County correspondence notes local events and weather
Harm Fecht shipped a carload of cattle to Omaha this week. The first heavy frost hit last Saturday night. Henry Leiner hosted many Redington people, names mostly forgotten. John Lyle of Golden, Til., remains well. South end Republicans missed free transport to Alliance. Democrats and Populists fused to form a precinct ticket. Republicans plan a ticket next week. Geo. Miller and Bauer brothers threshing 56 jobs for 14,943 bushels. Largest job 710 bushels for John Scharrel & Co. Jacob Bruns topped with 665 bushels. Cheyenne county shows strong grain output. Miller went to Denver Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harm Fecht
Omaha
Henry Henrich
Henry Leiner
Redington
Henry Walford
John Lyle
Golden
Til
Land of the Living
South End
Alliance
Dalton
Roosevelt
Geo. Miller
Bauer Boys
John Scharrel & Co
Jacob Bruns
Cheyenne County
Denver
Rail special rates authorized for Nebraska from Union Pacific
The Union Pacific R R Co. approved special rates under a certificate plan for the entire Nebraska region. Dates of sale are Sept 28 to Oct 4 with a limited date of Oct 9, 1900. For details contact E R Breisch, Agent, Union Pacific R R Co, Sidney Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge of
Nebraska
E. R. Breisch
Union Pacific R. R. Co
Sidney
Nebr
Agents Wanted For South America Book Sales
Live active men and women can earn from 5.00 to 310.00 a day by canvassing for Frank G. Carpenter's book South America Social Industrial and Political. This book is out and selling by subscription only. We seek hustlers to introduce this work in their territory with liberal terms. Write today for territory and full paper wba diaceiece PUBLISHING Co Akron Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank G. Carpenter
South America
Live agents wanted for profitable business in Akron Ohio
Employment notice seeking live representatives in Akron Ohio with rapid advancement and daily pay from five to eight ten dollars. Applicants must be unemployed or seeking self improvement and provide good references. Address Department K Corner Perkins and Union Streets Akron Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department K
Corner Perkins & Union Sts
Akron
Ohio
Vintage Home Furnishings Bargains
Bargains offered by C. D. Basic House Furnishing Dept with six hole steel range at 25 dollars heavy four hole cook stove 810 parlor heating stove five dollars massive oak side board 15 strong iron bed 2.50 beat all wool carpet 60 cents various items priced in a departmental sale notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. D
Dr Kings New Life Pills Promoted In Ad
An advertisement credits Dr King’s New Life Pills with health and energy. It claims vigor comes from a well functioning stomach liver kidneys and bowels and offers the product for 26 cents at W F Bassett’s drugstore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
W. F. Bassett
To Cure a Cold in One Day Propaganda Card
A vintage ad claims a cold can be cured in a day using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee. The notice bears a sign-off initials E W and a signature line, typical of patent medicine promotions from early 20th century papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E W. Grove
Sidney to consider independent water plant after shutoffs
Supt. Baxter and officials from the water company visited Sidney to assess the crisis caused by days of shutoffs over sixty days. They indicated the company may not expand enough to meet demand and suggested the city prepare for an independent plant within sixty days, with April 1 as a potential shutoff if plans fail. Citizens urged to govern themselves accordingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supt
Baxter
Berry
Schermerhorn
Andy Burg
Our
Sidney
Popular Couple to Wed in New London Home
Miss Frances McEvoy of this city will wed Gus Buckingham of Cheyenne Wyoming at the home of Miss McEvoy’s sister Mrs John Hamilton in New London on Monday October 15. The bride has long lived in Sidney and worked here while the groom is a Union Pacific freight conductor. They will honeymoon and be at home in Cheyenne after November 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances McEvoy
Gus Buckingham
Cheyenne
Wyo
New London
Buckingham
Union Pacific
Chicago
Mrs Clara Barlow Died in Omaha After Illness
Mrs Clara Barlow wife of Lodgepole postmaster L R Barlow died in Omaha after weeks of treatment. Funeral held at M E church in Lodgepole with Rev W L Austin officiating. she leaves a sorrowing husband and two young sons. The Sidney community sends sympathy to the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara B. Barlow
