Dawes County Fair Kicks Off Four Day 4-H Event
Dawes County fairgrounds host the 1971 Dawes County Fair from Wednesday through Saturday August 11 12 13 14.Judging covers livestock foods posters Art photography home economics and dogs Wool fleece show opens opening day Northwest Nebraska Sheep Improvement Assn special events include Pine Ridge Cycle Assn exhibition August 12 and a Flower Show August 13. The 4-H Livestock Sale wraps up Saturday morning.
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Dawes County Fair
Dawes County Fairgrounds
Northwest Nebraska Sheep Improvement Assn
Pine Ridge Cycle Assn
Telephone Tax Tabled In Chadron For Further Study
Chadron council tabled a proposed 3 percent occupation tax on Northwestern Bell Telephone to study pass through concerns seen in Grand Island and McCook. Tax would add about 2600 to 2800 dollars yearly. local cable firm pays 1600. Chapell reports theft of a 1971 Chevrolet Impala from Kripal Motor Co. Deuel County Sheriff's Office notified. Car missing since weekend. authorities seek leads.
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Chadron
Northwestern Bell
Carl Rheinbrandt
Grand Island
McCook
Telephone Co Council
NWB
Chappell
Kripal Motor Company
Deuel County
Full House trio arrested tied to marijuana transit
Three men nicknamed The Full House were arrested at the Ogallala Ramada Inn while touring with their band. Authorities said the vehicle used for transport also carried marijuana and linked to ongoing narcotics operations. The case underscores a broader crackdown by county prosecutors and law enforcement.
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Beal
Ogallala Ramada Inn
Trash in Chappell Lake prompts warning notice
Chappell residents face a public notice after repeated trash dumping into Lake Chappell. The report notes injuries from broken glass during lake visits and urges careful disposal to protect people and property. Police and local officials highlight pollution concerns and community responsibility.
Bread Baking Awards At State Fair Offer Prizes
Nebraska Wheat Division and State Department of Agriculture announce two special bread baking awards for the 1971 State Fair. 4-H teams or individuals may demonstrate bread making or serving ideas and enter a nationality bread recipe with the entry. Prizes total $50, $25, and $10 for first through third places.
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Lincoln
Nebraska Wheat Division
State Department of Agriculture
Nebraska
Mrs Smith
United States
Sidney Telegraph News Department Ad Message
Community paper invites readers to submit news items and tips for publication. Contact The Sidney Telegraph news department to share stories ideas and local happenings for timely printing.
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Sidney Telegraph
July Job Data Show Higher Unemployment Amid More Jobs
The Labor Department reports total employment rose but unemployment also edged up as youths entered the labor market. Seasonally adjusted figures show 12 million more jobs and 200,000 more unemployed, with average weekly earnings up but offset by longer costs. White House officials say unemployment has improved from earlier rates.
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Washington
Labor Department
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Rcb
CSC Rendezvous Honors 50 Year Alumni at Chadron State
The second annual Summer Rendezvous at Chadron State College August 13 and 14 invites alumni parents and friends. Activities include campus tours registration, a noon luncheon with CSC president Dr Edwin C Nelson, certificates for attendees from 50 or more years ago, a Saturday night Elks Club dance, and a Fort Robinson Post Playhouse showing of Arsenic and Old Lace. A late 1940s 1950s alumni group will join the event for its annual gathering at a different location each year.
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Chadron State College
Richard Tibbits
CSC
Edwin C Nelson
Elks Club
Chadron
Esquires
Post Playhouse
Fort Robinson
Eager Hands 4-H Club Holds July Meeting
The eighth regular meeting of the Eager Hands 4-H Club occurred at 8 00 on Saturday July 24. President Lynda Auf dengarten led the session with long practice, minutes approved, roll call shows full attendance, and a treasurer’s report noted $305 in the treasury.
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Eager Hands
Lynda Aufdengarten
Fair Activity Dates Announced At Meeting
Dates for fair activities were announced and demonstrations given. The meeting adjourned and the next gathering is scheduled for 1 00 Saturday August 7 with Mary Patterson reporting.
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Mary Patterson
Homemakers invited to CAA nutrition classes
The Community Action Agency hosts Health and Nutrition Program sessions each Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Head Start Center at Sioux Villa led by Mrs Cindy Hand. The last session before a break is this Wednesday. resume Sept 1. Open to all, no charge, with a babysitter provided.
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Community Action Agency
Sioux Villa
Cindy Hand
Hand
Community Activity Listings for August Week
A schedule of club events includes Sewing sessions on Monday August 9 from 10 to 12 and Wednesday August 11. horseshoes on Monday. card games Pinochle and Pitch on Tuesday August 10 at 1 30 pm. choice noted for attendees.
Silk Hankie Included In Gold Field Supplies
The 1860 Nebraskian list outlines camp outfits for four men headed to Pikes Peak, detailing oxen and wagon gear, mining tools, provisions for six months, luxuries, and individual equipment including guns, clothing, blankets, and personal items for a mining expedition.
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Pikes Peak
Omaha Nebraskian
Nebraskian
State Archives
Nebraska State Historical Society
Community Meeting and Club Schedules For August Week
A dense listing of weekly group meetings including 4 H Song Contest at St. Pat's High School, Kiwanis Rotary and Country Club gatherings, Jaycees and Band Auxiliary attendance urged, and various local club sessions at Keen Teen Center, Lodgepole, Cedar Lanes, and churches with times noted.
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St. Pat's High School
Sidney Jaycees
Band Auxiliary Fair Board Committee
Keen Teen Center
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