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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1933
Page
1
Wheat prices leaped seven to nine cents per bushel after the federal farm board ceased active trading, boosting all grain values. May wheat rose to 67 1/2 cents, July to 68, September to 69 3/4, with corn advancing about two cents as market activity shifted from Chicago to broader centers.
About 70 seed loan checks for Cheyenne county farmers had arrived by Wednesday with over 30 more to come. Checks range from a few dollars to 250 for 1933 crop production under Agriculture Department rules. County Agent Willey and the central committee anticipate roughly 15,000 in loans this year, a reduction from last year, and expect a flood of new applications if substantial rains continue. Committeemen stand ready to help farmers file to avoid delays in securing funds.
A committee at Sidney formed rules for the coming softball season with a roster deadline of April 28 aimed at 15 players per team. A list of 24 class A players was created and no more than four can appear on a club to ensure competitive summer play. Henry Heaton, chairman, will approve rosters as entries come in and potential mergers may be needed to field teams.
Nebraska House approves the beer measure 59 to 34 and sends it to the Senate amid renewed campaign plans. Rain showers bring relief to Western Nebraska farmers, ending a devastating drought as business and agriculture gain new optimism.
William Olinger road foreman of the Steele and Olinger gang paid a $50 fine plus $11.50 costs in county court Tuesday for assault and battery on Benton Stahl a teamster. Olinger had debated payment for some time and at one point said he would go to jail.
Jeanne Nelson an eighth grade student from Potter will compete in the annual state wide spelling contest in Omaha tomorrow. Nelson won Cheyenne County title last Saturday and the state winner advances to the national contests in Washington.
Walter Kinne instructor leads Sidney high school students to Cozad for the state contest tomorrow. Participants include Joan Bicknell Julia Bicknell Lavern Thomas Helen Ayle Ada Mae Bell Charles Farrell and Robert Walden.
Central shoe store reports lively patronage during opening days of its midweek spring sale. Dark and light spring patterns are clearing fast at reduced prices as shelves are prepared for summer merchandise. Sale continues through the week.
City and county officials fingerprinted every student at the senior high school Wednesday as investigators compare prints with those found on a door after a burglary Monday night. The break-in was the second within a month, causing damaged windows and ruined doors while the superintendent’s office safe is reportedly left open.
The inter county Womans club convention gathers at Lodge Pole in the M E church starting 10 a m. State president Mrs M E Scott district president Mrs L L Frye and inter county president Mrs Grosshans attend. Bates of Kimball speaks on womans public life with musical numbers planned. Luncheon offered in the church basement.
The Weather Bureau at Lincoln reports spring grain seeding incomplete in northwestern Nebraska counties and western Nebraska due to dry dusty soil and high winds. Germination is poor and growth slow. A soaking rain is needed throughout the state to revive planting progress.
Fire alarms sounded at about 2 30 a m Wednesday as a blaze destroyed the garage and a car on the H L Patrowsky property in west Sidney. Firemen faced low water pressure and credit a garden hose for preventing greater damage to the Patrowsky house.
Seventy eight misinformed persons applied to the secretary of agriculture for beer licenses. About $400 in checks were returned, with word that licenses would be granted by county, city, and village boards if the beer bill passes. Estimated statewide license revenues could reach $750,000 under the bill, Felton would collect extensive state tax revenue, and local license fees may be required though the bill states nothing. Licenses would be issued to individuals, firms, corporations, or associations with riders on character and location. On sale licenses limited to hotels, restaurants, and bona fide clubs or similar entities.
The Womans club heard Mrs W H Edwards describe Chicago then travel through Montana and Wyoming. She painted Yellowstone Park scenes and the pleasures of dude ranching and fishing. The talk stirred interest for upcoming engagements with other organizations. The Abohahanta camp?
Remodeling a building formerly Freytag’s to host Old Trusty grocery advances rapidly. Local labor, Applegates contractors, shelving by Applegates Plein Killham for G E James, who will manage Old Trusty. Sidney Glass and Paint decorates interior. Hutchison and Stover handle plumbing. Botland installs light fixtures. Mr James is a former Sidney resident.
