Fusion at Cheyenne county convention backs weak ticket
In Cheyenne county fusion consolidates three conventions into one slate, backing Sheriff candidate Daniel McAleese and other nominees from Free Silver Democrats, Populists, and Free Silver Republicans. Local notes report Essie Dugger visiting, 103 degree heat, plum harvest, and community chatter amid election prep.
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Cheyenne County
McAleese
Free Silver Democrats
Court House
Odd Fellows Hall
Free Silver Republicans
Engine House
Daniel McAleese
Sidney
John Hall
Court House Rock
W. B. Killen
Cunés County
H. McFadden
Jesse Mohit
L. H. Bordwell
W. M. Morrow
W. R. Ward
Joseph Oberfelper
Free Silver
Democratic County Central Committee
Joseph Oberfelder
P. A. Griffith
A. W. Atkins
Redingtown
Essie Dugger
West Nebraska M E Conference to Lexington Sept rate fare
The notice announces a certificate plan fare on selected travel days at one third fare for the West Nebraska M E Conference meeting in Lexington Nebraska from September 22 to 28. E R Breisch is named as agent coordinating the arrangement.
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Lexington Nebr
Sidnay
Wheat prospects guard against 40 cent price slide
The Wheal situation in Colman's Rural World argues that a collapse to 40 to 50 cents a bushel is unlikely as production increases slowly and demand rises with broader business activity. It notes most farmers hold grain, prices gained from early speculation, and suggests tariffs will shield US markets from world overproduction. Corn and other farm goods also command higher prices amid renewed prosperity.
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Colman
Despond
United States
Old World
Globe- Democrat
The Drovers Journal promotes stock market reports and ads
A historic promotional piece for The South Omaha Daily Drovers Journal, detailing its market coverage, impartial reporting, and wide reach among stockmen and farmers. It advertises subscription rates and sample copies, plus a Cheyenne bicycle meet round trip offer from Sidney with limited return dates.
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South Omaha
Drovers Journal
South
Omaha
West
Daily
Drovers Journal Company
Donna Albery
Union Stock Yards
Nebraska
County Board Proceedings at Sidney Nebraska 1897
County Commissioners meet in Sidney with all members present. They approve minutes, refund $10 protest tax to J F Holloway, award three bridge contracts to Atkins and Scott for 3570, and approve a long public road centerline plan. Various payrolls and services listed with named individuals and amounts.
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Board County Commissioners
Sidney
Nebr
A. Pease
J F. Holloway
Pumpkin Seed Creek
Lodge Pole Creek
A. W. Atkins
R. P. Scott
L. H. Bordwell
Union Pacific Railway
Chichester
Cemetery
Gaid
U. P
2D Street
Atkins & Scott
M. A. Swift
Peta
Henry Pushin
Bert Bates
G. D. Wolfe
John Griffith
Isaac Jones
J. Brudeen
S.H. Juda
Bridge
V.S. Kucera
J. P. Holloway
Nebraska State Fair two way rate and sale dates announced
The Overland Route sets a round trip fare equal to one way fare plus fifty cents admission for all Nebraska points. Tickets available September 19 to 24. Exception: where one way is six dollars or more the round trip is six dollars on September 6 and 22. Tickets valid through September 25 with continuous passage. agent BE. R. Breiscu.
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Nebraska
BE. R. Breiscu
Dr King s New Discovery Publicized in Local Paper
The True Remedy editor praises Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds citing a household cure with a record of cures. It claims guaranteed satisfaction with trial bottles offered at W F Bassatt s Drug Store.
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W. M. Repine
Tiskliwa, Sr
Dr. King
W. F. Bassatt
Dr King s New Life Pills Sample Offer
Send your address to H E Bucklen Co Chicago and get a free sample box. Trials prove their merit for constipation and sick headache. They help malaria and liver troubles, are vegetable and non deleterious, and invigorate stomach and bowels. Regular box 2 cents, sold by W F Bassett.
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H. E. Bucklen & Co
Chicago
Dr. King
W. F. Bassett
Vermifuge Promise for Worms in Children
A purely vegetable worm remedy guarantees expulsion of worms and improved growth in children. If a child eats but lags in growth, has dark circles under the eyes, is fretful, or sleeps poorly, worms may be the cause. Cream Vermifuge is advertised with absolute certainty of results, available in large and small bottles for 25 cents at Scanlan's Drug Store.
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Scanlan’s
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Sale At Seaview Drugstore
Seaview Virginia reports a top sale of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praised by customers from far and near. Advertisers claim the remedy saved children from croup when given, with Kellman & Warren endorsing the product. 25 and 50 cent sizes available from local druggists.
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Seaview
Chamberlain
Kellman & Carren
Promising Salve For All Skin Ailments At 25 Cents
For sale by W. F., Bassett. The best salve in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box.
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W. F
Bassett
Advertised Letter List at Sidney Nebraska 1897
Unclaimed letters remaining in the post office at Sidney Nebraska for the week ending September 4 1897 include GENTS Van Gorder P. E. (2). Persons calling for these letters should say advertised. PIERRE SANDERS P. M.
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Sidney
Nebraska
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Refund Notice
Druggists offer refund if Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets fail to cure. Zic.
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Zic
Wreck on the Third District near Hershey injures crew and stops rail line
A Sunday early morning wreck two miles west of Hershey left an engine and fourteen cars in a ditch after a rear collision with a preceding train. Conductor Blood escaped with minor injuries while Engineer Ryan and a boy passenger sustained light hurts. Track cleared by eleven.
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Hershey
Ryan
Local notes on season, people, and travel in town
ADDITIONAL LOCAL reports social visits and arrivals from Denver and Perry Ind to Sidney area. Elder Leonard and Sheriff McAleese are noted, with Ducks seen on the creek and a party given by Alice Dick. Trade and travel details include Dan McAleese and Jo Oberfelder going to Lincoln, and J W Brackhage heading to Crewe Neb. Primaries approach urging Republican delegates. Bridges contract awarded for Pumpkin Creek and Lodge Pole crossings, and L G Pitts plans Utah stock purchase.
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Tee
Camer Dan
McAleese
Jo Oberfelder
Lincoln
Morris Davis
Sterling
Colo
J. T. Scott
Smithville, &Nd
Dick Forrest
Ogalalla
Judge McFadden
McFadden
James Mitchell
A. J. Walsh
Lancashire
England
L. G. Pitts
Cheyenne County
Sidney Draw
Utah
Pitts
Kimball Observer
Political talk and reformers in early Nebraska papers
Excerpts from multiple 1900 era editorials discuss Hon. A. E. Cady as a senator candidate, August preacher vacations, urges for peaceful living over revenge, and a Bryanite wartime bet on wheat. Governors Holcomb and Nebraska prosperity are critiqued as inconsistent and temporary.
Grand Island College Promises Path to Success for Ambitious Youth
An old advertisement targets thousands of young people tied down by poor education, offering enrollment at Grand Island Business & Normal College. It promises comprehensive training in business, normal, and shorthand subjects, with flexible tuition options, board and books included, and a pay-after-graduation plan. The ad notes a 12 year establishment and invites readers to request the college record or catalogue.
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Grand Island, Business & Normal College
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Rapid Pain Relief
An advertisement proclaims rheumatism neuralgia and various pains are now easily cured, asserting Ballard's Snow Liniment penetrates to the bone and relieves instantly. It touts its ability to cure strains cuts bruises and stiff joints, urging readers to choose the best when a liniment is needed.
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Ballard
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