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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1938
Page
2
An independent newspaper in Sidney Nebraska lists Friday edition details and subscription rates. It notes post office mailing, city interests, circulation zones, and payment terms for local and distant subscribers.
The piece argues the Roosevelt insurance dispute is mainly about publicity and sales, asserts Jimmy benefits from his White House surname, and endorses his business acumen. It then urges civic funding for flood control and municipal upgrades, urging taxpayers to accept higher taxes for faster government aided progress. Sidney is described as progressive and urged to accept Uncle Sam’s aid now rather than later.
Last Monday's flood damage on the north side proves the 48 inch drainage structure is inadequate to protect homes and industry from heavy rains. Property losses run to thousands, forcing strained owners to use reserves to repair. Citizens demand city action to prevent recurrent damage and fund municipal flood control as Sidney plans improvements.
The article contrasts farmer anger over low wheat prices with government resistance to high pledges. It notes Canada pegged wheat at eighty cents and the U.S. lending price around fifty-five cents, prompting fear of further losses and a surplus flooded market. The piece argues a wheat control program aims to reduce acreage and sustain farmers while avoiding a price collapse.
A Cheyenne County observer warns wheat growers to accept government payments by reducing acreage and complying with program rules, noting wide regional variances from modest 14 percent cuts to as much as 60 percent in some areas. The piece suggests disgruntled farmers may gain financially by signing up for cash, despite skepticism about policy.
A flooded basement resident saved belongings, first lifting a book titled It Cant Happen Here. A barber shop scene drew laughter from a bald headed youngster who quipped for a haircut like his daddy's with a hole in it.
East Dalton residents share family visits and travel as neighbors socialize and journey to California Nebraska and Chadron. Local reunions include the 1924 Dalton High School graduates at Mrs Elmer Westerhoff’s home with attendees listed among community families.
Market quotations list hen prices at different weights and qualities with niceties for Leghorn breeds. Prices show hens four to under 414 pounds at 8 to 11 cents, cocks colored at 4 to 9 cents, colored springs at 12 cents, eggs at 17 cents, and butterfat at 19 cents.
The Smart Shoppe unveils an entirely new readly t¢-wear stock and officially opens on Saturday August 20 at 925 Witness St. Attendees are invited to attend the formal opening event.
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