24 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
1
Neighbors recount an October storm bringing damp weather and occasional snow with mild temperatures, and note later sunshine. The town reports vandalized electric signs, Tobin's saloon renovations from Alliance, a fire scare near a lime cart, and a horse rescued from a ditch. Local travelers, social events, court matters, and a moving of families are mentioned along with a call to buy stove repairs and coal.
Vinnie E Bordwell of Sidney Neb married Milton M Preston of Apulia New York October 6 1908 at Apulia Station in a ceremony at the bride's cousin H N Webster home attended by about thirty guests The newlyweds left for Niagara Falls for a honeymoon Mrs Preston later left Sidney years ago to pursue musical studies in New York as friends here send wishes across the continent.
A sudden fierce storm on Monday at Lone Tree Hill near Sherman Wyoming toppled a Union Pacific caboose from a way car into a 25 foot embankment. Thirty nine aboard. two killed instantly and the rest injured. A stove in the caboose worsened the peril.
The first lecture in the high school course was held Tuesday evening in the auditorium. Denton C. Crowl presented the Sam Jones lecture Philosophy facts and fun in an inimitable style, closely matching the great Sam Jones. The ninety minute talk entertained and educated the audience.
Mrs C F Clark hosts the nuptials of Misa Rita Sally Clark and Charles John McNamara at the parents home on Twenty-ninth and Woolworth Avenue. Rev R Scott Hyde officiates. Clark previously a guest of local society figures.
Sidney Nebraska October 23 1908 list of letters remaining unclaimed at the post office. Names include B A Zeft Andrew Severson Martin Mickelson Chas E Kenyon Fred Jackey Jack Babcock Miss Anna Cooper and E Mclernon. Postmaster urges applicants to say advertised.
B F Willon of Sharpaburg Iowa, a longtime Telegraph reader, spent a couple of days in the county for land business and stopped by for a pleasant call.
The Methodist parsonage was papered and thoroughly renovated this week in preparation for the occupancy of the new minister and family.
Hon Silas R Barton Grand Recorder of the Ancient Order of United Workmen Nebraska delivered a one hour address on Fraternity at the court house. He praised the order and noted social features worthwhile and expected to boost local lodge memberships. Afterward Ladies of the Degree of Honor hosted a lodge gathering with refreshments and further speeches. Barton is a candidate for State Auditor and is expected to win broadly in Western Nebraska.
A village story near Sidney tells of a charming maiden and a suitor known locally, not a strict stranger. On a porch they kiss under a starlit sky while she scans the heavens calling his name, then turn to a lantern for a quiet eight hour vigil as daylight interrupts their lighthearted routine.
The White Show Company from Chicago arrives for two performances at the Sidney opera house on November 4 and 5. Madam White showcases a $250 Paris dress, a $100 hat, a $100 opera cloak, and $8,000 in diamonds. the attraction includes premiere ventriloquist figures and full stage settings, with reserved seats on sale at the post office store.
Sidney plans a snow plow at the terminal to speed track clearing during probable storms. Wn Ullery of the round house is off duty due to his son William's death with family earnings noted as receiving sympathy from the round house. Ed Ahrens is listed as on the sick list. Mr Fetterly has rejoined the night force after a year on his ranch. Joe Lareen, clerk for Foreman Nichol son, returned from a three week eastern state trip. Machiniat Elsasser and wife and baby arrive and plan housekeeping in Hudson cottage south town. Yardmaster Coatello reports Mrs Puthoff in Omaha improving and returns to duty soon. Travelling Freight Agent Clifton in town renewing old acquaintances.
Denton C. Crowe spoke to the high school Tuesday for a entertaining fifteen minute talk. Wm Allery of the seventh grade died prompting floral wreaths and a funeral attendance by two grade levels. The Garbe Howe entertainers are set for November 18 while Sam Jones lectures were praised despite rain and ditches.
Superintendent Ritchie reports for old law aid 42 districts with 417 children seek 4619 dollars though need totals 10013. Four more districts may qualify under new law, one in the south end and three in the north. If improved law passes, county needs 11100 dollars. Also personnel changes note Brown resigns as clerk. Sharmer becomes clerk. Local ads note Selz shoes at Oberfelder's and baby carriages at Einsig's.
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