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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1954
Page
2
Editorial quotes James Lawrence on Senate highway funding by population, warning sparsely populated states would lose equity. It cautions that rural areas lag behind seaboards as California gains from tidelands grants and farm programs threaten parity, urging Ike to act. Cuero, Texas records note postal push for more frequent outgoing mails.
Grover Cleveland in 1887 vetoed a $10,000 seed distribution bill for drought stricken Texas counties. He argued no constitutional warrant to fund aid for individuals and warned federal relief weakens national character and private charity should drive such help.
An editorial argues against mandatory publication of insurer financial statements in some states including Colorado and Wyoming. It contends such laws are pressureridden by newspapers, seldom benefit the general public, and can mislead readers who struggle to interpret financial reports. It cites a Colorado case of a company seeming solid but needing large assessments on policyholders. It warns special privilege laws favor a few and hurt citizens. It concludes with a Covina California note urging bipartisan cooperation to tackle national issues.
Lincoln observers expect a stormy April 20 extra session as Gov. Crosby backs legislative tax reform moves. The nine member Taxation Committee urged constitutional changes to allow county assessors, exempt household goods, and reshape the State Board of Equalization while weighing limits on any future sales or income tax. Senators say they have varied proposals, signaling a political fight ahead.
Crosby plans a special session limited to revenue and taxation revisions while facing pressure from officials and citizens to broaden topics. He will press ahead with initiative efforts if lawmakers stall. Meanwhile safety patrols add spotters and radar to curb highway deaths, risking $800,000 in road improvement funds as federal match and state salaries shift.
State Supt. F B Decker questions too many activities in small high schools. He schedules a conference on April 26 to discuss the problem. He notes that students participate in many activities from athletics to music and drama, and excessive participation may be detrimental.
A columnist praises the Journal of the American Dietetic Association for backing better hospital meals. He argues that post operative and ill patients require solid food, red meat, and meals they enjoy, not “tea and toast.” He critiques dietitians, nurses, and doctors while urging reform to align hospital diets with patients’ needs and desires.
Farmers advised to use correct size extension cords for 110 volt tools at distance from power source. Longer cords risk voltage drop and fires or shocks. Cord size, diameter numbers, tool rating, and care like replacing frayed cords are covered.
An Army general faces accusations over constructing a $1200 dog house. Authorities contend the project was improper and misused military resources. The case hinges on whether the officer acted with awareness of the cost and procurement rules.
Easter appeals honor Christ and peace while a major farm bill moves toward action. The message cites Good Friday and Easter services, urging prayer for peace and renewed faith, and notes a pending “Mother Hubbard” style farm bill covering wool, butter, parity, loans, and other items with expected committee action within 30 days.
A fragmented puzzle lists dog breeds and cryptic clues for a vertical word game. It mixes terms like retriever and hound with alphabets and archaic abbreviations, inviting readers to fill crossings across a long grid.
Rural families in almost every state join a nationwide Home Improvement Contest offering 101 prizes totaling 10030 dollars. Five grand prizes total 2590, 1000, and 500 for third to fifth. two families per state win bonds. Eligible projects include remodeling modernization and construction begun in 1954 and completed before August 1. Entries must be mailed by midnight July 31.
A felt lined funnel fills horizontally then tips to roll contents into a sack. The device enables easy one person operation for apples potatoes or similar products. Also mentions IDEAL SYSTEM for income tax records with complete books and refill sheets available at THE TEYFCRADtQy.
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