Old Civil War veteran Andrew Britton of Oakland California a pioneer of the community aged 85 married Thursday at the Oakland Veterans Memorial Building to Mrs Luella Cummings widowed 62. Britton came to the area in the 1960s and ran a ranch west of town before health issues led him to move first to Arizona then back to California. He leaves six children ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
President Roosevelt seeks new powers to allow controlled inflation and withdraws gold support for the dollar in foreign exchanges. Treasury Secretary Woodin says this signals a temporary suspension of the gold standard as markets react with rising stocks and commodity prices while bonds and the dollar fall. The plan aims for a revised world standard with a lower gold reserve ratio and coordinated action by nations.
Four minor youths Frank and Ernest Smith Marvin Easton and Raymond Drury were bound over to district court by County Judge Barlow after pleading. They allegedly stole chickens from E F Gorenson farm, sold them to a local produce house, and were later jailed while Frank Smith was released on bond. Hearing set for Saturday. residents from Sidney and Yuma, Colorado.
Prof E E Brackett chaired tests at the agricultural college comparing a 90 percent low grade gas and 10 percent absolute ethyl alcohol mix against gas alone in a six cylinder tractor engine. The engine, with a compression ratio like 1921 autos, ran in perfect condition and alcohol cost 2 50 per gallon. Observations by C L Zink were summarized by Brackett.
Levi H. Bordwell aged 87 longtime Sidney resident and property owner in Sidney and Cheyenne county died April 12 1933 in Spokane Washington Born New York December 29 1845 He came to Sidney with his bride Margaret James married 1869 three children survive Francis J Bordwell Harry Mills deceased Binnie Preston Apelia New York Ten grandchildren Also noted he left Sidney in 1926 and had lived in Spokane since then
Public library announces forthcoming arrivals adding a wide list of titles and authors. Notable entries include Mystery of Frightened Lady, Desert Sand, Hanging volumes like Provincial Lady and Broad Arrow, with multiple authors such as Sabatini and Kyne listed among forthcoming shelves.
County funds will be deposited only in designated banks after the commissioners meeting. American National of Sidney First State of Lodge Pole Farmers State of Lund Potter State of Potter Dalton State of Dalton named depositories with authority to hold up to 100 percent of each bank’s capital and surplus, bonds and securities posted. B F Erwin appointed constable of Potter precinct with bond approved.
Harry M. Lux of Lincoln has begun appealing contempt of court convictions tied to a group of 16 who failed to stop a foreclosure sale. A $600 appeal bond by Harry Holeman was approved in Saline County court while Lux and four Lincoln men remain jailed. Lux faces a $250 fine and others $100 each.
Fire alarms sounded in Dalton on Wednesday for two blazes. In town, a shed at Dalton Implement Company burned but warehouses were saved. On the farm of Mike Troidl, fodder pile fire threatened a large barn but firefighters prevented major destruction.
It was reported yesterday that a postal inspector was in Dalton Wednesday investigating charges. The nature of the charges was not divulged. Dalton, the seat of a postmaster selection dispute, seethed with interest over rumors the inspector studied alleged civil service employee participation in community affairs forbidden under the civil service code.
Conrad W. Messing of Sidney was accepted for enlistment at the Sterling recruiting office and sent to Fort Warren to join the Fourth Infantry brigade. He is the son of Mr and Mrs George W Messing who live east of Sidney.
The Western Public Service Company announces a range rental plan in Sidney for electric ranges. Ranges rented to households at $1.50 per month, with payments credited toward the purchase price. Plan introduced locally this week and gaining popularity in the service territory.
Several matches have been played in the annual country club banquet golf tourney and results are about even. All matches must be completed by Sunday with the banquet on April 26. Team captains are E. D. Worden and N. W. Ladegard.
Mrs. F. A. Bush of Sidney district six president of the Parent Teachers association will preside over a meeting tomorrow at Scottsbluff. Official delegates from Sidney are Mrs. Herbert Rabe and Mrs. A. R. Kendrie. Lomila McCleneghan also plans to attend.
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