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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1921
Page
11
A brief reflection on the difficulty of gathering news and printing every item. The author notes criticism for omissions and explains why some details are left out to avoid harm, stressing a golden rule approach in journalism.
The Philadelphia Ledger argues that while open covenants and open conferences sound ideal for disarmament, they cannot work. Past attempts at Versailles and Paris failed, and real decisions occur in closed conclaves. Publicity risks trouble without delivering results, the piece concludes.
The New York Tribune argues about language at an international disarmament conference. It notes French has long been the diplomatic standard and questions replacing it with English while acknowledging practical benefits. It calls for using both languages officially.
A national hairdressers association discusses the return of ears as a new trend for femininity. They urge removal of heavy false hair and wool, arguing ears will reappear despite past bans. The piece notes curiosity over why ears were banned while other body parts were shown.
In a playful take on fashion and vehicle etiquette, the note muses on ears being hidden no longer and questions whether this signals a broader cultural shift. The writer hints at propaganda by hairdressers and dealer interests while joking about cars parked beside the head under official tolerance.
A Nebraska City resident on a four hour layover in town confronts a man who follows her. After a brief exchange and a cop’s inquiry, the follower explains he was not stalking but charging his battery. The anecdote ends with a humorous misunderstanding.
In a compact chatty column a Washington Star quote ponders whether pursuit or possession brings more happiness with a quip about preferring fishing to owning a fish market. A quip from an Exchange appears about men overstating their height as a social aside.
W P Miles serves as President with L Uptegrove as Vice President Leon Fine as Treasurer and J W Johnson as Secretary The board lists directors W K Hodgkin W Hornaday M W Osborn D B Campbell F L Whitelock and G R Buckner
Base Ball Association lists officers including President D R Campbell Treasurer Charlie Mann Secretary Frank Whitelock and members A E Phelps Joe Simodynes M W Dimery and Dr Barger.
A Sidney advertisement claims Adler-i-ka cured stomach gas and sour stomach in twenty minutes. It says the product acts on both bowel sections to remove foul matter and gas, aiding chronic constipation and guarding against appendicitis. Western Drug Co. advertises the remedy.
The historic Tower shows noticeable vertical movement as Thames tides push water under its foundation. With each rising tide the structure lifts, then settles as the tide recedes. The up and down motion is so pronounced that some government uses are restricted.
An ad notes Electric Supplies at the Electric Shop one block east of the American Bank and announces Dr B Charles Pease an eye ear nose and throat specialist now located in the Osborne Building. A prompt to buy a home on easy terms invites readers from W E Swatzlander.
In this clipping, Dr. M. E. Pettibone a dentist is listed with address Mclintosh block and phone 419. Also mentions SIDNEY LUMBER CO and Dr. F. L. Social a dentist at Neubauer Bldg with phone 12 and taxi call number 161.
Carl A Pedersen files suit against Ludvick Westberg in district court seeking 782.67 plus interest and 4900 plus interest on two promissory notes dated December 28 1920. North half of section 31 township 17 range 48 attached. Answer required by October 10 1921. Dated August 31 1921.
Country Club officers and notable members are listed including J. L. McIntosh as President, W. H. Hodgkin as Vice President, and R. Krats as Sec-Treas, with Ray Stansbury and others such as A. B. Mantor and P. IL. Martin among the attendees. The fragment cites several initials and surnames like Roche, J. T. M. Pearson, and F. L. Whitelock.
An ad style notice promotes home ownership with claims of a good home in the best town on earth. Mentions Sidney Lumber Co and American Bank. References Dr. L Charles Pease ear nose doctor and F L Sooll dentist Neubauer Building with contact details and easy terms from W F Swatzlander.
Julia Grand seeks divorce from Frank J Grand on grounds of extreme cruelty and requests name change to Julia Lingwall. Defendant must answer by October 24 1921. Sidney Nebraska September 9 1921. W P Miles attorney for plaintiff.
U P railroad publishes a daily timetable for Sidney with multiple trains listed by number and departure times from early morning to late evening. Freight services 262 and 261 run locally, with Sunday exceptions.
East north bound No 302 departs at 8 22 a m No 204 departs at 8 22 a m West south bound No 301 departs at 4 20 p m No 303 departs at 4 20 p m No 302 stops at Bridgeport and Alliance only
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