L. R. Barlow
Lodgepole
Omaha
M. E
W. L. Austin
Free Bottles of Boschee's German Syrup Offered
An advertisement promises free samples of Boschee's German Syrup to any adult with cold or respiratory trouble who visits D. J. Scanlon. Each person may receive one bottle, with parents' order required for children, and ads claim a history of worldwide use and physician endorsement. A 75 cent bottle is also offered for sale by Scanlon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J. Scanlon
Bosachee
Boschee
Green's August Flower Endorsed by Professor Henton
Professor Henton notes a decade of travels showing Green's August Flower widely used for dypepsia, liver and stomach issues, constipation, and general discomfort from irregular habits. He calls it grand for tourists, salesmen, and office staff with headaches and sour stomachs. Sample bottles offered free at D. J. Scanlen's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Henton
D. J. Scanlen’s
Fowler Named Republican Candidate for State Superintendent
William K. Fowler born 1864 in New Jersey pursued teaching and administration across Nebraska towns including Scribner Blair and Ames. A longtime educator and leader, he held posts with the Nebraska State Teacher's Association and National Educational groups, married Ada Barker in 1890 with four children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. KE. Fowler
New Jersey
Scotland
New York City
College of the City of
New York
Maiden Lane
Dodge County
North Bend
Nebraska
W. K
Purple Cane
Ames
Standard Cattle Company
Monmouth College
Illinois
Fowler
Scribner
Neb
England
University of Edinburgh
Scribner News
North Bend Argus
Scribner Board of Education
Blair City
Nebraska State Teacher's Association
Educational Council
State Teachers’ Association
National Educational Association
National Department of City
State Association
Kirk
Frank
Adda
Cough and Works Off the Cod Claim Laxative Tablet Ad
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold in one day. It promises no care and no pay, with a price of 25 cents.
Merry-go-round on vacant lot near rink winds down
A merry-go-round sits on a vacant lot east of the rink and is powered by a steam engine. The site is described as a business venture run by the younger generation, as officials note the land office may oversee its operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dying 'S Land Office
One Day's Hunt Amuses Local Dusk Antelope Event
A dawn wagon ride brings a hunting party to Girmann's meat market for a fine buck antelope. Jack Washburn leads the party with Johnnie Pantenburg as guide, while Dr. P C Hartford and Dr Stewitts with County Superintendent Lyon observe. The unnamed medicine man among the Dawsons is suspected to have killed the buck as others praise Hartford and plan future hunts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sporsmans
Girmann
Jack’ Washburn
Johnnie Pantenburg
P. C. Hartford
Stewitts
Lyon
Washburn
Stowitte
Dawsons
Crack Shore
Tenderfoot
Hartford
American Women Favor Sunday Times Herald Features
American women nationwide show appreciation for the Sunday Times Herald as it offers home and society hints. Dime Qui Vive with beauty talks draws many readers and the mail brings numerous requests for more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunday Times- Herald
Charlie Wright Takes Tin Work Contract at Spotts Bluff
Charlie Wright traveled to Spotts Bluff early this week and agreed to perform tin work under a contracted arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Wright
Spotts Bluff
Ray Tarble in Alliance Horse Accident Recovering
Ray Tarble, recently injured by a horse collapse at Alliance, remained in the city for a few days and relied on a cane to move about.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Tarble
Alliance
Dr and Mrs Simon Plan East Visit
Dr and Mrs Simon depart Monday evening for a trip to the East. They will stay several days in Lincoln Nebraska to visit the doctor's brother and sister at the University. They then proceed to St Joseph Missouri for an extended visit with Mrs Simon and expect to return in the early week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Simon
East
Lincoln, Neb
St. Joseph, Mo
Railroad and Union Pacific notes from the region
