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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
4
The author urges settling county division now to place the line fairly for both sides and avoid future splits. Dividing later risks a second division, threatening economical organization by creating three counties from territory suited for two. The piece emphasizes the mine of a fair split for their region and urges a strong majority.
A long editorial laments factional divides and urges residents to vote their conscience on officers. It praises Congressman Kinkaid for landmark homestead and other reforms, notes Taft support in the area, and argues Republican policies underlie local prosperity. The piece reflects rural Nebraska optimism and civic engagement.
The notice highlights two constitutional amendments on the upcoming election ballot. One allows investing the permanent school fund in Nebraska bonds to keep funds within the state. the other proposes enlarging the Supreme Court by adding four judges, replacing the current six commissioners, to handle work duties more effectively. The commissioner system is described as wrong in principle and unsatisfactory.
All major parties endorsed the two constitutional amendments at the primaries and urge voters to cast ballots for both in the upcoming election to ensure adoption.
Dalton reports indicate a dreary spell with rain delaying church events and local construction. Residents note social fundraisers, school activities, and a basket ball team forming while several townspeople travel for visits and errands.
Governor Hughes praises William Howard Taft as uniquely equipped to govern a free people under constitutional methods. La Follette and Taft voices rally support, pledging to do all in their power to secure Taft's election. The exchange underscores a pivotal Republican hopefuls dynamic in New York City.
Nelson B. Rairden files in Cheyenne County District Court a petition against Robert E. Coburn and Coburns wife unknown seeking specific performance of a contract. Coburn sold the northeast quarter of section 31 township 20 north range 50 west for 8000 dollars and must convey by warranty deed to Nellie B. Rairden in trust for Nelson B. Rairden. Respondents must answer by November 10, 1908.
Proclamation by the Cheyenne County Board sets a November 3 general election ballot item to determine whether the northern portion of Cheyenne County should be severed and reorganized into a new county named Morrill. The measure outlines the described territory and requires a majority vote to pass with certification to the Secretary of State. Polls open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on election day.
To heirs and legal representatives of Samuel C. Morgin deceased and to all interested in east 2 feet of Lot 13 Block 22 original town Sidney Nebraska. On February 14 1907 private tax sale purchased delinquent taxes 1905 to 1905 inclusive east thirty two feet of Lot 13 Block 22 original town Sidney Cheyenne county Nebraska with 1906 taxes paid. Redemption expires February 14 1909 after which Treasurer's deed will be sought. Date October 8 1908.
Cheyenne County land parcels will be offered for lease at a public auction in the County Treasurer's office Sidney on Friday November 13 1908 at 900 am Terms and appraised value available from the County Treasurer or the Commissioner of Public Lands and Buildings at Lincoln Includes sections 36 18 5 6 14 50 23 50 16 19 52 and related parcels.
Nebraska voters are asked to approve a joint resolution amending Article six sections to alter Supreme Court structure. Provisions include seven judges, fixed six year terms, staggered elections starting 1909 and 1911, and salaries for Supreme and District Court judges. Governor would appoint four justices upon adoption. Public notice dated July 15 1908 signed by Secretary of State Geo C Junkin.
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