Nixon picks Agnew shocks GOP leaders in vice presidential pick
The editorial argues Nixon’s choice of Maryland Governor Spiro Agnew as running mate surprised Republican leaders. It criticizes GOP infighting, labels Nixon a liability to some, and urges the party to unite and move forward toward November victory.
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Dick Nixon
Maryland
Spiro Agnew
Nixon
GOP
Gov. Rockefeller
Reagan
Aggnew
Mr. Nixon
Rumors Tie Mann Seen as Possible Secretary of Agriculture
The Nebraska governor Norbert Tiemann faces speculation he could join a Nixon administration as Secretary of Agriculture if Nixon wins. Tiemann denies being approached, but supporters say his leadership could benefit farmers. they lament the lack of a strong pro agriculture voice in the cabinet over the past sixteen years.
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Norbert Tiemann
Nebraska
Richard Nixon
Tiemann
Petition Drive On State Income Tax Ballot Fails
An anti-state income tax petition campaign has been ruled unsuccessful and will not be on the November ballot unless courts reverse the secretary of state's decision. The piece argues signers acted in good faith or under persuasion, laments signing haste, criticizes petition organizers for aggressive tactics, and urges responsibility from signers and the backers.
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Secretary of State
Debating Mid-Plains Vocation School Need at North Platte
Keith County voters weigh whether to withdraw from the district as editors urge fact gathering. The column notes capacity claims for Milford Sidney and Curtis schools, cites cost concerns, and calls for town hall meetings with directors to determine real need and the best approach for expanding or creating facilities.
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Milford Trade School
Western Nebraska Vocational School
Sidney
School of Technical Agriculture
Curtis
Mid-Plains
Merle Rudebusch
Milford
The
McCook Gazette
Red Willow County
the Gazette
Mid- Plains
McCook College
Keith County
Sidney and
Chambers of Commerce
Keith County News
Nixon Seeks Return to White House on First Ballot
The Scottsbluff Star Herald analyzes Richard Nixon as the best presidential prospect whose renomination comes after a dramatic 1968 comeback. It notes Democratic Hubert Humphrey as likely opponent, predicting a tough campaign but urging GOP unity to secure change, peace, prosperity, and moral order.
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Richard M. Nixon
California
Miami Beach
Nixon
United States
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Humphrey
Richard Nixon
GOP
Scottsbluff Star Herald
My life stance against international understanding in 1968
In this reflective piece from 1968, the author rejects hands across the sea and global equality schemes, arguing that sharing wealth and culture harms incentives and individual privacy. He criticizes missionary work, foreign foods, and various national cultures, preferring isolation over global alignment and calling for personal provincialism.
Crossword Puzzle Clues Set For Print Edition
The page lists numbered crossword prompts from 26 to 39 with varied clues including cochere intimidate keepsake information Cupid spot on the moon maritime impetuous rummy game shaded walk compass point obsolete petition marry probable window glass thoroughfare kava hereditary Mr Van Winkle ruler fuss betel palm store lights large dogs circuits thorium symbol tik to regret kidney bean disrespectful nut indolent squandered tropical fruit Bleu Louise heap cordage fiber earthenware pot rascal wolframite October brew.
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Mr. van Winkle
Fuss
Four Monday Holidays Signal Leisure Era for U S
President Johnson’s Monday holiday law for federal workers, effective January 1971, spreads four holidays Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Veterans Day and Columbus Day to Mondays. States follow, creating long weekends that may boost travel jobs and the economy while reducing midweek absenteeism yet leaving Tuesday blues.
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Johnson
Washington
Plenty Of Water In Sidney Stands In No Danger
The piece praises Sidney's ample water supply despite near record summer usage in June and July. It contrasts local abundance with water shortages in many American cities and other regions, stressing wells are holding up and depletion is not a concern.
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Sidney
Nebraska and Kansas voters ignite bold campaigns in 1960s politics
The Lincoln Journal notes 1966 Nebraska voters chose Gov Norbert Tiemann amid calls to modernize taxes and spending. It also highlights Kansas candidate Rick Harman, a former Kansas State All American, challenging a two-term lieutenant governor with a candid, reformist platform.
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Norbert Tiemann
Wausa
Kansas
Kansas State University
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the Times
Harman
Times
Plains
The
Lincoln Journal
Western Outlook magazine aims to showcase western Nebraska
The Sidney Telegraph joins a monthly magazine supplement program to highlight abundant western Nebraska attractions. Newspapers cooperate to compile engaging content emphasizing regional features and scenery, with readers invited to enjoy the new publication each month.
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Sidney Telegraph
Western Outlook
Nebraska
Vast Changes Have Affected Agricultural Picture
Bernie Camp notes dramatic shifts in U S agriculture from 1937 to 1967 with output and productivity rising despite fewer farms and workers. Farm size doubled, tractor use quadrupled, irrigation and fertilizer use surged, signaling a quiet revolution and projected growth to feed 235 million by 1980 and beyond.
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Omaha and Ponca Tribes in Nebraska History
The Omaha and Ponca tribes trace roots in Nebraska, with the Omaha occupying northeastern lands along the Missouri River by 1750. Traditions link Omaha origins to the Ohio River Valley and a migration that produced the Kansa Osage Omaha and Ponca. By 1865 treaties, most lands ceded except about 300,000 acres. a 1865 document also created a Winnebago reservation. Early Omaha were peaceful farmers and hunters. buffalo hunts in central Nebraska ended in the 1870s.
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Thurston County
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Ohio River Valley
St. Louis
Missouri
Lewis and Clark
Blackbird
United States
Campground appreciation letter and tech education note
A published letter from Cedar Knolls New Jersey thanks the Sidney Nebraska Chamber of Commerce for a well run town campground and praises local police. The page also defines technical and vocational education, notes Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute history, and lists global regions with technical schools.
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Cedar Knolls
New Jersey
Chamber of Commerce
Sidney
Nebraska
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Troy
New York
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Republic of Ireland
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New Zealand
Canada
Union of South Africa
India
Pakistan
France
Germany
Netherlands
Belgium
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Finland
Italy
Switzerland
Turkey
Wheat Growers Association thanks editor for wheat coverage
Phil Curtiss president of Cheyenne County Wheat Growers Association expresses gratitude for July Wheat Month coverage. Letter references reader reaction to Leon A. Lafler's August 6, 1968 editorial, discusses definition of technician and the role of two year colleges in technical training.
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Cheyenne County Wheat Growers Association
Phil Curtiss
Leon A. Lafler
Antique hearses restored in Kankakee area
In Kankakee Illinois Dick Clancy and three collectors restore four horse drawn hearses from 1890 to 1910, a hobby since funeral cars fell out of use around 1915. Clancy notes the rarity of matched horse sets and skilled drivers as he prepares future displays.
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Ill
Dick Clancy
Clancy
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