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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1888
Page
2
Presidential and statewide tickets listed with names for Indiana positions including Harrison Morton Hastings Butler Lodes Loden McNeny Thayer Meinlejo han Laws Hill Benton Leese Steen Lane Inescitt Strayner and county posts Joe Johnson E O Lee and precinct nominees sought for assessor constables road supervisor and other local offices with names such as Lyon Stewart Lingenfelter Newell and Ninian.
A fragment outlines events at the Corn Palace in Sioux City and upcoming fairs in Cuxhaven County SaintoweY and Omaha. It lists dates in August and September for state and county fairs and notes the election day on November 6 for Harrison and Morton.
Notice states J. C. Bush and Chas. Callahan dissolve their co partnership in the Sidney Telegram by mutual consent with J C Bush retiring. Callahan assumes all accounts. dissolution dated September 1 1888 and noting Cuas Cas Calabauan as signatory.
An editor announces the sale of his interest in the Telegraph to Mr Callahan, reflecting on six years building a growing Sidney paper. He notes rising circulation, a plant worth far above the purchase price, and gratitude to Sidney and Cheyenne county while hinting at future travel and continued town ties.
The TeLeanararn changes editor as J C Bush exits and Frank J Devlin takes over the editorial helm with Charles Callahan becoming sole proprietor. The paper vows to guard Republican and home interests in Cheyenne County while urging development and rectitude. The piece also covers Democratic primary dynamics favoring CD Essig against Henry St Rayner, noting Essig’s slim chances and the speaker-like optimism of Democratic enthusiasts fading to a fizzle.
A Lincoln precinct primary Tuesday night instructed delegates to support C I Essig for the Lincoln district representative at the county convention to be held in Lincoln. The account notes the dramatic public response was minimal and no bandanas or hats appeared, contradicting a wild rumor.
The piece describes a speaker known as Dr Jee vil and Mr Clyde arriving in Lincoln and responding with emotion. It notes the dual identity could help him contest his opponent, predicting a tight race if nominated, while critics say the outcome could defy expected race dynamics and even challenge scientific notions about space.
A Nebraska editorial cites Dr George L Miller on Democratic prospects and cites crop yields across Nebraska Dakota and Kansas with high figures. It notes John Messhane nominated for governor and questions Blaine policy versus Harrison. The piece mocks patronage politics and predicts a 2000 vote margin for Bayner Nesbitt.
The electorate seeks a trustworthy proven leader. Supporters describe Joseph Johnson as highly capable and honest, arguing the people's confidence will secure his victory.
Public remarks attributed to Thurman read as if drafted long after schooling, carrying a fresh energy and a youthful tone while hinting at enduring thought behind the humor.
A brief weekly feature salutes Denna Nast’s extended career and notes enduring work in her field. Details emphasize experience and continued influence, with focus on longevity and notable milestones across years.
A flurry of political barbs targets Governor Thayer and rival candidates while public notices discuss road land takings, claims, and boundary changes. Officials solicit objections, with hearings set and deadlines noted as county clerks process claims and filings.
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