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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
6
A lost ring described as a ring set with a rule was reported between the Methodist church and post office. The finder is offered a reward and authorities urge vigilance for Louis Siders and the Masons of Nebraska in connection with the September lodge meeting.
A massive blaze swept Phoenix NY destroying the business district and over half the industrial area, causing losses surpassing a million dollars. One death reported, eighty two bus lines wiped out, looters invaded the ruins, and deputies were sworn in with orders to shoot to quell the chaos.
A historical note states that a whale struck by a harpoon can dive at about 300 yards per minute, illustrating the animal's rapid descent when pursued.
Joseph A Dennison once assistant district attorney of Suffolk County Massachusetts and his wife were found after four days lost in the northern foothills of the White Mountains in New Hampshire. They endured exhaustion and hunger with little sleep. water was scarce and doctors feared lasting harm to their health.
Treve Collins Jr writes of fabulous shoes seen in films. He recalls a dramatic scene where a girl flees her father’s anger and returns years later in satin shoes. The piece highlights dreams of fashion and impossible onscreen glamour.
Reverend Lewis arrives today from Western Nebraska to assume the pulpit for the coming year. His family will follow later. He will preach next Sunday at the regular service times. A ministerial reassignment occurred here and Mr. Lewis was not listed in last week’s notices.
The candidate announces the Democratic primary nomination for County Assessor on April 18, 1916. He has served as city and precinct assessor for four years, citing experience and urging taxpayers to honor him with their support in the upcoming November election.
Fifteen motor ambulances of the Russian field hospital were formally accepted by the empress. Captain Philip Lydig and Dr. Phil Newton made the presentation. The ambulances were lined up outside the palace at Tsarskoe Selo, reviewed by the imperial family, then sent on to Petrograd.
The text describes a method to test diamonds by breathing on them to reveal luster changes. It notes that genuine diamonds regain appearance quickly, helping distinguish real stones from imitations. The explanation mirrors a scientific approach from period publications.
The age of dogs ranges from twelve to fourteen years when they receive proper care.
Enrollment rises across departments as Miss Mann’s third graders grow too large, with Miss Wood assisting. Mr. Lewis leads music and orchestra while industrial training expands in grammar and high schools. Freshmen reception hosted by Principal Pindetl, faculty, and students. Lyle A Harris of Nebraska City, blind graduate, spoke to inspire outreach. Ed Boling repaints pool, basement floors, and gym seating improving appearance.
Washington Department of Agriculture warns against adulterating oysters by soaking in water to appear plump and marketable. Four quarts of oysters with one quart water is enough to shift appearance, deceiving buyers. Oysters may be "select" through water soaking, detectable only by chemists. law requires adulteration under the food and drugs act section seven.
A child asks what a test case is and the parent replies that a test case is a court case brought to decide if there is enough merit to justify lawyers pursuing more cases of the same kind.
An excerpt from Coultier's Weekly reflects on endurance of common things. It notes the ground we tread can be worn by farming, and the love we share can be tarnished, while a mirror shows truth as it is.
The first life insurance society began in London in 1688 and a second in 1700, but neither proved successful.
Local and personal items from Sidney include Frank Lehmbkuhl and wife visiting with relatives Fred Lehmkuhl. a brief fire alarm at the Hotel National. Gould family news from Omaha. County Superintendent Anim McFadden receiving desks. a well attended farmers union meeting with ice cream and cake. Emily Fisher hospitalized in Omaha. the W. W. Jordan family returning to Portland Oregon after three months visit.
Abram Eckert of Lebanon Indiana and John Wolford of Arcola Illinois spent a month in the west with relatives the Eckerts. They visited Cheyenne Denver and various Colorado mountain places. They depart Sunday evening for home praising the country.
Lyle A. Harris, a field agent for the Nebraska Commission for the Blind, spent two days in the county this week. He spoke at the high school on Tuesday and visited Lodgepole on Wednesday, with W. Klein accompanying him in his car. Harris, who is blind, is described as cultured, happy, and well suited for success in his work as a platform speaker.
A Houston Post report quotes a judge questioning the defendant in a motor vehicle case. The defendant allegedly stated he would test his new car by striking several people he knew. The exchange centers on whether the act was with malice aforethought.
A brief exchange from the Christian Register notes a boy Briggs praising a dance and hoping to impress a girl, with Griggs affirming. The line hints the girl has been Hmping ever since, reflecting a social moment in a historical paper’s tone.
An advertisement urges immediate response from women of all ages to buy Mollister's Rocky Mountain Tea promising charm beauty and sweetness. It is placed by Western Drug Co and Sidney Lumber Co, with a note about loan options to build a home.
Athens dispatches report Venizelos may issue a manifesto from Crete island directing a separatist government. The proclamation would offer King Constantine a final chance to govern with the will of the Greek people.
George Rolla of Spokane perished after a 300 foot drop at the state fair in North Yakima. He rose 500 feet, deployed the first parachute, but the second failed to open and he struck the ground.
Bowers promotes a diet for the wealthy indoor lifestyle. An egg, beefsteak, and milk supply daily protein, with potatoes and vegetables for fiber. He argues a balanced plan reduces fermentation headaches rheumatoid issues and the risk of Brights disease and heart failure.
A fragmentary account contrasts Mother Shipton with Nostradamus, noting her fame as a British prophet. The text references her birth, omens, and a sketch of her appearance as described by a biographer, with garbled notes about physiognomy and folly.
Mrs Isobel Strong recalled Sly Stevenson telling her not to imitate him. He then took a copy of his own Merry and read a line about a wonderful clear night of stars, noting how many times he had written such a night.
Miss Dorothy Hart dedicated her new home to the Laugh wa lotts club with a six o clock dinner and music. White chrysanthemums center the table and the club presented an ivory three piece set and red roses as birthday gifts. The party moved to a theater at the Ideal after dancing. Mrs Barton hosted twenty guests with a pink white color scheme and a three course luncheon. Lillian Barton and Dorothy Swatzlander served, while Mrs Swan Dedrich won games and Mrs Ernest Kruse placed second.
In New York, women and men from various trades met to discuss supporting the carmen who quit Sept 6. Picketing of transit lines began with sentinels watching for union riders, fines to be assessed, and unions to be notified. Surface travel improved as subway service remained normal and violence was minimal.
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