson
Berkley
California
Florence Fox
Bureau of Education
N. L. Bnekhardt
Columbia University
Strayer
Department of
Peachers’ Colege
ATP
Anna Macfaddien County
Cheyenne County
Ned
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Sidney Neh
Retribution and Distribution
Irena Imogeny
Wari
Edward
George Hockerson
Marsh
Montgomery
Opticiun
Sunol
Liberty Lonun
Anna Uncapher
Potter School
Rogers’ Barn
Powell
Leah Booth
Oscar Fenske
Georgia
Platte Center
Albert Fenske
Francis
North Hills
Wallick
Plimab Stickker
JL. TL. Wayhaus
Herman Brauer
Eric
Eric Brauer
Dan Campbell
Bob Lowe
Lion Sweee
Miles Marrott
A. Olson
Cheyenne
Wyo
Livoni & Son
Sidney, Nebraska
Lepoory
PVG OG
Money Order
American Bank
Sidney Transfer & Implement Awouse Anderson Wart-Parr Tractor Co
Frank B. Nolan
Cheyenne County Lumber Co
Sidney Motor Co
National Cafe
Brewer's Machine Shop
Sidney Lumber Co
E. S. Sherrerd
Chas. Nepinsky
Electric Supply Co
Hahler Garage
J. S. Davis Auto Co
Sidney Steam Laundry
Anderson Grocery
WV. H. Weeden Hardy Hardware Co
Furer Grocery Watch Pharmacy
Sidney Electric Harness Shop
Hink’s Boot Shop
S. A. Schmitt Implement Co
A. R. LeSueur
Cheyenne County Trading Co
Central Meat Market
Sidney Steam Bakery
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