Retireas Crosbv district foreman H B McKenzie visited the city Thursday. Several personnel changes occur at the round house with Frank Pierson replacing W H Brown and C Madden now in charge of coal chutes. Steam and bridge works proceed near Egbert with new steel bridges and track extensions 2760 feet. Union Pacific figures show 87 minutes for Cheyenne to Sidney run, and $5 million planned Wyoming construction with 158 miles of new road and big line shortening. Burlington surveying may extend road toward Salt Lake Valley. reports cite possible Salt Lake City line with Cody to Toluca and Yellow stone Park connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Brown
Round House
Frank Pierson
C. Madden
Wm. Rost
Pine Bluffs
Egbert
Bridge Department
Platte
Owens Bros
Union Pacific
Burlington
U. P. Stockyamns
Candish
U. P. Chicago
Cheyenne
Sidney
Ed Conaughey
Kearney
Salt Lake Herald
Dickinson
Wyoming
LeRoy
Bear River
Piedmont Hill
Omsaha
Salt Lake Valley
Guernsey
Salt Lake City
Chicago
Toluca-Cody City
Yellowstone Park
Cody City
Tapas
State Journal
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Claims Piles Cure
Advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as cure for piles and all injuries. Claims thousands healed, price two cents per box, cure guaranteed, sold by druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Draggist
School Notes From Room Activities And Visitor Visits
Catharine Clinton and Hazel King of Room 2 were absent due to colds. Clara Austin of Room 4 missed school sick. Miss Bordwell and Miles Odette visited Miss McKee and Miss McFadden's rooms. Mrs Stowitte and Maude Blanchard visited in Miss McKee's department. Miss Shelley acted as teacher in Room 2 while Miss McFadden visited Denver. Pupils prepared new definiteims words and received report cards in book form. The merry go round event drew tickets and extra attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Bordwell
Miles Odette
Denver
Room 1
Waynick, Jr
Scanlon
Bordwell
Odette
Graham
Cheyenne
Harris
Waynick
Usaas
Local Items Highlight Visits and Trips in City
Charles Callahan spent the forepart of the week on a business trip to Omaha. Miss Maude Blanchard visits at her sister Mrs Dr Stewitts. John King, the North River stockman, spent the forepart of the week in the city. Charlie Nelson of Greenwood was in town greeting friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Callahan
Omaha
Miss Maude Blanchard
Mra
Dr. Stewitts
John King
North River
Charlie Nelson
Greenwood
City
Black Crook Chief Pelton Reflects On Press Life
A. R. Pelton, owner and manager of the Black Crook company, keeps the office calm on a Friday. An veteran newspaper man and printer, he once held cases with the Indianapolis Journal's proprietor years ago before starting this paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. R. Pelton
Black Crook Company
Stock man Fecht confident McKinley will win in fall vote
H A Fecht of Union Valley returned from Omaha with cattle shipment and said he will vote for McKinley this fall. He knows many neighbors who supported Bryan four years ago but will back the Republican ticket this year. He met Colorado stockmen who expect a landslide for McKinley in their state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A Fecht
Union Valley
Omaha
Fecht
McKinley
Bryan
Blaze at Senate restaurant follows gas stove failure
A fire at the Senate restaurant on Wednesday morning started from a gas stove in So'clock. City water was shut off for about twenty minutes, destroying nearly everything in the room until hoses finally controlled flames. Proprietor Ed Yaegel, noting it is his second such incident, vows to replace the gasoline stove with a range and reopen soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Ed Yaegel
Traveling merchandiser touts holiday goods in Western Nebraska
D Laflin representing Maurer wholesale china and glass house of Council Bluffs Iowa toured our city with large trunks of samples for Christmas and holiday trade. He said his firm has not seen such trade in ten years and that luxuries once scarce are now affordable, with similar conditions in Kimball Gering and other towns in Western Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Laflin
Maurer Wholesale China and Glass House
Council Bluffs
Iowa
Nebraska
Kimbell
Gering
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Henry
Auth
Bismarck
Irena
Angel Flower
William K. Fowler
Opera House
Della Pringle
Actar
Leatella
Alf Allen
Allen
Mesers, Callahan & Bassett
Kimball
Bridgeport
Tas Telegraph
Retireas Crosbv
H. B. McKenzie
Reddy
Wood River
E. C. Gentry
Birmingham
Wm. Groavenor
The
Jed
Catharine Clinton
Hazel King
Room 2
Clara Austin
Miss Shelley
Miss McFadden
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