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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1938
Page
8
Postmaster General James A. Farley will address Nebraskans from New York via CBS and KFAB at 6 15 to 6 30 p m CST April 2. The talk highlights national progress toward Air Mail Week May 15 to 21 and national participation across cities towns and villages.
The article lists vehicle testing parameters including maximum lengths for tractor trailer combos, widths, and heights. It specifies brake requirements for highway operation, requiring two separate braking systems, with exceptions for motorcycles. Heavier trucks over 12,000 pounds must have power or booster brakes.
Assessors began duties in the state, with Sidney area officials urging inclusion of house numbers on assessment schedules to prevent name-confusion. They anticipate minimal reserve feed and grain stocks taxed this year and expect livestock numbers to hit a multi year low. Vehicle owners will receive mailed notices of tax amounts.
Dr Condra notes many springs statewide revived after drought years with little underground depletion. He cites recharged seeps around Sand Hill lakes and eastern Nebraska and says University of Nebraska will measure 400 wells to gauge groundwater. Industry and farm inquiries rise about revival and mountain snow impact remains limited to Platte and Lodegente valleys while no broad effect elsewhere.
The court rulings say Sutter’s name must not appear on the ballot without a written statement refusing nomination. George Puckett cannot replace Sutter, leaving Cameron unopposed in the Sidney mayoral race.
City Clerk Carl C. Jones and City Treasurer Leslie Neubauer appear on the ballots without opposition. Polls run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Ward one votes at the city auditorium, ward two at the north side school building, ward three at the east side school building. Election boards named: Ward one Mrs Short Fred Stephens Fred Griffith Mrs Flossi belle Krueger Grace McFadden. Ward two Mrs C V Sowards Mrs Al Bundy Mrs Ralph Killham Mrs Carl Mueller Mrs O R Follett. Ward three Mrs Herbert Rabe Ms Glen Hedgecock Mrs Frank Raddatz Charles Overman William Burgess.
Hagemeister of Potter and other candidates spoke as Tax League leaders urged Cheyenne County to contribute 250 dollars to support the organization. County league officials stressed the value of the cooperative effort among locals and school board officers in its legislative and educational campaign.
A Nebraska official notes water table gains from Rocky Mountain snowmelt while describing several underground barriers that impede eastward underground water flow, affecting Nebraska’s aquifer recharge and distribution.
City testing equipment arrived this week and will be installed. It handles vehicles up to 7,500 pounds, meeting the new law requiring 6,000 pound capacity. Inspections occur March through May each year after the law takes effect. local station not yet ready and official notice will follow.
The 1938 spelling meet details will be announced next week. The Cheyenne County winner qualifies for the state contest at Ororada, with Nebraska champion earning a free trip to Washington D C and honors provided by the American Legion and local newspapers.
District president Mrs G W Gompert initiated the plan to hold the convention on Saturday to boost impact by aligning teachers with parents. Archer L Burnham, Scottsbluff public school official, serves as publicity director for the sixth district.
Market quotes list hen prices at No. 1 9 cents Leghorn hens and various poultry types with 3 to 10 cent ranges. Butterfat noted at 33 cents, while Dr. Leo J. Thomas operates as chiropractor and naturopath in the Osborn Building.
A statewide series of meetings by qualified doctors will begin in Nebraska to educate the public about syphilis. One session will be in Sidney on April 12. Nebraska State Medical Association officials urge attendance to learn how syphilis is detected, cured, and its impact on national life.
The Better the Best Corn and Sorgum Club met at Freddie Hart’s home on March 26. President Robert Rexroth called the meeting to order. A new secretary, Earl Cent, was elected. After the business and lesson, the meeting adjourned and mothers served lunch.
Mrs Ed Miles hosts and attends multiple gatherings with neighbors and relatives at Cecil Tremain, W T Sharman, HH P Cortney, and other homes. Attendees include Elna Johnson, Albin Johnson, Ruth, Caspar Rasmussen, Mary Kavanaugh, Marie Cooney, Stig Club members, and several families. Weekend events cover baptisms, showers, and a Farmers Union meeting with Lorenzo’s play referenced.
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