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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1932
Page
6
Swenk outlines natural enemies of grasshoppers including ground beetles and many birds such as red winged and Brewer blackbirds, meadowlarks, hawks, owls, and crows. Domestic fowl, pheasants, shrews and ground squirrels also prey on hoppers, while Trombidium mites threaten nymphs and red mites weaken adults. however no parasite has been found to reliably propagate for artificial control, limiting practical use.
The Panhandle sees intermittent clouds and rain with snow, threatening crop yields as harsh winds worsen drought ash and drought conditions, impacting winter wheat growth and storages.
Farmers in the county received a total of 37,106 dollars from a government fund. Applicants are in the county and every effort will be made to obtain consideration of the applications.
In the fifth district race Sidney and Thomas C. Osborne of Alliance vie for the democratic nomination as congressman with Carpenter believed to have won by a narrow margin. The county treasurer contest between J Herbert Foster and H W Ells was decided by one vote and confirmed by the canvassing board three days after the primary. Leon Fine and Mrs Leo Bartholomew sit on the board. Secretary of State Frank Marsh chairs the state canvassing board and will announce official winners via his office.
Detroit reader Herman Rankis shares a testimonial for Kruschen Salts claiming joint pain relief and a 22 pound weight loss after using the product. The ad promises safe, quick fat reduction with a daily dose in hot water before breakfast and a money back guarantee through Westin Drug Co.
Bayard authorities say no inquest will be held into the death of Miss Mueller after a car accident Sunday night. The driver Hill was jailed for safety amid fears of mob action. Miss Mueller suffered a compound skull fracture and other injuries after being struck near Main Street following a church event. Witnesses say Hill swerved the car at the three women, appeared to intend to frighten them, and the victim’s body lay 42 feet from the crash site in a well lit area.
The committee plans all trade day and auction activities after the May 11 event. Farmers with nothing to list are urged to join later auctions. Auctioneer aims for the highest possible price. Merchants-bureau members D. W. Ewing, Roy Liggett, Roy E. Greenlee, Fred Johnson, and Rolfe B. Hine organized the events. If any store is missed, contact a committee member to participate.
Sacred concert to be given Sunday night at the Methodist Church features soloists and motets including Arise Shine Miss Georgia Martin and The Rose of Sharon. Performers listed include F Charling Mills Lyon and A R Kirkpatrick with pieces drawn from Psalms and other sacred settings.
Four passengers boarded a passenger plane here yesterday morning arriving from the train at Sidney when a liner could pick them up. The identity of the quartet could not be learned, but reports said they were moving picture celebrities speeding east on urgent business. Miss Gertrude Heucki is the new operator at the Commercial beauty parlor.
Louis Volkert pleaded guilty to embezzlement before Judge Kratz. District 157 school board members reported a fund deficiency clarifying the case. Reports to Schulz indicated the abduction was a practical hoax. Volkert's case was docketed Wednesday and will be heard at a coming term.
The Reel Contractors failed to show they could exist as a going concern and Kennedy prevailed in district court after lengthy arguments on Tuesday. It is unclear if the case will be appealed. Attorney Hyde predicted a possible Supreme Court reversal if appealed. Another Kennedy suit for an accounting remains on the district court docket.
North Potter items note visits among families at the Emil Tank Homer Light and Edgar Anderson homes with multiple guests. E L Hougen, longtime area resident, died at a Sidney hospital after illness. Lutheran services held in Potter. Leora Jane Tank improves at home. various dinners and weekend visits listed.
Residents attend gatherings at various homes including Emil Tank and Leslie Weikhorst, with visitors from Fidney and eastern state relatives. In parallel, grain grading contests see two freshmen Gerald Hughes and Stanley Elsen perform as individuals but lack team consistency, with Ord Calaway and Grant winning dairy, livestock, and grain trophies.
Major William C. Brooks of Long Island New York a prominent air plane pilot known in western Nebraska and Sidney is visiting friends this week He is brother in law of John Moxon of Alliance His wife Naomi Moxon daughter of L Moxon ex Sidney residents Brooks remarkable flying career is highlighted by his long service in aviation history.
A former wartime flyer continued aviation after armistice and later joined the Nicaraguan dispute. He was hired by the Nicaraguan government to combat rebels during the recent years of unrest.
Abbahanta campfire girls sponsoring a dance at the city auditorium report a successful advance ticket sale. They expect at least 150 couples to attend the affair, with proceeds defraying expenses for the council annual summer camp.
The annual Oregon Trail Days celebration at Gering will occur July 14 and 15. The executive committee announced final chairmanship appointments including A. B. Wood old settlers division Otto J. Prohs concessions M. B. Downar attractions Fred Masek parade H Knies music J. R. Wheat sports A J Wardman decorations W C Weod publicity Joe Crumrine public comfort W L Jackley public wedding T L Cronin marshal A F Hinze announcer Telegraph Waniads Cet results.
Sidney Vo Ag boys returned from state contests at North Platte early Saturday. At the chamber of commerce banquet Friday, 12 places in individual and team honors were earned by Sidney. Rey Ziegler led with four places including first in dairy cattle judging. Team results included second in dairy products judging and third in dairy cattle judging. other placers included Claude Karl Sharmatiy fourth in cream judging Walter Miller third in poultry judging Raymord Cruise fourth in public speaking.
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