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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1959
Page
9
An economist warns that the farm population, about 12 percent of the nation, will drop to seven percent in ten years due to mechanization and improved farming. The piece notes fewer farm jobs, rise of electricity powered work, and calls for attracting small industries to sustain rural communities.
Public safety guidance urges drivers and bystanders to keep clear of fire scenes. Do not obstruct engines or crews and park at a safe distance, then observe from afar. The aim is unobstructed access for responders and protection of nearby homes and property.
A Portland Oregonian editorial criticizes the compromise keeping the telephone tax at 10 percent while cutting the travel tax to 5 percent. It argues the taxes were wartime tools now hindering carriers and calls voters to push action to end such flypaper taxes.
Experts predict safflower acreage in western Neebragka may double next year, boosting the Sidney safflower plant and starting a new profitable industry. Farmers once skeptical are now planting sizable areas as demand grows for seed and oil with emerging uses and crop controls easing.
The Bridgeport Volunteer and Rural Fire Departments report repeated grass fires caused by careless burning. Households burn trash, wind shifts spread flames, and farmers burn weeds, pulling firefighters from work and risking accidents while economic losses mount from equipment use and response times.
A heartfelt letter looks toward a 50th wedding anniversary on November 14, 1980. The writer praises enduring faith, shared hardships, and lifelong devotion, urging readers to value marriage, family, and Christian principles as paths to true happiness.
An editorial argues Nebraskans have indirect yet vital interest in the Senate foreign aid vote. It notes cuts of 383.5 million from 3.9094 billion won’t fix waste or accountability, and warns political battles between Congress and the President undermine U S relations with allies and hinder policy effectiveness.
The Nebraska Health Department requires two doctors for major operations and prompt pathology submission, seen as medically sound but potentially harmful to small communities lacking doctors. The piece urges expanding medical training and rural practice appeal to meet demand.
In the United States about 15 percent of all personal income goes to payments for not working, including social security life insurance private pensions dividends interest and rent and other program disbursements. The piece notes this trend is expanding and will likely grow.
The letter praises Sen. Curtis while lauding Mel Steen as a top manager of Nebraska fishing hunting and recreation. It urges the two to lower rhetoric and allow Steen to push the long term outdoor program without constant bickering, noting public patience and need for decisive authority.
The Lincoln Star agrees with State Game Commission leaders in a dispute over land around Harlan Reservoir. Sen Carl T Curtis wants land returned to private ownership while Secretary Mel Steen argues the property remains in public hands for orderly recreation development and is farmed profitably by private lessees.
The Star urges Curtis and Steen to focus on work rather than newspaper battles. The Lincoln paper argues Curtis has more to do in Washington and Steen should cover more ground with action over talk. The Star praises Steen’s potential to secure major recreation facilities for Nebraska despite his outspoken nature.
The Star urges moving beyond petty fights to focus on building Nebraska’s recreational facilities. It notes Sen Curtis’ resentment of back talk from Mr Steen and warns the squabble threatens progress.
The piece notes Nebraskans will have more leisure time and will enjoy outdoor outings. It endorses Mr. Steen to prove his plan is right before opposing him at every turn.
A traveling writer notes that European families gain more from simple things than Americans. The piece suggests developing a life philosophy that blends enjoyment with doing what you love and meeting civic responsibilities while earning a living.
Editorial from PORT HURON MICHIGAN TIMES HERALD argues that the nation cannot be run by a small government and emphasizes that large government must not excuse wasteful spending. It urges taxpayers to demand accountability and proper use of every dollar.
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A $25 reward is offered for information about the July 16 shooting of a saddle horse near Bushnell. Owned by Mrs. Nola Taylor, the horse died a week later after an autopsy showed a .22 rifle bullet ripped its intestines. The horse had been a longtime companion and show winner.
