Hunt for oil in state continues with optimistic surveys
University of Nebraska geologists led by Dr. George E. Condra report promising oil and gas prospects in southeastern Nebraska near the Table Rock arch. A notable structure northwest of the Morgan well in Richardson County may be drilled within a year, with smaller structures nearby to be tested if production begins. The report cites wildcatting potential along the arch flanks and east of the Humboldt fault. Lincoln also announces a million dollar box car program at Havelock shops starting May or June, aiming to build 1,250 cars total with 300 local jobs.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
University of Nebraska
George E. Condra
University Conservation and Survey Division
Kansas
Oklahoma
Morgan
Dawson
Richardson County
Dr. Condra
Table Rock Arch
Humboldt
Havelock
Ed Flynn
Chicago
Burlington Railroad
Galesburg
Nebraska Legislature Approves 5.28 Million Budget
The Nebraska legislature appropriated 5,278,414 in an extra session held in November. Of this total, 5,013,000 funds old age pensions and other needy relief to secure federal cash allotments under the cooperative social security program. An estimated 500,000 for pensions will come from the 1936 head tax on men and women aged 21 to 50, with exemptions. An additional gasoline tax earmarks 2,430,000 for future collections.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Mate
W. H. Pansing
Co-Operative Social Security
Large Rise in Farm Tenants Across Plains States
A Regional Resettlement Administration briefing in Lincoln notes a sharp tenant increase on Nebraska Kansas and the Dakotas. Nebraska adds about 4 300 tenants since 1930 with owners dropping. Kansas gains over 6 400 tenants since 1930 and 44 percent of its farms operated by tenants in 1935. South Dakota shows 3 000 more tenants than 1938 with 900 fewer full owners. Nationwide 49 percent of farms are tenant operated.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Kansas
Dakotas
Regional Resettlement Administration
ARA
South Dakota
United States
Cattle Feeding Gains Sharply in Nebraska
Lincoln reports that cattle on grain feed in Nebraska nearly double the year ago total though still about two thirds of the long term average. State statistician A. E. Anderson cites ample soft corn and cheap hay as drivers of expanded feeding and earlier marketing projections. Cattle feeding stands roughly one third above average.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
A. E. Anderson
Anderson
Nebraska News Briefs Report Local Murder and Statewide Safety Drive
A man killed a bobcat near Callaway in a 30 pound animal. Gov Cochran calls Nebraskans to a Lincoln meeting February 13 to form a state safety council. Don Devries named deputy secretary of state, succeeding Irl Tolen. Wages on roads top state 1935 37 expenditures. taxes, refuges purchased and wildlife work. Wildlife refuges total 145 622 acres costing 856 827 approved by migratory bird commission. Niobrara refuge expanded to include 375 acres as a migratory waterfowl area near Valentine. Platte Valley reservoirs to stock scottish and walleyed pike. Nearly one million dollars paid to depositors in 1935 state bank failures. Relief load drops to 18 076 with 22 369 in WPA jobs. Inmates to receive education through University of Nebraska extension. State normal retirement plan could give 50 monthly annuities for teachers after 70. Ten percent rise in hunters and fishermen permit sales. department ends year with 41 000 and game and parks assets up 200 000. Over 500 men employed in 1935 program. two million fish distributed.
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Biological Survey
Bureau
Migratory Bird Conservation Commission
Niobrara
Nebraska
Frank B. O’connell
Sald
Washington
Nation Commission
Valentine
O’connell
Commission
Story of Jennie and Wilbur a Moral on Courage
A long tale of Jennie and Wilbur raised on stern principles and fearless aims. They endure tests and adventures from night journeys to dangerous jobs, shaping them into bold adults and public links golfers. The moral stresses building character over fear.
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Jennie
Wilbur
Nfe
Names of great leaders hidden in an anagram list
A puzzle lists scrambled surnames and titles: Pergshin McClellan Hgal Teran Swalltone Heof Mansher Sonjack Joreff Ele Washtoning Kitchenre Sdanherl Manput Sterhaf Taegs. The note adds that seven hours may suffice if wind direction is favorable to complete the test.
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Pergshin
McClellan
Hgal
Teran
Swalltone Heof
Mansher
Sonjack
Joreff
Ele
Washtoning
Kitchenre
Sdanherl
Manput Sterhaf
Right Meaning Of Words Test
Mandrake is a plant. A duck is a bird. A herb is a plant. A Japanese title or a pill is an item in Japan. A farming utensil is a tool. A fetlock is part of a horse. A modicum is a small quantity. A sampan is a Chinese boat. A winnower is a person who winnows. Coeur de Lion was a great English king. A Chippendale is a piece of furniture.
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Hagenback Zoo
Chippendale
Neatness and the life guard in a curious prompt
A fragmented page combines a poem on neatness from Psalms of Life with a Q and A about a life guard. The verse urges tidiness at home and dress, while the questions describe a life guard as a college student who spends summers in a bathing suit and looks out to the breakers.
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Gerald
Curfew and word trivia exercise prompts
A set of general information questions asking to identify correct meanings or definitions for terms like curfew, acumen, affluent, anecdote, easel, sarcophagus, Greek public buildings, stoles, centaurs, and other items with multiple choice style options and distractors.
The Future of Marriage as a Social Institution
The article argues marriage will endure as a society’s anchor, evolving through wisdom and self interest. It envisions a revival of real marriage with simpler living, greater mutual sacrifice, and equality, where partners marry for character and shared duty rather than mere charm or convenience. Public Ledger, Inc.-WNU Service.
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Public Ledger, Inc
WNU
Overweight weight loss guidance from Dr James W Barton
Dr James W Barton explains that starch and liquid intake greatly affect body fat. He notes that reducing fats by half and starches by half can help overweight individuals reach normal weight in months. He cites examples of bears and fat fish to illustrate stored fat use and advises balanced protein to fat to starch ratios. He warns against blaming foods without considering other factors and cites allergy considerations from Mayo Foundation experts.
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Tiree
Walter C. Alvarez
H. Corwin Hinshaw
Mayo Foundation
Rochester
Minn
Speed the god in America and a Kipling farewell
The article critiques speed as a national idol feeding a brutal world chase. It recalls Rudyard Kipling’s withdrawal after his son’s WWI death, praising his living works and noting his ghosts among literary circles. It also sketches Hollywood production concerns and industry gossip about tattooed performers and a changing stage scene.
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Kipling
Rudyard Kipling
Sussex
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Callaway
R. L Cochran
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W. H. Smith
W. J. Tilley
State Game and Fish Commision
Platte Valley
Luikart
NERA
E. F. Witte
University of Nebraska Extension Division
R.L. Cochran
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Psalms OF Life
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Barton
WNDU
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Theae
America
Speed
Selvers
Rollo Boys
Rowehah
Tony Nereviks
Reform School
REO
Tirvin's
Cobb
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