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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1916
Page
1
Mrs Gus Runge of Sidney died Tuesday morning after a period of apparent recovery following a major operation in Denver. Her niece Mrs Rose Morgan was with her at the end. The body was taken to Sidney for funeral services Friday afternoon. An obituary will be published next week.
Fred Parks of this place and Jack Fitzgerald of South Omaha will meet in Sidney on Friday evening September 15 in a ten round bout. Both boxers are evenly matched with parallel records, promising a competitive fight.
Cheyenne County reports 1076 farmers in July 1916 versus 580 in July 1914, a rise of 490 in two years. The county claims 1070 farmers now, nearly double two years earlier, while Sidney asks why the town grows, noting improved farms and a need for 4000 farmers with only a quarter currently present.
It claims to remove worry of sickness and the fear of the rainy day, boosting efficiency and independence. Begin now and open an account to enjoy accurate, painstaking, polite service it promises to depositors.
Robert Williams nephew of Dick Williams with D. R. Jones in real estate travels from Milo Iowa with O. M. Vinson and M. T. Vernon to buy land west of Lorenzo. They plan to move next year as land here, though valued at two hundred dollars per acre, yields poor returns. They have toured many states before selecting the Cheyenne county region.
Lancaster County judge Albert Cornish, candidate for supreme court, visited the city on a Friday campaign tour. He was joined by attorney J. J. Halligan and two other men. the party planned trips to Kimball and then northward by automobile, avoiding rail transit.
Reverend E. J. Hayes and his wife and family have been welcome visitors among their hosts of friends in Sidney. They leave Chappell for their new home in University Place to enjoy rest from ministry work. Both are recovering from serious illness and may regain health with care.
Griffith wrecked his car striking a government stake in the road north of the Frank Hand ranch while returning from Jumbo with his nephew Lyle Green and friends. The fender radiator and other parts were damaged, East total disablement. all occupants escaped with a hard shake.
A discussion notes that federal law overrides state law on hunting dates. State permits September 1 while federal fixes September 16. For safety and cost reasons, delay hunting a few days. A violation risks fines of five dollars per bird and possible legal trouble if caught.
The Hahler and Treinen garage operates at capacity in new quarters east of Old Fellows Hall and plans a second-story extension to double workspace. Joe Sahler and John Treinen rely on broad business connections to drive growth. All Pelt Hats to be closed out this week. SIDNEWS Exclusive Miles Machinery in Basement of Gapen Bailing.
The county now has 1,070 farmers, about 490 more than two years ago when there were 580. The narrative praises honest, skilled farmers, diversified crops, and moisture conservation. It notes every town’s population rise, attracted residents who farm locally, and robust schooling opportunities boosting settlement and business.
Republican candidate Mr H P Shumway addressed the Cheyenne County Teachers Institute on Tuesday. He authored bills for rural teacher training and for manual training domestic science and practical courses in Normal Training High Schools. Miss Ann Radcliff gave a reading during chapel, and Mr Delzell spoke Thursday morning with readings showing notable ability. An excellent corps of instructors and a large enrollment are noted, with a committee to draft resolutions to be announced next week.
The county fair premium lists, printed this week, offer inducements for county exhibits across agriculture housekeeping and school categories. Only county residents may compete in certain lines and horse races are included. Read the lists and posters to advertise county wares and resources and do your part.
Cheyenne County owns 765 449 acres and can house 4 000 farmers with existing holdings already at over 1 000. At 245 new farmers per year, it would take about twelve years to convert all land, leaving few cheap farms and a rising sense of urgency to buy before the ground floor closes.
Prohibition candidates for President and Vice President are scheduled to pass through Sidney toward the end of September and an effort is underway to have them stop and address local residents. Further notice will follow.
The St Patrick s academy dedication occurs next Sunday with ceremony and the new brick building described as sightly and up to date. The school offers primary grammar and high school departments with a full commencement course and an art and music program. Children register September 5, boarders September 3 or 4. inquiries via Sister Superior. Nearby Mr and Mrs Selch and others visited Peetz Col and enjoyed a farm dinner.
Fred Byers' Stock Co presents a strong cast with special scenery and up-to-date dancing and singing specialties at Tobin Opera House. Viggo Nelson is sought for a painting job. The engagement runs September 14 to 16 with performances announced for the dates.
The Cheyenne County Fair race program covers September 14 to 16 1916 at Sidney with events for Cheyenne County horses and general entries. Purse amounts range from 12.50 to 100.00 with prizes for first and second places across mule races bicycle and motorcycle events car races and various mile lengths on Thursday Friday and Saturday.
In F W Vath yard, a transplanted tree from Mrs Hart’s uprooted apple tree recovers from shock. It blossoms on the first of September and aims for apples before Thanksgiving if frost stays away. Vath jokes about building a greenhouse to harvest year round, but worries about business feasibility.
The Sidney Mercantile Store dedicates its new building with a large free dance Thursday evening September 7. Aiming to be the biggest free dance yet in Sidney, organizers promise top music and flawless management, inviting all within driving, train, or walking distance.
Miss Sophia Gould and two friends awoke to a moving light and intruder rumors in their unoccupied North Platte home. Sheriff McDaniel found no sign of entry though upstairs screens were unhooked. The likely culprit fled as neighbors’ dogs barked. no robbery occurred.
J. P. Brown and his wife concluded a ten day vacation visiting Salt Cake Ogden and Bingham canon. They saw relatives briefly but spent most of the trip away from home on the wing.
There will be a teachers' meeting in Room 1 of the high school building Monday Sept 4 at 2 00 P M. School will open the following morning Tuesday Sept 5 at 9 00 A M. For first class wall paper see Vigan Nelson.
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