Publicized beauty Sue Ingersoll, a former Bridgeport resident and Miss New Mexico in the Miss Universe contest, encountered trouble with her church bishop and withdrew from the running. Her parents, H. O. Ingersoll and wife, lived in Bridgeport then Casper before moving to New Mexico where he works for a large trucking firm.
The Methodist Church of Hull Community will be dedicated Sunday August 9 at 2 30 p m Mrs Kenne Hopkins committee chair says the dark brick building with a light roof features contemporary modern design Bishop H Bascomb Watts will preach and conduct the dedication service.
Memories of early days rise at Plains Historical Society Pioneer Days in Kimball. August 12 at 10 a.m. in the Kimball County courthouse Assembly Room open to the public. Mrs. Salma Hammond presides. Mrs. Herbert Linn speaks on Impressions of Early Kimball. Attendees asked to bring old guns dishes and books for display.
Box Butte County hosts its 34th annual fair August 13 to 16 with a premium book listing over 2100 in premiums for 4-H exhibitors and more than 800 for open class. Events include a carnival four days a square dance Friday and Saturday, fireworks Sunday, plus a 4-H horse show and a dog show opening Thursday night.
L M Fleming reports Kimball’s telephones have more than tripled in the last decade with the 2500th unit just installed in Hillcrest Addition. Population now estimated at 5200 to 5300, up from 753 in 1949, aided by more residents using extension phones. mobile sets excluded. The 2500th phone goes to H L Wigham. In Scottsbluff, bonds issue for water works carries 33 percent interest vs 25 percent for pavement district. Stearn Brothers of Kansas City bought the issue.
Chappell Elementary and Deuel County High announce the 1959 60 session calendar. Football practice opens August 24 1959 with school starting August 31 Labor Day holiday September 7 recess October 29 31 Thanksgiving recess November 26 Christmas vacation December 2 January 4 1960 first semester ends January 1970 second semester begins January 2 Good Friday holiday April 15 Easter Monday holiday April 18 High School Baccalaureate May 22 Eighth Grade Graduation May 25 High School Graduation May 27 closing date for the year
Plans set for a district daily show in Hemingford on August 12 sponsored by the Hemingford Chamber of Commerce and Ak-Sar-Ben. Four Future Farmers of America contestants from Banner, Box Butte, Cheyenne, Dawes, Devel, Garden, Kimball, Morrill, Scotts Bluff, Sheridan and Sioux counties in Nebraska and Goshen County in Wyoming invited to enter. The event is part of a ten show series starting in Blair on Monday with contestants from Nebraska, Wyoming, South Dakota and Iowa border counties. A district dairy queen may be chosen.
Oshkosh Lions Club sponsors release of 800 quail six weeks old, 400 male and 400 female, on ranches south of the river. The state game commission provided the birds. Ed Wood Earl Blanchard Wes Orr and Al bin Olson hosted the release with Don Hunt assisting. Only one bird died in transit. females begin laying at six weeks and several eggs were found.
Lawrence Tobler of Kimball Manufacturing Co says the vacant half block in the northwest corner of Dix south of the old highway will host a new steel building 44 by 18 feet. The plan calls for about a dozen workers in six months and production of 10 by 50 ft Biltwell house trailers, with one trailer already under construction nearby.
Alliance Nebraska county offices including the clerk treasurer and assessor switch to a five day week starting August 15. County Clerk Eunice Rhein says Saturday closings align with city federal and State House hours. Offices open 8 30 am to 4 45 pm Monday through Friday while district court and sheriff stay open 8 30 am to noon Saturday. County court hours at judge discretion.
About 2 000 acres of safflower under contract in Sheridan County this summer, nearly doubling from last year, with 35 000 acres under contract at the Sidney oil plant in Nebraska Panhandle. California leads with around 100 000 acres. Safflower oil and meal expand the market for paints and cattle feed, making safflower a potential top Western Nebraska cash crop after wheat. Weeds pose the main current challenge, needing a spray to curb them early.
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