Sheridan in 1896 – New Street Lights Interrupt Romantic Walks

The March 12th, 1896 edition of the Sheridan Advance reported on the new street lamps at Sheridan and boys mean enough to throw bricks at them. The Editor of the Advance wrote, “Well, after all, it is terribly aggravating to a young fellow out for a stroll with his best girls to keep coming in contact with a well-trimmed bright street lamp, and if a brick happens to be near, who could blame him for taking revenge?”

The Advance then noted that Parnell had an ordinance prohibiting boys and girls under the age of 16 from appearing on the streets together after 8 pm unless accompanied by parents.