28 Sep 1895
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1895
Page
1
Shoppers flood Stak Clothing House for the Heir Clearing Out Sale with men’s suits at 2.75, dress shoes 1.25, work shoes 0.75, boys and children’s shoes, and overalls 0.30 to 0.55. Prices slash clothing, underwear, shirts, and sweaters to clear stock, promising unbeatable bargains before they end.
The Cheyenne county Republican gathering in Sidney chose a robust slate for two years, with Judge A Pease as treasurer, Frank A King for sheriff, Judge J Neubauer for county judge, F E Sterns for county clerk, Ward VerValin for superintendent, Robert H Willis for surveyor, and W F Bassett for coroner. Delegates to state and judicial conventions were chosen, and party unity praised.
A vivid description of the Apaches dancing the devil dance around a campfire to honor a departed chief with five masked dancers and a beating rawhide monster. The piece cites Demorest's Magazine and notes the tradition of returning the chief with sunrise. It also previews October magazine features from Ladies' Home Journal and other Curtis offerings.
Delegates from the third commissioner district met in Judge Heinz's office to nominate a candidate for commissioner. D. Lyon of Camp Clarke chaired, Bruce Wilcox of Redington served as secretary, and J. W. Harper of Bronson precinct was declared the unanimous choice to succeed himself as commissioner.
Circuit court sessions opened in Sidney with Judge Neville and visiting lawyers. The Bozarth murder case paused due to key witness illness. Wolfe case dismissed for lack of information. Requisition transcript granted in Bartling matter. several civil cases continued or dismissed. County commissioner contest ruled void. office vacant to be filled at next general election. Local notes from Redington and Lisco discuss weather, courting, and community events.
A historical advertisement touts No-to-bac as the only harmless tobacco cure. It promises to curb nicotine poisons, calm nerves, and restore strength and vigor with a money back guarantee. Sold through W F Bassett in Sidney and via druggists, with mailing options from The Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago and New York offices.
The piece notes Mr. Barden and L. P. Hendricks heading to Colorado, A. L. Bixler visiting from Wheatland to work a claim, and Miss Hattie Hill with Miss Roxie Baker seen on the streets. It recalls September 18 heat at 101, followed by an unprecedented four inch snow cover.
Miss Chase suffers a bad cold at week start while Roy and Will Barden leave the Intermediate. Several students change classes. some quit to teach. others enter Freshman and First Primary. The Junior High translates Caesar. a spelling ribbon honors Huldah Chapen. A High School literary program is announced with names like Louella Adams Laura Brower and Mary Otteman among participants.
Summer Tour tickets offer health and enjoyment at Union Pacific System resorts. Tickets on sale until September 30. BE. L. Lomax, General Passenger and Ticket Agent, Omaha, Nebraska, urges travelers to see their nearest agent.
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